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THE TEXIANThe Official Publication of The Sons of the Republic of Texas
VOL IV NUMBER 2 APRIL 2011
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S MESSAGE
Sam F. Clark, KSJContact us at:SRT Office: www.srttexas.org Email: [email protected] Eighth Street, Bay City, TX 77414Phone: (979) 245-6644 Fax: (979) 244-3819
1717 Eighth StreetBay City, TX 77414
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
The SRT is on the move in this175th Anniversary year. Our chaptersare gaining momentum, bringing inmore members, and are beinginvolved in activities not only intheir communities but in other partsof the state as well.
We have noticed the people ofTexas are quite conscious of theirstate history this year, particularlyduring the 175th Anniversary
WHAT’S INSIDE89th Annual Meeting .................... 1, 3
President General’s Message ... 1-2
Janet’s Korner .............................. 2
Dr. Dimmick Honorary Member . 3
89th Annual Meeting Pictures ... 4-5
In and Around Texas .... 6-7, 16-17
activities. We saw larger crowds atthe Alamo March 6th and at SanJacinto April 21st.
If you missed attending the 89th
Annual SRT Meeting you missed agood one for sure. I was thinking itwould be hard to beat our TylerMeeting last year. It was equally asgood. We want to thank the AnnualMeeting Committee for a job welldone.
On Saturday night during theAnnual Meeting, the highest honorattainable within The Sons of the
Republic of Texas, “Knight of theOrder of San Jacinto,” wasbestowed upon the Honorable JerryE. Patterson.
It was great to see Patrick B.Nolan, Ph. D., Gregg J. Dimmick,M.D. and James P. Bevill added toour Honorary Members List.
The flags are flying in the LoneStar Historical Park in Conroe. Thecity has worked for over five yearsin designing, constructing and thendedicating the park during the 175th
anniversary of the Battle of San
2011 ANNUAL MEETINGJune 3-4, Huntsville – Holiday Inn Express, 148 S. Interstate 45, Huntsville, (936) 295-4300; May
15, 2011, 3 PM cut-off; Rate: single/double $90 + tax, ask for the SRT block
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April 1-3, 2011, marked the 89th Annual Meeting of The Sons of the Republic of Texas, held at the historicTremont House in Galveston. The host chapter, Sydney Sherman Chapter #2, was assisted by the San JacintoChapter #1 and Sam Houston Chapter #38. Special thanks to two DRT chapters for their sales tables: SydneySherman Chapter #1, Galveston, and San Jacinto Chapter #2, Houston. Also, thanks to the SRT San JacintoChapter #1, Houston, Ephraim M. Daggett Chapter #36, Ft. Worth and Lone Star Chapter #58, Conroe, for theirsales tables. Later on Friday afternoon, the Hospitality Committee kicked off the weekend with great food, drinkand fellowship.
Saturday morning activities included the Executive Committee meeting and Knights of the Order of San Jacintomeeting, followed by the Summerfield G. Roberts Award luncheon. City of Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski, thirdgeneration attorney and grandson of Watergate Special Prosecutor Leon Jaworski, welcomed SRT members andguests to Galveston; he made a special presentation to 50-year member Joe G. Ginn, KSJ, a native Galvestonianwho was “Born on the Island,” declaring April 2, 2011, as Joseph George Ginn Day in Galveston. Other awardsincluded the Three-Legged Willie Chapter Archives Award; winners were, by ascending chapter size Lone StarChapter #58, Conroe; Piney Woods Chapter #52, Tyler; and San Jacinto Chapter #1, Houston. The William GordanBachman Award for the largest percent membership gain was presented to the Lone Star Chapter #58, Conroe. Ron
Historical Flag Park ................. 8-9
Come to Huntsville .............. 10-11
San Jacinto Day .................... 12-13
Yellow Rose Ball .................. 14-15
New Members ...................... 18-19
Calendar of Events .................... 20
Calendar of Events
2011 Executive Committee MeetingsJune 3-4 Huntsville – Holiday Inn Express, 148 S. Interstate 45,
Huntsville, (936) 295-4300; May 15, 2011, 3 PM cut-off;Rate: single/double $90 + tax, ask for the SRT block
Sept. 9-10 San Antonio – Drury Inn San Antonio near La Cantera,15806 IH-10 West, San Antonio, (210) 696-0800, (ask forSRT block LTI Group Number: 2101759)
Dec. 2-3 Victoria – Hampton Inn, 7006 N. Navarro St., Victoria,TX 77904, (361) 573-9911; (ask for group code “SON”;Room rate $99 + tax)
2011 SRT EventsMarch 2 Texas Independence DayMarch 6 Fall of the AlamoMarch 27 Goliad MassacreApril 21 San Jacinto DaySeptember 17 Texian Navy Day on the Battleship TexasOctober 2 Battle of GonzalesNovember 3 Stephen F. Austin’s Birthday (Father of Texas)
2012 Annual MeetingMarch 23-25 Y.O. Ranch Resort Hotel & Conference Center,
2033 Sidney Baker (Highway 16), Kerrville, TXToll-Free: 1-877-YO RESORT (1-877-967-3767)
89th ANNUAL MEETING IN GALVESTON
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NEW SRT MEMBERS
Name Chapter Ancestor Hometown
JANET’S KornerBy: Janet Knox
Administrative Assistantemail: [email protected]
1717 Eighth StreetBay City, Texas 77414
(979) 245-6644
• The next Quarterly meeting will be June 3-4, 2011 inHuntsville at the Holiday Inn Express; (936) 295-4300;May 15th is the cut-off date; Rate: single/double $90+ tax,ask for the SRT Block.
• If you have not paid $10 for your 2011 copy of the Texian,remember to view this and any other issue on line at:www.srttexas.org
• Those members that have not paid their 2011 dues are nowconsidered delinquent and must pay a $50 reinstatement feeplus the $40 dues fee.
• 2010 Yearbooks are available for $20, which includes CD,binder and dividers.
• Remember: All active duty personnel, your dues are waived.Please notify SRT office by email, postal service ortelephone.
• Please note that any applicants for membership in the SRTmust have 3 signatures of recommending SRT members. Itis not necessary if the applicant lives out of state, but everyapplicant should affiliate with a chapter. This does notmean that they will have to attend meetings. Applicationmust be typed and notarized.
• The Texian is YOUR newsletter. I need YOUR help witharticles and pictures. If your chapter has or will becelebrating any events for the 175th Anniversary this year orany other events PLEASE email me at: [email protected] will be putting the July issue together for publication, deadlineis June 24th.
Jacinto. An outstanding display of thirteen Texas Historical Flags can be seen on the east side of IH 45 as youpass through Conroe. Go have a look.
The Yellow Rose Ball on April 19th was a success. Everyone had a great time. We are especially thankful tothe Chapters that teamed up to help make this a very special occasion, allowing all to be together in celebrationof the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto.
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S MESSAGE
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE2011 - 2012
Right to left bottom row;David Stone; Tom Houston; Sam F. Clark, KSJ; DavidHanover; and Janet Knox.
Right to left back row:Robert Kendall, KSJ; Randy Pollard; L. VaughnOliver, KSJ and Edward A. Heath (not shown BobSteakley)
Right to left Front row:Ken Pfeiffer; Duane Blair; and Joe Pyle.
Right to left Back row:John Homman; John Knox and Stan Stokes. (notshown Bob Steakley)
DISTRICT REPRESENTIVES2011 - 2012
Dal Teer Hardy III 19 Samuel McClarty Alexandria, VA
Dal Teer Hardy III 19 John Pinkney McClarty Alexandria, VA
David Benjamin Hardy 19 Samuel McClarty Alexandria, VA
David Benjamin Hardy 19 John Pinkney McClarty Alexandria, VA
Gary Wayne McClinton 19 Edley Ewing Nacogdoches, TX
Stacy Ray Rusk 26 Thomas Jefferson Rusk Amarillo, TX
William Roy Sheppard 29 Edward R Bradley Gonzales, TX
David Preston Crockett 35 Robert Bell Crockett Bay City, TX
David Preston Crockett 35 David Stern Crockett II Bay City, TX
Robert Lyndell Cox 36 William Webb Chico, TX
Vol Stephen Davis III 40 Brinckley Davis New York, NY
Kennedy Sean Huizar 40 Gregorio Esparza Pleasanton, TX
Kenneth Wayne Huizar 40 Gregorio Esparza Pleasanton, TX
David Russell Kuykendall 40 Capt.Abner Kuykendall Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
Jose Narciso Lopez 40 Jose Franciso Ruis Bulverde, TX
Andres Rivera Luna 40 Carlos Chacon Seguin, TX
John Anthony Meehan 40 Dillard Cooper San Antonio, TX
Oliver Russell Stipp 40 Elijah Clemens Hinde San Antonio, TX
Eilbert Richard Weitzel II 40 Dilue Rose Harris San Antonio, TX
Gilbert John Wilbeck Jr 40 Dilue Rose Harris Angleton, TX
Steven Lance Clack 48 Hiel Orton Campbell Kerrville, TX
Hugh Lynn Speer 52 Thomas Jefferson Jordon Flint, TX
Richard Rudolph Miller 55 Fredrick Haro Miller Wortham, TX
Doyce Ray Flake 56 Peter Demoss Tyler, TX
Warren Lee Poston 57 Reuben Bennington Forney, TX
Ronald Allen Jernigan 58 William Jordan Houston, TX
Gregory Duane Laake 58 Lorenzo De Zavala Spring, TX
Troy Edward Lamp 58 William Rainey McAdams Jasper, TX
cont. from pg. 1
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IN AND AROUND TEXASNEW SRT MEMBERS
Name Chapter Ancestor HometownAlbert Ira Pearson Col. Francisco Antonio Ruiz Brady, TX
Frank Leroy Vetters Cornelius H. Vanderveer Muscle Shoals, AL
Charles Michael Worthington Peter Tipps Henderson, TX
George Bass Hazlewood 1 Gardner Wilbanks Katy, TX
Jordan Lindsay Scott 1 Capt. Abner Kuykendall New York, NY
Thomas Nathaniel Scott 1 Capt. Abner Kuykendall League, TX
Lawson Wells Jessee 7 Thomas Jefferson Rusk San Antonio, TX
Matthew Thomas Kilpatrick Koehler 7 John G Berry San Antonio, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Harriet Stone Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Elizabeth Barker Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Samuel John Smith Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 William M. Banta Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 John William Smith Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Issac William Banta Lubbock, TX
Blake Sutherland Baxter 12 Samuel Crawford Aduston Rogers Golden, TX
Ryan Marshall Baxter 12 Samuel Crawford Aduston Rogers Golden, CO
Reynaldo Herrera 12 Jose Policarpio Rodriguez Austin, TX
Bruce Alan Perryman 12 Marshall Crawford Waco, TX
Bruce Alan Perryman 12 John Deaton Waco, TX
Ronald Dale Smith 12 Stephen Hendrickson Everitt Lago Vista, TX
Dr. John Yerby Tarlton 12 John Burleson Round Rock, TX
Rodney Keith van Oudekerke 12 Daniel Kutch San Marcos, TX
Daniel Jack Wire 12 Sarah Watson Austin, TX
Charles Martin Yates 12 Martha Bridges Dripping Springs, TX
Willard Andrew Adams 14 Daniel Boone Gurerrant Houston, TX
Blair Len Fannin 14 George Washington Lang Bryan, TX
George Marshall Peters 14 Samuel Bigham New York, NY
Marshall Bookman Peters 14 Samuel Bigham Bryan, TX
Rogers Huck Meredith 16 Henry Joeph Huck Meeker, CO
Brown, V. Kem Isaacks, Ken Pfeiffer and David Martin received special recognition by being named to the PresidentGeneral’s List. Ronald Schroeder won the Educator of the Year Award, and author David McDonald won theprestigious Summerfield G. Roberts Award for his book José Antonio NAVARRO: In Search of the AmericanDream in Nineteenth-Century Texas.
After lunch, the annual members’ meeting convened for business, including the election of officers for theterm 2011-12. The San Jacinto Chapter #1, Houston, claimed the “Come and Take It” trophy for having the mostmembers present for the meeting.
Galveston meteorologist Isaac Cline, portrayed by Bob Heinonen, paid a special visit to the evening awardsbanquet, recounting the Great Storm of 1900. After dinner, the District Representative of the Year was presented toRobert Schuhmann. Honorary memberships were presented to James P. Bevill and Patrick B. Nolan, Ph.D. GreggJ. Dimmick, M.D., received his Honorary membership in January at a special meeting. The Distinguished ServiceAward was presented to Executive Committeemen Edward A. Heath. After installation of the Executive Committeeand District Representatives, the evening closed with the investiture of the Honorable Jerry E. Patterson as aKnight of the Order of San Jacinto, the highest honor attainable within The Sons of the Republic of Texas, a markof honor originated and established by General Sam Houston in 1843. Congratulations to all of the award winnersfor their tireless efforts to promote Texas history and The Sons of the Republic of Texas.
Mark your calendars now for March 23-25, 2012, for the 90th Annual Meeting at the Y.O. Ranch Resort andConference Center in Kerrville. Make your reservations early!
89th ANNUAL MEETING IN GALVESTON cont. from pg. 1
FORMAL INDUCTION OF DR. GREGG DIMMICK AS HONORARY MEMBERSince a prior commitment would prevent Dr. Gregg Dimmick from
attending the Annual Meeting in Galveston on April 2nd, PresidentGeneral Sam Clark Jr. graciously agreed to induct Dr. Dimmick at theStephen F. Austin Chapter meeting in historic West Columbia on theevening of January 6th. Our chapter was honored to have the PresidentGeneral and San Jacinto Chapter members Ron Brown, Clay Fisher,Tom Green, KSJ, Dale Williamson, and forty guests present for theinduction.
After a steak dinner and chapter business were completed, PresidentGeneral Clark recognized Dr. Dimmick’s contributions anddistinguished service to the preservation of Texas History and formallyinducted him as an Honorary Member and presented him with hiscertificate. Dr. Dimmick then presented a very interesting program forthe meeting about the “Artillery of the Alamo”. The meeting closedwith a benediction.
Kermit Kyle Bates 19 Kilgore, TXJoe Trendle Mullins Jr. Lampasas, TXVal Henry Sharp, Jr. 20 San Augustine, TXSam Bryan Burk, Jr. 12 Houston, TXEdward James Westmoreland 1 Houston, TXGeorge Joe Winn III 40 San Antonio, TX
Name Chapter HometownIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn Memoriam
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IN AND AROUND TEXAS
The Alamo Chapter of The Sons of The Republic of Texas participated in the Pilgrimage to the Alamo on
March 11th, 2011. The Pilgrimage to the Alamo, is an event that pays homage to the Alamo heroes and has been
held annually by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas since 1925.
Monday afternoon a few hundred people were waiting in front of the Alamo as the names of the Alamo
heroes, along with their birthplace, were called out.
The procession, which formed several blocks away, began making its way toward the Alamo. The DRT &
SRT along with dozens of historic, civic, military and school groups formed the slow and somber line as it
entered the plaza from the south. All of Fiesta’s dignitaries were there. One by one, members of each organiza-
tion laid a wreath on the lawn in front of the Alamo. All you could hear were the names being called.
After the wreaths were placed, and the pledge of allegiance to the
United States and Texas were recited a short program honored those
who died at this place 175 years ago.
“Right here on this hallowed ground, the legacy and heritage of
Texas, and indeed of our nation can be felt in the soil, the air and in
the hearts of the people of this great state,”. “The spirit of the men
who believed in something bigger than themselves, and who fought
and who bravely died here to attain it, endures here forever.”
PILGRIMAGE TO THE ALAMO MARCH 11TH
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S LIST
Ron Brown President ofSan Jacinto Chapter #1
David Martin Past President ofLone Star Chapter #58
Ken Pfeiffer District Representativeof Heart of Texas and President
of Alamo Chapter #40
EDUCATOR OFTHE YEAR
Ronald Schroeder
KSJ 2011
Kem Isacks Past President ofSan Houston Chapter #38
HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
James P. Bevill Patrick B. Nolan, Ph.D.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICEAWARD WINNER
Edward A. Heath and P.G. Sam F. Clark, KSJ
BACHMANAWARD
John Meredith, President of theLone Star Chapter #58 and
P.G. Sam F. Clark, KSJ
Photos courtesy of Gary L. Evans
175 YEAR CELEBRATION
Pictured with L. Vaughn Oliver, KSJ is a fine collection ofDRT ladies from Stephenville and Breckenridge. Mrs. JudyWolf, Breckenridge, made the request for SRT representationat the “Texas Celebrating 175 Years” at the BreckenridgeFine Arts Center on March 10, 2011. The display proudlyshows Texas for the past 175 years. Many points ofBreckenridge are highlighted.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
IN AND AROUND TEXAS
Picture taken in front of the Stephen F. Austin Oak Treeplanted at the Commissioners Court in New Braunfels, Texas.
Steve Stapleton of New Braunfels and a member of the Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels Chapter #50 of the Sons
of the Republic of Texas was honored recently by the Star of the Republic Museum. Steve received a Certificate
of Appreciation and the local chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas received a donation from the Washing-
ton-on-the-Brazos State Park Association in recognition of the many hours he contributed to the Adopt-a-Signer
Project sponsored by the Museum.
Mr. Stapleton and 42 other volunteers from 21 organizations spent the last year researching the lineage of the 59
delegates who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence. Stapleton researched the lineage of General Sam
Houston who defeated Santa Anna at the battle of San Jacinto and was also the first president of the Republic of
Texas. The results of their work can be seen on the Museum’s website at www.starmuseum.org.
In addition to documenting the lineage of these men, another goal of the project was to find the living descendants
of the “Signers”. Using the names and contact information provided by the researches, the Museum sent out over
1700 emails and postcards to descendants, inviting them to be recognized at the 175th Anniversary Celebration of
Texas’ Independence at Washington-on–the-Brazos on Feb-
ruary 27th. To date, nearly 1200 have responded that they
will attend. RSVPs have been received from across the na-
tion. The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison, descendant of
Charles Taylor, spoke after a Roll Call of the Signers Names,
with a response of “here” from each Signer’s descendants.
Certificate of Appreciation for Steve Stapleton (seated)
member of Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels Chapter #50,
Sons of the Republic of Texas. Mr. Stapleton worked on the
lineage of Sam Houston for Star of the Republic Museum.
Presented to Mr. Stapleton by Darryl Coons, Treasurer
of Chapter #50, Sons of the Republic of Texas.
DAWN AT THE ALAMO!
March 6, 2011, pre-dawn at the AlamoWreaths of remembrance DRT President General Patti Atkins
and SRT President General Sam F.
Clark, KSJ
In a pre-dawn ceremony on March 6, 2011, Alamo Plaza was alive with a somber remembrance of the 175th
anniversary of the historic battle of March 6, 1836. Mexican and Texian soldiers from the San Antonio Living
History Association presented ceremonial musket volleys, while the story of the infamous day in Texas history
was told to a crowd of hundreds of onlookers. Members of the William Barret Travis Chapter #7 and Alamo
Chapter #40 were out in force, as were many other SRT chapters from around the state. The early morning
ceremony ended with a toast to Remember the Alamo!, followed by a breakfast at the Menger Hotel. The breakfast
was sponsored by the San Antonio Living History Association and Alamo Chapter #40.
50 year member Joe Ginn, KSJ and Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski
Jerry E. Patterson, KSJ
NEW KSJ
50 YEAR MEMBER
SUMMERFIELD G. ROBERTSAWARD WINNER
David McDonald was the winner for his bookJosé Antonio NAVARRO: In Search of theAmerican Dream in Nineteenth-Century Texas.Award Presented by 1st Vice President DavidHanover.
Photos courtesy of Gary L. Evans
SUBMITTING ARTICLES TO THE “TEXIAN”The Editor welcomes all submissions of news articles and pictures for the Texian. Please submit all electronicdata within the following guidelines:
• Text should be in Word document format and articles may be edited according to space.
• Photos must be submitted as a separate attachment in .jpg, .eps, or .tif format. Please limit the number
of photos submitted per article.
• Identify each photo with specific name(s). Photo files must be named appropriately, i.e. “Executive
Committee.jpg”. (Include names from left to right of subjects in photo(s) for caption)
CHAPTER ARCHIVESAWARD
San Jacinto #1, Piney Woods Chapter #52and Lone Star Chapter #58
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IN AND AROUND TEXAS
SAN JACINTO DAY FESTIVAL & BATTLE REENACTMENT ON APRIL 16Booming cannons, cracking musket fire, thundering hooves and battle cries resounded across the San Jacinto
Battleground on Saturday, April 16, as hundreds of history reenactors recreated the events leading up to Texaswinning her independence at the decisive Battle of San Jacinto. This year’s reenactment had even moresignificance, celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Texas Independence.
The daylong celebration at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site included music, entertainment,food, games and fun set amidst living history. The battle re-enactment, which is the most popular event of theday, began at 3 p.m. Re-enactors dramatized the decisive battle where General Sam Houston led his Texiansoldiers to victory over the Mexican Army, eventually leading to almost one million square miles of Mexicanterritory becoming a part of the United States. The re-enactors interpreted the Runaway Scrape (Texians fleeingfrom the advancing forces of Santa Anna), the march of the Texas Army from Gonzales to San Jacinto, thecannon duel, and the final battle between the two forces.
General Sam Houston IV, Commander of the Texas Army, with PineyWoods Chapter #52 members Stan Stokes, left, and Steve Stokes
TEXAS HISTORY COMES ALIVEAT EAST TEXAS SCHOOLS IN MARCH
(L-R, standing) Lonnie Smith and Piney WoodsChapter member David Hanover present “Heroesof Texas” to six 4th grade classes at Andy WoodsElementary School, Tyler
What better way to celebrate Texas History Month and the 175th anniversary of Texas independence than bytaking the people and events of the Republic of Texas into theclassroom? SRT members from the Edward Clark Chapter #18,Marshall, and Piney Woods Chapter #52, Tyler, assisted localDRT chapters with classroom presentations at area schools inMarch. Spring Hill School, Longview, invited the John TilleyEdwards Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT), toset up displays and talks for 4th, 5th and 6th graders in the schoolgym. The DRT Charles G. Davenport Chapter, Tyler, sponsored4th grade presentations consisting of a pioneer kitchen, pioneertoys, children of the Alamo, a traveling trunk, heroes of Texasand live Texas music at Andy Woods Elementary School in Tyleron March 17; each 4th grade classroom rotated through the sixdifferent presentations. SRT members David Hanover, BarneyHilburn and L.D. McWilliams assisted the DRT chapters.
PINEY WOODS CHAPTER #52, TYLER, RECOGNIZES
21 CHEROKEE DISTRICT EAGLE SCOUTS
At the recent Cherokee District B.S.A. Annual Banquet, Immediate Past Chapter President Charles Luna presented
21 Eagle Scout Certificates of Recognition, on behalf of the Piney Woods Chapter of The Sons of the Republic of
Texas to the 2010 Class of Eagle Scouts in the Cherokee District B.S.A. (Henderson, Kaufman and Van Zandt
Counties). An attentive audience of over 100 parents, adult Scout leaders and Scouts were present at the district’s
Annual Banquet. Past President Luna apprised the group of The Sons of the Republic of Texas’ efforts to preserve
the heritage and history of Texas and to remember the valiant men and women who risked life and fortune to give
current citizens and future generations our beloved State, Texas. The banquet was held at the First United Methodist
Church, Canton, Texas.
Pictured with Piney Woods Chapter Past President Luna (L-R) Eagle Scouts Samuel
Goode, Troop 343, Clark Watters, Troop 378, Nathan Moonshower, Troop 339, Donald
Kresnik, Troop 339, Graham Breeden, Troop 390 and Byron Conn, Troop 390
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HISTORY COMES ALIVETRUETT CEMETERY, On Saturday, December 4, 2010 the Runnels County Historical Commission held a
headstone dedication ceremony at the Truett Cemetery, in Winters, for Corp. Martin Baty Cochran Sr., a Confederatesoldier born in the Mexican province of Texas, and certified as a “First Texas Family” by the Texas State GenealogySociety. Also certified as a “Citizen Of The Republic of Texas” by the Sons of the Republic of Texas.
Terry Lee Cochran, Martin’s great great grandson, was present at the ceremony along with his wife Geneva; son,Steven and granddaughter, Isabella. This SRT dedication is where the history of Texas came alive, with thereadings and remembrances of the Runnels County Historical Commission. Ruth Cooper, chair of the RCHC ledthe prayer. The ceremony also featured the history of Runnels City and the Truett community. Randall Conner, aSon of the Republic of Texas attended the dedication ceremony along with members of the Daughters of theConfederacy; Odessa, Texas Chapter.
Terry Lee Cochran, an SRT member, read the biography of his great great grandparent. The Cochran family wasthere when the Mexican province of Texas became the Republic of Texas, in 1836, and Martin was laid to rest inthe same land where he grew up, enlisted and fought.
In 1862, Martin enlisted in the Confederate Army with the 31st Texas Calvary. This unit was also known as theTexas 1st Calvary Regiment, Arizona Brigade. After the Civil War ended, Martin, his wife Isabella ElizabethsonWest, a Country Doctor, and his children moved to Wimberley, Hays City, Texas. He lived there until her death onOct 25, 1904, and then he moved to Runnels City, Texas to live with his son, Levi Newton Cochran and his wife,Maggie Brown.
Martin died at the age of 75, on March 9, 1907, in Truett, Runnels County, Texas,he was buried in the Truett cemetery, near Winters, Texas. He will be rememberedas a “Citizen of Texas”, and as a son of the Confederacy having fought for his Stateduring the Civil War.
The Cochrans were a founding family of Texas having arrived in 1831. In“Glimpses of Newton County” it states that Martin’s father Joseph Sidney Cochran,his brothers Henry and Nathaniel with their families were early Newton Countysettlers. Martins grandfather was Col. Samuel S. Lewis a hero of the War of 1812,an early settler of the Republic of Texas.by Terry Lee Cochran
TEXAS! THE EXHIBITION
AT THE HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE
Exhibit Includes Rare, Exquisite Pieces of Early Texas Money
Spanish Kings, financiers, revolutionaries, soldiers: Texas has a financial history that reaches back to theearliest days of Spanish exploration. Explore the role that money played in the founding of, and ultimate loss ofsovereignty by, the Republic of Texas. From the first appearance of the lone star symbol on a coin in 1817, tothe methods used to finance the Texas Revolution, hundreds of original pieces of early Texas money have beenbrought together by a group of private and university collections to showcase this unique perspective of Texashistory. These pieces trace the economic, political, and social history of Texas from the colonial period through
its annexation by the U.S. in 1846. This unique perspective throughnumismatics has been intricately woven into a diverse collection ofcultural and military artifacts to showcase Texas’ rich and turbulent historyin the special exhibit Texas! The Exhibition at the Houston Museum ofNatural Science.
James P. Bevill, an honorary member of The Sons of the Republic ofTexas, served as consulting curator of the numismatic portion of the Texas!exhibition. Texas! The Exhibition will be on display at the HoustonMuseum of Natural Science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive, throughSeptember 5, 2011. Tickets may be purchased at the museum box office oronline at www.hmns.org.
John N. Rowe and Jim Bevill, foreground,review a case of rare Republic of Texascurrency issued from Houston in 1837-1839
The Yellow Rose Ball was held on April 19, 2011 at the Rice Lofts in Houston Texas. The Rice Lofts is the newlyremodeled Rice Hotel where Sam Houston established the Capital of the new Republic of Texas in 1837.
The first Congress of the Republic of Texas convened in October 1836 at Columbia (now West Columbia).Stephen F. Austin, known as the Father of Texas, died December 27, 1836, after serving two months as Secretaryof State for the new Republic.
In 1836, five sites served as temporary capitols of Texas (Washington-on-the-Brazos, Harrisburg, Galveston,Velasco and Columbia), before president Sam Houston moved the capitol to Houston in 1837. The capitol wasmoved to the new town of Austin in 1839 by the next president, Mirabeau B. Lamar.
The Ball was attended by more than 132 people including the President General, Sir Knight Sam Clark and hiswife. Also attending was Past President General of the SRT Sir Knight Charles Briggs and his wife Mary KathrynBriggs. Mary Kathryn is also the Past President General of the DRT and has been recognized as a recipient of theYellow Rose of Texas Award as presented the Governor of the State of Texas.
The Yellow Rose Ball committee was comprised of members of the SRT including Lewis Chandler, Joe Davidson,Tom Green, Tom Houston, David Mahavier, Doak McBryde, Wendell Robbins, Denton Bryant, Dale Williamson,Dodd Eastham, Will Haddock, Robert Kendall, David Martin, Curt Osborne, and Randy Pollard.
The art work on the Pre-announcement and on the Program was contributed by Mr. David Mahavier and Mr.Dave Martin.
We are appreciative of the contributions by the Knights of Dixie Orchestra, Mr. K. R. Woods, Mr. Joe Rosser,and the Lancaster Hotel/The Lusk Family. We also appreciate the loaning of the large Texas Flag by Mr. Joe Parishof Capitol Flag Company.
The Colors were posted by the Buffalo Soldiers Color Guard.Mr. Tom Houston led the Invocation, Mr. John Meredith and Mr. Dennis Giuffré led the Pledges to the Flags, and
Mr. Dennis Giuffré led us all in a rousing rendition of Texas, Our Texas.Mr. Randy Pollard gave the welcoming address and the Toasts were performed by Mr. Charles Briggs, KSJ, Ms.
Eron Brimberry Tynes, and Mr. Tom Green, KSJ.Mr. K. R. Woods entertained the USS Texas (SSN-775) men out on the balcony, and Mr. Joe Rosser entertained
the arriving guests at the top of the Stairwell. The opening announcement was given, the Battle Report was readby Sir Knight Sam Clark, the Toasts made to the participants of the San Jacinto Campaign, and then the YellowRose Ball commenced by the Knights of Dixie Orchestra.
There were also remarks by the Deputy Director of Naval Operations, Captain James Gray. Mr. Curt Osborneserved as chauffeur to the Sailors of the USS Texas (SSN-775). The Sailor of the Year ( Brian Curran), the JuniorSailor of the Year, ( Roy Kalblinger and his wife, Jessica) and the Captain’s representative, Lt. Randal Jagoe.
Everyone had a good time, and everyone is looking forward to next Yellow Rose Ball.I wish them good luck.
Ronald W Brown.2011 President of the San Jacinto Chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas.
YELLOW ROSE BALL
Photos courtesy of Doak McBryde
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SRT HELPS THE GRAND OPENING OF THELONE STAR MONUMENT AND HISTORICAL FLAG PARK
On April 21, 2010 at 5:30 pm, a crowd of over 700 people were on hand to celebrate the Unveiling and Dedicationceremonies for the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park, located next to the Central Library in Conroe. The park features 13 of the flags that flew over Texas Between 1821 and 1839, which was the time period beforeTexas gained its independence from Mexico. A bust of Dr. Charles B. Stewart, designer of the Lone Star Flag ofTexas stands at the entrance to the park and a beautiful 7’ tall statue of the “Texian” bearing the Texas Flag wasunveiled.
SRT members from all over the state attended the opening, which was also attended by Clint Black, MartyStuart, Sam Houston IV, and Rep. Kevin Brady to name a few. A spectacular fly over was performed just beforethe flags began raising . The “Lone star volunteers” cannon crew of Fred Mead, Kameron Searle, Tom Houston,John Homman, and Charles Fogarty fired the famous Rolling Thunder cannon each time one of the thirteen flagsreached the peak of its pole. The Texas Army commanded by Col. John Martin fired a volley immediately aftereach cannon shot.
The events began with the National Anthem by the Conroe Symphony Orchestra, Director Sal Jeminez. VictoriaHightower, Miss Conroe, led the Pledge of Allegiance. The invocation was given by Mark Woodward. WebbMelder, Mayor of Conroe welcomed the crowd and presented greetings from state officials, including a citationfrom Governor Rick Perry. Mayor Welder introduced the City Council members. Congressman Kevin Brady andJudge Alan B. Sadler brought remarks. “This is a great honor for Conroe, all of Montgomery County and the stateof Texas”, said Montgomery County Judge Alan B. Sadler. The Color guards accompanying the processionalwere from the Conroe Police Department, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of PublicSafety, Conroe Fire Department, Willis Fire Department, Montgomery Police Department and Montgomery CountyConstable Precincts - 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Larry Galla.
Our own David Martin, Tom Greene KSJ, and John Meredith were among the Honoree’s escorting the flags, aswere many of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, local heroes, and dignitaries. Pat Spackey, direct descendantof Charles B. Stewart was escorted by boy scouts to the entrance of the park where she unveiled the bust of CharlesB. Stewart, created by Craig Campobella. Spackey serves as President of the Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis chapter,The Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Flag raisers also included many of the SRT members from PresidentGeneral Sam Clark, KSJ, and Sam Houston IV, KSJ. David Hanover, Rusty McLaughlin, and Ron Brown werealso present.
The lights were lit on the flags as the Singing Stars, 4th grade students from Montgomery Elementary School,and Director Connie Shiflet, sang the State Song of Texas “Texas, Our Texas”. Dean Bass of the Spirit of TexasBank and main sponsor for the evening led the Pledge to the Texas Flag and after a short break introduced Gary P.Nunn who gave a free concert. Dean and the Spirit of Texas Bank have been particularly kind to the Sons with hisdonations over the years.
“This was one of the highest events the Lone Star Chapter has been involved in and we are so honored to see itcome to pass” said John Meredith, President of the Lone Star Chapter. “For over 5 years, our past ChapterPresidents and boards have worked as hard as possible to make this happen. It is truly a much honored eventwhich gives the Sons lots of exposure. I am so proud of our members and of Conroe for making these eventshappen”.
For all information on the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park, visit www.texasflagpark.org
Rolling Thunder belches a ball of fire President General Sam Clark, KSJ speaks to the crowd
During a public reading of one of the proclamations, Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen noted “A lot of peoplehave moved to the state and while they may visit the Alamo, they may not understand the history of that event.Texas Independence Day is part of the history of the state that people are encouraged to read about andappreciate as they go about their daily lives.”
Among cities issuing proclamations of the 175th anniversary of Texas Independence included:
Cities of: Bellaire, Dallas, Houston, Missouri City ,Kilgore, Grandberry, Bryan, Carthage , Athens, San Felipeand Galveston.
IN AND AROUND TEXAS
PROCLAMATIONS
PHOTOS FROM2011 SAN JACINTO DAY
Photos courtesy of Doak McBryde
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Sam Houston IV addresses the Crowd
Many of the 13 Flags on Display
Texas Army Fires a Volley
Sam Houston IV and Clint Black sharea laugh with Sam Clark, Jr. looking on
Fly over
David Martin and Rusty McLaughlinstand beside the bust of Charles Stewart
The “Texian” stands tall at the center of the park
2011 SAN JACINTO DAY CEREMONY
Mark White - Sam Houston IV
The official State of Texas ceremony commemorating the 175thAnniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto was held on April 21 at theSan Jacinto Monument. Ron Stone, Jr. was Master of Ceremonies.More than 600 persons attended.
Former Texas Governor Mark White gave the Principal Address.Gov. White spoke at the Sesquicentennial ceremony in 1986. TheSRT presented awards to Essay Contest winners and the DRTrecognized their scholarship recipients.
Ron Brown, President of the San Jacinto Chapter, presented awardsto the Sailor of the Year and Junior Sailor of the Year from the USSTexas (SSN-775), the nuclear submarine commissioned in 2006.
Following the laying of a memorial wreath, The Texas Armycommanded by Sam Houston IV, KSJ, fired the traditional musketsalute.
A highlight of the event was the presence of the Sam HoustonState University Bearkat Marching Band which provided Texas-themed and patriotic music. It was a great day to be a Texan!Photo courtesy of Doak McBryde
The Sons of the Republic of Texas were extremely proud to participate in the year Ceremony at the SanJacinto Battleground. This is the 175th Anniversary of the Battle which assured Texas of Independence. Mr.Sam Clark, KSJ, and Mr. Denton Bryant, awarded the Texas History Scholarships to Monica Giuffré, JonathanPollard, and Kristina Olglesbee.
Mr. Sam Houston IV gave an announcement to the attendees, Mr. Ron Stone, Jr. was the Master of Ceremo-nies and Governor Mark White was the key note speaker.
The Sailor of the Year and Junior Sailor of the year awards were given to Brian Curran and Roy Kalblingerfrom the USS Texas (SSN-775), representing the Captain was Lt, Randall Jagoe, who gave a brief thank you tothe committee. An announcement was also given by Captain Jim Gray who is the Deputy Director of NavalOperations.
The Daughter of the Republic of Texas, Ms. Patty Adkins awarded their scholarship to Eron Brimberry Tynes.The Texas Army fired the Salutes and the ceremony was a complete success.
2011 SAN JACINTO DAY
To My Fellow Texans:Because of our mutual passion and commitment to preserving Texas’ rich history, I wanted to share a speech
with your organization on a topic that is very dear to my heart.I recently had the privilege to deliver the keynote address at the Washington-on-the-Brazos’ 175th anniversary
celebration of the Texas Declaration of Independence. It was truly a special occasion that brought together thedescendents of almost all the 59 signers and thousands of proud Texans to commemorate one of the most piv-otal events in Texas’ long legacy of freedom and patriotism.
My great-great-grandfather, Charles S. Taylor, was willing to sign the document that declared Texas free fromMexico, and I am humbled to occupy the Senate seat from Texas that was first held by another signer, ThomasJ. Rusk.
While preparing for the speech and participating in the celebration, I was inspired by the bravery of myancestors and all of our forefathers in their fight for independence. It is so important that every generation ofTexans remember the patriots of the Texas Revolution whose sacrifices laid the foundation for the freedom weenjoy today.
I hope these remarks will be helpful to your organization in your efforts to honor and remember the history ofour great state.God Bless Texas,Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison
SPEECH FROM SENATOR KAY BAILEY HUTCHINSON
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COME TO HUNTSVILLE FOR JUNE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMEETING AND TOUR OF SAM HOUSTON MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Make hotel reservations now with Holiday Inn Express and register online with SRT to attend the June 3-4,2011, Executive Committee meeting. Holiday Inn Express is located at 148 S. Interstate 45, Huntsville, and thecut-off date for the special SRT rate of $90 plus tax is May 15, 2011; please ask for the SRT block. All membersare welcome and encouraged to attend the Executive Committee (EC) meeting at 8:30 AM on Saturday morning,but only EC members may vote. The Saturday EC meeting will be in the auditorium of the Walker EducationCenter, 1400 19th St., Huntsville, on the grounds of Sam Houston Memorial Museum, near the intersection of 19th
St. and Sam Houston Ave (Old Hwy. 75). From Holiday Inn Express, exit the rear parking lot of the hotel ontoNormal Park Dr.; turn right/south and travel to 19th St., then turn left/east and travel to 1400 19th St., a total distanceof less than one mile. Following a light lunch on site (please RSVP for headcount), you will have the opportunityto tour the Sam Houston Memorial Museum with SRT Honorary member and Museum Director Dr. Patrick Nolan.The group can then proceed to Oakwood Cemetery to visit the Sam Houston gravesite. Hotel reservation informationis included on the last page of this issue, and EC registration will be available online.
Can You Identify This Place and These People?(Location and captions will be provided in the next issue of The Texian!)
HINT: Come to Huntsville for the June Executive Committee meeting!
TEXIAN NAVY ENLISTED MAN ENOCH MARTINBy: SRT Texas Navy Committee
Photo courtesy of Karen Tanner, great-great granddaughter of Enoch Martin
Of the hundreds of men who served in the navy of the Republic of Texas, fewimages of these gallant men survive. It is especially rare to have an image of anenlisted man in uniform during the time of his service. A prospective member of theDaughters of the Republic of Texas shared the image of her ancestor, Enoch Martin;the Texas Adjutant General Service Records from the Texas State Library and Archivesshow that Martin “received July 1st, 1840 of Capt. George Wheelwright twenty fivedollars for bounty for shipping on board the brig Wharton.” The Wharton had beencommissioned on October 18, 1839, and toward the latter part of June 1840,Commodore Edwin Ward Moore had directed Wheelwright to man and provision hisbrig and prepare her for action along the Yucatán coast.
Enoch Martin
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COME TO HUNTSVILLE FOR JUNE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMEETING AND TOUR OF SAM HOUSTON MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Make hotel reservations now with Holiday Inn Express and register online with SRT to attend the June 3-4,2011, Executive Committee meeting. Holiday Inn Express is located at 148 S. Interstate 45, Huntsville, and thecut-off date for the special SRT rate of $90 plus tax is May 15, 2011; please ask for the SRT block. All membersare welcome and encouraged to attend the Executive Committee (EC) meeting at 8:30 AM on Saturday morning,but only EC members may vote. The Saturday EC meeting will be in the auditorium of the Walker EducationCenter, 1400 19th St., Huntsville, on the grounds of Sam Houston Memorial Museum, near the intersection of 19th
St. and Sam Houston Ave (Old Hwy. 75). From Holiday Inn Express, exit the rear parking lot of the hotel ontoNormal Park Dr.; turn right/south and travel to 19th St., then turn left/east and travel to 1400 19th St., a total distanceof less than one mile. Following a light lunch on site (please RSVP for headcount), you will have the opportunityto tour the Sam Houston Memorial Museum with SRT Honorary member and Museum Director Dr. Patrick Nolan.The group can then proceed to Oakwood Cemetery to visit the Sam Houston gravesite. Hotel reservation informationis included on the last page of this issue, and EC registration will be available online.
Can You Identify This Place and These People?(Location and captions will be provided in the next issue of The Texian!)
HINT: Come to Huntsville for the June Executive Committee meeting!
TEXIAN NAVY ENLISTED MAN ENOCH MARTINBy: SRT Texas Navy Committee
Photo courtesy of Karen Tanner, great-great granddaughter of Enoch Martin
Of the hundreds of men who served in the navy of the Republic of Texas, fewimages of these gallant men survive. It is especially rare to have an image of anenlisted man in uniform during the time of his service. A prospective member of theDaughters of the Republic of Texas shared the image of her ancestor, Enoch Martin;the Texas Adjutant General Service Records from the Texas State Library and Archivesshow that Martin “received July 1st, 1840 of Capt. George Wheelwright twenty fivedollars for bounty for shipping on board the brig Wharton.” The Wharton had beencommissioned on October 18, 1839, and toward the latter part of June 1840,Commodore Edwin Ward Moore had directed Wheelwright to man and provision hisbrig and prepare her for action along the Yucatán coast.
Enoch Martin
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Sam Houston IV addresses the Crowd
Many of the 13 Flags on Display
Texas Army Fires a Volley
Sam Houston IV and Clint Black sharea laugh with Sam Clark, Jr. looking on
Fly over
David Martin and Rusty McLaughlinstand beside the bust of Charles Stewart
The “Texian” stands tall at the center of the park
2011 SAN JACINTO DAY CEREMONY
Mark White - Sam Houston IV
The official State of Texas ceremony commemorating the 175thAnniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto was held on April 21 at theSan Jacinto Monument. Ron Stone, Jr. was Master of Ceremonies.More than 600 persons attended.
Former Texas Governor Mark White gave the Principal Address.Gov. White spoke at the Sesquicentennial ceremony in 1986. TheSRT presented awards to Essay Contest winners and the DRTrecognized their scholarship recipients.
Ron Brown, President of the San Jacinto Chapter, presented awardsto the Sailor of the Year and Junior Sailor of the Year from the USSTexas (SSN-775), the nuclear submarine commissioned in 2006.
Following the laying of a memorial wreath, The Texas Armycommanded by Sam Houston IV, KSJ, fired the traditional musketsalute.
A highlight of the event was the presence of the Sam HoustonState University Bearkat Marching Band which provided Texas-themed and patriotic music. It was a great day to be a Texan!Photo courtesy of Doak McBryde
The Sons of the Republic of Texas were extremely proud to participate in the year Ceremony at the SanJacinto Battleground. This is the 175th Anniversary of the Battle which assured Texas of Independence. Mr.Sam Clark, KSJ, and Mr. Denton Bryant, awarded the Texas History Scholarships to Monica Giuffré, JonathanPollard, and Kristina Olglesbee.
Mr. Sam Houston IV gave an announcement to the attendees, Mr. Ron Stone, Jr. was the Master of Ceremo-nies and Governor Mark White was the key note speaker.
The Sailor of the Year and Junior Sailor of the year awards were given to Brian Curran and Roy Kalblingerfrom the USS Texas (SSN-775), representing the Captain was Lt, Randall Jagoe, who gave a brief thank you tothe committee. An announcement was also given by Captain Jim Gray who is the Deputy Director of NavalOperations.
The Daughter of the Republic of Texas, Ms. Patty Adkins awarded their scholarship to Eron Brimberry Tynes.The Texas Army fired the Salutes and the ceremony was a complete success.
2011 SAN JACINTO DAY
To My Fellow Texans:Because of our mutual passion and commitment to preserving Texas’ rich history, I wanted to share a speech
with your organization on a topic that is very dear to my heart.I recently had the privilege to deliver the keynote address at the Washington-on-the-Brazos’ 175th anniversary
celebration of the Texas Declaration of Independence. It was truly a special occasion that brought together thedescendents of almost all the 59 signers and thousands of proud Texans to commemorate one of the most piv-otal events in Texas’ long legacy of freedom and patriotism.
My great-great-grandfather, Charles S. Taylor, was willing to sign the document that declared Texas free fromMexico, and I am humbled to occupy the Senate seat from Texas that was first held by another signer, ThomasJ. Rusk.
While preparing for the speech and participating in the celebration, I was inspired by the bravery of myancestors and all of our forefathers in their fight for independence. It is so important that every generation ofTexans remember the patriots of the Texas Revolution whose sacrifices laid the foundation for the freedom weenjoy today.
I hope these remarks will be helpful to your organization in your efforts to honor and remember the history ofour great state.God Bless Texas,Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison
SPEECH FROM SENATOR KAY BAILEY HUTCHINSON
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SRT HELPS THE GRAND OPENING OF THELONE STAR MONUMENT AND HISTORICAL FLAG PARK
On April 21, 2010 at 5:30 pm, a crowd of over 700 people were on hand to celebrate the Unveiling and Dedicationceremonies for the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park, located next to the Central Library in Conroe. The park features 13 of the flags that flew over Texas Between 1821 and 1839, which was the time period beforeTexas gained its independence from Mexico. A bust of Dr. Charles B. Stewart, designer of the Lone Star Flag ofTexas stands at the entrance to the park and a beautiful 7’ tall statue of the “Texian” bearing the Texas Flag wasunveiled.
SRT members from all over the state attended the opening, which was also attended by Clint Black, MartyStuart, Sam Houston IV, and Rep. Kevin Brady to name a few. A spectacular fly over was performed just beforethe flags began raising . The “Lone star volunteers” cannon crew of Fred Mead, Kameron Searle, Tom Houston,John Homman, and Charles Fogarty fired the famous Rolling Thunder cannon each time one of the thirteen flagsreached the peak of its pole. The Texas Army commanded by Col. John Martin fired a volley immediately aftereach cannon shot.
The events began with the National Anthem by the Conroe Symphony Orchestra, Director Sal Jeminez. VictoriaHightower, Miss Conroe, led the Pledge of Allegiance. The invocation was given by Mark Woodward. WebbMelder, Mayor of Conroe welcomed the crowd and presented greetings from state officials, including a citationfrom Governor Rick Perry. Mayor Welder introduced the City Council members. Congressman Kevin Brady andJudge Alan B. Sadler brought remarks. “This is a great honor for Conroe, all of Montgomery County and the stateof Texas”, said Montgomery County Judge Alan B. Sadler. The Color guards accompanying the processionalwere from the Conroe Police Department, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of PublicSafety, Conroe Fire Department, Willis Fire Department, Montgomery Police Department and Montgomery CountyConstable Precincts - 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Larry Galla.
Our own David Martin, Tom Greene KSJ, and John Meredith were among the Honoree’s escorting the flags, aswere many of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, local heroes, and dignitaries. Pat Spackey, direct descendantof Charles B. Stewart was escorted by boy scouts to the entrance of the park where she unveiled the bust of CharlesB. Stewart, created by Craig Campobella. Spackey serves as President of the Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis chapter,The Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Flag raisers also included many of the SRT members from PresidentGeneral Sam Clark, KSJ, and Sam Houston IV, KSJ. David Hanover, Rusty McLaughlin, and Ron Brown werealso present.
The lights were lit on the flags as the Singing Stars, 4th grade students from Montgomery Elementary School,and Director Connie Shiflet, sang the State Song of Texas “Texas, Our Texas”. Dean Bass of the Spirit of TexasBank and main sponsor for the evening led the Pledge to the Texas Flag and after a short break introduced Gary P.Nunn who gave a free concert. Dean and the Spirit of Texas Bank have been particularly kind to the Sons with hisdonations over the years.
“This was one of the highest events the Lone Star Chapter has been involved in and we are so honored to see itcome to pass” said John Meredith, President of the Lone Star Chapter. “For over 5 years, our past ChapterPresidents and boards have worked as hard as possible to make this happen. It is truly a much honored eventwhich gives the Sons lots of exposure. I am so proud of our members and of Conroe for making these eventshappen”.
For all information on the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park, visit www.texasflagpark.org
Rolling Thunder belches a ball of fire President General Sam Clark, KSJ speaks to the crowd
During a public reading of one of the proclamations, Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen noted “A lot of peoplehave moved to the state and while they may visit the Alamo, they may not understand the history of that event.Texas Independence Day is part of the history of the state that people are encouraged to read about andappreciate as they go about their daily lives.”
Among cities issuing proclamations of the 175th anniversary of Texas Independence included:
Cities of: Bellaire, Dallas, Houston, Missouri City ,Kilgore, Grandberry, Bryan, Carthage , Athens, San Felipeand Galveston.
IN AND AROUND TEXAS
PROCLAMATIONS
PHOTOS FROM2011 SAN JACINTO DAY
Photos courtesy of Doak McBryde
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HISTORY COMES ALIVETRUETT CEMETERY, On Saturday, December 4, 2010 the Runnels County Historical Commission held a
headstone dedication ceremony at the Truett Cemetery, in Winters, for Corp. Martin Baty Cochran Sr., a Confederatesoldier born in the Mexican province of Texas, and certified as a “First Texas Family” by the Texas State GenealogySociety. Also certified as a “Citizen Of The Republic of Texas” by the Sons of the Republic of Texas.
Terry Lee Cochran, Martin’s great great grandson, was present at the ceremony along with his wife Geneva; son,Steven and granddaughter, Isabella. This SRT dedication is where the history of Texas came alive, with thereadings and remembrances of the Runnels County Historical Commission. Ruth Cooper, chair of the RCHC ledthe prayer. The ceremony also featured the history of Runnels City and the Truett community. Randall Conner, aSon of the Republic of Texas attended the dedication ceremony along with members of the Daughters of theConfederacy; Odessa, Texas Chapter.
Terry Lee Cochran, an SRT member, read the biography of his great great grandparent. The Cochran family wasthere when the Mexican province of Texas became the Republic of Texas, in 1836, and Martin was laid to rest inthe same land where he grew up, enlisted and fought.
In 1862, Martin enlisted in the Confederate Army with the 31st Texas Calvary. This unit was also known as theTexas 1st Calvary Regiment, Arizona Brigade. After the Civil War ended, Martin, his wife Isabella ElizabethsonWest, a Country Doctor, and his children moved to Wimberley, Hays City, Texas. He lived there until her death onOct 25, 1904, and then he moved to Runnels City, Texas to live with his son, Levi Newton Cochran and his wife,Maggie Brown.
Martin died at the age of 75, on March 9, 1907, in Truett, Runnels County, Texas,he was buried in the Truett cemetery, near Winters, Texas. He will be rememberedas a “Citizen of Texas”, and as a son of the Confederacy having fought for his Stateduring the Civil War.
The Cochrans were a founding family of Texas having arrived in 1831. In“Glimpses of Newton County” it states that Martin’s father Joseph Sidney Cochran,his brothers Henry and Nathaniel with their families were early Newton Countysettlers. Martins grandfather was Col. Samuel S. Lewis a hero of the War of 1812,an early settler of the Republic of Texas.by Terry Lee Cochran
TEXAS! THE EXHIBITION
AT THE HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE
Exhibit Includes Rare, Exquisite Pieces of Early Texas Money
Spanish Kings, financiers, revolutionaries, soldiers: Texas has a financial history that reaches back to theearliest days of Spanish exploration. Explore the role that money played in the founding of, and ultimate loss ofsovereignty by, the Republic of Texas. From the first appearance of the lone star symbol on a coin in 1817, tothe methods used to finance the Texas Revolution, hundreds of original pieces of early Texas money have beenbrought together by a group of private and university collections to showcase this unique perspective of Texashistory. These pieces trace the economic, political, and social history of Texas from the colonial period through
its annexation by the U.S. in 1846. This unique perspective throughnumismatics has been intricately woven into a diverse collection ofcultural and military artifacts to showcase Texas’ rich and turbulent historyin the special exhibit Texas! The Exhibition at the Houston Museum ofNatural Science.
James P. Bevill, an honorary member of The Sons of the Republic ofTexas, served as consulting curator of the numismatic portion of the Texas!exhibition. Texas! The Exhibition will be on display at the HoustonMuseum of Natural Science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive, throughSeptember 5, 2011. Tickets may be purchased at the museum box office oronline at www.hmns.org.
John N. Rowe and Jim Bevill, foreground,review a case of rare Republic of Texascurrency issued from Houston in 1837-1839
The Yellow Rose Ball was held on April 19, 2011 at the Rice Lofts in Houston Texas. The Rice Lofts is the newlyremodeled Rice Hotel where Sam Houston established the Capital of the new Republic of Texas in 1837.
The first Congress of the Republic of Texas convened in October 1836 at Columbia (now West Columbia).Stephen F. Austin, known as the Father of Texas, died December 27, 1836, after serving two months as Secretaryof State for the new Republic.
In 1836, five sites served as temporary capitols of Texas (Washington-on-the-Brazos, Harrisburg, Galveston,Velasco and Columbia), before president Sam Houston moved the capitol to Houston in 1837. The capitol wasmoved to the new town of Austin in 1839 by the next president, Mirabeau B. Lamar.
The Ball was attended by more than 132 people including the President General, Sir Knight Sam Clark and hiswife. Also attending was Past President General of the SRT Sir Knight Charles Briggs and his wife Mary KathrynBriggs. Mary Kathryn is also the Past President General of the DRT and has been recognized as a recipient of theYellow Rose of Texas Award as presented the Governor of the State of Texas.
The Yellow Rose Ball committee was comprised of members of the SRT including Lewis Chandler, Joe Davidson,Tom Green, Tom Houston, David Mahavier, Doak McBryde, Wendell Robbins, Denton Bryant, Dale Williamson,Dodd Eastham, Will Haddock, Robert Kendall, David Martin, Curt Osborne, and Randy Pollard.
The art work on the Pre-announcement and on the Program was contributed by Mr. David Mahavier and Mr.Dave Martin.
We are appreciative of the contributions by the Knights of Dixie Orchestra, Mr. K. R. Woods, Mr. Joe Rosser,and the Lancaster Hotel/The Lusk Family. We also appreciate the loaning of the large Texas Flag by Mr. Joe Parishof Capitol Flag Company.
The Colors were posted by the Buffalo Soldiers Color Guard.Mr. Tom Houston led the Invocation, Mr. John Meredith and Mr. Dennis Giuffré led the Pledges to the Flags, and
Mr. Dennis Giuffré led us all in a rousing rendition of Texas, Our Texas.Mr. Randy Pollard gave the welcoming address and the Toasts were performed by Mr. Charles Briggs, KSJ, Ms.
Eron Brimberry Tynes, and Mr. Tom Green, KSJ.Mr. K. R. Woods entertained the USS Texas (SSN-775) men out on the balcony, and Mr. Joe Rosser entertained
the arriving guests at the top of the Stairwell. The opening announcement was given, the Battle Report was readby Sir Knight Sam Clark, the Toasts made to the participants of the San Jacinto Campaign, and then the YellowRose Ball commenced by the Knights of Dixie Orchestra.
There were also remarks by the Deputy Director of Naval Operations, Captain James Gray. Mr. Curt Osborneserved as chauffeur to the Sailors of the USS Texas (SSN-775). The Sailor of the Year ( Brian Curran), the JuniorSailor of the Year, ( Roy Kalblinger and his wife, Jessica) and the Captain’s representative, Lt. Randal Jagoe.
Everyone had a good time, and everyone is looking forward to next Yellow Rose Ball.I wish them good luck.
Ronald W Brown.2011 President of the San Jacinto Chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas.
YELLOW ROSE BALL
Photos courtesy of Doak McBryde
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IN AND AROUND TEXAS
SAN JACINTO DAY FESTIVAL & BATTLE REENACTMENT ON APRIL 16Booming cannons, cracking musket fire, thundering hooves and battle cries resounded across the San Jacinto
Battleground on Saturday, April 16, as hundreds of history reenactors recreated the events leading up to Texaswinning her independence at the decisive Battle of San Jacinto. This year’s reenactment had even moresignificance, celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Texas Independence.
The daylong celebration at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site included music, entertainment,food, games and fun set amidst living history. The battle re-enactment, which is the most popular event of theday, began at 3 p.m. Re-enactors dramatized the decisive battle where General Sam Houston led his Texiansoldiers to victory over the Mexican Army, eventually leading to almost one million square miles of Mexicanterritory becoming a part of the United States. The re-enactors interpreted the Runaway Scrape (Texians fleeingfrom the advancing forces of Santa Anna), the march of the Texas Army from Gonzales to San Jacinto, thecannon duel, and the final battle between the two forces.
General Sam Houston IV, Commander of the Texas Army, with PineyWoods Chapter #52 members Stan Stokes, left, and Steve Stokes
TEXAS HISTORY COMES ALIVEAT EAST TEXAS SCHOOLS IN MARCH
(L-R, standing) Lonnie Smith and Piney WoodsChapter member David Hanover present “Heroesof Texas” to six 4th grade classes at Andy WoodsElementary School, Tyler
What better way to celebrate Texas History Month and the 175th anniversary of Texas independence than bytaking the people and events of the Republic of Texas into theclassroom? SRT members from the Edward Clark Chapter #18,Marshall, and Piney Woods Chapter #52, Tyler, assisted localDRT chapters with classroom presentations at area schools inMarch. Spring Hill School, Longview, invited the John TilleyEdwards Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT), toset up displays and talks for 4th, 5th and 6th graders in the schoolgym. The DRT Charles G. Davenport Chapter, Tyler, sponsored4th grade presentations consisting of a pioneer kitchen, pioneertoys, children of the Alamo, a traveling trunk, heroes of Texasand live Texas music at Andy Woods Elementary School in Tyleron March 17; each 4th grade classroom rotated through the sixdifferent presentations. SRT members David Hanover, BarneyHilburn and L.D. McWilliams assisted the DRT chapters.
PINEY WOODS CHAPTER #52, TYLER, RECOGNIZES
21 CHEROKEE DISTRICT EAGLE SCOUTS
At the recent Cherokee District B.S.A. Annual Banquet, Immediate Past Chapter President Charles Luna presented
21 Eagle Scout Certificates of Recognition, on behalf of the Piney Woods Chapter of The Sons of the Republic of
Texas to the 2010 Class of Eagle Scouts in the Cherokee District B.S.A. (Henderson, Kaufman and Van Zandt
Counties). An attentive audience of over 100 parents, adult Scout leaders and Scouts were present at the district’s
Annual Banquet. Past President Luna apprised the group of The Sons of the Republic of Texas’ efforts to preserve
the heritage and history of Texas and to remember the valiant men and women who risked life and fortune to give
current citizens and future generations our beloved State, Texas. The banquet was held at the First United Methodist
Church, Canton, Texas.
Pictured with Piney Woods Chapter Past President Luna (L-R) Eagle Scouts Samuel
Goode, Troop 343, Clark Watters, Troop 378, Nathan Moonshower, Troop 339, Donald
Kresnik, Troop 339, Graham Breeden, Troop 390 and Byron Conn, Troop 390
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CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
IN AND AROUND TEXAS
Picture taken in front of the Stephen F. Austin Oak Treeplanted at the Commissioners Court in New Braunfels, Texas.
Steve Stapleton of New Braunfels and a member of the Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels Chapter #50 of the Sons
of the Republic of Texas was honored recently by the Star of the Republic Museum. Steve received a Certificate
of Appreciation and the local chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas received a donation from the Washing-
ton-on-the-Brazos State Park Association in recognition of the many hours he contributed to the Adopt-a-Signer
Project sponsored by the Museum.
Mr. Stapleton and 42 other volunteers from 21 organizations spent the last year researching the lineage of the 59
delegates who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence. Stapleton researched the lineage of General Sam
Houston who defeated Santa Anna at the battle of San Jacinto and was also the first president of the Republic of
Texas. The results of their work can be seen on the Museum’s website at www.starmuseum.org.
In addition to documenting the lineage of these men, another goal of the project was to find the living descendants
of the “Signers”. Using the names and contact information provided by the researches, the Museum sent out over
1700 emails and postcards to descendants, inviting them to be recognized at the 175th Anniversary Celebration of
Texas’ Independence at Washington-on–the-Brazos on Feb-
ruary 27th. To date, nearly 1200 have responded that they
will attend. RSVPs have been received from across the na-
tion. The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison, descendant of
Charles Taylor, spoke after a Roll Call of the Signers Names,
with a response of “here” from each Signer’s descendants.
Certificate of Appreciation for Steve Stapleton (seated)
member of Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels Chapter #50,
Sons of the Republic of Texas. Mr. Stapleton worked on the
lineage of Sam Houston for Star of the Republic Museum.
Presented to Mr. Stapleton by Darryl Coons, Treasurer
of Chapter #50, Sons of the Republic of Texas.
DAWN AT THE ALAMO!
March 6, 2011, pre-dawn at the AlamoWreaths of remembrance DRT President General Patti Atkins
and SRT President General Sam F.
Clark, KSJ
In a pre-dawn ceremony on March 6, 2011, Alamo Plaza was alive with a somber remembrance of the 175th
anniversary of the historic battle of March 6, 1836. Mexican and Texian soldiers from the San Antonio Living
History Association presented ceremonial musket volleys, while the story of the infamous day in Texas history
was told to a crowd of hundreds of onlookers. Members of the William Barret Travis Chapter #7 and Alamo
Chapter #40 were out in force, as were many other SRT chapters from around the state. The early morning
ceremony ended with a toast to Remember the Alamo!, followed by a breakfast at the Menger Hotel. The breakfast
was sponsored by the San Antonio Living History Association and Alamo Chapter #40.
50 year member Joe Ginn, KSJ and Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski
Jerry E. Patterson, KSJ
NEW KSJ
50 YEAR MEMBER
SUMMERFIELD G. ROBERTSAWARD WINNER
David McDonald was the winner for his bookJosé Antonio NAVARRO: In Search of theAmerican Dream in Nineteenth-Century Texas.Award Presented by 1st Vice President DavidHanover.
Photos courtesy of Gary L. Evans
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CHAPTER ARCHIVESAWARD
San Jacinto #1, Piney Woods Chapter #52and Lone Star Chapter #58
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IN AND AROUND TEXAS
The Alamo Chapter of The Sons of The Republic of Texas participated in the Pilgrimage to the Alamo on
March 11th, 2011. The Pilgrimage to the Alamo, is an event that pays homage to the Alamo heroes and has been
held annually by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas since 1925.
Monday afternoon a few hundred people were waiting in front of the Alamo as the names of the Alamo
heroes, along with their birthplace, were called out.
The procession, which formed several blocks away, began making its way toward the Alamo. The DRT &
SRT along with dozens of historic, civic, military and school groups formed the slow and somber line as it
entered the plaza from the south. All of Fiesta’s dignitaries were there. One by one, members of each organiza-
tion laid a wreath on the lawn in front of the Alamo. All you could hear were the names being called.
After the wreaths were placed, and the pledge of allegiance to the
United States and Texas were recited a short program honored those
who died at this place 175 years ago.
“Right here on this hallowed ground, the legacy and heritage of
Texas, and indeed of our nation can be felt in the soil, the air and in
the hearts of the people of this great state,”. “The spirit of the men
who believed in something bigger than themselves, and who fought
and who bravely died here to attain it, endures here forever.”
PILGRIMAGE TO THE ALAMO MARCH 11TH
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S LIST
Ron Brown President ofSan Jacinto Chapter #1
David Martin Past President ofLone Star Chapter #58
Ken Pfeiffer District Representativeof Heart of Texas and President
of Alamo Chapter #40
EDUCATOR OFTHE YEAR
Ronald Schroeder
KSJ 2011
Kem Isacks Past President ofSan Houston Chapter #38
HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
James P. Bevill Patrick B. Nolan, Ph.D.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICEAWARD WINNER
Edward A. Heath and P.G. Sam F. Clark, KSJ
BACHMANAWARD
John Meredith, President of theLone Star Chapter #58 and
P.G. Sam F. Clark, KSJ
Photos courtesy of Gary L. Evans
175 YEAR CELEBRATION
Pictured with L. Vaughn Oliver, KSJ is a fine collection ofDRT ladies from Stephenville and Breckenridge. Mrs. JudyWolf, Breckenridge, made the request for SRT representationat the “Texas Celebrating 175 Years” at the BreckenridgeFine Arts Center on March 10, 2011. The display proudlyshows Texas for the past 175 years. Many points ofBreckenridge are highlighted.
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IN AND AROUND TEXASNEW SRT MEMBERS
Name Chapter Ancestor HometownAlbert Ira Pearson Col. Francisco Antonio Ruiz Brady, TX
Frank Leroy Vetters Cornelius H. Vanderveer Muscle Shoals, AL
Charles Michael Worthington Peter Tipps Henderson, TX
George Bass Hazlewood 1 Gardner Wilbanks Katy, TX
Jordan Lindsay Scott 1 Capt. Abner Kuykendall New York, NY
Thomas Nathaniel Scott 1 Capt. Abner Kuykendall League, TX
Lawson Wells Jessee 7 Thomas Jefferson Rusk San Antonio, TX
Matthew Thomas Kilpatrick Koehler 7 John G Berry San Antonio, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Harriet Stone Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Elizabeth Barker Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Samuel John Smith Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 William M. Banta Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 John William Smith Lubbock, TX
Joshua Frederick Bucy 8 Issac William Banta Lubbock, TX
Blake Sutherland Baxter 12 Samuel Crawford Aduston Rogers Golden, TX
Ryan Marshall Baxter 12 Samuel Crawford Aduston Rogers Golden, CO
Reynaldo Herrera 12 Jose Policarpio Rodriguez Austin, TX
Bruce Alan Perryman 12 Marshall Crawford Waco, TX
Bruce Alan Perryman 12 John Deaton Waco, TX
Ronald Dale Smith 12 Stephen Hendrickson Everitt Lago Vista, TX
Dr. John Yerby Tarlton 12 John Burleson Round Rock, TX
Rodney Keith van Oudekerke 12 Daniel Kutch San Marcos, TX
Daniel Jack Wire 12 Sarah Watson Austin, TX
Charles Martin Yates 12 Martha Bridges Dripping Springs, TX
Willard Andrew Adams 14 Daniel Boone Gurerrant Houston, TX
Blair Len Fannin 14 George Washington Lang Bryan, TX
George Marshall Peters 14 Samuel Bigham New York, NY
Marshall Bookman Peters 14 Samuel Bigham Bryan, TX
Rogers Huck Meredith 16 Henry Joeph Huck Meeker, CO
Brown, V. Kem Isaacks, Ken Pfeiffer and David Martin received special recognition by being named to the PresidentGeneral’s List. Ronald Schroeder won the Educator of the Year Award, and author David McDonald won theprestigious Summerfield G. Roberts Award for his book José Antonio NAVARRO: In Search of the AmericanDream in Nineteenth-Century Texas.
After lunch, the annual members’ meeting convened for business, including the election of officers for theterm 2011-12. The San Jacinto Chapter #1, Houston, claimed the “Come and Take It” trophy for having the mostmembers present for the meeting.
Galveston meteorologist Isaac Cline, portrayed by Bob Heinonen, paid a special visit to the evening awardsbanquet, recounting the Great Storm of 1900. After dinner, the District Representative of the Year was presented toRobert Schuhmann. Honorary memberships were presented to James P. Bevill and Patrick B. Nolan, Ph.D. GreggJ. Dimmick, M.D., received his Honorary membership in January at a special meeting. The Distinguished ServiceAward was presented to Executive Committeemen Edward A. Heath. After installation of the Executive Committeeand District Representatives, the evening closed with the investiture of the Honorable Jerry E. Patterson as aKnight of the Order of San Jacinto, the highest honor attainable within The Sons of the Republic of Texas, a markof honor originated and established by General Sam Houston in 1843. Congratulations to all of the award winnersfor their tireless efforts to promote Texas history and The Sons of the Republic of Texas.
Mark your calendars now for March 23-25, 2012, for the 90th Annual Meeting at the Y.O. Ranch Resort andConference Center in Kerrville. Make your reservations early!
89th ANNUAL MEETING IN GALVESTON cont. from pg. 1
FORMAL INDUCTION OF DR. GREGG DIMMICK AS HONORARY MEMBERSince a prior commitment would prevent Dr. Gregg Dimmick from
attending the Annual Meeting in Galveston on April 2nd, PresidentGeneral Sam Clark Jr. graciously agreed to induct Dr. Dimmick at theStephen F. Austin Chapter meeting in historic West Columbia on theevening of January 6th. Our chapter was honored to have the PresidentGeneral and San Jacinto Chapter members Ron Brown, Clay Fisher,Tom Green, KSJ, Dale Williamson, and forty guests present for theinduction.
After a steak dinner and chapter business were completed, PresidentGeneral Clark recognized Dr. Dimmick’s contributions anddistinguished service to the preservation of Texas History and formallyinducted him as an Honorary Member and presented him with hiscertificate. Dr. Dimmick then presented a very interesting program forthe meeting about the “Artillery of the Alamo”. The meeting closedwith a benediction.
Kermit Kyle Bates 19 Kilgore, TXJoe Trendle Mullins Jr. Lampasas, TXVal Henry Sharp, Jr. 20 San Augustine, TXSam Bryan Burk, Jr. 12 Houston, TXEdward James Westmoreland 1 Houston, TXGeorge Joe Winn III 40 San Antonio, TX
Name Chapter HometownIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn Memoriam
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NEW SRT MEMBERS
Name Chapter Ancestor Hometown
JANET’S KornerBy: Janet Knox
Administrative Assistantemail: [email protected]
1717 Eighth StreetBay City, Texas 77414
(979) 245-6644
• The next Quarterly meeting will be June 3-4, 2011 inHuntsville at the Holiday Inn Express; (936) 295-4300;May 15th is the cut-off date; Rate: single/double $90+ tax,ask for the SRT Block.
• If you have not paid $10 for your 2011 copy of the Texian,remember to view this and any other issue on line at:www.srttexas.org
• Those members that have not paid their 2011 dues are nowconsidered delinquent and must pay a $50 reinstatement feeplus the $40 dues fee.
• 2010 Yearbooks are available for $20, which includes CD,binder and dividers.
• Remember: All active duty personnel, your dues are waived.Please notify SRT office by email, postal service ortelephone.
• Please note that any applicants for membership in the SRTmust have 3 signatures of recommending SRT members. Itis not necessary if the applicant lives out of state, but everyapplicant should affiliate with a chapter. This does notmean that they will have to attend meetings. Applicationmust be typed and notarized.
• The Texian is YOUR newsletter. I need YOUR help witharticles and pictures. If your chapter has or will becelebrating any events for the 175th Anniversary this year orany other events PLEASE email me at: [email protected] will be putting the July issue together for publication, deadlineis June 24th.
Jacinto. An outstanding display of thirteen Texas Historical Flags can be seen on the east side of IH 45 as youpass through Conroe. Go have a look.
The Yellow Rose Ball on April 19th was a success. Everyone had a great time. We are especially thankful tothe Chapters that teamed up to help make this a very special occasion, allowing all to be together in celebrationof the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto.
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S MESSAGE
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE2011 - 2012
Right to left bottom row;David Stone; Tom Houston; Sam F. Clark, KSJ; DavidHanover; and Janet Knox.
Right to left back row:Robert Kendall, KSJ; Randy Pollard; L. VaughnOliver, KSJ and Edward A. Heath (not shown BobSteakley)
Right to left Front row:Ken Pfeiffer; Duane Blair; and Joe Pyle.
Right to left Back row:John Homman; John Knox and Stan Stokes. (notshown Bob Steakley)
DISTRICT REPRESENTIVES2011 - 2012
Dal Teer Hardy III 19 Samuel McClarty Alexandria, VA
Dal Teer Hardy III 19 John Pinkney McClarty Alexandria, VA
David Benjamin Hardy 19 Samuel McClarty Alexandria, VA
David Benjamin Hardy 19 John Pinkney McClarty Alexandria, VA
Gary Wayne McClinton 19 Edley Ewing Nacogdoches, TX
Stacy Ray Rusk 26 Thomas Jefferson Rusk Amarillo, TX
William Roy Sheppard 29 Edward R Bradley Gonzales, TX
David Preston Crockett 35 Robert Bell Crockett Bay City, TX
David Preston Crockett 35 David Stern Crockett II Bay City, TX
Robert Lyndell Cox 36 William Webb Chico, TX
Vol Stephen Davis III 40 Brinckley Davis New York, NY
Kennedy Sean Huizar 40 Gregorio Esparza Pleasanton, TX
Kenneth Wayne Huizar 40 Gregorio Esparza Pleasanton, TX
David Russell Kuykendall 40 Capt.Abner Kuykendall Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
Jose Narciso Lopez 40 Jose Franciso Ruis Bulverde, TX
Andres Rivera Luna 40 Carlos Chacon Seguin, TX
John Anthony Meehan 40 Dillard Cooper San Antonio, TX
Oliver Russell Stipp 40 Elijah Clemens Hinde San Antonio, TX
Eilbert Richard Weitzel II 40 Dilue Rose Harris San Antonio, TX
Gilbert John Wilbeck Jr 40 Dilue Rose Harris Angleton, TX
Steven Lance Clack 48 Hiel Orton Campbell Kerrville, TX
Hugh Lynn Speer 52 Thomas Jefferson Jordon Flint, TX
Richard Rudolph Miller 55 Fredrick Haro Miller Wortham, TX
Doyce Ray Flake 56 Peter Demoss Tyler, TX
Warren Lee Poston 57 Reuben Bennington Forney, TX
Ronald Allen Jernigan 58 William Jordan Houston, TX
Gregory Duane Laake 58 Lorenzo De Zavala Spring, TX
Troy Edward Lamp 58 William Rainey McAdams Jasper, TX
cont. from pg. 1
THE TEXIANThe Official Publication of The Sons of the Republic of Texas
VOL IV NUMBER 2 APRIL 2011
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S MESSAGE
Sam F. Clark, KSJContact us at:SRT Office: www.srttexas.org Email: [email protected] Eighth Street, Bay City, TX 77414Phone: (979) 245-6644 Fax: (979) 244-3819
1717 Eighth StreetBay City, TX 77414
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
The SRT is on the move in this175th Anniversary year. Our chaptersare gaining momentum, bringing inmore members, and are beinginvolved in activities not only intheir communities but in other partsof the state as well.
We have noticed the people ofTexas are quite conscious of theirstate history this year, particularlyduring the 175th Anniversary
WHAT’S INSIDE89th Annual Meeting .................... 1, 3
President General’s Message ... 1-2
Janet’s Korner .............................. 2
Dr. Dimmick Honorary Member . 3
89th Annual Meeting Pictures ... 4-5
In and Around Texas .... 6-7, 16-17
activities. We saw larger crowds atthe Alamo March 6th and at SanJacinto April 21st.
If you missed attending the 89th
Annual SRT Meeting you missed agood one for sure. I was thinking itwould be hard to beat our TylerMeeting last year. It was equally asgood. We want to thank the AnnualMeeting Committee for a job welldone.
On Saturday night during theAnnual Meeting, the highest honorattainable within The Sons of the
Republic of Texas, “Knight of theOrder of San Jacinto,” wasbestowed upon the Honorable JerryE. Patterson.
It was great to see Patrick B.Nolan, Ph. D., Gregg J. Dimmick,M.D. and James P. Bevill added toour Honorary Members List.
The flags are flying in the LoneStar Historical Park in Conroe. Thecity has worked for over five yearsin designing, constructing and thendedicating the park during the 175th
anniversary of the Battle of San
2011 ANNUAL MEETINGJune 3-4, Huntsville – Holiday Inn Express, 148 S. Interstate 45, Huntsville, (936) 295-4300; May
15, 2011, 3 PM cut-off; Rate: single/double $90 + tax, ask for the SRT block
cont. pg. 2
cont. pg. 3
April 1-3, 2011, marked the 89th Annual Meeting of The Sons of the Republic of Texas, held at the historicTremont House in Galveston. The host chapter, Sydney Sherman Chapter #2, was assisted by the San JacintoChapter #1 and Sam Houston Chapter #38. Special thanks to two DRT chapters for their sales tables: SydneySherman Chapter #1, Galveston, and San Jacinto Chapter #2, Houston. Also, thanks to the SRT San JacintoChapter #1, Houston, Ephraim M. Daggett Chapter #36, Ft. Worth and Lone Star Chapter #58, Conroe, for theirsales tables. Later on Friday afternoon, the Hospitality Committee kicked off the weekend with great food, drinkand fellowship.
Saturday morning activities included the Executive Committee meeting and Knights of the Order of San Jacintomeeting, followed by the Summerfield G. Roberts Award luncheon. City of Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski, thirdgeneration attorney and grandson of Watergate Special Prosecutor Leon Jaworski, welcomed SRT members andguests to Galveston; he made a special presentation to 50-year member Joe G. Ginn, KSJ, a native Galvestonianwho was “Born on the Island,” declaring April 2, 2011, as Joseph George Ginn Day in Galveston. Other awardsincluded the Three-Legged Willie Chapter Archives Award; winners were, by ascending chapter size Lone StarChapter #58, Conroe; Piney Woods Chapter #52, Tyler; and San Jacinto Chapter #1, Houston. The William GordanBachman Award for the largest percent membership gain was presented to the Lone Star Chapter #58, Conroe. Ron
Historical Flag Park ................. 8-9
Come to Huntsville .............. 10-11
San Jacinto Day .................... 12-13
Yellow Rose Ball .................. 14-15
New Members ...................... 18-19
Calendar of Events .................... 20
Calendar of Events
2011 Executive Committee MeetingsJune 3-4 Huntsville – Holiday Inn Express, 148 S. Interstate 45,
Huntsville, (936) 295-4300; May 15, 2011, 3 PM cut-off;Rate: single/double $90 + tax, ask for the SRT block
Sept. 9-10 San Antonio – Drury Inn San Antonio near La Cantera,15806 IH-10 West, San Antonio, (210) 696-0800, (ask forSRT block LTI Group Number: 2101759)
Dec. 2-3 Victoria – Hampton Inn, 7006 N. Navarro St., Victoria,TX 77904, (361) 573-9911; (ask for group code “SON”;Room rate $99 + tax)
2011 SRT EventsMarch 2 Texas Independence DayMarch 6 Fall of the AlamoMarch 27 Goliad MassacreApril 21 San Jacinto DaySeptember 17 Texian Navy Day on the Battleship TexasOctober 2 Battle of GonzalesNovember 3 Stephen F. Austin’s Birthday (Father of Texas)
2012 Annual MeetingMarch 23-25 Y.O. Ranch Resort Hotel & Conference Center,
2033 Sidney Baker (Highway 16), Kerrville, TXToll-Free: 1-877-YO RESORT (1-877-967-3767)
89th ANNUAL MEETING IN GALVESTON
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