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Newspaper
Deer Park Progress
Location
Deer Park, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1977
Page
2
The Progress asks residents to educate children about grass fire dangers and the cost to fire departments. It notes hot dry weather the season, prank related and accidental fires, and urges proper disposal of cigarettes and bottles to prevent fires and save resources.
The article notes Tyler roses planted on Center Street esplanade and cites Parks and Recreation Director Doug Burgess saying the city planted a mixed variety about 10 years ago. It also covers a Pasadena rumor about devil worshipers at Beltway 8 apartments, stating police know of no such activity and private security was hired months ago.
Guidance from the attorney general stresses paying cash or arranging credit for moves and suggests various payment methods. It warns that insurance coverage is often insufficient and urges buying extra protection, inspecting goods on delivery, noting damage, and being present at delivery. It also directs contact for consumer complaints in Texas cities and a toll free number for other areas.
A reflective column notes heavy rain and lightning, describing power outages and the fear of storms. The author riffs on thunder, thunder’s sensory effects, and the cultural lure of horror films, then briefly cites research on common fears and phobias, ending with a playful homage to Frankenstein.
From 1969 to 1976 progress items reveal teacher raises nine hundred dollars, school lunch price shifts, Dobbs Elementary contract, and city grants for sewer services while flood responses and recreation plans appear. Several civic items include real estate groups, pool proposals, and notable appointments like Ed Lehr as P&I chairman.
Albert Wilson, a 37 year old attorney, developed presenile dementia and sought disability benefits under his policy. The insurer refused to pay, citing the policy's terms as the dispute begins.
Bryant reports Kerry Jr. pays in a case where Albert sued an insurance company for bad faith handling of disability benefits. The trial found substantial inability to perform occupational duties and awarded 5 million dollars punitive damages, citing breach of good faith and fair dealing. The Superior Court of California decision reflects rising punitive awards when insurers delay or oppose rightful claims.
A Deer Park resident commends Officer Marquez for his kindness after a car overheated. The writer says the officer asked why he was walking, then gave him a ride home. The letter lauds the Deer Park police as the finest and recalls a past officer who searched for a missing cat.
Deer Park Texas mayor R P Linberger writes to commend Sheryl Lightfoot and the editor for a June 2 article. He notes six residents visited after a Saturday effort to meet the public, praising their concern on issues from a city job fair to cart regulations and property appearance.
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