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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 3, 1996
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THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Ohio 1-9518 34-0963169
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(State or other (Commission File (IRS Employer
jurisdiction of Number) Identification
incorporation) No.)
6300 Wilson Mills Road, Mayfield Village, Ohio 44143
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code 216-461-5000
Not Applicable
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(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
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Item 5. Other Events.
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The Progressive Corporation's Chief Operating Officer, Bruce W. Marlow, has
voluntarily resigned, effective April 3, 1996. Mr. Marlow plans to pursue
opportunities outside of the auto insurance business. Peter B. Lewis,
President and Chief Executive Officer, will assume Mr. Marlow's
responsibilities.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
Dated: April 3, 1996
THE PROGRESSIVE CORPORATION
By: /s/ David M. Schneider
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Name: David M. Schneider
Title: Secretary
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