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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1949

Page

4

Psalm Verse Lamp unto My Feet

A brief Bible verse verse from Psalms 105 175? The line proclaims Thy word as a lamp and light for steps and paths guiding faithful conduct.

Democrats Aim To Raise 500000 At NYC Dinner

The Democratic National Committee plans a December 2 New York dinner for 3500 guests at the Waldorf Astoria aiming to raise about $500000. Vice President Barkley, Mayor O’Dwyer, and National Chairman Boyle will headline as tickets cost $160 each. The event reflects Democrats’ fundraising pursuit as Republicans offer smaller Lincoln Day events.

Waldorf-Astoria Democratic National Committee New York Barkley O'Dwyer Boyle G.O.P Lincoln Day

Two Travelers Rescue Injured Man On Harsh Mountain Trail

In a grim alpine trek two travelers encounter an injured man left in the cold. One seeks aid and improvises a splint while the other pushes ahead, carrying him toward a village as rescue seemed unlikely. The rescued man survives due to shared effort and the cold's dangers on the mountain.

Washington Debate on Airport Site for Civil Aviation Center

Washington reports debate over selecting a site for a Washington aviation hub near Potomac and Alexandria Virginia. President Roosevelt favored a location despite concerns about flood risk and expense while others supported Andrews Field and central access. Civil rights discussion veers into road, school and housing funding as key rights measures.

EDR Washington Wshington Mai Prongressman Arms Gual Franklin D. Roosevelt Representa David Bilialion Potomac Alexandria Virginia Crosser Robert Crosser Ohio Bencke Maryland Roosevelt Osser Andrews Field Air Force

Bugs Baer Luncheon Honors 30th Anniversary

Erich Brandeis reflects on a luncheon honoring Bugs Baer for thirty years as a humor columnist. The Banshees awarded him a silver statue, “The Lady,” akin to Hollywood’s Oscar. Baer urged readers that success requires daily renewal and that the only true boss is oneself, a lesson for all workers.

Fougust Arthur Bugs The Banshees Hollywood Bugs Baer

Baytown Sun Publishing Details and Rates

Daily Baytown Sun from Pearce and Ashbei Baytown Texas lists staff including Robert Matherna Fred Hartm Syd Gould Beulah Mee Jackson. Subscription rates shown: 8 and 3 per year, $10 mentioned.

The Daily Sun Company Pearce Ashbei Baytown Texas Robert’ Matherna Fred Hartm Syd S. Gould Beulah Mee Jackson

Mystery Murder Solved by Harris County Detectives

The Sun recounts a real life mystery solved by Hugh May, Buster Kern, and Texas Ranger Klevenhagen in Galveston. The case centers on the killing of Marvin Clack, a Galveston grocer, after hours at the C. and M. Food Market. Neighbors and officials praised perseverance while thanking Baytown readers who aided the inquiry.

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Zeke Confronts Draft Board and Prohibition Era Talk

The text recounts Zeke facing the draft board during World War II joking that a draft would leave his wife unattended. It also notes a bootlegger price complaint from the prohibition era, with a local soak remarking whiskey is beginning to show its true worth.

Zeke Rastus

Old-Fashioned Furnishings Prompt Modern Stores Boom

Henry McLemore argues there is big profit in starting a company that makes old-fashioned furnishings and fixtures for antique homes. He recalls a failed shopping trip for replacement hardware and the bewildered clerks, illustrating demand for period pieces.

Henry McLemore

What is the largest Palestine in the riddle set

A fragmented prompt references a publicized stage performer and a debut in Paris in May 1873 but provides no coherent narrative details. The item appears to be a puzzle or trivia entry with missing context and incomplete wording.

Comedienmne Paris

Encyildopedia scheme and a California oil boom tale

A columnist recounts a Boston bookseller who sold encyclopedias via a California real estate canvass, gifts included, and later oil discoveries near Huntington Beach boosted original gamble profits. Stories of heirs, pirates of the deal, and a Palo Alto estate tie to a famed lyric era figure emerge in a rambling reminiscence.

Bennett Cerf Boston California Huntington Beach Huntington Tract Stanford Palo Alto Maine

Just What Kind Of A Man Is Lewis

In this final instalment the author critiques John L. Lewis, portraying him as power mad and dictatorial, wielding the United Mine Workers as a disciplined, nearly unstoppable force. The piece argues his control over strikes and industry, detailing his strategic view of coal as central to the economy, his clashes with government and press, and his alliance with or use of Communist influence to advance union power.

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Quotes From Great-Near Strength of Mind Remark

A fragmentary quotation references strength of mind and a comedian named Alan Y0. The readable text is sparse and lacks full sentences or clear context for a complete summary.

Alan

Five Years Ago Todays Headlines and Local Notes

Cologne 21 miles away 3600. Brussels strike immediate approval of Stettinius seen by Senate Committee. The Robert E. Lee Band directed by J. C. Burkett appeared on KTHT. James Utah Waldrop in navy since Aug 1942 wired mother he is coming home on leave. Lois Ruth Tharp birthday party hosted by Jeanne Kelley. Edwin Ray Fort spending the day leave with parents in Tahahd and Mrs. C 4B Bojt.

Cologne Brussels Stettinius Senate Robert E. Lee J. C. Burkett James Utah Waldrop Sam Perlman Lois Ruth Tharp Jeanne Kelley Edwin Ray Fort Tae Sahd Bojt

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