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WAELDER — A mysterious letter addressed to the citizens of Waelder has been recently cir-culating all throughout the town.

The mystery doesn’t have anything to do with the letter’s content, but rather with its’ origin.

The letter invites all of the town citizens to a “community awareness meet-ing” to be held at a local baptist church on July 27, beginning at 6 p.m. According to the document, the topics to be discussed in-clude corruption and scandalous acts involving the city council and mayor, the racially-biased and prejudiced agendas being pursued by those parties, and important steps to take to ensure that criminal behavior doesn’t continue.

The letter is signed “Sincerely, Rocky Quin-tero, Jr., Protector of The People.” However, the

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Funeral services were held Wednesday for leg-endary Gonzales business-man John Fletcher John-son, 82. He passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, July 20.

Johnson was the founder of Johnson Oil Co. and the Tiger Tote chain of con-venience stores, and was well-known for giving back to the communities which made him successful as a

philanthropist and historic preservationist.

A Gonzales native and standout athlete as a high schooler, Johnson attended Texas A&M and achieved recognition in track and field as a pole vaulter. He joined the Texas National Guard in 1947 at the age of 16 and rose to the rank of Major during 22 years of service.

He returned to Gonzales in 1950 to run the family ranch and on Nov. 25, 1950, married the love of his life, Jane Gray Gibson, at Gon-

zales First United Method-ist Church. He began his consignee relationship with Humble Oil and Refining Co. in June, 1958, with a staff of two; Fletcher served as the company’s jack of all trades and drove trucks.

In 1980, after 22 years of being a consignee, John-son Oil Company became an Exxon distributor. In the following years vari-ous distributorships were purchased and consolidat-ed to form the network of bulk plants that comprise

Malcolm Gescheidle of Gonzales celebrated his 100th birthday last Saturday during a reception held at First Lutheran Church. Dozens of family members and friends gathered to view tables decorated with mementos from Gescheidle’s past including the time he spent serving in the U.S. Army. Before being honorably discharged in 1945, Geschei-dle was awarded four Bronze Stars for heroic or meritorious achieve-ment for service in a combat zone. Nancy Gescheidle Stobaugh, Mal-colm’s niece, opened the event with a speech about her uncle’s life and the Man of the Hour took out time to personally address the crowd. Following the meal, a flyover of vintage aircrafts done by pilots from Lockhart, Floresville, Humble, Louise, Waller and Uvalde was held in Gescheidle’s honor. Gescheidle said he has lived this long because he didn’t smoke or drink and also attributed his longevity to eating pri-marily from the family farm and garden. (Photos by Cedric Iglehart)

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Fletcher Johnson gestures while touring the construction of the new Jane Johnson Women’s Imaging Center at Memorial Hospital with his wife, Jane, in May 2012. (Staff photo by Dave Mundy)

Moulton Mayor Ervin Patek joins other civic leaders and Keep Moulton Beautiful members in cutting the ribbon on the city’s 2011 Governor’s Community Achievement Award gateway monument. The ceremonies wrapped up five years of work on the project by KMB, the Moulton Cham-ber of Commerce, the city, Moulton ISD and numerous community orga-nizations and individuals. The gate-way opens just in time to welcome visitors to town for this weekend’s annual Moulton Jamboree. (Photos by Dave Mundy)

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FLATONIA — Sheriff Keith Ko-renek reports that Deputy Randy Thumann his K9 partner LOBOS has apprehended another drug smuggler attempting to transport their contra-band through Fayette County.

Korenek said that Thumann was on patrol on I-10 near Flatonia and

stopped an eastbound vehicle for a traffic violation. A female driver and her children were traveling from South Texas but were not on a direct route to their destination of Houston. The driver was very nervous and this aroused Thumann’s suspicion.

A consent to search was acquired and after Thumann checked the hood area and battery compartment of the 2003 Ford Pickup, the source of the

nervousness was discovered. Thu-mann noticed the battery was unusu-ally heavy and had been tampered with.

Inside the battery, Thumann dis-covered approximately 12.5 pounds of cocaine, with an estimated street value of over $100,000. Arrested and charged with possession of a con-trolled substance was 36 year old Alma R Presas of La Joya.

The case of John An-drew Garza continues to make its way through the legal system.

In 25th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, Garza had his case reset for Au-gust 27 with a jury trial date assigned for Septem-ber 16. The 30-year old Gonzales man is facing charges of unlawful pos-session of a firearm by a felon.

Garza has drawn much attention from law en-forcement authorities over the past year.

Last month, a shootout took place at his residence which resulted in the injury of Derrick Ray Dora, 32 of Gonzales. Dora was trans-ported from the scene by

ambulance and airlifted to University Hospital in San Antonio.

At that time, Garza was awaiting adjudication on several criminal charges including two counts of possession of a firearm by a felon and one count of possession of a controlled substance.

Garza was one of two men wounded in a late-

night shootout take took place on July 13, 2012. That was the third felony inci-dent involving Garza in a less than two-month span.

Garza and another man were taken into custody during a pre-dawn raid by the Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Office SWAT team and Department of Public Safety on May 17, 2012. During that incident, Gar-za was charged with deadly conduct, endangering a child and possession of a controlled substance.

In March, Garza was taken into custody at the court house shortly after having his case reset. Gar-za was in court for a pre-trial hearing on his charge of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. His court-appointed attorney was unable to attend due

to illness, so Garza was is-sued another attorney and reset to April 2.

Judge Bill Old then in-formed Garza that the bail bond company he employed had gone off his bond and Garza was placed into custody.

In other developments, the court:

• Set a jury trial date of July 29 for Alice Ramos, 51 of Gonzales. Ramos is fac-ing one charge of murder in connection with a two-vehicle crash last August that killed 18-year old An-drew Chet Hamm of San Marcos.

According to the arrest affidavit, Ramos’ blood contained three times the legal alcohol limit and tested positive for cocaine. It was her fourth DWI-re-lated arrest since 1990.

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July 25, 1838On this day in 1838, the first Independent Order of

Odd Fellows lodge in Texas was organized at Houston. Jacob Raphael De Cordova, Texas land agent and colo-nizer and the Grand Master of the Odd Fellows in New Orleans, visited the Republic of Texas to install mem-bers in the lodge, the first established outside the United States. Prominent early members of the Hous-ton lodge included John W. Moore, signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence and early Texas official; Texas Revolutionary War veteran Thomas Jefferson Golightly; soldier and printer Ezekial Humphreys; and official and railroad promoter Dewit Clinton Harris.

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Here is the Gonzales Police Department report for the pe-riod of July 15-21:

July 15Jeremy Wayne Kintz, 40

Of Gonzales, Arrested On Outstanding Warrant For Bur-glary Motor Vehicle And Also Charged With Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia At 600 Blk St. Lawrence St.

Reported Criminal Trespass At 100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr.

July 16Reported Injury To A Child

And Evading At Sycamore St And Mesquite St. Warrants Have Been Issued For Zachary Bushay Mitchell, 22 Of Gonzales, Charged With Endangering A Child, Injury To A Child, Driving While License Invalid, Possession Of Marijuana, And Evading.

July 17Reported Assault At 900 Blk

Robertson St.Reported Burglary Habitation

At 1700 Blk Neuman St.July 18

Roberto Balderas, 28 Of Austin, Arrested And Charged With Endan-gering A Child And Assault Family Violence At 900 Blk Water St.

Reported Theft At 1200 Blk St. Lawrence St.

Reported Theft At 900 Blk Robertson St.

July 20Reported Runaway At 1600 Blk

Weimer St.Reported Theft At 500 Blk St.

Joseph St.Reported Criminal Mischief At

2600 Blk Winding Way Drive.July 21

Andrea Marie Villareal, 20 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Driving While Intoxicated At 900 Blk St. Vincent St.

James Matthew Garner, 27 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Aggravated Assault At Cuero St And Church St.

Reported Assault At 1300 Blk Fischer St.

Gonzales County Sheriff ’s Office report for July 14-20:

07/14/13Irle, Trinity Duke, 12/1990,

Gonzales. Local Warrant – Pos-session of a Controlled Sub-stance PG 1 <1G. Released on $20,000 Bond.

07/15/13Ramirez, Marcos Daniel,

07/1978, Nixon. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instru-ment/Money/Securities – Count 1. Local Warrant – Forgery Gov-ernment Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 2. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 3. Local Warrant – Forg-ery Government Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 4. Lo-cal Warrant – Forgery Govern-ment Instrument/Money/Secu-rities – Count 5. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instru-ment/Money/Securities – Count 6. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instrument/Mon-ey/Securities – Count 7. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 8. Local Warrant – Forg-ery Government Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 9. Local Warrant – Forgery Gov-ernment Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 10. Local Warrant – Forgery Government Instrument/Money/Securities – Count 11. Requires $7,500 Bond. Remains in Custody.

07/16/13Estrada, Daniel Angel,

04/1990, Nixon. Local War-rant – Burglary of a Habitation intend to commit other Felony. Released on $5,000 Bond. Lo-cal Warrant – Terroristic Threat of Family/Household. Released on $1,000 Bond. Local War-

rant – Criminal Mischief >$500 <$1,500. Released on $1,000 Bond.

07/17/13Hernandez, Marcia Ann,

10/1980, El Lago. Local War-rant – Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility. Requires $415.00 Fine. Released on $500 Bond.

07/18/13Medina, Michael Anthony,

08/1980, Elgin. Local Warrant – Child Support Capias. Requires $6,000 Bond.

07/19/13Alvarez, Reynaldo G.,

03/1947, Nixon. Commitment/Sentence – Driving while Intoxi-cated 3rd or More. Released on Time Served.

Velasquez, Margie Yvonne, 01/1973, Gonzales. Commit-ment/Sentence – Driving while Intoxicated. Released – Week-ender/Work Release.

07/20/13Butts, John Edward, III,

10/1975, Cedar Creek. Local Warrant – Criminal Nonsup-port. Requires $10,000 Bond. Remains in Custody.

McKinney, Collin Brant, 12/1989, Gonzales. Assault causes Bodily Injury Family Vio-lence. Released on $3,000 Bond.

Total Arrest, Court Commit-ments, other agency arrest and processing’s:

GCSO 09DPS 02GPD 03WPD 01NPD 00Constable 00DWCSO 00DEA 00TPW 00GCAI 00Total 15

HOUSTON – The Texas Attorney General’s Office on Wednesday con-cluded the State’s Medicaid fraud in-vestigation into Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, Inc. Under the agreement, Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast must pay $1.4 million for fraudulently overbilling the taxpayer-funded Med-icaid program.

After a whistleblower lawsuit was filed alleging improper billing prac-tices by Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, an investigation was opened by the Texas Attorney General’s Of-fice and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission’s Office of In-spector General.

The State’s investigation revealed that Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast improperly billed the Texas Medicaid

program for products and services that were never actually rendered, not medically necessary, and were not covered by the Medicaid pro-gram – and were therefore not eligi-ble for reimbursement. For example, state investigators determined that Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast falsi-fied material information in patients’ medical records in order to support fraudulent reimbursement claims to the Medicaid program.

Under the agreement announced today, Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast must pay $1.4 million to re-solve the Medicaid fraud enforcement action. Because Medicaid is jointly funded by the State and the federal government, the federal government is entitled to a portion of the Texas recovery. Under the Texas Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act, the relator-whistleblower that uncovered the de-

fendant’s fraudulent conduct will also receive a share of the State’s recovery.

Nationally recognized for its suc-cessful efforts to recover funds wrongfully taken from the Medicaid program, the Texas Attorney Gen-eral’s Civil Medicaid Fraud Division (CMF) is responsible for pursuing fraud claims through civil enforce-ment actions. Since 2002, CMF’s re-coveries for the State of Texas have passed the $400 million mark – while total recoveries for the state and fed-eral governments now exceed $1 bil-lion.

For more information about the Civil Medicaid Fraud Division’s ef-forts to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse in the Texas Medicaid program, access the Office of the Attorney Gen-eral’s website at www.texasattorney-general.gov.


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A Gonzales native serving in the U.S. Air Force has been named a selectee for the rank of lieutenant colonel, the ser-vice has announced.

Ira Schurig of Gonzales, currently stationed at McDill Air Force Base, was among 1,350 majors selected for promotion. He is the son of Tommy and Pat Schurig of Gonzales.

The Air Force announced it has selected 18 lieutenant colonels to promote to colo-

nel, and 1,350 majors to pro-mote to lieutenant colonel during the 2013A line of the Air Force, and line of the Air Force, judge advocate gen-eral selection boards.

About 13.5 percent of the 133 eligible lieutenant colonels were selected for promotion, and 18.5 per-cent of the 7,288 eligible majors were selected for promotion.

More officers are being promoted this year — in

2012, 14 lieutenant colo-nels and 1,269 majors were selected for promotion.

The Air Force said that Majors who were in the line of the Air Force pro-motion zone had a 74.4 percent selection rate, or 1,142 out of 1,535, and majors who were in the line of the Air Force-judge advocate general promo-tion zone had an 80.8 per-cent selection rate, or 42 out of 52. Ira Schurig

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The “Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders” or “Kern-er Report” released on February 1968 con-tained an infamous passage that warned, “Our nation is moving toward two soci-eties, one black, one white—separate and unequal.”

Forty-five years later the quest for equality has been turned into a quest for revenge. America has become several so-cieties — not only black and white, but also Gay, straight, male, female, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, rich, and poor. Whereas the Kerner Commission sought to create equal access, today so called “civil rights” advocates want to create equality at any price and “by any means necessary”.

Where did we go wrong? The genesis appears to be the 1975 Civil Rights Act when civil rights coverage was extended to “protected classes”, not just blacks. A protected class became defined as anyone

who was perceived to be discriminated or “oppressed”. The list grew from blacks to Hispanics, Native Americans, and other minorities.

The “protected classes” were also pro-vided government assistance to gain equal-ity. It was no longer good enough to have “equal opportunity”, but now “guaran-tees” were sought. The idea of “equal op-portunity” was replaced with “affirma-tive action” in employment, education, and even political representation. Also, the terms “minority” and “poverty” be-came synonymous.

The civil rights movement then quickly gave way to a “poverty indus-try” where community leaders demand-ed programs (money) to help protected classes (the poor) achieve equality. Between 1965 and 1968, expenditures targeted at the poor doubled, from $6 billion to $12 billion, and then doubled again to $24.5 billion by 1974. The to-tal federal spending for fiscal year 2012 according estimates based on the Con-gressional Budget Office and the Office of Management and Budget reached $3.6 trillion, or 22.9 percent the size of the entire U.S. economy.

However, there were two results that accompanied the growth of the poverty industry. One result was the disintegra-tion of the family, and the second was the dependence on the government as the provider.

Sociologist David Frum wrote in his book “How We Got Here: The ‘70s” that in 1968, 4.1% of families were headed by a woman receiving welfare assistance but by 1980, the percentage increased to 10%. In 2008, 28.7 percent of the house-holds headed by single women were considered poor. While many religious and conservative leaders raise the alarm about these figures, they only mean more money for poverty industry.

As for dependence on the govern-ment, according to the USDA which administers the program the old food stamp program — now called Supple-mental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the cost in 2008 was $34.8 bil-lion but exceeded $74.6 billion in 2012. The poverty industry has created more dependence and more “victims of soci-ety”.

Forty-five years ago, the Kerner Com-mission meant to address discrimina-tion within the context a capitalist so-ciety by providing equal opportunities. However, today liberals want to go be-yond equality and fix poverty, which can only happen in socialist theory. To address poverty and help the “victims”, liberals must fundamentally change America. Watch out.


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George Rodriguez is a San Antonio resident. He is the former President of the San Antonio Tea Party, and is now Executive Director of the South Texas Politi-cal Alliance.

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Wendy Davis is the country’s most prominent defender of late-term abortions. What Rosa Parks was to desegregation, what Eunice Kennedy Shriv-er was to respect for the disabled, what Elizabeth Cady Stanton was to women’s suffrage, the Texas state senator is to abortion after 20 weeks of fetal development.

Texas just passed a law banning abortion after that point, a measure supported by the public and by common sense, but not by the stalwart Davis. For her trouble, she has been accorded fawning

media coverage and showered with $1 million in donations, showing that abortion radicalism sells in America -- so long as it is pro-abortion radical-ism.

A ban after 20 weeks, near the end of the second trimester, represents a minor restriction on abor-tion by any reasonable standard. Many European countries, which we tend to consider laxer on such matters, ban abortion well before 20 weeks. In Belgium and France, abortion is banned after 12 weeks.

Davis likes to say that less than 1 percent of abortions in Texas take place the 20th week or later, without realizing how that damns her own case. By her own admission, she is not even willing to give up 1 percent of abortions.

The 20-week benchmark isn’t arbitrary. By then, the latest research suggests that fetuses feel pain, respected University of Utah expert Maureen Condic recently testified before Congress. It is her view that fetuses “deserve the benefit of the doubt regarding their experience of pain and protection from cruelty under the law.”

The public basically believes the same thing. In Texas, a University of Texas/Texas Tribune poll

found 62 percent of people support the ban. Na-tionwide, even a recent HuffPost/YouGov poll found that 59 percent support a ban after 20 weeks.

There is nothing outlandish or -- assuming its supporters don’t make suicidally stupid rhetorical mistakes -- politically risky about the Texas law. It includes an exception for the health of the mother and for extreme fetal abnormality.

Wendy Davis always couches her position, of course, in terms of reproductive “health.” In the very same breath, though, she opposes a provi-sion of the Texas law requiring that abortion clin-ics meet the same standards as outpatient surgical centers. Since abortion involves outpatient surgery, this would seem an uncontroversial measure, espe-cially given that Democrats favor the strict regula-tion of practically every other business and activity in America.

The provision is drawn from the recommenda-tions of the Gosnell grand-jury report that wanted tighter controls to prevent the kind of butchery that it had investigated from happening again. The requirements, like wider hallways, aren’t frivolous. One of Kermit Gosnell’s “patients” bled to death because his clinic couldn’t properly accommodate a hospital gurney. Whistle-blowers from an abor-tion clinic in Houston have told horror stories rem-iniscent of Gosnell’s unspeakable practices.

If the balance of the Democratic Party weren’t invested in protecting abortion as a kind of secular sacrament -- “sacred ground,” as Nancy Pelosi calls it -- it would recoil from Wendy Davis in embar-rassment. Instead, it lionizes her. And why not? She exemplifies its moral and political bankruptcy on this issue.

Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review.(c) 2013 by King Features Synd., Inc.

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The poverty industry’s agenda

A lot of us were raised to ap-preciate competition. Whether in some type of athletic endeav-or, competition in academics or simple competition to see who can master the F chord on a gui-tar first, we were imbued with a sense of wanting to “win.”

Along with that appreciation for competition, a lot of us, espe-cially from the older generations, also received an ethical tidbit which rode right along with com-petition: it’s great to win, but win playing by the rules.

We were raised to savor victory — but not to cheat. Victory won by cheating was cheap, worthless. Cheaters found no sympathy or appreciation.

Different rules apply these days, it would seem. From the ballfields to classrooms to poli-tics, we’ve taken Lombardi’s max-im that “Winning isn’t the main thing, it’s the ONLY thing” too literally.

This is especially evident in politics, where the actions of the two major parties have rambled so far off the track of fairness in the interest of “winning” that

most of us who are actually con-scientious citizens have been dis-enfranchised.

The concept of gerrymander-ing sprang from the Northeast, when Massachusetts Gov. El-bridge Gerry manipulated state senatorial districts in his state to gain advantage for his Democrat-ic-Republican Party in 1812. In the years since, both major par-ties have used it again and again in an attempt to ensure domi-nance by one party or the other, and Democrats in particular be-came experts at using gerryman-dering to keep blacks and others from attaining any political pow-er in the “Solid South” for more than a hundred years.

In recent practice, the idea of

gerrymandering a district along racial or ethnic lines is used al-most exclusively to exclude white voters from the process and to ensure ensure victories by such mental giants as Sheila Jackson Lee.

Thus, Democrats’ contention that the re-drawing of district lines by Republicans a couple of years back was gerrymandering is accurate, but it’s an offense they are quite familiar with. And in challenging those re-drawn lines, Texas Democrats used the federal court system to further disen-franchise native Texans in favor of illegal aliens.

Not so, you say? Those legisla-tive lines were drawn using 2010 Census numbers — in which citi-zenship and nationality was not important or countable, but eth-nicity was.

Wouldn’t the fair thing be for all of us to be in districts which are drawn based strictly on total population, regardless of the col-or of anyone’s skin?

As if determining your elector-al worth based on your skin color weren’t bad enough, both parties

have become adept at cheating the system. But while Republi-cans have an advantage in gener-ating campaign money to protect fat cats, Democrats have become past experts at simply creating votes out of thin air.

The tale is told of a certain bus from Austin which showed up several times at the same local precinct last election cycle, and each time disgorged a few dozen folks ready to cast their ballots in early voting. None of them spoke English, but all had their voter cards registered at the same ad-dress — a vacant lot. Interestingly enough, Democrats got a lot of votes from that precinct.

So Republicans got a Voter ID law passed, and the state’s attor-ney general took the feds to court over the redistricting issue. In the course of making its decision, the Supreme Court effectively said that states can, in fact, require those casting ballots to furnish a pictured ID to verify their iden-tity as a legal voter.

Score that one as a win for fairness. But there’s a catch.

Almost as soon as Democrats

began wailing about the “unfair-ness” of having to furnish an ID to vote the same way you have to furnish it to do everything from cash a check to fill a prescrip-tion, word got out that there is, indeed, a way around the law.

The Texas Department of Pub-lic Safety, on its website, notes that anyone voting in person must present a picture ID for verification at the polls— how-ever, if you are voting by mail, you do not have to submit a photo ID.

In San Antonio, on the eve of the last election, it was disclosed that literally thousands of mail-in ballots appear to have been shipped in from a single address ... an East Side cemetery. In Cen-tral Texas, four women were caught gathering and marking thousands of mail-in ballots. The cemetery owner is a Democratic Party activist.

Anyone care to wager that we’ll see more voting by mail in the next election than ever before?

If the progressives want to win Texas, then do it without cheat-ing.

AUSTIN— State Senators Donna Camp-bell and Judith Zaffirini on Friday issued a joint statement in opposition to the pro-posed Post Oak Landfill in Guadalupe County east of Seguin in Sen. Zaffirini’s district.

Though the site is not in Sen. Campbell’s geographical district, she has expressed concerns regarding contamination of her constituents’ water supply.

“Due to the landfill’s location over the recharge zone of the Carrizo-Wilcox Aqui-fer system and the danger of rapid contam-ination posed by abandoned oil wells in the area, I must oppose this project,” Sen. Campbell stated. “Though the proposed site for the landfill is not in my district, many of my constituents depend on water from the aquifer and I believe it poses a threat to public safety.”

“I believe it is vital that controversial projects such as this be hosted by support-ive communities that consider them eco-

nomic development, not in areas in which they are opposed strongly,” Senator Zaffiri-ni said. “I am against this project because of widespread opposition from Guadal-upe County residents and elected officials, whose concerns I share.”

“Many of the concerns expressed re-late to the integrity of the Carrizo-Wilcox aquifer,” Senator Zaffirini added. “Tom Melville, former District Director of the Texas Railroad Commission, has expressed strong opposition to the Post Oak Dump because unplugged oil and gas wells in the area could result in groundwater contami-nation. If such contamination were to oc-cur, any runoff from the landfill would go directly into Nash Creek, which flows into the Guadalupe River. This could jeopar-dize the public health, safety and welfare of downstream users by polluting the drink-ing water supply and making the water un-safe for recreation, livestock and wildlife.”

Both senators noted that it is vital that a contested case hearing be set prior to the remaining sections of the permit being ap-proved.

This is an edited transcrip-tion of a radio interview with Ducks Unlimited rep Kirby Brown heard on the “News from the Camp-house” on KULM 98.3 FM.

Brune: Outdoorsmen real-ize the significant amount of lobbying that goes on dur-ing the legislative session pertaining to conservation. They also know that much of what they do is essential to the mainstream Gulf Coast economy. Conservation im-pacts agriculture, munici-palities, industries along the Gulf Coast, as well as, wildlife. As per The Texas Water Plan, everyone should realize that the in-terests of conservation organizations great-ly serve the Texas public. Kirby, would you please tell us how Ducks Unlimited (DU) plays into this scenario.

Brown: DU just celebrated their 75th anniversary last year. They now have 13 million acres of wetlands in conservation. DU realizes that in Texas the water issues are primary focus when talking about wa-terfowl habitat. Presently, we’re concerned with the Brazos and Colorado River Basins. We’re in drought conditions and it threat-ens the coastal wetlands and rice commu-nity complex. The levels of the Highland Lakes are at 36 percent. Buchanan and Travis Lakes are at a combined storage of 725,000 acre feet. The lowest those lakes have ever been was during the drought of record during which they were at 600,000 acre feet. So, we’re trying to prepare for a drought worse than a drought of record. They never want to get below 600,000 acre feet. If that happened, it triggers manda-tory 20 percent cutoff requirements for municipalities, electrical generation com-panies, and everyone that uses water along the rivers. And that would stay in effect until we get rain – and one of these days it will rain.

DU brought me in as the water guy. I’m a conservation outreach biologist that’s serv-ing as their water guy with state agencies, river authorities, the legislature, and the governor’s office. It is an interesting job because I want to help folks and help our wetlands.

Brune: The connection that is so emi-nent and often overlooked is the kinship of conservation, the economy, and industry. Mainstream people should wake up and see that the hunting and fishing conserva-tion organizations such as DU are highly instrumental in the efforts that sustain and preserve a vibrant economy.

Brown: That’s exactly right. Wildlife tourism, fishing, etc. needs freshwater in-flow in the bays and estuaries. That fresh-water is also essential to waterfowl. And then naturally, that freshwater sustains in-dustry. Part of our effort is to insure that the lower river basins are treated as fairly as the upper basins. It all must be in balance and we must find win-win solutions.

When the Texas legislature met they were looking to fund the state water plan. That was something that has been talked about since the late 1990s. The water plan is a result that started with Lt. Governor Bob Bullock in SB1. Then there was SB 2 that was brought by Senator Brown. After that came Senators Armbrister, Averitt, and now we’ve got Senator Hegar involved.

Now, we may not support everything that’s in the state water plan. There’s some stuff about bottomland hardwoods in Northeast Texas and building reservoirs

that is not our concern. Our primary concern was to look at the plan as a whole, get it passed, and then if we need to fight individual battles we’ll fight those battles. But let’s fund the plan and start working on insuring water in the future. Thirty percent of the plan is moving to water conservation. Ten percent of the funding is going to agriculture. Much of the funding will address infra-structure rehabilitation. We’ve got some cities leaking more water in old pipelines than

they’re using. That’s almost criminal nowa-days with the precious value of water. Wa-ter is one of those utilities that we’ve been able to keep low in price, and that price doesn’t reflect its cost. At some point so-ciety must come to the understanding the true value of water. We must have water for agriculture, municipalities, industry, en-ergy, and wildlife.

There were two water funding bills moving through the legislature. One was brought by Senate Natural Resources Chairman Senator Frazier, who lives on the Highland Lakes, and the other by the house Natural Resources Com-mittee Chairman Representative Ritter. The Speaker of the House, Lieutenant Governor, and Governor Rick Perry are all behind the idea of funding an infra-structure that will help provide Texas with water. We felt that funding the plan would happen, and the SWIFT Fund was created. It’s the State Water Implementa-tion Fund of Texas. It will be comprised of $2billion from the state’s Rainy Day Fund. It’s a one-time deal. The money will be loaned to communities. It will al-low communities to get state bond rat-ings and borrow money at a lower inter-est rate. That $2 billion dollars will be recycled through loans and in 50 years, with matching funding from local enti-ties, you’ll see about $27 billion gener-ated from the original two billion, and an actual $54 billion in total funding to-wards water infrastructure.

Now – the legislature thought they had the authority to take $2billion out of the Rainy Day Fund, but the attorney gen-eral said no. Taking that money must be included in the state budget, which had already been developed. So, at the end of the session legislators got behind Sen. William’s SJR 1 which is a constitutional amendment that allows the people of Texas to vote on the water funding as a constitutional amendment.

There are actually communities in West Texas with less than 60 days left in their water systems. The TCEQ has lists of communities in bad need of rehabili-tated water systems and water wells.

Brune: Has the LCRA, DU, or any state agencies advocated using more ground-water?

Brown: All of the local Groundwater Conservation Districts are responsible for water management plans. They can’t stop someone from drilling a well, but they can implement their management plan. The LCRA may allocate funds to someone trying to get off of using LCRA water, but in the end everyone is subject to the balance of the management plans.

DU wants folks to know that we are in favor of funding the Texas Water Plan and believe that it’s a one-time deal that will fund Texas water infrastructure into the future.


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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.

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Herman Brune is a freelance writer, radio personality and author based in Colorado County.

Looking Downfrom the Saddle

Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a Ride!’

— Hunter S. Thompson

Back in 20 and 08 a few family members and acquaintances reckoned I had gone off my rocker.

Concluding that I was “Nuts!” And that it was time for ‘em to send in the guys in the white coats and the butterfly nets. Put me in that other institution located there in Austin.

Why the concern? Well, at the ripe old age of 63 I decided that I would get into motorcycling. So I did. And I took to the two-wheel life with the enthusiasm of a hog with his head in a slop bucket.

Since slinging my leg across a motor-cycle in May of 2008 I’ve racked up 12,000 to 18,000 miles a year on my bikes. Yep. Plural: possessing a street bike and dual-purpose.

Now Dr. Deb, the wife and Dog Doc-tor, is not one to play second fiddle, either. She has two motorcycles, also. Currently, a 2011 Ducati 796 Monster she favors on asphalt and a 2012 Yamaha TW200 on the gravel road travels.

While today I straddle, independently of course, on a BMW F700GS as my street ride and 2009 Honda CRF230L on the back roads.

And so we relish our rides. Down the roads we go. On each excursion our odys-sey begins as soon as we set out. On the norm, with no destination in mind. No particular place to go.

Since exchanging I-dos some 36-plus years ago our souls have become synthe-sized. So we ride.

Sharing that funny feeling of feeling your soul relax. Because riding for us seems to rekindle the euphoria of living. It energizes. Sets the pulse to pounding. With pleasure.

It gives us a freedom. Freedom to get away from day to day worries and freedom to embrace the open road and what lies ahead.

Trips vary. Might be a simple jaunt over to Gonzales or Hallettsville or La Grange or Seguin. Merely to pick up some basic item of everyday life or just to have an ex-cuse to crank her up.

Other trips may be planned. Such as the seven days in the Ozarks. In a biker-friend-ly state, Arkansas. Where we travelled vari-ous rides: The Jasper Disaster, The Moon-shine Run, The Twisted Lady, Mountain View Run, and others.

Another outing saw us based out of Lake Amistad, near Del Rio. There we wandered off in all directions over a four-day period. Throttling up to Langtry and on further into the road to Big Bend.

Dr. Deb cottons to gravel roads. So we take the dual purpose bikes quite often. This area of Lavaca and Fayette counties feature some neat paved and gravel lanes to travel. Steep hills abound and we nev-er chart our journey. Spot a country road marker and lean it into the roll and go. Basking in the adventure of being tested.

My advice for those traveling the pave-ment and get the feeling that the country-side seems boring, stop, get off your bike, and go sit in the ditch and appreciate what

was here before the asphalt.Though some may feel that we have

taken leave of our senses by embracing the motorcycle life, we are conducive to con-templating common sense.

That’s why we are firm believers in pro-tective riding gear. We ride with helmets, gloves, boots and armor. Most true motor-cyclists do so. Because true two-wheelers know everyone crashes. Some get back on and others don’t. Some can’t.

Dr. Deb took a spill and got back on. Af-ter she healed from a having a plate placed on her collar bone. But she was covered. With helmet, armor in the jacket, and gloves. Helmet was destroyed. She still suf-fered road rash. But it could’ve been much worse. I thank God to this day that it wasn’t.

My ownself, following a close call on a motorcycle, I’ll cross my fingers, mental-ly toss salt over my shoulder, and rub an imaginary rabbit’s foot. And sigh with re-lief.

It amuses me when I sight in on those daring young men and women on their motorized machines. Ones in shorts and bare-headed and wearing sandals. Cruis-ing around town or down a busy road. To be seen. Usually, two-up. Man up front, woman on the pillion.

Why they may put all of 15 miles on a bike in a single day. They’re on a bike for show, and show only.

You see, most motorcycle complications are created by that nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle.

I’m no dummy. I’m of the belief that ac-cidents hurt – safety doesn’t.

A David Perry quote comes to mind: What do you call a cyclist who doesn’t wear a helmet? An organ donor.

I’m cognizant of mortality. Been around the block enough to know that life is more than a game by Parker Bros. Experienced a bit of adversity throughout the years.

Car wreck in 19 and 59 where the Chevy flipped four times. Placing me in the hos-pital in a coma with busted bones and a 50-50 chance to live.

Served as a combat photographer in Vietnam but didn’t wind up a name on The Wall.

Lung cancer and congestive heart fail-ure on two occasions. Now I’m living what time I have left with atrial fibrillation.

And because of my meds dosed daily I’m told that if I should have a motorcycle mis-hap I’d likely bleed out.

So I know my life is mortgaged. But before the Grim Reaper forecloses I

hope to know a little more each day I have left.

And so my personal motto in the clos-ing chapters of my life is: Ride, eat, sleep … repeat … down the road I go.

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Gonzales LivestockMarket ReportThe Gonzales Livestock Market

Report for Saturday, July 20, 2013 had on hand: 1,463 cattle.

Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold steady.

Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $190-$235; 300-400 lbs, $172-$180; 400-500 lbs, $154-$168; 500-600 lbs, $139-$145; 600-700 lbs., $129-$137; 700-800 lbs, $122-$126.

Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $91-$105.

Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $170-$210; 300-400 lbs, $150-$165; 400-500 lbs, $141-$147; 500-600 lbs., $129-$140; 600-700 lbs., $121-$126.

Packers cows: Good lean utility and commercial, $72-$76; Cutters, $75-$83.50; Canners, $61-$68; Low yielding fat cows, $69-$75.

Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $96-$101; light weights and medium quality bulls, $84-$93.

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Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on July 16, 2013, 2,187; week ago, 2,466; year ago, 868.

The market this week was steady to a little stronger in all

areas. Demand strong in all areas – particularly the lighter weights. Good rains in some areas very beneficial.

Packer cows and bulls sold steady to $1 lower on approx. 280hd. Total.

Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $74-$87; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $61-$74; light weight can-ner cows, $50-$61.

Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, none; utility & cutter bulls, $92-$98; lightweight canner bulls, $83-$92.

Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; $190-$240; 200-300 lbs, $180-$230; 300-400 lbs, $168-$202.50; 400-500 lbs, $156-$180; 500-600 lbs, $136-$165; 600-700 lbs, $128-$146; 700-800 lbs, $124-$135. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $180-$220; 200-300 lbs, $160-$200; 300-400 lbs, $148-$178; 400-500 lbs, $136-$160; 500-600 lbs, $128-$147; 600-700 lbs, $120-$134; 700-800 lbs, $107-$122.

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on July 19, 2013, had 910 head.Had 97 cows and 17 bulls. The

packer market reversed directions and recovered all of last week’s losses. Numbers dropped thanks to rain and demand stayed strong so a better market resulted.

The calf market was much stronger as runs dropped with the

receipt of much needed rains in the area. This coupled with good crop reports on corn added a lot of life across the board on calves. Only weakness was in the plainer type calves. Overall calf prices are $4-8/cwt higher than last week.

Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $88-$98; lower grades, $62-$85.

Packer cows: breakers, $65-$72; boning, $65-$80; canners & cutters, $69-$88; light & weak, $40-$54.

Palpated, 10 bred cows, $90-$104.

Pairs: 3 Pairs, $1,140 & $1,410.Steer calves: under 200 lbs,

$186-$212; 200-250 lbs, $190-$226; 250-300 lbs, $181-$214; 300-350 lbs, $178-$198; 350-400 lbs, $162-$184; 400-450 lbs, $150-$174; 450-500 lbs, $154-$165; 500-550 lbs, $147-$158; 550-600

lbs, $143-$154; 600-700 lbs, $135-$144; 700-800 lbs, $128-$145.

Bull Calves: under 250 lbs, $146-$200; 250-300 lbs, $186-$200; 300-350 lbs, $157-$178; 350-400 lbs, $157-$202; 400-450 lbs, $153-$181; 450-500 lbs, $143-$175; 500-550 lbs, $144-$162; 550-600 lbs, $138-$147; 600-700 lbs, $128-$140.

Over 700 lbs. bulls, $113-$127.Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs.,

$141-$174; 200-250 lbs., $153-$165; 250-300 lbs, $156-$171; 300-350 lbs, $154-$170; 350-400 lbs, $140-$157; 400-450 lbs, $141-$153; 450-500 lbs, $135-$163; 500-550 lbs, $132-$147; 550-600 lbs, $130-$142; 600-700 lbs., $122-$144; over 700 lbs, $118-$123.

A mix of local and re-gional Tejano, country and polka favorites headlines the list of entertainers scheduled for this year’s Come and Take It Festival, set for Oct. 4-6 at Confederate Square in downtown Gonzales.

Headlining the event will be rising star Danielle Reed (“Lie to Me”), veteran singer-songwriter Thom Shepherd and Texas Regional Radio favorite the Bart Crow Band.

The fun kicks off Friday, Oct. 4 at the Tejano sounds of Los Idealez from 6:30-8 p.m. on the main stage at the Biergarten, followed by the country-rock tempo of Whiskey Sin from 8:30-10. Reed, who’s returned to Tex-as after a sojurn in Nashville, takes the stage until mid-night.

Saturday’s action starts at 1 p.m. with a couple of lo-cal favorites. The County Line Band will perform a two-hour set, followed by Shiner’s Los Kolaches from 3:30-5 p.m. San Antonio’s Guillermo Serpas takes over the stage from 5:30-6:30, fol-lowed by Gonzales’ own Te-quila Black from 7-8:30.

Shepherd starts prime time off at 9 p.m., followed by Bart Crow at 11.

Sunday’s entertainment

will once again be provided by the Shiner Hobo Band from 1-5 p.m.

Additional details on the

festival will be announced in the coming weeks. For vendor information, con-tact the Gonzales Chamber

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The Gonzales County Commissioners Court took some initial steps in config-uring the new budget dur-ing a regular meeting Mon-day morning.

Foremost among the new projects to fund for next fiscal year is the ex-pansion of the county’s tax office. Gonzales County Judge David Bird said money will be put into the budget for the renovations, but he was unsure about a timetable for the project’s completion.

“We’re looking at ex-

panding the tax office, so we’re getting some esti-mates on that project,” he said. “We’re trying to pur-chase some property to put that staff in while the ex-pansion is being done.”

The increased revenue from the Eagle Ford Shale activity will not have a ma-jor impact on the budget, but is expected to once again have a major influ-ence on the tax rate. The certified tax roll from the Gonzales County Apprais-al District won’t be released until today, but the county’s taxable value nearly dou-bled in 2012.

“The preliminary num-

bers we’ve received indicate that there is going to be just as large of an increase this year as it was last year,” Bird said.

The new county budget will be formally adopted in September with more workshops scheduled for Monday and Tuesday.

“The Sheriff ’s Depart-ment and the four Com-missioners’ budgets are always the biggest ones,” said Bird. “We’ll also take a look at the County Attor-

ney’s Office with all of the changes coming with us adopting felony responsi-bility on September 1.”

In another agenda item, the court walked over to the 1885 Jail to take a tour of the facility given by members of the Historical Commission and discuss taking action of repairing the building’s roof.

“We’re going to just do a seal of the roof ’s membrane to make sure it doesn’t leak,” Bird said. “I think

sometime in the future the Historical Commission would like to do a full res-toration on the Old Jail to make it look just like it did when it was first built.”

The seal job, which is expected to cost less than $50,000, will be included in next year’s budget.

In other business, the court:

• Agreed to participate in a study of the Peach Creek watershed. The hydrologi-cal study will show the ef-

fects of flooding at the wa-tershed on the Guadulupe River and surrounding properties.

• Agreed to make an optional contribution of $100,000 to the County’s account in the subdivision accumulation fund (SAF) in the Texas County and District Retirement Sys-tem.

• Approved the deputa-tion of Derrick Johnson as Deputy Constable for Pre-cinct #3.

The University of Houston Victoria Small Business Devel-opment Center will be holding a free seminar this Friday in Gonzales.

The seminar, entitled “Con-tinuity Planning For Your Business,” will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at 427 St. George, Suite 303.

All UHV SBDC workshops are open to the public. If you have questions that you would like the presenters to address,

they can be sent in advance to [email protected] with the work-shop name in the subject line.

Reserve your seat by regis-tering today at 361-485-4485 or [email protected]. Seminar may be cancelled if minimum number of registrants is not met.

Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort.

During the July Board of Directors meeting of the Gonzales County Farm Bureau, Lauren Hartmann, County Secretary, was rec-ognized for her extraordi-nary service in maintaining and increasing membership levels.

President of the Board, Charles Rochester, ex-pressed his appreciation on behalf of Board for Lau-ren’s dedication and excep-tional success in assisting the Gonzales County Farm Bureau increase its annual membership renewal per-centage while developing new and innovative meth-ods of maintaining and in-creasing membership lev-els. Charles also presented Lauren with a small token of the appreciation for all of her past efforts and success.

Also, Lauren recently was recognized during the Dis-trict 12 Secretary Apprecia-tion and Information Day in Victoria by Texas Farm Bureau State Director, Rus-sell Boening. During this thirteen county meeting, Lauren gave an overview to the other County Secretar-ies of her practices which aid in her success to in-crease membership.

In addition to these ac-knowledgments, Lauren was recognized during the annual Texas Farm Bureau School for her excellence in retaining members within the County Farm Bureau. During this three day con-ference, Lauren made a pre-sentation highlighting her efforts and success to all the secretaries from across the state.

It was noted by the Board of Directors that because of the fine effort Lauren ex-udes, the annual member-ship renewal percentage of the Gonzales County Farm Bureau traditionally stays three to four points higher than the State average of 90%.

Lauren Hartmann

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Juan M. Garcia, Admin-istrator of USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), on Wednesday reminded farmers, ranchers and oth-er agricultural producers that they have until Aug. 1, 2013, to nominate eligible candidates to serve on local FSA county committees.

FSA county committees help local farmers through their decisions on com-modity price support loans, conservation programs and

disaster programs, and by working closely with coun-ty executive directors.

To be eligible to hold of-fice as a county committee member, individuals must participate or cooperate in a program administered by FSA, be eligible to vote in a county committee election and live in the local admin-istrative area where they are running.

The newly elected county committee members will take office Jan. 1, 2014.


Recent well location reports from the Texas Railroad Commission

Caldwell County

API No.: 055-35049Classification: Fld. Dev. and Hori-

zontalOperator: Eagle Energy Acquisitions

LPLease Name: Moses & BaggettWell No.: 3HField Name: Salt Flat (Edwards)Total Depth: 3,000 feetDirection and Miles: 4.8 miles NE of

LulingSurvey Name: S. Shupe, A-268Acres: 85.2

DeWitt County


zontalOperator: Burlington Resources

O&G Company LPLease Name: Maraldo A403Well No.: 3Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 14.8 miles NW

of CueroSurvey Name: F.H. Spellman, A-452Acres: 704



O&G Company LPLease Name: Maraldo A403Well No.: 4Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 14.8 miles NW

of CueroSurvey Name: F.H. Spellman, A-452Acres: 704



O&G Company LPLease Name: D. Baker Unit AWell No.: 3Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 14.86 miles SW

of CueroSurvey Name: E. W. Matthews, A-342Acres: 704












zontalOperator: Sabine Oil & Gas LLCLease Name: Kaiser UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 2 miles NW of

PetersvilleSurvey Name: E. Caples, A-122Acres: 704



O&G Company LPLease Name: R. Meischen Unit BWell No.: 2Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 5.3 miles NE of

EcletoSurvey Name: T.C. Bell, A-65Acres: 320



O&G Company LPLease Name: Kuck Unit AWell No.: 3Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 9.2 miles NE of

WesthoffSurvey Name: D. Davis, A-12Acres: 304.25



O&G Company LPLease Name: G Klein Unit EWell No.: 2Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 4.9 miles NE of












O&G Company LPLease Name: G Klein Unit DWell No.: 2Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 5 miles E of


Fayette County


zontalOperator: Sanchez Oil & Gas Cor-

porationLease Name: Prost Unit CWell No.: 8HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,200 feetDirection and Miles: 2.45 miles SE of

FlatoniaSurvey Name: J.C. Duff, A-167Acres: 918.71



porationLease Name: Prost Unit CWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,500 feetDirection and Miles: 3.1 miles SE of

FlatoniaSurvey Name: G.W. Cottle, A-35Acres: 918.71



porationLease Name: Prost Unit AWell No.: 4HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,500 feetDirection and Miles: 1.25 miles S of

FlatoniaSurvey Name: G.W. Cottle, A-35Acres: 1,027.52



porationLease Name: Sante North UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Cypress Landing (Eagle

Ford)Total Depth: 13,600 feetDirection and Miles: 7.5 miles NW of

SchulenburgSurvey Name: S.F. Knight, A-62Acres: 753.37

Gonzales County

API No.: 42-177-33031Classification: Fld. Dev. and Hori-

zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Skynyrd UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 9,000 feetDirection and Miles: 4.5 miles NE. of

GonzalesSurvey Name: H. Earthman, A-202Acres: 640


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Derward UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 11,750 feetDirection and Miles: 9.5 miles SE. of

GonzalesSurvey Name: B. Lockhart, Section

5, A-36Acres: 841.99


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Plant UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 10,200 feetDirection and Miles: 5 miles SW. of

Smiley

Survey Name: P. Holmes, A-278Acres: 665.91


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: McClure UnitWell No.: 12HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 11,900 feetDirection and Miles: 2.2 miles N. of

KokernotSurvey Name: W. Hill, A-27Acres: 994.50


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Chevy UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,000 feetDirection and Miles: 9.7 miles SE. of

CostSurvey Name: S.H. Gates, A-228Acres: 120


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Lennon UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 10,200 feetDirection and Miles: 2.5 miles SE. of

SmileySurvey Name: P. Winn, A-464Acres: 565.01


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Morris-MenkingWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 13,500 feetDirection and Miles: 7.7 miles SW.

of CostSurvey Name: G.W. Barnett, A-133Acres: 577.91


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Garrett-BurgeWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 2.1 miles SW. of

SmileySurvey Name: R. Sellers, A-419Acres: 14,000


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Garrett-SmithWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 2.1 miles SW. of

SmileySurvey Name: R. Sellers, A-419Acres: 694.18


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Barnhart (EF)Well No.:42HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 16,500 feetDirection and Miles: 16.7 miles SE. of

GonzalesSurvey Name: A.W. Hill, A-247Acres: 7,601.50


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Barnhart (EF)Well No.: 38HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 15,900 feetDirection and Miles: 16.7 miles SE. of



zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Barnhart (EF)Well No.: 37HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 16,800 feetDirection and Miles: 16.7 miles SE. of



zontalOperator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas

LPLease Name: Bongo North UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 18.46 miles NE.

of GonzalesSurvey Name: J.H. Whitehurst, A-485Acres: 625.78


zontalOperator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas

LPLease Name: Bongo North UnitWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 18.46 miles NE.

of GonzalesSurvey Name: J.H. Whitehurst, A-485Acres: 625.78

Lavaca County


zontalOperator: Penn Virginia Oil & Gas,

LPLease Name: Pilsner HunterWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 14,500 feetDirection and Miles: 5 miles NW of

ShinerSurvey Name: Hrs. A Jones/P. Guth-

rie, A-210Acres: 702.01





rie, A-210Acres: 702.01





rie, A-210Acres: 702.01





rie, A-210Acres: 702.01

Recent oil and gas completions ac-cording to reports from the Texas Rail-road Commission

DeWitt County


zontalOperator: Geosouthern Energy

Corp.Lease Name: Sonny Seifert AWell No.: 3HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: W.W. Hunter, A-224Direction and Miles: 9.27 miles NW.

of YorktownOil: 888MCF: 1,345Choke Size: 11/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 5,990Total Depth: 16,962 feetPlug Back Depth: 16,831 feetPerforations: 12,851-16,857 feet













Corp.Lease Name: Muir DWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: C. Fulcher, A-20Direction and Miles: 6.83 miles NE.

of WesthoffOil: 576MCF: 1,534Choke Size: 10/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 6,390

Total Depth: 19,388 feetPlug Back Depth: 19,540 feetPerforations: 13,048-19,383 feet

Gonzales County


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Cook-HenryWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

1)Survey Name: Gonzales CSL, A-229Direction and Miles: 3.8 miles SE.

of SmileyOil: 224MCF: 137Choke Size: 22/64 of an inchPumping: YesTotal Depth: 12,245 feetPlug Back Depth: 12,114 feetPerforations: 8,573-12,128 feet

Lavaca County


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Shiner Unit BWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: B. Lockhart, A-26Direction and Miles: 2.32 miles SW.

of ShinerOil: 692MCF: 1,542Choke Size: 12/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 5,124Total Depth: 17,714 feetPerforations: 12,604-17,639 feet


zontalOperator: Penn Virginia Oil and

Gas LPLease Name: Addax HunterWell No.: 3HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: W. Strode, A-52Direction and Miles: 3.1 miles SW.

of MoultonOil: 1,157MCF: 535Choke Size: 14/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 3,566Total Depth: 17,155 feetPerforations: 11,144-16,871 feet





of MoultonOil: 1,370MCF: 1,274Choke Size: 14/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 2,200Total Depth: 17,220 feetPerforations: 11,223-16,985 feet





of MoultonOil: 1,095MCF: 439Choke Size: 14/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 2,671Total Depth: 17,071 feetPerforations: 10,859-16,861 feet



Gas LPLease Name: Elk HunterWell No.: 3HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: W. Strode, A-52Direction and Miles: 2.8 miles E. of

MoultonOil: 1,339MCF: 702Choke Size: 16/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 2,250Total Depth: 16,317 feetPlug Back Depth: 16,290 feetPerforations: 11,263-15,977 feet



Gas LPLease Name: Douglas Raab UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: T. Toby, A-467Direction and Miles: 4.6 miles SE. of

MoultonOil: 904MCF: 1,972Choke Size: 16/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 2,709Total Depth: 18,659 feetPerforations: 12,472-18,400 feet


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Gonzales County DeedsGonzales County Courthouse DeedsJuly 1-31Garza Jr., Juan Jesus to Martinez, Paul and Moreno,

Esmaralda, w/d, Pt. Acreage Blks. 52 & 66, Schleichers Subdvn & Pt. of Juan J. Tejada Svy.

Reyes, Miguel (Indiv & Custodian) and Reyes, Kim Elizabeth to Huerto-Vargas, Felix and Huerta-Vargas, Estela, w/d, Pt. Lt. 2, blk. 7, Orig. Inner Town Gon-zales.

Gaylord, Marilyn Jean Porter (Extr) and Gaylord, Sidney (Estate) to Gaylord Family Nixon Resort, LLC, w/d, 207.045 Acres, Gonzales County Schl. Land A-229 & Hardy W B Price A-370 Svys.

Osborn, Lisa Kay, Drake, Lisa Kay (AKA) and Os-born, Lisa Drake (AKA) to SJS Legacy, LP, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 277.694 Acres, David W. Brandt A-6 & Benja-min Fulcher A-21 Svys.

Osborn, Lisa Drake (Trustee) and Osborn Ir-revocable Trust to SJS Legacy, LP, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 277.694 Acres, David W. Brandt A-6 & Benjamin Fulcher A-21 Svys.

Drake, Roderick to SJS Legacy, LP, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 277.694 Acres, David W. Brandt A-6 & Benjamin Fulcher A-21 Svys.

Drake, Roderick A. (Trustee) and Drake Irrevoca-ble Trust to SJS Legacy, LP, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 277.694 Acres, David W. Brandt A-6 & Benjamin Fulcher A-21 Svys.

Covington, Margie M. to Caulkins, David L. and Caulkins, Mary H., w/d, 25.11 Acres, John L. Wood Svy, A-473.

Fink, George A. to Forest Oil Corporation, o/l, 267.94 Acres, Ed Wilder A-487, R A Pace A-382, Gon-zales Col Schl Land A-230 & Byrd Lockhart A-328.

Fink, George A. to Forest Oil Corporation, o/l, 46.20 Acres, Gonzales County Schl. Land Svy, A-230.

Eureste, Martha to Rodriguez, Lucio and Rodri-guez, Francisca, w/d, Pt. lt. 20, Blk. 31, Waelder.

Valdez, Emilia Moralez to Abundis, Filimon and

Abundis, Herlinda, w/d, 0.44 of an Acre ( Pt. Blk. 53) Schleicher’s Addn, Nixon.

Minnis, Matthew P. to Minnis, Michael D., w/d, 311.11 Acres, Washington T Shuff Svy, A-413.

Minnis, Matthew P. to Minnis, Michael D., w/d, 123.40 Acres, Washington T Shuff Svy, A-412.

Hoffman, Randall W. to Donald D. Hoffman Fam-ily Partners, Ltd. and Hoffman Family Partners Ltd., Donald D., w/d, Pt. Lt. 5, Blk. 14, Nixon & 2.417 Acres, J J Tejada Svy, A-448.

Sistos, John and Siston, Jennifer to Reese & Esco-bar, L.L.P., w/d, Lt. 1 & Pt. Lt. 2, Blk. 41, Nixon’s Ex-tension, Nixon.

Mohrmann, John and Mohrmann, Iris to Mohrmann’s Drug Store LLC, w/d, 2.00 Acres (Pt. Lt 5, RG 9) East of Water Street, Orig. Outer Town Gonzales.

Lewis, Hazel Irene to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 4.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36.

Bullard, Ola B. to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 84.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36.

Johnson, Sheritta to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 84.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36.

Johnson Jr, Royal N. to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 84.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36.

Jones, Doris to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 84.00 Acres, Byrd Lockhart Svy, A-36.

Parker, Edwin F. to Juantes, Juan, w/d, Lt. 4, Blk. 87, Baker Addn, Nixon.

Armstrong, Felton to Argent Energy (US) Hold-ings, Inc., o/l, 18.00 Acres, James Gibson Svy, A-23.

Henderson, John C. and Henderson, Dorothy to Argent Energy (US) Holdings, Inc., 98.41 Acres, City of San Antonio A-509 & James Gibson A-23 Svys.

Reese & Escobar, L.L.P. to Lexington Investments I, L.P., w/d, Lt. 1 & Pt. Lt. 2, Blk. 41, Nixon’s Exten-sion, Nixon.

Reese & Escobar, L.L.P. to Lexington Investments I, L.P., w/d, Pt. Blk. 1, Tom & Ford Subdvn, Nixon.


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Copies of this letter have been showing up all over in Waelder. The document is an announcement for a town hall meeting to discuss alleged “wrongdoings” by the Waelder City Council. (Courtesy photo)

councilman said he had no idea where it came from.

“The crazy thing is I did not write or au-thorize the writing of that letter,” he said. “I don’t know who wrote it, but it’s not from me.”

“My wife and I are scheduled to have a baby next week, so there’s no way I would have scheduled or committed myself to anything like that knowing our due date is in the same week.”

Since he was made aware of the letter’s existence, Quintero has been periodically removing copies of the letter wherever he has seen them posted. He even spoke with Waelder Police Chief Jim Taylor about pos-sibly opening an investigation to find the unknown author.

“I decided not to do it,” Quintero said. “I really don’t want to see the taxpayers mon-ey wasted looking for who did this.”

Quintero does have a theory as to why this document would be presented to the public with his name on it.

“I think maybe this was done to discon-nect me from the other members of the

council,” he said. “I don’t know why else this would be put out. I’ve never said the council or the mayor has done anything il-legal, I’ve only accused them of making the wrong decisions.”

Since his election to the council in May 2012, Quintero has found himself as the lone dissenting vote on several issues. He was the only council member in favor of reinstating the Waelder Police Department reserve officers, against the rental fee agree-ment for the new health clinic, against ac-cepting the mobile home application of Councilman Valentino Hernandez, and against providing temporary assistance to the Waelder Community Cemetery Asso-ciation.

He also made a motion for Waelder to sell two acres of a 14-acre tract to Gonzales County for potential new offices for Con-stable Raleigh Measom and Justice of the Peace Jesse Almaraz. That motion failed 3-2.

“Even though I’ve disagreed with a lot of decisions we’ve come to collectively as a council, I haven’t seen anything illegal go-ing on,” said Quintero. “I would never say the things that are written on that paper.”

Johnson Oil Company. The corporate office re-mains in Gonzales with sat-ellite plants in New Braun-fels, Pflugerville, Temple and Abilene, Texas.

Soon after becoming a distributor the industry be-gan to shift toward distrib-utor operated convenience stores. In 1985 Tiger Tote Food Stores was born with its first store in Luling, and following Johnson’s motto of “Make It Happen!” the chain became wildly suc-cessful in Central Texas. Today the chain consists of 23 stores in 11 counties and currently employs more than 450 people, including stores in Gonzales, Luling, Shiner, Yoakum and Nixon.

Right along with his business success, however, Johnson remained a stal-wart supporter of his com-munity. He was a generous supporter of First United Methodist Church, Live-stock Shows around the region, the Gonzales Fire Dept. and EMS, Memorial Hospital and Relay for Life.

He also remained avidly involved in his “first ca-reer” of ranching, and con-tinued to develop the Cin-co J throughout his life. He and Jane twice restored the historic McClure-Braches

Home at the ranch, and in 1998 Fletcher received the Outstanding Rancher Award from the Gonza-les County Soil and Water Conservation District.

But it was his 62-year-long love affair with his wife, Jane, for which John-son may be best remem-bered. In later years, it would be noted the couple became so familiar with one another they tended to finish each other’s sen-tences, and in May, 2012, Fletcher and his daugh-ters, Ellen Johnson, Judy Gipson and Janet Burke, donated $350,000 to Gon-zales Memorial Healthcare Systems to help create the Jane Johnson Women’s Im-aging Center.

“She had been in and out of the hospital so many

times. She always got what she considered to be ex-cellent care here,” Fletcher said in an interview at the time, his voice catching as he grasped his wife’s hand. “We thought that maybe we could pay something back.”

During that interview, Fletcher and Jane recalled having built their Johnson Oil business together, their project to renovate the Mc-Clure-Braches House, or reminiscing about shock-ing behavior they observed at one of the first Willie Nelson Fourth of July pic-nics.

Fletcher leaves behind his wife, Jane; three daugh-ters, Ellen Johnson of New Braunfels, Judy Gipson and husband Randy of Bryan, and Janet Burke and husband Mike of Seguin; three grandsons, Jeffrey Mills, Garrett and Tanner Hale; great-grandson, Ko-hen Mills; brother, W.G. “Bill” Johnson and wife Bobbie of Corsicana; sis-ters, Dorothy Springs and husband Al of Austin and Ruby Lindeman of Seguin. He is further survived by a sister-in-law, and brother-in-law, Suzanne and Hardy Hamm and brother-in-law, Charles Gibson all of Winnsboro, and 13 nieces and nephews.

Fletcher Johnson

MOULTON — Entertainment, great food and lots of fun is on tap for the 53rd annual Moulton Town & Country Jam-boree, set Friday through Sunday at the Moulton City Park and Knights of Colum-bus Hall.

The grounds open Thursday for bar-becue cookoff teams in this year’s Lavaca County Go-Texan competition, with the winners in several categories earning the right to represent the county in the 2014 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Events get underway in earnest at 6 p.m. Friday with the opening of the carnival and arts and crafts booths. Moulton’s own Da-mon Billimek will provide free entertain-ment at the Pavilion from 7-8 p.m., and the Texas Dream Band takes the Pavilion stage from 8 p.m.-midnight.

Friday’s events also include the turn-ins for the Salsa and Shrimp Cookoff compe-titions, as well as the start of the softball tournament.

A 5K run/walk gets underway at 7 a.m. on Saturday, and at 8:30 a.m. there will be a meeting for barbecue and chili chefs at the Pavilion. The Go-Texan dominos tourna-ment begins at 9 a.m. at the KC Hall, and hay-ride tours of Moulton get underway at 10.

Saturday will see judging in several coo-koff categories: chicken, jackpot beans, homestyle chili, showmanship, pork spare-ribs and brisket.

The Tug-A-Tractor Contest begins at 4 p.m.

The entertainment kicks off at 3 p.m. at the Pavilion with music provided by Los Kolaches and Doc West. The Trevor Cole

Band will take the stage for the evening’s entertainment from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Sunday will see the wrapup of the soft-ball tournament, as well as an Antique Farm Tractor & Engine Showstarting at 8 a.m. The pie baking contest gets underway at 9 a.m., and at 10:30 the Grande Parade will wind its way from downtown to the park.

The ”Famous Kettle Fried Chicken Din-ner” at Moulton KC Hall gets underway at 11 a.m.; you can dine in or get a drive through plate-to-go.

The entertainment at the Pavilion in-cludes the Dujka Brotehrs and Red Ravens from 1-7:30 p.m., and there will be a pie auction at the KC Hall at 2 p.m.

The open horseshoe & washer pitching (adult and youth divisions) contest gets underway at 2 p.m.

Larry Watts of the Seguin Premiere Toastmasters was a guest at the July 10th meeting of the Come and Speak It! Toastmasters. Watts shared some of his life’s experiences including those as a Toastmaster. Shown are Barbara Hendershot, Gerri Lawing, Shari Johnson, Larry Watts, and G. K. Willmann. Visitors are wel-come at Come and Speak It! Meetings at noon on the first and third Wednesdays of each month in the Gonzales County Farm Bureau Community Room, located at 1731 Seydler Street in Gonzales. (Courtesy photo)

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There will be an Ice Cream supper at newly re-furbished Belmont Com-munity Center this Satur-day July 27th to thank all of you who contributed to the funding and helping of getting the community center repaired and fixed. It starts at 6PM. There will be homemade ice cream, sandwiches, and dips and chips and cookies. It could not have gotten that way without your donations and a lot of hard work by a lot of people.

Your prayers and thoughts are needed for the following: Joe Kotwig, Mr. Bill, Jesse Esparza; Bill and Marie Lott, Louise Jones, Sandy Ingram, Aunt Geor-gie Gandre; Danny and Joyce Schellenberg, “Sarge” Duncan, Mildred O’Neal, Rhonda Pruett, Terrence, Aunt Frances Gandre, Bar-bara and Allen Wiedner, Bubba and Sara Roecker, Glenn Mikesh, Lillie Lay, Maria Castillo, Selma Vick-ers, Landis, Keith Glass, Te-resa Wilke, Linda Denker, Case Martin, Sandi Gandre, Aunt Betty Gandre, Carol and husband, Margie Men-

king, Joy Carson, Richard Hidalgo Jr., Arthur Casa-res, Morgan, Justin, Shir-ley Dozier, Marie Schauer, Esther Lindemann, Anna Lindemann, Alton Allen, Lanny Baker, Judy Wilson, Iva (Totsie) Hodge, Bob Young, Marguerite Wil-liams, the family of Louise Goss, the family of Fletcher Johnson, and our military and families,

It was sad to hear that Louise Goss passed away. She almost made it to her 97th birthday. However she and her husband just cel-ebrated their 71st wedding anniversary about a week and a half ago. There are not many that can say that they have reached that milestone.

It is hard to believe but school supplies are every-where with the appropriate school listed above it. I still

think that it is a rip off for all parents to buy all of these quantities of things for their children and have them stacked in a common area and then distributed evenly as I am told this is the new way of doings things.

I want to thank Kath-leen Allen for doing my flowers for church over at Monthalia. She came up with a beautiful coun-try bouquet. As we had to go many miles today to meet some criteria, I noticed how beautiful the crepe myrtles are bloom-ing. Their blooms are all colors and I think that the rain has made them espe-cially pretty.

A word of warning about your dogs and cats. Keep them at home where they belong. Coyote traps are legal and used to be used legally by the state trapper. They are sup-posed to be run every day. They are not an easy sight to look at when they are on an animal. However, I have done a little research and this,to the best of my researching abilities, is what I have found out.

I can tell this now that Flo Blundell is home. She went on the trip of a life time through eighteen states and enjoyed it tre-mendously. She is ready for another trip. I can imagine that was a lot of fun. I know that she got to see all kinds of scen-ery and types of build-ings that she had never seen. I am just about get-ting so envious that I am having to quit thinking about all that she did see. My one goal is just to see the Mississippi River and has been for the last three years, and I haven’t made it yet.

Richard and Wilhemina Walker have just arrived home from Florida. They went to visit her step-mother who had a stroke. She is recovering really well.

Samson and Pepe have not had their orange bowl filled with food twice to-day so they think they are starving. Guess I will have to call it quits and see to these starving youngsters.

Have a good week, and God Bless!


EngagementSandi’s Country

Fried News

Sandi Gandre

Ice Cream Supper set; almost school time!

McCauley-AbsherRobert and Cathy McCauley of Gonzales are

pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Lynn to Brandon Michael Absher, son of Mike and Janet Jacobs Absher of Moulton. Tiffany is the granddaughter of Mrs. Nellie Rocken-baugh of Palacios and the late John Rockenbaugh and Mrs. Linda Brush of Point Comfort and the late Richard Brush. Brandon is the grandson of Robert and Joyce Jacobs of Yoakum and Frances Absher of Seguin.

Tiffany is a 2008 graduate of Gonzales High School and a 2011 graduate of Texas State Univer-sity with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdis-ciplinary Studies. She is currently employed as a Second Grade Teacher by the Hays Consolidated In-dependent School District at Ralph Pfluger Elemen-tary in Buda, Texas. Brandon graduated from Moult-on High School in 2008 and is a 2012 graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geography with an emphasis in Geo-graphic Information Systems and minor in Business Administration. He is employed by Surveying and Mapping, Inc. in Austin, Texas as a Survey Techni-cian. He is in the process of completing the require-ments to become a Texas Registered Professional Land Surveyor.

The couple will exchange vows at First Baptist Church in Gonzales on August 3, 2013.

Explaining how Chapter 41 might affect GISDDear Gonzales ISD School and Com-munity Family,

I hope that you are all enjoying some great family time! The sum-mer is going by so fast. Thank you for participating in our library and sum-mer reading programs! The students have been great and we have been impressed with their love for read-ing. We are busy now preparing for the upcoming school year. All cam-puses are undergoing summer clean-ing, painting and maintenance. Our custodial and maintenance staffs are doing a great job to make our schools shine when our students return in August.

Pursuant to Gonzales ISD’s facili-ties improvement plan, at the July 8th Board of Trustees meeting, the Board determined to hold a school building bond election. The election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. The November ballot will include two proposals for voter approval. Both proposals provide for construction, acquisition and equipment of school buildings in the district including re-habilitation, renovation and improve-ments to school buildings.

The first proposal in the amount of $21,585,000 addresses campus based needs relative to facility space, safety, and technology and maintenance factors. The planned purchase of an existing facility to be repurposed as a PK-K Early Childhood Center al-lows for restructuring of grade levels at both East Avenue and Gonzales Elementary thereby providing for in-creased space at both campuses. Ad-ditionally, classroom and cafeteria/internet use space is planned at North Avenue and Junior High. At the high school, a planned ninth grade center will provide vocational and regular classroom space. Further, planned improvements at the high school campus will result in increased cafe-teria/internet space through a student center and use of the old stage, as well as additional security with a new front office and community access area at the front of the campus. The second proposal in the amount of $3,400,000 supports the need for buses, improve-ments to bus barn, purchase of land and existing facilities for buildings to be used by the school.

As mentioned prior, one aspect of a bond election is the current state funding system. Under state law, dis-

tricts are designated as either prop-erty rich or property poor. GISD was notified of preliminary property rich status or Chapter 41 status in the spring. TEA bases this on the district’s prior-year property value as certified by the Comptroller’s office and an estimate of the number of students in weighted (weighted based on the number of students being served in special programs) average daily atten-dance (WADA) in the district. Given current value growth, GISD will of-ficially become a Chapter 41 district beginning with the 2014-15 school year. Texas independent school dis-tricts are permitted to levy two types of taxes: (1) maintenance and opera-tions taxes (“M&O taxes”); and (2) interest and sinking fund taxes (“I&S taxes”). Districts that are deemed to be property rich are required to share their wealth (a portion of their M&O taxes) with property-poor school dis-tricts. This is termed “recapture”.

It is estimated, by the year 2014-15, that the district will exceed the $319,500 wealth per WADA level that determines Chapter 41 status. There are two levels of recapture. Level1 is currently $495,000 in wealth per WADA and Level 2 is $319,500 in wealth per WADA. Level 1 applies to (M&O) taxes that are collected at the district’s compressed rate of $.8957 and Level 2 would apply to M&O taxes collected if the district’s M&O rate was ever greater than $.8957 +.06 ($.9557). Using current estimates Level 1 recapture will not start until 2015-16 when the district’s wealth is estimated to be greater than $504,000 per WADA (the $495,000 currently in place increases to $504,000 in 2015-16). Unless the district’s M&O tax rate becomes greater than $.9557, the district will not have Level 2 recap-ture. At Level 1 recapture projections, the district must make decisions

based on how that recapture will be distributed.

The amount of recapture is estimat-ed at approximately 20 cents on the dollar for each dollar collected on the first $.8957 of the district’s M&O tax rate. Current estimates indicate the total recapture amount to be approxi-mately $3,000,000 in 2015-16. If the district’s M&O tax rate were to exceed $.9557, the amount of recapture esti-mated for Level 2 would be approxi-mately 49 cents on the dollar. There are five options for reducing wealth that are stated in law. As noted below, Options 3, 4, and 5 require voter ap-proval. The most commonly used are options 3 and 4. If the district is to choose Option 3 or 4, both options must receive voter approval at an election called for this purpose.

Option 1: Voluntary consolidationOption 2: Voluntary detachment of

propertyOption 3: Send recapture to state

(requires voter approval)Option 4: Send recapture to anoth-

er district (requires voter approval)Option 5: Tax base consolidation

(requires voter approval)As the names suggest, M&O taxes

can be used for maintenance purpos-es (teacher salaries, educational ma-terials, food service, etc.) while I&S taxes may only be used to pay debt service on bonds approved by voters for capital projects (school buildings, buses, etc.). By state law, M&O taxes for GISD are capped at $0.97 per $100 of assessed valuation.

However, I&S tax revenues are NOT subject to redistribution by the state. As a result, if approved by the voters, GISD plans to roll as many projects as possible that would nor-mally be paid for with M&O taxes (school buses, technology upgrades, etc.) into the bond program. Projects that are so included with the bond program will be paid for with I&S tax dollars as opposed to M&O tax dol-lars. In this way, GISD can keep 100% of local tax dollars levied for the proj-ects here in GISD instead of sharing a portion of those dollars with the state.

More information regarding the election will be provided in the near future. Remember to take care of yourselves, your families and your friends. Encourage your children to read every day as we continue on our vision of Excellence for All!

Superintendent’s Letter

Dr. Kimberly Strozier is superintendent of Gonzales ISD.

Dr. KimStrozier

The Annual Staton Re-union was held at the Gonzales V.F.W. Hall on Sunday, July 14. There were approximately 75 people in attendance. Hostesses this year were Roy and Kellie Staton along with David (Breeze) and Dorothy Gast.

A meal of barbecued pork steaks, sausage, cow-

boy potatoes, potato salad, green bean casserole, mac-aroni and cheese, broccoli, cheese and rice casserole, bread, tea, and lemon-ade were prepared by the hostesses. Desserts were brought by family mem-bers.

After the meal a short business meeting was held.

Prizes were given to the following: the youngest in attendance was Ame-lia Leggett; oldest person present was Mrs. Donald (Billie) Howell; newlyweds, Michael and Angela Wob-be; longest married, Mr.

and Mrs. Richard Crow; traveling the most distance was Colin Bank and Vivi-anne Wolverton from Vir-ginia Beach, Virgina.

There were items brought to be auctioned off and the lucky winners were Daniel

Tomas, a game table made by Woody Staton. A set of Staton Reunion Dominoes donated by Bo Jensen and the highest bidder was Roy Staton.

Next year’s hostess will be Roy Staton and his crew.

The Gonzales County Retired Teachers Associa-tion met in May at Cafe on the Square. Following the meal, Cheryl Meadows be-gan the Memorial Service for William Bryan Glass, Sr., June Hammerness, and Marilyn Eileen Pierpont was held. An ode, “What Makes Some People Be-come Teachers?” written by Gerldine Brooks was read. Several family members were in attendance and af-ter the closing prayer they each received a carnation.

Following the pledges to the American and Tex-as flags, the meeting was opened. Members were asked to volunteer to be on one of the following com-mittees: Legislative, In-formative and Protective,

Retirement Education, and Local Unit. Marian Hayes is Chairperson of the Audit Committee. Dues collected were sent to TRTA in June and additional dues col-lected will be sent monthly.

Tim Lee’s Inside Line stated thanks to over 15,000 e-mails and numer-ous phone calls to the leg-islators about the passage of the COLA (Cost of Living) for retired school person-nel. It is expected to start in September.

On July 29th. a meeting will be held at First Bap-tist to plan programs for the coming year. Members were reminded that “school personnel” includes any retired person—not just teachers. Come and meet with us. Our voice is im-portant to many. The next meeting will be September 17, 2013.

The Kingsbury Volun-teer Fire Department will hold its Annual Bar-B-Q and Auction on Saturday, July 27 at the Kingsbury Fire Station, located at the intersection of US Hwy 90

and FM 1104.There will be great food,

good fun, a raffle drawing, and live and silent auctions. There will also be enter-tainment for the kids and plenty of cold drinks for

everybody. Dinner plates will be

served from 5:30-9 p.m. Adult plates are $7 and child plates are $6. Finish the night up with a dance under the stars featuring

the music of Clint Taft and the Buck Wild Band.

The Kingsbury Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary is looking for donations of homemade jams & jel-lies, canned veggies, plants,

and arts & crafts gift items for the Country Store area. They also need donations of pies, cakes, cookies, home-made bread, cakes, and cof-fee cakes for the bake sale.

Any items may be taken to the Kingsbury Fire Sta-tion any time after 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 27.

Kingsbury VFD barbecue slated Saturday

Annual Staton Reunion held at Gonzales VFW Hall

Retired Teachers meetBy CONNIE KRIDLER

Special to The Cannon


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Assemblies of GodGonzales Family Church Assembly of God320 St. Andrew

First Assembly of God509 E. 3rd St. Nixon

New Life Assembly of GodCorner of Church St. & Jessie Smith St. Gonzales

Baha’i FaithBaha’i Faith621 St. George St. Gonzales

BaptistClark Baptist ChurchF.M. 794, Gonzales

County Baptist Church Hwy. 87 Smiley

Eastside Baptist ChurchSeydler Street, Gonzales

Elm Grove Baptist Church4337 FM 1115Waelder, Texas 78959

First Baptist Church 422 St. Paul, Gonzales

First Baptist Church403 N Texas Nixon

First Baptist ChurchHwy 108 N Smiley

First Baptist Church406 N Ave E Waelder

Greater Palestine Baptist ChurchS of 90-A (sign on Hwy 80)

Greater Rising StarBaptist Church3rd Ave S of Hwy 87 Nixon

Harwood Baptist Church North of Post Office

Iglesia BautistaMacedonia201 S Congress Nixon

Iglesia Bautista MemorialHwy 97 Waelder

Leesville Baptist ChurchE. of Hwy 80 on CR 121

Memorial Heights Baptist Church1330 College Gonzales

Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church100 Capes Gonzales

Oak Valley Baptist ChurchHwy. 97 Bebe

Old Moulton Baptist Church2287 FM 1680, Moulton

Primitive Baptist Church1121 N. College Gonzales

Providence Missionary Baptist Church1020 St. Andrew Gonzales

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Stratton Primitive BaptistFM 1447 9 miles east of Cuero

St. James Baptist ChurchHwy 80- North of Belmont

Saint Paul Baptist ChurchSE 2nd St. Waelder

Shiner Baptist ChurchAvenue F and 15th Street, Shiner

Union Lea Baptist ChurchSt. Andrew St. Gonzales

Union Valley Baptist ChurchFM 1681 NW of Nixon

CatholicSt. James Catholic Church417 N. College, Gonzales

Sacred Heart Catholic ChurchSt. John St. Gonzales

St. Joseph Catholic Church207 S. Washington, Nixon

St Patrick Catholic Church in Waelder613 Highway 90 East Waelder

St. Phillip Catholic Church Hwy 87 Smiley

ChristianFirst Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)712 Crockett, Luling

Churches of ChristChurch of Christ1323 Seydler St. Gonzales

Church of Christ (Iglesia de Cristo)201 E. Second St. Nixon

Church of ChristE. 3rd & Texas, Nixon

Churches of GodCommunity Church of God1020 St. Louis, Gonzales

Gonzales Memorial Church of God in Christ1113 Hastings, Gonzales

New Way Church of God in Christ514 St. Andrew, Gonzales

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Full Gospel Church1426 Fisher, Gonzales

LutheranFirst Evangelical Lutheran1206 St. Joseph, Gonzales

Abiding Word Lutheran Church, LCMS1310 St. Louis

MethodistBelmont United MethodistHwy. 90-A

Dewville United MethodistWest of FM 1117 on CR 121

First United Methodist426 St. Paul, Gonzales

First United Methodist410 N. Franklin, Nixon

Flatonia United Methodist403 E North Main, Flatonia

Harris Chapel United MethodistS. Liberty St. Nixon

Harwood Methodist Church North 2nd and North Gonzales, Har-wood

Henson Chapel United Methodist1113 St. Andrew, Gonzales

Monthalia United MethodistCR 112 off 97

Smiley United Methodist1 blk S. of Hwy 87

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Webster Chapel A.M.E.1027 Church St. Gonzales

Non-DenominationalAgape Ministries512 St. James, Gonzales

Living Waters Fellowship Church605 Saint Joseph St. Gonzales

Bread of Life Ministries613 St. Joseph, Gonzales

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El Centro Cristiano “Agua Viva” of WaelderSun. Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.

Emmanuel Fellowship1817 St. Lawrence St. Gonzales

Encouraging Word Christian Fel-lowshipHwy. 80 in Leesville

Jesus Holy Ghost Temple1906 Hickston, Gonzales

Lighthouse Church of Our Lord1805 Weimar, Gonzales

New Life Temple for Jesus ChristBelmont, Corner of Hwy 466 & Hwy 80

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Obituaries

Juan G. Alvarez,1957-2013ALVAREZ

Mr. Juan G. Alvarez de-parted this life on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at The Texan Nursing Home in Gonza-les, Texas.

He was born to Ciriaco H. Alvarez and Juana G. Alvarez on January 14, 1957 in Waelder, Texas.

He was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waelder, Texas.

Juan was an outdoors person. He loved to do yard work, listen to the radio and watch funny movies.

He had a great sense of humor and cherished his friends to the fullest.

He was the kind of per-son who was young at heart and loved his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father; Ciriaco H. Alvarez, nephew; Da-vid (Guero) Ibarra III, and great-niece, Miriam Gon-zalez.

He leaves to cherish his memory; his loving mother, Juana G. Alvarez, two sis-ters; Mary Louise Mendoza (Manuel) of Idalou, Texas and Lupe Ibarra (David, Jr.) of Waelder, Texas; Niec-es, Veronica Nieto (Rick) of Waelder, Texas, Can-dida Gonzalez (Ramiro, Jr.) of Waelder, Texas and Regina Pavlica (Darren) of Bastrop, Texas; neph-ews, Manuel Mendoza, Jr. (Apryl) of Idalou, Christo-pher Mendoza (Dahlia) of Idalou and Matthew Ibarra (Brandy) of Waelder; great nieces and great nephews, Lauren, Rachel, and Mav-erick; Veronica and Emmy, Isabel, Robbie, and Briana, Savannah, Christopher, Jr. and Julian, Jessie Marie, Sara and Ashlyn.A host of aunts, uncles, cousins and a numerous amount of friends.

Services entrusted to the professional care of Harris Funeral Home, 127 High-way 90A, Gonzales, Texas 78629, 830-672-1075, toll free, 1-866-672-1075.

John Fletcher Johnson,1931-2013

JOHNSONJohn Fletcher Johnson,

82, was born in Gonza-les on March 29, 1931 to W.T. and Mayme Gunn Johnson. He died at home surround by his family on July 20, 2013. Fletcher be-gan his lifetime of achieve-ments his senior year at Gonzales High School where he was named Best All Around Athlete. In 1947 at the age of 16, he joined the 36th Division of the Texas National Guard. During his 22 years of ser-vice he served as company commander of the Gonza-les Unit and upon his re-tirement held the rank of Major. He attended Texas A & M University where he excelled in pole vault-ing. In 1950 he returned to Gonzales to run the family ranch and on November 25 of 1950, Fletcher mar-ried the love of his life Jane Gray Gibson in the Gonza-les First United Methodist Church.

In 1958 the local Hum-ble Oil facility became available and he purchased it and operated with 3 em-ployees. In 1985 he built his first convenience store and Tiger Tote was born. There are now 22 stores and 5 bulk plants with over 500 employees.

Fletcher’s first and true career was his ranch – the Cinco J. It was his one and only “hobby.” In 1998 Fletcher received the Out-standing Rancher Award from the Gonzales County

Soil and Water Conserva-tion District. He and his wife have twice restored the historic Braches Home that sits on the ranch.

Always a generous sup-porter of the First United Methodist Church, the livestock show, Fire De-partment, EMS, Memo-rial Hospital and Relay for Life, Fletcher was proud of his country, his state and his hometown.

His family, friends and employees will always remember his motto – “MAKE IT HAPPEN!”

Fletcher leaves behind his wife of 62 years, Jane Gibson Johnson, three daughters, Ellen John-son of New Braunfels, Judy Gipson and husband Randy of Bryan, and Ja-net Burke and husband Mike of Seguin, three grandsons, Jeffrey Mills, Garrett and Tanner Hale, great-grandson, Kohen Mills, brother, W.G. “Bill” Johnson and wife Bobbie of Corsicana, sisters, Dor-othy Springs and husband Al of Austin and Ruby Lindeman of Seguin. He is further survived by a sister-in-law, and brother-in-law, Suzanne and Hardy Hamm and brother-in-law, Charles Gibson all of Winnsboro, Texas and 13 nieces and nephews.

Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Andy Smith offici-ating. Interment followed at the Johnson Family Cemetery at the Braches House. Pallbearers includ-ed: Cleven Englehardt. G.W. Hamman, Glenn Boenisch, Jay Tinsley, Jose Jimenez, Larry George, Norman Burns, Ray Han-sen, and Vic Brown. Hon-orary pallbearers included: Employees of Johnson Oil Company and Tiger Tote, His “Angels” (caregivers) Jim Russell, Allen Jentsch, Billy Schomburg, Doyle Sullivant, Jake Stinson, John Whiteside, Jason Wilke, James McLeod, Judy Claypool, Nancy Doebbler, Paul Thistle-waite and Tim Decker. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to the Gonzales

County EMS and the First United Methodist Church of Gonzales. The fam-ily received friends prior to the service Wednesday in the narthex of the First United Methodist Church. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home.

CAMARILLO

Juan Camarillo, 88, of Gonzales, Texas passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at Metropolitan Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

Funeral Mass is under the direction of Buffington Funeral Home in Gonza-les, Texas and were held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gonza-les, Texas with Father Paul Raaz officiating. Interment will follow at Saint James Catholic Cemetery in Gon-zales, Texas. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, July 22, 2013 at 7:00 pm at Buff-ington Funeral Home in Gonzales, Texas.

Juan was born Febuary 8, 1925 in Gonzales, Texas. He was the son of Atilano and Gabriela (Zamaripa) Camarillo. Juan enjoyed fishing and taking care of his yard and flower garden. Juan also enjoyed working in his vegetable garden and giving the excess vegetables to family and friends. He was always ready to visit with friends and family.

Juan is survived by nu-merous nieces and neph-ews. He was preceeded in death by his parents; Atilano and Gabriela Ca-marillo, three brothers; As-cencion Camarillo, Pablo Camarillo, Anselimo Ca-marillo, five sisters; Cris-tina Camarillo, Gregoria Camarillo, Concepcion Es-parza, Antonia Ortiz, and Maria Martiez.

The family request me-morials to: American Dia-betes Association / 1100 NE Loop 410 #110 / San Antonio, Texas 78209

Community CalendarE-Mail Your local information to: newseditor@gonzalescan-

Royal AmbassadorsMemorial Heights Baptist Church at 1330 College St. is begin-

ning a Royal Ambassador Program. This is an exciting program that offers Biblical truth in a fun and interesting atmosphere. Boys will learn Christian character along with sports, camping, and oth-er hands on activities. A get acquainted hot dog supper is sched-uled for 7:00 pm Friday July 26. Come and learn more!

Southern GospelNumerous local and out-of-town groups will be performing

Southern Gospel and Country Gospel selections at the First Bap-tist Church in Smiley on Saturday, July 27th, 2013, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Bring your guitar or other instrument and share your talent. There is no admission charge for this evening of entertain-ment. A pot luck dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Church’s Fel-lowship Hall.

Malatek reunionThe annual Malatek Reunion will be held at the Elks Lodge in

Gonzales on July 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. $2.00 at the door. Lunch at 12:00 noon, auction at 1:15. Fish Pond for children. Bring item for auction and a dessert. Please RSVP by July 15, 2013. Call: 830-437-2813 or 830-263-2763.

Beran ReunionThe 24th Beran Reunion will be held on August 11, 2013 at the

St. Joseph Parish Hall in Moulton, Texas. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. Dinner will be served at noon. Each family is asked to bring 1 side (dressing, vegetable, salad or desert). Fried chicken will be provided. Please be sure to invite your immediate family. If you wish, please bring an item for the auction, adult door prize, or child door prize. Please RSVP no later than July 28 to: Geor-gie Wagner at (361)596-4509, Ann Kalisek at (361)596-7049 or (361)798-8686 cell or Vince Kalisek at email [email protected].

School of DanceThe registration for the 2013-2014 Gonzales Hermann Sons

School of Dance has been scheduled for Thursday, August 8, 2013 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm at the Hermann Sons Hall in Gonzales. At the time of registration, proof of membership must be shown and a registration fee will be due. Students must be of proper age 3 through 17 on or before September 1, 2013. Classes will be set af-ter registration. If you are interested in enrolling your child please contact Roberta at 830-203-9918, Sylvia at 830-857-3762 or Tina T. at 830-857-6418 or Tina G. at 830 857-1332.

Hospital AuxiliaryThe Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital will meet at 2 p.m. on Tues-

day, July 30 in the hospital dining room for their monthly meeting. The 2013-2014 yearbooks will be available. Anyone interested

in joining the Auxiliary may contact Kennon Brunkenhoefer at 830-672-3096 or any member.

Ice Cream SocialThe Thompsonville Ladies Club will host their annual Ice Cream

Social on Saturday, August 3 at 6 p.m. at the Thompsonville Com-munity Center, located on County Road 423 off U.S. Highway 90.

There will be a variety of homemade ice cream and other des-serts available. Donations will be accepted and the monies will be used for scholarships for area youth.

Moulton ReunionThe Moulton High School Reunion for all classes will be held

on October 19, 2013 at the KC Hall in Moulton. Registration and visiting will begin at 2 p.m. Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a short meeting. A dance will follow from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. with music by the Red Ravens. A fee of $12.50 per person includes a catered meal and dance.

The classes of 1961, 1962 and 1963 will be honored as they have or are celebrating their 50th anniversary since the last reunion.

Graduating classes through the class of 1976 will receive writ-ten invitations in mid-August--but the reunion is for anyone and everyone who ever attended Moulton High School.

Those who need to provide a new address or those not iden-tified to receive a written invitation or need more infotmation should contact Dennis Ellinghausen (361-596-7721) or e-mail [email protected] or Tony Janak (361-596-8185). The Last re-union was held in 2010.

N-S registrationRegistration for all Nixon-Smiley students will be Tuesday, July 30th from 10:00-

6:00 and Wednesday, July 31st from 8:30-4:00. Parents of new students registering in the district need to bring student birth certificate, SS card, and current shot re-cord along with the parent’s ID. Returning NS students need to bring updated shot records. All students on all campuses (elementary, middle school, and high school) must register.

American LegionThe Gonzales American Legion Post #40 will hold their regular monthly meeting

on Thursday, August 1, 6:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall. All members and prospective members are urged to attend.

Helping HandsIf you are in need of a meal, Helping Hands, a non-profit, multi-church ministry

would like to bless you with a free lunch. Meals will be distributed Saturday, July 27th , beginning at 11 a.m. in the GCAM parking lot located at 708 St. Louis Street. Volun-teers and donations are welcome. Contact Linda or Gary at 361-275-1216.

Band Director ReceptionThe community, band parents and students are invited and encouraged to attend

a welcome reception at 6pm on Friday, July 26 at the Gonzales High School Band Hall for Ramon Parker, head Band Director and Mrs. Dana Parker, 5th/6th grade Band Director. For more info contact Granella Hendricks, 437-2036.

GONZALES – The Gon-zales High School Summer Track and Field program had 13 athletes qualify for the Texas Athletic Amateur Federation (TAAF) Games of Texas State Track Meet in Corpus Christi, which is scheduled for today through Monday.

The athletes took part in a qualifier meet July 12 in

Round Rock and advanced to the state meet by placing in the top three of an event.

“This was an outstand-ing first summer with all these kids,” said GISD summer track coach Cully Doyle. “There have been several kids participating in the Summer Track pro-gram this year and work-ing on different events. We have also had Cross Coun-try practice all summer long.”

Mirsaydes Castillo, Stephanie Martinez, Sa-mantha Barnick and Caitlyn Blundell com-peted in the 10 and Under 1,600-Meter Relay, coming in second with team time of 5:41.

Martinez also competed in the Shot Put, taking first place with a throw of 21-11. Blundell was first in the 1600 with a time of 6:43.42, Barnick was third in the High Jump with 3-2

and was clocked in the 800 at 3:08.84 for second. Blundell placed third in the 800 at 3:18.63

Trey Hutchins was run-ner-up in the Boys 8 and Under Long Jump with 8-5. Kylee Watson finished third in the Girls 8 and Under 800 with a time of 3:38.61. Haley Garza was first in the Girls 14 and Un-der 800 in 2:42.60.

Kendall Fougerat was second in the 16 and Under

Long Jump with 15-0 and third in the Triple Jump with 27-0. She was sixth in the 300 hurdles in 54.13.

Molly Barnick took sec-ond in the High Jump with 4-10, was fifth in the Long Jump with 12-5 and was seventh in the 100 in 20.64. Ericka Hernandez was first in the Shot Put with 38-4 and in the Discus with 98-11.

Hannah Lorton finished the Girls 18 and Under

1600 in 8:20 for a first-place finish and ran in the 200. Lorton was fifth in the 400 in 1:18.13.

Reagan Luce was second in the 300 Hurdles in 48.21, fourth in the 100 Hurdles in the 16.22, second in the Long Jump in 16-5 and second in the High Jump (5-0).

Andi Theis came in third in the Triple Jump with 31-9 and was fourth in the

Tremaine Allen is ready to compete among the top track and field athletes from around the country.

The recent graduate of San Antonio Wagner High School and son of Lamont Allen of Gonzales will take part in the Amateur Ath-letic Union (AAU) Junior Olympics July 24 to Aug. 3 in Detroit, Mich. The track and field events will take place July 28-Aug. 3 at East-ern Michigan University’s Rynearson Stadium.

Allen said he is looking forward to the event.

“It feels good to be one of the best athletes in the country,” he said.

Allen will run a leg in the 400-Meter Relay and is also slated to run the 100 and 200 dashes. He said he just wants to do his role well to help the team effort.

“I want to help give my team the advantage to be the best in the nation,” he said.

Allen simply wants to

sprint to his full potential in the 200.

“I plan on going out there and giving it my all,” he said.

The key to Allen’s success in the 100 will be motiva-tion, and applying experi-ence and knowledge of the event.

“It will basically come down to me using every-thing I have been taught,” he said. “How much I want to win will also play a role.”

Allen is an experienced athlete at the Junior Olym-pics, having qualified for several years in a row.

“I have gained the experi-ence. I just need to go out and execute,” Allen said. “I want to show that I am one of the top track athletes in the nation.”

Track and field has been a part of Allen’s life has been since he was in the third grade.

“I’ve run the 400 Re-lay, 100 and 200,” he said. “Sometimes, I run in the 1600 Relay.”

Allen has had a success-

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7-on-7 StateTourney

The Yoakum Bulldogs competed at the State 7-on-7 Tournament July 11-12 in Leander. Pictured is Yoa-kum’s Miguel Resendiz (left) trying to make a play on defense. See story on page B3. (Courtesy photo)

ful career on the Wagner team, having a couple of ap-pearances in the UIL State Track and Field Champion-ships. At the 2013 meet, Al-len, along with teammates DeAnthony Lee, Robert Gardner and Isiah Lee, came in sixth place in the boys 5A 400 Relay with a to-tal time of 41.66.

“I finished my high school career on a good note,” he said.

Allen said he plans to continue competing in track and field when he starts col-lege next month.

“I will be doing the 100 and 200 when I attend Texas State,” Allen said. “I might run a relay.”

He plans to transfer to Texas A&M in College Sta-tion after a year or two at Texas State and compete in the same events.

Several area players were recently named to the Col-lin Street Bakery/Texas Sports Writer’s Association All-State Baseball Team in their classification.

In Class 2A, senior pitch-er-second baseman Rea-gan McAda, who led Hal-lettsville to a baseball state championship, was named the Player of the Year and First Team at pitcher.

McAda was 10-0 with a 1.21 earned run average. He had 101 strikeouts in 81 innings and also batted .354 with 37 runs batted in.

Brahmas head coach Calvin Cook was chosen as Coach of the Year. Hal-lettsville senior Will Wal-lace was named First Team First Baseman and his classmate Carson Schindler was named as First Team Shortstop.

Hallettsville senior Chris Jones was selected as First Team Outfielder. Jones also got an Honorable Mention as a Pitcher and McAda was named Honorable Mention as a Second Baseman.

In Class 1A, Flatonia ju-nior Will Bruns was named Third Team Catcher and sophomore Marcus Mica was chosen as Third Team Designated Hitter. Mica also received as Honorable Mention as a Pitcher.

Shiner senior Brady Ce-jka was named Honorable Mention at Shortstop and junior Jacob Stafford made the Honorable Mention list as a Outfielder.

Gonzales JH cheerleader

drawingThe Gonzales Junior

High Cheerleaders are do-ing a “WE’VE GOT SPIR-IT” drawing.

All tickets are $3 and there are tons of prizes to win. To enter, just locate a junior high cheerleader or you can find someone to help you at the school for your chance to win.

The cheerleaders would like to thank BZ’s Country Petals, The Christian Fami-

ly, Atkinsons Pizza, Gonza-les Healthcare, Licorice and Lemon Drops, China Bas-ket, Person’s Flower Shop, Dairy Queen, Guerra’s, Storey’s Jewelry,Gonzales Wholesale Nursery, Jane Kifer, Wal-Mart, Double Arrow Bow Hunting, Trac-tor Supply and Bealls for the donations.

Moulton Jamboree 5K Run/Walk

The 2013 Moulton Jam-boree 5K Run/Walk and Kids Jam Race will be at 7:30 a.m. July 27 behind TK Kloesel Fit personal training and Kloesel Con-struction, located at 212 W. Moore Avenue.

Registration will be at 7 a.m. and the Kid’s quarter-mile jam race will be at 8:15.

Fee is $25 and the kid’s race fee is $10.

For more information, contact Tara Kloesel at [email protected] or at 979-450-3519.

GHS football season tickets

Starting Monday, July 29, Gonzales High School var-sity football season ticket holders from 2012 will be able to pick up their tickets they had last year.

You will have until 4 p.m. Friday, August 16 to get your tickets. All tickets not picked up will be sold to the public starting Monday, August 19.

Price of varsity football season tickets has changed. They will be $5 per game, $25 for all five games. All tickets sold at the gate will

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ALLEN: Recently concluded an outstanding high school track career

Continued from page B1

Tremaine Allen (right) hands off to a teammate during a recent track meet. Al-len, who is the son of Lamont Allen of Gonzales, will compete at the AAU Junior Olympics this week in Michigan. (Courtesy photo)

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400 in 1:10.20. She placed fourth in the 100 in 14.53.

In other action, Watson was No. 11 in the 200 in 42.05 and eighth in the 400 with a time of 1:35.23.

Castillo was sixth in the Shot Put with 13-9 ½. Jas-min Steemer was No. 10 in the Girls 14 and Under 100 in 15.22 and she was sixth in the 400 with 1:16.50.

Hannah Rowland was sixth in the Girls 14 and Under 100 in 22.07 and fourth in the 300 in 59.98

and took part in the High Jump. She placed No. 11 in the Long Jump in 11-4. Taylor McCollum was fifth in the Girls 16 and Under 800 with a time of 3:03.41 and sixth in the 100 in 19.83. She was eighth in the 300 Hurdles in 57.93 and took part in the High Jump.

Fougerat was fifth in the 1600 in 8:13.00. Hutchins came in No. 16 in 1:47.99 in the 400 and placed sev-enth in the 800 with a time of 3:41.43.

“All of this was totally voluntary however the kids

understood that if they want to get better they will show up,” said Doyle.

“I enjoy working with kids and I understand that the summer time is where you get better than every-one else. I appreciate the support of the athletes and the parents of the athletes.”

According to Doyle, over 100 kids attended workouts at the start of the summer, with the athletes 12 and Under getting to compete in three local meets.


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The team (above) of Ralph Aquirre, Bo Davis, Ricky Walker, Ryan Lee, Todd Strand and Jim Cannan came in first place at the Wednesday Night Scramble held July 10 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales. The members of the second place team (below) were Josh Soto, Ryan Atkinson, DeAnn Atkinson, Chris Patek and Wesley Patek. (Courtesy photos)

The team (above) of Brian Mitchell, Dale Holcomb, Cody Price, Craig Fric and Roy Staton came in first place at the Wednesday Night Scramble held July 17 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales. The members of the second place team (below) were Darrell Kifer, Gary Schroeder, Zach Lopez, Zach Markovsky and Kyle Condell. (Courtesy photos)

Wednesday NightScramble Winners

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2 Boat & 6 Person Limit Per TeamGonzales, Guadalupe, Caldwell & Lavaca County

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Heavy Stringer ContestMaximum Fish: 2 Yellow, 2 Blue & 2 Channel

Weigh In On Saturday, July 27th at Elk’s Lodge from 1-2pm!

1st Place: Trophy & 6 Ribeye Steak Dinners @ Elks Lodge2nd Place: Trophy & 4 Ribeye Steak Dinners @ Elks Lodge3rd Place: Trophy & 2 Ribeye Steak Dinners @ Elks Lodge

Double Jackpot Contest!Biggest Catch

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There will be a meal of chicken fried steak and sides starting at 11am on Saturday. Each team will receive 6 meal tickets with their registration.

For more information or questions, contact the Gonzales Elk’s Lodge after 5pm on Tuesday through Saturday.

You could also contact John DuBose Jr @ 830-491-1011 or Cathy DuBose @ 830-491-1405

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Yoakum plays in state 7-on-7 tournamentCannon News Services

LEANDER – The Yoa-kum 7-on-7 football team competed at the State 7-on-7 Division II Champion-ships in Leander July 11-12, picking up just one victory in pool play.

Yoakum opened pool play on Thursday with a 47-26 win over Crandall before falling to eventual pool champion College Station, 49-21. In the final contest on Thursday, Yoa-kum dropped a tough 46-38 decision to Bangs.

College Station (3-0) and Bangs (2-1) finished first and second to advance to the Championship Bracket, while Yoakum (1-2) and Crandall (0-3) finished third and fourth to advance to Friday’s Consolation Bracket.

In the first game Friday morning, Yoakum was dealt a tough 34-33 loss to Iraan to get eliminated from the tournament. Iraan went on to win its next two games over Crane (40-28) and Crockett (34-33) be-fore falling to Carthage in the semifinals, 26-12.

Carthage went on to defeat McGregor in the Consolation final, 46-20. Graham defeated Argyle, 33-31, to claim the Division II Championship Bracket title.

“Other than one game, we were right there and just couldn’t pull out those close games,” Coach Mike Mc-Cracken said. “We battled and competed and that’s re-ally all you can ask for.”

“True, we didn’t like the results, but we didn’t roll over and give up. The kids

learned a lot during 7-on-7 this season and I think they’ll roll that over into football this fall and have a very successful season.”

Team members from Yoakum who competed at state were: Travious Hights, Miguel Resendiz, Jared Garza, Tyler Kornegay, Jor-dan Hall-Moore, Terrance Hall, Joshua Hall-Moore, T.J. Hights, Karl Kaiser, Chase Hermes, Devin Plis-ko, Casey Morrow, Glenn Love, David Pecina, Alton Dilworth and DaQuan White. Coaches were: Mike McCracken, Blake McCracken, Larry West, Covey Morrow and Alvin Gomez.

All players were outfit-ted by Adidas and received two jerseys, shorts, cleats, socks, gloves, arm bands, head band and back packs.

Chase Hermes of Yoakum attempts to complete a pass during the Texas State 7-on-7 Division II Championships. The Bulldogs were eliminated after losing their first game in the Consolation Bracket to Iraan. (Courtesy photo)

be $6.This year, tickets may

be picked up at the new Apache Fieldhouse, lo-cated at 1546 Seydler (on the Gonzales High School campus by the track). Tick-ets are to be purchased from 8 a.m. to noon, and from 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you do

not wish to purchase your tickets, please call athletic secretary Anita Dement at 830-672-6641.

If the fieldhouse has not been notified by 4 p.m. Fri-day, August 16, it will be understood that you do not want your tickets.

If you are not a season ticket holder but would like to purchase some, the tick-ets will be available starting

Monday, August 19. You will have to purchase all five tickets for the home games to get the price break. Sale of season tickets will end at 4 p.m. Friday, August 23.

No season tickets can be sold after tickets go on sell at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sep-tember 3 for the first home game of the season on Fri-day, September 6.


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A group of Gonzales summer track athletes will compete in the Texas Ama-teur Athletic Federation (TAAF) Games of Texas meet, starting today in Corpus Christi. Pictured are Hannah Lorton, Kendall Fougerat, Molly Barnick, Saman-tha Barnick, Haley Garza, Stephanie Martinez, Mirsaydes Castillo, Trey Hutchins and Caitlyn Blundell. Not shown are Erika Hernandez, Reagan Luce, Andi Theis and Kylee Watson. See story on page B1. (Photo by Mark Lube)

State Bound

Josie Stowers goes up for the ball while Coach Sarah Moreno looks on during the first day of Gonzales High School’s Volleyball Camp on Mon-day. The camp, which concluded today, was held for incoming grades 4-9 and taught funda-mental volleyball skills as well as both offensive and defensive team strat-egies. (Photo by Mark Lube)

GHS Volleyball CampJared Garza (5) makes a tag during play at the Texas State 7-on-7 Division II Championships in Leander. (Courtesy photo)


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Bidding Requirements, Contract Forms and Conditions of the ContractINVITATION FOR BIDS

Section 00020Following is a summary of information for this Project. Bidder is cautioned to refer to other sec-tions of the Project Manual, Drawings and Addenda (Bid Documents) for further details.

The City of Gonzales, hereafter called OWNER, is requesting sealed written Bids for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, incidentals and performing all Work required for the following Project:

City of Gonzales Water Treatment Plant Filter ImprovementsLocated at: Gonzales, Texas The Work consists of the replacement of 5 pressurized filter banks with one 85’ x 50’ gravity filter system, settled water pump station, and backwash supply pump station. Work shall include all necessary yard piping improvements, including piping reconfiguration at settling basins, upflow clarifier and backwash waste tank. Work will require a phased approach to pressure filter demoli-tion in order to maintain 60% of plant production capacity throughout all stages of construction.

Bid Documents may be purchased at LNV, Inc. 1101 S. Cap of TX Hwy. Suite C220 upon a pay-ment of $50.00 for each set of Bid Documents. Check shall be made payable to LNV, Inc.

Sealed Bids will be received at Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, TX 78629, and then publicly opened and read aloud.

ALL BIDS ARE DUE PRIOR TO (Local time) Friday, August 23, 2013 2:00 pm.

BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT (Local time) Friday, August 23, 2013 2:00 pm.

ALL BIDS NOT RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE DATE AND TIME SET FORTH ABOVE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR CONSIDERATION.

All Bids shall be accompanied by an acceptable Bid guaranty in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total Bid, as specified in Section 00100, Instructions to Bidders.

Performance and payment bonds when required shall be executed on forms furnished by OWN-ER. Each bond shall be issued in an amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Amount by a solvent corporate surety company authorized to do business in the State of Texas, and shall meet any other requirements established by law or by OWNER pursuant to applicable law.

Minimum insurance requirements are specified in Section 00810, Supplemental General Condi-tions.

Minimum wage rates have been established and are specified in Section 00830, Wage Rates and Payroll Reporting.

Contract Time is of the essence and all Work shall be substantially completed within 300 Calen-dar Days after date specified in the Notice to Proceed, in accordance with the Bid Form, Section 00300. Final completion shall be achieved within 30 Calendar Days after substantial completion. Liquidated damages are $800 per Calendar Day for failure to substantially complete the work and $1,000 per Calendar Day for failure to achieve final completion within 30 Calendar Days after substantial completion, in accordance with the Bid Form, Section 00300.

OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and to waive any minor informality in any Bid or solicitation procedure (a minor informality is one that does not affect the competitiveness of the Bid).

A mandatory Pre-Bid Conference and the water plant site visit will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 10:00 am (Local time) at 820 St. Joseph Street, Gonzales, TX 78629 Bidders are REQUIRED to attend the Pre-Bid Conference to ensure their understanding of Own-er’s bidding and contracting requirements.

The persons listed below may be contacted for information regarding the Invitation for Bid.

AUTHORIZED CONTACT PERSONS

PROJECT MANAGER: Victor Booth, P.E. Telephone: (512) 381-8333 email: [email protected] PROJECT ENGINEER: James McDonald, P.E. Telephone: (512) 381-8333 email: [email protected]

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICECITY OF GONZALES

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council of the City of Gonzales, by this instrument, notifies the public of a PUBLIC HEARING on the following project that has been presented to the City Council for their consideration:

PUBLIC HEARING regarding the proposed budget for use of City Funds for the Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2013 and ending September 30, 2014.

The City Council will hold a Public Hearing August 6, 2013 at the Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph St., to allow for public comment on this project. After consideration and the Public Hearing, the Budget will go to City Council for their approval.

The City Council encourages citizens to participate in the public com-ment and public hearing stages of all City Council projects. Citizens unable to attend meetings may submit their views to Kristina Vega, City Secretary for the City of Gonzales, by mailing them to P.O. Drawer 547, Gonzales, TX 78629. For additional information, contact the City Sec-retary office at (830)-672-2815.

I certify that a copy of the August 6, 2013, Notice of Public Hearing was posted on the City Municipal Building bulletin board on the 24th day of July 2013, at 3:00 p.m. and remained posted continuously for at least 72 hours proceeding the scheduled time of the meeting.

_________________________________Kristina Vega, City Secretary

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1800’S 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. 361-741-2604.-------------------------For Sale: ORGANIC EGGS. Free Range chickens. $2.00 dozen. Will deliver to Gonzales week-ly. 830-540-3536.-------------------------Large shower chair. 19” color TV w/stand, stand has rollers. 857-8090.-------------------------2 Lounge Chairs, 6 ft. tall head-board, bed frame, oak dining table, antique egg incu-bator, entertain-ment center, lamp stand w/drawers, booth dining ta-ble, planter boxes. 361-594-4307.-------------------------Large amount quality items. Ev-erything $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.-------------------------Used Dell Com-puter. Keyboard & Monitor. $250 cash. Call 512-917-4078.-------------------------FOR SALE Used cy-clone fencing and post. 1990 Dodge pick up with lift gate. Can be seen at GHA 410 Vil-lage Dr. Gonzales, Texas. For informa-tion call Jeanette Conquestat 830-672-3419.-------------------------Upright piano for sale. Great for kids starting piano lessons. All keys works. Needs to be tuned. $100. Call 830-832-5965.-------------------------Unique BBQ Pit, Stagecoach. In-cludes Electric Ro-tisserie $275. Call 512-917-4078.-------------------------Stain Glass Win-dow, white tail deer. $275. 512-917-4078.

MESQUITE BBQ WOOD FOR SALE in Gonzales Coun-ty. All sizes and shapes, ready to use. (830) 672-6265.-------------------------Firewood: Pickup load is $60.00. If you haul. Deliv-ered is $85. Call: 830-540-4430.

5x5 round bales for sale. First cut-ting, net wrapped, fertilized with poultry litter.

Waelder area. 830-857-5446.

D4H Dozer. Serial Number S/N2AC-591, 6 way blade. EROPS with AC. Forrestry package on cab, engine enclosures. Rear Winch. $40,000 Firm. 830-540-4031.-------------------------For Sale: Farmall 504. $3,000. Work, 3 6 1 - 5 9 6 - 4 9 1 1 ; Home, 361-596-7494.-------------------------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 get-ting out of truck. Video on baleflip-per.com. $13,500. 512-565-5927.

Piano small up-right. Excellent condition. $500. Shiner, 361-594-2318.-------------------------S o u t h w e s t e r n Kingsize bed w/complete box-springs & mat-tresses. Good con-dition, washer/dryer, never been used, Whirlpool, High table, ce-ramic, w/4 chairs. Loveseat, leather, brown, 3 tv’s, 19”, 25” and 32”, color, white microwave cart with 2 draw-ers on bottom, recliner, leather, new conventional toaster, broiler. 830-203-8977, text or call.-------------------------3” latex mattress topper. Queen size. Like new, paid $300, asking $150. 512-921-2792.-------------------------Hospital electric bed, extra long mattress, excellent shape, all works. $125. Most come move it. Jimmy, 830-263-4126.-------------------------Dresser, $50. Couch, $75, good shape. 1725 Sey-dler St. #26. Betty, 830-857-4125.-------------------------Large Oak desk w/glass topper and large wooded desk. 830-672-3626.-------------------------New Sofa for Sale. $400. Call 830-875-9422, Luling.-------------------------Couch, dresser, buffet. $50 each. Call 830-263-1181.-------------------------7 pc. dinette, $95; coffee and end table, $75; Rolla-way Bed, $35; 37” TV, $15; 2 office receptionist chairs, couch, table, etc. 361-596-4096.

For Sale: 5 16” steel jeep rims, one with brand new Good-year Wrangler tire, P220R70/16. Will sell whole set for $135 . Or if you just

want the tire off the rim, tire will be $25. Call 830-203-9408.-------------------------‘98 GMC 3/4 ton, 4x4, auto., pickup truck, with extend-ed cab. 830-857-4242.-------------------------2004 Nissan Al-tima, 3.5, 6 cyl, AC, Auto trans., power, cruise, gray me-tallic w/gray inte-rior. One owner. $6,500. 830-540-3382.-------------------------2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummings Diesel Quad Cab with 5th wheel hitch, automatic, air, cruise & elec-tric windows & tow pkg. Runs good. Body good - no wrecks. $5,500 or best offer. 210-218-3796 or 830-540-3602.-------------------------2004 Infinity G35, 95,000 miles. Leather seats, sun-roof, great condi-tion, new tires. 512-775-4399.-------------------------5-13 inch tires for a race car. They are good for a dwarf car. Good tread, like brand new. $50 total. Call Brit-tany at 830-203-0762.-------------------------2005 CTS Cadil-lac, 4-door, V-6. Brand new tires and chrome wheels. $8,800 firm. Call 830-672-1106, leave message if no an-swer.-------------------------For sale: Merucry Grand Marquis. Me-tallic Jade Green Effect. 22 inch rims. C.D. Player. Runs great. $4,000. 830-203-8841. Thomas. Serious calls only.-------------------------1990 Chevrolet Cor-vette ZR1. Special Performance Coop. The LT5 engine is a 32 valve engine with a 16 fuel injec-tions and twin dou-ble over head cams. Call: 830-540-4430.-------------------------Car and truck rims for sale. 15” and 14” rims. Can be used on trailers, trucks or older cars up to 1980. 437-2232.-------------------------2006 Chevrolet Im-pala for sale. 4-door, V6 engine, a little over 17,000 miles. Silver. One owner. Asking $13,000. 830-672-3147.-------------------------1988 Saab 900 Tur-bo Coup Convert-ible. Top work but rebuilt clutch. Good buy. $800. 830-857-5927.-------------------------For Sale: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - $7,500. 2nd owner pickup with low miles, cold A/C, spray-in bed liner, grill guard, towing package and more! Call Lauren at (361) 648-5049 for more info.

2006 Solitaire. To be moved. Reduced to $38,500. Shiner. will

pay moving costs. For more informa-tion, 361-772-2453.-------------------------Cheaper in the Country - New Large Doublewide, 1530 sq. ft. deliv-ered, set, air, skirting only $49,900. Order yours today. Tier-raverdehomes.com. Fayette Country Homes, Schulen-burg, 800-369-6888. Open Sundays 1-6. (RBI 32896).-------------------------Repo’s - New paint and Carpet, large slectionof Double and Singlewides. Tierraverdehomes.com. Fayette Coun-try Homes, 800-369-6888. Open till 6pm - 7 days a week. Sunday 1-6. (RBI 32896).-------------------------2013 with frame mounted A/C, 16 wide, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. $34,900 delivered, set. Tier-raverdehomes.com. Fayette Country Homes, 830-369-6888. Open till 6pm - 7 days a week. Sun-day 1-6. (RBI 32896)-------------------------

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TODAY!We pay top dol-lar for trades! No money down! Sin-glewides, Double-wides, Triplewides, Park Models, Cedar Cabins! Call now 8 3 0 - 6 2 0 - 4 5 0 0 . RBI#36649.-------------------------3bedroom/2 bath-room singlewide available. $27,900. Call if in need of housing. 830-305-6926. RBI#36486.-------------------------OILFIELD HOUS-ING - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with washer and dryer, office spaces, must see to appreci-ate. 830-305-6926. RBI#36486.

For Rent : 3/2 mobile home in Waelder all appli-ances with CA&H. New flooring & ceiling through-out. Large parking area, oil field wel-come. Call: 830-672-0000. (8/1/13)-------------------------Roadrunner Mo-bile Home Park, 900 Old Shiner Rd., Yoakum. 3bedroom/1bath fully furnished mobile homes for rent. $775/month & $675 security deposit. 361-582-6593 or 361-798-0816.-------------------------For Sale or Lease. 3 BR Trailer House, 2 RV Spots. Leesville. 830-433-0603.-------------------------FOR RENT: 2bed, 1 bath trailer. New kitchen floor. For more information call Samantha at 830-857-5812.

Large private bed-room for rent. Weekly or month-ly, fully equipped kitchen, individual air & heat, fenced lighted parking, 32” color TV in room, cable in-cluded, ref.. in room, fully fur-nished, w/d in-cluded, utilities paid too, house cleaned once a week. Call for in-formation, 713-501-3416.-------------------------Room for rent for working person. 1BR/1BA. Quiet n e i g h b o r h o o d . Call 203-7146 after 4 p.m.

1BR Cottage. 1814 Sycamore. Avail-able now. Suit-able for 1 & 2 people or good for Oilfield work-ers. Furnished, all electric. Well insu-lated. $450/mo., $300 deposit. for appointment call Elisa DeLuna, 672-9011. Shown by appointment only.-------------------------In Gonzales - 2BR, 1 bath house on corner lot. Recent-ly painted, carpet, vinyl, paneling. All electric, insulated, hi-efficiency AC/Heat, ceiling fans, appliances, tub/shower, utility room, porch. $650 + deposit & refer-ences. No pets. 830-672-2227.-------------------------HOUSE FOR RENT: Must see!!! Charming 2BD/1BA remod-eled house located in country setting at 7102 FM 2091 North (Gonzales, Texas); Approx. 10 miles from Gonza-les. Spacious yard, shade trees, stove/microwave, glass-tiled backsplash, new laminate wood floors. Call (830) 672-3771 or (512) 938-9131.-------------------------

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4/3, 2 Living areas around Waelder Area. $800/depos-it, $1,300/month. Big yard, front & back. 830-399-5313.(05-30-13)-------------------------Brand new large 2/2 upscale duplex for rent in Gon-zales, includes all kitchen applianc-es, 1 car attached garage. No smok-ing, No pets. $35 application fee, $1,200 per month, $1,200 Security Deposit. Contact Monica with RE/MAX Professional Realty, 830-401-4123.-------------------------Brand new large 2/3 upscale two story duplex for rent in Gonzales with loft, office and fireplace, in-

cludes all kitchen appliances, 1 car attached garage. No smoking, No Pets. $35 applica-tion fee, $1,400 per month, $1,400 Security Deposit. Contact Monica with RE/MAX Pro-fessional Realty, 830-401-4123.-------------------------Cottages for Lease. Fully furnished cottages for rent in Gonzales, TX. Includes all furni-ture, flat screen TV, linens, kitchen items & appliances (full-size refrig-erator, range, mi-crowave, washer & 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 mas-ter suites. Perfect for oilfield execu-tive 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.-------------------------

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cluded, in coun-try. $100/nightly, Mon.-Fri. or $350/weekly. Week-end rates vary. No smokers. Call 830-857-0986 or 830-857-1418.


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CustodianWaelder ISD is seeking applicants for a Custodial position.

Applicants are encouraged to pick up an application at the Waelder ISD Central Office, 201 US Hwy 90 West, Waelder, or go on line at www.waelderisd.org & download an application. This position will remain open until filled.

WISD is EEOC compliant.

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Electrician: • Knowledge with VFD’s • Start and stop stations • Some PLC troubleshooting • Able to work with 3 phase • Refrigeration (Ammonia exp. a plus)

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DEPUTY TAX OFFICE CLERK NEEDED

The Gonzales County Tax Office is currently accepting applications for a Deputy Tax Clerk.Position requires:

Excellent customer service skills including excellent communication and writing skills

Ability to manage time effectively and accurately Be proficient in all Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Acrobat Be able to multi-task, handle high stress situations such as heavy workload in a

fast paced environment adhering to mandatory deadlines. Must be able to follow directions, research problems, make decisions, and work

well with others and the general public. Ability to operate office equipment such as copier, scanner, computer, 10 key by

touch, fax, and multi-line telephone. Be able to travel for employee training and office related seminars. Some heavy lifting of file boxes up to 40 pounds with help. Knowledge of the county geographical area would be helpful.

Special Requirements: Job offer contingent upon passing a criminal background investigation. Must be bondable with bond being made to the Tax Assessor Collector.

Applications may be obtained at the Gonzales County Tax Office, located at 522 St. Matthew St. Gonzales. Only complete applications will be considered. Gonzales County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age and handicapped status in employment or the provision of services. EOE.

Driver Position. Class A CDL required. Local region. Out and back

on same shift to delivery routes. We offer a competitive wage along

with 401K, Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.

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Bus Driver

Waelder ISD is seeking a school bus driver for the 2013-2014 school year. Successful hire must hold a current Class A CDL license and pass pre-employment tests. The cal-endar years consist of 177 six hour days. Driver is eligible for district employee benefits and will become a member of Teacher Retirement Sys-tem. Interested applicants can apply at the Waelder ISD Central Office or call Mark Weisner, Superintendent at 830-788-7161 for more information. WISD is compliant with EEOC.

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Completely re-modeled inside and out. 2 & 3 bed-room homes. Fully furnished. Rent by night, week or month. Fantastic n e i g h b o r h o o d . 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 wood-ed acs, w/lrg. deck in country, 77 North, paved road. $775/mo. No pets/smokers. 512-415-6483.-------------------------3/2 Large home on nice lot. $1,250/mo. Stove, refrig-erator, included. Families or Oil Field Workers wel-come. 713-501-3416.-------------------------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 bedrooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews wel-come. Call JR, 512-292-0070, 512-656-0521.-------------------------House for Rent. 302 Lancaster, Moulton, TX. Nice spacious 1BR home w/applianc-es & a large yard. Call for info. 832-633-3950.-------------------------Single Suite. Per-fect for Supervi-sor for Oil Com-pany. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, TV/Full cable, wireless internet. No smok-ing inside. No Pets. Fully furnished and all bills paid. Private Yard/Ga-rage. Weekly, $280; Deposit $300. Call 512-292-0070-------------------------Home For Rent. Country Home. c o m p l e t e l y r e m o d e l e d . 2BR/1BA, CA, hard-wood floors, roof for AG Project. Na-varro ISD between Seguin & New Braunfels. $1,000 month, $1,000 deposit. 830-660-7351 or 830-822-5348.-------------------------ATTENTION OIL AND GAS PIPE LINERS - CREW

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Furnished with all bills paid -- Full Kitchen - Personal bedrooms and liv-ing room. WEEKLY RATES AVAILABLE. Please call JR at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089.-------------------------

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NIGHTLY RATESSingle nightly rates starting at $35.00 per night. Which include A/C, Microwave, Refrig-erator, TV/Cable and furnished with all bills paid. Please

call JR at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089.-------------------------For Rent to oilfield or pipeline work-ers 2BR/1BA, CH/A, furnished kitchen in Yoakum. Call 361-293-6821.-------------------------3/2, like new 1,800 sq. ft. in Nixon. $1,000/mo. Call 830-857-6921.

Looking for a 2 or 3BR nice house in Nixon and Lees-ville area. Call 830-857-1658.-------------------------Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-284-4255.

Busy Restaurant with large cus-tomer base for sale in Smiley, Texas. Equipment includ-ed. Contact Nick or Doris, 830-587-6262, 210-373-6869 or 210-883-4271.

10 foot by 10 foot office space. Nix-on, TX. 830-857-6921.-------------------------Office Space for rent - $650.00 in-cludes water and electricity. No long term contract. Contact Kim at Gonzales Storage Units (next to Mc-Coy’s). 830-672-3763.-------------------------Office Space for rent. 1500 sq. ft., with one acre for truck parking, lo-cated at 314 West Cone Street, Gon-zales, Texas. If in-terested please call (830) 672-4433.-------------------------For Rent: Office space or store front, 960 sq. ft., 1/2 block off square. Kitchen-ette, 1 ba, newly refurbished. 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 offices and separate garage. Call 830-857-5448.-------------------------For Lease: Small of-fice space w/work-shop located at 339 St. George. Re-cently 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 off Hwy. 80 w/good county road frontage. In Lees-ville between Bel-mont & Luling. Will subdivide. Would make a perfect oil field yard or resi-dence. Call Peyton, 512-948-5306; Da-vid, 713-252-1130.-------------------------Land for lease for oil field service equipment. Prime location. 4 miles N. on 183. 2 1/2 acres. Electric, water, parking, storage. Call 203-0585 or 672-6922. (TFN)

One bedroom, one bath furnished apartment. $800 and two bedroom, two bath, $1,200. Short term ok. Gym, wahser/dry-er, internet, all bills paid in Seguin. Call Keith, 512-757-0280.-------------------------60 hotel rooms for rent in Seguin. Laundry and meal plans available. Call Keith, 512-757-0280.-------------------------3BR, 2BA 1670+Sq. Ft. Upstairs apart-ment on Residen-tial Lot in nice area of Cuero, $1,185/mo. includes all Util. with cable

and WiFi, fully fur-nished - incl. lin-ens. Hotel-style kitchenette (no sink or stove), but full-size fridge, mi-crowave & Keurig brewer. Hot plate ok, outdoor bbq w/propane & char-coal grill onsite. No pets. $750 deposit, 3 mo. lease. (361) 484-1922, leave message.

Sitting at night taking care of elderly in their home. References, t r a n s p o r t a t i o n . Call 361-212-8731.-------------------------Need personal service? Will clean oilfield campers, homes and apart-ments. Also offer laundry work, iron-ing and running your personal er-rands. If you need a pair of jeans or shirt ironed for the night out or last minute event and didn’t make it to the cleaners in time, give me a call (830) 203-0716. References. Avail-able.-------------------------House cleaning services available. Reasonable rates. Servicing Gonzales and surrounding areas. References available. Call Barbara at 979-777-8710 or email [email protected] Home Appli-ance Repair. Wash-er, Dryers, all ma-jor appliances, 30 years experience. Haul Scrap Metal & appliances. Call Larry at 361-596-4391.-------------------------Hand for Hire, Odd Jobs Done, FREE estimates. Any-thing you don’t want to do, Junk hauling, Tree Re-moval, Lot clear-ing, House pres-sure washing, office help, ranch, farm, lawn & Flow-er beds, Barbed wire fence repair, gutter cleaning, I do windows. One call does it all. Call Terry (830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927.-------------------------I am looking for a private setting job around Gonzales, Cost or on 1116 (Pilgrim Road). I have 20 years ex-perience. Please call Emily, 830-437-2727; Cell, 820-263-2768.-------------------------LOOKING FOR A

JOBCertified Nurs-ing Assistant. Not hiring but look-ing for work as a Live-in caregiver

or Live Out in San Antonio or Seguin area. Have 30 + years experience. CPR certified. Lov-ing, dependanble and experienced with Home Health, Agencies, Hospice, and have a big heart. If interested please call 830-391-4837.-------------------------Camera work for businesses, pro-motional uses, editing titles. 830-263-0909. [email protected] Your Specialty Cake Needs. Call Connie Komoll, 830-203-8178.-------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call 830-203-0735.-------------------------Sewing & Altera-tions. Jo West. 830-203-5160. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m.

General laborer for yard maintenance and trimming, l a b o r / m o w i n g /weed eating. Rea-sonable rates. Call or test if interest-ed, Duke, 830-857-3118.-------------------------Willing to mow lawns in morning or evening. Also will do weedeat-ing. Not affiliated with any com-pany’s. 830-263-0909.-------------------------Lawn mowing ser-vice, residential & commercial. Will also mow oilfield yards or large oil related businesses. Liability ins., free estimates and low cost. No job too large or too small. 8 3 0 - 2 6 3 - 4 1 8 1 .(TFN)

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 details. 830-263-0058.

2006 Keystone Outback 30ft Sid-ney Addition. $14,500. 1 large slideout, nice, clean interior, king bed. 210-279-7267.-------------------------1999 Mountain Aire Motorhome

- Ford V10 gaso-line engine - Onan generator - 2 slide outs - 2 A/C’s - all appliances in working condi-tion - driver side door - sleeps 4-6 - no smoking or pets - VERY CLEAN interior - Call 210-884-7085 - Asking $22,000.-------------------------RV For Sale. Older unit. 5th wheel. $2,900. Contact Richard, 830-556-6905.

Travel Trailer. EV-ERYTHING fur-nished. TV. 183 N. $600/per month. Call 830-875-3028.-------------------------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 relo-cate 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 details.-------------------------RV Space for rent. $300 month. All bills included. If interested please call 820-203-9255-------------------------Fully furnished Travel Trailers for rent. Will rent weekly or month-ly. Pets Allowed. $50.00 Deposit. $300 per week or $1,000 per month. Call Terry for de-tails, 830-351-0943. Will relocate to RV Park of your choice. All utilities paid. -------------------------Travel Trailer for rent for RV space in Smiley. All utilities included, good healthy environ-ment. 830-203-9255 or 361-790-6305.-------------------------30’ Travel Trailer w/2 slides for rent in RV Ranch in Gonzales. Swim-ming 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.-------------------------Office or Living Trailers for lease or buy. Peyton, 512-948-5306; David, 713-252-1130.-------------------------RV Rentals avail-able at Belmont RV Park Estates. Call Richard, 830-556-6095.


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512-636-67565,000 sf Retail/office location for Lease. $2,500 mo. Front and rear access. Garage doors on rear for large vehicle access. Am-ple storage and warehousing space. AC in front offices and retail area. Tenant responsible for improvements and systems, insur-ance, and Tax increases above baseline over term of 1-5 lease with options for Lease extensions or purchase. 615 St. Paul. Alternatively, .. Purchase price: $125,000

2,300 sf retail / commercial building for lease. $750 mo. Front and rear access. All open space to remodel for many different business opportunities. Tenant pays for improvements for lease-hold. Concrete floors, decorative metal ceiling. Needs lots of work. Purchase price...$35,000

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2 RV spaces in town. $295/mo., 1 Mobile home space for rent, $175/mo. Call Finch Park, 672-2955.-------------------------RV Sites Available. Nixon, TX. Clean, quiet, fair prices. 830-857-6921.

For Sale or Trade: 27’ Sailboat, Beam 8’, fiberglass. 361-561-3335. Ask for Jeff.

Gruene Harley-Da-vidson is currently buying pre-owned Harleys. Look-ing to sell youR Harley? Call Jon Camareno at 830-624-2473.

2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. Indepen-dent Suspension. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Asking - $4,950.00 in very good condition. Call 830-857-4670.

Chihuahua Pup-pies. 1male, 2 fe-males. 9 wks. old. Tan colors. $100 each. 830-263-2094 if no answer, leave voice mail.-------------------------

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7 days a week. Hand/Scissor Cut. Small, $20 & $30; Medium, $35 & $40; Medium/Large, $45. Ask for Susan. 361-258-1505.-------------------------Precious long haired Chihua-hua puppies. Pure bred. 9 wks. old. Born Thanksgiv-ing. 1st shots & wormed. Paper trained. Males & Females. Play-ful and very cute. Raised in my home with a lot of love. $200/each. 1-830-560-6668.

Rabbits for Sale. With cages, with feeders & waterers. all for $300. 361-741-2604.-------------------------Baby Guineas for sale. $2.00 each, multiple colors. Pick & choose whichever you want. 830-660-2526 or 830-540-4063, leave mes-sage.-------------------------Brangus Bulls for Sale. 1-2 yr. old,

3-18 mos., 3-7 mos. Leesville. 281-382-9820.-------------------------Angus Bull for sale. Registered JBarB. 3 1/2 yr.old herd bull. $2,975. 361-798-6250.-------------------------Bulls for Sale. Black Angus and Black Limousin. Breed-ing ages. Gentle. Delivery available. 979-263-5829.-------------------------19 2 year old Bran-gus Heifers with calves. $1,500 for pair. Call 830-582-1007.-------------------------FOR SALE: Pure-bred Charolais bulls and heifers, seven months old. 830-857-4067.-------------------------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 replace-ment stock. * Can be registered, if papers are impor-tant. * Price $2,500. Charles Nunes, 830-203-0477.-------------------------FOR SALE: Beau-tiful Bay Mare ( brood mare) 14 yrs. Excellent bloodline (Three Bars & Leo). All of-fers considered. Pics available upon request: [email protected]. Ph: #. 830-560-0238.-------------------------Fancy Feathers Bantams. Feather Duster Roos. Col-ors, pairs, $20. Will deliver to Gonza-les. 512-272-5147.-------------------------For Sale: 2 & 3 year old red & black Brangus Bulls. No Papers. Good se-lection. Call 830-437-5772.-------------------------Black Limousin and Angus Heifers and Bulls, Gentle Increase your weaning weights. Established breed-er since 1971. De-livery available 979 561- 6148 .-------------------------Muscovy ducks for sale. $10.00 each. 8 3 0 - 2 6 3 - 2 4 8 2 . (TFN)-------------------------Laying Hens, $10.00. 512-718-0482.-------------------------For Sale: Regis-

tered Polled Her-eford Bulls. 8-22 mths old. Heifers also, 8 months to 2 years. 830-540-4430.-------------------------WANT TO BUY: Any or Unwanted Horses. Call Leejay at 830-857-3866.-------------------------DISPERSAL SALE. Miniature donkeys (28” to 36”), male and female, solid and tricolored, 6 mos. to 4 years. Four year olds may be registered with vet exam/af-fidavit. Excellent pets, loves people. Priced according 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.

Over 100 yrs. old, 1470 sq. ft. story and 1/2 house. Brand new tin roof, to be torn down or moved. 540-4263.-------------------------Beautiful cabin on 5 acres of land in mountain of Colorado, fully fur-nished, surround-ed by pines and aspen. Plenty of wildlife. $225,000. 719-836-2611.-------------------------Individual would like to buy a 3/2, minimum of 2,000 sq. ft or more house in Gonzales area. Possibly in coun-try. Someone in-terested in own-er financing w/substantial down payment. 830-203-8492.-------------------------3 Bedroom, 2 bath brick home 3 miles from Gonzales on an acre. $129,000. Robin Baker, 830-305-2959. Remax Professional Re-alty.-------------------------House for sale in Moulton area. .47 acre. Needs some TLC. $24,000. 979-743-0269.-------------------------Home for sale by owner. 2BDR, can be made into a 3 BDR/1BA, corner lot, storage build-ing. 1404 Cavett St., Gonzales, TX. Contact Jen at 830-401-9763 after 6 p.m. $65,000.00. Needs minor re-pairs. Good starter home.-------------------------Low Down on a

3/2/1136sq ft. home. Asking $79,800 w/ only $800 down. 202 East Lee Smiley, TX. Call Mr Smith, 855-847-6806. -------------------------Older couple downsizing 15 acres (10 acres fenced), house, 3/1 1/2, Barn, ponds, trees. Wharton County. $137,000. 979-533-3262.-------------------------4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appli-ances, remodeled, new master bath. 830-857-6488.-------------------------House for Sale/To Be Moved: 3BR/1Ba frame house, pier & beam founda-tion, central A/H. Buyer responsible for moving house from property, $6,000. 830-857-4172.

Lots for Lease. Conveniently lo-cated behind WHS (Waelder High School). For infor-mation call 512-299-1627.-------------------------75 Acres Gillispie Co. 10 Min. N. of

Freder icksburg. Hwy. Frontage, Hunting, Invest-ment or Retire-ment. $7,500 acre. [email protected] to lease land for cattle grazing. Must have water and fences. Contact Mitchell Hardcastle, 830-857-4544.-------------------------90x60 lot for sale. For more info, call Jose at (936) 488-8115.

5 experienced hunters looking for at least 800+ acres for hunting in Westhoff area. Bill Cain, 281-684-0165.

I’m looking for a 1959 GISD year-book. Call Jimmy at 361-571-6888.

Electrical Wiring, Trouble Shooting. Repairs, New Con-struction, Remod-els, Metal Build-ings. Licensed & Insured. 830-437-5747.-------------------------Belmont RV Park. Belmont Texas

Propane Services available. Call 830-424-3600.-------------------------Affordable Weld-ing Service. Call Stan, 830-857-6621.-------------------------Pampered Chef D e m o n s t r a t o r . Host a Show! It’s Easy! Choose from a Cooking Show, Catalog Show, Facebook Show or if you need an item, here is my site, https://www.p a m p e r e d c h e f .biz/zavadil. 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 13-203-2814 or 281-415-

6108.License #M18337

-------------------------No Limit

AccessoriesDavid Matias,

Owner830-263-1633

1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales

Window Tinting, Commercial.

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4 1/2 acres fronting US 183 just north of Gonzales. Barns, pens, water available. $269,500. Will divide - one acre mini-mum, at $65,000/ac.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~67 acres. NW Goliad. Doublewide. 3/2 with covered porches. Good barn. John Deere tractor w/implement. Mostly Mes-quite. $275,000.

68 Acres. South Cuero. Oaks, brush, hay field. Pens, well. Cross-fenced. $5,300/ac.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~57 Acres just north of I-10 Near Waelder. Brush, oaks, hay fields, 2 tanks, 3/2 home, barn w/electricity, apartment. Equip-ment. Part minerals. $275,000.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~198 Acres, Atascosa County, West of Floresville. Huge Creek Bottom, 2 tanks, water meter, shallow well, electricity, oaks, elms, persimmon, mesquite, black brush. Could this be your new hunting spot? $2,895 per acre. Might divide into two tracts.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~260 to 861 Acres. NW Corpus Christi. Lake, Barn, Pens, 2 water wells. Great cattle place. Paved corner. Excellent for Subdividing. Price $2,750 to $3,500 per acre.

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HOMESvTHOMPSONVILLE 5641 Hwy. 90, 2 bedroom, 3 bath, interior recently painted, tile floors, includes washer/dryer, refrigerator on 2 accres......REDUCED..............................................................$114,900vGONZALES 3/2, new construction, 707 St. Francis......GREATLY REDUCED..............................................................................$199,900

ACREAGEvGONZALES COUNTY - C.R. 418, 4 1/2 miles S.E. of Waelder, 25.1 acres, good hunting, open w/nice trees, electric, septic, wa-ter well needs repair, sandy loam, stock tank. Great for horses. Metal barn appx. 30’x50’, old mobile home (no assigned val-ue.) No minerals........................................................$119,225vN.E. GONZALES COUNTY- Best little hunting place in TX! Deer, hog, dove, some turkey. 46.892 wooded acres. Se-cluded, large ranches surround property. My 9 year old grand-daughter shot her first buck last year, 8 pointer! No minerals or water rights convey. Owner/Agent..REDUCED....$5,500/acre.v25.936 acres, Henry Bymer 1/3 League, close to I10, electric nearby, sandy loam, fronts CR420...................................................$98,800

ACREAGE W/HOMEvTHOMPSONVILLE - 33 acres, 2 stock tanks, 1 water well, 4 bedrooms/2 1/2 baths, much more................$395,000

LOTSvFLATONIA- 2 lots (one corner) 100x125............$11,000 for both

COMMERCIALvGONZALES - 820 Oil Patch Lane, 2.25 acres (+/-), raw land with 3 sides metal equipment shed. Utilities are available at front of property, zoned heavy commercial....................................................................$125,000vGONZALES For Lease: 10 to 20 acres, about 5 miles south of Gonzales, just off Hwy. 183.

FOR RENTvONE BEDROOM COTTAGE IN THE COUNTRY. $500/mo, $1,000 security deposit, outside pets only (no cats inside!). CR 420, Gonzales County.

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18 AC - 5224 Sandy Fork Rd, Harwood - 3BD/2BA home perfect for the country getaway! 2 car detached garage, 30x40 run-in shed. Large tank, fully fenced. Mature trees. $244,500.14 AC - 1491 Highsmith Rd, Luling - Partially cleared and wooded. 3BD/2BA home with stained concrete and additional living/bonus room. Detached storage building.

LandSettlement at Patriot Ranch - 3-27 acre site built home sites. Beautiful countryside and wildlife views. Electricity available. Paved roads, well/septic required.79.5 AC CR 281, Harwood - Partially wooded and cleared land with partial fencing. Co-op water and electricity available. 1 tank and hand dug well. Country Road front-age on 2 sides. $360,000.RV Park - 10.5 AC - Great location just off IH-10, mature trees and nice tank. Site has been engineered for 54 unit RV Park. 43 AC - 2198 Sandy Branch Rd., Harwood - Secluded with partial high fence, large tank, rustic cabin. Beautiful views. REDUCED $266,600.111 Acres, Creek Rd - Dripping Springs - Scenic property offers partially cleared and wooded land located on high bluff with Onion Creek frontage. Minerals convey. $1,900,000.

Residential4728 CR 283, Harwood - NEW LISTING - Cus-tom 3BD/2BA home on approx. 22.9 wooded acres great for recreation and hunting! Split floorplan with spacious great room. Upgrades! Tile, Custom kitchen, Granite counters. De-tached shed, partially fenced. $317,000.215 S Oak - Large, 3 BD/2.5 BA home located on half of a city block for 0.7 acre! Large den and formal dining areas feature 2 wood burning fireplaces. Upstairs fea-tures private entrance for income producing space if desired. Open lot to enjoy garden, pool, or build income producing structure. REDUCED $217,000. 114 Glendale, Luling - Open and inviting floor plan featured in this 3BD/2.5 BA home with many updates throughout. Fenced yard with patio and deck area. Effi-ciency apartment great for guests or rental income. REDUCED $188,000. $192,000.532 Domino Five - NEW LISTING - Guadalupe River Frontage! 3BD/2BA home on approx. 1/3 acre. nice deck & stairs leading to water. Come enjoy the good life! REDUCED $195,000. $198,500.960 S. Pecan - Modern, custom 4BD/3BA secluded home on 1 acre home on 1 acre backs to wet weather creek. Open floor plan, security and surround wired. REDUCED $336,500. $338,000. $340,000.3400 SM HWY, Luling - Large, 4BD/2.5BA on 1.5 acres just outside of town. Spa-cious kitchen open todining and living. Co-op water & electricity. $132,500. 214 E. Crockett, Luling - Charming, move-in ready 3BD/2.5Ba features large den area and beautiful yard. Detached building approx. 650 sq. ft. ideal for storage or commercial space. REDUCED $172.000. $185,000.FORECLOSURE - The Settlement at Pa-triot Ranch - 2BD/2BA Main Home on 3 AC - 473 Crockett Lane - views offered with this 2BD/2BA main home and detached effi-ciency guesthouse. 2 car carport. REDUCED $226,000. $239,000.

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Homes/ResidentialRivercrest Super home, 4 bds..$165,000Rivercrest home 3,600 +sq. ft., ............................................................$255,000New on Mkt: Super home, Country Vil-lage..........................................$298,0001.66 acs., riverfront, nice M/H...............................................................$115,000

Land15 acs., Hwy. 304, trees, house, .............................................................$120,00051 acs., royalties, private, utilities, .....................................................$5,500/ac90 A East, 35 acs., + home......$395,000

Homes3.7 ACS. 4BR, 3BA, 2LV.................. $150,000306 McClure - 3BR, 1 Bath................$65,0001618 St. Peter - Home and extra lot....$70,000473 Crockett Lane-Settlement - 3 bd., beautiful property..................................$258,0001602 Water St.-commercial/rental....$150,0002342 FM 108, 3 bd.,2 story home.....$145,000792 90-B - Lakefront..............................$89,000312 Cr. Rd. 471, Lakefront + ,3 bd., 1.5 acre lot............................................$150,000

Land11.2 acs., Hwy 90. Gast Rd.......$5,300/Ac.CR 228 - 15 acs., M/H, trees................$87,500153 acs., FM 2091.........................$795,00061 acs., perfect homesite.................$4,990/Ac.3.94 acs., Settlement.......................$65,00010 acs., Settlement.........................$79,0002-4 acs., Sarah DeWitt............$25,000/Ac.1 ac. Seydler St...............................$25,0008.7 acs., city limits........................$120,00058 acs., trees, potential, edge of town................................................................$12,000/Ac.

CommercialLot - Live Oak..................................$8,000401 St. George-approx. 3400 sq. ft........................................................................$170,000

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“We need the tonic of wildness,--to wade some-times in marshes where the bittern and the meadow-hen lurk, and hear the boom-ing of the snipe; to smell the whispering sedge where only some wilder and more solitary fowl builds her nest, and the mink crawls with its belly close to the ground.” – Henry David Thoreau

I would never consider my home here on H-4 as being wilderness, but every once in a while evidence of its wild nature is thrown up for me to view.

Late this spring a couple of rather large heron-like birds kept popping up and landing on a pecan tree at the edge of the cattail-filled swamp that stretches out to Lake Gonzales. Sometimes they would walk along the edge of my lush green car-pet grass lawn and hustle after what ever crept or lunged, scared by their movement.

Early in the season, I would see them moving as a pair, one following the other. Then, one would come to that pecan tree limb stretching over the water and look down into the cattails. I assumed that they had a nest down near the water. With the heat of July, they have either moved on or are less no-ticeable because they are not courting.

In any case, this bird is not difficult to recognize when one goes to any bird book. Or if you go the Cor-nell University web site at: http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/american_bit-tern/id to confirm your find. Each species is well covered with information on habitat, range and gen-eral information.

A first look at the page

on the American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) shows the normal range. They just don’t normally nest in Texas, but they did this year. I knew them from my years in Illinois and my youth in Montana and was glad that they had found time to spend here on the Guadalupe. Maybe they will be like me and finish their days close to its clean water filled with abundant little critters to eat and to feed their young.

This heron relative is stocky and with feathers heavily streaked with tan, brown, and white over its entire body. The wings are darker, as is the face, but the camouflage is complete with white neck streaks throughout the plumage. Males and females have the same plumage. The bittern has a 3-foot wingspan, and is approximately 2.5 feet long from the tip of its long pointed bill to the end of its tail. While the bird appears large, it weighs only about a pound.

One reason that the American Bitterns is not more commonly seen is that they are almost always solitary and their color and markings make them diffi-cult to see. They often hide among wetland vegetation, walking slowly as they hunt, most typically in low light during dawn or dusk.

The nest is made from water loving plants like reeds, sedges, or cattails.It usually is located 3 to 8 inches above the water. The birds line the nest with

grasses, finishing with a nest of a foot or more in di-ameter. In my mess of cat-tails, there is not chance for me to brave the deep muck and locate the nest. But it is down on the water just a bit off to the right of the pe-can tree favored as a Bittern landing site.

Bittern are related to the herons so they stalk their prey. They eat almost any-thing that moves in the swamp including insects, small fish, crustaceans, amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals. Preferred insects include dragonflies, water striders, water bee-tles, and grasshoppers. We have many top-minnows and tadpoles in the cattails so they will be well fed. Of course, the crawdad is an-other favorite and we have many.

Usually, one hears the Bittern before seeing it. You can hear a sample of their call on the Cornell web site. A deep pumping “oong-ka-choonk” is the sound description. I never did hear them talking. I saw them. The pair must have known that I remove my hearing aides at dawn and dusk and knew that I would need them as a topic for this week’s article. Thanks for the help, my Bit-tern friends.

Besides dawn and dusk, on Lake Gonzales, are times for mosquitoes. I will have to make it a point in the future to find extra bat-teries and lots of bug spray and spend a dusk and dawn listening to the folks of the swamp talking to me.

Thanks for listening about another of my won-derful finds out here on the river. The days are hot and dry; the critters revel in the moisture of the river. I do too.


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The Great OutdoorsAnother new bird in the neighborhood

Living off the LandDr. Bob Williams

Dr. Bob Williams is a retired University Professor from Il-linois who consults on a grant project at the University of Texas.

Texas Weekly Fishing Report

BASTROP – Water clear; 84–88 degrees. Black bass are fair on watermel-on spinnerbaits and Rat–L–Traps. Crappie are slow. Channel and blue catfish are good on shrimp and stinkbait. Yellow catfish are slow.

CEDAR CREEK – Wa-ter clear; 79–84 degrees; 4.71’ low. Black bass are good on shakyheads around deeper docks and deep diving crankbaits on brush piles. Some top-water action noted early. White bass are good on slabs. Hybrid striper are fair on live shad. Crappie are fair on minnows. Cat-fish are good on cut shad and trotlines.

FAYETTE – Water stained. Black bass are good on chartreuse crank-baits and Rat–L–Traps early. Channel and blue catfish are slow.

COLETO CREEK – Wa-ter clear; 2.04’ low. Black bass are fair on green pumpkin soft plastics and topwaters in 5–15 feet. White bass are slow. Crap-pie are fair on minnows.

Channel and blue catfish are slow. Yellow catfish are slow.

PORT ARANSAS – Trout, redfish and sheeps-head are fair to good at the jetty on shrimp and croak-ers. Trout are fair to good in the surf on topwaters and croakers. Offshore is good for dorado, kingfish and ling.

CORPUS CHRISTI – Trout are fair to good on the edge of the spoils on Gulps and live shrimp. Redfish are good in the potholes on shrimp. Trout are fair to good at Em-mord’s Hole on croakers and piggy perch.

PORT O’CONNOR – Trout and redfish are fair on topwaters and live bait over sand, grass and shell in San Antonio Bay. Trout are fair to good in the surf and at the jetty on croak-ers. Redfish are fair on the shorelines and running with jack crevalle.

BUCHANAN – Water stained; 83–87 degrees; 29.78’ low. Black bass are good on white crankbaits, watermelon Skip–N–Pop

topwaters, and purple flake Whacky Sticks in creeks in 10–20 feet. Striped bass are fair on topwaters and Rat–L–Traps. White bass are fair jigging Pirk Minnows and Tiny Traps over rock piles. Crappie are good on minnows and watermelon tube jigs over brush piles. Channel catfish are fair on live bait and dipbait. Yel-low and blue catfish are very good on juglines and trotlines baited with gold-fish and perch.

CANYON LAKE – Wa-ter clear; 81–85 degrees; 9.77’ low. Black bass are fair on watermelon red worms, Texas rigged wa-termelon Whacky Sticks, and white crankbaits off points. Striped bass are slow. White bass are fair on white Li’l Fishies. Smallmouth bass are good on green pumpkin grubs and tubes on main lake points. Crappie are good on chartreuse tube jigs and live minnows over brush piles. Channel catfish are slow. Yellow and blue cat-fish are slow.

Notice of Public Hearing on Gonzales County Appraisal District Budget

The Gonzales County Appraisal District will hold a public hearing on a proposed budget for the 2014 fiscal year.

The public hearing will be held on August 15, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. at the

appraisal district office, 928 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, Texas. A summary of the appraisal district budget follows:

The total amount of the proposed budget. $1,045,824.00 The total amount of increase over the current year’s budget. $ 128,414.00 The number of employees compensated under the proposed budget. 12 The number of employees compensated under the current budget. 11

The appraisal district is supported solely by payments from the local taxing units served by the appraisal district. If approved by the appraisal district board of directors at the public hearing, this proposed budget will take effect automatically unless disapproved by the governing bodies of the county, school districts, cities and towns served by the appraisal district. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection in the office of each of those governing bodies. A copy is also available for public inspection at the appraisal district office.

GONZALES COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT 928 ST. PAUL STREET

P.O. Box 867 GONZALES, TEXAS 78629

(830) 672-2879

The Gonzales County Veterans Memorial Assoc. expresses their deepest gratitude to

the following for their support of 1st Annual Golf Tournament held

July 4, 2013.

Michael Mercer Welding, VFW Post #4817, JoAnn Mercer, Allen’s Body Tech,

Personl Impressions, Caraway Ford Gonzales, LeAnn Wolff,CPA, PC,

Fehner & Son Grain Co. LP, DuBose Insurance Agency, Lone Star Bank, Odd Fellows Lodge #38, Johnson Oil Co., XL

Oil Field Services, Steve & Mary Willman, Southern Clay Products,

J.P. Ranch/Sam Turk, I.C.A., Bobby & Barbara Hand/Hand Ranch,

Allen & Brenda Barnes, E-Barr Feeds, Mohrmann’s Drug Store, Frames &

Things, Wells Fargo Bank, J-B Sausage, H.E.B., GVEC, Germania Insurance

(Phil & Charlie Roeber), Larry Mercer, Gonzales Independent Golf Course, Derek & Amanda Grahmann, and

Randolph Brooks FCU.

Too Many CatfishFreestone and Anderson

County game wardens were patrolling Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County when they saw two people fishing on a boat.

The wardens approached the vessel and asked how the fish were biting. One of the fisherman said, “Not too good, just a few chicken heads.”

One of the wardens began to count and measure the catfish that were in the two coolers onboard and found that one of the coolers held 10 undersized catfish and that they were two fish over the 25-fish bag limit. The other cooler contained three undersized catfish and was 14 over the bag limit.

Each individual was is-sued a citation for under-sized catfish and for ex-ceeding the bag limit. One subject also received a cita-tion for no fishing license. The illegal fish were confis-cated and donated.

Game Warden

Field Notes

Many men and women develop cataracts as they approach their golden years. While aging is the single biggest risk factor for cata-racts, there are other factors that can contribute to cataracts, which can afflict people of all ages. Ac-cording to the American Opto-metric Association, the following factors can contribute to the de-velopment of cataracts.

* Alcohol consumption: Studies have shown that higher alcohol consumption can increase a per-son’s risk of developing cataracts.

* Diabetes mellitus: Persons with diabetes are at a higher risk of de-veloping cataracts than those who do not have diabetes.

* Medications: Certain medica-tions have been associated with the development of cataracts. Cor-ticosteroids and chlorpromazine and other phenothiazine related medications have been linked to cataracts in the past.

* Nutrition: Men and women who do not eat a nutritious diet may be increasing their risk of de-veloping cataracts. The AOA ad-mits studies examining a potential link between nutrient deficiency and cataracts are inconclusive, but some studies have suggested there is such a link between the forma-tion of cataracts and low levels of antioxidants like vitamins C and E.

* Smoking: Smoking can in-crease a person’s risk for a host of

ailments, including cataracts.* Ultraviolet radiation exposure:

Persons who aren’t adequately pro-tected when exposed to ultravio-let, or UV, radiation have a greater risk of developing cataracts.

Some people may be born with cataracts or develop them dur-ing childhood. Such cataracts are known as congenital cataracts and may be the result of the mother having contracted an infection while pregnant. Kids born with cataracts may also have inherited them. For example, cataracts may be a side effect of Alport syn-drome, a genetic condition charac-terized by kidney disease, hearing loss and abnormalities in the eye.

When a person develops cata-racts, surgery is the only effective treatment. But that does not nec-essarily mean a doctor will sug-gest surgery right away. Cataracts do not typically harm the eye, and delaying surgery does not mean you are less likely to regain your vision if and when you do opt for surgery. Doctors will likely recom-mend surgery when cataracts be-gin to impact quality of life, such as making reading or driving more difficult.

Cataracts are often mistakenly considered a byproduct of aging. But not every aging man or woman will develop cataracts, and not all cataracts are a byproduct of aging. Learn more at www.aoa.org.

Area & Nation Wide Senior Programs Can Be Very Beneficial. Social Services Director, Patty Ben-ton, at The Heights of Gonzales compiled a list of businesses and organizations she feels offers valuable services to senior citizens. Ms. Benton stressed the list is not all inclusive and that se-niors should seek out other helpful services, area discounts offered to seniors, support groups, travel groups, etc in order to live a fun and healthy lifestyle in their silver years.

Gonzales Memorial Hospital (830)672-7581Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministries (GCAM) (830)672-5566Social Security Office, Seguin (830)379-8802Social Security/Medicare (800)772-1213Food Stamp Program, Seguin (830)379-6525Gonzales Senior Citizen Association (830)672-7014Gonzales Senior Citizens Nutrition Site (830)672-2613Elder Abuse Hotline (800)458-7214Aged & Disabled Abuse (800)252-5400Medicare Choices Helpline (800)633-4227Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Hotline (800)447-8477Children of Aging Parents (800)227-7294American Society on Aging (415)974-9600www.theheightsofgonzales.com - Gonzales; 24 hour nursing care www.medicare.gov/nhcompare - Nursing home information

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Develop tools to help you care for your loved ones

Aging isn’t the only culprit behind cataracts

It is not always easy caring for an elderly person. Their physical condition, health is-sues and their emotional state can present challenges for you, the caregiver. There are no doubts that caring for an elderly person is admirable, but it certainly comes with stress and at times can be overwhelming.

Far too many people feel guilty that they can not care for an elderly person on their own. Life presents far too many challenges and more often than not raising a family, paying into a mortgage and keeping food on the table can be challenging enough let alone adding to this caring for an elderly loved one. Although this can be challenging, it is not impossible. Preparing yourself and your family members for the transition is es-sential in order to make this work well.

Physical ConsiderationsGet informed about the physical needs

of your loved one. Talk to the doctor and to anyone else who may have the wisdom and knowledge to help you care for the elderly member of your family. Know what to ex-pect, what medications are required. Using services provided by a certified in-home caregiver from a professional agency can assist you in times that you need that extra help.

Keeping all important information in one file is important and this includes all medi-cal information including test results, names and phone numbers of doctors, appoint-ment dates, hospital cards, and insurance in-formation. If your loved one is taking a lot of medications, make a chart to help keep track of what medication is to be taken and when.

Always be sure the home is safe. If your loved one uses a walker be sure throw rugs are secure, and there are no obstacles for them to trip over. Install safety railings should this help. If your loved one can get

confused at times, it’s also a good safety pre-caution to have a baby gate positioned high enough in the door frame at staircases so that they can not fall down.

Emotional ConsiderationsSpending time caring for the elderly does

not have to be all about taking care of their personal needs. Spend time asking them about their life. Everyone has stories to share about their life and some seniors have great experiences to share.

Teach an elderly person about the Inter-net. Many elderly people are nervous about computers and teaching them about all the amazing benefits of the Internet can spark new life in the person you are caring for.

The brain likes to stay active and no bet-ter way to do this than to play word games, crossword puzzles or even some board games such as Scrabble.

Always remember to be understanding because as we get older we tend to be very set in our ways and this means being stub-born at times. If the person you are caring for is being very stubborn and it is not a big issue, let it go. If the stubbornness is over something that is not negotiable it’s much easier to handle and you’ll have much less stress when you know to expect it.

When you have all the tools you need, it will make caring for the elderly much easier.

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death across the globe. Ac-cording to the World Health Organiza-tion, ischaemic heart disease, in which blood supply to the heart is reduced, is the leading cause of death in middle- and high-income countries and the fourth-leading cause of death in low-income countries.

Perhaps the most troubling fact about the prevalence of heart disease is that it can be largely preventable. The American Heart Association notes that there are several ways to easily improve heart health and avoid becoming one of the millions of people to succumb to heart disease.

* Embrace aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise is essential to cardiovascular health. Daily aerobic exercise, which can be as simple as walking around the neighborhood, can help men and women lower their blood pressure, maintain a healthy weight and lower

their bad cholesterol, which can circu-late in the blood and cause blockages that can lead to heart attack.

* Adopt a low-sodium diet that’s also low in cholesterol. Diet can be a friend or foe with regards to heart disease. A heart-friendly diet that’s low in sodium and cholesterol can help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels as well as a healthy blood pressure.

* Monitor your blood pressure. A blood pressure reading is a staple of many doctor visits, but men and wom-en should monitor their blood pressure even when they aren’t visiting their physicians. High blood pressure does not always produce symptoms, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t potentially dead-ly. High blood pressure is the leading cause of stroke and can contribute to heart and kidney disease. So be sure to monitor your blood pressure and dis-cuss with your physician ways to lower high blood pressure.

Take steps to get pro-activein preventing heart disease

Community Bingo!Looking for some fun on Friday? The Heights of Gonzales, Excel Home Health and Gonzales Memorial Healthcare Systems will sponsor Community Bingo starting at 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 26. There is no charge to play for seniors 55 or older or a resident of a care facility. Prizes will include $1 for each bingo and $50 for blackouts.


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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Avoid making an important

decision this week, Aries. Your mind is busy with too many ideas, and you will not be able to focus all of your attention on one task.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, you may find you are

focused on your finances this week. It’s a good time to assess spending habits and make some changes for the better.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Gemini, you may find that

luck is on your side this week and you can use this to your advantage. Take some risks you might normally be hesitant to take.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22You certainly are in the spot-

light this week, Cancer. All of this attention may try your nerves, so you may be interested in hiding out somewhere. Later in the week, you will have the chance.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23Leo, a discussion with a

friend could be significant this week, inspiring you to expand your goals and pursue new dreams with confidence. Be thankful for the newfound in-spiration.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Protect your privacy this

week, Virgo. Though nothing serious is on the horizon, now is a good time emphasize safety and security for you and your family.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23Restlessness settles in this

week, Libra. You might want to plan a little adventure, whether it is a weekend trip or a night out on the town. The goal is to change the scenery.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, stay on top of bills, paperwork and anything else that helps you to get organized. Once you’re finished catching up, resolve to be more orga-nized going forward.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

You will have to put forth some extra effort this week, Sag-ittarius. It may feel like others aren’t pulling their weight, but you still need to do what you have to do to get the job done.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, take some extra time cleaning up in anticipation of an unexpected guest. While company is always welcome, you want to have a tidy home to show off.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Aquairus, enlist others to

lend a helping hand this week.

Others may not offer their time and effort, so be proactive in seeking help with an important task.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Pisces, it may be tempting to

stay at home. But you have re-sponsibilities, and they need to be tended to. You can always re-lax once your work is done.

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It was stand-up comedian Lenny Bruce who made the following sage observation: “All my humor is based on destruction and despair. If the whole world were tranquil, without disease and violence, I’d be standing in the breadline.”

You might be surprised to learn that a flamingo cannot eat unless its head is upside-down.

While in the Capitol rotunda attending the funeral for Congressman Warren B. Davis in January 1835, President Andrew Jackson was the victim of an assassination attempt.

Richard Lawrence, a 35-year-old house painter, pointed two revolvers at the president and fired. In an incredible stroke of luck, both weapons misfired, at which point President Jackson began to beat the man with his cane.

The Dead Sea isn’t actually a sea; it’s a lake.

It’s been reported that the Paul Simon found the inspiration for his hit song “Mother and Child Reunion” in a chicken-and-egg dish he was eating in a Chinese restaurant.

More than 60 percent

of the 50 most common words in the English language contain three or fewer letters.

Natives of Finland drink more coffee per capita than citizens of any other country in the world.

The Hula Hoop fad swept the globe in the 1950s, but the toy did not find a warm welcome everywhere. In Indonesia, Hula Hoops were banned because they “might stimulate passion.” China’s official news agency called it “a nauseating craze,” and the Soviets declared the toy to be “a symbol of the emptiness of American culture” (despite the fact that the Hula Hoop originated in Australia).

Adult tuna have been known to swim up to 100 miles in a single day.

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