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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1961
Page
4
Mrs J Tower mother of U S Senate candidate Joan Tower says her son did not vote for Harry S Truman in 1948. She notes he was then a Southwestern University student and later taught at Midwestern University in Wichita Falls for nine years, opposing Truman’s candidacy. The Baytown Sun will mail a copy of this note to Mrs Tower.
Austin reports say the small loan regulation bill is dying in the Senate. Sen. Krueger criticizes editorials and urges urgent action while the House passed HB 7 unanimously. The public pressure to curb usurious rates remains, with a voter remedy possible if lawmakers fail to act.
AP report from Nashville notes Van derbilt students were cautioned not to misuse stimulant pills during exams. The warning, described as humorous yet serious, stressed students should not take examinations lightly despite some taking pep pills.
Four flags France Spain the Confederate States and the United States flew over New Orleans marking a historic display of territorial symbolism in the city. The event underscored the diverse colonial and wartime influences that have shaped the region's identity through the years.
Editor and Publisher Co lists roles including Business Manager Managing Editor Office Manager and Retail Manager with nationwide representation by Texas Newspaper Representatives Inc. P.O. Box 28 Baytown. Subscription rates by carrier 145 per month 31740 per year mail rates available on request.
A Chicago secret AMA strategy aims to defeat President Kennedy's aged medical care program. Local medical groups run the field, while AMA directs from Chicago. The kit urges letters, calls, editor outreach, and canned speeches to sway Congress and public opinion against socialized medicine.
A fiery diplomat famed for duels journeyed from Paris to a country town for another challenge. At the rail station his adversary bought a roundtrip ticket while the diplomat requested a one way. The diplomat quipped that he would always use his opponent’s return ticket after a duel. Nearby, a dining room quip about sauerkraut turns out to be noodles, sparking humor overheard on the East Side.
A quirky collage asks how long a hebdomad away would be and quizzes on Germantown's city, actors in Great Expectations, Paisley’s country of origin, and famed evangelists. It links phrases to Methodism’s roots, quotes Junius on despotism, and notes dates such as Clara Barton founding the Red Cross and North Carolina secession, with a mix of names, places, and historical prompts.
A compact essay argues the New Frontier and Kennedy era action plans mainly shuffle taxes to fund foreign aid and welfare programs. It contends private investment and private enterprise are stifled by government subsidies and warns of a growing federal drain similar to early farm programs. How do you stand, sir?
The Charleston Daily Mail notes that while officials typically side with teachers, spring brings surly letters demanding research aid for term papers. Readers recount requests for biographical data on Phileas PR. Ashby and topics like church and state, expressing frustration at being pulled into classroom assignments.
Kindergarten pupil Mark Leake now holds an American Contract Bridge League membership card in Memphis. His mother Mrs. Fletcher Leake Jr. says he learned by watching lessons and could soon reach grand slam levels. she would partner him over others.
In a light feature Irene Corbally Kuhn notes how chauffeured limousines symbolize wealth in New York and beyond. She cites examples from the luxury transport firm ASK J. Paul Carey offering fixed rates since 1921, and anecdotes of eccentric passengers who use limousines for status, shopping, and odd errands.
A biblical verse from Second Timothy 4 speaks of a crown of righteousness laid up for the speaker by the Lord, the righteous judge, on that day, for those who love His appearing.
A four handed match deal yielded a 2220 point swing. At table one Booth bid five spades after East’s two diamonds, West doubled, then five spades made for a heavy loss. West erred by not recognizing East singleton spade and shifting to heart. Table two played eight diamonds for a 1370 point result. Overall the event showed a large swing between the two pairs.
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