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Volume 120 • Issue 35

Wednesday, March 14, 2012 • Yorktown, Texas 78164

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“Shattered Dreams”

Photos by Mari Gohlke/ Yorktown News-View

Area students experience mock-accident scene

Students make dessert after reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

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Mueller family donates heirloom Family chalice now on display at Texas Wendish Heritage Museum PAGE 1 B

By MARI GOHLKE Yorktown News-View “Kaitlyn, Kaitlyn! I want to see my baby! Kaitlyn!”

Anguish in Mary Garcia’s voice cut through the muggy morning drizzle at the accident scene. Garcia and her husband, Gilbert, were held back by Yorktown Police Chief Paul Campos and Officer Louis Farias.

Meanwhile, the Yorktown Volunteer Fire Department and Yorktown EMS personnel continued their work, undaunted by the humming echo of a chopper looming overhead.

“Why can’t I see my daughter?”

Garcia asked Campos, who only shook his head quietly, trying to maintain his composure.

What Garcia couldn’t see was her daughter laying dead on the other side of a crumpled white Chevrolet Caprice Classic. Kaitlyn’s friend and classmate, Morgan Saunders, was in the right rear passenger seat, her mangled arm dripping blood down the side of the car.

Another classmate, Destany Mungia, was at the steering wheel, bloody and

Nordheim Market Days scheduled for April 21

The Nordheim Historical Museum will hold its 8th Annual Market Days on April 21.

The museum is seeking vendors for the Market Day booths, and donations for the silent auction (new or gently used items) and raffle.

For more information, call Bettie at 361-938-5248 or Cathy at 361-938-7208.

Bluebonnet Spring Fling Scheduled for April 1

Bluebonnet Youth Ranch in Yoakum will host its Annual Spring Fling Benefit on April 1 at the Yoakum Community Center.

Doors will open at 10 a.m.

This year’s event features the Shiner HoBo Band, Artisans Market, Classic Cars, and a Photo Booth.

Tickets for barbecue chicken plates and raffles are available from Bluebonnet, First State Bank, Yoakum National Bank and Board Members.

For additional information, visit www.bbyr.org or call 361-2933546.

Sporting Clay Shoot Scheduled for March 24 The first Bluebonnet Youth Ranch Sporting Clay Shoot will be held on March 24 at the FriarThomas Ranch in Cuero.

Volunteers working the event

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Texas Comptroller Susan Combs announced March 7 that state sales tax revenue in February was $2.01 billion, up 14.8 percent compared to February 2011.

In DeWitt County, Cuero showed a 38.58% increase, Nordheim showed a 43.57% increase and Yorktown showed a 29.52% increase.

Cuero has now received $630,686 from sales tax rebate, compared to $455,101 last year. Nordheim has received $4,749, compared to $3,307 last year and Yorktown received $92,507, compared to $71,420 last year.

Elsewhere in the area, Goliad showed a 14.23% increase, Gonzales sowed a 43.39% increase and Yoakum showed a 12.34% increase.

“Sales tax revenue in all major industries was up, indicating growth in both business and consumer spending,” Combs said. “Rapid growth in tax collections continued from oil and natural gas sectors, while revenue from retail trade, restaurants and telecommunications was also up significantly.”

Combs will send March local sales tax allocations totaling $473.6 million to cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts, up 9.3 percent compared to March 2011.

Yorktown High School hosted DeWitt County’s “Shattered Dreams” program Thursday and Friday. Part of the program, which included high school students from Yorktown and Nordheim, is a simulated fatal car wreck, above, involving students. At right, Yorktown police try to restrain distraught parents. The program is geared to make students aware of the dangers of drinking and texting while driving. The DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office, Yorktown Volunteer Fire Department and local EMS personnel also took part in the event.

Nordheim fourth graders treated

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Yorktown shows 29.52% increase in sales tax revenue

Visitors purchase A Kraege Family History book.

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Athletes race in windy conditions.

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YHS track teams travel to Three Rivers

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“There’s nothing harder than having a DPS officer standing in your living room and telling you your daughter is never coming home.”

Donna McCain

unconscious. She would later die while being airlifted to an area hospital.

Still another classmate, Jayden Barefield, sat dazed and confused in the passenger seat of the green Pontiac Grand Am while Troy Alvarez, the driver of the vehicle, was pulled from the car by Yorktown Police Officer Richard Elliott. Alvarez admitted to the officer he had consumed approximately four to five 16-ounce cans of beer, which now lay crushed and bloodied in the console and floor of the vehicle, further evidence this tragedy - the result of his drunk driving - was not a dream.

But for Alvarez’s sake - as well as

News-View In Brief include Wounded Warriors. Live entertainment by Smokey Wilson and Paul Kessler will follow the live and silent auctions.

For additional information, visit www.bbyr.org or call 361-2933546.

Meyersville VFD hosting Stew Dinner Saturday The Meyersville Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a stew dinner March 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Meyersville Fire Station.

Barefield, Saunders, Mungia and Garcia - it was.

High school students from Yorktown and Nordheim witnessed first hand the devastation caused by drinking and driving at a mock accident Thursday morning. The accident, staged on North Hoppe Street in front of the old ag building, was part of the “Shattered Dreams” program sponsored by the Yorktown Western Days Association in cooperation with Yorktown ISD. Earlier in the morning, the Grim Reaper (a.k.a. YHS student Aus-tin Traynham) picked students one by one from the classroom every 15 minutes, signifying the rate at which people die in alcohol-related crashes. The students, then known as the “Living Dead,” were made up to appear dead, then allowed to return to the classroom with instructions not to communicate with anyone.

Following the mock accident on Thursday morning, the students portraying the Living Dead, as well as the crash scene victims, were taken to an overnight retreat to reflect on the day’s See SHATTERED DREAMS, Page 14A

Tickets are available at $10 for a quart of stew and are to-go only.

All proceeds from the sale will go towards the purchase of a new fire truck.

For tickets and more information, call the Meyersville Store at 361-275-2049.

Deadline for ticket purchases is March 14.

Crime Stoppers hosting golf tournament Saturday DeWitt County Crime Stoppers will host a golf tournament on March 17 at the Cuero Golf Course. Registration begins at 7 p.m. with tee beginning at 8 p.m.

Or noon will tee beginning at 1 p.m.

The tournament will benefit the

New order establishes responsibility for burial of deceased paupers

By GLENN REA News-View Editor & Publisher

The range of subjects covered at Monday’s DeWitt County Commissioners Court meeting went from deceased paupers to credit cards.

The morning long meeting included approval for both Justice of the Peace officers to accept payments by credit cards. Previously, the two offices could not accept credit card payments but with planned software improvements it will soon be an accepted form of payment for fines and fees.

County officials also approved a new order that will help establish responsibility for burial of deceased See BURIAL, Page 3A

DeWitt County Crime Stoppers.

Cash and prizes available.

St. Patrick’s Day party at Community Hall The Yorktown Community Hall will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 17 with a St. Patrick’s Day party at the hall.

There is a $5 cover at the door.

Doors will open at 8 p.m.

Entertainment begins at 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.

B. J. Thibodeaux and Absolute Band will provide the music.

Pitchers of green beer will be available at $8 each while supply lasts. Domestic beer is priced at $2.

Everyone is encouraged to come “wearing their best green.”

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Seven-day DeWitt County weather forecast From the National Weather Service

Wednesday

Thursday

A 10 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy with a high near 80. A 10 percent chance of showers at night. Mostly cloudy with a low around 67.

A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy with a high near 80.

Mostly cloudy at night with a low around 67.

NEWS-VIEWBRIEFS Community Hall electing officers, directors

Yorktown Community Hall will hold election of Officers and Directors at 7 p.m. on March 25 in the Dining Hall.

Anyone interested is encourged to attend.

VFW holding potluck dinner at meeting

The VFW Post 8136 will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 20.

A potluck dinner will be served.

Final plans will be made for the upcoming barbecue fund raiser.

Tickets for the barbecue dinner can be purchased from any VFW member until March 25.

4-H Club meeting March 19

The Yorktown 4-H Club will hold a meeting on March 19 at 7 p.m. at the Yorktown Public Library.

Historical Society hosting potato lucheon Friday The Yorktown Historical Society is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Potato Luncheon, Friday, March 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Baked potatoes will be served with all the trimmings and desserts. The cost is $5 or a donation.

The Yorktown Historical Museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. and by appointment by

Friday

A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy with a high near 79.

Mostly cloudy at night with a low around 68.

calling 361-564.-9115 or 361-935-5243.

The Museum will also be open April 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Yorktown Western Days Association's “Fool's Folly” celebration.

Residents may apply for ballot by mail The first day to apply for a ballot by mail for the May 12 city and school elections is March 13.

DeWitt County Elections Administrator Patty Strieber reports the last day to apply for a ballot by mail for the May 12 city and school elections is May 4.

Rabies vaccinations offered March is rabies drive month for pet owners.

DeWitt Veterinary Clinic’s Dr. Robert Beer will provide rabies vaccinations to pets at the discounted price of $7 each.

The clinic is located at 1251 State Highway 72 W (Yorktown highway). The clinic is open from 8:30 to 5:30 weekdays and from 8 to noon Saturday.

Cuero Wellness Center hosting 5k The Cuero Wellness Center will host the 13th Annual Wildflower 5k on March 31 at Cuero Municipal Park.

For more information, contact the Cuero Wellness Center at 361-275-9355 or the Cuero Chamber of Commerce at 361-2752112.

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Saturday

Sunday

A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy with a high near 78.

Mostly cloudy at night with a low around 67.

Partly cloudy with a high near 81. Cloudy at night with a low around 64.

Monday

Partly cloudy with a with a high near 80. Cloudy at night with a low around 64.

NEWS-VIEWOPINION

Yorktown museum to begin refurbishing floors Dear Editor, It is with the greatest pleasure that the Yorktown Historical Society is announcing that because of the wonderful donations specifically for the refurbishing of the floors in the museum, that the project is soon to begin.

The Historical Society voted to accept the bid of East End Lumber of Victoria for the project.

The society wishes to thank each person of this community who is supporting the museum.

The floors of the meeting room, office, kitchen and hall have needed attention for some time.

Because of specific donations for that project the society can begin that

project.

For several years now there were four major projects being considered.

It had been voted to get a handicapped ramp, refurbish the floors, get electricity updated, and climate control for the artifacts.

The society is now at the point where they have completed three of the four projects.

The society will now be able to work toward the last on the list, the climate control. They are proud to say they are over 1/3 of the way toward the completion of that project.

Climate Control for the Historical Artifacts is by far the most important and, certainly will take the most money.

Dear Editor, On behalf of Yorktown ISD, I want to take this opportunity to thank our Yorktown Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, Inc and the Yorktown Western Day Directors for their commitment in making the 2012 “Shattered Dreams” program a reality.

A special “thank you” goes to Melissa Armstrong who worked tire-

lessly to coordinate all of the events making up “Shattered Dreams” and to Ms. McCain for her powerful message.

Thank you to the many sponsors and individuals who assisted in this endeavor.

I also want to thank all of the service personnel who worked the crash site and to those who took part in the final assembly.

Dear Editor, We would like to take this opportunity to thank the great people of Yorktown and surrounding areas who supported the second annual Yorktown Community Hall Gala. The Gala was a great financial success due to so many buying event tickets and raffle tickets.We also had so many members of the community contributing to the auction, which was also a great success.

We also want to recog-

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Happy 75th Birthday!

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nize the CCD students and the college students who drove home to give of their precious time and help serve the meal.

Again, Yorktown words together for the betterment of our community.

God bless each of you, Community Hall Officers and Directors

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When faced with the many temptations around them, our children need to know that there are consequences of their choices.

By working together, we can make a difference for the students of Yorktown ISD and Nordheim ISD. Deborah E. Kneese, Superintendent, Yorktown ISD

Community Hall gala a financial success

Publisher

MARI GOHLKE

Because of the generosity of this community it can and will happen.

Thank you Yorktown residents for your continued support.

The Yorktown Historical Museum is the “best-est” Historical museum in the area.

Ask any of our younger visitors - “It has spooky dolls and really really old stuff my grandpa has told me about.”

Sincerely, The Board of Directors of the Yorktown Historical Society Caroline Blain, Marie MettingBoles, Beverly Bruns, Larry Butler, Dorothy Mayfield, Shirley Mueller and Roy Weise

“Shattered Dreams” a success, thanks to community

GLENN REA

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NEWS-VIEWDEWITT

County appears healthy after audit

By GLENN REA News-View Editor & Publisher

DeWitt County was given its annual financial check-up recently in the form of an audit. From all indications, it appears the county is healthy.

Dennis Cihal of Harrison, Waldrop and Uherek CPA’s with offices in Victoria presented the information to County Commis-sioners Court.

The audit covered the year that ended Sept. 30, 2011.

DeWitt County had total revenues of $12.3 million and expenses of $10.9 million.

Looking at income, $6.7 million of the revenue comes from taxes and the remainder comes from fees, services, fines and interest.

On the expense side, the county spends $6.4 million on public works.

This would include the work done by the county precincts and various offices of the county excluding health and

debt retirement.

At the end of the fiscal year, the county increased its fund balances by $1.6 million.

According to Cihal, this is the 29th year DeWitt County has earned the certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada. He noted there is only one other county in the U.S. that has received this award more times.

Among other statistics available in the audit, a new category follows the amount of money donated from oil and gas exploration companies donated to the county. The donations are to assist the county in road repair costs. The total for year was $880,000.

Several pages of the annual audit provides miscellaneous information on comparisons.

For example in 2002 total taxable assessed valuation of property here was

$577 million. In 2010 that valuation had jumped to $1 billion.

In 2002 the county tax rate was 60.7¢ per $100 valuation and in 2010 it was 65¢.

In 2006 the top two tax payers were: Chesapeake Operating, Inc. with valuations totaling $57 million and Mount Vernon Mills with valuation of $24 million In 2011 the top two were Geothermal Energy Corp with valuation of $118 million and Pioneer Natural Resources with $87 million.

Median family income for DeWitt County in 2002 was $26,953 compared to 2011 when it was $36,611.

The population here in 2002 was 20,015 and in 2011 it was 20,097.

The largest employer in DeWitt in 2006 was Cuero Community Hospital with 405 employees. In 2011 it was Cuero Independent School District with 400.

NEWS-VIEWSTATE

State, feds in standoff over women’s health program

By ED STERLING Texas Press Association

AUSTIN - Through the Texas Women’s Health Program, some 130,000 uninsured, low-income women ages 18 to 44 are provided with family planning exams, basic essential health screenings and birth control through Medicaid funding that is 90 percent federal and 10 percent state.

On March 31, the program will lose its federal funding if the state of Texas and the federal government don’t work out related issues that have become heavily politicized.

Federal and state law currently prohibit the funding of abortion services except in cases of rape, incest or life endangerment, but the state of Texas recently applied for a waiver of federal rules in hopes of operating the Women’s Health Program in a way that complies with a state law passed last year that eliminates abortion providers and their affiliates as qualified providers of the other women’s health services.

But the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services did not express any intention to grant a waiver that would allow the state to pick and choose among qualified providers. Gov. Rick Perry reacted, saying it is his intent to protect women’s health but not to allow the Obama administration to violate “states’ rights” by blocking the enforcement of a Texas law. And Perry said the Texas Health and Human

Services Commission “cannot ignore state law and allow taxpayer funds to be awarded to entities that perform or promote elective abortions or affiliate with entities that perform or promote elective abortions.” Perry mentioned Planned Parenthood in his statement.

State Rep. Mike Villarreal, DSan Antonio, in a March 6 news release responded to Perry’s statements, saying nearly half of the program’s clients receive services through Planned Parenthood, an organization that does not provide abortions at Women’s Health Program clinics.

On March 9, the non-profit, nonpartisan Center for Public Policy Priorities in Austin released recommendations to the federal government and to the state. Here are excerpts: • “The federal government should not flinch from strict enforcement of the federal law guaranteeing women freedom of choice in selecting their providers.

If the state implements its rule excluding Planned Parenthood, the federal government should end its participation in the Women’s Health Program immediately.”

• “The state should return to the old rules for the Women’s Health Program, which ensured that no program dollars subsidized abortion directly or indirectly, but did not bar Planned Parenthood from participating in the program. Alternatively, the state should delay implementa-

tion of its new rule while it turns to the courts to establish its authority to exclude Planned Parenthood. If it wins its case, then it can implement its rule excluding Planned Parenthood without jeopardizing federal funding. If it loses its case, then the Legislature can decide whether it wishes to end the program or continue the program without federal funding.”

DPS issues travel caution The Texas Department of Public Safety on March 6 urged students on spring break not to travel to Mexico.

“Drug cartel violence and other criminal activity represent a significant safety threat, even in some resort areas,” said DPS chief Steve McCraw, who added, “The situation in Mexico today is significantly different than it was just a decade ago.”

The DPS urged U.S. citizens living or traveling in Mexico to register with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate at https://travelregistration.state.gov /ibrs/ui/.

Cuero Wellness Center hosting 4th Annual Junior Wildflower Jog The Cuero Wellness Center will host the 4th Annual Junior Wildflower Jog on Saturday, March 31 at Cuero Municipal Park.

Registration will be held from 7 a.m. to 8:15.

The race will begin at 8:45 a.m.

The cost of entry is $5 per child.

All participants will receive an award.

For more information, contact the Cuero Wellness Center at 361275-9355 or the Cuero Chamber of Commerce at 361-275-2112.

BURIAL

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paupers in this county.

Deceased paupers without family or other means to pay for burial are buried at county expense in DeWitt County Pauper Cemetery near Cuero.

Monday the court approved an order that will establish a hierarchy of who should take possession of deceased paupers before the county assumes that cost.

The court noted the new order follows state law.

Court also heard a report on a recent audit of the DeWitt Jail commissary and inmate trust fund. Meeting with the commissioners was Sheriff Jode Zavesky, Jail Captain Crystal Irvin and County Auditor Carrie Rea. Zavesky said a detailed audit of this fund has not occurred in recent years. The commissary and inmate trust

fund deals with money inmate have to purchase phone cards, medicine, and commissary items. Proceeds from this fund are used by the jail to purchase inmate uniforms among other items.

However, for a variety of reasons the fund has not been reconciled to the bank account statement for that account. It was estimated the fund is off about $4,000 over a several year period.

Zavesky said Rea presented a list of procedures for the jail to use to reconcile the account and that she would be working that office each month to balance that account.

In future court meetings there are plans to discuss lowering the speed limit on the following county roads: Haefen, Mueller, Von Blackwill Lane and Bellevue Cemetery Road.

Support group starting Tuesday The “Life after Loss” grief support group will begin Tuesday, March 20 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero.

The program will last six weeks. Meetings will be held each Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The program is sponsored by the American Cancer Society and is free. Call 275-2845 for a reservation or more information.

March 13 first day to apply for ballot The first day to apply for a ballot by mail for the May 12 city and school elections is March 13.

DeWitt County Elections Administrator Patty Strieber reports the last day to apply for a ballot by mail for the May 12 city and school elections is May 4.

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Jobless rate drops again The Texas Workforce Commission on March 9 announced the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 7.3 percent in January, down from 7.4 percent in December. The 7.3 percent is Texas’ lowest unemployment rate since April 2009.

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NEWS-VIEWSPORTS

YHS track teams travel to Three Rivers

The Yorktown High School track teams travelled to Three Rivers to compete in the Arlen Zamzow Relays, a sixteen team meet.

Teams that participated were Poth, Rockport Fulton, Refugio, Falls City, Pettus, George West, Skidmore Tynan, Ben Bolt, Kenedy, Runge, Benavides, San Diego, Hebbronville, Cotulla, Tilden, Three Rivers and Yorktown.

“It wasn't ideal conditions with all the wind but the kids came out and fought hard.

There were some that wanted to complain but they are just going to have to get mentally tougher.

“The wind made handoffs alittle tricky and was difficult for the those relay legs running into it, as well as the distance and quarter kids.

“However, it should have helped with the hundred and 100/110 hurdles. Bottomline is, that everyone was competing in the same conditions, so basically it didn't have an impact on our placing, but it did effect those trying to break their personal records.

“A couple of our relays ran better times at this meet than we did at this time last year, so that's a good thing.

“Dustin did well placing second in the 300 hurdles after just trying it out this year and only have a few days of practice with them.

“Derek beat his 110 hurdle time from last week, the 800 Meter Relay competed hard and held on at the end to get second.

“Brandon Smith competed hard for just coming up from the JV to compete in all the relays this week. Cody also ran hard on the mile relay.

“As far as the girls go, I think Alyssa ran an exceptional leg on the mile relay. Micah Yeoman knocked two seconds off her split from last week as well.

“The 800 Meter Relay was right in the mix of things until they had a bad handoff going into the final leg. However I think in the end that will be a pretty solid relay.

“The JV boy relays all competed well coming in first in the sprint and second in the 800 m relay.

“The JV girls got third in all three relays and Rylann and Maddie got first and second in the 200m dash,” said Coach Alexander.

NEWS-VIEWOUTDOORS Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association award winners

Competition Results Derek Franke was third in the 110 Meter Hurdles and fourth in the Sprint Relay.

Dustin Metting was second in the 300 Meter Hurdles and fourth in the Mile Relay.

Brandon Smith was second in 800 Meter Relay, fourth in Sprint Relay, and fourth in the Mile Relay.

Kolbe Ybarra was second in 800 Meter Relay, fourth in Sprint relay, and fourth in mile relay.

Rodryck Williams was second in the 800 Meter Relay, third in the 100 Meters, and fourth in the Sprint Relay.

Dylan Martin was first in the Sprint Relay, third in the 200 Meters, and second in the 800 Meter Relay.

Jacob Garcia was first in the Sprint Relay, second in the 800 Meter Relay, and second in the 100 Meters.

Caleb Schendel was first in the Sprint Relay, second in the 800 Meter Relay, fifth in the 100 Meters.

Logan Romans was first in the Sprint Relay, second in the 800 Meter Relay, and fifth in the 200 Meters.

Jonathon Weischwill was fifth in the 300 Meter Hurdles and fifth in the 800 Meters.

Alyssa Leister was second in the Triple Jump, second in the Mile Relay, fourth in the 800 Meter Relay, and fifth in the Sprint Relay.

Mandi Henderson was second in the Mile Relay.

Kendalyn Naranjo was fourth in the 800 Meter Relay and fifth in the Sprint Relay.

Eliza Metting was second in the mile relay and fourth in the 800 Meter Relay.

Ashley Fitts was fifth in the Sprint Relay.

Micah Yeoman was second in the Mile Relay, fourth in the 800 Meter Relay, and fifth in the Sprint Relay.

Rylann Williams was first in the 200 Meters, third in the Sprint Relay, and third in the 800 Meter Relay Maddie Bryand was fourth in the Long Jump, second in the 200 Meters, third in the 400 Meter Relay, and third in the 800 Meter Relay.

Kelsey Lynch was third in the 400 Meter relay and third in the 800 Meter Relay.

Alana Stern was third in the 400 Meter Relay, third in the 800 Meter Relay, and sixth in the 300 Meter Hurdles.

Contributed photo

Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association Youth Division award winners were, from left, Mitchell Crain and Kaci Herman. Not pictured is Hunter Weldon.

Contributed photo

Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association Archery Division award winners were, from left, Doug Flessner and Speedy Hamilton.

Invites you to meet with other Texas conservatives

Yorktown Fire Station Hwy 72 (Main Street) Yorktown, Texas Monday, March 19, 2012 Meet and Greet 6:30 pm Program 7:00pm Special Guest Speaker: Chester “Buddy” Barnes Buddy has personally worked against the Obama Regime in Chicago. The knowledge and insight he will share are facts we all should know.

Topic: Grassroots Orgaizations

Members of the Marine Corps League and the VFW Post 6290 are gearing up for the upcoming Hog Hunt in Refugio County scheduled for the end of March.

The entry deadline is Saturday, March 24 and the deadline for weigh-in is Sunday, April 1 at 1 p.m.

Entry fee for each team is $200 per team, and each team may consist of two- to fourmen/women teams. There will be first-, second-, and third- place prize winners for the heaviest hog (field dress weigh-in).

Each team has up to three chances to bring in a heavy hog. Each team also has a chance to win $200 for the heaviest sow (field dress weigh-in), and/or a $200 for the heaviest boar (field dress weigh-in).

The prize money for first-, second-, and third- place winners will be base on the amount of entry teams. At time of registration, the name of the team, as well as the names of each team member will be required along with the $200 registration entry fee.

It is required that at time of weigh-in that there be at least two members of each team to eyewitness the weigh-in. The weigh-in will be done by members of the VFW and Marine Corps League.

For information, contact Richard Sanchez at 361-2186982 or Ron Nel-son at 361526-6034.

Spring turkey outlook good

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Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association General Division award winners were, from right, Virgil Brown, Jeff Tuttle Sr., and Charlie Weldon.

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Despite lingering dry conditions in some parts of Texas, prospects for this year’s spring turkey season remain promising, thanks to a carryover of mature gobblers, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department biologists.

Rio Grande spring turkey hunting season in the 54county South Zone runs March 17-April 29 with special youth-only weekends set for March 10–11 and May 5–6. In the 101 counties comprising the North Zone, the season opens March 31 and runs through May 13 with special youth-only weekends set for March 24–25 and May 19–20.

“We had phenomenal production in 2010, which means there should be plenty of two-year-old birds out there,” said Jason Hardin, TPWD turkey program leader.

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NEWS-VIEWDEWITT

Major highway intersection to get four-way stoplight

By COY SLAVIK News-View Managing Editor

Construction of KMCC pipeline spans seven-county region Project costs estimated $220 million

CUERO - A somewhat quieter, less flashy aspect of the search for petroleum in DeWitt County has been the construction of pipelines.

For over a year the steady trek of pipelines has made its way west to east with plans to move oil and condensate to refineries on the coast.

Kinder Morgan Crude and Condensate Pipeline Project is a 61-mile new construction and 109-mile existing natural gas pipeline that will be converted to liquids.

The 20”, 24” and 30” pipelines originate in Petrohawk’s Black Hawk Field in the Eagle Ford Shale. The line will extend to the Houston Ship Channel where it initially delivers condensate to multiple terminating facilities with access to local refineries, petrochemical plants and docks. The counties involved in this project include DeWitt, Victoria, Jackson, Wharton, Fort Bend, Harris and Brazoria.

This project is estimated to cost $220 million and is scheduled to be completed in June.

The pipeline will have a capacity for approximately 300,000 barrels per day and will initially transport 50,000 barrels per day of condensate for Petrohawk.

Allen Fore, director of public affairs for KinderMorgan, spoke at Cuero Rotary Club recently. He said just over 21 miles of the KMCC pipeline project will travel through DeWitt County.

There will also be a pump station constructed on Bell Road between Cuero and Yorktown. This station will provide pressure to transport condensate (and crude oil) from producers in the Eagle Ford

CUERO - Marla Jasek, transportation operations director for the Yoakum office of the Texas Department of Transportation, said Friday TxDOT has plans to install a four-way stoplight at the intersection of U.S. Highway 87 and State Highway 72 just outside of Cuero.

The intersection was the sight of a fatal wreck March 3 and has been the scene frequent crashes as traffic had increased due to the oil and gas boom.

“Whenever you put more vehicles through an intersection, you’re going to have more crashes,” Jasek said. “We’ve ordered the materials and we’re going to make it a fourway stop with our in-house crews. We’ll have flashing beacons everywhere and rubble strips on the pavement and ‘Stop Ahead’ on the pavement. We’re going to do everything we can to warn drivers there is going to be a stop condition.”

TxDOT is currently installing a full traffic signal light at the intersection of State Highway 72 and Esplanade in Cuero.

“We should get that signal up and running in the next week or two,” Jasek said.

Jasek said TxDOT will pull the curb radius back at the intersection so 18-wheelers won’t run over the curb. She said similar work will be done at the intersection of Esplanade and FM 1447 near H-E-B to allow trucks to make wider turns.

Jasek listed FM 240, FM 952 and State

Highway 72 are being targeted for repairs, according to Jasek. She said TxDOT will also perform a speed study on U.S. Highway 183 north of Cuero Community Hospital to see if the speed limit should be reduced.

“In 2010, U.S. 183 just north of the hospital had about 6,600 vehicles per day,” Jasek said. “We took a count in December and we’re up to 14,000 per day.”

Jasek said the FM roads have received extensive damage from large trucks. The recent rain is expected to make the high-usage roads to deteriorate even more.

“It used to be only 10 to 20 percent trucks on these roads,” Jasek said. “Now it’s 50 to 70 percent trucks.

“It’s not just affecting our major roadways, but it’s also affecting our FM roadways. FM 240 between Yorktown and Westhoff had 100 cars per day back in 2010. Now it’s over a thousand and it’s taking a toll on the roadway.”

Jasek also stressed that drivers use extreme caution with the high amount of trucks on the roads.

“We have inexperienced drivers,” Jasek said. “Probably everyone in this room has a story about something stupid a truck driver has done.”

Jasek said TxDOT is limited by state budget cuts.

“Our guys are doing their best to try to hold these roads together,” Jasek said. “We are facing budget issues. We’re trying to get to the damaged areas and take care of them.”

Deadline to make second-quarter tax payment is April 2 April 2 is the deadline for taxpayers that qualify to make their second quarter payment.

The quarter payment program only applies to homesteads with an over 65 exemption or a disabled exemption.

Under the quarter payment program, taxes are paid in four installments without penalty and interest.

March is the month for renewals on annual plates (combinations, etc.). Those who have not received notices may bring in their annual plate number and the information on the vehicle it applies to.

Those with truck-tractors with a weight of

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Kinder Morgan’s Allen Fore speaks to the Cuero Rotary Club recently.

Shale to customers in the Houston Ship Channel.

This station will cost $25 million to construct and will have 15,300 hp.

The capacity of the station is 300,000 barrels per day.

It covers about 99 acres.

Constructing the pipeline has not been without constroversy. With the strength of eminent domain over landowners, KMCCPP has earned negative reaction from some landowners which may have to be decided in court.

But as others have analyzed the project, when completed it should reduce the truck-tanker traffic on county roads considerably.

Some have estimated when the pipeline is pushing 50,000 bbls. a day to

Houston, it could reduce over 300 truck transports per day.

There is also the financial benefit of the project.

The pipeline will deal with 61 landowners which means lease checks.

The company also notes a large number of temporary construction jobs and it expects to pay about $863,000 in tax revenue locally.

Fore said his company is also attempting to publicize Kinder-Morgan Foundation that provides grants to nonprofit youth programs in the communities where they have operations. He said additional information is available at their website: www.kindermorgan.com.

55,000 lbs or more must bring in proof of heavy use tax.

Farm truck-tractors with a weight of 55,000 lbs must also show compliance with an IRS form 2290. There is not a fee, but the form must be completed and stamped.

Instructions for completing the IRS form 2290 may be found at www.irs.bov/ instructions/i2290/index.html.

A list of IRS offices may be found at www.irs.gov/localcontacts.

For more information, contact the regional vehicle and registration division at 512-3745271.

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UHV offering free tuition, fees for students that qualify The new UHV Guarantee will provide free tuition and fees at the University of Houston-Victoria for new Texas freshmen and sophomores from outside the Victoria area whose families meet certain income requirements.

Beginning in the fall, freshmen and sophomores whose families have an annual income of $50,000 or less can expect to have all of their tuition and fees covered by federal, state and/or university aid while they are obtaining their bachelor’s degree.

Those whose families have annual incomes from $50,001 to $90,000 will have 50 percent of their tuition and fees covered, and those with family incomes of more than $90,000 will receive up to a $1,000 UHV scholarship.

To be eligible for the UHV Guar-antee, a student must be: • A new UHV freshman or sophomore in fall 2012 • A Texas resident from outside the Victoria area pursing an undergraduate degree • Eligible to receive federal, state and/or university aid • Taking face-to-face classes on the Victoria campus at UHV To remain eligible for the UHV Guarantee, students must enroll in at least

12 semester credit hours at UHV each semester, remain in good academic standing and make satisfactory academic progress.

The UHV Guarantee covers tuition and fees during only the fall and spring semesters.

UHV already has accepted more than 750 freshmen and sophomores for the upcoming fall semester, although it is unknown how many of those students will actually enroll full time at the university.

UHV also plans on extending and expanding its financial aid opportunities in the fall for freshmen and sophomores who currently qualify for the Jaguar Pledge.

Those students may qualify to receive the UHV Guarantee, and award amounts will be based on annual family income levels and eligibility for federal and state support.

In addition to low tuition rates, the university will offer an array of financial aid options and personalized financial aid counseling for other students who do not qualify.

For information about the UHV Guarantee and other financial aid opportunities, call the UHV Office of Financial Aid at 361-570-4125 or toll free at 877-9704848, ext. 4125.

UHV soon will be establishing a webpage with further information about conditions, restrictions and how to apply for the UHV Guarantee.

St. Michael’s registration continuing through March Registration for the 2012-2013 school year at St. Michael’s School is being held through through Saturday, March 31.

To be eligible for the 3-year old program, students must be three years of age by Sept. 1, 2012. Students must be 4 years old before Sept. 1, 2012 for the pre-kindergarten program.

For kindergarten, a child must be 5 years of age before Sept. 1, 2012.

The pre-kindergarten program has two options. Students may attend until 11:45 a.m. or until 3:15 p.m. The kindergarten program is from 8 a.m. until 3:15 p.m.

Monthly tuition rates for kindergarten through sixth grade vary. Extended day care is available until 5:15 p.m. for all students enrolled at St. Michael’s School.

St. Michael’s has served the community of Cuero and the surrounding area for 134 years.

St. Michael’s Catholic School is a unique school in the city of Cuero because it is the only school that offers a faith-based curriculum with a foundation of gospel values. St. Michael’s Catholic School educates children of all faith backgrounds and helps advance the whole human family.

St. Michael’s Catholic School is accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department and recognized by TEA. The curriculum used is adopted by the Diocese of

WESTHOFF ISD Following is the Westhoff ISD breakfast menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring break Friday, March 16-spring break Monday, March 19-breakfast

pizza, cereal, milk/juice Tuesday, March 20-breakfast bagel, cereal, milk/juice Following is the Westhoff ISD lunch menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring

MEYERSVILLE ISD break Friday, Mach 16-spring break Monday, March 19-cheese burgers, burger salad, french fries, cookie, milk Tuesday, March 20-chicken tenders, scalloped potatoes, broccoli, fruit salad, hot rolls, milk

NORDHEIM ISD Following is the Nordheim ISD breakfast menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring break Friday, March 16-spring break Monday, March 19-banana

muffin, juice, milk Tuesday, March 20-cereal graham crackers, juice, milk Following is the Nordheim ISD lunch menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring

Victoria Catholic Schools.

Standardized testing for students in Grades K-6 consists of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills.

This is a norm-referenced test which specifies the student’s strengths and weaknesses and used for program development.

After-school care is offered until 5:15 p.m. on school days. Students attend weekly mass and receive daily religious instruction. Tuition assistance is available for those families who qualify.

The curriculum at St. Michael's Catholic School for Grades 1-6 includes religion, phonics or vocabulary, reading, English, spelling, math, science, social studies and physical education.

Electives include Spanish, computer, art and music. Grades 1-6 participate in the Private Schools Interscholastic Association (PSIA) academic competition. Grades 5-6 are involved in the Student Council. Grades 4-6 participate in athletics.

If you would like to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity for your child, please call the school at 277-3854 or stop by the school office. The number of spaces available for the Pre-K program is limited. Once that limit is reached, students will be placed on a waiting list until space becomes available. For more information, call the school office at 277-3854.

break Friday, March 16-spring break Monday, March 19-chalupa with cheese, lettuce and tomato, Spanish rice, fruit, milk Tuesday, March 20-diced chicken, mashed potatoes, garden salad, yeast rolls, fruit, milk

Following is the Meyersville ISD breakfast menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring break Friday, March 16-spring break Monday, March 19-Danish,

cereal, yogurt, juice/milk Tuesday, March 20-toast, sausage link, cereal, juice/milk Following is the Meyersville ISD lunch menu: Wednesday, March 14-spring break Thursday, March 15-spring

break Friday, March 16-spring break Monday, March 19-sausage on a stick, pork and beans, cornbread, muffin, pickle spear, fruit, milk Tuesday, March 20-mac and cheese with ham, cooked cabbage, black eye peas, biscuit, fruit, milk

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NEWS-VIEWYORKTOWN

YVFD gets donation from Citizens Bank Kirkland to speak at next Shutterbugs meeting

Tim Kirkland will present a program on Flower Photogra-phy at the DeWitt County Shutterbug Camera Club meeting on Tuesday, March 20 at 7 p.m. in the GVEC building at 909 E. Broadway in Cuero.

Kirkland is an experienced award-winning photographer from San Antonio who will be covering some easy ways to improve flower photos.

Topics will include camera setup, equipment notes, backgrounds, “art” photos and how to make an inexpensive light box.

Entries are currently being accepted at the Cuero Library for the Shutterbug annual Contest and Exhibition.

March 24 is the final date for entries into any of the various categories.

For complete rules please contact at Marsha Gibson at 361-275-6583 or at mlg42 @hughes.net or Dianna Bartosh at 275-6336 or dbartosh@txun.net.

The Photoshare for March will be “Black and White.”

Email photos to President Glenn Robertson at gljrob @sbcglobal.net or bring hard copies to the meeting.

The Cuero Public Library display features Dianna Bartosh and verticals.

The display at Wells Fargo Bank shows some of Glenn Robertson’s portrait photography and the Photoshare of Christmas family photos.

Frank Klein’s photography is featured at the Yoakum Library.

New members Jean Causey and Sandra Neely were welcomed last month.

Anyone with an interest in photography may come to the meetings.

The club emphasizes many different aspects of photography from beginner basics to advanced concepts.

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The Yorktown Volunteer Fire Department received a generous donation from the Citizens Bank. David Styra, branch president of the Yorktown branch of Citizens Bank said, “This check is for equipment and training need by the YVFD to enable the success of their activity in Yorktown and the surrounding area. All the firemen are volunteers. They do the work of the YVFD on their own time. This deserves recognition by all members of the community.”

NEWS-VIEWHISTORY

25 Years Ago March 11, 1987“Smellin’ Like A Rose” was the theme of the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Banquet held at the W.O.W. Hall on March 6, 1987.

Milton Jasek was named the Citizen of the Year while Arthur Goehring was named Outstanding Citizen. Larry Vasbinder was honored as the Outstanding Farmer/Rancher.

Newly elected directors are: Mike Janacek, President; Pat Wiggins, 1st Vice President; Robbie

Czaja, 2nd Vice President; Mark Weischwill, Treasurer; and DeWayne Curry, assistant Treasurer.

Janie Metting serves as Secretary. ❋❋❋ Clarence Smart Jr. was honored with a birthday barbeque by his parents.

Grandparents and other relatives enjoyed the evening. ❋❋❋ Mitchell Dwayne Merks turned one year old on February 23, 1987, but celebrated his first birthday on March 1st with a barbeque hamburger meal and

his very own bear cake.

Mitchell is the son of Harlen and Tammy Merks. ❋❋❋ Jackie Mayfield and Keenan Landrum were chosen to represent Yorktown High School at Girls and Boys State this summer. ❋❋❋ A large crowd attended the annual Miss Nordheim and Little Miss and Mister Nordheim Pageant held in the Nordheim High School Auditorium.

Amanda Koricanek was named Miss Nordheim and

Wieland reunion scheduled for March 24 The descendants of Friedrick and Wilhelmine Wieland will hold their family reunion on Saturday, March 24 at the fire station in Yorktown.

Family members will begin gathering at 11 a.m.

The main dish will be provided by David and Vera Crawford. Other family members should

bring a side dish and a dessert.

Paper goods and tea will be furnished Family members are

asked to mark their calendars, remind out-of-town relatives, and make plans to attend. All family members and friends are welcome.

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Plenty of Buyers - All Classes of Livestock “Your Business Is Appreciated

St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Hall!

B.J. Thibodeaux & Absoulute Band $8 Pitchers Green Beer (While it lasts)

$2 Domestic Beer

Wear Your Best “Green”!

Auction Cafe Open Only on Mon. 7 a.m. to End of Sale

Saturday, March 17 Yorktown Community Hall

Bus. Phones 582-1561 or 582-1562 Res. Phone 582-1052 Nixon, Texas

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Opthalmology (Cataract Surgery) George Boozalis, M.D. Urology (Urinary Tract) Robert Ryan III, M. D.

Monday -March 19th Cardiology (Heart) Dakshesh Parikh, M.D. General Surgery Matthew Janzow, M.D. Nephrology (Kidneys) George Osuchukwu, M.D. Podiatry (Feet) Neil Campbell, D.P.M.

Tuesday - March 20th

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Styra, who took the float using the City of Yorktown’s pickup. ❋❋❋ Pauline Buelter, Lola Amador and Louise Solomon enjoyed a fishing trip to Rockport and reported catching a number of trout. ❋❋❋ Mary Ann and Marilyn Griffin were home for the weekend visiting with family and friends. They also attended the Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

Outpatient Center Schedule

Cuero Community Hospital accepts traditional Medicare.

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Kimberly Karnei, Little Miss Nordheim. Trevor Schuenemann won the title of Little Mister Nordheim. ❋❋❋ DeWitt County Judge Ben Prause of Cuero was a visitor around town Friday evening. ❋❋❋ The newly redecorated float made its first appearance in the Victoria Livestock Show Parade on Saturday, March 7th.

Riding the float were Nicky Deason and Tracy Richmond. They were accompanied by Wayne

9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Doors Open at 8!!! $5 Cover at the Door

Cardiology (Heart) Harish Chandna, M.D. Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Jennifer Hennessee,M.D. Pain Management J. L. White Jr., M.D.

Wednesday - March 21st Cardiology (Heart) Robert Oakley Jr., M.D. General Surgery (Operation) William Wagner, M.D. Oncology/Hematology (Cancer/Blood) Ahmad Qadri, M.D. Orthopedic (Bone & Joint) Trent Twitero, M.D. Podiatry (Feet) Neil Campbell, D.P.M.

Happy 40th Birthday – the recommended age for a mammogram These physicians are independent contractors and are not employees of Cuero Community Hospital.

To view Specialty Clinic’s monthly schedule and CCH Services, go to www.cuerohospital.org.

For information or appointments call Central Scheduling at 361-275-0170.

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Joe Reuss, left, and Wayne Adickes operate an antique phonograph at the Cuero Heritage Museum last week. Reuss and Adickes have loaned old radios and phonographs to the museum and they will be on display until the middle of April.

Photos by Elizabeth Rodriguez/ Yorktown News/View

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USDA representative Dorothy Aupperle speaks during Friday’s seminar in the Blackwell Room at the Chisholm Trail Museum.

USDA’s Aupperle explains energy efficiency programs at Friday seminar

By ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ The Yorktown News-View

CUERO - USDA Rural Development held a seminar on March in the Blackwell Room of the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum on Friday.

The three programs discussed were Rural Housing Services, Rural Business Service and Rural Utility Service.

One topic for discussion was the renewable energy and energy efficiency programs that were available for the Rural Business Services.

Dorothy Aupperle, USDA representative shared her experience, “I worked on one renewable energy project. The man had a ranch and a water well. He was watering his cattle and was using a generator to pump the water to run the well. We put in solar panels.

Of course, he had to put them up on stilts and put the solar panels on top. It was kind of convenient because it made a nice shed for his equipment underneath ... I thought that was a great use of funds to get into ener-

gy efficiency.”

Aupperle stated the organization was able to help him because he was expanding on something that already existed. “He already had a well, and already had a generator pumping the water so we could help him because he was replacing something he already had.”

She said that the organization was able to help fund 75 of that project with a combination of loans and grants.

“There are so many ways small business or producers could get into energy efficiency. It could be a restaurant that wants to put in solar panels or wind,” Aupperle said.

USDA Rural Development serves seven counties, Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca and Victoria. The local area office is in the Edna and can be reached by calling 361-782-7151 extension 4.

Aupperle mentioned that the facility that the meeting was held in had ties to the organization. The parking lots were funded with assistance from USDA.

KCB ‘Extravaganza’ March 24 on a first-come, first-served CUERO - The Keep Cuero Keep Cuero Beautiful basis.

Beautiful Committee will Live animals, guns and host the Sixth Annual Garage ‘Extravaganza’ ammo will not be accepted Sale “Extrava-ganza” from 8 to be sold. a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, WHEN: Saturday, March 24 Groups or individuals may March 24.

WHERE: Cuero Municipal Park purchase a space or two The community is invited INFORMATION: 361-275-2112 spaces for a booth. The City to participate in the sale. or lhenderson2@stx.rr.com of Cuero will waive the KCB encourages non-profits, garage sale permit required. such as schools, sports, Booth spaces are available on the inner church groups or civic clubs, to take advantage of this opportunity to reach a large and floor or around the perimeter of the pavilion.

Because of the city’s pavilion expansion enthusiastic crowd of shoppers.

The committee encourages those who are project last summer, there will be more interested in participating to start spring perimeter spaces available to rent this year.

Entry forms are available at the Cuero cleaning now and gather items that are clean, useable, and will fill a void in someone Chamber of Commerce, 124 E. Church, 361else’s closet, home or yard for the sale. Items 275-2112. For more information, email Henderson at lhenderthat are welcome for the sale include craft Linda items, fun art, sports equipment, furniture, son2@stx.rr.com.

KCB will be selling quarts of hot, spicy tools, and all types of new or used household dill pickles and requests that anyone who has items.

Food vendors are also welcome at the sale. glass quart jars taking up space donate them KCB will rent booth spaces to food vendors to the organization.

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Cuero Heritage Museum showcasing old radios, antique phonographs

By ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ The Yorktown News-View CUERO - The Cuero Heritage Museum and the Cuero Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture are now displaying an exhibit of oldtime radios and phonographs.

The museum is borrowing the personal collections of Joe Reuss and Wayne Adickes for the exhibit.

The phonograph was invented in 1877 by Thomas Alva Edison in his laboratory in Menlo Park, N.J. Two competing technologies quickly evolved, those that used the cylinder as a recording device, and those that used a flat disk. Initially, those machines that used a cylinder were called phonographs, and those machines that used the flat disk were called gramophones. However, by the early twentieth century, the general public began using the word “phonograph” for both ma-chines.

In 1901, The Victor Talking Machine Company was established. Their “Victrola” line of machines quickly became a dominant force in the gramophone market. Eventually, the public came to call any record player a “Victrola.”

Adickes says that his collection was acquired over a 40 year period. His interest from collecting the machines and records comes from their history and his ability to lis-

ten to original recordings.

“I have a record of the Beautiful Blue Danube played by the Johann Strauss Orchestra. I have a record of the Washington Post march played by John Philip Sousa Band. You can play and hear as it was recorded. They’re the stars of yesterday,” Adickes said.

Adickes says he appreciates the effort that went into producing some records.

“Everything was done almost mechanically. When they recorded the cylinder records, they could only make one record at a time.

There’s a famous song, which I can’t remember, the man had to sing it over 2,000 times.”

Adickes says he collects records, but only to a limited extent.

“If I find a famous person that made a recording, I’ll try to get it. One of the most famous opera singers in the world was Enrico Caruso. I found a whole album of his recorded in 1916, and I now can listen to what he really sounded like,” Adickes said.

Reuss said he also enjoys listening to Caruso records.

Currently, Adickes has his eyes open for a special recording.

“Right now I’m looking for an original recording of the dance music from the Turkey Trot.”

The exhibit will be on display until midApril.

Wildflower 5k on March 31 The Cuero Wellness Center will host the 13th Annual Wildflower 5k on Saturday, March 31 at Cuero Municipal Park.

Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the race begins at 8 a.m. Awards will be presented at 9:15 a.m.

The cost is $20 per person before March 23 or $25 per person on race day. The cost for

high school students is $15 before March 23 or $20 on race day. A T-shirt is gaurenteed to the first 60 people to register.

For more information, contact the Cuero Wellness Center at 361-275-9355 or the Cuero Chamber of Commerce at 361-2752112.

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Yorktown Historical Museum 114 West Main Open: from Thurs.,1pm Fri., &- 4pm Sat. Open & by10am-2pm appointment For More Information Call 361-564-9115, call Irene Wulf 361-943-5243 or 361-564-3334 564-2345

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NEWS-VIEWPOLICE&COURTS DEWITT COUNTY ARREST REPORT

EDITOR’S NOTE: All subjects listed in the following arrest report are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, in a fair trial before a jury of their peers.

In the event of dropped/reduced charges, The News-View will publish an additional notice at the request of the arrestee. In order to do so, official documentation supporting the claim from the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office, Cuero Police Department or Yorktown Police Department must be submitted to The News-View by the arrestee.

----Following is the DeWitt County arrest report for March 2-8 as submitted to The NewsView by the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office: Jail Average Daily Count – 77 Inmates Housed for Other Agencies – 17

of property (two or more previous convictions). Bond of $5,000. Theft of property (two or more previous convictions Lavaca Co.). Bond of $25,000.

Yoakum PD. Missy Garcia, of Cuero.

Forgery financial instrument.

Bond of $5,000. Failure to appear - child support (motion for enforcement). Cash bond of $1,500. DCSO. David Glenn Moss, of Rockport. Possession of controlled substance PG1<1g.

Bond of $2,500. Possession of marijuana <2oz. Bond of $1,000. Driving while intoxicated. Bond of $1,000. DPS. Eric Nicholas Mendez, of Yorktown. Capias pro fine/public intoxication. Fine of $389. Yorktown PD. Thomas Lopez, of Seguin.

Driving while intoxicated 2nd (72 hours commitment). No bond, DCSO.

March 2

Michael T. Jenkins, of Basle.

Class C/public intoxication (30 days to pay). Class C/disorderly conduct-fighting (30 days to appear). Unlawful carrying weapon. Bond of $1,000. Deadly conduct. Bond of $1,000. Disorderly conduct (display firearm). Bond of $1,000.Yorktown PD. Calvin Wade Garrett Jr., of Mead. Class C/public intoxication (30 days to pay). Class C/ disorderly conduct-fighting (30 days to appear). Class C/assault by threats. (30 days to appear). Terroristic threat.

Bond of $1,000.Yorktown PD. Zackary Dobbs, 24, of

March 4

Michael Benjamin Griggs, of Georgetown. Driving while intoxicated. Bond of $2,000.

Cuero PD. Sterling Williams Pick, of Cuero. Motion to revoke probation/felony driving while intoxicated. No bond. Motion to revoke probation/aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Bond of $75,000. DCSO. Tasha Nicole Johnson, of Yoakum. Theft by check. Bond of $1,000. DCSO.

March 3 Darren Fitzgerald Washington, of Yoakum. Theft

Cotulla. Assault causes bodily injury family violence. Bond of $1,500. Assault causes bodily injury. Bond of $1,000.

Possession of controlled substance PG2<2oz. Bond of $1,000. Cuero PD.

March 5 Kaleigh Green, 22, of Meyersville. Theft of property >=$50<$500. Bond of $1,000.

Criminal mischief >$50. Bond of $1,000. DCSO.

March 6 Rayfield Pleasant Jr., 50, of Yoakum. Revocation of probation/burglary of habitation.

Bond of $75,000. DCSO. John Allen Ashenbeck, 43, of Cuero. Burglary of a habitation. Bond of $ 5,000.00. Cuero PD. Steven Ramirez, 22, of Cuero. No liability insurance (plea for payments). Display expired license plate (plea for payments). No/expired auto registration (plea for payments). Class C/failure to appear (plea for payments).

Class C/failure to appear. (plea for payments). Cuero PD.

March 7 Drew Dowlearn, 26, of Cuero. Violation of probation/possession of marijuana <2oz. (Victoria Co). DCSO. Brett Garner Harris, 32, of Yoakum. Burglary of building.

Bond of $ 7,500. Child support.

No bond.Yoakum PD. Keith Donald Seglem, 31, of Yorktown. Driving while license invalid with previous conviction.

Bond of $ 800. Yorktown PD.

NEWS-VIEWDEWITT DEWITT COUNTY PUBLIC RECORDS Marriage licenses

Krystopher T. Damian and Brittany F. White James T. Brown and Janie A. Brown Travis J. Epps and Michelle H. Holster Javier A. Perez-Lara and Margaret DeLosSantos

Deeds Amanda Davis to Henry Henkes III David E. Lam to David E.

Lam and Mary Alicia Leggett Lam, 577.686 acres-K. W. Barton Guy Lambert Dolan to Patrick and Darleen Dolan Trust, City of Cuero Bruns Revocable Living Trust, Ernest L. Bruns Sr., Ernest Lee Bruns Sr., Estate of Katherine H. Bruns, deceased to Ernest L. Bruns Sr. and Ernest Lee Bruns Sr., 78.40 acres-Samuel B. Carson Quincey L. Whittington to

Paul Fredenthal and Rebecca Fredenthal, 5 acres-Geoge W. Davis Justin Scott Cooper to Charles Cox and Kelli Cox, 5 acres-Samuel Lockhart

Wills and administrations filed for probate Emerence M. Fanellideceased Inez R. Ortiz-deceased

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DEWITT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ACTIVITY REPORT Following is the DeWitt County Sheriff’s activity report for March 2-8 as submitted to The News-View by the DCSO. Number of loose livestock calls - 12 Calls made or assisted DPS with crash scene - 4

March 2 Responded to a reckless driver call on Hwy. 87S Responded to a disturbance on Harms Rd. Attempted to locate an accident on Hwy. 72W Responded to a loose livestock call on Hwy. 183S Checked location for possible stolen property on Sycamore Ln. Located a reckless driver on Hwy. 87S Responded to an injured animal on FM 236 Attempted to locate a reckless driver on Hwy. 87S Located a reckless driver on Hwy. 183N Located a reckless driver on Thomaston River Rd. Assisted EMS with an escort from Yorktown through Cuero Spoke with a complainant about her missing daughter in 100 block of S. Lynch Ave. Assisted DPS with an accident on Hwy. 87S Assisted Yorktown EMS with a medical call in 900 block of E. Main St.

March 3 Attempted to locate reckless driver on Hwy. 87N Spoke to complainant in reference to a civil matter on Gruenau Rd. Assisted DPS with a fatality accident on Hwy. 87N Spoke to caller in reference to a phone scam on Thomaston River Rd. Assisted DPS with accident on Hwy. 183N Responded to an abandoned vehicle call on FM 1447 Attempted to locate loose livestock on Hwy. 72W Assisted Cuero PD with a criminal trespass Responded to a disturbance in 300 block of Crestview Dr. Spoke with an emotionally disturbed person on Hwy. 72 Assisted a motorist on Hwy. 87S Responded to a report of loud music on Martinez Rd.

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Served civil paper on Hwy. 119N Assisted Yorktown PD with a disturbance in 300 block of Hwy. 72E

March 4 Placed loose livestock back in pen on FM 237 Attempted to locate loose livestock on FM 952 Responded to a report of suspicious sounds in 300 block of Kaiser-Adams Rd. Responded to a reported dispute in 400 block of Hwy. 87S Responded to a lapsed accident with property damage in 3500 block of Hay on Hwy. 119S Responded to a reported threat call in 8800 block of Cabeza Rd. Checked out a report of abandoned property in 13500 block of FM 237 Responded to a report of someone shooting off guns on Buchhorn Rd. Located a reckless driver on Hwy. 183N Assisted a stranded motorist on Hwy. 87N Removed an animal carcass from roadway on Hwy. 183S Performed a civil standby in 200 block of E. Live Oak Performed a business check in 200 block of Broadway

March 5 Responded to a report of suspicious activity on Live Oak Rd. Spoke with a complainant about an accident that happened in the county Checked out a business on Lockhart Cemetery Rd. Performed a business check in 400 block of Hwy. 87S Removed an animal carcass on Hwy. 183N Responded to a loose livestock call on FM 237 Responded to a loose livestock call on Hrabovsky Rd. Responded to an animal case on Cook Ave. Responded to a loose livestock call on Hwy. 183N Responded to a loose livestock call on FM 951 Responded to a reckless driver call on Hwy. 119S Responded to a loose livestock call on Hwy. 77A Responded to a residential alarm on Dubose Ranch Rd.

March 6 Responded to a fire on Tulley Rd. Responded to a welfare check on Crestview Rd. Took a theft call on Terrell St. Responded to a loose livestock call on Immenhauer Rd. Took a report on identity theft on Hwy. 183S Responded to a loose livestock call on FM 2980 Assisted DPS with an accident on Hwy. 87S Responded to a shots fired call on Buchhorn Rd. Checked on a suspicious person on 5-Mile Rd. Assisted with information on Gruenau Rd. Assisted a motorist on Hospital Drive

March 7 Checked out an abandoned vehicle on Hwy. 87N Checked on a suspicious vehicle on Barnhart Ranch Rd. Checked on an abandoned vehicle on Hwy. 77A Attempted to serve a warrant on Aransas Pass Responded to subject with a pistol on Bellevue Cemetery Rd. Responded to a reported fire in 8300 block of Hwy. 87S Performed a business check on Hwy. 72E Assisted Yorktown PD with an arrest on 1st St.

March 8 Served a commitment order on an subject in 200 block of E. Live Oak Responded to a report of suspicious activity in 700 block of Harms Rd. Attempted to locate a reported accident on FM 108 Performed business checks throughout the county Responded to an accident on Rainbow Rd. Assisted a homeless male on Hwy. 72W Spoke to a caller in reference to a civil matter on FM 3157 Took a theft report on Spies Rd. Responded to a loose livestock call on Hwy. 87S Assisted EMS with a landing zone for Airlife on Hwy. 87N Responded to a report of spotlighting on Boldt Rd.

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DeWitt County

MARKETPLACE

The Classified Pages that serve all of DeWitt County, including Cuero, Yorktown, Meyersville, Nordheim and Westhoff.

In Cuero call (361) 275-3464 119 East Main St. • Cuero, TX 77954

Sell It Here!

In Yorktown call (361) 564-2242 133 East Main St. • Yorktown, TX 78164

Mastercard and Visa Accepted. Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Deadline: Monday, 10:00a.m.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Legals Cuero ISD is seeking proposals for Food Service Management for the 2012-2013 school year with option of four 1-year renewals.

Contact Harold R. High II, Assistant Superintendent for Business, 405 Park Drive, Heights Cuero, Texas 77954.

(361) Phone 275-1900, Fax (361)e-mail 275-8597 ahigh@cueroisd.org.

Pre-Proposal Con ference and Tour is 2:30 pm 04/12/2012 at the Cuero ISD Administration Of fice. RFP’s are due 2:00 pm 04/17/2012.

Public Notices INVITATION FOR BID The Housing Authority of the City of Runge, Texas will receive bids for: Replacement Win dows of 6-8 units

Until 2 p.m. Central Time on the 10th day of April 2012, at 406 North Helena, Runge, Texas 76151, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read out loud.

Proposed forms of contract documents, including plans and specifications are on file at the Office of the Housing Authority of the City of Runge at 406 N. Helena, Runge, Texas 76151, and at the Office of William T a m m i n g a Architects at 1716 Clifford Drive, Austin, Texas 78733.

Copies of the documents may be obtained by depositing $30.00 with the Housing Authority of the City of Runge for each set of documents so obtained. Such deposit will be refunded to each person who returns the plans,

specifications, and other documents in good condition within 10 days after bid opening.

A certified check or bank draft, payable to the Housing Authority of the City of Runge; a U.S. Government bond; or a satisfactory bond executed by the bidder and acceptable sureties in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the bid shall be submitted with each bid.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish and pay for satisfactory performance and payment bond or bonds.

Attention is called to the provisions for equal employment opportunity, and payment of not less than the minimum salaries and wages as set forth in the Specifications must be paid on this project.

The Housing

Authority of the City of Runge reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any information in the bidding.

No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of 45 days subsequent to the opening of bids without consent of the Housing Authority of the City of Runge.

NOTICE: public sale of property to satisfy landlord’s lien, Sat. 3/31, 10 a.m. Green Door Mini Storage, 1196 St. Hwy 72-W, Yorktown, TX (Across from Super S). Unit A-8 , rented

by Ronnie White: refrigerator, bikes, aquarium, weights, bags contents un known. Unit A-15 rented by Sandra Kozok: furniture, blankets, baby carrier, drill, 8 rods and reels, tackle box, net, mat tresses, boxes contents unknown.

Highest cash bidder. $100 cleanup deposit.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION DeWitt County will conduct an online auction of surplus county equipment, beginning Saturday March 24, 2012 through Saturday March 31, 2012. Bidders must log on at www.govdeals.com and register (free) as a bidder.

Auction items in clude, but not limited to: Heavy equipment including tractors, shredder, wood chipper, cab & chassis for large trucks, tilt bed trailer, sweeper, dump truck, various small equipment for offices and other miscellaneous items.

Please see all information on www. govdeals.com.

Lost & Found

LOST: Jenny donkey 6yrs old. Nopal area.

361-564-4594.

New, very nice efficiency apt/fur nished/storage bldg/ utilities paid, $900 mon. Large 3/2 great area $1150 mon.

361-277-3564.

REAL ESTATE Homes For Sale Will pay cash & quick closing for quality homes, large lots & small acreage in Cuuero. Any size or price considered.

Call 361-277-3564 or 361-649-9114.

Nice house and garage in the town of Taft. 3BR 2BA. Completely remodeled on 1 1/2 corner lots.

DEWITT COUNTY MARCH 01, 2012

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BY VIRTUE OF

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DATED

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of DeWitt County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on March 1, 2012, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in April, 2012, the same being the 3rd day of said month, at the door facing the flag pole of the Courthouse of the said County, in the City of Cuero , Texas, between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day , beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of DeWitt and the State of Texas, to-wit: Suit No. 04-03-8786, Account No(s). 29960-00327-02250, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. ROBERT JAMES JOHNSON, ET AL, Real Estate described as: 8.307 acres, Nicholas McNutt Survey, Abstract 327, DeWitt County, Texas, as described in partition deed dated, November 8, 1990, by and between Robert James Johnson, etal, and Robert James Johnson, etal, recorded in Volume 350 Page 671, Deed Records of DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $20,770.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $2,472.02; Sale Notes: Suit No. 05-05-8896, Account No(s). 32750-00365-00340, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. LUTISCHE SILLMAN, ET AL, Real Estate described as: 15.31 Acres, more or less, situated in the John Nelson Survey, Abstract 365, Dewitt County, Texas, and described in deed dated March 25, 1986 from Lola D. Johnson to Elmoris H. Johnson, recorded in Volume 322, Page 735, Official Records of DeWitt County, Texas, of which .0.64 Acre, more or less, lies within road right-of-ways as described in Judgment dated July 1, 1911 under Cause Number 3412 and Styled Thomas Hopkins, et al vs. Leticia Cartwright, et al, and recorded in the District Clerk's Court Minutes of Dewitt County, Texas, leaving a residue of 14.67 Acres, more or less., with an adjudged value of $36,880.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $15,268.77; Sale Notes: Suit No. 06-09-9009, Account No(s). 24950-00005-00090, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. EARL S. PRATER, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Lots 9 and 10, Block 5, Lackey & Sheridan Addition, DeWitt County, Texas, as described in Volume 118, Page 387 and Volume 115, Page 356, Deed Records of DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $28,610.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $11,888.57; Sale Notes:

Yorktown-Roomy 4BD 2BA home. Utility room w/space for freezer. Abundant kitchen cabinets, 2 pantries, lots of closets. Several out buildings, inc. 1 for travel trailer. City water & sewer. Recent Timberline roof. 455’ deep lot w/rear entry.

Convenient location.

More info on Craigslist.com. Call 281-844-5687.

3BR 1BA in York town. $65,000. 361649-8156.

FOUND Cow. Cotton Patch area. If yours, leave message.

832-423-5035.

STATE OF TEXAS AN ORDER OF SALE

Beautiful 3br 2ba home on 2 city lots w/great view in Cuero! Workshop, garage, morgan bldg 2 covered decks.

This is a must see!

Call Tom Lee @ 361-573-0206 or 361-489-5285!

LOST dog from 72E near Nordheim.

White/Brown mixed breed.

361-9387476.

Dog found Wednesday. Metting & We unch Rd, Yorktown.

713-299-1035.

NOTICE OF SALE

Nice neighborhood.

1 block from Hwy 181. Call 361-8500776.

Homes For Rent

Pretty Yellow House 2 bedroom Central Heat & Air Safe Good Area.

303 E.S. Railroad $1,000/$500 deposit Call 361-275-2569.

Large 3/2, garage, carport, fenced yard, two storage sheds.

Great area. $1,150 mon. + dep. + ref.

361-277-3564.

Apartments For Rent Great One Bedroom Living Room and Kitchen. Lots of windows. Very Elegant. C/A/H. Safe Good Area.

$600/$350 deposit.

277-8947.

Lovely 1 Bedroom Nice Kitchen Living Area Combination.

Central air/heat Good Area. $450/250 deposit 277-8947.

Available: 3 Room Office suite in professional building on Esplanade.

275-6334.

Two story ware house with office for lease, large entry door into warehouse, 712 E. Broadway.

Commercial Prop One year lease or more and serious For Sale inquires only. Can be seen Mon.-Fri. 8-5 or by appt.

COMMERCIAL 361-275-8208 FOR SALE/LEASE Double Bar K (Lease Partial or Rentals.

Whole) BY OWNER Land For Sale 4.5 acres w/home.

Minerals! 157 acre 534 S. US Hwy 183 ranch with 6000’ on South edge of barn/hangar, 2000’ town. Hwy 183 & 87 barn/hangar, water exposure with high improved wells, traffic count. grasses, post oaks Easy access with and live oaks. Seller Hwy frontage. will convey all owned Shown by minerals, $4,995 p/a. appointment only.

Mel 361-649-8442.

Simonton, broker 940-659-8042.

Commercial Prop For Rent Hwy frontage retail space plus 6 offices and parking for lease, 712 E. Broadway. One year lease or more and serious inquires only. Can be seen Mon.-Fri. 8-5 or by appt. 361275-8208 Double Bar K Rentals.

4 bay shop with of fice, enclosed park ing lot for lease, 712 B. E. Broadway. One year lease or more and serious inquires only. Can be seen Mon.-Fri. 8-5 or by appt. 361-275- 8208 Double Bar K Rentals.

Storage units for rent multi sizes or 30 x 100 building for rent. be seen Can Mon.-Fri. 8-5 or by appt. 361- 275-8208 Bar K Double Rentals.

Cash lump sum payments for Mineral Rights and Royalty Interests 713-5322466 Call Suzie.

Land for sale. 4 acres. $20,000. End of Matthew St. 361-275-6925.

115 acres between and Nordheim Runge with 25% minerals offered for $3,995 per acre. Mel Simonton, Bro ker 940-659-8042.

265 acres, Refugio County. Good hunt ing, boating, fishing, & cattle. Barn, electricity, 2 water wells, 1 mile of river frontage. Call 361526-4505.

Land For Lease Approx. 6 Acres for lease just outside city limits. Call 2779175.

Suit No. 10-05-9273, Account No(s). 49350-00086-00042, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. RICKY PEREZ, ET AL, Real Estate described as: 0.172 acre, more or less, being a portion of Block 86, Nau Addition, an addition to the City of Yorktown, DeWitt County, Texas, as described in deed dated September 17, 2001, from Ismael Perez, et ux. to Ricky Perez, in Volume 99, Page 509, Official Public Records of DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $12,590.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $7,569.12; Sale Notes: Suit No. 10-09-9334, Account No(s). 30600-00001-00115-000055, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. JOHN ELDRIDGE, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Personal Property consisting of a 28 x 48 1998 Palm Harbor Mobile Home, Label No. PFS0474556 & PFS0474557, DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $24,080.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $2,458.12; Sale Notes: Suit No. 10-09-9337, Account No(s). 09750-00008-00042-000055, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. CHARLES GRANT, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Personal Property consisting of a 16 x 76 1999 Town & Country/T & C Mansion Mobile Home, Label No. NTA1008124, DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $20,940.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $5,517.17; Sale Notes: Suit No. 11-05-9363, Account No(s). 07550-00014-00010, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. EDWARD M. WADE, ALSO KNOWN AS EDWARD MORRIS WADE, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Lot 1, Centennial Addition, Section "N", an addition to the City of Cuero, DeWitt County, Texas, as described in Volume 61, Page 266, Official Public Records of DeWitt County, Texas, with an adjudged value of $23,030.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $3,496.95; Sale Notes: (any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, DeWitt County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

Dated at Cuero, Texas, March 1, 2012

Suit No. 06-09-9009, Account No(s). 41300-00001-00010, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. EARL S. PRATER, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Lot 1, Block 1, Southern Heights Addition, an addition to the City of Cuero, DeWitt County, Texas, as described in Volume 169, Page 665, Deed Records of DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $650.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $458.76; Sale Notes: Suit No. 06-09-9009, Account No(s). 33750-00005-00050, DEWITT COUNTY, ET AL VS. EARL S. PRATER, ET AL, Real Estate described as: Lots 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 and 12, Block 5, Oak Park Addition, an Addition to the City of Cuero, DeWitt County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 124, Page 584, Deed Records of DeWitt County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $13,600.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $5,021.53; Sale Notes:

Notes: The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP., attorney for plaintiffs, at (512) 634-3709

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DeWitt County MARKETPLACE The Classified Pages that serve all of DeWitt County.

In Cuero call (361) 275-3464 • In Yorktown call (361) 564-2242

2001 Chevy Tahoe.

V-8 Loaded. 160,000 miles. One owner, condition. good $5800. 564-9428, 646-9122.

Motorcycles Routine mainte nance/repairs Honda, Suzuki, Polaris, ATVs, UTVs, motorcycles.

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Recreational Vehicles RV Space. Utillities paid. $375.00.

361-275-5901.

28ft BPull Travel Trailers Queen Bed Room. Financing Available www.tx traveltrailers.com Sleeps 4-6 Like NEW 979 743 1514 or 800-369-6888.

40’ Covered RV space. $500. month.

No utilities included.

275-4109.

For Sale: Like new motor home with 24,000 miles. 38 ft.

At Carmona’s.

277-8500.

ITEMS FOR SALE General Merchandise

Tires for Sale. 4 Goodyear all terrains 295-65-18. Less than 5k miles. Paid $275 each asking $125 each. Contact Paul @ 361-799- 9194.

Experienced farm or ranch hand. Full time. No weekends.

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NEW LISTING!! 1007 East Morgan

Your local DQ is now accepting appli cations for more SMILING faces!

Appilcants must have a flexible schedule, must be able to multi-task and work at a fast pace. More details at the store or call for more information to 361-275-2396 ask for Darcel.

Learn a trade. Get a raise. We have jobs.

Call 361-275-4009.

Ledwik Oilfield Ser vice is taking appli cations for experi enced Forklift Operators. Must have CDL. Apply at 2105 N. McLeod. Phone # 361-275-9805.

Bail Bond Agent Wanted. Honest, Reliable, Available 24/7. Call Monica 830-769-3948.

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Cuero Garage Sales 8-5, Saturday. 1406 Stockdale Street.

Fri, March 16, 8-8; Sat, March 17, 8-2; Misc Household, Furniture, Adult Clothing; 605 2nd St. Large Garage Sale!

302 East Live Oak. 3/16 & 3/17. 10a-5p.

HUGE GARAGE SALE 502 W. HEATON Fri. March 16th& Sat. March 17th 8-5. Furniture, washer and dryer, Baseball Memora bilia (autographed baseballs & baseball cards) clothes, lots and lots of misc!!

Yorktown Garage Sales 435 Stark. Fri./Sat. 8-? B-O-G-O. Free stuff, lawn mower, chairs, new tire, clothes, lots more!

Inside Sale! Knives, appliances, boat motor, misc. 600 2nd St. Thurs, Fri, Sat. St. Patrick’s Day Sidewalk/Garage Sale.

Saturday, March 17. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 131 E. Main -The Hen House.

Zebra area rug, shop light, extra- large wrought iron plant stand, more! Come see!

Misc / Free FREE to country home. 7mo. old female dog. Good natured. 361-5643353.

EMPLOYMENT Work Wanted Seeking Employ ment. Carpententry, sheet rock, trim. 12 years remodeling and new construction experience.

361-564-9365.

Help Wanted Unique Decor now hiring for Saturday help. 10-5. $11/hr.

Apply in person.

Drivers: Local Dedicated Crude Oil & LPG Openings!

Great Pay, Bonuses & 100% PAID Health Ins!

Spacious 3 BR, 2.5 BA Austin Stone home w/ attached efficency apartment, gorgeous oak floors, crown moldings,cedar lined closets, fireplace, kitchen w/new cabinetary & granite, family room w/surround sound, mater BR w/private office, deck, attached gar, detached gar, RV pad. $275,000 To view this property call 361.277.3424 Eling Corporation, 302 E. Broadway, Cuero, TX Margaret Thomas-Broker NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS OF PROPOSED TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TxDOT) CONTRACTS Sealed proposals for contracts listed below will be received by TxDOT until the date(s) shown below, and then publicly read.

CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE/BUILDING FACILITIES CONTRACT(S) ---------------------------------------------------------

Dist/Div: Yoakum Contract 6240-00-001 for ON CALL PAVEMENT REPAIR in DEWITT County will be opened on April 03, 2012 at 1:00 pm at the State Office for an estimate of $469,883.10.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Plans and specifications are available for inspection, along with bidding proposals, and applications for the TxDOT Prequalified Contractor's list, at the applicable State and/or Dist/Div Offices listed below. If applicable, bidders must submit prequalification information to TxDOT at least 10 days prior to the bid date to be eligible to bid on a project. Prequalification materials may be requested from the State Office listed below. Plans for the above contract(s) are available from TxDOT's website at www.txdot.gov and from reproduction companies at the expense of the contractor.

NPO: 39371 State Office ------------------------Constr./Maint. Division 200 E. Riverside Dr. Austin, Texas 78704 Phone: 512-416-2540

Dist/Div Office(s) -------------------------Yoakum District District Engineer 403 Huck St Yoakum, Texas 77995-0757 Phone: 361-293-4300

CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE/BUILDING FACILITIES CONTRACT(S) ---------------------------------------------------------

Saturday, March 17th NIGHTRIDER Doors open @8:00pm ----- Music @ 9pm Tickets $8 at the door All Ages Welcome ************************************************ Saturday, March 24th - JOHN CONLEE

Thursday, March 22nd 9:00-10:00AM CUERO DEWITT COUNTY PRODUCERS 401 W CHURCH • We furnish hauling containers!

• Live delivery guaranteed!

• Discounts/Special Deliveries on large orders!

• Turtle Traps, Fish Feeders, Fish Traps!

• Decorative Fountains, Aerators & Windmill Aerators!

• Vegetation Control, Pond Fertilizers & Floating Docks!

To place your order or for more information contact one of our Consultants Monday - Saturday @ 800-433-2950, or email sales@dunnsfishfarm.com.

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302 E. Broadway • 361-277-3424 • Cuero, TX 77954

Contact our Cuero Office at 361-277-3424 NEW LISTING

RANCHES

Thomaston River Road-Great home site or getaway in nice area, 60+/- acres in highly desired Meyersville School District, large Oaks, some native brush for wildlife, drilled water well, electric lines on property, no minerals. $4,500/acre.

US Hwy 183N/FM 951-Concrete area, 83+/- acres, frontage on both CONTRACT roads, water well, electricity, working pen, fenced/cross fenced, native brush. $3,700 per acre.

770 Hwy 183S-47.07+/-ac, Hwy SOLD frontage, 2BR/1BA wood frame home.

Dist/Div: Yoakum Contract 0913-00-085 for CONSTRUCT CURB RAMPS in DEWITT County, etc will be opened on April 03, 2012 at 1:00 pm at the State Office.

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Plans and specifications are available for inspection, along with bidding proposals, and applications for the TxDOT Prequalified Contractor's list, at the applicable State and/or Dist/Div Offices listed below. If applicable, bidders must submit prequalification information to TxDOT at least 10 days prior to the bid date to be eligible to bid on a project. Prequalification materials may be requested from the State Office listed below. Plans for the above contract(s) are available from TxDOT's website at www.txdot.gov and from reproduction companies at the expense of the contractor.

NPO: 39517 State Office ------------------------Constr./Maint. Division 200 E. Riverside Dr. Austin, Texas 78704 Phone: 512-416-2540

Dist/Div Office(s) -------------------------Yoakum District District Engineer 403 Huck St Yoakum, Texas 77995-0757 Phone: 361-293-4300

Minimum wage rates are set out in bidding documents and the rates will be part of the contract. TXDOT ensures that bidders will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin.

RESIDENTIAL-1007 E. Morgan- Spacious 3 BR, 2.5 BA Austin Stone home w/ attached efficency apartment, gorgeous oak floors, crown moldings,cedar lined closets, fireplace, kitchen w/new cabinetary & granite, family room w/surround sound, mater BR w/private office, deck, attached gar, detached gar, RV pad. $275,000 RESIDENTIAL-104 Laurel Oak Circle-Pebble Ridge Estates, Custon built 3BR, 2 BA, formals, master suite w/study, walk-in pantry, surround sound, custom interior shutters, 2 car att gar, air filtration system, professional landscape, water well, sprinkler system, outdoor entertainment area. $289,900 RESIDENTIAL-106 Crockett-3 bedroom, bath in Alamo Heights.

SOLD 2with SMALL ACREAGE-Brown Rd, 5+/- acresSOLD water well,cleared.

COMMERCIAL

308 E. Main-Large commercial building offering great potential, 2 warehouses, office space, tremendous amount of sq footage, GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY $265,000.

13176 FM 236-Mission Valley area, 4.5+/-acres with commercial building & 2 BR/1BA frame house,corner property with easy ingress & egress, SUPER LOCATION for any type of business, great investment property, tremendous exposure with frontage on 2 highways, PRICED TO SELL!. $235,000 Victoria, 3308 N. Navarro-Great location for any type of business, high traffic count and exposure, corner lot with building $389,000 $365,000.

367/432 US Hwy 183S-3.7+/-acres, high exposure & traffic count, dual road frontage, established location, commercial bldg w/office & overhead SOLD doors, 2 lg barns, iron rail fence, strg bldg & more. Call for details.

432 US Hwy 183S-2.7+/-acres with tremendous commercial potential, close to city limits, prime location for business, dual paved road frontage, SOLD iron rail fence, 2 barns. $195,000 $150,000.

RESIDENTIAL

2875 Brown Rd- 2.5+/-acres with 2BR/2BA man. home, $78,000.

SOLD 607 W. Johnson- Exceptional 3 bedroom, 3 bath brick home $172,000.

CONTRACT 305 E. NEWMAN-Historic Frobese Home, on 2.12+/- acres $239,000.

312 W. French-3BR/1BA wood frame,SOLD 1 car attached garage. $65,000.

203 Oak Lane-Large brick 4BR/2.5BA, SOLD $179,500 $169,500 $159,000.

606 W. Cleveland-3BR/2BA brick, attached garage. $115,000.

SOLD 1206 E. Morgan-3 or 4 BR/2BA brick. $165,000.

SOLD 716 Third-2BR/1BA brick, well maintained, CA/H. $107,500.

SOLD SOLD

SMALL ACREAGE & LOTS

SMALL ACREAGE-W/HOME-Meyersville Rd-6.75+/-acres SOLD $99,500.

NEW HORIZON-Restricted Subdivision, great location. Offering 1.3+ acre home-sites, approx 5 min from Cuero on Hwy 183S, located in Cuero I.S.D., 5 tracts available at $32,000 each. REDUCED $22,000.

SERENITY ESTATES-Restricted Subdivision in Nursery area offering 3+ acre home sites to build your dream home, enjoy the country peace & quiet & be just minutes from Victoria & Cuero, located in Nursery & Cuero School Districts. C.F.P. Rockport Office 361-275-4118 Yoakum Office 361-293-9400

website: www.elingcorp.com email: realestate@elingcorp.com

Margaret A. Thomas~Broker, VAAR Elenor Lamb, Broker Associate, Member VAAR 361.275.4857 Shirley Nelson, Sales Associate, Member VAAR, Victoria MLS 361.648.7155 John A. Post, Sales Associate, Member VAAR, Victoria MLS 361.275.4887 John Sanchez, Sales Associate Yoakum, Member VAAR 361.772.6130 Rhonda Sinast, Sales Associate, Member VAAR, Victoria MLS 361.484.5732 Victoria Area Association of Realtors, Victoria Multiple Listing Service & Houston Commercial Loop Net ELING CORPORATION

ELING CORPORATION

ELING CORPORATION

Delivery of Channel Catfish, Bass, Hybrid Bluegill, Redear Bream, Coppernose Bluegill, Fathead Minnows, Black Crappie and Grass Carp are available for Pond and Lake Stocking.

10 days notice and permit required for the purchase of Triploid Grass Carp.

Realtor Corporation

Minimum wage rates are set out in bidding documents and the rates will be part of the contract. TXDOT ensures that bidders will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS OF PROPOSED TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TxDOT) CONTRACTS Sealed proposals for contracts listed below will be received by TxDOT until the date(s) shown below, and then publicly read.

ELING CORPORATION

ELING CORPORATION

ELING CORPORATION

4 Michelin truck tires.

LT 265/70 R18.

Used 600 miles. $175 each. 5649428, 646-9122.

Reliable, responsible certified drivers needed for fast growing company. If interested call 361243-2269 or 361243-6141.

ELING CORPORATION

Belle Couture’s Formal Boutique CLEARANCE SALE! Formal Dresses $50 and under! Over 500 to choose from! 10% off 2012 stock. Blush and Precious Formals Collections Available! Located in Edna at 213 W. Cypress St. Call 361.235.9072.

Now Hiring!

Looking for dependable and reliable people to work at The Texan/Valero in Yorktown. Please apply at 526 W. Main, Yorktown.

ELING CORPORATION

SIMPLY THE BEST deals on new Chevrolets and GMCs AND over 100 used vehi cles with financing to fit most credit.

Grafe Chevrolet GMC, Hallettsville, TX 800-798-3225 or 361-798-3281.

CDL-A, 1yr TT Exp. TWIC Card, TankHaz End. Req. Martin Transport: 1-866-823-0294.

ELING CORPORATION

Automobiles

Two baby beds, one white Jenny Lind; one blonde w/matching changing table; 2 new mattresses, sheets, bumpers w/matching covers; high chair, all very good condition.

Washer, 2 dryers, gas range, refrigerator, bedroom suit, vintage kitchen table w/chairs. 2 CRT computer monitors.

277-4900 or 6550300.

ELING CORPORATION

TRANSPORTATION

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In Cuero call (361) 275-3464 • In Yorktown call (361) 564-2242

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Responsibilities Include: Office clerical, Reports, Tracking, A/R, A/P, Oil & Gas & HR DOT & Safety knowledge is a + Strong verbal & computer skills.

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CDI HEAD START IS NOW HIRING

Education Coordinator -

This position is responsible for the education and early childhood development portion of the Head Start Performance Standards. This includes working to effectively implement an early childhood education curriculum and provide educational resources for staff and parents, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and recognized best practices in the field of early childhood education. This supervisory position ensures the education and child development services are supported by staff with training and experience in areas that include the theories and principles of child growth and development, early childhood education and family support. Must have knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood education practices in pre-school programs and NAEYC best practices. A working knowledge of recent early brain development research results is important. Knowledge of program planning and supervisory techniques and practices. Knowledge of basic fiscal accountability. Thorough knowledge of local child care and early education regulations. Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, with specific knowledge of Education and early childhood development, staffing and program options, as well as services to children with disabilities.

Knowledge of local resources, languages and customs helpful. AA in Early Childhood Education or AA in a field related to early childhood education with coursework equivalent to a major in early childhood with experience teaching preschool children and must show progress toward BA in ECE or BA in in any field with coursework equivalent to a major in early childhood with no less than 500 hours experience teaching preschool children effective 10/1/13. Benefits

Family and Community Partnerships Coordinator

This position is responsible for oversight and development of systems to provide opportunities and support for growth of Head Start/Early Head Start families so they can identify their own strengths, needs and interests and find their own solutions. Developing a parent and community volunteer program and being the lead on child abuse and neglect issues are also part of this positions responsibilities. Developing relationships with community partners, to whom families can be referred for services, is also a key function of this position. This position is responsible for ensuring Family and Community Partnership services are supported by staff and/or consultants with training and experience in field(s) related to social, human or family services. Minimum requirement is an Associate’s degree or higher in Social Work, Human Services, Family Studies or other human services related field plus associated experience working with young children and families. One year supervisory/management experience required. Two years experience in case management preferred. Benefits.

Family Service Worker-

Supports and assists families as they identify and meet their own goals through a familycentered case management model for developing and carrying out the program Family Partnership Agreements including responsibility for child files, enrollment/applications, etc. This position also assists with the completion of the child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments. This position supports the larger system of social services coordinated by Head Start/Early Head Start, thereby supporting the goals of the program. The position may involve reassignment of caseloads and/or center location as deemed necessary for program operations. Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or G.E.D. AA or higher in Social Work or Human Services or related human services field preferred. Benefits

Home-Based Teacher-

This position is a teacher in the home-based program option who is responsible for education, case management, and family advocacy to families in an assigned caseload by providing and linking families to comprehensive services including home visits and socialization activities.

This position works with typically developing children and children with disabilities. The Home Base Teacher is also responsible for recruiting families for their case load. Weekly parent and child education visits occur in individual family homes throughout the service area of our surrounding counties. Because this position is one part of a large system of services provided to children and families, this position also serves as a social service referral person and shares responsibility for parent involvement in the program. The position works in tandem with the rest of the parts of the system as an integrated team to support the goals of the program.

Minimum requirement is high school diploma or GED plus some experience working with preschool children. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred.

Teacher

Victoria and surrounding counties Ability to create learning opportunities which will facilitate the intellectual and social development of young minds. Must maintain compliance with Texas Minimum Standards-Child Care Licensing and federal Head Start Performance Standards.

Responsible for providing a safe, nurturing learning environment and experiences that will enhance cognitive, social and early literacy skills for preschool age children. Responsible for creating experiences that will enhance cognitive, social and early literacy skills. Minimum of an AA in Early Childhood, or an AA in any field with no less than 15 hours specifically in or related to early childhood; or, a BA degree in any field with 30 hours specifically related to early childhood. Benefits

Assistant Teacher Hallettsville and Gonzales

Vital part of the teaching team. Assists with the development and implementation of curriculum in the classroom and preparation for daily activities. Minimum requirement is high school diploma or GED plus some experience working with preschool children. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred. Benefits

Kitchen Aide Gonzales

Responsible for assisting in routine chores as needed for the preparation, serving and cleaning up of meals and snacks. It includes assisting in all phases of kitchen operations. The position contributes to the smooth operations and functioning of the kitchen in adherence to health and food safety codes and the strict cleanliness of the kitchen and food service and storage areas.

This position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. This position may receive content area technical support and training from the staff person responsible for center supervision, teacher, or program coordinators. The minimum requirement is that the individual be 18 years of age. This is an entry-level position requiring no previous education or experience unless there is a local or state regulation that requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. A high school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.

Custodian for the Program

This position is responsible for ensuring clean, safe, functional facilities by performing cleaning and maintenance activities as well as some repair activities including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting when professional licensure is not required. Will work throughout the service area in Calhoun, Dewitt, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca and Victoria counties. Valid driver’s license needed and insurable. The minimum requirement is that the individual be 18 years of age. This is an entry-level position requiring no previous education or experience.

All positions: Successful completion of a criminal records check, background checks, physical exam, TB skin test, and approval by Policy Council are required post job offer. Applications and job descriptions may be obtained by calling 361-582-4441 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 pm or by visiting 120 S. Main Street, Suite #230, Victoria, Texas. (Job descriptions are also posted on site.) Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

CDI HS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Badger Daylighting Corporation, North America’s leader in non-destructive excavating, is hiring a Area Manager in the South TX. area.

Qualified candidates will have experience in excavation in the civil, utilities, and/or oil field markets. Salary, benefits, 401k, vacation, and company vehicle. Visit Badgerinc.com to learn more about us!

Email resumes: bellsworth@ badger-corp.com.

Apple Lumber Company is accepting applications for the position of yard hand.

Applicant must be able to lift heavy objects, have a valid Texas Driver’s license, and be able to work well with the public.

Please apply in person at 643 W. Main, Yorktown, TX.

MINERALS 176+-ac Wilson Co3 Miles East Stockdale. Good pasture, farm house. Will convey 1/2 minerals. $4500/ac.

RICK DOAK

Now Hiring! Full time waitstaff. Must have experi ence.

Also hiring full time meat cutter and full time cooks. Come by and fill out an appli cation or call 361649-9441.

Texas Outpost Yorktown.

Andy’s Quick Stop now taking applica tions for cashier. Full or part time.

Apply in person only.

Equipment Operators Hunter Industries, Ltd. is accepting applications for: •Road Construc tion Equipment Operators in the Seguin, Gonzales, Nixon & Cuero areas: experience operating a wheel loader, motor grader or roller is required. Benefits: competitive pay,

361-243-1040 (c)

DIANA LUCAS Owner/Broker 210-323-7992

JEFF LUCAS Owner/Associate 210-232-8770

www.texasfrontierproperties.com

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 604 S. Esplanade St.

8000+/- Commercial Building on corner lot in high traffic area. Fronts Hwy 87 and Hwy 72. 6’ perimeter chain link fence, building with offices, restrooms, and warehouse section with 14’ ceilings, 3 overhead doors with loading dock and 2 overhead doors with ramp.

Texas Frontier Properties is a member of: San Antonio Board of Realtors • Austin Board of Realtors • New Braunfels/Canyon Lake Board of Realtors • Central Texas MLS

102 E. Reuss Blvd., Cuero • (361) 275-6915 www.txcountryrealty.com

RANCHES

8+/- ac. Giles Rd. Yoakum - Water well, electricity (220 & 110), 40'X40' metal shop on slab. $160,000.

47.63+/-ac. FM 237-Located on the SE corner of Cooley Rd. and FM 237. Approximately 2450+/- feet of road frontage. Electricity & water well. Great location for business or homestead. $7,500/ac.

80+/- ac..-Cabin, utilities, excellent deer hunting, no minerals perfect getaway close to Cuero. CFP 193+/- ac. Cattleguard Rd-Stock pond, big oaks, paved road frontage. Good hunting and ranching country. $3,850/ac.

15066 FM 766-244+/- ac.-2/1 farm house, barns, pens, equipment shed, two stock tanks, artesian well. $3,500/ac.

372.11+/- ac. Verhelle Rd.- Wonderful home sites, possible country subdivision, electricity, water well, seasonal creek, large Oaks, rolling terrain. Deer, turkey, hogs, & dove hunting. Excellent ranching property. Mobile home & old wood-frame home. All season road. Survey available. $4,250/ac.

835+/- Bay City - Irrigated farm/ranch land. 8+/- ac. lake, LCRA canals, excellent goose hunting. 3/2 ranch house, barn. CFP

COMMERCIAL

212 S. Esplanade - Excellent location, high traffic count, .2+/-ac. corner lot, 1,422+/-sq.ft. building in very good condition. $129,000.

109 Cooperative Way-Commercial/Industrial Office. Reception area, two large meeting rooms, three smaller meeting rooms or offices, file storage area, kitchen. $295,000.

2948 US Hwy 183 N-Great location, approx. 800 ft. hwy. frontage.

24.55+/-ac., 720+/-sq.ft. building with 1 bath and kitchen, 300+/sq.ft. outbuilding, and 2,000+/-sq.ft. shop. CFP

RESIDENTIAL

205 Texas Ave.-8 Contiguous lots, city water & sewer. CFP. E. Hugo-Yoakum-Lots and 2 BR or 3 BR/1 BA house Great investment property. Will sell lots separately from house. CFP. 1010 Huck - 2/1 frame home, CAH, corner lot, fenced back yard.

SOLD $69,900.

314 W. Clayton-Cute 2/1 frame home, LR, DR, wood floors, fireplace, patio/deck area, fenced back yard, 2-car garage & carport, corner lot. $74,000.

602 E. Hamilton-2/1 frame home on corner lot. Living/dining, den & office, breakfast area, metal-covered patio, covered breezeway to 1-car detached garage w/work area, chain-link fenced back yard. $85,000.

110 Poentisch-Updated 3/2 brick, remodeled kitchen, new roof, lots of cabinets, eating bar, fenced back yard. $125,000.

NEW LISTING! 112 Poenitsch-3/2 brick.

CFP. SOLD 8694 FM 682, Yoakum-3BR/3BA, 3+/- ac., CAH large deck, 36X24 horse barn & run. $189,500.

SUBSTANTIAL PRICE REDUCTION! 609 N. Gonzales- Lovely two-story, 5 BR/2.5 BA, CAH, home on corner lot. Beautiful hardwood floors, formal living & dinig rooms, den, and large kitchen with lots of cabinets. 2 car garage. PRICE REDUCTION $198,555.

PRICE REDUCTION! 205 E. Prairie - 2 story stucco, 3/1.5, lg. corner lot, landscaped, privacy fence. $299,995 $285,000.

804 Brandt Rd., Yorktown, TX 25.98+/- ac.- 3BR/2.5BA brick home, island kitchen, 2-car attached garage, patio, inground pool, CONTRACT equipment shed. $359,000.

2506 Live Oak Rd- Large, beautiful brick home on 5+/- landscaped acres. 4 BR/3.5 BA, lg. island kitchen w/breakfast area, living/ dining, den/family room, attatched carport, detached garage, storage bldg. covered patio, in-ground pool. $589,000.

Ricky Gohmert - Broker Heidi Hervey-Associate Mary Beth Finney - Associate Larry Adams - Associate

(361) 564-8250 (361) 212-1126 (361) 564-4622 (361) 463-9980

Texas Country Realty is a member of the Victoria Board of Realtors

vacation, insurance, safety bonus and 401(k) retirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug testing required.

Call Butch Gordon at (512)393-4129.

Will pay cash & quick closing for quality homes, large lots & small acreage in Cuuero. Any size or price considered.

Call 361-277-3564 or 361-649-9114.

Weekend help needed: cook, prep cook, busser, wait staff, cashier.

Apply at Bahnhof Cafe, 213 W. Main, Cuero, 9:00 A.M. t’il 2:00. 361-275-2211.

ONE CLICK

Wanted Wanted: Year round hunting lease for 3-4 hunters. Call Mike 979-561-6677.

DEER LEASE WANTED: for 4-5 responsible hunters.

713-444-6918 or 713-822-0131.

Looking for family deer hunting lease.

979-758-4417 or email littlebitoil@ yahoo.com.

CAN REACH THOUSANDS!!

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MARKETPLACE The Classified Pages that serve all of DeWitt County.

In Cuero (361) 275-3464 In Yorktown (361) 564-2242

www.cuerorecord.com 231 Acres-Nixon- Lake, tank, well, steel pens, rolling. Good cow place with brush for hunting.

No minerals. $2895/acre.

46 Acres-Yorktown- Heavy brush, trees. Hilltop view. Water well. Good fences. $3,650/acre.

57 Acres-Gonzales County- Hilltop 3/2 MH w/porches, tanks, barn, oak. $345,000.

250-800 Acres-Robstown/Corpus AreaFM corner. Barns, pens, creek w/lake. Well fenced, good grazing. $2950-$3550/acre.

59 Acres-NW Austin- Hilltop, creek bottom, wooded. Convenient to Lake Travis. $9,500/acre.

Terms. Agent is part owner.

98-198 Acres East Pleasanton-Creek, wooded, water meter, 2 tanks. $2850-$3250/acre.

1300-17,000 Acres North Texas-Witchita River Ranch-Game managed, well watered, lodge, foremans house, hand house. Lakes, views.

Prices start at $925/acre.

Randy Smith, Realtor Smith Ranch Investments 361-277-9332 210 N. Esplanade Cuero, TX 77954 (361) 277-8183 www.ronbrown.com www.coldwellbanker.com

New Listing! 1209 McArthur- 3/2 Spacious home on edge of town. Great family home or potential as investment rental for compay personnel. Extras include office w/separate entrance & apt. w/full bath in house. $125,000.

Yorktown- Stately 1 1/2 story Queen Anne 4/2/2/2 w/ intricate wood work. Oak floors, exquisite dining, library, basement, updated kitchen w/granite and so much more.

Situated on fabulous grounds on corner, includes garage apt. $189,900.

NEW LISTING! 402 Second St.- SOLD $174,950.

1604 N. Mcleod- Loads of space. 2 11/2 w/bonus room.This great family home is a must see for $109,000.

City with a country feel. Now $99,900.

1520 N. Terrell. Nice 3/2 brick, inground pool, hot tub.

SOLD REDUCED $177,750. Bring Offer.

1014 E. Main-3 1 1/2 stone & frame, CAH, hardwood CONTRACT PENDING floors, near Cuero park. $115.000 REDUCED $99,950.

1301 Railroad-3/2 New Construction Town Homes, 2000+ SF $239,000.

506 W. Johnson-2/2 SOLD Brick. $122,500.

FARM & RANCH 2 Lots Pin Oak Circle- $69,900.

111 N. Terrell-10,000+/- sq ft. Corner location $223,500.

120 N. Church St., Yorktown-Store front main building has attached warehouse space with 2 overhead doors, possible 3rd. Large fenced lot across the street. Move in ready, many opportunites! $275,000.

Members of the Victoria Area Association of Realtors and MLS Kathleen Coker (361) 275-4766 Linda K. Duderstadt (361) 277-9357 Keith Krueger (361) 799-9292

NEW LISTING! Spicewood, tx.-47 Hill Country acres with a beautiful hilltop home. 5/4.5,infinity pool, barn/stable, with guest house. $1,975,000.

NEW LISTING! 9 acres, Gonzales Co.-Hardwood, beautiful custom 4/3 home. 71% complete. Call for details. $289,500.

NEW LISTING! 232 acres-Gonzales Co.-San Marcos River. 6 arriated lakes, 6 water wells, 7,000 sq. ft. metal, tile, wrought iron house w/large 2500 sq. ft. attached barn, piped fencing, cattle pens, large pecan orchards, native grasses, sepreate implement barn. Fabulous location. A show place.

Minerals. $2,375,000.

SOLD

266 acres-Gonzales Co.-Peach Creek, live water.

Good combo w/trees, heavily wooded & native grass. Farm house, water well, barn. Minerals. $1,125,700.

SOLD

256 acres-Gonzales Co.-Located on the Guadalupe River, also lakefront property. House, barn, and historic buildings. Pecan bottom, water well, scenic area. Minerals. CFP

SOLD

Lillian H. Smith Texas Ranch Specialist

office: 830-236-5330 • cell: 830-857-6012

Michael Ruschhaupt office: 830-236-5330

www.buytexas2000.com www.turnquistpartners.com

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Family visits Yorktown Historical Museum

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Above, a student is loaded into a PHI air medical chopper to be transported to a hospital. Right, a student is read his rights as part of the mock arrest.

Caroline Blain, board member of the Yorktown Historical Society welcomed Ralph Koch from New Braunfels as well as his sister and her husband, Susan and Gus Gonzalez from Poteet. Mr. Koch purchased The Kraege Family History during his visit. His generous donation along with a copy of his family genealogy is sincerely appreciated by the Society.

March Yard of the Month announced

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events and participate in activities related to the program.

On Friday morning, the program continued with a memorial service in the YHS auditorium. A gleaming casket was center stage, flanked by photo collages of the Living Dead and crash scene victims.

Pastor Mark Collins of First Baptist Church addressed the students as he gave his eulogy for Mungia and Garcia.

“We think we’re immortal,” Collins said.

“You are young. But it doesn’t have to be dumb. God has a plan for you. I hope you will pursue that plan.”

Collins concluded by reminding students that alcohol is a neurotoxin and causes irreversible damage and death to vital tissues and organs.

The most compelling appeal came from

Donna McCain, whose 19-year-old daughter, Meagen, was killed in an automobile accident on Aug. 21, 2009. The truck she was riding in was hit head-on by a 35-year-old drunk driver who crossed the median and was traveling down the interstate in the wrong direction.

“There’s nothing harder than having a DPS officer standing in your living room and telling you your daughter is never coming home,” McCain said. “It was so hard when I saw her in the casket, knowing when they closed it that it would be the last time I would ever see her face.

“I beg you to realize there’s some mistakes we can’t afford to make. The consequences and risks are too high. Don’t drink and drive.

Maybe there will be less moms like me.”

The program was developed by the Bexar County DWI Task Force Advisory Board on Underage Drinking in 1998.

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The yard of Blake and Dena Denbo at 205 S. Church has been chosen as Yard of the Month for March by the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce. Plants featured in the landscape include bridal wreath, camellia, Mountain-laurel, lantana and other attractive plantings. The Chamber thanks Blake and Dena for contributing to the charming character of Yorktown.

Yorktown added to UHV small business circuit University of Houston-Victoria Small Business Development Center recently added Yorktown to its growing list of communities where it provides monthly on-site business counseling services.

Lisa Barr, UHV SBDC associate director, is coming to Yorktown the fourth Tuesday of each month to assist local entrepreneurs and small business owners with creating strategies for growth and expansion. All of the center’s business services are confidential and offered free of charge.

“Adding a stop in Yorktown to our circuitriding schedule is a great way to increase our assistance to local businesses,” UHV SBDC Director Joe Humphreys said.

The program is provided in an office at Citizens Bank, 311 E. Main St., in Yorktown.

Bank CEO David Styra generously offered to host the monthly event, Humphreys said.

The UHV SBDC is part of a nationwide management assistance program serving the small business community and federal, state and local governments. The center offers counseling, training and technical assistance to existing and start-up businesses in an 11county area.

To make an appointment for business services or register for a UHV SBDC workshop, call the center at 361-485-4485 or toll free at 877-895-SBDC.

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Kenneth Mueller Family donates Seydler family chalice to the Texas Wendish Heritage Museum

By PAM CULPEPPER Yorktown News-View

From Bautzen to Galveston

Friedrich Gustav Seydler and wife, Auguste (Fribiger) Seydler sailed from Hamburg on the ship HamburgKnollen with four children on Oct. 1, 1849.

They were from Bautzen, in the Kingdom of Saxony which is today located on the German border with the Czech Republic.

They arrived in Galveston on the ship HamburgKnollen on Dec. 15, 1849.

It is believed that the compulsory draft and other strict laws which were being enforced after the Revolution of 1848 were the reason Seydler came to Texas.

This revolution was a series of upheavals throughout Europe that entailed some 50 nations. The German states demanded national unity, freedom of the press, and freedom of assembly.

The German aristocracy prevailed forcing many into exile or to consider immigration.

Upon his arrival in America, Gustav (18061869) wrote to the newspaper, “Serbske Nowiny” in Bautzen. He, along with another Sorb and two Germans described changing conditions in Texas and discouraged immigration.

Later Wendish immigrants sought out the Seydlers for their advice and assistance. The Seydler family did not join the Wendish settlement.

The family resided in the New Ulm area in Austin County for about four years.

About 1854, the family settled in the High Hill area in Fayette County between Schulenburg and La Grange.

During the American Civil War, Gustav and his son, Friedrich Herman, worked the farm and operated a cotton gin and mill.

They hauled cotton to Mexico and traded it to the Union in exchange for supplies.

The Seydlers are thought to be the first Wends (Sorbs) to emigrate to Texas, and the first settlers in the High Hill

area.

Herman Julius (18), and E. Friedrich Seydler (13), two more of Friedrich’s children, arrived in Galveston a year later in December 1850.

It is believed they brought their father a special present.

It was a gift from Gustav Seydler’s friends in Bautzen, where he was a master mason. Inscribed on the lid are the words: “Dem scheidenden Freunde Gustave Seylder” and, on the sides of the cup are 44 names, including three Mullers. The foot of the chalice displays, “Bautzen am 22nd August 1850.”

The chalice was packed in a specially carved wooden case.

The chalice was received and put away for safe keeping.

A Precious Discovery The time is now January 1983. Kenneth Mueller, a fifth generation grandson of Gustav Seydler, together with his father, Edgar L. L. Mueller, and his son, Kirby, were cleaning up the property of Edgar’s grandparents near Nordheim that was up for sale.

While cleaning out a foul, musty smelling old closet filled with wet, rotting rags, rat and mouse nests, snake skins, small animal bones, old boots, and sixty to seventy years of accumulated trash, he felt something round and firm.

It was a case, described as an oatmeal box, that held a second case. The second case of wood, held the precious Seydler silver chalice.

The chalice held the remains of an ancient flower.

So was found the earliest dated item in Texas belonging to a Sorb (Wend).

Kenneth brought the chalice to a family reunion in 2000.

Family donates chalice On Nov. 26, 2011, Kenneth, his wife Kay, their three children and their spouses, their grandchildren and other relatives and friends were invited to the Texas Wendish Heritage Museum in Serbin, which is near Giddings.

There the Seydler Family Chalice, a prime example of century mid-nineteenth German craftsmanship, is displayed for all to see in a weather-proof display case, also donated by the Mueller family.

Kenneth Ray Mueller died on Feb. 22 in Yorktown.

One of the final acts of his life was to ensure the story of the Seydler Family Chalice was told, and the chalice, itself, be displayed for all to see.

The Texas Wendish Heritage Society has established the Mueller-Seydler Living Memorial.

Their address is 1011 CR 212, Giddings, Texas 78942-5940.

A memorial for Kenneth is set for 2 p. m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Yorktown on May 26.

For more information on Wends, such as why Wendish brides dresses were black, visit these addresses: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ W e n d s ; http://www.tshaonline.org/ha ndbook/online/articles/plw01 ; http://www.klru.org/paintedc hurches/serbin.html and http://www.cottbus.de/gaeste w i s / senswertes/tradition/index.en .html.

Above, the Kenneth Ray Mueller family pose with the Seydler Family Chalice display at the Texas Wendish Heritage Society on Nov. 26, 2011; left, the wooden container that held the Seydler Family Chalice and center, the wooden container that held the Seydlar Family Chalice.

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NEWS-VIEWNORDHEIM

Enrollment for forage sorghum program offered until Thursday

Nordheim View archives provide interesting glimpse into the past

Enrollments through the USDA Farm Service Agency 2012 Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program for forage sorghums are being accepted now. March 15 is the application closing date for NAP coverage on all 2012 forage sorghums planted for grazing or forage (hay) and if applicable for pecans. All other sales closing dates applicable to 2012 have passed. NAP fees are $250 per crop, not to exceed $750 per county, not to exceed $1,875 per producer.

Producers with NAP coverage are required

to file a notice of loss (FSA-576) within 15 days of when a loss occurs or is apparent; file acreage reports in a timely manner; keep track of and submit harvested production using acceptable methods including bale weights and baling dates or other contemporaneous records and file an application for payment Contact the DeWitt County FSA office at 361-275-5751 for additional details or for an appointment.

Pesticide applicator training class offered in Gonzales

Private pesticide applicator training will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on April 19 at the Gonzales County Farm Bureau building located on 1731 Seydler St. in Gonzales.

Anyone wishing to obtain a private pesticide applicator license to purchase restricted use pesticides on their property is invited to attend this training.

People attending this class need to come to the Texas AgriLife Extension-Gonzales County Office to purchase a study manual and obtain sample test questions prior to April 19. Cost of study materials is $40 and the fee for the class is $10.

For more information, contact the Extension Office at 830-672-8531.

LIVESTOCK REPORT

Cuero Livestock Sale March 9 Volume: 503. Cows: 70. Bulls: 14.

Packer bulls-heavyweights: 98.00-109.00.

Lower grades: 76.00-96.00. Packer cows: boning cows: 95.00-97.00. Cutters (mainly): 65.0095.00. Low cutters: 55.00-66.00. Fat cow: 80.00.

Young: 90.00-96.00. Palpated cows: 60.00-90.00.

The calf market was very active.

Steer calves Under 200 lbs: 165.00-225.00. 200-250 lbs: 180.00-225.00. 250-300 lbs: 185.00-226.00. 300-

350 lbs: 180.00-233.00. 350-400 lbs: 190.00224.00. 400-450 lbs: 170.00-205.00. 450-500 lbs: 160.00-205.00. 500-600 lbs: 145.00-191.00. 600700 lbs: 150.00-161.00. Over 700 lbs: 140.00153.00.

Heifers Under 200 lbs: 160.00-275.00. 200-250 lbs: 130.00-255.00. 300-350 lbs: 135.00-215.00. 350400 lbs: 157.00-182.00. 400-450 lbs: 136.00214.00. 450-500 lbs: 141.00-189.00. 500-600 lbs: 122.00-185.00. Over 700 lbs: 121.00.

Nixon Livestock Sale March 15 Volume: 473.

Steers 200-300 lbs: 207.00 to 217.00 to 265.00. 300400 lbs: 190.00 to 200.00 to 255.00. 400-500 lbs: 185.00 to 195.00 to 226.00. 500-600 lbs: 172.00 to 182.00 to 209.00. 600-700 lbs: 147.00 to 157.00 to 175.00. 700-800 lbs: 125.00 to 134.00 to 139.00.

Heifers 200-300 lbs: 182.00 to 192.00 to 265.00. 300-

400 lbs: 167.00 to 177.00 to 225.00. 400-500 lbs: 168.00 to 178.00 to 201.00. 500-600 lbs: 153.00 to 163.00 to 175.00. 600-700 lbs: 136.00 to 146.00 to 165.00. 700-800 lbs: 106.00 to 115.00 to 129.00.

Slaughter cows: 74.00 to 84.00 to 93.00.

Slaughter bulls: 88.00 to 98.00 to 103.00.

Stocker cows: 676.00 to 1,100.00. One pair: $1,470.00.

Nixon Livestock Commission Inc. will be closed on April 9 for Easter.

Nordheim News

By Gilbert Pargmann God first. Most Heavenly Father, we know You work in mysterious ways and we experience it every day in our lives.

Sometimes it is unbelievable how circumstances just happen and it wakes us up to realize that You made it happen.

Sometimes we just don't know how things fall into place and we go on with our lives.

Thank You Lord for making those things happen and we praise Your never ending love.

We Pray in the name of our Savior Jesus Christ. Lord, we are going your way.

Be with those and pray for all who are ill, suffering, or are in harms way.

Priceless If you have ever worked for a boss who reacts before getting all the facts and doesn't think things through, you will love this.

Anchor-Libbys Steel, feeling it was time for a shakeup, hired a new CEO. The new boss was determined to rid the company of all slackers.

On tour of the facilities, the CEO noticed a guy leaning against a wall. The room was full of workers and he wanted to let them know that he meant business.

He asked the guy, “How much money do you make a week?”

A little surprised, the young man looked at him and said, “I make $400 a week. Why?” The CEO said, “Wait right here.” He walked back to his office, came back in two minutes, and handed the guy $1,600 in cash and said, “Here is four weeks' pay. Now get out and don't come back!”

Feeling pretty good about himself, the CEO looked around the room and asked, “Does anyone want to tell me what that goofball did here?”

From across the room a voice said, “Pizza delivery guy from Domino's.”

Smile and make someone happy!

First bale of cotton Do you remember when the first bale of cotton came to town in Nordheim?

According to the Nordheim View, in July 19, 1902, the first bale of cotton was ginned by the Ulrich Gin for Ernest Wolpmann.

It was the first year the Nordheim View was published. The 550 lb. bale was sold for 81⁄2 cents a pound. The ginning was done free.

I found this very interesting. The following years: August 20, 1903, Burghardt Morrisse was the first bale ginned and sold for 111⁄2 cents per lb.; on July 20, 1904, Lee Torres sold the first bale for 111⁄2 cents per lb.; on July 21, 1905, Alex Garza had the first bale; on July 19, 1906, G. M. Mueller sold his first bale at 111⁄2 cents per lb.; on July 23, 1907, D. Pargmann sold his first bale at 13 cents per lb. ; on July 21, on July 21,1908, M.G. Mueller sold his first bale at 11 cents per lb.; on July 21, 1909, M. G. Mueller sold his first bale at 121⁄2 cents per lb.: on July 23, 1910, H. R. Dworaczyk sold the first bale at l5 cents per lb.

All those who brought in the first bale had their ginning done free.

Later, the merchants awarded the first bale deliverer with prizes and money.

Plaque of leaf worms Reading further in the Nordheim View, there was a plague of leaf worms invading all of the southern USA area.

Paris Green (highly toxic and poisonous) was used to combat against these worms.

It became scarce and became short in supply. Nobody could get anymore.

To combat the leaf worm, the farmers had to switch to another product they had to mix themselves.

The recipe was to add one pound of White Arsenic, one pound of stone lime, and two gallons of water.

Boil for one hour until the mixture of chemicals were throughly united.

A quart of this mixture will make fifty gallons of pesticide.

(Can't you just see the EPA going crazy at this point) if it was possibly done today?

A powdered form of arsenic can be dusted on plants. And arsenic stays in the soil forever.

Can remember some of the farmers telling of wearing masks when putting this out.

They were glad when DDT came out.

Grand march at Osterloh/Neutzler On the same issue of July 20, 1911, it stated that the Osterloh/Neutzler building hosted a Grand March and dance inside the building after the floor was installed.

In commemoration of the starting of construction of the interior of the building, they had a dance.

The Osterloh and Neutzler owners did not involve themselves in the grand march as they were too old for such foolishness but The Zedler Band provided the music.

NVFD Fundraiser a success The Volunteer Fire department Fund Raiser Barbecue last Sunday was a great success.

The members want to thank everyone who came out and supported their cause.

A great big thank you to everyone who supported the Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department!

Tractor Pull cancelled It was decided late Thursday that, with all the rain that was supposed to come as reported, the Antique Tractor Pull was cancelled.

Using good sense, the committee made the right decision, although more than few people were disappointed, as the rains came as predicted and what a wonderful rain it was. We had 11⁄4 inches of rain for the weekend.

Some places west had less rain, but there was more in the east.

It was a slow gentle rain and none of it was wasted going down ditches into creeks.

We will take all we can get.

See you next week.

I will have the results of the voting on Proposition of Probation of Alcohol as stated in the View.

There is an interesting story on that too.

NEWS-VIEWSCHOOLS Nordheim fourth graders get dessert The fourth graders at Nordheim Elementary recently finished their six weeks novel, “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.” Upon the completion of the various activities done with with novel, they also got to taste “Turkish Delight” which was a dessert served by one of the characters in the novel.

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NEWS-VIEWFAITH

Congregations to hold joint Lenten service March 21 in Arneckeville

FAITH BRIEFS St. Paul offering Cradle Workshop March 29

St. Paul Lutheran Church, located on 222 N. Gohmert St. will host a Cradle Workshop at 1:30 p.m. on March 29 at the Fellowship Hall.

Activities include crocheting and knitting baby blankets for baptisms. Lessons will be available.

All are welcome to attend for fun and fellowship.

Knights of Columbus hosting Shrimp Dinner March 23

The Knights of Columbus Council #1682 will be hosting its Friday Night Shrimp Dinner on March 23, from 57 p.m. at St. Michael’s Hall in Cuero.

The meal will include fried shrimp, rice, cole slaw and hush puppies. Only plates to-go will be available, no dining in the hall.

Advance tickets for $7 are available from any KC member. Cost at the door is also $7.

Proceeds from the meal are used for scholarships and various other charities of the Knights of Columbus.

Five congregations holding joint Lenten services Joint Lenten services will be held at five area churches.

A meal will be held at 6 p.m. and services will begin at 7 p.m.

St. Paul Lutheran hosted Lenten Services on Feb. 29; Presbyterian Church hosted services March 7; Holy Cross Church will host services March 14; St. Louis Catholic Church will host services March 21 and First

United Methodist Church will host services March 28.

Spring Fling at Calvary Baptist March 18 Calvary Baptist Church, located on 102 W. Warn St. in Cuero (next to Sonic) invites the public to their “Spring Fling” on Sunday, March 18.

The award-winning Southern gospel male quartet “Paul’s Journey” will perform at 11 a.m. The concert will be followed by “Dinner on theGrounds”. The concert is free but a “Love Offering” will be accepted.

For more information, call the church at 275-3736.

A joint Lenten supper and service will be held on Wednesday, March 21 at Zion Lutheran Church in Arneckeville. The Lenten service series is sponsored jointly by Zion; St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Schroeder; and St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Ander.

Supper will be available beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the service at 7:30 p.m.

Zion is located at 509 Zion Cemetery Road in Arneckeville.

Members of the community are invited to attend the supper and service.

The theme of the 2012 Lenten series is “You Shall Love the Lord Your God.” In the twelfth chapter of the Gospel of Mark in the New Testament of the Bible, a scribe comes to ask Jesus, “Which commandment is the first of all?” Jesus answers, “The first is, ‘Hear,

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O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength’” (Mark 12:28-30) Jesus answers the scribe’s question with the words from the Shema, a passage from Deuteronomy 6 in the Old Testament of the Bible that is recited daily by many of the Jewish faith.

These words form a covenant or promise between God and God’s people and shows how people can respond.

Another Wednesday evening Lenten supper and service will be held on March 28, with Holy Week services on April 5 and April 6.

The offerings received at the joint Lenten services will be designated for the offering received at the 2012

assembly of the Southwestern Texas Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The offering from congregations at the synod assembly, which will be held May 19-20 in Corpus Christi, will support mission congregation development and nonself-sustainable ministries through the Southwestern Texas Synod Evangelical Mission Endowment Fund.

Proceeds from the endowment fund will assist in the re-start of congregational ministries, mission starts, congregations under development, synodically authorized worshipping communities, and ministries dependent on financial assistance.

For more information about the March 21 service, call 277-6434.

Baylor Choir performing March 22

Mt. Bethel Baptist Church on 400 Grant St. in Cuero will host a Pastor’s Installation for the Rev. D. A. Belbin Sr. on March 2425.

The Rev. Dr. Mitchell C. Herndon from First Baptist Church in Natchitoches, La. will be the guest speaker at 2 p.m. on March 24.

The Rev. Arthur Gallooway from Red Sea Baptist Church in Dallas will be the guest speaker at 11 a.m. on March 25.

Stuffed animal donations accepted Martha Flores is accepting stuffed animal donations for the Country Store for the San Luis Church Jamaica.

Any homemade items, baked goods, jelly, etc., are also welcome.

To donate stuffed toys, contract Martha at 361-5642786, or leave items at 241 S. Eckhardt St. in Yorktown.

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The Baylor University Men’s Choir will be performing at First Baptist Church in Cuero at 7 p.m. on March 22. The choir, which consists of 65 members have sang in New York, South America and Africa. They have sang for the Texas Music Educator Association and the American Choral Directors Association. The choir was established in 1845.

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NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH 2676 N. FM 2980 - 485-2152 Dr. Gary Hall, Pastor Sun. 10:30am, Wed. 7pm

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ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Westhoff, 361-275-3868, Rev. Frank B. Lenz, Pastor Sun. Worship 8:30 am

ST. PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH Meyersville, 361-275-3868, Rev. Frank B. Lenz, Pastor Sat.Worship 7 p.m.

Sun. Worship - 10:15 a.m.

Sun. School - 8:45 a.m.

LUTHERAN LUTHERAN CHURCH Nordheim, 938-5532 Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

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Off Hwy. 87 - Westhoff Pastor Richard A. Schaller Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday Morning Service 11 a.m., Sunday Prayer Service 5 p.m.

Rev. Roger Hawes, Pastor Holy Cross -1214 Zorn Rd, San Luis - 502 E. 2nd St. St. Ann - Nordheim Rectory Office: 564-2893 Tue & Wed–8am: Holy Cross Act. Ctr. Chapel Thur – 6pm: Holy Cross Activity Ctr. Chapel 1st Fri – Mass/Adoration - 9am: Holy Cross 2nd – 3rd – 4th Fri –10am: Yorktown Manor 5th Fri –10am: Golden Days Villa Sat – 5pm: Holy Cross Sun – 8am: San Luis Mission Sun – 9:30am: Holy Cross

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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH Lindenau & Westhoff Rev. William G. Hill Lindenau Morning Worship 9 a.m.

Westhoff - Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN Pastor C.B. Suggs, 10960 West Church Rd, Weesatche, 564-2821 Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School: 8:45 a.m.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN 222 N. Gohmert, 564-2135 Timothy W. Muehlbrad, Pastor Sat. Evening Services 5pm Sun. Worship: 9:00 am & Sun. School: 10:15 am

ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Meyersville, Pastor Eric L. Petty, Sunday School - 9 a.m., Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m.

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METHODIST FIRST METHODIST CHURCH 222 N. Riedel, 564-2319 Martin L. Newmann, Paster Worship: 10:45 a.m..; Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

RABKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FM 2718, Ratcliffe Comm.

Pastor Ron Welborn, Pastor S.W. 2nd Sun. of Month 2;30pm.

RUNGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 416 North Wilbern Pastor’s Office 564-2319 Martin L. Newmann, Paster Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m.

MORMON CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS N. Riedel, 564-3884 Service: 10:00 a.m.

PRESBYTERIAN FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 234 N. Church, 564-2588 CLP -- Lane Johnson Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

McDonald’s of Cuero

FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Locally Owned &

102 E. Main St. - 361-935-3903 Rev. Tommy Remmers Worship: 10:45 a.m., Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

Operated

101 E. Broadway 275-9886

CHURCH OF CHRIST YORKTOWN CHURCH OF CHRIST 203 N. Riedel St. Minister Peter Masih Worship: 11:00 a.m.; 5 p.m.

Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

PENTECOSTAL NEW LIFE FELLOWSHIP corner of 12th & Riedel, Yorktown Sunday Service: 10 a.m., Children’s Sunday School: 10 a.m., Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m.

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Templo Monte Horeb 624 Jacob St. Pastor Eliseo Rios Sunday Worship: 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study : 7:00 p.m.

This devotional and directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services.

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Service Directory Call 564-2242 to place your ad today!

Tree Service

Long-Term CareCare Nursing Long-Term Home Policies Medicare Supplements Medicare Supplements

Insurance

Dozer Service/Hauling

JIM JORDAN INSURANCE AGENCY

210-656-3039 • 800-637-3039 Serving area for for overover 35 years Serving the the Cuero area 25 years

P.O. Box 34926 San Antonio, TX 78265

8803 Cattail Creek San Antonio, TX 78239

FREE Estimates!!!

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• Roofing • Tree Removal • • Tree Trimming • • Stump Grinding • • Pressure Washing •

JOE ORTIZ CONSTRUCTION YORKTOWN, TEXAS

Joe Ortiz, Jr. - Owner BACKHOE • DOZER FILL SAND • GRAVEL TOP SOIL • CALICHE LIMESTONE • STOCK TANKS SEPTIC TANK INSTALLATION TNRCC *3569

FREE ESTIMATES FULLY INSURED • LICENSED & BONDED

Chuck Mireles 361-350-6850

Office: 361-564-2048 Mobile: 361-648-0963

Welding

METTING DOZER SERVICE •Land Clearing • Rome Plowing • Root Plowing/Raking • Regrowth Brush Plowing • Heavy Offset Discing • Stock Ponds • Shaping

Clint 361-938-5242

Automotive

Air Conditioning

• Backhoe Haul Material • Nordheim Dozer to All Oilfield Dozer Service • Maintainer Locations. Clean • Gravel Up Locations.

• Fill Sand Clarence Smart Sr. Build Roads, • Yard Dirt 361-212-9280 or 361-938-5550 Trailer Pads, • Caliche Tanks. Clear Megan Smart - Office East Hamilton • Cuero Manager • Process Land & P.O. Box 963 • Yorktown 78164 Gravel Bednorz Johnnie Accepting all major credit cards Fence Lines.

• Limestone

TACLA 006213C LPG LICENSE 07110

GOHMERT AIR CONDITIONING Air conditioning/Heating Repair & Installation Residential - Commerical Bruce Gohmert, Owner S. Church 117 East Main • P.O. Box 752 • Yorktown, TX 78164 118

A/C/Heating • Brakes • Electrical • Oil Change Steering & Suspension • Tune Ups Transmissions/Overhauls • Front & Rear Differential Service Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

142 S. Riedel • Yorktown

Fence

361-564-2132 VISA - MasterCard - Discover accepted

361-564-2387 361-277-8884 • 361-648-9060 FOR ALL YOUR HAULING NEEDS CALL

FOR ALL YOUR HAULING NEEDS CALL • Backhoe Haul Material • Dozer to All Oilfield • Maintainer Locations. Clean • Gravel Up Locations.

• Fill Sand Build Roads, • Yard Dirt Trailer Pads, • Caliche State State HWY 72 East Tanks.Licensed Clear Licensed • Process P.O. Box 963 • Yorktown 78164 Land &Septic Septic Tank Tank Gravel Accepting all major credit cards FenceInstallation Lines.

Installation • Limestone YORKTOWN • 361-564-3033 CUERO • 361-277-8884 YORKTOWN • 361-564-3033 CUERO • 361-277-8884 Now Accepting All Major Credit Cards Mobile 361-648-0222 361-564-3033 • 361-564-4067 Now Accepting All Major Credit Cards Mobile 361-648-0222

(361) 564-9742

Custom FENCE Building All Types of Fencing

Betty & Sonny Seifert

Surface Burial Vault & Monument Co., Ltd.

JERRY’S

Larry & Tricia Kozielski Agents

Custom Fence Building

Jerry ~~~~All Alvarez

MAYFIELD

Vault & Monument

564-3842 TACLA26146C

Cattle Guard

Gregg 361-564-3978

FRE Types Of Fencing~~~~ Estim E ates Owner Fencing JerryDeer Alvarez, Owner P.O. Box 75 • Yorktown, Texas 78164 Home: 564-3793 Cell: 550-1248 564-4706

Burial Vaults, Monuments, Grave Excavating, Grave Slabs, Curbing, Concrete Flooring, Crushed Rock, Vases

361-938-5254 361-564-8240

601 W. 4th Nordheim, TX 78141

Alterations

www.surfaceburialvault.com

Pipe & Cattle Guards

__________________________________ CORRUGATED PIPE CONCRETE SLOPE HDPE PIPE CATTLE GUARD BEAMS SILT FENCING

Dozing & Welding

1-866-341-PIPE (7473) Office: 361-564-9100

Fax: 361-564-9165

Shredding

www.mayfieldpipebaycity.com

122 E. 5th

Water Well Service

Kerlick Shredding Shredding • Aerating Hauling • Plowing Kyle 361-649-0552 Clark 361-935-4743

Pest Control

ARE YOU BUGGED? CALL KEITH

LEMKE PEST CONTROL 564-2112 Nights, Weekends

Solar Pumps

Shop: 361-564-2121 361-491-1315 Cell: 361-791-1315

CUERO • 361-277-8884 Construction Mobile 361-648-0222

Yorktown, Texas 78164

YORKTOWN • 361-564-3033

CUERO • 361-277-8884 Accepting Mobile 361-648-0222 All Major

YORKTOWN • 361-564-3033

Credit Cards

Cell: 361-491-1128

Garbage Service

BONDED

Bail Bonds

Metal Building Erectors

Mueller Ag Rural Household Garbage Service Serving Nordheim Area, Cabeza, Cotton Patch & Garfield

Glenn Mueller 361-564-4754 361-938-5871

Monica

830-393-1109 361-798-4002