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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Wednesday, September 23, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALRural Fire Departments Receive Grants From Legislative Funding Rural Fire Departments Receive Grants From Legislative FundingBy MARK GALVIN News Staff Writer NEWKIRK — It’s money — and it beats a bean supper. Area rural firefighters received a little annual assistance this week from the Northern Oklahoma Development Authority (NODA) with grant money to 10 separate fire departments. NODA officials Larry Tipps and Larry Zerger of Enid, along with State Rep. Jim Reese of Nardin, conducted a grant award ceremony at the Kay County Courthouse this week to provide each department with $2,261.90 in operational money. The grants go statewide to fire departments that depend either fully or partially on volunteer firefighters. County Commissioner Wayne Leven of Newkirk, who represents the county on the NODA board, said the grants are handy and they reflect a change in philosophy at the state level during recent years. “I remember not more than nine years ago, the checks were $265,” Leven said. He said the state legislature increased the funding for operational grants a few years ago after a rash of fires called attention to the work accomplished by the rural firefighters. “The legislators saw the need and saw the ability of the volunteer firefighters to protect property and to protect lives,” Leven said. The grants, which help repair pumps and replace tires, are appreciated, he said, because “these guys are used to working off nothing — you know, anything above bean suppers and other fundraisers.” Jim Reese, who presented the grant checks to the individual departments, said he knows the value of the rural fire departments “because I also live 16 miles from a municipal.” NODA rural fire defense coordinator Larry Zerger said the grants derive from a yearly appropriation of $1.9 million by the state legislature divided evenly to 840 fire departments of towns and districts with under 10,000 population. In Kay County, the grantees are Blackwell, Braman, the Dale Township Fire District, Kaw City, Kildare, Newkirk, Peckham Fire District, Ranch Drive Fire District, Tonkawa and the 106 Fire District. Nearly NewsWith actor Gene McFall, Will Rogers imitator, being a part of the ceremonies for the reopening of the Pioneer Woman Museum Saturday, a side note to mind. Rogers, who was a part of the Pioneer Woman Statue dedication in 1930, stayed overnight at that time at the Alma Miller home at 201 South Eighth Street, now owned by Phil and Ann Bandy. While he was here, Rogers reportedly sat on the porch with his typewriter and pecked out his national daily newspaper column for the day right from Ponca City. Motorists may want to stay away from an area of 400 block of East Grand early Thursday. The street will be closed from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Thursday, while Stolhand Heat and Air will be setting air conditioning units on the roof of Smith Home Furniture. The outside lane for east bound traffic will be open. All efforts will be made to have one person at the location to assist with traffic. No wonder it was cool this morning. It’s autumn! Fall officially arrived at 12:37 a.m. Looks like the long hot summer is behind us. Has anybody else had tree frogs show up since the rains returned? One NN correspondent had a little sticky-toed visitor climbing the patio glass door. SJRMC Volunteer Orientation Thursday“Volunteers are the Star of the Show” was the theme of the Wednesday Forum held at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center Sept. 16. Kathy Turner, SJRMC Volunteer Services Coordinator, presented a slide show that highlighted the role hospital volunteers play in carrying out SJRMC’s mission through the core values — Community, Competence, Service, Human Dignity and Vision. Volunteers were encouraged to bring a friend who was interested in learning about volunteering at the medical center. A New Volunteer Orientation will be held at the medical center Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Conference Room C for those interested in volunteering at SJRMC. “All volunteers must attend an orientation before they can volunteer at the hospital,” Turner said. “Anyone who is interested in volunteering at St. Joseph’s now or in the near future is invited and encouraged to attend. Attending is a good way to learn about our volunteer organization, but does not obligate anyone to sign up.” Anyone interested in attending the orientation or would like to have the slide program presented to their civic organization or church group can call the Volunteer Services office at 765-0508. NOC Learning Site Initiative May Be Heading to Area in Ponca CityTONKAWA — A new learning site initiative with possible sites in Ponca City, and the Panhandle, may be in the offing for Northern Oklahoma College. During the Board of Regents meeting Sept. 16, that situation was brought up by Northern’s President Dr. Joe Kinzer. Dr. Kinzer reported to the regents, that two representatives from the National Center for Higher Education would be on campus Sept. 28 to discuss the new learning site initiatives. The new sites would provide access to baccalaureate and graduate level courses in the area. The regents, with all members present at the president’s conference room, other reports from the executive officers were made. A report on the internal audit and allocation requests also was presented to the regents. Dee Niles, senior account manager for Peat Marwick Main and Company, presented the internal audit report for fiscal year 1998. The audit concluded that Northern Oklahoma College was following state and federal policies and procedures. Dr. Kinzer reported that official notification had been received in August from the North Central Association on continued accreditation and that the next comprehensive evaluation was scheduled for 2007-08. Dr. Kinzer also presented drawings of a proposed improvement to the facade of the library administration building. Dr. Roger Stacy, vice president for academic affairs, reported that 2,521 students had enrolled for the fall semester in comparison to 2,330 last year. Stacy announced that Northern had been selected as a service center for the Western Governor’s University and that the Association of Collegiate Business Programs and Schools would be holding a regional meeting on campus Oct. 1 and 2. Marion Tucker, vice president for information systems, reported that enrollment in the Multi-Media and Digital Communications program has grown to some 32 majors in fall 1998 compared to 12 in the fall of 1997. Tucker also reported a total of 284 students enrolled in MMDC courses. She also announced that the new computer lab with 40 machines in Wilkin Hall was now open and that 25 machines had been installed in the honors dorm. Mick Weiberg, vice president for student affairs, reported that more female students were living on campus than males and that the women’s residence halls were occupied to 95 percent capacity and the men’s residence halls were occupied to 97 percent capacity. Weiberg also pointed out that with the addition of a new student activities director more quality activities were being organized resulting in more students staying on campus on weekends. Dr. Ed Vineyard, dean of instruction on the Enid campus, reported that fall enrollment was up in Enid. He reported that student clubs were active and that Northern’s Enid faculty had manned a booth at the Garfield County fair. The board accepted the resignation of William Bennett, security, and approved the employment of Bob Dye for that position. Curtis Jackson, vice president for financial affairs, presented financial reports for July and August and allocation requests for Section 13 funding for laserjet printers, Intel pentium processors, a Poise software and hardware upgrade, an LCD projector and metal building components for the horse barn. The board approved the financial reports and allocation requests. The next meeting was set for Oct. 21 at 4 p.m. Games Workshop Planned Oct 2 and 3 at Camp McFaddenGames People Play is a 10-hour workshop being offered by Child Care Resource and Referral on Friday, Oct. 2, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Camp McFadden. The workshop is designed for teachers of all ages, counselors, child care providers, mental health providers, youth ministers — anyone who works with people of any age. The cost of the workshop, if registered and paid before Sept. 25, will be $10; after Sept. 25 the cost will be $25 as well as at the workshop. Goals of Games People Play are to teach teamwork, self-confidence, problem solving abilities, trust, goals setting, build self-esteem and more. This is achieved through games of acceptance, cooperation, and sharing designed to bring people together and emphasis challenge rather than competition. The games provide challenge, stimulation, success and fun and are created and played in order to build and communicate trust. This is done by providing the opportunity to express aggressive or hostile behavior in a safe context. Byron Tribble and Terri Wilson will be the facilitators for the weekend and lunch and snacks will be provided. It is suggested that all participants wear comfortable clothing and be ready to play. Checks are to be made payable to Northern Oklahoma Youth Services and mailed to Connie Schones, R & R Coordinator, 415 West Grand, Ponca City, OK 74601. For additional information, contact Schones, 762-8341. Child Care Resource and Referral is a program of Northern Oklahoma Youth Services, a United Way agency. LettersNot Everyone AgreesThe article published in Friday Sept. 18 edition of The News about the fairgoers poll that was conducted at the Kay County Fair Republican booth certainly does not speak for many of the citizens of this county and I do not think a headline that “Fairgoers Favor Clinton Leaving The Presidency” is a fair statement. Many more fairgoers did not visit the Republican booth than did. True, nothing said they had to mark the boxes at the end of the paper they were registering for a drawing on but what a great opportunity to get the most interested GOP party members to participate in a poll that no one should be surprised at the outcome given where they were at the time. The headline might have more honestly read, “Fairgoers who visited the GOP booth Favor Clinton Leaving the Presidency.” After all the attention through the media I doubt this would be news to anyone. I very much resent, as a Kay Countian who attended “The Kay County Free Fair” but did not visit the GOP booth, being included in such a slanted depiction of Kay County and the Heartland. Maybe no one wants to admit it but there are many who favor the President staying in the office that the majority of the people elected him to. Not everyone is convinced that this president should pay the price for the same conduct as many others who didn’t have this “investigating attack dog” after them and their escapades just slipped by. Maybe those who did see just had more love of their country than to let our dirty laundry be aired around the world. It is truly a sad time for our nation when we are pointing the gun at our own heads. If another country was the cause of us looking like such fools, we would all be ready to fight no matter which political party we had the freedom to be affiliated with. Viola Meier Greenbelt AppreciatedAt long last, I wish to express my appreciation for the upkeep and care of the “greenbelt” area along Fourth Street from Harding to South Avenue. Each day I pass carefully manicured lawns, trimmed shrubs and large healthy trees. During the fall, I enjoyed colorful bulbs splashed throughout the area around the Fourth Street Clubhouse. The idea of making this area into walking trails is wonderful. It makes for a beautiful entrance into the city. It is clear that the men who work the grounds of Conoco take pride in what they do. I thank those men and Conoco for being a good neighbor. Where other cities are hiring “urban foresters,” our own Steve Sprehe of Conoco volunteers his personal time and talents to help improve the environment in and around Ponca City. He has taken a lead in most of the recycling and beautification issues and is an invaluable member of Ponca City Tomorrow and its environmental committee. He was involved in the wildflower planting and is currently working on getting tree planting grants. Sprehe is one of those citizens who goes above and beyond for the community, just as Conoco does. Laura Corff Thanks to PTAThe statement “put your money where your mouth is” has been exemplified by the Woodlands PTA. They wanted their children to have the opportunity to have access to a computer in each classroom, so that group worked long and hard to raise money to realize that goal. They have given approximately $24,000 to Woodlands to purchase computers, printers, and software for each classroom! Our heartfelt thanks to all of the people of this community who put in long hours organizing and planning events and activities that raised money for the massive project. To those of you who dug into your pockets to support these fundraisers financially, we deeply appreciate it! Our students are greatly enriched, because of your generosity. Woodlands Elementary Faculty Sharon Scroggins Principal Thanks for SupportI want to thank the citizens of Ponca City for supporting Professionals Today’s annual Cherokee Strip Cook-off. The Professionals Today members moved this annual event to a new location, Wentz Camp. Wentz Camp proved to be such an idyllic, perfect location for a worthwhile fund raising event that benefits Ponca City’s Hospice. I know that every Professional Today member and Hospice volunteer and worker was as happy as I to see all of Ponca City turnout for this event. Moreover, I would like to thank the many businesses, individuals, and corporate sponsors that participated by donations of money, prizes, supplies, and talent. The tireless efforts of the individual and corporate cooking teams are this annual event’s biggest assets, because this event would be non-existent without those entries and support. Thank you Ponca City for helping Professionals Today help Hospice! Suzanne Zanardi Kay County Free Fair Judging ResultsBLACKWELL — Here are the results of open judging and some of the 4-H and FFA judging of animal exhibits at the 81st annual Kay County Free Fair here. Additional Free Fair results will be printed this week. Open Judging Dairy Breed Open Junior heifer calf, born March 1, 1997, or later, and over four months old: First place, Ashley Smith. Junior yearling heifer (not in milk), born between March 1 and Aug. 31, 1997: First place, Megan Smith. Senior yearling heifer (not in milk), born between Sept. 1, 1996, and Feb. 28, 1997: First place, Melissa Smith. Junior Champion female: Melissa Smith. Cow, junior two years, born between March 1 and Sept. 30, 1996: First place, Ashley Smith. Cow, five years or older, born before Sept. 1, 1993: First place, Owen Smith. Senior Champion female, Ashley Smith. Grand Champion female, Ashley Smith. Reserve Grand Champion female, Melissa Smith. Best three females: First place, Ashley Smith. Best udder cow: First place, Ashley Smith, and second, Owen Smith. Beef Cattle Open Angus Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Charlie Brandon. Champion Female: Charlie Brandon. Maine Anjou Senior heifer, one year and older: First place, Justin Cline. Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Brandon Kahle; second place, Audrey Hobaugh, and third, Kaycee Brandon. Champion Female: Justin Cline. Reserve Champion Female: Brandon Kahle. Chianina Senior heifer, one year and older: Randy Buellesfeld. Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Tessa Barnthouse; second place, Kayla Kincaid, and third, Charlie Brandon. Champion Female: Tessa Barnthouse. Reserve Champion Female: Kayla Kincaid. Limousin Senior heifer, one year and older: First place, Daniel Mayer. Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Nathan Mayer, and second, Nathan Mayer. Champion Female: Nathan Mayer. Reserve Champion Female: Nathan Mayer. Simmental Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Colby Glenny. Champion Female: Colby Glenny. All Other Breeds Junior heifer, less than a year old: First place, Colby Glenny. Champion Female: Colby Glenny. Poultry — Open Champion American male, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion American male, Trevor Feathers. Champion American female, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion American female, Larry Allen Dye. Champion American trio, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion American trio, Larry Allen Dye. Champion English male, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion English male, Larry Allen Dye. Champion English female, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion English female, Larry Allen Dye. Champion English trio, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion English trio, Toby Lavers. Champion Mediterranean male, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion Mediterranean male, Larry Allen Dye. Champion Mediterranean female, Trevor Feathers. Reserve Champion Mediterranean female, Trevor Feathers. Champion Mediterranean trio, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion Mediterranean trio, Larry Allen Dye. Champion Asiatic male, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion Asiatic male, Larry Allen Dye. Champion Asiatic female, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion Asiatic female, Larry Allen Dye. Champion Asiatic trio, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Champion Asiatic trio, Larry Allen Dye. Champion all other class male, Matt Spore. Grand Champion male, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Grand Champion male, Larry Allen Dye. Grand Champion female, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Grand Champion female, Trevor Feathers. Grand Champion trio, Larry Allen Dye. Reserve Grand Champion trio, Larry Allen Dye. Pair of geese (all breeds), First place, Larry Allen Dye, and second, Larry Allen Dye. Pair of ducks (all breeds, no bantams): First place, Jay Bellinghausen; second place, Larry Allen Dye, and third, Larry Allen Dye. Rabbits Open New Zealand White Senior buck: First place, Pasia Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Pasia Bohannon. Rex Senior buck: First place, Pasia Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Pasia Bohannon. Champion buck: Pasia Bohannon. Champion doe: Pasia Bohannon. Netherland Dwarf Senior buck: First place, Pasia Bohannon, and second, Pasia Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Pasia Bohannon, and second, Pasia Bohannon. Champion buck: Pasia Bohannon. Champion doe: Pasia Bohannon. Grand Champion buck: Pasia Bohannon. Mini Rex Senior buck: First place, Sam Tracy. Senior doe: First place, Terry Cochran, and second, Terry Cochran. Champion buck: Sam Tracy. Champion doe: Terry Cochran. Mini Lop Senior buck: First place, Tracy Barnes; second place, Tory Dwyer, and third, Pasia Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Tracy Barnes; second place, Tracy Barnes, and third, Pasia Bohannon. Junior buck: First place, Rhonda Hurd; second place, Tracy Barnes, and third, Rhonda Hurd. Champion buck: Rhonda Hurd. Champion doe: Tracy Barnes. Grand Champion buck: Rhonda Hurd. French Lop Junior buck: First place, Tracy Barnes. American Dutch — Black Senior buck: First place, Frances Bohannon, and second, Frances Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Frances Bohannon, and second, Frances Bohannon. Champion buck: Frances Bohannon. Reserve champion buck: Frances Bohannon. Champion doe: Frances Bohannon. Reserve champion doe: Frances Bohannon. American Dutch — Blue Senior doe: First place, Frances Bohannon; second place, Frances Bohannon, and third, Frances Bohannon. Champion doe: Frances Bohannon, and reserve champion doe: Frances Bohannon. American Dutch — Chocolate Senior buck: First place, Frances Bohannon. Senior doe: First place, Frances Bohannon; second place, Frances Bohannon, and third, Frances Bohannon. Champion buck: Frances Bohannon. Champion doe: Frances Bohannon, and reserve champion doe: Frances Bohannon. Grand Champion buck: Frances Bohannon, and Grand Champion doe: Frances Bohannon. American Checkered Giants — Black Senior buck: First place, Fern Smith. Senior doe: First place, Fern Smith. 6-8 buck: First place, Fern Smith. 6-8 doe: First place, Fern Smith; second place, Fern Smith, and third, Fern Smith. Junior buck: First place, Fern Smith, and second, Fern Smith. Junior doe: First place, Fern Smith. Champion buck: Fern Smith. Champion doe: Fern Smith. Reserve champion doe: Fern Smith. Grand Champion buck: Fern Smith. Grand Champion doe: Fern Smith. Other ARBA Breed Senior buck: Pasia Bohannon. Senior doe: Pasia Bohannon. Champion buck: Pasia Bohannon. Champion doe: Pasia Bohannon. Grand Champion buck: Pasia Bohannon. Grand Champion doe: Pasia Bohannon. Sheep Open Shropshires Ram, two years and over: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Ram, one year and under two: First place, Silvertop Farms; second place, Silvertop Farms, and third, Silvertop Farms. Ram lamb, before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Ram lamb, after Jan. 1: First place, Silvertop Farms; second place, Silvertop Farms, and third, Silvertop Farms. Champion ram: Silvertop Farms. Reserve champion ram: Silvertop Farms. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Silvertop Farms. Ewe lamb before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Ewe lamb after Jan. 1: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Champion ewe: Silvertop Farms. Reserve champion ewe: Silvertop Farms. Flock: First place, Silvertop Farms. Get of sire: First place, Silvertop Farms. Pair of ram lambs: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Hampshires Ram, two years and over: First place, Silvertop Farms. Ram, one year and under two: First place, Silvertop Farms. Ram lamb, before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Champion ram: Silvertop Farms. Reserve champion ram: Silvertop Farms. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Silvertop Farms. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Zach Balahtsis, and second, Silvertop Farms. Ewe lamb after Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Silvertop Farms, and second, Silvertop Farms. Champion ewe: Zach Balahtsis. Reserve champion ewe: Silvertop Farms. Flock: First place, Silvertop Farms. Get of sire: First place, Silvertop Farms. Pair of ram lambs: First place, Silvertop Farms. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Silvertop Farms. Market lamb: First place, Bryon Louis. Champion market lamb: Bryon Louis. Southdowns Ram, one year and under two: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion ram: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe lamb before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion ewe: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Reserve champion ewe: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Flock: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Market lamb: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion market lamb: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Dorsets Ram lamb, before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second place, Sue Merhoff. Champion ram: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Reserve champion ram: Sue Merhoff. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Sue Merhoff; second place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and third, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Sue Merhoff. Ewe lamb before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Sue Merhoff, and second place, Sue Merhoff. Ewe lamb after Jan. 1: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood; second place, Sue Merhoff, and third, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion ewe: Sue Merhoff. Reserve champion ewe: Sue Merhoff. Flock: First place, Sue Merhoff. Get of sire: First place, Sue Merhoff. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Sue Merhoff, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Market lamb: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion market lamb: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Reserve champion market lamb: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Suffolks Ram lamb, after Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Sue Merhoff. Champion ram: Sue Merhoff. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Sue Merhoff. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Sue Merhoff. Ewe lamb before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Sue Merhoff. Ewe lamb after Jan. 1: First place, Sue Merhoff, and second, Sue Merhoff. Champion ewe: Sue Merhoff. Reserve champion ewe: Sue Merhoff. Flock: First place, Sue Merhoff. Get of sire: First place, Sue Merhoff. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Sue Merhoff. Market lamb: First place, Kaylee Lindsey; second place, Shelby Brown; third place, Sue Merhoff; fourth, Katie Hubler, and fifth, Bryon Louis. Champion market lamb: Kaylee Lindsey. Reserve champion market lamb: Shelby Brown. Grand Champion market lamb of show: Kaylee Lindsey. Rambouillet Ram, one year and under two: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ram lamb, before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion ram: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Reserve champion ram: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe, two years and over: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe, one year and under two: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Ewe lamb before Jan. 1, 1998: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood, and second, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Champion ewe: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Reserve champion ewe: Don and Sondra Lockwood. Flock: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. Pair of ewe lambs: First place, Don and Sondra Lockwood. 4-H and FFA Judging 4-H & FFA Poultry Champion American male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion American male, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion American female, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion American female, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion American trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion American trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion English male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion English male, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion English female, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion English female, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion English trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion English trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion Mediterranean male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion Mediterranean male, Danielle Feathers. Champion Mediterranean female, Anna Lavers. Reserve Champion Mediterranean female, Danielle Feathers. Champion Mediterranean trio, Danielle Feathers. Reserve Champion Mediterranean trio, Anna Lavers. Champion Asiatic male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion Asiatic male, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion Asiatic female, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion Asiatic female, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion Asiatic trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion Asiatic trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion all other class male, Pasia Bohannon. Champion all other class female, Pasia Bohannon. Reserve Champion all other class female, Pasia Bohannon. Champion all other class trio, Pasia Bohannon. Grand Champion male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Grand Champion male, Jay Bellinghausen. Grand Champion female, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Grand Champion female, Jay Bellinghausen. Grand Champion trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Grand Champion trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Bantam Champion bantam male, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion bantam male, Jay Bellinghausen. Champion bantam female, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion bantam female, Danielle Feathers. Champion bantam trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Reserve Champion bantam trio, Jay Bellinghausen. Defensive Driving Class Set SaturdayKay Electric will be sponsoring a Defensive Driving Course on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Kay Room at 300 West Doolin in Blackwell. The 55 Alive/Mature Driving Class was developed by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Just recently AARP has opened the class to any Oklahoma licensed driver. The class is an eight-hour classroom refresher course and is approved by the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety. Course participants sharpen their driving skills, develop strategies for adjusting to age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, as well as learning about the effects of medications on driving performance. You do not have to be a member of AARP to register. Enrollment is $8 a person, and checks need to be made out to AARP and mailed to Kay Electric, P.O. Box 607, Blackwell OK 74631 with the applicant’s name, address, and phone number. This class can save you money. After the course is completed, each registered person will receive a certificate of completion that can be turned in to your automobile insurance for what the state law calls an ‘appropriate’ discount that is good for three years. Reservations are limited and will be accepted on a first-come basis. For more information, call Marilyn Harmon at Kay Electric at (580) 363-1260. Eligibility Criteria May Allow Individuals SSIBy Ron Janzen District Manager Can you receive monthly Social Security benefits based on your earnings record and also be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a needs-based program? People who meet the eligibility criteria for both programs often can get both. However, it’s important to understand the similarities and differences between the two programs. First of all, the programs are financed differently, which accounts for much of the difference in the eligibility rules. Social Security is a social insurance program and the benefits are based on taxes workers have contributed to the Social Security trust funds. SSI is a public assistance program and benefits are paid from general revenues. Social Security pays retirement benefits, disability benefits and survivors benefits. But, to qualify for Social Security benefits, individuals must have worked long enough under Social Security. Retirement benefits are paid to people age 62 or older and their families. Disability benefits are payable to people with disabilities and their family members. And, survivors benefits are payable to the families of workers who have died. To get SSI, you must be age 65 or disabled or blind and have limited income and resources. Both children and adults may be eligible for SSI based on disability. And, you also must file for Social Security or any other benefits for which you may be eligible. In deciding whether you meet the financial requirements for SSI we count the money you have coming in, such as wages, Social Security benefits and pensions. We also count non-cash items you receive, such as food, clothing or shelter. We don’t count all of your income when deciding if you’re eligible for SSI. For example, we don’t count the home you live in and the land it’s on. Usually, you car does not count. And, if you’re disabled but work, we don’t count wages that are used to pay for items or services you need to work because of your disability — such as a wheelchair. Some Social Security and SSI rules are the same. For example, the rules we use to decide if you’re disabled are the same for Social Security and SSI. You must be unable to do any kind of work to be considered disabled under both programs. For children, slightly different rules apply. You can get more information about the eligibility requirements for both SSI and Social Security by contacting SSA’s toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213 or by contacting your local Social Security Office. Ask for the following booklets: Supplemental Security Income (SSA Pub. No. 05-10029); Retirement Benefits (SSA Pub. No. 05-10035). Copies are also available via the Internet. Type http://www.ssa.gov to access the Internet. Emergency Sirens To Sound ThursdayThe testing of the Ponca City emergency siren warning system will be held at noon, every Thursday, according to Tom Montgomery, emergency management operations officer. The test is scheduled throughout the year. Montgomery said that in case of inclement weather, the test will be postponed, and in this case or if additional tests are planned, the public will be notified by the Ponca City News and the radio stations. Youth Summit Held TodayBy SALLY HODGES News Staff Writer Becoming a Community of Promise was the topic of the Ponca City Youth Summit held today. The goal of the Summit is to bring all interested parties together to help build a better tomorrow for the youth of the community. Participants attended two workshops, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and the subjects included teen pregnancy, substance abuse, school drop-out rates, race relations, sexual and physical abuse, and juvenile crime and gangs and violence. The morning session at First Christian Church began with a welcoming from Ann Bandy, chairperson of the Youth Summit, and a video of an address by Colin Powell, chairman of the America’s Promise — The Alliance for Youth. The state coordinator for America’s Promise, Stacy Frakes, showed a video indicating 101 ways individuals and communities can make a difference. Helene Schwartz, program chair, gave a report to the group concerning the grant to become an America’s Promise community and the acquisition of a Promise Fellow who will work in the community for a year starting Dec. 1 to coordinate volunteers and fulfill the goals of the Youth Summit. During the workshop the participants are asked to identify, prioritize, and select goals to which each is to commit, with the goal being to have at least one concrete plan to be implemented in the next few months. “In the wrap-up session, each participant is to fill out and sign a commitment card agreeing to donate time to one of the committees for a six-month period from January through June of 1999, with the committee meeting once or twice prior to the first of the year,” added Bandy. Participants, workshop speakers and facilitators numbered approximately 150 and came from all areas of the community — ministers, nonprofit agency directors, parents, grandparents, city administrators, school administrators, business representatives, Ponca Tribe, White Eagle, to name only a few. Conoco representatives participated as facilitators. The Youth Summit is an outgrowth of President’s Summit for America’s Future, a program designed to get organizations and individuals from across the nation involved in helping the youth of America become healthy, productive adults. The program is designed to focus on five areas that our youth can draw on to help them lead happy and productive lives — MENTOR, an ongoing relationship with a caring adult; PROTECT, safe places to learn and grow; NURTURE, a healthy start; TEACH, safe places to learn and grow; and SERVE, an opportunity to give back through community service. Registration was closed early due to the overwhelming response of the community. Fall Rummage Sale Set Friday, SaturdayThe Annual Fall Rummage Sale, sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women at Grace Episcopal Church, is scheduled for Friday and Saturday of this week. Friday’s sale will open at 9 a.m. in the church Parish Hall, it was announced, and continue until 5 p.m. Saturday’s sale will be the special “Sack Sale” from 9 a.m. until noon. Customers are asked to use the parking lot located at Thirteenth and Grand. Sale items will include a large amount of furniture, clothing, household items, toys, books, linens, dishes, and a sewing machine and several small television sets, bicycles, exercise and ski equipment. Everyone is invited to come and browse. OFAI Workshops Begin Thursday at OSUSTILLWATER — The Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute for 1998 has announced its lineup of four-day workshop retreats for amateur and professional artist, public school teachers and college and university instructors. The workshops are held on the campus of Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. The Choral Music and Theater workshop starts Thursday afternoon and will continue through until noon Sunday. Simon Carrington will lead the workshop on Choral Music; Acting is with James DePaul; Directing is with Caleen Jennings; and Storytelling is with Gay Ducey. Scholarships are available for Oklahoma public school teachers on a first come, first served basis, and recipients are eligible for college credit and staff development points. Other upcoming workshops are Visual Arts and Photography, Oct. 1-4; Visual Arts, Oct. 8-11; Beginners Weekend, Oct. 15-18; and Writing, Oct. 22-25. The Visual Arts and Photography workshop, Oct. 1-4, will include Photography with Dan Estabrook, Photographic Book Making with Deborah Davidson, Raki with James Watkins, Printmaking with James Pace and Painting with Poteet Victory. The Visual Arts workshop, Oct. 8-11, will include Ceramics with Frances Bagley, Painting with Tom Palmore, Drawing with Jeff Dodd and Jewelry-Making with Chris Ramsay. Beginners Weekend, Oct. 15-18, will consist of a Beginning Drawing session with Mark Sisson, Introduction to Printmaking with Dan Kiacz, Beginning Photography with Konrad Eek, Beginning Writing with George Bilgere and Music and Movement with Barby Rhea. Rounding out the series of workshop retreats will be Writing, Oct. 22-25, and will include Fiction with Linda Watanabe McFerrin, Poetry with Mary Leader, Non-fiction with Mary Ann Maier, Writing for Children with Robert San Souci, and The Art of Teaching Writing with Janet Burroway. The OFAI offers the opportunity for the participants to completely immerse themselves in their chosen art while learning from nationally renowned faculty artists. Most workshops are limited to 20 participants, allowing a closer working relationship between participant and faculty artist. For additional information concerning workshops or registration, call (405) 842-0890 or contact the website on www.okartinst.org. Long Awaited Museum Reopening SaturdayBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer A grassroots pioneering ef-fort has made the vision of an enlarged museum to complement Bryant Baker’s world famous Pioneer Woman Statue a reality. The Pioneer Woman monument was commissioned by E.W. Marland, pioneer oilman. On Saturday, following the 10 a.m., dedication ceremonies featuring Lt. Gov. Mary Fallin as the keynote speaker, the doors of the expanded museum will swing open for the first public viewing of Ponca City’s newest tourist attraction. Architect’s Vision Regarding museums, architect Rand Elliott states, “The structure should not be a statement of current fashion but instead possess a timeless architectural quality that ages gracefully. A museum must be a structure whose integrity is a proud example of the collection it houses. And in this particular case, it must be a reflection of the spirit of the Pioneer Woman Statue itself.” Because the sun bonnet is such a strong symbol of pioneering women in history, Elliott envisioned the copper-lined entrance to the museum as being representative of the statue’s bronze sun bonnet. The mirrored glass door reflects Bryant Baker’s Pioneer Woman Statue as visitors approach the entrance. Permanent Gallery Focus of the museum is to honor Oklahoma women pioneering in various walks of life. The permanent gallery is entitled “A Patchwork of Time and Space: An Oklahoma Woman.” Suspended from the ceiling is a large quilt “Road to Oklahoma,” which was quilted by the Pioneer Area Quilters Guild, under the direction of Shirley Hile. Cobb and Luper to be Honored Two of the women featured that are living are Jerrie Cobb of Ponca City and Clara Shepard Luper and they plan to attend the dedication celebration. In keeping with E.W. Marland’s statement that the statue would represent “women of all races, creeds and cultures,” the new exhibits are multi-cultural. Written by Dr. Dianna Everett the titles of the exhibits are “To love our families more than ourselves. Anna Overholser and Roberta Campbell Lawson-Delaware are Featured. Cassandra Sawyer Lockwood and Laura Crews are in the “To plant a seed for the future” exhibit. Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher, women of color, and Jerrie Cobb, aviator, are featured in the “To strive” and overcome barriers” display. “To work and earn our daily keep,” features, Alice Robertson, Elva and Lucia Ferguson, and Edith Johnson, early 1930’s Daily Oklahoman Editor. “To serve our communities into the future,” features Kate Barnard and Mildren Cleghorn, an Apache Tribal leader. “To lead our communities into the future,” honors Clara Luper and Myrtle Archer McDougal, and “To leave a legacy that marks our heritage,” features Augusta Corson Metcalfe and Angie Debo. The voices for each exhibit in the permanent gallery have been recorded by WBBZ Radio and will be heard on sound cones. Those voices include, Kathy Dickson, museums director for OHS, Jan Prough, Pioneer Woman Museum manager, and Ammie Goss, assistant. Other voices are JoAnn Muchmore, Jayne Detten, Lorraine McDonagh, Marcea Bennett, Georgia Ball, Vivian Mertz, Cheryl Fletcher, Sandy James, Genevieve Pollak, T.L. Walker, Karen Dye and Valerie Haynes. Temporary Gallery “The new southeast gallery exhibits beautiful quilts dating as early as 1850 and as late as 1981. Quilts from the collections of both the Pioneer Woman Museum as well as its supervising agency, the Oklahoma Historical Society are displayed along with a number of pieces of hand work, such as crochet, tatting and embroidery,” explained Ammie Goss, site attendant. “This exhibit promises to be a quilt lovers delight.” The Temporary Gallery exhibit is titled “A Stitch in Time.” Fund raising Effort Opening of the expanded and improved museum complimenting the statue of a pioneer mother and her young son is the result of months of dedicated work of fund-raising by David Mills and his co-chairmen Vivian Mertz and honorary chairman Madalynne Peel. The successful drive, November 1994 to January 1995 netted about $500,000 for the project. Nancy Severance was coordinator; Terri Hadley, CPA; William Eubank, auditor, and Louise Abercrombie, publicity. State legislators Sen. Paul Muegge and former State Rep. Jim Holt worked diligently to get an appropriation of $220,000 from a capital bond issued to the Oklahoma State Historical Society to launch the enlargement process. Additionally, Sen. Muegge and State Rep. Jim Newport got another $180,000 from the Oklahoma Legislature to finish up the museum. A number of grants and sizable contributions have made the museum possible as did individual contributions. Conoco, Inc., contributed $60,000 to kick off the campaign. Other grants and contributions include Sarkeys Foundation of Norman which awarded a grant of $75,000. D.M. Morgan Foundation, Blackwell, gave a total of $45,000. The Land of Country supported the expansion in memory of the late Laura Streich, who was the site attendant, with a $3,000 donation; Festival of Angels contributed $2,700 for the Historic House Tour in Streich’s name; $20,000 from Oklahoma Foundation for the Humanities (this challenge grant was matched by the Morgan Foundation); The Cherokee Strip Land Run Foundation contributed $23,000 and the McCaslin Foundation grant was for $10,000. Contributions came from far and near. The contributions from Kay County were exceptional. One example of the spirit of the project was a contribution that came from former Ponca Citian John D. Morrow, who gave in the name of his grandmother Amelia Sperling Blumer. Donors of more than $500 are being recognized with a ceramic block quilt in the foyer of the museum and at a reception this evening. Others donors are recognized with bricks along the sidewalk leading to the front door that reflects the image of the Pioneer Woman Statue. These donors are also invited to the reception at the museum. Almost half of the funds raised for the $1.2 project were raised in the community. Other funds came from the Oklahoma Historical Society and capital bond issues passed by the Oklahoma Legislature and foundation grants. Advisory Board Completion of the project has been an ongoing one for 10 years. When the project began the most of the members of the Advisory Board remained in place to see it through. Members of the Board are Warren Jensen, chairman; Cheryl Fletcher, vice chairman; Sandy James, secretary; Georgia Ball, treasurer; Clement Collogan, Jayne Detten, Karen Dye of Newkirk, Don Ganer of Tonkawa, Mary Beth Glass, David Keathly, Gary Miles, John Maker, Linda Rodgers, Rebecca Warren and Phyllis Worley. Two of the original board members for the first museum, which was opened in 1958, still alive are Jake Hampton of Ponca City and David Ross of Newkirk. Jan Prough, museum manager, said that the late David Morgan, who was from Blackwell, is still supporting the project in spirit with two grants from the D.M. Foundation contributing a total of $45,000. Like the first museum, built in 1958 at a cost of about $55,000, the local museum started with funds raised by the community. For nearly four decades Roberta “Bertie” Newman was the curator for the museum and then a volunteer. Newman was on hand when the Pioneer Woman Statue was dedicated 68 years ago. Area CalendarThrough October 3 “Apron Strings,” an exhibit of antique aprons, Marland Mansion, 901 Monument Road, supported by Conoco, The Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council, and Exhibits, USA. Admission free to the exhibit. September 23 Ponca City Youth Summit, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., First Christian Church, North Fifth Street at East Cleveland Avenue, all those interested in the future of our youth please attend, call 765-2476 for more information. September 24 “Have You Seen My Life? I Lost It!”, a presentation on effective relationships, Neuro Linguistic Programming, creating good habits and achieving goals, with coach and consultant Delia Loney, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Coffee Bar of Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City. September 25 Ponca City Mother’s Club Luncheon and Style Show, 12:15 p.m., Chapel at Marland Mansion, public invited, tickets $8 call Kathleen Scribner 765-0077 or Beverly Carpenter 765-3267. September 25-26 Fifth Annual Standing Bear Inter-tribal Powwow, 5 p.m. dancing begins, Standing Bear Park, U.S. 60 and 177, free admission, free parking, free camping, activities include dancing, food, jewelry and craft vendors, hosts Otoe-Missouria, sponsored by Ponca City Native American Foundation, 580-762-1514. Ponca Playhouse production “Moon Over Buffalo,” 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. Northern Oklahoma College fall play “Love, Sex and the IRS,” 8 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, $5 adults, $2 students. September 26 Grand Opening, Pioneer Woman Museum, 10-11 a.m. opening ceremony, entertainment throughout the day, Pioneer Woman Museum, Lake Road and Monument Road, Ponca City, free admission to Museum Saturday and Sunday, activities include museum tours, remarks by Lt. Gov. Mary Fallin, contact Jan Prough, 580-765-6108. St. Mary’s Annual Fall Fest, 6:15 p.m.-10 p.m., Parish Grounds, 400 block South Eighth Street, Ponca City, festival features games, food and silent auction. September 27 Dr. Edward Vineyard autographing “Treasures From Luke,”, four months of daily devotional insights featuring an original poetic translation of the Gospel of Luke, 1-3 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City. Northern Oklahoma College fall play “Love, Sex and the IRS,” 2 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, $5 adults, $2 students. Ponca Playhouse production “Moon Over Buffalo,” 2 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. October 1 Kay-9 Dog Training Club of Ponca City Inc. meeting, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library. October 1-3 Northern Oklahoma College fall play “Love, Sex and the IRS,” 8 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, $5 adults, $2 students. October 1-October 23 “American Indian Realism” exhibit, Eleanor Hays Gallery of the Northern Performing Arts Center, 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday and during evening and weekend performances in the NPAC, free admission. October 2-3 Ponca Playhouse production “Moon Over Buffalo,” 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. October 3 Lamont U.M.W. Annual Fund Raiser, baked goods, rummage sale and meal at noon. October 3-4 Oktoberfest, Marland Estate. October 4 Rummage Sale, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty Avenue, Ponca City. October 5 Pioneer Christian Crusaders Motorcycle Association, 6 p.m., Conestoga at I-35, U.S. 60 west of Tonkawa. October 7 70th Anniversary of Ponca City Council of Garden Clubs, 9:30 a.m., Cann Gardens. October 9 Annual Fall Salad Luncheon and Bake Sale, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, Ponca City, adults $4, children $2. October 10 American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 407 West South Avenue, adults $3, children under 12 $1.50, children under 6 free, proceeds to Rehab Program. Arts, Crafts and Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., sponsored by VFW Auxiliary 1201, Post Home on East Prospect Avenue, Ponca City, annual Cancer benefit show, food booth open all day, more information on booths at $15, Syble, 765-8924. “Golden Entertainment,” door prizes, music, fun and laughter guaranteed at RSVP Senior Gala Event and Mini Fair, fund raiser for Kay County Retired Senior Volunteer organization, guest appearance by Gordon Figie of Oklahoma Jubilee, doors open 5 p.m., entertainment begins 6 p.m., Grand Central Station, Ponca City, tickets $3. “Nunsense” command performance, 8 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa, admission $5. October 11 Tonkawa Historical Society Be My Guest display of table settings, 2-4:30 p.m., Tonkawa Service Bank Community Room and First National Bank of Tonkawa Annex, $3.50. KLVV 88.7 FM presents Point of Grace, Contemporary Christian Group, 3 p.m. (show sold out), 7 p.m. show added, Enid’s Mark Price Arena, tickets at Master’s Touch, 767-1400 for information. October 13 Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 420 East Grand Avenue. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., McCord School Library. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, Keeler Road and U.S. 60. Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road. October 14 Rural Water District No. 3 (Braden) Board of Directors, 7 p.m., Braden Community Center. October 15 Hospice of Ponca City Grief Support Group, 10 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, Blackwell. October 19 Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, call Beth Wright 765-6738 for additional information. United Ostomy Association Inc. Stillwater-Ponca City Chapter, 7 p.m., speaker Dr. Michael T. Kelley, M.D., on The Warren Clinic’s Walk-In Clinic, Stillwater Medical Center Board Room. October 20 Kaw Lake Association board meeting, noon, Golden Corral, North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue, Ponca City. College Night for High School Students, 6-7:30 p.m., East Gym, Foster-Piper Fieldhouse, Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa, free admission. Ponca Area Chamber Orchestra Concert, 8 p.m., Northern Oklahoma College Fine Arts Building, Tonkawa, Dineo Heilmann, conductor, donations accepted at the door. October 22 Environmental Trust Authority of Northern Oklahoma, 11:30 a.m., Mayor’s Office, 622 Cedar Street, Perry. October 27 “IAO 24 Works on Paper,” “V’Lou Oliveira: Recent Ceramics” exhibit, Eleanor Hays Gallery of Northern Performing Arts Center, Northern Oklahoma College, 1-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and during evening and weekend performances at the NPAC, free admission. October 30-31 “Godspell” fall musical, 8 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, $5 adults, $2 students. November 1 “Godspell” fall musical, 2 p.m., Northern Performing Arts Center, $5 adults, $2 students. November 3 General Election, polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. November 13-14 Ponca Playhouse production “Our Town,” 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. November 14 American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 407 West South Avenue, adults $3, children under 12 $1.50, children under 6 free, proceeds to Rehab Program. November 15 Ponca Playhouse production “Our Town,” 2 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. November 20-21 Ponca Playhouse production “Our Town,” 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, 104 East Grand Avenue, Ponca City. November 21 Xi Alpha Upsilon’s 22nd Annual Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Agri-Business Building, 712 West Washington, Arkansas City, more information call Debbie McNulty 316-442-7414. Local Girl Scouts Ready To Make a Splash“Make a Splash” this fall with the Girl Scout Fall Product Sale. Girl Scouts throughout Bluestem Girl Scout Council will be taking orders for a variety of nuts and wall and pocket calendars from Sept. 25 through Oct. 11. During the sale girls will sell seven kinds of nuts provided by Azar Nut Company including: Toffee Butter Peanuts, Peanut Crunch, Spicy Party Mix, Fruit ‘N Nut Mix, Roasted Salted Cashews, Deluxe Mixed Nuts, and to keep with the “Make a Splash” theme, a collectible Whale tin filled with Honey Peanuts. The price of the nuts range from $4 to $8 and will be delivered in mid-November. The Girl Scouts will also help you keep up-to-date in 1999 with a Girl Scout wall and pocket calendar for $2 each. “Celebrating sports” is the theme of the 1999 calendar and features Girl Scouts involved in different sporting events provided through the Girl Scout program. The Girl Scout program is no longer campouts and crafts, girls now have the opportunity to play sports, explore, and develop leadership skills. Brownie, Junior, Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts in Bluestem Girl Scout Council participate in two girl-generated fundraisers throughout the year. This is the first sale with the annual Girl Scout Cookie Sale taking place after the first of the year. Through the sales, girls have the opportunity to build self-confidence, develop communication and decision-making skills, take on responsibility and new challenges, and learn money management skills. The proceeds from the sale help provide troops with additional money for troop activities; 50 cents of each item sold stays with the troop. The proceeds also provide girls with sales awards; 35 cents of each item sold is distributed to girls and troops through incentives and gift certificates. The Fall Product Sale also helps provide program activities, resources, and training for girls, and opportunities, activities and training for living in the outdoors. Bluestem Girl Scout Council uses its profits to operate Camp Wah-Shah-She and other council properties, along with subsidizing day and resident camp programs, council wide activities, and adult/leader training. Support your local Girl Scouts and help them start their year off with a “splash.” Bluestem Girl Scout Council encompasses all or part of 16 counties in Northeast Oklahoma and Southeast Kansas: Craig, Kay, Noble, Nowata, Osage, Pawnee, Rogers and Washington counties in Oklahoma and Allen, Chautauqua, Elk, Labette, Montgomery, Neosho, Wilson and Woodson counties in Kansas. For more about the Girl Scout Fall Product Sale call the Kay County Girl Scout Headquarters at 762-9616 or 800-457-GIRL. Bluestem Girl Scout Council is a United Way Agency. Fairfax Astronaut HonoredOKLAHOMA CITY — J. Milton Heflin Jr., a native of Fairfax, will be inducted into the Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame On Oct. 1, Heflin, Deputy Chief of the Flight Director Office at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, is one of six inductees. Heflin is currently responsible for providing staffing for the flight director position for all human space flights in Houston’s Mission Control Center. He was graduated from Edmond High School and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics and Math from the University of Central Oklahoma. Heflin began his career with NASA in 1966, as a ground test vehicle engineer. He has also served as flight director for 20 space shuttle flights. He was lead flight director for seven of the flights, including the first servicing mission of the Hubble Space Telescope and three missions deploying planetary probes to Venus, Jupiter and the Sun. Heflin was named “Countdown Magazine’s 1993 Astronaut of the Year.” Here is the Pioneer Woman Museum Reopening ScheduleBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer The program for the grand reopening day ceremonies is bound to be a delightful step back in time, as well-known Will Rogers imitator Gene McFall will do excerpts from the remarks that Rogers made for the dedication of the Pioneer Woman Statue on April 22, 1930. Rogers made humorous remarks at the statue dedication, but the dedication speaker was the President of the United States Herbert Hoover, who spoke on a nationally broadcast radio hook-up. Speaking here were Patrick J. Hurley, Secretary of War, Gov W.J. Holloway, and E.W. Marland, who commissioned the statue. 40th Anniversary of Museum Slated to kick off the 40th Anniversary Celebration ceremonies at 9:30 a.m., Saturday is a group photo of all children under the age of 12 who wish to be photographed. This “Pioneers of Tomorrow” photo will by taken by Photo Pro and each child will be given a photo and one of these will be recorded for history by placing it in the time capsule. An aerial millennium photo of the crowd is set for 9:55 a.m., with Don Nuzum flying the plane. Hap Prough, husband of Jan Prough, Pioneer Woman Museum manager, will give the invocation at 10 a.m. This will be followed by the singing of the “Stars Spangled Banner,” by Audrey Eubank. Cheryl Fletcher, vice chairman of the Pioneer Woman Museum Advisory Board, will give the welcome and introduce guests. Then McFall, as Rogers, will make his remarks. The dedicatory address is to be by Lt. Gov. Mary Fallin. A pioneer herself, Fallin is the first woman to hold the second-highest office in the state of Oklahoma. Accepting on behalf of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to be Blake Wade, executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society, which owns and operates the Museum. Warren Jensen, chairman of the Pioneer Woman Advisory Board, will accept on behalf of the citizens of Ponca City. Fletcher will then make presentations to honored guests Jerrie Cobb and Clara Luper. Cobb was a pioneer aviatrix and Luper was active in the civil rights movement. Following these presentations, an “Oklahoma Medley” is to be presented by Yona Wade. Afterwards the guests seated on the stage will move to the museum entrance for the ribbon cutting. Then the public will be admitted free to the museum. Throughout the day entertainment is planned on the outside stage from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be demonstrations in the education room of the museum. Outside entertainment, beginning at 11:15 a.m., is by the Bryon Berline Bluegrass and western swing band. Gene McFall, portraying Will Rogers, will follow at 12:15 p.m. Dave Hart’s Live Bait Bluegrass band will take to the stage at 12:30 p.m., followed by McFall at 1:30 p.m., and at 1:45 p.m., Cynthia Crow/The Holicks will perform. McFall will end the stage performances with the 2:45 p.m., appearance. The appearance of McFall and Bryon Berline, was made possible by the Oklahoma Arts Council and a matching grant by the Pioneer Woman Museum Advisory Board. Demonstrators for the inside of the museum are Altus Patton, quilter; Jayne Detten, spinner; Mary Pledger and Chassie McMillan, tatter; Bonnie Drummond, basket weaver; Lorraine McDonagh, Paula Elmer, Debbie Lee, Sharon Maddox, Marilyn Becker and Ammie Goss, all weavers. Arrangements were by Paula Elmer. Music is to be provided by American Guild of Organists members. Playing the antique organ are Tom Sims, Velma Tapp, Ann Salmons, Carolyn Hook and Kay Sahai. Cobb to Sign Books From 1 to 3 p.m., Jerrie Cobb will be signing her book “Jerrie Cobb Solo Pilot.” Proceeds from her book go to the non-profit Jerrie Cobb Foundation, Inc. The sales will help the indigenous people of the Amazon Rain Forest in South Africa. Admission Free Two Days Visitors will also be admitted without charge on Sunday. After that the admission is to be $3 for adults and $2.50 for senior citizens, age 65 and over, and $1 for students age 6 to 18. Scheduled groups are $2.50 each. The regular hours of the museum will be 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, closed on all Mondays and state holidays. Open 9 a.m., to 5 p.m., Tuesday to Friday and Saturday 10 a.m., to 5 p.m. A discount joint ticket is also available for admission to the Pioneer Woman Museum and the Marland Mansion. Souvenir programs will be available for $3 from the Ponca City Mid High Pepperette group and at the information booth on the grounds. The admission, and profits from the new gift shop, are to be used for the operation of the newly expanded museum. A variety of new and interesting souvenirs are to be in stocked. One of the items sure to be popular this year is a Christmas ornament of a sod house created by Cynthia Butler Rasche. The AMBUCS, as a community service to the museum, will be manning a concession stand beginning at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served on the grounds with ham and cheese sandwiches for $1 each, with chips, drinks and desserts at 50 cents each. The proceeds are to be used for expenses of the opening celebration. A $3,000 grant from the Ponca City Tourism Authority helped advertise the reopening. DEATHSRoy E. Kennedy Roy E. KennedyWICHITA, Kan. — Roy E. Kennedy, former resident of Ponca City, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 1998 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kan. He was 47. The funeral is set for 2 p.m. Friday at the First Congregational Church in Maize, Kan. Arrangements are under the direction of Broadway Mortuary, Wichita, Kan. He was born Oct. 29, 1950 in Holton, Kan. to Cecil Roy and Alberta (Altenberg) Kennedy. He was a heavy equipment construction operator and he had lived in the Ponca City area for several years. Survivors include three sons, Kevin of Wichita, Kan., and Klayton and Kyle, both of Goddard, Kan.; one daughter Karen Forinash of Wichita, Kan.; three brothers, Carl, Roger and Jimmy; four sisters, Mary Jane Armstrong, Alice Marie Kennedy, Ruby Worley and Diane Simon. LeRoy T. AllenANDERSONVILLE, Ga. — LeRoy T. Allen, a relative of several Ponca City area residents, died Monday, Sept. 21, 1998, at Sumter Regional Hospital in Americus, Ga. He was 60. A graveside service with full military honors will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at the Andersonville National Historic Cemetery in Andersonville, Ga. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Hancock Funeral Home in Americus, Ga. LeRoy T. Allen was born Sept. 30, 1937 in Pawhuska to Roy and Retha (Annis) Weaver Allen. A flight engineer and fuel maintenance technician with the U.S. Air Force, Allen retired from Moody Field on Dec. 31, 1974, after 20 years of service. Seven of those years were served in Vietnam. Survivors include four daughters, Debbie Allen Delk of Valdosta, Ga., Dawn Allen Jones of Ellaville, Ga., Dena Allen of Naylor, Ga., and Bilinda Wilson of Americus, Ga.; one son, Billy Lee Allen of Ellaville, Ga.; one sisters, Dorothy Gallion of Globe, Ariz.; two brothers, Jay Allen of Biloxi, Miss.; and several nieces and nephews. His parents and one sister, Barbara Pike, preceded him in death. Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Allen’s name to Georgia Public Television (GPTV) 260 14th Street, N.W., Atlanta, Ga. 30318. The family will be at the residence of Bilinda and Steven Wilson, 1291 Highway 19 North, Americus. Edith Ruth PorterEdith Ruth Porter, former Ponca City resident, died Tuesday morning at the Manor Care Nursing Home in Norman. She was 89. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday Sept. 24, 1998 at Grace Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Hance Dilbeck, pastor, First Baptist Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Edith Porter was born Dec. 5, 1908, in Evening Shade, Ark., the daughter of D.C. and Ella Ruth (Johnson) Porter. The family moved to Walters in 1911 and later to Devol, Okla. where they lived until moving to Ponca City in 1921. Edith and her sister Marie moved to California in 1943. She worked at Douglas Aircraft until the end of Word War II and then worked for Title Insurance and Trust Co. until 1962. The two sisters then moved to Nagadoches, Texas, where they remained until returning to Ponca City in 1977. She made her home here until moving to Norman in 1996. Surviving are her sisters, Marie McFarland, of Norman and Juanita Moberly, of Tulsa. She was preceded in death by her parents, and four sisters, Emma, Judith, Mazie, and Beatrice. Leota Mae MooreARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Leota Mae Moore, former Conoco employee, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 1998, at Presbyterian Manor Health Care Center in Arkansas City, Kan. She was 85. A private family service was held at the Hope Cemetery near Arkansas City, Kan. Arrangements were under the direction of Hawks Funeral Home, Arkansas City, Kan. Leota Mae Moore was born June 29, 1913, in Cowley County, Kan., the daughter of Joseph and Rachel Della (Wright) Moore. She attended Chilocco School, north of Ponca City, and graduated from Arkansas City High School. She also attended Arkansas City Junior College and Hill Business University in Oklahoma City. Ms. Moore was employed at New Era Milling Company in Arkansas City from 1934 until 1942, when she began employment with Continental Oil Co., in Ponca City. After her retirement in 1972, she moved to Newton, Kan., then returned to Arkansas City in November 1979 to live at Presbyterian Manor. She was a member of the Arkansas City First Presbyterian Church and The Eastern Star, Fanchon Chapter 53 in Ponca City. Survivors include one niece, Norma Jean Benjamin of Quartz Hill, Calif.; and two nephews, Wayne Moore of Sugar Land, Texas, and Donald G. Moore of Lockhart, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Robert D. Moore and Ray O. Moore. ObituariesClara Ann DannenmaierClara Ann Dannenmaier, 700 East Overbrook, died Monday, Sept. 21, 1998 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 70. The Requiem Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 11 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church with the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong, rector, as celebrant. Following the service a catered luncheon will be served to those who attend. Arrangements are under the direction of the Trout Funeral Home. Mrs. Dannenmaier was born Feb. 24, 1928 in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of Christian Jacob and Clara Penno Muenz. She attended schools in St. Louis and graduated from Beaumont High School. Clara Ann then graduated from Harris Teacher’s College in St. Louis. On June 25, 1949 she married Joseph Howard Dannenmaier in St. Louis. The couple made their first home in Ponca City and Clara Ann began teaching at Garfield Elementary School. In 1957 they moved to Wilmington, Del., and then to Louisville, Ky., in 1959 where she taught at Isaac Shelby Elementary School. In 1968 they returned to Ponca City and she resumed her teaching career at Garfield. She was a member of Grace Episcopal Church where she was also a member of Daughters of the King. Surviving are her husband, Joseph H. Dannenmaier, of the home; a daughter, Ruth Ratliff and her husband George, Owasso; two sons, William C. and his wife Jessica, Rockford, Ill., and Joseph E. and his wife Laura of Dallas, Texas; six grandchildren, Tom, Cathy, Jake, Mike, Kay, and Bill; a sister, Marian Hammond, St. Louis; and a brother, Edward Muenz, St. Louis. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Vincent Muenz, and a sister, Arline Wiemann. Memorials may be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 109 North Thirteenth Street, Ponca City, OK 74601 or to St. Joseph Medical Foundation, P.O. Box 1270, Ponca City, OK 74602. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. However, the family will receive friends at the home, 700 East Overbrook. paid obituary W.M. HedgesW.M. “Bill” Hedges, longtime Ponca City resident, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 1998 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 80. A memorial service was to be held today, Sept. 23, 1998, at 2 p.m. at the Trout Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jack Adams, New Creation Church, officiating. Mr. Hedges was born on Jan. 3, 1918, in Winfield, Kan. to Frank and Nora “Barker” Hedges. He attended Winfield schools and graduated in 1935. He married Frankie Mae Mathews on May 25, 1937 in Newkirk. She preceded him in death on June 30, 1972. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1943 and served in the United States during World War II. After his service in the military, the couple lived in various places before moving to Ponca City in 1969. Mr. Hedges managed the QuoVadis Club in Ponca City for a few years, then worked for the Corps of Engineers at Kaw Lake before retiring in 1983. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Ardmore, the American Legion, VFW, and the Elks Lodge. He enjoyed playing Bingo, yard work, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by two daughters, Becki Barksdale and her husband Sid of Ponca City, and Elaine Boody and her husband Bill of Terrebonne, Ore.; one sister, Dorothy Piper of Colorado Springs, Colo.; six grandchildren, Derek Dean Barksdale of Louisville, Ky., Michelle and Rick Bocanegra of Ponca City, and Scott Ingmire of Perry, and Angela and Nicole Boody of Terrebonne, Ore.; three great-grandchildren, Braden and Blaine Bocanegra of Ponca City, and Christian Roady of Terrebonne. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Leslie Hedges, Harley Hedges, and Homer Hedges; and one sister, Odessa Hedges. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ponca City Humane Society, P.O. Box 2311, Ponca City, OK 74602. paid obituary Services PendingWanda P. CassidyWanda P. Cassidy, longtime Ponca City resident, died Tuesday, Sept. 22, 1998, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 88. Survivors include a nephew, Don Stuard of Ponca City. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home. Minnie ButterfieldNEWKIRK — Minnie Butterfield, longtime Newkirk resident, died early this morning, Sept. 23, 1998, at her home east of Newkirk. She was 88. Arrangements are pending with Miller-Stahl Funeral Service, Newkirk. NEWS BRIEFSAmerican Legionnaires Meet — American Legion Post 14 will hold its meeting and awards presentation 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Post Home, 407 West South Avenue. Court Allen Construction. Concrete and Flagstone walkways, patios and yard curbing. Call 765-2720. adv. Mother’s Club — The Ponca City Mother’s Club fall luncheon and style show will be held Friday, 12:15 p.m., at the chapel at the Marland Mansion estate. The public is invited to attend and cost for the event is $8 per person. The program will also include a presentation about the Pioneer Woman Museum opening given by Jayne Detten. Jim Bowen Construction Custom homes, room additions and remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv. 55 & Older — The 55 and Older Club invited members to bring guests for a barbecue dinner Sept. 24 at noon at 700 West Broadway. Those attending are asked to bring side dishes or favorite desserts. The group plays cards, dominoes and other games Tuesday and Thursday from noon until 4 p.m. Community Christian Sets RR&R — “Refuel, Renew and Regroup” is scheduled at Community Christian beginning Sunday at 10 a.m. Sunday evening a Potluck Supper is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Services are also planned for Monday and Tuesday evenings at 7:30. Everyone is welcome. Accident — A vehicle accident in the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:18 a.m. Tuesday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken that information had been exchanged by the drivers. Accident — An official with Solid Waste Division of Public Works reported at 10:21 a.m. Tuesday that one of the trucks had been involved in an accident in the alley of the 1800 block of North Sixth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Helping Citizen Injured — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department requested an ambulance in the 300 block of East Highland Avenue at 9:54 p.m. Tuesday where he was having car trouble and a citizen was attempting to help with a battery when it blew up, injuring the citizen. An ambulance from the Ponca City Fire Department responded, however the subject went to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center by privately owned vehicle. Another officer was assigned and a report was taken. Accident — A two-vehicle, non-injury accident at the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 6:17 a.m. Wednesday. Two officers were assigned and a report was taken. Vehicle Stolen — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 2:55 a.m. Wednesday from a woman at a business in the 700 block of South Waverly Street that someone had stolen her vehicle. Three officers were assigned and a report was taken. The vehicle was recovered in the 1900 block of West Grand Avenue and a 32-year-old man was held for grand larceny of an auto and assault and battery. Vehicle Burglarized — A man from the 700 block of North Osage Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:11 a.m. Tuesday that his pickup had been broken into. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. National Wild Turkey Federation 2nd Annual Banquet will be held September 29, 1998 at the Elks Lodge at 1308 Bradley..Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and din- ner is set for 7:00 p.m. If you are a NWTF member, dinner is only $10.00. Call 765-4436 or 762-3320 for more information. adv. Young-at-Heart Dance Set — The Young-at-Heart Dance is held every Thursday at the Elks Lodge, 1301 Bradley from 7 to 10 p.m. Snack and Hillbilly Night is held the first Thursday of each month. Music by Ken Wilson and the Sunshine Playboys Band. Burglary — A man from the 500 block of North Elm Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:59 a.m. Tuesday that his garage and pickup had been burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Hi-Stepper Homecoming Head Country Bar BQ Dinner. Friday October 2, 5:00-7:00 p.m., High School Cafeteria, $5.00, Take-Out Available. adv. Abandoned Vehicle — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the 1100 block of North Ash Street at 1:57 p.m. Tuesday that an abandoned vehicle was being towed from the scene. Deadwood Dames — The Deadwood Dames will begin a new season of meetings Thursday. It will be held at 11 a.m. at the Golden Corral. Call Don Sawyer, your full time chimney sweep since 1975.Efficient and no mess. Call 1-800-974-8698, in Ponca 762-8883. adv. Forged Check — An employee at Wal-Mart reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 11:35 a.m. Tuesday that a forged check had been received. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Accident — An accident at the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and East Prospect Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 12:37 p.m. Tuesday. Two officers were assigned and a report was taken. Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday 6-8 p.m. 205 West Hartford. adv. Vehicle Towed — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday that a vehicle in the 800 block of Gray Avenue was being towed from the scene for having an expired tag. Need Hearing help? Heartland Hearing Aid Center is here just for you. Conventional, programmable single multi-channel, digital, what’s best for you? Come by or call 1302 North 7th, 767-1961 and find the answer. adv. Parkinson’s Support Group Meets — The Parkinson’s Support Group will meet on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Conference Room C of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Speaker will be Dr. Kersi J. Barucha, Movement Disorder Specialist and Professor of Neurology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He will discuss new trends in treating Parkinson’s Disease. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Car Fire — The Communications Center received a report at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday that a car was on fire at the intersection of South Palm Street and West South Avenue. A unit from the No. 1 fire station responded to handle the situation. Free Sample of Estee Lauder Foundation at John’s Apparel, 205 East Cleveland. adv. Accident — The Ponca City Police Department received a report at 5:10 p.m. Tuesday that a subject on a bicycle had run into a vehicle at the intersection of North Fifth Street and East Hartford Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Head Country, One half bar-b-q chicken with choice of vegetables, $3.95, Thursday, 4-? p.m. 1217 East Prospect. 767-8304. adv. Property Not Returned — A man at a business firm in the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 2:31 p.m. Tuesday that some rental property had not been returned. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Camera Repairs. Graham Photo, 201 North First, Downtown. 765-4348. adv. Vehicle Stolen — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 12:16 a.m. Wednesday that a vehicle had been stolen from a parking lot in the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. The vehicle was later towed from an accident scene at 1:06 a.m., when it hit a pole at the intersection of South Fourteenth Street and East South Avenue. Windshield Chips repaired professionally. Guaranteed and insurance approved. Ponca Glass, 762-6522, 762-7957. adv. Check for Smoke — The Communications Center received a 911 call from a resident in the 1900 block of North Osage Street at 5:27 p.m. Tuesday that the smoke alarm was going off and smoke was in the house. Units from all fire stations responded to the scene, but the incident was a smell from the heater, and there was no fire. WWF Breakdown: In your house. Non-stop wrestling action coming on pay per view. Sunday September 27th at 7:00 p.m., $29.95. For advance ordering call Cable One at 762-6684 or order within one hour of event start time 1-800-497-2410. adv. Vehicle Hits Garage — A man reported from the 900 block of East Hazel Avenue reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 5:55 p.m. Tuesday that a pickup had hit his garage and the driver left the scene. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. State Certified DUI School Bridgeway, Inc. is Kay Co.'s only local non-profit organization that offers both mid week and weekend DUI Schools and Assessments. Next school scheduled Friday September 25th and, Saturday Saturday 26th, starting at 5:30 p.m. We now offer the 24 hr. DUI School. Call 762-1462 for res- ervations and information. adv. Skateboarders Cited — The Ponca City Police Department received a report at 8:13 p.m. Tuesday from a business in the 2900 block of North Fourteenth Street that several skateboarders were on the parking lot. An officer was assigned and six juvenile citations were issued. Disturbance — An employee at a business in the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street requested assistance with a subject at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday. Three officers were assigned and a request for a warrant was made for the destruction of private property. Used Book Sale! Large Selection priced $.25 to $.95. Brace Books, 2205 N. 14th. adv. Accident — The Communications Center received a report of an accident at 5:58 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of North Fifth Street and East Brookfield Avenue. Two officers were assigned and a report was taken. Vehicle Vandalized — A woman was at the Ponca City Police Department at 4:55 p.m. Tuesday to report that her vehicle had been vandalized while parked in the 2900 block of North Fourteenth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Street Closed — The 400 block of East Grand Avenue will be closed from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Thursday while Stolhand Heat and Air will be setting air conditioning units on the roof of a business. LIFESTYLESRho Chapter Members Meet Rho Chapter Members MeetThere were nine members present for the recent meeting of Rho Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority in the home of Carol Nielson. Bambi Correll, vice president, presided at the meeting and Jan Leach, recording secretary, read the minutes. Debbie McClaskey, treasurer, gave the financial report and reminded members about chapter dues. The Beta Sigma Phi cookbooks were distributed as were copies of poems, “The A-Z of Friendship” and “A Vanished Friend.” Ms. Nielson won the traveling basket and Ms. Correll won the mystery gift. The next meeting will be Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. at the McClaskey home. Selection of the chapter’s Valentine Queen will be made. Beginning Day for the chapter was a baked potato supper held Aug. 27 at Bambi Correll’s home. Jan Leach won the mystery gift. Announcement was made that Kim Youngblood and Debbie Turner would be taking a leave of absence. The City Council report included the Valentine Ball Feb. 13 at the Elks Lodge. A “Hobo” family cookout will be held Oct. 24 at the Correll home and will include a hayride and Halloween treats for the children. Miss Ponca City Contest SaturdayThe Miss Ponca City Queen contest will be held Saturday at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. One of the candidates for the queen title this year is Adriane Kay Hines, daughter of James Hines, 2601 Ames. She is president of the First Church of God youth group and is a junior student at Ponca City High School. A member of the Foreign Language Club, she enjoys singing, dancing and collecting cow miniatures. Tickets are available from the contestants or by contacting Jackie Cutler Ingram at 762-0437, or Vicki Graves at 765-8679 and 765-4736. The contest begins at 2 p.m. and serving as Master of Ceremonies will be KPNC personality, Mark Bersche. Contestants will be judged on poise, appearance and personality. They will also be judged on a 3-5 minute presentation which will include personal resume information, and the answers to the questions of “Why I Want to be Miss Ponca City” and “What Ponca City Means to Me.” The winner of the contest will be awarded a trophy and prizes, and represent Ponca City as a Visiting Queen in the Arkalalah, Arkansas City’s annual Halloween Festival, slated for Oct. 30 and 31. Miss Ponca City also acts as a goodwill ambassador, and attends various functions and speaking engagements throughout her year’s reign as her personal schedule allows. Mrs. McCartney Hosts MeetingThe Busy Bee Club met Sept. 16 at the home of Beulah McCartney, 1029 Brentwood. There were six members and one guest, Bobbie Jean Gerdes of Houston, Texas, daughter of Mrs. McCartney, present. Helen Taylor led the group in “The Lord’s Prayer” and the salute to the flag. Viola Haley gave the devotion “Friendship.” Helen Hiskett gave the treasurer’s report and roll call response was “something of interest.” Helen Hiskett will take the club donation to the Child Development center and the Thanksgiving project was discussed. Following the meeting games were played with winners being Ruth Case and Ms. Gerdes. Helen Taylor won the mystery bowl prize. The next meeting of the Busy Bee Club will be a Birthday Luncheon at the Pioneer Technology Center on Oct. 7. Bits and PiecesOCUBecky Walker, daughter of Bill and Lyda Walker of Ponca City, has been selected to serve as coordinator for Theta Theta Theta, a social service club at Oklahoma Christian University for 1998-99. Walker is a senior student majoring in broadcasting/public relations. News Policy: Birthday Photo, Story For 90+As a service to readers of The Ponca City News the Lifestyles section will include a picture and brief story concerning a resident’s 90th and older birthday. This policy will take effect beginning Oct. 1. When submitting information please give date of birth and details concerning receptions, mailing address for cards, etc. Pictures will be returned when an address is included. Mail or bring information to the Lifestyles Desk, P. O. Box 191, Ponca City, OK 74601. SPORTSCat Cornerback Feeling Lonesome Cat Cornerback Feeling LonesomeBy FRED HILTON News Sports Editor Wildcat cornerback Jared Sindelar may be feeling a little like Deion Sanders of the Dallas Cowboys. No, Sindelar hasn’t made a crucial interception and run it back for a game-winning touchdown — yet. He hasn’t had the chance. But like the storied Deion, opposing quarterbacks have studiously avoided throwing to Sindelar’s side of the field. “The coaches upstairs (scouts) know where our experience is,” Po-Hi defensive coordinator Jerry Hill says. “I’ve been lucky,” the modest Sindelar says. Sindelar has been hooked up against some of the speediest receivers opposing teams have to offer. For the most part he’s been able to cover them like a blanket, whether its been in zone coverage or man-for-man. In the last couple of games, quarterbacks haven’t even bothered to look at his side of the field. The 5-7, 160-pound senior has been a solid anchor for a young and inexperienced secondary that is starting to come together as a solid unit. The Cats have given up yardage and touchdowns through the air in the first three games of the season, but those yards are getting harder and harder to come by. Last Friday, Tulsa Memorial’s quarterback went to the “other” side of the field once too often and paid for it as sophomore J. Michael Sharon grabbed off the Cats’ first interception of the season and set up the Poncans’ final score in a 35-14 win. The Ponca City defense, which had been victimized in the first two games of the season, shut down Memorial until the final period and Sindelar sees more of that type of play ahead by the Poncans. “We worked very hard in practice last week,” Sindelar said of the Cats’ success. “We had some really good practices and they paid off. We have been working on containing the run inside and we did that Friday night.” The Wildcat defense will get one of its toughest test this Friday when they face the No. 6 ranked Stillwater. Earlier this week Sindelar said he wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the Pioneers, who will be going against the Cats in this intense rivalry without a Holliday at quarterback for the first time in almost eight years. But Sindelar and the Cats know Stillwater still has talent and they also know the importance of the first District 6A-3 game of the season for the Cats. “Our defense is still gaining experience,” Sindelar says. “But we’re getting there.” Cougar Football ReportMid-High 8th Grade 19, Ark City 0 ARK CITY — After a second-week loss to Derby, last week, the Mid-High eighth grade footballers blanked Ark City, 19-0, Tuesday. After four straight fumbles to start the game, it was the Cougars who finally found the handle. The Poncans got on the board early in the half, with quarterback Steven Morris plowing in from a yard out. Kyle Megenity’s PAT was good. In the second quarter, MiMi Miller intercepted a pass, setting up a 20-yard gain by Nate Macy and an 18-yard touchdown run by Morris. The Cougars’ final score would come in the second half, with a 80 yard kickoff return by Miller. Nathan Newland then intercepted a pass late in the game to seal the Cougars’ shutout effort. “We got everyone in the game, about 40 kids, and everyone had a good time,” said coach Brad Parent. “Everyone did a really good job of bouncing back after last week.” The eighth graders play host to Stillwater, Oct. 1. Jenks 14, Mid-High Freshmen 0 JENKS — After two impressive wins to start their season, the Mid-High freshmen footballers dropped to 2-1, Tuesday, falling 14-0 to Jenks. After scoring on a 65-yard pass play on the second play from scrimmage, Jenks added another score — on a 35 yard pass play — shortly before half to conclude the scoring. Though the Poncans moved the ball well — getting within Jenks’ 2-yard line at one point in the second half — penalties and field position conspired to doom the Cougars. “It was just a bunch of little things all the way through,” said coach Brad Larimer. “We missed a lot of assignments, and we never really got into the game.” The Cougars play again next Tuesday, traveling to Sand Springs. BASS Champs Host TourneyThe Ponca City Bassmasters, once again state BASS Federation champions, will host the 20th annual Budweiser Tournament on Kaw Lake Oct. 3-4, starting at Osage Cove. The boat inspection will start at 6:15 a.m. The entry fee is $60 per team with the proceeds going to the club sponsored youth activities. There is a 70 percent payback to 10 percent of the field. The Ponca City Bassmasters recently won the state BASS championship held in high winds and rain at Grand Lake. The six-member Ponca City team hauled in 82.02 pounds of bass to outdistance second-place Owasso Bassmasters by more than 10 pounds, The Tulsa United Bassmasters were third with 66.9 pounds. The Poncans provided balanced fishing with Eric Wilson weighing in 18.10 pounds, Don Linder 17.04 pounds, Robert Cartlidge 16.10 and Jody Linder 13.08. Bill Stuever had the Big Bass, a 5.4-pound largemouth.
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