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The City of Gonzales began moving forward with plans for a multi-purpose events center during Tuesdays meeting. The idea of an events center has been part of the citys plans for JB Wells Park since at least 2000, and on Tuesday City Council gave the go-ahead to engage architect Tim Gescheidle to design the facility. It is anticipated the center would be able to host small to medium-sized conventions, as well as be available for mulJason Clark with the Eagle Ford Shale Community Development Program at tiple smaller events for the UTSA speaks with community members at Gonzales City Hall Wednesday. The public. The expo center was event was the first in a series of meetings to promote and prolong economic part of the original design growth in the Eagle Ford region. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
of J.B. Wells Park, city manager Allen Barnes said. He added the anticipated cost of the facility could be in the $7-8 million range. The city will consider selling certificates of obligation bonds, with some proceeds from the hotel-motel tax, city sales tax and possibly oil royalties all helping to defray much of the cost. Barnes said making the bonds backed by potential property-tax revenues will enable the city to get better rates and possibly buy them off earlier, but pointed out that continued economic expansion has given the EXPO, Page A9
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Economic expansion and tourism items dotted the agenda of the Gonzales City Council Tuesday, with Council giving approval to a license agreement which will bring a new car dealer to the area. Council approved a license agreement enabling Benny Boyd Gonzales RE, LLC to place a parking lot over an unopened city right-of-way along Highway 183N just beyond city
limits as the location of a new Dodge dealership. It is outside the city limits, but I have a feeling that if you put a multi-million dollar car lot just outside the city, it will soon be in the city, city manager Allen Barnes dead-panned. Council also approved the Gonzales Economic Development Corp. board of directors decision to make a $450,000 loan to Come and Take It Prop-
erties for renovation and construction of the Dilworth Bed & Breakfast/restaurant. Economic Development Director Carolyn Gibson-Baros told council members the developer is in negotiation with a restauranteur for the first floor of the building, while the upper two floors will host the bed and breakfast rooms. The final $50,000 of that loan is forgivable provided the facility is open by Aug. 1, Baros said. The Council also ap-
proved up to $50,000 to be set aside for billboard advertising, but rejected two other proposed expenditures forwarded from the citys tourism committee. Consultant Loretta Shirley explained to the council that billboards in desirable high-traffic areas come open at different times, and because of the demand for the billboards it isnt always possible to go through the normal city process to lease the signs. Council members had previCITY, Page A9
Officers nab stubborn escapee

An escapee led Gonzales Police on a merry chase across several city blocks for more than a half-hour Sunday but in the end the officers got their goat. Loose-livestock calls arent uncommon in rural communities, but an escaped goat proved especially reluctant to return to custody Sunday afternoon. Several GPD units took up the chase and animal control officer Larry Valis was called in from off-duty as the goat cut across several blocks and even crossed Sarah DeWitt Dr. In the end, a civilian proved to be handy with a lasso and helped the officers return the goat to his proper location. At least one officer showed he had a sense of humor, radioing the GPD dispatcher to report all units were baaa-aaack in service.
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a row. Just recently it was announced that the Gonzales County event has been recognized by the American Cancer Society as recipient of the Nationwide Top Ten Per Capita Award for 2013. That was the past and now it is time to look to
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The 2013 Relay For Life of Gonzales County set many records. Sponsorship donations of $49,350 boosted the total net income which amounted to $129,047.22. Last fall the 2013 event was recognized as a Five-Star Relay for the second year in
the future. As the American Cancer Society celebrates its 100th birthday this year, the focus is Finish the Fight! Therefore, Gonzales County team participants will carry out the local 2014 event theme of Come and Fight It for a Cure! with help from superheroes and their sidekicks. The 12th Annual Relay For Life of Gonzales
County will begin at 6 p.m. on March 28 at J. B. Wells Show Barn. In preparation for the 2014 event, ACS staff partner Stephen Bedsole mailed out in early December letters along with brochures explaining sponsorship opportunities to last years sponsorship donors. Thanks to Holmes Foods, RELAY, Page A9
Shield Tactical continues to expand

By DAVE MUNDY
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SHINER Just about a year ago, John Harrington got fed up with the business regulations in California and what he saw as that states clear agenda to overthrow the Second Amendment. He packed up his business and moved it to Shiner the first of several firearms-related companies to take up Gov. Rick Perrys call to
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come to Texas. It has proven to be a great decision, Harrington said. Its been a good year, he said of his decision to abandon California for Texas with his Shield Tactical company last year. We were blessed to have the right people on our side from the first, like Jeff Pesek with Lone Star Bank, whos the Chamber of Commerce president. I literally parked my moving van from California and an hour later I was at the stock show, bidding on livestock with everyone else from Shiner. Everyone has been very welcoming. Harringtons business is now producing a Come and Take It receiver assembly with its own logo and Texas Black Rifle Co., Shiner TX engraved on it. Theyve also installed an engaver and anodizer and will soon be able to cerakote the weapons theyre assembling to greatly increase both
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Less than a year after relocating from California, John Harringtons Shield Tactical continues to expand. One item featured by the Texas Black Rifle Company now is the Come and Take It receiver assembly now made in Shiner. the looks and durability of the pieces. We just got our first purchase order from a police department, and were getting interest from other departments, said Harrington. Its great that were able to sell to police departments. But we wont sell to any law enforcement that doesnt back the Second Amendment. The company has already expanded its initial inventory of accessories, and now operates the Texas Black Rifle Co. custom-making various firearms. We just got our Type 72 SOT license to manufacture machine guns, he said. And we are building what promises to be the best gun range in a thousand miles (in Hallettsville). Well be making supressors by summer.
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The Texas Veterans Commission will host a 5K/Fun Run in honor of Women Veterans Month on March 8 at Camp Mabry. Food and entertainment will be waiting for you at the finish line, and the Girl Scouts will be there to help us and donate cookies to our troops Registration Fees: (Includes goodie bag, t-shirt, lunch and entertainment) Veteran/ Active Duty/National Guard/Girl Scouts/Students: $10.00 Civilian: $20.00 Under 5: Free To register: visit http://tvc.texas.gov/Rock-yourCamo.aspx The Crystal Theatre and Running M Bar & Grill will host a special Valentines presentation of dinner and a show Feb. 14-15. Dinner at the Running M begins at 6 p.m. each night, with the show starting around the corner at the Crystal Theatre at 7 p.m. This years performance is The Diaries of Adam & Eve, When God Comes to Breakfast, Dont Burn the Toast.Tickets are $30 for both dinner and show or $15 for show only, and are available at the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce or can be purchased online at gonzalescrystaltheatre.org. For details, call 830-672-6532. The local Relay For Life event is scheduled for March 28 at J. B Wells Show Barn. Once again the timeline will be shortened. The opening ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. and will end at 1 a.m. American Cancer Societys slogan nationwide this year is Finish the Fight! The local event theme is Come and Fight It for a Cure! Teams are encouraged to use superheroes and their sidekicks as inspiration to develop their own team theme and decorations. For more information regarding teams or Relay For Life please contact ACS Staff Partner Stephen Bedsole (512-919-1810) or RFL Team Recruitment/Development Chair Arline Rinehart Schacherl (830-857-0134). The Bingo, Bags & Badges Normas House fund-raiser is scheduled from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, March 22 at Victoria College-Gonzales. Normas House is the Gonzales Regional childrens advocacy organization. Tickets are $30 pre-sale, $40 at the door and extra cards are available for $20.

Donors are being sought for corporate sponsorships or to donate door prizes for silent auction or designer handbags. Corporate sponsors who purchase 8-person tables for $300 will receive recognition and a bottle of wine. For more information, call 830-672-1278. Thompsonville Ladies Club Annual Chili Supper and Auction will be held Saturday, February 22, 2014 at the Thompsonville Community Center. Chili Supper will be at 5 p.m. Chili is free we do accept donations. Auction is at 6 p.m. Proceeds will be used for scholarships to area youth. The Mainstage Musical Lineup for the 61st annual Luling Watermelon Thumphas been finalized. This years entertainers include: THURSDAY, JUNE 26 (FREE): Texas Unlimited Band (TUB). FRIDAY, JUNE 27: American Aquarium followed by Kevin Fowler. SATURDAY, JUNE 28: Bri Bagwell followed by EARL THOMAS CONLEY followed by Wade Bowen. SUNDAY, JUNE 29 (FREE): Jimmy Butler followed by Vince Vance & The Valiants. D.A.R. George Washington Luncheon is scheduled at noon Saturday, Feb. 15 at First United Methodist Church. Danny Davis will present a program on US Army Ranger History. To RSVP, DAR members can contact Janet Smith. A drawing is being held to help defray medical expenses for Rosie Garcia, who is receiving cancer treatments. Rosie and Wesley have been involved with The Gonzales Youth Center since our clean up day 18 years ago. The grand-prize Dallas Cowboys cooler can be seen at Gonzales Auto Supply. Tickets are $5 each. For details, call 830-445-9305 There will be a Walk Class/Leslie Sansone DVD offered at First United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, conducted by Wesley Nurse Shirley Goss, RN. The class is free to the public
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Monthalia Methodist Chili Supper is scheduled Friday, Feb. 7 at the Monthalia Methodist Church Fellowship Hall from 5-7 p..m. The Meal includes: Chili, Tamales, Beans, Slaw, tea, coffee, with a variety of desserts at 50 cents each. Proceeds go to Missions and Church Projects. The Heights of Gonzales is having Community Bingo, Friday, February 28th, at 2:30 p.m. It is free to play. Bingo winners will receive $1.00 for each Bingo and $50 split for Blackout. Must be 55 or older or a resident of a Care Facility to win blackouts. Hosted by Excel Home Health, Gonzales Memorial Healthcare Systems and The Height of Gonzales.
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The Pilgrim Opry will be held Saturday, February 8, 2014 at the Pilgrim Community Center. Music by The Pilgrim Heirs Band. Special Guests, Missy Vincent, John Hanson. L.A. Zdanskys Sausage Supper. Serving 5:00pm-6:30pm, $6.00. Music Starts at 7 p.m. - $4.00. Show information: Cal Taylor (830) 534-8499. Hall Rental: Plowman Whiddon, (830) 437-2316. The Saturn Cemetery Association will hold quarterly meeting at 6:00 p.m., Friday, February 7, 2014 at the Saturn Community Building on Hwy. 97 North. Light snacks will be served. All interested persons are encouraged to attend. If anyone has questions you can call 830-540-3858.
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grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation will be held Thursday, Feb. 6th from 5 PM 8 PM at Finch Funeral Chapel of Nixon. The funeral service will be held at Finch Chapel Friday, Feb. 7th at 2:00 PM with the Rev. Michael Cowey officiating. Interment will follow at the Caraway Cemetery near Nixon. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice. Arrangements by Finch Funeral Chapel, LLC, of Nixon (830) 582-1521.
Royce ONeal, 1933-2014 Royce ONeal, age 80, of Smiley, died February 3, 2014 in Gonzales. He was born March 21, 1933 in Gonzales County to Phillip Harrison and Lula Mae (Caraway) ONeal. Royce is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Martha (Gibson) ONeal; 1 brother; 5 sisters; and his son, Gary ONeal. He is survived by his daughter, Arlene Banks and husband David of Brownwood; his grandchildren: Larry Bishop of New Braunfels; Robin Morris of Bangs; David Banks II of Brownwood; Brian ONeal of Quitman, TX; Erica Cherry of Quitman, TX; Brandi Elmore of Grand Saline, TX; Pete ONeal of Quitman, TX; 10 great-
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J.D. Simmons, 19302014 J.D. Simmons, 83, passed away Monday, February 3, 2014. Celebration of Life Memorial: Saturday, Feb-
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ruary 8, 2014, 11:00am, Parker County Cowboy Church, 5050 FM 5, Aledo Texas. Directions: I-20W to Mikus/FM 5 Exit 415, South/left 7.8 miles on left. Rev. Robert Bastic officiating.Memorial: In lieu of flowers, please make contribution to Holland Lake Nursing Center, 1201 Holland Lake Rd, Weatherford, TX 76086. J.D. was born September 3, 1930 to the late J.D. and Annie Simmons of Gonzales, Texas. He had 13 yrs service Army National Guard Artillery Division as First Lieutenant. He also had multiple careers with AT&T, American Manufacturing and bus driver for Aledo ISD. Survivors: Carolyn Harrill Simmons, wife of 58 yrs; son Gregory Simmons of Benbrook; daughters Gaylia Simmons Hammond of Arlington, Jenny Simmons of Fort Worth; Grandsons Jeff Bishop of Aledo, Stephen Hammond and wife Liza Rodriguez Hammond of Fort Worth; Granddaughter Katy Hammond, Texas A&M College Station; Sister Leona Garner of Waco; Brother Walter Simmons and wife Shirley Simmons of Gonzales; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
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The Gonzales Book Club meets on the third Thursday of the month. This months meeting will be on Feb.20, from 10-11am at Lifords Books and Fine Art to discuss Walking Across Egypt by Clyde Edgerton. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. Please join us! Gonzales K.C. Council 5090 will hold their regular monthly meeting February 12. Meal at 7.30 p.m , Meeting at 8.00 p.m. All members are urged to attend. Providence Missionary Baptist Church, 1020 St. Andrew in Gonzales, will host the 8th anniversary celebration for Rev. Gary L and First Lady Sheryln Clack at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9. Guests will be Pastor Jimmy Hastings and the New Jerusalem Baptist Church of Shiner. The public is welcome. Vietnam Veterans meet the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Hotel Texas in Hallettsville. Any veteran serving during the period of 1957-1975 is invited to join. For more information, call Don Williams at 361-798-1499.
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Waelder woman attributes her spirit and longevity to staying busy, clean living
By JULIANA MATHEWS
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Mrs. Irma Cobler has a presence about her, a light that shines from within. She possess a calm and charming demeanor that, I suspect, comes with seeing a century of changes unimaginable to those of us whove only been Waelders Irma Cobler will be celbrating her 100th birthday Feb. 11. (Photo by clinging to this spinning blue ball for less than half that time. Juliana Mathews)
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Did you know that the 2013 Relay For Life of Gonzales County set many records? Sponsorship donations of $49,350 boosted the total net income which amounted to $129,047.22. Last fall the 2013 event was recognized as a Five-Star Relay for the second year in a row. Just recently it was announced that the Gonzales County event has been recognized by the American Cancer Society as recipient of the Nationwide Top Ten Per Capita Award for 2013. Very impressive, for sure! Thanks to all who helped in any way with the 2013 event. That was the past and now it is time to look to the future. As the American Cancer Society celebrates its 100th birthday this year, the focus is Finish the Fight! Therefore, Gonzales County team participants will carry out the local 2014 event theme of Come and Fight It for a Cure! with help from superheroes and their sidekicks. The 12th Annual Relay For Life of Gonzales County will begin at 6 p.m. on March 28 at J. B. Wells Show Barn. In preparation for the 2014 event, ACS staff partner Stephen Bedsole mailed out in early December letters along with brochures explaining sponsorship opportunities to last years sponsorship donors. Thanks to Holmes Foods, Inc., BYK Additives, Sage Capital Bank, Allens Body Tech, The Heights of Gonzales, Mercer Welding, Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual, 4L RV Ranch, and Perry Smith for responding so quickly to the call for action. These donors are definitely ready to Come and Fight It for a Cure! Several sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested businesses and individuals who want to make a difference in the fight against cancer. A gift of $5000 denotes a Diamond Sponsor while a gift of $2500 is from a Platinum Sponsor. Gold Sponsors are recognized for gifts of $1000, Silver Sponsors for $500, and Bronze Sponsors for $250. A gift of $100 recognizes a Turn-Around Sponsors name on a cancer fact sign placed around the Relay track. In-kind sponsor donations are also welcomed. If any sponsor from last year has misplaced the sponsorship packet mailed in December, please call Stephen Bedsole, ACS staff partner. Sponsorship donations should be received by February 28, 2014, and can be mailed to: American Cancer Society, Relay For Life of Gonzales County, 2433 Ridgepoint Dr.--B, Austin, TX 78754. Or the completed form and donation may be delivered to Patty Stewart, Gonzales Memorial Hospital, 1110 E. Sarah Dewitt Dr., Gonzales, TX 78629. Thank you for your support of 2014 Relay For Life as together we work to Come and Fight It for a Cure! How will you help to Finish the Fight!?
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To look at her you would never guess that in a few short days, on February 11, she will be 100 years old. She is articulate and alert. She has bright eyes, and a full head of shiny hair of which I can only hope to have half as much of in a few years. She makes only light use of a cane. I told her she didnt look a day over 80, and I meant it. When researching significant inventions and occurrences over the last century, I was amazed at the list of lifechanging events Mrs. Cobler has witnessed: Two world wars, electricity, plumbing, cars, Prohibition, The Great Depression, radios, telephones, televisions, computers, internet, cell phones, fast food, microwave dinners, just to name a dozen or so. I asked her what top three events or inventions had the most impact on her life. Mrs. Cobler was quick to put electricity at the top of the list. Where she grew up, in a country home about 8 miles outside of Waelder, they had no electricity or indoor plumbing. That changed when she was fourteen and they moved to town. Second place went to indoor plumbing -- for obvious reasons. There was a tie for third place: cars, television, and the microwave oven. Mrs. Cobler continues to make good use of all three. Living alone with her cat Ms. Kitty Kelly, Mrs. Cobler still cooks and cleans on her own. When she mentioned vacuuming her place regularly, I suddenly felt guilty about the current state of my own home. With so much time under her belt, its only to be suspected she has a long list of accomplishments. During her
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short five-year marriage that ended in 1944, she had four children, three sons of whom are still living. She has five grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and five great, great grandchildren. She was a nurse for almost twenty years. Shes been a long-time volunteer at various organizations in the area, and a member of the Waelder New Millennium Lions Club for the last twelve years, earning both Lion of the Year and Achievement Award for her services. And now she can add living 100 years to that long list of accomplishments. I wanted to know how shes done it, and what I needed to do to live a long, happy, and healthy life, too. When I asked Irma Cobler what she believes has contributed to her longevity, she told me, Clean living, plain food, and no drinking. So far, Im on track with the 100-year-life plan. But I had to know if she ate sweets. She sure does. This was more good news. And thats not all that has kept her going. Besides clean living and plain food, she attributes her long and healthy life to staying active, a tight community of friends and family, volunteering, attending church regularly, and continuing to exercise her mind with games and crossword puzzles. Mrs. Cobler is a busy woman, volunteering four days out of the week at the Waleder Community Center, attending church every Sunday, and playing dominoes with the younger folks at The Heights Retirement Community. She is also a popular and charismatic woman. Two of her sons, Harold and Ernie, and her friend Sally, accompanied her to the interview. As people drifted into the community center, Mrs. Cobler paused our conversation to wave across the room to them. She has to renew her drivers license on her upcoming 100th birthday. This is significant because Mrs. Cobler still drives a car. She drives to town, to the community center, and to her son Ernies four miles away. Before you become concerned about Mrs. Coblers driving abilities, her son Harold was quick to assure me he and Ernie took her on a recent road test. She passed. Of course, shes been driving for 86 years so she ought to be pretty good at it by now. Just as I was leaving, Mrs. Cobler tells me she never remarried after her divorce in 1944. Not only that, but she hasnt accepted a date in the 70 years since and she is quite happy with that. Up until she said that, I was on track with the 100-yearlife plan as shed outlined it. As a single woman myself, one who has recently experienced online dating, I can say Mrs. Cobler might be on to something with that last item. In addition to the clean living and staying active, I think being single for more than half her life may also have contributed to her longevity. Now, where did my cat get to? Happy Birthday, Mrs. Cobler. May your light continue to shine for many years to come.
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The reaction to Cokes Super Bowl commercial is both understandable and mystifying at the same time. Coke is getting exactly the reaction it wanted with the commercial which interspersed scenes of white people doing white things while America the Beautiful is sung in English with scenes of non-white people doing non-white things while the song is sung in other languages. Those of us whove studied advertising grasp what Coke was trying to say: that the world can share the American dream. Unfortunately for Coke, the message was not received that way by an audience which has been increasingly polarized in recent years by divide-and-conquer racial and ethnic politics. Many on the conservative side of the political fence are exposing themselves as the linguistic xenophobes the other side has always claimed they were. And ignorant xenophobes, at that: They shouldnt sing the national anthem
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in any language except ENGLISH!, one especially learned individual Tweeted. (For those unclear, America the Beautiful is just a patriotic song, it is NOT the national anthem.) But Ill ask the critics: really, did you expect something different? Born in a tiny pharmacy in 1886, Coke got rich on Americans by appealing to traditional American values. Then the corporation found out that people other than Americans have traditions and money, too. Coke has not been an American company for more than 40 years. Remember the 1971 com-
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mercial, when a hillside full of hippies changed the words to Id Like to Teach the World to Sing slightly to imply that giving everyone a Coke would help create world peace? Coke went global in the 1960s and its advertising messages have consistently reflected that globalist world-view. The Northern Lights campaign featuring the animated polar bears struck across nationalities and cultures. The Coke Side of Life campaign from the early 1990s did the same with advertising targeted to specific nationalities and demographics, depending on where one saw the ads. More recently, Coke has been using the Happiness Machine advertising to attract a younger clientele again, with ads targeting different cultures in different countries, appealing to the new tech-savvy world. Nor is Coke any different than hundreds of other American companies including archrival Pepsi that have foregone
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Congress must take back its Constitutional power

On Tuesday, Jan 28 the national Tea Party Patriots blasted President Barack Obama for using his fifth State of the Union address to suggest his plan to bypass Congress through the use of executive action if Congress stands in his way. In essence, he was publicly proposing to ignore the U.S. Constitution. The same Constitution he swore to uphold. To hear talk of building on the success of using the pen and phone in 2013 by acting unilaterally in 2014 if Congressional Republicans dont fall into line is a mockery to our form of government, said Jenny Beth Martin, Co-founder and President of Tea Party Patriots. The three branches of government were designed to be equal so that they could check and balance one another, yet the President seems intent on making our great country into an oligarchy, and that cannot stand. When a president deliberately ignores the 535 elected federal representatives and cuts them out of the decision-making process in order to impose his singular will on the people of the country, there can be no equality because we have become subjected to his rule. It is the Constitutionallydemanded role of Congress, the Representatives of the people, to write
national loyalty to the United States in favor of loyalty to profit margins. Walmart almost singlehandedly keeps Chinas economy afloat. Black and Deckers American products? Made in China. H-E-B does as much business with Mexican farmers as it does with Texas farmers. CITGO imports almost all its oil from our good friends in Venezuela. We here in the States often wonder where our manufacturing jobs have gone and place the blame on labor unions and government over-regulation. Yet corporate greed is every bit as responsible for shipping jobs overseas or in some cases, importing workers from overseas illegally and employing them while those unlawful residents take full advantage of government programs designed to help citizens. The Coke commercial has spawned numerous calls for a boycott of Coke products which Ill estimate will last about as long as the boycotts of other
corporations which promote leftist agendas like Starbucks, McDonalds, Home Depot and Progressive Insurance. We Americans both conservative and liberal seem to have a problem with mounting effective economic boycotts; our pursuit of comfort and materialism always seems to win out over high-minded ideals and morals. The leftists couldnt shut down Chick-Fil-A over that companys stand on homosexuality, while conservatives are unlikely to dismantle the Girl Scouts over that organizations support of abortion. In the end, patriots upset with Coca-Cola over its commercials arent likely to do much more than increase its sales which is all the company ever wanted anyway. In the meantime, we in Texas will continue to sing our national anthem (Texas, Our Texas) in Tex-Mex ... and when we order a Coke, the waiter knows we mean Dr. Pepper.
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the laws and control the power of the pursenot the Executive branch. Apparently when the President said yes WE can, he really meant yes I can. We should remember that in 2007, the liberal The New York Times editorialized that defending Congressional authority should not be a partisan issue. The founders wanted a strong Congress because they understood the importance of ensuring that the most democratic branch have a strong say in how the nation is run. Where is the liberal media now? The Founders intentionally designed restrictions of government in the Constitution and placed power in the hands of a sovereign American people and their duly-elected representatives, continued Mrs. Martin. The American people must realize that the use of executive action, rather than the normal legislative process to legislate is not the American way. Thats not representative government nor a government by and for the people. It appears most politicians in Washington have failed to honor their oaths to uphold the Constitution and have failed to represent the American people. Texas Tea Party Patriots, and other grassroots patriotic groups across the nation, is focused on returning that balance of power and place it back in the hands of the people. We must call on the members of Congress to take back their authority and return this country to the greatness that stems from a divided government. They should not fear the Obama and his liberals who want to socialize America.
Wendy Davis, unplugged

Perhaps the slogan of the Wendy Davis campaign should be that behind every successful woman is a good man. The Texas gubernatorial candidate needs no introduction. Her filibuster of a bill to ban abortion in Texas after 20 weeks made her an instant star for progressives and much of the media -- because few things are as stirring as a principled stand in favor of nearinfanticide. Her personal Horatio Alger story also was catnip for the press, thrilled by the trajectory of the former teen mom who lived in a mobile home and eventually earned a law degree at Harvard. Given her enormous wave of positive coverage, its remarkable that Wendy Davis felt the need to gild the lily, but so she did. By 19, her website said, Wendy was a single mother. Actually, as Wayne Slater of The Dallas Morning News reported, she didnt get divorced from her first husband until age 21. She lived in a mobile home alone for a few months after the two separated, before moving in with her mom and then into her own apartment. According to her website, she got through school with the help of academic scholarships and student loans. This is true, but elides the fact that after she married Jeff Davis, a successful lawyer 13 years her senior, he paid for her last two years at Texas Christian University, and cashed in his 401(k) and took out a loan to put her
Rich Lowry
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through Harvard. The marriage eventually hit the rocks. He tells Slater: It was ironic. I made the last payment, and it was the next day she left. When they divorced, Jeff Davis was awarded parental custody of the kids, rare in Texas. None of this need necessarily be damning -- in any case, its not unusual for ambitious politicians to take advantage of supportive spouses -- but it wasnt the story Davis told about herself. In a profile last month, the Today show accompanied her back to the mobile home as if it were taking Abraham Lincoln back to his log cabin. Of course, there was no visit to, let alone mention of, the historic home in the Mistletoe Heights neighborhood of Fort Worth (in Slaters words), where she was living with Jeff Davis by age 24. When the Abbott campaign naturally seized on the Dallas Morning News story, Davis fumed on Twitter, These attacks show that Greg Abbotts completely out of touch with the struggles that I faced and so many Texans face. To suggest that Abbott is unfamiliar with struggle is offensively stupid. When he was a law student in his 20s, he was out jogging when a tree fell on him, shattering his spine. He spent months recovering in the hospital and has been confined to a wheelchair ever since. Supporters of Wendy Davis have risen to her defense on the novel theory that it is sexist to demand that a newly minted feminist icon avoid misleading people. For them, all that really matters is her abortion extremism. Everything else is a detail, including her life story. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2014 by King Features Synd., Inc.
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Or about how when youre a child, to stop you from following the crowd youre assaulted with the line If everyone jumped off a bridge, would you? but when youre an adult and to be different is suddenly a crime, people seem to be saying, Hey. Everyone else is jumping off a bridge. Why arent you? Steve Toltz, A Fraction of the Whole Its a quarter after who gives-a-hoot. On a Sunday. Groundhog Day. That happens to fall annually on February the 2nd of all days. When the nation anxiously awaits seeing if old Punxsutawney Phil is gonna see his shadow or not. Indicative if there is gonna be fair weather or the pits for the next six weeks. Speaking of six weeks, well, I have taken a self-imposed Sabbatical of sorts the latter part of 20 and 13 and through the first month of 14. A hiatus from a society I have been known to frequent. Devoting a void to other nearly-normal beings of an opposable thumb heritage. Vacationing from those of a tacky-and-pulpy idjit nature as well. Reason is is that I reckon that people are as predictable as the weather. No offense to the woodchuck and his projection. Let me attempt to explain. Perhaps youve heard of the movie Groundhog Day. If you havent youve been comatose for over 20 years. Its a flick from several decades ago featuring Bill Murray as a TV weatherman who finds himself living the same day over and over again. Now this film has been screened on television probably a gazillion times. However, I have never finished viewing it in its entirety. And I dont know why. Anyway, Ive watched enough of it to learn that the character he plays, Phil Connors, is more than a tad annoyed at having to spend eternity in the same place with the same people doing the same thing every day. And every day is Groundhog Day. Same old. Same old. And in todays society it is not uncommon for nearly-normal people to become regimented. Predictable. In cadence. Collectively stepping out to waltz in 4/4 time to the beat of whatever tom-tom is tomtomming. Its up in the morning and off to Stopping for coffee at the Dining in or dining out at Crediting the plastic at Answering a 5 oclock Pavlovian summons to sip the suds at And everyday is Ground-
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Jim Cunningham is a former longtime Gonzales newsman and the former interim publisher of the Gonzales Cannon. He now lives in the Moulton area.
Old school in Texas schools

This is an edited transcript of an interview with Columbus Independent School District Interim Superintendent Esther Chandler as heard on The News from the Camphouse on KULM 98.3 FM. Brune: Ms. Esther would you tell me your role at the high school? Chandler: Im the interim superintendent. Ive been here for 20 years. I taught Texas History at the Junior High, I was the high school counselor, then I was the director of student services, then the assistant superintendent, and now Im the interim superintendent. Brune: You were once in charge of curriculum, correct? Chandler: Yes sir. Brune: Okay, the topic that Id like to broach is the changes to testing in Texas education. There are different types of students. Some go to school every day, take up space, and eat their boogers. But then there are students that are focused. They want to make good grades. They want to go to college. They are practicing the formula for success. Is it unfair to these students that the state of Texas keeps moving the bar? The testing system keeps changing. Doesnt that discourage students from academic achievement? How do they know what is expected of them? Chandler: As educators we should always look at the students as individuals and find their God-given strengths. We may not all be math scholars. Its our job to help each student find their niche and gift, and, expand that gift to be good citizens and productive members of society. Brune: In the last session of the legislature the discussion about education was about eliminating much of the state mandated testing because teachers were being force to only teach towards the upcoming tests. Chandler: In my opinion, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) addressed global skills that werent specific to courses being taken. The STAR program which came in 2011 was course specific. It was content specific. That works better. Brune: Lets talk Old School. To me, the measure of a good education was how well graduates did on their SAT test. What we have now seems like more government in our schools. Chandler: Government has been in our schools as long as Ive been in education. Ive seen it wane, in my opinion the amount of government doesnt matter on political parties. Sometimes the government is very much involved, and sometimes, not much at all. In the old days education assessment, the level of the bar, was the SAT and ACT tests. But now we have kids that go to certification programs which allow them to excel in vocational fields.
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Herman Brune
Herman Brune is a freelance writer, radio personality and author based in Colorado County.
You dont need certain SAT scores. The campuses have skill tests. So, you cant judge a school district by SAT and ACT scores because the kids have more options. The issue is whether they are prepared for their post-high school education. Brune: So the high schools are more involved in vocation training or technical training? Chandler: Yes, 10 years ago there was a push towards higher academics including Algebra II, and higher math. The vocational classes which are now called Career and Technology were pushed to the side. Today its different and I appreciate and respect the resurgence of the Career and Technology courses. Brune: What about the kids who are college oriented? How do the changes in testing affect them? Chandler: The legislative session saw a lot of attention paid to over-testing. The high school bore the brunt of the changes. Now they must pass five end of course assessments whereas before they had to pass 15 assessments. The percentage of those assessments also changed. In the past, those tests accounted for 15 percent of their final grade. This was tough on students who were good at homework, conscientious students, but not the best at taking tests. Fifteen percent is a large percentage of a final grade. It also was perceived as having effects on class rankings and other factors of students grades. So, that percentage was dropped from 15 to five percent. Brune: I must go back to the Old School philosophies that I understand. When we relied on the SAT and ACT scores to assess the quality of a school districts education, we didnt have state mandated testing to determine if a student would graduate. Chandler: You are right. This whole testing scenario has been a long road. We started out with the Texas Assessment of Basic Skills (TABS), next we had Texas Education Assessment for Mastery (TEAM), then we went to Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS), next came the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS), and now we have STAR. We started with the initial test years ago, but they werent administered in the volume that you see today. When I graduated in 1977 we didnt have such testing. Education quality relied on SAT and ACT
Common Core dumbs down math

EDITORS NOTE: The following is an excerpt from Common Cores Rejection of Traditional Mathematics and What We Need Instead, a presentation by Dr. Stan Hartzler at the Educational Police Conference in St. Louis, Mo., on Jan. 30:
scores. Those were the tests that determined whether or not you went on to college. Brune: So what was wrong with SAT and ACT being the measuring stick? Were academic levels dropping that suddenly we needed state mandated testing? Chandler: Again my personal opinion is that the testing is overused. Our current test purveyor is Pearson Educational Systems. Theyre in Austin, and make large amounts of money off Texas school districts every year. Testing is a huge business. My opinion, we could go back to using the National Assessment of Education Proficiency and test random grade levels as opposed to the current repeated assessment system. Note that the SAT and ACT are national standards. Our kids take the same SAT as students throughout the U.S. The state testing only compares districts and regions within the state. But were going to do whatever the state makes law. Brune: We hear about the Core Curriculum coming from the current Washington administration. Whats real? Chandler: It is not implemented in Texas and I believe there has been state legislative guidance saying districts will not adopt the Core standards.
hog Day. In the interim at each agenda there is conversation. Minds made up so dont confuse anyone with the facts. Cocking an ear to talk that throws a fear into you. Causing one to have a concern if you could catch mad cow from just listening. Hostility oft times prevails. Cynical conversation railing against others and entities. Socializing among the sameness day in and day out. Judgmental and pious. Waxing snidely and bad-mouthing while expecting bravos from the audience. Should one pity poor Phil Connors and his exile in the hick town of Punxsutawney, Pa.? I think not. In my depleted little noggin I put truck in the thought that we all are stuck in an imposed rut. Infected with a societal sickness. Of same old, same old. Everyday is Groundhog Day. Our robotic brain bubbles being shortcircuited from an overload of technology, electronics, media overload. Very few bothering to bother with whats going on their own world but obsessed in overestimating whats going on in yours. Yep, been somewhat of a recluse the past six weeks. Its not due to the weather. Thats about as predictable as people. One day its warm and youre as snug as a bug in a rug. And the next its cold and you think youre gonna start feeling like a Fudgsicle. And its the same with the nearly-normal humans you deal with day in and day out. Some are apt to lend a hand and others venture into your busyness while letting theirs ricochet at will. Call me selfish. But Im gonna take care of my business and life before I fret with someones elses business and life and try to sidestep and not trip on the same old, same old. And if I come to that bridge Im not gonna jump, but burn it down the road.
Dr. Stan Hartzler
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What is happening behind the curtain? From previous experience with testing and curriculum schemes, it is not hard to ascertain what Common Core people are doing. They pretend to offer, at a price, access to the power of learning, but then withhold that learning and hoard the power. They first create a national panic, with scary content jargon, with premature placement of difficult topics and exotic examples, and with reminders that were behind other countries. Never mind that our students fell behind because of the last worthless but expensive response to the last panic attack. Second, with panic and jargon in place, Common Core people dumb down essential content in early grades, claiming to promote readiness and understanding. I will return to the issue of content weakness shortly. Third, the knowledge hoarders develop reassuring and foggy themes, such as real-world modernization and technological in-
Stan Hartzler is a former college professor of mathematics and is currently a member of the Luling ISD Board of Trustees.
novation. The fog will help hide or excuse the dumbing down of basic curriculum content. We clearly see the basis of this garbage: insecure human nature. Only insecurity explains why people posing as caring saints want to hurt children, and points to how we may eliminate such schemes, if, Lord willing, we ever do. The dumbing down of elementary mathematics content should be our greatest concern. Stanford professor James Milgram has expressed valid concerns regarding high school content issues. But even if the final Common Core State Standards address Dr. Milgrams concerns, students will come through elementary Common Core mathematics with inadequate arithmetic foundation, making high school experience difficult and sterile. A proper elementary foundation begins with numbers, including counting by ones, then by twos, threes, fours, and fives, and
fluent recall of arithmetic facts. Common Core people may claim that fluent arithmetic fact recall is what they intend by their vague language. But without clear statements, the standards are open to abuse by publishers. Then one of the most dangerous goals of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics will be realized. The original 1987 draft of NCTMs Curriculum Standards proposed delay of fluent recall of easy addition facts until second grade. ( When I protested, the goal was improved.) We know these things about fluent recall of arithmetic facts: Fluent recall of arithmetic facts can be attained by simply reading a set of fact statements aloud each day, and in first grade, both for addition and multiplication. Fluent recall of arithmetic facts enables strong understanding later. Fluent recall of arithmetic facts makes higher mathematics easier to develop and master. (The question is) why does Common Core call for delay? Also, why are the elementary mathematics vocabulary lists so weak? Why no telling time on a clock face to the nearest minute in first grade? Why delay identifying coins and their values? Why delay learning of traditional
arithmetic processes, all setting the stage for algebra? Why make arithmetic processes complicated and pointless? Is pencil-paper work expected? Or will schools cave to premature calculator use? Where do students learn to verify results without a calculator? Where does serious reading and writing numbers begin thousands, millions, etc.? Without these topical foundations, students are denied participation in daily use of arithmetic. Remember the name: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Those of you who once had the International Reading Association and the National Education Association on your radar, make room for another target. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics has long been subversively peddling junk philosophies and practices, and undermining effective strategies. One of the worst of the junk has been the impossible quest for magic learning approaches that will cement an idea in a students mind right away. Cognitive psychologists, who scientifically study how people learn, recall, and apply, know that each new lesson is but a first draft, and that this first draft is efficiently tidied up in subsequent days, after sleep has provided natural digestion of learning.
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Congratulations to the following GHS students who placed at the Shiner UIL Meet in Journalism: News Writing: 5th place-Megan Dickinson; Feature Writing: 4th place-Ana Bonilla; Editorial Writing: 5th place-Bryn McNabb (not pictured), 2nd place-Karlee Krum; Headline Writing: 4th place-Katie Bonilla, 1st place-Karlee Krum. Coached by Mrs. Krum
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Congratulations to the following students for placing at the Cuero and Shiner UIL Practice Meets recently. Cuero results- Brandon Page placed 5th in 9th grade number sense; Hayden Henke placed 6th in 9th grade number sense; Paige Glass placed 5th in 9th grade Calculator Applications. Shiner results- In Mathematics, Brittany Walker placed 2nd in 11th grade and 6th overall, Shenan Owens placed 3rd in 11th grade, Ashleigh Haub placed 3rd in 10th grade. In Calculator Applications, Stacey Havel placed 5th in 12th grade, Paige Glass placed 6th in 9th grade. In Number Sense, Joey Gallardo placed 6th in 12th grade, Nicki Schauer placed 4th in 11th grade, Brittany Walker placed 6th in 11th grade, Brandon Page placed 3rd in 9th grade, Hayden Henke placed 6th in 9th grade.
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Now, arent you glad you dont live in Michigan?

I am so glad that we live in South Texas. My dear friend Marcy lives in Michigan. The snow is taller than she is and the drifts are taller than there mobile home. Their temperatures are setting at zero and all of their pipes have been frozen. The wind chill is forty below. So their two sons had to come dig them out. Their only break in the temperature is that they may make it above zero and get their pipes thawed out. Now that crazy weather forecaster on Channel 12 is saying that we are going to have to go from 34 degrees to 35 degrees on Thursday. Now I know that man has lost his mind. I always did think that Mike Osterhage thought more about his hair than his brain. So it indeed a great thing that it is warming up today and the sun is shining bright.
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This next week Friday is the Fund Raiser Chili Supper sponsored by the Lydia Circle. It is held at the Monthalia United Church Parish Hall from 5-7PM. The menu consists of chili, tamales, beans, slaw, and a drink. An assortment of desserts will be available for fifty cents. (not ten cents) Oh the Girl Scout Cookies are out and for sale. Those cookies are the best cookies and of course it helps out our girl scouts. So find your favorite girl scout and buy some cookies.
PRAYER TIME: Judy Wilson, Rhonda Pruett, Keith Glass, Linda Denker, Case Martin, Landis Kern, Joe Kotwig, L. A. Lindemann Jr., Glenn Mikesh, Mr. Bill, Jesse Esparza, Louise Jones, Aunt Georgie Gandre, Bill Lott, Rosie, Mrs. Millie, Danny & Joyce Schellenberg, Sarge Dunkin, Aunt Frances Gandre, Bubba and Sarah Roecker, Lillie Lay, Joy and Kit Carson, Sandi Gandre, Aunt Betty Gandre, Rita, Teresa Wilke, Marguerite Williams, Marie Schauer, Diana x2, Pat from the Heights, Maria Castillo, Pats Bill, Bob Young, Bill Bassett, George Arnold, Esther Lindemann, Anna Lindemann, Shirley Dozier, Marilyn Qualls, Dorothy Svoboda, Mary Perryman, Bob Brown, Margie Menking, Phyllis Oncken, The family of Lanny Baker, The family of Vera Bell Smock and please pray for our troops and their families. Pray for RAIN. Linda Denker sent me an email telling me that they
are throwing a birthday party for Harrell Frederick on Saturday, February 15th, from 2-4 PM at the Lutheran Fellowship Hall in Gonzales. Mr. Frederick will be 94 on February 12th. Now turning 94 years of age is something to celebrate. Come on out to talk and congratulate him, eat a little bit, talk to his friends, and enjoy the afternoon. Dora Soefje called to tell me that Vera Bell Smock had passed away at the age of 97. She would have been 98 of February 19th. I told Dora what I remembered about Vera was all the freckles on her face and her red hair. Congratulations to Taylor Walker on his 19th Birthday. Mama Wilhemina was running around the food chain store gathering up all of the best food for the occasion. She was making sure that Taylor and his friends were not going to starve. It seems to me that she has managed to keep him alive and get him to this height and stature that she wont fail
him now. She also informed us that she has a beautiful daughter in the household by the name of Brittany who also has a birthday later this month. It is like this. Taylor and Brittany have the birthdays, Wilhemina gathers the food and birthday cake, and Richard stands out by the road with a sign saying Come park your RV. I need to pay for these birthday parties. And then what do you know: we turn around and there stands Chris Soefje pondering his grocery list. He always has No.2 daughter with him. She gets prettier every time I see her. We got an update on Papa Dennis. He, at that very moment, was out on the race track racing a car. He sold old blue and Chris said they thought that was the end of his racing. All of a sudden one day he up and says that he has bought another race car and he is going here and there. So now they have a hard time keeping up with Dennis, (which is great to hear).
We send sympathy to the family of Royce ONeal. Royce had hung on for a long time and had tried to talk to his friends and family even to the very end. You know some people have a love of life that they just wont let go of. Royce was going to live it until the very last minute. These two crazy black cats nearly fell out of the window a little bit ago. There are some bird seed on the ground and several birds decided to indulge in eating some seeds. First we are totally transfixed and then Pepe starts that tail going. It gets faster and faster and all of a sudden he leaps. He hits that window pane with his big old head kind of going bon+++ and Samson jumps because he is not expecting Pepe to crash into the window. That ends those cats bird watching. It is funny to watch to big old cats scrambling around all over each other. Try to stay warm. Have a good week. God Bless.
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The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, February 1, 2014 had on hand: 1,162 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady to very active. Packer cows sold $2-$3 higher. Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $245-$265; 300-400 lbs, $235$250; 400-500 lbs, $195-$225; 500-600 lbs, $169-$190; 600-700 lbs., $163-$165; 700-800 lbs, $151$159. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $100-$125. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $195-$210; 300-400 lbs, $185$190; 400-500 lbs, $168-$180; 500-600 lbs., $154-$164; 600-700 lbs., $147-$153. Packers cows: Good lean utility
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and commercial, $81-$86; Cutters, $87-$103; Canners, $65-$71; Low yielding fat cows, $74-$85. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $95-$116; light weights and medium quality bulls, $89-$98. Stocker Cows: $950-$1,600. Pairs: $1,050-$1,800. Thank you for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa. com! The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on January 28, 2014, 585, week ago, 1,947; year ago, 1,257. Icy weather limited receipts strong in all areas. Better quality calves in all weight classes sold steady to strong. Packer cows and bulls sold $1 to $2 higher on a very light weight supply with no good high dressing cows or bulls on hand. Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $80-$99; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $69-$80; light weight canner cows, $54-$69. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $103-$109.50; utility & cutter bulls, $95-$103; lightweight canner bulls, $84-$95. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; None; 200-300 lbs, $225$270; 300-400 lbs, $215-$255; 400-500 lbs, $185-$237.50; 500600 lbs, $172-$205; 600-700 lbs, $160-$187.50; 700-800 lbs, $148$157.50. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, None; 200-300 lbs, $200-$250; 300-400 lbs, $190-$227.50; 400500 lbs, $170-$202.50; 500-600 lbs, $151-$188; 600-700 lbs, $146$159; 700-800 lbs, $125-$150.
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The Nixon Livestock Commission Inc. Report had on hand, February 2, 2014, Volume, 541; Cows, 126, bulls 5. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $19 79 to $207 to $235; 300-400 lbs., $178 to $188 to $245; 400-500 lbs, $177 to $187 to $235; 500-600 lbs, $164 to $174 to $198; 600-700 lbs, $150 to $160 to $187; 700-800 lbs, $136 to $146 to $159. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $167 to $177 to $230; 300-400 lbs, $170 to $180 to $213; 400-500 lbs, $165 to $175 to $198; 500-600 lbs, $154 to $164 to $205; 600-700 lbs, $143 to $153 to $185; 700-800 lbs, $118 to $128 to $145. Slaughter cows: $67 to $99; Slaughter bulls: $70 to $115; Stocker cows: $900 to $1,475; Pairs, $1,335 to $1,535.
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Cuero Livestock Market Report on January 31, 2014, had 1,359 head. Had 148 cows and 19 bulls. The packer market was higher by $2-4/ cwt as supply is low and demand is strong. A packer cow brought over $100/cwt for the first time in a long time. The calf market was again very solid with some classes as much $4/cwt higher while some No. 2 calves were discounted some as to be expected. Still seeing a strong demand for anything that can be turned out on grass..Absolutely no weakness anywhere. Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $92$113; lower grades, $80-$94. Packer cows: breakers, $65-$80; boning, $65-$88; canners & cutters, $82-$104; light & weak, $38$53. Palpated, 32 head bred, $120$137. Pairs: (only two), $1,300 & $1,350. Steer calves: under 200 lbs, $250-$267.50; 200-250 lbs, $239$254; 250-300 lbs, $234-$254.50; 300-350 lbs, $237-$246; 350-400 lbs, $221.50-$246; 400-450 lbs, $189-$240; 450-500 lbs, $193-$232; 500-550 lbs, $183-$204; 550-600 lbs, $176-$193; 600-700 lbs, $158$194; 700-800 lbs, $158-$161. Bull Calves: under 250 lbs, $242-$300; 250-300 lbs, $234$258; 300-350 lbs, $228-$268; 350-400 lbs, $219-$250; 400-450 lbs, $218-$248; 450-500 lbs, $194$232; 500-550 lbs, $179-$214; 550600 lbs, $171-$196; 600-700 lbs, $158-$186. Over 700 lbs. bulls, $140-$159. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs., $215-$240; 200-250 lbs, $175$212; 250-300 lbs, $203-$236; 300-350 lbs, $202-$232; 350-400 lbs, $195-$232; 400-450 lbs, $182$228; 450-500 lbs, $171-$230; 500550 lbs, $166-$204; 550-600 lbs, $160-$1740; 600-700 lbs., $153$182; over 700 lbs, $148-$153.
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Recent W-1 well reports as reported by the Texas Railroad Commission for the period Jan. 28-Feb. 5: Status Date Approved 01/28/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/30/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 02/04/2014 Approved 02/04/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 01/31/2014 Approved 02/04/2014 Approved 02/05/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 01/29/2014 Approved 02/03/2014 Approved 02/03/2014 Approved 02/03/2014 Approved 02/03/2014 Approved 02/04/2014 Status No. API No. Operator Name/Number Lease Name Well 776738 123-33445 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) IMMENHAUSER A 6H 776924 123-33451 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) FIELDS UNIT 3H 776926 123-33455 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) FIELDS UNIT 4H 777297 123-32912 CIMARRON ENGINEERING CORP. (153446) THAMM TRUST 1 774228 123-33413 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION (301287) ORO NEGRO UNIT 3 13H 774230 123-33412 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION (301287) ORO NEGRO UNIT 3 14H 774234 123-33415 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION (301287) ORO NEGRO UNIT 3 15H 777465 123-33461 BURLINGTON RESOURCES O & G CO LP (109333) MAURER UNIT B 1MW 776962 123-33456 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) CANTU A 10H 776968 123-33458 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) CANTU A 12H 776964 123-33457 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) CANTU A 11H 776976 123-33459 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) CANTU A 13H 777604 123-33462 BURLINGTON RESOURCES O & G CO LP (109333) RUCKA UNIT A 5 777676 123-33463 BURLINGTON RESOURCES O & G CO LP (109333) MAURER UNIT B 2MW 775180 149-33333 SANCHEZ OIL & GAS CORPORATION (747012) PROST UNIT O 1H 777257 177-33278 FOREST OIL CORPORATION (275740) FLOYD-PARKER 3H 776914 177-33276 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) KELLEY WILSON UNIT 6H 777248 177-33280 FOREST OIL CORPORATION (275740) FLOYD-PARKER 2H 763194 177-33005 FOREST OIL CORPORATION (275740) BOULDIN TRUST-ROWELL 1 H 777675 177-33279 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) BUCKINGHAM UNIT 1H 777236 285-33765 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) AMBER UNIT 1H 777238 285-33766 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) AMBER UNIT 2H 777338 285-33767 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) MARTINSEN UNIT 2H 777612 285-33768 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) BOCK UNIT 6H 776387 285-33760 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION (301287) MARCIA UNIT 1H 776387 285-33760 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION (301287) MARCIA UNIT 1H 777394 285-33769 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) THEILE UNIT 1H 777395 285-33770 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) LONG UNIT 1H 777427 285-33771 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) MARTINSEN UNIT 3H 777613 285-33772 PENN VIRGINIA OIL & GAS, L.P. (651780) BOCK UNIT 7H Dist. 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 03 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 County Well.Profile DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Vertical DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Directional DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Horizontal DE WITT Directional FAYETTE Horizontal GONZALES Horizontal GONZALES Horizontal GONZALES Horizontal GONZALES Horizontal GONZALES Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal LAVACA Horizontal Filing Purpose New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - Reenter - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill Yes New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill Yes New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill Yes New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - New Drill - Amend Depth 14000 14000 14000 5500 14000 14000 14000 17000 14000 14000 14000 14000 17000 17000 13000 14000 12800 14000 13500 10700 14500 14500 14500 14500 14000 14000 14000 14000 14500 14500
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Sanchez Energy reports reserves near 60B barrels

position to reach the high end or outperform guidance of 21,000-23,000 boe/d in 2014. Contributions from the Tuscaloosa are not accounted for in guidance, so success there will only increase the likelihood of the company outperforming guidance. Tony Sanchez, III, CEO, commented: 2013 was a transformative year for the Company. Our production and reserves grew tremendously as a result of successfully executing our 2013 capital plan and completing several acquisitions. Sanchez Energy was busy in 2013. The company made several acquisitions to supplement its acreage in the Eagle Ford and stepped out of the play for the first time by acquiring acreage in the Tuscaloosa Marine Shale.
Eagle Ford Shale Drilling by County

County LA SALLE KARNES MCMULLEN DE WITT DIMMIT WEBB GONZALES ATASCOSA MADISON LIVE OAK LAVACA BRAZOS BURLESON FRIO ZAVALA Pvs Current 31 30 30 27 26 27 25 25 24 25 20 22 17 16 15 13 10 12 9 10 10 9 7 7 7 7 6 7 6 6 County Pvs FAYETTE 5 WILSON 4 BEE 2 GRIMES 2 DUVAL 1 GOLIAD 1 LEE 1 MILAM 1 ROBERTSON 1 WASHINGTON 1 AUSTIN 0 COLORADO 0 LEON 0 MAVERICK 1 BASTROP 0 Current 5 4 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
Halcon Resources 6 Hunt Oil 6 Swift Energy 6 Rosetta Resources 6 Cabot Oil & Gas 5 SM Energy 5 Shell 4 Carrizo Oil & Gas 3 All Others 50+ Source: eaglefordshale.com
Sanchez Energys proved reserves are up 178% from a little more than 20 million boe at year-end 2012 to 58.9 million boe at December 31, 2013. Reserves increased as a result of successful development in the Eagle Ford and multiple acquisitions during 2013. In the fourth quarter alone, Sanchez grew Eagle Ford production 60% over the third quarter to 18,810 boe/d. More impressively, the company increased production year over year by 905%. A total 32 net wells were brought online in the fourth quarter 15 additional wells are in some stage of drilling and completion. A strong fourth quarter puts the company is a great
A few highlights from 2013 include: March 2013 Sanchez Acquires Hess Eagle Ford Assets for $265 Million July 2013 ZaZa Sells Eagle Ford Assets to Sanchez Energy for $28.8 Million August 2013 - Sanchez Energy Pays $78 Million to Acquire 40,000 Net Acres in the Tuscaloosa Marine Shale September 2013 Sanchez Energy Acquires Rock Oils Eagle Ford Properties for $220 Million October 2013 Sanchez Energy Increases Q3 2013 Production Seven Fold Over Q3 2012 Drilling in 2014 will be focused on operated properties and the company is moving forward with development at 40-acre spacing in the Cotulla, Palmetto, and
Eagle Ford Operated Rig Count By Company SmithBits no longer reports its operated rig count, but well have updated number for you from a new source soon. Until then, you can reference our numbers from mid-April. There has not been a significant change in the overall rig count since this date: Operator Name Apr-13
BHP (Petrohawk) 28 EOG Resources 25 Marathon Oil 18 Chesapeake 16 ConocoPhillips 10 Pioneer Natural 10 Anadarko 9 Lewis Petroleum 8 Murphy Oil 7 Plains Exploration 7 Talisman Energy (Statoil) 7 EP Energy 6
Gonzales County Records

Gonzales County Courthouse Deeds January 1-31 Hodges Construction, Inc. to Sheilah Kay Restaurants, LLC, w/d, 1.124 of an Acre (Pt. Lt. 7, RG 8) East of Water Street, Orig. Outer Town Gonzales. Escobar, Eduardo Xavier and Escobar, Nicole Dianne to Keen, Dennis Lynn and Keen, Shae Lindsey, w/d, 0.372 of An Acre (pt. Lt. 4, Blk. 13) Inner Town Gonzales. Kittel, Suzanne to Escobar, Eduardo Xavier and Escobar, Nicole Diane, w/d, 1.019 Acres (Lt. 4 & Pt. Lts 3, 5-6) Hoskins Addn, Gonzales. Toro, Gloria Reyes Luna, Rodriguez, Miranda Reyes and Reyes, Robert Joseph to Puentes, Ignacio and Puentes, Norma, w/d, Lts. 9-10, Blk. 54, Waelder. Brown, Evangeline to Tealer, Edwin Y., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 31.40 Acres, R B Green Svy, A-227. Hooper, Yvonne to Tealer, Edwin Y., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 31.40 Acres, R B Green Svy, A-227. Green, Curtis to Tealer, Edwin Y., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 31.40 Acres, R B Green Svy, A-227. Mathis, Jacqueline to Tealer, Edwin Y., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 31.40 Acres, R B Green Svy, A-227. Washington, Lisa to Tealer, Edwin Y., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 31.40 Acres, R B Green Svy, A-227. Grifio Partners Ltd., to Leal, Saul, w/d, 24.444 Acres, Richard Heath Svy, A-256. Collett, Courtney to Forest Oil Corporation, o/l, 100.44 Acres, J C Lowery Svy, A-317. Nixon-Smiley Consolidated ISD to Forest Oil Corporation, o/l, 1.00 Acre, John W. Nichols Svy, A-363. Holmes, Scott Alan and Holmes, Lori Ann to Holmes, Scott Alan (Trustee), Holmes, Lori Ann (Trustee), Scott and Lori Holmes Revocable Trust and Holmes, Scott and Lori Revocable Trust, w/d, 21.768 Ac & Easement D McCoy A-43. White, Travis Gordon (Trustee) to Moller, Steve F., Moller, Lesa C., Freed, Gerald M., Freed, Jan M, Beckmeyer, David R. and Beckmeyer, Leslie R., w/d, 166.29 AC No Survey Names. DuBose, Yvonne (Ind. & Trustee), Kardosz, Sascha DuBose, Ball, Candace Trust, Candace Ball Trust, and DuBose, Tiffany to 3DB Family Limited Partnership, w/d, 249.4 Ac (Less Easements), S Hendricks A-261, S H Gates A-228 & S Seely A-60. HEB Grocery Company LP and H.E. Butt Grocery Co., (FKA) to Gonzales Independent School District, Board of Trustees GISD AKA), Lts. 1-6 Blk. 27 Inner Town of Gonzales. Johnson, Emma Gailord to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Powell, Larry Eugene to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Raibon, Diane Clay to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Lamb, Geraldine Gailord to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Maines, Donald Edwin to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 1.52 Acres, Svy. Not Shown. Brzozowski, Elaine Marie Hajovsky, Hajovsky, Bernie, Hajovsky, Bernie, Hajovsky, Bernard B. (AKA), Collins, Jeanette Hajovsky, Ealand, Judy Hajovsky, Hajovsky, Lori, Barton, Bonnie Hajovsky, Hajovsky, David Wayne, Hajovsky Jr, David Wayne and Hajovsky, Danny to Smith, Gary W., w/d, Lts. 8-14, Blk. 5, Rivercrest Place, Gonzales. Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., w/d, 1.9024 Acres (Lt. 3, Blk. 1) Glass Estate Subdvn, Town of Gonzales Svy, A-25.
The Gonzales Cannons annual salute to the participants and winners in area livestock shows gets underway in February. Our Feb. 20 edition will feature the winners of the Luling, Moulton, Yoakum and Flatonia shows! On Feb. 27, well be wishing Good Luck to all the participants in the Gonzales, Nixon-Smiley, Waelder and Shiner shows, and our March 20 edition will include our salute to all the winners! Reserve your space now to congratulate the youngsters who work so hard on their projects every year! Contact Debbie or Dot at 830-672-7100 or by e-mail at: advertising@ gonzalescannon.com or dot@ gonzalescannon.com
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Gonzales resident and property owner Mike Hanson this week filed to seek the Mayors office in the upcoming city election. I am entering the Mayoral election because I think the public has become tired of the same Mayor and City Council people marching in to office without opposition, and then cancelling elections. I encourage others to step forward and challenge the other unopposed incumbents as well. The best society is one that offers choice and opposition to the status quo. The current City Council is not much more than a mutual admiration society
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that votes unanimously for ever increasing victimless ordinances and regulations that attack the private property rights of the people and imposing fines at a time when jobs are scarce. The benefit of such ordinances is minor compared to the loss of Liberty. Once it is publicly accepted the moral busybodies at city hall are your masters, while punishing the public for living their lives, there will be no aspect of their personal lives that will be off limits to the controllers. Come and Take It isnt just a festival or a slogan. Its about standing up to freedom stealing government.
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Mike Hanson files in his paperwork with City Secretary Kristina Vega to seek the office of Mayor of Gonzales. Hanson said he decided to enter the race because we have too many laws. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
city a lot more revenue than anticipated. The hotel-motel tax, for example, is expected to be double what was anticipated this year, while sales-tax revenues are expected to be above what was budgeted. Council also gave a green light Tuesday to engage realtor Jeff Dolezal of ColwellBanker Ron Brown to handle the sale of city-owned property which could generate oil revenues as well. Steve Hendershot, a member of the JB Wells Advisory Board, saluted the move to proceed with the plans. This park brings people to town, Hendershot said. Weve outgrown some of the facilities. We need a large place for people to meet. Richard Tiller of the Tourism Committee said some of his groups members were taken aback by the priority being given to the center. It would have been helpful to get community comments before we move forward with projects, he said. Much of the expansion at the park in rcent years has involved facilities to host a growing number of rodeo and livestockrelated events, as well as expansion of space for recreational vehicles associated with the ongoing oil boom. During its last meeting, however, Council approved the demolition of the old Wells Lodge at the site as a precursor to launching the exposition center project. Community member JoAnn Liefeste
told council she hopes the facility will incorporate JB Wells wish that the park include some type of monument honoring his parents and that the expo center will include an area to display parts of Wells collection of memorabilia. Ive always spoken against the expansion of JB Wells Park, but tonight Im here to support it, she said. The Council also approved the start of the second phase of waste water renovations at Independence Park. Public Works Director Keith Schauer told the council this portion of the project will provide sewer services and restroom facilities to the Old Brickyard and soccer fields, as well as tying those facilities in to the sewer line servicing the Little League Field and pool. Council also approved notifying Republic Waste of the citys intention to solicit bids for waste collection. A previous contract with the city required the notification and when council did not react in time in 2010, the contract had automatically renewed. Council members also approved delaying a planned rate increase from Texas Gas Company. Texas Gas has applied for a Gas Reliable Infrastructure Program rate increase which would hike residential bills by about 14 percent and the bills for businesses about 30 percent. The Council cannot prevent the increase, but Tuesdays action authorizes further study of the increase until April, when residential use tends to be lower.
Gonzales Police Department news release for the week of Feb. 3: 01/20/2014 Marcus Glenn Neeley 26 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Delivery Of Marijuana, Unlawful Carrying Weapon, And Drving While License Invalid At 3300 Blk Hwy 90-A. 01/20/2014 Reported Theft At 1800 Blk Huisache St. 01/23/2014 Reported Hit And Run Accident At 90-A And Church St. 01/27/2014 Reported Harassment At 700 Blk St. Paul St. 01/27/2014 Reported Burglary Habitation At 1200 Blk St. Andrew St. 01/28/2014 Reported Forgery, Passing A Counterfeit $100.00 Bill, At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 01/29/2014 Reported Theft At 1300 Blk Seydler St. 01/29/2014 Reported Theft At 2000 Blk Zint St.
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01/29/2014 Reported Theft At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 01/31/2014 Ralph Bonds 39 Of Shiner Tx Arrested And Charged With Failure To Identify And Outstanding Warrants At 400 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 01/31/2014 Eric Lee Ornales 31 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Driving While Intoxicated And Possession Of Marijuana At 2400 Blk Church St. 01/31/2014 Reported Theft At 1300 Blk St. Louis St. 01/31/2014 Juan Izaguirre 20 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Failure To Identify At Tate And St. Joseph St. 01/31/2014 Reported Burglary Of A Building At 300 Blk St. Andrew St. 02/02/2014 Reported Assault At 1800 Blk Church St. 02/03/2014 Reported Burglary Habitation At 2100 Blk Harwood Rd.
Gonzales Co. Sheriffs Report

Gonzales County Sheriffs Office report for Jan. 26-Feb. 1: 01/26/14 Fotjik, Dennis Wayne, 01/1971, Waelder. Unlawful Possession Firearm by Felon. Released on $5,000 Bond. 01/27/14 Mejia, Cynthia Moreno, 11/1972, Nixon. Public Intoxication. Released on Order to Appear. Rodriguez, Rodrigo, 04/1993, Luling. Commitment/Sentence Possession of Marijuana <2 oz. Remains in Custody. 01/29/14 Salazar, Tino, 09/1963, Saginaw. Local Warrant Driving while Intoxicated 3rd or More. Requires $150,000. Remains in Custody. 01/30/14 Jalufka, Frank Jacob, Jr., 04/1972, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Driving while Intoxicated 3rd or More. Remains In Custody. 01/31/14 Beene, Roger Dale, Jr., 12/1975, Gonzales. Theft Stolen property >$20K <$100 K. Released on $10,000 Bond. Possession of Drug/Narcotic Paraphernalia. Released on Order to Appear. Malatek, Shawn Thomas, 03/1975, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Driving while Intoxicated. Released Weekender/ Work Release. DeWitt County Warrant Theft of Property >$20K <$500 by Check. Released on $1,000 bond. Joshua, Kevin Tyrone, 08/1977, New Braunfels. Commitment/Sentence Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence Released Weekender/Work Release. Hamilton, Lile Kent, Jr., 01/1979, Nixon. DeWitt County Warrant Possession Controlled Substance PG 1 <1G. Transfer to DeWitt County. Possession of Drug/Narcotic Paraphernalia. Released on Order to Appear. Total Arrest, Court Commitments, other agency arrest and processings: GCSO 09 DPS 08 GPD 07 WPD 00 NPD 02 Constable 00 DWCSO 00 DEA 00 TPW 00 GCAI 00 Total 26
CITY: OKs billboard adverts

expressed their view that billboards could help drive tourist traffic to the city better than some other forms of advertising. The council took no action, however, on a proposal to spend $5,490 on advertising in True West magazine and to expend an
SHIELD: Growth continuing

additional $5,000 to help complete the signage for the Old Jail Museum and Texas Historic Museum District. Among other projects to be considered by GEDC and the Council in future meetings will be a request for a $100,000 loan from Baker Boys BBQ, which plans to open a restaurant at 1404 Searah DeWitt Dr.
RELAY: Sponsorships available

weapons classic to a specific era and participants get a chance to fire all of them at the range. Harrington has become a very outspoken proponent of the Second Amendment, and says his only regret is that in getting Shield Tactical established he hasnt been able to get as involved in as many events in the community as hed like. Theres been so much going on its been difficult to come up for air, he said. Id like to get more physically involved in the com-
munity. Harrington said that a visit to Pioneer Village in Gonzales remains a highlight of his boyhood, and he was happy to write a check for $700 to help fund repairs needed at the church building on the site. He said hed like to be able to get even more involved in the future. While highly-sought-after as a speaker, Harrington said he sees himself as a supporter, but not as a politician. After the (March) primaries, I intend to do everything I can to help bring the Republic back from the brink of peril, he said.
Foods, Inc., BYK Additives, Sage Capital Bank, Allens Body Tech, The Heights of Gonzales, Mercer Welding, Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual, 4L RV Ranch, and Perry Smith for responding so quickly to the call for action. These donors are definitely ready to Come and Fight It for a Cure! Several sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested businesses and individuals who want to make a difference in the fight against cancer. A gift of $5000 denotes a Diamond Sponsor while a gift of $2500 is from a Platinum Sponsor. Gold Sponsors are recognized for gifts of $1000,
Silver Sponsors for $500, and Bronze Sponsors for $250. A gift of $100 recognizes a Turn-Around Sponsors name on a cancer fact sign placed around the Relay track. Inkind sponsor donations are also welcomed. If any sponsor from last year has misplaced the sponsorship packet mailed in December, please call Stephen Bedsole, ACS staff partner. Sponsorship donations should be received by February 28, 2014, and can be mailed to: American Cancer Society, Relay For Life of Gonzales County, 2433 Ridgepoint Dr.--B, Austin, TX 78754. Or the completed form and donation may be delivered to Patty Stewart, Gonzales Memorial Hospital, 1110 E. Sarah Dewitt Dr., Gonzales, TX 78629.
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Marty & Kathy Gabler will minister at Gonzales Family Church, 320 Saint James Street, Gonzales, Texas on February 9th at 10:30 a.m. Marty and Kathy Gabler traveled as evangelists for seven years. Marty served in a pastoral capacity for
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eight years, and now heads up SEEC Ministries International which provides equipping opportunities in the form of teaching, conferences, seminars and publishing. Marty and Kathy travel internationally as well as domestically. They have ministered in Spain, Guate-
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mala, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Mexico and Africa. Marty has written four books, one of which is Why Sheep Have Short Legs and has written a two volume Prophetic and Ministry Study Manual. He is editor of SEEC Magazine, a bi-monthly publication and has earned a Masters Degree in Biblical Studies. He and his wife minister in conferences, seminars and in local churches. Kathy Gabler is a teacher and writer. She ministers with her husband, Marty as co-laborer in S.E.E.C. Ministries International (Strengthen, Encourage, Equip, Church Ministries) and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in CrossCultural Communications. Her growing seasons as wife, mother, elementary teacher and Office Manager culminate in a heart for prophetic teaching and intercession. Kathy speaks in conferences, seminars and local churches at home and abroad. She moves in the gift of prophecy and is used in the interpretation of dreams. Kathy is the author of two books: Getting To The Heart of Dreams and Visions, Dreams and Intercession.
Remodeling continues on several buildings in the downtown area of Gonzales. Above, workmen begin disassembling the facade of the building at the northeast corner of St. Joseph and St. George. At right, renovation of the Alcalde Hotel is underway to create a historical hotel with 14 regular rooms, four suites and a bar/grill on the first floor. (Photos by Mark Lube)
Army Enlistee
Jenna Dominguez, a Senior at Gonzales High School took her oath of enlistment into the U.S. Army last week Wednesday at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio. Dominguez will be attending basic training at Ford Leonard Wood, Mo. She is scheduled to leave July 14.
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Outgoing Chamber president Sascha Kardosz and incoming President Chrissy ONeal present the Walshak Lifetime Achievement Award to family members of the late Louis Kuntschik: Jacque Kuntschik, daughter, DeEtte Kuntschik and , The theme for the evening was Remember When, and attendees were only too Brett Allen Kuntschik and his wife Deidra all of Gonzales and his brother and happy to don costumes for a trip to the antique photo booth. sister-in-law, Lawrence and Kathy Kuntschik.
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The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce and Agricultures annual banquet welcomed its largest crowd ever Friday at the Victoria College campus. The annual David B. Walshak lifetime achievement award was awarded to the family of the late Louis Kuntschik. Kuntschik was very active in community and civic activities and served three terms on the Gonzales Independent School District Board of Trustees. He was also active in the 4H and FFA stock shows for more than 30 years and was instrumental in making the J B Wells Arena and Show Barn in Gonzales a successful reality. In February of 2011, he was recognized as Farm Bureau Texan of the Week for his support and contribution to the Gonzales Community. He was a Lifetime Member of the Houston Stock Show Association. As a member for over 40 years he has promoted and represented Gonzales County in every aspect of their Go Texan program, and served as Ambassador from Gonzales County and is a Lifetime Committeeman of the Houston Livestock Show Association. He served on the Board of the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce from 2006 to 2008 and was the Agriculture Committee Chairperson. He was an honorary member of the Gonzales Volunteer Fire Department, serving on its pension board and also served on the Board of the Gonzales County Emergency Services District #1, Gonzales Livestock Show Board, was a founding member of the First Shot Cook-Off, served as a committee member of the Joe Bailey Memorial Project and the Gonzales County Relay for Life. He was also a member of the Gonzales American Legion and the Gonzales Elks Lodge. He loved to play dominoes, and had played in the Hallettsville State Championship for over 40 years. He had played in many area tournaments over the years and the World Championship Tournament in Andalusia, AL. In 2012 he was inducted into the Domino Hall of Fame. He had honorably served 22 years in the Army National Guard of Texas, retiring as a Staff Sergeant specializing in food service. He had received numerous medals, ribbons and commendations. Accepting the award were family members Jacque Kuntschik, daughter, DeEtte Kuntschik and , Brett Allen Kuntschik and his wife Deidra all of Gonzales and his brother and sister-in-law, Lawrence and Kathy Kuntschik. This years Community Service Award was presented to David Thiele. Participating from the sidelines in the Eagle Ford oil boom is a great blessing for an oil man who has returned home to the land where he was raised, Thiele said in a message sent via e-mail I have enjoyed sharing with friends and making talks at service clubs and community groups. I send comments of appreciation for the Gonzales Rotary Club, the Gonzales Youth Center, the Gonzales First Baptist Church, the FUMC church, and the Gonzales Music Study Club where I have participated in service the past 30 years since my retirement from the oil industry.
This years Community Service Award was presented When shes not directing Chamber activities, Cham- Brin McNabb, winner of this years Leaders of Tomorto David Thiede for his years of volunteer work in the ber Executive Director Daisy Scheske does a pretty row scholarship, with incoming Chamber President community. good job of modeling shotguns Chrissy ONeal.
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Gonzales Jordan Johnson makes a field-goal attempt in the third quarter of the Apaches 52-38 loss to Smithville on Friday at home. Juan Arrieta (0) has his hands up to stop Johnson from converting the shot. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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A pair of All-State players helped lead their teams to deep playoff runs with a lot of contributions. Gonzales senior linebacker-offensive lineman JT Miller and Shiner senior quarterback/runningbacklinebacker Jacob Stafford. It feels good to win this after working hard for four years, Miller said. After missing the postseason in 2012, Gonzales had a 6-4 regular-season record in 2013, clinching fourth place. The Apaches were underdogs in their bi-district game against Bellville and in the area round against Fredericksburg, winning both games, 24-14 and 197, respectively. In the regional round, Miller and the Apaches pounded Rockport-Fulton 56-7, getting into the state quarterfinals for the third time in school history and for the second time under then-head coach Ricky Lock. The Apaches fell short to district foe La Grange 21-8.
We had a good season. It had its ups and downs, Miller said. But we came together at the right time. The Apaches ended the regular season with two straight losses, including the regular-season finale to a winless Smithville but really fought back in the playoffs. It was hard dropping two district games and to Smithville especially since they were 0-9. However, I think that game made us as a team come together for one of the best playoff runs in school history, Miller said. He tallied 155 total tackles and 27 tackles for loss, is a two-time All-State player and was named 26-3A Defensive Player of the Year. Miller played on the offensive line with 44 knockdowns and was a unanimous selection for First Team Offensive Line for 26-3A. Stafford, a varsity starter since 2011, has led the Comanches a little further each season until coming within two quarters of a Class 1A Division 1 title as Shiner was ousted by Stam-
ford 41-28 in the state title game in December. I feel it is a great honor getting recognized coming from a 1A school, Stafford said. I would like to give credit to the other running backs and offensive line. He said it was a season of ups and down for the Comanches. Up until district, we were not sure of our identity, Stafford said. It was not until the second playoff game against Mason, in the cold weather. Getting that win showed us we knew how to compete. Playing in the state title game was a great way to end my career. He said he wanted to recognize the coaching staff and the fans for all of their support of the team. Stafford ended the season with 1,309 yards rushing on 210 carries and 21 touchdowns with a long run of 55 yards. Stafford played both running back and quarterback. He completed 28 of 65 throws for 557 yards, long of 51, seven touchdowns, two picks and was named AllDistrict Quarterback. He
also helped out a lot on defense at his linebacker spot where he had 77 solo tackles, 58 assists,one interception, seven forced fumbled, five sacks, six hurries and one block. Stafford was chosen as All-District Defensive MVP. Staffords head coach, Steven Cerny, was chosen as the Gonzales Cannon 2013 Coach of the Year for leading Shiner from a second-place district finish to the state title game. He said the honor was because of the hard work and effort by his players and coaching staff. Shiner had some tough games early in the season and had to do some evaluating following a district setback to Ganado. We had a gut check after we lost to Ganado, Cerny said. It just goes to show you just have to get back to work and stay positive. Work hard and stay positive Shiner did. After the district loss to Ganado, Shiner closed out the regular season with a 28-6 win over Kenedy, earning second place. The Comanches opened the playoffs with a
win over Santa Maria 4514 and got a 14-13 barn burner in the area round against Mason, their second straight win over Mason in the playoffs. Shiner met rivals Flatonia in the regional round and posted a 35-0 shutout. The Comanches then relied on their defense to edge Thorndale 14-10 in the state quarterfinals. This earned them a rematch with Mart in the semifinals, who had knocked Shiner out last year in the same round, 42-7. Shiner dominated in a 49-22 victory, propelling them to Jerry World for a chance at the state title against Stamford.. Shiner held a 21-7 halftime lead that extended to 28-7 in the third quarter before Stamford stormed back with 34 unanswered points. Playing in the state title game was definitely a great experience for our football program and our community, Cerny said. It was great being able to play in Cowboys Stadium. The experience will help provide motivation for next sea-
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Offensive Player of the Year: Jacob Stafford, Sr, Shiner Defensive Player of the Year: JT Miller, Sr., Gonzales Coach of the Year: Steven Cerny, Shiner Offense Quarterback Alyas Ramirez, Gonzales, Soph., 2,667 yards rushing 31 touchdowns. Also played running back. Will Bruns, Flatonia, Sr., 62-109, 921 yards, 56 percent completion, 14 touchdowns. Also played linebacker, 98 tackles, 1 sack, 3 caued fumbles, 2 recovered fumbles, 9 hurries. Trayden Staton, Luling, Sr., 126-of-222 for 1,933 yards, 17 touchdowns, 11 interceptions, 116 yards for 435 yards, 7 touchdowns, 2013 First Team All District Jared Venor, Cuero, Sr., 92-of-144, 1,383 yards, 63.9 percent completion, 14 touchdowns. Nate Kowalik, Hallettsville, Jr., threw for 4,200 yards and 22 touchdowns. Running Back
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The University Interscholastic League released its football and basketball alignments for the 2014-2016 school years on Monday and there will be substantial changes for several area schools. The UIL added a new classification, Class 6A which is what the 2012-2014 5A schools will be named. Every classification will move up one rank as well with the new Class 1A consisting of six-man football schools. Basketball-only 1A programs will continue to be in the 1A classification. Gonzales, Yoakum and Cuero will be in Class 4A (the old 3A) but will be in different divisions because of enrollment. Travel mileage for Gonzales fans will more than double. The Apaches were placed in 15-4A Division 1, with Rockport-Fulton and Robstown out of the Corpus Christi area, Beeville Jones and San Antonio-adjacent La Vernia and Pleasanton. The Bulldogs and Gobblers will compete in 15-4A Divi-
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sion 2, and will head south to join up with Sinton Ingleside and San Antonio area school Jourdanton. The Hallettsville Brahmas moved west into 15-3A Division 1 with George West, Goliad, Mathis and San Antonio Brooks Academy of Science and English. Luling was dropped in 13-3A Division 1 with Comfort, Ingram Moore, Marion, San Antonio Cole and Universal City Randolph The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs did not see a lot of change to their district as they will continue to compete with the likes of Karnes City, Natalia, Poth and rival Stockdale. Added to that district will be Hill Country school Blanco. For Flatonia and Shiner supporters, it is a good-news/ bad-news situation. The two rivals will be able to resume their regular-season match ups as they reside in 15-2A Division 1 along with Weimar and Schulenburg. However, both teams will have to deal with the high-scoring juggernaut of Refugio.
Moulton and Waelder basketball programs are in 30-1A with Burton, Dime Box, Fayetteville, Prairie Lea, Round Top-Carmine and Houston-area private school La Marque Premier Academy of Learning. The changes will slightly different for basketball districts. Gonzales, Cuero and Yoakum will be in 26-4A in basketball along with La Vernia, Wimberley, Geronimo Navarro and Comal Canyon Lake. In Class 3A, Luling and Nixon-Smiley will remain together in 27-2A and have Bloomington, Goliad, Karnes City, Poth and Stockdale. Hallettsville will reside in 28-2A with Rice, Tidehaven, Palacios and Industrial. The Flatonia and Shiner basketball teams will be in 282A alongside Ganado, Louise, Schulenburg and Weimar.
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GHS falls to Cuero in last home game

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and Kaelynn Sievers jumper was Cueros first field goal late in the quarter. The teams split the final four points as Sheridan Tate scored for Gonzales and Mary Kate Krueger connected on two free throws. In the second frame, Cuero continued to have problems on floor shots but managed points at the free-throw line. The Lady Apaches got two early free throws from Jordan Pitman and a basket by Smith to go up 13-8. Cuero stepped up with a 7-2 run to end the half, getting baskets from Emmarie Johnson,Martina Stavinhoa and Krueger. Cuero started the third frame with a huge contribution of points from Mathis as she made a jumper and then converted a pair of three-point plays to put Cuero ahead 23-18 as Gonzales struggled from the floor. The Lady Gobblers continued the run as Johnson made a buckt, Stavinhoa made two free throws and then a field goal. The run was capped by a basket from Missy Odom. The Lady Apaches came within 31-20 on the Tate basket and then scored six of the next seven points on free throws by Camarillo, and free throws and a basket by Hardy to conclude the third quarter. Cuero took advantage of production at the freebie line to go up 35-26 early in the fourth period. A three by Camarillo capped a quick streak of five points for the Lady Apaches as they refused to give up. The Lady Gobblers then scored four straight points. Later in the quarter, Claudia Franklin scored off the feed from Hardy but Cuero scored five of the next eight points to finish the game.
Cuero 47, Gonzales 38 C 5 10 17 15-47 G9 9 8 12-38 Cuero: Martina Stavinoha 3 8-14 14, Jaslynn Mathis 3 7-10 13, Emmarie Johnson 3 1-2 7, Mary Katie Krueger 1 3-5 5, Kaelen Sievers 1 2-4 4, Missy Odom 1 0-0 2, Kyra Johnson 0 1-2 1, Chelsea Veit 0 1-2 1. Totals 12 23-39 47. Gonzales:Renae Camarillo 2 4-8 9, Kelsey Hardy 3 3-6 9, Tajerrica Smith 3 0-0 7, Jordan Pitman 0 4-4 4,
The Cuero Lady Gobblers made just four field goals total in the first half of Fridays district game against the Lady Apaches but came out on fire in the third frame with six field goals and plenty of free throws to outscore Gonzales 17-8 and go on to win 47-38. Gonzales opened the game with a 5-0 lead on a triple from Tajerrica Smith, on the pass from Renae Camarillo and a putback shot by Ericka Hernandez. Cuero got its first point on a free throw and Gonzales got a basket from Camarillo to go up 7-1. Cuero just could not make shots as Gonzales applied defensive pressure
Sheridan Tate of Gonzales looks to pass to a teammate while being defended by Lady Gobbler Emmarie Johnson in the last regular-season home game for Gonzales. Cuero won the match 47-38. (Photo by Mark Lube
Gobblers outplay Apaches in district rematch victory

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The Cuero Gobblers avenged an earlier loss to rival Gonzales with a 64-49 win over the Gonzales Apaches Friday night at GHS Special Events Center. Cuero just flat outplayed us, Gonzales head coach Raymond Lopez said. The Gobblers had a good game plan. They ran fresh bodies in and out of the game. We just got tired and frustrated. Gonzales struggled with foul trouble, forcing Lopez to have to move some players around to different positions. They also had problems with ball security and easy points. We missed free throws and had turnovers, Lopez said. We have to play better. Cuero caused turnovers as they pressed the Apaches in the game. Lopez said he expects to see every other team in the district uses some kind of press system. The Apaches battled from a 4-1 deficit early in the game as Jordan Johnson passed to Alyas Ramirez for a score, Johnson scored after an offensive board, and a Tyshawn Erskin steal led to a Ramirez bucket. Cuero came back to 7-6 when Dmond LeFond took a pass from DAndre Gallagher and scored. Gonzales upped their lead to 9-6 on the Colby Cantu basket. The Gobblers ended the quarter with a 5-2 run for an 11-11 score. Cuero opened the second frame with an 11-2 , getting a contribution of five points from Colby Ebrom. Two free throws and a triple from Aaron Hunt brought
Gonzales to within 23-20. The Gobblers went on a 6-2 run free throws and a basket by Ebrom. Erskin hit a bucket to bring the Apaches to within 29-24. Cuero ended the second quarter on a 9-4 run to hold a 38-28 halftime advantage. To kick off the third quarter, Erskin got a steal and passed the ball to Ramirez, who made a basket and missed his free-throw attempt to convert the three-point play. Erskin later made another field goal to bring Gonzales to within 38-32. Gonzales continued to battle as they were able to get the score to within 43-36. Later in the quarter, Cuero took off on a 9-2 run to lead 56-41 to enter the fourth period. Both teams bagged eight points in the fourth quarter to end the game with the Apaches led by six points from Johnson and Ebrom dropping in three points for Cuero.
Cuero 64, Gonzales 49 Cuero 11 27 16 8-64 Gonzales 11 17 13 8-49 Cuero: Colby Ebrom 5 9-17 19, Grant Diebel 6 2-4 15, Dmond LaFond 4 1-3 9Hunter Fales 3 1-1 7, DAndre Gallagher 2 1-2 7, Justin Hernandez 1 1-3 3, Mason Holes 1 0-0 2, Jacob Stock 0 2-2 2. Totals 22 17-32 64. Gonzales:Jordan Johnson 5 3-5 13, Aaron Hunt 2 4-8 9, Tyshawn Erskin 4 1-2 9, Colby Cantu 3 2-3 8, Alyas Ramirez 3 0-4 6, Wade Miller 1 0-0 2, Joe Ryan Carrizales 1 0-0 2. Totals 19 10-22 49.
Gonzales Colby Cantu defends the basketball from being taken by a Cuero player during the Gobblers 64-49 district win on Friday. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Moulton squads get district wins with routs of A-T

The Moulton Bob Kittens defeated Austwell-Tivoli 51-38 on Friday and the Bob Katz got a 69-36 win. The Flatonia Bulldogs fell to Weimar 51-38 on Jan. 28. Weimar held a 15-9 lead after the first quarter and outscored Flatonia 13-4 in the second period. The Dogs scored 12 of 23 points in the third quarter and Weimar sealed the win with a 14-13 run in the fourth quarter. Casen Novak led Flatonia with 10 points, Will Bruns and Samuel Netro dropped in six points, Wyatt Wehmeyer and Jacob Barta added five points with Matt Rowel and Gus Venegas finishing with three points. The Dogs got a 49-42 victory over Louise on Friday. Flatonia grabbed a 13-10 lead after the first quarter and scored 17 of 26 points in the second frame. The Hornets managed a 10-8 run in the third quarter and a 13-11 in the fourth quarter but could not overcome Flatonia. Bruns dropped in 17 points, Novak chipped in 10 points, Barta scored eight points, Venegas sank five points, Rowell and Wehmeyer scored four points with Matthew Kozelsky added one point. The Hallettsville Lady Brahmas defeated NixonSmiley, 56-34, on Tuesday. Both teams netted nine points in the first quarter. Hallettsville outscored the Lady Mustangs 17-10 in the second period and netted 17 of 21 points in the third quarter. The Lady Brahmas held a 13-11 advantage in the fourth quarter. Emma Wick netted 15 points, Cassidy Targac scored 14 points, Heather Henneke put in 11 points, Kasey Hairell had 8 points, Cookie Silgero and Imi Grant each had four points. The Lady Mustangs were led by Tyhanna Mejia deposited 12 points, Alena Alvarez scored eight points, Brooke Hester sank five points, Savannah Martinez finished with four points, Lexi Trammell and Megan Guerra bucketed two points while Natalie Trammell added one point. The Shiner Lady Comanches defeated Ganado 47-35 on Friday. Amanise Coleman bagged 21 points for Shiner, Shamyra Coleman, Julianna Rankin and Kori Landman chipped in six points, Jennifer Hartl, Lena Kremling, Lauren Schutte and Madison Jalukfa bucketed two points each. The Shiner Lady Comanches defeated rivals Flatonia 45-27 on Tuesday. For Flatonia, Crystal Rodriguez scored 14 points, Dana Luck had eight points, Kylie Mica dropped in four points and Brooke Migl finished with one point. Amanise Coleman led Shiner with 18 points, Rankin scored 14 points, Landman netted six points, Kremling bagged four points, Shamyra Coleman contributed two points and Mackinley Pilat had one point. The Yoakum Lady Bulldogs clinched the district title with a 31-15 win over La Grange on Friday. The Lady Dogs led 16-9 after one quarter and outscored La Grange 7-6 in the second quarter. In a very strange occurrence, neither team scored a point in the third quarter. The Lady Dogs outscored La Grange 8-0 in the fourth quarter. Desiree Garza bagged 10 points to lead Yoakum, Jaccari Hights and Callie Witte scored eight points, Celine Markert and Paige Alonzo had two points with Beth Moelman finishing with one points. Hights had four assists, two steals and seven rebounds, Witte had one block. Yoakum won the junior varsity game 23-22 and fell short in the freshman game, 52-12. The Lady Bulldogs beat Giddings 54-34 in the regular-season finale. Yoakum led 19-8 after one quarter and 26-18 at halftime. Yoakum went on a 16-5 run in the third quarter and scored 12 of 23 points in the final eight minutes. Brown had 15 points, Witte scored 14 points and got two steals, Garza finished with 11 points and two steals, Hights had another 10 points, 16 rebounds, five blocks, two steals and five assists, ROUNDUP Page B3
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Hernandez, Tellez come in first at Seguin meet

The Gonzales powerlifting teams competed in their second meet of the season as they traveled to Seguin on Thursday. The Lady Apaches had Ericka Hernandez win the 220-plus class with a total of 935. Ashton Miller (181) and Gabby Rodriguez (220) were runners up in their classes with totals of 610 and 575, respectively. Khelsea Cray was fourth in the 123 with 520 and Alexis Cerda was fifth in the 165 with a total of 610. The Apaches had a class winner as Jaime Tellez was first in the 181 with 1,225. Alex Ortiz was fourth in the 132 with 820, Jose Contreras came in fourth in the 220 with 1,235 and Walter Hood followed him with 1,150.
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Chris Cantu of the Gonzales junior varsity team brings the ball down court in the Apaches home game against Cuero on Friday. Right, Aveayanna Goode directs a Gonzales attack in the girls JV game. (Photos by Mark Lube)
GHS netters play in SAISD, East Central tournaments

The Gonzales High School tennis have taken part in the San Antonio ISD and East Central High School tournaments in recent action. At he SAISD Invitational Jan. 16-18, Ryane Gilliam (girls singles) placed second in the Consolation bracket after losing to Hernandez from Eagle Pass and beating Rodriguez from East Central and Castro from Madison. She lost the consolation championship match to Ellen Guows from Pleasanton. Lucero Luna/Zachary Hernandez (Mixed Doubles) lost an upsetting match to Mendoza/Valadez (United Laredo) 2-0 to place them in the Consolation bracket. They then beat Teakell/West (Lockhart) 8-0, and lost to Cobos/Rodriguez (Uvalde) ,8-6,in a close match in the quarterfinals. Fernando Ontiveros/Shenan Owens (Mixed Doubles) beat Rangle/Bibb (Corpus Christi Moody) in the first round 2-1, but lost to Bejerano/Shed (Pleasanton) 2-1 in the second round of the main bracket. Logan Hurt (boys singles) beat Alejandro Huerta (Highlands) 2-0, but lost to Cruz (Eagle Pass) in the second round 6-0. Eduardo Ruvalcaba (boys singles) lost in the first round, placing him in the consolation bracket to Javier Chavira (Brackenridge) 2-0, he lost to Jorge Prado (Martin Laredo) 8-6 in the quarterfinals of the consolation bracket. Alex Finch (Girls Singles) beat Jessica Saiz (Uvalde) 6-3, 6-1 in the first round but lost to Samantha Banda (Lanier) 6-4, 6-1 in the quarterfinals of the main bracket. Eli Whitescarver/Rene Bibas (Boys Doubles) lost to Sarzo/Moody (East Central) 2-1 and then had a bye and lost in the consolation quarterfinals. Juana Sanchez/Kirsten Muenchow (girls doubles) lost to Moreno/Lopp 2-0 in the first round putting them in the consolation bracket where they then lost to Luna/ Lewis (Jefferson) 8-4. Alyson Solis/Katie Bonilla (Girls Doubles) had a bye in the first round, then lost to Leos/Reyes (Eagle Pass ) 2-0 and in in consolation, they lost to Coleman/Mize (Uvalde)8-3. Overall, this was a very successful tournament. It was very large, but our kids played well and were able to get a lot of practice, Gonzales head coach Sarah Kennedy said. Gonzales competed in the East Central Tournament last Thursday through Saturday. In girls singles, Finch beat Moreles (John F. Kennedy) 6-0,6-1, lost to Recio (Lanier) 8-6,9-7 in the quarterfinals. Gilliam beat Esparaza (Fox Tech) 6-1, 6-4, lost to Lopez (Jefferson)6-1, 6-2 in the quarterfinals. In girls doubles, Solis/ Bonilla lost to Ochoa/Mergele (East Central)6-2, 6-1, lost to Martinez/Gonzalez (Kennedy) 8-5. Hayden Henke/Matthew Grauke (Boys Doubles) lost to Barrs/Bast (Pleasanton)7-6, 6-2, lost to Ramirez/ Aranda (St. Gerard) 8-5. Hernandez/ Hurt lost to Pool/Rodriguez (Pleasanton)6-2, 6-3, lost to Chavira/Landeros (Brackenridge)8-2 In mixed doubles, Ontiveros/ Muenchow beat Vockers/ Eichman (Pleasanton) 6-4, 2-6, 10-6, lost to Kongglang/ Davila (East Central)6-4, 6-0. In junior varsity mixed doubles, Caitlyn Stern/Clayton Wilkerson lost to Zamora/Alaniz (Uvalde)2-0, beat Tovar/Martinez (Seguin) 8-3 and lost to Hernandez/Bell (Jefferson)8-0. In boys doubles, Dalton Couch/Carlos Mendoza lost to Eldrige/Stigger (Roosevelt)2-0, lost to Palacios/Rivera (Lanier) 8-5. Rene Bibas/Eli Whitescarver beat Herrera/Perez (Lanier) 2-0, lost to Stephens/Posada (Jefferson)6-0, 6-2. In boys singles, Robert Manford lost to Gandaria (Brackenridge)2-0 , lost to Dramiga (East Central) 8-1. Josh Landi lost to Gomez (Uvalde) 6-0, 6-1, beat Perez (Fox Tech) 9-7, lost to Jiminez (Jefferson)8-1 in the quarterfinals. In girls doubles action, Alora Rother/Chelsea McCauley beat Nguyen/Le (Roosevelt) 6-2,6-3, beat Gately/Alvarado (LaVernia) 2-0, lost to Evins/Freeman (East Central)6-1 in the quarterfinals. Allison Schauer/Karyli De la Garza beat Castillo/ Delgado (Pleasanton) 6-2,6-3, lost to Hernandez/Aguirre (Lanier) 3-2. In girls singles, Madalin Kocian lost to Kirk (LaVernia)2-0, beat Merril (Memorial) 8-1, beat Foreman (St. Gerad) 8-1, beat Nguyen (Roosevelt) 8-5, beat Bertini (Pleasanton) 8-4. Valeria Aguayo beat Mendoza (Brackenridge) 7-5,6-1, beat Contreras (Lanier) 6-2,6-1, beat Steele (LaVernia) 6-1,4-6,10-7, lost to Allen (LaVernia)6-2, 6-4 in the semifinals.
ROUNDUP: Hallettsville girls beat NS

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Markert dropped in three points and Alonzo had one points. Giddings won the JV game 33-25 and the freshman game 48-17. The Gonzales Junior High girls basketball teams hosted Cuero on Thursday. The 7th B team fought hard but came up short. Chelsea Hastings led the team with six points in the book , Lindsey Ramos bagged four points, with Kaycee Fink and Skylynn Williams dropping in three points each. The 7th A team defeated Cuero 2421 as Jordan Maldonado paced Gonzales with nine points. Kaylee Martinez banked in seven points, Destiny Hunt scored five points, Alyssa Deluna recorded two points and Yazlynn Mayberry finished with one point. The 8th B lost to Cuero but forth a team effort. Scorers were Jayden Eck-
ols and Sylvia Hernandez. The 8th A team lost to Cuero with and Sadie Villegas was the leading scorer with six points, Haley Garza sank three points with Cameron Kluting, Desaray Rodriguez , Isabel Martinez and Ashlynn Garner all scoring to points each. The Hallettsville Sacred Heart Indianettes routed Austin Veritas, 61-11, on Friday. Olivia Bohuslav led Sacred Heart with 14 points, Madison Etzler bagged 13 points, Julie Brown dropped in 11 points, Jaycie Orsak bucketed six points, Emile Mudd, Kaylin Dworsky and Emily Harper chipped in four points, Rachel Saulnier scored three points and Sarah Bluadu finished with two points. The Hallettsville Lady Brahmas scored a 60-31 win over Schulenburg on Friday. Emma Wick led Hallettsville
with 15 points, Heather Henneke contributed 12 points, Imari Grant deposited eight points, Kaymee Howell netted seven points, Kasey Hairell scored six points, Cassidy Targac added five points, and Cookie Silgero and Elise Rother had three points each. The Hallettsville Sacred Heart Indianettes picked up a non-district win against Victoria Cobras on Tuesday. Madison Etzler sank 13 points, Olivia Bohuslav chipped in 12 points, Emily Harper finished with nine points, Jaycie Orsak scored six points, Julie Brown and Emile Mudd had two points each while MacKenzie Bludau bagged one point. The Cuero girls team defeated La Grange, 5633, on Tuesday. Missy Odom led the Lady Gobblers with 12 points, Martina Stavinoha recorded 11 points, Kaelen Sievers
finished with nine points, Kyra Johnson sank seven points, Jaslynn Mathis bucketed six points, Mary Kate Krueger added five points, Chelsea Veit had two points and Emmarie Johnson netted one point. The Yoakum Bulldogs dropped a close district game to Giddings, 4341, on Tuesday, Chase Hermes bagged 13 points, Joe Mireles dropped in 10 points, Justin Brown scored seven points, Timmy Blakeney finished with five points, Casey Morrow and TJ Hights scored two points each. The Cuero Gobblers fell to La Grange 84-52. Colby Ebron led Cuero in scoring with 25 points. Grant Diebel added eight points, Justin Hernandez sank five points, Jacob Stock put in four points, DAndre Gallagher invested three points, with Zech Hopkins and Mason Holes chipping in two points each.
Most people do not equate the sport of softball as having playbooks, as is in football. This is a major concept first-year Gonzales softball coach Amanda Parsons has introduced to the young Lady Apache squad. They have been introduced to a lot of things that they have not had in the past, she said. For instance, we have a playbook that has bunt coverages, pick offs, first and thirdbase situations. The players are required to learn of all these things in the playbook before we took to the field for the first day of practice. Some high school and collegiate softball teams do make use of a playbook. I had it in high school (Lubbock Coronado) and in college (Lubbock Christian University). I know they have not had it here. Playbooks have been common with me but I do not know if they have been common with anyone else, Parsons said. It has been frustrating for the players to learn it because it is a lot to take in and learn. The girls have made an adjustment but are still learning every day. The more repetitions they get in following the thing in the playbook, the easier it will become. Gonzales will return sophomores Kristeney Magallanes and Tori Lester, junior Madison Musick and senior Cassidy La Fleur. Parsons said La Fleur is the only senior on the roster for this year. Gonzales will get players from the girls basketball team once their season in complete. Among those expected to join softball from hoops are Sheridan Tate, Sarah Swanson and Skylie Tatsch. Parsons said it will be some time before the varsity and junior varsity rosters are set. She said Magallanes will likely change from short stop to catcher, with Lester slated to handle majority of the pitching. She will be backed up by freshman Carla Torres. All of the positions are open and are not set in stone, Parsons said. The Lady Apaches are looking at having five freshman and six sophomores on the varsity, and will have time to develop some talented players. We have a lot of talent that is going to be here for a while, she said. The situation will require a lot from La Fleur. She knows she is under a lot of pressure, Parsons said. It is good pressure. She is ready for it and knows the girls are going to look up to her. They respond well to her. She has been a great leader so far and I will rely on her to direct the others when I cant, helping the younger ones learn the game. Magallanes and Lester will be able to help La Fleur lead the team as they know what to expect having been on varsity as freshman. Gonzales hosts Luling Feb. 11 in the season opener, and plays Industrial and Wimberley in other non-district games. The Lady Apaches will play in the Navarro Tournament (Feb. 13-15), Schulenburg Tournament (Feb. 27-March 1) and the Hallettsville Tournament March 6-8. Parsons said teams are limited to two tournaments and 20 regular-season games. She said she added a third tournament but in exchange had to remove three non-district single games from the schedule. Our three tournaments are going to be very good and very challenging, she said. Navarro will have 4A and 5A teams. That will be good for us to play that kind of competition. Four teams out of 26-3A will qualify for the 2014 playoffs and Parsons is expecting to finish in the top three. They got close last year with a lot of seniors. This year, we are going to be young and they have to decide now that the playoffs are in our reach, she said. We can achieve playoffs if we work hard and decide we want to win. La Grange will likely be the district favorite and the Lady Apaches expect Yoakum to be tough.
Gonzales sophomore Tori Lester takes some batting practice during a dreary softball practice session on Monday. Lester and the Lady Apaches play their first regular-season game next Tuesday at home against Luling. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Football: area players recognized for efforts

Continued from page B1 Terrance Hall, Yoakum,6-0, 175, Sr,82 carries for 548 yards. 6.68 yards per carry. 12 receptions for 134 yards long of 60. 4 rushing touchdowns and 1 2-pt, conversion. TJ Bell, Shiner St. Paul, Soph., 204 carries for 1,482 yards and 17 touchdowns Jonathan Vanak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, Jr., 1,245 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns. Marcus Coleman, Shiner, Sr., 193 carries for 1,392 yards, 7.2 average carry, 16 touchdowns, long of 66 Chad Neubauer, Shiner, Soph., 181 carries for 1,083 yards, 5.9 average carry, 6 touchdowns, long of 63, First Team All District Running Back. Jared Van Auken, NixonSmiley, Sr., 152 carries for 825 yards, 11 touchdowns, 5.4 average, Second Team All-District Running Back Kevin Martinez, NixonSmiley, Soph., 84 carries for 512 yards, 4 touchdowns, 6.1 average, District Newcomer of the Year. DAnthony Hopkins, Cuero, Jr., 273 rushes for 1,801 yards, 6.6 average, 25 touchdowns Receiver Miguel Resendiz, Yoakum, 5-9, 150, Jr., 17 receptions for 284 yards, long of 38, 1 touchdown. Marco Ynclan, Shiner St. Paul, Soph., 26 receptions for 304 yards and 4 touchdowns. Also played safety with 71 tackles. Gus Venegas, Flatonia, Jr., 29 catches for 514 yards, 5 touchdowns, 17.7 average catch. Also played defensive back, 36 tackles, 2 interceptions, 11 pass breakups. Samuel Moore - So. 11 rec. for 245 yards (4 TD) (22.3 avg.) (1st team all district receiver and 2nd team cornerback) Josh Alvarez, Luling, Sr., 23 catches for 484 yards, 6 touchdowns, 1 rushing touchdown, First Team All District. Taylen Moore, Luling, Jr.,38 catches for 717 yards, 8 touchdowns, 23 rushes for 208 yards, 3 touchdowns, First Team All District DAndre Gallagher, Cuero, Jr., 29 catches for 360 yards, 12.4 average, 1 touchdown Brenden Pupi, Cuero, Sr., 13 catches for 344 yards, 26.5 average, 7 touchdowns. Jimario Grounds, Hallettsville, Jr., over 1,000 yards in receiving. Also played defensive back. Trenton McGee, Hallettsville, Jr.,over 1,000 yards reciving. Tight end Colton Machart , Shiner St. Paul, Soph., 14 catches for 438 yards and 5 touchdowns Reed Rightmer, Flatonia, 14 catches, 222 yards, average 15.8 catch, 6 touchdowns. Also played defensive back, 59 tackles, 1 interception for touchdown, 8 pass breakups. Offensive Line Ricky Canseco, Yoakum, 5-9, 220,Soph.,Graded out at 88 percent for year with 8 pancakes. Gabriel Garcia, Yoakum, 6-0, 245, Sr., Graded out at 88 percent for year with 6 pancakes. Zac Perez Clack, Gonzales, Sr.,48 knockdowns, 1st team unanimous all-district Jordan Johnson, Gonzales, Sr., 64 knockdowns, 1st team unanimous all district. Also played defensive line, 106 tackles, three- time 1st team all-district selection. Travis Raabe, Shiner St. Paul, Sr., top offensive lineman for Cardinals. Danson Bludau, Hallettsville Sacred Heart,Jr., 2nd team All-State. Abraham Centeno, Flatonia, Jr., Graded 89 percent, 33 Pancakes. Tanner Pietsch, Shiner, Sr., graded at 94 percent on offense that averaged 311 yards a game, 47 pancakes, 35 knockdowns, First Team All-District Offensive Line Roger Miles, Luling, Jr., 6-2, 240, top OL for Eagles Kicker Edgar Maravilla, Yoakum, 6-0, 145, Jr., 31-33 extra points. 1-1 field goal, 23 yards. Jose Manzano, Flatonia, Jr., 35-39 extra points, 3-5 FG, Long 31 yds. Defense Defensive Line Jacob Linn, Yoakum, 6-1 200, Sr., 7 solo tackles, 32 tackle assists, 8 pressures, 6 tackles for loss. Trenton Bridges, Yoakum, 6-2, 215, Jr., 5 solo tackles, 42 tackle assists, 3 tackles for loss, 1 sack for 2 yards, 9 pressures. Wade Miller, Gonzales, Frosh., 80 tackles, all-district selection,great year for a freshman. Trent Janak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, Jr., 1st team all district Aaron Manzano, Flatonia, Sr., 41 tackles, 9 hurries, 5 sacks, 2 punt blocks Mitchel Mica, Flatonia, Sr., 50 tackles, 13 hurries, 5 sacks, 4 pass deflections. Dillon Kalina, Shiner, Jr., 39 solo tackles, 37 assists, 76 total tackles, 3 fumble recoveries, 1 forced fumble, 11.5 sacks, 2 hurries, 2 knockdowns, First Team All-District Defensive End Logan McMain, NixonSmiley, Sr., 41 solo tackles, 20 assists, 61 total tackles, 4 sacks, played offensive line, 12 pancake blocks First Team All-District Offensive and Defensive Line. Tyler Gibson, Luling, Sr., 35 tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, First Team All District Tyler Steffek, Hallettsville, Sr., Linebacker Chase Hermes, Yoakum, 6-2, 200, Sr., 9 solo tackles, 75 tackle assists, 8.4 tackles a game, 5 sacks for 32 yards, 3 hurries, 1 pass defense, 1 caused fumble, 2 recovered fumbles Ricky Camarillo, Yoakum, 5-9, 200, Jr., 11 solo tackles, 115 tackle assists, 126 total tackles, 12.6 tackles per games, 3 sacks for 8 yards, 6 hurries, 1 pass defense DJ Gonzales, Gonzales, Sr., -52 tackles, broke his leg in week 8 but still made 1st team all-district. Braden Jansky, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, Soph., 87 tackles, First Team All District Marcus Mica, Flatonia, Jr., 110 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 caused fumbles, 1 recovered fumble, 8 hurries. Also played running back, 93 carries, 487 yards, 6 touchdowns, 5.24 average. Justin Ramos, NixonSmiley, Jr., 80 solo tackles, 43 assists, 123 total tackles, 9 sacks, 1 interception for touchdowns, Second Team All-District Linebacker Zach Lawton, Luling, Sr., 56.5 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, First Team All District Justin Reeves, Hallettsville, Sr., Defensive Back Karl Kaiser, Yoakum, ,5-9, 165 Sr, 19 solo tackles, 42 assists, 61 total tackles. 2 interceptions, 5 pass breakups. Darrance James, Gonzales, Jr., 5 interceptions, 42 tackles, unanimous all-district selection. Also played wide receiver, 34 receptions, 1st team unanimous all district. Evan Wick, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, Jr., 1st Team All State, 118 tackles in 10 games to lead team.
All-Cannon Football
Ramirez James Gonzales
38.34 average, long
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Johnson
W. Miller
Moore
Van Auken
Ramos
Martinez
McMain
Earlywine
Neubauer
Kalina
Mraz
Coleman
Pietsch
Machart
Ynclan
Bell
Raabe
Hermes
Maravilla
Garcia
Linn
Kaiser
Resendiz
Camarillo
Canseco
Patek
TJ Hights
Tre Hights
Aaron Manzano
Centeno
Venegas
Jose Manzno
Marcus Mica
Mitchell Mica
Rightmer
Bruns
Alvarez
Coe
Miles
Moore
Staton
Gibson
Lawton
Jansky
Bludau
Wick
Vanek
Janak
Gallagher
Hopkins
Venor
Herrington
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Kowalik
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Garrett Earlywine, NixonSmiley, Sr., 70 tackles, 30 assists, 100 total tackles, 5 interceptions, also played wide receiver, 20 receptions for 449 yards, 9 touchdowns, 22.5 average, First Team All District Free Safety and Wide Receiver Keeton Coe, Luling, Sr., 38.5 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 2 interceptions, First Team All District Dalton Herrington, Hallettsville, Sr. Punter Sam Patek, Yoakum,6-0, 170 Sr., 31 punts for 992 yards for 32 average. Long of 54, 8 punts inside 20. Hunter Mraz, Shiner, Sr., 32 punts for 1,227 yards,
Utility TreVontae Hights, Yoakum, QB/SS/Returner6-1, 175 Jr. 98 carries for 1,425 yards. 7.20 yards per carry. Long of 72. 20 rushing tds. Passing72-141 for 1,072 yards 7 tds 1 interception. 2 receptions for 17 yards. Defense: 23 solos, 39 assists. 3 int. for 13 yards. 7 pass defense. 1 recovered fumble. Special teams---9 kickoff returns for 219 yards long of 71 for touchdown.
Honorable Mention Austin McCoy, wide receiver, Yoakum, 5-10, 160, Jr., 15 receptions for 216 yards, long of 57, 3 touchdowns. Timmy Blakeney, wide receiver,Yoakum, 5-10, 155, Sr.,16 receptions for 215 yards with 5 touchdowns. Played safety with 12 solo tackles, 33 tackle assists and 4 pass defense. Spencer Brandt, offensive line, Yoakum, 5-10,190, Jr.,Graded out at 86 percent for year with 4 pancakes. Hunter Lauer,linebacker, Yoakum, 5-11, 170 Jr.,10 solo tackles, 25 tackle assists, 1 sack for 5 yards, 4 pressures,4 pass breakups.
Caden Fishbeck, defensive back, Yoakum, 5-9, 150, Jr., 10 solos tackles, 40 tackle assists. 1 pressure and 2 pass breakups. Played inside receiver with 12 receptions for 201 yards TJ Hights, Sr., Yoakum, runningback-linebacker, 68 carries for 366 yards. 9 receptions for 155 yards long of 43. 10 solos, 28 assists. 2 tackles for loss. 1 sack 3 pass breakups, 1 caused fumble, 1 recovered fumble. Special teams---13 Kickoff returns for 288 yards (avg. 22.15 per return) Long of 51.
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LOST & FOUND

Missing Bull: White faced Brangus with black body. Left ear Tag 34. Lost around Thursday 1-9-14 on FM 1296. 1 year old. Reward offered for return. 857-6514. -------------------------Found: Female Dachsund, reddish color. Under 2 years old. Call 830-8574012.
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Lost: Black & Tan mixed Breed Dog on 11-28-2013 on CR 289. Answers to Bade has injured back leg. Call 830437-5402 if found.
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Gardeners need Black Walnut seeds for 3rd grade planting project. Need 2013 seeds. Call Nancy Fostes at 512-431-4444. -------------------------FREE GED classes, day (M T W and Th, 8:30 to noon) and night (M and W 6:30 to 9), Gonzales Learning Center, 1135 St. Paul, 6728291. -------------------------Job Corps is currently enrolling students aged 16-24 in over 20 vocational trades at no-cost! Will help students get drivers license GED or High School diploma and college training if qualified. For more info call 512-665-7327.
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MISC. FOR SALE

672-9307. -------------------------Low Boy Trailer. 5x10. $625. 361208-3565 anytime. -------------------------For Sale. 140 joints of 2 3/8 pip. $5,600 firm. 830-480-8098. -------------------------For Sale: Lincoln 225 Amp Arc Welder. $175. Call 830263-1511. -------------------------For Sale: Modern Coke Vending Machine. Cans, Bottles, adjustable bin. Bill changer. Runs great. $425/obo. 830-339-9087. -------------------------Juicer - Jack Lalane. Used 5 times. $60. Perfect condition. 830-263-2482. -------------------------Food Lovers Diet Kit as seen on TV. Meals, $120, will sell for $60. 830-2632482. -------------------------Beautiful size 5, Girls dresses, jeans, tops, leggings, etc. for sale. Name Brands. Like new. Very Reasonable. 830-540-3382. -------------------------New Crop Papershell Pecans available. In-shell, $2.50 lbs or Cracked, $3.00 lb. Contact Jason Pape, 830203-0084 or Jennifer Pape, 830-2030602. -------------------------Craftsman leaf blower. 200 mph air blower. $65. 361293-3565. -------------------------Antique claw foot
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tub. Pretty good shape. $200 firm. 512-656-0521. -------------------------Antique front door w/oval shaped window in front. $100. Came off old Gonzales house. 512656-0521. -------------------------For Sale: Dometic Retractable Awning for Travel Trailer. New arms. 20 ft. long, 20 ft. wide. $575/obo. 830-8575720. -------------------------Longwheel base shell, for pickup, like new. $500. 361865-3727. -------------------------Ladder rack for truck. Made out of stainless steel. $500.00. 830-6602526 or 830-5404063. -------------------------Good used 2 - 17 tires. 2 - 16 1/2 wheels with tires. Truck tubeless fits Ford, Dodge or Chevrolet -8 hole. Two bolt on bumper hitches with balls. One steel plate with ball for gooseneck hookup. Parking space for travel trailer. Electric & water. Call 672-2335 or 478607-1178. -------------------------16 Rim, 8 holes, 2 new 14 tires, 2 used 14 tire & rim, 1 used 15 tire and rim. Oak Dining Table. 361-594-4307. -------------------------Greenhouses for Sale, 30ftx100ft, as is where, you pick
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up, at Harwood, intersection of 90 & 304. Contact: 281788-7500. -------------------------National Geographics in leather bound slip cases. 19822000 & maps. Make an offer. Call 4372046. -------------------------Toro Weedeater, 4 string. $75. 361208-3565. -------------------------Restaurant Tables. Formica. 2 seats & 4 seats. $50 each. 875-3028. -------------------------Mens used jeans great condition. $5/ pair. 32x29, 32x30, 32x32, 35x30, 35x32, 36x30. One pair 32 waist shorts. Call 830672-1106. -------------------------Crocheted Afghans, baby blankets, single bed spreads for sale. Can choose own colors. Can come by or call, 203-1270. Green DeWitt Apt. #138. -------------------------Assembled Dora 20 bicycle with training wheels, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Used very little. $60. Call 830-672-1106. -------------------------HP 2500 CM Printer. Professional Series color printer. $25 obo. 672-7546. Arlene or Linda. -------------------------Electrolux Carpet Shampooer and 1 gallon Shampoo. $125.00. 830-8576705.
RUMMAGE SALE
Rummage Sale, Saturday, February 8th, 10:00. No Early Birds. 2122 N. St. Joseph, Pioneer Village, front parking lot.
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MISC. FOR SALE

PTO Irrigation Pump - New $3,500, will sell for $1,500. Call 830-263-4126. -------------------------Pickup tool Box for small pickup, $25; 5 HP Rototiller, Front Tine, $100 or best offer; 2 1/2 Hp Gas Pump, $50 or make offer. Needs TLC. 437-2232. -------------------------CASH REGISTER Samsung model #5100 Series. Programmable menu cash register. This register new sells for $695.00. Gently used. Everything works! Comes with box of ribbons! $175.00 obo. 512308-9648. -------------------------PARKING LOT STRIPER Rust-Oeleumbrand push type parking striper. Everything works. Several cans of paint included. $85.00. 512-3089648. -------------------------TV for sale!!!! Like new 19 Vizio digital, flat-screen TV. Seldom used. $80.00. Call 830-
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GONZALES GONZALES, TEXAS JB WELLS SOCCER FIELDS
Separate sealed bids addressed to the City of Gonzales (OWNER) clearly labeled JB WELLS SOCCER FIELDS, ATTN: CITY SECRETARY will be received at Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629, until 2:00 oclock p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2014, and then publicly opened and read aloud immediately. This project includes the grading of four soccer fields; approximately 690 cubic yards of excavation and embankment, installation of approximately 900 linear feet of 2 inch water line, installation of an irrigation system, and the installation approximately 1000 linear feet of 6 inch wastewater line. The project also includes installation and removal of temporary erosion controls and site re-vegetation. 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 200, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 672-1205. Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be examined and purchased for a non-refundable fee of $40.00 at this location. 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 OWNER 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. There will not be a pre-bid conference. Contractors shall make their own individual site inspections and/or investigations to make themselves aware of existing conditions/issues. Failure to make adequate observations, investigations and/or ask questions prior to bidding 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 200, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 6721205, by 5:00 oclock Monday February 17th.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GONZALES GONZALES, TEXAS 2014 WASTEWATER PROJECTS
Separate sealed bids addressed to the City of Gonzales (OWNER) clearly labeled 2014 WASTEWATER PROJECTS, ATTN: CITY SECRETARY will be received at Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629, until 2:00 oclock p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2014, and then publicly opened and read aloud immediately. This project includes the installation of approximately 482 linear feet of 6 inch PVC SDR 26 wastewater line, 978 linear feet of 8 inch PVC SDR 26 wastewater line, 830 linear feet of 15 inch PVC SDR 26 wastewater line with 13 manholes. The project also includes connections to existing wastewater lines, installation of new wastewater services, pavement repairs, trench safety, traffic control, and installation and removal of temporary erosion controls. 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 200, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 672-1205. Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents may be examined and purchased for a non-refundable fee of $40.00 at this location. 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 OWNER 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. There will not be a pre-bid conference. Contractors shall make their own individual site inspections and/or investigations to make themselves aware of existing conditions/issues. Failure to make adequate observations, investigations and/or ask questions prior to bidding 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 200, Gonzales, Texas 78629, (830) 6721205, by 5:00 oclock p.m., Monday, February 17th.
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CLASSIFIEDS
MISC. FOR SALE
55 Gallon metal or Plastic Drums. Volume Discounts. $5.00 each. 830857-4321. -------------------------For Sale: Custom made picnic tables; made with treated lumber, with bolts and screws - will make the conventional table with seats attached to table; will also make tables with seat benches separate from table: 4-6 or 8 foot made for your specific needs. Call 830-540-4776 or 830-857-3273 for pricing and availability information. -------------------------7 bags of shredded paper & various boxes. Great for packing. Call 830519-4176 (Gonzales). -------------------------Party dresses for sale: 4 short, 2 long. Purple, yellow, gold, blue green. Also jackets, mens jackets, overcoat, etc. Call 672-8034. -------------------------For sale: Singer Sewing Machine with pedal, table w/6 chairs, almost new, hand crocheted table cloth, large, white, antique 3 pc. Loveseat and other yarn crocheted items. Call 672-8034. -------------------------For Sale: Concrete parking curbs 6 long 6 tall plain or painted, 16 + 20 long concrete cattle guard bases. Call Vic for pricing, 6726383 or 857-3827. -------------------------Unicorn Collection for Sale. Call Frances between 9pm10am, 830-8576476. -------------------------1800S Double Barrell Shotgun, Remington $1,500. Call 512-917-4078. -------------------------Antique Straight Razor display case, 18x24 (Memorabilia). $695. Call 512917-4078. -------------------------Troybilt Trimmer with attachments (edger, tiller). 4 cycle, uses straight gasoline. $250. 361293-3571. -------------------------For Sale: ORGANIC
MISC. FOR SALE

EGGS. Free Range chickens. $2.00 dozen. Will deliver to Gonzales weekly. 830-540-3536. -------------------------Large shower chair. 19 color TV w/ stand, stand has rollers. 857-8090. -------------------------2 Lounge Chairs, 6 ft. tall headboard, bed frame, oak dining table, antique egg incubator, entertainment center, lamp stand w/ drawers, booth dining table, planter boxes. 361-5944307. -------------------------Large amount quality items. Everything $85.00; worth about $300. Health problems prevent garage sale. In Lockhart. Mel, 512376-9396. -------------------------Clavinova Yamaha Digital Piano w/ bench. Under Warranty. $2,700. Call 830-339-0111. -------------------------FOR SALE Used cyclone fencing and post. 1990 Dodge pick up with lift gate. Can be seen at GHA 410 Village Dr. Gonzales, Texas. For information call Jeanette Conquestat 830-672-3419. -------------------------Unique BBQ Pit, Stagecoach. Includes Electric Rotisserie $275. Call 512-917-4078. -------------------------Stain Glass Window, white tail deer. $275. 512-9174078.
FARM EQUIPMENT
Ford 8N Tractor w/ disk, plow, buster. $3,500.00. 361-2933571. -------------------------Want to Buy: Oliver 60 Tractor. V.A.C. Case Tractor. Run or Not. 361-293-1633. -------------------------5 Bale Hay King Trailer & Bale Flipper Loader. Load hay without getting out of truck. Video on baleflipper.com. $13,500. 512-5655927.
FURNITURE
glass topper and large wooded desk. 830-672-3626. -------------------------New Sofa for Sale. $250. Call 830-8759422, Luling. -------------------------Couch, dresser, buffet. $50 each. Call 830-263-1181.
AUTOS
pala for sale. 4-door, V6 engine, a little over 17,000 miles. Silver. One owner. Asking $13,000. 830672-3147. -------------------------1988 Saab 900 Turbo Coup Convertible. Top work but rebuilt clutch. Good buy. $800. 830-857-5927. -------------------------For Sale: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - $7,500. 2nd owner pickup with low miles, cold A/C, spray-in bed liner, grill guard, towing package and more! Call Lauren at (361) 648-5049 for more info.
MOBILE HOMES
for sale. From $2,500 & up or rent to own. Please call 830-4243600.
ROOMS FOR RENT

Attn: Oil Field Workers. Wymans Rooming House has 4 large furnished bedrooms for rent. Fully equipped kitchen, covered patio w/BBQ pits & much more. $375/ wk. 713-501-3416. -------------------------Room for rent for working person. 1BR/1BA. Quiet neighborhood. Call 203-7146 after 4 p.m.
HOMES FOR RENT

408-4198. -------------------------IN GONZALES - Historic charm, modern conveniences. 2BRE-1BA Duplex. All electric, AC/ Heat, insulated, ceiling fans, appliances. Carpet, vinyl, paneling. Tub, shower, utility room. Separate yard with sprinkler system, deck porch. No pets, no smoking in unit. $800 + deposit & references. 830-672-2227. -------------------------Nixon Area. 3/2, like new, CA/CH, washer/dryer hookups. $1,000 per month. 830-857-6921.
Call 672-7100 to place your free garage sale ad.
MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

Mobile Homes for rent 3 b e d ro o m / 1 b a t h , stove, refrigerator and microwave, fully furnished, ac/ heat, $695 a month, plus $675 deposit. 900 Old Shiner Rd., Yoakum, 361-5826593/361-798-0816 for more information. -------------------------3 bedroom/1 bath - $695 monthly, $675 deposit. Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Fully Furnished, Central Air/Heat. 900 Old Shiner Rd., Yoakum, 361-582-6593. -------------------------For Sale or Lease. 3 BR Trailer House, 2 RV Spots. Leesville. 830-433-0603.
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AUTOS
2001 Buick Regal. 4 dr. 109,000 miles. Very good condition. $4,000. 830857-3705. -------------------------2013 Ford Fusion. All factory warranties. $18,000. Lets Talk! 830-437-2046. -------------------------2007 Chevy Equinox, 45,000 miles. $12,000. 2005 PT Cruiser, Convertible, 100,000 miles, $6,000. Call 830203-0502. -------------------------Suzuki Japanese mini truck. 35,450 miles, spray lined bed, lifted, 4x4. Needs some attention to fuel intake, but should be easy fix. Great for ranch or hunting. $2,000. 361-771-5483. -------------------------2004 Nissan Altima, 3.5, 6 cyl, AC, Auto trans., power, cruise, gray metallic w/gray interior. One owner. $6,500. 830540-3382. -------------------------2004 Infinity G35, 95,000 miles. Leather seats, sunroof, great condition, new tires. 512-7754399. -------------------------2005 CTS Cadillac, 4-door, V-6. Brand new tires and chrome wheels. $8,800 firm. Call 830672-1106, leave message if no answer. -------------------------For sale: Merucry Grand Marquis. Metallic Jade Green Effect. 22 inch rims. C.D. Player. Runs great. $4,000. 830203-8841. Thomas. Serious calls only. -------------------------1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. Special Performance Coop. The LT5 engine is a 32 valve engine with a 16 fuel injections and twin double over head cams. Call: 830-540-4430. -------------------------2006 Chevrolet Im-
FURNITURE
For Sale: Sofa & Loveseat. Great condition. No smokers, no holes, no stains. $300. Very nice corner china cabinet, $130. Small roll top desk w/drawers, $40. Patio sliding glass doors, $45. Call Liz: 830-2632103. -------------------------Big solid oak lawyers desk. $50. 830672-3089. -------------------------Beds & furniture for sale. 512-656-0521. -------------------------For Sale. Antique beds. Came out of old Alcalde Hotel. Pretty good shape for age. Still looks good. $100 a piece. 512-292-0070. -------------------------Southwestern Kingsize bed w/complete boxsprings & mattresses. Good condition, washer/ dryer, never been used, Whirlpool, High table, ceramic, w/4 chairs. Loveseat, cloth, 3 tvs, 19, 25 and 32, color, white microwave cart with 2 drawers on bottom, recliner, cloth new conventional toaster, broiler, white day bed w/ trundle bed, both mattresses, white childs desk, chair, leather with foot rest. 830-203-8977, text or call. -------------------------3 latex mattress topper. Queen size. Like new, paid $300, asking $150. 512-921-2792. -------------------------Dresser, $50. Couch, $75, good shape. 1725 Seydler St. #26. Betty, 830-8574125. -------------------------Large Oak desk w/
HOMES FOR RENT

Quiet country home, trees, 12 miles north of Gonzales, in Saturn area. 3 bdrm/1 bath, central air/ceiling fans, carpet living room & bdrms, hookup for washer/dryer, has electric stove, screened back porch length of house, 1 car covered parking, yard maintained. No smoking, no inside dog/cats. $750 month/1 month security deposit. 713-
MOBILE HOMES
GRAND OPENING! Land/Home Packages. 2+ acre lots w/ trees! Starting at $79/ sf. 4 miles north of Gonzales! (830)6204500. (RBI36649) -------------------------2014 *NEW* 4Br/3Ba Modular. 2 acres Lots of Trees! 4 miles n orth of Gonzales! (830)620-4500. (RBI#36649) -------------------------Trade-ins & Repos Big or Small, We have them All. 800-3696888. Open till 6 pm 7 days a week. Fayette Country Homes of Schulenburg. (RBI 32896). -------------------------2014 Special - 4 bedroom 2 bath Doublewide, 28x72. Super Energy Package, 1832 sq. ft. Below 60K. Tierraverdehomes.com. Fayette Country Homes of Schulenburg. 979743-6192. Open to 6pm daily. (RBI 32896). -------------------------Used Singles - Special Purchase from U.S. Government Built to coastal Hurricane Codes. 2 or 3 bedroom models. 20092010-2011. Fayette Country Homes, 800-369-6888. Open 7 days a week. (RBI 32896) -------------------------Needed - Used homes, we will Buy or Trade for your current home. Fayette Country Homes of Schulenburg. 979743-6192. Open to 6pm daily. (RBI32896) -------------------------Belmont RV Park. We have FEMA trailers
HELP WANTED
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Positions available: CDL Bellydump Driver/Roller Operator Water Truck Maintainer/Heavy Equipment Operator Some experience required. Looking for productive team members with leadership skills. Class B CDL Preferred
FIREWOOD
MESQUITE BBQ WOOD FOR SALE in Gonzales County. All sizes and shapes, ready to use. (830) 672-6265. -------------------------Firewood: Pickup load is $60.00. If you haul. Delivered is $85. Call: 830-5404430.
HAY FOR SALE

We deliver good coastal round bales: $75-$100. Coastal mix cow hay, 1278 lb bales - $70. John Bankston, Milano, 512-455-6331.
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Prior food plant QA experience is desired. Candidate must have good verbal, written communication, and computer skills, bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Must be able to work at times in cold temperatures, work some evenings and weekends. Benefits include - Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, 401K plan.
Quality Assurance Tech:
Kitchen Pride Mushroom Farms

County Road 348, Gonzales, TX or fax resume to 830-540-4556/ email: hr@kitchenpride.com.
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An EOE employer
Water/WasteWater treatment Plant OPeratOr I WasteWater DePartment

Essential Job Functions:
Read, interpret, and update flow meter charts daily. Collect samples and perform tests relating to waste management (e.g. settlometer, centrifuge, dissolved oxygen, PH, chlorine, and sludge blanket). Prepare daily reports from data gained through waste management testing. Process sludge from wastewater by adding appropriate amounts of polymer, running it onto belt press to dry. Remove sludge using sludge truck to haul to beneficial land use site. Maintain plant grounds as required using lawn mower, weed eater and chainsaw. Clean and maintain indoor facilities (sweep, mop and perform minor repairs). Brush clarifiers and clean UV lamps weekly. Daily check bar screen and RAS, WAS, lift station and piranha pumps and clean if needed. Operate and maintain chemical feeders, pumps, and other machinery used to process citys water supply. Clean and maintain filters daily. Perform routine hourly water testing (Ph, Alkalinity, Chlorides, Turbidity, Fluoride, and Hardness). Monitor plant water and chemical meters and incoming and outgoing water flow throughout the day adjust chemical additive levels and water flow as needed. Log testing results and related information hourly. Mow and weed eat Standpipes and Water Plant Grounds. Clean and maintain plant, structures, and grounds. Unload and distribute supplies needed for water treatment. Is responsible for test equipment, pumps, tractor, loader, trucks Must observe all safety rules, report unsafe working conditions and Workers Compensation injuries to Supervisor or Human Resources. Perform minor repairs if needed. Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Skill in providing excellent customer service to persons of all ages, regardless of social or economic backgrounds. Must follow daily routine to monitor plant operations, but works independently to complete required tasks. Errors could result in monetary loss and environmental damage. Performance could have a major impact on the environment and on health of public. Must be able to communicate with persons from all social groups including; co-workers, suppliers, and occasional interested tour groups. Obtains data daily but is not responsible for reporting of the data. Responsible for employee timesheet, overtime authorization form, and fuel slips. Must refer to charts, technical manuals, state regulations, and maintenance manuals. If pumps break down, equipment must be repaired with the smallest disruption possible to plant operations.
Required Education, Experience and Certificates:
High School Diploma or equivalent, Basic waste water course as soon as possible, safety courses and lab courses highly recommended, Valid class C, Class B CDL within 1 year, State requirement: Class D License within 1year; Class C license within 2 1/2 years, Must be able to operate tractor, loader, and dump truck, Mathematic understanding is required. Must be able to pass criminal history background check, pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical. Applications for employment may be found at www.cityofgonzales.org or at the City of Gonzales-City Hall 820. St Joseph. Please submit applications- Attn: Laura Zella at 820 St Joseph or PO Box 547 Gonzales, TX 78629. Position will remain open until filled. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer.
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HOMES FOR RENT
1-bedroom country cottage. Located four miles west of Belmont on Highway 90-A. Partly furnished. Water and garbage pickup paid for. No smok-
HOMES FOR RENT

ing. No pets. $600 a month with $400 deposit. Credit check required. Call 830-379-0118. -------------------------Beautiful home for lease, 1527 Dono-
HOMES FOR RENT

van Street, 5 bd/3 1/2 bath, great location. 830-875-3315. -------------------------Home for rent. 507 St. Michael. 1,700 Sq. ft, 3/2. $1,050/ mo., $600/dep. 830832-3163. -------------------------House in the country for rent. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms. See to appreciate. Security deposit and one months rent. Oneyear lease. Call 361594-3233. -------------------------Attention Oil Companies Furnished 4br house, sleeps 5. Ready for move-in. Fully equipmmed kitchen, covered patio, fenced, lighted parking, individual air & heat, 32 flat screen TVs & Refrigerators in each room. Must see. 713-501-3416. -------------------------2BR houses for rent. No Pets. Month to Month. Call 830672-3089. -------------------------2BR/1BA country home. Fully furnished, nonsmoker. Hwy. 97W.
HOMES FOR RENT

$1,200/mo., $800/ dep. 361-772-7655, after 6 p.m. -------------------------3 bedroom, 2 bath house in Gonzales for rent. Washer, Dryer, Fridge, Microwave, Stove and can be fully furnished. Remodeled last year with new hardwood floors, Central Air, bathroom tile, 2 car carport. $1,000/mo., $600/deposit. 830542-9743. -------------------------Office Space w/Living area to rent in the center of town (On the Main Hwy). Call (830) 672-5738. -------------------------HOUSE FOR RENT: Must see!!! Charming 2BD/1BA remodeled house located in country setting at 7102 FM 2091 North (Gonzales, Texas); Approx. 10 miles from Gonzales. Spacious yard, shade trees, stove/microwave, glass-tiled backsplash, new laminate wood floors. Call (830) 672-3771 or (512) 938-9131. -------------------------ATTENTION OILFIELDERS 4/3, 2 Living areas around Waelder Area. $800/deposit, $1,300/month. Big yard, front & back. 830-399-5313.(0530-13) -------------------------Cottages for Lease. Fully furnished cottages for rent in Gonzales, TX. Includes all furniture, flat screen TV, linens, kitchen items & appliances (full-size refrigerator, range, microwave, washer & dryer). Utilities paid. Weekly Housekeeping Included. Month-toMonth Lease. $500 Security Deposit. Application Required. 1 Bedroom, $1,300/month, 2 bedroom, $1,600/ month. Call 830351-1195. Shown by appointment. -------------------------House for Rent. 3BR/2 1/2 BA. 1536 Sq. Ft., w/2 master suites. Perfect for oilfield executive or families. In Marion. $1,100/per month. 830-914-4044. -------------------------2BR/1BA house. 765 Sq. Ft. Large deck on back. $875/mo. Marion, TX. 830914-4044. -------------------------1ST MONTH RENT
HOMES FOR RENT

FREE 3/2s from $595/ month. Several homes available. www.silentvalleyhomes.com. Lockhart, 512-376-5874. -------------------------Cabin for Rent. 1BR/1BA. Secluded, in country. $100/ nightly, Mon.-Fri. or $350/weekly. Weekend rates vary. No smokers. Call 830857-0986 or 830857-1418. -------------------------Completely remodeled inside and out. 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Fully furnished. Rent by night, week or month. Fantastic neighborhood. Cheaper by night than hotel room. 672-5169. -------------------------3BR/2BA large house. Fully furnished, beds, linens, washer/dryer, cable T.V., stove, refrigerator. CA/CH. Great for crew. Monthly or lease available. Home in town, plenty of parking. 512-820-5461. -------------------------Charming 1/1 home on 2 wooded acs, w/lrg. deck in country, 77 North, paved road. $775/ mo. No pets/smokers. 512-415-6483. -------------------------For Rent: 2BR/2BA/2CG home on 183 N. $1,250/ mo., plus deposit. Call 830-857-4458 for information. -------------------------Motel Suites. 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews welcome. Call Mike, 512-292-0070, 512656-0521. -------------------------House for Rent. 302 Lancaster, Moulton, TX. Nice spacious 1BR home w/appliances & a large yard. Call for info. 832-633-3950. -------------------------Single Suite. Perfect for Supervisor for Oil Company. Full kitchen, washer/ dryer, TV/Full cable, wireless internet. No smoking inside. No Pets. Fully furnished and all bills paid. Private Yard/ Garage. Weekly, $280; Deposit $300. Call 512-292-0070 -------------------------Home For Rent. Country Home. completely remodeled. 2BR/1BA, CA, hardwood floors,
HOMES FOR RENT

roof for AG Project. Navarro ISD between Seguin & New Braunfels. $1,000 month, $1,000 deposit. 830-660-7351 or 830-822-5348. -------------------------ATTENTION OIL AND GAS PIPE LINERS - CREW HOUSING AVAILABLE Furnished with all bills paid -- Full Kitchen - Personal bedrooms and living room. WEEKLY RATES AVAILABLE. Please call Mike at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089. -------------------------MOTEL ROOMS AVAILABLE NIGHTLY RATES Single nightly rates starting at $35.00 per night. Which include A/C, Microwave, Refrigerator, TV/Cable and furnished with all bills paid. Please call Mike at (512) 2920070 or (830) 6723089. -------------------------3/2, like new 1,800 sq. ft. in Nixon. $1,000/mo. Call 830-857-6921.
COMM. FOR RENT

423-2103. -------------------------For sale or lease. 10,000 sq. ft. Bldg. with multi-level loading docks Prime location - with offices and separate garage. Call 830-857-5448. -------------------------For Lease: Small office space w/workshop located at 339 St. George. Recently Renovated, $400/ month. For more information please (830) 672-5580.
APTS. FOR RENT

tiled bathrooms, central air/heat, washer/dryer hookups. No pets. No smoking. ALL NEW! (512) 576-5868. -------------------------One bedroom, one bath furnished apartment. $800 and two bedroom, two bath, $1,200. Short term ok. Gym, wahser/dryer, internet, all bills paid in Seguin. Call Keith, 512-757-0280. -------------------------60 hotel rooms for rent in Seguin. Laundry and meal plans available. Call Keith, 512-7570280. -------------------------3BR, 2BA 1670+Sq. Ft. Upstairs apartment on Residential Lot in nice area of Cuero, $1,185/ mo. includes all Util. with cable and WiFi, fully furnished - incl. linens. Hotelstyle kitchenette (no sink or stove), but full-size fridge, microwave & Keurig brewer. Hot plate ok, outdoor bbq w/ propane & charcoal grill onsite. No pets. $750 deposit, 3 mo. lease. (361) 4841922, leave message.
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W. B. Farm and Ranch Supply

Dependable Inside Sales Person Needed
2031 Water St., Gonzales Tx 78629 NO PHONE CALLS
is now hiring for a
Building material knowledge, computer skills, and cash handling experience a must!
FOR LEASE
Land for Lease off FM 1116 on CR 309. 8 acres, all utilities, parking. Possibly for Oil Field. House on land )needs to be torn down or moved). 830-2037221. -------------------------5.5 Acres for Lease/ Sale. Cleared, water well, 3-200 amp loops, and 100 yds off Hwy. 80 w/good county road frontage. In Leesville between Belmont & Nixon. Will subdivide. Would make a perfect oil field yard or residence. Call David, 713-2521130 ; Peyton, 512948-5306. -------------------------Land for lease for oil field service equipment. Prime location. 4 miles N. on 183. 2 1/2 acres. Electric, water, parking, storage. Call 203-0585 or 672-6922. (TFN)
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Plant Openings Plant Palletizers & Cleanup Positions

Benefits include:
Vacation, Sick Leave, Hosp. Ins., Dental, Vision, 401K, ESOP. Apply in person at: Cal-Maine foods, Inc., 1680 CR431 or 748 CR 422, Waelder, Texas 78959. Mon-Friday, 7-4 pm. Telephone number 830-540-4105/830-540-4684.
WANT TO RENT
Looking for a 2 or 3BR nice house in Nixon and Leesville area. Call 830-8571658. -------------------------Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-2844255.
HELP WANTED
Opportunities at
Immediate Opening!
Great
HOME SERVICES
Lady looking for work taking care of elderly. Can do homecooking, cleaning, run errands. Have own transportation, References. 361-2128731. -------------------------DBK Advertising Local advertising prepared for you to mail. No payment till you see results (You mail). $25-$50. Call 830437-5142 or email DanielKeith667@ hotmail.com. Also National Businesses. -------------------------Looking for sitting job for a sweet lady in her home. Includes cooking and will drive for her if she needs me to. Can stay Friday night, Saturday night but must be home by Sunday at 3:00. Call 830-5193044. -------------------------Sitting at night taking care of elderly in their home. References, transportation. Call 361-2128731. -------------------------House cleaning services available. Reasonable rates. Servicing Gonzales and surrounding areas. References available. Call Barbara at 979-7778710 or email barbarajp30@hotmail. com.
Director of Medical Records

Full-time.
Associates degree in Health Information Management required RHIA or RHIT. Daily management of departmental operations. Knowledge of ICD-10 CM CPT coding, filing systems, computer proficiency, release of information, and chart completion. Competitive salary & full benefits available. Submit application to: Yoakum Community Hospital Attn: Human Resources 1200 Carl Ramert Drive Yoakum, Texas 77995 (361) 293-6172 (fax) Application available at www.yoakumhospital.org or Hospital. Equal Opportunity Employer
COMMERCIAL FOR SALE

Busy Restaurant with large customer base for sale in Smiley, Texas. Equipment included. Contact Nick or Doris, 830-587-6262, 210-373-6869 or 210-883-4271.
APTS. FOR RENT

1 BR cabin/apartment for rent. 400 sq. ft. Fully furnished with queen size bed, recliner, TV, microwave, small refrigerator. Free wi-fi and Netflix available. Secluded on 15 wooded acres with gated access. Ideal for 1 person but will accommodate 2 people max. $850 per month includes all utilities and weekly cleaning. One R/V site also available. $450 per month includes utilities. For more info call 830857-1418 or 830857-0986. -------------------------Efficiency Apartment. Lake Gonzales. Weekly and monthly rates. Utilities. TV provided. No pets. non-smoking. Bob. 830-2039790. Have pictures. -------------------------2BR Fully furnished. Covered parking, Wi-Fi, cable. 830672-6265 or 830857-4251. -------------------------BLUEBIRD LOFTS - Three units available, 2 bed/1 bath, $1,125 to $1,185/ mo., $1,000 deposit. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, hardwood floor, fully-
All Positions Full-time Part-time Flexible Schedules Competitive Wages
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

Office space for rent. 19x15. Private entrance, Wi-Fi, Electricity included. $500 a month. 512694-6430. -------------------------Office space for rent. 10x10 space in Nixon. Furniture included. 830-8576921. -------------------------Office Space for rent. 1500 sq. ft., with one acre for truck parking, located at 314 West Cone Street, Gonzales, Texas. If interested please call (830) 672-4433. -------------------------For Rent: Office space or store front, 960 sq. ft., 1/2 block off square. Kitchenette, 1 ba, newly refurbished. For more information, call 830-672-6265. -------------------------For Rent: Industrial Property for rent. M1 Ind. Storage Yard, 70x130. Church Street. 830-
1803 N. St. Joseph Gonzales, Texas 78629
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Operate backhoe in order to install new water or sewer lines or industrial water meters; locate existing pipe when repairs are needed; make taps for residences or businesses. Perform maintenance and minor repairs on backhoe. Assist in repair and maintenance of water lines, valves, and pumps at water and sewer plants; install and maintain residential and business water meters; maintain departmental vehicles and equipment. Build concrete forms for large water meters, install and repair water system equipment in lift station. Is responsible for backhoe, sewer machine, gasoline-powered ditch-digger, pipe-cutting saw, flaring tools, boring machine. Install manholes for sewer lines. Clean sewer lines as needed. Install and maintain fire hydrants. Clean and maintain warehouse. Assist other city departments if available. Be available for on call duty every fifth week.
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In the ALTANA group, the four brands BYK, ECKART, ELANTAS and ACTEGA operate together. With 5,300 employees worldwide we commit ourselves to the realization of future oriented ideas and the success of our clients products. Together we set world-wide standards in four different fields of specialty chemistry. BYK stands for innovating competence in the area of additives and measuring devices.
Skill in providing excellent customer service to persons of all ages, regardless of social or economic backgrounds. Errors could result in monetary loss and interruption of water and sewer distribution. Other crew members safety could be impacted by actions. Has little direct contact with the public, but public safety could be affected by the interruption of water or sewer service. Must be able to communicate with persons from all social groups including; co-workers, supervisor, other public works employees, the public. Reporting includes daily work log and backhoe maintenance log, personal timesheet, overtime authorization forms. Must refer to maps, work orders, and oral instructions to determine job assignments
SPU Operator
Best Western Regency Inn & Suites 1811 E. Sarah DeWitt Dr., Gonzales Seeking a Full Time Front Desk Clerk. Computer experience required. Applications may be picked up, at the front office. No phone calls, please.
Required: High school diploma or GED and the ability to:
Preference will be given to applicants with: 1+ years trade school education Supervisory potential 2 years of industrial or plant work experience Forklift experience
Caraway Ford Gonzales

1405 Sarah DeWitt P.O. Box 1960 Gonzales, Texas 78629 830-672-9646
Required Education, Experience and Certificates:

High School diploma or equivalent. Two to four years experience recommended. CDL-B required to operate Department equipment. C Distribution Water License and Class II Collection Wastewater License recommended after 2 years. Basic knowledge of carpentry, cement-forming, vehicle maintenance, water and sewer lines service and repair is recommended. Must be able to operate backhoe, ditch-digger, front-end loader, dump truck, pipe repair tools, and gasoline saw. Must be able to pass criminal history background check, pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical. Applications for employment may be found at www.cityofgonzales.org or at the City of Gonzales-City Hall 820. St Joseph. Please submit applicationsAttn: Laura Zella at 820 St Joseph or PO Box 547 Gonzales, TX 78629. Position will remain open until filled. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer.
Learn operation of plant processing equipment Work 4 rotating shifts with weekend work Learn to drive a forklift Demonstrate communication skills, initiative and judgment in problem-solving Work safely, following rules and procedures Lift up to 55 lbs frequently
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Experienced Preferred
**Full Time**
Valid Driver License Required *** 401k, Insurance and Vacation
available upon eligibility!
All applicants must apply through their local Texas Workforce Solutions Office. Request an application for BYK Additives Inc.
BYK Additives Inc. Gonzales, TX www.byk.com

BYK Additives Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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HOME SERVICES
In Home Appliance Repair. Washer, Dryers, all major appliances, 30 years experience. Haul Scrap Metal & appliances. Call Larry at 361-596-4391. -------------------------Hand for Hire, Odd Jobs Done, FREE estimates. Anything you dont want to do, Junk hauling, Tree Removal, Lot clearing, House pressure washing, office help, ranch, farm, lawn & Flower beds, Barbed wire fence repair, gutter cleaning, I do windows. One call does it all. Call Terry (830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927. -------------------------I am looking for a private sitting job around Gonzales, Cost or on 1116 (Pilgrim Road). I have 20 years experience. Please call Emily, 830-4372727; Cell, 820-2632768. -------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call 830-203-0735. -------------------------Sewing & Alterations. Jo West. 830-203-5160. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m.
RVs FOR SALE

little. Just like new. $15,000. Can see at 820 Oil Patch Lane. 830-672-6383. -------------------------For Sale: Dometic Retractable Awning for Travel Trailer. New arms. 20 ft. long, 20 ft. wide. $575/obo. 830-8575720. -------------------------04 Coachmen, 26. 1 slide-out. Goose hitch-ball, excellent shape, new awning. Call 830-857-3677. -------------------------2006 Keystone Outback 30ft Sidney Addition. $14,500. 1 large slideout, nice, clean interior, king bed. 210-279-7267. -------------------------1999 Mountain Aire Motorhome - Ford V10 gasoline engine - Onan generator - 2 slide outs - 2 A/Cs - all appliances in working condition - driver side door - sleeps 4-6 - no smoking or pets - VERY CLEAN interior - Call 210884-7085 - Asking $22,000.
RVS FOR RENT

RV Rentals available at Belmont RV Park Estates. Call Richard, 830-556-6095.
LIVESTOCK
Hay for sale. Square bales. $7.00 per bale. 830-857-4073. -------------------------Angus Bull. 3 - 18 months old Bulls; 1 26 month old bull. Call 830-263-0808. -------------------------Free Female Donkey. Call 830-5404850. -------------------------Horse for Sale. 7 year old mare. Not ridden in 2 years. $200.00. Call 2031104 or 437-2370. -------------------------Free Donkeys. 361772-7655 after 6 p.m. -------------------------2006 Blue Roan handcock mare. 14 hands. Stocky built. Has worked cows, arena roping. Pastured for 1 year. Needs to go to work. $1,200. 361771-5483. -------------------------For Sale: Black & Red Brangus Bulls. 2 & 3 yrs. old. Good selection. No papers. 830-437-5772. (9-19-13) -------------------------Rabbits for Sale. With cages, with feeders & waterers. all for $300. 361741-2604. -------------------------Bulls for Sale. Black Angus and Black Limousin. Breeding ages. Gentle. Delivery available. 979263-5829. -------------------------Bull For Sale: * Black polled Hereford (White face). * 21 months old. * Very gentle, home grown. * Throws a predominance of black baldies when crossed with black hided cows. * This breed has a history of birthing small calves. * Heifer calves make great replacement stock. * Can be registered, if papers are important. * Price $2,500. Charles Nunes, 830-2030477. -------------------------FOR SALE: Beautiful Bay Mare ( brood mare) 14 yrs. Excellent bloodline (Three Bars & Leo). All offers considered. Pics available upon request: amazin_grace454@ yahoo.com. Ph: #. 830-560-0238. -------------------------Fancy Feathers Bantams. Feather Duster Roos. Colors, pairs, $20. Will deliver to Gonzales. 512-272-5147. -------------------------For Sale: 2 & 3 year old red & black Brangus Bulls. No Papers. Good selection. Call 830-4375772. -------------------------Black Limousin and Angus Heifers and Bulls, Gentle Increase your weaning weights. Established breeder since 1971. Delivery available 979 561-
LIVESTOCK
6148 . -------------------------For Sale: Registered Polled Hereford Bulls. 8-22 mths old. Heifers also, 8 months to 2 years. 830-540-4430. -------------------------WANT TO BUY: Any or Unwanted Horses. Call Leejay at 830-857-3866. -------------------------DISPERSAL SALE. Miniature donkeys (28 to 36), male and female, solid and tricolored, 6 mos. to 4 years. Four year olds may be registered with vet exam/affidavit. Excellent pets, loves people. Priced according to gender, age and color. 830672-6265 or 8574251. -------------------------Dwarf Nigerian goats (miniature), multicolored, male and female, 3 mos. to 2-3 years. 830672-6265, 830-8574251.
REAL ESTATE
call 956-202-5629 or email awalker1288@gmail.com. May consider 2 year minimum lease. House for Sale. Beautiful Historic home for sale. 713 St. John. Give me a call if interested. 713-425-9345. -------------------------Wonderful Spanish style house on 20.59 acres with 2 ponds, 7 horse stalls, 2 storage barns and other outbuildings. Can be viewed at www. littlefieldproperties. com id #79040. Call Tanya (broker) at 361-865-2563. -------------------------Individual would like to buy a 3/2, minimum of 2,000 sq. ft or more house in Gonzales area. Possibly in country. Someone interested in owner financing w/ substantial down payment. 830203-8492. -------------------------3 Bedroom, 2 bath brick home 3 miles from Gonzales on an acre. $129,000. Robin Baker, 830305-2959. Remax Professional Realty. -------------------------Home for sale by owner. 2BDR, can be made into a 3 BDR/1BA, corner lot, storage building. 1404 Cavett St., Gonzales, TX. Contact Jen at 830-4019763 after 6 p.m. $65,000.00. Needs minor repairs. Good starter home. -------------------------4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appliances, remodeled, new master bath. 830-857-6488. -------------------------House for Sale/To Be Moved: 3BR/1Ba frame house, pier & beam foundation, central A/H. Buyer responsible for moving house from property, $6,000. 830-857-4172.
LAND
299-1627. -------------------------75 Acres Gillispie Co. 10 Min. N. of Fredericksburg. Hwy. Frontage, Hunting, Investment or Retirement. $7,500 acre. swk@gvec.net -------------------------Wanted to lease land for cattle grazing. Must have water and fences. Contact Mitchell Hardcastle, 830857-4544.
MISC. SERVICES
Host a Show! Its Easy! Choose from a Cooking Show, Catalog Show, Facebook Show or if you need an item, here is my site, https:// w w w.pamperedc h e f. b i z /z ava d i l. Dee Zavadil, 830857-1495. -------------------------Lucky Shots by Dee. Need Family Portraits, Family Reunions, Birthdays, School Pictures, Weddings, Etc. 830857-1495 -------------------------Plumbing Repairs. All Types of Plumbing. Master Plumber. Reasonable Rates. Please Call 713-203-2814 or 281-415-6108. License #M18337 -------------------------No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment.
RV SITES RENT
Private RV or Travel Trailer Parking Spot. All hookups are in place and ready to call your home. Fencing on three sides. Located on corner lot with shade trees. Has pad for home to be parked on. $300 per month with $100 Deposit. All bills paid. Located at Luling. This is a private lot, no RV park. Call 830-2634356 or 830-5606963 for showing and details. -------------------------Six RV Hookups for long term lease at Harwood. Intersection of Hwy. 90 and TX 304. Contact: 281-788-7500. -------------------------2 RV spaces in town. $295/mo., 1 Mobile home space for rent, $295/mo. Call Finch Park, 6722955. -------------------------RV Sites Available. Nixon, TX. Clean, quiet, fair prices. 830-857-6921.
HUNTING LEASES
5 experienced hunters looking for at least 800+ acres for hunting in Westhoff area. Bill Cain, 281-684-0165.
WANTED
Im looking for a 1959 GISD yearbook. Call Jimmy at 361-571-6888.
MISC. SERVICES
Belmont RV Park. Belmont Texas Propane Services available. Call 830-4243600. -------------------------Pampered Chef D e m o n s t r a t o r.
REAL ESTATE
3 bedroom, 1 bath home on 12.3 acres for sale. Large oak trees and creek on property. $185,000. 830-857-3960 or 857-5515. -------------------------3-2-1 on Thornton St. Central Heat and air, galvalume roof. Needs a little work. $60,000 cash. Sold As Is.: Call Eddie at 210-872-1347, Southeast, REALTORS. -------------------------Property for sale in Leesville. 2 mobile homes, 1 mobile home, 3Br/1Ba & 2Br/2Ba and 2 full RV Spaces on 1.9 Ac. Asking price $65,000. Back lot fenced in on 4 sides. Rebecca Hodge, 830-263-0603. -------------------------Beautiful ranch style home built in 1996. 3 large bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, approx. 2765 square feet on 13.55 acres with scenic views all around. Property borders larger ranches. Recent upgrades include granite counters, new wood floors, interior/exterior paint, GE Cafe appliances, new light fixtures and doors, new ac and water heater within past 2 years. Would make excellent horse property. Has County water. Out shed and childrens playhouse with electricity. Ag exempt for low taxes. 18 miles north of Gonzales off 304. One hour East of San Antonio, one hour south of Austin, and two hours west of Houston. Close proximity to Interstate 10. Excellent deal at 348,000. Sorry, no owner finance. If seriously interested please
RVS FOR RENT

RV Space and RV trailer for rent. All bills included with Dish Network. 830203-9255. -------------------------RV for Rent. $300/ wk. Call 512-6674356. -------------------------Travel Trailer for rent or sale. Rent is $300.00 per week with all bills paid. Will relocate to RV park of your choice and I pay the RV Rental. Or $1,000.00 per month with all bills paid. Will sell travel trailer for $55,000. Call 830351-0943 for details. -------------------------RV Space for rent. $300 month. All bills included. If interested please call 820-203-9255 -------------------------Fully furnished Travel Trailers for rent. Will rent weekly or monthly. Pets Allowed. $50.00 Deposit. $300 per week or $1,000 per month. Call Terry for details, 830-3510943. Will relocate to RV Park of your choice. All utilities paid. -------------------------Travel Trailer for rent for RV space in Smiley. All utilities included, good healthy environment. 830-2039255 or 361-7906305. -------------------------30 Travel Trailer w/2 slides for rent in RV Ranch in Gonzales. Swimming pool, laundry facilities, shower house and all bills paid. $300 a week. 830-3056926. -------------------------28 Travel Trailer for rent. Can be moved from job site. Call 830-305-6926. -------------------------Office or Living Trailers for lease or buy. Peyton, 512948-5306; David, 713-252-1130. --------------------------
BOATS
For Sale or Trade: 27 Sailboat, Beam 8, fiberglass. 361561-3335. Ask for Jeff.
LAWN & GARDEN

Willing to mow lawns in morning or evening. Also will do weedeating. Not affiliated with any companys. 830263-0909. -------------------------Lawn mowing service, residential & commercial. Will also mow oilfield yards or large oil related businesses. Liability ins., free estimates and low cost. No job too large or too small. 830-2634181.(TFN)
MOTORCYLES
Harley Davidson 2007 Dyna Lowrider with pulled baffles. Blue/Grey 7700 miles. Blue Book Price - $9,440. Harley Davidson - 2009 883L Sportster 700 miles - Burnt Orange. Blue Book - $5,190. Will negotiate. Call 830-8759126 for more information, 8-5pm. -------------------------Gruene Harley-Davidson is currently buying pre-owned Harleys. Looking to sell your Harley? Call Jon Camareno at 830-624-2473.
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CHILD CARE
Teenager looking to babysit part-time, infants & small children. Will take care of at your home or my home. Call for more information, 263-2789. -------------------------Will do child care in my home. Includes meals. Any age (Infants onup). Have two openings available. Call 830-5193044. -------------------------I am looking for a sitter for my 6 year old daughter for before and after school a few days a week. Preferably someone who can come to my home. References and experience required. Contact me at 830203-9159. -------------------------Child care in home. I have 2 openings, Curriculum and meals included. Please call for details. 830-263-0058.
LAND
5.5 Acres for Sale or Lease. Cleared, water well, 3-200 amp loops, and 100 yds off Hwy. 80 w/good county road frontage. In Leesville between Belmont & Nixon. Will subdivide. Would make a perfect oil field yard or residence. Call David, 713-2521130 ; Peyton, 512948-5306. -------------------------170 Acres - For Sale by owner. FM 443. Outside of Hochheim/Dryer area. 210-867-8851. -------------------------Lots for Lease. Conveniently located behind WHS (Waelder High School). For information call 512-
RECREATION
2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. Independent Suspension. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Asking - $4,950.00 in very good condition. Call 830-8574670.
PETS
Black Mouth Cur puppies. Have had 1st shots. $100. 830-263-0102 or 830-263-0910. -------------------------Miniature Boston Terrier Puppies. Prices vary. 1st shots & wormed. 830-519-4212. -------------------------ANUE Pet Grooming. 7 days a week. Hand/Scissor Cut. Small, $20 & $30; Medium, $35 & $40; Medium/Large, $45. Ask for Susan. 361-258-1505.
Call 672-7100 to place your free garage sale ad.
424 Acres. Cheapside. Pens, tanks, some oaks. $3,850 CONTRACT PENDING per acre. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 250 Acres. South Goliad. Good oaks, brush, and grazing. Well fenced and watered. Paved road just off US 183. $3,975/ac. with 1/8 minerals. Not leased. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 160 Acres. Goliad. Creek, Cabin, Nice doublewide. Barn. SOLD Good hunting. Minerals. $4,625/Ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 114 Acres. Smiley. Good oaks, brush, tanks. Nice weekSOLD end home. Cabin. New Barn. $595,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 70 Acres. Yorktown/Goliad. Great building sites. Live oaks, SOLD brush, hay field. Water wells. Some minerals. $5,500/ acres. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 106 Acres. Rockport. Minutes to water, fine dining. Good oaks, coastal bermuda. Nice home plus modular home. Some minerals. $1,400,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 4 1/2 acres fronting US 183 just north of Gonzales. Barns, pens, water available. $225,000. Will divide - one acre minimum, at $55,000/ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 67 acres. NW Goliad. Doublewide. 3/2 with covered porches. Good barn. John Deere tractor w/implements. Mostly SOLD Mesquite. $250,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 62 Acres. South Cuero. Oaks, brush, hay field. Pens, well. Cross-fenced. $5,300/ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 198 Acres, Atascosa County, West of Floresville. Huge Creek Bottom, 2 tanks, water meter, shallow well, electricity, oaks, elms, persimmon, mesquite, black brush. Could this be your new hunting spot? $2,895 per acre. Might divide into two tracts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 260 to 861 Acres. NW Corpus Christi. Lake, Barn, Pens, 2 water wells. Great cattle place. Paved corner. Excellent for Subdividing. Price $2,750 to $3,500 per acre.
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RVs FOR SALE

For Sale: 2010 RV. Keystone Springdale. 291RK-SSR Travel Trailer. All electric. Fully Furnished. TV, Microwave, Cook Stove, Refrigerator, Oven. Used very
830-672-8668
830-875-5866
Randy Smith, Broker
REAL ESTATE
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18 AC - 5224 Sandy Fork Rd, Harwood - 3BD/2BA home perfect for the country getaway! 2 car detached garage, 30x40 run-in shed. Large tank, fully fenced. Mature trees. $244,500.
RV SITES FOR RENT
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BREITSCHOPF COOPER REALTY

Serving Gonzales and Central Texas
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547 Powder Ridge
7341 US HWY 183
Belmont RV Park Estates Summer Specials

Large lots, Laundry on-site $260/mo. + utilities, Free Wi-Fi, Pool. Call 830-424-3600 RVs FOR SALE
RV-SITES
27x80 Building for sale at 315 St. Andrew, Gonzales, Texas. Call 830-672-6123 for details.
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Building For Sale
Serving Gonzales and Central Texas

Homes Homes/Residential
3.7 ACS. 4BR, 3BA, 2LV.................. $150,000 3BD, 2BA. Family Home,............$86,000 306 McClure - 3BR, 1 Bath................$65,000 2 Rentals, lrg. lot.......................$70,000 1618 St. Peter - Home and extra lot....$70,000 SALE PENDING New on Mkt: home...$90,000 473 Crockett Remodeled Lane-Settlement - 3 bd., Rivercrest Super home, 4 bds.... $165,000 beautiful property..................................$258,000 Land 1602 Water St.-commercial/rental.... $150,000 3 bd.,2 story Hwy. home..... $145,000 2342 FM 108, 10.96 acs., commercial. 183 N., 792 90-B to................................. - Lakefront.............................. $89,000 reduced $349,999 312 Cr. Rd. 471 , Lakefront + ,3 bd., New: 17+ acres, FM 1116........$160,000 1.5 lot............................................ $150,000 10 acre acs., private, trees............$5,500/acre 11.2 acs., Hwy 90. Gast RdCT .......$5,300/Ac. NTRA CO CT Shirley Breitschopf NTRA CO CR 228 - 15 acs., M/H, trees................ $87,500 153 acs., FM 2091.........................$795,000 830-857-4142 61 acs., perfect homesite................. $4,990/Ac. Lynnette Cooper 3.94 acs., Settlement ....................... $65,000 lynnette@gonzalesproperties.com 10 acs., Settlement.........................$79,000 Carol Hardcastle 2-4 acs., Sarah DeWitt............$25,000/Ac. 830-857-3517 1 ac. Seydler St...............................$25,000 You can reach our staff by calling: 8.7 acs., city limits ....................... .$120,000 58 Phone: acs., trees, potential, edge of town ............. 830-672-2522 ...................................................$12,000/Ac.
SALE PENDING Land .........$4,500/ac 51 acs., private, utilities,
The Settlement at Patriot Ranch - Approx. 5,249 sq. ft. Commercial Lease. 2 story metal office building on 1.18 custom home on 10 acres at approx. 520 elevation, 3 acres. Reception, 2 offices, office/break area with small BD/4BA/3 car garage with media room, dry sauna, steam kitchen area and shop. Conveniently located between shower, mud room, utility room, and storage galore! Luling and Gonzales.$2,500/month Great room with gourmet kitchen. Covered patio set up for outdoor kitchen. $650,000 HARWOOD - NEW LISTING - Large, approx. 2,331 sq. ft. 3 BD/2.5BA/3 car garage open floor plan home on approx. 33 acres. Kitchen open to breakfast area, dining and large living. Screened and open porches. Large shop, 2 hay barns, pens, 4 ponds and beautiful Countryside views. Fenced and cross-fenced. This property is a must see! OFFERED AT $325,000.
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v4728 CR 283, Harwood - NEW LISTING - Custom 3BD/2BA home on approx. 22.9 wooded acres great for recreation and hunting! Split floorplan with spacious great room. Upgrades! Tile, Custom kitchen, Granite counters. Detached shed, partially fenced. REDUCED $315,000.
SOLD
v215 S Oak - Large, 3 BD/2.5 BA home located on half of a city block for 0.7 acre! Large den and formal dining areas feature 2 wood burning fireplaces. Upstairs features private entrance for income producing space if desired. Open lot to enjoy garden, pool, or build income producing structure. REDUCED $199,900. $209,500. vFORECLOSURE - The Settlement at Patriot Ranch - 2BD/2BA Main Home on 3 AC - 473 Crockett Lane - views offered with this 2BD/2BA main home and detached efficiency guesthouse. 2 car carport. REDUCED $226,000. $239,000.
SOLD
Like New 28ft BPull TTs $6,850. New Upholstery & Bedding. Many with New Appliances Financing
EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS FOR THE ELDERLY 62 OR OLDER AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY * Rent based on income * Garden Style Apartments * Private Entrances * Individual Flower Bed Available * Carpeted & Air Conditioned * Water, Sewer & Trash Paid * Miniblinds, Ceiling Fan, Range, Refrigerator furnished * Maintenance/Management/Service Coordinator on site
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v40 Acres, Hwy. 90A - NEW LISTING - Located approximately 6 miles West of Gonzales with approx. 707' highway frontage. Rectangular shaped property with scattered trees and native pasture. C0-op water and electgricity available. $210,000.
UNDER CONTRACT
Land
vFM 86 & Abigail Lane, Luling - Picturesque 10 and 13 acre tracts with mature Oaks scattered throughout. Restricted area allows for the perfect home site or recreational area. Site built homes only - minimum 1,300 sq. ft. Ag exempt. 10.029 AC - $64,500., 13.117 Ac w/pond - $78,700. 10 Acre Tract - SOLD, 13 Acres still available. vSettlement at Patriot Ranch - 3-27 acre site built home sites. Beautiful countryside and wildlife views. Electricity available. Paved roads, well/septic required. Lot 197, Sam Houston Pkwy - 3 acre tract features Lot 87, Bowie Trail - Heavily wooded 3 acre tract feaUNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT partial wooded and cleared areas. $49,900 tures nice elevation home sites. $39,950 v79.5 AC CR 281, Harwood - Partially wooded and cleared land with partial fencing. Co-op water and electricity available. 1 tank and hand dug well. Country Road frontage on 2 sides. $360,000. vRV Park - 10.5 AC - Great location just off IH-10, mature trees and nice tank. Site has been engineered for 54 unit RV Park. v43 AC - 2198 Sandy Branch Rd., Harwood - Secluded with partial high fence, large tank, rustic cabin. Beautiful views. REDUCED $266,600. v111 Acres, Creek Rd - Dripping Springs - Scenic property offers partially cleared and wooded land located on high bluff with Onion Creek frontage. Minerals convey. $1,900,000.
SOLD
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Thursday, February 6 2014
State Board approves new graduation requirements

Education
two new courses are expected to be available for districts to offer beginning in the 20152016 school year. Students who want to earn the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) endorsement must take Algebra II, chemistry and physics as well as four additional courses in the STEM area. Students who hope to gain automatic admission to the states public universities under the top 10 percent rule also must meet requirements that include earning credit for Algebra II or meeting performance requirements on a college readiness assessment. Under the new graduation plan, speech satisfied by a Communications Applications class will no longer be a required credit for all students. However, districts will be required to ensure that students learn key communications skills such as delivering clear verbal messages and choosing effective nonverbal behaviors. Districts may incorporate these skills into an existing class, such as English, or continue to require a separate communications class. The Communications Applications class had been a Texas graduation requirement since the mid-1990s. Many key changes approved this week clarified the courses students must take to earn an endorsement in STEM, Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humanities or Multidisciplinary Studies. Numerous course combinations can be used to earn these endorsements. The board: Clarified that students must take a coherent sequence of four credits from one or two
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AUSTIN The State Board of Education gave final approval today to the states new high school graduation program, which gives students added flexibility to follow their academic interests. The Texas Legislature last year created the new 22-credit Foundation High School Program, which allows students to earn performance acknowledgments and four-credit endorsements in specific subjects but left decisions about many details of the plan to the State Board.
Over the course of this week, the board considered 34 amendments to the graduation plan and approved most. Math debates captured much of the attention. Under the state law, students following the Foundation High School Program must earn three credits of math that include Algebra I and Geometry as well as a third course. Students may select the third course from a long list of mathematics courses. The board expanded the options further by directing the development of two new courses called Algebraic Reasoning and Statistics and Risk Management. The
disciplines (art, music, theater or dance) to earn an Arts and Humanities endorsement and may not earn the endorsement simply by taking introductory courses. Agreed that students would earn a Public Services endorsement, rather than a STEM endorsement, if they complete a coherent sequence of courses in health sciences. Added computer science courses as a route to obtain a STEM endorsement, while other technology applications courses, such as web communications, 3-D Modeling and Animation and Digital Video and Audio and Design, would apply to a Business and Industry endorsement. Added advanced journalism courses in newspaper and yearbook as options for earning a Business and Industry endorsement. Additionally, students wishing to take classes such as Communications Applications, creative writing or literary genre can earn an Arts and Humanities endorsement. Under the new graduation program, students may earn performance acknowledg-
ments by demonstrating outstanding performance. One way to earn an acknowledgment is by earning a score of 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement test or a score of 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate examination. Originally, the board set the higher score requirements but adjusted those standards after listening to public comments. Students currently in the 8th grade the class of 2018 will be the first group required to graduate under the Foundation High School Program. Current high school students remain under the previous three graduation plans the Minimum High School Program, the Recommended High School Program and the Distinguished Achievement Program. However, these students may opt to move to the Foundation Program. All the amendments approved by the board this week will be incorporated and the final program, as approved by the board, will be posted on the Texas Education Agencys website.
Congratulations to the Gonzales HS UIL spelling team; they placed 2nd at the Shiner invitational meet. Team members are Taylor Malatek, Micah Medellin, Katie Bonilla, and Emily Cook. Individually, Taylor placed 3rd and Micah placed 4th. Jasmine Allen (left) placed 5th in poetry interpretation at the Shiner invitational meet. Jerilyn Williams (right) placed 6th in Literary Criticism at the Shiner invitational meet. Mrs. Wiesman is the lit crit coach.
Candidate proposes penalty for using Common Core

Citizenship is something that should be honored, recognized and given status. It has nothing to do with academic achievement and anyone can achieve it. The essence of good citizenship is respect RESPECT for authority, RESPECT for others, RESPECT for self, and RESPECT for rules. It is an attitude that begins at home and is reinforced at school and applied throughout life. Introducing GJHS own Awesome Apaches: Gabby Dorantes, Keiran Grant, and Lauren Strickland
This year at GJHS, we honor those with perfect attendance! As an incentive for attending school every day, all 7th and 8th Grade Students have the opportunity to win $15.00 dollars each Friday of the year! Yoselin Gutierrez, a 8th Grader, won $15.00 for attending school during the week of January 27-31, 2014.
A Texas Board of Education candidate is calling on the state Legislature to put some teeth into its prohibition against using the Common Core Standards by pulling the teaching credentials and funding of any state agency or local school administrator who tries to implement them. Republican Dave Mundy of Gonzales, seeking the District 3 seat, says a penalty is needed because education administrators in Texas are already ignoring the law. Last year the Legislature passed House Bill 462,
which specifically tells the state education agency and local school districts they cant use Common Core in instruction or as the basis of assessments, said Mundy, a veteran newspaper editor and investigative journalist specializing in education issues. The only problem is, it spelled out no penalties. On Dec. 7, the Learning Forward conference in Dallas attracted school administrators from all over Texas to learn how to implement Common Core, he added. The Dana Center at the University of Texas openly advertises training to teach Texas school districts how to break the law and imple-
ment Common Core. Our education bureaucracy is simply going to ignore the law. I am proposing to the original author of HB 462 and other key members of the Legislature that we give that law some teeth, Mundy said. Lift the teaching credentials of any educational administrator found to be using or promoting Common Core, and terminate them. Prohibit state-funded universities from promoting and teaching Common Core in their education courses, and pull their state funds when they do. While the State Board of Education is charged with setting Texas curriculum standards, it has no authority to regulate how local school districts and the Regional Education Service Centers develop day-to-day curriculum. Mundy proposes a permanent committee made up of SBOE members and legislators to continuously address key public education issues. We have an education bureaucracy which is minded to do whatever it wants to do and feels it should not be held accountable to the taxpayer, Mundy said. That education bureaucracy last year tried to stage an end-run around accountability with the CSCOPE curriculum management system, which was inspired by the same people who developed Common Core. Even after action by the Senate Education Committee, 70 percent of Texas schools are still using it they simply re-named it the TEKS Resource System.
Mundy, whose investigative journalism first uncovered subterfuge being employed by the education bureaucracy in the 1990s during the development of the original Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, said the public needs to get educated about education, rather than simply throwing money at a problem. Twenty years ago we showed how the state education agency was employing the Delphi Technique of consensus manipulation to artifically create support for the original TEKS, he said. Today, we have some school districts in SBOE 3 where fewer than half of the kids who enter high school as freshmen graduate. We have honor graduates who cant read, and scholarship winners who flunk out of college. Outcomes-based education methodology does not work.
He says that as a member of the SBOE, he will fight to restore traditional methodology to Texas curriculum standards and move the state out of the values-andfeelings business. This is an issue thats neither conservative nor liberal, its about what we already know works, Mundy said. Systematic, intensive instruction in phonics to teach beginning reading. Skills and drills basic math. Straightforward history emphasisizing the exceptionalism of our Texas and American melting-pot cultures. Honest exploration of science that doesnt get sidetracked by emotional ideology and that does not perpetuate debunked ecological-disaster theology. Mundy said the key to it all is returning power to the classroom teacher. For too long, we have allowed our education bu-
reaucracy to set its own agenda and simply thrown money at the problem, he said. They have created an expensive, self-perpetuating monstrosity that tries to micromanage every hour of every classroom day. Our teachers are frustrated and handcuffed by this methodology. The education bureaucracy has spent 45 years trying to turn education into a cookie-cutter science, he said. But any classroom teacher will tell you that the reality is different: education is an art, not a science. EDITORS NOTE: Dave Mundy is the general manager and editor of The Gonzales Cannon; however, his opinions expressed in this news story are his own and do not necessarily reflect the official editorial opinion or endorsement of The Gonzales Cannon, Inc.
A parent in Keller ISD near Fort Worth took this photo of Common Core materials being used in her childs classroom, despite Texas law forbidding their use. They use these daily. The teacher said This is not curriculum. Texas does not use Common Core. Now she said that after just sharing these books with me that our kids use every day. She said they were supplemental. She is a good teacher. But Im frustrated once again. (Courtesy photo)
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Looking for something special this Valentines weekend? The funny, witty play The Diaries of Adam and Eve, based on the writings of Mark Twain, along with the hysterical When God Comes to Breakfast, Dont Burn the Toast will be performed on Friday, Feb 14 and Sat Feb 15 by special engagement at the century-old Crystal Theater in Gonzales. Partnering with the Running M Bar and Grill around the corner from the century-old playhouse, A Dinner and Show package, is perfect for Valentine celebrations. Dinner served continuously from 6 to 7 at the Running M and performance at 7:30 at the Crystal. It is a Valentines treat guaranteed to make you laugh at the differences between the sexes and to help you remember why you fell in love in the first place. Mark Twain was a keen observer of life, and his take on the original husband and wife as they explore their new world and their new life is funny, clever, and often touching, Terri Bennett and Steve Lawson have performed this show in Lockhart, Austin, Georgia, and now in Gonzales at the historic Crystal Theatre. Terri has been acting in Texas and LA on stage and screen for the past 20 years and her real life partner, Steve, has over 40 stage credits as actor and director. They are drawn over and over again Diaries because its universal theme and the appeal of the words of Mark Twain. Terri says that she learns so much about herself and the relationships of the sexes each time she performs this play. Her Eve changes and grows as she herself experiences life. When asked about playing the same character multiple times, Steve answers Re-exploring the familiar territory allows me as an actor to discover new interpretations
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More Rockport wonders: one long pier, one big tree

We continue our tour of the weird, wacky and wonderful roadside attractions near Rockport, Texas. In the last adventure, I showed you the Worlds Largest Blue Crab at Rockport State Beach. Today were off to see the Big Tree and the Worlds Longest Fishing Pier. The Big Tree is so big it has signs pointing the way. East of Rockport and the Copano Causeway is the small town of Lamar, and home of the Big Tree. The 1,000-year-old live oak measures over 35 feet around, 44 feet tall, with a spread of 89 feet. According to the Goose Island State Park website, it is thought to be one of the largest live oaks in the nation. Visit this big, botanical beauty near Goose Island State Park in Lamar,
of Adam, and to make him a richer, and more amusing character. Steve and Terri are joined by the talented Jeron Tucker in When God Comes to Breakfast, Dont Burn the Toast. Jeron is a triple threat - he sings, he dances, he acts. He has several film credits to his name as well as performances on the Gaslight-Baker stage in Lockhart, the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels, the Woodlawn Theatre in San Antonio, The Price Center in San Marcos. Tickets are $15 for the show and $30 for both the show and dinner at the Running M restaurant around the corner from the Crystal Theater. Dinner served from 6 to 7 and performance at 7:30 at the Crystal. Make your reservations at http:// gonzalescrystaltheatre.org or contact the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce at 830 672 6532 for more information.
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Texas. Take Park Road 13 and follow the signs for the Big Tree. Drive toward Rockport over the Copano Causeway, and look down to your right. The Rockport Chamber of Commerce calls this, the Copano Fishing Pier, the Worlds Longest
Fishing Pier. Once the old causeway, in 1967 they built a second causeway and cut a channel for boats in the middle of the original causeway. Now it is the two-part Copano Bay Fishing Pier. The south side is 2,500 feet long, and the north side is 6,190 feet long. Question: Is it still considered a single pier if its cut in two? Eh, Im sure the fish dont much care either way. Join me on the next adventure where well find that Nessie left Loch Ness for City by the Sea, as I head to Port Aransas, Texas. Know of a unique roadside attraction youd like to see here? Feel free to submit your suggestion in the comments or by emailing me at TheGreatRVRollabout@yahoo.com.
Gonzales Book Club News

The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman was the Book Club choice for our Jan. discussion. Ms. Stedman is originally from Australia and now lives in London where she worked as a lawyer when she found a writing tutor and then took writing courses. She says shed rather readers concentrated on her writing than her life. The Light Between Oceans is her first novel. The novel revolves around the characters, Tom the lighthouse keeper, being the central character. Tom is a war veteran and the isolation of the island lighthouse is the ideal place for him. Tom has definite moral values and these play a huge part in the story. He and his wife, Isobel, live on the island and Isobel is unable to have children. A boat comes ashore, inside which are a dead father and a healthy baby. Isobel is delighted with the baby, which she immediately feeds and nurtures. Tom wants to write the incident in his log, but Isobel persuades him to wait a day so she can care for the child, then another day, then another and another. Tom buries the man and they end up keeping the baby, Lucy, for three years. During this time provisions are brought to the island and Tom and Isobel go into the town every six months. There they see Lucys mother and Tom realizes how distraught she is at the loss of her daughter. This weighs on Toms conscious and he leaves a note in her mailbox telling her that her child is safe and asks her to pray for him. He later leaves the rattle that came with Lucy in the mailbox, again telling her that her child is safe. There is a huge reward for information about the rattle and one of the providers to the island identifies it to the police. Lucy is returned to her mother, who calls her by her original name, Grace. But Lucy will not eat or respond in any way. She wants her mama and daddy. Tom is arrested but does not implicate Isobel in any way. He insists keeping the baby was entirely his idea alone, and Isobel had nothing to do with it. Isobel is furious with Tom and is not speaking to him, the police, or anyone. This is very involved and as we discussed the situation, and reviewed the authors statement that she writes around the characters and lets them develop the story. We found the ending contrived, though we enjoyed the book very much. Graces grandfather takes Grace/Lucy to see his horses and this softens her up a little. Her aunt, Hannah, helps her see Isobel in the park and this also helps the child. We see this through her play acting with her dolls. When Tom goes to trial, Isobel decides to give Lucy to her mother, but Tom can no longer be a lighthouse keeper. In the last ten pages the book jumps from 1936 to 1950 and we find out what happens to Tom, Isobel, and Grace. Its like the end of a movie, not a novel. We discussed the strengths of each characterization and how this island setting makes it stronger. As we were meeting, Paula Sulllivan, a customer a Lifords sat in to visit. She is an author who lives in Seguin and told us she writes with a plot in mind and then she chooses the characters. We were very interested. Our next meeting will be at Lifords Books and Fine Art on Feb. 20 from 10-11am. We will discuss Walking Across Egypt by Clyde Edgerton, the story of a spunky woman, a stray dog, a teenage delinquent, and the best home cooking in Listre, North Carolina. Anyone interested in a literary discussion is
Rockport attractions: the Worlds Longest Fishing Pier (top) and the Big Tree.
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The holiday season was celebrated in the home of Christina Menking on Saturday, December 14th with a Christmas narrative read and a vocalist performing. A lovely luncheon was served and everyone enjoyed singing Christmas Carols. There was no business meeting. The club met on January 22nd at the home of Laurel Ince. The hostesses were Patty McCullough and Lau-
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Bryson Malachi Sepeda has made his debut at Seton Hayes in Kyle. He was born on January 8, 2014 to Amanda and Clyde Sepeda of Gonzales. Bryson weighed 7lbs, 14 ozs and was 20 1/2 long. Welcoming him home were his sisters Crystal and Catherine and his brother Christopher. Grandparents are Pauline Alvarez of Gonzales and Linda and Jack Mercer of Fentress. Great Grandparents are Jane Johnson of Harwood and Elle Webb of Tulsa, Oklahoma. His mother is the former Amanda Webb of Luling.
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