Haynesville Shale: Another suit filed against Brown Companies

We posted last year about a class action lawsuit that was filed against James M. Brown Builder, Inc, Brown's Property Development, Inc, James M Brown Real Estate, Inc & Brown Builders, Inc.
The Browns were sued again last week by Bronwyn Stonecipher and several other people. The allegations are basically the same as listed in the other suit. Twin Cities Development is also named in the suit.
They are claiming breach of warranty among other things.
The attorney representing the plaintiffs is J. Todd Benson, who also represents the plaintiffs who filed last year.
Last year's suit is dragging on in endless litigation, as I am sure this one will.

Video: Congressman King (NY) says stop Michael Jackson adulation in the media

H/T Gerry Mays

The Honest Scrap Award

I have been blessed (?) by Pat Austin at And So it Goes in Shreveport who tagged me for the Honest Scrap Award.
This is the way it works. I must tag seven other lucky bloggers and then I must write ten honest things about myself.
Now Pat didn't mention it, but I am taking this seriously, like one of those chain e-mails that tell you if you, for instance, tag seven people in the next seven minutes you will receive a fortune by the end of the day, and if you don't, doom and despair will be at your doorstep.
I'll do it, I'll sell out seven blogger friends just in case. That's the easy part.
And the winners are:

Alex Cenla's Rants & Ravings
Gerry May
McAllister Family Law Blog
The Wounded Bird
Todd On Air
Vote The Record
Conservative Drink

Now for the ten honest things:

1. I enjoy blogging. The world needs to hear my views.
2. I love the comments on My Bossier. I have a robust bunch of opinionated people leaving those opinions (for the most part criticizing those vaunted views of mine).
3. Grandchildren are the greatest thing in the world. (This goes along with Pat’s #9 – hang in there Pat, revenge is a dish that is best served cold!)
4. I truly love Bossier Parish. I was born here 62 years ago from a line of people on my mother’s side who were here when Bossier became a parish.
5. I love politics, especially Bossier Parish politics. That’s not to say that all Bossier Parish politicians love me.
6. I love Louisiana, flaws and all. It is undoubtedly the most unique state in the union.
7. I have two great kids, both successful and productive. I love them even more because they give me grandchildren.
8. I am thankful for a wonderful bunch of friends and acquaintances.
9. I hate neckties. I am glad that I don’t have to wear a coat and tie any more. I believe that tying a piece of cloth around your neck is a ridiculous thing to do.
10. I will get revenge on Pat Austin for tagging me, when she least expects it! Refer to #3.

Domestic Violence Cases will be prosecuted (or nol-prossed)

The Times has an interesting article about Domestic Violence cases in today’s paper.

Excerpt:

Domestic abuse has not decreased, but the number of victims who report the crime is increasing, according to Shreveport domestic violence detectives.

On average each month, Shreveport police make 95 domestic abuse arrests, Bossier City police make 66 arrests and Bossier sheriff's deputies make between 10 and 15 arrests, the law enforcement agencies reported.

………

But some victims get cold feet after the report is made.

At least half of all victims in domestic abuse cases request — to no avail — the charges against their partners be dropped, according to the Caddo district attorney's office.

Since 1985, those who are abused do not have the option of dropping charges.

But the District Attorney does

Consider this individual:

· Arrested May 14, 1991 in Caddo Parish for issuing worthless checks. Sentenced to probation.

· Arrested February 28, 1992 in Caddo Parish for possession of Stolen things. Sentenced to probation.

· Arrested August 28,1992 in Caddo Parish for Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Sentenced to prison with mandatory probation to follow.

· *Arrested July 29, 2003 in Caddo Parish for unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.

· *Arrested August 22, 2007 in Caddo Parish for aggravated flight from an officer.

· *Arrested August 26, 2008 in Caddo Parish for DWI & resisting an officer.

*Unsure of conviction or sentence in these cases.

Meanwhile, in Bossier Parish

These are just the criminal charges – they do not include several applications for domestic abuse protection filed against him and by him.

· May 5, 2003 Stalking – Nol Prossed

· October 22, 2003 Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle - Nol Prossed

· February 6, 2004 Aggravated Battery – 4 counts Nol Prossed (In this case, the victims signed an affidavit of non-prosecution. It is still the DA's option).

· February 13, 2004 Domestic abuse violence Nol Prossed

· May 12, 2004 Domestic abuse violence Nol Prossed

· May 12, 2004 Domestic abuse violence combined with April 14, 2005 Domestic abuse violence $250 fine, 18 months probation

· February 10, 2005 Harassing phone calls Nol Prossed

· February 10, 2005 Harassing phone calls $250 fine

· February 22, 2005 Domestic abuse violence Nol Prossed

· May, 23, 2005 Criminal property damage $300 fine 1 yr probation, make restitution, fees suspended. After numerous appearances and re-settings for probation violation, probation was terminated unsatisfactorily – on May 12, 2009

· May, 23, 2005 Disturb the Peace intoxicated Nol-prossed

· May 23, 2005 Resisting an officer Nol-prossed

· July 15, 2005 Stalking Nol-prossed

· August 8, 2005 Failure to Register as sex offender 5 yrs – serve 2, suspend 3, 2 yrs probation

Other than hearings on probation violations throughout 2006, 2007 and 2008, he had no more arrests (at least in Caddo or Bossier – I don’t have access to his entire record).

In April of 2009 he did get three tickets in Bossier Parish:

• Speeding 55 in a 45
• No MVI Nol-prossed
• Window Tint Nol-prossed

The deputy who wrote the tickets noted on all three “Poor Attitude”. Imagine.

The speeding 55 in a 45?

· Defendant xxxxxx xxxxxxx present in open Court, entered a plea of guilty, and was duly and legally sentenced by the Court to pay a fine of $30 and Court cost or serve 5 days in jail, to be paid within 30 days. (Craig)

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Flag Etiquette

Flag Etiquette

STANDARDS of RESPECT

The Flag Code, which formalizes and unifies the traditional ways in which we give respect to the flag, also contains specific instructions on how the flag is not to be used. They are:

• The flag should never be dipped to any person or thing. It is flown upside down only as a distress signal.


• The flag should not be used as a drapery, or for covering a speakers desk, draping a platform, or for any decoration in general. Bunting of blue, white and red stripes is available for these purposes. The blue stripe of the bunting should be on the top.


• The flag should never be used for any advertising purpose. It should not be embroidered, printed or otherwise impressed on such articles as cushions, handkerchiefs, napkins, boxes, or anything intended to be discarded after temporary use. Advertising signs should not be attached to the staff or halyard


• The flag should not be used as part of a costume or athletic uniform, except that a flag patch may be used on the uniform of military personnel, fireman, policeman and members of patriotic organizations.


• The flag should never have placed on it, or attached to it, any mark, insignia, letter, word, number, figure, or drawing of any kind.


• The flag should never be used as a receptacle for receiving, holding, carrying, or delivering anything.

When the flag is lowered, no part of it should touch the ground or any other object; it should be received by waiting hands and arms. To store the flag it should be folded neatly and ceremoniously.

The flag should be cleaned and mended when necessary.

When a flag is so worn it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country, it should be destroyed by burning in a dignified manner.

From http://usflag.org

Nostalgia: Saturday in the Park

I remember July 4th, 1973 turning onto Pines Road off of Greenwood Road with this playing on the radio, and a 3 year old dancing in the front seat.
Carseat? What's a carseat?
Somehow we all lived through it.

Independence!

We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these united Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States, that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. — And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.

Calvin Lester endorses Sarah Palin!

Well, he did. For First Quitter. On Twitter.

Before half of the Republicans in Bossier Parish have a heart attack, let me explain.

In the midst of an exchange about Palin's resignation, Councilman Lester posted:

• CalvinBenLester - Found job she's qualified for: Sarah Palin as First Quitter! Quitter of the United States! QOTUS! She'll have my full support!

• MyBossier@CalvinBenLester - "First Quitter" - I could make a great blog post 'Calvin Lester endorses Sarah Palin', would stir Bossier pols up!

• CalvinBenLester@MyBossier - I love it! Go with that! Let's shake them up! Calvin Lester endorses Sarah Palin. (For First Quitter!)

On a more serious note, what do you make of Palin’s resignation after serving just part of her first term as governor? Some think it is so she can spend her time running for president. Others think she will mount a bid for the Senate.

Cynic that I am, I think there might be a scandal sitting there that is ready to explode.

It just doesn’t make sense. Palin has served just over 2 ½ years as governor. Her previous experience was as the head of a state commission and several years as mayor of a small town. To be a credible candidate for anything, she needs the launching board of her office.

I have put a poll on the right sidebar. Let us know what you think.

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Sarah Palin Resigns - Video from MSNBC

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin announced today that she is stepping down as Governor after less than three years of service.
She have no reason for her decision.

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Stormy - Keep an eye on your Tweets!

Stormy Daniels will be in Shreveport Friday.

• When: July 3, at 11:45am
  Where: Southfield Grill, 317 Southfield Road, Shreveport, La.

Pat Austin said on Twitter that she and her husband may go out there for the heck of it. Hope she does, and we will be watching And So it Goes in Shreveport Friday for updates.

Although she grew up in Louisiana, Stormy may want to quit emphasizing that she lives in Florida. After all, she is exploring a Louisiana seat. That is a Senate seat.

From Stormy on Twitter:

• 8pm to 12am is a weird time for a nap but that's all I got! Packing now to head to the airport at 5am..home less than 12 hours!!! about 23 hours ago from web
  
• Just walked into my house in Tampa and received LOTS of puppy dog kisses...How I miss those faces!!! 4:41 PM Jun 30th from web

You can learn more about Stormy on her official website or at Draft Stormy.