Meal a Day Menu for Jan 1st through 5th
Meal A Day Menu
January 1st – January 5th
Monday
CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY
Tuesday
Chicken Fried Steak
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Sliced Carrots
Roll
Wednesday
Beef Enchilada Casserole
Pinto Beans
Chips and Salsa
Thursday
Chicken and Noodle Casserole
Pickled Beets
Roll
Friday
Vegetable Beef Soup
Crackers
Cheese Cubes
Aviation History: VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar
The in flight photo is one of the paint schemes when the airplane was in the contract at E-Systems, Greenville, TX starting in 1973 until all VC-140Bs were retired in the late 1980s. It is now a Piece of flying history at LBJ ranch. VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar flew in and out of Lyndon Johnson’s ranch when he was vice president and president in the 1960s. The 13-passenger plane is sometimes referred to as Air Force One Half.
This historic JetStar is on permanent exhibit at the LBJ ranch in the Hill Country. The ranch is a national park 65 miles west of Austin and open daily for self-guided driving tours and a guided tour of the Johnson ranch house.
The National Park Service rescued the 50-year-old JetStar from the Pentagon’s “bone yard,” an open-air retirement home for more than 4,400 old planes in the dry, desert air of Tucson, Ariz. The government paid $261,000 to bring the plane to Texas, to provide shelter and to restore the exterior of the VC-140 Lockheed aircraft with a sparkling new paint job that replicates the outside of Air Force One.
Records show it logged nearly 17,700 flight hours during its 22 years with the Air Force.
The jet was dismantled for the 2 1/2-day drive to Texas. The fuselage, wings and fuel tanks, tail section, and four engines rode in a convoy of flat-bed trucks that traveled on Interstate 10 for most of the 1,180-mile trip. The JetStar, which could fly as fast as 605 mph during its working days, made the highway trip going only 60 mph.
The 20,627-pound empty plane was put back together at the LBJ ranch. They used a truck-mounted crane to lift the wings, tail section and other parts onto the fuselage. The work took place on the south end of the runway at the ranch.
It was towed about 300 yards to the ranch tarmac, where a shelter with a galvanized steel roof and open sides protect it from bad weather. The 24-foot-tall shelter was built in the same spot where the JetStar rested when it was at the ranch in the 1960s. The old tie-downs are visible.
LBJ traveled on a Boeing 707 for most trips when he was president, but he also had a fleet of smaller planes available to him, including several JetStars. The larger plane could not land at the ranch because the 6,300-foot asphalt airstrip was not long enough. However, a JetStar could land and taxi to within 200 yards of LBJ’s so-called Western White House along the Pedernales River.
This JetStar, tail number 61-2490, made numerous trips for the Johnson White House, including taking staffers and aides on flights to Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic during the Johnson White House years. It also flew to Puerto Rico.
The plane was a flying ambulance at times. It was dispatched by LBJ at least twice in the middle of the night for emergency medical missions. Johnson sent his doctors in the JetStar to assist former President Dwight Eisenhower, who had suffered heart pains in Georgia in November 1965. Cardiologists also scrambled to board the plane in August 1966 to treat the gravely ill president of Nicaragua, René Schick. The Central American leader died while the JetStar was still in the air.
The JetStar that is at the LBJ ranch made some memorable trips.
One trip left it stranded in Florida because of mechanical problems. Johnson’s labor secretary, W. Willard Wirtz, flew to Miami on July 28, 1964, but had to return to Washington on a commercial flight because the JetStar’s “battery blew up,” LBJ Library records show.
Ellsworth Bunker, then-U.S. ambassador to the Organization of American States, used the plane several times to fly to the Dominican Republic, where U.S. troops had rolled in to try to quell an uprising in 1965. Bunker mediated an end to the rebellion.
On March 13, 1965, U.S. Attorney General Nicholas Katzenbach requested the JetStar take two of his assistants to Selma, Ala., to help with peaceful negotiations in the aftermath of “Bloody Sunday,” a violent confrontation between state and local law officers and 600 civil rights protesters trying to march from Selma to Montgomery. Police had used tear gas, dogs and clubs to beat back the protesters just six days earlier.
The JetStar also became a favorite of many entertainment legends, including the likes of Howard Hughes, Bob Hope and Elvis Presley. Presley dubbed his “The Hound Dog”. Howard Hughes personally piloted his JetStar around the world. Howard Hughes owned several keeping them in a hangar at Lockheed in Marietta, GA. The JetStar even made it onto the silver screen as Pussy Galore’s jet in the James Bond classic Goldfinger.
The included information comes from local Sulphur Springs resident Tony Hughes. Mr. Hughes worked on, performed engine run up, pre-flight/post flight and flew as an aircraft mechanic observer on FCF’s (functional check flight), along with supervising hangar and flight line operations for over 40 years (1956-1996) at the Greenville, Tx. plant, formerly known as TEMCO. The Greenville plant started as Temco (Texas Engineering & Manufacturing Co.) and changed to Ling-Temco Electronics, Inc. in 1960, then Ling-Temco-Vought, Inc. in 1961. The company changed again to LTV Electrosystems, Inc. in 1965, and E-Systems, Inc. in 1972. In 1995 a merger changed the name to Raytheon/E-Systems, and now the company has been managed by L-3 Communications since 2002.
Lady Cats Win Final Game at Idabel Tourney; Host Marshall Tuesday
The Lady Cats’ basketball team, ranked #9 in Class 5A, got a win against a team that beat them earlier this year as they edged by host Idabel, Oklahoma, 44-42 in an Idabel holiday tournament game late Saturday afternoon.
The Lady Cats got off to a good start and they led 20-7 after the first quarter. Then they saw their lead disappear over the next two quarters. The game was tied 34-34 going into the fourth quarter. The Lady Cats outscored the Lady Warriors, 10-8 in the fourth quarter to take the 44-42 win.
Sadavia Porter led the Lady Cats with 20 points including three three-point baskets. Autumn Tanton had 11 points. Kaylee Jefferson added 8 points. Danielle Godbolt hit a three-pointer and had 3 points. Imani Taylor had 2 points. The Lady Cats were able to win despite so-so shooting. They managed to shoot only 36% hitting 18 of 50 shots. The Lady Cats made 4 of 16 three-pointers for 25%. They made 4 of 8 free throws for 50%. The Lady Cats had 15 turnovers. Jefferson had a team high 10 rebounds. The team grabbed 20. The Lady Cats also had 11 assists and 3 blocks. They had 23 deflections and 16 steals. Taylor had 7 deflections. Porter had 6 steals.
The Lady Cats won two and lost one in the three-day Idabel tourney. The Saturday win improved the team’s season record to 17-3. The Lady Cats, 3-0 in district play, return to district action Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. as they play at home against the Marshall Lady Mavericks.
Wildcats End Play in Allen Invitational; Travel to Marshall Tuesday
The Wildcats’ basketball team , ranked #11 in Class 5A, completed play in the tough In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational Tournament Saturday morning with an 87-76 loss to Jesuit Dallas, the #16 ranked team in Class 6A.
Jesuit led 26-21 after one quarter and slowly built the lead throughout the contest. The Rangers hit 14 three-point baskets.
Keaston Willis led the Wildcats with 24 points including four three-pointers. Victor Iwuakor had 19 points and 14 rebounds including 7 offensive boards. Godsgift Ezedinma scored 12 points including a three-point basket. Day Day Hall and Michael Jefferson had 8 points each. Jefferson also hit two three-point shots. Bryson Lynn also hit a three and had 3 points. Xavier Cork scored 2 points.
The Wildcats won two and lost two in the Allen tournament. They got wins in their first two tournament games, 68-44 over John Paul II of Plano and 56-51 in overtime over El Paso Burges, the #7 ranked team in Class 5A. Against Burges, the Wildcats got 15 points from Ezedinma, 14 from Willis, 12 from Iwuakor, 8 from Jefferson, 4 from Hall and 3 from Lynn.
The Wildcats losses were both to ranked teams in Class 6A, Cibilo Steele and Jesuit Dallas. Cibolo Steele, ranked #15, topped the Wildcats, 60-47. Wildcats Coach Clark Cipoletta noted that the Wildcats led the game at the half and halfway through the third quarter before Iwuakor got in foul trouble. Coach Cipoletta said the Knights finished plays down the stretch and the Wildcats did not. Ezedinma led the Wildcats with 14, Willis added 13, Jerfferson had 8, Dedric Godbolt and Hall scored 2 points each.
The Wildcats are now 18-3 for the season. They are 1-0 in district play and will resume district action next as they travel to play Marshall Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m.
10 Family Friendly Movies to Watch on New Years
By Savannah Owens
As you wait on New Years Eve for the annual Time’s Square Celebration, ball drop, and countdown to 2018, take time to check out these classic films. There is something everyone can enjoy. Depending on your family’s favorite type of genres, you may prefer certain movies to others. Pick your favorite genre to start!
Happy Ending:
While you were sleeping (1995)- This movie is perfect for your Post-Christmas blues. The film follows Lucy, a train token collector, who is a hopeless romantic. When her dream-guy is mugged, and falls on the tracks Lucy doesn’t hesitate to save him. Then at the hospital she’s mistaken for his fiancee while he is in a coma, and meets his crazy-yet-lovable family.
An Affair to remember (1957)- A chance encounter leads to love on a cruise. After the cruise, the couple agrees to meet up at the empire state building six months later. Only one of them doesn’t show…
Forrest Gump (1994)- Follow a simple Alabama native through his perspective on historical events. The Vietnam War, Presidents Kennedy and Johnson, the Watergate scandal, and many others. Learn to appreciate life and focus on the good things in the upcoming year as Forrest uses his many analogies. This quotable movie would be a good idea for families with older kids.
Action:
Ocean’s 11(1960)-World War II veterans, casinos, millions of dollars and the heist of a century. All happening on New Years Eve. It’s the perfect choice for the families that want a laugh while an interesting and fast paced movie. Starring: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. this movie is one you’ll remember for years to come.
Rogue one (2016)-For the family who “just want to watch stuff blow up”. This tale explores duty and sacrifice while following resistance fighter, Jyn Erso and her crew as they try to find and send the plans for the most powerful weapon in the galaxy and send it to the Rebel Alliance. This is a good movie to watch at New Years because of the ties towards our service men and women who have fought and paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. So watch this movie and then pray for and thank those out protecting their country unable to be home for the holidays.
Mystery:
After the Thin Man (1936)-A Private Detective, Nick Charles, and His wife, Nora, investigate the missing husband of Nora’s cousin Selma. As the investigation continues there is hints of a murder! This light-hearted movie is the first in a series about the detective and his wife. It also stars a young Jimmy Stewart.
Comedy:
Holiday (1938)-This classic film is about a man who after getting engaged to a woman, finds out he has much more in common with her outspoken younger sister. Starring Cary Grant, and Katherine Hepburn this film is one that will keep you laughing up until midnight.
Mulan (1998)– I know it’s not the first film that comes to mind about New Years, but this hilarious and empowering film happens around the time of Chinese New Year. And of course the lovable dragon Mushu, voiced by Eddie Murphy, keeps the humor light as the movie continues. Teach the kids about how other cultures celebrate New Years and find what Chinese Zodiac Animal sign everyone has. Order stir-fry or get the whole family involved as you create your own!
Musical:
Holiday Inn-With Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire, you know that the music in this film will be fantastic. Jim and Ted are two entertainers who end up falling for the same girl. It follows the group over the course of a year, and involves elegant holiday magic and comedic pacing. This is perfect if you are still not ready to admit that Christmas is over.
An American in Paris-This upbeat and well-choreographed movie follows Gene Kelly, an veteran who decides to stay in Paris and become a painter. Along the way he meets engaged Lise Bouvier, a cabaret singer, and Milo Roberts an Heiress interested in art. It’s perfect for New Years with it’s new beginnings, maybe some of Gene Kelly’s luck will follow those that watch this movie on New Years.
Whichever movie you decide to watch, we hope you have a terrific New Years and a great start to 2018!
Saltillo Lions Suffer One Point Loss in Boles Tourney
The Saltillo Lions’ basketball team suffered another hard luck one point loss in a Boles holiday tournament Friday. Host team Boles edged by the Lions, 52-51.
The Lions had good opening and closing quarters but they had trouble with Boles in the second quarter. After the Lions led 18-9 after the first quarter, Boles outscored them 21-7 in the second quarter to take a 30-25 halftime lead. Boles increased the lead by one point in the third quarter and it was 40-34 after three quarters. Saltillo outscored Boles 17-12 in the fourth quarter but came up just one point short.
The Lions got a strong game from Trevor Moore who scored 22 points. Walker McGill added 12 points. Also for Saltillo, Matthew Gurley and Levi Hoover both scored 6 points, Branson McGill had 4 points and Lyle Bench added 1 point.
The Lions season record is now 12-14. They will play another game in the Boles tournament Saturday at 11 a.m.
Lady Cats Lose to Choctaw Central of Mississippi
Lady Cats Basketball Coach Jeff Chapman remembers Choctaw Central. When he coached at Idabel in Oklahoma, his team got clobbered by the native American team from Mississippi. Coach Chapman’s current team, the Lady Cats, ranked #9 in Class 5A, suffered their worst loss of the year against Choctaw Central in an Idabel, Oklahoma holiday tournament Friday afternoon, 72-42.
Little seemed to go right for the Lady Cats. Choctaw Central took a 22-9 lead after the first quarter and built the lead throughout the game. One bright spot was the play of Imani Taylor who scored a team high 14 points. Kaylee Jefferson got 13 points. Autumn Tanton added 9 points. Sadavia Porter got 4 points. Danielle Godbolt ended up with 2 points. The Lady Cats shot 41% from the field hitting 16 of 39 shots. They were only 1 of 7, or 14%, from 3-point range. Jefferson hit the three for the Lady Cats. The Lady Cats made 9 of 13 free throws for a respectable 69%. The Lady Cats turned the ball over 25 times. They had 15 rebounds and only 6 assists. The Lady Cats had 13 deflections and 13 steals. Porter had 4 deflections and Godbolt had 4 steals. The Lady Cats had 2 blocks.
The Lady Cats are now 16-3 for the season. They will play another tournament game Saturday at 4 p.m. against either Idabel or Vanoss of Ada, Oklahoma.
Game Day Scrimmages: Wildcat, Lady Cat Soccer
Both the Wildcats and Lady Cats’ soccer teams play their second scrimmage of the season on this Friday (December 29) game day.
The Wildcats were in Kilgore. They had a JV match there Friday morning and the varsity got underway at 12:30 p.m. Thursday evening (December 28) the Wildcats JV and Varsity scrimmaged Royse City at a chilly Gerald Prim Stadium. The Wildcats will conclude the scrimmage portion of their schedule with their annual Alumni Scrimmage Saturday evening (December 30) at The Prim. The JV will play Alumni at 5:30 p.m. Saturday and the varsity contest will follow at around 7 p.m.
For the second day in a row, the Lady Cats’ soccer scrimmaged on the friendly turf of Prim Stadium. They played Pleasant Grove on this game day Friday. There was a JV contest at 11 a.m. and the varsity scrimmage at 12:30 p.m.The Lady Cats scrimmaged Paris on Thursday afternoon. The Lady Cats’ varsity claimed a 4-1 victory. After the scrimmage game, both teams worked on penalty kicks. Friday’s second scrimmage wraps up the scrimmage portion of the schedule for the Lady Cats.
Both the Wildcats and the Lady Cats open regular season play in tournaments that get underway next Thursday.
soccer ball net
Saltillo Lions, Lady Lions Tournament Updates
The Saltillo Lions won one game and lost one in a tournament Thursday (December 28).
The Lions lost a one point heart breaker to North Hopkins, 38-37 and defeated Wolfe City, 69-44 in a Boles tournament. The Lions led North Hopkins by six going into the fourth quarter but got outscored 16-9. The Lions were led by Trevor Moore with 11 points. Walker McGill had 7. Lyle Bench had 6. Chris Boekhorst scored 5. Matt Gurley and Levi Hoover had 4 points apiece.
The Lions outscored Wolfe City in all four quarters to take a solid 69-44 win. Against Wolfe City, the Lions were led by Walker McGill with 22 points. Matt Gurley had 13. Chris Boekhorst added 11. Lyle Bench and Levi Hoover had six points apiece. Ben Moore had 5, Trevor Moore and Branson McGill had 3 points apiece. The Lions play host Boles on Friday (December 29).
The Lady Lions got a win and two losses on the opening day of a Leonard tournament on Thursday (December 28).
The Lady Lions played an early game Thursday losing to Whiteboro on a three point basket right before the buzzer, 46-43. The Lady Lions were up 26-17 at the half. Whitesboro used a big fourth quarter to squeeze out the win. For Saltillo, Jocelyn Ochoa led the way with 14 points. Madison Simmons had 13, Chandler Bain 9, Maddy Smith 4 and Anna Reeder 3.
Later Thursday the Lady Lions rallied to defeat Commerce, 44-30. The Lady Lions jumped out to a good lead and were up 33-19 at the half. The Lady Lions then coasted to victory in the second half. Against Commerce, the Lady Lions were led by Madison Simmons who scored 18 points. Chandler Bain and Maddy Smith scored 6 points each. Anna Reeder and Tori Mobley had 5 points each. Jordan Sustaire and Shelby Matlock had 2 points apiece.
The Lady Lions closed out tournament play with a loss to Whitewright, 53-44. The Lady Lions outscored Whitewright in the fourth quarter but were not able to come all the way back. Madison Simmons had a solid game scoring 25 points. Chandler Bain scored 7. Jordan Sustaire had 4. Tory Mobley scored 3 and Anna Reeder had 2 points. The Lady Lions are now 8-15 for the season. They play next on January 2 versus Bells at home.
