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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1950
Page
4
The text presents a biblical excerpt stressing humility for humans and exaltation of the Lord in a future day, echoing prophetic themes of judgment and reverence. It emphasizes that human pride will be subdued while God alone is exalted, reflecting a faith-centered outlook.
Auditor Washburn may urge setting Harris County tax at 1.29, down from 1.39, citing industrial survey gains and possible needs to modernize the tax office. Spring signals more employment as farm and summer hires rise, with May agriculture employment up 28 percent from February and last year’s manufacturing activity noted.
Dr Thomas A Anderson pastor at Central Congregational Church Atlanta spent summers on varied jobs to study human attire and behavior. He argues gambling rests on getting something for nothing, a creed that breeds anxiety and disorder. He contrasts a God of Order with Luck and urges creative effort over wishful thinking.
The Baytown Sun announces a publication by Key Daily featuring Ashbel Pearce and related parties in Baytown Texas. Publisher editor Gould advertising manager Beulah Mac and office manager rates are listed with subscription options for one year at ten dollars.
The Sun prints Earl Wilson's Baytown welcome and Texas focus. He highlights Texans in theater and media, from Amarillo to Weatherford to Fort Worth, invites tips on local talent, and pokes fun at himself. Also included is a critique of presidential excess and a Texas vacation survey praising local tourism and oil links.
The piece extols Harry S Truman as a friendly, neighborly figure whose persona appeals to millions. It recalls shaking his hand at the White House and a TV radio presence, praising his sincerity, while noting critics and the political pressure around him. It ends with a skeptical note on the public mood.
Essay traces barbershop history from a cramped rural chair with improvised clippers to a Beverly Hills hotel salon with designer chairs soundproofing air conditioning and artful interiors. Observer notes the contrast between rough early days and elite modern venues with membership processes and clubby amenities.
York writer recalls the craft of dating ideas to songs, tracing how ideas evolved over twenty years from home sick Broadway dreams to modern rhythm. He cites Bob Hillard, Al Hoffman, and Bob Crosby, notes about titles, and a humorous take on fame and inspiration.
Staff Sergeant L. V. Brabe of Pelly earned the Silver Star for bravery under fire. In an early morning burglary thieves stole a truck and a motorcycle, transporting a $4000 safe from Goose Creek Grain Company. The House rejected the right to work bill by a narrow margin. Mr and Mrs W. W. Watson announced birth of son Raymond Lee on March 18. Ten years ago Prime Minister Chamberlain vowed allied unity against Hitler and Mussolini as war loomed. A motor agency advertised a 1989 sedan with radio heater and new tires.
WALDORY attendants recall a bronzed six foot Gary Cooverish who flew into a rage in the lobby when elevators were delayed. A wisp of a girl operated a second floor elevator and he demanded swift service before a mountain climbing expedition. Prize fighters are brittle these days as Benny Leonard faces Richie Mitchell in a fifteen round bout. Leonard jokes about being too sick to go fifteen rounds.
After watering, 17 year old Gus Stehley describes the Galens Park Council meeting as the source of unprecedented wrangling and disputes within the youth leadership scene.
Washington dispatch reports a private Pentagon briefing for 30 veteran leaders aimed at defending budget cuts. Navy weakness and anti submarine gaps were criticized, with emphasis on submarines, naval air power, and training constraints. Veterans pressed for more Marine participation and clearer air defense needs.
A collage of trivia notes mentions Johann Sebastian Bach as birth and Mussorgsky as born in 1839, with quirky lines on hymn authorship and a bequest term legacy. It lists names, dates, and places in a stream of fragmented facts.
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