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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 2009
Page
4
A Baytown Letters to the Editor罗 criticizes bar smoke exposure versus unsafe city water. The writer questions government handling and suggests the city abandon bar oversight to focus on city management, noting personal queasiness and calling for a water quality discount from authorities.
A Baytown resident reports a scam at local convenience stores where clerks punch in totals instead of scanning items. The writer warns shoppers to know item costs, request receipts, and report similar experiences by emailing baytown bert gmailand with specific details.
A letter thanking Mr. Vince Cavaretta and others for recognizing substitute teachers in the district. The author notes most subs are diligent and aim to substitute for the day, acknowledges a few who treat it as babysitting, and praises teachers for preparing plans and guiding subs. He recalls subbing since 1969 and sees growing appreciation over time.
Wanda Orton recalls long gone Houston area spots from Shakey’s on Alexander Drive to Forum cafeteria on Main and Ship Ahoy by South Main. She notes beloved menus, recipes shared by owners, and Baytown favorites such as Gonzales and Moreno’s Mexican restaurants plus Piccadilly and Wyatt’s.
The Baytown Sun lists officials contact lines and staff emails, followed by submission rules. It specifies letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500, with a signer's real name and contact details for publication. The address, phone numbers, and deadlines for delivery and redelivery are provided.
The writer contrasts Puritan era hardships with modern comforts, noting homebuilding, medicine, and food relied on simple means. He recalls growing up, dodging ridicule, and reminisces about coveralls, libraries, phones, and video stores while poking fun at how easy kids have it today. SEE HALES PAGE 7A.
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