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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Tuesday, August 25, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS BUSINESS LOCALPredictions of Light Voter Turnout Coming True Predictions of Light Voter Turnout Coming TrueFrom Staff and AP Reports What if an election was held and nobody came? That’s not exactly what was happening when The News checked with local precincts about noon — but it was close. Oklahomans are voting in the primary election today. The answer from the precinct inspectors at Precincts 516, 527 and 533, were in this order, “very slow,” “terrible,” and “awful.” At Southside Baptist 14 votes had been cast, 58 at Union School, which normally would have 100 or 200, and St. Luke’s Church of the Nazarene there were 42 voters when usually the count would be between 75 and 100. Iris Petersen at Precinct 527 at Union School said the road construction may have hampered some of the attendance. The school is accessible only from the south on Union Street. County Commission District 3 seats are up for election this year. Kay County’s only local race was the District 3 Republican primary between incumbent Rex Purdy and challenger Glenn Terrell. Today’s Oklahoma primary was largely a Democratic affair, especially at the top of the ticket where Republican Gov. Frank Keating, Sen. Don Nickles and other top GOP officials were unopposed. Statewide, a light turnout was expected, perhaps as few as 500,000, said Lance Ward, state Election Board secretary. That prediction appeared to be true early on across the state as well as in Ponca City. A check of precincts around the state found voters trickling into the polling sites. ‘‘It’s pretty much a typical election day. We’re getting calls about where to go vote, but there are not as many as would be expected for a statewide election,’’ said Oklahoma County Election Board Secretary Doug Sanderson. ‘‘I think the state Election Board was predicting about 35 percent turnout.’’ Tulsa County officials were thinking about 53,000 of the county’s 320,000 eligible voters would cast ballots today. Voting was slow-going in Comanche and Woodward counties, as well as Muskogee County, where a commissioner’s race was added to the ballot, assistant Secretary Frances Clelland said. Only 53 races were on the primary ballot, the lowest amount in three decades. Even though a number of Republicans were unchallenged in a primary, many of them planned to celebrate anyway at a combination watch party and fund-raiser in Oklahoma City for Keating. Democratic state Reps. Laura Boyd of Norman and James Hager of Pawhuska were seeking the Democratic nomination for governor. Like Keating and Nickles, all six incumbent GOP U.S. House members were unopposed. Four Democrats were seeking their party’s nomination in the 3rd Congressional District. They were state Sen. Darryl Roberts of Ardmore, the 1996 nominee; former state Rep. Walt Roberts of McAlester, Chickasha Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby of Ada and Oklahoma Baptist University professor Tony Litherland of Shawnee. Democrats feel they have a shot at upending Republican Wes Watkins in the heavily Democratic 3rd District, which Watkins represented seven terms as a Democrat. One legislative contest pitted Rep. Charles Key, R-Oklahoma City, against three opponents. Key helped lead the grand jury investigation of the Oklahoma City bombing case. In the 2nd Congressional District, Democratic candidates were Kent Pharaoh of Henryetta, Isabel K. Baker of Tahlequah, Bryan J. Bigby of Tahlequah and James R. Wilson of Claremore. The incumbent is Republican Tom Coburn of Muskogee. Three candidates vied for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, but the winner will be a decided underdog against Nickles. The Democrats are Arlie Nixon of Jennings, Don E. Carroll and Jerry Kobyluk of Spencer. A fourth candidate, Jacquelyn Ledgerwood, died after filing for office, but her name was still on the ballot. There are two independent Senate candidates — Argus W. Yandell Jr. of Stillwater and Mike Morris of Ripley, former chairman of the state Republican Party. In the 6th Congressional District, Paul M. Barby of Oklahoma City and W.T. Dub Whalen of Oklahoma City are seeking the Democratic nomination. There is a GOP primary for school superintendent pitting Linda Murphy of Tulsa against Tod Williams of Beaver. Incumbent Republican Labor Commissioner Brenda Reneau of Oklahoma City is facing Chris Brown of Norman for that post. Democrats running for labor commissioner are J.C. Watts of Eufaula, the father of U.S. Rep. J.C. Watts Jr., Virginia Jenner of Wagoner and Jerry Morgan of Oklahoma City. John P. Crawford, incumbent insurance commissioner, drew two opponents in the Republican primary. They are Don Strong of Edmond and Bill Macguire of Oklahoma City. Seeking the Democratic nomination are Carroll Fisher of Tulsa and John Spearman and Barry Hale of Oklahoma City. Polls close at 7 p.m. in the state’s 77 counties. Osage County Firemen May Lobby for Sales TaxPAWHUSKA (AP) — Osage County firefighters will have to form an organization to lobby for passage of a five-year, half-cent sales tax that would benefit all 45 departments in the county. The firefighters were told by county commissioners Monday that they would agree to call a county-wide sales tax election if such a group was formed, said Steve Guy, chief of the Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department near Ponca City. Commissioners said a formal organization would ensure that revenues from the tax would go to firefighting efforts, Guy said. The firefighters have scheduled a meeting for Wednesday. An Osage County firefighters association would include a watchdog committee to oversee revenue from a sales tax and set up a formula of sharing revenue among the departments, Guy said. The formula would be based on the number of houses and businesses each department covers in its firefighting efforts, he said. Areas that would benefit from the funding are west of Bartlesville, east of Ponca City and north of Tulsa around Skiatook. Fire departments in Fairfax, Hominy, Pawhuska, Shidler and Skiatook also would share. Fire chiefs believe a half-cent tax would generate $750,000 in revenue annually. That money would go toward equipment and training for the county’s fire departments. After the five years expires, voters would be asked to continue it, Guy said. ‘‘We think it (tax) would go through,’’ Guy said. Rural volunteer fire departments must rely on state aid, which amounts to $2,200 a year to maintain vehicle and pay for other bills, like workers compensation insurance. Some of the Osage County rural departments are responsible for as many as 4,000 homes outside an incorporated area to as few as five homes, Guy said. Fishing Derby For Tiger CubsTiger Cubs, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), is an exciting program of the Boy Scouts of America for first-grade boys (or those who are 7 years of age) and their adult partner. Tiger Cubs, BSA, fills a great need in America today by providing a fun, uncomplicated program for bringing boys and their families closer together. Tigers Cubs introduces boys and their adult partners to the excitement of Cub Scouting as they “Search, Discover and Share” together. All first grade boys (or boys who are 7 years old) are invited to a Tiger Cub Fishing Derby. The fishing derby will be held at Lake Ponca Shelter House No. 1 on Saturday. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m., fishing will start at 10 a.m. and free hot dogs will be served at noon. Prizes will be awarded to the best Tiger fisherman. For more information contact the Will Rogers Council at 765-6669. District CourtNewkirk Marriage Licenses Robert Dean Hall, 23, and Paula Elaine Costello, 20, both of Ponca City. Jack Paul Henry Jr., 49, Haysville, and Barbara Lin Phillips, 40, Wichita. Juan Aldama, 41, and Francisca Solis, 44, both of Ponca City. Duane Matthew Keeler, 22, and Tammy Rose Tyner, 23, both of Ponca City. Lawrence James Jones, 43, and Sina Renae Jones, 23, both of Ponca City. Jacob Lee Aguinaga Jr. 25, and Sharlene Joy Benning, 28, both of Arkansas City. David Lawrence Place, 60, and Evelyn Rose Doerflinger, 70, both of El Dorado. Roland Jack Noear Jr., 20, and Jennifer Elaine Smith, 19, both of Ponca City. Divorces Sought Debra L. Sherman vs. Larry L. Sherman. Divorces Granted Becky Jean Lafferty vs. Roger Anthony Lafferty. Civil Petitions Nationsbank N.A. vs. Chris Bond and Lee Ann Bond; plaintiff seeking judgment for $9,186.83. Blackwell Divorces Sought Thomas J. Donaldson vs. Tracie L. Donaldson. Shame H. Vaughn vs. Catherine Michelle Vaughn. Connie S. Brown vs. Rickey D. Brown. Police Nab Suspects After Receiving TipPolice arrested three men for second degree burglary after the trio attempted to steal a television set from a local motel early this morning. A guest at the Days Inn, 1415 East Bradley Avenue, called police at approximately 4 a.m. after seeing two suspects carrying an item, possibly a television, wrapped in a sheet and loading it into a van. Police located and stopped the van in the 500 block of East Ponca Avenue. The television was recovered and the three men, ages 20 and 19, were arrested. Ponca Playhouse Auditions Set For This WeekPonca Playhouse begins it 40th season with “Moon Over Buffalo.” Auditions for this season opener will be 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the Rehearsal Hall, First Street and Oklahoma. Rehearsals will begin Friday. Guest director for this farcical comedy is Nancy Vunovich. Vunovich says that several parts for men and women of various ages will be up for grabs. Her skills with comedy of the absurd had the audiences laughing when she directed Playhouse productions such as “Noises Off!” and “Lend Me a Tenor.” Assistant director Christina Rich-Splawn is organizing volunteers for this production. If you are interested in volunteering, call 765-5360. “Moon Over Buffalo” will show Sept. 25, 26, 27 and Oct. 2 and 3. Other Ponca Playhouse productions and their dates include “Our Town” on Nov. 13, 14, 15, 20 and 21; “Sunshine Boys” on Jan. 29, 30, 31 and Feb. 5 and 6; “Curious Salvage” on March 5, 6, 7, 12 and 13; and “Mikado” on May 7, 8, 9, 14 and 15. P.C. School Board Rescinds Creation of Two Middle SchoolsBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor Retracting the vote from the last board meeting to create two middle schools consisting of grades seven and eight for the 1999-2000 school year was approved at a special board meeting Monday night of the Ponca City Board of Education. The vote was 6-1 with Marvin Clark voting no. After rescinding the vote, board members entered into discussion concerning designing a future middle school configuration that will allow planning to begin to renovate both the East and West facilities. Board members unanimously approved a plan to have the sixth and seventh graders at one school and the eighth graders at another school. The location was not decided. Some board members thought it would be a good idea to have the sixth and seventh graders at the Middle School and the eighth graders at the Mid-High to free up the Annex on Grand Avenue for alternative programs. Other board members thought the sixth and seventh graders should be housed at the Mid-High and the eighth graders at the Middle School so they could use the athletic facilities at the Middle School. Board members will decide on the location of the students at the next board meeting. Members wanted time to receive recommendations from the architect, staff and community. The eighth graders will remain at the East site, and the seventh graders will remain at the West site during renovations. The ninth graders are expected to move to the high school for the 1999-2000 school year. A contract between Ponca City Public Schools and the Ponca City Association of Classroom Teachers (ACT) was approved. On Aug. 17 the Ponca City Board of Education and ACT reached a tentative agreement for a contract for the 1998-99 school year. The agreement made thirteen changes in the existing contract. All experienced teachers will advance on the salary schedule one step, with an average step of $500. Additional compensation will be available for a contracted extra duty covering classes for absent teachers and for redeemed sick leave at retirement. The contract also safeguards stipends paid by the State of Oklahoma directly to teachers for insurance and retirement benefits. The contract will cover the employment status of 380 certified teachers. The personnel report with addendum was accepted. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. DEATHSShelton Vernon Phipps Shelton Vernon PhippsShelton Vernon “Pappy” Phipps, longtime Ponca City resident, died Sunday, August 23, 1998 at the Tender Heart Health Care Center. He was 89. The funeral will be graveside, Wednesday, 11 a.m. at the Odd Fellows Cemetery with the Rev. Ron Ledbetter, pastor, Sunset Baptist Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Born Sept. 8, 1908, at El Campo, Texas, he was the son of Dick and Flossie Ray Cook Phipps. At an early age, he moved to Oklahoma with his parents. On April 10, 1930, he married Edna M. Snyder in Ponca City. The couple farmed for a number of years east of Ponca City. Mr. Phipps then went to work for N.B. Shell in pipeline construction. Following the sale of the company to Sober Brothers he continued working until his retirement. He was a member of Sunset Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, traveling, and gardening. He is survived by a daughter, Louise Ryan, Ponca City; a son, Scott Phipps, also of Ponca City; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1992; a son, Lee Phipps; his parents; a brother, Harry Phipps; a sister, Goldie Roper; and a grandson. Memorials may be made to Golden Villa Center, 615 West Grand, Ponca City, OK 74601. The family will be at 505 North. Sunset. Madonna Grace RogersTONKAWA — Madonna Grace “Billie” Rogers, longtime Tonkawa resident, died Monday, Aug. 24, 1998, at the Tulsa Regional Hospital. She was 69. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Tonkawa United Methodist Church with Dr. Brian Kovacs, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the Tonkawa IOOF Cemetery under the direction of McCafferty Bolick Funeral Home. Madonna Grace “Billie” (Clemens) Rogers was born Jan. 7, 1929, in Mineral Wells, Kan., the daughter of William H. and Grace L. (Newport) Clemens. She grew up in the Three Sands area where she graduated from high school. She attended Northern Oklahoma College. On Sept. 28, 1951, she married Matthew A. “Buck” Rogers in San Antonio, Texas and the couple established their home in Tonkawa. Mrs. Rogers was employed for several years with Arkla Gas, before beginning employment as a bus driver for the Tonkawa Schools for ten years. After the death of her husband in 1980, she was employed in the natural gas accounting department at Conoco, retiring in 1990. She was a member of the Tonkawa Methodist Church and the VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include four children, D.A. Dave Rogers of Tonkawa, Mike Rogers of Tulsa, Laurie Arellano and Andy Rogers, both of Tonkawa; three sisters, Joan Ewell of Oklahoma City, Maudine Collyer of Ponca City and Sharla Brown of Blackwell; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. The family will be at 402 North Barnes Street in Tonkawa. Estal E. SparlinCOLUMBUS, Ohio — Estal E. Sparlin, former Ponca City resident, died Friday, Aug. 21, 1998, in Columbus, Ohio. He was 91. In accordance with Mr. Sparlin’s wishes, his ashes were scattered in his native Osage County in Oklahoma on Aug. 24, 1998. No formal memorial service was to be held. Estal E. Sparlin was born on Aug. 7, 1907, in Fairfax, Osage County, Indian Territory. He lived a short time in Gray Horse with his parents, where the Osage Indians gave him the name of Wa-Kon-Tsie. He later moved to Ponca City where he grew up and attended schools, graduating with honors from Ponca City High School in 1925. He also edited the school newspaper and played on the football team. From 1920 to 1928, he was employed as a paperboy, than as a Linotype operator at the Ponca City News. He also worked at the Columbia Tribune from 1928-35, while he attended the University of Missouri and completed his doctor’s degree in 1936. Sparlin was married to Harriet Trip in Ponca City in 1928 and the couple lived in Missouri, Arkansas, and Ohio, while Sparlin created a long and distinguished career in public service. From 1935 to 1942 he served on the faculty at the Universities of Missouri and Arkansas, teaching government. He did consulting and research work for the New York Legislature, Arkansas Tax Commission, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cleveland (Ohio) Research Bureau, and others. He assisted the Missouri Legislature with revision of statues. Before his retirement in 1973, he served with distinction as director of the Governmental Research Institute and the Citizens League of Greater Cleveland for more than 20 years. At the end of his career he had authored more than 50 articles for professional magazines, including the Missouri Law Review, State Government, National Municipal Review, the Tax Magazine and numerous newspaper articles. Survivors include one daughter, Denise Gilgen of Ann Arbor, Mich.; four sons, David Sparlin of Wichita, Kan., Derry Sparlin of Spring, Texas, Dale Sparlin of Dublin, Ohio and Dan Sparlin of Chapel Hill, N.C.; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife, Harriet, on July 24, 1984; and his parents. Madelyn Mildred DrymonRALSTON — Madelyn Mildred Drymon, longtime Ralston resident, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 1998, at Ralston. She was 73. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Ralston First Baptist Church with the Rev. Virgil Calvert officiating. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery at Ralston under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home. Madelyn Mildred (Vehiller) Drymon was born Sept. 20, 1924 in Peru, Kan., the daughter of John and Margaret (Kitchel) Vehiller. She was married to D.H. Drymon on Oct. 20, 1945, in Fairfax, where the couple made their first home. They moved to Ralston in 1946. Mrs. Drymon was a homemaker and a member of the Ralston First Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, cooking and working in her gardens. Survivors include her husband, D.H. Drymon of Ralston; two sons, Curtis Drymon of Pawnee, and David Drymon of Fairfax; two daughters, Doris Gardner and Linda LeForce, both of Pawnee; three stepsons, Arthur Drymon of Owasso, Harry Drymon and Louis Drymon both of Tulsa; three brothers and five sisters; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five step-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; step-father; two brothers and two sisters; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Drymon’s name to Hospice of Pawnee County, P.O. Box 467, Pawnee, OK 74058 or to Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, 825 N.E. Thirteenth Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73014. Services PendingRichard HendricksonRichard S. Hendrickson, Ponca City resident, died early this morning, Aug. 25, 1998, at his home. He was 71. Survivors include his wife, Imogene, of the home. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. Lois WatsonLois Watson, Ponca City resident, died Monday evening, Aug. 24, 1998 at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home. The family will be at the home of Kitty Russell, Route 2, No. 3 Chuck Drive, located northeast of Ponca City. Cora E. BuckCora Elizabeth Buck, Ponca City resident, died early this morning, Aug. 25, 1998, at the Tender Heart Nursing Center. She was 89. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Felty of Ponca City and Gladys Britt of Reno, Nev. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. Ruby J. MillsTONKAWA — Ruby J. Mills, Tonkawa resident, died early this morning, Aug. 25, 1998, at Hillcrest Manor Nursing Center in Blackwell. She was 89. Survivors include Miles E. Mills of Ponca City and Mary Lou Rice of Edmond. Arrangements are pending with McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home, Tonkawa. Patricia YanceyPatricia Yancey, Ponca City resident, died Monday, Aug. 24, 1998, at Shawn Manor Nursing Home. She was 64. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home. ObituariesCecil C. TiptonCecil C. “Tip” Tipton, longtime Ponca City resident, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 1998 in the Ponca City Nursing Home. He was 80. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, with The Rev. Paul Graham, Pastor, Second Baptist Church, officiating. Services are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Cecil was born Sept. 3, 1917, in Pawnee, to Delbert Tipton and Delia McSpadden Tipton. He grew up in the Fairfax and Burbank area graduating from Burbank High School in 1937. In 1941 he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and was stationed in Las Vegas, Nev., until his discharge in 1945, when he moved back to Ponca City. On June 24, 1942 he was married to Mary Springer in Blackwell. Cecil worked at Conoco as a welder until his retirement. His hobbies included fishing, camping and playing cards. He was a member of the American Legion. Survivors include his wife Mary of the home, one daughter, Dixie and her husband Tim Simmons of Columbus, Ohio.; three grandchildren Bill Simmons and his wife Kelle of Stillwater, Michael and his wife Cristina of St. Paul, Minn., and Justin Simmons of Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, c/o Paula Coppock Pioneer Bank and Trust, P.O. Box 111, Ponca City, OK 74602. paid obituary NEWS BRIEFSDo You Know CPR? — Free one time per month classes in cardiopulmonary resuscitation given by the Ponca City Fire Department training center. Adult Heartsaver Class will be 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at the Hutchins Memorial Auditorium Sunshine Room (south side). All classes are conducted according to the American Heart Association standards. For additional information call 765-3178. 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. Juvenile Arrests — Two 16-year-old boys were arrested from Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue, at 4:58 p.m. Monday for petit larceny. Vandalism — At 8:13 a.m. Monday a woman in the 2900 block of North Union Street contacted police regarding vandalism to her shed and a trailer. An officer was assigned. Vehicle Vandalism — A man in the 400 block of South Ash Street advised police at 8:45 a.m. Monday of vandalism to a vehicle. A report was taken. Missing Stickers — A report was taken by police at 9:28 a.m. Monday after two inspection stickers were reported missing from Pemberton’s Inc., 3330 North Fourteenth Street. Arrest — Police arrested a 19-year-old man at 11 a.m. Monday from South Fourteenth Street and East South Avenue on charges of driving under suspension. Vandalism — At 11:49 a.m. Monday the owner of a home in the 1300 block of South Eighth Street contacted police regarding vandalism to her house. WWF Summerslam only on Pay Per View. Sunday, August 30th at 7:00p.m., $29.95. Cable ONE, 762-6684. adv. Missing Vehicle — A woman in the 800 block of South Sixth Street contacted police at 12:21 p.m. Monday after her vehicle was taken by two juveniles. Exposure Reported — Two reports were received by police at 1:52 p.m. Monday of a man reportedly in his mid 50s exposing himself at two businesses in the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street. Antiques And curious goods. Open this Wednesday and Friday, 11-5 or by chance or appointment, 2836 Bridge Avenue, one block north of Osage Pioneer Bank, 762- 9239. adv. Violation of Order — At 3:24 p.m. Monday police made a report in the 200 block of South Seventh Street of a man who was in violation of an ex parte order. Forged Checks — At 3:35 p.m. Monday police were notified of forged checks at Buy For Less, 2405 North Fourteenth Street. Softball Sign-Ups — Willow Springs co-ed and men’s fall softball sign-ups will be held from present through 8 p.m. Thursday. Fees are $250 per team. The men’s season starts Sept. 1; co-ed season starts Sept. 3. To sign up, contact Herb Roland at 765-4710. Grass Fire — Fire units responded to a report of a grass fire in the 3600 block of C Street at 4:27 p.m. Monday. Instant Passport Pictures. Graham Photo, 201 North First, 765-4348. adv. Accident — A three-vehicle accident at North Second Street and East Highland Avenue was reported to police at 4:54 p.m. Monday. A report was taken. Child Development Center has openings for children turning 4 by Sept. 1st. These children will have the opportunity to participate in the public school’s 4 year old full day program,as wel as receive full day care. Rates are according to income. 765-7532. adv. Gas Drive-off — At 4:55 a.m. Tuesday a clerk at E-Z Mart, 2225 North Fourteenth Street, reported an $8.50 gas drive-off. Every Wednesday ð price clothes, shoes and purses except priced items. Check our Daily Specials. Caboose Thrift Shoppe, First and Central. adv. Field Fire — A fire in a field in the 3800 block of Riverview was reported to police at 6:16 p.m. Monday. The Ranch Drive Fire Department handled the call. State Certified DUI School Bridgeway, Inc. is Kay Co.'s only local non-profit organization that offers both mid week and weekend DUI Schools and Assessments. Next school scheduled Friday August 28th and, Saturday August 29th, starting at 5:30 p.m. We now offer the 24 hr. DUI School. Call 762-1462 for reservations and information. adv. Arrest — A 21-year-old man was arrested from the 300 block of East Cleveland Avenue at 7:15 p.m. Monday for possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, on a city warrant for failure to obey, two Kay County warrants for failure to pay on assault with a deadly weapon and failure to pay on domestic assault battery. Speaker Theft — At 7:45 p.m. Monday a man called police to report that his speakers were stolen out of his vehicle some time during the day while it was parked in the 1100 block of East Prospect Avenue. An officer was assigned. Antique Shipment just arrived tea trolleys $95. Oak Draw leaf table, $150., Armoires starting at $295, English pub tables with wrought iron pedestals $250., Queen Ann Dresser, $295., and other small pieces great prices and selection! Come have dessert in our corner tea room. Christy’s 3005 North 14th. adv. Fire Bugs — A woman in the 600 block of South Thirteenth Street contacted police at 9:18 p.m. Monday regarding some juveniles setting fires across the street and then putting them out. An officer was assigned. Attempted Burglary — At 10:51 p.m. Monday an attempted burglary report was taken at the Willow Springs Part. Arrest — Police arrested an 18-year-old man at 11:36 p.m. Monday from North Fifth Street and Williams Avenue for driving under the influence, driving under suspension and speeding. Arrest — At 12:31 a.m. Tuesday police arrested a 25-year-old man from the 500 block of North Eleventh Street for driving under the influence. 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. Food Patrol — At 5:58 p.m. Monday extra patrol was requested in the 800 block of South Fifth Street after someone reportedly stole food from a garden. BUSINESSPTC Foundation Gets Boost From Credit Bureau Legacy PTC Foundation Gets Boost From Credit Bureau LegacyBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Business Editor An organization, whose founders had the foresight to make provisions for funds that might be left if it should be dissolved, has played an important role in helping the Pioneer Technology Center Inc. Foundation. The charter of the Ponca City Retail Merchants Association and the Ponca City Credit Bureau, formed in the early 1920s, provided for the remaining funds to be dispensed for educational purposes. The Foundation, formed a year ago, and headed by Don Mertz, has received $33,150 from the old Ponca City Bureau, which dissolved recently. An equal amount was given to the Friends of Education. Mertz said, “The money has given us the boost we needed on our way to a goal of $50,000 to help those less fortunate to become tax payers rather than receivers.” These former Credit Bureau funds, combined with donations received in the first year of the Foundation’s existence will be used for scholarships for needy vocational education students. Dr. Sally Downey, superintendent of the vo-tech, said, “The scholarship fund, which has been enhanced with the contribution from the Credit Bureau, will give a new start to many people that are trying to get their lives back in order and pursue a career. “For other recipients the scholarships will give students an opportunity to receive training and to make the difference in leading productive lives by acquiring marketable skills.” Downey said the school annually receives numerous requests for financial funding and the Foundation and the new funding gives a positive resource to help students. The Foundation Board is in the process of selecting the first worthy recipients, upon the advise of Deanna Fruits, Vo-Tech Financial Counselor, who will screen the candidates’ applications for funds along with a sub-committee of the Foundation headed by Mertz and Carl Balcer. A limited number of scholarships will be awarded in a variety of categories depending on the need, which could be tuition, transportation, supplies or meal vouchers. Official notification of the Credit Bureau funds was made by attorney Gary Bracken, also a Board member. Members of the Technology Foundation Board in addition to Mertz, Balcer and Bracken are Don Bouldin, Joan Auld, Louise Abercrombie, all of Ponca City, Jim Ross of Blackwell, Dennis Buss of Tonkawa, and Mary Beth Glass of Newkirk. Dr. Downey and Larry Cannon, Blackwell, a member of the vo-tech school board, are ex-officio members of the Foundation. Charles Miller, president of the Credit Bureau, made the official presentation of the funds to the Foundation. Credit Bureau The association was formed in 1919 and was called the Ponca City Retailers’ Credit Association In a Ponca City News story on the 25th anniversary of the organization Clyde Muchmore, publisher of The News from 1919 to 1959, told of the forming of the organization. There were two chief motives, first to make the extension of credit easy for those entitled to receive it; second, to protect merchants from being imposed upon by those who either were not entitled to it or were in inclined to make too much use of their credit. At the first meeting, Sept. 8, 1920, the committee was instructed to make a study of other credit groups and the needs of Ponca City. They studied other credit organizations and operated out of the Chamber of Commerce offices for a time. Some merchants were anxious to receive credit information, were slow to turn in what they had. Thus the files built up slowly. Finally, merchants became convinced that the information was kept confidential, except for those entitled to receive it, and began to turn in credit lists. On the 70th anniversary of the organization in 1989 the credit bureau still provided an important facet of Ponca City business history. Prominent business and professional people made up the executive boards. The Credit Bureau at that time occupied offices at 400 East Central. Times and Services Change However, as time marched on, a number of the larger customers such as the large national banks, had their own services, and could do their services cheaper. It became apparent that the organization was not cost effective. At the same time as the demand for services decreased there was the need for advanced technology for the Bureau, which would involve a considerable investment. So the governing Board decided the prudent decision was to dissolve the cooperation. The association had about 200 members. The information has now been transferred to the Stillwater Credit Bureau and inquiries can be directed there. Funds to Education Upon investigation of the charter, the discovery was made of the provision for disposing of the funds through educational channels. Therefore the organization did a community service by dividing the funds between the Pioneer Technology Center Foundation and the Friends of Education. Others interested in helping with the scholarship fund may make checks payable to the Pioneer Technology Center Foundation Inc., and mail the contributions to the Foundation at P.O. Box 844, Ponca City, 76402. Don Bouldin is the treasurer. Any amount is appreciated and some of the industries have been contributing a certain amount per employee. City Sales Tax Returns Up During JunePonca City sales tax return from the Oklahoma Tax Commission for business conducted during June was up compared to the same time period last year. Ponca City coffers will receive a total of $891,951 up from $718,290 for the same time frame in 1997. Marc LaBossiere, finance director for the City of Ponca City, notes that when comparing year-over-year sales tax collections, the recent voter-approved dedicated half cent sales tax to renovate and expand the No. 1 Fire Station must be considered. This tax equates to 14.29 percent of total collections, or $127,421 in the current month. This tax went into effect Dec. 1, 1997, and will expire on Nov. 30, 1999. Factoring out the new dedicated tax, and comparing year-over-year collections on retail sales, total sales tax collections in the current month have increased from the same period of the prior year by 6.44 percent, according to LaBossiere. Statewide, the distribution of city sales tax collections totaled $75,270,856. The disbursement of sales tax collections to 487 cities and towns showed an increase of $7,0156,712. Use Tax In addition to sales tax, the City of Ponca City receives a use tax, which is paid on catalog sales or materials purchased out of state and delivered here. The use tax has been climbing recently, too. The use tax distributed by the Oklahoma Tax Commission to the City totaled $92,194, compared to the same time frame in 1997, when it totaled $20,806. City June 98 June 97 Barnsdall $11,442 $11,524 Bartlesville 1,064,398 1,003,531 Billings 9, 060 9,922 Blackwell 89,152 95,053 Braman 2,131 2,039 Burbank 439 446 Deer Creek 533 863 Enid 1,301,275 1,271,316 Fairfax 14,340 12,520 Kaw City 3,038 2,856 Lamont 2,514 2,343 Marland 897 789 Medford 26,216 16,535 Morrison 4,910 5,177 Newkirk 23,776 22,424 Pawhuska 62,467 54,121 Pawnee 31,385 34,333 Perry 81,753 40,256 Pond Creek 7,818 6,990 Ralston 1,583 1,207 Red Rock 650 549 Shidler 2,136 2,431 Stillwater 989,484 921,369 Tonkawa 39,090 36,651 IRS Indian Land Tax Credit Draws Praise From Chamber Applauding the recent Internal Revenue Service determination clearly setting the boundaries of those former Indian lands now eligible for accelerated depreciation and federal tax credits, the State Chamber encouraged all Oklahoma businesses to closely examine their opportunities. “This program is for all qualified Oklahoma businesses, not just those operating under Indian ownership,” said Dick Rush, president of The State Chamber, Oklahoma’s Association of Business and Industry. “We urge all OKlahoma businesses that believe that they many be eligible for accelerated depreciation or back tax credits to immediately file the n necessary amendments to their tax filing. They should immediately contract their tax preparer or certified public accountant and check this program out.” The boundaries for businesses qualifying for the Indian Land tax credits in Kay County include everything east of the Arkansas River and Kaw Lake and everything within six miles of the south county line and everything in a 6 to 12 mile block from the west edge of the county to Tonkawa (bounded by Coleman Avenue, Indian Meridian/“P” Street and North Avenue. Portions of Noble, Pawnee and Payne counties also qualify. This qualification came about because of The Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1993, which provided for substantial tax incentives based on certain business Activity within Indian Reservations. Since Oklahoma has a large Indian population but does not currently have an Indian reservations, lawmakers wanted to insure those benefits would be available to those involved in business activity in OKlahoma by including the legal definition of “Indian reservation” the term in former Indian reservations in Oklahoma. The law, however, did not specifically define where in the state the geographic boundaries of former Indian reservations lie. While the IRS was working on making such a determination, Congress wrote a 1997 amendment to the original law, which defined “former Indian reservations in Oklahoma” as those lands within what is regarded as the then-current “jurisdictional areas” of Oklahoma Indian tribes. Further, the law required these jurisdictional areas to be determined by the Secretary of the Interior. With the help of the State Chamber, the secretary recently completed that determination. As state in IRS Notice 98-35 Aug. 31, 1998, the determination has been made that “former Indian reservations in Oklahoma” are those lands within the boundaries of the last treaties, executive orders, federal agreements, federal statues, and secretarial orders with the Oklahoma Indian tribes. Intersection Hampers CenterBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Business Editor BLACKWELL — Highlight of the Far North Central Oklahoma Rural Development Council meeting at Kay Electric in Blackwell was a report on the Welcome Center project by Sen. Paul Muegge. Afterwards the group pledged to sign letters of support for the project. Muegge reported that one of the main problems for relocation of the information center to State Highway 11 and Interstate 35 is the intersection itself, which needs some revision. He said some work has been done on the intersection and some more is planned. A reconfiguration is planned on the west side of the Interstate. Muegge predicted there will be money available in the second half of the capital bond issue that the legislature will deal with next year. Discussion has been held on the matter for about six years. About the highway construction, the senator said there is an availability of funding for highways that wasn’t available a year ago. He said Oklahoma is going to get more dollars back from the federal program instead of being such a big donor state. Rich Cantillion told about Land Run Tours, which is made up of seven towns, Blackwell, Braman, Billings, Tonkawa, Medford, Newkirk and Caldwell. Cantillion said the organization is unique as it has two states involved. The Oklahoma Department of Tourism has been interested in the agricultural tours of the this group and will be marketing the tours internationally. Cantillion said economic development is after all a “grass roots” movement. A Billings representative announced that community was being featured on Discover Oklahoma as a result of the tours. Cantillion had praise for Tom Meyers of the Oklahoma Department of Tourism for his efforts for the group. Jan Jarrett, Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce CEO, told about the work force survey for the area. The survey is for both employees and employers. He also urged the communities in the area to ban together to let the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Legislature know that there are highway needs in North Central Oklahoma as well as in the metropolitan areas. Jarrett urged the group to work together as a region. Phil Watson, executive director of the Oklahoma Rural Development Council, is retiring next month. He addressed the group and told that them that the problems of this area are problems the entire state. The problems being work force and housing. Marilyn Harmon, chairman, and several others expressed an appreciation for the leadership of the late Bud Hollingsworth Mayor of Perry, who died recently. Hollingsworth was a part of the Far North Central Coalition. DuPont Announces Debt RedemptionPR Newswire WILMINGTON, Del. — DuPont Monday announced that it will redeem on Sept. 24, 1998, all of the outstanding 6 percent debentures due 2001. The entire principal amount of $660 million will be redeemed at a price equal to 100 percent of the principal amount with accrued interest to, but excluding, Sept. 24. The paying agent for the redemption is The Chase Manhattan Bank of New York. Smith International Rating Revised After AgreementPRNewswire NEW YORK — Standard & Poor’s has revised its outlook on Smith International Inc. to stable from positive and affirmed its triple-’B’-plus corporate credit rating on the company. Standard & Poor’s also affirmed its triple-‘B’-plus rating on the company’s $150 million 7 percent senior notes due 2007. The outlook revision follows Friday’s joint announcement that Smith International and Halliburton Co. (single-‘A’-plus/Watch Pos/ — ) have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Smith International will purchase Halliburton’s 36 percent ownership interest in M-I L.L.C. for $265 million. Smith International currently owns 64 percent of M-I. The purchase price initially will be debt financed by a non-interest bearing promissory note due 240 days after closing. Closing is expected by the end of August 1998. Houston, Texas-based M-I is a leading supplier of drilling and completion fluid products and systems, services, and equipment. This transaction will complete Halliburton’s commitment to sell its M-I interest in connection with its pending merger with Dresser Industries Inc. (single-‘A’/Watch Pos/ — ). The transaction does not affect Dresser’s and Halliburton’s ratings. Ratings on Houston, Texas-based Smith International reflect the company’s good competitive position as a leading supplier of products and services to the oil and gas exploration and production industry, and a moderate financial policy. Smith International enjoys good, defensible market positions in drilling fluids, technologically advanced drill bits, and well completion products and services. These services comprise $6 billion-$7 billion of the $32 billion oilfield service market. However, Smith faces intense competition from several larger oilfield service companies that offer a wider range of products and services. This may well prove to be a long-term competitive disadvantage. The recent acquisition of Wilson Industries Inc. (unrated) should allow Smith International to offer a broader range of drilling products and services, alleviating some of these competitiveness concerns. Smith International should benefit from its engineering and R&D efforts as demand for oilfield services is increasingly becoming differentiated by technology. In addition, intensified activity levels in most key oilfield regions, combined with more complex drilling conditions requiring premium products, should drive continued increases in revenues and profitability measures over the next several years. As a result, Smith’s profitability should remain strong, with return on capital employed in excess of 20 percent, and profit before interest and taxes coverage of interest at around of 7 times. Strong cash generation, coupled with moderate capital expenditure requirements, should define the company’s financial condition through the next several years. Healthy cash flow protection measures — with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization to total interest at about 8 times and funds from operations to total debt in excess of 40 percent — are expected to continue. While funds from operations should be more than adequate to fund modest capital expenditures, little debt reduction is envisioned over the near term because increasing working capital requirements likely will consume available funds. Although some recent acquisitions have been debt financed, reasonable leverage levels and good cash flow protection measures have been maintained. Commitment to a moderate debt leverage level is expected, as demonstrated by the large equity component in the financing of Wilson’s acquisition. Smith’s financial flexibility is supported by $200 million in committed bank revolving credit facilities. Outlook: Stable Smith likely will take advantage of current market conditions to continue diversifying its product offerings, and grow its existing business base while maintaining strong financial performance. A ratings upgrade, however, is currently precluded by the increased debt leverage resulting from the acquisition of the interest in M-I that Smith did not already own, Standard & Poor’s said. — CreditWire 144 in Layoff At Smith PlantThe Smith Tool plant here, manufacturers of milled-tooth tungsten carbide inset rocks bits for the oil and gas industry, has experienced a recent work force reduction. Demand for drill bits began to decrease in the second quarter of 1998 mainly due to excess oil inventories and the resultant reduction in drilling activity. Following other cost management initiatives, Smith Tool was compelled to reduce its work force in mid-July. Before work force reduction, 511 were employed at the Ponca City manufacturing plant. Fifty-five employees accepted voluntary layoff; 89 employees were affected by an involuntary layoff. Total reduction in force at Smith’s Tool facility was 144. Layoffs in the manufacturing group were complete in late July. Smith provided special outplacement services for affected employees; assistance with resume preparation was offered and area employers were invited to interview on-site. At Smith’s invitation, six manufacturing firms conducted 300 interviews with Smith employees at the plant before the layoffs were finalized. In addition to Tungsten Carbide Insert rock bits for the oil and gas industry, Smith produces blast-hole bits for mining applications. Autodoc Another Success Story From Pioneer’s Training CenterBy Janet L. Taber Pioneer Technology Center “The doctor is still in,” according to Autodoc owners, Steve and Robbin Seymour. The Seymours have been making house calls for approximately two years now, and the prognosis is that the family-owned business is definitely a success. The Seymours decided to open their own business after Steve’s retirement from Conoco. He had worked as an aircraft mechanic and knew for sure that’s where his heart was. But there were some things he wasn’t quite sure of. “Being a mechanic was easy,” said Steve, “But knowing how to correctly set up your own business and abide by all the state and federal regulations was another.” The Seymours visited with Pioneer Technology Center’s Self-Employment Training coordinator, Larry Atteberry, before enrolling in the program. Atteberry began by walking them through a maze of red tape beginning with choosing a legal entity form that best suited their needs. Atteberry then assisted the Seymours in writing their own business plan and answering questions concerning accounting, marketing, taxes and permits. “Once we start up a business in the SET Program, we continue to work with them for six months to make sure they have the necessary support to be successful,” said Atteberry. “Steve and Robbin are very knowledgeable and hard working people.” Hard work seems to be paying off for the Seymours. Autodoc still provides their “shuttle service” and will make house calls to their customers homes or businesses. They have even expanded some of their services from electrical, major and minor engine repairs to foreign and domestic service. The Seymours are also continuing to expand their knowledge in managing their business. After completing the SET program, they enrolled in the Small Business Management (SBM) program in 1997 and are now beginning the second year as clients in the program. According to Robbin, “We just feel like we need more help while our business is continually growing. With the tax laws changing and computer software changing, Pioneer Tech’s SEM program is more like a support group for business owners. The real benefit is that you get all of the support ranging from legal questions to payroll taxes and accounting and you don’t have to pay a lot of money. Pam Dickerson and Larry Atteberry have always been there to help. If they don’t know the answer they will find someone one who does.” “I have really enjoyed working with Steve and Robbin,” said Dickerson. “This family is committed to their business and are very consistent. I can truly say that because I have used them for repairs on my personal vehicle.” Dickerson added that with the new team approach in Pioneer Tech’s business and industry services, all of the clients will now have the benefit of a wide variety of class sessions as well as the expertise of any member on staff. This will enable PTC to provide even better service to their client base. A new fee schedule is being established which offers a first time enrollment in one of the programs for $150, the next enrollment for $100 and the following years for $75 per year. Enrollment is now being take for the Set and SBM program. For more information contact Atteberry or Dickerson at (580) 762-8336 , extension 262 or 275. Notes and QuotesReceives Award Ron Wimmer, owner of Rainbow International Carpet Care and Restoration Specialists in Ponca City, recently attended Rainbow’s Annual International Conference in Nashville, Tenn., where he received a “Market Achievement” award. Recipients of the “Market Achievement” award are self-motivated franchisees who continually dominate their market. Pipe Liners Membership Drive The Pipe Liners Club of Tulsa is conducting a membership drive. The dues this year are $25 for regular members and $5 for retired members. All meetings will e held on the third Monday from September through April. The meetings will be at the Petroleum Club in Tulsa. Social hours begin at 5:15 p.m., with dinner following at 6:15. The Membership Drive Golf Tournament is set for Oct. 5 at White Hawk Golf Course. The next meeting of the year is set for Sept. 14. Those planning to attend should RSVP to P.L. Hotline, (918) 561-6031 by Sept. 11. Free Program The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB) is making its oil field safety program materials available le to industry officials in Ohio, where a recent oil field tank explosion killed one teenager and left another injured. OERB’s Oilfield safety program, which features a free video for students, is the only one of it’s kind in the nation. Ohio recently passed legislation to create its own version of the OERB, but that state’s program was not yet implemented when the accident occurred in Logan Ohio. The free five-minute video “Play It Smart,” features members of the Dallas Cowboys and is available to any school that requests it by calling OERB at 1-800-664-1301. Jack Monsour Joins AlbrightAlbright Insurance Company Inc. has announced that Jack Monsour has joined the staff. A native of Ponca City, Monsour graduated from Ponca Military Academy. He has been active in civic affairs in Ponca City for many years, serving with the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce, on various boards and is a member of the Presidents Club. He has also served on the Camp Fire and Help Line Boards. Monsour has had a number of years of experience in business in Ponca City and the last 25 years have been in the insurance arena. Update Oct. 18The annual Update of The Ponca City News is set for publication on Oct. 18 Industries and businesses wishing to publish stories and pictures in the edition are encouraged to call Business Editor Louise Abercrombie for information at 765-3311. Industry and business may prepare their own stories or The News will assist. Deadline for information to be received is Oct. 1. REI Aids Small BusinessesSHAWNEE — During the past 12 months Rural Enterprises of Oklahoma Inc. has made $100,000 in loans to small businesses in Kay County. REI is one of six non-profit Oklahoma agencies providing long-term financing program designed for small businesses, according to Tom Seth Smith, executive director. Robert Felts is the representative for this area. Among those in Kay County receiving loans from REI include Hyponic Tomatoes, Newkirk; Little Stitchers, Ponca City; Burgess Tool Sharpening and Creative Photography. During the last three quarters of SBA’s fiscal year, the six CDCs produced 42 loans totaling over $16 million through the 504 loan program sponsored by SBA. Typically 504 loan proceeds are provided 50 percent by a conventional bank loan, 40 percent by an SBA-guaranteed debenture and 10 percent equity by the small business customer. REI, authorized by the Small Business Administration to administer the program, has accepted loan applications from 14 companies and loaned over $4 million, providing long-term, fixed rate financing for the acquisition of real estate, machinery and equipment for expansion or modernizing facilities. LIFESTYLESBusy Bee Club Members MeetMembers of the Busy Bee Club met Aug. 19 with Viola Haley, 2405 Barclay. Beulah McCartney conducted the business session with six members present. Helen Taylor led the group in the salute to the flag and “The Lord’s Prayer.” Viola Haley gave the devotion “Prize Things” by Garnett Shultz. She also read “Why I Believe in God” by an 8-year-old boy. Helen Hiskett gave the treasurer’s report and articles were brought for the Child Development Center and pop cans brought for the church. Games were played with prizes going to Vivian Davis and Beulah McCartney. Ruth Case won the mystery bowl prize. The Sept. 2 meeting will be at the home of Helen Hiskett, 3901 Union. SPORTSLady Cats End Win DroughtBy MATTHEW KOENIG News Sports Writer BLACKWELL — If you’re only as good as your last win, then the Lady Wildcat softballers — despite their 1-5 record — are looking very, very good. Behind some clutch hitting, and with a gutsy show of willpower, the Lady Cats finally broke the winless curse, holding on in a nail-biter to top the Lady Maroons of Blackwell, 5-4, Monday. Teya Roughface drove in three runs, while Jena Birdsong and Michelle McChristian added two more as the Lady Cats pounded out seven hits in the last three innings to take the win. Though the Lady Maroons threatened in the bottom of the seventh, placing runners on first and third, senior pitcher Sarah Pameticky forced a pop out to end the game. Pameticky, in her second straight start, gave up eight hits and just one walk, while striking out three. “We got that monkey off our backs,” said head coach Mike Krehbiel, whose relief was palpable. “We know what it feels like to win now — and we know how. But we still have a lot of work to do.” After falling behind 3-0 in the third inning, and with just two hits through the first four innings, it looked as if that monkey on the Poncans’ back was about to grow into a gorilla. But a 4-hit fifth — their biggest inning so far this season — turned things around. The shortstop Birdsong started off the rally by crushing a shot to the center field fence, good for a triple. Left fielder Roughface then got her first RBI of the day, banging a single up the middle, and designated hitter Renea Diebold followed up the act by popping a single over the shortstop’s head. Those three hits came off three straight pitches by the Lady Maroons’ Kady Sandy. Third baseman McChristian then completed the scoring with an RBI blast to center field, and though the Lady Wildcats would go on to load the bases, a double play by the Lady Maroons brought a screeching halt to the Poncans’ assault. “I told them to quit playing in fear of losing,” said Krehbiel of his pep-talk before the outbreak in the fifth. “I told ‘em to just relax, have fun, but to get aggressive — and they did. We finally got some hits in bunches.” And the Lady Cats would bunch together a few more to take a narrow, 4-3 lead in the sixth. First baseman Gena Osborn got things going after taking a pitch to the foot, and Birdsong again came through with a single to left field. Roughface then came up with the biggest hit of the day, a 2 RBI triple to the center field fence. The Lady Maroons then tied it up in the bottom of that inning on an RBI single by centerfielder Whitney Spence, but the Lady Cats responded again with a single run in the top of the seventh. After the Poncans loaded the bases, a wild pitch on third strike to Birdsong led to the run. In the bottom of the seventh, after the Lady Maroons got a runner on third with a hit, a stolen base and a wild pitch, Pameticky then walked the 2-hole hitter, sending Krehbiel to the mound. “I told her to make it stick,” said Krehbiel. And Pameticky got sticky, forcing a pop up from the 3-hole hitter, with Birdsong coming down with it. For the game, catcher Lendsi Boyd was 2-for-3; Birdsong was 2-for-2 with an RBI and a sacrifice; Roughface was 2-for-3 with 3 RBIs and a sacrifice; while Diebold was 2-for-4. The Lady Cats play their first home game of the year tonight, taking on Sand Springs. Game time is at 4. Game Notes — Does anyone need a house in Jenks? Without a buyer, the Krehbiel family is in a residential limbo, and the highway miles are getting costly...Alana Smith showed off the speed that will likely make her a legend in P.C. sports, nearly melting the lime on the first base line as she beat out a throw after a running slap-bunt in the seventh inning...Birdsong also made a fantastic stop on a line-drive to end the fourth inning. Ponca City 5, Blackwell 1 Ponca City 000 022 1 — 5 9 1 Blackwell 003 001 0 — 4 7 0 Pameticky (w) and Boyd; Sandy (l) and Johnston
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