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HOCHHEIM A Victoria couple was killed and several Gonzales residents injured Monday in a traffic accident on U.S. Highway 183 just south of state Highway 111. Department of Public Safety investigators said Frank Hendrix, 69, and his wife, Margaret, 66, were killed when the vehicle in which they were riding was struck by a northbound vehicle which suffered a tire blowout. They were pronounced dead at the scene by DeWitt County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Peggy Mayer. Troopers from the Yoakum DPS office said the Hendrixes were traveling south on U.S. Highway 183 toward Cuero in a Toyota Sienna minivan. A 2005 Ford F-250 driven by Chris Ideus, 24, of Gonzales, was traveling north on U.S. Highway 183 toward Gonzales, pulling a recreational camper. The Ford suffered a tire blowout and the vehicle veered across the center stripe into the southbound lane, Department of Public Safety Trooper Gerald Bryant told reporters. The FATALITY, Page A6
First responders at the scene of Mondays accident on U.S. Hwy 183 just south of Hochheim. (Courtesy Photo)
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woman from her home last week. The woman called Caldwell County officers to report suspicious activity on April 23, but when deputies got there, no one was at the home. Police returned for a second time after getting a call from someone concerned about the womans welfare. While at the location
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Tracy Daren Pelletier as the complainant who had initially contacted the Caldwell County Sheriff s Office earlier in the day. The Deputy was advised by the victim she had been kidnapped by three
Solange Alexis Martinez individuals at her home this date and while being held captive she had been choked by one of them. Investigators located the three individuals who were KIDNAP, Page A6
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out here we wanted to get a site in the industrial park, Smith said, but there was some opposition. The company operated on a small half-acre lot for a time before eventually moving to Luling. A new attitude both on the part of the GEDC and the community, he said, brought him back. GEDC, Page A6
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JM Oilfield Services is back where it wants to be: in Gonzales, a town with spirit. Owner Jerry Smith was on-hand during Mondays Gonzales Economic Development Corp. board of directors meeting and said he is very pleased to be coming back to town. When I originally came
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TEQSYS Account Manager Keri Ramirez said, We are working very hard to address the email issues. We are in the process of developing a formal presentation with two options, and would like to present it in about two weeks. Judge Deidra Voigt offered, Ive been very happy with TEQSYS. I think the problems come from poor communication, and people unaware of the process. COUNTY, Page A6
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Gonzales County Commissioners grilled the countys information-technology services provider during a special called meeting on April 24. County department heads told commissioners at a recent meeting that many of their computer issues arent being addressed in a timely fashion, and Strangers werent always real welcome in town in the Old West and wanted representatives from TEmen were even less welcome. Actors portraying various roles treated visitors QSYS were on-hand for to Gonzales Pioneer Village to a Wild West gunfight during Saturdays Dutch Thursdays meeting to anOven Cookoff. See story, Page A3. (Photo by Dave Mundy) swer questions.
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Bertha Alma Baker, 1920-2014 Bertha Alma Baker, 93, residing in Orange Park, FL, passed away peacefully after a short debilitating injury and illness. She was born April 24, 1920, in Cost, Texas, to Willie and Helen (Wefer) Rossow. She married James Woodrow Baker on March 15, 1947. Bertha grew up in the Lutheran faith and was steadfast in her Christian walk until she drew her last breath. Church and family were most important to her in life and she continued to live for twenty years after the loss of
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her husband. She moved to Orange Park, FL where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law for the last four years of her life. She loved to work in her flower gardens and loved the outdoors. She always had such a beautiful yard and continued to garden until her health would no longer allow. She was a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt to everyone who knew her. She will be greatly missed by the lives she touched while here on earth but the Heavens are rejoicing for another child of God is now home. She is survived by one daughter, Debra Jean (Bernard) Van Matre of Orange Park, FL; two sisters, Esther (Jack) Juengermann of Ft. Worth, TX; Nora Arhelger of DeSoto, TX; one granddaughter, Heather Dawn Micham; one great-grandson, Paul Baker Micham; numerous nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. She is preceded in death curriculum. He was very attentive to the needs of his family; he encouraged communication and always listened first before responding with sound counsel. Family was so very important to him and he lived an example that was engrained in his children, that the love of family always comes first. Terry was a proud of his service in the USAF. He loved his country and was loyal to the stars and stripes of the United States flag and all that it represents, the honorable flag that so many before him had fought and died to protect. He knew well that his freedoms to hunt, fish, read his beloved westerns, to own guns and use them to hunt upland game came at a price paid by many that came before him and he sincerely respected and cherished those freedoms. He loved wood working and built beautiful rocking chairs which he donated for use or as auction items to raise money for one of his dearest passions, the Texas Elks Childrens Services, Inc.. His wife called him her special angel, Terry was quietly a special angel to his family, the children that need the Elks Foundation, and through his unselfish service to our country, he was a special angel to all of us. Terry Dean Bowman is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Kathleen Bowman of Gonzales, daughters: Rebecca L. Plunkett (Wilson) of San Antonio, Monica M. Graham of San Antonio, Janet L. Fleming (Jerry McFadin) of Belmont, Gail M. Zerr (Bernie) of Harrison, Ark., Doreen L. Fink (Kenneth) of Cost, Lori A. Moffett (Gordon) of New Braunfels, sons, Timothy D.
by her husband, James Woodrow Baker; parents, Willie and Helen Rossow; brothers John Rossow and George Rossow; and sisters Alma Rossow and Lillie Dullnig. Visitation was on Friday, April 25, 2014 at Memory Gardens Funeral Home Corpus Christi, Texas from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 26 at Memory Gardens Funeral Home Corpus Christi, Texas with Rev. Patsy Koeneke officiating. Interment followed at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Pallbearers were Don Rossow, Mike Rossow, Greg Miller, Mike Miller, Rick Satsky and Kirk Tumlinson. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Custead Care Center/ Haven Hospice, 745 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, FL, 904-213-2506. Condolences may be offered at www.memorygardensfuneralhome.com.
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Ruth Emily Philippus Foerster, 1925-2014 Ruth Emily Philippus Foerster passed away April 25, 2014. Ruth was born September 28, 1925 in Monthalia, Texas, the daughter of Paul and Tillie Philippus. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, Alfred H. Boots Foerster, and brother Paul Philippus, Jr. She is survived by daughter, Susan OQuinn, son Tim Foerster, son-in-law, Jody OQuinn, daughterin-law, Adrienne Foerster, grandchildren Joel OQuinn, and wife Mandy, Kelly Haydon and husband Jason, Sharon OQuinn and fianc Brett Freede, Stacy Vistine and husband Jon, Ian Foerster, Megan Brown, Garrett Brown, great grand-daughters, Holland OQuinn, Landry and Brielle Haydon, brother Gilbert Philippus and wife
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Terry Dean Bowman, 1935-2014 Terry Dean Bowman, 78, of Gonzales, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2014. Terry was born May 7, 1935 in Tacoma, WA, to Forrest Milton Bowman and Antoinette Larsen Bowman. Terry was raised in Tacoma and after graduating high school he joined the U.S. Air Force beginning a 21 year career serving his country as a communications specialist and retiring as a Tech Sergeant in 1974. Terry married Kathleen Frances Hart on December 10, 1977 in Uhland, TX, and they were members of the Gonzales First United Methodist Church. He was also a member and past Exalted Ruler of the Gonzales Elks B.P.O.E. Lodge # 2413 and was a member of the Bastrop American Legion Post 533 and the National Rifle Association. There was not a mean bone in his body; he was a loving husband, great father and a wonderful grandfather. His greatest love was family and he was committed to providing for his familys needs. While working full time in the USAF, Terry would take a second job to see that his children could attend parochial schools where religion and faith is very much part of the
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Bowman (Yong Hye) of Laguna Niguel, CA, William A. Bowman of San Antonio, Thomas D. Bowman of San Antonio, Thomas A. Lambacher (Dona) of Elgin, sisters, Arla I. Schnider (Paul) of Lake Havasu, AZ, April M. Tinsley of Las Vegas, NV, brother, Daniel B. Bowman of Bastrop, grandchildren, Mandie Molnoskey (Wade), Julie McBride (Jeremy), Christina Schluterman (TJ) Jeannie Rowbotham (Theron), Nancy Bowman, Laci Lambacher, Kathleen Moffett, Dustin Gutkowski, Gordon Moffett, III, Travis Fink, Jhase Lambacher, Cody Moffett, great-grandchildren, Jovie Moffett, Laken McBride, Libby Molnoskey, and Maverick Moffett. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Lorey Carillo, sister, Linda Harrison, and his grandson, Billy John Schulze. A funeral service was held at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening, April 30 in Seydler-Hill Funeral Home with Pastor Andy Smith officiating. Interment with full U.S.A.F. Honors will be held at 10:15 a.m. Thursday, May 1, in Ft. Sam Houston, National Cemetery with Pastor Jay Brown officiating. Honorary pallbearers: Bubba Pirkle, Stan Bias, Rosalio Leon, Louis Wolting, Skip Casjens, John DuBose, Jr., and Barry Lee. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday evening prior to the funeral service. Memorials may be made to the Texas Childrens Elks Services, Inc., 1963 FM 1586, Gonzales, TX 786295231. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home.
Mary Lou, sister, Blanche Harmon and husband James, sister-in-law, Pam Philippus, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth began playing the organ and piano in church at Monthalia in her teens. She graduated from Gonzales High School and briefly attended Texas Lutheran College and then Nursing School at the Santa Rosa Hospital in San Antonio. Her education abruptly ended when Boots, an Air Force pilot, and the son of the Methodist preacher at Monthalia, came home from World War II and insisted that they get married. Ruth happily accepted and they were married on Sunday, August 19, 1945, by her father-in-law, Rev. A. F. Foerster. Boots and Ruth lived in Gonzales, Texas, where both their children were born. In 1956, they moved to San Antonio where Boots became employed with the Perry Shankle Co. Once in San Antonio, they joined St. Marks Methodist Church, which was newly established. They became involved in many areas of church work, but Ruth, of course gravitated to the music department. She and Boots both sang in the Chancel choir. Within a few years Ruth became the church organist, a position she held for close to 50 years, retiring in 2010, at which time she was given Assistant Chief. He also served as Vice-President of the Gonzales County Fire Association. He graduated from Texas A&M University Emergency Services Training in 2004 and South Texas Coastal Fire Training Academy in 2004. Dale was affectionately known as Mr. Wonderful by his family and close friends and could fix or build almost anything. One of his special sayings was In the woods or In the water which reflected his love of the outdoors, fishing, hunting, golf and barbequing. He especially loved spending time with his kids and all children, which was evident by his dedication to the Texas Special Olympics which he was involved with for several years. Starting at an early age, he was fond of collecting every rock he ever found, an interest he passed on to his children. He enjoyed playing dominoes and Tiki. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Gonzales. He is survived by his wife Annette DeCola of Gonzales; daughter Erin Hayley DeCola of Gonzales; sons: Vincent Patrick DeCola and Anthony James DeCola
the title, Organist Emeritus. She played for hundreds of church services, weddings, funerals, Sunday school singing, Vacation Bible school, UMW meetings, nursing homes, and most anything she was called on to do. And she loved it all. Ruth spent many hours practicing each week, but this was her ministry and testimony. She used her talents to serve the Lord and thats what gave her the greatest pleasure in her life. Ruth was also a longtime member of the Tuesday Musical Club where she used her lovely soprano voice to sing in the choir. Ruth was a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother , known to her grandkids as, Gammy. She had many friends through her years of church work. Her beautiful smile and sweet spirit will be forever remembered. The services for Ruth Foerster were held Tuesday, April 29, at 10:30 at St. Marks United Methodist Church in San Antonio with visitation before the service at 9:30. Graveside services followed at 2:30 Tuesday, April 29, at Monthalia United Methodist Cemetery in Cost. Memorial donations may be made to St. Marks United Methodist Church, Monthalia United Methodist Church, or The Ahlzheimers Association. both of Gonzales; parents: Jim and Debbie DeCola of Gonzales; brothers: Brandon Ray DeCola and wife Kimberly of Gonzales and Jarrett Matthew DeCola and wife Kristen and niece Lilly all of New Braunfels; grandmother Ida Fisher of Gonzales; brothers and sisters in law Nick and Renee Bednarczyk and children Cassandra and Rebecca all of Gonzales and Frank and Sandy Zummo and children Anthony and Jeremy all of Lithia, Florida. He is also survived by special friends Tom Click and Brian Zurik. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church with Dr. Chris Irving officiating. Burial will follow at the Belmont Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the Belmont Fire Department. Honorary pallbearers will be member of the Gonzales EMS and the Gonzales County Sheriffs Office. Arrangements under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, TX 830-672-3232.
Vincent Dale DeCola, 1971-2014 Vincent Dale DeCola, 43, of Gonzales passed away Sunday, April 27, 2014. He was born February 15, 1971 in Austin, the son of Jim and Debbie DeCola. Dale was a member of the 1989 graduating class of Gonzales High School. He graduated from Universal Technical Institute in 1992. He married the love of his life Annette Zummo on October 23, 2004 in the First Baptist Church in Gonzales. He was an independent distributor and salesman along with his father for Matco Tools, Inc. He served with the Belmont Fire Department for over 10 years as a firefighter and later as
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Community salutes fallen war hero

CUERO A Yoakum High School graduate was laid to rest on Friday in Cuero as a hero of his country. U.S. Army Spc. Kerry Michael George Danyluk, 27, was critically wounded in battle against Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan on April 12, and three days later succumbed to his in-
juries at an Army hospital in Landstuhl, Germany. Danyluk was part of a unit attacked by enemy forces with small arms fire in Pul-e-Alam, Logar province, Afghanistan, as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum,
N.Y. Danyluk was born on Nov. 1, 1986 in British Columbia, Canada to Diane and Kenneth Danyluk. He moved to Texas at the age of 8. He graduated from Yoakum High School and attended Victoria College. In October 2010, he joined the United States Army and underwent basic training at Fort Benning, Ga. He went through In-
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fantry and Airborne and was selected for Ranger Assessment and Selection program which he completed with Top Shot award. Kerry was first deployed to Afghanistan with the 75th Ranger Regiment. Upon his return to the US, he was transferred to Ft. Drum, NY and assigned to 10th Mountain Division 2-87 Scout Unit and
became a Scout Sniper. He was deployed in November of 2013 for his second tour in Afghanistan. Members of his family flew to Germany to be at his bedside at his passing. Danyluk is survived by his mother, father, sister and brother. Funeral services were held at Faith Family Church with Pastor Larry Helms officiating.
US Army Spec. Kerry Michael George Danyluk
A group of actors and artists were on-hand to give visitors a demonstration of a Wild West gunfight as well as a comical shotgun wedding skit. The group included Dean Reading, Jay Davis, Joe Piccolella, James Rogers, Dale David, Tammy Rogers, Wyatt Strauss and Brenna Hobbs.
Saturdays Dutch Oven Cookoff spawned a plethora of tasty treats for judges and visitors, while volunteers demonstrated a wide variety of crafts and traditions. Vicki Frenzel (left) demonstated how to make corn-husk dolls, while Norma Fink and Betty Fink (above) showed visitors how to make traditional sauerkraut. Bob and Fawn Merrill (right) of Lockhart brought their buggy and team to provide free riding tours of Pioneer Village and nearby Fort Waul.
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Major improvements have been made to many of the facilities at Pioneer Village, according to director Sarah Tenberg, with none more evident than the refurbishing of the old schoolhouse which now hosts a display of old post-office frontages from Cheapside, Wrightsboro, Nixon and Smiley.
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We didnt die before we got old, but at least we got there

I always figured that Pete Townshend and I shared some empathic link. Like The Whos legendary songwriter, I figured Id be decorating some mausoleum long before I got old. This is for you kids out there: laugh it up while you can. Youve got it easy but time will come for you. It gets all of us eventually. Overheard someones grandkid grumbling the other day about having to do a research composition and that she had to hurry home and get on Google to do it. Then came the obligatory sneer: Ill bet yall are glad you didnt have to as much work as we have to do in school when yall were young, huh? You shouldnt have opened up that can of worms, hon. (And by the way, Can of worms is called a colloquialism. I learned that in the third grade.) Us old fogeys used an early version of Google: it was called the card catalog back then. Searches didnt produce instantaneous results, either. You had to actually go to shelves, pull out books, search through them to find the
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information you were looking for, and write it down on index cards. Our version of Google didnt go to sleep when we finished with it. We had to physically go put the book back on the shelf and organize our note cards. Then, and only then, could we write our outline followed by a first draft, second draft and final draft. All hand-written, not printed out. Heres another shocker for you kids. We got graded on spelling and grammar on our compositions in those days even when the assignment was biology or geology or art history. Our spellcheck program was a dictionary, backed up by the kid who made
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Its more than money

There is an old saying that says you can lead a horse to water, but you cant make him drink. This truism, like all the old sayings, is based on common sense and lifes hardknocks lessons. But it is very apparent (and unfortunate) that for Texas education industry, the only saying they believe in is give me more money. Many professional educators and their liberal political allies continue to demand more money for public (never private) education as the answer to education issues. This is particularly among minority and low income students. They compare the public school spending of states such as California and New York as evidence of Texas failure. They rail about low test scores, claiming that more and more investment (spending) is needed. However, they ignore the fact that culture and home life play a large role in the low academic attainment of some people. Quite simply stated, if there is no value placed on academic attainment in the home or family, it becomes very difficult for the child to appreciate education. If the family does not encourage homework, reading, and other academic activities, then the best school buildings, most dedicated teachers, most current computer equipment, and all the bells and whistles in world will have little impact on a student. Thus you can lead a student to the school but you cant make him learn. For example, there are many Texas families
the A-plus in Spelling. Yes, Spelling was a separate subject in our day. As a result, us older folks who are falling apart otherwise know when to properly use and spell words like to, too and two, and there, theyre and their. So there. And that hard math homework youre griping about, hon: heres something to think about. You use calculators and computers to do your math homework these days, while us old grey-hairs had to actually memorize basic math facts and work problems out on paper, with pencils in hand. Guess what? We invented calculators and computers. Ill grant that you kids today are a lot more involved in athletic activities than we were in my day. We only had five varsity sports when a lot of us geezers were in school, and we almost never had to worry about playing multiple sports in one week because of the playoffs because back then, you didnt make the playoffs unless you finished first. Nor did we have all the funky
scientific athletic enhancements you kids have these days. We didnt have to worry about pulled quadriceps and flexor extensions and we didnt wear more armor than a medieval knight. When something hurt, we limped until the coach ordered us off the floor then we popped two aspirin and went back into the game. We also had limited numbers of other extracurricular activities to distract us, particularly because so many of those of my generation had one activity that so few of you younguns engage in these days. It was called a job. Some of us creaky, cranky, grumbling old fogeys worked 40-hour-aweek jobs at the age of 14 and still played football, baseball, basketball and made mostly straight As. We did it because our families needed the help, or simply because our families thought we needed to learn a little about responsibility. Someone elses grandkid made the dry observation that todays kids are smarter than us fogeys were because theyre healthier. Fewer smokers in the new wave, and they have healthier eating hab-
its and engage in more exercise. Ill grant that part is mostly true; a lot of us who survived childhood in the 1950s and 60s did so in spite of consuming copious amounts of the four primary food groups (hamburgers, pizza, barbecue and soda), and we engaged in a number of unhealthy habits like smoking. But we never tended to gather in any numbers at the local weight room outside of football season because most of us never got fat until we got much older. Think about it, hon: many of todays younguns need to go to the gym because they are overweight, many of them seriously so. I could count the number of overweight kids I grew up with on one hand. The difference? When we were kids and were told to go play, we didnt plop down on the couch and plug in the Playstation. We went to this wonderful place called outside, where we engaged in our version of video games by acting them out. I may not have died before I got old, but at least Im going to provide some future archeologist with an interesting mummy to discover.
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who suffer from home cultures that do not appreciate education attainment. Many are immigrant (particularly illegal alien) homes where higher education is not valued. There are also single parent drop-outs who have a difficult time communicating the value of education because they dont understand it themselves. Then there are those homes where parents dont have the parenting skills to encourage or discipline their children to study. Home culturefamilyimpacts much more on children than modern equipment. Unfortunately, to the education industry, the pin-heads who only care about more money for their jobs and not about actually teaching the child, money is always the answermore money. When you hear a politician or an educator bemoan that we need to spend (excuse me invest) more money in education, ask them how much money does it take for the government to create a scholar? Ask them when does the education industry have enough money create an A student? Learning is a very personal action. Starting with potty training, humans beings learn according to their abilities and desires. In todays public education system, the desire seems to be missing in many students, and they seem to care more about being entertained rather than learning. The appreciation for learning, for reading, for achieving and succeeding in a competitive classroom has been lost because of an education industry that only wants more money, because of politicians that promise everything including success, and by a culture that does not value actual education. Education and learning are not just about attending a school building that has all the latest equipment. It is about an individual having the desire and discipline to achieve. That desire and discipline begin at home and in a family culture that values education, learning, and academic success.
Hounding Condi Rice

If Condoleezza Rice were as self-pitying and politically crass as Attorney General Eric Holder, she would be wondering aloud what it is about her race and gender that accounts for the hostility to her. Rices speaking gigs on college campuses and her ascension to the board of the Internet company Dropbox have sparked protests calling for her to be disinvited, cashiered and generally isolated and shamed. Condi Rice is not a natural lightning rod. Shes such a disreputable figure that shes on the board of the Kennedy Center and the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Shes such a lightweight that shes a Stanford University professor. Shes such a yahoo that she once accompanied Yo-Yo Ma on the piano. The mob nonetheless believes that her due punishment for serving the wrong administration in the wrong cause should be banishment. When the University of Minnesota invited her to give a lecture as part of a series marking the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, the schools faculty roused itself. Roughly 200 of them demanded that the invitation be revoked, partly because she is unfit to be part of a civilrights lecture series. What would give anyone the idea that a woman who was the nations first female African-American secretary of state, who experienced Jim Crow firsthand during her childhood in Alabama, who was friends with one of the girls killed in the Birmingham church bombing would have anything relevant
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to say about civil rights? The Minnesota professors say that it is in a spirit of free expression that they ask for the reversal of Rices invitation. Because nothing says free expression like shutting down someones lecture. They claim they would love to have Rice come to the school on some other occasion. Presumably to sit in the dock at a mock warcrimes trial. The Rutgers faculty reacted in a similar vein to the selection of Rice as the schools commencement speaker. Does the Rutgers faculty really think Rice will urge graduating students to go out and start wars of choice and do extraordinary renditions? If the past is any guide, Rice will tell the Rutgers students about the importance of getting an education, of finding their passion, of being optimistic -you know, all the truly dark stuff that animates quasi-war criminals. The hounding of Rice, naturally, all goes back to Bush national-security policy. If support for the Iraq War is a mark of odiousness, though, Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden and John Kerry should never be allowed to set foot on a campus or sit on a corporate board, since they all voted to authorize it. But Rices critics arent interested in argument. As usual, her harassment is about narrowing the range of respectability so as to limit the parameters of political debate. This time, it is failing. The leaders of the University of Minnesota, Rutgers and Dropbox have refused to dump Rice. Of course, if the typical rules applied, the fierce opposition to her would be attributed to racism, sexism and any other handy -ism. Just imagine what Eric Holder would say if his opponents embarked on a concerted campaign to silence and shun him. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2014 by King Features Synd., Inc.
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Be kind to your web-footed friends For a duck may be somebodys mother. Childrens song Mitch Miller closed his TV show with Now heres an issue I dont dare bother to duck. Its a story I perused at the end of last week bout a woman suing the owner of a pet duck up in Estacada, Ore. I kid you not. The lady, I use the term loosely as a down pillow, contends Lolita Roses (now is that not an innocent moniker Rose) duck attacked her after it wandered down the street. Cynthia Ruddell, the alleged victim, claims in her lawsuit that Rose knew the quacker had abnormally dangerous propensities (Im gonna have to look that dire sounding word up) in attacking people. I assume Rose shouldve had a Beware of Duck sign in her yard. Cause the suit accuses her of needlessly endangering the public since she didnt keep the duck contained and didnt warn neighbors about the danger. Ruddells attorney, Gregory Price, allowed the incident occurred on May 7, 2012. He said, ...the duck flapped its wings at her and knocked her back and she fell down on an outstretched hand and fractured her wrist in two spots. So the barrister, Price, said the price on the damages in the suit is $275,000 $25,000 for medical expenses and $250,000 for her pain, her suffering and the interference her injuries have had on her normal activities. Price told a local television station he figures to settle the lawsuit out of court within the next 60 days. So why did this ol curmudgeon take such an interest in this little news account. Well, here on our little spread we call Grin Acres we have somewhat of a menagerie roaming at will. Therere dogs, cats, chickens, miniature donkeys, cattle. And can you keep a secret? Okay, I know you cant answer that. Especially a confidant whos actually capable of keeping something under wraps. But, and Im typing this really, really softly, we also have two mallard ducks. We refer to em as the CAF. The Cunningham Air Force. They are based at our frog pond (Lake Milwaukees Best). And they land at the back of the barn daily. Thats where I feed em cracked corn. By Jiminy. To date, I have never seen the ducks display any aggression. They merely waddle here and waddle there and make quacking sounds and get underfoot with their little flat feet. Dangerous ducks. I think not. Theyre docile. Albeit not very Disney-like. Though they do get daft and daffy on occasion. Weve had em since they were ducklings eight years ago.
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When ducks attack...

Jim Cunningham
Scratch Pad
Jim Cunningham is a former longtime Gonzales newsman and the former interim publisher of the Gonzales Cannon. He now lives in the Moulton area.
Dead U.S. citizens vs. amnesty

This is an edited transcript of an interview with Maria Espinoza from the Remembrance Project heard on The News from the Camphouse on KULM 98.3 FM. Brune: Mrs. Espinoza please introduce yourself. Espinoza: Im the cofounder and national director for the Remembrance Project. We honor and remember Americans who have been killed by illegal aliens. We feel that our families are not getting the basic promises of protection that should be provided by our public servants. The current White House administration has turned their backs on American families. We serve the public by connecting the dots and inform the public about the murders and killings of Americans by people who have come to our country illegally. We help unite the families of the victims and help them to know that their fellow Americans support them. Brune: Tell us a little of your history. Espinoza: I was born in West Texas. Then I spent 13 years in Washington, the state. Thats where I finished high school. Then I came down to Abilene Christian University and ran track. My father immigrated from Mexico. He came to Texas legally and instilled in us the principles of laws, to respect other people, and to respect America. He made me who I am. We worked in the strawberry fields. He had a distant cousin who was a foreman and we were picking strawberries beside other Mexican immigrants. I understand people want a better life. However, if were not principled and stand up for our own families and children then were allowing other countries to be irresponsible with their citizens, their families, and their children. I really feel that America and all of our public servants must follow the U.S. Constitution and uphold every law. Then we wouldnt be in this predicament. Brune: Now you know the argument. The illegal aliens are here, what do you want to do with them? Espinoza: Thats simple. We simply take care of our families. We uphold our laws. We uphold immigration and employment laws, because if you are illegal you cannot work in the U.S. If we upheld our laws we would not have this problem. We need to work on putting the 20 to 25 million jobless Americans back to work. We need to work on the $17 trillion debt that is looming over, our and our great grandchildrens heads. We do not need to be negotiating with non-citizens. We need to be taking care of Americans. We need to be taking care of our families. Our backs are against the wall. If America falls we have no place else to go. What
Looking Down from the Saddle

Herman Brune
Herman Brune is a freelance writer, radio personality and author based in Colorado County.
were getting from public servants, what were seeing with the current administration and the U.S. Attorney General is simply chaos. Brune: Many Americans are divided along lines of special interests. Whether youre talking about illegal immigration, minorities, womens rights, gay marriage, unions, etc. these special interests sway to the left because liberal politicians placate them with legislation. Our concern is that the GOP establishment is worried about watching the Hispanic vote go the same route as the Black vote. Were concerned that the leaders of the GOP may be entertaining thoughts of amnesty to placate the Hispanic vote. Espinoza: Im a former Democrat. My family were Democrats. But over the years I have changed. Im still the same person but the parties have changed. If we hold true to our principles, upheld the Constitution, and upheld our laws then all Americans would know that here in America there is peace and justice. No other country placates and negotiates with illegal non-citizens. It is infuriating to think that our government is negotiating with people who dont belong here, havent asked permission to be here, and dont respect our laws. If you handled your household in this way If you had a teenager that broke curfew you wouldnt hand him the car keys and tell him to go have fun. If you had a teenager that didnt do their chores, or make their bed, or help their mom, you wouldnt reward them. But thats what were doing with illegal aliens. This practice is outrageous. Were ignoring the first step that immigrants should respect and love the country that is helping them. Brune: Granted, illegals shouldnt be voting. So that means the GOP leadership is worried about the rest of the Hispanic community. What is the Hispanics community sentiment on this subject? Espinoza: I dont think anyone actually knows. But I believe that if the leadership of the GOP were to play the special interest game, they would be turning away from me and other Hispanics like me. Also we think this is only happening in Washington, but no! This is also
Why spelling, cursive writing are important to student learning

Students struggling with writing skills should have support from dedicated school programs involving spelling, cursive writing, and intensive phonics. School districts with low achievement in writing and lacking such programs should consider including them, for two reasons. Heres why. The first reason involves the learning principle of varied contexts. The example that follows here features arithmetic fractions, not writing. When a student encounters fractions in music, counting change, ruler measure, cooking, and sports statistics, the varied situations or contexts help develop and strengthen understanding of, and comfort with, the general idea of fractions. Phonics and spelling (and, later, cursive writing) provide alternative contexts for the study of words. Automaticity with word recognition and recall is enhanced, along with confidence to tackle unfamiliar, multisyllabic words. Student comfort with words makes both reading
happening in Texas. I had a call from a GOP platform committee member asking me to change my mind on this issue. I am not in favor of the Texas Solution. I would be in favor of a Texas Family Solution. Brune: What is the Texas Solution? Espinoza: That is a solution that asks for reform and to change laws in order to legalize people. Thats not where we need to go. We need to implement the laws on the books! If we have laws and they are not followed, then what makes everyone think that making new laws would make a difference, other than they would have legalized millions of illegal aliens. We cant afford more people on welfare, looking for jobs, and keeping our job rate down. American money sent home by illegal aliens is the second largest economic driver in Mexico behind oil and gas. Mexico has no incentive to care for their own citizens and instead promotes them to cross the border. We focus on lives lost. And that will increase. In our research weve found many crimes committed by illegal aliens, but the most egregious are murders that shatters and splits American families. All of those losses were preventable. Where is the compassion for Americans? Where is the compassion for American families?
So here I sit in the early morning treating myself to a Czech breakfast of coffee and a poppy-seed kolache and giving thought to the aforementioned (I believe in over 45 years of penning a column that is the first time Ive ever used that word) lawsuit. Since I am a tad idle I decide to Google duck attacks. Geez. Therere dozens of videos on You Tube documenting ducks terrorizing nearly-normal human beings. Youd think the late Alfred Hitchcocks spirit had directed the foul fowls in their dirty deeds. Because quite a number of the ducks depicted definitely have an attitude. As an afterthought (darn, I believe thats the first time I ever used that term, too) I flashback to my school days of long ago. To recall a freshman football game when the Rosebud Black Panthers (which I was a member) had a road game with Taylor High School. Whoa, momma. The memory is really hitting me up beside the head like a Louisville Slugger now. Because Taylor was the Home of the Fighting Ducks! Said so on the scoreboard at their stadium. Back then, in our early teens we joked and poked fun at such a mascot. Fighting Ducks. Yeah. Sure. We moped a bit on the trip home. Since the Black Panthers didnt exactly pounce on the feathered Ducks. Taylor won by four touchdowns as I recall. Just the thought of it makes my chest tighten. And has me sipping at the air like an asthmatic at a cat show. Maybe I need to liven things up out here at Grin Acres. Instead of basking in the pastoral setting while bringing the cows home in the evening, running the dogs in the morning and watching the waterfowl waddle, Ill make the atmosphere here more aggressive. Get the ducks dander up. Teach em to strut. Turn their bills up in a sneer. Teach them to double-duck dare a UPS or FedEx driver to exit their truck. Have those ducks acting as belligerent to a fault and with the disposition of champion pit bulls. Then I can post a Beware of Ducks sign at the entrance here. Hope to catch you down the road ... and not on the run from an attack duck.
Guest Commentary
Dr. Stan Hartzler
Stan Hartzler is a former college professor of mathematics and is currently a member of the Luling ISD Board of Trustees.
and writing easier. Students will shy away from using an efficient word when the spelling thereof is difficult and intimidating. For example, a student who cant spell scissors may be inclined to substitute the phrase, that paper cutting tool. Opponents of dedicated spelling programs may argue that the advent of spellchecking and auto-correcting software, and electronic dictionaries for classroom use, diminish the need for student learning of spelling skills. While such technology is indeed powerful (and assists in some cases for improving the writers spelling), situations arise where either such support is unavailable, or is unfriendly because of spelling oddi-
ties. In this way, spelling skill is important in and of itself. The spelling oddities mainly involve words with silent first letters. If a new oil lease named Psalm 23 is telephoned to a dispatcher, entry or retrieval of the name in a computer file will be difficult if neither the caller nor the dispatcher can spell psalm. Other common words with similar issues are hour, honor, honesty, homage, and hors dvours. One dictionary lists three pages of words beginning with ps and another full page of words beginning with pt. Spelling is also needed to practice distinctions between homophones such as their and there, and too, two, and to. Cursive writing is also important for its own sake. Reading other peoples cursive writing is needed, including historical documents. Cursive writing makes note-taking easier as well. Like spelling, cursive writing contributes another context for processing words. Beginning at least in third grade, students
should have a weekly list of spelling words to be written cursively each day. Early each day, the list should be written cursively twice. Later that morning, the list is written twice more, and again at three more intervals during the rest of the school day. At the end of the week, the spelling has been learned not memorized. The learning may also be practiced orally, in class and at home with family members. The human mind has limits on how much attention may be given at one time to any task or group of tasks. If a student is attempting to write thoughts, but is distracted from expressing thoughts by spelling or handwriting struggles, writing thoughts will be more difficult. On the other hand, if spelling and handwriting are automated, ideas will flow into writing more easily. Anyone experienced in coaching academic teams knows the value of fluent handwriting skills for freeing attention, allowing focus on ideas being written.
LNG plant headed for Lavaca County

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HALLETTSVILLE Lavaca County commissioners on Monday approved the creation of a reinvestment zone and tax abatement which will enable the location of a liquid natural gas production plant in Lavaca County. The bid submitted by HEYCO LNG is build a liquid natural gas production plant that will work in partnership with the Enterprise Products Partners plant on alternate U.S. Highway 77. HEYCO Energy Group, Inc. announced plans for the facility last October. Chris Coleman, president of HEYCO LNG, said the company plans groundbreaking in May or June. Construction is expected to last between 8-11 months. The plant will use gas from the Enterprise plant to refine into liquid natural gas for distribution. The estimated cost of the plant is $91 million and will provide eight full-time jobs starting off but could go up to 15 jobs,
We moved to Luling, but our hearts always been here, he said. Weve got a good site now (off State Highway 304), its like were starting our own industrial park. Weve already heard from seven other businesses that would like to go in out there. Its the Come and Take It spirit, however, which ties Smith and his company to Gonzales emotionally. His son, Jeremy, was a U.S. Marine serving on his fourth overseas tour when he was killed in Afghanistan on April 6, 2011. My son John called to tell me he was getting a Come and Take It tattoo in honor of Jeremy, and I told him how wed just made a deal to come back to Gonzales, he said. Jeremy would be stoked to be part of this. Marine Staff Sgt. Jeremy Smith, 26, had actually left active duty after three tours overseas, but was part of a reserve unit called to action. He and Navy Hospitalman Benjamin D. Rast, 23, were killed when operators of an Ameri-
KIDNAP: Arrests made

FATALITY: Two perish

arrested and taken to the Caldwell County Jail where they were remanded to jail personnel without incident. Robert Daryl Huff, 52, Tracy Daren Pelletier, 42, and Solange Alexis Martinez, 28, were later arrested and taken to the Caldwell County Jail. They were magis-
front left of the truck struck the front left quarter of the minivan, just in front of the drivers door. A front seat passenger in the truck, Loni Brasher, 32 of Gonzales, was taken by a PHI helicopter to Brackenridge Hospital in Austin, but her injuries were minor and she was released. Derrick Davis, 17 of Gonzales, and Brashers two younger children, Cameron and Chelsea, were in the back seat of the Ford. They and Ideus were transported to DeTar Hospital in Victoria where they too were treated for minor injuries and released. It was unknown where the Hendrix couples destination was, but Ideus said he and
HEYCOs plant will target dual-fuel apdepending on future growth. The facil- dicted that the Eagle Ford boom could itys first stage production capacity will be expand swignificantly if a cost-effective plications in the energy sector, specifically 150,000 gallons per day, and expandable to method of shipping processing and ship- drilling rigs and hydraulic fracturing units 300,000 gallons per day within six to eight ping liquefied natural gas overseas be- as well as marine applications in the Southcomes available. Many European coun- ern Gulf Coast. The plant uses a Kryopak months as demand dictates. The economic and environmental ben- tries, in particular, has large LNG markets. PreCooling Mixed Refrigerant (PCMR) With a growing percentage of rigs con- process and was manufactured by Salof efits of LNG will transform the drilling and completion business in the coming verting from diesel to natural gas, and a Refrigeration Co., Inc. in New Braunfels, years as more and more companies con- small percentage of hydraulic fracturing Texas. HEYCO is privately owned by members vert from diesel, George M. Yates, CEO units converting as well, it is apparent that of HEYCO, said in an October 2013 news many companies are eager to switch to of the Yates family of Southeastern New release. We are in a unique position to LNG once they have a source, Coleman Mexico, who have been active in the upprovide our customers with a lower-cost, said. We are excited to have the capacity stream oil and gas business since the 1920s. lower-emission fuel in the middle of the to serve that demand. largest drilling boom our country has seen in years. The Highway 77 location, near the I-10 corridor, will make it easy to supply fuel for consumers of liquid natural gas as the transportation sector continues to grow. While liquid oil production in the Eagle Ford Shale has proven to be an economic By DAVE MUNDY ment, at 2.25% for a term of 7 years, if perboom for many of the counties of South formed as agreed, $15,000 will be forgiven manager@gonzalescannon.com Texas, natural gas production has been off of the end of the note. This loan is conGonzales Economic Development Corp. tingent upon receipt of the requested letter slow because of low domestic prices. Researchers and economists have pre- directors on Monday agreed to move for- from the SBDC and submission of finanward with incentivizing a confidential cials, asked for in the GEDC application. project and agreed to ask Gonzales City Directors also received a presentation Council to add an office position once the from the University of Houston-Victorias group opens its new headquarters. Small Business Development Center. UHFollowing a lengthy meeting in closed Vs Kacey Lindeman-Butler and Joe Humsession, directors voted to incentivize phreys told directors the center helped confidentiual project AG47. No details create and retain 62 full-time jobs and 11 can Predator drone mistook them for about that project have been made avail- projects in Gonzales County in 2013, and the enemy. It was the first-ever case of able to news media. had impacted a total of 583 jobs and $18.1 friendly-fire deaths involving an unDirectors also voted to ask Gonzales City million in capital in fiscal year 2013 in an manned aircraft. Council to create the position of Adminis- 11-county region. I look at Come and Take It and I see trative Assistant to the Economic DevelopGonzales Main Street Administrator my son, the spirit of my son, and I feel it ment Director, to be hired when the GEDC Barbara Friedrich also presented figures on in the town, Jerry Smith said. We want Business Center opens. the success of the Small Business Incentive to be a bigger part of whats going on. The GEDC is purchasing a building on Grant program, and directors voted later to Smith said he and JM Oilfield Servic- St. George St. to be used as a business in- streamline its Utility Relocation Program es plan to get re-involved in community cubator, available for start-up businesses to better define that those grants pay to reevents and was enthusiastic about sup- to have inexpensive office space for several move electric poles and connections from porting events like the upcoming War- months, and the building will also serve as the front of buildings. riors Weekend stop in Gonzales. the primary office for GEDC. Directors also voted to clarify that the The company has purchased a building Also approved was an incentive of an utility relocation grants are available to closer to downtown to house its prima- $87,000 loan for the La Bella Tavola restau- businesses which have already completed ry office staff, in addition to the 40-acre rant project. The loan will be payable upon the work within the last three years but had site with a six-bay maintenance shop off presentation of receipts and proof of pay- not applied for it. SH304. These days you just have to have highspeed internet, Smith said, adding with a chuckle: Id rather have the whole thing right here downtown, but that might not work. I really appreciate this GEDC board Cadillac or a Ford Fo- sider adding a supervisory and the city for their support of our desire Continued from page A1 cus. Right now youve got a position. to be back in Gonzales, he said. Many people didnt know run down Pinto. No action was taken on the help number was voiceSheriff Glen Sachtleben the property insurance remail only. said, I dont care about newal with Texas AssociaIt was a few years before email. We have a massive tion of Counties. The court trated by Judge Edward Jarett, who set on each one a bond of $50,000 for Engaging in I understood the repair data collection system. opted to further investigate Organized Criminal Activity and a Bond of process. They may be work- Its slowing down and not the options available at this $50,000 for Aggravated Kidnapping both ing on my issue at the hub, functioning properly. That time. rather than at my office, is my concern. During public comoffenses being 1st degree felonies. The court decided to re- ments, Voigt asked, Can Additional charges may be pending. To said Voigt. Is there a way we can visit the issue after viewing we look at flooring? Somereport illegal activity in your neighborstart a call issue?, Voigt the formal presentation thing easier to clean. hood, contact the Caldwell County Sherasked. TEQSYS will show within a Brzozowski said, I iff s Office at (512) 398-6777. Precinct Two Commis- couple weeks. would like to form a buildsioner Brzozowski asked, The Alcalde Hotels Re- ing committee for the RanWhat is the time frame to volving Loan kitchen fund- dle Rather Building. In other business, the ing application was apBrashers family were returning from the repair? TEQSYS Representative proved by the Court during court approved the followcoast. ing items: Loni has a lot of bruises and a lot of road Tim Cruise replied, That the session. - Authorization of CounRepresentatives for The rash that needs to be sewed up and her ear depends on a couple opwill need to be skin-graphed, Ideus told tions: One is more expen- Alcalde Hotel and Grill ty Judge Bird as the signareporters. Derrick had a moderate concus- sive and one is less expen- have said they will be open tory authority on the TXDOT road grant program for business in July. sion and a lot of facial cuts, bruises and is sive. Possibly a couple weeks Regarding the janito- agreement. This allows the swollen all over. Cameron and Chelsea also have a lot of bruises and I have some bruises to implement, replied rial contract between the County Judge to enter into County of Gonzales, the the agreement with TXalong with a fractured bone in my leg and a Ramirez. County Attorney Paul Gonzales Learning Center, DOT for a matching grant broken toe. Fire department and EMS crews from Watkins asked, Is there a and the Career Center, and of $4,124,708. The county Yoakum, Gonzales and Cuero responded to solution to the email sys- the Randle Rather build- will be reimbursed 80% on ing, the court decided to bills submitted to TXDOT. the accident along with DPS and Gonzales tem in the interim? Cruise said, The only continue with the current - Two deputations for the and DeWitt County Sheriff s Office personsolution is to update the month-to-month agree- Sheriff s Department. nel. The crash is still under investigation by system. 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Today in Texas History
Contestants and music fans at last weekends Fiddlers Frolics in Hallettsville came in all ages, but there was one contant: everyone had a lot of fun. This years State Champion was Bubba Hopkins.
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On this day in 1718, San Antonio de Valero Mission was founded by Franciscan father Antonio de San Buenaventura y Olivares at the site of presentday San Antonio. Four days later the nearby San Antonio de Bxar Presidio and the civil settlement, Villa de Bxar, were established. The mission, originally located west of San Pedro Springs, survived three moves and numerous setbacks during its early years. After a hurricane destroyed most of the existing buildings in 1724, the mission reached its latest site on the east bank of the San Antonio River. After the mission was secularized in 1793 it became the Alamo. Due to its rudimentary fortifications, the abandoned mission became an objective of military importance in the conflicts of the nineteenth century, and it changed hands at least sixteen times. Portions of the missions structures have survived as part of the Alamo Battlefield Shrine.
May 1, 1718
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Gonzales Police Report

Gonzales Police Department Activity Report April 18-27: 04/18/2014 Reported Burglary Motor Vehicle at the 1700 Blk Sycamore St where a purse and contents were taken. 04/21/2014 Reported Forgery at 700 Blk St. Paul St. Reported Burglary Motor Vehicle at 1300 Blk Seydler St where items were removed from the rear of the pickup truck. 04/22/2014 Reported Theft of a Lighter at 100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. Reported Theft of and undisclosed amount of cash at 700 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 04/25/2014 Coy Wayne Condel, 20, of Gonzales arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 1800 Blk Church St. Reported Interference with Child Custody at 700 Blk St. Paul St. Reported Burglary Motor Vehicle at 1100 Blk Hamilton St where a purse and contents were taken. 04/27/2014 Mitzi Rodriguez, 34, of Seguin, was arrested on outstanding warrant of Guadalupe County and also issued Citation For Open Container at 800 Blk 90-A.
Gonzales Co. Sheriffs Office Report

Gonzales County Sheriffs Office report for April 20-26: 04/20/14 Gomez, Ann Martinez, 03/1963, Nixon. Local Warrant Theft of Service >$1,500 <$20K. Released Transferred to Guadalupe County. Honea, David Shawn, 05/1969, Waco. Disorderly Conduct. Released on Order to Appear. 04/23/14 Catchings, Dustin Lee, 04/1993, Gonzales. Prohibited Weapons Switchblade/Knuckles. Released on $1,000 Bond. 04/24/14 Conley, Esther Perez, 07/1959, Seguin. Local Warrant No Seatbelt Child under 5. Released Paid $299.00 Fine. 04/25/14 Banda, Joshua Thomas, 01/1994, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Burglary Habitation intend other Felony. Remains in Custody. Rios, Kyle Ricardo, 02/1995, Nixon. Local Warrant Assault causes Bodily Injury Family Violence. Released on $4,000 Bond. Ontiveros-Perez, Alejandro, 04/1968, Waelder. Commitment/ Sentence Driving while Intoxicated 3rd or More. Released Weekender/Work Release. Molina, Daniel Leonard, 02/1987, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon. Released Weekender/Work Release. 04/26/14 Monterrozo-Sanchez, Neftali, 06/1974, Nixon. Public Intoxication. Released on Order to Appear. Camarillo, Albert Anthony, 02/1983, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Obstruction or Retaliation. Released Weekender/Work Release. Ornelas, Jeremy Leon, 12/1975, Yoakum. Disorderly Conduct. Released on Order to Appear. Total Arrest, Court Commitments, other agency arrest and processings: GCSO 11 DPS 06 GPD 04 WPD 00 NPD 04 Constable 00 DWCSO 00 DEA 00 TPW 00 GCAI 00 Total 25
Suspect found sleeping in pasture

Violation of a notresspassing order landed a Lockhart man in jail April 23 after deputies responding discovered he also had outstanding warrants and was in possession of a controlled substance. Caldwell County Sheriff Daniel Law said a Deputy was dispatched to a Lockhart residence after the home owner called to advise that James Hall, 48, was on his property violating a Criminal Trespass Warning which had been issued to him by the Sheriff s Office. While en route to said location, the Deputy was advised by dispatch that Hall had pending warrants which had been confirmed as well as the issuance of the Criminal Trespass Warning for complainants address.
The Deputy met with complainant near his residence and was advised that James Hall was trespassing on his property sleeping in a vehicle, and an unknown woman was with him. The Deputy located a vehicle parked in the pasture and found it occupied by Hall and a female companion. Deputy detained Hall for the warrants and in the course of his investigation found Hall to be in possession of a controlled substance. Hall was arrested and taken to the Caldwell County Jail where he was remanded to jail personnel without incident He was Magistrated by Judge Edward Jarett who set a Bond of $20,000 for POCS PG1<=1g a State Jail Felony, a Bond of $20,000 for the warrant of theft of property < $1,500 with 2/more convictions, and no Bond for the Blue Warrant. Additional charges
may be pending. To report illegal activity in your neighborhood, con-
tact the Caldwell County Sheriff s Office at (512) 398-6777.
Traffic stop yields coke bust
Yoakum Police Report

Yoakum Police Department report for April 21-27: 04/21/14 Case #13-308, Williams, Christopher, 21, Yoakum, 400 Blk. Davis; Offense, Theft-B: Disposition, Cleared by Arrest. Case #14-149, BurglaryCoin Op Machine,1 200 Carl Ramert; Disposition, Investigation. 04/23/14 Case #14-150, False ReportPeace Officer, 900 Irvine,; Disposition, Investigation. 04/24/14 Case #14-151, Theft-SJF, 611 West; Disposition, Investigation. Case #14-152, Disorderly Conduct, 103 McKinnon; Disposition, Court Citation. Case #14-153, Disorderly Conduct, 103 McKinnon; Disposition, Court Citation. 04/25/14 Case #14-146, Williams Christopher, 21, Yoakum, 306 Rose; Offense, W#FE14-091Burglary-Building; Disposition, Cleared by Arrest. Case #14-146, Williams, Davin, 21, Yoakum, 507 Nelson; Offense, W#FE14-092-Burglary-Building; Disposition, Cleared by Arrest. Case #14-155, Disorderly Conduct, 102 Xavier; Disposition, Court Citation. Case #14-154, Disorderly Conduct, 102 Xavier; Disposition, Court Citation. Case #183825, Gonzalez, Juan, 18, Yoakum; 900 Irvine; Offense, Violate Court Order; Disposition, Cleared by Arrest. 04/26/14 Case #14-156, Assault-A, 502 Bingham; Disposition, Investigation. 04/27/14 Case #14-157, Unauthorized Use M/V, 407 N. South; Disposition, Cleared by Arrest.
Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reports on Friday, April 25 around 11:18 am Drug Interdiction Officer Thuman,n observed a traffic violation on a 2006 Ford Pickup Truck traveling east bound on 110. Thumann conducted a traffic stop at the 658 MM. After several criminal indicators were observed, the nervous driver of the vehicle gave consent to search the vehicle. Thumann and his Canine partner Lobos conducted a search of the vehicle, when Lobos alerted on the battery in the engine compartment. The battery was found to be loaded with illegal narcotics. The vehicle was occupied by three subjects, one male driver and two female passengers who were arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail. In the battery kilos of cocaine was located with an estimated street value of $200,000. Booked into the Fayette County Jail for Possession of controlled substance more than 400 grams were Mario Andrade, 45, Kimberly Flores, 20, and Michelle Pottin, 26, all from Laredo. Assisting at the scene was DPS Trooper John Mieth, and Deputy David Smith.
Luling Police Report

Luling Police Department Arrest Report for week of April 21-27, 2014 04/21/2014 Dominguez, Carmelita M, 47, 2000 Blk E Pierce St, Warrant Service (all other) 04/24/2014 Carranza, Johnny, 36, 700 Blk E Pierce St, Driving While License Suspended/Invalid 04/25/2014 Gonzales, Justin Matthew, 20, 700 Blk S Magnolia Ave Warrant Service (all other) 04/26/2014 Angel-Santamaria, Gilberto , 22, Davis/Elm, Possession of Controlled Substance, Pg 3 < 28G, Purchase/ furnish Alcoh To A Minor, Posession Of Drug Paraphenalia, Open Container 04/27/2014 Sanchez. Domingo, III, 25, 205 N Magnolia Ave, No Operator/Drivers License Mckown, Grace Marie, 25, 205 N Magnolia Ave, Public Intoxication Kolos, Justin Louis, 22, 2700 Blk E Pierce St Driving While License Suspended/Invalid
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you with a free lunch. Meals will be distributed Saturday, May 3rd, beginning at 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Christian School located at 1214 St. Louis Street. Volunteers and donations are welcome. Contact Linda at 361-275-1216. MAY 4 Payne Benefit A benefit for Linda Gerloff Payne, daughter of the Fred & Beverly Gerloff, is scheduled Sunday, May 4 at the Gonzales VFW Post 4817 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. or until sold out. Plates will include Spaghetti, Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread & Dessert at $8 Per Plate. Music by CK Twisters from 2-7 p.m. and a Raffle, Silent Auction, 50/50 Drawing & Washer Tournament. All proceeds will go toward Lindas medical expenses For more information contact Michelle McKinney, 830-263-0973; Dorothy Gast, 254-931-5712; Brenda Caraway 830-2634836. Geronimo Country Dance Paul Sanchez & Wrangler Country Band will be playing Sunday, May 4, 3-6:30 p.m. at the Geronimo VFW, 6808 N Highway 123, Geronimo 78115. Kitchen/door opens at 2 p.m. $8 donation. Hall is smoke free and open to everyone. Info 830-305-0506 or 830-379-9260 MAY 5 Jury Duty Canceled The Gonzales County District Clerk advises jurors that the jury trial set for Monday, May 5 at 10 a.m. in District Court has been canceled. Jurors do not need to appear. If you have questions, contact the District Clerks Office at 830-672-9754. MAY 6 CASE: Caring and Sharing Everything This is your special invitation to join us on Tuesday, May 6 from 12:05 - 12:55 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church for a brief time of Caring and Sharing Everything. Cynthia Marshall, Inspirational Musician will present the program. This is our last meeting of the school year and will be a salad luncheon. Chicken and ham salads, pimento cheese, crackers and drinks will be provided. Bring a salad and a friend or two and come for this inspirational time of music and fellowship. Childcare is available on request; call the church at 672-9595. Band Spring Trip Information Meeting Band parents and guardians are encouraged to attend the Band Boostersfinal meeting of the school year is Tuesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. at the HS Band Hall. We will be discussing the details of the HS trip to Florida. For questions, please call 437.2036. The Gathering Country Music Show Country Music Show and Dance will be at Geronimo VFW, 6808 N Highway 123, Geronimo, on Tuesday, May 6, from 7-10 PM. Great VFW kitchen at 5:30 PM. Adults $7, 12 and under $3. This month featuring Tony Booth, Sally Carlson, Bob Appel and Lea Phelps along with a professional house band. Smoke free and opened to public. Reservations call Dorothy at 512-825-2180, www.thegateringmusicshow.com. MAY 10 Mothers Day Plant Sale The Gonzales County 4-H clubs will again this year hold their annual Mothers Day Plant Sale on Friday, May 10 at Ara Pecan House at the corner of St. James and St. Lawrence Streets.The sale starts at 10 a.m. and lasts until all the flowers are sold out. All proceeds
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MAY 1 Dinner & Doo Wop at Birch Theater Enjoy an evening of Dining and Doo Wop on Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre. Guests will enjoy a menu of Island Cuisine featuring beef and chicken kabob, sides, salad and dessert while listening to Soul Stick Q serenade you with doo wop tunes from the 50s and 60s. Your ticket price of $40 per person or $75 per couple includes complimentary wine. Reservations/tickets are available at Gift & Gourmet or The Texas Theatre at (830) 372-6168. MAY 3 Harwood Community Center Garage and Bake Sale As a benefit for the Harwood Community Center, the Committee will sponsor multiple garage sales on May 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Center. Harwood invites everyone to come and support this project. The Community Center will be the only one selling food, but they will also have a bake sale and a garage sale. There will be coffee, drinks, breakfast items, sandwiches, hot dogs, Frito pies, and desserts all day. The Harwood Library will have many free books for anyone that wants them. This will be a great time to choose the ones you would like to take home. Several booths have already been reserved, but free booths are still availaable for vendors. There will be space outdoors for sales from trailers or pickups. For a free booth, call Peggy Duncan at 830-5403923 or Marjorie Fairchild at 830-540-4212. Helping Hands If you are in need of a meal, Helping Hands, a non-profit, multi-church ministry would like to bless
benefit children going to 4-H camps and activities. Some of the plants we will be selling are: Bougainvillea, Esperanza, Color Bowl, Begonias and many other selections that are Texas Superstar designated plants. So come join us at the sale and surprise your Mother with one of our beautiful plants. MAY 16 Private Pesticide Applicator Training May 16, 8:30 a.m. 3 p.m., Fair Street Building, 623 N. Fair Street, Gonzales. Anyone wishing to obtain a private pesticide applicator license to purchase restricted use pesticides on their property is invited to attend this training. People attending this class need to come to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Gonzales County Office to purchase a study manual and obtain sample test questions prior to May 16, 2014. Cost of study materials is $40.00 and the fee for the class is $10.00 For more information, contact the Extension Office at 830-672-8531. MAY 17 Xtreme Youth Rally With Sammy Lopez, and Suite 180 on May 17, 3 p.m., Family Faith Church, 1812 Cartwheel Dr., Gonzales. Tools and Techniques for Gravestone Cleaning Project King Cemetery, Oak Forest, Texas on Saturday, May 17, 2014 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (cancel if bad weather) Please Join the King Cemetery Association and the Gonzales County Historical Commission at 9:30 a.m. at Hwy 90A between CR 143 and CR 257, 8.5 miles west of Hwy 183 and Hwy 90A intersection in Gonzales. Lunch at Belmont Social Club at 11:30 a.m.
Happy Birthday! May 1 - Desirel Houston
Class of 1957 Reunites
Gonzales High School Class of 1957 met at Tonis for their 57th Reunion on April 25 with nineteen members, the wife of one member and two guests. Members in attendance included: Front Row (left to Right): A.C. Lacy, Virginia Clark Lacy, Curtis Parsley, Bettie Maye Menking Schoedel, Elizabeth (Betty) Siepmann Fink, Shirley Smith Shows, Evelyn States (widow of Gerry States), Virginia (Ginger) Pettus Tidell. Back Row (Left to Right): Walter Ray Marek, Wanda Barber Barta, Kenneth Malatek, T.J. Reid, Mary Ann Sofka Brzozowski, Bethel Busch Lester, Virgie Nance Kifer, Maple Friedrich Remschel, Mary Anne Sala Durbin, John The 1950 GHS Class met Saturday, April 27 at The Running M Restaurant in GonZavadil, Samuel (Buddy) Lester. The class meets for lunch at Tonis at 11:00 a.m. zales for lunch and their 64TH Reunion. Delicious desserts were provided by Gladys Lindemann and Bernice Heldarsen. On the first row is Gladys Lindemann on the last Friday of April every year except for every fifth year. and W. C. Newberry. On the back row, left to right: B. J. Smith, Bernice Knesek Johnny Kuntschik, Billie Dumas, Don Leifeste and Bernice Haldarsen. The lunch and service were a blessing as was the opportunity to renew acquaintances.
Class of 1950 Reunites
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Conservationist of 19591960. Bobbie served on the Board of Directors of the DeWitt County Electric Cooperative, Inc. from 1970 to 1980. Bobbie was a long-time member and former president of the Gonzales County Farm Bureau. He also had served as vice president of the Gonzales Independent Cattlemens Association. He had also been active in the DeWittGonzales River Association and served on the Beef Cattle Committee and the Range and Pasture Committee for the Gonzales County Extension Service. Bobbie loved his family and community, the outdoors, reading, and sweets. As a child, he often fished near Old Indianola. As he grew older, Bobbie often rode his horse through the pasture, checking the cattle and the land. At home, his wife learned to keep a close eye on him, as he had become an expert at sneaking cookie dough from her mixing bowl. When he was at home, he often had a book in hand, usually about history. He enjoyed listening to, and telling, good stories. Often, these stories revolved around his ancestors and the surrounding community. Many considered him a walking history book of his family and of Cheapside. He is survived by his wife of 62 years; his siblings, Carl Thomas Lord and wife, Elizabeth, of Dallas, Sarah Elizabeth Lord Heather of Austin, brother-in-law, James Cockrum of Austin, and sister-in-law, Jimmie Lord of Colleyville; daughters, Donna Lord Sager and husband, John, of Waco,
Robert James Lord, 1927-2014 Robert James Lord, age 86, of Cheapside died April 27, 2014. He was the son of George Joseph Lord and Bessie Watson Lord. Bobbie attended the Cheapside School and graduated from Cuero High School before serving in the U. S. Army in Japan after World War II. Bobbie married the love of his life, Edna Ailene Purcell of Gonzales on July 18, 1952. Bobbie was a life-long fourth generation rancher and resident of Cheapside. He served the community as a long-time president and member of the Bellevue Cemetery Association and was a member and elder of the Cheapside Presbyterian Church. He was Gonzales County Outstanding Young Farmer, Area 7 and the Gonzales County Outstanding Soil
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Janice Lord Barnes and husband, Albert, of Cheapside, and Connie Lord Barfield of Cheapside. He is also survived by grandchildren, Rebecca Sager and husband, Chris Crews, of New Mexico, Nicholas Sager and wife, Ashley, of USAF, Amanda Barnes of Cheapside, Travis Barnes of Cheapside, Brent Barfield of Iowa, and Jessica Barfield of Cuero, as well as 3 greatgranddaughters, Addelyn Sager, Elizabeth Barfield, and Ella Barfield. He was preceded in death by a sister, Peggy Lord Cockrum of Austin, and a brother, George Eugene Lord of Colleyville. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2014, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home in Cuero. Services will be held on Friday, May 2, 2014, at 10 a.m. at Freund Funeral Home with Lay Pastor Lizabeth Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Joe Charles Watson, Tommy Watson, Jim Watson, Robert Watson, Phil Breitschopf, and Steve Breitschopf; honorary pallbearer will be Pito Gonzales. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bellevue Cemetery Association or the Cheapside Community Association, mail to 4114 CR 297, Cuero, TX; or to the Cheapside Church or the Lord Cemetery, mail to 602 W. Johnson St., Cuero, TX 77954. You may sign the guest book or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome. com
MAY 1 Gonzales American Legion Post #40 Monthly Meeting Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall. All members and prospective members are urged to attend. Gonzales Community African American Interface Church Scholarship Fund Drive The next monthly business meeting is scheduled for May 1 at 7 p.m. at the Union Lea Baptist Church, Gonzales, Texas. The public is invited. Contact Rev. Eugene Wilson at 830-857-3764. MAY 2 Daughters of the American Revolution The Thomas Shelton Chapter of the DAR will meet Friday, May 2 at the Chapter House at 2:30 for refreshments, 3:00 for meeting. Program: Preservation of Cemeteries; also a short memorial will be held in honor of recently deceased members. Saturn Cemetery Association The Saturn Cemetery Association will hold quarterly meeting at 6 p.m., Friday, May 2, at the Saturn Community Building on Hwy. 97 North. All interested persons are encouraged to attend. If anyone has questions you can call 830-540-3858.
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The first cast member for the 3-D horror movie Found Footage 3D to be filmed in the Gonzales area has been announced. Austin native Jessica Perrin is the first actress named to the cast of FF3D. Jessica, a second-year theater-arts student at the University of Texas, will be playing the role of Lily, the awestruck production assistant who knows nothing about filmmaking but met the producer at a party and volunteered to help out. Jessica was one of the first people we saw for the role two months ago, the
movies publicity department said in a news release. Her audition tape absolutely blew us away. (Writer-director) Steven (DeGennaro) deliberately chose one of the hardest scenes in the script for this audition, and her video was so good that if shed shot it in 3D, we couldve literally dropped the scene into the finished movie as is. We went on to audition almost 200 actresses for this part, but none of them came close to pulling off what Jessica was able to do right out of the gate. Jessica is going to be a huge star, and were all really looking forward to working with her.
In the early 1970s, noted Texas historian Joe Frantz offered Bill Wittliff a once-in-a-lifetime opportunityto visit a ranch in northern Mexico where the vaqueros still worked cattle in traditional ways. Wittliff photographed the vaqueros as they went about daily chores that had changed little since the first Mexican cowherders learned to work cattle from a horses back. Wittliff captured a way of life that now exists only in memory and in the photographs included in this exhibition. Vaquero: Genesis of the Texas Cowboy features photographs with bilingual narrative text that reveal the muscle, sweat, and drama that went into roping a calf in thick brush or breaking a wild horse in the saddle. The exhibition runs May 1- 15 at Gonzales High School, and then May 16 - 30 at Victoria College-Gonzales Campus. Vaquero is brought to Gonzales by the Gonzales County Historical Commission in partnership with Thomas Shelton Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution through grants from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities and the City of Gonzales, Tourism Advi-
sory Committee. Vaquero is an exhibition created by the Wittliff Collections at the Alkek Library, Texas State University-San Marcos, presented in partnership with Humanities Texas, the state affiliate for the National Endowment for the Humanities. Vaquero is made possible in part by a We the People grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Contact: email chair@gonzaleschc.org or call 512-924-5850.
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Gonzales Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas gave the DeWitt County Historical Commision a reprint of a 1904 quarterly publication of the Texas State Historical Association on DeWitts Colony by Ethel Rivley Rather. In 1825 Green DeWitt received permission from the Mexican government to bring Anglos to settle land which stretched from south of Cuero to north of Gonzales. The publication details the history of The Green DeWitt Colony and the people who settled there. Marge Kacir made the presentation to Peggy Ledbetter, chairman of the DeWitt County Historical Commission. Other commission members present included, left to right, Diana Bartosh, Suzanne Pleasant, Barbara Cavanaugh, Carol Ann Martin, Emily Davis, Margie Bell and Margaret Bluntzer. The book may be used at the DeWitt County Archives for research by the public.
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Brandi Behlen of Cost has been selected as one of six finalists in regional vocal competition Brauntex Has Talent. Brandi will sing and compete for votes to be named years winner. The other finalists are: Payton Miner (New Braunfels, TX), Erika Nielson (San Marcos, TX), Porter Robinson (New Braunfels, TX), Steve Strahl (San Mar-
Brandi Behlen cos, TX), and Marc Perez (New Braunfels, TX). Brauntex Has Talent is a regional vocal/musical talent competition that allows undiscovered artists to test their skills in a performing arts setting. Brauntex Has Talent 2014 will be showcasing the finest talent around. The show features area vocal performers who compete to win both the audience and judges votes. This exciting, interactive production allows you to vote for your favorite contestant. Who will be crowned the winner of Brauntex Has Talent? You decide! Come support your favorite contestant on July 17, 2014 at the Brauntex Theatre. Tickets are on-sale online at www. brauntex.org or by phone 830-627-0808. Patrons requesting ADA seating accommodations, please call the Box Office for assistance 830-627-0808.
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Chef Nedra Harris, former contestant of televisions Hells Kitchen, has joined the Werners team and will be the featured chef at the Hospital Spring Gala hosted by the Gonzales Healthcare Systems Foundation Saturday, May 3. Known most for her comfort cuisine style cooking, Chef Nedra will prepare an extravagant and healthy menu for the more than 500 expected attendees. An experienced executive chef, Nedra Harris has garnered attention to her cooking style and personality after her appearance on season 11 of Foxs Hells Kitchen. The young
chef is preparing to launch an ecook book and has just released her own line of specialty smoked spices, Pootie Spice. Founded in 1990 Werners Pizza Barn has evolved into Werners The Culinary Experts. Now, after 24 years we provide an extensive menu of fine cuisine for private, public, and promotional events. We have now opened our newest location in San Antonio that will be a test kitchen and showroom. Guests will convene on the historic grounds of the Gonzales Memorial Museum for this esteemed Gala which has benefited sustaining quality healthcare for the entire community since its inception. Made up of a number of entities
centering the Memorial Hospital built in 1978 and still follows the tradition of community service begun by the Holmes Hospital which opened in 1921. Dedicated to providing high quality comprehensive healthcare in the community by building loyalty and education of health and wellness as a priority. All proceeds from the 2014 Gala will be committed to providing a pool for fitness and aquatic therapy. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Connie Kacir via email, ckacir@gonzaleshealthcare.com or calling 830-857-3932. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Tickets are $120.00 per person, $1,200.00 per table of 10.
Men who want to re-live their boyhood adventures. Women who wonder what the boys were up to when they disappeared on those long-past afternoons. And children who want a glimpse into just what their parents were like when they were kids. All will get a glimpse into life in small-town Texas in the early 1960s in The Life and Times of Gary L. Einkhauf. Penned by a Gonzales native who grew up to become one of Port Aransas best-known and most-beloved fishing guides, this entertaining vignette of boyhood life was published as a tribute to Einkhauf by his wife, Suzanna Reeder, following his death in 2012. His work at the inception of his teenage years points to the man he would become: softball player and baseball fan, journalist, graduate of UT-Austin with a degree in English, avid game hunter in Texas, renowned
Aransas and one of that islands most beloved fishing guides ever, Reeder writes in the preface. The 21-chapter book is a result of weeks of confinement when the 13-yearold Einkhauf contracted rheumatic fever in 1962. He wrote and illustrated each story for his English 7-C class in Beeville, but it remained an undiscovered until he revealed it in 2005. After his passing, Reeder received so many requests to read it she published a limited run. Beginning with Einkhauf s birth in Gonzales on Jan. 8, 1949, and ending with his description of catching his first
hammerhead shark while in search of tarpon at Port OConnor, one gets a look at just what a lively imagination and willing friends can produce in the way of adventure right at home. Of course, there is the building of a rocket that doesnt quite make it three feet into the air. And the help lent to a farmer buring the corn field which was too successful. If there was not another group of boys to best in competitions or play tricks on in the cornfields, Einkhauf and his friends could always resort to dirt-clod fights. Boy Scout camp shenanigans, baseball heroics, chasing monsters and, of course, fishing, are all illustrated with
charming sketches and, in some cases, detailed maps of just where it all took place. The commitment of Einkhauf and his wife to their community of Port Aransas is evidenced on the final page, where it is explained that all proceeds of the project are donated to the Port Aransas Education Foundation. For a copy of the 56-page sketch of small-town Texas life, contact Reeder at 361749-4444 or 361-960-1617 or by e-mail at suzannareeder@yahoo.com.
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GJHS Awesome Apaches Civil rights tower at Junior High

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. On display in the entryway of Gonzales Junior High School is a poster tower depicting important people, events, and influences of Americas civil rights movement. Students investigated and presented the subject of their choice. The overall reaction to research topics such as people forced by law to go to different schools and eat at different places, as well as an incident of adults killing children in a church bombing was, That was really messed up! and We should all be nice to each other. The positive and continuing influences of Gandhi and Nelson Mandela helped to bring a balancing and hopeful perspective as their message was researched.
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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 dollars each Friday of the year!! Matthew Almaraz, a seventh-grader, won $15 for atIntroducing GJHS Own Awesome Apaches: Eric tending school during the Pecina, Jada Allen and Jaylen Johnson week of April 21 - 25, 2014.
Waelder HS: 2014 YearbookYearbook Honorable Mention

DALLAS (special) - The Waelder High School yearbook staff has been recognized by BalStudents participating were Tyler Barfield, Jordan Cosper, Iris DeMent, Jofour Yearbooks with an Honorable Mention Certificate of Recognition for its outstanding lie Edwards, Kabel Faltisek, Ashley Garcia, Taylor Glass, Justin Komoll, Ryleigh contribution to scholastic journalism. Orosco, and Ani Vazuez; all from Mrs. Gaytans seventh-grade reading classes. The Waelder High School yearbook is recognized in the 2014 YearbookYearbook. The yearbook adviser is Cheryl Handy. With this edition of YearbookYearbook, Balfour has been showing off great student work for 28 consecutive years, Marilyn Scoggins said. As yearbooks were collected and judging began, the Waelder High School 2013 yearbook was selected for Honorable Mention recognition. Your outstanding work will long be appreciGONZALES - The Guaated five, ten, fifteen years from now when pages are flipped and stories are told. Condalupe Valley Electric Coopgratulations on your staff s commitment to creating a yearbook that preserves your schools erative (GVEC) recently sponmemories. sored the Louie the Lightning Yearbooks published by Balfour for the 2013 school year were evaluated in one or more of Bug Electrical Safety Program the following areas: theme development, layout design, photo content, secondary packages and Coloring Contest in eland cover design. For their outstanding yearbook achievement, Balfour honors approxiementary schools across the GVEC service area. Louie mately ten percent of yearbook staffs with Honorable Mention recognition in Yearbookvisited more than 3,000 secYearbook. ond-grade students in 35 elTo be recognized in Yearbook Yearbook, a book isnt just good, its great, director of ementary schools. The Louie marketing Mike Cobb said. Balfour is proud to honor the best in Yearbook Yearbook. program, which is designed to Every yearbook staff receiving Honorable Mention recognition can take pride in knowing educate second-graders about that the Waelder High School 2013 yearbook was great when it came out, and it will retain electrical safety while they are its relevance 50 years from now. having fun, has proven to be a Balfour Yearbooks, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a major publisher of yearbooks nasuccessful teaching tool for the tionwide and the industrys leader in digital technology, education and curriculum. Balfour electric cooperative. provides training, technical support and printing services to elementary school, middle GVEC has been presentschool, high school and college yearbook staffs.
Lightning bug enlightens elementary
The contest winners from Gonzales Elementary are Raymond Hernandez and Karlee Camarillo.
The contest winners from Nixon-Smiley Elementary are Bonnie Cooper and Derek Maldonado. Louie the Lightning Bug personally delivered glow-inthe-dark t-shirts, wristwatches, and GVEC lunch boxes to the lucky winners of his annual electrical safety coloring contest.
ing the Louie the Lightning Bug Program since 1985, says GVEC Community Relations Representative, Dawn Southwell. This program brings electrical safety into the classroom which is an important part of educating our youth and a big part of GVECs commitment to our communities. We sincerely appreciate the cooperation from the schools who have allowed us to bring in Louie and his safety message all these years and look forward to many more. The contest winners from Nixon-Smiley Elementary are Bonnie Cooper and Derek Maldonado. Louie the Lightning Bug personally delivered glow-in-the-dark t-shirts, wristwatches, and GVEC lunch boxes to the lucky winners of his annual electrical safety coloring contest. GVEC is an electric cooperative that serves over 74,000 meters across 13 Texas counties. The service area spans 3,500 square miles across South Central Texas. The headquarters is located in Gonzales, Texas with four area offices in the cities of Schertz, Seguin, La Vernia and Cuero.
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Several city officials, including Mayor Bobby Logan, pitched in with the clean-up crew. (Photo by Juliana Long lines at the Jim Price clean-up moved relatively quickly if you were dropping off furniture and other Mathews) household items. (Photo by Juliana Mathews)
Tires were the debris of the day. While the lines to drop off tires werent any longer than those to drop off furniture, unloading all the tires was slow going. (Photo by Juliana Mathews)
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The drizzly morning weather didnt stop the kids from enjoying the bounce house at the Gonzales Health Fair on Saturday. Victoria College nursing students were on hand to take your blood pressure. Purses, shoes, and jewelry comprised the majority of the booths. There were a few food booths, too. The healthiest food at the health fair was the Kitchen Pride Mushrooms. The portobellas were delicious. (Photos by Juliana Mathews)
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Tickets are going fast for the Victoria simulcast of a worldwide leadership conference focusing on how to become a leader worth following. Crossroads business owners, managers and staff members can learn from world-renowned leaders during the 14th annual Leadercast from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 9 at Parkway Church, 4802 N. John Stockbauer Drive. The oneday leadership development event is broadcast live from Atlanta to hundreds of sites. It is one of the single most consolidated sources of leadership, said Joe Humphreys, director of the University of Houston-Victoria Small Business Development Center. But it goes beyond that. I think this conference although very focused on leadership transcends the topic and really shows you how to lead in life. The UHV SBDC and Victoria
14th annual Leadercast coming to Victoria May 9

Chamber of Commerce are hosting the event in Victoria. This event provides unprecedented accessibility to worldclass speakers and thought leaders without having to travel out of town, said Farhang Niroomand, dean of the UHV School of Business Administration. Its a day of personal growth, leadership development and professional networking. The speakers will share their insights on how to become a leader worth following. Some of this years speakers are: Andy Stanley, leadership author and communicator Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel laureate and human rights activist Laura Bush, former First Lady of the United States Randall Wallace, screenwriter, director, producer and songwriter Bill McDermott, CEO of SAP Simon Sinek, leadership expert and author of Start with Why For a full list of speakers, visit leadercast.com/S=0/events/atlanta-live/#speakers. The event also includes a local panel discussion about leadership led by Randy Vivian, president and CEO of the Victoria Chamber of Commerce. He will lead a discussion about leveraging influence for the sake of others. Other panelists are Diane Kliem, an attorney for Kliem & Associates; Michelle Rohde, financial advisor for Ameriprise; David Arnold, president and CEO of D.E. Web Works; and Stephanie Solansky, chair of the Department of Management and Marketing in the UHV School of Business Administration. The audience seems to enjoy a local perspective on whats being addressed during the Leadercast, said Jean Smith, UHV SBDC training coordinator. Hearing from local leaders enhances the experience. Few tickets remain for the Leadercast. General admission tickets are $99.99 and can be purchased online at uhvsbdc.net. If any tickets are left, they will be sold for $125 at the door. We are excited about the demand for the Leadercast, Humphreys said. Moving from midlevel supervisor to a company leadership position can be difficult. This event is aimed at helping attendees achieve the move to leader. Smith said several groups have signed up to attend. Discounted group tickets are $84.99 a ticket for 10 or more group members or $89.99 a ticket for five to nine group members. Some businesses are bringing their entire management team be-
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cause they know the immense value in attending this event, Smith said. Registration will be from 7 to 7:45 a.m. the day of Leadercast. The event includes a Leadercast journal, light breakfast, lunch and other goodies for attendees. jaX, UHVs jaguar mascot, will make an appearance. Leadercast participants can earn more than five hours of continuing education credits. Human resource, nursing and general credits are available. Victorias Leadercast is being presented by Dow Seadrift Operations. Other sponsors are Kliem & Associates, Chick-fil-A of Whispering Creek, Parkway Church, Comfort Keepers, Victoria Television Group, All Things Crossroads, The UPS Store, Dignity Memorial, Hochheim Prairie Insurance, H-E-B and Rohde Financial Group.
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Whataburger re-opens, donates to seniors Victoria College cuts ribbon on new
Science Lab and Industrial wing
Whataburger staff, customers and community leaders gathered at the Gonzales Victoria College cut the red ribbon at the Grand Opening for their new Science Whataburger for a grand re-opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday morning. Lab, and Industrial Trades building on Wednesday. (Photo by Juliana Mathews) (Photo by Mark Lube)
Gonzales Whataburger made a $500 donation to the Gonzales Senior Citizens Center. Shown are Senior Citizens Center representatives Sandy Huber, Mable Science Lab at Victoria College. Richter, Ben Richter, Mary Jean Neuse, Maple Remschel, Shirley Cowley and Barbara Hand, along with Debbie Remschel, Greg Deters and Nick Deters of Whataburger. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Focused on patient-centered care

quires all images be interpreted by a radiology specialist. Our goal is to transform care and imaging to real-time. We increased communication with the referring doctor by picking up the phone - even in the middle of the night - if there is an adverse situation. This allows the doctor get the patient more immediate help, said Dr. Cohen. Dr. Cohen was born in Houston, and moved back after graduating from MIT, and then UT Southwestern in Dallas. Radiology Partners (RadPartners) is an innovative national radiology group practice focused on transforming how radiologists provide consistently exceptional services to hospitals, referring physicians and patients. Differentiated by state-of-the art clinical technology, on-site specialized expertise, they began working with Gonzales Memorial in August of 2012.
Industrial Trades welding area at Victoria College.
Victoria West at Shiner Heritage Quilters Meeting

Victoria West, wellknown quilter and motivational speaker, will present the program at the Tuesday, May 6, meeting of the Shiner Heritage Quilters. Victoria teaches imaginative ways of quilting and encourages ingenious uses of color combinations and stitching designs to create beautiful work. Come to learn how to make good choices and put your artistic skills into action. The meeting begins at 6:30 and includes lots of activities such as show and tell, star block-of-the-month, door prizes and light refreshments in addition to the special presentation by Victoria West. Shiner Heritage Quilters meet at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 102 W. Church St., one block off Hwy 90A, in Shiner. The meeting is free and open to the public. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Call 361594-3185 for more information.
Dr. Ethan Cohen, Breast Imaging Specialist for Radiology Partners-Houston, spoke at the weekly Rotary Club luncheon on April 29. Patient-centered care is our focus at Radiology Partners, said Dr. Cohen. Its not about a machine, its about patients.
Radiology PartnersHouston provides image interpretation 24 hours per day for all images at Gonzales Memorial Hospital allowing real-time service to patients and doctors. The recent federal grant for $300,000 to Gonzales Healthcare Systems re-
Embark, Inspire, Engage

New Age of Preservation: Embark, Inspire, Engage: is the theme for National Preservation Month 2014, co-sponsored by Gonzales Main Street, the Texas Main Street Program under the Texas Historical Commission and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character. It is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve the tangible aspects of the heritage that shaped us as a people. If you think about it, we all are preservationist. There is something that we have all saved through the years. It might be a picture, old report card, love letters, an old piece of furniture, dishes, a historic home or building, etc. By saving mementos and buildings, everyone is preserving our past for the
future. Take a look around Gonzales and see what has been preserved and how it Barbara has affected our lives as a Friedrich community. Celebrate National Preservation Month 2014. Texas Main Street ArchiBarbara Friedrich is the Main tect Howard Langer paid a Street Administrator for the City visit to Gonzales in April of Gonzales. to meet with the owners of several buildings in the 672-2815 or e-mail: maindowntown area that want street@cityofgonzales.org. to renovate their buildings. The month of May will As a Main Street City, this is be very busy for the Main a free architectural service Street Advisory Board. We to any building owner in will be getting ready for the the Main Street Area. How- Main Street Concert Series ard listened to the owners by setting up the stage on wishes, took pictures and Confederate Square, handwill be forwarding an ar- ing out posters and rack chitectural rendering of cards to the surrounding what the building could areas, and making sure all look like after renovation. the last minute details are Ideas could be suggestions accomplished. The series of paint colors, new aw- will start off with a BIG ning, recommendations BANG featuring Mike and on restoring old windows the Moonpies on June 6th and doors; anything that at 7 p.m. Mike and the will affect the faade of the Moonpies are an Ausbuilding. This is a valuable tin based band that have service. If you would like played at the Broken Spoke, to take advantage of this Hole in the Wall and White service, please contact the Horse. They have made apMain Street Administrator pearances at cities and small Barbara Friedrich at 830-
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towns in Texas, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. They have two albums out: 2010s Real Country and 2012s The Hard Way, a modern take on the old goldens of country music. June 13th will feature Kevin Naquin and the Ossun Playboys for some great Cajun music; June 20th will feature Blue Finger Disco; and June 27th Elida Reyna y Avante and Lucky Joe. Mark your calendar to join us on Confederate Square every Friday night in June from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for some great music and fun. Star Spangled Spectacular on July 4th will be a day of socializing and fun for everyone. Music will be provided that afternoon and the Emotions will be performing that night from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. A fabulous fireworks display starting at 10 p.m. will end the evening. While at the Concert Series, walk around downtown and window shop at our local businesses. They have many new and unique items for that special occasion. SHOP LOCALLY SHOP GONZALES..
Main Street welcomed new Summer Concert Series sponsor The Cost Store Cafe. Front row: Main Street member Debbie Toliver, and Cost Store Cafe owners Jo Ann and Billy Bob Low. Back row, left to right: Main Street members Del De Los Santos, Sanya Harkey, Barbara Friedrich. (Photo by Juliana Mathews)
Los Auto Sales is a sponsor of Main Street Summer Concert Series. Pictured is Ann Marie Othold, Liz Hernandez, Blaine Othold, Lorezno Hernandez, Dorothy Gast, Debbie Toliver, Sanya Harkey and Barbara Friedrich. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Recent W-1 well reports as reported by the Texas Railroad Commission for the period April 22-April 30: Status Date Status No. API No. Operator Name/Number Lease Name Well Approved 04/22/2014 782021 055-34702 TEXAS PETROLEUM INVESTMENT CO. (847710) RIOS, R. 1H Approved 04/22/2014 783394 055-35072 NORTH SOUTH OIL, LLC (614126) ELLISON 8H Approved 04/22/2014 782201 123-33545 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) CHUMCHAL UNIT 2H Approved 04/25/2014 781059 123-33524 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) CANTU B 8H Approved 04/26/2014 750519 123-32945 PIONEER NATURAL RES. USA, INC. (665748) CHARLES RIEDESEL GU1 2 Approved 04/26/2014 782441 123-33549 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) HANSEN B-OLIVER D SA 2H Approved 04/26/2014 782449 123-33548 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) HANSEN B-OLIVER D SA 3H Approved 04/28/2014 782242 123-33547 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) CHUMCHAL UNIT 3H Approved 04/28/2014 782244 123-33546 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC (742142) CHUMCHAL UNIT 4H Approved 04/29/2014 783568 123-33556 BHP BILLITON PET(TXLA OP) CO (068596) ARNDT A 6H Approved 04/23/2014 755927 149-33289 SANCHEZ OIL & GAS CORPORATION (747012) PROST UNIT C 6H Approved 04/22/2014 782023 177-33328 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) GARLAND UNIT 11H Approved 04/22/2014 782207 177-33331 MARATHON OIL EF LLC (525398) BURROW 4H Approved 04/22/2014 782209 177-33332 MARATHON OIL EF LLC (525398) BURROW 5H Approved 04/22/2014 782730 177-33334 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) WATTS UNIT 1H Approved 04/24/2014 782205 177-33330 MARATHON OIL EF LLC (525398) BURROW 3H Approved 04/26/2014 781485 177-33319 MODERN EXPLORATION, INC. (573226) HARVEY JOHNSON EF UNIT 1H Approved 04/26/2014 782297 177-33333 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) WYMAN 1H Approved 04/26/2014 760079 177-32940 FOREST OIL CORPORATION (275740) MERCIER-CARAWAY 1 1H Approved 04/29/2014 782731 177-33335 EOG RESOURCES, INC. (253162) MORRISON UNIT 1H Approved 04/26/2014 782363 285-33810 SANCHEZ OIL & GAS CORPORATION (747012) MOULTON A UNIT 4H Approved 04/26/2014 782416 285-33811 SANCHEZ OIL & GAS CORPORATION (747012) MOULTON A UNIT 5H County Well.Profile Filing Purpose CALDWELL Horizontal Sidetrack Recompletion CALDWELL Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - DE WITT Horizontal New Drill - FAYETTE Horizontal New Drill GONZALES Horizontal New Drill GONZALES Horizontal New Drill GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - GONZALES Horizontal New Drill Yes GONZALES Horizontal New Drill - LAVACA Horizontal New Drill - LAVACA Horizontal New Drill - Amend Depth 2150 3300 14000 14000 21000 14000 14000 14000 14000 14000 12500 13000 20000 21000 10000 20000 13500 9600 14000 12000 12000 12000
As tax season ends and Hammerfest 2014 planning is well under way here in La Vernia, we wonder what these two events have in common. Are we still wondering how we could have reduced our tax burden in the prior year? This years Hammerfest 2014 Bicycle Ride will benefit the La Vernia Veterans Memorial Project, the Greater La Vernia Chamber of Commerce as well as serving as the recommended ride for Bike MS 2014. What better way to generate resources to our community can there be than from WITHIN the community? There are almost one million public charities, but only 115,000 Donor Advised Funds in 2008 which has nearly doubled by 2012 to over 201,000
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according to the National Philanthropic Trust report in 2013. A Donor Advised Fund is a charitable giving vehicle that allows an individual or family to make an irrevocable contribution of personal assets (cash or property) to a public charity and at any time afterward - recommend grants to charitable organizations. Cash contributions receive a tax deduction up to 50% of your adjusted gross income, removes capital gains
tax for contributions of appreciated assets (30% of AGI for appreciated assets) and can create a charitable legacy. You name your donor advised fund account, advisors and any successors or charitable beneficiaries and your contribution is placed into a donor-advised fund account where it can be invested and grow tax free. For the sixth time in a row, President Obama last month included in his annual budget proposal a plan to scale back a tax incentive for charitable giving. While nonprofits have successfully persuaded Congress to reject the idea every time, this year expects a tougher fight. Endowments can provide reliable income for your favorite charity. You can
create both family and community unity through legacy planning and provide continuity to your chosen charitable beneficiary. A private family foundation can involve you, your children and extended family members in designing how best to help your chosen charitable cause today and for the future while providing valuable tax benefits this year. Of course, your tax advisor can best determine the exact tax deductions - but the ease in creating your own personal family foundation can be summed up in minutes and provide many lifetimes of priceless income to those in need. For more information please email barbara@americaninvestmntplanners.com.
Gonzales County Records

Gonzales County Courthouse Deeds April 1-30 Harbordt, Billie Kaye (CoTrustee & Co-Extr), Fairchild, Glenda Ray (Co-Trustee & Co-Extr), Knandel Trust, Clementine and Knandel, Clementine (Estate) to Harbordt, Billie Kaye and Fairchild, Glenda Ray, w/d, Property not shown. Randall, Kenny, Randall, Frances and Randall, Francisca (AKA) to Randall, Frances and Randall, Francisca, w/d, 27.750 Acres, Jonas Smith Svy, A-422. Person, Kathleen Claire and Nethery, Clyde to Mendoza, J. Carmen and Mendoza, Maria G., w/d, 3.00 Acres, Winslow Turner Svy, A-76. Mercer, William W. and Mercer, Betty Jean to Fox, Joann, w/d, Pt. Lts. 6-8, Blk. 3, Lowry-Ware Addn, Nixon. Allen Jr, Paul A. (Indiv. & CoTrustee), Allen, James Terry (Co-Trustee) and Unified Credit Trust to Allen, Richard Timothy, w/d, 0.33 of an Acre, Eliza DeWitt Svy, A-13. Matthews, Ronald Gene to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Bailey, Alonzo to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Matthews, Michael to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Harris, Patricia Matthews to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Matthews, Amy to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Holmes, Kataski to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Scott, Sharon to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Allen, Marshall Edwin to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Evelyn to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Browning, Amon to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Thomas to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Johnson, Janis to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Eddie to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Sharon to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Phyllis to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Berry, Patricia to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Taylor, Gwendolyn to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Cheryl to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Billey to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Browning III, Augustus to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Threadgill, Diane to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Bailey, Virgie Lee to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Martin, Gloria to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Matthews, Brenda to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., o/l, 33.00 Acres, Sarah Smith Svy. Goss, Richard Fleming to BMG Interests, LLC, w/d, 27.50 Acres, Svy. Not Shown. Goss, Richard Fleming to BMG Interests, LLC, w/d, 2.64 Acres, Svy. Not Shown. Simper, Donna to Schulze, Steven, w/d, 10.017 Acres, Bartholomew D. McClure Svy, A-41. Johnson, Jane (Indiv. & Extrx) and Johnson, John Fletcher (Estate) to M.C. Boedeker Agriculture LP, Ltd. and Boedeker Agriculture LP Ltd., M.C. w/d, 2,199.76 Acres, Joseph McCoy A-46 & John McCoy A-45. Glass, Roy Darren (Guardian) and Glass Keith Steen (Incapacitated) to Glass, Roy Darren and Glass, Janice Kram, w/d, 15.00 Acres, JFC Henderson Svy, A-260. Security Bank to Lach, Don A., w/d, Lt. 8, Settlement at Patriot Ranch, Unit 1. Phillips, Margie, Phillips, Donald Ray, Phillips, Ronald E. and Phillips, Carlos to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 39.41 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177. Barnett Jr., Leroy A. to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Williams, Delores to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Kelley, Mary Lee to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Robinson, Felicia to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Taylor, Freddie to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Polk, Vernita to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Brown, Darlene to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 80.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36. Hunt, Dennis to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 39.41 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177. Williams, Druezella to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 39.41 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177. Harrison, Thomas E. to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 39.41 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177.
Area Livestock Reports

Gonzales Livestock Market Report The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, April 26, 2014 had on hand: 1,060 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold steady. Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $245-$350; 300-400 lbs, $230-$275; 400500 lbs, $205-$225; 500-600 lbs, $185-$195; 600-700 lbs., $175-$185; 700-800 lbs, $165-$173. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $135-$155. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $195-$210; 300-400 lbs, $195-$210; 400500 lbs, $185-$190; 500-600 lbs., $175-$180; 600-700 lbs., $155-$165. Packers cows: Good lean utility and commercial, $87$97; Cutters, $97-$110; Canners, $75-$84; Low yielding fat cows, $88-$90. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $105$126; light weights and medium quality bulls, $96-$101. Stocker Cows: $950$1,700. Pairs: $1,250-$2,000. Thank you for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa.com! Nixon Livestock Commission Report The Nixon Livestock Commission Inc. Report had on hand, April 28, 2014, Volume, 1,122. 203 cows, 15 bulls. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $247 to $257 to $300; 300-400 lbs., $207 to $217 to $275; 400500 lbs, $192 to $202 to $275; 500-600 lbs, $174 to $184 to $215; 600-700 lbs, $165 to $175 to $195; 700-800 lbs, $158 to $168 to $174. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $229 to $239 to $290; 300-400 lbs, $188 to $198 to $245; 400500 lbs, $176 to $186 to $295; 500-600 lbs, $162 to $172 to $215; 600-700 lbs, $150 to $160 to $185; 700-800 lbs, $135 to $145 to $160. Slaughter cows: $64 to $108; Slaughter bulls: $100 to $133; Stocker cows: $750 to $1,950; Pairs, $900 to $2,700. Notices: We will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2014 for Memorial Day! Hallettsville Livestock Commission Report The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on April 22, 2014, 1,049, week ago, 808 year ago, 853. The market this week continued strong in all areas. Lighter weight classes were higher. Demand good in all areas. Packer cows and bulls sold fully steady on approx. 180 hd. total. Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $92-$112; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $78-$92; light weight canner cows, $63-$78. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $121-$132; utility & cutter bulls, $108-$121; lightweight canner bulls, $98$108. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; $275$340; 200-300 lbs, $260-$300; 300-400 lbs, $225-$275; 400500 lbs, $190-$255; 500-600 lbs, $182-$217.50; 600-700 lbs, $168-$195; 700-800 lbs, $160-$176. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $260-$295; 200-300 lbs, $220-$288; 300400 lbs, $198-$258; 400-500 lbs, $185-$228; 500-600 lbs, $165-$202; 600-700 lbs, $152-$178; 700-800 lbs, $135-$165 If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361-798-4336. Cuero Livestock Market Report Cuero Livestock Market Report on April 25, 2014, had 1,754 head. THERE WILL BE 35 BLACK COWS NEXT WEEK (MAY2). MOST HAVE CALVES AT SIDE, THOSE THAT DONT WILL BE PALPATED.HERD DISPERSAL. Had 191 cows and 31 bulls. The packer market was mixed as runs have picked up with dry conditions everywhere. Overall the averages were the same as last sale so the market is healthy and strong despite droughty conditions. The calf market was active on all classes in line with the last sale. There was solid demand for all classes with better levels on the thinner calves. Big cattle were solid to a little higher. There were a lot of 150-200 lbs calves bring over $3 a pound. Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $100-$122; lower grades, $80$99. Packer cows: breakers, $65$83 boning, $65-$89; canners & cutters, $82-$110; light & weak, $38-$50. Palpated, 21 head bred, $per cwt, $107-$130. Pairs: 3 pairs, $1,000, $1,700 & $1,825. Steer calves: under 200 lbs, $305-$345; 200-250 lbs, $283$298; 250-300 lbs, $268-$282; 300-350 lbs, $189-$254; 350400 lbs, $167-$235; 400-450 lbs, $196-$236; 450-500 lbs, $185-$220; 500-550 lbs, $195$200; 550-600 lbs, $158-$166; 600-700 lbs, $154-$184; 700800 lbs, $164-$174. Bull Calves: under 250 lbs, $295-$335; 250-300 lbs, $253$287.50; 300-350 lbs, $243$266; 350-400 lbs, $210-$260; 400-450 lbs, $225-$236; 450500 lbs, $200-$206; 500-550 lbs, $189-$205; 550-600 lbs, $177-$201; 600-700 lbs, $176$181. Over 700 lbs. bulls, $154$165. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs., $294-$335; 200-250 lbs, $270-$290; 250-300 lbs, $251-$276; 300-350 lbs, $229$274; 350-400 lbs, $211-$240; 400-450 lbs, $197-$246; 450500 lbs, $185-$200; 500-550 lbs, $181-$214; 550-600 lbs, $171-$206; 600-700 lbs., $166-$220; over 700 lbs, $147-$156.
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Amos-Low Engagement Lining up for the annual GYC BBQ
The volunteers were busy Sunday keeping up with the demand for some great pork rib barbecue during the annual Gonzales Youth Center barbecue fund-raiser at Gonzales Junior High. In addition to a crew outside taking and delivering orders, Ken Hedrick and his Gonzales Young Farmers team were inside carving up the ribs as yet another team of volunteers composed hundreds of plates. (Photos by Dave Mundy)
MGySgt & Mrs. Michael E. Amos, USMC, Retired of Canton, GA are pleased to announce the approaching marriage of their daughter, Brandy Lynn Amos, of Cost, to Robert Wayne Low, of Cost, son of Ms. Helen Low of Gonzales, Texas, and Mr. & Mrs. William R. Low of Cost, Texas. Brandy graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a Bachelors of Science in Industrial Technology. She is employed by Yoakum Jr. High School. Wayne graduated from Texas A&M with a Masters of Science in Agricultural Education, and from Louisiana State University with a Masters of Science in Human Resource & Leadership Development. He is employed by Nixon-Smiley High School. The wedding is planned for June 19, 2014 at The Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV.
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The Gonzales Odd Fellows Lodge #38 I.O.O.F. received Outstanding Community Service Award 2013-2014 at this years Annual Session. The Gonzales Odd Fellows Lodge #38 I.O.O.F. would not have been able to accomplish this award without the support of the Gonzales Community. Thank You All. Pictured are Michael Mercer Noble Grand 2014 and Derek Grahmann Noble Grand 2013.
ELOISE: All things work out for the good

Some people cant understand why God allows us to go through terrible ordeals. Rest assured there is a good reason for everything. It is said that Shepherds of old would take drastic measures to ensure the ultimate safety of their sheep--especially those who insisted on straying away from the flock into dangerous territory. Many sheep got lost, maimed or killed because they strayed away from the safety of their caretaker. Hobbling an animal required breaking its leg so that it would not run off. It was carried on the Sheppards shoulders and nurtured until it had fully recovered. By this time the animal had become dependent on the shepherd for its survival, and it never strayed again. I guess this holds true for us as well. Sometimes God has to hobble us to save us. Some circumstances have the ability to shatter our lives into pieces and stop us in our tracks. As frightening as it may be to suddenly realize how powerless we really are without Gods help, this realization is the defining moment in our lives. Proverbs 9:10 tells us that fear of the Lord (awe-struck reverence) is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of God results in good judgement. Six years ago was the defining moment for our son. He was a Radiographer and had worked hard to get the training needed to reach this goal. He interned at a nearby hospital and hired upon graduation. For two years he worked his shift and never turned down extra work. He had just purchased a tract of land and a small trailer that he planned to live in while building a home. Blessed with perfect health, an ad-
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vancing career, increasing finances, a flourishing relationship, he was confident of his future. The next day, out of nowhere and without warning, the course of his life changed. On his way back from work, a young man came around a curve at about 80 miles an hour and lost control of his car. His Cougar was hit head on with such force that the engine of the other car shot out of the hood, landing 100 feet into a field. The impact crushed his car like an accordion, shoved his legs into his chest and pinned him in. Jaws of Life pried him out and airlifted to a trauma hospital. That night he underwent the first of three surgeries. The operating surgeon said his leg injury was one of the worst hed ever seen. Thankfully, he had no internal damage or head trauma; but it took three years for him to get full use of his legs. It took even longer for him to get in a car again. How many of you know that loss of control can shake our confidence and cause us to doubt? Fear, which had never been an issue for him before, snuck in that fateful day. And it grew as he struggled to recover. His self-esteem wavered as the months turned into years
and doubt manifested in the What If Syndrome. What if the dizziness and heart palpitations are the result of an undetected injury from the accident? What if this is a problem caused by the drugs I had been taking? Eventually every ache and pain had its accompanying What if? He dreaded doctor visits, fearing the discovery of a hidden problem. Thoughts that continually run wild with all the worst-case scenarios are very often self-fulfilling prophecies. Scripture tells us that what we fear will come against us. So anytime that tormenting thoughts tried to invade our minds we reminded ourselves that all things work out for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them. We learned that what the devil means for harm God will turn around for good. Fear is one of the devils greatest weapons. It paralyzes us into inactivity and clouds our minds so that we cant even pray. He plants thoughts of discouragement, hopelessness and doubt; then makes every effort to keep us isolated from people who can remind us of Gods goodness and faithfulness. Panic should never be a Christians first response when lifes storms toss us about. God promised to always be in our boat. Nothing can take us out before our time is up. There is no power or principality in the heavens or on earth that can stop the plan that God sets in motion. No person can. No accident can. No sickness or circumstance can keep us from what God
has destined for us. Our son survived a horrific accident because he isnt done yet. Fear is based on perception. Some perceptions are rational. Perceiving danger where there is none is irrational. Author Neil Anderson has stated that for a fear object to be valid it must possess two attributes. 1) It must be imminent (close at hand; present). 2) It must be potent (powerful). Scripture tells us that Christians are not to fear death, man or Satan. These are not legitimate fear objects since one of the necessary attributes is missing. Everyone who believes in Christ is promised eternal life. So even though death is imminent (close at hand), it has lost its power over us (not potent). Men have no real power over us. Luke 12:5 says Fear God, who has the power to kill you and then throw you into hell. Satan has no power over us. Even though your adversary, the devil, prowls about like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour, he has been defeated. (1John 3:8) The fear of God dispels all other fears because God rules over every other object of our fear, including Satan. God is always present and God is all powerful. So, if God is with us, and is more powerful than anything in heaven or on earth, what do we have to fear? What is there to doubt? Say it with me...ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! God keep you safe till next time... love, eloise Friend me @loveeloise or visit www.loveeloise.com
Gonzales Art Group show and drawing

Gonzales Art Group will hold their annual May Art Show on Thursday, May 1 and Friday, May 2 in the lobby of Prosperity Bank. The lobby hours are 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday. New artwork from the members, local high school students, including this years scholarship applicants, and students from the Gonzales Youth Center, monthly sessions with the art group members, will be on display. There will also be an opportunity drawing of artwork donated be members that will be paired up with donations of Mother/Child admission to Inspirations and Masterpieces art sessions in Luling, a beautiful blooming pot plant from Persons Flower Shop, and a beautiful pot from the Red Hen Pottery in Belmont. The drawing will be where you can pick which of the three Mothers Day Gift Packages you would like to win for yourself or a gift for mom. Tickets are available at the Chamber office or from any Art Group member for $1.00 each or 6 tickets for $5.00. What a great way to go shopping for Mothers Day and help a local student get a scholarship. There will also be a silent auction of possible gifts that will include artwork, jewelry and other gift items. Anyone interested in joining the art group is encouraged to come to the show, especially on Friday and talk to one of the members for more information. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month in the hospitality room at Prosperity Bank at 5:30 p.m. There is a short business meeting to discuss upcoming events and other happenings and then an artistic demonstration. Please come and see us if you are interested in any form of visual art. The mission of the Gonzales Art Group is to promote the visual arts in the community.
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Break no problem for Shiner softball in huge playoff victory

By MARK LUBE
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The Lady Comanches got cranking in the top of the first as Tamara Hajeck dropped a ball into center field for a double. Kristin Schacherl singled to right and Julianna Rankin scored both players on a base hit. Darilek and Kassidy Bishop were both walked, with Rankin scoring on the passed ball to put Shiner up 3-0. The second frame for Shiner at the plate was relatively calm by comparison. Hannah Nevlud was awarded base on hit by pitch, Hajeck had a fly out, Schacherl got a hit and Rankin scored Nevlud on the single. The Lady Comanches picked things up in the third. Lauren Schutte got a leadoff double and went home two batters later on the triple by Chumchal. SHINER Page C2
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Waelders President makes unexpected move to Belton

By MARK LUBE
SMITHVILLE Shiner head softball coach Steven Cerny was only slightly concerned that the Lady Comanches had not played a game in 10 days before facing Snook in the bidistrict game on Thursday night at Smithville High School. We have not had a game in a week and half, he said. But the girls were focused in practice and it carried over to this game. The Lady Comanches made sure Cernys minor concerns were put to rest as Shiner routed Snook 20-0 in five innings. Cerny said that during those practice sessions, the Lady Comanches were able to work on most areas of the game in realistic situations except for live pitch-
ing. We did our best to simulate pitching by opponents in game situations, he said. Against Snook, Shiner had few problems as they belted out 18 hits We were looking to start well and we started a little sluggish, he said. We made some good adjustments at the plate to hit well and our defense made no mistakes. Ce Ce Darilek earned her 16th win of the season with a no-hitter shut out, two walks and eight strikeouts. Her defense committed zero errors. We came together well tonight and have been improving each day, Lady Comanche senior first baseman Meagan Chumchal said. The defense stepped up in this game.
Shiners Tamara Hajeck safely slides into second after picking up a hit to open the Shiner-Snook bi-district softball game. The Lady Comanches took the win 20-0 in six innings and every Shiner batter got one hit. The Lady Comanches will play Normangee in the area round at Brenham High School, starting at 7 p.m. today and continuing at 6 p.m. tomorrow.(Photo by Mark Lube)
Waelder athletic director and head boys basketball coach David President (during the Waelder regional semifinal lost to Oakwood) has accepted the head boys basketball position at Belton ISD. (Photo by Mark Lube)
With the core of his regional semifinalist boys basketball team returning next school year, Waelder athletic director David President was excited. He did not have any plans to seek another position outside of Waelder. I had absolutely no plans of getting another job as I was very excited about our student athletes efforts on the court and in life in general, President said. I was pleased with our athletic program and feel the boys basketball team was going to make a run at the state title. Then Belton ISD, close to Presidents home town of Temple in Central Texas came calling. President said he talked
with Belton athletic director Bob Shipley about Belton and their boys hoops team. He promised me the chance to help their boys basketball program, he said. With President coaching in Marble Falls and Waelder over the last several years, he has not had the chance to spend time with extended-family members. I have some cousins and nephews that I have not been around for the last 13 years, he said. Being able to go close to home was very big for me. President wants to foster the same kind of family atmosphere in Belton that he developed in Waelder. I want to build the culture of family in Belton and get players, parents
and fans excited about basketball, he said. I will have to start and build relationships with the student athletes, and get them to buy into my vision. President was very dedicated to helping Waelder students achieve success, usually spending over half a day. The best part of my time in Waelder was all the relationships I built with the student athletes, he said. In my two years here, hopefully I gave them a vision. Waelder ISD and the town of Waelder will leave a lasting impression on President. Waelder will be with me forever, he said. They gave me a chance to grow and get experience as a head basketball coach. I have learned so much in
these last two years and have experienced a lot of personal growth. President guided the Wildcats to a 45-22 record, area finalists in 2013 and regional semifinalists this year. He also coached the girls basketball team, cross country and track teams. President will finish out the current school year as athletic director and will also assist Waelder school officials in finding and bringing in his replacement. I want to make sure Waelder hires the right person for the job, he said. So I will be part of the hiring process. I want to make sure Waelder is left with someone that will help the program continue to get better.
REGIONAL TRACK ROUNDUP

Regional meets Top 6 Local athletes only Top two advance to state (Top four in TAPPS regional advances to state). IV-3A Texas A&M University Kingsville Girls Team results 6th, Yoakum, 32;15th, Gonzales, 14; 22nd, Cuero, 1. 100 6th, Missy Odom, Cuero, 27.34. High jump 2nd, Desiree Garza, Yoakum, 5-5. Long jump 3rd, Desiree Garza, Yoakum, 17-8 . Shot put 2nd, Celine Markert, Yoakum, 41-7; 3rd, Ericka Hernandez, Gonzales, 40-4.
Gonzales throwers Hernandez, Perez-Clack qualify for state

Discus 1st, Celine Markert, Yoakum, 143-6; 3rd, Ericka Hernandez, Gonzales, 127-0. Pole vault 5th, Danyelle Glass, Gonzales, 10-6. Shot put 2nd, Zach Perez-Clack, Gonzales, 48-11 . Discus 5th, Trenton Bridges, Yoakum, 145-6. IV-1AD2 Texas A&M Kingsville University 69; 16th, Flatonia, 10. 100 5th, Kassidy Bishop, Shiner, 12.98. 800 3rd, Maggie Grosenbacher, Shiner, 2:26.61. 3200 4th, Maggie Grosenbacher, Shiner, 12:49.12. 100 3rd, Jenna Berkovsky, Shiner, 16.49. 300 hurdles 5th, Mackinley Pilat, Shiner, 48.79. High jump 2nd, Paige Dollard, Shiner, 5-3; 3rd, Kimberlyn Michalec, Flatonia, 5-2. Long jump 3rd, Kassidy Bishop, Shiner, 16-10 . Triple jump 4th, Kassidy Bishop, Shiner, 34-9 . Shot put 5th, Abby Tieken, Shiner, 34-3. Discus 1st, Kori Landman, Shiner, 109-8. 400 relay 2nd, Shiner, 51.38. 800 relay 6th, Shiner, 1:51.54. 1600 relay 5th, Flatonia, 4:22.63. Boys Team results 6th, Flatonia, 28; 11th, Shiner, 18. 3200 4th, Jesus Hernandez, Flatonia, 10:58.49 Triple jump 3rd, Justin Stovall, Shiner, 43-3; 6th, Casen Novak, Flatonia, 52-5 . Shot put 3rd, Mitchell Mica, Flatonia, 49-6 Discus 6th, Marcus Mica, Flatonia, 129-5. Pole Vault 2nd, Reed Rightmer, Flatonia, 13-6. 400 relay 3rd, Shiner, 43.94. 1600 relay 4th, Flatonia, 3:32.68 IV-2A
Boys Team results T8th , Cuero, 24; 10th, Yoakum, 22; T18th, Gonzales, 8. 110 hurdles Xiao Xinghe, Cuero, 14.81; 6th, Karl Kaiser, Yoakum, 15.57. High jump 2nd, TreVontae Hights, Yoakum, 6-4. Long jump 1st, TreVontae Hights, Yoakum, 23-4 ; 3rd, Kamron Mathis, Cuero, 22- 1 . Triple jump 3rd, Kamron Mathis, Cuero, 43-10; 6th, Glenn Love, Yoakum, 43-2 .
Boys Team results T18th , Waelder 8; T19th, Moulton, 5. 100 5th, Tracy Moore, Waelder, 11.84. 1600 3rd, Steven Ewing, Waelder, 5:11.57; 6th, Dennis Lopez, Moulton, 5:20.13. 3200 4th, Dennis Lopez, Moulton, 11:21.88 IV-1AD1 Converse Judson Girls Team results 3rd, Shiner,
Girls Team results T9th , Luling, 21;T9th, Hallettsville, 21. 800 3rd, Jenna Allen, Hallettsville, 2:27.33. 1600 1st, Kristaly Munoz, Luling, 5:28.22. 3200 1st, Kristaly Munoz, 11:58.46. Triple jump 6th, Courtney Patterson, Luling, 33-11 . Shot put 6th, Cassidy Targac, Hallettsville, 34-1 . Discus 1st, Cassidy Targac, Hallettsville, 122-3. 1600 relay 5th, Hallettsville, 4:13.16. Boys Team results 3rd, Luling, 53; 21st, Nixon-Smiley, 2. 1600 2nd, Ryan Flores, REGIONAL TRACK Page C2
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Nevlud grounded out to short stop for two away. Hajeck got to base and Chumchal scored on an error. Schacherl tripled in left field to score Hajecks runner Alex Flynn. The Lady Comanches exploded for seven runs in the fourth. Darilek was walked; Bishop was hit by the pitch and Schutte was walked to load the bases. Kori Landman singled in runner Lenae Kremling, Chumchal was walked to score Bishop, Schutte scored on the passed ball, Nevlud brought in Landman and Chumchal on the two-run double. Snook then got two outs in a row. Shiner was not finished as a Rankin triple scored Nevlud and Darileks inYoakums Witte signs with TLU field single sent Rankin home. Yoakum senior Callie Witte has signed to play volleyball for Texas Lutheran Shiner closed out the game with six University in Seguin. Pictured are, back row from left to right: Yoakum Athletic more runs on five hits in the fifth with Director Brent Kornegay, Jackie Witte (mother), Head Volleyball Coach Alisha Schacherl, Darilek, Sara Lauer, April Boysen, and Scott Witte (father); and seated from left: Riley Witte (sister) and Lauer and Mackinley Pilat all getting Callie Witte. (Courtesy photo)
hits. Snook also was unlucky with four errors in the inning. Shiner will face Normangee in the area round at Brenham High School. Game 1 will be at 7 p.m. today, Game 2 will be at 6 tomorrow and a third game, if needed, will be played after Game 2. Class 1A bi-district game Smithville High School Shiner 20, Snook 0 SH 313 76x x-20 18 0 SN 000 00x x- 0 0 5 SH: Ce Ce Darilek and Tamara Hajeck. SN: Kaylee Supak and Hailey Dever. W Darilek (16-6). L Supak. 3B SH: Kristin Scacherl, Julianna Rankin. 2B Hajeck, Hannah Nevlud, Lauren Schutte.
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Continued from page C1 Luling, 4:27.51. 3200 2nd, Ryan Flores, Luling, 9:43.05. 300 hurdles 6th, Nathan Findley, Luling, 41.98. High jump 1st, Ty Anderson, Luling, 6-6. Long jump 1st, Ty Anderson, Luling, 22-5 . Triple jump 4th, Juan Ordonez, Luling, 44- . 800 relay 3rd, Luling, 1:30.94; 6th, Nixon-Smiley, 1:33.56. TAPPS 2A Southern Regional Hallettsville Girls 100 hurdles 4th, Elise Patek, Shiner St. Paul, 17.66; 6th, Cassidy Thomas, Shiner St. Paul, 18.39; 8th, Shaelyn Malatek, Shiner St. Paul, 18.63. 100 5th, Julie Brown, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 13.52; 6th, Sabrina Koerth, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 13.71. 1600 2nd, Natalie Jackson, Shiner St. Paul, 5:37.15; 7th, Emma Morgan, Shiner St. Paul, 6:22.92. 200 5th, Jaycie Orsak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 29.21; 7th, Alexis Cantu, Shiner St. Paul, 30.45. 300 hurdles 3rd, Cassidy Thomas, Shiner St. Paul, 50.81; 6th, Elise Patek, Shiner St. Paul, 56.34; 7th, Shaelyn Malatek, Shiner St. Paul, 57.76. 3200 2nd, Natalie Jackson, Shiner St. Paul, 12:15.33; 6th, Emma Morgan, Shiner St. Paul, 13:49.51. 400 8th, Mckenzie Bludau, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 1:13.97. 400 relay 2nd, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 53.37; 4th, Shiner St. Paul, 54.60. 800 relay 3rd, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 1:56.86; 5th, Shiner St. Paul, 1:57.79. 1600 relay 3rd, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 4:31.95; 5th, Shiner St. Paul, 4:39.46. 800 6th, Sydney Mikes, Shiner St. Paul, 2:46.87. Discus 5th, Katie Jahn, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 753; 6th, Morgan Hull, Shiner St. Paul, 69-8; 8th, Claire Pavliska, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 60-8. High jump 2nd, Jordan Pawelek, Shiner St. Paul, 4-10; 3rd, Emily Harper, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 4-8; 4th, Madison Etzler, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 4-8; 7th, Natalie Jackson, Shiner St. Paul, 4-6. Long jump 1st, Madison Etzler, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 16-2 ; 2nd, Jaycie Orsak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 16-1 ; 4th, Elise Patek, Shiner St. Paul, 15-5 ; 5th, Morgan Mason, Shiner St. Paul, 15-4 . Pole vault 5th, Madison Etzler, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 7-0; 6th, Amber Walker, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 6-0. Shot put 3rd, Ashlyn Patek, Shiner St. Paul, 34-4 ; 5th, Emily Fikac, Shiner St. Paul, 28-4 ; 7th, Samantha Siegel, Shiner St. Paul, 27-6 . Triple jump 4th, Emily Harper, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 31-7; 5th, Elise Patek, Shiner St. Paul, 31-3 . Boys Team results 5th, Shiner St. Paul, 100 1st, Jonathan Vanek, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 11.25; 3rd, William Pettus, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 11.47; 7th, Trent Janak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 11.83. 200 2nd, Jonathan Vanak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 24.07; 3rd, William Pettus, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 24.77. High jump 2nd, Jacob Barton, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 5-8; T3rd , Sam Wenske, Shiner St. Paul, 5-6; 5th, TJ Bell, Shiner St. Paul, 5-4; 6th, Janak Jacob, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 5-2. Long jump 2nd, Jonathan Vanek, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 21-1; 4th, Scott Stoner, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 19-5; 5th, Jacob Barton, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 19-3. Triple jump 5th, Sam Wenske, Shiner St. Paul, 3810; 7th, Jonathan Vanek, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 36-1. Shot put 3rd, Danson Bludau, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 38-6; 4th, Marco Ynclan, Shiner St. Paul, 37-7 . 800 2nd, Ryan Geiger, Shiner St. Paul, 2:11.65; 8th, Caleb Krischke, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 2:32.26. 110 hurdles 3rd, Scott Stoner,Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 16.42; 5th, Sam Wenske, Shiner St. Paul, 16.72; 6th, Jacob Barton, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 17.42; 8th, Derek Kapavik, 18.04. 800 relay 4th, Shiner St. Paul (Jed Janecek, TJ Bell, Marco Ynclan, Colton Marchart), 1:39.19; 7th, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 1:41.89. 400 5th, Derek Kapavik,Shiner St. Paul, 55.51. 400 relay 1st , Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 44.98. 300 hurdles 4th, Scott Stoner, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 44.87; 6th, Sam Wenske, Shiner St. Paul, 47.38; 7th, Jacob Barton, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 48.57; 8th, William Watson, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 48.58. 1600 relay 3rd, Shiner St. Paul (Jed Janecek, TJ Bell, Ryan Geiger, Derek Kapavik), 3:45.24; 7th, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 4:11.95. Discus 3rd, Nolan Orsak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 101-11; 6th, Danson Bludau, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 966; 7th, Scott Stoner, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 93-10. Pole vault 3rd, Tyler Kraatz, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 9-6; 4th, Trent Janak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 9-6; 5th, Kyle Pettus, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, 7-6.
St. Paul does well in rout of BCS Eagles

By MARK LUBE
SHINER The St. Paul Lady Cardinals softball team had one proud coach in Amye Sevcik, following their 16-1 win over Brazosport Christian in three innings Tuesday night at Shiner Starplex in the TAPPS 2A area round playoff game The girls are playing well right now, she said. We are coming together as a team on the field, in the dugout and off the field. The Lady Eagles smacked a two-out, solo home run over the right-field wall in the top of the first inning but then was outscored 16-0 over the next two and half innings. We had to create our own momemtum,Sevick said. Brazosport Christian warmed up well. We were going to have to push and we did just that. The Lady Cardinals got a two-run homer from Emily Pokluda in the bottom of the first to provide the difference. Sevick said she does not usually highlight individual efforts over the team efforts but said Pokludas contributions were huge for St. Paul. Pitcher Abby Irvin threw just a handful of pitches in the top of the third as the defense took care of the rest. Sevick said the third inning has been the usual spot of difficulty and challenges for St. Paul this year. Not so in their opening playoff game. We really pushed through that third inning, she said. St. Paul got two quick outs to start the game and Shelby Bagwell sailed one over the wall for the 1-0 Lady Eagles lead. I told Abby it happens to the best of us, Sevick said. She was able to recover and do well after that. Morgan Mason got a leadoff hit for St. Paul and
went to second on the sacrifice by Elise Patek, later stole third. Mason came home on the triple by Irvin to tie the game. Pokluda got her home run with two outs to put St. Paul ahead 3-1. Brazosport managed to get a base runner in the second inning but the runner was caught stealing at third to end the inning. For the Lady Cardinals, Ashlyn Patek and Mason got leadoff walks. Patek came in on the bunt single by Elise Patek; Irvin doubled; Malatek doubled
in Elise Patek and Irvin was in on the sacrifice to the shortstop by Pokluda. Morgan Hull was walked and scored on the error on Samantha Siegels ball for a 9-1 St. Paul lead. In the bottom of the third, St. Paul was at the top of the lineup and got four straight hits. Irvins double scored Mason and Elise Patek. Malatek scored on the passed ball; Victoria Kusak got a two-out hit; Siegel singled in Kusak. Emily Malinosky pinch hit in place of Ashlyn Patek; she
was walked, and she and Siegel came in on the hit by Mason to conclude the game.
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AREA SPORTS ROUNDUP Lady Brahmas, Lady Dogs win first round softball series
Softball playoffs The Yoakum Lady Bulldogs won their bi-district series against El Campo winning 4-0 and 3-1. In the first game, Yoakum took a 3-0 lead after two innings and scored one in the sixth inning. Tori Ramert earned the win for the Lady Dogs with one hit, four walks and seven strikeouts. DeDe Darilek was 1-for-3 with an RBI and Sheyanne Chumchal went 3-for-3 with one home run and two RBIs. Hallettsville opened the 2014 playoff campaign with a 19-0 win over Lago Vista Thursday in Seguin. The Lady Brahmas scored 12 runs in the first, four in the second and three more in the third. CoCo Caraway got the win for Hallettsville with one hit and six strikeouts in three innings. Abby Fowlkes pitched in relief with four walks and four strikeouts in two innings. Camille Grahmann was 3-for-3, three runs, triple and two RBIs; Kendyl Lange was 3-for-3, four runs, three RBIs and a double; Alicia Grahmann went 3-for-4, four runs, three RBIs with a pair of doubles; Madison Schindler hit 2-for-3, run, four RBIs and a double; Carley Woytek hit 1-for2, one run; Lana Hickson was 2-for-4, one run, three RBIs and a triple; Heather Henneke was 2-for-4, one run, one RBI and a double; Serena Kutac scored one run; Sierra Wallace plated two runs; Taylor Akenhead was 2-for-2, RBI and a double, and Taylor Mitchon scoring one run. Softball Shiner St. Paul defeated New Braunfels Christian in a doubleheader on April 22, 15-0 in both games. In the first contest, the Lady Cardinals took a 4-0 lead after the first inning and four more in the second before plating seven runs in the third inning. Abby Irvin picked up the win with a no-hitter, one walk and six strikeouts. Morgan Mason was 2-for-3, two runs, one RBI; Elise Patek hit 2-for3, two runs and one RBI; Irvin hit 2-for-3, two runs, three RBIs; Kymberlie Malatek went 2-for-2, three runs and a double; Emily Pokluda was 2-for-2, two runs and two RBIs; Victoria Kusak was 1-for-3 with an RBI; Samantha Siegel was 1-for-2, one run and two RBIs; Ashlyn Patek was 2-for-3, one run and three RBIs; Bella Crawford scored one run. On Thursday, St. Paul defeated Sacred Heart, 9-4, to earn the district title. The Indianettes took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first but St. Paul countered with two in the bottom of the inning. Sacred Heart scored two in the second to get back into the lead and scored once in the fourth for a 4-2 lead. St. Paul scored three in the bottom of the inning, got one in the fifth and three more in the sixth. Irvin picked up the win for Sacred Heart with nine runs on 13 hits, one walk and two strikeouts. Mason batted 2-for-4 with one RBI; Irvin hit 3-for-4, two runs, triple and RBI; Elise Patek was 2-for-4, one run and one RBI; Malatek hit 1-for-4 with one run; Pokluda was 1-for-4, one run, home run and three RBIs; Kusak was 2-for-4, two runs and a double; Morgan Hull was 2-for-2, one run, double and RBI; Siegel was 2-for3, one run, double and RBI/ Baseball The Flatonia Bulldogs concluded the 2014 regular season with a 6-1 win over Shiner on April 22. Shiner took a 1-0 lead after the first inning, the Dogs scored twice in the second inning, plated three runs in the third and scored one in the fourth. Mitchell Mica earned the win for Flatonia and he was 1-for-3 with an RBI double. Gus Venegas was 1-for-2 with an RBI single; Brandon Perez was 1-for-3 and an RBI double; Livan Cedillo went 1-for-2 with RBI sacrifice; Kadden Mikulik was 1-for-2 and Will Bruns hit 1-for-3. The Luling Eagles defeated Nixon-Smiley, 14-5, on Thursday. Luling took a 2-0 lead after the first inning and the Mustangs scored three in the top of the second for the lead. Luling replied with five runs in the bottom of the inning and outscored Nixon-Smiley 1-0 in the third inning. The Mustangs cut the deficit to 8-5 in the top of the fourth, and Luling scored five in the bottom of the inning and brought in one run in the sixth inning. Trevor Grabarkewitz earned the win for Luling with three runs on three hits and one walk while Jarred Zumwalt allowed three runs on two hits, three walks and 10 strikeouts. For Luling at the plate, Juan Ordonez was 3-for-4, double, one run and two RBIs; Anthony Perales was 2-for-4, one run and three RBIs; Austin Hinojosa was 2-for-3, three runs and triple; Grabarkewitz was 1-for-4, one run, RBI and double; Trayden Staton went 1-for-3, two runs, RBI and triple; Bryce Watt went 1-for-3, two runs, triple and two RBIs; Brian Guerrero went 1-for-3, one run; Zumwalt hit, 1-for-3, one run and one RBI; Josh Alvarez hit 1-for-5, one run and one RBI. Nick Pena took the loss for Nixon-Smiley with 14 runs on 12 hits, one walk and two strikeouts in five inning. Jordan Van Auken threw for one inning in relief with one run, one hit and one walk. Rodrigo Acedvedo was 2-for-3, Pena was 1-for-2 with a double and two RBIs; Carlos Rodriguez was 1-for-4, Tom Palacio was 1-for-3 with one run, Logan McMain was 1-for-4 with one run, Diego Pompa scored one run and Jacob Perez added two runs. Hallettsville capped the regular season with a 6-3 win over Stockdale on Friday.
Wednesday Scramble winners
First Place in the April 23 Wednesday Scramble was team of Bill Hyman, Bill Edwards, Tom Sudderth, Eldin Farek and Bill Ploetz (not available for picture). Second Place team was: Keith Pope, Mile Lawler, Doug Kotzebue, Billy Breitschopf, William DeWitt and (not pictured) Dee Tiller. (Courtesy photo)
Running for the good of the community
The Zi Lambda Zeta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi is part of the local community and they are passionate about supporting their community. Donations are made monthly to other non-profit organizations, needy family, local charities & local scholarships. Please join them this Saturday for their 1st Annual Running for our Community Stache Dash. Starting at 8am at the Independence Soccer Field. This is a 5K Run/Walk. Cost is $20.00 and the late entry fee on the day of the event will be $30.00. You may register online at www.athleteguild.com or if you would like to be a Sponsor or donate to our cause, contact us at 830-857-1495. Pictured is Brenda Petru, Dinah Braune, Brenda Caldwell, Karen Fougerat, Kerry Reese and Dee Zavadil.Not pictured is Shari Tate, Paige Rankin and Toni Morgan
Stache Dask 5K is this Saturday

Stache Dash 5K The Stache Dash 5K Run/ Walk Running for our Community will be held Saturday at 8 a.m. at the Gonzales Independence soccer field. Registration is $20 before Friday and $30 on the day of the race, and participants will receive a T-shirt if registered by April 15. For more information, call 830-857-1495 or email to dee@gvec.net. Gonzales High School sports banquet May 5 The Apache Booster Club will host the annual Sports Banquet on May 5 at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at the High School Athletic office from Anita Dement. Palmetto Explorer Academy Palmetto State Park will be holding the Palmetto Explorer Academy for chil-
dren ages 8-12, June 2-5, 9-12 and 16-19 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost will be $119 a week, and covers material programs and one T-Shirt. Each child will have to provide his/her own lunch and snacks. For more information, contact Adam Bain at Palmetto State Park at 830672-3266, Ext. 225, 830203-8922 or email to adam. bain@tpwd.state.tx.us.
Local softball, baseball playoff pairings

Softball Class 3A area round Yoakum vs Navarro. Best of three at Cedar Creek High School Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7 p.m. Game 2, Friday at 7 p.m. Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 11 a.m. Class 2A area round Hallettsville vs Danbury. Best of three. To be played at Port Lavaca Calhoun High School. Game 1, Friday at 6 p.m. Game 2, Saturday at 5 p.m. Game 3, if needed, 30 minutes after game 2 Class 1A area round Shiner vs Normangee. Best of three, played at Brenham High School. Game 1, Thursday (today), at 7 p.m. Game 2, Friday at 6 p.m. Game 3, if needed, 30 minutes after Game 2. TAPPS 1A/2A regional Shiner St. Paul vs Pasadena First Baptist. One game series Tuesday, site and time TBA Hallettsville Sacred Heart vs Bellville Faith Academy. One game series Tuesday, site and time TBA Baseball Class 3A bi-district Yoakum vs El Campo. Best of three. Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7:30 p.m. in El Campo. Game 2, Friday at 7:30 p.m. in Yoakum. Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 4 p.m. in El Campo Cuero vs Bellville. Best of three, played in Weimar. Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7:30 p.m. Game 2, Saturday at 2 p.m. Game 3, if needed, 45 minutes after Game 2. Class 2A bi-district Luling vs Blanco. Best of three. Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7 p.m. in Blanco. Game 2, Saturday at 4 p.m. in Luling. Game 3, if needed, after Game 2. Hallettsville vs Johnson City. Best of three series. Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7 p.m. in Johnson City. Game 2, Saturday at 3 p.m. in Hallettsville. Game 3, if needed, will follow Game 2. Class 1A bi-district Flatonia vs Mumford. Best of three. Game 1, Thursday (today) at 7 p.m. in Mumford. Game 2, Friday at 5 p.m. in Flatonia. Game 3, if needed, 7:30 p.m. or after Game 2. TAPPS 2A bi-district Hallettsville Sacred Heart vs PasaAustin Casares (right) of the Gonzales Special Olymdena First Baptist. One game series pics takes a handoff from Josh Branch in the 400-meDate, time and site TBA ter relay event during a Special Olympics meet April 11 in Yoakum.(Courtesy photo)
Gonzales Special Olympics action
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2014 Gonzales Main Street Concert Series & Star Spangled Spectacular
Every Friday in June & Friday, July 4th On Confederate Square in Downtown Gonzales, Texas
Little League scenes
Music Games for Children Wagon Rides Fun for the Whole Family
Attention coaches or managers! Please email or send game reports with as many names as possible for the weekly Little League page . Reports should include scores (if applicable) and highlights with as many names as possible. Send reports and photos to sportseditor@gonzalescannon.com or fax to 830672-7111.
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LOST & FOUND

Lost all white male English Retriever. Name - Indy 2 yrs. Old. Lost in Saturn area, he has a chip. 949-878-0508. ---------------------------Lost Chihuahua. Weighs about 2.5 lbs, tan with black stripe down back. Wearing a pink collar, answers to Bella. Last seen when let out of house for potty break in Green DeWitt Village Apartments. Please call 263-0498, she is very special to owner. ---------------------------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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NOTICES
Busco por una pareja de baile. Busco por una mujer que quiere bailer.Una que sabe como bailar o que quiere aprender bailes. Yo bailo swing, hustle, tango , waltz, 2 step, salsa, meringue, cha cha, y unos oltros bailes. Llamame a 832 235 9662 Soy Americano y hablo Espanol. me llamo John. ---------------------------Female dance partner wanted. Must be someone that wants to dance. May know how to dance or may not. All kinds of dance. Willing to train. Contact John at 832-235-9662. ---------------------------Gonzales Master Gardeners need Black Walnut seeds for 3rd grade planting project. Need 2013 seeds. Call Nancy Fostes at 512-4314444. ---------------------------FREE GED classes, day (M T W and Th, 8:30 to noon) and night (M and W 6:30 to 9), Gonza-
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les 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 512-6657327.
HELP WANTED
manager@gonzalescannon.com. Help Wanted: General Help needed - Must have valid drivers license, mature, concrete & lawn maintenance & equipment experience helpful. Needed immediately, long term employment. Apply in person, 5233 N. US Hwy 183, Gonzales. ---------------------------CITY OF GONZALES Help Wanted: Lifeguards, cashier for swimming pool. SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM: Counselors, Monday-Friday 8-12pm. PARKS: Equipment Operator (June to August 8-5pm). You can pick up an application at City Hall at 820 St. Joseph. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-screen drug test and physical. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer and encourages interested parties to apply. ---------------------------Mr. Taco is now hiring for all positions.
HELP WANTED
Apply in person at 726 Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales. ---------------------------CDL DRIVERS WANTED J.M. Oilfield Service, a family oriented company is seeking professional & reliable Class A CDL employees. Requirements: 2 years experience tanker and must be willing to get HazMat endorsement ASAP. Call 830672-8000. ---------------------------AVON Representatives Wanted! Great earning opportunities! Buy or Sell! Call 830-672-2271, Independent Sales Rep.
GARAGE SALES
Sound, chainsaw, tools, aiar compressor, jewelry, books, toys, M-W-C clothes & more. Off FM 2984, Luling. 830-8759446.
MISC. FOR SALE

Storage carrying cases. Will sell in lots of 50, $2.00 each. Includes carrying/ storage case. 830437-2046. ---------------------------White Westinghouse Upright Freezer. 6x3, very good condition. $250. 830-437-2046. ---------------------------For Sale: 30 ft. steel angled steel trusses. Very heavy duty. For barns and steel structured buildings. $500 a piece. Call 713-449-7464. ---------------------------2 man paddle boat. Call Larry with inquiry. 830-857-5142. ---------------------------Kuhn 800 lb Heavy Duty Disc Mower. 3 point hookup. Located in Moulton. 361-401-0676. ---------------------------Brand new stainless steel refrigerator. 24 cu. ft. New, $1,029, will sell for $750. Cash only. 830-2632482. ---------------------------25 cu. ft. fridge/ freezer. Great condition. Running now to prevent any possibility of mold/mildew. Must pick up. $200. Call Chico, 830-2631445 or 830-2632103. ---------------------------Pergo laminated flooring, locks together, glue not necessary. Approx. 110 sq. ft. uncut - 135 sq. ft. total with cut pieces. Good to VG. Pickup only. $100. Call Chico, 830-263-1445 or 830-263-2103. ---------------------------PTO Irrigation Pump - New $3,500, will sell for $1,500. Call
MISC. FOR SALE

830-263-4126. ---------------------------Low Boy Trailer. 5x10. $625. 361-208-3565 anytime. For Sale. 140 joints of 2 3/8 pip. $5,600 firm. 830-480-8098. ---------------------------For Sale: Modern Coke Vending Machine. Cans, Bottles, adjustable bin. Bill changer. Runs great. $425/obo. 830-3399087. ---------------------------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. 830-263-2482. ---------------------------Beautiful size 5, Girls dresses, jeans, tops, leggings, etc. for sale. Name Brands. Like new. Very Reasonable. 830-5403382. ---------------------------New Crop Papershell Pecans available. In-shell, $2.50 lbs or Cracked, $3.00 lb. Contact Jason Pape, 830-203-0084 or Jennifer Pape, 830203-0602. ---------------------------Craftsman leaf blower. 200 mph air blower. $65. 361293-3565. ---------------------------Antique claw foot tub. Pretty good shape. $200 firm. 512-656-0521. ---------------------------For Sale: Dometic Retractable Awning for Travel Trailer. New arms. 20 ft. long, 20 ft. wide. $575/obo. 830-857-5720. ---------------------------Longwheel base shell, for pickup, like new. $500. 361-8653727. ---------------------------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 hook-up. Parking space for travel trailer. Electric & water. Call 672-2335 or 478607-1178.
MISC. FOR SALE

For Sale: Refrigerator/freezer $200, been plugged in at my storage unit. Barely used, runs like new. Also have a 290 pound free weight set includes all plates and chrome Olympic bar, $175. Call 830519-4012. ---------------------------16 ft. lowboy trailer, heavy frame, new tires. New lights, good deck, 2 inch bulldog hitch. New spare tire. $800. 830263-2482. ---------------------------Musical Equipment PA System. Kustom 8 Ch. 400 Watt System, 2 15 Spkrs, 1 12 Monitor Spkr. Stands. Lots of wires, 4 microphones w/ cables. Mic stand with gooseneck, $1,200. Guitar Amplifier - Fender Princeton Chorus 125W w/pedals and catalogs, recently overhauled. $125. Shure UT-4 wireless remote microphone w/carrying case, $100. Navy UWS-1K wireless guitar remote, $75. Call 830437-2046. ---------------------------Christmas Tree - artificial 7 ft. Loads of lights, garland, ornaments. $75.00. 830437-2046. ---------------------------Baseball Cap Collection. Never worn. 200 assorted Business/school etc. with
HELP WANTED
ROUTE DRIVER NEEDED: The Gonzales Cannon, your regional news weekly, is seeking a delivery route driver to help circulate our newspaper to racks in our five-countyarea each Thursday. Qualified applicants should have a small van or other covered vehicle with good driving record and insurance. Pay will include a weekly stipend plus mileage. To inquire, contact General Manager Dave Mundy at 830-6727100 or e-mail to
GARAGE SALES
Templo Bethel Pentecostes Church 1104 St. Paul St. Will hold their monthly rummage sale in the Reception Hall. Fri & Sat, May 2nd & 3rd, from 8 am to 4 pm ---------------------------SALE THURSDAY & FRIDAY ONLY MAY 1 & 2 8:00 am - 6 pm Thursday. 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Friday 307 E. Wallace St. ---------------------------Saturday, 8-1. Greenwood Hills, FM 2091 N., 4th house. M-W girls clothes, household items, toys, TVs misc. ---------------------------Indoor/Outdoor Yard Sale. Corner of CR 28 and 90B. Furniture, odds-n-ends. Friday & Saturday, 8-5. ---------------------------Garage Sale: Friday & Saturday, 8-4. Playstation 2, exercise bike, JVC Surround
LEGAL NOTICES
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The City of Gonzales is requesting proposals for the cutting and bailing of hay located at the J.B. Wells Park located south of Gonzales on Hwy 183. Each prospective bidder will state in their proposal the amount they are willing to pay the City of Gonzales for each standard size round bale. Bids should be delivered to City Hall on or before 5:00 p.m., Wednesday May 5, 2014, and marked: Attention Kristina Vega, City Secretary, Hay Proposal. This contract will last for the 2014 summer season. Please contact Mike Jeffrey at (830)263-0335 for any questions regarding the Hay Proposal or to inspect the property.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Steven L. Wampler, Deceased, were issued on April 28, 2014, in Cause No. PW14-9656, pending in the County Court of Gonzales County, Texas, to: Maria C. Wampler. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: M. Elizabeth Raxter Attorney at Law P.O. Box 281 Lockhart, TX 78644
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

CITY OF GONZALES CITY COUNCIL
The City Council of the City of Gonzales, by this instrument, notifies the public of a PUBLIC HEARING on the following project that has been presented to the City Council for their consideration. The below listed properties are partially zoned as Single Family Residential District(R-1) and partially as Heavy Commercial District(C-2), in order for the entire property to have the same zoning designation the property owner is requesting that the portion of the property that is zoned Single Family Residential District (R-1) be re-zoned to Heavy Commercial District(C-2). In addition to that change they are asking to rezone the other three properties from Single Family Residential(R-1) to Heavy Commercial District (C-2). PROPERTY OWNER: Sara & Spencer Breitschopf LEGAL DESCRIPTION: PT 15 Kings 4th; PT Lot 15 Kings 4th, PT 14, 22 Kings 4th; PT 15 and 22 Kings 4th PARCEL: 13080, 24805, 13065, 13066 The City Council will hold a Public Hearing May 13, 2014 at the Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph St. at 6:00 p.m., to allow for public comment on this project. The City Council encourages citizens to participate in the public comment and public hearing stages of all Planning & Zoning Commission projects presented to the City Council for their review. Citizens unable to attend meetings may submit their views to Kristina Vega, City Secretary for the City of Gonzales, by mailing them to P.O. Drawer 547, Gonzales, TX 78629. For additional information, contact the City Secretary office at (830)672-2815.
AUCTION
DATED the 29th day of April, 2014. /s/ M. Elizabeth Raxter M. ELIZABETH RAXTER Attorney for Attorney for Maria C. Wampler State Bar No.: 24050084 P.O. Box 281 Lockhart, TX 78644 Telephone: (512) 398-6996 Facsimile: (480) 393-4437
801 CR 488, Gonzales, TX 78629

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ESTATE AUCTION
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

CITY OF GONZALES CITY COUNCIL
The City Council of the City of Gonzales, by this instrument, notifies the public of a PUBLIC HEARING on the following project that has been presented to the Council for their consideration: The City of Gonzales will hold a Public Hearing to discuss structures listed below which have been determined to be in a dangerous condition posing a threat to the health and safety of the general public and the occupants of the building, if any. These dangerous conditions must be removed or remedied by repairing or altering the building or by demolishing it. Property Address Legal Description 1121 Hamilton MID PT 3 11 Badgers 1506 Hickston 619 St James PT 26-27 Juengermann Blk 9 PT Lot 5 & PT Lot 6 Property Owner Sandra Sue Logan Henrichs Ronald Ford Logan Frances J Kelley Eusebio Deleon
13% B.P., Credit Cards, Cash or Checks James Molnoskey Auctioneer TX#15091 512/557-3333
Gun Safe, Canoe, Antiques, Prints, Furniture, Coins, Jewelry, Yard Art, Collectibles, Pottery, Appliances. Pottery Auction 9:00-10:00 a.m.
LEGAL NOTICES
NOTICE FOR PROPOSALS

The Gonzales County Appraisal District is seeking proposals for Group Health/Life/AD&D Insurance. A statement of the current benefit specifications may be obtained from the district office free of charge. Proposals must be received by the Gonzales County Appraisal District office, 928 St. Paul Street, P. O. Box 867, Gonzales, Texas 78629, no later than 12:00 Noon on Thursday, May 15, 2014. All proposals must be addressed to Lauren Clampit, Chairman, Board of Directors. All proposals must be sealed and marked on the outside of the envelope Group Health/Life/AD&D Insurance. Proposals will be opened at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2014, at the Appraisal District office located at 928 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629. The contract will be awarded at the regular Board of Directors meeting to be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 928 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, Texas. All persons submitting proposals are welcome to attend the proposal opening and the Board of Directors meeting. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. If a proposal is accepted it will be the proposal considered most advantageous to the Gonzales County Appraisal District. All parties submitting proposals shall use lump sum pricing. The method of payment will not be more often than monthly from the Districts General Operating Fund. No bond is required.
The City Council will hold a Public Hearing May 13, 2014 at the Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph St. at 6:00 p.m., to allow for public comment on this project. The City Council encourages citizens to participate in the public comment and public hearing stages of all City Council projects. The meeting facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Request for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting.Citizens unable to attend meetings may submit their views to Kristina Vega, City Secretary for the City of Gonzales, by mailing them to P.O. Drawer 547, Gonzales, TX 78629. For additional information, contact the City Secretary office at (830)-672-2815.
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CLASSIFIEDS
MISC. FOR SALE
16 Rim, 8 holes, 2 new 14 tires, 2 used 14 tire & rim, 1 used 15 tire and rim. Oak Dining Table. 361594-4307. ---------------------------Greenhouses for Sale, 30ftx100ft, as is where, you pick up, at Harwood, intersection of 90 & 304. Contact: 281-7887500. ---------------------------National Geographics in leather bound slip cases. 1982-2000 & maps. Make an offer. Call 437-2046. ---------------------------Toro Weedeater, 4 string. $75. 361-2083565. ---------------------------Restaurant Tables. Formica. 2 seats & 4 seats. $50 each. 8753028. ---------------------------Mens used jeans great condition. $5/ pair. 32x29, 32x30, 32x32, 35x30, 35x32, 36x30. One pair 32 waist shorts. Call 830-672-1106. ---------------------------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. ---------------------------55 Gallon metal or Plastic Drums. Volume Discounts. $5.00 each. 830-8574321. ---------------------------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 830-519-4176 (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, 672-6383 or 857-3827. ---------------------------Unicorn Collection for Sale. Call Frances between 9pm-10am, 830-857-6476. ---------------------------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. 361-2933571. ---------------------------For Sale: ORGANIC 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.
MISC. FOR SALE

tall headboard, bed frame, oak dining table, antique egg incubator, entertainment center, lamp stand w/drawers, booth dining table, planter boxes. 361594-4307. ---------------------------Large amount quality items. Everything $85.00; worth about $300. Health problems prevent garage sale. In Lockhart. Mel, 512-376-9396. ---------------------------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 512917-4078. ---------------------------Stain Glass Window, white tail deer. $275. 512-917-4078.
FARM EQUIPMENT
3571. ---------------------------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.
AUTOS
361-771-5483. ---------------------------2004 Nissan Altima, 3.5, 6 cyl, AC, Auto trans., power, cruise, gray metallic w/gray interior. One owner. $6,500. 830-5403382. ---------------------------2004 Infinity G35, 95,000 miles. Leather seats, sunroof, great condition, new tires. 512-775-4399. ---------------------------2005 CTS Cadillac, 4-door, V-6. Brand new tires and chrome wheels. $8,800 firm. Call 830-672-1106, leave message if no answer. ---------------------------For sale: Mercury Grand Marquis. Metallic Jade Green Effect. 22 inch rims. C.D. Player. Runs great. $4,000. 830-203-8841. Thomas. Serious calls only. ---------------------------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
of Schulenburg, 800369-6888. (RBI 32896) ---------------------------One bedroom mobile home. Almost new. One bathroom, on 10 acres of land, cow pens, arena, electric gate, shed, very nice. 6545 Hwy. 304. 830203-1953. ---------------------------For sale: Doublewide Mobile Home, 3BR/2 full baths. Good Condition. 830-203-8977. ---------------------------Belmont RV Park. We have FEMA trailers for sale. From $2,500 & up or rent to own. Please call 830-424-3600.
MHs FOR RENT

Lighted parking on gravel base side pasture. One year lease. $1,300 month plus deposit. 979-3883170, 979-798-5398. ---------------------------Mobile Homes for rent 3 bedroom/1bath, $695; 2 bedroom/2 bath, $695; 3 bedroom/2 bath, $895, all are fully furnished, air/heat, PT Security Guard. 900 Old Shiner Rd., Yoakum, 361-582-6593. ---------------------------For Sale or Lease. 3 BR Trailer House, 2 RV Spots. Leesville. 830-433-0603.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Store Manager Trainee

Apply in person or fax resume to
627 N. St. Paul, Gonzales, Texas 78629 830-672-1300 phone 830-672-3465 fax
Now Hiring
FURNITURE
Big solid oak lawyers desk. $50. 830-6723089. ---------------------------Beds & furniture for sale. 512-656-0521. ---------------------------High table, ceramic, w/4 chairs, Loveseat, 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. 830-2038977, text or call. ---------------------------3 latex mattress topper. Queen size. Like new, paid $300, asking $150. 512-9212792. ---------------------------Dresser, $50. Couch, $75, good shape. 1725 Seydler St. #26. Betty, 830-857-4125. ---------------------------Large Oak desk w/ 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.
MHs FOR RENT

3BD/3BA, newly remodeled, new appliances. In the country about 8 miles out toward Shiner. Rent $650/mo, plus $650 deposit. Shown by appt. only. References required. No dogs or cats inside, one outdoor dog only. Call Brud Brown, 830-203-0386. ---------------------------2/2 Mobile Home, fenced yard, 16 ft deck. Brand new appliances (fridge, stove), brand new carpet, w/d, AC, heating. Very nice. Located 5 miles North on 304. No smoking, no indoor pets. Call for information, 830263-4530. ---------------------------CR 284, Country Living. 3 Bedroom/2 bath, all appliances, AC/Heat, Fireplace, 3 porches/front covered. Carport and Morgan storage.
ROOMS FOR RENT

Room for Rent 1BD/1BA, private entrance. 830-8574162. ---------------------------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. 713501-3416. ---------------------------Room for rent for working person. 1BR/1BA. Quiet neighborhood. Call 203-7146 after 4 p.m.
General Farm Labor

Vacation, Sick Leave, Hosp. Ins., Dental, Vision, 401K, ESOP. Apply in person at: Cal-Maine foods, Inc., 1680 CR431 Waelder, Texas 78959. Mon-Friday, 7-4 pm. Telephone number 830-540-4105
Benefits include:
FIREWOOD
MESQUITE BBQ WOOD FOR SALE in Gonzales County. All sizes and shapes, ready to use. (830) 672-6265. ---------------------------Firewood: Pickup load is $60.00. If you haul. Delivered is $85. Call: 830-5404430.
MOBILE HOMES
2014 Super Special - 3 bedrooms 2 bath $29,900 delivered and set. 800-369-6888. Open till 6 pm 7 days a week. Fayette Country Homes of Schulenburg. (RBI 32896) ---------------------------Repos - Used - Trade INS from 1 bedroom single to 2,000 Sq. Ft. Doublewides, clean and refurbished - Save Thousands. Fayette Country Homes of Schulenburg. 979743-6192. Open to 6pm daily. (RBI 32896) ---------------------------This Months Special - Large 2014 Doublewide, 3 bedroom, 2 bath Super Energy Package. $49,900, Delivered, Set, Air. Fayette Country Homes, 800-369-6888. Open 7 days a week. (RBI 32896). Tierraverdehomes.com. ---------------------------We Buy Used Mobile Homes. Must not be older than 90 model. We will also buy land the home is on. Fayette Country Homes
Call 672-7100 to place your free garage sale ad.

HELP WANTED
Credit Manager Needed in Gonzales:

Position processes new credit applications, establishes credit accounts, manages collection process, coordinates with legal and collection agencies. Must be able to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Required Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree from four year college or university, over five years of previous credit management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EMAIL: lmbaker@cmfoods.com
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.
HELP WANTED
AUTOS
For Sale: 4 farm trucks, $2,000 each, or $7,000 for all. Call 325-200-9997. ---------------------------2001 Mitsubishi Spider convertible. Runs great. $3,900/ obo. 512-738-7134. ---------------------------Ford Fusion, 2013. Only 7K miles. Excellent condition. $17,500. 830-4372046. ---------------------------2007 Chevy Equinox, 45,000 miles. $12,000. 2005 PT Cruiser, Convertible, 100,000 miles, $6,000. Call 830-2030502. ---------------------------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.
The Gonzales County Sheriffs Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Correction Officer. A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. A criminal history, psychological exam, drug screen, and background investigation will be conducted as required. Qualified applicants may apply at the Gonzales County Sheriffs Office located at 1713 E. Sarah DeWitt Drive, Gonzales, TX. Call (830) 672-6524 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. during the week for application information. Applications will be accepted even if open positions have been filled. Applications will remain on file for a minimum of one year. Starting Correctional Officers pay is $14.81 hourly, for uncertified Jailers, $15.26 hourly for certified Jailers after completing a 6 month probation period. Room for advancement is available. Benefits through Gonzales County are paid medical insurance and $10,000 life insurance, $3,000 accidental death & dismemberment, retirement, holiday, vacation and sick time. Additional benefits are available. The Gonzales County Sheriffs Office is also accepting applications for a part time bailiff, must be a licensed police officer, starting pay $21.58 hour, with no additional benefits. The Gonzales County Sheriffs Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FARM EQUIPMENT
For Sale: 4 farm trucks, $2,000 each, or $7,000 for all. Call 325-200-9997. ---------------------------Going out of business sale: 2004 Mahindra 5500 Tractor (less than 900 hours) w/Frontend Loader Hay Spear and Bucket. 2009 Trip Hopper (Uses vehicle Battery). Holds 1.5 ton of cubes. Hesston Round Baler - (Makes 40x44 bales). Hay Rake (Old model but serves purpose). Shown by appointment only. Call 210825-3638 or 830214-0323 to make arrangements. ---------------------------Ford 8N Tractor w/ disk, plow, buster. $3,500.00. 361-293-
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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.
Production Operators
BYK Additives Inc. (formerly Southern Clay Products) Gonzales, TX
Operator Job Requirements:
- A high school diploma, or GED, and - the ability to learn how to operate plant processing equipment - able to work rotating shifts and/or weekend work - the ability to drive a forklift after training - demonstrated communication skills, initiative & good judgement in problem-solving - work safely, following rules and procedures - lift up to 55 lbs frequently
NOW HIRING
Full Time CDL-A-X Crude Oil Transport Drivers Needed. Local Hauling-Home Daily, Well Maintained Fleet, Weekly Paycheck, Paid Orientation/ Training, Vacation, 401K, Life, Medical, Dental, Vision. Minimum of 12 months T/T or Tanker experience required. Call Lori Hernandez 800/737-9981 or visit us online at www.MIPE.com
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
- 1+ years trade school education - Supervisory potential - 2 years of industrial or plant work experience and forklift experience
We are looking for team players to provide unique services.
Apply now: - at the local Texas Workforce Solutions Office, or - at the BYK Additives office, or - by faxing your resume to 830-672-1902
BYK Additives Inc. offers a competitive total compensation package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BYK Additives Inc. 1212 Church Street, Gonzales, TX 78629
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MHs FOR RENT
2/2 Mobile Home, fenced yard, 16 ft deck. Brand new appliances (fridge, stove), brand new carpet, w/d, AC, heating. Very nice. Located 5 miles North on 304. No smoking, no indoor pets. Call for information, 830-2634530. -------------------------CR 284, Country Living. 3 Bedroom/2 bath, all appliances, AC/Heat, Fireplace, 3 porches/front
MHs FOR RENT

covered. Carport and Morgan storage. Lighted parking on gravel base side pasture. One year lease. $1,300 month plus deposit. 979-388-3170, 979-798-5398. -------------------------Mobile Homes for rent 3 b e d ro o m / 1 b a t h , $695; 2 bedroom/2 bath, $695; 3 bedroom/2 bath, $895, all are fully furnished, air/heat, PT Security Guard. 900
MHs FOR RENT

Old Shiner Rd., Yoakum, 361-582-6593. -------------------------For Sale or Lease. 3 BR Trailer House, 2 RV Spots. Leesville. 830-433-0603.
HOMES FOR RENT

832-3163. -------------------------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. -------------------------2 bedroom, 1 bath house in Gonzales for rent. Fridge, Microwave, Stove and can be fully furnished. Remodeled last year with new hardwood floors, Central Air, bathroom tile, $1,050/ mo. 830-542-9743. -------------------------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. 830-
HOMES FOR RENT

914-4044. -------------------------1ST MONTH 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, 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
HOMES FOR RENT

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.
FOR LEASE
it. 979-388-3170, 979-798-5398. -------------------------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)
APTS. FOR RENT

(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.
ROOMS FOR RENT

Room for Rent 1BD/1BA, private entrance. 830-8574162. -------------------------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.
HOME SERVICES
Need your home cleaned for springtime? Call Nancy, 830-339-0727. -------------------------Lady will do housework, cooking, cleaning, babysitting, taking care of elderly people. References. 361-2128731. -------------------------DBK Advertising Checkbook balancing, document preparation, WordPerfect Works 8, Color or Black and white - all done on compter. Cheap. DanielKeith@hotmail.com, preferred or DanielKeith564@ yahoo.com. Call 437-5142. -------------------------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. -------------------------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. Call Terry, (830) 8575927. -------------------------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 830203-0735. -------------------------Sewing & Alterations. Jo West. 830-203-5160. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m.
HELP WANTED
Local Area, Home every Night Vacation, Sick Leave, Hosp. Ins., Dental, Vision, 401K, ESOP. Apply in person at: Cal-Maine foods, Inc., 1680 CR431 Waelder, Texas 78959. Mon-Friday, 7-4 pm. Telephone number 830-540-4105
EMAIL: lmbaker@cmfoods.com
CDL Driver
Benefits include:
HELP WANTED
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.
HOMES FOR RENT

Beautifully furnished home for rent Completely furnished 3BR/2 full bath home for rent in downtown Gonzales, Tx. Beautiful executive style master bedroom with 2 additional bedrooms. Hme is furnished to accommodate up to 7 people total. All appliances including refrigerator, range, full-size washer and dryer, microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster oven and all kitchen supplies included. All towels, sheets, linens also included. Housekeeping service and all utilities, cable TV, high speed internet included. Short term and long term lease available. $3,500-$4,000 per month depending on number of people and lease terms. Security deposit and application required. Please call 437-386-0929 for more information. -------------------------CR 284, Country Living. 3 Bedroom/2 bath, all appliances, AC/Heat, Fireplace, 3 porches/front covered. Carport and Morgan storage. Lighted parking on gravel base side pasture. One year lease. $1,300 month plus deposit. 979-388-3170, 979-798-5398. -------------------------Nixon Area. 3/2, like new, CA/CH, washer/dryer hookups. $1,000 per month. 830-857-6921. -------------------------Home for rent. 507 St. Michael. 1,700 Sq. ft, 3/2. $1,050/ mo., $600/dep. 830-
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.
CONDOS
Vacation Beach Condo 4/2 efficiency w/ kitchenette & balcony in Port Aransas. Golf, courtyard & pool use by owner. Daily or Weekly. Call 830-660-9118.
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.
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

Office space for rent. 19x15. Private entrance, Wi-Fi, Electricity included. 512-694-6430. -------------------------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. 830423-2103. -------------------------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

Efficiency Apartment. Lake Gonzales. Weekly and monthly rates. Utilities. TV provided. No pets. non-smoking. Bob. 830-2039790. Have pictures. -------------------------Apartment, completely redecorated, fully furnished, WiFI & Cable. 2BR/2BA, w/d, covered parking, nice neighborhood, minimum 6 month lease, deposit & 1 month rent in advance. Available on March 24, rent starts April 1st. Monthly rent + utilities. Call for appointment, 830672-6265. -------------------------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, fullytiled 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
HELP WANTED
Join our Team of Quality Professionals!

Immediate nursing openings! Emergency Department R.N., Charge Full-time Emergency Department Day Shift ACLS, PALS & TNCC certifications required. Minimum one-year experience required Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
LAWN & GARDEN

Lawn mowing service. No job too big or small. Call 830-263-0383 for free estimate. Also do weed spraying around fences. Will beat any price. Gonzales area. -------------------------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)
FOR LEASE
CR 284, Country Living. 3 Bedroom/2 bath all appliances, AC/Heat, Fireplace, 3 porches/front covered. Carport and Morgan storage. Lighted parking on gravel base side pasture. One year lease. $1,300 month plus depos-
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R.N., Charge prn (as needed) Emergency Department Day & night shifts ACLS, PALS & TNCC certifications required. Minimum one-year experience required. Competitive salary. Intensive Care Unit R.N., Charge prn (as needed) Intensive Care Unit Day & night shifts Certifications required. Minimum one-year experience required Competitive salary. Apply in person or online at www.yoakumhospital.org 1200 Carl Ramert Drive Yoakum, Texas 77995 Equal Opportunity Employer
Part Time Instructor Needed for Certified Nurse Aide Training

Victoria College is hiring part time instructors to teach the Certified Nurse Aide Course in Victoria, Port Lavaca, Cuero and Gonzales locations. Must be a licensed LVN or RN with the State of Texas and have one year recent experience in Long Term Care. Previous teaching experience preferred. To complete the VC on line application visit VictoriaCollege.edu>Quick
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RVS FOR RENT
30 ft. travel trailer for rent one mile from town on Hwy. 97 east. Rent is $300 a week or $1,000 a month with a $500.00 deposit for monthly rent. All utilities paid, fully furnished, Direct TV, full bathroom, private area and great parking. Call 830857-3538 or 830857-4491 to have a look or more information. ---------------------------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 820203-9255 ---------------------------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, 830-351-0943. 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. 830-203-9255 or 361-790-6305. ---------------------------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. 830-305-6926. ---------------------------Office or Living Trailers for lease or buy. Peyton, 512-9485306; David, 713252-1130. ---------------------------RV Rentals available at Belmont RV Park Estates. Pool, Laundromat. Call Richard, 830-556-6905.
RV SITES RENT
et, fair prices. 830857-6921.
LIVESTOCK
* 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, 830203-0477. ---------------------------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: #. 830-5600238. ---------------------------Fancy Feathers Bantams. Feather Duster Roos. Colors, pairs, $20. Will deliver to Gonzales. 512-2725147. ---------------------------For Sale: ORGANIC EGGS. Free Range chickens. $2.00 dozen. Will deliver to Gonzales weekly. 830-540-3536. ---------------------------For Sale: 2 & 3 year old red & black Brangus Bulls. No Papers. Good selection. Call 830-437-5772. ---------------------------Black Limousin and Angus Heifers and Bulls, Gentle Increase your weaning weights. Established breeder since 1971. Delivery available 979 561- 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 830857-3866. ---------------------------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. 830-6726265, 830-857-4251.
REAL ESTATE
erals, $450,000. To view call 830-8570986. ---------------------------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. ---------------------------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 call 956202-5629 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. 830-203-8492. ---------------------------3 Bedroom, 2 bath brick home 3 miles from Gonzales on an acre. $129,000. Robin Baker, 830-3052959. Remax Professional Realty. ---------------------------4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appliances, remodeled, new master bath. 830857-6488. ---------------------------House for Sale/To Be Moved: 3BR/1Ba
REAL ESTATE
frame house, pier & beam foundation, central A/H. Buyer responsible for moving house from property, $6,000. 830-857-4172.
MISC. SERVICES
Belmont RV Park. Propane Services. Call 830-424-3600 or 830-556-6905. ---------------------------Pampered Chef Demonstrator. 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://www. pamperedchef.biz/ zavadil. Dee Zavadil, 830-857-1495. ---------------------------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 7 13-203-2814 or 281415-6108. License #M18337 ---------------------------No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment.
MISC. SERVICES
MISC. SERVICES
BOATS FOR SALE

Pontoon boat. Good seats, good stereo, good trailer. Motor needs 90 Force Powerhead. $2,500. 830857-5106.
LAND
$2,500 for property to unload rail ties. Contact (325)2009997. ---------------------------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, 713-252-1130 ; Peyton, 512-9485306. ---------------------------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 512299-1627. ---------------------------75 Acres Gillispie Co. 10 Min. N. of Fredericksburg. Hwy. Frontage, Hunting, Investment or Retirement. $7,500 acre. swk@ gvec.net ---------------------------Wanted to lease land for cattle grazing. Must have water and fences. Contact Mitchell Hardcastle, 830-857-4544.
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 830-875-9126 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.
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
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 830-857-4670.
152 Acres. Southwest of Gonzales on FM 1116. Hilltop, stone, 3/2.5, pool, hot-tub, patio. Good grazing & oaks & brush for wildlife. 2 stock tanks. 1,035,000 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 424 Acres. Cheapside. Pens, tanks, some oaks. SOLD $3,850 per acre. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 250 Acres. South Goliad. Good oaks, brush, and grazing. WellCONTRACT fenced andPENDING watered. Paved road just off US 183. $3,975/ac. with 1/8 minerals. Not leased. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 106 Acres. Rockport. Minutes to water, fine dining. Good oaks, coastal bermuda. Nice home plus modular home. Some minerals. $1,400,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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.
PETS
3 male Bo-Dach (Boston Terrier & Dachshund) puppies for free. 830-2634602. ---------------------------Free medium size puppy to good home. Loves kids and other animals. 830-857-8660. ---------------------------ANUE Pet Grooming. 7 days a week. Hand/ Scissor Cut. Small, $20 & $30; Medium, $35 & $40; Medium/ Large, $45. Ask for Susan. 361-2581505.
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HUNTING LEASES
5 experienced hunters looking for at least 800+ acres for hunting in Westhoff area. Bill Cain, 281684-0165.
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.
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WANTED
Im looking for a 1959 GISD yearbook. Call Jimmy at 361571-6888.
LIVESTOCK
Goats for Sale. Call 361-208-3565. ---------------------------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. ---------------------------Horse for Sale. 7 year old mare. Not ridden in 2 years. $200.00. Call 203-1104 or 4372370. ---------------------------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. 361-7715483. ---------------------------For Sale: Black & Red Brangus Bulls. 2 & 3 yrs. old. Good selection. No papers. 830437-5772. (9-19-13) ---------------------------Rabbits for Sale. With cages, with feeders & waterers. all for $250. 361-293-3571, house; 361-2083565, cell. ---------------------------Bulls for Sale. Black Angus and Black Limousin. Breeding ages. Gentle. Delivery available. 979263-5829. ---------------------------Bull For Sale:
The Settlement at Patriot Ranch - Approx. 5,249 sq. Commercial Lease. 2 story metal office building on ft. custom home on 10 acres at approx. 520 eleva- 1.18 acres. Reception, 2 offices, office/break area tion, 3 BD/4BA/3 car garage with media room, dry with small kitchen area and shop. Conveniently losauna, steam shower, mud room, utility room, and cated between Luling and Gonzales.$2,500/month storage galore! Great room with gourmet kitchen. Covered patio set up for outdoor kitchen. $650,000
MISC. SERVICES
Everything Dipped **Drunken Berries (Must be 21 yrs. to order), Half Dozen $15; Dozen, $20. **Dipped Berries, Half Dozen $8; Dozen $12. **Dipped Pretzels (Rods & Twisted), one order of 10, $8. **Dipped Mellows, one order of 10, $7. ** Dipped Oreos, one order of 10, $8. **Dipped Twinkies, one order of 4 $8. **Dipped Nanas, one order of 4, $6. Extra $5 an order: Sprinkles, M&Ms (mini), Nuts, Chocolate Letters. Can also color the white chocolate, any color at request. (Drizzle or Whole). Small Home Business, Gonzales, TX., Julie Rodriguez, (830) 445-9406. ---------------------------Mobile Mower Repair Offering tune-ups, repairs & parts for most brands in my trailer, at your home. Evenings and Saturdays. Tune-ups start at $30+ parts. 830857-4580, Jacob. ----------------------------
17010 IH-10
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.
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
v40.35 Ac, HWY 304 & IH 10 Access - NEW LISTING- Approximately 1,078 feet frontage. Well, Septic, and Electric in place. Great opportunity! $349,900. 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.
Land
SOLD
RV SITES RENT
RV Space for Rent. All bills included with Dish Network or Travel Trailer for Rent with all Bills included with Dish Network. Please call 830-2037250 or 830-4314169. ---------------------------One R/V site available. $450 per month includes utilities. For more info call 830-857-1418 or 830-857-0986. ---------------------------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 830-263-4356 or 830-560-6963 for showing and details. ---------------------------Six RV Hookups for long term lease at Harwood. Intersection of Hwy. 90 and TX 304. Contact: 281788-7500. ---------------------------2 RV spaces in town. $295/mo., 1 Mobile home space for rent, $295/mo. Call Finch Park, 672-2955. ---------------------------RV Sites Available. Nixon, TX. Clean, qui-
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 fea- Lot 87, Bowie Trail - Heavily wooded 3 acre tract SOLD SOLD tures partial wooded and cleared areas. $49,900 features nice elevation home sites. $39,950 vRV Park - 31.117 Ac, HWY 90 IH 10 Access - Just off Interstate 10 - many possibilities with HWY 90 and Arrow Lane frontage. City utilities available. Site has been engineered for 54 unit RV Park on 10.5 acres if desired. Offered at $900,000. 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.
REAL ESTATE
House for Sale: 2/1, fenced yard. 201 Crisswell, Yoakum, TX. 361-596-4497. ---------------------------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. ---------------------------Home and land with minerals for sale. 2400 sq. ft. 3BR/2bth rock home built in 2008. Large oak trees with improved pasture, guest house w/ outbuildings, small horse barn, stock tank, county water, cross fenced, will convey some min-
We have 2 & 3 bedroom homes for lease also. Call for more info.
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TRAVEL TRAILERS FOR RENT
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Brick
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$250/monthly, $450/single occupancy, $500/dbl. occupancy Includes electric/ Pool/Laundry
RV-SITES
Belmont RV Park
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Homes Homes/Residential
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3.7 ACS. 4BR, 3BA, 2LV.................. Magnificent 3BR/3Bath home, $150,000 custom kitchen, energy with so many ameni306 McClure - efficient 3BR, 1 Bath................ $65,000 ties. Large landscape lot...................$375,000 1618 St. Peter - Home and extra lot....$70,000 New: 12 acs. + home.......................$160,000 473 Crockett - 3 bd., 71 acs., treed, 2Lane-Settlement homes, minerals,...$450,000 beautiful property.................................. $258,000 31 acs., pond, lrg. home...................$268,000 New:Water A Gonzales Treasure: 124 N. $150,000 1602 St.-commercial/rental.... Hamilton,.........................................$285,000 2342 FM 108, 3 bd.,2 story home.....$145,000 3BD, 2BA. Family Home,.................$86,000 792 90-B - Lakefront.............................. $89,000 Rivercrest Super home, 4 bds.........$165,000 312 Cr. Rd. 471, Lakefront + ,3 bd., Land 1.5 acre lot............................................ $150,000 10.96 acs., commercial. Hwy. 183 N.,
NTRA CO M/H, trees................$87,500 CR 228 - 15 acs., 153 Shirley acs., FM 2091Breitschopf .........................$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 2-4 acs., Sarah DeWitt ............$25,000/Ac. Carol Hardcastle 1 ac. Seydler830-857-3517 St...............................$25,000 8.7 acs., city reach limits....................... .$120,000 You can our staff by calling: 58 acs., trees, potential, edge of town............. Phone: 830-672-2522 ...................................................$12,000/Ac.
reduced to......................................... $349,999 Land New: 17+ acres, FM 1116............. $160,000 CT 11.2 acs., Hwy 90. Gast Rd.......$5,300/Ac. NTRA CO 51 acs., private, utilities, ................ $4,500/ac CT
New Upholstery & Bedding. Many with New Appliances. Financing.
Like new 28 ft. BPull TTs $6850.
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
Rent is based on income Water, sewer and trash are paid Expanded Basic Cable provided at $15.00 a month
1 - 1 STUDIO APARTMENT 1 - 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT For the Elderly 62 or older
Bids, Billing, Bookkeeping, Typing and Various Office Services needed when away from home
Contact us for all your

Ideal for small businesses
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