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Newspaper
The Lantern
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1989
Page
2
A reader reflects on how racism dominates talk shows, noting Oprah, Geraldo, and Morton Downey Jr. depict clashes. The piece contrasts violent outbursts with calls for dialogue, cites Howard Beach and South Africa, and urges younger generations to advance MLK’s dream of judging by character.
Citizens weigh a push by state lawmakers to ban profanity on bumper stickers, arguing restrictions curb expression while supporters warn against government control. The author urges resistance to censorship and defends humor in everyday life on vehicles.
Texans celebrate the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with chili, barbecue, and horseback events set to wrap Sunday. The annual showcase boosts the economy and funds scholarships for students, highlighting Texas pride and country music.
The Lantern lists roles from editor to advertising reps and photographers. Names include Rusty Martin Dena DeLoach Darren Franta Jodi Storm Jodie Stowe Robbie McDonald Dina Parkinson Brenda Granderson Jeff Haddon Mark Kramer Wendi McCormick Scott Mitchell John Schmidt Susan Cummings-Hastie with assistants and advisory staff noted.
The Lantern invites ads locally at 3.50 per column inch and nationally at .450 per agate line. It prohibits illegal, libelous, obscene, or in poor taste ads. The Lantern is published by Lee College District journalism students at 511 S. Whiting Baytown TX 77520. Letters require name social security and phone. editor may edit and deadline is noon on deadline days.
A reader muses on university mascots like the UNC Tar Heels and Tulane Green Waves. He compares Vandals and Gentlemen nicknames, noting extremes from playful to conservative choices and recounts odd examples such as St Joseph's Fighting Monks.
A February opinion piece argues abortion harms unborn children and mothers, counters polls claiming broad support for Roe v. Wade, and cites WEBA as evidence of post abortion effects while noting broader social issues tied to abortion.
An editor's letter asserts that abortion prevents potential adoptees, claims God knows and loves each person in the womb, and argues the choice should be God's, presenting a clear anti abortion stance.
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