City debates firings after Rita evacuation
Public works layoffs sparked by deployment after Hurricane Rita raise questions about who is essential. Three workers were fired and two placed on leave for abandonment of duties in one department, while others evacuated and faced no terminations. Officials stress an appeal process and review of who qualifies as essential personnel.
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Debra Feazelle
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DeLay fund-raising power challenged by indictment
The article notes Tom DeLay raised over 35 million for GOP fundraising over a decade and could anchor donor support despite an indictment on conspiracy to violate Texas election law. Republicans fear donor caution will shrink contributions, while some praise DeLay’s historic fundraising prowess and caution against broad GOP doom.
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Veterans recall Allendale crew and Truman's role in war end
Harman, signalman and boat crew member on the APA-127 Allendale, recalls wartime service from July 1944 to decommissioning in 1946. Chaplain Ogden describes supporting the crew, while Truman is credited with saving their lives by ending Japan invasion risk. Postwar, veterans pursued civilian careers and education. Chasteen notes his changed view after witnessing Japan's surrender aboard USS Missouri.
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Burglaries During Rita Evacuation Reported by Police
Police reported multiple burglaries during Hurricane Rita evacuation. A home near 800 Sunset Dr lost about 7100 in property between Sept 21 and Wednesday. Another at 5300 Hemlock St saw about 4000 stolen. Two suspects were arrested on criminal trespass after seen climbing into a house near 800 Avon Ave.
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Sterling junior charged with felony
A seventeen year old student at Ross S Sterling High School was arrested and charged with criminal mischief graffiti a state jail felony during school Thursday. Police said the student wrote on the wall in the boys bathroom with a permanent marker. He was being held without bond. A state jail felony is punishable by no more than 2 years in jail and a fine not to exceed $10000.
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Louisiana man arrested for public intoxication
Baytown police arrested a 47 year old Cameron Louisiana man Friday for public intoxication. He stood in the middle of Thompson Road attempting to halt passing 18 wheelers near the TA Truck Stop and was jailed in Baytown.
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Winnie Man Arrested for Public Intoxication at IHOP
A man from Winnie was arrested at an IHOP on 5001 Garth Road Friday morning after police found him passed out at his table. He was jailed in Baytown city on public intoxication charges.
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Baytown Police Log Details 174 Calls From Thursday to Friday
Baytown police logged 174 calls for service from 6 am Thursday to 6 am Friday including 13 alarms, three assaults, five burglaries, four criminal mischief incidents, 12 disturbances, three forgeries, four thefts, and 13 minor accidents. Crime Stoppers offers tips with cash rewards and anonymity.
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Fall clean-up at two sites in West Baytown today
West Baytown holds a fall clean-up from 9 am to 3 pm with two drop-off sites. Bergeron Park accepts rubbish, furniture, building materials, carpet, old appliances, and scrap metal. tires go to 1200 Lee Drive only. Residential rubbish only. no businesses or contractors. contact Fred Aguilar at 281 427 6438 or Health Dept at 281 420 5384 for details.
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