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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Tuesday, July 4, 2000 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS BUSINESS LOCALPerry Man Seriously Hurt in Accident Perry Man Seriously Hurt in AccidentA local couple was involved in a head on collision early Tuesday morning, two-and-a-half miles south of Ponca City on Highway 177. Marvin and Carol Champlin escaped the accident without injury. The were northbound on Hwy. 177 in a 1988 Ford van when a 1982 Datsun veered across the center line and struck them head on. Gary Baney, 51, of Perry, the driver of the Datsun, was transported to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and later transferred to St. Francis in Wichita. He sustained massive injuries to the head, legs and torso. Danny Coldwell, 28, of Stillwater, a passenger in the Baney vehicle, was treated and released from the hospital. Ponca City Native Recommends SuperCamp to Improve LearningSuperCamp, a camp where kids learn to learn, will be starting in Calif., Colo., Wis., Ga. and Mass., at the beginning of July for students ages nine to 24. For over 19 years SuperCamp has been making “great kids greater” according to Bobbi DePorter, President. One resident of Ponca City visited the camp approximately eight years ago and now works there in the offices. “I loved it,” Kevin Adams said of his adventures at the camp. “I would not only suggest it, I would tremendously endorse it.” According to SuperCamp, there are eight keys of excellence within the learning forum. And they are; Speaking with Good Purpose — Develop the skills of speaking in a positive sense, being responsible for honest and direct communication. Balance — Maintain your mind, body and spirit in alignment. Failure Leads to Success — Understand failures simply provide us with the information we need to learn so we can succeed. Ownership — Be accountable and responsible. Be someone who can be counted upon, someone who responds. Commitment — Follow your vision without wavering; stay true to the course. Do whatever it takes to get the job done. Flexibility — Maintain the ability to change what you are doing to get the outcome you desire. This Is It! — Develop the ability to focus your attention on the present moment. Each moment, each task counts. Integrity — Conduct yourself in the state of authenticity, sincerity and wholeness that results when values and behavior are aligned. According to DePorter SuperCamp improves motivation, self-esteem and study habits. DePorter says campers have improved their SATs college admission test averages by 70 points. “We’ve had several who upped their scores 200 points.” The camp is filled with activities and classes where the kids learn better study skills, teamwork and trust. Kids will be divided into three different age groups. Ages nine through 11, grades four through six, 12 and 13, grades seven and eight, 14 through 18, grades nine through 12, and 18 through 24, college students. Adams said, “The camp stresses academics but there’s more to it.” All students are allowed activity brakes where they can swim, play basketball, volleyball, or just listen to music. All activities are supervised by a counselor though, for safety. Camps are scheduled at different times for each individual age group through Aug. 20. To register write; Learning Forum/SuperCamp, 1725 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, Calif. 92054-5319. Parents may also call 760-722-0072 or 800-285-3276. Faxes may be sent to 760-722-3507 or register online at www.supercamp.com. For more information e-mail info@supercamp.com. “It’s a good experience for good students or for kids who struggle,” Adams said. “And there still is time for people to get in this summer for the later sessions,” Adams added for parents who are still interested in the camp. Firework Safety Important to DennyBy THOMAS TRUE News Staff Writer "The issue is not whether or not we want people to enjoy the fourth of July, but fireworks safety." according to Ponca City Fire Chief Gary Denny. "In Ponca City 10 years ago the possession or discharge of fireworks was made illegal." No type of fireworks are legal, not even the "champagne bottles" or the paper caps that make a sound when thrown against the ground. The code is so restrictive that for the use of rail road flares for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, the city made a provision in the code to allow their use in the city limits. Kay County is the home of Ponca City and the city finds itself trapped by its city limits as to how far it can go to enforce laws of fire safety within the area it tries to protect. One of the stand operators said that they have flyers that explain fireworks safety. However, on the south side of Lake Road in Ponca City, it is in the county and the sale of fireworks is governed by the county commission and at this time, they have not seen the need to make fireworks illegal in the county. So, several stands go up and the customers drive to the stands on city roads and buy the fireworks in the county stands and then illegally transport these fireworks into the city regardless of which direction the customers turn. There are no roads that take a customer into the county from many of the dozens of fireworks stands that surround the city. Even though Kay County allows the sale and use of the fireworks, many of the people in the area close to Ponca City are served by that fire department in case there is a fire. "The county is still our customer." Chief Denny comments. However, according to Chief Denny, nationwide 11,000 to 12,000 people per year are injured due to fireworks, just during the fourth of July period. Which only last about two weeks. Words of advise from Chief Denny, "Check the jurisdiction that you but them in and set them off in the same jurisdiction." BUSINESSLocal Transit System Takes on Recent Changes Local Transit System Takes on Recent ChangesPioneer Transit, the local transit system, has seen recent changes to its program. Effective May 1, 2000, United Community Action Program, Inc. of Pawnee, a not for profit corporation, became the operator of Pioneer Transit. With this change, Pioneer is now operating under the name Cimarron Public Transit System. Both are not for profit corporations. The Pioneer Transit board of directors signed a memorandum of understanding with UCAP officials. Also, the partnership was supported by the Transit Programs Division of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, who administers the Rural Transit Programs. A public hearing was held on April 27, at the Ponca City Library for comments regarding the proposed change. “Not only will the partnership contain costs,” said Dave Ellison, deputy director of UCAP, “but the move also allows the local transit system to look to future expansion.” UCAP which currently operates in Creek, Osage and Pawnee Counties, is seeking funding to expand into Kay County. Newkirk, Blackwell and the area surrounding Ponca City are being considered for that future expansion. Therefore, joining with UCAP could offer local patrons the opportunity to travel to nearby communities on a regular basis much sooner than expected, Ellison says. “The goal of Pioneer Transit has been simple and specific — to create and maintain a public transportation system for citizens of Ponca City,” said founding father Art Mires. “The board and volunteers did a wonderful job getting the local system started and keeping it going,” stated Ellison. “They should be praised for their efforts.” Believed in Necessity for System The original founders believed in the necessity of a local public transportation system and made it happen. As board member George Ferguson noted, the board accomplished exactly what it set out to do. “Transportation is vital for the growth of our community. The citizens both want and need an inexpensive and convenient way to travel about,” Mires continued. “For those without transportation, the demand response program connects the public with employment, education, health care, shopping, recreation, and other services.” The groundwork for Pioneer Transit, spearheaded by Mires, resulted in the funding for the program in 1998 and 1999. Pioneer Transit began operations Nov. 1, 1999, with two vehicles. The Salvation Army of Ponca City and St. Joseph Regional Medical Center chose to fold their transportation services into Pioneer Transit. In May, three new handicap accessible, mini vans were added. Currently, the program has six vehicles that are available Monday through Friday from 5:15 a.m. to 6 p.m. The specially converted, 2000 Dodge caravans have an extended ramp to provide ease of exit and entry for many of our passengers, according to Laura Corff, route supervisor. The current board of directors will remain as an advisory board. Members include: Mires, Karen Furman, George Ferguson, Earl Ball, Jon Kennedy, Michelle Carter, Lori May, Marilyn Andrews, Lana Jones and Tom Morris. The group will hold regular meetings, assist in fund raising and make recommendations to the UCAP board. Good for Ponca City Economy Local contracts, cash and in-kind contributions, combined with state and federal funding support the program, which brings about $300,000 annually into the local economy. Currently, the local branch supports four full time and eight part time employees. In addition to payroll, the program obtains fuel supplies, and vehicle maintenance through local vendors. Based on a study by the Center for Urban Economic & Business Analysis completed in 1997, transit systems have an approximate $60 million impact each year on the Oklahoma economy. Furthermore, they are responsible for the existence of about 1,000 jobs statewide. These systems can be viewed as acting like export industries by attracting external dollars into the state in the form of federal subsidies. Subsidized transit enables people to commute to work, thereby increasing the size of the work force and the total income of the area. Rural transit systems such as Cimarron Public Transit connect dispersed residents to centers of commerce, health care and employment in the region. Thereby, transit systems reduce the level of remoteness and increase the interconnectedness in a region, thus encouraging economic growth. At least one half of the cost of operating, capital and administrative expenses must be provided in cash or cash equivalent from local sources. So, although services are funded by a combination of fares and government (local, state, federal) subsidies, it remains that all who benefit from the program help share in part of the costs to operate it. Annual Area Chamber Auction Planned Aug 12By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Business Editor Annual Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce auction is set for Aug. 12 at Wentz Camp and the $10 tickets will go on sale soon, according to Carla O’Neill, chairman. The announcement was made at the Tuesday Board of Directors meeting at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The event and lunch was hosted by Garry England, hospital administrator. A tour of the newly remodeled medical facilities was provided by the hospital staff. Barry Bickle, Chamber Chairman, announced that treasurer Diane Mitchell has been transferred to Houston, and Paul Seeley, former treasurer has agreed to fill-in until January when Ron Stevens will fill the position. Bickle said that the Ponca Summit, a networking think tank slated for Sept. 27-30, has been scheduled and contributions for the event are being made through the Foundation for Progress. The event is an off-shoot of the Outstanding Citizens Committee, Bickle explained. About $94,000 had been raised to put on the event, which hosts former Ponca Citians in leadership positions here. Dr. Leo Presley will facilitate. During the Economic Development report, Jan Jarrett, Chamber CEO, and economic development director, told that the contract between the City and the Chamber for economic development has been signed for $115,000. He reported that Oklahoma Alliance for Manufacturing is financing an agent here. A survey of the full Chamber membership resulted in 260 in favor of writing to the area legislators recommending right-to-work be adopted. Eight letters were received in opposition. Jarrett reported the Big Sky Airlines Maintenance facility at the Ponca City Municipal Airport is in the works and modification is being made at the hangar north of the terminal to accommodate the plane. He also told about providing information for a CLEET facility. The law enforcement facility would require about 300 acres. Bliss Selected to American Feed Industry DirectorsWASHINGTON, D.C. — William “Bill” Bliss, Special Applications Manager and Chairman of the Board of Bliss Industries, Inc., Ponca City, has been elected to the American Feed Industry Association’s (AFIA) Board of Directors at the recent convention. Bliss’ term on the Board will run until May 2003. AFIA’s Board of Directors guides the association in carrying out its mission of establishing a favorable business climate for the feed industry. It’s the only national association devoted exclusively to representing the business and regulatory interests of the animal feed industry and its suppliers. Membership includes more than 650 U.S. and International companies as well as state, national and regional associations. Bliss has an extensive background in the feed industry. He and his wife Katie, along with their two sons, founded Bliss Industries in 1981 in Peckham. The company supplies the feed industry with production and material handling equipment and has grown to over 70 employees. Bill’s youngest son Rick Bliss serves as president and his son Alan Bliss is vice president. Bliss attended Newkirk High School and Panhandle State College at Goodwell, Okla. Bill and Katie Bliss reside in Newkirk. Building Picks Up in PCIf the May and April building permits are any indication, things are picking up economically in Ponca City. During May there were seven commercial permits issued with a valuation of $364,000. Four commercial permits in April had a valuation of $138,750. Although there were no residential permits issued during April there were two issued during May with a total valuation of $425,000. Seven remodel permits were applied for in April with a valuation of $116,200, while May listed nine permits with a valuation of $104,250. April saw a boon in miscellaneous permits at 29 with a valuation of $86,375 and in May there were 10 permits issued with a valuation of $23,000, issued by building inspector Buddy Osborn. Total building permit revenue for May was $916,450, while May totaled $341,325. During April there were 29 electrical permits and 121 inspections by the electrical department headed by Earl Whittaker. In May there were 10 electrical permits and 87 inspections. Twenty-nine plumbing permits were issued and 72 inspections made by the plumbing department in April, while there were 22 permits issued during May and 198 inspections. There were 10 mechanical permits issued in May and 76 inspections. April saw 16 mechanical permits and 61 inspections. Nardin Wheat Producer Appointed to State PanelOKLAHOMA CITY — Gov. Frank Keating recently appointed Dr. Leroy Quance a member of the Oklahoma Wheat Commission. Quance, a Nardin wheat producer, will serve a five-year term representing District V, which includes all counties east of the western boundary lines of Kay, Noble, Logan, Oklahoma, Cleveland, Grady, Stephens and Jefferson counties. “I appreciate the confidence placed in me by the producers who nominated me and by Governor Keating in appointing me to the Commission. This is an important responsibility and I will work with the other commissioners and staff members in their ongoing work to make Oklahoma wheat an even more valued commodity in the world marketplace.” “In this extended period of low wheat prices and high input costs, I am impressed with the willingness of wheat producers to support the Commission. I am equally impressed with the work of the Commission in the important areas of variety improvement, consumer education, and marketing. Recent developments in direct shipments of wheat to Mexico is just one example of success in these important areas,” Quance said. Quance has an extensive background in agricultural economics and policy having worked with the Agricultural Economics Department at Oklahoma State University, the USDA Economics Research Service, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations, and the Ministry of Agriculture in Pakistan. Since his retirement, Quance and his wife Marie have farmed wheat and raised cattle in Kay County. He is a member of the Oklahoma Wheat Growers’ Association, the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, and Beefmaster Breeders United. Prior to being appointed to the Commission by Governor Keating, Quance was elected by his fellow wheat producers in a district election. His responsibilities as a member of the commission include working with the other members to develop policy and programs, oversee the implementation of policy and programs, approve budget expenditures, direct the finding of research, market development and public education, represent district producer interests, and promote Oklahoma wheat. My Favorite Things Opens at New Location; Grand Opening SaturdayMy Favorite Things, downtown’s newest thrift shop, will celebrate the grand opening its new location Saturday. The shop is operated for the benefit of Hospice of Ponca City and Peachtree Landing. My Favorite Things opened last August at First and Cleveland. Recently it relocated to 207 East Grand. Sharon Ridgway, manager, says the community has been wonderfully supportive in shopping at the store, donating goods, and providing volunteers. “The move to Grand has been a great one for us already,” she says. Brother Mike’s Gospel Group will perform on Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served, and there will be a drawing for door prizes. For more information, call Ridgway at 767-0728. All donations to My Favorite Things are tax-deductible. Premier Building Supply OpeningA new business opening at 1717 North Third is Premier Building Supply, owned by Gary, Mark and Jason Shepard and managed by John Boepple. The wholesale store offers new building products specializing in vinyl siding and Anderson, Target and Quaker Windows. With 25 years in the vinyl siding and window business, Gary Shepard says is seems natural to open a new wholesale store. According to Shepard, Premier Building Supply sells quality products with excellent service as its number one objective. The business has supplies for remodeling and new home construction. News/QuotesMicrosoft Broadcast Mary Maddux, an Edward Jones investment representative in Ponca City, will host a broadcast for individual investors, July 13 at 3 p.m. The broadcast, titled Live with the CEO of Microsoft, will be a live program to Edward Jones branch offices nationwide via the firm’s private satellite network. Steve Ballmer, the president and CEO of Microsoft, the world’s leading software company, will discuss Microsofts future in light of the break up and predictions that the personal computer era is over. Joining Mr. Ballmer to discuss Microsoft will be Art Russell, Edward Jones technology analyst and Alan Skrainka, Edward Jones chief market strategist. “We have all read the headlines and heard the government’s side of the story,” Maddux says. “This broadcast is a unique opportunity to hear what Microsoft has to say and learn its strategies going forward.” For more information on the July 13 broadcast or to reserve a seat for this free program, contact Mary Maddux at 762-1977. Edward Jones’ interactive Web Site is located at www.edwardjones.com. Braman Intern WICHITA - Brandon Grell of Braman is interning at the Stillwater Lending Office of the Farm Credit Services of East Central Oklahoma. Grell is currently participating in a summer intern program sponsored by the Farm Credit Bank of Wichita. The training program combines instruction and on-the-job training for all types of financing, appraisal and other services. Son of Rick Grell of Braman, and Debbie Friesburg of Tulsa, Brandon is earning a bachelor’s degree with a major in agri-business at Oklahoma State University. Completed Courses Rachel Gravel, Henry Noll, Nicole Payne and Bryan Streeter, sales associates with CENTURY 21 Group One, recently completed The Floyd Wickman Course, an intensive 63-day sale course. All graduated with honor and join an elite group of professional real estate sales people recognized by Floyd Wickman Courses, the No. 1 real estate training company in North America. Noll and Gravel were awarded “On Track” plaques for “consistent and above average production accomplished during the Floyd Wickman Course 2000.” “The Floyd Wickman Course is the most advanced training available and our clients our worth the investment,” states Faye Askew, managing broker. “With their wealth of knowledge and years of experience Nicole, Henry, Bryan and Rachel are all a tremendous asset,” Askew said. CENTURY Group One has recently celebrated 20 years of service to the Ponca city area and is located at 1215 East Highland. Attends Seminar Tom P. Cleveland, Ponca City, Oklahoma, Modern Woodmen of America recently attended that organization’s home office field management seminar in Rock Island, Ill. The seminar covered planning, supervision, administration and recruiting, selecting and training of agents. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, Ill. The organization offers life insurance and annuities for family financial security and fraternal service programs. OSBDC Agent Available A representative of the Oklahoma Small business Development Center (OSBDC) will be seen from 9 a.m., to noon July 12 at the offices of Kay Electric Cooperative in Blackwell and from 1 to 4 p.m., in the south conference room of the administration building on the Northern Oklahoma College campus in Tonkawa. To schedule an appointment or receive additional information call (580) 327-8608 from 8 a.m., to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. NEWS BRIEFSAmbulance Run — An ambulance run was made 1:38 a.m. Monday to the Emergency Room at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Patient was transported back to Shawn Manor. Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv. Shooting Fireworks — A report was received Monday morning that some one was shooting fireworks near Elm and Summit. An officer was assigned. Every Wednesday -price clothes and shoes, except priced items. Check our daily specials. Caboose Thrift Shoppe, First and Central. adv. Fireworks Report — Shooting fireworks were reported Monday in the Hartford - Stoneridge area. An officer was assigned. Fireworks Disturbance — Police received a report that subjects were shooting fireworks Monday evening in the area of Hartford and Joe. An officer was assigned. Ambulance Run — Monday evening an ambulance run was made from McCord Road for an infant suffering a seizure. Free 2 liter Coke with purchase of 20 piece tub of chicken. Now thru July 4th. Snyder’s Grocery, 762-4686. adv. Pit Bull Loose — A report was received Monday evening that a neighbor’s Pit Bull was running loose in the area of North Sixth. An officer is to contact the owner later. Trash Can Fireworks — A report was called in Monday night about an adult setting off fireworks in a trash container. Once again the Rusty Barrell will close for cleaning. We will be closed June 30 through July 6. We will reopen Friday July 7. Have a happy Fourth of July and we will see you July 7. adv. Fireworks Calls — The police department Monday evening had a call about subjects shooting fire works in the alley between Pine and Oak. Another call came from the Edgewood area. Shooting Fireworks — On Monday, subjects were reported shooting fireworks in the area of 400 South Tenth Street. - Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. 765-9689. adv. More Fireworks — Juveniles were reported shooting fireworks on the north side of Highlander Apartments Monday. An officer was assigned. Ramming Bikes — A report was called in about several youths on bicycles ramming their bikes into a utility pole behind Taco Tico Monday . An officer was assigned. Disturbance — A fight was reported late Monday in Attucks Park with about 20 subjects. Three Police units were dispatched but when they arrived the fight was over and beer was confiscated from the area. Special Board Meeting — The Ponca City Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, July 5 at noon to discuss a couple of renovation projects. The public is invited. LIFESTYLESThe Neighborhood Chef The Neighborhood Chefby Sherry Muchmore Every family has their special holidays, those days that are near and dear for any number of reasons. Some reasons that can only remain a mystery to most. For the Muchmores it’s always been the 4th of July. Parents, brothers, uncles, aunts, children, grandparents, in-laws, out-laws, all gather to celebrate the Fourth. After only slight concern and light conversation, the answer to why (other than liking to hear loud noises, blow things up and wave old red, white and blue) is really quite simple. This is an open holiday not like Christmas or Thanksgiving where we are pulled in all directions to visit this or that one. There being no other conflicts for the Fourth, it soon became a Muchmore tradition for all to gather. Like all family traditions, there are traditional dishes prepared for these events. The following recipes are two of our favorites. ———— Several years ago, Donna Muchmore brought a salad to the Muchmore annual 4th of July blow-out she called White Salad. She explained that Iola Muchmore (Clyde E. Muchmore’s wife, Tom’s grandmother) always brought this salad to family get-togethers and over the years it had become a tradition at Muchmore gatherings. JoAnn Muchmore has the original recipe card in Iola’s handwriting. It says Overnight Salad but has since become simply White due to the soft cloud-like color. JoAnn sent the original wording as Iola had written, but JoAnn said to short-cut with those bitsy marshmallows, pineapple chunks, and for all those out there that might not know, we don’t have an “icebox” now, we have refrigerators, sub-zeros……. (All parenthesis are my comments.) White (Overnight) Salad Iola Muchmore, PC, OK Submitted by JoAnn Muchmore Make the dressing first: (In a saucepan, whisk eggs. Add lemon juice, mustard and cold milk. Whisk till blended) 4 eggs well beaten Juice of one lemon 1/2 teaspoon mustard (prepared) 1/4 cup of milk Cook, stirring constantly till smooth and creamy, not too hard COOL, then fold in the whipped cream and add the marshmallows. 1/2 pint whipping cream, whipped 1 pound marshmallows, cut in pieces Lastly, fold in fruit and almonds. 1 large can pineapple, cut in pieces (drained) 1/2 pound white grapes, cut in halves 1 can Queen Anne cherries, pitted and cut in halves (drained) 1/3 cup almonds, blanched and cut in pieces (might try them toasted) Set in icebox overnight. ———— For several years, Allan H. (grandson of Clyde E., oldest son of Tom’s eldest brother Clyde) penned a weekly cooking column for The Georgetown Law Weekly. It was aimed at busy law students who either didn’t have time to cook or were novices to the kitchen. Allan H. Muchmore explained due to public demand he would release this multi-generational recipe that has been a family secret for as long as anyone could remember. His mother, Joan Muchmore, and now he, prepare Red Velvet Cake for those really special moments. Or, as Allan H. forewarns, a Red Velvet Cake is not merely a dessert, its a festive event. Red Velvet Cake Joan Muchmore, OKC, OK Submitted by son, Allan H. Muchmore, Seattle, WA 1/2 cup vegetable shortening (Crisco) 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 eggs 3 tablespoons cocoa (up to 4 tablespoons=1/4 cup) 1 ounce red food coloring 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups cake flour Pinch of salt (up to 1 teaspoon) 1 1/4 cups buttermilk 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon vinegar (white has lighter taste) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour (Baker’s Spray works well) two 9-inch round cake pans, or equivalent size in other shapes. In a large bowl, cream sugar, shortening, salt and vanilla. If using a mixer, beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes; otherwise, using a fork or wooden spoon, work until all sugar is absorbed into the shortening. At medium speed, add the eggs, one at a time, beating for at least 30 seconds after each addition. In a small bowl, preferably glass, so as not to stain, thoroughly blend cocoa and red food coloring. Pour into egg mixture, mix until just blended. At low speed, add the flour alternately with buttermilk, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Just before pouring the batter into the prepared pans, combine the baking soda and vinegar in a small cup, and stir. The mixture will react and bubble up profusely. Quickly fold this mixture into the cake batter. Do not over mix. Keeping up the pace, pour batter into prepared pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean. Remove cake from oven and completely cool before frosting. Cream Cheese Icing: 8 ounce package cream cheese (room temperature) 1 stick butter ( cup)(room temperature) 1 box powdered sugar (sifted is preferable if beaten by hand) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a small mixing bowl, cream butter, vanilla and cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until creamy. If too thick, add a little milk. Place first cake layer onto serving plate, ice; add second layer and ice the top and carefully ice the sides, filling in and making sure all cake is covered and be careful not to get crumbs into that beautiful white icing. Serve and enjoy! Note: After searching the internet, I found the origin of Red Velvet Cake goes back to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and has frequently been associated with the south where you might have heard of an “Armadillo Cake.” Whatever the name, all are blood-red in color frosted with luscious thick white icing that conceals its secret until that first crimson wedge is served. Send your recipes to: The Neighborhood Chef, c/o The Ponca City News, P.O. Box 191, Ponca City, OK 74602, or e-mail me at: chef@poncacitynews.com (All recipes become property of The Ponca City News.) 59th Wedding AnniversaryMAX AND JANIE BROWN of Ponca City will observe their 59th wedding anniversary Wednesday. They were married July 5, 1941 in Emporia, Kan. Mr. Brown was employed for 36 years with the Santa Fe railroad, retiring in 1977. He is a model railroad buff. The family, including two daughters, will help the couple celebrate. DEATHSForrest Irvin McSmith Forrest Irvin McSmithForrest Irvin “Mac” McSmith, longtime Ponca City resident, died Friday, June 30, 2000, at Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He was 84. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, 2000, at the Trout Funeral Home Chapel with Captain James Chadwick of The Salvation Army officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Cemetery in Kaw City. Forrest Irvin McSmith was born on March 18, 1916, in old Kaw City, the son of Clarence and Amy (Simpson) McSmith. He was reared in Kaw City until his teenage years, when his family moved to Arkansas City, Kan. Shortly after Peal Harbor, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps and served during World War II with distinction. He returned to Ponca City after the end of the war and was employed as a carpenter and cement finisher. He married Thelma Fleharty on Jan. 14, 1956, in Winfield, Kan. They made their home in Ponca City. He retired in 1975. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening, fishing, tennis, woodworking, dancing, and his grandchildren. He was a member of the American Legion and attended the Salvation Army Church. Survivors include his wife Thelma of the home; one son, James Irvin McSmith of Ponca City; four daughters, Katherine Diane Chadwick of Milledgeville, Ga., Beverly Sue Huddleston of Ponca City, Linda Lou Cole of Stillwater, and Joan Marie Word of Oklahoma City; six grandchildren; one great grandchild; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his parents, one brother, and one sister. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 3617 NW 58th, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73112. Kaye BennettFAIRFAX — Kaye Bennett, resident of Fairfax, died Monday, July 3, 2000, in the Fairfax Memorial Hospital. She was 48. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 5, in the Fairfax Cemetery with John Holt, minister of Church of Christ of Fairfax, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home of Fairfax. Kaye Bennett was born June 15, 1952, in Fairfax, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Sroufe) Melton. She attended Fairfax schools. She married Donnie Bennett on Oct. 12, 1971, in Fairfax. They made their home in Ralston and later moved to Fairfax. She had been employed as a clerk in a local grocery store. Survivors include her husband of the home; two daughters Melissa Bacher and Angela Pappan, both of Ponca City; two sons, Donnie Bennett Jr. of Ponca City, and Joe Bennett of the home; her mother of Ponca City; two brothers, Clinton Melton of Ponca City and Charles Melton Jr. of Oklahoma City; maternal grandmother, Ora Melton of Fairfax; six grandchildren; and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her father and brother, Randy Melton. The family will be at the Bennett home to receive friends and family. Charles Kenneth MazeNEWKIRK — Charles Kenneth Maze, Ponca City resident, died early Monday morning, July 3, 2000, in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 92. The funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, July 6, 2000, in Miller-Stahl Funeral Chapel with burial follow in Newkirk Cemetery. Charles Kenneth Maze was born Nov. 19, 1907, in Terlton, the son of Archie John and Minnie (Spears) Maze. He lived in Unca and attended Pleasant Valley school until the 9 grade when the family moved to Newkirk where he graduated in 1925. On March 28, 1932, he married Lida Rose in Oklahoma City. They made their first home in California, and he continued to work in the dry cleaning business. On Dec. 15, 1943, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After the war they moved to a ranch near Pawhuska. The couple lived in Albuquerque N.M., from 1954 to 1960. During this time he was employed by the Department of Labor. In addition to Albuquerque, they lived in Gallop, Grants and Farmington before he retired in 1973. The couple then moved to Ponca City where they have since resided. He attended Eastern Heights Christian Church in Ponca City. He was a member of the American Legion while in Pawhuska, was a charter member of the American Legion Post in Grants, N.M., and also a member of the VFW there. At the time of his death he was a member of VFW Post 1201 in Ponca City. He loved Blue Grass music and traveling. His survivors include his wife of the home; one brother, Elvin Maze of Kingsville, Texas; four sisters, Velma Davidson of Hope, Ala., Dorothy Mills of Ponca City, Irmagene Parks of Odess, Texas, and Betty Hinton of Pasadena, Calif.; and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, Vern, Orville, Clifford and Woodrow, and two sisters, Colleen Agness and Zola Mason. Casket bearers will be Don Long, Dan Gilliam, Lynn Atterbery, John Smith, Kenny Glasgow and Larry Buck. A memorial fund has been established with Hospice of Ponca City. Contributions may be made through Eastman National Bank, Box 468, Newkirk, Okla. 74647-0468. ObituariesRoena Maxine “Copie” CopePonca City resident, died Monday morning, July 3, 2000, at her home. She was 75. The funeral service will be Thursday, 10 a.m. at the Faith Tabernacle Church with the Rev. Don Stanton, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the Byron-Amorita Cemetery, north of Byron. Arrangements are under the direction of the Trout Funeral Home. Born July 21, 1924, at Manchester, she was the daughter of Loyd Virgil and Nora Elsie Puffinbarger Baldock. She attended schools in Byron. On Aug. 5, 1941, she and Glenn A. Cope were married at Anthony, Kan. The couple farmed in the Byron-Amorita area until moving to Ponca City in 1951. Copie began working for Harris Laundry in the early 50s, for the Ponca City Hospital in housekeeping from the 50s to the 60s and later for the Gunn Brothers Stamp Store. All the while she cared for children in her home. She was a member of Faith Tabernacle. She enjoyed shopping for her family and staying on the go. Surviving are a son, L.G. Cope, Ponca City; a daughter, Norene Stanton, Ponca City; Natasha Alexy of Ponca City; Darlene Fry and Lowisa Roehl who were among other children raised in the home; 8 grandchildren, Dawndy Delk, Nevona Davison, Bradley Stanton, Sean Stanton, Kim Troutman, Josh Todd Cope, Jake Todd Cope, and LaTricia Schumacher; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a brother, Bill M. Baldock, of Harrah. She was preceded in death by her husband on May 25, 1999; her parents; 2 brothers, Ervin and George; and a sister, Lavern. Casket bearers will be Larry Burns, Tim Blanton, Jeff Blanton, Steve Stubblefield, Randy Scott, and Gene Cafferty. Honorary bearers will be J.E. Baldwin, Jimmy Baldwin, and Fred Loeser. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 N. Union, Suite103, Ponca City, OK 74601. The family will be at the home 1038 N. Birch. Floyd ReavesFloyd “Buss” Reaves, longtime Ponca City resident, died Saturday, July 1, 2000, at his home. He was 79. The funeral will be held Thursday, July 6, 2000, at 2 p.m. at Osage Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. Leon Grider officiating. Burial will follow at Longwood Cemetery under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. The Veterans of Foreign Wars will provide graveside military rites. Buss was born to Oscar Wallace and Buelah Dell (Lewis) Reaves on Jan. 30, 1921, in Guthrie. When he was very young, he and his family came to Ponca City, and he attended Sunnyside and Jefferson schools. Buss served in the U.S. Army’s 474th Engineering Department during World War II. Following his discharge, he returned to Ponca City to continue working for the city. On March 9, 1946, he married Edna Nellie Dunn in Winfield, Kan. Buss was employed with the city of Ponca City Street Department and served the last 19 years as assistant superintendent. He retired in 1981, after 39 years with the city. He was a member of Osage Heights Baptist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans. He was also a member of the Marland Round-up Club and served as president of the club in 1977. Buss enjoyed fishing, hunting and cooking. He was very talented working with his hands. He handmade belt buckles and hat stretchers out of wood. He also enjoyed leatherworks, making Bible covers, clutch purses, hatbands and beaded belts. Most of the items he made, he gave to his friends and family. He is survived by his wife, Edna Reaves of the home; two daughters, Edna Faye Ball of Tonkawa and Shelley Marie Costello of Ponca City; and one son, Dennis Wayne Reaves and his wife, Diana, of Ponca City. Additional survivors include six grandchildren, Matthew Reaves, Richard Costello, Eric Costello, William Lee Ball, Travis Ball and Meagan Reaves; and two great-grandchildren, Jaden and Rhianna Costello. In addition to his parents, four brothers, Russell, Leo, Kenneth and L.H. Reaves; twin sisters, Launa Hurst and Ulala Ridgeway; a granddaughter, Trica Faye Gulley; and two sons-in-law, William Bill Ball and Norman Wayne Costello, preceded him in death. Casket bearers will be Matthew Reaves, Richard Costello, Eric Costello, William Lee Ball, Casey Badley and Kyle Vincent. Honorary bearers will be Travis Ball, Meagan Reaves, Dallas Costello, Buffy Silks, Jaden Costello and Rhianna Costello. Contributions may be made in his memory to Osage Heights Baptist Church, 3859 Tapp Road, Ponca City, Okla. 74604 or to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, Okla. 74601. paid obituary Services PendingHelen M. FronkierHelen M. Fronkier, Ponca City resident, died Monday, July 3, 2000, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 85. Funeral arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home. FuneralsAnna Mae McCrackenWednesday Anna Mae McCracken — Funeral at 2 p.m. in the chapel of the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Vinita. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery. SPORTSKansans Hold Off PC in Tourney 4 to 2 Kansans Hold Off PC in Tourney 4 to 2ENID — Lawrence, Kan., outhomered Ponca City by a 2-1 margin and that was the difference in 4-2 victory for the Kansans in the Enid American Legion tournament Monday. Jerrod Spears cranked a two-run shot for PC, but it wasn’t enough to offset a pair of two-run homers by Lawrence. Ponca City (17-20) plays Lawrence again this afternoon (3:45 p.m.) in the tourney semifinals. The winner advances to tonight’s finals.
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