Three talented student writers, remarkable area women and women important in Texas history were honored on March 9 at the Casino Hall in La Grange.
Billed as 'Women Making History,' the event was sponsored by the League of Women Voters of South Central Texas, with financial support from local businesses and individuals, and drew over a hundred attendees.
Student winners, who received $500 cash awards, read their essays about women who made significant contributions to local or regional history. (1) Amalia 'Molly' Rorschach, of Schulenburg, wrote her essay about Rozine Tilicek, founder of Frank's Restaurant, which from 1927 to 2017 was a prominent business in Schulenburg. (2) Gabriel Dodson of Hallettsville wrote about Margaret Hallett, the Texas pioneer and businesswoman who gave land to found the town of Hallettsville. (3) Mariel Arredondo of Yoakum wrote about Jovita Idar, Mexican- American journalist, human rights activist, and suffragist leader in South Texas.
