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LULING Luling school trustees on Monday voted to officially post that theyre taking applications for the superintendents job, but also indicated they think they already have who they want. Trustees unanimously named acting superintendent Marc Puig as the lone finalist for the superintendents job, although they will officially post the vacancy for the legal requireMarc Puig ment of 10 days. Puig was named to act in the job after the board voted 5-2 to dismiss superintendent David Davis in July. The Board is excited about Mr. Puig, Gonzales Police are seeking the publics help in identifying this board president Shane Watts said. He is man, who held up a Gonzales liquor store Tuesday night. (Courtesy LISD, Page A3 photo)
Police seek armed man in robbery

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Gonzales Police are seeking a suspect in the Tuesday-night armed robbery of a Gonzales liquor store. According to witnesses, at approximately 7:30 p.m., an Hispanic male entered the D&D Liquor Store in Gonzales store wielding a gun, and escaped with an unreleased amount of cash. He came in (with a gun) and took the money, said store manager Kathy Burrier, who was preparing to close up for the night when the intruder entered and threatened her.
Business owner Steve Wehlmann told The Cannon that the authorites will use the stores security camera video tape to help identify the suspect. Capt. Allen Taylor of the Gonzales Police Department said the weapon used in the attack appears to be a sawed-off shotgun. The suspect spoke clear English to the store manager, demanding the money. Authorities and witnesses described the suspect as a Hispanic male 30-40 years of age, approximately 5-8 or 5-9 and weighing between 180 and 200 pounds. ROBBERY, Page A3
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Gonzales County Commissioners on Monday lifted the countys burn ban after nearly nine months as the area prepared for its first cold front of the season. The burn ban was originally imposed Feb. 15 and lasted throughout the spring and summer months as Texas and the region suffered through its worst drought period in recorded history. While the county remains far short of its annual rainfall totals, County Judge David Bird noted that several surrounding counties, including Lavaca and Guadalupe Counties, have lifted or are COUNTY, Page A3
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DLaine Palacio was named the Homecoming Queen at Nixon-Smiley High School and Joe Medina was named Homecoming King during halftime ceremonies Friday.. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
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Billy Medford was named the Homecoming King and Adrianna Morales the Homecoming Queen during ceremonies in Luling Friday. (Photo courtesy Mickie Bailey)
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INDIANAPOLIS A Gonzales youngster has claimed third place nationally in a competition to restore old farm tractors. Kyle Day, representing the Gonzales FFA program, was named the third-place winner in the 2011 Delo Tractor Restoration Competition, it was announced Kyle Day of Gonzales works on his 1948 International Harvester Farmall M in this Friday. Day restored a 1948 photo from his workbook in the 2011 Delo Tractor restoration Competition. Day IH Farmall M, and received $1,500 as the third-place claimed third place nationally in the competition. (Courtesy Photo)
Local youngster takes third place in tractor contest
finisher. Day was one of 12 finalists invited to Indianapolis to participate in this years competition, which was part of the 84th National FFA Convention. Ryan Haass, representing Devine (Texas) FFA, was crowned champion for his restoration of a 1969 Case 530. He received a $5,000 prize.Eufaula, Ala., FFA DAY, Page A3
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Gonzales Police Department news release for the week of Oct. 24: 10/17/2011 Two 13 Year Old Females Issued Citations To Appear In City Court Charged With Disorderly Conduct At 400 Blk College St. 10/17/2011 Reported Theft At 500 Blk Qualls St. 10/17/2011 Reported Theft At 200 Blk Hwy 90-A. 10/18/2011 Reported Unauthorized Use Motor Vehicle At 900 Blk St. John St. 10/18/2011 16 Year Old Male Issued Citation To Appear In City Court Charged With Disruption Of Class At 1800 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 10/18/2011 Reported Theft At 100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 10/18/2011 Jason Dean Esparza 28 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Controlled Substance And Possession Of Marijuana At 900 Blk Cuero St. 10/19/2011 Carlos Luis Canales 26 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana At 800 Blk St. Joseph St. 10/19/2011 Mario Hernandez Cedillo 24 Of Waelder, Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 10/20/2011 Reported Theft At
1300 Blk St. Louis St. 10/20/2011 Reported Assault At 100 Blk Smith St. 10/21/2011 Reported Theft At 723 St. James St. By DAVE MUNDY 10/21/2011 Artemio Diaz 24 Of Cost Arrested And Charged manager@gonzalescannon.com With No Drivers License At 183 PLEASANTON Two Business. juveniles have been ap10/22/2011 Reported Assault prehended in connection At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 10/22/2011 Reported Bur- with breaking into the busglary Habitation At 1200 Blk St. ses carrying the Gonzales Joseph St. Apaches junior-high foot10/23/2011 Reported Crimiball teams during Thursnal Mischief At 183 South. 10/23/2011 Reported Bur- days games here. glary Motor Vehicle At 1700 Blk I talked with the PleasSeydler St.
Two youths arrested in school-bus burglary

mine. In any event, Pleasanton ISD officials said there would be an increased visibility of administrators and security in place for the varsity game Friday night. We take all incidents very seriously, said Linda Hall, public relations officer for the district. There will be consequences for those involved and there will be criminal consequences if necessary. Hall said the district wants to make the game atmosphere hospitable for visitors. We will have a very well-planned presence in place, with administrators on duty at the stadium and people watching the parking lot, she said. We welcome the foilks from Gonzales. No incidents were reported during Fridays varsity contest between the two schools. Following the juniorhigh games, some postings on Facebook appeared indicating there might have been a confrontation between youths from the two schools which preceded the vehicle burglary. Lock said he had received no such reports from his students, while Zella said an unknown adult may have averted trouble. I heard someone in the stands saying it looked like a fight down there, but when I looked up I saw a guy, an adult, who pulled over in his pickup truck and all the kids were running away, Zella said. I didnt hear any of the kids say anything else was said. Another parent of a player, Wendy Longoria, indicated the confrontation may have been between players whose game had already been played. My son called me and he said he and a few other guys were away from the field and these kids started throwing rocks at them and cussing at them, she said. He said they told their coaches and the coaches told them to go back and sit in the bleachers. He said when they got to the bus that whoever had broken in had cut open gym bags and backpacks.
Gonzales Co. Sheriffs Office Report

Gonzales County Sheriffs Office Sheriffs Report for Oct. 1622: 10/17/11 Evans, Damon Jabor, 04/1978, San Antonio. Local Warrant Driving while Intoxicated with Child under 15 YOA. Requires $20,000 Bond. Bexar County Warrant Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 >4 G <200 G. Bexar County Warrant Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by Felon. Bexar County Warrant Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 2 <1 G. Transferred to Bexar County. Mendoza, Felipe Rodriguez, 03/1983, San Antonio. Local Warrant Driving while Intoxicated. Requires $1,500 Bond. Immigration Detainer. Remains in Custody. 10/18/11 Medina, Robert Garcia, Jr. 03/1982, Smiley. Guadalupe County Warrant Possession of Marijuana <2 oz. Requires $1,000 Bond. Remains in Custody. 10/20/11 McDonald, John Angus, 07/1975, Nixon. Local Warrant Speeding. Requires $213.00 Fine. Local Warrant Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility. Requires $415.00 Fine. Released on PR Bond. Johnson, Dominique D., 04/1977, Houston. Local Warrant Criminal Nonsupport. Requires $3,000 Bond. Remains in Custody. Russell, John David, 04/1983, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Burglary of a Habitation. Remains in Custody. 10/21/11 Medina, Laurino Longoria, Jr., 01/1948, Nixon. Local Warrant Public Intoxication. Requires $425.10 Fine. Local Warrant Public Intoxication. Requires $240.00 Fine. Local Warrant No Seatbelt Passenger. Requires $144.00 Fine. Commitment/ Sentence Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 <1 G. Remains in Custody. Barefield, Christina Denise, 04/1986, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Fraud Use Possession of Identifying Information. Guadalupe County Warrant Theft of Property >$20 <$500 by Check. Requires $1,000 Bond. Remains in Custody. Total Arrest, Court Commitments, other agency arrest and processings: GCSO DPS GPD WPD NPD Constable DWCSO DEA TPW GCAI Total 08 01 10 01 03 00 00 00 00 00 23
DeWitt Co. Sheriffs Office Report

DeWitt County Sheriffs Office report for week of Oct. 14-20: Jail Average Daily Count -75; Inmates Housed for Other Agencies -8 October 14, 2011 Corey Parker, 23, of Corpus Christi, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DCSO Ronald Saunders, 22, of Yorktown, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1000, DCSO Gerald Saunders, 22, of Nordheim, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DCSO Willis Garner, 27, of Victoria, Parole Violation, No Bond, Failure To Appear/ Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence, Bond of $1000, Capias Pro Fine/ Driver Not Secured by Seatbelt, Fine of $233.20, Capias Pro Fine/ No Texas Drivers License, Fine of $313.30, DCSO Antonio Molina III, 34, of Victoria, Driving While Intoxicated 2nd, Bond of $1500, DPS Stephen Stock, 43, of Cuero, Driving While Intoxicated With Child under 15 Years of Age, Bond of $7500, DPS Guadalupe Gamez, 26, of Cuero, Possession of Control Substance PG2 (A), Bond of $1000, Public Intoxication, Contact Judge Mayer, DPS Elias Hernandez, 22, of Cuero, Possession of Controlled Substance, Bond of $1000, Public Intoxication, Contact Judge Mayer, DPS Robert Garcia, 33, of Cuero, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1000, Possession of Control Substance PG2 (A), Bond of $1000, Driving While License Invalid, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Joel Chipps, 18, of Cuero, Revocation of Probation/ Burglary of a Building, No Bond, DCSO October 15, 2011 Jonathan Ray Escobedo, 23, of Kenedy, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1000, DPS Jose Angel Flores, 30, of Yorktown, Assault Causes Bodily Injury Date/Family/House, Bond of $10,000, Criminal Mischief GT500 LT1500, Bond of $1000, Terroristic Threat, Bond of $1000, CPD Joe Anthony Wilson, 45, of Goliad, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Cory Raymond Pond, 21, of Arizona, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, YKTPD Cody Allemond, 21 Louisiana, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, Edna PD Felipe Cortez, 20, of Victoria, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, YKTPD Derek Matthew Lampert, 20, of Washington, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, YKTPD Robin Christopher Barnette, 40, of Cuero, Public Intoxication, Contact Court, VCSO Shelby Cochran, 19, of Yorktown, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, VCSO October 16, 2011 Bobby Rickman, 39, of Victoria, Driving While Intoxicated w/ Child under 15 Years of Age, Bond of $7,500, DPS Allen Matthew White, 30, of San Antonio, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1,000, DPS Victoria Lee Whitaker, 26, of Laredo, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, CPD Justin Ybarbo, 19, of Goliad, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Raina Taylor, 19, of Boerne, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DCSO Terry Ann Creswell, 31, of Pettus, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, PLPD Ralph Cruz Valadez, 27, of Laredo, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DCSO John Gonzalez, 25, of Nordheim, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Thomas Trcka, 47, of Round Rock, Public Intoxication, Contact Court, DPS Gary Garvon Evans, 22, of Rockport, Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, Open Container, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Jonathan Ray Perez, 21, of Cuero, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1,000 , DPS Kenneth Russell Kahn, 25, of Smiley, Driving While Intoxicated, Bond of $1,000 , DPS Joe Barnes, 33, of Yorktown, Assault Causes Body Injury, Bond of $1,000 , Public Intoxication, 30 Days to Pay, CPD Adam Paul Garcia, 23, of Cuero, Possession of Marijuana Lt 2oz, Bond of $1,000 , DPS Jorge Louis Bueno, 24, of Inez, Driving While Intoxicated 2nd, Bond of $1,500 , Driving While License Invalid, Bond of $1,000 , DPS Daniel Owens, 23, of Rockport, Driving While Intoxicated/Open Container, Bond of $1,000 , Possession of Controlled Substance, Bond of $1,000 , Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, 30 Days to Pay, DPS Ernest Rosales III, 25, of Victoria, Driving While License Invalid, Fine of $267, Speeding 11-15 above Limit, Fine of $367, Fail to Appear on Cause #11-1530, Fine of $216, DCSO David Strobel, 37, of Bald Knob, Arkansas, Assault Causes Bodily Injury / Family Violence, Bond of $1,000, Cuero PD Willie Edwards, 37, of Salado, Possession of Marijuana LT 2 Oz, Bond of $1,000, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Contact Court upon Release, DPS Monte Greer, 54, of Austin, Possession of Marijuana LT 2 Oz, Bond of $1,000, DPS Daniel Traweek, 32, of Austin, Burglary of a Building (Travis County), Bond of $10,000, Burglary of a Building (Travis County), Bond of $5,000, DCSO October 17, 2011 Austin Robison, 26, of Cuero, Hunt from Vehicle from a Public Roadway, Bond of $1,000, Texas Parks & Wildlife Mary Lou Mathis, 37, of Yorktown, Violation of Probation / Forgery Financial Instrument, No Bond, DCSO Jessica Strait, 26, of Yorktown, Violation of Probation / Count II Misapplication Fiduciary Property, Bond of $20,000, DCSO October 18, 2011 Ruben Perez Alvarez, 22, of Cuero, Class C / Reckless Driving (Time Served), Class C / No Drivers License (Time Served), Class C / Failure to Display Inspection Certificate (Time Served), Cuero PD, Illegal Entry, No Bond, DCSO Brandon Baker, 18, of Cuero, Violation of Probation/Burglary of Building, Bond of $1,000 , CPD Clifton Boerm, 52, of Yorktown, Indecency W/Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000 DCSO Roy Delarosa, 44, of Cuero, Violation of Probation/ Theft of Property Gt=$1,500LT=$20, Kerr Co, No Bond, DCSO Richard Gloshen, 21, of Cuero, Capias Pro Fine/Fail To Yield Right Way, Fine of $339.30, CPD John Alan Wilson, 46, of Victoria, Prohibited Substance Correctional Facility/Alcohol/Drug/ Phone/Tobacco, Bond of $10,000 , IOIG Francisco Moreno, 21, of Alvin, Bond Forfeiture/Prohibited Substance in Correctional Facility, Bond of $10,000 , Bail Jumping and Fail To Appear, Bond of $50,000 , DCSO Laura Hernandez, 21, of Ganado, Theft of Property GT=$20 LT=500 By Check, Bond of $1,000 , Theft of Property GT=$20 LT=500 By Check, Bond of $1,000 , Scurry Co, Bond of $1,000 , DCSO Rudy Pompa, 36, of Yorktown, Capias Pro Fine/Violate Promise To Appear, Fine of $585 , Capias Pro Fine/Violate Promise To Appear, Fine of $585 , Capias Pro Fine/Driving While License Invaild, Fine of $551.20, Capias Pro Fine/No Expired Vehicle Registration, Fine of $417.30, Indecency With Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000 , Indecency With Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000 , Indecency With Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000 , DCSO
anton police this morning and they told me they got the guy, Gonzales ISD Athletic Director Ricky Lock said Friday morning. The Pleasanton ISD confirmed that two male juveniles had been detained in connection with the breakin, during which players clothing, change and sundry personal items were reportedly stolen. A spokesman for the school-district police could not immediately confirm if the property had been recovered. One Gonzales fan attending the game, Raymie Zella, said a number of parents watching the junior high squads noticed someone trying to break into cars in the lot. We were in the bleachers and saw this Cadillac driving with its lights off in the parking lot, it looked like they were trying to find cars that werent locked, he said. One of them was
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Today in Texas History

October 27, 1891 On this day in 1891, the Pan American Railway was chartered by a group of Boston investors to connect Victoria, Texas, with Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The residents of Victoria, anxious to have an independent rail outlet to compete with the Southern Pacific-controlled lines radiating from the city, offered a $150,000 bonus to the company. By August 1892 the line had been completed from Victoria to the Guadalupe River, a distance of ten miles, but funds were not available to bridge the river. Victoria refused to pay any installment on the bonus until additional mileage had been constructed. No regular trains were ever operated on the Pan American, and the track was soon abandoned.
Yoakum Police Report

tion. 10/22/11 Case #11-419, Theft-SJF, 203 W. Gonzales; Complainant, Family Dollar; Disposition, Investigation. 10/23/11 Building, 404 Texas; Complainant, Cuellar, Jessie; Disposition, Investigation. Case #11-421, Att. BurglaryResidence, 315 E. Grand; Complainant, Williams, Heather; Disposition, Investigation.
Yoakum Police Department Weekly Report for Oct. 17-23: 10/18/11 Case #11-400, Warrant Arrest, Franklin, Alfunco, 45, Yoakum, 105 Ellen Way; Offense, W#L2011-14388-Theft-SJF; Disposition, Bond/$30,000/Trans/ LCSO. Case #11-414, Burglary-Building, 1001 US 77A S; Disposition, Investigation. Case #11-415, Burglary-Residence, 112 Lester; Disposition, Investigation. 10/20/11 Case #11-416, Burglary-Building, 1000 S. Park; Disposition, Investigation. 10/21/11 Case #11-417, Burglary-Building, 104 McKinnon; Disposition, Investigation. Case #170298, Warrant Arrest, Harper, Haywood, 61, Yoakum, 900 Irvine; Offense, W#10202011-01888601-Parole October 20, 2011 Viol. Disposition, Trans/DCSO. Ethan Elliot Sanchez, 19, Case #11-418, Burglary-Buildof Yorktown, Capias Pro Fine/ ing, 800 W. Grand; Complainant, Speeding (31 and Above), Fine of Yoakum Independent School $373 , DCSO District; Disposition, Investiga-
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an individual who has met and exceeded our expectations. We are excited to give Mr. Puig an opportunity to (demonstrate) his vision for the district. Puig had served as the districts assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction. He joined Luling ISD after serving as an assistant principal and administrator in the Mount Pleasant ISD under Davis. Watts said the district has endured several rough months, and thanked district residents for standing with the board. This has been a troubling time for the Luling ISD, Watts said. This has been a time of transition for this district. We want to thank our patrons for their patience and support. Davis was placed on administrative leave in July following the results of a Texas Education Agency audit which indicated several irregularities, and the board moved Monday to further streamline financial accountability standards in the district. Trustees approved several policy recommendations by Puig and chief financial officer Stephanie Timms regarding donations, solicitations and fund-raising activities and accounts. Trustees also approved a revised lease agreement with North Oil Co. to reflect that companys changed contractual status with a third party company. The lease authorizes North Oil to tap possible oil deposits under the Luling High School prop-
erty via an off-campus drilling project. In other action Monday, the board received a project report from Eagle Scout candidate Zachary Watts of Troop 103, who displayed his plans to install an outdoor music garden at Shanklin Elementary. The project would be financed with private donations and installed in the spring of 2012. Puig also made a presentation to the board on the districts recently-revised grading policy and adjustments being made to that policy. The district recently moved to make tests account for 70 percent of students grades and daily work make up 30 percent, a shift from a previous 60-40 policy. Puig told the board that a study commitee monitoring the policy with staff, teacher, parent and student input indicated general approval of the percentages but recommended more-frequent tests so that one bad performance on an individual assessment doesnt carry as much weight. Teachers will also be able to give students half-credit for missed test questions once students master those learning objectives, he said. Grades should promote academic growth and mastery of standards, not be a punishment, he said. Trustees also recognized Technology Department employees Rutty Decou, Laura Richter and Robert Caraway for their efforts by presenting them with the Soaring Eagle Award.
Soaring Eagle award
The Luling ISD Board of Trustees on Tuesday presented its annual Soaring Eagle award to the districts technology department, headed up by Rutty Decou (center). With Decou are trustees (from left) Sherri Gibson, Evelyn Hanson, Harold Hoffmeister, Karen Svoboda, Gabriel Ayala and Shane Watts. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
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Fayette raid breaks up alleged illegal gambling operation

Deputies from Fayette County, along with those from other agencies, have shut down what they say was a gambling operation known as The Point. Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reports that on Thursday, Oct. 20, at about 6:30 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff s Office executed a search warrant at 1200 East State Loop 543, better known to locals as The Point convenience store. This was one of seven search warrants executed simultaneously from Williamson, Bastrop and into Fayette Counties. This search warrant was a result of an almost two year investigation into gambling, money laundering, and multiple violations of Tax laws, said Korenek. Navaid Ahmed Khan, 47, of Bastrop (formerly of La Grange) was arrested and charged with Gambling Promotion and Engaging in Organized Crime. More charges are expected to be filed through the Comptrollers Office for taxing violation. Two other Fayette County residents are expected to be charged with Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity over the next week. The names of the two others are being withheld until the investigation is completed.
The suspect has short brown hair and wore a bandana-type head wrap. In the video, the man is seen wearing a blue windbreaker or jacket over a white shirt, Taylor collected fingerprints from the scene and will examine them with other evidence on Wednesday. He confirmed that no one was injured during the robbery,
and told The Cannon that Burrier made the right decision when confronted by the armed robber. She just handed the money over, and that was outstanding, Taylor said. Because no one was hurt, thats whats most important. If you have any information about this crime or the identity of the suspect, please call the Gonzales Police Department at (830) 672-8686.
The Sheriff s Office seized several illegal gaming machines, cash and the convenience store itself, pending forfeiture proceedings. Judge Jeff Steinhauser signed the warrant to search the business.
Navaid Khan
COUNTY: Commissioners vote to lift outdoor burn ban

planning to lift their burn bans, and suggested letting the ban lapse on the date originally planned, Nov. 5. The numbers (drought index), even with the recent rain, have been high, Bird said. Lavaca and Guadalupe counties have lifted theirs. Guadalupe County has had a little more rain than we have. Bird said he had consulted county fire marshall Keith Schmidt, who told him conditions remain ripe for wildfires even after recent rainfall. I talked to Keith Schmidt about it, Bird said. He appreciated us not lifting it immediately after the rain. But hes okay with it now. Commissioner Kevin LaFleur noted he had been approached by a number of interests seeking to have the ban lifted, and Commissioner K.O. Dell Whiddon also remarked the area is again expecting rain accompanying the seasons first cold front late this week. We ought to lift it, let people do their burning and see how the Fire Department does, LaFleur said. If they start having problems, then well put the ban back on. Whiddon made a motion to lift the ban effective immediately, and should conditions warrant, we can revisit it our next meeting. His motion drew no objections. Commissioners questioned the wisdom and legality of providing liability insurance for the private vehicle of an unpaid volunteer deputy sheriff, even when that vehicle is used for county business.
Sheriff Glenn Sachtleben asked Commissioners to provide the $480 a year in liability insurance when the deputy is on county business using his personal vehicle, but Commissioner Donnie Brzozowski remarked that if the deputy is representing the county, the vehicle needs to be marked. I came through Bebe the other day and saw him working traffic, and his vehicle was not marked, Brzozowski said. Anybody can buy a red light. I got a real problem with the county furnishing liability for a vehcile thats not marked. Commissioner Otis S. Bud Wuest questioned whether a county vehicle could be furnished to the volunteer during the times he is on duty. Brzozowski said hed been informed by the state Attorney Generals office the county should not provide the insurance. TAG told me it would be a misappropriation of funds, Brzozowski said. Bird suggested the county submnit a formal question to the attorney generals office before deciding the matter. We will reduce our question to writing, he said. In other action Monday, the court voted to assign parking spaces to employees of several agencies using the county annex to ensure their safety during off-hours; voted to lower fees paid to jurors for the second and succeeding days of service from $40 to $34 after the state legislature reduced its reimbursement to local govermnments; tabled approval of a permit for roadside utility excavation; and set the county holiday and Commissioners Court meeting schedules for 2012.
Kyle Days restored 1948 International Harvester Farmall M. (Courtesy photo)
DAY: Gonzales youth takes 3rd

was voted Reserve Champion for its restoration of a 1968 Massey Ferguson, and received a prize of $3,000. Chevron Lubricants, maker of the Delo brand of technologically advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, sponsored the competition. The Delo Tractor Restoration Competition has the ability to inspire kids to do things they may never have done, or even thought possible, said Channing Reeder of the Chevron Products Company. The program encourages participants to interact with their teachers, advisors, family, friends and community and provides them with experiences they can draw upon in their future
careers. Being involved with a program that inspires kids to ask questions, interact, learn, and in the end accomplish the incredible, is something Chevron and its Delo brand are very proud of. Although we can only crown one winner, we salute all the competitors for their incredible work. Entrants were required to submit a workbook detailing the entire tractor restoration process, from mechanical overhauls of the engine, transmission and auxiliary and ancillary systems, to the external appearance of the tractors. The 12 finalists presented their projects to a panel of five professional tractor restorers at the National FFA Convention. Projects were graded on restoration process, results and
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Heed the 99 percent

Rich Lowry
Far from the street thepays 15 percent less than it ater and lefty ravings of the did five years ago even as Occupy Wall Street protest, health insurance costs are up ordinary people are posting over 175 percent. Expressing dispatches about their ecoa characteristic plaint in an nomic struggles at the We era of stagnating income, he Are the 99 Percent Web says Everything costs more, page. If you put aside theRich Lowry is editor of the Na- yet I make less! political rants, the storiestional Review and a syndicated Many of those posting their columnist for King Features are a stark pointillist por-Syndicate. stories are members of the trayal of the grinding misworking class or struggling ery of the Great Recession. middle class. There is an undercurrent of And Bank of America has very little family breakdown -- the woman whose to do with it. The recession has added a husband left her after 30 years, the hardlayer of joblessness on top of punishingly pressed single moms. There are tales of dysfunctional and expensive health-care men losing decent-paying jobs and findand higher-education systems. Despite ing nothing comparable. themselves, the people posting at the 99 The puerile ideology of Occupy Wall Percent page arent really making an im- Street is irrelevant to all of this. Goldman plicit case for burning down the finan- Sachs could be dissolved tomorrow and cial system, but for blowing up how we the wealth of the 1 percent confiscated, handle health care and higher education. and it wouldnt make college or health College students and recent graduates care cheaper, or create one new job. If the are overrepresented. Their complaint revolution yearned for by the protestcomes down to too much debt, and too ers is insipid, theres no doubt that the few job opportunities to get out from un- moment calls for bold economic reforms der it. Theres the guy with the masters and a rethinking of health care and highfrom Harvard who owes $60,000 and er education. lives off temp jobs. Theres the woman President Barack Obamas misbegotwho is paying her $50,000 debt and the ten contribution is a health-care law that $20,000 debt for her 22-year-old daugh- wont control costs and will insure more ter. And on and on. people only while making the current The representatives of these debt-bur- system more unsustainable. Republicans dened graduates shouldnt be at Zuccotti often dont even bother to try to connect Park, but at the American Association of their program to the troubles of workers University Professors or some other arm down the income scale. The leading esof the academic complex that gouges stu- tablishment Republican presidential candents. College tuition has been increasing didate, Mitt Romney, wants to cut their at a rapid clip. Does anyone believe that capital-gains taxes. The leading tea party higher ed is getting constantly better? Its presidential candidate, Herman Cain, an inflationary spiral, partly driven by a wants to raise their taxes. federal student-loan program that feeds If nothing else, We Are the 99 Perthe maw of the beast regardless of quality cent is a reminder that the suffering is or outcomes. real. Another running theme is the high cost of health care and the lack of insurRich Lowry is editor of the National ance. One man writes of his job that Review.
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A couple of weeks back, acceptable because a difDances with I opined that we need to ferent sub-demographic Chihuahuas ask hard questions and failed at too high a rate one of the questions I white students. Only asked rustled up a lot of 43 percent of the schools response on our website white students passed the at gonzalescannon.com. math exam. General I contended in my colIt was my contention in umn that the higher failthe column that it is the Manager ure rate among Africanpopular culture generally American students on associated with and most the state-mandated tests often adopted by todays at the high-school level is due more to a kids of the lower socio-economic strata cultural issue than it is a school- or dis- that plays a dominant role in determintrict-related problem. ing student success. While that culture is A number of commenters took issue based on life on urban streets in predomiwith that, with a couple of them contend- nantly black areas, it is by no means liming that all too often black children are ited to infecting just African-American not challenged the way white students are. kids. Admittedly, it could be made that both We glorify pop stars, rappers and athpoints are equally valid. And neither even letes and make fun of nerds. Televibroaches the third influence I mentioned: sion has become a baby-sitter for many the curriculum and methodology being economically disadvantaged families, and used in public education today. kids growing up are taught from an early Gonzales High School was slapped age that being Bart Simpson is cool, while with an Academically Unaccptable rat- being Lisa is not. ing because too many African-American We idealize flash which lacks substance. students failed the math and science ex- We do music videos featuring performams on the state tests. The numbers of ers rolling in cash made from crime and students identified as Economically Dis- violence, surrounded by scantily-clad, sexadvantaged passing those tests were only starved vixens. And we fail to correct the a few percentage points better, but within misconceptions kids get because too many the states Academically Acceptable rat- of us just dont have the time these days. ings. One of my commenters said part of the The problem is most assuredly not problem is that too many of us wont get unique to GHS. Statewide, black students involved, that it takes a village to raise trailed every other sub-demographic in a child. But todays sue-happy society passing rates among every one of the state makes a lot of us think twice, while many tests, and far fewer black students earned others are afraid to intervene to correct commended status on those tests. these kids because of the way violence On the states exit-level exams given to predominates the urban culture. 11th graders in the spring of 2011, for exI reject the village approach, even ample, some 90 percent of students passed while admitting theres a grain of truth the math test and 91 percent passed the to the argument. One of the problems science test. Among African-American of our society is that we keep waiting for students, those numbers were 83 percent someone else to take action, and all too and 86 percent. often we expect the government to be that Those numbers are skewed most by someone else. environment, and todays environment If you have kids, the best way to ensure is polluted by a culture which cuts across their academic success no matter what racial lines. your skin color or economic status is to Take San Antonios Sam Houston High challenge them first in the home and get School, where state numbers identify 81 actively involved in the learning process. percent of the student body as being eco- Dont let the TV be your babysitter, and nomically disadvantaged. Black students dont let some cretin with gold braces in a make up the majority of the student pop- music video be your spelling teacher. ulation, and the school had only 56 perMost of all, set the example. Quit trying cent of black students pass the math test to be a teenage street thug yourself: pull and 67 percent pass the science test. up your britches and learn not only how Interestingly enough, Sam Houston to use the word No! around your kids also earned a rating of Academically Un- learn how to enforce it.
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While President Obama because of public sector. has been touring the midThe economy is too weak Atlantic state attacking to support a so many pubRepublicans for their George lic sector employees. To opposition to his jobs correct Reids comment, Rodriguez bill, he has repeatedly goverment workers have surrounded himself with the lowest unemploypublic sector employees. ment rate of any industry At the same time, Senate or class recorded, at 4.7 Majority Leader Harry George Rodriguez is a San Anto- percent, while the national nio resident and the first Hispanic Reid stated that it is very in the nation to lead a Tea Party or- unemployment rate is 9.1 clear that private sector ganization. He is a former official percent nearly twice that jobs are doing just fine. in the U.S. Justice Dept. during the of public sector workers. Reagan Administration. Its the public sector jobs Liberals at the national, where we have lost huge state and local levels of numbers. These two examples show government need to be held accounthow Obama and liberals want to grow able for the economy. Do they want to the public sector. buy votes with public sector jobs just However, we must ask ourselves, who as political bosses have always done, or pays public sector employees? Who are they interested in letting the free pays for public sector employees sal- market and economic liberty make aries and benefits? It comes from the America number one in the world private sector and from the tax payer. again? The next question we should ask is The pubic sector needs to shrink if the private sector is suffering, where substantially so that the national debt do they get more money for more pub- can lowered. We cannot spend more to lic sector employees? Should the pri- get out of debt. We cannot dig a deeper vate sector and the tax payer go deeper hole to get out of the one were in alinto debt, or dig deeper into pockets ready. that already empty? Obama and the liberals believe in Those simple questions dont seem greater federal involvement and control to matter to Obama and the liberals. in economy and personal lives of AmeriTheir answer is simply to tax the rich cans, which is clearly a socialist model. more. But what happens when the rich To them, the public sector is more immove their money and their factories portant than the private sector. off-shore or to other countries? Who Unfortunately, they have not noticed pays for investing large sums into in- that socialism has not worked anywhere dustrial growth and development? except in the minds of socialists. All we have to do is look at the rust The private sector is suffering because belt in northern states to see what of the economic uncertainty caused by happened when steel unions and gov- the huge federal debt. We cannot spend ernment regulations became too much more money on creating more public for the steel industry to compete with sector jobs. Cut the spending, stop the cheaper production in other countries. regulations, and let the private sector Today, the private sector is suffering grow. Thats what will work.
Dear Editor, Many Texans believe that the government shouldnt require insurance plans to cover prescription birth control. Initially, Viagra treats physical ailments, while pregnancy is not a disease but a natural condition. According to Harvard Health Publication, not only does Viagra treat erectile dysfunction, but its also used for pulmonary hypertension. Also, institutions and private employers could object to being forced to provide coverage for hormonal birth control, namely the Pill, which the World Health Organization has classified as a Class 1 carcinogen. This means it can cause cancer. In 2005 the WHOs International Agency for Research announced the classification due to the Pills documented negative effects on the risks of breast, cervical, and liver cancers. Numerous studies support this classification. The 2006 Mayo Clinic Proceedings demonstrate that women who use the Pill four years or longer prior to their first full-term pregnancy have a 52 percent higher risk of breast cancer than women not on the Pill. The National Institute of Health documents that the Pill increases the risk for cervical cancer: Women who have used the Pill for five years or more have a greater risk of cervical cancer than women who have never used it. The risk is higher after 10 years of use. If a woman wants prescription contraceptives, opt for a plan with coverage or pay for it outright. The government shouldnt force employers and institutions to cover a drug which doesnt treat diseases, but in some cases has been shown to cause them. Mary Ann Wenske Moulton
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Dear Editor, In regards to garage sales, I have been shopping garage sales for 34 years. At first, it was for fun and then I became disabled. Money was tight and all of a sudden it was my way to supply my household items. I mean everything clothes, jewelry, furniture, pots and pans, towels, and on and on. Presenting a city ordinance on all is not fair. What about the poor and needy who cant shop even dollar stores, much less WalMart? In essence, why punish all when a select few have yards that are 365 days-a-year garage sales? I know which ones they are. Fine those select few, but dont punish us all because of them. City council, do your job and return to no permit garage sales! Do it for the poor and indigent, its our livelihood. Its our only day of fun and activity. Laura Maiorka Gonzales Im sure you have heard some time or another that cell phones cause cancer. We have all heard about your nephews cousins brothers aunts best friend who reportedly got a tumor on her brain because her cellphone irradiated her. Last week the largest study to date has shown that there is no link between long term use of mobile phones and tumors of the brain or central nervous system. According to the British Medical Journal, an 18-year study of 358,403 mobile phone users was finished in 2007 and the information was compiled and released last week . The fear has been that the continuous exposure to radio-wave radiation from our cell phones, in our pockets, on our belts, and against our ears would damage and mutate our cells nearby and cause them to unnaturally begin reproducing other damaged cells. (Cancer, by definition) This latest study follows on the heels of five other international studies that have the same findings: No Change in Tumor Incidence with Cell Phone Use. I remember, when I was in Junior High School, there were recurring rumors that people who lived by electric transmission lines had high occurrences of cancer. There were even stories that supported the anti- electric supporters like: the dairy farmer living in Wisconsin, near high voltage utility company transmission lines that couldnt turn out the lights in his barn. Even with the switches in the off position, night after night after he had finished his chores, hed go back out to the barn to find the light bulbs still glowing. Since the light was disturbing the milk cows, decreasing their production, he decided to just take the bulbs out. Imagine his shock when the bulbs still glowed even out of the fixtures. Can this be true? Yes it can. I have actually done it. The electricity in the air, excites the gas in a fluorescent bulb and causes it to glow, even just held in your hand. So is it true? Do high voltage transmission lines increase the rates of cancer? Although the arguments still rage concerning the large transmission lines and towers, the normal distribution lines that go to neighborhoods and homes have been shown to pose no threat at all. So does the huge amount of electrical, magnetic, or radio wave radiation actually pose a significant health hazard? Look at the numbers from the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission: 50% of an average persons annual ra-
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Steve Scott is a former science teacher at Gonzales High School.
diation comes from natural sources like, the dirt, bricks, granite, air, our food and space (cosmic and solar radiation). Another 48% of our radiation exposure comes from medical procedures, like x-rays and nuclear medicine. The other 2% of exposure come from other manmade sources, like consumer products and occupational and industrial sources. Bottom linethe latest long-term studies show that normal use of our consumer products will not significantly increase our exposure to damaging radiation, but as far as sticking your head in a microwave oven and turning it on dont press your luck. Send your science related questions or comments to sciguy@gonzalescannon.com
Newspaper recycling bin wont return to town
Suggestions for making driving in area safer
Dear Editor: I live in Cost and work in Gonzales, so I drive Highway 97 West and U.S. Highway 183 South twice every day. I am aware of the speed limit on each road, so I always set my cruise to the appropriate speed. However, many other drivers must be unaware of the speed limit and safe road conduct. Today I was driving south on 183 about 6:15 PM. A taupe, four-door pickup raced past me going at least 70 mph, cut in front of me to turn on 97, then proceeded to slam on his brakes and turn left into the Circle G parking lot at the front of the store. The sudden deceleration of his vehicle caused me to brake forcefully and drive partially in the ditch so I wouldnt rearend him. This type of incident has happened to me on several occasions, but has never been as hazardous as today. There are some ways to make the roads safer for all drivers and passengers. The front entrance at Circle G on Highway 97 should be permanently closed and traffic rerouted to the entrance at the back of the store. Additional speed limit signs are needed between Circle G and Gonzales. This stretch of highway should also be patrolled more thoroughly and effectively to apprehend unsafe drivers. These changes could make for a safer, more pleasant drive. Lu Fullilove Gonzales
Dear Editor, I have just talked to Julie Young with Abibow in San Antonio and Abibow still will not return the newpaper recycling bin to Gonzales. Julie stated in an April email that the bin has been here twice and the company has canceled it each time due to very low tonnage and high hauling charges, and hauling charges are even higher now. So the source for the people of Gonzales to get their newspapers recycled has dried up. Sorry. The only legal option now is Green Guy in San Marcos, a most comprehensive recycling center, 937 Hwy 80, behind San Mar Plaza Shopping Center, with 24 hour drop off service (43 miles from Gonzales). I am however still hopeful that H.E.B., once the new store opens next year, will have a way set up for us to bring certain plastics there for recylcing, in addition to plastic bags. Other sources for recycling located in Gonzales are: City of Gonzales Bulky Waste Drop-Off (can get mulch here too) 672-3192, 1920 St. Joseph; East Ave. Elementary Collects aluminum cans for resale to fund monthly celebrations where students are rewarded and Coca Cola Lids and Box Codes. (Contact Ms. Gregory, 672-2826, Ext. 6990); A&S Recycling - 1819 E. Highway 97, 672-7739, Aluminum and Metals; H.E.B. - Plastic bags - Lets try to use cloth bags instead of plastic whenever possible; Post Office, Gonzales - Large container in foyer of post office for junk mail. Jo Ann Leifeste Gonzales
The value of multivitamins

Whats one of the best and chepest insurance policies you can buy? Well some experts consider it a bottle of multivitamins. Vitamins are substances that your body needs to grow and function the right way, ones your body cant produce by itself. Not everyone agrees a multivitamin is necessary for all people. After all, if your diet is well balanced, you can get many of the vitamins you need from food. But a multivitamin may still be smart, no matter how much organiz produce or whole grains you eat. Growing evidence indicates that several vitamins can help ward off serious diseases such as cancer, osteoporosis and heart disease. Plus, it is really hard to get the right amounts of some vitamins through diet alone. For example, youd need to eat eight servings of fruits or four to six servings of vegetables daily to get the required amount of folic acid. This is an essential nutrient thas been shown to lower the risk of birth defects and colon cancer. A multivitamin is even more important in cases like these: You are pregnant or trying to become pregnant; Youre aging or have another condition making it harder to absorb nutrients; You have an illness that is depleting your bodys nutrients; Youre a strict vegetarian; You are on a restricted diet. I can guide you in selecting a multivitamin thats right for you. First, Id
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Sharon Raley is a certified pharmacist with Mohrmanns Drug Store in downtown Gonzales.
Parent: GHS not sympathetic to daughters illness
Political labeling only divides us, not unites
Dear Editor, The Following Political Groups Republicans, Tea Party, Democrats, Progressives, Liberals, Socialists, Independents, Libertarians, Conservatives, Moderates, Lobbyists, Special Interests all have one thing in common: Labeling. As history as shown, Labeling fellow human beings is destructive and destroys and divides a homeland from within. Whatever happened to just being a loyal American citizen of the United States? Rick Sulik Gonzales
Master Gardeners say thanks for support
Dear Editor, The Gonzales Master Gardeners would like to thank everyone in the community who came out and supported our rummage sale fundraiser last Saturday. A special thank you also goes out to those who generously donated items for the sale. The proceeds from the sale will be used to build teaching gardens at the Fair Street Exploratorium for local school children and their teachers. Julianna Hennig Gonzales Master Gardeners
Dear Editor, I would like to inform everyone that the adminstration at Gonzales High School is not concerned with their students well being. Recently my daughter has been having several medical issues. During her second hospital stay the administration dared to question the validity of the note from the hospital to excuse her absences. When my husband and I tried to discuss our situation with this person, they flat out refused to offer any assistance or even ask how she has been doing after her most recent hosptial stay. The person didnt even blink an eye when we decided to switch school districts. (Yes, parents you do have choices!) I thought that this person and other school officials would have tried to make school as welcoming and helpful as possible, but boy was I wrong. It was not like we were asking for special privliges. So now I know why so many kids leave GHS before graduation. They are just a number and dollar amount to these people. I did contact the district admistration and found no help there either. I am ashamed of how my alma mater has treated my daughter and myself. For the record my daughter was never in trouble, had As and Bs, was the head section leader of the trumpets in the Mighty Apache Band, and she only missed school for her hospital stays and doctor appointments. Thanks, GHS for tossing one of your very good students to the curb. Yssa Schulte Gonzales
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check to see if you have any allergies to vitamins and whether a multivitamin might interact poorly with any of your medications. Here are a couple of general guidelines to follow. Know that a store-brand multivitamin is just as good as a name brand and cheaper, too. But steer clear of super-cheap vitamins in close-out or dollar stores. A Consumer Reports test showed that nearly half failed to contain the labeled amount of at least one nutrient, or they failed to dissolve properly. Pick a multivitamin with no more than 100 percent of the vitamins needed daily. Too much of a good thing can be harmful. But know that you may need extra of certain vitamins, such as Vitamin D, especially as you age. Id be glad to guide you on this. What is included in a one-a-day multivitamin? Available in tablets, chewables, capsules or liquids, multivitamins usually include the following: Vitamin D, which helps build bones and lowers the risk of colorectal cancer; Vitamin A, which aids the immune system and regulates cell growth. (Too much Vitamin A may raise the risk of bone fractures, however!) Carotenoids, which may help prevent cancer; Vitamins B6, B12 and E, which may help with heart health. Many multivitamins also include minerals such calcium or iron. How much you need also depends on your age and health. Ask me any questions you have. Remember: dont use your multivitamin as a crutch or an excuse to eat junk food. Theres no real substitute for eating healthy food. It offers unique advantages, such as fiber and other compounds that may help prevent disease. Have a pharmaceutical question? Email Sharon at rayraley@gmail.com.
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The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, October 22, 2011 had on hand: 1,617 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold $2-$4 higher. Packer cows sold steady. Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150300 lbs., $141-$151; 300-400 lbs, $147-$178; 400-500 lbs, $139$143; 500-600 lbs, $128-$133; 600-700 lbs., $119-$127; 700-800 lbs., $116-$119. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $92-$111. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150300 lbs, $129-$134; 300-400 lbs, $125-$132; 400-500 lbs, $122$124; 500-600 lbs., $118-$120; 600-700 lbs., $114-$119. Packers cows: Good lean utility and commercial, $43-$52; Cutters, $57-$70; Canners, $34$39; Low yielding fat cows, $51$64. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $71-$77.50; light weights and medium quality bulls, $59-$67. Stocker Cows: $525-$875. Pairs: $775-$975. Thank your for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa. com!
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heifers: 250-300 lbs, $106-$124; 300-350 lbs, $108-$133; 350400 lbs, $120-$127; 400-450 lbs, $118-$129; white bra, $170; 450500 lbs, $115-$125; 500-600 lbs, $103-$124; white bra, $135; 600700 lbs, $109-$120; white bra, $175; over 700 lbs, $87-$110. Agriculture has Hay and Grazing Hot Line set up for buyers and sellers looking for hay or grazing; the number is 1-877429-1998. The website for the hotline is: www.TexasAgricultue. gov/hayhotline South Texas: Coastal Bermuda: Small squares: FOB: Good to Premium 240.00-270.00, 8.00- 10.00 per bale; Good 210.00-240.00, 5.008.00 per bale. Large rounds: FOB: Good to Premium 160.00-170.00, 80.00110.00 per roll; Good 120.00160.00, 60.00-80.00 per roll. North, Central, and East Texas: Alfalfa: Small squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 330.00-365.00, 10.00-11.00 per bale; Good to Premium 275.00300.00, 9.00-10.00 per bale. Large squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 300.00350.00. Good to Premium 275.00-300.00. Fair to Good 250.00-275.00 Coastal Bermuda: Small squares: FOB: Good to Premium 250.00-300.00, 8.00-10.00 per bale; Good 200.00-250.00, 6.00-8.00 per bale. Large rounds: FOB: Good to Premium 170.00-200.00, 85.00110.00 per roll. Delivered: 230.00250.00. Peanut Hay: Large squares: Delivered: 235.00. Tipton 85: Small bales: FOB: 9.00 per bale. Rice Hay: Large rounds: Delivered: 70.00 per roll. Panhandle: Alfalfa: Small squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 330.00365.00, 10.00- 11.00 per bale; Good to Premium 270.00-330.00, 8.00-10.00 per bale. Large squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 300.00-350.00; Good to Premium 275.00-300.00. Fair to Good 260.00-275.00. Mixed Grass-Alfalfa: Delivered: Large bales: 240.00-270.00 Chopped Alfalfa: Delivered to feedlots: North: 290.00-325.00. South: 300.00-315.00. Corn Stover: Delivered: Large Bales 120.00-150.00. Sorghum Stovers: large bales: Delivered: 130.00-160.00. Sweet Pea Hay: Delivered: 140.00. West Texas: Alfalfa: Small squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 330.00365.00, 10.00-11.00 per bale; Good to Premium 270.00-330.00, 9.0010.00 per bale. Large squares: Delivered: Premium to Supreme 300.00-350.00; Good to Premium 275.00-300.00; Fair to Good 260.00-275.00. Source: USDA-TX Dept of Ag Market News Service, Amarillo, TX
Texas Weekly Direct Feeder Cattle Summary
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Texas agriculture and the World Series: some very interesting correlations
AUSTIN The 2011 World Series is in full swing, and the excitement reaches a fever pitch when the Texas Rangers step onto their home turf in Arlington to slug it out with the St. Louis Cardinals. As fans watch the action on the field, they should know that, along with producing a powerhouse baseball team, Texas also is a major player in the world of agriculture. In fact, the products of agriculture from timber and leather to cotton and beef help make baseball possible. Baseball is known as Americas pastime, and agriculture is Americas lifeblood, said Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples. In Texas, agriculture is a $100 billion industry that keeps our state and nation running strong. As we cheer for the Rangers here in Texas, lets also root for our heroes in another field who go to bat every day to help feed and clothe us. Did you know? Baseball bats are made of wood and in Texas, the timber industry produces almost 500 million cubic feet of lumber annually with a delivered value of more than $550 million. Leather is used to make mitts and Texas leads the nation in cattle with more than 13 million head, which have an annual production value of more than $7 billion. Peanuts are a favorite snack at baseball games and in Texas, we produce more than 600 million pounds of peanuts enough to make over 6 billion peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Hot dogs are a traditional favorite at baseball games and the Texas pork industry has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $250 million. Hot dogs also need hot dog buns. Texas growers produce an average of 90 million bushels of wheat annually enough to make more than 25 billion hot dog buns. Texas is a leading dairy state and produces enough milk each year to fill Rangers Ballpark in Arlington nearly eight times. Texas is the nations No. 1 cotton-producing state, growing enough cotton every year to make about 3 billion baseball uniforms. If the bales of cotton produced in Texas were placed side-by-side and stacked three high, they could line both sides of the road from Rangers Ballpark in Arlington to Busch Stadium in St. Louis where the Cardinals call home. Want wool socks to go with that uniform? Texas is the top wool-producing state in the nation, with more than 800,000 sheep yielding nearly 4 million pounds of wool. The grass is always greener at the ballpark. Texas harvests nearly 40,000 acres of turf grass sod annually. How better to celebrate a world championship than with a good steak dinner? Texas produces about 8 billion pounds of beef a year. Where else but Texas can you find a World Series baseball teamed owned by a Texas rancher who has a brand of beef named after him? Nolan Ryan produces great Texas beef and a world-class baseball team. These are just a few examples of how agriculture powers our daily lives and our love of baseball.
Pictured are members of the Sundowners 4-H club. The members collected can food during National 4-H week and the food was donated to GCAM. Sundowners 4-H will hold their next meeting on November 1st, 2011 @ 6:00pm at the Riverside Community Center. Anyone wishing to join may contact the Gonzales County Extension office for more information. (Courtesy Photo)
Nixon Livestock Commission Report
The Nixon Livestock Commission Inc. report had on hand, October 24, 2011, Volume, 1,490. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $126 to $136 to $170; 300-400 lbs., $128 to $138 to $168; 400-500 lbs, $119 to $129 to $157; 500-600 lbs, $113 to $123 to $135; 600700 lbs, $110 to $120 to $133; 700-800 lbs, $111 to $121 to $132. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $104 to $114 to $165; 300-400 lbs, $110 to $120 to $175; 400-500 lbs, $107 to $117 to $153; 500-600 lbs, $105 to $115 to $128; 600700 lbs, $101 to $111 to $118; 700-800 lbs, $98 to $108 to $112. Slaughter cows: $42 to $52 to $63; Slaughter bulls: $55 to $68 to $78; Stocker cows: $350 to $832; Pairs: $680 to $710.
Feeder Cattle Weighted Average Report for Friday - 10/21/11 Confirmed: 19,100 Last Week: 26,100 Last Year: 23,400 Compared to last week feeder steers and heifers were firm to 2.00 higher, with a higher percent of 650-700 lbs steers in the currently available cattle offerings. The availability of true grass cattle has been diminishing and a greater number of grow yard cattle are being offered. Flesh conditions of the grow yard cattle are the determining issue for pricing. With many grain byproducts currently priced below hay prices there appears to be an increased use of higher energy and protein products in the growing rations. While these higher energy/protein products improve gains and reduce feed costs they can also increase the flesh conditions at time of selling. Some of these higher protein grain byproducts can also at times contain higher levels of sulfur, which contributes to the brainer syndrome problems if the maximum sulfur content in the diet has been exceeded. Approximately 80 percent of this weeks cattle weighed over 600 lbs. Approximately 53 percent of this weeks weighted average receipts were steers and 47 percent heifers. Prices based on net weights FOB after a 3 percent shrink or equivalent and 5-10 cent slide on calves and 4-6 cent slide on yearlings from base weights. Delivered prices include freight, commissions and other expenses. Current sales are up to 14 days delivery. Steers: 9,600 hd (53 percent) Medium and Large 1 FOB Price 600-700 lbs 142.00-147.10; 700-800 lbs 136.00- 139.00; 800825 lbs fleshy growyard 135.50; 850 lbs 131.00. Delivered Price 700-800 lbs 138.00-140.00. Future Delivery FOB Price 700-800 lbs 145.50-146.00 Jan-Feb; 800825 lbs 143.00-145.00 Jan-Mar. Delivered Price 675 lbs 150.00 Jan; 700-800 lbs 146.50-149.00 Dec-Apr; 800-825 lbs 144.00146.00 Dec-Mar. Medium and Large 1-2 FOB Price 550-600 lbs 141.75-149.90; 650-700 lbs 135.60- 138.50; 700750 lbs 133.50-137.00. Delivered Price 535 lbs 144.00; 700-800 lbs 137.00-139.00. Future Delivery FOB Price 550 lbs 143.35 Dec; 600-700 lbs 140.75-142.40 OctNov; 700 lbs 140.15 Nov. Heifers: 8,500 hd (47 percent) Medium and Large 1 FOB 525 lbs 135.00; 600-700 lbs 128.25-137.10. Delivered Price 615 lbs 139.00; 700-725 lbs 133.00-134.00. Future Delivery FOB Price 600- 700 lbs 141.90143.85 Dec-Jan; 725 lbs 140.65 Jan. Delivered Price 600-700 lbs 142.50-146.15 Dec-Jan; 700-800 lbs 138.80-144.40 Nov-Mar. Medium and Large 1-2 FOB Price 500-600 lbs 133.35-134.65; 600-625 lbs 125.85-127.40. Delivered Price 525-550 lbs 131.00. Future Delivery FOB Price 550 lbs 133.35 Dec; 600 lbs 132.00135.30 Nov. Medium and Large 2 FOB Price 500 lbs 115.00. Future Delivery FOB Price 575 lbs 129.85 Nov. Basis Trades 1000 hd Steers: Delivered price 825 lbs 5.00 under Mar CME for FebMar delivery. Heifers: No trade reported. Source: USDA-TX Dept of Ag Market News Service, Amarillo, TX
Hallettsville Livestock Commission Report
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The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on October 18, 2011, 1,912; Week ago, 1,727; Year Ago, 1,585. Better quality classes of calves and yearlings sold steady to $2 higher on classes 500Lbs and up. Lighter weights sold $3 to $6 higher. Demand very good. Packer cows and bulls sold $4-$5 higher on approx. 340 hd. total. Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $57-$72; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $46-$57; light weight canner cows, $32-$46. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $70-$84; utility & cutter bulls, $64-$70; lightweight canner bulls, $58-$64. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200 lbs, $130-$175; 200300 lbs, $130-$182.50; 300-400 lbs, $130-$177.50; 400-500 lbs, $124-$168; 500-600 lbs, $117$144; 600-700 lbs, $112-$126.80; 700-800 lbs, $107-$121. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $125$155; 200-300 lbs, $120-$146; 300-400 lbs, $118-$134; 400500 lbs, $115-$130; 500-600 lbs, $112-$128; 600-700 lbs, $110$120; 700-800 lbs, $98-$118. No. 2 & 3 Steer & Bull Calves: under 200 lbs, $95-$132; 200-300 lbs, $94-$130; 300-400 lbs, $92-$126; 400-500 lbs, $90-$120; 500-600 lbs, $87-$112. No. 2 & 3 Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $90-$124; 200-300 lbs, $90-$120; 300-400 lbs, $88-$118; 400-500 lbs, $85$112; 500-600 lbs, $82-$108. If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361798-4336.
USDA Poultry and Egg Report
For Tuesday, Oct 25, 2011 BROILER/FRYER: Daily Southern Broiler/Fryer Whole broiler/fryer prices are holding steady. Supplies are moderate with trading usually limited to regular commitments. Demand is moderate for current trade needs. Market activity is moderate. In the parts structure, movement is light to moderate. Prices are trending steady to firm for wings, steady to at times weak for breast items and steady for dark meat cuts. Supplies of wings are light with smaller wings in the best position, breast items and dark meat items are moderate however, b/s is heavy. Market activity is slow to moderate. In production areas, live supplies are moderate. Weights are mixed, but mostly desirable. SOURCE: USDA/AMS Poultry Programs, Market News & Analysis Branch, Atlanta, GA SHELL EGGS: Daily South Central Regional Eggs Prices are steady with a steady to firm undertone. Retail demand ranges light to mostly moderate. Food service demand is moderate. Offerings are light to moderate and confidently held. Supplies of large and extra large are moderate, jumbo moderate to heavy, and medium mixed. Market activity is moderate. Mondays shell egg inventory was up 18.3% in the South Central. Breaking stock prices are steady. The undertone is steady. Demand is light with offerings mostly light. Supplies are moderate to heavy. Market activity is moderate. Prices to retailers, sales to volume buyers, usda grade a and grade a, white eggs in cartons, cents per dozen. Prices delivered to warehouse: RANGE/MOSTLY Extra Large 122.5-131/124-127 Large 120.5-129 122-125 Medium 103.5-112 105-108 South Central Area: AR, AZ, CO, KS, LA, MO, NM, OK, and TX Source: USDA AMS Poultry Programs, Market News & Analysis, Des Moines, Iowa
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Cuero Livestock Market Report on October 21, 2011 had 1,676 head. Had 291 cows and 15 bulls. Bulls and cows were lower. Calves strong. Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $70.50-$75; lower grades, $54$65; canners, $40-$45. Packer cows: boning cows, $60-$67; cutters mainly, $40$62.50; low yielding cutters, $35$47; canners, $15.50-$38. Dry cows, $35.50-$61; young, $38.50-$78; palpated, $49.50$83. Cow and calf pairs, $450$870. Early sales: steers: 200-250 lbs, $138-$175; 250-300 lbs, $131-$175; 300-350 lbs, $148$170; 350-400 lbs, $130-$170; 400-450 lbs, $121-$152; 450500 lbs, $120-$146; 500-600 lbs, $120-$133; 600-700 lbs, $111$124; over 700 lbs, $108-$118;
Weekly Texas Hay Report
Compared to last week: Hay prices generally steady to firm. Hay remains short as more producers are gearing up for winter feeding in other states, and beginning to ration remaining supplies. Feedyards and producers alike are continuing to feed increasing amounts of byproducts to reduce ration costs. However, high sulphur, phosphorus, and nitrate levels in byproducts and drought stressed forages are a concern and should be fed on a limited basis. The majority of the regions across the state reported some rainfall, but more rain is needed in order to impact the current statewide drought status. Prices for hay and pellets quoted per ton except where noted. The Texas Department of
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Business
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Ready for fall fashion
Christies Collections located at 505 St. Joseph St. in Gonzales opened its doors Oct. 14 with a large crowd of shoppers attending. Christie Barnes, owner, said she is excited about being here in Gonzales. Located in Christies Collection you will find name brand clothing, jewelry, shoes and more with new fall arrivals arriving daily. Christie and Mandy Molnoskey, manager of the Gonzales location, invite you to stop in and get ready for the holidays. Christie also invites you to shop at her other location at 514 Lott St. in Yoakum for the same great shopping experience. Pictured are Christie Barnes, owner and customer, Josie Smith-Wright during the opening day event. (Photo by Debbie Tolliver)
Eagle Ford Task Force lists advisements on policies for truck traffic, pipelines
AUSTIN The state Eagle Ford Task Force has announced its adoption of several advisements related to truck traffic and pipeline development The task force met in Cuero Sept. 28 to discuss the impact oil and natural gas production in the Eagle Ford Shale is having on local community infrastructure. The rapid increase in truck traffic on local roads in the Eagle Ford Shale region has led to the deterioration of roads and an enhanced concern for public safety. The 24-member task force, created by Railroad Commissioner David Porter, listened to presentations and concerns from the Texas Department of Transportation, the Association of Energy Service Companies, the Texas Motor Transportation Association and the general public in an effort to determine solutions. We are seeing an overwhelming increase in traffic in these small communities and citizens are concerned, said Commissioner Porter. So we brought together the trucking industry, oil and gas industry, state and local government and the general public to engage in a productive dialogue, and as a result, we were able to come up with real, tangible solutions. Also on the task force agenda was pipeline infrastructure. Currently several billion dollars worth of pipeline projects are under development in the region, and local communities have expressed concern with how the development of these massive projects will affect them. Representatives from pipeline companies and legal experts addressed the task force, detailing impending projects and outlining their commitment to partnering with local governments and com-
We got our first taste of winter last week and probably got all our winter clothes out, so remember GCAM for all the clothes, jackets, gloves, etc. you need to give away in order to get new ones. GCAM has been in need of food items for people in need, so think of those items when you Around the get ready to donate. The Pumpkin Patch Chamber Office is open again this year at Monthalia United Methodist Church, which is just out Texas Highway 97 past Cost. They always have lots of pumpkins and the Barbara Hand is the Executive Dichurch members tell rector of the Gonzales Chamber of stories, have games for Commerce. children, along with setups for photographs. Its a fun place for grown-ups and children alike. The Wrightsboro Post office closed last week and weve heard that Belmont did also, and has set up cluster boxes at the road for those who got their mail there. Its not much fun to stand at and get your mail out in wind, rain and cold, but I guess that what kinds of weather the mailman has to deliver in, so wed better get accustomed to doing it. There will probably be many more before its over. Most of our offices in the county had been in operation since the 1800s, but I guess thats progress. Were getting new businesses in town and nearby, which is good news.Larry Innis of Moulton appliance Repair joined the chamber last week and met some of the Minutemen at the chamber office. He has 30 years of experience as a Sears appliance repair man, so were glad to hear hell be working in our area. He already has some customers here. His telephone number is 361-596-4391. There will be a pet parade and contest on Saturday, Oct. 29 at noon on Confederate Square. Registration is at 11:30 and the parade will be around the square on the sidewalks. There will be a $10 entry fee for each of the four contests, including Best Pet Costume, Closest Pet/Owner Lookalike, Most Unusual Pet and Best Pet Trick. A $25 prize will go to the winner of each contest. For more information call the Gonzales Learning and Career Center at 830-672-8291. The Small Business Development Center will hold a program on Employee Files Done Right on Friday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Randle-Rather Building. RSVP to 361-575-8944 or sbdc@uhv.edu. South Texas Tour team roping is set at J.B. Wells Park on Thursday and Saturday through Sunday, Wrap N 3 Barrel Racers will be there.
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munities. The construction of a 20-inch crude oil line running 50 miles through a county can take the place of 1,250 tank truck trips per day, so it is imperative that we get these pipes in the ground; however, we must ensure local communities are protected said Porter. Our task force members, including representatives of pipeline companies, have agreed upon guidelines that will hold the pipeline industry accountable. Finally, the task force addressed the housing issue currently facing the region. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs spoke about the many programs they offer to combat rent increases and displaced families. Private developer, Bob Zacaraiah, also spoke about what local governments and communities can do to spur more private investment in the region. Several task force members expressed their desire to see builders develop more permanent housing, to foster community building, rather
than temporary housing fixes. As a result, the task force adopted the following advisements: PIPELINES: The placement of pipelines should avoid steep hillsides and watercourses where feasible. Pipeline routes should take advantage of road corridors to minimize surface disturbance. When clearing is necessary, the width disturbed should be kept to a minimum and topsoil material should be stockpiled to the side because retaining topsoil for replacement during reclamation can significantly accelerate successful revegetation. Proximity to buildings or other facilities occupied or used by the public should be considered. Particular consideration should be given to homes. Unnecessary damage to trees and other vegetation should be avoided. After installation of a new line, all rights-ofway should be restored to conditions compatible with existing land
use. ROADS: The task force supports trucking companies partnering with the Texas Department of Public Safety to develop a program that would alert companies when their drivers receive moving violations or drivers license suspensions. The task force supports the creation of road use agreements or trucking plans between operators and local authorities. These agreements could include parameters such as: Operators must avoid peak traffic hours, school bus hours and community events; Operators must establish overnight quiet periods; and Operators must ensure adequate off-road parking and delivery areas at all sites to avoid lane/road blockage.
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Obituaries
Daniel is survived by his loving wife Zilpha of Gonzales, sons Steve (Laura) Dolezal, Scott Dolezal, Mike (Michele) Dolezal, Terry Newton, Gary (Stacie) Newton, Larry Newton, Bobby (Shannon) Newton and his daughter Sherry (Ken) Callaway, brothers Laddie (Sandy) Dolezal and Victor (Susie) Dolezal, grandchildren, Brenda (David) Sanchez, Michael Castro, Terrell (Amy) Newton, Trevor Newton, Taylor Newton, Jake De La Cruz, Derek De La Cruz, Kyle De La Cruz, Ray Newton, Jenna Newton, Taylor (Mandy) Callaway, Joel (Nory) Callaway, Sean Callaway, Jared Dolezal, Madison Dolezal, Bryan Dolezal, Lexie Dolezal, and Abbie Dolezal, great-grand children, David Sanchez, Daniel Sanchez, Dillon Sanchez, Tori Newton, Berkley Callaway, Christina Callaway, Arwin Callaway and Liam Callaway and numerous nieces and nephews. Daniel was preceded in death by his parents Tom Dolezal and Annie Tesar Dolezal, his first wife Joyce Grauke Dolezal, grandson Willie T. Callaway, daughter-in-law, Anita Newton, brothers, Alfred Sonny, Alvin, Jerry and Bennie Dolezal, sisters, Elsie Vaclavik, Adela Tomas, Emily Smith, Angelina Moochie Kresta, and Annie Marie Dolezal. Daniel is not gone; he is just on his journey. Im sure he has already found his mom and dad along with his brothers and sisters, and you can bet Willie has found Grandpa. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Thursday October 27, 2011 in Seydler-Hill Funeral Home with Fr. Paul Raaz and Rev. Chris Irving officiating. Interment followed in Gonzales Memorial Park. Pallbearers: Michael Castro, Terrell, Trevor and Ray Newton, Taylor, Joel and Sean Callaway, Jake, Derek and Kyle De La Cruz, and Jared and Bryan Dolezal. The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday evening at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. In lieu of usual remembrances, friends may make memorial gifts to the First Baptist Church Youth Programs or the charity of ones choice. Services are under the care and direction of SeydlerHill Funeral Home. serving in any capacity she was called upon to serve. She was a genuinely loving and devoted wife and mother. She loved to read books, mysteries, love stories, novels rich in suspense would captivate her otherwise busy persona. Libby was a wonderful cook, she collected hundreds of cook books and her recipes for chicken spaghetti and pot roast were unparalleled. She loved to go to the movies with her husband Ray and in later years with the advent of DVDs she thoroughly enjoyed staying home watching movies cuddled up on her own sofa. Libby was always an example of elegance and taste in dress; she was a lady that always dressed the part when she and Ray would dine out for lunch or dinner. She enjoyed traveling to Vegas and attending the many shows and ofcourse tried her hand at the slot machines when the opportunity presented itself. Libby and Ray enjoyed several cruise ship vacations together and these remained some of her fondest memories. Elisabeth Ann Libby Lee is survived by her loving daughters and sons-in-law, Debra Ann Cister and Dave of Mt. Vernon, OH, Stacy Rae Cummings and Craig of Austin, her adoring granddaughter and grandson-inlaw, Lauren Lee Siegel and Jeffery Siegel who cherish their sweet memories of their Mimi, and greatgrandchildren who Libby loved so deeply, Wyatt Cordray Siegel and Hudson Ray Siegel all of Gonzales and her dear friend and sister-in-law, Mildred Pitts of Nacogdoches. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Albert Ray Lee and her parents Frank and Frances McLain. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday October 22, 2011 in the Belmont Cemetery in rural Gonzales County with Fr. Randy Melton officiating. Honorary pallbearers include: Paul Whitten, Dr. James C. Price, Russell Whitten, Bailey McLain, Kress McLain, Douglas Forshagen, Dr. Commie Hisey, and Steve Clarkson. The family had received friends at the funeral home Friday evening. Memorials may be made to the Episcopal Church of the Messiah, 721 St. Louis Street, Gonzales, TX 78629. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home, Gonzales, TX. he worked for Voigt plumbing for over seventeen years. He loved his church, family and participating in the Glory Bound Singers Choir. In his free time he loved to BBQ for his family and friends. His hobbies were reading, golfing, fishing, and playing scrabble or other word games. Tommy served in the U.S. ARMY during the Vietnam War and was very proud to be a VFW life member. Tommy went to be with his Lord on Monday, October 24, 2011 in Gonzales, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Jacqueline Marie Wilkerson Smyth. He is survived by his wife Susan Wilkerson, his son Brian Jefferson Wilkerson of Gonzales, two daughters: Wendi Lea Wilkerson of Gonzales and Camille Rae Wilkerson of Austin, three brothers: Roy Newman of Gonzales, David Lee Wilkerson of Bowling Green, KY and Michael Henry Wilkerson of Dallas, one sister Jessica Leigh McKinney of Nashville, TN; two grandchildren: Lola Gracelynn Wilkerson and Gunnar Magnus Gentry and numerous special nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, October 28, 2011 at 10:30 AM at the First Baptist Church of Gonzales with Chris Irving officiating and the eulogy will be given by Steve Faulkner. Family has requested that memorials be given to any charity of donors choice. Arrangements made by Buffington Funeral Home, 424 St. Peter Gonzales, TX 78629; 830-672-3322.
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Henrietta Wefer Baumann, 1918-2011 Henrietta Wefer Baumann, 93, died Sunday, October 23, 2011 in Gonzales, Texas. She was born January 14, 1918 in Shiner, Texas as the firstborn of seven children to Henry and Lydia Wefer. In 1926, her family moved to Bebe, Texas, Gonzales County. She grew up there attending school and working on the family farm. On January 4, 1939, she married Harry Baumann of Floresville, Texas. She and her husband moved to San Antonio in 1940 where she raised her daughter Barbara and son Harry, Jr. After the death of her mother in 1983, she moved back to the family farm in Bebe. As one of Jehovahs Witnesses, she became well-known in the community as she called at homes endeavoring to reach all with the kingdom message. She was preceded in death by her husband, her daughter Barbara Blassingame, brothers, Bernard, August, Reinhard, and John, and sisters, Clara Kneese and Rosalee Wortham. Henrietta is survived by her son Harry Baumann, Jr. and wife Sharon, her grandsons Robert Baumann, James Blassingame and Jonathan Blassingame and granddaughter Shannon Baumann as well as numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. After a family burial at Monthalia Lutheran Cemetery, a memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses at 1919 Harwood Road, Gonzales, Texas on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 1 p.m. The family wishes to offer a special thanks to the staff of the Heights of Gonzales Care Center and doctors Commie Hisey, M.D., and William Craig, M.D. who kept her going for almost 94 years. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home.
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and was quite the dancer having won 7 out of 8 blue ribbons at an Elks dance competition. She and her husband Gentry, travelled extensively throughout England, Ireland and the Holy Land. She was totally devoted to her Catholic faith. A lifelong member of St. James Catholic Church, where she played the organ as a teenager. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, the St. James Altar Society and was always a tireless worker for the parish. She was also an active member of the Ladies Elks Lodge. She is survived by her husband Gentry; daughters Ann Munro of Elmendorf, Patricia Roberts of Converse, Susie Harper of Katy, Ginny Carey of Granbury, Linda Johnson and Blanche Wissmann both of Cibolo; step-daughter Jennifer Garner of Green Bay, WI; sons William Wissmann of Garden Ridge, Robert Wissmann of San Marcos, David Wissmann of Shertz and step-son Greg Garner of Rockford, MI. Also surviving are sister Theresa Simcik, brother Gerald Fougerat Sr.,15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Visitation was held from 6-7 p.m. Monday, October 24, 2011 with the Rosary being recited at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The Mass of the Christian Burial was celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at St. James Catholic Church with Fr. Paul Raaz officiating. Burial followed at St. James Cemetery In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Elks Childrens Services, the Catholic Daughters or the Alzheimers Association. Seydler Hill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Gonzales County and was a member of the Catholic Church. Juan was preceded in death by his parents and one son Isidro Perez. He is survived by his wife Gabina Mendez Perez; daughter Maria Perez Tovar; sons Margarito Perez, Fidel Perez, Guadalupe Perez, Sebastian Perez, Mario Perez, Angel Perez and Hector Perez. He is also survived by 23 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Juan was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather and was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing. Visitation was held from 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Seydler Hill Funeral Home with the Rosary being rectited at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The Mass of the Christian Burial was celebrated 10 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Paul Raaz officiating. Burial followed at St. James Catholic Cemetery. Seydler Hill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A memorial service for Kathy (Barber) Harrison, 67, will be held on Saturday, October 29 at 11:00 a.m. at Friendship Harbor Church, 13956 FM 355, Trinity, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ovon and Ruby (Simmons) Barber. She is survived by sisters, Peggy Moser, Pam Johnson and brother Jeff Barber, two nieces, Kelly and (Rick) Young and Tammy and (Heath) Hein, two great nieces and one great-nephew and one great-great nephew and uncles, J.D. and Carolyn Simmons, Walter and Shirley Simmons and aunt, Leona Garner and numerous cousins. If you choose to do a remembrance, please make donations in her name to Friendship Harbor Church or to the American Cancer Society. Lunch will be served in the dining room immediately after service.
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Juan Ramirez Perez, 71, of Smiley, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at his home. Juan was born in Los Carrillo, Mexico the son of Gumesindo and Esperanza Ramirez Perez. He was involved for many years in poultry production in
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Daniel Thomas Dolezal, 1938-2011 Daniel Thomas Dolezal, 73 of Gonzales passed away Monday, October 24, 2011 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Daniel was born to Tom and Annie Tesar Dolezal on September 12, 1938 at their home in Gonzales. He attended Gonzales Schools graduating in 1957. After High School Daniel married Joyce Grauke, this union brought into this world Steven, Scott and Michael. After the death of Joyce, Daniel married Zilpha Cain Newton, so into his life entered Terry, Gary, Larry, Bobby and Sherry. He was the proud Grandpa of a total of 19 Grand Children and 8 Great Grand Children. Daniel was a rancher raising poultry and cattle along with his ranching business he worked many years for Inland Container retiring in 1994. Daniel loved life; he could often be seen in his cut-off jeans and flip-flops, even while working cattle. Hunting and fishing were favorites of his along with working in his yard and garden. He enjoyed his family gatherings, the Easter egg hunts, and Christmas was a favorite time. He just wanted everyone home at one time, and what a house full it was.
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Battling Cystic Fibrosis
Texan Nursing & Rehab is selling paper pumpkins for $1.00 each to help support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, if you would like to purchase pumkins to help support the cause simply stop by and see Donna Allen or call 830-672-2867 and bundles can be delivered to your business for purchase. All pumpkins are hung in the facility with the name of your choice wrote on the pumpkin or you may take the paper pumpkin with you. Join us in supporting this great cause to fight Cystic Fibrosis. (Courtesy Photo) Thomas Tommy Wilkerson, 1946-2011 Thomas Tommy Wilkerson, 65, was born on March 29, 1946 in Cuero, TX to the late Mr. Stanley Henry Wilkerson and Mrs. Lunise Lou Alberta Newman-Wilkerson. He met the love of his life Susan Hill in 1975 and they were married on November 17, 1979 where they resided in Ottine and started their family. Previous to a disability resulting from a heart attack in 2007, Tommy spent six years working for the City Of Gonzales on the Golf Course as the greenskeeper. Before that
Dorothy Louise Fougerat Garner, 1928-2011 Dorothy Louise Fougerat Garner, 83, of Gonzales passed away Thursday, October 20, 2011. She was born in Gonzales April 30, 1928 the daughter of Julian and Mary Ella Beeson Fougerat. She married Gentry Otto Garner November 30, 1984 in Universal City, TX. Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, her first love was always her family especially the babies. She was an expert gardener, a true green thumb. She enjoyed music
Elizabeth Ann Libby McLain Lee, 1934-2011 Elisabeth Ann Libby McLain Lee, 77, of Gonzales, passed away Thursday October 20, 2011. Libby was born August 12, 1934 in Nacogdoches to Frank Lee McLain and Frances Love McLain. Libby married Albert Ray Lee on March 3, 1951 in Lufkin. She had been a member of the Episcopal Church of the Messiah, the Garden Club, Elks Club B.P.O.E., GHS Band Booster Club and had served as a Girl Scout Leader. Libby had been active in her church,
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Dozens of Gonzales residents celebrated the observance of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the Pink Ribbon Brunch at First Lutheran Church on Saturday. The event also included a hat-decorating contest, which drew some very colorful entries. Larissa Tecsh (top left) shared the story of her victory over and how shes since raised a family. (Photos by Nikki Maxwell)
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The family and extended family of Sabrina Flores staged a benefit barbecue plate sale Saturday to raise funds to help defray Sabrinas medical expenses. Sabrina was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder called HLH Homophagocytic Lymphohistioytosis but she had lots of support on hand Saturday. (Photo by Nikki Maxwell)
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Saturn holds 55th reunion
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Catholic-school rivals team up in spiritual battle for the unborn

By Fr. TOMMY CHEN
Special to The Cannon
Students from St. Paul and Sacred Heart high schools united spiritually for a pilgrimmage to Houston Oct. 17 to pray for healing for Planned Parenthood. (Courtesy photo)
Before the great annual battle on the football field between the Sacred Heart Indians and the St. Paul Cardinals, (which occurs this year on Saturday, Oct. 29 in Hallettsville at 4:30 p.m.) the two schools have united their spiritual efforts in the battle for life by praying for an end to abortion, for the protection of the unborn, and for the healing for those who had had abortions. This year, the senior classes from the two Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Victoria (along with parishioners from the
two parishes of Sacred Heart in Hallettsville and Sts. Cyril and Methodius in Shiner, joined by various parishioners from Holy Family in Victoria, Sacred Heart in Flatonia, and St. Joseph in Yoakum) participated together in the international prolife campaign called *40 Days for Life* by going to the Planned Parenthood abortion clinic in Houston on the morning of October 17. The group began with prayer with Fr. Tommy Chen who offered the holy sacrifice of the Mass for the pro-life intentions at Sacred Heart Church in Hallettsville. The group then travelled in three buses STUDENTS, Page B3
On Sunday, Oct. 9, the 55th Annual Saturn Homecoming was held at the Saturn Community Center. Approximately 126 people were in attendance with over 30 attending the historical unveiling of the Saturn Cemetery Marker. Gladys Campion, Linda Null and Ruth Ann Campion worked on this for four years with the help from Bob Burchard, chairman of the Gonzales County Historical Commission. Special thanks to the ones who donated money for the marker. The cemetery is 131 years old. There are 670 graves in the cemetery and of those, there are 97 marking veteran graves ranging from the Civil War, World War I, World War II and the Vietnam War. Martha E. McMillian DuBose was buried on two acres on Aug. 20, 1880. The land belonging to her parents, Hugh and Elizabeth McMillan. They sold the two acres to the Good Hope Primetime Baptist Church
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loween at 7:00. Yolanda is the contact person at 5821251. that Nixon First United Methodist Church choir will present a concert of gospel music during the 11:00 church service this fifth Sunday of October? Come enjoy and worship as this very talented group sings your favorites. that early voting is now taking place for the Nixon-Smiley tax rollback election and will continue through November 4 in the school districts adminis-
for a cemetery for the community in 1882. A wreath of fall flowers were placed on her grave by Jason Campion and Ruth Ann Campion for being the first person buried at the cemetery. The club would like to thank Burchard, who reminded those gathered at the cemetery of the importance of presenting the community history. At noon, Kelly Allen gave the blessing at the covered dish meal. A short meeting was held by President Gladys Campion, who thanked County Commissioner Donnie Brzozowski for resurfacing the cemeterys roadway. Allen then introduced the clubs trustees including Sam Campion, Allen, Wayne Koch, Sandy Llewellyn and Terry Campion. Null and Ruth Ann Campion gave the names of those that passed away since Oct. 2010 including Wesley Irle Jr., Seth James DuBose and Luella Pam Gorden. The song Blessed Assurance was played in their honor. Teri Koch awarded special recognition gifts in the following categories: Oldest SATURN, Page B3
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that Smiley is hosting a Halloween costume party with treats on Monday night from 5:30 to 6:30? And that its not too late to join the group of sponsors? Vickie Griffin is the contact person. that Nixon patrons and businesses refused to let their Trunk r Treat go by the wayside on this, its sixth year? The spook gathering will be held in the parking lot of Super S FoodsLowes on Hal-
tration office? Election day is Tuesday, November 8 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Gonzales County annex building in Nixon. that an evening of gospel music will be held at Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church in Seguin on Saturday, November 5, beginning at 6:30? Special guests will be The Jackson Sisters, The Moore Sisters, Shaakir, and The Lackland Voices of Praise. There will be a special appearance by Mrs. Coleta Byrd. A love offering will be taken.
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Monday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. at The Gonzales Cannon 618 St. Paul, Gonzales. Stop by in your Halloween Costume for a ghouly treat & have your picture taken. Halloween pictures will appear in the Nov. 3 edition. The Staff of The Gonzales Cannon wishes everyone a Safe & Fun Halloween. 618 St. Paul Gonzales 830-672-7100
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Churches of Christ
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New Life Assembly of God
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201 E. Second St. Nixon
Jesus Holy Ghost Temple

1906 Hickston, Gonzales
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1805 Weimar, Gonzales
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Community Church of God

1020 St. Louis, Gonzales
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S. Liberty St. Nixon
New Life Temple for Jesus Christ

Belmont, Corner of Hwy 466 & Hwy 80
Clark Baptist Church

F.M. 794, Gonzales Hwy. 87 Smiley
Harwood Methodist Church
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Hwy 97 Waelder
Gonzales Memorial Church of God in Christ

1113 Hastings, Gonzales
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207 Steele St., Smiley 830-587-6500
St. James Baptist Church

Hwy 80- North of Belmont SE 2nd St. Waelder
Eastside Baptist Church

Seydler Street, Gonzales Hwy. 87 Smiley
New Way Church of God in Christ

514 St. Andrew, Gonzales
Henson Chapel United Methodist

1113 St. Andrew, Gonzales
Two Rivers Bible Church
1600 Sarah DeWitt Dr., Ste 210, Gonzales
Leesville Baptist Church

E. of Hwy 80 on CR 121
Saint Paul Baptist Church Shiner Baptist Church
Monthalia United Methodist

CR 112 off 97
Efeso Igesia Bautista First Baptist Church

422 St. Paul, Gonzales 403 N Texas Nixon Hwy 108 N Smiley
Memorial Heights Baptist Church

1330 College Gonzales 100 Capes Gonzales Hwy. 97 Bebe
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721 S. Louis, Gonzales (830) 6723407
Episcopal
Faith Family Church
Inter-Denominational Pentecostal
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1 blk S. of Hwy 87
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406 N Ave E Waelder
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St. Andrew St. Gonzales
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W. Central at 87 Nixon
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1027 Church St. Gonzales
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We have a follow up on Kyle Day. He and his grandparents along with Mr. Robert Washington, his FFA advisor, went to Indianapolis, Indiana, as planned to the FFA Convention. Kyle along with the other twelve finalists met with the tractor judges to present his papers and answers questions. The big finale was the awards banquet. Kyle Day won third place out of the twelve national finalists. As a third place winner Kyle received $1500.00. Yes, we are proud of you Kyle. As far as we know, he is the only one to have done this in the records of the Gonzales history keeping. Now, just as wonderful is our mighty Gonzales Apache Marching Band. They went to an UIL contest in Giddings and made a Rating of One, in Region 18 in the UIL Marching Contest. Congratulations to all of you. To me nothing is more beautiful than to watch that band marching in rhythm, never getting out of step and turning corners while doing their routines while they are out on that field. It is a majestic scene to watch. So tell a band member that you are proud of them. They and their families devote a lot of time and energy and money to get that band where it is. Show your support for them. Hey, we are running out of time for buying and viewing pumpkins. Halloween is going to be here before we know it. The best pumpkins are disappearing fast so you had better hustle out to the pumpkin patch over at the Monthalia United Methodist Church. We dont use pumpkins as a food staple around here as much as they do up in the northern states. We use them more for decorations. However, I do think that whatever story is true about those starving Pilgrims, that they must have gotten their moneys worth from a pumpkin. The year that Will and I planted pumpkins we ate pumpkins every conceivable way of eating pump-
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kins. We stored and gave away pumpkins to everyone who would take a pumpkin. We only planted pumpkins one other time which was a memorable occasion too. October has five Sundays, which means that there is a fifth Sunday breakfast over at the Belmont United Methodist Church at about 8:15am before church which is congregational singing Sunday. Come fellowship and eat breakfast and sing. Please lift the following people up in your prayers: Joe Kotwig, Kenneth Crumley, Gilby, Rudolpho and Edna Garza, Elson Schreiber, Kathryn, Dena Black, Karen Roecker Mahan, Mary Jane Keith, Sabrina Flores, Mr. Washington, Bill and Marie Lott, Laddie Studler, William Fink, Doris and Alvin Hewell; Whitney, Lisa Rodriguez, Debbie and Bill Read, Hester Behlen, Aunt Georgie; Danny and Joyce Schellenberg, Pete Kallies, Lillie Lay, Mildred ONeal, Doug Walshak, Louise Rossow, Terri Towns Family, Selma Vickers, Hester Behlen, Teresa Wilke, Sandi Gandre, Carl and Vida Tindle; Evelyn Newman, Aunt Betty Gandre, Anna Lindemann, Ann and Bubba Bond; Shirley Dozier, Britt Hindman, Scott Hindman, the family of Tom Dolezal, and our troops and their families, and RAINand we do need more. Congratulations to our special someone in the band, Sean Allen. He is the only one from this area who has stuck to it and managed to keep up his grades, and managed to get to stay in the band at the same time from the Belmont area. He is our Godson and we are proud of him. He is just following in his father and grandfathers footsteps. His fathers picture is in the trophy case of the hallways of GHS when the band won when he was in high school. I forgot to say Happy Birthday to Shari Lee for October 19, and to Kenneth Vickers in the past twenty-four time frame. Now how about that for trying to wiggle out of not remembering exactly when a birthday really is. I think that maybe I should just crawl under the covers and put the heating pad that Will bought me on top of my head partic-
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ularly around my left ear and just hibernate. I shall slather myself with mentholatum, take my antibiotics and behave. If I am not dreaming, I think that I might actually be hearing rain on my roof. When I was at the doctors office today I saw Evelyn Newmann coming out of the office while I was waiting. Evelyn was walking upright just as cheerful as could be. She said she landed on the floor two times in one week, once at home and once in the hospital, and had a heart attack, and ended up in the hospital in San Antonio but was doing lots better with her sugar. We sure hope so because she does not need to be landing on the floor. She is one spunky lady. It was a find time at the Belmont Social Club on Saturday night. Brandi Behlen made her debut with the Kerr Creek Band. She is a pretty young lady and added some beauty to the band. Now these are the words of Bob. Bob and Brandi sang some beautiful harmony. That Tammy Wynette song sounded really good. I think he found her in a Hobo band. Maybe he can steal her away from them. They are supposed to have some kind of something called the Octoberfest on October 29th which includes a Hobo Band, a Czech Band and some other unheard of things. I guess you will have to come and see it to believe it from 6-9PM at the Belmont Social Club. We enjoyed being a part of the service that the Waelder United Methodist Church brings to The Heights once a month. Their pianist wasnt available so I subbed for her. Sandy Pharr led the program and Eva Boscamp brought the message. The residents enjoyed singing hymns and eating some delicious cookies and drinking punch. We got to see several friends we had not seen in a long time. I am going to have to sit Hugo down and explain to him that he should be kinder to his cats. Samson does not take too much off of Hugo before he takes one of those front paws and hauls back and lets Hugo have it. Poor Dililah lets Hugo beat up on her and drag her across the bed. Then she wraps her paws around him and cleans his face and his ears. Hugo has got it made. He went outside today and got a little dusty. He comes back inside and Dililah gives him a bath. Poor Dililah has a hard job. She has to take care of Itsy Bitsy, Samson, and Hugo. Have a good week and God Bless.
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to Houston and spent one hour to peacefully stand outside the facility praying for the unborn children and the conversion of those who work for the abortion industry. Christine Melchor, the director for the Houston Coalition for Life said, The value of people praying outside the [Planned Parenthood] facility, coupled with the grace of God really changes lives. She has personally witnessed women who had arrived at the Planned Parenthood facility intending to procure an abortion actually experience a change of heart and decide to carry their babies to full term because of the witness and care of the people who pray outside the facility during the *40 Days for Life *campaign. Even people who worked for Planned Parenthood have been touched by the grace of God through the power of prayer and have walked off the property leaving their jobs, never looking back. One of these people is Abby Johnson, who left her
position at Planned Parenthood and is now a great promoter for the pro-life cause. Abby Johnson will be giving her personal conversion testimony at Sacred Heart Church in Hallettsville on Monday, Feb. 27, 2012 at 7 p.m. Everyone in the community is welcome to come hear her testimony. This year, through the generosity of numerous private individuals, the Houston Coalition for Life is able to have a mobile pregnancy center parked literally across the street from Planned Parenthood to truly offer a life-giving option to those who intend on procuring an abortion. The mobile pregnancy center is a modified RV with a waiting room, a bathroom to take samples, a lab, a counseling room, and a fully equipped room to perform ultrasounds so that women can actually see their babies. All medical services provided in this travelling clinic are free of charge. To date, the Mobile Crisis Pregnancy Bus has experienced a 98% turn-around rate of mothers who initially intended on aborting their children, but who then chose
life after receiving help in the bus. It takes about $250.00 to daily run the mobile pregnancy center and all this comes from private donations. If you are able to contribute to this life-saving cause, please go to the website: www.houstoncoalition.com to make a donation.
SATURN: 126 attend 55th reunion

Lady Della Ballard; Youngest Child Sage Micheal; Longest Married Couple Bob and Gladys Campion, 57 years; Newlyweds Jesse and Alys Knox, 4 months; and Farthest Distance Traveled Mary Browyer from Escondida, California. The final activity of the day was a live auction with Kelly Allen doing the auction. The next meeting of the Saturn Cemetery Association will be held on Nov. 4 at the Saturn Community Center at 6 p.m. For more information, call 830-540-3858.
Engagement
Friends fete new couple with brunch

By CAROL DuBOSE
Special to The Cannon
Jeff and Dinah Braune of Gonzales announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Bethanie Leigh Braune to Robert LaTourette, son of Jenifer LaTourette of Montgomery, TX. and Kenneth LaTourette of College Station. Bethanie is a 2005 graduate of Gonzales High School and a 2009 graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Business/Marketing. She is currently employed at First Community Bank of Katy, Texas as a Financial Service Representative. Bethanie is the granddaughter of Jerrie Barabas and the late Douglas Barabas of Luling, Texas and Florene Braune and the late Elmo Braune of Gonzales. Robert is a 2006 graduate of A&M Consolidated High School in College Station and a 2011 graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in History. He is currently employed at Sams in Katy, Texas as a manager. Robert is the grandson of Delores Hazlett and the late Robert Hazlett of Pennsylvania and Genevieve LaTourette and the late Gilbert LaTourette of New Jersey. The couple will marry on November 12, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church of Gonzales.
Braune-La Tourette
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A group of friends of Emily Barnett and Eric Connor in the First Baptist Church fellowship, hosted a brunch and wedding gift shower Saturday morning at the Church Hall. The registry table covered with a white linen, lace-edged cloth, held the Brides Book which guests signed. A puddle of satin in the brides colors of eggplant and sage green was topped with a crystal column holding a massive white candle accented with a swirl of purple crystal design and a full bloom purple rose lay at the base. Near the table an easle held a gold framed water color of a New England light house scene painted by the Emilys great grandmother, Emily Trent, a much favored gift from her grandmother. The gift tables, laid in white, were also spread with a satin brocade cloth in the sage green, centered with a curving swag of silken full blooms in the brides chosen colors. Among the many loving gifts the hostesses gave Emily and Eric a vacuum cleaner for their new home. Honored guests were presented corsages of ivory mini-mums, coral alstromeria, pink rosebuds accented with rosettes of deep purple satin ribbon. The food table covered in white with the sage brocade topper also held a deep purple table runner centered with an arrangement of three large votive mauve crystal candle holders around which curved a swag of the silken full blooms of large peonies, mums and roses in the rich colors of flame, ivory, coral, peach and deep purple. Hostesses served breakfast casserole, a variety of sweet, flavored breads drizzled with fruit glazes, orange juice and coffee from a silver urn with crystal plates and cups. Honored guests attending the brunch were Emilys Mom, Jill Barnett, her grandmother Sharon Colley, Erics Mom, Pam Connor, his grandmother, Barbara Atkinson, Emilys aunt, Jan Pendley, her sister, Brittany Barnett, Emilys aunt and cousin Vicki and Kristi Atkinson, her aunt, Julie Barnett and cousin Sarrah Parson, her cousin Rebekah Pendley and special friend, Jessica Sterr........gathering for the event from Nixon, Katy, Waelder and San Marcos. Emily was lovely attired in a strapless soft pastel printed swirlskirt sundress. Emily and Eric will make their home in Gonzales where he serves with the EMS team of Gonzales and Emily serves as a respiratory therapist with Gonzales Healthcare Systems.
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LOST & FOUND Found: Wedding Ring left at WalMart. Call (830) 445-6597 and describe. HELP WANTED
LOST & FOUND Lost - 5 Donkeys. 1 Black, 4 white. I-10, 304, Hensling Lane area. 830-4372952. HELP WANTED
Now hiring Certified CDL Drivers & also taking applications for Diesel Mechanics. Call 337-802-8279.
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NOTICES The Heights of Gonzales Activity Department is looking for a fridge/freezer to hold supplies for event refreshments. If you would like to donate or know of one that is reasonably priced, contact Gwen Koncaba, 830-6724530. -------------------------Gonzales Learning Center seeking donations of caps and gowns. Call 830-672-8291 for information. LEGAL NOTICES
NOTICES Job Corps is currently enrolling students aged 1624 in over 20 vocational trades at no-cost! Will help students get drivers license GED or High School diploma and college training if qualified. For more info call 512-665-7327 HELP WANTED
Join a family that is dedicated to helping other families in the community. We are looking for a person with
HELP WANTED great customer skills who is able to lift 50 lbs, has a valid Texas Drivers License, w/clean driving record, and is reliable. Bilingual a plus. If this sounds like the job for you, then come in and apply at Radicke Resale, 1316 St. Louis St., Gonzales, Tx. -------------------------Full-time position available with benefits for Activity Director. Must be certified and have long term care exLEGAL NOTICES
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perience. If interested, please apply at The Heights of Gonzales, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas or email resume to administrator@ theheightsgonzales.com. -------------------------Automotive & Diesel Repair Business looking for Service Writer/Clerical Help Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.. Please send resume to: P.O. Box E, Gonzales, Texas 78629. -------------------------CDL DRIVERS WANTED J.M. Oilfield Ser-
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vice, 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 830-6728000. -------------------------AVON Representatives Wanted! Great earning opportunities! Buy or Sell! Call 830-672-2271, Independent Sales Rep.
MISC. FOR SALE

Cheap. Call 361772-5566. -------------------------25 Color TV & entertainment center. Excellent condition. 830-672-6414. -------------------------Kitchenaide Washer, large capacity, very clean. $150. Call 361-741-2604. -------------------------GE electric dryer. Very Clean. $175. Call 208-3565. -------------------------Maytag washing machine, real clean, approximately 2 years old. $275. Call 2083565. -------------------------For Sale: Hydraulic Motor Lift, Hydraulic Transmission Jack, 2 motor stands, Large Air Compressor, Fridgedair, double door ice box, Electric stove (range), 9 months old, Shop Grinder & vice w/ table and numerous other tools etc... Prices are negotiable. Call for prices. 830-8574997 -------------------------1979 International 5 ton Ramsy winch, rolling tailboard, Hydraulic Crane (detached), down riggers. Like new tires. Runs good. $8,000 obo. Individual, 830-6602813. -------------------------MUST TAKE IT ALL! Barbie Dolls, some still in packages, purses, games, kitchen items, VHS tapes (new & used), more! All for only $100! Call 713-4498861. -------------------------Power Box Asphalt Paving Machine and Roller. Good Condition. $9,900. Call after 5 p.m. 361-594-3668. -------------------------Small computer desk, wood, $40.00 obo. Large playpen, $25.00. Both in great condition. 830-203-9159. --------------------------
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Baby and Womens Clothes for sale.
CITY OF GONZALES GONZALES, TEXAS 300 BLOCK ST. GEORGE STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Separate sealed bids addressed to the City of Gonzales (OWNER) clearly labeled ATTENTION: CITY SECRETARY, 300 BLOCK ST. GEORGE STREET IMPROVEMENTS will be received at Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629, until 2:00 oclock p.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2011, and then publicly opened and read aloud immediately. This project entails the demolition and reconstruction of approximately 400 linear feet of street (300 Block of St. George Street) including sidewalks, curb & gutter, storm sewer and water and wastewater lines. The new construction includes approximately 7,000 SF of Sidewalk, 900 LF of Curb & Gutter, 1,500 SY of Pavement consisting of limestone and 2 course surface treatment with an alternate for HMAC, and approximately 350 LF 36 Storm Sewer, plus storm sewer laterals and curb inlets. It also includes the installation of approximately 430 L.F. of 8 PVC Water Line, 265 LF PVC wastewater line, 440 L.F. of irrigation line, 440 L.F. of electric conduit, 6 trees in tree wells and 6 Lamp Posts and Lights. The proposed work shall also include installation of erosion controls, traffic controls, and removal and disposal of demolished and excess materials. The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid Proposal, Bid Bond, Agreement, Performance and Payment Bonds, General Conditions, Special Conditions, Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Technical Specifications and Plans, together with any Addenda are available at Doucet & Associates, Inc., 427 St. George Street, Suite 304, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 672-1205, or at Doucet & Associates, Inc., 7401B Highway 71 West, Suite 160, Austin, Texas 78735, (512) 583-2600. Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be examined and purchased for a non-refundable fee of $30.00. Each bid shall be accompanied by a cashiers check or certified check upon a national or state bank in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total actual bid price payable without recourse to the City of Gonzales, or a bid bond in the same amount from a reliable surety company as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract and execute required performance and payment bonds. The contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder; however, the right is reserved, as the interests of the OWNER may require, to reject any and all bids, and to waive any informality or minor defects in bids received. Bids may be held by the City of Gonzales for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days from the date of the opening for Bids for the purpose of reviewing the Bids and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding of the Contract. A pre-bid conference will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 2:00 oclock p.m. at City Hall. A site visit will be made during the conference; however, contractors shall make their own individual site inspections and/or investigations to make themselves aware of existing conditions/issues. Failure to make adequate observations and/or ask questions shall not be grounds for requesting additional work or services. Questions shall be forwarded to J. Keith Schauer, P.E., 427 St. George Street, Suite 304, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 672-1205, by 5:00 oclock p.m. Friday, November 18, 2011.
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MISC. FOR SALE For Sale: pickup bed utility trailer, $125. (830) 3778814. -------------------------Deer Hunters: For sale; feeder and feeder parts; cameras etc. 830-8575720 -------------------------ATTENTION TRUCKERS. Cobra 25, NW Ltd, Classic CB, Igloo Ref. Cooler, Wave Box, Portable Microwave. $50.00 each. 361-5964502 or 361-4010556. -------------------------For Sale: Used 2x4s. Call 263-1181 for information. -------------------------Like new, 26 Mens 21 spd., $50 obo. Call Theresa at 830203-5212. -------------------------2000 Buick Century, large capacity Estate Clothes Dryer, Kingsize mattress & standard box spring. 857-8090. -------------------------2 Teenagers Formals-Party Dresses. 1 White w/spaghetti Strap, with rhinestones. 1 Beige/ golden color, spaghetti straps, gold rhinestones. Call 672-8034 or come by 1822 St. Louis. -------------------------Heavy, vinyl tarps. 15x50. UV proof, tuff boogers. $50 each. 830-6602813. -------------------------6 oak restaurant booths w/copper inlaid tops. Large round folding tables w/6 armchairs. Contact Tommy, 830-351-1263. -------------------------Excellent condition. 20 push mower, weed eater, $125/both. 361741-2604, Yoakum. -------------------------Maytag Washing Machine. $150.00. Call 361-208-3565. -------------------------For sale: Float tube for fishing, like new. $50 obo. Also electric trolling motor-make offer. 857-5720. -------------------------LEGAL NOTICES MISC. FOR SALE
Baby bed for sale. $60. Call 254-9315712. -------------------------Electric Hospital Bed, $300. 12 function exercise bicycle, $65. Prices Negotiable. 830582-1120, Nixon. -------------------------Insulated 6x8 storage building. Like new. Used as a produce cooler. $1,000. Call 512227-6950. -------------------------Proform Treadmill. Model 380CS. Programmable, includes built-in fan, speaker for IPOD radio. Like new condition. $350/ obo. Contact Liz, 830-263-2103. -------------------------Whirlpool Heavy Duty Gas Dryer. Good condition. $75. Can be seen at 511 Church St. 830857-4993. -------------------------For Sale: Thomas Playmate with Color Glo Chord Organ. Good condition. All instruction books included. Call Sue, 672-2192. -------------------------Utility trailer. All wired for lights. Current tag. $575. 512-917-4078. -------------------------Commercial, Martin Luther King, Desk and many other calendars with your chosen information. Personal service at your business. Spread your website or business information all over South Texas. 830437-5142 or cell, 830-857-0876. -------------------------Prayer Shawl, 38x72, handmade, $75.00. Animal or bird cage, utility wire, 14x18, $60.00. 512-917-4078. -------------------------FREE 3 haul Fiberglass boat, 16 ft. Needs work & no leaks. Call for information. 830-5403574. -------------------------Fullsize Mattress & Box Springs, $100. Queensize Mattress and Box
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Springs, $175. Both in excellent condition & sanitized. 830-672-3728. -------------------------2 young ladies black jackets size 14. One is leather. 672-8034. -------------------------Old Readers Digests for Sale. Call 830-672-3362. -------------------------Autograph picture of Muhammad Ali/ Cassius Clay (60s), Certificate of Authenticity (11x16), $1,400. Yellow Lab Stud Service. (806) 577-3962. -------------------------Beautiful handmade orange poinsettia pottery bowl. Large. Great gift. $35. Call (512) 917-4078. -------------------------Culligan Water Softner and Rust Remover, old cars, elect. water heater, 2001 Fiber Truck bed w/key, Hay Balers, Bar B Q pipe. 830-437-5759. -------------------------2 pipe BBQ pits for sale. Ozarka Water cooler with bottle. Call 361-208-3565. -------------------------128 used letter-size hanging file folders, most have colored tabs, excellent condition. $30 cash for all or $7 per 25. 830-672-1106. -------------------------Computer, printer & desk, all $400. Stamina #4755 exercise machine. Like new condition. $100/obo. 672-2267. -------------------------4 tires. LT2457QR17 in good condition. $100 obo. 830-6722075. -------------------------Metal Bench, $150; Organ, $50; School desk & books of all kinds. Just out of Moulton on 532. Call 361-596-4403. -------------------------Tanning Bed for Sale. 1996, 24SF. $300. Childrens wardrobe, good condition. $300. 672-7127. -------------------------Beautiful Vintage water color paint-
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ing, landscape & water. 12x19. $375. Antique very ornate picture frame. 16x20, $295. Call 512-917-4078. -------------------------Dalhart Winberg original oil painting, landscape, $3800 (512)9174078. -------------------------For Sale: Picnic tables built with treated 2x6 lumber with bolts and screws. No nails. 4, 6, and 8 foot sizes available. For more details call 830540-4776 or 830857-3273. Delivery Available. FIREWOOD For Sale: Post Oak Firewood - year old - size and quantity to fit your need. Delivery available. Call for prices, 830540-4776 or 830857-3273. HAY FOR SALE Heavily fertilized, horse quality, coastal square & round bales. Bebe, Tx. 210-326-6053. FRM. EQUIPMENT For Sale: 4 bale hay hauler. $1,000. (830) 437-2826. -------------------------For Sale: Case 970 tractor, new rear tires. $5,000. (830) 377-8814. -------------------------John Deere 350 C Dozer. 90% Condition Overall and 1988 Wrangler, new motor. Sahara special Make offer on Jeep and Tractor. Call 857-1781. -------------------------For Sale: Cat D6C Dozer, power shift, hydraulic single blade, Hyster Winch w/cable, brush cab, extra set tracks pads. 830437-5759. -------------------------Ford 3000 Tractor. Diesel. $4,800. Call 830-203-9385. -------------------------1977 WW 2-horse straight load bumper pull. Good condition - ready to haul. Asking $2,000. (830) 8575695.
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Old western saddle, needs repair $150 (512) 9174078. -------------------------2 wheel trailer. Call Robert at 830-2030540. FURNITURE 6 pc. Solid Oak Bedroom Set. $500/ OBO. Call 361-7725566. -------------------------Solid wood double bookcase headboard, $50. 36x62 solid wood table, $40. 672-8390. -------------------------Bar Stools, 2-24 dark w/rattan cane, swivel seats, nice. $35.00 each. 2-24 V-finish ladder back w/woven seats. $15.00 each. 830-263-1702. -------------------------Beautiful 6 month old dark brown all leather sofa & loveseat, 4 recliners built in. Very comfortable. Need to sell, too large for room. Store will not take back. They are custom made. Paid $4,000, will take $3,000 for them. Call 672-3613. -------------------------Cargo style sofa. $100.00. Call 361772-5859. -------------------------Custom Designed Western motif 3 panel decorative screen, 54x78 1/2, horses, brands & leather look, $395. 512-917-4078. -------------------------For sale antique set twin beds, antique wardrobe, table with chairs, sofa and two matching chairs. 830-672-7347. -------------------------For sale 3 piece antique loveseat, lamps new and used mobile chair with batteries. 1827 St. Louis 830-672-8034. MOBILE HOMES 2002 Fleetwood Festival Ltd. 76x16 in excellent condition. 3 bedrooms and 2 bath. I am selling it for the pay off, est. $24,000. The payments with Wilson County
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taxes are about $250 a month. It is located in La Vernia and needs to be moved. Call Megan, 830-477-9792. -------------------------3/2, Singlewide Mobile Home. All electric, excellent condition. Also, Zenith 25 in. console TV and 25 inch color TV. All in excellent condition. Call 830-672-6414. -------------------------For Sale: 3br/2ba Fleetwood Mobile Home. 1,728 sq. ft. New roof, laminated wood floors, new windows, new furnace and door. Antique bath tub. 85% completely new remodeling throughout house. Must sell fast and be moved. Reduced $18,000/ obo. Call 830-4459889. -------------------------For Sale: 7.3070 Acres w/1973 Doublewide Mobile Home. 14 mi. South, FM 1117 in Seguin, TX. Mobile home is in need of repair. New water well. There are two septic tanks on property. Asking $56,000. Call 830401-0147.
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$3,000. 830-4372961. -------------------------For Sale: Bully Brand Sidesteps stainless steel for a Cre Cab Silverado. New body style. Asking $200/ obo. Like new. 830857-5598. -------------------------For Sale: 1981 Chevy dually, 10 dump bed, $1,800. 1986 Chevy dually, welding bed, $1,800. 1970 Ford gravel truck, new brakes, $1,000. 1965 Chevy 1/2 ton pickup, flat bed, $600. Call (830) 377-8814. -------------------------Grill Guard and Running Boards for 2002 Durango. Westin Brand, excellent condition. $300. Call 830-560-0238. -------------------------For Sale. Older Buick Regal Sport Car. Engine is gone. Body, tires are almost new. Air condition system is new. Make me an offer. 361-594-2129. Shiner, County Rd. 299, Box 577. -------------------------1988 Wrangler, new motor. Sahara special and John Deere 350 C Dozer. 90% Condition Overall. Make offer on Jeep and Tractor. Call 8571781. -------------------------SIMPLY THE BEST deals on new Chevrolets and GMCs AND 3 over 100 used vehicles with financing to fit most credit situations. Grafe Chevrolet GMC - Hallettsville, TX - 800 798-3225 or 361-798-3281. -------------------------1989 Ford Conversion Van. Super clean
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interior, good motor & A/C, transmissions slips, $1,900 firm. 830-437-5659 or 857-6565. -------------------------2000 Jeep Wrangler SE Sport 2D, New Tires and New Sony Stereo. 107,000 miles. Great Condition. Asking $7,000 obo. Call 361-8653353. -------------------------For Sale: 2001 Crown Victoria Ford, price $3,250. Call 830-5876230 or 830-8575559. -------------------------1998 Chevrolet, heavy 1/2 ton 4WD, 350CC engine. New AC. $5,000. Call 830203-0147. -------------------------Van for Sale. $3,800 OBO. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. Wellmaintained, very clean. 181,000 miles. Great for family or hauling van. Call 512-905-8226. -------------------------2,000 F-250, Powerstroke, Ford Diesel truck, Hunter Green, Tow Ball, Bedliner, CLEAN, 182K Miles. Power windows, locks. $6,500 cash. (512) 917-4078. -------------------------2005 Yamaha V-Star Classic with Silverado Package. Lots of extras. 1995 F-250 4x4 Supercab Diesel 5-speed. 281-3309417. -------------------------2009 Honda Trailwagon, w/dump bed, headlights, receiver hitch & seat belts. 2wd w/rear differential. $2,500. For more information, 672-8580.
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2006 Corvette, $16,000 miles. Very Clean. $33,000. Call 830-672-7040. -------------------------1997 Chevrolet 1500, short bed, V6, 128,000 miles. $2,600. Call 830-6727040. -------------------------1999 Dodge Quad Cab. 5.9 engine, automatic, 85,000 miles. Clean. $13,500. Call 830672-7040. -------------------------4 20 XD Series wheels from a 2008 Toyota Truck. Asking $800/obo. Call 830857-6434. -------------------------For Sale: 94 Cadillac DeVille. $600. Call Luis, 361-433-2356. -------------------------Mercury Grand Marquis LS. Loaded, 146,284 miles.
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Gonzales ISD is accepting bids for a no-drill/no surface use Oil Gas and Mineral Lease. Bids will be received until November 7, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. All bids will be received and opened in the office of the Superintendent of Schools, 926 St. Lawrence, Gonzales, Texas 78629. You may obtain the bid documents from the Superintendent of Schools at the address shown above or by phone request to 830.672.7159. Gonzales ISD is currently seeking bids to lease (no drilling or surface use) the following real property for the purpose of investigating, exploring, prospecting, mining and producing oil and gas: TRACT 1: 22.375 acres, more or less, part of Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, in Range 7, East of Water Street, in the Original Outer Town of Gonzales Survey, A-25, in Gonzales County, Texas, described in deed dated June 30, 1966, from Roy Halamicek to Gonzales Independent School District, and recorded in Volume 349, Page 232, of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, TX; AND TRACT 2: 3.028 acres, more or less, part of Lot 9, in Tier 2, East of Water Street, in the Original Outer Town of Gonzales Survey, A-25, in Gonzales County, Texas described in deed dated December 30, 1976, from W.H. Mason to Gonzales Independent School District, and recorded in Volume 428, Page 806, of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, TX; AND TRACT 3: .459 acres, more or less, part of Lot 8, in Range 7, East of Water Street, in the Original Outer Town of Gonzales Survey, A-25, in Gonzales County, Texas, described in deed dated January 28, 1991, from the Guthrie Trust and the Huebner Trust to Gonzales Independent School District, and recorded in Volume 674, Page 496, of the Official Records of Gonzales, TX; AND TRACT 4: .422 acres, more or less, part of Lot 9, in Range 7, East of Water Street, in the Original Outer Town of Gonzales Survey, A-25, in Gonzales County, Texas, described in deed dated May 16, 1996, from Edna Allen, Independent Executrix of the Estate of Oscar Filip to Gonzales Independent School District, and recorded in Volume 767, Page 369, of the Official Records of Gonzales County, TX. The information stated herein has been gathered in good faith by the District. However, it shall be the responsibility of the Bidder to determine the exact property, including the exact net mineral acres, to be leased. Gonzales ISD does not make any representations regarding the Gonzales ISDs ownership and right to lease the interest in the land. Bidders must research the county and any other records Bidders deem necessary to determine the extent of such interest. No other interests are subject to the proposed lease.
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2007 Saturn Ion, 56,000 Miles $5000 worth of performance parts. $9000 OBO 830-203-0282. -------------------------For sale: 1998 GMC P/U, V8 automatic, 2D Extended Cab, 181K miles, bed liner, tow-package, $3,800. 830-2030287. HOMES FOR RENT 3/2, $850/mo., $500/dep. 318 DeWitt St. 830-4459294. -------------------------3/2, like new 1,800 sq. ft. in Nixon. $1,000/mo. Call 830-857-6921. -------------------------2BR/2BA house for rent, w/covered patio, w/electricity. Lots of trees, quiet. No pets, no smoking. $650/ mo + dep. 1st and last months. Appliances available. Luling area. 210386-1399. -------------------------Home in Seguin for Rent. Two bedroom, one bath. Completely updated with all new appliances. $750.00 per month and $750.00 deposit. Call Debbie at 830445-9583 for details. -------------------------House in country for rent. 3/2, nice yard. 361-594-3233 or 830-857-4364. HOME SERVICES Need your house or office cleaned? Call 512-216-4901 or 512-644-7682. Good References. -------------------------HELLO! Are you looking for extra income and want to make a difference in someones life? Im looking for a Caregiver to work 2 times a month or more in Seguin taking care of a Alzheimer patient. Must have
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perience working with Alzeheimers patients. Call 830391-4837. -------------------------You Vacation, Ill take care of the place. Includes pets, yard, grandma. References. Mature lady. Gonzales, 512-2964845. -------------------------Do you need your house cleaned? No job is too small or too big. $10-$15/ hr. Available M-S. Call Brittany Balderas at 445-0703. -------------------------House cleaning services available. Reasonable rates. Servicing Gonzales and surrounding areas. References available. Call Barbara at 979777-8710 or email bjbrzozowski@yahoo.com. -------------------------Experienced Care Giver excellent references available for private setting in home hospital and nursing home. Day and night. 361-865-0286 or 832-655-9195. -------------------------Dennis Fojtek (Mechanic), Moulton, Tx. 713-408-9388. Repairs the following: tractors, lawn mowers, tillers, chain saws, trucks etc. -------------------------Private Caregiver. 20+ years experience. Hospice certified. Looking to do private duty, cook, clean, drive. 361-772-2011. -------------------------Ironing done, in my home can pick up & deliver. References if needed. Call Louise (830) 582-1120. -------------------------Will clean your house. Im dependable and have references. Call Mary at 830-672-4691. --------------------------
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man available. I also build sheds, 16x8 tool shed. Call 830-857-1959. -------------------------Building Demolition House, barns, etc. 830-263-0663 or 830-203-0540. -------------------------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 2031503 or (830) 8575927. LAWN & GARDEN Need help with lawn or pool? Please call Gene Kridler at 830-8571576. -------------------------Lawn care & shredding. Call for free estimates. 830203-9385. -------------------------Lawn mowing service, residential & commercial. Liability ins., free estimates and low cost.. No job too large or too small. 830-263-4181. -------------------------Will mow yards reasonable rates. Call for free estimate, 830-8575147. CHILD CARE Willing to do babysitting at my house. 8-5 M-F. 511 Church RVs FOR SALE
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RV Pecos pop-up. Like new, only pulled from dealer. $4,000. Both units located near Old Moulton. Call 8570734 or 361-5967317. -------------------------1990 25ft Dutchman travel trailer for sale. Fifth wheel hitch, queen size bed and couch, rear bathroom with closet, gas stove and microwave, new tires. Gonzales area, $4,000. 830857-4750. -------------------------1976 Ford Eldorado Motorhome. V-8, super clean, good motor & A/C. New refrigerator. $3,700/obo. 830437-5659 or 8576565. -------------------------24 ft. 2006 bought in 2007. Zeppelin Travel Trailer w/ slide out; Lg. corner shower, qn. bed, m/w, stove, refrigerator, sat./cable prep, tires 2-yrsold. $9,800; located near Gonzales. Call 936-203-4378 or 936-594-9809. -------------------------FOR SALE: 25 ft. 5th wheel travel trailer with 5th wheel hitch. Good condition. Microwave, stove, refrigerator, sleeper couch, queen bed. Asking $4,000. Call 830437-2359. -------------------------1996 Pace Arrow. Ready to travel. Good condition. Runs well. 830-6603883. -------------------------2009 38 Landmark. 3 slide-outs. Like new. King size bed. Great Buy. $39,900. 830-437-5211. RECREATION For Sale or Trade: 27 Sailboat, Beam 8, fiberglass. 361561-3335. Ask for Jeff. -------------------------2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. Independent Suspension. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Askintg - $4,950.00 in very good condition. Call 830-8574670. -------------------------RV Sites Available in Nixon. $350/mo. includes utilities. Call 830-857-6921. -------------------------For Sale: Motorcycle trailer, $100.
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(830) 377-8814. -------------------------2008 Honda Fourtrax with only 250 miles $3,500 o.b.o. 830-857-5236. -------------------------2 80CC Kawasaki 4-wheelers for sale. $900/each. Call 830-534-4996. -------------------------Enduro 55 lb. Thrust Minn Kota used 1 hour. $150. 916 Qualls St., Gonzales. -------------------------Boat Fender and life vests. $5 to $10 each. 916 Qualls St., Gonzales. -------------------------For Sale: 2007 Honda Shadow, VT 750 C2, 3,902 Miles. Like New condition. $3,000.00. Call after 5:00 p.m. M-F. 830-540-3555. -------------------------2006 Buell Blast 500cc bike. Made by Harley-Davidson. Only 2,100 miles. Gets 62 miles to a gallon. Great fun, easy to ride, beginners or experienced. $2,500 obo. Located near Old Moulton. Cell, 830-857-0734, after 6, can call 361596-7317. -------------------------FOR RENT: 2-RV Parking Sites, shade trees, all hook ups. 5 miles East Gonzales. $350/mo. Call 2630292. -------------------------5 RV Spots for rent. $350/mo. Electric, sewer hookups, water all included in price. Off 90A and Kelly Loop. For information call 830-857-3112. -------------------------2003 Dyna SuperGlide Harley 100 yr. Anniv. Gold Key addition windshield, backrest, forward controls. Great condition. $7,500. 830-875-2278. -------------------------Having Fun with piano lessons with Shelia Wright 1622 N. College St. Youth and Adults Flexible Schedule (830) 672-2719.
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Dobermans. AKC Registered, Black/ Tan, Born 7-2-11, 4 females. Warlock Breeding. Shots & Wormed, tails and dewclaws, $150. 830-857-3232. -------------------------For Sale: Dog carrying cage. Asking $40.00. Call 361208-3565. -------------------------AKC German Shorthair pointer puppies for sale. Great hunters & family companions. Male - $200; female - $250. 830-2030470. -------------------------Pups For Sale. Great Pyrenees, (1/8 Anatolian). Call Sammie Gibson at (830) 203-8666. -------------------------Very cute Rat Terrier puppies. 6 wks old. $75. 830-2030470. -------------------------Tiny Chihuahua puppies. 8 wks. Registered. S/W, tiger striped, Apple Head. $150-$175. 210-379-0771. -------------------------Cocker Spaniels AKC, 3 males, shots & wormed. $250.00. 830-5404368 or 830-2038511. -------------------------2 Great Dane puppies. Asking $225. 857-5147. -------------------------Rhodesian Ridgeback and lab mix puppies. With ridges $50. They are blond, brown and tan. Without ridges, $25. Will be big dogs around 75-100 lbs. Call Leia Dalton at 830-2632570. -------------------------Turn your favorite pet photo into a work of art! Artist Brenda Shannon, Pastel or Acrylic. Great gift idea. (512) 917-4078. -------------------------5 Cockatiels. 2 years old. Yellow and gray. $50 each. Call 830-534-5930. LIVESTOCK For Sale: Miniature donkey, male, brown and grey, cross on back. 6 months old. Great pet and farm guard. Fairly friendly. Call 830-263-1441 or 830-672-2346. -------------------------Polish crested Blue Legged Bantam Chickens. 512-2725147.
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HACCP Trained person need to help write HACCP plan for poultry. 830-339-0419. -------------------------Boer Goats for Sale: 1 Billy, 6 mths. 1 Nannie, 6 mth & 5 Adult Nannies. Sell as package deal or individual. 830560-0238. -------------------------For Sale: Sorrel Gelding, 10 yrs. old. Big, strong, sound ranch horse. Very good looking. Needs a strong rider. Gentle, calm disposition. $850/ firm. Call 361-5964954. -------------------------Black Limousin & Black Angus Bulls. Also Heifers. Gentle. Increase your weaning waits. Delivery available. 979-263-5829. -------------------------Reg. Polled Hereford Bulls. One year to 3 1/2 years, $1,100-$1,500. Also Reg. Heifers, 1 yr. olds. $650-$850. Call 830-540-4430. -------------------------For Sale. 3 black Brangus Bulls, 1 red Brangus Bull. 2 yrs. old. No papers. $1,200/each. 830437-5772. -------------------------For Sale. Female mare, 6 yrs. old. $500. Please call if interested. 713203-2814. -------------------------Riding lessons in Gonzales. My horses or yours. For more information please call, 830203-0470. --------------------------------------APHA flashy mare for sale. Broke to ride. FMI please call 830-203-0470. $1750.00. Used in Playdays/trailride. -------------------------Pretty Reg. A.Q.H.A. Cremello Colt, 6 months old. Great conformation. Good bloodline Hollywood Gold & King. $500.00. 830437-5671 or 830857-4591. -------------------------Longhorn young bulls and heifers for sale. Foundation genetics. Yard art or breeders. Gold Star Longhorns, Bob Tinstman, 830540-4591. -------------------------For Sale: Black Angus Bulls. 1 1/2 yrs. old. $1200-$1500. 830-437-5772.
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Yearling smoky grulla dun filly (solid). Has halter on and has been trailered. Asking $600 OBO. (830) 857-5695. -------------------------17 year sorrel paint with blue eye. Originally trained in western pleasure - used for trail rides. Asking $1,200. (830) 857-5695. -------------------------7 year dun paint. Well trained, ready to finish your way. Asking $2,000. (830) 857-5695. -------------------------White Leghorn chickens, $7.00 each. 830-8574580. -------------------------MINI-DONKEYS. Great pets, loves people. All ages and colors, some cross designs, 36 tall. 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830672-5152. -------------------------M I N I - G O AT S . (Dwarf Nigerians) 18 to 24 tall. Good weed eaters. Fun to have around. Beautiful silver and white herd sire. (7 left) 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830672-5152. REAL ESTATE 2/1 home. 714 Seydler St. Owner Finance. $75,000 or best cash offer. Call Martha, 830556-2280. Habla Espanol. -------------------------511 Williams, Updated, 2BR/1BA, central A/C & Heat. Insulated. Wood floors throughout, kitchen & shower hard tile. Nancy, Stobaugh, Realtor, 512-297-8500, Sale or Lease. -------------------------Brick Home for Sale. 4BR/3BA, 1513 St. Michael Street on about 1 acre. Lots of trees. 830-857-5231 or 830-857-5236. -------------------------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. 830-8574172.
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GREAT DEAL! 1997 Kountry Star 34 ft., 5th Wheel. 2 slideouts, upgraded kitchen, ducted A/H, 11 storage compar tmenbts, ceiling fans. NADA. com/RV appraised RV at $15,900. Asking $10,000. Great home for oilfield. Located in Rockport, TX. 361-6451009. -------------------------2004 Wildcat 5th Wheel RV. 28 ft., equipped to sleep 5, w/lrg. slide containing sofa & dinette. Lots of storage. Adapted to pull as gooseneck. Excellent condition. Call 361-2181880.
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vGONZALES 1704 Donovan, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath..................$169,500 vGONZALES New home under construction, complete by 10/25/11. Home has 3bed/2baths, metal roof, double pane windows, pec plumbing system, HUGE monster size lot with large trees, great location, 711 St. Frances, Gonzales...............................................................$159,500 vTHOMPSONVILLE 2BR/1BA home on 30 ac. Recent new metal Sold roof, remodeled and updated. On CR 240 in Thompsonville..$199,500 vWAELDER 97.44 acres, 4BR ranch house, great house, oil/gas income, Ranching/Investment.....................................................$750,000 vGONZALES 28 acres, 2 story, 3BR, 2 Bath custom built home..... .................................................................................................$375,000 vTHOMPSONVILLE 10 ac. fronting CR 240...................$4,900/ac. vREDROCK 181 acres.........................................................$895,000 vGONZALES 5 ac in city of Gonzales with access to RR track. All city utilities are available.................................................................$100,000 vGONZALES For Lease: 10 to 20 acres, about 5 miles south of Gonzales, just off Hwy. 183. vGONZALES 2.25 acres fronting Oil Patch Lane. Raw land includes Sold metal shed and fencing..............................................................$50,000 vGONZALES One acre fronting Oil Patch Lane with water, phone and elec. ready for hook-up.......................................................$50,000 vWAELDER Poultry Farm. 4 breeder hen house, 50 acres, mobile ho me.........................................................................................$1,250,000
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REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Two story, eleven House for Sale. room home which 3BR/1 bath or 2 BR includes three bed- and dining room, room, two baths. carport & storage Apprx. 2,500 sq. ft. building in back. on about an half Phone, 830-203acre. Corner lot, 5181, good barzoned for residen- gain. tial/commercial. -------------------------Luling. $150,000. 3BR/2BA at 1609 830-875-6975. Gardien St. 1,400 -------------------------- sq. ft, 2 living ar53.35 Improved eas, lg. fenced yard. Pasture with 3/2 $94K. 830-203older home, CA/H, 1874. on FM 1116. 5 miles -------------------------from downtown 4BR/1BA, privacy Gonzales. Live fenced-in yard. Oaks, lots of new 1000 Cuero St., fence. After 5 p.m. Gonzales. Open lot call 830-437-2955 in front of house, or 830-857-4242. carport. Good con-------------------------- dition. About 20 Home For Sale; yrs. old. $75,000. New Construction; Call 830-203-0389 2 bed/1 bath; 1504 for information. Weimar Street; LAND $74,900; 100% financing for quali- 5 Acres or more to fied buyers; 830- lease. For Storage 203-5065. or Oilfield Equip-------------------------- ment etc. 1 1/2 PUBLISHERS NOTICE:
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LAND mile from city limits off 183 S. Call 830-263-4888 for information. -------------------------For Sale: 37 acres land. North of Waelder, TX. FMR 1296. Contact Info. 830-237-9227. -------------------------6+ Acres at end of Oil Patch Lane. Zoned Commercial for $180,000. Can divide into smaller tracts. Call 210416-0041. -------------------------Small acreage for sale or lease on US 183 just North of US 90A in Gonzales. Great for oilfield, etc. 830-2030470. -------------------------Approximately 10 acres for lease in Gonzales. Great for commercial business. For more info please call 830203-0470. -------------------------For Sale: 7.3070 Acres w/1973 Doublewide Mobile Home. 14 mi. South, FM 1117 in Seguin, TX. Mobile home is in need of repair. New water well. There are two septic tanks on property. Asking $56,000. Call 830401-0147. -------------------------Lot for Rent. $100/ month. 70x130 on Church St. Call 830423-2103. --------------------------
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Want to buy used tractors, running or not. Call 361-2931633. -------------------------Looking for a good, used 3 wheel bike for adult. Call Paula at 672-3747. -------------------------The Heights of Gonzales Activity Department is looking for a fridge/freezer to hold supplies for event refreshments. If you would like to donate or know of one that is reasonably priced, contact Gwen Koncaba, 830-6724530. -------------------------Professional Artist needs coastal round bales of hay. Will barter for artwork. Brenda Shannon, 512-917-4078. -------------------------Wanted: Any make rifle, caliber 22-250. Call 830-857-1781. -------------------------I want to buy a used shower stall & kitchen cabinets. 830-437-5659 -------------------------WANTED: Old, broken and unwanted costume and vin-
WANTED tage jewelry, chain necklaces/belts and loose beads. I am a crafter who loves beading and making jewelry, and cant afford new, full price beads. I will make an offer. I am in Gonzales. Please help me with my hobby. YOUR TRASH IS MY TREASURE! Call (512) 227-4040 today. -------------------------Wanted: Heavy duty metal shelving, 6-7 ft. tall, 3-5 ft. long, 12-24 inches deep. 832-4195275. -------------------------Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-2844255. -------------------------Small family owned trucking company looking to lease or purchase 5-15 acres in Gonzales or surrounding area. Prefer w/shop or building. Call 501-589-5097. -------------------------Wanted: Looking for Deer Lease to pay by the day. 361-596-7792. -------------------------Needed: I need to rent a 2 bed or 3 bedroom apartment or house in Gonzales or Luling area. Please call 830-822-5076. Call 672-7100 to subscribe.
STORAGE K&S Storage Units 922 St. Peter, Gonzales, Texas. Units are available for rent with specials. First Month $10.00 - Move in special for month of August and September!!! Call 830-445-9583 or 830-857-3505 for details. -------------------------APACHE STORAGE The Store All Place is located at 2502 Harwood Rd. Gonzales, TX. 830-2035115. MISC. SERVICES
Buy loose gemstones and allow us to custom design your upcoming gift. Over 1,000 cts. to choose from. Call 979-743-5840. -------------------------JCK Services. Tree shearing, brush stacking, stump treatment, small brush grubbing. Call Jeff (830) 2631016 or Wayne, (830) 857-3611. -------------------------A/C & Electrical side jobs: New installs, A/C maintenance, Condenser change-outs, Residential & Commercial at affordable prices. Please call David anytime at 830-263-1747. -------------------------Ranch Hand Work. Rounding up cattle, fence work. Willing to learn. Call Steven & Ger-
MISC. SERVICES ald, 512-538-8950. -------------------------Need help with lawn or pool? Please call Gene Kridler at 830-8571576. -------------------------Mobile Massage is now serving Gonzales & Luling. Specializing in Therapeutic Massage for pain in lower back, neck, knees etc. Also corporate chair massage. 13 years experience. LMT Steve Turner, Lic. # MT021213. Call 830-857-0270. Let me help getting you mobile. -------------------------Brush Busters. Bobcat, w/tree cutter attachment, land clearing, mesquite spraying, fence building, misc. odd end jobs. Reasonable Rates. Call James at 512738-0848. -------------------------Electrical wiring, troubleshooting & Repairs, new construction, a d d i t i o n s, m e te r loops, ceiling fans, metal buildings, panel upgrades, etc. 830-437-5747. -------------------------Photographer Professional, Affordable, and Convenient. Specializing in families, children and maternity photography sessions. Or re-
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lax and enjoy your special day by hiring Memories by Maxwell to shoot your birthday/anniversary party, retirement ceremony, wedding, baptism, or other memorable event. Call Nikki today to schedule your event or session. (512) 227-4040. Located in Gonzales. Will travel to events within surrounding area. -------------------------No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment. -------------------------Need a monument or marker? Save $$ on monuments, markers. High Quality. Less Cost Monuments & Markers. 1405 Conway St., Gonzales, the IOOF Building. 830-857-8070.
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Donating money to charity is one of the most selfless things a person can do. Unfortunately, criminals can easily prey on these selfless acts, using a persons desire to help the less fortunate for their own personal gain. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, seniors should be especially mindful of fraud schemes. Thats because seniors are considered easy targets for criminals for a number of reasons. The FBI notes that seniors are most likely to have a nest egg and an exceptional credit rating, making them very attractive to criminals. Whats more, seniors are more likely to be ashamed if they feel they have been victimized and therefore are less prone to report the fraud. But seniors should know that con artists dont discriminate when it comes to their victims, and people of all ages are victimized each and every year, particularly during the holiday season when men and women most commonly donate. Before donating to charity this year, older donors should take the following precautions to reduce their risk of being victimized by con artists posing as charities. * Get off the phone. Seniors are commonly victimized by con artists over the phone. No reputable charity will want you to donate over the telephone. Instead, the charity will want you to familiarize yourself with their mission and history and then make a donation based on your research. If a caller wants you to donate over the phone, simply request they mail you information about the charity and then hang up. If theyre a reputable charity, this should not be a problem. If the caller continues to pressure you for a donation over the phone, just hang up. A caller soliciting a donation might be a con artist, an employee of a for-profit fundraiser or an employee of the charity itself. Ultimately, if you decide to make a donation, dont do so over the phone. Instead, send that donation directly to the charity to ensure the charity receives the entire donation, instead of a portion going toward a fundraiser. * Dont feel pressured. No reputable charity pressures prospective donors into making contributions. Thats because they dont need to. A reputable charity can afford to keep its lights on and its programs running with or without your donation. If a caller or a letter is pressuring you to donate, dont succumb to that pressure and kindly decline to donate. * Dont let gifts pressure you. Another tool employed by con artists or even less reputable charities is to send gifts to prospective donors. These can include mailing labels or cards. The hope is that recipients will feel pressured into donating once they receive a gift. However, a charity that is worth a donation does not need to resort to such tactics, which are a waste of resources as well as a dishonest way to solicit donations. Seniors should not feel compelled to donate because they received free mailing labels. * Verify all information. Con artists are especially good at impersonating a reputable charity, sending e-mails with a well known charitys logo but a link that directs donors to a different Web site entirely. Never make a donation without first verifying a charitys information, including how your donation will be used and how much of the charitys budget goes toward the services and programs it provides.
The warm and fuzzy feeling that arises when helping others is what drives many to donate money or do good for others. Studies show that altruism may actually have profound physiological effects. Scientists have determined that the feelings of happiness associated with doing good can be traced to a particular pleasure center of the brain that can be viewed and measured with brain scans. There are physical components to doing thoughtful or charitable things, according to a 2008 report in The New York Times. This bodes well for donations as the recession continues to hit the country in a big way. Individuals who are facing layoffs or pay cuts may still dig deep into their pockets for charitable donations because they seek the high that donating provides. And it isnt just financial donations that make a person happy. Any type of goodwill toward others is a way to generate the endorphins and moodboosting properties of altruism. That means there are plenty of opportunities that can boost feelings of happiness. * During the holiday season, write a Letter from Santa to a less fortunate child and include a gift card to a toy store so that he or she can get a treat. * Visit seniors in a retirement community or
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them. * Take in the trash cans for your entire street, especially if the weather is nasty. * Tell a fast-food employee or another hard worker that theyre doing a good job. Complaints come easy in the service industry, but praise is often hard to get. * Volunteer to watch neighborhood children so other mothers and fathers can get a much-needed break. * Dont ignore a phone solicitation from a charity organization. Get more information and do your best to donate. * If you practice a religion, go to your house of worship and participate in community togetherness. * Hold a door, smile at someone or offer to get something down from a tall shelf in a store. Its the Doing good for others can bring more than just a little things that can bring pleasure. smile to your own face. It actually causes measured * Share something you have with another person changes to brain activity. who doesnt. That may mean generator-supplied assisted living facility and sit and chat for a while. electric power during a power outage, a special * Knock on an elderly neighbors door and find snack at school lunch, a tool, a piece of clothing or out if you can help out with any chores around the whatever you can think of. house. There are so many ways to give to others, and * Bring a friend breakfast or lunch simply because one of the biggest benefits is the smiles and positive you were thinking of them and wanted to surprise feelings giving provides.
* Save all records of donations. Its important to save records of any donations for tax purposes, but its also important for seniors to keep records to avoid fraud. Many con artists prey on seniors by pretending to represent charities seniors have donated to in the past.
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Next Hurdle for Apaches: Da Bears

By MARK LUBE
sportseditor@gonzalescannon.com
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Gonzales-La Vernia battle will likely decide 28-3A title

The 2011 Gonzales Senior Night game has two contenders for the District 28-3A title competing for the crown Friday. The Gonzales Apache host the La Vernia Bears in the final home game of the season tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. Gonzales head coach Ricky Lock said La Vernia is an all-around good and well-coached team. It will be a big challenge for us, he said. The Apaches have mathematically qualified for the playoffs with a 4-0 district record after a 48-12 win at Pleasanton last week. Both the Bears and Cuero, who Gonzales plays to end the season, are tied for second place with a 3-1 mark. Sam Houston and the Yoakum Bulldogs are both 2-2 in a tie for thirdplace. The Bears offense is centered around Aaron Grubb, a senior who will line up in the backfield, go wide or even get a chance to throw the football. Grubb has good hands and he is fast, Lock said. He is one of the better athletes we will see. Grubb is not that big but he is explosive. Grubb will run a lot of counters and power running plays. Grubb has rushed for 486 yards on 64 carries and has scored three times. He has 18 catches for 272 yards and three touchdowns. Grubb is also on special teams, as potential kickoff and punt returner. La Vernia also has Landon Richter and Connor Carnes to carry the football. Richter and Carnes will
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get a lot of carries, Lock said. At the start of the season, the Bears had Jose Sahagun at quarterback. Vince Gill is now the signal caller. Sahagun has thrown for 431 yards and five touchdowns on 32-of-62 passing while Gill has completed 22-of-35 for 232 yards, three touchdowns and four interceptions. Gill is talented at running the football. Vince Gill is a running quarterback that is good on the quarterback isolation and quarterback power. He APACHES, Page C5
Gonzales running back Zach Lopez (21) arches as he leaps over the pile-up at the goal line to score a secondquatrer touchdown in Fridays contest against Pleasanton. The Apaches went on to claim a 48-12 win and improve their season record to 8-0. For story, see Page C3. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
New chapter unfolds in storied St. Paul-Sacred Heart rivalry

Friday Night Lights Football roundup, See Pages C3-C4
By CEDRIC IGLEHART
region@gonzalescannon.com
Another chapter will be written Saturday afternoon in the storied rivalry between Shiner St. Paul and Hallettsville Sacred Heart. The home-standing Indians will carry a perfect 8-0 record into the game, while the Cardinals (6-2, 1-1) will be looking to knock them off in order to keep alive their hopes of retaining the TAPPS Division IV Dis-
Playoff hopes riding on the line

By MARK LUBE and CEDRIC IGLEHART
Football Roundup
trict 3 title. Theyve got everything in the world going for them right now, said St. Paul head coach Paul Johnston. To me one of the biggest factors is theyve got 13 seniors on their ball club. It makes a big difference when youve got that many guys with so much experience.
Sacred Heart is coming off a 56-0 drubbing of winless San Antonio St. Gerard, where they outgained the Royals 455-36. All of the Indians scores came on running plays, including three in the first quarter by Sterling Hrncir, but they also have an effective passer in quarterback Jared Krischke. We always want to wear down the defense, said Sacred Heart head coach Pat Henke. Our number one RIVALS, Page C5
The post-season picture is beginning to take shape around the region, and several area squads will be involved in do-or-die contests Friday. The Yoakum Bulldogs and the Cuero Gobblers need victories this week against Poteet and Sam Houston, respectively for better positioning in the playoff picture. Nixon hosts rivals Stockdale to end its regular season with a winand-youre in situation at hand; on-the-rise Luling travels to Marion; Hallettsville visits Hitchcock and Flatonia welcomes Louise while the Shiner Comanches have the week off. Stockdale at Nixon The Mustangs are 3-2 in district and are a half-game ahead of Dilley, Karnes City and Stockdale, who have 2-2 district records. A Mustang victory in the finale against the Brahmas would keep them in second place, above the log jam in third place. Nixon defeated San Antonio Brooks 54-8 in its last outing. The Brahmas are a runheavy team with three
players with 400 or more yards rushing on the season. Running back Trevor Bauman has carried 104 times for 837 yards and 10 touchdowns; quarterback Colton West has 66 carries for 444 yards and six touchdowns while fullback
Matthew Valadez has eight touchdowns on 61 attempts for 520 yards. Bauman is the leading receiver with (20-356, four touchdowns). Nixon will have to tackle the ball carriers well and force Stockdale to throw the football. West has
thrown for 852 yards, nine touchdowns and six interceptions. The Nixon offense will need to keep linebacker Dylan Dunn and defensive lineman Caleb Sanchez, Stockdales leading tacklers, DOGS, Page C5
The Apache Booster Club is taking pre-orders for football playoff T-shirts. All pre-orders must be turned in by Nov. 1. All orders must be picked up and paid on Nov.9 from 6-8 p.m. at the Apache football field. If shirts are not picked up, they will go on sale to the general public. Shirts can be pre-ordered at tomorrows game against La Vernia. You may also contact the schools: Jami Owens at the High School at 672-7535; Teresa Staton at the Junior High at 672-6841; Sarah Miller for North Avenue at 6729557; Tamela Baker at Gonzales Elementary at 672-1467 and Anna Ruddock at East Avenue at 672-2826. You may also contact Twila Cornett at 8574104, Tammy Hillman at the China Basket at 6728013, Liz Espinosa at Purina Feed at 672-6565 or Lori Benes at Southern Clay at 672-2891.
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Lady Cardinals Take Second in State
2011 State Runners-Up
The St. Paul Lady Cardinals are the 2011 TAPPS Class 2A state cross-country runners-up. Team members included (from left) Samantha Siegel, Marrisa Ynclan, McKenzie Kresta, Victoria Kusak, Elise Patek, Alexa Schaefer, Ashton Kutac, Katelynn Leist, Kali Kocian, Coach Dana Beal, Johanna Green, Isabella Crawford, Melanie Wagner, Cassidy Thomas. (Courtesy Photo)
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Coming through at the end

Lady Apaches dust Poteet, earn spot in three-way playoff for post-season
The Lady Apaches did their part Tuesday night in their regular-season finale against Poteet, and now theyre heded to post-season play. Gonzales defeated the Lady Aggies 3-1 (25-27, 25-22, 25-10, 25-16). With the victory, Gonzales needed some assistance from Yoakum, who was playing Pleasanton that evening. Yoakum came through with a win over the Eaglettes, which forced a three-way tie for third between Gonzales, Pleasanton and Cuero. Yoakum wrapped up second place and La Vernia is the district champion. Gonzales, Pleasanton and Cuero will now have a playoff to determine who will represent the district in the playoffs as the third team. The Lady Apaches will play Cuero at 7 p.m. today in La Vernia and the winner of that playoff will face Pleasanton at 1 p.m. Saturday in La Vernia. The first game was not played to my expectations, Gonzales coach Kim Payne said. Then we came out and played and won the next three. Payne said she felt the hitting was improved and that overall, things are coming together for Gonzales. I feel we are finally peaking, she said. The teams were split after the first two sets. The Lady Apaches roared to a 20-7 advantage in the third set with kills from
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By MARK LUBE
Danyelle Glass and Lindsey Akers. Later, a pair of kills from Allison Raley sealed the third-set deal. Poteet got a 7-3 lead in the fourth set but the Lady Apaches eventually battled to a 16-12 lead and outscored Poteet 9-4 the rest of the way with plays coming from Raley, Brittany Pakebusch, Glass and Shayla Simper. For Gonzales, Carly Bozka had 17 digs, one ace; Jessica Cantu had 15 digs, two aces and 30 assists; Raley had eight blocks, 12 kills and an ace; Glass had 12 kills; Simper had two aces and 12 digs while Pakebusch had five blocks and five kills.
Shiner stops Flatonia to claim share of top spot

From coaches reports
Volleyball Roundup
Shiner defeated Flatonia 3-1 (25-13, 19-25, 25-16, 25-17) on Friday to split the season series with the Lady Bulldogs and
force a two-way tie for first place as each team is 8-1. For the Lady Comanches, Kristin Schacherl had five aces; Lauren Oden had 10 points; LaNeisha Hunt had 19 kills; Cassie Stafford had 31 assists; Amanise Coleman
had five blocks and Ryah Michalec had 18 digs. The Lady Comanches swept Ganado 2512, 25-11, 25-11 on Tuesday. Kaylyn Benes had 19 points and five aces; Oden had two blocks; Hunt had 26 digs and 12 kills; Coleman had two blocks and Stafford had 35 assists. Shiner and Flatonia are co-district champions. The Lady Comanches will represent the district as the No. 1 seed and Flatonia will be the No. 2 seed. For Flatonia, Leanna Dunk had 12 kills and ace; Alex Bruns had 21 assists and two blocks; Courtney Mica had 24 digs while Abigail Schacherl and Abigail Rodriguez had one ace each. On Oct. 18, Flatonia swept Ganado 258, 25-15, 25-11. Dunk had 13 kills and six aces; Bruns had 21 assists and Mica had 11 digs. Flatonia defeated Louise 3-1 on Tuesday (9-25, 25-16. 25-18, 25-21). The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs defeated San Antonio Brooks 3-2 (25-23, 2426, 25-10, 13-25, 15-9) on Friday. Devon Tristan had 21 kills; Brooke Gordon had 14 assists; Jessica Flores had three aces and Jennifer Flores had nine digs. The Lady Mustangs improve to 7-4 in district play. Nixon fell to Marion 22-25, 14-25, 16-25 on Tuesday to fall to 7-5 in district. Hailey Boatwright and Tristan had four kills each; Jessica Flores had six assists; Jennifer Flores had 10 digs, and Gordon and Tristan had one ace each The Yoakum Bulldogs had a district bye on Friday but played Industrial in a late-season non-conference match. Industrial l won 3-0 (27-25, 25-21, 25-23). For
Yoakum, Ashtyn Henkes had 16 kills, two blocks; Ryan Hagan had two aces and 23 digs while Camille DeSmet had 36 assists. Yoakum swept Pleasanton (25-19, 2519, 25-22) on Tuesday. Leslie Seidenberger had 17 kills; DeSmet had two aces, 36 assists and 12 digs; Henkes had nine blocks and Callie Witte had 12 digs. Cuero swept the Poteet Lady Aggies 25-12, 25-17, 25-19 on Friday. Abby Shepard had 16 kills, two blocks and two aces; Ashley Grahmann had two aces; Emily Olsovsky had two aces and Tiffani Shellenbarger had 21 assists. The Lady Gobblers fell to La Vernia on Tuesday 3-0 (20-25, 13-25, 21-25). Shepard had 13 kills; Emery Johnson had three aces; Shellenbarger had 23 assists; Grahmann had nine digs with Brandi Phillips, Emily Valenta and Shepard getting one block each. Luling battles for playoffs with matches against Stockdale, Marion and Cole. Luling hosted Stockdale Lady Brahmas Oct 11. Luling won the match against Stockdale 3-1 (25-20, 25-21, 20-25, 27-25) The Lady Eagles played at Marion on Oct. 14. The No. 18 Lady Bulldogs swept Luling 25-17, 25-20 and 25-19. Luling played a non-conference match against Thrall on Oct. 18. The Lady Eagles prevailed 3-1 (25-15, 19-25, 25-15, 25-16). Luling returned to 29-2A play on Oct. 21, sweeping San Antonio Cole (25-8, 2518, 25-20). The win gave Luling a 7-4 mark in district and a three-way tie for third between Luling, Universal City Randolph and Nixon.
Comin down
St. Pauls Marrisa Ynclan (22) prepares to slam home a kill during Tuesdays playoff action. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Lady Cardinals adjust, race to playoff victory

By MARK LUBE
sportseditor@gonzalescannon.
SHINER Whenever a change is made or something out of the ordinary takes place, there is always some adjustment time needed. The Shiner St. Paul Lady Cardinals had to adjust to a change or two Tuesday evening in their Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Class 2A volleyball area round match against Universal City First Baptist Academy. The Lady Cardinals swept First Baptist Academy (26-24, 25-10, 25-20). Starter Katie Denson was unavailable to play due to health issues. Head coach Dana Beal moved Abby Hull to middle blocker as part of the shuffle. When you have a different personnel situation, you have to adjust, Beal said. My seniors (Kali Kocian and Marrisa Ynclan) stepped up in a big way, especially during the first game. They did a great job serving. Kills from Alexa Schaefer, Kourtney Knesek and Ynclan helped the Lady Cardinals out to 5-1 lead in the first set. First Baptist Academy battled back, getting two straight aces from Maddie
Davis to cut back to 5-4. A Hull later gave St. Paul a 10-9 advantage, but then First Baptist Academy went on an 8-1 run. Ynclan broke the serve with a kill and made several other plays to pull St. Paul to within 21-18. Service from Kocian allowed the Lady Cardinals to victory. In the second game, several kills from Ynclan, a kill from Hull and several aces from Bethany Pokluda saw St. Paul race out to a 12-5 advantage. First Baptist Academy put end to the run but not for long as Ynclan and later Kocian made them visitors pay with several aces for a 20-6 advantage. The Lady Eagles pulled back a couple of points be-
fore kills from Knesek and Ynclan closed out the second set for St. Paul. First Baptist Academy came out racing in the third set as Ashley Antonetz dealt St. Paul some damage with her service and Amy Wallenborn got a kill, giving the Lady Eagles a 5-0 lead. St. Paul rode the arm of Schaefer as her serves brought them within 6-5. The Lady Cardinals went ahead 10-8 on Hull and Ynclan plays and never looked back, although the Lady Eagles made some plays to stay in contention the entire rest of the game. Beal said St. Paul will play in the regional game Saturday at Houston Christian against Huntsville The Kourtney Knesek (18) puts up a set for St. Paul teammate Marrisa Ynclan (22) durAlpha and the Omega. ing Tuesdays playoff action against First Baptist Academy. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Apaches race past Pleasanton, 48-12
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PLEASANTON -Youve got to wonder what kind of night Cecil Johnson mightve had if hed felt good. I guess I shouldnt have had the chicken on the bus on the way to the game, the Gonzales Apaches junior running back said. I felt kind of weak after that. The Gonzales Apaches junior running back urped up his pre-game meal on the sideline between the first and second quarters Friday, then promptly jumped right back into the game and slithered his way to a 278-yard rushing night as the Apaches pulled away to pound Pleasanton by a 48-12 score and clinch a playoff berth. The win, coupled with La Vernias 3-0 upset of San Antonio Sam Houston, assures the Apaches of at least a mathematical tie for third place in the district with two games yet to play and improves their season record to 8-0. The Apaches were stunned by a freak-play touchdown in the first quarter, but then took control of the line of scrimmage and literally wore down Pleasanton with a running game that pounded out 413 yards. Coach Ricky Lock said he wanted to stick with his ground game to keep Pleasanton quarterback Luke Walters, the districts passing leader, off the field as much as possible. Its been hard to run on us all year, and this was the first time weve faced a team that runs that spread offense and theyre very good at it, Lock said. We went into a nickel defense and that put (linebacker Hunter) Noack as an outside linebacker, and we filled the lanes. They didnt throw a lot of vertical (down-
Off to the races

the-field) stuff. The line up-front, they just moved em off the line of scrimmage, Lock said of his offensive crew. Our fullbacks, (Landon) Lock and (Adrian) Molina, they are some good blocking fullbacks. Ive just got to say, the line was paving the way tonight, the cutbacks were there, said Johnson, who had 148 yards in the first half. The Eagles, who came in leading the league in total offense, forced a three-and-out on Gonzales first possession of the game and three completions by Walters helped Pleasanton reach the Apache 22-yard line before the evenings strangest play unfolded. Facing a secondand-15, Walters threw what looked like a screen pass toward Justin Llamas, but the ball skipped in front of the receiver. When he didnt hear the referees whistles, however, the Pleasanton
28-yard scoring run. Pleasanton dug into its bag of tricks late in the contest for its final touchdown, and the Apaches responded by calling on their escape artist. With 2:22 left in the game, Walter pitched the ball back to running back Jacob Arevalo, who rifled a long strike to Justin Llamas for a 47-yard halfback pass touchdown. On the Apaches next play, Casares rolled out and hit Cartwright with a slant pass which should have been good for about a 7-yard gain -- but Cartwright had other plans. The senior wideout dodged and danced away from at least nine wouldbe tackles, crossed the first and wound up going 68 yards for the games final score.
Gonzales 48, Pleasanton 12 Gonzales 6 14 14 1448 Pleasanton 6 0 0 612 Scoring summary PLE -- Justin Llamas 22-yard run (kick failed), 07:49, 1st. GON -- Jon Anthony Casares 1-yard run (kick failed), 05:00, 1st. GON -- Cecil Johnson 27-yard run (Matt Hillman kick), 11:06, 2nd. GON -- Zach Lopez 1-yard run (Matt Hillman kick), 00:09, 2nd. GON -- Jon Anthony Casares 1-yard run (Matt Hillman kick), 05:55, 3rd. GON -- Jon Anthony Casares 25-yard run (Matt Hillman kick), 02:55, 3rd. GON -- Zach Lopez 28-yard run (Matt Hillman kick), 07:08, 4th. PLE -- Justin Llamas 47-yard pass from Jacob Arevalo (pass failed), 02:22, 4th. GON -- Don Cartwright 68-yard pass from Jon Anthony Casares (Matt Hillman kick), 01:50, 4th. Team Stats Gonz Pleas First downs 21 10 Rushes-Yds 54-413 19-20 Passes 1-4-0 17-28-1 Pass yards 68 162 Punts-Avg 2-32.5 4-43.8 Fumbles/Lost 1/1 3/1 Penalties-yards 8-60 2-9 Individual Statistics RUSHING: Gonzales, Cecil Johnson 34-278, Jon Anthony Casares 9-68, Zach Lopez 7-63, Don Cartwright 1-5, D.J. Gonzales 2-0. Pleasanton, Justin Llamas 1-22, Beto Garcia 1-6, Jacob Arevalo 6-0, Jacob Rodriguez 5-0, Luke Walters 6-(-8). PASSING: Gonzales, Jon Anthony Casares 1-4-0-68. Pleasanton, Like Walters 16-27-1-115, Jacob Arevalo 1-1-0-47. RECEIVING: Gonzales, Don Cartwright 1-68. Pleasanton, Zade Llamas 6-82, Jacob Jandt 6-77, Mike Sorola 2-5, Jacob Arevalo 2-0, Justin Llamas 1-0.
Gonzales Cecil Johnson (12) slips through a seam and heads upfield for some of his 278 rushing yards in Fridays contest. (Photo by Dave Mundy) senior alertly scooped up the ball and started streaking down the sideline as the Apache defenders, assuming it was an incomplete pass, gave only half-hearted pursuit. The game officials ruled the play was a lateral because Llamas was behind Walters on the play, and the Eagles recorded a touchdown for a 6-0 lead. The score did nothing to dampen the Apaches, however, as they mounted a seven-play, 55-yard drive -- with Johnson carrying six times on the march for 53 yards and quarterback Jon Anthony Casares punching it in from two yards out to tie the score. The Gonzales defense forced a quick threeand-out by Pleasanton, and the Apaches followed with another scoring drive. This time they went 83 yards in eight plays. Johnson picked up a 17-yard gain on the final play of the first quarter, deposited his dinner on the sideline, then came back into the game after a 5-yard pickup by Don Cartwright to travel the final 27 yards with a burst of speed through the line. Matt Hillmans kick made it a 13-6 game. A fake punt by the Eagles came up short before the teams swapped fumbles near midfield, with Damien Airhart recovering the loose ball after a sack of Walters to set up Gonzales third scoring drive. This time the Apaches traveled 47 yards on nine plays, the final yard coming on Zach Lopezs leap over the line with nine seconds left in the first half that staked Gonzales to a 20-6 lead. I though that was a big play for us, getting it in at the end of the first half, Lock said. Theyre a finesse team, and that made it our game. We wanted to be able to run the ball and limit their possessions. That was real surprising, them scoring that touchdown on us like that, Casares said. We didnt feel like we played as good as we could in the first half. I was kind of surprised they were giving (running room) to Cecil. Gonzales scored on both its third-quarter possessions to put the game out of reach, with Casares playing the key role. He capped the first march with a oneyard sneak for the score, then intercepted Walters and returned the ball to the Pleasanton 13. Two holding calls set the Apaches back, but facing a third-and-22, Casares provided the backbreaker when he avoided the rush trying to pass, reversed his field and scooted up the sideline for a 25-yard TD. The Apaches opened their lead to 41-6 on their first drive of the final quarter when Lopez ran over two tacklers and dragged two more into the end zone on a
Mustang express pummels Brooks, 54-8

By CEDRIC IGLEHART
region@gonzalescannon.com
NIXON It wasnt exactly a reincarnation of the famed SMU Pony Express from the mid1980s, but it was darned close. The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs ran 34 plays, all of them rushing, for 381 yards and seven touchdowns in running roughshod over hapless San Antonio Brooks Academy 54-8. The victory
gave Nixon-Smiley their third district win of the year and served as a nice birthday present for head coach Carlton McKinney, the SMU alum who turned 47 Friday night. Jared Van Auken led the Mustangs (6-3, 3-2) with 97 yards and one touchdown on 12 carries. Matthew Finch had a gamehigh 99 yards on just two carries, both of which went for scores. I thought Brooks did a really good job of compet-
ing, McKinney said. We were sloppy early, but we were able to put up some points and put the game out of reach. Nixon-Smiley got on the board after Van Auken toted the ball 46 yards on the first play of the Mustangs second possession. Three plays later, Robbie Mejia picked off Brooks William Blohm and returned the ball 25 yards for a score. Alex Hernandez kicked the extra point to give Nixon-Smiley an
Turning the edge
Nixon-Smileys Alex Hernandez (22) turns the corner and heads upfield during Fridays Homecoming win over San Antonio Brooks. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
early 14-0 lead. On their ensuing possession, Brooks (1-7, 0-4) was forced to turn the ball over on downs after Michael Martinez stopped Jacob Lopez for no gain on third down before Blohms fourth down pass went incomplete. On the next play, Miguel Hernandez took around the left end and carried it 37 yards to paydirt. The extra point kick failed and Nixon-Smiley was up 20-0 with 1:11 still remaining in the opening frame. The Tigers went four and out and Alex Hernandez ran the ball five straight times, with his fifth carry being a sixyard scoring run. The two-point conversion run failed to give the Mustangs a 26-0 lead. Nixon-Smileys defense, which held Brooks to just 149 total yards all night, stuffed the Tigers once again as Ricky Acevedo recovered a fumble to give the Mustangs the ball at the Brooks 29. After Jaime Moreno gained 24 yards on a second down carry, he capped the brief drive with a nine-yard scamper. Alex Hernandez booted the extra point kick and Nixon-Smiley led 33-0
with 6:36 left before halftime. Logan McMain sacked Blohm on first down for a nine-yard loss, and after two incomplete passes the Tigers punted and it was returned to the Brooks 34. Van Auken ran for 14 yards on first down and two plays later, Miguel Hernandez danced into the end zone from 30 yards out. Alex Hernandez made the extra point kick and the Mustangs took a commanding 40-0 lead into the intermission. Nixon-Smiley opened the second half with a three-play drive that was capped on a 69-yard jaunt by Finch, who took a pitch and raced up the left sideline to score. On the fifth play of Brooks next possession, Acevedo fell on the ball to come up with his second fumble recovery and set up the Mustangs at the Brooks 35. Five plays later, Finch scored his second touchdown on a 30-yard gain off the counter. Alex Hernandezs extra point kick gave the Mustangs their final score of the game. With about four minutes left to play, the Tigers managed to garner some points after a sev-
en-play drive culminated in a 10-yard scoring pass from Blohm to Giovanni Galata. Nicolas Mauricio ran in the two-point conversion to account for the games final score.
Nixon-Smiley 54, San Antonio Brooks 8 SA Brooks 0 0 088 Nixon-Smiley 20 20 14 054 Scoring Summary NS - Jared Van Auken 46 run (kick failed) NS - Robbie Mejia 25 interception return (Alex Hernandez run) NS - Miguel Hernandez 37 run (kick failed) NS - A. Hernandez 6 run (run failed) NS - Jaime Moreno 9 run (A. Hernandez kick) NS - M. Hernandez 30 run (A. Hernandez kick) NS - Matthew Finch 69 run (A. Hernandez kick) NS - Finch 30 run (A. Hernandez kick) SAB - Giovanni Galata 10 pass from William Blohm (Nicolas Mauricio run) Team Stats SAB NS First downs 7 19 Rushes-yds 30-61 34-381 Passing yds 88 0 Passes 6-20-1 0-0-0 Punts-yds 3-76 2-92 Penalties-yds 4-20 9-62 Fumbles-lost 5-2 3-1 Individual Statistics RUSHING -SA Brooks: Nicolas Mauricio 9-22, Jacob Lopez 12-24, Jesus Pimentel 2-23, Craig Wells 3-8,, William Blohm 1-(-9), TEAM 3-(-7). Nixon-Smiley: Matthew Finch 2-99, Jared Van Auken 12-97, Miguel Hernandez 3-71, Alex Hernandez 13-64, Jaime Moreno 3-42, Victor Coronado 1-8. PASSING - SA Brooks: William Blohm 6-20-88-1 . Nixon-Smiley: none. RECEIVING - SA Brooks: Louis Martinez 1-43, Giovanni Galata 1-10, Jacob Lopez 1-6, Nicolas Mauricio 3-29. Nixon-Smiley: none.
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(Luke Blaschke kick) Team Statistics Shi Fla First Downs 16 6 Yards Rushing 37-246 42-107 Yards Passing 63 0 Passes 6-9-0 0-5-1 Punts 2-90 5-172 Fumbles-lost 4-2 1-1 Penalties-yards 6-50 6-60 Individual Statistics RUSHING -- Shiner, Marlon Wallace 7-13, Caleb Curtis 6-49, Evel Jones 4-56, Nick Nevlud 2-5, Jacob Stafford 12-47, Trevian Flowers 1-10, Brady Cejka 3-56, Marlon Greathouse 2-10. Flatonia, Mitchell Mica 17-48, Cole Robbins 9-28, Dalton Griffin 9-24, Zane Ponder 7-7. PASSING -- Shiner, Jacob Stafford 9-6-63-0. Flatonia, Cole Robbins 0-51-0. RECEIVING -- Shiner, Evel Jones 3-39, Caleb Kalich 2-10, Caleb Curtis 1-(-5).
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Luling with a 49-yard TD jaunt.
It wasnt an evening for close contests around the region Friday, with Shiner, Luling, St. Paul, Cuero, Sacred Heart and Hallettsville all posting lopsided victories.
SHINER -- In the annual matchup between the neighborhood rivals, the Comanches used a pounding ground attack to overcome the injury-riddled Bulldogs. Shiner struck first when Evel Jones gathered in a 17-yard scoring pass from Jacob Stafford for a score at the 8:24 mark of the opening period. Shiner added a pair of TDs in the second quarter on a 3-yard run by Stafford and a 10-yard dash by Trevian Flowers. Jones scored twice more in the third period, racing for a 47-yard TD for one score and then, following a Flatonia turnover, taking a 12-yard pass from Stafford to paydirt. Brady Cejka capped the evening for the Comanches with a 40-yard scoring run midway through the final period. The Comanches finished with 246 rushing yards spread among eight different ball carriers, while Stafford hit 6 of 9 passes for 63 yards. Mitchell Mica led Bulldog rushers with 48 yards on 17 carries.
SHINER 42, FLATONIA 0 Flatonia 0 0 0 0 -- 0 Shiner 7 14 7 14 -- 42 Scoring Summary SHI -- Evel Jones 17-yard pass from Jacob Stafford (Luke Blaschke kick) SHI -- Jacob Stafford 3-yard run (Luke Blaschke kick) SHI -- Trevian Flowers 10-yard run (Luke Blaschke kick) SHI -- Evel Jones 47-yard run (Luke Blaschke kick) SHI -- Evel Jones 12-yard pass from Jacob Stafford (Luke Blaschke kick) SHI -- Brady Cejka 40-yard run
Shiner 42, Flatonia 0
LULING -- The Luling Eagles solidified their playoff chances by rolling up 486 total yards as Trayden Staton threw four TD passes in posting a 52-6 Homecoming victory over Ingram Moore. Luling jumped out to a 10-0 lead in the first period. Brendon Cubit scored on a 3-yard run and Brett Eckles added a 27-yard field goal. The Eagles went to the air to strike twice in the second period. Trayden Staton, who hit 9 of 17 tosses for 179 yards in the game, tossed TD passes of 26 yards to Josh Alvarez and 17 yards to Jorges Munoz. The Warriors sliced into the ERagle lead midway through the third period when Kyle Ames gathered in a 16-yard scoring pass from Tyler Scherer, but the Eagles repsonded with two more TDs to extend their third-quarter lead to 38-6. Staton scored on a 29-yard run and then hit Vince Garcia with a 45-yard TD toss. Staton connected with Ty Anderson on a 50yard scoring play in the fourth before Tony Brown wrapped up the scoring for
Luling 52, Ingram Moore 6
LULING 52, INGRAM MOORE 6 Ingram Moore 0 0 6 0-- 6 Luling 10 14 14 14--52 Scoring summary LUL -- Brendon Cubit 3-yard run (Brett Eckles kick) LUL -- Brett Eckles 27-yard field goal LUL -- Josh Alvarez 26-yard pass from Trayden Staton (Brett Eckles kick) LUL -- Jorges Munoz 17-yard pass from Trayden Staton (Brett Eckles kick) ING -- Kyle Ames 16-yard pass from Tyler Scherer (kick failed) LUL -- Trayden Staton 29-yard run (Brett Eckles kick) LUL -- Vince Garcia 45-yard pass from Trayden Staton (Brett Eckles kick). LUL -- Ty Anderson 50-yard pass from Trayden Staton (Brett Eckles kick) LUL -- Tony Brown 49-yard run (Brett Eckles kick) Team Stats Ing Luling First downs 7 19 Rushes-Yds 31-79 38-261 Passes 6-12-0 13-21-0 Passing yards 146 225 Punts-Avg 2-36 1-31 Fumbles/Lost 6/3 2/0 Penalties-yards 3-25 10-85 Individual Statistics RUSHING: Ingram Moore, Justin Fuentes 7-54, Tyler Scherer 11-12, Juan Campos 1-6, Edwin Rodelo 6-4, Keaun Valderde 5-2, Sergio Marquez 1-1. Luling, Trayden Staton 10-89, Brendon Cubit 15-73, Billy Medford 4-11, Josh Alvarez 2-24, Marc Magallanez 2-19, Tony Brown 1-49, Trey Hernandez 1-1, Chess Elley 1-4, Vince Garcia 1-(-4), Abraham Palomo 1-(-5). PASSING: Ingram Moore, Tyler Scherer 6-11-0-146, Keaun Valverde 0-1-0. Luling, Billy Medford 4-6-0-46, Trayden Staton 9-15-0-179. RECEIVING: Ingram Moore, Jesus Murillo 2-72, Justin Fuentes 2-51, Kyle Ames 1-16, Keaun Valverde 1-7. Luling, Ty Anderson 6-91, Jorgez Munoz 3-43, Vince Garcia 2-59, Josh Alvarez 2-32.
62-yard punt return for a touchdown. Hodges upped the lead by gathering in a 10-yard TD pass from Kresta. Kresta and Natal teamed on a 30-yard scoring pass in the second period and Hodges closed the first half with a 5-yard scoring run. Hodges added TD runs of 5 and 30 yards in the third period before St. Gerard got on the scoreboard on Greg Scotts 46-yard scoring run. St. Paul got its final score on a 1-yard run by Cole Hybner following a 44yard interception return by Jared Markham.
ST. PAUL 57, ST. GERARD 12 St. Paul 21 16 13 7 --57 SA St. Gerard 0 0 6 6 --12 Scoring Summary SP-Adam Hollenbach 60 pass from Dakota Kresta (Cole Hybner kick) SP-Justin Natal 62 punt return (Hybner kick) SP-Brett Hodges 10 pass from Kresta (Hybner kick) SP-Natal 30 pass from Kresta (Hybner run) SP-Hodges 5 run (Mitchell McElroy pass from Hybner) SP-Hodges 5 run (Hybner kick) SP-Hodges 30 run (conversion failed) SA-Greg Scott 46 run (conversion failed) SP-Hybner 1 run (Hybner kick) SA-Ernest McFadden 2 run (conversion failed) Team Statistics St.G St.P First Downs 6 17 Yards Rushing 28-156 34-259 Yards Passing 49 18 Passes 7-19-2 8-15-0 Punts 7-222 2-81 Fumbles-lost 0-0 0-0 Penalties-yards 11-85 11-83 Individual Statistics RUSHING -- San Antonio St. Gerard, S. Medina 7-15. St. Paul, C. Hybner 9-44, J. Natal 6-104, B. Hodges 13-102. PASSING -- San Antonio St. Gerard, S. Medina 16-6-49-1. St. Paul, D. Kresta 9-5-156-0, B. Hodges 6-3-25-0. RECEIVING -- St. Paul, J. Natal 4-91, B. Hybner 2-20, A. Hollenbach 1-60, B. Hodges 1-10.
a 46-yard scoring run by DAnthony Hopkins, and Poteet narrowed the gap on a 19-yard field goal by Niko Hernandez. Turnovers opened the floodgates for the Gobblers in the second period. A.J. Bustos, who finished with 104 rushing yards on 17 carries, scored on TD dashes of 14 and 7 yards, then Hopkins grabbed a 25-yard scoring pass from Stoney Schoenfield and closed the half on a 16-yard run. Cuero added a 24-yard field goal by Logen Gable in the third period and closed out the evening with a 2-yard scoring run by Lane Balfanz. The Gobblers piled up 388 rushing yards in the contest, with Hopkins getting 64 on 7 carries and Clint Davis adding 115 on just 8 tries.
CUERO 46, POTEET 3 Poteet 3 0 0 0 -- 3 Cuero 8 28 3 7 --46 CUE- DAnthony Hopkins 46 run (Logen Gable pass from Cullen Vaught) POT- Niko Hernandez 19 field goal CUE- A.J. Bustos 14 run (Gable kick) CUE- A.J. Bustos 7 run (Gable kick) CUE- DAnthony Hopkins 25 pass from Stoney Schonfield (Gable kick) CUE- DAnthony Hopkins 16 run (Gable kick) CUE- Gable 24 field goal CUE- Lane Balfanz 2 run (Clint Davis kick) Team Statistics Cue Pot First Downs 24 13 Yards Rushing 56-388 34-42 Yards Passing 50 75 Passes 5-12-1 8-21-1 Punts 0-0 5-135 Fumbles-lost 3-3 3-3 Penalties-yards 8-89 3-20 Individual Statistics RUSHING -- Cuero, C. Davis 8-115, D. Hopkins 7-64, L. Balfanz 6-20, T. Holland 2-17, A. Bustos 17-104, S. Schoenfeld 12-38, L. Goebel 1-2, D. Belvin 1-16, D. Mathis 1-12, V. Davis 1-0. PASSING -- Cuero, S. Schoenfeld 12-8-50-1. RECEIVING -- Cuero, M. Blaschke 2-17, R. Riemenscheider 1-7, D. Hopkins 1-25, R. Gray 1-1.
four times on just seven carries Friday as the unbeaten Indians extended their record to 8-0 with a 58-0 pasting of St. Dominic Savio. Hrncir scored on runs of 55, 22, 50 and 14 yards in the first half as Sacred Heart built a 49-0 lead at intermission. Quarterback Jared Krischke tossed TD passes of 26 and 68 yards to Cole Wick and Matt Holub added a 3-yard scoring run. Jonathan Vanek added a 33-yard TD run in the third period for Sacred Heart, which finished with 403 total yards in the contest. Nathan Hollas nailed the final points for the Indians with a 20-yard field goal.
SACRED HEART 58, ST. DOMINIC 0 St. Dominic Savio 0 0 0 0 -- 0 Sacred Heart 21 28 6 3 --58 Scoring Summary SH - Sterling Hrncir 55 run (kick failed) SH - Cole Wick 26 pass from Jared Krischke (Krischke run) SH - Hrncir 22 run (Colton Brown kick) SH - Hrncir 50 run (Brown kick) SH - Hrncir 14 run (Brown kick) SH - Matt Holub 3 run (Brown kick) SH - Wick 68 pass from Krischke (Brown kick) SH - Jonathan Vanek 33 run (kick failed) SH - Nathan Hollas 20 field goal Team Statistics Hal Aus First Downs 16 N/A Yards Rushing 28-302 31-29 Yards Passing 101 41 Passes 3-7-0 4-13-2 Punts 1-31 9-230 Fumbles-lost 0 3-1 Penalties-yards 2-31 6-40 Individual Statistics RUSHING -- Hallettsville Sacred, T. Janak 7-35, S. Hrncir 7-152, M. Holub 6-38, J. Vanek 5-51, L. Pilat 2-21, J. Krischke 1-5. PASSING -- Hallettsville Sacred, J. Krischke 7-3-101-0. RECEIVING -- Hallettsville Sacred, C. Wick 3-101.
SAN ANTONIO -- The Cardinals roared back from their first district loss as Brett Hodges scored four touchdowns in rolling past San Antonio St. Gerard 5712. St. Paul scored three times in the first period and twice more in the second to open a 37-0 lead. Dakota Kresta hit Adam Hollenbach with a 60-yard scoring toss to get the Cardinals started, and Justin Natal followed with a
St. Paul 57, St. Gerard 12
CUERO -- The Gobblers roared back into contention in the District 28-3A race by erupting for four second-quarter scores to bury the Poteet Aggies. Cuero struck first on
Cuero 46, Poteet 3
HALLET TSVILLE --Sterling Hrncir rushed for 152 yards and scored
Sacred Heart 56, St. Dominic Savio 0
VAN VLECK -- The Hallettsville Brahmas kept their post-season hopes alive Friday by scoring four second-quarter touchdowns en route to a 51-14 win over the Van Vleck Leopards.
Hallettsville 51, Van Vleck 14
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out of the backfield. Yoakum at Poteet The Bulldogs currently sit in third place, along with Sam Houston. A Yoakum victory, coupled with a Cuero win over Sam Houston, would leave Yoakum in third place. The Bulldogs were off last week and beat Cuero 25-21 back on Oct. 14. The Aggies have struggled on offense gaining just over 200 yards a game, but are second in passing yardage with 1,142 yards. Quarterback Rueben Reyes is second in the district in passing and has completed 85-of-197 passes for 1,074 yards for six touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Eric Perez is the leading receiver with 21 catches for 303 and two touchdowns while Ronald Sanchez has 19 receptions for 197 yards and two touchdowns. Matthew Chapa is the chief rusher with 253 yards on 65 rushes and one touchdown. Yoakum will have to keep Reyes under pressure and cover the receivers well. The Bulldog offense will need to block well to allow their balanced offense put up plenty of points against Poteet. Cuero at Sam Houston The Cuero Gobblers face Sam Houston in a Saturday game. Cuero is in second place with La Vernia with 3-1 marks. With a win over Houston and a Gonzales win over La Vernia, Cuero can be solo in second and have a shot at the district title with the Nov. 4 final game against Gonzales. The Gobblers pounded Poteet, 46-3, last week. Sam Houston is 2-2 in 28-3A after a crushing defeat to Gonzales earlier in the month and close loss to the Bears last week. JeQuan McBride leads the Hurricane ground game with 986 yards on 116 rushes and 13 touchdowns. Quarterback Jhurell Jackson has completed 42-of-93 passes for 879 yards, 11 touchdowns and four interceptions. Leading receiver Leo Thomas, Jr. has 17 catches for 41 yards and five touchdowns. Cueros defense will have to be ready to expect the run or the pass. The offense will need to continue with solid blocking and execution offset the size of Sam Houston.
Luling at Marion The Luling Eagles are closing in on a possible playoff spot as they are 2-1, tied for third place with Marion and Blanco, their last two opponents in the regular season. A win could propel Luling into at least a tie for second place going into the Blanco game. The Eagles are coming off a 52-6 rout of Ingram Moore and could be in second with a win at Marion. The Bulldogs fell to Lago Vista, 22-15, last The Gonzales Jr. High 7th Grade B Team recently recognized Breast Cancer week. Derek Pierce has passed for 985 on 64-of- Awareness Month by wearing pink during their contest. 127 passing for nine touchdowns and eight interceptions, singling out receiver Jourden Stanley (23-493, four touchdowns). Marion prefers to run the football and is led by Doug Giles who has rushed for 1,303 yards on 162 carries and has scored 17 touchdowns. The Eagle defense will need to contain Giles and Pierce, and make sure Stanley is covered. The offense will need to feed off the momentum provided by the efforts of the last two games and continue to perform well.
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Hallettsville at Hitchcock The Brahmas made some progress towards a playoff shot with a 51-14 barrage over Van Vleck last week. Hallettsville is 2-2 in district, tied for fourth place with Hitchcock. A win for the Brahmas could get them into some kind of tie for third place, depending on the results of the other games. Hitchcock has had a slow offense, averaging just less than 150 yards. They prefer to keep the ball on the ground with running quarterback Devon Molis who has rushed for 332 of Hitchcocks 885 rushing yards on 54 carries for five touchdowns. Molis has thrown for 306 yards on 17-of-36 passing for one touchdown and one interception. The Brahmas defense will need to key on Molis for the most part, and the offense will have to be physical in blocking. Louise at Flatonia Flatonia is without a district win after two games and will need to win out to have any chance at a postseason berth. Flatonia was beaten by Shiner last week, 42-0. Louise is also 0-2 in district and fell to Yorktown 33-12. Flatonias offense will need to execute well and block well, and the defense will have to improve from the Shiner game.
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St. Ludmilia Elementary 5th and 6th Grade cross-country participants this season included: Bottom Row: Kayla Mason, Daniella Hinohosa, Trinity Garza, Second Row: Scarlett Crawford, McKenzie Parker, Grace Irvin, Patrick Green, Jared Pesek, Ashley Wachsmuth, Lane Jackson, Andrew Wagner; Third Row: Tiffany Thomas, Elyssa Wagner, Bailey Blair, Riley Johnson, Angelette Siegel, Hope Kapavik, Pilar Romero , Gracie Novosad, Nathan Wagner, Jayden Darilek; Fourth Row: Kristen Hodges, Kayla Kubenka, Christine Wagner, Delynn Pesek, Parker Clay, Sarah Peters, Kathryn Brown, Walker Jackson, Michael Wagner, Jacob Darilek (Courtesy Photo)
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RIVALS: Cardinals eyeing APACHES: 8-0 mark on line upset of unbeaten Indians
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St. Paul High School cross-country participants this season included: Bottom: Sam Wenske, Kyle Chunda, Cassidy Thomas, Kurt Chunda, Isabella Crawford, Elise Patek, Victoria Kusak, McKenzie Kresta, Johanna Green; Top: Ted Wenske, Mason Matias, Ashton Kutac, Samantha Siegel, Melanie Wagner, Marrisa Ynclan, Kali Kocian, Katelynn Leist, Alexa Schaefer, Coach Dana Beal (Courtesy Photo)
priority going into every game is running the football, but our quarterback has been pretty accurate of late so feel like we can do both. I think their passing game is underrated, said Johnston. Their quarterback is very, very accurate and they can line it up and throw it down the field. Its their play-action passing that scares us the most because their running game is so effective. You get so concerned with stopping the run and the next thing you know, theyre throwing to an open receiver down the field. The game will feature a contrast of offensive styles with the Cardinals sporting the districts top aerial assault, averaging just under 220 yards per game. Dakota Kresta threw three touchdown passes in St. Pauls game, a 57-12 win over St. Gerard. They run an offense that we dont see too much, said Henke. Its wide-open and they get the ball in the hands of a lot of people. You definitely have to play a full four quarters against them because theyre capable of scoring from anywhere on the field at any time. Sacred Heart has been stout on defense all year and have allowed an average of 115 yards per game, tops in the district. They base out of a four-man front but it
could be three or four different coverages that we could see, Johnston said. They can go man, they can go Cover 4 or they can go Cover 2. We have to be ready for anything because they have no weaknesses that jump out at you. The main thing is we cant beat ourselves. Were a different team from last year in that were a lot younger and more inexperienced. Weve had times this year where weve clicked and looked pretty good, but weve had times where weve made mistakes. The bigger the game is, the more your own mistakes will hurt you and we cant afford to do that. If Sacred Heart can prevail, then it sets up a showdown next week with Brazos Christian for the district championship. The Eagles, who host St. Gerard, are also unbeaten in district play, but Henke said he has no interest in looking past the Cardinals. Im not even thinking about Brazos Christian, he said. Weve got one thought on our minds and thats St. Paul. We have to take care of the football and win the turnover battle. We expect them to make some plays with their offense, but we cant let them make too many big plays. Thats the whole key. The game will kick off Saturday at 4:30 p.m. at Brahmas Stadium in Hallettsville.
runs pretty hard, Lock said. Gill makes good decisions. The La Vernia backs are complimented by an offensive line that comes off the football very well. Lock said the Bears will likely run more than they will throw. The priority of the Apache defense is to be aware of where Grubb is and what he is doing at all times, and to have solid tackles when he does get the ball. Grubb also plays safety and is one of the few players on the La Vernia team that will go both ways, Lock said. La Vernia will primarily line up in a 50 alignment, especially if the Apaches use a tight end in the formation.
The Bears have been yielding 340 yards a game to their opponents offense. Lock said La Vernia is good in run defense but has struggled to defend the passing game. Gonzales will still pound the ball on the ground, but will not depend entirely on the running game to move the ball and produce points. We will throw the ball a little more against La Vernia, Lock said. He said Gonzales came out of the Pleasanton healthy and with no significant injuries. Expect another packed house at Apache Stadium as Gonzales has had great crowds all season long and La Vernia fans usually come in numbers when their team hits the road.
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GONZALES APACHES Record: 8-0, 4-0 A 26 at CC Miller W, 42-6 S 02 Luling W, 35-0 S 08 at Austin Lanier W, 45-7 S 16 at Columbus W, 41-27 S 23 Yoakum* W, 33-0 S 30 at Poteet* W, 55-0 O 07 Sam Houston* W, 27-0 O 14 Open O 21 at Pleasanton* W, 48-12 O 28 La Vernia* N 04 at Cuero* YOAKUM BULLDOGS Record: 5-3, 2-2 A 26 at Columbus W, 19-16 S 02 La Grange L, 0-6 S 09 at Hallettsville W, 29-14 S 16 Edna W, 21-13 S 23 at Gonzales* L, 0-33 S 30 Pleasanton* W, 53-7 O 07 at La Vernia* L, 9-14 O 14 Cuero* W, 25-21 O 21 Open O 28 at Poteet* N 04 Sam Houston* CUERO GOBBLERS Record: 3-5, 3-1 A 26 at Wimberley L, 6-34 S 02 at Liberty Hill L, 7-14 S 08 at Bellville L, 13-21 S 16 Calhoun L, 0-35 S 23 at Pleasanton* W, 23-8 S 30 La Vernia* W, 22-18 O 07 Open* O 14 at Yoakum* L, 21-25 O 21 Poteet* W, 46-3 O 29 at Sam Houston* N 04 at Gonzales* POTEET AGGIES Record: 0-9, 0-5 A 26 at SA CentCath. L, 13-21 S 02 Dilley L, 20-39 S 08 at Carrizo Spr. L, 21-27 S 16 Waco Robinson L, 21-49 S 24 at Sam Houston*L, 0-74 S 30 Gonzales* L, 0-55 O 07 at Pleasanton* L, 9-38 O 14 La Vernia* L, 7-35 O 21 at Cuero* L, 3-46 O 28 Yoakum* N 04 Open* LA VERNIA BEARS Record: 4-4, 3-1 A 26 Open S 02 Canyon Lake L, 23-34 S 09 at Giddings L, 7-45 S 16 at Wimberley L, 6-49 S 23 Bandera W, 63-34 S 30 at Cuero* L, 18-22 O 07 Yoakum* W, 14-9 O 14 at Poteet* W, 35-7 O 21 Sam Houston* W, 3-0 O 28 at Gonzales* N 04 Pleasanton* PLEASANTON EAGLES Record: 2-7, 1-4 A 26 SA Edison W, 41-8 S 02 at SA Jefferson L, 32-44 S 09 SA Lanier L, 12-17 S 16 at Aransas Pass L, 33-34 S 23 Cuero* L, 8-23 S 30 at Yoakum* L, 7-53 O 07 Poteet* W, 38-9 O 13 at Sam Houston*L 14-31 O 21 Gonzales* L, 12-48 O 28 Open N 04 at La Vernia* SAM HOUSTON HURRICANES Record: 6-2, 2-2 A 26 SABrackenridge W,45-13 S 02 at SA Southside W, 58-7 S 09 SA Brennan W, 26-13 S 17 at SA Edison W, 48-10 S 24 Poteet* W, 74-0 S 30 Open* O 07 at Gonzales* L, 0-27 O 13 Pleasanton* W, 31-14 O 21 at La Vernia* L, 0-3 O 29 Cuero* N 04 at Yoakum* NIXON-SMILEY MUSTANGS Record: 5-4, 3-2 A 26 at Flatonia W, 36-33 S 02 Bloomington W, 33-3 S 09 at Yorktown L, 13-20 S 16 at Sacred Heart L, 20-35 S 23 at Dilley* W, 43-42 S 30 Poth* L, 14-51 O 07 at Three Rivers* L, 12-27 O 14 Karnes City* W, 40-22 O 21 SA Brooks* W, 54-8 O 28 Stockdale* N 04 Open DILLEY WOLVES Record: 6-2, 2-2 A 26 Charlotte W, 62-13 S 02 at Poteet W, 39-20 S 09 La Pryor W, 37-0 S 16 at Cotulla W, 42-13 S 23 Nixon-Smiley* L, 42-43 S 30 Open O 07 at Poth* L, 0-41 O 14 Three Rivers* W, 27-26 O 21 at Karnes City* W, 14-7 O 28 SA Brooks* N 04 at Stockdale* POTH PIRATES Record: 8-0, 4-0 A 26 Marion W, 8-7 S 02 at Falls City W, 49-6 S 09 at George West W, 22-21 S 16 Natalia W, 49-13 S 23 Stockdale* W, 26-7 S 30atNixon-Smiley*W, 51-14 O 07 Dilley* W, 41-0 O 14 Open O 21 at Three Rivers* W, 34-6 O 28 Karnes City* N 04 at SA Brooks* STOCKDALE BRAHMAS Record: 4-4, 2-2 A 26 Falls City W, 34-14 S 02 Jourdanton L, 22-28 S 09 at St. Paul L, 34-38 S 16 Odem W, 49-28 S 23 at Poth* L, 7-26 S 30 Three Rivers* W, 45-27 O 07 at Karnes City* L, 13-28 O 14 SA Brooks* W, 59-0 O 21 Open O 28 at Nixon-Smiley* N 04 Dilley* THREE RIVERS BULLDOGS Record: 5-4, 2-3 A 26 George West W, 21-20 S 02 Natalia W, 48-22 S 09 at Jourdanton L, 14-55 S 16 at Kenedy W, 35-21 S 23 SA Brooks* W, 55-0 S 30 at Stockdale* L, 27-45 O 07 Nixon-Smiley* W, 27-12 O 14 at Dilley* L, 26-27 O 21 Poth* L, 6-34 O 28 Open N 04 at Karnes City* KARNES CITY BADGERS Record: 3-5, 2-2 A 26 at Kenedy L, 12-13 S 02 at Marion L, 0-21 S 09 at UC Randolph W, 10-7 S 16 Luling L, 19-41 S 23 Open S 30 SA Brooks* W, 51-0 O 07 Stockdale* W, 28-13 O 14 at Nixon-Smiley L, 22-40 O 21 Dilley* L, 7-14 O 28 at Poth* N 04 Three Rivers* SA BROOKS TIGERS Record: 1-7, 0-4 A 26 at Runge L, 8-14 S 02 at SM Baptist L, 6-35 S 09 Center Point L, 7-28 S 16 at SA St. Gerard W, 34-0 S 23 at Three Rivers* L, 0-55 S 30 at Karnes City* L, 0-51 O 07 Open O 14 at Stockdale* L, 0-59 O 21 at Nixon-Smiley*L, 8-54 O 28 at Dilley* N 04 Poth*
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LULING EAGLES Record: 4-4, 2-1 A 26 Navarro L, 22-43 S 02 at Gonzales L, 0-35 S 09 at Woodsboro W, 48-0 S 16 at Karnes City W, 41-19 S 23 Canyon Lake L, 56-28 S 30 Open O 07 at Lago Vista* L, 27-49 O 14 at Comfort* W, 49-32 O 21 Ingram Moore* W, 52-6 O 28 at Marion* N 04 Blanco* LAGO VISTA VIKINGS Record: 7-1, 3-0 A 26 La Pryor W, 52-0 S 02 at E. Memorial W, 45-0 S 09 at Wac.Robinson L, 54-61 S 16 Austin Reagan W, 65-0 S 23 at San Saba W, 34-16 S 30 Open O 07 Luling* W, 49-27 O 14 at Ingram Moore W,49-6 O 21 Marion* W, 22-15 O 28 at Blanco* N 04 Comfort* INGRAM MOORE WARRIORS Record: 0-8, 0-3 A 26 at Natalia L, 21-28 S 02 UC Randolph L, 14-55 S 09 at Harper L, 26-45 S 16 at Crystal City L, 34-42 S 23 Mason L, 0-56 S 30 Open O 07 at Blanco* L, 0-56 O 14 Lago Vista* L, 6-49 O 21 at Luling* L, 6-52 O 28 at Comfort* N 04 Marion* MARION BULLDOGS Record: 6-2, 2-1 A 26 at Poth L, 7-8 S 02 Karnes City W, 21-0 S 09 at SA Cole W, 48-0 S 16 UC Randolph W, 53-0 S 23 Open S 30 Goldthwaite W, 41-7 O 07 Comfort* W, 26-7 O 14 Blanco* W, 19-14 O 21 at Lago Vista* L, 15-22 O 28 Luling* N 04 at Ingram Moore* COMFORT BOBCATS Record: 3-5, 0-3 A 26 Lytle W, 49-6 S 02 Skdmore-TynanW, 28-14 S 09 Mason L, 24-48 S 16 at Fricksburg W, 31-24 S 23 Boerne L, 21-41 S 30 Open O 07 at Marion* L, 7-26 O 14 Luling* L, 32-49 O 21 at Blanco* L, 10-42 O 28 Ingram Moore* N 04 at Lago Vista* BLANCO PANTHERS Record: 4-4, 2-1 A 26 at Canyon Lake L, 7-14 S 02 at Lexington L, 7-32 S 09 Somerset W, 36-7 S 16 at SA Christian W, 36-34 S 23 Sonora L, 9-16 S 30 Open O 07 Ingram Moore* W, 56-0 O 14 at Marion* L, 14-19 O 21 Comfort* W, 42-10 O 28 Lago Vista* N 04 at Luling*
HALLETTSVILLE BRAHMAS Record: 3-5, 2-2 A 26 at Ganado L, 7-32 S 02 Refugio L, 21-64 S 09 Yoakum L, 14-29 S 16 at Palacios W, 21-17 S 23 Edna* L, 36-47 S 30 at Rice Cons.* W, 20-14 O 07 Hempstead* L, 13-35 O 14 Open O 21 at Van Vleck* W, 51-14 O 28 Hitchcock* N 04 at Industrial* EDNA COWBOYS Record: 6-2, 3-1 A 26 Needville W, 42-7 S 02 George Ranch W, 34-18 S 09 Boling W, 48-7 S 16 Yoakum L, 13-21 S 23 at Hallettsville* W, 47-36 S 30 Van Vleck* W, 65-12 O 07 at Hitchcock* L, 21-44 O 14 Industrial* W, 48-35 O 21 Open O 28 at Rice Cons.* N 04 Hempstead* VAN VLECK LEOPARDS Record: 1-7, 0-5 A 26 Schulenburg L, 8-55 S 02 at Louise W, 22-16 S 09 at Weimar L, 8-27 S 16 Open S 23 Industrial* L, 20-34 S 30 at Edna* L, 12-65 O 07 Rice Cons.* L, 22-48 O 14 at Hempstead* L, 7-38 O 21 Hallettsville* L, 14-51 O 28 Open N 04 at Hitchcock* HITCHCOCK BULLDOGS Record: 4-4, 2-2 A 26 at Clear FallsJV L28-33 S 02 Danbury W, 19-0 S 09 Tomball Luth. L, 21-28 S 16 Lutheran South W, 47-7 S 23 Open S 30 at Industrial* W, 22-20 O 07 Edna* W, 44-21 O 14 at Rice Cons.* L, 22-23 O 21 Hempstead* L, 12-33 O 28 at Hallettsville* N 04 Van Vleck* HEMPSTEAD BOBCATS Record: 8-0, 4-0 A 26 Open S 02 at Stafford W, 24-23 S 09 at Austin Reagan W, 77-0 S 16 Brookshire Royal W, 28-0 S 23 at Rice Cons.* W, 18-7 S 30 Hou. St. Johns W, 31-7 O 07 at Hallettsville* W, 35-13 O 14 Van Vleck* W, 38-7 O 21 at Hitchcock* W, 33-12 O 28 Industrial* N 04 at Edna* RICE CONS. RAIDERS Record: 5-3, 2-2 A 26 at Refugio L, 7-26 S 02 Somerset W, 62-22 S 09 at Columbus W, 22-14 S 16 Open S 23 Hempstead* L, 7-18 S 30 Hallettsville* L, 14-20 O 07 at Van Vleck* W, 48-22 O 14 Hitchcock* W, 23-22 O 21 at Industrial* W, 10-7 O 28 Edna* N 04 Open INDUSTRIAL COBRAS Record: 4-4, 1-3 A 26 at Shiner W, 20-7 S 02 Ganado L, 13-33 S 09 at Tidehaven W, 42-6 S 16 Somerville W, 33-7 S 23 at Van Vleck* W, 34-20 S 30 Hitchcock* L, 20-22 O 07 Open O 14 at Edna* L, 35-48 O 21 Rice Cons.* L, 7-10 O 28 at Hempstead* N 04 Hallettsville*
SHINER COMANCHES Record: 4-5, 2-1 A 26 Industrial L, 7-20 S 02 Brazos W, 53-10 S 09 at Schulenburg L, 14-21 S 16 at Weimar L, 14-19 S 23 Navarro L, 21-48 S 30 at Ben Bolt W, 27-23 O 07 Ganado* L, 21-22 O 14 at Yorktown* W, 41-6 O 21 Flatonia* W, 42-0 O 28 Open N 04 at Louise* FLATONIA BULLDOGS Record: 3-5, 0-2 A 26 Nixon-Smiley L, 33-36 S 02 Sacred Heart L, 27-33 S 09 Bloomington W, 26-2 S 16 at St. Paul W, 21-17 S 23 at Thrall W, 41-40 S 30 at Burton L, 13-29 O 07 Yorktown* L, 19-33 O 14 Open O 21 at Shiner* L, 0-42 O 28 Louise* N 04 at Ganado* YORKTOWN WILDCATS Record: 4-4, 2-1 A 26 at Sacred Heart L, 19-22 S 02 at Agua Dulce W, 55-0 S 09 Nixon-Smiley W, 20-13 S 16 at Falls City L, 37-40 S 23 Kenedy L, 31-33 S 30 Open O 07 at Flatonia* W, 33-19 O 14 Shiner* L, 6-41 O 21 at Louise* W, 33-12 O 28 Ganado* N 04 at SA Cornerstone LOUISE HORNETS Record: 1-7, 0-2 A 26 at Danbury L, 13-35 S 02 Van Vleck L, 16-22 S 09 at Burton L, 8-49 S 16 Woodsboro W, 48-0 S 23 San Mar. Baptist L, 14-33 S 30 at Sacred Heart L, 8-33 O 07 Open O 14 at Ganado* L, 14-56 O 21 Yorktown* L, 12-33 O 28 at Flatonia* N 04 Shiner* GANADO INDIANS Record: 8-0, 2-0 A 26 Hallettsville W, 32-7 S 02 at Industrial W, 33-13 S 09 at East Bernard W, 22-21 S 16 Tidehaven W, 42-0 S 23 George Ranch W, 41-7 S 30 Palacios W, 28-7 O 07 at Shiner* W, 22-21 O 14 Louise* W, 56-14 O 21 Open O 28 at Yorktown* N 04 Flatonia*
ST. PAUL CARDINALS Record: 6-2, 1-1 A 26 at Pettus W, 28-24 S 02 at Cornerstone W, 59-0 S 09 Stockdale W, 38-34 S 16 Flatonia L, 17-21 S 24 Bryan St.Joseph W, 70-13 S 30 at Aus. Regents W, 25-21 O 08 Brazos Christ.* L, 19-42 O 14 Open O 21 at St. Gerard* W, 56-12 O 29 at Sacred Heart* N 04 St. Dominic Savio* SACRED HEART INDIANS Record: 9-0, 2-0 A 26 Yorktown W, 22-19 S 02 at Flatonia W, 33-27 S 09 at Faith West W, 33-19 S 16 Nixon-Smiley W, 35-20 S 23 at Hyde Park W, 43-28 S 30 Louise W, 33-8 O 08 Bryan St. Joseph W, 56-0 O 14 at SA St. Gerard* W, 56-0 O 21 St. Dominic* W,58-0 O 29 St. Paul* N 04 at Brazos Christian* SA ST. GERARD ROYALS Record: 0-9, 0-3 A 26 at Nuec.Canyon L, 6-56 S 02 CP Summit L, 19-66 S 09 SA Cornerstone L, 12-13 S 16 SA Brooks L, 0-34 S 23 DHanis L, 6-57 S 30 at Sabinal L, 0-62 O 07 at St. Dominic* L, 12-36 O 14 Sacred Heart* L, 0-56 O 21 St. Paul* L, 12-56 O 28 at Brazos Christian* N 04 Schertz John Paul II ST. DOMINIC SAVIO Record: 2-6, 1-2 A 26 at C.TexChrist. W,20-13 S 01 Texas Sch. Deaf L, 0-13 S 09 San Marc. Baptist L, 0-42 S 16Texas Christian L, 20-27 S 23 Open S 30 Somerville L, 0-64 O 07 SA St. Gerard* W, 36-12 O 14 Brazos Christian* L, 0-47 O 21 at Sacred Heart* L, 0-56 O 28 Dallas Homeschool N 04 at St. Paul* BRAZOS CHRISTIAN EAGLES Record: 7-1, 2-0 A 26 Cypress Christ. W, 12-10 S 02 Snook L, 7-27 S 09 at Tx. Sch. Deaf W, 54-29 S 16 St. Joseph W, 39-6 S 23 Wdlands Christ W, 63-36 S 30 at Faith West W, 48-21 O 08 at St. Paul* W, 42-19 O 14 at St. Dominic* W, 47-0 O 21 Open O 28 SA St. Gerard* N 04 Sacred Heart*
DALLAS COWBOYS Record: 3-3 S 11 at NY Jets L, 24-27 N 13 Buffalo S 18 at SanFranciscoW, 27-24 N 20 at Washington S 26 Washington W, 18-16 N 24 Miami O 02 Detroit L, 30-34 D 04 at Arizona O 16 at New EnglandL, 16-20 D 11 NY Giants O 23 St. Louis W, 34-7 D 17 at Tampa Bay O 30 at Philadelphia D 24 Philadelphia N 06 Seattle J 01 at NY Giants
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their annual bake sale and quilt raffle featuring home baked items, soup and sandwiches Nov. 5. Included will be a raffle for this quilt, 84 X 102 and titled Magnolias in Bloom. Raffle tickets are $1 each and are available at the church office located at 1206 St. Joseph Street, Frames & Things, and the China Basket. The drawing will be held at 12:30 .P.M. on that day. All are welcome to come to the Pumpkin Patch at Monthalia United Methodist Church, 1926 County Road 112, Cost, Texas. Please contact Jackie at 830-437-5730 for information and scheduling. A Childrens Fall Festival is scheduled Oct. 30 from 5:30-7 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Gonzales. Wear your costume and please dont scare us! Well take your picture and mail it to you later. Have fun with games of skill and guessing games ... every game you play youll win prizes of candy or other goodies. Enjoy a Frito Pie and lemonade for supper. The Gonzales Community African American Interface Church Scholarship Fund will be conducting its Monthly Business Meeting the first Thursday of each Month. The next business meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Union Lea B/C of Gonzales, Texas. The public is invited. For information contact Eugene Wilson Sr., (830) 857-3764. The Heights of Gonzales will sponsor an oldfashioned military-style breakfast for veterans at 8 a.m. on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, prepared by David B. Tucy, the director of dietary services at the facility. The breakfast will include creamed beef (SOS), biscuits and eggs for veteran residents, veterans in the community and the communitys first responders. If you would like to participate, please RSVP to 672-4530, ext. 1041. The Gonzales American Legion Post #40 will hold their Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 3, 6:00 p.m. at the Legion hall. All members, Ladies Auxiliary, and guests are invited. The Gonzales African American Interfaith Scholarship Banquet will be held November 5, 2011 at the St. James Catholic Church Banquet Hall at 6:00 p.m. Speaker will be Mr. Nelson Linder, President of the NAACP, Austin, Texas. There will be a Small Style Show, Talent Show, Special Recognition, Door Prizes with a Thanksgiving Holiday Menu. Donations are $20 adults and $10 for children. For more information contact 512-773-4511. The Gonzales Senior Citizens Center would like to invite anyone over 60 years of age to come
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and eat with them at 604 St. Michael St., Monday thru Friday. The center is open from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. We serve a hot delicious 1/3 RDA delicious meal noon each day. The cost of the meal is a $2.00 voluntary donation that is applied to the total cost of the meal. We would like some suggestions for activities that you would like to see at the Gonzales Center. I would also like to remind you that we have Senior Citizen Centers in Waelder, Smiley and Nixon. For more information about our activities, please call me, Helen Richter at 672-2613. For general public transportation call 6727014 or 672-6469, and talk to Kari or Bobby. Please make your reservations as soon as you know you need transportation because it is on a first come first serve basis. Gonzales IOOF #38 is holding its annual smoked chicken, sausage, turkey and ham sale. Orders will be turned in by Nov, 15 and will be picked up/delivered on Dec. 14. Prices include smoked chicken (about 3 pounds) at $8 each, smoked sausage (3-pound packages) at $10 each, 8-10 pound smoked turkeys for $21 each and smoked hams (5-6 pounds each) for $25 each. For details contact an Oddfellows member or call 830-263-0331. Gonzales Library. Piano Lessons: FREE. Students: Age 8-18. Lessons: once a week. Registration at Library by Parent/Guardian. Library Membership Required. Telephone Registration NOT Accepted. Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministries is out of food, as there were over 500 people who came in for food last month. Its shocking that that many people in our town can be hungry and even more shocking that the food bank cannot accommodate them. The Gonzales County 4-H Third Annual Food Drive will be held the first week in October to coincide with National 4-H Week. Last year over 1,000 items were given to the food drive, and they were low on food at that time, so we can make a difference. If some groups or individuals take food to GCAM, that will carry them over until the county drive. 4-H members and GIDS grades PK-6 will be getting a message of this type. The Heights of Gonzales Activity Department is looking for a fridge/freezer to hold supplies for event refreshments. If you would like to donate or know of one that is reasonably priced, contact Gwen Koncaba, 830-672-4530. The Job Corps is currently enrolling applicants aged 16-24 in over 20 career fields. If you need a GED, High School Diploma and a Driver License give us a call. College training is available as well. Get started today, call 512-665-7327.
The Gonzales Elks will be having a Trunk or Treat event on Halloween (Oct. 31) from 7-9 p.m. Bring your kids to the Lodge for a sweet treat in a safe environment. For more information please call the Lodge at (830) 672-2025 or send an email to Joey at moss@gvec.net On Monday, Oct. 17, GISD bus drivers did the annual bus evacuation at East Avenue and explained bus safety rules to the students. Every day of the week, we were honored by someone from the community or district. East Avenue PTO, Gonzales Elementary PTO, the Junior High campus and SAFE brought wonderful goodies for us to enjoy. Reynas Taco Hut, GVEC, McCoys and Mr. Taco donated breakfast tacos. Every employee at the Transportation Department wished to thank each and every one for thinking of us during National School Bus Safety Week. American Cancer Society Relay For Life in Gonzales County Team Captains meeting Monday, November 7, 2011 at 5:15 p.m. at the Abiding Word Lutheran Church at 1310 St. Louis Street in Gonzales. For more information, may contact Carolyn Kocian at 830-672-9403 or Kristie Mercer at 672-7581. Big thanks from XI Lamdda Zetas to our community, schools, teachers and Dr. Kim Strozier for support of Red Ribbon Week T-Shirt & Apache Spirit. Go Big Orange. Friday, November 4, 2011 the Thomas Shelton Chapter DAR will meet at 2:30 at The Chapter House for a short business meeting. Then at 3:00 sharp, a tour of The Mushroom Farm. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. This is your special invitation to join us on Tuesday, November 1 from 12:05-12:55 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church for a Brief time of Caring and Sharing Everything. Elaine Hoffpauir will present the program, God Bless America. Bring a brown bag lunch; drinks will be provided. Invite a friend to come with you. Childcare available on request; call the church at 672-9595. The Heights of Gonzales will welcome Trick-orTreaters at the front entrance of the facility from 6-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31.
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The Gonzales Book Club meets on the third Thursday of the month. This months meeting will be on Nov 17, from 10-11am at Lifords Books and Fine Art to discuss The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. Please join us! Tickets for the hilarious comedy, Whose Wives Are They Anyway, the fall production at the Shiner Gaslight Theatre are on sale. Dates for the production are the: November 4, 5, 6, 9 (Wed), 11. 12. 13. 19. 20. Doors open at 6:30 pm, meal at 7:00 and performance at 8:00 for all performances except on Sundays, which are matinees. On Sundays the doors open at 12:30 pm, the meal is served at 1:00 and the performance begins at 2:00. Please call 361-594-2079 between the hours of 8:30 4 pm on weekdays for reservations. Visit our website, www.shinergaslight.org, for more information. Fall Festival at the Leesville Community Center, Leesville, Saturday, Nov. 5. Activities: Cake Walk, Hay Ride, Costume Contest, Door Prizes, Raffle, Food & Drink, Starts at 7 p.m. Two Rivers Bible Church is once again handing out hot dogs at Halloween at the corner of St.. Vincent and Fair St. on Monday, Oct. 31 starting at 6 p.m. There will be games and candies available as well for children. The Gonzales Learning and Career Center will sponsor a free Pet Parade and costume contest at noon Saturday, Oct. 29 at Confederate Square in Gonzales. Free Pet Parade and Contests ($10 each for the Best Pet Costume; Pet/Owner Lookalike; Most Unusual Pet; Best Pet Trick) . Cmon, dress up your pooch and come join the fun! Only pets born with 4 legs, please. Leashes/ restraints or cages required. Owners are asked to bring water and clean up after their pets. Registration starts at 11:30 am. Call Ann Gaines Rodriguez, 830 672-8291 for more info. The Gonzales Elks Ladies present A Night in Paris. This annual Ladys Champagne Luncheon and Style Show will be held Saturday, November 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Elks Lodge at 1222 E. Sarah DeWitt Drive in Gonzales. PreSale Only tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Shear Designs Boutique or from Elks Ladies members. Proceeds benefit the local American Cancer Society Relay for Life event. For more information call 672-2615 after 6 PM.
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Chili Appreciation Society International, along with barbecue competitions for brisket, ribs, chicken, and beans, and a jackpot margarita contest. Teams come in from all over the state to compete at Czhilispiel. Festival gates open Friday night with live music, carnival rides, and the arts and crafts market. Cookoff teams get their smokers smokin and prepare for a night and early morning of cooking. Saturday morning kicks off early with the Lions Club pie auction, and the cook-off judging begins and last through the late afternoon. Saturday will also introduce the finalists of Czhilispiel Idle, a singing competition with try-outs held every Thursday at Flatonia hot-spot Brendas until the week of the festival. Tons of other activities are held throughout the day along with fantastic music. The annual Czhilispiel parade starts Sunday, with more live music and fun and games rounding out the weekend. Czhilispiels main stage CZHILISPIEL, Page D2
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Nunsense opens this weekend with performances at the Crystal Theatre Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. The production runs weekends through Nov. 12. Buy your tickets online at gonzalescrystaltheatre.org today. Pictured left to right are Sister Mary Amnesia, Sarah Gumper Liberti; Sister Mary Robert, Delise Koone; Sister Mary Hubert, Noell ince; The Right Reverend Mother Regina, Vickie Westergren, and Sister Mary Leo, Adriana Verela. Delise hails to the Crystal from Shiner, while Vickie Westergren and Adriana Varela from Yoakum. Noell and Sarah are part of the rich pool of Gonzales talent. Dont miss the nonsense and great music that starts at the Crystal this weekend. Get your tickets for Nunsense today!(Courtesy Photo)
FLATONIA One of the largest chili cookoffs in Texas, accompanied by some of the hottest music in Texas, is sure to beat the cold front in Flatonia this weekend. This small community is preparing for thousands of visitors for Czhilispiel, its annual festival, set this weekend in downtown Flatonia. Czhilispiel hosts one of the largest chili cook-offs in Texas sanctioned by the
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Texas roots keep Bowen playing close to home

Top 10 on the Texas Music Chart. The statewide sensation generated by his live shows led the following year to The Blue Light Live, an in-concert album. Bowen was born and raised in Waco. He graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, spent two years living in Austin and currently resides in New Braunfels with his wife and two sons. His Texas roots run deep so it was a natural progression to complete his current project, Live at Billy Bobs Texas CD/DVD. With Lost Hotel in 2006, the groundswell Bowen had stroked in the Lone Star State took his single God Bless This Town to the top of the Texas Music Chart while its video was a BOWEN, Page D2
It figures that someone with Texas roots enjoys plying his trade in his home state, and Wade Bowen is no exception. Bowen will be the headline entertainer at this weekends Czhilispiel in Flatonia on Saturday. Brandon Rhyder opens starting at 9 p.m. Bowens self-released 2002 album Try Not To Listen consolidated his Texas
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Thursday, October 27 Thursday Night Acoustic Jam, Ole Moulton Bank, Moulton, 6:30 p.m.-midnight, call 361-5967499 for info Friday, October 28 Pale Horses at Scooters Dancehall, Moulton. Tickets $8. Ross Brunner Band at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Broke 60 Band at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 10 p.m.-midnight. Saturday, October 29 Halloween Costume Contest at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. Dujka Brothers at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 1:30-4:30 p.m. The Original Triumphs at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 5-8:30 p.m. Brandon Rhyder at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 9-10:30 p.m. Wade Bowen at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 11 p.m.-1 a.m. Sunday, October 30 Charlie Lucas Band at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 1:30-4:30 p.m. The Delta Fins at Czhilispiel Main Stage, Flatonia, 5-8 p.m. Thursday, November 3 Thursday Night Acoustic Jam, Ole Moulton Bank, Moulton, 6:30 p.m.-midnight, call 361-5967499 for info
Legendary bandleaders book features Tex-Czech influence

It has been said that the ries told by the people who lived it. Polka bandleader Jimmy Brosch and writer Theresa Cernoch Parker have recently published Jimmy Brosch Remembers Twenty Legendary Texas Czech Polka Bands, which documents the history of polka bands as told by the families of the bandleaders. Of course, Jimmy Brosch and His Happy Country Boys are included and Jimmy selected 19 other bands he remembers as being popular and filled with talent. The bands span generations from the late 1860s to the last dance of the Vrazels Polka Band in 2009. Readers will learn about how the bands formed, their style of music, where they played, what they were paid, how a few made it their living while others held down day jobs, and the mark they left on polka music and Texas Czech heritage. The stories are illustrated with vintage photos, many of which come from family collections never seen before, as well as photos of the present-day families who shared their memories. A companion CD features a selection from each band, allowing readers to experience the music along with the stories.
Friday, Nov. 4 best way to learn about Cody Johnson w/Trevor Cole Band at Scoothistory is through the stoers Dancehall, Moulton. Tickets $10. Saturday, Nov. 5 Scott Taylor at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. Saturday, Nov. 12 Nightrider at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. Saturday, Nov. 19 Jake Kellen at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. Mark McKinney at Scooters Dancehall, Moulton. Tickets $10. Wednesday, Nov. 23 Midnight River Choir at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. Friday, Nov. 25 Clay Wilson Band at Yoakum Gin & Feed, Yoakum. J.D. Newbury at Scooters Dancehall, Moulton. Tickets $10. Musicians and Venues: To add or update events, contact us via e-mail to manager@gonzalescannon. com.
The book and CD can be purchased online at www.20polkabands.com or at dances and festivals where Brosch and Parker will be signing the books. Upcoming book signings include: Friday, October 28 Czech Center Museum Houston Saturday, October 29 Texas Polka Music Museum, Schulenburg Sunday, October 30 SPJST Lodge 88 Houston Watch for November and December dates on the website.
CZHILIPSPIEL: Began as fundraiser

is housed in a huge tented biergarten and dancehall along Flatonias North Main Street. Opening night features San Marcos Ross Brunner Band, and Flatonias Broke 60. Saturdays lineup starts with polka from the Dujka Brothers, followed by oldies from The Original Triumphs. Chart-topping headline entertainment opens with Brandon Rhyder, and the evening will close with Wade Bowen, who will keep the party going until 1 a.m. Czhilispiel Sunday will feature live music from the Charlie Lu-
cas Band and The Delta Fins. The biergarten is also where visitors will find tons of cold beer and margaritas, the pie auction, and big-screen televisions so you dont miss that important college or pro football game! Admission to Czhilispiel is free for all visitors both Friday and Sunday. Saturdays admission for those over 12 years of age is $7 before 2 p.m. and $12 after 2 p.m. Proper ID is required for those 21 and up who plan on drinking alcohol. Czhilispiel began as a fundraiser to help fund a local Flatonia students
medical school education. At the time Flatonia needed a doctor, so the residents organized the Czech heritage festival and chili cook-off, Czhilispiel. The student agreed to serve the community for at least five years after completing medical school, but ended up staying longer. Czhilispiel continues to use proceeds from the event to benefit local needs, whether they be for students or community services. Czhilispiel 39 is sponsored in part by: Adams Flavors, Foods and Ingredients; Brown Distributing Budweiser; DGI Beverages/Black Iguana Margaritas; Do713.com;
Henry Benedict Real Estate Investments; KCTI 1450 The Sound of Texas; The Outhouse Company; Texas Custom Grinding, Inc.; and Wright Distributing Miller Lite. For more information, contact the Flatonia Chamber at (361) 8653920 or flatoniacofc@ sbcglobal.net. Cook-off teams and vendor applications are also still being accepted. Applications can be found on the Flatonia Chambers website at www.flatoniachamber.com. Up to the minute news can also be found on the Flatonia Chamber Facebook page, www.facebook.com/flatoniachamber.
BOWEN: Brings Billy Bobs sound to Flatonia

Top 20 debut on CMT and spent several weeks at #1 on CMTs Pure Country 12 Pack countdown. The vibrant buzz he had started in Texas also spread further as he hit the national road on the Lee Ann Womack and Friends tour and expanded his fan base for his live appearances into the Midwest and Southeast. In 2008, Bowens release, If We Ever Make It Home debuted at #2 on Billboards Top New Artist Chart, #29 on the Top Current Country Albums and #176 in the Top 200 Albums. It was the #3 most downloaded country album on ITunes in its first week. If We Ever Make It Home has produced four number one singles on the Texas Music Chart and Texas Regional Radio Charts. The Texas Music Chart deemed the title track and Nobodys Fool, as two of the Top 30 songs of 2009. Bowens current music video, Trouble
debuted at #1 and is presently aired on CMTs Pure 12 Pack. On the heels of the success of If We Ever Make It Home, Bowen released the next installment of the Live at Billy Bobs Texas music series in the spring of 2010. Bowen recorded his CD and DVD in November 2009 to a packed house at the legendary, honky tonk, Billy Bobs Texas. This is a live album with only one take raw emotion, passion and intensity captured
for fans to relive again and again. The album consists of 20 tracks which include hits Lay It All On You, You Had Me At My Best, One Step Closer, and Trouble. As an added bonus, two NEW, unheard studio cuts produced by Frank Liddell (Miranda Lambert, Chris Knight) will be introduced on the CD. The DVD features 20 tracks with special footage caught the week leading up to the show, an interview section and a must-see
confessional booth where fans poured their heart out to Wade and the band. The path Wade Bowen is following continues to be well decorated with media acclaim, radio airplay, and an ever growing fan base that has attracted a ceaseless tour schedule totaling 200 plus dates a year. The essence of Wade Bowen has been perfectly captured on the Live at Billy Bobs Texas CD/DVD as he solidifies his brand as a true, authentic artist.
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It was French Renaissance essayist Michel de Montaigne who made the following sage observation: Nothing is so firmly believed as what is least known. If someone called you a mumpsimus, would you be flattered or insulted? It seems that the appropriate reaction would be to take offense. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a mumpsimus is a stubborn person who insists on making an error in spite of being shown that it is wrong. The English language is unique in the number of collective nouns it possesses. For instance, a group of frogs is known as an army and a group of crows is called a murder. We have a shrewdness of apes, a wisdom of wombats, a congregation of crocodiles, a smack of jellyfish, a wiggle of worms, a crash of rhinoceroses, a waddle of penguins and a scourge of mosquitoes, to name a few. Geese flock together in gaggles, unless theyre in flight, in which case they are collectively known as a
skein. In the Baltic region, its traditional for a bride to wear black. Youve probably never heard of Harvey Lowe, but in the 1930s he enjoyed a certain amount of notoriety; in 1934 he won the first World YoYo Contest. Now that you know who he is, can you imagine what he had in common with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards and notoriously flamboyant entertainer
Liberace? It turns out that all three took out insurance policies on their hands. If youre like 20 percent of the respondents in a recent poll, you find it embarrassing to order tap water when youre in a restaurant. *** Thought for the Day: A great deal of intelligence can be invested in ignorance when the need for illusion is deep. -- Saul Bellow (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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City of Gonzales Police Department
Chief Tim Crow 21 years of service
Capt. A. Taylor Investigations 27 years of Service
Lt. Tammy West Investigations 15 years of Service
A. Greathouse Patrolman 10 years of Service
John Brumme Patrolman 3 years of Service
Bernice Navarro Communications 5 years of service
Marcos Garcia Patrolman 6 months of service
Matthew Camarillo Patrolman 3 years of Service
Drew Nidey Patrol Sgt. 20 years of Service
Doug Mundine School Res. Officer 7 yrs of Service
Gayle Autry Captain 20 years of Service
Jimmy Navarro Patrolman 2 years of Service
Kyle Fortenberry Comm. Operator 20 years of Service
Larry Valis Animal Control Officer 8 years of Service
Margaret Pena Comm. Supervisor 28 years of Service
Jason Montoya Patrolman 2 years of Service
Tanner Schwake Patrolman 4 yrs of Service
Travis Vega Patrolman 3 years of Service
Peggy Maloch ID and Records Clerk 36 years of Service
Tania Johnson Communications 4 years of Service
Monique White Dispatch 1 1/2 year of service
Bethany McBride Patrolwoman 3 years of service
Thank you for your service to your community!

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Fire Chief Keith Schmidt 30 years of service Inspector I,II, Plans Examiner
Kevin Pirkle 1st Asst. Chief 11 years of service Haz-Mat Decon, Extrication
Scott McNabb 2nd Asst. Chief 24 years of service Haz-Mat Awareness
Glenn Doc Lohse Captain/Fire Marshal 39 years of service Former Seguin firefighter/ paramedic
Keith Verdecanna Career Firefighter 15 years of service Intermediate FF, Fire officer I, Instructor I, Inspector I,II, Plans Examiner
Heath Lipke Career Firefighter 12 years of service Department of Defense - Driver/ Operator (Iraq) Intermediate FF, Inspector I,II, Plans Examiner
Darrel Hull Career Firefighter 12 years of service Gonzales County EMS/Rescue Haz-Mat Awareness High angle rescue Auto Extrication Arson Investigator I
Wade Zella Volunteer Firefighter 13 years of service First Aid Instructor High Angle Rescue Auto Extrication Gonzales County EMS/Rescue
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Gonzales career firefighters visited Christian Kids Daycare in Gonzales earlier this month and teach the young children about fire safety. Photo by Mark Lube
Gonzales County Sheriff Glen Sachtleben rides his motorcycle with other members of law enforcement. Courtesy photo Gonzales County Fire Marshal Keith Schmidt speaks during the Emergency Management meeting and Delhi wildfire debrief at Gonzales Courthouse in September. Photo by Mark Lube
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David Tieken Career Firefighter 2 years of service Haz-Mat Ops, Auto Extrication, CAFS
Ashley Dotson Career Firefighter 12 years of service
Kit Hodges Volunteer Firefighter 9 years of service
Mike Longoria Volunteer Firefighter 12 years of service Gonzales County EMS/Rescue
David Matias Volunteer Firefighter 6 years of service Gonzales County EMS/Rescue
Dane Needham Volunteer Firefighter 15 years of service Volunteer Secretary/ Treasurer
Joseph Padilla Volunteer Firefighter 6 years of service
Gary Schroeder Volunteer Firefighter 9 years of service
Joseph Kridler Volunteer Firefighter 10 years of service
Brian Pirkle Volunteer Firefighter 10 years of service
Kenny Hodges Volunteer Firefighter 11 years of service Volunteer President
William Ince Volunteer Firefighter 3 years of service
Volunteer Firefighters Not Pictured

John Armstrong Volunteer FF 23 years of service Leroy Camarillo Volunteer FF 3 years of service Jeff Dolezal Volunteer FF 3 years of service Trey Hermann Volunteer FF 3 years of service Bobby Pakebusch Volunteer FF 3 years of service Auto Extrication Gonzales County EMS/Rescue Julio Salinas Volunteer Firefighter 8 years of service Auto Extrication Gonzales County EMS/Rescue Raul (Rudy) Villasana Volunteer/Parttime/Career FF 31 years of service 17 years with Houston FD (Senior Captain) Master Instructor, Master Fire Inv. Jason Whiddon Volunteer FF 2 years of service Gonzales County EMS/Rescue Mark Yackel Volunteer FF 15 years of service Haz-Mat Awareness Donnie Grauke Part Time/Career FF Texas Forest Service Firefighter Heavy Equipment Operator/ Instructor Ottine VFD 2nd Asst. Chief James Lassig Volunteer FF 16 years of service Kenneth Ripley Part time FF Eric Conner Volunteer FF Ken Colwell Volunteer FF
Brent Tieken Volunteer Firefighter 6 years of service
Bruce Tieken Volunteer Firefighter 30 years of service
Jeff Dolezal Volunteer Firefighter 3 years of service
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Bryan Blackwell Part time/Career Firefighter 25 years of service (20 years Department of Defense) (4 1/2 years GFD) IFSAC Certified, EMT Fire Officer II, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor I, Haz-Mat Technician, Haz-Mat Incident Command Confined space rescue technician Texas Peace Officer (1 ) Reserve Waelder PD Telecommunicator II Aitport Firefighter ARFF Driver/Operator Mobil Water Supply CPR AED - Red Cross
Above, all of the Gonzales Fire Department vehicles parked on Confederate Square in Gonzales. Below, Current and former Gonzales Fire Chiefs attended the fire stations ceremony marking the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. From left, W.H. Billy Boothe, Thomas Pirkle, Gonzales Fire Chief Keith Schmidt, Scott McNabb, and M. Barry Boothe stand by the restored monument dedicated to all Gonzales fire chiefs dating back to 1896. Photos by Nikki Maxwell
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Thank You Keith and all Fire Dept., EMS & Law Enforcement for all you do.
A Special Thank You

Thank you to everyone who pulled together to help fight the Gonzales/Delhi Fire. If we have forgotten anyone we apologize. The Gonzales/Delhi Fire 2011 was something that will not be forgotten and neither will the kindness from everyone that reached out to help in one way or another. Gonzales Fire Department Gonzales EMS Gonzales Law Enforcement Belmont Fire Department Ottine Fire Department Waelder Fire Department Nixon-Smiley Fire Department DPS Waelder Law Enforcement TxDot Ray Neitsch - for hauling water Gonzales County Pct. - for hauling water Lindemann Fertilizer - for hauling water Ricky Lester - for hauling water Judge David Bird V.F.W. - Food To everyone who brought food, water, move cattle, property items and support The Gonzales Cannon news coverage KCTI - news coverage
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Sheriff Glen Sachtleben 44 yrs of service Master Peace Officer Firearms Instructor, Assoc. Degree
Chief Deputy Dennis J Richter Chief Dep. Dennis Richter 23 yrs of service Master Peace Officer Jailer, Instr. Fire Invest. Crim. Justice Master Deg.
CID Lt. Jeromy Belin Investigator, CID 12 yrs of Service Adv. Peace Off. Mental Health/ Narcotics Officer
CID Sgt. Matt Atkinson Investigator, 15 yrs. of Service Adv. Peace Officer
Sgt John Mercier Patrol Sgt. 38 yrs of Service Adv. Peace Officer, Licensed Jailer
Alejandro Salinas 6 yrs of Service Basic Peace Officer
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Garry Soefje 26 yrs of Service Advanced Peace officer
Deputy Floyd Toliver K9 Patrol Sgt. 21 yrs of Service Master Peace Officer Investigations Narcotics
Brent Gindler 5 yrs of Service Basic Peace Officer Field Training Officer
Cody Mikulencak 5 yrs of Service Basic Peace Officer Certified Jailer
Craig Collins 7 yrs of service Basic Peace Officer Certified Jailer
Thank you for putting your lives on the line for us everyday. We are grateful!
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E.J. Haidusek Harper Family Hart Family Dollie Hay Herman Family Hickman Family Hicks Family Hood Family Housewright Family Chris Huddleston Hunter Family Jacobs Family Bilinda Jeffery Johnson Family Bud Keck Keller Family
Kelley Family King Family Kim Lancaster Maijala Family McBride Family Lance McCormick McGee Family Sharon McIntosh McKean Family McMullen Family McWhorter Family Meek Family Monaghan Family Dirk Moore Lou & Rita Moore Marta Moore Morgan Family Mullinnix family Leda Myers Neal Family Neeley Family Ott Family Ottinger Family Parsons Family Petty Family Platt Family Pollock Family Reed Family Reeves Family D. Reininger Family Evelyn Reininger Sheera Rexroad Lonnie Reyes Richards Family Joyce Rodgers David Roshto Schroeder Family SELLERS-PEDDICORD, A. K. SIKES RANCH, LTD. Stark Family Stevenson Family The Regladores LEMC Chisholm Trail Chpt. Theriot Family Thomas Family Jack Townsend Valastro Family Van Velthoven Family Vann Family Vick Family Votaw Family Warren Family Joshua Webb White Family Janice Willis Young Family Richard Young Rodgers Family
The Delhi & McMahan Volunteer Fire Departments wish to express our sincere appreciation to all those who donated time and resources during last months devastating fire in Delhi. As you know, the Delhi and McMahan Fire Departments consists solely of volunteers. We provide the necessary training, gear and equipment to the first responder firefighters through donations from businesses and individuals like you. None of these things would be possible without your generosity and commitment to support our communities and our volunteer fire departments. Once again, you have our sincere gratitude. Your kindness will always be remembered!
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Jean Floyd Administrative Secretary 3 yrs of Service
Marvin Miles Administrative Asst. 11 yrs of Service
Agnes Gast Jailer/Cook 9 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
Al Pakebusch Corrections Officer 3 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer Telecommunications
Vicky Torres Corrections Officer Cpl 8 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
David Noahubi Corrections Cpl. Jailer 1 year of service
Diane Jurek Records Sgt. 10 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer, Basic Telecommunicator
Donna Olsen 4 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
Lt. Theresa Thompson 9 years
Jared Brumme 2 yr of Service Corrections Officer Transport Officer
Jeff Downey Corrections Officer 7 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
Jesse Soefje Corrections Officer 5 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
Joel Campos Jailer 1 month
June Jackson Jailer 1 month
Katerine Bazan Jailer 3 months
Keith Longoria Corrections Officer 10 yrs of Service Licensed Jailer
Maggie Martinez Jailer 10 months
Sgt Travis Zella Master Sgt. 5 years
Zack Mraz Jailer 1 1/2 years
Greg Smith Jailer 6 months
We Salute Our Hometown Heroes!
Above and at right, Gonzales County Sheriff Department personnel with stolen property they recovered during an extensive investigation into a theft ring. Courtesy photos
Capitol Monument
Hwy. 183 N, Gonzales
830-672-7929
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Gonzales County EMS/EMT
Bubba Hermann Rescue 29 years
Al Pakebusch Rescue 16 years
Allen Linebrink Paramedic, Assistant Director
Ashley Marie Russell EMS 2 years of service
Belinda Richter EMS/Paramedic 2 years
Bobby Baker EMS/Paramedic 11 years
Bobby Pakebusch EMT - Rescue Special Ops 17 years
Brian Jurek EMT - Rescue 12 years
Cal Bates EMS - EMT- Rescue Special Ops 1 year
Carla Russell Supervisor Paramedic - Rescue 18 years
Damon Curry Paramedic EMS 2 years
Dan Schulte Rescue - Special Ops 4 years
Daniel Vahalik EMT - Rescue Special Ops 2 years
David Clifton EMS/EMT 12 years
David Matias EMS - EMT-B Rescue - Special Ops 13 years
Dawn Curry EMT 2years
Eric Linebrink Rescue 10 years
Dawn Moelller EMS - Paramedic 2 years
Dr. Robert Williamson Medical Director 37 years
Dustin Williams Rescue 4 years
Jace Opiela Rescue 5years
Jason Whiddon Rescue - Special Ops 11 years
Dusty Pish Rescue - Special Ops 10 years
Thank you for your service!
Photos Not Available

Allen Linebrink EMS/Rescue 26 years of service Al Pakebusch Rescue 16 years of service Chase McGlinchey EMS 1 year of service Jason Pohler EMS 1 year of service Dennis Jahns EMS/Rescue/Special Ops years of service Adam Chapman EMS 1 year of service Becky Wiley EMS 1 year service Chris Tippett EMS 1 year of service Daniel Welch EMS 1 year of service
Thanks For All You Do! We Appreciate You!
WB Farm & Ranch Supply

2031 Water Street, Gonzales
Thanks For All You Do Everyday To Protect Us! Circle G Truck Stop
2024 South Hwy. 183 Gonzales, TX
Reynas Taco Hut

1801 Sarah DeWitt Dr., Gonzales, TX
Next to the Courthouse Annex Home of the Silverado
We Salute All these fine Men & Women for all they do. While on the run stop in for a hot meal!
672-7997
672-1554
Gonzales County EMS/EMT
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Jennifer Miller EMS/EMT-B 17 years
Jess Fullilove EMT - Rescue Special Ops 2 years
Jim Russell Paramedic, Director Rescue 18 years
Johnnie Hall Paramedic - Rescue Special Ops 17 years
Jonathan Lorton Rescue 1 years
Julio Salinas Rescue - Special Ops 10 years
Justin Russell EMS - Rescue 10 years
Ken Colwell EMT/Rescue Special Ops 3 years
Kirby Knox EMT - Rescue 1 year
Lisa Baker EMS/EMT-B 11 years
Pam Pettijohn EMS/EMT 6 years
Lisa Pakebusch EMS/EMT-B 16 years
Mark Mendez EMT - Rescue 3 years
Michael Longoria Rescue - Special Ops 12 years
Michelle Garza EMS/EMT 1 year
Paul Pettijohn EMT - Rescue 11 years
Paul Thistlewait EMS/EMT 3 years
Ray Neitsch Rescue 16 years
Perry Wegener EMT - Rescue Special Ops 16 years
Robert McCauley Paramedic Assistant Director 17 years
Shannon Milner EMS - EMT-Rescue Special Ops 4 years
Shauna Oeltjen EMS - EMT 10 years
Ken Smokey Spahn Rescue 4 years
Tim Decker EMT - Rescue Special Ops 2 years
You are all Heroes! Thank you for what you do!
Tony Matias Rescue Tyree Schurig Rescue 24 years
Glen Glass Eric Connor Rescue - Special Ops EMS-Paramedic 19 years Rescue - Special Ops 4 years
Tony Matias Rescue 12 years of service
Gonzales County Sheriff Glen Sachtleben with District Attorney Heather McMinn. Courtesy photo
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830-672-2424
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Cities of Nixon-Smiley-Waelder
Coke & Product
3/$9.99
12 pk, cans
1/2 Gallons
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2/$11 or $6.99 ea
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4 Free sides with the purchase of any 8 piece chicken
Specials are only valid through the 30th of October
Visit us at www.thetotestores.com Sign up for Specials and Deal Alerts
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830-672-3447
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City of Nixon Police Department
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Nixon Police Officers and administrative personnel not pictured:

Jose Morin Felipe Lopez Patrick Desormeaux Frank Valdez Maria Riojas - Court Clerk/Police Secretary
Police Chief Chris Almaguer
Officer Roger Salinas
Officer Ysidro Torres
Officer David Stoubaugh
Officer Mike Villareal
City of Nixon Volunteer Fire Department
Chief Mark Mendez
Damus Clifton
David Clifton
Eddie Valdez
Eddie Vigil
Estella Vigil
Hector Dominguez
Jeanne Mendez
Jimmy Baker
Joshua Trigo
Kordell Valdez
Larry Cardenas
City of Ottine Volunteer Fire Department

Mark Trigo Misty Clifton Spencer Brown Yvette Vigil
4421 Hwy. 97E, Gonzales, TX
Saturn Sales
830-540-4422
Thank You!
1402 E. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX 78629
Land O Lakes Purina Feed

(830) 672-6565
Corey Everett
John Everett
Read The Cannon On-line FREE! WWW.GONZALESCANNON.COM
Have you thanked a fire fighter or police officer lately?
Janicek Insurance
Thank You! Thank You!

Nixon Office Smiley Office Stockdale
830-582-1581
830-587-6261
830-996-3148
City of Waelder Volunteer Fire Department
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Abelardo Ibarra
Adam Ibarra
Adam Ramirez
Cleto Reyna
Freddy Noyola
James Irle
Jared Brumme
Jennifer Rose
Karl Hutton
Mylus Williams
Nino Reyes
Paul Quintero Jr
City of Waelder Police Department

Not Pictured: Sgt. Harper Cpl. Moore Sgt. Pinckney Sgt. Tannen Officer Blackwell Officer Chadwell Officer Mathias Officer Ward Officer Cartee Officer Williams
Dear Hometown Heroes, Thank you for Everything You Do! Sincerely, The Cannon Staff
Tony Rincon
COME AND READ IT! WWW.GONZALESCANNON.COM

Thank you to ALL Departments for ALL you do!
Grains Custom Mix Feed Liquid Feed Cattle Cubes
Police Chief Jim Taylor
Officer Austin Harper
Full Service Automotive repAir And truck Fleet Service

Diesel RepaiRs & seRvicing electRonic engine contRols
Fleet accounts Welcome
suspension aiR conDitioning
Leonard WiLson 832-419-7681
1271 FM 1115 Waelder, Texas 78959
Fehner & Son Grain Co.

Liquid Fertilizer Pellet Feed Spaying
Persons Flower Shop

1030 E. St. Louis, Gonzales, TX
Nancy Logan, owner
James Fehner - Cell 830-857-3638 Jimmy Fehner - Cell 830-857-3636

1922 Co. Road 197 Gonzales,TX 78629 Phone: 830-672-3710
830-672-2883
All Seasons
Ripley and Wolff, P.C.
502 St. Paul Gonzales, TX 78629
24/7
Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing

Sales and Service
TACLB6030C/M-37285
830-672-9254
Carrier Lennox American Standard 1229 St. Lawrence Gonzales, TX 78629 Office 830-672-9226 Fax 830-672-2006
Email: ALLSEASONSAIRE@YAHOO.COM
Thanks For Everything You Do To Protect Us!
We are so proud of you Bryan. Bryan Blackwell Thank you for always being there for us!
1821 Sarah DeWitt Gonzales
Hair Creations
830-672-4721
Lisa Blackwell, owner
D&D Liquor
102 W. Wallace Gonzales
Shear Designs Boutique

805 St. Joseph St., Gonzales
672-9477
830-672-9200
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Smiley Volunteer Fire Department
Billie Egger
Brian Griffin
Collie Boatright Jr
Curt Culpepper
Danny Yaws
Donnie Janicek
John Robinson
Kenneth Stewart
Lester Warzecha
Gonzales Firefighters attend to a vehicle accident. Photo by Debbie Toliver
Mark Janicek
Philip Streety
Rickey Parker
Robert Culpepper
Roger Childress
Stewart Wishert
A Gonzales firefighter demonstrates to Gonzales Elementary students how to crawl low on the floor to avoid inhaling smoke and escape from inside a building that is on fire. Photo by Mark Lube
A large cache of illegal narcotics seized by DPS on I-10 near Gonzales Firefighters teach area school children how to don fire Gonzales County. Photo by Debbie Toliver protection gear and fire safety. Photo by Mark Lube
To Everyone of you that puts your lives on the line for us everyday - We Appreciate You!
2929 US Business Hwy. 183 North #37 Gonzales, TX 78629 672-1870/830-203-9100
Annie Oakley Pest Control
Hodges Construction
1404 N. Sarah DeWitt Gonzales
Thanks For All Your Hard Work & Dedication!
830-672-7924
Texas Department of Public Safety

(Gonzales Area Officers)
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For security reasons, DPS personnel are not pictured

Sergeant Robert Haiyasoso Trooper Howard Brothers Sergeant Peter Cenotti Corporal Patrick Davis Trooper Chad Fritz Trooper Wayne Henkes Trooper Ronald Holub Trooper Joel Johnson Trooper Tony Leal
A large cache of illegal narcotics was seized by Texas Department of Public Safety Officers operating in Gonzales County, in Spring 2011. The event is one of many such incidents involving DPS and other area law enforcement efforts to fight the war on drugs. Courtesy photo
Trooper Michael Turk

To reach Gonzales DPS office, call (830 672-2434
Gonzales County Game Wardens

Gonzales based Jason Davis was promoted to Captain Game Warden in early 2010. His areas of responsibility include: Gonzales, Colorado, Caldwell, Austin, Washington, Lee, Lafayette, Burleson, Fayette and Bastrop counties. Davis graduated from Texas Lutheran Davis, Jason University in 1998, (Captain) with a Bachelors Game Warden Degree in Biology. 11 years of service To reach the game wardens office, call (830) 672-6373. Game Warden Dan Waddell is responsibile for the entire Gonzales County area. Waddell graduated from The University of Texas (Permian Basin) in 1996, with a Bachelors Degree in Criminology. He served in the United States Air Force for 3 years, and the U.S. Border Patrol for 7 years. To reach the game wardens office, call (830) 857-5064 or the Gonzales County Sheriff s Office at (830) 672-6524.
Game Warden Captain Jason Davis (top right) trains Texas State Guard personnel at Lake Bastrop in May 2011. Davis and other game wardens assisted in their training in various boat operations and using sonar equipment. Courtesy photos
Waddell, Dan Gonzales County Game Warden 6 years of service
We Salute all the fine Men & Women for all they do.
301 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, TX 78629 (830) 672-2851
Monday-Thursday: 9am to 5pm Friday: 9am to 6pm Saturday: 9am to 1pm
Lobby Hours
Motor Bank Hours

Monday-Thursday: 7:45am to 5pm Friday: 7:45am to 6pm Saturday: Closed
C 2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC
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Thank you for being there when needed!
830-672-6556 1-888-562-6588
506 St. Paul, Gonzales
Holiday Finance
Our salutes to the super heroes of Gonzales-EMS, Fire Dept. and Local Law Enforcement!
Thank You - Fire Department, EMS & Law Enforcement
DuBose Insurance Agency

826 Sarah DeWitt Drive Gonzales, TX 78629
(830) 672-9581
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City of Shiner Police Department
Police Chief Adam B
Reserve Patrolman Shane OReilley
Reserve Patrolman Harvey Bauer
Patrolman Zachary Kramer
Officer Chelsea James
Thank you to everyone who helped with this special issue!
Gonzales County Constables

Gonzales Mayor Bobby ONeal swears in three new Gonzales Police Officers during a city council meeting. Photo by Nikki Maxwell
Constable Precinct #1 Ken Hedrick
Constable Precinct #3 Raliegh Measom
Constable Precinct #4 John Moreno
Deputy Constable Precinct #3 Gerald Hull Gonzales firefighters and EMS respond to an automobile accident in Gonzales. At left, Gonzales volunteer firefighter Poochy Kridler takes a well-earned break from the grill during a fundraiser. Photos by Debbie Toliver
Gonzales firefighters extinguish a house fire. Courtesy photo
We Salute all the Fire Department personnel for being there 24/7.
Now thru Nov. 19, 2011 take

In Memory of our beloved Dean Baker, who loved being part of the Gonzales Fire Dept. We miss you very much. May God watch over each one when the fire bell rings.
925 Saint Andrew, Gonzales 672-4433
Bruce & Elaine Baker, owners family & employees
Our Thank You to All The Fire Dept., EMS & Law Enforcement Personnel
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90 Day Same as Cash Free Delivery Locally In Store Financing
(830) 672-2911
City of Shiner Volunteer Fire Department
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Benes, Pat Secretary
Berkman, Brian Vice President
Bernhausen, Michael
Boedeker, David Bo
Boehm, Marty
Bujnoch, Steven
Caka, Kenneth
Caka, Leonard
Filip, Terry
Hartman, Gary
Herman, Brian
Hoerig, Allen
Jaehne, Gussie
Jobb, Mark - 2nd Assistant Chief
Kalich, Darryl Treasurer
Kalich, Tim
Kalina, Glen
Kloesel, Alan
Kloesel, Edward
Kram, Jake
Krause, Derek
Kresta, Ronnie
Lehnert, Brian
Machart, David
Thanks to the Men & Women Who Serve Us.
Above, Gonzales firefighters deliver food to customers at the firestation curb during their during their annual BBQ fundraiser. Photo by Nikki Maxwell
Gonzales firefighters prepare food for their annual BBQ fundraiser on Sept.11, 2011. Photo by Debbie Toliver
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City of Shiner Volunteer Fire Department
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Morkovsky, Zach
Muehlstein, Daniel
Panus, Mark - Chief
Patek, Michael
Peters, Darryl President
Petru, Billy
Pokluda, Michael
Schroeder, David
Sembera, Emil
Shelton, Albert
Shields, Carlo
Shows, Jason
Special Thank You to The Shiner Firefighters for their hospitality and help with this special issue!
Truman, David
Ullmann, Ralph
Welch, Brandon
Wenske, Mark
Caraway Ford Gonzales

1405 Sarah DeWitt Gonzales, TX 78629
830-672-9646
4421 Hwy. 97E, Gonzales, TX
Saturn Sales
830-540-4422
Thank You!
Logan Insurance Agency

HOME AUTO FARM COMMERCIAL BONDS
Thank You!
Above, the Shiner Volunteer Fire Department fire truck. Courtesy photo Below, Gonzales fire fighters work to extinguish a house fire on a hot summer day in Gonzales County, June 2011. Photo by Nikki Maxwell
God Bless & Thank You!
Belmont Volunteer Fire Department

Established in 1990
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Schauer, Brian Fire Chief
DeCola, Dale Captain
Pruett, Kent Captain
Schauer, Kenneth Captain
Towns, Royce
Miller, Urlet
Carrizales, Robert
Tinsley, Jay
Orr, Tom
Kidd, Bob
Jurek, Brian
Miller, Roy
Belmont Firefighters Not Pictured:
Dick Goss - Asst. Fire Chief, Nick Bednarczyk, Susan Loomis, Paul Smith, Derek Paulk, Phillip Haake and Dustin Shirley.
Komoll, William
Allen, Blake
The Belmont Volunteer Fire Department and family members riding in the Gonzales Come And Take It Parade, Oct. 1, 2011. The white firetruck was purchased in 2010, and subsidized with proceeds from the units fundraisers. Photo by Nikki Maxwell Below, The Belmont Volunteer Fire Department holds an annual BBQ fundraiser to support their organization and charitable donations. The group relies on the one event to help support their operation through the entire year. Photos by Dave Mundy
Mark Newman
Dirks, Ronnie
Helmke, Michael
Kitchen Pride Mushroom Farms

County Road 348, Gonzales
Thank You For Being Here 24/7!
Thank you for Serving! We appreciate your efforts!
McLeroy Land Group

Crew Assembly and Management Oil, Gas and Mineral Lease Acquisition Area Checks and Mineral Takeoffs Seismic Permitting Due Diligence Research Surface Damage Negotiations
Helping to Discover Americas Energy Since 1974
830-540-4516
Energy Land Services Including Right of Way acquisition

Call (830) 672-6265 P.O. Box 1896, Gonzales, TX 78629
Page G6 At right, Gonzales firefighters visited Christian Kids Daycare in Gonzales during Fire Prevention Week in October. Below, children from the Presbyterian Discovery Center visited the fire fighters on their own turf at the fire station. Each child received their own firemans hat. Photos by Mark Lube
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Thank a firefighter today!
My Papa - My Hero
Sgt. Floyd Toliver Michael Meeh II
We are very proud of you!

Love, Debbie, Kristen, Boo, David, Kristin, Tenley family & friends
We are so proud of you David!
Youre always there when needed.
Tenley Matias, David Matias, Marti Matias
Love Ya! Tenley, Kristin, Mom, Floyd, Kristen, little Michael, family & friends
Read it on-line FREE!! www.gonzalescannon.com
S.O.
Thank You For All You Do!
Thank you to everyone in the Fire Dept., EMS & Law Enforcement for all you do 24/7.
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W.R. Low 830-857-3324 Greg Miller 830-857-3325
Jo Ann Low 830-857-5585
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Kristin, Tenley & David Matias
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Thank You Glenn & all personnel for the help & time you give everyone.

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Apaches clinch berth; Indians, Cardinals battle Section C

Our annual tribute to first responders Sections E-F-G

Nunsense kicks off run at Crystal Theatre Page D1

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Luling board names Puig lone finalist

Police seek armed man in robbery

Robbery suspect being sought

Welcoming our newest subscribers

County lifts ban on burns

Lucas Energy Inc. LEI $1.86

Inside This Week:

Local youngster takes third place in tractor contest

Thursdays Forecast: High-71, Low-47. Afternoon showers accompanied by gusty winds.

For The Record

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Gonzales Police Report

Two youths arrested in school-bus burglary

Gonzales Co. Sheriffs Office Report

DeWitt Co. Sheriffs Office Report

Thought for the Day

Today in Texas History

Yoakum Police Report

Case #11-420, Att. Burglary-

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Thursday, October 27, 2011

LISD: Puig named as lone finalist for superintendent

The Gonzales Cannon

ROBBERY: Armed suspect sought in holdup of store

Soaring Eagle award

Cannon News Services

Fayette raid breaks up alleged illegal gambling operation

COUNTY: Commissioners vote to lift outdoor burn ban

Kyle Days restored 1948 International Harvester Farmall M. (Courtesy photo)

DAY: Gonzales youth takes 3rd

Weekly Specials Oct. 31-Nov. 6 Bacon & Egg Taco

MATAMOROS TACO HUT

Full Plumbing Services

ends at 11 a.m. 201 St. Joseph Gonzales 672-6615

Crispy Taco Plate

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Culture, not skin color, key to academic success

Heed the 99 percent

More public-sector jobs wont spur the economy

The Gonzales Cannon

Thursday, October 27, 2011

the editor Some facts about what Viagra is for

In Your Viewcell phones Cancer-causing

Newspaper recycling bin wont return to town

Suggestions for making driving in area safer

The value of multivitamins

(Photo courtesy Eileen Rolnick)

Health Mart Pharmacist Sharon Raley

Parent: GHS not sympathetic to daughters illness

Political labeling only divides us, not unites

Master Gardeners say thanks for support

Letters to the Editor Policy:

Want to list your business here? Call Debbie at 830-672-7100

Gonzales Cannon Business Directory

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Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co.

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