State Courts Take Activist Role In Civil Liberties
An article notes a shift as civil liberties advocates increasingly seek state courts for rights protections, while the U S Supreme Court retrenches. Justice Brennan argues state courts must guard liberties, with examples from California and Virginia and contrasts to federal rulings and free speech gains.
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Thurgood Marshal
Goose Creek Scrolls claimed as Baytown legend origin tale
Jim Kyle recounts discovering a bread-basket sized iron box containing the Goose Creek Scrolls. The tale asserts the Canadian goose migrated from Goose Creek in 1721, tied to Ana-quack Indians and a humorous origin story for Goose Creek in Baytown. The yarn blends local lore, quirky dialogue, and playful creatures, ending with a celebratory chant.
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Franklin’s Famous Kite Experiment Recounted
The item recalls Benjamin Franklin's celebrated kite experiment conducted in June 1752. It notes the historic test demonstrating electricity via a kite and key, highlighting Franklin's role as a pioneering figure in science and his lasting impact on electricity studies.
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Franklin
Baytown Storm Damages Planes and City Projects in 1956
Early morning storm with 60 mph gusts damages four small planes at Baytown Airport and wrecks a hangar. City council approves land for a new fire station and instructs budget funds for a city landfill. Corporation Court clerk salary rises to $190 monthly as 50 residents attend a heated dog control debate.
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Texas Avenue
Baytown
North Main
George Chandler
Baytown Sun Editorial Staff and Publication Details
The Baytown Sun lists Praston Pendergrass as editor and publisher with John Wadey as editor in chief and Fred Hornberger as general manager. Other staff include Wanda Fintey, Leon Brown, Jerry Winton, Pat Staples, and Fred Hartman. The paper operates from 1201 Memorial Drive Baytown Texas with a 15 cent copy price and monthly/yearly rates, and is a member of the Associated Press.
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Leon Brown
John Wadey
Fred Hornberger
Fred Hartman
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Southern Newspapers, Inc
Baytown
Memorial
Texee
P.O
Associated Press
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Baytown Surrateina
Goose Creek mural favored over egret view sparks Baytown protest
Mrs B L Womack protests Baytown city council choice on a Bicentennial Park mural. She argues Goose Creek history and local schools tie the area to geese depictions, citing Goose Creek ISD tax office and Lee College nearby, and says the decision dampens local spirit.
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Goose Creek
Baytown
Bicentennial Park
Goose Creek Independent School District
Lee College
Guilford Courthouse Clash Ends In Stalemate Of 1781
On March 15, 1781 Gen Nathaniel Greene faced Lord Cornwallis in hand to hand fighting at Guilford Courthouse North Carolina. The engagement ended with a British victory by standard but crippling losses. Cornwallis retreated to Wilmington then Virginia and Yorktown as Fox warned of the peril.
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Lord Cornwallis
Guilford Courthouse
N.C
Fox
Cornwallis
Wilmington
Virginia
Yorktown
World Almanac
Mortgage Lenders Face Redlining Dilemma Under New Law
New rules require lenders to publish loan data by census tracts starting Sept. 30. The Home Mortgage Disclosure Act may force banks to confront whether social goals or financial return should guide mortgage lending, raising fears of community pressure and possible penalties or coercion. The issue highlights a long standing debate over whether investments should prioritize safety and profit or neighborhood rehabilitation.
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New York
Vegetarian B12, vitamins and Coumadin cautions
Dear reader asks about vitamin B-12 in vegetarian diets and overall nutrient adequacy. Articles explain B-12 comes from animal products, that strict vegetarians risk deficiency, while milk eggs and leafy greens provide some nutrients. recommends B-12 supplement if dairy or eggs are absent. Also warns about Coumadin dosing requiring medical supervision and potential interaction with aspirin or Tylenol increasing bleeding risk.
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DR. Lamb
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