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Roy Dunn- Columnist Page 7 Section A

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RELIGION & LOCAL CHURCH GUIDE

Commentary Kaz’s Korner Joe Kazmar Page 4 Section B

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Week of Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Hard freeze pressing down on Southeast Texas Dave Rogers

For The Record

Mother Nature could strike another body blow for homeowners flooded out by Tropical Storm Harvey if they don’t take precautions. Long-range weather forecasts are calling for freezing temperatures in Orange County for New Year’s Day next week. “Prepare for possible pipebusting temperatures,” one weather watcher says. Maybe even snow. The Weather Channel’s 10-day forecast calls for snow showers on Jan. 1. AccuWeather’s seven-day forecast Tuesday predicted freezing temperatures beginning this weekend with lows of 15 degrees for Orange on New Year’s Day, with winds of 15 mph and possible rain. Brrrrr!

Colder tempuraturs approach than what was experienced during the recent snow seen here on Cow Bayou in Bridge City. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn

But as cold as it might be in that travel trailer parked in the front yard of your gutted-out house, Brad Childs of Childs Ace Hardware & Building Supply says don’t forget to protect your onceand-future home. “We’ve had the flood and a lot of people’s houses are not protected by insulation,” he said. “A lot of those homes were built at least 30 years ago and have copper [pipes] running all through the walls. “That will burst. They need to get some form of heat in those houses.” Vacant houses were on Childs’ mind Tuesday. “People that have vacation homes, lake houses or beach houses, they actually need to drain their pipes,” Childs said. “And at the lakes, where you might get a hard freeze,

use anti-freeze in the pipes to keep commodes from freezing.” Wrap any outdoor pipes to insulate them. Taking care of people and pets is important, too. Wear layers of clothing to stay warm. Gloves and a hat will prevent losing body heat. If you are using a space heater, place it on a level surface and keep anything flammable away from it. Be sure all fireplace embers are out and space heaters are turned off before leaving the room or going to bed. Bring pets inside or make sure they have enough shelter to stay warm and access to unfrozen water. Orange County received three inches of snow on Friday, Dec. 8, and several overnight freezes in the first two weeks of December.

Sheriff’s office deals for higher water wheels Dave Rogers

For The Record

Monte Hall has nothing on the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Needing a new high-water rescue vehicle to replace one worn out after Tropical Storm Harvey, the S.O. played let’s make a deal – and wound up with two of 2.5-ton, 4x4 military surplus vehicles for $7,500 each. “The original military price tag was still on them for $104,000 each,” Sheriff Keith Merritt said. “Even though they were built in 1998, they’ve both got engines with less than 4,000 miles on them. “I think we got a very good deal, and we’ll have them for many, many years to come.” And the best part? The funds to buy the trucks did not come from taxpayers. “We paid for both of them with drug forfeiture money,”

Merritt said. “It’s currency taken from the proceeds from drug busts. Some of it is property we seize and we end up selling, and some of it is from far away,” he said. “When the feds start seizing money from bank accounts related to drug trafficking, they share it with everybody involved [in the investigation]. We’ve gotten money from Georgia on stuff we were initially involved with in Orange. “It’s great for the county.” Merritt said the new trucks will be used for high-water rescue. “Or any kind of rescue,” he said. “It’s a truck that’ll let you carry a lot of people, or animals, or equipment. We found out during Harvey it could carry a lot of water.” Merritt said Sheriff’s Capt. Richard Howard, an Army reservist, discovered the HIGHER-WATER Page 3A

Brightly lit on Texas Avenue a nativity scene reminds motorists of the special meaning of Christmas retold each year throughout the centuries. It is a reminder of the true gift given to mankind that is celebrated this time of year. Christmas has past as the holiday season continues and 2018 quickly approaches. For most, however, it is the cherished memories of Christmas that is enduring. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn

BC vet marks anniversary of ‘Miracle’ Dave Rogers

For The Record

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has used drug forfeiture money to buy two military surplus M1078 light utility trucks for $7,500 each to use for high-water rescues.

Christmas Eve is always a special time for Bridge City’s Althanase “Junior” Benoit and so it was again this year. Benoit, 88, is a veteran who served in four different branches of the service and during two wars. But it was Dec. 24, 1950 that sticks out in his mind. That’s when he woke up on the hospital ship USS Consolation after being wounded during the Korean War. And, last week, that was

when he unwrapped a drawing of his favorite ship, sent to him by an online friend. A mischievous smile is always on Benoit’s face. His stories of joining the Navy at 14 and later, the Merchant Marines and U.S. Air Force don’t suggest someone that might be at home on a computer. But that’s where he found the fellow vet who volunteered to send him a painting of the Consolation. “He said he was in the MIRACLE Page 3A

Ruby Parks of Orange went from playing a bugle with the Bengal Guards to a World War II hitch in the Coast Guard. Tropical Storm Harvey chased her out of her home last summer. RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers

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Master Gardener Upcoming Events The OCMGA will be having a rose training session on Saturday, 2-13-18 from 8:30 - 11:30 at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442 in Orangefield. Cost is $15 which includes materials and 2 cuttings of your choice from our rose collection. Additional cuttings may be purchased. To enroll go to Orange. agrilife.org and click on the EarthKind Roses Propagation Class or you may call 409 882-7010. The OCMGA will be having their Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair, 3-24-18 from 8AM - 1PM at Cormier Park 8235 FM 1442 in Orangefield. All types of plants will be available such as Bedding plants, Texas SuperStars, Citrus, Avocados, Blueberries, Roses, Succulents, Trees, Shrubs and many more types of unusual plants. We are also looking for vendors who would be interested in renting space during our sale. Please send your information to sheribethard@yahoo. com for more information on space rental. Check our website https://txmg.org/orange for more information about the Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair.

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The Lunch Bunch got together for its annual Christmas lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at Robert’s Steakhouse, where Robert Rameriz was a great host again this year. Sitting, from left, Charles Rothrock, Robert Rameriz, Roy Dunn, Alice & Roy Rothrock, Darlene Montagne, Cedric Stout. Standing: Hershel Stagner, Jr., Joy Dubose-Simonton, Christy Koury, Derry & Jane Dunn, Dave Rogers, Shirley Zimmerman, Pam Honeycutt, Keith Wallace, Marlene & Sheriff Keith Merritt, Barry Burton, Randall Morris, Johnny Trahan, Faith Parkhurst, Joe Kazmar, Dylan Parkhurst, Joe Parkhurst, Joel Steirman and Carrie Buckner, our favorite waitress at Robert’s.

DPS: Give the Gift of Safe Travel This Holiday Season AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers that by staying sober and following basic traffic laws, they can give their fellow motorists the gift of safe travels this season. In an effort to increase safety on Texas roadways, DPS Troopers will be conducting traffic patrols throughout the holiday weekends of Dec. 31 – Jan. 1, looking for drunk drivers, speeders, seat belt violators and other dangerous drivers. Many local law enforcement agencies will also increase enforcement efforts over the holidays. “The holidays are here, and as everyone begins to celebrate this special time of year, we are also asking Texans to be responsible and safe,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We trust the

majority of Texans will heed our guidance to be extra careful and patient on the roadways, but there will always be those who disregard the safety of others by driving impaired or engaging in other reckless behavior. DPS, and police agencies across the state, will do our part to deter and take enforcement action against dangerous drivers over the holidays.” During the six-day Christmas/New Year holiday enforcement effort last year, DPS Troopers issued more than 72,000 citations and warnings for a variety of violations, including speeding, no insurance and seat belt/ child safety seat usage. DPS enforcement efforts also resulted in 439 DWI arrests, 289 fugitive arrests and 229 felony arrests. Remember to protect

those working on the side of the road this holiday by following the law: SLOW DOWN or MOVE OVER for police, fire, EMS, Texas Department of Transportation vehicles and tow trucks stopped on the side of the road with emergency lights activated. Also, show the same courtesy to fellow drivers stopped along the road. DPS offers the following additional tips for safe travel during the holidays: • Do not drink and drive. Make alternate travel plans if you are consuming alcohol. • Slow down – especially in bad weather, construction areas, heavy traffic and unfamiliar areas. • Eliminate distractions while driving, including the use of mobile devices. Texas law prohibits using a portable wireless device to read,

write or send an electronic message unless the vehicle is stopped. • Buckle up everyone in the vehicle – it’s the law. • Don’t drive fatigued – allow plenty of time to reach your destination. • Drive defensively, as holiday travel may present additional challenges. • If you see a road hazard or something suspicious during the holidays, report it to the nearest law enforcement agency. • Before your trip begins, make sure your vehicle is properly maintained and always double check to make sure all cargo is secure. • Monitor weather and road conditions wherever you are traveling. In the event of inclement weather, use extra caution on roadways.

The Eagles currently has openings to rent our hall for the following events: Parties, weddings, fund raisers, get togethers for family or friends and other occasions. Full service Bar, pool tables, music and a friendly sociable atmosphere. The Eagles Hall is located at 803 N. 28th Street, behind Sparks Auto Sells. We are open Tuesday thru Saturday after 4:00 pm. Come by or call for more information at 409886-7381.

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Mail-out aims to lower 2018 home values Dave Rogers

For The Record

Since 1948 the Orange Lions Club has been distributing holiday food baskets! What began as a small service project has turned into a tradition with the club. This year the Orange Lions Club distributed 75 holiday food baskets. Food Basket Chairperson Lion Sandra Williams is shown kneeling in the middle of the picture and with her are all the other Orange Lions Club members and volunteers. Orange Lions Club – “Where there is a need, there is a Lion!”

High-water wheels trucks listed for sale out of the federal surplus yard in San Antonio. “Then we sent he and a mechanic to San Antonio to make sure we were getting a good price,” the sheriff said. “Capt. Howard had actually driven them some in Iraq, so he was pretty familiar. I did, too, when I was in the military.”

Miracle

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Prior to Tropical Storm Harvey, the county owned one of the so-called “deuce and a half” trucks. “It was in bad shape before Harvey and not safe to use after it,” Merritt said of the county’s former deuce and a half. “We basically used it for three days straight [after the floods began Aug. 29]. I don’t

think the engine got turned off. We just had different drivers jumping in and out. “It was all we had until the Army National Guard got here a couple of days in. Then we kind of backed off.” The two trucks will be split up, with one being permanently housed on the western side of the county, in Vidor; the other in Orange.

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Navy but painting was a hobby of his and, ‘Anybody that wants a picture of their ship, I’m going to send it to them.’ “I told him when I was in the Navy, I was never on ship. I trained on landing craft in Coronado, Calif. “But I received surgery on the USS Consolation. He said, ‘Yeah, I can send you it.’” And it was that hospital

ship Benoit proudly showed off recently. “The USS Consolation is not in service anymore. Like me,” Benoit said. The shell that tore into Benoit’s right shoulder struck him during the final stages of the Hungnam Evacuation, nicknamed “The Christmas Miracle” as more than 100,000 North Korean civilians and a like number of

United Nations and South Korean troops left North Korea ahead of the advancing Chinese Army. The blast blew Benoit off the beach and into the sea. From there, he was transferred to the hospital ship. Benoit soon returned to the United States and served out the war in California. He moved to Bridge City in 1981.

Seasonal flu death estimates increases Staff Report For The Record

According to new estimates published Tuesday, between 291,000 and 646,000 people worldwide die from seasonal influenzarelated respiratory illnesses each year, higher than a previous estimate of 250,000 to 500,000 and based on a robust, multinational survey. The new estimate, from a collaborative study by CDC and global health partners, appears today in The Lancet. The estimate excludes deaths during pandemics. “These findings remind us of the seriousness of flu and that flu prevention should really be a global priority,” says Joe Bresee, M.D., associate director for global health in CDC’s Influenza Division and a study co-author. The new estimates use more recent data, taken from a larger and more diverse group of countries than previous estimates. Forty-seven countries contributed to this effort. Researchers calculated annual seasonal influenza-associated respiratory deaths for 33 of those coun-

tries (57 percent of the world’s population) that had death records and seasonal influenza surveillance information for a minimum of four years between 1999 and 2015. Statistical modeling with those results was used to generate an estimate of the number of flu-associated respiratory deaths for 185 countries across the world. Data from the other 14 countries were used to validate the estimates of seasonal influenza-associated respiratory death from the statistical models. Poorest nations, older adults hit hardest by flu Researchers calculated region-specific estimates and age-specific mortality estimates for people younger than 65 years, people 65-74 years, and people 75 years and older. The greatest flu mortality burden was seen in the world’s poorest regions and among older adults. People age 75 years and older and people living in sub-Saharan African countries experienced the highest rates of flu-associated respiratory

deaths. Eastern Mediterranean and Southeast Asian countries had slightly lower but still high rates of flu-associated respiratory deaths. Despite World Health Organization recommendations to use flu vaccination to help protect people in high-risk populations, few developing countries have seasonal flu vaccination programs or the capacity to produce and distribute seasonal or pandemic vaccines. Global flu surveillance protects all nations, including U.S. CDC works with global partners to improve worldwide capacity for influenza prevention and control. CDC has helped more than 60 countries build surveillance and laboratory capacity to rapidly detect and respond to influenza threats, including viruses with the potential to cause global pandemics. These efforts, along with technical support, has helped some partners generate estimates of influenza-associated deaths, which contributed to this global effort.

The Orange County Appraisal District has mailed questionnaires to all its property owners to get information about unrepaired Tropical Storm Harvey damage remaining on Jan. 1, 2018. The answers will figure into lowered 2018 property appraisals for many county property owners. “Any remaining damage on Jan. 1 will be accounted for on the appraisal for 2018,” said Mike Cedars, chief appraiser. The questionnaire is also available to fill out and submit via the OCAD website at www.orangecad.net. The district plans to review all evidence presented and make adjustments that will be reflected on the “Notice of Appraised Value” that will be mailed to property owners by April, 2018. Property owners should respond to the questionnaire even if their property received no damage from the storm, Cedars said. “About half the people in Orange that we’ve received completed questionnaires from said they received no damage,” he said Tuesday. “You need to return the questionnaire even if you had no damage. We’re applying all this information, so we can see any areas that flooded.” Some estimates said as

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Cedars said a question heard repeatedly at his office was whether or not the 65-and-over “freeze” on school, county and city taxes for senior citizens would be adversely affected when tax values go up in later years. The answer, said the appraiser, is no. “Taxes can be reduced but they can never be higher than the freeze amount” for seniors that already have a ceiling on their account, Cedars said. Higher property values for 2019 and beyond are anticipated after all storm damage has been repaired. “Almost everybody going in, their house will be more valuable after it is rebuilt,” Cedars said. “We experienced that after Hurricane Ike in Bridge City. People that had formica countertops now have granite and people who had tile floors rebuilt with wood.” Cedars said there was no deadline to return the questionnaires. “We’re logging them as they come in, taking as much information as we can before we mail notices out in April,” he said. “But they’ll have another chance. “We’re going to give people as much time as they can.” Tax bills for 2018 don’t go out until October and taxes aren’t due until Dec. 31, 2018.

many as 80 percent of the county’s homes were flooded. “We’re sending a questionnaire out to everybody with improved property – if it’s got a building, a house, whatever on the property,” Cedars said. “The main thing is we need the depth of the water at the time of the flood. And then, if they’ll tell us the amount of remaining damage on Jan. 1. “We have to base the appraisal on Jan. 1.” The questionnaire asks property owners to briefly describe the damage yet to be repaired on their stormaffected home or business and include an estimate for repair. Documenting evidence, including photos, insurance estimates and/or contractor bids, should be included. Cedars says Orange County has about 37,000 improved properties and only seven appraisers, so asking property owners to help is essential. “We’re doing our best to try to get this information,” he said. “All we’re trying to do at this point is gather information.” Overall, he said, the Appraisal District employs 17 people, and six of those employees “experienced this flood. “So we do understand, and we’re trying to make it as easy as we can to get through this flood.”

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TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2007

From The Creaux’s Nest ANOTHER YEAR HAS FLOWN BY GOODBYE TO 2017 It was a year of several disasters, storms and fires. On Jan. 20, a new president was sworn into office. New York businessman Donald J. Trump, who had no experience in government, became the leader of the free world. He brought into office a group of people who also had no experience in government. Many of them are now gone. Some are under indictment, with others expected. Here at home, we were hit again with another hurricane named Harvey, that brought the 100-year flood. Many home sites went under water that had never flooded before. In many cases, victims were put on hold as help was slow coming from FEMA and some insurance companies. It is hard to predict what the new year will bring. Our state and country is on a 94-month economic growth that started when Obama assumed office and has continued under Trump. It’s difficult to tell how the new $1.5 trillion tax plan will affect the future. Can the growth be sustained or will the balloon burst. The midterm elections should see changes in our federal government, probably split leadership, which is not a bad thing. Both houses and the White House will be forced to work together. What I fear the most in the new year is the prospect of war. Hopefully cool heads will keep the lid from blowing off and Trump can be held in check.***** I need to move on and complete this last column of the year. Hopefully in the new year we will be more active. Special thanks to Meri Elen Jacobs, who has done such a great job covering the Mustangs with great copy and photos. We can’t praise her enough for a job well done. We really appreciate her. Also thanks to Kaz, Capt. Dickie and Capt. Chuck for their great, well read columns each week. Moving on. Come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm.

POISONING YOUNG MINDS Youngsters throughout my life have been taught respect for the law and those who enforce it. What’s happening now is just the opposite. When the leaders of our country preach and teach disrespect for the law, we are setting up a bad, long lasting situation that is like a cancer. Over the years that cancer could eat away at our most basis values. The greatest, longtime danger of President Trump, his supporters and FOX News’ assault on law enforcement and the judiciary is that easily impressed youngsters are listening. They form opinions at an early age, and carry them through life. The attacks on the FBI, the courts and those who administer the laws are a direct assault to our constitution and democracy. The rule of law is what separates us from dictatorships. Our democracy is set up to protect all of us through that rule. I understand why Trump and his followers are using the ‘Talking Points’ that the FBI is dishonest, and that the courts are rigged. It’s designed to put the agency and the courts in a bad light in the event that they find someone has grossly violated the law. It’s a shield against those accusations. To infer judges are dishonest and the law is crooked does deep physiological damage to the young. Already those youngsters are exposed to way too much hatred and a decline of morals. The FBI is not just one organization in Washington, almost every law enforcement agency throughout the U.S. has at least one officer who is a graduate of the FBI Academy. They are some of the finest men I have known. President Trump is trying to save his neck and those of family members and friends, but in so doing he is painting law enforcement with a dangerous brush. Believe me, he and FOX News are doing irreversible damage to our country and they need to stop it now. All of the crazy things, wild tweets and berating freedom of the press as fake news are one thing, but to down grade the law enforcement functions of our democracy and to call them dishonest, crooked and rigged and having no regard for the rule of law should never be tolerated.

MUSTANGS END GREAT WINNING STREAK The West Orange Mustangs had a great run at it but their 40-game winning streak came to an end in a 41-21 loss, in the state championship game, to Texarkana. Pleasant Cove took the first play of the game to the house for a quick 7-0 lead. That was the second game in a row that the Mustangs were scored on in the first play of the game. The Mustangs were never expected to go as far as they did this season but the final score doesn’t reflect the closeness of the game. WO-S was in sight, just seven points behind, in the last few minutes, when two quick pick six TD’s did them in. Pleasant Grove put a well balanced team on the field. The Mustangs have been proud champions, who played their fourth state championship game in a row, winning two consecutive state championship titles. You can bet the WO-S Mustangs will be back. They have a proud tradition that is well deserved. They took a rebuilding team all the way to state. How good is that? It just wasn’t suppose to happen. Thanks to a great Mustang team and coaching staff.

OUR CONDOLENCES We were deeply saddened to learn about the death of our longtime friend, educator and civic leader Albert “Al” Gore, who died Dec. 18, at his home. Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 23. Our sincere condolences to his wife of 65 years, Patricia and her family. Al was a special guy who contributed much good to our world while he walked it. May he rest in peace. Please see obituary.

Joe and Susan Kazmar are moving into their new garden home, constructed by Rodney Townsend. Susan is retiring in May after many years of teaching. The Kazmar’s, along with Joe’s brother and his wife have already booked a three week vacation in Poland where the Kazmar boys will research their ancestry. The family name will come to an end after this generation. Their dad, an only son, had two sons who just have girls.*****Longtime radio man BBRC Richard ‘Dick’ Corder celebrates another birthday on Jan. 4. A year or so ago, the ‘Old Fisherman’ and morning radio jock was forced into retirement after suffering a stroke. .*****Other good folks we know celebrating birthdays are Tom Perry, retired Navy man, former school board member and city councilman, will celebrate his day on Jan. 2. *****Pat Monoque celebrates his day Jan. 2. He and the lovely Wanda will mark their wedding anniversary on Jan. 4. Best wishes.*****June Gunstream also marks down another birthday Jan. 2 and Barbara Dardeaux celebrates her day Jan. 3.*****Two great people celebrate on Jan. 5. Vivian Holbrooks, a true angel who’s put up with Fain for over 50 years. and Kenneth Young, one of the great guys, marks another year. (Editor’s note: Ken passed away a couple of years ago.)***** Our buddy and everyone’s friend, Skipper Free, celebrates her big day on Jan. 6. We wish all good things for one of the true Orange characters. It’s never dull when Skipper is around.*****Jan. 8 would have been Elvis Presley’s birthday. He died August 16, 1977. *****Beverly Perry and friends, Judy Cox, of Bridge City and Sylvia Smith, of Groves, visited New York City last month. Bev reports they had a great time in the ‘Big Apple.’ Lou Raburn was scheduled to go but ended up in the hospital with pneumonia.*****Ron Moreau does it again. Ron, almost 71 but going on 17, was stopped and ticketed while doing a burn out in his 500 hp ’66 Corvette. He was trying to impress one of his old classmates by taking him for a nostalgic ride. Some people never grow up.***** Everyone that saw the movie ‘Charlie Wilson’s War’ spoke highly of it. A sidebar you may not know is that Mike Nichols, who directed the movie, is married to Diane Sawyer who once had a fling with Charlie when she worked for President Nixon. She said she got away from him because he was just too wild for her. She and Mike have been married many years. .*****Ringing in the New Year are 303 million people. The census bureau reports 303,146.284, up 2,842,103 people or 0.9 percent, over New Year’s Day 2007. In the New Year, the USA will register one birth every eight seconds and one death every 11 seconds. Migration will bring one person every 30 seconds, resulting is an increase in the population of one person every 13 seconds. At that rate, we can’t build roads and prisons fast enough.*****Nicole Kidman and husband Keith Urban are expecting their first child. Nicole is the mother of two adopted children Isabella, 14 and Conor, 12, were adopted during her 11 year marriage to Tom Cruise. This will be her first natural born child.*****One of my favorite actors of all times Robert Duval turns 77-years old, Jan. 5.

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Obituaries 10 Years Ago-2007 Floyd A. Craig, 65, of Orange, passed away, Thursday, Dec. 27. Funeral service was held Sunday, Dec. 30. Floyd worked as a mechanic and also served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by daughter, Pam Daley and husband, Dale and three grandchildren, Kimberly, Emily and Gabriel Daley.***** Alberta Nujaber Premeaux, 73, of West Orange, passed away Monday, December 24. Funeral service was held at Friday, December 28. She resided in West Orange, for 41 years, where she was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband of fifty seven years, Preston, two daughters, Pat Johnson and Carolyn Penick and son Kenneth Premeaux ten grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.*****Freddie Dunlap “Gramps” 64, of Bridge City, died Sunday, December 23. Funeral service was held Thursday, December 27. He was a supervisor at Livingston Gulfport Shipbuilding and a former Volunteer Bridge City Fireman. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Dunlap, daughters Shawna Dunlap Gauthier and Kimberly Ann Dunlap grandchildren Michael Shawn Gauthier and Brandon Scott Gauthier.***** James E. “Jim” Hill, 83, of Orange, passed away Monday, December 24. Graveside service was held Thursday December 27. Jim was a WWII Veteran and a longtime resident of Orange. He is survived by his wife, Doris Hill, son, James Robert Hill, daughter, Roseanne McDade, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.***** Gladys C. White, 89, of Orange, died December 25, 2007. Funeral service was held Saturday, December 29, 2007. She was a member of the Sunset Grove Ladies Golf Association and was involved in many charitable organizations. She is survived by her daughters, Bobbie Robertson, and Julia Katherine White, grandchildren, and great grandchildren,

40 Years Ago-1978 Gov. Dolph Briscoe is being challenged by Attorney General John Hill. Former Gov. Preston Smith, also in the race, will probably force a runoff between Hill and Briscoe.*****Joe Christie, the boy from Rising Star and candidate for U.S. senator, will visit Orange County on Jan. 9. *****CPA John Dubose, of Bridge City, has been named Business Manager-Controller of Finances for the Port Arthur News and Orange Leader. *****Jo Ann Singletary has been picked by Judge Don Burgess as the clerk of the new 260th. Dist. Court. *****The lovable big guy Dewey ‘Teddy Bear’ Cox has been spending a lot of time around the hospital since his kids were involved in a car accident Christmas Eve in East Texas. The youngsters are coming along fine. (Editor’s note: Dewey, who was Mr. Boiler Maker, was later killed in an Arkansas plane crash which also took the life of attorney Marlin Thompson, his wife and others. *****Pinehurst now has its own pharmacy. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Johnson are the new owners. ***** Ethel Campbell received a letter from the White House after she wrote the song ‘One Giant Step’ (From A Peanut Farm.) President and Mrs. Carter thanked her for her kind gesture and sent their warmest.*****Joy Ham announced she will be a candidate for the office of district clerk that she was appointed to after the death of Edna Enmon in May 1977. (Editor’s note: She was attorney Bearden’s aunt, his mother Jewel’s sister.) *****Bob Krueger will be facing Christie, who came into the race late, for U.S. Senator. Krueger has all the money he needs. The winner will face Sen. John Tower. Unseating him is a tough job.

won the State championship. Bobby does the radio airplay throughout the season and got to broadcast their championship win. A great birthday gift. City councilman and former Bridge City mayor Kirk Roccaforte celebrates the coming of another birthday. Ms. Phyl and Roy’s oldest great-grandson, by way of Karen, Leland Clay Gros, also celebrates on this day. Happy birthday also to Lorraine Bonin, Bobby Sibert and Judy Taylor. Joining them in birthday celebrations are local football star Jamaal Charles, 30, actress Brittany Anne Pirtie, 27, and wrestler Bill Goldberg, 50.*****Dec. 28: A bunch of great folks celebrate on this day. Judge David Dunn, Mary Stanton, David’s longtime bride, Harriet Dubose celebrates also Earl Thomas’ mom, Debbie Thomas. They are joined by singer John Legend, 38 and actor Danzel Washington, 62.****Dec. 29: Happy birthday to Kenny ‘KeeKee’ Dupuis, Donna Self, ‘The queen of Burgertown,’ Jacklyn Bradberry, Lauren Leger and Pam DeDoux. Also celebrating are actors Jon Voight, 78, Jude Law, 44 and Ted Danson, 69.******Dec. 30: My buddy Rosalie Clark marks a birthday today, sadly without her twin Mary Ann. She will be remembered by Rosalie and everyone who knew and loved her. Having birthdays also are former Major League pitcher John Patterson, Tina Jetten, Paula Aven and Rebecca Hannegan. Celebrities joining them are golfer Tiger Woods, 41, boxer Laila Ali, 39 and former TV show host Matt Lauer, 59.*****Dec. 31: A great lady, Norma Fusilier, celebrates today as does Holly DeRouin, Richard Hunter, Jessica Anderson and Sandra Hovind. Joining them are Donald Trump, Jr., who will be 39, actors Anthony Hopkins, 79, Val Kilmer, 57, and Ben Kingsley, 73.*****Jan. 1: Joanne Hill, Cynthia Hernandez and Glenda Wilburn all celebrate today. Also celebrating are actors Morris Chestnut, 48 and Katrina Law, 32.*****Jan. 2: Angela Abshire, Cody Johnson and Jason Sieck all celebrate today as does actor Cuba Gooding, Jr., 49, Take Diggs, 46 and Kate Bosworth, 34.

HAPPENINGS Last week, the Wednesday Lunch Bunch gathered for their annual Christmas get together, sponsored by Robert Ramirez, owner of Robert’s Restaurant and Market. Robert is a good person who helps out in many causes. The kid from Brownsville is always giving back to the community. The Lunch Bunch meets every Wednesday and about 80 different people attend throughout the year. Attendance is not compulsory. It’s a gathering of fellowship shared by people in different walks of life. The next gathering will be Wednesday, Jan. 3, at Van Choate’s Tuffy’s. Everyone always welcome, no dues. Your attendance will be valued and appreciated.*****Cowboys and Texans out. “Go Saints.” It is no surprise Earl Thomas spoke with coach Jason Garrett, telling him he’s ready to join the Cowboys. Earl hinted in a ESPN magazine story that things were not all well at Seattle. He said even the Seahawks don’t give respect deserved, especially when a player is hurt. Earl is either after more money or he is ready to leave all his friends behind. He lives in a $2 million home in the mountains that he also would have to leave. Earl said in his interview that, “He would not raise his girls in Orange even though he would always keep a presence there.”*****Congrats to Stephanie Sehon and Alex Hurst on their recent engagement. The couple invited Stephanie’s parents to travel to Houston Zoo Lights on Saturday for a Christmas outing. That is where Alex surprised Stephanie with his proposal. The wedding planning will begin after they set the date for sometime in 2018.*****Miss Irene Stevens will celebrate her 90th birthday on Dec. 27. Please join family and friends for a surprise social on Dec. 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at 329 Paula, in Bridge City. She’s a great lady, the widow of the late city councilman Steve Stevens. Best wishes for many more healthy years.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Otis Badeaux was placing some flowers on da grave of his dearly departed mama when he spotted Clovis Comeaux. Clovis was kneeling at another grave across the cemetery. Clovis seemed to be praying with profound intensity him. He kept repeating, “Why did you die you?” “Why did you die, hanh?” “Why are you dead?” Badeaux knew Comeaux was having some family problems but he couldn’t understand wat had Comeaux so upset. He approached him and said, “Clovis, I don’t want to disturb you grief but man, I ain’t never seen you in pain like dat before.” “Who is you mourning for like dat, you mama, you papa, a child?” Comeaux took a moment to collect himself den replied, “No my wife Thelma’s first husband Sostan, him.”

C’EST TOUT Amazing Texas High School Football I watched every championship game beginning with Newton’s Class 3-A 40-16 win over Gunter, at AT&T Stadium. It was a great win for a great coach. W.T. Johnston, 52, is a seven year Newton coach who has fought through a double lung transplant and taken three years of treatments for a potential fatal disease. Coach Johnston has heard many times that he had no chance to live. He said he was a testament to God. He had warned his young team he might not make it to the state playoffs with them. He lived long enough to win a state championship. The team dedicated the game to him and said, “We did this all for Coach, we love that man.” Coach Johnston has just one of the four known cases in the U.S., a graft-versus-host disease, contracted following his double lung transplant. There is no telling what treatment will or will not work. Winning a sate championship might be just the right medicine for recovery. We pray it is. As far as the caliber of high school football in Texas, its just amazing. I couldn’t believe that I was watching youngsters with so much talent. In the higher classes, the throwing and catching was as good or better than some colleges. The speed of some youngsters is absolutely amazing. How would the high school teams of yester-year fair against today’s talented athletes. No comparison. Three yards and a cloud of dust couldn’t stay on the field with today’s teams.*****My time is up, thanks for yours. Have a safe, Happy New Year. Take care and God bless.

BIRTHDAYS A few folks we know celebrating birthdays in the next few days. Dec. 27: Today Bobby Fillyaw marks a birthday but he celebrated last Thursday when the Newton Eagles

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Master Gardener Upcoming Events e OCMGA will be having a rose training session on Saturday, 2-13-18 from 8:30 - 11:30 at Cormier Park, 8235 FM 1442 in Orangeﬁeld. Cost is $15 which includes materials and 2 cuttings of your choice from our rose collection. Additional cuttings may be purchased. To enroll go to Orange.agrilife.org and click on the EarthKind Roses Propagation Class or you may call 409 882-7010. e OCMGA will be having their Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair, 3-24-18 from 8AM 1PM at Cormier Park 8235 FM 1442 in Orangeﬁeld. All types of plants will be available such as Bedding plants, Texas SuperStars, Citrus, Avocados, Blueberries, Roses, Succulents, Trees, Shrubs and many more types of unusual plants. We are also looking for vendors who would be interested in renting space during our sale. Please send your information to sheribethard@yahoo.com for more information on space rental. Check our website https://txmg.org/orange for more information about the Annual Bloomin’ Crazy Plant Fair.

Bridge City HS Class of 1974 Plans are currently being made for a class reunion to be held in the Spring of 2018. If you are interested please contact us at mimihernandez0@gmail.com or on Facebook at BCHS Class of 1974. Please contact your friends and share this information.

Eagles Hall available to rent e Eagles currently has openings to rent our hall for the following events: Parties, weddings, fund raisers, get togethers for family or friends

and other occasions. Full service Bar, pool tables, music and a friendly sociable atmosphere. e Eagles Hall is located at 803 N. 28th Street, behind Sparks Auto Sells. We are open Tuesday thru Saturday after 4:00 pm. Come by or call for more information at 409-886-7381.

Golden Kiwanis Meetings Orange Golden K Kiwanis will not meet this Wednesday, Dec. 27, due to the Seasonal Holidays. Our next meeting will be held on Wed., Jan. 3 Golden K Kiwanis reconvenes at usual time of 910 a.m. at the Orange Salvation Army facility, corner of MLK and Strickland Dr. Guest speaker will be Mike Louviere, Orange Leader writer, speaking on the once well-known Bengal Guards of Orange. e public is welcomed, and coﬀee served. e following are dates for January. Mon., Jan. 8 - OCF (Orange County Friends, formerly Orange Newcomers) is tentatively set for 6 p.m. on Jan. 8. e location is TBD. Call or text 409.779.0208 for further information. Cost is $10 to play. Wed., Jan. 10 - Golden K Kiwanis will present a special program on the Antarctica. Time will be extended for this morning, 9-10:30 a.m., with cookies and coﬀee at the Salvation Army Center at corner of MLK and Strickland. A retired Beaumont dentist was invited by a National Geographic Expedition Team to accompany them on the recent] icy cold journey. Sam W. Showalter, DDS, currently of Nederland, is the noted dentist to compile information. e public is invited free of charge to hear a stunning experience into the depths of Antarctica. Dr. Showalter recently presented his Antarctica trip to his church, Calder Baptist in Beaumont.

Detailed information will soon follow. Wed., Jan. 17 - Golden K Kiwanis will meet 910 a.m. at the Salvation Army Building, corner of MLK and Strickland, for coﬀee and speaker. e guest speaker today will be Maureen McAlister, Director of the Orange United Way, as well as the Orange Citizen of the Year 2017.

Fraternal Order of Eagles New Years Dance e Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2523 members will be having a New Year’s Eve Dance on Sunday, December 31st at 803 N. 28th St. in Orange starting at 8 pm until. e band will be Creole Cookin’, and the cost is $10.00 a chair or $60.00 a table. Party Favors will be given out and you can bring your own snacks. e public is invited to purchase tickets, so call to reserve your table now. We are open Tuesday thru Saturday, after 4 p.m., for more info you may call 409-8867381.

DAR meeting set On Tuesday, Jan. 16 - e DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Orange chapter will conduct its monthly meeting at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Bridge City oﬀ FM 1442 (also known as Roundbunch) at 10:30 a.m. e speaker will be Claire Smith, speaking about the trials and tribulations of beekeeping, one of her special endeavors. For more information, please contact 409.792.9816.

Orange County Friends to meet urs., Jan. 4 - OCF (Orange County Friends, formerly Orange Newcomers) Party Bridge will take place on urs., Jan. 4, at 11:30 a.m. for Dutch treat lunch at e Garden District Restaurant, with play beginning at 12 noon. Restaurant is located on Hwy. 87, just down the road from LCMHS on opposite side, next to ﬂorist. Cost is

$1 to play. For more information, please call 409.670.5026. Wed., Jan. 10 - OCF (Orange County Friends, formerly Orange Newcomers) will play Mah Jongg, a Eastern game of tiles, at home of Karen Akers, 409.330.4077. Call for info. Location is 6304 W. Tanagers Trail, Orange, TX 77632. ursday, Jan. 25 - OCF (Orange County Friends) will grab the dice for 10 a.m. Day Bunco, held once again at Lindenwood home of Anne Payne, 4707 Frost Place, Orange 77630. Cost is $5 to play. Please bring your favorite covered dish or snack food. e Nov. winner of Most Buncos was Lois Ferrell, while the honor of Most Losses went to Belinda Giarratano. Call or text 409.313.8575 for info.

VFW to host Dance e VFW located at 5303 Hwy. 87 in Orange will host Ivy Dugas for a dance on ursday, December 28th. For more information, please call 409-886-9738.

Orange Al-Anon meetings Al-Anon can help if someone close to you has a drinking or addiction problem. Al-Anon meets Sundays & Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., North Orange Baptist Church, 4775 N. 16th St. (Rear), Orange, TX. Call 988-9886 or 474-2171 for more info. Calls are kept Conﬁdential.

Al-Anon Meetings Al-Anon meetings are held on ursday's at 7p.m. in the Library at St. Henry's Catholic Church Education building located at 475 W. Roundbunch Rd. Bridge City. For more information please contact Cindy at 749-9036 or Mike 718-0333.

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The Lutcher Theater was recently named the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month for December 2017. Pictured, from left, are Marketing Manager Katie Loftin, Managing Director Lynae Sanford, Ambassador Rani Dillow, Chamber President Elyse Thibodeaux. Photo courtesy of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce

Lutcher named Chamber Member of Dec. e Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Lutcher eater for the Performing Arts has been named Member of the Month for December 2017. Managing Director, Lynae Sanford accepted the award, sponsored by Sabine River Ford, from Ambassador Rani Dillow, Loan Originator at Westin Mortgage Group at the December Networking Coﬀee hosted by Bridge City ISD. Lutcher eater received gifts from Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine Federal Credit Union, Mary Kelone of Barefoot Souls, Complete Staﬃng, and Neches Federal

Credit Union. Lutcher eater for the Performing Arts, the largest performing arts series from Houston, Texas, to New Orleans, Louisiana that opened February 7, 1980 with a Gala featuring a performance by the ﬂamboyant pianist Liberace. Over the past 37 years the Lutcher eater has continued to provide professional entertainment for enlightenment and cultural growth by hosting world class entertainers such as Willie Nelson, BB King, e Oak Ridge Boys, and Clint Black as well as national touring productions like Riverdance, CATS, Miss Saigon, and Blue

Man Group. Culture and entertainment for children is provided through Incredible Kids Events, one of the largest performing arts series of touring companies for children in the area which is underwritten to make it aﬀordable for all children. e upcoming 2018 season is scheduled with incredible shows like Kinky Boots, Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, On Golden Pond, and Rain a tribute to the Beatles and much more. For more information on these and other upcoming events or to purchase tickets, call (409) 886-5535 or visit www.lutcher.org.

e Texas Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs have named Rep. Dade Phelan among elected oﬃcials as State Alliance Legislative Champions for the 85th Legislative session. Others are Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, Sen. Jose Menendez, Rep. John Zerwas, Rep. Drew Darby, Rep. Ina Minjarez and Rep. Trent Ashby. e State Alliance Legislative Champion Award is given to elected oﬃcials who have taken the lead in representing and advocating on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the state, have gone above and beyond to further the position of the Texas State Alliance, helped secure or maintain state funding or had other major impact on the Alliance. is year’s Champion awards are being made to legislators who were instrumental in inclusion of $4.5 million over two years in the state budget to support proven intensive academic mentoring for children, and to legislators who led on a bill to prevent and address youth cyberbullying. “ese Senators and Representatives stood strong for the youth of Texas, especially those that are members of the Boys & Girls Clubs in the state. Because of their commitment to these kids, $4.5 million for the biennium was passed in TEA’s budget for the Texas Innovation and Mentoring (TX AIM) program

for local Clubs statewide,” Texas Alliance Executive Director Michael Willard said. In recognizing Rep. Phelan, Willard said that as a member of

the Texas House Appropriations Committee, Phelan’s leadership during the 85th Legislative Session made it possible to maintain

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Deaths and Memorials

Albert Dana Gore, 85, Bridge City

Sam L. Street, 85, Orange

Gloria Walles Chandler, 75, Orange

Albert Dana Gore, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Alâ&#x20AC;? of Bridge City, TX, passed away at his home on Monday, December 18, 2017. He was a long time resident of Bridge City and served the community as an educator and civic leader. His thirty-four year career in education included teaching chemistry and biology in Kountze, Port Arthur, and Bridge City Independent School Districts, serving as principal at Bridge CityJunior High, and as Assistant Superintendent in Bridge City Independent School District. As a respected civic leader, in 1973, he ALBERT was elected chairman of the Charter DANA GORE Commission for the purpose of forming a new charter for Bridge City. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;is led to the incorporation of â&#x20AC;&#x153;î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e City of Bridge Cityâ&#x20AC;?. He was a member of the Bridge City Rotary Club, and was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. In 1971, he was recognized by the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Outstanding Citizen of the Yearâ&#x20AC;?. He was the eldest son of Earl Crockett and Maude Cole Gore. He was raised in Kirbyville, TX and attended public schools there. He later graduated from Sam Houston State Teachers College with Bachelor of Science and Masters of Education degrees. He also served his country in the United States Army as a guided missile ďŹ re control crewman. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Bridge City, and following his retirement, he and his wife, Patricia, traveled and helped with building projects with the Volunteer Christian Builders. His many hobbies and interests included hunting, ďŹ shing, gardening, genealogical research, and custom designed jewelry. He is survived by his wife of sixty ďŹ ve years, Patricia Pyle Gore of Madisonville, TX; brother, William E. Gore and wife Helen of Redding, CT; daughter, Cheri Gore Yerkes and husband Mark of Huntsville, TX; son, Gerry Gore and wife Leslie of Vicksburg, MS; four grandchildren: Keith Yerkes and wife Brandi of Leander, TX; Daena Yerkes Rowe and husband, Daniel of Belton, TX; WilliamTyler Gore and Hannah Elizabeth Gore of Vicksburg, MS. Survivors also include four precious great-grandchildren: Norah and Adam Rowe and Easton and Lincoln Yerkes. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. OďŹ&#x192;ciating will be Reverend Gerry Gore. Burial followed the service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Daniel Rowe, William Tyler Gore, Keith Yerkes, Mark Yerkes, William E. Gore, and Col. James Gustine, U.S. Army, Retired.

Sam L. Street, 85, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2017, in Magnolia, Texas. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. OfďŹ ciating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Petrolia, Texas, on September 8, 1932, he was the son of Sam Lige Street, Sr. and Edith (Bowden) SAM L. Street. Sam was a member of North OrSTREET ange Baptist Church. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Sam retired from DuPont Sabine River Works after 35 years of employment. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Edith Street; brothers, W.K. Street and Melvin Street; and sisters, Mildred Smith, Darlene Holcomb, Lois Fancher, Mary Vincent, Myrtice Moore and Marjorie McClure. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Street; son, Kenneth D. Street and wife Pam of Diboll; daughter Kathryn Halfacre and husband Glenn of Magnolia; grandchildren, Matthew Halfacre and wife Celia of Lake Hills, Adam Halfacre and wife Christina of Kansas City, Kansas, Philip Halfacre and wife Tana Goldwire of Orange, and Bradley Street of Lufkin; great-grandchildren, Christopher Street, Arlo Halfacre and Sabra Halfacre; and brother Buddy Ralph Street and wife Maureen of Orange. Serving as pallbearers will be Matthew Halfacre, Adam Halfacre, Philip Halfacre, Bradley Street and Glenn Halfacre.

Graveside Services for Gloria Walles Chandler, age 75 years, will be held on Sunday December 31,2017 at 1pm at the Mary Williams Cemetery Oilla Community with 2 of her nephews. Sarge Cotton & Mark Scales presiding. She died on Tuesday December 13, 2017 at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston Texas, due to complications of heart bypass surgery. She was born on Sunday April 26,1942 to Trave Walles & Birdie(Linscomb) Walles. On Wednesday May 25,1960 she married James E. GLORIA WALLES Chandler who proceeded her in 2014. CHANDLER She was also proceeded by 1 nephew Ricky Sanders; 1 niece Kathy Wilson Nichols; 1 brother n law James Sanders; her parents Trave & Birdie Walles. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e Chandler/Walles family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to her niece Debbie & Curtis(Sanders) Bynum & son Brandon for taking care of her after Hurricane Harvey. She is survived by 1 sister Dolores Sanders, 2 brothers, Weldon Walles & Wilford Walles & wife Beverly, sister in laws Betty Horn Chandler & Cherry Chandler Scales & Husband Royce, numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.

Roger Brister, 76, Orange Roger Brister, 76, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2017, in Orange.Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. OďŹ&#x192;ciating will be Reverend Tommy Anthony of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. Born in Orange, Texas, on April 30, 1941, he was the son of John Nelon Brister and Vera Belle (Hamerly) Brister. Roger was a longtime member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church ROGER and served in United States Army during BRISTER the Vietnam War. He was a retired machinist from Chevron in Orange. Roger adored his grandchildren and always carried their pictures with him, eager to show them oďŹ&#x20AC; to everyone. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ey knew they were the joy of his life. He was an avid hunter and loved wood working, his favorite project being his lake house. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ere wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t anything that Roger couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make or do. He was very creative and his family will dearly miss his ingenuity and unique sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Vera Brister; and his son John Brister. He is survived by his loving wife, Sherilyn L. Brister; daughter, Susan Broussard and husband Kent of Splendora; daughter-in-law, Bobbie Brister of West Orange; grandchildren, Ty Broussard, Taryn Broussard and Gracilyn Brister; and sister, Gloria Swift and husband Tom of Liberty. Serving as pallbearers will be Kent Broussard, Ty Broussard, Steve Crumpler, Mike Crumpler, JeďŹ&#x20AC; Fisette, Cody Fisette and Jacob Martin. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, memorial contributions can be made to McDonald Memorial Baptist Church, 104 Broad Street, Orange, Texas 77630.

Larry Milton Harris, 76, West Orange Larry Milton Harris, of West Orange, Texas, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2017, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 28, 2017, at Drake Memorial Presbyterian Church in Orange. Officiating will be Kevin Trinkle. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on June 17, 1941, he LARRY MILTON was the son of Louis and Carrie Mae HARRIS (Depwe) Harris. Larry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 -1969. He worked as a Burner at American Bridge and later at U.S. Intec where he became a foreman. He was a member of Drake Memorial Presbyterian Church. Working in his yard, feeding his squirrels, his bird PJ, Molly his dog and his Dallas Cowboys meant so much to him. One of his most loved past times is playing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Santaâ&#x20AC;? on Westbury for the thousands of cars that passed annually, handing out candy canes to children in every car, no matter your age â&#x20AC;&#x153;youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always a kid at Christmas timeâ&#x20AC;? heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d tell them. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Carrie Mae Harris; son, Kenny Milton Harris; sister, Carolyn Conrad; brother-in-law, Tommy Conrad; and father-in-law, Leonard Loeve. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lois Ann Harris; sons, Jeff Veitch, Jr and wife Jodi, Donnie Veitch and wife Jennifer, Jimmy Veitch and wife Lesa, and Randy Veitch and wife Leslie, all of West Orange; grandchildren, Jennifer Merren, Kayla Campbell, Kimberlee Todd, Terry Veitch, Kendal Veitch, Paige Harris, Justin Veitch, Haylee Veitch, Brennen Harris, Shelby Veitch and Hunter Veitch; along with 8 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Brenda Rost of Groves; and mother-in-law, Lucy Loeve of West Orange; and numerous nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers will be Pat Cook, Raymond Gilbeaux, Ronnie Romero, Terry Veitch, Kendal Veitch and Justin Veitch. Honorary pallbearers will be Sambo James, Ricky Gilbeaux, Willie Gentry, Terry Clark and John Premeaux. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Drake Memorial Presbyterian Church, 4647 N. 16th St., Orange, Texas 77632.

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John David Raughton, Sr., 68, Gist John David Raughton, Sr., 68, of Gist, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2017, at his home. A cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Century, Florida, on October 31, 1949, he was the son of Loyce Dallas â&#x20AC;&#x153;L.Dâ&#x20AC;? Raughton, Sr. and Mattie Lou (Braxton) Raughton. John worked for West Orange Stark Schools for 19 years. He enjoyed watching Westerns, wood-working, gardening and taking his grandkids to the bus stop. Family JOHN DAVID was the most important thing in his life, RAUGHTON especially his grandkids. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father, L.D. Raughton, Sr.; son, John David Raughton, Jr.; granddaughter, Christina Folsom; brothers, Bobby Lynn Raughton and Jimmie Braxton. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Mae Ellen (Mosley) Raughton; mother, Mattie Lou Raughton Presley; daughter, Jeanie Darline Raughton Folsom and husband Alfred of Gist; sons, Job Daniel Raughton and fiancĂŠ Angie Jones of Mauriceville and Shon Dallas Raughton, Sr. and wife Terra of Gist; daughterin-law, Pam (Wells) Raughton of Orangefield; grandchildren, Matthew James Raughton and wife Kelly, Henry Wells, Jennifer (Wells) Lucio, Jeremy Scott Raughton and wife Sydney, Nathen Leon Folsom, Jessie Dawn Raughton, Jonathan David Raughton, Jamie DeAnn Raughton, Julie Danielle Raughton, Aiden Wayne Williamson, Valerie Lynn Campell, Madison Danielle Raughton and Shon Dallas Raughton, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Kaedance DeAnn Ray Raughton and Wyatt George Alfred Raughton; and brothers, Charles Edward Raughton and wife Frances and L.D. Raughton, Jr.

Bobbie Jo McGuire, 84, Orange Bobbie Jo McGuire, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 23, 2017, in Port Arthur. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. OďŹ&#x192;ciating will be Pastor Keith Royal. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, January 10, 2017, at Winfree Baptist Church in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 27, 1933, she was the daughter of Marvin E. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Busterâ&#x20AC;? Frazar and Geneva A. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nevieâ&#x20AC;? (Scales) Frazar. She worked at Walmart for 15 years. Bobbie Jo enjoyed playing cards every Tuesday with Jimmie Cay, Janie, Bernice, and Joann, and Genell and was also a member of Winfree Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Buster and Nevie Frazar; and husband, Elvis McGuire, Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Steiner and husband Glen of Orange; sons, Gilbert McGuire and wife Reny of Dayton, Steven McGuire and wife Sheila of Orange, and Elvis McGuire, Jr. of Beaumont; grandchildren, Terrell Steiner and wife Ashley of Orange, Aaron McGuire and wife Jessica of Bridge City, Heather Segura and husband Manuel, and Crystal McGuire; great-grandchildren, Ava, Lawrence, Austin, Maddox, T.J., Savannah, Abigail, Manuel and Gabriel; along with a host of Scales family cousins and many McGuire/Ford family nieces and nephews. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Judeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, 262 Danny î&#x20AC;&#x201C;omas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.

Marvin Lee Potter, 75, Orange Our loss became Heaven's gain when Marvin Lee Potter, age 75, went Home to be with his Savior, Whom he loved so much. Marvin passed into Jesus' arms on Sunday, (his favorite day of the week) December 17, 2017 at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX. He was born in MARVIN LEE Galveston, TX in 1942, POTTER but he made Orange, TX his home. Marvin was one-of-a-kind and never met a stranger. He was a hard worker and was always willing and eager to help his fellow man. He had a kind heart, a gentle spirit, unending patience, and a loving & giving nature. He was a man of honor and integrity, and even in his last days, he longed to bring glory to His Savior. When you met Marvin once, he touched your heart forever. Marvin was an accomplished long-distance runner and boxer in his younger years, and he never lost his love for boxing. He enjoyed teaching his sons and grandsons diďŹ&#x20AC;erent boxing techniques and could often be seen practicing his boxing moves while out on walks. Marvin was a car enthusiast, and he was known for having a sparkling clean truck at all times. You could always sense the joy in Marvin's soul by the sound of his singing voice ďŹ lling the air. After meeting and marrying Elsie, the love of his life, he spent many years working as an insulator. As an insulator, he was blessed to see many parts of the country and met many life-long friends, whom he deeply respected and loved. In his later years, he and his wife opened several successful second-hand shops in Orange, which he greatly enjoyed until his retirement in 2004. Even after retirement, Marvin stayed very active and enjoyed building things....even climbing a large tree and building a treehouse for his grandson at age

73. Fishing and crabbing were favored activities that he loved to share with his grandsons. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ough Marvin had many reasons to celebrate throughout his lifetime, his greatest reason for celebration was when he accepted Jesus as his Savior at the age of 50.Marvin was the son of Samuel and Dorothy Potter, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Walter Potter and Allen Potter, his sister, Jeannette Cunningham, his step-father, Claude Reese, his mother-in-law, Mildred Seago, and his father-in-law, Lonzo Seago. Marvin is survived by his wife of 55 years, Elsie Seago-Potter. He is also survived by his brothers, Raymond Potter of Anacortes, Washington and Joe Potter of Lafayette, Louisiana. Marvin's children, Wayne Potter of Nacogdoches, TX, Dwayne & wife Kerri Potter of FairďŹ eld, California, and Kim & husband Chris Adkins of Mauriceville, TX also survive him. His much-adored grandchildren who survive him are Tarah Murphy, Samantha Baker and husband Dwiatt, Colt Potter and wife Melinda, Bridget Blakeney and husband Kyle, Buck Potter and wife, Madilynd, LCpl Tanner Potter, and Matthew Adkins. Marvin was blessed to have been survived by 10 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews, and many other extended family members and friends. All are invited to a celebration of Marvin's life that will be held on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Faith Baptist Church in Vidor, TX at 10:00 a.m. OďŹ&#x192;ciating will be his son-in-law, Reverend Chris Adkins. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;is is not a funeral, but a celebration of Marvin's life, so please feel free to dress casually. Cremation is under the direction of Integrity Funeral Care in Houston, TX. Two truths of which Marvin was well aware and would want everyone to know are as follows: "For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard. Yet God, in His grace, freely makes us right in His sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when He freed us from the penalty of our sins." Romans 3:23-24 "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him." 1 Corinthians 2:9

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Deaths and Memorials Nina Belle Harris, 88, Orange Nina Belle Harris was born March 1, 1929 in Glenmora, Louisiana to parents, Mayo and Amanda Cloud Henderson. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e family moved to Orange, Texas when she was a teenager. She was preceded in death by her parents and seven siblings: Kurth Henderson, Ruby Martin, Joe Haner, Creal Henderson, Earl Henderson, Pearl Hunt Rigby and R.L. Henderson. She is survived by a daughter, Shirley Goetze and her husband, Roger. She has three grandchildren, Brian Gibson, Scott Gibson, and Christine and husband Zach Petty. Zachary Gibson is her great-grandson. She has

Mary Joyce Guidry, 82, Bridge City

The original Dunn Five get together at Christmas and discuss the growing up years. The Five has grown to include Five grandchildren, six great grand kids with two on the way. Pictured, from left, are Allen Dunn, Phyllis & Roy Dunn, Karen Dunn Gros, and Mark Dunn

DOWN LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HIGHWAY

Celebrating our 63-year waltz Roy Dunn For the Record We were so young that last day of 1954 In the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;50s, youngsters were sneaking oďŹ&#x20AC; to Kountze to marry because no waiting period was required. We eloped and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell anyone until Phyl graduated. Phyl was a beautiful, shy, Catholic girl, a senior at Bishop Byrne. I was somewhat of a drifter. I never doubted that she would be my mate for life. I drug her through one situation to another, rags to riches and riches to rags. She had stickability on that roller coaster. It has been a fast track over those 63 years. When we married, we had all of our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Today they are all gone. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e large family reunions have passed into history. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;roughout our marriage we were blessed

to have shared life with so many great friends. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sad to think about so many of those wonderful people we lost along the way. We treasure those special friends who still share this waltz with us. As for Phyl and our family, we have been extremely fortunate. We are thankful for each day and year that rolls around. We now look forward to our 64th and the new year. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;at long ago union, in that little courthouse in Kountze, has produced three children, Mark, Allen and Karen, ďŹ ve grandchildren, Amber, Jenna, Garrett, Sean Cade and Collin, six greatgrandchildren, Nate, Delilah, Leland, Willow Grace, Juliana, Luke and two on the way. It is a love story of a young couple who have traveled Down Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Highway, facing the joys, the sadness, the good times and the diďŹ&#x192;culties all on the way to old age. To our great friends and loyal supporters, our family extends our gratitude and best wishes for good health and happiness in the new year. Not many couples get to spend an entire lifetime together and those years have ďŹ&#x201A;own by.

Phelan $2.25 million per year in funding for the Texas Academic Innovation and Mentoring (TX AIM) programs at local clubs statewide. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Representative Phelan was there for the kids in supporting the funding for the TX AIM program,â&#x20AC;? Willard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He understands how important the program is and fought hard to keep it funded.â&#x20AC;? î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e State Alliance Legislative Champion Award is given to elected oďŹ&#x192;cials who have gone

Mary Joyce Guidry, 82, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2017, in Orange, Texas. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 23, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. OďŹ&#x192;ciating will be Reverend Greg Edwards. Burial will follow the service MARY JOYCE at Hillcrest Memorial GUIDRY Gardens in Orange. Born in Kaplan, Louisiana, on March 2, 1935, she was the daughter of Milton Toups, Sr. and Rozita Bourque Toups. Joyce was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. She was the owner of Joyce Guidry Realty in Bridge City for 30 years and retired in 1999 and was a director on the Orange County Board of Realtors for several years. She

numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e family would like to thank î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e Willows of Kilgore and Hospice Connection. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Rader Funeral Home in Longview. A Celebration of her life will be held î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ursday, December 28, at Cove Baptist Church in Orange at 10:30 a.m. with visitation from 9:30 a.m. prior to the service under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Reverend JeďŹ&#x20AC; Bell will oďŹ&#x192;ciate. Burial will follow in Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery. A memorial guestbook may be signed at www.raderfh.com. loved her family dearly and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents.Joyce is survived by her loving husband, John Mahlan Guidry; children, Debbie Johansson and husband Alan, of Bridge City, DaWanna Landry and husband Todd, of Bridge City, Jackie Addison and husband Ricky, of Gonzales, LA, and Cassey Polk and husband Tommy, of OrangeďŹ eld; grandchildren, Shane Hanks and wife Kim, Brett Johansson, Blain Polk and wife Courtney, Chad Hanks and wife Amy, Alana Addison, Brad Johansson and wife Amanda, Lance Polk and wife Taren, Amber Juneau and husband Dathan, Kayla Ellis and husband Jonny, Malari Landry, and Paeton Landry and wife Jasmin; 17 great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Milton Toups, Jr. and Dorothy Sherman, both of Kaplan, LA. Serving as pallbearers will be Shane Hanks, Brett Johansson, Blain Polk, Chad Hanks, Brad Johansson, Lance Polk, and Paeton Landry. Honorary pallbearers are Alana Addison, Amber Juneau, and Kayla Ellis. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e family wishes to express their appreciation to Kindred Hospice and all the caretakers for the love and care they provided.

From Page 5A above and beyond to further the position of the Texas State Alliance, help secure or maintain state funding or had other major impacts on the Alliance. Representative Phelan has taken the lead in representing and advocating on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the state. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e TX AIM program is administered by the Texas Education Agency. In its 10th year, the program has served nearly 13,000 at-risk and limited English proďŹ -

ciency youth through a skills gap remediation curriculum led by certiďŹ ed teachers in the club after school. After only 30 hours of small group instruction, 85 percent of youth advance an academic level. Youth also receive critical wrap-around prevention services daily at their local Boys & Girls Clubs. Currently TX AIM is oďŹ&#x20AC;ered at 39 Clubs statewide, from El Paso to Houston and Wichita Falls to McAllen.

The First Presbyterian Church, Orange has elected four new Elders. Chris Gunstream, Linda Gunstream and Karl Wickham have been elected to 3 year terms and Gloria McKee has been elected to a 1 year term. First Presbyterian Church, Orange, meets at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Pictured left to right are Karl Wickham, Gloria McKee, Linda Gunstream and Chris Gunstream.

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(ABOVE) Senior Kaleb Ramsey gets a hug from his mom after the loss. Ramsey has been a part of all four of the last state champion game. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. (RIGHT) Jarron Morris, as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTOS: Meri Elen Jacobs

West Orange-Stark falls 41-21 to Pleasant Grove in 4A finals By Meri Elen Jacobs For The Record e West Orange-Stark Mustangs gave it all they had this past Friday at AT&T Stadium but it just wasn’t enough as they fell to the Pleasant Grove Hawks in the 4A Division II state championship game 41-21. e loss ended a great 40-game win streak, as well as an outstanding season that very few thought would end in Arlington. “What an outstanding season we had,” Head Coach Cornel ompson said. “Very few people thought that we would make it back here and we did.

We just fell short of our goal but I’m very proud of our kids and what they have done for our community.” After losing 21 seniors from last years’ squad, the Mustang coaching staﬀ knew they had a lot of work to do. ey started in January with their oﬀseason program, which is nothing new to Mustang football players. After a few months of the program, ompson and the coaches realized that this team just may be pretty good. And they were right. See MUSTANGS, Page 2B

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CLASS 4A, DIVISION II STATE FINAL

PLEASANT GROVE 41, WEST ORANGE-STARK 21 We’ve had setbacks but it’s made us stronger every time. We’ve come back after Harvey and it’s made our community tougher and stronger.

Friday was a great day for Orange County. WO-S Coach Cornel Thompson

Mustangs However, it wasn’t easy as just three weeks into practice in August, the whole town was disrupted with Hurricane Harvey. e Mustangs got two scrimmages in before the first two games were cancelled. “I told the superintendent ‘Get our football team back on the field and you’ll get back in school quicker’,” ompson said. “We called a voluntary practice and the first day, we had 40 kids show up. e next day there were 32 and the next there were 18 because kids were having to work cleaning out their houses. at next Monday we called a mandatory practice and every one of them was there and have been ever since.” Many of the players, as well as at least five coaches, had water in their homes due to Harvey and have spent the season split between practice and repairing their homes. While this seems almost impossible, it has instilled in them more of a fighting, never give up attitude. “We’ve had setbacks but it’s made us stronger every time,” ompson said. “We’ve come back after Harvey and it’s made our community tougher and stronger. Friday was a great day for Orange County.” Pleasant Grove was able to put the Mustangs’ back against the wall on their first play from scrimmage, when their sophomore quarterback hit a wide open TJ Cole on a 75 yard pass for the score. e Mustangs answered back as a Chaka Watson’s pass to Blake Robinson set the Mustangs up at the 3. Kayven Cooper took the ball in for the score two plays later. Chad Dallas’ PAT was no good and the Mustangs trailed, 7-6. Pleasant Grove was able to

From Page 1B put two more scores on the board before both teams headed to the locker room at the half. Neither team was able to muster anything until the fourth quarter. e Hawks added 7 more before the Mustangs came alive as Watson hit Jarron Morris for a 44 yard strike for a score. WO-S went for two and another Watson to Morris pass added to the score. Robinson was able to score the last Mustang touchdown on a three yard pass and Dallas’ kick was good. e Mustangs got the ball with 28 seconds left after a Hawk field goal failed. With the Mustangs down, 2821, Watson knew he had to move the ball quickly but his pass was picked off by Pleasant Grove and returned 21 yards to put the game out of reach. Watson was picked off again as time expired to give the Hawks the championship in a game that was much closer than the final score. “I don’t think they were any better than we were,” ompson said. “We left some points out there on the field. I’m not trying to down grade them or anything. ey got a great football team but they were able to capitalize on some mistakes we made. ere were some things that didn’t go the Mustangs way.” The Mustangs were able to force the Wing T team to pass the ball, limiting them to just 111 yards on the ground. But the pass was what killed the Mustangs with the first two touchdowns coming through the air. However, the Mustangs passing game is what kept them in as Watson threw for 240 yards and two nine differ-

ent receivers. “I told them that this is the best year of your life, the best week of your life athletically here and you will remember this forever,” ompson said.”ere is no other feeling to win a state championship and I’m a greedy booger. You want another one and another one. is is my forty-seventh year. It ain’t over for me and I’m gonna snap it some more. ese guys are going down the road but I’m still gonna be there pushing that next bunch next year and low and behold we may be back here next year.” is team is definitely one that has fought adversity. Not only did Harvey wreak havoc on the players and coaches, but several of the players have lost parents during their high school years. Others work to help out their families and can often be seen at Walmart on Saturday after a late night game on Friday. While only a handful have received offers to play at the next level, these guys will succeed and in part to what they have learned playing Mustang football. It has been a joy to watch this team and coaching staff, to work with them on a daily basis and to get to know them as individuals. From the players who never come off of the field, to the ones who only play sparingly, every one of them is important to this team and to this community. ank you, Mustang Football 2017, for giving to this community and for restoring hope and faith that Harvey tried to stealand for never giving up, not even when you were down.

Early in the game, Blake Thompson caught a 14 yard Watson pass to keep the drive alive on fourth down. Two plays later, the Mustangs put their first points on the board. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Paul Ivory, JaQualen Coleman and Ja'Corry Brady smother the Pleasant Groves Ben Harmon. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

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The UIL representative wishes Mark Thibodeaux a happy birthday after the game. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Bobby Rash blocks as Chaka Watson looks for an open receiver. Watson finished the game completing 18 of 31 passes for 240 yards. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Paul Ivory and Ja'Corry Brady open up a hole for Kavyn Cooper. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

The Chain Gang limited the Hawks to 111 total rushing yards. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

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The Mustangs were all over the Hawk offense. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Several NFL rules need change KAZâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S KORNER JOE KAZMAR FOR THE RECORD

It has been a long time since I have offered a trout a shallow diving minnow style lure like a Long A or even a Rogue, but we caught our three largest trout on a gold-black back Yozuri Crystal Minnow.

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I certainly hope that in the event that you had an opportunity to ďŹ sh the day after Christmas that Santa left a Frogg Togg rain suit under your tree. It was already cold enough, but a drizzling rain and stiďŹ&#x20AC; northeast wind tested oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dedication to fooling a ďŹ sh! Once you are more concerned with how cold you are than what your lure is doing, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to go home. Very seldom are the ďŹ sh suicidal and that would have to be their mindset for you to catch them at that point. And, while it may come as a surprise to those that simply say â&#x20AC;&#x153;noâ&#x20AC;? to cold

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I was watching an NFL game the other day when I saw a wide receiver make an over-the-shoulder catch in the end zone, run right through the end zone and leap into the stands to celebrate his touchdown. But, alas, when he was getting congratulatory back slaps, he dropped the football. After a ďŹ ve-minute review, the pass was called incomplete because he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold onto the football when he leaped into the stands. Of course, this is facetious and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen. But what really is happening in NFL games is almost as ludicrous and has made a diďŹ&#x20AC;erence in the outcome of games and even caused the Dallas Cowboys to get eliminated from the postseason playoďŹ&#x20AC;s a few seasons ago. Only last weekend he Pittsburgh Steelers were denied a touchdown when tight end Jesse James was robbed (thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a switch) of a touchdown when he dove across the end line with his with his hands under the football and when he landed in the end zone, the ball dislodged and the touchdown was overruled because James â&#x20AC;&#x153;didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t survive the ground.â&#x20AC;? Because the play occurred in the ďŹ nal two minutes of the game, it was automatically reviewed. Although James landed on his knees and stretched for the goal line with the football in his grasp, this wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ruled a touchdown, according to the article. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Under the letter of the rule, the ball fell to the ground when James lunged across the goal line,â&#x20AC;? the Sunday edition of the Houston Chronicle explained. After further review, the ruling was changed from a game-winning touchdown to an incomplete pass and the Steelers lost to New England 27-24 and also were eliminated from the home-ďŹ eld advantage for the entire upcoming playoďŹ&#x20AC;s because of that very questionable call. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e Houston Chronicle commented that the oďŹ&#x192;ciating crew of that game â&#x20AC;&#x153;began implementing the rules in a way thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been criticized as micromanaging and renewed talk of having the NFL competition committee address the rule in the oďŹ&#x20AC;-season.â&#x20AC;?

Steelers head coach and a member of the rules committee member Mike Tomlin commented in a conference call, â&#x20AC;&#x153;î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just been too many controversial plays and plays worthy of continual discussion. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got our work cut out for us in this oďŹ&#x20AC;-season.â&#x20AC;? I believe several other rules should be scrutinized by the rules committee when it meets early next year, like making pass interference a 15-yard penalty like in high school and college, or half the distance to the goal if the ball is snapped inside the 30yard line. Another play that gets my goat is when the ball is snapped on a crucial ďŹ eld goal attempt and the opposing coach calls a time out just before the kick is launched. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;is is referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;icing the kicker.â&#x20AC;? î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e time out should be called before the ball is snapped. Every year the rules committee promises it will do something to reduce the length of games, but then turns right around and reviews every questionable call. Each review lasts upward to ďŹ ve minutes which lengthens the games, especially in the ďŹ nal two minutes of the half. Another call that irks me is when a punt is heading for the end zone and a player leaps in the air and swats it AFTER it crosses the plane of the goal line, like in basketball. Every other situation involves the invisible plane of the goal line, EXCEPT on a punt. When there is a short-yardage situation either for a ďŹ rst down or a touchdown, about half-a-dozen teammates of the ball carrier get behind the play and start shoving the pile, sometimes resulting in a ďŹ rst down or touchdown. What happened to the rule about if the ball carrierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forward motion stops, the play is over?? And last but not least, there needs to be more consistency about the roughing the passer rule. Some quarterbacks have to get cruciďŹ ed before a ďŹ&#x201A;ag is thrown while others like Tom Brady and Drew Brees merely get their shirt brushed and a penalty is called. I guess writing a column like this on Christmas Day, griping about everything, gets one out the festive mood rather quickly. But thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way I feel. Happy New Year!! KWICKIESâ&#x20AC;ŚWest Orange-Stark Mustang fans started the Christmas weekend on a sad note as the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s magniďŹ cent 40-

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Independence Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 12:30 p.m. Today at Shreveport, La. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Florida State (6-6) over Southern Miss (8-4). Pinstripe Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 4:15 p.m. Today at New York City (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Iowa (7-5 over Boston College (7-5). Foster Farms Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 7:30 p.m. Today at Santa Clara, CA. (Fox) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Arizona (7-5) over Purdue (6-6). Texas Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 8 p.m. Today at NRG Stadium in Houston, (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Missouri (7-5) over Texas (6-6). Military Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 12:30 p.m. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ursday at Annapolis (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Virginia (6-6) over Navy (6-6). Camping World Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 4:15 p.m. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ursday (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Okla-

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game winning streak came to a halt Friday when undefeated Texarkana Pleasant Grove won the state championship with a 41-21 victory. It was the Mustangsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fourth straight trip to the championship ďŹ nals. And the score was not nearly as bad as the 20-point loss looked. Pleasant Grove scored two pick-six touchdowns in the ďŹ nal 30 seconds of the game. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ose two desperation plays plus two defensive errors that led to two Hawksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ďŹ rst period touchdowns were the diďŹ&#x20AC;erence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ey made plays and we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t,â&#x20AC;? commented Head Coach Cornel î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ompson to the Fox announcers after the game. I got to visit with most of my family during the Christmas weekend. My only grandson, Logan Smith, came to Orange. He ďŹ nished his plebe (ďŹ rst) year at West Point, was the only walk-on to make the Division I baseball team and went undefeated as a pitcher for the Black Knights. He had Tommy John surgery after the season and will still be recuperating during the 2018 season. I also got to see my only great-grandson, Robert John Kohler, who at ďŹ ve weeks is already wearing six-month outďŹ ts. He promises to be a star athlete in Anchorage where he will grow up. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not already tired of bowl games, you probably will be at this time next week after watching 18 more games, some with very strange sponsor names. Going into the ďŹ nal week of the regular NFL season, all eight division titles have been claimed. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ere still are a couple of wild cards that need to be determined before the playoďŹ&#x20AC;s begin the ďŹ rst weekend of January 2018. JUST BETWEEN USâ&#x20AC;Śî&#x20AC;&#x201C;ose of us who checked the news on your computer or smart phone should have seen the piece about Orangeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Earl î&#x20AC;&#x201C;omas urging Dallas Cowboysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; head coach Jason Garrett to acquire him if he ever becomes available. Earlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comment to Garrett came after his Seattle Seahawks upset the Dallas Cowboys 21-12 Sunday afternoon at AT&T Stadium and kept their slim playoďŹ&#x20AC; hopes alive after not allowing a Cowboy to cross the goal line. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e 2017 Pro Bowl free safety commented â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a great win. I feel like we played lights-out. Just emotional. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been a Cowboys fan growing up. But the biggest thing when I say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Come get meâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t literally mean like, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Come get me now.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still in the prime of my career. I still want to be here, but when Seattle kicks me to the curb, pleaseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the Cowboysâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; come get me.â&#x20AC;?

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homa State (9-3) over Virginia Tech (9-3). Alamo Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 8 p.m. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;urs. at San Antonio, TX. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; TCU (10-3) over Stanford (9-4). Holiday Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 8 p.m. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;ursday at San Diego (Fox) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Michigan State (9-3) over Washington State (9-3). Belk Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Noon Friday at Charlotte, N.C. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Texas A&M (7-5) over Wake Forest (7-5). Sun Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2 p.m. Fri. at El Paso, TX. (CBS)--- North Carolina State (8-4) over Arizona State (7-5). Music City Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 3:30 p.m. Fri. at Nashville, TN. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Northwestern (9-3) over Kentucky (7-5). Arizona Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 4:30 p.m. Fri. at Tucson AZ. (CBBS) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Utah State (6-6) over New Mexico State (6-6). Cotton Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 7:30 p.m. Friday at Arlington (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ohio State (11-2) over Southern Cal (11-2). TaxSlayer Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 11 a.m. Sat. at Jacksonville, Fla. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ole Moss (8-4) over Louisville (8-4). Liberty Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 11:30 a.m. Sat. at Memphis, TN. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Memphis (10-2) over Iowa State (7-5). Fiesta Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 3 p.m. Sat. at Glendale AZ. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Penn State 10-2) over Washington (10-2). Orange Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 7 p.m. Fri. at Miami Gardens Fla. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wisconsin (12-1) over Miami (10-2). Outback Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 11 a.m. Monday at Tampa, Fla. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Michigan (8-4) over South Carolina (8-4). Peach Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 11:30 a.m. Monday at Atlanta (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Auburn (10-3) over Central Florida (10-2). Citrus Bowl â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Noon Monday at Orlando, Fla. (ABC) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; LSU (9-3) over Notre Dame (9-3) Rose Bowl CFP Semifinal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 4:10 p.m. Mon. at Pasadena, CA. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Oklahoma (12-1) over Georgia (12-1). Sugar Bowl CFP Semifinal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 7:45 p.m. Mon. at New Orleans, La. (ESPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Clemson (12-1) over Alabama (11-1). PRO PICKS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Houston over Indianapolis, Washington over NY Giants, New England over NY Jets, Carolina over Atlanta, Pittsburgh over Cleveland, Detroit over Green Bay, Dallas over Philadelphia, Minnesota over Chicago, BuďŹ&#x20AC;alo over Miami, Jacksonville over Tennessee, Baltimore over Cincinnati, New Orleans over Tampa Bay, LA Chargers over Oakland, LA Rams over San Francisco, Seattle over Arizona, Denver over Kansas City (all Sunday).

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ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEK

2018 gonna be great one By Tommy Mann Jr. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e Record For most 2017 has been a year they hope to forget very soon, but, musicially, it has been one to remember with so many great events across the region. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e year concludes this weekend and what a great weekend of music is in store. Make plans now for Sunday as 2018 arrives at the stroke of midnight, Monday.

Kavyn Cooper rolls into the end zone for the first touchdown. Cooper finished the game with 25 rushing yards and 25 receiving yards and also had an excellent punt fake called back. as well as the other Mustangs, gave their blood, sweat and tears this season. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Wednesday, Dec. 27 The Slags @ Blue Martini Chester Daigle @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Danny Dillon @ Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Icehouse Beaumont Matt Ash @ Rikenjaks-LC Orphan Annie @ Rush Lounge Curse and the Cure @ The West Thursday, Dec. 28 Gyth Rigdon @ Blue Martini Chester Daigle @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Sabine River Bend Band @ Hamiltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thunderbird Rose @ Honky Tonk Texas Matt Ash @ La Cantina - PA Daikaiju, We Were Wolves @ The Logon Cafe Herbie Stutes and Grand Shin @ The Lone Wolf Curse and the Cure @ Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Icehouse Mid-County Britt Godwin and Co. @ Mackenzieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub Kris Harper @ Rikenjaks-LC Thomas Teague @ The Rodair Roadhouse The Fuse @ Rush Lounge

Colburn î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e secret to making the insulated clothing perform at its best, however, is staying dry and eliminating the chill factor produced by northerly gusts. For those two reasons alone, I rely on my Frogg Togg suit not only on the coldest of days, but that initial boat ride in the spring and fall as well. I have long touted the value of the lighter All Sport suits for Moms and Dads at high school sporting events not only because they are dry and break the wind, but because they pack up so small. When they are not needed they make a pretty good cushion as well. My grandson now includes a pair in his Disc Golf tournament arsenal. He swears by his because they are not only light, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t interfere with the throwing motion as well. From their â&#x20AC;&#x153;year-roundâ&#x20AC;? All Sport suits to their top of the line Pilot II suits, there is a style and color combination to suit every need. I put my Frogg Toggs on before I left the house the past two mornings and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take them oďŹ&#x20AC; until I was back in the house that afternoon. You really had to be mad at the ďŹ sh to even consider loading up the boat. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e low water helped the redďŹ sh bite, but solid

From Page 4B trout were hard to come by for us. We may have been able to catch better numbers had we ďŹ shed tails, but we were focusing on big trout with suspended baits and fooled only four specks in the four to ďŹ ve pound class. It has been a long time since I have oďŹ&#x20AC;ered a trout a shallow diving minnow style lure like a Long A or even a Rogue, but Johnny caught our three largest trout on a gold-black back Yozuri Crystal Minnow. All of the ďŹ sh hit it after he pulled it beneath the surface, but it is still considered to be a topwater lure. I hate throwing a Hoginar in shallow water with the exception of chasing schooling reds in the open lake, but they wanted it more than anything else we oďŹ&#x20AC;ered them. We still caught a few as deep as 15 feet, but they hit it in the shallow drains as well. I seldom have a chance to talk with anyone that spends much time on Rayburn, but I ran into Jonathan Simon last week and he said that he and his Dad recently enjoyed one of â&#x20AC;&#x153;those daysâ&#x20AC;? on the lake. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we caught bass on every technique and at every depth we ďŹ shed,â&#x20AC;? said Simon. Not only did they catch great numbers, but Jonathan caught and released one in the 10-

pound class as well! I also talked with Adam Curry on Christmas Eve and he said they were still catching some really nice white perch on his brush piles on Toledo Bend. Curry ďŹ shes the mid-lake area from Booneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crossover to Negreet Creek. He added that this may yet be a banner year in the Chicken Coop area, but the ďŹ sh still werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there as late as last Monday. î&#x20AC;&#x201C;e water is low and in great condition so it should just be a matter of time.

Friday, Dec. 29 38 Special @ Golden Nugget Casino The Mocking Birds @ Blue Martini Thomas Teague @ Dylanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Britt Godwin and Co. @ Gator Lounge John Guidroz @ The Grill Dustin Sonnier @ Jack Daniels Bar and Grill Roger Creagerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Party Sing Along â&#x20AC;&#x153;Piano Barâ&#x20AC;? @ Jefferson Theatre Michael Krajicek @ The L Bar The Fanatics, Jerry Mullin @ The Logon Cafe Chris Jacko @ The Lone Wolf Wayne Cook @ New York Pizza and Pasta â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Calder Ave. JP Primeaux @ Rikenjaks-LC The Fuse @ Rush Lounge Herbie Stutes and Grand Shin @ Sombrero Mexican Grill The Undrai Fizer Project @ Sugaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jericho Burley @ Thirstyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Saturday, Dec. 30 Herbie Stutes and Grand Shin @ 770 Club â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Raywood Flamethrowers @ Blue Martini The Pegwinders @ The Capri Club Kevin Fowler @ Dixie Dancehall Phillip Glyn Band @ Dylanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Rob Copeland and The Outsiders are just one of many talented acts taking to the stages at numerous area music venues this Sunday night, New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve, to ring in the New Year. Check out the listings below for a full slate of live music in Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Sunday, Dec. 31 Chester Daigle and Grace SmitherHerbie Stutes and Grand Shin @ man @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Britt Godwin and Co. @ Gator 770 Club Flamethrowers @ Blue Martini Lounge My Beautiful Disaster @ The Capri Blake Sticker @ The Grill Danny Dillon Band @ Honky Tonk Club Texas Chester Daigle and Grace SmitherBrad Brinkley Band @ Jack Daniels man @ Ember Grille and Wine Bar Bar and Grill Prime Time Band @ Gator Lounge Michael Krajicek @ The L Bar Leroy Thomas @ Grangerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gator The Kadillacs @ The Lone Wolf Hog Saloon Alex Rozell @ Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Icehouse Honky Tonk Special @ Honky Tonk Mid-County Texas Twisted Throttle @ Madisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Band Camp @ Jack Daniels Bar Trevor Batson and Ryan Gist @ and Grill Neches Brewing Company The Cadillacs @ Jefferson County Carl Richardson @ Rikenjaks-LC Singles Club Bag of Donuts @ The Lone Wolf Crossroads @ Rikenjaks South Rob Copeland and The Outsiders Street Matt Ash @ The Rodair Road- @ Madisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Decibels @ Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lounge house Gerard Delafose and The Zydeco The Fuse @ Rush Lounge Step Rideau @ Sloppyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Down- Gators, Mason Trail and Zydeco town Rhythm @ Mz Wandaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke - LC Theresa Grayson @ Sugaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Curse and the Cure @ The Neches Joe Mendoza @ Tammyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s River Wheelhouse Rob Copeland and The Outsiders Bluesiana Red @ Rikenjaks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; LC @ Texas Ave. Tavern The Fuse @ Rush Lounge We Are Wombat, The Disgustoids, Jeremy Benoit @ Sugaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ft. Stan, Maxifads, The Real McCoys Blake Sticker and Friends @ @ Texas Rose Saloon Thirstyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Orange County Church Directory

Meet the Creole nun who risked her life to teach slaves Catholic News Agency

New Orleans, La.- Venerable Henriette DeLille, born a “free woman of color” before the Civil War, had all the makings of a life of relative ease before her. Born in 1812 to a wealthy French father and a free Creole woman of Spanish, French and African descent, Henriette was groomed throughout her childhood to become a part of what was then known as the placage system. Under the placage system, free women of color (term used at the time for people of full or partial African descent, who were no longer or never were slaves) entered into common law marriages with wealthy white plantation owners, who often kept their legitimate families at the plantations in the country. It was a rigid system, but afforded free women of color comfortable and even luxurious lives. Trained in French literature, music, dancing, and nursing, Henriette was prepared to become the “kept woman” of a wealthy white man throughout her childhood. However, in her early 20s, Henriette declared that her religious convictions could not be reconciled with the placage lifestyle for which she was being prepared. Raised Catholic, which was typical for free people of color at the time, she had recently had a deep encounter with God, and believed that the placage system violated Church teaching on the sanctity of marriage. Working as a teacher since the age of 14, Henriette’s devotion to caring for and educating the poor grew. Even though she was only oneeighth African and could have passed as a white person, she always referred to herself as Creole or as a free person of color, causing conflict in her family, who had

First United Methodist Church Orange 502 Sixth Street 886-7466 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Praise Center 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary Sunday School For All Ages 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. John Warren Director of Music and Fine Arts: Doug Rogers Venerable Henriette DeLille. Public Domain, Wikipedia.

declared themselves white on the census. In 1836, wanting to dedicate her life to God, Henriette used the proceeds of an inheritance to found a small unrecognized order of nuns, the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her non-white heritage had barred her from ad-

punishable by death or life imprisonment. They also encouraged free quadroon women (women of one-fourth African descent) to marry men of their own class, and encouraged slave couples to have their unions blessed by the church. The Sisters also established a home to care for el-

Homes for orphans and eventually schools were also established by the order, which continued to grow and spread its mission throughout the South. mission to the Ursuline and Carmelite orders, which only accepted white women at the time. This group would eventually become the Sisters of the Holy Family, officially founded at St. Augustine’s Church in 1842. Like Henriette, the other two founding sisters had denounced a life in the placage system. The Sisters taught religion and other subjects to the slaves, even though it was illegal to do so at the time,

derly women, many of them likely former slaves. It was the first nursing home of its kind established by the Church in the U.S., and it was there that the early Sisters cared for the sick and the dying during the yellow fever epidemics that struck New Orleans in 1853 and 1897. Homes for orphans and eventually schools were also established by the order, which continued to grow and spread its mission

throughout the South. Henriette Delille died in 1862 at the relatively young age of 50, probably of tuberculosis. At the time of her death, the order had 12 members, but it would eventually peak at 400 members in the 1950s. The Sisters of the Holy Family are still an active order in Louisiana today, with sisters working in nursing homes and as teachers, administrators and other pastoral positions. In 1988, the Mother Superior of the order at the time requested the opening of Henriette Delille’s cause for canonization. She was declared a Servant of God, and then was declared Venerable by Pope Benedict XVI on March 27, 2010. A miracle through her intercession is needed for her beatification, the next step in the process before canonization. Throughout her life, Henriette was inspired by this prayer, which she wrote in one of her religious books when she first founded her order: “I believe in God, I hope In God. I love. I want to live and die for God.”

You are always welcome at these Orange County churches.

Triangle Baptist Church 6446 Garrison at Hwy. 408 Orangefield “Come Worship With Us” 409-735-2661 Pastor: Bobby Oliver 409-659-5027 Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. We are a KJV independent Baptist Church

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGEFIELD 9788 F.M. 105 Orangefield 409.735.3113

Sun: Bible Study 9:15 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening serviceS: Youth and Children 6:30 p.m., Praise and Prayer 6:30 p.m., Choir practice 7:30 p.m. Pastor Cody Hogden Email: office@fbcof.com / Website: www.fbcof.com

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Church of God in Christ 2800 Bob Hall Road • Orange • 886-4366 Pastor: Ernest B Lindsey

MCDONALD MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 104 Broad St. • West Orange • 883-3974 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m., Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening: Youth & Children 6 p.m. Adult Prayer Service 6:00 p.m. Pastor: Tommy Anthony

Minister of Music: Pam Nugent / Youth Minister: Brandon Swarers

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Faith United Methodist Church 8608 MLK• Orange • 886-1291 Pastor: Keith Tilley

Sunday Morning Grow Groups 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. Nursery Provided. Youth 5:30 pm Youth Band 7 pm (www.faithorange.org)

Harvest Chapel 1305 Irving St. • West Orange •409-313-2768

Wed. Bible Study - 6 p.m. Worship 7:30 p.m. VIM Youth 6 p.m.

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Nightly Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service: 6 p.m.

Intercessory Prayer Daily 9:00 a.m. www.slcogicorange.org

Pastor: Ruth Burch

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.

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St. Paul United Methodist Church

1155 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409.735.5546 Sunday Morning Worship Experience: 8:30 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship 10:45 a.m. (Nursery provided). For middle and senior high youth 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Taize’ service for children 6:30 p.m. “Kids For Christ” Wednesday 6 p.m.-7 p.m. For information on pre-school enrollment 409-735-5546

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH

945 W. Roundbunch • Bridge City • 409-735-4573 Worship Services: Tradition 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Contemporary Service 11 a.m., Monday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 6 p.m., Wednesday ‘Compassionate Friends’ 10 a.m., Thursday Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Pastor Paul Zoch 409-988-3003 - golutheran.org Our church family invites you to join us. We are a friendly, caring church of the future.

Orange First Church of the Nazarene 3810 MLK Drive, Orange

Lead Pastor Ray McDowell. Worship Director: Leslie Hicks, Youth Pastors: Kenneth and Andrea Lauver Children’s Pastor Rebekah Spell. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. / Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

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Wesley United Methodist Church

401 N. 37th St. Orange 409-886-7276

Pastor: Randy Branch Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m.

www.orangewesley.org

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH ORANGE 1819 16th Street • Orange • 886-1333

We Welcome You To Join Us. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Nursury Provided

First Baptist Church of Bridge City 200 W. Roundbunch • 735-3581

Interim Pastor Rev. Lynn Ashcroft Pastor Douglas Shows Sunday schedule: Bible study 9:15 a.m., Celebration service 10:30 a.m., Youth bible study, dicipleship classes 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Children’s activities.

COWBOY CHURCH

OF ORANGE COUNTY 673 FM 1078 • Orange • 409-718-0269 Bible Studies for Men and Women • Monday 6 p.m. Bible Studies for Co-Eds • Monday 6:30 p.m. Bible Studies for Women • Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Bible Studies & Youth Activities • Wed. 6:30 p.m.

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West Orange Christian Church

900 Lansing Street • West Orange • 882-0018 Sunday school 9:30 a.m. / Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Bible Study Sunday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Dusty Garison

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 27, 2017

THE RECORD

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FOR RENT Yes it did Flood. 327 Paula BC The house has been rebuilt with new appliances. Available 12/1/17. $950 month $650 deposit. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 2 car garage, new outside air unit. 735-7163 or 670-6255. FIREWOOD

Firewood for Sale $100.00 for 1/2 cord and $200.00 for full cord. Delivery $50.00 Call 409330-7882

Services Pressure Washing for mobile homes, trailers and Houses. We also do striping on the driveways. Call 409-221-2111 OR 409-882-8141 Spruce up the home for the holidays. The New Year is fast approaching and no house cleaning job is too big or small. My supplies or yours. Call 409-599-4914 Flower Power ya’ll. Moving / Demolition crew for tear out, sheetrock & flooring removal, furniture moving. Local & Affordable. Satifaction guaranteed. Call or text 409-474-9125 or 409-988-6106

HELP WANTED Drivers wanted, $5,000 Sign-On. Big Miles=Big Money. Company, Lease, or O/O. CDL-A, with H & T End. New comp package. Call us at 866-451-4495

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• Penny Record Office: 333 West Roundbunch, Bridge City • County Record Office: 320 Henrietta, Orange Note: Offices Closed On Wednesday

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of TOMMY L. REED a/k/a TOMMY LATIMER REED, Deceased, were issued on December 20, 2017, in Cause No. P18017, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Ruth Ann Hannegan.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of YVONNA E. BOEHME, Deceased, were issued on the DECEMBER 12, 2017, in Cause No. P18008, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Misti Neese. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630

Notice is hereby given that original Let ters of Administration for the Estate of Z ADA ERVINE AVANT, Deceased, were issued on the DECEMBER 11, 2017, in Cause No. P17727, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Fred Sanders Avant, Jr., Timothy Mancil and Jessie Dyess, Sr. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630

Dated the 12th day of December, 2017.

Dated the 11th day of December, 2017.

Tommy Gunn

Tommy Gunn Attorney for: Misti Neese State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email:tommy@gunnlaw.org

Tommy Gunn Attorney for: Fred Sanders Avant, Jr., Timothy Mancil and Jessie Dyess,Sr. State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email:tommy@gunnlaw.org

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Ruth Ann Hannegan c/o: Stephen C. Howard 903 W. Green Avenue Orange, Texas 77630 DATED the 20th day of December, 2017. Stephen Howard Stephen Howard Attorney for: Ruth Ann Hannegan State Bar No.:10079400 903 W. Green Avenue Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)8830202 Fax: (409)883-0209 Email: steve@stevehowardlaw.com

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Four (4) temp positions; 6 ½ months; job to begin 2/1/18 through 8/15/18; Duties: to operate boats in the ponds during the baiting and setting of crawfish traps and to assist with the harvesting of crawfish from the traps in the ponds during the crawfish harvesting season. Preparing the crawfish for distribution. Once hired, workers may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination. $10.38 per hr; 35 hrs a week, OT may vary but not guaranteed; 2 months experience in job offered required. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, if appropriate; ¾ hours guaranteed in a work day during contract. Employment offered by St. Martin Seafood, Inc. located in Breaux Bridge, LA. Qualified applicants call for an interview at (225) 6676050. Applicants may apply for this position at their nearest SWA office ocated at 304 Pearl St., Beaumont, TX 77701 using job order number 756079.

Two (2) temp positions; 4 ½ months; job to begin 2/1/18 through 6/15/18; 7am to 3pm; Mon thru Fri; Duties: to operate boats in the ponds during the baiting and setting of crawfish traps and to assist with the harvesting of crawfish from the traps in the ponds during the harvesting season. Preparing the crawfish for distribution. Once hired, workers may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination. $10.38 per hr; 35 hrs a week, OT may vary but not guaranteed; 2 months experience in job offered required. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, if appropriate; ¾ hours guaranteed in a work day during contract. Employment offered by Cajun Dump Truck, L.L.C. located in New Iberia, LA. Qualified applicants should call employer for an interview at 337-5192856 or apply during normal business hours. Applicants may apply for this position at their nearest SWA office located at 304 Pearl St., Beaumont, TX 77701 using Job Order 757042.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration with Will Annexed for the Estate of DAVID M ICHAEL ST. DAVID, Deceased, were issued on DECEMBER 15, 2017, in Cause No. P17964, pending in the County Court at Law of ORANGE County, Texas, to: Jerry Worden.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of MARGARET TILLEY ADDINGTON, Deceased, were issued on the NOVEMBER 28, 2017, in Cause No. P17976, pending in the County Court at Law of Orange County, Texas, to: Becky Jeanne Addington Ye lve r ton and Suzanne Addington Thomas, a / k /a Suzanne Addington. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

CRAWFISH FARMERS

c/o: Tommy Gunn Attorney at Law 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630

Dated the 15th day of December, 2017.

Dated the 28th day of November, 2017.

Tommy Gunn

Tommy Gunn Attorney for: Jerry Worden State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)8829990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email:tommy@ gunnlaw.org

Tommy Gunn Attorney for: Becky Jeanne Addington Yelverton and Suzanne Addington Thomas, a/k/a Suzanne Addington State Bar No.: 08623700 202 S. Border Street Orange, TX 77630 Phone: (409)882-9990 Fax: (409)882-0613 Email:tommy@gunnlaw.org

Four (4) temp positions; 6 months; job to begin 2/1/18 and end on 7/31/18; Duties to operate boats in the ponds during the baiting and setting of crawfish traps and to assist with the harvesting of crawfish from the traps in the ponds during the crawfish harvesting season. Preparing the crawfish for distribution. Once hired, workers may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination. $ 10.38 per hour; 35 hrs per week; OT varies but not guaranteed; 2 months experience in Crawfish Farming. All work tools provided. Housing and transportation provided to workers who can not reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day; Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, if appropriate; ¾ hours guaranteed in a work day during contract. Employment offered by Michael Dwain Buller Farms located in Port Barre, LA. Qualified applicants may call employer for interview at 337-945-8930 or fax resumes to Dwain Buller at 318-838-2268 or apply during normal business hours. Applicants may apply for this position at their nearest State Workforce Agency located at 304 Pearl St., Beaumont, TX 77701 using job order number 756168.

Orange area AlAnon can help if someone close to you has a drinking / addiction problem. Al-Anon meetings Sundays & Wed., at 7:00 p.m. at the North Orange Baptist Church, 4775 N. 16th St. (Rear), Orange, TX. Call 9889886 or 474-2171 for more info.

RAPE AND CRISIS CENTER of SETX provides critical services for those in crisis due to sexual assault, rape, suicide or general crisis. 24 Hour Hot line is provided for crisis intervention,. Our number is 1-800-7-WE-CARE or 1-800-793-2273 Always kept confidential.

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• The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Simple Tips to Reduce Suffering this Flu Season U.S. health officials are predicting a harsh flu season. While there is still no cure for flu, there are steps you can take to reduce suffering while the virus takes its course. Some experts suggest starting the quest to feel better by exploring your local health food store.

Don’t suffer more than you must this flu season. Homeopathic medications and natural homemade treatments may help reduce the severity of symptoms.

Dr. Lawrence Rosen, author of several books based on 25 years of practicing pediatric integrative medicine, is offering some advice to ease flu symptoms. While none of the items mentioned in this article have been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, most have a long history and are relatively inexpensive. • Curative Foods and Beverages: The digestive tract accounts for 70 to 80 percent of the immune system. When battling a virus, foods rich in vitamin C are essential to immune function. Try drinking a cup of hot water and lemon daily. Onion tea can promote a healthy respiratory system by relieving a cough and sore throat. Honey, which is a superfood, is a good choice, coating and soothing the throat, helping control cough, and promoting a restful night’s sleep that is necessary for healing. • Spiced-up Recipes: Add garlic and oregano to foods for immune support. Basil, rosemary and thyme help the respiratory tract. Try different recipes, too. One traditional bedtime treatment in the Dominican Republic is a paste of honey, finely chopped onion and garlic, and the juice of at least half a lime. The vitamin C content found in its ingredients helps boost immunity. • Indispensable Oils: Add eucalyptus oil to a bath to ease body aches from flu, or inhale drops added to a steaming bowl of water for clearer nasal passages. Inhale fennel oil similarly as a cough expectorant. • Homeopathic Medicine: There are few conventional over-the-counter (OTC) drugs specifically for flu symptoms. Antihistamines and decongestants help with head and upper respiratory symptoms that are mostly associated with colds. Flu affects the whole body with fever, chills, aches and fatigue, and a pain reliever can address some of these symptoms. To shorten both the duration and severity of flulike symptoms, consider a homeopathic medicine, such as Oscillococcinum. When patients took it within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms, nearly 63 percent showed “clear improvement” or “complete resolution” within 48 hours. It’s the number one over-the-counter flu medicine in France, where it’s been on the market for more than 70 years. The key is to take quick action against early symptoms. Recommended for anyone age 2 and up, Oscillo is non-drowsy and doesn’t interact with other medications. • Healing Herbs and Plants: Homeopathic OTCs use microdoses of plants, animals and minerals; whereas herbal supplements are less diluted with a different therapeutic principle. Astragalus and echinacea supplements purportedly boost immunity. Try teas with eucalyptus leaves or calendula for fever. Elderberry, when taken in extract form, boosts the immune system, which helps the body respond quickly and strongly to viruses such as influenza. For more information, check out Dr. Rosen’s book, “Treatment Alternatives for Children,” a comprehensive reference guide for nearly 100 common illnesses, offering side-by-side comparisons between conventional and alternative treatment options.

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