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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Friday, May 21, 1999 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES EDUCATION RELIGION SPORTS LOCALCommencement Ceremony Tonight Commencement Ceremony TonightBy SALLY HODGES News Staff Writer Ponca City High School graduating seniors will cross the stage tonight to receive their high school diplomas and close out their years as students of Ponca City Senior High. Po-Hi’s 98th commencement ceremony will begin at 8 p.m. at Sullins Stadium. In case of rain, the ceremonies will be held in Robson Fieldhouse. The class of 1999 will enter the field to music of the processional played by Nicholas Burton. The color ritual will be led by Caydee Stalcup and Mary Beth McNeese, with Matthew Gray leading the congregation in the Pledge of Allegiance. Passages which will be read during the ceremonies will include “Kindergarten” by Brian Connelly and Joshua Milligan, “Man in the Glass” by David Donald, and “The Winds of Fate” by Caydee Stalcup. Traditional musical selections “America,” “No Man Is an Island,” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone” will be sung by the Po-Hi Chorale under the direction of Cynthia Gass, conductor. Senior members of the Chorale are Amber Baker, Misty Baker, Paul Broome, Carrie Cooley, Clay Cooper, Sarah Cowan, Jonathan Danek, Lucas Elmer, Dick Engle, Kevin Goldman, Paula Hart, Michelle Hintergardt, Skye Howery, Brian Hraban, Elise Jeffries, Kasey Koster, Scott Larrison, Shara Long, Thomas Meyer, Tarina Morris, Mark Oates, Paul Paschal, Theresa Rathbun, Kathryn Salmons, Clarence Shear, Christopher Spaich, Melissa Whitney and Pam Yost. Sarah Hodge and Melissa Whitney will present the co-valedictorian address, and Kathryn Salmons will present the salutatorian address. Jerry Winkle, principal of Po-Hi, will present the class of 1999. Presenting the diplomas will be Dr. Bill White, superintendent of Ponca City Public Schools; Dr. John Scroggins, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction; Dr. Sally Downey, superintendent of Pioneer Technology Center; and board of education members John Young and Mike Kruck. Assisting with the class will be assistant principals John Woody, Kurt Neal, Mark Wynn and Peg Jordan. Senior class officers are Caydee Lee Stalcup, president; Mary Beth McNeese, vice president; and Rebecca Susanne Fisher, secretary. Senior Student Council officers are David Victor Donald, president; Matthew Brian Gray, vice president; Holly Berry Harrison, treasurer; and Christopher John Kana, historian. Po-Hi is asking everyone’s cooperation when taking pictures by keeping all aisles open. After the processional, all aisles, especially the front aisle, will be cleared for everyone to view the ceremony. The Great Escape will be held after graduation at Conoco from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. All seniors are encouraged to attend Great Escape and to stay drug-free and alcohol-free during graduation night. A list of the Graduating seniors is listed in today’s paper on page 2A. Gun Control Shifts To HouseWASHINGTON (AP) — Propelled by a rash of high school shootings, the congressional debate over gun control shifts to a new battleground, the House, following a contentious vote in the Senate that approved locks on all new handguns and imposed tougher restrictions on gun show sales. Even before the Senate passed the new gun rules Thursday as part of a major juvenile crime bill, there already was a clash in the House — over when to bring the issue to the floor. President Clinton was meeting with House Democratic leaders this afternoon to plot strategy for an immediate debate. House Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., offered to schedule House votes on the juvenile violence bill in the second week of June, after the Judiciary Committee holds hearings. In a floor speech, he left open the possibility of proposing additional gun restrictions, but cautioned that the House wouldn’t necessarily approve all the provisions passed by the Senate. ‘‘Clearly, we need to tighten current laws to make it more difficult for kids to get guns,’’ Hastert said. ‘‘We will take a look at the measure passed by the Senate to make sure that it is a reasonable and commonsense approach.’’ Hoping to capitalize on the momentum generated in the Senate, House Democrats rejected the Republican proposal for a vote in June, pushing instead for floor debate next week, according to House Democratic leader Dick Gephardt of Missouri. And Rep. John Conyers, ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, already had proposed several gun sale restrictions by the time the Senate voted. But today Republicans fired back, accusing Gephardt of rejecting a deal he had agreed to in a meeting Thursday with Republican leaders. ‘‘We were all quite surprised that Mr. Gephardt did not stick to our agreement,’’ Majority Whip Tom DeLay, R-Texas, said in a statement. ‘‘To address this issue in a haphazard fashion does not do justice to the victims of violence.’’ Gephardt’s office said no member of the party leadership had endorsed the GOP timetable. Passage, 73-25, of the juvenile crime bill authored by Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, would have been improbable at best before the Littleton, Colo., school shootings, but it was given added impetus by the additional bloodshed earlier in the day at a high school in Conyers, Ga. Rank-and-file Republicans who reversed their opposition to the Democrats’ gun control proposals and even backed down when GOP leaders threatened to pull the bill earlier this week were pleased to leave behind such a public relations meltdown. ‘‘OK, we’ve had the debate,’’ said Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott, R-Miss., who voted for the bill on final passage. To the Democrats and their declaration of victory over Republicans and the gun lobby, Lott said: ‘‘You’ve had your fun, you’ve made your point. ... Now it’s time for us to move on.’’ Democrats never stopped crowing after Vice President Al Gore cast the tie-breaking vote at midday in favor of a key Democratic gun control amendment that had failed in nearly identical form a week earlier. The amendment, authored by Sen. Frank Lautenberg, D-N.J., called for background checks on all gun show transactions and wiped out a less-sweeping Republican version approved only moments before. The amendment also would require that anyone who pawned a gun would have to undergo a background check before reclaiming it. Sen. Max Cleland, D-Ga., who had voted against similar gun controls last week, lined up in favor this time. He said he had made up his mind to do so Wednesday night, after Democrats had agreed to changes. But he added that the day’s bloodshed in his home state ‘‘really confirmed for me that I was on the right track.’’ The legislation also requires that ‘‘secure gun storage or safety devices’’ be sold with new handguns. But the measure also extends liability protections for a gun owner who uses a safety lock and whose gun is stolen and used in a crime. Nearly NewsA reminder to Nearly News readers and all those others who want to get in on the activities of the “March for Jesus” events that the prayer rally scheduled for 9 a.m. is a very important part to get the day started. It is at the First Church of God, West Grand Avenue at Peachtree Street, and that’s also the starting point for the parade through downtown Ponca City that starts at 10 a.m. The march ends at Garfield Park, to take part in Fellowship in the Park, and a youth rally is set for 6-9 p.m. in the Ponca City Foursquare Church, 700 West Broadway. Oops! NN goofed. There really is an El Reno Junior College and Dr. Allen Punches, son of Dewey and Marie Punches, former Ponca Citians, now residing in Canyon City, Colo., is the dean. We were misinformed in making a correction on a sports scholarship recently. Dr. Punches is the nephew of Leroy Punches of Ponca City and Shirley Campbell of Shidler. Our apologies to Dr. Punches and his family. NN has good news for Ponca Citians! Mark Love, director of the annual “Hometown Christmas Show” has not abandoned his annual production of this event, as many feared. In fact, he recently told NN he will be putting on this year’s “Hometown Christmas Show” as usual, regardless of his recent transfer to Tulsa. So, mark your calendars early — the show is scheduled for Dec. 18. Good for you, Mark! Members of the 1999 Po-Hi Graduating ClassMembers of the graduating Class of 1999 will cross the stage this evening to receive their diplomas, culminating their years as students of Ponca City Senior High School. The following are the 348 members of the Class of 1999. Phillip Shane Abernathy, Charlene Evonne Adams, Jennifer Kay Adams, Sandra Valdez Aguilar, Dondi Annette Alley, Aleena Rene' Ames, Ashley Dawn Anderson, RaeShauna Latrice Anderson, Krista Lee Arnold, Joshua Dale Bailey, Amber Marie Baker, Misty Dawn Baker, Jason Allen Baldock, Kristi Amber Bales, Kristi Lynn Barnes, Lisa Lin Barten, Kimberly Ann Bayha, Amar Bhakta, Matthew Phillip Bintz, Aaron Joseph Blazek, Tina Rebecca Bogner, Matthew James Boies, Amanda Gayle Bonham, Bradley A. Bowlan, Lendsi Jo Boyd, Melissa Jean Brevitz, Matthew D. Brewer, Kathryn Lucinda Bridges, Krystal Marie Bringman, Paul Ryan Broome, Jamie Lynn Brown, Jarrod Dean Brown, Jennifer Belle Brown, Lauren Katherine Brune, Melissa Megan Bryant, Christopher Lynn Buck, Tricia Ann Buerger, Owen Sloan Bullard, Justin David Burns, Brooke LeAnn Burries, Megan Alma Butt-Lawver, Melissa Dawn Byrd. Jason Stewart Cales, Cody Allen Campbell, Michael Scott Carson, Jennifer Rachel Caughman, Joshua Kane Childers, Anthony Wayne Chiu, Janson Tyler Clark, Andrea Jo Clipson, Alisha Tanee’ Cobb, Bryanna Evonne Cobb, Michael Anthony Colbath, Lee Aracely Conchos, Maria Magdalena Conchos, Brian Michael Connelly, Shea Alison Conner, Carrie Cooley, Clay Don Cooper, Kristina Brooke Copeland, Jill Kristina Corbin, Sarah Elizabeth Cowan, Jonathan Scott Crabtree, Cory Lewis Cramer, Desiree Lee Cries For Ribs, Robert James Crosthwait, Kyle Evan Crowder, Rusty Lee Crowell, Jonathan David Danek, Amy Lynai Davidson, Jennifer Dawn Davis, Peter Joseph Davis, Randi Nicole Day, Yonde Michelle DeArmond, Karla DelRio, Renea LaNell Diebold, Bethany Michelle Dillahunty, Natalie Nicole Dillahunty, Samantha Ray Docksey, David Victor Donald, Amy Suzanne Dressen. Cassie Erin Ellenwood, Lucas Benjamin Elmer, Kami Rae Enevoldsen, Andrew Simon England, Oliver Richard Engle, Thomas F. Engle, Martin Michael Engster, Rachel Rion Erkenbeck, Carrie Ann Evans, Melissa Ann Evans, Jamie Clarice Ewing, Shawna Lynn Ewing, Billy Gene Faulk, Adam Bryant Ferguson, Joshua Charles Fields, Rebecca Susanne Fisher, Samuel Robert Fisher, Romi Elizabeth Foreman, Anna Marie Fowler, Whitney Nicole Frederick, Ryan T. Fredricks, Abby Lynn Frick, Cherie Michelle Fry, Jessica Christine Fuhrman, Robert Michael Galbraith, Luis Enrique Reyes Gallegos, Rachel Elise Garlett, Dustin Brian Gearhard, Brian David Geubelle, Amy Jo Glaser, Kevin Lynn Goldman, Matthew Brian Gray, Michael Thomas Gray, Robert Joseph (B.J.) Gray, Jason Matthew Green, Daniel Louis Grimes, Sven Daniel Gross, Markesha Dionne Guess. James Eugene Hall, Katie Jo Hampton, Heather Michelle Hand, Candace Jane Hanson, Daniel Eugene Harris, Keith Allen Harris, Travis E. Harris, Holly Berry Harrison, Paula Jean Hart, Christopher Lewis Hatton, Misty Lynn Hayes, Jennifer Marie Heidlage, Shannon Danielle Heinrich, Jose Wayne Herrera, Jeremy Wayne Herrin, Nate Eugene Herrin, Jeff Daniel Hicks, Michael Lee Hicks, Regina Dawn Hile, Aaron Ryan Hill, John Drew Hilyard, Michelle JoAnn Hintergardt, Nicolette Charmain Hinton, Whitney Michelle Hinton, Jami Ann Hittle, Sarah Kristen Hodge, Sarah Ruth Honick, Matthew Thomas Horinek, Skye Marie Howery, Brian Ray Hraban, Ryan Taylor Ives, Kevin Amos James, Elise Renae Jeffries, Brian Lee Jernigan, Gary Matthew Johnson, Justin R. Johnson, Kaleb Joshua Johnson, Amy Marie Johnston, Shandise Lea Jones, Christopher John Kana, Christopher Brian Keim, Shane Richard Keim, Christi Lea Kellison, Kayla Boutwell Kelly, Devin Ann King, Alexander Panayotis Kolliopoulos, Kasey Jo Koster, Joseph Henry Kruk. Raymond Lowell Lahann, Adam Wayne Lake, Austin K. Lamb, Scott Matthew Larrison, Aaron Lee Laughlin, Rebecca Lynn Lawson, Jonathan P. Leach, Misty DeAnne Lechtenberg, Marci Jane Lee, Holly Suzanne Lewis, Lindsay Marie Licata, James David Griffith Lindsay III, Jovon Marie Lockett, Lacy Michelle Patterson Lockwood, Jacqueline Danielle Logan, Shara Kim Long, Patrick David Lowther, Casey Joseph Luis, Kristopher Ryan Mackey, Andrew Blakeley Martin, Amber Dawn Mauk, Katie Elizabeth Maurer, Abby Jo McBee, Summer Ann McCartney, Courtney Nicole McChristian, Raechel Anne McClain, Marcus C. McCloud, Andrea Dawn McCollough, Melissa Diane McCoy, Ashley Lynn McCracken, Calvin Carl McCulley, Kyle Roy McDaniel, Jamie Lee McGugan, Mary Beth McNeese, Michelle Lynn McNicholas, Mary Kathryn Metzger, Dustin Lee Meyer, Thomas Martin Meyer, Daniel Jonathan Meyers, Derek Loyd Meyers, Eric William Michael, Crystal Yvonne Miller, Joshua Nicholas Milligan, Burton Melvin Miner Jr., William Joseph Miner, Tara Nicole Moates, Kimberly Dawn Moore, Kristin Leigh Moore, Bobby O'Dell Morris, Tarina Lynne Morris, Colter Baird Moyer, Thomas Joseph Murray IV, Wesley Matthew Murrie. Amanda Brooke Neahring, Luke Edward Northcutt, Don Jeffery Nuzum, Anthony Mark Oates, Gayle Marie Otto, Ashley Faye Oxford, Joshua Patrick Ozment, Andrea Nichole Padgett, Sarah Jo Pameticky, Paul Park Paschal, Jimmie D. Patterson Jr., Jeremiah Nicholas Payne, Nicholas Ian Payne, Jordan B. Peters, Jason Wayne Pettigrew, Kimberly Anne Phillips, Amanda Celeste Porter, Annette Marie Priba, Justin Curtis Pruett, Melissa Jane Psikal, Terese Lynette Purkaple, Amber Rose Raffelson, Jeremiah Charles Ramirez, Theresa Berenadette Rathbun, Tanner Austin Ray, Toby Veston RedLeaf, Kevin Richard Reusser, Shawna Weslie Revels, Gina Maria Rickards, Dustin Erwin Rinehart, Misty Dawn Robbins, Cody Wayne Robinson, Heather Chantel Rogers, Uvalda Marcela Rojas, Joseph Leon Roland Jr., Justin Wade Rosebeary, Jeremy Don Ross, Justin Mathew Ross, Sarah Deanne Round, Ashley Elizabeth Roussel, Jennifer Ann Runyan, Jeremy Scott Runyan, Jeana Christine Rush, Charles Douglas Rutherford, Harold Elwood Rutherford. Kathryn Suzanne Salmons, Aaron Michael Sanford, Mindy Monique Sattre, Staci Leigh Schickram, Jonathan Murray Schmauch, Jacquelynn Louise Schroeder, Andrew Nijel Schwarz, Sarah Katrina Scott, Allyson Leigh Shafer, Joy Elaine Sharp, Clarence Leroy Shear Jr., Travis Lee Shields, Ryan Christopher Shimp, Kristopher George Shores, Katy Nichole Sikes, Bobbi Dee Simmons, Jared Kane Sindelar, Tara Janelle Skinner, Erin Amber Slater, Chandra Thea Sledge, Aaron Ray Smith, Casey Duane Smith, Emily Katharine Smith, Jason Riley Smith, Sydni Lee Smith, Trevor Lee Smith, Mariah Tenille Sneath, Jill Allison Snyder, Christopher William Spaich, Cole Thomas Spitzer, Sonya Jean Spore, Richard Clayton Staggs Jr., Caydee Lee Stalcup, Jon Michael Stieber, Julia LeeAnn Stout, John Mark Sudbury, Amie Jo Sumner, Scott Andrew Szabo. Collin Scott Talbot, Drew Richard Endicott Taylor, Wanda Ilene Stocker Taylor, Craig Kyle Thilsted, Amber Dawn Thomas, Paul Michael Thomas, Sydney Lauren Cain Thompson, Beckylee Tibbitts, Joseph Allen Todd, Megan Ann Tomek, Patrick Steven Tucker, Brandy Nicole Turman, Tony Don Turner, Edwina Anette Urioste, Sandy Mistydawn Vaillancourt, Lance Joseph VanZant, Leanna Rose Vazquez. Nathan Leon Walker, Trey Micheal Walters, Kevin L. Ware, Rebecca Mae Ware, Cody Ray Warner, Jaima Raechel Warren, Alexander Reed Wehrle, Darren Lee Wells, Nathan Patrick Wells, David Wayne Westerman, Emily Lane Wheeler, Rachel Harolanne White, Melissa Ann Whitney, Marcus Burns Whitt III, April Renay Wilhelm, Jamie Dawn Williams, Tia Michelle Williams, Clifton Lee Wilson, Sharon Marie Winters, Cheryl Denise York, Pamela Marie Yost, Tianna L. Youngbear, Amy Elizabeth Ziegenhain and Nathan Marcus Zimmerman. Receiving an honorary diploma are Denis Krasimirov Dimitrov, Cathrin Durichen and Heidi Stava. Ponca Tribal Housing Authority Removes Barriers for LoansBy LAURA CORFF News Staff Writer Ponca Tribal Housing Authority (PTHA) has begun to remove barriers of home ownership to Native Americans. The authority obtained certification last November to participate in the Section 184 Indian Housing Loan Guarantee Program. The program is through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Rick Landers, executive director of the authority, said the Ponca Tribe is the second in the state to get certified and the first tribe in the area to utilize the program. The lending territory of the tribe includes the following counties: Kay, Osage, Noble and Pawnee. Pioneer Bank and Trust is working with the authority as the lender. The local bank is the first in the area to participate in the program, according to Carole Jeffries, senior vice president and mortgage loan officer. The Loan Guarantee program will increase the availability of mortgage capital in Indian country and is restricted to Native American borrowers. Loans will be made for existing single family dwellings. Eligible borrowers must include an Indian who will occupy the property as a principal residence and who has met the credit and underwriting standards. Additionally, an Indian housing authority may borrow funds to develop single family homes. Families interested in become homeowners should contact the PTHA at 762-5909, to obtain a packet. The packet contains an application and a checklist of documents and information which will be needed to complete the loan process. Marie Jenkins, PTHA mortgage coordinator, is available for counseling and will assist with communication between the realtor and tribal housing. Additionally, the authority will help with home inspections. The PTHA will also help educate families about credit. Loan preference will be given to Ponca Tribal members, but all Native Americans will be considered, Landers said. He also confirmed the tribe is checking and approving quality properties only. Mechanical inspections will be required, so the homeowners do not incur a lot of maintenance expenses. Applicants are also given a predetermined price range so they can shop for houses they can afford. The first three loans were closed this month, in Tonkawa, Pawnee and Ponca City. Historically tribes, Indian housing authorities and individual Native American families have had limited access to private mortgage capital. Land held in trust for a tribe cannot be mortgaged. In 1992, Congress created a federal program designed to address the lack of mortgage capital in Indian Country. HUD was authorized to guarantee loans made by private lenders to Native Americans. John Derick Hermes Fills Eagle Scout RequirementsJohn Derick Hermes recently filled all the requirements for the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting. His court of honor is set for Saturday, May 22, at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Assembly Center. The public is invited. Hermes was required to meet several requirements which took up to two years and hundreds of volunteer hours to complete. Having completed the requirements, he was examined by an Eagle Board of Review and found worthy of the rank. A special Eagle Project is also required and his project consisted of refurbishing the court yard at Ponca City First Baptist Church. The job entailed removing approximately 200 feet of concrete curbing surround old flower beds, removing 15 trees, shrubs and bushes and filling in the holes that were left behind. He then leveled the ground and resodded the old flower beds and other areas in the court yard as needed. He also repaired and painted the gazebo. In addition to doing much of the work himself, Hermes was required to plan the entire project and supervise other Scouts and volunteers who assisted him. Hermes began his Scouting journey as a Cub Scout in the third grade under the leadership of Cubmaster Richard Shewmake and assistant Pat Zehr, who also led his Webelo step. Steve Leonard served as his leader through all Boy Scout levels. As a Boy Scout he was awarded the coveted Order of the Arrow by fellow scouts and leaders. He attended numerous Will Rogers Boy Scout camp-outs and summer camps. During the 1998 year, and has earned the prestigious BSA Lifeguard Certificate Hermes is a junior at Ponca City High School and a member of the FFA. He is the son of Theresa and Patrick Zehr and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Hermes and Mr. and Mrs. Dale Zehr. Special Programming At Library ScheduledEnrollment for the 1999 Summer Reading Club is under way at the Ponca City Library and will continue through July. Also, special programming is planned from June 1 until July 31, for children two years old and up. Activities include: storytellers Robby McMurtry and Lynn Maroney; stories of pioneer women by Jan Prough; a quilting program by Sue Roy, and Skye Shivers with Miss Kitty. Programs for different age groups are scheduled for Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. On Tuesday, programs for kids ages four through seven will be held at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. For toddlers, sessions will be scheduled on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Additionally, programs for children ages eight and older will be available at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Thursdays. Each child under eight years old must be accompanied by an adult. In addition, a two-for-the-price-of-one Book Fair is taking place through Wednesday. Patrons can attend the fair Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Proceeds of the book sale will provide prizes for Summer Reading Club participants. Last year, approximately 63,421 Oklahoma children participated in the annual state-wide event, which is sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. The program encourages year-round reading. The Ponca City Library and the Friends of the Library are local sponsors of the program. For more information about the Reading Club or the Book Fair, contact Judy Johnson, children’s services librarian, at 767-0345. Vo-Tech System Offering Information on Job TrainingState citizens can obtain information about free construction crafts and safety training offered though Oklahoma’s vo-tech system via a toll free telephone number. The initiative is being called “Skills to Rebuild”. The toll-free number is 1-87-REBUILD-99, according to Dr. Ann Benson, interim director of the Oklahoma Department of Vocational and Technical Education. Hours of operation will be 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday. Most of the training courses and safety courses will be provided at the 13 technology centers/area vo-tech schools in central and north-central Oklahoma, the areas hardest hit by the May 3 tornado. Training classes offered initially will include roofing, drywall, frame carpentry, brick masonry, ceramic tile, concrete finishing, a general tools and equipment class and safety. Classes range from eight to 40 hours. Minimum class size will be five students. “We established this number as a service so that interested residents would not have to call each of our technology centers/area vo-tech schools individually,” said Benson. “Our customer service representatives will access a database which provides the types of training and safety courses available, as well as the times and places they’ll be offered,” she said. The vo-tech agency has budgeted $1 million for the training effort, according to Benson. Schools will be reimbursed for most, if not all, of their costs to offer the training. “We already had a shortage of skilled construction workers in Oklahoma, and our regular, full-time construction program in our high schools and technology centers/area vo-tech schools were having a hard time keeping up with demand,” she confirmed. Park Board Setting Up City SurveyBy LAURA CORFF News Staff Writer Members of the Ponca City Park and Recreation Advisory Board spent most of their meeting Thursday discussing a survey which will soon be available to the community. The board approved the Park and Recreation Services Survey, to include suggestions made by members. Copies of the survey will be distributed to local organizations and church groups, but anyone can call and request a form, according to Jim Eck, of the Park Department. Originally, the Ponca City Board of Commissioners asked the department to direct the survey, which will assist in developing a recreation complex for Ponca City. Such a complex is part of the commission’s Strategic Plan. In other business, members approved a request by New Creation Church to use Pioneer Park for a Singspiration on June 6. The group plans to host gospel singing and a picnic free to the public. Also, Landmark Conservancy of Ponca City was authorized to use Pioneer Park for a “Swingin in the Park” fund raiser on June 8. The event will feature free Swing Band music, according to Bret Carter, vice-chairman for the Conservancy. Tickets will be sold for people to purchase home-made ice-cream, ice tea or lemonade and children’s balloon-jump. Proceeds will benefit the restoration of the Ruby Memorial Gate, located at the entrance to the park. The Conservancy has selected the restoration as a millennium project. The group intends to raise the full amount needed for the project through a series of events and promotions, prior to beginning work. Additionally, the board approved the use of War Memorial Park for an ice cream social on May 29. The event is sponsored by the Friends of Ernest Istook. Award Winning Gods, Monsters To Poncan“Gods and Monsters,” an exquisite portrayal of an aging Hollywood legend, won the Academy Award for Best Screenplay. It was also nominated for Best Actor (Ian McKellan) and Best Supporting Actress (Lynn Redgrave). But that’s just the tip of the awards iceberg. McKellan won five prestigious Best Actor awards, and Redgrave won the Golden Globe award for Best Supporting Actress. In addition, the film either won or was nominated for 24 other international awards for film excellence. This is an extraordinary film, one of the most awarded films of the year. “Gods and Monsters” begins tonight at the Poncan Theatre on Grand. The title refers partly to films made by the central character, who was a real life Hollywood filmmaker. James Whale (McKellan) was the director of “Frankenstein,” “The Bride of Frankenstein,” and other memorable films of the 1930’s. “Gods and Monsters” takes up his life in the 1950’s, when the aging gay man still has a lithe and vigorous spirit and a passion to observe the beauty around him. Ian McKellan, who plays Whale, is one of the most highly acclaimed actors of the English-speaking stage. He has been a mainstay of English Shakespearean production for over four decades. But film making is somewhat new to him. His portrayal of Whale “richly deserves to be remembered,” says the New York Times. “He works wonders with the character.” Time Magazine writes that he has a “great shot for film eminence” in “Gods and Monsters.” The film won “Best Screenplay Adapted from Another Medium,” since it derives from a hypothetical novel by Christopher Bram. The novel and the film, based on the real-life filmmaker Whale, create a touching character study of a gay man who was open about himself in a culture that was generally repressive. But the film shows the character late in life, observing rather than acting. He becomes a “marvelously urbane” but somewhat detached painter, looking and watching, not engaging. This is “a good-hearted” film says Roger Ebert, a “graceful elegy” to a fascinating man. The New York Times says “the razor-sharp cleverness of McKellan’s performance” is at the heart of the film. It “brings unusual fullness and feeling to a most unusual man.” Other films made by the real James Whale include “The Invisible Man,” “Show Boat,” and “The Man in the Iron Mask.” The film also includes excellent depictions of other Hollywood figures, including Boris Karloff, Elsa Lanchester, and George Cukor. The film, with award-winning Lynn Redgrave, Brendan Fraser, and Lolita Davidovich, “has been capably made in all regards,” says the New York Times. “Gods and Monsters,” which is Not Rated by the Motion Picture Association of America, will continue at the Poncan Theatre through the week. For show times or other information, patrons may call the theatre at 580-765-0943. The Poncan is located at 104 East Grand in downtown Ponca City. Literacy Council Offers Tutoring For YoungstersOnce again the Ponca City Area Literacy Council is offering free tutoring in remedial reading and math during the summer for the area’s school children. The tutoring will be held twice a week in the Ponca City Library. Interested parents may call the Literacy Council office at 737-0351 to enroll a child or to get more information. The Literacy Council needs tutors to work with the children during the summer months. The Council is offering a tutor training workshop on Tuesday, June 1, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Programming Room of the Library. It is also offering an additional workshop on The Phonics Game, a new and fun way to teach phonics that will appeal especially to children. This workshop is being offered Tuesday, June 9, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., also in the Library Programming Room. For those interested in helping a child this summer, call the council at 767-0351. District CourtNewkirk Marriage Licenses Steven Duane Parton, 29, and Crystal Dawn Nikel, 33, both of Ponca City. Gregory Leon Lorg, 48, and Joyce Ann Carpenter, 48, both of Tonkawa. Jeffrey Shawn Webster, 29, and Lorraine K. Mayse, 35, both of Ponca City. Dennis Lee Meloy, 26, and Susan Diane Fisher, 40, both of Ponca City. Troy Lewis Sturtz, 23, Broken Arrow, and Jennifer Lee Jeffries, 22, Ponca City. Christopher Paul Irwin, 23, and Lourdes Guadalupe Santos, 20, both of Tonkawa. Travis Jay Gillespie, 20, Blackwell, and Rebecca Mae Ware, 18, Ponca City. Warren Mark Wiens, 28, and Lisa Beth Otipoby, 33, both of Blackwell. Raul Cuevas Arechiga, 36, and Olimpia Cecillia Cruz, 29, both of Ponca City. Richard Clayton Staggs Jr., 17, and Jessica Christine Fuhrman, 18, both of Ponca City. Divorces Sought Linda Loree Knapke vs. Jeffrey Allen Knapke. Shirley Rae Battles vs. Mark Lee Battles. Civil Petitions Employer’s Human Resources Inc. vs. Frank Urban; plaintiff seeking judgment for $13,975.13. NationsBank N.A. vs. Diana M. Almanza; plaintiff seeking judgment for $3,587.48. IMC Mortgage Company vs. Toni L. Cales, et al.; plaintiff seeking judgment for $54,492.18. Beneficial Mortgage Company of Kansas vs. Rick R. Simmons, et al.; plaintiff seeking judgment for $84,534.55. Ponca City Divorces Sought Jennifer A. Douglas vs. Ronnie H. Douglas. Harvey Monroe Taylor Jr. vs. Shawn Louise Taylor. Carolyn Sue Shriner vs. Robert Paul Shriner. Jerrie Don Miller vs. Larisia Christine Miller. Kristie Jan Hunt vs. Brandon Dee Hunt. Sharon L. Lawler vs. Charles A. Lawler. Bonnie Fay Baldwin vs. Johnny Ray Watkins. Sandy C. Overman vs. Steven Wayne Overman. Amy Sue Pameticky vs. Rocky L. Pameticky. Mary Jane Mata vs. Harry Pete Mata. Tonya Lynn McCune vs. Ryan McCune. Letha A. Curl vs. Roy T. Curl. Delvin Dean Kohn vs. Rachel Kohn. Divorces Granted Todd E. Rowe vs. Marcy J. Rowe. Teena Stone vs. Terry Stone. Delbert E. Morris vs. Sandy L. Morris. Civil Petitions Isolde Whitehorn vs. Jacob Thomas Beck; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. James McNiece vs. James Schaefer; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Betty Garner vs. Wal-Mart Stores Inc.; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Cristal Hinkle Berry vs. J.C. Penney Inc.; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Edna Faye Turner vs. Amy Kirby; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Jose Fernando Maciel Jr., et al., vs. Scott Dickinson; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. PTC Instructor One of 2,500 To Get AwardA Ponca City instructor was selected as one of more than 2,500 teachers from around the country to receive the Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year award. Brenda Bennett, health science technology instructor at Pioneer Tech, also received a $500 education grand for Pioneer Technology Center (PTC). “Teachers have one of the most challenging and critical jobs in our country,” said David Glass, president and chief executive officer of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. “The Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year award program is our associates’ way of letting teachers know how much we appreciate their contributions to the education of our youth, which in turn contribute to the vitality of our communities.” Bennett is finishing up her first year of teaching at PTC. Due to the increase in enrollment for this program, Bennett is working on adding a Health Science 1 and II for the next school year. Host Families Still Sought For SHARE ProgramEvery year, hundreds of families open their homes to foreign exchange students through the SHARE High School Exchange Program. Volunteer host families are still needed in the Ponca City area to provide a bed, meals and a loving home for high schools students arriving in August. The students will arrive from over 28 countries including: Germany, Japan, Brazil, Albania and Poland. Youth range in age from 15 to 18 and wish to learn about America and share their own customs and culture. Students stay for five or 10 months and are screened both in their home country and by the SHARE Program. Students are also fully insured and are responsible for their own personal spending money. SHARE is a non-profit educational foundation dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding as a way to develop understanding, tolerance and friendships around the world. Interested families should contact the Oklahoma State Office toll-free at 1-800-311-3738 or the Central States Office at 1-800-715-3738. DEATHSJulian H. Beal Julian H. BealJulian H. Beal, longtime Ponca City resident, died Wednesday, May 19, 1999, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 86. The funeral service will be held Saturday, May 22, 1999, at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church chapel with the Rev. Hance Dilbeck, pastor, and the Rev. Larry Heslip, minister of education, officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Julian H. Beal was born Sept. 20, 1912, in Keirsey, to Jesse B. and Myrtle (Armontrout) Beal. He came to Ponca City at the age of 12 and graduated from Ponca City High School in 1933. On March 25, 1938, he married Frances V. Hanes at First Baptist Church, Ponca City. He served three years in the U.S. Army during World War II with an anti-aircraft unit. He served in the European Theater and received numerous medals, including a Bronze Star. Mr. Beal began his career with Conoco in the marketing and accounting department and retired from the transportation department in Houston, Texas, in October 1976. Mr. Beal was a member of First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for many years. He was active in the Senior Adult I Sunday School class and served as a greeter in the Sunday school department for many years. He enjoyed working outside and gardening. In his earlier years, he enjoyed radio communication. He is survived by his wife, Frances of the home; brother, Jesse C. Beal of Ponca City; sister, Oweta Dagg of Ponca City; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, two brothers, Bert, Jr. and Clyde B., preceded him in death. Casket bearers will be John Davis, Bill Trout, Charley Clegg, Bryan Lake, John Batdorf, and Art Jones. The family will be at 128 Glenside. ObituariesLeo Earl Hazaleus Jr.NEWKIRK — Leo Earl Hazaleus Jr., longtime Newkirk area farmer, died Wednesday evening, May 19, 1999, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City. He was 77. The funeral service has been scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 22, in the Newkirk First Christian Church with the Rev. Jerry Albright officiating. Burial is to follow in Newkirk Cemetery under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service. Leo Earl Hazaleus Jr. was born Oct. 11, 1921, on the family farm southwest of Newkirk, the son of Leo Earl Sr. and Alfaratia (Von Stein) Hazaleus. He grew up on the farm and attended Waddell Rural School, and he graduated from Newkirk High School with the class of 1940. As a 4-H Club member he raised swine and beef. He was also active in livestock judging. After graduation, he began farming full time with his father. On Aug. 18, 1942, he was inducted into the U.S. Army and served in North Africa and Europe with the 172nd Ordinance Service and Maintenance Company Aviation. He received his discharge on Nov. 5, 1945 and returned to the farm near Newkirk. On Dec. 9, 1949, he and Roberta Jane Case were married in Newkirk and established their home on the farm where they have since resided. He always had an interest in young people and continued to be involved with both 4-H and FFA by conducting livestock judging schools at his farm and raising hogs. Mr. Hazaleus was a member and served as a deacon of the First Christian Church. He served on the boards of education for both Stoney Point Rural School and Newkirk Schools. He served on the Township Fair board, was a member of the Newkirk Co-op and a charter member of the Kay County Farm Bureau. He was currently serving as commander of the VFW Clarence Pond Post 4979. He is survived by his wife, Roberta, of the home; three daughters, Janie McGuire and her husband Jim of Arkansas City, Kan., Rose Mary Harader and her husband Danny of Ponca City, and Ruthy Hazaleus of Oklahoma City; two sisters, Margie Kelle of Braman and Elaine Fulton of Newkirk. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Mike and Angie Harader, Scott and Melanie Harader, and Jared McGuire; great-grandchildren, Ricky, Brittany, and Ashley Harader; numerous nieces and nephews; his friend and helper, Tracy Dorl; and a host of other friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Donald and Melvin. Serving as casket bearers will be Mike Harader, Scott Harader, Jared McGuire, Jeff Hazaleus, Tracy Dorl, and Bill Mitchell. Honorary bearers are VFW members. Memorial funds have been established with the VFW, the Kay County Junior Livestock Association, and the First Christian Church and may be made through Eastman National Bank, P.O. Box 468, Newkirk 74647-0468. paid obituary FuneralsSaturday Raymond LoeschFuneral at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Enid. Burial will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, Enid. NEWS BRIEFSGirl Scout Fund Raiser — The Girl Scout Troop 458 fund raiser will be held Saturday from 8 a.m. to ?, at 1608 Meadowbrook, south of Hartford Avenue, in the cul-de-sac. Items available include antique Singer sewing machine in wood cabinet, computer, waterbed, bicycles, wood coffee table and end table, television sets, collectibles, miscellaneous craft items and glassware, and clothing. Boone’s Greenfield Greenhouses. Growing quality plants since 1979. You may buy cheaper but, never better! Expect Quality at our greenhouse at Buy For Less.adv. Special Meeting — A special meeting has been called for the executive board of the American Indian Exposition Board of Directors Sunday at 2 p.m. in Room 419C, State Capital Building, 2300 North Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, in accordance with the Constitution and By Laws of the American Indian Exposition. Good Used Maytags, 315 E. Grand, Copeland Appl. adv. Book Fair — The Ponca City Library is hosting a two-for-one Book Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; and Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pauline's Shrimp peel. All you can eat, $11.95, Friday the 21st. For reservations, call 765-5460.adv. Electric Problems — An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 6:40 a.m. Thursday to report a high line pole was arcing and laying on a fence eight miles east on U.S. 60 on the south side of the road. The Water and Light Department was advised. Balloon Bouquets $24.99 Roses, from $10- “Villa” Floral & Balloons at West End, 223 W. Grand. 765-8864. adv. Embezzlement — An employee of Citgo, North Second Street and East Highland Avenue, advised the Ponca City Police Department at 8:41 a.m. Thursday that a former employee embezzled from the business. An officer responded and took information for a warrant request. Jim Bowen Construction Custom homes, room additions and remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv. Vandalism — A Ponca City police officer took a vandalism report in the 800 block of South Twelfth Street at 10:14 a.m. Thursday. Head Country Saturday night special. All you can eat beef bris- ket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $6.95. 4-8 p.m. 1217 East Prospect. adv. Break In — A resident in the 2200 block of Jane Street notified the Ponca City Police Department at 12:34 p.m. Thursday, to report a break in and an assault and battery that occurred. An officer responded and took a report. 5-Gallon Spirea, reg. $22.50, sale $17.99. Keathly Nursery, 2448 Bridge Ave., 762-2922. adv. Arrest — A Ponca City police officer arrested a 47-year-old man at 2:15 p.m. Thursday on a Cowley County warrant. 2 Fedders window units like new 1 -24000 BTU $450, 1 -7500 BTU $125, Sat. & Sun. 8 - 12, 120 Whitworth. adv. Accident — At 3:33 p.m. Thursday, a Ponca City police officer took a report of a non-injury accident in the 100 block of South Fourth Street. Dougan's Bar-B-Q Saturday special 4-8 p.m. All you can eat beef brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv. Stolen — The Ponca City Police Department received a call from a subject in the 400 block of South Fourteenth Street, who advised a cigarette case containing $120 was stolen out of a shopping cart at Wal-Mart. An officer responded at 4:03 p.m. Thursday and took a report. Furr’s Dining Now open continuously 11-8 Sunday-Thursday, 11-8:30 Friday and Saturday. adv. Minor Accident — A Ponca City police officer took a report of a backing accident at South Second Street and East Central Avenue at 4:09 p.m. Thursday. Arrest — A Ponca City police officer arrested a 20-year-old man from a traffic stop at West Summit Avenue and North Union Street at 10:12 p.m. Thursday, for speeding and no drivers’ license. Curfew Violations — At 11:21 p.m. Thursday, four juveniles were cited for curfew violations in the 400 block of North Elm Street, by a Ponca City police officer. One Group 4” geraniums, sale 99 cents each. Keathly Nursery, 2448 Bridge Ave., 762-2922. adv. Explosion — At 3:30 a.m. Friday, a Ponca City police officer advised the Communication Officers that he heard an explosion and saw a flash of light north of the 700 block of Marland Drive. Two officers responded and located a light crew in Dan Moran Park. The crew had replaced a transformer that blew. No injuries were reported. Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Monday, 4-6 p.m., Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. adv. 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. Spring Is here! Mrs. Brown’s Attic is ready with picture frames and garden gifts. 300 E. Grand. Downtown Ponca City. adv. Special Help? — The Ponca City News has a spot that will get results for you. It’s in the News Briefs column, phone 765-3311. LIFESTYLESLittle News Little NewsBrandon and Mandi Coleman of Ponca City announce the birth of their son, Baley Clinton Coleman, at 9:13 p.m. May 4, 1999, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and measured 20 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Douglas and Teresa Powell of Ponca City, Tony and Becki Coleman of Burbank, and Gaylinda Dobkins of Borger, Texas. Great-grandparents are Patsy Martin of Ponca City, Ernie and Angie Powell of Salsbury, Md., Ralph and Charlotte Dobkins of Borger, Texas, and Jack and Janice Coleman of Fairfax. Party Honors Jacki AdamsJacki Adams, bride-elect of Kori Benton, was honored with a bridal shower May 13 in the Fireside Room of the First Assembly of God Church. The couple plans a June 12 wedding. Crystal and white eyelet accents were used on the serving table, which was highlighted by an arrangement of sunflowers and ivy. Special guests included the prospective bridegroom’s grandmother, Rowena Benton, and his aunt, Pat Caldwell of Stillwater; the bride-to-be’s grandmother, Leavinna Prewitt of Beggs, and her aunt, Brenda Storie. Hostesses for the event were Ardetha Christenson, Rhonda Benton, Beth Schrickem, Kyle Godberson, Nancy Overall, Carol Dyer, Jackie Hughes, Beverly Ward, Laura Howard, and Dixie Brown. Try Kebabs With Spices, Vegetables(AP) — Southwestern cooking makes a vivid statement. Its tastes are not for the timid. Its style is characterized by bold flavors, colorful ingredients and earthy seasonings. Cumin, cilantro, red pepper, oregano, garlic and chili powder are among the most commonly used herbs and spices. They go wonderfully well with robust beans, tart lime, fiery chilies, corn and tomatoes to give food a zesty flavor and appearance. Mexicana Shrimp and Vegetable Kebabs Marinade: Juice of 1 lemon (2 tablespoons) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon salt Kebabs: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 small zucchini, cut in 1/2-inch slices 1 cup mushrooms, cut in half 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch dice 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch cubes In a bowl or self-closing plastic bag, combine marinade ingredients. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Refrigerate 15 minutes. Skewer the shrimp alternately with the vegetables. Broil or grill kebabs 7 to 8 minutes, turning frequently or until the shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are tender. Serve with cooked rice. Makes 4 to 6 servings. RELIGION‘Ashram’ Coming to Oklahoma ‘Ashram’ Coming to OklahomaThe Oklahoma United Christian Ashram will be held July 22, 23 and 24, 1999, at Methodist Canyon Camp near Hinton, Okla. The “Ashram” is a movement begun in India by the late missionary, evangelist, teacher and writer E. Stanley Jones. Now “Ashrams” are held worldwide. Others in our area are held in Colorado, Kansas, Arkansas and Texas. All sessions of the Oklahoma Ashram are held in the Hardt Lodge at Canyon Camp. Dr. Tom C. Fuller of Hereford, Texas will be evangelist this year. Bible teacher is Dr. Grayson Lucky of Stillwater, well known to Ponca Citians, and music director is the Rev. Phillip Erwin of Tonkawa. The Rev. Richard and Peggy Fox, of Edmond, are co-directors this year. Cost for the Ashram is $80 which includes registration, meals and lodging. Ms. Phyllis Younts, 8555 South Lewis, No. 1A, Tulsa, OK 74137 is the registrar, and those wishing to attend should register with her by July 12. Partial scholarships are available. Dr. Fuller is presently the pastor at First United Methodist in Hereford, Texas. He has served many churches in Texas. He received his B.A. from McMurry University in Abilene, his Master of Theology from Perkins School of Theology and his D. Min. from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena. He has served in many Ashrams as Evangelist and Bible Teacher and was one of the Evangelists at the North American Christian Ashram in August. Dr. Lucky is District Superintendent of the Stillwater District of the United Methodist Church. Ponca Citians will remember him as pastor of the Albright United Methodist Church several years ago. In addition to serving as pastor of several Oklahoma churches, he has taught at Southern Nazarene University and Phillips Theological Seminary in Enid, and led Bible Studies at the School of Missions at OCU. He received his B.A. in religion and music education and M.A. from Southern Nazarene University. He received his Master of Theology from Perkins School of Theology and his Honorary Doctor of Divinity from OCU. For more information you may contact the Rev. Mr. Erwin at 580-628-8667. The Ashram is for any person desiring spiritual renewal, inspiration and fellowship. Church BriefsFr. Michalicka Observes 40th Anniversary Recently parishioners at St. Mary’s Catholic Church came together at the church to help Fr. John Michalicka celebrate his 40th year as a priest. Families gathered in the Parish Hall and gym for good food, good times, and to share some memories of Fr. Mickalicka’s time at St. Mary’s. He shared some insights of his experiences as a priest with the gathering, and pointed out what he really enjoys is being a part of people’s lives — in marriage, birth, illness, and the ordinariness of everyday life. Grace Episcopal Observing 101st Year Grace Episcopal Church will be observing its 101st Anniversary this Sunday, according to an announcement made by the Rev. Steve Mallory, Deacon, who will lead the service in the absence of the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong, who is on sabbatical in the Holy Land. Two services are planned, 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The first Holy Communion was celebrated at Grace Church on June 15, 1900 with the Rt. Rev. Francis Key Brooke as celebrant. The first meeting of the congregation was held in Ponca City’s City Hall, located on the southeast corner of Fifth and Grand, in the Masonic Hall. Webb City Church to Host The Texans The Webb City Church of God will be hosting The Texans in concert on Saturday evening, May 22 at 7 o’clock for an evening of good, ole gospel singing, it was announced. Everyone is welcome to come and hear this group of gospel singers from Branson, Mo. Osage Heights Baptists Plan VBS “Mount Extreme: The Ultimate Good News Challenge” is the theme of Vacation Bible School planned at Osage Heights Baptist Church, according to Pastor Leon Grider. The annual event is scheduled for Monday, May 24 through Friday, May 28 at the church facility, 3859 Tapp Road, from 9 a.m. until noon each day. Pastor Grider said children three years old through sixth grade are welcome to attend. For more information you may call him at 765-6298. ‘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 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m. and Wednesday 7 p.m. We have classes for all age levels — nursery through adult. Watch the Search program Sunday 8 a.m. TV Channel 5 or TV Channel 8. Michael Ray, domestic missionary, his wife Susan and their children, Elizabeth, Jeff and Alex, who have been working at Hartford Avenue Church of Christ for about eight months, will be moving to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, at the end of May. The plan of work is for Michael to plant a new Church of Christ in Sioux Falls. Studies show Sioux Falls is a city of about 120,000 people, with one third to one-half, not actively involved in any church, making it a great opportunity for spreading the gospel. “I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth.” I Corinthians 3:6. Crestview Baptists Plan Bible School Crestview Baptist Church invites all children — ages 4th to 6th grades — to join them on an expedition to Mt. Extreme, the Ultimate Good News Challenge. Every day will be an exciting time as the group hikes through adventure-filled Bible stories, creates a mountain of crafts, experiences extraordinary Mt. Extreme music, and climbs to new heights in recreation. Mt. Extreme, the Ultimate Good News Challenge will be held at Crestview Baptist Church facility, 3228 Indian Hills Road and U.S. 60E on May 24-27, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Family Night will be Thursday evening at 7 p.m. for parents and children. For more information, please call 762-7817 or 765-6730. Tribute Set for Anthony Christian Sunday afternoon, May 23, at 3 o’clock at Outreach Church of Christ, tribute will be paid to Anthony Christian, it was announced today by the Rev. Sylvester Alexander, pastor. Guest pastor for the occasion will be the Rev. J.J. Jones of First Baptist Church in Depue, Okla. Guests are welcome to attend, the Rev. Mr. Alexander said. POP Lutherans to Celebrate Pentecost Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 Turner Road, will celebrate Pentecost Sunday, the birthday of the Christian Church. Three youth, Shane Louis, Kyle Correll, and Molly Tomek, will be confirmed at the 10 a.m. worship service. Pastor Keck is teaching a study entitled “Manna and Mercy” on Wednesday evenings. Contact the church for more details. Anyone looking for a church home is invited to attend the worship service, and Sunday School for ages 3 through adult, which meets each Sunday at 9 a.m., followed by worship at 10 a.m. Vacation Bible School Coming Soon The Education Committee of Community Christian Church is announcing dates for Vacation Bible School. It will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. each evening beginning Sunday June 6 and ending Thursday June 10. This year’s theme is SonCastle Faire, a wonderful week of adventure in a medieval castle setting. The children will learn about Jesus’ Parable of the Talents and discover and use their own God-given talents. All children are welcome. Community Christian Church is located at 2109 W. Grand. ‘Jehovah Tsidkenu’ Banner Leads Marchers for JesusJesus said, “Love one another” — March for Jesus says, “So do it!” The theme for the fifth annual Ponca City March for Jesus was the inspiration behind the recent donation of a banner to The First Church of God, by the March for Jesus organization. The banner was donated to Pastor Tom Smith by Jeannette Sroufe, local march organizer and Jenny Pollman, who designed and constructed the magnificent “Jehovah Tsidkenu” banner. “The banner was given to The First Church of God to show gratitude for the countless things that the church has done for the March for Jesus organization over the past five years. We want to thank them for use of the facilities, the prayers, and the many, many hours that were donated to insure that each march has been a success. We truly appreciate each and every one of the members who has given so selflessly to our organization,” said Sroufe. Pastor Smith accepted the banner on behalf of the church congregation. “This gift was an answer to my prayers.” The Jehovah Tsidkenu banner represents a three-fold progression of the sacrificial priesthood appointed by God: The Old Testament High Priest; Jesus, our High Priest; and the New Testament Saints. “Jehovah Tsidkenu” translates to “God our Righteousness”. The red satin banner represents Jesus’ atoning blood of our High Priest. Jesus was chosen by God as the “perfect sacrifice” who offered Himself for a world lost in sin. The representation of the priestly garment comes from the Word of God. “...pomegranates of blue, purple and scarlet and of fine woven linen ... bells of pure gold, and put the bells between the pomegranates on the hem of the robe ...” (Ex. 39:24-26), “Then they made the plate of the holy crown of pure gold, and wrote on it an inscription like the engraving of a signet: ‘Holiness To The Lord’. And they tied to it a blue cord, to fasten it above on the turban, as the Lord had commanded Moses.” (Ex. 39:28; 30-31). The breastplate of the high priest was worn when he went into The Holy Place. Even though the high priest of Israel was from the tribe of Levi, he carried the stones of all the different tribes on his chest. This was to symbolize that those who would walk in the high calling must carry all of God’s people on their hearts. Each stone represented one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Seven, (the number of completeness), blue and gold ribbons are representative of heavenly character, shown in blue, and gold representing the refining of the saints. And, the blue tassel comes from Number 15:38-39; 41.” ... Tell them to make tassels on the corners of their garments throughout their generations, and to put a blue thread in the tassels of the corners. And you shall have the tassel, that you may look upon it and remember all the commandments of the Lord and do them ... and be holy for your God.” The “Jehovah Tsidkenu” banner will be the lead banner for this year’s march which begins with a prayer rally at 9 a.m. Saturday in the parking area of The First Church of God, and the march will begin at 10 a.m. Last minute reminders: “Canning Hunger” food drive will be collecting canned food that will be donated to local food pantries. The youth rally will be held Saturday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at Ponca City Foursquare Church, 700 West Broadway, with speaker Luke Lang. Trailers will be available to anyone who cannot walk the entire length of the march. An information table will be set up on the front lawn of First Church of God to assist marchers. T-shirts, songbooks, bumper stickers, and “The Best of March for Jesus” cassettes are available at The Master’s Touch and before and after the march. And, as the march concludes in Garfield Park, there will be a time of fellowship and entertainment during the afternoon. For any additional details, call Jeannette Sroufe at 765-4982, or see the website at lovestation.org. Presbyterian Laymen Complete Stephen Series Leader’s TrainingTwo members of First Presbyterian Church, Ponca City, were among the 540 pastors and congregation leaders at a Stephen Series Leader’s Training Course held from Sunday, April 25 until Saturday, May, 1999 in St. Louis, Mo. Stan Paynter and Larry Williams attended the seven-day training event hosted by the St. Louis-based Stephen Ministries organization. Participants came from across the U.S. and Canada to learn how to implement and direct Stephen Ministry, a system of Christian caregiving, in their congregation. “Stephen Ministry gives First Presbyterian Church an effective way to train and organize members to provide one-to-one Christian care to individuals struggling with a crisis like grief, divorce, loneliness, relocation, hospitalization, a terminal illness, or unemployment,” said Paynter. “The need for this type of care greatly exceeds what pastors alone can provide. All Christians are called to care for and love one another — it’s not just the pastor’s job. By equipping lay people we can help them fulfill their calling as Christians and also expand the amount of caring ministry available through First Presbyterian Church.” Stan and Larry were commissioned as “Stephen Leaders” at the conclusion of the event. One of their next steps will be to recruit, select, and train members of First Presbyterian Church to be “Stephen Ministers,” the ones who will provide one-to-one care. They will then match each Stephen Minister with an individual in need of care and provide the Stephen Ministers with ongoing supervision and continuing education. Stan and Larry join a team of four Stephen Leaders at First Presbyterian Church, which started their Stephen Ministry in 1994. Since that time, 20 members have been trained as Stephen Ministers and over 50 have received the formal care of a Stephen Minister. For more information about First Presbyterian Church’s Stephen Ministry, contact Dr. Monty Fey, at 762-2431. To learn how your congregation can become involved, contact Stephen Ministries, 2045 Innerbelt Business Center Drive, St. Louis, Mo., 63114, 314/428/2600. First Lutherans Tell ServicesMay 23 brings Christian churches to the feast of Pentecost. All of the Scripture readings, hymns, and responses for both the 8:30 a.m. and the 11 a.m. services at First Lutheran Church will focus on the vital work of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Ramsey’s sermon is entitled “Gifted with God, the Holy Spirit.” The anthem by the Senior Choir will be “Descend, O Holy Spirit.” The first service will be in the sanctuary as usual, but the second service will be held at Lake Ponca Park. There the congregation will gather under the trees to worship with Scripture readings, praise songs, prayers, and a message. Following the service a picnic lunch will be served. Guests are welcome to join the members of the congregation for either of the worship services and the picnic at noon. May 23 is also Organ Donor Sunday at First Lutheran. This is the day that members will be given an opportunity to bring special contributions to the Organ Endowment Fund for the restoration of the church’s pipe organ. The amount in the fund is growing quickly, and the hope is to surpass the set goal on Sunday. Please remember that First Lutheran also conducts an evening service in the sanctuary at 6:30 p.m. each Sunday evening. This short, informal service has been a great opportunity to those who are unable to attend services in the morning because of their work schedule. Also it is a fine worship setting for families with young children or those who simply would like to become acquainted with Lutheran worship. Sunday, May 30 will be Trinity Sunday. The festive service will stress the doctrine of the Triune God. That Sunday will be the final day in the current worship theme “Combined in Celebration.” A new theme will then begin on June 6. EDUCATIONSchool News School NewsDelbert Carlile Scholarship Amber Baker, daughter of Marvin Baker and Pat and Dave Decker, was selected as recipient of the Delbert W. Carlile Scholarship. A member of the National Honor Society, Po-Hi Chorale, and active in track, she plans to attend the University of Central Oklahoma and major in business. Carlile coached and taught social studies and driver’s education at Po-Hi for 40 years, retiring in 1976. He also served as counselor, vice principal and athletic director and founded the O-Kee-He Indian Club. He graduated from Oklahoma A&M. Stella Fenwick Scholarship Jonathan Danek, son of David and Cheryl Danek, was named as recipient of the Stella Fenwick Scholarship. A member of the National Honor Society, Po-Hi Choral, and the First Lutheran Church, he plans to attend Concordia University in Seward, Neb., and major in secondary education with an emphasis in biology and history. Stella Fenwick was born in 1901. Her mother died when she was 12, and her father took her out of school. She later earned her high school degree and always dreamed of becoming a teacher, but never did. The scholarship was established by her daughters for a student planning to teach in a public school. ACT Workshop Oklahoma State University will hold an ACT preparation workshop Saturday, June 5, one week prior to an ACT National Test Day. Registration is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. with the workshop starting at 9 a.m. at 107 Willard on the Stillwater campus and ending at 3:30 p.m.. Pre-registration is required; deadline is Friday, May 28; cost of the workshop is $30, including all instruction and materials. For additional information or to register (phone registration by credit card only), call (405) 744-6254 or (800) 765-8933. BYU GraduateEmily Foy Glasgow, daughter of Howard and Patricia Foy and granddaughter of Elizabeth Foy and Jay Riggs of Panguitch, Utah, graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor of science degree in business management, finance. She has been accepted into the Marriott School of Business and the J. Reuben Clark Law School where she will pursue a JDMBA. Her husband, Jeff Glasgow, graduated with her. Psychology Honor Society Michelle Lynn Barnett, daughter of Dennis and Connie Barnett and Frank and Sonya Rogers, was inducted into Psi Chi, the national honor society in Psychology. A 1996 Po-Hi graduate, she also made the President’s Honor Roll this spring at Oklahoma State University where she will be a senior next year. Mortar Board Inductee Heather Sattre has been inducted into Mortar Board, a national honor society for college seniors, at the University of Central Oklahoma and will serve as historian. She is a senior nursing student, a 1996 Po-Hi graduate and recently has been named a U.S. National Collegiate Award winner in nursing by the U.S. Achievement Academy. OSU Scholarship Recipient Rachel Rion Erkenbeck has accepted the 1999 Oklahoma State University Valedictorian Scholarship. The daughter of Janice Bell of Ponca City and S.W. Erkenbeck of Newkirk, she is president of the Foreign Language club, treasurer of Orchestra Council and active in the National Honor Society and the school Color Guard. OSU Okmulgee Honorees Kay County has six honor students named for the spring semester at Oklahoma State University, Okmulgee. From Ponca City are Travis Behara, James Butler, Travis Hager and Richard Balfanz; and from Blackwell, Michael Pruett and Melissa Rhodd. MBA Recipient Brien Richard Thorstenberg, son of Richard and Pat Thorstenberg, received his master of business administration degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, May 15. Brien is a former graduate of Po-Hi and Oklahoma State University. Brien is the community employment director for Sunshine Industries in Ardmore where he resides with his wife, Glenna. KSU Graduate Angela Joy Olinger was a candidate to receive her bachelor of science degree in interior design from Kansas State University Saturday, May 15. Student Academic Mentor Shelley Branum, Oklahoma State University sophomore, has been selected to be a Student Academic Mentor (SAM) for the 1999-2000 academic year to help freshmen and trasfer students adjust to university life. Branum, an interior design major, is the daughter of John and Karen Branum. Conoco National Women’s History Winners AnnouncedConoco National Women’s History Month committee recently announced winners of its first essay contest. To recognize Women’s History Month in March, the committee sponsored “Discovering Women in Math, Science and Technology,” an essay contest for local 7th-graders. The winners were first place, “Jerri Cobb — An Aviation Pioneer” by Meghan Williams from St. Mary’s School; second place, “Alice Hamilton — Industrial Toxicologist” by Stephanie Garino from St. Mary’s School; and third place, “Elizabeth Blackwell” by Andrea Boman, a home-schooled student. The winners received Ponca City Chamber Bucks — first place, $75; second place, $50; and third place, $25. All schools with participating students received a book about women in science and technology “The judges were thrilled with the quality of all the essays,” said Shanley Wells, committee member. “They were extremely well-written, and it was exciting to see the variety of women the students found to write about.” National Women’s History Month began as Women’s History Week in 1978. Within a few years, thousands of schools and communities were celebrating National Women’s History Week, supported and encouraged by resolutions from governors, city councils, school boards and the U.S. Congress. In 1987, the California-based National Women’s History Project petitioned Congress to expand the national celebration to the entire month of March. Since then, the National Women’s History Month Resolution has been approved with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate. Each year, programs and activities in schools, workplaces and communities have become more extensive as information and program ideas have been developed and shared. “The purpose of Women’s History Month is to raise the awareness of all students — female and male — about the wealth of women’s history that has been left out of the standard texts used in most schools,” Wells continued. “We hope this exposure will inspire students and teachers to further question and discover more about our shared heritage. By better understanding the varying roles of women throughout time, students will gain a more realistic understanding of our contemporary society,” she concluded. To learn more about the National Women’s History Project, visit their Web site at www.nwhp.org. Garfield Academy Class Donates BooksStudents in Ms. Dale’s multiage class at Garfield Academy recently conducted a drive to collect books to donate to Ponca City’s Family Resource Center housed in the Lincoln Center. Students and staff members filled the first box and needing a second box for donated books. The books were presented by Dale’s students and Forrest Mertz to Emily Greenhagen, director of the Family Resource Center and will be available for families to check out from the center and for children to read while families are in parenting meetings. The drive was a result of generosity unit of the Character First curriculum, a published curriculum started in 1993 in Oklahoma City with 45 character qualities; the students of Garfield have studied the first nine units this year. The curriculum was purchased for Garfield Academy by Mertz, Inc. Mertz has used this curriculum successfully with employees and was willing to 0sponsor the program in Ponca City Schools. Friends of Education Board MeetsThe Friends of Education board of directors met on May 18 in the Ponca City Schools Administration Building. Items on the agenda were the assessment of the Celebration at the Poncan Theatre and suggestions for fundraising for the approaching school year. There was lengthy discussion concerning the implementation of the Great Expectations program into the middle and secondary schools in Ponca City. The Friends of Education would be willing to supply the funding for any teacher at that level to attend the Summer Institute. Many children in the elementary schools are involved in Great Expectations. Dr. White, superintendent of schools, stated that with all that is happening in schools across the nation, addressing the issue of administrators and teachers building trusting relationships with students is imperative. Great Expectations promotes well being, self-esteem and communication. Charles Hollar commented that the Friends of Education board has become a model statewide among the education community and the momentum it has created within the Ponca City community in regard to the Great Expectations program is admired. Statewide, in two years, the number of teachers attending the Great Expectations Summer Institute has grown from 1,700 to 4,000, and 16 to 17 percent of all elementary teachers in the state have attended. The next meeting of the Friends of Education is scheduled for August 24. Ponca Tribe’s Summer Food Program BeginsThe Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma, as a sponsor and participant in the Summer Food Service Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, announces the availability of free meals for all children without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or disability. The meals will be served at the Ponca Tribal Affairs Building located in the White Eagle community between 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. beginning June 1 through July 23. In addition to serving lunch, there will be arts and crafts classes held each week during the summer. Field trips and activities are also planned. For more information about the summer lunch program, or any summer activities scheduled, call Chris LittleCook at (580) 763-0120 between 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.. The Summer Food Service Program is an equal opportunity program. Those who believe they have been discriminated against because of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability may appeal the decision of the sponsoring agency or write to the State Department of Education, School Lunch Division, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105-4595, or Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. SPORTSHuskers Shuck SoonersOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The calendar says it’s May, but the way his team is playing reminds Nebraska coach Dave Van Horn of late February and March. His Cornhuskers won 16 of 17 games during one stretch at that time, and now they’ve won nine of 10 including the first two games of the Big 12 tournament. ‘‘The last two weeks we played really well, and I even made the comment over a week ago that we’re starting to get it back and play like we did in March,’’ Van Horn said after a 14-7 victory over Oklahoma on Thursday night. ‘‘It just seems like things are falling into place for us.’’ Thursday’s victory means the fifth-seeded Cornhuskers (39-16) are off until Saturday, when they play the winner of today’s elimination game between No. 1 seed Texas A&M and Oklahoma. The tournament’s other unbeaten is Baylor, which defeated Texas 8-2 in a game that stretched into early today. Baylor will play Saturday against the other loser’s bracket survivor, either Missouri or Texas. Nebraska is 2-0 in the conference tournament for the first time since 1990, when it went on to lose two straight and get eliminated. Jarod Bearinger shut Oklahoma down after coming on in the third inning and Nebraska put together 15 hits to beat the Sooners. Nebraska scored four runs in the first inning off Kyle Denney (4-6) and never trailed. However, Oklahoma (30-28) kept things interesting by scoring three runs in the second inning and one more in the third to tie the game. Bearinger (3-1) came on in relief of Shane Komine, got out of the third-inning trouble and went the final 6 2/3, allowing just three more runs, two of them earned. ‘‘It’s called pitching. You can’t give up 14 runs, that’s the bottom line,’’ OU coach Larry Cochell said. ‘‘We’re going to have to play our best game of the year (against A&M) and we’re going to have to pitch better than we did tonight.’’ Texas A&M’s Casey Fossum pitched a complete game as the Aggies stayed alive by eliminating Oklahoma State, 4-2. Fossum (10-5) struck out 10 and walked two. The Aggies (45-13) will be seeking to avenge a 10-5 loss to Oklahoma that knocked them into the loser’s bracket. Oklahoma State (40-17) went two and out in the conference tournament for the first time since 1979. ‘‘I knew that my job was to pitch a complete game so that we could save some people that will be ready tomorrow,’’ Fossum said. ‘‘I’m a little tired, but it was worth it.’’ The victory was the 661st for coach Mark Johnson, moving him past Tom Chandler atop the A&M career list. The first extra-inning game in the three-year history of the Big 12 tournament ended with Missouri eliminating Texas Tech, 8-7. Jake Epstein’s single in the bottom of the 12th drove across the winning run. Missouri (36-18) led 7-4 after six innings, but a three-run homer by Josh Bard in the seventh tied the game. Bard finished with four RBIs for Texas Tech (40-15). The last game of the night, which ended early this morning, saw freshman Jace Brewer hit a grand slam in the top of the sixth inning. Jaime Bubela joined Brewer in providing punch for the batting attack with a pair of hits. The Longhorns were led by Ryan Brooks with a pair of hits hits. Longhorns’ starter Scott Dunn (9-5) was tagged with the loss. Texas A&M-Oklahoma St. Texas A&M 110 001 100 — 4 9 2 Oklahoma St. 000 002 000 — 2 8 1 Fossum and Schumacher. Dreier, Bludau (4), Rushing (7) and Budde. W—Fossum, 10-5. L—Dreier, 8-4. HRs—Texas A&M, Scarborough (4); Oklahoma St., McCullough (11). A—9,030. Oklahoma-Nebraska Oklahoma 031 000 201 — 7 13 2 Nebraska 401 202 14x — 14 15 2 Denney, Greusel (4), Bradbury (6), Pascucci (6), Reyes (8), Sturdivant (8), Graves (8) and Van Horn. Komine, Bearinger (3) and Cowan. W—Bearinger, 3-1. L—Denney, 4-6. HRs—Oklahoma, Park (10). A—11,972. Texas Tech-Missouri Texas Tech 002 002 300 000 — 7 9 2 Missouri 011 032 000 001— 8 16 4 Tracey, Stewart (5), Rowe (5), Roberson (6) and Bard; Harris, George (7) and Williams. W—George. L—Roberson. HR—Texas Tech, Bard (13) and Eiguren (7). A—9,090. Baylor-Texas Baylor 000 115 010 — 8 11 0 Texas 010 000 010 — 2 7 3 Baylor Scott, Outlaw (7) and Loeb; Texas Dunn, Hale (6), Seibel (9) and Anderson. W— Scott (9-1). L— Dunn (9-5). HR—Baylor, Brewer. Texas None. A— 3,300.
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