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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1972
Page
3
Editorial notes the Texas Research League predicts property tax reform will be a dominant issue before the 1973 Legislature. It cites property taxes as Texas government revenue leader, with 1970 collections over 1.4 billion and a rise of 220 million from 1968 to 1970.
An Israeli military court sentenced Kozo Okamoto to life imprisonment for the Lod Airport massacre on May 30, admitting 26 deaths and 70 wounded by him and two accomplices. Okamoto sought death but the court spared him, citing his unusual nature and potential to reveal insights into such a dangerous species.
Ernest Cuneo notes the 1964 Democratic national convention in Miami Beach marked the end of old rituals. Bans on traditional bands and escorts, the absence of kingmakers and veteran organizations, and a TV driven pageant shift signal a fading era. Archibald Bunker and Huey Long references underscore the era’s contrast with modern media.
Las Vegas oddsmaker Jimmy the Greek Snyder rates Nixon a strong favorite over McGovern in the 1972 election. He assigns Nixon clear advantages in support issues and image across categories, with Nixon ahead in total odds. The piece also notes Chou En lai's handshake anecdote and U S reactions to Soviet influence in Egypt, including Sadat expelling Russian advisers.
A quirky local item notes a busybody minding others affairs, comments on shorter days except work hours, and a morning beanery hold up with breakfast of bacon and vegetables. Hoyt King warns about missing scores and financial woes as weekends stall lawn care plans.
Dear Readers weigh sterilization dangers with medical cautions from Dr Lawrence E Lamb. A 17 year old seeks future fertility guidance amid tube ties and male sterilization risks, while thyroid treatment raises questions from a long-term patient and skeptical relatives. A separate query explains bilateral nephroptosis with pain relief via surgical tacking if needed.
Alabama Governor George Wallace seems unlikely to run as a third party candidate this year. Nixon would capture the 11 old south states and about 130 electoral votes, with Wallace sidelined but intact for a potential 1976 bid.
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