Officials Explain Flood Alternatives in Deer Park Meeting
Local and county officials along with SBA representative John L. Cary and insurance agent Rudy Wallace met Deer Park residents on June 26 to discuss flood relief. The panel urged applying for SBA loans, obtaining flood insurance, and supporting county and city bonds to improve drainage.
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Small Business Administration
Deer Park
Bill Black
John L. Cary
Rudy Wallace
Tom Bass
Tom Langford
Harris County
Buster Ballard
John Harris
Cary
Deepwater Elementary
Flood limits ditches not sole fix for Deer Park homes
City and county officials admit drainage ditch clearing was likely insufficient and flooding would persist even with perfect ditches. Mayor Bill Black cites 1874 bond rejection of drainage funding while planning a new capital improvements program. An aerial survey of elevations in Deer Park is underway to identify problem areas and guide drainage upgrades amid ongoing local grand parade events and sponsor listings.
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Bill Black
Deer Park
Deer Park Urban System project listed in 1975 76 plan
The Texas Highway Commission approved a 1975 76 Urban Systems program including a $139000 Deer Park project along Center Street from SH 225 to improve and synchronize traffic control devices. statewide 272 miles of street and highway work and urban area bus purchases and bike trail funding are included.
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Deer Park
Texas Highway Commission
Center Street
Houston
Sheryl Lightfoot Joins Progress as Society Editor
Sheryl Lightfoot Pasadena joins the Progress as Society Editor. She is a sophomore at San Jacinto College and will contribute society coverage from the campus and local community.
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Sheryl Lightfoot
Pasadena
The
Progress As Society
Edi
Tor
San Jacinto College
Texian
the Press Club At
San Jacinto
Progressions Joette Moffett earns journalism degree
Joette Moffett graduates from the University of Texas School of Communications with a Bachelor of Journalism. The Deer Park High Class of 1955 reunion is set for Aug 2 at 7 p.m. in the North Campus cafeteria, with tickets $5. Call 479-3004 after 4:30 for details.
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Joette Moffett
School of Communications
The
University of Texas
Deer Park High School
Confession Clears Six Burglaries In Pasadena Area
An 18 year old Pasadena youth confessed to six burglaries in the College Park area dating to early spring. Police estimate losses at 4000 to 5000 dollars. Items recovered or being traced include guns linked to Deer Park Orange and Louisiana. He faces felony burglary charges and probation revocation, with eight years to serve for prior 1974 burglaries. Detective Sergeant W P Reess Jr led the case.
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Pasadena
College Park
Deer Park
San
Louisiana
Academy
Dartmouth
Rutgers
Princeton
Luella
Ross
HL and P Seeks Rate Increase Amid Finance Struggles
Houston Lighting and Power officials told city council that rate relief is critical as inflation and energy costs squeeze finances. Chairman J G Reese warned the utility cannot borrow for new construction and warned of possible job losses if service cannot meet demand. The proposed 14.7 percent overall increase would raise the average residential bill from 23.18 to 26.76 dollars monthly, with higher increases for heavy users, while remaining among the lowest rates in cities over 750,000.
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Houston Lighting & Power Company
Zaverd
J. G. Reese
Houston
Reese
Hs&p
Birthday greetings and retirements fill July town notices
Ground Virginia Wingo forms strong friendships and helps friends. Troy Sparks helps a woman across mud. Audrey Bailey’s voice is distinctive. Myrna Thiessen and Shirley Smith praised for poise and smiles. Freida Dabb's birthday sign appears in her yard. Foxte Wright Connes Greenway return from two weeks off. Perry Nine and son Richard toured Texas including Austin sites. Glenis Nail visits McAllen with family for July 4th. Grandchild Laurie joins Deer Park gathering. Birthday wishes pour in for many residents with June and July dates. Jana Myers retires from City Hall at 21. Doug Vaughn Suzanne Katsikas Craig Jordy slated for July 5. Bob Tavel swam clothed. Danny Malone pursues bump title as Judy and Jor Fields watch.
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Virginia Wingo
Troy Sparks
Audrey Bailey
Myrna Thiessen
Shirley Smith
Freida Dabbs
Arbor
Foxte Wright
Connes Greenway
Perry Nine
Richard
Texas
State Capitol
Austin
LEJ Ranch
Seven Seas
Cascade Caverns
Longhorn Caverns
Glenis Nail
Luella
Gary T. Montgomerys
McAllen
Laurie
Deer Park
John Nall
Mary Cashat
Karen Adams
Scott Jenkins
Roby Prewist
Allen Lee
Michelle Johnson
Holley
Bailey
Janie Jordan
Matthew Lucas
Billy L. Donaldson
Yvonne Yoist
Leonel Curllar
Ray Ruff
Kim Davis
James Teer
Tana Cartmell
Warner Bailey
Sharon Teer
Janet Bailey
Joshua Kirk
John Furman
Grandma Berry
Frank Orsak
Thyra McDonald
Mac McDonald
Richard Longnecker
Jarrell
Ricky Higgin
Hattie Jane Beasley
Margo Giebelstein
Rod Speer
Betty Jackson
Scott Hutchinson
Mae Jones
Daddy Barclay
Natalie Knight
Betty Owens
Eddie Thompson
Barbara Foster
Bill McLeod
Bob Tavel
Jana Myers
City Hall
Danny Malone
Wayne Blanks
Jor
Judy Fields
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Christy
Howell
Mapore
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Thews Superette
Sparky’s Cleaners
Bonus’ Burger
Western Insurance Co
First National Bank of Deer Park
van Devter, Furniture
Western 5
Ireworks
Weers, Jane
K&d
Frontier Days
S.H
Omer Fortsign
Houstory
Davis Insurance
Big C Meat Market, Culpeppers Furniture
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Eagles Lodge
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