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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, October 1, 2000 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALKay County Shriners Present Two Music Groups on Saturday Kay County Shriners Present Two Music Groups on SaturdayThe Kay County Shriners will be presenting two music groups during a country, gospel comedy concert at Hutchins Memorial Auditorium Saturday starting at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds are for the benefit of the Kay County Shrine Club Akdar Temple. The show includes The Texans and The Tulsans. Both groups have performed on stages at Branson, Mo. The Texans are a male quartet originally from Dallas. It includes Sam Ray, lead vocalist and emcee from Fort Worth; Kelley Shanks, tenor, from Nash; Curtis Ray, baritone, son of Sam; and Rod Mays, bass, from Camden, Ark. The Texans also utilize the comedian efforts of Brenda Ray, Sam’s wife, who is originally from Garland. The group was originally organized in 1971 at Dallas Christian College as the Master’s Four. They traveled as a gospel group until 1983 and then relocated to Branson to perform in family entertainment shows. At that time, they changed their name to The Texans. This group was awarded the Ozark Music Awards distinction as Group of the Year in 1985, 1986, 1987 and 1988 until the awards were discontinued in 1989. They were voted Entertainers of the Year for 1987 and 1988 ... As the Master’s Four they held the title Texas Group of the Year from 1975 through 1982. The Tulsans quartet is a Southern Gospel male quartet comprised of gospel music veterans who love to sing the good news and share the positive message of gospel music. Group founder, Doyle McAlister, began the quartet in 1985. They continue to hold a schedule of over 100 concerts annually throughout the United States. The Tulsans perform in a variety of venues including civic auditoriums, high schools, community festivals, fairs, fund raisers and churches. They have also had guest appearances in Branson. The content of the music performed by The Tulsans ranges from up-tempo current hits in the Southern Gospel music field to old favorites loved by everyone. One of the most noticeable characteristics of their music is the ability to blend in rich, full, four-part harmony. The Tulsans have achieved numerous milestones during their Gospel Music career. Some of their achievements include “Ambassadors of Good Will” for the state of Oklahoma by Gov. David Walters; received letter of commendation from United States Senator Jim Inhoff for their work in promoting the state of Oklahoma and the city of Tulsa through their music across America; and named “favorite male quartet” five years by the Great Plains Gospel Music Association. For tickets, call Bill Harvey, 580-765-5676 or Ron Carr 762-8689. School Lunch Menu, for Oct. 2-6Elementary Breakfast Monday — Pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and sausage gravy or cereal or pop tart, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Hostess muffins or pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — French toast stick with syrup or pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Hostess muffins or pop tart or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Elementary Lunch Monday — Hot dog or queso and chips, pork and beans, lettuce and tomato salad with ranch dressing, cookies, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cheeseburger or mini corn dogs, tater tots, mixed vegetables, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Wednesday — Chicken strips with hot roll or pizza, fresh fruit, lettuce and tomato salad with ranch dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Thursday — Hot pockets or barbecue brisket on a bun, scalloped potatoes, fresh fruit, sour apple slime, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. Friday — Cheese filled pizza sticks with marinara sauce or fiesta burrito, lettuce and tomato salad with ranch dressing, mexi beans, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, yogurt plate, juice and milk. West Middle School Breakfast Monday — Jelly donuts or pop tart or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and gravy or pop tart or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Wednesday — Breakfast pizza or pop tart or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Thursday — French toast sticks with little smokies or pop tart or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Friday — Biscuits and gravy or pop tart or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Lunch Available on Monday through Friday at the Middle School is Domino’s pizza and Taco Bell burritos. Also available on Tuesday and Thursday is Subway. Monday — Queso and chips, refried beans, cheesy rice, lettuce and tomato salad, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cheeseburger, lettuce and tomato salad, mixed vegetables, fresh fruit, french fries, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Wednesday — Chicken strips with hot roll, fresh fruit, mashed potatoes and gravy, lettuce and tomato salad, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Thursday — Hot pockets, fresh fruit, salad with ranch dressing, scalloped potatoes, sour apple slime, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Friday — Cheese filled pizza stick with marinara sauce, lettuce and tomato salad, corn on the cob, cookies, saltine crackers, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. East Middle School Lunch Available at East Middle School Monday through Friday are Domino’s and Taco Bell burritos. Subway is available on Tuesday and Thursday. Monday — Soft tacos with lettuce and cheese, fresh fruit, mexi beans, cheesy rice, shredded lettuce and tomato, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Tuesday — Chicken strips with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, Jello, glazed carrots, fresh fruit, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Wednesday — Cheeseburger, French fries, baked beans, lettuce and tomato slice, fresh fruit, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Thursday — Macaroni and cheese with hot roll, tossed salad with ranch dressing, Jello, fresh fruit, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Friday — Submarine sandwich, fresh fruit, carrot and celery sticks, chips, salad, Curious George snack, dill spears, raisins or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, juice and milk. Po-Hi Breakfast Monday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Tuesday — Muffins or donuts or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Wednesday — Pancake on a stick or donuts or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Thursday — Breakfast burrito or donuts or cereal, assorted juice and milk. Friday — Egg omelet with sausage patty and toast, assorted juice and milk. High School Lunch Available every day at Campus Mart, the Training Table Deli offers a pasta bar, baked potato bar, lean items and fresh fruit. The Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Pizza Inn every day and Subway on Tuesday and Thursday. The Repro Mart features Mexican food, bakery/deli and Italian food courts. All-American Line Monday — Stuffed crust pizza, tossed salad with ranch dressing, corn, sour apple slime, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Tuesday — Meat nachos or cheese nachos, refried beans, tossed salad with ranch dressing, strawberry parfait, jalapenos, balsa, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Wednesday — Chicken strips with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, mixed vegetables, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Thursday — Frito chili pie, mexi beans, tossed salad with ranch dressing, Jello, mixed vegetables, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Friday — Cheeseburger, baked beans, lettuce and tomato slice, cookies and cream pudding, seasonal fruits, juice and milk. McCord Elementary Breakfast Monday — Ham, egg and cheese pocket, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cereal, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday — Biscuits and gravy, juice and milk. Thursday — Pancakes with sausage, juice and milk. Friday — Oatmeal, toast, juice and milk. Lunch Monday — Ravioli, grilled cheese, green beans, sliced pineapple and milk. Tuesday — Spaghetti with beef, French bread, corn, pears and milk. Wednesday — Salisbury steak with potatoes and gravy, carrots, cherry crisp, hot roll and milk. Thursday — Chicken and noodles, potatoes, peas, hot roll, peaches and milk. Friday — Corn dogs, french fries, dill spears, orange wedge, cookie and milk. Pioneer Technology Center Tuesday — Spaghetti with meat sauce, fried chicken or chef’s choice plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. Wednesday — Liver and onions, barbecue brisket or catch of the day plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. Thursday — Mexican casserole, greek grilled chicken or chef’s choice plus soup, assorted salads, salad bar, vegetables, breads and desserts. The cafeteria is open to the public Tuesday through Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to noon. City CalendarItems for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon. Anytime FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs). Alcoholics Anonymous, Alano Group, Ponca City’s first established AA Group, meets at Noon and 8 p.m., seven days a week. All noon meetings open, all 8 p.m. meetings closed except Fridays, 603 South First Street. First Monday Lions Vision Group meets the first Monday of the month, with the exception of holidays, at 10 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, using the Thirteenth Street entrance. Refreshments are served at 9:45 a.m. For a ride call 765-4370. The meetings are open to visually impaired residents. Every Wednesday and Friday Elks Lodge Food Night, 6-8 p.m., Elks Lodge, 3612 Lake Road. Today Crop Walk for Missions, 3 p.m., registration opens at 2:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, help feed the hungry including Friendship Feast ministry. Monday 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. PC56er’s, the club for Department 56 Collectors, 6:30 p.m., Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse, anyone interested in collecting Department 56 products, doll houses, or model trains invited, a display of miniature accessories available for purchase. Tuesday Crafts with Mary Jo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Wednesday Energy Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Thursday Ponca City Noon Ambucs, Noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining come by. Bingo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Kay-9 Dog Training Club, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library, public welcome, for more information 762-9053 or 762-7360. Friday Gospel Music/Singing, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Saturday American Legion Pancake and Sausage Feed (all the pancakes you can eat), 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m., American Legion, 407 West South Avenue, adults $3.50, children under 12 $2, children under 6 free, proceeds to children and youth activities. Rummage Sale, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty Avenue, proceeds go to missions. Christian Motorcycles Association, 8:30 a.m., Conestoga, I-35 and U.S. 60. Kay County Shriners present The Texans and The Tulsans in concert, 7:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial Auditorium, Ponca City, 580-765-5676 for tickets. Julia Bushkova, native of Russia, violinist in concert, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, presented by Ponca City Arts and Humanities, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and Conoco Inc., no charge. October 7-8 Oktoberfest, Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Marland Estate Grounds, 901 Monument Road, contact Kathy Adams 580-767-0420, fax 580-763-8054 or e-mail: tourism@poncacity.net Kaw Challenge, all day, Kaw Lake, contact Kathy Tippin, 580-762-9494 (phone or fax) October 9 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Elks Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m., 3612 Lake Road. October 10 Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., City Commission Chamber, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Ponca City Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. Movie and Popcorn, “Oliver!”, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West 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, Kay County, regular monthly board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School. October 11 Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club, 9:30 a.m., Cann Gardens, for more information 762-9866 or 718-0314. Cultural Affairs Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sunroom, 1000 East Grand Avenue. Crafts with Mary Jo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Rural Water, Sewer and Solid Waste Management District No. 3 Monthly Board Meeting, 7 p.m., District Pump House, Perch Lane, Sandy Park Estates. October 12 Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., Broadway Plaza, 201 East Broadway Avenue. Ponca City Noon Ambucs, Noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining come by. 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 13 Annual fall salad luncheon and bake sale for Albright Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 128 South Palm. Adults are $5, children, $2. Chicken Noodle Dinner, 5-7 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty Avenue, adults $4, children $2, homemade pie, 50 cents. Senior Pitch, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 14 Gospel Music/Singing, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Jaci Velasquez and Plus One in concert, 7 p.m., Enid’s Mark Price Arena, presented by KLVV 88.7 FM, call 767-1400 for more information. October 16 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, Commissioners’ Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. October 17 Password!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Program Room, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand Avenue. Kaw Lake Association 2000 Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m., NOC, Tonkawa. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, corner U.S. 60East and Keeler Road, new volunteers always welcome. October 18 Crafts with Mary Jo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center Sunroom, 1000 East Grand Avenue. October 19 Ponca City Noon Ambucs, Noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining come by. Afternoon Senior Pitch, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, Municipal Court Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Disabled American Veterans McKnight-Printz Chapter 47, 7 p.m., 401 South Lincoln Street. October 20 Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue, Commission Room. Senior Pitch, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 23 Drug Store 2000 Opening Celebration, 10 a.m.-noon, Hutchins Auditorium. Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Gorden Deckert, M.D., F.A.C.P., 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Hutchins Auditorium, public invited to attend. October 23 Elks Lodge Meeting, 7 p.m., 3612 Lake Road. October 23-26 Drug Store 2000, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Hutchins Auditorium. October 24 Movie and Popcorn “Drums Along the Mohawk,” 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 25 Crafts with Mary Jo!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 26 Ponca City Noon Ambucs, Noon to 1 p.m., Ponca City Country Club, interested in joining come by. Domino or Table Games, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting, 7 p.m., Conference Room A (in cafeteria), St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. American Legion Huff-Minor Post 14, 7:30 p.m., Post Home, 407 West South Avenue. October 27 Drug Store 2000, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Hutchins Auditorium, public invited to attend. Senior Pitch, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 28 Peer Mediation Training, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse, adult volunteers welcome, contact Katina Combes, 765-2467 or Byron Tribble, 762-9764. Y.E.S. (Youth Empowerment Services) workday, 9 a.m.-noon, Help clean seniors yards, contact Katina Combes 765-2476, sponsored by Ponca City Alliance for Youth, United Way, 205 North Second Street. RSVP Annual Recognition Banquet, 5:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue, open to all RSVP volunteers; must make reservations by Oct. 25, more information 762-9412. October 30 Halloween Bingo (Wear your disguise!), 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. October 31 Fall Spelling Bee, win a prize!, 12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. November 3 An Evening with Sullivan and Gilbert featuring Cox & Box, comic operetta, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, presented by Ponca City Arts and Humanities, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts, and Conoco Inc., no charge. November 4 Alpha Gamma Study Club 29th Annual Arts and Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Unity Recreation Center, Ponca City, contact Karen Yost (580) 765-4688 for application. November 11 Veteran’s Day Parade, 10:30 a.m., Downtown Ponca City, contact Chuck Gregg, 580-765-1367. November 18 Liberty PTA Arts and Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., anyone interested in booth space, Derra Bishop 762-6288 or 762-6422. November 22 Christmas Tree Lighting and Caroling, 6 p.m., Centennial Plaza, Fifth Street and East Grand Avenue, Ponca City, contact Tamara Sharp, 580-763-8082. November 22-December 30 Festival of Angels, 6-10 p.m. nightly, Citywide and Lake Ponca Park, contact Kathy Adams, 580-767-0420. November 23 Pioneer Woman 15K and 5K Run, 9 a.m., Pioneer Woman Statue, 701 Monument Road, contact Bob Kammiller, 580-765-7855. December 1 Lighted Christmas Parade, 6 p.m., Downtown Ponca City, contact Tamara Sharp, 580-763-8082. December 2 Christmas Gala, 7 p.m.-midnight, Marland Estate Mansion, 901 Monument Road, contact Kathy Adams, 580-763-5881. December 8 Historic Homes Holiday Tour, 6-9 p.m., Citywide, contact Missy Morland, 580-763-8067. December 3-31 Christmas Tree Collage Exhibit, 1-5 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday, Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue, contact Donna Secrest, 580-765-9746. December 8-9-10 “Amahl and the Night Visitors” musical, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, free admission, for information Donna Butler, 762-1681. Actress Author To Meet Public Here on TuesdayRonnie Claire Edwards is known all across the world for her role as Corabeth Walton Godsey on the television series The Waltons. She has appeared extensively in television, film, and theater. She recently toured the United States in a one-woman show based on her book The Knife Thrower’s Assistant, Memoirs of a Human Target. Tuesday, she will be at Brace Books and More to meet the public and autograph copies of her book. Fannie Flagg wrote the foreword to the book, saying that Edwards is “first and foremost a storyteller of the first order with a natural ability to hone in on the quirky and absurd ... the closest way to describe her style is Oklahoma Gothic — if there is such a thing. And if there wasn’t, there is now.” Edwards, a graduate of the Oklahoma University School of Drama, recounts her early life in Oklahoma on the tent show circuit. For years, a close circle of friends have been thrilled and enchanted by her vivid and hilarious stories — tall tales and yarns that have earned her a reputation as one of Hollywood’s greatest raconteurs. Now these “true” stories are put in print for a larger audience. Walt Disney feature animation president, Thomas Schumacher, said this book is “one of the most engaging and fascinating books I have ever read. Images at once striking and charming, these stories will stay in the imagination long after the book takes a treasured place on the shelf. I feel as though I’ve been let in on a fabulous secret and offered a window to a world I couldn’t dream I would ever visit.” In addition to her role on The Waltons, Edwards has also been a regular on the television series, Sara, Boone, Just in Time, and had a recurring role on Designing Women. Guest appearances have included Dynasty and Murder She Wrote. She is co-author of the musical Cowboy, based on the life of Western painter Charles Russell. She wrote a musical, Idols of the King, which toured 35 states and played 134 venues to standing room houses and ovations. Edwards has received three Dramalogue Awards for excellence in acting. Fans unable to attend the autographing party who would like an autographed copy of The Knife-Thrower’s Assistant may contact Brace Books & More to request that copies be held for them, 765-5173, 800256-5173, or email@bracebooks.com. Power Wheelchairs Available On RequestMiracle on Wheels makes available power (electric) wheelchairs to non-ambulatory senior citizens (65 years old and up) usually at no out-of-pocket expense if they qualify. No deposit required. The electric wheelchairs are provided to those who can not walk and can not self-propel a manual wheelchair in their home or independent living quarters and who meet the additional qualifications of the program. This service may also be available to the permanently disabled of any age. Call 1-800-749-8778 or visit the web site at www.durablemedical.com for more information on the details of the program. Standing Bear Dedication Honors Native AmericansBy JEFF POLITTE News Staff Writer State and local dignitaries gathered in Ponca City Saturday morning to honor the memory of chief Standing Bear and dedicate the completion of Phase II of Standing Bear Park. The second phase of the three-phase project was highlighted by the unveiling of six tribal viewing courts, each representing one of six area Native American tribes: Kaw, Osage, Otoe-Missouria, Paw-nee, Ponca and Tonkawa. At the dedication of Phase I, held in October of 1996, the 22-foot bronze statue of Standing Bear was unveiled. On Saturday, in addition to the six viewing courts, a walking trail and two orientation courts were unveiled. The final phase of the project is scheduled for completion in 2001. “It is good that we should be here, and right that we should honor this man (Standing Bear),” said keynote speaker Tom Cole, Chief of Staff to the Republican National Committee. Cole is a registered member of the Chickasaw Nation and former Oklahoma Secretary of State. “I was brought up early to value my Native American heritage,” he related to the crowd of tribal members and other supporters. In addition to honoring Standing Bear and civil rights for all Americans, Cole said celebrants were gathered at the park to “celebrate who we were as a people, who we are as a people and who we want to be as a people.” “We’re here because [Standing Bear] stood up in a court room and asked to be recognized as a human being,” said attorney Jack De McCarty, master of ceremonies. He told guests if they left with nothing else, they should leave with a desire to “give and want respect as human beings.” “Do not ever be ashamed of this place,” he stressed. “The monument, and the spirit of the man are a monument to the future of all mankind,” suggested Ponca City mayor Tom Leonard. “All of us are bound together ... with the deep belief that we are all created equal and are all God’s children.” “The Standing Bear Native American Foundation is one of Conoco’s and Ponca City’s finest partnerships,” said Gary Ed-wards, senior executive vice-president of Corporate Strategy and Development for Conoco. “We look forward to Phase III of this project ... and Conoco looks forward to being a partner” in it, added Edwards. Gov. Frank Keating suggested the park was an extraordinary achievement. He also said that we become better people when we recognize that all people are individuals. “We believe that every citizen is special,” the governor said. Officials Discuss Restructuring Middle SchoolsBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor A growing concern for middle school students has prompted Ponca City officials to look at restructuring mid-level education. Part of the concern stems from the high number of summer school participants in both reading and math. Last summer, 202 students were required to attend summer school, and 51 were retained. Deputy superintendent Dr. John Scroggins said restructuring is at a very early level. “I’m open to everything right now. We have formed focus groups to look at all levels on middle school education,” he said. Scroggins said middle schools across the nation are looking at ways to provide a better education for today’s youth. “Our board has asked us to examine where we are at the middle school level. We are trying to do it in a very organized way, and we want our teachers and parents input.” Although in the early stages, one of the key elements to restructuring lies with time and organization. The focus group will look at the length of periods (90 minutes, 75 minutes, 55 minutes, varying and others), length of the reporting period (trimester or semester) and grade configuration. “Contrary to many rumors, we have not discussed the trimester plan for the middle school students. We have heard input from some parents, but a lot of the concerns are for adults and not the students,” Scroggins said. Over the next few months, the focus groups will also study communication issues. “We want our teachers and parents involved in this decision. We have a number of community members interested in our children. Now we’re calling them together,” Scroggins said. He emphasized the focus should still be on literacy. “We also need to look at math. We have students that are not ready to take algebra in high school. It causes problems when students enter high school not prepared,” he said. The focus groups will meet over the next few months and present a proposal to board members in December. If changes are to be implemented, they will affect seventh and eighth grade students at both East and West Middle Schools for the 2001-2002 school year. “We want to do what’s best for our children,” Scroggins said. “This is not something new. A couple of years ago, the board asked us to look at the middle school. We are following up on that.” Planning Time Line • Oct-Nov — Focus groups to meet • December — Proposal made to board • January — Board votes on proposal • February — Inservice with Sue Galletti, staff and community meetings, professional development • March — Commu-nity meetings, staff decisions, professional development • April — Final ar-rangements for 2000-2001 school year Poncan’s New Director Boasts Oklahoma TiesMichael Varnum of Stillwater has been named the new executive director of the Poncan Theatre. The Oklahoma native has extensive experience in facilities management, working most recently as manager of Two Rivers Convention Center in Grand Junction, Colo., and previously for the city of Stillwater as director of facilities and as director of the Stillwater Community Center. “It’s wonderful to be back in Oklahoma and working for the enhancement and growth of cultural activities and events,” Varnum said. “The Poncan Theatre’s aesthetic and historic significance in the community and the state of Oklahoma is well known. It will be exciting to be a part of its renaissance in the new century.” Varnum is a member of the International Association of Assembly Managers. He and his wife, Janet, live in Stillwater and have one son, Matthew. Varnum is the third director of the Poncan Theatre since the company was formed in 1989. He succeeds Kenn Wessel, who came to Ponca City when JoAnn Muchmore retired in 1997. Summit Goal Of Networking AccomplishedBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Business Editor The main objective of the Ponca City Summit — networking with high profile leaders who have or had a connection here — was accomplished, according to the steering committee. The two-day series of meetings featuring leaders from business, education and industry, concluded its two-day schedule Saturday. A connection was made with out-of-towners, who have experiences living in other communities across the nation. On Friday morning the guests and local sponsors, who put up the funds for the reconnection, participated in exchange of ideas with Dr. Leo Presley serving as facilitator. In the afternoon, the visitors and sponsors played golf or attended a shooting demonstration by wildlife commission representatives at Big Fork Ranch, owned by Jerry Evans. Friday morning there was a tour for the spouses, who visited the Poncan Theater, the Marland Mansion and the Pioneer Woman Museum. The entire group reconvened at the Ponca City Country Club for a reception and dinner. Presley gave instructions for the Saturday morning session, held at Pioneer Technology Center. Coming together for the wrap-up, the group vowed to keep in touch and to continue exchanging ideas. A wide range of topics were explored, and the information is expected to be of value in the future for economic development and other areas. Captains of industry, who have some connection here due to their companies, provided input on what they look for when recruiting employees. Among the companies or organizations represented were ITC, Conoco, Williams Brothers, Albertson’s, Cleary Petroleum, Oklahoma Technology Commercialization Center, Oklahoma Natural Gas, Oklahoma Academy for State Goals, McKinley and Associates, Oklahoma Alliance for Manufacturing Excellence, Oklahoma Tourism and others. Strengths and weaknesses were discussed and the out-of-town guests spoke from their experiences. When the event concluded, most of those attending from other locations appeared to be excited about either returning to their “roots” or making a reconnection. The steering committee expects to reconvene for an evaluation and to keep the attendees “connected” electronically about what is going on in Ponca City. The material is still in a raw form and will be refined and reported at a future date, according to the committee. The event ended at 10 a.m. Saturday, just in time for the sponsors and participants to attend the Standing Bear Park unveiling of the tribal courts. Letters to the EditorCommissioner: I Need Your Input Dear Citizens of Ponca City: When I ran for the office of city commissioner, I was committed to the idea of keeping the citizens of Ponca City informed of my actions if I was fortunate enough be elected as a member of the City Commission. I believe that this letter is the quickest way I can reach a majority of you at what I believe is a critical time. My hopes are that you will respond to me by phone of letter with your opinions and concerns. We are now faced with the fact that an action is going to be taken on the Marland Estate hotel, conference center, chapel and E.W.’s Restaurant. The mayor appointed a committee to study what alternatives we have for these buildings. The group spent a lot of time and effort studying the issues and are to be commended for their time and diligence. We have three choices that we can make. Our first choice is we can pass a tax to completely remodel the facility at a cost of at least two million dollars. We could turn the conference center into one of the finest in Oklahoma. Our second choice is to spend a minimum of $400,000 and bulldoze down the buildings listed above. Once the buildings are gone, they will be gone forever. Our third choice is to “mothball” the facility which basically means winterizing the buildings and locking the doors. After “mothballing” the facility, we would be in hopes that someone with a better idea will come along and figure out a good use and how to pay for the remodel of the buildings. Most of the discussion has been on removal of the buildings. In fact, a recommendation is forthcoming to the City Commission to be possibly voted on Oct. 9 to bulldoze down and remove the buildings. I fully understand that we are elected to the office of the City Commission, we are put in leadership roles to make decisions that are sometimes painful. That is part of our job. However, these buildings belong to you, the taxpayers of our community. I want to make sure that you are heard. That is why it is vitally important that I hear from you on this issue. If you have ideas and opinions about this matter, I would hope that you would not only let me know what you think, but also inform the mayor and other commissioners of your ideas. Please understand that I am not attempting to speak for the commission as a whole or for any other commissioners, rather, I am hopeful that I can get an idea what you as a citizen of Ponca City believes is important as to this matter. I look forward to hearing from many of you in the next few days. Thank you for you continuing support! Chris Hand City Commissioner (Editor’s note — It is not the policy of The Ponca City News to run open letters to the community. However, in this case, an exception was made.) Trust God, Not ‘Voodoo Magic’ "Go team, USA." For the past couple of weeks, we have seen the great events of the 2000 Summer Olympics from Sydney, Australia, unfold. We have seen both "the thrill of victory, and the agony of defeat." We have seen the underdog come from behind and win the gold. We have seen the upsets of those who were a sure bet to win, but were defeated. All of that — the winning and losing, the patriotism and pride, the rivalries and fierce competition — have filled the both airwaves and the front pages of our newspapers. Yes, I am proud to be an American and see our athletes do so well at the Games. But one thing still troubles me, and probably you as well. It’s the winning at all cost attitude. The scandals concerning the use drugs and steroids to enhance one’s performance are in these games just as in the past. It’s a shame that some (a very small percentage) of the athletes illegally use the drugs to win at all costs. But, in my opinion, there was another even greater disturbing thing that happened at the Olympics. It involved the women’s softball team from the USA. Yes, they won the gold medal in a thrilling come-from- behind effort after losing three straight games and were nearly eliminated. But here’s what troubled me. After the third loss, the women’s team decided to rid themselves of the evil spirits that seemed to possess them and hinder their efforts to win. So they decided to hold a "voodoo cleansing ceremony" to wash themselves clean of the evil spirits. As a team, dressed in their white team uniforms, they all got into a shower together and ceremonially washed away their evil spirits. In their minds, it obviously worked. They went on to win the gold medal. Who would ever thought that a team from America would stoop to such tactics to win at all costs? What does a "voodoo cleansing ceremony" say to our nation and to the young impressionable minds that watch these athletes and dream of being just like them? How many, if any of those women, claim to be Christians? Would a person who holds to the Christian faith participate in such an event? I think not. Unfortunately, the "god" of this world is still hard at work at turning hearts and minds from the truth. In my opinion, the women s softball team should have held a prayer meeting and turned their hearts to the one true God who could help bring them peace and regain their confidence in the playing the game, instead of relying of "voodoo magic" to make it happen. But that wouldn't have been politically correct or acceptable, would it” When will we ever learn the truth? Not until we rid ourselves of the attitude of winning at all costs! Larry E. Nigh Make A Difference Day Oct. 28 Will Involve Many VolunteersJoin the many volunteers who have made the choice to lend their helping hands on Saturday, Oct. 28, for Make A Difference Day activities being coordinated in Ponca City. Anyone can participate in this national day of doing good. Citizens can act alone or enlist friends, family and coworkers in a variety of local projects. By committing a few short hours or donating time, everyone can make a difference, according to Cathryn Ferguson, Ponca City Tomorrow Director of the City of Ponca City. The Ponca City Noon Lions Club is kicking off a year long service as their Make a Difference Day project for the Ponca City community. They will begin screening individuals for diabetes beginning with their own Lions Club members. Their goal is to provide free diabetes screening to every “at risk” individual in Ponca City. A screening booth will be available at this year’s Oktoberfest on the Marland Estate Grounds, Saturday and Sunday. For citizens at a loss on how to become involved, several projects have already been coordinated. Participate in a children’s clothing drive, sponsored by United Way/AmeriCorps. Between 9 a.m. and noon, citizens can drop off used clothes, shoes, blankets and/or back-packs in the Fellowship Hall of First Christian Church, 210 North Fifth Street. Beginning at 1 p.m., families in need can drop by and pick out needed items until 3:30 p.m. Arrangements can also be made for AmeriCorps members to pick up donations. Contact Ruslyn Hermanson, program director, at 765-2476, to find out more. Additionally, work will continue at Attucks Community Center, 1001 South Twelfth Street. Volunteers experienced in sheet rocking are needed. But, assistance can also be used to paint the gym floor and restore bleachers. Contact Dwaine Wet at 767-6361 or 765-5428, to get involved in this activity. For those adults who want to work with youth, a Peer Mediation Training will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. Citizens, at least 18 years of age, in good standing are needed to train under the direction of Byron Tribble, committee chair of the Juvenile Crime and Substance Abuse Task Force of the Ponca City Alliance for Youth. Tribble will train interested adults in the area of conflict resolution. After completion, trainers will be able to assist local schools as sponsors to youth regarding crises prevention. To learn more about peer mediation training contact Tribble at 762-9764. Volunteers with a green thumb or the ability to get dirty can help with yard work. Youth Empowerment Service, YES, needs teens and adults to perform various outdoor chores around the homes of local disabled elderly. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own tools and meet at the United Way office, 205 North Second Street, at 9 a.m. Projects should be completed by noon. Contact Katina Combs at 765-2476, to join these volunteers. Not Too Late For those non-profit agencies with needs, it’s not too late to plan a Make A Difference Day project. Local agencies are asked to complete a wish list and submit it to the United Way office at 205 North Second by Oct. 6. A description of the project, how long the activity will take, equipment or supplies required and the number of volunteers needed should be included with the request. To handle these new activities, businesses and organizations with crews of volunteers will be needed. Representatives from this sector should contact the United Way office to get matched up to tackle non-profit wish-list activities. Related Activities Other activities to benefit the community have been scheduled prior to Oct. 28. Troops and packs from the Ponca City Boy Scouts of America are organizing a food drive on Oct. 21. Bags will be left on doors the week of Oct. 14. Residents are asked to fill the bags with non-perishables and leave the bags on the porch early Oct. 21. Scouts will begin collecting food-laden bags at 9 a.m. Donations will benefit local food banks, through the United Way of Ponca City. In addition, Drug Store 2000, is recruiting volunteers for a drug prevention program aimed at sixth, seventh and eighth graders. Help is needed Oct. 23-26 at the Hutchins Memorial, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily. To participate, contact Pixie Rowland at 762-9488. Make A Difference Day was created ten years ago by USA Weekend Magazine to celebrate neighbors helping neighbors. By choosing to lend a hand, citizens can make a difference in Ponca City. Join the millions of volunteers in hundreds of towns around the United States on this national day of doing good. Frontier Booster Club Sponsoring Third Cook-OffRED ROCK — The Frontier Booster Club is sponsoring the third annual Chili Cook-off and barn dance Saturday, Oct. 14, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Frontier School Ag barn. Cost for the event is $3.50 per adult and $1.50 for kids under 12. The fund raiser helps support the 4-H, FFA and FCCLA Clubs. All you can eat chili will include a contest with voting for the best chili. First place winner gets $75, second place, $50, and third place, $25. Free hay rack rides, dancing, silent auction, and a pumpkin decorating contest will also be held. If you want to be a cook-off contestant or donate items for the auction, call Janet Crenshaw, 580-723-4306, or Shelley Cook, 580-723-4312. Commission Work Session Set for MondayPonca City Board of Commissioners are scheduled to meet for a regular work session on Monday at 2 p.m. in the Public Safety Center’s commission chambers, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Four items are on the agenda for the meeting. One of the items will be presented by Jim Sindelar, Park and Recreation Department director. This will be in regards to a new method for edging city curbs and sidewalks. Members are expected to also hear an update from Economic Development by director Jan Jarrett, discuss the results of Saturday’s Summit and discuss the results of the commission’s Goal Setting Workshop. The government of the city of Ponca City encourages participation in city activities by all interested persons. If your participation at this meeting is not possible due to a disability, you are asked to notify personnel in the City Clerk’s Office, 516 East Grand Avenue, at 767-0304 prior to the above listed meeting time so any necessary arrangements can be made. School CalendarOct. 2 Homecoming week begins. Today is Pajama Day. Junior varsity volleyball at Bishop Kelley Tournament, 2 p.m. Junior varsity football vs. Tulsa Union, 6 p.m. Oct. 3 Tuesday is Army Day. Oct. 4 Wednesday is Crazy Hat Day. Poster party at Commons Area, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 5 Thursday is Decade Day. Quiz net in room 228, 2:30 p.m. Homecoming parade at Grand Avenue, 6 p.m. Ninth grade football against Enid, 6:30 p.m. Varsity volleyball regionals. Cross country meet at Tulsa Union. Oct. 6 Friday is T-shirt day. Homecoming dinner in the Commons Area, 5 p.m. Varsity football game against Edmond Memorial, 7:30 p.m. Homecoming dance, 10 p.m. Oct. 7 Po-Hi band at the Renegade Review. Varsity volleyball regionals. Oct. 8 Miss Ponca City Contest at the Fourth Street Clubhouse, 2 p.m. Great Expectations Celebrates 10 Years of SuccessBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor Some 150 teachers, administrators, board members and community leaders gathered Wednesday night to celebrate the past 10 years of success for Great Expectations. The celebration dinner was held at the Ponca City Country Club. Charles Hollar, Great Expectations (GE) founder, thanked those in attendance for making GE possible. Many in attendance were the original donors 10 years ago. Hollar said the night was memorable. “It was exciting and an evening of celebration. It was appropriate to say ‘thank you’ to so many people like the Friends of Education and others who’ve donated countless hours and money.” Hollar said the evening made a statement on how anxious people are for quality education. “We are hopeful of what the future will offer.” Great Expectations has risen in popularity the last few years. The first training session started with 100 people. Last summer’s sessions saw over 5,200 teachers and parents. Five speakers gave testimonials at the dinner on how GE has changed, not only their lives, but the lives of thousands of students. Sue Boettcher, board member of Great Expectations and Friends of Education, said she felt lucky. “Some people are just plain lucky in their life. They find themselves involved in tasks, works, movements, and efforts that are really important and impact the lives of many people. I am such a person and this collection of people here this evening comprise that movement that is so very important to us all,” she said. Boettcher said she went with Hollar, Keni Ray and 20 other local citizens and educators to El Reno to see miracles happen. “The enthusiasm of those already involved was instantly contagious,” she said. “The children had developed a respect for others that allowed them, for the first time, to like themselves.” Boettcher thanked Hollar for making Great Expectations possible. “I personally would like to thank you,” she said. “If all of us leave tonight and infect someone with the enthusiasm we all possess for GE, Ponca City will benefit.” Cheryl Price, director of Great Expectations, said changes have been seen in school districts because of GE. “Test scores have risen and discipline has almost disappeared. Parents are also becoming more involved,” she said. “We want to celebrate Charlie and thank everyone for not saying no to him.” Krista Perkins, Newkirk Elementary principal, said she went to the opening session of GE. “I felt like I went to an education revival. It was the most powerful experience in education I have ever had,” she said. Great Expectations was implemented in Newkirk during the 1997-98 school year. “We’ve seen changes in our students already,” she said. Perkins said 36 teachers from Newkirk attended the summer sessions last year. Shelley Wilson, former Woodlands teacher and now an instructional mentor for Great Expectations, said she has been blessed. “Ponca City gave me the title of Teacher of the Year and Great Expectations has made me a GE teacher.” Wilson said the program has made great strides at Woodlands since its implementation. Integrity, responsibility and making positive choices are some of the things children at Woodlands learn. Although State Superintendent Sandy Garrett was unable to attend, she wrote a letter to the friends and supporters of GE. In the letter Garrett said, “I have heard nothing but high praises for this wonderful program from teachers, parents and business and educational leaders. Great Expectations teachers are to be commended for their leadership and caring attitude that inspires children to learn and not to give up on even the most troubled students,” she said. “When teachers provide an atmosphere of respect and genuine concern for their students, and these students learn to share respect and concern for one another, great things do, indeed, happen.” Thriller Blood Simple Comes to Poncan TheatreA classic re-released thriller comes to the Poncan Theatre today. Blood Simple, a film by the great brother team of Joel and Ethan Coen, started their careers as makers of memorable films. Since Blood Simple, the brothers produced Raising Arizona, Barton Fink and the extraordinarily successful Fargo. The re-release is a “director’s cut.” Blood Simple is a film noir of the highest order, creative, a modern classic. It tells the story of a man who elects to kill his wife and her lover. But the hired gun takes matters into his own hands. He tries to get by earning the same amount of money by killing one person instead of two. So the film builds on an extraordinarily well-crafted plot of twists and turns. Roger Ebert says it’s based on the premise that there’s always one person left alive who shouldn’t be, and the killer’s nagging fear that there’s one little detail that he overlooked. Frances McDormand plays the wife in Blood Simple. She later won an Oscar for her subtle, complex performance as the Sheriff in Fargo. Blood Simple and Fargo share a similar quality of humor. The humor is dark, slightly twisted and provocative. These two films are very much in the mainstream of artistic humor. Often in the 1980’s and ’90’s, humor comes from an ironic view of serious events. Both films also project the sense that events are inevitable and interconnected. Every single moment of Blood Simple seems to be absolutely necessary, every decision in the plot seems to be essential. But out of context, they often seem bizarre and unreal. The inevitability of the unusual is a quality that elevates Blood Simple above the usual noir film. Roger Ebert writes of the Coen brothers that “sometimes they succeed and sometimes they fail, but they always swing for the fences, and they are masters of plot. Every individual detail seems to make sense, and every individual choice seems logical, but the choices and details form a bewildering labyrinth. They build crazy walls with sensible bricks.” Blood Simple has been digitized and slightly re-edited. It is rated R. The film shows today and weekdays, continuing over next weekend. For show times, consult the Ponca City News or call the Poncan Theatre at 580-765-0943. The Poncan Theatre is located at 104 East Grand in downtown Ponca City. Marland Shodeo Planned Oct. 8MARLAND — A total of 21 events have been set for the Marland Round-Up Club Shodeo set for 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8 at the arena 2.5 miles west of the north edge of Marland. Events include barrel races for juniors, intermediates and seniors; pole bending for juniors, intermediates and seniors; balloon race for juniors, intermediates and seniors; and flag race for juniors, intermediates and seniors. In addition there will be an open rescue race, sand surfing for juniors and an open division, and open events including barrel rope, relay race, boot race, garment race, pair race and key hole race. Divisions are determined by age as of Jan. 1, 2000 which will have juniors being 11 and under, intermediates 12 through 15 and seniors 16 and up. The event is open with a $2 per car donation at the gate and there will be concessions on the grounds. Sheep Producers Set Election of OfficersNEWKIRK — The Kay County Sheep Producers will meet Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Newkirk Ag Building. There will be a pot luck supper. The meeting is being held for an election of officers and all membership dues are to be paid by the meeting time. Max Purdy will be the speaker for the evening, and a representative from the ASCS will answer questions on the new government forms. All sheep producers are encouraged to attend. Children’s Book Author To Visit Schools MondayVisiting author Bill Wallace will be in Ponca City on Monday to speak at Ponca City’s elementary schools and to autograph at Brace Books and More. The autographing will take place from 4 to 5:30 pm. Wallace, author of numerous best-selling books for children, was this year’s recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award given by the Oklahoma Center for the Book. His newest title is Coyote Autumn just published by Holiday House. As in many of his stories, the action takes place in Oklahoma and features a child’s involvement with a special animal, in this case a boy who secretly takes care of an orphaned coyote pup. Two of his best-known and best-loved books have won the Oklahoma Sequoyah Award, which is chosen annually by the children in grades three through six. In 1983, it was A Dog Called Kitty and, in 1990, Beauty. Presently, a full-time writer and public speaker, Bill Wallace spent seven years as a classroom teacher and ten years as the principal of the same school he attended as a child in Chickasha. It took ten years of frustration, collecting rejection slips, and “trying one more time” for his first book, A Dog Called Kitty’ to be published. He received the Texas Bluebonnet Award, the Oklahoma Sequoyah Award and the Nebraska Golden Sower Award for this best-selling novel. Bill’s books have continued to win numerous child-voted state awards. In fact, he is one of only two authors to win the Texas Bluebonnet Award twice, the second time for Snot Stew. Wallace and his wife were high school sweethearts and now live with their family on a farm in Oklahoma. The family enjoys swimming and exploring in the Wichita Mountains. Whenever they get the chance, they ride their horses or fish in their neighbors’ ponds. “My first year as a teacher was pretty rough”, says the author, “I guess it is for most. After one of my students convinced me I was supposed to read to my class, I remembered my favorite story, Old Yeller, and found a copy and began reading. They loved it. Problem was, I didn’t know what to read next. I found three other books to read, but they wouldn’t listen to them. Trying to read to a class of 25 kids who aren’t listening is downright miserable. Finally, students asked me to tell stories about when I was growing up. I soon ran out of these, so they decided I should make up new stories. “I started writing, not because I always wanted to be an author or anything like that. I became a writer so I could survive my first year as a teacher. The class loved the stories I wrote for them and persuaded me to get somebody to make us a real book. It took us a little longer than we thought it would. “Being with the kids and working with them is why I became a teacher. After ten years as a principal, I found I was spending less and less time with the students and more and more time with paperwork and meetings. Now, as a writer/visiting author, I have the time I want to be with children.” In a memo to the Ponca City Schools, the author said, “I am looking forward to talking with you and your children. Hope we can get them ‘turned on’ to books, reading and writing. I greatly appreciate your cooperation and the advance planning you’re doing to make my visit a success.” Persons who are interested in obtaining autographed copies of any of Wallace’s books are welcome to attend the signing on Oct. 2 or to contact Brace Books and More at 765-5173, 800-256-5173, or email@bracebooks.com to reserve autographed copies. A complete listing of his titles are available by logging on to www.bracebooks.com. DEATHSManus Lyle Smith Manus Lyle SmithWEWOKA — Manus Lyle Smith, longtime Wewoka resident, died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2000 at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He was 69. The funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Hilltop Freewill Baptist Church in Wewoka. The Rev. Russell Ryker will officiate. Graveside services will be held at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Ponca City Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of Stout Funeral Home. Manus Lyle Smith was born Jan. 4, 1931 in Wewoka, the son of M.M. Smith and Ida (Campbell) Smith. He received his education at Justice School and New Lima, and graduated from Ponca City High School in 1949. He moved to Ponca City where he established and operated the Manus L. Smith Manufacturing Company. He later added a division of Magnum Values, Inc. He was also an oil producer in Seminole County. He retired from his business in 1985. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea with the 45th Division. He married Johnice Eeds on June 7, 1975, in Oklahoma City, and remained there until 1994, when the family moved to a cattle ranch within a mile of his birthplace in Wewoka. He enjoyed his home. He was a member of the Hilltop Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, of the home; two sons, Kip Smith of the home; and Jay Smith of Oklahoma City; three brothers, Elvis Smith of Ponca City; Robert Smith of Ponca City; and Jep Smith of Kerrville, Texas; one sister, Ollie Mae Graham of Bartlesville; two grandsons; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Marshall M. Smith. Casket bearers will be David Glenn, Joe Krophel, Bill Newton, John Joyner, Pete Glenn and Odell Frair. Honorary casket bearers will be Jim Rogers, Larry Smith, Roger Smith, David Campbell, Ty Koch, John McGuffey, Charlie Cosper, Ed Hicks, Bob Cleaver, Mark Coyle and George Osburn. Sarah Opal ClarkTONKAWA — Sarah Opal Clark of Tonkawa died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2000, at Deaconess Hospital in Oklahoma City. She was 82. Services are scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at the First Baptist Church of Tonkawa. Burial will be in the Tonkawa IOOF Cemetery under the direction of McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home. Sarah Opal Clark was born March 5, 1918, in Hartford, Ark., the daughter of Eris and Della Pitchford. Her family moved to Red Oak, Okla. where she received her education. She married Floyd Clark on February 2, 1937, in Red Oak. They moved to Ponca City in 1946 and a year later moved to Tonkawa. Opal worked at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center for 17 years. She was a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, of the home; one daughter, Yolla Steers of Tonkawa; two sons, Elwin (Ed) of Arkansas City, Kan. and Gary of Oklahoma City; one brother, Verbin Pitchford of Quinton, Okla.; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Floyd and Voyl. Casket bearers will be Johnny Burns, David Clark, Scott Clark, Robert Steers, Steve Jacobs and Brian Hubbard. Honorary casket bearers will be Chancey Burns, Shane Williams and Pat Chandler. Julia MillerGATESVILLE — Julia Miller, former Tonkawa resident, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2000, in Gatesville, Texas. She was 101. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Tonkawa IOOF Cemetery under the direction of Gatesville Funeral Home. Local arrangements will be under the direction of McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home. Julia Miller was born July 15, 1899 in Mt. Sterling, Ill., the daughter of Frederick and Harriet (Kerr) Schug. She moved as a small child to Tonkawa, where she grew up and attended school. She attended Northern Junior College in Tonkawa and Oklahoma University in Norman. She married S.F. (Si) Miller in 1920. They resided in Buffalo from 1943 to 1952. In 1952, they moved to Gatesville. She was a member of the Morris Federation, the First United Methodist Church of Gatesville and the United Methodist Women. Survivors include one daughter, Pat Henson of Gatesville, Texas; two sons, Rex Miller of Moore; and Mack Miller of Prescott, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1972; a daughter-in-law; and two great-grandsons. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Gatesville in care of the Gatesville Funeral Home, 2425 E. Main, Gatesville, Texas. ObituariesWayne Leslie GoodWayne Leslie “Doc” Good, longtime Ponca City resident, died early Friday morning, Sept. 29, 2000 in Westminster Village. He was 81. The funeral service will be Monday, at 10 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. J.D. Ward officiating. Burial will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery under the direction of the Trout Funeral Home. Born Aug. 23, 1919 at Pittsburg, Kan., he was the son of John Leslie and Nellie Morton Good. He graduated from Cherokee High School and Kansas State University. During World War II Wayne served with the U.S. Army. Following his discharge he graduated from Kansas State University Veterinarian School He began his veterinary practice in Ponca City in 1945. He married the former Betty Larson on May 20, 1946. In 1963 Doc began his career as a stockbroker representing A.G. Edwards, then Edward D. Jones, and prior to his retirement in 1989, Stifel-Nicolaus. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church where he sang in the choir, Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, Rotary Club, Tippers Club, AMBUCS, Plainsman Chorale, and the Ponca City Chamber of Commerce. He enjoyed singing and playing the piano, flying his plane, hunting, fishing, gardening, cooking, and golfing. Surviving are a son, John M. Good and wife Rhea, Fairfield, Iowa; three daughters, Sally Porter and husband Phil of Edmond; Teresa LeMonnier and husband Rick of Abu Dhabi U.A.E.; and Rosemary Yurczyk and husband Jim of Folsom, Calif.; grandchildren, Katie and Cody Porter, Kristen Yurczyk; and a brother, Dr. John R. Good and wife Donna of Ponca City; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Thelma Whitmore. Memorials may be made to Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, for cancer research, 825 N.E. 13th, Oklahoma City, OK 73104. paid obituary Vernon H. HeinzeVernon H. Heinze, longtime Ponca City resident, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2000, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 88. The funeral service will be held Monday, Oct. 2, 2000, at 2 p.m. at First Lutheran Church with the Rev. Tom Ramsey officiating. Burial will follow with military honors at Odd Fellows Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Vernon H. Heinze was born June 9, 1912, in Douglas, Okla., the son of A.W. and Mattie Heinze. On April 25, 1937, he married Clara Josephine Nolte at the First Lutheran Church in Ponca City. They made their home here as Mr. Heinze was employed in the refinery at Cities Service Oil Co. In 1942, he was inducted into the U.S. Army and served two months. He then was inducted into the U.S. Navy and served two and one-half years, receiving an honorable discharge in 1945. After leaving the service, he returned to Cities Service Oil Co. in Ponca City. He later worked for Sequoia Oil Co. and retired from the refinery at Conoco on Aug. 1, 1975. Mrs. Heinze preceded him in death Dec. 25, 1990. Mr. Heinze was an active member of the First Lutheran Church. At one time, he had served as an elder, served on the school board and sung in the choir. He is survived by two daughters, Sheryl Callahan and her husband, Hubert, of Houston, Texas, and Marsha Wetmore and her husband, Bill, of Charleston, Ill.; and a brother, Johnny Heinze of Ponca City. Additional survivors include four grandchildren, Erin and Clane Callahan and Candace and Billy Wetmore; three nieces, Frances VanHoesen and her husband, Marion, Vivian Scott and her husband, Ronnie, and Joneela McDonald, all of Ponca City; a great-niece, Shanna Branscum; and many other relatives. In addition to his wife, a son, Larry Gene Heinze, preceded him in death. Casket bearers will be Hubert Callahan, Bill Wetmore, Marion VanHoesen, Ronnie Scott, Jimmie Stigge, and David Branscum. Contributions may be made in his memory to First Lutheran Church, 1101 N. Fourth, Ponca City, Okla. 74601. The family will be at 901 N. Fourth. paid obituary George Edward PageBELLAIRE, Texas — George Edward Page, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and father-in-law, died Monday, Sept. 11, 2000, in Houston, Texas, following a long illness. Born February 22, 1925, he was raised in Britton, Okla. He is preceded in death by his parents, Beulah and P.R. Page. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Virginia Page; daughters, Joy Page Tucker and husband, Gary, of Dubai, U.A.E.; and Kathryn Page Berg and husband, David, of Houston, Texas; granddaughters, Jennifer and Vanessa Tucker and Caitlin Berg; grandsons, Geoffrey and Gabriel Berg; sister, Francis Ballinger and husband, Alan, of Oklahoma City; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Janet and Al Fronko, of Moore, Okla. and a host of loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. He served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific, aboard the USS West Virginia, during World War II, and in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He and his family lived in Ponca City for many years, where he served on the school board and co-owned the Page-McGrew Appliance Store with his brother-in-law, Don McGrew. In later years, he and his wife Jenny moved to Houston, where, in conjunction with a lifelong interest in antiques, they owned a small antiques business. He was a gifted artisan, craftsman, and handyman and enjoyed playing golf and tennis. He will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 7, in Tulsa. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Houston Hospice in care of the Earthman Bellaire Chapel, 6700 Ferris, Bellaire, Texas 77401. paid obituary Services PendingWillis H. McCabeWillis H. McCabe, longtime Ponca City resident, died Saturday, Sept. 30, 2000. He was 81. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Jean McCabe. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home. NEWS BRIEFS-- Flea Market — The Art Center Flea Market is scheduled for Oct. 2-3, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. at 819 East Central. If it rains on those dates the flea market will be held Oct. 9-10. Windshield Chips repaired professionally. Guaranteed and insurance approved. Ponca Glass, 300 W. Highland and Pine. 762-6522. adv. PC56er Meeting — PC56er’s, the club for Department 56 collectors, will meet at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse 6:30 p.m. Monday. Anyone interested in collecting Department 56 products, doll houses, or model trains is invited. There will be a display of miniature accessories available for purchase. Special Edition. Train 100th Anniversary, Lionel 700E J-1E Hudson steam locomotive and Ken Griffey Jr. ornaments are here! Get yours today! Carla’s Hallmark, 4th & Grand, Downtown. adv. Lions Vision Support Group — Lions Vision Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. Monday at the Grace Episcopal Church; use the Thirteenth Street entrance. Refreshments will be served at 9:45 a.m. For a ride call 765-4370. Enrique’s Will be closed Saturday October 7th. adv. Trout Chili Supper — Trout School PTA will host a back-to-school chili supper on Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 5 to 6:15 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Adults are $3 and students are $2. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the school or at the door. Free Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Monday 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. 765-9689. adv. Fire Run — The Communications Center received a call at 6:01 p.m. Friday that a grass fire was burning in an alley in the 900 block of North Pine Street. A unit from the Ponca City Fire Department responded and the fire was put out. An officer of the Ponca City Police Department took a report that youngsters had been playing with a cigarette lighter. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Cleary Drive and North Fourteenth Street was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 6:06 p.m. Friday. The information was logged. Gas Problem — A clerk at a convenience store in the 400 block of South Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 3:51 p.m. Friday that a man had got gas and left with the nozzle off the hose. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Kids Review now accepting childrens fall/ winter consignments. adv. Items Missing — A woman from the 3000 block of Kingston Road reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 4:14 p.m. Friday that two rifles were missing from a vehicle. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Don Sawyer “The Chimney Sweep”. In business for 26 years, no mess. 762-8883. adv. Fire Run — The Communications Center received a report at 4:42 p.m. Friday that a grass fire was burning on U.S. 60 west of Ponca City. Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department responded and handled the problem. Good Shepherd, Lutheran Church, will have a booth at October Fest featuring Rada cutlery and Millennium Afghans. Profits will go to billing funds. adv. Do You Know CPR? — Free one time per month classes in cardiopulmonary resuscitation given by the Ponca City Fire Department training center. Adult Heartsaver Class will be 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the training room of the No. 1 Fire Station, 500 East Grand. All classes are conducted according to the American Heart Association standards. For additional information call 767-0361 or 765-3178. Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv. Chased Away — A woman from the 3200 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:16 a.m. Friday that she had chased subjects from a trailer in the area that is being used for storage. An officer was assigned and information was logged. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. For professional carpet cleaning, call the professionals. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. 765-3421. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the 800 block of North Pine Street at 9:38 a.m. Friday that a 20-year-old man was being held for burglary. Radio Stolen — A man from the 1300 block of South Fifth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:43 a.m. Friday that someone had broken into his vehicle overnight and stole a radio. A report was taken. Good used Maytags and refrigerators. Copeland Appliances. 315 East Grand, 762-6896. adv. Vehicle Stolen — A man from the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:50 a.m. Friday that a pickup with the keys in it and a quarter tank of gas had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Crocus Bulbs reg 39¢ only 19¢ ea. Keathly Nursery. adv. Parking Problem — A woman from the 400 block of East Central Avenue reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:30 a.m. Friday that a subject had hit her vehicle while trying to park. An officer was assigned and the information was logged. Crape Myrtle 25% off. Keathly Nursery. adv. Items Missing — A woman from the 1900 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police department at 8:35 a.m. Friday that some credit cards had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Class of 54- Mini meeting Monday October 2nd at 6:00 p.m. at Western Sizzlin. adv. Cattle on the Road — A woman from the 1700 block of Sykes Boulevard reported to the Communications Center at 8:51 a.m. Friday that some cattle were on the roadway. Animal Control was notified to handle the situation. Drinking Water R/O 25 cents/gallon. Distilled, 50 cents/gallon. Processed fresh daily. Pure Water Wagon. 1717 North Fifth, Ponca City. adv. Puppies Stolen — A person from the 1400 block of Donahoe Drive reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 9:13 a.m. Friday that someone had broken into the residence. An officer was assigned and a report was taken that a screen had been cut and two puppies stolen. Youngsters Missing — The Communications Center received a call at 10:56 a.m. Friday that two 2-year-olds were missing from the area in the 2700 block of McKinnley Place. Two officers of the Ponca City Police Department and the two boys were located at a school in the neighborhood. Vandalism to Pickup — A man from the 3300 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 11:10 a.m. Friday that his pickup had been vandalized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Fire Run — The Communications Center received a call at 12:30 p.m. Friday that a grass fire was burning in the median of U.S. 60 five miles west of Ponca City. The Ranch Drive Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene and handled the situation. Fight — The Communications Center received a call at 12:28 a.m. Saturday from the intersection of West Grand Avenue and Birch Street that a fight was in progress. Two officers of the Ponca City Police Department responded to the scene and an 18-year-old man and a 20-year-old man were held for public intoxication. A 20-year-old man was held for actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under influence, possession of drug paraphernalia, a minor in possession of beer and a failure to appear warrant from Tonkawa. Fire Run — A woman from the 3300 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Communications Center at 2:32 p.m. Friday that a vehicle at the gas pump was leaking gas. Two units from the Ponca City Fire Department responded to the scene and handled the situation. Requests Assistance — The Ponca City Police Department was requested by Tonkawa police to give assistance at 1:17 p.m. Friday in looking for a 54-year-old man that had just left Tonkawa east on U.S. 60 wanted on Kay County warrants. The suspected vehicle was located at 1:30 p.m. driving east on South Avenue and was stopped in the 500 block. An officer of the Kay County Sheriff’s Office took the subject into custody. Stereo Missing — A woman from the 2200 block of North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 5:24 p.m. Friday that a CD stereo had been stolen from her vehicle Thursday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. An extra patrol was requested for the area. Grass Fire — A person from the 2900 block of North Union street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 7:06 p.m. Friday that a grass fire was burning. A unit from the Ponca City Fire Department and an officer of the Ponca City Police Department were assigned to determine the cause of the fire. Fire Run — The Communications Center received a call at 7:21 p.m. Friday that a unit from the Kaw City Fire Department was responding to a fire within the city. Information was received that the fire was just starting, and the fire department could handle the situation. Shoplifter — An employee at Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue, reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:05 p.m. Friday that a juvenile boy shoplifter was being held in custody. The subject was brought to the police department. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of Kingston Road and East Prospect Avenue at 12:19 a.m. Saturday that a 32-year-old woman was being held for DUI, and improper movement from a direct course and a 29-year-old man was being held for public intoxication. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the 3000 block of North Fourteenth Street at 2:20 a.m. Saturday that a 21-year-old man was being held for public intoxication. Brawl at a Business — The Communications Center received a call at 2:40 a.m. Saturday from a woman in the 400 block of South Fourteenth Street that a brawl was going on inside a business. Four officers of the Ponca City Police Department responded to the scene and a 33-year-old man was held for public intoxication and fighting in public. Subject Held — A man from the 200 block of North Osage Street requested assistance from the Ponca City Police Department at 2:44 a.m. Saturday stating that a subject was on the front porch wanting inside. Two officers were assigned and a 48-year-old man was held for public intoxication. - LIFESTYLESGhost Signs Are Historically Significant Ghost Signs Are Historically SignificantEditor’s note: Bret A. Carter, member of the local Economic Restructuring committee and historian, provided the following information to The News after a fire destroyed part of an early-day business section of Ponca City. The manager of Carquest, south of the buildings destroyed in the recent fire, has been told by the Coca-Cola company that the Coke sign on their building dates to approximately 1915. The advertisements for the automobile agent are for Cleveland and Chandler Automobiles. These brands were both made by the Chandler Automobile Company of Cleveland, Ohio. Production of Chandler automobiles started in 1913, the Cleveland was produced starting in 1919. Since both brands were purchased by the Humpmobile Automobile company in 1929 and production stopped, that would date the Automobile signs to between 1919 and 1929. This also dates the building occupied by Carquest to the same period. A club of enthusiasts interested in the Chandler/Cleveland automobiles has been informed of this significant find. Ghost signs advertising these automotive products are extremely rare and significant. I am not sure what the date of the south building that burned was, but the larger building, old site of Art and Ed’s, was constructed in 1926. So, these signs were probably covered over within a few years or so of the earliest date that they could have been painted. They are a true time capsule. Interestingly, since paint fades rapidly, the unveiling of signs such as these, particularly the Coke one, in their nearly original and vibrant colors is notable. As far as Coke signs in Ponca City go, there are some very interesting ones across the street and slightly south of Carquest on the north walls of both The Blue Lite Lounge and Kelly Enterprises. The one on Kelly’s is really neat. These, however, are badly faded. Also, as late as 1942, a large Coke sign was on the west side of the Calkins building at 101 West Grand Avenue. This sign, which was huge, was visible for quite a distance down west Grand. It is, however, long gone. I am not aware of any other existing visible Coke signs in Ponca City except the three now visible on south Second. The manager at Carquest is working with the Ponca City Main Street Authority on preservation techniques for the signage. In turn, this has attracted the attention of preservation experts from across the state and country, and it is hoped that this interesting artifact can be preserved. Again, to find one which has it’s nearly original colors, unfaded, is significant. It is a great way to learn the exact shade and tint of colors used, and to view one in it’s unfaded color. Signs such as these are frequently called “Ghost Signs,” since they are usually badly faded. Sometimes, in fact, they are barely visible. Some are only visible when the wall on which they are painted is damp. Also, as in this case, they are frequently uncovered by demolition of a building which covered them. In the upstairs of the Old Deli-icious diner on East Grand, you can see a sign painted on the east wall of Copeland’s two-story building advertising the Barnes Mercantile. That business was once in the Copeland’s east building, and the sign was covered when the diner building was built. Interior demolition has revealed it. Our downtown, as you have probably noticed, is rich in Ghost Signs. A lot of our community’s history can be read in these signs. File of Life Could Save PeopleIn an emergency, seconds can mean the difference between life and death. A new initiative sponsored by the Congregational Health Ministry for Parish Nursing program at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center will allow emergency medical personnel to obtain vital medical information when a patient is unable to provide it. Support for the File of Life program was provided by Conoco, Inc., Associated Catholic Charities of Oklahoma City, St. Joseph Medical Foundation and the Ponca City Fire Department. PCFD officers have assembled and distributed the packets. “The Ponca City Fire Department has identified this program as one that will allow our department to be more customer centered,” said Gary Denny, Ponca City’s fire chief. “With the File of Life, our department can take actions in a non-emergency environment that will directly impact the effective delivery of services in an emergency situation. This is one way in which we can deliver our services in a proactive manner to our customers,” said Denny. The File of Life is a mini-medical history designed to be posted on the outside of a refrigerator. The card, which is kept in a magnetic, plastic pocket labeled File of Life, contains information such as the patient’s name, emergency contacts, health problems, medications, allergies, doctor’s name, and insurance information. The card also allows a resident to indicate the existence of an Advance Directive (living will) or a physician’s order for Do Not Resuscitate (DNR). A weather-resistant sticker is provided to place at the entrance to a residence to alert emergency responders of the presence of the File of Life. These packets are now available at area churches, doctors’ offices, pharmacies and other healthcare-related businesses so as many residents as possible can obtain one. Packets are also available at any fire department station and the emergency department at SJRMC. There is no charge for the packets due to a grant from Conoco, Inc. The targeted population for this medical alert program is the elderly population and the chronically ill, although anyone can have one, said Karen Shiflet, RN, MSN, Congregational Health Ministry for Parish Nursing coordinator. “If an ambulance is called to the house of a person with a File of Life, then paramedics can access the information to assist in the on-scene treatment,” she said. “From the scene, the information will be transported with the person to the hospital,” said Shiflet. In order for the program to work, Shiflet said, the card must be filled out accurately and the information must be kept current. “There needs to be a follow-up in about six months in case medical conditions change,” she said. “This is the type of situation where congregational nurses can be very helpful.” Anyone interested in obtaining File of Life packets or information should contact the fire department, 767-0361, or Shiflet, 765-0565. Celebrating 100 YearsFamily and friends are invited to attend a celebration Oct. 8 honoring Robert S. Mathews on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The event will be 1-5 p.m. at Marland’s Grand Home, 1000 East Grand. Born in a sod house in Dewey County, Okla., on Oct. 12, 1900, he is the son of Silas Sherman and Gladys Sweet Mathews. Robert and wife, Blanche, moved to Ponca City in August 1925. He was employed with the Cities Service Oil refinery, retiring in 1965 with a 40-year safety record. Mr. Mathews has three children, Robert Jr., Raymon and Carolyn Marie; seven grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Deer Creek Alums Meet in NovemberThe Bronco alumni from Deer Creek High School reunion is scheduled for Nov. 4. The afternoon mixer will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Kay Electric Room located in Blackwell at the corner of Third and Doolin. The banquet will be at the same location starting at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be by local cowboy poet and humorist, Joe Kreger of Tonkawa. Reservations are due by Oct. 15. All alumni who return their reservations will have their name in a drawing for a bed-size afghan. Other drawings will be held for donated door prizes. Wedding write ups, items of interest and obituaries of alumni and former Deer Creek students are needed for the Deer Creek alumni albums. For further information, notify Merble Bellin, Rural Route 1, Box 70, Deer Creek, Okla. 74636-9547 or call 580-267-3354. Peter and Sharon Uhlig Ponca Citys King and Queen of Brat To Be at OktoberfestBy SHERRY MUCHMORE The Neighborhood Chef Peter Uhlig has become “the” name in Ponca City and Kay County for his wonderful homemade Bratwurst. He and his wife, Sharon, have traveled all over this area selling their famous Bratwurst at the county fair, other events where vendors are asked to sell their wares, and, of course, Oktoberfest. This year Oktoberfest will be the week-end of Oct. 7-8. They’ll be adding several new German dishes to their already popular menu. The week preceding an event, Peter makes Bratwurst from his special recipe. No, I wasn’t able to talk him out of his recipe, but you can sample this and other German favorites at the concessions where Peter and Sharon vend, and he tells me his Bratwurst is in the frozen meat section of United Grocery. Peter did tell me the meat he uses is 85 percent lean with no fillers, preservatives or additives. How did this all come about? Peter came to Ponca City straight from Germany where he had just retired after 26 years from a post similar to what we have as a city commissioner. Now, why Ponca City? Peter had met Sharon through a long-time friend of his, Ponca City resident Margot Smith. Before long, Peter and Sharon married and Peter decided to make Ponca City his home. Didn’t someone say retire? There are times when great intentions are surpassed by better ones. Peter missed the German sausages from home; so, he started making his own. After friends and neighbors wanted more, Peter and Sharon thought, if their friends liked them, maybe others would too. Before long, their hobby had taken on a life of its own. “Peter’s German Bratwurst” has now been trademarked. In Germany, every village butcher has his own special sausage and his own hogs and beef. Each sausage is unique to its area and there is no waste, all the animal is used in some way. Sausages are prized by the German people, and only quality meats go into their production. I asked what an evening out for dinner was like in Germany. Peter explained dinner in a restaurant was more like a 5-hour celebration in some sections of Frankfurt, starting with Apple Wine and Handkäse (hand cheese), which by the way is Peter’s all-time favorite food. This cheese, with slices of onion, is served on a plate containing about 1 tablespoon vinegar, some vegetable oil and sprinkled with Caraway seed, salt and pepper. He said you have to develop a taste for it. Handkäse is eaten with a knife accompanied by dark German bread and fresh cream butter. I’m told this is the only time “eating with a knife” is appropriate in German etiquette. The Apple Wine is a specialty in some restaurants. It is served in a special glass of uniform shape and size. Each diner has his/her personal lid (usually wood) with their own special design to fit the Apple Wine glasses. These lids are either brought with the diner or kept with the restaurateur. Handkäse (Hand Cheese) Only fresh non-pasteurized milk (straight from the cow) can be used when making Handkäse. Set out covered until milk sours and thickens. Place the soured milk into a cheesecloth and strain and squeeze out all moisture. This will look a lot like cottage cheese. Form into patties (about the size of a small palm). Place these patties into a crock and set in a cool and dark place such as a cellar. Cover the crock with a cloth and let ripen for 2 to 3 weeks until yellow in color. Hand cheese is similar in texture and taste to Limburger. One can be substituted for the other. When you first arrive at a restaurant you are taken to a large round table. Diners are seated where there is an opening. Even if you don’t know your dinner companions, you will before the night is out. There is much eating, drinking and talking as the food and friendship flow. The following pork and kraut recipe is a combination the Germans love. Of course, they make their own Sauerkraut by curing cabbage in a big crock-pot. However, Peter said, if we can’t find time for this process, try the following recipe for a truer more authentic kraut taste. I’m combining this recipe with another Peter gave me. Frankfurter Rippchen mit Kraut (Pork Loin with Sauerkraut) Smoked Butterfly Pork Loin Chops, boneless, seasoned with salt and pepper 1 can of Sauerkraut, drained and washed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil per pound of kraut Salt and pepper to taste 1 small onion, grated Pinch of ground cloves Pinch of Caraway seeds Combine in a large pot — kraut, oil, salt, pepper, cloves, caraway seeds and onion. Bring to a boil on the stove. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes. Add the pork loin and continue cooking for another 45 minutes. Then add: 1 apple, peeled, cored and grated. Continue cooking for 15 minutes more. Remove from stove and Add: 1 small potato, peeled and grated. Toss the grated potato with the hot mixture and remove to a serving platter. This dish is usually served with mashed potatoes. Here is a simple dish from Peter that can be used as either a side dish or as a hearty meal by itself. And, of course, you can use more or less bacon and vegetables as your taste allows. I prepared it with a green leaf salad and a heavy multi-grain bread for a nourishing quick late-night dinner. Hessische Speckpfannkuchen (Bacon Pancakes from Hesse) 4 eggs 1/2 pound all-purpose flour (2 cups) 1/2 quart milk (2 cups) 1/2 teaspoon salt Whisk the above ingredients into a smooth batter. Set aside. Fry: 6 ounces bacon, cut into pieces Drain and crumble. Set aside Sauté in some of the bacon drippings: 1 medium leek, sliced into ring slivers, about 3-ounces 2 large tomatoes, peeled and diced Salt and fresh ground pepper, to preference Remove from pan and toss with the crumbled bacon. In a 6-inch skillet, heat to medium-high and melt about 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle 1/4 of the bacon mixture into the bottom of the skillet. Pour 1/4 of the batter over the bacon mixture. Cook for 3 minutes on this side and flip onto the other side for an additional 3 minutes. Both sides should be golden brown. Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley. Makes four 6-inch pancakes Mark your calendar for the Ponca City Oktoberfest the first full week-end in October (7-8) on the Marland Estate grounds. Activities begin at 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $3 for adults, $2 for children ages 7-11. Children under 6 are admitted free. Unity Gym will be open for overflow parking and the tram will be running between the Presbyterian Church parking lot on 14th and Grand and the Marland Estate. Lots of good food, crafts and entertainment. Hope to see you there! MEG EventA “Guides Gathering” is planned for Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. at the Marland Mansion Estate Artists Studio. Linda Van Peenan will conduct a special tour of the Bryant Baker Studio. TOPS Chapter Members MeetTOPS OK 308 Chapter met Monday evening with Natalie McCoy calling the meeting to order. Elaine Hoober gave the devotionals “You’re a Winner.” Ruth Ann Lenz led the TOPS Pledge, and Betty Flower gave the KOPS Kreed. Delpha Clemens called the roll, and Betty Flower gave the weight report. Elaine Hoober was named as Best Loser, and Ann McCool won the Ha Ha pot. Forbidden food for the week is regular soda pop. Ann Stuever led the group in a caloric guessing game and gave a quiz with answers being fruits and vegetables. 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 6-6:45 p.m. Monday. For more information contact Betty Flower, 765-5448, or Delpha Clemens, 762-2844. Event To Honor SteichensMr. and Mrs. Martin Steichen will observe their 50th wedding anniversary Oct. 7. A reception will be held 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in the Parish Hall at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ponca City. In lieu of gifts, friends and relatives are invited to come celebrate their anniversary. Hosts will be their children and families. Their children include Charles and Rosemary Steichen, Caroline White, David and Ann Steichen, Billy Steichen, Doris and Larry Love, Mary and Nick Meyers, Rick and Rhonda Steichen, all of Ponca City, and Charlene and Steve Sullivan of DeQueen, Ark. Martin Steichen and Mildred Patak were married Oct. 7, 1950, at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Perry. The Rev. Paul V. Brown officiated at the ceremony. They made their first home in Dallas, Texas, then soon relocated to Ponca City. Mr. Steichen worked for Kay County, and then, in 1955, he went to work for Sober Brothers Sand and Gravel Company. After retiring in 1972 from Sober’s he opened an auto mechanic shop. Steichen Auto is located in the Ranch Drive area. Since retirement, the couple has stayed active in farming, the Ranch Drive Volunteer Department, and entertaining and feeding their 18 grandchildren. Anniversary Plans AnnouncedMr. and Mrs. Howard Dorf of Arkansas City, Kan., will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary at a reception Sunday, Oct. 8, 2-4 p.m. It will be held at the Kildare School Cafeteria. The family requests that there be no gifts at the celebration. Hosting the event will be their children, Jack and Carolyn Godberson of Ponca City and Sonny and Marsha Dorf of Arkansas City, Kan. Grandchildren of the couple are Russell and Suzanne Dorf of Mesa, Ariz., Curt Dorf of Salina, Kan., Dallon and Heather Parks of Claremore, Justin Godberson of Ponca City, and Mark and Kyle Godberson of Ponca City. The couple has two great-grandchildren, Michaela Parks and Cole Godberson. Howard Dorf and Lucille Lee were married Oct. 5, 1940, at the Free Methodist parsonage in Newkirk with the Rev. E.M. Osteen officiating. They made their first home in Uncas. In 1974, they moved to their present home in Arkansas City. Mr. Dorf was employed by Boeing Aircraft Company in Wichita, retiring in 1981 after 30 years of service. The Dorfs are members of the Free Methodist Church. Catheys Celebrate 50 yearsA reception Saturday, Oct. 7, 2-4 p.m., in the fellowship hall at the First Baptist Church in Tonkawa will honor Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cathey of Tonkawa on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary. The event is being hosted by their children and grandchildren. An open invitation is extended to friends and family to attend the event. The couple has requested a casual event, and no gifts please. Margaret Wallace and Jim Cathey were married on Oct. 7, 1950, in the North Orange Baptist Church in Orange, Texas. They returned to Tonkawa to work and raise a family. Jim worked for Don Roller Chevrolet as a parts man and salesman, and also worked for the Oil Tool Manufacturing Company for several years. In 1958 he began working for the United States Post Office in Tonkawa and retired in 1987. Margaret is a homemaker and worked several years for Dorsett’s IGA. She also worked several years as the secretary of the First Baptist Church in Tonkawa. They have four children, eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Their children are Nancy and James Dillard of Enid, Danny Cathey, Gerald and Cheryl Howard, Steve and Beverly Ward, all of Tonkawa. Shelley Diamond, Ivan Bay Exchange Wedding VowsRachelle Anne Diamond and Ivan Keith Bay were united in marriage in a 7 p.m. ceremony Sept. 1, 2000, at Marland’s Grand Home with the Rev. Richard Thomasson, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Tonkawa, officiating. Tulle, White lilies, burgundy flowers and ivy were used for decorations. Marilyn Levings of Marland, pianist, played traditional wedding music and You Light Up My Life as the unity candle was lit. The bride is the daughter of Le Anna Diamond of Marland and James Diamond of Palm Springs, Calif. The bridegroom is the son of W.K. Bay of Ponca City and Rebecca Bay of Salina, Kan., and the grandson of M.M. and Emma Bowman of Arkansas City, Kan. Flower girl was the bride’s daughter, Kendra Diamond. Leslie Becker of Winfield, Kan., Matron of Honor, wore a floor-length black gown trimmed in marabou, and carried a long-stemmed white rose. Tony Cadle of Ponca City served as Best Man. The bride wore a full-length white satin designer gown styled with a chapel-length train accented at the hemline by scalloped Chantilly lace. The fitted bodice featured a Sweetheart neckline and front panel of Chantilly lace adorned with pearl beading and a satin bow in back. The elbow-length sleeves were puffed at the shoulder, and embellished at the elbow with a lace drape accentuated with pearls and a satin rosette. Her illusion veiling was secured by a circlet of satin and pearl flowers with pale pink and white satin ribbon streamers. The bride carried a bouquet of white roses, white daisies, Stargazer lilies and asparagus fern tied with white ribbon and tulle. Assisting with the reception were Leslie Becker and Cheri Brown. Out-of-town guests included James and Joan Diamond of Palm Springs, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. M.M. Bowman, Resa and David Robertson and family of Arkansas City, Kan., Royalin Foilles of Towanda, Kan. The newlywed couple resides in Tonkawa. The bride is employed as an online editor for the Ponca City Publishing Company, and the bridegroom is employed in Tonkawa. Meals on Wheels MenuMeals on Wheels are delivered at noon Monday-Friday by volunteers. The meals are prepared at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and special diets can be prepared with a written order from a physician. Meals are available to persons 65 years of age and older. Those younger than 65 may receive meals if disabled or for two weeks following dismissal from the hospital. Cost is $2.50 per meal, and adjustment is made for financial need. For more information call 762-4707 or 765-0331. Substitutions may be made by SJRMC if necessary. Monday, Oct. 2: Meat loaf; mashed potatoes with gravy; buttered cut corn; marinated asparagus; apple crumb cobbler. Tuesday, Oct. 3: Maple glazed ham; baked sweet potatoes; green beans; red fruited jello salad; gingerbread. Wednesday, Oct. 4: beef stew; lemon buttered broccoli; biscuit or dinner roll; fresh orange slices; iced pound cake. Thursday, Oct. 5: Savory chicken; buttered lima beans; stewed tomatoes; Waldorf salad; orange cake. Friday, Oct. 6: breaded pork chop; seasoned mashed potatoes; brown gravy; cauliflower and peas; dinner roll; tossed salad with dressing; chocolate pudding. Wheatheart Nutrition MenuFor 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, Oct. 2: Meatloaf with Creole sauce; seasoned green beans; mashed potatoes with gravy; whole wheat roll with margarine; chilled peaches. Tuesday, Oct. 3: Chicken enchilada casserole; beans; tossed salad with dressing; cornbread with margarine; sherbet. Wednesday, Oct. 4: Sack lunch; pimento cheese; diced tomato; fruit; crackers; cookie. Thursday, Oct. 5: ham salad; vegetable soup; crackers; chocolate chip cookie. Friday, Oct. 6: Sliced ham’ sweet potatoes; buttered broccoli; muffin with margarine; tapioca pudding with whipped topping. Jennifer Smith, Judd Garner Marry at Church of ChristJennifer Smith and Judd Garner were married Aug. 26, 2000, in a 7 p.m. ceremony officiated by the Rev. Larry Keirn at the Grand Avenue Church of Christ. Cascades of Stargazer lilies accented the candelabra, and the arch was adorned with tulle and periwinkle colored hydrangeas. Fig trees decorated with twinkle lights and aisle candelabra with tulle bows were also used for decorations. The pews were marked with silver bows, Stargazer lilies and ivy. Jane Hyde, harpist, played Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, Rondeau, Trumpet Voluntary, Canon in D, the Bridal Chorus by Wagner, and the Wedding March. Vocalists were Tim Hall and Megan King. They sang The Best Day of My Life, You Had Me From Hello, and From This Moment. Candlelighters were Holly Taylor and Jesse Weeks, and George Sheets read The Parent’s Prayer. Lauren Allison kept the guest book. Wearing a satin dress similar to the bride’s gown was the flowergirl, Chelsea Garner, daughter of the bridegroom. Ringbearer was Tallon Warner, nephew of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Richard and Tamara Smith of Ponca City, and the bridegroom is the son of Joe and Vicki Garner of Mansfield, Texas. Grandparents of the couple are Florene Walker of Ponca City, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Garner and Mrs. Jo Miller of Oklahoma city. Jamie McGee of Norman was Maid of Honor, and other attendants were Jamie Warner and Jill Smith, sisters of the bride; and Heather Taylor, cousin of the bride. Each wore a floor-length periwinkle satin and crepe gown and carried a bouquet of Stargazer lilies, roses and ivy. their pearl earrings and necklaces were gifts from the bride. Joe Garner served as best man for his son, and groomsmen were Curt Hippard of Wichita Falls, Texas, Landon Speed and Jeff Slawson of Oklahoma City. The bride wore a white satin designer gown with double straps holding the double-banded neckline. The full, Princess style skirt was complemented by a bodice overlaid with Alencon lace embellished with pearls and sequins. The chapel-length train was encircled with a triple band of satin and a lace border. Her double-layered veiling was attached to an Alencon lace crown highlighted with pearls and sequins. She carried a bouquet of pink and champagne-colored rosebuds, Stargazer lilies, periwinkle-colored hydrangeas, and wisteria. Following tradition, she carried a handkerchief that had belonged to her paternal great-grandmother for something old; something new was her gown; something borrowed was a slip; and something blue, her garter. The bride’s parents hosted a reception at the Marland Mansion with Janet Vincent serving as wedding coordinator. A lighted archway and an ice-sculpted heart were used for decorations. The lighted bridal table featured four spiral cakes, one lemon-flavored, one strawberry, one carrot, and one white cake. The bridegroom’s cake was chocolate topped with strawberries. Dave May was the DJ. Assisting with the event were Hannah Montgomery, Joanna Montgomery and Mary Montgomery, cousins of the bride. Elizabeth Montgomery, Debi Bricker and Tanner McPherson distributed dried flower petal and bubbles to the guests. Following a Caribbean cruise, the couple resides in Oklahoma City. the bride is a medical claims review assistant for Schaller Anderson, and the bridegroom is Unix Systems Administrator for Farmers Insurance. Prenuptial events included a personal shower in Oklahoma City hosted by Jamie McGee, Jamie Warner and Jill Smith. A bridal party at church was hosted by Cindy, Keirn, Kim Yeakley, Carol James and Carol Iraggi, and a wedding shower in Oklahoma City was given by Becky Marino and Jan Roberts. Bridal Reception Today Will Honor NewlywedsDouble ring wedding vows were exchanged by Carrie Swinford Jouris and Todd Alan Coats in a private ceremony in the Garden of Dreams located in Eureka Springs, Ark., on Sept. 16, 2000. The Rev. Gerry officiated at the 1 p.m. ceremony. Following a wedding trip to Eureka Springs and Oklahoma City, the couple is residing in Ponca City. The bride is the daughter of Ray and Kathy Swinford, and granddaughter of Jeanette Costello and Opal Swinford, all of Ponca City, the late Harold Swinford, and the late John Costello Sr. The bridegroom’s parents are Alan and Sammie Coats of Ponca City. He is the grandson of Don and Maxine Coats of Sallisaw, the late Thelma Coats, and the late J. D. and Boots Farris. Serving as Matron of Honor was Susan Lockhart of Ponca City. She carried a long-stemmed yellow rose tied with blue and yellow ribbon. Alan Coats served his son as Best Man. Special music was Amazed by Lonestar. The bride wore a sleeveless, white, tea-length gown of Quiana knit with a white hand-crocheted overlay. She carried a hand-tied bouquet, fashioned by the bride and the bridegroom’s mother, of silk yellow day lilies, blue stephanotis, yellow freesia and blue and sheer yellow ribbons. She wore blue stephanotis and yellow freesia woven into her hair. In keeping with tradition, for something old, the bride wore a gold wedding ring belonging to her late grandfather, John Costello Sr. Her something new was a sterling silver necklace and earrings, a gift from the bridegroom. Her dress was borrowed from Cortney Dollarhide, and something blue was her garter. Ray and Kathy Swinford hosted a wedding breakfast, and Alan and Sammie Coats hosted a wedding luncheon. Wedding attendees were the couple’s parents, Susan Lockhart, and the bride’s brother, Robert Swinford. The wedding reception will be today, Oct. 1, from 2-4 p.m. at Lake Ponca. Escorting the bride to the reception will be her sons, Sheldon and Avery. A special family candlelight ceremony is planned uniting the bride, bridegroom, and the bride’s two sons. Also participating in this will be the couple’s parents, the bridegroom’s brother and sister-in-law Chris and Erin Coats of Edmond, and grandparents. The couple’s colors of blue and yellow will trim the three-tiered heartshaped cake made by the bride, Susan Lockhart, and Glenda Lockhart. A marble cake, also made by the bride, will be on the bridegroom’s table. The couple graduated from Ponca City High School. The bride is employed at the Opportunity Center as a VHTS, and the bridegroom is employed at Air System Components. Wedding Plans AnnouncedThe First Baptist Church in Ben Wheeler, Texas, will be the setting Oct. 28 for the wedding of Jennifer Leigh Young and Thomas Anthony Tarpenning. An open invitation is extended to family and friends to attend the 6 p.m. ceremony. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Carlton Young of Ben Wheeler, Texas. Tarpenning is the son of Joe and Glenda Forcum, 733 Edgewood, and P.K. and Donna Tarpenning of Tyler, Texas. Miss Young is a graduate of Red Oak High School in Red Oak, Texas, and is the owner of Tina’s Hair Affaire Beauty Salon in Tyler, Texas. Tarpenning, a graduate of Ponca City High School, is a custom trim carpenter in Tyler, Texas. Couple Will Marry Oct. 14Mr. and Mrs. Miles Miller Jr. of Ponca City announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Amanda Rene’, to Tracy Eugene Meyer, son of Kenneth and Marilyn Meyer of Ponca City. The couple plans an Oct. 14 wedding in the Trinity Pentecostal Holiness Church. The bride-elect, a 1998 graduate of Ponca City High School, is employed at Miss Nan’s Christian Day School. Meyer graduated from PCHS in 1996 and is employed at Smith Tool. Kelly Weaver Is Bride-ElectAn Oct. 28 wedding west of Shidler is being planned by Kelly Ann Weaver and David Lynn Payne. The announcement of their engagement and approaching marriage has been made by her parents, Frank and Shirley Weaver, rural Shidler. Payne is the son of John and Judy Payne, also of Shidler, and the grandson of Holton and Jane Payne of Shidler. The bride-elect is a 1994 graduate of Shidler High School and earned a degree in business administration from Northern Oklahoma College. She is employed with AMSCO Supply in Ponca City. Payne, also a 1994 SHS graduate, is self-employed, and employed with the One Arm Bandit and Company, rodeo entertainment. Miss Northern Oklahoma College Pageant Oct. 5TONKAWA — Twelve contestants, five representing the Enid campus and seven representing the Tonkawa campus, will vie for the titles of Miss Northern Oklahoma College Enid and Miss Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa during the 16th annual Miss NOC Scholarship Pageant Oct. 5. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Northern Performing Arts Center on the Tonkawa campus. Vying for Miss NOC Tonkawa are Carrie Collins and Erin Sylvester of Ponca City; Lindsay Vik and Mandy Winkler, Bartlesville; Leslie Shults, Skiatook; Karen Holt, Norman; and Sarah Richardson, Guymon. Competing for Miss NOC Enid are Kimberly Boenker, League City, Texas; Jamie Hand, Sara Brannan and Kimanda Cooper, all of Enid; and Deisy Sanchez, Shattuck. Northern alumnus Rick Pendergraft, sports anchor and reporter for KOCO-TV Channel 5 Eyewitness Sports, will emcee the two-part pageant, entitled “Rhythm Divine,” beginning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, The pageant will open with the parade of contestants during which each contestant will introduce herself and state her platform issue. Guest entertainer for the pageant is Ms. New Mexico 2000 and Northern adjunct music faculty Christian Wylder. Also performing during the evening will be Miss NOC Tonkawa 2000 Shannon Lee of Norman and Miss NOC Enid 2000 Amber Riley of Covington. John DeHaven of Ponca City and Chase Coldwater of Enid will provide special entertainment. Miss Lee will sing You Light Up My Life in memory of the late Tena Janzen, a contestant in the 2000 Miss NOC Tonkawa pageant. Miss Janzen (Aug. 4, 1978-July 7, 2000) graduated from Fairview High School in 1997 and attended Northern. She sang You Light Up My Life as her talent presentation and promoted organ donations as her platform issue. Certified pageant judges will rate contestants on physical fitness in swimsuit, talent, poise and appearance in evening gown, according to Rick Edgington, executive director of the pageant. Tuition waiver scholarships and plaques will be awarded to the two pageant winners and to first, second and third runners-up. All contestants will receive plaques. A plaque will go to the two winners of the Crowd Pleaser Award, chosen by audience ballot. Prior to the double coronation, Miss Lee and Miss Riley will be presented with their official portraits and will make their farewell walk. Miss Lee will crown the new Miss NOC Tonkawa and Miss Riley will crown Miss NOC Enid. In addition to tiaras, sashes and Miss America Crown Pins, the two winners will also receive monetary prizes, courtesy of Jan Piper Adams and Oklahoma Natural Gas Company, and gifts from area merchants. They will also be eligible to participate in the Miss Oklahoma Scholarship Pageant next June at the Oral Roberts University Mabee Center in Tulsa. Guest Speaker To Present Program for Pioneer GuildThe Pioneer Area Quilters’ Guild meeting will be held at Community Christian Church on Oct. 2. The business meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. followed by “Show and Share” and the featured program. The guest speaker will be Carola Whicker, owner of Morning Star Quiltworks in Lawton. The title of her program is “Trunk Show and Dimension Bow-Tie Demonstration.” Carola is a self taught quilter who has been quilting since the early 90s. She opened her shop on Nov. 1, 1999, and her mother is her partner. Besides quilting and owning a quilt shop, Carola works fulltime for TELOS. The company is contracted to the government to develop and maintain their computerized targeting and weapon systems. She has also trained troops on how to repair radar systems. Carola has worked in the computer industry for more than 22 years, 19 of which have been with TELOS. She has also taught night classes at her local college, but stopped teaching in order to pursue her love of quilting. In addition to her full time job, she manages 10 rentals, and is a Longaberger basket consultant. She has a shop manager, Gini Barber, who manages the shop during the day, and her mother keeps books and does the ordering. Carola works in the shop on the late night and Sundays, and teaches a number of classes. If you would like to participate in the Bow-Tie demonstration, you will need to bring three squares of fabric the same color and two squares of fabric in a second or background color. The squares need to be cut 3.5 inches. Sewing machines, thread, scissors, etc. will be furnished. Hostesses for the October meeting will be Lavon Shepler, Donna Humble, Barbara Snyder, Marcelle Gosting, and Jerry Moore. At the September meeting there were 72 present, with 10 winning door prizes and two members winning fat quarters for wearing new name quilts. President, Sue Roy, welcomed guests Sally Williams, Kathryn Smith, and Marlene Fuller Martin. She reminded members that guests can visit twice, and then are asked to join the organization and make and wear a name quilt. She also reminded members that they must be wearing their name quilt in order to be eligible to win door prizes. Guests are always welcome. If you would like more information about the guild, contact Sue Roy, 580-362-3860, or Sara Myers, 765-4057. Oklahoma Historical Society CalendarOctober Oct. 1 through 21 — Museum of the Cherokee Strip, Enid: Native American Games traveling photo exhibit, regular museum hours, free (580) 237-1907. Oct. 1 through 25 — Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, Clinton: “Goin’ Down the Road Feelin’ Bad: Oklahoma and the Great Depression,” traveling exhibit in reception area, regular hours, free (regular admission for galleries) (580) 323-7866. Oct. 1 through 25 — Oklahoma Territorial Museum, Guthrie: “Revolutionary Ideals and Images” traveling photo exhibit, regular hours, free (405) 282-1889. Oct. 1 through Dec. 31 — Oklahoma Museum of Higher Education, Stillwater: Quarterly exhibit on colleges, universities, regular hours, (405) 744-2828. Oct. 1 through May 31 — State Museum of History, Oklahoma City: Special Exhibit — “When They Were Young: Folk Art Paintings by L.E. Bailey”; and USS Oklahoma Battleship exhibit (indefinitely), regular hours, free (405) 522-5248. Oct. 3 — National Cowboy Hall of Fame, Oklahoma City: Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame Induction Banquet, 6 p.m., fee $50, (405) 744-2828. Oct. 3 — T.B. Ferguson Home, Watonga: Victorian Christmas Workshop at Watonga State Bank by Ferguson Friends and Oklahoma Historical Society, 6to 9 p.m.; fee $10, (580) 623-5069. Oct. 4 — Black Kettle Museum, Cheyenne: Town Meeting on Centennial plans in Cheyenne, time TBA (580) 497-3929. Oct. 6, 7 — Chouteau Day Celebration, Early 1800s Fur Trade Living History, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 6; after 1:30 p.m. parade on Oct. 7, free (918) 434-2224. Oct. 7 — Fort Gibson Historic Site, Fort Gibson: Fall encampment living history, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., regular admission (918) 478-4088. Oct. 7 — Fort Supply Historic Site, Fort Supply: Cavalry Day living history with wagon rides, stagecoach and chuck wagon exhibit, saber and pistol demonstration, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Toch-e-me-hah/Ben Clarke Lectures by Dr. Shirley Leckie on Elizabeth Bacon Custer, 1:30 p.m., free (580) 766-3767. Oct. 7 — Chisholm Trail Museum, Waurika: High Noon Western Writers Seminar, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; no admission but $5 for lunch, (580) 228-2166. Oct. 9 through 14 — Oklahoma Historical Society Research Library, Wiley Post Historical Building, Oklahoma City: Library closed for special projects (405) 522-5221. Oct. 13 — No Man’s Land Museum, Goodwell: Town Meeting on Centennial Plans, time TBA (580) 349-2670. Oct. 14 — Peter Conser House, Hodgen-Heavener: Annual Quilt Show with exhibits, quilting demonstrations, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., free (918) 653-2493. Oct. 14 — Chisholm Trail Museum, Kingfisher: Victorian Fashion Show and Luncheon, noon at St. Peter and Paul’s Ross Hall, tickets $10 (tables can be viewed at 10:30 a.m.) (405) 375-5176. Oct. 14 — George Murrell Home, Park Hill: Victorian Crazy Quilt Workshop, noon to 4 p.m., limit 10 participants with pre-registration required, $15, (918) 456-2751. Oct. 15 — George Murrell Home, Park Hill: Dutch Oven Cooking Workshop by Luann Waters, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., limit 30 participants, fee $25 including dinner (918) 456-2751. Oct. 16 — Honey Springs Battlefield, Checotah-Rentiesville: Squad Encampment living history, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., free (918) 473-5572. Oct. 19 — Chisholm Trail Museum, Kingfisher: Town Meeting on Centennial Plans, time TBA (405) 375-5176. Oct. 19 — Oklahoma Historical Society Board Room, Oklahoma City: Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting, 10 a.m., (405) 521-6249. Oct. 21 — Fort Towson Historic Site, Annual Choctaw Cultural Festival with Choctaw crafts, dance, stickball, dancing, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., fee $2 per car (580) 873-2634. Oct. 21 — Chisholm Trail Museum, Kingfisher, Tatting Workshop by Judi Banashek, 1 to 4 p.m., free (405) 375-5176. Oct. 21, 22 |