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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 2016
Page
4
The Baytown Sun editorial supports displaying the national motto In God We Trust on police and fire department vehicles. It notes decals are privately funded, legal per the Texas Attorney General, and reflect broader American principles of religious freedom and ecumenism. Editorial by David Bloom.
A reader questions Mr Sawyer's grilling method for the Fourth of July. The note jokes about using a George Foreman grill versus charcoal and mentions feeling guilty about environmental impact while enjoying Hebrew Brand hot dogs and listening to a Trump speech.
On this date 1859 Charles Blondin walked Niagara Falls. 1865 Surratt Mudd convicted. four executed, Mudd later pardoned. 1936 Gone with the Wind published. 1971 Willy Wonka released. 1985 TWA hostages freed in Beirut. Thought for Today from B C Forbes.
A Baytown area columnist writes on Memorial Day origins, Flag Day history, and the 1776 Declaration. The piece contrasts national celebration with modern internal conflicts and urges readers to recall founding ideals as fireworks mark Independence Day. Ginger Stripling of Mont Belvieu is noted as the longtime resident author.
Jane Howard Lee reflects on growing long nails, abandoning nail biting last winter, and the mixed impact on her life. She notes improved nails, more color choices, and awkwardness in typing and handling small clasps, while wondering if the change hints at aging or disease.
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