Bush makes surprise Thanksgiving visit to Iraq troops
President Bush flew covertly to Baghdad to spend Thanksgiving with about 600 soldiers from the 1st Armored Division and the 82nd Airborne, pledging that insurgents will not force a U.S. withdrawal and thanking troops for liberating 25 million people. Bremer and Lt. Gen. Sanchez joined the surprise program at Baghdad International Airport.
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City Thanksgiving feast brings volunteers and neighbors together
Baytown reports the seventh Friends Serving Friends Thanksgiving dinner drew 1300 to 1560 residents, with Baytown Community Alliance volunteers and Barbers Hill students serving turkey, dressing, ham and sides. Organizer Elvinia Wilson praises the event’s fellowship and service, rooted in Robbie Ramsey’s founding efforts.
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DeLay Faces Hearing To Block Testimony In Redistricting Suit
A three judge panel will hear arguments Monday by House Majority Leader Tom DeLay and Rep. Joe Barton to quash a Democratic subpoena for sworn testimony. The case in East Texas court in Marshall involves Texas district maps drawn after a partisan clash, with trial set for December in Austin.
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Bratz dolls emerge as hot holiday toy rival to Barbie
Baytown shoppers eye Bratz fashion dolls from MGA Entertainment as a top holiday pick with diverse ethnic versions priced around $19.99, while Hulk Hands and Fisher Price Hokey Pokey Elmo also prime lists. Executives say Bratz momentum could grow with continued demand and new releases.
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