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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1950
Page
8
Editorial excerpt references Acts 9 31 describing churches resting edified and walking in the fear of the Lord and comfort of the Holy Ghost leading to growth across Judaea Galilee and Samaria. The passage emphasizes spiritual renewal through restraint and divine guidance.
Dallas News columnist Lynn Landrum argues the era of government by interpretation is eroding Congress’s power and notes Supreme Court rulings backed by Roosevelt and Truman threaten established law. He blames Texans for the tidelands stance and Rayburn for political miscalculations, urging a return to statesmen and end to interpreted governance.
An essay praising balance between numbers and imagination critiques life ruled by figures. It argues bookkeepers statisticians and actuaries are essential yet warns against living solely by facts. It celebrates beauty nature and faith, suggesting divine purpose behind creation and warning that overemphasis on data can dull wonder.
Sun Slants by Fred Hartman reviews the Houston Buffs woes and efforts to spark offense, praising Don Stephens for a strong start and noting defensive strengths. He cites poor hitting, inconsistent pitching, and fans favoring radio and TV broadcasts for continued support amid a 21 game shortfall.
A quirky column recalls jokes about Dorothy Parker pens a witty epitaph idea. Mark Twain responds to autographs with restraint. Will Rogers jokes about American tourists and a neighborly fence tale with a lawyer. A New Jersey schoolmarm quits amid TV horse operas. A Kansan’s mattress blown by high wind provides a sleepy twist.
Henry McLemore reports from London as a self styled Florsheim test pilot. He walks through the city to compare American and British life noting sights such as the Tower of London Westminster Abbey Downing Street and Green Park. He observes a silent brass band in a paid enclosure and comments on currency and shopping habits in the capital.
Washington lawmakers debate a proposed plan from Representative Forand backed by the American Bar Association to shield tax dodgers from jail. Internal Revenue officials challenge the idea, warning it would cripple enforcement and let many evade prosecution. Kefauver orders study as House Rules reflects on other stalled measures.
An Irving Hoffman figure, a New York manufacturer, argues during a dinner about US policy toward Russia and Indian issues as he watches Western films from 5 to 6 pm. Gertrude Lawrence, preparing for a scene, is interrupted by visitors.
New York gossip notes Dr. Eva Gibor plans a weekend stay in Southampton with Fred Allen's comeback on radio or television, health improving since leaving radio a year ago. The column blends celebrity mentions, showbiz quips, and roaming observations on TV stars and theater figures.
A collage of quiz questions and biographical notes touches on Greek phrases, Mrs Grundy, poets, chamber music, presidents, and a parade of birthdays and careers. It blends identity clues with historical dates and names, inviting readers to connect people, places, and works from two eras of public life.
Looking Backward five years reveals headlines on voting procedure changes in the Security Council and local injuries from Bayshore Boulevard collisions. Baytown notes include Mrs G G Wilson and others injured in a Bayshore Bus and property crash, with a driver fleeing after a backing incident. Dr and Mrs Jesse Birket returned from a trip to Mexico City.
A partial quotation references national aims and job creation. The damaged text mentions "From Great Neat e personal petleve" and "the American people want var can" with names like Finel Bunting and NAM.
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