From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Sunday, August
3, 1997
LOCAL
Bartlesville Man Killed In Kay County Accident
Cemetery Article Information Clarified
Nearly News
Letters
Portion of Fifth Street Extension Open to Local Traffic
City Calendar
Variety of Participants Sought For Sept. 6 United Way Parade
Controlled Burns Can Be Safe If Proper Procedures Followed
Ponca Citian Honored by DHS For Making Bunnies for Kids
Blackwell Adds New Doctor To BRH Staff
Piemakers, Musicians Gear Up for Festival
Familiar 'Painted' Face Returning To Perform at Wild West Rodeo
Area Convicts On August Parole Docket
Students Urged To Follow School Parking Regulations
School Faculty, Staff Meetings Scheduled
'93 Award-Winning Author To Sign Autographs Friday
Fire Department To Have Own Advisory Group
Enrollment for Mid-High Set This Week
4-Year-Olds Program Set
DEATHS
Faye Dorothy Worley
Thelma Arleda Dowd
Maiden A. Elsberry
Services Pending
Floy C. Williams
John Hutchison
Mark C. Heltzel
George A. Hughes
Edith M. Phillips
NEWS BRIEFS
LIFESTYLES
Singles Network Names Social Plans for Week
Little News
1952 Class Sets Reunion Dates
1978 Class Reunion
Primetimer Plans
Fibromyalgia Group Schedules Meeting
Cultural Center Group Member Of OMA, Trust
State 4-H Scholarships Are Announced
Shelly Schlecht Engaged
State Quilters Slate Retreat
Pair Celebrates 50 Years
Couple Marks Anniversary
Kimberly Dawn Stuckey Marries Eric Dell Ward
Wheatheart Nutrition
TOPS Chapter Holds Meeting
Lifestyles Deadlines
New Zealand Couple Visits Ponca City
Lori Beth Lessert is Bride Of Jason Michael George
Joyce Ann Deem Becomes Bride of Terry Wayne Moore
Bucks Celebrate 25 Years
Reception To Honor Wards
Ponca City Happenings
SPORTS
Multiple Winners Shine: Oklahoman Seeks Pair Of Trophies
For All-Stater Chapman: Football Becomes Fun Again
Golf Notes
School Sports
Cavener Has PCCC Lead
By The Associated Press
A Bartlesville man died Friday when he lost control of the vehicle he was driving, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol said.
Three others were injured in the accident that occurred on a country road in Kay County.
John Charles Hutchinson, 37, was pronounced dead on arrival at St. Joseph Hospital in Ponca City from head and internal injuries, the patrol said.
Hutchinson was traveling north bound when the vehicle hit a dip in the road. The patrol said Hutchinson lost control of the vehicle and it went into a broad slide going off the west side of the road. The vehicle overturned two 1/2 times. The patrol said Hutchinson was ejected from the vehicle and pinned under it for 25 minutes.
Another passenger, Robert L. Brady, 28, of Hominy, was transferred to a hospital in Wichita, Kan. He was in critical condition with head and internal injuries. The patrol said Brady was also ejected from the vehicle.
Ronnie L. Reed, 20, of Hominy was in good condition at St. Joseph Hospital.
The patrol said only Brady was wearing his seat belt.
A story in Friday's News discussed the proposed sale of the local IOOF Cemetery to a Canada-based corporation and it mentioned that the company would be purchasing the undeveloped land now owned by the Odd Fellows Lodge.
To clarify the point, the purchase will have no effect on cemetery lots that have been purchased by individuals or families before the sale. This is true whether or not the lots are currently empty.
Be sure and read today's special "Back to School" section elsewhere in today's News.
One item of note: In the advertisement for the YMCA, some of the information is incorrect. Revised registration information for the Y's NFL Flag Football program arrived too late to be changed before the section went to press.
The updated information: Registration for YMCA youths and family members will be $22 before Aug. 27 and $27 after that date. For community participants it will be $32 before Aug. 27 and $37 after.
Take Straight Line
Ponca City needs a new fire station! Our firemen need and deserve better working conditions than what they have been subjected to. There can be no doubt or argument about that! How do we get from here to there seems to be the question. I was taught that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line.
Why, then, do we not apply that same analogy to this question? If taxpayers are presented a straight forward solution which will solve the problem, they usually vote positively. Note the street tax assessments.
However, when something is presented with more baggage than necessary, in the citizens' opinions, it runs into trouble. Note the economic development vote where people felt they had been misled. Note the school bond vote which was a negative reaction and more recently, the fire station item which was defeated.
Perhaps the commissioners should take into consideration the citizens may not want their city park turned into a fire station location. Perhaps the citizens cannot see their way to vote for new/remodeled city offices or new/remodeled communications center when they have many uncertainties about the local economic picture at this time.
The time when citizens voted carte blanche appears to be past. You cannot lose half the jobs from a major corporate employer without having an effect on a community. Note the lack of new home construction permits! Folks have a right to vote their minds without now having the fingers pointed at them because we are in dire need of a new fire station which should already have been started. The pulse of the citizens should be read more closely. Why can't the fire station be built nearby where it is in now? We have the land! Folks in the south part of town deserve it. There are some stations in the north and west. The town has gone to the north, but how much now and how fast is questionable.
Lets tell the citizens where we will build it, vote on it and get it done. Fifty years from now someone can do a study and tell the citizens it should have been done differently. Lets build a new fire station, then lets address the other problem areas-one by one if we have to, but in a way taxpayers can understand. Let's also maintain them along the way so they all do not fall apart at the same time. I would not have the commissioners' job for any amount of compensation, all they get now is a pat on the-back or the brunt of our ire but they choose to serve and I applaud them, however, I hope they will work together, try the straight line approach and let's keep Ponca City safe, the firemen treated fairly and the citizens; opinions respected
Donna Evans
Museum Fine Tribute
Bravo to Ms. Abercrombie on her story regarding the RAF flight school and it's graduates. As a current military aviator I truly enjoyed reading about Ponca's military past and importance to the war effort in World War II.
My mother, Sondra Castillo, recently came to California to visit grandkids and brought a copy of the July 7 story along. I was especially interested to read in her story about the lady going to the opening of the American Aviation museum in Duxford, England.
On a recent Temporary Duty Assignment, I had the great fortune of spending several nights in Flint Cross, Hertfordshire, England, just five minutes from the Imperial War Museum where the new American museum is located. My crew and I visited the museum and got an "unofficial" tour of the new American display.
It is a grand sight with the entire structure built around the giant dimensions of the Boeing B-52. It is a fine tribute to those who sacrificed their time and many their lives for freedom in Europe. If any of your subscribers are ever in the United Kingdom, they should not depart until visiting the museum. It is only about 1.5 hours north of London and minutes away from Cambridge. With many planes from WWII and beyond, a piece of the Berlin Wall and numerous other artifacts the American Aviation Museum is a must for all to see!
Sincerely,
Capt. Curt Castillo
Vacaville, CA
Daughters Say Thanks
Dear Ponca City Friends,
We learned a lot about what it means to be a good friend from our Daddy, but we learned just as much from watching you care for and support him.
Thank you for all of your prayers and support - especially the past few weeks.
This community will always mean a great deal to us.
Love, the daughters of Larry Hughes
Lori Markes, Waukomis
Allison Eve, Tulsa
By PATTI PFEIFFER
News Staff Writer
A portion of the Fifth Street extension project opened to local traffic Friday as the final touches on the first block extending from Hartford Avenue to Williams Avenue were completed.
Earlier in the week trucks lined up three deep to deliver the final layer of asphalt as the "roller" drivers stood by patiently waiting to begin their job of compacting the black gooey layer, preparing it for traffic.
The first block will be open only to local traffic until the entire project is completed sometime in December. There are several reasons for this explains Ken Parr, Ponca City Public Works director. The first and foremost reason is safety of the construction workers as well as the general public. Heavy traffic could pose problems and create a hazardous situation while construction continues in the area.
Secondly there is another "lift" or layer of asphalt that needs to be laid before the street is completely prepared for the onslaught of traffic the new thoroughfare is expected to handle. This last layer is a different mixture of asphalt and it is more cost effective when delivered and applied to longer sections of the street Parr explained. Opening the section to local traffic only will reduce the wear and tear on the new section of road until the last layer can be applied sometime in the future
The next section, the block north of Young Avenue, is not scheduled for completion for at least a month, according to Parr.
The entire project involves the four-lane extension of Fifth Street from Hartford Avenue to Prospect Avenue and includes connecting Bradley Avenue to Fifth Street. The completion date is scheduled for December 1997.
Since work began in March, 20 percent of the total project has been completed and 90 percent of both the dirt work and storm water drainage structure systems has been completed. "The dirt work is the most time consuming," Parr says. "Now that the majority of it has been completed the work will begin to 'mushroom' and more will get done in less time."
Although portions are outside the public's view, work is being done throughout the entire length of the project. While the southern section from Hartford Avenue to Williams Avenue is nearing completion, the northern section is not far behind. The initial lift of asphalt has been laid at the northern end of the project from just south of Shannon Road to just south of Windsor Road. Next week crews will begin work on the concrete curb and gutter installation.
Meanwhile the grading and groundwork on the undeveloped middle section is continuing. Graders are preparing the base so that crews may begin to lay asphalt by the end of next week.
When complete the "new" Fifth Street will host a heavy flow of traffic. Mike Lane, city traffic engineer, predicts the new alternate automobile artery will be widely used. He expects as many as 8,000 vehicles to travel the new section within a 24-hour period. Currently about 8,500 cars travel Fifth Street south of Hartford Avenue. Reports show the 20-year projection for traffic flow is 11,700 cars per 24-hour period.
Evans and Associates, the project contractor, is taking extra measures to ensure the quality of work being done on the local project. Jackie Bohon, the vice president, is personally overseeing the project. "We are on schedule and very pleased with the project. The public has been very accommodating and understanding during construction," Bohon said.
The $1.6 million project is being funded by a 50 percent Oklahoma Department of Transportation grant and 50 percent by a local match from tax funds.
Items for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon.
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Calling all kids, calling all kids, and bicyclists and runners and people hungry for breakfast and anyone who likes parades and festivals.
On Sept. 6, Ponca City will celebrate the 1997-98 United Way campaign kickoff with its theme of "Keys to a Caring Community."
"We want the entire community to be involved with United Way, not just monetarily, but in person." said Brad Dickey, United Way campaign chairman.
"You can't get more community-oriented than United Way. Our goal with the kickoff is to bring people together in the name of community spirit to both have a good time and be made aware of the member agencies and the work made possible through United Way contributions." he added.
The full day of activities will begin at 7 a.m. with a pancake and sausage breakfast at the Masonic Lodge that will continue until noon. A bike ride and fun run/walk are also scheduled during the morning for participants of all ages.
The parade, which begins at 10 a.m. at Union and Grand, will feature floats, wheeled entries (bikes, roller blades, golf carts, wheelchairs, skateboards), military vehicles, fire trucks, the Army National Guard color guard, cheerleaders and bands. Everyone is encouraged to participate - children, representatives from clubs, schools, organizations.
"We're doing it up big this year," said parade chairman James York. "There will probably be as many people in the parade as watching it."
One highlight of the parade is a "mock bed race" to serve as a teaser for the full-blown bed race to be held in the spring. Organization and club members, get ready for stiff competition.
Let the festival begin! At the end of the parade route in Centennial Plaza, the United Way Festival will begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 1 p.m. With fun, food and games, children of all ages can participate in this important kickoff event. Face painting, the moonwalk, entertainment, magic and the Pioneer Technology Mobile Technology Center are just a few of the featured activities.
For more information on how to participate in the United Way campaign kickoff events, contact the United Way office, 765-2476.
United Way of Ponca City supports 17 member agencies: American Red Cross, Arthritis Foundation, Will Rogers Boy Scout Council, Bridgeway, Child Development Center, Domestic Violence Program, Bluestem Girl Scout Council, Golden Villa Adult Day Services, Helpline, Hospice of Ponca City, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, New Emergency Resource Agency, Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, RSVP, The Salvation Army and the YMCA.
By PATTI PFEIFFER
News Staff Writer
'Tis the season when it seems areas surrounding Ponca City are going up in smoke. On any given day the horizon fills with thick, dense smoke coming from distant fires, the result of farmers preparing their fields for future cultivation.
Controlled burns are especially prevalent this time of year and will continue until the fall says Ponca City Fire Chief Larry Mullikin. According to fire logs there have been several controlled burns during the past week alone.
Mullikin has a few recommendations and reminders for burners and bystanders alike. The fire needs to be reported to the fire department at 767-0360. This prevents an unknowing person from calling in the fire and emergency personnel responding needlessly. However, in the event a controlled burn becomes uncontrollable, the fire department should be notified as soon as possible.
To help contain the fire Mullikin suggests discing the outer boundaries to define the burn area and only burn when winds are less than 10 m.p.h. The chief also recommends having both a source of water and a mobile phone close by in case of an emergency .
Curiosity can kill people as well cats. Mullikin explains that every year firemen and innocent bystanders are killed and injured as a result of people driving through smoke unable to see where they are going or what lies ahead of them. "Like thick fog, smoke causes a very dangerous situation for drivers," Mullikin warns. "Unless absolutely necessary avoid the situation."
Jane Ann Storrusten of Ponca City was recently honored for volunteer services along with 30 other state volunteers recently at the DHS State Volunteer Awards Ceremonies in Oklahoma City. The awards were from the Department of Human Services.
Storrusten sewed stuffed bunnies to distribute to organizations that help children who have been abused or mistreated.
"The bunnies represent something for the children to hold on to," says Storrusten.
Since 1992, she has made more than 800 bunnies, each of which requires eight hours to complete.
Storrusten also provides most of the material that go into the bunnies, and puts her personal touch into each unique gift.
Department of Human Services Director George A. Miller presented the award to Storrusten.
BLACKWELL - David Dunnington, M.D., is joining the staff of physicians at Blackwell Regional Hospital this August, according to Greg Martin, chief executive.
Dunnington is a 1992 graduate of the University of Oklahoma Medical School. In 1995 he graduated from his residency at Bass Hospital in Enid. He is board certified in Family Practice and has experience in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and sports medicine. Dunnington has also had experience overseas in practicing third-world medicine. He has been a member of the Oklahoma Army and National Guard for seven years.
Dunnington comes to Blackwell from Stilwell, Okla., where he was chief of staff in the hospital there. He will be joining Dr. Shuart and Parnell Adams, P.A., in the Blackwell Medical Clinic, Suite B at 1009 West Furguson, using the space formerly utilized by Dr. Swan.
Dunnington said he would like to see a wide variety of patients from infants through geriatrics. "Dr. Dunnington will be able to see patients after Aug. 11 on a part-time basis until Aug. 17, when he will be able to practice full-time," added Martin.
"I'm excited about practicing medicine here in Blackwell and with Dr. Shuart whom I shared a residency with. I am also anxious to get involved with the athletes in this area," added Dunnington.
Dunnington comes to Blackwell with his wife, Lorraine, and three children: Meredith, 9, Garrett, 8 and Andrew, 7. The communities in the Blackwell area are urged to join Blackwell in welcoming the Dunnington family to this area, Martin advised.
The Peachtree Pie Festival is coming up Aug. 23, and ladies (and some men) are practicing up on their best peach pie recipes for the annual event to aid Peachtree Landing, a shelter for the homeless in the Ponca City area.
Ice cream and drinks are also served at the fund raiser.
Don Long, local musician, and the "Longshot Gang" band have been "practicing up" to donate some top quality singing and western swing and big-band era music for pie-eating participants.
Members of the Longshot Gang are from Ponca City, Perry, Blackwell and Braman and include Hubert Porter, who sings and plays the fiddle; Smiley Weaver on steel guitar; Tom Suggs on lead guitar; Bob Voight on rhythm guitar and vocals; Bernice Schieffer, who plays piano and sings; and Vickie Hillhouse on bass guitar. Don plays the drums and leads the group.
Long and Weaver recently returned from playing at Silver Dollar City during the American Music Festival with Les Gilliam's Silverlake Band, also from Ponca City.
Peachtree Landing, a longtime dream of several citizens in the community, began operating in Ponca City at 105 West Hazel in a new building in 1988.
The specific mission of Peachtree Landing is to offer temporary emergency shelter and other necessary social services to homeless persons while helping them become self-sufficient.
Residents are offered job counseling, family counseling and medical care referrals to name a few of the benefits. In addition, continuing education workshops are sponsored which teach various living skills, such as good money management, shopping wisely, and good nutrition.
In the first eight months of operation, more than 100 people were sheltered, making Peachtree Landing an actual dream-come-true. Now more than 2,500 persons have been served, including approximately 6,000 meals. Twenty-nine percent of those served have been children.
More than half of the people leaving the shelter have worked out a satisfactory place for shelter and more than 30 percent have found jobs when they leave. The shelter has a capacity for 16 people and the Transitional Peachtree Shelter apartment building has six apartments for those making the transition into new jobs and getting back on their feet. Several house rules are set for the shelters and must be adhered to by clients.
For more information about how to help Peachtree Landing by volunteering or providing tangible items or financial support, call 762-3208. Peachtree Landing is wholly supported by local contributions including The United Way.
A familiar face (painted most of the time) returns to the 101 Wild West Rodeo in two weeks when bullrider Mike Johnson makes his appearance.
Johnson has been hitting the 101 Wild West Rodeo and many other Prairie Circuit rodeos for quite some time. He'll be here for the four nights of the 101 Wild West Rodeo, Aug. 13-16.
As in many of the other instances, the roar of the crowd fades as Johnson's athletic body relaxes into a poised, ready crouch in front of the chute gate.
Beneath the wild grease paint, his face is set in total concentration as his eyes lock onto the fighting bull that is at once his teammate and adversary. The sport is American Bullfighting, and this Missouri native is one of its stars.
Johnson, 32, has been attracting horns for 14 years. After excelling in high school athletics he began clowning and fighting bulls, which helped him earn a degree in agribusiness. Ten years ago Johnson became a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and was voted to work the Southeastern Circuit Finals.
Johnson went on to perform at this prestigious rodeo again in 1989 and 1991. The lanky funnyman has dazzled and entertained fans at events such as the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo in Missouri, La Fiesta de los Vaqueros in Tucson, and the state fairs in Oklahoma and Texas, just to name a few.
Johnson has also thrilled crowds since 1989 with fearless maneuvers and daredevil jumps as a top 10 competitor on the Wrangler Bullfight Tour. Twice he has qualified for the National Finals Wrangler Bullfight Championships. He completed the 1994 regular season in sixth place which earned him a trip to the NFR. After an exceptional finals, which included a second go-round win and second in NFR money won, he finished in fourth place for the year. In 1996 he qualified in fourth place and remained in that position.
Johnson now resides in Mt. Selman, Texas, with his wife Ruby, their son, Colton Michae, and their pet rottweilers, Cowboy and Callie. He enjoys hunting, fishing, teaching bullfighting schools and working on his ranch as hobbies.
McALESTER - Several Oklahoma inmates will be considered this month for parole by the State of Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board.
Cases are scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m. on Aug. 12, and at 2 p.m. each day, Aug. 13-15, at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary here.
Comments concerning any inmate on the docket must be submitted in writing and be received by the Pardon and Parole Board at 4040 North Lincoln, Suite 219, Oklahoma City, Okla., 73105-5221 no later than Tuesday, Aug. 5.
The following inmates sentenced from the District Courts of Kay County are scheduled on the regular parole docket:
Avery L. Brewer, incarcerated since July 1995 and serving a 20-year sentence with 11 years suspended on a charge of delivery of methamphetamine.
Pablo G. Cabrera, incarcerated since December 1992 and serving a 30-year sentence on a charge of felony trafficking in illegal drugs after two or more felony convictions.
Victor J. Gomez, incarcerated since March 1986 and serving a 40-year sentence on a charge of second-degree burglary after former felony conviction.
Terry N. Irvin, incarcerated since September 1996 and serving a six-year sentence with two years previously served on a charge of obtaining cash or merchandise by bogus check.
Clayton D. Lockett, incarcerated since September 1996 and serving a 10-year sentence with six years suspended on a charge of conspiracy to commit a felony.
Christopher G. Stock, incarcerated since October 1995 and serving a 10-year sentence on a charge of grand larceny after two or more felony convictions.
Charles D. Wiggs Jr., incarcerated since November 1993 and serving a 20-year sentence with 10-years suspended on a charge of obtaining cash or merchandise by bogus check after former felony conviction.
As the school start date of Aug. 21 becomes a reality, school personnel wan to alert students and parents of the parking and vehicle policies for the Senior High School.
Any vehicle driven to school for the purpose of attending school must be registered with a parking sticker and must be parked on the campus in the student school parking lot. The high school is set in a residential neighborhood, thus safety and a clean neighborhood for all citizens is vital.
If a student does not park in the parking lot, the maintenance of keeping the streets clean and free of trash, plus the extra time spent by officials to keep drives and streets free for safe use is difficult to control.
Special efforts will continue by the school officials to have strict disciplinary action to include suspension from school if rules and regulations on parking in the lot are broken. Parents of all students driving a vehicle to school for the purpose of attending school are asked to assist the school by making sure their student has a properly displayed parking sticker on the windshield at all times. Registration cards are to be signed by both parents and students to ensure final enrollment.
In the past, students who chose to park off the lot and drive to eat lunch off campus have been late for their fourth hour. Cars are not allowed to leave the campus student lot without the proper sticker or lot pass.
School officials urge students to "Please help make the Ponca City High School campus a cleaner, safer, and better place to be for the residents and homeowners in the area."
Several meetings have been set for teachers, counselors, custodians and other employees of the Ponca City School System. The meetings are as follows:
Friday, Aug. 8
Monday, Aug. 11
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Thursday, Aug. 14
Friday, Aug. 15
Monday, Aug. 18
Tuesday, Aug. 19
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Rilla Askew, 1993 winner of the Oklahoma Book award, will read from her new book "The Mercy Seat," in the coffee bar at Brace Books and More, at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Askew will be available for autographing and conversation from 7 to 9 p.m.
Ted Keehn, of Brace Books and More, has issued an invitation to the public to "join us in the Coffee Bar for complementary coffee and cookies, and get acquainted with the author whom Larry McMurtry described as 'very' original - a most promising talent.'"
Publishers Weekly starred review says of Askew's book "Among the many triumphs of this story of bad blood, none surpasses its depiction of time and place - Oklahoma in the late 1800s, a gritty epoch of guns, whiskey and horses.
"But, this is no mere western shoot-'em-up. Told most often in the voice of young Mattie Lodi, this first novel reverberates with the girl's sadness, spirit, and longing.
"Askew's prose is mesmerizing, saturated with the rhythms of the prophets and patriarchs. The story she tells is unforgettable."
The preview from Kirkus Reviews calls the book a wrenching Cain-and-Abel first novel set in a 19th-century American West. Mattie is simply one of the most engaging and heartbreaking characters in contemporary fiction. A magnificent debut novel."
Ponca City has a new advisory council and this one involves fire safety. Recently representatives of local businesses and organizations gathered to determine the goals and upcoming projects that the new Fire Department Advisory Council will be undertaking.
In the past the task of public awareness of fire safety and prevention landed on a few. By forming the council Ponca City Fire Chief Larry Mullikin hopes that the effort will be more widespread throughout the community. The main objective of the council will be focusing community attention and resources toward reducing the injuries and fire loss that occur every year, Mullikin explained.
Some of the immediate projects discussed by the council included organizing fire safety education efforts during Fire Prevention Week for the entire community, including schools; developing educational programs an initiatives for the elderly; ways to further improve and enlarge the "Learn-Not-To-Burn" program in the city schools. The council also discussed the possibility of raising funds to buy a fire safety house.
Ponca City Mid-High enrollment will be held Thursday and Friday. Eighth graders enroll Thursday and ninth graders Friday. Enrollment for both days begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes at 12:30 p.m.
Students should report initially to the west end of the main hallway. Students who did not pre-enroll last spring should report directly to room 102 and visit with an enrollment counselor. Enrollment will conclude in the cafeteria.
Listed below are various optional items that students/parents might want to purchase separately:
- Senior High School winter sports tickets for $20
- Senior High School student football tickets for $12
- Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) membership for $3
- Senior High School calendars for $5
- School lunch account
While in the cafeteria, students will have the opportunity to purchase a subscription to the "Red and Blue Headlines" (school newspaper) and a Mid-High Cougar shirt. Either or both of these items may be purchased.
The Ponca City Public Schools will once again offer a program for 4-year-olds for the 1997-98 school year. Classes are planned to be housed at Garfield, Liberty and Trout Elementary Schools.
The program is designed to service children who have delays in some area. Since only a limited number of students can be serviced, placement into the program will be determined based on screening results. At enrollment, parents will need to schedule a time to have their child screened.
Who May Enroll?
In order to enroll in the program, your child must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 1997, and must meet one of the following criterion:
- anyone who feels their child may have a delay in some area; or
- anyone who qualifies for free or reduced lunches.
What Do Parents Need To Do?
To enroll, parents/guardians will need to bring the following information:
- Birth certificate or hospital record
- Immunization record
- Social security number
Enrollment for the Four-Year-Old program will be held at Liberty Elementary School, located at 505 West Liberty, on Aug. 12 from 4-7 p.m. and on Aug. 13 from 7:30-10:30 a.m.
For additional information please contact Terri James at 762-7494.
DEATHS
BRAMAN - Faye Dorothy Worley, Braman resident, died late Friday evening, Aug. 1, 1997, at her residence. She was 82.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Roberts Funeral Home Chapel, Blackwell. Burial will be in the Braman Cemetery.
Faye Dorothy (Selby) Worley was born June 19, 1915, in Greensburg, Kan., the daughter of O.B. and Ora Mae (Taylor) Selby. She lived in Greensburg until age 10 when her mother died and she moved with her father to Newkirk. They later moved to Braman, where she attended school.
On Aug. 23, 1932, she was married to John C. Worley in Wellington, Kan., and the couple established their home on a farm west of Braman. They moved into Braman in 1960. Mrs. Worley was a member of the Rise and Shine Home Demonstration Club, the Christian Women's Fellowship, the First Christian Church, and the Royal Neighbors Club.
Survivors include one daughter, Jeanette Shafer of Norman; one son, Elvin Lee Worley of Braman; three sisters, Lillie Logan of Greensburg, Kan., Pearl Jindra of Blackwell and Marguritte Morgan of Enid; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on April 24, 1982; her parents; two sisters, Lois Schwintz and Ruth Hughs; one brother, Kenneth Ray Selby; one grandson; one granddaughter; and one great grandson.
Casket bearers will be Bill Leonard, John McKnight Jr. Stephen Shafer, Douglas Worley, Brian Worley and Stanley Cobalt.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Worley's name to the Braman First Christian Church, c/o Roberts Funeral Home, 120 West Padon, Blackwell, OK 74631.
BLACKWELL - Thelma Arleda Dowd, Blackwell resident, died Friday morning, Aug. 1, 1997, at the Blackwell Regional Hospital. She was 83.
The funeral will be held graveside at 2 p.m. Monday in the Braman Cemetery with the Rev. Charles Hannah, Nardin Methodist Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home, Blackwell.
Thelma Arleda (Swan) Dowd was born May 10, 1914, in Riverdale, Kan., the daughter of Emmit H. and Cora (Wilkerson) Swan. As a young girl, she moved with her family to Braman, where she grew up and graduated from Braman High School in 1932.
She was married to Roscoe H. Dowd on June 4, 1932, in Newkirk and the couple established their home in the Braman area where they farmed for many years. In the mid 1960s they became managers of the Oklahoman Restaurant on Interstate 35 near Braman. They managed the business for 11 years, then continued to farm until 1986 when they moved into Blackwell. Mrs. Dowd was a volunteer at the Blackwell Regional Hospital for several years, retiring in 1997 due to ill health. She was a member of the Blackwell First United Methodist Church.
Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Charles (Gay) McMichael of Newton, Kan.; one son, Ray Dowd of Claremore; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband on April 14, 1989; and her parents.
The family has requested that friends wanting to pay tribute to Mrs. Dowd may make contributions to the Blackwell Regional Hospital, Cardiology Equipment Fund, c/o Roberts Funeral Home, 120 West Padon, Blackwell, OK 74631.
FAIRFAX - Maiden A. Elsberry, Fairfax resident, died Friday, Aug. 1, 1997, in the Fairfax Memorial Hospital. She was 97.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the Fairfax Christian Church with the Rev. George Weston officiating. Burial will be in the Fairfax Cemetery under the direction of Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home, Fairfax. Grandsons will serve as casket bearers.
Maiden A. (Armstrong) Elsberry was born Feb. 22, 1900, in Martinville, Ark., the daughter of Alfred Hugh and Annie (Hall) Armstrong. She attended school in Waveland, Ark.
On Nov. 8, 1916, she was married to Colin Cruth Elsberry in Ada. Mrs. Elsberry had been employed as a grocery store clerk and a hospital cook. Mrs. Elsberry was a member of the Fairfax First Christian Church. She was known as a good cook and enjoyed crocheting, quilting, and reading.
Survivors include five sons, Wendell W. of Chouteau, R. G. of Irvine, Calif., Alfred L. of Fairfax, John D. of Moore, and Jim G. of Tulsa; three daughters, Ann Sharp of Dayville, Ore., Lucille N. York of Fairfax, and Foy L. Willaford of Kaw City; 36 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and 27 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband on Jan. 7, 1965; one son, James Huey; her parents; five brothers and one sister.
The family will be at the York home.
Floy C. "Cotton" Williams, longtime Ponca City resident, died Friday, Aug. 1, 1997 at Shawn Manor Nursing Home. He was 92. The funeral is set for 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Trout Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union Street, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601. Other arrangements will be announced later.
John Hutchison, Ponca City resident, died Saturday morning, Aug. 2, 1997, in Ponca City. He was 37. Survivors include his parents, Bryan and Lou Vena Head Hutchison.
Arrangements are pending with Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home, Fairfax.
Mark C. Heltzel, Ponca City resident, died Saturday morning, Aug. 2, 1997, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 44. Survivors include his mother, Betty Heltzel of Ponca City.
Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.
George A. Hughes, Ponca City resident, died Saturday, Aug. 2, 1997, at Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home in Blackwell. He was 81. Survivors include his wife, Georgia, of the home.
Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel.
Edith M. Phillips, Ponca City resident, died Friday afternoon, Aug. 1, 1997, at the Ponca City Nursing Home. She was 84.
The funeral is set for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Grace Memorial Chapel. Other
arrangements will be announced later.
NEWS BRIEFS
Sleep Support Group - The Sleep Support Group will meet at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Conference Room B, at 7 p.m. Tuesday. No fees or dues. Family and guests encouraged to attend. Contact Patsy Sutton or Russell Tilley at 765-3321, ext. 364 for more information.
Phone In Questions - Christian Radio Station KLVV will be giving people a chance to call in legal questions to Ponca City attorney-at-law Tom Morris on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 5 to 6 p.m. The phone call will be free and the questions are kept confidential. None of the phone calls are aired, but people with questions are encouraged to listen to KLVV 88.7 FM for calling instructions. The phone number to use for the attorney will be 405-767-1400.
Conservancy Meeting - The Ponca City Landmark Conservancy will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the downstairs programming room in the Ponca City Library. The Landmark Conservancy was formed several years ago by Ponca Citians who were concerned with the welfare of local landmarks. The group seeks to work with city officials to preserve and protect historically significant landmarks. Anyone interested in the preservation of local landmarks may attend.
Arrest - Police arrested a 32-year-old man in the 1500 block of East Prospect Avenue at 8:51 a.m. Friday for domestic assault and battery.
Vehicle Stolen - A woman in the 500 block of South Fourth Street reported at 8:59 a.m. Friday that her vehicle had been stolen during the night.
Vandalism - The communications center received a call at 10: 35 a.m. Friday regarding vandalism to a vehicle in the 300 block of South Sunset Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Larceny - At 11:46 a.m. Friday police took a grand larceny report after a resident in the 100 block of El Fresno Avenue reported some items stolen.
Gas Theft - Citgo, Oak Street and Grand Avenue, reported a $5 gas drive-off at 4:16 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - At 4:59 p.m. Friday police arrested a 20-year-old man at Ash Street and Darr Park Drive for driving under suspension, running a red light and expired sticker.
Chickens Eaten - The communications center received a report from a man in the 1200 block of South Sixth Street reporting a stray dog in the backyard eating his chickens. The dog ran off and could not be located.
Stolen Wallet - At 6:14 p.m. Friday the communications center received a report of a wallet stolen from a vehicle in the 1100 block of East Prospect Avenue. A report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a man at Highland Avenue and Fourteenth Street at 8:38 p.m. Friday for driving under suspension, no insurance, speeding, no seat belt and possession of marijuana.
Break-In - At 9:18 p.m. Friday a business in the 100 block of North Third Street reported a break-in through the ceiling. A report was taken.
Vandalism - The communications center received a call at 10:22 p.m. from a resident in the 300 block of West Liberty reporting that someone had kicked in he door of his house while he was on vacation. A report was taken.
Theft - At 10:15 p.m. Friday police received a report of a heater stolen from the 500 block of McFadden Drive. A report was taken.
Arrest - At 11:02 p.m. Friday police arrested 32-year-old woman at Pine Street and Overbook Avenue for driving under suspension and expired tags.
Arrest - A 18-year-old woman was arrested at 11:42 p.m. Friday for second degree burglary and concealing and selling stolen property.
Vandalism - Police were advised at 12:05 a.m. Saturday that someone had put soap into the fountain at city hall. The City Park Department was notified.
Burglary - Burglary of a business was reported at 12:42 a.m. Saturday in the 200 block of East Grand Avenue. A report was taken.
Arrest - At 1:55 a.m. police arrested a 28-year-old man in the in the 900 block of East Cherry Avenue for domestic assault and battery.
Theft - At 2:28 a.m. Saturday two 12-packs of beer were reported stolen from a business in the 400 block of East South Avenue.
Bike Switch - Police received a report from a resident in the 700 block of North Pine Street that a bicycle had been stolen and another bike left in its place. A report was taken.
Arrests - At 3:40 a.m. Saturday police arrested a 20-year-old
man at Lincoln and South Avenue on a Kay County warrant for failure to appear
and also arrested a man for driving under the influence and transporting
an open container.
LIFESTYLES
The Singles Network is a social and support organization for single adults, divorced, widowed or never married. A monthly calendar is mailed to all members and dues are $10 per year. Members wish to emphasize that the organization is not a dating service. More information about the group may be obtained by calling Dorothy, 765-1403, or Betty, 762-9776.
This evening at 6:30 the Discussion group meets at the First Presbyterian church. The study topic is titled "Regrets." Casual dress is recommended and the group goes out for a snack after the meeting.
On Tuesday dinner at Arby's is scheduled at 6 p.m. with dinner at Enriques being at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Call Mary, 762-6588 for details.
Friday is "Eat at Godfrey's" night at 6:30 p.m. with members who have tickets attending "Gypsy." A cookout is planned for Saturday at 7 p.m. at North Fifth and Highland park. Meat will be furnished and those attending should bring a covered dish. Call Marlene, 762-4296 for information.
Chris and Leigh (Knight) Scully of Beaverton, Ore. announce the birth of their daughter, Kaitlyn Christine, at 5:40 p.m. July 21, 1997 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Portland, Ore. She weighed 7-pounds, 8-ounces and was 19 1/2-inches long. Katie has a sister, Jordan, 3 years old.
Grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. Phillip Knight and Mr. and Mrs. Tim Scully of Ponca City and Mr. and Mrs. Rick Wall of Houston, Texas.
Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Louis Knight of Ponca City, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sandmeyer of Stillwater, Mr. and Mrs. Corky Harmon and Mrs. John Scully of Barnsdall. Great-great-grandmother is Mrs. Mary Jacobs of Stillwater.
Tim and Cheri Dixon of Muskogee are announcing the birth of a son on July 3, 1997. Lucas Allan Dixon was born at 7:53 a.m. and weighed 8-pounds, 4-ounces. He measured 20 1/4-inches long.
Maternal grandparents are Dave and Ann Marie Strah of Ponca City and paternal grandparents are Don and Tobey Dixon of Livingston, Texas and Al and Virginia Reyna of White Deer, Texas.
Maternal great-grandparents are Ruth Strah and George and Veronica Kore, all of Butte, Mont.
The Ponca City High School class of 1952 will gather for the 45th class reunion Sept. 19-21. There will be a mixer Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge. A remembrance of classmates and a walking tour of Po-Hi will be at 10 a.m. Sept. 20. A golf outing is scheduled for that afternoon at the Lew Wentz Golf Course.
Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. a dinner and dance is planned at the Ponca City County Club. On Sept. 21 a brunch will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the country club and a picnic is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Lake Ponca Park.
Anyone wanting more information about the reunion should call Ginger Davis, 762-4883 or Roberta Ross, 765-3168. The group still needs addresses for the following classmates: H. B. Berry, Mildred I. Brown, Sue Clevenger, Terry George, Huntley Gordon, L. S. Kreidler, Irene Lyons Schossow, Yolanda Robinett Hooper, Roger Ryan, Ronald Ryan, Delia Simon, Margaret Snodgrass and James L. Wilkerson.
A planning meeting for the 1978 class reunion is set for 2 p.m. Aug. 16 at Odie's Outback. Further information about the meeting may be obtained by calling Mark Fox, 762-7532 or Doris Love, 765-7103.
Primetimers are planning to see Jeff Foxworthy on Sept. 12. They will dine at Stillwater Bay before the show. More information about the event may be obtained by calling Kate Morton, Pioneer Bank tour director, at 762-5651.
Members of the Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. For more information as to the location of the meeting contact Vivian Cross, 765-8871, or Lilly Freeman, 762-9027.
Speaker for the meeting will be Lilly Freeman, certified practitioner of deep tissue massage. The program will be therapy for hand pain using hot paraffin and massage.
Announcement was made this week that the Friends of the Ponca City Cultural Center Foundation, Inc. had received notice from the IRS that the application for a non-profit status had been approved.
"We are happy that we got the approval quickly. It means that we may start applying for grants," said Marquetta Brown, president of the organization.
The "Friends" have also been notified of the organization's acceptance in the Oklahoma Museums Association. OMA represents groups from across the state. The "Friends" have also joined the Historic Trust which is headquartered in Washington, D. C.
The Friends of the Ponca City Cultural Center began a membership drive on July 20 with a ice cream social. Future fundraising events include a "Heritage Day," chaired by Paula Denson, scheduled for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 20 as well as a "Barn Dance" Sept. 13 with Georgia Cline as chairman.
Brown said "We are working hard to gain members because when we apply for grants, community support is evaluated. We really need the backing of individuals."
The "Friends" was organized to preserve the cultural center and its contents, to promote an appreciation of local and Oklahoma history and encourage the usage of the center by citizens and accomplish fiscal soundness for the center in cooperation with city government.
There are six levels of giving with each level tax deductible. For more information about the center and joining the organization call 405 765-7536 or write to Friends of the Ponca City Cultural Museum Foundation, Inc., 1528 Autumn Road, Ponca City, Okla. 74604.
The Friends of the Ponca City Cultural Center have scheduled a meeting Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. in the programming room in the basement of the Ponca City Library. The group will meet with the Matrix organization to discuss the "vision" for the center. All interested people who would like to voice an opinion about the future of the cultural center are invited to attend.
Twenty-six Oklahoma 4-H'ers collected a total of $13,000 in educational scholarships in conjunction with the annual State 4-H Congress which took place recently at Oklahoma City. Kay County 4-H'ers attending this year were Leah Bolay, Heir Born 4-H; Stacie Schneeberger, Kildare 4-H and Erin Morris, Kildare 4-H.
In addition, 35 state 4-H'ers were selected as delegates to represent Oklahoma at National 4-H Congress in Memphis, Tenn., later this year.
More than 100 4-H'ers from around the state were on hand this year for the annual three-day event, said Valeri Terry, Oklahoma State University Extension 4-H events coordinator.
"The main goal of State Congress is to help the 4-H'ers get a better grasp of how our government works," Terry said. "I'm confident we were able to meet that goal."
Prior to attending State Congress delegates had written motions related to marketing and visibility of the 4-H program. On the final day of Congress they were able to present their motions on the House Floor at the State Capitol.
The youth were divided into four discussion groups that related to this year's State Congress theme, "The 4-H Image Starts with You." The groups were entitled the "Image of 4-H,""Opportunities in 4-H,""Incentives for 4-H membership" and "Recognition for Accomplishments".
"All motions were categorized in each of these areas, then each delegate was assigned to a discussion group," said Charles Cox, State 4-H program specialist. The discussions were facilitated by state 4-H officers who were charged with leading the groups to select the top five motions to present at the capitol.
Delegates also were introduced to the various aspects of marketing. Shelly Grinsfield, communications specialist in Oklahoma County, brought together a panel consisting of television and advertising professionals.
"The purpose of this was to enable the delegates to learn how to make their local county 4-H program more visible to the public as well as to explain about career opportunities in marketing and communications," Cox said.
In addition to learning about government process, the 4-H'ers took some time out for fun and made a trip to the Oklahoma City Zoo where they attended the dolphin show and were guests at a special dinner. Zoo staff presented a program about methods of marketing at the zoo and how they promote their programs and exhibits.
A major highlight of State Congress is the announcement of state record book winners. Each winner received a $500 scholarship provided by various donors. Kay County 4-H'er Mandy Hudgins of the Heir Born 4-H club was named the state record book winner in the fabrics and fashions project.
Thirty-five 4-H'ers were selected to represent Oklahoma at National 4-H Congress in Memphis, Tenn. Selection was based on an interview and overall achievement in the 4-H program.
Michelle "Shelly" Schlecht and Victor Clark are planning an Aug. 16 wedding at 2 p.m. in the Oakwood Christian Church in Enid. Parents of the couple are Robert and Carol Schlecht of Enid and Bill and Norma Clark of Woodward. Grandparents are Carl and Maxine Stout of Enid and Ivan Utterback of Alva.
The bride-elect is a 1992 graduate of Enid High School. She is employed as co-assistant manager at United Supermarket in Ponca City. Clark graduated from Woodward High School in 1982 and is employed with Frito Lay.
Oklahoma Quilters' State Organization, Inc. invites members and guests to participate in its 12th Annual Fall Retreat which will take place in Wagoner at Western Hills Guest Ranch, Sept. 26-28. Last year 195 quilters from Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Louisiana and Texas participated.
This year's retreat theme is "Quilts By The Dozen" which highlights the event. A choice of (22) half-day or full-day workshops will be conducted by qualified quilting instructors, in addition to a mini-quilt silent auction, prize-winning contests, vendors providing the newest quilting supplies, and social activities for fun and friendship. OQSO will also try, during retreat, to complete a few quilts as an outreach project to benefit Habitat for Humanity in Oklahoma. All quilters are welcome.
For additional information, send SASE (55¢) to OQSO, Inc. /1997 Fall Retreat c/o 7744 South 78th E. Avenue, Tulsa, Okla. 74133.
Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Heintz, 1613 North Woodland Road, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 10. Their family has planned a reception in their honor from 2-4 p.m. on that date in the Fellowship Hall of the First Lutheran Church, Fourth and Liberty. All friends and relative are invited to attend and the couple requests no gifts.
Mr. Heintz and the former Melba Reinking were married Aug. 10, 1947 in the Blackwell Trinity Lutheran Church. They farmed northwest of Ponca City and he worked for Conoco. Mrs. Heintz was a homemaker and attended Northern Oklahoma College. She was employed at Conoco in 1967. In 1970 the couple moved to Ponca City.
Both are retired from Conoco with Mr. Heintz retiring in 1984 with 36 years of service and Mrs. Heintz in 1990 after 23 years. They are active members of the First Lutheran Church. Mr. Heintz was a member of the Infantry 75th Division of the U. S. Armed Services during World War II, He served in Scotland, England, France, Holland, Belgium and Germany. He completed duty as an MP in the occupation forces and returned to Oklahoma in 1946.
The couple has three children, Gary, Rex and Paul Heintz, three grandchildren and spouses, Nathan and Amy Heintz, Shane and Melody Pruett, and Ryan and Lacy Harris, and four great-grandchildren. The honorees' family and Mrs. Heintz' sisters are hosting the reception.
LeRoy and Dot Mahnke, 419 North Tenth, will observe their 50th wedding anniversary this month. LeRoy Mahnke and the former Dorothy Hume were married Aug. 12, 1947 in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mahnke. The couple has resided all of their married life in Ponca City. They are planning an anniversary trip in the fall.
Mr. Mahnke retired from Conoco with 38 years of service. Mrs. Mahnke's interests are flowers, bird-watching and working with antiques. Both are active members of the First Church of God.
The couple has two daughters and sons-in-law, Diana and Riley Taylor of Kilgore, Texas and Shannon and Gordon Mair of Ponca City. Grandchildren are Brian Taylor of Kilgore, Texas and Brooke Melvin of Longview, Texas, and Rebekah and Sarah Mair of Ponca City.
Kimberly Dawn Stuckey and Eric Dell Ward were united in marriage in a recent ceremony at the North Side Christian Church in Oklahoma City. The Rev. Gary Bohannon officiated the double ring vows with the Rev. Bill Poling assisting.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Stuckey of Ponca City. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. John C. Ward of Oklahoma City.
Lacey Hutchison of Oklahoma City, pianist, presented the prelude. "Wind beneath My Wings" was played during the seating of the mothers. Carlene Cook, Oklahoma City, played "Canon in D Major" on the organ as the bridesmaid processional, "Bridal Chorus" as the bride entered, and "Wedding March" for the recessional. Miss Hutchison and Rick Whiting of Ponca City sang "Only God Could Love You More" following the exchange of vows. Whiting sang "The Lord's Prayer" during the lighting of the unity candle and communion.
The bride, escorted by her father, wore a designer's original gown.The ivory Dupioni silk sleeveless straight dress was trimmed at the Bateau neckline and deep square cut back with lace banding and beaded daisies. Venice lace banding enhanced the chapel-length train and dress hem. The headpiece was ribbon loops of ivory Dupioni silk trimmed in Venice lace and beaded daisies. Two layers of illusion completed the veil. The bride wore pearl earrings, a gift from her father.
The bride carried a nosegay of 10 "Timeless" garden roses, with misty blue statice and needlepoint ivy. In her bouquet she carried a handkerchief that her great- grandmother had carried in her wedding ninety years earlier. Also a lace handkerchief made into a bonnet that had been given to her as a baby.
Sandy Dimiterchik of Baton Rouge, La., was Maid of Honor. Bridesmaids were Lori Lauritsen of Ponca City, Hollie Lockhart of Tulsa, and Christa Galloway of Oklahoma City. Each was attired in a floor length sheath gown of spruce shantung. The sleeveless gowns featured three shantung rosettes accenting the square cut back. They carried "Sapphir" roses accented with porcelain white spray roses and pink bouvarda blossoms.
Flower girls were Hannah Lockhart and Heather Lockhart of Tulsa. They wore ballerina length ivory dresses with full organza skirts. The dresses were accented with puffed sleeves and ivory satin bands at the waist and hemline. Each carried a white wicker basket that held white, pink and coral rose petals.
Randy Hays of Oklahoma City was best man. Groomsmen were Steve Bennett of Oklahoma City, Chris Kinkaid of Edmond, and Daryl Thomas of Edmond. Ushers were Jason Harrison of College Station, Texas, cousin of the bride, and Tony Stagakes of Oklahoma City. All men in the wedding party wore black tuxedos with black cummerbunds and ties.
Attending the guest registry were Stephanie Harrison of Amarillo, Texas, cousin of the bride, and Paige Jones of Oklahoma City.
The reception was held at Quail Creek Golf and Country Club following the ceremony. The bride's cake consisted of four individual layers. Each layer was on a crystal stand and was decorated with handmade Osiana roses, calla lilies, bows and ribbons interlocking each cake with the next. The bridegroom's cake was a chocolate bombe decorated with chocolate curls. The center of the table was decorated with mixed garden flowers overflowing from a carved ice vase. Ivy twined around the table with clusters of pixie carnations, lilies, statice, alstromeria and delphinium. Music was provided by the Oklahoma Strings Quartet.
Special guests at the wedding included Mr. and Mrs. John Every of Guthrie, grandparents of the bridegroom, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Barbour of Pittsburgh, Penn. and Mrs. Frances McClure of Oklahoma City, great uncle and aunts of the bride.
The couple is residing in Oklahoma City following a wedding trip to St. Lucia. The bridegroom is a student and employed by Oklahoma City Community College. The bride is employed at The Bridge and is continuing her education.
Pre-nuptial festivities included a bridal shower in the home of Janice Miner. Co-hostesses were Sherri Coppock and Janice Wilcoxson. A second bridal shower was held at Eastern Heights Christian Church hosted by Aldena Crumm, Glenda Stuckey and Ann Wilson.
A bridesmaid luncheon was held at Alberta's Tea Room. A rehearsal dinner hosted by the bridegroom's parents was held at Mama Lucia's the evening before the wedding.
Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to the home bound participating in the Wheatheart Nutrition Project. For more information call 767-1620. Wheatheart Nutrition Menus for this week are as follows:
Monday, Aug. 4: Hamburger with bun; oven fried potatoes; lettuce, tomato, pickle and onion; peanut butter cookie.
Tuesday, Aug. 5: Roast turkey with gravy; tossed salad; broccoli rice casserole; roll with butter; ice cream.
Wednesday, Aug. 6: Frito chili pie; tossed salad with tomato; frito chips; cinnamon roll with butter; chilled pineapple.
Thursday, Aug. 7: Creamed chicken; buttered mixed vegetables; Mexican coleslaw; biscuit with butter; chilled apricots or plums.
Friday, Aug. 8: Fish crispies with tartar sauce; macaroni and cheese; buttered carrots; cornbread with butter; fruit cup with citrus; cookie.
TOPS OK 308 Chapter met Monday evening with Donna McCoy calling the meeting to order. The devotional was prepared by Maxine Reeves and given by Edith Smith, entitled "Parables: The Car Wash". The TOPS Pledge was led by JoAnne Radabaugh and the KOPS Kreed was led by Maxine Reeves.
Delpha Clemens called the roll and the weight report was given by Betty Flower. Last week was a weigh-in only and the best loser for last week was Audrey Garroutte. Last week's "Ha-Ha" pot was won by Jewell McFarlin and this week's was won by Audrey Garroutte. The best loser for this week was Donna McCoy.
The program was given by Dennis Robertson for Daphine Robertson, entitled "Eating Right and Keeping Fit". It was announced that the current contest ends next week. There was a drawing for weekly pals.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit organization whose members all desire to lose or maintain weight. It neither sells nor endorses products. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs, and contests are used to encourage weight loss.
Brief programs are presented each week and visitors are welcome to attend the meetings. Weigh-in time is 6:15-6:55 p.m. and meetings begin at 7 p.m. on Mondays. For more information contact Delpha Clemens, 762-2844 or Betty Flower, 765-5448.
Forms for engagement, anniversary and wedding announcements are available at the desk of the Lifestyles Editor. The News requests that the name of a contact person and a telephone number, where they may be reached during business hours, be listed.
The deadline for the Sunday edition for stories with pictures is 5 p.m. Wednesday, but stories and pictures may be submitted earlier. Stories for the daily edition should be submitted at least two days prior to the date of publication.
In order to keep stories current, the News prefers to have wedding stories submitted within two weeks of the event. However, we will use a photograph and story within three months after the event. If a wedding story is submitted more than one month after the event, the date will not be used and the story may be abbreviated. Stories submitted prior to one month following the ceremony will usually receive preference in the Sunday edition.
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By KRISTI GRABEAL
News Education Editor
Some dreams can become a reality according to Neal Lawrence of Ponca City. Lawrence recently had the chance to see his host family from New Zealand again after an absence of seven years.
Reg and Margaret Williams of Wellington, New Zealand recently visited Lawrence here in Ponca City. According to Mr. and Mrs. Williams, "We have not been in Ponca City since 1981. We are amazed at all of the progress Ponca City has made."
When asked about what has been the most exciting thing they have done in Ponca City the two quickly answered, "Sailing on Kaw Lake. We had so much fun that day!"
The Williams family has also toured places like the Marland Mansion, Cultural Center, Standing Bear and the Wentz pool area.
"I cannot believe how friendly and hospitable the people of Ponca City are. They have truly made our visit one to remember."
Lawrence and his host family have stayed in touch after Lawrence was an exchange student in New Zealand in 1977. Lawrence also went back to visit his host family in July of 1990 with his wife, Julie, and their daughter, Britany.
One of the reasons the Williams family decided to visit Ponca City was because the Lawrence family had a new baby. "When Neal was in New Zealand his daughter was 13-months-old and now she is eight. We were so excited to see the new baby, Austin," said Margaret Williams.
The Williams family is anxious to get back home to New Zealand because they have been in Germany, England and Ireland all summer. "We will definitely miss Neal but we can rest assured that he won't change a bit."
The Albright Methodist Church was the setting for the July 19, 1997 wedding of Lori Beth Lessert and Jason Michael George. The double ring vows were solemnized by the Rev. Kip Wright. Carolyn Hook, organist, played a selection of traditional wedding music as well as "In This Very Room."
Parents of the bride are Ray and Pam Lessert, 2405 Cardinal, and the bridegroom is the son of Terry Brown, #9 Pike Place, and Mike George of Wichita, Kan.
The bride wore a white designer gown with the short sleeves and bodice fashioned of cutwork lace over silk accented with pearls and sequins. The full skirted chapel length train featured a deep lace hemline. The veiling was attached to a headpiece adorned with pearls and pearl teardrops. She carried a cascade of Stargazer lilies and white foxtail.
Maid of Honor was Charpei Chen of Irving, Calif. and bridesmaids were Becky Walker and Lori Lockwood. Each was gowned in Hunter green crepe. The long dresses were accented with satin bows and sashes and each attendant carried a bouquet of white lilies, foxtail and Stargazer lilies. Tiffany Taiclet, flower girl, also wore Hunter green crepe. Chris George of Wichita, Kan. was best man and groomsmen were Paul Martin of Wichita, and Justin Williams. Serving as ushers were Chad Van Hoesen of Ponca City and Dustin Brown of Salina, Kan. Corbin George of Wichita was the ringbearer.
Stacy Murray and Clayton Murray were the candlelighters and Robin Easkey kept the guest book. The reception was held at the Ponca City Country Club with Mary Hargis and Carol Easkey, aunts of the bride, assisting along with Wendy Looper and Stephanie Johnston.
Wedding guests included Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sloan and Ms. Geri George, all of Independence, Kan., grandparents of the bridegroom; Dr. and Mrs. Ray Lessert Jr. and Mrs. Lorene Walker, all of Ponca City, grandparents of the bride.
Joyce Ann Deem and Terry Wayne Moore exchanged wedding vows July 5, 1997 in a double ring ceremony officiated by the Rev. Doyle Houston, uncle of the bridegroom, at the First Baptist Church in Burbank. Parents of the bride are Joe and Karen Deem, rural Blackwell, and parents of the bridegroom are Gary and Minnie Moore of Burbank.
Music was provided by Florence Clare, pianist and Mitzi Reese who sang "The Lord's Prayer." Troy Greenfield sang "In All the World You'll Never Find a Love as True as Mine."
Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride wore a full length gown of white bridal satin featuring a lace bodice with sweetheart neckline. The Basque waistline was enhanced in back by a large fabric bow. The gown was adorned with embroidered organza appliques highlighted with pearls and irridescents. The lace and satin sleeves featured puffed shoulders and fitted lace cuffs accented with satin-covered buttons. The hemline of the gown was marked with matching appliques as was the semi-cathedral length train. Her fingertip length veil was secured by a crown of pearls and sequins and she carried an arrangement of burgundy and Navy blue Tiger lilies with mauve and white floral accents and burgundy and Navy blue ribbon.
Margaret Moorman of Edmond was Maid of Honor and Anita Denney of Tonkawa was Matron of Honor for her sister. Each wore a tea length dress styled with a denim bodice and floral skirt in burgundy, Navy blue and mauve colors. The sleeves of the dress were fashioned of matching floral material. Flower girls were Heather and Jessica Moore of Burbank, nieces of the bridegroom. They wore sleeveless denim dresses with mauve ruffles. Each carried a basket of mauve and Country blue flowers, burgundy and Navy blue Tiger lilies. The floral arrangements for the bridal party were designed by Tammy Klinger. Cheryl Moore, sister-in-law of the bridegroom, kept the guest book.
Best men were Danny Moore II, cousin of the bridegroom, and Jerry Moore, brother of the bridegroom, both of Burbank. Ringbearer was Jacob Blanton of Blackwell. Ushers were Mark Deem, brother of the bride, and Jay Martin of Burbank. The men in the wedding party wore Navy blue jeans, white shirts and burgundy vests.
A western theme was used for the reception held at the Circle C Arena in Ponca City. Danny Diamond provided the music for the evening. Dorothy Howeth Thomas of Ponca City, grandmother of the bride, created the wedding and bridegroom's cakes. Jessie Moore of Burbank, grandmother of the bridegroom, made the crocheted table cloths. Assisting with the reception were Kelli Moore, Dana Ford, Sharon Provine and Patty McHendry.
Following a wedding trip to Cheyenne, Wyo. the couple has established a home in Burbank. The bride is a kindergarten teacher at McCord Elementary School and the bridegroom is employed at the Bill Elliott Ranch of Fairfax.
Among the guests attending the wedding were Ted, Martha and Chad McKinney of Centerville, Utah, Sean McKinney and Sherry Creechs of Denver, Colo.
Joseph and Kathy (Simmons) Buck of Ponca City will be honored by their children with a reception for their 25th wedding anniversary. The event is planned 6-8 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 Turner road. Family and friends of the couple are invited to attend. The couple requests that there be no gifts.
Hosts will be their children and families: Jeromy and Leauna Buck, Kimberly Buck, Kristy Buck, Joe Brad Buck and a granddaughter, Autumn Buck, all of Ponca City.
Joseph M. Buck and the former Kathy A. Simmons were married Aug. 6, 1972 in Evansdale, Iowa. Both are 1972 graduates of East High School in Waterloo, Iowa.
Buck served in the U. S. Navy and worked at John Deere Component works in Waterloo, Iowa. Twelve years ago the family moved to Ponca City and Buck is employed at Titus. He is an active member of the union and is a 4-H parent volunteer.
Mrs. Buck has been employed as a babysitter and at the Child Care Center of Pioneer Technology Center and is currently employed at the South Sonic. She is a 4-H parent volunteer and enjoys riding horses, cross stitch, sewing and taking care of her pets.
The Fellowship Hall of the First Christian Church will be the setting Aug. 10, 2-4 p.m., for a reception honoring Mr. and Mrs. A. D. (Duane) Ward, 2808 Ames, on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr. Ward and the former Leona Holderread were married Aug. 10, 1947 in McPherson, Kan.
They made their first home in McPherson and later lived in Emporia, Kan. They have resided at their present address for 30 years. Both are active members of the First Christian Church. Mr. Ward retired from Conoco in 1985 and donates a month each year in voluntary service filing income taxes for the Inman Christian Center in San Antonio, Texas. Mrs. Ward also donates time teaching to children at the center.
Mrs. Ward retired in 1986 as a Remedial Reading teacher. She is a member of the church Christian Women's Fellowship, the Ponca City Women's Club, Kay County and Oklahoma Retired Teachers Associations
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By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Nursing a sore back, Lone Grove's Chase Reed collected one national motocross title and was after another late Saturday.
Reed broke through the hard-luck which has plagued him in previous NMA National Motocross Championships here. Or at least partly.
Reed hurt his back in practice Wednesday and took another spill during his second moto of the 80 cc Stock 12-13 class.
But he got up in time to finish second. That, with a first place finish in his first moto Thursday was enough to give him that title after winning a run off late Saturday.
He took another No. 1 rating into the 80 Modified 12-13 runoff.
It's been a long road for Reed. He has been racing since he was six years old and has moved up the ladder at the National Championships, from Pee-Wee to 60s and now to the 80s.
"I finished second here once, I think," he tried to recall while lying flat on his stomach with an ice pack on his back and still trying to down fluids before his final race.
Reed couldn't escape the mechanical-malfunction bug entirely.
He blew a wheel during that earlier spill and had one bike out of commission.
Reed is a growing number of second generation motocross riders. Finding his dad was a racer in his younger days, sparked Chase's interest in the sport.
But there aren't too many motocross tracks in or near Lone Grove.
"We built a track at home," the younger Reed said. "but if we want to run on a regular track we have to drive 18 miles to Texas, We're closer to Texas tracks than we are in Oklahoma."
Another set of second generation riders are 9-year old Mike and 8-year-old Jeff Alessi of Simi Valley, Calif. They took up where their father Tony left off some years ago.
Although just a year older, Mike has a couple more years of experience on Jeff and its has showed at the NMA Nationals here.
Mike is the defending Pee-Wee national champion and elected this year to ride in both the Pee-Wee and Junior Cycle divisions.
He claimed national titles in both the Junior Cycle stock and modified classes Saturday and was going after a pair of Pee-Wee titles late Saturday.
"I just wanted to," was his simple explanation as two why he decided to ride in two classes this year.
"The more he races the more he likes it," mother Kim chimed in.
While the brothers compete in the Junior Cycle races, there is no feud going on.
"He helps me out and I help him," Mike said of Jeff when the two are in competition.
Mike had his streak of wins broken Friday - literally - when a chain broke while he was leading in the first Super Pee-Wee Modified moto Friday.
But his shook off that disappointment to win two later motos and then claim the Junior titles.
Another double winner Saturday was Justin Buckelew of New Mexico, in the 80 14-to-16 stock and modified.
Another up and coming Pee-Wee, Bruce Rutherford of Marietta, Ga., won the 6-year-old stock class, but was edged out in the modified class by Joe Morgan of Mesquite, Texas.
Another Oklahoman, Ryan Green of Bartlesville, won the 125 Modified Beginner trophy.
By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
TULSA - Ponca City defensive lineman Ryan Chapman didn't get a win in his last high school football game. But he had fun and that may benefit a college team this fall.
Chapman had to watch from the sidelines as West turned a blocked field goal attempt into a clinching score in a 28-20 win over East in the All-State football game at Union-Tuttle Stadium Friday night.
But there was a smile on his face when greeted by family and friends after the game - and a renewed desire to play football at the college level.
Chapman had all but committed to Northwestern State University in Alva after the Wildcats season was over. But his interest in continuing to play waned during the summer.
That changed during the week of All-State practice.
"It was tough," he said of the practice sessions. "But it was a blast being with these players this week."
Chapman had fun on the field, too, becoming one of the top defensive players on the East all-star team.
A guard in the East 4-3 defensive scheme, Chapman split playing time with Gerardo Rosete of Tecumseh. But the Ponca Citian was still one of the leading tacklers on the team as the East defense shut down the vaunted West running attack.
While Chapman did enjoyed playing he was disappointed in the loss by the East stars.
"We had too many mistakes," he said. "If we hadn't had the turnovers in the first half we would have led 30-0."
The West had three turnovers - two fumbled snaps that set up West touchdowns - as the All-State game was tied at 14-14 at halftime.
Chapman and his defensive cohorts got plenty of playing time in the second half as West dominated the time of possession - mainly because East score in one defensive play.
Linebacker Phillip Abode of Stillwater picked off a West pass after the West had ground its way into East territory on its first possession of the second half.
Abode returned the pick 79 yards for a touchdown and a 20-14 lead, East's first of the game. But a missed extra point left the door open for West.
With just over seven minutes left in the game, West drove to the East 15, but then faced a fourth-and-long. However Plainview quarterback Randy Mitchell found teammate Morgan Cramer loose in the end zone to tie the score. West's Shane O'Toole kicked the extra point that gave West a 21-20 lead.
But East still had one more chance when Union quarterback Sherard Poteete found Wewoka receiver Paul Jones on a 47-yard pass that carried to the West 20.
East moved to the West 10 and set up a winning field goal with just seconds remaining.
But O'Toole broke trough to block the kick. Jerrite Marshall of Lone Grove picked up the bouncing ball and returned it 73 yards for the deciding touchdown.
Golf Calendar
Ponca City Country Club
Aug. 8-15 - Junior Golf Program playdays.
Aug. 6-7 - Junior Club Championship
Aug. 16 - Mean Eight Team Tournament
Aug. 20 - Ladies Horse Race
Aug. 22 - Couples Scotch Foursome
Aug. 29 - Men's Horse Race
Wentz Memorial
Aug. 9-10 - Club Championship
Aug. 16 - Four-man Scramble
Aug. 30-31 - Labor Day Four-Man Scramble
PCCC-WGA
The Ponca City Country Club Women's Golf Association will hold a Low Gross on Front 9, Low Net on Back 9 play fore Ladies Day Tuesday.
The hostesses will be Patty Allen and Betty Wyatt.
Last week's 18-hole Ladies Day was rained out.
In the 9-hole play, Alice Evens took first place and Eva Ballard had the Low Putts.
In the Thursday Evening Ladies League Quota Tournament, Lee Little and Sonya Roberts tied for first place with Lanita Chapman third, Little had the Low Putts and Chapman was Closest to the Hole on No. 6 and No. 8.
WLGA
The Wentz Ladies Golf Association will play the front 9 for Ladies Day Tuesday. All flights tee-of at 8:30 a.m.
Last week's winners were Shirley Pigg in Championship flight, Evelyn Davis, Joyce Wynn and Carolyn Sumpter in President's flight. Sue Lawson in A flight and Doris Fisher in B flight.
Results
PCCC Men's Fourball Matchplay
First Flight
Keni Ray-Lynn Hohensee d. Randy Lauritsen-Winston Lindsay, 1-up
Golfers Must Qualify
Ponca City Junior High coach John Maddox has announced that all eighth and ninth graders wishing to play on the Mid High golf team must qualify this year.
The qualifying will be held Tuesday and Wednesday at Wentz Golf Course. The qualifying starts at 1 p.m. each day.
Maddox reported that golfers who do not qualify will not be allowed to enroll in golf.
Those unable to qualify on those dates must make other arrangements by Thursday by contacting Maddox (767-1657) or coach Dan McGregor (765-5318).
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Football Check Outs
High school football players will check out equipment Aug. 5-7, according to Head Coach Rick Sodowsky.
Seniors will check out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., juniors on Wednesday, Aug. 6, at the same times and sophomores on Thursday, Aug. 7.
There will be a meeting for parents of all high school players on Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. in Robson Fieldhouse.
Football practice starts Aug. 12 and the Cats open the season Sept. 5 at Tulsa East Central. The first home game is Sept. 19 against Tulsa Memorial.
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7th Grade Football
The YMCA will once again offer tackle football for seventh graders.
Sign-ups for the program will be Aug. 25-26 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Players must provide their own equipment.
"We will make every attempt to place kids on the same teams they played on last year," YMCA Program Director Bill Kenney said. "We have four out of five coaches returning to coach their teams.
"Kids who did not play YMCA football last year will be placed on the team that has the most kids from their neighborhood. We hope to have between four and six teams."
All games are on Saturday and players will play at least half of every game.
Rick Cavener has been watching daughter Michaela play and he's picked up some pointers.
Cavener led the Ponca City Country Club's Men's Championship after posting a 75 Saturday. But he had a lot of people breathing down his neck. Dale Chapman and John Hron both fired 76s while Chip Huston and Paul Walker were just one more stroke behind.
Today's Pairings
8:16 - Rick Cavener, Dale Chapman, John Hron
8:24 - Chip Huston, Paul Walker, Phil Knight
8:32 - Wade Lessert, Tom Green, Casey Orr, Don Wallace
8:40 - Bill Schutte, Jeff Webster, Mike Daniels, Don Stephens
8:48 - Frank Rogers, Dan Lyhane, J.B. Hron
8:56 - David Mills, Robert Sherer, Hal Niemann, Jon Yocam
9:04 - Joe Alcott, Jack Hudack, Jon Hoover, Greg Carter.
9:12 - Rod Pemberton, John Green, Enlow Baumert
9:20 - Keni Ray, Mike Starbuck, Guy Clark, John Brown
9:28 - Clyde Becker, Chuck Greenwood, Richard Welborn, Larry Murrie
9:36 - Mike Mott, Frank Little, Tom Glasscock, Winston Lindsay
9:44 - Gale McArthur, Jim Fuller, Jess Haynes
9:52 - Wes Nimmo, Tom Chesnutt, Perry Schauvliege, Steve Linville
10:00 - Tony Wyatt, Tom Carter, Don Edwards, Joe Paden
10:08 - Bill Greenfield, Jay Morse, Lynn Hohensee, Bob Anthony
10:16 - Monte Evens, Mac McClain, R.A. Rogers
10:24 - John Counter, Tom Rigdon, Clark Nickles, Ben DeLaPaz
10:32 - Steve Pulley, Wendell Wilkins, Vic Coates
10:40 - Leroy Punches, Don Niemann, Don Lockwood.