Constitution Week reminder and reflection editorial
A Baytown Sun editorial urges understanding of the U S Constitution during Constitution Week. It notes the 1787 Philadelphia signing, the core idea of government by the people, and the need to improve constitutional literacy among students. Writer David Bloom and the editorial board stress preserving liberties and rights through informed civic engagement.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Welcomes Community Visits
The editorial board meets weekly at 2 p.m. each Wednesday and invites residents to discuss local issues. To arrange an appointment contact Managing Editor David Bloom at 78422-8302. Members include Wanda Garner ash, editor and publisher, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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Baytown Sun calls for letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun invites readers to submit original unsigned letters and guest columns up to 300 and 500 words respectively. Submissions must be signed with contact details for non publication and may be edited. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom, P O Box 90, Baytown 27522 or by fax or email.
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Rights in America: Established or recognized?
A compact historical narrative traces the nation’s path to a central government and a Bill of Rights. It highlights Madison Leland Jefferson and Henry debates in Virginia, religious liberty, and the drive for constitutional safeguards against state church establishment.
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Today in History for September 16
On September 16 events include the incorporation of the American Legion in 1919, Mexico’s revolt beginning in 1810, the 1893 Oklahoma Cherokee Strip settlement, the 1940 peacetime draft act and Rayburn becoming Speaker, the 1965 Dean Martin Show debut, Ford’s 1974 amnesty plan, plus past disasters and Iraq hostage context. The NHL lockout began and Hurricane Ivan impacts are noted.
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Polio cases in Baytown rise to six with no deaths
Historical notes recount a 1950 Baytown polio outbreak with six cases and no fatalities. A 1975 item notes December 16 as the target date to finish the Harris County Courthouse Annex on Baker Road. In 1990 a bond election of 800000 was proposed for Harris County Fresh Water District 1A sewage plant improvements.
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Ride to Remember for Fallen Firefighter Memorial
A firefighter writes of grief and memory after the December 2004 death of a fellow firefighter. He recalls last conversations, vows not to let the fallen down, and plans a final highway ride to honor the brother who sacrificed everything. The message emphasizes remembrance and brotherhood as they travel to the memorial.
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New Horizons resales halted to aid Katrina victims
New Horizons Family Center in Baytown suspends all resale shop sales and redirects donations to Hurricane Katrina relief. Volunteers relocate to San Jacinto Mall to sort clothing and aid visitors from Baytown and nearby areas. Monetary help and volunteer support welcome. contact Joyce Young at 281 424 3300.
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