One Ranger

Crosstimbers Okie · 08-20-2007, 02:48 AM

Here is an absolutely fabulous book!!

Jackson, One Ranger, University of Texas Press

Read about the author discovering Johnny Rodriguez and helping him get his start. About the exploits of the "See More Kid" in the Texas Hill Country. About the vicious shootings and murder of floaters on the Rio Grande by Mexican youths. About the heroic Rangers who rescued a two year old kidnapping victim. About the Afghani Mujahedin training to fight the Soviet invaders, in West Texas.

Truly enjoyable!!

conkicker241 · 08-25-2007, 02:02 AM

Did you know that Johnny Rodriguez was arrested in Blanchard Oklahoma for possesion of drugs, quite a bit from what I hear. He was in county jail, but bonded out. Not far to go if he gets prison, L*A*R*C is just down the road in Lexington Oklahoma.

Former country star Rodriguez faces drug charges - USATODAY.com

Crosstimbers Okie · 08-25-2007, 02:27 AM

Yeah, Johnny has a drug & alcohol problem. Jackson talks about it in his book. When he discovered Johnny, a 17 year old Johnny was lying drunk & passed out at the side of a road near Garner State Park west of San Antonio. He had left the park to get away from his audience after a night of singing & drinking. The bar ditch up the road from the park entrance was as far as he got before passing out.

The most amazing story in the book is about the "See More Kid." Very entertaining.