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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2017
Page
4
Our view argues Texas will become the 47th state to ban texting while driving once Gov. Abbott signs the measure. The Sept. 1 effective date aims to curb distracted driving, with first offenses fined at 99 dollars and 200 dollars for subsequent violations.
Baytown Little Theater extends the Rising Star talent show deadline from May 25 to May 31. The writer urges readers to help locate high school talent by texting 281-744-7238 for an application, offering scholarship potential for promising entrants.
Baytown Sun readers mostly approve using public funds for Brunson Theater and Citizens Bank renovations on Texas Avenue. The week’s survey asks if residents plan a summer vacation and to respond at baytownsun.com.
The article lists key events on this date including Hernando de Soto's death in 1542 while exploring along the Mississippi River. Clara Barton founding the American Red Cross in 1881 is noted, along with Lindbergh's 1927 solo Atlantic flight, Earhart's 1932 solo crossing to Ireland, Chuck Berry recording in 1955, and a ten year ago Supreme Court ruling on parents suing schools without lawyers. Thought for Today by Eric Hoffer appears at end.
Wanda Orton recalls the Bayshore Bus Line and Webb Greer who pioneered jitney service in 1917, transporting residents to Houston and around the Tri-Cities. She cites dated routes, costs, depots, and iconic venues on Main Street, detailing travel by bus before I-10.
In Brazoria Matagorda counties a 60th reunion and cemetery pilgrimage near Sweeny celebrates the 1957 graduates. Attendees recall the long history, visit graves in West Columbia Blessing and Bay City, and enjoy late catering amid nostalgic speeches by Clara New and Bob Swan. Jim Balkum organized the event. two long‑time attendees, Junior Orr and John Damon, remain notable.
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