From the pages of The Ponca City News, Friday, May 12, 2000

LOCAL

DEATHS

NEWS BRIEFS

LIFESTYLES

EDUCATION

RELIGION

SPORTS


LOCAL



WalkAmerica Set Saturday
Alleged Kidnap Victim Found Safe in Blackwell
Conocos Fretwell Addresses NOC Class of 2000 Graduates


Letter Carrier Food Drive To Fight Hunger Locally
Give a Mothers Day Gift of a Healthier Life



WalkAmerica Set Saturday

Hundreds of heroes will be walking at Lake Ponca on Saturday. They are the people who helped raise money for this year’s WalkAmerica campaign.

WalkAmerica is the biggest local fund raiser for the March of Dimes, which battles birth defects and infant mortality.

Those who give to the cause are heroes to the babies who benefit, said Stephanie Soucek, director of the North Central Division of the March of Dimes.

“WalkAmerica ... Because Every Baby Needs A Hero” is the theme of WalkAmerica 2000.

Walkers will gather Saturday morning at Lake Ponca Shelter House 3, then walk a four-mile course. The walk begins at 9 a.m.

Along the route, walkers also will find rest stops, refreshments, and, for those who are unable to complete the route, Bowker Ford has provided return transportation to the shelter house.

Back at the shelter house, they will be treated to free food and festivities, including the awards ceremony, WalkAmerica team T-shirt contest, Kid Care photo, fingerprinting by Ponca City Police Department, face painting, Kidz Jump Club, food, fun and prizes.

On Thursday, team captains turned in the money the teams had raised, Soucek said. She expects additional donations to come in Saturday at the walk site. Any last minute walkers can sign up and make a donation beginning at 9 am Saturday.

The money raised during the WalkAmerica campaign helps babies and their families here in Ponca City. All of the corporate donations and 75 cents of every dollar stays in Ponca City providing education, research, advocacy and community services.

WalkAmerica 2000 Sponsors: Gold — Computer Science Corporation, Conoco, Inc., Home National Bank, Smith International, and Temporary Personnel, Inc.; Silver — Big Sky Airlines, Cable One, Dr. Pepper and 7 Up Bottling Company, Great Plains Coca Cola Bottling Company, KIXR, Pioneer Bank & Trust, Simple Simon’s, Snyder's Grocery, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, United Supermarkets; Bronze — Airgas, AmeriHost Inn, Bowker Ford, Buy For Less, IBP Kmart, Parker Pest Control, Quality Pools and Spas, Wal-Mart; Checkpoint — Quality Water Services; and Honorable Mention — Bank of Oklahoma.



Alleged Kidnap Victim Found Safe in Blackwell

By JEFF POLITTE

News Staff Writer

A 13-year-old Ponca City boy was found by the Blackwell Police Department Friday morning after reportedly being abducted yesterday afternoon from his aunt’s home by his biological mother, who had been visiting the boy.

The aunt, who has raised her sister’s son since being granted custody in 1988, reported to Ponca City police at 3:10 p.m. on Thursday that her nephew had been kidnapped by her sister.

According to Capt. Dwain Vincent of the Ponca City Police Department, the biological mother had recently been released from a correctional facility in California. She had been staying in her sister’s home while visiting her children in Ponca City.

The aunt asked her sister to leave after a week of visiting, and the mother complied.

Shortly thereafter, said Vincent, the mother returned, saying she needed to “get some stuff.” Before leaving the residence the second time, she allegedly took the 13-year-old and fled.

Ponca City police, after further investigation, updated the status of the call to child abduction by a parent and immediately contacted surrounding departments with information regarding the case, said Vincent.

The department also “had information that led them to believe that [the boy and his mother] might be heading to Arkansas City,” he explained.

Blackwell police made contact with the pair Thursday night, but the boy and his mother were released because the officer was unaware of the circumstances regarding the case due to a lack of communication.

Blackwell police made contact again this morning with the pair at around 10:30 a.m. and immediately took both the boy and his mother into custody.

“The mother had been trying to enroll her son at Blackwell Elementary School” when police found them, said Sherry Bowers, information officer for Ponca City Police Department.

Currently, the boy and his mother are being held in Blackwell pending further investigation.



Conocos Fretwell Addresses NOC Class of 2000 Graduates

TONKAWA — ”The first graduates of the new millennium stand at the doorstep of the Fourth Age of Mankind, the Knowledge Age,” Conoco executive Michael Fret-well told the Northern Oklahoma College Class of 2000 during commencement exercises May 6.

Speaking on the Tonkawa campus at the 94th annual exercises for 254 candidates for graduation, Fretwell stressed that people today live in a world of unprecedented change. “How you cope with change will affect your lives. Personal values help make sense of a changing world,” he advised.

Spicing his address with humorous comparisons between life in the United Kingdom and in the United States, the British-born Fretwell advised the class to reflect on the dangers of complacency, to value diversity and to treat setbacks not as failures but as opportunities to try again.

“What you do with information is more important than having knowledge,” he said, commenting that the present generation will shape technology for the future well being of the world.

He concluded by asking the students to stand and applaud their parents. “I wish you everything you wish for yourselves in the future. God bless America, and God bless you all,” he ended.

Administrators, platform guests and faculty led the traditional processional into Foster-Piper Fieldhouse to the strains of “Pomp and Circumstance,” performed by the Northern Wind Ensemble directed of Dineo Heilmann, Fine Arts Division chair. Institutional and division flags were carried by Jeff Newby, Melissa Epperson, Vicki Hillhouse, Karen Colum, Chance Matthiesen, Michelle Helms, Martin Kruk, LaQueisha Dickerson and Reda Psikal. Marshals were Dean of Men Jason Johnson and Dean of Women Nevona Kegans, participating in her 38th Northern graduation ceremony.

Following the opening by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Roger Stacy, Jay Kindsvater, director of the Tonkawa Baptist Student Union pronounced the invocation. Mariann Priboy and the College Choir, directed by Rick Edgington, sang "You'll Never Walk Alone" from Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel, accompanied by the Wind Ensemble.

Dr. Joe Kinzer, college president, introduced platform guests Regents David Trojan, Keith James, Bill Bridwell, Bill O'Connor and Carl Hamm; vice presidents Stacy, Marion Tucker and Mick Weiberg; CFO Anita Simpson; Dr. Ed Vineyard, dean of instruction, Enid campus; division chairs Dr. Virgil Ackerson, Roy Chaney, Judy Colwell, Mike Cronin, Heilmann, Nevona Kegans, Debbie Quirey and Kim Webb; and “one of the greatest faculties around.”

Kinzer recognized faculty recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Excellence in Teaching Award: Ackerson, Rhonda Bainum, Darin Combs, Jackie English, Wilma Harman, Heilmann, Susan Novotny, Ginny Saiki and Ray Shreck.

Students achieving 4.0 (straight A) grade point averages at the Tonkawa campus were Denis Dimitrov, Rebecca Easterly, Suzi Eisenhauer, Tanya Golubeva, Jeff Huber, Kari Johnson, Melody Johnson, Jerrilyn Kahle, Chris LittleCook, Bethany Scott, Crystal Stewart, Jason Stillwell and Jeremy Stillwell.

Special guests in the audience included Wendy Fretwell, Northern First Lady Pam Kinzer, Barbara Bridwell, Flo O'Connor, Dr. Brenda Stacy, Vina Weiberg and Tom Tucker.

Stacy presented the class for the conferring of associate of arts, associate of science and associate of applied science degrees by Kinzer.

The College Choir sang “Alma Mater” before the benediction pronounced by Kindsvater and the recessional “Grand March” from Aida by the Wind Ensemble. A reception in Memorial Student Union followed the exercises.



Letter Carrier Food Drive To Fight Hunger Locally

Head for your pantry and fill up a bag with nonperishable food items for the eighth annual Letter Carrier’s Food Drive Saturday. The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), United States Postal Service (USPS) and United Way are teaming up to help “Stamp Out Hunger” in Ponca City.

Citizens are being asked to place nonperishable food by their mailbox, which will be collected by letter carriers and volunteers Saturday and taken to the post office to be distributed to local organizations.

All items collected stay in Ponca City, says Dale Coons, coordinator of the drive for the local NALC. In 1999 more than 9,000 pounds of food were collected to help Ponca Citians.

Nationally, more than 1,500 NALC branches collected 58.4 million pounds of canned goods from families along postal routes in some 10,000 cities and towns in 1999. Campbell’s Soup Company also donated 20 million pounds of canned goods.

We are hopeful that 2000 will result in an even larger total. The need is great with more than 30 million children, women and men suffering hunger daily.

May is an excellent time for the food drive as many food pantries are at their barest after the holiday giving has been exhausted. These donations help fill the need for food through the summer months.

Agencies in Ponca City to benefit include The Mission, Peachtree Landing, Bridgeway, Domestic Violence Program, Golden Villa Adult Day Services, New Emergency Resource Agency, Ponca Tribe Homeless Shelter, The Salvation Army and Northern Oklahoma Youth Services.

For more information, contact Dale Coons at 762-2485 or Helene Schwartz at 765-2476.



Give a Mothers Day Gift of a Healthier Life

Wondering what to get Mom for Mother’s Day this year? Put a note in her Mother’s Day card promising that you will take care of the co-payment for her to get a mammogram. The government covers annual mammograms for women over 40 who are enrolled in Medicare, according to the Oklahoma Foundation for Medical Quality, the state’s peer review and quality improvement organization. All that is owed by the patient is the 20 percent co-payment, which usually costs around $15-$25.

Mother’s Day is a good time to encourage mothers and grandmothers to get annual mammograms. Breast cancer not only is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for women in the United States, but the risk of getting breast cancer also increases with age. By age 40, a woman’s chances of getting breast cancer are one out of 217; by age 50, it’s one out of 50; by age 60, it’s one out of 24 and by age 70, chances are one out of 14, and by age 80, changes are one out of 10.

Research also shows that older women do not recognize that advancing age is the strongest risk factor for breast cancer, even stronger than family history.

In Oklahoma, provisional data indicate that in 1997-98 only 39.9 percent of female Medicare beneficiaries age 65 and older (not enrolled in an HMO) had a mammogram. This is 5.1 percent lower than the national average of 45 percent. The Oklahoma Foundation for Medical Quality is striving to significantly improve this rate as a part of the Health Care Financing Administration’s National Breast Cancer Project.

A mammogram is the best method available to detect breast cancer early, and it can reduce mortality by 20 percent to 40 percent for women aged 50 years and older, according to the National Cancer Institute. Helping mothers and grandmothers get mammograms is one of the best ways to say “Happy Mother’s Day.”

In Oklahoma, provisional data indicate that in 1997-98 only 39.9 percent of female Medicare beneficiaries age 65 and older (not enrolled in an HMO) had a mammogram. This is 5.1 percent lower than the national average of 45 percent. The Oklahoma Foundation for Medical Quality is striving to significantly improve this rate as a part of the Health Care Financing Administration’s National Breast Cancer Project.

A mammogram is the best method available to detect breast cancer early, and it can reduce mortality by 20 percent to 40 percent for women aged 50 years and older, according to the National Cancer Institute. Helping mothers and grandmothers get mammograms is one of the best was to say “Happy Mother’s Day.”



DEATHS



Dora Long Lilly
Vera L. Robison
Virginia Nelson
Fred Hartman



Dora Long Lilly

WICHITA, Kan. — Dora “Dodie” Long Lilly, formerly of Pawhuska and resident of Wichita, died Wednesday, May 10, 2000, in the St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kan. She was 75.

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13, at the Resthaven Gardens of Memory in Wichita, Kan., under the direction of Resthaven Mortuary and Cemetery.

Dora Long Lilly was born in Pawhuska on Aug. 20, 1924, the daughter of Ted and Loretta (Baker) Long. She had been employed as a bookkeeper with the Manning Clampitt Meat Company.

Survivors include a son, Kenneth Pappin of West Roxbury, Mass.; two daughters, Shirley Holmes and Alexis Gelonek, both of Wichita, Kan.; and a sister, Mary Ann Hall of Ponca City.



Obituaries



Vera L. Robison

Vera L. Robison, longtime Ponca City resident, died late Thursday afternoon, May 11, 2000, at the Westminster Village. She was 67.

The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2000, at Grace Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Bob G. Robison, retired minister of the Church of the Nazarene of Parsons, Kan., officiating and the Rev. Terry Barker, minister of St. Luke’s Church of the Nazarene of Ponca City, assisting. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park.

Vera was born in Omaha, Ark., on March 5, 1933, to Ira Blevins and Iva (Mattox) Blevins. She was raised and attended schools in Omaha, Ark. On March 4, 1950, she and Delbert Robison were united in marriage in Omaha, Ark. The family moved to Ponca City in 1951.

Vera was a day-care provider and worked from her home. She retired in 1995.

She was a member of the St. Luke’s Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed cross-stitching, embroidery and, most of all, caring for her young children.

Vera is survived by three daughters, Connie Thomas and her husband Lawrence of Louisville, Ky., Donna Williams and her husband Randall of Columbus, Ind., and Judy Powers and her husband Steve of Kaufman, Texas; four sisters, Ruby Atchison and Voncille Gross of Omaha, Ark., Helen Daniels of Ridgedale, Mo., and Betty Keys of Hollister, Mo.; three brothers, Roy Blevins of Omaha, Ark., Coy Blevins of Hollister, Mo., and Leo Blevins of Branson, Mo.; four grandchildren, Arrin Williams, Marcus Powers, Kimberly Thomas and Kristina Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Robison on March 27, 2000, her parents, two brothers and one sister.

The family will be at Grace Memorial Chapel to greet friends Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. before the service.

paid obituary



Services Pending



Virginia Nelson

Virginia Nelson, former Ponca City resident, died this morning, May 12, 2000, in the Muskogee Nursing Center. She was 104. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel.



Fred Hartman

Fred Hartman, 418 South Elm, died early Friday morning at his home. He was 89. Survivors include two sons, Ron and Larry Hartman. Arrangements are pending with the Trout Funeral Home.



NEWS BRIEFS

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Burglary — A resident reported to Ponca City police from Hillcrest Drive at 7:29 a.m. Thursday that a vehicle had been broken into. An officer was assigned.



Newkirk Junior Rodeo — The Newkirk Junior Rodeo will be held May 13 at noon. Entries will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. The event is sponsored by the Newkirk Range Riders.



Gas Drive-Off — A clerk from Citgo No. 1 Convenience Store, 400 East South Avenue, reported at 8:41 a.m. Thursday that a male left without paying for his gas. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



PCCWC Luncheon — All area women are invited to come to the “Secret Garden” luncheon on May 17, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., at the Ponca City Country Club. Sponsored by the Ponca City Christian Women’s Club, cost is $8.50. Calling Jeanette at 765-8427 may make reservations for the luncheon and compli-mentary childcare. It is necessary for reservations to be honored, canceled or used by a friend.

T-shirt Quilts for Graduation.

Call Persnickety (580)762-3214.adv.



Burglary — Someone in the 900 block of East Overbrook Avenue reported at 7:56 a.m. Thursday to Ponca City police that a car had been broken into. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Special — Now through Mothers Day. Large baked beans free with purchase of 20 piece tub. Snyders Grocery- order today! 762-4686. Open seven days a week. adv.



Accident — A minor accident at the intersection of Brookfield Avenue and Seventh Street was reported to Ponca City police at 9:18 a.m. Thursday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Flowers For Mothers Day at Love Apples. Pre-maid or custom

order planters full of flowers. Good selection of hanging baskets annuals, perennials, tree shrubs, lawn and garden supplies. 3910 West North Ave. 1/2 block east of Marland on old Highway 60. Bois”d”arc. adv.



Otoe-Missouria — Applications are being taken to fill vacancies on the Otoe-Missouria Tribal council. Filing dates are May 10-14. The filing fee is $100, and participants must be a minimum of 25 years of age, on The Otoe-Missouria rolls, and never convicted of a felony. Chairman and first member names will be on the ballots for June 17 election. If you have not received a request for absentee you must do so by May 31. For more information call Rene Faw Faw, Election Committee chairman, at the Otoe-Missouria office, 580-723-4466, or 580-234-2639.



Burglary — A clerk from the Ponca City Post Office, 400 East Grand Avenue, reported at 9:18 a.m. on Thursday that a tool shed had been broken into and lawn equipment taken. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



PCSEA May Bingo — PCSEA will celebrate Cinco de Mayo Saturday in the Conoco Atrium, Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and bingo starts at 7pm. Come join the fun and celebrate Cinco de Mayo.



Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential.

Hours: Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. 765-9689. adv.



Burglary — Someone in the 700 block of West Hartford Avenue reported at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday to Ponca City Police that a building in that area had been broken. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Bearly New 20% off new kids clothes and shoes, 10%-25% off

toys, 10% off used maternity. adv.



Fraud — Someone in the 1500 block of East Bradley Avenue reported at 11:18 a.m. on Thursday to Ponca City Police that she believed someone was using her social security number. Caller was advised of her options.



Ft. Oakland Church Plans Revival — Faith Baptist Church at Fort Oakland, Tonkawa, has scheduled Revival services Wednesday, May 17 through Sunday morning, May 21. Meetings will be at 7:30 p.m. through Saturday, and at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Warren Pratt Jr. of Pawnee will be the evangelist. Refreshments are scheduled each evening, and a fellowship lunch Sunday following the service. Faith Baptist is located a mile east of Tonkawa, and a mile south. Leaders are Marilyn Cornell, song leader, Jean Tulles, organist, and Ruth Hendricks, pianist.



Burglary — An associate from Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue, reported to Ponca City Police at 10:54 a.m. on Thursday that some of the video games had been broken into at the arcade in the front of the store. No report was taken.



Beanie Baby sidewalk sale-Ponca Plaza Shopping Center.

Saturday at 9. adv.



Fraud — A clerk in the 300 block of West Grand Avenue reported at 11:38 a.m. on Thursday that she believed she had a couple of checks that had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Nightly Revival “Being Made Excited for the Lord”, May 17-19 at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Reginald D. Terry, Omaha, NE. New Life Baptist Church, corner of Waverly and Oklahoma. adv.



Accident — A minor accident was reported to Ponca City police at 12:51 p.m. on Thursday from the 300 block on North Fourteenth. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Jim Bowen Construction­ Custom homes, room additions and

remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv.



Appliances, Scratch/dent Maytag refrigerators and ranges. Copeland's 315 East Grand. adv.



Burglary — An resident in the 800 block of North First Street reported at 1:20 a.m. on Friday that a television and stand had been stolen from his apartment. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Ponca Bowl May 13th Special! 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $1.50 per game, 50˘ shoe rental. Glow Bowl, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. $2.75 per game. Buy two get one free! Free shoe rental.

We will be closed for summer at 1 a.m. Watch for August re-opening. 762-3333. adv.



Come Let us eat bugs and party. Third Annual Bug O’Mania,

10AM-??PM, Saturday May 20th at Parker Pest Control. All proceeds go to Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Call Brad 762-6614 for details. adv.



Accident — Someone in the 1500 block of Bradley Avenue reported at 8:38 p.m. on Thursday that they were the victim of a hit-and-run accident. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.



Special Mothers Day dart tournament. Saturday May 13th at

The Blue Lite Lounge, 217 South 2nd. Ponca City, starts at 3:30 p.m. with a great surprise at the end of play! adv.



Buy Mom’s favorite perfume at Toni’s Westside Drug and receive 25% off her special card. Tell us you saw it in the New Briefs. Saturday only. adv.



Court Allen Construction. Brick, flagstone, concrete, walkway’s, patios and planters. Call 765-2720. adv.



Allergy Season got you sneazen. Call 718-0532 or 762-0351 for immediate relief. 10 am to 5 pm. adv.



Gas Drive-Off — A clerk in the 200 block of East Highland reported at 5:38 p.m. on Thursday to Ponca City Police that someone had driven off with paying for $10 in gas. An officer was assigned to the case and a report was taken.



Roses Two gal. $14.99. Keathly Nursery, 2448 Bridge Ave. adv.



Large Selection hanging baskets. Keathly Nursery, 2448

Bridge Ave. adv.



Windjammer Restaurant now open. 11-9 Wednesday-Friday, 7-9 Saturday-Sunday. Kaw Landing Marina. 765-0696. adv.



Fraud — A clerk reported at 3:20 p.m. on Thursday to Ponca City Police from the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street that they had a forged check that needed to be picked up. An officer was assigned to the case and a report was taken.



Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv.



R&G Style shop, Newkirk. 20 to 30 % off store wide. Free gift wrap for Mothers Day specials. Monday- Saturday. adv.



Alabam’s Barber Shop is closed for vaction May 12th. Re-open May 16th. adv.



Subject held — An officer reported at 2:59 p.m. on Thursday from the 600 block of North Osage Avenue that a 22-year-old male was being held for city warrants for failure to appear and failure to obey.



Remember The 4 C’s of Mother's Day gifts...Crystal, Cologne, Candy and Cards. Toni’s Westside Drug. adv.



Head Country Saturday night special. All you can eat beef brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. All day. 1217 East Prospect. adv.



Pauline Sirloin steak and shrimp dinner $12.95 Friday the

12th. For reservations call 765-5460. adv.



www.HeartlandHealth.com — Buy or sell Rexall Supplements online. adv.



Burglary — A resident reported at 4:31 p.m. on Thursday to the Ponca City Police Department from the 500 block of North Ninth Street that their lawn mower had been stolen from a residence and an ice chest taken out of their camper trailer. An officer was assigned to the case and a report was taken.

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Dougan's Bar-B-Q Friday special from 4-8 p.m., all you can eat ribs with beans, potato salad and

coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv.



Be a trendsetter! Make your own perfume! Come by the Crafter's Mall at 318 East Grand on Saturday, May 13 from 10:00 to 2:00. Unique gift for you, for your Mom, or for that special graduate! adv.



Sweet Potato plants are here! Jay’s Farm and Ranch Supply,

307 West Grand. adv.

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LIFESTYLES



Helpful Hints Guide Buyers Of Swimsuits
Nurse Gives Wah-Sha-She Club Program



Helpful Hints Guide Buyers Of Swimsuits

(AP) — The May issue of Glamour magazine has the following tips for swimsuit shopping:

—Be brutally honest about your body before you walk into a store. Assess your body in front of a well-lit mirror at home to avoid any shocks in the dressing room.

—Understand that sizes are relative. Usually, a woman who wears a size-8 dress needs a size-10 swimsuit.

—Pull it up; way up. When the top sits up where a bra does, it’s more supportive. When the bottom sits on the high side, it’s more flattering to your lower half.

—Ask the salesperson. If she’s any good, she will identify exactly what you need and pick out suits that will work for you.

—Don’t go for more if your lower half is more Jennifer Lopez than Calista Flockhart. Extra fabric is a red flag that you’ve got something to hide.

—Take the high road to downplay your bust. A high neckline minimizes the appearance of a full chest. Also, seek out supportive straps (ones that crisscross in the back are the best because they lift and support).

—Show some skin to stretch your small shape. To make a petite frame look taller and leaner, choose a suit with a plunging neckline and high-cut legs.

—Color your world. Jewel tones are surprisingly flattering and just about anyone can wear ‘‘happy-face’’ yellow.

—Get that it’s hip to be square. For those with more on bottom than on top, try a square-neck tank with wide-set straps.

—Cover up when in doubt. See — a sarong is a beach babe’s best friend.



Nurse Gives Wah-Sha-She Club Program

Wah-sha-she Club members met at KLOR’s Banquet Room for their regular monthly meeting. Bonnie Warner was the hostess. Betty Herard, president, called the meeting to order. Linda Wooters led the salute to the flag, and the devotion was given by Bonnie Warner.

Roll call was answered to “Name Your Favorite Spring Flower” by seven members and three guests, Jamie and Kylia Carlson and Hannah Warner. The treasurer’s report was given by Connie Mullenax.

Betty Herard reported that seven members and four guests attended the Taste of Home Cooking Show in Stillwater. Members voted to make it a yearly event. She also reported that Wah-sha-she had sold desserts at the McCord school carnival. She thanked all members that worked and members that baked goods.

Herard stated that member Leona Marshall was having health problems. It was decided for members to take in meals for her, and husband Harold, once a week on Wednesday. Members volunteered and it was decided to bring meals before 5 p.m.

Jamie Carlson, RN, talked about “Children First.” The service is provided through the Kay County Health Department. She stated that its purpose was to help mother and child bond together. Any one can qualify and the service is free. She was presented with items members had purchased for the new babies.

Peggy Delaney gave a lesson on chocolate and its benefits. Members then enjoyed a chocolate egg and a sack of chocolate candy. Ellen Neely demonstrated how to wrap a candle holder. Members then made their own candle holder.

A motion was made to bring items for the counselor at McCord School. Linda Wooters distributed a list of items needed.

Secret Sister gifts were exchanged, and hostess Bonnie Warner served refreshments.

Anyone interested in more information or joining Wah-sha-she Club should call Betty Herard, 762-7797, or Ellen Neely, 767-1376.



RELIGION



Good Shepherd Sunday Planned For 1st Lutherans
Grace Church Marks Anniversary Of Rector’s Ministry in Ponca City
Friday Nite Live Hosting MacFarlane
Pastor’s Notes
Church Briefs



Good Shepherd Sunday Planned For 1st Lutherans

The Fourth Sunday of Easter is traditionally called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” The readings for the day speak of Jesus as being the Good Shepherd and that his sheep know His voice. At First Lutheran Church both the 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services will reflect this theme. The opening hymn is “I Am Jesus’ Little Lamb.” The youth of the congregation will be assisting in the services as readers, greeters, and ushers. Also one of the youth, Meg McDaniel, will play a special musical offering. She will play “Sonata No. 1” for flute by Francis Devienne, accompanied by Jean Hoffmeyer at the piano. The Senior Choir has been requested to repeat its Easter anthem “Sound the Trumpet” at both services. Continuing the Easter theme Pastor Ramsey’s sermon is titled “Resurrected with Christ.” The service will conclude with the hymn “Shepherd of Tender Youth.” The mothers of the congregation will receive a special gift from the youth at the worship service.

During the Bible Class Hour, the congregation will be invited to attend the fantastic Power Point presentation by the Stewardship Committee as its kickoff to the stewardship commitment opportunity. This has been designed especially for the church showing its past, present, and future. It is entitled, “First Lutheran Church and School — Can Do!”

The 6:30 p.m. service will continue the study of the Fruit of the Spirit. This Sunday the group will discuss the character of “peace.” In the world of today there seems to be very little peace. Share in this discussion which will search God’s Word for instruction to find peace.

On May 21 the 8:30 a.m. service will be in the sanctuary and will also be Discipleship Sunday. At this time members of the congregation will be given an opportunity to pledge their financial support to the ministries at First Lutheran. Also in that service the high school graduates of the church will be recognized. The 11 a.m. service will be held at Lake Ponca Park. The service will be led by the newly formed Praise Band. Discipleship Sunday will also be observed during that service. The staff members of the church and school who are celebrating anniversaries of service will be recognized at that time. A lunch will follow the worship service. Those attending are asked to bring their folding chairs and either a salad or dessert to share with the prepared lunch.

Members of First Lutheran urge all who are interested to join them at any of these exciting opportunities for worship and fellowship.



Grace Church Marks Anniversary Of Rector’s Ministry in Ponca City

Pentecost Sunday 1991 was a red letter day at Grace Episcopal Church as they welcomed a new rector, the Rev. Kenneth L. Armstrong and his family, to Ponca City. Sunday, May 14, will be another highlight as Grace Church folks honor Fr. Armstrong on his ninth anniversary as rector of the church.

The women of the church will go all out hostessing a reception in the Parish Hall following the 10:30 service of Holy Communion. A centerpiece of peonies will mark the serving table, with cookies, fruit and punch, setting the stage for the reception, as members gather to say “Happy Anniversary” to Fr. Armstrong and his wife, Ann.

Episcopal Church Women will host the occasion, led by Marcia Davis, Eileen Manley and Jackie O’Grady.

Formerly rector of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Ada, Fr. Ken accepted the call to Grace Church and conduced his first service here on May 19, 1991. Fr. Ken has a Master of Divinity from Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest in Austin and Bachelor of Liberal Studies: Business Administration from St. Edward’s in Austin.

Prior to entering the priesthood, he was employed by Sun Oil Co. and Amoco Production Co./Standard Oil, both in Tulsa. He was Vicar at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Hugo and St. James Episcopal Church in Antlers, before becoming rector of St. Luke’s in Ada in 1982.

During Fr. Ken’s leadership at Grace Church, a major addition has been made in church expansion with the two-story church school building on the corner of Fourteenth and Grand. The building houses Sunday School, nursery and meeting rooms and is an investment of about $800,000 for Grace Church.

Fr. Ken and his wife, Ann have two grown sons, and a daughter, Ashley, who will be graduating from Ponca City High School this spring.

Visitors are welcome to attend services at Grace Church, Sundays at 8 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.



Friday Nite Live Hosting MacFarlane

John MacFarlane, a man of great influence in eastern Europe and Asia, will be the special speaker at a Friday Nite Live meeting at the Word of Life Christian Center, 3401 North Union on May 19, at 7 p.m. John was on assignment to teach English at universities in Prague and Bratislava, Czechoslovakia prior to being expelled by the Communist regime. A number of his students established churches and held “their ground” until he was allowed to return following the break-up of the “evil empire.” During the time of his “exile” he served with Brother Andrew in smuggling Bibles behind the “Iron Curtain.”

When the wall came down, he applied God’s plan to pick up where he left off to bring the life freeing message of Jesus Christ to people groups held in bondage against their wills. In the past ten years, his Apostolic and Prophetic Team has established countless Bible schools, from the West German border to the far ramparts of Siberia and points south. Graduates are sent to villages without churches to do pioneer church planting.

His firm resolve to bring closure to the “great commission” is evidenced by his tireless and relentless pursuit to fulfill his destiny as directed by the Holy Spirit. He travels extensively encouraging, exhorting, preaching and teaching in seven different languages. He is sought as a man of great influence to speak at numerous Christian based meetings in all of Europe and Asia.

Pastor Bob Innis invites everyone to come and be ministered to at this special Friday Nite Live service. Contact the Church office at 762-4376 for additional information.



Pastor’s Notes

An American tourist group was in a shop in Jerusalem. Many were carrying their Bibles.They were vocal and enthusiastic about their faith. Unfortunately, they were also rude, pushy and demanding.

While they were in the shop, a little band of Palestinian children came through begging for money. Some of the tour group became quite indignant. One lady asked, “Can’t you get those dirty kids out of here?” Another muttered, “Why don’t they stay in Jordan where they belong!”

One of the Americans was embarrassed by what he heard from his group. He apologized to the frail, Palestinian Christian shop owner. She accepted his apology with grace. “It’s okay. I learned a long time ago that many of those who take the Bible literally don’t take it seriously!”

Remember the book of James in the Bible calls us to an active faith. He says hearing apart from doing is self-deception.

Maybe the world will take us seriously when we take God — and God’s Word — seriously.

The Rev. Hance Dilbeck

First Baptist Church



Church Briefs

First Church of God Plans Special Day

Mother’s Day will be a special event at First Church of God this Sunday. Pastor Chuck Scroggs will bring a challenging message entitled, “The World is Waiting,” which will center around encouraging mothers first of all and including each listener that the world around us needs to see godly examples in every area of our daily lives.

Pastor Scroggs has taken the “build a fence, string a net, call an ambulance” approach to our very troubled world. As he points out, we build a spiritual fence with the examples of our lives to help those who have not fallen over the precipice. We string a loving net to catch those who are just starting to fall into problems by understanding, teaching and caring. We call the ambulance of every resource available to help those who have hit rock bottom! Let the healing begin with each of us, Pastor Scroggs counsels.

Special gifts will be given in the 10:30 a.m. service.

Prince of Peace Lutherans Plan Service

On this fourth Sunday of Easter, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church looks at Jesus as the Good Shepherd, who holds all people in love; the Church is called to lead those who thirst to living waters, Pastor Bruce Keck pointed out. On this Sunday, we hear a great promise; Christ leads us through the shadows and valleys of life, Pastor Keck said in announcing the service. He will neither abandon nor forget us. He is with us, now and forever.

On this Sunday, Prince of Peace will receive new members into the church family, mindful of God’s graciousness and generosity, as the good shepherd.

Please come and join us for Sunday School at 9 a.m., worship at 10 a.m., and fellowship at 11 a.m., he invited. Prince of Peace welcomes you to God’s Church. The church is located at 2800 Turner Road in Ponca City. The telephone number is 762-7698.

New Marriage Enrichment Class Scheduled

The First Presbyterian Church, located at 14th and Grand, is starting a new MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT Sunday School Class on May 14. It will be called “Marriage Building”. The material they are going to use is entitled “The Sixty Minute Marriage Builder” by Rob Parsons. It will be taught by Sheryl Kline, a member of the church, and will continue for the next three months.

Married couples of all ages are invited. It will be helpful for couples to learn more about building relationships for a happy and successful partnership. The class will be held downstairs in Room B9. For more information please call the church office at 762-2431.

The class will meet on Sunday mornings at 9 o’clock.

Nightly Revival Set at New Life Baptist

“Being Made Excited for the Lord”, May 17-19 at 7 p.m. is the subject for the nightly revival service May 17 through 19 at 7 p.m. at New Life Baptist Church, corner of Waverly and Oklahoma.

Everyone welcome to attend.

Christian Women’s Club Plans Summer Bible Study

The Ponca City Christian Women’s Club is organizing a summer Bible study. The group will meet once a week during the summer months and will study the book of Mark. Child care will be provided.

The invitation is extended to any woman interested in studying the Bible. For more information, please phone Rachel Denton Radcliff at 767-1211.

Presbyterians Observing Mother’s Day

First Presbyterian Church at 14th and Grand is celebrating Mother’s Day for all mothers in their congregation on Sunday, May 14. The service will honor the mothers, recognizing the youngest and the oldest mother. There will be special music performed by the Handbells and the Chancel Choir.

Dr. Bill Guilford, Interim Minister, will preach on “The Good Parent”, John 10:11-16. The service is scheduled for 10 a.m. and all are welcome.

Gospel Song Fest Scheduled

The second annual Gospel Song Fest will be held Saturday at the Kay County Fairgrounds in Blackwell. The entertainment will begin at 12 noon and will continue throughout the afternoon.

Appearing this year will be Wilma Herren, Ron Ramsey, Bro. Mike’s Gospel Jubilee Band, Vicki Wright, Cozetta Hand, Beth McClelland, Judy Harmon and sisters, Serena Bookout, Kelly McLain, Bro. Mark Fox, Lois Ramsey-Briggs, Bill and Brenda Prince, Linda Suggs and daughter, Michelle Carter, Cindy Russell and Kristy, Pastor Paul Holmes, Rhonda Crooms, and Randy and Becky Walker.

Admission is free and everyone is encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Some concessions will be available, or bring a picnic lunch. Tapes and CDs will be available for purchase. For more information call Wilma Herren at 580-363-0153 or Ron Ramsey at 580-362-2923.

New Mount Olive Baptists Tell Plans

New Mount Olive Baptist Church, located at 520 North Pine in Newkirk, will be holding a Mother’s Day Fellowship Service this coming Sunday morning, May 14. Sunday School is scheduled for 1:30 a.m., followed by the morning worship service, beginning at 11:30 a.m.

The Rev. Irvin Joseph Bobb, pastor, will be bringing the morning message. An invitation is extended to everyone who wishes to attend.

‘Come Let Us Reason Together’

The Hartford Avenue Church of Christ invites the public to share God’s Word with them every week ­ Sunday Bible classes 9:30 a.m., worship 1:30 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m. and Wednesday evening 7 p.m. There are classes for all age levels — nursery through adult. Watch the Search program Sunday at 8 a.m. TV channel 5 or 8.

Come join others in a city-wide Bible class — an in-depth study of Romans. This week’s study will be Romans 3:31- 4:8. An illustration of justification by faith. Paul is aware that Jewish readers might object, and so he gives them an illustration of justification by faith that they cannot ignore — the justification of Abraham himself. Hope to see you at the Hartford Church of Christ at 6 p.m. Sunday for this study.

Dear Lord, we pray that we all come to understand the Golden Rule. Throughout the day, what we do affects all of us. In Jesus name, Amen.



EDUCATION



School News
Conoco Scholarship Recipients Announced
ULC Ends First Year
Ponca City Sixth Graders Present 74th Spring Festival



School News

Student Graduates

Toyie Jo Dix, granddaughter of Henry Keller of Ponca City, will graduate tomorrow from Southwestern College of Christian Ministries with a Bachelor of Science degree in Christian Ministry. Toyie’s mother is Judie Keller, former Ponca City resident.



Sattre Receives Degree

Heather C. Sattre, 1996 Po-Hi graduate, graduated May 5 from the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. She was also chosen the 2000 Outstanding Senior Nursing student and works for Midwest City Hospital in the emergency room. She is the daughter of Chris and Judy Sattre of Ponca City.



Snyder Honored

Stuart Andrew Snyder, Oklahoma State University animal science student from Ponca City, was presented the Otha H. Grimes Foundation Scholarship for scholastic excellence at the recent OSU Animal Science Banquet.



Pontius Graduates

Tara Leann Pontius, daughter of Dale and Londa Pontius of Ponca City, recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Oklahoma College of Allied Health. She is a member of the Golden Key Honor Society and did her clinical assignment at Brookhaven Hospital and Therapy Works in Tulsa. She is a 1995 Po-Hi graduate.



ADIDAR Viewing

The public is invited to view ADIDAR (All Day I Dream About Robotics), the robot used by the Ponca City High School Robotics Team on May 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Robson Fieldhouse.



Deming Receives Degree

Mary Jolyn Deming, daughter of Doug and Marilyn Deming, graduated from Oklahoma Christian University on April 28. Deming received her degree in advertising design/public relations.



Myers Recipient of Scholarship

Ponca City High School senior Adrienne Myers has been named the recipient of the Delbert Carlile Memorial Scholarship. She is the daughter of Leland and Wanna Myers of Ponca City. She plans to attend NOC with a possible major in accounting or a related field. The scholarship is awarded in memory of the late Delbert Carlile who is a former educator and administrator at Ponca City.



Conoco Scholarship Recipients Announced

Nine Ponca City Senior High students were among the high school seniors selected as Conoco scholarship recipients.

As in years past, Conoco is awarding four-year college scholarships to 30 students of company employees and retirees through the Conoco Leadership Scholarship Program.

Joshua Doyle, Hixson, Tenn., was named to receive the Conoco Memorial Scholarship valued at $10,000. The scholarship honors those employees who have lost their lives in service to Conoco.

Each of the other 29 scholarships is valued at $8,000 ($2,000 annually).

“This is Conoco’s 49th year to award scholarships that recognize outstanding academic achievement,” noted Chairman and CEO Archie Dunham.

“Conoco maintains a longstanding belief that today’s student achievers are tomorrow’s community leaders,” he continued. “It makes all of us proud to honor these students for the value they place on expanding their knowledge and the leadership they have shown. We are pleased to recognize and financially assist them through the scholarship program.

Scholarship applications were judged by a three-person panel of educators from Baylor University, Texas A&M and Oklahoma State University.

College entrance exam scores, high school grads, leadership, extracurricular activities and essays on personal goals were considered in the selection process.

“This year’s recipients have remarkable academic credentials and impressive goals for the future,” Dunham said.

Ponca City students receiving scholarships include:

— Brianna Bennett is the daughter of Kevin and Shirley Bennett. Her father works in Refining. She will study engineering at Wichita State University.

— Andrew Cooper is the son of Howard and Sharon Cooper. His father works in Downstream Accounting. Andrew will major in electrical engineering at Oklahoma State University.

— Michael Goddard is the son of Bruce and Debra Goddard. His father works in Technology. He plans to study computer science at OSU.

— Heather Herard is the daughter of Joe and Karen Herard. her father works in Refining. Heather plans to attend OSU and major in elementary education.

— Charvak Karpe is the son of Prakash and Pratima Karpe. His father is in Technology. He will study engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology or Caltech in Pasadena, Calif.

— Jarod Merle is the son of Frank and Marilyn Merle. His father is a retiree. Jarod will major in electrical engineering at OSU.

— Scot Mitchell is the son of Diane Mitchell and Holman Mitchell. His mother works in Finance and Business Support. Scot will attend the University of Texas, the business honors program.

— Rory Peterson is the son of Marvin and Iris Peterson. His father is a retiree. He plans to major in business management at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

— Claire Sonnichsen is the daughter of Walter and Claudia Sonnichsen. Her father works in Downstream Technology. Claire will study liberal arts at St. Johns College in Annapolis, Md.



ULC Ends First Year

Greetings everyone! The University Learning Center of Northern Oklahoma is ending its second full semester of coursework delivered right here in Ponca City.

The first graduates completed their degrees by attending class at the ULC located in the North Tower of the Conoco Complex.

Dixie Nash and Sonja Wyler completed Bachelors in Business Administration Degrees from Northwestern Oklahoma State University and Kevin Coy completed the distinguished Masters in Business Administration (Corporate MBA) from Oklahoma State University. Dixie is a retail merchandiser for numerous companies. Sonja is employed with the Office of Academic Affairs at Northern Oklahoma College, and Kevin is a staff chemist in the Natural Gas Refinery with Conoco.

Like these students, many others are pursuing their lifetime dreams and accomplishing their educational goals through ULC.

Many of you are probably asking yourself, “What is the University Learning Center of Northern Oklahoma?” It is a very exciting opportunity for everyone living in this area! The ULC is a higher education institution that brings college degree programs from other institutions to Ponca City.

You can attend classes close to home and earn your college degree from the institution that is providing the degree program. Currently, we have programs delivered by Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Northeastern State University and Cameron University.

One of our promotional slogans states, “Degrees for Working Adults.” The ULC delivers programs designed for working adults. The average age of students attending the ULC is 38. Most work full or part-time jobs and juggle family and life responsibilities.

The programs delivered to the ULC are typically more flexible and are offered at times that working adults can attend class.

Students need an Associates Degree or approximately 60 credit hours before coming to the ULC. These are available through Northern Oklahoma College.

Four Bachelors Degrees and nine Masters Degrees are available through the ULC: Additional programs are constantly being sought, so if you need a degree that we don’t currently offer, call and tell us.

Two new degree programs will begin this summer — Bachelors in Nursing (RN to BSN) delivered by Northeastern State University and a Masters in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision delivered by the University of Oklahoma.

It is not too late to enroll. Call today at 762-2856 and let us help you get started.

We have had many requests for education degree programs. Classes that could apply to a Bachelors in Education and Masters in Education will be available this summer. Community interest courses will also be available beginning with the summer 2000 semester.

If you have a suggestion for a community interest course, let us know.

For a summer class schedule, watch the newspapers or call us. We are located in the North Tower of the Conoco Complex. Enter Gate F from South Avenue in Ponca City.



Ponca City Sixth Graders Present 74th Spring Festival

The Ponca city Public Schools Elementary Music Department continued a 74-year tradition as the sixth graders presented their annual Spring Festival. Joining the group this year were the sixth graders of St. Mary’s Catholic School.

The Sixth Grade District Honor Choir, consisting of 75 students that auditioned for the privilege of membership, also performed.

Directed by Allan Johnson, a music teacher and Great Expectations presenter from Oklahoma City, the Honor Choir sang “A Joyous Gloria,” “All Through the Night,” “Ching-A-Ring Chaw,” “America, My Home,” and “The Battle of Jerico.” Cindy Orr of Lincoln Elementary served as accompanist.

Musical selections presented by sixth graders at the Spring Festival and directors were: “I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag,” directed by Mary Jane Barraclough of Woodlands; “Sing, America Sing,” directed by Joan Wright of Liberty; “Every Time I Feel the Spirit,” directed by Sheryl Martin of St. Mary’s Catholic School; “Everyday Heroes,” directed by Nancy Taylor of Union; “A Folk Song Hand Jive,” directed by Suzanne Sumpter of Washington; “Who Put the Bomp,” directed by Mary Jane Barraclough; “Baseball Fever,” directed by Belinda Stevenson of Garfield; and “We Are the Children of Tomorrow,” directed by Jenarold Jones of Trout.

Speakers on “Sing, America Sing!” were Tanner Shelton of Liberty and Justin Capehart, Levi Carter, Kayla Carter and Vanessa Donaldson from Union. Soloist was Nikki Brock from Liberty.

Flag corps members from Union included Shealyn Golay, Laura Hampton, Jamie McGaughey, Stephanie Pierce, LaTosha Warrior and Jenni Weston. Cyndi Weston, Union parent, was the flag corps instructor.

“Everyday Heroes” included a Powerpoint presentation made by Suzanne Sumpter. Keith Powers, elementary orchestra instructor, and John Vogt, district technology, also assisted. A boys trio from Woodlands sang during the song.

Washington sixth graders danced to “Who Put the Bomp” and choreographer was Melissa Arambula, high school freshmen.

Members of the color guard were Kyle Cox, Danny Gilliland, Jonathan Powers and Aaron Wingender.

Ushers for the program were Lea Arbona, Jesse Carlile, Ace Engle, April Schott, Jennifer Gammill, Jamie McGaughey and Clay Reusser.

Dustin Topper, Po-Hi junior, served as drummer for the program.



SPORTS



NOC Lady Mavs Sign 6 Footers
NOC Baseball Camp Set



NOC Lady Mavs Sign 6 Footers

TONKAWA — Northern Oklahoma College Lady Maverick basketball coach Greg Krause made two more additions to his team recently.

Signing letters of intent to play for the Lady Mavericks next year were 6-0 Alva forward Erin Goss and 6-1 Weatherford post Angela King.

“Erin is a strong athlete who can play a number of positions,” Krause said of the Alva native. “Her foot and hand quickness should help her become an outstanding college player.”

Goss averaged 16.4 points and 8.5 rebounds with a 53 percent field goal average. She was named to the Oklahoma Coaches All-State Team, Northwestern All-Star Team, Enid News & Eagle Player of the Year, was the MVP in the Tournament of Champions at Wilburton, and helped lead the Lady Goldbugs to a 96-13 record over the past four years.

“She will be a nice addition to our transition offense and defense,” Krause added.

Weatherford High School stand out Angela King averaged 11.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, hit 56 percent of her shots from the field and 78 percent at the free throw line. She was named to the Mountain View All-Conference Team her junior and senior year in high school.

“Angela has some outstanding post moves and is a very high percentage shooter from the field and the free throw line,” Krause said. “She will add depth to our post game and give us a strong inside threat."



NOC Baseball Camp Set

Beginning Wednesday, June 7, Northern Oklahoma College head baseball coach Terry Ballard will direct a three-day commuter baseball mini-camp on the Tonkawa campus for boys ages 8 through 13.

Campers will meet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 7-8 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 9 for instruction on hitting, fielding, base running and rules of the game, according to Ballard. On the final day, June 9, a hotdog cookout and awards for campers is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m., he added.

Each camper will need to bring his own glove, baseball cap, baseball, water bottle and snacks. If he has them, each boy should bring a bat and cleats.

“Tennis shoes will work if you don't have any cleats,” Ballard said.

The camp fee of $75 per person includes camp insurance, a T-shirt and the noon meal each day.

For more information or to enroll, write to Coach Terry Ballard, NOC head baseball coach, PO Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653-0310 or telephone 580-628-6218.


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