From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Sunday, January
19, 1996
LOCAL
Chris Hand Announces City Commission Plans
Suspect, Victim Sought In Possible Homicide
Nearly News
City Calendar
School Menu
School Calendar
Mothers of Preschoolers Planning Group To Share Common Phases
Ostomy Group Planning Certified Visitor Training
Business Leaders Gain Insight Into Work of Community Clinic
New Hospice Support Group Helps Children Deal With Death
American Kids Talent Search Scheduled Feb. 1
Bodywork Helps Relieve Pain
Hellerwork Founder Sought To Avoid Pain
Support Group To Hear Talk About MS, Fatigu
District Court
Donation Helps Hospice Program
Kay-9 Club Plans Annual Spring Obedience Classes
Bridge Inspections On County Agenda
'Touchable Sculpture' Features Artwork To Be Viewed, Touched
Play Highlights Women Authors
Ponca Tribe Will Expand Health Center
Presidential Party Should Hope for Good Weather
Street Projects On City Agenda
DEATHS
Loyal Wells Holland
Ben Dovel Cowan
Mollie Williams
Eugene Stanley Brown Sr.
Betty J. Trice
Leslie C. Haggard
Marjorie M. Bowen
Hannah Olivia Vassar
Helen Mae Gatz
Services Pending
John M. Lake
NEWS BRIEFS
LIFESTYLES
Red Rose Club Hears Program On Arrangement
Group Watches Australia Video
1942 PCHS Grads Plan 55th Reunion
Karen Sue Smith Weds Keith Raymond Hunter
The International Club Reports On Meetings
Wedding Planned Feb. 15
Pair Planning March Vows
Couple Will Wed Feb. 14
Little News
Miss Hamilton Bride-To-Be
Jennifer Beguin Engaged
Wheatheart Nutrition
Pair Observes Anniversary
Sanders Will Be Honored On Birthday
Singles Network Slates Events
Visions Is Name Of New Salon
Fibromyalgia Support Group Sets Meeting
PrimeTimers Plan Travels
Former Residents Earn Credentials
Lifestyles Ed. Wants Stories
Reception Will Honor Pair
Bodmans Married 50 Years
VFW Groups Sponsoring Competition
Ponca City Happenings
SPORTS
WildCat Wrestlers Struggle
Skaer Gone But Dorsey Shines
Ponca City businessman Chris Hand has announced his intent to seek the City Commission District 2 position.
Offices 2 and 4 will be up for election this year. Dick Bird holds Office 2 while Greg Gregson currently holds Office 4. Filing will be Feb. 3-5 with the election April 1.
Hand has a history of public service involvement, having served on the Ponca City Board of Education and the board of directors of Ponca City Tomorrow and the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce.
Hand currently serves on the Northern Oklahoma College Board of Regents and as an elder at Community Christian Church. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, 1974-1978.
In 1987, Hand established Carpet Specialties, a business he initially launched with only a van.
If elected, Hand intends to support publication of city financial reports and hopes to address the reduction of the city's revenues.
"I believe in taking massive action when a problem arises. I have proven I will make tough decisions and can work within budget constraints," Hand said.
Additionally, the candidate supports the needs of the police and fire departments to ensure the citizen safety. He also wants quality jobs for Ponca City.
"As a representative of the average citizen, I am sensitive to the needs of the entire community, from the elderly, low-income families to the middle and upper classes. Before making a decision, I will consider how issues will affect the entire population," said Hand.
Furthermore, if elected, the entrepreneur plans to learn about every level of the city. He intends to take time to talk to the department employees as well as administrators.
"The busiest people tend to get things done. As a good manager of time, I would like to apply time management skills to the commission," the candidate said.
Hand concluded, "I will not be influenced by special interest groups. I am an independent thinker who will make decisions based on what's best for the citizens."
Hand and his wife, Lisa, have two daughters: Heather, 16, and Halie 2 1/2.
Ponca City police have initiated a search for a possible murder suspect as they also hunt for the body of the suspected victim believed hidden after an incident last Tuesday on the city's south side.
Police Chief Raymond Ham announced Saturday the department wants help to find 24-year-old Hispanic male, 5-feet-7, weighing 150 to 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
The chief said the police determined Friday night that a murder was likely after interviewing several people and obtaining a search warrant to enter a residence in the 900 block of East South Avenue, where evidence was seized.
"Along with this evidence and statements secured, we feel a homicide has been committed," Ham said.
The chief said police already had taken a male subject into custody as a material witness.
They are also looking for the suspected victim, a 33-year-old Hispanic male 5-feet-6 and weighing 185 pounds. He is believed to have been killed by a single gunshot at the residence Tuesday evening and that his body was hidden somewhere close to Ponca City, Ham said.
The chief said the department also is seeking another material witness, 28-year-old woman they believe is traveling with the suspect.
He said the two are believed to have left Ponca City in a faded gray Chevrolet Monte Carlo or similar vehicle in an unspecified direction.
He said the police department on Monday will be requesting a warrant from District Court for the suspect's arrest. He asked that anyone with information regarding this case contact the Ponca City police at 405-767-0370.
Mrs. Marianna Stickel informs NN that she has received her second record cassette, "Wind in the Night Sky" as produced by Tom Hartman, who informed her that already 10,000 of the cassettes are on the market and he would let her know when the video comes out. She said that Jeff Stickel was also on the cassette, and that there were eight number on the top side, and eight on the bottom, which Hartman told her was "a lot better than the rest of the cassettes."
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Helen Crawford tells The News that her son Stephen, better known to many as "The Great Houzini," was seriously injured in an automobile accident last week. "Houzini," a 1977 graduate of Po-Hi, is following his lifelong ambition as a professional magician. His mother said Stephen, who also suffers with Crohn's disease, is recuperating at home and would appreciate cards. His address is 3420 Northwest Fifteenth Street, Oklahoma City 73107.
Items for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon.
Anytime
FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs).
Through January 26
Ponca City Art Association Membership Show, 1-5 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday, Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue.
Today
Community Concert "Black Mountain Mail Choir of Wales," 2:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue.
Monday
Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 8 a.m., City Manager's office, 516 East Grand Avenue.
Ponca City-Stillwater Ostomy Meeting, program by Vera Rogers, 7:30 p.m., Ponca City St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Conference Room B.
Tuesday
Marland Estate Commission, 3:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center.
Thursday
Environmental Trust Authority of Northern Oklahoma, 11:30 a.m., City Manager's Office, 221 West Blackwell, Blackwell.
Alzheimer's Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room D, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.
Saturday
"2 x 4 Productions," 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free.
January 27
Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma.
January 29
Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Planning Conference Room, Fourth Street and Central Avenue, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305.
January 29-February 22
Exhibit "Touchable Sculpture," Ponca City Art Association.
January 31
Chili Supper, Veggie Soup, Hot Dogs, Corn Bread, Cake, Drinks, $4.50 (all you can eat), 5-8:30 p.m., Parish Hall, St. Mary's Church, sponsored by Troop 5, BSA, Cub Pack 15.
February 1
15K (9.3 miles) Groundhog Day race, and 5K fun run, 9 a.m., Lake Ponca Park, race day registration permitted, Entries obtained at Conoco or Bob Kammiller, 405-765-7855 or Don McGovern, 405-762-6106.
American Kids local auditions for Kay, Osage, Payne, Pawnee and Noble counties, 10 a.m., Ponca City Middle School, 1401 West Grand Avenue.
Bluestem Girl Scout Council's Cookie Crunch Off, noon, Ponca Plaza.
Robert Bluestone, classical guitar concert, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, Ponca City.
February 1-March 2
Girl Scout Cookie Sale, 762-9616.
February 6
Terwilliger and Cooperstock violin and piano duo concert, 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, free, open to the public, sponsored by Oklahoma Arts Council and Ponca City Federated Music Club.
February 8
Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., American Legion, 407 West South Avenue, adults $3, children under 12 $1.50, children under 6 free, proceeds to Children and Youth Activities.
88.7 FM Contemporary Christian artists Kathy Troccoli and Phillips, Craig and Dean, with special guest Chris Willis concert, 7 p.m., Hutchins Auditorium, tickets the Master's Touch, $10, call 767-1400 for more information.
"The Ambassador Choir," 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free.
Ronnie Kaye Sock Hop, benefit Kay County Council for Opportunity Center, tickets $12.50 each, from 765-6782, 8 p.m.-midnight, Elks Lodge.
February 10
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Mrs. Mac Bradley "Travel Tours for Seniors,", First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Coolidge, Blackwell.
February 11
Southside Neighbors, 7 p.m., Fourth Street Clubhouse.
February 17
Ponca City-Stillwater Ostomy Meeting, speaker Lavenia Hutchinson, 7:30 p.m., Stillwater Medical Center Board Room.
March 1
Liberty PTA Sixth Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Liberty Elementary School, information call Natalie 767-1429 or Lorinda 762-0459.
March 4
Ponca City Area Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, with Children's Chorale, conducted by Cathy Byard, 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
March 8
Church Women United Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Unity Gym, to benefit Child Development Center, call Tina Barrett 765-3613 for more information.
March 9
Community Concert "Rhythm in Shoes," 2:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue.
March 15
"The Oklahoma City Philharmonic," Poncan Theatre, time to be announced, tickets required.
April 5
Laurette Willis "The Nutty 40s Radio Show," Poncan Theatre, free.
April 14
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Blackwell Police Department "Scams," First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Coolidge, Blackwell.
June 9
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 9 a.m., Installation of Officers, Irene Stone, vice president of OREA, music, Mark and Annie Wynn, Northern Oklahoma College, 1220 East Grand, Tonkawa.
Elementary Breakfast
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Scrambled eggs with blueberry muffins, assorted cold cereal, fruit,
milk.
Wednesday - Honey bun, graham crackers, assorted cold cereal, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Egg and cheese biscuit, honey buns, assorted cold cereal, fruit,
milk.
Friday - Honey bun, graham crackers, assorted cold cereal, fruit, milk.
Elementary Lunch
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Chili or chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, assorted
cold sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Wednesday - Chicken and noodles or philly steak sandwich, carrot and celery
sticks, assorted cold sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Thursday - Amigo burrito or lasagna, green beans, assorted cold sandwiches,
salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Friday - Chicken dinos or bread stix with marinara sauce, whipped potatoes
and gravy, assorted cold sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Middle School and Mid High Breakfast
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Cinnamon raisin biscuits or assorted cold cereal, fruit , juice
and milk.
Wednesday- Biscuits and gravy or assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and
milk.
Thursday - Sausage and egg biscuit or assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice
and milk.
Friday - French toast stix or assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and milk.
Middle School and Mid High
Available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Middle School are Dominos, Taco Bell burritos and Hardees. On Tuesday and Thursday, the school offers Dominos and Taco Bell burritos. Available at the Mid-High on Monday, Wednesday and Friday are Dominos, Taco Bell burritos and Subway Sandwiches. On Tuesday and Thursday are Dominos, Taco Bell burritos and Hardees.
Lunch
Monday- No school
Tuesday - Chili or chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, assorted
cold sandwiches or assorted salads, fruit and milk.
Wednesday - Chicken and noodles or philly steak sandwich, carrot and celery
sticks, assorted cold sandwiches or assorted salads, fruit and milk.
Thursday - Amigo burrito or lasagna, green beans, assorted cold sandwiches
or assorted salads, fruit and milk.
Friday - Chicken dinos, bread stix with marinara sauce, whipped potatoes
and gravy, assorted cold sandwiches or assorted salads, fruit and milk.
High School Lunch
Available every day in the high school cafeteria, the Training Table Deli offers a Pasta Bar, Baked Potato Bar, lean items and fresh fruit. The Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Pizza Inn, Taco Bell burritos, Hardees and Subway.
All American
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, green beans, fresh
fruit.
Wednesday - Pizza pocket, corn, baked beans, fresh fruit.
Thursday - Chili dog, french fries, fresh fruit.
Friday - Macaroni and cheese, green beans, fresh fruit.
Training Table
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Pasta bar, potato bar, deli sandwiches, fresh fruit.
Wednesday - Turkey and dressing, hot rolls, whipped potatoes and gravy,
fresh fruit.
Thursday - Pasta bar, potato bar, fresh fruit.
Friday - Chicken enchiladas, mexi beans, spanish rice, fresh fruit.
McCord Breakfast
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Cereal, toast, juice and milk.
Wednesday - Muffins, juice and milk.
Thursday - Scrambled eggs, toast, juice and milk.
Friday - Breakfast burrito, juice and milk.
McCord Lunch
Monday - No school
Tuesday - Crispy chicken sandwich, fries, dill spear, mixed fruit, cookie
and milk.
Wednesday - Steak fingers, potatoes and gravy, sliced carrots, pineapple
rings, hot roll milk.
Thursday - Pig-n-blanket, scalloped potatoes, green peas, milk, cherry cobbler.
Friday - Lasagna, mixed vegetables, sliced peaches, french bread, milk.
Pioneer Technology Center
Tuesday - Chicken fried steak, chef's grilled chicken, fettucini alfredo
assorted vegetables, breads and desserts.
Wednesday - Savory swiss steak, chicken kiev, pork stir fry, assorted vegetables,
breads and desserts.
Thursday - Mexican casserole, fajitas, fish of the day, assorted vegetables,
breads and desserts.
The cafeteria at Pioneer Technology Center is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to noon. The cafeteria is also open to the public.
Po-Hi
January 20
January 21
January 22
January 23
January 25
January 26
No Activities.
A new organization - Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) - is forming in Kay County, and will hold its first meeting Feb. 10 at 9 a.m. in the Williamsburg Parlor at Ponca City First Baptist Church, Fifth Street and Oklahoma Avenue. All mothers of preschoolers are encouraged and invited to attend.
MOPS is an international organization designed for mothers with children under school age, infant through kindergarten. The focus and aim of MOPS is to provide encouragement, support, teaching, and friendship for mothers in a relaxed atmosphere of sharing, caring and fun.
Each meeting has a special time for devotion, fellowship sharing with each other, and making a craft. Additionally, during the mothers' meeting times, the children are in an program of their own which is developmentally designed for each age group and is called MOPPETS.
Recently 24 mothers, not all the same ages, but all in the same phases of life with similar needs, met in an organizational meeting and formed the Kay County MOPS group. From this meeting a steering committee was formed, which will coordinate the future MOPS meetings and planning.
MOPS officers are coordinator Tammie Barham; co-coordinator-publicity Toni Cloud; finance, Debora Gooch; hospitality, Sandy Lake; crafts, Pam McGovern; discussion groups, Lesa Bailey; MOPPETS, Kristi Myers; and Titus Woman, Sarah Myers. The Titus Woman is responsible for leading the devotional time at each meeting and her position is based on the scripture, Titus 2: 1-5.
MOPS will meet every second and fourth Monday in the Williamsburg Parlor. All mothers of preschoolers are invited and welcome at the meetings.
Please call Tammie Barham at (405) 762-6794 or Toni Cloud at 765-8522 for more information or to make your child care reservations.
The Ponca City-Stillwater Ostomy Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Conference Room B.
The program, under the direction of Bill Drew, education chairman, will be presented by Vera Rogers. Refreshment will also be served by Joanna Morris.
A recent report of the groups activities included a successful Christmas dinner served family style, a gift exchange and cakewalk. The cakewalk proceeds were donated to Chapter funds.
A Certified Visitor training session for learning how to counsel with new ostomy patients is planned for this spring by Bill Drew, Stillwater chapter. Ponca City members are especially encouraged to attend since most were not members of the group at the last training session two years ago. Members already certified should also attend every two years to renew certification. The group provides support for both patients and family involved in ostomy procedures.
The Ponca City-Stillwater Ostomy Association is a chapter of the United Ostomy Association and meets the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. In odd-numbered months the group meets in Ponca City and in even-numbered months at Stillwater.
Other events scheduled for the year for members and interested persons include the Feb. 17 meeting with Lavenia Hutchinson as speaker at Stillwater Medical Center Board Room in Stillwater; the International Ostomy Association World congress at Calgary, Albert, Canada, June 16-19; and the UOA Annual Conference in Anaheim, Calif. on Aug. 20-23.
Membership in the support group is $20 and is open to anyone interested in the group. Programs include instructions and personal guidelines for managing ostomy surgical procedures, reports on new equipment available, emotional and physical management, and much more.
Individuals interested in more information about the Ostomy Association, colostomies, urostomies, and other alternative surgeries may view the information pages on computer web site at http://www.pcok.com/~bobbau/uoa/ or call president, Bob Baumel at (405) 765-0050 after 5 p.m.
Representatives of Ponca City's business and industry braved the snow and blustery winds Wednesday to learn more about St. Joseph Regional Medical Center's Community Clinic. The luncheon provided insight to local employers about medical services their employees or employee's families may be eligible to receive at the clinic.
Sr. Mary Kay Liston, director of Mission Development for SJRMC, welcomed the attendees and gave a brief history of the clinic. "The Community Clinic is what several physicians have referred to as Ponca City's 'best-kept secret' as far as a community service is concerned," said Liston. "We want to get the message out to those people who qualify, that medical care is available at the clinic."
The Community Clinic was established in November 1993, providing children's health care through the cooperative efforts of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and the Kay County Health Department. Adult services were added in March of 1994.
The clinic provides medical care for those established residents of Ponca City who do not have any medical coverage. While many employers provide health insurance for their employees, the cost of family coverage may be too high for the employee to afford.
"The clinic is designed to serve the working poor families of our community," said Liston. "Through the volunteer efforts of our dedicated physicians, nurses, lab techs and office personnel, we provide these services."
Glenda McDonald, coordinator of the Community Clinic, gave a brief overview of clinic services and then answered several questions from business leaders. "We want people to know there is a way to receive medical care for non-emergency situations without going to the Emergency Department," said McDonald. "By treating illnesses before they become emergencies, the clinic helps families nip serious problems in the bud. And these families really seem grateful."
The children's clinic most often treats the typical range of pediatric illnesses - ear infections, sore throats, rashes and other conditions. Diagnoses in the adult clinic range wider and tend to be of a chronic, often more serious nature.
"Because of the services at the Community Clinic, many people who previously put off caring for a medical problem are now receiving treatment," added McDonald.
Sallie Shirley, SJRMC patient financial counselor, provided insight for the business leaders about how the payment schedule works.
"This is not a free clinic, and all families must be screened to determine their eligibility," said Shirley.
Clinic patients pay for services on a sliding scale with $2 per visit the minimum amount charged. "Several factors are considered when figuring what percentage a family will pay, including annual income, other medical bills and living expenses," continued Shirley. "Also, families must show they have lived in Ponca City for 90 days or more, to utilize the services of the clinic."
Screenings are scheduled monthly for Thursday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m.
Most of the business representatives felt they had employees who could qualify for the clinic's services. All took several of the informational brochures to share with their employees.
"This service will help some of our people greatly," said Dan Sims of Personnel Staffing Inc. "We plan to make the brochures available to our employees. It's a great service I didn't even know existed, until today."
The clinic is located in the Medical Arts Building, south of the Medical Center. The children's clinic is open on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. Adults are seen Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6 to 8 p.m.
Sister Liston believes the Community Clinic has improved the quality of life for many local families. "With the help of these employers, more families may find the medical care they need. We look forward to helping and serving those people."
Individuals and groups who are interested in helping the Community Clinic may do so by volunteering services or donating office or medical supplies. For more information, please call Sr. Mary Kay Liston, at SJRMC, 765-3321.
The new Hospice Children's Support Group was recently formed for children ages 7-12, who have experienced the death of a family member or friend.
Debra Brock, founder of the Raindrops Support Group for families who have lost children, says, "The group is not a therapy lesson, but a safe haven where grieving kids can interact, share experiences, play, draw, and learn to get along in live without a loved one."
One of the interesting mascots of the group is a big, soft, squishy dog named "Permission."
"When a child is holding Permission, he/she knows feelings can be shared with no consequences - and the kids do share," continued Brock.
Another group - for teens who have experienced the death of a family member or friend - will begin soon. As an outreach program, Hospice of Ponca City recently sponsored a Tree of Life at Po-Hi as a place where teens could face their grief and remember their loved ones. The tree was not a fund-raiser.
"Many Raindrops children were remembered on the tree by students and staff members at Po-Hi," said Brock. "Anyone who wished, could write the name of a deceased loved one on an ornament and place it on the tree."
Citizens who have a child who might be interested in either the teen or the children's support group may call Hospice at 762-9102.
American Kids: The Little League of Entertainers talent search for Kay County performers will be held in Ponca City, Feb. 1, at Ponca City Middle School, 1401 West Grand, beginning at 10 a.m.
American Kids talent search in vocal, dance, instrumental and theater arts. is open to all area youth through high school seniors.
All acts will be auditioned in the Ponca City Middle School auditorium, where a full stage, lighting, professional sound system, and a piano, are available. Most acts will have a time limit of three-minutes 15-seconds, except for production dance with a six-minute limit. All acts will be critiqued and a copy will be available to participants at the end of the day.
Some added features at this year's talent search includes drawings throughout the day for cash gifts and prizes.
American Kids Inc. is a 15-year-old non-profit group organized to promote and develop youth talent. Previous members have progressed to win at Star Search, perform at Opryland, Disneyworld, and recently in Branson, Mo. A national competition of overall top talent will be held at Silver Dollar City in Branson this summer.
For more information, interested youth or parents may call Jim or Cheryl Goldman, local coordinators, at (405) 765-0768.
Coordinators in Osage, Payne, Pawnee and Noble counties will also be seeking talent in vocal, dance, instrumental and theater arts soon.
By LAURA TREADWAY
News Staff Writer
A special form of bodywork known to relieve chronic pain and stress is performed by one of Ponca City's own. Lilly M. Freeman is one of two Oklahomans practicing Hellerwork.
Hellerwork, named for its founder, Joseph Heller, is a highly developed form of bodywork designed to give clients increased energy, vitality, fitness, improved posture and body shape, greater flexibility and ease of movement, reduced pain, improved athletic ability and enhanced awareness of the body. It consists of deep tissue bodywork and movement education to help relieve built up tension and rigidity.
After receiving physical therapy and regular massage for pain, Freeman found a Hellerwork practitioner who helped her get relief from continuous aches. She found that regular massage therapy relaxed the surface muscles, however, did not address deeply enough.
Furthermore, she felt something was missing from physical therapy sessions. Freeman realized that keying into work which co-mingles psychology and physical therapy provided the answer. She found herself drawn to study and share the new-found therapy with others. Freeman has been practicing this speciality for two years.
Freeman works with connective tissues called fascia, which are sheaths of tissue wrapped around organs and muscles in the body. In its natural state, fascia is a loose, moist tissue. Under continual stress and lack of movement, the tissue becomes dry and looses its elasticity. The sheaths then begin to "glue" themselves together, causing stiffness and tension which impede and reduce the range of movement.
When the body is under stress or establishes a pattern, the muscles begin to knot. Three main factors which cause movement patterns to become imbalanced, according to Hellerwork International are: ongoing physical stresses, ongoing attitudes and emotions and incidents of physical trauma.
Hellerwork practitioners work to restore the elasticity, separating the sheaths. According to Freeman, the more aligned the body is, the less stress the body will have. The certified practitioner says how a person carries their body, walks, stands and sits as well as breathing patterns affect the body.
Initially, Freeman accesses basic structural restrictions that may be present in a client's fascia. Each session focuses on one of seven basic body areas: chest and ribcage, feet and legs, arms and sides, inner legs, core base and abdomen and back as well as face, head and neck.
Therapy consists of 11 one-hour sessions, however, the work can always be continued to address issues as they emerge in the body, said Freeman. Therapy is designed to unwind the body, releasing the structure to its original upright position.
Though Hellerwork is not a treatment for any disease or for any specific condition, Freeman's clients claim to feel better-connected with life, emotionally and physically stronger, more aware of how they use their bodies in day-to-day activities and improved efficiency of daily tasks as well as a flexibility they haven't felt in years.
"Changing the structure (of the body) is not enough," said Freeman. "We need to educate clients how to move their bodies, to use their bodies more efficiently so they expend less energy."
In addition, awareness of one's feelings is important in telling a person who they are, according to Freeman. "If the information is not coming from inside you, then it is coming from outside and may not be in harmony with who you are," she said. "When the body is taunt with tension, feelings can't reverberate through it. Hellerwork can contribute to this increased feeling awareness," said the practitioner.
Additionally, Hellerwork complements chiropractic, yoga or counseling programs. Clients have been referred to Freeman from psychologists, medical doctors, chiropractors as well as from clients experiencing the work.
Practitioners complete 1,250 hours of training as well as extensive training in anatomy, movement, psychology and energy systems.
Prior to her Hellerwork training, Freeman was a water microbiologist for the state of Kansas. She graduated from Panhandle State College with a B.S. in biology and pursued master studies in water microbiology.
Freeman holds membership in clubs including Bodywork and Massage Professionals, the Newcomers, and the Pioneer Toastmasters. She also works with the local fibromyalgia support group.
"My purpose is to deliver precise, structural, deep tissue bodywork and provide movement education, including dialogue about the body and mind," the Hellerwork therapist said.
For more information or for a complimentary consultation, call Freeman at 762-9027.
By LAURA TREADWAY
News Staff Writer
Hellerwork, named for its founder, Joseph Heller, is a highly developed form of bodywork designed to give clients increased energy, vitality and fitness, improved posture and body shape, greater flexibility and ease of movement, reduced pain, improved athletic ability and enhanced awareness of the body. It consists of deep tissue body work and movement education to help relieve built up tension and rigidity.
Whereas regular massage works primarily on the muscles, Hellerwork focuses on the fascial tissues that surround the muscles. Another difference between Hellerwork and massage is that Hellerwork deals with the structure of the body. It is designed specifically to realign the body, according to Heller.
Heller designed his own system of work because he did not believe that Rolfing needed to be painful. Also, the bodywork helps to create an awareness of the area of the body being worked on and body movement lessons are introduced to each client.
According to Heller, the perfectly aligned bodies people are given at birth become tightened and distorted through habits of incorrect movement, posture and holding in of emotions. An aligned body is well supported by gravity, whereas an unbalanced body feels gravity and stress.
All certified practitioners exercise the true meaning of responsibility (the ability to respond) and the qualities of openness, compassion and service that make Hellerwork a touching experience.
Born in Poland in 1940, Heller received his early education in Paris. He immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 16, and settled in Los Angeles, Calif. In 1962, he graduated from Cal Tech, and began working as an aerospace engineer for NASA.
In 1972, Heller gave up engineering and trained with Dr. Ida Rolf to become a Rolfer. After studying with Judith Aston, the creator of Aston-Patterning, in 1973, Heller became a Structural Patterner. He pursued advanced training from Rolf and Dr. Brugh Joy, a noted physician, author, and innovator in the field of preventive medicine and the use of energy as a means of healing. He was the first president of the Rolf Institute.
As a result of his expertise and training in structural integration, movement education and body energy awareness, Heller developed his own form of bodywork. In 1978, he left the Rolf Institute and moved to Mt. Shasta, Calif., where he founded Hellerwork and began training certified practitioners.
According to Sandra Sullivan, director of practitioner relations at Hellerwork International headquarters, Heller remains an active practitioner and involved in training. Sullivan confirmed that practitioners must complete 1,250 hours of training. Additionally, they must complete six hours of continuing education each year to maintain their certification.
In the United States, Hellerwork International has certified 225 practitioners. An additional 75 work internationally, the director confirmed.
The Ponca City Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm.
The program will be "Living Successfully With Fatigue."
MS, a disease that attacks the central nervous system, often includes chronic fatigue as one of its symptoms. This can lead to depression, frustration, and strained relationships with family and friends.
Beth Wright, diagnosed with MS in 1990 while in nursing school at Oklahoma City University, will lead the program and discussion. She will offer ways in which she has learned to live successfully with the fatigue and constant tiredness of MS. While living with her disability, she is active as a pastor's wife, youth director, and mission team worker.
Patients, caregivers, and health professionals are welcome to the MS Support Group. Meetings are on the third Monday of each month. For information, call 765-6738 or 765-6432. The Ponca City group is affiliated with the Oklahoma Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
District Court
Ponca City
Divorces Granted
Lorraine Diane Blochowiak vs. Charles Phillip Blochowiak.
Sheri Ann Chambray vs. Larry Samuel Chambray.
Dolly Ruth Beamer vs. Justin Beamer.
Joyce Ann Bentham vs. Fred LeRoy Bentham.
Perry A. Bruner vs. Tamra Lynn Bruner.
Lorene Elda Petree vs. David Lewis Petree.
Angela L. Blackburn vs. Darren M. Blackburn.
Ponca City Wal-Mart associates recently presented a large donation to Hospice of Ponca City. The check represented a percentage of Ponca City Wal-Mart sales on Saturday, Nov. 30, between 7 a.m. and noon.
Wal-Mart associates chose to earmark the proceeds for Hospice in recognition of the service the organization is making in the community. "We can't thank the associates and Wal-Mart enough for this gift," says Melody Lahann, administrative director. "The number of patients we serve has been increasing dramatically over the past years, and so has the number of community people we have helped with loan of equipment as well as grief support. Hospice of Ponca City could not do this without the help of individuals and businesses like Wal-Mart."
"Thanks to the support from our customers, we are proud to give Hospice of Ponca City some of the recognition and financial support it deserves, said Doug Nichting, manager of the Ponca City Wal-Mart store. This season marks the fourth year Wal-Mart has donated a percentage of holiday sales to local charities.
Lahann says the money will be used to fund the Hospice bereavement program, which is open to anyone in the community, as well as to help provide needed care and supplies for the terminally ill in the area.
Kay-9 Dog Training Club of Ponca City will begin its annual spring obedience classes Feb. 17, at the South Avenue National Guard Armory.
Trained instructors will teach the owners to train themselves and their dogs. Skills to be learned include giving praise, having a positive attitude and tone of voice, giving proper enthusiastic commands, getting to know the dog better and having fun.
In addition, the dogs will learn to socialize with other dogs and people while remaining confidently at the owner's side. The will be taught to remain quiet and non-aggressive. Also, dogs will sit, stay, come when called, walk in heel position and about-turn. Most importantly, the dog will be taught to love its owner for making him responsible and giving him purpose.
Renowned author Robert F. Jones says, "The secrets of successful training are really quite simple. You must be patient, repeating the lessons over and over until they become second nature to the pup. Whenever the pup does well, reward him with praise. Dogs are very sensitive to tones of voice..."
The trainers, apprentices and members of the Kay-9 Dog Training Club hope individuals will join them for fun and informative classes held in the controlled environment indoors at the Armory.
The club is a non-profit organization. The $40 fee covers equipment, materials, sending instructors and apprentices to training seminars, providing public services and paying other club expenses.
None of the instructors are paid for teaching. Interested dog owners should come to meetings held the first Thursday of each month.
To attend, all dogs must have proof of current vaccination. There is no age limit, since dogs of any age can benefit.
The nine-week classes begin with registration and orientation without the dog from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Applications may be picked up from local veterinarians or by calling Ruth Daugherty at 762-5690 or Mary Garrison at 762-7360.
NEWKIRK - The Kay County Board of County Commissioners' regular weekly meeting will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the county courthouse.
The commissioners will consider approval of a $4,986 claim from Brawley Engineering for payment of bridge inspections and a $1,620.09 claim for reimbursement of December food stamp issuance.
In other business, the board will consider action on a notice of hearing application to vacate an alley and will consider approval of cash fund appropriation requests.
"Touchable Sculpture," an exhibit of 74 highly-detailed lifecast sculptures, will be on exhibit at the Ponca City Art Center Jan. 29-Feb. 23.
The sponsors, Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council and Conoco Inc., invite viewers - both sighted and visually impaired - to experience the features of a famous personality, the beauty of a dancer's step and the physical strength of an athlete.
"Touchable Sculpture" presents the opportunity for special audiences to "view" contemporary political figures, such as presidents George Bush and Jimmy Carter, and entertainers Clint Eastwood, Stevie Wonder, Whoopie Goldberg, and the Alvin Alley dancers.
"Touchable Sculpture" is fully accessible and allows special audiences, including people who are blind, to experience artwork through the sense of touch. The Exhibit is accompanied by Braille brochures, Braille identification labels, a Braille introductory text panel, and an audiotaped tour.
A special reception in honor of the exhibit will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, at the Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Ave.
"Touchable Sculpture" is organized by the Touch Foundation and toured by Exhibits USA. The purpose of Exhibits USA is to create access to an array of arts and humanities exhibitions, nurture the development and understanding of diverse art forms and cultures, and encourage the expanding depth and breadth of cultural life in local communities.
Exhibits USA, a national division of Mid-America Arts alliance, is sponsored by the Lila Wallace-Readers Digest Fund and numerous other contributors.
The Ponca City Art Center is open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Special arrangements for group tours for schools or other organizations can be arranged by calling Barbara Younger at (405) 762-3695.
"A Voice of My Own," a play by Elinor Jones, will be performed at the Poncan Theatre Saturday at 7:30 p.m., hosted by The Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council and Conoco Inc. Admission is free.
"A Voice of My Own" is a theatrical overview of the lives and works of 11 women authors. Such authors as Mary Shelly, Virginia Woolf and Harriet Beecher Stowe are presented as a "collage of voices" by the five-member acting company. The play highlights the significance and contributions of these authors, as well as the adversity and obstacles each had to surmount to be published.
The play, is to be presented by 2X4 Productions of Norman the only all-female touring theater company in Oklahoma. Originally entitled "The Other Half," the play was produced and toured extensively by John Houseman's The Acting Company of New York.
2X4 Productions actresses appearing in "A Voice of My Own" are Sheryl L. Martin and Kym E. Bracken of Norman; Sue Ellen Reiman and Kelly Riha of Oklahoma City; and Kathleen Hope of Sulphur.
2X4 Productions is a professional touring theater company on the roster of the Oklahoma Arts Council Touring Program. The council provides matching funds to qualified community sponsors to bring this and other 2X4 Productions offerings to communities throughout Oklahoma.
This touring production is co-sponsored by the Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council, the Oklahoma Arts Council Touring Program, and Conoco Inc. For more information about the free performance of "A Voice of My Own," please contact Barbara M. Younger, 762-3695.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded the Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma $554,167 to expand and renovate the White Eagle Health Center, according to A. Lionel LeClair, tribal chairman.
The White Eagle Health Center, located six miles south of Ponca City on Highway 177, provides outpatient health care and preventative services to eligible Native Americans living in the north central part of Oklahoma.
The White Eagle Health Center was built by the Ponca Tribe in 1976 on a loan obtained through local bank financing. The Ponca Tribe contributed $261,000 to the project for expansion and renovation.
A proposed expansion of 3,900 square feet is being projected for adequate space to efficiently function in providing patient care. A reconfiguration of the current space of 6,700 square feet will be renovated integrating a plan for improvement for the Health Center.
Road Funding
Tribal officials also announced the recent contract award from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Branch of Transportation, for a road construction project.
The Ponca Tribal Roads project will be awarded in two phases. The project described will be road rehabilitation of approximately 6.5 miles described as EW25.5 extending 2.0 miles east to U.S. 177, NS331 extending 2.5 miles south from U.S. 60, and EW26 beginning at Oklahoma 156 extending east 1.5 miles and north 0.5 miles and replacement of a bridge over the Bois D'Arc Creek, located 1.0 miles east of Oklahoma 156 and 3.0 miles south of U.S. 177 in Kay County.
The first phase will include the design stage for the road rehabilitation and has already been awarded in the amount of $200,600.
The second part will be the construction phase for the road rehabilitation. The total project cost is estimated to be approximately $2.4 million.
By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
When William (Bill) Jefferson Clinton takes the oath of office for the 43rd presidency of the United States on Monday, he should hope the weather is good.
Because one president and one former first lady died of pneumonia as the result of inauguration activities. William H. Harrison died about a month after his own inauguration and Abigail Powers Fillmore developed pneumonia as a result of the inauguration events of Franklin Pierce, who followed her husband, Millard Fillmore, as president.
Clinton, who will be sworn in for a second term, joins 17 other presidents who were elected for a second four-year term as president of the United States.
Those two-termers include Clinton's namesake Thomas Jefferson. Others were George Washington, James Madison, James Monroe, Andrew Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, Grover Cleveland, William McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Calvin Coolidge, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, Dwight D, Eisenhower, Lyndon Johnson, Richard M. Nixon and Ronald Reagan.
Those dying while in office in a second term included Abraham Lincoln and William McKinley. Both were assassinated. James R. Garfield and John F. Kennedy were assassinated during their first term. Franklin D. Roosevelt died in office, while serving his fourth term.
Vice Presidents
Vice Pres. Al Gore, who is expected to seek the job of president on the Democrat ticket in the year 2000, could join former vice presidents who became presidents. Among those were Thomas Jefferson, who was first elected to the office in 1801. John Tyler became president after Harrison's death in 1841.
Millard Fillmore was elevated to president after Zachary Taylor died in office in 1850. Chester Alan Arthur finished out the term of James R. Garfield in 1881. Calvin Coolidge took over the office when William G. Harding died. Truman became president when Roosevelt died in office. Truman was then elected to a term of his own.
Nixon, who was vice president during both of Eisenhower's terms, later became president, serving one full term. During his second term he made history by being the first president to resign from the office.
Lyndon B. Johnson automatically became president when John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Johnson later won a term of his own. His vice president, Spiro Agnew, resigned under fire and Gerald R. Ford became vice president and later president, when Nixon resigned. Ford pardoned Nixon and this probably led to his defeat for a term on his own by Democrat Jimmy Carter.
After serving two terms as vice president in the Reagan administration George Bush became a one-term president, losing to Clinton.
Charles Curtis
Republican vice president Charles Curtis did not become president, but had area ties in Oklahoma and Kansas. He was second in command during Herbert Hoover's presidency, 1929-1933.
Curtis, a member of the Kaw Tribe, was hailed in Oklahoma during his run for the vice presidency as "the Father of Oklahoma," for his work regarding Indians during his years in Congress.
During the 1928 campaign, Curtis visited Ponca City, traveling on a "Curtis Special" train. Accompanying Curtis was L.H. Wentz, who became a national Republican Committeeman for Oklahoma.
Wentz, according to the 1928 news story, had made arrangements for appearances in Ponca City, Kaw City and Pawnee.
In Ponca City Curtis was met at the train by prominent members of the local GOP, and George L. Miller of the 101 Ranch sent an elephant from the Wild West Show to greet the vice presidential candidate.
After a parade, Curtis spoke at the new Poncan Theatre. Wentz had arranged for outside amplification for the overflow crowd. Prior to the speech, the Ponca City band played for 30 minutes. After the presentation at the Poncan a private luncheon was held at the Jens Marie Hotel.
The train then preceded to Kaw City and Pawnee, accompanied by members of the national and local press, as well as, five members of the Ponca City High School Journalism class.
Curtis was related to the Pappan families in this area.
Presidential Visitors
Other visitors to Ponca City of presidential stature include Theodore Roosevelt, who was a guest at the 101 Ranch during his presidency. Ronald Reagan, who was about to announce his candidacy for presidency, was the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce banquet speaker in 1978 and Gerald Ford also was a Chamber banquet speaker.
President Clinton and Mrs. Clinton were guests here at the Marland Mansion Renaissance Ball in 1980, when he was governor of Arkansas.
Also Lyndon Johnson, while he was president, had flown to the area in a small plane, and landed at a local ranch to visit with friends. A narrowly-defeated presidential contender, Thomas Dewey, who was beaten by Truman, was feted here at the old Rock Cliff Country Club at a reception hosted by Lew Wentz.
Although Jimmy Carter never visited Ponca City, both his mother, known as Miz Lillian, and his wife, Rosalynn, spent some time here.
Bob Dole, who was a contender in the recent presidential election, has been here several times and his wife, Elizabeth, was the recipient of the Pioneer Woman Award from the Marland Estate.
In a work session Monday, the Ponca City Board of Commissioners plans to discuss future street projects for the city.
In addition, commissioners will review the Virginia Avenue lighting project assessment costs to residents and discuss resident comments made at the board meeting on Jan. 13.
Also, the board will determine what post election questions to include
in a survey related to the recent general obligation bond project, which
citizens defeated in December.
DEATHS
BLACKWELL - Loyal Wells Holland, longtime Blackwell-Braman area resident, died Friday, Jan. 17, 1997, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. He was 72.
A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Blackwell with the Rev. Joseph Burger, officiating. The funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Blackwell with the Rev. Burger officiating. Burial will be in the Braman (Okla.) Cemetery with flag presentation by members of the Blackwell American Legion and VFW. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, then the casket will be closed.
Loyal Wells Holland was born June 20, 1924, in Blackwell, the son of Cullen Gray and Willie Karr (Wells) Holland. He grew up and attended schools in Blackwell, graduating in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific Theater during World War II.
Following his discharge he returned to Blackwell and married Stella Marie Sheik on Nov. 17, 1947 in Newkirk. The couple established their home on a farm north of Blackwell, where they have since lived and farmed. In 1957, he began employment with the City of Blackwell Light and Water Department, later becoming plant superintendent. After his retirement from the City in 1986, he continued farming until 1993. Holland was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Blackwell, and held life memberships in the Blackwell Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion.
Survivors include his wife, Stella M. Holland of Braman; two daughters, Janice Langston of Chesapeake, Va., and Cheryl Martin of Edmond; one son, Daryl Holland of Edmond; one brother Joe Holland of Norman; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sue Barnett; his parents; and one brother Dempsey Holland.
Casket bearers will be John Martin, Joel Martin, Clint Martin and Ron Barnett.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Holland's name to Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Diabetes Fund, 825 N.E. 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-5097.
FAIRFAX - Ben Dovel Cowan, Fairfax resident, died Friday afternoon, Jan. 17, 1997, at the Fairfax Memorial Hospital. He was 87.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Hunsaker Wooten Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Bill Bray, pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery at Ralston. Friends may visit at the funeral home until service time.
Ben Dovel Cowan was born June 20, 1909, in Russell, Ark., the son of Zeb and Julia Ann Cowan. He attended schools in Arkansas.
On Sept. 16, 1926, he was married to Nina Mullins in Arkansas. Mr. Cowan worked as a ranch hand. Nina Mullins preceded him in death on Oct. 11, 1975.
On Sept. 3, 1976, he was married to Bessie Phelps in Perry. He attended the Pentecostal Church and was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge. Mullins enjoyed fishing, camping and playing dominoes.
Survivors include his wife, Bessie, of the home; three sons, Wallace of Choctaw, Nolan of Hominy, and Benjie of Ponca City; two daughters, Betty Duggan of Derby, Kan. and Lilly Book of Shidler; three step-daughters, Bessie Brown, Frankie Haney and Willa Cowan, all of Ponca City; three step-sons, Earl Phelps and Robert Phelps, both of Fairfax and Dean Phelps of Shidler; 28 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; 30 great-great grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
In addition to his first wife and parents, he was preceded in death by three sons, Claude, Elmer and Robert; one grandson; and three brothers.
Grandsons will serve as casket bearers and honorary bearers will be J.D. Harrison Jr. and Willis Franke.
The family will be at the Ben Cowan home in Fairfax.
Mollie Williams, longtime Ponca City resident, died Thursday evening, Jan. 16, 1997, at the Highland Nursing Center in Ponca City. She was 87.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, at Trout Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Larry Calvert, pastor of Ranch Drive Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in the Ponca City IOOF Cemetery.
Mollie (Short) Williams was born April 22, 1909, in Cheyenne, Okla., the 11th child of 12 children born to Arlington and Elora (Mathney) Short. She attended schools in Guthrie.
On March 1, 1926, she was married to Harley Lee Williams in Newkirk and the couple established their home in Ponca City. The couple celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary before his death on March 8, 1977. Mrs. Williams was a member of the First Christian Church, where she was active in the Loyal Beran Sunday School Class. She enjoyed country music and playing dominoes and in younger days, dancing, and roller skating.
Survivors include one daughter Mrs. Denny (Wanda) Hunt of Ponca City; one sister, Dot Hutson of Ponca City; one daughter-in-law; five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by one son, Dale Wayne; five brothers; and five sisters.
Casket bearers will be grandsons, Elmer Feathers, Bill Feathers, Shane Feathers, Ron Hunt, Brandon Hunt, and Cody Hunt.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Williams' name to the Ranch Drive Baptist Church, Route 4, Box 294, Ponca City, OK 74601.
The family will be at the home, 152 Ranch Drive.
Eugene Stanley Brown Sr., Ponca City area resident, died Thursday Jan. 16, 1997, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Ponca City. He was 68.
A prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. today at the Ponca Tribal Cultural Center. Monday at noon, a traditional Indian feast will be served followed by a 2 p.m. service. The Rev. Ted Freeman and the Rev. George Miller will officiate. Burial will be in the Ponca Indian Tribal Cemetery under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. Flag folding presentation will be performed by members of the American Legion White Eagle Post 38.
Eugene Stanley Brown Jr. was born Aug. 4, 1928, to Lamont and Sadie (No Ear) Brown. He received his education in the Pawnee Indian School and at Fort Sill in Lawton. Brown served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1951.
Well known for his Native American straight dancing, Brown also served as vice-chairman of the Ponca Tribal Council and served as American Legion Post 38 Commander.
Survivors include eight sons, Allen Blue Back and Eugene S. Brown Jr., both of Ponca City, Edward Brown of Billings, Curtis Brown of Blackwell, Phillip Brown Sr. of South Dakota, Lamont Brown II of Stillwater, Kenneth Brown Sr. of Ponca City, and Cody Brown of Macy, Neb.; four daughters, Martha Brown, Eugenia Brown Warrior, and Teresa Brown, all of Ponca City and Alice Brown Warrior of Stillwater; 47 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Casket bearers will be Allen Blue Back, Eugene S. Brown Jr. Curtis Brown, Phillip Brown Sr., Lamont Brown II, Cody Brown Sr. and Kenneth Brown Sr.
Betty J. Trice, longtime Ponca City resident, died Thursday evening, Jan. 16, 1997, at her home. She was 73.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the Trout Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Clipson, associate pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will be in Longwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home until 9 a.m. Monday.
Betty J. (Brite) Trice was born Aug. 5, 1923, in Protection, Kan., the daughter of Daniel Webster and Mable (Pfiefer) Brite. She grew up in Protection, graduating from Protection High School, then attended Wichita Business School.
On Feb. 24, 1946, she was married to Blount C. Trice in Wichita, Kan. The family moved to Ponca City in 1953. Mrs. Trice was a homemaker and had been employed at one time in admissions at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She had also worked as a clerk for the Red Cross and volunteered with the blood bank. Mrs. Trice was known as a liberal Democrat. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles, quilting and gardening.
She is survived by her husband, Blount C. Trice, of the home; three sons, Michael W. of Oklahoma City, Blount C. Jr. of Ponca City and David J. of Huntsville, Ala.; one brother, Bill Brite of Richland, Wash.; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
The family will be at 1204 Coronado.
Leslie C. Haggard, father of Patricia Creed of Ponca City, and former resident of Branson, Mo., died Thursday evening, Jan. 16, 1997, at Shawn Manor in Ponca City. He was 62.
The funeral will be held graveside at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Edwards Cemetery in Kirbyville, Mo., with Junior Coffelt, officiating. Local arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. No visitation at the funeral home is scheduled.
Leslie C. Haggard was born March 20, 1934, in Branson, Mo. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
On Feb. 28, 1959, he was married to Lillian "Arlene" Branson in Branson, Mo. She preceded him in death on Dec. 23, 1993. Haggard was a self-employed carpenter. Due to ill health, he moved from Branson to Ponca City in March 1996 to live with his daughter. Haggard enjoyed fishing, building bird cages and houses, and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughter Patricia "Trish" Creed of Ponca City; two sons, Rickie Carroll Haggard of Branson, Mo.; and Johnny Wayne Haggard of Washburn, Mo.; his mother, Dora "Lillie" Haggard, of Branson, Mo.; and five grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Haggard's name to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Marjorie M. Bowen, mother of Kenneth Bowen of Ponca City, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 1997 at her home in Raytown, Mo. She was 72.
The funeral is to be held at 3 p.m. Monday at the Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City, Mo. Burial will be at the Green Lawn Cemetery in Kansas City.
Marjorie M. Bowen was born April 19, 1924, in Independence, Mo. She was married to husband, Frank Bowen, who preceded her in death. She had lived most of her life in the Raytown area except for a period of time from 1981-96, when she had lived at Pleasanton, Kan. Mrs. Bowen had been employed by ADM Grain Processing Company and was a member of the Raytown Christian Church.
Survivors include one son, Kenneth Bowen of Ponca City; one daughter, Vickie Dodge of Raymore, Mo.; one sister, Virginia Jennings of Independence, Mo., and three grandchildren.
Memorial contributions in Mrs. Bowen's name may be made to Kansas City Hospice, c/o Park Lawn Funeral Home, 83rd and Hillcrest, Kansas City, MO, 64138.
ONTARIO, Calif. - Hannah Olivia Vassar, granddaughter of Ted and Cheri Vassar of Ponca City died unexpectedly at San Dimas, Calif., on Saturday, Jan. 11, 1997. She was 6 weeks old.
The funeral was held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 1997, at St. John's Episcopal Church in LaVerne, Calif., under the direction of Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Covina, Calif.
Hannah Olivia Vassar was born Nov. 27, 1996, in Upland, Calif. to Daniel and Susan Vassar. In addition to her parents of Ontario, she is survived by three brothers, Christopher, Zachariah, and Nicholas; grandparents, Ted and Cheri Vassar of Ponca City, and William and LaVerne Wallace; great-grandparents Opal Bowers of Ponca City and Dr. Howard and Janice Morrow of Hot Springs, Ark.; two aunts and an uncle in the Ponca City area; and numerous cousins.
Helen Mae Gatz, infant daughter of Branda Lea Gatz, died at birth Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Ponca City.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, at the Tonkawa IOOF Cemetery under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel of Ponca City.
Survivors include her mother, Branda Lea Gatz of Ponca City; grandparents, Kathryn A. Gatz of Ponca City and Floyd Dean Gatz of Tonkawa; and a great-grandfather, Robert E. Sattler of Bartlesville. She was preceded in death by her great-grandmothers and one great-grandfather.
John M. Lake, longtime Ponca City resident, died Saturday morning, Jan. 18, 1997 at his home. He was 60. Local survivors include his wife, JoAnn, of the home. The funeral is set for 10 a.m. Tuesday at the First Baptist Church. Other arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Lake's name to Hospice of Ponca
City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103 or to the Opportunity Center, 2225 North
Union, Ponca City 74601; or to a charity of choice.
NEWS BRIEFS
Break-in Reported - The Ponca City Police Department was contacted at 7:08 a.m. Friday in connection with a reported break-in at a building in the 500 block of West Liberty Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report taken.
Traffic Light Out - The Ponca City Police Department contacted the city traffic engineer after a 7:57 a.m. Friday call reporting an eastbound traffic light not operating at East Fourth Street and Grand Avenue.
Burglary Reported - A Ponca City police officer was assigned after a phone call to police at 7:57 a.m. Friday that a customer's vehicle was burglarized in the 2500 block of North Fourteenth Street.
Ambulance Called - The Ponca City Police Department received a 911 call at 8:35 a.m. Friday from a residence in the 600 block of West Otoe Avenue that a woman was having chest pains and difficulty breathing. An ambulance transported the woman to the hospital.
Check Forged - The Ponca City Police Department received a call at 8:46 a.m. Friday from a business in the 200 block of East Highland Avenue that a forged check had been received. An officer was assigned and a report taken.
Vehicle Tagged - The Ponca City Police Department received a call at 11:29 a.m. Friday complaining of a vehicle parked on Shady Lane for several weeks. The department assigned an officer who placed a 48-hour sticker on the vehicle.
911 Call - An ambulance responded to a residence in the 2700 block of North Homestead and transported a person to the hospital following a 911 call at 11:35 a.m. Friday.
Traffic Accident - The Ponca City Police Department received calls at 11:42 a.m. Friday of a two-vehicle, non-injury accident at North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Street Sign Down - A Ponca City police officer was flagged down at 12:06 p.m. Friday and advised of a street sign knocked down in the 2700 block of East Hartford Avenue. The officer contacted the traffic engineer's office.
Handicap Tag Stolen - The Ponca City Police Department received a call at 1:36 p.m. Friday that a handicap tag was stolen from a vehicle in the 2700 block of Avon Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Teen Arrested - A 19-year-old man was arrested by Ponca City police at 2:13 pm. on county and city warrants for failure to appear.
Injury Accident - The Ponca City Police Department assigned an officer after a 5:01 p.m. Friday report that a vehicle struck a tree in the 1400 block of Pioneer Road and an occupant received minor injuries. The officer took a report.
Traffic Mishap - A Ponca City police officer reported at 5:56 p.m. Friday of a two-vehicle accident in the 400 block of East Grand Avenue. The officer said the accident caused minor damage to the vehicles.
Skateboard Trouble - The Ponca City Police Department received a call at 6:11 p.m. Friday from the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street concerning problems with juveniles on skateboards who have been asked to leave but wouldn't. The department assigned an officer who said the juveniles left the scene before the officer's arrival.
Gunshots Reported - The Ponca City Police Department received a call at 8:10 p.m. Friday that gunshots were heard in the 1600 block of South Ninth Street. An officer was assigned.
Driver Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 35-year-old man at 12:30 a.m. Saturday in the 2100 block of North Union Street for improper lane use and driving under the influence.
Beer Stolen - The Ponca City Police Department received a report at 4:30 a.m. Saturday from the 700 block of South Waverly Street on a complaint that beer was stolen. An officer was assigned and a report taken.
Rural Water Meeting - McCord Rural Water District 3 will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the north building of McCord School.
FFA Alumni Meeting - The Ponca City FFA Alumni meeting for January will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Ponca City School Ag Farm. All interested persons are invited to attend. Parents of students planning to show livestock during the current school year are urged to attend. Information about the upcoming Ponca City Livestock Show to be held on Feb. 2 will be presented. The Kay County Livestock Show is scheduled for Feb. 24-28.
Tribal Services - JoAnn O'Bregon, Social Services/Education director, will be joining Beverly Brown, CHR, LPN, at the Kaw Nation's satellite office, 501 East Emporia, (north of Edwin Fair Mental Health) on Wednesdays. Brown does blood pressure/blood sugar checks and diabetic foot care. O'Bregon will have Social Services/Education applications and information available. Native Americans are encouraged to stop by for assistance or information.
School to Work Forum - A "School to Work" Forum will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Mid High Library. Ponca City Secondary Schools PTSA Councils will host Ms. Linda Thompson from PTC to discuss the issue.
Open Swim - An Open Swim is being offered Monday, 1-3 p.m. at
the Community Pool, Seventh and Grand. Cost is $1 per person. More information
may be obtained by calling the YMCA 765-5417.
LIFESTYLES
The Red Rose Garden Club met at the home of Mrs. John Strickland, 2606 Bluestem, Jan. 13. Co-hostess was Mrs. M. D. Timberlake. Refreshments were served from a silver-appointed table which was centered with an arrangement of Magnolia blossoms and leaves and purple grape hyacinths.
Mrs. Strickland introduced Ms. Susan Hill who presented the program which was titled "Arrange Your Flowers." Ms. Hill mentioned a new magazine which she recommended as a good guideline to follow. The magazine is the"Conde' Nast-Home and Garden." She also recommended "Petals."She stated that the essentials in flower arranging are: Style, Color, Shape of Flowers, Textures, Container (color and sheen), Extension, Surprise and Mechanics. As for color she stated tthat three different shades or colors is best for an arrangement and a brass or copper vase brightens an arrangement. If you do very many arrangements that require extensions Ms. Hill recommended the purchasing of an extension machine. She also recommended "Plumber's Goop" as a good glue to use; however, you should keep in mind that whatever is glued is permanent.
In the business meeting that followed Mrs. Henry Bourne led the group in the recitation of the Gardener's Creed and Mrs. Harold Younger gave the Garden Council Report. She also noted that cards were sent to Mrs. Ed Lindsay and to Mrs Preston Gant. A nominating Committee was appointed with Mrs. W.S Majors, chairman, Mrs. Jim Ross and Mrs E. L. Manering selected. They will report back in February with a new slate of officers. Mrs. Don Robison is Chairman of the Garden Council Nominating Committee.
Announcement was made that Jan. 25 there will be a tour of the Bald Eagle sites at Kaw Lake and in in May there will be a "Plants For Pleasure sale" at the Garden Center. It was also announced that the Council Scholarships had been raised. Lee Mariatis (daughter of Mrs. Strickland) was introduced as a guest and members were told that club dues are payable in March. The next meeting will be Feb. 10 at the home of Mrs. William L. Martin, 124 Elmwood. She will be assisted by Mrs. Henry Bourne and Mrs. Carl Coates. The program will be about the "Chaplin Nature Center".
A travel video of Australia was presented by Roberta Streeter when members of Laureate Phi chapter of Beta Sigma Phi soroity met Jan. 13 with Virginia Starks. The tape toured major cities and points of interest as well as the Outback.
Dorothy Majors, president, led eight members in the opening ritual. Meire Harris read the minutes from City Council. Elsie Louise Rosenbaum, social chairman, reported that Ms. Streeter, the chapter's Valentine queen, would be honored with a dinner on Feb. 15. She also announced plans for a "submarine" party and White Elephant sale at the Rosenbaum home on Jan. 27.
Members of the 1942 Po-Hi graduating class are making plans to hold their 55th Class Reunion later this year.
A planning meeting will be held at the home of John McAbee, 14 Pecan Place, at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Any graduate or other persons interested in helping with formation of plans for the event are welcome to attend.
For more information call 765-7347.
All friends are invited to attend a reception honoring Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hunter Feb. 2, 3-5 p.m. at the Assembly Center of the First Baptist Church, Fifth and Oklahoma.
Keith Raymond Hunter and the former Karen Sue Smith were united in marriage Dec. 29 in a 3 p.m. ceremony at 1515 East Grand Avenue, home of the bride's parents, Robert K. and Mildred Smith. The double ring vows were officiated by the Rev. Larry Heslip, Minister of Education at First Baptist Church. Hunter is the son of the late Ray and Sylvia Hunter.
Greenery accented the living room where the ceremony took place and mauve poinsettias were used in arrangements throughout the home. Brian Hunter of Grand Rapids, Mich., son of the bridegroom, played several piano selections preceding the ceremony and Mrs. Charlotte Smith, sister-in-law of the bride, sang "In This Very Room."
The bride was attired in a two-piece, street-length ivory silk suit styled with a vee neckline accented with a large collar of ruffled double organdy and long organdy sleeves. She wore ivory net gloves trimmed with lace which had been worn by her mother at her wedding. The bride also wore a pearl necklace featuring a teardrop pendant and carried a circular bouquet of Osiana and Sonia roses in various shades of mauve, white daisies and Alstromeria atop a pearl covered Bible which her maternal grandmother, Nellie Schockman, had purchased in Jerusalem on a trip to the Holy Land.
Matron of honor was Mrs. Mary Ann Potter. She wore a street length teal velvet dress accentuated with a white lace collar and carried a bouquet of mauve roses in varying shades accented with white daisies and Alstromeria similar to the bride's bouquet. Brian Hunter served his father as best man.
Serving the wedding cake was Mrs. Vickie Fancher, sister of the bridegroom. The Italian creme double-layer cake was iced in ivory and surrounded with rosebuds in varying shades of mauve. The serving table was draped with a hand-appliqued and embroidered cloth featuring mauve flowers. The table was centered with an arrangement of various shades of mauve roses, greenery and baby's breath. Guests were immediate families of the bridal couple.
Mrs. Hunter is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma and taught special education in the Atlanta, Ga. area before returning to Ponca City where she is affiliated with the family business, Smith Home Furnishings. Hunter is employed with the United States Postal Service.
The International Club's meetings for 1996 consisted of a "Walk Through the Past and the Ways it is Preserved." The program speaker for the September meeting was Margaret Detton of Blackwell. Mrs. Detton shared her experiences of moving to Blackwell as a young bride of a farmer. She currently lives in a home built in 1928 which was the home in which her husband was reared. Mrs. Detton also shared stories of her experiences in teaching for 20 years, being an active member of her church, and working as a hostess for the Blackwell Museum.The meeting was held at the home of Lisa Rosetti in Blackwell.
The October meeting was held at the home of Jannie Ross. Mrs. Ross showed the club members how she preserves flowers using silica gel sand. She has used this to preserve flowers from various events such as weddings and anniversaries. The arrangement is separated, dried, then rearranged in the original design. She also showed arrangements of her own design.
Maxine Manering was the hostess for the November meeting with a presentation of "A Look of Antiques" by Becky Worley, owner of The Granary. Mrs. Worley brought various collectible antiques and informed the group of their history and value. Her display included Roseville pottery, Coca-Cola trays, chocolate boxes, Depression and Carnival glass and postcards. Her advice to the members was to "collect antiques which they appreciated and not just for their potential value."
The December meeting was held at St. Paul's Methodist Church. It was a Christmas musical presentation and silent auction. Barbara Brown opened the program by reciting the poem, "Jest 'Fore Christmas". The musical presentation included Marlies Brown, guest; Barbara Brown and Lisa Rosetti. Included in their musical presentation was an Oklahoma rendition of "The 12 Days of Christmas". Some of the funds from the silent auction will be donated to the Literacy Council.
On Jan. 22 members of the International Club will meet at the home of Barbara Brown with Jeff Denton as the program speaker. He will give a program titled "A Trip into Romania". Those planning on attending should contact the hostess.
The engagement and approaching marriage of Cally S. Suggs and William E. Tull is being announced by their parents. The wedding is scheduled for Feb. 15 at 1 p.m. at the OCAW meeting hall, 1202 West Ponca. A reception will be held immediately following the ceremony.
The future bride is the daughter of Danny and Sue Hesket of Ponca City. She is a 1990 graduate of Moore High School. The prospective bridegroom is the son of John and Pat Tull of Pawnee. A 1988 graduate of Pawnee High School, he served in the U. S. Navy 1988-91 and is currently employed at Welborn Electric Company.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be the setting March 1 for the wedding of Tonya Kelly and Ryan McCune. An open invitation is extended to friends to attend the 2 p.m. ceremony and reception following.
Announcement of their engagement and approaching marriage is being made by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kelly of Ponca City. Parents of the prospective bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McCune, also of Ponca City.
Grandparents of the engaged couple are Margarette Thomas, Harold Still and J. R. Kelly of Missouri, Billie Kelly of Illinois, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Self and L. E. McCune, all of Ponca City.
The affianced pair are 1996 graduates of Ponca City High School. She is employed at Western Sizzlin' and he is an employee at Buy-For-Less.
Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne White, Route 1, are announcing the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Misty Dawn, to Steven Lee Sims. Parents of the prospective bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Danny Sims of Ponca City.
Miss White is employed at Kentucky Fried Chicken and is a student at Ponca City High School. Sims, a 1996 PCHS graduate, is employed by Sooner Construction at Conoco.
The couple will be married in the chapel at Westminster Village Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. with a reception following the ceremony. An open invitation is extended to friends and relatives to attend.
Yvonne and Robert Freeman, 516 North Sunset, announce the birth of a daughter at 9:31 p.m. Dec. 30 at the Stillwater Medical Center. The baby was 20- inches long and weighed 8-pounds, 3-ounces. She has been named Emmaliese Noline Freeman.
Grandparents are Zarro and Amelia Davis of Las Cruces, N. M. and the late Randol Freeman and the late Anneliese Freeman. The baby has two sisters, Brianne Davis and Jessica Freeman.
Jeff and Karen Ballagh, rural Ponca City, announce the birth of their second child, a son, Wade Kenneth. He was born Jan. 5 at 3:36 p.m. and was 9-pounds, 1-ounce in weight and was 21 and 1/4-inches long. He was welcomed home by a brother, Brent Arthur Ballagh, 3.
Maternal grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Rothgeb. Paternal grandparents are Bobbe Ballagh of Ada and the late Kenny Ballagh.
Lucas Alexander Cartwright is the name chosen by Heath and Tara Cartwright for their son born Dec. 30 at 3:05 p.m. at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center. The baby weighed 8-pounds, 2-ounces and was 22 inches long.
Mike and Sherri Tapp of Ponca City are the maternal grandparents and Jack and Teresa Cartwright, also of Ponca City, are the paternal grandparents.
Maternal great-grandparents are Lew and Helen Bloxsom of Ponca City and Charlene Tapp of Blackwell. Paternal great-grandparents are Roby Cartwright of Ponca City and Harold Ruff of Boulder, Colo. Viva Benson of Boulder is the great-great-grandmother.
Jeff and Norman Jean Vap of Goddard, Kan. announce the birth of a son, John Thomas, at 10:07 a.m. Dec. 24 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. He weighed 6-pounds, 15-ounces and was 19-inches long. The Vaps also have a daughter, Faith, who was born in January, 1996.
Maternal grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Larry Rothgeb. Maternal great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Otto of Ponca City. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Jim Vap of Wichita and paternal great-grandmother is Mrs. Elizabeth Vap.
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Tamara Lynn Hamilton and Skylin Ray Campbell by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Hamilton of Marland. The future bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Campbell of Jones.
The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Frontier High School and is currently a sophomore at Connor's State College in Muskogee.
Campbell is a 1994 graduate of Luther High School and is a junior at Langston College. The couple plans a June 18, 1998 wedding.
Mr. and Mrs. James P. Beguin, 219 South Eleventh, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Paige, to Jeffrey Ross Knittel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Knittel, Route 7. A March 22 wedding at Albright United Methodist Church is planned.
Miss Beguin, a graduate of Ponca City High School, has attended Northern Oklahoma College and is presently employed in the Maintenance office at Albertson's Distribution Center.
The prospective bridegroom is a graduate of PCHS and the O. T. Autry Vo-Tech in Enid. He is employed at Smith Tool Inc.
Wheatheart nutrition menus for this week are as follows:
Jan. 20: holiday
Jan. 21: Beef/cabbage casserole; buttered peas; cornmeal roll with butter; brownie.
Jan. 22: Turkey vegetable soup; pimento cheese spread; frosted lime mold; crackers with butter; peaches.
Jan. 23: Beef noodle casserole; buttered corn; tossed salad; French bread with butter; Starburst cake.
Jan. 24: buttered carrots; buttered cauliflower; cornbread with butter; strawberry gelatin with pears and whipped topping.
Richard and Pattian Lucas, 2109 Bainbridge, will observe their 30th wedding anniversary Jan. 21. The couple was united in marriage Jan. 21, 1967 at the Little Chapel of the Flowers in Las Vegas, Nev.
The couple made their first home in Ingewood, Calif. and later lived in Downey, Calif. They have resided at their present home for seven years. Mr. Lucas has been employed with Smith International for 27 years.
Mrs. Lucas is a member of the Eastern Star and is the daughter of Clementine Rogers of Grass Valley, Calif. Lucas is a member of the Masonic Order, Ponca #83 and the Eastern Star. He is the son of Hazel Lucas of Idaho.
Friends and relatives are invited to a party Jan. 24 at the Moose Lodge, Ash and Prospect, at 7 p.m. to help Henry Sanders celebrate his 80th birthday.
Hostesses for the event are his wife, Belvadora, and daughters, Kay Clinton and Bernita King. The Sanders reside at 2000 Sunny Slope.
Mr. Sanders was born Jan. 26, 1917 in Perry. He farmed for many years in the Marland area and was active in many community events. A former member of the Marland School board he assisted with FFA and 4-H programs. A member of the First Baptist Church in Marland, he names bowling and square dancing as two of his favorite hobbies.
Announcement has been made of plans for various events by members of the Singles Network. The organization has dues of $10 and is open to single people who are divorced, widowed or never married.
The Discussion group will meet at 6:30 this evening at the First Presbyterian Church. The group will meet for dinner at 6 p.m. Jan. 20 at Cobbs on North Fourteenth. A Mexican "Stack-up" dinner is slated for 6 p.m. Jan. 22. Those attending should contact Ruth by Jan. 20 at 765-9840.
A birthday dinner is planned at the Rusty Barrel on Jan. 23. Those attending should contact Dorothy by Jan. 21 at 765-1403. On Jan. 25 the group will travel to Tonkawa for "Holiday Lighting" and dinner out. Members participating plan to leave at 4 p.m. from the First Presbyterian Church.
Visions, a new trend salon, owned and operated by Dana Poulson Nesselrode, is now open. She has announced that she specializes in contemporary haircuts, classic haircuts, naturally wavy and curly hair, special occasion styling, pageantry, special occasion and natural make-up application, and clothing selection to create a "totally new look for men, women, and children."
Recently returning to Ponca City from Dallas where she graduated from the Toni & Guy Academy of Hair Design, she worked at the Dover St. Salon, and was a make-up artist and hairstylist for Glamour Shots.
As a former Miss Northern Oklahoma College, and current pageant consultant, Dana says she takes pride in working with pageant contestants and training them in the art of make-up, hair care, and poise in walking, sitting, standing, and the stage presence required to be successful.
She also enjoys teaching women of all ages proper skin care and the use of cosmetics and styling products to achieve each individual's best look. "Women don't have to be pageant contestants to look and feel their very best," the salon-owner says. All scheduling is by appointment only by calling 762-0073.
The Fibromyalgia Group will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at the First Baptist Church parlor. The meeting will give those attending an opportunity to share concerns about the disease and support needs they might have.
Each person is encouraged to bring ideas and new materials to tell what is working for them. More information about the group may be obtained by calling Vivian Cross, 765-8871, Lilly Freeman, 762-9027, or Martha Long, 762-5572.
On Jan. 6 Mark Harris gave a program about Jin Shin Jyutsu and suggested self-help techniques. He is planning a future workshop with members of the support group.
PrimeTimers have just returned from a 10 day Old Fashion Holiday - New Year's cruise on the paddlewheel steamboat, the Mississippi Queen. The group flew to Nashville then boarded the boat in Dover, Tennessee, the home of Fort Donelson. Dover was the scene of the first major Union victory during the Civil War. The first stop was the Fort Donelson Military Park. Paducah, Kentucky, the home of the Museum of the American Quilter's Society, was the next port of call. The group toured the Quilter's Museum and the Market House Museum.
Other points of interest were Natchez, Miss., with a tour of historic homes. In Baton Rouge, La. the group enjoyed a city tour and sampled Cajun cooking, fried alligator and hog head cheese. The U.S.S. Kidd, a "historically accurate restored" World War II ship, was also on display. With every departure, the gold-plated calliope played favorite tunes as the boat pulled away from the port.
The group participated in many on-board activities such as, bingo, dancing, movies, "Fancy and Crazy Hat Parade" quilting, and trivia time. The legendary, Milton Berle, "Uncle Milty" was the top entertainment for the cruise. Shows celebrating the South's most popular music and a USO show topped off every "history-filled day", according to Kate Morton, PrimeTimer director. New Orleans was the last port of call on the cruise down the Mississippi.
The PrimeTimers recently attended the musical, "Sound of Music", at the Civic Center in OKC, the Guy Lombardo Band, a Christmas show at the Crown Uptown Dinner Theater in Wichita, and a style show which featured clothing from Beall's, sponsored by the Crown & Rose Pub and Pioneer Bank & Trust. A weekend at Carthage to see the Christmas lights at Precious Moments and tour the decorated Victorian homes was a special event before Christmas.
Upcoming events are "Stars on Ice", the Jewel Box Theater, a bus trip to Tunica, MS., Beans and Bingo, and the annual Sweetheart Luncheon. A springtime Branson trip is on the schedule for April. The musical "Grease" and a mystery trip is also planned. For more information, contact Kate Morton at Pioneer Bank & Trust, 762-5651.
Dr. Carla Hoelting Harris and Dr. Marsha Pearcy Heikkinen graduated recently with Diplomate Status in Chiropractic Pediatrics. Thirty doctors of chiropractic received the profession's first postgraduate board certified credential in pediatrics at a special inaugural convocation during the Annual National Conference of the International Chiropractic Association on Chiropractic Pediatrics held in Chicago, Ill.
The Diplomate in Pediatrics is the only board certified postgraduate program in the field of pediatrics. In order to sit for the Board Certification Examination of the ICA Council candidates must attend 360 hours of classroom instruction, fulfill all assignments and pass the examinations of the ICA council and the co-sponsoring CCE accredited chiropractic college.
Dr. Hoelting Harris has been in practice with her husband, Dr. Paul E. Harris, also a former Ponca Citian, for 11 years in Jenks. She is the daughter of Ila Hoelting McKee of Ponca City and of Norman Hoelting of Albuquerque, N. M.
Dr. Pearcy Heikkinen has been in practice with husband Dr. Paul Heikkinen for 10 years in Mesquite, Tex. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Pearcy of Ponca City.
Do you belong to a club, guild, sorority or just a social group with a name? The Lifestyles section of the Ponca City News is interested in hearing about your meetings. Each group is asked to provide an accurate membership list so that the News can get the names spelled correctly. General deadlines are the day before for weekly publication and 5 p.m. Wednesday for pictures with stories for the Sunday paper. Publicity forms are available; however, the Lifestyles editor is available to write the story from facts you provide (Just provide her with the "who, what, when, where and how or why"). Items of interest may be mailed, faxed or brought in person to the News. Please be sure to include a name and telephone number in case more information is needed.
Mr. and Mrs. Leon Cross will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception Jan. 25, 2-4 p.m., at the Ponca City Cultural Center, 1100 East Grand. Friends and family are invited to attend the event and the family would appreciate written memories or anecdotes about the couple or pictures of them. The couple requests that there be no gifts.
Hosting the special occasion will be their children, Vicki Jones Wasson of Lawton and Brian and Lisa Cross of Sulphur, La., and the couple's grandchildren, Jeff Jones of Edmond, Lindsey Wasson of Lawton and Matt Maudlin of Sulphur.
Leon Cross and the former Geneva Garroutte were married at Winfield, Kan. Jan. 25, 1947. Mr. Cross worked as an apprentice framing carpenter in Scott City, Kan. Because of the severe winter weather in western Kansas he worked at a grocery store during the winter months. He was employed with Kroger Grocery and the couple moved to Ponca City. He was transferred to Tonkawa as manager of the store in 1951. He managed stores in Mulvane, Manhatten, Wichita and Derby, Kan.
The couple returned to Ponca City in 1961 where Mr. Cross managed M & W Stores until 1982 when the company closed. He then returned to construction work and was employed in the maintenance department for the Ponca City Public Schools as custodian at Washington School from 1985 until he retired in 1992.
Mrs. Cross was a homemaker and cared for the couple's children. She worked in the M & W office for a year and was then employed at Sooner Life Insurance Company in 1974 where she was Personnel and Employee Benefits Coordinator. Sooner Life closed in March, 1990. During her employment with Sooner Mrs. Cross earned the designation "Fellow, Life Management Institute"for completing the insurance education program with specialization in Personnel Administration.
Mr. and Mrs. John I. Bodman, formerly of Ponca City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Jan. 16. A mass was held Jan. 18 at Sacred Heart Church in Conroe, Tex., followed by a reception hosted by their five children.
John I. (Jack) Bodman and the former Corinne E. (Corky) Edwards were married Jan. 16, 1947 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ponca City. The couple resided here for many years and presently live in Montgomery, Tex., about an hour north of Houston.
Mr. Bodman is the youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Glenn T. Bodman. His brother Glenn lives in Niagara Falls, N. Y. and his sisters, Mrs. Gerald (Catherine) McMahon and Mrs. Fred (Margaret) Bruner, live in Houston.
Mrs. Bodman is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul T. Edwards of Ponca City. Her brother Stanley lives in Colorado Springs, Colo. and brother Don is a resident of Ponca City.
The Bodmans five children and their spouses are Mr. and Mrs. John Bodman of Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Bodman of Conroe, Tex.; Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bodman of Corpus Christi, Tex.; Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bodman of Ponca City, and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd (Dianne) Darling of Dallas, Tex. The anniversary couple has 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A youth essay competition and youth art contest is being sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1201 and ladies auxiliary.
The national essay competition is designed to give young students the opportunity to voice their opinion on "What Makes America Great." Judging will include how well a student addresses the theme, theme development and clarity of ideas. Open to 7th, 8th and 9th grade students, the essay contest requires a typewritten article with a 300 word minimum and 400 word maximum. Submissions should be given to the student's classroom English teacher. Entries should be submitted before March 15 to be eligible for the local judging and to be considered for the district and national judging.
Students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 are eligible to enter the Art contest. The Young American Creative Patriotic Art Program encourages students to express their artistic talents and demonstrate their patriotism. Work should be on unframed paper or canvas, matted, with work done using watercolor, pencil, pastel, charcoal, tempera, crayon, acrylic, pen-and-ink or oil.
Each entry will be judged on the originality of concept and patriotism expressed; the content and clarity of ideas; the design, use of color and technique, and the total impact or execution and contrast. Completed work should be submitted to the student's art teacher.
The local Post and auxiliary will be awarding bonds in the amounts of $100, first place; $75, second place, and $50, third place. Following the local judging in each contest the entries will be submitted for district judging on April 15 and Departmental awards on May 15. Handling arrangements for the Post 120l auxiliary is Lucille Burger, 765-7075.
SUNDAY
Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central, membership show, open Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Marland Mansion and Estate, 901 Monument Rd., open daily May-September, 10 to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Daily guided tours, 1:30 weekdays. Petroleum Museum and Marland Memorabilia Museum, 1 to 4 p.m. daily. For mansion guided tours, 767-0420.
Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 1000 East Grand. Includes Bryant Baker Studio, 101 Ranch and DAR Rooms. Open 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, closed Tuesday.
Singles Network discussion group, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church. All single adults welcome.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Sunday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by parking lot).
MONDAY
Road to Hope Al-Anon, 11:30 a.m. Monday. Call Linda at 765-7045, home, 767-5328, work; or Carol at 765-2390, home, 767-6192, work, for location.
Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel.
Alcoholics Anonymous, noon Monday, for those with desire to stop drinking. information, call Sue 765-256
TOPS OK 308, 6:15 p.m. Monday weigh-in. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call Delpha Clemens, 762-2844 or Betty Flower, 765-5448.
Freedom Group of AA open meeting 12 and 12 study, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Woodlands Christian Church, Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. Call 762-3345 for more information.
Senior Citizens dance, every Monday 6 to 10 p.m. at the American Legion ballroom, 407 West South Ave. Everyone welcome, Hayriders band.
American Business Women's Association, regular meeting, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Western Sizzlin'.
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 7 p.m. first and third Monday, Williamsburg Parlor, First Baptist Church Parlor. For information call Vivian, 765-8871; Lilly, 762-9072; Martha, 762-5592.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony house, 212 South Third.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony House basement, 212 South Third. Use south entrance by parking lot.
TUESDAY
Preschool Storytime for 4, 5, and 6 year olds, Ponca City Library, 10 and 11:30 a.m.
Kiwanis Club, 11 noon Tuesday, American Legion.
Tuesday Book Review Club, 1 p.m. Tuesday at home of Nada Fetrow. Loretta Leathers will be the reviewer.
Parent Support Group, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns and frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles.
Domestic Violence Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Programs for women children of family violence. Baby sitter provided. For info, call 76A-BUSE.
Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m.
Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Room 110, Wilkin Hall, Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All welcome. For information, call 765-1172 or 363-0469.
New Hope AA at 8 p.m. Tuesday, at DAV, 401 South Lincoln.
New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House (upstairs library).
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by parking lot).
Fanchon Chapter #53 will meet Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. The District Deputy will make an official visit. A salad supper will be held after the meeting.
WEDNESDAY
Storytime for 2 & 3 year-olds, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand, 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Short stories, songs, use of flannel board. Lasts about 15 minutes. For information, contact the library, 767-0345.
Deadline for Sunday's Lifestyles photos, noon Wednesday.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212 South Third.
New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, DAV, 401 South Lincoln.
Four O'Clock Garden Club will meet Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the home of Mrs. Tom Carter, 9 Hillcrest. Co-hostesses are Mrs. Ray Kinsinger and Mrs. A. A. Clark. The program will be a book review of "Pass-A-Long Plants" by Beverly Carpenter.
THURSDAY
Story Hour for school-aged children at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca City Library.
Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday's edition of Lifestyles, noon Thursday. For Happenings, include name of club, day of week, time, place and hostess.
Parent Support Group, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns, frustrations as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles.
Jaycees, 7 p.m. first and third Thursday, Chamber of Commerce meeting room. Interested persons welcome to attend any meeting.
Model Railroad Club, 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Stevens Building 113 North Third. For info, call 765-6486 or 765-7996.
Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Thursday. For location, call 765-3178 or 762-5529.
New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House (upstairs library.).
Freedom Group of AA; open meeting at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. Call 762-3345 for more info.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House basement, (use south entrance by parking lot).
FRIDAY
Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Crown and Rose English Pub.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by Smoke Free building. For more information call 762-3345 or 765-9459.
New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, at DAV, 401 South Lincoln.
SATURDAY
Overeaters Anonymous, 10 a.m. Saturday, Woodland Christian Church. For information, call 762-2161.
Storytime for children ages four through eight, 11 to 11:30 and 3 to 3:30, Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth St. Just for kids.
Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House
(upstairs library). Smoke-free.
SPORTS
By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
SAND SPRINGS - "I'm not worried - at least, not yet," Wildcat coach Pat Young said as his wrestlers stumbled badly in the Sand Springs Tournament Friday.
"In two weeks, no one will remember who won this tournament." the coach said.
Young was speaking individually to his 125-pounder Matt Dodgen, who suffered his first defeat of the season in the first round. But he also meant it for the entire team, which had "a bad, bad round."
The Cats started the day with one foot in a hole due to illness, injuries and a very tough early draw. They quickly stuck both feet in it, losing some crucial bouts in the early going.
"But we'll come back," Young said. "We should score a lot of points in the consolations."
The Poncans advanced just two wrestlers to Friday night's championship semifinals - and that may have been the silver lining on an otherwise very black day.
Late substitute Jason Hall upset top-seeded Sutherland of Tahlequah in the first round, 6-5, then knocked off Sperry's Bennett, 5-2, in the second round to reach the semifinals.
He lost a close battle with Feathers of Sand Springs in the semis, 5-4.
"Here was a JV wrestler who was just one takedown away from reaching the finals," Young said, pleased that at least something went well for the Ponca Citians
Falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Hall rallied to forge a 4-4 tie going into the final stanza.
He let Feathers up to start the third period trying to set up the winning takedown, but couldn't get in on the more experienced Sandite.
Also in the semifinals was 189-pounder Jay Bentley, who got a first-round bye, then edged Brown of Sapulpa, 4-3.
But Bentley was no match for Wright of Bristow, who jumped in front early and pinned the Wildcat in 3:16.
Young knew his team faced an uphill battle early. Matt Dodgen, 16-2 at 130 pounds, came down sick Tuesday and did not make the trip.
Regular 140-pounder Jacob Beck is nursing an injury and Hall took his place.
Whatever hope the Cats had of competing for the tournament tile unraveled quickly when unbeaten Mark Dodgen was upset by Bartlesville's Ben Newby, a wrestler he had defeated just three days earlier in a dual.
Newby took Dodgen down to his back to build a 6-0 lead. Dodgen battled back, but couldn't make up the difference, losing 9-7.
The Wildcats were upset again at 171 pounds as second seeded Stockton Graves fell to Sperry's Class 2A state runner-up at 152 pounds, Gruenwald, 5-3.
"Stockton hit his head hard on the mat and I think it knocked him out for a while," Young said. "He just didn't wrestle like he usually does. I don't think he knew where he was."
The rest of the Wildcats had to battle against tough draws.
After a first round bye, which nets no points in this tournament, Josh Bailey faced defending 6A champion Skyler Holman of Sallisaw, who was seeded second at 112 pounds, and lost a fall.
Willie Ivie also drew a first round bye at 119 before falling to top-seeded Jason Holmes of Sallisaw, who was the Class 3A state runnerup last year.
At 160, Marciano Villarruel ran into Sallisaw's defending 152-pound state champion Mike Banger in the second round and lost by a fall.
At 215, Nick Steichen lost to Sapulpa's second seeded Wilson.
Heavyweight Cory Burkett did get a rare first round win for the Cats, pinning Wheaton of Sapulpa, but lost by a fall in the second round to Torres of Broken Arrow.
"This is a really tough tournament," Young said. "There are so many state champions and state placers."
That was reflected in the battle for the team title.
Class 5A's No. 3 ranked Broken Arrow took the first round lead, but was rolled over in the semifinals by Bristow, No. 2 in Class 3A. Sallisaw, No. 1 in 3A, was a close third while Class 2A's No. 2 Sperry was fourth and Sand Springs, No. 8 in 5A and on its home mats, was just three points behind. Sapulpa, No. 6 in 5A, was struggling in eighth place, just in front of Collinsville, No. 6 in 3A, Tahlequah and Ponca City.
"I would rather get this (poor tournament) out of the way, rather than have it later in the season," Young said.
By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
STILLWATER - The off-and-on relationship between talented but sometimes tempermental swing man Jason Skaer and the Oklahoma State basketball program is over. The Pokes may have found another potential all-around player, though.
Actually, Marlon Dorsey was not really found. He's been right under coach Eddie Sutton's nose for two years. It's just that no one has seen much of him this season.
The first man off the bench last year, Dorsey had been languishing through the first 14 games this year. He is averaging just under 14 minutes of playing time this season, averaging 3.1 points a game.
But with Skaer gone home to Deer Park, Texas, Dorsey got his chance when Sutton went to his three-guard line up. He responded with his best offensive game, scoring a career high 16 points while popping through four-of-six shots from beyond the arc. He was on the floor 21 minutes.
Dorsey, a transfer senior, was part of a triumvirate of downtown shooters that destroyed UNLV. Guards Chad Alexander and Adrian Peterson joined with Dorsey to savage the Running Rebels with 12-of-17 three-point shooting after UNLV tried to close off the taller Cowboys down low.
Dorsey hit three threes and Peterson had one in a five-minute span that lifted the Cowboys from a 13-7 deficit to a 19-16 lead in the first half.
"We knew Oklahoma State would be bigger and more physical," UNLV coach Bill Bayno said. "Our game plan was to clog the inside, but they hit all those threes and that got us away from it."
"Dorsey played as well as he has since he's been here," Sutton said. "I was glad to see him get a chance and have a game like that."
"My shots just kept going through," Dorsey said of his new-found shooting ability.
Dorsey was almost resigned to being a bit player until Saturday night.
"I was willing to do anything it took for this team to win," he said of his time getting splinters on the OSU bench. "I was just glad to get a chance."
Dorsey was noncommittal about getting his chance because of the absence of Skaer, who left school suddenly Thursday night.
"You'll have to ask coach about that," he said when asked about the effect Skaer's leaving had on the team. "I don't know where (Skaer's) at or why he left."
Skaer had left the team once before and returned. He also thought about redshirting this year to concentrate on the demands of applying as a Rhoades Scholar.
Skaer's days of indecision are over.
"Yeah, it's closure," Sutton said of the book on Skaer. "I made it closure."