Mariann Fisk Laughlin, President "Membership in The Daughters of the Republic of Texas is open to all women who can prove direct lineal descent to a citizen who either fought for or gave aid to the Republic of Texas. Associate memberships are also available to women who have a non-direct ancestral link to a qualifying early citizen of the Republic of Texas, or who are interested in the preservation of our early Texas history. Associate members cannot vote or hold offices. For information contact Mariann Laughlin, president, at truetexaswomen@gmail.com."

2009-2011 Officers of the Baron de Bastrop Chapter of The Daughters of the Republic of Texas (L to R) Alyce Ferguson (Secretary), JoNell Majors (Vice-president), Mariann Laughlin (President), Kay Valenta (Treasurer). Not pictured are Evelyn Wolf (Registrar), Emily Kimbrell (Parliamentarian), Lindsay Johnson (Historian), and Linda Werchan (Chaplin).

March 12, 2010 - Two new members were inducted into the chapter, Patti Mauck and Willie D. Gattis. Both are descended from one of the fallen heroes of the Alamo, Gordon C. Jennings, the oldest known defender. Patti and Willie are proud of their ancestor, and the chapter is proud to have them join. Front row, L to R: Willie D. Gattis; Evelyn Wolf, registrar. Back row, L to R: JoNell Majors, vice president; Mariann Laughlin, president; Patti Mauck; Kay Valenta, treasurer.

Stephen F. Austin's Birthday Luncheon Front Row (L to R) Alyce Ferguson, Evelyn Wolf Back Row (L to R) Mariann Laughlin, Kay Valenta & JoNell Majors

2009 Christmas Party (FR, L to R) Vicky Rose, Mariann Laughlin, JoNell Majors, Frances Godwin, Kay McAnally (BR, L to R) Pat Brannon, Kay Valenta, Rene Tiroff The Baron de Bastrop Chapter of The Daughters of The Republic of Texas held their annual Christmas luncheon at the historic home of attorney Joe Tuck of Bastrop on December 4th. Those attending were Connie Chapman, Fran Godwin, JoNell Majors, Kay McAnally, Kay Valenta, Patricia Brannon, Rene Tiroff, Vicky Rose and Mariann Laughlin The Daughters enjoyed a covered dish luncheon in the dining room, which featured a large, Christmas tree and cabinets filled with antiques. They were then treated to a tour of the home, which was lavishly decorated for the Christmas season. Thanks again to Joe Tuck for allowing the use of his lovely home.

Meetings and Programs 2010/2011 All meetings are on the second floor of the First National Bank, in the Conference room, unless otherwise stated in the program. The bank is located at 501 Hwy. 71 W., Bastrop, Texas. September 10- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Producer Stan Ginsel will speak about his upcoming documentary, "The Baron de Bastrop, Godfather of Texas." / Lunch at Nancy's Steakhouse, 696 Hwy. 71, #304, Bastrop, TX September 11- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Dedication of the Real Daughter medallion for Mary Turner Billingsley at McDade Cemetery, McDade, TX 2:00-4:00 p.m. / Light refreshments afterward October 8- 11:00-12:30 Business meeting / Director Stephanie Jarvis of the French Legation Museum in Austin speaks about the French Legation Museum and The Vision / Lunch at Baxter's, 919 Main Street in downtown Bastrop, TX November 12- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Author William Groneman speaks on "The de la Pena Papers, Fact or Fraud?" Mr. Groneman is a former New York fire captain who was in 9/11. He has also written Alamo Defenders: The People and Their Words and David Crockett: Hero of the The Common Man / Lunch at Anita's Mexican Restaurant 1010 Main Street in downtown Bastrop December 3- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Christmas Luncheon, "It's Christmastime in Texas" covered dish lunch at the First National Bank Conference Room / Welcoming Ceremony for New Members January 14- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Vicky Rose on her "Passle of Ancestors" / Lunch at Maxine's on Main Street in downtown Bastrop, TX February 11- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Mariann Laughlin on "The Early History of the Texas Rangers" / Lunch at the Grace Miller, 706 Pine Street in downtown Bastrop, TX March 11- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Author Ken Kesselus speaks about Bastrop County during the Reconstruction Period. This is noted Bastrop author, Ken Kesselus' new book. We will be privileged to be one of the first to hear it reviewed./ Lunch at Nancy's Steakhouse, 696 Hwy. 71, #304, Bastrop, TX April 8- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Patsy and Janet Namken speak about the Restoration of the Old Stagecoach Inn/the Greenleaf Fisk/Campbell Taylor House in Bastrop. The house is on the National Historic Register & is on the old El Camino Real de los Tejos (1005 Hill Street, Bastrop) / Lunch at Baxter's 919 Main Street / Reminder: Dues are due in May. May 13- 11:00-12:30 Hats and Bonnets Luncheon covered dish at the First National Bank Conference Room / Inauguration of new officers / Alyce Ferguson on "When did Bastrop Get Its Name?" June 10- 11:00-12:30 Business Meeting / Sydna Arbuckle speaks on the History of Hogeye & Elgin / Lunch at The Grace Miller, 706 Pine Street in downtown Bastrop, TX

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