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du cents Wednesday, October 3, 2001 Coming Saturday In The Gatesullle Mr ttliekatioi Games, food, fun on tap at square, museum What's Inckb: the spur theme. From there, the idea was carried to the respective boards of the Gatesv ille Chamber of Commerce, the museum and Main Street.1 With all three in agreement, Miller was then approached about sponsoring the resolution. Miller readily agreed and solicited help Please see SPUR, P. 14 The sound of fiddles and gun-fights will fill the downtown area Saturday as Gatesville celebrates its designation as "Spur Capital of Texas." Festivities from 1 0 a.m. to 5 p.m.

include free food and drink, horseshoe pitching, children's games, blacksmith and quilting demonstrations and performances by the Coryell Squares and the Gatesville islature passed a resolution sponsored by State Representative Sid Miller (R-Stephenville) designating Gatesville as the "Spur Capital of Texas" in recognition of the Mitchell Spur Collection on display at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center. Four are charged with drug-related meth conspiracy The idea of being spur capital came about from a conversation between local businessmen Fred Daschofsky and Rufino Lopez, concerning the need for a theme to promote Main Street and Gatesville. Lopez, who had just completed a display at the museum, suggested Spur Capital celebration i i Four people were arrested in two separate incidents over the weekend by the Coryell County Sheriff's Department for theft of anhydrous ammonia. Anhydrous ammonia, used by farmers for fertilizer, is used by drug dealers in the manufacturing of methamphetamine, Coryell County Sheriff Roger Faiight reported. On Saturday, three out-of-county subjects were arrested in the Turn-ersville area, and da Sunday, a Copperas Cove man was arrested, again in the Turnersville area.

Faught reported there have been several recent thefts reported at T-Ville Fertilizer. Arrested on Saturday were Robert Morris, 20, of Belton; Jaimie Coats, 26, of Temple; and Joan Elmore, 18, of Holland. All three 'were charged with criminal conspiracy to manufacture Activities are planned all day Saturday on the courthouse square and at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center to celebrate Gatesville's designation as the "Spur Capital of Texas." The Lloyd Mitchell Spur Collection on display at the museum was the basis for Gatesville winning the designation from the Texas Legislature. Pictured with the spur collection are, left to right, Sherry Sartor, representing the chamber of commerce; Fred Daschofsky, Main Street; and Billy Byrom, museum. Gunfighters, and much more.

Saturday has also been designated as "Western Wear Day" in Gatesville, and those dressed in western attire may register for several door prizes, including a drawing for a set of spurs. Earlier this year, the Texas Leg a controlled substance (methamphetamine) over 4 grams but less than 200 grams, a first degree felony; possession or transport of certain chemicals with intent to manufacture a controlled substance, second degree felony; and engaging in organized criminal activity, a first degree felony. Justice of the Peace Jimmy Wood set bond at $25,000 on each charge. At press time, Morris and Coats remained in custody at the -Coryell C6unty Jail, while Elmore was released on bond. William Arden Scofield 40, of Copperas Cove, was arrested Sunday and charged with intent to manufacture a controlled substance, second degree felony; and possession with intent to manufacture a controlled substance (methamphetamine), over 4 grams but less than Please see METH, P.

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pimp Prrvip 81 83 80 46j Ml U) I III 1.0 Ml U) HI I.O September 3.10" Year-to-Date Precip: 25.49" Infortunium Collected at 3 p.m. each dtcy furpitvilu 24 hour-period Since 1881, Coryell County's Favorite Home Newspaper! ISSN No. 0894-4954 Copyright 2001, The Gatesville Messenger All Rights Reserved CORYFXL COUNTY JUDGE JOHN HULL i. Coryell County Judge John Hull has been elected as first vice president of the Texas Association of Regional Councils. Last year, Hull served as second vice president of the organization, and was the first member of the Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG) elected as an officer on the state board.

A strong supporter of regional councils, Hull has served as the CTCOG chairman as well as chairman of the Central Texas Economic Development District, the Hill Please see HULL, P. 14 1 L. 1 -j-i Hullis 1st vice president Nominations are sought for award Nominations are being accepted for the Norris Graves Award that is presented each year during the Gatesville High School Alumni Banquet. The Class of 1991 will host this year's banquet at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct.

20, in the GHS cafeteria. Cost is $10, payable at the door. Established in 1963, the Norris Graves Award recognizes a GHS alumni whose accomplishments best typify the spirit and traditions of the school. Nominations should include the nominee's background and the reason why the person should be selected. The deadline to submit nominations is Oct.

12. Nominations should be mailed to Julie Sheets Matthews, 209 River Place West, i i Gatesville, TX 76528. Past recipients are as follows: 2000: Bill and Anne Bradley 1999: John Lee Hodge Jr. 1998: Alton Ballard 1997: David Byrom 1996: Sam Cockrell 1995: OmetraThetford Bertrand 1994: Charles Zeigler 1993: Maxine Lovejoy Beard 1992: Dr. R.

Bruce Weaver 1991: Dora Jean Patterson Dyson 1990: Dr. George W. (Bill) Whitt 1989: Lalla Rookh Martin Ward 1988: Antonece Bertrand Rogers 1987: John Paul Reesing Jr. 1986: Pat Mayo Holt 1985: Andrew and Nina Kendrick Please see AWARD, P. 14 representative on the task force.

Other members include Lt. James Burleson, Texas Department of Public Safety; Investigator Sherry Anderson. Waco PD; and Sgt. Steven Davenport, Limestone County Sheriff's Department. Public awareness will be one of the top priorities for the new task Please see THEFT, P.

14 County now part of auto theft task force Coryell County has joined a newly-formed task force designed to cut down on auto theft in the Central Texas area. The Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force opened an office Sept. 1 in Waco, and includes Coryell and Limestone counties and the Waco Police Department. Coryell County Sheriff's Department Sgt. Johnny Burks is the local Nicholaus Pantleo, 10-month-old son of Patrick and Lecia Pantleo, seemed to enjoy assisting his father in directing the Evant School band at Friday's homecoming game.

Patrick Pantleo started the band program at Eyant two years ago. 0U3XitM3T (a Coryell Community c)wc) 'Waiter Vat Davidson, Pastors 1 1 210 S. Hwy. 36, Gatesville 865-8941 wwwjcory.