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From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Sunday, August 25, 1996

LOCAL
First Step Tuesday To Elect State Rep
Second 'Grate Spelling Bee' Sept. 8 at Poncan Theatre
City To Determine Enforcement Policy
Fifth District Candidate Brings Campaign to P.C.
Public Hearings On Three Items Set for Monday
Singles Network Birthday Dinner Set for Monday
Young Singles Support Group Meets Monday
SJRMC Seeks More Volunteers
TEEN-PEP Offers Alternative Education
School Board To Discuss Change Orders of Projects
Election Official Urges Voters Take Time on Marking Ballots
Balloon Festival, Air Show Here
HealthCor Inc. Introduces Employees for P.C. Area
Candidate Speaks To GOP Women
'Lone Star' Set To Open Friday Through Sept. 8
Property Resale On County Agenda
District Court
Brain Disorders Support Program Begins Sept. 24
'Freedom From Smoking' Program Begins Sept. 23
Land of Country Antique, Craft Festival Set Sept. 6-7 at Hutchins Memorial
Where To Vote Tuesday

CITY CALENDAR

NEWS BRIEFS

DEATHS
Allen G. Rager
Sadie Rebecca Mackie
Wayne Sanford Alley
Wesley W. Stephens
Thelma Eleanore Gilbert
Ruth Pitman Miller
Obituary
Edna May Angle
Funerals
Erma A. Johnson Hayes
Jay Carol "Papa" Ratliff

FAMILY LIVING
Dr. Gravens Is AARP Speaker
McRay, Masters Exchange Vows of Marriage
Couple Plan October Vows
McGrew, Rodriguez Wed Aug. 3 in Tulsa Church
Prince of Peace Lutheran Setting for August Wedding
Voelkel, Johnson Engaged
Class of '56 Reunion Set Aug. 30 To Sept. 1
Jeffries-Keylon Wedding Held in Tonkawa Methodist
Couple Celebrate Anniversary
Rock and Gem Club Visits Museum
Wheatheart Menu
Weaver, Graf Are Married In July 27 Double Wedding
Wedding Joins Chell, Yates At St. Paul's United Methodist
50th Anniversary Observed
PC Newcomers Host Dinner
TOPS Names Contest Winners
October Wedding Date Set
Reception To Honor Couple
Exercise Class Names Winners
John Sinton Is Desk and Derrick Speaker
Anniversary Party Planned
Party To Honor John Caughlin
Longwood Schools Planning Reunion
Aqua Jog With June Begins New Sessions

PONCA CITY HAPPENINGS

SPORTS
After First Scrimmage Coaching Staff Pleased
Wrestling Signee
Golf Results/Pairings
Wentz Hosting Two Scrambles
Frontier Loses

LOCAL

First Step Tuesday To Elect State Rep

The first step in electing a new state representative for the Ponca City area will take place Tuesday as voters go to the polls for the 1996 state primary election.
Polls will be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Not only will voters from both major political parties be paring down the field for the District 37 House race, but voters will also be clearing the field in a crowded Kay County Sheriff's race as well as deciding who will be the Republican candidate for District 2 county commissioner.
Throughout the state, voters will be deciding on candidates from three parties for the U.S. Senate seat now held by Republican Jim Inhofe while Democrats will be deciding a general election candidate for Corporation Commission. Congressional District 5 Democrats will also be deciding who will face Republican Ernest Istook in November.
In races with more than two candidates, if no candidate receives a majority of the vote, the top two face off in a runoff primary on Sept. 17. Winners advance to the Nov. 5 general election.
State House District 37
With the retirement of long-time legislator Jim Holt from the district which contains Ponca City and a portion of Osage County, the campaign was thrown open for a field of aspiring representatives.
Three Ponca Citians have been contesting for the Republican nomination. Marilyn Andrews, current mayor, switched her registration from Democrat to Republican to join the race. Brian Harpster and Jim Newport, two local businessmen, round out the field. Andrews and Harpster are both 51 while Newport is 35.
Andrews said in her initial announcement in February, "Our citizens deserve a state government that continues to be responsive to their values and needs. Highly principled leadership and integrity have served us well in city government since 1979 and I am asking for the opportunity to take that same responsible leadership to the Oklahoma State Legislature."
Harpster said in his March announcement, "I am convinced that we need a mature, experienced, successful businessman working hard to represent this district's needs in the Oklahoma State Legislature."
Newport, who announced in January, said, "The primary goal during my candidacy is to focus on the issues which are important to the people of our community. If elected, I will vigorously pursue every available avenue to see that those interests are represented."
Democrats will be selecting between Bernie Jackson, 52, a retired educator, and Ron Buck, 49, a machinist.
Jackson, who announced in February, said, "I want to make a difference in our community and our state. I want to make sure that the citizens of Ponca City know they are well served by their representative."
Buck, a founding member of the Kay County Patriots who joined the campaign in July, said, "This is the people's office, and I will do my best to protect the peoples' interests and convey their wishes to the State Legislature."
Kay County Sheriff
The Kay County Sheriff's race has drawn a crowded field with two Democrats and five Republicans after the office now held by Marion VanHoesen.
VanHoesen, a Ponca City Republican, is being challenged in the primary by Frank Hall of Tonkawa, Roger Sixkiller of Blackwell, Gus Ehler of Ponca City and Carl Cartlidge of Ponca City.
Democrats seeking the office are Jim Henley of Blackwell and Gerald Howard of Tonkawa.
County Commission
Two candidates are vying for the Republican spot on the Nov. 5 ballot for District 2 County Commissioner against Democrat incumbent Wayne Leven.
Andy Barnett, a Ponca City businessman and investor, is going up against Marvin Johns, a Newkirk businessman.
District 5 Congress
Two Democrats are competing to face Republican incumbent Ernest Istook and Independent Ava Kennedy in November.
James Forsythe, 62, of Edmond, and Cecil Pirrong, 67, of Oklahoma City, are on Tuesday's ballot.
U.S. Senate
Republican Incumbent Jim Inhofe faces a challenge for his U.S. Senate seat from fellow Tulsan Dan Lowe in the primary.
The Democrats have three candidates - Jim Boren of Tahlequah, David Louis Annanders of Oklahoma City and Don McCorkell of Tulsa.
Two Libertarians are on the ballot - Agnes Marie Regier of Norman and Michael A. Clem of Tulsa.
Two Independents have drawn a bye until the November election - Bill Maguire and Chris Nedbalek, both of Oklahoma City.

Second 'Grate Spelling Bee' Sept. 8 at Poncan Theatre

The second annual "Grate Spelling Bee," is coming soon and the city's best spellers are gearing up in teams from local businesses, clubs, schools and other organizations to compete in the grown-up competition. The Grate Spelling Bee is sponsored by several local businesses and individuals to aid the Ponca City Area Literacy Council tutoring programs.
The big event will be held Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. at the Poncan Theatre and will include entertainment, celebrity judges, personable emcees and great door prizes in addition to the 30 spelling teams.
Barbara Brown, P.C. Area Literacy Council coordinator said, "This fun and interesting fund raiser would not be possible without the sponsorship of Conoco, Brian Harpster, The Ponca City News and Thorn Apple Valley, who are greatly interested in the improvement of literacy of young people and adults in our community."
She encouraged every citizen to turn out for an afternoon of entertainment, fun, and to cheer their favorite team to victory. "Perhaps you may even win a door prize," she said.
For more information about the literacy program or how to be a volunteer tutor and help someone learn to improve their reading, call P.C. Area Literacy Council office at 767-0351.

City To Determine Enforcement Policy

By LAURA TREADWAY
News Staff Writer
A resolution to authorize the Ponca City Police Department to provide law enforcement aid in an emergency will be considered at the Ponca City Board of Commissioners meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
In the event of an emergency and upon the request of any other municipal, state or federal law enforcement agency having jurisdiction within the state, full-time members of the police department may be authorized to serve as police officers and have jurisdiction at the scene of an emergency.
The Mayor/Police Chief shall have discretion to determine whether or not any law enforcement assistance is appropriate.
In other new business, traffic engineering submitted a project agreement between the city and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation on the grade, drain and surface of the Fifth Street Project, from Hartford Avenue to Prospect Avenue. If approved, the agreement defines the city's responsibilities as to the maintenance of the roadway and traffic control devices after the project is completed. Under the agreement, the city will deposit its share of the project costs, $1,496,110. prior to the bid advertisement of Sept. 18.
The federal share of the project cost is $1,125,000. The local match will be funded through the capital portion of the street improvement sales tax fund.
Additionally, the City Manager recommends amending Commission Policy statement No. 23 Pension Fund Investment Policy. The recommendation would enable the pension fund assets to be invested in foreign stock accounts. The city could, therefore, balance out its portfolio and still remain with a "middle-of-the-road" philosophy between risk and returns.
Consideration will be given on Mayor Marilyn Andrews' nomination of members to the Main Street Authority Board. Also, the commissioners will vote to close a portion of South Seventh Street from Drummond Avenue to approximately 420 feet north of Lucas Street. The board will consider authorization to pay claims totaling $1,302,557.63.
In old business, single family property in the 1400 block of East Prospect Avenue will be considered for rezoning to commercial. An amendment to an ordinance related to electrical wiring without a license on homestead property will also be considered.
On the consent agenda, the following items will be viewed for approval by one motion of the board.
- Consider approval of the bid committee's recommendation for the demolition and clean up of a public nuisance in the 1100 block of Scott Avenue by Sober Brothers in the amount of $3,000.
- Consider action on a contract between the Oklahoma department of libraries and the Ponca City Library for reimbursement of OTIS interlibrary loan lending services.
- Consider authorizing Dondlinger & Sons Construction Company, Inc. as an agent for the city on the Wastewater Treatment plant Improvements, Phase 2 project.
Commissioners are expected to recess to executive session to discuss employment, hiring, appointment, promotion, demotion, disciplining or resignation of any individual salaried public officer or employee.
Submission of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation Utility Crossing Permits for the Northwest Water Transmission Pipeline, Phase 2 Project will be considered by the Ponca City Utility Authority.
In other new business, PCUA will receive an update on Wastewater Treatment plant from FHC, Inc. and receive a bid report to consider authorization for the sale of the tractor scrapper for the Landfill operations of the Solid Waste Division.
Additionally, the Solid Waste Division submitted a bid committee report and requests the purchase of one 23-cubic yard tractor scrapper for the Landfill operations. Payment of claims will also be considered.
On the consent agenda, PCUA will consider submission of the monthly operating statement to Oklahoma Water Resource Board as part of the OWRB loan. The Solid Waste Division requests approval to purchase a truck chassis and roll-off hoist.
Consideration will be given to execute the State Revolving Loan Program Document ORF-121. Requisition for payment of sludge handling and disposal equipment design in the amount of $1,759.69 to FHC, Inc. will be considered. In addition, repairs to the Virginia Avenue Sewer Line in the amount of $67,369.50 to RAM will be reviewed for payment.
The board will adjourn to the Ponca City Development Authority to consider payment of claims.

Fifth District Candidate Brings Campaign to P.C.

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
Democrat candidate for the Fifth District Congressional position Cecil Pirrong of Oklahoma City brought his campaign to Ponca City on Friday. Pirrong was here to attend a hot dog rally for Bernie Jackson and also to appear at another Democrat function in Newkirk later.
Pirrong said he has been in Ponca City several times and been warmly received. He is vying for the seat currently held by Ernest Istook.
Pirrong says he represents "a promise of common sense government not the ridiculous." Pirrong, who retired from the Oklahoma State Health Department after 35 years, has a small used car agency and was chosen Oklahoma dealer of the month in February 1995, and is vice president of the Oklahoma Independent Automobile Dealers.
The candidate says he is running for Congress because he has seen the lack of representation in the Fifth District. Pirrong said he is concerned about the lack of proper medical care for senior citizens.
"I've witnessed personally with my 90 year old father and 85 year old mother, who are both bedfast. I hate to see the couple who lives on a farm worked it for 30 or 40 years and then has to sell the farm to take care of themselves. I think Medicaid ought to be available to people whether they have any money or don't have any money. They shouldn't have to first classify themselves into poverty to qualify," Pirrong said.
Another concern includes education. "All citizens have a basic right to quality education. Cost should never be the limiting factor that prevents a person from seeking an education. Emphasis must be placed on quality so that our educational system continues to be competitive," the candidate said.
He said, "I will fight to keep good paying jobs in America by providing real incentives for corporate investment On the district level, Oklahoma deserves its share of these jobs, and I will work to make sure our state is competitive in attracting industrial investment."
Pirrong will face James Forsythe of Edmond in Tuesday's primary.

Public Hearings On Three Items Set for Monday

Public hearings will be held on three items during the Ponca City Board of Commissioners meeting Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
The Public Nuisance Officer recommended that property in the 700 block of North Pine Street be declared a public nuisance at the commissioners' July 22 meeting. He stated that the property had a hole in the ceiling and the floors were failing.
The property owner informed the board that the property had been sold and was being fixed up. Commissioner Greg Gregson indicated the property was a fire and health hazard, however, commissioners decided to allow the new owner 30 days to repair the structure to the satisfaction of the Code Officer, before further action would be taken.
As of August 21, the deed to the new owner has not been filed, according to the Code Enforcement Department. The back porch of the structure has been removed and temporarily enclosed with wafer board. There have been no permits requested and no communication with the owner.
The Code Enforcement Officer has not seen significant improvement to allow additional time. The officer recommends the property be cleaned up and the bid from Sober Brothers Construction be accepted in the amount of $2,800.
Additionally, a second public hearing will be held on the issue of closing a portion of South Seventh Street, from Drummond Avenue to approximately 420 feel north of Lucas Street. The request originally came from the Southside Neighbors and is supported by Conoco and the Standing Bear Foundation.
A public hearing will also be held on rezoning property in the 1400 block of East Prospect Avenue, from single family residential to general commercial..

Singles Network Birthday Dinner Set for Monday

Are you divorced, widowed or never married? No one can understand your problems or help you "move on" like other singles. You are welcome to join Singles Network and learn how "laughter translates into any language."
Schedule for this coming week will include:
Sunday - Discussion Group at 6:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church. Those wishing to get together for food and talk, will meet afterward for a snack.
Monday - Birthday Dinner at the Beijing Restaurant at 6 p.m.
Wednesday - VCR party at Joy's at 7 p.m. Call 765-7883 for information.
Friday - Eat out at the Rose Stone Inn at 6 p.m.

Young Singles Support Group Meets Monday

The agenda for the Young Singles Network for the week of Aug. 26 is as follows:
Monday, the discussion and support group will meet at 7 p.m. at the Ponca City Library to read from and discuss the book "Men, Women and Relationships?" This book has captured a lot of interest among the group and has prompted some lively discussions.
On Tuesday, Bravos will be the restaurant of choice this month for the birthday dinner. The group will meet at 7 p.m. for dinner on the patio in honor of members with birthdays during August.
Saturday, game night will be held at the Ponca Bowl. Plan to be there at 8 p.m. for a night of fun. The group looks forward to using the new electronic scorekeeping system, which should help those whose math skills are less than average by letting them concentrate more on their bowling and less on their arithmetic.
For more information about the Young Singles Network, you are invited to attend any of the activities listed for the week or call Lynn at 762-1900 or Ken at 762-8107.

SJRMC Seeks More Volunteers

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is looking for a few good volunteers!
Renee Hoover, Director of Volunteer Services said recently that SJRMC has a need for dedicated volunteers and hopes people desiring to give back to the community will look at donating their time to the hospital.
New volunteer orientation has been scheduled for Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. "This is a time for potential volunteers to find out what expectations we have of them and also, for us to find out what the volunteers expect from us," said Hoover.
Individuals interested in becoming a volunteer are encouraged to attend this meeting. "If you're not sure about volunteering, this is a great opportunity to get some information before committing your time," added Hoover.
Rules and regulations are also scheduled for discussion, as well as any questions people may have about the program. Volunteer service may be scheduled for flexible hours. In addition, short and long term service opportunities are available.
For more information, or to confirm your attendance at the meeting, call 765-0509 before Sept. 4.

TEEN-PEP Offers Alternative Education

One of Ponca City Public Schools' newest alternative education programs is off and running. Ten students were in attendance the first day of the Teenage Parent Education Program (TEEN-PEP) which is being housed at Ponca City's First Baptist Church.
Martha Long, First Baptist Church Day Care Director and Jan Whitehead, Parent Education Instructor, are heading up the program.
The licensed day care facility is being provided free of charge by First Baptist Church of Ponca City as one of the components of the program. The program is designed for students who are pregnant and/or raising an infant or toddler and would like to stay in school to complete their high school degree.
Educational components are being provided by Ponca City School teachers in the areas of math, history, English and living skills. Northern Oklahoma Youth Services is providing the teacher for Parent Education through a grant and the Department of Human Services. Barbara Davis is the Educational Case Manager who has been employed to facilitate the development of an individual plan for each student.
Like many of Ponca City Schools' alternative education programs, this is a community collaboration. Ponca City Schools have joined hands with Northern Oklahoma Youth Service, Kay County Health Department, First Baptist Church and the Ministerial Alliance. Many donations have been received for the new program including Conoco's donation of $10,000 to purchase stainless steel baby beds.
According to Kay County Health Department, 75 out of every 1,000 teens (ages 15-19) give birth every year in Kay County. Most of these teens are not able to finish high school because of the cost of day care.

School Board To Discuss Change Orders of Projects

Two change orders for construction projects are among the items on the agenda for Monday's special meeting of the Ponca City Public Schools Board of Education.
The meeting convenes at 6:30 p.m. in the Ponca City Administration Building, 111 West Grand. The meeting is open to the public.
The board will vote on a change order to the Math/Science Addition at the Senior High School as well as whether or not to solicit bids for a canopy cover for the Howell and Fine Arts Building.
Two committee reports will be given during the meeting. Board member Mike Kruck will give a report from the Curriculum Committee while board member John Young will give a report from the Property Committee.
An executive session is also on the agenda. The board will enter the closed session to discuss the possible termination, reassignment, resignation and employment of personnel as well as to discuss negotiations.
Following the session, the board will vote on personnel matters discussed during the closed portion of the meeting.
The board will also vote on changes to the negotiated agreement with the Ponca City Association of Classroom Teachers for the 1996-967 school year.
Also on the agenda will be a vote on tuition for part-time students and a review of a section of the Board Policy Manual.

Election Official Urges Voters Take Time on Marking Ballots

NEWKIRK - Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday for the Statewide Primary, and Carol Stafford, secretary of the Kay County Election Board, offered voters some tips on how to make their votes count.
Stafford said that a valid marking - a filled-in arrow - is shown on posters at the polling place and inside the voting booths. If voters make mistakes marking their ballots, Stafford said they should not try to correct those errors. Instead, voters should return the spoiled ballot to the Precinct Officials, who will destroy it and issue a new ballot to the voter.
Stafford also urged voters to take their Voter Identification Cards to the polls with them. "That Voter Identification Card is like an insurance policy," Stafford said. "If we in the election system have made any errors, you can vote on the strength of that Voter ID Card after you sign an affidavit that states that you are, in fact, properly registered."
Stafford said that voters who want to be processed quickly should vote during mid-morning or mid-afternoon, as those are the two slowest periods for voting during the day.
"Anyone who is eligible and at the polling place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday will be entitled to vote," she added.
Incapacitated voters
Registered voters in Kay County who become physically incapacitated after 5 p.m. Tuesday won't have to miss the election Stafford said.
Stafford said state law permits registered voters who will be unable to go to the polls because they became incapacitated after 5 p.m. Tuesday to vote on an emergency basis. "Physical incapacitation" includes a variety of conditions - injury, illness, childbirth - that prevent a person form voting in person at the polls on election day.
"If you think that you or someone you know fits into this category, contact the County Election Board office at 405-362-2130 as soon as possible for more information," Stafford said.
Special Assistance
Special assistance will be offered to four groups of voters at Tuesday's Primary Election, according to Stafford.
Physically disabled voters who cannot enter the polling place, physically disabled voters who need help marking their ballots inside the polling place, blind or visually disabled voters, and illiterate voters may be assisted by a person the voter chooses. In all cases, persons providing such assistance may not be the voter's employer or an agent of the employer or an officer or agent of the voter's union. Persons providing assistance also must swear or affirm that the voter's ballots will be marked in accordance with the voter's wishes.
Stafford also said that two other services are provided to voters at their polling places.
Voters who have moved since the last election, but who have not transferred their registration, may do so on election day by going to the polling place where their registration has been in the past to vote. While voting, they may fill out a form instructing the County Election Board to transfer their registration to the new address before the next election.
Also, the next of kin of voters who have died, but whose registrations still are in the book, can cancel those registrations by filling out a form at the polling place.
Voting Violations
Persons violating election laws during the election can expect to be reported, election officials promise.
Stafford said that apparent violations will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agencies.
Stafford pointed out that electioneering is prohibited within 300 feet of any ballot box while an election is in progress. "In fact, no one except election officials and voters waiting to vote is allowed within 50 feet of any ballot box on election day," she said.
Stafford said it also is unlawful to take intoxicating liquors of any kind or quantity to within one-half mile of a polling place on election day.
Two other violations also were discussed by Stafford.
"It is unlawful for any person to disclose how he voted to any other person within the election enclosure," Stafford said. "And, it's against the law for anyone to remove a ballot from the polling place or to carry a ballot into the polling place."

Balloon Festival, Air Show Here

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
Shades of Snoopy and the Red Baron! That's what the Ponca City Balloon Festival and Air Show patrons can expect next weekend when various aircraft take to the skies.
A special treat will be the appearance of the Cimarron Strip Wing of the Confederate Air Force brings in the twin-Beech "C-45" Cargo/Personnel carrier. This plane was built at Beechcraft facilities in Wichita in 1943. N40074 is powered by two 450 horse power Pratt-Whitney radial engines.
The C-45 was the first of the "light transports," and this one is painted brown camouflage with a yellow belly. N40074 is an exact copy of the one of commanding general of the Eighth Air Force General Eakers, who commanded in 1943 in England, according to Col. M.A. Thompson Jr., Wing Leader of the Cimarron Strip Wing, CAF, based in Enid.
The plane carries a crew of two and four passengers, plus baggage. About eight members of the wing are expected to attended.
The Cimarron Strip wing is the 50th wing of the CAF and is named the "Golden Wing." The CAF now has over 86 wings in the United States and Europe.
Events begin Friday evening with the evening glow featuring the hot air balloons from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Musical entertainment will be featured also. The admission is $1.
The big day is Saturday with a balloon launch at 7:30 a.m., radio controlled airplanes at 9 a.m.; parade flight at 9:30 a.m., music from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
The runway will be closed from 11:30 a.m., to 1:30 p.m. The radio controlled planes will appear again at 11:45 a.m., when aerobatic air show is slated until 1:15 p.m. Featured performers will be Jim Kincaid, Scotty Jorgensen and Rod Hoctor.
All day events are a display of Classic Cars, airplane rides, powered parachute, skydiving, helicopter rides, glider rides, and static airplane displays.
Food concessions will include a public pancake breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. and hamburger and hotdogs served from 11 a.m., to 3 p.m.
Rally sponsors are the Ponca City Aviation Booster Club and EAA Chapter 1046.
Admission is $3 on Saturday. On Sunday the grounds will open at 7 a.m., and the final mass hot air balloon ascension is set from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.

HealthCor Inc. Introduces Employees for P.C. Area

HealthCor Inc., formerly Ponca City Medical Supply, is proud to introduce two new employees to serve the Ponca City area - Kristel Ducotey and Kathy Garis.
Ducotey is the new Office Supervisor. A native of Newkirk, she now resides in Ponca City with her husband, Howard and their daughter, Megan. She brings to the company seven years experience in the geriatric field.
She holds her Oklahoma Nursing Home Administrator's and Residential Care Administrator's licenses.
Garis is the Provider Relations Specialist for the Ponca City, Enid and Stillwater areas. A native of Enid, she lives in Stillwater with her husband, Greg and their four children. She attended South Oklahoma City Junior College and has worked in medical office nursing for several years.
HealthCor, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified home care organizations in the Southwest and is JCBAO accredited. Based in Dallas, HealthCor currently operates in nine states and serves the needs of thousands of clients.
They specialize in Ponca City with home medical equipment and supplies, oxygen, cardiac monitoring and respiratory therapy.
HealthCor, Inc. is located at 617 East Hartford.

Candidate Speaks To GOP Women

"I know from experience that free enterprise and self-reliance work," proclaimed Brian Harpster, candidate for State Representative, District 37. Speaking to the Evening Chapter of Republican Women, Harpster stressed that a strong educational and business background is vital for legislators as welfare and other programs are returned to the states. "We are at a crossroads," he said, and inferred that ideas alone are no longer enough.
Harpster and his wife, Holly, are both Po-Hi graduates who returned to Ponca City to rear their daughter with the same advantages they enjoyed. He is dedicated to making a difference.
Harpster believes the tax code and welfare should not punish families or marriages. He states, "Welfare reform is a must. It should be a safety net - not a way of life. Education is another priority. Curriculum and textbooks are the business of local school boards and parents. The criminal justice system must be harder on criminals and parole should be abolished. Prisoners should work and prisons should be less comfortable. In general, all government closest to the people can do the best job."
President Ila McKee presided at the meeting. Fauna Olmstead gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Kay County Republican Women, Evening Chapter, meets on the third Thursday of each month at Golden Corral, Fourteenth and Bradley. Meetings begin at 7 p.m., preceded by a 6 p.m. dinner. Meetings are open to all.

'Lone Star' Set To Open Friday Through Sept. 8

"Look, Ma! No space invaders!" was Time Magazine's headline of its review of the new John Sayles movie "Lone Star," adding that the picture is this summer's "movie of choice for grownups."
"Lone Star" opens Friday at The Poncan Theatre will play Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m. All seats are $5, $4 for those holding Poncan playing cards. The movie is rated PG 13. Box Office Magazine gave it four stars.
The plot centers around a 30-year-old skeleton unearthed from a shallow grave. The sheriff in this Texas/Mexican border town, played by Chris Cooper, has reason to believe the body may be that of a crooked predecessor.
He also guesses that his father, who followed the crook in office and was no saint himself, might be the murderer. Kris Kristofferson returns to the screen as the crooked sheriff and Elizabeth Pena stars as the long lost love of the current sheriff.
But point of the movie is the damage inflicted by the lethal gas of long-buried secrets and hidden political agendas. History denied is more powerful than honest history faced squarely.
"This is easily Kristofferson's finest hour since 'Pat Garrett and Billy The Kid.'" said New Yorker magazine's review which called the picture "nourishing fare."

Property Resale On County Agenda

NEWKIRK - Action will be considered for property acquired at resale during the Kay County Commissioners meeting at the Kay County Courthouse on Monday at 9 a.m.
Commissioners expect to take action on bids received for county property in the Dixie Hill Addition of Ponca City and West Meadows First Addition of Blackwell.
In other new business, commissioners will discuss the possibility of a new telephone system for the courthouse. A presentation of the Plexar Phone System was made to the commissioners last Monday.
Additionally, action regarding speed limits for roads in Nardin will be considered.
In old business, the group will consider bids for a used motor grader for District 2.

District Court

Ponca City
Divorce Petitions
Bridget L. Berry vs. Anthony S. Berry.
Divorces Granted
Shirley Ann Wroblewski vs. Jerry Edward Wroblewski. Divorce granted to both.
Marolyn Irene Madden vs. Allan Robert Madden. Divorce granted to both.
Christy Anne Lampe vs. Mark Alan Lampe. Divorce granted to both.
Daniel Ray Presley vs. Jill Marie Straub Presley. Divorce granted to both.
Civil Proceedings
Commerce Bank of Kansas City, N.A. vs. Patrick S. Rutledge and Gennifer L. Rutledge. Plaintiff seeking judgment in the amount of $3,090.28.
Commerce Bank of Kansas City, N.A. vs. Earl E. Koch and Leona A. Koch. Plaintiff seeking judgment in the amount of $5,300.70.
Commerce Bank of Kansas City, N.A. vs. Chris W. Glass. Plaintiff seeking judgment in the amount of $2,668.04.
Jack Mason Agency, Inc., dba Simpson Insurance Agency vs. Insulation Specialties, Inc., Bill Johnston. Plaintiff awarded judgment from defendant in the amount of $4,821.84.
Newkirk
Marriage Licenses
Ryan Robert Dembowski, 21, and Brandi Shea Wilson, 22, both of Grand Island, Neb.
Jackie Neil Glenn, 55, and Julia Pauline Fleetwood, 59, both of Wichita.
Micky Joe Spivey, 43, and Janice Vay Jones, 42, both of Wichita.
David Eugene Scott, 25, and Racheal Nadine Starr, 22, both of Tonkawa.
Carey Hilton Strombeck, 29, and Diana Nicole Geubelle, 25, both of Denver, Colo.
Frankie Lee Canaday, 50, and Teresa Diane Laughlin, 47, both of Blackwell.
Mark Alan Brewer, 40, of Blackwell, and Cynthia Yvette Pickering, 34, of Guthrie.
Divorces Granted
Mark Horinek vs. Cynthia Cheryl Horinek. Divorce granted to both. Defendant restored to her maiden name of Cynthia Cheryl Smith.
Criminal Proceedings
Hearing Set - Ricky Allen Logan of Ponca City, charged with embezzlement by a servant. The alleged incident of embezzlement occurred on Oct. 19, 1994. Hearing on motions will be set for Nov. 7 at 3 p.m.
Case Dismissed - Maria Susana Paredes of Spring, Texas, charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (marijuana) with the intent to distribute. The alleged incident occurred on June 8, 1995. The state moved to dismiss and the court concluded.
Formal Sentencing - Pedro Pable Torres of Houston, Texas, charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (Marijuana) with the intent to distribute. The defendant pled guilty. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 27, 1997, at 11 a.m. The incident occurred on June 8, 1995.
Civil Proceedings
Federal National Mortgage Association vs. James R. Weber. Plaintiff granted judgment against defendant in the amounts of $13,187.55, $25,681.99 and $23,288.16.
Bank IV Oklahoma vs. Donald Ray Jump. Plaintiff recovered judgment from the defendant in the amount of $27,700.99. Defendant to pay plaintiff's attorney fees in the amount of $2,500.
Bank of Oklahoma vs. Phillip Blaine Houser. Plaintiff recovered judgment against the defendant in amount of $12,223.04 and ordered to pay plaintiff's attorney fees of $1,500.
Golden National Mortgage Banking Corp. vs. Patricia J. Ross. Plaintiff granted judgment and decree of foreclosure.
Regions mortgage vs. Gregory S. Holt. Plaintiff has judgment in the amount of $51,438.07 and further sum of $1,500 in attorney's fees.
Gloria Westbrook vs. Bobbie London. Plaintiff granted judgment in the amount of $67,500.
Oklahoma Tax Commission vs. James J. Arnold. The Plaintiff granted judgment in the amount of $3,486.
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center vs. Antonio M. Mesa. Plaintiff granted default judgment for the sum of $7,849.20.
Farmers Cooperative Elevator & Supply Company vs. Bill Brown. Plaintiff granted judgment in the amount of $8,343.31.
Farmers Cooperative Elevator & Supply Company vs. Elmer J. Cummings. Plaintiff granted judgment against the defendant in the amount of $45,400.93.
Aluna Smith Vs. Kristi Shawn Edens. Plaintiff granted judgment in the amount of $10,000.
Janice Keen vs. Pauline Warrior. Judgment granted to plaintiff in the amount of $3,974.59.
L.L.C. Brown Welding Supply vs. Jeff Kreger. Case dismissed on plaintiff's motion.

Brain Disorders Support Program Begins Sept. 24

A family education and support program, called "Journey of Hope," will begin Sept. 24, for family members of persons who have been diagnosed with any of four major brain disorders: schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic-depression), major depression, and schizoaffective disorder.
The course, scheduled for each Tuesday for 12 weeks, is designed to help family members - parents, spouses, siblings aged 16 years and older, and significant others - to learn more about these specific disorders. The program, sponsored by the Oklahoma Alliance for Mentally Ill, also teaches skills for coping with the behavior of a family member with mental illness and provides a support network for families to trade information and resources.
The "Journey of Hope" course was written by Joyce Burland, Ph.D., psychiatric nurse, and is given all over the U.S. by families helping families. Coordinators for the course given locally will be Ruth Daubenspeck of Mustang, who has taught the class in many Oklahoma communities, and Jackie Dahlgren of Stillwater. Both have family members with severe brain disorders.
The course, which is free of charge and being offered in this area of the state for the first time, will meet from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Meridian Technology Center, 1312 S. Sangre Road, Stillwater. For questions, or to enroll, please call the Oklahoma Alliance for Mentally Ill at 1-800-583-1264.
Family members sometimes do not have a clear diagnosis of their loved one. The OAMI office personnel can help these individuals decide if this course will be helpful for a particular case.

'Freedom From Smoking' Program Begins Sept. 23

With the lazy days of summer behind us, thoughts turn to fall and the overflowing calendar of celebrations and holidays ahead. Change of season often means a change in lifestyle, too, and smokers often achieve success kicking their habit as a new season unfolds.
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and the American Lung Association of Oklahoma have scheduled the fall session of the popular and successful "Freedom from Smoking" program. The seven-session clinic begins Sept. 23, and ends Nov. 4. If you smoke and want to quit, "Freedom from Smoking" could help you be a nonsmoker well in advance of this year's Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
"Freedom from Smoking" is a clinical program that has helped countless smokers quit. Martha Denney, RN, explains that the program's group process helps many smokers who have been unable to quit on their own. "There's a lot of give and take in the group process," she says, "And that takes the loneliness out of quitting. When it comes to smoking, many people find quitting together is more effective than trying to kick the habit in isolation."
Denney is Director of Nursing Education services at SJRMC and is also an American Lung Association certified instructor for "Freedom from Smoking."
According to Denney, no two smokers are alike. "Freedom from Smoking" begins by helping each smoker determine why he or she smokes - what people, places and things trigger the urge to light up. Once individual triggers are identified, the participant receives help developing a personalized system to quit. "It really works," she adds.
"Freedom from Smoking" is conducted by experts who understand the motivations and rationalizations that cause people to continue smoking. The program uses a positive, behavior change method that teaches each participant how to become a non-smoker. Participants receive individualized suggestions on how to build a healthier lifestyle. Instructors introduce relaxation techniques and encourage exercise. A central focus is "maintenance," staying off cigarettes.
Formal registration is not required, but Denney will be happy to answer your questions. Please call at 765-0201. Sessions will be held in SJRMC and most sessions will be Monday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Class size is limited to 15, and the enrollment fee is $50.

Land of Country Antique, Craft Festival Set Sept. 6-7 at Hutchins Memorial

By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
The 10th Anniversary Celebration of The Land of Country Antique and Craft Festival will be held Sept. 6-7 at the Hutchins Memorial, Seventh and Overbrook. Seventy-four exhibitors from Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Texas, will be filling the rooms with country antiques, and homemade crafts for purchase and perusal.
The Festival doors will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. A $2 donation for an entry ticket will be collected at the door and proceeds will be used for contributions to the new Domestic Violence Center and other local charities.
Located in the basement Sunshine Room, The Land of Country will offer lunches from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, served by local firemen and their wives.
Proceeds from the lunches will be used to purchase the new CairnsIris Thermal Imaging system helmets to aid local firemen in search and rescue in smoke filled rooms or building fires.
The imaging system is mounted of a special helmet to aid in search and rescue activities during a fire. The high-tech system allows the firefighter to maneuver with enhanced vision and hands-free operation during search and rescue time, thus saving lives faster.
In addition to the fund-raising activities at the Festival, the Committee has selected a beautiful 5-foot, Ozark hand-crafted, fan-back, lawn swing as one of the items to be given away in a drawing. Made of five-inch hand-hewed white cedar logs in Mountain View, Ark., the set should be a welcome asset in any participant's back yard.
The Land of Country Committee is a non-profit organization, which has raised over $200,000 since they first organized just 10 years ago. All funds are donated to local charities and organizations.
A portion of the 1995 The Land of Country Antique and Craft Festival proceeds in the amount of $3,700 was donated to purchase seven Lifeline units, which were distributed to senior area residents. The units enable the client to signal for help in time of an emergency or illness and allows him/her independence to live alone. Lifeline connects the client with a direct line to monitor center at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The Lifeline center checks the client's well-being daily and responds with needed help in an emergency.
Other donations through the years, include $7,800 for restoration of the Lydie Marland Statue; $3,000 to Peachtree Landing Apartments; and numerous other civic projects.

Where To Vote Tuesday

Polls will be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday throughout Kay County for the state and county primary election.
Where to vote:
Kay County
Precinct Locations
Newkirk
001 First Christian Church, 301 West Ninth Street, Newkirk
002 Baptist Church, 220 West Seventh Street, Newkirk
Tonkawa
101 Tonkawa Library, 216 North Seventh, Tonkawa
103 Christian Church, 115 West Grand Avenue, Tonkawa
Blackwell
201 Youth Center, 131 East Ikerd, Blackwell
202 Freewill Baptist Church, 209 North Sixth, Blackwell
205 First Baptist Church, First and Bridge, Blackwell
210 Methodist Church, Sixth and Coolidge, Blackwell
Rural
400 Consolidated 106 School Building, northeast of Newkirk
401 Consolidated 106 School Building, northeast of Newkirk
402 Christ Church, south of Newkirk, 1001 South Magnolia, Newkirk
403 Christ Church, south of Newkirk, 1001 South Magnolia, Newkirk
404 Peckham Christian Church, Peckham
406 Braman High School Gym, Braman
409 St. John's Lutheran Church, northeast of Blackwell.
410 St. John's Lutheran Church, northeast of Blackwell.
411 Kildare School Building, Kildare
412 City Hall, Kaw City
413 Presbyterian Church, Fourteenth and Grand, Ponca City.
414 Pioneer Christian Church, 1701 East Hubbard (Resthaven) Road
415 Pioneer Christian Church, 1701 East Hubbard (Resthaven) Road
417 National Guard Armory, Tonkawa
419 Community Christian Church, 2109 West Grand, Ponca City
420 Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department, Ranch Drive
421 Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department, Ranch Drive
Ponca City
503 Central Baptist Church, 618 East Hartford
504 Grace Episcopal Church, Thirteenth and Grand
507 Sunset Baptist Church, 915 West Greenwood
516 Southside Baptist Church, 1518 South Fifth Street
517 St. Mary's Parish Center, 408 South Eighth
523 Church of Christ, West Grand and Peachtree
527 Union School, 2617 North Union
530 Pioneer Technology Center, 2101 North Ash
532 Unity Gym, 1908 East Woodland
533 Trout School 2109 East Prospect
534 Northeast Baptist Church, 2200 North Pecan

CITY CALENDAR

Items 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).
August-September 2
Exhibit "First Americans, First Oklahomans" at Ponca City Cultural Center, 1000 East Grand Avenue, sponsored by Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council.
Monday
Enrollment for GED Classes, daytime/evening classes, Pioneer Technology Center.
Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
Tuesday
Primary Election, Polls Open 7 a.m., closed 7 p.m.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Cultural Affairs Commission, 5:15 p.m., Ponca City Cultural Center, 1000 East Grand Avenue.
Lake Ponca Users Association, 6:30 p.m., Lake Ponca Park Shelter House No. 3, open invitation to anyone interested.
Wednesday
Ponca City Planning and Regional Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Commercial Federal Building, Suite 304.
Thursday
Free Craft Program, Kate Lewis of STAMPIN' UP!, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library, Call Julie Rutter 767-0345 for information.
August 30-31-September 1
Ponca City Hot Air Balloon Festival and Air Show, Ponca City Municipal Airport, North Waverly Street.
September 2
High Plains Food Coop Ordering Meeting, 6 p.m., 700 West Liberty, for more information call Jeanette 762-3648.
September 3
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Sleep Support Group, for anybody with sleep apnea or family or friends, 7-8 p.m., St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City.
Planning and Regional Planning Commission, 7:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, Commissioner's Room.
September 5
Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., Broadway Plaza, 201 East Broadway Avenue.
North Central Equine 4-H Group, 6 p.m. ride, 7 p.m. meeting, Colbath Home, 765-7119 for more information.
88.7 FM presents Dove Award winning Contemporary Christian groups 4Him and Point of Grace concert, 7:30 p.m., Gallagher-Iba Arena, Stillwater.
September 6
Historical Preservation Advisory Board, 10 a.m., Commercial Federal Building, Third Floor, Suite 304, 400 East Central Avenue.
September 6-7
The Land of Country 10th Annual Antique and Craft Festival, Hutchins Memorial Building, Fifth Street and Overbrook Avenue, benefit for the new Domestic Violence Shelter.
September 7
American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed, 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 407 West South Avenue, adults $3, children under 12 $1.50, children under 6 free, proceeds to children and youth activities.
September 8
American Legion Post 14 Golf Scramble, 11 a.m., Lew Wentz Golf Course, Ponca City, $15 per person, cutoff date Sept. 4, 5 p.m., contact American Legion Post 14 Ray Lunsford or Maurice Johnson (405) 765-9073.
Grate Ponca City Spelling Bee, 1 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
September 9
Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
September 10
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Major Everette VanHoesen, speaking on the Neighborhood Watch Program, 7 p.m., Community Christian Church, 2109 West Grand Avenue.
McCord Volunteer Fire Department Monthly Meeting, 7 p.m., McCord School.
Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, U.S. 60 at Keeler Road.
Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road.
September 11
Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Ponca City Library Board Room.
September 12
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Retail Committee, 8:30 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
September 14
10th Annual Cherokee Strip Cook-Off and Oklahoma State Bar-B-Que Championship, 11 a.m., hosted by Professionals Today, benefits Hospice, Marland Estate Grounds.
September 16
Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 8 a.m., City Manager's Office.
United Ostomy Association Inc., Stillwater-Ponca City Chapter, Ostomy Support Meeting, 7:30 p.m., program to be announced, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center Conference Room B.
September 17
Runoff primary election. Polls open 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center.
Ponca City Utility Advisory Commission, 7 p.m., 1400 North Union Street.
Women's Bible Study "Claim Your Joy," 7-8:30 p.m., First Baptist Church Parlor, 218 South Sixth Street, Ponca City.
September 18
Women's Bible Study "Claim Your Joy," 9-10:45 a.m., First Baptist Church Parlor, 218 South Sixth Street, Ponca City.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Design Committee, noon, Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Convention and Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Conference Room, Chamber of Commerce Office.
September 19
Economic Development Foundation Inc., 7:30 a.m., Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, 6 p.m., Municipal Courtroom, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
September 20
Ponca City Mother's Club Luncheon, 12:15 p.m., Ponca City Country Club.
Ponca City Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
September 21
United Way Kickoff Torch Run.
September 23
Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
September 24
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc., Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Main Street Office, 206 North Third Street.

NEWS BRIEFS

1957 Class Reunion - The class of 1957 annual reunion picnic will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at the home of Vickie (Rowe) Poulson, 1431 Pioneer Road. Call 762-4280 and leave a message for reservations. A donation of $5 each for catering by Susie Q's of Marlow (Larry Crampton's) will be appreciated.

Winter Caravan Starting - The First Church of the Nazarene will be starting the Winter Caravan program for boys and girls on Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the church, 1900 West Grand. Designed for spiritual and mental growth, children participating earn badges for accomplishments. All denominations welcome. For more information call Robert Jordan at 765-3633 or Donna Bierly at 765-6028.

Free Craft Program - The Ponca City Library will have a free craft program on Thursday at 7 p.m. Participants will learn the fine art of rubber stamping as Kate Lewis of STAMPIN' UP shows how to make Christmas gift bags and bookmarks. All materials are provided by the library. Class size and supplies are limited so participants must sign-up in advance by calling or stopping by the Library Reference Desk. Contact Julie Rutter at 767-0345 for more information.

JOM Meeting - A Johnson-O'Malley (JOM) meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the Ponca Tribal Cultural Center in White Eagle. All interested Indian Parents are invited to attend.

Lap Swim - Take advantage of the YMCA indoor pool and swim laps to get in shape and stay fit. Lane ropes are used and lifeguard is on duty. Monday through Friday, 6 to 8:15 a.m.; noon to 1 p.m.; 5-6 p.m., and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, contact the YMCA, 765-5417.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 24-year-old man at North Fifth Street and East Highland Avenue at 8:14 a.m. Friday on a Kay County warrant for grand larceny.

Bike Stolen - A Ponca City police officer took a report of a stolen bike in the 100 block of South Fourteenth Street at 2:33 p.m. Friday.

Accident - An accident in the 300 block of North First Street was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 3 p.m. Friday.

Collision - A Ponca City police officer took an accident report at West Brookfield Avenue and North Union Street at 4:55 p.m. Friday.

Subject Held - A 40-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman were arrested by a Ponca City police officer in the 700 block of Palm Street at 4:52 p.m. Friday on city warrants for failure to pay.

In Custody - A Ponca City police officer took a 37-year-old man into custody at South First Street and Cherry Avenue at 4:58 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

Arrested - A 21-year-old man was arrested by a Ponca City police officer at Fifth Street and East Grand Avenue at 5:33 p.m. on a city warrant for failure to pay.

Subject Held - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 21-year-old man in the 700 block of North First Street at 5:34 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

In Custody - A 27-year-old man was taken into custody in the 500 block of North Birch Street by a Ponca City police officer at 6:31 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a man at the police department at 6:47 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

Subject Held - A woman was arrested in the 2400 block of Oriole Street by a Ponca City police officer at 7:20 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

In Custody - A Ponca City police officer took a 22-year-old man into custody at West South Avenue and South Waverly Street at 10:42 p.m. Friday on a city warrant for petit larceny. A 44-year-old man was also arrested for driving under suspension.

Under Suspension - A man was arrested at West South Avenue and South Waverly Street by a Ponca City police officer at 11:55 p.m. Friday for driving under the influence, driving under suspension and transporting an open container.

City Warrant - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 22-year-old woman at the police department at 12:09 a.m. Saturday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

Curfew Violation - A Ponca City police officer was at a business in the 600 block of West Highland Avenue at 12:50 a.m. Saturday with a juvenile who informed the officer he was 18-years-old. The youth was in fact 16. A promise to appear was signed by the boy and he was released to a parent.

No License - A 27-year-old man was arrested in the 600 block of West Highland Avenue by a Ponca City police officer at 12:50 a.m. Saturday on a city warrant for fishing without a license.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 25-year-old man in the 1900 block of North Seventh Street at 2:01 a.m. Saturday for driving under the influence, driving under suspension and no insurance.

Subject Held - A 27-year-old man was arrested in the 3000 block of North Fourteenth Street by a Ponca City police officer at 2:13 a.m. Saturday for driving under suspension, no insurance and a city warrant.

DEATHS

Allen G. Rager

Allen G. Rager, resident of Dow, Okla., and father of Charles (Chuck) Allen Rager of Ponca City, died Thursday, Aug. 22, 1996 in the McAlester Regional Hospital. He was 83.
The funeral will be Monday, Aug. 26, 1996 in Mills Funeral Home Chapel, McAlester at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Earnest Harrison and Dub Brown officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Memorial Park in McAlester.
Allen G. Rager was born on May 22, 1913 in Dow, Okla., the son of Lon and Hattie Murray Rager. He grew up in Dow and attended schools there and in Haileyville. He and Alpha Hodges were married June 28, 1941 in Tahlequah, and made their home in Dow.
Mr. Rager had been a rancher and farmer for most of his life. He also worked for the Earnest Cook Sawmill in Haileyville for one year, then worked for Nelson Furniture Co. for 21 years, and the Walter Harris Furniture Co. until his retirement.
He was a charter member of the Dow Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Alpha of the home; two sons, Charles (Chuck) Allen of Ponca City and Kenneth of Bristow; a sister, Katherine Hawkins of McAlester and several nieces and nephews.
The family requests that memorial donations be made in Mr. Rager's name to the Will Rogers Boy Scout Council, P.O. Box 1297, Ponca City, Okla. 74602.

Sadie Rebecca Mackie

Sadie Rebecca (Marsh) Mackie, former resident of Ponca City, died Friday, Aug. 23, 1996 in the Silverlake Care Center in Bartlesville. She was 88.
The funeral service for Mrs. Mackie will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Memory Chapel of the Arnold Moore Funeral Residence. The Rev. Harry Marsh will officiate. Family committal prayers and interment will be directed by the Arnold Moore Funeral Service, Bartlesville.
Sadie Rebecca Marsh was born July 2, 1908 at Tonkawa, Okla. in Kay County. She was the daughter of Phinnie Henry and Luella (Bonnewell) Marsh. She came to Bartlesville with her family in 1915. She attended school at Jefferson and Garfield, and later was a student at Central Junior High and the old Bartlesville High School.
She and C.E. Duffey were married on May 2, 1925 at Sedan, Kan. He preceded her in death. She and Homer Lee Mackie were married at Pawhuska on July 20, 1942 and made their first home on a farm near Billings in Kay County. In 1945, the Mackies moved to their farm northeast of Wann, Okla. The Mackies were extensive land owners and were also independent oil and gas producers. Mr. Mackie preceded her in death in Tulsa on June 17, 1960.
In September, 1963, Mrs. Mackie became a resident of the Sun Valley area of California, and in February, 1965 she returned to Bartlesville and was employed by the Will Rogers Fabric Store for seven and one-half years, until she retired.
Mrs. Mackie came to Ponca City in 1978 for a six year residence and in 1984, she moved to Bartlesville where she continued to live in retirement.
Mrs. Mackie was a member of the Grace Epworth United Methodist Church and a former member of the Wann First Methodist Church, a former member of the VFW Post Auxiliary in Ponca City, and attended the James E. Bailey VFW Post No. 989 Auxiliary in Bartlesville. She was formerly active with the Washington and Nowata Counties Home Demonstration Clubs.
Mrs. Mackie will lie in state in the Drawing Rooms of the Arnold Moore Funeral Residence where friends may visit on Sunday and until service time on Monday.
Surviving are four sons, Jack Richard Duffey of Las Vegas, Nev., John Lee Mackie of Wann, Okla., W. Neil Mackie of Springtown, Texas and Greg A. Mackie of Bartlesville; a daughter, Nancy Sue Wells of Austin, Texas; 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Mrs. Wanda Jean Holmes; three sisters, Mrs. Laura Camelia Sott, Mrs. Daisy Belle Suiter and Mrs. Iva Anna Durham; also five brothers, Hiram W. Marsh, Harry A. Marsh, Glenn B. Marsh, Roy D. Marsh and Phinnie H. Marsh.

Wayne Sanford Alley

Wayne Sanford Alley of Pawhuska, formerly a resident of Shidler, died Thursday evening, Aug. 22, 1996 in the Pawhuska Hospital. He was 50.
A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday, Aug. 27, 1996 at 10 a.m. in Longwood Cemetery, Ponca City under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel.
Wayne Sanford Alley was born Aug. 24, 1945 in Ponca City, the son of Roy Stephen and Margie Faye (Boyce) Alley. He attended Ponca City schools.
He and Wanda May Pennington were married Oct. 6, 1967 in Ponca City. Mr. Alley spent 25 years working as a cement mason in Oklahoma and the Ponca City area.
He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Shidler.
Survivors include his wife, Wanda of the home; four sons, Boyce of Shidler, Orrin of Blackwell, Henry and Santford, both of the home; two daughters, Fay Alley of the home and Linda Alley of Shidler; two brothers, Roy of Pawhuska and Steve of Phoenix, Ariz.; two sisters, Marcene Bowman of Shidler and Shirley Hadlock of Moore; also four grandchildren, including Jason who resided at the home, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, William "Will" Alley in August 1993.
Honorary casket bearers will be Boyce Alley, Henry Alley, Orrin Alley and Santford Alley, all sons, and Roy Alley and Steve Alley, brothers.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Alley's name to the Edmond Baptist Boys Ranch Town, 5100 S.E. 33rd Street, Edmond, Okla. 73013.

Wesley W. Stephens

Wesley W. Stephens, resident of Tulsa and a former resident of Ponca City, died Sunday, Aug. 18, 1996. He was 90.
The funeral was held in Parkview Baptist Church in Tulsa on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1996 and graveside services were conducted on Thursday, Aug. 22, in the Fairmont Cemetery in Hollis, Okla.
Wesley W. Stephens was born Dec. 17, 1905, in Sunset, Texas, and later moved with his family to Hollis, Okla. where he attended school. He was married to Versay Patterson, also of Hollis, on Dec. 2, 1928.
After working in West Texas oilfields, he moved his family to Ponca City in 1943, where he worked for Conoco until his retirement in 1975. They later moved to Tulsa.
He is survived by his daughter, Judy Stephens Simmons, and two grandchildren, all of Tulsa; also one brother and three sisters, all living in Texas. Mr. Stephens was preceded in death by his wife, two daughters, his parents, two brothers and three sisters.

Thelma Eleanore Gilbert

Thelma Eleanore Gilbert, resident of Fairfax, died Friday, Aug. 23, 1996 at her home in Fairfax. She was 83.
The funeral service will be Monday at 10 a.m. in the Hunsaker-Wooten Chapel with the Rev. Robert Glasgow officiating. Burial will follow in Fairfax Cemetery under direction of Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home.
Thelma Eleanore Gilbert was born Dec. 8, 1912 in Fort Smith, Ark., the daughter of John and Iva E. Porter Williams. She attended schools in Fairfax, graduating from Fairfax High School and the Business School in Oklahoma City.
She and Raymond Donald Gilbert were married Dec. 17, 1932 in Oklahoma City. She was a homemaker. Her husband preceded her in death on Jan. 10, 1993.
Surviving is a son, Arch Burton Gilbert of Fort Worth, Texas. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Blackbird and Reba Williams, and a brother, Lester Earl "Pete" Williams.
The family will be at the family home in Fairfax.

Ruth Pitman Miller

Ruth Pitman Miller, resident of Tulsa and a former longtime resident of Ponca City, died Friday, Aug. 23, 1996 in a Tulsa nursing home. She was 90.
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, 1996 at the Odd Fellows Cemetery Mausoleum, Ponca City, with the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong, rector, Grace Episcopal Church, Ponca City, officiating. Entombment will be under the direction of the Trout Funeral Home. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Ruth Pitman Miller was born Dec. 23, 1905, in Elizabeth, N.J., the daughter of Dr. Walter and Katherine (McNair) Miller. Her family moved to Tulsa in 1917 when her father came west to manage a refinery. After five years in Tulsa, the family moved to Ponca City and her father joined Continental Oil Co. Ponca City was the family home from that time on.
Ruth was a Poncan for 57 years and a member of the Ponca City Country Club. She attended Stephens College and the University of Oklahoma, and was an accomplished golfer. She competed in numerous local and state golf tournaments.
Ruth was a lifelong member of Grace Episcopal Church of Ponca City.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Walter Miller, and her brother, Walter Miller Jr. She is survived by a sister, Katherine Lahman of Tulsa, a niece and a nephew; two great-nieces and four great-great-nieces and nephews.

Obituary

Edna May Angle

Edna May Angle of Blackwell, Okla., died early Friday morning, Aug. 23, 1996, in the Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home at the age of 73 years.
Edna May Angle was born on May 8, 1923, in Florence, Kan., to Eli J. and Lydia Jennie (Hett) Peterson. She grew up on a farm near Florence, Kan. She married Olen Alda Angle on Aug. 10, 1951, in Burns, Kan., and they settled on a farm near Burns until 1956 when they moved to Braman, Okla. In 1962, they moved to a farm west of Braman. Her husband preceded her in death on April 9, 1964, and she remained on the farm until 1968 when she moved into Blackwell to make her home.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Blackwell.
She is survived by one son, Lawrence Angle, and his wife, Diana, of Blackwell, Okla; five daughters, Bonnie Stalnaker, and her husband David, of Winfield, Kan., Donna Logan, and her husband, Bert, of Tonkawa, Okla., Oleta Asbury, and her husband Clint, of Bartlesville, Okla., Thelma Jernigan, and her husband Mike, of Ponca City, Okla., and Barbara McMartin, and her husband Lloyd of Blackwell, Okla.; one sister, Helen Stronberg of Florence, Kan.; one brother, Clifford Peterson of Topeka, Kan.; fourteen grandchildren, David and Lorie Miller, Lisa Stalnaker, Danny Stalnaker, Amy and Brody McDougal, Eric Angle, Quintin and Bonnie Logan, Travis and Betty Logan, Stephanie and Shane Frazier, Kaye and Michael Nephew, Nory Asbury, Todd Asbury, Gary and Michelle Jernigan, Brian Jernigan, and Melissa McMartin; and eleven great-grandchildren, Hunter Miller, Quintin, Nicki and Ashley Logan, Tracey, Laura and Ryan Logan, Amiee and Daniel Jennings, Dalton Frazier, and Shelby Nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parent; a daughter, Brenda Angle; two sisters, Caroline Bloomer and Elizabeth Peterson; and four brothers, Ralph, Melvin, Irvin and Willard Peterson.
The funeral will be Monday at 10 a.m., Aug. 26, 1996 in the First Baptist Church, Blackwell, Okla. with the Rev. Wayne Bookout, First Church of God, Blackwell, Okla., officiating. Burial will be in Triumph Cemetery, Braman, Okla.
Casket bearers will be Eric Angle, Todd Asbury, Quintin Logan, Danny Stalnaker, Brian Jernigan, Travis Logan, Nory Asbury and Gary Jernigan.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Angle's name to the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation Arthritis Fund, 825 Northeast Thirteenth, Oklahoma City, OK 73104.
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Funerals
Monday
Erma A. Johnson Hayes - Memorial services 10 a.m. in Miller-Stahl Chapel with Danny Cornish officiating. Miller-Stahl Funeral Service, Newkirk, in charge of arrangements.

Jay Carol "Papa" Ratliff - Funeral service 10:30 a.m. in Red Rock Baptist Church with burial in Red Rock Cemetery. Brown Funeral Home, Perry, in charge of arrangements.

FAMILY LIVING

Dr. Gravens Is AARP Speaker

Dr. Alma L. Gravens, Silver Haired Senate District 7-1, spoke to the American Association of Retired Persons, Chapter 432, Aug. 6 at the Wheatheart Nutrition Center. Her topic was "After Retirement."
Introduced by Fay P. Cook, vice president, Dr. Gravens reviewed some of the "myths" of aging such as loss of intelligence, and stopping exercise and 'taking it easy.'
Dr. Gravens said the generation of those in attendance was conditioned to think negatively of aging, thus creating a dread of growing older. She added that people were conditioned to accept the myths of aging rather then to do something about it. She advised members to think for themselves and to take control.
She stressed the importance of each person making their own choices and taking responsibility for themselves, including their bodies, thoughts and ideas, actions and words.
In closing, Dr. Gravens said each person has the tools to survive; to be close to others, and be productive and make sense and order out of the world of people and things outside of oneself. A question and answer session followed her presentation.
Ruby Cavanaugh, president, welcomed members and introduced a guest, Rosa Lea Flanigin, and new members, Gary Shindler, Bernie Jackson and Levetta Porter. Cletus Kitchel led the group in the AARP Creed and the flag salute. Minutes of the previous meeting were presented by Elmeta Kodesh, secretary, and Anne Kinneberg, treasurer, gave the financial report.
Peggy Keith, Lottie Etzel and Cletus Kitchel were voted to be the nominating committee for selection of a slate of officers for 1997. A vote will be taken on the officers at the September meeting. Those elected will be available to attend the November training program under the direction of Vernon Garwood, District AARP director,
Bernie Jackson, candidate for State Representative, visited with members and spoke briefly to the group as he stated he is "determined to make a difference."
Muriel Wallace, membership, announced Wildena Krulic, due to her illness, is staying with her daughter and one may send get well cards to her in care of Pat and Judy Hayes, 1308 Northwest Duden Street, Topeka, Kan., 66618-1130. Also Edna McKay will be staying at Sterling House until further notice.
Ruth Bocox, legislative chairman, reported on matters concerning senior citizens and other matters, including new laws HB 2692, Senate Bill 911, House Bill 2620, H.R. 491, and the Senior Bill of Rights.
Ms. Bocox reported Wanda Jo Peltier, candidate for Corporation Commissioner, has received compliments for her concern for retired persons and her support and understanding of the needs of older Oklahomans. Ms. Bocox reminded members to vote this month. The primary election is Aug. 27, and the general election is Nov. 5.
Ms. Cavanaugh announced the September meeting will honor those with birthdays during July, August and September. Elmeta Kodesh will give a report on a purchase of a podium for chapter use.
Appreciation was given the door greeter, Fay Cook; hostess, Helen Watson, and Cletus Kitchel, decorations. Cookies were provided by Muriel Wallace and Ms. Kodesh.
The next meeting will be Sept. 3, with Carl Balcer, newly elected Silver Haired Legislature, as guest speaker. Members are urged to attend and to vote on the slate of officers for 1997 and to help with the celebration of those having birthdays during July, August and September. Guests and prospective members are always welcome.

McRay, Masters Exchange Vows of Marriage

Erin Lyn McRay and Laran Blayne Masters were united in marriage Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. at Mayfair Church of Christ, Oklahoma City. The candlelight ceremony was officiated by the bride's uncle, Harold McRay of Lawton, who also officiated at the wedding of the bride's parents.
The bride is the daughter of John and Neva McRay of Chickasha, and the granddaughter of Geneva Butler of Pauls Valley and the late Darold Butler, and Elva McRay of Seminole, and the late John McRay, Sr. The bridegroom is the son of the Rev. Larry and Barbara Masters of Ponca City, and the grandson of the late Garrett and Lorene Beller, and the Rev. Herb Masters of Norman, and the late Miriam Masters.
Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride chose a designer, formal-length gown in white Italian satin. The sheath-styled silhouette featured a decolletage' neckline and long point sleeves. The bodice and sleeves were covered with imported guipure lace accented with jewels. The cathedral train featured streamers of guipure lace and jewels. Her fingertip veil fell from a band of white satin leaves accented with pearls, jewels, and iridescent sequins.
The bride carried a fresh cascade bouquet of white Casa Blanca lilies, white roses, stephanotis, baby's breath and plumosa fern. It was accented with galax leaves, loops of bear grass and pearl sprays. Her bouquet was arranged atop the gold heart-shaped locket worn by her great-grandmother as well as her mother at her wedding.
The setting for the wedding included a large floral altar arrangement composed of white gladioli, star gazer lilies, Maike roses, white roses, alstromeria lilies and white Casa Blanca lilies. On either side of the bouquet were two 15-branch, arched candelabra covered with English Ivy and two nine-branch tree candelabra with bouquets flowing from the center of each.
The unity candle, covered with English Ivy and arranged with a fresh bouquet, was also part of the ceremony setting. Two bouquets on pedestals completed the decorations. Garlands of fresh plumosa sppringaria covered the altar railing. Aisles were adorned with 16 pew bouquets of star gazer lilies, white roses, alstromeria lilies, baby's breath, plumosa, and asparagus fern. On the remaining pews were candlelight bows accented with asparagus fern.
Prenuptial music included Cello works by Rubinstein, Schubert, Schumann, and Dvorak. The wedding party processed to "Canon in D" composed by Johann Pachelbel. The bride processed to "The Wedding March" by Richard Wagner. The recessional was "Trumpet Voluntaire" by Clark and Purcell.
Vocalists were Mrs. Kimberli Brackett of Keller, Texas, cousin of the bride, who sang "I'll Be There", "You Are The Reason", and "Somewhere in The World", and the bridegroom's sister, Mrs. Lori Masters Frank of Houston, who sang, "The Lord's Prayer," and "Household of Faith." The music during the reception included Flute works by James Galway.
Serving as maid of honor was the bride's sister, Kelli McRay of Dallas. Other attendants were Robin Ford of Austin, Texas; Sarah Landes, Midland, Texas; Darla Bush, Dallas; Jennifer Cash, Oklahoma City, and Laurie Henderson, Atlanta, Ga. The attendants wore floor-length sheaths of pearl pink crepe trimmed with pink satin. The dresses featured cut-away bolero jackets with satin French cuffs and Queen Anne necklines accented with pearls and jewel accessories. They carried diagonal cascade bouquets of white roses, star gazer lilies, alstromeria, lilies, baby's breath, plumosa fern, galax leaves and bear grass.
Flower girl, Natalie McRay of Chickasha, cousin of the bride, wore a white, tea-length, chiffon dress trimmed in white satin. The dress was accented with two bows and white satin roses. She wore a halo of baby's breath and greenery accentuated with a satin bow and streamers. She carried a white silk basket of pink and white rose petals.
Best Man was Jay Lollar of Houston. Groomsmen included Johnny Cromling, Edmond; Jeff McRay, Chickasha; Steve Chard, Oklahoma City; and Mike Kirby and Jason Kaaiahelo, both of Edmond. Ushers were Scott Morris, Ponca City; Mike Kirby, Edmond, and Steve Chard, Oklahoma City. Tyler Frank of Houston, nephew of the bridegroom, served as ring bearer.
Guest book attendants were Johnna Jones, Francis Martin, and Jamie Short, all of Oklahoma City. Serving as wedding coordinator was Mrs. Darlene Stine of Edmond.
A reception was held in the church's Fellowship Hall, following the ceremony. A traditional buffet was served. Hostesses included Mrs. Marilyn Lambrecht, Mrs. Evelyn Mosley, Mrs. Joyce Roberts, and Mrs. Nona Sue Sheerer, all of Chickasha.
The newlyweds left for their honeymoon in a cloud of iridescent bubbles. Following their wedding trip to Cozumel, Mexico, Mr. and Mrs. Masters will make their home in Oklahoma City, where Mr. Masters will continue working towards a Physical Therapy Assistant degree and Mrs. Masters will continue her studies at the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center, College of Dentistry.

Couple Plan October Vows

The engagement of Laura Elizabeth Young and James Craig Garrison is being announced by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Magers Young of Richardson, Texas. Parents of the prospective bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. John Garrison of Guymon. Grandparents of the bride-elect are Rhoda Young of Ponca City and the late Rev. Dr. Arthur C. Young, and Erna Weinrich of Ponca City and the late Carl W. Weinrich.
Miss Young, a 1990 graduate of Richardson High School, is a 1994 Cum Laude graduate of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, with a bachelor of science degree in education. She is employed as a second grade teacher at E.M. Daggett Elementary School in Fort Worth.
The future bridegroom is a 1988 graduate of Guymon High School and a 1992 graduate of Texas Christian University, with a bachelor of science degree in physical education. He received a bachelor of science degree in physical therapy in 1994 from the University of Oklahoma, and is employed as a physical therapist for Health South in Fort Worth.
The couple have selected an Oct. 19 wedding date. The ceremony will be held at Churchill Way Presbyterian Church in Dallas.

McGrew, Rodriguez Wed Aug. 3 in Tulsa Church

Nuptial vows for Michelle Dawn McGrew and Juan Daniel Rodriguez were read in a 7 p.m. ceremony Aug. 3 at Southern Hills Baptist Church in Tulsa. Officiating at the double ring vows was the Rev. Paul Kent, pastor, and the Rev. Monsignor Dennis Dorney.
The bride is the daughter of former Ponca Citians Mike and Judy McGrew, now of Tulsa. Parents of the bridegroom are former Ponca Citians J.D. and Olga Rodriguez, now of Wyckoff, N.J. The bride is the granddaughter of Jayne Cooper of Ponca City and the late William N. Cooper, and Don and Mary Ann McGrew of Ponca City, and the late Joyce McGrew. The bridegroom is the grandson of Mrs. J.E. Rodriguez and the late J.E. Rodriguez and Mr. and Mrs. Alonso Vela.
The prelude was performed by Lorelei Barton, harpist. Lana McGrew of Tampa, Fla., aunt of the bride, sang "How Beautiful" as the grandparents and mothers were seated, and "There Is Love," prior to the vows. For the processional, Ms. Barton played "Canon in D." "Trumpet Voluntary" was played by organist Joyce Hatchett. During the lighting of the unity candle, the harpist played "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring." "The Wedding March," by Mendelssohn, was played for the recessional by the organist.
The bride chose a gown of white silk shantung and Venise lace. The design featured an off-the-shoulder neckline with short lace and beaded sleeves. The neckline was edged with a delicately beaded rose and leaf pattern. The fitted bodice had a dropped Basque waistline embellished with the beaded Venise lace. The bottom edge of the Basque waistline featured a one-inch wide scalloped band of the silk shantung with lace motifs accenting the upside of the band and a small loop bow of shantung. The flowing skirt of silk shantung extended to a chapel train.
The bride's headpiece was a contoured halo of silk shantung rosebuds with pearl stamen centers mingled with flowerettes of beaded Alencon lace. The single row of buds converged at the center back to form a double row of buds and sparkling lace. The cathedral-length veil of illusion was sprinkled with pearls.
The bride carried a nosegay of yellow, hot pink, soft pink, peach and cream roses, tied with French ribbon. Attached to the bouquet was an ID bracelet given to her grandfather, the late William N. Cooper, in 1944 by her grandmother, Jayne Cooper, for their second wedding anniversary. She also carried a Bible belonging to her paternal grandmother, the late Joyce McGrew.
Maid of honor was Sharla McGrew of Tulsa, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Emily McGrew, sister of the bride, Tulsa; Andrea Gaszak, Wichita; Sarah Ford, Arlington, Va.; Shelley Wilson, Tulsa, and Deanna Embrey, Oklahoma City.
Each wore a floor-length gown of black crepe with an empire waistline and scoop neckline. Crepe-backed satin piping edged the neckline and formed a bow tied at the back of the empire waistline. The honor attendant carried two long-stemmed Calla lilies with English ivy, tied with a bow of white organza. The bridesmaids carried single long-stemmed Calla lilies with English ivy and white organza bows.
Flower girls were Madison McGrew of Tampa, Fla., cousin of the bride, and Sasha Rupp of Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., niece of the bridegroom.
Ring bearers were Chase Cooper of Tulsa and Mitchell McGrew of Tampa, Fla., cousins of the bride.
Serving as best man was Jeremy Vanderloo of Carlsbad, Calif. Groomsmen were Chris William-son, Madison, Wisc.; Russell Gaszak, Wichita; Robert Rupp, Edwards AFB, Calif., brother-in-law of the bridegroom; Fernando Montemayor, Laredo, Texas, and Derrick Ohlms, St. Louis, Mo., both cousins of the bridegroom.
Guests were seated by ushers Derrick Ohlms and Fernando Montemayor. Reading I Corinthians 13: 1-13 was Jennifer Clark of Tulsa.
Attending the guest book was Kristi Kirchner of Norman. Distributing programs was Cathy Bonneson of Wichita. Rice attendants were Chelsea Wieding of Tulsa and Morgan McGrew of Tampa, Fla., cousins of the bride.
A reception at the home of the bride's uncle and aunt, Charles and Ginger Hess, followed the ceremony. Assisting at the event was Susan Palm. Piano music was provided by Don Ryan of Tulsa.
Special guests included the bride's grandparents and several relatives and friends from Ponca City; several aunts, uncles and cousins of both the bride and groom from St. Louis, Mo.; Houston; San Antonio and Laredo, Texas, and cousins of the bride from Stillwater and Oklahoma City.
After a wedding trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the couple are at home in Madison, Wisc. The bride is a human resources assistant at Marquip, Inc., in Madison. The bridegroom plans to graduate in December from the University of Wisconsin Law School, Madison.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Setting for August Wedding

The wedding joining Amy Elizabeth Ring and Shane David Burdick in marriage took place Aug. 3 at 4 p.m. at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. The Rev. David Kuchta officiated at the double ring vows.
Parents of the bride are Don and Martise Pappan, 946 North Third Street, and David A. Ring, 701 North Birch. The bridegroom is the son of Christine Burdick, 304 North Birch, and Frank Burdick, Clearbrook, Mn.
Leslie Rardin, pianist, performed the music program. During the unity candle ceremony, Mariah Pappan, sister of the bride, sang "Walk With Them, Lord." Kevin Goldman sang "Till There Was You" and "The Bridal Prayer."
The bride's sleeveless gown featured a jewel neckline and A-line skirt. The fitted bodice was overlaid with re-embroidered beaded lace with triple pearl edging above the empire waistline. Matching pearls also edged the neckline, sleeves and square back. A bow, with long streamers, extended over the train lined with ivory satin. The bride carried a bouquet featuring a dozen Calla lilies accented with ivy.
Kristi Dobson served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Sarah Stewart and Cindy Schieber. All were attired in dresses of navy blue satin, and each carried a single Calla lily accented with grapevine ivy.
Flower girl was Randi Batt, who was attired in a dress of white eyelet. Serving as ring bearer was Corey Moreau. He wore a black tuxedo coat with tails, and black western boots and jeans.
Attending the bridegroom as best man was Casey Moreau. Groomsmen were Brandon De-Noya and Jason Sledge. Ushers were Brad Scott and Darin Grimes.
Catherine Moreau presided at the guest registry.
A reception at the church followed the wedding ceremony. Servers were Terry Pappan, Amber Deweese and Emily Kuchta.
The couple left for a wedding trip to Oklahoma City. For traveling, the bride wore a sleeveless dress in red and white gingham.
The newlyweds have established a home at 800 North Birch. The bride is a cosmetology student and is employed with Lone Star Airlines. The bridegroom is a mechanical insulator at NOICO.
Special guests included the bride's grandparents, Doris Ring, Bob and Joanne Monger, Jim Pappan, and Clint and Ann Hughes, all of Ponca City; the bridegroom's grandmothers, Irene Walker of Ponca City and Alpha Burdick of Hula; and Debbie Spears, Pawnee; and Scott Burdick, Hula.

Voelkel, Johnson Engaged

Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bell of Tulsa announce the engagement of their daughter, Lori Ann Voelkel, and Curtis Wayne Johnson, son of Carolyn and Clyde Seal of Ponca City and Johnny and Jeannie Johnson of Pond Creek.
The couple graduated from Ponca City High School in 1989 and from Oklahoma State Tech School in Okmulgee in 1993. The bride-elect is employed as a customer service representative at American Homepatient in Tulsa. The future bridegroom is employed at Majestic Marble as a marble installer.
The couple will be married Sept. 14 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Broken Arrow.

Class of '56 Reunion Set Aug. 30 To Sept. 1

The Ponca City High School Class of 1956 will have it's 40th reunion Aug. 30 through Sept. 1.
Plans for the reunion are now complete, and reservations are arriving. Registration will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 30-31 at 307 South Seventh Street.
Call Margaret Yates, 762-0148; Earl Whittaker, 765-3287 or Verona Mair, 762-4444.

Jeffries-Keylon Wedding Held in Tonkawa Methodist

Michelle Jeffries and Koey Keylon exchanged vows of marriage in a recent ceremony at the United Methodist Church of Tonkawa. The bride is the daughter of Chet and Kay Jeffries of Tonkawa. Parents of the bridegroom are Glen and Belinda Keylon of Marcus, Iowa.
Officiating the 2 p.m. ceremony was the Rev. Glen Keylon, father of the bridegroom. Mrs. Betty Davis played a variety of spiritual music prior to and during the ceremony.
Candelighter was Kassidy Keylon of Marcus, Iowa, sister of the bridegroom. She was attired in a princess-style, tea-length dress of black floral lace.
The altar was decorated with candelabra entwined with ivy, carnations, roses, stephanotis, and lilies in a mixture of southwestern colors. The altar table, covered in white lace, held the unity candle and a large family Bible. A variety of floral arrangements decorated the church with a southwestern theme.
Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride wore a gown of white bridal satin in an off-the-shoulder style with a dropped V-waistline. The bodice was covered with iridescent sequins and tiny seed pearls. The Venetian lace illusion sleeves were attached to the bodice with a cascade pouf of chiffon encircled with tiny pearls. A cathedral train, embellished with iridescent sequins and pearls, was attached to the back with a large bow. The three-tiered veil of illusion chiffon was attached to a cascade crown of baby's breath, silk leaves and pearls.
The bride carried a cascade bouquet of white and pink roses, iridescent starburst flowers and miniature pink lilies, entwined with ivy and long streamers of pink and white iridescent ribbon tied in love knots. She wore a single strand of pearls belonging to her aunt, Kathie Seabridge.
Heather Jeffries of Edmond attended her sister as maid of honor. She was attired in a princess-style, tea-length dress of chiffon and rayon in a blush pink, accented with a white Victorian scalloped collar and tied in the back with a bow. She carried a bouquet of tiny pink and white satin rosebuds, accented with pearl picks and ribbon streamers of pink and white.
Flower girl was Tess Johns of Tonkawa, niece of the bride. She was dressed identically to the maid of honor. Ring bearer was Dalton Johns of Tonkawa, nephew of the bride. He wore a pink shirt and tan slacks.
Becky Linton of Stillwater attended the guest book. Sean Seabridge, cousin of the bride, distributed the rice bags.
Robert Hall of Guymon, served as the best man. The bridegroom and best man wore short, western-cut tuxedo jackets, white tucked shirts, black bow ties and cummerbunds, western-cut, black slacks and black western boots.
Serving as ushers were Darrin Johns of Tonkawa, the bride's brother, and Kasey Keylon of Perkins, brother of the bridegroom.
Preceding "The Lord's Prayer," the couple sealed their vows by lighting the unity candle with candles lit by their mothers prior to the ceremony.
The reception was held in the Fellowship room of the church. Assisting with the reception were Shelly Johns of Tonkawa, sister-in-law of the bride; Kathie Seabridge of Tonkawa, aunt of the bride, and Becky Linton.
A western theme made up the decorations in baskets of floral arrangements, small western hats in white, decorated with veils, and black hats, decorated with rope bands and conchos. The bride's table was covered with a white lace cover, with pink tulle and strands of ivy decorated with flowers draping the sides and front of the table.
The three-tiered cake was topped with a miniature bride and groom in western attire. The other two layers featured centerpieces of ivy and silk flowers in southwestern colors. The bridegroom's table was covered in a lace cover with rope draping around the skirt with double love knots, accented with small flowers, to make a lariat effect. The bridegroom's chocolate cake was decorated with a horse and rider along a trail of flowers leading to a small porcelain church. Both cakes were made and decorated by Phyllis Brown of Blackwell, aunt of the bride.
Special guests included the grandmother of the bride, Frances Finley of Blackwell; great-grandmother of the bride, Edith Jeffries of Tonkawa; and grandparents of the bridegroom, Selma Keylon of Guymon, and Byron and June Smith of Texhoma, Okla.
The couple are now residing in Okmulgee, where the bride will be teaching business at Okmulgee High School, and the bridegroom will be employed in the animal science field.

Couple Celebrate Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harlan Rich recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a family dinner and trout fishing trips to Roaring River, Mo., and Red River, N.M.
Mr. Rich and the former Karlene Lamoine Kaddatz were married Aug. 19 ,1956, at Grace Lutheran Church in Lamesa, Texas. Mrs. Rich is the daughter of the late Karl and Amanda Kaddatz. Mr. Rich is the son of Ethel Rich Sugg and the late Paul G. Rich.
Mr. Rich retired from the Research and Engineering Department at Conoco after 33 years. Mrs. Rich retired from Washington Elementary School after 26 years as an aide and secretary. Both are members of First Lutheran Church. Their interests include hunting, fishing, camping and traveling.
Their children are Jonathan and Kelly Rich, El Dorado, Kan.; Amanda Rich, Stillwater, and Michael Rich, Ponca City. Grandchildren are Natalie and Kylie Rich, El Dorado, Kan., and Jesse and Christopher Rich, Stillwater.

Rock and Gem Club Visits Museum

On Aug. 17, members of the Ponca City Rough and Tumbled Rock and Gem Club met at the home of Ralph and Michelle Hoffman to journey to Enid to view the Mr. and Mrs. Dan Midgley Museum.
The Hoffmans, Don and Marcelle Gosting, David and Meredith Inselman, and Beth Bruner and her three children, Brittany, Jacklynn, and Cherry, with their friend, Elise Hagood, all had a picnic across the street from the museum at the park. The group then viewed the largest selenite crystal cluster in existence from Salt Plains and a variety of minerals, gems, and fossils, including a 7,000 pound petrified tree stump and a glass house with a gabled roof of fossils stones outside.
They also viewed a fluorescent rock display and two fireplaces made from fossil stones, petrified wood, and Oklahoma rose rocks.
The next meeting of the club will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Ponca City Library board room. Visitors are welcome.

Wheatheart Menu

Here is the menu for the Wheatheart Nutrition Project, Ponca City, Aug. 26-30. For transportation or reservations, call 767-1620 in Ponca City. Menu is subject to change.
Monday
Macaroni and cheese w/ham, three bean salad, oven fried okra, cornbread, and chilled peaches and strawberries.
Tuesday
Vegetable meatloaf, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peas, muffin, and double orange gelatin.
Wednesday
Turkey dressing pie, California mixed vegetables, buttered apples, whole wheat roll, and sugar cookie.
Thursday
Smothered hamburgers, mashed potatoes w/gravy, tomato and zucchini, whole wheat roll, and cherry crisp.
Friday
Turkey salad, lettuce, corn relish, crackers, and iced raisin peanut butter bars.

Weaver, Graf Are Married In July 27 Double Wedding

Sheri Weaver of Littleton, Colo., and Jason Graf of Ponca City were married in a double wedding July 27 in Aurora, Colo. The other bride, Krista Weaver, also served her sister, Sheri, as honor attendant. Krista was married to Thomas Whiteman. The Rev. Clint Seibel officiated at the 2 p.m. vows.
Parents of the brides are Richard and Dorothy Weaver of Littleton, Colo. Mr. Graf is the son of Harlan and Betty Graf, 2024 Lemontree Lane.
The music program included a duet, "My Life Flows On," sung by Dionne Guddat and Jodi Seibel. They were accompanied by Evelyn Seibel, pianist. Ryan Thiessen sang a solo, "The Other Side of Me." Jon Wiebe sang "I Will Be Here," accompanied by ChloAnn Helmuth, pianist, who also played the prelude and postlude.
Sheri was attired in a gown of Italian white satin with an empire waistline and chapel-length train with full lace trim. The fitted bodice was overlaid with beaded lace and featured a V-neckline and short, lace sleeves. A bow accented the back waistline. She carried a bouquet of dried bridal white and pink rosebuds on a white lace fan. The bride also wore a pearl necklace with drop and matching drop earrings.
Serving Sheri was bridesmaids were Andrea Graf, Ponca City; Sara Friesen, Henderson, Neb., and Dionne Guddat, Grand Junction, Colo. Each wore a tea-length dress with empire waistline and princess seams. The bodices were in white and the full skirts in navy blue. Each attendant carried white wooden fans with dried white and pink rosebuds, greenery and ribbons.
Flower girl was Chealsea Weaver, niece of the bride, Gypsum, Kan. She wore a blue and green floral cotton dress accented with a white lace collar. Serving as ring bearer was Brant Weaver, nephew of the bride, Gypsum, Kan.
Nathan Graf of Ponca City served his brother as best man. Groomsmen were Bryce Wichert of, Fairview, and Josh Guddat of Grand Junction, Colo.
Guests were seated by Brian Weaver, brother of the bride, Gypsum, Kan.; Ty Miller, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Glenn Krispense, Marion, Kan.
The guest book was attended by Jodi Reynolds and Amy Becker. Many aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and friends attended from out of state.
A reception in the reception hall of Faith Presbyterian Church followed the ceremony. Serving as hosts were Curt and Myra Stutzman.
For traveling, the bride wore a white rayon, sleeveless dress with full skirt and bolero-style, short-sleeved jacket.
The couple are now at home in Hillsboro, Kan. Both are students at Tabor College, the bride studying mathematics, secondary education, and the bridegroom studying business, finance and management.

Wedding Joins Chell, Yates At St. Paul's United Methodist

St. Paul's United Methodist Church was the setting for the recent wedding joining Catherine Chell and Darren Yates in marriage.
The couple exchanged rings in a 2 p.m. ceremony officiated by the Rev. Ed. Coy Light and the Rev. Dr. Robert Montgomery.
Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Chell of Oklahoma City. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Yates of Ponca City.
The music program included "Canon in D," "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," "The Wedding Song," and "Ave Maria." Soloist was Mary Jane Barraclough. Others performing were Roberta Motz, pianist/organist, and Patricia Orth, violinist.
The bride was attired in a gown of ivory satin overlaid with organza. The gown was embellished with re-embroidered motifs, seed pearls and sequins. The fitted bodice was also detailed with sequins and pearls, and was fashioned with short, puffed sleeves and a sweetheart neckline.
The center back of the chapel-length train began with a large butterfly bow at the waistline and ended with pointed embroidered edging. The fingertip veil of illusion tulle cascaded from a headpiece of ivory satin rosettes and pearls.
The bride also wore a string of pearls given to her by the bridegroom, and carried a handkerchief tatted by her grandmother.
The bridal bouquet featured large roses (red on the inside and white on the outside), encircled with ivy and stephanotis.
Serving the bride as matron of honor was her sister, Christine Riff. Attending as bridesmaids were the bride's sisters, Connie Bergman and Cheryl Fowler.
Each wore a tea-length gown of pink satin. The dresses were designed with short sleeves, and open back with a crisscross of fabric topped with a bow. Each carried a basket, handmade by the bride, with silk roses and pink and green ribbons.
Best man was Brent Logan. Groomsmen were the bridegroom's brothers, Randy and Gary Yates. Ushers were James Schneider and Stan Barraclough.
Serving as candlelighters were Tara Hock, niece of the bridegroom, and Brian Fowler, nephew of the bride.
Presiding at the guest registry was Susan Jones.
A reception in Fellowship Hall followed the ceremony. Assisting were Erica Reinman, Dana Yates and Kristi Low.
A barbecue at the home of the bridegroom's parents followed the reception. The event was hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Chell and Mr. and Mrs. James Yates.
The couple left for a wedding trip to Lake City, Colo. They are now at home in Owasso.
The bride is a student at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. The bridegroom is employed as an information analyst at Citgo Petroleum Company.
Special guests included Agnes Schneider, Cloquet, Mn.; Pete and Johnathan Bergman, Mr. and Mrs. James Schneider, Dawn Schneider, Kevin Johnson, Carlton, Mn.; Michael Goetsch, Wausau, Wi.; Mr. and Mrs. Homer Hackett, Lake Charles, La.; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Washecheck, Tulsa, and Mrs. Gerald Turner, Plano, Texas.

50th Anniversary Observed

Mr. and Mrs. Ben M. Cowan have recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with several family gatherings. They were honored with a family dinner on the anniversary date at the Crown and Rose, and then a complete family celebration was held at the home this week with all four children, their spouses, and all seven grandchildren attending. Children and grandchildren are Tim and Cathy Cowan, Jeremy and Kaci, of Bartlesville; Kathleen and Jim McBee, Tyler, Mitchell and Abby, of Farmington, N.M., and Jill and Dick Dale, Dan and LaJuana Cowan, Jenni and Kelsey, all of Ponca City.
Ben Cowan and the former Dorothy "Dot" Hillhouse were married June 17, 1946, in Richland, Mo. The Cowans moved to Ponca City in 1951 when Cowan opened and managed the Sears store on Grand Avenue. He retired in 1977 after 31 years of service with Sears.
Since their retirement, the Cowans have built an underground home east of the city. Mr. Cowan enjoys golfing and Mrs. Cowan is an avid quilter. The couple also enjoy traveling and the outdoors. The Cowans are charter members of Woodlands Christian Church.

PC Newcomers Host Dinner

Ponca City Newcomers Club recently hosted an evening of dining and styling. Guest speaker for the evening was Carol Oakes of Design Hair Studio, who spoke about hair fashions.
Ms. Oakes said that her goal is to assist her clients in choosing a hairstyle that would best suit their image. The client is also aided in choosing the right makeup.
The invocation was given by Blanche Thorson. Greeters for the evening were Pauline Jones and Aretha McLucas. The potted plant went to the newest newcomer, Nancy Evans. The spotlight was on correspondence secretary Aretha McLucas, who will be hosting a new activity, "Book Critiquing."
Renae Harris, vice president, announced the upcoming picnic scheduled for Sept. 21 from 4-8 p.m. at Lake Ponca shelter house No. 3. For information, contact Renae Harris, vice president, 765-7007 or Wendy Pittman, treasurer, 765-4509.
Joyce Fox, sponsor, spoke about upcoming board business. DayTrippers, hosted by Randi Brevitz, president, will be visiting Edmond Aug. 30. The evening concluded with Blanche Thorson drawing door prizes.

TOPS Names Contest Winners

Marietta Nelson gave the program, "What's Your Nutrition IQ?" at the Monday evening meeting of TOPS 308 Chapter. Winners of the Hidden Treasure Contest were Natalie McCoy, Ruth Garroutte and Delpha Clemens.
Ann McCool called the meeting to order, and Ann Stuever gave the devotion, "Leave It Up To Today." She also led the TOPS Pledge. Jewel McFarlin led the KOPS Creed.
Delpha Clemens called roll, and Betty Flower gave the weight report. Best Loser was Carol Palmer. Betty Flower won the "ha-ha" pot.
Delpha Clemens reported there will be no meeting or weigh-in Sept. 2 due to the Labor Day holiday. Members will pay double for gains at the Sept. 9 meeting.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit support group whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. It neither sells nor endorses products. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs, and contests are used to encourage weight loss.
Brief programs are presented each week. Meetings begin Mondays at 7 p.m., with weigh-in time from 6:15 to 6:55 p.m.
For more information, call Delpha Clemens, 762-2844 or Betty Flower, 765-5448.

October Wedding Date Set

Announcing the engagement and approaching marriage of Lisa Nichole Bell and Justin Wayde Trenary are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Brake, Kansas City, Kan., and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bell, 2217 Mary. Parents of the future bridegroom are Martin and Marie Trenary, 2900 Ames. The couple will be united in marriage Oct. 12 at Northeast Baptist Church.
The bride-to-be graduated from Ponca City High School in 1995, and attended Northern Oklahoma College for one year. She has been employed at Schlotzsky's for the past two years.
The prospective bridegroom, a 1994 graduate of Ponca City High School, currently serves as an Airborne Ranger for the U.S. Army, stationed in Fort Lewis, Wa.

Reception To Honor Couple

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Whiles, 1416 McGraw Drive, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 1 with a reception from 1-5 p.m. at the Cultural Center, 1000 East Grand. All friends and relatives are invited to attend. It is requested there be no gifts.
Hosting the reception will be their son, Russell Whiles, and his wife, Karen, of Ponca City, and their daughter, Sharon and her husband, Al Jones, of Edmond.
Charles Whiles and the former Marion Meredith were married in Eureka, Kan., Sept. 1, 1946. They made their home in Severy, Kan. and Independence, Kan., before moving to Shidler in 1951. Mr. Whiles worked for Phillips Petroleum Company from 1951-64, when the couple moved to Ponca City and purchased Timz Drive-In Restaurant, which they operated until retiring in 1979.
They have seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Exercise Class Names Winners

The 8:30 a.m. exercise classes at the YMCA recently completed their summer exercise adherence program. Bimonthly competition and weekly door prizes, with an Olympic theme, were held.
Some of the "competitions" were for fun and some had a learning theme. A nutritious recipe contest, a scavenger hunt, a wedding photo contest, wild socks, and red, white and blue day were just a few of the contests. Winners were: Naomie Scott, wildest socks; Sharon Buster, ugliest ball cap; Nancy Hildebrand, least changed from wedding photo; Naomie Scott, healthy entree recipe; Grace Miller, T-shirt from the greatest distance; Dorothy Novak, most patriotic outfit; Naomie Scott, most unflattering vacation photo; Naomie Scott, funniest T-shirt; Dorothy Novak, gaudiest Hawaiian print, and Grace Miller, scavenger hunt.
In addition to the 8:30 a.m. classes, the YMCA offers evening classes. Step classes are held three nights a week as well as a strength and definition class.
Call the YMCA for details at 765-5417.

John Sinton Is Desk and Derrick Speaker

John B. Sinton, leader, Seismic Application Development Group, spoke to Desk and Derrick members July 27 at the Fourth Street Clubhouse. His topic was "DuPont Engineering Excellence Award for Seismic Imaging: Auto-Focusing The Earth."
Sinton was introduced by Margaret Sloan, second vice president. He said a major challenge of the oil industry is to locate hydrocarbons before spending the large sums of money required to drill oil wells.
He reported a team of over 20 people from Conoco's Upstream Research organization and several business units developed, over the past 15 years, computer techniques for analyzing seismic data to locate and describe hydrocarbon reservoirs before wells are drilled.
Sinton explained that seismic data, recordings of sound waves reflected from strata deep below the earth's surface, when processed correctly, can locate hydrocarbons, reducing the cost of drilling unnecessary wells.
Conoco's team utilized both inhouse ideas and built upon the improvements made over the years in academia and the geophysical, medical, and computer fields. In effect, he said, they used, and continue to use, the seismic data to autofocus the subsurface.
Sinton, using video, went on to explain there are two problems with identifying hydrocarbon before the drill bit finds them. The first is locating a subsurface rock formation that is porous and can contain the hydrocarbons over geologic time. He displayed a sample for members to examine.
The second problem, he said, is predicting the contents, water, oil, or gas, of the formation.
He said that locating the reservoir is called "imaging." According to Sinton, depth migration has pushed computer technology to its limits and requires the most powerful super computers available. "Some areas where Conoco has used depth migration to improve its understanding of the geology are the Gulf of Mexico, North Sea, and Indonesia," he said. "In one case, Conoco was able to save millions of dollars by correctly positioning a long-reach horizontal well into the most productive part of a complex reservoir and, in another, Conoco avoided drilling a well when the depth migrated image showed insufficient oil in the ground,"
Sinton also noted that in the Gulf of Mexico, Conoco used depth migration to correct for the large distortions caused by subsurface salt layers and salt domes, which lead to the discovery of very large fields in the Gulf.
Sinton went on to explain seismic amplitudes, which are measurements of the strength of sound returning from the subsurface, whether the sound is loud or weak.
In closing, Sinton stated the team of physicists, geophysicists, geologists, reservoir engineers, mathematicians, and other researchers was recognized for its work with the DuPont 1996 Engineering Excellence Award and he was very happy to be a part in it. During and following his presentation, he answered questions from the group. Ms. Sloan presented him with a gift of appreciation.
Phyllis Kennedy, first vice president, presided over the meeting in the absence of the president, Christy Valliere. Members were welcomed and Mary Faken, chaplain, read "Anonymous Wisdom," and led the group in prayer. Those celebrating birthdays in July were Joyce Johnson, Melba Dysart, and Margaret Sloan. Minutes of the previous meeting were presented by Norma Buffalow, secretary, and thank you notes were read. Beth Johnson, treasurer, presented the financial report.
Martha Williams, field trip chairman, reminded members of the Aug. 17 field trip, an oil field tour by Dave Zimmerman. Margaret Sloan reported on plans for the Industry Appreciation Night in October, with Kevin Carpenter of Crude Oil Marketing Supply and Transportation, Houston. Assisting Ms. SIoan with plans are Andrea Reutlinger and Christy Valliere.
Ms. Kennedy spoke about proposed amendments to the ADDC bylaws and the ADDC candidates for 1996. Members were reminded of the Sept. 5-8 ADDC Convention in San Francisco. For further information, those planning to attend may contact Christy Valliere, Ms. Kennedy, Della Rein, Joyce Johnson, Joy Asbury or Georgia Donoho.
Hospitality coordinators, Beth Johnson and Louise Skinner, were given thanks in appreciation.
In closing, Ms. Kennedy announced the next meeting will be Monday at the Fourth Street Clubhouse, 1500 South Fourth Street. This will be a general meeting, with no speaker, and members are urged to attend. The hospitality coordinators will start at 5 p.m., with the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Melba Dysart, Kathy Wooten and Lenora Veloz will be coordinators.

Anniversary Party Planned

Mr. and Mrs. Billy B. Foster of Fairfax will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception Sept. 1 from 2-4 p.m. in the basement at First Christian Church in Fairfax. An open invitation is extended to all family and friends. It is requested there be no gifts.
Hosts for the celebration will be their daughter and son-in-law, Bonita and Bill Keathly of Midland, Texas; assisted by grandchildren, Eric Keathly of Plano, Texas, and Tina Keathly of Midland, and a step-grandchild, David Keathly, also of Plano.
Mr. Foster and the former Edna Nichols were married Aug. 31, 1946, at the Nazarene Parsonage in Winfield, Kan. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Clifton Norell. The couple made their first home in Burden, Kan., and later lived in Lyons, Kan.; Great Bend, Kan.; Okemah and Fairfax. They have resided in their present home for 30 years.
Mr. Foster was employed with Texaco, Inc., and retired in 1985 after 33 years of service. He is a Mason and a member of the Order of Eastern Star. His interests include gardening, fishing and crafts. Mrs. Foster is a homemaker. She is a member of the Eastern Star and her interests include canning and working in flower beds.
The Fosters are active members of First Christian Church in Fairfax, and they enjoy traveling to Branson, Mo., in their Fifth Wheel Trailer.

Party To Honor John Caughlin

John Caughlin of rural Tonkawa will celebrate his 90th birthday Sept. 1 from 2-4 p.m. at the First National Bank Annex in Tonkawa.
Caughlin was born Sept. 13, 1906, at the family homestead, southeast of Tonkawa. He has spent his life in the farming business, and still resides there. His father established the original homestead during the Cherokee Strip Opening of 1893.
The event will be hosted by his son and daughter, Donald Caughlin and Mary Vannest, their spouses, children and grandchildren and also the children and grandchildren of the late John Thomas Caughlin. All friends and family are invited to attend. It is requested there be no gifts.

Longwood Schools Planning Reunion

The fourth annual reunion for former students of Oak View, Enterprise, Foster and Maple Grove schools will be held Sept. 14 at Lake Ponca Park shelter houses 1 and 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A covered dish luncheon will be held at noon. Table service and drinks will be furnished. Those attending may wish to bring their own lawn chairs. A small donation will be taken to cover costs of shelter house.
"Last year, we had a great turnout and hope to have even more this year," said Marjorie Wealand Phillips. For more information, call Jean Huff Ziegler, 765-9771 or Ms. Phillips, 765-8938.

Aqua Jog With June Begins New Sessions

Aqua Jog with June, the original deep water workout designed by instructor June Foreman, will begin a new session Sept. 3-4. Day and evening classes are scheduled locally Tuesday and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 3, and Monday and Wednesdays from 5:35 to 6:35 p.m. or 6:40 to 7:40 p.m., beginning Sept. 4.
Enrollment is continuous and students can pay $20 per month or $3 per visit. Flotation belts are provided. Students are required to contact Ms. Foreman personally at 762-0035 to enroll and receive information on the location of her classes.
Class format includes a warm-up that focuses on loosening joints, raising core body temperature and stretching, a 30-minute, non-impact aerobic segment, followed by a cool-down, abdominal toning and final stretch.
According to Foreman, there is no special skill level required and no difficult steps or routines to follow. Wearing a specially designed flotation belt, students are supported in an upright position with the head above the surface at all times. Since the arms remain free, students receive an upper and lower body workout simultaneously.
"Deep water training allows you to do aerobics, muscle conditioning and flexibility improvements all at the same time, therefore students get twice the workout in half the time," says Foreman.
"Because the body is suspended in the water, there is no stress to joints, bones, tendons or ligaments since the feet don't touch the bottom. This is beneficial to those who find it difficult to exercise on land or those that are on their feet all day but still need aerobics and toning."
Foreman noted that before starting water workouts, hairstylist Carol Goodno had to wear total support hose all of the time in order to work on her feet all day. "Now I can work 10- to 12-hour days on my feet without support hose. I have more energy and a better attitude," she said.
Inactive or deconditioned individuals looking for a safe way to begin an exercise program can benefit from the water's buoyant properties, Foreman said. "Those who work at stressful or physically demanding jobs find the relaxing benefits of water refreshingly soothing," she added. Linda Wooters, an elementary school teacher, said she finds Aqua Jog relaxing after a stressful day.
"This program is suitable for nearly everyone," said Foreman. "Men and women from the very fit to arthritics, cardiac patients, expectant mothers, or those recovering from injury or surgery can cycle, jog and pump their way through a safe, efficient, non-stop workout. By varying movements, students can adjust the intensity to fit their own needs."
Joyce Flanagan has been in the class since the spring of 1989. "Having arthritis and heart problems limits my choice of exercise," she explained. "Aqua Jog has been excellent for a cardiovascular workout, for toning and strengthening muscles and for flexibility."
Foreman designed and developed her Aqua Jog program in 1989. She has researched and studied deep water fitness extensively for eight years and has received training specifically for deep water fitness in Chicago, Jackson, Miss., and Minneapolis, Mn.
Foreman has taught a wide variety of water fitness classes for 12 years in Ponca City. She is a certified instructor with the Aquatic Exercise Association and the Arthritis Foundation Aquatics. She is also a Red Cross lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor.

PONCA CITY HAPPENINGS

SUNDAY
Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Art collection on view, Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Marland Mansion and Estate, 901 Monument Rd., open daily May-September, 10 to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Daily guided tours, 1:30 weekdays. Petroleum Museum and Marland Memorabilia Museum, 1 to 4 p.m. daily. For mansion guided tours, 767-0420.

Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 1000 East Grand. Includes Bryant Baker Studio, 101 Ranch and DAR Rooms. Open 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, closed Tuesday.

Singles Network discussion group, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church. All single adults welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Sunday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by parking lot).

MONDAY
Road to Hope Al-Anon, 11:30 a.m. Monday. Call Linda at 765-7045, home, 767-5328, work; or Carol at 765-2390, home, 767-6192, work, for location.

Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon Monday, for those with desire to stop drinking. information, call Sue 765-256.

TOPS OK 308, 6:15 p.m. Monday weigh-in. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call Delpha Clemens, 762-2844 or Betty Flower, 765-5448.

Freedom Group of AA open meeting 12 and 12 study, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Woodlands Christian Church, Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. Call 762-3345 for more information.
Senior Citizens' Dance every Monday, 7 to 10 p.m. at the new Community Building in Kaw City. Everyone welcome.

Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony house, 212 South Third.

Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony House basement, 212 South Third. Use south entrance by parking lot.

TUESDAY
Preschool Storytime for 4, 5, and 6 year olds, Ponca City Library, 10 and 11:30 a.m.

Kiwanis Club, 11 noon Tuesday, American Legion.

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.

Domestic Violence Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Programs for women children of family violence. Baby sitter provided. For info, call 76A-BUSE.

Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m.

Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Room 110, Wilkin Hall, Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All welcome. For information, call 765-1172 or 363-0469.

Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Woodlands Christian Church. For information, call 762-2965.

New Hope AA at 8 p.m. Tuesday, at DAV, 401 South Lincoln.

New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House (upstairs library).

Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by parking lot).

WEDNESDAY
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. For information, contact the library, 767-0345.

Deadline for Sunday's Family Living photos, noon Wednesday.

Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212 South Third.

New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, DAV, 401 South Lincoln.

THURSDAY
Story Hour for school-aged children at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca City Library.

Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday's edition of Family Living, noon Thursday. For Happenings, include name of club, day of week, time, place and hostess.

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.

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 765-6486 or 765-7996.

Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Thursday. For location, call 765-3178 or 762-5529.

New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House (upstairs library.).

Freedom Group of AA; open meeting at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. Call 762-3345 for more info.

Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House basement, (use south entrance by parking lot).

FRIDAY
Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Crown and Rose English Pub.

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.

New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, at DAV, 401 South Lincoln.

SATURDAY
Overeaters Anonymous, 10 a.m. Saturday, Woodland Christian Church. For information, call 762-2965.

New Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House (upstairs library). Smoke-free.

SPORTS

After First Scrimmage Coaching Staff Pleased

By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
The Wildcats got what they wanted out of their first scrimmage of the season at Choctaw Friday night.
They found the new running game works and there are still certain areas that need work.
"The coaching staff was very pleased with the scrimmage," head coach Rick Sodowsky said Saturday morning. "We moved the ball almost at will on offense and played maybe better than expected on defense."
Senior tailback Dennis Shields scored twice for the Cats. The first came on a 9-yard run off right tackle to cap a nine-play, 70-yard march the first time the first unit had the ball.
The varsity also moved the ball well in the second series, advancing to inside the Choctaw 20 before running out of plays in the 10-play series schedule.
Shields later scored easily on the option in a goal line series.
"On offense, we did what we wanted to do - run the football," Sodowsky said. "The varsity ran 39 plays for 225 yards. And none of that was in big chunks, it was all four and five yards a pop. That's what I like, to move the ball and keep that clock running."
The one area of the offense that was a concern was the passing game. The Poncans completed just one of six pass attempts. That also left the quarterback situation still unsettled.
"We need to work on the passing game," Sodowsky said. "I told coach (Terry) Henderson I didn't want to take away from the running game in practice this week, but we need to work hard on the passing."
Defensively, the Cats gave up one score by the first team. That came when a Choctaw pass was knocked away by a Wildcat defender but it fell into the hands of another Yellow Jacket receiver.
"I told the kids that was a fluke play," Sodowsky said.
Choctaw ran some offensive plays the Poncans weren't expecting, but Sodowsky was pleased with the way the defense adjusted well.
Going in, the coaches wanted to see how well the new Nebraska-type running game, with its different blocking schemes, would work.
"It worked very well, thank you," Sodowsky said.
"The one thing we'll have to work on is taking bigger splits with the linemen," he said. "That will help us execute even better."
But overall, the coach glowed when talking about the new-look running game.
"Steven Bogadi played very well at center," Sodowsky said, relieved that one of the question marks in the offensive line was answered.
"(Aaron) Kreger, (David) Newland, (Jason) Fowler and (Jason) Shelton all played well as expected," said the coach. "But Nick Steichen and Robert Warrior also did some good things. Also, Jason Miller and Ryan Chapman played well.
"We have to make some adjustments on techniques and angles. But that is just fine tuning. We'll be fine tuning all season."
As expected, the Cats again have good depth at tailback. Shields, Billy Swygert and Kentrell Wimms all ran hard and well, according to the coach.
"I was also pleased with a couple of our younger backs, Toby Red Leaf and Tim Johnson," Sodowsky said.
The coach noted that both Stockton Graves and Chance Throop performed as expected at fullback, but the Cats needed someone else to emerge at that position.
"Stockton and Chance will be seeing a lot of playing time on defense," he pointed out. "I would like someone else to step up there, to just go out there and attack people."
Newcomer Uriah Sutherland could be that answer, Sodowsky said.
Although they didn't see much action, Sodowsky feels his receivers - Wesley Swygert, Shawn Keller, Marc Smith and Lorenzo Jones - are among the best.
"And tight end Ryan Treadway is going to be a big plus. He blocked extremely well,"said Sodowsky.
The defensive front is bigger and stronger this year, adding to the Cats' ability to stop running plays. They Poncans have always had the ability to run down backs going wide. Now they can stop the power plays up the middle. That despite the fact end Wesley Swygert and three of the down linemen are newcomers.
"We used seven different people on the (defensive) line and they all played well," Sodowsky said.
"We bent a little but didn'