Cheers and Jeers/Oct. 22

Cheers: To Bud Kennedy for the Sept. 21 column on the Palace Theater light bulb and its 103rd birthday. We appreciate his continued interest in the light bulb and our museum.

-- Carol Barbee, North Fort Worth Historical Society, and

Teresa Burleson, Stockyards Museum director, Fort Worth

Cheers: To Bud Kennedy for his chronicle of the 103rd "B-Day" of the second-longest-burning incandescent bulb in the world, known as the Palace Light. It just proves that incandescent lighting can compete with the fluorescent bulb for longevity!

-- Darlene Taylor, Fort Worth

Cheers: To Wayne Landers of Sand & Gravel To Go in Burleson for the patio extension that fixed a water problem at my house. His employee did a beautiful job.

-- Ann Bingham, Burleson

Cheers: To the lovely lady and pretty little girl who sat near me at IHOP in Hurst in September and paid for my breakfast. We smiled and spoke as you were leaving. At the time, I didn't know of your special act of kindness. Many thanks for the happiness you shared.

-- Louise Cane, Hurst

Cheers: To the wonderful lady who paid for the lunch and drinks of eight Red Hat ladies at BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse in Hurst. What a great gift. Even the waitress cried.

-- Bobbie J. Carlisle and the Red Hat Brushes (artists), Fort Worth

Cheers: To Grapevine officials, the Star-Telegram and the public for getting a reprieve for Tee Time. The terrier, after biting a golfer's finger during her rescue from a drainage ditch, was pursued by animal control to be quarantined for 10 days. Quarantine mandate over, case closed. She's home free at the Grapevine Golf Course!

-- April Rogers, Fort Worth

Jeers: To whoever dumped a 4-year-old malnourished mare off Shelby Road in Fort Worth. She was starving, had cuts on her leg and is very sweet. If you can't afford to feed your horses, please google Horse Rescue. Don't dump these magnificent creatures on the side of the road like trash.

-- Stacy Holcomb, Fort Worth

Cheers: To the Extreme Mustang Makeover organization. Created to promote wild horse adoptions, it's now transcended into national competitions where the mustangs, after being trained, strut their stuff. These nationwide competitions have placed 3,000 mustangs in homes. Mustang Makeover is an equine's best friend!

-- Delbert Cantrell, Fort Worth

Jeers: To whoever made the decision to get rid of the TCU football tradition of announcing, "And, it's third down!" The new announcement just lacks that third-down defensive jolt that our Frogs would proclaim to the opposing team. Bring it back!

-- Carla Mullen, Arlington

Cheers: To all of the local broadcasters who cover "Your Texas Rangers" games. They are gentlemen. Go Rangers!

-- Steven Truitt, Fort Worth

Cheers: To the people of Fort Worth, especially Sue and Grey, for your friendliness and kindness while I was on my first visit to your beautiful city. The legend of your grace and hospitality is well-deserved. I'm here on business and look forward to bringing my family back for a vacation. Go Rangers!

-- Blake Johnson, Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada

Jeers: To businesses that hire planes to circle TCU airspace towing advertisement banners. They fly low and repeatedly over our houses with no thought as to waste, pollution (air and noise) or irritation. What a ludicrous way to advertise in 2011!

-- Sandra Leigh Hamilton,

Fort Worth

Cheers: To K & B Clock Shop in North Richland Hills. They keep our house ticking.

-- Janice Higgs,

North Richland Hills

Cheers: To the outstanding volunteers from H.O.P.E. Farm, Christ Chapel and Bank of America who worked on Sept. 17 at the Hillside, Greenbriar, Firestation and Worth Heights Community centers and Bertha Collins Sports Center. Their efforts helped maintain and beautify our parks system. Thanks to Drew Myers for your leadership.

-- Cindy Brooks, Fort Worth

Jeers: To people who sign up for classes then cancel the morning of the first class, leaving no time to call the waiting list. Instructors spend time getting supplies together to teach. They have families to feed, too. Be more considerate.

-- A.V. Blue, Fort Worth

Cheers: To Gaile Robinson on her Sept. 9 article on the Fort Worth Art Dealers Association Fall Gallery Night 2011. This was nice coverage of the event, and it was great to hear about the two new galleries in town. I would love to see even more coverage of the arts community.

-- Mary Kay Elliott, Mansfield

Jeers: To the lowlife who tossed a young dog out of a truck while it was still moving. She is doing OK, no thanks to you. Cheers to the employees of Allied Electronics who rescued and are taking care of her and trying to find her a good, loving home.

-- Denise Wacker,

North Richland Hills

Cheers: To the test pilot at Bell Helicopter who changed my tire Sept. 22 near Alliance Airport. I am grateful and humbled by his willingness not only to help but to do the entire job.

-- Andrea Wright, Hurst

Jeers: To the administration at TCU for thinking that, just because the football stadium is still under construction, it doesn't have to be accessible and in compliance for the handicapped. Regulations under ADA have not changed. You are not exempt! Read the regulations again.

-- Bo Hansen, Fort Worth

Jeers: To the male driver of the gold Acura MDX driving recklessly on the Interstate 20 service road Sept. 14. You drove straight through a left-turn-only lane, were speeding and then crossed the median to access north bound East Loop 820. Being socially dysfunctional doesn't qualify one for handicapped tags.

-- James White, Arlington

Jeers: To President Barack Obama and the U.S. Congress for proving beyond a shadow of a doubt that all they care about is getting re-elected. Their words and actions during the whole debt ceiling "debate" are Exhibit A. May none of them get their wish next election.

-- Larry Dowell, Mansfield

Cheers: To Mary R. Rose, to whom the Children's Courtyard building on West Pleasant Ridge Road in Arlington recently was dedicated. For 20 years, Mary has served as a dedicated, caring and influential teacher of young children, being a role model and mentor for many other teachers. She's also a great friend.

-- Liz Sisk, Benbrook

Cheers: To Dr. Kenneth Kirkham and staff at Fossil Creek Dental Partners for going above and beyond in their services and generosity. You are much appreciated.

-- Janice Lamb, Fort Worth

Jeers: To tea party Rep. John Fleming, R-La., who will have a rough time under President Obama's plan to make millionaires pay their fair share. In fact, and in his words, "By the time I feed my family, I have maybe $400,000 left over." Must be tough!

-- Harvey Layman, Denton

Cheers: To Burrell's Tire & Service in Saginaw. Last month, the oil light on my car came on. I immediately took it to Caroll Burrell. He diagnosed the problem and even lent me his own car to get home. It's nice to know there are still quality auto repair shops around.

-- Angie D'Ambrosio, Fort Worth

Cheers: To Dr. Gudimetla, Dr. Vigness, the nursing staff in cardiac ICU and fourth floor Telemetry at Texas Heath Resources Harris Methodist Hospital for their excellent care. And thanks to the nursing and rehab staffs at Texas Rehabilitation Hospital for helping me to better health. All are credits to their professions.

-- Simon Oderberg, Fort Worth

Cheers: To May, an angel from Nebraska who was visiting her TCU daughter at the game against Portland State. May and her younger daughter assisted me after I passed out during halftime. Frog fans and parents are the best! Go Frogs!

-- Sylvia Grogan, Arlington

Cheers: To state Sen. John Whitmire, chairman of the Senate Criminal Justice Committee, for his help in putting a stop to special last meals for Texas inmates who are set to be executed. It's way past time to stop the frills for inmates -- time to shut down the country club.

-- Joyce Westbrook, Irving

Cheers: To the reference librarians at the Fort Worth Central Library, Agatha and L.G. Swift, for all of their assistance in obtaining obituary copy needed for oil and gas title research.

Great people to work with and extremely knowledgeable. Fort Worth is very lucky to have these fine librarians.

-- X. V. Fuller, Gordonville

Cheers: To the nurses of Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital on the labor and delivery floor. On Sept. 17, I gave birth to a 9-pound girl. I was given professional care during delivery and in my post-partum stay. I'm forever grateful to them all. Keep up the good work.

-- Apryl Williams, Fort Worth

Cheers: To the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and Arborlawn United Methodist Church for a heavenly evening of music. The church opened its new sanctuary for a free concert by the FWSO, and it was much enjoyed and appreciated.

-- Toni Wietholter, Fort Worth

Cheers: To Mike at Vacuum Depot. My new carpet shampooer would not suck up dirty water. When I called for directions to the repair store, Mike spent time explaining in detail a number of trouble-shooting tips. He taught me to fix it myself! Thanks, Mike.

-- Beth Adcock,

North Richland Hills

Jeers: To the Colleyville bakery that made the cakes for my daughter's wedding. The groom's cake was very wrong! Their response: "Oh well, it was our mistake but I don't know what you want me to do about it now, the wedding is over!" Have you no feelings?

-- Carole Beadle, Burleson

Cheers: To Azle Air Conditioning Heating & Electrical. Your company is not only professional, but you are honest. After replacing a defective fan motor, you charged the $95 service fee, which I happily paid. To my surprise, you sent me the sweetest letter along with my voided check. You are awesome!

-- Tammy Waterhouse,

Weatherford

Jeers: To the whiners in Congress and their supporters who bad-mouth the tea party. Thank God for the "tax enough already" members who have the guts and backbone to stand up and do what they were elected to do. I stand shoulder to shoulder with the tea party and 9/11 group.

-- A.L. McCluney, Hurst

Cheers: To the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for ruling that Richard Frame can continue his legal battle over the lack of accessible sidewalks and curb cuts in his hometown. Jeers to the lower courts the 5th Circuit overturned and the city of Arlington for trying to get out of it.

-- Sgt. Vince Rios

(USMC, Ret.), Haslet

Cheers: To the person who turned in my sunglasses and case at the Walmart on Clifford Road in White Settlement. I was so thrilled to get the call that my glasses had been found. Your kindness and thoughtfulness will be remembered. God bless you!

-- Judy Russeau, Granbury

Cheers: To Clayton Reed, Chris Steele and the SWAT Team of Southlake Baptist Church for helping residents with code issues on their properties. Thank you for all your time and effort and also your willingness to help out those in need in the community.

-- Caroline Seay, Watauga

Cheers: To Keller Rotary Club, Keller Lions Club, Keller Chamber of Commerce, Greater Keller Women's Club, LDS Church of Keller and JPH Land Surveying for sponsoring the 9/11 Field of Flags in front of Town Hall. Cheers to the 100-plus volunteers who planted each flag. What an honor to those lost that tragic morning.

-- Kathy Sherwin, Keller

Jeers: To the Benbrook Walmart for incorrectly displaying the Texas flag in the store despite the matter having been brought to store personnel's attention.

When the Texas flag is displayed vertically, the blue stripe should be uppermost and the white stripe should be to the observer's left, per the Texas Flag Code.

-- G. H. McFadden,

Fort Worth

Cheers: To the woman who not only found my wallet in the PetSmart parking lot, but drove to my house to deliver it. I did not know I had lost it. Because I was on a call, I did not get to thank you in a manner proportionate to my gratitude.

-- Bette Mebane, Fort Worth

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