|
From the pages of The Ponca City News, Friday, August 21, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES EDUCATION RELIGION SPORTS LOCALShidler Woman Dies in Accident In Osage County Shidler Woman Dies in Accident In Osage CountyBy The Associated Press The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said Pauline Faye Bohannan, 28, of Shidler was killed this morning when her car veered off Oklahoma 11, went through a fence, overturned and struck a utility pole in Osage County. The crash occurred shortly after midnight, the patrol said. Troopers said Ms. Bohannan was not wearing a seat belt. Great Theatrical Family Has History With PoncanWhen the Poncan Theatre began showing “Ever After,” two generations of a great family of actors were connected in the theater. Drew Barrymore, the youthful star of “Ever After,” is the newest member of her family to achieve prominence as an actor. She was preceded by such luminaries as John Barrymore, her grandfather, Lionel Barrymore, her great uncle, and Ethel Barrymore, her great aunt. Before that, her great-grandfather Maurice Barrymore and her great-grandmother Georgiana Drew were prestigious stars of their era. In fact, the young woman takes her whole name from two different families of great stars, the Drews and the Barrymores. Drew’s great aunt, Ethel Barrymore, was also featured at the Poncan. She came through Ponca City in 1933 for a presentation of a comedy by the famous W. Somerset Maugham, “The Constant Wife.” Drew herself was thrust into the public eye in television commercials before the age of one. She was a part of the cast of the film “Altered States” at age 4, and became a child celebrity at age seven in the film “E.T., The Extraterrestrial.” She is now 24. Like Drew, the elder Ms Barrymore got an early start. Although Ethel was not in the professional world as an infant, as Drew was, she was a teenager on Broadway in the 1890’s and was a celebrated, legitimate star by the age of 25. By the time Ethel had reached the age Drew is today, she had appeared in “The Rivals,” (1893), “The Bells” (1897), “Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines” (1901), “A Doll’s House” (1905), and many others. These are among the most honored Broadway productions of the era. Ethel and Drew have both become legitimate stars by very special qualities. Drew “has the sort of charm that can make you cockeyed with happiness,” says Salon Magazine. She has a “power to enchant,” and she often rises above the material. “She’s consistently outclassed almost every picture she’s been in,” says the magazine. In “Ever After,” her new film, Drew has strong material. She takes on a real lead role for the first time in her career. She is alternately innocent and graceful on the one hand and determined and tough on the other. Ethel was so distinctive as a performer that she had mannerisms named after her. Many young women tried to ape the “Ethel Barrymore voice” and the “Ethel Barrymore walk.” Many famous men admitted to infatuations with her, including Winston Churchill. Unlike her descendant, Ethel preferred the live theatre to films. After the Depression damaged the live theater, many actors found financial rewards in films and on the vaudeville stage. The Depression caused Ethel to go on tour, which brought her to Ponca City. It also stimulated her to try Hollywood. She had previously made several silent films but felt uncomfortable in them. But she returned to Hollywood in the 1930’s. Ultimately, she starred in “None But the Lonely Heart” with Cary Grant, for which she won an Oscar. She once said, “We who play, who entertain for a few years, what can we leave that will last?” She learned that performances on film have more staying power than those in the live theatre. Drew has been a film performer exclusively. She has recently passed through some very difficult times with substance abuse and some outrageous public displays, notably on a David Letterman show that honored the late-night-host’s birthday. After disrobing for Letterman on national TV, Barrymore received a note from her godfather, Steven Spielberg, that said “cover yourself up.” It has been something of a turning point for the young star. In the last few years, she has become an upstanding professional. She had popular success and critical acclaim in “Boys on the Side,” “The Wedding Singer,” and now in “Ever After.” “Ever After” is a Cinderella story with a modern twist. Barrymore plays a credible strong-willed ’90s kind of woman, although the beautiful settings and costumes are from Renaissance France. “Ever After” is rated PG-13. For show times, patrons should consult the Ponca City News or call the theatre at 580-765-0943. Stagnant, Stinky Water Forms Causing Concern at Kaw LakeBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer The heat and drought is causing havoc all over the southwest and now Kaw Lake is suffering stagnant and stinky side effects from the summer of 1998. The possibility of stagnant water and harmful effects of it have caused warning signs to now be posted in the swimming area of Kaw Lake cautioning swimmers of the increased risk due to the hot, dry summer. The warning was prompted by the death of a 3-year-old Sperry girl who died after swimming in both Kaw Lake and Fort Gibson and reportedly inhaling a microscopic organism called an amoeba, which can cause a rare but potentially fatal disease. “We have a ‘beasty’ in our waters and felt the warning signs were necessary,” said Park Ranger Jim Anderson. “The amoeba can be found in about any body of water there is, including lakes, streams, ponds and even swimming pools — anywhere there is stagnant water.” According to Anderson the hot temperatures has caused an increase in the bacteria which the amoeba feeds on. “It is like any other animal when the food source increases the population increases,” Anderson said. “And although this has caused an increased risk of contact with people it is very rare — since it was first identified in the early 1960s there have only been 125 deaths attributed to the amoeba. I have been with the Army Corps of Engineers for 25 years and have never heard of such a thing until now.” If the warnings don’t ward off visitors the smell below the dam just might. The fishy stench and low water levels have caused a rash of calls to the Kaw Lake Hydroelectric Plant. “We have quite a few calls from people wanting to know what is causing the smell and why nothing is being done about it,” said Plant Superintendent Bill Brown. “It will take rain to change things below the dam. Plain and simple we need rain and lots of it — and that is the bottom line.” According to Brown the hydroelectric plant is a “run of the river plant,” meaning the amount of water released into the plant and through the dam is determined solely by the Corps of Engineers. “We are only generating 3-4 hours a day right now because we don’t have any water to generate with,” he explains. “We can only generate from the inflows from the river and with no rain there is little inflows and some of that is even evaporating.” The smell Brown says is due also to the current dry, hot conditions. The algae in the lake has died because of the hot temperatures and fallen to the bottom of the lake where the water is taken for generating. Therefore, the dead algae is being swept through the gates and released below the dam. Without sufficient water being released to sweep it down river it simply sets and decays, which causes the nauseating smell. So until it rains, little relief will be in sight for water dwellers of Kaw Law. Powwow First Aid Booth AvailableWHITE EAGLE — There will be a first aid booth available at the White Eagle Powwow Saturday, August 29, for those attending the festivities of the day. Advanced HomeCare Services will be offering health screening services 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to include blood pressure checks and blood sugar readings and other general health services to attendees. Kay Strecter, R.N., assistant administrator of Advanced HomeCare Services in the Enid office, explains that they have six branch offices in Oklahoma and are looking to expand services to Ponca City. Strecter explains that she has been in the area twice a week for approximately a month. Those attending the powwow and interested in the free health services, or if only needing a band-aid, stop by the first aid booth. Refreshments will be available. For additional information on services, contact the Enid office at (888) 285-1414. Native American Film Shows at The Poncan“Smoke Signals” is the first ever feature film written, directed, co-produced, and acted by American Indians. It has been a huge success across the nation. It won two awards at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, the Audience Award and the Filmmaker’s Trophy. Beginning Friday, “Smoke Signals,” rated PG-13, shows at the Poncan Theatre. “Smoke Signals” has been generously applauded by critics. The San Francisco Chronicle wrote that if you want to “laugh and soak up warmth,” you should put it on your list of films to see. They call it an “unpretentious, funny and soulful American Indian movie” that brings moments of “tugging sadness” and moments that “make you want to cheer.” “‘Smoke Signals,’ they say, “has it nailed.” Probably no film ever made has depicted contemporary Native American culture with so much depth and accuracy. The writer Sherman Alexie used his book “The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven” as the source. He allows his characters to refer to the real world of the Coeur d’Alene Indian, and shows the complexity of lives that are influenced by many crossing cultural influences. The result, according to Roger Ebert, is a film “so relaxed about its characters, so much at home in their world,” that the film’s truthfulness is unusually compelling. “Smoke Signals” focuses on two young men, and Ebert adds that “here are two young Indians who speak freshly, humorously and for themselves.” The center of the film is the struggle of one young man, Victor Joseph, to come to grips with his life-long problems with his father. He is both stimulated and irritated by his friend Thomas Builds-the-Fire. Together, the two take a road trip to bury Victor’s father. Their dialogue, funny, rich, and warmly insightful, helps the two deepen their connection and helps each to learn how to bear his special problem. Victor teaches Thomas to get cooler clothes and to seem aloof. “You gotta look like a warrior,” he tells him. He advises Thomas to spend more time “looking stoic.” Thomas rattles on irrepressibly, but the writer has given him some gems to speak. Alexie has an uncanny ability to unite moments of humor with moments of insight. “Smoke Signals” looks at Indian life in a “down-to-earth yet irreverent way,” says the San Francisco Chronicle. “It’s a good day to be indigenous,” says the reservation’s deejay at the beginning. Then the film cuts to the intersection where the local traffic reporter is waiting for something to happen. “A big truck just went by,” he says, reporting the only traffic sighting of the day. This is a film that shows the fascinating ways “members of any minority try to respond to an uncomprehending world,” says Time Magazine. The result is a refreshing, sweet film that expresses “a voice that’s worth heeding.” For show times, patrons should consult the Ponca City News or call the Poncan Theatre at 580-765-0943. New Communication Tower Goes Up Beating OrdinanceBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer On June 22 City Commissioners approved a new city ordinance which now limits the number and restricts the location and height of electronic communication towers within the city limits. However, the ordinance was not passed soon enough for some residents on the northwest side of town who watched as a 147 foot tower was erected across the street from their homes in the 1000 block of North First Street. “All I know is that I have to get up every morning and look at that thing,” Mark Zielinski said as he watched the tower go up Thursday. Representatives of the tower owners were present as the cranes moved in and the massive, silver giant was raised and then cemented into the ground. “I am sympathetic with the need for ordinances that restrict the location of communication towers in a residential area,” a Western Wireless spokesman said. “However the tower is designed for certain wind capacity and ice load and it would take an awful lot for anything to happen to this tower.” The new tower is a Personal Communication Systems Tower (PCS) and at least for now will be used exclusively for Western Wireless’s own digital phone systems. According to City Manager Gary Martin this the fourth such tower inside the city limits. The new ordinance now allows the construction of commercial communication towers only in the agricultural, commercial and industrial zoning classifications, can not be higher than 150 feet above the median elevation and must be reviewed by the Planning Commission and the City Commission on a “special use” basis before a permit for construction is issued. EditorialsTime To Lead the WayWe live in a skeptical age and it’s very easy to cast a questioning look at President Clinton’s decision to launch raids on terrorist facilities in Afghanistan and Sudan. Coming so close on the heels of his testimony before the grand jury and coming at the same time as Monica Lewinsky’s reappearance before the jury to discuss her affair with the President, it is easy to hang the “Wag the Dog” label on this situation. But, regardless of what one might think about Clinton, his behavior, the smutty events in the White House and all the salacious material filtering out of the grand jury, we must never forget that the real world is a dangerous place. Americans are not loved worldwide, much as we might like to be. Some of the Moslem world has all but declared war on the U.S., even as we launch war against the terrorist world. We may not see the connection, but some Islamic fundamentalist do, and that’s where the trouble rests. The timing, in juxtaposition with the ongoing Monicagate scandal, certainly is questionable. But the timing, coming on the heels of the treacherous attacks on the U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, was essential. Faced with threats of more terrorist attacks, the U.S. was compelled to strike quickly and decisively before the terrorist world hit again. More attacks will follow from both sides. It will not be totally safe for U.S. citizens and locals who surround them, to live, travel or work outside the borders of the United States. In fact, based on the World Trade Center attack, none of us may be free of threat. Many think the Clinton legacy will be entirely wrapped in deceit and scandal, but the war against terrorism might be his way into the history books as having a positive impact on the world. Clinton has nothing to lose. He has suffered just about as much humiliation as is possible for a world leader. To redeem himself he should stay the course against terrorism. Don’t flinch, don’t back down, don’t retreat. Ronald Reagan didn’t blink, George Bush didn’t blink. Now it is time for Clinton to grow up, look terrorism in the eye and lead the Western World in the fight against international terrorism. FJ President Proves a PointWe have to thank President Clinton for providing the perfect example of why he can’t be an effective leader right now. The president ordered an attack on suspected terrorist sights in Afghanistan and Sudan on Thursday. Those attacks may have been a good idea at the right time, but many aren’t really sure. The talk Thursday afternoon and Friday around the country has been full of questions. Is this attack right, or is it a diversion to take the focus away from the President’s domestic problems. Let’s assume that these moves were absolutely right and the timing was perfect. The country should then be behind the president and applaud the strike against these terrorists with a unanimous ringing endorsement. Fighting terrorism is one of the most important international programs the United States should have. A nation with the responsibilities and power of the United States has enough trouble convincing the world that its use of power is right without having to convince its own citizens that the President’s actions are justified. However, because of the President’s personal debacle there are questions and distrust throughout the country. Because of his complete lack of credibility and honesty, many ask if this was a good decision or simply a real life version of the movie “Wag The Dog”? TM Masonic Lodge Setting Open House Aug. 29Ponca Masonic Lodge is having an open house on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located at 1200 West Grand, the lodge building is handicapped accessible, and the public is invited to attend. Richard Lucas, the master (president) of the lodge, explained the purpose of the open house. “Freemasonry is the largest and oldest fraternity in the world. There are more than 2 million Masons in America alone, and there are lodges on every continent on earth. The fraternity gives more than $2 million a day to help others, including hospitals for the free treatment of children, centers for treating children’s language, reading and learning problems, research into mental illness, diabetes, and many others. Traditionally known as the “quiet fraternity,” the Masons are having this open house in order that the people of the community can see what a Masonic Lodge is like, and what attracted such men as George Washington, Paul Revere, John Wayne and President Harry Truman to join. During the open house, visitors will be able to see a Masonic Lodge room and ask any questions they have about Masonry. Refreshments will be served, and children are welcome. More information is available by calling the lodge at 765-4128, or the secretary at 762-2804. ‘Keys to a Caring Community’ United Way Campaign ThemeThe theme for the 1998-99 United Way campaign will again be “Keys to a Caring Community.” It was a winning theme in 1997-98, winning not only second place in a national United Way competition, but it was a winner for our community, says Larry Bittman, this year’s campaign chairman. Ponca City met and exceeded its goal last year and is looking forward to another successful campaign. The first campaign in 1938 raised $19,500 to serve the citizens of Ponca City and United Way is still going strong 60 years later with a campaign goal of $600,000. “The donors are the key to our caring community,” says Bittman, “and they are the key to the success of this year’s campaign.” On Wednesday, Aug. 12, United Way of Ponca City held its loaned executive orientation. “The United Way of Ponca City is proud to have the following loaned executives on our team this year to assist the 30 major companies in the area,” noted Bittman. This years loaned executives include Kim Youngblood from Bowker Ford Group, Robin Carpenter from Home National Bank, Keni Ray and Lee Little from Conoco; Robert Howard from Thorn Apple Valley, Debra Whitener from Loftis Insurance, and P.J. Polk. Everyone in the community is touched by one of the 17 agencies supported by the United Way. The success of this year’s campaign depends on the whole community. United Way funds are raised by the community, for the community, and those funds are allocated by a committee of dedicated community volunteers to insure the dollars are utilized in the best possible way. “We need your help,” says Bittman. “It doesn’t take a lot of money from anybody. It takes a lot of somebodies who care.” If everyone in Ponca City just gave 25 cents a day, that would be over $1 million. The kick-off parade and festival is Saturday, Sept. 12, in downtown Ponca City. United Way of Ponca City serves 17 agencies within the community, including American Red Cross, Arthritis Foundation, Bluestem Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts of America, Bridgeway, Child Development Center, Domestic Violence Program, Golden Villa Adult Day Care Services, Helpline Inc., Hospice of Ponca City, New Emergency Resource Agency, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), The Salvation Army and YMCA. DEATHSOna Allene Callison Ona Allene CallisonOna Allene Callison, resident of Ponca City, died Monday, Aug. 17, 1998, in her home. She was 79. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 1998, at the Highland Cemetery in Pawnee with the Rev. Tom Scott officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Poteet Funeral Home in Pawnee. Ona Allene Callison was born April 1, 1919, in Skedee, the daughter of Grover Funkhouser and Alma Cleo (Moore) Funkhouser. She married Robert Elvin Callison on Dec. 7, 1945, in Reno, Nev. In 1946 they moved from California to Ponca City. Callison was employed as a registered nurse in both Oklahoma City and Ponca City. She was a member of the Christian Church and a member of the volunteer Fire Department. She enjoyed going to lunch with family in Ponca City, volunteering at blood banks, reading, religion, gardening and canning. Callison is survived by one son, David Callison of Tulsa; one daughter, Dona Callison Hendrix of Tulsa; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Lena Spears of Blackburn; one brother, Alvin Funkhouser of Skedee; and many other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1988, her parents, and one sister, Goldie Nelson. Anna Mae Sellers CainAnna Mae Sellers Cain, former Newkirk resident, died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1998, at her home in Arkansas City, Kan. She was 80. A graveside service has been set for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 1998, in the Newkirk Cemetery with the Rev. Blaine Herron, pastor of the Foursquare Gospel at Lincoln Center in Ponca City, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service in Newkirk. Friends may call at the funeral home until 9 p.m. Friday and until 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Anna Mae Sellers Cain was born March 7, 1918, at Canton, Kan., the daughter of John M. and Delia May (Delay) Hager. She grew up on the family farm and began school at Liberty Rural School between Canton and Galva, Kan. The family moved to Boise City and lived there until 1932 when they moved to Newkirk. She attended Newkirk High School and graduated with the class of 1937. On May 5, 1940, she and Alexander Sellers were married in Newkirk where they established their first home. She was an Avon representative for a time and later was employed in the Newkirk Nursing Center. In 1965 she was employed in the Winfield State Hospital, and in 1966 when Mr. Sellers entered the nursing home in Winfield, Kan., she moved into the hospital dormitory to be closer to him. After his death in 1966, she continued working at the hospital and lived in the hospital dormitory. On March 11, 1968, she married Therman Cain in Arkansas City, Kan. They made their home in Winfield for a time before moving to Arkansas City, Kan. Mr. Cain died in 1972 and she changed from her job at the hospital to the school grandparent program in Kansas. She enjoyed children, gardening, and reading. Cain is survived by one son, Alexander Sellers of Tulsa; one daughter, Gracie Winters of Newkirk; two brothers, Jack Hager of Newkirk and Eldon Hager of Ponca City; seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. In addition to both husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and one great-grandchild. The family will be at 210 South Walnut in Newkirk on Saturday. Services PendingPauline Faye WeaverSHIDLER — Pauline Faye Weaver, resident of Shidler, died Friday morning, Aug. 21, 1998, in the Fairfax Memorial Hospital. She was 28. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home of Fairfax. Eddie Glenn MitchellEddie Glenn Mitchell, resident of Lamont, died Friday, Aug. 21, 1998, in the Ponca City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was 84. Survivors include a stepson, Robert E. Hart of Ponca City, and a stepdaughter, Bonnie Jenson of Crescent. Services are pending with McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home of Tonkawa. NEWS BRIEFSNPO Dickerson Promoted — Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class William B. Dickerson, son of Harley B. and Elizabeth L. Dickerson of Pawnee recently was promoted to his present rank while serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson, homeported in Bremerton, Wash. His promotion was based on sustained superior job performance and proficiency in his designated specialty. The 1990 graduate of Pawnee High School joined the Navy in March 1995. Want To Start your own business? Pioneer Technology Center’s Self Employment Training program is enrolling now! The Self-Employment Training program will show you how to start your business for less cash, how to protect your current assets, and every step you need to consider before opening the doors to your business. To enroll or find out more about starting your very own business, Call Larry Atteberry, 762-8336, Ext. 262. adv. Window Broken — At 7:36 a.m. Thursday a woman in the 1600 block of Hudson Drive called police reporting that the window of her shop had been broken. An officer was assigned. Jim Bowen Construction Custom homes, room additions and remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv. Vehicle Burglary — A woman in the 400 block of West Otoe Avenue advised police at 8:50 a.m. Thursday that her vehicle had been burglarized. A report was taken. Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday 6-8 p.m. 205 West Hartford. adv. Harassment — At 9:58 a.m. Thursday a man in the 1100 block of North Waverly Street contacted police about a person harassing his employees. An officer was assigned. Head Country Saturday Night Special All you can eat beef brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $6.95. 4-8 p.m. 1217 East Prospect. adv. Stolen Vehicle — At 10:01 a.m. Thursday a man in the 700 block of West Otoe Avenue contacted police regarding a stolen vehicle. An officer was assigned. Live English Premier League Soccer on Pay Per View. Sunday, August 23, 11:00 a.m., $9.95. This week Aston Villa VS. Middlesbrough. Cable ONE, 762-6684. adv. Arrest — Police arrested an 18-year-old man at 12:02 p.m. Thursday on a Kay County warrant for false pawn. Dougan's Bar-B-Q Saturday Special 4-8 p.m. All you can eat Beef Brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv. Accident — An accident in the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street was reported to police at 1:21 p.m. Thursday. Pump Vandalism — At 1:57 p.m. Thursday police were notified of vandalism to a sewer pump at Wind Mill Cove at Lake Ponca. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Arrest — Police arrested a 39-year-old man at 2:47 p.m. Thursday from Municipal Court for petit larceny. Auction, Saturday, August 22, 10 p.m., 1113 Brentwood. Super quality, very nice furniture, art pieces tools, & mowers. Childers Auction Company. adv. Arrest — At 2:59 p.m. Thursday a 33-year-old man was arrested from Municipal Court for failure to pay. Extra Patrol — At 4:03 p.m. Thursday extra patrol was requested in the 1500 block of Hudson Drive after a vehicle was vandalized. 40% Off all area rugs. Just arrived, new jewelry, gift items and English antiques. Great prices and selections. Meet a friend inour corner tearoom for dessert. Christy’s, 3005 North Fourteenth. adv. Arrest — At 2:09 a.m. Friday a 22-year-old man was arrested from North Fourteenth Street and East Prospect Avenue for driving under the influence and left of center. Dougan's Bar-B-Q Friday Special from 4-8 p.m., All you can eat Ribs with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv. Plant Theft — A woman in the 1400 block of West Highland Avenue called police at 4:49 p.m. Thursday reporting plants stolen from the porch. An officer was assigned. Students Bowling party, Saturday August 22, 12-3, $3 solar bowl, KIXR remote, prizes and refreshments, Ponca Bowl, 2000 Lake Road, 762-3333. adv. Window Vandalism — At 5:22 p.m. Thursday police were advised of juveniles inside a vacant house at South Eighth Street and Madison Avenue, breaking windows. Police were assigned and took 5-7 juveniles into custody. Kids Review now accepting children's fall consignments. adv. Break-In — At 6:31 p.m. Thursday a break-in was reported in the 1300 block of South Eighth Street. An officer was assigned. Las Vegas Bowl, Sunday nights, 9 pin format. All members go to Vegas at end of season. Meet and bowl, Sunday August 23 at 6:00 at Ponca Bowl, 2000 Lake Road, 762-3333. adv. Missing Card — A man was at the police station at 9:03 p.m. Thursday to report a missing debit card which was either lost or stolen at an ATM machine at North Fourteenth Street and East Hartford Avenue. A report was taken. 60% Off, R&G Style Shop, Newkirk, summer clearance. adv. Juvenile Arrest — Police arrested a 14-year-old boy at 10:53 p.m. Thursday for second degree burglary. Soccer Sign-up starts August 22nd for all boys and girls 4 1/2 and up. Sign up times: Saturday, August 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday thru Wednesday, August 24 thru August 26, 4 p.m.-8 p.m.at P.C. Sports Shack, 205 E. Grand. adv. Arrest — A 20-year-old man was arrested at 12:25 a.m. Friday from the intersection of Princeton Avenue and North Fourteenth Street for driving under suspension. Fight — Police were called to the 200 block of Virginia Avenue after a woman reported a fight at 2:24 a.m. Friday. Victim declined prosecution. RELIGIONChurch Briefs Church BriefsFirst Pentecostal Continues Bible Study Series This past Wednesday, First United Pentecostal Church, 1921 East Hartford, hosted Lesson Two of an exciting Bible study series entitled “Search for Truth.” This 10-week series is a comprehensive overview of the Bible beginning in Genesis with the Creation and ending in Revelation with the end times. Pastor Rick Hughes believes the series will be a great way to gain vast understanding of the scriptures in just ten short weeks. He urges anyone interested in learning more about the Bible and its teachings to join the church family at First Pentecostal for this series. The Wednesday Bible Studies will begin at 7 p.m. each week with Lesson Three scheduled Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Pastor Hughes at 767-1482. Community Christian Plans CarnivalA Back to School Carnival is scheduled at Community Christian on Sunday, Aug. 23, celebrating the start of a new school year. This will be an evening of fun for all ages! The Membership Committee will be providing a meal of sloppy joes, chips, dessert, and drinks. The carnival will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Several booths will set be set up in the new fellowship hall — pop toss, tic-tac-toe toss, basketball throw, money toss, bean bag throw, musical chairs and others, with prizes. It’s a family affair, it was announced. First Lutheran Announces New Worship Theme“We Are Jesus’ TEAM!” That is the new worship theme that will be initiated at First Lutheran Church on Aug. 23 at both the 8:30 a.m. and the 11 a.m. services. The overall focus is on the unity in Christ. The first seasonal sub-theme is United in Understanding. Pastor Ramsey’s sermon title for Sunday is “A Shared Vision.” The cheerleaders of First Lutheran School will be on hand to lead the congregation in a sheer of unity. The service will also feature the debut of a new hymn text written by Gina Laramy, a member of the church. Jessica Hurd will serve as trumpeter. The full Senior Choir will return from summer vacation to present the anthem "Great Is Thy Faithfulness.” Sunday will also mark the first week in which members will pick up cards with Bible verses to be memorized by the following week. On each card is the name of an individual, family, or organization for which the member is to pray during the week. At the end of this ten week season a Bible Bee will be held to see who has memorized the most Bible verses. The members of First Lutheran invite any local citizens to join them in this exciting new opportunity to worship the Lord. ‘Standing in the Gap’ Minister Here to PreachThe Rev. Kathy Sandlin will be ministering to Ponca Citians at Trinity Pentecostal Holiness Church, 621 West Grand on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 6 p.m. and Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. If you or you know someone who is hurting and needs help, come and bring them or a friend to these meetings. Pastors Paul and Pam Holmes say God is working in the Rev. Kathy’s ministry all over, in healings, uplifting words from God, encouragement for marriages — spiritual, mental and physical. The Rev. Sandlin is from South Carolina and is the conference World Intercession Network (WIN) director for the Pentecostal Holiness Churches. Everyone welcome — “come and see what the Lord will do” is the message from the Pastors Holmes. First Christians to Hear Handbell ConcertAn appreciation concert will be given at First Christian Church this Sunday, Aug. 23, at 10:15 a.m. in the sanctuary. Selections will be performed by the Renaissance Ringers, Youth Handbell Choir, as well as a duet by Sharon Cooper and Marta Sullivan. This concert is given in appreciation of the support and donations given by the congregation of First Christian for the adopt-a-bell program that was held last spring. The public is welcome to attend this concert which is part of the morning worship service. Child care is provided. ‘Come Let Us Reason Together’The Hartford Avenue Church of Christ invites you to share God’s Word with them every week — Sunday Bible classes 9:30 a.m., worship 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. and Wednesday 7 p.m. There are classes for all age levels — nursery through adult. A “Heart for the Harvest” Seminar is scheduled for Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. at Hartford Avenue Church of Christ with Marvin Bryant as speaker. The schedule is “Getting Our Bearings” at 5 p.m.; “Rediscovering the Gospel” at 7 p.m. Aug. 23 at 9:30 a.m. A Disturbing Truth; 10:30 a.m., “Profound Disclosure” and at 12 noon an All-Church Fellowship Lunch will be served. At 6 p.m.”What the World Really Needs” is scheduled, and Sunday, Aug. 23 is BYSD “Bring Your Self Day.” Falls Creek Closes With Record AttendanceThe Baptist Falls Creek Assembly closed an historic summer with a registration of 38,466 folks attending from over the state, according to the Baptist Messenger, up almost 5,000 from last year. The more than 38,000 campers in the first-ever six weeks of camp sets a record to Falls Creek attendance. Decision, however, were down slightly this year with 4,188 compared with 4,403 in 1997. Up some was special service decisions which totaled 566 this year over the 517 last summer. Camp leaders added a sixth week to the camp this year and it was filled. Bill Green, BGCO associate executive director and Church and Family Equipping Team leader, who directed music at Falls Creek this year, said although another week was added, it was the easiest Falls Creek he’s experienced. “It was the best Falls Creek I’ve had,’ he said. “Nothing disrupted the spirit of God.” Green said there was a prevailing spiritual significance all the way through camp this year and he attributes that to prayer. He added that the young people were more focused than ever before. Crestview Baptists to Hear Dr. Ward SundayThis Sunday evening at 6 o’clock, the Director of Missions of Kay Baptist Association, Dr. Chester Ward, will present a program on Malawi. He will show a video, and give his personal perspective on the culture and special needs of that country, according to Pastor Virgil Swift. With the recent terrorist actions and other unrest in that part of the world, it’s more important than ever that the message of Jesus Christ be emphasized. Everyone is invited to come and share in this information and challenging time with Crestview Baptist, according to Pastor Swift. POP Lutherans Tell Fall PlansConfirmation classes will resume Sept. 1 from 4 to 5 p.m. for the second year class at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 Turner Road. Pastor Bruce Keck also announced that a class for the first-year confirmands will begin Aug. 27. A study on Lutheranism begins Sept. 4, and anyone interested should contact the church office. Appreciation was expressed to the youth group for their door decorations and plants they shared with patrons of Shawn Manor Nursing Home. The youth of Prince of Peace and Asbury United Methodist plan to combine efforts to re-roof a home for an elderly Ponca City resident. Financial funds will be provided by AAL towards the completion of this service project. Plans are being considered for a Sunday School Rally Day kick-off on Sept. 13. Watch for more details in the near future. WELCA will have their fall organizational meeting on Sept. 9 at the home of Clara Heldenbrand — more details later. Scholarship applications for the fall semester need to be submitted to Mrs. Ray by Aug. 16, it was announced. Prince of Peace issues an invitation to the public to come and worship at Prince of Peace Lutheran on Sunday mornings at the 8:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. service. A Fellowship time follows the worship service. Pastor Keck is also available for any pastoral care concerns — just call him at 762-7698. Sunset Baptists Set Special DaySunset Baptist Church is planning a special day for Sunday, Aug. 23, shooting for a high attendance in Sunday School this first Sunday after school has started. A picnic with fried fish and chicken, furnished by the church, will be held at Lew Wentz Camp in the air-conditioned dining hall. Each family is asked to bring a covered dish to go with the fish and chicken. Eating utensils, iced tea, coffee, and water will be furnished. The picnic will begin about 1 p.m., giving everyone time to get there after the morning church service. Transportation will be provided from the church for those needing a ride. Randy Whittern, member of Olivet Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, will be presenting a music concert at 2 p.m. after the picnic. This concert will be held in the air-conditioned dining hall. Randy will also be singing during the morning worship service at Sunset. He was “Entertainer of the Year” three years in a row at the Oklahoma Opry. He was the featured performer in 1996 at the Oklahoma State Fair OPUBCO Pavilion, performing three shows daily for three weeks. His music varies from Ray Stevens tunes, to traditional gospel, to inspirational original songs. After the concert, swimming for $1 each in the Lew Wentz pool will be available, as well as horseshoes, softball, volleyball, and other games for anyone wishing to stay and participate. Sunset invites anyone interested to participate in this special day, which will begin with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and worship service at 10:40 a.m. at the church, 915 Greenwood Avenue (1000 North Ash and Birch streets), picnic at 1 p.m., concert at 2 p.m., and swimming and games at 3 p.m. at Lew Wentz Camp. There will be no Sunday evening services at Sunset this Sunday, according to Pastor Ron Ledbetter and Monty Wright, Music and Youth Minister. Peachtree Landing Festival SetThe annual Peachtree Landing Pie Festival is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Fifth Street park. This event is a way of saying “thank you” to the churches and individuals in the community that have supported the shelter this year. An exciting evening of fun, food and entertainment is being planned, and folks are being encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on while enjoying the live local band concert. Pies to be sold are provided by members of Ponca City’s various churches. Peachtree Landing is an emergency shelter which helps 1300 people a year move out of homelessness toward independent living. Of those who seek assistance from Peachtree Landing, 50 percent are from Ponca City and over 26 percent are from Kay County. Those baking pies are reminded the pies need to be delivered to the Fifth Street park shelterhouse between 4 and 6 p.m. on Aug. 29. First Church of God Sets Their Annual Faith Promise MeetingThe First Church of God, 1101 West Grand, is once again sharing in their annual Faith Promise Convention. Pastor Tom Smith explained, “Each year we challenge our people to give in support of Missions overseas in Africa and China, as well as here in Ponca City.” The folks at First Church of God believe that not to support Missions would be to say that they have no mission! Acts 1:8 says: “...ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.” Pastor Smith points out “spreading the Word of God, according to the Scriptures, is the job of the Christian and to be shared around the world.” First Church of God invites all to come on Saturday evening, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m. for an International Meal and a time of sharing by Sherman Critser, Church of God missionary from Uganda, Africa. Bro. Sherman will also be speaking on Sunday morning, Aug. 23, at 9:30 a.m. and again at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Smith points out this will be an exciting time, learning about missions in Rwanda and Zaire, and hearing, first hand, about the killing of thousands at the borders of Rwanda and Zaire. Bro. Critser was there and continued to minister, even in the face of death. “Come and join us,” Pastor Smith invited Ponca Citians. Friday Night Live Set Tonight at Word of Life Christian CenterFriday Night Live will be held this Friday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at Word of Life Christian Center, 3401 North Union. This special service is a continuation of the “Catch the Fire Revival and Times of Refreshing” with Dave Martin, Evangelist Dave has ministered extensively in the U.S. and in many countries on the African Continent. He has led many revivals, including the outpouring of the Spirit of God initiated at Word of Life in 1996, according to Pastor Bob Innis. Pastor Innis encourages everyone to come and be a part of what God is doing at these special meetings. He said, “The most important issue is the result of being changed when one leaves the services.” Word of Life Christian Center, a World Outreach Ministry, is located at 3401 North Union in Ponca City. Word of Life service times are Sunday at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. EDUCATIONMusic Department Tunes Up for Fall Music Department Tunes Up for FallAfter practicing for several hot hours a day since the end of July, the 1998-99 Po-Hi Marching Wildcats are ready for their first preview performance on Aug. 25 on the south lawn of the high school. The public is encouraged to participate in the evening by listening to the euphony, eating ice cream and meeting the five recently hired directors in the instrumental music department. The Marching Wildcats welcome two new band directors this year. Lonnie Foster is the new assistant band director and low brass specialist at the high school. A former member of the Sky Ryders and Phantom Regiment drum and bugle corps, Mr. Foster recently received a Master of Music Education degree from Wichita State University. The new director of the Middle School/Mid-High bands is Danny Burnes, who comes to Ponca City from Eli Whitney Middle School in Tulsa. Prior to assuming his responsibilities as director of bands at Whitney Middle School, Burnes served as an assistant band director at Bixby High School. The Orchestra program ushers in three new directors this year. The new director of high school orchestra is Melinda Maness. She has an impressive resume which includes 21 years of public school teaching experience and a Master of Music Education degree from Texas Womens University. She will be relocating to Ponca City from Bryan, Texas. The middle school also welcomes a new orchestra director. Valerie Huffman will be teaching seventh grade orchestra at Ponca City Middle School and several elementary classes. She holds a Master of Music Education degree from Ohio University, Athens. The elementary orchestra program welcomes Shannon Gackstatter as its new director. Gackstatter, who also holds a Master of Music Education degree, taught elementary orchestra in Ponca City from 1980-1984. Allan Goodwin, Supervisor of Instrumental Music, invites the Ponca City community to join him in welcoming this tremendous new staff. The Instrumental Music Parents Association (IMPA) will hold the first general meeting on Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. The performance by the Marching Wildcats will follow the meeting at approximately 7:30-8 p.m. NOC Offers InternshipsBy participating in the Northern Oklahoma College Project Partners Internship Program, local businesses can increase their work force while assisting qualified college students in learning on the job. Initiated in the 1998 spring semester, the program received an enthusiastic response from participating businesses and interns alike. Some interns were paid by their employers while others worked for the opportunity to increase their skills and build their resumes while investigating career positions. All interns pay tuition ($116 for Oklahoma residents) to receive up to three hours of college credit for the program. Before applying to the program, they must have earned 30 credit hours toward a degree in business, agriculture or social science. Prospective employers interview and screen the applicants. Area businesses interested in an opportunity to work with Northern students and the Internship Program may contact Sue Ann Rodgers at (580) 628-6651 for more information. Local businesses already planning to participate in the 1998 fall Internship Program include Conoco, Oklahoma Natural Gas, Pioneer Bank and Trust Company, Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce and Sykes, all of Ponca City, and Service Bank of Tonkawa. Local Family Hosts Exchange StudentMr. and Mrs. David Zimmerman of Ponca City welcomed their new “daughter” this month from Germany. Monika Herold, a Youth for Understanding International Exchange student, will attend Po-Hi this fall and will live with the Zimmerman family for an academic year. As a member of the Zimmerman family, Monika will participate in all family activities, from vacations to household chores. While sharing the culture of Germany with her host family and schoolmates, she will learn about U.S. culture. YFU, established in 1951, is one of the world’s oldest and largest nonprofit international exchange organizations, dedicated to international understanding and world peace. About 4,000 U.S. families open their homes and hearts to YFU international students each year. More information about hosting YFU international students is available from YFU’s volunteer for the Ponca City area, Constance Van Ausdall, at 765-4588 or by calling YFU’s regional office at 1-800-USA-0200. Parents Urged To Meet New TeachersThis year the elementary orchestra teachers are Valerie Huffman (Garfield, Lincoln and Woodlands) and Shannon Gackstatter (Liberty, Roosevelt, Trout, Union and Washington). There will be an opportunity for all interested fifth and sixth grade parents and students to meet with these teachers on Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Fine Arts Building at Po-Hi in room 104. This will allow parents and students an introduction to these teachers and a time for questions and information about elementary orchestra. Kindermusik Captures National AttentionAs the leading early childhood music and movement education program, Kindermusik has captured national attention with recent appearances on CNN and Good Morning America. CNN’s “Parenting Today” featured Kindermusik on July 13. The half-hour show spotlighted music programs for varying age groups. Donna Brelsford’s “Beginnings” class and interviews with her and some of her parents were included in the segment. One month later on Aug. 19, Good Morning America aired a report on the benefits of music for children. Good Morning America sent a crew to the Bell Center for Music and the Arts in New Hampshire. Kindermusik was represented in the broadcast with an interview of Kindermusik educator Susan Adams and two close-up shots of jubilant children donning Kindermusik T-shirts in her class. Additionally, another major network has contacted Kindermusik International for a possible feature story on its popular news show. Kindermusik International says they continues to work diligently to reach parents on their behalf. They say that when Kindermusik appears on national TV programs, they receive phone calls from interested parents across the nation. They then provide those parents with lists of licensed Kindermusik teachers in their geographic location. The introduction to the program states the purpose very succinctly: “The Kindermusik philosophy is family-centered because we believe that home activities and group participation are essential to each child’s development. That’s why we have put together this special program. We want to provide you with quality musical instruments, supplementary materials, and parenting books...” Your certified Kindermusik instructors in Ponca City are Brenda Sylvester and Charmaine Swearingen. Information can be obtained by calling 762-8924 or 762-8734. Classes in Ponca City begin Aug. 31. School NewsStudents GraduateFour students from Ponca City will graduate tonight from Oklahoma State University-Okmulgee. They are Clayton Goff, Blackwell; Richard Balfanz, Matthew Bishop and Christopher Wallen, Ponca City. Pontius AcceptedTara Pontius, daughter of Dale and Londa Pontius, has been accepted into the School of Occupational Therapy at the University of Oklahoma’s Health Sciences Center College of Allied Health in Oklahoma City. She is a 1995 Po-Hi graduate. PAC MeetingThe first 1998-99 Parent Advisory Council meeting of Po-Hi will be held Aug. 25 at 10:30 a.m. in the Conference Room of the Howell Building. This meeting is open to all interested parents. Jerry Winkle, new high school principal, will be there to meet patrons. Plans for monthly topics and speakers will be discussed. Hintergardt HonoredRyan Scott Hintergardt, son of Ms. JoAnn Hintergardt, and student at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, will be in the 1998 edition of “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.” Love Awarded ScholarshipLisa Love, nursing student at Northern Oklahoma College, has been awarded the first scholarship from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Crain Visits ChinaLinsi Nicole Crain, granddaughter of Doris and Chas E. Ross of Ponca City, is returning to the University of Oklahoma after completing a tour of China. She received the equivalent of a $19,000 grant from Phillips Petroleum. LIFESTYLESHappy Hilltop Group Meets Happy Hilltop Group MeetsThe Happy Hilltop Homemakers Club met Aug. 12 at the Western Sizzlin’ for lunch and the monthly meeting. NaDean Thomas, president, presided at the meeting and members gave the salute to the flag and the club creed in unison. Nancy Challis gave the devotions on “A Happy Life” by Grace Easley. Roll call was answered by 12 members and one guest, Vivian Scott. Della Daniels read the minutes and the treasurer’s report was given by Fran Van Hoesen, who also gave information about a former member, Nancy Huggins. Frances Basham won the hostess prize and tips for the day were given by Ms. Van Hoesen concerning picture making and by Ms. Daniels about stain treatment. Nancy Challis served as hostess and gave the program, teaching members how to make flowers from facial tissue. The September meeting will be a family social and meeting combined at the home of Irene and Floyd Harden. The event is scheduled at 4 p.m. Sept. 26. Sorority PledgesThe names of pledges from this area and their affiliated sororities at Oklahoma State University have been announced. From Ponca City: Melissa Boelens, Jill Brien, Alpha Chi Omega; Amanda Dickson, Ellen Sprehe, Delta Delta Delta; Nikki Terry, Kappa Alpha Theta; Shelly Birdsong, Jessica Webb, Kappa Kappa Gamma; Jennifer Shears, Zeta Tau Alpha; Blackwell: Lori Hutchins, Michal Ward, Alpha Chi Omega. Burbank: Julie Jacques, Kappa Alpha Theta. Kaw City: Robin Aupperle, Kappa Delta. Lamont: Brooke Tebow, Zeta Tau Alpha. Nardin: Kellee Baker, Chi Omega. Pawhuska: Lori Labadie, Gamma Phi Beta. Perry: Jennifer Platt, Alpha Delta Pi, Lindsey Hubble, Pi Beta Phi. Wesley Brown, Educator, Celebrates 92nd BirthdayWESLEY BROWN, educator at White Eagle for 25 years before retiring in 1962, observed his 92nd birthday June 16. Currently residing in Ponca City, he has many friends in the area and his family wanted the community to be aware of his birthday. SPORTSFrontier Gets Slow Start in Tourney Frontier Gets Slow Start in TourneyGLENCOE — Glencoe exploded for 10 runs in the fifth inning to ruin Frontier’s start in the Glencoe Tournament Thursday and hand the Mustangs their first loss of the season, 18-3. Glencoe got off to an 8-0 start in the first three innings before Frontier came back to narrow the gap to 8-3. But Glencoe brought the game to an end with the big fifth inning. Frontier collected five hits, including doubles by Matt Clouse and Jeff Ingmire. Glencoe banged out 11 hits against three Frontier pitchers with starter Justin Grass taking the loss. Frontier, now 2-1, was to play the loser of the Billings-Carney game in the second round of the tournament today. Glencoe 422 0(10) — 18 11 3 Frontier 001 20 — 3 5 0 WP — Flowers, LP — Grass. 2B — M. Clouse, Ingmire (Frontier)
Copyright© Ponca City News, 1998 |