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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 2003
Page
3
New York reports say the number portability rule allows users to switch carriers without changing numbers, triggering a nationwide scramble for deals. Companies push campaigns to retain customers and win rivals’ users as millions are expected to switch within a year, with experts urging patience amid market shifts.
Verizon and Cingular report brisk store activity as new federal rules let customers port numbers between providers. FCC chair Powell cautions about early termination fees and delays, with TSI handling a surge of up to a million port requests on day one.
In Mosul, two U.S. soldiers were killed after their car was attacked and they were assaulted with rocks. Some Iraqis condemned the act as punishment for occupiers, others voiced anger at American presence and promises, while a few expressed sympathy. The 101st Airborne notes no evidence of throat slashing or mutilation, and says assailants robbed the vehicle.
Congressional bargainers backed White House pressure to allow networks to own larger shares of stations while completing a 390 million spending package. They included a provision permitting ownership of stations watched by up to 39 percent of viewers, seeking to defeat a Bush proposal for a 45 percent threshold.
The Senate cleared the way for final passage of landmark Medicare reform adding a prescription drug benefit and free enterprise elements. Leader Bill Frist praised the historic move while Sen Edward Kennedy warned the bill would unravel Medicare amid fears of Social Security attacks after the election. A final vote was set for Tuesday.
The Senate halted efforts to pass energy legislation this year after failing to secure two more votes. Majority Leader Bill Frist stated there is not enough time before the holiday recess to reach a House acceptable compromise despite White House plans to renew push in January. A GOP spokeswoman said Frist remains committed to the bill.
The University of Texas at Austin proposes adding race and ethnicity to the list of about 15 factors in undergraduate, graduate, and law school admissions. The plan, needing system review and state-law timing, aims to affect the 2005 entering class with individual reviews seeking diverse and capable students.
Four men robbed Gordon's jewelry store at San Jacinto Mall at 8:52 p.m. tearing through display cases. Authorities estimate stolen value from $30,000 to $125,000 as Baytown police await inventory. Witnesses, surveillance video, and a prior sighting are part of the investigation.
Baytown police logged multiple incidents from Saturday to Monday including a theft at El Huarache with about 1806 dollars in goods. a robbery at Kettle with 182 dollars missing. a terrorism threat at Garth Road business. and various alarms assaults burglaries and disturbances totaling 120 calls in 24 hours. One arrest related to traffic violations and drug paraphernalia. Sponsored by Crime Stoppers tips line.
Baytown police were dispatched around 2 p.m. Sunday to the Kroger at 4500 Garth Road where a woman said a female coworker struck her with a door. The two employees had an ongoing dispute and had argued beforehand. No charges have been filed.
Baytown police arrested a 38 year old woman after finding drug paraphernalia and marijuana residue during a Sunday traffic stop around 4 p.m. The incident involved a driver detained on a traffic violation.
Baytown police arrested a man at the 3200 block of Garth Road after an argument around 11 42 a m. He allegedly attacked his wife who, in fear, struck him with a vase. He was taken to the emergency room for treatment.
A Finley column fragment mentions Idaho and a northwest setting, a three child note, and a plan to attend a charity barbecue for the Aggie football team at the fairgrounds. The speaker offers to seek clues about the Kobe Bryant affair while at the event and praises the Baytown Police Department and Chief Byron Jones. Jim Finley writes Tuesdays and Fridays.
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