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2019 Saints’ Roost Celebration to be July 4-6
Make your plans now to enjoy the 142nd annual Saints’ Roost Celebration on July 4, 5, and 6 in Clarendon.
The Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Association will the festivities with a July Fourth Junior Rodeo. Junior team entries are $125 each and can be made by calling 806-679-2738.
The celebration gets under full steam on Friday, July 5, with merchant sales and the annual Depression Luncheon at the Downtown Ministry Center from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost for the beans and cornbread meal is 25 cents. That night, the COEA Ranch Rodeo opens at 7:30 at the COEA Arena followed by a dance at 9 p.m. featuring the music of Rhett Uhland opening for Mitchell Ford & The Volunteers.
The big day will be Saturday, July 6, beginning with the Arts & Craft Fair on the square at 9 a.m. sponsored by the Donley County 4H. Booths are $25 each and should be reserved through the Donley County 4H by calling 806-874-2141.
The Chamber of Commerce’s Old Settlers Reunion and the Kids’ Bicycle & Tricycle Parade also begin at 9 a.m. The Kids’ Parade will line up and register at 8:30 at Keith Floyd’s shop at Third and Sully. Ed Montana will provide music and serve as master of ceremonies on the square.
Line up for the Herring Bank Parade will also start at 9 a.m. on Sixth Street north of Prospect Park. At 10:00, the parade will then take its usual route – north on Kearney to Third Street, west on Third to Sully, south in front of the Courthouse, and then wind back to the ball parks.
The Herring Bank Parade features $850 in cash prizes with $200 available for the best float, $100 for the best car or truck entry, $100 for the best animal or riding unit, $100 for the best tractor or farm equipment entry, and $100 for the best “other” entry.
From those first place winners, judges will select a Grand Prize winner who will receive an additional $250. Pre-registration is required for entrants to be judged for the prize money, and entry forms are due in the Visitor Center by 5 p.m. on June 28. Entry forms are available at the Visitor Center and in this week’s Enterprise.
The Al Morrah Shrine Club barbecue will follow the parade at about 11 a.m. Tickets are $12 each and will be available at the Visitor Center and the Enterprise.
The Lions Club Cow Patty Bingo will follow the barbecue. Parade winners will be announced at 1 p.m. The Henson’s Turtle Race will then take place at 1:30 p.m. And the Ranch Rodeo will close out the day at the COEA Arena beginning at 7:30 p.m. with the dance to follow with Luke Koepke providing the music.
Also happening during the celebration weekend, the Whistle-Stop will have its monthly trade days Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the former Chamberlain Motor Company property. The Whistle-Stop features more than 100 vendors as well as live music, food, and fun for the entire family.
For more information about the celebration, contact the Visitor Center at 806-874-2421.
Ramon Sanchez
Services were held for Ramon Sanchez on June 22, 2019, in St. Mary Catholic Church in Clarendon with Fr. Raj Samala officiating. Burial will follow in Citizens Cemetery. Rosary was held on Friday, June 21, 2019, in Robertson Funeral Chapel.
Ramon Sanchez was born on October 12, 1941, in Rocksprings, Texas to Juan and Crestina Sanchez. He was the youngest of 12 children. He spent his early school years in Rocksprings until his family relocated to Hale Center, where he attended high school. Ramon spent his early twenties in Memphis before settling in Lelia Lake in the late 1950s where he spent the remainder of his life.
All would describe Ramon as a hardworking man. As a child, he and his family traveled to the Panhandle every year to hoe cotton. As an adult, he worked at the Paymaster Gin for 35 years. Additionally, he drove tractors and helped numerous area farmers.
He also enjoyed working for Jim and Kay Hayes for many years. In his later years, he held various jobs for Herring Bank, the Clarendon Post Office, and several local churches until his health led him to retire completely. However, a slow pace never suited him and he would often still be found doing odd jobs around the house or outside, particularly anything his family told him he should let someone else take care of.
His pride and joy and most important life’s work was playing a role in the upbringing of nearly all of his grandchildren. His grandchildren will miss his caring spirit and listening ear, but not nearly as much as his quiet sense of humor and smile that could brighten a room.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son Joseph Jaramillo and wife Maritta Sue, three brothers: Jose Saragosa Sanchez, Julio Sanchez, and Manuel Sanchez, and three sisters: Carolina Sanchez, Anita Luna, and Dominga Castillo.
He is survived by Faye Sanchez of Lelia Lake and Gloria Jaramillo of Lelia Lake and their families, Leroy Sanchez of Lubbock, Chris Sanchez and wife Terry of Pampa, Richard Sanchez of Lelia Lake, Raymond Jaramillo and wife Rosemary of Amarillo, Christina Brady and husband Kennith of Clarendon, Joe Jaramillo of Clarendon, and Steve Jaramillo of Lelia Lake, as well as 24 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and one great great grandson. He is also survived by five sisters: Tomasa Luna of Jordanton, Angelina Cavasos of Rocksprings, Felipa Rodriguez of Dimmitt, Lydia Ruiz of Bryan, and Claudelia Jaramillo of Amarillo.
Mulkey to screen ‘Gone with the Wind’
The Mulkey Theatre will present an anniversary screening of “Gone With The Wind” this Sunday, June 30, at 2 p.m.
Feel free to dress the part in your “Sunday best” as we take a step back into the story of Scarlett O’Hara (Vivien Leigh), a headstrong Southern Belle who will stop at nothing to win the man she loves, Ashley Wilkes (Leslie Howard), and preserve her beloved family plantation, Tara. Complications ensue in the form of Rhett Butler (Clark Gable), a cad with a secret heart of gold, who knows he and Scarlett are truly meant for each other.
Doors open at 1:30 and admission is $7 for adults, $5 for kids ages three through 12; and kids two and under get in free.
Line replacement affecting outages
The frequent power outages that Clarendon residents have noticed lately have been caused in part by the power line replacement currently being done through town.
Clarendon city officials met with representatives of AEP/Southwestern Electric Power Co. last week about the outages and learned the cause of the recent trouble.
SWEPCO has had to de-energize the transmission line coming into the city from Childlress during the replacement. That leaves the city dependent on a feed coming from the Jericho substation. If a storm or other problem interrupts that service, there is no back up.
SWEPCO officals tell City Hall that they expect things to be back to normal within about four weeks.
Letter: Reader upset by political cartoon
Sir, I can’t help but comment on an editorial cartoon, which appeared in last week’s edition of our local paper. The cartoon was two separate images, one depicting the USS John McCain, the other depicting a small rowboat with Donald Trump painted on its stern. Perhaps our esteemed editor decided to run that as a statement showing the difference between the late senator and our current president.
As a caveat, I will state, before going on, that the late senator cannot defend himself. I will also say that I have no firsthand knowledge concerning his time in The Hanoi Hilton. However, there are written accounts to support that which follows. John McCain has been called a hero by some, while others, (former residents of the Hanoi Hilton in particular) say he failed to act in a manner required by the Navy, relating to his time in captivity.
He is not the first person to have doubt cast upon him for his actions. There are those, former sailors who have served with, or in concert with, Senator Kerry, who have less than favorable views of his Vietnam Service.
However, in regard to President Trump, there is no reason to be concerned with his performance prior to assuming office, since he was under no constraint requiring him to meet certain standards. So whether it was his behavior towards women, or his dealings with foreign nationals, he was free to do as he chose. Since taking office, he has admittedly made some missteps, but other than vexing liberals who felt their choice was unfairly denied office, President Trump has tried to honor his campaign promises.
I have no problem with folks airing their grievances, I do have a problem with folks painting a false picture to make a point they would not be able to achieve with words. Mr. Estlack, if you feel that Mr. Trump is wrong for the office, why not say so. And if you feel that your readers would be better served by liberals who are anti Second Amendment, anti-Christian/pro-Abortion rights, and who are progressive to the point they would re-distribute personal wealth from those who earned it to those who feel earning a living is beneath them, then please have the courage of your convictions, to say so loud and clear rather than offer innuendo to make your case.
Personally, were I a commissioned officer in the navy, I would resign my commission rather than serve on a ship named after either John McCain or John Kerry. Were I young enough, I would gladly re-enlist just to say Donald J. Trump was my Commander in Chief.
Joseph Pafume, USMC 65-69
Hedley
CC rodeo team places third at nationals
Clarendon College’s Riggin Smith won the Saddle Bronc contest and the CC men’s rodeo team took third place overall at the College National Finals Rodeo last week in Casper, Wyo.
Competing among more than 50 colleges and universities, Clarendon had several outstanding performances during the college’s first team appearance at the national finals.
“I couldn’t be more tickled with how it went,” rodeo coach Bret Franks said. “They stepped up and did great!”
Franks said it was impressive how the CC team performed and put themselves in a position to win in the short round.
“We’re competing with much larger schools,” Franks said. “There are some small schools, but most of these are much bigger. But rodeo kind of is a more even playing field.”
Clarendon finished with a total score of 660. Hill College was second with 675 points, and Panola Junior College was first with 825.
R. Smith won the national title in Saddle Bronc Riding with 370 points. His cousin, Teagan Smith, was third with 180 points. T. Smith also placed 19th in Bull Riding.
Dylan Jones placed fourth in Team Roping, and Casey McCleskey was 33rd.
Brody Rankin was 21st in Tie-Down Roping, and Joshua Green was 24th in Bareback Riding.
Franks said the national finals appearance and results were very important for Clarendon College as it seeks to build a program with a solid reputation.
“I want to give Clarendon College something that will be a feather in our hat,” Franks said.
Of the six men’s team members who went to the national finals, all but Rankin is the only freshman.
Franks said he appreciates the support his team has received.
“I sure want to thank the community, the college, and the administration for giving us what we need to succeed,” Franks said.
CC President Robert Riza praised the rodeo team and its coach.
“I think this team has taken on their coach’s grit and determination,” Riza said. “They see how hard he works to make them better, and they don’t want to let him down.
“I’m proud of the job he has done in a short period of time,” Riza said. “This is what we thought he was capable of achieving when we chose him to lead our program.”
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