Lee College seeks distinguished alumni nominations
Lee College Alliance invites nominations for Distinguished Alumnus Outstanding Young Alumnus and Meritorious Awards with a June 18 deadline. Eligibility rules include age limits for the first two awards and restrictions for nominees. Nominations submitted online at the college site. For questions email cmartinez lee.edu.
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Eagles baseball heading to Round Rock state finals
Top weekly Baytown Sun readers list highlights Eagles baseball advancing toward the Class 5A state finals in Round Rock, with Thursday coverage of the milestone and related high school sports actions.
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Today in History highlights several milestone dates
On this date 1864 Lincoln secured a nomination at Baltimore for a second term, 1953 DC restaurants could not refuse Black service, 1968 James Earl Ray captured in London, 1995 Marines rescued Capt. Scott OGrady after his jet was shot down, 1998 Charlton Heston became NRA president, and last year mourners in Houston honored George Floyd as protests continued nationwide.
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Monopoly Through the Ages and Its Cultural Echoes
The piece traces Monopoly from its 1904 origins to its rise by 1930 under Parker Brothers, noting the Atlantic City board, property buying, rent, and the Jail and Chance elements. It recalls family games during summers, a younger brother’s wins, and the enduring phrase Do not pass Go Do not collect $200 as a cultural touchstone. JoAn Martin, a retired teacher and novelist, is referenced with contact details.
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1867 Galveston storm and surrounding Texas damage summary
A Galveston storm in October 1867 caused widespread destruction across the island, flooding Strand stores, toppling the M A Thompsons hotel, and devastating wharves and the railroad bridge. Ships inland, salt piles melted away, and gas service took a month to restore. Reports claimed Houston felt little impact, while local editorials debated port ambitions.
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