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From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Wednesday, October 30, 1996

LOCAL
Nearly News
Not-So-Scary Jack-o'-Lanterns
Additional Changes Made for NOC Students
Red Cross Invites Children To Center During Halloween
'Angels in America' at UCO
Standing Bear Activities Complete Phase I of Project
Shidler's Dr. Conner Participates In Alcohol Research Conference
Musical 'Puff's Magic Tail' To Be Presented Saturday
Area Calendar
Trout Cub Scouts Complete Projects
Angels Will Be Everywhere During '96 Festival of Angels
Tonkawa Tribe Elects Richard Cornell President To End Frustrating Concern
GOP Express Rolls Right Along
Wah-Hun-Thinga Fall Dance Set At White Eagle
After School Kid's Activities Scheduled During November Days of Dismissal
Dress Children For Halloween In Safe Costumes
Outpatient Surgical Center Awarded Accreditation
Kay County Assessor Explains Three State Questions on Ballot
Letters Say:
Officers Will Pick Up Dogs on Halloween
Emergency Sirens To Sound Thursday

DEATHS
Venus Bell Rippee Dunn
Joseph Elmer Harris
John Tipton Osborne
Max Linton
Susie Odessa Sharp
Merry Faith Thomas

Services Pending
Alvin Allen
Alvin E. Watters
William H. Currier

NEWS BRIEFS

SPORTS
PC Seniors Now Have Tough Job
Wildcat JVs Nip Bartians
Softballers Conclude With Banquet
8th Footballers Downed, 20-12
Upsets Weekly in 6A-4
9th Grade Cougars Roll, 47-0

LOCAL

Nearly News

NN has heard several Ponca Citians talk about the lilacs blooming again, and pointing out one bush in particular at First and Cleveland. Usually the harbingers of spring, maybe the lilacs are trying to tell us it will be a long, hard winter, and giving us one more glimpse of the beauty of springtime. Another reader talked about corn sprouting and producing an ear of corn, and the pecan tree putting on new growth. Makes NN wonder just how hard a winter we can expect and then there are those Ponca Citians who look forward to the wintry blasts.

Not-So-Scary Jack-o'-Lanterns

WATCHFUL JACK-O'-LANTERNS await the little gremlins and goblins who will be going door to door Thursday for the annual Halloween tradition of Trick-or-Treat. Motorists are urged to watch out for the little haunters. Parents are reminded of the severe cold spell forecast for today and tomorrow and to make sure little ghosts use their flannel sheets or other warm costumes. Trick-or-Treaters are also reminded of the Downtown Merchants Trick-or-Treat activities Thursday, 5:30-7 p.m. (Staff photo by Mark Galvin)

Additional Changes Made for NOC Students

By KRISTI GRABEAL
News Education Editor
TONKAWA - Making enrollment procedures easier by modifying the summer enrollment deposit and removing the transcript fees were discussed during the October meeting by the Northern Oklahoma College Board of Regents.
The Regents continued to make enrollment easier for student attending NOC. In September, the board removed the $100 deposit which was required for regular semester enrollment and this time, the board decided to remove the deposit required for summer session. However, due to the enrollment of summer sessions, all fees must be paid before classes begin. This change allows students the chance to enroll so that they can schedule around their work schedule. Plans are now under way to allow continuing and special students to enroll by telephone.
The Regents also approved the deletion of a transcript fee for the fall 1997 semester. The current application fee is $15 and students are charged one dollar for each transcript that is requested. The change to a $25 application fee will eliminate the charge for transcript requests.
Also approved at the meeting was construction of an agriculture laboratory and classroom facility. The proposed building would include a classroom, agricultural laboratory and arena barn.
In other board actions, the Regents approved the following items: Revision of the Faculty Handbook, Christmas and New Year's Holiday schedules and a retreat will be held on Feb. 12 and 13 to review the college's mission statement.
Regents attending were Zane Barham, chair, Ponca City; Chris Hand, Ponca City; David Trojan, Enid; and Keith James, Pond Creek.

Red Cross Invites Children To Center During Halloween

Children are invited to drop in at the local Ponca City American Red Cross office at 525 Monument between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. on Halloween to drop coins in the witches cauldron for the United Way.
The Red Cross "blood drops" will be on hand to greet the children and provide treats. Tours of the newly opened Red Cross facility will be given to little spooks and their parents.
"Children want to be a part of the spirit of helping in our community and this may be their only chance to contribute to United Way," said Ann Ryan, chapter manager. "We feel they should be encouraged to help others and want to give them the opportunity to share in this community effort."
The Ponca City Chapter of Red Cross also welcomes the support of any volunteer in the community who would like to help make this a special evening for the children. For more information call 765-6605.

'Angels in America' at UCO

Both parts of Tony Kushner's 1993 Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Angels in America" will be presented by the University of Central Oklahoma Department of Theatre Arts during the first weekend in November and will feature Thomas Tucker of Ponca City.
"Angels in America, Part One: Millenium Approaches" will be performed at 8 p.m., Friday and at 2 p.m. Sunday, in Mitchell Hall Theatre.
"Angels in America, Part Two: Perestroika" will be performed at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
"Angels in America, Part One: Millenium Approaches" opened the 1996 UCO theatre arts season last March. Presented by special permission of Kushner to benefit the "Scholarships for the Heartland" fund that was established in the wake of the Murrah Building bombing, the performance was the nation's first-ever non-professional production of the play.
Dr. Roberta Sloan, UCO associate professor of oral communication and director of the production, said the play contains explicit language, adult situations and challenging themes. She said it is not recommended for children or those who might be offended by its controversial content.
"It is an epic comedy-drama containing an array of fictional and historical characters, issues and plots concerning sex, politics and religion," Sloan said. "It's a wonderful play. It speaks strongly and beautifully intimate, yet epic in its story."
Tickets for the production are $8 for general admission, $3 for senior citizens and $2 for non-UCO students. Admission is free to UCO students, faculty and staff.
For reservation and information about group rates, call Mitchell Hall Box Office at 341-2980, ext. 2513.

Standing Bear Activities Complete Phase I of Project

By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
A full schedule of activities culminated Phase I of the Chief Standing Bear Monument and Native American Park project Friday and Saturday in Ponca City.
According to Betty Durkee, project director, Phase II is already in progress for a Cultural Center and Museum to be constructed in the Park, and is expected to be completed in 1999.
Highlight of the weekend was the unveiling ceremony of the 22-foot Chief Standing Bear Monument, as the centerpiece of the 63-acre park. Approximately 5,000 people attended the historic event.
The colorful program included the impressive presentation of Colors by the honorable Kiowa Blacklegging Warrior Society. Flags waving gently in the breeze and colors glowing in the bright sunshine, the four veterans marched from the entry gate, up the long hill to the central viewing plaza. While a silent, respectful crowd held hands over hearts and stood with hats removed, the veterans stood at attention at the foot of Chief Standing Bear, while "The Star Spangled Banner" was sung by Yona Wade.
A colorful, dazzling array of the 37 tribal flags, representing the registered Native American tribes of Oklahoma was paraded along the same route and placed on flag stands around the plaza as well. Ponca Tribal Elder Parrish Williams, who had blessed the Standing Bear Park land two years earlier, offered the opening prayer and master of ceremonies Jack McCarty expressed thanks to all who were involved in the project from the beginning dream in 1993 to the unveiling ceremony.
McCarty introduced speakers Ernie Stevens Jr., president of the National Congress of American Indians; Archie W. Dunham, CEO and president of Conoco Inc.; Barbara A. Warner, executive director of Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission; James E. Halligan, president of Oklahoma State University; David L. Born, president of the University of Oklahoma; Patrick Chief Stick Jr., educator from Pablo, Mont.; U.S. Sen. Don Nickles; Oklahoma Gov. Frank Keating, and Oreland C. Joe, sculptor, who each spoke briefly during the two-hour program.
The "Standing Bear Song " was chanted by Tribal Drummers and Carl Renfro was presented a large feathered headdress and a blanket from Parish and John Williams as a token of thanks from the six north central Oklahoma Native American tribes.
Highlight of the day was the unveiling of the Chief Standing Bear Monument by Genevieve Pollak, Carl Renfro, Betty Durkee, and Oreland C. Joe. The magnificent 22-foot monument stands on the highest point in the 63-acre park, with the face of Standing Bear facing east. He looks over a colorful circular plaza, containing pie-shaped segments in shades of terra cotta, green, black and other earth-tones, with the names of the eight clans of the Ponca Tribe etched in each section. Tribal seals of the six northern Oklahoma tribes who participated in the project are affixed to large sandstone boulders. Limestone benches, a reflecting pool and an eternal flame, "Grandfather Fire," complete the viewing plaza.
Friday Activities
A reception and art exhibit for Oreland C. Joe, sculptor of the Chief Standing Bear Monument, were held Friday evening at the Marland Mansion, where the number-one issue of both the 18-inch and 32 inch collectors bronze mauqettes where auctioned along with an original oil of Chief Standing Bear painted by Joe. Proceeds from the sales will be used by the Native American Foundation for the project.
The 18-inch bronze was purchased by Nick Jeffries for a bid of $3,700; the 32-inch bronze was purchased by Bill Athey of Enid for $7,100, and the Chief Standing Bear original oil by Joe was purchased by Carl Renfro for $5,000. During the evening, a crowd of 500 enjoyed Southwest-style hors d'oeuvres and enjoyed viewing and purchasing of some of the 19 bronze works created by Joe.
During the evening's festivities, Conoco Inc. CEO Archie Dunham and his wife, Linda, were presented with gifts of appreciation for their support and Conoco's generous contributions to the Standing Bear Monument and Park project. Dunham was presented with a 32-inch bronze maquette, a silver belt-buckle, and a colorful Indian blanket and Mrs. Dunham received a beautifully fringed shawl. The statue will be placed on exhibit in Conoco's executive headquarter's office in Houston.
Carl Renfro, Native American Foundation president, also introduced Betty Durkee, project director for the Standing Bear Phase I project, who gave a brief history of the project which began in 1993. Oreland C. Joe, sculptor and guest of honor, also stepped to the podium to talk about his monument, appreciation for the Foundation's commission to create the Monument, and thanks to all the people involved.
Other activities commemorating the event included a colorful and exciting two-day Standing Bear Powwow held at Hutchins Memorial Auditorium. The inter-tribal competition event attracted hundreds of first-time powwow attendees, who joined in some of the friendship dances.
Highlight of the Friday evening powwow was the crowning of Rosetta "Muffin" Arkeketa as Standing Bear Princess. Arkeketa won the crown over six other entrants from the six north central Oklahoma Native American tribes who were qualified to enter. Miss Arkeketa was presented a $500 scholarship for higher education and received her crown and banner from Carl Renfro.
Many other activities preceded the dedication included programs at schools, storytelling, Native American cultural lectures, musical programs by well-known artists and much more.

Shidler's Dr. Conner Participates In Alcohol Research Conference

SHIDLER - Dr. Joe Conner, Behavioral Science Consulting Inc., is one of 25 scientists from across the United States invited to participate in the conference "Alcohol Research and American Indians: Past, Present and Future" that was held in Washington, D.C. Monday and Tuesday.
This conference summarized 25 years of American Indian and Alaska Native Alcohol Research and began the process of defining future research, according to Dr. Enoch Gordis, director of the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Participants examined what is known about the causes of alcohol abuse, the health effects of alcohol abuse, and the prevention and treatment of alcohol abuse in Indian populations.
Dr. Conner participated in a panel discussion titled, "Applications of Research in Indian Communities: Issues in Communication, Information Dissemination and Technology Transfer."
"There are many myths about Indians and alcohol, that persist despite years of consistent research findings refuting them," says Dr. Conner. "Many believe that Indians are genetically prone to alcoholism, and that in general we drink alcohol more often than others."
According to Dr. Conner, these myths persist for a number of reasons. However, they remain myths. In working with Indians, the relevant issues are to look at the actual incidence of problem drinking in the community, determine the most useful strategies to deal with it, and implement programs for both treatment and prevention.
Dr. Conner, a member of the Osage Tribe, has recently completed the first phase of a National Institutes of Health project to develop assessment teams and software to help tribes and rural communities assess alcohol and other health problems in their communities. The software should be available for purchase with the next year, while the team assessment support services are currently available.

Musical 'Puff's Magic Tail' To Be Presented Saturday

Oklahoma Children's Theatre will present a free children's musical production, "Puff's Magic Tail" Saturday at the Poncan Theatre as directed by Toby Tobin with music by Mark York
Puff's Magic Tail" is the story of Jackie, a young girl who finds friendship and fulfillment through a mountain of trash and Puff, a dragon with a magical tail. Children will be enchanted by original melodies such as "The Witchy Blues," "The Dragon Rag," and Good Morning Mr. New," says Barbara Younger, Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council coordinator.
The cast includes Erik Key as Puff, Lisa Fox Adams as Jackie, Sheryl Martin as Marcy, Ellen Webster as the Witch, and Phil Bohlander as Mr. New.
The production is brought to the Poncan Theatre in two performances at 1:30 and 4 p.m. by the Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council, Conoco Inc., and the Oklahoma Arts Council.

Area Calendar

October 31
88.7 FM presents Contemporary Christian artist Rebecca S. James concert, Enid's Mark Price Arena, 7 p.m., tickets available at Master's Touch for $8.
November 1
World Community Day Service, sponsored by Church Women United, 9:30 a.m., Ponca City First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Child Care Provided.
Chicken Noodle Dinner, 5-7 p.m., Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty, Ponca City, adults $3.50, children $2.
Kaw City Senior Citizens Dance, 7-10 p.m., music by Country Fever Band, Kaw City Community Building.
November 1-2-3
Fall Festival 15th annual Arts and Crafts Show, Payne County Expo Center, 3.5 miles east of Stillwater on Oklahoma 15, Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., free admission, over 200 exhibitors.
November 2
25th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair of Alpha Gamma Study Club, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Marland Mansion Estate Gym (Unity Gym), Ponca City, information from Karen Yost, 765-4688.
McCord Arts and Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., McCord School.
Lamont United Methodist Women Bazaar, Fellowship Hall.
Otoe-Missouria Tribe Annual Meeting, 9 a.m., Cultural Building.
2nd Annual Fall Funfest Carnival and Auction, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., (auction at 3 p.m.), Ponca City Buy For Less parking lot, south side, sponsored by Garfield Elementary Parent Teacher Association.
Carrie Dickerson, author "Aunt Carrie's War Against Black Fox," speaking to NOW 10 a.m., Ponca City Library, autographing 1-3 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City.
Oklahoma Children's Theatre, "Puff the Magic Tail," 1:30 and 4 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free.
November 5
General election. Polls open 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sleep Support Group, for anybody with sleep apnea or family or friends, 7-8 p.m., St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City.
November 7
Kaw City Senior Citizens Dance, 7-10 p.m., Music by Country Fever Band, Kaw City Community Building.
Program "Oklahoma's Post Office Murals," by Barbara Kerr Scott, 7 p.m., Ponca City Library, free.
November 9
Babysitter Basics Class, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for sitters ages 11-13, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City.
Fall Workday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, operated by The Nature Conservancy, just north of Pawhuska.
"Tatting" Workshop by Sherrill Carothers, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cherokee Strip Museum, fee $5, (405) 336-2405.
Kildare Fire Department Annual Meeting and Bean Supper, 6 p.m. for supper, 7 p.m. for meeting, bingo follows, Kildare School Cafeteria.
Lou Dean Jacobs, author "Angels In Disguise," autographing 1-3 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City.
November 11
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Joe Kreger, Cowboy Poet, Westminster Village, 1601 Academy Road, Ponca City.
Veterans' Day free beans and cornbread dinner, noon, Kaw City Community Building, sponsored by Kaw City American Legion.
November 15
Kaw City Senior Citizens Dance, 7-10 p.m., Music by Country Fever Band, Kaw City Community Building.
November 15-16
Ponca Playhouse production "Greetings," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
November 16
Carolyn Hart, Oklahoma City author, autographing "Mint Julep Murder," 1-3 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street, Ponca City.
November 17
Ponca Playhouse production "Greetings," 2 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
Community Concert "Cafe Noir," 2:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue, Ponca City.
November 19
Northern Oklahoma College Women's Club Style Show Sensation, 7 p.m., Memorial Student Union Basement.
November 21
Kaw City Senior Citizens Dance, 7-10 p.m., Music by Country Fever Band, Kaw City Community Building.
November 22-23
Ponca Playhouse production "Greetings," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
November 29-December 31
Festival of Angels, Ponca City. 6-10 p.m. nightly.
December 2
Sleep Support Group, for anybody with sleep apnea or family or friends, 7-8 p.m., St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City.
December 6
Perry Christmas Events, 6-8 p.m., Holiday Fest, merchants open and lighting of the courthouse square; parade at 6:30 p.m.; food court in Courthouse, 6:45-8:45 p.m.; free hayrides, 7-8:30 p.m.; Santa in his house, carolers downtown, 7-8:30 p.m.
Ballet Oklahoma's "The Nutcracker," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, tickets required, sponsored by Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council.
December 7
Perry Christmas Events Pet Parade, 10:30 a.m.; Santa in house, 10 a.m.-noon, Main Street Christmas Ball, 8 p.m.-midnight.
December 8
Perry Christmas Events, Tour of Homes, Reception at Museum, 1-5 p.m.
December 8-29
Christmas Tree Collage Exhibit and Christmas Dolls, Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central, free admission.
January 19
Community Concert "Black Mountain Mail Choir of Wales," 2:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue, Ponca City.
January 25
"2 x 4 Productions," 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free.
January 29-February 22
Exhibit "Touchable Sculpture," Ponca City Art Association.
February 8
"The Ambassador Choir," 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free.
February 10
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Mrs. Mac Bradley "Travel Tours for Seniors,", First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Coolidge, Blackwell.
March 9
Community Concert "Rhythm in Shoes," 2:30 p.m., Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue, Ponca City.
March 15
"The Oklahoma City Philharmonic," Poncan Theatre, time to be announced, tickets required.
April 5
Laurette Willis "The Nutty 40s Radio Show," Poncan Theatre, free.
April 14
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Blackwell Police Department "Scams," First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Coolidge, Blackwell.

Trout Cub Scouts Complete Projects

Seven boys in the Trout School Cub Scout Pack 53, Den 1 recently completed six project for badges.
They boys visited Lowe's, where Gary Springer, department manager gave the boys a safety talk and demonstrated the use of tools. The department store then donated the use of their tools, wood, sandpaper, nails, screws and other supplies to complete the tool box projects. Lowes Manager, Mark Brown, donated a screwdriver, measuring tape and tool apron.
The fourth grade Cubs, who are first year Webelos, earned a craftsman badge by using hand tools; making two objects to use in the home; cutting out four different items from wood and putting them together with glue and nails or screws; and painting or staining them; and explaining how to safely handle tools being used for their project.
In addition to the tool box, the Cubs have constructed stilts, a recipe card holder, a handy dandy jar holder, and later plan to make a birdhouse and clatter blocks.
The boys will also work with other first-year Webelos at Trout to make all stands for the upcoming Pinewood Derby cars for Pack 53.
Den leader is Merry Inskeep, Steve Holder and Doyle Brown are assistant den leaders.

Angels Will Be Everywhere During '96 Festival of Angels

More than 1000 glowing angels will await travelers who visit Ponca City during the Christmas season, says Missy Morland, Ponca City Tourism Director.
From Nov. 29, (Thanksgiving Day) to Dec. 31, (New Year's Eve,) the city's historic attractions are to be magnificently lit with a myriad of lights. A new driving area - Lake Ponca Park - will be dazzling with custom designed larger-than-life displays, and more than 30 neighborhoods have caught the spirit, continued Morland.
Angels were chosen for the theme of the Festival because they are universal to all religions, said Kathy Adams, Festival chairman. Interest in the folklore and the collection of angel items and books has been growing in popularity in recent years, which has helped with local support for the Ponca City's festival, she continued.
In addition, the angel motif sets the Festival of Angels apart from lighting exhibits in other cities throughout Oklahoma and Kansas, said Morland.
Another distinctive aspect of Ponca City's holiday event is the lighting of many of its historic locations. Tourist attractions are highlighted with magnificent lights and special displays, and visitors are encouraged to spend the night and tour the museums and mansions during the day.
Attractions included are the Cultural Center and Indian Museum, Cann Botanical Garden Center, Civic Center, Poncan Theatre, and the Pioneer Woman Statue.
"Angel Central" is now open part-time and is the official information center and gift shop for Ponca City's Festival of Angels. Located in a shopping center on U.S. 177, near the Pioneer Woman Statue, it will be open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 9 p.m., during the Festival.
The shop features souvenirs of the annual event, including collectible ornaments, lighted displays, recycled lights made into jewelry, and handcrafted angel gifts.
Maps of all the lighted attractions and neighborhoods are also available. The Angel Central store is entirely staffed by volunteers, and all proceeds go to fund the costs of the Festival.
On weekends at Lake Ponca Park, children can have their picture taken with Santa at the Santa house, families may enjoy a leisurely horse and wagon ride, and everyone can partake of the coffee, cider, or hot chocolate, as well as angel food cake, of course!
A host of heavenly activities is scheduled during the five week of Festival of Angels in Ponca City, including the lighted downtown parade, a performance of "The Nutcracker" at the restored historic Poncan Theatre, the Christmas Gala at the Marland Estate, an Historic Homes tour, a children's Christmas Show by Ponca Playhouse Community Theater, and a Christmas Tree Collage exhibit at the Historic Soldani Mansion Art Center.

Tonkawa Tribe Elects Richard Cornell President To End Frustrating Concern

The Tonkawa Tribe has solved an ongoing issue of almost two years with an election Saturday that officially named Richard Cornell as Tonkawa Tribe President, according to Don Patterson, who was also elected as secretary-treasurer.
Patterson said that from an order for a court-supervised election to settle the dispute, the election was held on Oct. 26. He said the election was supervised by Truman Carter, an attorney appointed by the court, the Court of Federal Regulations.
Others elected besides Cornell and Patterson, was Charles (Ernie) Norman, as vice president. Patterson said the terms would be until the next election, which is set for April 1997.
The election does settle the leadership issue for the Tonkawa Tribe, according to Patterson, who said "we've been missing out on a number of services provided by federal agencies. They've not been doing anything for the tribe, because there was the issue as to who was the head of the tribe."
Virginia Combrink, who along with Cornell, had stated her belief that she was still in charge, was not nominated as a candidate according to Patterson, who said that Cornell won out over two other candidates by a 2-1 margin.
"The election will open up a number of avenues concerning food service, economic development, the bingo program, and social and other services," Patterson said.
He said the next regular election in April 1997 would put the tribe election pattern back on track.

GOP Express Rolls Right Along

By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
And the Republican Express rolled right along - as Jim Inhofe, flanked by Ed Apple made a bus stop here Tuesday afternoon. As has been a trend with the Republicans they've been getting more bang for their buck by the national folk hooking up with the state candidates.
As Sen. Inhofe pointed out, he and Apple are the only two statewide candidates. Inhofe is vying for his first full six-year term, as he was elected to the remaining portion of the term David Boren vacated when he accepted the post as president of Oklahoma University. Inhofe is opposed by Democrat Jim Boren, Tahlequah.
Apple of Duncan, is trying for a seat on the Corporation Commission. He says he will be representing rural Oklahoma, while the other commissioners are big city representatives. His opposition is Wanda Jo Peltier of Oklahoma City.
Inhofe says that his top three priorities for the next session, if he is elected, is balancing the budget; strengthening national defense, and regulatory reform.
"We are not competitive on a global basis for three reasons. We are over regulated, over taxed and our tort laws," Inhofe explained.
Commenting on the presidential race, Inhofe said, "I think there are two factors that people are not looking at. I say this clinically not as a partisan Republican.
"The Lance Terrance company has gone in and penetrated all these polls showing an 18-point lead by Clinton and they have found - this might be a terrible indictment on America to say this - but since it is now longer in vogue, it is no longer politically correct to say that character counts so the percentage of people that respond to a poll that say they are going to vote for Clinton are going to vote for Bob Dole. Because once they get behind the curtain and there is nobody there but them and God - character counts."
Inhofe went on to say that Dole is campaigning in California and may win that state. He did not predict a victory for Dole but indicated he thought it was going to be closer than the polls show.
The Tulsan, who is a pilot, said he would be fighting for Essential Air, which is vital for Ponca City to continue having air service.
Apple said that telecommunications is the key to seeking industry and keeping Oklahoma youths in the state by providing jobs. He said the rural areas such as Duncan and Ponca City should also have telecommunications services.
The candidates boarded the bus for several more stops before the day was over. Inhofe said that they are making seven stops a day covering all 77 counties.

Wah-Hun-Thinga Fall Dance Set At White Eagle

The Wah-Hun-Thinga fall dance is scheduled for Saturday at the Ponca Indian Cultural Center at White Eagle. Gourd dancing will begin at 2:30 p.m. with supper at 5:30. Wolf songs, ladies dancing, will begin at 7 p.m.
Attending with the Ponca Indians will be members of the Kaw Nation and the Pawnee Tribe.
The head staff will be composed of Wilkie Eagle as Head Singer, Cameron Page, head man dancer; Jeana Christine Rush, Ponca Princess as head lady dancer and Alex Fox, arena director.
Special guest for the occasion will be Gary Kodaseet of Arlington, Texas, Title VI Program specialist from Dallas. The cook will be Allan Blueback and Company.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Please bring your own chairs and dishes.

After School Kid's Activities Scheduled During November Days of Dismissal

By KRISTI GRABEAL
News Education Editor
ASK (After School Kid's) will be offering a variety of activities for elementary aged children to participate in during a couple of days in November that school is dismissed.
On Friday, during parent/teacher conferences, two schools will be open to offer a full day program. Union Elementary School will be hosting a Hobo day, complete with stone soup for lunch, s'mores for snack, and an appearance from Louis Johnson to demonstrate woodcarving. Washington Elementary will be going to the theater to see the movie "Fly Away Home," complete with popcorn and pop.
On Wednesday, Nov. 27, Union Elementary School will host an all day program to include a Friendship Lunch.
Ms. Charlee Lanis, Program Coordinator says, "Our all day program during fall break was a huge success. We took a group of children to Alabaster Caverns during one of the days. The weather was chilly, but it did not seem to effect the bats that were very active during our visit. The children were able to see plenty of bats hibernating and flying about within the cavern. Many of the children that visited the caverns have been studying bats in school and it was great that they were able to get this type of experience to enhance their school learning. For the rest of us, the trip educated us on the cavern and the bats that inhabit it. It definitely put us all in the Halloween spirit."
Enrollment forms for the program are available at all the Ponca City Elementary Schools or at the Administration Building located at 111 West Grand. Most of the programs are state licensed, and financial assistance may be available through the Department of Human Services. Drop-ins are welcome, but space is limited. For more information contact, Ms. Lanis at 767-8000.

Dress Children For Halloween In Safe Costumes

Parents are encouraged to keep safety in mind when dressing kids in their Halloween costumes.
The Ponca City Police Department recommends making sure the Halloween costume allows the child to see and hear perfectly. Children need to be able to watch and listen for cars.
In addition, make certain the costume fits. It is easy for children to trip on Halloween costumes that are too long. Also, be leery of shoes that are too big.
Additionally, children should wear brightly colored clothing. Put glow-in-the-dark patches or strips on costumes so motorists can see the trick-or-treaters as they run from house to house.

Outpatient Surgical Center Awarded Accreditation

The Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City has been awarded the certification of accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC), according to Peggy Maples, Executive Director. The award means that the Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City has met nationally recognized standards of quality health care set by AAAHC, a national accreditation organization.
"We're pleased and proud to have achieved accreditation," said Peggy Maples. "We think accreditation is very important and has helped us to improve the quality of care we provide. We feel that our patients are the ultimate benefactors from our participation in the accreditation program."
In order to achieve accreditation, the Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City underwent an extensive on-site survey of its facilities and services. The survey team, composed of physicians and health care administrators, evaluated all aspects of patient care. The survey findings resulted in a favorable decision.
Not all ambulatory health care organizations seek accreditation and not all who undergo an on-site survey receive favorable decisions. In a letter to the Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City, the AAAHC President said, "The dedication and effort necessary to achieve accreditation is substantial. The Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City is to be commended for this accomplishment."
The Outpatient Surgical Center of Ponca City was established in 1985. Local physicians, Universal Surgery Centers, a division of Universal Health Services and the centers professional staff continue to provide quality personalized care and options to the community for their medical services.
The center currently is a provider for the following managed care plans: Pro Net, Oklahoma Health Alliance, Sante Fe, CompMed/Preferred Community Choice, CorVel, Kemper, Healthcare, Choice One, America's Health Plan, Oklahoma State and Education Employees Group, Multiplan, MedView, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Prudential with other contracts under investigation at the present time.

Kay County Assessor Explains Three State Questions on Ballot

By MARK GALVIN
News Staff Writer
NEWKIRK - Three of the six state questions that will be on Tuesday's ballot pertain to property taxes, and Kay County Assessor Tresa Engle says the questions are "a giant step in the right direction" toward giving property owners more control of the tax rates.
Engle said state questions 675, 676 and 677 give more consideration to property owners' "ability to pay," which puts them in sharp contrast to the drastic measures of State Question 669, a proposal defeated last March by a 2-to-1 margin.
"I have had numerous requests for information and my opinion concerning the three questions dealing with property taxes. I think it was evident by the interest in State question 669 that a lot of Oklahomans felt that property tax reform was needed," Engle said.
State question 669 was a proposed constitutional amendment that would have rolled back property taxes to 1993 levels, and was criticized that it would devastate public schools and county government.
The three new questions were recommended instead by a citizens advisory tax force to provide relief, and the move has unified leading business, education and agriculture groups which clashed in the battle over the rejected SQ 669.
Engle said the new proposals indicate citizens "are demanding more accountability of their tax dollar.
"People are starting to look at every level at the burden of their taxes and to make changes wherever they can," she said.
She explained how the three new questions will benefit property owners:
Analysis of SQ 675: "Presently, the state board of equalization requires a tax ratio range of 11 to 14 percent of market value on real property and 10 to 15 percent on personal property.
"I, as Kay County assessor, use 11 percent on real and 14 percent on personal property. This has not changed since 1985. Constitutional language currently indicates a maximum assessment percentage of 35 percent."
The proposal would limit the percentages to the assessment percentage range (11-13.5 percent real, 10-15 percent personal) frozen as of Jan. 1, 1996. State-assessed property would be frozen at 22.85 (except for railroads and airlines). The percentage can be raised by a vote of the people, with a one-percent increase limit per election.
"This gives control to the people over their property tax rates," Engle said.
Analysis of SQ 676: This proposal provides a five-percent "cap" on tax increase per year for all residential, commercial, and agricultural property, unless title is transferred, changed, conveyed, or property is improved.
Counties must be "in compliance" with the Oklahoma Tax Commission requirements to implement the five-percent cap. Properties will be appraised at fair cash value but assessed based on relationship of "cap" to market value.
Engle said this proposal "ensures there will not be exorbitant tax increases from one year to the next through revaluation, and the property owner won't find himself suddenly facing a huge tax burden."
Analysis of SQ 677: This question freezes the fair cash value of homesteads owned by persons 65 or older with a gross household income of $25,000 or less. It would be effective Jan. 1, 1997, or in the first year a person reaches 65.
If property is improved, it would be subject to valuation at market value without cap restrictions, then frozen again at the new value. The property would go to fair market value if the individual no longer owns or occupies it, or if the total household gross income exceeds the constitutional limit.
SQ 677 creates a special class of "frozen" homestead property, adding to the assessor's responsibilities. SQ 677 works in conjunction with the present additional homestead and circuit breaker, raised this year to $20,000 and $12,000, respectively. This constitutional change will have a much more significant impact on rural counties.
Engle said this proposal "protects the retired person who's on a fixed income. Of course, that person's taxes will increase when there are bond issues, etc., but this freezes the valuation by the assessor."
The assessor said her office will be much busier because of the proposed changes, but it will all benefit the property owners.
"I knew when I ran for election that these would be the most challenging four years that an assessor has ever faced, because everything is constantly changing," she said.
Engle said anyone who needs more information on the state questions, additional homesteads, or other property tax questions can visit her office from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or telephone 405-362-2565.

Letters Say:

Dear Editor:
An average of three children a day - approximately 1,100 children under the age of 15 - die each year in house fires. Ninety percent of fire deaths involving children occur in homes without smoke alarms. Sadly, many of these tragic deaths could be avoided with a working smoke alarm.
To help parents, guardians and kids in our community remember, we have joined forces with the International Association of Fire Chiefs and Energizer brand batteries to encourage kids and their parents to adopt a simple habit that could save their lives: changing smoke alarm batteries each fall when turning clocks back to standard time.
Although 92 percent of American homes have smoke alarms, nearly one-third don't work because of worn or missing batteries. With the early warning that a working smoke alarm can provide, residents stand a much greater chance of escaping to safety. In face, a working smoke alarm cuts the risk of dying in a home fire nearly in half.
So, on October 27, when you turned back your clocks, we hope you took an extra minute to install fresh batteries in your smoke alarms, too. Then, push the test button on the smoke alarms to make sure the devices are working.
We recommend that families also plan two escape routes from their home and practice them regularly. And it's a good idea to pre-assemble a fire safety kit, including working flashlights, fresh batteries, important phone numbers and a supply of cash.
Remember, a smoke alarm is a family's best defense against fire. Keep it in top working condition with an annual battery change. You never know when you'll need it most.
Larry Mullikin
Fire Chief

Officers Will Pick Up Dogs on Halloween

Animal Control officers will be looking for loose dogs on Halloween night. For the safety of both trick-or-treaters and the loose pets. Officers said there will be no tolerance.
Dogs will be taken to Animal Control headquarters if the owner can not be located. Citations will be issued and could result in fines up to $74.

Emergency Sirens To Sound Thursday

The testing of the Ponca City emergency siren warning system will be held at noon, every Thursday, according to Tom Montgomery, emergency management operations officer.
The test is scheduled throughout the year.
Montgomery said that in case of inclement weather, the test will be postponed, and in this case or if additional tests are planned, the public will be notified by the Ponca City News and the radio stations.

DEATHS

Venus Bell Rippee Dunn

Venus Bell Rippee, longtime Ponca City resident, died Monday, Oct. 28, 1996, at Highland Nursing Center. She was 84.
The funeral will be held graveside at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery at 10 a.m. Thursday, with the Rev. Joe Muniz and her grandson, the Rev. Curt Meade, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel and friends may visit there through 9 a.m. Thursday.
Venus Bell (Wehunt) Rippee Dunn was born Jan. 25, 1912, in Vian, the daughter of Bill and Mary (Edwards) Wehunt. She attended school in Bridgeport, Okla., and was married to Richard Yellin and later to Melvin Hoskins, who both preceded her in death.
She was employed by Continental Oil Company during World War II and later worked for Lesche Laundry before employment as a nurses aide at Grandview Hospital in 1952. She was married to Troy Rippee and later Jesse Dunn, who both preceded her in death. Mrs. Dunn retired from the hospital in November 1973. She was a member of the Community Christian Church and the Eastern Star Lodge.
Survivors include two sons, Cecil Hoskins and Larry Dunn; seven daughters Nadine Yellin Meade, Genice Rippee, Connie Hoskins Meade, Geneva Rippee Guildhouse, Deloris Rippee Butler, Sharon Dunn Coggins, and Nancy Dunn Kuchar; one brother Floyd Birg; 18 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her four husbands; her parents; one sister, Nell Opitz; and two brothers, Garland Edwards and Jim Edwards.
Honorary casket bearers will be Jim Hand, Larry Humble, Terry Meade, Guy Hoskins Swopes, Gentry Meade, Todd Meade, Hubert Humble and Troy Hoskins.
The family will be at 1010 South Fifth Street.

Joseph Elmer Harris

BLACKWELL - Joseph Elmer Harris, longtime Newkirk-Blackwell area resident, died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 1996, in the Blackwell Regional Hospital. He was 79.
The memorial service will be held graveside at 2 p.m. Friday at the Riverview Cemetery in Arkansas Kan. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Roberts Funeral Home, Blackwell.
Joseph Elmer Harris was born July 30, 1917, in Kendrick, where he grew up and attended schools. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater. Following his discharge he moved to Newkirk and began employment as a butcher, later working for the City of Newkirk in the water department.
On Aug. 24, 1955, he was married to Elda Marcella France in Neosho, Mo., and the couple made their home in Newkirk. They later moved to Arkansas City, Kan., and in 1960, to Highland, Ill. He was employed in Highland as a lineman for the Northern Indiana Public Service Co., until his retirement in 1979. In 1980, the couple moved to Arkansas City, then later to Stroud. They moved to Blackwell in 1993.
Survivors include his wife, Elda, of the home in Blackwell; two daughters, Judy Knight of Highland, Ill., and JoAnn Harris of Fontana, Calif.; six sons, Donnie Sandborn of La Puente, Calif, Bobbie Sandborn of Braman, Gary Sandborn of Wichita, Kan., Kenneth Sandborn of Braman, Danny Sandborn of Blackwell and Sherman Harris of North Dakota; one sister, Charlotte Fry of Stoud; one brother, Paul Harris of Lawton; 22 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Elsie; two brothers, Lester and Charles; and one sister, Sylvia Charlton.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Harris' name to Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, 825 Northeast 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104.

John Tipton Osborne

John Tipton Osborne, former Ponca City resident, died Oct. 26, 1996, in Greenbank, Wash. He was 76.
At Mr. Osborne's request, no services will be held. Arrangements were under the direction of Strode Funeral Home, Stillwater.
John Tipton Osborne was born Aug. 20, 1920 in Red Rock, the son of Charles Edward and Lola Marie (Tipton) Osborne.
He was married to Lois Ruth Cobler in the early 1940s, and the couple made their home in Ponca City before moving to the Greenbank, Wash., area 17 years ago. Osborne was a contractor.
Survivors include his wife Lois, of the home in Greenbank; one son, David of Seattle, Wash.; one daughter, Mrs. Kit (Jenyle) Ramsey of Stillwater; two brothers, David of Portland, Ore. and Robert of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Arvella Larson of Thompson Falls, Mo., and Leah Nations of Moore, Idaho; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Max Linton

TONKAWA - Max Linton, former Tonkawa grocer, died Wednesday morning, Oct. 30, 1996, at Baptist Care Center in Oklahoma City. He was 68.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home Chapel, Tonkawa. Burial will follow in the Tonkawa IOOF Cemetery.
Max Linton was born Oct. 9, 1928, in Tonkawa, the son of John and Grace (McGaha) Linton. He grew up and received his education in the Tonkawa area.
On Dec. 6, 1945, he was married to Mamie Sills in Perry and the couple made their home in Tonkawa. Linton became one of the youngest managers of the Safeway Grocery Company, beginning at the Tonkawa Safeway store. During his long association with Safeway, he managed several grocery stores including several in Oklahoma City, where he continued until his retirement.
Survivors include his wife, Mamie, of Oklahoma City; two daughters, Paige Self of Texas and Tracy Linton of Oklahoma City; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Pete and Jack; and a sister, Madonna Rae.
The family will be at the Bank of Tonkawa Community Room from 3-5 p.m. Friday, to visit with friends.

Susie Odessa Sharp

ORANGE, Calif. - Susie Odessa Sharp, sister to Mozelle Sodowsky of Ponca City, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 16, 1996, in St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, Calif. She was 88.
The funeral was held graveside on Oct. 23, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Bartlesville, with the Rev. Virginia Olszewski of Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home, Bartlesville.
Susie Odessa Sharp was born Dec. 31, 1907, in Dora, Mo., the daughter of William F. and Hallie (Matthews) Sharp. She attended Pine Ridge Grade School and Dora High School. Mrs. Sharp attended her 65th High School Reunion in 1991, in Dora.
Mrs. Sharp had visited numerous times in Bartlesville and Ponca City. She had been employed as a nurse in the Los Angeles and surrounding area for many years. She retired in 1985.
Survivors include a daughter, Linda Sharp; two sisters, Mrs. Jess (Mozelle) Sodowsky of Ponca City and Mrs. Orville (Gale) Myers of Bartlesville; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Mrs. Ruby Miller; and one brother, Dr. Woodrow M. Sharp.

Merry Faith Thomas

HARDTNER, Kan. - Merry Faith Thomas, former Kaw City resident, died at her home in Hardtner, Kan., Monday, Oct. 28, 1996. She was 46.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Hardtner United Methodist Church with the Rev. Lew Van Der Wege, officiating. Burial will be in the Hardtner Cemetery under the direction of Fisher Funeral Home Inc., Kiowa, Kan. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Thursday.
Merry Faith (Herbig) Thomas was born Dec. 7, 1949, in Clinton, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Brewer) Herbig. She later moved with her family to Kaw City, where she graduated with the high school class of 1968. She later graduated from Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, in Physical Education in 1974.
On May 28, 1971, she was married to Robert Lynn Thomas in Ponca City and the couple moved to Hardtner in the mid-1970s. Mrs. Thomas was employed as a rural mail carrier in the Hardtner-Kiowa, Kan., area for 22 years. She was president of the Booster Club of the South Barber High School.
Survivors include her husband, Robert Lynn Thomas of Hardtner; two sons, Michael Lynn of Stillwater and John Louis of Hutchinson, Kan.; one daughter, Kelli Dawn Thomas of Stillwater; one brother, Robert Herbig of Caldwell, Kan.; one sister, Dawn Fleharty of Cushing; and numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Thomas' name to the Hardtner United Methodist Church or the Southwind Hospice, c/o Fisher Funeral Home, 204 North Seventh Street, Kiowa, Kan., 67070.

Services Pending

Alvin Allen
NEWKIRK - Alvin Allen, Newkirk resident, died Tuesday night at the Newkirk Nursing Home. He was 83. A graveside service is set for 2 p.m. Friday in the Newkirk Cemetery under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service, Newkirk. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, c/o Eastman National Bank, P.O. Box 486, Newkirk, OK 74647.

Alvin E. Watters
Alvin Edgar "Bill" Watters, died early this morning, Oct. 30, 1996, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Ponca City. He was 72. Survivors include his wife, Mary, of the home and a son, Gary Watters of Ponca City. Funeral arrangements are pending with Arnold-Moore Funeral Home in Bartlesville. Local arrangements were under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel.

William H. Currier
LAMONT - William H. Currier, Lamont resident, died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 1996, in Blackwell Regional Hospital. He was 93. Arrangements are pending with McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home, Tonkawa.

NEWS BRIEFS

Chicken Noodle Dinner - A Chicken Noodle Dinner will be held at Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty, Friday from 5-7 p.m. Adults, $3.50. Children, $2.

Church Women United Set Service - "Women and Violence and the Church" is the subject of the 1996 Annual World Community Day. This worship service by the Church Women United will be observed Friday, at the First Presbyterian Church. Mrs. John Gingerich, president of CWU, invites you to come join them for coffee at 9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Child care will be provided.

Women's Water Exercise - Simple choreographed routines make the time pass quickly as you exercise using the resistance of the water to tone and strengthen muscles, improve cardiovascular endurance, and increase flexibility. The class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. at Community Pool, Seventh and Grand. Contact the YMCA for details, 765-5417.

Open Swim - Community Pool is offering an Open Swim this Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m., due to school being out. Cost is $1 per person or free to those with a YMCA membership. Bring a swim suit, towel and friends. For more information, contact the YMCA, 765-5417.

Newkirk Church Plans Revival - New Mt. Olive Baptist Church at 520 North Pine in Newkirk will be in revival tonight through Friday with guest preacher, the Rev. C.E. Woodfork of First Baptist Church in Summit, Okla., doing the preaching. Services will be held each evening at 7:30 p.m., and the public is invited to come and participate.

Soccer Tryouts - Tryouts for Under-11 girls P.C. Storm Sunday at Woodridge Soccer Complex, 3-5:30 p.m. For more information, call 762-9491 (evenings).

Delayed Enlistment - John M. Day has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Enlistment Program. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $30,000 toward a college education. Day, a 1988 graduate of Blackwell High School, will report to Fort Jackson, S.C., for military basic training on Nov. 19. He is the son of Pamela K. and Tommy J. Day of Blackwell.

Completes Basic - Marine Pvt. Warren A. Thompson, son of Dale E. and Kim L. Coons of Ponca City, recently completed basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. The recruits began their training each day at 5 a.m. by running three miles and performing calisthenics. They spent numerous hours in the classroom and field assignments and worked as a team to solve a number of tactical problems. They received training on the Marine Corps' values. He is a 1996 graduate of Ponca City High School.

Mediterranean Deployment - Navy Petty Officer 2nd Daniel J. Dickinson, son of Daniel J. Dickinson of Ponca City, is halfway through a six-month deployment aboard the fast combat support ship USS Supply, as part of the USS Enterprise Battle Group. Dickinson's ship had traveled 20,000 miles and completed more than 80 underway replenishment missions with U.S. and foreign ships. He and fellow shipmates have visited Italy, Spain, Sicily, Greece, Crete, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. While visiting Crete, he and fellow shipmates helped paint a Red Cross building as well as several rooms of a local senior citizen's home. Dickinson is a 1993 graduate of Ponca City High School.

McCord Halloween - The McCord Volunteer Firefighters will be giving out trick-or-treat candy to youngsters Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the fire department. The fire protection service of the department may also be purchased at this time. Everyone is invited.

Square Dance - The Chikaskia Valley Square Dance Club will hold their monthly square dance at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the VFW Hall, 2900 East Prospect. Caller will be Mike Huddleston with Bob Collyar cueing the rounds. Spectators are welcome at no charge.

Burglary - A resident in the 300 block of South Osage Street notified the Ponca City Police Department at 8:40 a.m. Tuesday of burglary to the home. An officer took a report.

Vandalism - The Ponca City Police Department received notice from a resident in the 500 block of East Fresno Avenue at 10:10 a.m. Tuesday that the vehicle was vandalized. An officer took a report.

Arrested - A 21-year-old man was arrested at North Fifth Street and East Liberty Avenue at 3:01 p.m. Tuesday for driving under suspension and a city warrant for failure to pay.

Subject Held - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 21-year-old man in the 100 block of Westbury Road at 3:13 p.m. Tuesday for possession of marijuana, a Kay County warrant for attempted second degree burglary and application to accelerate.

In Custody - An 18-year-old man was taken into custody by a Ponca City police officer in the 800 block of North Peachtree Street at 4:03 p.m. Tuesday for failure to appear.

Stolen - A resident in the 700 block of South Sixth Street contacted the Ponca City Police Department at 5:34 p.m. Tuesday to report a yellow 18-speed Huffy bike was stolen.

Arrested - A Ponca City police officer arrested a 23-year-old woman in the 200 block of North Pine Street at 11:25 p.m. Tuesday on a city warrant for failure to obey.

Subject Held - A 22-year-old man was arrested by a Ponca City police officer in the 700 block of South Waverly Street at 2:31 a.m. Wednesday on a city warrant for failure to pay.

SPORTS

PC Seniors Now Have Tough Job

By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Ponca City's Wildcat seniors now face the toughest task of their career at Po-Hi.
Friday's 24-7 loss to Sapulpa virtually eliminated the Wildcats from post season play. Now the seniors must find a way to lead this team through two more games when all that is at stake is pride.
Senior lineman Cory Burkett thinks the Cats can finish strong, "for that old Wildcat Pride."
"Friday's loss really hurt," Burkett said. "We still have a chance to make the playoffs, but it's a pretty small chance. We have to go out and play for pride now."
The seniors have a special reason for wanting to play well as the Cats travel to Sand Springs Friday and are at Shawnee on Nov. 8.
"This is our last chance to be on the field together," Burkett said. "We want to go out with a bang."
Although finishing with a 6-4 record would not take the place of a trip to the playoffs, it would be a strong ending to the seniors' high school careers. It would also leave a strong foundation on which to build for next year's team.
But Burkett and his teammates know that Sand Springs will be a tough opponent.
"Sand Springs is a pretty good team," Burkett said after watching film of the Sandites. "They have some decent players."

And Sand Springs will have an added incentive.
The Sandites have lost two straight games, to Bartlesville and Stillwater, and are now 3-2 in the league, 6-2 overall. They can ill afford another loss as they hold the inside track for fourth in the district.
But Burkett feels the Poncans also have their backs to the wall, "and when you're in that position you have to come out fighting."
Once again the Wildcats will have to fight to put some strength in their offense.
The Cats are still averaging just over three yards per running play and averaging 14 yards per pass completion. But they're not getting enough snaps and they're not stringing those plays together in drives.
Billy Swygert leads the Cats' running game with 362 yards on 107 carries, averaging 3.4 yards per carry. Dennis Shields, who has seen limited action since hurting an ankle four weeks ago, still has 314 yards on 86 carries.
Split end Wesley Swygert and tight end Ryan Treadway have each caught 13 passes. Swygert has 192 yards and four touchdowns, Treadway 158 yards and one TD.
Wide receiver Anthony Tillman caught his first pass of the season Friday against Sapulpa and it was a big one, resulting in a 57-yard touchdown.
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Wildcat Note - At 6-2, 282 pounds, Burkett makes an imposing guitarist. He, his brother and father are part of a rock band that brings joy to persons at the Opportunity Center.
"We play mostly new rock, but some that's a little old," Burkett says of the group, which has up to six members.

Wildcat JVs Nip Bartians

BARTLESVILLE - Continuing their run of close games, the Ponca City Wildcat JVs rallied for a 12-8 win over Bartlesville Monday night.
Now 3-5, the JVs are scheduled to end their season next Monday at Tulsa East Central.
Despite dominating play, the Poncans trailed at halftime 8-0.
It may have been because they were playing "half-court" football.
"One end of the Bartlesville field was real muddy from about the 35 on," explained Po-Hi assistant coach Ron Arthur. "So when the teams got to the 50, we'd turn around and go the other way."
The Poncans got used to that procedure in the second half with tailback Timmy Johnson scoring twice, on runs of 3 and 14 yards.
Johnson ended a Ponca City drive with his 3-yard plunge in the third period. But the Poncans missed the extra point try and still trailed 8-6.
With about four minutes left in the fourth quarter, Jared Sindelar intercepted a Bartlesville pass deep in the Ponca City end zone and, ignoring the 50-yard turnaround, carried it to the Bartlesville 6.
The Poncans lost ground on a couple of plays until Johnson took a toss around the left side and found the goal line.
Matt Stuemky also intercepted a Bartlesville pass with 3:20 remaining to help seal the win.
Arthur spotlighted the defensive play of lineman Billy Faulk, linebacker Thomas Terry and defensive back Joe Roland.
On offense, he praised the running of Monte Meredith, Toby Red Leaf and Johnson.
"I was real proud of the kids," Arthur said. "We had been off two weeks, but the kids had practiced hard and it paid off."

Softballers Conclude With Banquet

By DAVID BROWN
News Associate Sports Editor
"We set our goals a little higher than we accomplished. But it says something special about this team that through a ton of adversity they got as far as they did. This is a pretty special group," said Ponca City head softball coach Roydon Tilley to a gathering of players, parents and supporters at the annual Lady Cat Softball Banquet at the Moose Lodge Tuesday night.
Tilley also directed his words at his lone senior, catcher Kara Sneath.
"About a senior. She was here for four years, started as a freshman and took on a monumental task. Of all the players, I'm probably hardest on my catchers. But she was a great player for us. She continually got better and better and better. She always did a great job with us and some of you may not know, but she played through a lot of pain, also with two bad knees."
Earning letters for the 27-18 regional runner-up Lady Cats were:
Freshmen Alana Smith, Ashley Engle, Gena Osborn; Sophomores Renea Diebold, Sarah Pameticky, Lendsi Boyd, Shawntia Feathers, Emily Smith; Juniors Julie Schiltz, Robbi Coffelt, Marie Wilson, Nikki Andrews, Jamie Bellinghausen, Christan Hinman; Senior Kara Sneath.
Also claiming special awards were:
Julie Schiltz - Most RBIs (21), Most Batters Struck Out (134), Academic Award (4.04 gpa).
Christan Hinman - Most Stolen Bases (15), Heads Up Award.
Shawntia Feathers - Highest Batting Average (.391).
Jamie Bellinghausen - Lowest ERA (1.17).
Kara Sneath - Coaches Award, Senior Leadership Award.
Marie Wilson - Best Outfielder.
Lendsi Boyd - Best Infielder.
Nikki Andrews - Spirit Award.
Alana Smith - Most Improved.
Several Lady Cats were also honored by the Frontier Conference. Earning All-Frontier Conference were Kara Sneath as a utility player, Julie Schiltz as an outfielder and Shawntia Feathers as a designated hitter.
Sneath batted .274 with 15 RBIs in 35 games. She had six doubles, three triples and a home run. Her slugging percentage was .406.
Schiltz batted .333 with 21 RBIs. She had 10 doubles, one home run and stole 10 bases in 44 games.
Feathers was limited to just 17 games because of a broken ankle she sustained during the summer. She hit .391 with 11 RBIs, four doubles, a triple and two home runs. Her slugging percentage was a team-high .673.
Honorable mention players from Po-Hi were Nikki Andrews, Jamie Bellinghausen, Lendsi Boyd, Robbi Coffelt, Christan Hinman, Sarah Pameticky, Alana Smith and Marie Wilson.
5A state champion Broken Arrow led the way with eight all-conference selections on the 25-girl team and had the coach of the year in Jim Hillman.

8th Footballers Downed, 20-12

Enid Longfellow pulled away from a 12-all tie with a fourth quarter touchdown and went on to record a 20-12 win over the Ponca City eighth grade JV here Tuesday.
The Poncans led 6-0 early after an 80-yard Lamario Stillwell run but the run for two failed.
Longfellow came back in the second quarter with a 12-yard TD run to tie the score and the two teams went into the half knotted at 6-6.
Longfellow scored first in the second half on a 25-yard run but again the try for two was stopped short by a rugged Ponca City defense.
With 2:11 left in the third, the Cougars picked up a 3-yard scoring run from Stillwell to forge a 12-12 tie but their run was also stopped short on the conversion try.
Stillwell's TD was set up by a 25-yard Brandon Dilbeck to Wes Day pass play.
Longfellow put the final points on the board in the fourth to win. The TD came on a 60-yard pass play and then the run for two was good.
Head coach Calvin English noted that John Able had a pass interception to stop one Longfellow drive and Sam Overby recovered a fumble to end another Longfellow threat.
Up next, the entire eighth grade team will host Woodward Thursday at 4 p.m. at Sullins Stadium.

Upsets Weekly in 6A-4

By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Upsets are now coming almost weekly in District 6A-4 play as the season winds down and the battle for playoff spots gets even tighter.
The latest came Friday in Enid as the Plainsmen held off Tulsa Washington 20-18, making sure no team would go through the district unbeaten.
With two weeks left in the regular season there is now a three way tie for first place in the district. Stillwater, Washington and Enid are all 4-1, while Sand Springs, which lost its second in a row (34-7 to Stillwater), is at 3-2.
Those four teams appear to have the best shots at the playoffs, but as the past three weeks have proved, nothing is certain in District 6A-4 play.
Stillwater appears to be the safest this Friday as the Pioneers play host to winless Shawnee. Washington is at Bartlesville (2-3) where the Bruins have suddenly become a spoiler looking to slip into the playoffs.
Enid may have the more difficult task as the Plainsmen travel to Sapulpa (2-3) which is also trying to hold on to its playoff hopes.
Sand Springs will try to break its two-game losing streak at home against Ponca City (1-4).
Not surprisingly, turnovers have set up all of the upsets in the past three weeks. Washington, which benefited from turnovers to trip Stillwater and hold off Ponca City, finally felt the other edge of that sword as the Hornets suffered two interceptions and lost two fumbles to Enid.
The Plainsmen turned the first miscue, a fumble after a completed pass, into a touchdown as defensive end Jeremiah Heizer returned the fumble 23 yards for a touchdown.
With help from a 20-yard punt return, Enid got close enough in the second quarter for a 26-yard field goal by Jonathan Peterson and a surprising 10-0 halftime lead.
Washington stormed back with two third period touchdowns, but failed to convert after both and led 12-10.
A 42-yard field goal by Peterson to start the fourth quarter put Enid back on top, 13-12.
Minutes later Enid's Chris Mathis intercepted a B.J. Tiger pass and returned it 27 yards to the Washington 6. Two plays later Brad Nichols scores from the 4 with what turned out to be the winning TD.
Washington scored in the final two minutes of the game on a 2-yard pass from Tiger to Ryan Humphrey. But Tiger's try for the two-point conversion came up short.
Fumbles were also part of the undoing of Sand Springs. Stillwater's Marcus Jones raced 71 yards with a fumble recovery in the first quarter to get the Pioneers rolling.
Midway through the second quarter Stillwater recovered another Sapulpa fumble at the Pioneer 29.
That kind of defensive play was more than enough as quarterback Matt Holland continued to build on his Stillwater records, completing 15-of-25 passes for 255 yards and three touchdowns.
Two of those TDs went to Jones (46 and 21 yards) and the third (52 yards) was caught by Trey Waters.
Sand Springs' lone score came with 1:45 remaining in the game on a 10-yard run by sophomore running back Pedro Negron, who had 73 yards on 14 carries in the game. Another Sandites sophomore back, Marc Brown, had 76 yards on 10 carries as Sand Springs rushed for 180 yards on the night.
District 6A-4
Dist. All
School W-L W-L PF PA
Washington 4-1 6-2 205 135
Stillwater 4-1 7-1 275 136
Enid 4-1 5-3 179 148
Sand Springs 3-2 6-2 219 89
Sapulpa 2-3 5-3 236 127
Bartlesville 2-3 3-5 141 196
Ponca City 1-4 4-4 105 176
Shawnee 0-5 0-8 92 278
Last Week's Games
Sapulpa 24, Ponca City 7
Enid 20, Washington 18
Stillwater 34, Sand Springs 7
Bartlesville 24, Shawnee 19
This week's Games
Ponca City at Sand Springs
Enid at Sapulpa
Washington at Bartlesville
Shawnee at Stillwater

9th Grade Cougars Roll, 47-0

Ponca City's ninth grade footballers set up a showdown for the conference title here Thursday by smashing Enid Longfellow 47-0 at Sullins Stadium Tuesday evening.
The Cougars completely dominated, jumping on four Enid turnovers (two fumbles and two pass interceptions) and turning them into scores.
After a scoreless first period the Poncans got rolling when Deandre Dewberry returned a punt 30 yards to the Longfellow 20. Dewberry scored from there to give the Poncans a 6-0 lead.
Minutes later, Blake Geubelle pounced on an Enid fumble near midfield. Two plays later Dewberry scored again on a 30-yard romp. Geubelle then threw to Rodney Bonham for the extra points and a 14-0 lead.
The Cougars were back on offense quickly as Josh Young intercepted an Enid pass near midfield. Ricky Lee picked up 40 yards to the 5 and scored on the next play.
Enid had one more turnover left before halftime as Mark Goddard intercepted at the 40 and on the Poncans' first play, Josh Young scored.
That gave Ponca City a 26-0 halftime lead.
The assault continued in the second half. Goddard faded back to pass, found an opening and scrambled 75 yards for a touchdown.
After another fumble recovery at the 45, Geubelle scored on a 40-yard sweep.
Late in the game, the Poncans marched 90-yards solely on the running of fullback Goddard.
Lee kicked the final three extra points.
Ponca City and Woodward clash for the Northern Conference title here Thursday, starting at 5:30 p.m. Ponca City is 4-0 in conference play, 7-1 overall. Woodward is 3-1 in the conference.
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Ninth Grade Notes - The Ponca City ninth grade JV team maintained its winning ways Thursday, topping Stillwater 21-14.