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From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Friday, September 6, 1996

LOCAL
Nearly News
Former Ponca Citian Receives Honored 'Legion of Merit' Award
EmTrac Center on Display During Kay County Fair
Three Firms Join Up On Blood Drive
United Way Update
79th Annual Kay County Free Fair Set Next Week
Po-Hi Agricultural Department Sets Tour of Facilities

RELIGION
Woodlands Christians 'Brown Bagging' Lunch
Holy Ghost Revival Starts Here Sunday
Pioneer Bible Church Sets Ladies Fall Retreat
Connor Chapel AME Church Sets Appreciation Service
Prince of Peace Lutherans Set Work Day
Faith Tabernacle Schedules Rummage Sale
Crestview Baptists Plan Sunday School Round-up
Ministerial Alliance Set Noon Meeting
Word of Life Continues in Revival
Asbury UMC Plans Worship in Park, Rummage Sale
Trinity Nazarenes Set Revival
Church of the Nazarene Hosts Trio
Presbyterians to Learn About Border Links Ministry
Jewish High Holidays Set
Lutherans Announce Teachers, Officials
Annual 'Journey' Set at St. Mary's
Pastor's Notes
Sunset Baptists Plan First Place Sessions
Northeast Baptists Will Complete Building Fund Emphasis Sunday
Nazarenes Host Legacy Sunday
Round-up Sunday Set At Free Will Baptist

FAMILY LIVING
Xi Zeta Lambda Begins Year With Pool Party
Dallas Helmet, Country Quilt Among Silent Auction items
P.M. Quilt Guild Members Assemble Donation Quilt
Little News

DEATHS
Arry Lee Taylor
Mary L. Maddox
Services Pending
Homer D. Hadden Jr.

NEWS BRIEFS

EDUCATION
PTC Wins Hall of Honor Award
Mathematics Important In Daily LIfe
Junior Class Selling Mums For '96 Po-Hi Homecoming
School Board Regular Meeting Set for Monday
Grabeal Named Education Editor
Back to School Night Sept. 16 For Mid-High Students, Parents

SPORTS
Purse For Strip Pros Increased
Sneath and the Slappers? Softballers Dominate Jenks
Tonight's High School Football
Wildcats More Than Ready for First Foe
5A East Central To Get Taste of 6A in Opener
Area Football
Ninth Grade Tennis Opens
Tailgate Party
Frontier Ends Slide

LOCAL

Nearly News

Contestants from 15 different states are represented here at the 35th Annual Cherokee Strip Golf Classic. Players coming here to play in the pro-am event, benefiting Opportunity Center For Retarded Children Foundation at the Ponca City Country Club, are entered from across the state and from Kansas, Arizona, Louisiana, Texas, Colorado, Michigan, Georgia, South and North Carolina, Indian, Kentucky, Arkansas, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania.

On a recent visit to the Marland Mansion with a 6-year-old grandson from Oklahoma City, a Ponca City grandmother explained to boy that E.W. Marland built the structure. Noticing the "M" on the lead drainpipes the grandson asked "Does that "M" stand for Mansion?" Grandmother said that it stood for Marland, and the grandson replied , "It could stand for money." Then he said, "I know it is going to be hard to get here but the Mansion is where I want to have my birthday party."

In the never-ending quest for correct phone numbers, NN has learned that one of the "correct" phone numbers for the Bressie Reunion listed in Thursday's NN was incorrectly reported to The News. For information about Saturday's 40th annual reunion, call either 765-9453, 762-2372, 762-8162 or 762-7166.

Former Ponca Citian Receives Honored 'Legion of Merit' Award

By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
Progressing through the ranks with his U.S. Army career, Col. Lynn D. Moore, former Ponca Citian, has become accustomed to receiving awards for outstanding service. But, recently he was especially honored and pleased to receive "The Legion of Merit", considered the highest award authorized by the President of the United States for meritorious conduct and outstanding service.
The coveted award was presented in June to Col. Moore by General William W. Hartzog, commander of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command.
While still in his teens in Ponca City, Moore proved to be an outstanding leader as a Po-Hi football halfback, drum major for the Big Blue Band, and in other sports and activities. At graduation in 1966, he was appointed by Congressman Page Belcher to attend West Point.
Moore continued his superior leadership at the academy and graduated with honors in 1970. While there, he broke many of West Point's football records and received the Army Athletic Association trophy as outstanding West Point Athlete in 1969. Moore served as captain of the 1969 team and was listed as one of the Outstanding Athletes of the Nation. He was later offered a contract by a major pro-football team
Moore had planned a pro-football career after his five-year obligation to the U.S. Army, but decided it was more important to be a leading player in the defense of his country. He first served as a platoon leader in the 101st Airborne Division, then in 1971-72 as a Lieutenant serving as operations officer in Vietnam with the 75th Infantry Battalion H Co., Rangers. Moore served with his men on more than 10 reconnaissance patrol missions in the jungles of Vietnam. For service in Vietnam he received the Combat Infantryman's badge, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Ribbon, Air Medal, Distinguished Unit Citation, two Vietnamese Campaign Ribbons, Ranger and Vietnamese Airborne Wings.
After returning from Vietnam, Moore graduated from flight school in 1973 at the U.S. Aviation Center, Fort Rucker, Ala., where he later served as company commander and logistics officer for the 3rd Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment.
In 1986, he was assigned as chief exercise planner for the Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, N.C. and in 1988 took command of the 3rd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment. During this time Lt. Col. Moore led his battalion in combat during the invasion of Panama, which ended with the surrender of Gen. Manueal Antonio Norega. Moore led his 632 troops to deactivate a hydroelectric plant and military installation and protect 20 American families living at Gamboa. He received the Just Cause Bronze Star, and the Airborne badge.
Following the Panama assignment Col. Moore was assigned as commander of the 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii in 1992.
In 1994 Col. Moore was assigned to lead a new group, the U.S. Army Battle Command Training Program, Operations Group Delta, whose mission is to train U.S. Army corps and divisions to operate in a joint environment and assist Joint Task Force staffs performing contingencies.
Since its inception the team has participated in more than 22 exercises. They supplied support in Zaire for the Support Hope operation in 1994, relieving suffering and dying refugees; in Kuwait they assisted in the CENTCOM staff planning for continued defense of Kuwait in October 1994; sent support planners to Haiti to help restore the elected president to his office; and have trained U.N. military peacekeeping forces and trainers in 1995 with other operations.
Since Operations Group Delta's inception under Col. Moore's leadership, the team has also been involved in supporting U.S. Army Europe, EUCOM, NATO and Allied Forces Southern Europe in planning for military operations in the former Yugoslavia. This support ranged from acting as observer/trainers during Command Post and Field Training Exercises in Germany, to facilitating seminars in Italy and Germany. During the initial deployment of U.S. and NATO forces into Bosnia and Croatia the team deployed to Germany and Hungary to observe, assist and advise the commanders and staffs of USAREUR V Corps, 21st Theater Army command, 1st Theater Army Movement Control Agency, and 1st Armored Division, in Germany and Hungary on command, control, deployment and support issues.
The prestigious Legion of Merit Award was awarded to Col. Moore for "exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service while serving as Commander of Operations Group Delta, Battle Command Training Program of the United States Army Combined Arms Center at Fort Leavenworth, Kan.
"Through his unique training methods and abilities, Col. Moore made a lasting contribution to the professional education and training of numerous joint organizations in the operational level of war. He formed, trained and led a team of observer/trainers with the unique mission of training Army, joint, and combined commands in how to function as a joint task force headquarters or as the Army component of a joint force.
"His contributions and influence have been felt by every warfighting unified command. Col. Moore's distinguished service reflects great credit upon him, the Combined Arms Center, and the U.S. Army."
Just before receiving the Legion of Merit award in June, Col. Moore was reassigned to the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers in Europe (SHAPE), where he will provide a stand up training team to assist in preparing NATO senior officers (generals) and staffs (colonels) to conduct NATO operations outside Europe.
Col. Moore spent a few weeks with his mother, Marie Moore, in Ponca City, before leaving for his new assignment.

EmTrac Center on Display During Kay County Fair

The Oklahoma Red Cross EmTrac Center will be on display at the Kay County Fair, Tuesday through Saturday and tours will be presented to the public by technicians or Blackwell Red Cross volunteers on duty.
Kathy Hawkins, Cherokee Strip Red Cross Chapter Manager and Patrick Zehr, Kay County Emergency Management Coordinator are co-hosting the visit sponsored by the Oklahoma Red Cross and Kay County Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Recently two Red Cross Emergency Training and Response Vehicles (EmTracs) were completed for the Red Cross by Phillips Petroleum and other Oklahoma Corporations in the months following the Oklahoma City Bombing. These corporations wanted to help Oklahoma better prepare for and respond to major disasters.
This innovative EmTrac semi-trailer is fully equipped to serve as a command center at scenes of major disasters. The unit includes its own power source, computer equipment, fax machines, satellite dish and other state-of-the-art equipment, including communications.
The EmTrac unit will also provide disaster preparedness training in communities across Oklahoma.
"Emergency Management personnel, fire and police, county and city officials and personnel, civic and school groups are especially invited," said Hawkins.
Appointments for tours during the day may be made by calling the Blackwell Red Cross at (405)-363-1738.

Three Firms Join Up On Blood Drive

Hardee's, Hobby Lobby, and United Supermarket employees are teaming up with the Oklahoma Blood Institute Ponca City Center to help save lives. They are sponsoring a blood drive, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the donor coach in the United Supermarket and Hobby Lobby parking lot.
The Oklahoma Blood Institute Ponca City Center is the primary blood resource for St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Generous donor groups like Hardee's, Hobby Lobby and United Supermarket help the Blood Institute maintain a safe and adequate community blood supply throughout the year.
"We encourage Ponca City residents to help us save lives by donating blood for patients at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center," said blood donor and Hardee's manager, Richard Martin. "It is a safe and simple way to help the community and make a difference in someone's life."
All donors receive a coupon for a free apple-cinnamon roll from Hardee's and coupon for a free pint of Blue Bunny ice cream, courtesy of United Supermarket.
Donors also receive a free mini-physical which includes checks on blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, iron level and cholesterol. Written cholesterol test results are mailed to donors within two week of the donation.
Additionally, the Blood Institute offers men a prostate cancer screening (PSA) blood test for the nominal fee of $15 for donors and $20 for those unable to give blood.
For more information, contact Richard Martin at (405) 767-8811. The Oklahoma Blood Institute Ponca City Center is an affiliate of the Oklahoma Blood Institute, a regional, not-for-profit blood center responsible for supplying blood to 56 hospitals across Oklahoma, including St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and all Enid and Oklahoma City hospitals.

United Way Update

Girl Scouts Benefit Community
Editors note: This is the third in a series of articles describing the service provided to the community of Ponca City by the United Way's 17 member agencies.
"Anna Hankins of Junior Girl Scout Troop 308 in Coffeyville, Kan. went to her Girl Scout meeting Nov. 7, 1995, just like she did every week," said Kim Lynch of the Bluestem Girl Scout Council. "Little did she know that the skills she learned that evening would save a life - the life of her mother," she said.
On that evening, instructor Gayle Pearson taught her Girl Scout troop techniques to use for emergency breathing. One of those techniques was the Heimlich maneuver. After the meeting, 10 year-old Anna returned home for dinner. It was during that time that her mother began choking on a piece of chicken. Anna quickly moved behind her mother, measured up from her mother's belly button and delivered five or six sharp, lifting blows to her midsection. In no time at all the chicken was dislodged and her mother was breathing freely.
Lynch said, "It has been said that participants in the Girl Scout program go camping, make crafts, and sell cookies. Although all of these statements are true, the program is much more. It is learning valuable life skills for the future; from career options to fixing a car; from respecting others to - as Anna learned - saving a life."
The Bluestem Girl Scout Council was incorporated in 1941, with the purpose of inspiring girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens. The council has since grown through the years to encompass 16 counties in Oklahoma and Kansas: Craig, Kay, Noble, Nowata, Osage, Pawnee, Rogers, and Washington in Oklahoma, and Allen, Chautauqua, Elk, Labette, Montgomery, Neosho, Wilson, and Woodson in Kansas.
There are four program emphases offered in Girl Scouting, which help each girl reach her full potential. They are: develop self potential to achieve one's full individual potential; develop values to give meaning and direction to her life; relate to others with increasing skill and maturity; and contribute to society through her own talents and in cooperation with others.
Through the Contemporary Issues Program, Girl Scouts learn about issues concerning the world around them by focusing on topics such as teen pregnancy, literacy, drug abuse, and career choices; while the Patch Programs teach Girl Scouts about community service.
Membership in the Bluestem Girl Scout Council is open to girls in kindergarten through the twelfth grade, regardless of race, color, ethnic, creed, national origin or socioeconomic status; and to adults, 18 years of age and older, both male and female, who accept the Girl Scout Promise and Law. There are five program levels of Girl Scouts, Daisy Girl Scouts, kindergarten - first grade; Brownie Girl Scouts, lst-3rd grade; Junior Girl Scouts, 4th-6th grade; Cadette Girl Scouts, 7th-9th grade; and Senior Girl Scouts, 10th-12th grade.
United Way of Ponca City serves 17 agencies within the community, including American Red Cross, Arthritis Foundation, Bluestem Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts of America, Bridgeway, Child Development Center, Domestic Violence Program, Golden Villa Adult Day Care Services, Helpline Inc., Hospice, New Emergency Resource Agency, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, RSVP, Salvation Army, and YMCA.

79th Annual Kay County Free Fair Set Next Week
BLACKWELL - The 79th Annual Kay County Free Fair will be held in Blackwell, Sept. 10 - 14.
Individuals interested in exhibiting at the state's largest county fair, should contact their local Chamber of Commerce or the OSU Extension Center, according to Mary Rhyne, Kay County Extension Home Economist.
A variety of commercial exhibitors as well as work of the organization's members will be displayed at the Family and Community Education Building.
The Country Kitchen plans to open for drinks and snack food. Rhyne noted that the 75th anniversary cookbooks will also be on sale.
Childrens' art work, from Kay County licensed child care centers and homes, will be displayed in the 4-H/FFA Agriculture building.
Additionally, Pioneer Area Quilters Guild is providing premiums for four classes of quilts totaling $50 in prize money. Guild member, Sue Roy, has donated handmade rosette ribbons for these awards.
"Several local businesses have been generous enough to sponsor awards for the Best of Show exhibits in the Domestic Arts and Sciences and Family Community Education Departments," Rhyne said.
For more information, contact the Extension Center at (405) 362-3194.

Po-Hi Agricultural Department Sets Tour of Facilities

The Ponca City High School Department of Agricultural Education invites everyone to tour the newly constructed agriculture facilities.
An open house is set for this Saturday, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Ponca City FFA school farm located on North Pleasantview Road.
Refreshments will be served throughout the entire day.

RELIGION

Woodlands Christians 'Brown Bagging' Lunch

The Brown Bag Bible Lunch Bunch at Woodlands Christian is ready to travel with the early missionaries of the church as they explore the Acts of the Apostles starting Wednesday, Sept. 18 at noon, and lasting until 1 p.m.
Everyone is encouraged to join this exploration of scripture by bringing their Bible and a lunch of their own., and meeting at Woodlands. That's all it takes! Guests are welcome.

Holy Ghost Revival Starts Here Sunday

Pentecostal Holiness Churches of Ponca City are presenting a Holy Ghost Revival starting Sunday and continuing through Sept. 14. Services ices will be held nightly at 7 p.m. at the New Life Pentecostal Holiness Church, 114 North Oak, across from the Senior Citizen Center.
Nightly guest speakers will include Evangelist Roger Pettay an the Rev. Duane Snider. Special Youth Night is set for Monday, Sept. 9 with performances by Friends on Fire.
Host pastors will include the Rev. Steve Webb of First Pentecostal, the Rev. Paul Holmes of Trinity Pentecostal and the Rev. Joe Muniz of New Life Pentecostal.
For information, call 765-7027 or 762-4272.

Pioneer Bible Church Sets Ladies Fall Retreat

Pioneer Bible Church's annual ladies retreat at Camp Horizon in Arkansas City will be held Sept. 27 and 28 this year, it was announced today.
Mrs. DeLoris Clark, featured speaker, has been involved with Biblical Counseling at Calvary Bible College and will speak on Relationships: with God, spouse, children and others.
Registration deadline is Sept. 15. Those interested in hearing this seasoned retreat speaker and joining the women of Pioneer Bible Church for an uplifting weekend, can call 762-1845 for additional information.

Connor Chapel AME Church Sets Appreciation Service

Connor Chapel AME Church will hold an appreciation service for the Rev. Thomas L. Webb on Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Speakers for the service will be the Rev. Elza Haynes, associate pastor of Connor Chapel AME at 11 a.m., and the Rev. Willie V. Jenkins of St. Stephen AME Church in Enid at the 3:30 p.m. service.
Music for the service will be furnished by local choirs. Member of Connor Chapel AME Church invites the community to be part of this appreciation service, according to James L. Roland, Steward.

Prince of Peace Lutherans Set Work Day

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is planning a work day at the church this Saturday, Sept. 7. They will be mowing, weeding, and hopefully painting on the outside of the church building.
There is a lot of inside cleaning to be done also, it was announced. Please come Saturday whenever you can and for as long as you can. All help will be appreciated.
Also, don't forget to turn in your favorite recipe to Helen Ormand or Joann Monger for the Prince of Peace church-wide cookbook.

Faith Tabernacle Schedules Rummage Sale

The Women's Ministries of Faith Tabernacle, 501 South Fifth, announced their Annual Rummage Sale for Saturday, Sept. 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
It was announced lunch eh will be served also from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include hot dogs, nachos and desserts.
For sale will be numerous items including baby and children's clothing to furniture, etc. Proceeds will be used to purchase playground equipment for Children's Church.

Crestview Baptists Plan Sunday School Round-up

Crestview Baptist Church. U.S. 60 and Indian Hill Road, is announcing the Sunday School Round-up, Barbecue and Gospel Singing for Sunday. The day will begin with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., following by the morning worship service at 10:30 and the Barbecue at ll:30. Gospel singing will follow immediately after the barbecue.
Folks are encouraged to wear their western duds and come join in the fun!

Ministerial Alliance Set Noon Meeting

The Ponca City Ministerial Alliance will meet on Thursday, Sept. 12 at noon at the St. Joseph Medical Center, Conference Room B. Mayor Marilyn Andrews is scheduled as the guest speaker. She plans to address various issues in Ponca City, specifically regarding moral issues.
There will also be an election of officers for the coming year. All area ministers are urged to be in attendance.

Word of Life Continues in Revival

Word of Life Christian Center is in its eleventh week of revival. Meetings are now being held on Thursday and Friday of each week at 7 p.m. Dave Martin, evangelist from Tulsa, is the speaker.
Regular church services are Sunday at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Word of Life invites all area people to come and experience God's power.
Nursery is provided at all services, with Children's Church on Sunday morning and evening. For more information, call the church office at 762-4387.

Asbury UMC Plans Worship in Park, Rummage Sale

A rummage sale is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty. Everyone is encouraged to stop by.
On Sunday the Sunday School will meet at the church at the regular time. The worship service will be held at Lake Ponca Park at Shelterhouse 3 and 4, and Communion will be celebrated together in the park.
Service will begin at 11 a.m., with a covered dish dinner following..
Those attending are reminded to bring a couple of dishes of food to share and their own table service, also lawn chairs for comfort.

Trinity Nazarenes Set Revival

Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 401 South Perry will be in revival Sept. 22 through Sept. 26 with the Rev. Wales Lankford as evangelist. Services will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 23 through 26, it was announced, and on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m..
Everyone welcome to come and hear the Rev. Mr. Lankford, a native of Hennessey, a graduate of Southern Nazarene University, who pastored 34 years in Oklahoma, Texas and Colorado.

Church of the Nazarene Hosts Trio

The First Church of the Nazarene, 1900 West Grand will host The Crossroads, ministering in music, on Sunday evening at 6 o'clock. The public is invited to come and worship.

Presbyterians to Learn About Border Links Ministry

Rick Ufford-Chase, a director of Border Links Ministry will be Midweek guest at First Presbyterian Church this next Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.
Border Links is an ecumenical ministry on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico Border from Texas to California. Many Presbyterian congregations are involved in this ongoing gospel ministry to the needs of people on both sides of this long border.

Jewish High Holidays Set

The blast of the ram's horn brings an end to the drowsiness of the summer season. Jewish people throughout the world are roused by the resonant sound of this ancient instrument. The blast marks the beginning of the High Holy Days, Rosh Hashannah and Yom Kippur. The ten day period from Rosh Hashannah through Yom Kippur is traditionally called The Days of Awe because it is at this time that Jews stand in awe of the world and its Maker. This year the High Holiday period commences on Sept. 13 at sundown and ends Sept. 23 at sundown.
Rosh Hashannah, the Jewish New Year, is a celebration that blends joy with solemnity. There are various customs on this sacred day, some having to do with prayer, others with food. On Rosh Hashannah, Jews praise God for the creation of the world. As the prayers proceed, individuals turn from looking out at the world to looking in at themselves. In communal and private prayers, Jews consider the uncertainty of life, and pray for Teshuvah (reconciliation with God). Most rabbis offer weighty sermons, inspiring congregants to begin the process of self-examination. Dr. Perry Gethner from Stillwater will conduct the High Holy Day services at Temple Emanuel in Ponca City.
During the service, the distinct sound of the shofar or ram's horn is heard in observance of a commandment which originates in the Bible. At home, the festive meal begins with blessings over sweet wine and a round challah - a rich egg bread - to reflect the continuing cycle of years and seasons. A blessing is said before eating apples and honey, symbolizing the hope of a sweet year to come.
During the ten Days of Awe, Jews are encouraged to draw closer and closer to God and to their higher selves, until they reach the spiritual heights of Yom Kippur - the Day of Atonement. On Sunday evening, Sept. 22, Jews begin an intense day of fasting and praying. The haunting prayer Kol Nidre, literally meaning "all vows," is chanted as the congregation stands.
The Yom Kippur liturgy focuses on forgiveness, repentance, and for life and peace in the new year. The observances of this solemn and sacred day dates back to biblical times. Each year, the Israelite community observed a day of self-denial, petitioning God for forgiveness by offering sacrifices on the Temple Mount. In keeping with the solemnity of the day, some Jews wear white garments and simple canvas shoes. The Book of Jonah is read in the afternoon - its narrative recalling an entire community spared from destruction because the community repented. The melodies and chants on Yom Kippur are haunting and evocative, setting the mood for serious self-reflection. A memorial service, held on Yom Kippur afternoon, called Yizkor, honors deceased relatives. Then, with a single extended blast of the ram's horn, the ten-day period comes to a close. Twenty-four hours of fasting and praying for forgiveness come to an end as Jewish communities near and far break bread together.
Dr. J.B. Smith, President of Temple Emanuel, announces that service for Rosh Hashannah evening, Friday, Sept. 13, will be held at 8 p.m. The Rosh Hashannah morning service, on Sept. 14, will commence at 10 a.m.
Kol Nidre services for Yom Kippur eve will be held Sunday, Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. The Yom Kippur morning service will commence at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 23. The Monday afternoon Yizkor service and the concluding evening service begin at 2 p.m.
Temple Emanuel is located at 1201 East Highland. Please call 765-2500, 765-8990 or 765-2252 for further details.

Lutherans To Celebrate Rally Day

First Lutheran Church, 1101 North Fourth, will celebrate Rally Day this Sunday, Sept. 8., marking the beginning of the Sunday School year when students promote to new teachers and classes just as in school. Anyone looking for a fresh start in a new church home is welcome to attend and begin a new Sunday School year with the folks at First Lutheran.
The day will be full of worship and fellowship, beginning with the 8:30 a.m. Rally Day Worship service. It will include a special Rally Day theme, puppet show for the Children's Sermon, and some of the Sunday School children will sing.
At 9:45 the Sunday School hour will begin with an "opening exercise" to transfer the students to their new teachers, recognize retiring teachers, and acknowledge those students with perfect attendance for the months of June, July and August. Also, the students and teachers will be waving goodbye to their Sunday School Superintendent, Cheryl Wilson, who is moving with her family to Lake Charles, La.
The late Rally Day morning worship service will be at 11 a.m. and those students promoting to the third grade will be given Bibles. Those students include Kody Crowell, Sean Taglialatela, Maddie McDaniel and Blair Turney.
At 7 p.m. folks will don their "grungie" clothes, BYO banana and join in the 50 ft. Banana Split! Bring your own lawn chair and appetites, too! There will be fun, food and fellowship as First Lutherans meet for yummy ice cream fixed "like you like it" and games for each class.
First Lutherans extend an invitation to "consider First Lutheran your church home and start anew with us on Rally Sunday."

Lutherans Announce Teachers, Officials

Sunday, during the 9 a.m. church service at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3109 North Union, Sunday School students who have received nine attendance certificates will be awarded a one-year attendance pin. Students needed to attend four Sundays to receive a certificate. Certificates were announced the second Sunday of each month.
Students receiving certificates are: Amy Luegering, Amber White, Rachel Luegering, Ryan Schwanke, Zack Kuchta, Jacob Stewart, Ben Kuchta, Emily Kuchta, Megan O'Neill, Seth Stewart, Lance Linthicum, Mat Stewart, Ashley Stewart, and Ryan McCullough.
Sunday School teachers and staff for the new year, which started last Sunday are: Kathy Kuchta, superintendent; Barbara Luegering, secretary; Judy Nottingham, preschool; Amy Furber, pre-kindergarten; LouAnn O'Neill kindergarten; Sandy Brown, Darla White and Sara O'Neill, Grades 1, 2, 3; Robin Luebcke, Vanessa Suter and Steve Schwanke, Grades 4,5; Alan Luebke, Lloyd Brown and Connie Burns, Grades 6,7,8; Tammy Stewart and Karen Ley, high school and Pastor Kuchta, adults.
Lydia Circle officers to be installed include Neva Peck, president; Kathy Kuchta, vice president; Joyce Fox, secretary and Jessie Piel, treasurer.
The members of Good Shepherd invite the community to the 9 a.m. church service and 10:15 Sunday School hour.

Salvation Army Needs Aid With Food Pantry

Major Harvey Adams, Commanding Officer of The Salvation Army in Ponca City has issued a plea for help with the food pantry.
"Our pantry, which we use every day to help provide nourishing food for needy people here in Ponca City, is running low on supplies," Major Adams pointed out in asking for help from Ponca Citians.
He explained Ponca City folks in desperate circumstances come to The Salvation Army for help and they don't want to let them down.
A list of the food items needed by The Salvation Army at this time includes potatoes, bread, flour, rice, vegetables, meat, cooking oil and beans.
"Please help us restock our pantry," Major Adams asked. There are so many needy people in Ponca City who need a helping hand - families down to their last pennies, elderly folks with no one left to turn to, people without homes who are at the end of their rope.
The holiday are almost here also, Major Adams reminded, and The Salvation Army will need help from Ponca Citians to supply the needs coming up.
Your generosity is appreciated, Major Adams pointed out.

Annual 'Journey' Set at St. Mary's

The yearly RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), also called "Journey of Faith", at St. Mary's Catholic Church is in the initial planning stages. The first meeting will be held Sept. 18.
The doctrines and traditions of the Catholic Church will be examined with an opportunity for discussion and questioning as well.
Again this year's "Journey" promises to be one of enlightenment, encouragement, and hope for all who are searching for deeper spirituality in their lives.
For those who have been led to return to or re-examine their Catholic faith, this series is an opportunity to investigate the changes and growth which have taken place in the Church in recent years.
A sincere invitation is extended to members of all faiths who wish to learn more about Catholicism.
Meetings will be held at St. Mary's Parish Center, 408 South Eighth each Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Child care will be provided.
For further information please contact Fr. John Michalicka or St. Mary's Parish Office at 765-7794.

Pastor's Notes

Someone once explained the difference between a journey and an adventure. A journey, it was said, is when you start out knowing where you will end up. An adventure, is when you start out not knowing where you will end up, but you go anyway. Quite a difference!
I believe that God invites us to an adventure. There is no advance guarantee of where our lives may lead. Yet there is a promise that, wherever we go, God will be with us.
A few weeks ago, I stood by the ocean in Juneau, Alaska, looking across the channel at the mountains beyond. Nearby was a couple from one of the cruise ships." Isn't it beautiful, honey!" said the woman to her husband. "Sure is," he replied. "Take a good look, 'cause who knows when we'll be this way again."
A few lines from Rainer Maria Rilke:
Be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart ...
... and try to love the questions themselves.
Do not seek for answers - that cannot be given you -
... because you would not be able to live them.
Live the questions now.
Perhaps you will than ...
... gradually ... without noticing it ...
,,, live along some distant day ... into the answers.
Dr. Kip Wright, Pastor
Albright UMC

Sunset Baptists Plan First Place Sessions

Sunset Baptist Church will begin a new First Place session at the church Sunday afternoon, Sept. 8, from 4:30 to 5:50. This group meets in the east wing of the building in the fifth and sixth grade Sunday School classroom once a week for 13 weeks.
First Place is a Christ-centered fitness program with emphasis on weight control. The goal of First Place is balance in the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical areas of a person's life. Exercise and a healthy food plan are imortant commitments, but the member is also committing to daily prayer time, Scripture reading, and Scripture memorization. The First Place member will be required to pay for the materials used in this program.
The session on Sept. 8 is an orientation of the program, and anyone interested is welcome to attend this session. For further information, feel free to contact Virginia Love at 762-5188.

Northeast Baptists Will Complete Building Fund Emphasis Sunday

Northeast Baptist Church, 2200 Pecan Road, will complete their "I Love My Church" emphasis his Sunday morning, as an opportunity to contribute toward the building and furnishing of the new sanctuary and remodeling of the current sanctuary into education space is offered to the church family.
Dr. Larry Nigh, pastor, began the emphasis on Sunday morning, Aug. 11, with a sermon on "Joash's Chest" based on 2 Chronicles 24:1-14. "Why I Love My Church" testimonies for the morning worship will be Ken Coates and Zona Whittaker.
The first worship service and first Sunday School will begin at 9 a.m. with the second service and Sunday School set for 10:30 a.m. A high attendance goal of 500 in Sunday School has been set and a special offering with a goal of $100,000 will be taken for the completion of the new sanctuary and remodeling of the current sanctuary into education space.
Northeast's Sanctuary Choir will sing "Standing on the Promises" and a men's trio, consisting of Carl Johnston, Scott Pruitt, and Guy Cooper, Minister of Music and Youth, will sing "Favorite Song of All." At the end of the morning worship service, the Northeast Baptist family and friends will be given an opportunity to place their gifts in "Joash's Chest" which has been placed at the front of the sanctuary. Sunday evening's service will be a praise and testimony service beginning at 6 p.m.
During this six-week emphasis members of the Northeast Baptist family have shared their testimonies during the morning and evening worship services, telling why Northeast Baptist church is an important part of their lives. Testimonies have been shared by Francis and Margaret Wilkerson, Jim Griffin, Charley Blew, Carl Johnston, Brian and Lisa Reiss, Cara Segelquist, Stan and Betty Hinshaw, Kerry Johnson and Cindy Short.

Nazarenes Host Legacy Sunday

LEGACY of Southern Nazarene University, Bethany, will appear at St. Luke's Church of The Nazarene, 1715 East Prospect, Ponca City, on Sept. 8 at 6 p.m.
The members of LEGACY serve as student admissions counselors for Southern Nazarene University. They travel a four-state region of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas, appearing in church services, summer youth camps, civic organization functions, and on-campus activities. This includes bringing special music, providing devotionals, sharing information about the university, and providing entertainment for church youth activities.
LEGACY members are Susan Bowers, April Cox, Tim Curtis, Defawna DeLay, Amber Grupe and Chris Tims.
Chris is a senior Music Business and Church Music major from Houston, Texas and sings bass; Tim is a senior Marketing and Spanish major from Hoopeston, Ill. and sings tenor; accompanist Susan is a senior Music Education major from Fort Worth; Amber, who sings alto, is a senior Music Education major from Oklahoma City; soprano Defawna is a junior Sociology major from Edmond and April, who hails from Sherwood, Ark., sings second soprano and is a junior Vocal Performance major.
Pastor William Bonee and the entire congregation extends an invitation to the community to come and enjoy this evening of music.

Round-up Sunday Set At Free Will Baptist

This Sunday, Sept. 8, is Round-up Sunday at the Ponca City Free Will Baptist Church, located at 1900 E. Hubbard Road. Since school has started and summer vacations have slowed down, the church has planned a big "Round-up_ attendance day and four-night revival. in order to get attention focused back on regular church attendance and spiritual renewal.
Everyone is encouraged to dress western or old-fashioned for Sunday School at 9:45 a.m., and the morning worship service at 10:50 a.m. Prizes will be given for the best dressed in each Sunday School class. A committee will be working to decorate the church sanctuary in western style for the big day on Sunday.
The "Calvary Quartet" will be singing in the morning worship services prior to the pastor's sermon.
There will be a big barbecued rib dinner at noon, cooked by Bill Crenshaw and his helpers. Church members and others attending are asked to bring the side dishes to complete the dinner. Members have also been encouraged to invite their friends, relatives, neighbors and co-workers to come to the service, enjoy good fellowship and good food, and see what the church is like.
There will be four nights of special revival services starting this Sunday evening at 6 o'clock with Charles Murphy of Clinton, Okla., pastor of the Clinton Free Will Baptist Church.

FAMILY LIVING

Xi Zeta Lambda Begins Year With Pool Party

Xi Zeta Lambda closed its summer activities with Beginning Day, held Aug. 29, a pool party at the home of Melva Keen, president. Members brought their favorite salads to share.
Summer activities began with the Past President's Party, held May 23, to thank Phyllis Pledger fora job "well done." Members took a trip to the Pawnee Bill Museum; had lunch at Miss Lilly's Tea Room in Stillwater, and took a tour of historical Guthrie.
It was a well-planned trip," said member Dottie Johnstone, "until it was decided to stop at Guthries's cemetery to visit the grave of the infamous Elmer McGurty. Upon leaving, members found the gates shut and locked. But with the modern convenience of the cellular phone and the help of a fellow inmate, who just happeened to know the phone number of the local authorities, we were granted an early release."
The next item on the chapter's summer schedule was a shopping trip to Stroud June 1 to honor the chapter Girl of the Year, Karen Baurichter. A breakfast stop was made at Braum's in Stillwater enroute and a return stop was made at Appleby's in Stillwater for dinner.
The men's social was planned and executed by the Xi Zeta Lambda Auxiliary June 29. Committee members were Herb Neal, Mel Mallory, Kenneth Jackson and Danny Johnstone. Members were honored with a cookout at Evans' picnic grounds. Horseshoes, playing "what was called volleyball," and conversation were highlights of the evening. Guests were Don and Jerry Wolfe.
July 13 found the chapter at Herb and Tobie Neal's dock on Lake Ponca for yet another cookout. Special cooks for the evening were Judy Mallory, Tobie Neal and Judy Watt. Captain Larry Logan brought his pontoon, assisted by his first mate, Lila Logan. A moonlight cruise highlighted the evening. Mrs. Logan gave a demonstration of the 'fine art of being a good homemaker' by waiting on all the men," Mrs. Johnstone advised.
"Aug. 18 found us again on the water or, in most cases, in the water," said Mrs. Johnstone. A float trip, beginning below Kaw Dam and ending at the home of Van and Jeannine Gemmill, was held. The evening closed with another cookout around their pool. "All went as well planned except for a few minor and maybe not-so-minor injuries," Mrs. Johnstone added.
The first business meeting of the new club year will be held Sept. 5 in the home of Nida Austin, who will also be in charge of the program.

Dallas Helmet, Country Quilt Among Silent Auction items

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
An autographed Dallas Cowboy football helmet, a gold cross and a hand-crafted country quilt by Opportunity Center clients, with a minimum bid of $2,600, are just a few of the items offered at the silent auction of the Cherokee Strip Golf Classic.
The items are on display at the Ponca City Country Club, where the 35th annual tourney is being played. Heading up the committee for this event are Barbara Monn and Joan Auld.
The bids will close at 6 p.m. Saturday, and successful bidders will be announced at the Saturday evening program. All proceeds go to the Opportunity Center for Retarded Children's Foundation.
Additional bid items are a Cozumel condo package, a Tan-Tar-A package, Mazatlan condo, Remington Park Suite, Dallas Cowboy tickets, a Dallas weekend, several autographed and framed photos of golfers, pearl earrings, golf wreaths, and much more.
Events this evening, following the first day of play of the pro-am golf tourney, include entertainment by "Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley" in the lounge and dancing to "Smilin' Vic and the Soul Monkeys" in the ballroom.
Saturday's Activities
The last round of play at the tourney is slated for Saturday, with shotgun tee-off times in both the morning and afternoon.
Following the ladies' luncheon in the Ballroom, an "exciting Fall Fashion Show" is slated with models and dancer models. The event is chaired by Debbie Knauss, who will be mistress of ceremonies.
Stores participating in the style show include John's Apparel, J.C. Penny's and Moore's Clothing. Door prizes will be given, including a 35th anniversary charm featuring the "Happy Warrior," the tournament logo.
Dancers/models are Mea Alexander, Justin Backhaus, Cody Grogan, Anna Heagy, Brandon Knauss, Christina Knauss, Allison Pickens and Clair Winterrowd.
Other models are Sue Boettcher, Joan Brown, Ardetha Connelly, Holly Harpster, Hillary Harpster, Donna Harrison, Amanda Howard, Camilla Howard, Georgia Howard, Bobby Knauss, Judy McClung, Linda Rogers, Donna Smith, Jeff Smith and Calyn Snell.
Awards for the tournament are to be presented Saturday evening. Guy Clark will be master of ceremonies. Awards will be presented by Ponca City Country Club golf professional Rich Maril.
Entertainment the last evening is by "Irresistible," and The Big Chill from Dallas. Barry Bickle and Jay Snell have the charge of the evening's entertainment
A number of life-size cardboard cutouts are featured throughout the club and stars are featured everywhere.Patty Allen headed up the decoration committee.

P.M. Quilt Guild Members Assemble Donation Quilt

P.M. Patches and Pieces Quilt Guild held their August meeting at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Monday.
The meeting was called to order by Terry Stekly, president, with 22 members answering roll call. The proposed budget for 1996-97 was accepted.
Winners of door prizes were Mary Buesing, Rose Coffee, Ona Atnip, Faith Kalback, Nancy Bright and Alice Wiederich. It was reported the Guild will have a booth at the Kay County Fair in Blackwell.
Ruth Zachary distributed packets for the Mystery Quilt. The program for September will be "Colorwash Quilts," presented by Dot Brinkman and Suzanne Brown.
Show and Share included a Keepsake Challenge Quilt by Judy Wohletz. Mary Alice Sinton made a quilt depicting her vacation in Wyoming, and Terry Stekly showed a small quilt from blocks of the month from the previous year. Margaretta Rains displayed a small butterfly quilt she made while on vacation in Sweden, and Deloris Pickens showed her equilateral triangle quilt.
The meeting adjourned and members worked on assembling the donation quilt for next year. Refreshments were served by Faith Kalback and Terry Stekly.
One visitor was present at the meeting. Anyone who wishes to learn to make a quilt or just share in the camaraderie of quilting friends is welcome to attend Guild meetings on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2800 Turner Road.

Little News

Tim and Wanda Stein, 814 North Third Street, announce the birth of a son, Hunter Keith Stein, at 2:29 p.m., Aug. 27, 1996, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8 pounds and 7 ounces, and was 213/4 inches in length. He joins a sister, Courtney Nicole, 41/2, and a brother, Jeremy Ray, 11/2.
Maternal grandparents are Keith and Sue Behara of Ponca City. Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Billye Stein, also of Ponca City. Great-grandparents are Bernard Behara, Ponca City; Dorothy Stein, Leo and Alice Barber, all of Ponca City; and the late Bonneta Hill and the late Gladys Barber. Great-great-grandparents include Pansey Beck of Fay, Okla., and the late Katherine Tipton.

John and Amy Dungan, 2900 North Union, announce the birth of a son, Matthew Elijah Dungan, at 1:54 a.m., Aug. 30., 1996, at Blackwell Regional Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds and 3 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
Maternal grandparents are Jack and Jan McGuire of Columbia, Ill. Paternal grandparents are Wally and Connie Dungan of Ponca City. Great-grandparents are George and Shirley McGuire, Alfred and Betty Hale, Frieda Dungan and Bob and Pat Bessler.

DEATHS

Arry Lee Taylor

FAIRFAX - Arry Lee Taylor, longtime Fairfax resident, died Thursday morning, Sept. 7, 1996, at the Pawnee (Okla.) Municipal Hospital. He was 85.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Chapel in Fairfax with the Rev. Don Reed and the Rev. Jerry Silva, officiating. Burial will follow in Fairfax Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9 p.m. today.
Arry Lee Taylor was born March 22, 1911, in Havana, Ark., the son of Joe and Hattie (Tapp) Taylor.
He was married to Dorothy Parker on July 28, 1928, in Waveland, Ark., and later moved to Fairfax, where he owned and operated the Taylor Service Station for 45 years. He retired in 1973. Taylor was a member of the Fairfax Church of the Nazarene.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Norma) Crenshaw of Fairfax and Jo Carroll of Edmond; two sisters, Vera Ross of Boonesville, Ark., and Dora Harmon of Redding, Calif.; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Casket bearers will be R.J. Carroll Jr., Jeffery Carroll, Rick Crenshaw, Warren Primeaux, David Voorhees, and Willie McInturf.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Taylor's name to the American Cancer Society, 2233 N.W. 39th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73100.
The family will be at the Jack Crenshaw home in Fairfax.

Mary L. Maddox

Mary L. Bailey Maddox, Ponca City resident, died Wednesday evening, Sept. 4, 1996, at the Blackwell Nursing Home. She was 83.
The funeral will be held graveside at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Ponca City IOOF Cemetery with the Rev. Buddy Boland, pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today at Grace Memorial Chapel.
Mary L. Bailey was born March 12, 1913, at Bement, Ill., the daughter of George O. and Ennie (Reed) Hoffmire. She was united in marriage to Glenn A. Bailey in Illinois in September 1934, and the couple made their home near Decatur, Ill. Mr. Bailey preceded her in death in 1966.
On July 19, 1984, she was married to Clifford C. Maddox at Arkansas City, Kan. and the couple established their home in Ponca City. Mrs. Maddox was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church and the VFW Auxiliary. Her hobbies included crocheting and embroidery.
Survivors include two daughters, Kathryn Hays of Ponca City and Mrs. David (Jo Ann) Benrexi of Pittsburgh, Pa.; two sons, Robert Bailey and Stephen Bailey, both of Ponca City; 22 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by both husbands; one grandson; and one great-grandson.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Maddox's name to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601.

Services Pending

Homer D. Hadden Jr.

Homer D. Hadden Jr., former Ponca City area resident, died Friday, Sept. 6, 1996, at the Life Care Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home and will be announced later.

NEWS BRIEFS

Artists Wanted - The Oklahoma City Arts Council is now taking applications for artists who want to participate in the 1997 Festival of Arts juried show April 22-27 at Festival Plaza in downtown Oklahoma City. Applications will be accepted through Sept. 30 for two and three dimensional works. Only 144 fine-artists will be selected to exhibit. Call (405) 270-4848 for an application or further information.

Retirees' Picnic - Conoco Retirees Association will hold a picnic Monday from 4-9 p.m. at Lake Ponca Park shelter houses No. 1 and 2. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish: A-H, dessert; I-R, salad or relish tray, and S-Z, vegetable dishes. CRA will furnish meat, bread, tea, water and paper goods. Bring own lawn chairs. For more information, call Phyllis Kennedy, 762-3642.

Departs on Deployment - Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Don R. Hand, son of Rod Hand of Ponca City, has departed on a six-month deployment aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea. Hand is one of more than 360 sailors on board the ship who departed their homeport of Mayport, Fla., to support the NATO-peace implementation forces operating in the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. Hand and fellow crew members spent last year training for a variety of situations they might encounter during the deployment. Hand, a 1986 graduate of Ponca City High School, joined the Navy in November 1987.

Roundup Club - Marland Roundup Club will meet tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the Marland Rodeo grounds. A board meeting will be held at 7 p.m. The upcoming Junior Rodeo, slated Sept. 28, will be discussed.

See Olympic Gymnasts - See World Olympic Gymnast Champs Sept. 29, in Oklahoma City. Tickets available through Pioneer Bank Primetimers. Call Kate Morton at 762-5651.

Picnic Scheduled - The Pepperettes will have their picnic on Sunday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Fifth Street Park. Eighth grade representatives will be elected.

Abandoned Bike - A woman in the 1700 block of North Sixth Street found an abandoned bike and notified the Ponca City Police Department at 10:13 a.m. Thursday to report it was at the car wash. Animal Control was advised and to bring the bike to the police department.

Accident - A Ponca City police officer took a report of an accident at East Albany Avenue and North Fifth Street at 11:32 a.m. Thursday.

Collision - A Ponca City police officer took a report of an accident at East South Avenue and South Twelfth Street at 11:34 a.m. Thursday.

Larceny - A man in the 300 block of South Pine Street notified the Ponca City Police Department at 1:51 p.m. Thursday that his lawn mower was stolen. The victim located his mower at a neighbor's house. An officer took a grand larceny report and brought the lawn mower to the police department.

Arrested -A Ponca City police officer arrested a 20-year-old man from the police department at 1:54 p.m. Thursday on a city warrant for phone harassment.

Forged Check - An employee from a business in the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street requested an officer pick up a forged check. An officer took a report.

Bike Stolen - A Ponca City police officer took a report at 6:20 p.m. Thursday of two bikes reportedly stolen from the 900 block of West Grand Avenue.

Subject Held - A 16-year-old boy, charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, resisting arrest and driving under the influence, was arrested by a Ponca City police officer at South Pine Street and West South Avenue at 6:58 p.m. Thursday.

In Custody - A Ponca City police officer took a 28-year-old man into custody in the 600 block of South Osage Street at 10:58 p.m. Thursday for public intoxication and a city warrant for tampering with the electric service. An officer took a report.

Arrested - A 24-year-old man was arrested by a Ponca City police officer at 2:42 a.m. Friday in the 400 block of South Fourteenth Street for driving under the influence, speeding and no drivers' license. A report was taken by an officer.

EDUCATION

PTC Wins Hall of Honor Award

Pioneer Technology Center recently received the Hall of Honor award from the Oklahoma Vocational-Technical Education Council (OVTEC).
This is the first year for PTC to receive this award. The Hall of Honor award is to recognize five area vo-tech schools for innovative and unique significant achievements or contributions benefiting students and community during the current school year.
The Hall of Honor award was achieved when Ponca City Public Schools and Pioneer Technology Center decided to collaborate in a joint venture to help solve the problem of keeping nearly 30 percent of at-risk students in school.
The development of the partnership brought about an alternative class that provides for extremely at-risk students directing them toward careers. Students have the opportunity to explore programs at PTC to help them become more focused in a career option.
Dr. Bill White, Ponca City Public Schools superintendent, hired counselor, Linda Arner, who is housed full- time at PTC to help with the students.
"I am extremely proud of my students and all they have achieved. To think they might have been dropouts is a devastating thought," Arner explained.
Ponca City schools and PTC are also serving students in Kay County through the GED program that is also housed at PTC.
"Great things can happen when educational institutions can come together," said Dr. Sally Downey, PTC assistant superintendent of daytime operations. "We are very proud of this recognition, especially when we all work together for the success of our students."

Mathematics Important In Daily LIfe

By KRISTI GRABEAL
News Education Editor
Mathematics is quite apparent in many aspects of our lives. By learning mathematics, we learn how much to tip people, how long a trip will take and how to keep track of our checking accounts.
But today's mathematics is more than just memorizing those multiplication tables. It includes logical thinking, reasoning and communication. We must learn all of this in order to succeed in this technological age.
Recently, the state Board of Education voted to require students graduating in the year 2000, to take three years of mathematics in high school and most school officials agree with the state. According to them, mathematics still causes a problem with many children.
During the 1995-96 school year, students took standardized tests including the subjects of reading, language, mathematics, social studies and science. Of all these areas, mathematics was the lowest area. By adding a third year requirement in mathematics for high school students, officials hope to strengthen the future of our country.

Junior Class Selling Mums For '96 Po-Hi Homecoming

By Kristi Grabeal
News Education Editor
Oct. 11 has been set for Ponca City's Homecoming. This year, the junior class will be selling mums to cover their cost of putting on the After Prom Party to be held in May.
The junior class will be selling the corsages before home football games along with removable tattoos and face paintings.
This years mums will be white and red and blue ribbons can be special-ordered with football player's numbers, or other unique decorations representing cheerleaders, band members, or Hi-Steppers.
Homecoming mums will go on sale tonight during the first football game of the season. Special orders can be made by calling Betty Lindsay at 765-2093. All junior parents are asked to make a donation to help with this event. Donations can be mailed to Natalie Lindsay at 55 Stoneridge, Ponca City, OK 74604. Checks should be made payable to the Ponca City High School Junior Class.

School Board Regular Meeting Set for Monday

The Ponca City Board of Education will meet Monday night, September 9, at 6:30 at the Ponca City Administration Building.
Items planned on being discussed include: fund raising projects, gift's, treasurer's report, activity funds, encumbrances and change orders, analysis reports and alternative programs.
Color charts for tile and carpet for the new Lincoln Elementary School will be on display at the administration building from 5:30-6:30 pm. All patrons are welcome to preview the materials on display.
The Ponca City Board of Education meets twice a month to discuss problems and concerns happening in local schools.

Grabeal Named Education Editor

The Ponca City News has named Kristi Grabeal as its new education editor.
Grabeal replaces Gretchen Kelle who resigned to continue her education at the University of Oklahoma where she is pursuing a master's degree in mass communications.
Grabeal, a native of Guymon, comes to The News from KPOC-TV where she has been news anchor and reporter since February. Prior to that she worked as news director for KGYN radio in Guymon and served as a staff writer for The Panhandle Times.
The new education editor attended Panhandle State University where she majored in English and Writing and minored in journalism and Spanish.
Foster Johnson, managing editor said, "We look forward to having Kristi cover the education beat in north central Oklahoma. We urge all educators to contact Kristi with their school-related news."
The News education desk can be reached at 765-3311, Monday through Friday.

Back to School Night Sept. 16 For Mid-High Students, Parents

Monday night, Sept. 16, there will be a "Back to School Night" at the Ponca City Mid-High School. This special evening will welcome students and their parents to the school.
The first meeting will be held from 6:30-7 p.m. in the Ralph Lester Auditorium. Then starting at 7:10 participants will meet as follows:
1st Period..........7:10-7:25
2nd Period..........7:31-7:41
3rd Period..........7:47-7:57
4th Period..........8:03-8:13
5th Period..........8:19-8:29
6th Period..........8:35-8:45
Parents of students who are enrolled in a sports activity listed below will meet as indicated:
Cross Country (Chaney, Parker, Howard) - (204)
9th Football (Chronister, Larimer, Wilson) - (219)
8th Football (English, Parent) - (A200)
Girls Tennis (Lambring) - (207)
Softball and Volleyball will take place at the high school with coaches.
Refreshments will also be served in the cafeteria throughout the evening courtesy of PTSA.

SPORTS

Purse For Strip Pros Increased

One half of the field of 42 five-man teams teed off under cloudy skies this morning to kick off the 35th annual Cherokee Strip Golf Classic at the Ponca City Country Club.
The other half of the pro-am field tees it up this afternoon. The two groups then reverse starting times for Saturday's final round.
The 42 pros will be vying for a larger purse in celebration of the tournament's 35th anniversary. The total pro purse is $20,000 with $4,000 going to the winner.
The professionals, mostly club pros, come from as close as Ponca City and as far away as Arizona.
The Ponca City pro players include the Country Club's Rich Maril (head club pro) and Jim Martinez (assistant pro). Also, Bill Delaney and Rod Murray.
They top a field of 29 pros from Oklahoma. Edmond has one of the largest contingents. They include Steve Ball, former Ponca Citian Chuck Coatney, Mike McQuain, Cliff Merritt, Glen Rose and Allen Shelly.
The Oklahoma City entries include another former Ponca Citian, Tim McGraw, Ab Justice and Mike Stewart.
Blackwell is represented by Jim and Wade Golden along with Kevin Brown. Others are Jeff McMillian of Stillwater, Dean Ohley of Muskogee, Bryan Reed of Norman, Mike Stallings and Lance Tate of Cushing, Darren Watts of Bethany, Jerry Benedict and Craig Cozby of Bartlesville, John Bizik of Grove Carl Higgins of McAlester, Spike Kelley of Shawnee and J.P. Kelly of Sapulpa.
Kansas is also well represented with Doug Atherly, Don Farquhar, Greg Jones and Rick Nuckolls of Wichita. Winfield has Mike Fluty and Mike Hammond. Rich Venus is from Ark City, Dan Rooney from Topeka and Jim Kane from Kansas City.
Jeff Marrow is from Midlands, Texas, and Greg Rowe of Siloam Springs, Ark.
The Arizona visitors are Bob Augustine of Scottsdale and Paul Carrielle of Paradise Valley.

Sneath and the Slappers? Softballers Dominate Jenks

By DAVID BROWN
News Associate Sports Editor
Just call them Kara Sneath and the Slappers. Ponca City's Lady Wildcat softballers used the power of Sneath and the high percentage slap hitting of Alana Smith, Julie Schiltz and Marie Wilson to sweep past Jenks here Thursday, 8-2 and 8-0.

Senior catcher Sneath "went yard" with a solo home run in the first inning of the first game and later uncorked an RBI triple in the nightcap as the Cats won the first game in the sixth on the time limit and took the second game in a five-inning run-rule.

But more important than Sneath's power was the consistent hitting from Smith, Schiltz and Wilson, who used the "slap" nearly exclusively in combining to go 10-for-15 in the two games. They were also hit by a pitch twice and drew a pair of walks.
For those unfamiliar with the term, the slap is when the batter steps into the back of the batter's box from the left side, runs forward and towards first on the pitch and either lays down a bunt or uses a full swing to power the ball through the infield.
With her blazing speed, freshman outfielder Smith excels at the slap and went 3-for-4 in the first game with an RBI and 1-for-3 in the second.
Schiltz was also a productive slap hitter against Jenks and was 2-for-2 in the nightcap using the technique. She also drove in a run on a fielder's choice in the opener with the slap.

Batting normally from the right side where she has more power, Schiltz had a two-RBI single in the fourth inning of the first game that helped break the game open, turning a 3-2 lead into a 5-2 advantage.

Ponca City scored six times in the bottom of the fourth after Jenks plated two in the top of the frame to tie the contest at 2-all.
Wilson used the slap extensively in the doubleheader and ended up 2-for-3 in the first game with an RBI in the fourth and was 1-for-1 in the second game with an RBI, a walk and was also hit by a pitch.
Wilson led off the pivotal fourth inning of the opener with a single, was sacrificed to second by Nikki Andrews and then scored on a single by Lendsi Boyd for a 3-2 lead.
With two outs, Smith singled in Boyd and then Sarah Pameticky stroked a base hit and Sneath walked to load the bases for Schiltz, whose single plated two runs.
Courtesy runner Renee Diebold later stole home and Wilson's second base hit of the frame scored Schiltz to complete the six-run outburst.
Schiltz picked up the win to improve to 6-3 on the season. She allowed just one earned run on four hits with no walks, six strikeouts and two hit batsmen.
Jamie Bellinghausen allowed Jenks just one hit in the nightcap while striking out four and walking none in five innings of work. Her record is now 8-6.
Offensively, the Poncans scored twice in the first, once in the second and third innings, three times in the fourth and once in the fifth.
Schiltz and Wilson each drove in a run in the first. Boyd walked and later scored on a wild pitch in the second and Boyd had an RBI single in the third.
Pameticky singled to begin the fourth inning and Sneath tripled her in. Robbi Coffelt added an RBI groundout and Andrews drove in a run with a single.
In the fifth, head coach Roydon Tilley substituted some of his younger players and they came through. Sophomore Diebold led off with a double and freshman Gena Osborn drove in the run-rule run with a one-out single.
The 14-9 Lady Wildcats now head to the Hall of Fame Festival in Oklahoma City for a game tonight against second-ranked Yukon and then three more games Saturday against Choctaw. Western Heights and Westmoore.

Tonight's High School Football

Ponca City Hosts Tulsa East Central
Where: Sullins Stadium
When: Kickoff at 7:30 p.m.
Rankings: Neither team is ranked in the top 10
Records: Both teams are 0-0.
Last Year: Did not play
Injuries: None new for Wildcats.
Importance: Season opener for both teams. Both coaches feel a quick, successful start is important. First of three new non-district opponents for the Wildcats
Radio: WBBZ (1230 AM), Ponca City.
Weather: Partly cloudy with the temperature in the upper 80s
Outlook: Ponca City is scheduled to unveil a new, improved offense sparked by a strong running game. East Central offers a big play offense. Predictions: Tulsa World 20-14 Ponca, Daily Oklahoman 16-13 East Central.

Wildcats More Than Ready for First Foe

By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Head football coach Rick Sodowsky feels the Wildcats are more than ready for the season opening game against Tulsa East Central here tonight. The kickoff is set for 7:30.
But Sodowsky and his staff still have more questions than answers about how well this team will do on the field.
Based on practices and the two preseason scrimmages, Sodowsky is confident his offense will be able to move the ball.
The only doubt is about how consistent the offense will be throughout the game.
The Wildcat defense is a big question mark.
Sodowsky is concerned about how well his defensive middle will hold up, especially since those players will see considerable action.
"David Newland and Aaron Kreger will definitely play the first series on both sides of the ball." Sodowsky said.
The defensive tackles also anchor the right side of the offensive line.
Nose guard Ryan Chapman will also see action at the left offensive tackle behind Jason Fowler. Jason Shelton starts at offensive guard but will also help with the defensive line depth.
Linebackers Stockton Graves and Chance Throop also play fullback on offense.
"However, they alternate at fullback, so that should give them somewhat of a breather," Sodowsky notes.
The defensive ends are Billy and Wes Swygert. Wes is also a starting wide receiver while Billy is one of three tailbacks who will be in and out on offense. Backup defensive end Ryan Treadway is a starter at tight end
One of the bigger questions for the Poncans will be the secondary. Although East Central likes to run the football, anyone who paid attention at the Wildcat scrimmages will try to throw on the Cats' rebuilt secondary.
Sodowsky and secondary coach Jerry Hill have made some changes during the final week of practice. Dennis Shields (who will start at tailback) and blue-chip prospect Marlon Guess (a wide receiver) will start on the corners with Anthony Tillman (another wide receiver) in the mix. Chad Taylor (backup quarterback) and Zac Hardesty (receiver) are at the safeties.
The only real question on offense is sophomore quarterback Eric Michael, who has shown well in practice and in scrimmages, but this will be his first big test.
"The offense is really looking forward to its first REAL game," Sodowsky said.
"Our pads camp was really for the offensive linemen, the offense also got most of the work in Nebraska, so they are ready to take on someone else."
While the coaches feel the Cats have enough weapons to move the ball effectively, Sodowsky is of two minds about how quickly he wants the ball to move.
All during preseason he has said he likes the long, on-the-ground, time-consuming drives. Yet, he knows that kind of sustained drive will take something out of the linemen who must then switch to defense.
The Cats have more depth than in years past in their linemen, with players like Nick Steichen, Cory Burkett, Robert Warrior and Steve Bogadi (who starts at center) able to step in with no loss of talent. But all of that depth will be used and how well the players are able to respond late in the game could hold the key to the Poncans' success.
Another major question for the Cats is the kicking game.
"You do not replace someone like Chad Hacker (quarterback-place kicker-punter last season) easily," Sodowsky sighs.
The coach has a good start however, going to another soccer player, Hardesty, for the place kicking chores. The punter will be Matt Stuemky. Both are first-timers.
"We are aiming for height on our punts right now," Sodowsky said, "because we are not going to get the distance we're used to, at least for right now."
But Sodowsky still contends this team is still far in front of where last year's team was at this stage.
"That's another reason we need to test ourselves against someone now,"said the second-year head coach.

5A East Central To Get Taste of 6A in Opener

By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Tulsa East Central may be going up to Class 6A football in two years, so the Cardinals will get a taste of the state's largest class tonight with a trip to Ponca City.
It is not a move head football coach Jeff Adams is very pleased with at this stage of the season.
"We've got people hurt, people ineligible and our numbers are down," Adams complained as he prepared his team for the season opener.
On the surface, opposing coaches may find it hard to feel sorry for the Cardinals. East Central has only six starters back from last season's 8-3 team. But most of those are seniors who got to see some action.
The Cardinals broke from the gate in 1995 with four straight wins before stumbling on the fifth weekend of play to McAlester. They finished 8-2 on the regular season, placing third in District 5A-4. They then lost in the first round of the playoffs.
The Cardinals changed their non-district schedule picking up Ponca City instead of playing Cushing in the opener.
"This is a little bit of a step up," Adams said. "We are going to have our hands full.
"We're a little anxious about meeting Ponca City because we don't know that much about them. From what I've seen, they are big, physical and have good team speed.
"We just hope to keep it close. From what I've seen on film, Ponca City is the better team. We'll have to play hard to have a chance."
While the numbers may be down slightly, East Central is far from devoid of talent.
The Cardinals have two of the better running backs in the Tulsa area as Ennis Robinson (6-0, 195 senior) and Riccardo Wells (5-10, 173 junior) return to head the Cardinals' offense.
Defensively, the Cards returns both linebackers, Derek Breshears (5-11, 205 junior) and Jason Stevens (5-1, 180 senior) along with safety Chris Canada.
The 6-3, 190-pound Canada will also be the starting quarterback.
Also, tackle Berbon Hamilton (6-1, 230 senior) is the only returnee on the offensive line and that has caused Adams some concern.

Area Football

Pawnee at Woodland, 7:30
Billings at Shidler, 7:00
Tonkawa at Ed. Deer Creek, 7:30
Blackwell at Alva, 7:30
Morrison at Waukomis, 7:30
DCLA at Sharon-Mutual, 7:30
Ponca City JV at Newkirk, 7:30 (Sat.)

Ninth Grade Tennis Opens

WINFIELD, Kan. - Ponca City's ninth grade girls tennis team broke in two for the Winfield Invitational Thursday with the Blue team recording a second place finish and the Red team taking sixth in the seven-team field.
Ark City won the tourney with 22 points while the Ponca City Blue and Winfield tied for second with 16 points. Wichita Collegiate tallied 13 points, Independence 12, Ponca City Red 4 and Wellington had 2 points.
For the Blue team, Mea Alexander was fourth in No. 1 singles and Allison Stotts placed third in No. 2 singles. The No. 1 doubles team of Shawna Rolland and Claire Winterrowd was second as was the No. 2 team of Katie Mulligan and Katie Rutherford.
For the Red, Gina Smith was sixth in No. 1 singles and Julie Wittmer fifth in No. 2 singles. The No. 1 doubles team of Amy Summers and Raisa Durrani finished seventh and the No. 2 team of Karley Merrifield and Marcie Wilkerson was sixth.
Up next, the Poncans travel to Stillwater Tuesday for dual action.

Tailgate Party

The Ponca City High School Quarterback Club tailgate party will be held late this afternoon from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the practice field south of Sullins Stadium, with the club serving hamburgers. A silent auction for National Football League memorabilia will also be available. Tickets are $4.

Frontier Ends Slide

RED ROCK - Frontier's Mustangs broke a four-game losing streak Thursday afternoon by walloping Braman 14-4 in the second game of a doubleheader here.
Braman won the opener 6-3, scoring four runs in the final frame of a five-inning game.
The Mustangs found their long ball in the second game. Josh Regnier and Nolan Grand each had two doubles and triple while Kevin Fillmore and Jeremiah Regnier each had two-baggers in Frontier's 10-hit attack.
Jeremy Williams got the win.