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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2013
Page
4
Jim Finley reflects on old time sayings once common among older generations, noting how today’s youth miss the meanings. He recalls examples about outdoor play, clothing, spankings, wind clocks, castor oil, and simple home life, urging readers to recognize a past simpler era.
Historical notes list key events and figures on the 140th day of 2013. Lincoln signs the Homestead Act in 1862. Lindbergh begins his solo transatlantic flight in 1927. 1961 Montgomery bus attack prompts federal intervention. 2006 Nouri al Maliki becomes Iraq prime minister. Mentions birthdays of Balzac to Czuchry, Earhart solo flight in 1932, 1989 Preakness result, a Mill quote, and 270 million acres tied to the Homestead Act.
Retired editor Wanda Orton reflects on practical jokes from Horace Mann Junior High where Suzi Powers wore high heels to class then walked barefoot to the principal's office. The tale includes a hand walking teacher, a urine like moment. In the newsroom Sam Alford and Son Love exchange ice water pranks, leading to a mistaken bucket swap with boss A J Rabin, then harmlessly ends with mutual respect.
Arkansas Times columnist Gene Lyons examines Cesar Millan’s National Geographic show The Dog Whisperer, arguing that the program centers on human control of dogs and critiques concerns about sexism and canine emotion. Lyons relays experiences with dogs, media debates, and his view that dominant leadership is key, while noting breed cautions and social dynamics in Los Angeles. He emphasizes practical owner responsibility over flashy techniques.
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