freworks shows scheduled in Gonzales, Waelder and Shiner, with musical en- tertainment and lots of fun and games. Te annual Fourth of July Spectacular is scheduled Friday in Gonzales, with participants in the barbecue and beans cookof start- ing to arrive as early as 6 a.m. and freworks starting around 10 p.m. following a full day of activities. Also on tap Friday is the annual Waelder Lions and Leo Club July 4th Big Bang Fireworks Show at the Waelder Lions Park Soc- cer Field. Te big freworks show is scheduled to start around 8:30 p.m. In Shiner, meanwhile, the Half Moon Holidays step of Friday with vendors, fun and music. Shiner will host its freworks show on Sat- urday preceding main stage entertainment headliner Charlie Robinson at 9:30 p.m. Competition in beans, ribs, chicken and brisket is scheduled on Confederate Square in Gonzales Friday morning, with the Beans turn-in at 1:30 p.m., ribs at WAELDER Waelder City Coun- cil on Tuesday gave its fnal approval to a development agreement and land transfer to Gonzales Healthcare Sys- tems to build an improved medical clinic. Te hospital plans to build a new 3,000-square foot facility in Waelder, and Tuesdays action authorized May- or Becky Ayala as signatory transfer- ring 3.63 acres of land granted to the city in 2003 by George Stone. Connie Kacir, the executive direc- tor of Gonzales Healthcare Systems Foundation, said the hospital has committed to expanding services for the Waelder clinic by hiring a new full time nurse practitioner. Hopes are to move into the new building in early 2015. Kacir said the new building would also allow the clinic to house ofces for specialty doctors like cardiolo- gists, podiatrists, endocrinologists and opthalmologists, as determined by the needs of the community. In addition, the hospital would like to encompass a pharmacy because de- Gonzales County Sherifs Ofce depu- ties this week announced the arrest of two subjects in a string of copper and battery thefs occurring at area oil-well sites, pri- marily in the Cheapside area. According to Lieutenant Matt Atkin- son, the thefs started approximately four months ago and were primarily located in the southern half of the county from the Cheapside area to the Lavaca County line. Atkinson said that due to large number of thefs, the sherifs ofce saturated the area with as many deputies as possible to facilitate an arrest, and that efort paid of on June 26. At around 3:30 a.m. on June 26, Depu- ty Floyd Toliver conducted a trafc stop on a vehicle on County Road 192. Upon speaking to the vehicle occupants, Deputy Toliver became suspicious and contacted Sergeant Investigator Dennis Jahns, who By COLTIN FILIP Cannon Correspondent Weather Watch Obituaries......................... Sports................................. Oil & Gas........................... Classifeds.......................... Comics............................. In Our View.................... Puzzles............................. A2 B1 A8 B7 B12 A4 B11 Inside: WEDNESDAY Local youngster featured in Shakespeare recital Page A11 CANNON THE GONZALES Vol. 5- Issue 40 Reporting regional news with Honesty, Integrity and Fairness **75 Cents** Subscribe Today Call (830) 672-7100 Gonzal es onl y l ocal l y- owned newspaper www. gonzal escannon. com Thursday, July 3, 2014 Serving: Gonzales Nixon Smiley Moulton Shiner Waelder Yoakum Luling Flatonia Hallettsville Cuero And More! High-97 Low- 74 Mostly Sunny Become a subscriber today! Annual subscriptions are just $25 per year. Call 830-672-7100. 830-672-8585 www.SageCapitalBank.com Waelder Region Two charged in string of copper thefs New Thump Queen Fireworks and more celebrate freedom By DAVE MUNDY manager@gonzalescannon.com TUESDAY High-95 Low- 74 Ptly Cloudy MONDAY High-95 Low- 73 Mostly Sunny SUNDAY High-94 Low-72 Mostly Sunny SATURDAY High-94 Low-72 Mostly Sunny FRIDAY High-93 Low-72 Scatt T-Storms THURSDAY High-96 Low-72 Mostly Sunny Gonzales Kaitlyn Cappleman beams as she assumes her throne as the new Watermelon Thump Queen during ceremonies in Luling on Friday. More coverage of Thump activities, Page A3. (Photo by Colton Filip) Waelder approves land for clinic City hits the expo center reset button WAELDER, Page A6 Cannon News Services newseditor@gonzalescannon.com GEDC, Page A6 TOWN HALL, Page A6 JULY 4, Page A6 Italian restaurant nears completion; new hotel planned THEFTS, Page A6 Gonzales Co. By DAVE MUNDY manager@gonzalescannon.com Rodney Cooper Elida Reyna belts out one of her hits to an enthusiastic crowd during Fridays fourth event in the Main Street Summer Concert Series. More photos, Page A12. (Photo by Dave Mundy) 1803 St. Joseph, Gonzales 672-7090 2 89 each/ plus tax Garlic Parmesan Ultimate Cheese & Bacon Gonzales Te City of Gonzales is hitting the reset button on its plans for a multi-pur- pose center. City Council delayed ac- tion Monday on potentially selling bonds for a pro- posed facility at JB Wells Park in order to continue to receive citizen input about the size, purpose, cost and scope of the project afer difering groups of citizens voiced various objections. During a Town Hall meeting following the Councils action, City Man- ager Allen Barnes told sev- eral dozen attendees the city was going to re-set the clock on this project. Tere has been some misinformation put out about this project, he said. And I dont think the city has done a good job dis- seminating information ... and thats my fault. Barnes blamed what he termed scope creep small additions to what was originally proposed for growing the size and scale of what was originally planned as a center to host small to medium commu- nity gatherings. What I want to do to- night is re-set the clock on this project. We want to know what you the citizens One of the renovation projects in downtown Gon- zales is nearing completion, and the operator of the citys newest restaurant said Monday hes very enthusi- astic about opening here. We want to try and make the best atmosphere possible, Gasper Lekgega, operator of the new Bella Tavoli Italian restaurant, told the Gonzales Eco- nomic Development Corp. Board of Directors dur- ing Mondays meeting. Te restaurant is scheduled to open the frst of August in the Old Dilworth Building at the corner of St. Joseph and St. George streets. We have had a lot of cli- ents from Gonzales come to our restaurant (Bella Sera) in Seguin, Lekgega said. He told GEDC direc- tors that Bella Tavoli means beautiful table, and we hope to bring a beautiful menu to Gonzales. Ive eaten at the one in Seguin, noted director Dennis Nesser. Im look- ing forward to it. Te Bella Tavoli project is one of several new restau- rant and business projects which are benefting from GEDC funding. Economic Development Director Car- olyn Gibson-Baros gave di- rectors an update on several current and new projects as part of the meeting. A new funding applica- tion has been received for potential small business incentive grant in August for Whites Air Condition- ing, which will move into the retail space previously occupied by Bloomin Cre- ations on St. Paul St. Te Baker Boys Barbecue project is delayed because Michael LaFour Vlasta W. Polasek, 1929-2014 POLASEK Vlasta W. Polasek, 85, of Gonzales, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2014. Vlasta was born March 28, 1929 in Gonzales to Anton Ma- latek and Julia Polasek Malatek. Vlasta was a member of St. James Catholic Church. She married Burnart Polasek on September 24, 1946 in Moulton. Vlasta worked process- ing chickens for Ameri- can Poultry in Gonzales before settling in as a homemaker to care for her family. Vlasta en- joyed and was memora- bly proficient in making homemade bread and rice pudding. Attending dances was a family affair, Vlasta and Burnart en- joyed dancing and their children quickly picked up all the steps to polkas, waltzes and two-steps. Vlasta was fond of work- ing in her flower and veg- etable gardens. She had an amazing gift to grow things and once ate an orange outside, planted a seed from that orange in her yard and in time, up sprouted a healthy orange tree. Vlasta en- couraged her children to develop and strengthen their faith; she valued family and enjoyed hav- ing all the family togeth- er for holidays, trips to the beach in Freeport or at her home on Friday nights for fried chicken and games of uno. She cherished her grandchil- dren and the loving mem- ory of Memo will live on in their hearts forever. Vlasta is survived her daughters and sons-in- law, Patricia Miller of Gonzales, Doris and Bo Hofferek of Victoria, Irene and Michael Oakes of Gonzales, Lorene and Paul Gast of Gonzales, sons and daughters-in- law, Bennie, Jr. and Di- anna Polasek of Moulton, Leroy and Bobbie Jean Polasek of Gonzales, 13 grandchildren, 23 great- grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchil- dren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sisters, Car- rie Michulka, Herminia Malatek, brothers, Eddie Malatek, Sr., Julius Ma- latek, Joe Malatek, Stan- ley Malatek, Anton Ma- latek, Jr., August Malatek, Henry Malatek and a granddaughter, Julie Ma- rie Polasek. The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday evening at the fu- neral home. A rosary was recited at 9 a.m. Satur- day, June 28, 2014 in St. James Catholic Church with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with Fr. Paul Raaz as celebrant. Interment followed in St. James Cemetery. Pall- bearers were: Kourtney Lehnert, Matthew Oakes, Taylor Boone, Greg Po- lasek, Tyler Vierig, and Michael Garcia. Honor- ary Pallbearers were: her grandchildren. Memo- rials may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 417 N. College, Gonza- les, Texas 78629, Gentiva Hospice, 1911 Corporate Drive Suite 104, San Marcos, TX 78666-6171, or the Alzheimers Foun- dation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th fl., New York, NY 10001. Services were under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A2 OBITUARIES Normas House re-accredited DOCTORS ARE NOW ENROLLING A CLINICAL RESEARCH TRIAL FOR: Capitol Monument, Co. Memorials Curbing Bronze Statutes Letering Repairs Restoration All Types of Cemetery Work Top-Quality Lower prices Faster Service We dont just talk quality, we cut it in stone 5233 N. US 183 Gonzales: (830) 672-7929 M-F 8-5 Sat 9-1 Toll Free: 1-800-637-5182 www.capitolmonument.com Working with people & Cemeteries through Care, Service and Quality Since 1963 Allen R. Floyd FLOYD A small private memorial service will be held for Al- len R. Floyd on July 5, 2014. For details, please call Ben Floyd @ 936-463-8081. Mary Floyd, 1920-2014 FLOYD Mary Floyd, 94, of Gon- zales, formerly of Shiner, passed away Tursday, June 26, 2014. Mary was born February 18, 1920 in Gonzales County to Frank and Cecilia Simersky Volf. She had been a member of the Shiner Baptist Church. Mary married Vernon Floyd on December 7, 1937 in Gonzales. Mary was the youngest of six daughters born to Frank and Cecelia Volf. Growing up on a family farm she saw frst hand the fruits of hard work and the benefts of caring for one another. Af- ter marrying at the age of 17 she was a homemaker, car- ing for her children, house and husband and worked faithfully by his side in the felds. She maintained gardens of vegetables and fowers and canned the gardens produce. Mary loved to cook and she wast- ed very little. She taught her grandchildren how to catch chickens, pluck and prepare them for the table. Naturally Mary saved the chicken feet for her chicken and dumplings, morsels her husband considered delicacies. She delighted in listening to John Zavadils polka hour on the radio and wouldnt miss a Lawrence Welk television show even though they might have been re-runs many times over. Mary lived her life by example for her children and grandchildren, she was honest and hard working, her faith in God was strong and through lifes tragedies and hardships she never gave up hope. Mary worked for 20 years at both the Holmes Hospital and Gonzales Me- morial Hospital as a nurses aid. Caring for others came naturally to her and help- ing others was a reward within itself. She cared for her elderly father and sister as age and illness required the special care and love only Mary could ofer. Te memory of Mary Floyds unselfsh love and compas- sion will forever be cher- ished by those who loved and knew her. Mary is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Norman Grimm of Seguin, sons and daughter-in-law, Don Wayne Floyd of Wharton, David Allen Floyd, Sr., and Diane of Gonzales, 9 grandchildren and numer- ous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sisters, Julia Havel, Cecelia Hanzlik, Angeline Malatek, Petrolina Barta and Millie Volf. Funeral services were held at 10 Monday, June 30, 2014 in Seydler-Hill Fu- neral Home with Dr. Chris Irving ofciating. Inter- ment followed in Gonzales Memorial Park. Pallbear- ers were: Lorne Dale Barta, Max Barta, Scott Barta, Joel Fohn, Angel Perez, and E.T. Gibson. Honorary Pall- bearer was: Derek Floyd. Te family received friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Fist Baptist Church Helping Hands Fund, P.O. Box 83 Gonzales, TX 78629 or the charity of ones choice. Ser- vices were under the care and direction of Seydler- Hill Funeral Home Elks aid GCAM The Elks Lodge donated to the Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministry which was made possible through a grant from the Elks National Foundation. Pictured from left are Karin Swenson, Dora Soefe, Linda Hunter, Lupe Saldana, Gail Moody, Juan Gaytan and Bob Day. Pictured are Judy Parks, Family Advocate; Ann Alexander, Executive Director; Deane Novosad, Forensic Interviewer. Normas House has been awarded re-accreditation by National Childrens Alliance following an extensive applica- tion and site review process. As the accrediting agency for Chil- drens Advocacy Centers (CAC) across the country, National Childrens Alliance awards various levels of accreditation and membership to centers re- sponding to allegation s of child abuse in ways that are efective and efcient, and put the needs of child victims of abuse frst. Accreditation is the highest lev- el of membership with National Childrens Alliance and denotes excellence in service provision. Accredited CACs must un- dergo a re-accreditation process every fve years to ensure that best practices are continually being applied. With accredita- tion standards being updated in 2010, re-accreditation this year refects Normas Houses com- mitment to providing evidence- based methods of practice. Normas House, ofcially known as Gonzales Regional Childrens Advocacy Center, Inc. has served child victims of abuse since 2000 from Gonza- les, Lavaca and surrounding counties. Children seen are referred by law enforcement investigators or Child Protec- tive Services. Staf at Normas House provides a specialized forensic interview of the child and works with investigators to learn the truth of alleged abuse without inficting additional trauma on the child. Healing services are then ofered to help turn victims into survivors. As an Accredited Member of National Childrens Alliance, Normas House is dedicated to providing comprehensive, coordinated and compassion- ate services to victims of child abuse. Ann Alexander, the Execu- tive Director of Normas House states, As an organization/ team of individuals dedicated to responding to child abuse, we recognize the importance of maintaining Accredited sta- tus from National Childrens Alliance. Re-accreditation not only validates our organizations devotion to proven efective approaches of child abuse in- tervention and prevention, but also contributes to consistency across the child advocacy center movement as a whole. We have been an accredited member since 2003 and value the guid- ance and structure we receive through NCA. For more information about Normas House, visit them on line at www.normashouse.net and on Facebook. National Childrens Alli- ance is the national associa- tion and accrediting body for the over 750 childrens advo- cacy centers serving each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. National Chil- drens Alliance provides sup- port and advocacy to its ac- credited membership, as well as numerous developing cen- ters, multidisciplinary teams and child abuse professionals around the country, and the world. As the national au- thority on multidisciplinary approaches to supporting child victims of abuse, the purpose of National Chil- drens Alliance is to empower the local communities to provide the best services pos- sible to victims of child abuse. Founded in 1998, National Childrens Alliance provides accreditation opportunities, fnancial assistance, training, technical assistance, research and education to communi- ties, child abuse professionals and childrens advocacy cen- ters throughout the United States in support of child abuse intervention, advocacy and prevention. www.nation- alchildrensalliance.org. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A3 Have you ever wondered who your fnancial consultant really works for? I work strictly for you. 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Some of the headlining names that hit the stage included Wade Bowen, Kevin Fowler, and Te Texas Unlimited Band. Tere were many rides and attraction and family events such as the Tump Parade, and the various watermelon contests and seed spitting competitions. Te Winners of the seed spitting contests included: Adults 1st Josh Segura-29, San Antonio 55 11 2nd Preston Fredrich-25 Missouri City 49 1 3rd Walter Nickells-50 Luling 48 0 Ages 1-5 1st Tatum Walker-4 Delhi 21 4 2nd Ada Coulter-3 Luling 15 9 3rd Brody Butler-5 Austin 14 9 Ages 6-11 1st Abbi Allen-11 Coleman 34 4 2nd Dj Sanders-8 Luling 30 7 3rd Weston Phillips-7 Lock- hart 29 11 Ages 12-17 1st Clayton Hinckley-14 Lockhart 38 5 2nd Elizabeth Camacho-13 Hondo 37 3 3rd Jordan Brown-17 League City Adult Team 1st Los Sandias Barrachos 2nd La Familia 3rd Nickells with Whit Children Team 1st Champs 2nd Bastrops Finest 3rd East Texas Twisters Watermelon Auction Name, Weight, Total: Mike Donaho, 59.9lbs, $12,500 Curtis Gibson, 49.8lbs, $6,000 Jennifer, Allyson, Ashlee & Zac Watts, 46.6lbs, $4,000 J.D. Rice, 46.0lbs, $2,100 Robert Leck & Chris Robin- son, 45.7lbs, $2,000 Brandon Collins & Doug Bohanan, 43.8lbs, $1,650 C.J. & Karen Ingram, 43.6lbs, $6,350 Rudolfo Hernandez, 42.1lbs, $2,750 Eugene Robinson, Sr. and Jr. and Travis, 42.1lbs, $4,000 Rusty and Amanda Martin, 39.1lbs, $4,550 Joey Mikesh, 38.8lbs, $2,000 Allen Watts, 35.6lbs, $2,000 Buck Holcomb, 33.3lbs, $23,0000 Stanley White, 31.6lbs, $3,500 Brownie Webb & Walter Reynolds, 25.4lbs, $5,250 Anticipation and celebration were words of choice during the annual W a t e r m e l o n Thump, from the annual Queen Contest (above) to the seed spitting to the Watermelon Auction. Photos by Coltin Filip It is interesting how the events in the Texas Rio Grande Valley are being de- scribed by the mainstream media and by politicians. Tey call it a humanitarian crisis while they avoid the word inva- sion. By calling it a humanitarian crisis, politicians and the media emphasize the compassion for the illegal aliens who be- come victims of a failed U.S. immigra- tion policy which needs to be fxed, or re- formed. On the other hand, by avoiding the use of the word invasion the mainstream media doesnt upset the American public with an accurate description of the event, and the politicians dont ofend potential Latino voters. But regardless of what it is called, hun- dreds of thousands of illegal aliens have entered our country since January, and many more continue to enter daily. Te fact is that the federal government has failed to control our national borders. Stopping and deporting illegal aliens con- tinues to be the responsibility of the Bor- der Patrol, but because President Obama has played politics with immigration law enforcement, any illegal aliens that are apprehended are being released. In Texas, the state government is at- tempting to address the illegal entry of so many aliens, but this appears to be more political theater than substantive action. Texas law enforcement will be stopping the criminals, but not detaining (never mind deporting) illegal aliens. For example, if a criminal (drug or human smuggler) is caught with 10 ille- gal aliens, he is arrested but the illegals are released. Tis does not equal border security or immigration law enforcement. But then againits not an invasion. Because it is a humanitarian crisis, federal money will be spent in bundles. Te mainstream media and the politicians will scramble to be good humanitarians. We can be sure there will be some sort of executive action by Obama on behalf of these illegal aliens, and of course, the American taxpayer will pay for it. Te majority of these adult illegal aliens are poor and uneducated, and many are single women with children. Tey will need long term social services and pub- lic assistance for housing, food, and medicine. Te unaccompanied minors will have the same needs as the adults, plus education and adult supervision. We can anticipate the politicians creating a new and expanded version of the Dream Act for them. Barack Obama promised to funda- mentally change America. Te rule of law does not exist for him. In a game of football, you must go 10 yards to get a frst down while he just has go 5 yards. For the past six years, his Administration has picked and chosen what laws to uphold and which to ignore on every front in- cluding immigration. By calling this crisis a humanitar- ian crisis, liberals hope to create a sense of guilt in the American public to lessen the opposition to their spending of more tax payer money. Tat may work. Hope- fully people will realize that what we truly need is to protect Americas borders and enforce immigration lawswhich means stop the invasion and deport the illegal aliens. One of the great things about being able to write a weekly col- umn is that I get to unload a lot of personal opinions, in public and thanks to the print medium they get to carry a little weight. Its a great source for stress re- lief and at the same time intel- lectually stimulating. You have to fgure out how to say what you feel in family-friendly fashion and make it sound as if youre actually an authority on the mat- ter. If youre ever looking for a way to vent lifes frustrations, I highly recommend buying your- self a newspaper and penning a column. All the little frustrations of life are fodder for the venomous pen of the newspaper column writer. Tick me of with poor customer service? Ill zing you. Cut me of in trafc? I will own you. Disturb my Sunday afernoon with your boom car? We will play games, thing. Occasionally, however, the task of column-writing takes on an even more enjoyable aspect when you are mean enough to open up a can full of very angry worms. Over the years, Ive ticked of a number of individuals, corpo- rations, organizations, govern- ment agencies and small foreign nations with of-hand remarks poking fun at them. And Ill own that, being impish, it was usually intentional. An of-the-cuf remark can awaken sleeping giants. We col- umn-writers quickly learn who has thin skin, from academics to drug dealers, politicians to enter- tainers. Cowboys fans, for example. NASCAR fans, most certainly. But especially with the current fervor over the World Cup, they all pale in comparison to soccer fans. Te beauty of picking on soc- cer fans is that you dont even have to break a sweat composing a sophisticated barb. All you have to do is say: Soccer is boring. Its guaranteed to spawn a food of Letters to the Editor. Honestly, I really dont hate soccer. I played it as a club sport my last two years of high school and in college intramurals. I wasnt lacking in fne motor skills like I was in baseball, lacking in size like I was in football, lacking in coordination like I was in ten- nis, lacking in height like I was in basketball and lacking in speed like I was in track. But being a patriotic Texan and an American, I noticed years ago that soccer fans were ... diferent. Tey are very passionate about their sport. And they have very, very thin skin. Its entertaining to watch them boil over. Soccer is boring. I mean, if I wanted to watch grown men trying vainly to score for 90 minutes, Id park it on St. Joseph St. some Sunday afer- noon and watch the middle-aged illegal aliens cruising back and forth trying to pick up the teen- age girls. Te growth of soccer is at least partially to blame for the wimpifcation of America. Tis all began back in the 70s when a bunch of overprotective mom- mies decided that real sports like football were too dangerous and competitive. Ever see a football mom get all riled up for anything oth- er than a clipping penalty? Of course not. Tey understand that scrapes, bruises and broken bones are part of growing up and becoming a man. Compare that to the outraged panic of a soccer mom when you suggest that perhaps teaching kids to be competitive will give them an edge in the real world. Have you ever heard of Fun, Fair, Positive Football? Of course not. Football is about win- ning. Football does not celebrate ties: football has Sudden Death Overtime. As Vince Lombardi growled: Winning isnt everything. Its the ONLY thing. Yet for all the manliness and traditional competitive American values of football, its an activity that teaches good sportsmanship. NFL fans riot following close victory. Read no newspaper headline. Ever. Soccer fans tend to follow the Politically Correct herd. Ever wondered who in Texas would actually buy a Smart Car? Look closely, youll fnd a FA Munchausen or Roll Barce- lona! bumper sticker in place of the Gig Em! or Hook Em! stickers on the vehicles driven by real Texans. (When yall soccer folks arrive to throw bricks through the win- dows at Te Cannon ofce, please remember to aim slightly to your lef so you dont hit Sanya. Shes innocent in all this.) The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A4 In Our View Is it a humanitarian crisis, or a contrived invasion? Imp in print: Soccer fans are so much fun to pick on THE GONZALES CANNON (USPS 001-390) is published weekly each Thursday by Gonzales Cannon Inc., 618 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, TX 78629. Periodicals Postage Paid at Gonzales, TX 78629. A oneyear subscriptioncosts $25bothin- county andout-of county. E-subscriptions are$15 per year. POSTMASTER: Sendaddress changes toThe GonzalesCannon, PO BoxE, Gonzales, TX 78629. 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He is the former President of the San Antonio Tea Party, and is now Executive Director of the South Texas Politi- cal Alliance. George Rodriguez Scratch Pad Jim Cunningham is a former longtime Gonzales news- man and the former interim publisher of the Gonzales Cannon. He now lives in the Moulton area. Jim Cunningham 1973: Te year that changed everything we do Normal is getting dressed in clothes that you buy for work and driving through trafc in a car that you are still paying for in order to get to the job you need to pay for the clothes and the car, and the house you leave vacant all day so you can aford to live in it. Ellen Goodman
Im way past the age of being old enough to be a grandfather. And I am one. A grandpa. So it is okay-dokey for me to let my mind wander. To let a grandkid know how it was back when I was young. So Jillian (thats my granddaughter). Here goes. Te time was the simple era of the 19 and 50s. A pack of Marlboro cigarettes were a quar- ter. Ditto for a gallon of gas. And a fella could get a six-ounce Grapette sody water in a returnable bottle for a nickel to quench his thirst, too. At the time. Nowadays a pack of even generic smokes is around fve dollars. Gasoline is running up there toward the four dollar mark. And a school teacher waltzes through the hallways of limited learning toting a 128-ounce cup of diet cola (also known as belly wash) to bloat her bladder. No lets regress and stress out into 70s. When the world as we knew it went into oil shock. Tanks to those gaseous galoots called the Ar- abs. It was in 19 and 73 and the Arab members of OPEC announced they were enacting an oil embargo. No longer shipping to countries that supported Israel in its to-do with Egypt. It is said that at the time, we, the good Ol U. S. of A. took it for granted that petroleum was plentiful and cheap. Well, let me tell you Telma Lou Betty Is, and you too, Freddie Mac: OPEC hit those of us who love to steer the pavement and get behind the wheel to see the USA in our Chevrolets over the head with a Louisville Slug- ger. By cutting back oil production and placing a suppression on shipments to the West. Resulting in long lines at the gas pumps. I was living and loving in San Marcos at the time. Was a silent partner with a fella by the name of Kent Finlay in a little live entertain- ment venue called Cheatham Street Ware- house. CB radios were the rage and novelty of the time. So Finlay and I both concurred that wed just die if we didnt have one in our cars. To avoid a trip to the undertaker, we became CBers. On any given Sunday we would take to cruisin. Te Hill Country, Gulf Coast, an East Run to Te Fair in Lott for western shirts, a new Stetson, boots. Wherever. In separate autos. Naturally. To justify keep- ing in contact via CB radio. Stopping to eat a chicken-fried steak at an out of the way diner. Or to sip and listen to pickers at a country beer joint. Ten in 73 the embargo hit. I recollect wait- ing in a line, with the motor motoring, and A/C at full blast, for 30 minutes to an hour to have fve gallons of Phillips 66 gas pumped into the tank. So we could venture out to Baby Head or Sweet Home or New Dime Box, and if desper- ate, even a city the size of Austin. Finlays a musician. And at the time, to be- come a big country and western singing star, he attempted to get arrested several times. Tat was the in thing for a few C&W outlaws back then. Doing jail time and then singing about it on the radio and jukeboxes. Anyway, Finlay turned his nose up at author- ity. And tried in vain to get collared by the cops. Why, he went so far as trying to pump leaded gasoline in his unleaded Malibu Chevrolet. And went so far as trying to top the tank which was a hard time no-no at the time. If caught. He never was. Anyway, most nearly normal folks fgure the energy crisis of the 70s was caused by our reliance on foreign oil. And that that acceler- ated the movement in the U.S. to advocate en- ergy conservatism and seek alternative energy sources. And gas went from leaded to unleaded. Also it gave us the Pinto and Gremlin and Vega and Pacer. So to hell with OPEC. Energy experts claimed those little autos were the an- swer. But the unfortunate drivers that pur- chased them were lef wondering what was the question. It also ushered in the compacts from Japan and elsewhere and sent the Big Tree (Chrys- ler, GMC and Ford) in Detroit on the defensive. Where they remain even today. In 19 and 74 the OPEC oil embargo ended but we were lef with a 55 mile-per-hour speed limit. It lasted to the late 90s. And because of the gasoline shortage, daylight saving time was enacted. But the year was good for something. Nixon was removed from ofce. And it gave us the string Bikini and thats a fashion we fellas fg- ure is fashionable. Today we arent waiting in long lines at the self-service pumps. But were paying a major league price to get to where were going. Tanks to the mismanagement of the Obama Administration and whats been esca- lating in Iraq the last few weeks. Yes, Jillian, it takes a pile of pennies to make a living. To pay for the name brand underwear and relaxed ft chinos. To make payments on a $35,000 vehicle and a mortgage on the abode. And big bucks to get from here to there no matter where one is heading down this oh, so uncertain road. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A5 By JEAN HRINCIRIK Special to The Cannon Father Simon celebrates 50th year as a priest In Your View They can aford a soccer team, but not take care of their own children? LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Did you get the message Friday? Dear Editor, Okay, okay: I know that we here in this country have our opinions on football ver- sus soccer. You either hate it or love it, and I get it. I fnd it laughable how people will ar- gue that point as they kick the ball back and forth in an arguably boring or exciting match, depending on how you see it. However, some of us see it in a to- tally diferent way. As we watch a match on TV, our border is PURPOSELY being in- vaded. We have a man made intentional humanitarian crisis on our hands we are told, because we are a good people and care about others. Our federal government is practicing overt lawlessness while our state government does nothing of consequence! Many know that this invasion of illegal im- migrants has been in the works for several years. Just ask a FEMA worker in San Anto- nio who started preparing the facilities to house children well over a year ago. So, for those who see this going on at the same time as the match, what do we see? We see central and south American countries whose people are entering our country illegally because of poverty, paying for an international soccer team from their country to travel the world and kick a ball. We see 70,000 plus supporters from those countries fll two stadiums to watch their team. We think of the money spent by those spectators to fy, hotel up, party, and what- ever else goes on there. Could that money have been spent for humanitarian reasons in THEIR OWN COUNTRY? All the while we here are told we must be benevolent and take care of those from that country who break our laws. Wow, Mexico just happens to be playing now and the stands are a sea of green. I wonder if they all got there legally? Ive been to Brazil ... ya need a passport and a visa! Just talking and seeing the game dif- ferently! We see it this way. If you can aford to pay for a soccer team, or you can aford to travel the world to watch it, take care of your own darned people! Take care of your own poverty! Take care of your own lawlessness! We have enough to handle with our own darned government! State and federal! Yea, we see it diferently when you think about these things and look at the crowd Makes a penalty kick a little less exciting, doesnt it? Wake up, Texas! If we keep go- ing down this road, there will be nothing to celebrate! Cary Wise Hondo Dear Editor, Amazing! Provide a band which plays the music people want to hear and which does a professional job and the people will come! What a turnout for the last Friday Night Concert! What a concert! As I predicted, the Tejano music lineup was what people wanted and they supported it in great numbers. I arrived about 6 p.m. because I wanted to see the setup process. I was intercepted by six people from Cuero who recognized me from my performing down there recently. Tey were all excited about the concert and traveled all the way to Gonzales. By 6:45 p.m. there were more people in attendance waiting for Lucky Joe to take the stage than the total of all the previous three weeks attendance combined. By the time Elida Reyna tood the stage, the place was jammed. What a show she put on! I tried to count the crowd, but the people were mov- ing around too much and I couldnt get past 500, and that was jus those people next to the state. I estimate the crowd to be 1,500 to 2,000 maybe more. Tis could have happened each week if the proper entertainers providing the prop- er musical entertainment were hired. I hope the Friday Night Concert organizers get that message. You cant have people who dont know music or the music business in charge of hiring the bands. Lets get the some people who know what they are doing. Stop taking advice from people who dont have a clue about what the people in Gonzales want. I would also hope that the companies who so generously donate their money to pay for these entertainers demand a better accountability for their money. Pat Rosato Cost Fify years ago, June 7, 1964, Father Simon Brzozowski, M.S.F, newly ordained in the St. Louis Cathedral by Cardi- nal Ritter, came to his home- town parish to celebrate his First Mass. Father Simon returned to St. James this year to celebrate a Mass of joy and thanksgiv- ing on the golden anniversary of his priesthood. As Father Simon told the congregation, Fify years makes a lot of dif- ference. As I processed down the aisle, I saw new faces, older faces and of course many are no longer with us. Preparations began for this great celebration in early De- cember of last year. Coordina- tion among the local Catholic communities, the Order of the Missionaries of the Holy Fam- ily, and the S. P. Brzozowski family culminates, fnally, on the great feast of Pentecost. Father Simon marveled that it came to be this celebration day also. Preparation! Chal- lenges! Excitement! Nothing stops time the day is here! At midnight in Donna, parishioners of St. Josephs Church, where Father Simon currently resides, were board- ing a bus to come to their Fa- ther Simons celebration in his hometown of Gonzales. Early arrivals were eagerly waiting. Tey brought with them the gold and red vest- ments Fr. Simon would wear. Teir eforts and terric spirit paled ours in comparison. We were hardly awake. Our Fourth Degree Knights, always so impressive, greeted our guests. As I complimented one lady without hesitation she remarked, For him, wed do this in a minute any- time. Wow! Can you imagine the smile on Jesus face at that? Te clock was ticking. Te sacred music concert of praise and thanksgiving was to start at 9 a.m. Sound system, check. Choir in place. Soloists, accom- panists. Music in order? Pianist LeAnne Swick very gently opened our eyes a little more with, Pierre Cansponis, O Quam Servus Est. (May I share a little story with you here? I chose this music be- cause it sounded so beautiful to me, and, then I learn the title means, What a Servant Is He. I dont think I was the only one choosing do you?) Next on the program, Fa- ther Simons great-niece, Mary Katherine Shimell of Penn- sylvania, sang Cesar Francks, Panis Angelicus (Food of Angels). A sweeter voice would be hard to nd. As LeAnne Swick sang Da- vid Foster and Carol Bayer Sagers, Te Prayer, someone near whispered, Incredible! Oh yes! Te teneramente then the surging power! You know, when a singer gets up there where you cant go! Our emotions are allowed to gear down, as LeAnne then plays Quiet Reections by Boesinger. Fullling a special request, LeAnne sang Malottes, Te Lords Prayer, blessing all beautifully! Mary Katherine closes the concert with Franz Schuberts, Ave Maria. I dont think there was an untouched heart in the house. At this time, Agnes Darilek presented a tribute to Fr. Si- mon, reciting the Hands of Holy Orders, written by Larry and Mary Sue Ek and Bob and Rita Brooke. We are certain all present joined their hearts with Agnes to express our love for all the things Father Simons anointed hands have done all these years including those anointed into paradise. Te St. James Choir sang sofly, Holy Hands. We fnished just in time the church bells were ringing. Time for Holy Mass to begin. Te altar held seven votive candles, set above each gif of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, knowledge, right judgment, wonder and awe, understand- ing, reverence and courage. Red carnations anked the tabernacle with a oral ar- rangement of exquisite red roses at the pulpit. At each end of the altar, beautiful arrangements of red gladiola, and red carnations were seated on gold-draped pedestals. Today the owers for this occasion were placed by the S.P. Brzozowski family. Mr. Greg Tieken, always of such cheerful voice, welcomed all attending. Te Yoakum Assembly of Fourth Degree Knights silently moved into place, lifed their swords in an arch, and the processional be- gan, all singing, Come Holy Ghost! For todays Pentecost cel- ebration, Kathleen Demners Mass of Joy was sung. Te organist-director, Jo Ann Ha- jovsky, was leading and the cantor for the day was Kermit Tiele. Leading the procession were cross-bearer, Rafael Bibas; altar server, Gerado Nunez; candle bearers, Rene Bibas and P.J. De- Luna; Deacon Terry Brennan; Rev. Paul A. Raaz, pastor of the Catholic communities of Gon- zales and Wealder; Very Rev. Philip Sosa, M.S.F., provincial superior of the missionaries of the Holy family, North Ameri- can Province; Rev. Alberto Tre- vino, MSF, Director of Forma- tion for the Missionaries of the Holy Family and the Celebrant Rev. Simon Brzozowski, M.S.F. in gold and red vestments gif- ed to him from Poland. Te St. James choir and con- gregation sang the Penitential Rite, the Kyrie of the Mass of Joy, followed by the resound- ing, Glory to God! James Brzozowski, brother of Father Simon, presented the First Reading Acts 211-11, painting in words a portrait of the frst Pentecost. Ten, led by the choir, the responso- rial Psalm 104 was sung. Lord, send out your Spirit and renew the face of the Earth! Cantor, Kermit Tiele sang the verses. Te Second Reading: 1 Cor. 12: 3b,7,l2-13 was read by James Brzozowski telling us, Brothers and sisters, no one can say, Jesus Is Lord, except by the Holy Spirit. Ten all sang the Pentecost sequence hymn, Come Holy Spirit, On Us Shine. Te Gospel taken from John 20: 19-23 was given by Deacon Terry Brennan. Te Gospel revealed the disciples were locked in a room from fear but Jesus, nevertheless, comes and stands in their midst and says to them endearingly, Peace be with you. He shows them his hands, his side. Tey re- joice! Te risen Lord is in their midst! Jesus says to them, As the Father has sent me, so, I send you... Te Very Rev. Philip Sosa gave the homily expressing the greatness of the frst Pentecost, the importance of the Holy Spirit helping the apostles at the birthday of the church and will do so all through history. Te Mass continued with the profession of faith and the gen- eral intercessory prayers. At the ofertory, the hymn, Sweet Sweet Spirit was sung. Escorted by the Fourth De- gree Honor Guard, Robert and Kathryn Brzozowski and Lawrence and Mary Agnes Brzozowski brought up the gifs. For the Liturgy of the Eu- charist, the Holy, Holy, Mass of Joy was sung. At the consecration, the Fourth Degree Knights ap- proached the altar and present- ed their plumed chapeaus in a reverent slow forward salute to their Lord as the celebrant of the Mass elevated the host and chalice. Ten all prayed together, the Lords Prayer and ofered each other a sign of peace. Te Lamb of God peti- tions of mercy and peace were sung. As the people received communion, the St. James Choir sang, Holy Spirit, Come to Me and Eat Tis Bread. Afer all had received com- munion and were seated in quiet meditation, Brenda, Cait- lin and Rachel Pinkston, niece and great-nieces of Father Si- mon, reminded us in song to Pass It On. Te Mass concluded with the priest blessing the people, May almighty God bless you, in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Te recessional was the ever- renowned, Holy God, We Praise Ty Name. Ten we proceeded to the parish hall. As guests entered they were registered by Fa- ther Simons niece, Anita Van Auken of Nixon. Te registry table was laid with a crochet work used at Father Simons 25th Jubilee; a tablecloth made by his mother, Mary Brzo- zowski. Guests were ofered a keepsake Bible marker, a memento, depicting Father Si- mons ordination. Guests were then directed to a refreshment table, serving cofee, raspberry lemonade and small cups of snacks. Numerous dining area tables were decorated in ivory cover- ing, each holding a oral, silk, arrangement of yellow roses, lily of the valley with compli- ments of gold interspersed. A 50th anniversary greeting was placed in the center. Te head table was skirted with gold covering, holding a centerpiece of a delicate cro- cheted heirloom, a work made by Father Simons mother many years ago. Tereon, a cake made by Peggy Janota, congratulating Fr. Simon on his 50th anniversary. Te cake, an ivory iced confection, was decorated with a jeweled golden chalice. Too beautiful to eat! Te cake was fanked by a lit taper on each side and was served by Leona Brzozowski, Father Si- mons sister-in-law. Another table held a fam- ily heirloom Father Simons mothers family brought with them from Poland a cru- cifx set upon a hard-carved pedestal, a most treasured item in their one lone trunk of belongings when the Wos- tal family came to America in 1906. A photo album held photos of many family trea- sures Father Simon as a youth, etc. Also on this table was a unique basket with a beauti- ful, sof lining created by Bea Maddox to hold cards of con- gratulations for Father Simon to cherish. A video of scenes of the ordination was shown with Father Sosa explaining the ordination procedures as Cardinal Ritter ordained the 32 candidates March 14, 1964. As the scene showed the candidates lying prostrate on the foor before the Cardi- nal, Father Sosa commented, Tey are not sleeping. Tey are actually giving their lives to God. What a powerful, beautiful moment. It gives you a chill! Soon we learn everything is ready. Father Simon bless- es all and the gifs of food. Caitlin and Rachel Pinkston, great nieces of Father Simon served the head table their lunch. Seated at the head table was the master of ceremonies, James Brzozowski, his wife Leona; Father Sosa; Father Simon, Father Paul Raaz and Sister Odelia Korenek of the Sisters of Divine Providence. Sister Odelia Korenek, sister of Leona Brzozowski, heads Blessed Sacrament Academy in San Antonio. Te menu, served by Mar- tha Jo and Robert Guerras Catering consisted of tender roast beef, grilled chicken breasts and mashed pota- toes, brown gravy, a vegetable medley, fruit salad, rolls and iced tea. Parish members provided wonderful desserts. Te guests aboard the chartered bus from Donna were encouraged to take plates of food with them for the return trip. Our guests were from various places: Texas, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Florida. It was a great and beauti- ful day! Many embraces and greetings. Faces too seldom seen. And now the goodbyes, the day was coming to an end. Te lovely decorations were being removed, chairs put away, tables lef bare. As I walked to my vehicle, the parking lot was now emp- ty. Te tears began to ow. Te kind of tears you like, the day was so beautiful. Slowly, carefully, more tired than Id ever been, bless- edly tired, I drove home, the heart whispering like the wheels turning, Tank you everyone thank you for this beautiful day, a beautiful day of history. Father Simon Brzozowski mographics refect that 37.7 percent of the Waelder population does not have trans- portation. Te Council also took time during the meeting to salute the service of librarian Doris Burney. Council members Valentino Hernandez and Peggy Blackmon were ap- pointed to a committee to fnd a new li- brarian. Discussion also occurred on whether or not to transfer the funds between Library accounts to the Waelder Public Library checking account. Also during the meeting, a motion was passed to Appoint Crystal Cedillo RTA (Gonzales County Tax Assessor/Collector) to Calculate and Prepare the 2014 Efective and Rollback Tax Rates for the city. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A6 2138 Water Street/Hwy. 183, Gonzales, Texas 78629 Phone 830.672.1888 ~ Fax 830.672.1884 www.SleepInnGonzales.com BY CHOICE HOTELS Middle Buster Road Gonzales, Texas 78629 830-672-2777 Fax: 830-672-2888 hiexgonzales.com info@hiexgonzales.com www.facebook.com/holidayinnexpresssuitesgonzales WAELDER: Land for clinic gets fnal OK from council THEFTS: Two arrested in stolen-copper investigation ContinuedfrompageA1 ContinuedfrompageA1 responded to the scene. Afer a short investigation, two male subjects identifed as 38 year old Michael LaFour of Manvel and 27 year old Rodney Cooper of La Porte agreed to come to the sherifs ofce for questioning. LaFour and Cooper admitted to being involved in mul- tiple copper and battery thefs in Gonzales County and were subsequently charged with Tef of Copper. Both were taken to Gonzales County Jail where they are currently being held on $7,500 bond each. Atkinson said that the investigation is on-going and additional charges are ex- pected. He added more than 25 cases are expected to be cleared by these arrests, and it was through the diligence of the sherifs ofce patrol and investigation divisions that these cases were solved. Atkinson advises all Gonzales County residents to be aware of their surround- ings and report any suspicious activity to their local law enforcement or the Greater Gonzales County Crime Stoppers at 830- 672-TIPS. one of the principals in that business has had to undergo surgery, she said, but plans are still to see that facility on Sarah DeWitt Dr. operating possibly on at least a limited basis by the end of the year. We have received plans for another hotel as well, Gibson-Baros said. Te Extended Stay Motel would add another 67 rooms to the citys capacity, giving Gonzales a total of 647 hotel rooms available. She said that a sur- vey of existing facilities indicated a regular occupancy rate of 70-80 percent most weeks. Also reviewed was the Main Street Facade Grant program, which helps downtown businesses rehabilitate storefronts. We have created a monster, but its a good monster, with the grants, Gibson- Baros said. Main Street director Barbara Friedrich said several businesses are considering ap- plying for the grants, but the current pro- gram is full until the new budget year begins in October. Director James Ryan suggested Main Street continue to accept funding applica- tions and that GEDC would take up those requests when it begins fnalizing its budget for the coming year. GEDC directors also held their frst budget workshop at the close of Mondays meeting. GEDC president Nathan Neuse reported that work is also progressing on the 513 St. George St. property which will eventually house the GEDC ofces as well as business incubator ofces low-rent ofce space for small start-up operations. 2, chicken at 3 and brisket at 4. Vendors begin setting up at 10 a.m., and Bill Pekar and the Rainey Brothers Band take the main stage with toe-tapping coun- try music from 2-6 p.m. Te annual Cannon Goofy Games will help provide fun for the whole family, with Schlitterbahn tickets up for grabs for the winners. A Womens Patriotic Hat contest kicks of the fun at 3:30 p.m.. My Mama Told Me... for kids under 13 and Stuf My Daddy Says for kids 13-19 is scheduled for 4:30 p.m., and the hilarious Mens Bikini Contest will send people scurrying for cover at 5 p.m. Te days events also includes a Water- melon Eating Contest at 4 p.m. Kids will also want to stop by the Veter- ans of Foreign Wars booth to register for free bicycles to be given away by the VFW, VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Gonzales Elks. A decorated bike parade and the bike give- away will take place at 6 p.m. Te Emotions will take the main stage to entertain from 7-11 p.m. with the freworks show the biggest between Houston and San Antonio scheduled for 10 p.m. Tere will be a special drawing at halfime of the Waelder show. Tickets are available from any Waelder Lion Club or Leo Club Member for $1 each or 6 for $5. 1st Prize is $300; 2nd Prize Mr. B Fireworks Artillery Kit; 3rd Prize - $100; 4th Prize - $75; 5th Prize Box of J Bar B Hamburger Patties; 6th Prize - $50; 7th Prize - $25. You do not have to be present to win! In Shiner, the ever-popular Dunk Tank is back for this years Half Moon Holidays at Green Dickson Park. Te carnival, biergar- ten and vendors open for business at noon on Friday, and afernoon events include a horseshoe tournament and salsa and mar- garita making competition. Te Chad Sullin Band opens the evening entertainment at 8:30 p.m., with the Rankin Twins headlin- ing the evening show from 10:30-midnight. Saturdays events include a 5K/10K fun run starting at 7:30 a.m., followed by a pa- rade through downtown. Te washers tour- nament kicks of at 1 p.m., and pie judging turn-inn is at 4 p.m. flowed by an auction at 5. Shiners own Los Kolaches kick of the evening musical entertainment at 6 p.m., followed by Zane Williams at 8. Te Spoetzl Brewery Fireworks Show is scheduled for 9:30 p.m., followed by Charlie Robison on the main stage at 10. ContinuedfrompageA1 FOURTH: Independence Day celebrations scheduled here GEDC: Update on projects ContinuedfrompageA1 want in this project, he said. What emerged from comments from the audience indicated several diferent fac- tions: some who want the center built at the park on land already owned by the city, some who want it built on the citys north side closer to where current development is happening, and some who dont want any development at all. Barnes did his best to address a couple of skewed perceptions which he felt might be responsible for some of the opposition: a management company which has a consult- ing contract with the city for the develop- ment of the center, and the proposed fund- ing source for the center. Our only contract with Venue Works (management company)is a $28,000 or so contract for the design of the facility, he said. Te company has suggested a larger facility than the one originally envisioned, stafed by a dozen or more people, but Barnes said its doubtful the city would take those suggestions. Eberle questioned the source of funding for the construction and operation, and Barnes explained that half the funds would come from the citys hotel-motel tax and the other from the citys economic development tax. Te City Council has pledged to back bonds sold for the project with ad valorem taxes in order to obtain a better bond rat- ing and interest, but ad valorem taxes would only be used if there were an economic crash which dramatically decreased those development funds. Te location of the facility at JB Wells Park had its supporters and detractors, and Barnes said the only reason current plans called for it to be built there was the fact the city owns the land. Don and JoAnn Liefeste were among those pushing to locate any such facility away from the park, asserting that the Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept. and the Texas His- toric Commission must give their approval before the project could get started. JoAnn and I are related to JB Wells and we have read his will, Don Liefeste said. Nowhere in that will did I see a huge event center sitting out there next to that (Santa Anna Mound). TPW and THC have concerns that have not been addressed, because it was prema- ture to contact them, Barnes said. Tey like to see a fnal idea. We have a meeting with them next week and we hope theyll tell us were on the right track or not. Suzanne Sexton said the JB Wells will did, however, provide for eventual construction of a civic or recreation center on the site. Te southern location also has the dis- advantage of being a few miles away from rooming for convention or trade show visi- tors. By the end of the current year, Gonza- les will have nearly 650 hotel rooms of vari- ous types, but the citys lodging facilities are usually at 70-80 percent full. Don and I went to the Bastrop center, JoAnn Liefeste said, and she said the big- gest mistake they made was not locating it near a motel. I understand there is fve acres of land next to LaQuinta (on Highway 183, near Sarah DeWitt Dr.) that is available. Barnes said he is aware of at least two de- velopers who are considering buidling ho- tels near the park site, but was not certain about how advanced those plans might be. Mrs. Liefeste also questioned why the city has not approached other entities, particu- larly Gonzales County and Gonzales ISD, to partner in the project. Richard Green said the JB Wells com- plexs location south of the Guadalupe River bridge creates a psychological divide which tends to keep visitors at the park in- stead of visiting downtown and local busi- nesses. I dont understand why were locating this next to the arena, Green said. What makes us think we can manage this any bet- ter than we manage the arena? Te arena loses money every year. A number of commenters ofered ideas about what kinds of events they would like to see the facility host. We need a place locally to hold prom, Paul Neuse said, so the kids dont have to go out of town. Roger Eberle suggested the facility in- clude built-in multimedia rooms for small- to medium-sized businesses and groups to hold training or breakout sessions. Another suggestion was to make the center available to other municipal govern- ments during natural disasters such as hur- ricanes, and Barnes noted the design of the main auditorium also called for the inclu- sion of portable walls, which could be used to subdivide the main meeting area into several smaller rooms. James Ryan said hed like to see small- scale agricultural trade shows at the site and small to medium-sized market shows such as one hosted annually cur- rently at the JB Wells Pavilion. I would like to see gun shows and trade shows, Bill Sheppard said. We dont want to over-build but we also dont want to un- der-build and have to come back 10 years later and add on. Te conceptual design provided by ar- chitect Tim Gescheidle provides for an area for potential expansion. Others, however, said the center should be strictly for local residents use. We shouldnt think about bringing in outside groups like trade shows, Don Lief- este said. Te conceptual design for a 33,000-square-foot center includes a small stage, and Barnes said the center would probably not be a concert venue. A normal show stage is 40 feet by 60 feet, he said. You put a 40 by 60 stage in here and you take up one-quarter of the space. Ryan said the city is already relatively well-served by available outdoor locations for concerts. ContinuedfrompageA1 TOWN HALL: Residents give thoughts on expo center idea Gonzales City Manager Allen Barnes listens to comments from the Town Hall audience Tuesday. (Photo by Dave Mundy) The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A7 Graduates: Keep up with your hometown! Use this handy form to subscribe today! All print subscriptions are $25 per year (includes e-subscription) through June 30. Print subscription price increases $35 starting July 1. 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The scholarship funds can also assist students with the Electrical I program. Pictured from BYK Additives Inc. are: Angeles Escalante, Human Resources Manager, Al- ison Avery, CFO, James McCray and Susan Simper, Customer Service, and Caro- lyn Holt, Administrative Assistant. Accepting the check for VC are Jaime Nobles, Academic Advisor and Jackie Mikesh, Gonzales Center Manager. During Mondays monthly Gonzales Economic Development Corp. Board of Di- rectors meeting, directors honored Hector Porras for his service while a mem- ber of the board. Porras resigned recently after a job relocation. Presenting the award Monday is GEDC board president Nathan Neuse. (Photo by Dave Mundy) COLLEGE STATION Local Chambers of Com- merce from across the state of Texas convened Mon- day night June 23, for the TCCE Annual Excellence Awards. Te awards honor organizations for excep- tional eforts in marketing, communications and me- dia outreach. Awards are judged in 7 separate catego- ries: Social Media Market- ing and Communications, Brochures, Chamber Map, Magazine or Community Guide, Print /Electronic News, Outstanding Cham- ber Website, and Outstand- ing Traditional Marketing Campaign. In the category of the Social Media Market- ing and Communications the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture was honored as the best in Texas, winning frst place for its Facebook, Pinter- est, Twitter, and Instagram pages. Te Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agricul- ture also placed third in the category Print /Electronic News for Te Cradle of Texas Express Newsletter and Cannon Blast calen- dar updates. Tis is an extremely competitive process, said Ray Hernandez, TCCE Vice-Chairman of Com- munications and 2014 Me- dia Awards Chair. Tis year we had a record num- ber of entries from around the state. Rest assured the winners tonight faced stif competition from fellow chambers of commerce. Teir victory truly indi- cates the Gonzales Cham- ber of Commerce & Agri- culture is the best in 2014 in their Social Media Mar- keting and Communica- tions. Te overall competition had more than 225 entries from which the best were judged by panels of experts in the specifc feld around the state. Tis prestigious honor demonstrates the phenomenal work done by the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture organizationally and in the community said Bruce Partain, 2014 TCCE Board Chairman and President/ CEO of the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Com- merce. One of the primary re- sponsibilities for a cham- ber is to promote the or- ganization, community and that chambers mem- bers, said Eddie McBride, TCCE Incoming Chair and President of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. By winning this award the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture can be held up as an exam- ple of the best at promoting the chamber, its businesses and providing excellent information to people in Gonzales County. Te Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) is the profession- al society of chamber of commerce executives and professional staf in the state of Texas. Established in 1908, TCCE remains a strong, viable organization and the longest standing association of chamber of commerce professionals in the nation. As a private not-for- profit 501 (c)(6) TCCE operates with the primary goal of serving its mem- bership by providing ex- cellence in professional development, network- ing, resource and idea exchange opportunities and grassroots advocacy information and coor- dination. Through its publications and other resources TCCE provides operational guidance and leadership to chambers across the state. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A8 DuBose Insurance Agency 826 Sarah DeWitt Drive, Gonzales, TX 78629 Oil & Gas Reports Page Sponsored by (830) 672-9581 www.JDCOins.com Regional Oil & Gas Activity Report Cannon News Services newseditor@gonzalescannon.com Recent well completion reports as reported by the Texas Railroad Commission for the period June 25-July 1: Tracking No. Status Packet Type API No. Drilling Permit No. Well No. Submit Date Operator No. Operator Name Lease No. Lease Name Caldwell County 108461 Submitted Oil / W-2 055-34702 782021 1H 06/27/2014 847710 TEXAS PETROLEUM INVESTMENT CO. 01096 RIOS, R. DeWitt County 106408 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-33399 773772 4H 07/01/2014 253162 EOG RESOURCES, INC. 10731 DIO UNIT 106411 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-33396 773769 3H 07/01/2014 253162 EOG RESOURCES, INC. 10731 DIO UNIT 107660 Submitted Gas / G-1 123-33419 774490 4H 06/30/2014 742142 SABINE OIL & GAS LLC KAISER UNIT 108284 Submitted Gas / G-1 123-33360 771387 B1H 06/30/2014 816437 STATOIL TEXAS ONSHORE PROP LLC W. A. BLACKWELL GAS UNIT 1 108345 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-32841 744802 1H 06/25/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. 10528 SONNY SEIFERT A 108383 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-33458 776968 12H 06/25/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. CANTU A 108401 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-32843 744807 2H 06/25/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. 10528 SONNY SEIFERT A 108505 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-33026 754893 2H 06/26/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. CARSON A 108515 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-33199 764447 2H 06/27/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. 10170 SEIFERT C 108577 Submitted Oil / W-2 123-32842 744806 1 06/26/2014 109333 BURLINGTON RESOURCES O & G CO LP 10354 WEIGELT UNIT A Fayette County 108596 Submitted Oil / W-2 149-32107 288055 2A 06/26/2014 103088 BROWNING OIL COMPANY, INC. 18939 JENNIFER UNIT Gonzales County 104532 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33185 771247 3H 07/01/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. CLARK B 106451 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33256 775029 4H 06/30/2014 253162 EOG RESOURCES, INC. 16971 BILLINGS UNIT 107631 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33138 769640 8H 06/25/2014 253162 EOG RESOURCES, INC. 15568 HAMILTON 107827 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33212 772321 1H 06/26/2014 275740 FOREST OIL CORPORATION C. SAMPLE 107984 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33220 773397 1H 06/27/2014 275740 FOREST OIL CORPORATION CARL SAMPLE 108584 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-32988 762087 4H 06/26/2014 253162 EOG RESOURCES, INC. 17436 NICHOLS UNIT 108606 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33269 776054 10H 07/02/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. CLARK C 108612 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-33267 776128 1H 06/30/2014 216378 DEVON ENERGY PRODUCTION CO, L.P. CLARK C-CLARK B SA 108667 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-32918 757902 7H 06/26/2014 301287 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION 10046 ORO NEGRO UNIT 3 108792 Submitted Oil / W-2 177-32919 757906 8H 06/30/2014 301287 GEOSOUTHERN ENERGY CORPORATION 10046 ORO NEGRO UNIT 3 Lavaca County 108646 Submitted Gas / G-1 285-33710 763076 2 06/26/2014 870354 TRIO CONSULTING & MANAGEMENT,LLC DONNELLY Gonzales County Records Gonzales Chamber wins statewide awards Millers Autoworx Miller Bullock Owner/Operator 901 East Davis St. Luling, TX 78648 Work 830-875-2277 Cell 512-771-6218 Fax 830-875-2277 miller.bullock@yahoo.com Complete Auto & Truck Repair Specializing in Diesel, European & Asian Triple AAA Certifed Shop FREE SUSPENSION CHECK Gonzales Livestock Market Report The Gonzales Livestock Mar- ket Report for Saturday, June 28, 2014 had on hand: 840 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold steady. Stocker-feeder steers: Medi- um and large frame No. 1: 150- 300 lbs., $310-$340; 300-400 lbs, $270-$315; 400-500 lbs, $250- $295; 500-600 lbs, $215-$240; 600-700 lbs., $197-$205; 700- 800 lbs, $190-$195. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $135-$155. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medi- um and large frame No. 1: 150- 300 lbs, $255-$325; 300-400 lbs, $230-$245; 400-500 lbs, $205- $225; 500-600 lbs., $195-$210; 600-700 lbs., $175-$185. Packers cows: Good lean util- ity and commercial, $91-$98; Cutters, $101-$117; Canners, $75-$84; Low yielding fat cows, $90-$97. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $120-$135; light weights and medium qual- ity bulls, $105-$110. Stocker Cows: $950-$1,800. Pairs: $1,250-$2,000. We will be closed Saturday, July 5th! Have a Happy and Safe July 4th! Thank you for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa. com! Nixon Livestock Commission Report The Nixon Livestock Com- mission Inc. Report had on hand, June 30, 2014, Volume, 569; 68 cows, 16 bulls. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $284 to $294 to $335; 300-400 lbs., $268 to $278 to $325; 400-500 lbs, $242 to $252 to $290; 500-600 lbs, $218 to $228 to $250; 600- 700 lbs, $197 to $207 to $233; 700-800 lbs, $154 to $164 to $213. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $223 to $233 to $275; 300-400 lbs, $244 to $254 to $285; 400-500 lbs, $225 to $235 to $275; 500-600 lbs, $204 to $214 to $240; 600- 700 lbs, $183 to $193 to $225; 700-800 lbs, $167 to $177 to $190. Slaughter cows: $77 to $128; Slaughter bulls: $106 to $137; Stocker cows: $900 to $1,800. Pairs: $2,000 to $2,425. We will be open on July 7, 2014. Hallettsville Livestock Commission Report The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on June 24, 2014, 1,463, week ago, 1,322, year ago, 1,396. The market was stronger again this week. Better qual- ity classes sold $3 to $6 higher in all weight classes of calves and yearlings. More benefcial rainfall has pasture conditions much improved. Packer cows and bulls sold $2 higher on approx. 220 hd. total. Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $93-$117; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $79-$93; light weight can- ner cows, $65-$79. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $122-$133; utility & cutter bulls, $114-$122; lightweight canner bulls, $100-$114. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; $285-$350; 200-300 lbs, $275-$322.50; 300- 400 lbs, $252-$325; 400-500 lbs, $218-$290; 500-600 lbs, $198- $255; 600-700 lbs, $194-$230; 700-800 lbs, $185-$217.50. Heif- er Calves: under 200 lbs, $270- $315; 200-300 lbs, $260-$300; 300-400 lbs, $220-$288; 400- 500 lbs, $212-$248; 500-600 lbs, $191-$226; 600-700 lbs, $181- $215; 700-800 lbs, $164-$195. We will have a sale Tuesday, July 1st. If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361- 798-4336. Cuero Livestock Market Report Cuero Livestock Market Re- port on June 27, 2014, had 707 head. Had 79 cows and 9 bulls. The packer market was again strong on a short supply. Was consis- tent with last weeks gains. Time to sell any cull cows or bulls. The calf market was higher across the board by an aver- age of $8/cwt. Favorable corn growing weather as well as im- proving grass conditions and a strong demand for limited numbers has pushed the calf market to another week of re- cord all time highs for the fourth week in a row. Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $100- $133; lower grades, $80-$110. Packer cows: breakers, $68- $80 boning, $67-$87; canners & cutters, $82-$125; light & weak, $40-$65. Palpated, 9 head bred, $per cwt, $120-$144. Pairs: 5 pair, $1,500-$2,450. Steer calves: under 200 lbs, None; 200-250 lbs, None; 250- 300 lbs, $307-$312; 300-350 lbs, $287-$302; 350-400 lbs, $275- $306; 400-450 lbs, $259-$300; 450-500 lbs, $245-$280; 500- 550 lbs, $234-$252; 550-600 lbs, $224-$244; 600-700 lbs, $212- $226; 700-800 lbs, $177-$200. Bull Calves: under 250 lbs, $309-$345; 250-300 lbs, $315-$323; 300-350 lbs, $294- $317.50; 350-400 lbs, $282- $304; 400-450 lbs, $260-$280; 450-500 lbs, $248-$270; 500- 550 lbs, $234-$247; 550-600 lbs, $218-$230; 600-700 lbs, $203- $221. Over 700 lbs. bulls, $181- $200. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs., $323-$355; 200-250 lbs, $288- $336; 250-300 lbs, $270-$310; 300-350 lbs, $267-$298; 350- 400 lbs, $239-$263; 400-450 lbs, $235-$268; 450-500 lbs, $231- $265; 500-550 lbs, $220-$258; 550-600 lbs, $217-$262; 600- 700 lbs., $194-$210; over 700 lbs, $173-$196. Area Livestock Reports Gonzales County Courthouse Deeds June 1-30 Ehlinger, Herbert H. and Eh- linger, Vivian A. to Ehlinger, Her- bert H. (trustee) and Ehlinger, Stephen E. (trustee), w/d, Sur- vace only 107.0 Ac. Gonzales County School Land A-229. MTHS Properties LLC to Mam- marella, Phillip Allen and Mam- marella, Krystal Elaine, w/d, Lt. 19 High Ridge Meadows Phase 1. JH Lamp Properties LP to Shepard, Perry Glen and Shepa- rd, Michelle B., w/d, 548.71 Ac J Robinson A-57. Chandan, Sanjiv and Chan- dan, Renu to Dave, Vijay K., w/d, 1.005 Ac J B Patrick A-55. Floyd, John Christopher Jr, Floyd, Jerome Carl, Floyd, James Conrad and Bradley, Joanne Can- dace Floyd to Poe, Thomas L. and Poe, Janelle F., w/d, 111.20 Ac & Easement A Zumwalt A-503. Rafter FC Development, Inc. to Rafter FC Homes, Inc., w/d, Lt. 28, Blk. 1, Lous Garden Subdvn, Gonzales. Kirksey, Patricia Joan to Hail, Tom L., o/l, 490.70 Acres, A Zum- walt, J McCoy & J Stifer Svys, Gonzales & Fayette Counties. Action Gonzales, LLC and Management Action Gonzales, LLC (DBA) to Gonzales Touch- stone, LLC, w/d, 0.432 of an Acre (Pt. Lt. 1), Cartwheel Subdvn, Gonzales. Coleman, Stefan to EOG Re- sources Inc., o/l, Und Int. 80 AC B Lockhart A-36. Hyatt, Randall Lee to EOG Re- sources Inc., o/l, Und Int 78.5 AC S. Gates A-228. Hampton-Clark, Edna Lea to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, Und Int 80.0 Acres B Lockhart A-36. Hanley, Gwendolyn to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, Und Int. 80.0 Acres B Lockhart A-36. Patteson, James to Wilson, Ellis Stevens, w/d, 20.41 Ac. J A Winn A-465. Kelly, James Goss to Schauer, Brian L. and Schauer, Mamie I., w/d,k 164.322 AC & Easement E S Hankins A-272 & W Turner R. A-77. General Land Ofce State of Texas to Penn Virginia Oil & Gas LP, o/l, 14.24 AC B D McClure A-41. Salcher, Dolores Gant to Sal- cher, James Neal, Salcher, Ger- ald Wayne to Ludford, Evelyn and Salas, Sally, w/d, 11.452 Ac D. Davis A-11. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A9 Contractor James McMains re-hangs the sign at the old domino parlor on St. Paul St. in Gonzales Wednesday for the frst time in more than 15 years. Owner/developer Doug Phelan is restoring the parlor to much of its original decor as part of a new bar and grill expected to open this fall. (Photo by Dave Mundy) Gonzales Co. Sherifs Report Yoakum Police Report For The Record GVEC to share $3M in capital credits July 3, 1907 On this day in 1907, Pedro (Don Pedrito) Jaramillo, curandero or faith healer, died in South Texas. He was born of Tarascan Indian parents near Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, in the mid-nineteenth century. He moved to South Texas as a young man in 1881 and settled on the Los Olmos Ranch, in the area of what is now northern Brooks County. He later related that when he was still a poor laborer in Mexico he suffered an affliction of the nose. One night he was in such pain that he went out into the woods to a pool of water. He lay down and buried his face in the mud at the edge and remained there for three days. When he had cured himself he returned to his house and fell asleep. A voice awakened him and told him that he had received the gift of healing from God. He began his practice as a faith healer almost immediately, prescribing the first thing that he thought of and making no charge for his services. At first he treated only close neighbors, but soon he began visiting ranches through- out the region between the Nueces River and the Rio Grande. Dressed as a Mexican peasant, wearing heavy shoes, a sombrero, and a cowboy vest, he either walked or rode a donkey on his heal- ing missions. As his fame spread, an increasing number of patients came to his home. Most were poor Mexican Americans, and often Don Pedrito would provide the remedies he prescribed. He con- stantly received money through the mail in the form of donations, usually in the amount of fifty cents or a dollar. He made generous donations to several area churches and to the constant stream of poor people visiting his ranch. He bought food in wagonloads and kept his storeroom well stocked. More than $5,000 in fifty-cent piec- es was found at his home when he died. Don Pedrito never married, but he adopted two boys. He was buried in the old ranch cemetery near Falfurrias. His resting place has become a shrine and is visited by several hundred persons yearly. A biography of him, Don Pedrito Jaramillo: Curandero, was written in Spanish by Viola Ruth Dodson and published in 1934. Today in Texas History Gonzales Police Report What will the believer become in the aferlife? Clint Lowery Clint Lowery is pastor of Memo- rial Heights Baptist Church in Gonzales. Pastors Corner Tere continues to be a great interest in the subject of angels and the aferlife. Some have wrongly assumed that afer death we become angels. Tis belief is sometimes tied to a Biblical text taken from Mat- thew 22. Here is the text in part, Te same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Him and asked Him, say- ing: Teacher, Moses said that if a man dies, having no children, his brother shall marry his wife and raise up ofspring for his brother. Now there were with us seven brothers. Te frst one died af- ter he had married, and having no ofspring, lef his wife to his brother. Likewise the second also, and the third, even to the seventh. Last of all, the woman died also. Terefore, in the resur- rection, whose wife of the seven will she be? For they all had her. Jesus answered and said to them, you are mistaken, not knowing the Scriptures, or the power of God. For in the resurrection they neither marry nor are they given in marriage, but are like angels of God in heaven. (Matthew 22:23- 30) In this text Jesus is responding to the Jewish sect called the Sad- ducees. Te Sadducees denied both the resurrection and the existence of angels. In this ex- change they were attempting to trap Jesus into saying something erroneous about the aferlife. Teir plan was tied to the ancient Jewish practice called Levirate marriage. Levirate marriage meant that when a young lady was widowed and without children, it became the responsibility of the deceased husbands brother, or next of kin, to take the widow in marriage. In this way the tribal name, family, and inheritance would be kept intact and the widows needs pro- vided for. Tis became part of the Mosaic Law. You may read about it in Deuteronomy 25:5-6. Notice, that Jesus said, in the resurrection we will be like an- gels of God. Tis does not mean that we become an angel at death. You are not an angel, nor am I. You never have been an angel. You will never become an angel. It simply means this. Tere are some things about the nature of angels that we will share in the life to come. Evidently angels do not marry and procreate, nor do they die. We will share that kind of nature with angels. Marriage is a wonderful gif or- dained by God. But marriage is temporary and earthly. Marriage is frst of all a picture of Christ and His love for the church. In heaven we will no longer need that picture. Seeing that we will know even as are known. We will be able to explore the depths of His love face to face and will no longer need a picture or shadow. I know that some are really sen- timental about some day being reunited to a deceased spouse in heaven. No doubt we will see and know one another in heaven. But the relationship will not be one of marriage. As Jesus plainly said, In the resurrection they neither marry nor are they given in mar- riage. In heaven there will be no exclusive relationships, because everyone will be perfectly related to each other. So what will the Believer be- come in heaven? A glorifed child of God ftted for heaven with a new body. Te battle against sin will be forever and ever fnished. We will remain a created being of the Almighty the Creator. Tere we will worship and serve Him in unbroken fellowship for all eter- nity. We will not become an angel. However, we will be everything God has created and designed us to be. What more could we want? Blessings to you. Gonzales Police Report News Release Week Of June 30: 06/20/2014 Reported Burglary Motor Vehicle At 900 Blk St. Joseph St. 06/23/2014 Reported Tef At 1800 Hwy 97. 06/23/2014 Reported Tef At 700 Blk St. Paul St. 06/24/2014 James Edward Rickman Jr 37 Of Gon- zales Arrested And Charged With Assault At 2000 Blk St. Joseph St. 06/24/2014 Ryan Anthony Canales 17 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana At Mcclure And St. Matthew St. 06/24/2014 Josette Swick Dave 47 Of Cost Tx Ar- rested And Charged With Tef At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 06/24/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Counter- feit $10.00 Bill At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 06/24/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of $50.00 Counterfeit Bill At 1800 Blk St. Joseph St. 06/25/2014 Tommy Brian Deberry 45 Of Smiley Tx Arrested And Charged With Aggravated Assault, Evading, And Resisting At Fair And St. Lawrence St. 06/25/2014 Reported Unauthorized Use Motor Vehicle At 800 Blk St. Peter St. 06/25/2014 Steven Tyrone Russell 25 Of Lockhart Tx Arrested And Charegd With Possession Of Con- trolled Substance At 1600 Blk Huisache St. 06/25/2014 Reported Tef At 1800 Blk Sarah De- witt Dr. 06/25/2014 Reported Assault At St. Vincent St And Hamilton St. 06/25/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Counter- feit $50.00 Bill At 1800 Blk St. Joseph St. 06/26/2014 Steven Tyrone Russell 25 Of Lockhart Tx Arrested On Outstanding Warrants Charged With Burglary Habitation, Assault, And Evading Which Was Reported On 06/24/2014. 06/26/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Counter- feit $50.00 Bill At 500 Blk St. Louis St. 06/26/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Counter- feit $50.00 Bill At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 06/28/2014 Raynaldo Flores 111 19 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Evading At 1300 Blk College St. 06/28/2014 Joe Garza Jr 28 Of Gonzales Arrested And Charged With Burglary Of A Building, Posses- sion Of Marijuana, And On Outstanding Warrant For Unauthorized Use Of Motor Vehicle Which Was Reported On 06/25/2014 At Qualls And College St. 06/28/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Counter- feit $20.00 Bill At 1300 Blk Seydler St. 06/29/2014 Reported Forgery Passing Of Couter- feit $50.00 Bill At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. 06/29/2014 Reported Tef At 1800 Blk Church St. 06/29/2014 Julio Joshua Proa 22 Of Gonzales Ar- rested And Charged With Forgery Afer Attempting To Pass A Counterfeit $20.00 Bill At 1300 Blk St. Louis St And Was Charged With Tampering With Evidence. 06/29/2014 Juan Ortiz Lopez 22 Of Gonzales Ar- rested And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana And Tampering With Evidence At 1300 Blk St. Louis St. Luling Police Report Yoakum Police Department report for June 23-29: 06/23/14 Case #14-242, Tef-B, 803 Mathew; Disposition, Investigation. Case #14-243, Criminal Mischief-A, 618 OConner; Disposition, Investigation. 06/26/14 Case #14-244, Burglary-Building, 507 Tozik; Dis- position, Investigation. 06/27/14 Case #14-245, Burglary-Residence, 104 Turner; Disposition, Investigation. Case #14-222, Warrant arrest, Burns, Billy J., 32, Yoakum, 106 Tiele; Ofense, Deceptive Business Practice; Disposition, No Bond/Trans/DCSO. Case #184752, Warrant Arrest, Williams, Neil S., 19, Houston, Dunn @ E. Schleicher; Ofense, W#1386968-Poss. Control Substance; Disposition, No Bond/Trans/DCSO. Case #14-246, Assault-C, 611 US 77A N.; Disposi- tion, Investigation. 06/28/14 Case(s) #14-247, #184757, Lay, Christopher, 30, Yoakum, 103 Austin; Ofense(s) 1. Assault-A(F/V), 2. W#14-016-Expired License Reg., 3. W#14-212-FTA/ Bail Jumping, 4. W@14-869-Speeding, 5. W#14-210- FTA-Bail Jumping, 6. W#14-870-No Insurance, 7. W#14-211-FTA/Bail Jumping; Disposition, 1. Trans/ LCSO, 2. Fine/$166/Trans/LCSO, 3. Fine $216/Trans/ LCSO, 4. Fine/$218.10/Trans/LCSO, 5. Fine/$216/ Trans/LCSO, 6. Fine/$289/Trans/LCSO, 7. Fine/$216/ Trans/LCSO. Case #14-248, Tef-B, 449 Fink; Disposition, In- vestigation. Case #184769, Warrant Arrest (2), 101 E. Gon- zales; Complainant, City of Yoakum; Disposition, Cleared by Arrest. Case #14-249, Horsley, Ryan, 18, Shiner, 101 E. Gonzales; Ofense, Poss-Substance Penalty Group 2-A; Disposition, Trans/LCSO. Case(s) #14-249, #14-250, Evans, Payton, 18, Yoa- kum, 101 E. Gonzales; Ofense(s), 1. Poss-Substance Penalty Group 2-A, 2. Poss-Substance Penalty Group 1; Disposition(s), 1. Trans/LCSO, 2. Trans/LCSO. Case #184769, Warrant Arrest, Evans, Payton, 18, Yoakum, 101 E. Gonzales; Ofense(s), 1. W#13-862- Disobey Stop Sign, 2. W#14-154-FTA/Bail Jumping; Disposition(s), 1. Fine/$197.10/Rel., 2. Fine/$214/Rel. 06/29/14 Case #14-251, Disorderly Conduct, 302 Hope; Dis- position, Court Citation. Luling Police Dept. arrest report for June 21-30: 06/23 14-0219, Manuel Rodriguez IV, 30, 700 Blk. E. Austin St. Luling, charged with delivery of marijuana <=1/4 oz. in drug-free zone, tamper/fabricate physical evidence with intent to impair, possession controlled substance PG 1>=1G <4G 06/24 14-0220, Lena Marie Ferguson, 22, 400 N. Walnot Ave. 61, Luling, warrant arrest, trafc or other warrant, poss. drug paraphernalia 06/25 14-0221, Jessica Marie Natal, 40, I-10/Hwy 80, Luling, Warrant (Failure to appear) 14-0224, Derrick ONeal Johnson, 27, 130 Hays St.- Seton Edgar B. Davis Hospital, public intoxication 06/28 14-0225, Travis Leon Robinson, 23, 1000 Blk. N. Mag- nolia, Luling, Warrant Service (All ofenses against family) 14-0228, Sammy Ray Whited Jr., 25, 104 S. Magnolia Ave/Tiger Tote, Luling, Public intoxication 14-0229, Isaac Rene Renteria, 17, 100 Blk. Kelly Ave, Luling, Warrant (Other) 14-0230, Marcelino Alvarez, 45, 500 Blk. E. Davis St. Luling, Public Intoxication 06/29 14-0231, Justine Roy Sanders, 39, 400 Blk. E. Davis St. Luling, Public intoxication, Abandon/endanger child criminal negligence 14-0232, Jerry R. Villareal, 32, 800 Blk. N. Magnolia Ave., Luling, Public intoxication 14-0233, Devin Casey Clark Nethery, 18, 104 S. Mag- nolia/Tiger Tote, Luling,k Possession Controlled Sub- stance PG 1<1G 14-0234, Rogelio Angel, 19, 104 S. Magnolia/Tiger Tote, Luling,k Possession Controlled Substance PG 1<1G 14-0235, Jefery ONeal Cleveland, 28, 1200 N. Magno- lia/Eagle Disposal, Luling, Possession of drug parapher- nalia 14-0236, Alton Carl Townsend, 37, 1200 N. Magnolia/ Eagle Disposal, Luling, Possession of drug paraphernalia 14-0237, Jasmine Iris Green, 25, 1000 Blk. San Marcos Hwy, Luling, Unlawfully carrying a weapon, driving while intoxicated MB, driving while license suspended/invalid 14-0238, Leodis Cooks Jr., 27, 1000 Blk. San Marcos Hwy, Luling, Unlawfully carrying a weapon, failure to identify 14-0239, Janson Lee Taxton, 41, 400 Oakview Rd, Luling, Tef $500 or more <$1000 Gonzales County Sherifs Ofce report for June 22-28: 06/23/14 Hernandez, Michael Christopher, 01/1977, Gon- zales. Local Warrant Burglary of a Building. Local Warrant Possession Controlled Substance PG 1 <1 G Drug Free Zone. Local Warrant Driving while License Invalid. Released on Order to Appear. Trans- ferred to Comal County. 06/25/14 Espinoza, Deana Kaye, 07/1965, Port Lavaca. Local Warrant Tef of Property >$20 <$500 by Check. Requires $1,500 Bond. Wilson County War- rant Tef of Property >$20 <$500 by Check. Re- quires $15,000 Bond. Fayette County Warrant Tef of Property >$20 <$500 by Check. Requires $1,300 Bond. Remains in Custody. 06/26/14 LaFour, Michael Jared, 03/1976, Manuel. Tef of Material Alum/Bronze/Copper/Brass <$20K. Re- quires $7,500 Bond. Remains in Custody. Cooper, Rodney Eugene, 03/1987, Pasadena. Tef of Material Alum/Bronze/Copper/Brass <$20K. Re- quires $7,500 Bond. Remains in Custody. Ramos, Albert, 08/1972, Gonzales. Commitment/ Sentence Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 >1G <$G. Released Weekender/Work Release. 06/27/14 Patek, Rodd Clayton, 09/1985, Hallettsville. Com- mitment/Sentence Driving while Intoxicated w/ Child under 15 YOA. Released Weekender/Work Release. Ross, Christopher Paul, 12/1992, Shiner. Commit- ment/Sentence Aggravated Assault causes Serious Bodily Injury. Released Weekender/Work Release. Acosta, Rosaria Janet, 04/1980, Gonzales. Com- mitment/Sentence Injury Child/Elderly/Disable w/ Intent Bodily Injury. Commitment/Sentence Injury Child/Elderly/Disable w/Intent Bodily Injury. Re- leased Weekender/Work Release. 06/28/14 Sepulveda, Justin, 07/1988, Gonzales. Local War- rant Driving while License Invalid. Requires $515.00 Fine. Local Warrant Display Expired Registration. Requires $165.00 Fine. Local Warrant Driving while License Invalid. Requires $515.00 Fine. Released on Pay Plan. Hernandez, Jimmy, Jr., 06/1962, Stockdale. Local Warrant No Valid Inspection Certifcate. Requires $165.00 Fine. Local Warrant No Drivers License Issued. Requires $315.00 Fine. Released on Order to Appear. Total Arrest, Court Commitments, other agency arrest and processings: GCSO 10 DPS 07 GPD 11 WPD 00 NPD 05 Constable 00 DWCSO 00 DEA 00 TPW 00 GCAI 04 Total 37 Te Board of Directors of the Guadalupe Valley Elec- tric Cooperative (GVEC) is pleased to announce a re- fund of $3 million in capital credits will be distributed in July to GVEC members. Te amount of refund for each member is based on the amount of electricity the member has purchased. Member bills will be cred- ited for refunds less than $25. For refunds more than $25, members will receive a check by mail. GVEC is a strong util- ity that earns a margin each year. Municipal utilities typ- ically transfer these funds to their general accounts, and investor-owned utilities pay dividends to shareholders. GVECs cooperative form of ownership allows it to re- turn a portion of the utilitys margin to GVECs member- owners when fnancial con- ditions allow. Tis sharing of the posi- tive fnancial performance of GVEC with member- owners is just one of the benefts that make the coop- erative form of business so unique. Te Board of Direc- tors would like to thank the membership for their sup- port and participation as member-owners of GVEC, says Board President Lewis Borgfeld. We continually strive to make prudent de- cisions and are very pleased when we are able to put money back into the pockets of our member-owners. If GVEC members have questions, they can call 800.223.4832 to speak with a Customer Service Repre- sentative, visit www.gvec. org<http://www.gvec.org>, or view their July issue of Texas Co-op Power maga- zine. GVEC is an electric co- operative that serves over 74,000 meters across 13 Tex- as counties. Te service area spans 3,500 square miles across South Central Texas. Te headquarter ofce is lo- cated in Gonzales, with four area ofces in the cities of Schertz, Seguin, La Vernia and Cuero. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A10 Representatives from Sleep Inn & Suites present Li- brarian Becky Villa with a donation for Friends of the Library. Pictured left to right: Jillian Aguilar, Martha Canales, Becky Villa (Librarian), Andrew Rodriguez, and Linda Ramirez. Paul Neuse of Storeys Jewelry presents a donation to Friends of the Library Vice President Janie Pineda. Representatives from BYK Additives and Instru- ments present Friends of the Library Vice President Janie Pineda with a donation. Pictured left to right: in back, Arturo Nodal, Joan Richardson, Carolyn Holt, and in front, FOL VP, Jon Such, Angela Escalante, and Samantha Garcia. The Gonzales Public Library had their frst Summer Science Spectacular June 28. We had a great turn out with stations set up for the kids to learn about sci- ence and create projects they could take home. We would like to thank the Gonzales County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Gonzales Dog Adoptions, Gon- zales Fire Department, Texas State Troopers, All the Volunteers and everyone who attended the 1st Sum- mer Science Spectacular for making it such a won- derful success! Science Fair at Gonzales Public Library Catholic Daughters Fr. Pete Roebucks Court 2140 met at on June 24, 2014 at St. James Parish Hall. Te Opening Prayer was said by Bonnie San Miguel. Te Pledge of Allegiance was said by members. During the meeting, the Pro-Life Prayer and the prayer for the Armed Services were said. Te new ofcers, Debbie Aleman, Regent; Bonnie San Miguel, Vice-Regent; Shirley Hodges, Financial Secretary; Pam Parker, Sec- retary; and Carrie Tinsley, Treasurer, were installed by Virginia Olsovsky District 30 Deputy. Tese were also given a blessing by Fr. Paul. Te monthly birthday party was held at the Tex- an and Bingo was held at the Heights. Patsy Darilek led the Sunday Rosary . A thank you note was read from Sophie Oliver. Te Vacation Bible Sessions were held during the week of June 9th. CDA fed 130 on Monday of that week. Fr. Simon Brzozowski Fifieth Ordination Anni- versary was held June 8th and CDA members provid- ed desserts and help serve during the reception. Te Colby Glen Brown Golf Tournament was suc- cessful and awarded eight $1,200 Scholarships. Under new business, the Nunez family is hav- ing problems due to Mrs. Nunez having 2 strokes and surgery and being unable to work. Our Court is giv- ing them a $200 donation and we have been asked to contact our Congressman because they are also facing immigration problems. Kennon Brunkenhoefer won the door prize. Te August 26th meeting will be a Salad Supper. Kennon Brunkenhoefer will do the Prayer. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A11 Gonzales Book Club News J B Wells Upcoming Events Sponsored by Gonzales Livestock Market P.O. Box 565 Gonzales, TX 78629 David Shelton Mobile 830-857-5394 Mike Brzozowski Mobile 830-857-3900 Sale every Saturday at 10am Offce 830-672-2845 Fax 830-672-6087 with live webcast @ www.cattleUSA.com July 4th-6th WRAPN3 Barrel Race MATAMOROS TACO HUT Specials July 7th-July 13th Breakfast Potato & Sausage 1 15 Lunch Taco Salad $ 4 95 Business Delivery Only ends at 11 a.m. 201 St. Joseph Gonzales 672-6615 OPEN SUN.-TUES 6:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. WED.-SAT. 6:00 A.M.-8:OO P.M. Fun-Tier Tours Inc. 830-875-1700 P.O. Box 87, Luling, TX. 78648 funtiertours@yahoo.com Last Call on July Trips!!! Overnight Coushatta Bus Trip July 13 & 14 $69.00 pp/db, bus, hotel-Coushatta Inn, $23 free play on players card. Departs downtown Luling at 7 a.m. and Franks in Schulenburg at 7:45 a.m. Reserve your seats NOW!! Turnaround -- One Day trip to Texas Only Casino July 25th - $35 pp/dbl, Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino, $20.00 free play. Departs downtown Luling at 7:00 a.m. returns approximately 8:30 p.m. Seats must be reserved and paid in advance. Overnight Choctaw, Durant Oklahoma, August 3&4 $99 pp/dbl, bus, hotel tower, $10 free play & discounted buffet. Departs downtown Luling at 7 am picks up in Georgetown 8:15 a.m. Limited spaces available from Luling. On the Square 520 St. Paul, Gonzales OPEN FOR LUNCH Kitchen Hours: Mon.-Fri. - 11am-9:30 pm; Saturday - 6:30 pm-9:30 pm 830-672-3647 - Bar; 830-857-5194 - Marlene, owner July 4th Bar will be open during day and Kitchen will open at 5:00 p.m. Delivery of Channel Catfsh, Bass, Hybrid Bluegill, Redear Bream, Coppernose Bluegill, Fathead Minnows, Black Crappie and Grass Carp are available for Pond & Lake Stocking. A permit 10 days notice are required for the purchase of Triploid Grass Carp. Thursday, June 12th 3:00-4:00pm Nixon Nixon Feed Co. 113 W. Central
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The 3:30 matinee performance at the Crystal Theatre is free to the public as part of the Crystal Theatres Young Program. Te Gonzales Book Club met Turs. June 19, to discuss Mrs. Poe by Lynn Cullen. Tis is an histori- cal novel about the love af- fair between Mrs. Frances Osgood and Edgar Allen Poe. Mrs. Osgoods hus- band has lef her and their two daughters and she is living with friends in New York. She is an aspiring poet and determined to make a living as a writer. Te setting is New York in 1845 and she attends conversaziones, popular among the upper class at that time. Tese are held at Mrs. Fullers home where important writers such as Longfellow, Wordsworth, and Poe gather to discuss literature and important happenings of the time. Mr. Poe and Mrs. Poe at- tend these conversaziones and he is asked to read his poem Te Raven at all of them. Mrs. Osgood is at- tracted to him immedi- ately. Virginia Poe was 13 when Mr. Poe married her and is 23 and still young and child- ish in this novel. She coughs constantly with consump- tion and is sickly. She insists that Mr. Poe invite Mrs. Os- good over to visit her. Tis happens several times in the novel. Mr. Poe walks her home and they talk and firt quietly. Mr. Poe and Mrs. Osgood do spend the night together, once, in Boston at a literary meeting, regis- tered as Mr. and Mrs. Poe. Our discussion began with the reading of Te Raven. It was a great re- minder of Poes talent. Ten throughout the discussion we decided Mrs. Poe was indeed the appropriate title for the novel because al- though she is not the main character, her actions stand out as she was seemingly sabotaging Mrs. Osgood in little ways. For instance there was a photographic session and everyone was to be absolutely still for their photo, When it was Mrs. Osgoods turn, Mrs. Poe has a coughing spell and Mrs. Osgood moved her head, thus a headless photograph. Oh no, did I spoil it? asks Mrs. Poe. Another time they were on a family pic- nic and were out on a boat. Mrs. Poes hat falls into the water, Mrs. Osgood reaches for it and falls (was pushed?) into the water. Tere are several instances like these throughout the novel. We decided she knew of the at- traction between Mrs. Os- good and Mr. Poe and was going to be with her hus- band whenever possible, inviting Mrs. Osgood as a friend into her home, going to the conversaziones, and with her sickness. Tere are a few other distinctive characters whose relation- ships with Mrs. Osgood we discussed, as well as their unusual style of dress. The novel has a sur- prising ending and tells of the true historical dates and reasons for the deaths of Mrs. Poe, Edgar Allen Poe, and Mrs. Os- good. It also gives a rea- son for some of the poor reputation Poe had, and still has, which is based on a biased biography of Rufus W. Griswold. We also chose books for the next fve months: July: Te Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd Aug: Te Orphan Train by Christine Baker Kline Sept: Giant by Edna Ferber Oct: Longbow by Joe Baker Nov: Te Tigers Wife by Tea Obreht Our next meeting will be on July 17 from 10-11 am at Lifords Books and Fine Art. We will discuss Te Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. By CAROLYN MIKESH Special to The Cannon Catholic Daughters News By CONNIE KRIDLER Special to The Cannon The Victoria College Gonzales Center is pleased to recognize the following students as graduates of the summer 2014 Commercial Trucking Driving Course: (L-R) John Zamora, Jay Maddox, VC Instructor, Zackery Kotzebue, Robert Thompson, and Kingsley Green pictured with his son. These students success- fully completed the CDL course and passed all DPS testing requirements. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page A12 The fourth week of the Main Street Summer Concert Series brought a pair of crowd-pleasers to Gonzales legendary Tejano Grammy winner Elida Reyna y Avante and upcoming artist Lucky Joe. Both artists did a great job of playing to an enthusiastic audience. (Photos by Dave Mundy) 1405 E. Sarah DeWitt Gonzales, TX 78629 830-672-9646 Caraway Ford Gonzales Offer Expires July 31, 2014 Stock # 11613 New 2014 Ford Focus 4 Door Sedan $ 16,455 + T.T.L Sale Price Have a Safe & Happy 4th of July from Caraway Ford Gonzales 26 City MPG 37 Hwy MPG $18,730 MSRP, $275 Caraway Discount, $2,000 Retail Customer Cash Save an extra $1,000 if you fnance this car thru Ford Motor Credit See Dealer for Details. W/A/C 6-Speed Automatic Transmission CD/MP3 Player Remote Keyless Entry System Power Windows/Power Door Locks 7 Air Bags New Gonzales sofball coach Sam White has already been living in Gon- zales for the last two years as his wife is a teacher with GISD. When the head sofball job opened up recently, it only made sense for White to apply for and accept the job. During the past two years, White has been teaching and serving as head sofball coach at Nixon-Smiley ISD and before that, he had been working up in the Dallas area. Living in Gonzales and taking the head sofball coach will allow me to connect with the community in which I live in, he said. With Little League and Junior League in Gon- zales, Ive already started attending games, trying to get to know the par- ents and players. White goes from one team to an- other team that are in similar boats. Gonzales and Nixon are in simi- lar situations with their sofball pro- grams, with neither having a post- season appearance for some time. But they are also in diferent situ- ations, one being more participation among the Gonzales players through various youth club teams. Te players in Gonzales are on travel teams, select ball and playing all-star ball, and taking part in sum- mer leagues, White said. White will inherit a young team in 2015. For many of them, 2014 was their frst exposure to varsity sofball, he said. When you are freshman and sophomores playing teams that are flled with juniors and seniors, it is a challenge. Tey are going to be a year older and that is good. White said the key thing will be get- ting the players from the 2014 team to trust him and his philosophy. My philosophy is pretty simple: we are going to play hard, he said. Every time we go out, we are not just going to expect to compete; we are expecting to win. Another part of my Sports B Additional sports content is available on the web at gonzalescannon. com By MARK LUBE sportseditor@gonzalescannon.com WHITE Page B2 Sam White The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 The Vaz Clinic, P.A. Family Practice & TVC CLINICAL RESEARCH 830-672-2424 is accepting New Patients Walk Ins Wellness Physical 1103 N. Sarah DeWitt Dr. By MARK LUBE sportseditor@gonzalescannon.com New softball coach White to stress team unity, enjoyment Yoakum grad McCracken signs with UHV to play baseball Afer trying out and not making the team for the football, baseball and track programs at Sam Houston State University during his freshman year, Yoakum graduate Blake McCracken thought he would probably not take part in collegiate athletics. However, it appears God has other plans for the four- sport standout 2013 Bull- dog. McCracken recently signed to play baseball for the University of Houston- Victoria this upcoming school year, where he will be a sophomore. McCracken said he did have ofers to play at small- er schools but decided to forego those to take a shot at a Division I or II pro- gram. Afer my senior year in high school, I had ofers to go play at small schools, but I wanted to try my hand at a Div 1 or Div 2 school, he said. Tat experience helped me in the long run and I cant say I didnt try. So signing afer my senior year is very humbling. He admitted he felt down afer unsuccessful tryouts at SHSU, not having a sport to participate in. I was very down on myself, almost to the point where I wanted to quit school. School was pretty much boring without hav- ing a sport to look forward to afer class. Yes, there was Intramurals, but I wanted real a competitive sport that meant something, Mc- Cracken said. I grew up my whole life around sports, and Intramurals wasnt the same. At a weekend dance event, he ran into a former club teammate and current member of the UHV pro- gram, Dylan Blaha. At the time, McCracken was planning to transfer to Trinity University in San Antonio to play on the foot- ball team. Blaha encouraged him to consider playing baseball at UHV. He asked what weremy plans next year as far as playing. I said to him that I was going to play football at Trinity University (San Antonio). He then said to me, why dont you try out for the UHV baseball team? I thought to myself, one, its closer to home and two, its a whole lot cheaper than Trinity, which is a pri- vate college. So I told him I would defnitely consider it, McCracken said. A couple of days later, McCrackens father, Mike McCracken, emailed UHV head coach Terry Puhl and let him know of Blakes in- terest. Puhl got back to Mike McCracken and asked if Blake McCracken could at- First-year Indianette coach leads team to state title game By MARK LUBE sportseditor@gonzalescannon.com Former Bulldog takes unique path to collegiate baseball MCcRACKEN Page B2 First-year Sacred Heart head coach Derick Janak had just one returning se- nior from last years TAPPS 1A/2A state semifnalist team and had to work in several underclassmen to the varsity level. Tings came together for the In- dianettes as they did one game better than last year, playing in the state cham- pionship game, falling to Waco Vanguard in a 14-in- ning, 7-4 result. Janak has been named Gonzales Can- non Sofball Coach of the Year afer leading the India- nettes to that hard-fought state title game. While the Yoakum Lady Bulldogs were probably a little disappointed to have not made the state tour- nament and ended their season in the area round against Navarro, they still had a very solid season. And it was helped by multi- sport senior frst baseman- Callie Witte, who has been named Gonzales Cannon Sofball Player of the Year. At the plate, Witte had .544 average on 103 at-bats with 30 runs, 56 hits, 30 RBIs, six doubles, six triples and three home. On de- fense, she had a felding of .997 with 132 put-outs, 17 assists and just four errors on the year. 2014 All-Cannon Sofball Team Coach of the Year: Der- ick Janak, Hallettsville Sacred Heart Player of the Year: Callie Witte, sr, Yoakum Callie Witte, sr, Yoakum. Te G-Town Striders had fve athletes qualify for the AAU Junior Olympics meets at a qualifying meet held recently in Converse. Mayra Ganados qualifed in the 3,000-meter run with a seventh-place fnish as well as the 1500 as she was in eighth place; Keaundra Cray won the discus and qualifed in the shot put for third place; Khelsea Cray came in third place in the discus; David Sexton qualifed in the 1500 in his age group with eighth place; Jeremiah Hastings fnished his 1500 in eighth place to qualify. Other results for the Striders were Keaundra Cray coming in No. 31 in the 100; Yasmin Mayberry fnish- ing tenth, Brycen Shleton coming at No. 34 and Scotty Upshaw in at No. 35. Khelsea Cray came in No. 18 in the 800 and LeAnndrea McCarty was at No. 11. Sexton was No. 12 and Hastings was No. 11. Jalen Miller was seventh in the shot put and Upshaw was eighth. Keaundra Cray was No. 50 in the 200; McCarty was No. 31, Mayberry was No. 18 and Shelton was No. 31. McCarty was No. 29 in the 400, Mayberry was No. 34 and Shelton was No. 24. Tyvione Roaches placed eighth place in the shot put. Striders sending fve to Junior Olympics All-Cannon Softball SOFTBALL Page B2 Monster Truck show Monster truck fans were treated to displays, jaw-dropping stunts and the roar of big, big trucks with big, big, big tires Friday and Saturday at the Lone Star Promotions Monster Truck Nationals at JB Wells Gonzales Arena. (Photos by Mark Lube) 544 batting average, 103 AB, 30 runs, 56 hits, 30 RBIs, 6 dbles, 6 triples, 3 HR, 7 So on the season, .565 OBP, .805 slug%, 1.371 OPS Fielding %.977, 156 TC, 132 PO, 17 Assists, 4 errors on the season Career Stats: .487 BA, 261 AB, 71 runs, 110 hits, 75 rbis, 20 doubles, 11 triples, 3 hr, .495 OBP, slg% .713; felding % of .955, 246 TC, 21 assists, 14 errors for the 3 year letter- man. Was selected to the 2014 TGCA ALL-STAR Game in Volleyball, All-State in Volley- ball. Academic All District all fours years, 1st team All Dis- trict Outfelder (2011-2012), 1st team Infelder (2014) She is a 3 sport standout at Yoakum High School- She was Academic All-District; All-District CO/MVP Setter; Victoria Advocate All-Area Honorable Mention; Texas Sports Writers Association Honorable Mention All-State; Gonzales All-Cannon Setter. All State Volleyball, Basketball 2014 Pitchers Ce Ce Darilek, soph, Shiner, AVG-.452, AB-93, R-5 (used CR), H-42, 2B-9, 3B-4, HR- 0, BB- 20, RBI- 24, K- 14;Pitch- ing- 21-8, IP- 166.1, H-142, R-104, ER- 61,BB-82, K-173, ERA- 2.57. Rachel Saulnier,sr, Halletts- ville Sacred Heart. Pitching: 9 wins 4 Losses, ERA 1.47, 64 innings pitched with 51 Ks and an average of 5.87 Ks per 7innings, threw frst shutout in the State Semi- Finals against Shiner St.Paul, also played frst base. Batting: Average of. 373, 72 at Bat,s had 26 runs, 26 hits (8 doubles and 3 triples) with 20 RBIs, On base % of .489 and a Slugging % of 492. CoCo Caraway, soph, Hal- lettsville, 19-2 District Defen- sive MVP. Abby Irvin, jr, Shiner St. Paul Kaci Collier, soph, Luling Miranda Corrila, jr, Nixon- Smiley Tori Lester, soph, Gonzales Catchers Reagan Renken, sr, Yoa- kum .541 Batting Average; 98 AB, 53 Hits, 40 runs, 40 RBIs, 11 doubles, 4 triples, 14 Home Runs, OBP .595, Slg % 1.102, OPS % 1.697; Fielding %- .995, 208 TC, 193 PO, 14 Assists, 1 error on the year. 39 SBA and 7 SB against her, Caught Stealing % was .820.Selected to Play in the Victoria All Star Red Team. Was selected as All-State Catcher in 2013 Career Stats: 2011-2014 .482 Batting Average, 65 BB, 57 SO, 145 RBIs, 210 Hits, 112 Runs, 18 HR, 5 triples, 40 dou- bles. Fielding Stats: .992, 490 TC, 45 Assists, 8 errors, CS% of .600. 1st Team DH (2011- District 28-3A), 2nd team Catcher (2012- District 28- 3A), 1st team Catcher 26-3A, All State Catcher 2013, Victo- ria Advocate 1st team Catcher, Received MVP of the Seguin Tournament(28 team tourn.) hitting 10 home runs in 6 games, and went 16 for 20 in the tournament (2014), All Tournament Selection in Vic- Local 1A baseball teams Shiner and Flatonia domi- nated the 28-1A All Dis- trict superlatives following deep playof runs, with the Comanches reaching the regional semifnals and Flatonia going all the way to the 1A state title game. Shiner senior Jacob Staf- ford won Most Valuable Player; Flatonia sopho- more Casen Novak won Ofensive MVP; Bulldog senior Will Bruns and Comanche junior Blake Michalec received the De- fensive MVP. Flatonia had freshman Easton Migl and Shiner had freshman Bran- don Cerny both named as Newcomer of the Year. Flatonia players making the First Team are junior pitcher Marcus Mica, se- nior pitcher Mitchell Mica, freshman infelder Kadden Mikulik and junior out- felder Gus Venegas. Bulldogs making the Second Team is sophomore pitcher Nick Flores, sopho- more infelder Livan Ce- dillo and senior outfelder Wyatt Wehmeyer. Comanches chosen for the First Team is sopho- more pitcher Ty Condel, sophomore catcher Caleb Murrile, junior infelder Dillon Kalina, freshman outfelder Ty Boedeker and junior utility Tyler Patek. Shiner selections from the Second Team is junior outfelder Ryan Bickham. 28-1A All District MVP Jacob Staford, sr, Shiner Ofensive MVP Casen Novak, soph, Flatonia Defensive MVP Will Bruns, sr, Flatonia; Blake Michalec, jr, Shiner Newcomer Easton Migl, frosh, Flatonia; Brody Gall, frosh, Weimar; Bran- don Cerny, frosh, Shiner. First Team Pitcher Marcus Mica, jr, Flatonia; John Blaha, jr, Weimar; Mitchell Mica, sr, Flatonia; Ty Condel, soph, Shiner; Cameron Martinez, jr, Ganado. Catcher Chris Kutac, jr, Louise; Caleb Murrille, soph, Shiner. Infeld Kadden Mi- kulik, frosh, Flatonia; Dil- lon Kalina, jr, Shiner; Seth Helmcamp, sr, Weimar; Blaine Machicek, soph, Lou- ise; Caleb Schendel, sr, Yor- ktown; Clay Vesely, sr, Ga- nado. Outfeld Ty Boedeker, fresh, Shiner; Gus Venegas, jr, Flatonia; Dayton Mil- ner, soph, Weimar; Jase Bill, soph, Louise; Chase Svatek, jr, Ganado. Utility Tyler Patek, jr Shiner Designated Hitter Ryan Almanza, jr, Weimar Second Team Pitcher Regan Bill- ing, frosh, Yorktown; Tan- ner Sembera, frosh, Weimar; Nick Flores, soph, Flatonia; Hunter Koudela, jr, Louise. Catcher Cullen Mau- pin, frosh, Weimar; Milam Eckhardt, soph, Yorktown. Infeld Damian Ramirez, frosh, Yorktown; Kody Poulton, frosh, Gana- do; Livan Cedillo, soph, Fla- tonia; Carson Hollas, jr, Wei- mar; Ty Tucker, soph, Louise; Clay Gonzales, jr, Louise Outfeld Ryan Bick- ham, jr, Shiner; Michael Hibbard, soph, Louise; Cy Strieber, frosh, Yorktown; Wyatt Wehmeyer, sr, Fla- tonia; Chris Arriaga, sr, Ga- nado. Utility Greyson Ulrich, sr, Weimar. Designated Hitter Tomas Parks, sr, Ganado. tend a practice later that week. So that Friday afer my classes, I drove down from Huntsville to Victoria and practiced with the team. It wasnt a tryout so-to-say, I just did drills with the team as I was the only one there not on the team. Af- ter, coach Puhl told me I have a spot on the roster if I decide to come to school there. And of course I said yes, Blake McCracken said. He has been doing things over the summer to get ready to be a player on the Jaguar squad. I have been playing in a community league and working out. Ive also been going to the batting cages throughout the weeks. During the school year, I was still working out too at the rec center at SHSU, Blake McCracken said. His goals for his frst year on the team is to earn a starting spot and help UHV make a return trip to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) World Series. Blake McCracken does have a rather unique long- term goal he wants to set the UHV record for ca- reer stolen bases before he graduates. Te success in the early stages of the UHV pro- gram existence, the experi- ence and knowledge of the coaching staf and proxim- ity to Yoakum are Blake McCrackens reasons for selecting UHV. He will play either in- felder (second base) or in the outfeld for the Jaguars. Coach Puhl loved my speed and that I could play anywhere on the feld he plugged me into, Blake McCracken said. He wants to major in kinesiology but UHV cur- rently does not ofer the major but is working to bring it in. Blake McCrack- en wants to pursue a career in teaching and coaching afer leaving college. He said he would have to improvise his major path for the time being. I will major in educa- tion, or something to do along the lines of history or geography, Blake Mc- philosophy involves build- ing relationships. Being a part of high school sofball is being a team. White wants the Gon- zales teammates to make memories and enjoy the experiences of their sport together. It is one thing to be a player on a team but you have to enjoy it, he said. If the girls are not enjoying being with each other, play- ing and working as a team then we will be missing op- portunities to build lasting memories. Te Lady Apaches will be in a new district (26-4A) next season with familiar foes Yoakum and Cuero while adding Canyon Lake Fischer, Geronimo Navarro, La Vernia and Wimberley. It will be a tough dis- trict but our goal is to win ball games to put us in a position to compete for a district title, White said. We want to make the play- ofs. Another goal I have is I want the girls to compete hard in every game. I want them to have a belief they can win. A third goal is to build a junior varsity pro- gram. I think is a JV team is crucial to build for the fu- ture. I cannot have girls sit- ting on the bench and in the stands not getting reps or playing time. Starting play- ers young is a huge thing for me. I want to get them started with summer camps and getting middle-school age girls to transition into high school sofball. White stressed to get ath- letes to stay with the pro- gram all four years of high school to provide the team with senior leadership. He said he is very excited about the returning pitch- ers, sophomore Carla Tor- res, junior Tori Lester and with sophomore Jaycie Bur- ton. Tey can keep us in ball games, White said. Juniors Kristen Ma- gallanes and Gretchen Singleton along with soph- omores Skylea Tatsch, Ken- dra Williams, Shania Lloyd and Sheridan Tate will help White in his frst year even more. It will be a challenge and a good thing, he said. Tere is still a learning curve for them dealing with varsity pitching, the speed and the skill level playing teams like La Vernia, Wim- berley and Navarro. White will coach fresh- man volleyball and will likely teach World Geogra- phy or another Social Stud- ies class. The Cannon Thursday, july 3, 2014 Page B2 Sports Continued from page B1 Warning: The Polaris RANGER and RZR are not intended for on-road use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with a valid drivers license to operate. Passengers must be at least 12 years old and tall enough to grasp the hand holds and plant feet frmly on the foor. All SxS drivers should take a safety training course. Contact ROHVA atwww. rohva.org or (949) 255-2560 for additional information. Drivers and passengers should always wear helmets, eye protection, protective clothing, and seat belts. Always use cab nets. Be particularly careful on diffcult terrain. Never drive on public roads or paved surfaces. Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/drugs dont mix. Check local laws before riding on trails. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. Polaris adult models are for riders 16 and older. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing, and be sure to take a safety training course. For safety and training information in the U.S., call the SVIA at (800) 887-2887. You may also contact your Polaris dealer or call Polaris at (800) 342-3764. 2014 Polaris Industries Inc. 2014 Polaris Industries Inc. Finance your new Polaris at 3.95% up to 66 months with approved credit! Yoakum 2013 graduate Blake McCracken signed a letter of intent to play base- ball for the University of Houston-Victoria on Friday. Pictured left to right: is Yoakum athletic direcotr Brent Kornegay, Yoakum head baseball coach Bobby Nicholson, UHV assistant baseball Coach Doug Heinold, Michael McCracken (fa- ther) and Yvette McCracken (mother) Seated: Blake McCracken signing his letter of intent. . He attended Sam Houston State this past year and is transferring to UHV to play baseball. Blake was a three-year letterman for Yoakum. Sophomore: All State Utility 3rd team; 1st team All-District. Junior: All State Honorable Men- tion 3rd Base; 1st Team All-District Senior: All-District 1st Team 3rd Base Played every position at Yoakum except 1st Base. (Courtesy photo). SOFTBALL Page B4 Wednesday Scramble winners. June 18 Wednesday Scramble winners: First Place: Phil McCaskill, Wiley Blume, Jason Con- del, Denise Sandelovic, and Butch Jackson. Sec- ond Place: Kirk Boggess, Larry McMllan, Keith Pope, DeAnn Atkinson, Ryan Atkinson and Jim Cannan. (Courtesy photos) WHITE: Coached at NS for two years Dogs, Comanches take over District 28-1A superlatives Continued from page B1 MCcRACKEN: Discussion with former team- mate leads to opportunity in NAIA collegiate baseball SOFTBALL: Witte wins Player of the Year award Continued from page B1 The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B3 Fourth of July sofball tournament in Yoakum Te 4th of July Sofball Bash will be Saturday and Sunday in Yoakum. Mens and IncrediBall Co-Ed. ASA Modifed. $125 per team. Entry deadline is July 2. Call 361-655-2909 for more information and/or to register a team. 35th Annual Half Moon Holidays Fun Run Te 35th Annual Half Moon Holidays Fun Run 5K/10K will be Saturday at Shiners Green Dickerson Park, with on-site registra- tion starting at 6:30 a.m. and the race starting at 7:30. Te fee is $30 if reg- istered before June 25 and $35 afer. All participants will receive a T-Shirt. Online registration is available at www.ath- leteguild.com/node/3895/ signup. For more in- formation, contact Lindsey Morkovsky at 361-772-1885 or Court- ney Morkovsky at 361- 649-8176, or email to lmorkovsky@lonestarbank. com. TA Football combine on July 19 TA Scouting will be hosting a combine for high school football players in grades 9-12 and 2014 grad- uates who have not signed with a collegiate program. Te combine will take place at Jarrell High School (I-35 20 miles north of Austin at Exit 275), starting at 8 a.m. July 19. Tere will be a recruiting seminar and skills test (40, shuttle, bench press, broad jump, 1-on-1s). Te com- bine report and results will be viewed by over 700 col- lege coaches. Fee is $55 and you can register online at tascout- ingscoop.com. No on-site registration will be avail- able. For more information, contact 254-493-7451. Lady Apaches volleyball camp Te Gonzales Lady Apaches volleyball camp will be July 21-24, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. for players in grades 4-9. Campers will be taught fundamentals and team strategies. Camp- ers will need to wear T- Shirts, gym shorts and gym shoes. Cost per camper is $30 and there will be open registration 30 minutes pri- or to the start of camp. Fee includes camp T-Shirt and instruction. Moulton Jamboree 5K Run/Walk and Kids Jam Race Te Moulton Jamboree 5K Run/Walk and Kids Jam Race will be held July 26 behind TK Personal Fitness and Kloesel Construction at 212 W. Moore Avenue in Moulton. Packet pick- up and onsite registration will start at 7 a.m. and the 5K will start at 8. Te Kids Jam Race will be at 8:15. Te course will be an out- and-back along a paved country road with water on the route and refreshments at the fnish line. Fee is $20 per runner/walker by July 11 and $25 afer. Kids race is $10. Race T-Shirts are guaranteed if fee is paid by July 11. For more informa- tion, contact Tara Kloesel at tarakloesel@gmail.com or 979-450-5319. Gonzales Apaches foot- ball camp Te Gonzales Apache 2014 football camp will be held July 28-30, from 8:30- 11:30 a.m. at the Gonzales football practice feld for athletes in grades 3-9. Te camp will feature instruc- tion on fundamentals, skills and techniques; com- petition games and 7-on-7 tournament; awards and Gonzales HS football phi- losophy and attitude. Te sample schedule for players in grades 2-6 will be stretching, speed drills, testing (height, weight, vertical jump and 40-yard dash), water break, indi- vidual ofense, individual defense and 7-on-7/other competition. Grades 7-9 will have their workouts structured like football practice. Ofensive and defensive schemes that will be ran this fall will be taught. Campers should have shorts, T-Shirt, football shoes and flled water bot- tle. Cost is $30 per camper which includes awards and camp T-Shirt. Registration can be mailed to Coach Kodi Crane, PO Drawer M, Gonzales, TX 78629. For more information, contact Coach Crane at 830-857-0309. Apache football sea- son ticket pickup starting Aug. 4 Starting Aug. 4, varsity football season ticket hold- ers from 2013 will be able to pick up their tickets that they had last year. You will have until 4 p.m. on Aug. 22 to get your tickets. All tickets not picked up will be sold to the public start- ing Aug. 25. Te price of varsity football tickets will be $5 per game and $25 for all fve games. All gen- eral admission tickets sold at the gate will be $5 ac- cording to the new District 15-4A. Tis years tickets may be picked up at the Apache Fieldhouse at the high school and tickets can be purchased from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you do not wish to pur- chase your tickets, please call Anita Dement at 672- 6641. If the feldhouse been not notifed by 4 on Aug. 22, it will be understood that you do not want your tickets. If for some reason you cannot get to the feld- house to pick up your tick- ets, please call and make arrangements to get them at a later date. If you are not a season ticket holder but would like to purchase season tickets, the tickets will be available starting Aug. 25 and the sale of sea- son tickets will end at 12 on Aug. 29. No season tickets can be sold afer tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Sept. 2 for the frst home game on Sept. 5. The Cannon Thursday, july 3, 2014 Page B4 Sports Sports Briefs Softball: Shiner, Shiner St. Paul, Sacred Heart all make deep playoff runs in 2014 season Gonzales football season tickets can be picked up on August 4 Softball, youth football camps Gonzales Independent School District held a softball camp last week at the Lady Apache Softball Field. New Gonzales head softball coach Sam White held softball camp (left and middle photos) for players in grades 3-9 l Fielding, hitting, pitch- ing, base running and more was covered in the two-day seminar taught by White and several Little League softball coaches with assistance from members of the high school team. Right, young football players prepared for the upcoming sea- son of youth football with participation at the Gonzales County Youth Football League (GCYFL) last week at the felds south of Apache Stadium. (Photos by Mark Lube) toria Crossroads and Seguin Tournament (2013). Tamara Hajeck, jr, Shiner. ., AVG- .420, AB-112, R- 29, H- 47, 2b- 9, 3B-4, HR-2, BB- 20 RBI- 26, K-11, SB- 14 of 14. Trew out 14 of 35 runners. Emily Harper , jr, Hallettsville Sacred Heart. Stats- Batting: Average of .464, 74 at bats with 41 Runs, 34 hits ( 2 doubles) with 9 RBIs, On Base % of .545 and a Slugging % of 474 Lead-of batter with many stolen bases and also threw out several runners on the base pads. Infelders Faith Hagan, jr, Yoakum. Batting Average .376, 93 AB, 16 Runs, 35 Hits, 13 RBIs, 8 Doubles, 1 triple, .458 OBP, .483 Slg%, .942 OPS. Fielding Stats: .900, 97 TC, 50 PO, 37 Assists, 8 Errors, 5 Double Plays Julianna Rankin, sr, Shiner. AVG- .500, AB- 100, R- 33, H- 50, 2B- 22, 3B- 2, HR-6, BB-11 RBI- 49, K- 10. Only 5 errors on the season. Kristin Schacherl, sr, Shiner,, AVG- .356, AB- 104, R- 36, H- 37, 2b- 7, 3b- 2,Hr- 0, BB- 17, RBI- 22, K- 5 No errors thru District and all playof games. Kristen Popp, jr, Hallettsville Saced Heart. Stats- Batting: Average of. 394, 78 at bats with 22 Runs, 30 hits ( 3 doubles) with 13 RBIs, On Base % of .401 and a Slugging % of 408. Madison Etzler, soph, Hallettsville Sacred Heart.Stats- Batting: Average of. 476, 64 at bats with 38 Runs, 31 hits ( 2 doubles) with 10 RBIs, On Base % of .597 and a Slugging % of 524. Morgan Mason, Shiner St. Paul Outfelders Sheyanne Chumchal, jr, Yoakum. 2014 Stats: .514 Batting Average, 107 AB, 55 Hits, 30 runs, 26 RBI, 7 doubles, 7 triples, 2 HR, 8 Walks, 11 SO on the season. OBP .546, Slg%.766, OPS 1.312, stole 11 of 13 bases this season. Fielding % of .921 , 38 TC, 35 PO, 0 Assists, 3 Errors on the year. Camille Grahmann, soph, Hallettsville, .539, 28 SB and 60 runs Emily Pokluda, Shiner St. Paul Cassidy La Fleur, sr, Gonzales Utility Olivia Bohuslav, jr, Hallettsville Sacred Heart, pitcher/frst bases- Pitching: 6 wins 4, ERA 1.02, 60 Innings Pitched with 58 Ks and an average of 6.73 Ks per 7 innings. Batting: Average of .379, 77 at bats with 32 Runs, 29 hits ( 7 doubles and 2 triples) with 14 RBIs, On Base % of .476 and a Slugging % of 502 Tori Ramert, soph, Yoakum, pitcher/frst base 2014 Stats: .438 Batting avg. 80 AB, 22 Runs, 35 Hits, 16 RBIs, 8 dbles, 1 triple, 1 HR. .965 Fielding % was .965, 57 TC, 41 PO, 14 Assists, 2 errors Pitching Stats: 124 Hits, 2.75 ERA , 12 wins 7 Losses, 81 Runs, 59 Earned, 47 BB, 132 SO, Oppo- nents BA was .256. Kendyl Lange, frosh, Hallettsville,.446, Newcomer of the year Tianna Heller, frosh, Luling Katie Steinhauser, sr, Flatonia Continued from page B2 The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B5 Faith Family Dentistry of Gonzales Gentle Quality Care 606 St. Louis Gonzales, TX 78629 Office 830-672-8664 Fax 830-672-8665 HOME AUTO FARM COMMERCIAL BONDS Travis Treasner (830) 672-6518 Fax: (830) 672-6368 Cell: (512) 376-0773 Logan Insurance Agency Dry Fertilizer Custom Application & Soil Testing STEVE EHRIG 830-263-1233 P.O. 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Assemblies of God Gonzales Family Church Assembly of God 320 St. Andrew First Assembly of God 509 E. 3rd St. Nixon New Life Assembly of God Corner of Church St. &J essie Smith St. Gonzales Bahai Faith Bahai Faith 621 St. George St. Gonzales Baptist Clark Baptist Church F.M. 794, Gonzales County Baptist Church Hwy. 87 Smiley Eastside Baptist Church Seydler Street, Gonzales Elm Grove Baptist Church 4337 FM 1115 Waelder, Texas 78959 First Baptist Church 422 St. Paul, Gonzales First Baptist Church 403 N Texas Nixon First Baptist Church Hwy 108 N Smiley First Baptist Church 406 N Ave E Waelder Greater Palestine Baptist Church S of 90-A (sign on Hwy 80) Greater Rising Star Baptist Church 3rd Ave S of Hwy 87 Nixon Harwood Baptist Church North of Post Offce Iglesia Bautista Macedonia 201 S Congress Nixon Iglesia Bautista Memorial Hwy 97 Waelder Leesville Baptist Church E. of Hwy 80 on CR 121 Memorial Heights Baptist Church 1330 College Gonzales Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church 100 Capes Gonzales Oak Valley Baptist Church Hwy. 97 Bebe Old Moulton Baptist Church 2287 FM 1680, Moulton Primitive Baptist Church 1121 N. College Gonzales Providence Missionary Baptist Church 1020 St. Andrew Gonzales San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church 4 Miles west of Luling on Hwy. 90 P.O. Box 186, Luling 830-875-5305 Stratton Primitive Baptist FM 1447 9 miles east of Cuero St. James Baptist Church Hwy 80- North of Belmont Saint Paul Baptist Church SE 2nd St. Waelder Shiner Baptist Church Avenue F and 15th Street, Shiner Union Lea Baptist Church St. Andrew St. Gonzales Union Valley Baptist Church FM 1681 NW of Nixon Catholic St. James Catholic Church 417 N. College, Gonzales Sacred Heart Catholic Church St. J ohn St. Gonzales St. Joseph Catholic Church 207 S. Washington, Nixon St Patrick Catholic Church in Waelder 613 Highway 90 East Waelder St. Phillip Catholic Church Hwy 87 Smiley Christian First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 712 Crockett, Luling Churches of Christ Church of Christ 1323 Seydler St. Gonzales Church of Christ (Iglesia de Cris- to) 201 E. Second St. Nixon Church of Christ E. 3rd &Texas, Nixon Churches of God Community Church of God 1020 St. Louis, Gonzales Gonzales Memorial Church of God in Christ 1113 Hastings, Gonzales New Way Church of God in Christ 514 St. Andrew, Gonzales Episcopal Episcopal Church of the Messiah 721 S. Louis, Gonzales (830) 672- 3407 Evangelical La Os del Evangelio Mission Ca- pilla del Pueblo W. Central at 87 Nixon Full Gospel Camp Valley Full Gospel 7 mi N of Nixon on Hwy 80 Full Gospel Church 1426 Fisher, Gonzales Lutheran First Evangelical Lutheran 1206 St. J oseph, Gonzales Abiding Word Lutheran Church, LCMS 1310 St. Louis Methodist Belmont United Methodist Hwy. 90-A Dewville United Methodist West of FM 1117 on CR 121 First United Methodist 426 St. Paul, Gonzales First United Methodist 410 N. Franklin, Nixon Flatonia United Methodist 403 E North Main, Flatonia Harris Chapel United Methodist S. Liberty St. Nixon Harwood Methodist Church North 2nd and North Gonzales, Har- wood Henson Chapel United Methodist 1113 St. Andrew, Gonzales Monthalia United Methodist CR 112 off 97 Smiley United Methodist 1 blk S. of Hwy 87 Waelder United Methodist 2 blks fromHwy 90 &97 Webster Chapel A.M.E. 1027 Church St. Gonzales Non-Denominational Agape Ministries 512 St. J ames, Gonzales Living Waters Fellowship Church 605 Saint J oseph St. Gonzales Bread of Life Ministries 613 St. J oseph, Gonzales Cowboy Church of Gonzales County J .B. Wells Showbarn El Centro Cristiano Agua Viva of Waelder Sun. 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Our War for Independence was fought mostly in the East in bitter cold with uniforms that had holes in them. Teir ra- tions were provided by the ones that they could fnd at the settlers houses. A lot of those houses had already been razed by the pilfered by the British soldiers, some had been burned, and the settlers had been run out of their own houses. Teir cows, horses, and other animals were taken one way or the other. George Washington did all that he could as their leader dipping into all the places he could for his troops to get medical sup- plies too. Tey fought a hard war to gain our indepen- dence from Britain. It wasnt until later that our founding fathers wrote our Declara- tion of Independence. It took them a long time to write that too. Great thought was put into the Declaration for Inde- pendence. It is something we need to be proud of and we need to realize how impor- tant it is, and Yes we need to celebrate it correctly. Te Brotherhood Schol- arship BBQ will be held on July 11th from 5-7, at $8.00 a plate, plus a silent auction. To donate a silent auction item, please contact Scottie Baker at 437-2777. Scottie is still down on bended knee for your items. Te Belmont Community Center group has also de- cided to put together a cook- book. A cookbook as not been printed for the Belmont area in ages. Kathy Collins is going to be the person. SEND YOUR RECIPE TO ekath- elean@ymail.com A Mailing Address: Kathy Collins, 475 Collins Lane, Kingsbury, Tx 78638------- Send In Your Favorite Tat Grandma Gave You Hold the following peo- ple in prayer: Judy Wilson, Rhonda Pruett; Linda Denk- er; Case Martin; Landis Kern; Joe Kotwig, David ONeal, Gene Robinson; Aunt Geor- gie Gandre, Aunt Frances Gandre, Aunt Betty Gandre, Ben and Mabel Richter; Lad- die, Sandi Gandre, Joyce and Danny Schellenberg; Esther Lindemann, Teresa Wilke, Anna Lindemann, Millie, Mr. Bill Lott, Marie Schauer, Bob Young, Marilyn Qualls, Lillie Lay; Shirley Dozier; Bob Brown; Marissa, Bub- ba, Sarge Dunkin; Pedro; Dorothy Svoboda; Rosie, Clay, Nancy, Maynard; De- nise, Louise Jones; Margie Menking; Jimmy Kelley; Jesse Esparza; the family of Mary Carolyn Persons; pray for our troops; give our country guidance for the roaring vio- lence in Iraq; give thanks for the rain and we could take some more, and a peace of some sort to the confict in Ukraine. We had a delightful wel- come back the preacher day over at Monthalia UMC Sunday. Sean Allen was the speaker over at Monthalia and did a good job at his en- deavor. Pastor Paul got a very good rest. Carol, Lois Will- manns, niece sang a beauti- ful meaning song. She has a beautiful voice and she could visit a while longer and do another song or two. Next Billy Mitchell came from the Texan Nursing Home and with help from Ellen and Al- lan Fink. Ten he did a poem by himself. Aferwards there was pot- luck in the parish hall with the brisket and ribs from Young Farmers being the main dish and the others bringing good food and the ladies getting it all put togeth- er. It was so great to get time to say hello to Mrs. Joy Car- son and steal a hug from her and with a little one from Mr. Clifon. It was great to see Mr. Bob Young hanging in there and looking really good. Bob is one of those special people along with Mr. Clifon. Well over in Belmont stop by the Rather Store and cast an eye inside. Richard Walker called the other day and said that he is ready for VEN- DORS> and he needs some help from people who do homemade crafs. Ten he needs help from one or two people who just want to sell the necessities of life like milk and break, and a candy bar( I consider that a necessary item). His phone numbers are 830-424-3600 and 830- 556-6905. He needs some idea people and may need vending machine at the mo- ment. He needs ideas. Rob Ford he needs you to call him for a minute conference. I decided to splat myself on the pavement in the parking lot of Home Depot. Tat was one of worst of my ideas that I had in my life. I dont think it bears repeating. Scooter has one fea. I saw it. It was on the tip of his tail. It is an extraordinary sight to see Scooter going around and around in circles chas- ing his tail. I took a swipe at that fea but I didnt get it. I guess the next step is to sqelch my amusement and put some nice fea control on my dog. Have a good week, and God Bless. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B6 Sandis Country Fried News Sandi Gandre Te big holiday is fnally here! COMMUNITY CALENDAR E-mail your local information to: newseditor@gonzalescannon.com JULY 7-11 GISD end of course tests There will be EOC and TAKS re-testing at the high school next week, July 7-11. Testing will begin at 8 a.m. each day. All test- ing will take place in the main building, rooms 244-256 in the science hall. The testing schedule is: Monday- EOC ELA 1; Tuesday- EOC ELA 2 and TAKS Math; Wednesday- EOC Algebra 1 and TAKS Sci- ence; Thursday- EOC Biology; Friday- EOC US History JULY 11 Scholarship Dinner Monthalia United Methodist Annual Brotherhood L.A. Lin- demann, Jr., Scholarship Dinner. Barbeque Chicken Dinner. Friday, July 11, 2014. Serving Time 5:00-7:00. Plates $8.00. Dine In or Take Out. JULY 12 Farmers Market Resumes There will not be a farmers market July 5th but will resume July 12th each Saturday through the end of July. The market is held from 9 a.m.-noon at Laurel Ridge Antiques, 827 St. Joseph Street. Home Grown Vegetables, baked and canned goods, eggs, other homemade or grown products and plants. Other Vendors(no fees) welcome, call Sandy 713-408-4198 or john- sandy.llewellyn@gmail.com JULY 13 Harwood Reunion The Harwood Homecoming is scheduled for Sunday, July 13 at the Harwood Community Center. A covered dish meal will be served at noon, you are asked to bring a meat and vege- table dish or dessert, enough to feed your family and guests. The Homecoming is a project to raise money for the upkeep of the Harwood Cemetery. Donations may also be sent to the Harwood Cemetery Association, 63 South Second Street, Har- wood 78632. JULY 14-18 First Methodist VBS First United Methodist Church of Gonzales invites Children to Vacation Bible School Weird Animals, Where Jesus Love-is- One-of-a-Kind!from July 14-18, 5:30 8:30pm each day. Weird Animals VBS is for Kids age 3 to exiting 6th grade. T-shirts $5.00. For more information, 672-8521 JULY 15 Souvenir Program Deadline The deadline for submitting items for the Apache Booster Club 2014-15 All Sports Souvenir Program has been extended to July 15th. Please stop by the feld house or high school front ofce to pick up a form. Questions can be directed to Jami Ow- ens at 830-624-5515. JULY 18-20 Class of 1989 The Gonzales High School Class of 1989 25 Year Reunion will be the weekend of July 18-20 at The Gonzales Venue, 1520 St. Louis St. The main event will be at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 19. Cost is $40 per person. If anyone has any questions they can contact Scott Dierlam at 830-672-9661, email Greg Webb at gwebb@gvec.net or check out the Gonzales High School Class of 1989 Facebook page. JULY 30-31 NSCISD REGISTRATION Registration for all students at all grade levels (including PreK) will be held in the High School Practice Gym: on July 30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and July 31, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. All students must register. Parents will need to birth certifcate, shot records, so- cial security card, and parents driver license. If new to district they will also need report card (if possible) from old school and proof of residence. AUGUST 3 Brietschopf-Kuntschik Reunion The annual Breitschopf-Kuntschik Reunion will be held Aug. 3 at the Knights of Columbus Hall on the Shiner Highway. The Frank and Agnes Kuntschik Family will host the reunion. Meat will be furnished, each family is asked to bring a vegetable or dessert. Meal will begin at 12:30 p.m. followed by a business meeting. For details, call Mary Gayle at 830-437-2076. JULY 12 Free Compost Program The Gonzales Master Gardeners will pres- ent a free public program on compost and its efect on soils on Saturday July 12, 2014 at 10:00 am at the Fair Street Building, 623 N. Fair Street, (next to Gonzales Elementary School) in Gonzales. The speaker will be Gonzales Master Gardener Specialist Gail Johnson. Mrs. Johnson is a certifed Com- post Specialist. Her lecture will explain the efects of compost on soil and how to make compost at home. She will ofer step by step instructions on building your own compost maker. Compost is partially decomposed organic matter made from once living material. It is a key component to building a soil that will provide a healthy environment for your plants. Even the poorest soil can produce quality plants with the right compost. Com- post can be efectively made at home in the average garden with just a little know-how. JULY 14 Hermann Sons Lodge The Gonzales Hermann Sons Lodge #175 will be meeting at the Hermann Sons Hall in Gonzales, Texas, Monday, July 14, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Presentation of scholarship awards and 50, 60 & 70 Yr. membership award pins will be after a catered meal honoring these. For de- tails, call 830-263-0395. JULY 15 Gonzales Co. Citizens Coalition The Gonzales County Citizens Coalition will meet at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15 in the Gonzales City Hall chamber. If you want breakfast or drinks, please bring your own. There will be a report from the GC3 SUSAN- NA outdoor musical theatre group, which meets on Monday, July 7 at 8:30 a.m. in the Victoria College Gonzales Branch class- room. Gonzales Retired Teachers All education-related retirees are invited to attend the Gonzales County Retired Teach- ers Association meeting July 15 at noon at Cafe on the Square in Gonzales. Reserva- tions for the meal can be made by calling Pat Cochran at 672-4789 or Cheryl Mead- ows at 672-7711. This meeting will honor colleagues who have passed away in the last year. 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 col- lar, answers to Bella. Last seen when let out of house for potty break in Green DeWitt Vil- lage Apartments. Please call 263- 0498, she is very special to owner. Need a lifeguard for private parties! For information call 830-445-0483. Guitarists, vocal- ists, musicians, percussion, audi- tions at Faith Fam- ily Church, 361- 935-8878. -------------------------- Busco por una pare- ja de baile. Busco por una mujer que quiere bailer.Una que sabe como bailar o que quiere aprender bailes. Yo bailo swing, hus- tle, tango , waltz, 2 step, salsa, me- ringue, cha cha, y unos oltros bailes. Llamame a 832 235 9662 Soy America- no y hablo Espanol. me llamo John. -------------------------- Female dance part- ner 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. -------------------------- FREE GED classes, day (M T W and Th, 8:30 to noon) and night (M and W 6:30 to 9), Gonza- les Learning Center, 1135 St. Paul, 672- 8291. -------------------------- Job Corps is cur- rently enrolling stu- dents aged 16-24 in over 20 vocational trades at no-cost! Will help students get drivers license GED or High School diploma and col- lege training if qual- ifed. For more info call 512-665-7327. DIESEL ENGINE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC In this position you will perform routine preven- tive maintenance and repairs on all delivery vehicles and service equip- ment. This includes a feet with both diesel and gasoline engines used in the delivery of fuel and lubricants. This involves truck com- ponents, pumping and mechanical equipment. You will be responsible for diagnosing mal- functions and oper- ating defects, mak- ing the necessary repairs when pos- sible, installing new or reconditioned parts, and testing repaired units. This position re- quires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and technical school training in a related feld. Must possess specialized experi- ence in diesel, auto- motive and/or ma- chinery repair and maintenance. Must have a Class B CDL. Competitive sal- ary commensurate with ability. Paid va- cation and holidays, health insurance and 401K. Apply at 2510 Church Street. -------------------------- Mr. Taco is now hir- ing for all positions. Apply in person at 726 Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales. -------------------------- CDL DRIVERS WANTED J.M. Oilfeld Service, a family oriented company is seek- ing professional & reliable Class A CDL employees. Re- quirements: 2 years experience tanker and must be will- ing to get HazMat endorsement ASAP. Call 830-672-8000. -------------------------- AVON Representa- tives Wanted! Great earning opportu- nities! Buy or Sell! Call 830-672-2271, Independent Sales Rep. Temple Bethel Church, Friday and Saturday, 8-3 at 1104 St. Paul St., in Church Reception. -------------------------- Yard Sale. 4 families, Sat., July 5, 7:30-? 1022 1/2 Church St. Lots of girls, boys, toddlers, ladies & men clothes, shoes & misc. items. No Presales. -------------------------- Estate Sale. 502 Saint Vincent, Gon- zales, Texas 78629. July 5th, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Lots of Vintage Items. -------------------------- Garage Sale. Satur- day, July 5, 8-12. 487 CR 342 (Kelly Loop). Furniture, clothes, toys, household items. -------------------------- Moving Sale: Friday, July 4th & 5th, 8-12. 108 St. Peter. M-W plus size clothes, furniture & more. Everything must go. -------------------------- Garage Sale: Satur- day, July 5th, 8-12. 1607 Walnut St. (Across from EMS). Ladies & Mens Wear, kitchenware & misc. Good con- dition, reasonably priced. -------------------------- 2-Family Yard Sale: 904 St. Michael. Sat- urday, July 5th, 8-1. Clothes, antiques, furniture, knick- knacks. -------------------------- HUGE HUGE Yard Sale!!!!! Saturday, July 12 - 8 am - 1:00 pm. 2 mi. on 97W towards Cost, 4th house on right. Furniture, ex- ercise equipment, Cars toddler bed, lots of toys, beauty products, baby, children, men & women clothes - Name brands, shoes, purses, jew- elry, dishes - just too much to men- tion - come get a Bargain. Bakerss Rack, Choc- olate Finish, w/4 shelves & wine rack. Excellent condi- tion. Original price, $229, asking $75. 361-596-7466.(07- 03-14) -------------------------- For Sale: Scotts Rid- ing Lawn Mower. $250. 263-0024. -------------------------- Mini Honda Gas til- ler. $150. Excellent condition. 361-208- 3565. -------------------------- 15x30 above ground swimming pool w/flter & mo- tor. Needs liner. $1,735. Elna Elec- tronic Sewing Ma- chine, $7450. Two Alto Saxes, one Ten- or Sax, one Clarinet, Sump pump, $50. Play pen, $21. Foot Stool heavy wood fowered uphol- stery, $50. Comput- er desk, $50. Ham- mond Organ, $375. 17 Cu Ft. Upright Freezer, $250. Flow- ered Easy Chair. $35. Sheila Wright, 672-2719 or 203- 0175. -------------------------- 2 gas weedeaters in excellent condition. $100/both. 361- 208-3565. -------------------------- Washer, Dryer, Mi- crowave $400 for all. Call 830-481- 4707. -------------------------- For Sale: John Deere LT150 riding lawn mower. 361- 772-8611. -------------------------- Riding lawnmower. MTD, 42 cut. Ex- cellent Condition. $500. 361-208- 3565. -------------------------- Musical Equipment PA System. Kus- tom 8 Ch. 400 Watt System, 2 15 Sp- krs, 1 12 Monitor Spkr. Stands. Lots of wires, 4 micro- phones w/cables. Mic stand with gooseneck, $1,200. Call 830-437-2046. -------------------------- Christmas Tree - artifcial 7 ft. Loads of lights, garland, ornaments. $75.00. 830-437-2046. -------------------------- Baseball Cap Col- lection. Never worn. 200 assorted Busi ness/ school etc. with Storage carrying cases. Will sell in lots of 50, $2.00 each. In- cludes carrying/ storage case. 830- 437-2046. -------------------------- For Sale: 30 ft. steel angled steel truss- es. Very heavy duty. For barns and steel structured build- ings. $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. Lo- cated in Moulton. 361-401-0676. -------------------------- Pergo laminated fooring, locks to- gether, 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 830-263-4126. -------------------------- Low Boy Trailer. 5x10. $625. 361- 208-3565 anytime. -------------------------- For Sale. 140 joints of 2 3/8 pip. $5,600 frm. 830-480-8098. -------------------------- For Sale: Modern Coke Vending Ma- chine. Cans, Bottles, adjustable bin. Bill changer. Runs great. $425/obo. 830-339-9087. -------------------------- Juicer - Jack Lalane. Used 5 times. $60. Perfect condition. 830-263-2482. -------------------------- Food Lovers Diet Kit as seen on TV. Meals, $120, will sell for $60. 830-263- 2482. -------------------------- Beautiful size 5, Girls dresses, jeans, tops, leggings, etc. for sale. Name Brands. Like new. Very Reasonable. 830-540-3382. -------------------------- New Crop Paper- shell Pecans avail- able. In-shell, $2.50 lbs or Cracked, $3.00 lb. Contact Jason Pape, 830- 203-0084 or Jenni- fer Pape, 830-203- 0602. -------------------------- Craftsman leaf blower. 200 mph air blower. $65. 361- 293-3565. -------------------------- Antique claw foot tub. Pretty good shape. $200 frm. 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- 865-3727. -------------------------- Good used 2 - 17 tires. 2 - 16 1/2 wheels with tires. Truck tubeless - fts Ford, Dodge or Chevrolet -8 hole. Two bolt on bum- per hitches with balls. One steel plate with ball for gooseneck hook- up. Parking space for travel trailer. Electric & water. Call 672-2335 or 478- 607-1178. -------------------------- 16 Rim, 8 holes, 2 new 14 tires, 2 used 14 tire & rim, 1 used 15 tire and rim. Oak Dining Ta- ble. 361-594-4307. -------------------------- Greenhouses for Sale, 30ftx100ft, as is where, you pick up, at Harwood, in- tersection of 90 & 304. Contact: 281- 788-7500. -------------------------- National Geograph- ics in leather bound slip cases. 1982- 2000 & maps. Make an ofer. Call 437- 2046. -------------------------- Toro Weedeater, 4 string. $75. 361- 208-3565. -------------------------- Restaurant Tables. Formica. 2 seats & 4 seats. $50 each. 875-3028. -------------------------- Mens used jeans - great condition. $5/ pair. 32x29, 32x30, 32x32, 35x30, 35x32, 36x30. One pair 32 waist shorts. Call 830- 672-1106. -------------------------- Crocheted Afghans, baby blankets, sin- gle 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. Ar- lene or Linda. -------------------------- 55 Gallon metal or Plastic Drums. Volume Discounts. $5.00 each. 830- 857-4321. -------------------------- For Sale: Custom made picnic tables; made with treated lumber, with bolts and screws - will make the conven- tional table with seats attached to table; will also make tables with seat benches sepa- rate from table: 4-6 or 8 foot made for your specifc needs. Call 830-540-4776 or 830-857-3273 for pricing and avail- ability information. -------------------------- 7 bags of shred- ded paper & vari- ous boxes. Great for packing. Call 830- 519-4176 (Gonza- les). The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B7 MISC. FOR SALE HELP WANTED MISC. FOR SALE NOTICES MISC. FOR SALE MISC. FOR SALE Call 672-7100 to subscribe to The Gonzales Cannon. HELP WANTED LOST & FOUND NOTICES HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED AUCTION HELP WANTED NOTICES GARAGE SALES THANKS!!! EquipmEnt OpEratOr J.B. WElls park Essential Job Functions: Report any unsafe conditions in or on park grounds to department supervisor. Mow park and facility grounds, clean stalls. Weed eat, trim trees, water and landscape property. Pick-up trash and clear debris from park grounds. Clean restrooms in Arena and Show Barn, set up pens. Prepare and maintain rodeo arena, volleyball courts and feld. Minor repair and maintenance on equipment as needed. Paint and repair park structures. Repair and maintain mowing and trimming equipment. Provide general up-keep of the department equipment. Is responsible for public funds. Assist other departments if necessary. Must be available for duty on weekends during events scheduled. Is responsible for City vehicles, tracts, mowers, edger, weed eaters, chainsaw and painting equipment. Maintain vehicle and equipment records, work orders, fuel slips, employee time-sheet and overtime authorization forms. Other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge and Skills: Skill in providing excellent customer service to per- sons of all ages, regardless of social or economic backgrounds Must be familiar with mower, tractor, equipment and general maintenance Must refer to work orders, equipment gauges, repair manuals and employee handbook Must be able to work with persons from all social groups Required Education, Experience, and Certifcations: High School Diploma or equivalent Grounds and general maintenance skills are necessary. Continuing education training and workshop attendance required periodically. Must have a valid Texas Driver License. Must be able to pass criminal history background check, pre-em- ployment drug screen and pre-employment physical. Applications for employment may be found at www.cityofgonza- les.org or at the City of Gonzales-City Hall 820. St Joseph. Please submit applications- Attn: Laura Zella at 820 St Joseph or PO Box 547, Gonzales, TX 78629. Position will remain open until flled. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer. The historic Alcalde Hotel will be hosting a Job Fair on July 10th & 12th, 10-2 p.m. In anticipation of the Grand Re-Opening, The Alcalde will be offering employment opportunities for Hospitality Staff, Housekeeping, FOH Manager, Kitchen Staff & Wait Staff. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a winning team.But in light of renovation in progress, we ask that applicants refrain from applying prior to the Job Fair. 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 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED CDL Driver Local Area, Home every Night Benefts include: 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 Sun., July 13 10:00 a.m. 801 CR 488, Gonzales, TX 78629 www.IntegrityAuctions.biz Lg. Coin Collection, Furniture, Nautical, 6x12 Trailer, Tools, Crocks, Detonator, Advertising, Hunting & Fishing & More. Pottery Auction 9:00-10:00 am 13% B.P., Credit Cards, Cash or Checks James Molnoskey Auctioneer TX#15091 512/557-3333 9th Annual Independence Antiques, Primitives & Collectibles Auction NOTICES Party dresses for sale: 4 short, 2 long. Purple, yellow, gold, blue green. Also jackets, mens jack- ets, overcoat, etc. Call 672-8034. -------------------------- For sale: Singer Sewing Machine with pedal, table w/6 chairs, almost new, hand cro- cheted table cloth, large, white, an- tique 3 pc. Loveseat and other yarn cro- cheted 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 Fran- ces between 9pm- 10am, 830-857- 6476. -------------------------- 1800S Double Bar- rell Shotgun, Rem- ington $1,500. Call 512-917-4078. -------------------------- Antique Straight Razor display case, 18x24 (Memorabil- ia). $695. Call 512- 917-4078. -------------------------- Troybilt Trimmer with attachments (edger, tiller). 4 cycle, uses straight gasoline. $250. 361- 293-3571. -------------------------- 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. tall headboard, bed frame, oak din- ing table, antique egg incubator, en- tertainment cen- ter, lamp stand w/ drawers, booth din- ing table, planter boxes. 361-594- 4307. -------------------------- Large amount qual- ity items. Every- thing $85.00; worth about $300. Health problems prevent garage sale. In Lockhart. Mel, 512- 376-9396. -------------------------- Clavinova Yamaha Digital Piano w/ bench. Under War- ranty. $2,700. Call 830-339-0111. -------------------------- FOR SALE Used cy- clone fencing and post. 1990 Dodge pick up with lift gate. Can be seen at GHA 410 Village Dr. Gonzales, Texas. For information call Jeanette Conques- tat 830-672-3419. 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: 830-540- 4430. We deliver good coastal round bales: $75-$100. Coastal mix cow hay, 1278 lb bales - $70. John Bankston, Milano, 512-455-6331. For Sale: 300 gallon Imperial Skid Tank. $375. 830-433- 1176, Seguin Area. -------------------------- For Sale: 4 farm trucks, $2,000 each, or $7,000 for all. Call 325-200-9997. -------------------------- Ford 8N Tractor w/ disk, plow, buster. $3,500.00. 361-293- 3571. -------------------------- Want to Buy: Oliver 60 Tractor. V.A.C. Case Tractor. Run or Not. 361-293-1633. 5 Bale Hay King Trailer & Bale Flip- per Loader. Load hay without getting out of truck. Video on balefipper.com. $13,500. 512-565- 5927. For Sale: 7 pc. Bas- sett dining room ta- ble. $400. 263-0024. -------------------------- Big solid oak law- yers desk. $50. 830- 672-3089. -------------------------- Beds & furniture for sale. 512-656-0521. -------------------------- High table, ceramic, w/4 chairs, Love- seat, 3 tvs, 19, 25 and 32, color, white microwave cart with 2 drawers on bottom, recliner, cloth new con- ventional toaster, broiler, white day bed w/trundle bed, both mattresses, white childs desk, chair, leather with foot rest. 830-203- 8977, text or call. -------------------------- 3 latex mattress topper. Queen size. Like new, paid $300, asking $150. 512-921-2792. -------------------------- Dresser, $50. Couch, $75, good shape. 1725 Seydler St. #26. Betty, 830-857- 4125. -------------------------- Large Oak desk w/ glass topper and large wooded desk. 830-672-3626. 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. Ex- cellent condition. $17,500. 830-437- 2046. -------------------------- 2007 Chevy Equi- nox, 45,000 miles. $12,000. 2005 PT Cruiser, Convert- ible, 100,000 miles, $6,000. Call 830- 203-0502. -------------------------- Suzuki Japanese mini truck. 35,450 miles, spray lined bed, lifted, 4x4. Needs some atten- tion to fuel intake, but should be easy fx. Great for ranch or hunting. $2,000. 361-771-5483. -------------------------- 2004 Infnity G35, 95,000 miles. Leath- er seats, sunroof, great condition, new tires. 512-775- 4399. -------------------------- For sale: Mercury Grand Marquis. Me- tallic Jade Green Ef- fect. 22 inch rims. C.D. Player. Runs great. $4,000. 830- 203-8841. Thomas. Serious calls only. One bedroom mo- bile home. Almost new. One bathroom, on 10 acres of land, cow pens, arena, electric gate, shed, very nice. 6545 Hwy. 304. 830-203-1953. -------------------------- For sale: Doublewide Mobile Home, 3BR/2 full baths. Good Con- dition. 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. Doublewide home. 4BR/2BA, large living room, din- ing room, kitchen and ofce. 1 mile past Lexington Inn on Hwy. 90A- East (Shiner Hwy.). Ready to rent on June 15th. Call 830- 672-2151 or 830- 857-5654. -------------------------- Mobile home for rent in Waelder. 3BR/1BA. Please contact Grace, 830- 399-5313. -------------------------- Mobile Homes for rent - 3 bedroom/ 1bat h, $695; 2 bedroom/2 bath, $695; 3 bed- room/2 bath, $895, all are fully fur- nished, air/heat, PT Security Guard. 900 Old Shiner Rd., Yoa- kum, 361-582-6593. -------------------------- For Sale or Lease. 3 BR Trailer House, 2 RV Spots. Leesville. 830-433-0603. Room and Bath for rent. Single person only. Reasonably Priced. Call 672- 8034. -------------------------- Room for Rent - 1BD/1BA, private entrance. 830-857- 4162. -------------------------- Attn: Oil Field Work- ers. Wymans Room- ing 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. H G o n z a l e s H House - 1BR - 1BA. AC/Heat, Insulated, all electric, ceiling fan, appliances, car- pet, paneling, tub/ shower, w/d con- nections, porch, storage shed. No smoking inside unit. No pets. $600 monthly + deposit & references. 830- 672-2227. -------------------------- 1BR unfurnished. 1814 Sycamore. Young couple. Rent $500/ Deposit $300. Contract required. For more informa- tion call 830-672- 9011. -------------------------- For Rent In Shiner, 3bed 1 bath, nice, quiet neighbor- hood, 509 West 9th, $850 rent plus deposit. 830/832- 3163 -------------------------- 3/1, large carport, plenty of storage, downtown. $950/ mo., $1,200/dep. 830-672-3089. -------------------------- 2/1 St. George St. With yard & porch. Great location. $550/monthly. 830- 672-3089. -------------------------- ATTENTION OILFIELD WORK- ERS 4br home, 2 living rooms, 3 baths. Sits on 2 1/2 acres. For information, con- tact Grace, 830-399- 5313. -------------------------- Beautifully furnished home for rent Completely fur- nished 3BR/2 full bath home for rent in downtown Gon- zales, Tx. Beauti- ful executive style master bedroom with 2 additional bedrooms. Hme is furnished to ac- commodate up to 7 people total. All ap- pliances including refrigerator, range, full-size washer and dryer, microwave oven, cofee maker, toaster oven and all kitchen supplies included. All towels, sheets, linens also included. House- keeping service and all utilities, cable TV, high speed inter- net included. Short term and long term lease available. $3,500-$4,000 per month depending on number of peo- ple and lease terms. Security deposit and application re- quired. Please call 437-386-0929 for more information. -------------------------- Nixon Area. 3/2, like new, CA/CH, wash- er/dryer hookups. $1,000 per month. 830-857-6921. -------------------------- House in the coun- try for rent. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms. See to appreciate. Security deposit and one months rent. One- year lease. Call 361- 594-3233. -------------------------- Attention Oil Companies Furnished 4br house, sleeps 5. Ready for move-in. Fully equipmmed kitchen, covered patio, fenced, lighted parking, in- dividual air & heat, 32 fat screen TVs & Refrigerators in each room. Must see. 713-501-3416. -------------------------- 2BR houses for rent. No Pets. Month to Month. Call 830- 672-3089. -------------------------- 2 bedroom, 1 bath house in Gonza- les for rent. Fridge, Microwave, Stove and can be fully fur- nished. Remodeled last year with new hardwood foors, Central Air, bath- room tile, $1,050/ mo. 830-542-9743. -------------------------- Ofce Space w/Liv- ing area to rent in the center of town (On the Main Hwy). Call (830) 672-5738. -------------------------- HOUSE FOR RENT: Must see!!! Charm- ing 2BD/1BA re- modeled house located in country setting at 7102 FM 2091 North (Gon- zales, Texas); Ap- prox. 10 miles from Gonzales. Spacious yard, shade trees, stove/microwave, glass-tiled backs- plash, new laminate wood foors. 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.(05- 30-13) -------------------------- Cottages for Lease. Fully furnished cot- tages for rent in Gonzales, TX. In- cludes all furniture, fat screen TV, lin- ens, kitchen items & appliances (full-size refrigerator, range, microwave, wash- er & dryer). Utili- ties paid. Weekly Housekeeping In- cluded. Month-to- Month Lease. $500 Security Deposit. Application Re- quired. 1 Bedroom, $1,300/month, 2 bedroom, $1,600/ month. Call 830- 351-1195. Shown by appointment. -------------------------- House for Rent. 3BR/2 1/2 BA. 1536 Sq. Ft., w/2 master suites. Perfect for oilfeld 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- 914-4044. -------------------------- 1ST MONTH RENT FREE 3/2s from $595/ month. Several homes available. www.silentvalley- homes.com. Lock- hart, 512-376-5874. -------------------------- Cabin for Rent. 1BR/1BA. Secluded, in country. $100/ nightly, Mon.-Fri. or $350/weekly. Week- end rates vary. No smokers. Call 830- 857-0986 or 830- 857-1418. -------------------------- Completely re- modeled inside and out. 2 & 3 bed- room homes. Fully furnished. Rent by night, week or month. Fantastic ne i ghbor hood. Cheaper by night than hotel room. 672-5169. -------------------------- 3BR/2BA large house. Fully fur- nished, beds, lin- ens, 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/smok- ers. 512-415-6483. -------------------------- For Rent: 2 B R / 2 B A / 2 C G home on 183 N. $1,250/mo., plus deposit. Call 830- 857-4458 for infor- mation. -------------------------- Motel Suites. 2 bed- rooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews wel- come. Call Mike, 512-292-0070, 512- 656-0521. -------------------------- House for Rent. 302 Lancaster, Moulton, TX. Nice spacious 1BR home w/ap- pliances & 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 fur- nished and all bills paid. Private Yard/ Garage. Weekly, $280; Deposit $300. Call 512-292-0070 -------------------------- ATTENTION OIL AND GAS PIPE LINERS - CREW HOUSING AVAILABLE Furnished with all bills paid -- Full Kitchen - Personal bedrooms and liv- ing room. WEEKLY RATES AVAILABLE. Please call Mike at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089. -------------------------- MOTEL ROOMS AVAILABLE NIGHTLY RATES Single nightly rates starting at $35.00 per night. Which include A/C, Micro- wave, Refrigerator, TV/Cable and fur- nished with all bills paid. Please call Mike at (512) 292- 0070 or (830) 672- 3089. Looking for a 2 or 3BR nice house in Nixon and Leesville area. Call 830-857- 1658. -------------------------- Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-284- 4255. 3BR/2 full bath- rooms, large living room, large dining room, large kitch- en, house. Fully furnished, washer, dryer, stove, micro- wave, deep freezer, everything: screen TVs in all rooms: 2 car garage, 2 acres of land: looking for a roommate to help out with bills. $450 all bills paid. Con- tact 263-4660. Busy Restaurant with large customer base for sale in Smi- ley, Texas. Equip- ment included. Contact Nick or Do- ris, 830-587-6262, 210-373-6869 or 210-883-4271. Commercial for Rent. 826 St. Peter Street for ofce or retail only. 12x20. $ 5 0 0 / i n c l u d e s utilities. Deposit required. 830-857- 1324. -------------------------- Ofce space for rent. 19x15. Private entrance, Wi-Fi, Electricity included. 512-694-6430. -------------------------- Ofce space for rent. 10x10 space in Nixon. Furniture included. 830-857- 6921. -------------------------- For Rent: Ofce space or store front, 960 sq. ft., 1/2 block of square. Kitchen- ette, 1 ba, newly re- furbished. For more information, call 830-672-6265. -------------------------- For Rent: Indus- trial Property for rent. M1 Ind. Stor- age Yard, 70x130. Church Street. 830- 423-2103. -------------------------- For sale or lease. 10,000 sq. ft. Bldg. with multi-level loading docks - Prime location - with ofces and separate garage. Call 830-857-5448. -------------------------- For Lease: Small of- fce space w/work- shop located at 339 St. George. Recently Renovated, $400/ month. For more information please (830) 672-5580. 5.5 Acres for Lease/ Sale. Cleared, wa- ter well, 3-200 amp loops, and 100 yds of Hwy. 80 w/good county road front- age. In Leesville between Belmont & Nixon. Will subdi- vide. Would make a perfect oil feld yard or residence. Call David, 713-252- 1130 ; Peyton, 512- 948-5306. -------------------------- Land for lease for oil feld service equipment. Prime location. 4 miles N. on 183. 2 1/2 acres. Electric, water, parking, storage. Call 203-0585 or 672-6922. (TFN) 1BR/1BA, down- town. $350/mo. 830-672-3089. -------------------------- Efciency Apart- ment. Lake Gon- zales. Weekly and monthly rates. Utilities. TV pro- vided. No pets. non-smoking. Bob. 830-203-9790. Have pictures. -------------------------- Apartment, com- pletely redecorated, fully furnished, Wi- FI & Cable. 2BR/2BA, w/d, covered park- ing, nice neighbor- hood, minimum 6 month lease, de- posit & 1 month rent in advance. Available on March 24, rent starts April 1st. Monthly rent + utilities. Call for appointment, 830- 672-6265. -------------------------- BLUEBIRD LOFTS - Three units avail- able, 2 bed/1 bath, $1,125 to $1,185/ mo., $1,000 depos- it. Granite counter- tops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, hard- wood foor, fully- tiled bathrooms, central air/heat, washer/dryer hook- ups. 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, inter- net, all bills paid in Seguin. Call Keith, 512-757-0280. -------------------------- 60 hotel rooms for rent in Seguin. Laundry and meal plans available. Call Keith, 512-757- 0280. Need your home cleaned for summer time? Call Nancy, 830-339-0727. -------------------------- Lady will do house- work, cooking, cleaning, babysit- ting, taking care of elderly people. Ref- erences. 361-212- 8731. -------------------------- The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B8 CLASSIFIEDS HELP WANTED ROOM FOR RENT APTS. FOR RENT HELP WANTED FURNITURE COMMERCIAL FOR RENT FARM EQUIPMENT HAY FOR SALE FARM EQUIPMENT MOBILE HOMES HOMES FOR RENT HOMES FOR RENT MISC. FOR SALE MHs FOR RENT FOR LEASE HOME SERVICES HELP WANTED FOR LEASE AUTOS FIREWOOD WANT TO RENT APTS. FOR RENT COMMERCIAL FOR SALE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED ROOMATE WANTED is now hiring. Looking for Experienced Slick Line Operators, Sales Personnel. Call for more information 361-293-6385 Part Time Instructor Needed for Certifed Nurse Aide Training Victoria College is hiring part time instructors to teach the Certifed 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 Links>Jobs at VC. E.O.E Plant Openings Plant Palletizers & Cleanup Positions Benefts 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. W. B. Farm and Ranch Supply Delivery Driver Needed Class A CDL Required. NO PHONE CALLS ACCEPTED Apply within 2031 Water St. (Hwy 183 N) Gonzales Tx 78629 CRUDE OIL TRUCK DRIVERS Texas Gathering Company is now hiring DAY/NIGHT shift CRUDE HAULERS in the Luling area. Must have minimum 2 years crude hauling experience. Need Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements plus TWIC card. We offer insurance and 401(k) benefts. To fll out an application, go to TexasGatheringCompany.com. Luling ISD $4,000 Stipend for High School English II Teacher. Go to the Luling ISD home page for more information http://www.luling.txed.net/ Help Wanted Small, family oriented, independently owned parts store needs someone open-minded, willing to learn and grow with the business as it expands. Must be a self-motivated, go-getter, people person. Also needs to be neat, organized, detail oriented, and able to multi-task with ease. Lifting of up to 65 pounds is occasionally required. Apply in person, with resume, at 717 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales. See Crystal. MHs FOR RENT HOMES FOR RENT HOMES FOR RENT DBK Advertising Checkbook bal- ancing, document preparation, Word- Perfect Works 8, Color or Black and white - all done on compter. Cheap. DanielKeith@hot- mail.com, preferred or DanielKeith564@ yahoo.com. Call 437-5142. -------------------------- Looking for sit- ting job for a sweet lady in her home. Includes cooking and will drive for her if she needs me to. Can stay Fri- day night, Saturday night but must be home by Sunday at 3:00. Call 830-519- 3044. -------------------------- Sitting at night tak- ing care of elderly in their home. Refer- ences, transporta- tion. Call 361-212- 8731. -------------------------- House cleaning services available. Reasonable rates. Servicing Gonzales and surrounding areas. References available. Call Bar- bara at 979-777- 8710 or email bar- barajp30@hotmail. com. -------------------------- In Home Appliance Repair. Washer, Dry- ers, all major ap- pliances, 30 years experience. Haul Scrap Metal & appli- ances. Call Larry at 361-596-4391. -------------------------- Hand for Hire. Call Terry, (830) 857- 5927. -------------------------- I am looking for a private sitting job around Gonzales, Cost or on 1116 (Pilgrim Road). I have 20 years ex- perience. Please call Emily, 830-437- 2727; Cell, 820-263- 2768. -------------------------- Will do house clean- ing Monday thru Friday. Call 830- 203-0735. -------------------------- Sewing & Altera- tions. Jo West. 830-203-5160. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m. Lawn mowing ser- vice. No job too big or small. Call 830-263-0383 for free estimate. Also do weed spraying around fences. Will beat any price. Gon- zales area. -------------------------- Willing to mow lawns in morning or evening. Also will do weedeating. Not afliated with any companys. 830- 263-0909. -------------------------- Lawn mowing ser- vice, residential & commercial. Will also mow oilfeld yards or large oil re- lated businesses. Li- ability ins., free esti- mates and low cost. No job too large or too small. 830-263- 4181.(TFN) Teenager looking to babysit part-time, infants & small chil- dren. Will take care of at your home or my home. Call for more information, 263-2789. -------------------------- Will do child care in my home. Includes meals. Any age (In- fants onup). Have two openings avail- able. Call 830-519- 3044. -------------------------- I am looking for a sitter for my 6 year old daughter for before and after school a few days a week. Preferably someone who can come to my home. References and ex- perience required. Contact me at 830- 203-9159. -------------------------- Child care in home. I have 2 openings, Curriculum and meals included. Please call for de- tails. 830-263-0058. 29ft RV for rent or sale. RV will includ- ed free wif and all bills paid. Please call 361-571-6872 for any information. -------------------------- Mayfower RV for sale. Call 512-667- 4356. -------------------------- 2004 Teton Fifth Wheel. If you need a fulltime home this is it. 36 foot, three slide custom Teton. Tetons were designed to be full time homes. Super insulated against the heat and cold. Two 15K ACs/heat- pump, and gas furnace. Trailer has separate washer and dryer. 6.5KW Onan generator. 10K axles with full air ride suspension. 17.5 inch low boy commercial tires and wheels. 26,000 lb air ride hitch. Custom rear hitch can pull a 5,000 lb. car. Roof satellite dish and pre-wired for solar. All cabi- nets are solid oak. Solid oak doors. Co- rian counter tops. Comes with two fat screen digital TVs. Living room has leather Lazy- boy love seat and matchint recliner. Original owner. Non smoker and no pets. Unit has been in garage except for trips. $35,000. Call 830-534-9638. -------------------------- 2013 Crossroad Texas Longhorn Edition, 32 ft., bum- per pull, slide outs, $25,000 obo. Call or text, 830-275-3269. -------------------------- For Sale: 2010 RV. Keystone Springda- le. 291RK-SSR Travel Trailer. All electric. Fully Furnished. TV, Microwave, Cook Stove, Refrigerator, Oven. Used very little. Just like new. $15,000. Can see at 820 Oil Patch Lane. 830-672-6383. -------------------------- For Sale: Dometic Retractable Awning for Travel Trailer. New arms. 20 ft. long, 20 ft. wide. $575/obo. 830-857- 5720. -------------------------- 04 Coachmen, 26. 1 slide-out. Goose hitch-ball, excellent shape, new awning. Call 830-857-3677. 29ft RV for rent or sale. RV will includ- ed free wif and all bills paid. Please call 361-571-6872 for any information. -------------------------- 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 830-857-3538 or 830-857-4491 to have a look or more information. -------------------------- RV Space and RV trailer for rent. All bills included with Dish Network. 830- 203-9255. -------------------------- RV for Rent. $300/ wk. Call 512-667- 4356. -------------------------- 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 830- 351-0943 for de- tails. -------------------------- RV Space for rent. $300 month. All bills included. If in- terested please call 820-203-9255 -------------------------- Fully furnished Travel Trailers for rent. Will rent week- ly 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 utili- ties included, good healthy environ- ment. 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. -------------------------- 28 Travel Trailer for rent. Can be moved from job site. Call 830-305-6926. -------------------------- Ofce or Living Trailers for lease or buy. Peyton, 512- 948-5306; David, 713-252-1130. -------------------------- RV Rentals available at Belmont RV Park Estates. Pool, Laun- dromat. Call Rich- ard, 830-556-6905. RV Space for Rent. All bills included with Dish Network or Travel Trailer for Rent with all Bills included with Dish Network. Please call 830-203-7250 or 830-431-4169. -------------------------- One R/V site avail- able. $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. Intersec- tion of Hwy. 90 and TX 304. Contact: 281-788-7500. -------------------------- 2 RV spaces in town. $295/mo., 1 Mobile home space for rent, $295/mo. Call Finch Park, 672- 2955. -------------------------- RV Sites Available. Nixon, TX. Clean, quiet, fair prices. 830-857-6921. -------------------------- Pontoon boat. Good seats, good stereo, good trailer. Motor needs 90 Force Powerhead. $2,500. 830-857- 5106. Harley Davidson - 2007 Dyna Low- rider with pulled bafes. Blue/Grey 7700 miles. Blue Book Price - $9,440. Harley Davidson - 2009 883L Sport- ster 700 miles - Burnt Orange. Blue Book - $5,190. Will negotiate. Call 830- 875-9126 for more information, 8-5pm. -------------------------- Gruene Harley-Da- vidson is currently buying pre-owned Harleys. Looking to sell your Harley? Call Jon Camareno at 830-624-2473. 2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. In- dependent Suspen- sion. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Ask- ing - $4,950.00 in very good condi- tion. Call 830-857- 4670. Registered Border Collies. 2 females, $300. 11 weeks old, shots. Call 361-774- 3030. -------------------------- 2 males, 1 fe- male Wire Haired Dachsunds pup- pies. 1st shots & wormed. $200. 830- 263-4602. -------------------------- Precious purebred Chihuahua pup- pies. 8 wks. Very cute & loves to play. 1st shots & wormed, paper trained. Raised in my home. $150 each. 830- 560-6668. -------------------------- Free: Red Heeler, fe- male, fxed. Needs nice home. Call 830- 481-4707. -------------------------- Got land? Want a dog? FREE female boxer/pit mix, brin- dle color, about 1 year old. Gentle and friendly. Good watchdog. Near Palmetto State Park. Call 1-210- 274-2209. -------------------------- ANUE Pet Grooming. 7 days a week. Hand/Scissor Cut. Small, $20 & $30; Medium, $35 & $40; Me di um/ L a r ge, $45. Ask for Susan. 361-258-1505. WANTED Looking for feedlot cowboy to put han- dle on saddle mule. 361-362-3735. -------------------------- Texas Longhorn Calves. Born Nov. 2013. Bull, white with dark speckles. Two bulls, red and white. heifer, dark brown/black head and spots. Herd sire and mamas have great horns, gentle dispositions. 830- 540-4591. -------------------------- 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. -------------------------- Free Donkeys. 361- 772-7655 after 6 p.m. -------------------------- 2006 Blue Roan handcock mare. 14 hands. Stocky built. Has worked cows, arena rop- ing. Pastured for 1 year. Needs to go to work. $1,200. 361- 771-5483. -------------------------- For Sale: Black & Red Brangus Bulls. 2 & 3 yrs. old. Good selection. No pa- pers. 830-437-5772. (9-19-13) -------------------------- Rabbits for Sale. With cages, with feeders & waterers. all for $250. 361- 293-3571, house; 361-208-3565, cell. -------------------------- Bulls for Sale. Black Angus and Black Limousin. Breeding ages. Gentle. Deliv- ery available. 979- 263-5829. -------------------------- Bull For Sale: * Black polled Her- eford (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 birth- ing small calves. * Heifer calves make great replacement stock. * Can be reg- istered, if papers are important. * Price $2,500. Charles Nunes, 830-203- 0477. -------------------------- FOR SALE: Beautiful Bay Mare ( brood mare) 14 yrs. Ex- cellent bloodline (Three Bars & Leo). All ofers consid- ered. Pics avail- able upon request: amazin_grace454@ yahoo.com. Ph: #. 830-560-0238. -------------------------- Fancy Feathers Bantams. Feather Duster Roos. Col- ors, pairs, $20. Will deliver to Gonzales. 512-272-5147. -------------------------- For Sale: ORGANIC EGGS. Free Range chickens. $2.00 dozen. Will deliver to Gonzales weekly. 830-540-3536. -------------------------- For Sale: 2 & 3 year old red & black Brangus Bulls. No Papers. Good selec- tion. Call 830-437- 5772. -------------------------- Black Limousin and Angus Heifers and Bulls, Gentle In- crease your wean- ing weights. Es- tablished breeder since 1971. Delivery available 979 561- 6148 . -------------------------- 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/afdavit. Excellent pets, loves people. Priced ac- cording to gender, age and color. 830- 672-6265 or 857- 4251. -------------------------- Dwarf Nigerian goats (miniature), multicolored, male and female, 3 mos. to 2-3 years. 830- 672-6265, 830-857- 4251. FOR SALE BY OWN- ER IN RIVERCREST AREA: 2 BD/1 Ba rock home, sprin- kler system, privacy fence, 2 car garage. 1514 Saint Matthew Street. Call 830-203- 9383 for informa- tion. -------------------------- For Sale by owner. 5,500 ac - 4 miles North Langry with 2 miles Pecos River. Road to river - excel- lent hunting & fsh- ing. 1/2 of owned minerals to convey to buyers. 4BR/2BA Rock Home. $850/ Ac. Call 830-703- 9990(7/3/14). -------------------------- House for Sale: 2BR/1BA, hard- wood foors, large kitchen, pantry. Sold with or with- out large lot in back. Large fenced lot. 210 Crisswell, Yoakum, TX. 361- 596-4497. -------------------------- 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- erals, $450,000. To view call 830-857- 0986. -------------------------- 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. The Cannon Page B9 CHILD CARE Call 672-7100 to subscribe. LIVESTOCK MOTORCYCLES HOME SERVICES PETS CLASSIFIEDS LIVESTOCK LIVESTOCK HELP WANTED Thursday, July 3, 2014 HELP WANTED RV SITES RENT RECREATION RV S FOR SALE RV S FOR RENT LAWN & GARDEN HELP WANTED General Farm Labor Benefts include: 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 Apply today, Start today!!! 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Financing. www.txtraveltrailers.com. 979-743-1514 or 800-369-6888 Like new 28 ft. BPull TTs $6850. RVs FOR SALE RVs FOR SALE 1 - 1 STUDIO APARTMENT 1 - 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT For the Elderly 62 or older Rent is based on income Water, sewer and trash are paid Expanded Basic Cable provided at $15.00 a month COUNTRY VILLAGE SQUARE 1800 Waelder Road, Gonzales, TX (830) 672-2877 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY TRAVEL TRAILERS FOR RENT RV-SITES $250/monthly, $450/single occupancy, $500/dbl. occupancy Includes electric/ Pool/Laundry 830-424-3600 Belmont RV Park Career Opportunity In the ALTANA group, the four brands BYK, ECKART, ELANTAS and ACTEGA operate together. With 5,300 employees worldwide we com- mit ourselves to the realization of future oriented ideas and the success of our clients products. Together we set world-wide standards in four different felds of specialty chemistry. BYK stands for innovating compe- tence in the area of additives and measuring devices. Electrician Required: High school diploma or GED and the ability to: Maintain preventive maintenance, repairs, and scheduled work on all production equipment Required to calibrate all instrumenta- tion, read and interpret blueprints and schematics Have basic computer knowledge Install and remove electrical wiring, conduit, and cable Troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives, PLCs scales and all other electronic control equipment Demonstrate communication skills, ini- tiative and judgment in problem-solving Work safely, following rules and procedures Be on an On Call schedule Preference will be given to applicants with: 2 years instrumentation and control degree All applicants must apply through their local Texas Workforce Solutions Offce. Request an application for BYK Additives Inc. BYK Additives Inc. Gonzales, TX www.byk.com BYK Additives Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer W. B. Farm and Ranch Supply Dependable Inside Sales Person needed. Building material knowledge, computer skills, and cash handling experience a must! Apply within 2031 Water St., Gonzales Tx 78629 NO PHONE CALLS! HOME SERVICES HOME SERVICES RV S FOR SALE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED RV S FOR RENT BOATS FOR SALE REAL ESTATE Call The Gonzales Cannon to place your FREE Garage Sale Ads here. 830-672-7100 or fax to 830-672-7111 or email to: subscriptions@gonzalescannon.com 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 foors, inte- rior/exterior paint, GE Cafe appliances, new light fxtures and doors, new ac and water heater within past 2 years. Would make excel- lent horse property. Has County water. Out shed and chil- drens playhouse with electricity. Ag exempt for low tax- es. 18 miles north of Gonzales of 304. One hour East of San Antonio, one hour south of Aus- tin, and two hours west of Houston. Close proximity to Interstate 10. Excel- lent deal at 348,000. Sorry, no owner f- nance. If seriously interested please call 956-202-5629 or email awalk- er1288@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. -------------------------- 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 own- er fnancing w/ substantial down payment. 830- 203-8492.
by Owner. 6700 Ac. with approx. 7 mi. of Pecos River that has excellent fsh- ing and hunting. There is 1100 ac that is not fenced out of my prop- erty that you get free use of. Actual Ac. for sale is 5,600 Ac at $800.00/Ac. Will convey 1/2 of owned minerals which is about 50% owned. Ranch lo- cated at Langtry, Tx. Call 830-703-9990. (6-5-14) -------------------------- $2,500 for property to unload rail ties. Contact (325)200- 9997. -------------------------- 5.5 Acres for Sale or Lease. Cleared, wa- ter well, 3-200 amp loops, and 100 yds of Hwy. 80 w/good county road front- age. In Leesville between Belmont & Nixon. Will subdi- vide. Would make a perfect oil feld yard or residence. Call David, 713-252- 1130 ; Peyton, 512- 948-5306. -------------------------- 170 Acres - For Sale by owner. FM 443. Outside of Hoch- heim/Dryer area. 210-867-8851. -------------------------- Lots for Lease. Conveniently lo- cated behind WHS (Waelder High School). For infor- mation call 512- 299-1627. WANTED Looking for feedlot cowboy to put han- dle on saddle mule. 361-362-3735. Gips Kustom Shredding For more informa- tion or estimate call 361-208-3306. -------------------------- Need a lifeguard for private parties! For information call 830-445-0483. -------------------------- Mobile Mower Repair Ofering tune-ups, repairs & parts for most brands in my trailer, at your home. Evenings and Saturdays. Tune-ups start at $30+ parts. 830- 857-4580, Jacob. -------------------------- Belmont RV Park. Propane Services. Call 830-424-3600 or 830-556-6905. -------------------------- Pampered Chef De mo n s t r a t o r . Host a Show! Its Easy! Choose from a Cooking Show, Catalog Show, Face- book Show or if you need an item, here is my site, https:// www. pampered- chef. bi z/zavadi l . Dee Zavadil, 830- 857-1495. -------------------------- Lucky Shots by Dee. Need Family Por- traits, Family Re- unions, Birthdays, School Pictures, Weddings, Etc. 830- 857-1495 -------------------------- Plumbing Repairs. All Types of Plumbing. Master Plumber. Reasonable Rates. Please Call 713-203-2814 or 281-415-6108. License #M18337 -------------------------- No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment. The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B10 CLASSIFIEDS MISC. SERVICES LAND MISC. SERVICES SMITH RANCH INVESTMENTS Randy Smith, Broker 830-672-8668 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. $3,850 per acre. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 250 Acres. South Goliad. Good oaks, brush, and grazing. Well fenced and watered. Paved road just off US 183. $3,975/ac. with 1/8 minerals. Not leased. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 106 Acres. Rockport. Minutes to water, fne din- ing. Good oaks, coastal bermuda. Nice home plus modular home. Some minerals. $1,400,000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 62 Acres. South Cuero. Oaks, brush, hay feld. Pens, well. Cross-fenced. $5,300/ac. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 198 Acres, Atascosa County, West of Flores- ville. 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. SOLD CONTRACT PENDING PUBLISHERS NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub- ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention or discrimina- tion. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any ad- vertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings ad- vertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free tele- phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- 9275. REAL ESTATE HELP WANTED LAND MISC. SERVICES WANTED Typing Accts. Payable Bookkeeping Billing Preparation of Bids Correspondence Purchase Orders Travel Arrangements Mail Service End of Year 1099s Away from your offce and needing work to be done? Let us take care of these services for you Offce Services 830-672-6265 616 St. Paul, Gonzales 8-5, M-F We are available to meet your needs. MISC. SERVICES NOW HIRING Production Operators Apply now: - at the local Texas Workforce Solutions Offce, or - at the BYK Additives offce, or - by faxing your resume to 830-672-1902 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 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. BYK Additives Inc. offers a competitive total compensation package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BYK Additives Inc. 1212 Church Street, Gonzales, TX 78629 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. Land 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. 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. 13.117 Ac w/pond - $78,700. vSettlement at Patriot Ranch - 3-27 acre site built home sites. Beautiful countryside and wildlife views. Electricity available. Paved roads, well/septic required. 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. Commercial 830-875-5866 v17010 IH-10, HARWOOD - NEW LISTING - Large, approx. 2,331 sq. ft. 3 BD/2.5BA/3 car garage open foor 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 din- ing areas feature 2 wood burning freplaces. 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. We have 2 & 3 bedroom homes for lease also. Call for more info. NEW LISTING - Majestic country-side property and custom home on approx. 124 acres! 3BD/2.5 BA home with detached 2 car garage. Recent, full remodel to home offers remarkable custom detailing throughout. Spend your evenings winding down on the covered patio, next to the pool, and gazing out onto the fowing felds. Approx. 35% wooded areas and 65% open pastures including a beautifully constructed horse barn, large shop, storage sheds, irrigation tank, good fencing, and water to all pastures. $1,070,000. 5143 CR 283 Located approximately 7miles South of IH-10 in Gonzales County, this picturesque hunting and recreational property has a wow factor! Property features nice elevation spots offering beautiful views, 2 water wells - located on the North and South portions of property, small cabin and older chicken house. The landscape is mostly brush land with a variety of native brush and tree species making for an ideal habitat for wildlife. The brush is heavy with a well maintained Sendero system. Offered at $1,225,303. NEW TO THE MARKET. 269.69 Acres - Hwy. 80S. Belmont SOLD 20 Acres - Waelder - Approximately 3,160 sq. ft. 3BD/2.5 Ba main home with attached 2 car garage. Detached 1 bedroom Casita featuring full bath, additional 2 car garage. Spend your evenings winding down on the large covered patio or 2nd story balcony. Property includes horse barn with additional furnished living quarters. Possible sale w/124 acres total. FOR LEASE @ $5,800/Month fully furnished. 627 Lois Lane GONZALES - 3bd/2ba home features open living, dining, and kitchen area. Large utility room with storage space. One car carport and fenced backyard. $1,250/Month. The Settlement at Patriot Ranch - Approx. 5,249 sq. ft. custom home on 10 acres at approx. 520 elevation, 3 BD/4BA/3 car garage with media room, dry sauna, steam shower, mud room, utility room, and storage galore! Great room with gourmet kitchen. Covered patio set up for outdoor kitchen. $650,000 547 Power Ridge Commercial Lease. 2 story metal offce building on 1.18 acres. Reception, 2 offces, offce/break area with small kitchen area and shop. Shop area with side overhead door and 1/2 bath area. Conveniently located between Luling and Gonzales. Reduced $2,000/month 7341 US Hwy 183 FOR LEASE 456 CR 413A 17515 E. IH 10 Great opportunity for investors or to move your business to the Interstate. Approx. 9,000 sq. ft. metal building on 5 fenced acres. Total of 18.764 acres located at the corner of IH 10 and CR 217. $590,000 UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT HaPpY HaPpY B-DaY DoT! REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Wearing Beads at Fifty-Three Love your Co-Workers at The Cannon REAL ESTATE MISC. SERVICES MISC. SERVICES HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED MISC. SERVICES REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Call The Gonzales Cannon to place your FREE Garage Sale Ads here. 830-672-7100 or fax to 830-672-7111 or email to: subscriptions@gonzalescannon.com The Cannon Thursday, July 3, 2014 Page B11 Puzzle Page CANNON KIDS CORNER ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Your impulsive nature is ap- parent this week, Aries. While this nature has ofen served you well, its still a smart move to carefully consider all angles before making any big deci- sions. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, the goal this week is to fnd a happy medium where you can help others but remain true to yourself. It may take a little juggling, but you can handle it. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, although you are initially willing to go along with the groups plans, in the long run you want to set of in your own direction. A few stragglers may join you. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, professional obliga- tions may prevent you from spending time with loved ones, but only if you let them. Let higher-ups know where your priorities lie. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, share your emotions with a friend, especially if the friendship does not seem to be going in the direction you had hoped. Keep the lines of com- munication open at all times. 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