League of Women Voters fights PVC plant expansion in Deer Park
The Texas Air Control Board holds a public hearing at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Community Center after the League of Women Voters of Texas and Houston requests a review of Tenneco's PVC plant expansion. They cite vinyl chloride cancer risks and have hired attorney Terence O Rourke to present evidence. Residents are urged to attend to weigh the environmental impact.
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Return To The Polls For Deer Park Run-Off
More than 1300 voters who turned out April 3 are urged to return to the polls next Tuesday for the Position 6 run-off. Voter participation is praised as Deer Park grows, with a 64 percent rise from 834 in two years, underscoring community involvement and duty.
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Little League Letter From Player to Parents
An editor's note reprints a heartfelt letter from a Little League player to his mom and dad. The writer recalls moments from a game where he booted a ground ball, struck out with the tying run at third, and recalls parental reactions in the bleachers.
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Letter From Little League Player To Parents
A young player reflects on striking out and a misplayed ball, then defends a volunteer coach and pleads for parental support. He emphasizes love of the game and asks for understanding and example of good sportsmanship. He closes with affection for his mom and dad.
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Let Us Hear From You At The Progress
Readers are invited to send signed letters about issues affecting you. Submit by mailing to P.O. Box 369, Deer Park, or bring letters to the Progress office at 104 West Seventh Street.
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Local Notes and Elections From Sparse Historic Clipping
A fragmentary 1970s clipping lists political and civic items. Mentions Grand Jury cases, a Texas Gulf Coast honors Progress, bond bill discussions, a mayoral run-off won by Bill Black, and a mobile home license suit set for trial. Also notes Patrick J Kronin jailed in 1972, Roy Robert Loun III named Eagle Scout, and Gregory Shepherd winning a Diamond Shamrock scholarship with reelection noted.
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Roy Robert Loun III
Benton praises Progress for Library Week spotlight
Evelyn F Benton director of the Deer Park Public Library thanks the Progress staff for highlighting the library during National Library Week The note credits civic minded merchants and businesses for a full page ad spotlight and lauds community cooperation in Deer Park.
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Deer Park Public
Your Horoscope Guide Aries to Aquarius
Aries through Aquarius forecasts present in a traditional guide. Each sign offers caution on temper, finances, and relationships, with guidance to focus on career, adjust plans, and manage health, travel, and domestic matters as the week progresses.
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Consumer alert on home improvement contractor scams
Attorney General warns amid many complaints about deceptive home repair practices. Door to door solicitors may lack established business. get three local written estimates. avoid lowest bid without considering experience guarantees and material quality to prevent paying for substandard work.
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Consumer Protection Division
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