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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, September 17, 2000 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALCity Calendar City CalendarItems for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon. Anytime FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs). Alcoholics Anonymous, Alano Group, Ponca City’s first established AA Group, meets at Noon and 8 p.m., seven days a week. All noon meetings open, all 8 p.m. meetings closed except Fridays, 603 South First Street. First Monday Lions Vision Group meets the first Monday of the month, with the exception of holidays, at 10 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, using the Thirteenth Street entrance. Refreshments are served at 9:45 a.m. For a ride call 765-4370. The meetings are open to visually impaired residents. August 5-September 30 Ponca City Art Association permanent fine arts collection on display, Art Center, South Ninth Street and East Central Avenue, public invited at no charge. Every Friday during September Senior Pitch, 6-8 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue, Ponca City. Every Saturday during September Gospel Music Singing, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue, Ponca City. Every Wednesday and Friday Elks Lodge Food Night, 6-8 p.m., Elks Lodge, 3612 Lake Road. September 18 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Panel discussion on Focus on Home Health Care in Conference Room B at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, 7 p.m. September 19 Kaw Lake Association 2000 Board Meeting, noon, Hero’s, Holiday Inn, Ponca City. Movie and Popcorn, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Program Room, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand Avenue. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, corner U.S. 60 East and Keeler Road, new volunteers always welcome. September 20 Ponca City Public School Foundation, noon, Ponca City Chamber of Commerce office. Crafts, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center Sunroom, 1000 East Grand Avenue. September 21 Medicine Bag Lecture Series, “The Native American Way,” Will Harjo, presenter, noon - 1 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church Parish Hall, 408 South Eighth Street, admission free, bring a lunch, drinks provided, sponsored by Pioneer Bank and Trust, Oklahoma Arts Council and Standing Bear Native American Foundation. Ponca City Noon Ambucs, noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining, come by. Scrabble or Dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Municipal Court Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Disabled American Veterans McKnight-Printz Chapter 47, 7 p.m., 401 South Lincoln Street, Ponca City, 762-3851. September 22 Ponca City Mother’s Club fall luncheon, noon, Ponca City Country Club, tickets are $10.25 with a deadline of Sept. 18. Call 765-3267 for more information. September 25 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioners’ Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. September 26 Charades!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand, Ponca City. Oklahoma Parents as Teachers (OPAT), includes home visits and developmental screenings, come and go informational meeting, 5-7 p.m., The Family Resource Center, 700 West Broadway Avenue, contact Tami or Linda, 767-9509. September 27 Crafts, Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. September 28 Medicine Bag Lecture Series, “Cooking the Native American Way,” Tom Baconrind, presenter, 7-8 p.m., Pow Wow Grounds at Standing Bear Park, admission free, bring lawn chairs, drinks provided, sponsored by Pioneer Bank and Trust, Oklahoma Arts Council and Standing Bear Native American Foundation. Ponca City Noon Ambucs, noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining, come by. Music and Trivia, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Elks Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m., 3612 Lake Road. Alzheimer’s Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room A (in cafeteria), St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. American Legion Huff-Minor Post 14, 7:30 p.m., Post Home, 407 West South Avenue. September 29 Bingo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Sept. 29-30 Standing Bear Pow Wow, Standing Bear Native American Memorial Park, Friday 7 p.m. and Saturday, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., contact, T.L. Walker 580-762-1514, fax 580-762-1542. October 7 American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., American Legion, 407 West South Avenue, adults $3.50, children under 12 $2, children under 6 free, proceeds to children and youth activities. Kay County Shriners present The Texans and The Tulsans in concert, 7:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial Auditorium, Ponca City, 580-765-5676 for tickets. Julia Bushkova, native of Russia, violinist in concert, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, presented by Ponca City Arts and Humanities, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and Conoco Inc., no charge. October 7-8 Oktoberfest, Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Marland Estate Grounds, 901 Monument Road, contact Kathy Adams 580-767-0420, fax 580-763-8054 or e-mail: tourism@poncacity.net October 11 Elks Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m., 3612 Lake Road. October 13 Annual fall salad luncheon and bak sale for Albright Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 128 South Palm. Adults are $5, children, $2. October 14 Jaci Velasquez and Plus One in concert, 7 p.m., Enid’s Mark Price Arena, presented by KLVV 88.7 FM, call 767-1400 for more information. November 3 An Evening with Sullivan and Gilbert featuring Cox & Box, comic operetta, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, presented by Ponca City Arts and Humanities, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and Conoco Inc., no charge. November 4 Alpha Gamma Study Club 29th Annual Arts and Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Unity Recreation Center, Ponca City, contact Karen Yost (580) 765-4688 for application. Annual Veterans Day Parade To Remember Korean Conflict“Korea: Not Forgotten” will be the theme of this year’s fourth annual Veterans Day parade in Ponca City. Those veterans who served during the Korean conflict will be this year’s parade marshals, marking the 50th anniversary of the Korean War. The parade committee met at the American Legion Wednesday at 7 p.m. for their second organizational meeting. Twenty people were in attendance. Emphases will be placed on honoring the Korean era veteran and getting the schools involved by having each grade school have a poster contest and having the Mid-High sponsor an essay contest. Posters would be placed in businesses, and the winning essays would be published in the newspaper. All winners would ride on the American Legion float in the parade. Starting this year’s parade on Nov. 11 at 10:30 a.m. downtown will be a drop of 15 to 25 World War II airborne reenactors from the McAlister Parachute Demonstration Team Company. They will join the parade by escorting a convoy of World War II, Korea and Vietnam vintage antique military vehicles from the Oklahoma OK motor pool and units from Kansas. Joining them will be a squad of Roger Hudgin’s World War II army commemorative reenactors. Providing air cover for the parade will be a fly over of P-51 Mustangs, Stearman biplanes and T-281s. These vintage World War II planes will be on static display at the Ponca City airport immediately following the parade. Also planned is the ground-shaking, window-rattling fly over of a B-1 bomber from the Kansas Air National Guard and a fly over of either black hawk helicopters or F-16s from the Oklahoma Air National Guard. Numerous floats, antique and classic vehicles, motorcycles, school groups, civic clubs, saddle clubs and other entries will be needed to fill this year’s hour-and-a-half parade. Maj. Gen. Steven Cortright, adjutant general of the Oklahoma National Guard, will be the luncheon speaker. Two trams and a enclosed bus will be provided for those veterans who would like to ride through the parade. The trams will depart the American Legion no later than 9:45 a.m. and return following the parade. The parade committee provides some of the fuel for the aircraft, school busses and antique vehicles coming from out of town. Because of the continued rise of fuel cost, anyone who would like to make a donation may do so by sending it to the Veterans Day Parade Fund, c/o American Legion, 407 W. South Avenue, Ponca City, Okla. 74601. For more information, call Chuck Gregg at 765-1367 or the American Legion at 765-9073 or e-mail chuona@poncacity.net. Instrumental Music Kicks Off EventThe Ponca City East and West Middle School Instrumental Music Department will kickoff their annual fundraiser on Sept. 18. This once-a-year fundraiser helps the band and orchestra students supplement the instrumental music program beyond the budget of the school district. Several of the items include contest entry fees, guest clinicians, awards, summer expenses, emergency equipment and instrument repair, purchase of special equipment and materials, and travel expenses. The Ponca City Instrumental Music Department relies heavily on this event to help with operating costs of the program. This year’s program is going back to the Century Resources company. The students will take orders beginning Sept. 18 through Sept. 28. They will have two brochures in hand as they contact you. The first one is Century Pride and has items such as cheese, sausage, chocolate, nuts and jam. The other brochure is Holiday Selections. Included is seasonal gifts, snacks and wrapping paper for this special time of year. The students will be taking orders only as they contact you in the next week and a half. You do not need to pay at this time. They will bring your orders to you the week of Oct. 16 and at this time request payment. Century Resources has one of the greatest guarantees in the industry. They recognize the fact that when you purchase an item from a student who is fundraising for a school activity you will probably pay a little more than what you would for a similar item at a department store. Because of this, Century Resources is committed to bringing you a high quality product. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with their product, there is a toll-free telephone number for you to call. On top of this, the student will still keep the profit on the item they sold you. Long onto the web site at www.centuryresources.com. This company also handles the high school band and orchestra cheesecake and cookie dough travel fundraiser this fall. School MenuElementary Breakfast Monday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and sausage gravy or cereal or pop tart, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — Breakfast burrito or pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Elementary Lunch Monday — Chicken styx with hot roll or hot pocket, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, Rocky Road pudding, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cheese styx with marinara sauce or ravioli with garlic bread, broccoli with cheese sauce, fresh fruit, Curious George snack, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef taco with cheese and lettuce or pretzel with cheese, corn on the cob, refried beans, fresh fruit, Oreos, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Thursday — Taco Bell chili cheese burrito or spaghetti with garlic bread, tossed salad with ranch dressing, fresh fruit, cheesy rice, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Friday — Steak fingers with hot roll or corn dog, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. West Middle School Lunch Available on Monday through Friday at the Middle School is Domino’s pizza and Taco Bell burritos. Also available on Tuesday and Thursday is Subway. Monday — Chicken styx with hot roll, fresh fruit, mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, pudding, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Tuesday — Ravioli with garlic bread, tossed salad, broccoli with cheese, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef taco with cheese and lettuce, corn on the cob, refried beans, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Thursday — Taco Bell chili cheese burrito, tossed salad, pudding, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Friday — Steak fingers with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. East Middle School Lunch Available at East Middle School Monday through Friday are Domino’s and Taco Bell burritos. Subway is available on Tuesday and Thursday. Monday — Chili cheese corn dog, tater tots with cheese, lettuce and tomato salad, fresh fruit, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cheese filled pizza styx with marinara sauce, broccoli with cheese, Jello, lettuce and tomato salad, fresh fruit, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Wednesday — Chicken strips with hot roll, potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Thursday — Soft tacos, mexi beans, cheesy rice, fresh fruit, Jello, lettuce, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Friday — Breaded chicken sandwich, french fries, lettuce and tomato slice, broccoli with ranch dressing, Rocky Road pudding, fresh fruit, lettuce salad, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. High School Lunch Available every day at Campus Mart, the Training Table Deli offers a pasta bar, baked potato bar, lean items and fresh fruit. The Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Pizza Inn every day and Subway on Tuesday and Thursday. The Retro Mart features a Mexican food, bakery/deli and Italian food courts. Po-Hi Breakfast Monday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Tuesday — Jelly donuts or muffin or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Wednesday — Breakfast bites with hash browns or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Thursday — Biscuit sandwich with hash browns or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Friday — Breakfast taco with hash browns or cereal, assorted juice and milk. All-American Line Monday — Pizza, corn, lettuce and tomato salad, sour apple slime, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Tuesday — Burrito with chili and cheese, refried beans, cheesy rice, lettuce and tomato, Jello, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Wednesday — Chicken ringer with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, seasoned green beans, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Thursday — Chili cheese corn dog, tater tots, tossed salad, Jello, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Friday — Breaded chicken sandwich, lettuce and tomato salad, french fries, broccoli salad, seasonal fruits, juice and milk. McCord Elementary Breakfast Monday — Oatmeal, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cereal, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday — Ham patty, toast, juice and milk. Thursday — Pancake with sausage, juice and milk. Friday — Cinnamon rolls, juice and milk. Lunch Monday — Crispy chicken sandwich, lettuce leaf, fries, dill spear, cherry crisp and milk. Tuesday — Soft taco, refried beans, lettuce salad, pineapple ring and milk. Wednesday — Baked ham, potatoes and gravy, carrots, peaches, hot roll and milk. Thursday — Frito chili pie, corn, orange wedge, cinnamon roll and milk. Friday — Fish, hash browns, mixed vegetables, applesauce, cornbread and milk. Pioneer Technology Center Tuesday — Smoked barbecue brisket, teriyaki pork chop with apple chutney or chef’s choice plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. Wednesday — Beef stir fry, fiesta chicken or catch of the day plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. Thursday — Pot roast with veggies, baked chicken and dressing or chef’s choice plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. The cafeteria is open to the public Tuesday through Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to noon. Lucas Goodman Earns High HonorLucas Goodman will be awarded the Boy Scouts of America’s Eagle at 7 p.m. Monday during the awards ceremony at the First Presbyterian Church. The Eagle is the highest rank of the Boy Scouts of America. Lucas has been active in scouting for 11 years and has participated in various camps including the National Jamboree in Fort AP, W. Va. His Eagle project was building a wheel chair ramp, according to regulations, for a private home through Kay County Health Department. Conoco Hosts 15th Annual Science, Math WorkshopConoco will host the 15th Annual Science and Math Teachers' Workshop at the Ponca City facility on Sept. 22. Registration will begin at 7:45 a.m. in the Atrium Cafeteria. Some 200 science and math teachers, K-12, from a wide area surrounding Ponca City will have the opportunity throughout the day to hear 17 speakers and view a large exhibit area in the Conoco gymnasium. The keynote speaker and special guest of the workshop is Clyde Snow, Ph.D. of Norman, Okla. Dr. Snow is a forensic anthropologist, a pioneer in forensic law, biological anthropology, and human rights. He is the only full-time consultant in forensic anthropology in the country. Other notable speakers scheduled for the workshop are Dr. Robert Howard, professor of chemistry at the University of Tulsa; Lynn Peacher, fourth grade teacher in Jenks and 1999 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year; and Dr. Richard Cifelli, Curator of Vertebrate Paleontonogy at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History and professor at the University of Oklahoma. In addition to the workshop for area teachers, a special presentation will be open to the public. On Thursday evening, Sept. 21, at 7:30, Dr. Snow will speak at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. Everyone is welcome to hear Dr. Snow speak on many historic and famous cases including the John Wayne Gacy murder case, Egyptian boy King Tutankhamun, and the Oklahoma City bombing. School CalendarSept. 18 Ninth grade volleyball at Tulsa Union, 1 p.m. Mini cheer clinic at Robson Fieldhouse, 5:30 p.m. Junior varsity football against Owasso at Sullins Stadium, 6 p.m. Sept. 19 Junior varsity and varsity volleyball at Bartlesville, 5 p.m. Mini cheer clinic at 5:30 p.m. Youth and Government meeting, room 104, 6 p.m. Sept. 20 Mini cheer clinic continues at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 21 Ninth grade through varsity volleyball in the old boys gym at 4 p.m. Mini cheer clinic continues. Pep rally at Ponca Plaza, 6 p.m. Sept. 22 Junior varsity volleyball at Jenks Tournament, 1 p.m. Varsity football against Enid, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 23 Varsity volleyball at Jenks, 9 a.m. Ponca Playhouse Opens New SeasonPonca Playhouse will open its 2000-01 season with A.R. Gurney’s canine comedy Sylvia on Sept. 22. A Playhouse mainstay, Jo Ann Muchmore, will direct. In the play, Greg, played by Tom Cowley, and Kate, played by Cheryl Mauk, have moved to Manhattan after 22 years of sedate child-rearing in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a middle-aged financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career as a public school English teacher is beginning to offer her more opportunities. One day in Central Park, Greg meets someone who will change their lives forever — a stray dog named Sylvia, played by Christina Rich-Splawn. While Greg is completely taken with Sylvia, Kate is less than enamored. She tries her best to separate man and beast without much success. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection, and Sylvia thinks Kate simply doesn’t understand the relationship between man and dog. Along the way, the audience meets other characters — Tom, a friend of Greg’s and a fellow dog owner; Phyllis, one of Kate’s friends from college; and, finally, Leslie, the psychiatrist in the piece. Gurney has written the play with these three characters to be portrayed by one actor. The actor for this trio is Jose Cervantes. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives. The production staff of Sylvia is comprised of Don Bishop, stage manager; Kathy Beer, assistant stage manager; Marta Maril, light board; Gary Beer, sound board; Diane Malone and Loretta Wilson, props; and Carey Emig as set dresser. Also included are Pete Shields, running crew; Marlys Cervantes, costumes; Rusyln Hermanson, wigs; Dave May; sound design; Dave Guinn, light design; and set construction by Tom Cowley and Pete Shields. Corporate sponsors for Sylvia are The Gift Shoppe and Offshore Consulting Services. Production dates for Sylvia are Sept. 22, 23, 24, 29 and 30. All performances are at 8 p.m. except the Sunday matinee which begins at 2 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the public Monday, Sept. 18. The Playhouse box office hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The office number is 765-5360. Tickets may be picked up at the office located in the Martin Building across from the Poncan. Memberships are still available for the 2000-01 season throughout the run of Sylvia. Theatergoers are encouraged to take advantage of the significant savings for individuals and families. Productions for the remainder of the season include Murder on the Nile, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 and Cheaper By the Dozen. Board Members Will Award Construction Contract at WMSBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor A contract will be awarded for the West Middle School remodeling project at Monday night’s regular board meeting of the Ponca City Board of Education. Bids were received last Thursday. There were four general contractors who attended the non-mandatory pre-bid meeting in August as well as a number of local contractors. Troy Lewis, architect, expects five bids. The project involves the addition of three computer rooms, a new library, a new commons area that extends the cafeteria area, new lighting and new ceiling tiles, new hallway, a new configuration of the administrative and student service area, restroom remodeling, new electrical servie and lighting, new carpet and new lighting in the gym. Also, new heating and air conditioning systems, handicapped ramps, new sprinkler system, new fire safety and intercom systems, painting and other various projects. The completed project will give West Middle School five additional classrooms. This project is Phase II of the remodeling plan for West. Phase I was the remodeling and expanding of the West kitchen area. Phase III involves replacing the heating units for the auditorium and adding air conditioning in the auditorium, renovating the auditorium restrooms, painting the exterior and locker replacement. Phase III will utilize money from the April 2001 sale of bonds. In other construction business, an agenda item includes a change order for the Howell Auditorium remodeling project. LeMonnier Construction Company was awarded the contract to repair and paint the walls of the Howell Auditorium as well as to make improvements and additions to the sound system. A large portion of the walls to be painted were to receive only light sanding and painting. As the paint contractors began to sand the plaster, the plaster had deteriorated to such an extent that large portions fell out and in other instances, the plaster had water damage. The change order is for the cost of new plaster and for additional undercoating required before painting can be completed. The change order is for $4,620. Also on the agenda will be the approval of the Estimate of Needs. The Estimate of Needs has bond amortization schedules, expenditure summaries and detailed valuation information. Other renewal agreements are also included in the agenda packet. They include: — Agreement to participate in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Program; — Renewal agreement with Newkirk schools to provide alternative education; and — Adding revisions to the board policy dealing with tuition for part-time students. Discussion topics for the meeting include an ACT report reviewing the last three years and a middle school timeline study review. Big Yellow Bus To Visit SchoolsThe State Department of Education’s Yellow Bus Tour is coming to Ponca City Sept. 21, 22. The big yellow bus will pull into the parking lot at the high school at approximately 6 p.m. Sept. 20. School administrators and board members will host a dinner for the group in the high school Retro Mart cafeteria. Thursday morning, the tour will begin at Woodlands Elementary for a Great Expectations assembly at 8:05 a.m. to be followed by breakfast in the Woodlands cafeteria. Community leaders and the public are welcome to attend the assembly at Woodlands. The mission of the school road tour is to travel to school districts throughout the state to monitor the progress of the implementation of new legislation and to assist by listening to students, teachers, administrators, parents and citizens. The group will also lend assistance to school staff and citizens with various education programs the State Department of Education administers. Retired Senior Volunteer Program Provides 79,500 Hours of ServiceEditor’s Note:This is the 11th in a series detailing the 16 United way agencies. The Retired Senior Volunteer Program provides at least 79,500 hours of volunteer service to Kay County each year. The value of this service is about $1.2 billion and represents a 35-fold return of federal dollars invested. RSVP matches the talents and life experiences of seniors ages 55 and older with the needs of the community. Locally, RSVP has a volunteer pool of 437 seniors. RSVP is one of the largest volunteer efforts in the nation, matching local needs with people age 55 and older that are willing to share their time and talents to help others. RSVP volunteers choose where and when they want to volunteer many times, focusing on a lifelong interest. Currently, RSVP is connected to 55 stations in Kay County, matching volunteers for mentor/tutoring, adult literacy, nursing homes, hospitals, adult day care services, home delivered meals and escort medical transportation for low income seniors. “I am always amazed by the benefits gained when we volunteer. We have worked with seniors who continue to have so much to offer after retirement, and have seen people’s lives enriched by helping others,” says Marie Trenary, program director. “I always share with our volunteers the fact that, until the age of 65, genetics is the best forecaster for longevity; after the age of 65, it is physical and mental activity.” RSVP volunteers receive free supplemental insurance, recognition initiatives, quarterly meetings and The Volunteer newsletter. RSVP offices recently relocated to the Ponca City Senior Center, 319 West Grand. RSVP staff oversees the activity programs at the center. Monthly calendars may be picked up at the center. The public is invited to stop in, pick up a calendar and tour the facility. Another great service now being offered to seniors is a computer lab. The classes are run by volunteer instructors Jerry Ridgway, Bill Wright and Chuck and Joan Clark keeping busy with 150 seniors enrolled. Other activities include bingo, cards, pool, movie days, knitting circles, crafts, genealogy classes and just old-fashioned good fellowship. RSVP volunteers additionally host a monthly food share program. This program is for citizens of all ages who volunteer two hours per month in the community. By volunteering, you qualify to purchase a share of food for $16.60; the share equals approximately $35-40 in cost value. Orders are taken on Thursdays/Fridays ONLY, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the RSVP office. RSVP council members include Doris Fields, president; Donna Johnson, vice president; and Jerry Ridgeway, treasurer. Members include Marie Krisle, Leslie Gee, Edna Trant, Betty Sharp, Paul Martin and Cleone Deichman, of Blackwell. The program director is Marie Trenary, and the volunteer coordinator is Martha Acton. RSVP encourages seniors to stop by the office at 319 West Grand and visit about the current volunteer opportunities or call 762-9412. Veenker Says State Needs a ChangeJohn Veenker, who is running for State Representative for District 36 on the Republican ticket, says Oklahoma needs a change and he is going to try and make that happen, with your help. “I believe the voters in this district are ready for a change,” the 39-year-old financial analyst said. “Oklahomans are tired of the congressional leadership at the state capital putting their own self-interests before the interests of the people of Oklahoma. “The economic future of Oklahoma does not look good and if we continue in the direction we are going, then a considerable tax increase is almost certain in the near future.” Veenker is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, and earned a graduate degree (MBA) from the University of North Texas. Presently, he is a Billing/Product Financial Analyst with Williams Communications. Prior to Williams he was a Business Analyst for Commercial Financial Services. He has been married to his wife Helen for 14 years and they have two children Christopher and Ethan. “States that are thriving economically are those that increase the quantity and quality of jobs in their states,” says Veenker, “Oklahoma is not doing this, and Osage County, as well as other Oklahoma Counties, are feelinci the ill effects.” He mentions the state of Oklahoma is nositioned in one of the most prominent geographical locations within the 48 states. “With Canada to our north and Mexico to our south and situated between both coasts, Oklahoma should be booming, but we are not.” He continues by saying we need to bring businesses and jobs back to Oklahoma and Osage County.” A staunch supporter of free enterprise, and an advocate for eliminating the capital gains tax as well as reducing the income and corporate taxes, Veenker explains that when businesses relocate to Oklahoma, the result would be good quality jobs and increases in revenue of current Oklahoma businesses. More money would be directed into our tax structure by way of new corporate and employee income tax that could go towards advancing the quality of education in our schools, afford the resources to keep criminals behind bars, and improve life in general for Oklahomans. "Increase tax revenues without a tax increase, now that's an idea," the candidate said. Veenker wants to abolish the death tax (estate tax) so our families can leave their estate to their heirs without being penalized by the state,” he said. Local Teachers Invited to Stillwater WorkshopSTILLWATER — Teacher’s are invited to attend a free two-part multicultural workshop hosted by Oklahoma State University's International Students and Scholars. KidStock Festival student procedures create an annual public festival to share their vision of the world today and tomorrow. KidStock is a way for students to learn about the similarities of all cultures and to understand and appreciate the differences through the positive medium of education with teachers and community members as mentors. For kindergarten through 12th grade teachers, KidStock can provide an opportunity to enhance many curriculum objectives that teachers throughout the state are working to fulfill. This fall, Oklahoma State University’s Office of International Students and Scholars has partnered with the Magical Child Foundation to offer a two-part Multicultural Teacher Training. These free workshops are offered to teachers interested in learning about the KidStock Festival program and who want to gather information, connections and curriculum on the world for their classroom. Part one of the series will be offered Sept. 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. in room 320 Ag Hall. Workshop will include an overview of the KidStock Program presented by Beth Skye, KidStock coordinator for the Magical Child Foundation, and Mary Farris, eighth grade earth science teacher and KidStock teacher producer from Newkirk schools. Guest presenter will be Linda Maisch. Maisch is the education coordinator for the World Neighbors, an international development agency with programs in 18 countries. Part two in the series will be Oct. 4 from 3 to 7 p.m. in room 108 CITD. Workshop will include introducing KidStock Resource Partners and the resources they will make available to participating teachers and students. Teachers will receive certificates of completion, curriculum resources, networking opportunities and guaranteed admittance to KidStock. For more information visit their web site at www.kidstockfestivals.com. To register call (405) 744-5459. Relationship Between United Way, Cimarron Council Boy Scouts Continues Since 1948United Way of Ponca City supports 16 member agencies. One of these agencies is the Cimarron Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The Boys Scouts have been in Ponca City since 1948, and part of the United Way for almost that long. This relationship is strong and will continue. United Way of America, as the national membership service and training organization for local United Way organizations, does not dictate policy or funding decisions to local United Ways except to the extent that funding decisions must be consistent with the applicable law. Each United Way member organization is a private, separate entity and is free to develop its own criteria for funding and membership. United Way of Ponca City member agencies adhere to a Policies and Procedures Manual and Agency agreement. These policies are set forth by the United Way Board of Directors and are open to the public. On June 28, 2000, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Boy Scouts of America membership and leadership criteria were protected under the Constitution’s First Amendment right of expressive association. This ruling stated that the organization could permissibly exclude individuals from serving as scoutmasters on the basis of sexual orientation. As set forth by the United Way of America general counsel, “this ruling in no way affects local United Way member organizations from funding the Boy Scouts but rather makes it clear that the Boy Scouts have a constitutionally protected right to set their own membership and leadership criteria. The 1400 local United Ways may continue to set funding standards, including those related to discrimination practices, provided such standards are applied consistently to all agencies requesting funds.” Regular Work Session Scheduled for MondayThe Ponca City Board of Commissioners are scheduled to meet for a regular work session at 2 p.m. on Monday in the Public Safety Center’s commission chambers, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Commissioners are expected to discuss five agenda items during the meeting. One of the top items is the removal of the Conference Center and Hotel, breezeways and chapel from the Marland Estate. Ken Parr, director of public works, is expected to present for discussion issues relating to the water pressure at the Lakewood South addition and the purchase of three new solid waste packer trucks. The board will also discuss acceptance of a Community Oriented Policing Grant for an additional school resource officer at the middle school and upcoming street projects. The government of the city of Ponca City encourages participation in city activities by all interested persons. If your participation at this meeting is not possible due to a disability, notify personnel in the city clerk’s office, 516 East Grand Avenue, at 767-0304 prior to the meeting time so any necessary arrangement can be made. Medicine Bag Lecture Features Flute PlayerThis week’s presenter in the Medicine Bag Lecture series is Will Harjo. His presentation, “The Native American Way,” will include information on Native American traditions, the sacredness of many of the songs and flute making. Harjo is a full blood Creek Indian who is enrolled into the Creek Nation of Okmulgee. He grew up in McIntosh County in Oklahoma and now resides in Livingston, Texas, with his wife, Linda, and son, Ryan. An award-winning flute maker, Harjo has performed throughout the United States and Europe. Harjo will spend three days in Ponca City, working with students in addition to participating in the lecture series. He is scheduled to visit Roosevelt, McCord, St. Mary’s and Garfield schools. He will also hold an informal discussion session at Grand Central Station on Thursday afternoon. The lecture will be held Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. in the parish hall of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 408 S. 8th Street. The series is free and open to the public and children are welcome. Guests are encouraged to bring a lunch, and drinks will be available at no charge. “We hope everyone will make note of the change in location,” said T.L. Walker, executive director of the Standing Bear Native American Foundation. “St. Mary’s School students will have the opportunity to meet with Will Harjo Thursday afternoon and having the lecture at the same location made sense,” she continued. The final program in the series will be “Cooking the Native American Way,” by Osage tribal member, Tom Baconrind. It will be held at the powwow grounds of Standing Bear Park on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. The Medicine Bag Lecture Series is co-sponsored by Pioneer Bank and Trust, Standing Bear Native American Foundation and the Oklahoma Arts Council. It is part of the annual “Celebration of Native America” that continues throughout the month of September and concludes with the Standing Bear Pow Wow on Sept. 29 and 30, and the unveiling of the Tribal Viewing Courts at Standing Bear Park on Sept. 30. American Legion, Media Help Expand Benefits for VeteransThe American Legion, news media and the utilities companies across Oklahoma have joined hands in making veterans health benefit information available to thousands of Oklahoma veterans. If you served at least one day of active duty prior to Sept. 7, 1980, and were honorably discharged, you are eligible for health benefits. Generally, those veterans who served after Sept. 7, 1980, would be required to have 24 consecutive months of active duty to be eligible for benefits, with some exceptions. When and where you served and your income has no reflection upon your eligibility for health benefits. There are a large number of veterans who could be receiving free doctor, medicine and in-home care today but have failed to register with the Veterans Administration (VA). All that is required is a copy of your discharge papers (DD-214), a copy of your last year’s tax return (if filed), a copy of your medical records (if possible), insurance card (if you have one) and a couple hours of your time. Those veterans whose joint income exceeds approximately $28,000, after some deductions, would have a small co-pay. If you made less than approximately $28,000 a year, you would be eligible for benefits without the co-pay. Prescriptions run from free to $2 each. Eye glasses and hearing aides are also now available. Again, let the VA determine your eligibility — don’t assume you have no health benefits coming. In some cases, spouses of deceased veterans with service connected disabilities could be eligible for some benefits. If you are a veteran, register and obtain your VA medical card regardless of your present health or financial conditions today. Veterans may register at the following VA Centers Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: • OKC Veterans Administration, located at 921 NE 13th St., OKC; (800) 694-8387, (405) 270-0501 (parking at 15th and Kelly) • Muskogee VA Center, Honor Heights Drive; (800) 827-1000, (918) 683-3261 • Tulsa VA Out-Patient Center, 635 West 11th Street; (918) 764-7223 • Lawton VA Out-Patient Center, 4303 Pitman and Thomas, Fort Sill; (580) 353-1131 (7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) • Wichita, Kan., Veterans Administration is located at 5500 E. Kellogg, (888) 878-6881; Out-Patient Center Osage Cove VFD Not DisbandingBy JEFF POLITTE News Staff Writer KAW LAKE —“We have no intention of disbanding!” That was the combined message of the Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department board. The five-member board met in executive session recently to discuss the implications of such action. It was a position they say was held solely by one former firefighter at Osage Cove — Steve Guy. Guy, in an interview with The Ponca City News published Sept. 3, said he could not see the department continuing without recognition by Osage County, and suggested the department was considering disbandment. That prompted the emergency session. The recognition, according to Guy, would make Osage Cove a county department, allowing volunteers to qualify for a state pension plan. While board members noted what he said about the pension plan was primarily true, they stated — emphatically — the department “would not hold the fire district hostage” to force the issue. Mike Lyons, board member and department training officer, said the idea of disbandment was ludicrous. “We have not at any time considered disbandment, nor ever will consider disbandment,” he said. In fact, he added, the opposite was true: “We are trying to grow and provide more services to this community.” “The volunteers with this department aren’t here because of benefits,” stressed Linda Lyons, secretary/treasurer and volunteer firefighter. “They are here because they want to be here, and want to be a part of what this department is all about — fire protection.” “A pension plan would be great — but that’s not why we are here,” she explained. She also said the department was established to protect and serve the people, not only in their jurisdiction, but with mutual aid for neighboring departments. Assistant fire chief Amy Oldfield agreed: “Our motivation is to go out and fight fires.” “If your neighbor’s home is on fire, you can’t stop to think about whether or not you have a pension plan,” Oldfield said. “You go out and fight that fire because you know if you don’t, it may be on your land next.” Oldfield said she believed this was a personal issue with Guy. “We don’t want people out here who are self-serving,” she said. The board voted to dismiss Guy from the department during the emergency session. The board also said Guy, who had presented himself as a fire captain, was not an official officer, spokesperson or representative of Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department. Legislation allowing rural fire departments to qualify for membership in the firefighter’s pension plan went into effect in 1998. As part of the requirement process, departments must be recognized by a county government. The state pension plan provides life insurance for members and their spouses, disability insurance and a $125 per month pension. Funding for the pension comes from the state pension plan through the Department of Agriculture. Local Word Whiz Lands in National Crossword GlareBy NORM PETERSEN Managing Editor A Ponca City wordsmith has turned a 26-year hobby into a money-making proposition. Patrick Jordan was recently named a freelance co-editor by the prestigious New York Times for its daily crossword puzzle. According to Jordan, he’s one of four freelancers in the United States holding that position under editor Will Shourtz. Jordan, 38, began working crossword puzzles at the young age of 12. Ten years later, he constructed his first puzzle. “I did it with the idea of selling it, which I did,” he stated matter-of-factly. Constructing and working crossword puzzles is a hobby for Jordan, the advertising promotions manager at The Ponca City News. But, it’s a hobby at which he’s become proficient; in fact, he’s become one of the best in the United States at it. Six years ago, he competed for the first time in the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Stamford, Conn. By his own admission, Jordan didn’t do badly. “I won the maximum number of trophies (you can get),” he explained. He received four trophies for finishing sixth overall (in a field of 300), being named Rookie of the Year, earning third in his age group and winning his southern geographical division. Although his puzzles have appeared in The Daily Oklahoman and New York newspapers like Newsday and the Times, ironically he hasn’t had any of his creations published in The Ponca City News. “We carry a different syndicate,” Jordan shrugged, indicating he understands the nature of the “crossword game.” Most daily newspapers, like The News, received their daily puzzles from a copyrighted syndicate. The one used locally doesn’t carry Jordan’s puzzle constructions. Although he’s gained a nationwide reputation, Jordan doesn’t see his crossword “career” going much farther. “You can count on one hand the number of people who make a living at this,” he says. To do what he does — construct crosswords — takes a special type of individual, Jordan explained. According to him, there are four essentials: good vocabulary, an ear for language, a sense of humor and what he calls “a puzzle mindset.” A puzzle mindset is thinking in the vein of crosswords, he explained. For instance, one recent crossword clue read, Beach blanket. The answer was sand. “’What blankets the beach?’ is what you have to ask yourself,” Jordan explained. Knowing his avocation’s limitations, Jordan isn’t about to quit his day job. “It’s a hobby,” he says of puzzle construction. “But, it’s one that provides a secondary income.” And, after 26 years of puzzle solving and constructing, that’s a limitation he’s more than willing to accept. For the Flatterys, Operating A Carnival Is a Family AffairBy JACKIE SCHROEDER News Staff Writer BLACKWELL — It’s a family tradition. The Ottaway carnival has been passed down to the second generation, and one member of the third says she wouldn’t count out being a “carnie” for life either. Laney Flattery says she might go into the carnival business. If she does, she would be following in the footsteps of her parents. Her mother, Vicki Flattery, is one of the three siblings who jointly own the Ottaway carnival. Danny Ottaway and wife Tina, Sandra Ottaway and Flattery are the three brother/sisters who own the traveling carnival, which was started by their father Bob Ottaway. The carnival provided rides and other necessities for the 83rd annual Kay County Free Fair which concluded a five-day run Saturday. The elder Ottaway actually began building steam engines in 1944. Eventually he sold the company to Harold Chance and that company is now Chance Industries, the largest manufacturer of amusement park rides in the United States, according to an Ottaway employee. Bob Ottaway later opened a theme park, eventually taking it on the road. It became the Ottaway carnival. When he died, he left the carnival to his three children and they have been touring through Kansas and Oklahoma ever since. The Flattery family lives in Onaga, Kan., which is where their two youngest children, Carly and Tim, are currently staying. Laney, the oldest, is in school in Wichita. On weekends, she travels to where the carnival is and works for her parents. Over the summer, all three of the children travel with the carnival, visiting different cities. Chris Flattery, Vicki’s husband, was an attorney in Onaga. He said that he had been around the carnival business for quite a while before he began traveling with it. Vicki would be gone most of the time with the show, he explained. When she was home, it was his busiest time of the year. so they hardly saw each other. Around that time Bob Ottaway died, Chris decided to give up the practice of law and travel with the carnival. He became the business manager. This is their 14th year of operating the show. According to Chris, there is less pressure managing a carnival than being a lawyer. Another thing he likes about being a carnie is the time he gets to spend with his kids. “I get to spend more time with my kids than most parents would imagine,” he explained. Chris and Laney don’t mind being called carnies. Chris says it’s just like being called an attorney. The only thing that gets to him is being told, “You don’t look like a carnie.” “It doesn’t bother me because I know our carnival is of the highest quality,” said Laney. DEATHSOrel Wilson McMillan Orel Wilson McMillanOrel Wilson McMillan, Ponca City resident, died Friday, Sept. 15, 2000. He was 83. Graveside service will be held on Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, at 11 a.m. in the Highland Cemetery in Pawnee, with the Rev. Louis Speck officiating. Services are under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home of Pawnee. Orel Wilson McMillan was born on May 10, 1917, in Kansas City, Mo., the son of Orville and Violet (Carroway) McMillan. His mother passed away on Dec. 13, 1918, and he was raised by his aunt Olive Boyer of Morrison. He graduated from Morrison High School, and attended A&M Tech in Okmulgee for two years. He was employed by Douglas Aircraft as a mechanic for twenty years. He married Wanda June Nelson on July 25, 1942, in Stillwater. They made their home in Skedee from 1958 to 1990 when they moved to Ponca City. He was a member of the 397 Aircraft Artillery from February of 1943 until his discharge in 1945. He was an avid gun trader, sportsman, enjoyed gardening, tending to his dogs and attending sporting events. Survivors include his wife of the home; two daughters, Eulalah Jean Stewart and Ann Leonard both of Ponca City; one son Lynn McMillan of Ponca City; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents; his aunt Olive Boyer; two brothers; and a daughter, Sandra Kay McCray. Robert Neal WeaverCARROLLTON, Texas — Robert Neal Weaver, former resident of Ponca City, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2000, at a hospital in Dallas. He was 70. A graveside service was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at Restland Memorial Gardens in Dallas under the direction of Restland Funeral Home. Robert Neal Weaver was born July 31, 1930, in Ponca City, the son of L.O. and Bertha Weaver. He grew up in Ponca City, attending Ponca City schools. He graduated from Ponca City High School in 1948, and was on the football team. He served with the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Department during the Korean War. He lived in Wichita, Kan., for several years, working as a security agent for Santa Fe Railway. He later moved to Dallas, Texas where he worked for Transcon Transportation as a dispatcher before forming his own security company. Survivors include his wife, Leigh-Armstrong Weaver of the home in Carrollton; three daughters, Leslie Weaver of Carrollton, Pam Crenshaw of Dallas and Cindy Gober of Brownwood, Texas; a son, Larry Weaver of Dallas; a brother, Wallace Weaver of Ponca City; 13 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Yvonne Crawford Weaver; his parents; two brothers, Ernest Weaver and Wayne Weaver; and a sister Katharyn Long. Joe C. MillerJoe C. Miller, Ponca City resident, died Friday, Sept. 15, 2000, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 95. Miller was the last living member of the Miller family to live at the 101 Ranch. The funeral service will be held Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Dr. Bill Guilford, interim pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. The family will be at 821 Monument. Eldorado Floyd MooreBLACKWELL — Eldorado Floyd Moore, resident of Blackwell, died Thursday afternoon, Sept. 14, 2000, in the Veterans Administration Hospital in Wichita, Kan. He was 85. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 18, 2000, in the Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Blackwell with the Revs. Jon Denison of Faith Fellowship of Blackwell and Joe Davolt of Independence Bible Holiness Church of Indpenedence, Kan., officiating. Burial will follow in the Blackwell Cemetery under the direction of Roberts and Son Funeral Home of Blackwell. Flag presentation will be presented by the Blackwell American Legion and VFW. Eldorado Floyd Moore was born on Dec. 31, 1914, near Geary, the son of Charles Leroy and Arminda Ellen (Blackwell) Moore. He moved with his family to Blackwell in 1917. He attended Pleasant Valley School before continuing in the Blackwell Public Schools. He married Bessie Olean Warner on Aug. 21, 1937, in Blackwell where they settled. He entered the United States Army in 1943 serving in the Philippines during World War II. Following his discharge in 1945, they moved to Pasadena, Calif., where he was employed as a carpenter, built houses and was employed as a machinist. They returned to Blackwell in September of 1949 and he began the Moore Construction Company. He retired in 1978 and began a full time farming operation with his brother Robert Moore and his sister Carrie Scott. He continued farming until his death. He was preceded in death by his wife on March 21, 1994. He married Ruby Liles on Aug. 24, 1996, in Blackwell where they settled. He was a charter member of the Wesleyan Holiness Association of Churches in Blackwell. He served the church as a member of the national board of the associations for a number of years. He is survived by his wife of the home; two sons, Mark Moore of Wichita Kan., and Don Moore or Honduras; one daughter Barbara Moore of Bethany; one step-son Jim Liles of Blackwell; two step-daughters, Linda Wildgrube of Blackwell and Sherry Cable of Ponca City; one sister Mable Hartley of Temple City, Calif.; one brother Robert Moore of Braman; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Nellie Elliott, Bertha Lough and Carrie Scott; two brothers Walter and Earl Moore; an infant son, Chester Leroy Moore; and a granddaughter. Casket bearers are Gene Turner, Lanny Moore, Greg Hailings, Kelly Denison, Dick Collins and Gene Collins. Honorary casket bearers are Tom Cable, Jim Liles, Dick Balderston, Ralph DePriest and Gary Haskins. ObituariesTeresa Jeanene CaldwellTeresa Jeanene Caldwell, resident of Ponca City, passed away Friday morning, Sept. 15, 2000, at her home. She was 46 years of age. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at the Foursquare Church, Lincoln Center, 700 West Broadway, Ponca City. The services will be officiated by Rev. Dale Henshaw, Foursquare Church, assisted by Pastor Darian Catron, Trinity Nazarene Church and Pastor Steve Bierly, First Church of The Nazarene. Interment will be at the Longwood Cemetery under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. Teresa Jeanene Jordan was born March 23, 1954, at Ponca City, the daughter of Herman E. Jordan and Nellie Juanita (Warren) Jordan. She received her education in the Ponca City Schools, graduating from Ponca High School in 1972. She was employed with Mercruiser in Stillwater until 1989 and most recently was employed with Smith Tool Company, Ponca City. She was married to Gary Wayne Caldwell on April 13, 1991, at Ponca City. Jeanene was a member of the Trinity Nazarene Church. She had been active with the Walk For Life cancer support and March of Dimes organizations. Her enjoyments included garage sales, fishing, gardening, raising animals and music. She is survived by her husband, Gary, of the home; her father, Herman E. Jordan, Ponca City; two children, Haley Dawn Misiura, Ponca City and Jason Walenciak, of the home; three stepchildren, Rodney Caldwell, Randy Caldwell and wife, Charity and Beth Petrie and husband, Chad, all of Ponca City; four brothers, Robert Jordan and wife, Maureen, L.D. Hicks and wife, Sandy, Gary Jordan and wife, Genie and Terry Jordan and wife, Tammy; one sister, Deanna Raulston; four stepbrothers, Raymond Raulston, John Allensworth and wife, Anita, Jerry Allensworth and wife, Polly and James Allensworth; two stepsisters, Aretta Saunders and Nancy Bradbern; eight grandchildren, Alyssa Ullery, Zachery Misiura, Dristen Misiura, Rheanna Sanders, Garrett (Bubba) Caldwell, Savannah Caldwell, Michael Caldwell and Baby Evan Petrie, her mother-in-law, Opal Caldwell; brother and sister in-laws, Tom and Patsy Wynn and Jerry and Karen Caldwell; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Juanita Jordan; stepmother, Mildred Jordan and father-in-law, James Caldwell. Casket bearers will be Chad Petrie, Eugene Keeler, Gary D. Jordan, Ken Hoover, Jimmy Neilson, Travis Jordan and Forrest Hicks. Honorary casket bearers will be Vicky Neilson, Evelyn Grimbley, Betty Allen, Carla Hodges, Cathy Cain, Gail Dummer, Shallon Dummer, Tina Thompson and Carla DeNoya. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, Okla. 74601. paid obituary Services PendingAnne KinnebergAnne (Kraynas) Kinneberg, longtime Ponca City resident, died Thursday, Sept. 14, 2000. She was 90. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2000, at the Grace Episcopal Church with the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong, rector, officiating. Arrangements are made with the Trout Funeral Home. FuneralsMonday Gayl Ann SchusterGayl Ann Schuster — Funeral at 10 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. NEWS BRIEFS-- Burglary — A man in the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street advised Ponca City police at 10:50 a.m. Friday he had caught a subject trying to break into his vehicle. A description was given of the male subject. Two officers responded to the call and a report was taken. Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Monday 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. 765-9689. adv. Accident — A hit-and-run accident in the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street was reported to Ponca City police at 11:03 a.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Theft — A woman in the 600 block of West Oklahoma Avenue reported the theft of some checks from her residence at 12:51 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Kids Review now accepting childrens fall/ winter consignments. adv. American Legion — Ponca Indian American Legion Post no. 38 will meet at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the Jules A. Valdez social services building in the White Eagle community, according to Colbert Cole, commander. Due to the recess of the last meeting members will again discuss a charter name change. All legionnaires and interested people are encouraged to attend the meeting. Refreshments will be served. Theft — Someone in the 100 block of North Third Street requested to speak with a Ponca City police officer in reference to a bad check at 1:14 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Subject Held — An officer at the soccer field on Lake Road requested assistance with an arrest at 1:33 p.m. Friday. Six officers from the Ponca City Police Department responded to the call. A 46-year-old man was taken into custody for cultivating marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Pvt. Wilson Graduates — Army Pvt. Russell Wilson graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, S.C. Wilson is the son of Karen Beebe of Ponca City and a 2000 graduate of Ponca City High School. Accident — Someone in the 3000 block of North Fourteenth Street request an officer in reference to a minor accident at 3:40 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned, but no report was taken. Subjects exchanged information. Shoplifting — A clerk at a business in the 2900 block of North Fourteenth Street reported a male shoplifter was being held to Ponca City police at 4:06 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned. An 18-year-old man was taken into custody for petit larceny and city warrants for two counts of assault and battery and destruction of city property. Meeting — Members of the Akinazhi Hethuska Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 924 North Osage. For more information about this important meeting call 762-9609 or 362-3643. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. For professional carpet cleaning, call the professionals. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. 765-3421. adv Tonkawa Event — Tonkawa High School Alumni Association is sponsoring a benefit concert during the Homecoming 2000 celebration. The Great Divide will provide the music for a “grand jam” at 8 p.m. on Sept. 30. The concert is being held in an effort to raise money to retire the debt for renovations to Tonkawa High School’s football stadium and track. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the gate. Children 5 and under will be admitted free. Advance tickets are available at the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce, McVay Outfitters, and Quality Water. Accident — An accident with injury at the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Turner Street was reported to Ponca City police at 4:12 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and an ambulance from the Ponca City Fire Department also responded to the call. A subject was transported code red to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Taco Sell — An Indian Taco sell will be held Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ponca Indian United Methodist Church in White Eagle. For delivery information call 718-0046. Burglary — A woman in the 200 block of Hillside Avenue reported her house had been broken into to Ponca City police at 4:16 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Accident — A two-vehicle, non-injury accident at the intersection of Third Street and Highland Avenue was reported to Ponca City police at 4:23 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Burglary — Someone in the 800 block of North Union Street reported some storage units had been broken into to Ponca City police at 5:34 p.m. Friday. an officer was assigned and a report was taken. Used Cartridges — Used ink jet cartridges can be dropped off at the Century 21 Group One office, 1215 East Highland, and $2 will be contributed to Easter Seals by Emerald recycling for each cartridge recycled. For additional information, call 762-0400. Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv. Accident — A hit-and-run accident at the intersection of Fifth Street and Highland Avenue was reported to Ponca City police at 5:42 p.m. Friday. Watch shipment: plenty of choices. Beads are in! See our beaded curtains, purses, and bracelets. Christy’s 3005 North 14th. adv. Subject Held — An officer in the 100 block of Ramblewood reported a 42-year-old woman was taken into custody for cultivation marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute at 6:25 p.m. Friday. Refrigerators, Scratch-N-Dent Sale. Copeland Appliances, 315 East Grand. adv. Accident — An accident at the bridge on L.A. Cann Drive near Lake Ponca was reported to Ponca City police at 7:26 p.m. Friday. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of U.S. 60 and McCord road was reported to the Communications Center at 10:11 p.m. Friday. An ambulance and rescue one from the Ponca City Fire Department and McCord responded to the call. Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv. Windshield Chips repaired professionally. Guaranteed and insurance approved. Ponca Glass, 300 West Highland and Pine. 762-6522. adv. New Wedding Accessories. Cake tops to flower girl baskets. Now at Carla’s Hallmark, Downtown. adv. Theft — A clerk at a business in the 200 block of West Hartford Avenue reported a man and a woman had taken a 24-pack of beer and left the store to Ponca City police at 1:57 a.m. Saturday. A description was given of the suspects. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Pioneer Technology Center’s Lab & Adult Care Food Program. Participants in attendance will be offered same meals at no separate charge and with no physical segregation of, or/other discrimination against any participant because of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. the Child & Adult Care Food program. If you believe you have been discriminated against because of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, write immediately to the State Department of Education, Child Nutrition Programs, 2500 North Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105-4599, or the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250. adv. 70%-80% Off of summer merchandise. Betty’s Boutique. Fourth and Grand. adv. Subject Held — An officer at the intersection of Fourteenth Street and Overbrook Avenue reported two subjects were taken into custody after a traffic stop at 2:21 a.m. Saturday. A 22-year-old woman was taken into custody for driving under intoxication, no drivers license and no insurance and a 37-year-old woman for public intoxication. Meeting — The Ponca City Board of Education will meet Monday night at 6:30 p.m. at the administration building. The meeting is televised on Channel 12. -- LIFESTYLESCatherine Haynes Among Finalists for State Award Catherine Haynes Among Finalists for State AwardFifty Oklahoma women have been named finalists for this year’s Woman of the Year award which recognizes excellence in business and community involvement. Among those finalists is a Ponca Citian, Catherine L. Haynes. An additional 29 women were renominated from prior years and five women will be inducted into the Woman of the Year Hall of Fame. The Woman of the Year awards program, now in its 20th year, recognizes excellence in business and community involvement. Joining The Journal Record as partners this year are Express Personnel Services, OG&E, AT&T Wireless, The Compliance Co., Renaissance Hotel and Day, Edwards, Propester & Christensen P.C. Paula Zahn, anchor of the news show The Fox Report, will be the speaker for The Journal Records Woman of the Year awards black tie banquet on Sept. 28 at the Myriad Convention Center. Guaranty Bank and Trust will be the host for a forum in conjunction for The Journal Records Woman of the Year awards. “In Your Honor: Building a Network for the Future” will be a daylong forum for past winners, finalists and this years finalists from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Myriad Convention Center. Denise Bode, a member of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, was the winner in 1999. Tami Bramel, vice president and general manager for AT&T Wireless in Oklahoma City, was the 1998 winner. Memberships Catherine L. Haynes holds a variety of professional memberships, and serves as trustee for Connor Chapel AME Church. She is also affiliated with Ponca City Rotary Club; Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce; State Chamber Small Business Council; State Chamber Board of Director; National Association Female Executives; Nationwide Register Who’s Who in Executives and Businesses; Ponca City Playhouse; Oklahoma Minority Supplier Development Council; Pioneer Technology Center-Employment Training/Small Business Management Advisory Council; Central Oklahoma’s Breakfast for Small/Minority/Women Entrepreneurs; Oklahoma Consortium for Minority Business. She is also associate matron for Elizabeth T. Smith Chapter 40, Order of Eastern Star. Awards Haynes earned the New Minority Business Award (presented by the African American Coming Together — 1995) and the 1996 Economic Development Award from Northside Chamber of Commerce, Lawton. Haynes says, “With further evaluation of the categories in the service industry, it became apparent that providing a service for the senior population would provide the opportunity to do something of value and simultaneously provide employment for myself and continue to live in the community. Having made this commitment, it was only a few steps to the creation of C&D Home Health Agency, Inc.” “Our company is a service for senior citizens. We provide quality care with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified home health aides. These services increase the quality of life for senior citizens so they can remain in their home rather than being institutionalized,” added Haynes. Red Rose Club Begins New YearThe Red Rose Garden Club met at the home of Mrs Maxine Manering for their opening fall meeting. Assisting as co-hostesses were Allison Graham, Nadia Salama and Theory Chiu. The meeting was a salad luncheon, and each member brought a salad to be enjoyed by all. At the business meeting following the luncheon, the speaker was Marc Labossiere, city treasurer, who explained the details of the Cann Trust. Roll call response was “memories of your favorite quilt.” In the absence of the president, Jannie Ross, the vice-president, Allison Graham, presided over the meeting. She also gave the report on the Cann Garden Center and asked the members to volunteer for garden club activities. Mrs. Manering then described and showed her quilts and her mother’s quilts and told how they were made. She also told about Nadia Salama’s quilts and how she had purchased some designs in Cairo. The next meeting of the Red Rose Garden Club will be Oct. 9 at the home of Jannie Ross, 402 North Sixth, and will be a program on Kitchen Gardens presented by Stan Kistler. PCHS 1948 Class ‘Between Reunions’ Luncheon Sept. 30The Ponca City High School Class of 1948 will hold its annual “in between reunions” luncheon on Sept. 30 at the Western Sizzling at 1 p.m. All former classmates are invited to come and share a couple of hours of food and fellowship. Last year was the first time this event was held and about 45 members and guests attended and voted to repeat it this year. There is no formal program, just a relaxed time to get together until the next big event in 2003 which will be the 55th. Newsletters were sent out to each member of the class, and those who plan to attend were asked to let the local committee know in order to get an approximate head count. In the event there are those who did not send back reservations, you are invited to come anyway. Each person is responsible for his or her own lunch. If there are those who are not members of the class and would like to attend and visit with their friends, they are invited to do so. For additional details or if you wish to turn in your reservations, call Louise Willison, 762-4225, or Donna Evans, 765-6220. Vietnam Veteran Project To Fund MemorialThe Vietnam Veterans are kicking off a project to help with funds to support the creation of a POW-MIA memorial to be placed at Resthaven Memorial Park. For a ten-dollar donation dog tags will be purchased to put on “The Millennium Tree of Remembrance” that will be located at Centennial Plaza. “It’s more than just a tree. It means a unified armed service with the different branches from different wars. The red ribbon symbolizes the honor of so many who have served their country,” said Lee Keyes, fundraising chairman for “The Millennium Tree of Remembrance.” At the end of this year’s Veteran’s Day Parade, Nov. 11, in downtown Ponca City, the Vietnam Veteran’s of America will dedicate this tree in Centennial Plaza, in front of City Hall on Grand, as a salute to all veterans. Kay County area residents will have a chance to participate in honoring those who have served in any war. Dog tags secured with red ribbons will be placed on the tree. Orders are currently being taken for the dog tags. The information necessary are the veteran’s name, branch of service and war or conflict. Also, the tags will have the words Veteran’s Day 2000 printed across them. After the ceremony, the tags will be a souvenir to keep. Deadline to order the tags is Oct. 31. A ten-dollar donation will be accepted for the tags, and all proceeds will go to the POW-MIA Monument that is being built at Resthaven Memorial Park. The monument consists of the Millennium tree and a wall surrounding it in the shape of the Prisoner of War — Missing In Action bracelet. The bands were worn during the era of the Vietnam War. People would purchase these 3/8 inch bands with the names of a prisoner of war or soldier missing in action as a form of remembrance. If the soldier returned, the band was no longer worn. “This is an opportunity for veterans to be honored and to continue the honor through the POW-MIA Monument,” said Keyes. “I think it’s wonderful,” said Jean Anne Scott, of the American Legion “The veterans fought for our country; they should be honored.” For more information, or to receive an order form, contact Keyes at 580-765-4748. Kay County Diabetes Support Group MeetsKay County Diabetes Support Group will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Avenue Church of Christ, 1300 West Grand. This meeting will be a sharing and recipe tasting session. Recipes will be available for everyone attending. For more information, call 763-0868 or 762-4479. The Kay County Diabetes Support Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month from September through May. All interested persons are invited to attend the meetings. TOPS Chapter Members MeetTOPS OK 38 chapter met Monday, Sept. 11. Wanda Headrick was in charge of the meeting. Ruth Garroute gave the devotion, “A Pack of Seeds”. Elaine Hoober led the TOPS pledge, and Jewell McFarlin led the KOPS Kreed. Delpha Clemens called the roll, and Ann McCool gave the weight report. Wanda Headrick was best loser, and Janie Fairchild won the Ha Ha Pot. It was announced that Ruth Garroute was the September Angel. Winners of the “Life is a Picnic” contest were: KOPS — Betty Flower, first; Joan Hendrickson, second; TOPS — Janice Fairchild, first; Loretta Riley, second. A new member, Jamie Beck, was welcomed. Wanda Headrick led the group in a calorie guessing game. Fern Black gave each member a postage stamp and encouraged them to stick to their diets as a stamp sticks to a letter. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a nonprofit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. For more information, contact Betty Flower at 765-5448 or Delpha Clemens at 762-2844. International Club Will MeetThe International Club will begin its year with a salad dinner and meeting Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the home of Sonja Engster. Members should bring their favorite salad for sharing. The program will be “What Did You Do This Summer?” Rachel Lynn DeVorss Bride Of James David WilliamsRachel Lynn DeVorss and James David Williams were united in marriage in an 11 a.m. ceremony Aug. 6, 2000, at Coles Garden in Oklahoma City. Their double-ring vows were solemnized by the Rev. Hap Henderson. The bride is the daughter of David and Nelva DeVorss of Ponca City, and the bridegroom is the son of Tommy and Lyn Williams of George West, Texas. Grandparents of the couple are Frank and Norma DeVorss, Mamie and Mary Johnson, and Jerry Williams. The musical program included Canon in D by Pachelbel and several selections by Alan Silvestri. Everyone recited the Lord’s Prayer in unison as the final prayer. The bride wore an ivory, with rum pink embroidery corset bodice, designer gown with slim straps, scooped neckline, satin fishtail train and matching headpiece. She also wore a pearl and diamond necklace with matching earrings, given to her by her father. The bride carried a bouquet of Eskimo roses, white daisies, blue delphinium, and English ivy. Maid of Honor, Amy Cox, was attired in a two-piece floor-length navy gown. Serving as Best Man was Malcom Williams, brother of the bridegroom. The guest book was attended by A’Lissa DeVorss, sister-in-law of the bride, and Monica Williams, sister of the bridegroom. Ushers were Brad DeVorss, brother of the bride, and Justin Williams, brother of the bridegroom. Assisting with the reception at Coles Garden were Amanda Boham, Angela Ogle, Katie Wilbourn, and Sterling Nickey. The cake was three-tiered with basketweave icing topped with fresh flowers that matched the bridal bouquet. The bridegroom’s cake was chocolate and topped with strawberries. A single candle was lit at the entrance in memory of the bride’s grandparents, Pat and Ada Brunson, as well as the bridegroom’s grandfather, Willard Williams, and other family members and friends. The newlywed couple resides at 2425 W. Lakeview, Apt. 8, Stillwater, Okla. 74675. CASA Program Topic For Vision AmbucsCynthia Linthicum, director of Court Appointed Special Advocates in the 8th Judicial District of Kay and Noble counties, presented the program at the Sept. 12 meeting of Vision Ambucs. CASA is a national program that was formed in Kay County in October 1997, and Noble County is in the process of setting up the program. Linthicum has been director since September 1999. CASA volunteers are designed to be the eyes and ears of judges and a voice for abused and neglected children in the court system. Currently, 33 volunteers are in the program, and a total of 83 children have been helped through the program. Interested individuals can contact Linthicum for more information on becoming a CASA volunteer at the Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Beverly Rubino was introduced as a guest, and Kim Tabor was welcomed as a new member. Kim is employed by Strip Credit Union. Bingo prizes were collected for the Senior Citizen Center. Upcoming activities include the Great Plains Ambucs Regional Convention that will be held in Hutchinson, Kan. on Oct. 5-7, collecting bingo prizes for Alterra Sterling House, and providing a Thanksgiving basket for a needy family. The next meeting will be Sept. 26 at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse at 6:30 p.m. Members will be making Halloween favors for the children at Domestic Violence, Alterra Sterling House residents, and Union School special needs students. Vision Ambucs meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. The members are women who share an interest in community service, personal growth, making friends, and making business contacts. For information about Vision Ambucs, contact Lisa McGee, president, at 765-0840. Meals on Wheels Menu AnnouncedMeals on Wheels are delivered at noon Monday through Friday by volunteers. The meals are prepared at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, and special diets can be prepared with a written order from a doctor. Meals are available to persons 65 years of age and older when needed. Those younger than 65 may receive meals if disabled or for two weeks following dismissal from the hospital. Cost is $2.50 per meal, and adjustment is made for financial need. For more information call 762-4707 or 765-0331. Substitutions may be made if necessary. Menu for this week Monday, Sept. 18: Tuna noodle casserole; Hacienda green beans; dinner roll; sliced tomatoes; tapioca pudding. Tuesday, Sept. 19: Roast pork with Rosemary sauce; creamed potatoes and peas; beets with orange sauce; citrus jello salad; Dutch apple cake. Wednesday, Sept. 20: Herbed baked chicken; dill buttered potatoes; cheesy spinach; Italian pasta salad; rosy sliced pears. Thursday, Sept. 21: Chicken fried steak; whipped potatoes with cream gravy; broccoli; three bean salad; carrot cake. Friday, Sept. 22: Green chili stew; breaded okra; cauliflower; cornbread; marinated diced cucumber, onion, tomato; limeade filling in graham cracker crust. Wheatheart Nutrition Menu ListedFor Wheatheart Nutrition Menu information call 767-1620. Volunteers are needed to deliver noon meals to the elderly homebound. Menus for this week are as follows: Monday, Sept. 18: Ham and cheese; baked potato; mixed fresh vegetables; crackers with margarine; ice cream. Tuesday, Sept. 19: Oven fried chicken; mashed potatoes with gravy; tossed salad with dressing; whole wheat roll with margarine; chilled applesauce. Wednesday, Sept. 20: Ham loaf; glazed sweet potatoes; seasoned green beans; cornmeal roll with margarine; strawberry shortcake. Thursday, Sept. 21: Hamburger; baked beans; coleslaw; lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles; bun with margarine; fresh fruit. Friday, Sept. 22: Fish krispy; macaroni and cheese; buttered peas; carrifruit salad; cornbread with margarine; banana pudding with topping. First Christian Church CWF Members MeetThe monthly general CWF meeting for First Christian Church was held Sept. 7. Hostesses were the new officers with Lovina Meeks serving as chairman. The decorations, soda bouquets, were created by Linda VanPeenen. The study, “Does Not Wisdom Call,” was led by Chris Schilling with the assistance of Sandy Pendergraft, Maxine Schneider, and Betty Snyder. Jo Ellen Morrison led the worship. A special offering was taken to benefit the Child Development Center. Members were also reminded to donate paper goods for the CDC. Singles Network Will MeetThe Singles Network activity schedule for the week includes a dock party and covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept.19 (call Laurzell at 765-4227 for more details). Discussion of ideas for the October calendar will be on the agenda for the general meeting at Furr’s at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21; a covered dish picnic will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. at the Fifth Street Park. ‘Soap Delights’ Program Topic For PCCWCAll area women are invited to come to the “Soap Delights” luncheon on Sept. 20 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Ponca City Country Club, sponsored by the Ponca City Christian Women’s Club. Cost is $8.50, and reservations should be made with Jeanette, 765-8427, for the luncheon and complementary childcare. It is necessary for reservations to be honored, canceled or used by a friend. “Awash in Success” special feature will be provided by Nina Balli from the local Bath and Body Works. The business began nine years ago in Albany, Ohio, by Beth Pritchard. There are now over 1,400 Bath & Body Works stores. A resident of Ponca City for 26 years, Nina was born and raised in McAllen, Texas. She is a WIA counselor for Northern Oklahoma Development Authority and a parttime advisor for Bath & Body Works. Nina and her husband, Fred, who works for Computer Science Corporation, have two sons and a daughter. Tressa Bird, a native of northeast Oklahoma and Ponca City resident for over 12 years, will be bringing the special music, Bubbling Tunes. Tressa graduated summa cum laude from Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, with a degree in vocal music performance and a minor in education. Singing for the past 19 years, she currently is directing the childrens’ choir at her church and is a member of the Singing Churchwomen of Oklahoma. Tressa and her husband, Kip, co-owner of American Telephone, Inc., in Ponca City, have two sons. As a homemaker, Tressa enjoys cooking and spending time volunteering at school, helping with scouts and soccer. Featured speaker Bettie Fouty of Wichita, Kan., will present “Cleaning the Inside.” Remember When the Twist Was a Dance?Depends on your point of view — is a diplomatic answer on issues or things you don’t agree. For example, that little plastic coated wire that keeps the bread from falling out of the wrapper is called a “twisty.” But in truth — for the customer it’s an “untwist,” but for folks sacking up the bread at the bakery it is a “twisty.” Of course, when these little wire critters fly off to mysterious hiding places, they can play havoc with the garbage disposal, the sweeper or your bare foot. Myself, I prefer to throw away the wire tie and twist the bag round and round and then fold it back over the loaf (you’ve got to see it to believe it). Probably would be best you don’t try this at home without a hands-on demonstration or you could wind up with a floor full of bread. Another twist in the kitchen involves the orange juice or milk plastic cap with the peel-off ring. Some folks can manage to twist the lid off without ruining their fingernails or breaking their teeth. Once the loop is off (the ring just naturally falls on the floor), the family cat just loves to stalk and pounce on the mini-hoop. Certainly it’s cheaper than buying a designed-for-cat mouse toy. Depends on your point of view as to whether you are developing old-timers disease or you’re just really COOL when you find the misplaced TV remote control in the refrigerator. Or is a snack more important than typical TV programs? Again, depending on your point of view — is it more cost effective to buy petite or large size clothing? Often larger sizes cost more, but there is no reduction in price for petites — seems as if it would at least balance out material-wise. When one buys a dress because they were attracted to the color and then find other ladies are wearing the same trendy shade — are they following the fad or are they a victim of the fashion Mafia? Again, it depends on your point of a view. This brings up the question — is there such a thing as color auras? In an office of about 20 folks, what makes about half of them come to work one day dressed in shades of the same color? Or on other days, about 10 appear similarly dressed in stripes, patterns or dots. Note, these are not the same 10 folk who dressed in the same color. Nor are we talking about rival football colors such as OSU orange or OU red — but just an ordinary work day. Perhaps the color idea is floating through the air about the same time everyone is getting dressed for work and it just grabs onto those with undecided psyches and whispers “blue today.” How do you fellows feel when you purchase a new tie so you can be a standout in the crowd, only to discover that Regis Philmon, host of “Millionaire,” and every other guy has a shiny one-color neck piece too? Of course you can always give the standard alibi “My wife bought it.” Rachel Harolanne White Weds Damon Peter MyersRachel Harolanne White became the bride of Damon Peter Myers Aug. 26, 2000, at First Assembly Church. Their double-ring vows were solemnized in a 10:30 a.m. ceremony by the Rev. Doug Everaard. Decorations in the church included two seven-branched candelabra accented with ivy and a large basket of white roses. The unity candlestands were placed in a family tree design. Parents of the couple were seated in chairs adorned with tulle bows and nosegays of lavender freesia, yellow daisies and deep purple and lavender satin ribbons. Pictures of the bridal couple were coordinated with music for a special presentation. Songs included Born for You, Circle Game, and Sunrise, Sunset. Kyle and Chelsie White, nephew and niece of the bride, were candlelighters. Ushers were Isaac Lusby, cousin of the bride; Troy Ward, cousin of the bridegroom; and Casey Johnson. The bride is the daughter of Harold White, Gail and Joe Walcott, all of Ponca City. The bridegroom is the son of Pete and Joyce Myers of Ponca City. Grandparents of the couple are Maxcine Peckenpaugh of Ponca City, Katherine Ward of Billings, Joe and Judy Walcott of Ponca City, the late Zane Peckenpaugh and the late Earl Ward. The guest book table, attended by cousins of the bride, Nora and Kathryn Peckenpaugh, featured a crocheted doily made by the bride’s great-grandmother, the late Emazell Peckenpaugh. A small cedar chest held mementoes of the bride’s childhood. Amber Stolhand presided at the gift table. The processional was Pachebel’s Canon in D, and Brian and Alicia Rush of Claremore sang From This Moment as the unity candle was lit. Erika Wiles was Maid of Honor. She wore a dark purple satin dress designed with a square neckline, sleeveless bodice and A-line skirt. Jennifer Brown and Melanie Edens were bridesmaids and wore lavender satin gowns styled identically to the honor attendant’s. Each wore crystal earrings, gifts from the bridal couple. The bride and each attendant carried a handkerchief, a gift from the bride’s mother, with her bouquet. Alexis White, niece of the bride, served as flowergirl and ringbearer. She carried a tatted pillow, made for the bride by a cousin, topped with a basket of lavender and purple flower petals. Brian Rush was the Best Man, and groomsmen were Kyle Adams and Brandon Knight. Each wore a black tuxedo matching the one worn by the bridegroom, who also wore a silver vest and a purple Japanese iris boutonniere. Each attendant wore a pale lavender vest and lavender freesia boutonniere. The bride’s off-white satin gown was overlaid with chiffon embellished with seed pearls, crystals and lace appliques. The fitted bodice was styled with a sweetheart neckline and puffed sleeves adorned with bugle beads. The chapel-length train was accented with pearls, crystals and a fabric bow. The bride’s veil was borrowed from the bridegroom’s mother, who wore it during her wedding in 1968. The waist-length tulle veiling was attached to comb topped with a satin bow accented with seed pearls and crystals. The bride carried a cascade of purple and lavender roses, lavender freesia, purple Japanese Iris, yellow daisies, ivy, pearls and crystals atop a Bible that had belonged to her grandfather, the late Zane Peckenpaugh. The lace cover for the Bible was created by the bride’s great-aunt, Mildred Jones, in 1968. She followed the traditional something old, new, borrowed and blue. The bride also wore a necklace and earrings, gifts from her mother and stepfather; and a blue ribbon garter that had been tatted in 1988 for the bride to wear on her wedding day. The item was created by the bride’s cousin, the late Tressia Lusby. Parents of the bride hosted a reception in the fellowship hall. The buffet table was highlighted with a melon carving of two lovebirds, and the guest tables were decorated with hurricane lamps and candy roses. The bride’s table was decorated with some of her favorite things, and the bridegroom’s table featured some of his favorite items. The triple-tiered white cake, decorated with lavender and purple flowers, was placed atop champagne glasses. The cake was created and served by Barbara Young. The bridegroom’s chocolate cake and chocolate-covered strawberries were served by Harmony Ward, cousin of the bridegroom, and Reacie Ward, the bridegroom’s aunt. Cedar Torres, cousin of the bride, served punch. Others assisting with the wedding were Mike and Andrea Morris, Lonnie and Connie Westberg, Jim and Janie Lee, Kathy Gray, Becky Gray, Kris Hanna, Carol Evatt, Rowena Benton, Sandra Mills, Adam Garton and Marilyn Sanders. The gift table was draped with family heirloom quilts made by the bride’s family, the late Emazell Peckenpaugh, Daisy Harris and Lola White. One quilt was made by Rachel Moody as a baby gift for the bride’s grandmother, Maxcine Peckenpaugh. Pre-nuptial events included a shower hosted by Connie Westberg and Kris Hanna at Kids Castle. Hosting a party for church members and family were Jill Everaard, Robin Johnson, Glenda Knight, and Paula Greenhagen. A luau theme rehearsal dinner was hosted by the bridegroom’s parents in the Fireside room at the church. The newlywed couple resides in Ponca City. The bridegroom is employed with Americorps and the bride is employed at the Country Day School. Reception to Honor GuinnsAn open invitation is extended to friends and family to attend a reception Sept. 30 at Marland’s Grand Home in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Guinn of Ponca City. The event is planned for 2-4 p.m., and the couple requests that there be no gifts. Hosts will be their children, Jay and Susie Guinn of Chicago, Ill., Mark and Janet Tapp of Dallas, Texas, and Craig and Joanie Bowen of Ponca City. Bob Guinn and Shirley Baldwin were married Sept. 29, 1950, in Bentonville, Ark. They are members of Sunset Baptist Church. Mr. Guinn was employed with Cities Service and Sequoia, retiring from Conoco in 1982. The couple’s grandchildren are Robert Guinn of Chicago, Ill., Errin and Andrea Tapp of Dallas, Texas, and Bethany, Sarah, Nathan, Hannah and Josiah Bowen of Ponca City. Vada Diane Bryer Becomes Bride of Jeremy S. RunyanVada Diane Bryer and Jeremy Scott Runyan were married Aug. 26, 2000, in a 4 p.m. ceremony at Northeast Baptist Church. Officiating the double-ring ceremony was the Rev. Larry Nigh. Parents of the bride are Kenneth and Emma Bryer of Ponca City. Parents of the bridegroom are Dave and Linda Turner of Newkirk and James and Joni Runyan of Conroe, Texas. The bride’s grandparents are Mr. and Ms. Cecil Landes, Barbara Rice and Arther Bryer, all of Ponca City. Grandparents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wren of Deltona, Fla., James Hinrichs of Lake Tomahawk, Wisc., Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Runyan of Wichita, Kan., Mr. and Mrs. Al Morgan of Billings, Mont., and Ms. Betty Turner of Newkirk. The bridegroom is the great-grandson of Ms. Lovitt of Wichita, Kan., and Ms. Morgan of Phillip, S.D. The altar was decorated with double-ring candelabras accented with ivy, along with a fan candelabra and unity candlestand decorated with tulle, ivy, black and red ribbons. The family pews were decorated with tulle, ivy, black and red ribbons. The remaining pews had white ribbons with tulle. Becky Dye, pianist, played You Light Up My Life as the candles were being lit. Butterfly Kisses was played as the parents and grandparents were seated. The wedding party entered to Going To The Chapel. Pam Hill sang Valentine . I Knew I Loved You was played as the unity candle was lit, and The Wedding March was played as the recessional. The Bridal chorus was played as her father escorted the bride to the altar. She was attired in a designer A-line satin gown with empire waist. It was detailed in re-embroidered lace accented with pearls and sequins on the bodice and chapel-length train, with satin covered buttons down the back. The headpiece was a band of white fabric flowers detailed with pearls and porcelain roses, fingertip-length veiling with scalloped, ribbon edge trim. The bride carried a colonial bouquet of red Charlotte roses, red Holland sweetheart roses, white daisies and English ivy accented with red and white sheer ribbon. She followed the tradition of something old, a brooch belonging to the bridegroom’s stepmother’s grandmother; something new, her gown; something borrowed, a ring from one of the candlelighters; and something blue was her garter. Maid of Honor was Angela Holder, cousin of the bride. She wore a sleeveless gown of red satin with an empire waistline and open back accented with red roses at the waist. Bridesmatron was Janell Rhynard, and bridesmaid was Jennifer Runyan, sister of the bridegroom. They were dressed identically to the honor attendant. They carried bouquets of white silk roses tied with white ribbon. The bridegroom was attired in a white tuxedo with a white vest. His boutonniere was a red rose and white daisy. The Best Man, Tyler Sullivan, was attired in a black tuxedo with red vest. The groomsmen, Justin Runyan, brother of the bridegroom, and Jeremy Collins, were dressed identically to the Best Man. Each wore a white silk rose as a boutonniere. Candlelighters were Deanna Hinshaw and Leslie Robertson. They wore dresses like the other attendants. Flowergirl was Chelsea Leonard Holder, cousin of the bride. Her gown was made of white satin with an empire waistline. The bodice had a lace overlay with puff sleeves edged with pearls as was the neckline. Pearl buttons accented the back. She carried a red and white silk rose ball. Ringbearer, Austin Runyan, brother of the bridegroom, was dressed like the bridegroom with a red silk rose boutonniere. Ushers were Ersel Holder Jr. and Loren Holder, cousins of the bride. They wore black tuxedos with black vests and white silk rose boutonnieres. Pam Hill presided at the guest book. The couple left the church in a horse-drawn carriage to attend the reception and dance at Grand Central Station. Assisting were Gerita Amador, Cristy Holder and Kim Holder, cousins of the bride. Also assisting were Shirley Holder, aunt of the bride, Lois Cooper and Willma Robertson. Following a wedding trip to Branson, Mo., the couple resides at 3566 Springwood Street, Apt. 807. The bride is employed at Wal-Mart and the bridegroom at Ponca City Senior High School. Out-of-town relatives who attended included Ersel, Shirley, Angela Holder, Ersel Jr., Cristy, Chelsea, and Adam Holder all of Haughton, La.; Loren, Kim and Levi Holder of Bossier City, La.; and Chad Chandler of Louisiana; Helen and Fern Walker, Kathy Walker, Keri and daughters from Meeker. Also Wayne and Lola Holder, Roy and Brenda Easley, Kristi Schapansky, and Thelma Winfield of Enid; Stan and Cheryl Spears of Cushing; Mark and Mable Fleming, Sam and Chris Fleming of Okmulgee; Manuel and LeNell Bryer, Gayle Blackwill of Wichita, Kan. Also attending from out-of-town were Dave and Linda Turner, Zac, Jay, Mike, and Betty Turner all of Newkirk; Jennifer Runyan of Owasso; James and Joni Runyan, Justin, Austin, Nicholas, Trevor all of Conroe, Texas; Al and Lori Morgan of Billings, Mont.; Robert and Janet Wren of Deltona, Fla.; Jerry, Virginia, Lance, Kenton, Sherrie, and Nevin Runyan all of Wichita, Kan.; Maurice, Sherry, Zac and Melissa Runyan of Jefferson, Kan.; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Mesker of Wichita, Kan.; Karen Shuman and Christine Kowalczky of Union Grove, Wisc. Julie Green, Joe Cervantes Wed in Methodist ChurchNuptial vows for Julie Green and Joe Cervantes were solemnized in a recent ceremony at the First United Methodist Church. The Rev. Dr. J.D. Ward officiated the 7 p.m. ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Donald and Glenda Green of Red Rock, and the bridegroom is the son of Jose and Maryls Cervantes and Rod and Yolanda Trant, all of Ponca City. Alana Cervantes sang Now That I’ve Found You and Rod Trant sang The Lord’s Prayer. Melanie Williams of Red Rock was the pianist/organist. Toni Smith of Stillwater kept the guest book. Breanne Davidson was flowergirl, and Landen Davidson was the ringbearer. Debra Keil of Owasso served as Matron of Honor, and bridesmaids were LeeAnn Bolay of Stillwater and Amanda Richolson of Dallas, Texas. Junior bridesmaid was Blanca Balli of Ponca City. Each attendant was attired in a designer gown of deep purple embroidered satin. The bodice featured slim straps with embroidered band accents and the skirt followed an A-line style. The gowns were complemented by matching shawls. Each carried a handtied bouquet of ivory roses, statice, larkspur and iridescent ivory ribbon. Javi Cervantes served as Best Man, and groomsmen were Jacob Cervantes and Bobby Trant. Ushers were Mark Green of Tempe, Ariz., and Colin Kuchinic of Stillwater. The bride wore an Italian ivory satin designer gown styled with a sweetheart neckline and wide Venice lace shoulder straps and an A-line skirt edged with matching lace. The front of the bodice featured lace accents embellished with hand-beaded seed pearls and iridescent sequins. The cathedral-length ivory veiling was designed by the bride’s mother and was attached to a beaded rhinestone tiara. The bride carried a hand-tied circle bouquet of ivory roses accented with shades of purple and periwinkle larkspur and iridescent ivory ribbon. The reception was held at the Marland Estate Mansion immediately following the ceremony. Assisting with the event were Jan Burle of Red Rock, Cindy Lane of Red Rock, Kim Little of Beeville, Texas, Carla Gardner of Dallas, Texas, and Amy Lache of Perkins. The triple-tiered wedding cake was lemon and poppy seed pound cake with raspberry filling. The cake was encircled with ivory roses, pink and purple flowers. The cake was topped with a ceramic bride and groom. The bridegroom’s cake was chocolate in a double heart design. The couple resides in Stillwater. The bride is a psychometrist with the Stillwater Public Schools and is working toward a specialist degree in school psychology at Oklahoma State University. The bridegroom is manager of Willie’s Saloon and is pursuing a degree in business administration at OSU. Mother’s Club Unit II Distributes YearbooksMembers of the Mother’s Club Unit II met on Sept. 11, in the home of Mrs. Bill Ziegenhain. Co-hostesses for the event were Mrs. John Bond, Mrs. Norman Barnes, Mrs. Jackie Bohon, Mrs. Don Bishop and Mrs. Gene Morahan. The new yearbooks were distributed to the members, and the tickets for the upcoming general luncheon and style show were available for purchase. The fall luncheon and style show will be held on Sept. 22 at the Ponca City Country Club for all unit members and their guests. Dillows Observe AnniversaryKenneth and Peggy Dillow of Shidler will be celebrating their silver wedding anniversary Sept. 20. Kenneth Dillow and Peggy Douglas were married on that date in 1975 in the First Baptist Church in Newkirk with the Rev. Walter Hurt Jr. officiating. They made their first home in Newkirk, moving to Shidler in December of 1975. He is employed by Albertson’s Warehouse in Ponca City. He enjoys fishing, gardening and working on small engines. Mrs. Dillow is employed at the Northern Oklahoma Youth Shelter and enjoys sewing, crafts and church work. The couple belongs to the Webb City Church of God where he runs the sound system and she teaches Sunday School and is an officer in the women’s group. Mr. and Mrs. Dillow have two daughters, April Harman and Melissa Dillow, both of Ponca City, and two grandchildren, Bradley and Alexandra Harman. Lifestyles DeadlinesForms for engagement, anniversary, wedding and Little News (baby) announcements are available at the desk of the Lifestyles Editor at The Ponca City News. The deadline for stories and pictures for the Sunday edition is 5 p.m. Wednesday, but stories and pictures may be submitted earlier. Stories for the daily edition should be submitted one to two days prior to the date of publication. In order to keep stories current, The News prefers to have wedding stories submitted within two weeks of the event; however, we will use a photograph and story within three months after the event. If a wedding story is submitted more than one month after the event, the date will not be used and the story may be abbreviated. We cannot reproduce photographs from a newspaper or magazine. Prints or negatives only, please. Either color or black and white photos are acceptable. Soft focus pictures do not reproduce well in a newspaper. 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Birth announcements will not be taken by phone. Angela Gayle Goodger Marries Steve A. ClarkMr. and Mrs. Steve A. Clark are residing in Tulsa following a wedding trip to San Antonio, Texas. She is employed with Met Life Insurance of Tulsa, and he is employed at Williams. Clark and Angela Gayle Goodger were married in a 4 p.m. ceremony recently at Albright United Methodist Church with the Rev. Sheila Combs-Francis officiating. The bride is the daughter of Lester and Brenda Goodger, 2200 Canary Drive, and the bridegroom is the son of Beverly Clark of Broken Arrow and the late Otis L. Clark. Grandparents of the couple are Jack Miller of Blackwell, Leatha Howard of Ponca City, Byron Goodger of Anderson, S.C., the late Dolores Miller, and the late Leland Howard. Decorations in the church included candelabra entwined with ivy and white satin pew bows accented with white roses. A string quartet composed of Barbara and Jeff Fox and Cindy and Mindy Jones presented a prelude and accompanied acolytes Katie Coleman of Catoosa and Whitney Bowman of Broken Arrow, nieces of the bridegroom, as they lit the candles. The quartet also played as the mothers of the bride and bridegroom lit a memory candle in honor of the late Dolores Miller and Leland Howard, grandparents of the bride; the late Otis Clark, the bridegroom’s father; and the late Cathy Clark, the bridegroom’s sister-in-law. Andy Stewart, cousin of the bride, was accompanied by Pat Purkey, pianist, as he sang The Father Says I Do by Brent Lamb. As the couple lit the unity candle, the vocalist sang Love by Bob Hartman. Joy Asbury, organist, played a traditional wedding march. Royce Caldron was in charge of the sound system. Melissa Cox read scripture. Attending the guest book were Brianna and Vanessa Miller of Blackwell, cousins of the bride. Flowergirls were Mickelle Gibson of Joplin, Mo., and Hanna Richter of Enid, great-nieces of the bridegroom. Hanna scattered rose petals, and Mickelle presented the mothers of the bridal couple with long-stemmed white roses. They were attired similarly to the other attendants. Lacey Goodger served her sister as Maid of Honor, and bridesmaids were Laura Kindler of Westminster, Colo., Karie Layman of Tulsa, and Julie Richter of Enid. Each was attired in a floor-length, sleeveless gown of Ice Pink Angel Skin satin and carried a cascade of white and pink roses and Casablanca lilies. Best Man was Michael Lynn of Tulsa, and groomsmen were Ken Richter of Enid, Rusty Severns of Joplin, Mo., and Chip Ezell of Torrance, Calif. Ushers were Clint Goodger, brother of the bride; Keith Howard and Todd Stewart, cousins of the bride. Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride wore a floor-length designer gown of white satin, Italian lace and pearls. The back of the gown was adorned from bodice to train with satin-covered buttons. Her veil was accented with satin roses. She carried a cascading bouquet of white roses, pink roses, Casablanca lilies and ivy. The bride wore a pearl necklace that had belonged to her grandmother, the late Dolores Miller. Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the fellowship hall at the church. Three pedestals held the wedding cake which was covered with fresh pink roses, Casablanca lilies and ivy. Assisting with the serving were Julie Goodger Hawk of Guthrie, cousin of the bride; Jaime Goodger of Blackwell, cousin of the bride; Shawna Severns of Joplin, Mo., niece of the bridegroom; and Brittany Bowman of Broken Arrow, niece of the bridegroom. Following the reception, a buffet dinner and dance was held at the Pace Union Hall. Assisting with the dinner were Tom and Dorleen Howard, Kay and Bob Anthony, Carolyn and Ted Stewart, all of Ponca City, David and Ruby Miller of Blackwell, and Jean White of Houston, Texas. Dave May was the DJ. Out-of-town guests included Debbie Tedrow, aunt of the bride, Ashley and Brent Bible, cousins of the bride, all from Eddyville, Iowa; Leslie and Betty Judd of Oklahoma City; Jean White of Houston, Texas; Richard and Sherry Palmer, Paul and Jamie Miller, and Jason and Karie Layman, nephew and niece of the bridegroom, all from Tulsa; Tommy Clark of Bartlesville, brother of the bridegroom; Ken and Julie Richter, Hanna and Rylan, nephew and nieces of the bridegroom, Jim, Jenny, Mickelle and Dana Gibson, nephew and nieces of the bridegroom, all from Joplin, Mo.; Rusty and Shawna Severns, nephew and niece of the bridegroom, and Amber Severns, sister of the bridegroom, all from Joplin, Mo.; Stacey Clark, sister of the bridegroom, Brittany, Whitney and Bailey, nieces of the bridegroom from Broken Arrow; Larry Clark, brother of the bridegroom, and Justin Clark, nephew of the bridegroom, from broken Arrow; April Welch, niece of the bridegroom; Cindy Coleman, sister of the bridegroom; Katie Coleman, niece of the bridegroom; Paul and Janelle Ezell, all from Catoosa. Prenuptial events included a Pampered Chef shower hosted by Julie Richter and Karie Layman in Bartlesville and a shower hosted by members of the Open Door Sunday School Class at Albright United Methodist church. A poolside rehearsal dinner hosted by the bridegroom was held at the home of Carolyn and Ted Stewart in Ponca City. Sunset Baptist Church Setting for Couple’s VowsNichole Burr and Jerrod Smith were united in marriage Sept. 1, 2000, in a 7 p.m. evening ceremony at Sunset Baptist Church. Officiating at the double-ring ceremony was the Rev. Monty Wright. Parents of the bride are Walter and Ramona Burr of Arkansas City, Kan. The bridegroom is the son of Danny and Jeanie Smith of Ponca City. Grandparents of the bride are Helen Burr, the late Jack Burr, and the late Wilma Duncan and Porter Boyer. Grandparents of the bridegroom are Junior and Delores Gilliland, and Marge (Smith) Baker, and the late Verlin Smith. The altar was decorated with an arch accented with ivy and burgundy roses, with tulle entertwined, and burgundy bows. There were candelabra on either side, accented with ivy and burgundy bows. Instrumental music was played as the guests arrived. Chapel of Love was played as the mothers of the couple lit the candles, followed by the traditional Wedding March. Serving as Matron of Honor was the bride’s sister, Michelle Bratcher. She wore a burgundy velvet dress and carried a bouquet that matched the bride’s. Casey Smith served as Best Man for his brother. The bride wore a sleeveless designer gown of white candlelight satin with a lace overlay embellished with seed pearls and iridescent sequins. The princess-style bodice was accented with a Queen Anne Victorian neckline. The dress back was adorned with a cascading white satin bow. She wore a fingertip-length veil attached to a band of lace and pearls shaped in a vee over her forehead. Her bouquet was made of silk burgundy roses, accented with silk hunter green rosebuds, and seed pearls with cascading ribbons. Ushers were Damon Sneed and Jason Bratcher, nephews of the bride. The flowergirls, Courtney and Bailey Gilliland, nieces of the bridegroom, carried baskets filled with burgundy rose petals. The ringbearer was Brooks Bratcher, nephew of the bride. A reception following the ceremony was held in the fellowship hall. Those assisting were Tacy Sneed, Michaela Bratcher, and Megan Lablue. The guest book was attended by Dominque Taylor, niece of the bridegroom. Courtney and Bailey Gilliland, and Dominque Taylor distributed bubbles and rice bags to the guests. Following a wedding trip to Cassville, Mo., and Eureka Springs, Ark., the couple resides in Ponca City. The bride is employed at Mediclaims as a medical billing agent, and the bridegroom is employed at Unitherm as a fabricator. Pre-nuptial events include a wedding shower hosted by Peggy Stracener and Deanna Gilliland, aunts of the bridegroom, and a rehearsal dinner hosted by the bridegroom’s parents. Out of town guests were Ethel Lee Cartmell and Judy Cartmell from Pawnee, Rhonda and Falon Bates from Arkansas City, Kan., Helen Burr from Geuda Springs, Kan., and B.J. Pegion and Lori Burr from Tulsa. Oklahoma DAR Observes Constitution WeekMembers of Ponca City Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will join DAR members nationwide in observing National Constitution Week, Sept. 17-23. Other plans for the 213th Constitution Week include emphasis on radio through public service announcements. Bells will be rung in local churches on Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. Dr. Paul Gilie, professor of history at OU, and Tom Sipe, principal of Roosevelt Elementary, have been recognized by the Ponca City Chapter as citizens who are “exemplary in promoting the ideals of the Constitution.” This recognition took place at the Sept. 15 DAR meeting at which time a special program on the Constitution was given by Dr. Gilje. State DAR chapters will also encourage the Bells Across America project which includes the ringing of bells in churches, schools and city, county, state and national government. The bells will start ringing at 4 p.m. eastern time in all time zones so the sound of freedom may be heard simultaneously coast to coast. Observing Constitution Week is a top priority with DAR as Gertrude S. Carraway, while serving as president general of the society, was responsible for the annual designation of Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week. A tentative resolution submitted by Carraway to the National Resolutions Committee NSDAR was approved and sent June 7, 1955, to the United States Congress. On June 14, 1955, Sen. William F. Knowland of California introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 140, authorizing and requesting that President Dwight Eisenhower follow the DAR example by proclaiming Sept. 17-23 as national Constitution Week. Following passage of the resolution by both Houses of Congress, Pres. Eisenhower issued his proclamation on Aug. 19, 1955. For his patriotic aid and interest, Knowland received an Award of Commendation from the Continental Congress NSDAR in April 1956. Ponca City HappeningsSunday Pioneer Woman Museum, open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays and holidays. Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Wednesday through Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The Ponca City Art Association will have its permanent fine arts collection on display through Sept. 30 at the art center. The public is invited to attend and there is no admission charge, The original art pieces demonstrate 22 different art techniques. Marland’s Grand Home, 10th and Grand. Home of Indian exhibit, 101 Ranch collection, and DAR Museum. Available for receptions, teas, bridge parties, etc. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 767-0427. Marland Estate and Mansion, 901 Monument Road. National Historic Landmark with 55 rooms and 10 acres. Guided tours daily at 1:30 p.m. plus 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., sunday 1-5 p.m. Available for receptions, weddings, meetings, parties. 767-0420. 11th Step AA meeting — open, 11 a.m.; AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — 8 p.m., closed topic meeting: 603 South 1st. Monday Al-Anon meeting, 8-9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212 South Third. Domestic Violence Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays. Programs for women and children of family violence. Babysitter provided. For information call 76A-BUSE. Fibromyalgia Support Group. For information contact Betty, 762-9776, or Vivian, 765-8871. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Westminster Chapel. For more information contact Lori White, 767-1668. There will not be a July or August meeting of the group. Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, American Legion. Simple Steps AA — closed, noon; AA Step Study — closed, 8 p.m.; Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, discussion; 603 South 1st. TOPS |