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*—w^^^^r*^m*m The Eagle Lake Headlight — News for Southern Colorado County, Texas Thursday, June 20, 2002, Page 7 Brisco, Kahlden exchange vows April 27 Leah Brisco and Kevin Kahlden were united in marriage at 2 p.m., April 27, 2002 at the United Church of Christ in Weimar. Pastor Doug McLemore per- formed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Bar- bara and Reggie Brisco of Sheridan. Parents of the groom are Lanette and Leslie Kahlden of Weimar. The bride is the granddaughter of Helen and Isam Brisco, Jr. of Sheridan and the late Annie and William Slo- vacek of Columbus. The groom is the grandson of Lau- ra and Alfred Hoffmann of Schulen- burg and the late Sophie and Otto Kahlden Sr. of Weimar. Church decorations featured beau- tiful arrangements of white snapdrag- ons, stocks, larkspurs, orchids and fern. Music was provided by Jenny Grohman of Weimar, organist. Selections included "Cannon in D", "Ozark Hills", and "Love of My Life" which was especially selected by Miss Cindy Hattermann for the couple. The bride, given in marriage and escorted by her parents, wore a for- mal gown of white organza designed by Mori Lee. The elegant gown featured a strap- less bustier top enhanced with three- dimensional embroidery and beauti- fully beaded with rocals, sequins, bugle beads and seed pearls. The A-line skirt had a beautiful design ofembroidered flowers which flowed from the front onto the chapel length train. Schiffi embroidery trimmed the hemline and continued around to the train. For her veil, the bride chose a ti- ara of pearls and rhinestone flowers holding a two-tiered veil of silk illu- sion. She carried a bouquet of cascad- ing dendrobium orchids with phalae- nopsis orchids in the center. Katherine Miller of Dallas, a friend of the bride, attended as Maid of Honor. Katherine and bridesmaids Becky Tolbert of Austin and Cindy Hatter- mann of Lubbock wore Donna Gray platinum sateen gowns with A-line skirts and sweetheart necklines ac- cented with beaded spaghetti straps. Hand-tied bouquets of roses complimented their ensembles. Jeffrey Kahlden of Stephenville, brother of the groom, served as Best Man. Corey Koehn of Houston and Dustin Brisco, brother of the bride, served as groomsmen. Ushers were Travis Tolbert of Aus- tin and Casey Koehn of Houston. After stopping at Franklin's for milkshakes, the bride and groom were driven to a beautiful garden reception at the bride's parent's home in Sheri- dan. Members of the house party in- cluded Dawn Mayfield, Lindsey Raab, Lenora Hoffmann, Leah Ross, Natalie Dupre, Vilma Vavrusa and Debbie Kloss. The bride is a 2000 graduate of Southwest Texas State University and currently working as a Promotions Coordinator for Time Warner in Aus- tin while pursuing her MBA from St. Edwards University. The groom is a 2000 graduate of Southwest Texas State University and is the Staffing Manager for Wireless Retail Inc. After a week long honeymoon to San Diego, the couple now resides in their new home in Austin. Legion honors Mehner The late American Legion Post 108 Commander Philip G. Mehner and wife, Kathryn, were honored with a Resolution of Respect by W. Cher-ry- M. Perry Post and guests at the quar- terly meeting last Thursday night in the Prairie Edge Museum auditorium. The meeting also honored widows of former Legionnaires and the Post's representative to Texas Boys State, Nicholas Sharp. Nick told the gathering, which in- cluded his parents Mike and Susan Sharp, both of whom are on the coaching staff of Rice High School, "It was quite an honor to attend Boys State and mingle and work with over 600 other Boys State youth from all over Texas." He added that first it was "almost frightening" to be among so many who participated in local, state and federal governments. Nick was elected to one of two Houses of Rep- resentatives. Kathryn Mehner accepted the Resolution of Respect read by Fred R. Frnka, past Commander of Post 108, which recognized both Philip and Kathryn for outstanding leadership prior to Philip's untimely death on Nov. 11,2001. He exhibited leadership as commander in membership activi- ties, especially those involving youth. On display were a United States flag and an American Legion flag pre- sented to Post 108 by the Mehners a short time before his death. Frnka represented the Legion De- partment of Texas in installing the new 2002-2003 officers. He was assisted by Sergeant-at-arms Marshall Holloway. Other new officers include Ken- neth Craig, Commander; 1 st Vice- Commander Bill Kell; 2 nd Vice-Com- mander Lewis Epps; Adjutant Vic Scott; Finance officer Vic Corman; Service officer Frank Higgins; Judge Advocate Ted Brunner; Historian Hugh Sheridan; and Chaplain Robert Griffith. The installing officer noted in con- clusion, "You, the Legionnaires of Post 108, have chosen these new of- ficers. Now it's your duty to help them in every way. And by all means to keep the American Legion faithful to its principles and ideals of Justice, Free- dom, Democracy and Loyalty." With Fathers Day only three days hence, Fmka read an interesting ver- sion of "When God Created Fathers" (author unknown). It also was inter- esting to note a message "Old Legion- naires" (also author unknown) printed on the back of the colorful programs by Adjutant Vic Scott. In a short business meeting, Com- mander Craig discussed plans for the forthcoming events sponsored by Post 108: the disposal of worn flags Sept. 11; and the distribution of toys to chil- dren in families in need on a date to be announced later in Dec. Craig announced that the Post has already spent $1,500 from the its Toy Fund for toys purchased at a huge dis- count at a closing K-Mart store. "Many more toys or cash with which to buy toys will be urgently needed to make this annual event another suc- cess," he added. The event was also ladies night af- fair and held in a beautiful setting of red, white and blue used on table decor along with colorful programs, napkins and miniature U.S. flags. Cherry Corman and Kathryn Meh- ner created the inspiring setting. Ron and Denice Janow were caterers for the delicious prime rib dinner served by Legionnaires to wives and guests. Among the special guests were Mike and Susan Sharp, Dorothy Cas- sady, Elfe Thomas, Jean Thornton, and VFW Commander Len Matula and wife, Pat. Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Kahlden CCHC holds meeting Frnka racks up awards, trophies Richard A. Frnka, son of Don and Rose Frnka of Granbury, has been compiling many outstanding achieve- ments in scholastics and athletics while a seventh grader in Acton Mid- dle School. He will be in the eighth grade this fall. Richard is the grandson of Fred and Eunice Frnka of Eagle Lake. Among his latest accomplish- ments was to score highly among sev- enth graders across the state and na- tion in the SAT Test given at the end of the 2002 school year. On May 27, 2002 the top scorers were honored in a program at the David-Meyer Coliseum at Texas Christian University, part of the 22nd Annual Talent Search for high scor- ers in that area of Texas. The State program, sponsored by Duke University's Talent Prestige program and a number of Texas col- leges and universities, recognizes gifted seventh grade students for their mathematic and verbal scores. Richard was especially cited for his mathematical ability. In addition to scholastic achieve- ment, he was named as "Mister Of- fense" in seventh grade basketball; won first in a tennis tournament in Pecan Plantation; and excelled also in soccer. But there's much more! He was also cited as the "Out- standing Jazz Musician" at a middle school Jazz Festival, playing the saxo- phone and keyboard for Acton's sev- enth and eighth grade musical groups. Richard was on the honor roll dur- ing the entire school year and excelled in language, math, science and Texas history. In 2001, he won the Spelling Bee competition at the Mambrino School. His most recent accomplishment was to win first place in Acton Middle School's Chess Tournament. His room at home is already chocked full of trophies and/or cita- tions and his parents and grandparents are proud indeed for each and every one of his awards. By Pamela Potter, Members of the Colorado County Historical Commission (CCHC) heard programs about women who in- fluenced history in the County at their past two bi-monthly meetings. The CCHC conducted a meeting March 21 in the fellowship hall at First Baptist Church in Columbus. Following a covered dish supper, Chairman Rollin Baker of Eagle Lake called the business meeting to order. Secretary Colleen Willrodt of Col- umbus called roll and read the min- utes of the Jan. meeting. Treasurer Joyce Stancik of Eagle CCHC Reporter Lake gave the financial report. Baker introduced Tana Ross from the Colorado County Citizen who shared information with the group about a pictorial essay book being published in recognition of the paper's 145 th anniversary. The book will span the history of the County in pictures from its beginning through the early 1940s. Members were asked to share old photographs they had for the project. In addition to Ross, other guests in attendance included Byron and (See CCHC, Page 8) ALL AROUND COWBOY CHURCH 2551 Hwy. 36 North • Sealy Everyone is WELCOME - A come as you are Church. Sunday 10 a.m.; Bible Study, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Pastor: Sonny Rice 979-885-2799 Past Post 108 Commander Fred R. Frnka presents to Kathryn Mehner a Resolution of Respect which hon- ored the late Philip Mehner, Com- mander of Post 108, and Kathryn for outstanding services to the Post and the community. Photos Courtesy of Ken & Helen Craig J. JULIAN MOORE Former Felony Prosecutor • Colorado County Attorney GENERAL CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PRACTICE REAL ESTATE DWI PROBATE & WILLS DRUG CASES DIVORCE & FAMILY LAW ASSAULT AUTO ACCIDENTS THEFT PERSONAL INJURY DISCRIMINATION BUSINESS LITIGATION MED MALPRACTICE 1126 Milam Street • Columbus, TX 78934 (979) 733-9330 • (979) 234-5859 Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization 1tXA$ Rice High School senior Nicholas (Nick) Sharp tells about some of his experiences at Texas Boys State in Austin. He was sponsored by W. Cherry-M. Perry Legion Post 108. Richard Frnka holds the large tro- phy that he won in the 2001 Mam- brino School Spelling Bee. 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