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INFAMY Dec. 7

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Above: Direct hits from Japanese bombers erupt in explosion as the United States experiences a sneak attack on December 7, 1941.

The news of the attack on Pearl Harbor blazed across newspapers world wide. Left is front page of the Honalula Star Bulletin published on December 7, 1941.

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Local Sailor Recalls Attack On Pearl Harbor Mike Louviere For The Record

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he story of how a quiet Sunday morning in Hawaii turned into “A Day of Infamy” has been told and retold for 73 years. It is one of the most important days in American history and is a day that should never be forgotten.

Two of the ships that were attacked in Pearl Harbor that day still lay where they were berthed during the attack. The USS Utah was an old battleship that had its decks overlaid with 6X12 timbers so that she could withstand practice bombs being dropped on her decks, she was a “target ship.” The Utah was the oldest of the nine battleships at Pearl Harbor. The Japanese did not realize that she was only a target ship; they attacked her because they thought she was an active battleship.

On the other side of Ford Is-

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land from the berth of the Utah quiet Sunday morning. was Battleship row. Seven of the Bill Stephenson, a native of Navy’s battleships were docked Jasper, Texas had enlisted in the here, lined up in a neat row. In Navy in early 1941, “to see the one berth, the USS Arizona was world, and get out of East Texon the inside, with the as.” Stephenson USS Vestal, a service had been assigned vessel, tied on her outto the heavy cruisboard side. The Arizoer Honolulu. He na and the Vestal were was was below moored behind the decks at his stabattleship Nevada, tion in the powder ahead of the battleroom that Sunday ships Tennessee and morning.

Stethe West Virginia. phenson’s job was Bill Stephenson is one of a East of the Arizona, small handful of Pearl to assist in the among other heavy Harbor survivors in Or- loading of the big County. cruisers, near the sub- ange deck guns on one PHOTO: Mike Louviere marine docks, was the of the Honolulu’s USS Honolulu. three turrets. He Crews on the three ships had would perforate the powder caneaten breakfast, were eating isters and then load them on the breakfast, or were getting ready elevator that carried them up to to eat breakfast. The Sunday the gun in the turret. A plunger morning routines on the ships would then push the projectile of the U S Navy Pacific Fleet and the powder canisters into were beginning. Until about PEARL HARBOR Page 3A 8:00 a.m. it appeared a normal,

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Sailor’s homecoming ‘Best Christmas gift ever’

Haley Votaya, center, an LCM eigth grader, beams with happiness as her brother, Chris Votaya, surprises her at school Tuesday after returning from Bahrain from service with the U.S. Navy. The brother and sister are seen with their mother Brenda Authemen.

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Mike Louviere For The Record

Chris Votava is a 2013 graduate of Little Cypress –Mauriceville High School. His sister, Haley is an eighth grade student at LCM Jr. High. Haley thought her brother was in Norfolk, Virginia after returning from a deployment to Bahrain on his ship the USS George H. W. Bush. She walked into her art class at school Tuesday morning to see smiling students, her parents, and assorted news media in the room.

She was attempting to figure out what all the fuss was about when someone said, “turn around.” Haley turned and saw

Chris standing behind her.

There were smiles, tears and long, tight hugs between the siblings. “I did not know he was coming home, this is the best Christmas present ever,” said Haley.

Chris had left home to go to Navy boot camp at the Great Lakes Naval Recruit Station, near Chicago last Feb. 8. He was able to come home for a few weeks in April and then reported to his ship, already on station near Bahrain, June 18.

He is serving as an ABHAA, Aviation Boatswain’s MateAirman Apprentice. His job is to move FA-18 fighter planes on the carrier. He wears a blue CHRISTMAS Page 3A

Christmas In Orangefield

Bobcats float into Christmas Christmas in Orangefield is just one of the celebrations coming to Orange County during the next two weekends. Pictured are the Orangefield cheerleaders and mascot from last year’s parade. This years theme is “Country Cajun Christmas.” Check out page 5A for details of upcoming Orange County parades and celebrations.

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Pearl Harbor survivor

An artist rendering of the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941

the breech of the gun. The breech plug would be swung into place and locked in position. The gun was then ready to be fired by the gun crew.

Stephenson was on the third deck, two decks below the main deck.

“We heard some planes and some guns going off and some explosions, but they sounded way off. We thought it was just some practice by our planes and guns. I had no idea what was happening until this big explosion happened and shook the hell out of the whole ship.

Our lights started to go on and off and all of a sudden, people started hollering to get to the main deck, get out of the ship,” said Stephenson. The Honolulu had been bombed, but the bomb was a near miss. It went between the ship and the dock.

The men inside the ship had heard the explosion and felt the concussion from the near miss.

“We got on the main deck and an officer told me and another guy to get on one of the 20mm guns. I had seen them, but never been shown how to fire one. He told the other guy to turn a couple of wheels to

move the gun around and told me to turn one to make the gun move up and down, and showed me the lever to pull to make the gun fire. We shot a lot, but never hit anything,” said Stephenson. “Everywhere we looked there were airplanes. We did see one get shot down, but I have no idea who shot it down.”

Damage to the Honolulu was minor, mostly to the electrical systems. The damage was caused by the concussion of the near miss. The concussion was strong enough to knock one of the turrets out of alignment.

There was a huge explosion and a ball of fire that Stephenson found out later happened when the Arizona blew up. The explosion was caused when an armor piercing bomb penetrated the Arizona and exploded in the main powder magazine.

Nearly one million pounds of powder exploded.

Among the more than one thousand killed on the Arizona that morning was Eston Arledge. Arledge was from Vinton, La and had been raised in the Nibblet’s Bluff community. He was a signalman, possibly on duty that morning in

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the signal bridge high above the main deck; his body was never found.

“After the Arizona blew up and the other ships around us were hit there was burning oil all over the water. There were men that would try to swim through it. If they were lucky they could hold their breath and swim underwater. A lot would try but couldn’t do it and they would come up in a pool of oil and fire. It was really bad,” said Stephenson. “After a long while we were able to take a break and get some coffee to drink. It tasted really good. As bad as we had it, a lot of people had it a lot worse. I had a friend on the Vestal, his name was Matthews, he had to go around and pick up bodies.”

It was nightfall before Stephenson finally got to go to his bunk to try to rest. Naturally, he was a dirty as he was tired.

He still has a blanket from that day with oil on it.

He had the opportunity to retrain as a radio operator and was assigned to the USS Copahee. The Copahee was an escort carrier, sometimes called a “Jeep Carrier”. They were a

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class of aircraft carriers smaller than the fleet carriers. The main job of the escort carriers was to escort convoys of merchant ships and troop transports. The Copahee spent most of her war years ferrying fighter planes from the United States to the airbases in the Pacific Theater. Stephenson spent the duration of the war on the Copahee.

“The saddest thing I remember about that day was that everyone of the Arizona’s band was killed. They had been having the “Battle of the Bands” the night before, and the Arizona’s band was one of the best.

That morning they were setting up to play the National Anthem for the morning flag raising. When the attack started, they all went to their battle station and the big bomb killed them all,” said Stephenson.

There were 21 members of the Arizona’s band.

The big ships all had a ship’s band; there was an annual competition at Pearl Harbor.

The band award was later renamed “The USS Arizona Band Trophy”.

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Ferguson tragedy prompts needed conversation about society Caroline Brewton

Columnist-For The Record

The demonstrations in Ferguson have made me aware that we are long overdue for some serious and uncomfortable conversations about our society.

The protests that erupted in the wake of the exoneration of former officer Darren Wilson are a symptom of a system in which certain voices are stifled or discounted. Race relations in America are broken, and we can’t ignore the problem. We need to look long and hard at the unconscious assumptions that have become the center of this debate.

The problem is much larger than Darren Wilson and Michael Brown, although what happened is tragic. We must move past the outrage and the tragedy that accompanies the death of someone young and the debate surrounding Wilson’s actions. In the scope of personal tragedy, these things loom large. One life was end-

ed, and one irrevocably marked.

Though Wilson was exonerated, it is naive to think his life will return to normal. Wilson will spend years looking over his Caroline Brewton shoulder.

I make no comment assigning blame or excusing the actions of either Brown or Wilson; that is outside the scope of this writing. What is readily apparent in the wake of these conversations is that racial profiling is the often result of unconscious attitudes harmful to our country. The loss of precious lives is the result.

The guilt or innocence of these two individuals must give way to discussions of privilege and opportunity, and the way we treat our neighbors in our shared community spaces: stores, streets and neighborhoods.

I cannot speak with authority on the trials people of color face. I have

Christmas surprise shirt. His group is responsible for getting the fighters in position to launch and recover them when they return after their missions. Votava is starting his Navy career, and has recently been promoted to an Enlisted, Second Class (E2) rank.

Along with his parents Mike and Brenda Authement, he arrived early at school and went to Haley’s art classroom. Chris graciously gave the students in the room an opportunity to ask him about the Navy and his life aboard ship. One question dealt with what the fighter planes do. “I do not really know where they are going or what they are doing, but when they

never been discriminated against on the basis of my color, never followed in a store or made a police officer feel tense. No one has ever assumed I am less than professional, or confessed their grandparents didn’t approve of me. Conventional beauty standards favor women with characteristics like mine.

No one locks their car doors as I approach. No one assumes I’m dangerous.

No confrontations I have faced escalated to violence. If anything, my appearance puts people at ease.

I can’t imagine what that unconscious injustice is like, but my decency is outraged on behalf of those who face these things. I can only listen to their stories, and confess that these unconscious ideas once affected my own thinking. I can admit prior fault and change my thinking. I can refuse to treat others’ stories with skepticism just because they are outside my own understanding. There is a place for all people to join in the movement for racial equality. We all are called to

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leave with bombs and come back with wires hanging where the bombs were, I know somebody has been in trouble,” said Chris. “I move planes around,” was his reply to his job aboard ship. He told the students it was very hot at Bahrain, and very cold leaving France to go back to the ship’s home port, Norfolk, Virginia. Asked about the food, he replied, “it’s not very good.”

One student asked him about his relationship with his sister.

“We are very close. I try to protect her and care for her. I send her regular emails to let her know how I am doing, and to see what she is doing and how

she is. She is the closest and best friend I have,” said Chris.

After the hugs, Haley was asked if she knew Chris was coming home. “I did not have any idea he was coming home. I ate all his food. He gave me this jacket and I try to wear it every day. I am glad I wore it today. I constantly wear it. I miss him because he has always been here,” said Haley. “We care for each other a lot.”

On the list of things to do while Chris is home is a late celebration of Haley’s birthday, which was Nov. 23.

“We will have a special Christmas celebration, just hang out at home and maybe

seek justice for our brothers and sisters.

I can actively disavow racism, tell you here that I believe we must forge a society that works for the good of all, and that individualism must always trump assumed characteristics of a group.

I can greet my neighbors of all colors openly. I can work to make them feel welcome where others might clutch purses tighter. The unconscious assumption that someone of a different race is dangerous leads to the escalation of tension that may result in innocent loss of life, a price that is always too high.

I can acknowledge that our society has allowed some to rise at the expense of others, that I have had opportunities others have not. While this is not as drastic a scenario as the one mentioned above, it is more commonplace, and equally problematic. If we value true meritocracy, we must consider how historical forces shape our present and work to fix them.

I can help to forge a society in

play some video games. It is an amazing feeling to be home,” said Chris.

He will be home until Dec. 12, when he will return to Norfolk and rejoin his ship. The Bush is not scheduled for another overseas deployment until sometime in 2016.

which stereotypes of any sort are not credible by refusing to buy into them, by exposing myself to diverse relationships, by leaving my comfort zone to understand other perspectives. I can recognize how important it is to recognize there are other narratives than my own, and that insulating myself in a community that reinforces my own narrative only contributes to the problem.

I can discourage violence. Violence gives others an excuse not to hear your message. I can refuse to engage in violence, no matter how strongly I feel. I can recognize the foundation built by great men who fought for equality were built on peaceful measures.

I know writing this will alienate some who take a different view of these events, but I can no longer stand in silence. It’s time to stand in solidarity. The best world is a diverse world, a world where tensions break down and no one of any color feels unsafe walking down the street.

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Orangefield PTA to host Color Run 5K Saturday The Orangefield PTA will be hosting a color run 5K Saturday at Claiborne West Park.

Join them and you will get a little “off road” experience, while having a fun, colorful time with your family or friends.

It will be in Claiborne West Park off Interstate 10, which will add to safety.

Event details and schedule Thursday: early packet pickup at Orangefield Elementary

School, in the front office foyer from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Day of the race: Saturday Participant packet pickup or late registration: 8-8:45 a.m. near the start of the race (Halliburton Pavilion, in Claiborne West Park) Warm up: 8:45am Start gun goes off: 9:02 a.m.

Give out awards: 10:15 a.m.

Participants might want to wear sunglasses during the race. The color could get in

your eyes and the glasses will help protect them.

The lighter the color you wear, the more the race colors will show up. The color is designed to wash out, however, it could leave behind some trace evidence. They will give out instructions to set the colors.

To register online: https:// www.facebook.com/orangefield.pta?fref=ts Entry fee for the race is $15.

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Groom, 56, died Nov. 30. ***Ruth Thomas Kelly, 86, died Nov. 27. ***Hazel Bellard, 85, of Orangefield, died Sat. Dec. 4.

REMEMBERING PEARL HARBOR, DEC. 7, 1943 I was a youngster when Pearl Harbor was attacked by the Japanese. I recall sitting next to the old radio with family and neighbors listening to President Franklin D. Roosevelt address the nation about the attack. My aunt was saying her Rosary. She was praying for her son who was at Pearl Harbor. It turned out he had been severely injured when a lifeboat crashed down on him when his ship was hit.

He recovered after a long hospital stay only to be killed later in a farming accident. My thoughts also turn to my old friend, 93-year-old Cedric Stout, a Pearl Harbor survivor, who was on the Utah. We get to visit with him and wife Cherry from time to time. Not near often enough. I love those old vets from the Greatest Generation. Too many are leaving us way to fast.*****I was sorry to hear about the latest one to leave us. Jim Molley, Sr., 94, died Nov. 24. Jim went into the Army Air Corps in 1942 and was stationed at Oahu, Hawaii during the Pearl Harbor attack. I had known the entire Molley family since the late 1940’s going back to Jim’s dad Joe, Sr. and his mother Victoria. I was often a guest at the old Molley home later occupied by Jim and Gloria and brother Joe “Fats” and wife Mildred. The Molleys were a colorful family. In my head I have a lot of great stories. Jim was the quiet, industrious one, Joe Sr. and Joe Jr. were the flashy ones. Jim’s passing marks the end of a special era. May he rest in peace.*****I’d best move on, come along, I promise it won’t do you no harm COSBY STOCK TUMBLES Regardless of what happens next in the Bill Cosby allegations his body of work over the years is tainted. The backlash due to the resurgence of public accusations by multiple women that Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted them, going back decades, will continue to grow. Cosby, through his lawyers, denied the allegations. Cosby saying “he wouldn’t answer to innuendoes” will start to ring hollow.

The accusations against an American comedy icon is shocking and sad. He probably can’t be charged because statue of limitations have expired but the damage won’t ever go away. Cosby is facing numerous cancellations. One of his last half-dozen shows was here in Orange. Bill and his wife Camille have donated millions to schools and hospitals over the years. Society’s evolving notions about sexual assault is heavy baggage for Cosby that just won’t wash away. His reputation is long gone never to return and that’s a shame. ***** TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME 10 Years Ago-2004 Julia Meyers, Bridge City Chamber director, says the Chamber’s first holiday festival and parade was the largest annual event in its history. It began with the Christmas tree lighting Monday evening, and then came the parade which drew hundreds. B.C. folks love a parade so both sides of Roundbunch were crammed full of families.*****Judge Joe Parkhurst and Judge Pete Runnels are happy campers after their school, Sam Houston, came from behind with seconds to go beating Eastern Washington 35-34. PNG’s, Dustin Long, threw a pass to Jason Matthews to tie the game. The extra point won the game as time ran out. *****On Dec. 8, 72 years ago, Rene’ Hanks was born. That was also the day Prohibition ended and alcohol sales became legal.*****Kenneth Smith and Danny Brack, from K-Dan’s, caters the large Bobby Cormier Oilfield Supply and Double AA Glass annual Christmas party feed. Over 300 were fed. Bobby said, “You know it’s a good catering when Joe Burke shows up.” (Editor’s note: Joe and Mr. Paul are no longer with us.”)*****Terri Smith, a wonderful lady who works seven-on, seven-off, at St. Elizabeth’s Critical Care department, had a real treat when son Trey Ross Smith took her Bass fishing. Terri caught her very first fish, a nice big one. She got hooked. Trey made her day.*****GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: Former Bridge City resident Roy Gene Rogers, named for movie actors Roy Rogers and Gene Autry, died at age 64, in Plano, on Dec. 2. While living and working as a policeman in Bridge City Roy did a lot of youth work. ***Katrina “Tina” Faye Moore, 64, died Dec. 4. She was a retired bookkeeper for Concepts of Care.

She is survived by sons Marvin, Wayne, Donnie and John and daughters Kellie, Sherry, Janie and Judy. ***Richard Lew Beane, 68, died Dec. 5. He is survived by his wife Doris, mother Joan JeSok, son Richard Greer, daughter and son-in-law Becky and Ricky LaFleur and several grandchildren.***Russell “Rusty” Buntyn, 52, of Bridge City, died Dec. 5 in an auto accident in San Augustine. He was preceded in death by his brother Jimmy. He is survived by parents Leon and Billie Sue Tiller, son Leon, uncle Ricky Etheridge and Jamie Broussard. (Editor’s note: I remember the Buntyn boys quite well.)***Jessie Rexses Dickerson, 94, of Orange, died Dec. 1. She had a long, fascinating life. ***Tommy F. Martin, 67, died Dec. 2. ***Veronica Pepper

35 Years Ago-1979 Larry Kennan head football coach at Lamar produces a winning season. *****Gasow Motors, 807 Simmons Drive, has $400 cash rebate on a new 1979 Fiat Strada, 41 mpg.

Every Strada has a third door. *****Denise Guyote recently completed the Air Force’s technical training. She is a graduate of Keesler Air Force Base. She served her basic training at Lackland Air Force base. She is assigned to Hill Air Force base in Utah. She is a graduate of Bridge City High School. She and recruiter Robert Walker will be visiting her old high school and explaining the Air Force Delayed enlistment programs to students who might have interest in joining the Air Force.*****Doug Ardoin is recovering from two bypass heart surgery at St. Elizabeth. (Editor’s note: Doug was later killed in an auto accident.)*****The West Orange-Stark Mustangs of Coach Steve McCarty dropped a hard fought 12-7 bi-district game to Baytown Lee Saturday in the Astrodome, ending their hopes for a state championship. They ended the season 8-2-1. Nothing to be ashamed of. *****Margaret and Tony Giarratano celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Tony took her for quite a ride over the years. *****Ed Lovelace, formerly “Mr. Orange,” with KOGT is now the owner of two radio stations, KIBLAM and KCW-FM in Beeville. (Editor’s note: Those stations were very successful and made Ed and Joan very rich but they lost everything after an employee accidentally killed a lady in a company car. Her family was awarded $6 million.

They even took Ed‘s ring off his finger.)*****Tina Miller, Sr., of LC-M, was chosen 1979 football sweetheart. *****Howard Morse celebrated a birthday on Nov. 25. *****The Houston Oilers beat the Dallas Cowboys 30-24. Cowboy Thomas Henderson was out after being fired, Jethro Pugh has retired, Too Tall Jones has visions of replacing Muhammad Ali as heavy weight champion, so he has left the Cowboys to box.

40 Years Ago-1974 Elaine Meyers is the attractive young lady in Gunn’s Studio ad. *****Lawyer Louis Dugas, our friend and former state representative, district attorney. and judge, will celebrate a birthday Dec. 12. He is now in his mid-40’s. *****The Bridge City Football Banquet will be held Dec. 13, according to Coach Andy Griffin. *****Steve Pomeroy was elected president of the Orange Rotary Club. *****Barbara Scott celebrated a birthday last week. *****Bicentennial commissioner Roy Wingate makes announcements. The DAR Chapter has adopted a project to locate the grave of Revolutionary Army war veteran James Adams, who is reportedly buried in Orange County. The Heritage category is under the supervision of Ken Armstrong, Mrs. Fred Trimble and Jane Dorman. Marlin Shelton, Larry Gunter and Jules David will be in charge of Horizon activities.*****Elaine Hollier of Bridge City has been selected as a member of the U.S. Olympic Women’s Handball squad.*****West Orange basketball team members are John James, Alvin Anderson, Bohn Dorman, Don Sargent and Andre Robertson. The coach is Jim Weaver.

A FEW HAPPENINGS The Christmas parades are here. The Orange parade is Friday at 6:30 p.m. The parade route is down Green Ave. from the MacArthur Shopping Center to Riverfront pavilion.

Next is the Bridge City parade on Saturday, 6 p.m. down Roundbunch, from the First Baptist Church to Bridge City Elementary. On Dec. 13 at 10:30 a.m.Orangefield will host a Christmas parade. More on this. *****Santa will be at Granger Chevrolet from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m Thursday, participating in the annual can drive. All food collected will stay in the area benefiting the Salvation Army and Orange Christian Services. *****Also on Thursday, the Service League of Orange hosts its annual Toy Coffee, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year the homes on view will be Katy and Mark Taylor, 9085 Liston Cut Off and Melanie and Michael Lafleur, 9070 Liston Cut Off both in Orangefield.*****Lots of Christmas activities will be going on Saturday. The Orangefield PTA is hosting a color run at Claiborne West Park.***Sylvia Dickey Smith is having a book signing for her new book “Original Cyn” at Farmers Mercantile.***The Beary Merry Christmas Market will be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Little Cypress Elementary.***Claybar will hold its third annual Luminary Remembrance Ceremony at 4 p.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery on hwy. 87, outside of Bridge City.***The 38th annual Mauriceville Senior Citizen Supper will be held at 5 p.m. at Mauriceville Elementary.***Kathy Mattea will be at the Lutcher Theater at 7:30 p.m.*****I hear Commissioner Owen Burton has had some ticker problems and was in the hospital. He didn’t stay long but Nelda is not letting him kick his heels much.*****We were sorry to hear Micaela, Judge Thibodeaux’s better half, is also dealing with heart problems. At first I thought it might be Donna causing the ticker problems but now it seems more likely to be Thibodeaux’s fault. The Judge’s retirement shindig that was scheduled for the 19th has been postponed until Jan. 15 to give “Mica” a chance to recover so she can join in the festivities. Best wishes to Owen and “Mica.”*****Surely Capt. Chuck Uzzle is still duck hunting. This is the first winter in several years that I haven’t heard from him.*****This time of year our constables seem to be busy serving evictions.

One day two weeks ago, Constable Chris Humble had 10 evictions out of the Pct. 1 JP office. Constable David Cagle says Judge Derry gave him nine at one time while Constable Mark Philpott, working out of Judge Menard’s court had five. No one gives constables enough credit for all the work they do. According to Constable Philpott there is no down time.*****The year was 1903, 111 years ago, a little research finds that Ovie Harmon, from Orange, went to Beaumont in his new horse-drawn buggy. It dosen’t say how long it took there and back. *** Judge Roy Bean, “Law West of the Pecos” Langely, TX, who ran the Jersey Lily Saloon died. ***George W. Bancroft, 25, was elected mayor of Orange. Only 152 votes were cast, 36 votes uptown, 15 at Ford’s store and 101 cast downtown. I’ve been wondering where uptown was compared to downtown. Does anyone know? *****The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Cardinals 2918 Sunday. Bridge City’s Matt Bryant accounted for 17 of the points, with five field goals and two extra points. He didn’t miss on any. *****A few folks we know celebrating

their special day. On Dec. 3, Frances Curl, at the Exxpress Mart, in downtown Bridge City, celebrates her special day.

A nice lady who puts up with the manager and a weird crew. Also celebrating is Susan MacCammond, a BISD employee, Wayne Scales, Sylvia Bland, a nice lady, pretty Carolyn Andrus and Ms. Phyl’s sister, Jo Ann, also has her big day. They join Ozzy Osbourne, 55, actors Julianne Moore and Brendan Frasier, 45.*****On Dec. 4, celebrating is Dick Jackson, Gwen Tallant, Catherine Allen and Dana Simmons. They join Jeff Bridges, 64, Hillbillies Max Baer, Jr., 76, Tyra Banks, 40 and Wink Martindale,76.*****On Dec. 5, our buddy, the Mayor of Starks, Rene’ Hanks, notches another year and is fast catching up with the Creaux. Also celebrating is Shea Bolton, Susie Collins, Mary Bridges and Belinda Force. They join Little Richard, 81, and comedian Margaret Cho, 45. *****On Dec. 6, Bridge City native and BISD Athletic Director Richard Briggs is catching up to the old boys. Also celebrating is Woody Canter, Debbie Bishop, the late Grover Bishop’s little girl, is still running around single. They join quarterback Johnny Manziel, 21, mayor Andrew Cuomo, 56 and actress Jo Beth Williams, 65.*****On Dec. 7, Pearl Harbor Day, our friend Jim Keith, former Bridge City resident who moved away after Ike celebrates. We haven’t heard from him lately. Also celebrating on this day is Buddy Sheppard, Tracey Gilliam and Randy Philpott, Clarence and Constable Mark’s little brother. They join Larry Bird, 57, Cowboy Terrell Owens, 40 and actor G. Thomas Howell, 47. *****Dec. 8, Channing Larkin, Samantha Peveto and C.R. Dick Davis celebrate.

They join actress Kim Basinger, 60, singer Gregg Allman, 65, and race car driver Kevin Harvick, 38.*****OnDec. 9, Mark Braus, the terror of Turner Dr., celebrates as does Sharon Johnson, Barry McKenzie and Elissa Kern.

They join Kirk Douglas, 97, can you believe it? Also singer Donny Osmond, 56 and actress Judi Dench, 79.*****The Real Texas Gun and Knife show will be held both Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Expo Center.*****Want to see great synchronized lights? The Pine Forest Baptist Church is hosting “Listen to the Lights” weekends through Christmas and every night the week of Christmas. Load up the kids, tune the radio to the right station and the light show plays to the music. You don’t even have to get out of the car. A family night on Dec. 6 and Dec. 20 will offer train rides, hot chocolate, cookies and Santa will be on hand from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Check it out.*****There’s a new book out that covers my lifetime. “When Lions Roar,” written

by Thomas Maier. It is about Winston Churchill, Joseph Kennedy and the Kennedy family. What happened when two dynasties meet and the wheeling and dealing with power.*****This week, in 1927, Ford Motor Co. unveiled its Model “A” automobile that replaced its Model “T”. I learned to drive at the wheel of a Model T 20 years later so it’s always been special to me.*****Sen. Robert Nichols and his assistants spent Monday night in Orange. They attended a Lion’s Club meeting, had breakfast with Orange County mayors, attended a Rotary Club meeting and stopped by The Record office for a visit and update on new legislation and the new Lt. Governor. It has been a long time since a senator, other than Nichols, spent even one day in Orange, much less two.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Wayne Scales, Barbara Blackwell, Sandra Huthison, Susan MacCammond, Todd Wilson, Trisha Anderson, Amber Franklin, Vincent Hoyt, Carolyn Andrus, Chris DeCuir, Slyvia Bland, Bill Force, Dana Simmons, Catherine Allen, Dick Jackson, Gwen Tallant, Stephanie Kreger, Francis Breaux, Belinda Force, Susie Collins, Mary Bridges, Rory Piccone, Shea Bolton, Steve Hightower, Debbie Bishop, Woody Carter, Cheryl Jones, Barbara Cartwright, Lois Cornwell, Mayme Bock, Richard Briggs, Emily Mangham, Michelle Potter, Vianna Miller, Jim Keith, Tracey Gilliam, Buddy Sheppard, Lois Boehme, Randy Philpott, Channing Larkin, C.R. Dick Davis, Samantha Peveto, Barry McKenzie, Bobby Couthran, Hazel Hooper, Elissa Kern, Jay Fuss, Mark Braus and Sharon Johnson.

CAJUN STORY OF THE WEEK Joe Comeaux, him, he was attempting to build a patio for the first time. He buy hisself 100 of dem cement block. Den he lay dem out in a pattern.

Mais, den he find out de space he fix up was too small. So Comeaux him, stack dem block by his house and clean up some more space.

Da nex’ day, Joe, him, he put da cement block back down befor’ he notice the ground was unlevel. So he buy him a load of sand and stack dem block against his house again.

Fo’ tree days Comeaux move dem block.

Tee Man Breaux watch dis all dat time and he wonder, “Me, I’m gonna aks dat crazy Cajun abo’t dat.“ De nex’ day he lean over da fence and say, “Hey, Joe, you gonna put you patio away every night hanh?”

C’EST TOUT The height of hypocrisy is those Republicans who ranted, knocked and voted against the conformation of Defense Secretary Hagel. Now they are praising him and blaming President Obama for his resignation..*****The worse law enforcement blunder I’ve ever heard of wasn’t officer Darren Wilson shooting Michael Brown, it was the sorry job done of protecting the business community of Ferguson. Law enforcement had plenty of time, brought in 2,900 National Guardsmen and still managed to let the outlaws burn the town down. Wilson has resigned with no severance pay. He earned $45,000 a year. He still faces a federal investigation and most likely a civil suit.*****The Wednesday Lunch Bunch dines at Robert’s this week and at Novrozsky’s next week. Good fellowship, good stories, good folks. Everyone is always welcome.****Did you know the Bobby Fillyaw is the radio voice of the Newton Eagles? He can be heard on the web on Legend Sports.*****Thanks for your time. Please shop our family of advertisers. Take care and God bless.

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Christmas parades, festivals Lots to do this weekend kick-off this weekend Penny LeLeux For The Record

Santa is going to be in the area frequently the next couple of weeks checking on the naughty and nice.

Penny LeLeux For The Record The Christmas season has already kicked off and the parades start this weekend starting at 6:30 p.m., Friday with the Orange “Story Book Christmas” Parade hosted by the Orange Kiwanis Club. Each parade entrant has choosen their favorite book or film to portray on a float. Stories of Santa Claus, Rudolph and Frosty will come to life and roll through Orange this holiday season.

The parade route will begin at the MacArthur Shopping Center on MacArthur Drive and will travel down Green Avenue. It will end on 5th Street.

On parade day, all participants will line up near the old Sears building no later than 5:30 p.m.

In conjunction with the parade, a Christmas Festival featuring local vendors will be held at 5 p.m. east of City Hall.

Starting at 5:30 p.m., the First Presbyterian Church will host its Annual Christmas Open House in the Lutcher Memorial Building and will be serving cookies, popcorn, and hot chocolate.

At the conclusion of the parade, the Christmas tree lighting and awards ceremony will follow at City Hall. Rumors have also been circulating the Orange Train Depot will spring to life with Christmas lights as

the parade passes.

The Kiwanis Club looks forward to celebrating “A Story Book Christmas” with the entire community.

The parade this year is being held in memory of the late Ben Culpepper, Jr. Saturday brings the 6th annual Electric Light Parade to Bridge City. The parade will begin at 6 p.m., at First Baptist Church Bridge City, located at 200 W. Roundbunch Road and will travel to the Bridge City Elementary School.

This year’s parade marshal will be Kenneth Dupuis, owner of Dupuis Tire and Automotive. 2014 Citizen of the Year, Jerry Jones and 2014 Business of the Year, Bridge City Bank will be featured in the parade.

Santa and Mrs. Claus, also known as Don and Angie Breaux, will also be in the parade as they have for many years.

Parade judges will be Beverly Perry, Debra Bridgers and Mickey Litton Tompkins. One Best overall award will be given as well as 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards for float, vehicle and dance entries.

For more information, call the chamber at 409-735-5671 or visit the chamber website at www.bridgecitychamber.com.

Christmas in Orangefield will be held Saturday Dec. 13.

The Orangefield Cormier Mu-

seum will be open 8-10 a.m.

The parade begines at 10:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “Cajun Country Christmas.” The parade route starts at Cormier Road off FM 408, travels to FM 105, turns left and travels to the schools, turning right on Sandbar Road, ending at Orangefield Junior High.

The festival will follow at a new location, Jewel Cormier Park, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Booths are still available for only $50.

“The festival is bigger and better this year,” said Janet Montagne, one of the organizers. “Lots of new kid activities all for just a wristband price to play all day; great band lineup.”

Scheduled entertainment includes Barbara Hickey and the Fanatics, Britt Godwin, Deep Creek Band, Studio C Dancers, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, Thayer Dance Academy, Orangefield Elementary students and more.

“Fun family hometown festival; if you’ve never been, please join us this year,” Montagne said. “Please tell you family, friends, neighbors and neighboring communities as well.

For booth information contact Deena Van Pelt at 409988-5931. For information on the parade, contact Windee Jenkins at 409-988-8256.

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Crawfish

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Retail: $12.50 lb.

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670-8821

Bessie Heights Road, Off Hwy 1442 (77630)

Salvation Army and Orange Christian Services will benefit from a can drive to be held 7-9 a.m., Thursday, at Granger Chevrolet on MacArthur Drive.

Santa will be there.

Also on Thursday, the Orange Service League hosts its annual Toy Coffee 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the homes of Katy and Mark Taylor located at 9085 Liston Cut Off Road and Melanie and Michael Lafleur at 9070 Liston Cut Off Road in Orangefield. The homes are across the street from each other.

Please bring an unwrapped toy or cash donation to benefit the Salvation Army.

Besides enjoying the Christmas atmosphere, patrons are also treated to refreshments such as finger sandwiches, sweets, coffee and punch.

Friday - Sunday, drive down Hwy 105 north of Vidor to “Listen to the Lights” at Pine Forest Baptist Church. The Synchronized light show is choreo-

graphed to Christmas music and is a different show each night.

When you drive in, guides will show you where to park and signs tell you what station to tune your radio to 103.1.

Sit back and enjoy the show, without ever leaving your car.

“Listen to the Lights” will play weekends in December and every night the week of Christmas, 6-9:30 p.m.

Family Day is Dec. 6 and 20, when they will also have train rides, hot cocoa and cookies, plus Santa.

Saturday, Sylvia Dickey Smith will be on hand 9 a.m.-noon at Farmers Mercantile, 702 W Division St, in Orange, signing her newest book, “Original Cyn.” Smith says they make great Christmas gifts.

For more Christmas shopping check out the Beary Merry Christmas Market at Mauriceville Elementary, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., admission is only $3.

If guns and ammo is what is on your Christmas list, the Real Texas Gun and Knife Show is

this weekend at the Expo Center. Admission is $8, but groups of four or more get a $2 discount. Saturday the show is 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., and doors open at 10 a.m. on Sunday.

At 4 p.m. Saturday, Claybar will host it’s annual Luminary Remembrance Service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens on Texas 87 north of Bridge City.

At 5 p.m., seniors will gather at Mauriceville Elementary for the 38th annual Mauriceville Senior Citizen Supper. It is a time when past and present residents get together for a holiday meal to share fond times with old friends. The day is not complete without a visit from ol’ St. Nick.

You could complete your Saturday night with a trip to the Lutcher Theater and “Kathy Mattea: Songs of the Season.”

Now that’s a full day of activities.

Check back next time for a breakdown of next weekends activities. Its going to be jam packed too.

Toilet Paper Tea to be held Dec. 11 Southeast Texas Hospice Annual Toilet Paper Tea will be held 10 a.m.2 p.m., Dec. 11, at the Hospice Office located at 912 W. Cherry Orange, Texas.

The annual event was created to help stock Hospice’s shelves for the new year, thereby allowing their funds to be focused on patient needs instead of office supplies.

Suggested items for donation are: plastic garbage bags, dishwasher Meet Santa

See festive trees

soap, paper towels, light bulbs, Ziplock bags, solid air freshener, aluminum foil, Scotch tape, cleaning supplies, black pens, copier paper and of course, the event’s namesake, toilet paper. Cash donations are always welcome.

Enjoy refreshments, visit with volunteers and learn more about Southeast Hospice, the only nonprofit hospice in the area, at the Toilet Paper Tea. Make ornaments & wreaths

Dreaming of a Green Christmas December 13, 2014

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Included with general admission. Members free.

Wreath-making workshop fee applies; Sign-up 409.670.9799.

Evening Christmas Strolls begin December 11, 2014 2111 W. Park Ave., Orange, TX 77630 409.670.9113 / shangrilagardens.org Program of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation. ©2014 All Rights Reserved.

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Deaths and Memorials

Ermon Stelly Port Neches Ermon J. Stelly, 78, of Port Neches, died Sunday, Nov. 30.

He was born Sept.

18, 1936, in Cow Island, La., to Eula Guidry and Eddie Stelly, and had been a longtime resident of Port Neches.

Ermon owned and operated Stelly’s Texaco in Port Neches for 29 years and was a devout PNG Indian fan. He enjoyed hunting and caught his first fish at 59 years old. Ermon enjoyed gardening, working in his yard, and building bird houses and clocks.

He will be remembered for his devotion to his customers even after retirement and the special care he gave to his mother in her final years. Ermon will also be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather.

Survivors include his loving wife of 26 years, Nancy Stelly of Port Neches; daughters, Cindy Schroeder and her husband, Paul, of Fannett and Penny Savant and her husband, Mike, of Bridge City; son, Mark Stelly and his wife, Nisha, of Garland; grandchildren, Misty, Ashley, Staci, Hollie, Haley, Andrew, and Josh; great-grandchildren, Walker, Crawford, Marshal, and Brynlynn and brothers, Elry Stelly and his wife, Nettie, of LaMarque and Woodrow Stelly and his wife, Maxine, of Gonzales, La. He was preceded in death by his parents. e family would like to thank Dr. Leonard ome and his staff for the kindness and special care they showed Ermon.

A gathering of Mr. Stelly’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. His graveside service will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Stelly’s memory to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 841125, Dallas, Texas 75284.

Oliver Peasley Orange Oliver Dale Peasley, 53, of Orange passed away ursday, Nov. 27, at Southeast Texas Medical Center in Port Arthur.

Oliver was born Oct. 12, 1961 in Orange, to Frances Ann (Garlington) and David Lee Peasley.

He was a member of Harvest Chapel Church, where he was a deacon in the church, Sunday school teacher and also taught a historical class on the Bible. Oliver enjoyed working on genealogy, taking photography and studying history on his computer. Oliver was a loving person with a big smile, who will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father, David L. Peasley.

Oliver is survived by his mother, Ann Peasley of Orange; sister, Jaeva Peasley of Orange; brothers, David D. Peasley of Brooklyn, OH and Curtis Peasley and wife, Iva of Orange; aunt, Sharla Goodyear and husband, Jerry. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Dene' Hollier, Amber Olsen, Amanda Peasley, David Peasley, Dacia Bush, Audrey Webster, Katelyn Peasley, Tyler Peasley, Bryce Peasley and 11 great nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Dorman Funeral, with Sister Ruth Burch officiating. A private burial will be held by the family at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Amanda McGalin Orange Amanda Marie McGalin, 53, of Orange passed away Friday, Nov. 28, at her residence.

Amanda was born March 17, 1961 in Orange, to Lavina Ann (Landry) and John Albert Roach.

She was a custodian at LCM High School for many years and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed going to play bingo, camping and fishing. Amanda loved for everyone to come over to "Big Momma's House" for the family cook outs, especially crawfish boils. Amanda was a loving mother, companion, grandmother and friend who will be missed dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Tommy Joe Roach and Jimmy Ray Roach.

Amanda is survived by her companion, Robert Motley; daughters, Carita Douvio and husband, Troy and Sarah Fuselier and husband, Brad; sons, John Reynolds Jr. and Joseph Reynolds and stepdaughter, Nicole McGalin, all of Orange; sister, Tammy Duffy and husband, Mike of Alabama; aunt, Dolores Martinez of Orange and cousin, Calvin Joe Roach. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Colby, Eli, Cameron, Jaden, Tyler, Lisa Marie, Trenton and a large extended family. e family will hold a memorial service Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Amanda’s residence, at 7:00 pm. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Dorman Funeral Home.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Billy Hebert Orange Billy Carl Hebert, 82, of Orange, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 27, at his home.

Funeral services were Monday, Dec. 1, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Burial followed at Restlawn Memorial Park in Vidor, with his grandsons serving as pallbearers.

Born in Beaumont, Aug. 20, 1932, he was the son of Elwood and Velma Hebert. Billy served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He worked for Ameripol Synpol as an operator for 45 years and was a member of VFW Post 2775 in Orange.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Jacquie Hebert of Orange; daughter, Terri Lynn Odom of Carrollton; step-son, James Leon Williams and wife, Genevieve of Zavalla; step-daughters, Sharon Ann Matsoukas and husband, Ed of Orange, Glenda Kay Patterson and husband, Bill of Meedville Pa. and Rita Loraine Teal and husband, Stacy of Orange; sisters, Audrey Karr of Channahon, Il. and Beverly Hebert of Dallas; 19 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Dora Ogden Winnie Dora Cooley Ogden, 98, of Winnie, passed away Nov. 27, at Harbor Hospice.

Funeral services were Sunday, Nov. 30, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Ragley, La, April 12, 1916, she was the daughter of Sterling Albert Cooley and Mollie Cagle Cooley. Dora was a former member of the Eastern Star and was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers and sisters and husband, James Ivy Ogden.

She is survived by her sons, E.J. Ogden and wife, Hazel of Bryan, and Wyman Ogden of Orange; daughter, Lana Ogden Bertrand and husband, Benny of Winnie; grandchildren, Sunshine Ogden, Kyle Ogden, Christy Ogden, Brandon Snyder, Shannon Helton, Amber Whitehead, Ivie-Jo Bertrand and Zack Bertrand; seven great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren Serving as pallbearers were Wayne Ogden, Wyman Ogden, Brandon Snyder, Monard Barrow, Zack Helton, Kyle Ogden and Richard Cooley.

Van Buren Chandler Vidor Van Buren Chandler, 63, of Vidor passed away Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

Van was born Jan. 3, 1951 in New Orleans, to J o y c e (Jones) and Louis Dean C h a n d l e r.

He lived in the Vidor area for 53 years and worked many years in construction as a painter. Van enjoyed going fishing, golfing and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Deborah Adkins, Jo Ann Balla and brothers, Bobby Chandler and Freddy Chandler.

He is survived by his wife, Gracie Chandler of Vidor; daughters, Amy Parry and husband, William of Vidor; Jennifer Ply and husband, Franklin of Bridge City, Magan Stanford and husband, Grant of Vidor and son, Beau Chandler and wife, Felicia. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, one great grandchild and one on the way.

A graveside service was held Monday, Dec. 1, at Del Rose Cemetery in Vidor, with the Rev. Monty Jarrett officiating.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

William Ogg Orange William (Bill) Ogg, 74, of Orange, passed away Nov. 25, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

Funeral services were Saturday, Nov. 29, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Offici-

ating was the Rev. Ed Rawls of Silver Oaks Baptist Church, the Rev. Les Jacobson and the Rev. Harold Nazworth. Burial followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Born in Chandler, Ok, May 5, 1940, he was the son of Clifford E. Ogg and Alma Alice (Mauch) Ogg. Bill retired as a pre-planner for DuPont in Orange after 39 years. He was a member of Silver Oaks Baptist Church and the Pine Forest Masonic Lodge #1420. He was also a Scout Master for Pack 216 in Orangefield.

He is survived by his wife, Judith Behar Ogg; sons and daughters-in-law, Raymond and Marsha Ogg of Beaumont, Steve and Jackie Ogg of Orangefield, and David and Leigh Ogg of Lewisville; step daughters and husbands, Gari and Archie Cotten of Saratoga, Kristi and Barry Read of Katy; grandchildren, Madison and Grant Ogg, Ashleigh Ogg, Courtney Smith, Codi Sheppard, Morgan Hargrave, Samantha Hargrave, Matt Cotten, and Caleb Read; greatgrandchildren, Kamden Smith, Luke Cotten, Chandler Sanchez, Brysen Phelps, Brylee Phelps, Kylie, Peyton, and Hayden Nichols; sister, Patricia Ogg of Orangefield; brother-in-law, Charles and wife, Patti Womack of Kountze; nieces, Sally Hargrave and Cliff of Bridge City and Jeanie Adams of Bridge City.

Serving as pallbearers were Raymond Ogg, David Ogg, H.W. (Bud) Bailey, Barry Read, Caleb Read, and Mark Walles.

Christmas beans really good for any time of year NANCY’S KITCHEN Nancy McWhorter e Record My granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Cassie and John Rohrer, hosted anksgiving for the family this year. ey supplied the turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and dinner rolls. Cassie’s mother (my daughter), Carol Farley, provided the vegetables and fruit salad.

My assignment was dessert and a spiral ham.

Carol and I discussed it, made the decision that we were tired of the traditional “Green Bean Casserole” and it would NOT be part of our dinner this year.

However, there was a recipe in one of my favorite recipe books titled *“SCAT (Senior Citizens All Together) #3 Cookbook” I had wanted to try it but had been a bit skeptical about the combination of ingredients. I made it as part of my contribution and was pleased that the recipe is a KEEPER. It was submitted by a person named Dorothy Faulk. I do not know why she titled it “Christmas Beans” because it would be a perfect casserole for any dinner.

Cassie created a candy to make that I could not quit eating. She demonstrated to us how easy it is to make but did not tell us what it is called. I will have the recipe for you soon. It would

be an ideal homemade candy for Christmas giving. anksgiving for me is my favorite holiday of the year when family gathers not only for a wonderful dinner but the joy of being together. I am thankful for family and God’s many blessings.

CHRISTMAS BEANS ¾ to 1 lb. bacon (I used about 6 strips); See Note at the bottom of the page 1 onion, chopped (I used ½ large onion) 1 cup sugar ½ cup water 1/3 cup vinegar (I used Seasoned Rice Vinegar) Pepper to taste 1 (16 oz.) can butter beans, drained 1 (16 oz.) can green beans, drained 1 (16 oz.) can pinto beans, drained 1 (16 oz.) can pork & beans Cut bacon into small pieces and fry in skillet (I microwaved it). Pour off half the grease and sauté onion in remaining half.

Add sugar, water, vinegar and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5 minutes. Place all beans in large casserole dish. Add bacon mixture and stir. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

NOTE; If you will clip each end of the bacon before cooking, it will not curl up. *is Kountze, Texas cookbook was published and printed by Fundcraft Publishing, Collierville, Tennessee in the year 2000.

Ruby Ruth White Deweyville Ruby Ruth White, 88, of Deweyville passed away Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.

She was born in Welch, La., Oct. 16, 1926 to Cora (Benoit) and Leghton Olive. She grew up in Lake Arthur, La. and lived in the Orange and Deweyville areas since 1954. She attended St. Mary Catholic Church. Ruby enjoyed working in her yard pulling weeds, raking leaves, or working in her garden. Ruby was a loving person, who loved spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Conley White; son, Garvin White; sisters, Sue and Thelma and brothers, Leroy, Charles and Ralph.

Ruby is survived by her daughter, Ladona Bussell and son, Connie White and wife, Wanda of Deweyville; sister, Olivia Dufrene of Des Allemands, La.; seven grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held Friday, Nov. 28, at Dorman Funeral Home. Burial followed at King Cemetery in Hartburg.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.

Heidi Strandberg was recognized as School District Employee of the Month by the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce.

Mrs. Strandberg is an English teacher at Mauriceville Middle School where she serves as the Panthers in Prayer sponsor. She pushes and expects the best from her students and is always willing to help them learn in any way she can.

James Buchanan, General Manager of Exxpress Mart, recently presented Orangefield Elementary Principal Zach Quinn with a $500 check. Tri-Con partners with Exxon/Mobil to support local schools through an Educational Alliance Grant for math and science.

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Christmas celebration underway at Trinity Christmas excitement has been in the air at Trinity Baptist Church of Orange.

Sunday, Nov. 30, the church started their celebration of the Christmas season with “The Hanging of the Greens”. The service included several members reading scripture and explaining why the traditional flowers and greenery are used at Christmas.

During the service the children decorated the Christmas Tree at the altar with Ancient Christian Symbols known as Chrismons.

The symbols represent a variety of biblical and theological concepts. Chrismons are made with gold decorations of beads, ribbon and glitter. The Chrismons were handmade by members of the church. Ayden Price will explain the meaning of each Chrismon as the children hang them on the

tree.

Each Sunday during the Christmas season the church celebrates the Lighting of the Advent Candle with different church families participating with a scripture reading and prayer. Advent begins four weeks before Christmas and ends on Christmas Eve. Advent is the period of anticipation before Christmas. No, it’s not the presents that are being anticipated, but the biggest gift ever given to the world – the birth of Jesus. )n Nov. 30, the Candle of Hope was lit by Evita Kemmer; Dec. 7, Kent and Patricia Jowell will light the Candle of Preparation; Dec. 14, Kay Collier and granddaughter, Camryn Collier will light the Candle of Joy. On Dec. 21, during the 11:00 am church

service, the Candle of Love will be lit by Jeff and Cindy Elliott; Dec. 21, during the 6:00 pm Candle Light Service, Gary and Magen Price and family will light the Christ Candle.

The Christ Candle reminds us that Jesus Christ should always be the center of our lives and is the true meaning of Christmas.

Under the direction of Dan Cruse the TBC Choir will present special themed Christmas music each Sunday and during the Candle Light Service.

The Candlelight Christmas Service will be held Sunday, Dec. 21, at 6:00 pm. Everyone is invited to come celebrate the birth of Christ during the special service. Refreshments will be served immediately following the service. Trinity Baptist Church is located at 1819 N. 16th Street in Orange.

Churches offer free lunches e following churches in Orange offer lunch throughout the week to those in need. All meals are provided free of charge.

Monday Mount Sinai Baptist Church 1109 N. 2nd St. 886-2089

Tuesday First Presbyterian Church 902 W. Green Ave. 883-2097

Wednesday St. Mary Catholic Church 912 W. Cherry 883-2883

Thursday Mt. Olive Baptist Church 106 W. Park 886-2508

Friday First Presbyterian Church

Saturday Salem United Methodist Church 402 W. John Ave. 883-2611

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held by the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce for Merle Norman. Laurah Rodgers has owned the cosmetic business for five years. Merle Norman specializes in makeup artistry and facial services, keeping Orange beautiful for over 50 years and is located at 2224 MacArthur Dr. For more information call 883-3360.

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School Bear Stage Players, under the direction of Cory Broom and Caroline Hennigan, will present their second fall production Thursday, Dec. 4, Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7.

Show times are 7:30 p.m. for Thursday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. Tickets for all performances at the LCM High School auditorium may be purchased at the door and are $4 for students and $6 for adults.

Pictured are students, from left, are Sydney Smith, Tristan Stringer and Alex Borel.

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The Record • Week of Wednesday, December 3, 2014

MUSTANG INSIDER

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WO-S blanks LaMarque, meets LaGrange next Meri Elen Jacobs The Record The Mustangs are used to breaking records, but the record that they broke Friday night with their 34-0 win over the LaMarque Cougars will be one that goes down in the Cougars’ books that they might not want to remember. For the first time in 18 years, since 1996, LaMarque was shut out, held to zero points. That is definitely something for the WO-S Chain Gang to hang their hats on.

“I told the kids to savor the win,” Head Coach Cornel Thompson said. “It’s been 18 years since they have been shut out, so we had a reason to celebrate. But when the sun rises, we have to quit celebrating and prepare for LaGrange.”

The win over LaMarque moves WO-S to the quarterfinal round of the playoffs where they will face the undefeated LaGrange Leopards, who beat Hardin Jefferson this past Friday, 36-28.

“I thought we finally got 48 minutes of effort out of our guys,” Thompson said. “I was really proud of that. Coach (Ed) Dyer, our offensive coordinator and Coach (Mike) Pierce, our defensive coordinator had their guys prepared and had a great game plan and the kids executed it well.”

The Mustangs used all three phases of the game to whip LaMarque.

“We had a little trouble with our special teams against Giddings, but they were a lot better this week,” Thompson said. “We won in all three phases and we can’t have anything short of that this Friday.”

Starting out strong, WO-S never looked back, even though they were only ahead 7-0 at the half.

The defensive first half saw the only touchdown after Mustang Trey Baldwin blocked a Cougar punt setting up great field position on the 34 yard line. Grant LaPoint-Teate moved the ball down the field and six plays later, Baldwin did the honors by toting the ball in from just one yard out.

“I was kind of concerned about their concentration with it being the holiday week,” Thompson said. “We didn’t have school so we didn’t have our athletic period, so they had to mentally prepare themselves to play, which they did.”

The Mustangs came out after half time fired up and were able to score on the first series after Will Johnson returned the kick to the 23. With LaPointTeate out of the game with an injury, WO-S called on Malech Edwards to run the ball. Edwards took the ball 18 yards and when Baldwin was denied at the 3 yard line, Deionte Thompson took a direct snap right into the end zone. Kicker Hector Vela’s PAT was good and the Mustangs led 14-0.

On LaMarque’s next drive, the Mustangs forced

See MUSTANG INSIDER, Page 3B

LaMarque's Jalen Williams meets Mustang Scott McCarty in the back field during the third quarter. McCarty was a big part of the WO-S Chain Gang that held the Cougars to 6 first downs and less than 100 total yards. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Mustang Grant LaPoint-Teate makes a first down in the first quarter of the game. LaPointTeate had 8 carries for 38 yards before going down early in the second quarter with an injury.

RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Trey Spencer stops LaMarque's Dailon Richard on a screen pass.

Spencer not only helped the Chain Gang stop the Cougars, but scored himself on an 18 yard pass from WO-S quarterback Jack Dallas. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs

Back up running back Malech Edwards eludes the Lamarque Cougar heading to the end zone.

Edwards came into the game after Grant LaPoint-Teate went down with an injury and led the team with 9 rushes for 78 yards. RECORD PHOTO: Earl Davis

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Marshawn Lynch: Popular but hard to understand e weekend-beforelast quickie trip to Seattle that was presented to wife Susan and I by Orange’s All-Pro safety Earl omas III of the Seahawks provided us with many memorable events.

We were accompanied by many of Earl’s family and got to see several area landmarks in and around Seattle. And it didn’t matter where we went, banners and photos of the Seahawks players were everywhere.

We visited with many interesting football fans, security personnel at Century Link Stadium and even some of the relatives of the Seahawks players.

Earl’s mother, Debbie omas, saw to it that everyone in our entourage got passes to the Seattle players’ locker area so we could visit with Earl and some of his teammates when they finished eating and dressing after the game.

While we were waiting for Earl to exit the locker room, we got to chat with Delisa Lynch, mother of star running back Marshawn Lynch, who many National Football League analysts consider the league’s best runner between the tackles.

Marshawn comes from a family of football players including an uncle who played in the NFL for 11 years and his cousin J’Marcus Russell, who was a first-round draft pick of the Oakland Raiders a few years ago.

Lynch attended the University of California at Berkeley where he majored in social welfare and played football for the Golden Bears. He was the No. 12 pick in the first round of the 2007 NFL draft by the Buffalo Bills.

During his career with the Bills and the Seahawks, the 28-year old Lynch bulled his way for 8,241 yards, averaging 78.8 yards per game and 4.2 yards a carry and has scored 67 touchdowns. He has more than 2,000 career carries.

But for some reason Marshawn clams up to the press and recently was fined $100,000 by the NFL for refusing to be interviewed after a game. Actually, half of that fine was for him not cooperating with the media before and after Super Bowl 48 earlier this year.

His image with the average football fan is probably not so shiny, but he is well-like by his teammates and coaches.

“In the locker room, Lynch is one of the Seahawks’ most respected players,” according to an article that appeared in Sunday’s Seattle Times. “He is a rare offensive player who is just as comfortable with the defensive line as he is with the receivers.

“He is held in high esteem in large part because of his play on Sundays. But he also is valuable as a mentor, a loyal teammate and a confidant willing to dispense no-BS feedback.”

“From Little League to high school to college to

the pros, Marshawn Lynch is the best teammate I’ve ever been around,” commented wide receiver Doug Baldwin.

“I think if a lot more people were like him, the NFL would be a better place,” added defensive lineman Michael Bennett. “With the passion he runs with, giving his all out there, you can’t help but want to go out there and block as hard as you can for him because of the way he runs.” e Seattle fans really love Lynch and his fondness for Skittles. Whenever he scores a touchdown, the fans throw bags of Skittles around the sidelines of Century Link Stadium.

But there is a segment of fans that were irked when he held out for more money during training camp. en a report surfaced that Lynch was so upset over the trading of trouble-making Percy Harvin that he almost didn’t get on the team bus.

One report said that Lynch likely would not return to the Seahawks next season and another said Lynch’s relationship with Coach Pete Carroll had deteriorated to the point that they were no longer talking.

Carroll addressed the topic last week saying, “We want him around here for as long as he can play.” e article in the Seattle Times pointed out that the irony is that Lynch is under the most scrutiny of his career in what is one of his best seasons, if not the best.

Lynch has been quietly mentoring his understudies Robert Turbin and Beaumont West Brook product Christine Michael in the event he gets hurt or decides to leave the Seahawks’ family.

But there are a lot of people who don’t want anything like that to happen to Marshawn Lynch.

KWICKIES…e West Orange-Stark Mustangs (11-2) appear to be playing their best football of the season when it counts the most as they play for the Region III championship of Class 4A Division II Friday night against undefeated LaGrange (13-0) at Moorhead Stadium in Conroe. ey blanked a talented LaMarque team 34-0 in the regional semifinals last week, limiting the Cougars to a meager 94 total yards. e winner of this game could very well end up being the state champion in a couple of weeks.

Former West Orange-Stark standout senior wide receiver Mark Roberts was named to the 2014 AllSouthland Conference football team, helping his Lamar Cardinals tie a school record with eight victories against four losses. Roberts was the first player in Lamar history to record 1,000 receiving yards, finishing the season with 46 catches for 1,157 yards and 13 touchdowns. He led the SLC in both receiving yards and touchdowns, ranking him ninth and fourth, respectively in the entire Football Championship Subdivision. e Arizona Cardinals dropped their second straight game, a 29-18 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, who got a career-best five field goals from Bridge City’s Matt Bryant Sunday. e veteran place-kicker booted field goals of 20, 23, 21, 45 and 28 yards. e two Arizona losses plus the two 19-3 victories by

Seattle moved the Seahawks to a game out of first place in the tough NFC West Division with an 8-4 record. Arizona now stands at 9-3 and goes to Kansas City Sunday to play the tough Chiefs, who also are struggling to land a playoff berth.

Johnny Manziel finally got into a game for Cleveland Sunday with 12:01 left in the fourth quarter and led the Browns to their only touchdown. But it was too little, too late as his team lost to the Buffalo Bills 26-10. e Cleveland faithful probably will start calling for Johnny Football to start at quarterback for the Browns, but Brian Hoyer took a team that was supposed to win only three or four games all season to 7-5 and still a chance for a playoff berth.

No. 2 Alabama’s impressive victory over Auburn was enough to switch places with still undefeated Florida State in this week’s Associated Press Top 25 College Football Poll. Oregon remained in third place while TCU jumped two spots to No. 4 and Baylor moved up one place to No. 5 along with No. 6 Ohio State and No. 7 Michigan State. Arizona vaulted four spots to No. 8, Kansas State came up two slots to No. 9 and Mississippi State dropped from fourth to No. 10.

Bo Pelini, who always looks mad, probably really is this time as he was fired by the University of Ne-

braska Sunday for “a lack of victories” after a sevenyear stint as the Cornhuskers’ head coach. However, the university will owe Pelini a settlement of about $7.9 million, which can be reduced once he lands another job.

JUST BETWEEN US…Two games riding the bench did a world of wonders for Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick as he came back with a vengeance Sunday and burned the Tennessee Titans’ defense for six touchdowns as the Texans waltzed to a 45-21 victory at NRG Stadium in Houston. e 45 points scored and the six touchdown passes were the most in franchise history. Fitzpatrick’s 147.5 quarterback rating was a career high and the second highest in franchise history. Secondyear receiver DeAndre Hopkins had 238 receiving yards on nine catches, both career highs for him. e Texans also increased their takeaways to an NFL-leading 28 with four turnovers Sunday, which are 17 more than they totaled in 16 games last season. eir 6-6 record keeps their flickering hopes alive to gain a playoff berth. Defensive lineman J.J. Watt had another spectacular game, recording two sacks, six hits on the quarterback, a forced fumble, fumble recovery and a 14-yard return and another touchdown catch.

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Mustangs, Eagles picked to win KAZ’S FEARLESS FORECAST Joe Kazmar e Record Playoff Games is Week

Kicker Hector Vela gets a great hold by Peyton Robertson to make the PAT. In his first year to ever play football, Vela has made 45 PATs and one 22 yard field goal. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs.

Mustang Insider them to punt and Thompson took the ball 60 yards to set up shop on the 20. Two plays later, quarterback Jackson Dallas found receiver Jeron Preston wide open in the back of the end zone for six more points. Vela added on the PAT to up the score to 21-0. The Cougars were unable to get anything going on the next drive, punting to the Mustangs again on fourth down. The Mustangs took time off the clock, running the ball using Edwards, Baldwin and Jeremiah Shaw before Dallas found Tre Spencer for two yards off of the goal line for the touchdown.

Edwards was able to hit paydirt early in the fourth, scoring from 2 yards out after breaking through the middle for a 39 yard run to set it up.

The Chain Gang defense held the Cougars to only six first downs, only one in the second half and less than 100 yards of offense.

Now, there are eight teams left and the Mustangs are one of them, facing the Leopards, Friday at 7:30 pm at Buddy Moorhead Stadium in Conroe.

“If you are still playing in December, then you are pretty good,” Thompson said. “We’ve had trouble the last four years with the fourth round.

We’ve just got to go in and play our game to get beyond this round.”

LaGrange, according to Thompson, is “pretty

dang good.” JK Dobbins is their work horse who plays quarterback or running back. Other players to watch are Bralon Hutchison and Rylan Rigdon. The Leopards have a pretty solid program.

“We’ve got to do something about Dobbins, Hutchison and Rigdon,” Thompson said. “To this point, I have been proud of our team. We’ve overcome some obstacles with nicks and bruises and defections. We just have to continue to overcome, especially the LaGrange Leopards.”

Tickets will be on sale in the WO-S Athletic office Thursday, December 4th from 9-12 and 13pm and Friday, December 5th from 912pm only. Ticket prices are $6 for adults and $4 for students. All tickets at the gate are $8. The Mustangs are the visiting team.

The players would like to thank all the fans who have followed them and cheered them on and ask that everyone in the area come out to support them this Friday night. To get to Moorhead Stadium in Conroe (3200 West Davis, Conroe 77304) Take I-10 to Beaumont. Take the 69/96/287 exit toward Parkdale Mall. Exit State Highway 105 and make a left onto Hwy 105. Stay on 105 all the way through Conroe. The stadium will be on the right after passing under I-45.

WEST ORANGE-STARK (11-2) over LAGRANGE (13-0) 7:30 p.m. Friday at Moorhead Stadium in Conroe—e Mustangs seem to be getting stronger with each playoff game and will need to have their “A-Game” again Friday night when they take on undefeated LaGrange in this crucial Region III championship contest.

NEWTON (10-3) over ROGERS (11-2) 7:30 p.m. Friday at Woodforest Bank Stadium in e Woodlands—e Eagles got off to a shaky start earlier this season but appeared to turn things around with a stunning upset victory over the Class 4A West Orange-Stark Mustangs. Rogers ripped past Crockett 51-28 in the regional semifinals last week and should be quite a test for Newton Friday night.

HIGH SCHOOL PLAYOFFS OF INTEREST—Class 6A—Dickinson (13-0) over Cypress Ranch (11-2), Houston Westfield (12-1) over Spring (10-3), Manvel (13-0) over Katy (12-1); Class 5A—George Ranch (12-1) over Temple (111), Tyler (11-2) over McKinney North (11-2), Crosby (12-1) over Hutto (11-2), Kerrville Tivy (103) over Cedar Park (10-3); Class 4A—Stephenville

On a punt return, Deionte Thompson alludes a Cougar. Thompson had 5 punt returns and averaged 20 yards a return, setting up good field position for the Mustang offense. Thompson scored a touchdown, taking a direct snap from three yards out to hit pay dirt. RECORD PHOTO: Meri Elen Jacobs.

(9-3) over Graham (11-2), Argyle (13-0) over Texarkana Liberty Eylau (8-5), Navasota (13-0) over Henderson (11-2), Burnet (11-2) over Liberty Hill (11-2), Yoakum (10-3) over Sinton (10-3), Sweetwater (13-0) over Celina (11-2), Gilmer (130) over Atlanta (12-1); Class 3A—Rockdale (12-1)

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Someone loves outdoors? Here are the perfect gifts Just consider this to be a kind of “thank you” for the faithful outdoorsmen willing to grind their way through this column each week. Now, leaving it open in a strategic place around the house is up to you!

Moms, wives and Grandmas… Christmas is the best, possibly the only, shot your favorite hunter or fisher person has at getting a gift that he or she will probably not buy for themselves.With that in mind, I am listing some choices that are sure to please without you having to tip off your surprise before Santa arrives. e first and easily the most used gift in this part of the country is a Frogg Togg rain jacket and bibs.While many golf bags and sporting event grips now include the thinner, but handy All Sports suit, we are talking about the more durable and drier Toad Skinz suit for Christmas. e material in this suit is still light enough to be comfortable on those in-between days, but thick enough to better ward off the wind and repel a pretty stiff rain event as well.Both the jacket and the bibs sport deep waterproof pockets.e jacket that I wear is from the Firebelly series and comes in three colors that match the solid black bibs.

While I am yet to find any suit that will keep me 100 percent bone dry in a driving rain, it was recently pointed out by another individual wearing the same suit that I may be asking a little too much of my Toad Skinz.I met him at a football playoff game and he said that he wore his to everything from football games in the winter to early spring baseball games simply because they were light yet still warm even when wearing short pants and a T-shirt underneath.

As far as the waterproof factor was concerned, I mentioned that mine held up exceptionally well until the ninth or tenth trip through the washing machine at which point they were no longer as dry as they were when brand

new.He then remarked that his were two years old and they had never leaked in the rain, but that he had never had any reason to wash them.

We parted ways without my mentioning the fact that aside from also wearing mine to sporting events I also wear them when guiding an additional hundred plus days each year.at would probably equate to ten years of use for him and I can assure you that fish slime and scales don’t wear well for a single day. ey are well worth the money, look good and will be appreciated for years to come. e second choice was first on my gift last year and I now own several as do most of my clients and anyone that has watched us clean fish.I have never owned another filet knife that matches the Bubba Blade for weight, grip safety and cutting edge durabil-

ity.ey continue to expand their line-up each year, but my first choice for most of my needs is the seven or nine inch Tapered Flex blade. e material used to make the non-slip grip is both safer and comfortable and the blade sharpness right out of the package is unmatched.One of my knives mysteriously made its way into the house last week and I may not get it back after my wife saw how effortlessly it reduced a smoked turkey to bones and skin!

While maintaining the edge requires very little sharpening, Gene Locke ordered the first electric Work Sharp blade sharpener I had ever seen earlier this year and after getting one of my own I have since ordered thirteen more for clients and friends that saw how well it worked.It takes all of the guess work out of sharpening everything from knives to axes.It’s a great gift even if you pass on the Bubba Blade.

My third choice is the new Yeti Hopper which is a soft sided cooler like no other.is is the

Toad Skinz are an angler’s best friend this time of the year!

one gift that you may well wind up hijacking as it is the perfect cooler for picnics, weekend baseball tournaments and leaving frozen foods in when you swing by the mall after buying groceries!

I gave mine the ultimate test when I recently put a pack of fillets, two six packs of diet cokes and just enough ice inside before zipping it up and forgetting about it until the next afternoon.I never

even thought about it until I stopped the truck and heard it turn over zipper side down in the floor board.

Much to my surprise, not one drop of water had leaked out and upon opening it I discovered that very little of the ice, if any, had even started to melt.I haven’t tested the Hopper’s max capacity, but it easily holds up to 18 canned drinks and enough ice to keep them cold

for several days.The best part of all is that they take up less room than the conventional cooler and you can even store them on their side when things get crowded! us far I have had to order my Work Sharp sharpeners online, but between Simon Outfitters here in Orange and Daleys Hunt N Fish in Nederland you can still find the Frogg Toggs, Bubba Blades and Yeti Hoppers.

Forecast over Cameron Yoe (9-4), Edna (8-5) over Hallettsville (10-3), Blanco (13-0) over Odem (12-1); Class 2A—Alto (11-0) over Centerville (9-3), Refugio (12-0) over Mason (12-0), Tenaha (10-1) over Iola (11-0), Bremond (12-0) over Bruni (10-2).

FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SUBDIVISION PLAYOFFS (Second Round all on Sat.)— Sam Houston State over Jacksonville State, New Hampshire over Fordham, Chattanooga over Indiana State, Richmond over Coastal Carolina, Northern Iowa over Illinois State, North Dakota State over South Dakota State, Eastern Washington over Montana, Villanova over Liberty.

COLLEGE GAMES—East Carolina over Central Florida (ursday); Northern Illinois over Bowling Green (MAC Championship), Oregon over Arizona ( Pac-12 Championship) both Fri; Marshall over Louisiana Tech (Conf. USA Cham-

pionship), Alabama over Missouri (SEC Championship), Florida State over Georgia Tech (ACC Championship), Wisconsin over Ohio State (Big10 Championship), Boise State over Fresno State (Mountain West championship); Connecticut over SMU, TCU over Iowa State, Temple over Tulane, Cincinnati over Houston, Baylor over Kansas State, Oklahoma over Oklahoma State (all Sat.).

PRO PICKS— Chicago over Dallas (ursday Night Upset Special); Houston over Jacksonville, NY Giants over Tennessee, New Orleans over Carolina, Minnesota over NY Jets, Cincinnati over Pittsburgh, St. Louis over Washington, Indianapolis over Cleveland, Detroit over Tampa Bay, Miami over Baltimore, Denver over Buffalo, Kansas City over Arizona, San Francisco over Oakland, Seattle over Philadelphia, New England over San Diego, Green Bay over Atlanta (Monday Night).

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Pet of the Week: Lab/Pit Mix -- Reuben is is Reuben, and his Christmas list to Santa includes - a family of his very own, a nice warm bed to sleep in at night, a full belly when he gets hungry and a fenced yard filled with toys to run and play in. Reuben is a lab/pit mix and is about a year old. is handsome fellow is strong, loving and playful. He plays well with other dogs, but we aren’t so sure about cats. Reuben, who is still hanging on to his puppy traits, is learning that it isn’t very nice to jump on the humans, but he is a quick learner with the proper training and patience.

Reuben’s foster mom tells us he loves country music, and he loves to watch his foster parents play pool. If you think your family would be a great match for this country guy, please contact Traci at 886-4378.

You can also visit the Pinehurst Animal Shelter Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PinehurstAnimalShelter.

The Heritage House Museum, located at 905 W. Division St. in Orange, welcomes everyone for its 37th Annual Christmas With Santa. The event takes place on Wednesday, Dec. 10, and Thursday, Dec. 11, from 6-8 p.m. each day. There will be free refreshments and, for a small fee, pictures with Santa Claus. For more information about the event, call 409-886-5385.

Orange County Players will host its Yule Tide Christmas Bells event Dec. 11-13. Rico Vasquez and Kerri Freeman are directing with about 25 in the show. The cost is $20 per person with heavy hors doeuvres, wine, and the “famous OCP punch” being served.

At intermission, desserts with coffee and drinks will be served.

The event helps support the playhouse and brightens up the Christmas spirit in the area.

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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP to promote healing after the loss of a loved one meets Mondays at 7 p.m. and Wed. at 10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 945 W. Roundbunch Rd, Bridge City. Good Shepherd Compassionate Friends is open to anyone who would like to join.

SAT., Dec. 6, 8am-1pm at 317 Quincy St. Orange, moving Sale Dishes, Army gear, baby stuff, home decor, women’s clothing, purses and much more. must come check out.

Fri. 12/5 & Sat. 12/6 from 8 am to 1 pm, 501 Hydrangea Ave., christmas items, king bed headboard, kitchen table with chairs, old wrought iron bed frame, coffee table, side table, tv stand, home security system in box, kitchen items, pictures and more.

Sat. 12/6, 7 am-noon at 320 Oak circle in bridge city, Toys, clothes and misc. items.

PaiD aNNoUNCemeNT To THe PeoPle who robbed my property on Thanksgiving week on Granger Dr. and Rosen rd. you cut my fence and took 40 years of collecting and my savings money to buy yard equip. and tools and power tools. you’ve robbed me, but have taken away my feeling of safety and never having to take my gun out. I will give a reward for infor-

DOWN 1. Catch 2. Container weight without its contents 3. “Cogito ____ sum” 4. It falls in the fall 5. Golden Horde member 6. *12th Governor of Nebraska, ____ P. Savage 7. Myrna of Hollywood 8. Warm down-slope wind 9. Lady in Spain 10. Not in favor 11. ____ Spelling 12. “We ___ Family” by Sister Sledge 15. Sounds like donkey laugh 20. Kelly Clarkson and ed for crisis intervention, referrals and support group sessions for sexual assault/rape

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22. Pre-college challenge 24. Handicapped person 25. *This state name has one syllable 26. Illegal firing 27. Lucius Flavius _____ Nonius Bassus, Masada conqueror 29. *”Field of Dreams” state 31. Stumblebums 32. A predominant religion of Middle East 33. Bart or Ringo 34. *Former independent nation 36. Regard 38. Units of work 42. Cuban dance 45. It’s taught but not always learned 49. Albanian money 51. Beethoven’s “Moonlight _____” 54. Dapper 56. Weasel’s aquatic cousin 57. Ethereal 58. Past participle of “lie” 59. Happening soon, old fashioned 60. Fictional Griffin and actual Ryan 61. Magazine shells 62. Siestas 63. Pot contribution 64. Campaigner, for short 66. Clod chopper

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DEmENTIA cARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets monthly the 2nd Wed. at 10 a.m. and the second Thur. at 6:30 pm. at St.Francis of Assisi catholic church, 4300 meeks Dr. in Orange in the brother Sun Room of the canticle bldg.

GOlDEN TRIANGlE TOUGH lOVE is a self help parents support group for parents of children displaying unacceptable behavior. meets Tues. 7 pm. at the Immaculate conception Ed. bldg., 4100 lincoln (corner of lincoln & Washington) in Groves. For more info call 962-0480 RAPE AND cRISIS cENTER of SETX provides critical services for those in crisis due to sexual assault, rape, suicide or general crisis. In addition, a 24 Hour Hot line is provid-

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