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Newspaper
The Lee Lantern
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1964
Page
2
The piece argues for voting in the presidential election between Lyndon B. Johnson and Barry Goldwater. It notes campaigns have been harsh with smears yet urges 21 year olds who meet poll tax or registration requirements to vote, warning that abstaining wastes freedoms fought for by ancestors. Judy Dugat.
Five Lee College students protest the Baytown School Board for firing Mr. George Gentry, saying the process was unfair and media attention harmed the district. Freshmen Sharon Laney and others discuss presidential election chances, with opinions split between Johnson and Goldwater.
The article emphasizes that attending Lee College for higher knowledge matters, but participating in campus activities is equally important. It notes journalism and debate have few members and encourages new students to join at least one organization to feel at home, make friends, and contribute to the college and community.
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