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Services honor contributions of America’s veterans
The Adamson-Lane Post 287 of the American Legion hosted a service in Rowe Cemetery Thursday with Rev. Lloyd Stice, pastor of Clarendon’s First United Methodist Church, delivering the keynote address, and special services was held for those Missing in Action and still held as Prisoners of War.
Dick Bode of Alanreed later spoke at the Hedley School. He lived through five years of German occupation and later served in the US Air Force. He said Americans are “ordinary people doing extraordinary things.”
That evening, more than 300 people were at Clarendon College Bairfield Activity Center for a candlelight vigil that recognized both the men and women who have served and are currently serving the United States. Several community members helped with the program, and Dr. John Howard, who is also a captain in the US Navy, delivered the keynote, which honored the real heroes of America and called for support not just for the fallen but also for the families of those still overseas and for those who come home permanently changed. Howard also drew attention to the need for better treatment of American veterans, particularly noting issues of health care and homelessness.
Another program was held last Wednesday at the Clarendon school, and the local VFW post provided free breakfast to veterans on Thursday.
Shelton runs well at state
Audrey Shelton has worked hard for the reward and the payback came this past weekend in Round Rock. Shelton went through every obstacle she could to get there and not surprisingly ran in the State Cross-Country Meet Saturday, November 13 against 103 other runners.
Her time of 12:46 for the two-mile course was good enough for 25th place. Not bad for the sophomore’s first trip to state.
Shelton was among really good runners and against a course she had never faced before. She ran hard and gave it all she had and even though the results were not what she had in mind, the participation was a first for Clarendon’s cross-country
runners.
Shelton did not begin her training when school started this fall. She was dedicated throughout the summer and made it her goal to not only make it to the Regional meet, but advance to the top meet in the state. She practiced alone, with friends, and with her coaches and every ounce of fortitude and drive came from within. A great testimony to what someone can accomplish with the right determination.
“Audrey is one of the best high school athletes I have ever coached when it comes to determination, attitude, and work ethic,” coach Molly Weatherred said. “She is a great leader. She has worked extremely hard. Not only did Shelton run all of the scheduled practices, but she also ran on her own. Even through the weekends. She never took a day off from running. I am very proud of her.”
Shelton led her team in the District and Regional meet this season. The Lady Bronco team competed at the Regional meet and placed 7th overall. But Shelton is not finished running yet. She will be a very experienced presence in the spring when track season rolls around and then gear up for another cross-country season next fall as a junior.
You can bet that if there is a race to be run, Audrey Shelton will be the first in line to practice whenever and wherever she can. It’s in her blood.
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District Champions
The last time the words Broncos and District Champions were associated was almost thirty years ago in 1981. This year’s team proved to everyone it could happen again.
The 2010 regular season has ended, and Bronco fever is everywhere as the school and community are anticipating a stellar play-off run that will begin sometime the week before Thanksgiving.
It has been a season for the record books as the Bronco team demolished team after team to go 9-1 on the year. The Broncos’ only loss came in their season opener to New Deal, and the spread was a mere two points. The Panhandle Panthers were the most recent team to bow to the Broncos, which resulted in a huge 48-7 win.
The Broncos ran through the Panthers as they have done all season long and gained a massive 560 total yards. Quarterback Johnny Gaines went nine for ten through the air for 172 yards, and they racked up 388 yards rushing on 48 carries. Chris Crump opened the Bronco scoring frenzy with only eight minutes left in the opening quarter when he took it in from a yard out, and Gaines found the end zone from 45 yards out right before that quarter ended.
Wes Williams put six points up with a huge 88-yard score, and Mike Crump caught a 42-yard pass from Gaines to give the Broncos a 28-0 halftime lead.
“This was a big win for us,” head coach Gary Jack said. “Clarendon has not won an outright District title since 1981. It is a big deal for us.”
Mike Crump and Gaines both had big scores in the third quarter to put the game away, and Williams added another in the final period.
“Our offense rolled tonight,” Jack said. “We did what we needed to do and we dominated.”
Defensively, the Broncos brought their A-game as they turned Panhandle away at every opportunity. Jack noted that several Broncos had big games.
“Charleston Harris, Chris Crump, Wes Williams, Bradley Watson, Johnny Gaines, and Mike Crump had great games with several tackles and sacks,” Jack said. “Also, our new player, Austen McNelly did a great job for us defensively.”
Jack is very proud of his players and knows this group is special.
“We played a complete game,” Jack said. “And it was fun. I am so proud of the kids and our coaching staff. This is a good group of guys, and the District Championship has been a long time coming. I think the community is enjoying it, too.”
Because of their District championship and the number one seed, the Broncos will have a bye in the first round of the playoffs. They will take on the winner of the New Deal and Seymour game that will be played Saturday night.
George Keith “Butch” Schollenbarger
Graveside services for George Keith “Butch” Schollenbarger, a 70 year-old Clarendon and Howardwick resident were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 4, 2010, in the Darrouzett Cemetery in Darrouzett. Pastor Gary McDonald officiated with services are under the direction of Good Samaritan Funeral Service of Booker.
George Keith “Butch” was born on September 13, 1940, in Perryton to William George and Eloise (Roper) Schollenbarger. The family owned a laundry service on the Air Base in Liberal, Kan., until Butch was five, then the family moved to Clarendon. Butch graduated from Clarendon High School and right after became a “Wheatie,” traveling to different areas custom cutting wheat.
After his time cutting wheat, Butch worked for GTE as a lineman. He retired from Santa Fe Railroad, owned and operated Bob’s Video stores, and retired from The Department of Public Safety as a safety inspector.
Throughout Butch’s life and careers it was golf that brought him the most enjoyment. Butch was a member of the Clarendon Country Club, had served as the Golf Pro at Sycamore Springs Golf Course in Wilburton, Okla., and had owned Butch’s Golf Goodies.
Butch had at least one confirmed hole-in-one, and was always sharing stories of playing with professional golfer Lee Trevino.
Butch passed away on October 31, 2010, at his home in Howardwick and is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include a son Chris Schollenbarger and wife Teresa of Clarendon; a daughter Connie Sprang and husband Walter of San Antonio; a sister Kay Bain and husband Robert of Wilburton, Okla.; a grandson Lucas Longan of Lubbock; a nephew Scott Bain; and a niece Leigh Baldwin and husband Danny.
The family requests memorial donations be to the Darrouzett Cemetery Fund in care of Good Samaritan Funeral Service P.O. Box 341 Booker, TX 79005.
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