04 Sep 1969
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Newspaper
Deer Park Progress
Location
Deer Park, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1969
Page
1
City administrator notes 1969 70 budget proposal of 1 674 848 with no tax increase. Property valuations certify total 116 621 825, up 12 214 360 from last year. Fire apparatus purchase approved for 36 731 79 from FMC John Bean, low bid.
San Jacinto College raises out-of-district tuition starting September. In-district full-time students pay $50 per semester, while out-of-district students pay $50 plus $5 per semester hour to offset tax revenue differences. Out-of-state students face state-set rates of $200 per semester for 12 or more hours and $17 per hour for under 12 hours.
Fire Thursday night at 121 Irene damaged one bedroom in Eldon Sivley’s home with smoke filling the house. Paul Shelley spotted the blaze, notified the Fire Dept which arrived promptly, and officials suspected an electrical short. Fire Chief Chappell urged fire safety after a Sunday Dutch Street incident with children and matches.
Residents at Deer Park Library gathered Tuesday to organize a Book Discussion Group. They set the first Wednesday of every month at 7 30 p m in the library meeting room with Robert Martens leading and open participation continues.
Bayshore Shoe Service in Town Plaza Shopping Center invites all ages to register for a free matching saddle and bridle. Drawing set for Saturday, September 27. Store hours listed. Robby and Ida Eaves run the shop with 35 years in repair.
Elks club notes close of pool season on September 14 and a long night opening until 2:00 AM on Fri Sat Mon. Welcome new members Fred Walsweer Clarence Struska R H Howell Jack Kennedy and reinstatement W T Christian. Luau planned for September 13 and a nod to George Proctor.
Deep sympathy is expressed to the Waggoner family of Dallas and the Scarbrough family of Monroe La. Burial for Leta Browning held August 29 at Mountain Home Ark. Ray Zotarelle and Linda Scarbrough plan a Friday wedding at Deer Park Methodist Church. Dee and Bud Zottarelle travel to St Louis for Mike's wedding on September 14 and to visit relatives.
Odis L. Chappell joined Deer Park Fire Department in 1952 after his wife Edna urged him to help. Elected fire chief in 1964, he expanded from one to two stations and six trucks, guiding budgets, gear, and response to about 30 calls monthly. He holds multiple state and national posts and teaches Red Cross first aid. He and Edna reside at 918 Alyse with son Mike and three daughters in nearby communities.
Danny Waggoner son of Mr and Mrs Felton Waggoner 126 East Fifth Street died Monday at Luanda West Africa after an August 10 work accident in Cabinda Angola. He played football for Deer Park and earned a UT scholarship before joining Brown & Root with assignments in Vietnam and Africa. Survivors include his parents a brother George of Dallas and a sister Paula of Monroe La. Burial arrangements were pending.
Deer Park Civic Center launches baton twirling classes starting Monday September 8. Sessions meet weekly by age with a marching group option for area parades and contests. Tuition 6 dollars monthly. register by September 8. Instructor Mrs Scoby will meet new students at 4 30 pm and batons may be purchased. Call 479 3002 or 479 1697 for details.
A Friday afternoon crash at 4 p.m. on highway 225 at Battleground Rd. involved Patricia A. Collins of La Porte and Clarence Jack Thomas of Houston driving 1964 and 1968 Chevrolets. Thomas was charged with failure to yield. Six month old Christine Collins and Mrs. Collins were rushed to San Jacinto Memorial Baytown for care. Thomas received first aid and was released from Bay shore Hospital.
Mr and Mrs Eldon Sivley express sincere thanks to the Fire Dept for quick service after a home fire. Little water damage resulted. Special thanks to Paul Shelley for discovering the fire and notifying the department. 121 Irene
City Administrator Clovis Mann outlines the proposed 1969 70 budget totaling 1 674 848 with 1 308 357 for General Fund and 366 491 for Water and Sewer Enterprise. The tax rate is 75 cents per 100 valuation on 93 297 460 assessed value, up from last year. A public hearing is set for September 23 with adoption by September 30. Plans for Suburban Estates development and 13th Street East extension are discussed with cost sharing and concrete sealing proposed. Civil Defense Chief outlines hurricane disaster procedures and evacuation plans for Deer Park under state program.
The Deer Park High Varsity football team will hold its annual Kick Off Banquet Friday September 5 at 7 30 p.m. in the Deer Park Jr High Cafeteria. Hal Lundgren Houston Chronicle KXYZ staff writer will speak. Coach Jim Amos and assistants will introduce players. Tickets cost 3 00.
Deer Park varsity coached by Jim Amos defeated Texas City 13 to 0 in a Saturday scrimmage. QB Mike McCulloch connected with Kenny Madden for two touchdowns and added the extra point. Madden and Stevens intercepted passes. backs Langham and Cottrell ran well. Humphries starred at linebacker.
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