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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 2004
Page
1
Exxon Mobil reported a near 40 percent jump in second quarter profits as stronger oil and natural gas prices boosted earnings. The company cited price gains for the surge and noted demand supported the results.
Baytown mayor Calvin Mundinger urged Vietnam veterans at VFW Post 912 to form defined agendas and press officials, saying strength is in numbers. He spoke alongside Councilman Sammy Mahan and ex-Judge Ted Poe, as Poe runs against Nick Lampson in newly drawn Congressional District 2. Mundinger praised steady local growth and vowed officials stay connected with community groups.
Senator John Kerry pledges an open and honest presidency while accepting his party's nomination, outlining a reform minded shift in leadership and ethics. The remark frames a campaign theme emphasizing transparency and accountability.
After remaining offstage during the Democrats’ convention, President Bush plans a vigorous campaign push. The report notes expected appearances, strategic stops, and a focus on addressing voters nationwide as the election season accelerates.
Texas Democratic leaders concede their candidate faces a tough fight in Texas and urge volunteers to campaign in nearby states to shore up support and build momentum ahead of key elections.
Goose Creek school district and Lee College partner for Project GEAR UP freshman camps next week. Sterling and Lee high school freshmen attend to meet faculty and ease the four year transition with sessions Tuesday 2 to 6 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lee cafe.
Incoming freshmen at Lee and Sterling high schools attend Goose Creek orientation and Lee College Project GEAR UP sessions. Lee hosts 9 am to 1 pm Thursday in the cafeteria, Sterling runs 2 to 6 pm Tuesday in the auditorium.
City Manager Gary Jackson and Union President Thomas Carr clash over Charter staffing amendment for the fire department. The rule requires one officer, one driver and two firefighters per engine. Jackson argues charter should keep council control while Carr accuses officials of seeking to remove the amendment. See CHARTER on Page 8A.
A Chambers County jury handed James Daniel Boone a pair of life sentences for aggravated assault on his girlfriend during an October 2003 pursuit as she fled in a school bus. The 27 year old, a member of the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas, had prior imprisonments and spent the night injecting cocaine before a dawn bid to kill her and himself while driving.
Emma, Naomi and Oliver Carney serve customers at the Baker Road and Bayway Drive corner to raise money for the 51-year-old Lakewood subdivision pool. The heat didn’t stop them as they help fund the pool for the summer.
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