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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, September 19, 1999 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALParents As Teachers Set To Begin Here Parents As Teachers Set To Begin HerePonca City Schools are starting a nationally acclaimed early childhood program “Parents As Teachers.” This will be a voluntary program, which is free to any expectant parent or those who have children newborn to three years old. The Oklahoma Parents As Teachers (OPAT) program includes: — Personal visits by a professionally trained parent educator. — Free developmental screenings. — Group meetings on a wide variety of child rearing topics. — Resource network to help find resources beyond the scope of OPAT. The goal is to provide all families with support in helping you to become your child’s best fire teacher. An informational meeting and enrollment night will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Family Resource Center, 700 West Broadway. Contact Shawn Krehbiel, certified parent educator, at 767-9509 for more information or questions. Ambucs Setting Several Events For Police Dog FundsThe Ponca City Noon Ambucs are still raising funds for purchasing a K-9 dog for the Ponca City Police Department. To date, over $2,000 has been raised towards their goal of raising $25,000. Several fund raising projects are set for the near future. On Sept. 26, Putt-Putt will host a fund raiser starting at 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Individuals can play two games for $5. Also, there will be several contests including a “Deuces Only” tournament, balloon blowing contest, and a closest to the hole contest. For more information, call Steve Westerman at 765-2121. On Saturday, Oct. 2, the Ponca City Bassmasters will host a benefit tournament on Sooner Lake. The tournament will pay back 70 percent of the entry fees as prize money and donate 30 percent towards the Ambucs K-9 project. Furthermore, the Bassmasters will guarantee a $500 first prize. For additional information, call Bill Stuever at 762-9949. City CalendarItems for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon. Anytime FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs). Alcoholics Anonymous, Alano Group, Ponca City’s first established AA Group, meets at Noon and 8 p.m., seven days a week. All noon meetings open, all 8 p.m. meetings closed except Fridays, 603 South First Street. Today Fine Arts Festival, Ponca City Arts Center. Monday Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, Ponca City, call Beth Wright, 765-6738 for additional information. Ponca City Alliance for Youth Teen Pregnancy Prevention Taskforce, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church Teen Pep Room, instead of Lincoln Center. Tuesday Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center. Kaw Lake Association, noon, Golden Corral, North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue, note change of meeting place. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, corner U.S. 60E and Keeler Road, new volunteers always welcome. Wednesday Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Planning and Engineering Conference Room, Suite 305, 400 East Central Avenue. Progressive Pitch, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Thursday Woodlands Elementary School PTA “Crazy Days” Carnival, 5-7:30 p.m., 2005 East Woodlands, hotdogs and submarine sandwiches, 27 game booths to enjoy, money raised to support 1999-2000 PTA projects. American Legion Huff-Minor Post 14, 7:30 p.m., Post Home, 407 West South Avenue. Friday End of month Bingo Party, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Friday-Saturday Annual Standing Bear Powwow, grand entry 7 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, dancing and competitions to follow, Standing Bear Park, U.S. 60 and U.S. 177, food and Native American crafts and art vendors, admission, parking and camping free, call 762-1514 for more information. Saturday American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 407 West South Avenue, Ponca City, adults $3.50, children under 12 $2, children under six free, proceeds to Children and Youth Activities. Project K-9 Fund Raiser, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Putt Putt Miniature Golf Course, 1500 East Prospect Avenue, two games $5, other games and prizes, balloon blowing contest, close to the hole contest, lowest game, deuces only tournament, information 765-2121 after 5 p.m. September 26 American Legion Post 14 Golf Scramble, cut off date Sept. 22, 5 p.m., must pay when signing up, Lew Wentz Golf Course, Ponca City, contact Ray Lunsford or Maurice Johnson 580-765-9073. CROP Walk, 3 p.m., First Christian Church, North Fifth Street and East Cleveland Avenue, youth especially encouraged to come and participate. September 27 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Commissioner’s Room, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. September 28 Alzheimer’s Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room A, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City. September 29 Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Board Meeting, 1 p.m., Main Street Office, 117 North Third Street. Animal Control Commission, 5 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 1 Denim Day Fund Raiser for Breast Health Education and Mammograms for underserved, St. Joseph Medical Foundation, 765-0301. Historic Preservation Panel, noon, Planning and Engineering Conference Room, 400 East Central Avenue, Suite 305. October 2 United Ostomy Association of Ponca City/Stillwater, World Ostomy Day, 2-5 p.m., St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City. October 2-3 Oktoberfest, Marland Mansion. Kaw Challenge, Mountain Bikes. October 4 Church Women United Board Meeting, 9:30 a.m., St. John Baptist Church, 1009 South Eleventh Street. Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioners’ Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 4-8 Fire Prevention Week, school assemblies, random smoke detector checks. October 5 Planning Commission Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Central Avenue. October 6 Energy Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 7 Kay-9 Dog Training Club, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library, public welcome, information 762-9053 or 762-7360. October 8 Annual Fall Salad Luncheon and Bake Sale, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, adults $5, children $2.50. October 9 RSVP Fund Raiser, Grand Central Station, South Fifth Street and East Central Avenue, Ponca City, Senior bingo begin 3:30 p.m., vendor fair begins 4:30 p.m., senior entertainment 6 p.m., dance at 7:15 p.m., come early or come late, an evening designed for fun, call 762-9412 for information on reserving your space at the senior gala event of the year. Household Hazardous Waste Day, Conoco. October 11 Ponca City Board of commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioners’ Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 12 Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. AARP, 12:30 p.m., Wheatheart Nutrition Center. McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., McCord School Library. Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road. October 13 Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club, 9:30 a.m., for more information call 762-9866 or 718-0314. Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sunroom, 1000 East Grand Avenue. Rural Water, Sewer and Solid Waste Management District No. 3, 7 p.m., Braden Community Center. October 14 Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., Broadway Plaza, 201 East Broadway Avenue. Agrarian Club, 6 p.m., Southwest Meeting Room, Western Sizzlin’. American Legion Huff-Minor Post 14, 7:30 p.m., Post Home, 407 West South Avenue. October 15 Historic Preservation Panel Work Session, noon, Planning and Engineering Conference Room, 400 East Central Avenue, Suite 305. Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 16 “Fall Fling” annual event fund raiser for St. Joseph Medical Foundation, 6:30-10 p.m., Marland Mansion, call 765-0301 for tickets. October 18 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioners’ Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm, call Beth Wright, 765-6738 for information. October 19 Kaw Lake Association, noon, Golden Corral, North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue, Ponca City. Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center. DAV, 7 p.m., 401 South Lincoln Street. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, corner U.S. 60E and Keeler Road, new volunteers always welcome. October 20 Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center Sunroom, 1000 East Grand Avenue. October 21 Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., Municipal Courtroom, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 23 Kay County Shrine Club presents Matt and Robyn, a Branson Type Show, Country, Gospel, Comedy, 7:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial Auditorium, Fifth Street and Overbrook Avenue, tickets (580) 765-5676. Fine Arts Festival Crowd Able To Enjoy Event Despite RainBy SALLY HODGES News Staff Writer Despite the threatening skies and occasional showers, the Fine Arts Festival was well attended by citizens of Ponca City Saturday, and the silver anniversary of the festival will continue today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. On tap is the awards presentation at 2 p.m. followed by a drawing for a $500 gift certificate to be used at the art show; the winner must be present to collect. New this year is the “art car” available to be decorated with miscellaneous items either supplied by the Art Center or by visitors to the show. Citizens are invited to come out and have fun decorating the car, which was donated by Jack Bowker Ford for the festivities. Purchase award participants had made their choices as evidenced by the pink ribbons attached to various artworks, designating that the item had been purchased and was no longer available for sale. The Ponca City Art Association is sponsoring the juried art show with approximately 61 artists showcasing their vast array of artwork. According to Donna Secrest, office manager of the Ponca City Art Association, the Art Association members were quite pleased with the number of purchase awards pledged. An artist, showcasing his work at the festival for the first time, was overheard remarking that he was very impressed with the quality of art shown at the festival. The selection of artwork available is sure to please any connoisseur, and there is surely something for everyone. Artwork of every medium is on display and available for purchase from bronze sculptures to small etchings. There is pottery as well as intricate pen and ink drawings accented with oils and watercolors. Paintings done in oils, watercolors, acrylics, and pastels alike display a broad range of imagery to include still life, flowers, wildlife, country scenes, and cowboys and Indians. Many of the watercolors are exquisite and quite lifelike, and the oils and acrylics are a joy to view. Some of the paintings are big and bold, others are subtle and muted. A number of booths are devoted to jewelry — mostly silver, but other varieties as well are on display. Wood sculptures and photography are available as well as sculptured paintings and glass work. The public is encouraged to visit the festival Sunday to enjoy the fine art presented by the artists and to sign up for a chance to win the $500 gift certificate. Cherokee Strip Exhilarating By NoontimeBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer On Saturday the 13th Annual Cherokee Strip Cook-Off began with sprinkling rain and exhilarated to drizzle at noon as the public tasting began. However, shortly afterwards the rain stopped making it a pleasant day for cookers and tasters alike at Wentz Camp. Hundreds of volunteers gave up their Saturday to help put on the event, hosted by Professionals Today, and benefiting Hospice of Ponca City. Plus a number of local cooking teams entered barbecue or chili categories. Mr. BBQ Living up to his name “Mr. BBQ,” Marlin Unruh of Galva, Kan. accumulated enough overall points to be crowned the Oklahoma Barbecue champion here Saturday in the KCBS sanctioned Oklahoma Barbecue Championship. The barbecue competition had 34 entries this year Bob and Betty Snelson of Kansas City were the KCBS officials. Barbecue and chili awards were presented by Cook-off Chairman Loretta Leathers. Karen Furman was co-chairman. Lisa Coy was mistress of ceremonies for the stage area, where the entertainment performed throughout the day. The champion won by placing first in pork; first in brisket third in chicken and fourth in pork ribs. He won a smoker from Kingfisher Kountry Kookers and total cash prizes of $775. The grand prize was presented by Ora Yoder with Kingfisher Kountry Kookers, who was named as the winner of the “Friend of the Cook-off Award.” Reserve Grand Champion went to Head Country II, Ponca City, with Paul Schautte as the head cook. Head Country II scored first in pork ribs, seventh in pork and fifth in brisket. People’s Choice Barbecue Award was won by Ody’s Booger Red of Ponca City. This team accumulated the most votes from the tasting public. The Backyard division was won by Red Hot Chili Peppers, second was Head Country II Jr., Sample This was third and Hoxie Heart Burn was fourth. Chili Champion First place in Cherokee Strip CASI sanctioned Chili Sam Johnson of Ponca City, sponsored by the Ted Wilkinson Construction. Johnson’s chili was named TWC Lifter. Johnson earned four points towards the World Chili Cook-off. There were 16 chili entries. Tom Sneider of Tulsa was the referee. Placing second was Fat Daddy and Old Woman, Arkansas City, three points; Third was Chihuahua Chili by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, a Conoco team, two points. Fourth was Tom Sneider, Tulsa; Sample This, Ponca City, fifth, a Conoco team, Ponca City. Sixth was Butt Good Chili, of Garland, Texas; 101 Wild West Chili, Ponca City, seventh: Jewel’s Three Meat Chili, Wichita, eighth; and ninth place was unclaimed, and the Army Reserve Chili, Ponca City, tenth. People’s choice was Cast Iron Chili. The showmanship award for chili was won by Viagra Chili, which was the Ambuc team, and it also won the best civic chili award. Chihuahua won second and Sample This, third, both Conoco teams. Fourteen teams entered the beans category and thee were 18 entries in sauce. Double C of Stillwater won both categories. A new division this year was Children’s Barbecue. There were six entries and the winner was Whitney Teel of Claremore cooking as “Buffalo’s Child. Next was Double l C with Ryan Carrier as cook, an Stage Coach Child was third. Proceeds for Hospice were garnered in a number of ways. Besides the entree fees, and the 57 judges, who donated to judge the barbecue and the chili. Retail items were tee-shirts, mugs and other items were sold along with the tasting kits, breakfast for the public, desserts and ice cream and the children’s games brought in more money. Donations were important too. These came in the way of sponsorships, cash, in kind services and merchandise. Conoco teams, Quality Water and TWC donated their winnings back to Hospice. Barbecue winners in brisket listed receptively were: Mr. BBQ, Galva, Kan.; Double C BBQ, Stillwater; Smoke-N-Bones, Ponca City; Little Round Man, Ponca City, and Head Country II, Ponca City. Pork - Mr. BBQ, Galva, Kan.; PDT, Lenexa, Kan.; Little Round Man, Ponca City; Pepper Mike and Firebreathers, Haysville, Kan., and L& M BBQ, Pryor. Pork ribs - Head Country II, Stage Coach BBQ, Arkansas; Smokin Okie BBQ, Tulsa; Mr. BBQ, Galva, Kan.; Hi-way Men, Topeka, Kan. Chicken - Ring of Fire, Cookson, Okla.; O-KAN-I, Oklahoma City; Mr. BBQ, Galva, Kan.; PDT, Lenexa, Kan., and Jamakin BBQ, Choctaw. Police, City Reach Agreement on ContractThe Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the City of Ponca City jointly announce that they have reached agreement on the 1999-2000 contract. According to Debbie Fralix, Human Resources Director, and Earl Watkins, President, FOP Lodge 103, the agreement provides that police officers will receive the same health insurance coverage and be responsible for the same premium as other city employees. The city manager’s office reported that additionally, in an effort to reach a contract agreement with the city’s firefighters, the City of Ponca City has extended the same offer to those employees. Normal time for the city and the two unions to reach agreement is at the beginning of the fiscal year, which is July 1. Both unions were unable to reach agreement with the administration of the city during the numerous meetings prior to the end of the fiscal year on June 30, and thus the talks went into arbitration in efforts to come up with solutions to the issues that were on the table. Nearly NewsThanks to a storm that moved across Ponca City on Sept. 10, the girls that attended the Mini Cheer Clinic were not able to perform. It has been brought to NN’s attention that the participants will perform during halftime of the Sept. 24 football game against Stillwater. A practice for preschool through sixth graders will be on Sept. 22 from 5 to 6 p.m. at RFH. For more information call 762-1007. ———— Kiwanis Club of Ponca City encourages the community to learn about Iodine Deficiency Disorder on the ABC TV newsmagazine program 20/20 on Friday, Sept. 24, and watch for more information on what can be done to help eliminate this disorder. IDD prevention is an international project for Kiwanis. ———— If you thought reruns happened only on television, think again! NN points out in today’s special “Fall Home Improvement” section, the advertisements on two of the pages were accidentally repeated, which means that a few other ads got left out. Please look for the missing ads in the main section of today’s News, grouped under a special heading. An Eye for HorsesBLACKWELL — In this year’s 4-H and FFA horse judging contest at the Kay County Free Fair, Ponca City students seemed to dominate one level of the competition and Blackwell students seemed to dominate the other level. However, Braman and Tonkawa made themselves known too. Winners at the FFA level were Courtney Hill, Ponca City FFA, first place; J. Paul Buford, Ponca City FFA, second place; Shanna Johnson, Ponca City FFA, third place, and Shandi Deboard, Braman FFA, fourth place. Winners at the 4-H level of the contest were Chad Courtney, (OK Okies) Blackwell, first place; Kendra Ray, (Kay County Mounties) Tonkawa, second place; Luke Blanton, (OK Okies) Blackwell, third place; Skye Bergman, (OK Okies) Blackwell, fourth place, and Janice Blanton (OK Okies) Blackwell, fifth place. Hurry to Vote Absentee Oct. 12NEWKIRK — Voters in Kay County who want to have absentee ballots mailed to them for the Oct. 12 Ponca City municipal election should apply now, said election board secretary Carol Stafford. The last time to request an absentee ballot will be Oct. 6. Stafford urges voters who want to vote by absentee ballot to apply early. Application forms are available at the county election board office located at the Kay County Courthouse here. Between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot in any election in which he or she is eligible to vote. Phone is 580-362-2130. Voters do not need to give a reason or excuse for voting absentee, she said, but the law still provides several excuses and it is to the advantage of some voters to use one of them. Voters can activate some special conditions that make it easier for them to use absentee ballots. The conditions include: • Voters who are physically incapacitated and voters who care for physically incapacitated persons who cannot be left unattended may vote absentee. They may apply only by mail or by telegraph. • Voters who are confined to nursing homes in the county may vote absentee. An absentee voting board actually goes to the nursing home a few days before the election, sets up a small polling place and allows these persons to vote under circumstances similar to those at a regular polling place. FAA Inspector Sees Stories in Old PlanesSTILLWATER (AP) — Oh sure, flying a Lear jet has its moments. They’re sleek, fast and high tech — just not terribly romantic. If it’s romance you want, you’ll have to turn back the clock. So says Scott Thompson, an FAA inspector and aviation historian who spends a lot of time in modern jets, but whose passion is World War II military aircraft. Thompson, the author of five books on aviation history and a resident of Sacramento, Calif., was in Stillwater Friday for a tour of the Stillwater Airport Memorial Museum (SAMM). ‘‘I get to fly Lear jets for a living, and I enjoy that kind of flying, but there’s something about these old airplanes,’’ Thompson said. ‘‘Like a good old radial engine firing up with a lot of smoke, a lot of noise and a lot of backfiring. You just don’t get that in a modern airplane.’’ Flying today is more sterilized, Thompson said, with pilots more and more resembling systems managers. ‘‘It takes just as much talent, but it’s a different kind of talent,’’ he said. ‘‘And most of these guys flying these (vintage) airplanes only had a couple hundred hours of flight time. You’d see a 20-year-old kid out there flying a B-17 with nine men in his command.’’ Stillwater’s Searcy Field was one of six repositories in the nation and one of three in Oklahoma for surplus fighters, bombers, trainers and transports immediately following World War II. In all, 475 planes were flown into Stillwater for temporary storage beginning in 1945. In 1946, movie stunt pilot Paul Mantz bought the entire lot from the government for $55,425. Mantz kept 12 planes and sold the rest for scrap. Pieces from the Searcy Field ‘‘Air Force’’ are now the centerpiece of the museum’s collection. ‘‘I think it’s a great museum,’’ Thompson said. ‘‘It really is nicely put together. It’s a real resource that most towns don’t have.’’ Woody Harris, SAMM founder and director, said Thompson gave the museum its first national exposure in a 1994 article for the American Aviation Historical Society. ‘‘To us, it’s really something to have him here,’’ Harris said. John Dienst, an Enid aviation historian working on a book about the Searcy Field airplanes, said Thompson’s emotional as well as his intellectual attachment to World War II aircraft allowed him to produce quality work. ‘‘It is such a pleasure to meet somebody who has that much knowledge that when I explain something I don’t have to explain it to them two or three times,’’ Dienst said. Thompson’s most recent book, published by Aero Vintage, is ‘‘The B-25 Mitchell in Civil Service,’’ tracing every B-25 bomber that entered civilian use following the war. ‘‘A lot of them don’t exist any longer, but they were operated by civilians for things like fire-fighting or movie production,’’ Thompson said. The book includes photographs of at least one of the surviving Searcy Field B-25s — one of the bombers purchased by Paul Mantz and modified for use as a camera plane. Mantz was killed in 1965 during filming of ‘‘The Flight of the Phoenix.’’ Thompson’s current project — which will feature a piece on Searcy Field — will examine military aircraft ‘‘boneyards’’ from the end of World War II to the present. He said the United States had 70,000 to 80,000 surplus after World War II alone. Thompson admits he’s sorry he wasn’t around back then to get his hands on some of those gas-guzzling, fire-belching, surplus war machines. ‘‘Actually, if I were going to do it all over again I probably would’ve started a company that restores these airplanes,’’ he said. ‘‘It’s a fairly lucrative business right now and it’s certainly where my interest is.’’ Restorers today, since virtually every intact plane has already been snatched up, have begun looking for crashed planes to restore, Thompson said. He estimated that thousands of wrecked planes — military and civilian — litter the mountains of California alone. He added that recently he went to see a World War II-era B-17C still sitting in the mountains near Sacramento where it crashed decades ago. At the SAMM display table, Thompson picked up a mottled aluminum inspection cover, just one of hundreds of pieces found in the ground around the airport, and stressed that every scrap has a story to tell. ‘‘A lot of stuff might not mean much to some people,’’ he said. ‘‘But if you look at the parts — the pieces of metal that came off these airplanes that mostly served in combat over in Europe and the Pacific in the war — there’s dramatic history to each one of these parts. Trying to figure out that history is the key.’’ Besides their value as a historical resource, Thompson added, some of the museum’s parts could be extremely valuable to someone trying to restore a vintage craft to its original configuration. Others are equally valuable for sentimental reasons, he said. Thompson believes the museum’s parts hunters have barely scratched the surface — literally. ‘‘A lot of stuff is still buried out there,’’ he said. ‘‘If guys like Woody and John don’t do it, nobody’s going to do it and this stuff would just sit out here in the field and rot away.’’ Oklahoma Hall of Honor Will Induct Ponca City ManOKLAHOMA CITY — Dr. Thomas Cowley of the Ponca Playhouse will be inducted into Oklahoma Community Theatre Association’s Hall of Honor at its 30th anniversary Awards Gala in Oklahoma City on Saturday. Also to be inducted are Mike Perkins of Clinton’s Southwest Playhouse and Gene Williams of Hobart’s Shortgrass Playhouse. Tickets for the Awards Gala, which includes dinner and entertainment, are $35 per person. Net proceeds from the event will benefit OCTA’s Festival Endowment, established to assure and perpetuate the statewide festival of plays, and will be applied to a matching grant from Mr. John Kirkpatrick for OCTA’s Designated Endowment Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. The Hall of Honor inducts individuals who have made outstanding contributions to state and local community theater and have been involved in multiple aspects of theater work. Since its inception in 1987, only 17 individuals have been so honored. Past inductees have been from Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Clinton, Duncan, Stillwater, Bartlesville, Lawton, Ardmore, and Watonga. In addition to a strolling violinist, Broadway show tunes will be presented by well-known Oklahoma City actress and singer, Mary Freeh, a member of “The Sisters of Swing” and “The Back Row,” popular vocal groups. Freeh, well-known to Oklahoma City theater patrons, was recently seen in Carpenter Square Theatre’s “Changin’ Lanes” and Jewel Box Theatre’s “Groucho” and will be reprising her highly acclaimed performance in Mark Houston’s “Six Women With Brain Death” at CST next June. For further information, contact OCTA, (405) 236-0788 (phone) or (405) 236-3082 (fax), or mail check and reservations to OCTA Gala, 120 N. Robinson, Suite 1805, OKC, 73102-7400. Ponca Playhouse Opening Friday With Pointed ComedyTickets are now on sale for the Ponca Playhouse production of Del Shore’s “Daughters of the Lone Star State.” The show runs Sept. 24-26 and Oct. 1-2 at the Poncan Theatre. This pointed comedy is directed by Kenn Wessel. The “Daughters” are members of a do-gooding ladies organization in Lowake, Texas. They’ve gathered together on Dec. 23, for their big membership drive, but things are not going according to plan. It seems no one in Lowake wants anything to do with this ultra-conservative group of well-off WASPS. The only prospects for the group are definitely not “Daughters” material. This colorful group of women includes Mildred Keifner (Kris DeYoe), a self-appointed local singing star; Liddy Bell Cartwright (Vickie McCabe) opinionated and domineering president of the “Daughters;” and Clara Bell Ivey (Carol Harris), Liddy Bell’s sister - the ultimate follower. Also Darlene Parsons (Karen Rivers) a selfish, rich and a functional alcoholic; Lola Faye Barnes (Crystal Layton) former “white trash” now well-off and a willing potential member; Lois Weelis (Betty Hinshaw) a charter member of the group who still speaks her mind. Also Cookie Hawkins (Shelley Kennedy) founder of “Daughters,” Darlene’s mother, and quite senile; Ima Jean Winkler-Gomez (Ashley Root) more “white trash,” with a need to belong; Vergie Hopkins (Nancy Hicks Taylor) who constantly stirs things up in the complacent group; Doll Johnson (Dolley Rolland) Darlene’s black maid, and a strong woman who “knows her place.” Sharon Johnson (Shawna Rolland) Doll’s daughter, who is bold, successful and fed up. Production staff for “Daughters” includes Ponca Playhouse members and volunteers, Sonny Sage as producer; Cheryl Mauk, producer trainer; Carey Emig, stage manager; Dave Guinn, assistant stage manager; Dave Guinn, assistant stage manager trainee; Gary Owen, light design; Ivery Allen, light design trainer; Will Emig, light board operator; Stan Hinshaw, sound board technician, sound design, and sound board operator. Kim Veltman, Ann Englehorn and Nastashia Copple are in charge of costuming, Paula Glenn, Linda Colvin and Cathey Beasley are properties with Diane Malone as properties trainer. Ron Hernandez is set design and construction, assisted by Pete Shields; Marsha Shields is photographer/program editor; Linda Cowley is publicity; and Cheryl Mauk, “Curtain Call” editor. Lonnie Stone and Kelly Johnson are creating the video recording; Nancy Hicks Taylor and Dolley Rolland are t-shirt coordinators and Christina Rich-Splawn is cover designer. Conoco Inc. is corporate sponsor for “Daughters of the Lone Star State” with additional funding provided by the Oklahoma Arts Council. The Playhouse box office is now located in the old Martin Furniture Store building across the street from the Poncan Theatre in downtown Ponca City. Box office will be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and tickets may also be purchased at the Poncan Theatre, just prior to show time on Friday Saturday and Sunday. For more reservation information call 765-5360 during box office hours. All performances are at 8 p.m. except the 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. School MenusElementary Breakfast Monday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal or pop tart, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — Waffles and bacon or cereal or pop tart, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Elementary Lunch Monday — Cheese stix with marinara sauce or ravioli with garlic bread, fresh broccoli with ranch dressing, fresh fruit, Oreos, saltine crackers or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken ringers with hot roll or hot pocket (pepperoni), mashed potatoes and gravy, seasoned green beans, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill pickle or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef and cheese tacos or corn dogs, refried beans, fresh fruit, corn, Rocky Road pudding, saltine crackers, dill pickle or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Thursday — Taco Bell chili and cheese burrito or hamburger, tossed salad with ranch dressing, french fries, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill pickle or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Friday — Steakfingers with hot roll or pretzel with cheese sauce, whipped potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, glazed carrots, chocolate chip cookies, saltine crackers, dill pickle or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. West Middle School Lunch Available on Monday through Friday at the Middle School is Domino’s Pizza. Monday — Ravioli with garlic bread, fresh broccoli with ranch dressing, fresh fruit, Oreos, saltine crackers or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken ringers with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, seasoned green beans, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill pickle or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef and cheese tacos, refried beans, fresh fruit, corn, Rocky Road pudding, saltine crackers, dill spears or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Thursday — Taco Bell chili and cheese burrito, tossed salad with ranch dressing, french fries, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears or baked potato with the fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Friday — Steakfingers with hot roll, whipped potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, glazed carrots, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears or pasta with the fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. East Middle School Lunch Available at the Mid-High Monday through Friday are Domino’s and Subway. Monday — Ravioli with garlic bread, fresh broccoli with ranch dressing, Oreos, fresh fruit, dill spears or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken ringers with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, seasoned green beans, fresh fruit, dill spears or baked potato and fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef and cheese tacos, refried beans, fresh fruit, corn, Rocky Road pudding, dill spears or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Thursday — Hamburger on a bun, tossed salad with ranch dressing, french fries, fresh fruit, dill pickle or baked potato with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. Friday — Steakfingers with hot roll, whipped potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, glazed carrots, chocolate chip cookies, dill pickles or pasta with fixings, assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, cottage cheese salad or yogurt salad, juice and milk. High School Lunch Available every day at Campus Mart, the Training Table Deli offers a pasta bar, baked potato bar, lean items and fresh fruit. The Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Pizza Inn and Subway. The Retro Mart features a Mexican food, bakery/deli and Italian food courts. Po-Hi Campus Mart Monday — Pizza pockets or ravioli with hot roll, Italian vegetables, veggie dippers, strawberry parfait, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken patty sandwich or cheeseburger, french fries, lettuce and tomato, baked beans, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Wednesday — Meat and cheese nachos or queso and nachos, broccoli with cheese sauce, tossed salad, jalapeno’s, salsa, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Thursday — Burrito with chili cheese or frito chili pie, Jello, corn, jalapeno’s, salsa, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Friday — Chicken strips with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, seasonal fruits, juice and milk. McCord Elementary Breakfast Monday — Cereal, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday — Pancakes and sausage, juice and milk. Wednesday — Cereal, toast, juice and milk. Thursday — Cinnamon rolls, juice and milk. Friday — Sausage biscuits, juice and milk. Lunch Monday — Fish, hashbrowns, mixed veggies, sliced peaches, cornbread and milk. Tuesday — Smokie Joe sausage pretzels, tri-tators, diced pears, green peas and milk. Wednesday — Meat and cheese nachos, mixed fruit, corn, cinnamon rolls and milk. Thursday — Hot dog with relish and mustard, tator tots, green beans, applesauce and milk. Friday — Barbecue sandwich, french fries, dill spear, orange wedge, cookie and milk. Pioneer Technology Center Tuesday — Beef stew, fajita grilled chicken with white bean stew or veggie special, salad bar, soup, assorted vegetables, breads and desserts. Wednesday — Savory swiss steak, pork stir fry or catch of the day, salad bar, soup, assorted vegetables, breads and desserts. Thursday — Beef Diane, chicken cordon bleu or veggie special, salad bar, soup, assorted vegetables, breads and desserts. The cafeteria is open to the public Tuesday through Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to noon. School CalendarPo-Hi Sept. 20 Ninth grade volleyball, Jenks, 1 p.m. Junior varsity and varsity softball against Blackwell at WMS, 4 p.m. Sept. 21 Varsity softball against Stillwater at WMS at 4 p.m. Ninth grade, junior varsity and varsity volleyball at Tulsa, 5:30 p.m. Ninth grade football against Jenks, 6 p.m. Back to School Night at Po-Hi, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 22 MADD Assembly for juniors and seniors at Hutchins Auditorium, 9:15 a.m. MADD Assembly for freshmen and sophomores, Hutchins, 10:15 a.m. Sept. 23 Literacy First training, Assembly Center, 8 a.m. Junior varsity and varsity volleyball against Stillwater, 5 p.m. Cross Country meet at Ark City. Sept. 24 Literacy First training at 8 a.m. Pep assembly at RFH, 9 a.m. Junior varsity and varsity volleyball at Jenks, 1 p.m. Varsity football at Stillwater, 7:30 p.m. Varsity softball at Western Heights Tournament. Sept. 25 ACT testing in the Math/Science/Business Building, 7:45 a.m. Junior varsity and varsity volleyball at Jenks, 8:30 a.m. Varsity softball tournament continues. Teamwork Bicycling Spurs MS Fund EffortTeamwork is a byword when registering for the 1999 MS Cure Tour, a fully-catered two-day bicycle ride hosted by the Oklahoma Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Sept. 25 and 26. Teams, from the minimum number of four persons to the largest group of over 85 members, currently comprise seventy percent of the over four hundred registered riders. Participants leave Tulsa’s Oklahoma National Guard on Saturday, ride to Camp Gruber for overnight and festivities, and return to Tulsa and the Mile 151 party on Sunday. The team spirit prevails among friends, families and corporate employees who pedal to fund research which will end the devastating effects of MS. “It is more fun to ride in an organized ride with people you know and know you can count on,” stated Jeff McCall, Team Captain and Co-Chairman of the MS 150. There are also prize incentives for categories such as highest team pledge average, the team that raises the most money, best team spirit, etc. McCall says “Building a team is simple. Start with a captain and three friends and ask everybody you know who rides. If each friend brings another friend, there is a snowball effect and instant team and camaraderie.” “You can also be a ‘Phantom’ rider who registers, collects pledges and is eligible for a T-shirt and prizes without doing the actual ride.” Join the fun and support the fight to end Multiple Sclerosis. For information, registration forms, etc. call the National MS Society, Oklahoma Chapter, Tulsa 918-488-0882 or statewide, 1-800-777-7814. Diabetes Support Group Will MeetKay County Diabetes Support Group will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Avenue Church of Christ, 1300 West Grand in Ponca City. The program will be presented by a representative from the Diabetic Shoe Company, who will be demonstrating the benefits of therapeutic shoes. For more information call 765-3321 extension 600 or 765-8071. The Kay County Diabetes Support Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month from September to May and all interested persons are invited to attend the meetings. Reading Emphasis, Attendance Policy Given Board ApprovalBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor Ponca City Public Schools will have a new elementary and middle school reading requirement before the next grade promotion. The decision was made after Ponca City Board of Education members took an initiative Monday night to establish a higher standard for education. This new plan requires students in grades K-8 to be within one grade level in reading of the grade to which they are to be promoted. The student will be required to attend summer school if they are below grade level. Students whose reading level remains one grade level below after attending summer school will be retained for the coming school year. The building principal will make the decision to promote or retain the students. The decision to promote special education students will be determined by the IEP team. Parents may appeal the decision to retain a student to the Board of Education following attendance in summer school. New Attendance Policy Students must also have a 90 percent attendance rate at the elementary and middle schools (18 absences). If students fail to meet the requirements they will be retained. Absences can be made up by attending summer school and students could also be promoted if they pass (70 percent) on the Competency Based Exam in reading and math. The plan will also require retention at the middle school for failing in two core subject areas (reading, language arts, math, science and social studies). Dr. Bill White, superintendent, said, “We have learned that the more absences a student has the lower their grades are.” He also stated that questions have risen over various appointments students may have such as going to the doctor. “An absence is an absence. The kids that miss school and make up their work will pass the grade. It’s the students that miss and don’t make up their work that will have problems,” White said. He also stated that the district is expecting much higher numbers for summer school attendance. “We believe that summer school enrollment will reach about 500 students. Once we set the standards, I think our students will work harder; however, the retention numbers will probably go up the first year.” When asked if the attendance policy at the high school would change, White stated that the high school operates on a course-by-course basis. This means that if a student fails a class, they must retake the course either by attending summer school or making up the subject the following year. “The high school policy will not change. They are operating on an 80 percent attendance requirement.” The new policy was effective on Tuesday morning, Sept. 14. Absences prior to Monday night’s board meeting will not count toward the 90 percent attendance policy. Next year, the required attendance policy will start the first day of school. Notices were sent home with all K-8 students Friday explaining the new requirements. Traffic Panel Meets FridayThe Ponca City Traffic Commission will meet Friday, Sept. 24 at 1:15 p.m. at the Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue, to consider a request for a crosswalk on Fairview Avenue north of Hartford Avenue. Tim Burg, on behalf of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, made the request to benefit hospital employees. Traffic Engineer Mike Lane will present information to the board related to traffic studies performed in the area. In other business, the board will receive and consider a request for flashing speed limit 20-mph signs on Bradley Avenue at Fairview Avenue. Parking restrictions on Albany Avenue east of Seventh Street and on Roosevelt Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street will also be discussed. County 4-H Shooting Sports Club To MeetNEWKIRK — The Kay County 4-H Shooting Sports Club’s monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the basement of the county courthouse here. For information, contact club leader Martin Courtney at 580-363-1247. Young Native Americans Will Showcase TraditionsYoung Native Americans, in full dance regalia, will showcase eight traditional contest dances at the last of the Medicine Bag lecture programs Thursday at 7 p.m. Held at the Standing Bear Powwow arena, just west of Standing Bear Park, the program will also feature narrators to explain the meaning and history of the various dances, the symbolism of the dance regalia and the evolution of the powwow itself. According to program coordinator, Lucy Kent, this is an opportunity for people to learn more about Native American traditions and culture. “When people come to a powwow, they can enjoy the activities more if they have a broad understanding of our age-old traditions,” said Kent. Dancers at a powwow may only compete in one division and dress accordingly. One can quickly learn to spot the beautiful leather dresses of the buckskin dancers or the brilliant plumage of the fancy dancers. “Everything in our culture has meaning. Someone attending this program will learn such things as the reason for the specific number of cones on a dress or what the judges are looking for during a competition. It is this kind of understanding that adds depth to our colorful tapestry of cultures.” Kent concluded. Participants in the program will include Jeanna Rush and Tom Baconrind. Kent, Rush and Baconrind are members of the education committee of the Standing Bear Foundation. Kent and Rush are also representatives of the Title IX program in the Ponca City schools. Baconrind is from Hays, Kan., and is a direct descendant of Osage Chief Baconrind. This program is part of the Celebration of Native America held each year in Ponca City, a series of events that incorporates the Medicine Bag lectures, a number of workshops and the Standing Bear Powwow. The Powwow will be held Friday and Saturday. Grand entries will be at 7 p.m. on Friday and 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Other activities include the princess competition which begins at 3 p.m. on Friday and takes place at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse, volleyball and horseshoe tournaments that take place on Saturday, and a teepee contest that will be judged at noon. This year, the Celebration of Native America is sponsored by Standing Bear Native American Foundation, Pioneer Bank and Trust and the Oklahoma Arts Council. For more information on the Celebration of Native America lecture series or the Standing Bear Powwow, call Standing Bear Park, (580) 762-1514. ‘Denim Day ’99’ Set for Oct. 1St. Joseph Regional Medical Center will host “Denim Day ’99” on Friday, Oct. 1. The event is a city-wide fund raising effort that allows employees to wear jeans to work in exchange for a $5, tax-deductible donation. Funds raised through the event will support “Project Pink” — a recently created breast health education and breast cancer screening project that supports the Ponca City and Kay County area. Participating businesses will be asked to display a poster in the front window or door in a show of support for the project. The funds will be administered through St. Joseph Medical Foundation to fund mammograms for those without insurance coverage. To date, 14 businesses have agreed to participate. Sandy Gearhart, Foundation Director, said businesses that already have a casual dress day on Friday or where employees usually wear jeans, may participate, as well. Gearhart said those who are not in the commercial workplace are encouraged to participate, as well. Businesses interested in participating in “Denim Day ’99” need to contact Gearhart at 765-0301, by Sept. 21. Participating businesses will receive a poster for their business and pink ribbons for each $5 donation. This year, more than 180,000 women in the United States will learn for the first time that they have breast cancer, and more than 40,000 women die from the disease. Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in women in America; however, early detection and prompt treatment can significantly reduce the suffering and deaths caused by this disease. In October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph Cancer Center and Soroptimist International will host the Fifth Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. Cathy Keating, Oklahoma’s First Lady, is scheduled to be the featured speaker. The event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marland Estate Chapel and Convention Center. Tickets are available from Soroptimist International Club members or by calling 765-0301. Reservations are required and tickets must be purchased by Oct. 22. Area Festivals, Plans Top Kaw Lake Board AgendaReports on the recent Christmas in September, the upcoming Kaw Challenge Mountain Bike Race and a strategic planning retreat will highlight the monthly board meeting of the Kaw Lake Association Tuesday at noon at Golden Corral. The Kaw Lake Association assisted the Kaw City Chamber with the recent Christmas in September. Members of the association assisted the day of the festival. Executive Director Kathy Tippin will report on the results and plans for the Kaw Challenge Mountain Bike Race to be staged Oct. 2-3 at Burbank Landing on Kaw Lake. In other business, she will report on the association’s participation in the Kansas and Oklahoma State Fairs and Kay County Fair. Kawfest 2000 Chairman Rich Cantillon will report on plans for that event. In new business, President Larry Weems will report on plans for a strategic planning meeting to be held Saturday morning, Oct. 30 at the NOC Conference Center at NOC Cove on Kaw Lake. All board members have been asked to submit goals they would like to see for the association prior to the October board meeting. Following the monthly board meeting, members are encouraged to stay for a training session on advertising for the annual Kaw Lake Magazine. It will be conducted by Gael Hancock of Hancock and Associates, consultant for the magazine. The purpose of the Kaw Lake Association is to build a region-wide partnership of towns, businesses, service agencies, and local governments within the North Central Oklahoma Kaw Lake area. Its mission includes recruitment of a broad membership base, creation of a financial support system, addressing infrastructure needs, tourism development, broadening the business base, and marketing the region as a whole. Individuals who would like to become involved with the Kaw Lake Association should call Tippin, at 580-762-9494 in Ponca City or 1-888-291-4995, ext. 2920. Local Residents To Receive First Water Quality ReportBy PATTI PFEIFFER Special to The News Its blue, rectangular, informative, required by law and soon to invade mailboxes throughout the local “drinking” area. The 1998 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report is scheduled to be mailed next week and it contains information regarding the quality of Ponca City’s drinking water. Although the data contained in the report has been collected, recorded and reported for many years, this year marks the first year it is required to be mailed to water consumers, in accordance with the 1996 Safe Drinking Water Act. “The testing has always been done and reported to the State Health Department and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) but was not readily available to the public,” Public Works Director Ken Parr says. “The EPA saw this mass mailing requirement as a way to remedy to that.” Full of definitions and data, listing contaminates and collection dates and containing 15 letter words which most people have never seen and could never pronounce, the report is certainly thorough. However, Parr says the report was made as simplistic as possible. “Our goal was to present a report that is easy to read and easy to understand and describes the way water quality is determined and measured all without getting too technical,” Parr explains. In addition to water quality test results, the report also includes educational information regarding the source of the local water supply as well as a map indicating the location of the Ponca City water wells. According to Parr, there were 16,000 copies of the report printed and the majority of those will be sent to customers in a two county area. Ponca City not only supplies water to residents within the city limits but also to eight rural water districts. “Those rural water districts have been sent copies of this report and they should be passed on to the consumers,” Parr says. While the report may never make the best sellers list, it is hoped that residents will take the time to read the report. “People should care about the quality of their water, it is important,” Parr says. For those who do not have the time or interest to read the narrative in its entirety, the results can be summed up in one sentence. “The bottom line is that the quality of our drinking water is equal to or better than any in Oklahoma,” the Public Works Director proudly says. Copies of the report are available at the Ponca City Library and also on the City’s web site at www.ci.ponca-city.ok.us Local Authority Encourages Constructing ‘Safe Rooms’A pilot initiative of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Oklahoma Department of Civil Emergency Management and Ponca City Emergency Management to encourage building “safe rooms” or storm shelters, is still available but the deadline looms. Eligibility for the program includes a safe room or storm shelter constructed to the primary residence and the resident be the property owner. “You must register with FEMA by Sept. 30, and complete the shelter within 18 months as of May 3, 1999,” Tom Montgomery of the Ponca City management department said. Phase 1 includes that homeowners who had greater than 50 percent damage to their primary resident as a result of the Ma 3 or 4 tornadoes and put in a shelter. This stipulation holds for residents in one of the disaster declared counties of Ottawa, Crag, Okmulgee, Noble, Payne, Logan, Lincoln, Pottawatomie, Cleveland, McClain, Oklahoma, Grady, Caddo, Canadian, Kingfisher, Tulsa, and Creek, Latimer and LeFlore. Phase 2 would include homeowners who had any damage to their primary residence as a result of the May 3 or 4 storms and put in a shelter, while Phase 3 would include homeowners who live in Oklahoma and build a safe room or storm shelter at their primary residence. Requirements are to construct or have installed a ‘safe room’ which meets or exceeds the plan specifications developed by Texas Tech University published in FEMA No. 320, “Taking Shelter From the Storm,” or purchase and install an underground storm shelter. (You can receive a copy of FEMA No. 320 by calling 1-800-480-2520). FEMA will send a registration packet and a copy of FEMA Publication 320 will be in it. The publication, but not the construction plans can be downloaded from the FEMA web site at (www.fema.gov/mit/tsfs01.htm). The rewards include a rebate of $2,000 from FEMA and through Ponca City Emergency Management. The funds come from FEMA and are distributed through the Oklahoma Department of Civil Emergency Management, then through the Ponca City Emergency Management Office, for residents of Ponca City. If you live in rural Kay County, the Kay County Office of Emergency Preparedness will distribute the rebate. If you live in Osage County, it will be through the Osage County Emergency Management Office. To register or ask questions, call 1-800-996-OKLA (6552). Also, contact Montgomery at 767-0380 for information on the rebates. There are 5,000 rebates for the state. Priority 1 is firs, second is priority 2, and followed by priority 3. “This means, rebates will be given to the homeowners in priority one before any are given to homeowners in priority 2. If 5,000 homeowners in priority 1 apply for and receive the rebates there will be no rebates for priority 2, or 3. Or, if there are 3,000 homeowners apply and receive rebates in priority 1, there will be 2,000 rebates left. “And, if 3,000 homeowners in priority 2 apply for the rebate, only the first 2,000 will receive the rebate. There are only enough rebates for 5,000 homeowners. You can apply for the rebate, wait until after Sept. 30, then call and ask if you were selected to receive the rebate. If so, build the shelter and apply for the rebate,” Montgomery said. There are around 1,000 rebates left, according to Montgomery. Gary Martin Announced As Rider Award FinalistCity Manager Gary Martin of Ponca City is a finalist for the Oklahoma Municipal League’s 1999 Don Rider Award, which will be presented Sept. 24 during the OML annual awards breakfast at the Westin Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City. The award honors the late Don Rider, former executive director of the OML. The citation, named in his memory, recognizes a local official who has made outstanding long-term commitments to his or her community. In addition to Martin, other finalists for the award are (listed in alphabetical order): Robert Cates, Ada vice mayor; Tony Davenport, Weatherford clerk-treasurer; Rodney Ford Jr., Gage trustee; Randy Green, McAlester city manager; Janada Jenkins, Velma clerk-treasurer; Leroy Lage, Watonga finance director; Louis Mathia, Miami mayor; Amelda McCortney, Ada councilmember; Nancy Nichols, Edmond administrative services director; Alan Riffel, Anadarko city manager; Mike Tower, Norman councilmember; and Marcy Twyman, Guymon clerk. The OML is a statewide, non-profit corporation currently composed of 444 member cities and towns. The League serves as a spokesperson for municipalities at state and federal government levels to achieve local objectives. By working together through the League, municipal officials formulate programs and unite in concerted action benefiting their communities. DEATHSErma Bliss Rozell Erma Bliss RozellNEWKIRK — Erma Bliss Rozell, longtime Newkirk resident, died early Saturday, Sept. 18, 1999, in Hillcrest Manor in Blackwell. She was 95. The funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 1999, in the Newkirk First United Methodist Church with burial following in Newkirk Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service. Erma Bliss Rozell was born Sept. 18, 1904, in Hunnewell, Kan., the daughter of Jasper E. and Anna D. (Boyer) Parks. She began her education at Hunnewell, Kan., and, while she was still in grade school, the family moved to the rural Newkirk area. She finished her education at Mound Valley grade school and Arkansas City High School, where she graduated. On April 8, 1928, she married Harmon Edward Bliss in Winfield, Kan. They made their home on a farm southwest of Newkirk. Mr. Bliss died July 29, 1974. On July 25, 1984, she married Steve Rozell in Newkirk, where they made their home. Mr. Rozell died Sept. 30, 1985. In February of 1986, she moved to Westminster Village in Ponca City, where she made her home until she moved to Blackwell in 1995. She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Newkirk. She was also a member of the Bois d’Arc Club and the Mutual Improvement Extension Club, and she had been a 4-H adult leader. She enjoyed various crafts, crochet, needle works, quilting and looming her own rugs. She also enjoyed her family. She is survived by three sons, Donald Bliss of Annville, Pa., Bill Bliss of Peckham, and Ernest Bliss of Norman; one daughter, Alcina Grell of Braman; one brother, Richard Parks of Arkansas City, Kan.; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; and numerous step grandchildren, step great-grandchildren, and step great-great-grandchildren. In addition to both husbands, she was preceded in death by a son, Francis Bliss, an infant son, her parents, one brother, and four sisters. Grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as casket bearers and honorary casket bearers. A memorial fund has been established with the First United Methodist Church. Contributions may be made in her name c/o Eastman National Bank, P.O. Box 468, Newkirk, Okla. 74647-0468. Diane GreenbergDiane Greenberg, resident of Chicago, Ill., and sister of Marilyn Middlebusher of Ponca City, died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 1999, in Chicago. She was 54. Graveside services were held Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, at the Shalom Memorial Park in Arlington Heights of Chicago, Ill. Arrangements were under the direction of Weinstein Family Services in Chicago. She is survived by her husband, Burton Turek, of the home; two sons, Jason Greenberg and Eric Greenberg, both of Chicago, Ill; and a sister, Marilyn Middlebusher of Ponca City. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward Greenberg. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 4323 NW 63rd Street, Suite 110, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73116-1513. Paul Parker AndersonBOONEVILLE, Ark. — Paul Parker Anderson, former resident of Kay County and resident of Booneville, Ark., died Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, in the North Logan Mercy Hospital in Paris, Ark. He was 86. A funeral will be held Monday, Sept. 20, 1999, at the First Baptist Church in Booneville, Ark. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, 1999, in the Blackwell Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home of Booneville, Ark. Paul Parker Anderson was born Jan. 24, 1913, in Oklahoma City, the son of Charles Ewing Anderson and Lula Katherine (Parker) Anderson. He retired from Continental Oil Company and was a member of the First Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Louise Elenora Anderson of the home. He was preceded in death by a half brother, Claude Bay, and his parents. Eula R. FarmerHOISINGTON, Kan. — Eula R. Farmer, former resident of Ponca City and resident of Hoisington, Kan., died Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, in the Via Christi Regional Medical Center, St. Francis Campus, in Wichita, Kan. She was 82. A graveside service will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 1999, at IOOF Cemetery in Ponca City with the Rev. Blaine Herron preceding. A funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. at the Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington, Kan., with the Rev. Greg Savage officiating. Eula R. Farmer was born Dec. 31, 1916, in Lindsay, the daughter of James Madison and Rosalee (Harris) Eatmon. She married E.H. Farmer in Pauls Valley on March 13, 1935. He preceded her in death on March 30, 1978. She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Hoisington, Kan., where she taught Sunday school and bible study for years. She is survived by four daughters, Valta Rhea Clark of Hoisington, Kan.; Helen Fern O’Hair of Elkhart, Kan.; Vaughnda Lee Cain of Rio Vista, Calif.; and Rhonda Jane Riedl of Hoisington, Kan; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; and 11 step-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by five brothers and seven sisters. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Trinity Baptist Church, c/o Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N. Main, Hoisington, Kan. 67544. ObituariesBrian Lee DeArmondBrian Lee DeArmond, who was employed by WW Recycling of Ponca City, died Saturday night in a car wreck on the Cimarron Turnpike. He was 21. Brian was laid to rest Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, in Salina at the Ross Mayes Cemetery near his grandparents, Clara and Fred DeArmond. He was born March 4, 1978, in Pryor and passed on to be with our Lord Sept. 11, 1999. Brian is survived by his wife, Yonde Michelle DeArmond; nine and a half month old son, Joseph Lee DeArmond; and loving family and friends in Ponca City and Tulsa. paid obituary Services PendingClyde L. RiddleClyde L. Riddle, former resident of Ponca City, died Saturday morning, Sept. 18, 1999, at the Houston Methodist Hospital. He was 73. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie, of the home in Enid. Services are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. Madelyn ConklinMadelyn Conklin, Ponca City resident, died Friday evening, Sept. 17, 1999, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 86. Survivors include her husband, Glen, of the home. Services are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. FuneralsSundayArnetta M. WashingtonMemorial service at 2 p.m. at Hartford Avenue Church of Christ with funeral to be held in Las Vegas, Nev., at a later date. Local arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. NEWS BRIEFSTime for Crop Walk — Local churches are gearing up for the 1999 CROP Walk on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 3 p.m. The youth of Ponca City are especially encouraged to participate, meeting at First Christian Church, North Fifth Street and East Cleveland Avenue, at 3 p.m. on the walk day. A special fellowship and food will be provided following the walk. Mark your calendars! Windshield Chips repaired professionally. Guaranteed and insurance approved. Ponca Glass, 762-6522, 762-7957. adv. Accountants Meeting — The Oklahoma Society of Accountants, Northwest Chapter, will meet on Thursday at 1 p.m. at Pioneer Technology Center. The public is invited to attend this two hour session. For information call 762-1545. Hunting And fishing licenses available at Shooter’s Workshop and Pawn, 105 West Grand. adv. Rockfest — An Oklahoma Rockfest at the Tenkiller Amphitheater at the airport in Cookson will be held noon to 6 p.m. Saturday. Admission fee is $6. Scheduled to appear are The Twisters, Zen Hipster, Sybil’s Machine, 79 Years, E33, and other Tulsa Band Coalition bands. For more info call (918) 457-3617 or e-mail tdfanche@ipa.net. Play Pen Ceramics, Pine and Central 765-2359. Now till December 15th. All Greenware 20% off. All firing 1/3rd off. Mine, Yours or Theirs. Get Y2K calender free with purchase. adv. Royal Neighbors to Meet — Royal Neighbors of America will meet for luncheon and business meeting on Tuesday at noon, at the Golden Corral. All members are urged to attend. Southwest Connection formerly at 313 East Grand now has a booth at Grand Avenue Mall or Terri's Toys; near Sprays and Bank America. Pottery, kachinas, silver jewelry, etc. Still available. adv. Legion Bingo — American Legion bingo has changed the line-up of games and pots. Monday games begin at 1 p.m. and on Tuesday doors open at 5 p.m. Early birds begin at 5:50 p.m. and regular sessions begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays. Stay until late minis are over and there will be a late drawing for a free night of bingo. Court Allen Construction. Concrete and flagstone walkways, patios and yard curbing. Call 765-2720. adv. Basic Genealogy Workshop — The Oklahoma Genealogical Society will hold basic and intermediate Genealogy Workshops, Saturday, Oct. 2, 1999 in the auditorium of the Wiley Post (Oklahoma Historical) building at 2100 North Lincoln, Oklahoma City. In addition to beginner training, and good tips for the advanced researcher, speakers will also cover record keeping as the use of internet in family research. Registration will be at 8:30 a.m. and sessions will run until 3:30 p.m. The session is free, but printed handouts require a small fee. Lunch is on your own. Call (405) 677-7428 for more information. Ready for 2000? Millennium picture frames, candles, gifts-collectible ornaments. Mrs. Brown's Attic, downtown Ponca City. adv. Republican Meeting — The Kay County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting at the American Legion on South Avenue in Ponca City at 7 p.m., Thursday. This meeting is open to the public. Call Dave White at (580) 762-0103 for information. Suspicious Activity — A woman reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:23 a.m. Friday that while walking in the area of Ponca City High School a male had exposed himself. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported at 9:59 a.m. Friday that a 22-year-old man was being held on a city warrant. Worker Injured — The Communications Center received a 911 call from the 200 block of East Broadway Avenue at 10:56 a.m. Friday that a construction worker had fallen from the roof of a building. An ambulance of the Ponca City Fire Department responded and took the victim to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center for treatment of injuries. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. For professional carpet cleaning, call the professionals. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. 765-3421. adv. Mail Missing — A man was at the Ponca City Police Department at 12:53 p.m. Friday to report that someone had taken mail from his mailbox in the 400 block of South Palm Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Don Sawyer’s Chimney Sweep. 26 years experience. Call now before the rush and get on his list. 580-762-8883. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of West Cleveland Avenue and North Union Street at 1:05 p.m. Friday that a 29-year-old man was being held on a Kay County warrant for failure to pay and false pawn declaration. Unique and New Halloween gifts and decorations. Mrs. Brown’s Attic, downtown Ponca City. adv. Abandoned Bicycle — A person reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 1:41 p.m. Friday that a bicycle had been abandoned in the 2200 block of West South Avenue. Animal Control was notified to pick up the bicycle. Kids/Her Review now accepting children’s, women’s fall consignments. 309 E. Grand. adv. Accident — A minor accident at the intersection of North Third Street and East Chestnut Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 2:23 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1201 and it’s Ladies Auxiliary will hold their Family Dinner September 19, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. at the post Home. Brisket will be the meat dish. Everyone is to bring a covered dish to accompany the brisket. We will be honoring our Gold Star Parents and POW/MIA’s and continuing our V.F.W. 100th anniversary. Everyone is invited. Hope to see you there. adv. Accident — An accident in the 100 block of West Grand Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 3:06 p.m. Friday. An officer was 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. 700 West Broadway. 765- 9689. adv. Accident — An accident in the parking lot of a business in the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 5:34 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Photographs - negatives put on CD's. Minor photo restoration included. Bolding Photography. (580)762-6876. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of Sixth Street and East Grand Avenue at 10 p.m. Friday that an 18-year-old man was being held on a Kay County warrant for second degree burglary and a city warrant for failure to pay. Have Pet? Can travel! In-home pet sitting service. We love them when you have to leave them! 762-4205. adv. Assault — The Communications Center received a 911 call at 11 p.m. Friday from the 200 block of South Waverly Street that a woman had been assaulted. Two officers were assigned and a report was taken. Furr’s Dining Now open continuously 11-8 Sunday-Thursday, 11-8:30 Friday and Saturday. adv. Disturbing the Peace — A woman from the 3500 block of North Union Street requested assistance from the Ponca City Police Department at 11:12 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken on disturbing the peace. Cleanest one bedroom garage apartment in town. Lease, deposit and local references. No pets. 313 East Highland. 767-1102 day. 765-1166 evenings. adv. Beer Taken — The Communications Center received a call at 11:31 p.m. Friday from Albertson’s Grocery, 2005 North Fourteenth Street that two men had left without paying for a 30-pack of beer and a woman was with them. An officer was assigned, located an identified vehicle, and took into custody a juvenile girl for petit larceny. She was released to a parent on a promise to appear. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the 3000 block of East Prospect Avenue at 12:09 a.m. Saturday that an 18-year-old man was being held on a city warrant for failure to pay. Assault — The Communications Center received a 911 call from the 3500 block of North Union Street at 12:31 a.m. Saturday that an assault had occurred. Two officers of the Ponca City Police Department were assigned and a report was taken. LIFESTYLESLegendary 101 Performer Man of Many Talents Legendary 101 Performer Man of Many TalentsBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer But for a simple date conflict, Jack Webb, 101 Wild West Show performer, would have been the understudy for “Curly” in “Green Grow the Lilacs,” which eventually became the play “Oklahoma!” Jean Evans of Marland, daughter of Webb said, “He would have been a great Curly.” Webb signed a contract with Actors’ Equity Association out of New York to be a part of the cast of “Green Grow The Lilacs.” The original contract is on display at the Jack Webb 101 Old Timers’ exhibit in the 101 Ranch Room at the Cultural Center. The contract is dated Nov. 17, 1930. The contract reads “The Manager agrees to pay the Actor the sum of one hundred dollars each week on Saturday thereof, from and after the date named in Paragraph 2 (December 8, 1930).” The contract was between The Theatre Guild, Inc., and Webb. The 100th anniversary of the birth of Lynn Riggs, who wrote the play, was recently celebrated in Claremore. Riggs was born in Claremore on Aug. 31, 1899, and buried there in 1954. According to Mrs. Evans, her father did not follow through with his contract because at the time he had his own Western Review. For years Webb performed with the 101 Ranch show as rope and rifle expert. He also appeared with the annual World Series Rodeo in Madison Square Garden in New York for several seasons. Webb was a trick rider, trick roper, expert marksman, and cowboy singer. Years afterwards, Webb would host the Jack Webb Rodeo at the 101, and, during World War II, he did a number of performances working with the United Services Overseas (USO) to entertain troops in Fort Sill, in the hospital at Tinker Field in Oklahoma City, and the veterans hospital at Chickasha. He also entertained the military service personnel later at Camp Polk, La., in 1950. Webb, who ranched many years after his show business career, died in 1956. He was buried on Cowboy Hill overlooking the Salt Fork River valley, the old 101 Ranch and the headquarters of the ranch where he, for many years, had kept the 101 brand alive. He was buried beside his show-day associate Col. Zack Miller who, with his brothers Col. George Miller and Col. Joe Miller, in years past operated the 101 Ranch. Xi Zeta Lambda Chapter MeetsSixteen members of Xi Zeta Lambda of Beta Sigma Phi met at the home of Dottie Johnstone on Sept. 16. Members stood for the opening ritual led by Cassandra Kifiak, president, who also conducted the meeting. Jill Sims called the roll and read minutes and executive board meeting. Treasurer’s report and a revised budget report was presented by Doretta Jackson. Various reports and announcements were made including the cancellation of a shopping trip to Tulsa and a social committee meeting to be held at 10 a.m. on Oct. 9, at home of Judy Wyatt. The Halloween Party is set for Oct. 21 with Phyllis Pledger. Lila Logan announced that Phyllis Pledger is now eligible to progress to the Preceptor Degree according to a notice from International. Member Carmelita Childers was selected as Xi Zeta Lambda Valentine Queen and will be honored at the annual Valentine Dance in February. Other items of discussion included a “Girl of the Year” party for Nida Austin to include a dinner-theater trip to see “Music from the Millennium” in Wichita, Kan., in January 2000; and final payment is due to Cassandra Kifiak by Oct. 8 for a Beta Sigma Phi getaway to Branson on Nov. 6-8. Dottie Johnstone presented the program, reading the beginning and ending broadcasts for World War II made by Presidents Roosevelt and Truman. The friendship basket was won by Cassandra Kifiak, and next meeting was announced for Oct. 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Nida Austin. Bits and PiecesChapter FNChapter FN of PEO will meet for the annual salad supper at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at the home of Jerri Boyer, 1435 Pioneer Road. Co-hostess will be Sue Ziegenhain. The first meeting of the year for the group is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Chapter FCChapter FC of PEO will hold the first meeting of the season at noon Sept. 22 at the home of Lee Maniatis. The luncheon is being arranged and served by members of the Ways and Means committee. The officers are presenting the program, an exemplication of initiation. Ponca Tribal Meeting SetThere will be a Ponca Tribal Community meeting concerning the submittal of a proposal application to the Health and Human Services Administration for Native Americans (ANA) for funding of the Ponca Tribal ANA Project in Fiscal Year 2000. The community meeting, regarding a proposed ANA project, will be held in the conference room of the Jules Valdez Social Services building in White Eagle, Wednesday, Sept. 22 at noon. The purpose of the community meeting is to solicit public participation in developing this year’s ANA proposal application. All interested community members are urged to attend the meeting. For more information contact Bennett Arkeketa at the Jules Valdez building, 580-763-0120, ext. 231. Kay County Democrat Women’s Club To MeetThe Kay County Democrat Women’s Club will have their September meeting at the P.A.C.E. (formerly 0.C.A.W.) Hall, 1202 West Ponca, Ponca City at 7 p.m. Thursday. Lisa B. Otipoby, president, will conduct the meeting. Plans will be finalized regarding the upcoming Bean Dinner scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Member who have not been issued tickets for early sales will receive their ticket packet at the meeting. The group will discuss events of the Kay County Fair. All Kay County Democrat women are encouraged to attend the meeting. Refreshments will be served. AAUW Hosting Membership TeaThe American Association of University Women will host a membership tea on Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. at Nadia Salama’s home at 2505 Wildwood. Everyone who is interested is welcome to attend the event. AAUW is an organization vitally interested in education and advancement of women — their mission is to promote equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal changes. Founded in 1881 in the United States, every member is required to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. AAUW seeks a diverse membership to achieve its educational goals. AAUW meets each month, September through May. Ponca City branch meetings are held the third Saturday of the month at the Ponca City Country Club. The local branch also has a bridge group, literature discussion group and an “Out to Lunch Bunch.” If you would like more information about the organization call Bette Lee, 762-2000, or the branch president, Grace Chism, 765-3519. Ponca City Youth Alliance Topic for Kiwanis ProgramRetired Gen. Colin Powell met with all the living presidents and their first ladies and presented an idea to reach and help the youth across our nation said Michelle Jean during a recent Kiwanis meeting. She said General Powell wanted “to formulate groups of adults in every town to identify and work on solutions to the problems youth face today.” The Ponca City Youth Summit, held in 1998, was the local response to beginning to face the problems with which youth are confronted. Mrs. Jean, representing the Ponca City Alliance for Youth, presented information on what the six Youth Task Force Groups are doing. She said, “The Teen Pregnancy group is working with the curriculum committee in our school system to help youth learn to recognize “at risk” behaviors. The Substance Abuse Prevention and the Juvenile Crime groups have joined forces and sponsored a back-to-school party, Safe Night USA, 3-on-3 basketball, and a substance abuse conference. The School Drop-Out Rate Task Force is surveying the groups already providing and involved in mentoring in this community for ideas of what else might be needed. The Race Relations group will help promote cultural diversity and the strengths it brings to a community. The Physical/Sexual Abuse group is planning a Public Service Announcement encouraging the reporting of abuse.” Mrs. Jean agreed that “staying involved and up-to-date on all the issues and groups is a daunting task, but it is well worth the time and effort to see a difference in the lives of the youth of Ponca City.” Kiwanis welcomed a number of guests to the meeting. The Kiwanis Lt. Gov. Jene Miller and several guests from Stillwater attended as a beginning of Miller’s year as District 16 Lt. Gov. Ponca City High School guests were Stacey Hobbs and Blake Geubelle. Stacey told about her experiences in various leadership training seminars and her plans as vice president of the Po-Hi Student Council. Blake shared his experience in being concurrently enrolled at Po-Hi and NOC and encouraged members to support the basketball team this year. Diane Anderson from Conoco and Rev. Sheila Coombs-Francis from Albright United Methodist Church also joined the meeting. Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Assembly Center off the Commons Area the organizational meeting of the Ponca City High School Key Club will be held. All 9-12 grade students are invited to attend. All men and women interested in community service are invited to attend a Kiwanis meeting on every Tuesday, noon to 1 p.m., at E.W.’s at the Marland Estate. Drivers Needed For Delivering Meals on WheelsThe Meals on Wheels board of directors met at the First Presbyterian Church on Sept. 14. Joan Jones opened the meeting with prayer and distributed copies of the by-laws and a current list of board members. The by-laws were amended to include hospital coordinators as members of the board. Marlene Gregory, Marian Hudson, and Ann Kennedy will serve as the nominating committee. Phyllis Luton read the minutes, and Nell Barnard gave the treasurer’s report. Alice Evens, publicity chair, reported that flyers detailing the Meals on Wheels program were distributed to all physicians’ offices and the Home Health Care Unit. It was suggested that flyers also be sent to all local churches, the DHS, and Broadway Plaza in an effort to better inform senior citizens of the availability of Meals on Wheels. It was announced that an answering machine has been installed in the Meals on Wheels office. The telephone number is 765-0331. All messages will be answered as soon as possible. Eloise Palmer stated that a Drivers Appreciation Coffee is scheduled for Nov. 4 at Community Christian Church. Invitations will be sent to all drivers at the appropriate time with complete details. Zoe Burge, Phyllis Luton, Ann Kennedy, and Alice Evens are serving on this committee. There is a need for a permanent driver on Fridays. It takes approximately one hour to deliver meals on each route said a spokesperson. If anyone is interested in serving as a volunteer driver, or a substitute driver, he or she should call Nell Barnard at 762-4707, or the Meals on Wheels office at 765-0331. Karen Annette Prescott Weds William Grant Copeland Jr.Karen Annette Prescott and William Grant Copeland Jr. were united in marriage Sept. 3, 1999, at 7 p.m. The double ring ceremony was held at Grace Lutheran Church in Tulsa with the Rev. Marvin Henschel, formerly of Ponca City, officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Prescott of Ponca City, and Mr. and Mrs. William Grant Copeland of Oklahoma City. The bride is the granddaughter of Mrs. Norma Prescott and Tom and Lamoine Jones, all of Ponca City, and the late Harold Prescott. The doors of the church were decorated with grapevine wreaths which held sweet pea blossoms and green and ivory bows. Flower-filled urns and candelabra were placed near the altar, and bows holding greenery marked the aisle of the sanctuary. Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” was played as the processional, and Benjamin Prescott, nephew of the bride, carried the processional cross as the wedding party entered the sanctuary. Scripture readings during the service were given by the bride’s brother, Steve Prescott. Organist Walt Gaber provided music during the ceremony, and the vocal selections were performed by Mrs. Mickey Murdock, Jennifer Roberts, Melanie Ames and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brisco, all of Tulsa. “Rondo Passacaglia” by Dobninski was performed as the couple exited the church. The bride, given in marriage by her father, was attired in an ivory silk satin bias cut sheath with floral embroidered English net overlay. The empire bodice was fashioned from Venice lace and complemented by short sleeves and an oval scoop neckline. The chapel-length train of English net flowed from the deeply cut back of the gown. A pearl and crystal embellished comb secured the fingertip-length veil of illusion, which featured a scalloped edge and crystal accents. She carried a nosegay of Sahara roses, lily of the valley and greenery. The bride wore an heirloom diamond pendant, formerly belonging to her paternal great-grandmother, and borrowed earrings from her mother. In her shoe she carried a sixpence, given to her by her father, and wore a blue garter to complete the tradition. Renee Lavelle of Fort Worth, Texas, attended the bride as Maid of Honor. She wore an ivory top of silk shantung embellished with pearls, and a bias-cut skirt of celadon green silk satin. She carried a bouquet of cream-colored roses and greenery held in a silver tussy-mussy. Laura Park, niece of the bridegroom, was the flower girl. Her gown was designed and fashioned by the bride and featured an ivory silk bodice with a green floral skirt with ivory chiffon overlay. She carried a pomander ball covered with roses and freesia and accented with ribbons. Dawn Prescott, sister-in-law of the bride, attended the guest book and assisted the bride in preparations for the ceremony. The bridegroom was attired in a black notch collar tuxedo and satin jacquard vest. He also wore a gardenia boutonniere on his lapel. Kevin McKinzie of Oklahoma City served as Best Man. Blaine Prescott, nephew of the bride, was the ringbearer. Ushers were James Copeland of Ardmore, brother of the bridegroom, and Steve Prescott of Lake Charles, La., brother of the bride. All of the men in the wedding party wore tuxedos similar to that worn by the bridegroom. A dinner and dance honoring the newlywed couple was held at the German-American Society of Tulsa following the ceremony. Guests were seated at tables decorated with hurricane candle lamps and greenery. Earl Clark, and his band Spectrum, provided entertainment for the evening. Honored guests for the occasion included Ms. Kaye Ong of Watauga, Texas; Mr. and Mrs. Jere Harlan of Albuquerque, N.M.; Dr. and Mrs. Charles Prescott of Los Altos Hills, Calif.; Dr. and Mrs. Fred Born of Fond du Lac, Wis.; Mr. and Mrs. Steve Prescott and family of Lake Charles, La.; Mrs. William Dunn of The Woodlands, Texas; George Harman and Norma Prescott of Ponca City. Following a wedding trip to San Antonio, Texas, the couple resides in Tulsa where he is Senior Systems Programmer for St. Francis Hospital and Mrs. Copeland is Speech Pathology Coordinator at St. John Medical Center. April Galindo Is EngagedMr. and Mrs. Andrew S. Galindo Sr. of Ponca City are announcing the engagement of their daughter, April Yvette Galindo, to Luis Enrique Ramirez. They have chosen a June 24, 2000, wedding date. Ramirez is the son of Maria J. Ramirez of Ponca City, and the late Rafael Ramirez Sr. The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Ponca City High School and has been employed by Defender Services at Conoco for three years. She is also a licensed cosmetologist. The future bridegroom is a 1996 PCHS graduate and received an automotive technician certificate from Pioneer Technology Center. He is also employed at Conoco. Stout and Dorigatti Plan November VowsAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of April Marie Stout and Michael Anthony Dorigatti by her parents, John and Charlene Stout, 501 North Twelfth. Dorigatti is the son of Hyrum and Cyndi Covert, 3265 Ranch Drive, and Michael and Peggy Dorigatti of Fremont, Utah. The couple plans a Nov. 20 wedding at the Marland Mansion. The bride-to-be attended Ponca City schools and is a supervisor with Oakland Foods in Council Bluff, Iowa. The prospective bridegroom attended Mountain Crest High and Bridgerland Technology in Utah. He is also a supervisor at Oakland Foods. Wedding Plans Announced by Newman and SchieberMr. and Mrs. Arlan Newman of Okeene announce the approaching marriage of their daughter, Amanda Newman, and Daniel Dee Schieber, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dee Schieber of Ponca City. The ceremony is planned for 2 p.m. Oct. 16 in the United Methodist Church in Okeene. An open invitation is extended to friends and relatives to attend the wedding and reception following. The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Okeene High School and has attended Northwestern State University in Alva. She is currently employed with Wal-Mart in Enid. The prospective bridegroom, a 1996 graduate of Ponca City High School, has also attended NSU. He is employed with DitchWitch in Perry. American Legion Auxiliary MeetsThe Huff-Minor American Legion Auxiliary met Sept. 9 at the Post Home in Ponca City. Betty Brown, president, announced that three members of the Huff-Minor American Legion Auxiliary Unit 14, Ona Gregg, Clara McCullum and Evelynn McCutcheon, were representing the local auxiliary in Anaheim, Calif., at the National Convention of the American Legion and Auxiliary during that time. To begin the meeting, chaplain Rosalee Henderson read the opening prayer. The group also participated in the flag salute, sang “The USA Forever” and repeated The Preamble to the Constitution. August minutes and treasurer’s reports were made by Cecelia Easky and Dora McGee, and committee reports included community service and children and youth reports by Dora Adkins, were given. A canteen report was made by Betty Brown and Dora McGee. New committee chairmen for 1999-2000 were announced and include Lisa McGee, Americanism chairman, Dora Adkins as children and youth and community service chairman, Joyce Fox as courtesy chairman, Darla McGuire as education chairman, Cecelia Easky as Girls State chairman, Dora McGee as legislative chairman, Clara McCollum as membership chairman, Rosalee Henderson as national security chairman, Betty Brown as poppy and public relations chairman, and Evelynn McCutcheon and veteran’s affairs and rehabilitation chairman. Other items of business included the ordering of the American Legion publication “The Dispatch” and inserts for the unit handbook; a reminder that the fall conference will be held later in September in Oklahoma City; and “Make a Difference Day” will be held in October. The group also discussed the Veteran’s Day Parade to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 6. Planning meeting dates were announced and auxiliary members were reminded they would be contacted to bake cakes for the canteen and Veteran’s Day lunch immediately following the parade. Brown announced the next regular meeting will be at 1:30 p.m., Oct. 14 at the Post Home. Lookin’ With LouBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer Have you ever noticed that when the horoscope writer has a rotten day —everyone has a bad “horror scope”? Have you ever wondered who writes the horoscope for the horoscope author? Who predicts what their day will be like and what actions they should take? Sometimes you wonder if they had a sleepless night when they wrote the column. They say things like, “don’t spend money, avoid getting involved in co-workers’ projects, not a good day for romance.” What happens when the astrology signs get mixed up? Does everyone have a “bad” horoscope day — much like a bad hair day? A fun party game is to take the horoscopes and change them around. Just yesterday my horoscope told me to “be careful of your demeanor: because your behavior could be closely scrutinized by others today. An observer might be hoping you’ll do something that could provide fodder for gossip.” All day long I walked the line — I was prim and proper, and guess what — I got a crick in my neck. That could have given fuel to the fodder that I had been overly nosy, straining to eavesdrop on conversations or perhaps necking with a stranger. Could it be that the predictions somehow slip into our subconsciousness and we act accordingly? Or does it work like the old Ouija Board, where two people put their hands on the wooden-footed triangle piece and it moves (with a little help from its friends) to a word or letters that spell out a message from telepathic or spiritualistic sources? While I was pooh-poohing the Ouija Board, a colleague told of having her future husband’s initials predicted even before he was a prospective mate. You know its like the old “one woman’s humor is another woman’s truism.” And how about those Chinese fortune cookies? Who can resist reading their fortune? What happens if you trade cookies with your dinner partner? One of the better things that could happen is the lotto number on the back of the fortune is a winner. Swapping door prize tickets can be a real source of irritation if the traded ticket wins. My advice would be to keep your own ticket and play the hand that is dealt to you — but then, for me, that would probably be the wrong demeanor and provide fodder for gossip. Couple United in Marriage In Eureka Springs CeremonyBarbara Weaver of Shawnee and W.E. Taber of Ponca City were married Aug. 16, 1999, at Eureka Springs, Ark. The reception was also held in Eureka Springs. The bride wore a blue and white street-length dress and carried a bouquet of lavender and white flowers. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. N.B. Bryant, Colonial Estates, and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Taber of Shawnee. The couple has four children and 11 grandchildren: Mr. and Mrs. Pete Paynter and Katheryn, Emily and Pierce of Fort Worth, Texas; Mr. and Mrs. Robert VanCleave and Aslyn and Emrys Kyle of San Antonio, Texas; Mr. and Mrs. David Taber and Ashley, Andrew and Abby of Houston, Texas; and Mrs. and Mrs. Greg Taber and Ryan, Ethan and Madison of Ponca City. Ponca City Medical MinutesDr. Pamela J. Poland is an EyeMD and diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology, She received her specialty training in Ophthalmology at the University of Tennessee-Memphis after completing medical school with highest honors. Dr. Poland provides total eye care, including family eye exams, contact lenses and glasses, and the medical and surgical care of the eyes. Dr. Poland has practiced in Ponca City from January of 1992 at her office located at 400 Fairview, Suite 18, in Doctor’s Park. Submitted By Pamela J. Poland, EyeMD What are Cataracts?A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. Normally the lens is clear, but as the cataract develops, it becomes opaque. Located near the front of the eye, the lens along with the cornea focuses the light entering the eye onto the retina (the back surface of the eye). When a cataract develops, the lens becomes so opaque that light can no longer be easily transmitted through the lens, resulting in decreased vision. What causes Cataracts? There are many causes for the development of cataracts. The normal aging process is the most common cause for the development of cataracts. Certain diseases such as diabetes can cause the development of cataracts, as can certain medicines such as steroids. An injury, such as a blow to the eye, can also result in the development of a cataract. There is evidence that exposure to ultraviolet light (such as found in sunlight) can hasten the development of cataracts. A few preliminary studies suggest that anti-oxidants, such as vitamin C and E, may slow the progress of the development of cataracts. Are cataracts contagious? There are many misconceptions about cataracts. For instance, they do not spread from eye to eye. They are not a film visible on the outside of the eye and are not caused from overuse of the eyes. Eyestrain does not cause cataracts to develop. Cataracts are not a tumor or a new growth inside the eye, only a change in the transparency of the natural lens in the eye. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of the development of cataracts include the following: increased sensitivity to light (such as headlights during night driving), the need for increased light to read, glare and a progressive decrease in vision. All of these symptoms could indicate a cataract, though they also could be caused from other factors. An EyeMD can readily detect the presence of a cataract, measure the decrease in vision due to the cataract and determine the potential vision if the cataract is removed. My eye doctor says I have cataracts. Do they have to be removed? Are there any alternative treatments? When cataracts cause enough loss of sight to interfere with the patient’s work or lifestyle, then it is usually considered time to remove them. Depending on individual needs, the patient and the EyeMD decide together when removal is necessary. Surgery is the only way to remove a cataract. Cataracts can not be removed with a laser; instead, ultrasound is used to break up the cataract and the fragments are suctioned out using a thin tube. The man-made lens called an Intra-Ocular Lens Implant (IOL) is inserted in its place. The success of cataract surgery is one of the highest of any surgeries preformed. When diagnosed promptly, cataracts can be observed to see if they progress, so that unnecessary loss of sight will be avoided. There is no reason to delay treatment when vision loss due to a cataract interferes with activities of daily living. An EyeMD is a medical doctor who, after medical school and one year internship, has spent an additional three years in a specialized residency program. During this Ophthalmology Residency Program, the doctor is trained to provide optical, medical, and surgical care of the eyes, including diagnosis and treatment of cataracts. ‘Love Letters’ Review Set For Mother’s Club EventAll area women are invited to attend the Ponca City Mother’s Club fall luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Marland Mansion west chapel. Ticket cost is $8 per person and reservations should be made by Sept. 21 with Patti Lundeen, 765-3911, or Jerri Boyer, 762-5832. Special recognition will be given to all past presidents of the organization who attend the event. The program will be presented by Jo Ann Muchmore, who will provide a play review of “Love Letters.” She will tell the story and portray both characters in the play. Ms. Muchmore is a graduate of Stephens College in Missouri, where she majored in theatre. She earned a master’s degree in speech and theatre at Oklahoma State University, where she subsequently taught for several years. She has also worked as an actress, director, television production assistant, newspaper feature writer and theatre manager. A 1994 recipient of the Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Award, she currently lives in Ponca City, where she is the director Emeritus of the Poncan Theatre. She has written for newspapers, primarily in the human interest field, for over 20 years, and is the author of “A Forever Thing, My Dears” a book of essays on modern drama, and of “Johnny Rides Again,” a novel for children published by Holiday House/New York. She has given workshops for writers on both fiction and non-fiction subjects and remains active in the theatre as a traveling artistic director. Serving as hostesses from the different units of the Ponca City Mother’s Club will be Lynn Bowker, Lynda Banwart, Nathalia Hiatt, Pre-School unit; Patti Lundeen, Nancy Hays, Margaret Price, Juvenile; Erma Johnson, Marcelle Gosting, Jo Ellen Morrison, Unit I; Sue Ziegenhain, Patti Lundeen, Pat Reedy, Unit II; Janet Smith, Phyllis Kellenberger, Wauneita Burger, Unit III. SRT Benefits Community GardensThe September meeting of the Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club was recently held at the home of Maureen Danielson who served as hostess along with Theory Chui. The meeting began with the reading of the Gardener’s Creed, and each member received a new Ponca City Garden Council book. Guest speakers were Sherry Muchmore, with the Marland Mansion Renovation Group, and Rosalie Majors, president of the Ponca City Council of Garden Clubs. Mrs. Muchmore presented a brief update on the ongoing renovation of Lydie’s Cottage, and showed an architectural drawing of the cottage, the patio, and the surrounding areas. Discussion was held about the plants and shrubs which will soon be added to the newly renovated cottage. Since Sage, Rosemary and Thyme will be a major benefactor of the cottage club members were asked to do extensive research on the plants and shrubs that were part of the original time period when the Marland Mansion was built. Rosalie Majors, president of council, reminded club members of the Plants for Pleasure sale which will be held on the first Saturday in May in conjunction with the Iris Festival. Mary Anne Potter mentioned that the club had the most participants of all the Ponca City garden clubs last year. A thank you gift was presented to Mary Anne Potter, past president of Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. Suzanne Robinson, a retired schoolteacher, was welcomed to the club as a new member, and members were encouraged to bring guests to future meetings. The next Ponca City Herb Festival was discussed and committee groups were formed for the June 3, 2000 festival, and members discussed the ways that the profits could he used to beautify Ponca City gardens. Mary Anne Potter mentioned the possibility of purchasing low-level solar lighting for the recently finished water pond at the Cann Garden, the adding of more large planters for the patio area, and additional concrete benches, She reminded the group of additional purchases for other gardens in the Ponca City area from the Herb Festival profits. Rebecca Barker spoke about next year’s Iris Festival, and encouraged all members to help with the plan of planting 2,000 irises for the millennium, and to donate irises to help with this project. Rebecca Barker, Marlene Roth, and Helene Schwartz are spearheading the endeavor. The Oct. 13 meeting of SRT Garden Club will be held at the Cann Garden Home. Mary Anne Potter will be speaking on the topic, “Infusions and More.” Guests are welcome, and further information may be obtained by calling 762-9866 or 718-0314. The Neighborhood Chefby: Sherry Muchmore A good friend so eloquently stated that with the new millennium so close at hand, now is the time to resurrect the dormant and so, the Ponca City News is going to allow me to resurrect a cooking column I did years ago in several Oklahoma newspapers. The concept of this weekly column will be sharing. Sharing those favorite, special recipes from within our own community. Almost everyone has that special dessert, entree, appetizer, holiday treat or pastry that your friends are always asking for “the recipe.” Part of the reward for our culinary talents is the pleasure we give to, as well as, receive from those partaking of our efforts. Print or type each recipe with clear instructions and quantity. Briefly give us a few sentences about your recipe; such as, great for children’s party, women/men love it, low-fat, chewy or crisp cookie, goes well with, grandmother’s special recipe, etc. Be sure to give us your name, address and phone number. Only your name will be printed but if we have any questions, we may need to call you. If you prefer not to have your full name printed, then we will only print your initials. We won’t be able to print all of your recipes, but we’ll try to do as many as possible. So, let’s have a little fun and spice up the Lifestyle page every Tuesday by sharing favorite recipes with our Ponca City neighbors. And, if you have helpful hints for us, let us hear about those too. Send your recipes to: The Ponca City News The Neighborhood Chef P.O. Box 191 Ponca City, OK 74602 or e-mail me at: chef@poncacitynews.com All recipes become property of The Ponca City News. 90th Birthday for Glen ConklinGlen Conklin celebrated his 90th birthday Sept. 15th. He was born in Kaw City in 1909, the third of four children. His parents were William T. and Mary Diamond Conklin. Glen and his younger brother, Hugo, helped their father open and prepare for the day’s business in his mercantile store and grocery store each morning before going to school. They also helped with the garden and took the milk cow to pasture in the morning and brought her home in the evening. For their jobs they received one silver dollar a week for pay. In 1925, the family moved to the Rio Grand Valley near San Benito, Texas. Glen and his brother lived in Brownsville where they graduated from high school. They helped their parents on the farm on weekends and during the summer. Glen’s mother encouraged him to visit and entertain Ike Clubb’s daughter, Madelyn from Kaw City, while she was visiting in Brownsville. His summer plans changed drastically from that point on; every spare minute was allocated to the “gentlemanly duty” of keeping her entertained he says. They were married that August in the court house in Edinburg, Texas. Glen and Madelyn celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Aug. 15, 1999. They made their first home in Brownsville, Texas, where Glen continued farming and working in his citrus orchards. In the fall of 1931, they moved to Arlington, Texas, where he attended North Texas A&M College. The couple moved to Kaw City in 1933 after he received his electrical engineering degree. He became manager of the Clubb Hotel, and several years later, he acquired the grain elevator in Kaw City, which his father once owned, and established the G.G. Conklin Grain and Feed Company. Mr. Conklin served on the Kaw City Council, the school board, the Methodist Church board, and was a charter member of the Kaw City Rotary Club. He also served as a volunteer fireman. Glen and his wife also managed farm and ranch land north of Kaw City. The couple built Shawn Manor Nursing Home in Ponca City in 1965 and later moved here. Glen was a member of the board of directors of the Kay County Tuberculosis Association, he belonged to the Oklahoma State Nursing Home Association and the American Nursing Home Association. After their retirement, they traveled throughout the United States, Mexico, Cuba, Canada, Europe, Scandinavia, Russia. Greece, Turkey, and Africa. Their children are Mrs. Charles L. (Annette) Pittman, Ponca City; Jimmy Glenn, deceased, Mrs. Jose (Glenda Sue) Noval, Pembroke Pines, Fla; William M. “Bill” Conklin, Ponca City; and Mrs. Jerry (Cynthia Lee) Carter, Bartlesville. The couple has six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Charter Member Presents History of Beta Sigma PhiWhen Laureate Phi chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met recently in the home of Elsie Rosenbaum, Mary Thiessen, guest speaker, gave the history of Beta Sigma Phi in Ponca City. On Jan. 6, 1934, officers were installed at a dinner-dance held in the Jens-Marie Hotel. Twenty-two charter members decided to meet twice monthly in the parlor of the Jens-Marie. The first Founder’s Day was a dinner-bridge meeting at the hotel. The first Christmas dance was held Dec. 20, 1934; 200 by invitation only attended at the Rock Cliff Country Club (now VFW). Some later dances were held in the club room of the Marland Mansion — the best dance floor in town. The sorority had many fund raisers and parties over the years and, in 1939, moved their meetings to the Library Club Room which cost a $1 fee for use. In 1940, Ponca City hosted the only state meeting held here. By then there were 33 chapters and over 500 members in Oklahoma. The Saturday night dance was held in the dining room of the new million-dollar Continental Associates building. Theme of the meeting was “Pioneer Woman.” In 1943, the USO was opened at Fourth and Grand (Betty’s Boutique now). The sorority completely furnished the powder room, served as hostesses at least once a month which meant furnishing food and dancing with the GIs. They also sent money to a state allocation for an ambulance for Britain and a station wagon for Hawaii. They spent over 2000 hours putting together kits for overseas soldiers. They sent 2,869 kits to the National Red Cross and kept a supply on hand locally for Ponca City inductees. In 1951, the group hosted a tea for about 50 sorority members from Stillwater, Blackwell, Tonkawa, and Arkansas City and Wellington, Kan. In 1967 the City Council was formed to unite five chapters in Ponca City. In 1984, the Golden Circle ritual was given for Velma Mitchell, Edna Borrer, Helen Spore and Ms. Thiesen for 50 years of membership. In 1986, twelve members moved to the Laureate level, and the ritual was conducted by Virginia Starks, Meire Harris and Erma Rusch. A brick was placed in the Centennial Plaza. In 1999, Laureate Mu meets for lunch monthly with four to six members attending. Edna Borrer is the other original charter member remaining in the Master chapter, which has five active members. Ms. Thiessen has been a Beta Sigma Phi member for 65 years. She closed by saying, “Friendship is what Beta Sigma Phi is all about. Friendships are formed by working together.” Virginia Starks, vice president, led eight members and four guests in the opening ritual. Meire Harris gave the Beta Sigma Phi review on the Laureate level. Ms. Starks reported that Laureate Phi would be in charge of the Preferential Tea to be held on Nov. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Angel Central. The next meeting will be a salad supper hosted by Leanna Adams at the Pioneer Bank Community Room beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fun and games will follow the meal. Guests included Laura Dodson, Terri Buesing and Sharla Vetter. Ms. Starks led the group in the closing ritual and Mizpah. Red Rose Club Welcomes Two New MembersMembers of the Red Rose Garden Club opened the year with a salad luncheon at the home of Mrs. E. L. Manering, 11 Sherman Lane. Co-hostesses were Mrs. Don Robison and Mrs. Burton Casad. Guest speaker, T. L. Walker, gave a program on “Tree 2000.” The Ponca City Millennium Commission has issued a challenge to have 2000 new trees planted by the end of the year 2000. The Tree Project Partners have commitments from the City of Ponca City, Pioneer Technology Center, the Ponca City Schools, and others to participate in this project. Each tree planted, which is designated as a “millennium tree,” will be numbered and logged as part of the permanent record of Ponca City’s activities for this special celebration. A bronze medallion can be purchased with the millennium logo on one side and the millennium tree information on the other side. Mrs. Jim Ross, president, presided at the business meeting, and Mrs. Carl Coates distributed new yearbooks. Mrs. Jesse Manering and Mrs. Mamdouh Salama were welcomed as new members. The council report was given by Mrs. Ross. Members were asked to reserve the following dates: Nov. 29, to decorate the Cann Garden Center for Christmas, and Dec. 5 and 12 for Christmas Open House at the Cann Garden Center. The next meeting will be Oct. 11. Pick Up PhotosSeveral photographs used in the Lifestyles pages the past three years for engagements, weddings, anniversaries and birthdays are available for pick up at the Lifestyles desk in the newsroom. Those persons who made arrangements to pick up pictures after they were used in the newspaper need to retrieve the photos soon. Numerous pictures have been mailed, but several do not have mailing addresses. The News realizes how valuable such photos are to families and the pictures will not be thrown away; however, storage space is limited. Caswell-Weiberg Wedding Ceremony in Temple,TexasTemple Christian Center in Temple, Texas was the setting Aug. 21, 1999, for the wedding of Kristy Lynn Caswell and Brett Lee Weiberg. Their double-ring vows were solemnized by the Rev. Kerry Sharp in a 7 p.m. ceremony. Decorations included topiaries, candelabra adorned with roses and greenery, large baskets of flowers, and pew bows. The bride is the daughter of Ken and Donna Caswell of Tonkawa and the granddaughter of Al and Elsie Black of Monroe, Mich. and Harry Bellon of Dayton, Fla. The bridegroom is the son of Mick and Vina Weiberg of Tonkawa, and the grandson of Dale and Arlyn Weiberg of Anthony, Kan. and Alvin Tidwell of Roff. For the prelude Terry Ballard played a medley of popular and classical pieces. As the mothers were seated Ballard sang “I Will Be Here.” During the candlelighting by the couple Ballard sang “Light Up My Life.” He also played a traditional processional and recessional. Bailey Gott, niece of the bride, was flowergirl, and ringbearer was Mason Conde. Serving her sister as Matron of Honor was Bridget Wiley of Temple, Texas, and bridesmaids were Jana Abel and Amanda Gauntt of San Antonio, Texas, Jana Ervin of Houston, Texas, Kristi Hoyd of Morgans Point, Texas, Hope Gaffney of Rockwell, Texas, Amy Ray of Temple, Texas, Kiki Webb of Fort Polk, La. Each attendant was attired in a fitted champagne-colored halter-style gown accented with a short train, and carried a handtied bouquet of Osiana and Virginia roses and Queen Anne’s lace. Ryan Morgan of Tulsa was the Best Man, and groomsmen were Chad Weiberg and Jared Weiberg of Stillwater, brothers of the bridegroom; Chase Tidwell of Hammon, La., cousin of the bridegroom; Chris Stiegler of Stillwater; Scott Morris of Edmond; Quinton McLeod of Houston, Texas; and Peter Grein of Tonkawa. The bride wore a designer gown of ivory satin styled with a full skirt, dropped waistline and bow in back. The bodice was adorned with beads and sequins and featured a scalloped neckline and covered buttons in back. The tiered ivory satin train was accented by pink ribbons and roses, and her waist-length veiling was trimmed with satin piping and attached to a headdress accentuated by ivory and pink ribbons and roses. She carried a bouquet of Osiana and Virginia roses, spray roses and Queen Anne’s lace. Following the tradition of something old, new, borrowed and blue, the bride wore her mother’s diamond earrings, a blue garter, and a sixpence in her shoe. The reception was hosted by the bride’s parents at Jack’s Barn in Salado, Texas. A portrait of the bride was displayed at the entrance and the gift table was edged in greenery and held candles and framed pictures of the couple. Tables for the guests were draped with white linen and centered with ivy bowls with beige and blue candles, ribbons and miniature beige and blue rosebuds. Other decorations included greenery, large bows and streamers and small white lights. The triple-tiered wedding cake on individual pedestals was decorated with roses and featured a fountain beneath the bottom layer. Greenery, roses and white satin bows were used for decorations. The bridegroom’s cake was chocolate covered with chocolate-covered strawberries. The couple’s first dance was to “I Could Not Love You More.” During the reception bubbles were distributed by Jaxi and Laina Martin and Shae Bates, cousins of the bridegroom. Following a wedding cruise to Cozumel and Key West, the couple resides in Plainview, Texas. The bride is an English teacher and cheerleading sponsor at Plainview High School, and the bridegroom is assistant Men’s basketball coach at Wayland Baptist University. Attending the wedding from this area were Connie Mack and Pat Hullet of Blackwell, Brian Schafer of Ponca City, Larry and Debbie Case, Nikki and Kami, Ron and Jobyna Hodges, Dale and Mirth Beall, Monica and Brekken Grein, all of Tonkawa. Former residents of Tonkawa attending the wedding were Bob and Deanne Smith, Brian and Soriya Estes and Derek Evans. The bridegroom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at The Halley House in Salado, Texas. Miss Ponca City CandidateEditor’s Note: Candidates for the title of Miss Ponca City will be announced in The News each day until Oct. 1. They will appear as randomly selected by contestants and contest coordinators, and no preference is indicated by date of publication. The Miss Ponca City Queen Contest will be held Friday, Oct. 1, at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. Contestants are Heather Herard, Audra Ramsey, Andrea Johnson, Amanda Cobb, Jennifer Tippin, Adrienne Hines, Jessica Bowen, Halli Huffman, Christy Hassell, and Ashly Sawyers. Tickets are available from the contestants or by contacting Vicki Graves at 765-8679 or 7654736, and Jackie Cutler at 762-0437. The contest begins at 7:30 p.m., and Master of Ceremonies will be KIXR personality R.J. Masters. The winner of the contest will be awarded the traditional crown and sash, a trophy, scholarships and many other prizes. Contestants will be judged on poise, appearance and personality. They will also be judged on the three-to-five minute presentation to 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 contest winner will represent Ponca City as a “Visiting Queen” in the Arkalalah, Arkansas City’s annual Halloween Festival, slated Oct. 29 and 30. 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. The title of Miss Ponca City is currently held by Ashley Van Hoesen, daughter of Everette and Sonja Van Hoesen. One of the candidates for the title is Heather Herard, a senior at Po-Hi, and daughter of Joe and Karen Herard, 3519 City View Road. Her talent category includes writing poetry, she has been published, and acting. As a sophomore student she went to state competition in drama. Listed for two years in Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Miss Herard received departmental school awards in French , Biology and Geography/Humanities. Her hobbies include writing and listening to music. The candidate is a member of the National Honor Society, LEO Club, Foreign Language Club, and National Forensics League, and serves as Copy Editor/Business Manager for the Po-Hi Cat-Tale. She is a member of First Lutheran Church, where she is active with her youth group, and has been both a Vacation Bible School and Sunday School teacher. Additionally, she has worked as a day care provider at First Lutheran School. Paige Allison Jones Bride Of Jason Scott RedwinePaige Allison Jones became the bride of Jason Scott Redwine in a 2 p.m. ceremony Sept. 4, 1999, at the chapel of First Baptist Church. The double ring vows were officiated by the Rev. Larry Heslip. Parents of the couple are Art and Shirley Jones of Ponca City and Bob and Betty Redwine of Oklahoma City. Decorations included candelabra, votive candles, greenery and blue flowers. Marcella Johnson was organist and Charlotte Smith was the vocalist. Among the musical selections were “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” “Trumpet Tune in D Major,” “the Prince of Denmark’s March,” “Ode To Joy,” “Hornpipe from Water Music” and “Shine On Us.” The guest book was attended by Kelli Kyle. Honor attendant for her sister was Keela Mostek, and bridesmaids were Carrie Witteman and Kim Ward. Each wore a celery green satin dress and carried an arrangement of ivory roses, purple statice, blue misty and greenery. Brad Harrison served as Best Man, and groomsmen were Mac McCall and Brion Antinoro. The bride wore a floor-length ivory satin gown designed with a sleeveless bodice styled with a round neckline and adorned with pearls. Her double-tiered tulle veiling was edged with satin, and she carried a bouquet of ivory roses, purple statice, greenery and blue misty. Assisting with the reception at the Williamsburg Parlor of the church were Karen Yost, Bert Thomas, Louise Skinner, Sara Myers, Jane Jump, Heather Heslip, Stephanie Galbraith, Sarah Frantz, Ona Clegg and Jerri Boyer. The couple resides in Plano, Texas, where the bride is a registered nurse at the Medical center of Plano. The bridegroom is a registered pharmacist with Stadtlanders Pharmacy in Dallas, Texas. Kiwanis Focus On IDD ProjectKiwanis Club of Ponca City encourages the community to learn about Iodine Deficiency Disorder on the ABC TV newsmagazine program 20/20 on Friday, Sept. 24, and watch for more information on what can be done to help eliminate this disorder. IDD prevention is an international project for Kiwanis. Pioneer Area Quilters Guild Holds MeetingThe Pioneer Area Quilters’ Guild met recently at Community Christian Church with 63 members in attendance. Elaine Hughes, president, welcomed guests, Donna Dobbs of Golden, Mo., Paula Glenn of Blackwell and Nadine Fahs of Inez, Texas. Guests are always welcome to visit and the guild meets the first Monday of each month. Sue Roy presented nine members with door prizes; Laveta Newland, Wanda Bollman, Cheryl Pritchett, Ona Atnip, Donna Hamma, Michiel Landers, Betty Schwanke, Donna Hoffman and Sandy Henderson. The flannel, machine-quilted donation quilt will be displayed at the McCord Craft Show on Oct. 30 and the membership cookbook is well underway with requests for recipes as the next step. Members only will have access to the cookbook. Oleta Demaree will be organizing a new stitch group and all persons interested in joining should contact her. In October Lyla Pack will present a program on machine quilting, and in November Virginia Walton will have “Curved Pieces” to share. Anyone desiring additional information should call Elaine Hughes, 762-5178 or Sue Roy 580-362-3860. Former Residents Of Carter Nine Planning ReunionFormer residents of what is believed to have been the largest of the Oklahoma oil field camps will meet Oct. 1 at Ponca City. Carter Nine was established in 1920 by the Carter Oil Co, (a subsidiary of Standard Oil of N.J.) in the Burbank Field of Osage County. According to a spokesperson Carter Nine had a 12-year school, post office, grocery store, gasoline station, and barber shop. In its heyday in the 20’s and 30’s the company houses featured electricity and modern plumbing. The company sponsored school was highly regarded scholastically and in sports competition. Their students took the majority of firsts at the annual Pawahuska academic contests. They also won more than their share of basketball, track and tennis tournaments. Skelly Oil Company took over the gasoline plant in the late 30’s and Phillips assumed the production in about 1940. Most of the Carter families were transferred to other locations in Oklahoma and Illinois. The school has not existed for over 50 years and the camp has been gone for decades. Former students and residents are being sought for this reunion. The gathering will begin mid-morning Friday, Oct. 1, at Ponca City’s Holiday Inn. That evening the group will meet at the Golden Corral on North Fourteenth. Saturday morning they will attend the Shidler ten school reunion. For more information, contact Wanita Robertson White, 2505 Roselawn Ave., Lafayette, In 47904, telephone (317) 447-2697. Michelle Mapel Marries John Thomas WilliamsNuptial vows for Michelle Anne Mapel and John Thomas Williams were solemnized in a recent ceremony at St. Mary’s Catholic church in Clinton with the Rev. Michael Vaught officiating. Decorations included an archway covered with white tulle, hunter green bows and irridescents. The altar was complemented by lighted green trees accented with red roses and ivy atop burgundy and white lace-covered pedestals. The pews were marked with tulle bows and pearls created by Debbie Collins of Butler. The banner with the symbol of marriage used at the lectern was created by the bride. The bride is the daughter of Mike and Carol Mapel of Butler, and the granddaughter of Joe and Dorothy Sheik of Newkirk and Bonnie Mapel of Peckham. The bridegroom is the son of Tom and Ingrid Williams of Arapaho, and the grandson of Kenneth and Waultrap Watts of Colorado Springs, Colo. Ann Brown was the vocalist, and altar servers were Jeremy Daggs of Arapaho and Amanda Robben of Clinton. Musical selections included “Canon in D,” “On Eagle’s Wings” and traditional processional and recessional. The bride wore a princess-styled gown of white satin and hand-beaded, re-embroidered Alencon lace. The long sleeves fastened with satin-covered buttons. Lace appliques were scattered across the full skirt and cathedral-length train. The bride’s cathedral-length veiling was edged with lace and attached to a hand-beaded lace headpiece, and had been worn by her mother at her wedding. The bride carried a bouquet of red roses, pink larkspur, amaranthus, lemon leaf and Ming fern. Desi Simpson of Edmond was Matron of Honor, and bridesmaids were Jamie Banister of McDonald, Kan., and Jayme Schacle of Oklahoma City. Each was attired in a tea-length hunter green dress styled with a scoop neckline and pinch-pleated short sleeves. The dropped waistline was complemented by a dropped, tiered hemline. Each carried a red rose arrangement with pearlized beads. Kristen Mapel of Blackwell, cousin of the bride, was flowergirl, and ringbearer was Scott Williams of Perry, cousin of the bridegroom. Distributing programs were Duane Mapel of Butler, brother of the bride, Audrey Hobaugh of Braman, cousin of the bride, and Miranda Teeter of St. Francis, Kan. Readers were Thomas Mapel, and Diana Bewley of Edmond, Godmother of the bride. Attending the guest book were Sarah and Mary Anne Peters of Purcell, cousins of the bride. Jason Williams of Clinton was Best Man for his brother, and groomsmen were Shawn McKeaigg and Neil Glance of Clinton. Guests were seated by Thomas and Mark Mapel of Butler, brothers of the bride. The bridegroom wore a black tuxedo with a hunter green vest, and the groomsmen wore black tuxedos with burgundy vests. The reception, hosted by Don and Dianna Bewley of Edmond, was held at Seton Hall at the church. Assisting were Debra Daggs, Gerri Hough, Stephanie Daggs, Sue Hooper, Sandra Eschler, Andrea Robben, Clinton Jamie Banister and Jayme Schacle. The four-tiered hexagon-shaped cake was baked by the bride’s mother. The scalloped layers featured irridescent beading. The bridegroom’s cake was a two-layer version of an original recipe for Bohemian Poppy Seed Cake. Among the special guests attending were the couple’s grandparents and Sandra Eschler of Germany, cousin of the bridegroom, and Viktor Urbancik from the Czech Republic. Following a wedding trip to Breckenridge, Colo. the couple resides in Clinton. The bride is attending SWOSU, and the bridegroom is employed with Bar-S Foods. TOPS Chapter Members MeetTOPS OK 308 Chapter, met in regular Monday session with Ann McCool presiding. A devotional “The Worth of a Friend” by Baxter Black was presented by Joan Hendrickson. Roll call and weight reports were presented by Betty Flower. The “Best Looser” award was won by Pat Meller and the Ha Ha Pot was won by Betty Flower. Forbidden food for the week was ice cream. A report on the Fun Day Workshop held at Drumright was made by Donna McCoy and Fern Black, and Natalie McCoy presented a program from the TOPS magazine titled “Achieve Your Dreams.” TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non profit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs and contests are used to encourage weight loss. Weigh-in time is set for 6 to 6:45 p.m., each Monday and meetings begin at 6:45 p.m. For more information contact Betty Flower at 765-5448 or Delpha Clemens at 762-2844. Union School District 98 Holds Reunion in TonkawaThe sixth Union School District 98 reunion was held at the Tonkawa High School in Tonkawa on Sept. 11. The reunion was a covered-dish event, and a drawing was held for door prizes. The invocation was given by Rolla Sober, and D.J. Mourer welcomed everyone to the reunion. The oldest students attending the reunion were Bill Howell and Glen Cales. Winners of the door prizes were Loretta Leathers, Anna Roach, Clyde Farris, Bonnie Burns, April Lunn, Jacie White, Doug Eagle, and Eldon Nelson. A remembrance was made to the following who have passed away since last the reunion — Joe Roy Jr, Marlene Eagle Rhodd, Dewey Hairyback, Houston Hurst, Orin Porter and Belvadora Sanders. Attending from Ponca City were Paul Pettit, Marvin and Theda Blubaugh, Betty Schwanke, Delores Andrews, Bill Howell, Reva Butcher, Warren and Baker, Terry and Francis Ailey, Eldonn Magnus, Kenneth and Joyce Sober, and Erma Mathis, Jacie White, Max and Lorretta Leathers, Dan McFarlin, Addie Jacobs, Cletus and Pat Blubaugh, April Lunn, Bert and Margaret Sober, Bobby Sober, James and Lois Whitfield, Rolla Sober, Gerald and Hope Sober, Carl and Nadine Williams, Albert Coffman, Phyllis Lansdowne, Thomas and Ina Williams, Doug, Lillian, Molly Eagle, Beulah Criner, and Ray and Donna Schiltz. Attending from Tonkawa were D.J. and Melba Mourer, Marjilea Smithheisler (teacher), Geneva Page, Frank and Bonnie Burns, June Chilson, Atwood and Gladys Jones, and Donald Area. Attending from Marland was Wilkie Eagle. Out of town attendees were Eldon and Betty Nelson of Grenola, Kan.; Byron and Jewell Baker of Bartlesville; Mardy Grubb and Edna Davis, Oklahoma City; Tillie Stover, Universal City, Texas; Jim and Doug Coffman, Sparks, Nev.; Glen and Alice Cales, Kaw City; Fred and Betty Pigg, Lawton; Neil and Maxine Farris, Lander, Wyo.; Clyde Farris, Portland, Ore.; Joe and Mary Doby, Washington, Texas; Betty McDonald, Grandview, Texas; Edith Kitchell, Wolfforth, Texas; Georgia Roach, Tulsa; Earlene Best, Thelma Reed, and Darlene Kating, Claremore; Anna Roach, Blackwell; Gayln Odenwald, Billings; and Debbie Golay, Burbank. Reunion committee members are D.J. and Melba Mourer, Gerald and Hope Sober, Bonnie Burns, Bert and Margaret Sober, Reva Butcher, Roll Sober, and James and Lois Whitfield. The next reunion is planned for September 2000. Ponca City HappeningsSUNDAY Marland Estate Mansion, 901 Monument Road, open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Guided tours Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1:30 and 3 p.m. Special tour information, 767-0420. Pioneer Woman Museum, open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays and holidays. Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Wednesday through Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 10th and Grand. Home of Ponca City Indian Museum, Bryant Baker Studio, 101 Ranch Museum and DAR Museum. Available for receptions, teas, bridge parties, etc. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m. 767-0427. Ponca City Tourism Office, 10th and Grand. Information about all tourist attractions and events in Ponca City and the surrounding area. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 763-8067. 11th Step AA meeting — open, 11 a.m.; AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — 8 p.m., closed topic meeting; 603 South 1st. MONDAY Al-Anon meeting, 8-9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212 South Third. Domestic Violence Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays. Programs for women and children of family violence. Babysitter provided. For information call 76A-BUSE. Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the parlor of the First Baptist Church. More information may be obtained by calling Raelene Brown, 765-5756; Mary Beth Guy, 765-9894; Martha Long, 762-5572. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Call Beth Wright, 765-6738, for additional information. Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel. Simple Steps AA — closed, noon; AA Step Study — closed, 8 p.m.; Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, discussion; 603 South 1st. TOPS OK 308 members weigh-in time is 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meetings starting at 6:45 p.m. on Mondays. For more information call Betty Flower, 765-5448. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). Pioneer Area Guild meets the first Monday of each month at Community Christian Church on West Grand. Business meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. There will not be a meeting in July. Chapter FN of PEO will meet for the annual salad supper at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at the home of Jerri Boyer, 1435 Pioneer Road. Co-hostess will be Sue Ziegenhain. The first meeting of the year for the group is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. TUESDAY The American Family Support Group will meet 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at 1105 West Highland. The topic will be Child Welfare Services and child abuse. Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Performing Arts Building (south entrance) Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All women welcome. For information call 765-6829, 363-1643 or 762-2885. Kiwanis Club, noon Tuesday, Marland Mansion Conference Center. New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m., Tuesday, Harmony House (upstairs library). AA Discussion meeting at noon; AA Big Book Study — closed, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, Big Book; 8 p.m., closed, Step Studies with first Tuesday for Traditions; 603 South 1st. Freedom Group of AA; Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. We study and practice tradition. Study Discussion of “As Bill Sees it” and other AA approved literature. Call 762-3345 for more information. Parent Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns and frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Pioneer Water Garden Society meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Cann Gardens. Anyone interested in water gardens, fish, plants or starting your own pond is welcome to attend. For more information contact Mike Welch, 765-3271, or Ray Moreland, 762-7806. Preschool storytime for 4-, 5- and 6-year-olds, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Ponca City Library. Ponca Prairie Pleaters meet the first Tuesday evening of each month with the exception of the summer months. For more information call Cheryl, 762-9618. Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m. Fanchon Chapter 53, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 1200 West Grand. Free pregnancy test is kept confidential at Birth Choice, 700 West Broadway. Hours are 6-8 p.m. Tuesday; 1-3 p.m. Wednesday; 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Call 765-9689. WEDNESDAY Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday’s edition of Lifestyles is 5 p.m. Wednesday. For Happenings include name of club, time and day of meeting, place and hostess. Pioneer Toastmasters Club, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, R&D East Auditorium, Conoco Complex, 1000 South Pine. Guests welcome; public invited. For additional information, contact Bob Ennis, 767-5946. Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday. For location call 765-5695 or 762-5529. Simple Steps AA meeting; Step Study — closed, noon. AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, discussion; 603 South 1st. Storytime for 2 and 3-year-olds, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand, 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Short stories, songs, use of flannel board. Lasts about 15 minutes. Ponca City Council of Garden Clubs meets at the Cann Center on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Anyone interested in gardening, flowers, birds, butterflies, conservation, historic preservation, landscape design or environmental education, is welcome to attend. For more information call 762-3695, or 762-3555. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) support group aids veterans of the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. The group is confidential and meets at the DAV, 401 South Lincoln, Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. If you are a veteran suffering with PTSD or know someone who could use help, contact 762-3851 or Steve Mallory, 762-7561. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). The Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month. Guests are always welcome to attend. For more information call 762-9866 or 718-0314. Chapter FC of PEO will hold the first meeting of the season at noon Sept. 22 at the home of Lee Maniatis. The luncheon is being arranged and served by members of the Ways and Means committee. The officers are presenting the program, an exemplication of initiation. THURSDAY Al-Anon at Conoco, TBTV 50 on Mezzanine between North and South Towers, 11:30 p.m. Thursday. Call Linda, 765-7045, 767-5328. AA Discussion meeting, noon; AA discussion meeting, 8 p.m., Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, open, discussion; 603 South 1st. Freedom Group of AA; closed Big Book Study at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. We study and practice tradition. Open meeting the last Thursday of each month for birthdays. Call 762-3345 for more information. Jaycees, 7 p.m., first and third Thursday, Chamber of Commerce meeting room. Interested persons welcome to attend any meeting. Model Railroad Club, 7-10 p.m. Thursday, Stephenson Building, 113 North Third. For information call 762-8687 or 765-7996. Parent Support Group, 9:30-11 a.m. Thursday Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns, frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Ponca City Newcomers Club meets the third Thursday of each month at the Marland Mansion. For more information contact Joyce Fox, 762-9578. Ponca City Newcomers will meet May 20 and members are reminded to bring recipes to the meeting. For more information and to make reservations call Joyce Fox, 762-9578. Story hour for school-aged children Thursday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca City Library. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). American Legion Post 14 meets at 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at the Huff-Minor Post home, 407 West South Avenue. DAV meets the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 401 South Lincoln. FRIDAY Simple Steps AA — open, noon; AA speaker meeting — open, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, open, Step Study with the first Friday for traditions; 8 p.m., open, discussion, last Friday for birthdays; 603 South 1st. Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Marland Mansion. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance). Smoke-free building. For more information call 762-3345 or 765-9459. The annual fall salad luncheon and bake sale will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 8 at Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children. All area women are invited to attend the Ponca City Mother’s Club fall luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Marland Mansion west chapel. Ticket cost is $8 per person and reservations should be made by Sept. 21 with Patti Lundeen, 765-3911, or Jerry Boyer, 762-5832. Special recognition will be given to all past presidents of the organization who attend the event. The program will be presented by Jo Ann Muchmore, who will provide a play review of “Love Letters.” SATURDAY AA Discussion meeting at noon Saturday. AA Discussion meeting at 8 p.m., Harmony House, 212 South Third. AA Alano Group — Noon, open, discussion; 603 South First. New Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House (upstairs library). Smoke-free. Order of the Amaranth meets the first and third Saturdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple. Overeaters Anonymous group meets 11-12 Saturday mornings at Woodlands Christian Church. The meetings are open to “anyone who desires to stop eating compulsively.” For more information call 762-2161. Wheatheart NutritionFor Wheatheart Nutrition Menu information call 767-1620. Volunteers are needed to deliver noon meals to the elderly homebound. Menus for this week are as follows: Monday, Sept. 20: Macaroni and cheese with ham; fresh fruit; oven fried okra; cornbread with margarine; sugar cookie. Tuesday, Sept. 21: Vegetable meatloaf; mashed potatoes with gravy; buttered peas; muffin with margarine; double orange gelatin. Wednesday, Sept. 22: Cheesey pork pie; California mixed vegetables; tropical fruit mix; whole wheat dinner roll with margarine; sherbet. Thursday, Sept. 23: Smothered hamburger with beef gravy; buttered corn; tossed salad with dressing; breadsticks with margarine; jello cake. Friday, Sept. 24: Chicken patty; pickle, lettuce, tomato, onion; marinated carrots; bun with margarine; iced raisin peanut butter bars. SPORTSCats Looking for Consistency Cats Looking for ConsistencyBy FRED HILTON News Sports Editor TULSA — Consistency, consistency, consistency. It’s the crucial thing the Wildcats need to win games and it’s the main thing they’ve lacked in non-district play. “When we do things well we’re a pretty good football team. When we don’t we’re not,’ head coach Rusty Benson said following Friday’s 12-7 loss to Tulsa Memorial at LaFortune Stadium. The Poncans showed a sign of what could be as they took the second half kickoff and launched an 11-play drive that started on their own 20 and finished in the end zone with tailback Micah Johnson bowling in from four yards out. Kip Quiram’s PAT kick gave Ponca City a 7-6 lead. Most of it was grind-it-out football as the Wildcats converted three third down plays in the drive. The big gainers were a 27-yard keeper around the left side by quarterback Kyle Henderson and an 8-yard punch by Johnson which set up his touchdown. The Wildcats got help from two off-sides penalties against Memorial (which was flagged nine times for 55 yards) but had to overcome a 5-yard motion penalty of their own. Uncharacteristically, the Poncans suffered seven penalties for 65 yards. That 75 yards of ground gaining was the majority of the 102 yards the Wildcats had rushing on the night. They managed 29 yards passing on 5-of-11 attempts. Ponca City maintained reasonably good field position with kickoff and punt returns. But it was one special teams mistake that proved costly. In the final six minutes of the game, Memorial defensive end Josh Bunting (6-4, 200) broke through to block a Bret Skaggs punt. Memorial took over at the Wildcat 12 and scored in two plays to go back in front despite the second missed conversion. Ponca City got its offensive act together just long enough to pick up a pair of first downs and move to the Memorial 47. But an incomplete pass and two quarterback sacks pushed the Poncans back to the 33 and they had to punt the ball away. Ponca City got he ball back with 1:09 remaining. But a fourth down pass came up a yard short of a first down and Memorial finished off the clock. The first half was a defensive struggle until the final minute when Memorial quarterback Joe Hull scrambled to his left, cut back against the grain and outraced the Wildcats 44 yards for the first score with 42 seconds remaining. The winded Hull shanked the extra-point try. “The blocked punt hurt,” Benson said. “But it was just one of 60 plays during the game that were just as big. Most close games hang on four or five crucial plays.” Defensively, the Poncans played well except for the one first-half break down. Benson spotlighted the play of defensive end Jacob Biby, end Jimmo Ozment, linebacker Mark Goddard, tackles Wes Crosson and Casey Badley along with defensive backs Billy Broughton and Henderson. “The defense did a good job,” Benson said. “The trouble was there was too much of it.” Benson and offensive line coach Terry Henderson credited the success of the scoring drive to the blocking of fullbacks Goddard and Josh Young, the running of Johnson and Henderson and the up-front blocking of Josh Kirkpatrick, Badley and Biby. Now 1-2, the Wildcats start District 6A-3 play this week playing host to arch-rival Stillwater. “Stillwater is awfully good offensively and pretty good defensively,” Benson said in reviewing film of the Pioneers. Stillwater is 3-0 in non-district play after beating Choctaw 29-13 Friday. “This is always a big game.” Benson said. “We need to play well and we’ll need a full house in the stands.” T. Memorial 12, Ponca City 7 Ponca City 0 0 7 0 — 7 T. Memorial 0 6 0 6 — 12 Scoring Memorial — Hull, 44 run; kick failed Ponca — Johnson, 4 run; Quiram kick Memorial — Hull, 2 run; pass failed Individual Statistics Rushing Ponca City — Johnson 19-63, Henderson 12-28, Young 3-10, Littleton 2-6. Memorial — Hull 17-88, Reese 17-70, Smith 5-17, Bunting 5-16, Lamfu 1-1, Gwartney 1-(-2) Passing Ponca City — Henderson 5-11-0 29. Memorial — Hull 4-10-0 40 Receiving Ponca City — Sharon 2-13, Broughton 2-8, Bilby 1-8 Statistics Ponca Memorial First Downs 7 11 Rushes, yards 36-102 46-190 Passing yards 29 40 Comp-attempts 5-11-0 4-10-0 Punts-Avg 8-26 6-35 Fumbles-lost 1-0 1-0 Penalties-yards 7-65 9-55 Mavericks Blank NeoshoThe Northern Oklahoma College Mavericks soccer team roped in a decisive victory Thursday against Neosho College of Chanute, Kan. The Mavericks came off a three game losing streak due in part to illness and injury but have again shown they can play the game. Head Coach Michael DuRoy said that the team showed more hustle than in recent games. “It feels good to win,” DuRoy said of the 4-0 victory. “We put a lot of passes together and played our game.”. The Mavs commanded the ball, using the entire field to spearhead an aggressive offense that wore down the Neosho defense. Jonathon Scace, Talala freshman, scored first for the Mavs after dribbling up from midfield and hammering one past the Neosho goalkeeper. With a 1-1 tie at the half, DuRoy talked to his team about intensity and persistence. The words must have hit home because the team scored three more times in the second period of play. Ponca City freshman Andrew England scored the second goal of the game off a head shot taken while crowded by defenders. Tulsa freshman Ryan Purdy was there to assist. Tulsa freshman Tou Yer Yang scored next for the Mavs. sophomore Rusty Baxter, Noble, made a sharp pass into the crowd and Yang knocked it quickly in from the top of the net. Bixby freshman Cody Bynum made the last goal of the game off a pass by Paul Broome, Ponca City freshman, who received the feed from Maverick veteran Baxter. Northern goalkeeper Robbie Van Wyngaarden, Moore sophomore, was challenged several times but made the save each time to walk away with the shutout. DuRoy said that scoring early gave the team a lift. “The goal we scored early took the pressure off so we could play our game,” DuRoy said. “We worked well together and set things up like we should.” The Maverick defense only allowed Neosho two or three strong attempts at the goal but collapsed quickly and stole the ball on several occasions. Sophomore defenders Tariq Amaireh, Noble, and Justin Lowder, Yukon, were key players on the defense Thursday night. The Mavericks hit the road this weekend to take on Rose State in Midwest City and will be back home in Tonkawa against Cloud County on Tuesday. The Lady Mavs, undefeated after three games, travel to Chickasha to face off against USAO on Saturday and will play at home against Cloud County on Tuesday at 2 p.m. prior to the men's game at 4 pm. Where Are They Now?Former Ponca City tennis standout Phil Landauer, along with doubles partner Dan Bohannon, of Los Angeles, won the National Clay Courts 45-and over Championship, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Friday. It was the ninth national championship for the former Po-Hi and University of Arkansas player. Landauer represented the United States in the Dubler Cup Championship recently, in Dublin, Ireland, where he and partner Larry Turville — former Rice University tennis coach — won the doubles championship. The United States won the Cup title over 31 nations. Landauer is near the top of the United States Tennis Association rankings for his age group — fourth in singles and, with playing partner Neal Newman — second in doubles. Landauer, 47, lives in Hilliard, Ohio, where he is part owner and head tennis pro at the Players Club, an indoor tennis club of 500 members. Junior High TennisJunior High Tennis Results Ponca City vs. Ark City singles 1 — Jenni Cowan lost to Hunt, 6-1 2 — Kyla Lewis def. Dever, 6-3 3 — Audrey Eubank def. Viola, 7-5 4 — Halli Martin def. Julian, 7-5 5 — Bonnie Blumert def. Webb, 7-6(7-5) 6 — Kristen Tepton lost to Harder, 7-6(7-5) 7 — Jordon Lunsford def. Mills, 6-4 8 — Krystal Loney lost to Smith, 6-4 9 — Leah Dester def. Musgrove, 6-2 10 — Cassandra Coldiron def. Shriver, 6-0 11 — Zareen Durrani def. Thompson, 6-3 12 — Angela Pitts def. Musgrove, 6-2 13 — Kelle Waddell def. Mills, 7-5 14 — Lindsay Stafford def. Engle, 6-3 15 — Nevin Porte def. Snow, 6-0 16 — Sammie Bustraan lost to West, 6-3 17 — Jennifer McCullough def. Bailey, 6-4 18 — Amanda Lee def. Julian, 6-0 19 — Laura Knight lost to Smith, 6-0 doubles 1 — Cowan/Lewis def. Hunt/Dever, 6-4 2 — Martin/Lunsford def. Julian/Mills, 6-4 3 — Eubank/Blumert lost to Viola/Webb, 6-0 4 — Trepton/Loney def. Harader/Feugate, 6-0 5 — Coldiron/Durrani def. Shriver/Thompson, 6-1 6 — Pitts/Waddell def. Feugate/West, 6-0 7 — Stafford/Porter def. Engle/Snow, 6-0 8 — Bustraan/McCullough lost to Feugate/West, 7-6(10-8) 9 — Lee/Knight lost to Smith/Musgrove, 6-0 Newkirk Gets in Last, Last WordBy MATTHEW KOENIG News Sports Writer Editor's Note: And Matthew Koenig also gets in his last word -- Sports writer Koenig submits this, his last News Sports article, prior to leaving this thriving metropolis of Ponca City. Best wishes in all your future endeavors Matthew Koenig. NEWKIRK — For the Newkirk Tigers, if at first you don’t succeed, then try, try again. And again. And again. A battle of attrition ended late in Newkirk, as quarterback Jay Dobson dove into to score from two yards out in double overtime and the Tigers’ defense stepped up to pull off a thriller against the Chisholm Longhorns, 7-0, Saturday. “It showed a lot of character,” said Newkirk coach Sonny Schovanec. “Sometimes you’d rather win like that than by 20 points. It gives the kids some good experience.” With the first possession in the second OT, Newkirk tailback Sam Free picked up eight yards up the middle and Dobson followed with the game’s first score. Dobson then booted the ball through the uprights for the point after. With four downs of their own, the Longhorns failed to send it to a third period, however, as Bob Tull squashed Chisholm quarterback Daniel Stalker on second down, and a phalanx of Newkirk linemen stepped up to stop fullback Jake Dickson on consecutive tries from inside the three. “I felt real comfortable going into overtime,” Schovanec continued. “We work on situations like that, inside the 10, in practice. I thought it was our game to lose.” The Newkirk defense held the potent Longhorn offense in check through regulation, giving up just seven first downs. They also held game-breaking tailback Blake Hurlbutt — who had averaged 122 yards in his first two games — to just 40. Aside from shutting out the Longhorns twice in overtime, the Tigers also thwarted their foe’s only trip into the red zone in regulation, as Free intercepted a first down pass for a touchback, in the second quarter. “Our defense did a great job. To stop an explosive team like that three times inside the 10 is saying something,” Schovanec said. “We beat a good team.” Though Dobson finished 10-for-23 passing for 101 yards, the Longhorns made him pay throughout the game, dragging him down seven times behind the line of scrimmage. Free was his typical self and made up for much of that lost yardage, picking up 95 hard-fought yards on 21 carries. The Tigers’ biggest threat of the first half came immediately after Free’s interception, with just a minute left on the clock. Free got the drive started, bolting for 14 yards, then caught a Dobson pass to move the ball to midfield. Dobson then hooked up with 6-7 receiver Troy Pankratz on a crossing route for a 28-yard gain to the 25. Deep in Chisholm territory, the Tigers then lost the ball on a fumbled halfback pass, but Jordan Ring got it right back, recovering a fumble by Chisholm’s Nathan Black. With just 26 seconds, however, and combined and relentless pressure from a blitzing Longhorn line, Dobson failed to find an open receiver on four straight throws. The punters got a workout in the second half, as neither team maneuvered far beyond mid-field. The Tigers’ deepest drive went to the Longhorns’ 35, while the Longhorns’ ventured only as far as the Tigers’ 42. Turnovers and penalties also played a part throughout the game, as each team lost three fumbles. There were four turnovers in the second half, the biggest for Newkirk coming with a Nathaniel Klein interception, deep in their own territory. James Mowdy also had a fumble recovery, late in the third quarter. An unsportsmanlike conduct call after a sack on Dobson kept the Tigers’ alive on third down, late in the third, but a false start, followed by yet another sack thwarted that effort. From their own 22, Dobson hooked up with Andrew Simmons for a 13-yard gain late in regulation, and in six plays, Free and Brett Shupe pounded the ball down to the Chisholm 35. A holding penalty, however, followed by an incompletion and a sack again ended the Tigers’ hope. On the Longhorns’ first possession in overtime, Ring came up to stop Dickson on the first down, and Free and Klein combined to stand Stalker up on the second. Klein then recovered a fumble on fourth down. After a clipping penalty on the Tigers’ first attempt, a 32-yard field goal attempt from Dobson was blocked, sending the game to a second overtime. The Tigers’ launch into district play on Friday, traveling to Caney Valley. Newkirk 7, Chisholm 0 (2 OT) Newkirk 0 0 0 0 0 7 — 7 Chisholm 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 Newkirk — Dobson 2 run in 2 OT (Dobson kick) Team Statistics Newkirk Chisholm First Downs 11 7 Rush Att-Yds. 40-99 39-135 Pass Yds. 110 50 Comp-Att-Int 11-24-1 4-11-1 Fumb-Lost 5-3 5-3 Pen-Yds 9-78 6-65 Punt-Ave 7-27.4 6-31.8 Individual Statistics Rush — Newk: Free 21-95; Dobson 12-(-14); Shupe 7-18. Chis: Hurlbutt 15-40; Dickson 17-66; Stalker 5-13; Black 1-6; Crites 1-4. Pass — Newk: Dobson 10-23-102-1; Free 1-1-8. Chis: Stalker 4-11-50-1. Receiving — Newk: Klein 2-15; Munroe 2-16; Shupe 2-10; Free 2-20; Pankratz 1-28; Dobson 1-8; Simmons 1-13. Chis: Dickson 1-15; Hurlbutt 1-9; Jones 1-22. Area RoundupMorrison Thrashes Defending ChampsMorrison 48, Garber 14 If there was any lingering doubt Morrison is back, the Wildcats completely dispelled it by crushing Class B’s No. 5 ranked Garber, the defending state champion. Morrison set the tone early as Josh Hicks returned the opening kickoff 85 yards for a touchdown. Clark Shouse scored on touchdown runs of 4, 3 and 3 yards. Garber managed to stay close in the first half. The Wolverines answered Hicks’ opening stunner with a touchdown drive to take a brief 8-6 lead. However, Shouse finished off two Morrison drives to put the Cats in front to stay, 18-8. Garber closed the gap to 18-14, but Morrison had the last word of the first half on a 10-yard pass from quarterback David Spears to Belusko. Morrison then dominated the second half. including second TDs by Belusko (62 yards from Spears) and Hicks (3 yard run). Morrison had 290 yards rushing and 385 in total offense to 225 for Garber. Shidler 46, South Coffeyville 0Shidler vaulted to 3-0 on the season with senior tailback Courtney Jenkins scoring twice — on runs of 3 and 2 yards — in a game called by the mercy rule in the fourth quarter. Derek Compala, Clark, Jack Wagner and Tommy Irving also scored for the Tigers. Shidler added a safety to the mix when Bryan Yandell tackled the South Coffeyville runner in the end zone. Ringwood 24, Deer Creek-Lamont 8 Sophomore Adam Stanley’s 7-yard touchdown run and conversion, gave DCLA an 8-8 tie at halftime. But Ringwood rallied in the second half, after returning the kickoff for an 80-yard touchdown. How They FaredOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Here is how teams in the Oklahoma Associated Press high school football poll fared during Week 3: Class 6A 1. Jenks lost to Tulsa Union, 27-24, OT 2. Moore def. Norman North, 34-7 (tie) Tulsa Union def. Jenks, 27-24, OT 4. Westmoore def. Del City, 40-21 5. Lawton def. Enid, 52-7 6. Stillwater def. Choctaw, 29-13 7. Putnam City North lost to Putnam City, 37-10 8. Owasso def. Tulsa Hale, 45-7 9. Br. Arrow def. Fort Smith (Ark.) Southside, 24-7 (tie) Yukon lost to Edmond Memorial, 22-21 Class 5A 1. Ada def. Durant, 53-7 2. Ardmore def. Carl Albert, 35-21 3. Carl Albert lost to Ardmore, 35-21 4. El Reno def. Elk City, 30-20 5. Chickasha def. Anadarko, 36-0 6. Tulsa Washington at OC Douglass (Sat.) 7. OC Douglass vs. Tulsa Washington (Sat.) 8. Claremore vs. Bixby 9. Tulsa East Central def. Sapulpa, 17-14 10. Duncan lost to Wichita Falls (Texas) Hirschi, 41-14 Class 4A 1. Clinton def. Woodward, 21-0 2. Elk City lost to El Reno, 30-20 3. Star Spencer def. Newcastle, 33-19 (tie) Coweta lost to Tulsa Kelley, 28-14 5. Weatherford def. Altus, 35-27 6. Poteau lost to Alma, Ark., 24-11 7. Okmulgee def. Tulsa Edison, 41-13 8. Skiatook lost to Collinsville, 40-13 (tie) Wagoner lost to Tulsa Webster, 23-6 10. Idabel vs. OC Western Heights Class 3A 1. Cascia Hall def. Stroud, 42-0 2. Purcell def. Lexington, 46-18 3. Pawhuska lost to Nowata, 26-6 4. Bristow def. Mannford, 25-0 5. Tuttle def. Blanchard, 31-7 6. Berryhill def. Locust Grove, 31-0 7. Sulphur def. Marlow, 21-20 8. Seminole lost to Shawnee, 20-17, OT (tie) Oologah lost to Catoosa, 14-7 10. Marlow lost to Sulphur, 21-20 Class 2A 1. Heritage Hall def. Piedmont, 31-0 2. Davis vs. Wynnewood, cancelled 3. Wynnewood at Davis, cancelled 4. Plainview def. Lone Grove, 33-0 5. Warner was idle 6. Nowata def. Pawhuska, 26-6 7. Prague lost to Deer Creek, 42-0 (tie) OC Millwood def. OC Northeast, 20-0 9. Konawa at Stratford (tie) Wewoka def. Elgin, 53-22 Class A 1. Rush Springs def. Healdton, 41-0 2. Thomas def. Cordell, 46-0 3. Turpin was idle 4. Tonkawa def. Drumright, 76-6 5. Colcord lost to Picher, 25-6 6. Apache vs. Dickson 7. Commerce def. Quapaw, 39-0 (tie) Panama def. Hulbert, 56-0 (tie) Velma-Alma def. Maysville, 28-8 10. Beaver was idle Class B 1. Pioneer def. Oklahoma Christian, 55-12 2. Oklahoma Christian lost to Pioneer, 55-12 3. Morrison def. Garber, 48-14 3. Burns Flat-Dill City lost to Christian Heritage, 24-8 5. Garber lost to Morrison, 48-14 Class C 1. Medford def. Corn Bible, 45-0 2. Corn Bible lost to Medford, 45-0 3. Balko def. Deerfield, Kan., 59-18 4. Webbers Falls was idle 5. Kremlin-Hillsdale def. Waukomis, 41-0 Three Unbeatens Left in 6A-3The final non-district games certainly gave District 6A-3 coaches something to think about. While Union’s 27-24 overtime win against No. 1 ranked Jenks grabbed most of the headlines, there were a number of telling games around the league. Owasso and Stillwater joined Union as the three unbeatens headed into the district openers this week. Owasso mauled Tulsa Hale, 45-7. The Rams have now scored 138 points in three outings. Stillwater scored 29 first-half points and then held off Choctaw, 29-13. But those three teams are the only ones in the district with winning records. Sand Springs fell to 1-2 after getting walloped by Tahlequah 42-6. Sapulpa is also 1-2 after stumbling to Tulsa East Central, 17-14. Ponca City is 1-2 after losing to Tulsa Memorial 12-7 and Edmond Memorial broke into the win column after two narrow loses by nudging Yukon 22-21. Enid is the lone winless district team after being blasted by No. 5 Lawton, 52-7 on Thursday. After a tough see-saw battle with Jenks, Union scored the winner after holding the Trojans to a field goal in the overtime. Quarterback Tyler Gooch, 7-of-16 for 114 yards, threw to end Jay Felker for the deciding score. Jenks had taken a 21-14 lead with just 3:36 left in regulation. Gooch drove the Redskins 65 yards in nine plays for the tying score, The quarterback scored on an 8-yard plunge to send the game into overtime. Owasso quarterback Steven Dyer threw for 266 yards and six touchdowns, five in the first half, as the Rams continued to run over opponents. Dyer’s TD tosses went to five different receivers. Owasso had 427 yards in total offense. Stillwater’s Leonard Jones returned a punt 85 yards for a touchdown and caught a 13-yard scoring pass from quarterback Josh Field as the Pioneers struck for a 14-0 first quarter lead. Fields also threw to John Martin for a touchdown late in the first half to boost the lead to 29-0 after Stillwater had blocked punt out of the end zone for a safety. Choctaw outplayed the Pioneers in the second half but couldn’t make up the difference. After a slow start to the season Tahlequah found its scoring punch at the expense of Sand Springs. Tigers’ quarterback Justin Southerland threw for 144 yards and two touchdowns. Sand Springs aided in its own demise. Tahlequah returned two Sandite fumbles for touchdowns and an interception set up still another score. Sapulpa’s Mike Tyson rushed for 146 yards and a touchdown but the Chieftains saw East Central roar back from a 14-3 first half deficit as Sapulpa lost for the second time in two weeks. District 6A-3 play starts this week with Stillwater at Ponca City, Owasso at Sand Springs, Edmond Memorial at Union and Enid at Sapulpa Standing Bear Pow Wow Set To StartHorseshoe and volleyball tournaments are included in this year’s activities at the Standing Bear Pow Wow. Volleyball competitions will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday just west of the Standing Bear Arena. Standard rules will apply. However, it is required that there be at least one female on the court at all times. The horseshoe tournament begins at 10 a.m. and will be played using cancellation scoring with the first team to reach 21 points proclaimed as winner. Teams will pay a $15 fee for volleyball and $10 for horseshoes with the winner of each tournament awarded one-half of the total entry fees for that event. “As the Standing Bear Pow Wow grows and attracts more people, the need for diversified entertainment and activities grows accordingly,” said Jim Sherron, tournament coordinator. “Games like horseshoes and volleyball engender friendly competition and provide an opportunity for exercise.” The Standing Bear Pow Wow will be held Friday and Saturday with grand entries starting at 7 p.m. on both nights and at 3 p.m. on Saturday. For more information on the tournaments or the Pow Wow, call 762-1514. Last Minute Plays Doom PawneeBy BOB PATTERSON News City Editor PAWNEE — A fourth and 9 pass from the 36 that got the ball to the eight in the final minute of playing time simply broke the Black Bears’ back here Friday night in a Cleveland Tigers victory of 16-13. The non-district contest saw the two teams, Cleveland at 3A and Pawnee at 2A, even their records at 1-2 apiece as a result of the outcome. But had the Black Bears of Coach Bobby Miller been able to knock that ball down on the crucial fourth down, Pawnee would have walked off the field with a well deserved victory. That’s not saying that Cleveland didn’t deserve to win. The Tigers did, but they got some really big help in the final minute to do so. First, there was the completed pass to a diving John Kesner, for his only catch of the night, with 41 seconds to go. Second, there was Cleveland at the 8, having to spike the ball to stop the clock, 35 seconds to go. Third, there was Kyle Norrid breaking loose to the 2, but stopped by the Pawnee defense. Fourth, there was a spike of the ball — but it went for naught, with 19 seconds to go, when Pawnee was called for being offsides. Fifth, Norrid did get into the end zone with 15 ticks left to get Cleveland on top at 16-13. “We had some real questions about the final seconds in the ball game, but we’ll have to just take what we got and get ready to bounce back up and get ready to go again,” Miller said. The Pawnee coach was impressed with his team from the previous two weeks in bouncing back from adversity. “It was a physical game, and we did a really good job. There were several instances however, that we’ll have to correct in giving up additional yards following the first contact. We had them several times that could have resulted in an extra down or having to punt the ball, but we didn’t put them on the ground,” Miller said. “The kids played hard. They certainly showed improvement on the past week. We had a lot of penalties in the first half that may have cost us a chance to go up at least by another field goal. You have to give Cleveland credit for making the big plays at the right time, but it’s tough,” he said. The Pawnee defense showed it was going to be really tough from the outset, when it forced Cleveland to punt in four downs. And the offense took a cue from that effort, when on third and 8 at the Cleveland 45, Michael Dennis burst through the line, made a cutback and ended up at the 1 yard line. Quarterback Aaron Bruns got the score on a keeper with 8:44 showing in the first quarter and Pawnee went up 6-0 when the kick for the extra point went wide to the left. Cleveland then took a long time (almost eight and a half minutes) and drove 73 yards in 18 plays that ended up three inches shy of paydirt, thanks to a busting tackle by A.J. LeadingFox and company. The Black Bears took over with 15 seconds left in the first quarter but Cleveland’s Gary Tucker got points on the board for the Tigers when he jumped into the backfield of the Black Bears to stop Dennis on the first Pawnee effort for a safety. Eight plays into the second quarter, Pawnee’s Ricky Edwards picked up a bouncing football from a fumble by Cleveland and returned it 34 yards to the Cleveland 32 to get the Black Bears in field position. While Pawnee appeared heading for a second score of the night, it went for naught, when a holding call went against the Black Bears. A clipping and an offensive pass interference then went against Pawnee and a fourth down and whatever forced a punt. The Black Bears were able to continue to come up with defensive play time and again, taking a 6-2 lead into the intermission. Both teams fought defensive battles throughout the third quarter, and Pawnee opened the period having to punt on the sixth play. Cleveland got the ball on their own 38, got three first downs (the third on a 15-yard face mask penalty assessed the Black Bears), and on second and 7 at the 15, Brian Carr found enough freedom to race into the endzone to put the Tigers on top 8-6. A 2-point run by Kyle Norrid made it 10-6, with 6:54 to go. That stunned Pawnee, but the Black Bears came right back. With junior Jordan Moore taking over at quarterback, Pawnee scored in slightly more than two minutes. It was a time of elation, when Moore hit Monty Driscoll who made the catch in stride and went the final yards to complete a 29-yard scoring effort. A kick by Aaron Adson added enough to make it 13-10. It may have been a matter of scoring too quickly and leaving too much time on the clock. But most coaches, players and fans, after having such a difficulty in scoring, probably would take the score at that time. The defense was called on for preservation of the lead, and came up with the plays throughout the first three minutes. With 1:10 to go it was third and 1 at the Cleveland 28, a penalty pushed the ball back to the 33, for third and 6 and a loss by Cleveland quarterback Jake Hammond put the ball on the 36 when defensive end Derek Wichita made the play. However, Hammond, all 6-4, 190-pounds of him threw deep to Kesner for the big play that put the ball on the 8, and the Tigers took it on in for the cruncher. Cleveland 16, Pawnee 13 Cleveland 2 0 0 14 — 16 Pawnee 6 0 0 7 — 13 Scoring Pawnee — Aaron Bruns 1 run (kick failed) Cleveland — Safety (Gary Tucker tackled Michael Dennis in Pawnee end zone) Cleveland — Brian Carr 15 run (Kyle Norrid run) Pawnee — Monty Driscoll 29 pass from Jordan Moore (Aaron Adson kick) Cleveland — Norrid 1 run (kick failed) Statistics Cleve. Paw. First Downs 16 6 Rushes-yards 54-189 24-128 Passing yards 60 46 Comp-attempts 7-13-0 4-14-1 Return yards 5-64 6-62 Punts 6-31.2 5-36.8 Fumbles-lost 2-1 4-1 Penalties-yards 4-20 7-90 Individual Statistics RUSHING — Cleveland: Gary Huffman 14-51, Kyle Norrid 17-47, Jake Hammond 11-43, Brian Carr 7-30, Nathan Allembaugh 5-18. Pawnee: Michael Dennis 11-102, Aaron Bruns 5-11, Ricky Edwards 2-5, A.J. LeadingFox 3-5, Jeremy Bruns 3-5. PASSING — Cleveland: Hammond 7-13-0 60. Pawnee: A. Bruns 2-9-1 8, Jordan Moore 2-5-0 38. RECEIVING — Cleveland: John Kesner 1-28, Brett Blythe 4-21, Greg Rodecker 1-11, Justin Gilbert 1-0. Pawnee: Monty Driscoll 1-20, Cody Laird 1-9, Edwards 1-7, LeadingFox 1-1. Prep Football ScoresBy The Associated Press Friday’s Games: Area Tonkawa 76, Drumright 6 T. Memorial 12, Ponca City 7 Luther 71, Woodland 25 Newkirk 7, Chisholm 0, 2OT Cleveland 16, Pawnee 13 Morrison 48, Garber 14 Perry 19, Blackwell 14 Shidler 46, South Coffeyville 0 Ringwood 24, DC-Lamont 8 State Ada 53, Durant 7 Alma (Ark.) 24, Poteau 11 Antlers 25, Tishomingo 7 Ardmore 35, Carl Albert 21 Balko 59, Deerfield, Kan. 18 Barnsdall 54, Depew 0 Bartlesville 31, Coffeyville, Kan. 0 Beggs 14, Kellyville 6 Bentonville, Ark. 42, U.S. Grant 20 Berryhill 31, Locust Grove 0 Bethany 49, Crooked Oak 30 Boys Ranch, Tex. 14, Texhoma 7 Bray-Doyle 47, Moore Christian 0 Bridge Creek 35, St. Mary 34, OT Bristow 25, Mannford 0 Broken Arrow 24, Ft. Smith Southside 7 Caddo 21, Kingston 14 Cascia Hall 42, Stroud 0 Catoosa 14, Oologah 7 Central Marlow 26, Ryan 6 Central Sallisaw 14, Weleetka 8 Chelsea 23, Dewey 20, OT Cherokee 34, South Barber, Kan. 28 Chickasha 36, Anadarko 0 Chr. Heritage 24, Burns Flat 8 Ch. Heritage 24, Burns Flat 8 Clayton, N.M. 25, Boise City 13 Clinton 21, Woodward 0 Coalgate 14, Atoka 0 Collinsville 40, Skiatook 13 Comanche 14, Cache 10 Commerce 39, Quapaw 0 Copan 44, Bluejacket 14 Covington-Douglas 8, Community Christian 0 Cyril 39, Temple 12 Davenport 33, Maud 14 Deer Creek 42, Prague 0 Ed. Memorial 22, Yukon 21 Ed. North 25, Edmond S.F. 6 El Reno 30, Elk City 20 Eufaula 28, Checotah 14 Fairview 35, Laverne 0 Forgan 40, Yarbrough 18 Fort Gibson 20, Hilldale 0 Fort Smith (Ark.) Northside 34, Muskogee 7 Foyil 56, Welch 8 Frederick 43, Harvest Christian 8 Glenpool 28, Stilwell 14 Gore 54, Seq. Tahlequah 0 Grace Christian 38, Tyro Christian, Kan. 14 Grandfield 36, Tipton 12 Haileyville 54, Sasakwa 6 Harrah 26, OC McGuinness 21 Haskell 41, Sperry 14 Henryetta 7, Savanna 0 Heritage Hall 31, Piedmont 0 Hinton 41, Carnegie 19 Hobart 23, Sayre 8 Holdenville 21, Heavener 0 Hollis 7, Mangum 6 Hominy 36, Seq. Claremore 34 Hooker 29, Booker, Texas 6 Hugo 36, Marietta 28 Inola 41, Chouteau 26 Jones 42, McLoud 0 Ketchum 34, White Oak 6 Kremlin-Hillsdale 41, Waukomis 0 Lawton Eisenhower 28, Lawton MacArthur 21, OT Lindsay 41, Little Axe 14 McAlester 21, Broken Bow 12 Medford 45, Corn Bible 0 Meeker 34, Chandler 14 Metro Christian 29, Holland Hall 14 Miami 23, Pryor 0 M.W. City 16, Norman 10, 2OT Mid-Del Christian 46, Bowlegs 12 Minco 36, Empire 12 Moore 34, Norman North 7 Mooreland 27, Canton 0 Morris 26, Vian 16 Mounds 20, Verdigris 13 Mt. View-Gotebo 58, OKC Ch. 13 Nowata 26, Pawhuska 6 Oaks 35, Chetopa, Kan. 24 OC Millwood 20, OC Northeast 0 Okemah 34, Bethel 7 OC Casady 37, Crescent 20 OC N.W. 42, OC Capitol Hill 6 OC Star Sp.r 33, Newcastle 19 Okeene 22, Hennessey 21, OT Okla. Union 35, Fairland 9 Okmulgee 41, Tulsa Edison 13 Owasso 45, Tulsa Hale 7 Panama 56, Hulbert 0 Paoli 24, Alex 14 Perkins 42, Cushing 27 Picher 25, Colcord 6 Pioneer 55, Okla. Christian 12 Plainview 33, Lone Grove 0 Prue 54, Midway 6 Purcell 46, Lexington 18 Put. City 37, Putnam N. 10 Putnam West 24, Mustang 20 Quinton 31, Hartshorne 7 Ringling 34, Wayne 8 Rogers, Ark. 28, T. Central 0 Roland 24, Muldrow 0 Rush Springs 41, Healdton 0 Salina 42, Pocola 0 Seiling 12, Alva 3 Shattuck 40, Merritt 6 Shawnee 20, Seminole 17, OT Siloam Springs (Ark.) 14, Jay 13 Snyder 38, Cashion 30 Stigler 12, Wilburton 6 Stillwater 29, Choctaw 13 Sulphur 21, Marlow 20 Tahlequah 42, Sand Springs 6 Tecumseh 6, Pauls Valley 3 Thomas 46, Cordell 0 Timberlake 32, Pond Creek-Hunter 24 Tulsa East Central 17, Sapulpa 14 Tulsa Kelley 28, Coweta 14 T. McLain 42, Tulsa Rogers 12 Tulsa Union 27, Jenks 24, OT Tulsa Webster 23, Wagoner 6 Tuttle 31, Blanchard 7 Valliant 26, Madill 16 Velma-Alma 28, Maysville 8 Victory Christian 53, Okay 0 Vinita 17, Grove 14, OT Wakita 32, Freedom 30 Walters 50, Riverside 12 Washington 40, Waurika 0 Watonga 21, Kingfisher 6 Waynoka 26, Buffalo 13 Weatherford 35, Altus 27 Wellston 8, Kiefer 6 Westmoore 40, Del City 21 Wewoka 53, Elgin 22 Wich. Falls Hirschi 41, Duncan 14 Wilson 28, Dibble 12 Wilburton 12, Stigler 6 Windsor Hills 58, Yale 12 Wyandotte 42, Kansas 14 Thursday’s Games: Adair 40, Owasso JV 22 Cave Springs 32, Watts 26 Lawton 52, Enid 7 OC John Marshall 23, OC S.E. 0 SW Covenant 48, Geary 6 Westville 45, Rogers, Ark., JV 14 Sports NotesJunior Rifle ClubThe Ponca City Junior Rifle Club will hold a basic marksmanship and safety course for boys and girls, ages 12 through 18. Starting this Tuesday and running through Nov. 23, the classes will be each Tuesday from 6:30 to 9 p.m.. The 25-hour course is designed to teach and develop the attitude, skills and knowledge necessary to shoot a rifle safely and accurately. All instructors are NRA certified. The Club is located two miles east of the Arkansas River bridge on Highway 60 on the south side of the road. For information, call 765-7324 or 762-9457. Hunter's Ed Safety CourseAn Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Hunter Safety Course is scheduled for Monday through Wednesday in Blackwell at the Kay Electric Building, 300 West Doolin. The course will run from 6:30 to 10 p.m. each day and students mist attend all three sessions as well as pass a written test. Lew Wentz Ladies Golf AssociationThe Wentz Ladies Golf Association wil meet at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday to draw for pairingsd for Ladies Day play. Last week’s winners were Jerry Barnes in Championship flight, Evelyn Davis in President’s flight, Kathy Kemper and Frosty Erkenbeck in A flight, Ginger Bratcher in B flight, Joy Asbury in C flight and Chris Beguin, Daves, Barnes and Kemper for Low Putts.
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