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(Houston) Radio's Jon Matthews pleads guilty to indecency
Houston Chronicle ^

Posted on 06/21/2004 11:17:46 AM PDT by Jalapeno

21, 2004, 11:45AM

Radio's Jon Matthews pleads guilty to indecency

Copyright 2004 Houston Chronicle

Former radio talk show host Jon Matthews, a fixture of the Houston broadcast scene for more than a decade, pleaded guilty today to indecency with a child.

Matthews was accused of knowingly and intentionally exposing his genitals to a girl under the age of 17 on Oct. 9. He was not accused of any contact with the girl.

He could face a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Matthews resigned from KSEV-AM 700 after the allegations surfaced. He had been on the air on Houston radio stations since the mid-1980s, working at KSRR-FM and KPRC-AM before moving to KSEV-AM in March 2001.


TOPICS: Crime/Corruption
KEYWORDS: childmolester; jonmatthews; kingjon; talkradio
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1 posted on 06/21/2004 11:17:47 AM PDT by Jalapeno
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To: Jalapeno

I guess there are no nudist camps in Texas.


2 posted on 06/21/2004 11:19:13 AM PDT by AppyPappy (If You're Not A Part Of The Solution, There's Good Money To Be Made In Prolonging The Problem.)
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To: Flyer; HoustonCurmudgeon

sad Houston ping


3 posted on 06/21/2004 11:20:46 AM PDT by Jalapeno
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To: AppyPappy

Not to be confused with Chris Mathews. he rules. 950AM. ~2pm houston


4 posted on 06/21/2004 11:21:37 AM PDT by mlbford2 (Sorry for spelling errors, I'm a product of a state university)
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To: Jalapeno

This disgusts me. I hope he rots in prison for 10 years.


5 posted on 06/21/2004 11:22:28 AM PDT by wesdale
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To: mlbford2

Uhhh, hold on. I may be confused. There is another mathews. maybe not chris. he's tha msnbc guy. right? I need to go back to bed.


6 posted on 06/21/2004 11:23:17 AM PDT by mlbford2 (Sorry for spelling errors, I'm a product of a state university)
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To: Jalapeno

If this were Bill Clinton so charged, he would NOT have resigned nor would he have pleaded guilty. He would have fought the charges so long and so hard that pretty soon the people would think he was "not guilty."


7 posted on 06/21/2004 11:25:18 AM PDT by Theodore R.
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To: AppyPappy
No, you just need to know where to look:

http://www.nudetravelguide.com/nude-places/detail.php?siteid=22

Hippy Hollow, Austin, Texas, USA

Description

Hippie Hollow is a nice hassle-free place to nude sunbathe on the limestone rock ledges near the water, or float in the water on a raft. The ledges are quite rocky, although most are relatively flat and suitable for laying a towel down upon or setting up lawn chairs. The lake water level varies considerably depending on previous rainfall conditions and the water release rate from Mansfield Dam. This affects how far one must climb to get to the water but the climb is never too difficult. The shore line curves a bit and forms several secluded coves.

To date, the clothing-optional status of Hippie Hollow remains intact, though recently local authorities have limited use of the park to those 18 and over. This was reinforced by the result of a legal opinion issued by a previous county attorney which stated that there was no violation of the state lewd-and-lascivious behavior law because signage was able to adequately warn any visitors that nudity may be encountered within the park.

The most recent rounds of improvements were made to the park in 1997. These included upgraded restrooms, drinking fountains and handrails for some of the access stairs. Also, a commercial vendor has contracted with the county to provide a snack service for Hippie Hollow during the warmer months and has located their trailer close to the main entrance to the trail at the top of the main stairs. Unfortunately, because of this location park visitors must dress (just enough to be legal :) to take advantage of this service.

A modest day-use fee more than covers the cost for these amenities, providing a service for the community - and a profit for Travis County. A day's pass will also permit you to visit any other Travis County Park during the same day.

Friendly park rangers patrol the area to ensure that law and order prevail. Any law enforcement seems to be low key. The rangers genuinely wish to be sure that people can come to Hippie Hollow and have a good time.

The park is open year-round. From April to October, the hours are from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The park closes at 7:30pm during the cooler months. There is a $5.00/vehicle day use fee (or $2.00 for walk-in visitors) and no overnight camping is allowed. No glass containers, pets or open fires are permitted in the park. Check the local weather conditions before heading out. For general information about the park call (512) 266-1644.

Details
State/Province: TX
World Region: North America
Who Can Go: Anyone
Visited By: Mostly Singles some Couples
Nearest City: Austin
(un)Dress Code: Clothing Optional
Status: Official
Directions From Nearest Hwy From Austin take FM 2222
5 miles west of Capitol-of-Texas Highway (Loop 360) to
FM 620. Turn left onto FM 620 and drive to the next
traffic signal at Comanche Trail. Turn right at
Comanche Trail and continue about 2.5 miles. The
Hippie Hollow Park entrance will be on the left.

8 posted on 06/21/2004 11:26:12 AM PDT by Jalapeno
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To: mlbford2

http://www.950kprc.com/chrisbaker.html

Would you be referring to Chris Baker in the 2-6pm time slot on 950AM?


9 posted on 06/21/2004 11:27:20 AM PDT by deport (Don't skinny dip with snapping turtles.)
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To: mlbford2

I think you mean Chris Baker. I'm sure he takes offense at being confused with the loudmouthed Bush bashing Chris Mathews on hardball.


10 posted on 06/21/2004 11:28:40 AM PDT by freedom1st
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To: mlbford2
This is Jon Matthews, of local Houston fame, not Chris "Hardball" Matthews of CNBC/MSNBC fame.

Jon Matthews has been on radio for decades until the charges happened last year.

11 posted on 06/21/2004 11:28:57 AM PDT by Jalapeno
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To: Jalapeno

Very sad.


12 posted on 06/21/2004 11:29:18 AM PDT by Aggie Mama
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To: deport

yes , chris baker. thanks, i thought i was going nuts for a second.


13 posted on 06/21/2004 11:29:25 AM PDT by mlbford2 (Sorry for spelling errors, I'm a product of a state university)
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14 posted on 06/21/2004 11:30:21 AM PDT by Jalapeno
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To: Theodore R.

Just my personal opinion, but this "if it were Bill Clinton" thing has gotten so stale as to be entirely meaningless.


15 posted on 06/21/2004 11:38:06 AM PDT by dmz
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To: Jalapeno
This the same "Matthews" that used to be half of "Moby and Matthews" in about 1980? I seem to remember they used to be on KSRR... or at least I certainly remember them referring to "Kick-Ess Rock & Roll" for some reason...

If so I haven't thought of them in a long time... Moby used to have a band called Moby and the Moonband or somesuch... used to do stupid, goofy songs and parodies...

16 posted on 06/21/2004 11:53:19 AM PDT by Who dat?
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To: Who dat?
This the same "Matthews" that used to be half of "Moby and Matthews" in about 1980?

Yes.

17 posted on 06/21/2004 11:58:04 AM PDT by HoustonCurmudgeon (Some parts of the world are filled with scum)
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To: Jalapeno

Here's the long thread from when he was indicted:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1020414/posts


18 posted on 06/21/2004 12:02:34 PM PDT by PAR35
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To: Jalapeno

Any idea on the plea bargain?


19 posted on 06/21/2004 12:02:45 PM PDT by TXBSAFH (Power corrupts..... Absolute power can be fun.)
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