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From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Thursday, August 29, 1996

LOCAL
Featured Leader for Women's Event To Make Special Visit
How They Voted
Nearly News
Chamber News
Committee Activities Noted by PC Tomorrow
Ponca 'Pathatau' Scalp Dance Saturday Morning
Clarification
Fall Women's Retreat Set For Camp Horizon Center
Air Show Features Unusual Aircraft
District Court

NEWS BRIEFS

DEATHS
Glenda Sue O'Connor
Everett W. Case
Services Pending
Gerald E. Cooley
Jay McGlasson

GARDENING
Fall Webworms Infesting Trees in Kay County Area

LOCAL

Featured Leader for Women's Event To Make Special Visit

By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
Well-known speaker, gospel writer and singer, Betty Sullivan of Norman, will be featured in special music in Sunday morning and evening services at First Baptist Church. The public is invited to hear her inspirational music.
According to Karen Cripps, chairman of an upcoming Woman's Conference to be held in Ponca City this fall, "Mrs. Sullivan will be the featured leader and entertainment for the upcoming Conference and has planned this special Sunday visit to get acquainted with our Ponca City area women."
The mother of eight equally talented children, Betty will be providing her special teaching and entertainment talent for the Women's Conference, Oct. 5, at First Baptist Church. All women of the area are invited to attend the day long seminar titled "Seasons of A Woman's Life"
Mrs. Sullivan has had unique success with large church audiences in her television appearances, as well as with small civic gatherings and has made numerous recordings. She writes and creates most of her own gospel music and her poetry is found in several volumes.
Betty and husband Jim and all of their eight children have traveled as "The Singing Sullivans" for many years doing Christian concerts from Memphis to Mexico. The children are now scattered across the USA, busy with interesting lives of their own, but the Sullivan ministry still continues in many forms from Los Angeles to New York - thanks to Betty's influence.
In a conference where she recently performed, the Rev. John Welch, pastor of First United Methodist Church of Altus, said "Betty's day with us was one of the most inspirational days I can remember. The warmth of her spirit and her beautiful voice brought us close to God."
To participate in the Ponca City Woman's Conference, Oct. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., visit the church office at Sixth and Oklahoma or send name, address, and phone number along with a check for $7.50 (includes lunch) to First Baptist Church, 218 South Sixth, Ponca City, OK 74601 by Sept. 25. Tickets are limited. Child care will be available.
For more information about the Women's Conference call Ponca City First Baptist Church (405) 765-4427.

How They Voted

Here is how Kay County Precincts voted in Tuesday's election for Marilyn Andrews, Brian Harpster and Jim Newport for the Republican nomination for House District 37:
Andr. Harp. Nwpt.
Precinct Votes
Rural
413 122 188 158
414 6 19 25
415 8 11 24
419 39 42 49
Ponca City
503 83 100 125
504 51 75 111
507 62 66 76
516 23 43 41
517 22 39 25
523 24 70 49
527 84 115 152
530 52 93 87
532 169 214 263
533 56 63 80
534 117 136 224
Abs. 34 17 37
TOTAL 952 1,291 1,526

Here is how Kay County Precincts voted in Tuesday's election between Bernie Jackson and Ron Buck for the Democrat nomination for House District 37:
Buck Jack.
Precinct Votes
Rural
413 24 257
414 8 29
415 6 30
419 36 129
Ponca City
503 54 192
504 41 156
507 62 159
516 25 78
517 31 116
523 42 115
527 43 175
530 36 180
532 49 290
533 36 120
534 22 208
Abs. 11 46
TOTAL 526 2,180

Here is how Kay County Precincts voted in Tuesday's election between Marvin Johns and Andy Barnett for Kay County Commission District 2 :
Johns Barnett
Precinct Votes
Newkirk
001 102 39
002 178 62
Rural
401 6 13
402 1 0
403 64 26
404 34 8
415 24 19
Ponca City
503 125 172
507 94 101
516 44 57
523 57 83
527 146 183
Abs. 34 20
TOTAL 808 744

Nearly News

Anthony "Tony" Prado, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Prado of Ponca City, is reporting on the Democrat's National Convention in Chicago for NBC (Spanish speaking). Prado recently spent eight days covering the Republican National Convention in San Diego. A graduate of Po-Hi, he is employed as technical director for NBC Canal de Noticias, the Spanish "Night Side" program for Central and South America.

NN sends along apologies to Daisy Johnson, a staunch Republican lady who is also a loyal member of the Evening Chapter of Republican Women. It was Daisy who gave the invocation and led the flag salute at the recent meeting of the Republican Women, and not Fauna Olmstead as we reported. Mea culpa, Daisy.

Apologies to Sherman Arnold, who wrote a letter to The News (published Wednesday) that extolled the virtues of teachers. Mr. Arnold's signature was misread and he was consequently misidentified.

Chamber News

By April Johnson Kinzie
Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce
Cherokee Strip Cook-Off
Saturday, Sept. 14, is a date to remember as the 10th Annual Cherokee Strip Chili and Bar-B-Que Cook-Off will be held on the Marland Mansion Estate Grounds. This event is hosted by Professionals Today, with all proceeds of this tasty event to benefit Hospice of Ponca City. Co-sponsors of the cook-off include KPNC, 101 Beverage, Conoco, Pepsi and Thorn Apple Valley.
Kicking off the Cook-Off will be a benefit dance for Hospice to be held at the VFW on Friday, Sept. 13. The Good Ol' Boys and Country Mile (they just got back from a recording session in Nashville) will play approximately from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Part of the Cook-Off involves two contests, one for chili cooks and the other for those interested in barbecue. However, the public gets to taste all these delicious entries. So for a great time, come on out to the mansion Sept. 14 for an invigorating experience.
Just to give you an idea of what time you would like to arrive, a schedule is listed below for your convenience. If you have any questions or would like more information, call Julie Brown at 765-8399.
1. Pancake Feed for the Public 7 a.m.-9 a.m. (adults $5, children 3-12 $2.50)
2. Children's activities 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
3. Public Tasting noon-2 p.m. (Tasting kit $5)
4. Cooks turn-in times beginning at 11 a.m. and end at 2 p.m.
5. Awards at 3 p.m.
6. Crystal River Band 1-3 p.m.
7. "We Dare You" Karaoke 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
8. D.J. Music on and off throughout the day depending on other events 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
9. Giveaways
Second Friday Forum
The action is going to start at 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at Pioneer Technology Center as the Chamber presents a special session of its Second Friday Forum.
The forum will host the candidates for Kay County Clerk, Kay County Treasurer and Kay County Court Clerk. Each candidate will be given three minutes to address the group and then answer questions.
It should be an interesting forum. Make plans to attend.

Committee Activities Noted by PC Tomorrow

By LAURA TREADWAY
News Staff Writer
Ponca City Tomorrow's Board of Directors met Wednesday to report on committee activities.
Keni Ray, who chairs the Education Committee, recounted that they were working with Partners In Education. To date, 18 teachers and small businesses have signed up to participate as a slice of the PIE Partners. Small businesses will be matched with a class or department.
According to Ray, the project is bringing businesses and schools together to provide a better educational environment for the communities' children.
Litter-Free Events will be initiated in the community, according to Linda Ralston, chair for the Environmental Awareness Committee. The idea of a litter-free event is to raise the public's awareness to leave an area cleaner or better than it was.
"It could be considered a pride issue," she stated.
The first event will be held at the Po-Hi's initial football game. At the end of the third quarter, trash bags will be passed around to clear the stadium of litter.
"We are encouraging and reteaching people to pick up their trash," Ralston said. "The visiting teams may even take the idea home with them," she noted.
Benita Graham, chair of the Mutual Respect and Community Attitude, confirmed the committee continues to work on "Make A Difference Day" activities.
"We would like to see all the United Way agencies get their wish lists in by Tuesday so that PIE partners can be matched up for Make A Difference Day projects," Graham commented. "Only five have responded to date," she said.
Cathryn Ferguson, director for Ponca City Tomorrow, stated the agencies have supplies, they just need people to do the work.
An area of concern related to Make A Difference Day, Oct. 26, is the Standing Bear celebration.
"What better way to observe the day than to take a break from the Make A Difference Day project and go out to join the Standing Bear celebration," Ferguson emphasized. "We are encouraging participants to take a break at 11 a.m. or begin their activity after the celebration."
According to Bernie Jackson, member of the Environmental Committee, every day is Make A Difference Day at Ponca City Tomorrow.
Public Transportation Committee Chair Glenn Welch reported that the first draft of the Highland Industrial Boulevard project has been completed. Construction is expected to begin in the spring. Additionally, at U.S. 177 south of the intersection and U.S. 60, Welch stated the land was already being cleared for that project.
Pam Dickerson spoke on behalf of the Growth Impact Task Force, and informed the board that 1996 should be a good, but not a great year. She reported that people selling their homes are getting 95 percent of their asking price.
The number of listings are down. In addition, the majority of houses for sale are less than $100,000.
"The trend indicates people are buying bigger houses. People from Kansas are moving across the border possibly due to the fact that Oklahoma's inheritance and property taxes are lower," Dickerson said.
As far as revisiting the vision of Ponca City Tomorrow, Ray noted that it would occur in the spring. Efforts now will be focused on fund raising, he commented.
Ferguson confirmed that the Department of Commerce has offered facilitators to assist with revisiting the vision.

Ponca 'Pathatau' Scalp Dance Saturday Morning

The Ponca "Pathatau" Scalp Dance Society will hold their fall dance Saturday at the Burr-Hill Dance Grounds, located five miles south, one mile east and 1/2 mile south of Ponca City. Dancing, exhibits and special guests from several states will be on the agenda.
The Scalp Dance is a woman's dance of the Ponca Tribe, but a cordial welcome is extended to any woman or girl who wants to dance. The dancing will begin at 9 a.m. A dress code is enforced for the dance and only dresses will be allowed in the circle. No jeans, slacks, sweats, shorts or skorts are permitted. If a street dress is worn, a shawl is usually worn over it.
Jo LaVon (Butler) Childs, daughter of Wilhelmina (Cry) Butler will fill her Mother Wilhelmina's seat and become one of the four Pathatau Scalp Dance leaders at the dance. The other leaders are Rosetta LeClair, Suzanne White Eagle, and Colleen Knight.
According to leader Suzanne White Eagle, the Pathatau Society has not danced for the past two years in respect for the families of the late Antoine LeClair and the late Wilhelmina (Cry) Butler, and are looking forward to this year's dance.
Other events during the morning event will include the introduction of special guests, including Myrna Lewis, vice-chairman of the Maricopa Pima Tribe of Scottsdale, Arizona, and several members of the VFW Post 114 of the Pima Tribe. Also attending will be elders of the Omaha Tribe from Macy, Neb., and members of the Northern Ponca Tribe at Niobrara, N.D.
A speaker will explain the purpose of the dances and a special exhibit containing the original Ponca Scalp Dance Drum, many pictures, and the history of the Scalp Dance will be displayed by Suzanne White Eagle.
The public is invited to the dance and should bring their own lawn chairs (and dishes if they plan to stay for the noon meal).

Clarification

The Patricia J. Ross, Ponca City, who is involved in a court action with Golden Natural Mortgage Company, is not the Patricia J. Ross of Tonkawa who works at First National Bank of Ponca City.

Fall Women's Retreat Set For Camp Horizon Center

Deadline for the Fall Women's Retreat at Camp Horizon Methodist Center, Arkansas City, Kan. is Sunday. The Retreat, sponsored by the First United Methodist Church, Ponca City is to be held Sept. 20-21. Speaker and leader for the event is former Ponca City resident Linda McDonald and her theme is "In His Presence."
According to members of the Retreat planning committee, Betsy Carter, Suzi Lenhart, and Kay Johnston, the event is open to all women and not just those of Methodist membership.
McDonald, the daughter of Mike and Wilma Landauer, graduated from Ponca City High School and now lives in Denver, Colo., where she is Director of women's ministry in her church. She is also founder and teacher of the Business Women's Bible Study Group in the Denver area.
McDonald has traveled worldwide with Marilyn Hickey on numerous missions in ministry and continues to lead conferences and retreats throughout the country. She is currently teaching on TV Channel 50 out of Tulsa each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
The Retreat will begin at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 20, and will continue until 3 p.m. Sept. 21, Cost for the retreat will be $35 per person and includes three meals and overnight lodging.
Camp Horizon Methodist Center is located east of Arkansas City. From U.S. 77 in Arkansas City, travel east on U.S. 166 (Madison Ave.) about 3 1/2 miles to a Y in the road. At the Y turn right on County Road No. 6, and travel approximately 2 1/2 miles (passing the Whispering Oaks addition) and continue to the Camp Horizon sign at the bottom of the hill.
Personal items ladies will need for the retreat include bed linens, bath towels, clothing, personal items and your Bible.
Registration and fee is due by Sunday at First United Methodist Church, Sixth Street at Central Avenue. Transportation can be provided. For more information call 762-8905.

Air Show Features Unusual Aircraft

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
The featured event of the Ponca City Air Show this weekend will take place on Saturday, when five aerobatic air show pilots take to the air to thrill the audience on the ground with their antics on Saturday beginning at 11:45 a.m.
The most unusual aircraft featured in this year's is the "Culp Special," which will be flown by its designer and builder Steve Culp. Culp performs a "great" aerobatic routine in his bright yellow and green aircraft, an award winner at this year's Oshkosh Fly-In.
Culp will be flying his prized airplane in from Shreveport, La., and is expected to be a popular addition to this year's show at the Ponca City Municipal Airport.
A seasoned veteran Jim Kincaid of Ponca City, a regular air show pilot, will be showing off with a dynamic routine in his Pitts S-2A "Oklahoma Crude."
Three Kansas pilots will be adding to the excitement of the aerial show beginning with Ken Stout of Woodbine, Kan., flying a 180 HP Super Decathlon. His show is accented with "smoke, music, precision, excitement and grace."
Scotty Jorgensen of Cheney, Kan., returns to the Ponca City air spectacular to fly his Skybolt. He will be remembered by many for his past performances. This year's performance promises to be even more exciting, with the addition of new maneuvers to his dynamic routine.
Howard Shaft of Douglas, Kan., a former member of the famous Marion Cole Air Shows is expected to put his Pitts S1S through the paces. A seasoned air show performer, Shaft is well known not only in air show circles but also as a competition aerobatic pilot.
Military History Featured
"A Walk Through Military History," is an added attraction at the Balloon Festival and Air Show here this weekend. Reactors from the various historical eras over the past century years will be on hand for the event.
The displays begin with the Revolution and include the Mexican War, the Civil War, World War II through the present, according to Rich Killblane, who is the military coordinator.
In addition there is a static display, an exhibition of military vehicles and also representatives of the National Guard are to be present.
The air show features something for everyone from radio controlled planes to stunt flyers and hot air balloon launches.
General coordinator is Bruce Eberle. The event is hosted by the Ponca City Aviation Booster Club and the EAA Chapter 1046.

District Court

Newkirk
Criminal Proceedings
Hearing Scheduled - Tonya Lynn Thompson of Ponca City charged with one count of larceny from retailer. The alleged incident occurred on April 10. Pre-preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 20, at 9 a.m.
Hearing Set - Virgil Lee Adams of Ponca City, charged with second offense of driving while under the influence of alcohol, misdemeanor count of driving while license is revoked, and misdemeanor count of transporting an open container. The alleged incidents occurred on April 12. Pre-preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 20, at 9 a.m.
Preliminary Hearing - Juan Carlos Duarte of Ponca City, charged with one count of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The alleged incident occurred on May 5. Court sets matter for preliminary hearing for Oct. 14, at 9 a.m.
Guilty Plea Entered - Edward Elmer Ray Bell of Ponca City, pled guilty to charges of assault with a dangerous weapon. The defendant was sentence to five years to serve 90 days and to pay a $500 fine. Defendant was also ordered to have an alcohol and violent behavior evaluation within 90 days and have no contact with the victim.
Preliminary Hearing Set - Jesus J. Dominguez of Ponca City, charged with one count of feloniously pointing a firearm. The alleged incident occurred on May 26. The matter is scheduled for preliminary hearing on Sept. 18, at 9 a.m.
Preliminary Hearing Set - Kevin Scott Gelino of Ponca City, charged with a felony count of embezzlement by employee, a felony count of conspiracy to commit a felony and a misdemeanor count of false reporting of a crime. The alleged incident occurred on June 6. Preliminary hearing set for Sept. 16, at 9 a.m.
Hearing Scheduled - Tonya Lynn Thompson of Ponca City, charged with one count of uttering a forged instrument. The alleged incident occurred on May 5. Pre-preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 20, at 9 a.m.
Case Dismissed - Walter Joe Martin Jr. of Rosewell, N.M., charged with one count of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The alleged incident occurred on June 30. State moved to dismiss the case and the court so ordered.
Formal Arraignment - Big Elk Jones of Ponca City, charged with one count of burglary in the second degree. The alleged incident occurred on April 16. Formal arraignment set for Oct. 16, at 2 p.m.
Preliminary Hearing Docket - Jason R. Soutter of Ponca City, charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The alleged incident occurred on May 19 or 20. Preliminary hearing set for Oct. 22, at 9 a.m.
Hearing Set - Curtis Lavaughn Rowe of Blackwell, charged with assault and battery on a police officer. The alleged incident occurred on July 28. Pre-preliminary hearing set for Sept. 27, at 9 a.m.
Court Sets Hearing - Servando Castaneda of Mission, Texas, charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. The alleged incident occurred on July 12. The matter is set for preliminary hearing on Sept. 27, at 9 a.m.
Not Guilty Plea - Darryl Wayne Cooper of Ponca City, charged with a felony count of felonious possession of a firearm and a misdemeanor count of reckless handling of a firearm. The alleged incident occurred on Aug. 8. The defendant entered a plea of not guilty to the misdemeanor count. The matter is set for attorney status review on Sept. 11, at 1:30 p.m.
Attorney Status Review - Hugo Peters of Ponca City, charged with a felony count of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and a misdemeanor count of malicious injury to property. The alleged incident occurred on Aug. 9. The defendant entered a plea of not guilty on the misdemeanor count. The matter is set for attorney status review on Sept. 11, at 1:30 p.m.
Civil Proceedings
Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation vs. Paul Phillip Burris. Plaintiff granted judgment in the amount of $33,567.34.

NEWS BRIEFS

Vandalism - A man in the 200 block of South Fourteenth Street contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 7:48 a.m. Wednesday to report the window was shot out of his truck. An officer took a report.

Burglary - An employee of a business in the 1900 block of West Highland Avenue notified the Ponca City Police Department at 8:52 a.m. that the business had been burglarized. A report was taken.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 28-year-old man in the 2500 block of Canterbury Avenue at 3:07 p.m. Wednesday on a Sedgwick County warrant and Kay County warrant.

Larceny - A woman in the 800 block of North Sunset Street contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 3:09 p.m. Wednesday to report items missing from her yard and vehicle. A grand larceny report was taken.

Subject Held - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 41-year-old man in the 300 block of West Grand Avenue at 5:09 p.m. Wednesday for altered prescription. An employee at the business reported the altered prescription.

Accident - A Ponca City police officer took a report of an accident at East Hartford Avenue and Northeast Woodland at 5:37 p.m. Wednesday. The Traffic Department was advised that the stop sign was down.

Fire - The Ponca City Fire Department responded to the report of a fire in the 1600 block of South Thirteenth Street at 6:31 p.m. Wednesday. The fire started in the dryer. Damage is estimated at $1,500.

In Custody - A 40-year-old man was taken into custody by a Ponca City police officer at 12:54 a.m. Thursday for failure to pay.

DEATHS

Glenda Sue O'Connor

Glenda Sue (Ganz) O'Connor, former Ponca City resident, died Monday morning, Aug. 26, 1996, in Pasadena, Texas. She was 54.
The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, at the Ponca City First Lutheran Church with the Rev. Paul Volz, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Ponca City IOOF Cemetery under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel.
Glenda Sue (Ganz) O'Connor was born April 11, 1942, in Cushing, the daughter of Edwin V. and Valoise (Roberts) Ganz. She graduated from Ponca City High School in 1960.
She was married to James Allan O'Connor on Jan. 13, 1973, in Ponca City. The couple were currently living in Pasadena, Texas, where Mrs. O'Connor was a homemaker. She was a member of the Christ Redeemer Lutheran Church in LaPorte, Texas.
Survivors include her husband James O'Connor of Pasadena; three sons, Randy Dean O'Connor of Saipan, and James O'Connor and Bryan Robert Henderson both of Houston, Texas; one daughter, Patrice Michelle Hebert of Houston, Texas; one brother, Larry Dean Ganz of Marshall; one sister, Shirley Fox of Newcastle; seven grandchildren; and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. O'Connor's name to the Epilepsy Foundation of America, 4351 Garden City Drive, Landover, Md. 20785-2223.
The family will be at 833 Edgewood in Ponca City.

Everett W. Case

Everett W. Case, lifelong Ponca City area resident, died Wednesday morning, Aug. 28, 1996, at his home on Route 3. He was 79.
The funeral will be held graveside at 10 a.m. Friday at the Longwood Cemetery, with Major Harvey Adams, Salvation Army Church, officiating. Burial is under the direction of Trout Funeral Home, where friends may call until 9 a.m. Friday.
Everett W. Case was born April 15, 1917, southwest of Ponca City, the son of John P. and Effie V. (Whitlock) Case. He attended Ponca City schools.
On May 4, 1941, he was married to Frances O. Nehring in Newkirk and the couple made their home on Route 3, in Osage County for many years. Case was employed by the Ponca City Sanitation Department for several years, retiring in May 1979, as supervisor. He also farmed around the Ponca City area throughout his working years. His hobbies included hunting, gardening, and trail-riding with the Marland Round-up Club, in which he had a lifetime membership.
Survivors include his wife, Frances O. Case, of the home; one sister, Hope Esther Mitchell of Ponca City; two grandsons; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Larry E. Case; two brothers, Johnnie P. Case Jr. and Robert L. Case; and one infant sister, Ruth.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Case's name to Hospice of Ponca City; 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601.
The family will be at the home on Route 3.

Services Pending

Gerald E. Cooley

Gerald E. Cooley, longtime Ponca City resident, died at his home Monday afternoon, Aug. 26, 1996. He was 79. A memorial service is set for 2 p.m. Sunday in the Hartford Avenue Church of Christ. Other arrangements will be announced later by Grace Memorial Chapel.

Jay McGlasson

NEWKIRK p; Jay McGlasson, Newkirk resident, died at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, Wednesday evening, Aug. 28, 1996. He was 29. Arrangements are pending with Miller-Stahl Funeral Service in Newkirk.

GARDENING

Fall Webworms Infesting Trees in Kay County Area

Fall webworms are numerous on many tree species across Kay County at this time.
The adult moths are almost pure white and have a wing-spread of about 1 1/4 inches. Adults of the overwintering generation emerge during May or occasionally in late April. Egg laying occurs in late May and early June. Each female can lay 400 to 500 eggs in masses on the underside of leaves. Larvae begin hatching in early June and immediately begin to spin the web in which they feed.
The web is extended as the larvae grow. The larvae mature and leave the trees to pupate in late July. First generation adults emerge during August and second generation larvae are present from late August into early October. Second generation pupae are the overwintering stage. There are two generations per year.
The fall webworm has been recorded on at least 88 species of shade, fruit, and ornamental trees in the United States. The preferred hosts vary from one area to another. In Oklahoma, persimmon and pecan are most commonly infested and black walnut and hickory are also common hosts. Sycamore, birch, and redbud are often attacked in years of heavy infestations. Infestations on cottonwood, American elm, and bald cypress have been observed.
Damage is caused by the larvae feeding on the leaves. They rarely are heavy enough to defoliate trees except for young pecans and persimmons. On most forest and shade trees, the insect is detrimental mainly to the beauty of the host and is thus more of a nuisance than a threat to the health of the tree. Actual damage can occur on pecan as defoliation affects tree vigor, yield, and nut quality. The earlier the defoliation, the more harmful the damage.
Small larvae and their small webs may be cut out and destroyed, but larger larvae or those high in trees will need to be treated to achieve control. Sufficient spray pressure is needed to reach and penetrate the webs of these caterpillars. Several insecticides will normally provide control if adequate spray penetrates the webbing. These include Seven, Malathion, Diazinon and others. Also. Bacillus thuringiensis, a bacterial insecticide, has provided control of this insect.