Local News and Sports

From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Tuesday, October 1, 1996

LOCAL
County Sells Reacquired Property
Oktoberfest Food Aroma Will Fill Air
Student Injured While at Po-Hi
Stabbing Victim Hospitalized
SJRMC Sets Volunteer Orientation
Program for 'Teen Parents' Scheduled at PTC Thursday

DEATHS
Mary Margaret Coffman
Velma Zoe Breedlove
Bernice Georgia McLendon Holmes

Services Pending
Clayta B. Francis

Funerals
Gladys Marie Ely

NEWS BRIEFS

BUSINESS
Pioneer Tech Center Honored As State's Incubator of Year
Treasurer's Office Seeks Best Return
Chamber Board Supports Passage of Half-Cent Tax
New Manager For Fairfield Inn
Downtown Area Undergoing Changes
Chamber Plans Upcoming Government Affairs Events
Pawn Shop Opens
Notes and Quotes

FAMILY LIVING
Laureate Mu Has Luncheon Meet, Plans New Year

SPORTS
Volleyballers Hosting No. 1
Softballers Ready To Host Regional

LOCAL

County Sells Reacquired Property

NEWKIRK - Kay County Commissioners approved a claim to pay Brawley Engineering for $9,200 in engineering fees on the Bois D'Arc Bridge Project Monday.
Commissioners additionally, authorized a gas pipeline permit for two crossings for Warren NGL Inc. north of Blackwell. A water line for J & J Utilities east of Newkirk was also approved. The action came in the regular session of the commission at the courthouse.
The State Department of Corrections has reimbursed the county $3,077.50 for the Community Service Sentencing Program. In addition, county property acquired at resale was sold for $200. The property is a part of Lot 23, Block 6, in the Dixie Hill Addition, Ponca City.
In other new business, Commissioner Rex Purdy received a check in the amount of $308.64 from an insurance company for reimbursement for fixing a guard rail. The board approved depositing the funds.
John Southard of CPSK Insurance visited with the commissioners concerning the county's insurance claim from hail damage. Southard also discussed the possibility of reducing workers compensation premiums for the county.
Southard suggested having physicals performed on new employees and assigning a doctor or clinic to workers who are hurt on the job. With basic changes in current policy, commissioners could send out for bids from insurance agencies. Southard indicated the county could save as much as 25 percent on premiums.
The board also entered into an executive session, however, no action was taken later upon returning to the regular session.

Oktoberfest Food Aroma Will Fill Air

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
While entertainment will fill the air with sound at the Oktoberfest, the aroma of food will permeate the nostrils with the traditional delicious smells of sauerkraut and Bratwurst.
According to Melanie Norris there are 17 food vendors this serving a variety of food to tempt the most particular palate. In addition to the traditional menu some new items have been added. Of course there is the traditional beer garden to satisfy one's thirst.
New food added for enjoyment are onion fried burgers, BBQ ribs, fried catfish with hushpuppies, alligator on a stick, crawfish Etoufie', red beans and rice with cajun sausage. New this year in the dessert category are strawberry shortcake, chocolate dipped bananas, strawberry cheesecake and Black Forrest Cake.
Of course one will also find the old favorites, hot dogs, corn dogs, chili dogs, Frito chili pies, nachos, Bratwurst with sauerkraut, Indian tacos, Okie Twister potatoes, Okie fries, hamburgers and Bar-B-Q beef sandwiches.
Rounding out the dessert choices are funnel cakes, Kolaches, apple knudel, caramel apples, and home made ice cream with Sullivans ice cream popper.
The Oktoberfest, set for Saturday and Sunday, is sponsored by the Marland Estate Commission and the proceeds are used for restoration of the Marland Mansion and Estate.

Student Injured While at Po-Hi

A 16-year-old Po-Hi student sustained a puncture wound while on campus, according to the Ponca City Police Department.
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center alerted the PCPD at 1:13 p.m. Monday that a student was being treated for injuries received on campus. The investigation revealed that a boy and a girl were involved in an altercation.
The boy suffered a puncture wound to his forearm and was treated at the office of a private physician.
A police officer arrested a 16-year-old girl at 3:26 p.m. in the 1500 block of East Prospect Avenue on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and carrying an offensive weapon on school property. She was released on a promise to appear and is expected to face formal charges by the District Attorney's Office.

Stabbing Victim Hospitalized

A 20-year-old Ponca City man remains hospitalized after an stabbing incident near Lake Ponca Monday morning, according to the preliminary investigation of the Ponca City Police Department.
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center notified the PCPD at 10:20 a.m. to report they were treating the victim of a stabbing. Concurrently, a patrol officer made a traffic stop in the 300 block of West Hartford Avenue at 10:59 a.m. The vehicle he stopped was owned by Jon Siebert, the stabbing victim.
An 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman were taken into custody for armed robbery and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The pair will be held at the PCPD awaiting transport to the Kay County Detention Facility to face formal charges in district court.
After surgery, Siebert remains in stable condition, a hospital supervisor confirmed.
PCPD has recovered the weapon they believe to have been used in the altercation.

SJRMC Sets Volunteer Orientation

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is gearing up for their second new volunteer orientation session for the fall. The session is set for Oct. 3 at 7 p.m.
Renee Hoover, Director of Volunteer Services recently noted that SJRMC has a need for dedicated volunteers and hopes people of all ages will consider donating a portion of their time to the hospital.
"This is a time for people to give back to the community," said Hoover. "This first meeting is to help potential volunteers understand what opportunities are available."
Hoover added that SJRMC has a need for people from all walks of life to volunteer. "If you have just retired or have some free time while the kids are at school, we encourage you to attend the upcoming meeting," she said.
Volunteer service may be scheduled for flexible hours, and short and long term service opportunities are available.
For more information, or to confirm your attendance at the meeting, call 765-0509.

Program for 'Teen Parents' Scheduled at PTC Thursday

"For a long time, many citizens in our community have been concerned with issues related to teen pregnancy and premature parenting," says Jan Whitehead, with Oklahoma Youth Service Shelter. Some of the issues of concern include high infant mortality rates, high incidence of low birth weight infants, large numbers of high school "dropouts", and an increased number of abuse and neglect reports and confirmations.
"As a result, we have implemented the Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Parent Resource Program, created for pregnant and parenting teens, young first time parents, and their families, all developed to help meet this community challenge," she said.
To kick off the new Parent Resource Program, the first Parent Support Seminar to be held at the Pioneer Technology Center, 2101 North Ash, Ponca City, will be held Thursday, from 6-7:30 p.m.
"Although our primary focus will be pregnant and parenting teens, our services will also be available to other young first time parents who are entering this new adventure called 'parenting,'" she continued. The services will include special seminars, parenting classes, individual and family counseling, a parent support group, a parent education group, and a parent "warmline."
The Parent Resource Program is a home and center-based model which employs two qualified and trained parent educators to serve pregnant and parenting teen families and young first time parents in the Ponca City and Newkirk area.
"Our agency will be offering information and answering questions concerning resources in this area, as well as representatives of some of those agencies that cater to the needs of the new parent. We will be offering something special every month," said Whitehead.
For more information about the program, call Heather or Jan at 762-8341.

DEATHS

Mary Margaret Coffman

PALO ALTO, Calif. - Mary Margaret "Johnnie" Coffman died unexpectedly at Stanford University Hospital at Palo Alto, Calif. on Friday evening, Sept. 13, 1996. She had maintained homes at 735 North Pine in Ponca City and 390 Ringwood Ave., in Atherton, Calif. She was 83.
Funeral services were held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Palo Alto, Calif. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1996 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Stewart Crown officiating. Private burial was at Alta Mesa Cemetery in Palo Alto following the church service. Roller and Hapgood and Tinney of Palo Alto were in charge of arrangements.
Mary Margaret Coffman was born Oct. 21, 1912 in Broken Arrow, Okla., the daughter of Charles Sherman and Laura Katherine Turley. Her early childhood was spent in the Tulsa area and included the oil boom towns of Oilton and Jennings where her father was engaged in the real estate and hotel business. After the death of her mother in 1921, she and her sisters and brother were cared for by her father and her aunt, Margaret Turley Jackson.
The family came to Ponca City in 1924 and Mary Margaret completed her education. Known throughout her life by her nickname, "Johnnie", her childhood hobby was horses and riding. Her first horse was given to her by E.W. Marland, a family friend.
She was a member of the First Lutheran Church. She also had been active in Cub and Boy Scouts and did volunteer work for the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society in Ponca City and in California.
She and Benjamin F. "Bennie" Coffman were married July 3, 1931 in Newkirk, Okla. They made their first home on their farm between Blackwell and Ponca City, moving into Ponca City in 1934. Mr. Coffman was employed by Continental Oil Co. until his retirement in 1971. She and her husband celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in California shortly before his death on July 28, 1978.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her mother, father and three sisters, Faye Marie, Estel and Marion Turley in their infancy, by her brother, Hugh Turley and her sisters, Jane Myers, Tincie Anna Grayson and Eva Greenwood.
She is survived by her sons, Sherman of Atherton, Calif. and Tedd of Lakewood, Colo.; one grandson, a granddaughter and great-granddaughter.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Coffman's memory to the Trinity Lutheran Church, 1295 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, Calif., 94301. The family may be reached at 390 Ringwood Ave., Atherton, Calif. 94025 or by calling 415-323-2900.

Velma Zoe Breedlove

NEWKIRK - Velma Zoe Breedlove, longtime Newkirk area resident, died late Sunday night, Sept. 29, 1996 in St. John's Hospital in Tulsa. She was 79.
The funeral service has been scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, 1996 in Christ's Church, Newkirk with the Rev. Craig Ortwein officiating, assisted by the Rev. Gail Rider of Arkansas City. Burial will follow in Newkirk Cemetery under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service, Newkirk.
Velma Zoe Breedlove was born Nov. 3, 1916 at Cherryvale, Kan., the daughter of Charles J. and Emma Clair (Sivage) Richardson. At an early age she moved with her family to Blackwell where she grew up and received her education.
She and Jerry William "Jack" Breedlove were married Dec. 28, 1934 in Blackwell. They established their first home at Enid, living there a short time before moving to Tulare Calif. Four years later they moved to Perkins, Okla., and in 1945 they moved to a farm near Newkirk. They moved to their present location near Peckham in 1952.
She was a member of Christ's Church and the Bois d'Arc Club. She enjoyed needlework, writing poems, and her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Jack of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Janice) Randol of Tulsa and Mrs. Judy Miller of Blackwell; also four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Anna Ladean, her parents, four brothers and four sisters.
Casket bearers will be Kenneth Fitch, Donald Fitch, Jon Hasselbring, Vernon Rowe, Cliff Overton and Virgil Tanner.
Honorary bearers will be Forrest Dunn, Paul Bucklin, Karl Lane, Fred Wilson, Sylvester Spore, Ted Chapman, Clark Miller, Lee Lake, Sidney Spore, Bob Scott, Wayne Lane, Harry Wayne Johnston and Ronald Sebor.

Bernice Georgia McLendon Holmes

Bernice Georgia McLendon Holmes, Ponca City resident, died Monday, Sept. 30, 1996. She was 83.
Private family services are pending following cremation.
Bernice Georgia McLendon Holmes was born and educated in Georgia, where she resided until 1978 when she moved to Ponca City, where she resided until her death. She had been a resident of Shawn Manor for the past five years.
Mrs. Holmes is survived by a son, Kenneth Holmes of Ponca City, and other family members, a grandson and granddaughter, and three great-grandsons.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Ponca City, Okla. 74601.

Services Pending

Clayta B. Francis
Clayta B. Francis, Ponca City resident, died Monday, Sept. 30, 1996 at the Ponca City Nursing Home. She was 94.
Funeral arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel, and will be announced later.

Funerals

Wednesday
Gladys Marie Ely - 2 p.m. in Trout Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. John Flemmons officiating. Burial will be in Red Rock Cemetery under direction of Hills-Ely Funeral Home, Medford.

NEWS BRIEFS

Community Reunion - The 106 School and Community Reunion will be held Sunday beginning at 2 p.m. at the 106 School House. Bring the entire family and a covered dish.

Women's Conference Extended - A few tickets are still available for the women's conference "Seasons of A Woman's Life," to be held Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the new First Baptist Church Assembly Center. Reservations may be made through Wednesday by calling Sue at 765-4427. Tickets are $7 and includes lunch. A nursery will also be provided.

Brigadoon in OKC - "Brigadoon" will be presented by the Oklahoma City University Opera Music Theater Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Kirkpatrick Auditorium at N.W. 25th and Blackwelder. Opening night dinner tickets for the meal at 6:30 p.m. at Hulsey-Norick Art Center adjacent to the theater, are also available. Tickets for performances are $6, $10, and $12 and for the meal $13. Call (405) 521-5330 for reservations.

Accident - The Ponca City police officer took a report of a non-injury accident at North Fourteenth Street and East Highland Avenue at 6:53 a.m. Monday.

Collision - The Ponca City Police Department received notice of an accident with injury in the 1700 block of North Fifth Street at 7:57 a.m. Monday. The Ponca City Fire Department ambulance service took a 17-year-old male to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center where he was treated and released.

Vandalism - The Ponca City Police Department were notified by a woman at Fifth Street and East Grand Avenue at 8:14 a.m. Monday that paint was on her car. An officer took a report.

Vandalism - The caretaker at Wentz Camp contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 8:22 a.m. Monday to report the windows of one of the cabins had been broken out. An officer took a report.

Burglary - An employee in the 200 block of South Second Street notified the Ponca City Police Department at 8:30 a.m. Monday that the business had been burglarized. An officer took a report.

Found - A business in the 100 block of South Palm Street contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 9:26 a.m. Monday to report several bikes were abandoned behind the building. Animal Control received notice.

Vandalism - A man in the 900 block of North Union Street advised the Ponca City Police Department at 10:03 a.m. Monday that his vehicle windows were broken out. An officer took a report.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 23-year-old man in the 800 block of North Birch Street at 11:52 a.m. Monday on a Blackwell warrant for failure to pay.

Fire - A motorist reported a car on fire on Interstate 35 at mile marker 7 at 1:47 a.m. Monday. The Ponca City Police Department notified Arkansas City.

Vandalism - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 26-year-old man in the 200 block of South Elm Street at 2:01 p.m. Monday for public intoxication after a resident notified the PCPD that the subject threw bricks at a house.

Stolen - A man in the 1300 block of South Seventh Street contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 3:22 p.m. Monday to report a jack stolen from his carport. An officer took a report.

Standing Bear - The Ponca City Police Department received a request at 3:44 p.m. Monday for extra patrol at the Standing Bear sight, U.S. 60 and Lucas Avenue, due to vandalism.

Accident - A non-injury accident occurred at North Fifth Street and East Overbrook Avenue at 4:11 p.m. Monday. An officer took a report.

Collision - A Ponca City police officer took a report of an accident at Lansbrook Road and North Union Street at 4:36 p.m. Monday.

Accident - An accident occurred at North Ash Street and West Hartford Avenue at 4:47 p.m. Monday, according to the Ponca City Police Department. An officer took a report.

Stolen - A woman in the 400 block of Marland Drive contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 4:47 p.m. Monday to report a 10-speed bike stolen.

Lost and Found - A woman in the 500 block of North Ninth Street advised the Ponca City Police Department at 7:51 p.m. Monday that a bike was stolen and a bike was found. An officer took a report.

Dog Found - The Ponca City Police Department received notice that a female black lab was found in the 600 block of North Pine Street at 8:06 p.m. Monday.

Destruction of Property - A resident in the 700 block of North Ash went to the Ponca City Police Department at 11:20 p.m. Monday to report someone threw a rock through his glass door. An officer took a destruction to property report.

Fire - Firefighters extinguished a house fire in the 1300 block of Coronado Street at 1:39 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Ponca City Fire Department. Apparently the fire was ignited by a basket of clothes setting next to the water heater. Deputy Chief Dale Hicks commented that the property received smoke damage and moderate structural damage. Five units and thirteen firefighters responded.

In Custody - Three Ponca City police officers responded to a call at 2:25 a.m. Tuesday in the 300 block of West Grand Avenue where several subjects were reportedly fighting. A 19-year-old man was arrested for city warrants and public intoxication.

Fire - The Ponca City Police Department received a call of a mattress on fire in the 300 block of South Oak Street at 2:49 a.m. Tuesday. The resident extinguished the fire.

BUSINESS

Pioneer Tech Center Honored As State's Incubator of Year

Pioneer Technology Center's business and industry services received the "Incubator of the Year Award" during the 1996 Oklahoma Business Incubator Association Conference held recently in Oklahoma City.
For the past eight years, members from the Oklahoma business incubator association (OBIA) have met to discuss innovative programs, growing industries and various business topics.
Pioneer Technology Center became the recipient of the prestigious "Incubator of the Year" award by meeting and exceeding the criteria required in the services and programs provided by the incubator.
Three main areas evaluated were the specific services and assistance provided to tenants and clients within the community, innovative programs offered that go beyond normal incubator services, and how management of the incubator has contributed to the advancement of the incubator industry in the community. The applications for the award were evaluated by a committee consisting of members from OBIA.
"I am delighted to have us recognized for our involvement in the business incubator," said Velta Reed-Johnston, superintendent of Pioneer Technology Center. "I have traveled to different countries and studied incubators before coming to Pioneer Tech and submitting the incubator as part of the new building project. Incubators have been a flourishing movement to help new businesses succeed; this area has grown faster than I ever imagined."
I am very pleased for our incubator to have been selected," Larry Atteberry, incubator manager. "The groundwork for the operation was already in place thanks to Velta Reed-Johnston. The rest was just a combination of all efforts from the PTC staff to make the incubator operation successful."

Treasurer's Office Seeks Best Return

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Business Editor
State Treasurer Robert Butkin told the Noon Lions about the cost savings and money making procedures he has put in place since being elected to the treasurer's office two year's ago.
Butkin said, "We are the bank for the state of Oklahoma and we are by far the largest bank in the state. We take in about $9 billion a year. If we were a Fortune 500 company we would be 47th or 48th on the list in terms of revenue, ahead of Intel, Microsoft and Kerr McKee."
The state invests about $1.6 billion at any given time, Butkin said. He said the investments are all done in-house and not out-sourced.
Butkin told that the treasurer takes a minimum of three bids when investing the state's money. Butkin says for the first time in the state's history the treasurer personally reviews each investment transaction to make sure that the best return possible is made. The office now has a full time internal auditor.
He said the people's money is invested in U.S. government investments, government agencies and certificates of deposits. Butkin said the time of investments has also been shortened.
Last year the treasurer's office invested the state's money and made $77 million in interest. Butkin said the treasurer's office is the fifth largest source of income for the state. The other sources are state income tax, sales tax, gross production tax, and state tax. The treasurer's office is by far the top non-tax income for the state.
He told of reforms that have been instituted that are saving about $3 million a year in earnings or in savings in how the office is operated.
The treasurer's office has saved $250,000 a year by tapping into the governor's computer rather than renting a computer.
Kay County banks have deposits from the state of about $2.5 million, which can be used for small businesses and home owner loans.
Butkin told about the low interest loan program known as Linked Deposit, which has been used in the community for economic development.

Chamber Board Supports Passage of Half-Cent Tax

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Business Editor
Board of Directors of the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce went on record as officially supporting the half cent sales tax election for economic development at the Friday Board meeting.
Chamber Chairman Tim Burg, signed the resolution and asked all the board members to sign also after the motion passed. The resolution says in part: "The Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors recognizes the achievements and past efforts of the Economic Development Foundation, and;
"The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors recognizes that the Economic Development Foundation continues to work towards the improvement and diversification of business in our region, and; the Ponca City Economic Development Foundation is recognized as among the leader in the State of Oklahoma in recruitment of new industries and jobs for Oklahoma."
Jim Holt, chairman of the Poncans For More Jobs, told about that project and asked for volunteers to man phones, put up yard signs, write letters to the editor or sign for a signature ad to support the half-cent sales tax.
The Chamber board at the last meeting voted to expend up to $12,000 to help with election. Holt reported the cost of calling the special election is about $2,500. Other funds are directed towards advertising.
After a report by Sandy Gearhart, chairman of the advertising committee for Health and Medical, the board agreed to match up to $1,500 in advertising funds for that group.
Burg had mentioned that a lot of the out-of-town people come in town to visit doctors and while they are here they spend money in other places of business and this seems to be an appropriate place to spend funds.
Burg said that the search committee looking for a new CEO has been named and that 33 applications have been received and about nine have been selected to be interviewed by phone. When the list narrows the Board will have a chance to interview the candidates. Members of the selection committee narrowing the list are Burg, Larry Felix (chairman-elect), Scott Dean, Gene Evans, Gregg Gregson, Pat Mulligan, Keni Ray, David Zimmerman, Connie McAbee, Dolly Roland and Robert Sherer.
Felix told about the recent retreat and said he felt in the future the Chamber will be working in a more "regional" atmosphere. He indicated by next board meeting the results of the retreat will be complied.
Announced as members of the nominating committee for the board of directors were Burg, Felix, Phyllis Worley, Carol Bouldin, Dave Mueller, Ron Tribble, Cheryl Fletcher and Steve Linville.
In the infrastructure area Felix told there was a meeting with David Cline of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation on the second three miles of U.S. 177 to Stillwater. Also meeting with the group was Mike Lane, Ponca City Traffic engineer. Bids are to be let on the Fifth Street extension in October.
Also it was reported that Ponca City has one more year of air service guaranteed. Also under discussion was what to do about the old Arkansas River bridge, which about 3,000 vehicles use daily.
Scott Dean, Business and Community Development Division, reported on the upcoming holiday promotion and the Oct. 30 showcase at Conoco. He also gave an update on Leadership Ponca City saying the class had been through the Ropes course at Camp McFadden.
Burg told that the next Chamber of Commerce "Handshake Day" is slated for Oct. 10. At that time Chamber Board Members, President's Club, Leadership Alumni and the 1997 Leadership class will be calling on local businesses.

New Manager For Fairfield Inn

New manager of the Fairfield Inn on North Fourteenth is Kent Smith. He comes here from Wichita, where he had been self-employed for about 10 years. With his wife Tammy, he operated a video store there.
A native of Wichita, Smith graduated from high school in Wichita and attended the University of Kansas. He has had business experience in fast food and chain restaurant management.
Smith says he has always worked in customer relations areas.
He and his wife have two children, Spencer, 7, and Alexa, 5. Smith says he plans to be involved in local activities and has coached baseball teams and wrestling.

Downtown Area Undergoing Changes

Changes in the downtown area are coming soon with two longtime stores, Moore's Clothing and Graves Drugs moving or closing.
Moore's will soon be moving to a new location in Ponca Plaza, and Graves has reportedly sold its pharmacy to Albertson's and speculation is the store on Grand will close.

Newkirk Phone Bills Can Be Paid at Grocery

Southwestern Bell Telephone customers in Newkirk who prefer to pay their phone bills in person may now do so at Miller Market No. 1, 904 South Fourth.
Larry Brown, local manager for Southwestern Bell Telephone, said the business will accept phone bill payments Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Sundays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.," Brown said.
Brown said that although payments can be made in person, he encouraged customers to continue to pay their bills by mail.

Chamber Plans Upcoming Government Affairs Events

Two upcoming events were announced at the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce meeting Friday by Larry Felix, of the Government Affairs Division.
Felix announced that on Oct. 8, Sen. Jim Inhofe will be in town to give a Washington Update. He will be sponsored by the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Kiwanis Club. The event will be at noon at the American Legion. The meeting is open to the public and lunch is available for $5.50. Reservations are required by Oct. 4, by calling the Chamber at 765-4400.
Second Friday Forum, set for Oct., 11 at Pioneer Technology Center, will feature Kay County Commissioner, Kay County Sheriff and State Representative District No. 37 candidates.
Candidates for County Commissioner are Wayne Leven (D), and Marvin Johns (R); sheriff candidates, James Henley (D), and Marion VanHosen (R); and State Representative candidates, Bernie Jackson, (D) and Jim Newport (R). The public is invited.

Czaplinski Retiring From Insurance Job

E. Earl Czaplinski, local representative for the Wichita district office of American General Life and Accident Insurance Company, 223 North Emporia, has retied from the firm following a 24-year career.
Czaplinski, a resident of the Ponca City area, began his career with the company as an agent at the Ponca City district office in 1972. He has earned numerous company sales and service honors.

Pawn Shop Opens

Ace Pawn and Jewelry at 120 North Third is the latest addition to downtown business.
Owner is Keith Calicchio while Jeff Stone and Lona Rush are managers.
The Pawn shop has flexible hours from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Ace Pawn is open later than most other pawn shops, according to the managers.

Notes and Quotes

Designated Alaska Agent
Pat Bowen of Carlson Wagonlit/Universal Travel of Ponca City recently joined with the cruise and travel industry professionals and travel agents from across North America to attend the Sixth Annual Ship to Shore Cruise and Travel Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Delegates were awarded a certificate designating them a British Columbia/Alaska Cruise and Tour specialist.
New Dealer
TONKAWA - Tonkawa Ag Center has become a dealer for Evergreen Mills, Inc., according to an announcement by Roberta Schneeberger, owner.
Tonkawa Ag Center, located at 204 East Tonkawa, carries many Evergreen Frees products. Evergreen Mills Inc., with headquarters in Ada, and its affiliated feed companies, Blue Seal Inc., in the Northeast and Kent Feed Inc., in the Midwest are recognized as developers of many revolutionary products, feeding concepts and programs that have improved the efficiency of independent livestock producers.
Minimum Wage Affects
A new Smith Barney Special Report tells that the new minimum wage bill has an effect on IRA investors, high net worth individuals and small businesses and especially women.
To receive a copy of the report entitled "How The New Tax Legislation May Affect You," call LaDonna Giachino at 1-800-444-9181.
Surber to Take Oath
Robert Brian Surber, of Ponca City, took the "Oath of Attorney," recently at a swearing-in ceremony at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma Supreme Court Chief Justice Alma B. Wilson with administer the oath, when Surber is admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association.
Lone Star to Share American Codes
FORT WORTH, Texas - Lone Star Airlines has announced the signing of a code share agreement with American Airlines beginning Dec. 1.
American will place it's AA designator code on Lone Star's daily non-stop service between Dallas/Fort Worth and Knoxville. Additionally, American will code share on daily Lone Star-operated services between Dallas/Fort Worth and Aspen and between Aspen and Denver. The Aspen services will be operated under the trade name "Aspen Mountain Air."

FAMILY LIVING

Laureate Mu Has Luncheon Meet, Plans New Year

Laureate Mu chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at the home of Ann Slief, 2412 Wildwood, for a brown bag luncheon Sept. 25, with six members present. Drinks and dessert were served by the hostess.
Mary Thiessen, president, conducted the business meeting. Minutes were read by Ms. Slief, secretary, and Betty Endicott, treasurer, gave the financial report and collected dues for the year.
A letter was read from International offering suggestions for the chapter due to its small size. It was decided to be less active in regard to reporting to International, but to continue to participate in city activities. It was decided to continue to meet twice a month.
October meetings will be a luncheon and meeting at the home of Ms. Endicott. The November meeting will be at the home of Lyndall Kanelakos, and the Christmas dinner will be for guests and members of the chapter at the home of Ann and Homer Slief.
The Beginning Day meeting in August was held at the home of Mary Thiessen. The birthday of Edna Borrer was celebrated at that time. The first meeting in September was a luncheon at the American Legion. A video was shown of the "1OO Funniest Moments of the 200 Favorite Moments of the Stars."

SPORTS

Volleyballers Hosting No. 1

Ponca City's Lady Wildcat volleyball team will hold Senior Night as they play host to top-rated Jenks tonight in the old boys' gym.
Freshman, junior varsity and varsity matches are scheduled with the action to start at 5:30. The six seniors on this year's team will be honored before the start of the varsity match at approximately 7:30.
This year's seniors are Amanda Hraban, Aileen Jackson, Caitlin Lane, Leanna Maurer, Heather Roth and Crystal Suggs.
The girls and their parents will be recognized during the ceremony.
Tonight's contests will continue a streak of matches against the state's top teams for the 5A ninth-ranked Lady Cats.
They met three ranked teams in the Norman Tournament over the weekend.
"We played very well, but lost all three games," coach Steve McKay said as the Poncans fell to Class 5A's No. 2 Broken Arrow, Class 4A's top rated Christian Heritage and 5A's No. 4 Bishop Kelly.
"We played about as well as we can play," McKay said. "We just didn't get a lot of breaks."

Softballers Ready To Host Regional

Po-Hi's Lady Wildcat softballers ended the regular season at 25-16 when today's Broken Arrow matchup was called off.
The Lady Cats host regional action beginning Thursday. Owasso plays Edmond North at 10:30 and PC-Enid play at noon .
Also Day 1, the loser's play at 1:30 and the winner's square off at 3. The tourney ends Friday.