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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1972
Page
1
Regents hear budget projections with a potential three cent per hundred raise by 1973 as tax rolls rise by about 20 million annually. The plan includes 200 900 in capital expenditures and 36 300 more for renting a new IBM 370 computer, plus a new programmer to the staff. The budget faces a public hearing on June 22 after another workshop.
In Florence this summer Americans can view the most comprehensive Henry Moore exhibition to date. Moore, acclaimed as a leading living sculptor, will be featured in a major display showcasing his diverse works.
Former mayor Fortinberry recalls rough conditions on Goose Creek bridge at Market and West Main. He notes lack of a city hall in his administration and that meetings occurred wherever space could be found. Agnes Jones, once a Humble schoolteacher, married Fortinberry on June 4, 1922.
Fortinberry, former mayor and business figure, reflects on his life and career in Baytown. The Texan civic pioneer built a lumber firm, ran the Home Laundry as a court receiver, helped establish local banks, and served in Masonic and Rotary circles. He cherishes his wife and recalls no regrets.
EPA presses HL&P over cooling pond plan and 43 foot setback for plant fence. Davis property would gain space for garden and fig trees but remain near brine discharge. Corps witness says current pond threatens Trinity Bay marine life. district to consider 30 day noncompliance notice and potential takeover.
Constable Paul A. Anderson of Precinct 3, re elected in the final Democratic primary, issues a statement thanking voters. He vows not to seek another term and says the office will continue to serve the people for four more years.
Eight seven week old kittens available from Mrs T. at 1106 South Main Highlands. Call 426-4130.
Dr D E Simmons HS P vice president for environmental and interutility affairs testifies that a fresh water closed circulation system would require about 75 million gallons daily. He says a salt water closed circuit would release 130 tons of salt daily and notes a cooling pond for the system.
Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone and an expert on teaching the deaf to talk, influenced improvements in deaf education with his teaching methods and their lasting value.
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