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GILLETT A Gonzales man was injured in an early-morning explosion Tuesday at a saltwater well tank farm, Karnes County officials say. The victim was airlifted by Methodist Aircare to San Antonio Military Medical Center for treatment for burns to his arms and face. Authorities did not name the man, but family members identified him as Max Castillo Jr., 33. Family members announced via
Facebook later in the day Tuesday that he was recovering, and Karnes County Sheriff Dwayne Villanueva told newsmen later in the day he had spoken with Castillo and was told Hes going to be OK. According to the Karnes County Sheriff s Department, the blast occurred just outside of Gillett around 4:45 a.m. A cause remained unknown Tuesday morning. Villanueva said the Reader J.D. Pritchard submitted a drive-by photo of the site EXPLOSION, Page A9 of the explosion Tuesday afternoon. (Courtesy Photo)
Tons of coverage of this years Come and Take It Celebration Pages A14, B1-4 and in Sports, Section C.
NIXON Some people like to sing about being Home, Home on the Range. Others take the line a little more literally. Deer and antelope dont play on Bart Priests range, but a donkey thinks hes in charge. During a 20-year career in the Bart Priest shows off the berm behind the steel targets on the 100-yard Army and a couple more years rifle targets at the Nixon Gun Range stacks of tires filled with chipped as a civilian contractor working tires, fronted by a barrel also filled with tire chips. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
Gonzales Main Street salutes winners in the Happy Fall, Yall decorating contest. See By CEDRIC IGLEHART Page A10.
with the military, Priest and his family lived all over the world. But when it came time to settle down permanently, he decided to try going back to his familys roots. After my Dad died in 1997, I got real interested in geneology, it was my way of coping with his passing, said Priest. What he found in his research, GUN RANGE, Page A9
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The renovations at the Old Jail Museum continue to go forward as the Gonzales County Commissioners put a measure in place to get a new roof for the facility during their meeting on
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Monday. The court unanimously approved a resolution to participate in the Interlocal Purchasing System and approved an interlocal agreement with TIPS, a purchasing cooperative serving public and private school districts, colleges, universities, federal, state, county and city municipalities. The purpose of TIPS is to provide substantial savings and best value for its participating members through cooperative purchasing practices. This spares their members from the timeconsuming process of accepting bids and proposals. Parsons Commercial Roofing Inc. from Waco will do the job under a $24,518 contract. The project will include everything from removal of all debris from the current roofing area to the installation of a new roof hatch and walk pad. No COUNTY, Page A9 Congratulations to Brianna Miller, who was named 2013 Gonzales High School Homecoming Queen during the halftime festivities of the Gonzales High School game Friday. She was escorted by Damien Airhart. Congratulations to Nixon-Smiley football Homecoming King and Queen, Garrett Earlywine and Alena Alvarez, crowned during ceremonies at halftime Friday.
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Congratulations to Flatonia High Schools 2013 Homecoming Court, crowned during ceremonies Congratulations to Luling High School Homcoming Friday: named King was Mitchell Mica, while Sabrina King Anthony Perales and Queen Carina Reyes, who were crowned during ceremonies Friday. Diaz was saluted as Homecoming Queen.
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Praise the Lord for the rain; quilters get ready for Leesville Country Fair
It looks like a very successful year for the Come and Take It celebration. The weather was nice. It could have been a little cooler during the day for the parade but it wasnt raining. I remember one year ablue Norther blew in and it was cold and it was that biting sideways rain. The whole weekend was a total disaster.When you plan these outdoor events, you are at the mercy of Mother Nature. Now we have the LEESVILLE COUNTRY FAIR on tap for Saturday, October 12, starting at 10AM at the Methodist Church Grounds at Leesville, Texas. It will start with live entertainment by the Kerr Creek Band, with an Opening Ceremony at 11AM. There will be a Country Store with all kinds of canned items plus handmade items in it. We will have Horse and Buggy Rides for the Kids all free: Animal Exhibits, Face Painting, Ring Throw, Horse Shoes, Bean Bag Toss, and Pumpkin Decorating. Then one ride the Squiggling Wiggly Train has to be paid for but I bet it will be fun. The Happy Quilters have been busy quilting and made two quilts for the auction. Then they made one quilt for the raffle. I think that you should get some tickets for this raffle because their quilts are handmade and beautiful. There will be plenty of all kinds of food to eat. They usually have tamales, frito pie, chili and cornbread, and pies, cakes, etc. It is come rain or shine with two covered pavilions. So once you get under there you can sit and talk, eat, and think about what you are going to bid on quilt that is up for auction.The proceeds from this event go to keep the Leesville Cemetery upkeep and for a scholarship for Nixon-Smiley graduate from this area. The Thanksgiving Supper at Belmont will be November 16th. I think that it is Potluck but I will get the details for you next week. PRAYER TIME: Joe Kotwig, Mr. Bill, Jesse Esparza; Bill Lott, Louise Jones, Sandy Ingram, Aunt Georgie Gandre; Danny and Joyce Schellenberg, Sarge Duncan, Rhonda Pruett, Aunt Frances Gandre, Bubba and Sara Roecker, Glenn Mikesh, Lillie Lay, Maria Castillo, Phyllis and Alton Oncken, Selma Vickers, Landis, Keith
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tine of Gonzales and John Cosper and wife Kathleen of Lockhart; mother-in-law, Pauline Cosper of Killeen; brothers, Richard Sawyer of Harker Heights, Tom Sawyer and Trooper Sawyer, both of Copperas Cove. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father Charles Sawyer, son-in-law James Tealer, granddaughter Ashley Brittian Cosper and her fatherin-law Alfred Cosper. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 8 at the First Baptist Church in Gonzales with Dr. Chris Irving and Reverend Steve Faulkner officiating. Interment followed at the Gonzales Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers were the Deacons of the First Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers were her grandsons: Steven Flowers Jr., Jerry Thomas Cosper, Joshua Molina, Austin Molina, Jax Cosper, Derrick Hunt and Devon Hunt. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church in Gonzales. Arrangements under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, TX 830672-3232. Ricardo Richard Hidalgo Jr., 66 of Gonzales, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2013. He was born February 15, 1947 in Gonzales, the son of Ricardo and Candelaria Camarillo Hidalgo. He was a member of the graduating Class of 1965 at Gonzales High School. He served with the U.S. Army and National Guard from 1965 until his retirement from military service in 2007. He was a retired sheet metal worker and a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local # 67. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church and Faith Family Church in Gonzales. He was a longtime member of the Gonzales American Legion and the Gonzales VFW Post. He married Mary Frances Cerda on December 28, 1968 in Gonzales. He enjoyed welding, especially making BBQ pits and woodworking. He is survived by his mother, Candie Hidalgo of Gonzales; daughters, Olivia Hidalgo and Jessica Villanueva and husband Michael, all of Gonzales; sons, Richard Hidalgo III and wife Lavinia, and Joseph Hidalgo, all of San Antonio; sisters, Becky Martinez of Gonzales and Rosie Hidalgo of Floresville; brother, John Henry Hidalgo of New Braunfels, and grandchildren, Felicity Hidalgo, David Hidalgo, Isaac Villanueva and Abbie Villanueva. He was preceded by his father Ricardo Sr., his wife Mary Frances Hidalgo, sisters Gloria Lopez and Olivia Hidalgo and brother Jesse Hidalgo. Visitation was held on Monday October 7, 2013 at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home with the Rosary recited at 6 p.m. Mass of the Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at St. James Catholic Church. Interment with full military honors followed at St. James Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers included Elias Molina, Clifford Soto, Chon Camarillo, John Rodriguez, Paul Cerda and Johnny Camarillo. Honorary pallbearers included Bonnie Martinez and Felix Molina. Arrangements were under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home, 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, TX 830-672-3232.
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Glass, Teresa Wilke, Linda Denker, Case Martin, Sandi Gandre, Aunt Betty Gandre, Margie Menking, Joy Carson, Richard Hidalgo Jr., Arthur Casares, Harold Pape, Brock Stewart, Shirley Dozier, Marie Schauer, L.A. Lindemann, Jr.;Graham Kelley, Esther Lindemann, Anna Lindemann, Lanny Baker, Judy Wilson, Bob Young, Marguerite Williams, and our military and their families, The Mens Brotherhood had a good supper Monday with some delicious stew that I know Buster Lindemann made with his very own hands. The Super indent of schools spoke to them about the reverse tax procedure that is being used to equalize the taxes and more projections about the impact of the oil industry on City of Gonzales as far as housing, water, sewage, etc. I personally want to congratulate Lu Fullilove for having her devotional published in the The Upper Room, on page 19, Friday, November 15th. It takes a lot of submissions to finally get published. You send packet after packet of submissions into them. Then you wait. Lu handed out a little booklet of her writings at church. Several of us, including Lu, thought that the one about Cinderella was the best one. However, that was not the one that The Upper Room picked. I was told that someone told Aunt Carol Dubose and that she exclaimed. Wow,
we know someone that is really published now. Yes, we do. I hope that Lu will have many more things published as I remember that this was a dream of hers from long ago. Goodness, the rain was wonderful, but the mosquitoes are not. They will swarm down on you and carry you away. Wear something light colored and spray on top of it and the rest of you. They especially like your ears. I dont know what I am going to do with old Twerpt. She wont do what she is told and she now demands to be taken outside to do her duties. During this process she wanders around looking like a lost duck looking at the sky, staring off into space, stumbling around in the dirt and grass sneezing, coughing, and barking. Finally I yell at her Twerpt go do your potty. She looks at me like I am some big intrusion on her thoughts, and maybe I am, then does what she is supposed to do and we can finally come back into the house. Yes, Twerpt has it made. However, some dogs and cats dont. Courtney Watson, has saved a few from their death date at the Guadalupe County Animal Shelter, but she needs to find them a home. Look at her Face Book. It is just a reprieve. Realize that a cute puppy is going to turn into a grown dog. During the process of growing up it will need more attention. It will chew on your purse, your furniture, your garden hose, and you just cant get rid of it easily when you are tired of it. Gonzales Animal Shelter has many for adoption too. Have a good week, and God Bless.
Beverly Sue Cosper, 1954-2013 Beverly Sue Cosper, 59 of Gonzales, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2013. She was born May 7, 1954 in Portis, France, the daughter of Charles and Helen McElroy Sawyer. She married Jerry Wayne Cosper on October 27, 1970 in Lampasas. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church in Gonzales for over 33 years. She was known as Miss Beverly with the Cherub Childrens Choir, which she helped organize 17 years ago. She was a Sunday School teacher, worked with the Mission Friends childrens group and was a member of the Womens Missionary Union. Beverly loved sewing and cooking and regularly baked cakes for the church bereavement group. She worked as office supervisor with Jones Texaco Distributors and retired after 26 years of service. Most of all, she enjoyed taking care of her precious grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Jerry Cosper of Gonzales; mother, Helen Sawyer of Copperas Cove; daughters, Toni Cosper Tealer of Gonzales, Lucinda Hunt and husband Darron of Gonzales, and Mary Molina and husband Joshua of Seguin; sons, Michael Cosper and wife Jus-
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LULING The Carter Memorial Airport was a focus of attention during the Luling City Council Meeting Oct. 2. Citizen Jim Calamon expressed his concern for the disrepair the the airport has fallen into. Calamon said the buildings are not up to code due to exposed wires and that the sheet metal is rusted and peeling back. Also due to lack of flooring, anytime it rains the hangar floor is mud. Congratulations to Luling High School Homcoming He continued to say that the curPrince Zach Lawton and Princess Alyssa McFadin. rent fees to store a plane are not up (Photo courtesy Eric I. Lugo) to current market value. Because of this many people are using the area as a storage facility rather than to store aircraft. Patrons have been forced to do some repairs themselves in order to retain functionality of the facility.
sales and the possible building of new hangers. The Council appointed an Airport Committee to oversee the developments of the airport and report back to the council as progress is made. Also discussed was the Zedler Mill Dam re-stabilization. Council also reviewed the Little League fee schedule and the named Patricia Melton to the Luling Housing Authority board. In other news the council awarded a bid for the annual seal coating project to Agency Construction and appointed a new member to the Caldwell County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The Police Chief closed the meeting with his report that Luling had a successful National Night Out which was held Tuesday Oct. 1.
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sues, the lovely Jade Patek will sing from 4-6 p.m. Promptly at 6 p.m., prizes will be awarded. The entry fees have remained the same since last year, but the prize money has increased. New this year are the Shiner Open-any food item including Shiner Beer in the recipe and Peoples Choice Awards-for $10, purchase a special sample plate and vote for your favorite cook team after sampling meats from the various cookers. All proceeds from the Shiner open, after prizes, will benefit the USO of San Antonio. After the kings and queens of barbeque perfection are named, Los Kolaches will take the stage until midnight. Please make the trek to Shiner for the Second Annual BBQ Cook-Off on Oct. 18-19. The awesome music, tasty creations, washers, brats, and prize money will be there in the lovely Green-Dickson Park. The event is free, so bring your coolers with refreshments, your lawn chairs, and all of your family and friends. For more information please visit www.shinertx.com or call the Chamber office (361) 594-4180. See you around the pits!!
Gonzales Apache fans and community members turned out in force for the annual Community Pep Rally on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Apache Stadium. The Apaches responded witha 36-0 victory over Sam Houston in their annual Homecoming Contest. (Photos by Mark Lube)
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There are an estimated 17-plus million living veterans in the United States. Thats 17-plus million people who should never, ever again cast a vote for anyone who is even in the same political party as the petty and vindictive would-be dictator Barack Obama. It was bad enough that under the Progressive Messiah, the backlog of veterans disability claims has doubled. Veterans health-care benefits have already been trimmed. The pattern is unmistakable. Youll notice El Presidente doesnt mind expending the lives of those young folks in uniform to bomb enemies of terrorists, but once theyve done their terms of service, they become enemies of the state. The unemployment rate among younger veterans ages 20-24 is more than 20 percent. The Justice Department and Department of Homeland Security have sent out advisories and training videos warning local law enforcement that the same men and
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women who once risked their lives to defend our freedoms could well become domestic terrorists and should be watched closely. Not the 35 percent of illegal aliens with prior violent felony convictions in their home countries, not the estimated five million Muslim fanatics who have poured across our borders in the last six years, but the men and women who risked their lives fighting terrorism and tyranny! The latest atrocity took place this week. Federal thugs arrested and carted veterans away from openair national monuments, claiming that the normally-unstaffed
facilities were closed because of the government budget impasse but President Obama opened the National Mall for a rally by illegal aliens. Citizens were arrested for wanting to pay tribute to those who sacrificed all for their country, while non-citizens were given a free pass to celebrate committing crime. It gets worse. On Tuesday, we were informed that because of the shutdown, families of those killed in the line of duty fighting the terrorists which Obama gleefully sends arms to wont receive death benefits, including help burying these heroes. If you are a veteran and your blood isnt boiling, something is very, very wrong with you. While commissaries at military bases shut down and all sorts of government services closed, the Presidents favorite golf course remains open. The Spite House is manipulating the government shutdown in a manner designed to punish its
political enemies, the same way it has used the EPA and Justice Department to attack Texas and Texans for failing to fall into lockstep with progressive socialism. National Parks Service workers have been told to make life difficult for the millions of Americans around the nation who make annual pilgrimmages to celebrate our heritage. According to the Washington Times newspaper: Its a cheap way to deal with the situation, an angry Park Service ranger in Washington says of the harassment. Weve been told to make life as difficult for people as we can. Its disgusting. All because the American electorate told its representatives in Congress: We do not want the Affordable Care Act. De-fund it. And for once, at least one chamber of Congress listened. Now we have a deadline of Oct. 17 looming. If Congress does not pass a measure to get the federal
government operational again, the United States will be in default on part of the trillions of dollars of debt it has amassed. Economic collapse is a near certainty in the event of a default one of the problems of building an economy around speculation and international banking. Societal collapse, civil war, will no doubt follow. And I have to openly wonder if thats not what Obama wants: to have a reason to use the United States military against its own citizenry, to fully and formally scrap the Constitution and declare himself President-for-Life or some other such title. If that sounds ludicrous to you, remember: that is precisely what Adolf Hitler did in Germany, helping to engineer a government crisis and then rushing heroically into power to save the nation. And Hitler was a Nobel Peace Prize nominee in 1939. Give Mr. Obama credit for chutzpah.
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George Rodriguez is a San Antonio resident. He is the former President of the San Antonio Tea Party, and is now Executive Director of the South Texas Political Alliance.
their Party. But the reality is quite different. Republicans have been trying to work with Obama and the liberals for 6 years, and the only results we can see is the Obama Administrations disregard for the Constitution and the rule of law. From his lack of enforcement of immigration laws, to his Administrations use of executive orders to circumvent Congressional law-making, to his ignoring of scandal after scandal (claiming they are all phony), Obama has had his way. In ObamaCare, we have a law that was passed in middle of night, not properly vetted, and having direct and immediate impact on a 6th of the entire national economy. The vote on ObamaCare was also completely along party lines, and there was never any attempt to discuss or compromise. In fact, Obamas own words during the 2010 midterm elections were, We dont mind the Republicans joining us. They can come for the ride, but they gotta sit in back. Senator Cruz not only drew a line in sand against ObamaCare, but also against Obama and the liberals. The Tea Party has supported him and they are telling the GOP to hold the line. How this action is viewed depends on how someone might view the Battle of the Alamo. Should the defenders have left and lived to fight another day, or should they have stood their ground, and bought time for Sam Houston to gather troops? Politics work when two parties are equal and are willing to work together, but there is no such evidence on the part of Obama and his liberal supporters. Principle, then, is the only alternative. Conservatives, and Republicans, must stand their ground for the Constitution and the freedoms it guarantees.
Long ago, Ted Cruz earned the hatred of every elected Democrat in Washington. Now, hes on his way to doing the same with nearly every Republican. He is, to paraphrase Winston Churchills quip about Secretary of State John Foster Dulles, a bull who carries a china shop with him. He had barely begun his 21hour filibuster or, to be strictly precise, 21-hour-long speech -- when he compared his doubters to appeasers of Adolf Hitler, and he ended it roughly a day later with a prickly exchange with Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. The Cruz eye-rollers had plenty of occasions to roll their eyes perhaps no senator has caused so many colleagues to mutter under their breaths in his first eight months in the worlds greatest deliberative body -- but the conservative grass roots cheered. They are desperate for passion and, above all, fight, and Cruz delivered them during his long hours holding forth on C-SPAN2. We should stipulate upfront that he is not going to defund Obamacare. As a legislative strategy, the defund effort is far-fetched to the point of absurdity. The theory is that after a government shutdown, pressure becomes so intense on Democrats that Reid buckles and passes a measure defunding Obamacare, and Barack Obama signs it. Why would a little downside political risk in the current confrontation move them? Were talking about a party that spent decades trying to pass something like Obamacare and a president who was
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content to lose his House majority over it. The Cruz all-nighter wasnt a legislative tactic so much as it was what 19th-century anarchists called the propaganda of the deed. It made a point. It dramatically reaffirmed Republican resolve to repealing Obamacare. It also saved Cruzs reputation among the tea-party conservatives. By spending nearly an entire day attacking Obamacare on the Senate floor, Cruz demonstrated enough gutsiness to take the sting out of his imminent defeat. In the longer run, the outcome in the short term is irrelevant to Cruzs stature as a conservative leader. No one asked whether Ronald Reagan had successfully blocked the ratification of the Panama Canal Treaty in 1977 when he ran for president in 1980. For that matter, no one asked whether Sen. Barack Obama had successfully defunded the Iraq War in 2007 when he ran for president in 2008. Obamas example is instructive: When before have we heard of a new senator capturing the imagination of his partys base, establishing an unimpeachable standard of purity on a hot-button issue absolutely essential to it and beginning to run for president shortly after arriving on the national scene? Who knows whether Cruz ultimately tries the same thing. But the scoffers are probably the same kind of people who chuckled at backbencher Newt Gingrich giving speeches to an empty House chamber on C-SPAN so many decades ago. Gingrich was playing an outside game, and so is Cruz. The disdain for him among insiders will be inversely related to the admiration for him among the much more important outsiders. They will sustain him in a crusade against Obamacare that, alas, will extend long beyond this falls fiscal fights. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2013 by King Features Synd., Inc.
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Probably the greatest harm done by vast wealth is the harm that we of moderate means do ourselves when we let the vices of envy and hatred enter deep into our own natures. Theodore Roosevelt Ive never been blessed with anyone ever bothering to show me the money. Unlike a multitude of folks in the sports and entertainment industry. Where the strutters strut their stuff to the tune of big bucks. For example. Consider the much-hyped fight last month tween Floyd Mayweather and Saul Canelo Alvarez. Know what Money Mayweathers earnings were for his time in the ring? By golly, according to BleacherReport.com the figures rounded out to this: $41,500,000 total, $3,458,333 per round, $1,152,778 per minute, and $19,213 per second. Know what that comes to in dollars and cents but not making a lot of sense? Its enough to take your breath away and marble the mind with the thought of a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Anyway, Mayweathers debt ceiling took a dive. He boasts a debt cellar. A deep one. And in the Texas A&M season gridiron opener what did Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Football Manziel do after scoring a TD. He motioned with both hands by rubbing his fingers to his thumbs (opposable, at that, for an athlete) in the universal sign of: Show me the money! Though hes not in the pro ranks as of yet, he apparently did bank a few dollars for inking his name for autograph brokers. Come spring when the NFL draft is conducted Im sure Manziel will be seeking major league coinage. And some organization will indeed show him the money. But who knows. One day youre a knight in shining armor and in a year or two the glitter just may fade away. What about Alex Rodriguez. The 38-year-old A-Rod is in his sixth year of a 10-year, $275 million contract with the Yankees. But recently MLB gave him a 211game suspension for his alleged role in the Biogenesis performance-enhancing drug scandal. So what is he doing about it? Suing MLB. He says its a witch hunt. Couples can share in the bread-winning also. Consider the first couple of hip-hop, Jay Z and Beyonce. Estimated earnings for the duo last year, I assume theyll file jointly, is $95 million. And Beyonce her ownself grossed an aver-
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Jim Cunningham is a former longtime Gonzales newsman and the former interim publisher of the Gonzales Cannon. He now lives in the Moulton area.
hunt. They simply do not seem to have the heart nor stamina anymore to fight Obama and his America-hating socialist. Maybe next election, we can get lucky and find another Ted Cruz, a man who truly desires liberty and freedom from governmental snooping and oppression to replace John Cornyn. I might also add that it doesnt seem to bother Cruz in the least to stand up and tell Obama and the chief justice of the Supreme Court what he thinks of them, which is not much. Jack Dunn Stockdale, TX
age $2 million per night while on her Mrs. Carter Tour. Thats not chicken feed by no means. Coming in second behind the hip-hoppers was QB Tom Brady and model Gisele Bunchen as they combined to tally $80 million in income this past year. It pays to play (football) and to walk a runway (model). So the happy couple is savvy in securing financial security. I never fret to check and see if my name is ever on the Forbes list of the richest people in America. Not when Bill Gates, Microsoft founder, leads it with $72 billion. Even at the lower end of the spectrum when it comes to the tote board of tacking on income there is inflation. According to Reuters.com, the tooth fairys going rate is outstripping inflation by several orders of magnitude. Children are getting an average of $3.70 per lost tooth, a 23 percent increase from 2012 and a 42 percent increase from 2011. Gee whiz, is this training for a child to become a professional organ donor? Let me digress. With a side note. But still in the realm of Big Brother Professional Sport. On game day, Cowboys Stadium, it is reported, consumes more electricity with its air conditioning, massive scoreboard, and other power-sucking amenities than Liberia, a nation of 3.7 million people, according to The Wall Street Journal. Good grief, Gladys. Looking back, I realize Ive had a lot of worries in my life. Most of which never happened. And no one has ever shown me the money. And I concede that living on earth may be expensive, but it includes an annual free trip around the sun at no expense. Down the road we go. Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons. Woody Allen
Herman Brune is a freelance writer, radio personality and author based in Colorado County.
The funding for transportation would go out as the money comes in to fix roads in the areas affected by oil and gas production. The money would go to Texas Department of Transportation (Tx Dot) with the only limitation being that the money could not be used for toll roads. Brune: Isnt there a provision for TxDot to turn previously paved roads back into gravel roads for easier maintenance? Kleinschmidt: I dont think thats statutory. I think thats part of Tx Dots internal mechanisms. Earlier in the session wed funded $450 million for roads in the oil and gas producing counties. Half of that money was going directly to the counties and half is going to Tx Dot. Brune: Okay, but thats part of the normal bud-
geting it doesnt include taking money from the Rainy Day Fund. Kleinschmidt: Thats correct. It would be spread out between the counties in the Eagle Ford Shale and the Permian Basin. Brune: Okay, so transportation money is spent as it comes in whether from normal budgeting or the Rainy Day Fund. What about using the Rainy Day Fund for the water plan? Kleinschmidt: Thats correct. Now, with the Texas Water Plan the $2billion that would be used from the Rainy Day Fund would be in a revolving loan situation. There is already $6 billion in bonding capabilities for water infrastructure. The $2 billion is for loaning and will return back to the state. The water plan needs are expected to cost $50-plus billion in the next 30 or 40 years. That is a huge amount of money. But with the revolving nature of the $6 billion for bonds and the revolving nature of the $2 billion in loans the funds are expected to be raised to cover these costs in that amount of time. Brune: If theres a town in need of re-working its water system it would be
able to borrow against this $2 billion? Kleinschmidt: Thats correct. And remember the state water plan is an ongoing process. There have been more than 500 projects statewide suggested to conserve and create new sources of water. So also realize many projects will require some amount of local funds. These projects arent all designed to be completely paid for by the state. Brune: In taking money from the Rainy Day Fund and spreading it across transportation and water infrastructure we should consider oversight. Of course, Tx Dot comes under Sunset Review. However, if the river authorities are capable of using these funds they do not come under Sunset Review. Would now be a good time to bring river authorities under Sunset Review? Kleinschmidt: Because the funds coming from the Rainy Day Fund for water infrastructure are in a bonding and loan situations, the state would be getting those monies back. I agree with you as far as general oversight that we havent seen the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) or the
Guadalupe Blanco River Authority (GBRA) come under Sunset Review. I tend to think that with todays capabilities for citizens to communicate and with citizens increased involvement our society has become more transparent. Brune: What passed this session that may have missed peoples radar? Kleinschmidlt: We sent Bastrop $4.5 million for infrastructure reconstruction needed after the wild fire damage. Hopefully, folks will know that the state may help if they have a similar disaster. I also passed a bill that allows college students to store firearms in their vehicles in college parking lots. Brune: Did the legislature do a better job with dedicated funds such as the Texas Parks and Wildlifes (TPWD) Fund 9? In the past this department didnt get all its funds as monies were left on the books so the books would appear balanced. Kleinschmidt: There is a big push in the legislature to make the budget more transparent. Weve made progress on that, but weve still got a ways to go.
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Research oncologist Dr. Ron Shuler, a Gonzales native, will speak during a cancer prevention research presentation at 6 p.m. Oct. 18 at the National Lifestyles Center conference room, 501 St. James in Gonzales. Shuler is engaged in researching how blood screening tests may indicate the strength of ones immune system and how that may reflect the presence of
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SAN ANTONIO - Do you Sage Capital Bank was selected as October Business of the Month by the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce. know what it means to be a Pictured are Kacey Lindemann Butler, Debbie Tieken, Sascha Kardosz, Charlie Gray, Daisy Scheske, Wayne regular blood donor? Hillman, Crissy ONeal, Ross Hendershot, Trey Rankin, Felipe Leon, Sammie Massie, Janie Carleton, Teresa At the South Texas Blood Brzozowski, Kirstie Hole, Patsy Stamport and Leticia Grifaldo. (Photo by Mark Lube) & Tissue Center (STBTC), the majority of donors donate once a year. If all blood donors gave two to four times per year, blood shortages would be a rare event. Whole blood donors can donate every 56 days and can help save up to three lives Kathleen Ehrig (top with each donation. STBTC right) pictured with is encouraging all blood Madelyn Mills, won the donors to make donations Normas House drawing throughout the year to help for a Gator. Also shown ensure patients receive the are Judy Parks, Deann blood they need, when they Novosad and Ann Alex- need it. ander of Normas House. All presenting donors in (Photo by Mark Lube) October will receive a T-shirt and a chance to win one of three family four packs of Gold Season Passes to Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Donate at a blood drive near you. Gonzales
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pledge to do their part for clean air. Prior to Sundays kickoff at the Cowboys vs. Broncos game at AT&T Stadium, Williams selected the winning key that put him in the drivers seat of the hybrid car, which was donated by the Dallas Cowboys. Williams was elated when he clicked the remote car keys unlock button lighting up the new Ford Fusion Hybrid. Ive been a Cowboys fan all my life, he said. Now, thanks to the Cowboys and TxDOTs clean air campaign, Ill be saving a bundle on gas.
The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, October 5, 2013 had on hand: 946 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold steady. Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $220-$235; 300400 lbs, $210-$230; 400-500 lbs, $175-$200; 500-600 lbs, $155-$165; 600-700 lbs., $145$153; 700-800 lbs, $136-$142. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $91-$105. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $175-$210; 300400 lbs, $175-$190; 400-500
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Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $88-$92; lower grades, $70$80. Packer cows: breakers, $65$75; boning, $65-$80; canners & cutters, $80-$86; light & weak, $48-$60. Palpated, 40 bred cows, $89-$122. Pairs: 4 Pairs, $1,000$1,150. Steer calves: under 200 lbs, none; 200-250 lbs, none; 250300 lbs, $168-$225; 300-350 lbs, $204-$219; 350-400 lbs, $189-$224; 400-450 lbs, $168$225; 450-500 lbs, $171-$193; 500-550 lbs, $161-$170; 550600 lbs, $149-$161; 600-700 lbs, $144-$152; 700-800 lbs, $144-$147. Bull Calves: under 250 lbs, $148-$222; 250-300 lbs, $173$218; 300-350 lbs, $200-$230; 350-400 lbs, $167-$228; 400450 lbs, $146-$181; 450-500 lbs, $149-$180; 500-550 lbs, $138-$168; 550-600 lbs, $141$157; 600-700 lbs, $135-$145. Over 700 lbs. bulls, $110$135. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs., $162-$215; 200-250 lbs., $180-$192; 250-300 lbs, $158$200; 300-350 lbs, $157-$204; 350-400 lbs, $162-$216; 400450 lbs, $146-$181; 450-500 lbs, $149-$180; 500-550 lbs, $138-$168; 550-600 lbs, $146$157; 600-700 lbs., $138-$178; over 700 lbs, $128-$136.
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and economics. An underlying theme of Water Reclamation will predominate this entire course, both internally at the well site, in addition to offsite alternatives for both supply and disposal. Unique geographic considerations for treatment systems will be addressed for the following Shale Play regions: Eagle Ford, Permian, Marcellus, Monterrey, and Bakken. Water Chemistry interactions with Gel Fluid Technology with be thoroughly covered, along with Transportation considerations, Regulatory procedures, Drilling & Production Recovery processes, and Legal liabilities. Invited are energy companies, Oilfield & Drilling services, Land Leasers, Regulatory specialists, Chemical & Fluids companies, Municipalities, Disposal Well operators. In addition, Industrial Wastewater Dischargers will benefit from learning how they can provide Frac Water Supply.
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The recently-opened Nixon Gun Range features 15 pistol-range stations with both paper and steel targets for shooters. The range also includes movable targets (right) for those with a competitive nature. (Photos by Dave Mundy)
Marilyn Walker Qualls and her grandsons Reid (left) and Jake Yackel at the Heroes Square Monument to honor their ancestors, James George and William Dearduff. (Courtesy photo)
No timetable was attached to the completion of the project. In other business, the court: Approved the Tax Assessor/Collectors monthly report, which listed $57,842.01 collected for the month of September. Total collections through September are $7,559,508.58 or 97.71 percent of the adjusted and rollback levies, compared to 96.73 percent in September 2012. Approved a 60-day extension on a seismic work permit for Micro Seismic (EOG Resources, Inc.) in Precinct 1. Approved a resolution nominating
Commissioner Bud Wuest, Commissioner Donnie Brzozowski and Lauren Clampit as candidates for the Gonzales County Appraisal District Board of Directors. Approved the Sheriff s Department deputation of Jared Lee Brumme and authorized the sheriff to proceed with purchase of county patrol vehicles. Approved a proposal from Tyler Technologies for implementation of escrow account software for the District Clerk. Approved the purchase of a Class IV motor grader for Precinct 2. Approved a $5,000 limit on county credit cards.
tanks are owned by Gulf Coast Acquisitions. Villanueva said the explosion started in a tank filled with salt water and oil from the fracking process. The fire spread to 10 other tanks triggering more explosions. Another explosion happened after sheriff s deputies ar-
rived at the scene so they backed off, Villanueva said. The fire was extinguished around 9:30 a.m. Karnes County officials said the smoke posed no danger to the community and th elast fire units left the scene around 11:30 a.m.. Highway 80 from Gillett was closed while fire crews responded to the blast, but reopened around 9 a.m.
however, astounded him. I knew a lot of my Dads family was originally from Texas, he said. I didnt know they helped BUILD it. During the course of tracing back his family tree, Priest located a distant ancestor, Richard Lee Priest (1794-1859) a Gonzales resident circa 1840 who married Mary Polly Burleson, daughter of Joseph Burleson, a vice-president of the Republic of Texas. I was completely floored, Priest said. We havent been able to locate the original deed to the property, but we think it was in the northeastern part of the county, toward Bastrop. Priest and his wife Lisa began looking for a parcel of land and stumbled across an unusual listing on, of all places, craigslist. com. It was a picture of a donkey, he laughs. The ad said, House and 45 acres of land free, if youll pay $360,000 for the donkey. I clocked on the donkey and they had pictures of the house and the land, and my wife, she likes to look at houses, so we came out and looked. In short order, the Priests had sold their home in the San Antonio area and moved to Nixon off County Road 173, where they now had 45 acres, a pond, a small riding arena and a miniature donkey with an attitude. That donkey thinks he rules it all, Priest chuckled. Ive got a couple of horses out there, he tries to dominate them, they just look at him like Are you serious? Of course, a military pension and savings wouldnt quite maintain a standard of living, so Priest said he began looking into what to do with the gem of property hed acquired. We have a few horses, but you really need to be horse people to raise horses, and you need a lot of expertise and a lot more land to raise cattle, he said. I was in military intelligence, and a lot of that was classified, so I couldnt make a living from that. But I was infantry, and I knew how to teach people to shoot. Priest mapped out plans for the Nixon
Gun Range, which is now the only publicaccess gun range in Gonzales County and the only one with 100, 200 and 300yard targets for long rifles. I talked with the sheriffs in Gonzales County and in Guadalupe County, they gave me a lot of good information, he said. The pistol range features 15 stations for 25yard targets the specification for police pistol qualification. We have paper targets, and a lot of people like paper targets to see what their spread is and when theyre zeroing their weapons, he said. But we came up with steel targets, too. Im one of those who likes to hear it when the round strikes. The pistol range also features a competitive-flag target, where two shooters can match accuracy trying to move the targets rotating flags from one side to the other. Priest said he got the idea from a gun exhibition where two female shooters one dressed as Annie Oakley, the other as Kitty from the old TV show Gunsmoke, went at it. The rifle range also has several unique features. We just added a 300-yard target, were now the only range within 150 miles with a 300-yard steel target, he said. The rifle range also features an overhead buffer, so a shooter who pulls a shot wont over-shoot the range. Weve had a lot of pro shooters come in, he said. We put a 12-inch target on the 300-yard range, they wanted to know if we could put a six-inch target there. Priest also works with a lot of shooting novices. I dont really teach a shooting class, but we go over some of the basics with them, such as proper pistol grip and sight picture, he said. Priest is also now a certified Concealed Hangun License instructor and will be offering his first course starting Oct. 11. The change in lifestyle, he said, has been a welcome one. Its a different world, its changed our lives for the better, he said. It really roots you when youre not surrounded by the falsity of a big city. It just feels right here.
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The Gonzales Main Street and Gonzales Cannon Newspaper recently held a Fall Spirit Decorating contest. Many businesses entered the contest with naming 1st, 2nd & 3rd places receiving an advertising certificate from The Gonzales Cannon. Shown with each place is Barbara Friedrich, Main Street Director st Place BZs Country Petals - Kathy Zella & Blaine Davis, 2nd place Shear Designs Boutique & Salon - Connie Dolezal, 3rd place Country Collectables - Vivian Wallace. A thank you goes to the judges who judged the businesses. All the businesses we looked at were all so fall spirited it was a hard choice, one judge noted. (Photos by Debbie Toliver)
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E-Mail Your local information to: newseditor@gonzalescannon.com If you need more information contact Sharon Matejek at 361-564-3851. The annual Leesville Country Fair is scheduled Saturday, Oct. 12 starting at 10 a.m. at the Methodist Church grounds in Leesville. Live entertainment will be provided by the Kerr Creek Band, with an auction, silent auction and drawing helping to raise funds for the Leesville Cemetery and area high school scholarship program. Sunday, October 27 2-4 p.m. The Old Jail Museum will be hosting a reception for the countys law enforcement officers and their families. The event, which will include an Open House that will allow for touring of the facility, will also serve as the official unveiling to the community. Refreshments will be served and the event is open to the public. The Moulton High School Reunion for all classes will be held on October 19, 2013 at the KC Hall in Moulton. Registration and visiting will begin at 2 p.m. Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a short meeting. A dance will follow from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. with music by the Red Ravens. A fee of $12.50 per person includes a catered meal and dance. The classes of 1961, 1962 and 1963 will be honored as they have or are celebrating their 50th anniversary since the last reunion. Graduating classes through the class of 1976 will receive written invitations in mid-August-but the reunion is for anyone and everyone who ever attended Moulton High School. Those who need to provide a new address or those not identified to receive a written invitation or need more infotmation should contact Dennis Ellinghausen (361-596-7721) or e-mail ellinghausen@att.net or Tony Janak (361-5968185). The Last reunion was held in 2010. The Glen Collins & Alibi Band will be playing great country dance music at Geronimo VFW Post 8456, 6808 N Highway 123, Geronimo 78115, on Sunday, October 20, 3-6:30 pm; kitchen/door opens at 2 pm. Open seating. Hall is smoke free and always open to everyone. Info 830-379-0506/830-379-1971. The Sam Bentley Band will be playing at Geronimo VFW Post 8456, 6808 N Highway 123, Geronimo 78115, on Sunday, October 27, 3-6:30 pm; kitchen/door opens at 2 pm. Open seating. Hall is smoke free and always open to everyone. Halloween costume contest! Info 830-3790506/830-379-1971. There will be a Walk Class/Leslie Sansone DVD offered at First United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, conducted by Wesley Nurse Shirley Goss, RN. The class is free to the public There will be a Flex & Tone Exercise Class offered at First United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. The class is conducted by Wesley Nurse Shirley Goss, RN and is free to the public. The WIC Wellness Garden offers free weekly gardening classes to WIC participants and WIC eligible public every Friday. Classes are at 9 a.m. or 11 a.m. (OctoberMarch). The garden is located right outside of the WIC office, located at 229 St. George St. in Gonzales. Dietitian Cynthia Green and Gonzales Master Gardeners will teach you how to grow your own food for your family almost anywhere and anyhow you want. Please join us and go home with some delicious produce. Go to fns.usda.gov/wic to learn more about WIC eligibility, or call the WIC office at 830-6727083. Vietnam Veterans meet the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Hotel Texas in Hallettsville. Any veteran serving during the period of 1957-1975 is invited to join. For more information, call Don Williams at 361-798-1499. The Crossroads Equestrian Club meets every second Thursday. New members are welcome. For details contact Glenda Klimitchek at 361798-2899. Need child care? Contact Workforce Solutions. The Gonzales office of Golden Crescent Workforce Solutions offers help in locating affordable child care for those who are workingm attending school/college or in training. You must meet eligibility requirements. For details, contact the office at 830-672-2146 or visit www. gcworkforce.org. Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday and Friday at 8 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Messiah, 721 St. Louis in Gonzales. Al-Anon meets every Monday night at the same time and place. Please call 830-672-3407 for more information. All meetings are open. FREE GED classes, day (M T W and Th, 8 30 to noon) and night (M and W 6 30 to 9), Gonzales Learning Center, 1135 St. Paul, 672-8291.
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Luling Lions and Kiwanis Clubs along with their High School clubs, Key Club & Leo Club, will be hosting this years Haunted Hayride at Night in Old Luling. Saturday, Oct. 12 from 5:309:30 p.m.. All proceeds will go towards their Scholarship funds. Come out, bring the Family & Friends, and have a SCARY good time The Leesville Community Center is having their annual Fall Festival on Saturday, November 2, 2013. There will be drawings for door prizes and a raffle as well as food and drinks. This is our annual fundraiser for maintenance and operating expenses. Any donations toward making this event a success will be greatly appreciated. For more information call Larry Baker, (830-6726630), Patsy West, (830-424-3416), Susie Hale, (830-491-1731). Mark down Sunday, Oct. 13 for the Saturn Homecoming . Clean up is on Thursday, Oct. 10. For a day of reunion, fellowship, and renewing friendships. Bring your favorite covered dishes. This is a day of fun. An auction will be held. The Gonzales Fire Department will be having a BBQ Pork Steak Plate Sale on Sunday, October 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fire House, located on St. Lawrence Street in Gonzales. Drive thru only and the plates are available for a donation of $8. For more information, call 830-672-6467. The Gonzales Youth Center Bar-B-Que is scheduled Sunday Oct. 20 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Gonzales Jr. High Cafeteria. The delicious plates will consist of delicious Beef Brisket, potato salad, beans, and pickles, onions, bread and dessert for only $8.00. You may dine in or go through the drive-through pick up on St. Louis Street. Ken Hedrick will again head up the fantastic cook team. Tickets are available from any Youth Center member or can be purchased at the event. Any briskets left after 1:00pm will be sold for $40 & halves for $20. Please plan to eat with us Sunday, October 20th after church and help the Youth Center continue serving our kids. If you would like to help, need tickets or need more information call Pat Anders at 857-3483. The Gonzales Book Club meets on the third Thursday of the month. This months meeting will be on Oct. 17, from 10-11 a.m. at Lifords Books and Fine Art to discuss Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Caf by Fannie Flagg. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. The Gonzales County Dog Lovers will be holding a Halloween costume contest in front of Tractor Supply, located at 1619 US Highway 90A in Gonzales, on Oct. 26. The entry and photograph fee is $6 and a picture-only entry is $5. Entries will be taken from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and judging will start at 1 p.m. There will be a trophy for first, second and third places. For more information, call 830-5193044. A Haunted House in Smiley is scheduled 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at 208 Steele St. at the Smiley Community Center. The $5 admission charge will help raise funds for local playground equipment. The event is being sponsored by Petro American LLC. The 2013 Gonzales County Relay For Life fund-raiser, Fiesta Italiano, is scheduled 11 a.m.3 p.m. Nov 16 at the Old Gonzales College, 820 St. Louis St. The event will feature appetizers, Italian soup, Italian cuisine and sangria. Tickets are available for $25 and will be avilable for pre-sale only. For details contact Lisa at 830-445-1419 or Carolyn at 830-263-1785. A fried catfish dinner with all the trimmings is scheduled for the next Pilgrim Opry on Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Pilgrim Community Center. Plates will be $6 and will be served from 5-6:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m., featuring the Pilgrim Heirs Band with special guests Priscilla Speed, John Chenault and Dennis Richter. For show information call Cal Taylor at 830534-8499. For hall rental informaion call Plowman Whiddon at 830-437-2316. The Heights of Gonzales will host community Bingo at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 25. The event is free and open to anyone 55 or older or a resident of a care facility to win blackouts. The event is hosted by Excel Home Health, Gonzales Memorial healthcare System and The Heights of Gonzales. The 34th Annual Matejek Reunion will be held Oct. 27 at the Yorktown Fire Station Auditorium, located at 107 West Main in Yorktown. Everyone is asked to bring enough food for their family, and items for the live and silent auctions. Tea, coffee, bread and eating utensils will be furnished. The doors will open at 10 a.m.; a noon meal will be served, continuing with a business meeting at which time cash prizes will be awarded. A live and silent auction will follow to raise money for the next reunion.
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The Sundowners 4-H Club recently met and had the most spirited 4-Her Contest in observance of National 4-H Week (October 6-12). There were many members who participated in the contest. First place winner was Peyton Brzozowski and second place winner was Corben Wolff. During the meeting, DPS Trooper Ronald Holub discussed drug awareness and the importance of making good choices. The next meeting will be November 5 at the First United Methodist Fellowship Hall, beginning at 6 p.m. Any questions regarding 4-H, call 830-6728531. (Courtesy photo)
Free piano lessons for students 8-18 are being offered in Gonzales. There are 10 weekly lessons that take place from 3:45-4:45 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Gonzales Public Library, located at 415 St. Matthew. Registration must be done at the library by a parent or legal guardian and library membership is required. No telephone registrations will be accepted. For more information, call the library at 830672-6315. TMC Golden Crescent Head Start offers preschool services to children ages 3-5 years, includeing education, nutrition, dental, social, disability, health and mental health. Gonzales Head Start is now accepting applications at the Gonzales Head Start Centers at 1600 Elm Street or 925 Wells Street. For information call 361582-4441. To apply for head Start, you will need a copy pof the childs Birth Certificate, proof of income, proof of address and a current immunization record. The Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter, Inc. (GVFVS) is a non-profit organization providing services to both residents and nonresidents that are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in the counties of Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes and Wilson. GVFVS provides survivors with legal advocacy, case management, counseling, assistance with crime victims compensation and other ser-
vices at no cost. For more information, call 830372-2780 or 1-800-834-2033. Want to become a better communicator? The Come & Speak It Toastmasters meet the first and third Wednesday of each month at noon in the Gonzales County Farm Bureau Community Room, 1731 Seydler Street in Gonzales. Whether youre a professional, a student, a stay-at-home parent, or a retiree, Toastmasters is the best way to improve your communication skills. Toastmasters can help you lose the fear of public speaking and learn skills that will help you be more successful in your chosen endeavor. Youll listen better. Youll more easily lead teams and conduct meetings. Youll comfortably give and receive constructive evaluation. For more information contact GK Willmann at 830-857-1109 or Gerri Lawing at 830-857-6110. This group meets the second Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. in the Narthex of the First United Methodist Church. This meeting is free and open to the public and is facilitated by Wesley Nurse, Shirley Goss. Educational and supportive programs are offered. For more information, call 672-1031. Flex & Tone is held every Tuesday and Thursday, 11-11:45 in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church. These are chair exercises using exercise balls, dowels and hand weights. Come on, join us, and get fit. Exercises are led by an RN with blood pressure assessments available.
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Thursday, Oct. 10, 8:30-11:00, the Technology Classes at the High School will begin filming a PSA for Normas House. With our input and approval, they are in charge of the entire production under the tutelage of teacher, Eddie Salinas. If you are in need of a meal, Helping Hands, a non-profit, multi-church ministry would like to bless you with a free lunch. Meals will be distributed Saturday, October 12th , beginning at 11 a.m. in the GCAM parking lot located at 708 St. Louis Street. Volunteers and donations are welcome. Contact Linda at 361-275-1216. Gonzales Hermann Sons Lodge #175 will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 at the Hermann Sons Hall in Gonzales. Election of officers for 2014 will be held. For details, call 830263-0395. A dedication service for the New Life Temple for Jesus Christ (Pentecostal) is scheduled at 6 p.m. Oct. 19. The church is located at 16214 US Highway 90W in Harwood. For more information contact Pastor Wayne at 830-203-1190 or Sister Reba at 830-203-9606.
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Matejek Reunion
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Office 830-672-2845
Fax 830-672-6087
Gonzales High School is gearing up for their performances of Annie Jr. This famous musical returns to Gonzales with much enthusiasm and anticipation. The production includes Gonzales ISD students from the 5th grade and up and even a teacher. Annie Jr. opens Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. and it also performs Nov. 3 at 2 p.m., Nov. 9 at 7 p.m., and Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $4 for students and seniors, $6 for adults. Advance tickets will only be sold from Oct. 7-25, and can be purchased at Gonzales High School, Gonzales Junior High, or North Avenue Intermediate offices. Tickets bought at the door will be $6 for students and seniors and $8 for adults. Pictured are the actors in a Saturday morning rehearsal. They are Brooke Neuse (Annie on the 2nd and 10th), Mackenzie Moers (Grace), Krystalynn Buesing (Annie on the 3rd and 9th), and Robbie Gilliam (Daddy Warbucks). For more information, go to www.gonzales.txed.net/Theatre/ (Courtesy photo)
The weekened saw a plethora of great music in Gonzales at the Come and Take It Celebration, with headliners Bart Crow (above) and Danielle Reed (center). Opening the event on Friday afternoon was Los Idealez (below right).
SHINER The rollicking Southern charmer, Hallelujah Girls, is the fall production at the historic Shiner Gaslight Theatre. The story, involves a group of feisty women of Eden Falls, Georgia, who decide to shake up their lives and achieve their dreams. A visit from an exboyfriend, a marriage proposal from an unlikely suitor, and a few other obstacles along the way create a sidesplitting comedy as the gals rally to-
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The call will consist of a brief talk with a member of the casting team and possibly an on-camera interview. Acting experience is not necessary. If cast, actors will be compensated on scale with professionals. No appointment is necessary, but for more information email heron.productions.atx@gmail.com Vicky Boone has done the regional casting for such films as The Tree of Life (starring Brad Pitt), Aint Them Bodies Saints (starring Casey Affleck), Parkland (Starring Paul Giamatti) and The Girl (starring Abbey Cornish).
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On this day in 1877, Charles H. Howard shot and killed Louis Cardis in a store in El Paso. The killing was merely the latest, though hardly the last, violent episode in a long dispute known as the Salt War of San Elizario. The trouble began in 1866 when a group of prominent El Paso Republicans, including Cardis, W. W. Mills, and Albert J. Fountain, sought to acquire title to the salt deposits at the foot of Guadalupe Peak, 100 miles east of the city, and to begin charging fees of the local Mexican Americans, who had for years collected salt there free of charge. The so-called Salt Ring fell apart in 1868, but the plan persisted, and in 1872 Cardis allied himself with Howard, a transplanted Missouri lawyer and a Democrat. After Howard became district judge in 1874, however, he and Cardis had a falling-out of their own. Howard filed on the salt lakes in the name of his father-in-law and set off a riot in September 1877 by arresting two men who had threatened to go for salt. After being held for three days by a mob at San Elizario, Howard agreed to give up his claim and leave the country, but sought out and killed Cardis instead. Howard was arraigned for murder, but in early December returned to San Elizario to press trespassing charges against a caravan of salt-seekers. There he was besieged by a mob. After five days and the deaths of two men, Howard gave himself up to save the lives of his party, but he and two allies were shot by a firing squad of men from Mexico. Although more violence ensued, no one was ever arrested or brought to trial. A congressional investigation attempted to get at the facts, but no positive action was taken except the reestablishment of Fort Bliss, which had been abandoned earlier in the year.
pect made the location in a pickup truck believed to be dark colored newer model Ford crew cab pickup, with silver Nerf bars. At this time the race of the suspect is unknown. It is believed that this same suspect may be linked to another robbery in the Brenham area that occurred earlier on the same morning. The Fayette County Sheriff s Office and the Brenham Police Department continue to work this case. Any person with information in reference to this crime is urged to contact the Fayette County Sheriff s Office.
The Greater Gonzales County Crime Stoppers organization officially began operating only a few weeks ago and already has established itself as a valuable crime fighting tool. A recent auto-pedestrian incident that resulted in a death has been solved and the offenders arrested as a result of an anonymous tip received by Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers reduces and deters crime, provides anonymity, and reduces
the threat of retaliation in solving crimes, especially where leads have run out, where evidence is needed, or where witnesses can identify the suspects to help bring about their arrest. Stopping crime is everyones business. If you have information that can help solve a crime, call Crime Stoppers at 830-672TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers provides total anonymity to individuals reporting suspicious criminal activity. Crime Stoppers pays rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of individuals involved in criminal activity.
Dedication Service For New Life Temple For Jesus Christ (A Penticostal Church)
For more information please contact Pastor Wayne at 830-203-1190 or Sister Reba at 830-203-9606
The Ex-Texas Rangers Association unveiled a Ranger Cross adjacent to the obelisk honoring Gonzales Immortal 32 at the Gonzales Memorial Museum during ceremonies on Saturday. The Gonzales Volunteer Company of Mounted Rangers was the only force in Texas to respond to William Barrett Travis dramatic call for aid at The Alamo, riding through Mexican lines and entering the converted mission in the predawn hours of March 1, 1835. During Saturdays ceremonies, descendants of those heroes laid a wreath in honor of their forebears, several of whom took part in the original Battle of Gonzales which launched the Texas Revolution.
Immortal honor
Photos by Lorrell Wright
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Gonzales County Sheriff Glenn Sachtleben (right) is presented an honorary Texas Descendants of the Immortal 32 with members of the Ex-Texas Rangers Assoc. Rangers badge.
SALES EVENT
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Lockout Services includes Light, Medium and Heavy Duty Towing and Service Calls, Light, Medium and Heavy Duty Mechanic DOT & State Inspections
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This years Come and Take It Celebration began with ceremonies Thursday at Texas Heroes Square honoring the Gonzales Old Eighteen the original 18 residents of Gonzales who stood against the force of 100 Mexican dragoons seeking return of the Gonzales Cannon. At top, Jay Hilscher, who stages the annual Texas Independence Relay which begins here, and son Trek began the celebration by firing the cannon, with thanks for a donation of black powder from Shield Tactical.
A large crowd of visitors, both from Texas and even some lesser states like Alaska and Michigan, were on-hand for Saturdays re-enactment drama at Pioneer Village of the events leading up to the Battle of Gonzales. The visitors had a chance to learn a good bit about pioneer life in 1830s Texas as well as often-overlooked details surrounding the start of the Texas Revolution.
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Third-place beans. Boomers Sports Bar/Trouble with Second-place beans. Los Krazy Kooks. Jerry Gomez, Third-place chili. Smoke Eatin-BBQ Boys. Mike Zella, a Capital T. Trent Wilkerson and Leann Wilkerson. P.J. DeLuna and Pete DeLuna Wade Zella and Eric Linebrink.
Showmanship award. JDCo/Capote Hills Outlaws. First-place chili: Mommas Cookers. Phil Baker, Ryan Second-place chili. Americana Cookers. Heath Lipke, John DuBose, Cathy DuBose, Brenda Petru and Don- Lee, Blaine Hill, Bret Hill and Wayne Baker. Not picAmy Lipke and Jared Lipke. tured is Carl West. nie Petru.
16th annual Texas T-Bone Cookoff sponsored by the 3rd Place - Team Trouble: Mercedes McMahon, Blake Guadalupe Valley Cattlewomen. 1st Place - Bo Ehrig McMahon, Sissy McMahon, Michael Leger. and Dr. Humberto Rivas.
Showmanship and Plate presentation: J.D. DuBose & 2nd Place - Southern Lifestock: Scott Friedrich, Dane Co.: J.D. DuBose, Cathy DuBose, Brenda Petru, Don- Needham, Marvin Heinemeyer, Mark Yackel, Mitchell Hardcastle, Phillip Storey. nie Petu
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First place winners in the contest included (from left): Pat Jeane of Victoria (People category), Herb Karnau of Gonzales (Landscape), Lillian Barta of Gonzales (Still Life), Richard Makofski of Waelder (Digitally Altered), Hannah Keck of Gonzales (Youth), Leslie Janssen of Shiner (Portraits), Dianna Bartosh of Cuero (Architecture), and Leslie Ince of New Braunfels (Animals). Herb Karnau of Gonzales (right) won Best In Show for this photo that also placed first in the Landscape category.
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First Place for the longest flight went to Carson Reese. His chicken, Jacky Robinson, flew 25 feet.
Second Place for the longest flight went to Alex Agu- Third Place for the longest flight went to Dorothy irre. His chicken, Old Yeller, flew 19 feet. Webb. Her chicken, Crybaby, flew 16 feet.
The trophy for Shortest Flight went to Allison Ondrush. Her chicken, Little Red, only managed to go Joey Edwards won Best Named Chicken for her bird, Rubber Band. eight inches.
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Some of the car show winners: Scott Adams, Bubba Damon, Hoppy Malatek, John Noone, Aedan Wyman, Greg Walley, Hondo Martin, Jean Hendirebs, James Bennett, Patricia Bennett, Larry Krapala, Ferd West, Ken Staats, Sonny Chapman, Bret Bennett, Reggie Wade and Rolart Prurie
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If you didnt buy a hamburger from Estella Olalden at the Gonzales-Waelder Catholic Communitys food booth well, youre just immune to salesmanship!
Check our website at gonzalescannon.com for more photos, including photos from Saturdays parade!
Three generations participated in the Come & Take It 5K Run/Walk on Saturday. Connie Kacir jogged it, Stephanie Schlausch ran it, while Beverly Pirke Any age is the right time to dance to Los Idealez, as aka Mimi walked it. proven by Anna Kate Liles, here with mom Johnna.
Come and Take It also marked the launch of the campaign season for next Marchs primary elections. Court of Criminal Appeals candidate Jani Jo Wood at the Come and Take It Celebration (above) affixes her signature to a petition by the Texas Nationalist Movement to include the question of Texas declaring indepdendence on Marchs Republican primary ballot. Texas Nationalists Gayle Wilkerson and TNM executive director Cary Wise were joined by more than a dozen Nationalists manning their vendor booth and accumulated the most signatures the organization has gathered at any one location in the state in one weekend since the drive began in September. At right, State Board of Education candidate Dave Mundy speaks with a potential supporter. (Courtesy Photos)
Miss Gonzales County, Shenan Owens, cashed in on a chance to pose with the historical troupe re-enacting the Battle of Gonzales.
The Daughters of the Republic of Texas conducted their annual memorial service on the grounds at the Gonzales Memorial Museum Sunday.
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NOTICES
Horsemanship Clinics. November 2-3, November 16-17. Held in Gonzales. For information go to www.knptraining.com. 361-648-
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1055. (11-14-13) -------------------------FREE GED classes, day (M T W and Th, 8 30 to noon) and night (M and W 6 30 to 9), Gonzales Learning Center, 1135 St. Paul, 6728291. -------------------------Job Corps is currently enrolling students aged 16-24 in over 20 vocational trades at no-cost! Will help students get drivers license GED or High School diploma and college training if qual-
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ified. For more info call 512-665-7327.
HELP WANTED
Come by West Motors, 1701 Sarah DeWitt Dr. for application & bring resume. -------------------------CDL DRIVERS WANTED J.M. Oilfield Service, a family oriented company is seeking professional & reliable Class A CDL employees. Requirements: 2 years experience tanker and must be willing to get HazMat endorsement ASAP. Call 830-672-8000. -------------------------AVON Representatives Wanted! Great earning opportunities! Buy or Sell! Call 830-672-2271, Independent Sales Rep.
GARAGE SALES
ter top oven, mens polo shirts, ladies tops & other misc. items. -------------------------Yard Sale, Friday, 7 am. - 6 p.m. 210 Smith St. Dishes, clothes, pans, cheap.
HELP WANTED
Management Position available at Poultry Equipment Supply Store. Knowledge of Poultry Equipment required. Salary based on experience. Interested Applicants send resume to larr ycohorn@gmail. com -------------------------Manufactured Home Sales. Top Builder Opening in Gonzales. Need Top Produces! Up to $120K/year! Call 210-464-4340. -------------------------Now Hiring. Holiday Inn is now taking applications for Front Desk Agent - evening shift. Applications available at front desk. 126 Middle Buster Rd., Gonzales. 830-6722777. -------------------------Mechanic Needed. Must have own tools, experience necessary with car diagnostic vehicles.
LEGAL NOTICES
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THE CITY OF GONZALES IS LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS TO SERVE ON OUR MANY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. THE GOLF COURSE ADVISORY BOARD IS CURRENTLY SEEKING SOMEONE TO FILL A VACANT POSITION. BOARD APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND AT THE CITY OF GONZALES WEBSITE www.cityofgonzales.org. PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO Kristina Vega, CITY SECRETARY FOR THE CITY OF GONZALES.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for The Estate of Dorothy P. Marshall Walshak, Deceased, were issued on September 30, 2013, in Cause No. 9611, pending in the County Court of Gonzales County, Texas, to: Thomas Richard Marshall. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Thomas Richard Marshall c/o: Schwartz & Schwartz P.O. Box 385 Hallettsville, Texas 77964
GARAGE SALES
4-Family Garage Sale. Saturday, October 12 in Waelder. 2nd house on left coming from Gonzales. Metal bunkbeds, baby swing, dishes, childrens clothes & shoes, lots of items too much to name. -------------------------Garage Sale, Friday & Saturday, 8-3. Sweat shirts, jackets, long sleeve shirts, sweaters, jeans, W-C-B clothes, collector comics, cups, plates, bottles, Avon figurines, tools, heater. More items added each week. Out FM 2984, Luling. 830875-9446. -------------------------Multi-family Garage Sale. 189 CR 280 (North 1st Street), Harwood. October 11 & 12th. 8-5, 830857-1508. -------------------------Garage Sale: Sat., Oct. 12, 8-12. 1607 Walnut St. (beside the E.M.S.) Coun-
DATED the 2nd day of October, 2013. Marcus F. Schwartz Attorney for Thomas Richard Marshall State Bar No.: 17867800 P.O. Box 385 Hallettsville, Texas 77964 Telephone: (361) 798-3668 Facsimile: (361) 798-3660
Closing Sale
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1906 Water St.
YARD SALES
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LEGAL NOTICES
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES, TEXAS ESTABLISHING AN ENGINEERING STANDARDS DESIGN MANUAL; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ORDINANCE 2013-24 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES, TEXAS AUTHORIZING THE RATE CHANGES FOR REPUBLIC SERVICES (ALLIED WASTE); PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ORDINANCE NO. 2013-25 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GONZALES, TEXAS RE-ZONING ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND, LYING AND BEING SITUATED IN GONZALES COUNTY, TEXAS, BEING PART OF LOTS 14, 15, AND 16, RANGE NO. 3, EAST OF WATER STREET, FROM C-2 TO MH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Location of Election Day Polling Places Include Name of Building and Address
(Ubicacion ` de las casillas electorales el Dia de Eleccion) ` (Incluir Nombre del Edificio y Direccion) `
Precinct Number(s)
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1, 14 & 15 (Courthouse) 2 & 11 (American Legion Hall) 3, 5, 7 & 8 (City of Gonzales) 4/6, 10 & 13 (Nixon Annex) 9 (Waelder Community Center) 12 JB Wells Jr., Multi Purpose Facility - Show Barn
414 St. Joseph, Gonzales 1612 N. Robertson, Gonzales 820 St. Joseph, Gonzales 603 N. Central, Nixon 311 Hwy. 90 W., Waelder 2301 CR 197, Gonzales
For early voting, a voter may vote at any of the locations listed below: ` Adelantada, los votantes podran ` votar en cualquiera de las ubicaciones (Para Votacion nombradas abajo.)
Locations for Early Voting Polling Places Include Name of Building and Address
(Ubicacion ` de las casillas electorales de votacion ` adelantada) (Incluir Nombre del Edificio y Direccion) `
Gonzales Annex, 1709 Sarah DeWitt, City of Nixon, 100 W. 3rd St. City of Waelder, 300 Hwy. 90W
Applications for ballot by mail shall be mailed to: P.O. Box 77, Gonzales, Tx 78629 (Las solilcitudes para boletas de votacion ` adelantada por correo deberan enviarse a:) Lee Riedel (Name of Early Voting Clerk) (Nombre del Secretario de la Votacion Adelantada) P.O. Box 77/1709 Sarah DeWitt Dr. (Address) (Direccion) Gonzales, Texas 78629 (City) (Ciudad) (Zip Code) (Codigo Postal) Applications for ballots by mail must be received no later than the close of business on: October 28, 2013 (Las solicitudes para boletas de votacion adelantada por correo deberan recibierse para el fin de las horas de negocio el: 28 de Octubre, 2013. Issued this the 1st day of October, 2013. (Emitiada este dia 1st de Octubre, 2013)
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MISC. FOR SALE
Crocheted Afghans, baby blankets, single bed spreads for sale. Can choose own colors. Can come by or call, 203-1270. Green DeWitt Apt. #138. -------------------------Dora the Explorer 20 girls bicycle with training wheels, helmet, elbow pads and knee pads. Used very little, excellent condition. $50 cash. Leave message if no answer, 830-6721106. -------------------------Nordic Track. Great condition. $60. Shiner, 361-5942318. -------------------------HP 2500 CM Printer. Professional Series color printer. $25 obo. 672-7546. Arlene or Linda. -------------------------Extra wide wheel chair like new. Size 10 W Genuine leather diabetic shoes, black with velcro closure. Like new therapeutic support knee hi hose for diabetics, size 3x. lge. cals. Mysectomy bra fits right or left prothesis size 36D. 830857-6705. -------------------------Electrolux Carpet Shampooer and 1 gallon Shampoo. $125.00. 830-8576705. -------------------------55 Gallon metal or Plastic Drums. Volume Discounts. $5.00 each. 830857-4321. -------------------------5-13 inch tires for a race car. They are good for a dwarf car. Good tread, like brand new. $50 total. Call Brittany at 830-203-0762. -------------------------For Sale: Custom made picnic tables; made with treated lumber, with bolts and screws - will make the conventional table with seats attached to table; will also make tables with seat benches separate from table: 4-6 or 8 foot made for your specific needs. Call 830-540-4776 or 830-857-3273 for pricing and availability information. -------------------------ABOVE GROUND POOL 15x30 aboveground pool with deck, 48 high, needs new liner. Buyer disassembles, no delivery available. $1,400. Call 830-672-1106. -------------------------7 bags of shredded paper & various boxes. Great for packing. Call 830519-4176 (Gonzales). -------------------------5.0 Chest type freezer, 2 TVs, 1 19, 1 - 25, 3 infant car seats. Excellent Condition. Call 830203-8633. -------------------------Kohler 15 water saver toilet, used 2 months. Paid $200, asking $100 cash. Call Barbara, 830672-1106. -------------------------Party dresses for sale: 4 short, 2 long. Purple, yellow, gold, blue green. Also jackets, mens jackets, overcoat, etc. Call 672-8034. -------------------------For sale: Singer Sewing Machine with pedal, table w/6 chairs, almost new, hand crocheted table cloth, large, white, antique 3 pc. Loveseat and other yarn crocheted items. Call 672-8034. -------------------------For Sale: Concrete parking curbs 6 long 6 tall plain or painted, 16 + 20 long concrete cattle guard bases. Call Vic for pricing, 6726383 or 857-3827.
FARM EQUIPMENT
Not. 361-293-1633. -------------------------5 Bale Hay King Trailer & Bale Flipper Loader. Load hay without getting out of truck. Video on baleflipper.com. $13,500. 512-5655927.
AUTOS
830-672-2542. -------------------------98 GMC 3/4 ton, 4x4, auto., pickup truck, with extended cab. 830-8574242. -------------------------2004 Nissan Altima, 3.5, 6 cyl, AC, Auto trans., power, cruise, gray metallic w/gray interior. One owner. $6,500. 830540-3382. -------------------------2004 Infinity G35, 95,000 miles. Leather seats, sunroof, great condition, new tires. 512-7754399. -------------------------5-13 inch tires for a race car. They are good for a dwarf car. Good tread, like brand new. $50 total. Call Brittany at 830-203-0762. -------------------------2005 CTS Cadillac, 4-door, V-6. Brand new tires and chrome wheels. $8,800 firm. Call 830672-1106, leave message if no answer. -------------------------For sale: Merucry Grand Marquis. Metallic Jade Green Effect. 22 inch rims. C.D. Player. Runs great. $4,000. 830203-8841. Thomas. Serious calls only. -------------------------1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. Special Performance Coop. The LT5 engine is a 32 valve engine with a 16 fuel injections and twin double over head cams. Call: 830-540-4430. -------------------------Car and truck rims for sale. 15 and 14 rims. Can be used on trailers, trucks or older cars up to 1980. 4372232. -------------------------2006 Chevrolet Impala for sale. 4-door, V6 engine, a little over 17,000 miles. Silver. One owner. Asking $13,000. 830672-3147. -------------------------1988 Saab 900 Turbo Coup Convertible. Top work but rebuilt clutch. Good buy. $800. 830-857-5927. -------------------------For Sale: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - $7,500. 2nd owner pickup with low miles, cold A/C, spray-in bed liner, grill guard, towing package and more! Call Lauren at (361) 648-5049 for more info.
MOBILE HOMES
2010 wind zone 2. Great for weekends, hunting lodge, beach house. 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Large shower, plywood floors, all vinyl flooring. Fayette Country Homes in Schulenburg, 800-369-6888. Open also on Sundays, 1-6. (RBI 32896). -------------------------2009 14x60 all vinyl floor. 2x6 sidewalls, vinyl thermo pane windows, 8 foot ceilings, plywood floors. 3 bedroom, 1 large bath with huge shower. Wind Zone 2 can take anywhere.. Fayette Country Homes, 979-7436192. Open 9-6 pm. (RBI 32896). -------------------------Palm Harbor 28x60 Refurbished, fireplace, new carpet, all new appliances, plywood floors. 3 bedroom. Fayette Country Homes in Schulenburg, 830-369-6888. (RBI 32896)
FURNITURE
Beds & furniture for sale. 512-656-0521. -------------------------Sofa, love seat, dresser and 25-inch color TV. $50 for each. Call 830-8574125 or 830-6722719. -------------------------For Sale. Antique beds. Come out of old Alcalde Hotel. Pretty good shape for age. Still looks good. $100 a piece. 512-292-0070. -------------------------Piano small upright. Excellent condition. $500. Shiner, 361594-2318. -------------------------Southwestern Kingsize bed w/complete boxsprings & mattresses. Good condition, washer/ dryer, never been used, Whirlpool, High table, ceramic, w/4 chairs. Loveseat, cloth, 3 tvs, 19, 25 and 32, color, white microwave cart with 2 drawers on bottom, recliner, cloth new conventional toaster, broiler, white day bed w/ trundle bed, both mattresses, white childs desk, chair, leather with foot rest. 830-203-8977, text or call. -------------------------3 latex mattress topper. Queen size. Like new, paid $300, asking $150. 512-921-2792. -------------------------Hospital electric bed, extra long mattress, excellent shape, all works. $125. Most come move it. Jimmy, 830-263-4126. -------------------------Dresser, $50. Couch, $75, good shape. 1725 Seydler St. #26. Betty, 830-8574125. -------------------------Large Oak desk w/ glass topper and large wooded desk. 830-672-3626. -------------------------New Sofa for Sale. $400. Call 830-8759422, Luling. -------------------------Couch, dresser, buffet. $50 each. Call 830-263-1181.
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FIREWOOD
MESQUITE BBQ WOOD FOR SALE in Gonzales County. All sizes and shapes, ready to use. (830) 672-6265. -------------------------Firewood: Pickup load is $60.00. If you haul. Delivered is $85. Call: 830-5404430.
MOBILE HOMES
Belmont RV Park. We have FEMA trailers for sale. From $2,500 & up or rent to own. Please call 830-4243600. -------------------------12x40 Handicap
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SIMPLY THE BEST deals on new Chevrolets & GMCs AND over 100 used vehicles with financing to fit most credit situations. Grave ChevroletGMC, Hallettsville, TX. 361-798-3281, 800-798-3225. grafechevygmc.om. -------------------------2000 Chevy Silverado. Cold AC. Everything works. $3,500. 830-263-4602. -------------------------Suzuki Japanese mini truck. 35,450 miles, spray lined bed, lifted, 4x4. Needs some attention to fuel intake, but should be easy fix. Great for ranch or hunting. $2,000. 361-771-5483. -------------------------1982 Continental Lincoln Mark VI. Buckskin top, gold bottom, $2,995. Only serious buyers call Pat Kelly Logan,
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EquipmEnt OpEratOr i
Summary: This is a service maintenance position in the Street Department. The work involves the operation and maintenance of equipment used to build and repair city streets, and maintaining drainage systems. This position has some contact with the public and has limited responsibility for preparation of reports. Make few decisions that require technical knowledge. This position directly reports to the Street Director for supervision. Essential Job Functions: May be required to operate some equipment including but not limited to; front-end loader, dump trucks, backhoe, and tractor, as needed for the maintenance of City streets and property. May be required to assist in the removal of brush and (or) stumps when needed. Clean City streets and drains following inclement weather Assist in the building of new streets by removing existing materials, constructing of curbing, and performing hand-work when not operating equipment. Maintaining drainage within the City limits by cleaning or clearing drains and creeks. Placement of barricades during storms, special events and as directed. Minor repair and maintenance on equipment as needed. Repairing streets by patching. Trimming of trees and other vegetation overhanging streets or impairing traffic views. Reporting all equipment accidents and (or) injuries to Crew Leader and (or) Supervisor. Perform related task as required. Other duties as assigned Required Knowledge and Skills: Skill in providing excellent customer service to persons of all ages, regardless of social or economic backgrounds Have some knowledge in all Street and Solid Waste repairs, and equipment Have some knowledge in concrete work, form building, welding and cutting of metal, and equipment operation. Must have some knowledge in the operation of chainsaws and other tree cutting tools. Must observe all safety rules, and report unsafe working conditions to Crew Leader and (or) Supervisor. Must be able to work and communicate w/co-workers and all public social groups. Must be able to work independently and make some decisions Required Education, Experience, and Certifications: Must be able to pass a medical physical examination, drug test, criminal history background check, drivers license check, and employment verification check. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent Experience recommended. Strongly recommend a valid CDL-Class B drivers license, or be able to obtain one within (6) months of employment Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements: Work takes place outside in all weather conditions. May be subject to call outs after hours in emergency situations and (or) special event. Some work hazards may exist which could result in injury or loss of life. May be subject to repetitive motion, bending, reaching, and lifting. (up to 50lbs) Equipment and Tools Utilized: Equipment utilized may include City vehicles, heavy equipment,(motor grader, loader) tractors, mowers, shovels, picks, rakes, brooms, hammers, saws, drills, concrete tools and chemicals, and other construction and maintenance related tools and equipment. How to apply: NOTE: Successful candidate will be required to submit a completed City of Gonzales employment application. The City of Gonzales is an Equal Opportunity Employer
FARM EQUIPMENT
Ford 8N Tractor w/ disk, plow, buster. $3,500.00. 361-2933571. -------------------------Single round bale trailer, hand crank. $175. 437-2046. -------------------------Round bale carrier for 3 pt. hitch. $125. Call 437-2046. -------------------------2009 Kuhn Knight model 1130 manure spreader for sale. Used for only 3 cleanouts. Very good condition. $12,000. 857-5446. -------------------------Want to Buy: Oliver 60 Tractor. V.A.C. Case Tractor. Run or
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HOMES FOR RENT
Brand new large 2/2 upscale duplex for rent in Gonzales, includes all kitchen appliances, 1 car attached garage. No smoking, No pets.
HOME SERVICES
2727; Cell, 820-2632768. -------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call 830203-0735. -------------------------Sewing & Alterations. Jo West. 830-203-5160. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m.
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WANT TO RENT
Looking for a 2 or 3BR nice house in Nixon and Leesville area. Call 830-8571658. -------------------------Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-2844255.
Computer experience required. Applications may be picked up, at the front office. No phone calls, please.
Instrumentation/Electronics Instructor
Victoria College Gonzales Campus Spring 2014
HOME SERVICES
DBK Advertising Local advertising prepared for you to mail. No payment till you see results (You mail). $25-$50. Call 830437-5142 or email DanielKeith667@ hotmail.com. Also National Businesses. -------------------------Looking for sitting job for a sweet lady in her home. Includes cooking and will drive for her if she needs me to. Can stay Friday night, Saturday night but must be home by Sunday at 3:00. Call 830-5193044. -------------------------Sitting at night taking care of elderly in their home. References, transportation. Call 361-2128731. -------------------------Need personal service? Will clean oilfield campers, homes and apartments. Also offer laundry work, ironing and running your personal errands. If you need a pair of jeans or shirt ironed for the night out or last minute event and didnt make it to the cleaners in time, give me a call (830) 203-0716. References. Available. -------------------------House cleaning services available. Reasonable rates. Servicing Gonzales and surrounding areas. References available. Call Barbara at 979-7778710 or email barbarajp30@hotmail. com. -------------------------In Home Appliance Repair. Washer, Dryers, all major appliances, 30 years experience. Haul Scrap Metal & appliances. Call Larry at 361-596-4391. -------------------------Hand for Hire, Odd Jobs Done, FREE estimates. Anything you dont want to do, Junk hauling, Tree Removal, Lot clearing, House pressure washing, office help, ranch, farm, lawn & Flower beds, Barbed wire fence repair, gutter cleaning, I do windows. One call does it all. Call Terry (830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927. -------------------------I am looking for a private setting job around Gonzales, Cost or on 1116 (Pilgrim Road). I have 20 years experience. Please call Emily, 830-437-
Victoria College Gonzales Campus is hiring an Instrumentation & Electronics instructor for the Gonzales Campus. Position requires an Associates Degree in a related field and is paid based on a 9 month faculty position between $3,581 - $4,340 per month, depending on qualifications. Position includes full benefits. For application details see our website at www.victoriacollege.edu/jobsatvc or contact Jackie Mikesh at 1-830-672-6251 in Gonzales. E.O.E.
CHILD CARE
Teenager looking to babysit part-time, infants & small children. Will take care of at your home or my home. Call for more information, 263-2789. -------------------------Will do child care in my home. Includes meals. Any age (Infants onup). Have one opening available in August. Call 830-519-3044. -------------------------I am looking for a sitter for my 6 year old daughter for before and after school a few days a week. Preferably someone who can come to my home. References and experience required. Contact me at 830203-9159. -------------------------Child care in home. I have 2 openings, Curriculum and meals included. Please call for details. 830-263-0058.
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FOR LEASE
5.5 Acres for Lease/ Sale. Cleared, water well, 3-200 amp loops, and 100 yds off Hwy. 80 w/good county road frontage. In Leesville between Belmont & Luling. Will subdivide. Would make a perfect oil field yard or residence. Call Peyton, 512-9485306; David, 713252-1130. -------------------------Land for lease for oil field service equipment. Prime location. 4 miles N. on 183. 2 1/2 acres. Electric, water, parking, storage. Call 203-0585 or 672-6922. (TFN)
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Harley Davidson 2007 Dyna Lowrider with pulled baffles. Blue/Grey 7700 miles. Blue Book Price - $9,440. Harley Davidson - 2009 883L Sportster 700 miles - Burnt Orange. Blue Book - $5,190. Will negotiate. Call 830-8759126 for more information, 8-5pm. -------------------------Gruene Harley-Davidson is currently buying pre-owned Harleys. Looking to sell your Harley? Call Jon Camareno at 830-624-2473.
LIVESTOCK
Angus and Black Limousin. Breeding ages. Gentle. Delivery available. 979263-5829. -------------------------Bull For Sale: * Black polled Hereford (White face). * 21 months old. * Very gentle, home grown. * Throws a predominance of black baldies when crossed with black hided cows. * This breed has a history of birthing small calves. * Heifer calves make great replacement stock. * Can be registered, if papers are important. * Price $2,500. Charles Nunes, 830-2030477. -------------------------FOR SALE: Beautiful Bay Mare ( brood mare) 14 yrs. Excellent bloodline (Three Bars & Leo). All offers considered. Pics available upon request: amazin_grace454@ yahoo.com. Ph: #. 830-560-0238. -------------------------Fancy Feathers Bantams. Feather Duster Roos. Colors, pairs, $20. Will deliver to Gonzales. 512-272-5147. -------------------------For Sale: ORGANIC EGGS. Free Range chickens. $2.00 dozen. Will deliver to Gonzales weekly. 830-540-3536. -------------------------For Sale: 2 & 3 year old red & black Brangus Bulls. No Papers. Good selection. Call 830-4375772. -------------------------Black Limousin and Angus Heifers and Bulls, Gentle Increase your weaning weights. Established breeder since 1971. Delivery available 979 5616148 . -------------------------For Sale: Registered Polled Hereford Bulls. 8-22 mths old. Heifers also, 8 months to 2 years. 830-540-4430. -------------------------WANT TO BUY: Any or Unwanted Horses. Call Leejay at 830-857-3866. -------------------------DISPERSAL SALE. Miniature donkeys (28 to 36), male and female, solid and tricolored, 6 mos. to 4 years. Four year olds may be registered with vet exam/affidavit. Excellent pets, loves people. Priced according to gender, age and color. 830672-6265 or 8574251. Dwarf Nigerian goats (miniature),
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multicolored, male and female, 3 mos. to 2-3 years. 830672-6265, 830-8574251.
REAL ESTATE
payment. 830203-8492. -------------------------3 Bedroom, 2 bath brick home 3 miles from Gonzales on an acre. $129,000. Robin Baker, 830305-2959. Remax Professional Realty. -------------------------Home for sale by owner. 2BDR, can be made into a 3 BDR/1BA, corner lot, storage building. 1404 Cavett St., Gonzales, TX. Contact Jen at 830-4019763 after 6 p.m. $65,000.00. Needs minor repairs. Good starter home. -------------------------4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appliances, remodeled, new master bath. 830-857-6488. -------------------------House for Sale/To Be Moved: 3BR/1Ba frame house, pier & beam foundation, central A/H. Buyer responsible for moving house from property, $6,000. 830-857-4172.
LAND
land with good fence. Perfect for homesite. 830-8574242. -------------------------Lots for Lease. Conveniently located behind WHS (Waelder High School). For information call 512299-1627. -------------------------75 Acres Gillispie Co. 10 Min. N. of Fredericksburg. Hwy. Frontage, Hunting, Investment or Retirement. $7,500 acre. swk@gvec.net -------------------------Wanted to lease land for cattle grazing. Must have water and fences. Contact Mitchell Hardcastle, 830857-4544.
MISC. SERVICES
Belmont RV Park. Belmont Texas Propane Services available. Call 830-4243600. -------------------------Pampered Chef D e m o n s t r a t o r. Host a Show! Its Easy! Choose from a Cooking Show, Catalog Show, Facebook Show or if you need an item, here is my site, https:// w w w.pamperedc h e f. b i z /z ava d i l. Dee Zavadil, 830857-1495. -------------------------Lucky Shots by Dee. Need Family Portraits, Family Reunions, Birthdays, School Pictures, Weddings, Etc. 830857-1495 -------------------------Plumbing Repairs. All Types of Plumbing. Master Plumber. Reasonable Rates. Please Call 713-203-2814 or 281-415-6108. License #M18337 -------------------------No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment.
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Beautiful ranch style home built in 1996. 3 large bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, approx. 2765 square feet on 13.55 acres with scenic views all around. Property borders larger ranches. Recent upgrades include granite counters, new wood floors, interior/exterior paint, GE Cafe appliances, new light fixtures and doors, new ac and water heater within past 2 years. Would make excellent horse property. Has County water. Out shed and childrens playhouse with electricity. Ag exempt for low taxes. 18 miles north of Gonzales off 304. One hour East of San Antonio, one hour south of Austin, and two hours west of Houston. Close proximity to Interstate 10. Excellent deal at 348,000. Sorry, no owner finance. If seriously interested please call 956-202-5629 or email awalker1288@gmail.com. May consider 2 year minimum lease. -------------------------BRAND NEW HOME, 2br/1bath, central air/heat, shingle roof, laundry room with window, front/ back porch, nature view surrounds back yard, excellent location within walking distance to HEB, restaurants and shopping, located in Yoakum, Texas. MUST SEE! $99,000. 361-2938172, Cali. -------------------------House for Sale. Beautiful Historic home for sale. 713 St. John. Give me a call if interested. 713-425-9345. -------------------------Wonderful Spanish style house on 20.59 acres with 2 ponds, 7 horse stalls, 2 storage barns and other outbuildings. Can be viewed at www. littlefieldproperties. com id #79040. Call Tanya (broker) at 361-865-2563. -------------------------Individual would like to buy a 3/2, minimum of 2,000 sq. ft or more house in Gonzales area. Possibly in country. Someone interested in owner financing w/ substantial down
70 Acres. Yorktown/Goliad. Great building sites. Live oaks, brush, hay field. Water wells. Some minerals. $5,500/acres. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 106 Acres. Rockport. Minutes to water, fine dining. Good oaks, coastal bermuda. Nice home plus modular home. Some minerals. $1,400,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 4 1/2 acres fronting US 183 just north of Gonzales. Barns, pens, water available. $269,500. Will divide - one acre minimum, at $65,000/ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 67 acres. NW Goliad. Doublewide. 3/2 with covered porches. Good barn. John Deere tractor w/implements. Mostly Mesquite. $250,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 68 Acres. South Cuero. Oaks, brush, hay field. Pens, well. Crossfenced. $5,300/ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 198 Acres, Atascosa County, West of Floresville. Huge Creek Bottom, 2 tanks, water meter, shallow well, electricity, oaks, elms, persimmon, mesquite, black brush. Could this be your new hunting spot? $2,895 per acre. Might divide into two tracts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 260 to 861 Acres. NW Corpus Christi. Lake, Barn, Pens, 2 water wells. Great cattle place. Paved corner. Excellent for Subdividing. Price $2,750 to $3,500 per acre.
RECREATION
2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. Independent Suspension. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Asking - $4,950.00 in very good condition. Call 830-8574670.
HUNTING LEASES
5 experienced hunters looking for at least 800+ acres for hunting in Westhoff area. Bill Cain, 281-684-0165. Im looking for a 1959 GISD yearbook. Call Jimmy at 361-571-6888.
PETS
Chihuahuas for sale. 1 male, 3 female. 830-491-1856 or 830-263-2094. -------------------------ANUE Pet Grooming. 7 days a week. Hand/Scissor Cut. Small, $20 & $30; Medium, $35 & $40; Medium/Large, $45. Ask for Susan. 361-258-1505.
LAND
170 Acres - For Sale by owner. FM 443. Outside of Hochheim/Dryer area. 210-867-8851. -------------------------17+ acres of cleared
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LIVESTOCK
Horse for Sale. 7 year old mare. Not ridden in 2 years. $200.00. Call 2031104 or 437-2370. -------------------------Baby Guineas for sale. $2.00 each, your choice. 830540-4063; 830-6602526, Harwood. -------------------------Free Donkeys. 361772-7655 after 6 p.m. -------------------------2006 Blue Roan handcock mare. 14 hands. Stocky built. Has worked cows, arena roping. Pastured for 1 year. Needs to go to work. $1,200. 361771-5483. -------------------------For Sale: Black & Red Brangus Bulls. 2 & 3 yrs. old. Good selection. No papers. 830-437-5772. (9-19-13) -------------------------Rabbits for Sale. With cages, with feeders & waterers. all for $300. 361741-2604. -------------------------Angus Bull for sale. Registered JBarB. 3 1/2 yr.old herd bull. $2,975. 361-7986250. -------------------------Bulls for Sale. Black
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SEGUIN The Riverside Cemetery in Seguin will be the location of the 2013 Saints Alive Cemetery Tour featuring historical re-enactments of Seguins fascinating citizens entombed at 201 E. Klein St., at S. River St. There will be two tours, one at 1:30 and one at 3:30 on Sunday October 27, 2013 during Pecan Fest. The ladies of the local Federated Womens Clubs have selected the tours as their fundraiser to help preserve the Federated Club Rooms (the first Club House ever built in Texas for the use of club women) located at 432 N. River St. and Ireland in Seguin. The tours are a delightful afternoon of fascinating presentations at the site of the eight cemetery memorials. The history of Seguin and the people who lived there come to life as each saint of Seguin is portrayed by a local actor or actress, some of them actually descendants of the historical figures. One such portrayal will be of Mary B. Erskine, a beloved school teacher and
principal of the first Seguin High School opened in 1892 to house all grades. Born in 1866 just east of Seguin in Belmont; Miss Mamie as she was called by her students, grew up first on the Capote Ranch then in her family home on Nolte Street. A dedicated teacher and disciplinarian, her love for her country and her state
was evident in her teachings and one of her favorite phrases was just and right. Her death in 1926 was honored throughout the town and her life of service to the children of Seguin was memorialized when the building that housed the first school was named for her. Brandi Midkiff will portray Mary Erskine.
The other saints that will be featured are Rev. Robert Carley (a priest at St. Andrews Church), Karl Dietz (early German businessman and brother to Louis who built the Doll House for the Orphan Train child), Calvin Williams (who raised Smoky Joe), Anna Maria Penn Ireland (a first lady of Texas), French
Smith (among first settlers of Seguin and Texas Ranger), Juana Bravo Sanchez (Mexican immigrant whose family became successful entrepreneurs) and Emma Seligmann Krezdorn (her father was one of the most successful Jewish businessmen and her husband was the famed local jeweler) . Tickets are $10 and all
proceeds will benefit the preservation of the Federated Clubhouse. Tickets will be available at Gift and Gourmet, Cascades, Seguin Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Chamber, Silver Center, from members of the clubs and at the gate. For more information contact Sudy Bruns at 830-3054379.
NOTICE OF ELECTION
STATE OF TEXAS COUNTIES OF GONZALES AND CALDWELL GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
TO THE RESIDENT, QUALIFIED VOTERS OF GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: TAKE NOTICE that an election will be held in Gonzales Independent School District, in obedience to an order, as amended and restated, duly entered by the Board of Trustees of the Gonzales Independent School District, which order reads substantially as follows: WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees (the Board) of the Gonzales Independent School District (the District) has, among others, the power to issue bonds for the construction, acquisition and equipment of school buildings in the District (including the rehabilitation, renovation and improvement thereof) and the purchase of the necessary sites for school buildings and the purchase of new school buses; and WHEREAS, the Board has determined that it is necessary and convenient to call and conduct an election to obtain voter authorization for the issuance of such bonds IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT: Section 1. Call of Election; Date; Eligible Electors; and Hours. An election (the Election) shall be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, which is seventy one (71) or more days from the date of the adoption of this order, within and throughout the territory of the District at which all resident, qualified electors of the District shall be entitled to vote. The Board hereby finds that holding the Election on such date is in the public interest. The hours during which the polling places are to be open at the Election shall be from 7:00 oclock a.m. to 7:00 oclock p.m. Section 2. Voting Precincts; Polling Places; Election Officers. Except as otherwise provided herein, the voting precincts for the Election and the boundaries thereof, the polling places, the precinct judges and alternate judges for the voting precincts are hereby established as follows: the voting precincts, polling places, precinct judges and alternative judges for the Election shall be as determined by the Board of Trustees. Such precincts and polling places are further identified on Exhibit A hereto. In the event that the Superintendent shall determine from time to time (a) the polling places hereby established and designated shall become unavailable or unsuitable for such use, or it would be in the Districts best interests to relocate the polling places or add additional polling places, or (b) that a precinct judge or alternate judge hereby appointed or hereinafter designated shall become unqualified or unavailable, or that additional precinct judges or alternate judges are required, the Superintendent is hereby authorized to designate and appoint in writing substitute or additional polling places, precinct judges or alternate judges, giving such notice as is required by the Election Code and as deemed sufficient. Section 3. Proposition. At the Election there shall be submitted to the resident, qualified electors of the District the following propositions (the Propositions): PROPOSITION 1 SHALL THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (THE BOARD) OF THE GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (THE DISTRICT) BE AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF THE DISTRICT, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES OR INSTALLMENTS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $21,585,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS, WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO IMPROVEMENTS AND EXPANSIONS AT CERTAIN EXISTING CAMPUSES AND THE PURCHASE OF AN EXISTING FACILITY FOR A NEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS, WHICH BONDS SHALL MATURE, BEAR INTEREST AND BE ISSUED AND SOLD IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE; AND SHALL THE BOARD BE AUTHORIZED TO LEVY AND PLEDGE, AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND COLLECTED, ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE DISTRICT SUFFICIENT, WITHOUT LIMIT AS TO RATE OR AMOUNT, TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS AS THEY BECOME DUE, AND THE COSTS OF ANY CREDIT AGREEMENTS EXECUTED IN ANTICIPATION OF, RELATED TO, OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE BONDS, ALL AS AUTHORIZED BY THE CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS, INCLUDING PARTICULARLY (BUT NOT BY WAY OF LIMITATION) SUBCHAPTER A OF CHAPTER 45, TEXAS EDUCATION CODE, AND CHAPTER 1371, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, TOGETHER WITH ALL AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS THERETO, AND OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA? PROPOSITION 2 SHALL THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (THE BOARD) OF THE GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (THE DISTRICT) BE AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF THE DISTRICT, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES OR INSTALLMENTS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,400,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES, WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO BUS BARN IMPROVEMENTS, THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES AND THE PURCHASE OF LAND AND FACILITIES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS, WHICH BONDS SHALL MATURE, BEAR INTEREST AND BE ISSUED AND SOLD IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE; AND SHALL THE BOARD BE AUTHORIZED TO LEVY AND PLEDGE, AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND COLLECTED, ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE DISTRICT SUFFICIENT, WITHOUT LIMIT AS TO RATE OR AMOUNT, TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS AS THEY BECOME DUE, AND THE COSTS OF ANY CREDIT AGREEMENTS EXECUTED IN ANTICIPATION OF, RELATED TO, OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE BONDS, ALL AS AUTHORIZED BY THE CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS, INCLUDING PARTICULARLY (BUT NOT BY WAY OF LIMITATION) SUBCHAPTER A OF CHAPTER 45, TEXAS EDUCATION CODE, AND CHAPTER 1371, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, TOGETHER WITH ALL AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS THERETO, AND OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA? Section 4. Ballots. The ballots shall conform to the requirements of the Election Code and shall have written or printed thereon the following: OFFICIAL BALLOT PROPOSITION 1 [ ] FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $21,585,000 SCHOOL BUILDING BONDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS, WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO IMPROVEMENTS AND EXPANSIONS AT CERTAIN EXISTING CAMPUSES AND THE PURCHASE OF AN EXISTING FACILITY FOR A NEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS, AND THE LEVYING OF THE TAX IN PAYMENT THEREOF [ ] AGAINST PROPOSITION 2 [ ] FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $3,400,000 SCHOOL BUILDING BONDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES, WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO BUS BARN IMPROVEMENTS, THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES AND THE PURCHASE OF LAND AND FACILITIES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS, AND THE LEVYING OF THE TAX IN PAYMENT THEREOF [ ] AGAINST Section 5. Voting. Voting in the Election, including early voting, shall be by the voting system adopted by the Board of Trustees. Each voter desiring to vote in favor of a Proposition shall mark the ballot indicating FOR such Proposition, and each voter desiring to vote against a Proposition shall mark the ballot indicating AGAINST such Proposition. Voting shall be in accordance with the Election Code. Section 6. Early Voting. Early voting shall be conducted at the main early voting polling place from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2013, through Friday October 25, 2013, from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday October 28, 2013 and Tuesday, October 29, 2013 and from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, through Friday November 1, 2013. The Board hereby establishes the District Staff Development Center located behind Gonzales Independent School District Administration Building, 926 St. Lawrence Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629, as the main early voting polling place. In addition to the main early voting polling place, early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted at the temporary branch polling places on the dates and during the times indicated on Exhibit B hereto. The Board hereby appoints Amanda Reed as the early voting clerk and Margaret Zella as the deputy early voting clerk. The mailing address to which ballot applications and ballots voted by mail may be sent is as follows: Early Voting Clerk, Gonzales Independent School District Administration Building, 926 St. Lawrence Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629. The early voting clerk shall keep the offices open for early voting during the hours described above. For the use of those voters who are entitled by law to vote early by mail, the early voting clerk shall provide each voter with a ballot with instructions to mark the ballot indicating his or her vote FOR or AGAINST the Proposition. The Board hereby appoints Leticia Cenotti as the presiding judge of the special early voting ballot board to count and return early voting ballots in accordance with the Election Code. The presiding judge shall appoint two election clerks, and such judge and clerks shall constitute the special early voting ballot board and shall perform the duties set forth for such board in the Election Code. PASSED AND APPROVED August 12, 2013. /s/ Glenn Menking President, Board of Trustees Gonzales Independent School District
Mary B. Erskine
ATTEST: /s/ Josie Smith-Wright Secretary, Board of Trustees Gonzales Independent School District
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SAN ANTONIO Today, the Alamo and the Texas General Land Office announced the long-awaited
follow-up to the highly successful Travis Letter exhibit with an exhibition of rare, original Spanish documents dating back to the foundation of the Alamo, and the mission system in San Antonio,
in the 1700s. Alamo Origins: The Birth of Spanish Texas will open in the historic Alamo church on September 6 and run through December. The exhibit is free and open to the
public. It is considered one of the first, large-scale public exhibits at the Alamo to specifically examine the origins of the Alamo and the Spanish mission system and their roles in the creation of Texas.
Everyone remembers the Fall of the Alamo in 1836, said Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson, but we want you to learn about the Rise of the Alamo that started in 1718. The story
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ESTADO DE TEXAS CONDADOS DE GONZLES Y CALDWELL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE GONZLES A LOS RESIDENTES, VOTANTES CALIFICADOS DEL DISTRTITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE GONZLES; SE LES AVISA que habr elecciones en el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles, con el fin de obedecer una orden, ratificada y debidamente registrada por la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles, la cual se lee considerablemente como sigue: CONSIDERANDO, que la Junta Directiva (la Junta) del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles (el Distrito) tiene, entre otros, el poder de expedir bonos para la construccin, adquisicin, y equipo para los edificios en el distrito (incluyendo la rehabilitacin, renovacin y mejora de los mismos edificios); y la compra necesaria de los sitios para los edificios y los autobuses nuevos, y CONSIDERANDO, que la Junta, ha determinado que es necesario y conveniente llamar y conducir una eleccin para obtener la autorizacin de los votantes para emitir dichos bonos SE ORDENA, POR LO TANTO, DE PARTE DE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE GONZLES QUE: Seccin 1. Llamado a Eleccin; Fecha; Elector Idneo; y Hora. Una eleccin (la Eleccin) se realizar el martes, 5 de noviembre del 2013, la cual ser setenta y un (71) o ms das desde la fecha de adopcin de esta orden, dentro y a lo largo del territorio del distrito al cual todos los votantes residentes e idneos tendrn el derecho a votar. La Junta ha reconocido que esta fecha es de inters pblico. Las horas durante las cuales los sitios de votacin estarn abiertos sern de 7:00 a.m. hasta las 7:00 p.m. Seccin 2. Sitios de Votacin; Oficiales Electorales. Excepto donde se indique en este documento, los sitios de Votacin y sus fronteras, los lugares de encuestas, los jueces y jueces alternos de los sitios electorales, se establecen como sigue: los sitios de votacin y sus fronteras, los lugares de encuestas, los jueces y jueces alternos de los sitios electorales sern determinados por la Junta Directiva. Tales sitios de votacin sern ms claramente identificados en la Tabla A. En el caso que la Superintendente determine de vez en cuando: (a) que los sitios de votacin aqu establecidos y designados no estn disponibles o no sean apropiados para tal uso; o que sera mejor para el bienestar del Distrito cambiar el lugar de la votacin o agregar sitios de votacin adicionales, o (b) que el juez o juez alterno del sitio de votacin elegido(s) o posteriormente designado(s) no estn debidamente calificado(s) o disponible(s), o que se necesiten jueces o jueces alternos adicionales, la Superintendente estar autorizada para designar o nombrar substitutos, o sitios de votacin adicionales, jueces o jueces alternos, por escrito y dando el debido aviso que se requiera por el Cdigo de Eleccin. 79185043.1 Seccin 3. Proposicin. Durante la Eleccin, deber serle presentado a los electores residentes e idneos del Distrito las siguientes proposiciones (las Proposiciones): PROPOSICIN 1 EN EL CASO DE QUE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA (LA JUNTA) DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE GONZLES (EL DISTRITO) SEA AUTORIZADA PARA EXPEDIR BONOS DEL DISTRITO, EN UNA O MS SERIE(S) DE PLAZOS O CUOTAS, POR LA CANTIDAD DE $21,585,000 PARA LA CONSTRUCCIN, ADQUISICIN Y EQUIPO DE LOS EDIFICIOS DEL DISTRITO (INCLUYENDO LA REHABILITACIN, RENOVACIN, EXPANSIN, MEJORAS DE LOS MISMOS EDIFICIOS) Y LA COMPRA NECESARIA PARA LOS EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES, DANDO PRIORIDAD A MEJORAS Y EXPANSIONES A CIERTOS CAMPUSES EXISTENTES Y LA COMPRA DE PROPIEDADES EXISTENTES PARA UN CAMPUS DE EDUCACIN DE EDAD TEMPRANA, CUYOS BONOS MADURARN, CARGARN INTERESES, SERN EMITIDOS Y VENDIDOS DE ACUERDO CON LAS LEYES AL MOMENTO DE LA EMISIN DE ESTOS BONOS; EN EL CASO QUE LA JUNTA SEA AUTORIZADA PARA SOLICITAR LA RECAUDACIN Y PROMESA FISCAL , Y RESULTE EN LA APLICACIN Y COLECTA DE IMPUESTOS ANUALES Y PROPORCIONALES AL VALOR (AD VALOREM) SOBRE TODAS LAS PROPIEDADES QUE CALIFIQUEN, SIN LMITE DE CANTIDAD NI TASA DE IMPUESTO, PARA EL PAGO DEL PRINCIPAL MS LOS INTERESES DEL BONO CUANDO ESTN POR VENCER, Y LOS COSTOS DE CUALQUIER ACUERDO DE CRDITO QUE SE HAGA EN ANTICIPACIN A, RELACIONADO CON, O CONECTADO CON LOS BONOS, TODO AUTORIZADO POR LA CONSTITUCIN Y LEYES DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, INCLUYENDO PARTICULARMENTE (PERO NO LIMITADO A) EL SUBCAPTULO DEL CAPTULO 45, DEL CDIGO DE EDUCACIN DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, Y EL CAPTULO 1371, DE EL CDIGO DEL GOBIERNO DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, JUNTO A TODAS LAS ENMIENDAS A ELLAS, Y A LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMRICA. PROPOSICIN 2 EN EL CASO QUE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA (LA JUNTA) DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE GONZLES (EL DISTRITO) SEA AUTORIZADA PARA EXPEDIR BONOS DEL DISTRITO, EN UNA O MS SERIE(S) DE PLAZOS O CUOTAS, EN LA CANTIDAD DE $3,400,000 PARA LA CONSTRUCCIN, ADQUISICIN Y EQUIPO PARA LOS EDIFICIOS DEL DISTRITO (INCLUYENDO LA REHABILITACIN, RENOVACIN, EXPANSIN, Y MEJORAS DE LOS MISMOS EDIFICIOS) Y LA COMPRA DE LOS SITIOS NECESARIOS PARA LOS EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES Y A LA COMPRA DE AUTOBUSES NUEVOS DANDO PRIORIDAD A LAS MEJORAS AL SITIO DONDE SE ESTACIONAN LOS AUTOBUSES, A LA COMPRA DE AUTOBUSES NUEVOS Y A LA COMPRA DE TERRENO Y EDIFICIOS PARA LAS ESCUELAS, CUYOS BONOS MADURARN, CARGARN INTERESES, SERN EMITIDOS Y VENDIDOS DE ACUERDO CON LAS LEYES AL MOMENTO DE LA EMISIN DE ESTOS BONOS; Y EN EL CASO DE QUE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA DECIDA SOLICITAR UNA RECAUDACIN Y PROMESA FISCAL , Y RESULTE EN LA APLICACIN Y COLECTA DE IMPUESTOS ANUALES Y PROPORCIONALES AL VALOR (AD VALOREM) SOBRE TODAS LAS PROPIEDADES QUE CALIFIQUEN, SIN LMITE DE CANTIDAD NI TASA DE IMPUESTO, PARA EL PAGO DEL PRINCIPAL MS LOS INTERESES DEL BONO CUANDO ESTN POR VENCER, Y LOS COSTOS DE CUALQUIER ACUERDO DE CRDITO QUE SE HAGA EN ANTICIPACIN A, RELACIONADO CON, O CONECTADO CON LOS BONOS, TODO EST AUTORIZADO POR LA CONSTITUCIN Y LEYES DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, INCLUYENDO PARTICULARMENTE (PERO NO LIMITADO) EL SUBCAPTULO DEL CAPTULO 45, DEL CDIGO DE EDUCACIN DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, Y EL CAPTULO 1371 DE EL CDIGO DEL GOBIERNO DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, JUNTO A TODAS LAS ENMIENDAS A ELLAS, Y A LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMRICA. 79185043.1 Seccin 4. Boletas. Las boletas debern cumplir con los requerimientos del Cdigo de Eleccin y deben tener escritas o impresas en ella lo siguiente: BOLETA OFICIAL PROPOSICIN 1 [ ] A FAVOR LA EMISIN DE BONOS ESCOLARES POR LA CANTIDAD DE $21,585,000 PARA LA CONSTRUCCIN, ADQUISICIN Y EQUIPO DE EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES EN EL DISTRITO (INCLUYENDO LA REHABILITACIN, RENOVACIN, Y MEJORAS DE LOS MISMOS) Y LA COMPRA DE LOS SITIOS NECESARIOS PARA EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES, DANDO PRIORIDAD A LAS MEJORAS Y EXPANSIONES EN CIERTOS EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES EXISTENTES Y LA COMPRA DE UN EDIFICIO PARA UN CAMPUS DE EDAD TEMPRANA, Y LA RECAUDACIN DE LOS IMPUESTOS PARA PAGARLOS [ ] EN CONTRA PROPOSICIN 2 [ ] A FAVOR LA EMISIN DE BONOS ESCOLARES POR LA CANTIDAD DE $3,400,000 PARA LA CONSTRUCCIN, ADQUISICIN Y EQUIPO DE EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES EN EL DISTRITO (INCLUYENDO LA REHABILITACIN, RENOVACIN, Y MEJORAS DE LOS MISMOS) Y LA COMPRA DE LOS SITIOS NECESARIOS PARA EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES Y LA COMPRA DE AUTOBUSES NUEVOS, DANDO PRIORIDAD A LAS MEJORAS AL SITIO DONDE SE ESTACIONAN LOS AUTOBUSES, LA COMPRA DE AUTOBUSES NUEVOS Y LA COMPRA DE TERRENO Y EDICIFIOS PARA ESCUELAS, Y LA RECAUDACIN DE LOS IMPUESTOS PARA PAGARLOS [ ] EN CONTRA 79185043.1 Seccin 5. Votacin. Para votar en la Eleccin, incluyendo la votacin temprana, se seguir el sistema de votacin adoptado por la Junta Directiva. Cada votante que desee votar en favor a una Proposicin, tendr que marcar la boleta indicando A FAVOR (FOR en ingls), y cada votante que desee votar en contra de una Proposicin, tendr que marcar la boleta indicando EN CONTRA (AGAINST en ingls), esto de acuerdo al Cdigo de Eleccin. Seccin 6. Votacin Temprana. La votacin temprana se llevar a cabo en el sitio principal designado desde las 8:00 a.m. hasta las 4:00 p.m., del lunes, 21 de octubre del 2013 hasta el viernes 25 de octubre del 2013; 7:00 a.m. hasta las 7:00 p.m., del lunes, 28 de octubre del 2013 hasta el martes 29 de octubre del 2013; 8:00 a.m. hasta las 4:00 p.m., del mircoles, 30 de octubre del 2013 hasta el viernes 1 de noviembre del 2013. La Junta establece que el edificio del Centro de Desarrollo Profesional del Distrito Escolar ubicado detrs del edificio de Administracin del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles, cuya direccin es calle St. Lawrence 926, Gonzles, Texas 78629, es el sitio principal designado para la votacin temprana. Adems del sitio designado como el principal para la votacin temprana, la votacin temprana, si se presenta personalmente, se conducir en las sucursales temporales para votacin en las fechas y durante las horas indicadas en la Tabla B. La Junta, por la presente, nombra a Amanda Reed como la delegada de la votacin temprana y a Margaret Zella como la subdelegada de la votacin temprana. La direccin de correo a la cual se podr enviar las aplicaciones y las boletas electorales es la siguiente: Votacin Temprana, Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles Edificio de administracin, calle St. Lawrence 926, Gonzales, Texas 78629. La delegada de la votacin temprana deber mantener las oficinas abiertas durante las horas descritas. Para el uso de los votantes que tienen el derecho legal de votar temprano por correo, la delegada de votacin temprana podr darle a cada votante la boleta con instrucciones para marcar la boleta indicando su voto A FAVOR (FOR) o EN CONTRA (AGAINST) de la Proposicin. La Junta, por la presente, nombra a Leticia Cenotti como la jueza de la junta especial de eleccin temprana para contar y devolver las boletas de votacin temprana de acuerdo con el Cdigo Electoral. La jueza que preside nombrar dos delegados, y dicha jueza y delegados formarn la junta especial de votacin temprana y desempearn los deberes descritos para tal junta en el Cdigo Electoral. PASADO Y APROBADO el 12 de agosto del 2013. /s/ Glenn Menking Presidente, Junta Directiva Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles AUTENTICADO: /s/ Josie Smith-Wright Secretaria, Junta Directiva Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles
of where the Alamo came from and who started it is equally compelling and long overdue. The Texas we all know today started here, and its time we Texans knew it. Patterson, history buff and now steward of the historic former Spanish mission, has long been an advocate for expanding the study of Texas history to include Native Americans and Tejanos, or Texans of Hispanic heritage. This exhibit is the first of two exhibits that will highlight the Hispanic contribution to Texas and the Alamo. The second installment is slated for the spring of 2014. With immigration in the forefront of public discussion, Patterson said, its important to remember that Texas began as a part of the Spanish Empire ruled from Mexico and that the first illegal immigrants had names that looked a lot more like mine. This is the whole story of the Alamo. John Wayne didnt make a movie about it, but its just as important. For years, the Alamo story focused on the Texas Revolution and its Anglo defenders. But Alamo Origins: the Spanish Birth of Texas will feature 16 original documents in Spanish with English translations provided telling the story of the missions founding, the daily lives of the Native Americans who sought protection there and the eventual secularization, or transfer of ownership, of mission property. The 16 documents that will be displayed inside the Shrine originally begun as the mission church were culled from the archival collections of the General Land Office, the Alamo and the Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library. The fragile Spanish maps and documents provide fascinating insight on the missions as frontier outposts vital to the Spanish Empires control of the region and defense against incursions by the French. Mission San Antonio de Valero was just one of several Spanish missions in Bxar. The area was an ideal location for settlement by the Spanish missionaries because of ample farmland, abundant waters from the San Pedro Creek, and access to acequias (irrigation ditches) and terraced fields that were already in use by the indigenous population. Once converted, the surviving Coahuiltecan Indians would receive the lands and property of each mission in a process known as secularization. This founding, converting and finally divesting of mission property was well documented by the Spanish commanders and missionaries, as revealed by the 16 documents showcased in the exhibit. When you can see the original Spanish decree that authorized Capt. Juan Valdez, the military garrison commander, to select a site for a new mission, it brings this history to life, Patterson said. Texans love their history. This exhibit adds depth and richness that most folks wont expect. Alamo Origins: The Birth of Spanish Texas, will be open to the public seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from September 6 to December 31. As always, the Shrine of Texas Liberty is open to visitors free of charge. Visitors are asked to be silent and respectful when viewing the documents and no flash photography will be allowed to protect the light-sensitive paper. For more information on the Alamo, please visit www. travisletter.org or the Official Alamo website at www.thealamo.org. Come to the Alamo and see the true story of Texas, Patterson said.
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Gonzales High School had quite a scare Friday morning when students and staff reported a possible gas leak coming from somewhere on campus. Campus administration evacuated the school and called the gas company as well as the fire and police departments to come and investigate. Superintendent Dr. Kim Strozier said the students and staff did exceptional in what turned into a drill for the students as no gas leak was found.
Fire Chief Keith Schmidt reported the smell came from a science lab where the gas hook-up for Bunsen burners was accidently left on after students in the class had been doing a lab project. Schmidt added that all possible tests were performed to ensure the safety of the students. Classes were dismissed for the day at 2 p.m. so the fire department could complete its investigation. Strozier said she would like to thank everyone for their support and cooperation in keeping the students safe.
This year, Gonzales Junior High is honoring those with perfect attendance! As an incentive for attending school every day, all 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to win $15 dollars each Friday of the year. Taylor Glass, a 7th grader, won for attending school during the week of September 23-27. (Courtesy photo)
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Students and faculty at Gonzales Elementary School are shown with the Gonzales Apaches Spirit Flag, which the school earned during the Community Pep Rally for the fourth year in a row. (Courtesy photo)
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Its been a good season for Gonzales thus far. The Apaches have beaten four of the five teams theyve faced, including last weeks 36-0 win over San Antonio Sam Houston on Homecoming. The outcome was no indication of the contest as Gonzales scored all of their points in the first half and played their reserves heavily in the second.
I thought in the first half we executed very well, said Gonzales head coach Ricky Lock. In the second half, we played a lot of different people and it (the result) is never what you want it to be, but I was glad our entire football team got to play. Were in the same place we were in last year record-wise, but come Friday night well find out exactly where we are. Thats because on Friday the Apaches will play host to La Grange, the defend-
They are good, Lock said. Theyve got speed in the backfield and theyre huge up front. Theyre highly ranked and they were picked to win the district, so were definitely the underdog. Coming into the season, La Grange was ranked head and shoulders above everybody else in our district and they deserved to have that nod. Our goal is to give them our best effort, limit our mistakes and see if we can get a victory.
The Leopards return 21 lettermen (seven starters on offense, seven on defense) from last years team and some think they have their best squad since the bunch from 2000 that won the Class 3A Division II title. They nipped Gonzales 35-34 in last years district opener. La Grange is averaging 452 yards per game on offense, 311 of which havecome from their potent running attack. APACHES, Page C2
Lady Cardinals tested but outlast Sacred Heart to pick up another victory
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HALLETTSVILLE Trailing the Hallettsville Sacred Heart Indianettes by several points in the third set, the Shiner St. Paul volleyball team called a timeout to talk things over. Head coach Dana Beal discussed with the team the importance of trusting your teammates in rough times. The Lady Cardinals then returned to the court and eventually won the set 2523 to sweep the Indianettes 25-14, 25-22 and 25-23 Tuesday evening in Hallettsville. We also talked about how everyone just needed to do their jobs, Beal said. Overall, we have had some rough spots the last couple of weeks. In practice and outside of volleyball, we have been working on team work.
Tonight, the girls pulled together and learned about the importance of trust and playing together. Sacred Heart coach Wanda Orsak said it just was not a good night for the Indianettes. We did not come to play. We were weak when we needed to be strong, she said. We played good in spurts but not overall. We did not hit the ball well tonight. The Indianettes continue to hold third place in the district while St. Paul is in second place behind Schertz John Paul II. We still have to play John Paul II on the road and cannot overlook our second match with Austin Veritas, Beal said. We have to take it one match at a time. Shiner St. Paul opened Jacy Pawelek attempts to block a Sacred Heart attack the first game with a with Jenna Williams (3) nearby during St. Pauls win LADY CARDS, Page C2 Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Keiran Grant unleashes a wicked stiff arm to break free of a would-be tackler during the Gonzales 7th Grade A teams 20-20 tie with Cuero last Thursday night. Grant had another big game running the football, finishing with over 150 yards and two touchdowns. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
Shiner opens District 15-1ADI play at home against Kenedy on Friday. The Lions are currently 2-2 on the season, and Shiner head coach Steven Cerny said he expects Kenedy to be tough as always. Kenedy is a spreadoffense team that throws the ball a lot. Quarterback Dominic Cruz has completed 39-of-70 for 531 yards for seven touchdowns and five interceptions. He also is the leading rusher with 215 yards on 41 carries and two touchdowns. Cruzs two main receivers this year are Seferino Villarreall (9-221, three touchdowns) and Jacob Asebedo (17-215, four touchdowns). Our defense has to put lots of pressure on Cruz, Cerny said. The Lions are multiple on defense including 3-3 and 4-4, and move around constantly. We will need to pick up and block their stunts, Cerny said. Leading tacklers on the defense are Tony Aleman and Devyn Schultze, each with 27 total tackles. We got a big win at Weimar (last week), but got some minor injuries that we hope we will be recovered from on Friday, Cerny said. Luling at George West The Eagles travel to George West for their third district game of the season against the team that beat them last year to take first place in their league. Our guys are excited about playing George West. Practices have been great, Luling head coach Colby Hensley said. The boys are very motivated this week. The Longhorns return just six lettermen and five
starters from last years 8-3 (6-0) team. It seems every week they improve, Hensley said. George West is a very physical team, especially up front. George West runs the Slot-T on the offensive side of the football. Avery Pawelek leads the Horns in rushing with 266 yards on 23 carries and three touchdowns. Fullback Matt Martinez has 147 yards on 27 carries. Our defense will have to win the line of scrimmage and tackle well, he said. First down defense will be important when playing a team that will get three yards and like it. George West will line up in the 4-2 on defense, and will run Cover 3 and man in the secondary. Hensley said that multiple players will share ballcarrying duties for Luling due to an injury to running back Brenden Cubit that will keep him out for the rest of the regular season. We need to put our athletes into space and make George West run to the ball, he said. Nixon-Smiley at Stockdale Nixon-Smiley will continue its path to the playoffs and this week rival Stockdale is the next stop. This going to be a big game for both teams, Mustangs head coach Carlton McKinney said. Stockdales offense is a spread team that occasionally goes under center and is a running team. Matt Valdez leads the Brahmas rushing attack as he has carried the football 137 times for 1,197 yards and 14 touchdowns. Valdez will carry the football about 70 percent of the time, McKinney said. Our key on defense is to contain him. Stockdale will come out in a split formation on dePREVIEWS, Page C4
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West 7 Fridays game schedules Luling at George West, 7:30 p.m.; Jourdanton at San Antonio Cole, 7:30 p.m.; San Antonio Brooks Academy at Marion, 7:30 p.m. Game Summaries Luling 57, SA Brooks 6 Score by Quarters SAB 0 6 0 06 L 37 6 14 057 Scoring Summary L Safety L Taylen Moore 51 pass from Juan Ordonez (Christian Herrera kick) L Travis Gibson 10 fumble return (Herrera kick) L Brenden Cubit 23 run (Herrera kick) L Moore 25 run (Herrera kick) L Josh Alvarez 50 pass from Ordonez (Herrera kick) SAB Juan Chavarria 80 pass from William Blohm (pass failed) L Kelvin Larkin 33 run (kick failed) L Kaylen Coe 4 pass from Ordonez (pass failed) L Joel Sanchez fumble recovery in end zone (Herrera kick) Team Stats SAB L First downs 4 12 Rushes-yds 19-4 20-211 Passing yds 76 127 Passes 2-16-0 6-7-0 Penalties-yds 5-25 5-45 Fumbles-lost 3-3 3-1 Punts-average 4-36 0-0 Individual Stats Rushing San Antonio Brooks Academy: Adam Chavez 10-13, William Blohm 5-(-21), Craig Wells 4-12. Luling: Chris Symms 5-19, Kelvin Larkin 4-64, Jared Zumwalt 3-9, Brenden Cubit 2-29, Taylen Moore 1-25, Kaylen Coe 1-21, Jordan Carter 1-21, Jaret Sheffield 1-11, Desmond Cubit 1-8, Juan Ordonez 1-4. Passing San Antonio Brooks Academy: Blohm 2-15-76, Chavez 0-1-0. Luling: Ordonez 4-4-112, Symms 2-3-15. Receiving San Antonio Brooks Academy: Chavez 2-76. Luling: Coe 2-11, Moore 1-51, Josh Alvarez 1-50, Tony Obregon 1-14, Sheffield 1-1. Vanderbilt Industrial at Altair Rice Consolidated, 7:30 p.m. District Overall Dilley 2-0 3-2 Poth 2-0 3-2 Nixon-Smiley 1-1 3-2 Karnes City 1-1 2-3 Stockdale 1-1 2-3 Cotulla 1-1 1-4 Bloomington 0-2 1-4 Natalia 0-2 0-5 Last game results Dilley 21, Nixon-Smiley 14; Karnes City 29, Bloomington 27; Stockdale 40, Natalia 13; Poth 27, Cotulla 0 Fridays game schedules NixonSmiley at Stockdale, 7:30 p.m.; Cotulla at Karnes City, 7:30 p.m.; Natalia at Poth, 7:30 p.m.; Bloomington at Dilley, 7:30 p.m. Game Summaries Dilley 21, Nixon-Smiley 14 Score by Quarters D 6 15 0 0-21 NS 0 0 7 7-14 Scoring Summary D-Joe Garza 6 run (kick failed) D-Sabby Torres 13 pass from Leo Garcia (Daniel Autry pass from Fabian Garza D-Torres 11 pass from Garcia (Joe Dominick Garcia kick) NS-Tristan Newman 6 pass from Nick Pea (Eduardo Tovar kick) NS-Garrett Earlywine 3 pass from Pea (Tovar kick) Team stats D NS First downs 14 10 Rushes-yds 30-132 40-122 Passing yds 115 13 Passes 14-31-1 4-10-4 Penalties-yds 14-102 6-30 Fumbles-lost 1-1 1-0 Punts-avg 2-36.5 2-28.5 Individual stats Rushing Dilley: O.J. Perez 6-38, Fabian Garza 7-34, Leo Garcia 9-30, Joe Garza 4-15 Jeremey Herra 3-10, Sabby Torres 1-5. Nixon-Smiley: Jared Van Auken 1434, Kevin Martinez 11-59, Jordan Martinez 5-14, Tristan Newman 3-15, Sam Moore 4-19, , Nick Pea 2-(-8), Team 1(-11). Passing Dilley: Garcia 13-30115-1, Daniel Autry 0-1-0-0. Nixon-Smiley: Pea 4-8-13-3, Moore 0-1-0-1 Newman 0-1-0-0. Receiving Dilley: Torres 4-58, Herrera 4-20, Dez Lozano 2-16, Perez 2-13, Fabian Garza 1-5, Joe Garza 1-3. Nixon-Smiley: Garrett Earlywine 2-8, Newman 1-6, Moore 1-(-1). District Ganado 0-0 Shiner 0-0 Three Rivers 0-0 Kenedy 0-0
District Overall La Grange 0-0 4-0 Gonzales 0-0 4-1 Cuero 0-0 3-1 Giddings 0-0 2-2 Yoakum 0-0 1-3 Smithville 0-0 0-4 Last game results Gonzales 36, San Antonio Sam Houston 0; Giddings 34, Caldwell 7 Fridays game schedules La Grange at Gonzales, 7:30 p.m; Smithville at Yoakum, 7:30 p.m.; Giddings at Cuero, 7:30 p.m. Gonzales 36, SA Sam Houston 0 Score by Quarters G 14 22 0 036 S 0 0 0 0 0 Scoring Summary G - D.J. Gonzales 2 run (Brant Philippus run), 8:05, 1st G - Darrance James 13 pass from Alyas Ramirez (run failed), 3:19, 1st G - James 9 run (Gonzales run), 11:19, 2nd G - Jaime Tellez 26 run (Jose Contreras kick), 8:14, 2nd G - Ramirez 1 run (Contreras kick), 4:54, 2nd Team stats G Sam First downs 18 3 Rushes-yds 43-294 26-39 Passing yds 58 0 Passes 5-10-2 3-9-2 Penalties-yds 7-50 5-14 Fumbles-lost 0-0 1-0 Punts-average 1-46 7-31.9 Individual stats Rushing Sam Houston: Devin Harris 10-17, Jvoni Badie-Jones 9-28, Raymonte Prime 4-(-7), Dewane Brown 3-1. Gonzales: Alyas Ramirez 17-119, D.J. Gonzales 9-51, Aaron Hunt 7-20, Jaime Tellez 4-48, Darrance James 2-23, Brant Philippus 2-22, Grayson Meredith 2-11. Passing Sam Houston: BadieJones 2-5-(-4)-1, Prime 1-4-4-1. Gonzales: Ramirez 5-9-58-1, Meredith 0-1-0-1. Receiving Sam Houston: Steven Garcia 1-4, Travon Vaughns 1-(-1), Brown 1-(-3). Gonzales: James 4-56, Philippus 1-2.
Yorktown 0-0 2-3 Last game results Shiner 20, Weimar 7; Ganado 55, Louise 0 Fridays game schedules Kenedy at Shiner, 7:30 p.m.; Yorktown at Three Rivers, 7:30 p.m. Game Summaries Shiner 20, Weimar 7 Score by Quarters S 0 13 0 720 W 7 0 0 07 Scoring Summary W - Juwan Almeida 1 run S - Marcus Coleman 36 pass from Jacob Stafford (Hunter Mraz kick) S - Stafford 2 run (pass failed) S - Stafford 2 run (Mraz kick) Individual stats Rushing Shiner: Chad Neubauer 24-132, Marcus Coleman 1598, Jacob Stafford 15-87. Passing Shiner: Stafford 1-636. Receiving Shiner: Coleman 1-36.
District Overall District Overall Hallettsville 0-0 5-0 Goliad 2-0 5-1 Edna 0-0 2-2 Jourdanton 2-0 5-1 Hempstead 0-0 2-3 Marion 1-0 3-2 Industrial 0-0 1-3 Luling 1-1 5-1 Palacios 0-0 1-4 SA Cole 0-1 1-4 Altair Rice 0-0 0-4 George West 0-2 1-5 Last game results Stafford 57, SA Brooks 0-2 0-6 Palacios 7 Last game results Luling 57, SA Fridays game schedules Brooks Academy 6; Goliad 34, Hallettsville at Palacios, 7:30 p.m.; SA Cole 8; Jourdanton 41, George Edna at Hempstead, 7:30 p.m.;
District Overall Holland 0-0 5-1 Flatonia 0-0 4-1 Thorndale 0-0 3-2 Weimar 0-0 2-2 Thrall 0-0 2-4 Last game results Flatonia 14, Burton 13; Thrall 48, Somerville 6; Shiner 20, Weimar 7; Holland 48, Temple Holy Trinity 8; Thorndale 49, San Saba 10 Fridays game schedules Holland at Flatonia, 7:30 p.m.; Weimar at Thorndale, 7:30 p.m. Game Summaries Flatonia 14, Burton 13 Score by Quarters B 0 7 0 613 F 0 14 0 014 Scoring Summary F Marcus Mica 3 run (Jose Manzano kick) B Tanner DeMuth 15 run (Luke Huffer kick) F Matthew Kozelsky 25 pass from Will Bruns (Aaron Manzano kick) B DeMuth 1 run (kick failed) Team stats B F First downs 18 10 Rushes-yds 54-354 27-98 Passing yds 0 114 Passes 0-2 7-9 Penalties-yds 6-30 1-5 Fumbles-lost 4-1 2-0 Punts-avg 2-35.5 4-38.25 Individual stats Rushing Flatonia: Will Bruns 10-35, Aaron Manzano 5-21, Marcus Mica 3-19, Mitchell Mica 4-15, Gus Venegas 3-8. Passing Flatonia: Bruns 7-770, Venegas 1-1-44, Casen Novak 0-1. Receiving Flatonia: Matthew
kick) BC Jesse Honnas 92 run (Lee TAPPS DIII, Dist. 5 Standings kick) BC Kenny Honnas 29 run (Lee District Overall kick) Brazos Chr. 1-0 5-0 BC Cooper Owen 2 run (Lee John Paul II 0-0 4-1 kick) St. Joseph 0-0 3-1 Team stats BC SP Sacred Heart 0-0 2-2 First downs 17 13 St. Gerard 0-0 1-4 Rushes-yds 32-429 49-197 St. Paul 0-1 0-4 Passing yds 18 59 Last game results Bryan Brazos Passes 1-3-0 6-10-1 Christian 56, Shiner St. Paul 14; Penalties-yds 1-10 3-18 Hallettsville Sacred Heart 42, Fumbles-lost 0-0 2-2 Katy Hull-Daisetta 21; Marble Punts-avg 0-0 2-43 Falls Faith Academy 49, San Individual stats Antonio St. Gerard 8 Rushing Brazos Christian: Fridays game schedules Shiner Jesse Honnas 11-233, Kenny HonSt. Paul at Schertz John Paul II, 7:30 p.m.; Bryan Brazos Christian nas 13-102, Jeyton McNair 2-75, John Mather 4-12, Cooper Owen at San Antonio St. Gerard, 7:30 1-2. St. Paul: T.J. Bell 23-127, Jed p.m. Saturdays game schedules Bryan Janecek 14-46, Marco Ynclan 4-29, Ryan Bell 2-5, Austin Barton 5-(St. Joseph at Hallettsville Sacred 10). Heart, 4:30 p.m. Passing Brazos Christian: Game Summaries Sacred Heart 42, Hull-Daisetta 21 Mather 1-3-18. St. Paul: Barton 6-10-59. Score by Quarters Receiving Brazos Christian: SH 14 13 8 742 Kenny Honnas 1-18. St. Paul: YnHD 0 13 0 821 clan 4-45, Ryan Geiger 1-8, Nathan Scoring Summary SH - Jonathan Vanek 2 run Pilat 1-6. (Evan Wick kick) SH - Vanek 11 run (Wick kick) anoeing SH - Dylan Jahn 1 run (pass failed) HD - Dustin Welch 43 pass from Results from the 2013 Come And Take It Canoe Race Cade Huckabay (Welch kick) (Held at Lake Wood.) SH - Wick 27 pass from Scott 35 participants competed in 22 Stoner (Wick kick) canoes and kayaks. HD - Huckabay 66 run (kick Unlimited Class blocked) SH - Vanek 39 run (Marc Ra- 1. Clay Wyatt, Ian Rolls 1:37:11; 2. Rebecca and John Newcomb phael pass from Trent Janak) HD - Tyler Remon 3 run (Colby 2:14:07; 3. Tom and Michael Vandeveer, Jay and Cassy, Gaston Espree run) Jones (with 10 minute penalty), SH - Jahn 54 run (Wick kick) 2:19:21. Team stats SH HD USCA C1 Class First downs 18 12 Rushes-yds 48-370 43-295 1. Ed Jones, 2:18:04. USCA C2 Class Passing yds 36 49 Passes 2-5-0 2-5-0 1. Bob Spain, Joy Ernshoff 1:56:37. Penalties-yds 1-10 2-16 Solo Unlimited Class 1. Phil Bowden 1:46:55; 2. Chris Fumbles-lost 1-1 3-0 Issendorf 1:47:07; 3. Gary Kohut Bryan Brazos Christian 56, 1:55:46; 4. Brian Jones 1:55:47; 5. St. Paul 14 Erin Magee 1:58:55; 6. Tim Curry Score by Quarters 2:02:20; 7. Mike Smith 2:34:27; 8. BC 7 21 21 756 Charlie Kouba 3:17:00. SP 7 7 0 014 17 Aluminum Class Scoring Summary BC Kenny Honnas 6 run (Co- 1. Bill McCanse, Eric Whicker 2:03:08; 2. Louis Gomez, Jeremy lin Lee kick) SP Marco Ynclan 10 pass from Franks 2:37:22; 3. Kurt Cantrell, Roberto Sara 2:47:42. Austin Barton (Barton kick) BC Jesse Honnas 44 run (Lee Recreational Class 1. Clay and Andrew Snell 2:20:25; kick) SP Jed Janecek 1 run (Barton 2. Geoff and Sean Waters 2:27:54; 3. Craig Woodman, Melanie Grakick) BC Jesse Honnas 54 run (Lee bouske 7:49:00. Recreational Solo kick) BC John Mather 12 run (Lee 1. David Froehlich 2:33:56; 2. Harvey Howarton 3:59:00; 3. Jessica kick) BC Kenny Honnas 18 run (Lee Wysarki 3:59:01.
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Running back Rodney Filmore is third in the district in rushing, coming in with 587 yards and seven touchdowns. His backfield mate Bralon Hutchinson (251 yards, 4TD) is a dangerous runner in his own right, setting a school record for longest touchdown run with an 89-yard romp in La Granges 49-23 win over Marble Falls. Quarterback Dillon Davis is having a good season, having completed 28 of his 49 passes for 557 yards and nine touchdowns. His top target is converted linebacker-turned TE Wes Scott, who leads the team with 301 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. The best player on La Granges entire team is OL Zachary Ledwik. The 6-5, 290 pound senior considered over 15 offers from Division One colleges including Nebraska, Oklahoma State and Texas, before deciding to commit to Texas A&M last summer. Ledwik is just a bulldozer, said Lock. Their quarterback is pretty good, hes not bad and their running backs have a lot of talent. On film, they look like the best team well play this year by far. The Leopards like to operate out of a variety of offensive formations including both two-back and one-back sets, utilizing a lot of motion in the process.
Theyre predictable by formation, but you still have to stop whats coming, Lock said. Theyre so good up front that it makes everything else easier. Skillwise, they are very capable. Theyre legit, theyre the real deal. Experience on defense has yielded good results for La Grange, who will run plays mostly out of a 3-4. The unit has been steady and consistent all year led by the play of DL Alex Glaiser, LB Garrison Mueller and DB Ty Beseda. Theyre very active up front with their defensive linemen, said Lock. Their linebackers are good tacklers and they have some speed in the secondary. Theyre a lot better offensively than they are defensively, but when you score as many points a game as they do it puts your defense in a good position. The Apaches had a couple of players get dinged up last week against Sam Houston. Neither D.J. Gonzales (wrist) nor Joe Ryan Carrizales (ankle) suited up for the second half, but Lock said both players will be in action on Friday. Theyre both going to play, he said. Theyre not going to be 100 percent, but theyre tough kids. This is a big game and they want to be in it. If we can win this first district game, then well have a leg up going forward because La Grange is going to beat a lot of teams.
block and an ace from Jacy Pawelek. Sacred Heart got a block from Kristen Popp to help reduce the deficit to 6-5. The Lady Cardinals got plays from Samantha Siegel and Abby Irvin to go on top 13-7. The Indianettes then managed five straight points, getting an ace from Jami Shimek in the process. The serving of Kymberlie Malatek and a kill from
Elise Patek put St. Paul on a 12-2 run to win the first set. In the second set, Sacred Heart overcame some early deficits to tie the game at 8-8, getting kills from Shimek and Kaylin Dworsky and later took a 13-11 lead. The Lady Cardinals came back with a 14-13 advantage, and plays from Sacred Hearts Emily Harper, Popp and Dworksy gave the home team an 18-16 margin.
Irvin, Malatek and Pawelek all made plays as St. Paul scored nine of the next 13 points for the win. Early in the third game, Rachel Saulnier got an ace with Harper and Madison Etzler contributing some plays for a 7-2 lead. St. Paul was able to trim Sacred Hearts lead down to 11-9 before the Indianettes scored six of the next eight and looked to be closing in on victory. St. Paul later trailed 22-
16 but was able to go on a 9-1 run to finish the set and the match. For Sacred Heart, Emily Harper had five kills, Dworsky had five kills, Orsak had nine digs, while Saulnier had nine assists and five aces. St. Paul won the freshman match 24-26, 25-16 and 25-21. The Lady Cardinals won the junior varsity match in two sets 25-20 and 25-16.
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Brant Philippus upends Sam Houstons Devin Harris (2) during a kick return in the first half of the Apaches 36-0 win last Friday night. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart) Apache 47. The Apaches immediately embarked on an eightplay drive that culminated in a two-yard plunge by D.J. Gonzales. Brant Philippus ran in the two-point conversion. Following a Hurricane three and out, Gonzales got back on the board with James athletic scoring catch on their drives fifth play. The conversion run failed and Gonzales led 14-0 with 3:19 left in the first frame. Sam Houston actually managed to get into Apache territory on their ensuing drive. Facing a second and nine at the Gonzales 41, the Hurricanes were turned away when defensive end Jordan Johnson intercepted Jvoni Badie-Jones and ran the ball all the way out to the Sam Houston 35. Five plays later, James took a jet sweep going to his right and managed to get to the pylon for a nineyard score. D.J. Gonzales garnered the two-point conversion to give the Apaches a 22-0 advantage very early in the second quarter. The ensuing kickoff was a squib that the Hurricanes fielded at their own 43. Kenneth Hernandez sacked Prime for a sixyard loss on second down and J.T. Miller forced an incompletion on the next play. The fourth down punt went a respectable 36 yards but Ramirez returned it to midfield. A completion to James was caught at the Sam Houston 40 and he made a move to get the ball down to the Hurricane 34. Following a keeper by Ramirez for a modest gain, Jaime Tellez ripped off a weaving 26-yard run for a touchdown. Jose Contreras made the extra point kick. The Apaches fielded a kickoff to start the second half, but they gave away possession when Ramirez threw a pass too high for GONZALES, Page C4
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NIXON For the most part, the Dilley Wolves had the game under control at halftime, but did not win the game until about 29 seconds left in the fourth quarter as Leo Garcia
picked off a Nick Pea pass at around the Mustang 31. The Wolves (3-2) had managed a semi-comfortable lead, 21-0, at halftime of Nixon-Smileys 2013 Homecoming, but had to absorb a couple of turnovers and turnover on downs to withstand a Nix-
on-Smiley rally as Dilley survived 21-14 Friday night at Mustang Stadium. Kids just played (harder) in the second half, Nixon-Smiley head coach Carlton McKinney said. The first half, we did not show up. That was not the MUSTANGS, Page C4
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The Comanche quarterback had a hand in all of the scores last week. He ran for 87 yards and two touchdowns in Shiners 20-7 over Weimar and also threw a 36-yard scoring pass.
Darrance James, Gonzales. Caught four passes for 56 yards and two touchdowns in the Apaches Homecoming 36-0 win over San Antonio Sam Houston. He also scored on a nine-yard run. Juan Ordonez, Luling. The backup quarterback completed each of his four pass attempts for 112 yards and three touchdowns
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in the Eagles 57-6 Homecoming win over San Antonio Brooks Academy. Jonathan Vanek, Hallettsville Sacred Heart. Ran for a team-high 248 yards and two touchdowns in the Indians 4221 win at Katy Hull-Daisetta.
Dylan Jahn, Hallettsville Sacred Heart. Scored on each of his two carries for a total of 98 yards. Alyas Ramirez, Gonzales. Ran for 119 yards and a touchdown. He also completed five of his nine passes for 58 yards and another score. Nick Pea, Nixon-Smiley. Completed four of his eight passes, including two that went for touchdowns in the Mustangs 21-14 Homecoming loss to Dilley. Marcus Coleman, Shiner. Ran for 98 yards on 15 carries. He also caught a 36-yard touchdown pass. Marco Ynclan, Shiner St. Paul. Caught four passes for 45 yards and a touchdown in the Cardinals 56-14 loss to Bryan Brazos Christian. He also ran for 29 yards on four carries. Chad Neubauer, Shiner. Ran for a team-high 132 yards.
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fense. They will make adjustments to deal with our offense. They have a quality line and good linebackers, McKinney said. Our offense will have to play well to have a shot at success. Dylan Dunn is the leading tackler for Stockdale with 60 total tackles on the season. Smithville at Yoakum Yoakum comes off a bye week to open district as they host the Smithville Tigers. The game also serves as Yoakums Homecoming since the original game on Sept. 20 against Edna was cancelled because of inclement weather. The Tigers are 0-4 on the season but have a very solid quarterback in Khalil McCathern. McCathern is the real deal, Yoakum head coach Brent Kornegay said. Their offense is run through him. He said the Tigers throw the football over 60 percent of the time. Our defense will have to pay attention to what McCathern is doing, Kornegay said. Smithvilles defense ran
a 4-3 early in the season and has switched to the 50 look. Nose guard Chris Lewis is a very aggressive player, middle linebacker Quentin Green is good and McCarthern excels at the safety position, where he is being recruited to play college ball, Kornegay said. Two weeks ago, in the Dogs 63-41 win over Rice, Yoakum had eight players carry the ball and four players caught passes. We need to continue being consistent on offense and need to use this as an opportunity to get better, he said. We need to start district with a win and not dig ourselves into a hole. St. Paul at John Paul II Shiner St. Paul will play at Schertz John Paul II with another chance to get the first win of the season. We had a great first two practices this week and I feel we can beat them if we play well, Cardinals head coach Jake Wachsmuth said. The Guardians finished 2-7 last year and have already bested that with a 4-1 mark. John Paul II runs a flexbone-type offense in which they bring the wingbacks in motion, and run pitches and dives. Running
back Michael McCabe is the chief runner for John Paul II. We just have to learn what they do exactly and play better, Wachsmuth said. On defense, the Guardians go with an eight-man front. They are better on defense this year, he said. We need to execute and eliminate unforced mistakes because John Paul IIs defense will make plays. Holland at Flatonia The Flatonia Bulldogs host their second straight home contest as they play Holland in the 14-1AD1 opener. This will be a tough game for us, Flatonia head coach Chris Freytag said. They are on a five-game win streak and their offensive line is huge. They average around 280 and that may be the biggest one I have seen in my coaching career. With such a sizeable line, the Hornets will run the football about eight out of 10 times. Quarterback Seth Spinn is Hollands leading rusher with 469 yards on 49 attempts and eight touchdowns. Their offensive line will
block down and mash you down, and Spinn will hide behind them and find a crease, Freytag said. Our defense will need to read their keys, finish off tackles and force them into second or third-and-long to force them to pass. We also need to get two or three turnovers. Holland lines up in multiple formations on defense including 3-4, 50 and fourman fronts. What we saw on film, we probably will not see in the game, Freytag said. They are all-around solid at every position on their defense. We need to control the football and complete passes when we throw them like we have been doing. We need to wear those big boys out. Hallettsville at Palacios The Brahmas get started with district with a road visit to the coast to face the Sharks, who currently are 1-4. On offense, the Sharks like to run out of the spread offense, using screen passes and inside/outside zone plays, Hallettsville head coach Tommy Psencik said. Running backs Seth and Chris Garcia play a pivotal role in the run game behind
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the blocking of offensive linemen Jordan Sanchez and Anthony Holbrook. Cameron Fides and Joseph Rodriguez have split time at quarterback this year. Our defense has to consistently get to where the ball is with numbers, using our team speed, Psencik said. The Sharks prefer to run three-man fronts on defense. Our offense needs to keep the football for as much as possible and score points on those possessions, Psencik said. A win to start district will be important for us. St. Joseph at Sacred Heart Sacred Heart will play the speediest team in the district come Saturday afternoon in Bryan St. Joseph in the district opener for the Indians. They have speed at all of the skill positions, Indians head coach Pat Henke said. They return eight starters on both sides of the ball. St. Joseph has a ton of experience. Henke said the Eagles run a spread offense with an effective inside running game and can throw the ball well. Our defense has to know its assignments, use good techniques and make a good tackle instead of a big tackle, he said. We have to keep them on the inside because if they get on the out-
side, they can outrun us. Nicky Damon will be both a running and receiving threat for St. Joseph. The Eagles have speed at linebacker and have a line that can make deep advances into an opponents backfield. Key players are defensive back Jamarkus Amos and linebacker Matthew Kraus. Sacred Hearts best defense will be its offense keeping the ball and scoring touchdowns on those drives. Henke said in their last game, they had the ball on the opening possession for over seven minutes and finished the drive with points. Giddings at Cuero Cuero hosts the Giddings Buffaloes in the Gobblers opening district contest. The Buffaloes are currently 2-2 on the year. Giddings has a balanced offense with a slight lean towards the run with 612 yards rushing as a team. Josh Mack is the leading rusher with 140 yards on 30 carries and one touchdown. Quarterback Kyle Jones has completed 31-of-75 passes for 482 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Deon Blue has two receiving touchdowns on 19 catches for 222 yards. De Acosta-Everett leads the Buffaloes on defense with 35 tackles.
team that has been performing the last four weeks. I do not know who that was. That is how we lost the ball game. We gave up three scores on big plays and on offense, we only had a couple of first downs. We got our offense going in the second half, we just ran out of time. The Mustangs (2-3), with virtually no breaks in the first half, started the second half similarly as Pea was intercepted inside Wolves territory after runs by Jared Van Auken and Kevin Martinez moved Nixon-Smiley from its 40 inside the Dilley 34. Then Mustangs got a break following a defensive stand as Sam Moore returned a punt 27 yards to the Dilley 24. Four straight runs by Van Auken, including a four-yard gain on fourth down, got Nixon-Smiley down to the 11 and a few plays later, Pea tossed a six-yard touchdown pass to Tristan Newman on fourth down and
Eduardo Tovar tacked on the extra point. On the next drive, Dilley coughed up the football and Nixon-Smiley had great field position at the Wolves 32. Martinez ripped off a 17-yard gain down to the 15 and a personal foul moved the ball all the way to the 8. On the next play, both teams committed unsportsmanlike-conduct fouls and the ball was mistakenly placed at the 12. Martinez gained one yard on a toss and Pea hit Garrett Earlywine to the 5 to set up fourth down. Peas pass was incomplete but Dilley was flagged for defensive holding. A few plays later, Pea threw incomplete on fourth down to give the ball back to Dilley. The drive resulted in another turnover for the visitors as Newman got an interception and got to the 19. Martinez ran NixonSmiley to the 5 and two plays later, Pea hit Earlywine for the score to help bring the Stangs to within 21-14 with 9:29 left to play. The Wolves next drive
started near midfield and got all the way to the Nixon-Smiley 19. A Garcia pass was broken up in the end zone by Newman on fourth down. But NixonSmiley went three plays and found itself at fourth down from its 15. Pea dropped back and tossed a bomb to a mostly-open Newman, who looked to have the pass but did not have complete control. That would have been huge because we would have gotten the ball to the middle of the field and then into position to score. But it is not anyones fault, McKinney said. That is just how the play happened. The Wolves fared no better as they had a 5-yard pass from Garcia to Fabian Garza on a fourth-and-8 play at the Nixon-Smiley 13. Garcia later got the game-clinching interception a few plays later. I have faith in these kids, McKinney said about Nixon-Smiley trying to get back into the game with some fourth-down attempts. We had to take our shots and they did not
work out for us tonight. As long as we learn from it, we will be fine. We cannot put ourselves in the hole we did tonight in the rest of district. We have to play from start to finish. Dilley opened the game with a 60-yard drive in 12 plays. Running back O.J. Perez had a 14-yard rush while Sabby Torres had catches for 20 and 10 yards. Joe Garza capped the drive with a six-yard run with the extra point no good for a Dilley 6-0 lead at 9:10 to go in the first. Later on, Nixon-Smiley missed a fourth-down conversion at the Wolves 40 as Newman attempted a halfback pass. The Wolves capped another 60-yard march as Garcia tossed an 11-yard touchdown pass to Torres and the two-point conversion was good for a 14-0 Wolves lead. Nixon-Smiley punted on its next possession and Dilley used the return to set up shop at the Nixon-Smiley 19, driving four plays for the score as Garcia hit Torres for an 11-yard pass for a 21-0 lead.
Derek Hunt and it was snagged by Sam Houstons Donald Jackson to give the Hurricanes their best field position of the game at the Apache 29. Determined not to give up a score, the Gonzales defense began to push the Hurricanes out of scoring range. Johnson and Zach Perez-Clack combined to drop running back Steven Garcia for a two-yard loss on first down and then Tellez and Damien Airhart stuffed Devin Harris for no gain. Harris was then dropped for a loss by James and Blake Cox on a toss play before Prime was sacked by Trent Schauer on fourth down. Three plays into their drive, Gonzales suffered misfortune when Ramirez
was sacked by Darius Davis for a 12-yard loss. Ernan Hernandez came on to punt for the Apaches and his offering got a good bounce and rolled all the way down to the Hurricane 31. Airhart threw down Badie-Jones for an 11-yard loss on first down before freshman Wade Miller sacked the quarterback for a three-yard loss. Johnson pressured Badie-Jones into a bad throw on third down and the fourth down punt only traveled 22 yards. Neither team could find their way to an advantage for the remainder of the game, but Gonzales saw their next best scoring threat thwarted when Meredith had his pass for Cameron Horton picked off by Taveon Jones at the Hurricane 12 late in the fourth quarter.
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Football Roundup
WEIMAR Facing its last test before district, the Shiner Comanches overcame a 7-0 first-quarter deficit at Weimar to pass the test, 20-7. Quarterback Jacob Stafford threw for a touchdown and ran for two more. Weimar got a rushing touchdown in the first quarter, and Shiner tied the game at 7-7 as Stafford completed his only pass, a 36-yard strike to Marcus Coleman. Stafford had a 2-yard touchdown run later in the quarter to give Shiner a 13-7 lead at the break. The Comanches sealed the deal with another Stafford 2-yard score in the fourth quarter.
In the third quarter, Keeton Coe had a 4-yard scoring pass from Ordonez and Joel Sanchez recovered a fumble for a touchdown. FLATONIA Flatonia and Burton went neck-to-neck Friday in the Bulldogs Homecoming. The Dogs got the break as Burton missed the game-tying extra point in the fourth quarter to fall 14-13. Flatonia went ahead 7-0 in the second quarter on a 3-yard score by Marcus Mica and Tanner DeMuth answered with a 15-yard run for Burton. Flatonia held a 14-7 halftime advantage on the 25-yard touchdown pass from Will Bruns to Matthew Kozelsky. DeMuth had a 1-yard scoring play to bring the Panthers to within 14-13. Burton ran for 354 yards as a team while Flatonia had just 98 yards on 27 total carries. However, the usually run-oriented Dogs once again excelled in the passing game as Bruns, Gus Venegas and Casen Novak combined for a 7-of-9 for 114 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
score and the Cardinals tied the game late in the quarter as Marco Ynclan hauled in a 10-yard score from Austin Barton. Early in the second quarter, Jesse Honnas scored on a 44-yard run and St. Paul came right back with a 1-yard run by Jed Janecek. The Eagles struck twice before halftime Jesse Honnas scored on a 54-yard run and John Mather ran in from 12 yards out to give Brazos Christian a 28-14 lead. The Honnases took turns scoring in the third quarter Kenny scored on an 18-yard run, Jesse went 92 yards on the ground and Kenny got a 29yard run. The Eagles scored once in the fourth quarter on a shortrun by Cooper Owen.
LULING In their 2013 Homecoming contest, Luling was without the services of Brenden Cubit and Trayden Staton. However, the Eagles didnt seem to miss a beat as they hammered San Antonio Brooks Academy, 57-6, on Friday. The Luling defense earned a safety early in the game and simply snowballed points on the scoreboard in the first box. Taylen Moore caught a 51yard pass from Juan Ordonez, Tyler Gibson scored on a fumble return, Shaft Cubit had a 23-yard run, Moore scored on the ground via a 25-yard rush and Ordonez tossed a 50-yard pass to Josh Alvarez. Brooks ended the shut out in the second quarter with an 80-yard pass from Will Blohm to Adam Chavez. The Eagles added one more score before halftime on a 33-yard run by Kelvin Larkin.
BRYAN The Bryan Brazos Christian duo of tailback Kenny Honnas and fullback Jesse Honnas was a little too much for the St. Paul defense on Friday as the Eagles ran roughshod over St. Paul, 56-14. Jesse Honnas rushed 11 times for 244 yards and three touchdowns while Kenny Honnas added 102 yards on 13 carries and three scores. Kenny Honnas got Brazos Christian on the board in the first quarter with a 6-yard
KATY Sacred Heart running back Jonathan Vanek ran for 248 yards and three touchdowns to lead Sacred Heart past Hull-Daisetta, 42-21, in Katy on Friday. Vanek gave the Indians a 14-0 first-quarter lead with touchdown runs of 2 and 11 yards. Fullback Dylan Jahn scored from 1-yard out in the second quarter and Hull-Daisetta got on the board with 43-yard pass from Cade Huckabay to Dustin Welch. The Indians got a 27-yard pass from Scott Stoner to Evan Wick and Hull-Daisetta got a 66-yard run by Huckabay. Vanek got a 39-yard run in the third quarter and Tyler Remon scored on a 3-yard run for Hull-Daisetta in the fourth quarter. Jahn capped the scoring with a 54-yard run.
Brooke Hester attempts a kill with Savannah Martinez (7) and Whitley Gonzales (14) look on during Nixon-Smileys match with #3 Schulenburg Friday evening. (Photo by Mark Lube)
By MARK LUBE
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Subvarsity Football
NIXON The Lady Mustangs had a mountain of a task Friday afternoon as they hosted the thirdranked Schulenburg Lady Shorthorns, but decided they were going to be proud of how they played. The Lady Horns (5-0 in district) held off NixonSmiley 3-0 (25-12, 25-7, 2519) but had to earn nearly every point in the match. I told them to play this match with confidence, Nixon-Smiley head coach Kim Payne said. We were able to do that. Payne said some changes weeks to carry the ball, gaining 35 yards on the ground in eight carries. The Gonzales Junior High Apaches went 3-0-1 in their games against Cuero last Thursday night at Apache Field. The 7th Grade B won 14-6, the 7th Grade A tied From coaches reports 20-20, the 8th Grade B won 14-12 and the 8th Grade A The Yoakum Lady Bulldogs fell in a district match to La won 8-6.
on defense helped the Lady Mustangs (1-4 in district) stay in the match. Those changes caused our confidence to rise and we had players step up, she said. Another positive we take is that we know we can play with a highly-ranked team. Schulenburg opened the first set with the first couple of points and Nixon-Smiley came back, going up 5-4 on kills from Miranda Carrillo and Savannah Martinez. Several aces from Shannon Mikesley helped put the Lady Horns ahead 15-8 and it was a 10-4 run for Schulenburg for the win in the first game.
Brooke Hester got an early block for Nixon-Smiley in the second set for a 2-0 lead and the Lady Horns then scored 15 of the next 17 points. Then it was 10-2 run for Schulenburg for the win in the second game. The Lady Horns raced out to a 7-2 lead in the third set and Nixon-Smiley went on a 5-2 run, getting an ace from Hester. Schulenburg went ahead 20-11 on plays from Kelsie Fietsam, Sarah Walker, Tanner Guentert and Nay Guentert. The Lady Stangs finished strong as they scored eight of the last 13 points.
Volleyball Roundup
The team (above) of Bill Kessler, Glenda Kessler, John Cox and Gary Chrismon came in first place at the Wednesday Night Scramble held September 25 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales. Not pictured is Ralph Aguirre. The team (below) of Doyle Allen, Rutt, Aaron Burek, Roy Staton and David Hernandez came in second place. (Courtesy photos)
Flatonia defeated Boling 3-2 (19-25, 23-25, 26-24, 25-20, 15-9). Steinhauser had seven aces, Fike had 15 kills and two blocks, Ribera had 39 assists and Brooke Migl had 11 digs. The win bolstered Flatonias record to 12-22 (5-3 in district). The Hallettsville Lady Brahmas fell to Poth in five sets (25-23, 25-13, 22-25, 1625 and 17-15) on Friday. We struggled the first two sets, came back with two wins, but couldnt pull out that fifth set. If we would have played the first two games with the intensity and consistency we played the last three, it would have been a completely different ball game, Hallettsville coach Megan Klimitchek said. We finally experienced the true feeling of playing as a team those last three sets. They played off each other, picked each other up, and fought until the end. Im very proud of these ladies. I cant say enough good things about them. Madison Schindler had 10 kills, 28 digs and two aces; Heather Henneke had two aces; Cassidy Targac had two aces and four blocks. Hallettsville beat Stockdale 25-16, 25-23, 18-25 and 2519 on Tuesday. Schindler had 13 kills and 23 digs, Henneke had 33 assists, Emma Wick had six aces, Targac had two blocks and Sarah Smith had two blocks. The Gonzales Junior High 7th Grade B volleyball team swept Giddings 25-9 and 2517 on Monday. The 7th Grade A team won in two sets 25-23 and 25-16. The 8th Grade B team won 25-21 and 25-18. The 8th Grade A team fell to Giddings but played the best they have all season.
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Former Luling standout Carley Glass and her West Texas A&M teammates wore pink glare guards in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the 2013 Chile Pepper Festival Meet. (Courtesy photo) in 21:32, Chris Hill was No. 72 in 23:11 and Waelders Chris Davis followed in 23:18. Flatonias Ted Steinhauser was No. 75 in 23:55. The Luling Eagles won the 3A-5A Boys Varsity with 15 points as they captured the first six places Will Frazier (14:40), Danny Castillo (14:51), Ryan Flores (15:03), Isaac Castillo (16:02), Fabian Guerrero 16:23) and Isaac Rodriguez (16:25). Yoakums Rubian Lopez was seventh in 16:53; Cueros Ben Villereal was eighth in 16:54 and Chant Parker was No. 13 in 17:52. The West Texas A&M Lady Buffs cross country team ran in the 2013 Chile Pepper Festival cross country meet this past weekend. The Lady Buffs would trade their maroon WT logo on their jerseys to a pink WT in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Former Luling Lady Eagle and Lady Buff freshman Carley Glass would honor her grandmother, putting Granny on her glare guard stickers in the race. She ran the best 5K of her career with a time of 19:10. The team was led by Mireia Gaurner with a 18:23 finish, Haley Sparks with an 18:44, Amber Moore with an 18:56 and Emma Love with an 19:07, helping the team to a second-place finish at the meet.
The Apache Band Boosters are raising money for the Gonzales ISD Band program by having a quilt drawing. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and can be purchased this Friday at the booster concession stand. The drawing will be held on November 8 during the regular season finale against Smithville. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Granella Hendrichs at 830-437-2036. (Courtesy photo)
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Thirty-five participants competed in 22 canoes and kayaks during this years Come And Take It Canoe Race, held at Lake Wood Recreation Area in Gonzales. Pictured above Jon Newcomb, Rebecca Newcomb, Clay Wyatt and Ian Rolls (not shown) get off to a good start in the Unlimited Division. At right top, the team of Tom Vandeveer, Michael Vandeveer, Jay Daniel, Cassy Daniel and Gaston Jones cruise into the finish line. Pictured at right, Melanie Grabowske and Craig Woodman pose with the trophy they received for finishing third in the Recreational Class. The duo also won the Cleanup Trophy. For full race results, see Scoreboard page C2. (Courtesy photos)
Lines on this map indicate the stretch of the Guadalupe River being considered for a regulations change by TPWD. (Courtesy photo) Cannon News Services ATHENS Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will hold a public meeting to take comments on changes being considered to the trout fishing regulations for the Guadalupe River below Canyon Lake Dam. The public meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the McKenna Events Center, Meeting Room A; 801 West San Antonio Street, New Braunfels. Current regulations for rainbow trout and brown trout on the Guadalupe River from the Canyon Lake Dam to the easternmost bridge crossing on FM 306 consist of a five-fish daily bag limit, and trout of any size may be harvested. For the section of the river downstream of the F.M. 306 bridge crossing to the second bridge crossing on the River Road, only trout 18 inches and longer may be harvested, and anglers are allowed to harvest one trout per day. Harvest is further restricted in this area to trout caught on artificial lures. Downstream of the second bridge crossing on the River Road, harvest regulations for trout revert back to the five-fish daily bag limit with trout of any size legal for harvest. TPWD is considering changing the regulations in the section of the Guadalupe River extending upstream from the easternmost F.M. 306 bridge crossing to a point 800 yards below the Canyon Lake dam. Harvest regulations would be changed to a 12- to 18-inch slot length limit (only trout smaller than 12 inches or 18 inches and longer may be harvested). Anglers would be allowed to harvest five trout, but only one trout 18 inches or longer could be harvested per day. Any trout harvested would have to be caught on artificial lures. The goal of the changes being considered is to increase survival of trout in this section of the river where water temperatures are most favorable during the summer months while maintaining the opportunity for harvest of trout smaller than 12 inches. The popular trout fishing area directly below the dam is not included in the section of river being considered for changes in harvest regulations and would not be affected by this change. Regulations there would remain at a five-fish daily bag limit with no minimum length limit. Expected benefits from the changes being considered are: 1) increased survival and angler catch of trout in the reach of the river that is most likely to have water temperatures favorable for trout to survive the summer months; and 2) maintain the opportunity for harvest of trout under 12 inches in the proposed regulations zone. For those unable to attend the public meeting, comments can be directed to Marcos De Jesus, Texas Parks and Wildlife, 505 Staples Road, San Marcos, TX 78666; marcos. dejesus@tpwd.texas.gov Rainbow trout have been stocked since 1966 in the Guadalupe River below Canyon Lake by TPWD and others through state/federal/private partnerships. Because of coldwater releases from Canyon Lake, water temperature remains suitable (below 70OF) for year-round survival of rainbow trout in most years. These unique habitat conditions laid the foundation for the creation of a popular and economically important trout fishery in this river. TPWD desires to further enhance this unique resource and provide quality fishing experiences for all anglers.
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