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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, July 5, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALFiling Period Begins Monday For City Commission Post Filing Period Begins Monday For City Commission PostBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer The filing period for candidates seeking to run for the unexpired term of city commissioner position No. 4 begins 8 a.m. Monday and will continue until 5 p.m. Wednesday. The position was vacated when city commissioner Tom Leonard was recently elected mayor and the term will expire May 2000. In order to run for city commissioner a person must be a resident of the city of Ponca City. Candidates must file a Declaration of Candidacy with the Kay County Election Board and pay the $ 200 filing fee. In lieu of the fee, candidates may file a supporting petition containing signatures of at least five percent of eligible voters. The Kay County Election Board promises to be a busy place come Monday as those person seeking office for county and state races will also be filing then. The 1998 election includes county assessor, treasurer, district attorney, county commissioner positions No. 1 and No. 3, state representatives district No. 37 and No. 38 as well as state senators district No. 10 and No. 20, 8th district judge and associate district judge. “We are going to be very busy and will have a full staff here to handle all the candidates,” Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Stafford stated. “Most have already picked up their packages so they are ready to file.” The election will be Aug. 25 and if a run-off is necessary, it will be held Sept. 15. Sen. Muegge Announces Candidacy for Re-ElectionSenator Paul Muegge, Chairman of the Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, is announcing his candidacy for re-election to the Senate District 20 seat of the Oklahoma legislature. Since first being elected to the Oklahoma Senate in 1990, Senator Muegge has steadily risen to leadership positions in areas important to the interests of District 20. In addition to being chairman of the important Agriculture Committee, Muegge is vice-chairman of the Energy, Environment and Regulatory Services Committee. His other committee assignments include finance, business and labor, and appropriations. One of the most important bills passed into law during the 1998 legislative session was the comprehensive Senate Bill 1175. Senator Muegge was one of the principle authors of the popularly called “Hog Bill,” and guided the bill through the legislature. He brought the opposing sides together to produce a bill protecting the investments of the industry and the interests of the people of Oklahoma. Governor Keating signed the bill into law and praised it as finding common ground between the needs of the economy and of the environment. “I have always enjoyed the challenge of finding common ground — of bringing people together to solve our common problems. That’s why I’ve chosen to run for re-election,” said the Senator. “I have always tried to live up to my original pledge to listen to constituents and to act in their behalf. It is a joy to be able to work for our common goals. The longer I have been in the legislature, the more I have learned about solving problems. I’ve learned how to be patient and get the system to work for those it is supposed to work for — the average Oklahoman. Drawing on that experience, I can be even more effective in the next four years.” One of the services that Senator Muegge has recently been able to bring to Kay County is the Elder-Care program. The program assesses the needs of elderly members of the community and helps them find the services they need. This program has been available in other Oklahoma communities for some years, but not Kay County. The Senator was able to find funds to offer the services to those in need in his district. At a recent Friday Forum reported in The Ponca City News, Paul Muegge was particularly happy about the level of funding passed for education this year. He said “We have to recognize how important education is to our state and the development of our economy.” Muegge agrees with economist Mark M. Zandi, who spoke recently at the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Economic Outlook Conference. Zandi said that Oklahoma should invest in its infrastructure and in training and educating its population, “...and once the pool of labor is deeper here you’ll begin to attach more high-tech industry.” Muegge added, “And it’s those clean, high-tech industries we need to attract. That’s what the people of Ponca City want. That’s just what they said in their vision document published by Ponca City Tomorrow. It all works together.” Senator Muegge has maintained a strong emphasis in planning for and stimulating future growth during his time in the legislature. Believing that one must look forward and plan for the future to be successful, he has helped put into place the framework for dealing with current and future growth. On the national level he is a member of the Agriculture and International Trade Committee of the National Conference of State Legislatures, where he has worked on policies and issues relating to the I-35 trade corridor from Mexico to Chicago. Speaking recently at a luncheon at Northern Oklahoma College, where retired Ponca City Representative Jim Holt was honored, Senator Muegge addressed the opportunities for Oklahoma agriculture brought about by NAFTA and the General Agreements on Trade and Tariffs. Muegge reported, “We have put together the North American Superhighway Coalition with members from Texas, Kansas and Iowa, and passed legislation for initial funding. This investment in the future will pay big dividends for Oklahoma.” One of the pieces of legislation that Senator Muegge takes great pride in was one he sponsored to help a new, small Oklahoma manufacturer. Senate Bill 1009 allows an alternative safety devise to be used in place of safety chains on trailers in Oklahoma. “This devise is much safer than chains, and it is manufactured right here in Oklahoma. But it was not legal here,” said Muegge. So he sponsored the bill and the Governor signed it into law, paving the way for the expansion of another home grown industry. Maintaining a balance between all the competing needs of our advanced and complicated society has always been a priority for the Senator. A balance between the needs of business and the needs of individuals. A balance between the needs of infrastructure and services for citizens, and the need for tax relief for those same citizens. Paul Muegge has tried to maintain that balance. As reported recently in the News, he is proud of the several tax cuts he helped pass in the legislative session just ending. Dealing with the legislative issues of a complicated economy have come naturally to this Agricultural Economics graduate of Oklahoma State University. Paul and his wife Nancy live in Tonkawa where she is a child care provider. He continues to work the farm in Grant County with his sons, Shawn and Tim, which he has farmed his entire life. A third son, Jeff, lives in Perry, where he and his wife are currently expecting Paul and Nancy’s first grandson. Their daughter Amy took the family’s emphasis on education to the next logical step and is a teacher in El Reno. Senator Muegge closed his announcement by saying, “I look forward to meeting with the citizens of District 20 during this campaign season. I invite you to meet with me. Tell me what you want to see accomplished. Tell me your concerns. I will continue to keep my door open to everyone. I work for you, the citizens of Senate District 20.” 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 Christmas in July, Pioneer Swim Beach, activities include swimming, moon walk, sand castle building contest, suntan contest and miscellaneous games starting at 2 p.m., Bill Brown’s Oklahoma Jubilee from 6-8 p.m., Lighted Boat Flotilla and fireworks display, at dark. ALANO Group Open Discussion meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Monday Pioneer Christian Crusaders Motorcycle Association, 6 p.m., Conestoga at I-35 and U.S. 60 west of Tonkawa, more information from 765-3164. ALANO Group 12 X 12 meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Tuesday Planning Commission, 7 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. ALANO Group Beginner’s meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Wednesday Cultural Affairs Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sun Room, 1000 East Grand Avenue. Business Advisory Council Invitation to Employers Meeting on “How To Cut Costs on Worker’s Compensation, lunch 11:30 a.m., meeting at noon, Pizza Hut, 2301 North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City, call 580-765-3372 to reserve a seat. 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. Musical and Lecture “American Indigenous Classical Music Jazz,” 7:30 p.m., Pioneer Drive-In Bank, artist/lecturer, Marvin “Doc” Holladay of New Conception Music Service, Mt. Pleasant, S.C. ALANO Group Big Book meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Thursday Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., 201 East Broadway Avenue. 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. 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 RSVP Volunteers Crazy Days Sellebration, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 110 North Fourth Street, all proceeds to RSVP rent fund. United Ostomy Association, Stillwater-Ponca City Chapter, picnic in the park (brunch), 10 a.m., Pioneer Park. 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 Free Blood Pressure Checks, 9 a.m.-11 a.m., RSVP Office, 110 North Fourth Street, refreshments, music and fun. 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 24 Roy Clark, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, corporate sponsors Boettcher, Ryan and Martin and Unite Supermarket, tickets at Poncan, all seats reserved, $15, $20, $25, 765-0943. 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 26 Friends of the Cultural Center Museum Foundation Inc. Membership Drive Ice Cream Social, 2-4 p.m., Cultural Center Grounds, 1000 East Grand Avenue. 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 8 Pioneer Water Garden Society second annual pond tour, more information Ray Moreland 762-7806. 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. Family Council, 7 p.m., Highland Nursing Home, 1401 West Highland Avenue. August 18 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. August 19 Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center, Sun Room, 2000 East Grand Avenue. ProTeens Provides Safe Place For Gathering of Friends, PeersEditor’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. Thanks to a group of caring parents, ProTeens was founded to give local teenagers a safe place to gather with friends and peers. The non-profit agency opened Grand Central Station at the corner of Fifth Street and Central Avenue in 1983, offering supervised programs for teens. ProTeens equipped the center with three pool tables, table tennis, air hockey, two foozball games, two large screen televisions, a VCR, super nintendo, Nintendo 64, sega and a stereo system. After school, teens can enjoy games, music, movies and fellowship until parents are off work. Computers and typewriters are also available to help with homework assignments. A snack bar offers pizza, french fries, burritos, popcorn, candy and soft drinks. Knowing how fast allowance can disappear, ProTeens has a work program where teens can earn a snack, drink and/or an activity pass by performing odd jobs at the center. In addition to programs, workshops are offered each month. Guest speakers or demonstrators hold sessions covering topics such as fitness, cuisine, dance, arts and crafts, calligraphy, wildlife and stamp collecting. After school sessions are open to junior high teens only. No high school students are allowed to attend activities scheduled for the younger people. Additionally, on Friday nights, mid-high and middle school students can attend disk jockey night. During high school football season, the center opens after the Po-Hi games. A closed-door policy is in effect during these activity nights, meaning that no student can leave the center until the end of the evening unless personally picked up at the door by a parent or guardian. On Saturday nights, Grand Central Station is open for senior high students. This group has an open door policy, meaning they can leave and return during an activity. Furthermore, GCS can be used for youth groups, meetings and parties. A calendar of scheduled activities is posted on the window near the front door. ProTeens is supported by a booster club and United Way of Ponca City. Also, the agency sponsors an annual chocolate festival, held in conjunction with the Iris Festival. All parents are invited to chaperone an evening during the school year. Depending on the activity, six to eight adults are needed to supervise along with security officers, a board member and the center’s manager. 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 Care Services, Helpline Inc., Hospice of Ponca City, New Emergency Resource Agency, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Salvation Army and YMCA. Change of Command Set For 45th Infantry BrigadePAWNEE — The sounds of an 11-gun howitzer salute and military parade will echo over Pawnee, Okla. on July 11. The events trigger the change of command for the 45th Infantry Brigade (Enhanced), Oklahoma Army National Guard. Gen. Bradley D. Gambill will turn over command of the brigade to Gen. Jerry Grizzle. Gen. Brad Gambill enlisted in the Oklahoma Army National Guard upon graduating from Pawnee High School in 1958. He was commissioned in 1962 and has over 35 years of commissioned service. He has served in various command and staff positions. B.G. Gambill holds a degree from Oklahoma State University, Masters in Regional Planning from the University of Oklahoma. Gambill is currently the Director of Utilities for the City of Norman supervising over 160 employees. “In reflection of my last position as commander, the 45th Infantry Brigade has accomplished a great degree of readiness to meet federal missions. The brigade currently has a strength of 103 percent. I have a great feeling of accomplishment in working with Lt. Gen. Joe Kinzer, commander of 5th Army and Maj. Gen. Kevin Brynes, commander of the 1st Cavalry Division in achieving readiness goals. All of this could not have been accomplished without the support and assistance of Maj. Gen. Stephen Cortright, Adjutant General of Oklahoma. Gen. Grizzle has the challenge of keeping the learning curve at a steep incline,” said Gambill. The 45th Infantry Brigade has units located throughout the state: Ada, Allen, Alva, Bartlesville, Blackwell, Bristow, Chandler, Cherokee, Claremore, Durant, Edmond, El Reno, Guthrie, Hartshorne, Holdenville, Hominy, Idabel, Kingfisher, McAlester Miami, Minco, Norman, Nowata, Oklahoma City, Pauls Valley, Pawhuska, Perry, Ponca City, Poteau, Sallisaw, Sapulpa, Seminole, Shawnee, Stillwater, Tonkawa, Tulsa, Vinita, Watonga, Woodward. The brigade currently has over 3,600 soldiers serving in Oklahoma. Gen. Gambill’s family includes his wife Janet, Director of Middle Earth Child Care in Norman and two children, James Bradley and Kathryn. James is completing a Ph.D. at OSU and Kathryn is completing a Master’s Degree at New Mexico State. Gen. Gambill will assume the position of Assistant AG, Army, for the Oklahoma Army National Guard. He replaces Gen. Jim Morford who will become the Deputy STARC Commander. Gen. Jerry Grizzle will assume command of the 45th Infantry Brigade. He is a native Oklahoman who graduated from Nathan Hale High School in Tulsa. He holds a BS from Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Masters Degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and is completing his Doctorate Degree in Marketing from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. He began his career with the Oklahoma Army National Guard in 1971. Gen. Grizzle has served in many staff and command positions since his federal commission. He is the chairman and president and chief executive officer of CD Warehouse, a NASDAQ listed company. His family includes his wife Shawn, and two children Brittany and Matthew. “I am looking forward to taking command of the brigade,” Grizzle said. “The unit has a proud history of service to the state and nation and Gen. Gambill has had a very positive influence on the Brigade’s current readiness which is one of the best in the Nation.” The 4th ID Band will play host to a concert at noon in the Courthouse Square in Pawnee. The ceremony and military parade will begin at 1 p.m. A reception, open to the public, will follow the change of command ceremony at the First National Bank, second floor, Pawnee. Book Review: Treatment of Memory Problems Mission of ‘Stop Memory Loss’By Marge Decker News Staff Writer “Wake up and smell the roses” — a saying with hidden benefits is a focal point of “Stop Memory Loss” written by William Cone, Ph.D. A licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping people with memory problems, Dr. Cone specializes in treatment of memory problems in people over 40. As he explains, “It is my mission to prevent the upcoming memory-loss epidemic. ‘Stop Memory Loss’ shows people how to recognize and repair the most common causes of forgetting. In this book readers will find a wealth of information about how specific vitamins, herbs, nutrients, drugs and lifestyle changes can improve memory, and prevent or reverse memory loss.” Dr. Cone talks about the many types of memory, and how these various types of memory are different in the way they work. He points out our eyes, ears, and other receptors take in data from the outside world and store it in ways we are just now beginning to understand. He points out that pleasant odors, such as cinnamon and oranges, elicit positive childhood memories in us, and we use these memory smells to soothe ourselves when we are “down.” Likewise, other smells cause us anxiety and pain, and even bring back unhappy childhood memories. He writes that auditory memory is the memory for sounds enabling us to recognize a friend’s voice, a dog barking, etc. A majority of folks prefer visual memory, explaining why television is more popular than radio. Dr. Cone points out just how something becomes a memory, telling us “all memory begins with stimuli, sources of information that are new to the mind.,” and that brings us to the nervous system.. It’s all fascinating as the writer leads the reader through stimulus filters and the orienting response — an automatic mechanism that tells us what to pay attention to at any given moment. He discusses short term memory, long term memory, retrieval and recollection and flashbulb memory, and points out that emotions affect memory. “Although emotion does help us remember, research has shown us that regardless of how strongly we feel about a memory, it may be completely incorrect,” Dr. Cone writes. The writer does assure us that although everybody worries about their memory and getting older, actually, memory doesn’t get significantly worse with age — it’s always bad. Even kids have bad memories — remember, they lose everything, forget their homework, their jackets, forget what you tell them, forget their chores, forget everything. The point is, as we get older, we just notice that our memory is bad. “Actually, the human mind is a forgetting machine.” Dr. Cone assures his readers. The writer stresses that the mind does filtering, too. Can you imagine what it would be like to remember everything — every disappointment, every loss? Worry and stress are also factors in memory loss. You can reduce worries by writing them down, figure out which ones you have the power to change, face these challenges, let go of the worries you can’t change and then set aside 15 to 30 minutes of “worry time,” and be done with it. Dr. Cone discusses brain function and blood flow as it pertains to memory, the effects of black tea and the possibility of stroke, coffee and cholesterol, chelation therapy, blood pressure, hormones and medications and memory, neurotoxins and memory and drugs that aid memory. There is a helpful glossary included in the back of the book. Dr. Cone clarifies his position in writing this book by explaining he is not a medical doctor nor a nutritionist. He is presenting his ideas and information, and insisting that they do not replace professional medical care or guidance. He insists none of the supplements, herbs, vitamins, or medications should be taken or discontinued without first consulting a competent professional. It is interesting and informative reading and well worth the time — won’t hurt to know what to expect — especially when you “hit forty”, and for those of us who are “over the hill”, maybe we can glean some help in dealing with the problems — can’t hurt! Ponca Tribal Students Attend Youth Environmental WorkshopTwenty-five Ponca Tribal students, from grades 7 through 12, attended the Youth Environmental Workshop and Science Camp from June 8-11. The camp was developed by the Ponca Tribe and co-sponsored by Conoco and the Native American Biological Sciences from Oklahoma State University. Professionals from diverse backgrounds and interest presented the students with a broad range of environmental management, science and academic disciplines. Presenters came from area Indian tribes, Federal EPA programs, Oklahoma State University, National Park Service, and the Conoco Environmental Division to show and discuss their specific occupational accomplishments and challenges. The idea for this science camp was conceived by the Ponca Tribe’s Higher Education Coordinator, Jeff Lieb, who asked Ross Ostenberg, Director of Conoco’s MCBU Environmental Division for assistance. Lieb also requested and received assistance from Myra Alexander-Starr, Native American Biological Science (NABS) and Dr. Ted Mills, Environmental Education, both of OSU. Many Ponca Tribal programs also provided a lot of assistance for this seminar, including Jobs Training Partnership Act (JTPA) and environmental programs. The first day of the seminar was filled with demonstrations from area tribal environmental professionals including the Cherokee, Kaw and Pawnee Tribes, and EPA Regional Office professionals from Dallas. The students were educated in tribal environmental responsibilities as they relate to tribal, state and national land use practices. The kids spent the second day at OSU and were presented with relevant natural science and biological demonstrations, more specifically how these fields relate to environmental management. Professionals and teachers demonstrated unique environmental management and educational tools that aid today’s environmental professionals in their line of work. On day three, the students learned about Conoco’s environmental systems, as well as related career options. The day at Conoco was spent in the refinery with six environmental professionals. The students were given tours of key areas that focus on waste water, land treatment, air emissions and groundwater issues. Conoco environmental employees designed experiments for the students to help illustrate the processes and provide a hands-on learning experience. On day four, the kids completed a walking tour of the Tall Grass Prairie Preserve in Pawhuska and were given demonstrations from Park Service personnel. The seminar concluded with an onsite Underground Injection Control presentation, and how the Osage Tribe protects groundwater from salt intrusion from above-ground oil production practices. “The Ponca Tribe’s goal is to show the kids what career options are available in the environmental field,” Ostenberg stated. “Because of its cultural beliefs and historic ties to the land, the tribe has an extremely high value for environmental issues and awareness.” “Conoco, as a neighbor, has been working to build stronger relationships with some of the area Indian tribes,” he continued. “As the Poncas begin focusing more on environmental issues, we are partnering with them. This first-ever youth seminar is an example of that partnership.” Lieb also applauded the success of the seminar. “I’d like to thank Conoco, OSU NABS, and environmental education programs for making our first-ever science camp a complete success. Many personnel from these organizations put forth a lot of time and effort to help our children gain an interest in environmental sciences. We hope this project will help get our kids focused on environmental management as a good career option. We also hope to use this project as a model for developing more programs to assist our children in their educational endeavors.” Lieb concluded by saying, “The presenters did a good job and kept our children interested. The children seem to gain a renewed interest in the science field from all the hands-on experiences.” Daughter of Famed Western-Swing Legend To Autograph Book HereWhen some people hurt, they write. So was the case with Rosetta Wills. Rosetta Wills, daughter of the famed western-swing legend Bob Wills, lost a son when he was only 26 years of age. The hole it left was enormous and, as a catharsis, she began to write. She began to write about that which she knew little of — her father, the man who originated a whole new genre in music called western swing. What transpired, after many hours of reading and research and watching video tapes, was the book “The King of Western Swing: Bob Wills Remembered,” a poignant and “real” account of the man. Rosetta Wills will be at Hastings Entertainment from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Friday to autograph her book. Why, one asks, does the daughter have to do so much research on her own father? Because her parents divorced when she was 11 months old (her mother was his third wife) and she virtually grew up not knowing her legendary father. In this age of scalding tell-all accounts of parents, she chose not to denigrate her father and the lifestyle he chose. “I did not want to write any kind of a ‘Daddy Dearest’ thing,” she says. “I wanted it to be real, but I did not want to be vindictive. He never personally, one on one, made me feel bad.” That does not mean that her relationship with her father was a good or close one. She does not remember much about her father in her early years because, after her parents divorced, her father left Oklahoma for California and she grew up in Pawhuska. She said she didn’t see him again until he moved back to Oklahoma when she was 10 years old. At that time, her grandmother drove Rosetta to a dance where her father was playing. Upon seeing his car the grandmother sent her to meet him. “Okay, Rosie, there he is,” her grandmother said. “You just run over there and tell him who you are.” A scared, skinny little girl, who dared not go against her grandmother, slowly approached the car and said “Hi, I’m Rosetta Wills.” After that, she only saw him sporadically, mostly when he was in town or in the hospital. Moreover, his fifth wife did not want Wills to have anything to do with Rosetta or her half-sister, Robbie Jo, Wills’ daughter by his first marriage. She writes of the man more than the father. She tells of the love more than the pain. She takes us through her journey to know the person, Bob Wills, behind the legend. Rosetta uses diaries and journal entries and excerpts from letters to glean information and snippets of the man. She also interviews family and friends and fellow musicians. She incorporates rare photographs, some not seen before publicly and some pulled out of old scrapbooks, to show a more human side of the man. She explores the consequences of being the daughter of Bob Wills and what he meant not only to his family and friends but to the world of music. When famous people, who she has heard of all her life, exclaim “So you are Bob Wills’ daughter. He was my hero,” she knows there is something special about the man. “I think when you’re living something, you don’t think of it as being important,” she says. “O.W. Mayo (Wills’ longtime business manager) told me the same thing. Back when I was growing up, I thought, ‘Oh, he just plays in a band. He plays at the Cain’s Ballroom. What’s the big deal.’ Then at some point you start realizing that he was the first in so many ways, and you begin to know that he knew what he was doing. He had something inside of him that had to come out — and it had to come out his way.” Although “The King of Western Swing: Bob Wills Remembered” is a biography, she is more comfortable calling it a memoir because “... I didn’t set out to write a biography. I just set out to tell a story. It is my story, and it’s his story. Together.” Rosetta Wills will be at Hastings Entertainment 3:30-5:30 p.m. Friday, to autograph her book. Hastings is located at 2900 North Fourteenth Street. Ponca City American Kids Win Spots for National Finals EventTAHLEQUAH — American Kids Talent Search held its state final competition June 17-20 in the Center for Performing Arts Theatre at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah. Children three years through high school seniors competed from all over Oklahoma and the four-day event consisted of over 440 acts. Several Ponca City American Kids members scored high and qualified for national finals competition to be held in Branson, Mo., July 20-23. Five-year-old Caley Reid placed third in her age and talent division of Character Vocal, and first place in her division of Gospel. Caley competes in the five and under division and is the daughter of Bobby and Tonya Reid. She will be competing in Branson in the national finals. Kevin Goldman, 17, competed in four events this year, placing third in Serious Vocal. He secured first place overall in General Variety also, performing a guitar/vocal song of his own composition. All acts qualified for the final level. Plenty of Tap from the Inciardi School of Dance placed first in the 9 to 11 Tap Dance category. They will go on to compete in the finals in Branson, Mo. Dancers were Amanda Moore, Savanah Morin, Maddie McDaniel, Kristyn Pickering, Daniel Quinn, Blair Turney, Julie Wheeler, and Amanda White. Toyland from the Inciardi School of Dance won overall production category and a cash award. The group will be competing in the finals in Branson later this month. Toyland participants were Alicia Allen, Melissa Arambula, Mandy Bacher, Kymberly Buie, Whitney Bunch, Kara Hardy, Meg McDaniel, Elisa Massey, Robin Maril, Errin Rutherford, Mary Powell, and Beth Powell as toy soldiers; Kaitlyn Amos, Melissa Bacher, Michaela Cavener, Abby Fruits, Paula Krueger, Anna Neises, Mari Phillips and Somer Patterson as tumbling teddy bears; Kari Taylor, Jessica Hisey, Lacey Allen, and Maddie McDaniel as garland dancers; Casey Cashon, Hillary Harpster, Sarah Holmes, Tatum Turney, Ashley Payne, Mariah Alexander, Tessa Long, and MacKenzie McDaniel as fairies; Eric Chambray (royal leader); Zachary Mauk (cowboy); Melissa Bacher (little girl); Melissa Arambula (Spanish dancer); Errin Rutherford (ballet doll), and Mandy Bacher (clown). Super Kids won second place in the 6 to 8 Jazz Dance category. Melissa Bacher, Casey Cashon, and Hillary Harpster together make up the Super Kids. They will be competing in national finals competition also. Errin Rutherford placed fourth in the 12-14 and her score qualified her for the national finals in Branson. She competed in Jazz Dance category. The American Kids national finals will be July 20-23 on stage in the Opera House in the Silver Dollar City Park. This year the top five country vocal winners will be special guests and appear at the Country Tonight Theater in Branson. Other acts of the competition will be asked to perform with the American Kids show performing at the Gazebo stage the following week. Judges confirmed to date include Tim James of McJames Management of Nashville and Jimmie Baker with JP Productions and Disney and a 30-year producer for ABC. Fox will be filming national finals with three cameras. Hospice Golf Tourney Honors Former PatientHospice of Ponca City will host its annual Golf Tournament on Friday, July 17th at Lew Wentz Memorial Golf Course. This year’s tournament will celebrate the life of former Hospice patient, John D. Fox. Mr. Fox was born in Ponca City and was the oldest of three children and brother of Claudia Barnes of Ponca City, and Gwen Coatney of Tecumseh, Okla. He had five children, Mark Fox, Robin Sattre, Jamie Ford, Sarah Goodbear, all of Ponca City, and Scarlett Ford Marchman of Chicago, and two grandchildren, Mindy and Krystal Sattre of Ponca City. Paul Krueger, long-time friend and pastor of Woodlands Christian Church, remembers him as an obstinate, strong minded, story weaver, constant teaser and playful giant. “John and Lynda were the first people we met when we moved to Ponca City. John was in real estate at the time and helped us find a home. He was always there to help,” says Krueger. John served many positions within the church and became known as Mr. Woodlands. No task was too big or too small, whatever needed to be done he did it. Pastor Krueger recalls a conversation with one of his church members — “You help so many people and you’re always there for us. When you need help who do you turn to?” His answer ... “John Fox.” Mr. Fox was known most for his kindness to others. His wife, Lynda, explains, “He was a real people person. He helped so many. If they needed a ride somewhere, John was there. If they needed food, he’d give them food. If they needed money he’d give them money. Whatever they needed ... it was just that simple. And he didn’t need to be thanked or publicity recognized, he’d just do it and move right on, he never expected anything in return.” John loved to fish, read, swim, cook, go to the movies, be outdoors, travel, work in his woodshop, go boating, work on projects around the house, help others and his church and was comfortable with who he was and spending time alone. Every year he dressed up as Santa, gathered the children around him, and one by one he would listen to their dreams and wishes. Outwardly intimidating to others by his strong giant-like stature, the children were able to see the real person and enjoyed the teasing and spirited side of John Fox. It wasn’t a role he played. It was who he was. Even as his health began to fail, Mr. Fox spent his days with the things he loved most and he was determined to get the most out of every day. He would tinker around the house and try to persuade others to take him to the woodshop to put final touches on projects. When asked what John would want to be remembered for, Lynda said, “He would want to be remembered for his acceptance and love for people. He really had an exceptional ability to accept people where they were, not pass judgment, just accepting them for who they were.” Lynda felt like the care Hospice provided enabled her husband to sit on the patio every morning and enjoy the natural surroundings of their home. “An individual becomes a hospice patient because he is dying. We are all dying, yet we may not be aware of the imminence of our demise. I wanted to take control and just ‘fix it’. Fixing it for the hospice patient means accepting it and making the best it can be for someone you love. Hospice guides you through that. You feel as if your family is the only family they are serving. I would best describe the Hospice staff as I describe my family and friends, I love them.” For more information about playing in the John Fox Memorial Tournament, or sponsoring a hole, please contact Hospice of Ponca City at 762-9102. Brown Bag Lunch Program TuesdaySingers/songwriters Gary Gackstatter and Tim Durham will bring “A Taste of Americana” to the third in Pioneer Bank and Trust’s Brown Bag Lunch series. The program will be held Tuesday noon to 1 p.m. at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse, 1500 South Fourth Street. Gackstatter and Durham, as the duo is called, plays music based on life ranging from “How Do You Escape the Sadness,” depicting the desperation suffered at the loss of a loved one, to “The Renters from @%#*,” written as therapeutic release from the experience of landlordship. Gackstatter plays the acoustic guitar, percussion, keyboard and fretless bass when performing acoustic music, but the trombone when substituting with the Wichita Brass Quintet. In addition, he is director of the Arkansas City Community Band and The Winfield Regional Symphony and is director of instrumental music at Cowley County Community College in Arkansas City. He has won the annual songwriting competition in the Walnut Valley Festival for four years. Gackstatter arranged the new state march for Kansas, “Here’s Kansas,” and, as an artist, penned a series of drawings titled “Stone Bridges of Cowley County.” Durham plays the mandolin, piano and acoustic guitar in addition to lending sweet vocal harmonies. His songs are straight from the heart. Regarding his song, “Goodbye,” Durham said, “Part of life is having to say goodbye to one set of circumstances and allow the door to open for a new reality. This hope is what makes some goodbyes not so bad.” The current series of lunch programs will run through the end of July and will feature a number of performers for music lovers of all ages. 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. 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 — Chili and cheese hot dogs or peanut butter and jam sandwich, tater tots, peas, raisins, M&M cookies, orange juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken nuggets with hot roll or peanut butter and jam sandwich, mashed potatoes and gravy, broccoli salad, Jello, banana, orange juice and milk. Wednesday — Beef tacos or peanut butter and jam sandwich, lettuce, tomato, onion and cheese, mexican rice, refried beans, raisins, wacky cake, orange juice and milk. Thursday — Cheeseburger on a bun or peanut butter and jam sandwich, french fries, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle, watermelon, snickerdoodle, raisins, orange juice and milk. Friday — Pizza or peanut butter and jam sandwich, green salad, corn, spiced apples, raisins, orange juice and milk. Humane Society Sets 2nd Annual Pet Photo EventThe Second Annual Pet Photo contest will be held by the Ponca City Humane Society beginning July 13 and running until August 28. Those interested in entering their pet should submit a 4 x 6 inch maximum-sized non-returnable picture with the name of the pet, and the owner’s name, address and telephone number printed on the back of the picture. A $5 entry fee per picture is also required at time of entry. Entries will be judged on composition, photographic quality, and originality. No professional photos will be accepted. The judges’ decisions are final and photos cannot be returned. Contest judging will be held Saturday, September 5 and the winners will be notified by phone. Three types of prizes will be awarded. The grand prize is a $100 savings bond. Five copies of “Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul” will be given to the runners up. Additionally, five Ponca City Humane Trail of Tails T-shirts will be awarded by random drawing. Mail entries to the Ponca City Humane Society, P.O. Box 2311, Ponca City, OK 74601. For additional information, call the shelter at 767-8877. Planning Panel To Study Future Fifth Street UsePonca City Planning Commission will be studying existing and future land uses along Fifth Street extension between Young Avenue and Prospect Street in the near future. At the 7:30 p.m., Tuesday meeting at the Public Safety Center a request will be made to appoint a subcommittee of the planning body to study that area. The recommendations of this subcommittee are to be taken into consideration when the Planning Commission considers whether the Ponca City Master Plan should be amended to allow uses other than single family residential in this area. In other business an application has been made by Kumsu Yang for a rural water meter. Under staff report, Larry Lawhon, City Planner is expected to present a summary of items sent to the City Commission by the Planning Commission; a report on the HP-1 Historical Preservation District and an item regarding Foursquare Gospel Church. Also listed on the agenda is the updating of zoning ordinance revisions. Ponca Tribal Leaders Look For Flexibility In an effort to meet the needs of the Tribal and community members, the Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma is in the planning phase of researching the effects self-governance would have on the Tribal population. The primary objective of self-governance is to provide the maximum flexibility to Tribal governments to design programs, activities and services to address Tribal priorities and respond to local concerns. A community meeting will be held July 11 at 10 a.m. at the Ponca Tribal Affairs Building to gather input from tribal members as to their need for quality health care services. All tribal members are invited and encouraged to attend. Lunch will be served following the meeting. Door prizes will also be given away. DEATHSDolores Weaver Embry Dolores Weaver EmbryWord has been received here of the death of former Ponca Citian Dolores Weaver Embry, who died at her home in Albuquerque, N.M., on July 2, 1998 following a short illness. She was 82. Memorial services are pending for Mrs. Embry. Dolores Weaver Embry was born Sept. 24, 1915, in Cushing, Okla., the daughter of Omer S. and Chloe Edith (Green) Carrington. The family moved to Ponca City in 1930, and Dolores attended Ponca City schools, graduating from Ponca City High School in 1933. She later attended Northern Oklahoma Junior College in Tonkawa. She worked as an usherette in the Poncan Theatre following graduation, and later worked in the control lab at Continental Oil Company during World War II. She and Louis Ernest Weaver were married in 1938. Weaver worked for Cities Service Oil Co., and they made their home in Ponca City. He died in 1954. In 1956 she married Hugh Embry and moved to Blackwell where the couple owned and operated the Embry Hatchery. In 1963 they purchased the Country Club Motel in Albuquerque, and operated it until 1973, when they retired. Embry died in 1994. Mrs. Embry is survived by three daughters, Marcilee Custer of Albuquerque, Gayle Dalton and Milli Embry Sanchez, both of Huntington Beach, Calif.; seven grandsons, three granddaughters; a brother, Eldon Carrington of Talihina, Okla.; one sister, Evelyn Culwell and a brother-in-law, Wallace Weaver, both of Ponca City. Opal P. GraysonOpal P. Grayson, longtime resident of Ponca City, died Thursday, July 2, 1998 at the Tender Heart Nursing Home. She was 86. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, July 6, 1998 at the Odd Fellows Cemetery with the Rev. John Garnica Sr., pastor, Trinity Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. Opal Grayson was born April 2, 1912 in Guide Rock, Neb., the daughter of Fred and Effie (West) Whitmore. She came to Ponca City in 1927. She was married to John Rorabaugh in 1929 and he preceded her in death in 1958. On July 25, 1961 she was married to Alva Grayson in Ponca City. He preceded her in death in 1984. Mrs. Grayson was employed for a number of years at Mid-American and Roberts Manufacturing until 1961. She later worked as a private duty nurse. She was a member of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene. Surviving are a brother, Oliver Whitmore of Nashville, Ark.; one sister, Melvina Pruett of Ponca City and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Oma Morgan, and four brothers, Otto, Otho, Olin and Orie Whitmore. Friends may call at the funeral home until noon Monday. Neal Douglas MolloyNeal Douglas Molloy, former Ponca Citian, died Monday, June 22, 1998 at 11:30 a.m. at his residence in Maringouin, La. He was 77. The funeral service was held Thursday, June 25, 1998 at the First Baptist Church, Maringouin, La. with the Rev. James Womack conducting. Burial followed in Rosedale Cemetery, Rosedale, La. under direction of Niland’s Funeral Home, New Roads, La. Neal Douglas Molloy was a 1938 graduate of Ponca City High School, later graduating from the University of Oklahoma with a law degree before moving to Louisiana to make his home. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and a member of the First Baptist Church in Maringouin, La. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joyce Landry Molloy; one daughter, Molly Ellen Molloy of Las Cruces, N.M.; a son, Neal Douglas Molloy Jr., Mukilten, Wash, and two grandchildren. Also surviving is a cousin, Gerald Livingston of Ponca City. ObituariesDorothy Allen EstradaDorothy Allen Estrada, Ponca City resident, died Thursday, July 2, 1998 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 68. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 6, 1998 at the Faith Tabernacle Church, with the Rev. Don Stanton, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the Longwood Cemetery under direction of Trout Funeral Home. Born March 27, 1930 in Duffau, Texas, Dorothy was the daughter of James and Mae (Roberson) Higginbotham. On Dec. 8, 1990 she was married to Jesus (Chuy) R. Estrada. The couple moved to Ponca City in May 1991. She was an active member of the Faith Tabernacle Church, and enjoyed praying for and helping others. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Hazel Smith and one brother, Cecil Higginbotham. Survivors include her husband Jesus (Chuy) of the home; one daughter, Peggy Brown and her husband, James of Midland, Texas; one son, Bryan Allen and his wife, Karen of Midland, Texas; one brother, Garland Higginbotham and his wife, Martha of Ely, Nev., one sister, Dee Miller and her husband, Jay of Ponca City; three stepsons, Mr. and Mrs. Sean Estrada of Arkansas City, Kan., Travis Estrada of Winfield, Kan., and J.J. Estrada of Osage City, Kan., and seven grandchildren, Tiffany, Tyler, Hillary, Andrew, Camden, Brittany and Kelsey. Casket bearers will be Mike Riggs, Glen Witteman, Jeff Craig, James Thurber, Dean Stolhand and Tim Daniels. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 N. Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601 or to the St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-1905. The family will be at the home, 300 South Tenth. paid obituary Services PendingEdna KleinmannEdna Kleinmann died Saturday morning, July 4, 1998 at her home, 927 North Second. Survivors include her husband, Wade K. Kleinmann of the home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home, and will be announced later. FuneralsMonday Gary Roland DarstGraveside service at 10 a.m. in Resthaven Memorial Park with the Rev. Leland Petersen, associate pastor, Woodlands Christian Church, officiating. Burial under direction of Trout Funeral Home. NEWS BRIEFSParade Entries — United Way of Ponca City is looking for groups and individuals to join the annual parade and kickoff celebration scheduled downtown September 12. Awards will be given for the best decorated float, best decorated wheeled entries, i.e., carts, bikes, skateboards. Also, 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. Free Concert — “Doc” Holliday presentation will be 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Pioneer Drive-in Bank meeting room. This is a unique blend of music and teachings of religion with a jazz background. He relates his history and the history of the jazz form in spiritual dimensions. The public is invited at no cost and refreshments will be served. For more information call 765-3178 or 762-4181. Football Meeting Set — A football team meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Fieldhouse at Ponca City High School. All 10th to 12th graders interested in playing football are invited to attend this general meeting, according to Todd Kimrey, new Po-Hi football coach. Vehicle Burglarized — A person in the 400 block of South Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:23 a.m. Friday that his vehicle had been burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Minor Accident — The Communications Center received a report at 11:48 a.m. Friday that a minor accident had occurred in a parking lot in the 3000 block of North Fourteenth Street. An officer of the Ponca City Police Department was assigned and a report was taken. Vehicle Towed — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 1:12 p.m. Friday that a two-vehicle accident had occurred at the intersection of South Oak Street and West Oklahoma Avenue. An officer of the Ponca City Police Department was assigned and a report was taken. One vehicle was towed from the scene. Vehicles Towed — The Ponca City Police Department received a report at 1:26 p.m. Friday that a two-vehicle accident had occurred in the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken that two vehicles were towed from the scene. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and East Prospect Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 2:14 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Residence Burglarized — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 4:07 p.m. Friday from a woman in the 500 block of West Cleveland Avenue that her residence had been burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Vehicle Burglarized — A woman from the 1300 block of North Pine Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 4:47 p.m. Friday that her vehicle had been burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Shoplifter — An employee of Wal-Mart reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 4:51 p.m. Friday that an adult shoplifter was in custody. An officer was assigned and a 58-year-old woman was held for petit larceny. Accident — The Ponca City Police Department received a report at 5:14 p.m. Friday that a two-vehicle accident had occurred in the parking lot of a business in the 900 block of South Fourth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Gas Drive-Off — A clerk at Triple T in the 200 block of West Hartford Avenue reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 5:30 p.m. Friday that a subject had driven west on Hartford without paying for $7.65 worth of gas. The information was logged. Vehicle on Fire — A motorist contacted the Communications Center at 5:34 p.m. Friday reporting that a vehicle was on fire in the intersection of East Highland Avenue and North Seventh Street. Two units of the Ponca City Fire Department responded and two officers of the Ponca City Police Department assisted. Subject Held — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 6:04 p.m. Friday from a person at Wal-Mart that a subject had taken a stereo and ran out of the business. Three officers were assigned and located an identified vehicle at North Fifth Street and East Hartford Avenue, where one of the officers took into custody, a 28-year-old man was held for grand larceny. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported at 6:35 p.m. Friday that a 22-year-old woman was being held for not wearing a seat belt and driving under suspension. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of West Highland Avenue and North Waverly Street at 8:58 p.m. Friday that a 23-year-old man was being held for driving under suspension, having no insurance and running a stop sign. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of East Grand Avenue and Third Street at 9:54 p.m. Friday that a 25-year-old man was being held for driving under suspension and not wearing a seat belt. Subjects Held — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 10:49 p.m. Friday from a business in the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street that a disturbance was occurring in the parking lot. Two officers were assigned and a 31-year-old man was held for public intoxication and assault and battery and a 34-year-old man was held for public intoxication. Citations Issued — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported at 11:25 p.m. Friday from the 800 block of South Fifth Street that subjects were shooting fireworks. Citations were issued. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of East Hazel Avenue and North Tenth Street at 1:32 a.m. Saturday that a 21-year-old man was being held for DUI, driving under restriction, speeding, having no insurance, transporting an open bottle, possession of marijuana, possession of a loaded firearm while under the influence, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Fight — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 2:03 a.m. Saturday from a residence in the 400 block of South Tenth Street that a fight was occurring. Three officers of the Ponca City Police Department were assigned and an ambulance from the Ponca City Fire Department was requested to take a victim to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center for treatment of injuries. A 20-year-old man was held for public intoxication. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the 1900 block of North Waverly Street at 2:25 a.m. Saturday that a 30-year-old man was being held for having no driver’s license. A vehicle was towed from the scene. Requests Assistance — Security at the emergency room of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center requested assistance from the Ponca City Police Department at 2:57 a.m. Saturday for a man who would not cooperate. Two officers were assigned and a 21-year-old man was taken into custody for resisting arrest and assault and battery on an officer. Subject Held — The Communications Center received a suspicious 911 call from the 2000 block of North Osage Street at 4:21 a.m. Saturday. Two officers of the Ponca City Police Department were assigned and a man was being held for domestic assault and battery. LIFESTYLESWorld Champion Rifle Shot Plans Under Way To Memorialize 101’s Princess Wenona World Champion Rifle Shot Plans Under Way To Memorialize 101’s Princess WenonaEDITOR’S NOTE: The research for the following story was done by Lloyd Bishop at the Ponca City Library. The 101 Ranch Oldtimers are raising funds to put a tombstone on the grave of Princess Wenona, a sharpshooter with the 101 Real Wild West Show. By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer Princess Wenona, who was a shot above the rest, will be honored by the 101 Ranch Oldtimers in the future with a memorial stone marking her grave. Shooting was her game, and “Princess Wenona” was her western stage name. Billed as the California Girl, Lillian Francis Smith was touted by the 101 Real Wild West Show as the “world champion rifle shot,” at the turn of the century. Efforts are now underway by the 101 Ranch Oldtimers Association to collect funds to place a proper headstone at the showwoman’s grave at Odd Fellows Cemetery. Research by Lloyd Bishop at the Ponca City Library reveals the unmarked grave is located in the older section of Odd Fellows Cemetery. The memorial marker project will be a year-long one with unveiling slated tentatively for August 1999. Those interested in preserving history and wishing to help fund a memorial headstone may send contributions to the 101 Ranch Oldtimers Association, in care of Linda Rennie, secretary/treasurer, P.O. Box 111, Ponca City, Okla. 74602. Female Sharpshooter A sharpshooter of the first mettle, Princess Wenona fired her trick shots for three and a half decades with the Buffalo Bill Wild West show or under the auspices of the 101 Real Wild West Show. Joining the Buffalo Bill show troupe in 1885 in Los Angeles, Calif. at the age of 15, Princess Wenona would grow up to blaze a trail of shooting glory that has been unequaled in the annuals of marksmanship or show business. She first signed on with William F. (Buffalo Bill) Cody and put on her first sharpshooting exhibition in 1886 at the Fair Grounds in St. Louis, Mo. According to the preshow hype of that era, Lil, as she was called by her friends, was born in Coleville, Mono County, Calif. Tired of playing with dolls by the age of seven, she took up the rifle, reportedly shooting 40 mallards and redheads a day on the wing and bobcats out of the towering Redwoods. When Princess Wenona joined the show she was advertised as “interlude entertainment” and her assignment was to keep the audience interested while the big stars were changing costumes. And did she ever! Within the next half year, Lil was to earn her own spot on the show bill by popular demand from the show going crowds. It was at a resort on Staten Island, N.Y., where she gained in popularity by hitting 495 out 500 balls tossed into the air. She used her trusty Ballard .22 to prove her shooting ability. One report says that during one week in July nearly 200,000 screaming fans gave her a standing ovation in recognition of shooting proficiency. Meets Queen As the years went by, the legend of Princess Wenona began to grow. When the show made an appearance in England, the Queen asked to meet her. The British press described the incident in this manner: “The sensation of the day was created by ‘The California Girl’ whose forte is shooting at a swinging target. She complicates her feat by adding all kinds of difficulties to her aim, and her crowning achievement of smashing a glass ball made to revolve horizontally at great speed, and clearing off glass ball after ball on the target just mentioned to the number of 20, were really marvelous.” So impressed with Lil’s skills, Cody put up $10,000 as a prize for anyone who could beat her in a public shooting demonstration. But no one ever dared try that feat, not even Annie Oakley. In 1909, Cody and Pawnee Bill joined efforts for one big show and at that time Lil became known as Princess Wenona. The publicity put out by the show folks telling of Wenona’s past was quite different than that of her earlier promotions. She was billed as the daughter of Sioux Chief Crazy Horse and his white wife. Wenona stuck by this biography throughout the rest of her show business career. And she changed her show attire to beaded Indian costumes that enhanced her royal princess bearing. After the show closed in Denver in 1913, the Princess and Jim Kidd, who had once been married to each other, put on a small show of their own, which didn’t last. Princess Wenona then found a role with the Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West Show and went on the road with the troupe following the end of World War I. However, another entertainment fare was about to make live shows and sharpshooters a thing of the past. This was the “talkie” movies. This would take a toll on “live” performances. Cabin at 101 Wenona, as an aging performer, found a home on the 101 Ranch, where the Millers maintained cabins on the Salt Fork river banks. The cabins had been built for tourists who came from all over the world to visit the Ranch. in its heyday. The cabins had become a colony of the old-timers, who did a small amount of work on the ranch. It was here that Wenona would make her home until her death. While living there Princess Wenona married artist Emil Lenders, who was a friend of Joe Miller. The artist had come to the ranch to portray farm scenes and animals. He also worked as a cowboy and then converted to the Indian style of living. With this conversion he became adept at painting Native American Indians. When Lenders fell on hard times he and Wenona lived in her cabin on the Salt Fork. He later achieved some fame and was commissioned to do several paintings for Tulsans and moved his studio there. Later, he relocated in Oklahoma City and lived there until he died. Meanwhile, Wenona remained by herself in the cabin at the 101 Ranch. She came into town often in those years. She died in 1930, which was the coldest winter on record in Oklahoma with temperatures below zero and much snow, sleet and rain. The harsh winter had proved to be too much for Wenona and she died on Feb. 3. Attendance at the funeral was sparse and the burial even more so. Few remembered the show girl who had thrilled the world with her shooting exploits. The headline in the Ponca City News read “Princess Wenona Is Dead; Led Colorful Career as World Champion Rifle Shot.” The story of the funeral rites told “The prayer of Princess Wenona, long-time queen of the sawdust ring, for 40 years a champion rifle shot, is one that could be adopted and repeated daily by all people. It shows the genuine inside thoughts of one accustomed to a more or less rough life. It is her heart’s outpouring.” The Prayer of the Princess God, let me live each lovely day So, I may know that come what may I’ve done my best to live the way You want me to. Forgive me if I do not Pray The ultra-sanctimonious way In church on every Sabbath day As Christians do. Just let me know if I should stray That I may stop along the way At any time of night or day And talk to you. Democrat Party Precinct Officials Attend MeetingPrecinct officials of the Democrat party in Kaw County meeting in June in Blackwell, Tonkawa, Kaw City, Newkirk and Ponca City were given information to aid them in working in each precinct more efficiently. “Many of the vacant officers positions were filled at these meetings and attendance was most encouraging,” according to Donna Swope, president of the Kay County Chapter of the Oklahoma Federation of Democrat Women’s Club. Several precincts in the Ponca City area remain incomplete and efforts to fill them are continuing. One of the duties of a precinct officer is to cast a vote in the election of the county party’s officials. This makes it an important job in the political process in each county, according to Swope. Any registered Democrat voter in the county is eligible to be a precinct officer in his or her precinct. Those interested in representing their precinct may call (580) 767-8354 for information. St. Francis School Reunion Sept. 5A school reunion is being planned for former students and teachers of St. Francis Catholic School in Newkirk, on Sept. 5. The reunion will be held at St. Francis Catholic Parish Hall, 202 South Academy, Newkirk.Registration will begin at 1 p.m. followed by an afternoon of visiting and sharing memories. A meal will be served at 4 p.m. Information on the reunion may be obtained by contacting the following: Liz Wanko Maupin, 580-362-2684; Kathleen Wathor, 580-362-2995; Elmer or Rita Horinek, 580-362-2764; Mary Wanko Schuchman, 580-362-3422; Leanna Shinn Adams, 580-762-0632; Catherine Horinek Schauer, 580-363-3207; Helen Wanko Caughlin, 580-628-2998. Engagement Is AnnouncedDr. and Mrs. Doyle L. Brimberry of Oklahoma City have announced the engagement of their daughter, Dawn Brimberry, to Daniel Kahle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Kahle of Peckham. He is the grandson of Mary Alice Kahle of Newkirk and the late Otto Kahle and Wilma Rose. Ms. Brimberry is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Doyle L. Brimberry of Oklahoma City. A graduate of Newkirk High School, Kahle is a landscape contractor for Camden Properties. He is based in Dallas, where he oversees the landscape design for 26 properties as well as properties in Kansas City, Mo., Louisville, Ky., and St. Louis. Mo. The bride-elect is a public relations coordinator for Williams Companies in Tulsa. The couple met while attending Oklahoma State University, where both earned bachelor's degrees. Ms. Brimberry will complete her master’s degree in mass communications from OSU in December. The wedding is set for August 22 in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. Following the ceremony, the couple will take a cruise through the southern Caribbean. The couple plans to reside in Dallas. Georgia Church Is Setting For Piper-Rennie WeddingMr. and Mrs. Ryan Stephen Rennie have established a home at 250 Meadowlark Court in McDonough, GA. following their recent wedding in the chapel of the First Methodist Church in Decatur, GA. Vows for Rennie and the former Allison Elizabeth Piper were officiated by the Rev. Brian Haynes of Nassau Bay, Texas. Parents of the couple are Leon and Hedy Piper of Ellenwood, GA. and Robert and Rowan Rennie of Katy, Texas, formerly of Ponca City. The bride chose an ivory duchess satin designer gown. The a-line, off-the-shoulder design featured a cathedral length train that fell from boxed pleats and was enhanced by embroidered café colored floral accents on both the dress and the train. Her two-layered veil was accented with pearls and fell from a rosette headpiece and flowed as a covering of her train. She wore ivory elbow length gloves and carried a large colonial bouquet of Sterling roses and freesia. Matron of Honor was Natalie Williams of Waco, Texas and Maid of Honor was Katie Piper of Ellenwood, GA., both sisters of the bride. Other attendants were Robyn Rennie of Denton, Texas and Radonna Roark of Shawnee, sisters of the bridegroom; Angel Kennedy of Madison, GA., cousin of the bride; Rebecca Green of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Lashelle Nix of Houston, Texas. All of the bride’s attendants were attired in floor length designs of their own choosing of lilac crepe-backed satin. They carried ribbon tied bouquets of fresh roses, freesia, and stephanotis. Best man was Darrell Adkins of Dallas, Texas. Groomsmen were David Drumwright of Lake Charles, LA., Benjamin Piper of Ellenwood, brother of the bride; Bret Roark of Shawnee, brother-in-law of the bridegroom, and David Chancellor of Dewey, cousin of the bridegroom. Candlelighters were Scott Williams of Waco, Texas, brother-in-law of the bride, and Sean Kennedy of Madison, GA., cousin of the bride. Readers were Ann Smedley and Michael Ray, cousins of the bride. Honored guests in attendance at the wedding were grandparents of the bride, Mrs. Inez Piper and Lamar and Jean Burrell of the Atlanta area, Maida Godwin, aunt of the bridegroom from Ft. Smith, Ark.; Robert and Arenda Ramsey of Stone Mountain, GA., Tommy and Rita Kennedy of Madison, GA., uncles and aunts of the bride, and Marie Rennie of Altus, grandmother of the bridegroom. The couple took a wedding trip in Destin, Fla., Paris, France and London, England. The bride is an elementary special education teacher in McDonough and is pursuing a master’s degree in special education. Rennie is a charter pilot/flight instructor at Quality Aviation at DeKalb-Peachtree airport in Atlanta, GA. Willisons Celebrate 50 YearsMr. and Mrs. Robert Glenn Willison of Ponca City observed their golden wedding anniversary June 3. Willison, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo Willison, and the former Violet Louise Harris, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Harris, were married on that date in 1948 at the First Methodist Church. A reception in their honor will be held July 12, 2-4 p.m., at the Marland Mansion Chapel. An open invitation is extended to friends and family to attend the event and the couple requests no gifts. He is a 1945 graduate of Ponca City High School and served with the United States Army from May 1945-November 1946. Mrs. Willison graduated from Po-Hi in 1948. Both are members of the First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ. Mr. Willison was employed for 34 years in R & D at Conoco and Mrs. Willison was employed at Conoco for 18 years, working in Pipeline and Telecommunications. They retired in 1982. Hosts for the reception will be their children and spouses, Roger and Becky Abel, Howard and Sharon Cooper, all of Ponca City, and Glenn and Linda Willison of Greensboro, N. C. Grandchildren of the honorees are Jason Abel of Tahlequah, Danny Abel of Claremore, Andy and Allison (Abel) Lewis of Ponca City, Andy and Leslee Cooper of Ponca City, Thaddeus, Joshua and Nathaniel Willison of North Carolina. Mr. and Mrs. Willison have two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Bryon Lewis. Local Residents Part Of Tulsa Craft FairThe 1998 Heart of Tulsa exhibition of American Country, Southwestern, Victorian and contemporary crafts has been expanded to a three day format, July 17, 18 and 19, at the Exposition Center building at Expo Square in Tulsa. The show is sponsored by An Affair of the Heart, Inc.. an Oklahoma-based craft show production organization. The $4 admission is good for all three days. The show opens at 9 a.m. July 17 and July 18, and at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Closing time is 6 p.m. all three days. Items for exhibition and sale will include quilts, antique furniture, baskets, dried flower arrangements, stenciling, wooden and painted folk art, antique toys and dolls, stoneware, country clothing, patio and garden items, water colors and punched tin. Ponca Citians participating are Suzanne Devinney with Sterling House International and Cindy and Norma Grubb with Grubbies. Charles Pickett with Country Heritage in Blackwell will also have a booth. AARP Plans Tuesday MeetingThe American Association of Retired Persons Chapter 432 will meet Tuesday at the Wheatheart Nutrition Center, 312 West Grand, at 1 p.m. Program speaker will be a spokesperson from the Department of Aging office in Enid. Topic for the program will be about serving the “aging population in North Central and Northwestern Oklahoma” and how the department works with the AARP. The AARP began in 1958 with an organization of retired teachers. A review of the book “Trust Betrayed” will also be presented. The local chapter is working on a roster of members who are up-to-date on dues. Current members, former members and potential members are invited to attend the meeting. Wheatheart NutritionVolunteers 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, July 6: Macaroni and cheese with ham; chilled peaches and strawberries; oven fried okra; cornbread with butter; sugar cookie. Tuesday, July 7: Vegetable meatloaf; mashed potatoes with gravy; buttered peas; muffin with butter; double orange gelatin. Wednesday, July 8: Turkey dressing pie with gravy; California mixed vegetables; tropical fruit mix; roll with butter; ice cream or sherbet. Thursday, July 9: Smothered hamburger; mashed potatoes with gravy; buttered peas; tomato juice; cornbread with butter; Jello cake. Friday, July 10: Chicken patty; pickle, lettuce, tomato, onion; marinated carrots; bun with butter; iced raisin peanut butter bars. Singles Network Lists CalendarThe 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 dues are $10 per year. Members wish to emphasize that the group is not a dating service. Interested persons may call Betty, 762-9776, or Dorothy, 765-1403, for more information. Plans this week include: Sunday, July 5: 6:30 p.m., Discussion group meets at First Presbyterian Church, Go for snack at 8 p.m. Monday, July 6: 6 p.m. Meet at Blimpies. Wednesday, July 8: 6 p.m., dinner at Mazzio’s Pizza. Thursday, July 9: 6:30 p.m. General meeting at Pecan Place Clubhouse. Pot luck dinner is planned. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish. Saturday, July 11: 6 p.m. Eat out at Hunan’s Garden in Ponca Plaza. Little NewsRonnie and Bridgett (Grace) Pelton of Arlington, Texas announce the birth of a son, Jacob Ryan Pelton, at 2:06 p.m. June 25, 1998 at the Baylor Medical Center in Grapevine, Texas. He weighed 9-pounds, 1/2-ounce and was 21-inches long. Maternal grandparents are Johnny and Connie Bennett of Blackwell and James and Sherry Grace of Blackwell. Paternal grandparents are Jerry and June Turpin of Arlington, Texas. Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Grace of Braman, Mrs. Dixie (Farrah) Butler of Blackwell, Ethel Moncries of Arlington, Texas, Carol Ann Pelton of Fort Worth, Texas, the late Hubert Farrah and the late John Moncries. TOPS Chapter MeetsTOPS OK 308 Chapter met Monday evening with Robinell Oldham presiding. Natalie McCoy gave the devotion and members of the chapter recited the TOPS Pledge and the KOPS Kreed. Roll was called by Natalie McCoy and the weight report was given by Betty Flower. Best Loser was Loretta Riley and Robert Oldham won the “Ha Ha” pot. The program was presented by Ruth Garroutte. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a non-profit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs and contests are used to encourage weight loss. Brief programs are presented each week. Weigh-in time is 6:15-6:55 p.m. For more information contact Betty Flower, 765-5448. Inspirational Cookbook Features Low Fat Recipes For Busy PeopleBY Patti N. Carmack News Lifestyles Editor In one of the most comprehensive cookbooks I have had the pleasure of reviewing the “Busy People’s Low-Fat Cookbook” has more in it than just a “lifestyle change.” The recipes are complete with sizes and brand-names, easy to follow, and the story of the reason for creating the cookbook will touch your heart, hopefully a more healthy heart using the suggestions in the book. “What is good for you is good for your family and your children” says the author, Dawn Hall. “Think of fat grams as dollars and keep that amount to $20 a day or less using the scale of one fat gram equals a dollar.” She also says “Your body only needs 10 fat grams a day for good health. Sugar is fattening because it is calorie dense so don’t replace fat with sugar.” Dawn Hall shares a philosophy of living and confides her story on a personal level that makes her seem like someone you have known forever. She frankly admits the first reason for making her cookbooks is the financial aid they provide. Her young husband has brain cancer and medical costs are in excess of $8000 per month, most of which the couple’s insurance will not cover. Mrs. Hall also relates her family’s compelling story of courage, hope, perseverance and love as they struggle to cope with the tragedy in their lives. She sprinkled the pages of this book with cute and inspirational comments and illustrations of various items. There are 286 pages packed with information and insight and an attractive blue and white format. Busy, health-conscious people will discover 240 recipes in the book, most of which are destined to be favorites. Menu ideas for adding to the meal are just another element that makes this cookbook so versatile and a worthwhile addition to your cookbook collection. “Busy People’s Low-Fat Cookbook” is now available through bookstores nationally for $15.95. To order by phone call toll-free 1-888-436-9646. By mail send a check to Cozy Homestead Publishing, 5425 South Fulton-Lucas Road, Swanton, Ohio 43558. According to information received by The News, the cookbook, which was released in April, will soon be available at Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth. Listed here are a couple of recipes, sans brand names where possible, from the “Busy People’s Low-Fat Cookbook.” Beanie Baby Stew 1 24-ounce can Great Northern beans 2 10-ounce cans white chicken chunks in water 1 49 1/2-ounce can chicken broth, all visible fat removed 1 12-ounce bag frozen chopped onions 1 7-ounce can diced green chilies 1 1-lb bag frozen diced potatoes 1/2 cup cornstarch Put all ingredients except cornstarch into a crockpot. Cover. Cook on high for four hours or low for 8-9 hours. With a ladle or strainer, remove as much of the cooked ingredients as possible and put into a large bowl. With a potato masher, smash cooked food for one minute. (This will make the broth thicker.) Combine cornstarch with 1/2 cup cold water. Stir briskly until cornstarch is completely dissolved. Stir dissolved cornstarch and water into broth in the crockpot, stir until well mixed. Return smashed vegetables to the crockpot. Stir. Turn crockpot to high. Cover and cook for another 20-30 minutes. Stew will be a thick and creamy consistency when done. If desired sprinkle each serving bowl of chowder lightly with fat-free mozzarella cheese just before serving. Yield: 14 (1-cup) servings. Calories: 185 Total Fat: 3.7 grams Cholesterol: 25 mg Sodium: 514 mg Deviled Eggs (No-Fat, No Cholesterol) 5 hard-boiled eggs, chilled 1 cup Egg Beaters 3 tablespoons fat-free mayo 1/4 teaspoon horseradish 1/2 teaspoon mustard such as Grey Poupon 1/2 teaspoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt — optional black pepper and paprika — optional If you prefer a sweeter taste, use less mustard and add 1 to 2 tablespoons sweet relish. Cut boiled eggs in half and discard yolks. Set aside. Spray a skillet with non-fat cooking spray. Add Egg Beaters and cook, stirring over medium heat until done. Cool. Combine cooled Egg Beaters and all remaining ingredients except paprika in a food processor until smooth. Fill mixture into egg halves and sprinkle with paprika. Yields 10. Calories: 25; Fat: 0 grams; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 109 mg. Wilkerson-Blaser Wedding Ceremony At Lamont ChurchTiffany Wilkerson and Robert Blaser were united in marriage in a double ring, candlelight ceremony on May 30, 1998 at the Lamont United Methodist Church. Officiating at the ceremony was the Rev. Richard Leonard. Parents of the couple are Tommy and Janice Wilkerson and Luella Stacy, all of Lamont, and the late Dale Blaser. Grandparents of the couple are Ronald and Dorothy Harris of Oklahoma City, Betty Wilkerson of Midwest City, the late Ted Wilkerson, and the late Steve and Silver Blaser and George and Marie Kroll. The sanctuary was decorated with candelabra accented with English ivy and ivory bows. Above the altar, which was set with the unity candle and gold cross, was a trio of grapevine hearts accented with rose-colored flowers and ivory ribbon. The windows were adorned with greenery, tulle, and votive candles. Organist for the ceremony was Diana Reese and the vocalist was Penny Dowell who sang “For You I Will” as the candles were lit and “At the Beginning” during the lighting of the unity candle. The bride wore a white satin off-the-shoulder gown, the fitted bodice was accented with embroidered lace and seed pearls, and rosettes adorned the back waistline. The gown was fashioned with a bouffant skirt with scalloped hemline and floral lace. The detachable train extended to a semi-cathedral length with a three-tiered scalloped trim. Her matching floral headpiece with pearl clusters and lace secured a veiling of bridal illusion. She carried a cascading bouquet of larkspur, miniature Dutch iris, alstroemeria, Nora pink carnations, English ivy, caspia and delphinium. Attending the bride were Kari Lively of Ponca City, Jill Green of Colorado Springs, Colo. and Nancy Pendleton of Tonkawa. They wore floor length, scoop necked dresses fashioned of Hunter green crepe. Their dresses were accented at the Empire waist with a matching gathered train attached with four rosettes across the back. They carried arm bouquets of pink and purple larkspur, Dutch iris, Nora pink carnations, caspia and delphinium accented with Hunter green bows. Mindy Blaser, niece of the bridegroom, served as flower girl, wearing a floor length, sleeveless dress fashioned from a green and rose floral cotton print with ivory rose accents at the squared neckline. She carried a natural wicker basket accented with green and ivory roses and filled with rose petals. Lighting the candles were Jennifer Stacy, sister of the bridegroom, and Trinity Bentley, niece of the bridegroom. They were attired in tea length dresses fashioned of Hunter green crepe with open backs and cap sleeves. Each wore a wrist corsage of Nora pink carnations. The bridegroom wore a black tuxedo accented with a Nora pink carnation boutonniere. Attending the bridegroom were his son, Nicholas Blaser; Larry Brake of Ponca City and Casey Markham of Oklahoma City. Ushers were Derek Bentley, nephew of the bridegroom, and Tim Wilkerson, brother of the bride, both of Lamont. Pat Burrow of Moreland kept the guest book and Jana Hembree of Lamont attended the gift table. Assisting with the reception, which followed immediately in the church fellowship hall, were Melanie McCracken, Gina Smith, Stacey Theis and Tami Ricke. A white lattice adorned with English ivy, tulle and white lights formed the background for the serving table. Pair Observes AnniversaryDoug and Joyce Stout, 3400 West Cowboy Hill Road, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary this month. Douglas Ursery Stout and the former Joyce Elaine Sanders were married July 13, 1958 in the First Baptist church at Marland. The couple has resided on their farm near Marland for the past 30 years. In addition to farming they raise Hereford cattle. He is also a truck driver and Mrs. Stout is employed with Drug Warehouse. Both are members of the Marland Baptist Church. The couple’s children and grandchildren are Benny and Vonna Stout, Justin and Jason of Broken Arrow; Phil and Debby Hess, Jami and Jerrod of Blueridge, Texas; Ronnie and Rita Stout, Serita, Derrick, Dillion and Dalton of Tonkawa; Randy and Sandy Fields, Kendale and Kaysie of Wetumka. 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. Members of the Pioneer Area Quilter’s Guild will meet July 6 at Community Christian Church, 2109 West Grand. Stitch and Assist will begin at 9:30 a.m. Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. and the business meeting will start at 12:30 p.m. followed by show and share. Hostesses for the July meeting are Pearl Blando, Zoe Burge, Jackie Bufton and Beverly Carpenter. TUESDAY The American Family Support Group will meet 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at 1105 West Highland. The topic will be Child Welfare Services and child abuse. 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 Stress Disorder (PTSD) support group has been formed to aid veterans of the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. The group is confidential and meets at the DAV, 401 South Lincoln, on Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. If you are a veteran suffering with PTSD or know someone who could use help contact 762-3851 or Steve Mallory at 580 762-7561. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Harmony House basement, (use south entrance by parking lot). THURSDAY Al-Anon at Conoco, TBTV 50 on Mezzanine between North and South towers, 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Linda 765-7045, 767-5328. AA Discussion meeting, 12 noon; AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House , 212 South Third. Freedom Group of AA; closed Big Book Study at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. We study and practice tradition. Open meeting on last Thursday of the month for birthdays. Call 762-3345 for more information. Jaycees, 7 p.m. first and third Thursday, Chamber of Commerce meeting room. Interested persons welcome to attend any meeting. Model Railroad Club, 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Stevens Building 113 North Third. For info, call 762-8687 or 765-7996. Parent Support Group, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns, frustrations as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Ponca City Newcomers Club meets the third Thursday of each month at the Marland Mansion. For more information contact Joyce Fox, 762-9578. Story Hour for school-aged children at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca City Library. A Young-At-Heart Dance is held every Thursday at the Elks Lodge, 1301 Bradley, 7-10 p.m. A Snack and Hillbilly night is held the first Thursday of each month. Ken Wilson and the Sunshine Playboys Band will play. FRIDAY Simple Steps AA-open, 12 noon; AA Speaker Meeting — open, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Salvation Army Community Support Center, 711 South Third. Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Marland Mansion. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by Smoke Free building. For more information call 762-3345 or 765-9459. SATURDAY AA Discussion meeting 12 noon. AA Discussion meeting 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. New Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House (upstairs library). Smoke-free. Order of the Amaranth meets the first and third Saturdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple. Reorganized Overeaters Anonymous group meets 11-12 Saturday mornings at Woodlands Christian Church. The meetings are open to “anyone who desires to stop eating compulsively.” For more information call 762-2161 or 765-5958. SPORTSPC AA Legion Uses Holiday PC AA Legion Uses HolidayBLACKWELL — Unlike their compatriots on the majors team, the American Legion AA varsity are making the most of their fourth of July tournament. The AA Royals walked away with their second straight game of the Blackwell Tournament on Friday, pounding Mulvane, 8-3. On Thursday, the Royals beat Tonkawa, 10-5. Though Mulvane picked up nine hits to the Poncans 10, a failure to get runners across home plate led to their demise as they left nine runners on base. Chad Whitsitt went the distance on the mound for the Poncans, striking out three while walking just four. After Mulvane picked up a single run in the top of the second inning, the Poncans came roaring back with five runs of their own to effectively put the game away. First baseman Jimmo Ozment got on base after getting hit by a pitch, and advanced on a sacrifice bunt by right fielder Wes Day. A base hit by second baseman Casey Rowe and a wild pitch then advanced both runners into scoring position, and Ozment came in on an RBI single by lead off hitter J. Michael Sharon. Left fielder Chris McCool was then hit by a pitch to load the bases, and Bryan Coppock followed by driving in two with a base hit. A walk to Chase Eads then loaded the bases again, and catcher Stephen Michael ended the scoring assault with a 2 RBI single of his own. The Royals added a run in the third and two in the fourth, then, to up the ante even further. In the third, consecutive base hits by Day and Rowe got things going, and a wild pitch advanced both into scoring positions. Sharon then drove in Day after an error on the Mulvane shortstop. In the fourth, walks to Coppock and Michael led to a 2 RBI single by third baseman Todd Stewart to complete the Ponca City Scoring. For the game, Coppock was 2-for-4 with 2 RBIs, while Rowe was 2-for-4. On Thursday, three Ponca City pitchers combined to give up just three hits to Tonkawa as the Royals pounded out eight hits and took advantage of four errors to take the win. Again, a long at-bat — this time in the first inning — put the game away. The Poncans picked up six runs on five hits, working through 11 batters to surge into the lead. Hits by Sharon and Coppock got things going, and after Sharon came in on an error, Coppock scored on an RBI single by Eads. A walk to centerfielder Anthony Stark and a base hit by McCool then loaded the bases, and right fielder Matt Johnson then drew an RBI walk to keep them loaded. A sacrifice by Day then scored another, and Rowe followed with a 2 RBI rip to complete the scoring. Two more runs in the second inning put the game way out of reach. A triple by Eads was followed by an RBI single by Stark, who came in later on a passed ball. Though Tonkawa made a move in the fourth and fifth innings, scoring all five of their runs on one hit, five walks and two Ponca City errors, it was two little, too late. Coppock, who pitched a stellar complete game last week, finished off Tonkawa in style, striking out five in 2 2/3 innings of work while walking no one. For the game, Eads was 2-for-4, while McCool was 2-for-4 with an RBI. The Royals continued pool play on Saturday, and begin bracket play today. Ponca City 10, Tonkawa 5 Ponca City 620 101 x — 10 8 3 Tonkawa 000 320 0 — 5 3 4 Styron (l), Levings (2), and Klufa; Day (w), Eads (4), Coppock (5), and Eads, Michael (4). Ponca City 8, Mulvane 3 Ponca City 051 200 x — 8 10 1 Mulvane 010 001 1 — 3 9 3 Whitsitt (w) and Michael; Scott (l), Sears (2), Cockrell (6), and Webb. Legion Is Own Worst EnemyBy MATTHEW KOENIG News Sports Writer BARTLESVILLE — To paraphrase Walt Kelly, the American Legion majors team has met the enemy — and they’re wearing the same uniform. That was the case on Friday at least, as the Royals beat themselves for the second straight time, flubbing six sure outs en route to a 12-6 loss to Elk City in the second day of the Glen Winget Memorial Tournament. Though the Poncans drew within one, 6-5, behind two runs in the sixth inning, Elk City pounded out four hits and took advantage of two costly errors by the Royals to add six runs in the top of the seventh and put the game away. A strong showing on the mound by Dean Hemenway — the first in two games by a Ponca City pitcher — also went for naught. Hemenway ended what had been a base-on-balls free-for-all in the Royals’ first game, giving up just two walks in six innings while striking out two. And while the Poncans equaled their foes with nine hits, Elk City left just one runner on base for the entire game and committed a single error on defense. “It was just one of those days — or maybe it’s just one of those tournaments,” said coach Jack Shears. “Dean did an admirable job out there, though. He kept his pitches low and made them hit a lot of ground balls. But we made some costly errors, and those got us down. We just gotta learn to get over it when they happen and not concentrate on them so much.” The Royals, now 14-18 on the season, have lost three straight. In the first inning, after Elk City (34-16) leapt to a 3-0 lead on one hit and two Ponca City errors, the Royals came right back, getting three hits from the top of the line up to tie the game. Catcher Jerrod Spears got things going, bombing a double to the center field wall, and Toby Red Leaf followed with another double to put two in scoring position. Shortstop Justin Thomas then came up with a home run worth three runs and a Wendy’s hamburger, pounding a ball over the 356 foot center field wall. The Royals’ defense then ran hot for awhile, taking Elk City 3-up and 3-down for the next three innings, but faltered in the fifth, giving up three runs on four hits and a pair of errors. The Poncans got right back into the game in the bottom of that inning, however, picking up two runs on three hits. Third baseman Jason Neff and left fielder Marc Smith started off with consecutive singles, and right fielder Daniel Denny drew a walk to load the bases. First baseman Evan Rupp then blasted a shot up the middle that glanced off the second baseman’s glove, driving in two. Up by just one run going into the top of the seventh, Elk City ran away with the game, however, adding six runs to their total behind four hits and another pair of Ponca City errors. Consecutive errors by the Royals’ infield added one run to the Elk City ante. Two base hits then added another, and after a walk to load the bases, right fielder Tyler Marsh came up with a 3 RBI triple down the first base line. Another RBI base hit by designated hitter Cole Ivey completed the scoring assault. The Royals came back with one run in the bottom of that inning on hits by Thomas and Neff, but the comeback threat was stopped short as Neff was caught stealing home on a wild pitch. For the game, Spears was 2-for-4, Thomas was 2-for-4 with a home run and 3 RBIs, while Neff also went 2-for-4. Useless bit of trivia — “We have met the enemy and he is us,” was penned by Pogo cartoonist Walt Kelly in 1970. In 1971 the phrase achieved some notoriety as the slogan on the first Earth Day poster. Elk City 12, Ponca City 6 Ponca City 300 002 1 — 6 9 6 Elk City 300 030 6 — 12 9 1 Mayfield (w) and Green; Hemenway (l), Murrie (7) and Spears. Golf NotesWLGA The Wentz Ladies Golf Association will hold its monthly meeting Monday at 7 p.m. at 210 North Fifth The Ladies Day play will be Tuesday with members meeting at 8 a.m. to tee-off at 8:30. Last week’s winners were Carolyn Sumpter in A flight and Joy Asbury in C Flight. PCCC-WGA Sandy Powers won the Ponca City Country Club Women’s Golf Association Wednesday Playday Bingo-Bango-Bongo. Louise Abercrombie was second. Wentz Ace John Burns had a hole-in-one last Sunday on the Lew Wentz Golf Course’s No. 3 hole. He was playing with J.D. Nash, Greg Hadley and Danny Thompson.
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