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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, June 21, 1998 LOCALFiling Time Draws Near Boyd Seeks Election As 8th District Judge Tresa Engle To Seek Assessor Post Again Maddox Will Seek Re-election as D.A. Powelson Will Seek Commssioner Post Nearly News Letters New Mayor To Preside District Insurance Policies On Special Board Agenda Area Students Fall Short in Several Categories City Calendar ‘Oldies’ Dance Will Benefit Peachtree Landing Shelter Brown Bag Series Returns With Musical Presentations Police, Fire Deparments Issue Warnings About Fireworks Use SJRMC Plans Babysitting Basics Course for Teens This Summer Camp To Encourage Helping Others In Times of Crisis Helpline Is There Country Singer To Promote New Album Here Harmony House Answers Substance Abuse Needs PTC Business Incubator Gives Businesses a Start Oil and Gas Report Golden Villa, El Chico Cooperate for Benefit 13th Marland School Reunion At Frontier School on July 25 Rock-Blues Great Set For Poncan Annual Christmas in July Set for July 5 Tonkawa Needs 4th Entertainers Jobs Available Through JTPA Summer Lunch Kids Activities at Lake Ponca To Precede Fireworks Display Democrats Hear From Candidates For County Posts Filing Time Draws NearBy MARK GALVIN News Staff Writer With announcements from four more candidates this week, six individuals so far have indicated they will seek office or reelection in the 1998 election year. Previously indicating their intentions to seek reelection have been Associate District Judge Leslie D. Page and Kay County Treasurer Pat Schieber. The times to file for candidacy this year will be from 8 a.m. Monday, July 6, through 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, with a contest period on July 9 and 10. Candidates for county offices must file at the election board in the county courthouse and other candidates must file in Oklahoma City. A candidate for county office must be a registered voter in the county six months prior to the first day of filing. Other qualifications apply to specific state and county offices. Not eligible to be candidates for any state, county or judicial office are felons and those who have been convicted or have pleaded guilty/no contest to a misdemeanor involving embezzlement. Posts that are up for election again this year, listed by office, length of term and current officeholder, are as follows: Kay County Assessor, four year term, Tresa Engle. Kay County Treasurer, four year term, Pat Schieber. Kay County Commissioner — District One, four-year term, Dee Schieber. Kay County Commissioner — District Three, four-year term, Rex Purdy. District Attorney — Eighth District, four-year term, John Maddox. District Judge — Eighth District, four-year term, D.W. Boyd. Associate District Judge — Eighth District, four-year term, Leslie D. Page. State Representative — District 37, two-year term, Jim Newport. State Representative — District 38, two-year term, James Reese. State Senator — District 10, four-year term, J. Berry Harrison. State Senator — District 20, four-year term, Paul Muegge. Boyd Seeks Election As 8th District JudgeDistrict Judge D. W. Boyd announced he will seek election to the post he was appointed to in 1996. Gov. Frank Keating appointed Boyd as District Judge of the Eighth Judicial District (Kay and Noble Counties) in January 1996, to fill the unexpired term created by the death of Judge Neal Beekman. Boyd was one of three nominees recommended by the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission. The judge is a lifelong resident of the district and is a graduate of Perry High School, Oklahoma State University and Vanderbilt University School of Law. Before his appointment to the bench, Judge Boyd practiced law in Blackwell for more than 20 years. He continues to reside near Blackwell with his wife, Jackie, and their son, Blaine. The Boyds’ oldest son, Bex, reports on June 30 to the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md., where he will be a first-year student. Tresa Engle To Seek Assessor Post AgainKay County Assessor Tresa Engle has announced that she will file her candidacy in July for re-election to the office of assessor. Engle has more than 19 years of working experience in the office and was elected assessor in 1994. “The State mandated appraisal and mapping computer systems along with recent state questions voted by the people, demand a high level of competency from an assessor today.” she said. “Our office is able to offer a more efficient and higher level of service to the people because of the new technology and exceptional staff.” Engle said she is committed to administering the Oklahoma laws using approved methodology with integrity and fairness. “We are approaching a new millennium and will have continuing changes and challenges to meet. I will provide accountability and responsible dedicated leadership to serve the people of Kay County.” Engle is OSU-accredited and has completed other specialized Oklahoma Tax commission assessment schooling. She received her early computer training from Cowley County Community College. Engle who was born in Blackwell, has lived in Ponca City, and has resided in Newkirk since 1977. She is married to Larry Engle, and has two grown sons, Darren and Terry. She is a member of the First Baptist Church in Newkirk and is a director of the Kay County chapter of the American Heart Association. Engle is president-elect of the Newkirk Rotary Club. She is a member of the Kay County Democrat Party. She is an associate of the International and Oklahoma Association of Assessing Officers. She serves on the legislative committee of the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce, and has also served as director of the Newkirk Chamber. She is an associate of other area Chambers of Commerce. “As your assessor I have strived to maintain efficiency, fairness, and integrity in the office. I would like to continue my challenging work a second term elected by the people of Kay County who I have served for the past 19 years.” Maddox Will Seek Re-election as D.A.John G. Maddox is seeking a second term as district attorney for the Eighth Judicial District, Kay and Noble Counties. Maddox, 52, left his long-established private law practice in 1994 when he was elected to the district attorney’s post by a record breaking margin. Maddox, a Republican from Ponca City, had this to say about the district attorney’s office and his bid for a second term: “The functions and responsibilities of the district attorney’s office are many and varied. Aside from the major charge of the office, that being the prosecution of offenders within this district for crimes ranging from traffic violations to murder, the office also maintains responsibility for the bogus check restitution program, child support enforcement, victim/witness assistance, victim restitution, and mental health cases. In addition to those programs, the office maintains a juvenile justice division and also provides legal counsel to all county offices and county commissioners in Kay and Noble counties.” In order to fulfill all of these responsibilities and carry the workload, the District Attorney’s Office employs a total of 29 people in the two-county district. District attorneys and their employees are state employees and very little county funding is involved in their operations. The office is funded mainly by the State of Oklahoma. The Bogus Check Restitution Program is self-supporting through fees charged to individuals who participate in the program. The Child Support Enforcement Division is funded with federal dollars through a contract with the Department of Human Services. Maddox added, “The district attorney’s office is always changing, responding to the needs of the community, as well as the changing needs of law enforcement. Most recently, my office has been working to place additional emphasis on juvenile matters and juvenile crime. We have always placed a very high priority on victim’s rights and victim restitution. Like almost all sections of our country, crime and general recklessness seems to be on the rise. This office is always looking for ways to curb the occurrence of this activity and to punish those responsible for the crimes.” In July 1997, Maddox has been elected president of the District Attorneys Council (DAC) and will take office at their Summer Conference next month. The DAC has a strong voice in the state legislature and is an important force of influence on lawmakers. Maddox also serves as one of three district attorneys appointed by the District Attorneys Association to represent the views of the association on “Truth in Sentencing” legislation destined to have a great impact on crime and punishment in Oklahoma for years to come. According to Maddox, “All of the elements of the district attorney’s office are important and need to be effective to provide the service our citizens need. In a larger sense, district attorneys must use their abilities and influence to get lawmakers, governors, and other politicians to provide sound laws, which will allow for the swift prosecution and significant punishment of criminals, provide victim restitution, and foster the prevention of crime at every level. To these ends, I am dedicated to the protection of the people and to upholding the laws of this State. I look forward to seeing you along my re-election campaign trail.” Maddox resides in Ponca City with his wife, Sharon, an art teacher for the Ponca City Public Schools. They have three children: Kimber, a fifth-year senior at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma; Kristin, a senior at Ouachita Baptist University; and K.C., a sophomore at the University of Oklahoma. All are active members of the First Baptist Church in Ponca City. Powelson Will Seek Commssioner PostJames W. (Jim) Powelson has announced he will seek the office of Kay County Commissioner, District One. Powelson was raised on the family farm located two miles west of Ponca City, where his parents Mr. and Mrs. William (Bill) Powelson still reside. A 1964 graduate of Ponca City High School, he has been a lifelong resident of Kay County and District One. He currently resides at 3850 West South Avenue with his wife Teresa. The Powelsons have seven grown children and five grandchildren. Powelson spent nine years in the 4-H Club, attaining 4-H Key Club status, and was employed at Conoco from 1968 until his retirement in 1996. At Conoco, he was a process unit operator for 21 years, a fireman for four years and emergency response coordinator for three years. He retired from farming in 1983. He has Vo-Tech training in farm business management, and was graduated from Missouri Auction School in 1986, licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Real Estate. He was chairman of Farm Project and was involved in the construction process for Ponca City FFA. He was president of FFA Booster Club 1985-1986, served on the organization committee for the Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department, participates on the Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department as a firefighter, and was a board member of Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department for three years A Democrat, Powelson is a member of the Ponca City Noon Ambucs. He earned a distinguished service award from the FFA in 1986, a distinguished service award from the National FFA organization in 1988, and a Conoco Community Service Award in 1995. Nearly NewsThe almanac says that summer officially begins at 9:03 a.m. today. NN knows that means the longest day of sunlight, but it certainly doesn’t mean the first day of heat. We’ve had plenty of that the past few weeks. And Saturday’s blistering 100-plus can be the end of the heat for all we care. The weather prognosticators say it will be near 100 all week. Yech! Beginning Monday Union Street, between Lonnie Avenue and Lansbrook Road, will closed during working hours while a storm drains are installed. There will be no through traffic on Union Street between Prospect Avenue and Hartford. The only access to Union School will be from Hartford Avenue. NN has a red face and offers apologies to Phyllis Kennedy. Her name was omitted from the Grace Church 100th Anniversary story on Friday’s Religion page. Phyllis was general chairman of the event, and according to all reports, did a super job. Mea culpa, Phyllis, even on the Religion pages, the gremlins do their work. LettersBring Back Amtrak I support the return of Amtrak on the route between Newton, Kans.,-Oklahoma City-Fort Worth. Amtrak studies have indicated that this is the most feasible route due to the following: 1.) The trackage is ready for 55 mph to 70 mph speeds, which is competitive to driving time. 2.) Heavy ridership on the Newton-to-Fort Worth route is possible due to the lack of airline service from Wichita to Oklahoma City or Fort Worth. 3.) When the train last operated on this route in 1979, reservations were required well in advance due to the heavy ridership. The segment between Sapulpa and Oklahoma City alone would cost twice the amount of the Newton to Fort Worth line. When Amtrak inspected this route in 1994 they determined that the average speed would be 40 mph. The nearby Interstate 44 has a speed limit of 75 mph; this is unattractive to potential riders. Since Amtrak is currently running a train of empty merchandise cars on the Newton to Fort Worth route sporadically they must have confidence in this line for the transporting of their equipment. I would appreciate hearing from you regarding Amtraks’ return. Mark Friesenhahn To voice your support for Amtrak’s return on the Newton, Kan., to Oklahoma City to Fort Worth route contact the following: Mr. Norel Pride Project Director for Oklahoma Service 550 S. 16th Street St. Louis, MO 63103 The Honorable Frank Keating Oklahoma Governor State Capitol Room 212 Oklahoma City, OK 73105 www.state.ok.uslosfdocsigovp.htmI The Honorable Mary Fallin Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor State Capitol Room 211 Oklahoma City, OK 73105 Sumer.N.Wood @ oklaosf.state.ok.us The Honorable Don Nickles United States Senate 1916 Lake Road Ponca City, OK 74604 State Sen. Paul Muegge State Sen. J. Berry Harrison State Rep. Jim Newport State Rep. Jim Reese State Rep. James Hager State Rep. Larry Ferguson State Capitol Building Oklahoma City, OK 73105 www.Isb.state.ok.ustsenate/welcome.htmI www.isb.state.ok.usthouse National Railroad Passenger Corporation c/o Acting President George Warrington 60 Massachusetts Ave. N.E. Washington D.C. 20002 www.amtrak.com Mr. Joe Kyle Rail Programs Director Oklahoma Department of Transportation 200 N. E. 21st Street Oklahoma City, OK 73105-3204 Mr. Neal McCaleb Transportation Secretary Oklahoma Department of Transportation Oklahoma City, OK 73105 Thanks Dad It was May 1968. I was on my way from Ponca City to Vietnam, via Tulsa, New York City and Fort Dix, New Jersey. From Tulsa airport I would fly to New York City, then on to Fort Dix. From Fort Dix I would fly to Bien Hoa, Vietnam, to serve in the First Aviation Brigade. My dad, Ed Pensoneau, drove me to Tulsa airport on that beautiful spring morning. Seems like there wasn’t much conversation during the trip: what do you say to a son that you’re sending off to war? I had a big, ole heavy duffel bag full of a year’s worth of uniforms, boots, belts etc. I don’t know what it weighed, but it was heavy. I know it was a chore for a soldier “in shape” like me to carry that thing around. We got out of the car at the Tulsa airport parking lot, and I reached for the big duffel bag. But before I could get it, my dad had it and hoisted it over his thin shoulder. “Give me that,” I said to dad, not wanting him to hurt himself. But he wouldn’t. My dad was 58 years old at the time, and had one lung. He had lost the other lung to a bout of tuberculosis when he was young. He was far from a robust guy. We began the walk from the car to the airport, and dad noticeably had some difficulty carrying that heavy duffel bag. But he wouldn’t relinquish it. Over my objections, my dad silently carried that big ole duffel bag all the way to the check-in counter. I turned in my ticket and was on my way. My mind was full of other matters at the time. Dad carrying the duffel bag was one of those small moments that one doesn’t think too much about at the time. My mind was on other matters. But later, looking back over the years, I think I realize now why he so adamantly carried that heavy load for me at Tulsa airport. It was an act of love. He knew the heavy load I was bearing at the time, and in order to lighten that load in whatever way he could, maybe just a smidgen, he decided to carry that heavy duffel bag for me. In his kind gesture he showed me that he cared. Thanks, dad, for lessening my heavy load that day. Steve L. Pensoneau New Mayor To PresideCommission To Consider Increase in Sewer Rates By PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer The City Commission meeting Monday night promises to be a unique meeting for several reasons. In addition to interesting agenda items, it will be the first meeting the newly-elected mayor (and previous city commissioner) Tom Leonard will preside over. Secondly, it will be a meeting conducted with a vacancy and only four members voting. The vacancy was created when Leonard was elected mayor June 9 and will not be filled until a special election is held. One of the first items on Monday night’s agenda is a resolution calling for just such an election. If passed, the election to fill the city commissioner No. 4 position will be Aug. 25 and candidates will be required to file for the position between July 6-8. An increase in sewer rates will also be considered by the commissioners during the meeting. A 15 percent increase is being proposed to finance a portion of the debt incurred on the $19 million wastewater treatment plant improvements. If approved such fees would become effective July 1. A public hearing will be held for the purpose of receiving comments on a proposed city ordinance which would require vehicles used by electrical, plumbing and mechanical contractors in Ponca City to be marked with a city identification numbers. Tabled from the last city commission meeting, a new ordinance regulating the location and height of commercial electronic communication towers will once again come before the commissioners. A request by the Ponca City School System to burn a pile of brush within the city limits for weed and grass control will be considered. Two agreements are on the agenda as well. The first is an agreement between the city and Kay County which would allow the county to apply for a grant which would improve emergency response capabilities. The other agreement is between the Ponca City Fire Department and Pioneer Technology Center for the Intermediate/Paramedic Program. There are two recommendations by the Planning Department on the agenda. One is a rezoning request. The Foursquare Gospel Church is negotiating a lease-purchase for the Lincoln School with the intent to utilize a portion of the building for a church. Currently the area is zoned R-1 Single Dwelling. The rezoning request would change it to R-1 Single Dwelling with Use Permissible on Review for a church and school. The other request is an amendment to the city ordinance relating to the Historical Preservation District. As part of the consent agenda the commissioners will consider and vote on request for authorization to advertise for bids for the Renovation and Building of the No. 1 Fire Station including construction of the equipment bays, living quarters, exterior stabilization and site excavation and paving. Such bids will be advertised by July 14 and received on Aug. 4 Also on the consent agenda are several recommendations from the Traffic Commission including removal of parking restrictions in the area from Ash to Oak and South Avenue to Otoe, installation of stop signs on Elm Street at Oklahoma Avenue and lowering the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph on South Seventh Street from South Avenue to Drummond Avenue. The Commissioners will also consider as consent agenda items:
District Insurance Policies On Special Board AgendaBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor A renewal agreement with Wetzel Insurance to provide insurance for the 1998-99 school year will be decided at a special board meeting Monday at noon. If approved the agreement will provide general liability insurance, employee fidelity bonds, property casualty insurance and the educators’ legal liability for the 1998-99 school year. The total package for general liability, commercial property, crime, inland marine and broiler machinery has a premium of $85,604. The employee Fidelity Bonds for the treasurer, assistant treasurer and all of the activity fund custodians will have a premium of $2,650, and Commercial Union provides this coverage. The educators’ legal liability insurance (School Board Legal Liability) is with the Coregis Insurance Organization. The most recent information from the Wetzel Agency is that the premium will probably stay the same. The review is still ongoing but it appears the premium will remain at $12,266. This coverage is in addition to the general liability coverage provided by Commercial Union. The personnel report will be discussed and will include the resignations of Dr. Don Sjoberg, Po-Hi principal; Jernda Lawrence, Liberty teacher; Sally Ryser, Garfield teacher; and Anne-Marie Webster, orchestra teacher in the elementary schools. The report also includes the hiring of Sharon Scroggins as the new principal at Woodlands Elementary, effective Aug. 1, 1998. The current principal, Dr. Nancy Niemann, has accepted the job of director of personnel at the Administration Building. Board members will vote on accepting a bid to construct a restroom facility and concession stand at Ponca City Middle School. The construction project will have restrooms, a concession and ticket area to serve both the softball and football spectators. The building will be concrete block with a metal roof. Renewing an agreement with Albright Insurance Inc. to provide transportation fleet insurance will be decided. The initial 1997-98 vehicle insurance coverage did not include any new vehicles. This spring the school added five vehicles which are included in the 1998-99 agreement. The premium for the district’s 1998-99 fleet vehicle insurance is $29,320. When four new buses arrive in August, the school will trade in four of the older buses. Two new mini-buses are scheduled to arrive in October and the school will be trading in one old mini-bus. These changes will require an adjustment of the premium at a later date. Currently the fleet insurance costs are $27,713 with the recent addition of new vehicles. The coverage provides liability for hired and borrowed vehicles and liability for non-owned vehicles used for district purposes. This is in addition to the general liability held for school owned vehicles. The district has 37 buses and 32 other vehicles. There are also eight trailers on the insurance. Approval could be given to an increase of Budget Function 2000 and 3000. Funds were appropriated to function with the original allocation. State law requires that if any expenditure exceeds the appropriated amount, the local school board must approve the increase. Function 2000, which is defined as support personnel, has exceeded the appropriated amount by $315,386.28. That was due to the self-insurance deficit ($113,000) amount being coded to 2000. Appropriations were placed in Function 1000 (certified personnel) rather than 2000. Function 3000 is the Child Nutrition Program account and several other related programs. Child Nutrition exceeded its expenditures by $30,964.65. However, estimated revenue by $50,000 was not exceeded. A supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 1998 in the amount of $496,682 could be approved. The school has exceeded appropriations for fiscal year 1998 school year. This means the district has received more money than the auditor has stated in the Estimate of Needs and Appropriation. The school needs to request a Supplemental Appropriation due to the fact that it will encumber more than the appropriation due to encumbrance of the self-insured deficit and the early retirement payoff. The increased funding, which was not on the original Estimate of Needs, did not account for the Alternative Education Grant ($266,250) and over collection of the Foundation and Salary Incentive Aid ($230,432). Area Students Fall Short in Several CategoriesEditor’s Note: This the second in a two-part series on the release of the 1996-97 School Report Cards. The information was obtained by the state’s Office of Accountability. This last article looks at area schools. By KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor Several Kay County schools, including high schools and elementary schools, did not meet the Secretary of Education’s school performance standard on the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Test for the 1996-97 school year, which is at least 70 percent of the students tested being able to achieve a satisfactory score. The Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests are required by state law to be administered to all public school students in grades five, eight and 11. The tests are based on Oklahoma’s core curriculum adopted by the State Board of Education. At Blackwell High School, the report shows that 70 percent met the satisfactory score in science, compared to the state average of 72 percent. In reading, juniors scored 70 percent (state average was 75 percent), and 94 percent met the satisfactory score in writing (state average was 94 percent). Juniors did not meet the state average in math scoring a 55 percent pass rate (state average was 58 percent) or in history/constitution/government scoring a 69 percent (state average was 74 percent). The average grade point average among Blackwell seniors (Class of 1997) was 2.6 with no Advanced Placement Tests taken. The Office of Juvenile Affairs reports that at Blackwell High School there was one offender in every 17 students, compared to the state average of 22.8. That same report shows that seven percent of the offenders were gang members (state average was four percent). At least 70 percent of the students at Blackwell Middle School passed all areas of the test with the exception of 52 percent meeting the satisfactory score in history/constitution/government. In math, 73 percent met the satisfactory score (state average was 72), 83 percent passed the science portion (state average was 77 percent), 70 percent passed reading (state average was 72), and 83 percent passed writing, compared to 89 percent in the state. The Office of Juvenile Affairs reported one offender in every 37.7 students and that each offender committed an average of 3.6 offenses. Fifth graders at the Houston Center Elementary School passed all areas of the test except history/constitution/government (scoring at 69 percent). Test results showed that 92 percent passed math, 85 percent in science, 76 percent in reading, and 93 percent in writing. Newkirk At Newkirk High School, juniors passed all areas except math and history/constitution/government. In math, students scored 54 percent (state average was 58) and 69 percent in history/constitution/government (74 state average). Other test scores were 71 percent in science (state average was 72), 73 percent in reading (75 state average), and 97 percent in writing (state average was 94). There was one offender reported in every 39.8 students and each offender committed an average of 1.2 offenses. Eighth graders at Newkirk Middle School passed all test areas except history/government/constitution (62 percent). Other areas included 79 percent in math (state average was 72), 85 percent in science (77 state average), 79 percent in reading (state average was 72), and 85 percent met the satisfactory score in writing (89 state average). Fifth graders are Newkirk Elementary met the satisfactory score in all test areas but reading (57 percent). Test scores were 78 percent in math, 74 percent in science, 95 percent in writing, and 70 percent in history/constitution/government. Tonkawa Juniors at Tonkawa High School fell short of the 70 percent pass rate in math, science and history/constitution/government. Students scored a 68 percent in math (state average was 58), 68 percent in science (state average was 72), and 68 percent in history/constitution/government (74 state average). Areas that juniors passed included reading at 75 percent and writing at 93 percent. There was one offender reported in every 56.9 students with each offender committing an average of 6.1 offenses. The average grade point among students (Class of 1997) was 3.5. Tonkawa Middle School scored at least a 70 percent pass rate in all areas except history/constitution/government (60 percent). Other areas were 85 percent in math, 85 percent in science, 79 percent in reading and 98 percent in writing. Fifth graders at Tonkawa Elementary scored a 73 percent pass rate in math, 80 percent in science, and 84 percent in writing. Areas not meeting that 70 percent satisfactory scores were in reading (53 percent) and history/constitution/government (47 percent). Braman At Braman juniors only met the satisfactory score in writing at 78 percent. The students scored a 33 percent in math, 44 percent in science, 44 percent in reading and a 56 percent in history/constitution/government. There was one offender reported in every 17.7 students and the average grade point average (Class of 1997) was 3.3. At Braman Elementary eighth graders only met the satisfactory score in writing (91 percent). Other test scores were 30 percent in math, 50 percent in science, 50 percent in reading and 30 percent in history/constitution/government. Fifth graders scored an 88 percent in math, 75 in science, 63 in reading, 100 percent in writing and 25 percent in history/constitution/government. Kildare and Peckham Students at Kildare Elementary met the satisfactory score in all areas but reading (63 percent) and history/constitution/government (63 percent). Students met the satisfactory scores in math (75 percent), science (75 percent), and writing (78 percent). Peckham eighth graders didn’t meet the satisfactory score in math (67 percent) and history/constitution/government (44 percent). Other scores were 89 percent in science, 78 in reading and 89 percent met the satisfactory score in writing. Fifth graders at Peckham passed all areas but science (67 percent) and reading (67 percent). Students met the satisfactory scores in math (100 percent), writing (89 percent) and history/constitution/government (78 percent). Copies of the District Report and State Report have been deposited in every public library, military library and college library in Oklahoma. City CalendarItems for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon. Anytime FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs). Today ALANO Group Open Discussion meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Monday Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. ALANO Group 12 X 12 meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. June 22-26 First Church of God Vacation Bible School, registration June 22 5:30 p.m. ages 3 through teens, 1101 West Grand Avenue. Tuesday TRICARE Program for Active Duty Family Members and Retirees, 6:30 p.m., Ponca City Library Board Room. ALANO Group Beginner’s meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Wednesday Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. ALANO Group Big Book meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Thursday Alzheimer’s Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room A, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. ALANO Group Women’s meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Friday ALANO Group Speaker meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Saturday ALANO Group Open Discussion (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. June 30 Ponca City Main Street Authority, 1 p.m., Main Street Office, 117 North Third Street. July 1 Energy Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Public Safety Center. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. July 2 Kay-9 Dog Training Club meeting, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library. July 3 Historical Preservation Advisory Panel, noon, Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. Blind Mississippi Morris and Pocket Rockets Electric Delta Blues, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, $8 advance, $10 at the door, call Poncan Theatre, 765-0943. July 4 Nations Celebration, sponsored by NationsBank, 5 p.m. to dark, Lake Ponca Park, free to the public, everyone welcome. July 6 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Pioneer Christian Crusaders Motorcycle Association, 6 p.m., Conestoga at I-35 and U.S. 60 west of Tonkawa, more information from 765-3164. July 7 Planning Commission, 7 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. July 8 Cultural Affairs Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sun Room, 1000 East Grand Avenue. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. Rural Water District No. 3 (Braden) Board of Directors, 7 p.m., Braden Community Center. July 9 Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., 201 East Broadway Avenue. July 11-12 Good Ole Okie Flying Society Annual Miniature Air Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, GOOFS Field, south of Lake Road on Pecan Road, Ponca City. July 13 Hospice of Ponca City Grief Support Group, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1904 North Union, Suite 103. Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. July 14 Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 420 East Grand Avenue. KawFest ’98 Committee Meeting (evaluation), 10 a.m., Ponca City Chamber of Commerce. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. Hospice of Ponca City Raindrops Support Group, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, East Hartford Avenue at Pecan Road. McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., McCord School Library. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, Keeler Road and U.S. 60. Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road. July 15 Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center, Sun Room, 2000 East Grand Avenue. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. July 16 Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 6:30 p.m., Municipal Court Room, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. July 17 John Fox Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting Hospice of Ponca City, 8 a.m., Lew Wentz Golf Course, shotgun start, information from Hospice 762-9102. Kaw Reservoir Authority, 10 a.m., Perkins Restaurant. Historical Preservation Advisory Panel Work Session, noon, Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. July 18 88.7 FM presents Smalltown Poets, Christian Rock group, concert, 7 p.m., Stillwater Community Center, tickets available at Master’s Touch, Ponca City, call 767-1400 for more information. July 20 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, call Beth Wright 765-6738 for additional information. Family Council, 7 p.m., Highland Nursing Home, 1401 West Highland Avenue. July 21 Kaw Lake Association Board Meeting, noon, Golden Corral, North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue. Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center. July 22 Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. July 23 Environmental Trust Authority of Northern Oklahoma, 11:30 a.m., Mayor’s Office, 822 Cedar Street, Perry. July 25 Lake Road Scurry, 5 km mile/walk, 8 a.m., Shelter House No. 3 at Lake Ponca, sponsored by Domestic Violence Program of North Central Oklahoma. July 27 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Alzheimer’s Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room A, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. July 28 Ponca City Main Street Authority, 1 p.m., Main Street Office, 117 North Third Street. July 29 Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. August 3 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Pioneer Christian Crusaders Motorcycle Association, 6 p.m., Conestoga at I-35 and U.S. 60 west of Tonkawa, more information 765-3164. August 4 Planning Commission, 7 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. August 5 Energy Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Public Safety Center. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. August 6 Kay-9 Dog Training Club meeting, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library. August 7 Historical Preservation Advisory Panel, noon, Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. August 10 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. August 11 Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 420 East Grand Avenue. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., McCord School Library. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, Keeler Road and U.S. 60. Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road. August 12 Cultural Affairs Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sun Room, 1000 East Grand Avenue. Young Thang! doors open 6 p.m. close 8:30 p.m., free admission, Grand Central Station. Rural Water District No. 3 (Braden) Board of Directors, 7 p.m., Braden Community Center. August 12-13-14-15 101 Wild West Rodeo, 101 Rodeo Arena, North Ash Street at West Prospect Avenue. August 13 Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., 201 East Broadway Avenue. August 17 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, call Beth Wright 765-6738 for additional information. ‘Oldies’ Dance Will Benefit Peachtree Landing ShelterBy KATHY ZEHR News Staff Writer This biggest dance event of the season, especially for those who enjoyed the music of the ’60s and ’70s will be held Saturday, 7 p.m. to midnight, at the American Legion, 407 West South Avenue. All proceeds will be donated to Peachtree Landing, a local shelter for the homeless. “Poverty’s Children,” a well-known northern Oklahoma rock band will be providing the ’60-70s music and other music for dancing. Made up of musicians from Enid and Ponca City, the group plays classic rock and other selections. Members of the group are Larry Hill on lead guitar and vocals; Donnie Record on keyboards, guitar and vocals; Gene Mooney on bass and vocals; and Steve Linn, drummer and vocals. Tickets for the fundraiser are $5 in advance and will be $7 at the door. Light refreshment and drinks will be available. Tickets are now available at Buy for Less, Home National Bank and Pioneer Bank and Trust, and from members of the Peachtree Landing board. The event is sponsored by the local Vietnam Veterans of America Post 750 and members of the Peachtree Landing board of directors. According to Steve Struble, Peachtree board member who is also a member of the local Vietnam Veterans group, “area veterans wanted to help sponsor this fund-raiser because statistics show that at least one third of all the homeless in America are veterans — from the Korean, Vietnam or the Persian Gulf wars.” Struble pointed out that in a recent speech to the legislative committee on Veterans Health Affairs, Congressman (Dem.) Lane Evans said, “I am extremely concerned with veterans’ homelessness in this country. On any given night in America a third of those living on the streets are veterans — many of them are my peers from the Vietnam Era. I find this hard to live with — both as a veteran and as an American citizen ... .” About 71 percent of homeless veterans have honorable discharges. another 24 percent had general or medical discharges and only 5 percent were dishonorably discharged. Other statistics reflect that homelessness has increased by nearly three times since 1980 and that currently there are between 300,000 and 7 million homeless people in America. A study by the National Alliance To End Homelessness, says that on any given night, 750,000 Americans will be without shelter and that 1.3 to 2 million Americans will be homeless sometime during the year. Peachtree Landing, the Ponca City area homeless shelter, has been in existence since 1986 and housed more than 1,350 clients last year — approximately one-third of this number were children under the age of 12. The shelter gives temporary shelter to individuals and families for up to 30 days, assisting with job searches, permanent housing, and other social services to lend a “hand up not a hand out.” Fourty-six percent of those 1997 clients at Peachtree left the shelter with employment and 65 percent had permanent homes. According to Carmaleta Wesbrook, Peachtree Landing director, “We do not have a large turnover of veterans in our local facility, but we do get several each year. Our local Vietnam Veteran organization is concerned for those veterans and their families who need local help as well as all the others in the community who find themselves in a temporary ‘need help’ situation.” For more information about the Peachtree Landing or the upcoming dance call 762-3208. Brown Bag Series Returns With Musical PresentationsWhat do the 1200s, the 1900s and everything in between have in common? Music! This summer’s lunch series, “Music Through the Ages — A Brown Bag Repertoire,” will feature hoedown, lowdown, medieval/baroque, classical and jazz. The six-part performance series is sponsored by Pioneer Bank and Trust. The current series of lunch programs will run through the end of July. Featuring a number of performers for music lovers of all ages, the series will be held at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse, 1500 South Fourth Street, from noon to 1 p.m. The series is free and open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to bring a sack lunch, with Pioneer Bank providing drinks for all guests. On Monday, “Happy Trails” will be presented by T.L Walker, David Dillinger Jefferis and Craig Myers. This great sing-along treat will feature the wit and wisdom of the old west through music and cowboy poetry. T.L Walker is known throughout the area for producing and directing musical reviews and stage shows. It is her genius and creativity that is behind Monday’s performance. She is the program director for the Standing Bear Park. David Dillinger Jefferis is an on-air personality with WBBZ. With numerous on-stage and film credits to his name, Jefferis has performed throughout Oklahoma, Kansas and New Mexico. Craig Myers is president of Monumental Enterprises, general manager of the Marland Estate Hotel, and president-elect of the Ponca Area Chamber of Commerce. An actor and singer, he performs on a regular basis. Police, Fire Deparments Issue Warnings About Fireworks UseNot only is the Fourth of July a time of celebration, it is a time for caution and precaution and city departments are busy issuing warnings for the upcoming holiday weekend. The Ponca City Police and Fire Departments are reminding citizens that the sale, use, and possession of fireworks inside the city limits is prohibited by city ordinance. “Every year we are called to locations where fireworks are being shot inside the city limits,” Police spokesperson Sherri Bowers stated. “Not only does this take our officers away from other police calls but it is illegal and dangerous to have fireworks in the city.” Not only is it illegal but it could be costly. There is a $100 fine for violating the ordinance. The fire department is hopeful that all citizens will realize the importance of complying with the ordinance inside the city. Those living in another community, should check with local fire department for any restrictions. The fire department recommends attending public fireworks displays — not only are they safer but most have better visual displays than what might be accomplished at home. However, for those who use fireworks, the following rules are offered. Remember, common fireworks are explosives and must be handled with care and respect to prevent injury and property damage. Each year people suffer burns, loss of eyesight, burst eardrums and other injuries, and property is damaged because of fireworks. Do’s
SJRMC Plans Babysitting Basics Course for Teens This SaturdayA group of students will gather at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center June 27, giving up their Saturday to prepare to become better babysitters. They will be participating in the “Babysitters Basics” course, a community program of SJRMC’s Wellness Department. Babysitter Basics is a program designed by SJRMC registered nurses to help students in the sixth through eighth grades (ages 11-13) learn important facets of babysitting. The curriculum includes lifesaving techniques, minor injury first aid, use of the community’s emergency medical system, and age-specific information on child care. Class members are also provided tips on managing the “business” aspect of babysitting, and each receives a certificate upon completing the one-day workshop. The popular babysitting classes are kept small deliberately so that students can work in groups of four or five students with one instructor. Limited spaces are still available for the June Babysitter Basics class. The day-long program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Conference Room “C” at the hospital. A $35 fee covers instruction and all materials. To register, please call Janet White, SJRMC Wellness Coordinator, 580-765-0594. Summer Camp To Encourage Helping Others“On Fire ’98” Summer Camp is slated for Aug. 3-7 at Ponca City’s Wentz Camp located on the east side of Lake Ponca. “On Fire ’98” is sponsored by Fire Island Ministries Inc. in cooperation with area churches. Steve Phipps, president of FILM, said, “This year our focus is ‘Making Right Choices’ and the first right choice we are going to make is to encourage young people to help others. We plan to implement this with the help of Tom Howard, director of Youth Ministries for the First United Methodist Church here in Ponca City.” According to Phipps, “Mr. Howard is coordinating the Youth Work Force Projects where students will provide community service to underprivileged individuals in the area.” “Along with this focus on service, another area in making right choices will be giving our talents,” according to Mickey Baldwin, vice president. Time will be given to students to express their own colors during the morning rally in music, drama, inspirational speaking, and whatever makes them unique by themselves or with a group. This focus is to encourage youth that they have great worth and that they can make right choices.” According to Phipps, “Camp will kick off with the local hit band — the Sky Pilots — with an outdoor concert and a special time of sharing. Workshops and evening group sessions will be led by local youth ministers who will continue the camp theme. Daytime activities will be fun and will be provided by Wentz Camp. We want every youth to have a great time — we will even spend one afternoon at the Grand Central Station for indoor fun and refreshments.” Kathe Phipps coordinates camp registration. She said, “Preregistration is $60 per camper when received by July 3. At the door, registration is $65 per camper providing space is available — so please get that registration in today.” For more information call 580-767-8325 or write to Fire Island Ministries Inc. P.O. Box 1722, Ponca City, OK 74602. In Times of Crisis Helpline Is ThereEditor’s Note: This is the third in a series of articles explaining the services available to the community of Ponca City through United Way’s 17 member agencies. During times of crisis, help is just a phone call away. Helpline Inc. and its volunteers provide not only an empathetic ear, but offer crises intervention via telephone. Helpline, which began in 1973, maintains an up-to-date database of 10,000 agencies and referrals. Information about support groups and agencies, as well as local government services, are updated every six months. For example, citizens can obtain telephone numbers related to substance abuse, grief and loneliness, pregnancy, senior citizens, children and youth, health services, recreation and social activities, financial accommodation and legal. Phones are answered by volunteers who have been trained by professionals in the mental health and social services fields. Volunteers complete 26 hours of training to learn reflective listening skills to assure that callers are provided a caring, nonjudgmental person on the other end of the line. Backing every volunteer is a mental health professional on call 24 hours each day. “Often hurting people want to talk problems over with an anonymous person rather than with family or friends,” said Pat Hand, executive director. “While many calls are routine, a volunteer never knows who will be calling when he or she picks up the phone.” Hand is concerned about the low number of suicide calls received at the agency. “There are many depressed people who never make that cry for help, although it’s only a phone call away,” she noted. Two special programs are also provided by Helpline. Youngsters at home by themselves can use Helpline until parents arrive home. Through the Latchkey program, the children learn which situations need to be referred to 911 and when to call Helpline. Chatline is available for the homebound or elderly citizens. With this program, volunteers make daily calls to these citizens to check their well-being and ensure their safety. Three part-time staffers assist Hand at Helpline. In addition, about 40 volunteers take two-hour shifts answering phones. United Way of Ponca City provides the majority of funding received by Helpline. However, several area churches including First Presbyterian, First Christian, Woodlands Christian and First United Methodist also provide funds as well as volunteers. According to Hand, volunteers know they cannot solve everyone’s problems. Volunteers are taught that each caller has within himself the resources to help himself if given the opportunity. United Way of Ponca City serves 17 agencies within the community including American Red Cross, Arthritis Foundation, Bluestem Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts of America, Bridgeway, Child Development Center, Domestic Violence Program, Golden Villa Adult Day Services, Helpline, Inc., Hospice of Ponca City, New Emergency Resource Agency, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, RSVP, Salvation Army and YMCA. Country Singer To Promote New Album HereGreg Mainus, Oklahoma musician and Nashville recording star, will be at Hasting’s 2101 North Fourteenth Street, in Ponca City from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday. The Newcastle, Okla., resident who is currently taking country music by storm, knows what keeping “true to your roots” really means and is first touring his home state to kick-off his new album “Greg Mainus.” Mainus says, “It feels great to kick off this new album here at home among family and friends.” The album was released into the Hasting’s music stores across the state on June 15, and the CD release party is set for July 4th at “Norman Day.” The singer will be performing live that night from 5 to 7 p.m. at Reeve’s Park off U.S. 9 in Norman. Over the past several months, Mainus has been spending a lot of time in Nashville, recording his new album. The first single of this new recording “Late At Night” can currently be heard playing across the state of Oklahoma. Mainus will be playing an acoustic set and signing autographs on his first leg of the tour to promote the new album. Harmony House Answers Substance Abuse NeedsBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer Harmony House, a non-profit organization which provides a meeting place for men and women in recovery from drug or alcohol abuse, is seeking community involvement and contributions to continue the service, according to Tom Morris, president. Harmony House, located at 212 South Third, is not allied with any agency funding. Ongoing operation is dependent on continued local, corporate and charitable foundation funding and community volunteerism, according to Morris. In the past Conoco has been a major contributor to this organization. Members of the board of directors in addition to Morris are Carl Renfro, Jack Huston, John Maddox, Marty Ladd, Carolyn Bourne, Sue Lunsford and Tibby Coatney. Community Impact According to the Harmony House literature, there is no stronger catalyst for such departure from a productive lifestyle than alcohol or drug abuse. What may begin as a social participation for some, may become addictive behavior for others. Once started, many cannot cease using these crutches to face day-to-day living. At this point a vicious and consuming downward spiral is begun which eventually leads to using alcohol or drugs to face day-to-day living problems which, in turn, become increasingly difficult because of the misuse of these substances. In the process, families are destroyed, jobs are lost, finances wasted, crimes committed and lives lost. Fortunately, the substance abuser can step off of this destructive spiral if he or she has the tools to do so. This exit can occur early in the process or after virtually everything is lost. Of course, many lives — family members, employers and friends, to mention just a few — are benefited if the addicted person is able to stop the abuse in the early stages. Recovery Lengthy Process Although the transition from drug or alcohol abuse to a meaningful and productive life is a lengthy and difficult process, many have been successful in this change of lifestyle. Progress has been and is continuing to be made through groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), ALNON, Narcotics Anonymous (NA), ALATEEN, etc. Morris said, “The support of these groups is essential toward this life-threatening transition. Even if a person is fortunate enough to be able to participate in a Recovery Treatment Program, the follow-up or continued participation in support meetings is absolutely critical in determining whether or not that person will continue to grow in his or her sobriety or will slip back into the past downward spiral.” How it Began Several years ago a group of Ponca City citizens became concerned about the consequences of alcohol and drug abuse in the community. While they observed that time-proven 12-step programs or self help groups were entrenched in the community, they also observed that none of the meeting places were adequate for the growing need. In fact, some of the meeting sites seemed more of a deterrent than an encouragement to seeking help. These men and women undertook as a goal to provide a meeting place adequate to meet the growing demand. In 1986 this group undertook renovation of the old Salvation Army building for those recovering from alcohol and chemical addition. Morris said, “Today, thanks to those individuals and to members of the community, this center is a reality. Harmony House provides an appropriate meeting place of sufficient size and design to accommodate the ever increasing recovering population within our community. “Likewise, it is emblematic of an unheralded effort to modify the traditional barriers of fear, ignorance, stigma and individual and community denial of chemical dependency and its impact on our whole society. Centrally located in a high security area at 212 South Third the facility is composed of a spacious meeting hall, four meeting rooms, a kitchen area and a recreational area, as well as administrative areas.” Funds to develop this project came from three sectors: local businesses and individuals, including citizens in recovery and their friends; Conoco Inc.; and charitable foundations. Operation costs are similarly provided by these three sectors in addition to self-supporting efforts of those using the facility. The center is operated by civic minded men and women who volunteer their time, talent and energy to control costs while maximizing effective utilization of the facilities. Harmony House volunteers and financial supporters have teamed to accomplish a significant humanitarian accomplishment within the Ponca City community. Every day many clients meet at the Harmony House for 12-step related meetings. Easily over 6,000 man hours are spent in scheduled 12-step related activities each month. Men, women and children whose life situations were seemingly hopeless are now getting better. They are moving from dysfunction to healthy, full potential individuals. Their recovery is allowing them, and all of those around them, to become more productive at home, at work and in society. Morris said, “On behalf of the grateful many, we say thank you to the citizens and organizations making this possible.” Serves Many In addition to more than 45 12-step meetings weekly, Harmony House is used regularly for area, district and state sponsored meetings of various groups including ALATEEN, ALANON, CODA, AA and NA. Public education/preventative seminars are regularly conducted at the facility. Harmony House and the Ponca City Library partner to offer a section of material regarding substance abuse prevention, recognition, treatment and recovery within the library. Community companies’ employee assistance programs partner with Harmony House to ensure assistance and support is available to individuals and families requiring participation in 12-step recovery groups. Periodic family social events are also an important function at Harmony House. According to Morris, “The citizens of Ponca City can be proud of the strength they have shown through unity in lending a helping hand toward those who are attempting to rebuild their lives without drugs or alcohol.” Appealing to the public for support, Morris said, “Members of the board of directors of Harmony House request your continued assistance in two ways. First, put the word out. Because of the anonymity associated with these programs, many are still unaware of the help that is available. If you have friends, employees, co-workers or family members who are struggling with problems related to drug or alcohol abuse, make sure they are aware that there is help available. “Second, provide financial support. Although the Harmony House has a meager budget, these day-to-day expenses for utilities, maintenance must be met. Conoco, long a supporter of Harmony House, has advised the board that there will be a substantial decrease in funds available in the immediate future.” For more information call Morris at 762-3100. PTC Business Incubator Gives Businesses a StartBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer The Incubator at Pioneer Technology Center does what one would expect an incubator to do — it nurtures babies in their infant stage until such time they’re able to stand alone. However, the babies at PTC are not babies learning to walk and talk but businesses striving to survive and succeed. “The Incubator Program is an economical tool designed to help businesses in the start-up phase as well as struggling businesses,” Program Director Larry Atteberry explained. In six years that the program has been in operation over 19 businesses have utilized the facility with such success as local companies Center Line, Terri’s Toys & Nostalgia, Rainbow International Carpet Dyeing and Cleaning and Abercrombie Window Works. The program offers a wide range of services and assistance to businesses, many without charge, many at a reduced rate. In addition, the coordinator of the program has a background conducive to helping businesses and entrepreneurs. Before the Pioneer Technology Center Atteberry spent half of his career in finance and the other half in the savings and loan industry. “When I was in the banking business my job involved troubled business and those in default and I would go in and reconstruct them, making them solvent,” Atteberry stated. “I spent half of my career putting troubled businesses back together.” The thing that he says makes the program work for businesses is there is no startup costs at the Incubator. Rent is on a delayed, reduced and sliding scale so that rent accumulates and is paid after the company has a chance to begin its business and get it off the ground. In addition the program offers free support for business owners. “We have a staff of nine people that will assist with such matters as accounting, marketing plans and financial matters,” Atteberry says. It is not just new companies that can benefit from all the program has to offer but existing companies as well — companies that are experiencing difficulties such as cash flow or those suffering from growing pains. “Businesses that are growing to the point that they need assistance but can’t afford it are also candidates for the program,” he stated. “We are not only interested in creating jobs but also saving jobs.” It doesn’t take much for one to take advantage of all that the Incubator has to offer — a plan, an idea, a concept, a desire to succeed and drive to thrive. “We are not looking for someone to take up space but in need of our assistance,” Atteberry explained. “We’ll give a chance to a single mother with a good idea as well as an existing industrial company with 20 employees.” According to Atteberry, nationally 80 percent of all new businesses fail in the first three years. That compares to the incubator business which have only a 20 percent failure rate. As small as the number is by comparison, Atteberry is still not happy with those figures, but attributes the numbers to taking a chance on businesses that would otherwise not have a chance. “We’ve given chances to businesses that are considered high risks and with no other hope, such as those that have been turned down by banks, etc.,” Atteberry stated. Although the program is considered highly successful it has recently come under fire because of a business that “hatched” and grew up in the incubator is now leaving the nest and relocating out of state. “I took a lot of heat over that one but I am proud of the company, the jobs it created and money it pumped back into the community while it was here,” Atteberry stated. “While we desire businesses to stay in Kay County, we can’t force businesses to relocate from here into the local area. We don’t dictate where or how independent businessmen run their companies. The company is a successful business that got their start here in Ponca City and one we should all be proud of.” Wherever it goes, the company — Multiphase Solutions — will always partially attribute its success to the Incubator Program. “The Program forced us to create a business plan which made us take a look at where we’re headed and helped reduce our initial costs and operating expenses,” Multiphase Solutions partner Vicki Niesen stated. “The general support we received here at the Incubator — including staff assistance and the use of the video conference to conduct conferences with the United Kingdom — contributed to our success.” It is merely the nature of the business beast that is causing the company to move to Houston. “We are moving where the business is taking us,” Niesen said. “There is nothing anyone should regret or be upset over because we brought several jobs to Ponca City while we were here and most of the money we have made over those years remained here locally.” Oil and Gas ReportEXOK Inc. has plugged and abandoned an unsuccessful wildcat well in Kay County, six miles northwest of Braman. The well was spudded on March 25, 1997 and was known as the No. 1-32 Silver. Total depth was unavailable. Section 32-township 29n-range 2w-sw-ne. Warren Corp. is preparing to conduct a wildcat re-entry in Kay County, 7.5 miles southeast of Tonkawa. Involved in the operation is the No. 1 Kay. Warren is planning to take the well to a new 4,564-ft. bottom. Section 22-township 25n-range 1e-ne-nw. Two developmental wells are planned by Vector Exploration Inc. in Noble County’s Northeast Happy Star Field, 3.7 and 4.2 miles southwest of Three Sands. The wells will be known as the No. 1-7 McAninch and the No. 1-7 Weldon. Both will seek production in the Herington Formation, with total depths projected to 700 feet. Section 7-township 24n-range 1w-se-nw and w1/2-sw, respectively. A new producer has been brought on line in Noble County’s Orlando Field, with Black Cat Oil Co. as the operator. Located five miles south of Perry, the well is designated as the No. 1 Tony. It pumped oil at the rate of 35 barrels per day plus 40,000 CF gas. The well bottomed at 1,200 feet and will produce from a perforated interval at 1,096 to 1,106 feet into the hole. Section 20-township 20n-range 1w-sw-ne. At a location five miles south of Perry, RAF Oil Co. has finaled a new oil producer in Noble County’s Orlando Field. The well is designated as the No. 5-10 Bezdicek, pumping oil at the rate of 20 barrels per day. Bottomed at 1,280 feet, the well will produce from perforations at 1,068 to 1,078 feet into the wellbore. Section 20-township 20n-range 1w-sw-ne. Lamamco Drilling Co. has revealed plans to drill a total of seven wells in Osage County’s Osage-Hominy Field, from 14.7 to 15.3 miles southeast of Fairfax. They carry permit for tests from 490 to 2,286 feet in the Skinner, Mussellem, Bigheart and Okesa Sand Formations. The wells will be known as the Nos. 41 “B”, 221 “C”, 33 “C”, 51 “C”, 35 “C”, 35 “D”, and 36 “C” Lamamco. Section 8-township 23-range 8-se-se. Section 9-township 23-range 8-se-se. Section 9-township 23-range 8-c-sw. Section 9-township 23-range 8-sw-sw. Section 16-township 23-range 8-nw-nw. Section 16-township 23-range 8-nw-nw. Section 16-township 23-range 8-ne-nw. West Bay Exploration Co. has revealed plans to drill a 2,800-ft. wildcat well in Osage County. The operator has designated the venture as the No. 1 West Bay. Drillsite is 4.2 miles south-southeast of Pearsonia. Section 9-township 26-range 8-ne. JAED Production Co. has posted first production data for a pair of new wildcats in Osage County, 2.2 and 1.1 miles northeast of Bowring. The wells are designated as the No. 2 and No. 1 JAED. They showed ability to pump 20,000 CF gas per day each, after being bottomed at 798 and 1,780 feet, respectively. Production intervals will be in Layton and Mississippi Formation. Section 23-township 28 range 11-se. Section 27-township 28-range 11-ne. Golden Villa, El Chico Cooperate for BenefitBy KATHY ZEHR News Staff Writer Golden Villa Adult Day Care center and El Chico Mexican Food Restaurant have joined forces for a fund-raiser Tuesday evening at the El Chico restaurant, 900 East Prospect. The public is invited to enjoy the food and, at the same time, help with a good cause in the community. According to David Jackson, El Chico manager/owner, if more than 100 diners eating at El Chico from 5 to 10 p.m., Tuesday, sign a special register located at the front door of the restaurant, 10 percent of the evening’s profits will be donated to Golden Villa. Golden Villa opened its doors April 1, 1987, and had been open each weekday at 615 West Grand Avenue for 11 years. A non-profit organization, Golden Villa serves any adult over 18 years who cannot or does not want to spend time at home alone. Golden Villa gives its clients the opportunity to socialize in a stimulating and supportive environment; promotes better physical and mental health; promotes the opportunity to prolong independent living arrangements; and provides the opportunity to overcome depression and loneliness. For caregivers, it provides a place of comfort and security for loved ones, while giving the caregiver a rest from 24-hour care. “The Center offers an opportunity to socialize and enjoy peer support in a stimulating and supportive environment,” said Judy Zimmerman, staff member. A typical day at Golden Villa begins at 7:30 a.m. with the arrival of the first clients. The van driver picks up those who need a ride. A delicious breakfast is served at 8 a.m. followed by a rest period. Exercising and therapy is next, along with an “awareness time.” The newspaper is read by a staff member and clients discuss current events. In addition to breakfast, a snack is served at mid-morning and a well balanced menu at noon. Special entertainment usually follows lunch, dominoes, visits from children’s groups and clubs, outings during good weather, painting and other craft projects and much more. Another snack is available at 3 p.m. and clients begin to leave about 4:30 p.m. Some are picked up by family members and some ride the Golden Villa van. According to Zimmerman, The Golden Villa currently has two openings in the Center. “We provide unconditional love, unconditional care, unconditional acceptance and much more at Golden Villa,” she said. 13th Marland School Reunion At Frontier School on July 25The 13th Marland School reunion, sponsored by the Marland Alumni Association, will be held at the Frontier High School cafeteria in Red Rock on July 25. All alumni, former students, teachers, administrators, employees and other interested persons are welcome to attend. Visitation and open house will begin at 4 p.m. with dinner, catered by Cobb’s restaurant of Ponca City, being served at 6:30 p.m. Reservations can be made by sending $10 per person to Catherine (Evans) Robinson, 18400 Badlands Road, Marland, Ok. 74644 ,(580) 268-3468 or Don Selvey, P. 0. Box 1692, Ponca City, Ok 74602, (580) 765-0614. Mrs. Robinson and Selvey are association officers. Other officers include Sharon (Wright) Luis of Ponca City and Marilyn (Kelly) Balcer of Marland. The Marland Alumni Association entertainment committee is also sponsoring a dance at the Moose Lodge beginning at 9:30 that evening. The cost is $5 per person at the door. Current addresses for the following graduates, former students and administration are being sought. Anyone needing additional information or having information about the current names and/or addresses are asked to contact Mrs. Robinson or Selvey: 1925 — Goy Cochran; 1928 — Hugh McAffee, Chester Hamilton, George Cleman; 1930 — Geraldine (Graham) Good; 1931 — Minnie Young; 1932 — LeRoy Roberts; 1933 — Donovan Olmstead, Minnie (Westfall) Webb; 1934 — Joe Jackson; 1935 — Madelyn Heidbreder; 1936 — Rolland Franklin; 1937 — Mildred Mourne, Louise Stigall; 1942 — Paul Stewart; 1947 — Jim Wall; 1948 — Florence (Siler) LeClair, John King, Johnny Hill; 1949 — Letha (McGinty) Smith; 1955 — Floyd McClelland; 1958 — Gladys Perez Cancel; 1959 — Jimmy Williams; 1960 — Connie (Warrior) James; 1961 — Tracy Roy; 1964 — Kenneth Loucks; 1965 — Thelma (Bortham) Zarth; 1966 — Douglas King, Jerry Woolery, Rosetta Primeaux; 1967 — Francis King, Jimmy Kelly; 1968 — Nellie (Warrior) Zuccaro; 1969 — Linda Jackson, Danny Talbot; 1970 — Elizabeth (King) Switch, Debbie (Acton) Renner; 1971 — Rodney Short; 1973 — Tommy LeClair, Rosie (Lieb) Ruff; 1974 — Martin Kirkendall; 1975 — Cora (King) Yuhola, Ray Hinman, Greg Lieb; 1976 — Tom Kirkendall; 1977 — Johnny Anderson; 1978 — Tamyra Coody; 1979 — Laura (Julia) King, Luellen Oliver; 1981 — Toni Trapp; 1982 — Robin McCauley, Al Murray; 1983 — Patty LeClair, Jeanette Jones; 1984 — Amanda Hoffman; 1985 — Lonna Harwick, Wesley Gaines; 1986 — James Ross; 1987 — Sheila Burdick; 1988 — Larry Isreal, Gary Adkins; 1989 — Jerry Baty, Gail Kent, Joe McCall, Tina Young, Susan Wolf, Mike Adkins, Kirsten Tautfest. Also Rex Nichols, Jane (Levings) Cooper, Ruby North, Maxine (Westfall) Howard, Arnold Woldhagen, Laura Shaughnessy, Virgie (Freeman) McConnel, Homer Wilkerson and Opal Lisby. Rock-Blues Great Set For PoncanBlind Mississippi Morris, considered by some to be one of the great harmonica players in the world, comes to the Poncan Theatre on Friday, July 3 at 7:30 pm. Morris brings some outstanding talent with him. The Pocket Rockets will perform with Morris. Morris is the real thing, the real article. He comes from the Mississippi Delta, which has always been fertile ground for producing outstanding blues artists. Morris, who has been blind since age four, has been performing consistently on the famous Beale Street in Memphis for years. He first played the harmonica, or “harp,” as it’s known in the business, at age four and a half. He is “one of the ten best harmonica players in the world,” according to Bluzharp Magazine. And some believe he’s even better than that. He comes by it honestly. He is a cousin of the late great blues songwriter Willie Dixon. Dixon penned many songs for such luminaries as Muddy Watters, Howlin Wolf and Led Zepplin. Morris’s first CD, “You Know I Like That,” has received rave reviews since its release last year. It’s “one of the top five CD’s” of the year, according to Bluzharp Magazine. This is new blues, they say. Al Lubiejewski writes that this is “raw, wild, party music.” Bluzharp calls Morris “the best new harp man on the scene today.” Blind Mississippi Morris and the Pocket Rockets kick off the Independence Day weekend with a big bash at the Poncan Theatre. The concert is presented by the Poncan in conjunction with KLOR Radio. Tickets are available at the Poncan Theatre, at Quality Pools and Spas, at Motor City, and at Installations, Unlimited. All seats are general admission, and tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. For more information, patrons may call KLOR at 580-762-9930 or the Poncan Theatre at 580-765-0943. Annual Christmas in July Set for July 5KAW CITY — Christmas in July will be Sunday, July 5, at the Pioneer Beach just east of Kay City on Kaw Lake. The deadline for entries is Tuesday, June 30. Cash prizes in the lighted boat flotilla include $250 for the Best Lighted Boat Overall, donated by Kay Electric Cooperative. Other prizes include $100 first place for the Best Lighted Houseboat or Cabin Cruiser, donated by Dollar Saver; $100 first place for Best Lighted Pontoon, donated by The Boat House; and $100 first place for Best Lighted Others, donated by North Central Marine. In addition, plaques will be awarded to second and third place in each class. Entries will line up just before dark Sunday, July 5, west of the Pioneer Cove marina and parade in front of the Pioneer Swim Beach. To enter, complete an entry form printed in local area newspapers or contact the Kaw City Chamber of Commerce, (580) 269-2276 or the Kaw Lake Association, (580) 762-9494 or (888) 291-4995, ext. 2920. Other Christmas in July events include kids games in the afternoon, performance by Bill Brown’s Oklahoma Jubilee from 6-8 p.m. and fireworks after dark. Admission is $2 per person and will be collected at the entrance to the Pioneer Swim Beach. Christmas in July is a joint promotion of the Kaw City Chamber of Commerce and the Kaw Lake Association. The purpose of the Kaw Lake Association is to build a region-wide partnership of towns, businesses, service agencies, and local governments within the North Central Oklahoma Kaw Lake area. Its mission includes recruitment of a broad membership base, creation of a financial support system, addressing infrastructure needs, tourism development, broadening the business base, and marketing the region as a whole. For additional information contact the Kaw City Chamber of Commerce, (580) 269-2276 or the Kay Lake Association (580) 762-9494 or (888) 291-4995, ext. 2920. Tonkawa Needs 4th EntertainersTONKAWA — This community is looking for folks interested in entertaining in the park during the evening hours prior to the city’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display. Entertainers should contact Darla Tharp at 580-628-2649. Tonkawa has scheduled all-day events for the celebration on that Saturday, beginning with a 10 a.m. open house at the Historical Museum, a free swim from 1 to 4 p.m., and games at Blinn Park at 5 p.m. Concessions will open at 5 p.m. and the Tiny Tot and Mr. Muscle Contest will begin at 7:30 p.m., following by the entertainment at 8 p.m. Cristy Crumrine of the Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce said this year’s display will be bigger and better than ever before, and will commence at dusk. Jobs Available Through JTPASummer youth jobs are still available for young people ages 16 to 21 through the Opportunities Inc. Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) office. The number of jobs available is limited and the jobs are available for youths who are economically disadvantaged, said Karen Williams, JTPA counselor at the Ponca City office. Williams said job seekers should come by the office at 205 West Hartford Avenue, Suite C, or call 765-2266 to see if they are eligible. The JPTA program allows employees to learn while they earn, working for non-profit organizations in the area. The office is open from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Summer LunchThe Ponca City Schools are offering a free summer feeding program at Union Elementary and Ponca City Middle School from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All children between the ages of one to 18 are eligible. Lunch Monday — Hot dog or peanut butter and jam sandwich, french fries, corn, peaches, orange juice and milk. Tuesday — Macaroni and cheese with hot roll or peanut butter and jam sandwich, green beans, cantaloupe, spice cake, raisins, orange juice and milk. Wednesday — Barbecue ribs or peanut butter and jam sandwich, pork and beans, tossed salad, watermelon, raisins, orange juice and milk. Thursday — Chicken amigo burrito or peanut butter and jam sandwich, refried beans, spanish rice, mixed fruit, raisins, cookies, orange juice and milk. Friday — Sloppy Joes or peanut butter and jam sandwich, carrot and celery sticks, tatter tots, pears, cookies, raisins, orange juice and milk. Kids Activities at Lake Ponca To Precede Fireworks DisplayPonca City’s Fourth of July celebration this year will include a new addition — an added event just for children. There will be an area for children which will be open 5-8 p.m. Activities are free and will include a three-legged race, face painting, finger printing, frisbee throwing, volleyball, horseshoes, seed spitting contest, cookie walk and balloon toss. The Children’s activities allow parents the opportunity for a break during the events of the day and the children a time of their own. All children participating will receive a prize — all prizes donated by local merchants such as Subway, Buy For Less, Ponca Bowl, Dr. Lon Bair, Jacobs’ Distributing, and many more. There is no designated public area for shooting off fireworks, so the afternoon and evening NationsCelebration events on the Fourth offer a safe, fun and eventful way to celebrate with the whole family and enjoy spectacular fireworks sponsored by NationsBank. Venders will begin to sell food at 1 p.m. and games, music and other activities get under way at 5 p.m. Hot dogs, watermelon, and homemade ice cream are just some of the offerings that will be available. A hospitality tent will be located on the east side of the lake that will serve as a children’s safe place, lost and found, information booth and first aid center. Children should look for the tent in case they get lost. Emergency personnel and volunteers wearing a NationsCelebration T-shirt will be there to assist. NationsCelebration is sponsored this year by NationsBank, who is funding the fireworks display for Ponca City. In case of rain, the celebration will follow the same schedule July 5. Democrats Hear From Candidates For County PostsDuring the recent meeting of the Kay County Democrats Jim Powelson, Democrat candidate for District 1 Commissioner gave a campaign update. Powelson’s activities in the community include helping to develop Ponca City School’s Vo-Ag Center and the Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department. County Assessor Tresa Engle also told about her reelection bid. Engle is completing her fifth year as county assessor. Engle said that due to new technology and an exceptional staff, the assessor’s office is more efficient and has a higher level of service to the public. According to Engle her priority will be to maintain fairness and equity in assessments. Other speakers for the evening included newly-elected Ponca City Mayor Tom Leonard and Sen. Paul Muegge. Leonard gave his perspective of the election process that led to his success. Muegge gave an overview of the major hog-waste legislation he authored. Muegge said he was concerned about the impact of farm waste on the quality of life for all Oklahomans. He also briefly discussed plans for the July 9 fund raiser for his reelection campaign. The business session completed the meeting. The Kay County Democrats’ next meeting will be July 16 in Tonkawa. For more information contact County Chair Andrea Morriss (580) 765-6260. DEATHSShirley Geneva McBride Audrey Violet Tetirick Audrey Ann Hall Bobby Carroll Strawn Obituaries Perry L. Ealick Services Pending Mary Choat Shirley Geneva McBrideBLACKWELL — Shirley Geneva McBride, Ponca City resident, died Thursday evening, June 18, 1998, at Deaconess Hospital in Oklahoma City. She was 57. The funeral will be held graveside at 2 p.m. Monday, June 22, 1998, at the Blackwell Cemetery with the Rev. Dan Kennedy, Wesleyan Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home, Blackwell. Shirley Geneva (Reynolds) McBride was born Oct. 25, 1940, in Wilburton to Everett and Mary (Francis) Reynolds. She attended schools in Wilburton and Dumas, Texas, before moving to Blackwell where she attended high school. She married Harold Parker on March 14, 1958, in Blackwell, where they made their home. She later married James McBride on Oct. 7, 1969, in Miami, Okla., and the couple established their home in Blackwell. Mrs. McBride was employed at Turvey Packing Plant, then at Acme Foundry Works in Blackwell, and later in housekeeping at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Ponca City. She retired in 1993 due to ill health. Mrs. McBride was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Her hobbies included genealogy and gardening. Survivors include two daughters, Connie McBride of Carrollton, Texas, and Terry Allender of Blackwell; one sister, Mary Marlow of Martinez, Calif.; two brothers, Gene Reynolds of Oklahoma City and Delmar Reynolds of Blackwell; and one grandchild. She was preceded in death by two sons, Rickey Eugene Parker and James Bradley Parker; her parents; and four brothers, Johnny, Raymond, Billy and Charles Reynolds. Memorials in Mrs. McBride’s name may be made to the American Lung Association, c/o Roberts Funeral Home, 120 West Padon, Blackwell, OK 74631. Audrey Violet TetirickBLACKWELL — Audrey Violet Tetirick, longtime Blackwell resident, died Friday morning, June 19, 1998, at the Blackwell Regional Hospital. She was 81. The funeral will be held graveside at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Blackwell Cemetery with the Rev. Charles Ryser, First United Methodist Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Roberts and Son Funeral Home, Blackwell. Audrey Violet (Watson) Tetirick was born Aug. 5, 1917, in Lamont to William and Rema (Frazier) Watson. She attended Lamont elementary schools then moved to Blackwell where she graduated from Blackwell High School in 1934. She attend University Preparatory School in Tonkawa. On Oct. 9, 1940, she married William Linn Tetirick in Winfield, Kan., and the couple lived in Houston, Texas a short time before returning to Blackwell that same year. Mrs. Tetirick was employed as a bookkeeper for Ben Frohock Lumber Co., Hamlin Chevrolet, and Blackwell Retail Credit, retiring in the early 1980s. She was a member of the Blackwell First United Methodist Church. Survivors include one son, Gary Tetirick of Chandler; one brother, Wesley Watson of Ponca City; one grandchild; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband on April 27, 1977; her parents; and two brothers, Roy and Ted Watson. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Tetirick’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association or to Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home, c/o Roberts Funeral Home, 120 West Padon, Blackwell, OK 74631. Audrey Ann HallAudrey Ann (Cranford) Hall, longtime Ponca City resident, died Wednesday, June 17, 1998, at the Ponca City Nursing Home. She was 87. The funeral will be held graveside at 10 a.m. Monday, June 22, 1998, at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery in Ponca City with the Rev. Larry Heslip, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9 a.m. Monday. Audrey Ann (Cranford) Hall was born Jan. 7, 1911, in Ada, the daughter of William Washington and Ethel (Kee) Cranford. She received her education in schools at Antlers. On April 12, 1930, she married Charles Hall in Antlers and the couple made their first home in Cleveland, Okla. They moved to Ponca City in the early 1930s. Mrs. Hall was a homemaker and a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing with her husband and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Charles of Ponca City; a daughter, Donetta Berry of Derby, Kan.; one sister, Dorothy Harris, of Antlers; two brothers, Charles Cranford of Elmore and Deward Cranford of Sacramento, Calif.; one granddaughter; 11 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter; her parents; and three brothers. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Hall’s name to the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Heart Research, 825 N.E. Thirteenth Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104. Bobby Carroll StrawnSPRINGDALE, Ark. — Bobby Carroll Strawn, former Ponca City businessman, died Thursday, June 18, 1998, at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale, Ark. He was 64. The funeral was held Saturday, June 20, 1998, at the Memorial Funeral Home in Springdale, Ark., with the Rev. Larry Catcher officiating. Burial was at Elm Springs Cemetery in Springdale. Bobby Carroll Strawn was born Aug. 6, 1933, in England, Ark., the son of Cecil and Vera (Woolvurton) Strawn. He was married to Beverly Gage and the couple lived in Ponca City for several years where they owned and operated the Strawn Floor Covering and Tile Company. They later moved to Springdale, Ark., where he continued in the floor covering business until his retirement. He was a Mason and a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Beverly, of the home; two sons, Rick Strawn of Ponca City and Larry Strawn of Norman; one daughter, Donna Bickle of Norman; two sisters, Barbara Thomasson of White Hall, Ark., and Johnnie Kay Gentry of North Little Rock, Ark.; eight grandchildren; and a sister-in-law. Casket bearers will be Ray Ryba, Ron McMasters, Jim Bennett, Leo Tanksley, Jeff Hunter, and Bill McClain. ObituariesPerry L. EalickPerry L. Ealick, Ponca City resident, died late Wednesday evening, June 17, 1998, at his home. He was 61. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Ponca City. A Memorial Service will follow at 2 p.m. at the First Christian Church with the Rev. Kent Dorsey, pastor and the Rev. Chuck Heyer, associate pastor, officiating. Services are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Perry was born on Jan. 24, 1937, in Ponca City to Adah (Arft) Ealick Faubion and Harold Ealick. He attended school in Ponca City and graduated from Ponca City High School. Perry was later selected to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. After graduation from the academy he went on to serve in the United States Navy for four years. He was later employed as a communication engineer for NASA in Houston, Texas. He moved back to Ponca City after his retirement to be close to his family. Perry was a member of the First Christian Church were he sang in the choir. His hobbies included singing and his love for boats. He is preceded in death by his mother Adah Faubion and stepfather Wayne Faubion. Survivors include his father Harold Ealick of Ponca City; two sons, Greg Ealick of Baltimore, Md., and Wayne Ealick of Webb City; one sister, Ann Crowder of Rock Island, Mich.; and one brother; Gary Faubion of Ponca City. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Legion Children’s Home, 1300 Summers Place, Ponca City, OK 74604. The casket will be open at the funeral home until noon on Monday. The family will be at the 1933 Mary Street. paid obituary Services PendingMary ChoatMary Choat, Ponca City resident, died Saturday morning, June 20, 1998 at Tender Heart Nursing Home. She was 89. Local survivors include a daughter Melba Logan. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. NEWS BRIEFSAccident — At 7:19 a.m. Friday police were advised of a two-vehicle accident in a parking lot in the 1900 block of North Fourteenth Street. A report was taken. Break-In — A resident in the 500 block of North Eighth Street contacted police at 8:53 a.m. Friday to report that their house had been broken into and a VCR stolen. An officer was assigned. Money Order Theft — At 8:54 a.m. a resident in the 700 block of East Chestnut Avenue notified police of a stolen money order. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Lost Ring — At noon Friday a report on a ring lost at Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue, was taken. Landlord Complaint — A woman in the 300 block of South Osage Street called police at 12:11 p.m. Friday complaining that her landlord had come into her home while she was in the shower and refused to leave. An officer was assigned and request for a unlawful entry warrant was made. Possible Molestation — At 5:22 p.m. Friday a resident in the 1000 block of North Oak Street called police to report a possible molestation. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Fireworks Shot — Police were called to the 300 block of South Elm Street at 5:53 p.m. Friday after receiving a report of juveniles shooting fireworks. Minor Accident — At 6:42 p.m. Friday an accident at Fourteenth Street and Highland Avenue was reported. An officer was assigned. Juvenile Arrests — At 6:58 p.m. Friday two girls, age 15 and 16, were arrested for petit larceny at Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue. Animal Cruelty — At 8:01 p.m. Friday a woman in the 400 block of South Elm Street called police to report that some juveniles had beaten one of her dogs to death and stabbed another. Officers were assigned. Grass Fire — A fire unit responded to a reported grass fire at Hartford Avenue and Waverly Street at 8:34 p.m. Friday. Hit & Run — At 10:58 p.m. Friday police were advised of a hit-and-run accident that occurred in a parking lot in the 1100 block of East Prospect Avenue. An officer was assigned and the driver was later located and ticketed for leaving the scene of an accident. Hit & Run — A hit-and-run accident that occurred in a parking lot in the 1100 block of East Prospect Avenue was reported at 11:27 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a hit-and-run report was taken. Arrest — Police arrested a 20-year-old man at 12:21 a.m. Saturday from the 300 block of North Pine Street for domestic assault and battery. Assault Victim — At 1:38 a.m. Saturday a man was taken to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center by ambulance after being beaten in the 200 block of West Grand Avenue. An assault with a deadly weapon report was taken. Arrest — 24-year-old man was arrested at 2:25 a.m. Saturday from the 600 block of South Fourteenth Street for driving under suspension and speeding. Arrest — Police arrested a 26-year-old man at 3:57 a.m. Saturday from Thirteenth Street and Madison Avenue for driving under the influence, no insurance and expired registration. Arrest — At 5:06 a.m. Saturday a 40-year-old man was arrested from the 500 block of West Cleveland Avenue for driving under suspension and no insurance. Parade entries — United Way of Ponca City is looking for groups and individuals to join the annual parade and kickoff celebration scheduled downtown on Sept. 12. Awards will be given for best decorated float and best decorated wheeled entries such as carts, bikes, skateboards, etc. Trophies will be awarded to those entrants who best portray the campaign theme, “Keys to a Caring Community.” Contact the United Way office at 765-2476 for registration information. St. Paul’s KST Enrolling — St. Paul’s KST is currently enrolling for all ages for the fall session. For more information call April Cook at 765-3696. They are also looking for two loving, dependable people to care for the children in the nursery. Contact St. Paul’s UMC and join the staff for this next fall. Rodeo Queen — Newkirk Range Riders Rodeo will be July 10-11 and the deadline to enter the queen contest is Monday, June 22. For more information contact Angie McGoffin, 580 362-2831. The queen and two runners-up will be awarded a saddle, tack, buckles and other prizes. Contestants must be between 12 and 22-years-old, live within a 30-mile radius of Newkirk or be a current member of the Range Riders. Judging is on the basis of horsemanship, personality and appearance and ticket sales. 4th July Musical — “Nation ... It’s Time To Pray,” a 4th of July musical, will be presented Sunday, June 28, at Northeast Baptist Church at 10:15 a.m. The public is invited to attend and dress in casual red, white and blue. All armed forces veterans will be recognized. The evening celebration on the grounds will include an ice cream social and balloon launching. LIFESTYLESGarden Club Holds Closing Meeting of Year Single Network Planning Events Democrat Women’s Group Sets Meeting Local DAR Chapter Officers Are Installed Patches and Pieces Guild To Meet 1940 Era Furnishings Sought For Cottage Robin Clonce-Jared Stigge Wedding Ceremony In Ada Engagement Is Announced Little News Wheatheart Nutrition Menu Couple To Marry In Texas TOPS Chapter Members Meet Ponca City Happenings Lacey Ann Short Engaged Christina Keen Becomes Bride of Robert D. Hardin Couple Exchanges Vows In Methodist Church Rites Sullivans Observe 40 Years Couple Plans August Vows Couple Will Marry July 11 Pair Plans July Wedding Pair Observes Anniversary Linzi Bruder Marries Chad Sneed In Stillwater Church Nicole Gildhouse To Wed Sally Wahby Bride-Elect Amanda Jones Bride-To-Be Garden Club Holds Closing Meeting of YearThe Lilac Garden Club had 100 percent attendance in its recent meeting, closing the year until fall. The club met in the Whiting home with Florence Whiting and Florence Riesin as co-hostesses. The refreshment table was covered with floor-length pink and red rose and white tablecloth covered with white embroidered linen. Neva Onstot provided the centerpiece of “Fragrant Cloud” roses and pink and red roses decorating the meeting rooms. Helen Bozarth, president, called the meeting to order and the members recited the Gardener’s Creed. Ms. Riesin read the secretary’s report, and Ms. Onstot gave the treasurer’s report. Charter members are Florence ElKouri and Josephine Jones. In her council report, Peggy Keith, council representative, reported on the program given by Lilac Garden Club member Helen Spore. Miss Spore informed the club that she enjoyed giving the council program entitled “Heirloom Flowers.” It was reported a guest speaker would demonstrate cooking with herbs at the first fall council meeting. Ms. Bozarth presented the two-part program entitled “Healthy Indoor Gardening” and “Growing the Fragrant Cloud Roses.” Other members attending were Anna Shadon, club parliamentarian and conservation chairman; Berniece Hayes, publicity, hospitality and memorial gardens chairman; Betty Venzke, organic gardening and membership chairman; and Mildred Norris, legislation and scholarship chairman. Single Network Planning EventsThe Singles Network is a social and support organization for single adults who are divorced, widowed or never married. A monthly calendar is mailed to all members and members wish to emphasis that it is not a dating service. Dues are $10 per year. Interested parties wishing more information may call Betty, 762-9776, or Dorothy, 765-1403. Plans this week include the following. Sunday, June 21: 6:30 p.m. Discussion group at First Presbyterian Church. Go for snack at 8 p.m. Monday, June 22: 6 p.m. Eat out at Arby’s Tuesday, June 23: 7 p.m. Watermelon at Mary’s. Call 762-6588. Thursday, June 25: 7 p.m. Card party. Bring snacks. Call Phil, 765-4620. Saturday, June 27: Ice Cream Social at Lake Ponca deck. Call Laurzell, 765-4227. Bring goodies to go with ice cream. Democrat Women’s Group Sets MeetingThe Kay County Democrat Women will meet at the OCAW Hall, 1202 West Ponca Avenue, at 7 p.m. on June 25. All members should attend as plans for the fund raising “Meet the Candidates” barbecue to be held July 17 at a Lake Ponca Park shelterhouse will be finalized. Many items will be discussed and everyone’s participation is needed said Donna Swope, president of the club. Many of this year’s Democrat Candidates will be here from throughout the state and county. Details of the event will be announced later. Mary Ann Holinsworth was the winner of the “attendance” drawing at the May meeting held at the Courthouse in Newkirk. Contact Donna Swope, President of Kay County Democrat Women’s Organization for more information at (580) 767- 8354. Local DAR Chapter Officers Are InstalledThe Ponca City Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution met recently at the Ponca City Cultural Center. Robert Maril and Marie Beyer were the soloists, accompanied by Leslie Rardin, who chose the songs to go with the narration. Charlotte Hutchens wrote and read the narration for “Flag Day: A Tribute to Veterans.” Maril has just graduated from Ponca City High School and will attend DePauw University this fall on a music scholarship. This summer he is attending the Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain. Beyer also graduated from PoHi. She graduated from Northern Oklahoma College and plans to return this fall to study voice. This summer she will be on the staff of a Children’s Musical Theater in Maine as an accompanist. Hutchens introduced the program by saying that one couldn’t honor the flag without honoring American veterans. She presented historical facts from the Revolutionary War to modern times. The performers sang a medley of service songs as well as some lesser known ones such as “Because All Men are Brothers”, “Liberty Song”, and “No Man is an Island.” Hutchens recognized the contributions of the Native Americans and the African Americans to their country. The performers then sang the “Battle Hymn of he Republic” and “Tramp, Tramp, the Boys are Marching.” The program closed with everyone singing “God Bless America.” During the business meeting Virginia Mair, regent, announced that the merger of the Sarah Harrison Chapter of Blackwell and the Ponca City Chapter was complete. Mair recognized Elaine Fulton, who had been regent of that chapter, and Blackwell members. She also read thank you notes from scholarship winners and Tonkawa elementary school. Rosalie Bolene installed the new chapter officers: Jan Prough, regent; Ann Strickland, first vice regent; Audrey Jones, second vice regent; Rosalie Bolene, chaplain; Sue Ziegenhain, corresponding secretary; Carolyn Bourne, secretary; Eleanor Coates, treasurer; Pauline Rouse, registrar; June Meade. historian-librarian. Betty Elliott gave the National Defense report, Virginia Stephenson gave the President General’s message and Pauline Rouse gave a Constitutional Highlight. Eleanor Coates gave the treasurer’s report and Charlotte Hutchens read the minutes. Following the meeting a workshop for the new officers was conducted by Charlotte Hutchens. The Love Associates of Oklahoma, who are members that worked for the incoming slate of national officers of the Daughters of the American Revolution, are hosting a reception Saturday, June 27 from I p. m. to 3 p. m. at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 325 East First Street, Edmond. This is to honor JoAnn Biffle Sterling, Honorary State Regent of Oklahoma and Treasurer General National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. All members are invited to attend this event. Patches and Pieces Guild To MeetDebbie McDonald, a member of P. M. Patches and Pieces Quilt Guild, will present a trunk show for the program as the guild begins its new year June 22. Sixteen members attended the April 27 meeting. Guests were Peggy Preston, Teresa Beard, Sharon Gibson, and Liz Maupin. Esther Bersche, president, presided during the business session. A quilt show at the Iris Festival May 2 was sponsored by the group under the leadership of Judy Wohletz. Faith Kalback’s quilt, “Mennonite Star,” received the viewer’s choice award. Leta Naylor, a former guild member who now lives in Texas, won a wall hanging which was also created by Ms. Kalback. Door prizes were won by Peggy KrIder, Mary Bryant, Peggy Preston, Rosemary Ramsey, Phyllis Clark, Pam Williams, Pam Mann, Debbie McDonald, Alice Wiederich, Alice Rosewitz, Barb Kegler, Nancy Bright, Liz Maupin, Sue Roy, Marlene Williams, Faith Kalback, Teresa Beard, Esther Bersche, and Sharon Gibson. Each person present also received a quarter yard of fabric as a favor. Faith Kalback presented the pattern of the month. The quilt is made with a pieced star pattern providing the background for each block. Each month has a different applique design. The April pattern has a lop-eared bunny. Rose Coffee created a quilt top which included all twelve blocks from the past year. It was displayed at the Iris Festival quilt show. Officers for the new year were installed by Phyllis Clark. They Include Esther Bersche, president; Sue Roy, vice-president; Nancy Bright, treasurer; and Peggy Krider, secretary. Nancy Bright is particularly interested in quilt history, and she displayed three antique quilt tops. Other Show and Share participants were Faith Kalback, Mary Bryant, Sue Roy, Phyllis Clark, Debbie McDonald, Pam Williams, Peggy Krider, and Esther Bersche. A potluck dinner was held prior to the meeting. Pam Williams and Alice Rosewitz were hostesses. The guild meets at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month. Guests are welcome. 1940 Era Furnishings Sought For CottageBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer Most organizations have a wish list. However not many are asking for items nearly six decades old. The Marland Estate needs some 1940 era furnishings to finish out the renovated cottage of Lydie Marland. Lydie Marland, second wife of E.W. Marland, was the first lady of Oklahoma when her husband was the tenth governor of Oklahoma. The cottage is being returned to the 1940’s look created by John Duncan Forsyth’s remodeling for the Marlands. Forsyth was the lead architect for the Marland Mansion, which was recently named the number one tourist attraction in the state. Furniture, household equipment and fixtures of the period are needed. Some of the 1940 era needs are a gas kitchen range, refrigerator, ceiling light fixtures and brass switch covers. Residential History Mr. and Mrs. Marland lived in the Artist Studio, which is also being renovated, located at the west wall of the Marland Estate, upon their return in 1939 from the Governor’s Mansion in Oklahoma City. Later, the chauffeur’s quarters north of the studio were remodeled as a home for the ailing Marland and his wife, Lydie. Forsyth remodeled the chauffeur’s quarters now known as Lydie’s Cottage. The Mansion and grounds, including the Artist Studio were sold in 1941, but Marland ownership was retained in the cottage. Mrs. Marland retained ownership of the cottage until her death in 1987. When the building is completed it is anticipated it will be open for guided tours for special groups and possibly could be rented for socials. The Marland Estate has yet to determine the usage guidelines, but that is on the “Priority A” list of the long range plan. Much of the volunteer work has been done by Jon Kennedy and Ford Lasher. Those interested in donating items are requested to call the Marland Mansion office 763-5881 or Jon Kennedy 762-3642. Robin Clonce-Jared Stigge Wedding Ceremony In AdaSt. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Ada was the setting for the May 16, 1998 wedding of Robin Kay Clonce and Jared Kent Stigge. A Nuptial Eucharist was held at 5 p.m. with the Rev. John D. Norvell as celebrant. Parents of the bride are Kay Clonce of Ada and Jerry Clonce of Oklahoma City. The bridegroom’s parents are Jim and Trudi Stigge of Ponca City. The crucifer was Byron Church and Jade and Madison McKenzie served as acolytes. Chase Hughes, cousin of the bride, was the lector. During a musical prelude Marie Wilson, organist, played “Canon in D” and “Fantasia” by Pachelbel, “Fugue in A Minor” by Bach, “Hornpipe” by Handel and “Solemn Melody” by Davies. Accompanied by Doug Laramore on the trumpet, the organist played “Trumpet Voluntary” by Clarke as the processional. The recessional was “Prelude in E Flat” by Bach. During the service “O Perfect Love” by Barnby was sung by Brenda Morehead. Mrs. Dayle Stevens of Tulsa, sister of the bridegroom, attended the guest book table and Brian Hughes of Ada, cousin of the bride, distributed programs. Maid of Honor for her cousin was Meredith Hughes of Ada and other attendants were Mrs. Barbara Stoner, bridesmatron, and Kim Hill, bridesmaid, both of Oklahoma City. Each wore a full length pale pink crepe sheath styled with a sleeveless bodice trimmed in satin ribbon. The high neckline was accented with a darker pink panel. The attendants carried individual bouquets of Casablanca lilies, pink carnations and greenery tied with sheer white organza ribbon. Stephanie Bradley of Ada, flower girl, was dressed in white silk satin with an overlay of organza. The ruffled organza collar was embroidered and the waistline was marked by a satin bow. The hemline was detailed with lace and she wore a floral fabric circlet in her hair. She carried a basket filled with pink and white Spring garden flowers accented by a white organza bow. Ken Bryan of Oklahoma City served as Best Man and groomsmen were Bill Wallace of Oklahoma City and Dave Hoecker of Norman. Jeff Stevens, brother-in-law of the bridegroom, Bill Wallace and Dave Hoecker seated the guests. The bridegroom wore a formal tuxedo with a white vest and shirt. The other men in the bridal party were attired in traditional tuxedos with black vests and white shirts and each wore a boutonniere created from a white rose, baby’s breath and greenery. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a floor length gown of silk satin designed with a fitted bodice and Basque waistline. The pearl embroidered bodice featured a sweetheart neckline and high, puffed short sleeves. The full skirt was detailed with a wide zigzag band of Alencon lace appliques and the chapel length train, also edged with lace, was attached in back by a soft fabric bow. The bride wore pearl jewelry and her elbow length illusion veil was secured by a pearl beaded satin headband. She carried a bouquet of white roses and Casablanca lilies accented with stephanotis and English ivy. Following tradition, the bride wore something old, new, borrowed and blue. A ring belonging to her mother was something old and borrowed and the bride’s lace garter was accented with a blue satin ribbon. The reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Decorations included a variety of spring flowers, ivy, and pink and white tulle flowers centered with clear lights. Assisting with the event were Heather Hilfiger of Norman, Janise Glover, Janet Truitt, Shannon Jordan and Julie Stratford of Ada. A string quartet provided music during the reception. The triple-tiered round wedding cake was topped with white roses, Casablanca lilies and pink carnations and the bridegroom’s cake was a triple-tiered cheesecake. Special guests of the bride were her grandmothers: Mrs. Rose Bailey of Ada and Mrs. Mildred Clonce of Sun City, Ariz. Other guests included Shelly Sumner of Lindale, Texas; Patti Warden of Ada; Dub and Flora Dean of Tishamingo, and June Hughes of Ada. Special guests of the bridegroom were his grandmother, Mrs. Velma Stigge of Ponca City, and aunts, uncles and cousins: Al and Carol Schmidt of Jacksonville, Ill.; Ed and Hilda Fischer and Dan of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; Jerry and Mary Stigge and Mark of Wichita, Kan. Also attending were Janet Goll, Shelly Schatte, Nina Lambring, Jimmie Schatz, Sherman and Barbara Arnold, Fred and Jane Miller, all of Ponca City; Rick and Sharlyn Fritz of Houston, Texas; Kathy Stevens of Dallas, Texas; Brian and Michelle Burchfield of Chicago, Ill. and Bill Matthews of Wichita, Kan. The couple left the reception in a surrey decorated with pink tulle flowers and greenery. Following a wedding trip to Las Vegas, Nev. the couple has established a home in Oklahoma City where the bride is employed with the Cleveland County District Attorney’s office and the bridegroom is an employee at State Farm Insurance Company. Pre-nuptial events included a rehearsal dinner hosted in Ada by the bridegroom’s parents and a personal shower was held April 5 in Norman, hosted by Meredith Hughes and Holly Lewis. A miscellaneous shower was held in Ada on April 18 with hostesses: Peggy Page, Gae Vonne Martin, June Hughes, Linda Dickinson, Sue Scrivner and Pat Stewart. Engagement Is AnnouncedStephen and Cheryl Hamilton of Edmond have announced the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Cheryl, to John Christopher Matthews, son of Don and Marcella Matthews of Ponca City. The couple will marry July 11 in a 3 p.m. ceremony at the Boulevard Chapel in Edmond. The bride-elect is a 1992 graduate of Edmond Memorial High School and received her bachelor of fine arts degree in 1997 from Oklahoma State University. She is presently pursuing a master’s degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The prospective bridegroom is a 1991 graduate of Ponca of fine arts degree in 1996 and a master of science degree in 1997 from OSU. He is currently working toward a master of fine arts degree at the University of Illinois. Little NewsDavid and Sally (O’Neill) Smith of Arlington, Texas announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Courtney Theresa, on June 11, 1998. The baby was born at 5:53 p.m. at the Arlington Memorial Hospital, weighed 7-pounds, 11-ounces, and was 19 1/2-inches long. Maternal grandparents are Pauline and Jim O’Neill of Ponca City and paternal grandparents are Ann and David Smith of Dallas, Texas. Great-grandparents are Opal and Rollie Smith of Clinton. Suzanne and Eric Kline of Irving, Texas are announcing the birth of their daughter at 6 p.m. June 17, 1998. The baby weighed 5-pounds, 4-ounces and was 18-inches long. She has been named Courtney Younger Kline. Maternal grandparents are Harold and Barbara Younger of Ponca City and paternal grandparents are Pat Kline of Arlington, Texas and Don Kline of Mabank, Texas. Paternal great-grandmother is Nina Kline of Tyler, Texas. Former residents of Ponca City, Forrest and Tonya (Rackley) Robinson, now of LoLo, Mont., announce the birth of their daughter at 6:38 p.m. June 11, 1998 at the Community Medical Center. The baby was named Autumn Jaide Robinson. She weighed 7-pounds, 1/2-ounce and measured 20-inches long. Paternal grandparents are John and Linda Robinson and Mike and Dorothy Guinn, all of Ponca City. Paternal great-grandparents are Emogene Robinson of Ponca City and the late Forrest Robinson. Maternal grandparents are Leroy Rackley of Newkirk and Carole Rackley of Canton, N. C. Maternal great-grandparents are Paul and Pauline Rackley of Claremore. Madeline Paige Evans is the name selected by Walter and Lynn Evans of Marland for their daughter born at 7:32 p.m. May 11, 1998 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The baby weighed 5-pounds, 14-ounces and measured 19 1/2-inches long. She has a brother, Cameron, 5-years-old. Maternal grandparents are Dan and Dee Hicks of Ponca City and paternal grandparents are Marlene Evans of Ponca City and Kenneth and Patty Evans of Marland. Great-grandparents are May Evans of Marland, Laurl and Pearl Lydick of Cowling, Ill. and Raymond Shutts of Peoria, Ill. Lelo McReynolds of Cowling, Ill. is the great-great-grandparent. Wheatheart Nutrition MenuVolunteers are needed to deliver meals to the home bound participating in the Wheatheart Nutrition Project. For more information call 767-1620. Wheatheart Nutrition Menus for this week are as follows: Monday, June 22: Sausage patty with gravy; oven fried potatoes; carrots and cabbage salad; biscuit with butter; cinnamon applesauce. Tuesday, June 23: Ham and Beans; tomato spoon relish; cornbread with butter; pudding with topping. Wednesday, June 24: Italian meatloaf; potatoes Romanoff; buttered spinach; dinner roll with butter; cherry fruit gelatin. Thursday, June 25: Submarine sandwich; pea salad; lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles; bun with butter; easy chocolate cake. Friday, June 26: Baked chicken; mashed potatoes with gravy; buttered broccoli; dinner roll with butter; cookies. Couple To Marry In TexasAn Aug. 15 wedding in St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Bedford, Texas is being planned by Suzanne Elaine Spellings and Terry Lee Lauritsen. She is the daughter of Herbert R. Spellings Jr. and Ms. Janet M. Spellings, both of Euless, Texas. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Randall Lauritsen, 1508 Cookson. Miss Spellings is a graduate of L. D. Bell High School in Hurst, Texas and Texas Tech University. She is a graduate student at the University of Texas in Dallas where she is working toward a master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Lauritsen, a graduate of Ponca City High School and the University of Texas at Arlington, is a civil engineer with TranSystems Corporation Consultants in Fort Worth, Texas. TOPS Chapter Members MeetTOPS OK 308 chapter met Monday evening with Robinell Oldham calling the meeting to order. The devotion, “Success,” was given and the TOPS Pledge repeated. The KOPS Kreed was given and Ann McCool called the roll. The weight report was given by Betty Flower. Mary Bryant was Best Loser and Fern Black won the “Ha Ha” pot. The program, “Avoid the Fat Express,” was given by Robinell Oldham. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a non-profit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. It neither sells nor endorses products. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs and contests are used to encourage weight loss. Brief programs are presented each week and visitors are welcome to attend the meetings. Weigh-in time is 6:15-6:55 p.m. and meetings are 7 p.m. on Mondays. For more information contact Betty Flower, 765-5448. Ponca City HappeningsSUNDAY Marland Estate Mansion, 901 Monument Road, open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Guided tours, Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1:30 and 3 p.m. Special Tour information, 767-0420. 11th Step AA meeting—open, 11 a.m.; AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 10th and Grand. Home of Ponca City Indian Museum, Bryant Baker Studio, 101 Ranch Museum and DAR Museum. Available for receptions, teas, bridge parties, etc. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m. 767-0427. Ponca City Tourism Office, 10th and Grand. Information about all tourist attractions and events in Ponca City and the surrounding area. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 763-8067. Singles Network discussion group, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church. All single adults welcome. MONDAY Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony house, 212 South Third. Domestic Violence Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Programs for women and children of family violence. Baby sitter provided. For info, call 76A-BUSE. Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on the First and Third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the parlor of the First Baptist Church. More information may be obtained by calling Vivian Cross, 765-8871; Lily Freeman, 762-9027; Martha Long, 762-5572. The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Call Beth Wright, 765-6738, for additional information. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Salvation Army Community Support Center, 711 South Third. Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony House basement, 212 South Third. Use south entrance by parking lot. Senior Citizens’ Dance every Monday, 7 to 10 p.m. at the American Legion, Ponca City. Everyone welcome. “Hayriders Band.” Simple Steps AA—closed, 12 noon; AA Step Study— closed, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. TOPS OK 308, 6:15 p.m. Monday weigh-in. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call Betty Flower, 765-5448. TUESDAY Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Performing Arts Building (south entrance), Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All women welcome. For information, call 765-6829. 363-1643 or 762-2885. Kiwanis Club, noon Tuesday, Marland Mansion Conference Center. New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House (upstairs library). AA Discussion meeting at 12 noon; AA Big Book Study— closed, 8 p.m. Harmony House. 212 South Third. Parent Support Group, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns and frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Pioneer Water Garden Society meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Cann Gardens. Anyone interested in water gardens, fish, plants or starting your own pond is welcome to attend. For more information contact Mike Welch, 765-3271 or Ray Moreland, 762-7806. Preschool Storytime for 4, 5, and 6 year olds, Ponca City Library, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m. Fanchon Chapter 53, Order of the Eastern Star. meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Masonic Temple, 1200 West Grand. Free pregnancy test is kept confidential at Birth Choice, 205 West Hartford. Hours are 6-8 p.m, Tuesday; 1-3 p.m. Wednesday; 6-8 p.m. Thursday. WEDNESDAY Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday’s edition of Lifestyles, 5 p.m. Wednesday. Happenings is events this week. For Happenings, include name of club, day of week, time, place and hostess. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Salvation Army Community Support Center, 711 South Third. Pioneer Toastmasters Club, 11:30 to 12:30 Wednesday, East Auditorium, Conoco Complex, 1000 South Pine. Guests welcome to come discover what Toastmasters is about. Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, for location, call 765-5695 or 762-5529. Simple Steps AA meeting; Step Study—closed, 12 noon. AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. Storytime for 2 & 3 year-olds, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand, 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Short stories, songs, use of flannel board. Lasts about 15 minutes. A Post Traumatic Stres |