From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Sunday, November
10, 1996
LOCAL
Ponca City Follows Its Dreams
Ponca Tribe Calls Election For Dec. 21
City Commission Meets Monday
National Diabetes Month Activities Draw Attention to Costly Disease
Board of Education To Set Annual School Election Dates
HGH Cars To Be on Display
Letters Say:
Narconon Program Given Three-Year Accreditation
DECA Students Tour Dallas For Annual Trip
School Calendar
Mystery Writer Will Visit City for Book Promotion
Blood Donor Hits Milestone With Donation of 100th Unit
Veterans Day Event Honors All Veterans
Reception for Artists Scheduled Today
Cowboy Jubilee To Feature Top Western Entertainers
Underpass Work Slated Tuesday
United Way Drive at 60 Percent
Playhouse Sets Auditions For 'Noises Off' Nov. 17-18
'Greetings!' Tickets Are Now Available
Singles Network Plans Activities
Angel Crafters Provide Variety Of Items at Angel Central Store
NODA Seeking Ombudsmen For Nursing Home Residents
School Menus
City Calendar
DEATHS
Elsie Stearns McClung
Glen L. Anderson
Pierson McKinnley Tyler
Danny Lee Koch
Obituaries
Dianne Margaret Becraft
Services Pending
James E. Jenkins
NEWS BRIEFS
FAMILY LIVING
Garden Council Hears Tips On Shrub Selection, Care
Young-Garrison Ceremony Event in Fort Worth Church
Happenings
Tulsan To Give Program For Local DAR Meeting
'Cozy Cabin Designs' Topic Given Area Quilters
Pair To Wed in Las Vegas
Newman-Grace Ceremony Read at Cultural Center
Couple Will Wed Nov. 16
Reception To Honor Couple
Couple Celebrates 50 Years
Local Exercise Instructor Earns National Certification
Couple Celebrate 50th Anniversary
Little News
Presbyterian Women Schedule Luncheon
Desk & Derrick To Elect Officers
Janie Ross Presents Program at Unit II
Water Exercise Classes Offered at YMCA
Eta Zeta Hosts Halloween Party For Children
15th Annual Craft Fair Set in Braman
4-H Banner Wins 1st Place at State
TOPS 308 Begins Seasonal Contest
SPORTS
Execution Proves Difference
Wildcats Close With an OT Victory
Lady Mavs Come Up Short
Sports Notes
Morrison Knocks Off Foyil for Second
No. 2 Berryhill Rolls Past Black Bears, 62-14
Shidler Mauled by Pioneer
Punt Block Costs Maroons
Tonkawa Finishes Well, 35-0
LOCAL
Ponca City Follows Its Dreams
Editor's Note: Over the years Ponca City has seen a number of dreams and
visions come true in both good times and times that could be better. The
activities and events mentioned are all intertwined so just keep reading.
By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Staff Writer
Another magnificent dream has been added to the vision of Ponca City with
the dedication of the first phase of the Standing Bear Memorial Park now
in the history books.
Over the past two decades plus, Ponca Citians have seen many dreams come
true, during good times and not so great times, citizens have always risen
to the challenge, when the project seemed right.
Currently one community project in the works is a Postal mural for the Ponca
City Post Office, commemorating the history of the area. This is a relatively
low-budget project, but one of creatively that will instill pride and again
draw attention to the town. Once more citizens are involved as they seek
to enhance their community.
Buildings
Many of these dream projects have involved buildings that have been renovated
and recycled for new uses, all with the financial support of the citizens
in one form or another.
In 1975, when a significant piece of Ponca City's history was in danger
of becoming a prime subdivision, the citizens opted to save the Marland
Estate by voting a one-cent sales tax on themselves to buy the property.
Conoco was a major player by donating half the purchase price.
Now the Marland Mansion is a showpiece known around the nation and is soon
to be featured on America's Castles on A&E. Annually the former home
of Gov. E. W. Marland draws visitors from around the world.
The yearly Oktoberfest held on the Marland Estate draws thousands of visitors
to Ponca City for the two-day event. This was started 15 years ago. Volunteers
work the event that benefits the restoration fund.
The prospect of enlarging the Pioneer Woman Museum became a reality in 1994-95
with the raising of matching funds by the community with dollars allotted
by the Oklahoma Legislature to the Oklahoma Historical Society. The building
project is due to get under way soon.
Kaw Dam
Next came the long awaited dedication of the completed Kaw Dam, a major
water resource and recreation area for skiers, fishermen, campers, hikers,
boaters and others. This occurred in 1966 and citizens were a part of bringing
the facility to the area with the Kaw Lake Association. Kaw Lake brings
thousands of visitors from Oklahoma and Kansas.
Ponca Citians band together to preserve another important part of history,
when they launched a drive to raise nearly a million dollars to preserve
the atmospheric Poncan Theatre. This restoration was in full swing by 1992.
Today the theater is a showpiece for the area and a source of a wide variety
of entertainment.
In 1993, the Cherokee Strip Centennial Committee kicked-off a number of
events to commemorate the anniversary of the greatest horse race in history.
Events culminated with a locally written play "The Gift of Willy Cries
For War," and the dedication of Centennial Plaza, with name bricks,
and the original land run statue by Jo Saylors. Citizens helped pay for
the statue by buying miniatures.
Ponca City has a beautiful and historic Municipal Library. This facility
was enlarged and enhanced with a $1.6 million renovation and addition with
special pains taken to match the decorative exterior of the building. This
happened in 1989 and several major donors contributed to the project as
well as others. City funds and grants covered most of the cost. The entrance
to the building features a statue the citizens help finance by buying miniatures.
Industry
In the industrial arena Huffy Bicycle plant was lured here by the then Industrial
Foundation. Although Huffy was to stay only three years because of imports
and a downturn in the bicycle industry. The Huffy building was then sold
to Skaggs Alpha Beta in 1985 for a distribution center. This later became
Albertsons.
The 101 Ranch Rodeo continues to be a major player on the rodeo circuit
having won the Prairie Circuit Rodeo of the year award several years in
a row. The Ambucs Grand National Moto Cross finals brings participants and
spectators from across the nation to Ponca City.
In 1994, the citizens passed a half cent sales tax for incentives for economic
development. The Ponca City Economic Development Foundation brought in Thorn
Apple Valley, a major meat processing company, finished an industrial park,
aided Unitherm, Center Line, Encompass Mold and others.
The citizens endorsed the proposal, passing the half-cent sales tax by a
margin of 80 percent. This was in response to the announcement of continued
downsizing by the town's major employer Conoco. This was an effort to answer
the economic question, "Is there life for Ponca City after Conoco?"
A Caring Community
A new Domestic Violence Center is currently under construction. Again the
community rallied to raise nearly half a million dollars for the project.
To help their fellow citizens, Ponca City created Peachtree Landing in 1985
for those down on their luck and needing temporary housing. Those needing
counseling or help in general can call Help Line, which was initiated by
a Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce committee.
A facility dedicated to helping those with special needs, such as those
with substance abuse or alcohol, is Harmony House, which was the old Salvation
Army Building, and was refurbished in 1988 with another fund drive and grants.
Another worthy project is Bridgeway, formerly Northern Oklahoma Alcohol
Rehabilitation Center, a halfway house for recovering alcoholic men. The
building was formerly the old Grandview Hospital. Another area facility
is the Edwin Fair Community Mental Health Center.
Golden Villa Center, adult day care center, is located in the former location
of old fire station building on West Grand. This is supported by United
Way and DHS.
Youth Related Facilities
In the area of youths, Camp McFadden was renovated for the Camp Fire members
and the American Legion Home School has built new facilities on the campus.
A new soccer complex was completed on Lake Road. Facilities at the softball
complex in the southern quadrant was updated.
The Ambucs Swimming Pool was built. New racquet ball courts were added to
the YMCA facilities, adjacent to the Community Swimming Pool.
In 1983 a Pro Teens group organized to offer teens alternatives for their
activities and a fun place to meet. Funds were raised, volunteer labor and
equipment to refurbish and furnish a former retail building at Central and
Grand was accomplished and today plays an important part for youths and
is known as Grand Central Station.
Conoco initiated the "Great Escape," providing activities for
graduating seniors at Ponca City High School.
The old Jefferson School was redone in 1990 and serves as a Child Development
Center, which provides quality, affordable day care for Ponca City families.
This was sponsored by the Church Women United.
Annually the Cherokee Strip Golf Classic benefits Opportunity Center Village
For Retarded Children. These facilities on North Union provide training
for the mentally handicapped.
In 1979, a new Salvation Army Family Social Services Center, at the cost
of $420,000, with funds donated by the community.
Then there is Friendship Feast, The Mission and Ponca City Welfare, all
caring for the needy and supported by private contributions or the United
Way. Several churches have made major improvements including - First Baptist,
First Methodist, Northeast Baptist, Central Baptist, Episcopal, First Christian
and others.
Many new additions of equipment, modernization of facilities and new personnel
have been added at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center. A new Outpatient
Surgical Clinic, Northern Oklahoma Cancer Clinic and Northern Oklahoma Pediatrics
Clinics have been added.
In the area of senior care Westminster Village, Sterling House and the Renaissance
have been built, adding to the facilities of three nursing homes.
Education
A bond issue was passed last year to build a new elementary school and a
ninth grade center at the Ponca City High School and other improvements.
Ponca City has a number of national merit scholars and a number one marching
band, as well as many other achievements.
Pioneer Area Technology Center boasts a number of outstanding programs and
has been recognized by the state as an outstanding school.
Cultural opportunities are everywhere, with Community Concert, Ponca Playhouse,
the Poncan Theatre, the Ponca City Art Center and others. The art center
preserved the former Soldani Mansion as an elegant backdrop for art. The
Cultural Center, E. W. Marland's first home at 1000 East Grand, provides
another Cultural setting for functions, plus housing the DAR and 101 Ranch
exhibits.
There is the Multi-Cultural Festival, the Iris Festival, the Air Show,
the Rod and Custom Show and others just to name a few. A women's civic club,
Pilot International, now Professionals Today, held the first chili cook-off
in 1985. This has become a major event and the last five years has hosted
not only the chili cook-off, but the Oklahoma Barbecue Championship and
benefits Hospice. Hospice of Ponca City was organization in 1983.
The Festival of Angels was created in 1994 and brings many visitors to Ponca
City to see the lights. Citizens got involved by volunteering to work the
festival and also buy lighting their neighborhoods with angel figures. A
three percent motel tax was passed several years ago and funds the Ponca
City Tourism Authority which promotes tourism in Ponca City.
Personalities
In the area of outstanding personalities, Ponca City can claim a U.S. Senator,
Don Nickles; NBC correspondent, Mike Boettcher; a nationally known comedian,
Argus Hamilton, and CEO of MAPCO, Jim Barnes, just to name a few. Our own
Mayor Marilyn Andrews was named mayor of the year in Oklahoma this year.
The Oklahoma Flag was designed by former Ponca Citian Louise Fluke.
Former Mayor John Raley is a U.S. District Attorney, and Ponca Citian Charles
Johnson is chief justice of the Oklahoma Criminal Court of Appeals.
Visioning
A visioning process that involved about 500 citizens came about with the
formation of Ponca City Tomorrow, when citizens had the opportunity to take
their destiny in their hands by coming together to reason about the future.
The plan is to revisit the plan again in 1997.
Ponca City Main Street was instrumental in the process of millions of dollars
reinvested in the downtown areas. Coupled with investors, again volunteers
were making a difference.
City of Ponca City
The City has accomplished much also, with continuous airport improvements,
new water tower on the west side, new water treatment facilities, upgrading
of sewer facilities, the new Oklahoma Municipal Power Plant, a continuous
plan for upgrading streets with a quarter cent sales tax, Enhanced 911 capability
and much more.
In the area of infrastructure, the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce,
which owns its building thanks to another fund drive, and others have pushed
hard for the improvement of Highway 177 south to Stillwater. Currently the
highway is being realigned to hook up with U.S. 60 at South Fourteenth near
the Arkansas River Bridge. And, by the way, the bridge over the river was
built not long ago.
Ponca Citians have many services, facilities and events for which to be
thankful.
Ponca Tribe Calls Election For Dec. 21
WHITE EAGLE - The Ponca Tribe has called a regular election for Dec. 21
to fill four terms of office on the Ponca Tribal Business Committee.
The four-year terms will begin when the vote is certified and continue until
the third Saturday of December 2000.
To be eligible for office a candidate must be an enrolled member of the
Ponca Tribe; at least 21 years old; at least one-fourth degree Ponca blood;
have physically resided in Kay or Noble counties for at least six months
immediately prior to the election; not have been convicted of a felony by
any court of competent jurisdiction, following all appeals, and not have
received as dishonorable discharge from the U.S. armed forces.
Candidates must file with the tribal election board between Nov. 18 and
22, 1-5 p.m.
Absentee ballots will be accepted until Dec. 7. Requests must be made in
writing to the election board.
For further information, call 762-8129.
City Commission Meets Monday
The Ponca City Board of Commissioners will meet in regular session Monday
at 5:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Room of the Public Safety Center, 200
East Oklahoma.
Among items to be discussed will be the consideration of a number of grants
through the Tourism Authority, annual report for Certified Local Government
Grant Program to the State Historical Society, and the appointment of two
nominees to city boards.
The meeting is open to the public.
National Diabetes Month Activities Draw Attention to Costly Disease
With the national human and economic costs of diabetes totaling over 178,000
deaths and $100 billion annually, the 16 million Americans with this disease
and their health care providers have more reason than ever to become more
proactive in diabetes care.
Advances in technology, new treatments, and a transforming health care system
have made it a national priority for the American Diabetes Association to
inform those with diabetes how to take charge of their care and alert health
care providers to the latest advances in diabetes research and standards
of patient care.
November is National Diabetes Month. The Oklahoma affiliate of the American
Diabetes Association is helping spread the word to those affected by diabetes
about the benefits of controlling blood sugar levels in order to prevent
the devastating complications of diabetes. For 1996, activities for patients
and their families will be centered on the theme, "Diabetes. What to
Know; Head to Toe." The centerpiece of this campaign is a free brochure
which converts into a colorful, easy-to-read poster and provides a step-by-step
guide to delaying diabetes' leading complications through foot checkups
at every doctor's visit and annual dilated eye exams.
"Diabetes is a serious and lifelong disease leading to complications
of the circulatory and nervous systems," said Pat Blubaugh, RN, Certified
Diabetes Educator, Program Coordinator for Diabetes Self-Management Program
at St. Joseph Regional Medial Center. "Understanding the 'system-wide'
approach to treatment, through diet, exercise, self-monitoring and medication
is critical to improving the lives of people with diabetes."
Blubaugh recently completed some research that gave a startling statistic
about the number of people in Kay County who have diabetes. "Over 3,200
individuals in this county alone have diabetes, whether it be recognized
or unrecognized," she stated.
All people with diabetes should seek their treatment and care from a physician-coordinated
team. This may include, but not be limited to, physicians, nurses, dietitians,
and mental health professionals with an expertise and a special interest
in diabetes. People with diabetes are also encouraged to enroll in the SJRMC
Diabetes Self-Management Education Program. The program recently received
the prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the American Diabetes Association,
and is only one of six recognized programs in the State of Oklahoma.
"For too long, people with diabetes have not had the information and
technology to take charge of their care," said Richard L. Keim, MD,
physician advisor for the SJRMC Diabetes Advisory Committee. "Research
is proving that we have the tools to prevent or delay the onset of the disease's
complication, such a blindness and amputation. But we need to get serious
about diabetes, and serious about treating it."
Diabetes is a serious disease in which the body either does not produce
insulin (type I) or does not use insulin effectively or produce adequate
amounts of insulin (type II). Insulin is a hormone that allows blood sugar
to enter the cells of the body and be used for energy. Diabetes can lead
to severely debilitating or fatal complications, such as blindness, kidney
disease, heart disease, stroke and amputations. It is the fourth-leading
cause of death by disease in the U.S. Currently, there is no cure.
The free brochure "DIABETES. What to Know; Head to Toe," is available
for the public to pick up at the Information Desk in the lobby of SJRMC,
or by calling 1-800-DIABETES.
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading voluntary health
organization supporting diabetes research, information, and advocacy. Founded
in 1940, the Association supports an affiliate office in every region of
the country, providing services to more than 800 communities.
Board of Education To Set Annual School Election Dates
By KRISTI GRABEAL
News Education Editor
Deciding to approve or not approve a resolution to the Kay County Election
Board for the annual election of Board of Education Members in Wards 3,
6 and 7 will be discussed during the regular board meeting to be held Monday
night at the Administration Building.
The main topic on the board agenda for Monday is the resolution calling
for the 1997 annual school election is to be due no later than Nov. 15.
The annual school election will be held Feb. 11, 1997, and the runoff election
will be held on April 1. The wards that will be up at that time include
Ward 3, currently held by John Young; Ward 6, held by Steve Stalcup; and
Ward 7, currently held by Kyle Keffer.
The president of the board will start off the evening by presenting the
November Employee of the Month Awards to the following employees: Steve
Harris, teacher at Ponca City Middle School; Glenda Rutherford, Transportation
Department Employee; and Liberty School P.T.A.
Topics also on the agenda for discussion Monday are a presentation from
Tim Klem on School-to-Work, a report from the architect on current bond
projects and a report from Dr. Scroggins from the Division of Curriculum
and Instruction.
Russ Allen will present the financial reports and answer any questions board
members may have about the activity funds, analysis reports and change orders.
Brenda Storie, treasurer, will also answer any questions on the Treasurer's
report.
The board will then vote to approve or not approve a change order for the
new Lincoln Elementary School. As a result of soil tests, additional concrete
was needed to strengthen five piers on the northeast portion of the new
Lincoln school. Also, further clarification of the advantages of a 20-year
roof and exactly what a 20-year roof warranty would provide. Troy Lewis
will answer any question concerning board members.
American Fidelity Assurance Company could also be providing insurance to
the employees if the board votes to accept the continuation of the current
plan. The only change to the current plan is the amendment of the name of
the health and dental carrier, Oklahoma State Employees Plan, which was
voted on by the teachers last May.
The board will also approve or not approve the renewal of the Oklahoma Public
Schools unemployment compensation account. Unemployment compensation converge
is required of all public schools under the Oklahoma Employment Security
Act.
Asbestos material from the pipes within the Howell Building tunnel area
could be removed if the board decides as well. The pipe chase tunnels under
the Howell Building need to be used for the math/science/business addition,
and project design was developed and bids were issued. Bids were to be opened
at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8.
A Fine Arts Magnet School for fourth and fifth grade students will also
be discussed. The Blue Ribbon Committee will recommend that a fine arts
magnet school for grades four and five be established at Garfield Elementary.
The school will serve the neighborhood area in grades one through five as
well as be a magnet school. The sixth grade class will be moved to the middle
school along with the Lincoln sixth grade. The students currently riding
the bus will attend the new Lincoln School and transportation to the magnet
school from the other seven schools will be provided by the shuttle buses
that serve the preschool 4-year old program. The possible movement of the
sixth grade will provide rooms for three fourth and three fifth grade classes
with approximately 60 students per grade.
Next, the board will vote to approve or not approve the following items:
- Naming Dr. Joe Surber as the residency officer for the district,
- Punishment for possession of beer, alcoholic beverages or controlled dangerous
substances for students, and
- Parents to serve on the Professional Development Committee.
Finally, the board will approve or not approve a proposed executive session
to discuss termination, reassignment, resignation, and the possible purchase
or sale or real property.
HGH Cars To Be on Display
Looking for a fun family outing next weekend? Stop by the HGH Antique Car
Museum and take a trip down memory lane. The owners of the museum will open
the doors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, and from 1-4 p.m.
on Sunday, Nov. 17.
"We try to share our collection of antique automobiles and memorabilia
with the community at least once a year," said J. D. Hanks, co-owner.
"There is no admission charge to visit the museum, but we will have
a container available for donations. Any money contributed will be used
to assist a faculty member in the Ponca City School District who is facing
some critical health problems."
More than 50 vintage automobiles are housed in the two metal buildings composing
the museum.
"We have recently added a limousine used by President John F. Kennedy
and the automobile used by President and Mrs. Eisenhower when they retired
to their Gettysburg Farm," Hanks noted.
The collection includes another tie to Mamie Eisenhower - the 1914 Electric
that belonged to Mrs. Eisenhower's mother.
Hanks noted that "I remember..." is a familiar phrase for visitors
to the museum as they recall family ancestors who owned similar vehicles.
Some vehicles, like the 1938 LaSalle that once belonged to Ginger Rogers,
are very limited editions.
The 1928 Buick Sport Phaeton is reported to be one of only four left in
the United States.
Memorabilia displayed in the museum provide an excellent backdrop for
the vintage vehicles, and prove as intriguing to many visitors as the cars.
License plates, from antique to current, representing every state in the
union and many foreign countries line the walls.
Service Station signs and vintage gas pumps from days gone by also are on
display.
"The restoration of one vehicle years ago has led to this ever-expanding
collection for all of us," Hanks said. "We look forward to opening
the museum doors to visitors once again."
Hanks added, "Stop by next weekend to view this outstanding exhibit,
and drop a donation in the container to help a fellow citizen."
Letters Say:
Editor, The News:
This letter is in response to that appearing in the Oct. 16, 1996, edition
of The Ponca City News in regard to the private use of city-owned vehicles.
I agree with the writer in respect to the city workers (meter readers) not
taking the vehicles home with them. I do not know what the reasons are for
this practice and I am curious if they are valid reasons.
However, on the subject of our police officers, I feel the reasons are very
valid. I for one am happy and feel much safer when I see police cars in
my neighborhood. I have one right behind my home. Just the fact that they
are parked there during the officer's off-duty hours may prevent a crime.
I would much rather that car be parked on my block than at the police station.
If an off-duty officer is needed, it saves a lot of time if he or she has
the car available instantly instead of driving to the police station and
then driving to where they have been called. This is an especially important
practice for all of the detectives who are called upon day and night, seven-days-a-
week for deaths, rapes, armed robberies and drug raids. I feel any extra
insurance or fuel costs are worth it!
I am very proud of our officers and wish to thank them for all they do.
Danita Duroy
Editor, The News:
I'm writing in reply to the letter in the Oct. 16 paper by Debi McDonald.
I can only reply to the subject of the Fire Department Station wagon and
the Police Cars.
First of all, the Fire Department Car isn't the only car parked on the street
in this area. There are several homeowners who park in the street as well!
The Fire Department Station wagon is driven by the Deputy Chief of the Fire
Department.
I was deputy chief for 10 years and brought home a vehicle every day, also
as I was on call 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week. Any time there was a
structure fire or bad wreck, I was required, by the chief, to respond. I
might add that the deputy chief does not get overtime for this. If this
vehicle was left at the Fire Station, it would be parked outside and the
deputy chief would have to go to the station to get it.
As for the police, If you had 100 cars at the station you wouldn't double
the patrol. The police are like any other department. They have just so
many officers on duty, to patrol, at any given time.
When the police officers take their patrol ears home when they are off-duty
they don't use them as a second car! Having the patrol cars parked in the
neighborhood makes them visible to the public, which in my opinion is a
good idea.
By assigning one car per officer it is more likely for the cars to be well
maintained by the assigned officer because he is the one responsible for
the car.
We had a situation last night where an armed person rolled a car and fled
on foot. We were told that he may have come into our neighborhood. I wouldn't
have minded having a police officer with his patrol ear living in my neighborhood!!
The City Commissioners approve the cars or trucks that are to be taken
home by other city employees and this is reviewed each year. I think that
98 percent of our city employees do a good job. Instead of always finding
fault, we should be thanking them:
Ron Shelton
Deputy Chief, Retired
Ponca City Fire
Department
Narconon Program Given Three-Year Accreditation
Chilocco - Narconon's drug rehabilitation program has received its third
straight accreditation and the second three-year accreditation in a row.
Donald E. Galvin, Ph.D., president and CEO of The Commission On Accreditation
Of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) stated in the accreditation letter,
"It is my pleasure to inform you that the following programs of your
organization have been accredited for a period of three years: Alcohol and
Other Drug Programs: Detoxification Services and Residential Treatment Programs."
Gary Smith, Narconon Chilocco's president and executive director, said,
"We are proud of this accomplishment. We are especially excited as
this is our third consecutive accreditation with the last two being for
three years. Three year accreditation is the highest award given from the
nation's leading accreditation body in the rehabilitation field. It is quite
a validation of the quality of care we offer, the staff commitment and Mr.
L. Ron Hubbard's drug rehabilitation technology."
The CARF survey team inspected the program in September of this year. According
to the final survey report compiled after two days of inspections and interviews
of clients, treatment and medical staff at the Chilocco Center the surveyors
reported, "The program at Narconon Chilocco New Life Center, although
nontraditional in its approach to the treatment of alcohol and drug problems,
nonetheless demonstrates a high degree of effectiveness. The detoxification
regimen in particular is unique and well organized, and the comprehensive
services delivered by the medical team are quite impressive."
In the evaluation of Program Standards, the surveyors commented, "The
Narconon Chilocco New Life Center is commended for the provisions it has
developed to monitor the quality of the programs of the individuals served.
The administration and staff are commended for their activities in establishing
the program quality and for their serious concern for providing quality
services."
"Narconon has put itself through a rigid peer review process and has
demonstrated that its rehabilitation programs are of the highest quality,
measurable and accountable," the CARF president said.
DECA Students Tour Dallas For Annual Trip
The Ponca City DECA Chapter recently went on its annual trip to Dallas,
Texas. This year, they invited Pioneer Technology Center's newly-created
DECA Chapter to accompany them. The trip is taken to learn more about the
professional world of marketing, fashion merchandising, and business management.
The group left at 5 a.m. Wednesday. The first stop in Dallas was a tour
of the World Trade Center. From there, the group went to lunch at the Info
Mart, which was followed by a tour of the Manufacturing Plant for Mary Kay
International. Once checked into the hotel, the group departed for Planet
Hollywood and the Galleria Mall.
On Thursday, students started their day off by visiting J.C. Penney's corporate
office. While there, they visited with the head merchandiser/buyer for licensed
sportswear, and the archives of the company. From there the group left for
The Gainesville Outlet Mall, where they met with the marketing representative.
The trip is two days of on-the-go fun and learning. Students are required
to dress like young business people and must find answers that relate to
areas that they will be studying in the marketing program during the year.
School Calendar
Po-Hi
Monday, Nov. 11 - "Panic" will hold a rehearsal in the Howell
auditorium from 6-8 p.m. Chamber Orchestra will meet at 7 p.m. in the band
room.
Tuesday, Nov. 12 - D.E.C.A. Mini Conference will be held at U.C.O. at 8
a.m. P.A.C. will meet in Room 210 at 10:30 a.m. ACT Club will meet in Room
A102 at 3:45 p.m. "Panic" rehearsal will be held from 6-8 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 13 - Senior picture retakes will begin at 8 a.m. Drama rehearsal
will be held in Howell Auditorium at 3:30 p.m. "Panic" will hold
rehearsals from 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 14 - Orchestra rehearsal will begin in the fine arts room
at 7:10 a.m. Mock trial will be held in Room 111 during second and sixth
hours. Representative from S.W. Baptist University will be in Room 210 at
1 p.m. Drama rehearsal will be held at 3:30 p.m. in Howell Auditorium. Varsity
basketball boys will be playing a scrimmage starting at 4 p.m. Cross Country
banquet will be held in the cafeteria at 4 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 15 - Youth Alive will meet at 7:30 a.m. in Room A203. N.C.H.O.
clinic will be held in Enid at 8 a.m. The Speech and Debate team will travel
to Edmond Santa Fe.
Saturday, Nov. 16 - N.C.H.O. clinic will be held in Enid at 8 a.m. Elementary
Wrestling will take place at Robson at 9 a.m. The diving and swimming teams
will travel to Tulsa and start at 9 a.m.
Sunday, Nov. 17 - Varsity cheerleaders will practice 1-6 p.m. in the girl's
gym.
Mystery Writer Will Visit City for Book Promotion
Carolyn G. Hart, author of many award-winning mysteries, will be in Ponca
City on Nov. 16 to meet the public and autograph copies of her books at
Brace Books & More.
Hart is the first writer to win all three major mystery awards (The Agatha,
The Anthony and The Macavity) for her novels. She will be in town to promote
the paperback edition of "Mint Julep Murder," a mystery from her
original mystery series that features Annie Darling, owner of the Death
on Demand Bookstore.
"Hart wraps her light tale in a deliciously inviting setting and offers
mystery readers a winsome treat," said Publishers Weekly of the Oklahoma
City author. Book lovers especially enjoy this series of mysteries, due
to the fact that they are centered around books, authors, and a bookstore.
In "Mint Julep Murder," the sleuth, Annie Laurence Darling, awaits
a trip to Hilton Head Island, where this year's Dixie Book Festival is being
held. Annie has agreed to be the author liaison to five authors honored
with the much-coveted Dixie Book Festival Medallions, and she fears she
is going to have her hands full juggling murderous egos.
What Annie doesn't count on is the untimely death of ambitious Mint Julep
Press publisher Kenneth Hazlitt. Hazlitt arrives at the Festival peddling
a proposal for "Song of the South," a trashy romantic that details
the indiscretions of some famous Southern authors at a writers' conference
- writers who more than resemble the Dixie Festival Medallion winners.
When Hazlitt drops dead after drinking a bit of bourbon from his private
stock, the evidence points to Annie - the fatal glass is imprinted with
her fingerprints. As more and more evidence points her way, Annie and her
husband, Max, must act fast to catch a wily killer - before the police throw
the book at Annie!
Iris Brooks of Brace Books & More has issued a welcome to all who love
to read a good mystery or who are interested in the craft of writing mysteries.
She said, "join us for complimentary coffee and biscotti in the Bookstore
Coffee Bar and meet this outstanding Oklahoma author, Carolyn Hart."
Blood Donor Hits Milestone With Donation of 100th Unit
Leonard McClung reached a special goal and became a member of the American
Red Cross Century Club by donating his 100th unit of blood last week at
Mertz Inc. Donor Express.
Family members and Mertz employees gathered to witness the special occasion
along with American Red Cross staff. Staff members surprised McClung with
a cake and a Century Club T-shirt to celebrate.
Leonard, a lifelong area resident, gave his first unit of blood in 1954
when he was age 18. At that time 18-year-olds had to have parental permission.
"My mother, Juanita McClung, wrote a note, giving her permission for
me to donate my first pint of blood in 1954," Leonard grinned.
At the Mertz Donor Express event on Tuesday, Juanita McClung was honored
as a special guest and said, "I came to give Leonard permission once
again - this time to give his 100th unit!"
"Mertz employees have hosted the Donor Express Program five times since
March and have given a total of 87 units of blood to the American Red Cross,"
reported Patsy Bray, donor recruitment representative.
"We can always count on them to exceed their goal every time we have
the program at their place of business. Jim Blake, who coordinates the Donor
Express Program at Mertz, as well as all the employees need to be congratulated,"
she said.
The American Red Cross, the largest supplier of blood in the nation, supplies
blood to 69 hospitals in Oklahoma including St. Joseph Regional Medical
Center in Ponca City. All donors receive a "mini-physical" while
giving. The mini-physical consists of a blood pressure check, temperature
check, pulse rate check and a blood and iron level check. In addition, the
cholesterol level is tested and results are mailed to donors a few weeks
later.
Volunteer blood donors must now be 17-years of age or over, weigh at least
110 pounds, and be in general good health. Donors cannot have a history
of viral hepatitis after age 10, nor have behavior patterns and activities
that place them "at risk" for AIDS.
To make an appointment to give blood or for more information about how business
employees may participate in a Donor Express program, call the American
Red Cross at 765-6605.
Veterans Day Event Honors All Veterans
The American Legion is honoring all veterans, auxiliary and SAL members
on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, with a free chili feed from 11 a.m. to
1 p.m. at the American Legion building on South Avenue.
The lounge will open at 11 a.m. The luncheon dining room will be closed
on this day to honor all veterans, it was announced.
Those attending were reminded the Legion will be filling several food baskets
for Thanksgiving. Please bring canned goods and other non-perishable food
items to help fill these baskets for the less fortunate folks in Ponca City.
Reception for Artists Scheduled Today
By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
A reception for artists, Connie Seabourn and Kathy Buttry will be held from
1:30 to 4 p.m. today at the Ponca City Art Center. The artists' watercolor
prints, originals, and clay sculpture figures will be on exhibit there through
Nov. 24.
The public and members of the Ponca City Art Association are invited to
meet the artists and view their works at the Sunday reception.
Seabourn's watercolor paintings have been described as Contemporary Southwest
and Buttry's artistry is projected in various forms of clay sculpture.
Buttry's current subjects for her explorations and creations in clay are
the throat, face and head, which are sites of reflected character and emotion.
Native American, indigenous peoples of other countries, prophets and others
with faces full of life, spirituality, enlightenment, innocence, or wisdom
are her favorite areas of focus.
Buttry approaches her clay with a holistic perspective. Fourteen-plus years
of interacting with young people as an elementary school teacher contributes
to her childlike questioning and searching in both her life and her art,
which helps keep her approach to art, fresh.
Buttry believes all one's life experiences come into play in creating any
work of art. She brings to sculpture the influences of her other art disciplines
as a writer, a musician, and a metaphysician/psychic reader.
She believes life is a series of lessons, and her multidisciplinary approach
has been further strengthened by attending educator workshops through Ballet
Oklahoma and Oklahoma City Art Museum lectures and workshops in metaphysics
and spirituality, as well as personal workshops in potter and continued
exploration and growth in sculpture classes.
Kathy is a modest artist and usually responds with "I sculpt,"
or "I work in clay," or "I continue to learn," is when
she hears anyone refer to her as an artist. The Ponca City Art Center is
located at 819 East Central and is open to the public Wednesday through
Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Cowboy Jubilee To Feature Top Western Entertainers
The Will Rogers Council of the Boys Scouts of America is sponsoring a "Cowboy
Jubilee" and barbecue in Tonkawa on Nov. 16, to be held at the new
Performing Arts Auditorium at Northern Oklahoma College beginning at 7 p.m.
Preceding the performances will be a traditional western barbecue brisket
and buffalo dinner hosted by Head Country BBQ starting at 5:30 p.m. inside
the NOC cafeteria.
The Jubilee, designed to honor Oklahoma statehood, will feature five well-known
area western performers, including local balladeer Les Gilliam, who was
recently nominated for "Best Male Vocalist of the Year"; recording
artist Johnny Western from Wichita, Kan.; humorist and storyteller Sky Shivers;
Will Rogers' portrayer Gene McFall, and Ponca City's own western poet Diane
Russell.
"Proceeds from the sale of tickets will help support acouting throughout
the eight counties of the Will Rogers Council," said Chuck Rager, Will
Rogers Council executive director. "We encourage everyone to join us
in supporting local scouting and have a great evening of fun and entertainment
at the same time."
Ponca City's Gilliam is known a "The Oklahoma Balladeer" and is
a native of Gene Autry, Okla. He is regarded as one of the most talented
country/western entertainers in Oklahoma, and was recently nominated as
a contender for Best Country-Western Male Vocalist. His latest CD is titled
"Western Country" and features classic cowboy songs plus original
material including a meaningful patriotic song "What's Right with America."
Western's country/western music career dates back to the late 1950s. He
is. best known as the composer of the "The Ballad of Paladin,"
the theme song for the television show "Have Gun Will Travel,"
that starred Richard Boone. With 10 record albums, Western's other musical
credits include film-TV music such as "Bonanza," "Geronimo,"
"Johnny Yuma" and "Dodge City."
Raised in southern Oklahoma, western poet-storyteller Shivers is a seasoned
performer who regales his audiences with true stories and tall tales about
colorful cowboy life. He has appeared at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame
in Oklahoma City, the Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, the National Cowboy Symposium
in Lubbock, Texas, and the Western Heritage Classic in Abilene, Texas. He
also hosts a cowboy talk show on the OASIS radio network for 13 stations
in three states.
McFall has performed as Will Rogers in 43 states since 1982, and has toured
with James Whitmore as his understudy in "Will Rogers USA." A
native Kentuckian, he has appeared in several motion pictures and on television
in "All in the Family," "Benson," and "Archie Bunker's
Place." McFall portrayed Rogers from ages 27-55 in Oklahoma Educational
Television authority's highly acclaimed 1989 centennial mini-series "Oklahoma
Passage." He was artist-in-residence at the Will Rogers Memorial in
Claremore in 1991.
Raised in southern New Mexico and northern Oklahoma and now the mother of
two, Russell is rapidly gaining regional acclaim as a popular and talented
cowgirl poet.
BSA's Will Rogers Council was chartered in 1948 following the merger of
Cimarron Valley Council of Stillwater and the Northern Oklahoma Council
of Ponca City.
Rager said tickets for the evening fund raiser are available through the
Will Rogers Council office as well as First National Bank, Pioneer Bank
& Trust, Boatman's Bank, Head Country BBQ restaurant, United Supermarkets
and Conoco. Tickets for the performance are $12 for adults, $10 for senior
citizens (55 and over) and $4 for children under 12 years of age. Meal tickets
are $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12.
More information can be obtained by calling the Will Rogers Council office
in Ponca City at (405) 765-6669 or 1-800-478-2563.
Underpass Work Slated Tuesday
The eastbound lane of the South Avenue underpass will be closed for repairs
on Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., according to Traffic Engineer Mike
Lane.
Crews will perform conduit and wiring repairs causing eastbound traffic
to be detoured north onto Pine Street. The westbound lane of the underpass
will remain open.
Underpass lights will remain off during repairs. Lane recommends using an
alternate route.
United Way Drive at 60 Percent
We still need your help," says Eric Kurtz, 1996-97 United Way Campaign
Chairman. "The United Way thermometer at Fourteenth Street and Grand
Avenue now shows we have reached 60 percent but we still have a way to go
to reach our 100 percent goal."
Giving to the United Way guarantees the continuation of needed social services
in Ponca City and we can't do it without your help," says Kurtz. "Please
open your hearts and your checkbooks and give to United Way."
Reporting on the United Way drive at Conoco, Steve Kellert, Conoco's campaign
chairman, says, "Our friends at Conoco are just shy of their employee
goal of $215,000. With special events, Conoco retirees and some pledge cards
still coming in, we are confident to reach our goal and support the 17 United
Way agencies in need of our assistance.
Help is needed from all Ponca Citians to meet the goal of $700,000. United
Way's member agencies serve everyone in the community. From the Boy Scouts
to Golden Villa Adult Day Services, we are all touched by these agencies
who provide human services to our family, friends and neighbors, says Helene
Schwartz, United Way executive director.
One of Ponca City's newest businesses is doing its fair share to help the
campaign. "Thorn Apple Valley's campaign has just ended," said
Ed Prusia, human resource manager at TAV. He is encouraged by the employee
support of the campaign. "This is our first year and we hope to expand
our giving in the future to United Way," he says.
Thorn Apple Valley also provides assistance to the community by way of food
products. Last month TAV donated over 10,000 pounds of meat to United Way
member agencies and other social service agencies throughout the area. This
generous donation of food enables the agencies to utilize their limited
dollars for direct services to their clients.
"Sykes Enterprises has reached over $11,000 in donations and still
going strong. It only take a few enthusiastic people in each business to
have a successful campaign" says Martin Smith, Sykes in-house chairman.
"lt also takes a commitment from management to encourage their employees
to give. The management team and, of course John Sykes, are strong supporters
of United Way and our community," continued Martin.
The United Way of Ponca City supports 17 member agencies including the American
Red Cross, Arthritis Foundation, Bluestem Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts
of America, Will Rogers Council, Bridgeway, Child Development Center, Domestic
Violence Program, Golden Villa Adult Day Services, Helpline, Inc., Hospice
of Ponca City, New Emergency Resource Agency, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services,
Peachtree Landing, ProTeens, RSVP, Salvation Army, and YMCA.
For more information about where the contributions go, or information about
the 17 member agencies, call the United Way office at (405) 765-2476.
Playhouse Sets Auditions For 'Noises Off' Nov. 17-18
Auditions for "Noises Off" have been scheduled Nov. 17 and 18
by the Ponca Playhouse. Auditions are to be held at the Playhouse building
at 301 South First Street at 7 p.m.
"Noises Off" is a farce concerning a theatrical troupe preparing
a play. Director Nancy Vunovich says there is a lot of physical comedy and
the actors should be in good shape for the pratfalls involved. A good (or
bad) English accent would help too.
"Noises Off" will have a cast of four women and five men. The
female characters include "Dotty," the "lead" in the
play, who's 40 to 60 years old and likes younger men. "Brooke"
is a space case in her 20s who spends most of the evening in her undergarments
looking for her contact lens. "Belinda" is in her 30s or 4's,
gossips, but has a desire to help others. "Poppy" rounds out the
women characters; she is in her 20s and is involved with the director.
The male roles include "Lloyd" (mid 30s and up), who is the harrassed
director of the show. "Garry" is a young-looking actor who does
a lot of physical comedy. "Frederick" is in his 40s and is the
leading-man type, heavily into method acting. "Seldon" is between
50 and death due to his excessive drinking. "Tim" is the hardworking
and dedicated backstage crew member.
Auditions are being held early so cast members can arrange their schedules
between Jan. 13 and opening night Feb. 21. Cast members are needed to be
at all rehearsals to keep the timing on. Scripts are available before the
auditions and will help the actor find the role they think they are suited
for. Loose clothing should be worn as there are physical demands in the
audition. A bathing suit is also recommended for those seeking the role
of "Brooke."
Crew members are also needed for "Noises Off." Construction help
is needed to build the set. Three prop members are needed to keep props
in order. Light and sound operators are also wanted. Those not wanting a
role onstage can help in any of these areas.
Those unavailable to attend that want to audition should call the Playhouse
office at 765-5360. Scripts and other information are available at the same
number.
'Greetings!' Tickets Are Now Available
Reservations for "Greetings!" are now being taken. A Christmas
comedy with a timely message, "Greetings!" is the second show
of the season for the Ponca Playhouse.
The show is directed by Jo Ann Muchmore and written by Tom Dudzick.
Performance dates are Nov. 15, 16, 17, 22 and 23 at the Poncan Theatre.
Times are 8 p.m. except for the Nov. 17 matinee which is at 2 p.m.
Tickets are avilable by calling 765-5360 or stopping by the Playhouse office
at 107 East Central. Office hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 2
p.m. "Greetings!" is sponsored by Conoco Inc.
Singles Network Plans Activities
Singles Network, a support group for those who are divorced, widowed or
never-married, invites other older adults in similar circumstances, to attend
their activities. Members of Singles Network have experienced similar situations
and have a desire to be of help.
The calendar for the week begins today with the Discussion Group at the
First Presbyterian Church. They meet at 6:30 p.m. at the church and will
have a snack following the discussion.
A Scavenger Hunt is planned for Monday with cider after at Shery's. The
event is scheduled for 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 762-1987.
Wednesday a Card Party is planned at Phil's at 7 p.m. Bring snacks to share.
If planning to attend, call 765-4620.
Thursday is the time for the General Meeting, scheduled for 6:45 p.m. at
the First United Methodist Church. "Stamping Up" is the program
by Kate Lewis.
Saturday, the group plans a trip to Remington Park, leaving at 11 a.m. from
Phil's. To make arrangements, call 765-4620 or 765-8381.
Angel Crafters Provide Variety Of Items at Angel Central Store
Angel Central has become a bustling haven of activity as the holidays approach.
More than 40 crafters and artists have placed their wares at the shop, so
a wide variety of items is available to satisfy any shoppers' needs.
"One of the unexpected highlights of working in the shop has been getting
to know so many talented people in our area," commented Sara King,
one of the consignment coordinators on the Festival of Angels board of directors.
"They are excited about helping with the Festival of Angels and having
an outlet from which to sell their merchandise too," she continued.
Betty Lindsay, another consignment coordinator, said, "Each of the
consignors has a special story about how she got started crafting, or how
his family helped him get ideas. This is much of what make Angel Central
unique."
Shirley Thomas of Ponca City hand painted angels on sweatshirts. While recovering
from a stroke in 1988, she decided to try fabric painting as a hobby. Her
hobby has become a profit-making experience that she really enjoys.
Ginger and Yancy Snow started crafting as newlyweds. They spent their first
anniversary at a craft mall, the second anniversary at a two-day show, and
so on the years have gone! The couple operates a small shop, Crafty Collectibles,
next to their home in Eakly.
Henri Sutil from Oklahoma City has particular touch with a paint brush on
wood. She calls her style "Reverse Painting" because it is all
shading in light pinks and blues. Her collection of wall hangings is particularly
appealing for children's rooms.
Alison Warren's favorite type of art is "mixed media." The Ponca
Citian works mostly with small ornaments and jewelry, using a variety of
materials and processes. Alison's mother and father, Maxine and Guy Warren,
have helped influence her involvement in the arts.
The crafting tradition runs deep in the Hester family as well, but this
is the first time that Helen and Maria Hester (mother and daughter) have
made anything "for sale." Usually their crafts have been given
as gifts. However, this year, the two have made "Angel Illuminations"
- angel candles, using the technique of lifting an image to form a transparent
picture, which they then adhere to a pillar candle.
They have chosen four different angel pictures and one nativity scene. Glitter
and ribbon finish the effect. When lit, the wick burns a hollow in the center
of the candle and the light shines through the angels, creating a heavenly
glow.
Janet DeCocq from Tulsa creates earrings, necklaces, and pictures from cut-out
wood she paints. Interested in crafts as a child, she learned to cut wood
and help her mom create lawn ornaments. Her specialty has now evolved into
a specialty of jewelry items.
Lynda and Charles Smith call their company "The Woodsmiths." A
city employee, Lynda got bored with oil painting landscapes, so she started
working with acrylics, which led to painting on wood. Charles has always
enjoyed working with wood, so she asked him to cut something out for the
holidays, then it was for gifts, then it was to sell.
"Bubba Originals" is the name Shirley Hallmark has dubbed her
craft business. After her retirement from Conoco Inc., Shirley started creating
quilted baby blankets and dolls for craft shows and consignment shops like
Angel Central.
Sandy Fries enjoys all kinds of crafts but her distinctive earrings are
really getting attention this year. The earrings feature dainty hand painted
angels on pistachio nut shells.
There are even imported angels at Angel Central. Thanks to Norma and Burton
Casad, several pieces of the Sam Philipe figurine and jewelry collection
are being presented. All of the items are cast in pure polished silver,
then dipped in 24K gold. On a recent trip to Jerusalem, the Casad's discovered
this artist and his sculptures and knew Ponca City would appreciate these
distinctive works of art.
Additionally, there are shiny pewter angel candleholders from San Miguel
de Allende, Mexico, the Santa Fe of old Mexico, made available by Scottie
Eatherly.
Holiday Lighting Specialists in Tonkawa also has several of their displays
at Angel Central, including the popular wire frame three-dimensional angel.
Customers who wish to purchase an exhibit from Holiday Lighting can see
the different designs at the shop, then go to their new display warehouse
on Interstate-35 at U.S. 60 to purchase the items. Holiday Lighting produces
all the custom designed displays for Festival of Angels.
NODA Seeking Ombudsmen For Nursing Home Residents
Ombudsman volunteers are urgently needed to assist nursing home residents
in Northwest Oklahoma, according to Anna States, Ombudsman Supervisor for
NODA in Enid.
States indicated 60 percent of all the nursing home residents in the Ponca
City area never have a personal visitor. Many of the nursing homes in the
NODA-Area Agency on Aging area have no Ombudsman Volunteers at all.
For Ponca Citians who are not familiar with the Ombudsman program, States
explains the word Ombudsman simply means advocate. The Ombudsman program
is run by two state and 13 regional Ombudsmen in Oklahoma.
The Ombudsman program is federally funded in part, so all states are required
to have an Ombudsman program. The crux of the Oklahoma Ombudsman program
is its volunteers. The Ombudsman Volunteers are certified by the State of
Oklahoma and must successfully finish a 16-hour training course, and receive
their certification from the State of Oklahoma Ombudsman Program. They are
astute and are familiar with the Federal and State regulations for Nursing
Homes and Residential Care Homes in Oklahoma. The Ombudsman volunteers must
truly care for the well-being of the residents in the area Nursing Homes.
States said, "We find that one of the biggest concerns nursing home
residents have is loneliness. They lack a friendly person to listen to them
and let them know someone does care for them and their quality of life in
the nursing home. We have 22 volunteers in the NODA area and we have 37
nursing homes. That leaves a great need for Ombudsman volunteers in your
area."
The Ombudsman Volunteer is someone who cares for the frail elderly and wants
to see them have the quality of life they deserve. Volunteers disseminate
information to the residents and their families. They try to help the residents
stay active and work to keep residents involved in community activities.
Nursing home residents sometimes feel they have no one in whom they may
confide. They may be reluctant to tell their families or the staff when
they have a concern. The Ombudsman can give the resident a listening ear
and an assurance of confidentiality. Ombudsmen have also been known to give
a special hug when needed, States pointed out.
Just because a person walks through the glass doors of a nursing home does
not mean he loses any of his constitutional rights. He has the same rights
as any citizen of the United States of America.
Who can be an Ombudsman Volunteer? Any person 18 years or older who has
a true concern for the elderly. Ombudsmen are not in the facility to blame,
criticize, or chastise but to work cooperatively with staff and residents
to help the residents have the best quality of life possible. NODA-Area
Agency on Aging volunteers range in age from 25 to 86 years. They are men
and women, farmers, school teachers, nurses, housewives, ministers, professional
people, students and retired persons. The volunteer must commit at least
two to four hours a week visiting with the residents in the home he or she
selects.
Skills such as communication, information about federal and state regulations,
the aging process, and what kind of care to expect is just a sampling of
the topics included in the Ombudsman Volunteer Certification Workshop and
training.
States said, "Remember, anyone can be a volunteer. But, it takes a
special person to become an Ombudsman Volunteer. If you are genuinely interested
in the nursing home residents, you may want to attend the Ombudsman workshop
and training to be held Nov. 18 and 19 at the Senior Center, West Grand
in Ponca City. The training will be from 9 to 3:30 each day."
Everyone is welcome to the training which is offered at no charge and obligation.
More information about the workshop or about becoming a volunteer, may be
obtained by contacting Anna States, at NODA-Area Agency on Aging at (405)
237-2236 or 1-800-749-1149.
School Menus
Elementary Breakfast
Monday - Honey bun, graham crackers, assorted cold cereal, fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Scrambled eggs, blueberry muffins, honey buns, assorted cold cereal,
fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Graham crackers, honey buns, assorted cold cereal, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Egg and cheese biscuit, honey buns, assorted cold cereal, fruit,
milk.
Friday - Honey bun, graham crackers, assorted cold cereal, fruit, milk.
Elementary Lunch
Monday - Cheese pizza, spaghetti, glazed carrots, assorted cold sandwiches,
salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Tuesday - Chili, chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, assorted cold
sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Wednesday - Chicken and noodles, Philly steak sandwich, carrot and celery
sticks, assorted cold sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Thursday - Amigo burritos, lasagna, green beans, assorted cold sandwiches,
salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Friday - Chicken dinos, bread stix with marinara sauce, whipped potatoes
and gravy, assorted cold sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit, juice and milk.
Middle School and Mid High
Breakfast
Monday - Pancakes with sausage, assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and milk.
Tuesday - Cinnamon raisin biscuits, assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and
milk.
Wednesday- Biscuits and gravy, assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and milk.
Thursday - Sausage and egg biscuit, assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and
milk.
Friday - French toast, assorted cold cereal, fruit, juice and milk.
Middle School and Mid High
Lunch
Monday- Cheese pizza, spaghetti, glazed carrots, chef salads or cold sandwiches,
Domino's Pizza, Taco Bell burritos or Taco Mayo, assorted fruit, milk.
Tuesday - Chili, chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, chef salads
or cold sandwiches, Domino's pizza, Taco Bell burritos or Taco Mayo, assorted
fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Chicken and noodles, Philly steak sandwich, carrot and celery
sticks, chef salads or cold sandwiches, Domino's pizza, Taco Bell burritos
or Taco Mayo, assorted fruit, milk.
Thursday - Amigo burritos, lasagna, green beans, chef salads or cold sandwiches,
Domino's pizza, Taco Bell burritos or Taco Mayo, assorted fruit, milk.
Friday -Chicken dinos, bread stix with marinara sauce, whipped potatoes
and gravy, Domino's pizza or Taco Mayo, assorted fruit, milk.
High School Lunch
Available every day in the high school cafeteria, the Training Table Deli
offers pasta with sauce, assorted sandwiches, salads and fresh fruit; the
Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Pizza Inn, Taco Bell burritos, Taco Mayo,
Hardee's items, French fries, onion rings, cheeseburgers, enchiladas, hot
pockets, chicken wings, hot shots and more. A baked potato bar will be featured
on a regular basis at the Training Table.
All American
Monday - Meat nachos, refried beans, mexi rice, fresh fruit.
Tuesday - Chicken strips, whipped potatoes and gravy, green beans, fresh
fruit.
Wednesday - Pizza pocket, corn, baked potatoes, fresh fruit.
Thursday - Chili dog, french fries, fresh fruit.
Friday - Macaroni and cheese, green beans, fresh fruit.
Training Table
Monday - Teriyaki chicken, rice, veggies, fresh fruit.
Tuesday - Pasta bar, potato bar, fresh fruit.
Wednesday -Turkey and dressing, whipped potatoes and gravy, green beans,
fresh fruit.
Thursday - Pasta bar, potato bar, fresh fruit.
Friday - Chicken enchiladas, mexi beans, spanish rice, fresh fruit.
McCord Breakfast
Monday - Ham, egg and cheese bar, toast, juice and milk.
Tuesday - Scrambled eggs, toast, juice and milk.
Wednesday - Cereal, juice and milk.
Thursday - Rice, toast, juice and milk.
Friday - Doughnut, juice and milk.
McCord Lunch
Monday - Soft taco, refried beans, salad, pineapple and milk.
Tuesday - Baked ham, oven potatoes, green beans, pears, hot roll and milk.
Wednesday - Smokie Joe sausage, macaroni and cheese, hot roll, frozen peaches
and milk.
Thursday - Fish sandwich, hash browns, corn, applesauce and milk.
Friday - Ham and cheese sandwich, fries, mixed veggies, orange wedge and
milk.
Pioneer Technology Center
Tuesday - Beef enchilada, chef's grilled chicken, sweet and sour pork, assorted
salads, vegetables, breads and desserts.
Wednesday - Grilled steak, fried chicken, spaghetti with meatsauce, assorted
salads, vegetables, breads and desserts.
Thursday - Pepper steak, smoked chicken, chicken pasta, assorted salads,
vegetables, breads and desserts.
Pioneer Technology Center's cafeteria is now open to the public Tuesday
through Thursday from 11:15 a.m. to noon
Personalities is the new student-managed restaurant at Pioneer Technology
Center. It is by reservation only and open from 11:45-12:45 Tuesday through
Thursday. Call 762-8336, ext. 242 for reservations.
This week will be Cajun week. The menu will include grilled steak, sweet
hot pepper chicken and shrimp etouffee. Plus soup, salad, vegetable and
dessert.
City Calendar
Items for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311)
to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon.
Anytime
FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library
is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs).
November 10-24
Ponca City Art Association presents Connie Seabourn's Works, 2-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday,
Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue.
Sunday
Dept. 56, Start a Tradition, Open House, 1-5 p.m., Gift Shoppe and Emporium,
301 East Grand Avenue, proceeds to Ronald McDonald House.
Monday
Veterans Day free chili feed, all veterans, auxiliary and SAL members, 11
a.m.-1 p.m., American Legion.
Kay County Retired Educators Association, 11:30 a.m., Program, Joe Kreger,
Cowboy Poet, Westminster Village, 1601 Academy Road.
Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City
Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma
Avenue.
Tuesday
Ponca City Main Street Authority Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street
Office, 206 North Third Street.
"Winning at Parenting," 6:30-8 p.m., Medical Arts Building, 1215
East Hartford Avenue, Child Guidance Center.
McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Kountry Kitchen, east on U.S.
60.
Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, U.S. 60 and
Keeler Road.
Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise
School on Lake Road.
Wednesday
Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Ponca City Library Board Room.
Thursday
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Retail Committee, 8:30 a.m., Main
Street Office, 206 North Third Street.
Benefit Dinner for Reggie Sargent, 5-7 p.m., Moose Lodge, tickets available
from Oklahoma Natural Gas or First National Bank.
North Central Equine 4-H Club, 6 p.m. for the ride, 7 p.m. for the meeting,
Home of Sam Robbins and Ann Smith, information 765-7719.
Ponca City Utility Advisory Commission, 7 p.m., 1400 North Union Street.
Friday
Ponca City Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center.
Golden Villa's 6th Annual Benefit Dinner, 5-7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church,
ham/beans or hearty beef stew, cornbread, desserts and beverage, $5, children
under 10 eat free.
Friday-Saturday
Ponca Playhouse production "Greetings," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
Don White, 8 p.m.-midnight, Kathie's Lounge.
Saturday
Carolyn Hart, Oklahoma City author, autographing "Mint Julep Murder,"
1-3 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street.
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.
November 18
Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 8 a.m., City Manager's Office,
516 East Grand Avenue.
United Ostomy Association, Ponca City-Stillwater, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph
Regional Medical Center, Conference Room B, round table discussion.
November 19
Ponca City Main Street Authority Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street
Office, 206 North Third Street.
Marland Estate Conference, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center.
November 20
Annick Smith, author of "Big Bluestem: A Journey into the Tallgrass,"
autographing, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth
Street.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Design Committee, noon, Main Street
Office, 206 North Third Street.
Convention and Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Conference Room, Chamber of Commerce
Office.
November 21
Economic Development Foundation Inc., 7:30 a.m., Ponca City Area Chamber
of Commerce.
Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 6 p.m., Municipal Courtroom, Public
Safety Building, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue.
November 22-23
Ponca Playhouse production "Greetings," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
Joely Edwards, 8 p.m.-midnight, Kathie's Lounge.
November 24
Denny Hook, Ponca City author, autographing "Snapshots of the Deity:
Catching God in the Act," 2-4 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth.
November 25
Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City
Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma
Avenue.
High Plains Food Coop Ordering Meeting, 6 p.m., 700 West Liberty, for more
information call Jeanette 762-3648.
November 26
Ponca City Main Street Authority Promotion Committee, 7:45 a.m., Main Street
Office, 206 North Third Street.
Ponca City Main Street Authority Inc. Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Main Street
Office, 206 North Third Street.
November 28
Thanksgiving Day Pioneer Woman 10K (6.2 miles) running race, 9 a.m., $12
with T-shirt; 2K fun run free without T-shirt, turkeys awarded, start/finish
at Pioneer Woman Statue, enter before or at the race, Bob Kammiller, 765-7855.
November 29
Downtown Tree Lighting, 6 p.m., Centennial Plaza.
November 29-December 31
Festival of Angels. 6-10 p.m. nightly.
November 29-January 4
Hospice Tree of Life, Woodlands Christian Church, East Hartford Avenue and
North Fourth Street, and Ponca City Library, Fifth Street and East Grand
Avenue.
December 1
Downtown Open House, 1-4 p.m., all downtown Ponca City stores open.
First Baptist Church Silvertones (Senior Adult Choir), presents musical
"Night of Miracles," 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church.
Live Nativity, 6:30-8 p.m., Woodlands Christian Church, East Hartford Avenue
and North Fourteenth Street (weather permitting).
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 3
Christmas Concert by Ponca City Area Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Mel
Arner, 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre.
December 3-19
(Tuesday, Thursday noon-1 p.m.)
Angels on Assignment, brown bag, video and discussion, First Christian Church,
Fifth Street and Cleveland Avenue.
December 4-7
Ponca City Art Association presents Organizations Decorate Christmas Trees,
1-5 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday, Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue.
December 6
Lighted Christmas Parade, 6 p.m., Downtown Ponca City.
Ballet Oklahoma's "The Nutcracker," 8 p.m., Poncan Theatre, tickets
required, sponsored by Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council.
December 7
Annual VFW Auxiliary, Post 1201, Arts and Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Post
Home on East Prospect, Ponca City, free admission, for information, 765-8924.
Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Hutchins Memorial.
Christmas Gala, 8 p.m., Marland Mansion.
December 8
Ponca City Art Association presents Christmas Tree Collage and Rhonda Waters
Christmas Dolls, 1-5 p.m., Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central.
Panhellenic Christmas Homes Tour, 2-5 p.m., tickets available at homes,
$5.
First Baptist Church presents evening of music, elementary choirs, "Prime
Time Christmas," by the fourth through sixth grade choir, 6:30 p.m.,
First Baptist Church.
December 8-29
Christmas Tree Collage Exhibit and Christmas Dolls, Ponca City Art Center,
819 East Central, free admission.
December 11-31
Christmas Tree Collage, and Christmas Dolls by Rhonda Waters, Wed.-Sun.,
1-5 p.m., Ponca City Art Center.
December 13
Historic Homes Holiday Tour, 5-9 p.m., Tickets available at homes, $5.
December 14-15
Ponca Playhouse Christmas Theatre, By and For Children, 7:30 p.m. Saturday,
2 p.m. Sunday, Poncan Theatre.
December 15
First Baptist Church Adult Choir and Orchestra, presents "The Music
of Christmas," a new musical and multi-media presentation, 6:30 p.m.,
First Baptist Church.
December 19
Downtown Merchants Christmas Cash Giveaway, 7 p.m., Centennial Plaza.
December 20
"Santa Got Lost in Texas," Ponca Pizazz Musical Theatre, 7 p.m.,
Hutchins Auditorium, Fifth Street and Overbrook Avenue.
December 21
"Ponca City Hometown Christmas," Talent Revue, 7:30 p.m., Poncan
Theatre.
December 23
High Plains Food Coop Ordering Meeting, 6 p.m., 700 West Liberty, for more
information call Jeanette 762-3648.
December 25
Christmas
January 1
New Year's Day
January 7
Ponca City Art Association, Registration for Membership Show, Ponca City
Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue.
January 12-26
Ponca City Art Association Membership Show, 1-5 p.m., Wednesday-Sunday,
Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central Avenue.
January 19
Community Concert "Black Mountain Mail Choir of Wales," 2:30 p.m.,
Hutchins Memorial, Fifth Street at Overbrook Avenue.
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.
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.
DEATHS
Elsie Stearns McClung
BLACKWELL - Elsie Stearns McClung, former Kay County area resident, died
Saturday morning, Nov. 2, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital, Tustin, Orange County,
Calif. She was 92.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel at Blackwell First Christian
Church, 306 East Coolidge, at 2 p.m., on Nov. 15. Burial is to be in the
Blackwell IOOF Cemetery under the direction of Saddleback Funeral Home of
Tustin, Calif.
Elsie Stearns (Knapp) McClung was born Nov. 7, 1903, southeast of Blackwell,
to Willie and Jessie Knapp. She attended Round Grove school, one-mile south
of Autwine, Okla., and graduated from Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa.
She was married to Forrest "Pete" McClung on Dec. 13, 1920, in
Newkirk and the couple made their first home in Tonkawa at 314 South Fifth
Street. They moved to Blackwell in 1974. Mrs. McClung was a member of the
Daughters of the American Revolution and the First Christian Church of Blackwell.
Mrs. McClung was a homemaker and enjoyed reading, sewing, crocheting, embroidering
and doing needlepoint. No less than 70 hand-quilted quilts of all varieties
are enjoyed today by her family. Her needlepoint pictures are hung in the
homes of each of her children.
Survivors include two sons, Forrest E. McClung of Pryor and Charles E. McClung
of New Port Richey, Fla.; one daughter, Celesta Hope Davis of Tustin, Calif.;
two brothers Elliott "Bud" Knapp of Albuquerque, N.M., and Lyman
Knapp of rural Blackwell; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; five
great-great-grandchildren; and four nieces. She was preceded in death by
her husband, parents; one sister, Eleanor Reser; and one grandson.
Glen L. Anderson
Glen L. Anderson, Ponca City resident, died early Friday morning, Nov. 8,
1996, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 78.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Ponca City Second Baptist Church
with the Rev. Paul Graham, pastor, officiating. He will be assisted by the
Rev. Bill Evans of Oklahoma City. Burial will follow in the Longwood Cemetery
under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral
home until noon Monday.
Glen L. Anderson was born July 5, 1918, in the Bressie Community, south
of Ponca City, the son of Roy Thomas and Stella May (Easley) Anderson. He
attended the Tearney School at Bressie and later served the U.S. Army Air
Corps during World War II.
On Dec. 12, 1945, he was married to Joanne Huff in Winfield, Kan., and the
couple made their home in Ponca City. Anderson was a farmer and was also
employed as an elevator operator at the Ranch Drive Co-op and as a machinist
with Smith International. He and his wife were members of the Second Baptist
Church. He enjoyed gardening.
Survivors include his wife, Joanne Anderson, of the home; one daughter,
Glenda Hall of Ponca City; three sons, Tim, Tom, and Jack, all of Ponca
City; three sisters, Ruby Baker and Shirley Countryman, both of Ponca City,
and Helen Morris of Bakersfield, Calif.; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren;
and three step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Dennis
Anderson; his parents; and three brothers, Carl, James and Lawrence.
Casket bearers will be nephews, Steve Countryman, Ricky Anderson, Willard
Anderson, Robin Anderson, Richard Anderson, and Bob Mowder. Honorary casket
bearers will be grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North
Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601.
The family will be at 811 South 10th Street.
Pierson McKinnley Tyler
Pierson McKinnley "Boug" Tyler, longtime Ponca City resident,
died Thursday afternoon, Nov. 7, 1996. He was 85.
The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, in the St. John Baptist
Church with the Rev. Robert C. Palmer, pastor, officiating. Burial will
be in the Ponca City IOOF Cemetery under the direction of Trout Funeral
Home. A dinner will be served at the church immediately following the committal
service. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Pierson McKinnley "Boug" Tyler was born March 11, 1911, in Clarkville,
Texas, to Wes and Eddye Ann (Frazier) Tyler. He grew up and attended schools
in Ponca City. At an early age, Tyler was employed at T.J. Cuzalina Drug
Store.
He was married to Cornell Mast in 1932, in Ponca City. Tyler was employed
for several years in the steel mills in Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas. Following
his retirement he moved back to Ponca City and was employed as a bell hop
at the Jens Marie Hotel and later as a porter at Barney's Barber Shop until
1992. He had been a resident at Broadway Plaza apartments until ill health
required him to move to the home of his daughter. Tyler was a member of
St. John Baptist Church and he attended Wheat Heart Nutrition Center.
Survivors include one daughter, Gaylia Cairo of Ponca City; one son, Pierson
L. Tyler of Ponca City; one granddaughter; four great-grandchildren; and
four great-great-granddaughters; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.
The family will be at 916 South 11th Street.
Danny Lee Koch
FAIRFAX - Danny Lee Koch, former educator and coach, died Thursday night,
Nov. 7, 1996, at the Fairfax Memorial Hospital. He was 59.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, at the Grace Baptist Church in
Shidler with the Rev. Carl Neal officiating. Burial will be in the Grandview
Cemetery, Kaw City, under the direction of Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home
of Fairfax. Friends may visit at the funeral home until 9 a.m. Monday.
Danny Lee Koch was born Dec. 18, 1936, in Rosston, the son of William T.
and Alpha J. (Smith) Koch. He graduated from Rosston High School and earned
his master's degree from Northwestern State University, Alva.
He was married to Lahoma M. Eeds in Rosston in 1959. Koch taught math and
coached basketball at Aline from 1960-61, at Waukomis from 1962-71; at Pawnee
for 10 years; at Cordell for two years; and at Newkirk for seven years.
He also served as principal of the Waukomis High School and the Pawnee Junior
High School. Koch was a past member of the Waukomis Lions Club.
Survivors include his wife, Lahoma M. Koch of Fairfax; one son, Ty Daniel
Koch of Fairfax; one daughter, Tracy Lea Starnes of Waialua, Hawaii; one
brother, Bill Koch of Jay; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Casket bearers will be Mike Koch, Pat Koch, Jay Cox, Kip Smith, Joe Neal
Hampton and Art Mulder.
The family will be at the Koch home in Fairfax.
Obituaries
Dianne Margaret Becraft
Dianne Margaret (Friedt) Becraft, longtime Ponca City resident, died Friday
evening, Nov. 8, 1996, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She was 57.
A remembrance gathering will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under
the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel. No visitation is scheduled at the
funeral home.
Dianne was born in Billings, Mont., on Dec. 23, 1938, the daughter of Sebastian
Martin and Frances (Smith) Friedt. She grew up in Billings and graduated
from Billings Senior High School in 1957.
On June 15, 1958, she was married to Lloyd G. Becraft in Billings and they
lived in Bozeman, Mont., for 3 1/2 years while Lloyd attended graduate school
at Montana State College. Dianne and her husband moved to Ponca City in
1962, where she immediately became involved in volunteer community activities.
She was an active member of the Ponca City Jaycee Jaynes serving as president
in 1966-67. The Jaynes presented her with a life membership in 1972, when
her husband aged out of the Jaycees. She was also active in the Oklahoma
State Jaycee Auxiliary, serving as State Mental Health Chairman and State
Historian. Other volunteer organizations in which she was active included
the Opportunity Center, Child Development Center, United Way, and Girl Scouts
of America. Many people will remember her as a precinct election judge when
Woodlands Elementary School was a voting site.
In recent years, she was an active volunteer for the Ponca City Humane Society
and was named one of its outstanding volunteers in 1994. For a number of
years, she cared for babies and young children in her home and was known
affectionately as "Aunt Dianne" to many Ponca City children and
their parents. She was a kind and generous person and loved doing things
for others. She was an avid reader and enjoyed listening to classical music.
Survivors include her husband, Lloyd, of Ponca City; one daughter, Wanda
(Becraft) Neufer and her husband Greg, of San Mateo, Calif.; one son, Warren
Russell Becraft of Singapore; one grandson, Tyler Alexander Neufer of San
Mateo, Calif.; her mother, Frances Friedt of Billings, Mont.; and two sisters,
Laverne McComas of Billings Mont., and Catherine Helzer of Kalispell, Mont.
Memorial contributions may be made in Dianne Becraft's name to the Ponca
City Humane Society, P.O. Box 2311, Ponca City, OK 74602.
paid obituary
Services Pending
James E. Jenkins
NEWKIRK - James Elmer Jenkins, Newkirk resident, died Saturday morning,
Nov. 9, 1996, in Arkansas City (Kan.) Memorial Hospital. He was 88.
Funeral arrangements are pending with Miller-Stahl Funeral Service in Newkirk.
NEWS BRIEFS
Windows Broken - Ponca City police received a 911 call at 7:03 a.m.
Friday reporting windows broken out of a business. An officer was assigned
and a report was taken.
Downed Deer - Police were notified at 7:47 a.m. Friday that a motorist had
run into a deer on East Hubbard Road. The caller was advised to contact
the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Animal patrol was dispatched to pick up the
deer.
Missing Truck - A caller to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:54 a.m.
Friday reported that a 1996 GMC Sierra extended cab pickup had been stolen
from a business in the 2500 block of North Fourteenth. The vehicle is a
maroon over silver over maroon, 4x4 with short bed. Keys were not in the
truck when it was taken. All units and surrounding agencies were advised.
School Damaged - Ponca City police received a report at 9:58 a.m. Friday
concerning vandalism at the Middle School. An officer was assigned.
Graffiti Report - An employee of a business in the 500 block of West Grand
reported to Ponca City police at 10:30 a.m. Friday that someone had painted
graffiti on the garage. An officer was assigned.
Vehicle Burglary - Police received a report at 10:42 a.m. Friday concerning
burglary of a vehicle in the 3500 block of North Union. An officer was assigned.
Running Water - A 911 call was received by Ponca City Emergency Services
at 10:50 a.m. Friday from a resident at Camp McFadden who advised that hot
water was running from a washer and the caller was unable to shut it off.
Caller was advised to call a plumber or find the water main.
Missing Bull - A bull was reported on the roadway at Hartford and Kygar
at 11:08 a.m. Friday. Animal Control was notified but was notified but was
unable to locate the stray animal.
Music Missing - Ponca City police were notified at 1:29 p.m. Friday that
a guitar was stolen from a residence. An officer was assigned.
Stolen Tag - An employee of a business in the 2200 block of West South Avenue
told Ponca City police at 1:55 p.m. Friday that a vehicle tag had been stolen.
An officer was assigned.
Gun Pulled - A subject reported to police at 3:50 p.m. Friday that someone
had pulled a gun on him. An officer was assigned an a shell casing was recovered.
Accident Reported - Police received a report at 4:07 p.m. Friday concerning
a three-vehicle accident at Fourteenth and Grand. There were no injuries.
Officers took a report on a two-vehicle accident.
Vehicles Collide - Police took a report of a two-vehicle, non-injury accident
in the 1700 block of Lake Road at 4:26 p.m. Friday.
Gas Drive-off - Police took a report at 5:21 p.m. Friday from a business
in the 1900 block of North Fourteen concerning a maroon Datsun 280ZX that
drove off after the driver pumped $20 worth of gas. No payment was made.
A report was taken.
Dog Hit - A report was received by Ponca City police at 5:41 p.m. Friday
concerning a dog that was hit by a car in the 800 block of West Highland.
A note was left for animal control to pick the dog up Monday.
Loud Noises - A resident in the 2400 block of Oriole reported at 9:27 p.m.
Friday that she heard gunshots. Another party called, reporting that the
noises were from the compressor at ONG. Officers were assigned.
Auto Burglary - A report was taken at 9:57 Friday from a caller in the 1900
block of North Union who reported that his vehicle had been burglarized.
A report was taken.
Bike Abandoned - A report was received at 12:27 a.m. Saturday about an abandoned
bike at Albany and Union. Animal control will be notified.
Possible Fire - A 911 call was received Emergency Services at 1:51 a.m.
Saturday reporting a loud noise and smoke detector going off. Officers were
assigned, smoke was showing and the fire department responded.
Burglar Arrested - Police responded to a phone-in alarm from a business
in the 1100 block of East South Avenue at 2:12 a.m. Saturday and discovered
a broken window. A 21-year-old man was arrested for burglary.
Cakes Stolen - An employee from a business at Waverly and South Avenue reported
to police at 3:21 a.m. Saturday that someone had stolen some snack cakes.
An officer was assigned.
Support Group to Meet - The Interstitial Cystitis Support Group will meet
Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center Conference Room
A. All persons interested in this bladder pain support group are welcome
to attend the meetings which are held every other month. Further information
may be obtained by phoning Joan Dick at 762-2514.
Ostomy Meeting - The United Ostomy Association of Stillwater-Ponca City
will meet for a round-table discussion at St. Joseph Medical Center, Conference
Room B at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Families and patients with Ostomies and other
alternative surgeries, living in North-Central Oklahoma, are welcome to
attend. From more information call (405) 767-5792 (or visit the web page
at http://www.pcok.com/~bobbau/uoa/).
FAMILY LIVING
Garden Council Hears Tips On Shrub Selection, Care
Jeff Clark, guest speaker, gave 13 members the information on the selection,
installation and care of shrubs when the The November meeting of the Ponca
City Council of Garden Clubs was held in the L.A. Cann home with an attendance
of thirteen members.Clark represented Signature Landscapes.
. Clark related that four considerations are important when choosing which
shrub to plant. The climate of the location is important as one must know
the cold/heat tolerance of the shrub as well as the moisture available at
the site and the amount of sun or shade the plant will receive. Secondly,
he encouraged the consideration of the function of the shrub. A homeowner
might desire the screening of his property, the beauty of a flowering shrub
or a particular type of foliage for texture or color. A third issue to consider
is the space restriction of the planting site and finally how much time
one is willing to spend on plant maintenance.
Planting and care tips given were to use the rule, "plant 1/2 inch
high over 1/2 inch low", being able to see the soil of the container
assures the planter that the plant will be elevated enough for Oklahoma's
rainy seasons. In addition Clark suggested using a soil amendment, watering
faithfully especially through dry periods, fertilizing and pruning to keep
the plant suitable for its location.
Members were advised that Ponca City was recognized in the OKLAHOMA GARDENER
as receiving a second "Petals Grand" for community beautification,
as awarding three scholarships and as hosting the Third Annual Herb Festival.
This publication is mailed throughout the state and makes its readership
aware of the efforts of garden clubs in Oklahoma.
It was also announced that Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club has selected
the Youth Services site as the area to be beautified using money from the
Herb Festival. Shrubs and grasses have been planted along the fence and
further plantings of perennials are planned.
Clubs were requested to complete tray favors for use by Meals on Wheels
dunng the holiday season and bring them to the December meeting.
President Barker announced that the Cann Gardens had a prestigious visitor
in October. Joe Rada, Assistant Travel Editor of Southern Living, toured
the gardens during his visit to Ponca City. Look for a feature on Ponca
City in the months to come.
The Council voted to have an Appreciation Day for Jim Eck and Brenda De
Buhr to be held Dec. 8, 1996 at the Cann Home. The open house will be held
from 2-4 p.m. with the home decorated in the theme, Christmas in the Garden.
Townspeople are urged to drop by to let these two people know how much the
beauty of the Cann Garden is appreciated. Jim is responsible for the supervision
of the grounds and Brenda maintains the grounds on a day to day basis. Mrs.
Barker stated "We are very fortunate to have the talents of these two
people in our city and everyone is encouraged to attend and tell them how
much we thank them."
The next meeting will be a tea held Dec. 4 at the Cann Garden Center. Anyone
interested in gardening may attend, or call Rebecca Barker at 765-1689 for
further information.
Young-Garrison Ceremony Event in Fort Worth Church
The bride's father, Dr. Robert M. Young, and the Rev. Jon Sherman of Fort
Worth conducted the exchange of vows uniting Laura Elizabeth Young and James
Craig Garrison, both of Fort Worth, Oct. 19 at the Churchill Way Presbyterian
Church of Dallas.
The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Young of Richardson, Texas. The
bridegroom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. John L. Garrison of Guymon.
Matron of honor was Traci Carroll. Bridesmaids were Rachel Young, cousin
of the bride, Stacy Berghoff, Angie Griffith, Minda McCoy and Susan Valenca.
Krysta Garrison, sister of the bridegroom, was flower girl.
Garrett Garrison served his brother as best man. Standing as groomsmen were
Matt Keenan, Tyler Kemp, Trey Morrison, Mike Noack, and Jeff Sherman. Guests
were seated by Matt Keenan, Tyler Kemp, Gregor Esch, Joel Shaffer, and David
Young, brother of the bride.
Paige Sherman and Melinda Noack presided at the guest book.
Following a wedding trip to Maui, Hawaii, the couple are at home at Fort
Worth where the bride is a second grade teacher and the bridegroom is a
physical therapist for Health South.
Special guests were Erna Weinrich and Rhoda Young , both of Ponca City and
grandmothers of the bride; the Rev. and Mrs. Bill Weinrich of Fort Wayne,
Ind.; and Dr. and Mrs. Bill Young of Columbia, Mo.
Happenings
SUNDAY
Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Work of Connie Seabourn. Open Wednesday
through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Marland Mansion and Estate, 901 Monument Rd., open daily May-September,
10 to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Daily guided tours, 1:30 weekdays. Petroleum
Museum and Marland Memorabilia Museum, 1 to 4 p.m. daily. For mansion guided
tours, 767-0420.
Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 1000 East Grand. Includes Bryant
Baker Studio, 101 Ranch and DAR Rooms. Open 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
weekdays, closed Tuesday.
Singles Network discussion group, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church.
All single adults welcome.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Sunday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement
(use south entrance by parking lot).
MONDAY
Road to Hope Al-Anon, 11:30 a.m. Monday. Call Linda at 765-7045, home,
767-5328, work; or Carol at 765-2390, home, 767-6192, work, for location.
Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel.
Alcoholics Anonymous, noon Monday, for those with desire to stop drinking.
information, call Sue 765-256.
Red Rose Garden Club, 1 p.m. Monday, in the home of Mrs. E.L. Manering,
11 Sherman Lane. Co-hostesses: Mrs. Bob Gibson and Mary Houston Looney.
Program: "Trim Your Tree NaturallY by Linda Sparks.
TOPS OK 308, 6:15 p.m. Monday weigh-in. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. For
more information, call Delpha Clemens, 762-2844 or Betty Flower, 765-5448.
Freedom Group of AA open meeting 12 and 12 study, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Woodlands
Christian Church, Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building.
Call 762-3345 for more information.
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 7 p.m. Monday, Williamsburg Parlor, First Baptist
Church. For information call Laura, 762-3759, or Vivian, 765-8871.
Senior Citizens' Dance every Monday, 7 to 10 p.m. at the new Community
Building in Kaw City. Everyone welcome.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony house, 212
South Third.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony
House basement, 212 South Third. Use south entrance by parking lot.
TUESDAY
Preschool Storytime for 4, 5, and 6 year olds, Ponca City Library, 10 and
11:30 a.m.
Kiwanis Club, 11 noon Tuesday, American Legion.
Parent Support Group, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northern Oklahoma Youth
Services Center. Focus on parental concerns and frustrations, as well as
ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child.
Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive
parenting styles.
Domestic Violence Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Programs for women
children of family violence. Baby sitter provided. For info, call 76A-BUSE.
Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul's United Methodist
Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m.
Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Room 110, Wilkin
Hall, Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All welcome. For information,
call 765-1172 or 363-0469.
Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Woodlands Christian Church. For information,
call 762-2965.
New Hope AA at 8 p.m. Tuesday, at DAV, 401 South Lincoln.
New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony House
(upstairs library).
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Harmony
House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by parking lot).
WEDNESDAY
Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club, Cann Garden Center. Hostess: Joni
Dyer. Rebecca Barker will present the program "Making Herbal Soap."
For information call 767-1344 or 765-6662.
Storytime for 2 & 3 year-olds, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand,
10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Short stories, songs, use of flannel board. Lasts
about 15 minutes. For information, contact the library, 767-0345.
Deadline for Sunday's Family Living photos, noon Wednesday.
Al-Anon meeting, 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212
South Third.
New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, DAV, 401 South
Lincoln.
THURSDAY
Story Hour for school-aged children at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca
City Library.
Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday's edition of Family Living,
noon Thursday. For Happenings, include name of club, day of week, time,
place and hostess.
Parent Support Group, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, at Northern Oklahoma Youth
Services Center. Focus on parental concerns, frustrations as well as ways
to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support,
education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting
styles.
Jaycees, 7 p.m. first and third Thursday, Chamber of Commerce meeting room.
Interested persons welcome to attend any meeting.
Model Railroad Club, 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Stevens Building 113 North Third.
For info, call 765-6486 or 765-7996.
Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Thursday. For location,
call 765-3178 or 762-5529.
New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House
(upstairs library.).
Freedom Group of AA; open meeting at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian
Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building.
Call 762-3345 for more info.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday,
Harmony House basement, (use south entrance by parking lot).
FRIDAY
Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Crown and Rose English Pub.
Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Harmony
House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance by Smoke Free building.
For more information call 762-3345 or 765-9459.
New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, at DAV, 401 South
Lincoln.
SATURDAY
Overeaters Anonymous, 10 a.m. Saturday, Woodland Christian Church. For
information, call 762-2965.
New Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House
(upstairs library). Smoke-free.
Tulsan To Give Program For Local DAR Meeting
Reenactment of the times and travels of Victoria Louise Carter Skipworth
by Mrs. John F. Hughes, Tulsa Chapter DAR member, will be the program at
the regular meeting ol the Ponca City Chapter National Society of the Daughters
of the American Revolution at I p. m. Friday at the Cultural Center.
Mrs. Hughes, who is regent of the Tulsa chapter, has presented Victoria
Skipworth and her traveling trunk to many groups, schools and organizations
over the last six years in Oklahoma. The character of Victoria is a compilation
of historical facts and traditions from the Skipworth and Rutlege families,
early colonists in Virginia. The speaker will be attired in colonial dress.
She is an re-enactor with the Trans-Mississippi Rifles Civil War Organization;
State Historian, Daughters of the American Colonists and a member of the
Daughters of the Confederacy. She is also serving as Oklahoma State Public
Relations Chairman, NSDAR.
Mrs. Hughes is married with three children and two grandchildren. She holds
a degree in economics with minors in history and math from San Diego Slate
University. She has done graduate work in economics at University of Houston,
further graduate work in library science at the University of Oklahoma.
She is presently young adult librarian at Bixby Library, Bixby.
Chairman of the hostess committee is Mrs. Kenneth Holmes. Those assisting
her are Mesdames: Vernon Andress, Raymond W. Denton, Wallace H. Edwards,
J. C. Hampton, H.E. Prokesh James I. Crossland, Lewis Dodson Jr., Ira Hall,
C.D. Northcutt, Lester Renschler, Norman Brown and Miss Helen Spore.
'Cozy Cabin Designs' Topic Given Area Quilters
Vickie Manek, who originated and owns "Cozy Cabin Designs," was
guest speaker when the Pioneer Area Quilter's Guild met Nov. 4 at the Community
Christian Church, 2109 West Grand.
Coleen Miller welcomed 69 members and four guests. Hostesses were Velva
Hoyt, Lavon Shepler, Zoe Purge, .and Oletta Demaree.
The Stitch and Assist portion was followed by registration. Jerry Moore,
president, started the business meeting with a Thanksgiving prayer. Shirley
Hallmark, secretary, read the October minutes. Eleanor Ciskowski, treasurer,
presented the financial report and reported there were 123 dues-paying members
to date. Cindy Wilson, vice president, reported the Keepsake Quilting Collection
would be here in January and suggested members wanting to touch the quilts
should wear white gloves. She also announced there would a quilt show at
the First Christian Church in Fairfax.
Members wearing their name quilts were eligible for door prizes. Winners
were Nan Huddleston, Phyllis Clark, Elaine Hughes, JoAnn Estphalen, Joyce
Clegg, Toni Hereford, Mary Alice Sinton, Pearl Blando, Maxine Griggs, Laurzell
Holmes, Joyce Eagan, Dot Cowan, and Jan Browning.
Committee reports were given: Terry Moore reported for Vickie Hart, donation
chairman, that the donation quilt "Hearts At Sea" will be completed
and basted by the first of next year. Toni Hereford, fund raising chairman,
reported that angels had been turned in for resale at Angel Central. Contact
Toni to donate handmade angels to benefit the guild and community.
Elaine Hughes, Librarian, showed items available in the library. She showed
magazines and books with ideas for handmade, quilted Christmas ornaments,
and wall hangings. She also showed the book "Patchwork Pantry"
that was donated by Patchwork Place this past month.
Teresa Simic reported for Cheryl Pritchett, pattern chairman, and showed
the Christmas Block of the Month. She also held the drawing for the Heart
Blossom block party (26 blocks had been turned in). Cheryl Pritchett was
the lucky winner of all 26 blocks.
Jean Buskirk, Christmas Tree Chairman, reported that ornaments were needed
to decorate the tree at the Art Center and encouraged members to make their
best ornaments for display. For each ornament, the maker's name will be
entered into a drawing at the Christmas luncheon.a do not There will be
multiple winners, but a dono can only win once. (Winners will get their
ornaments in January.) Ms. Vickie Manek announced that the Mystery Workshop
will be.wednesday starting at 9:30 a.m. The next work]shop will be held
following the February Meeting from 3-8 p.m. The workshop will be "Berry
Baskets" by Jodi Barrows from her book "Square in a Square".
(Cost will be $18.) Sign up with Vickie for this workshop
Show and Share participants were Gloria Tucker, Dorothy Bobbitt, Jean Buskirk,
Betty Schwanke Joyce Clegg, Christine Schiltz, Sandy Hudack, Karen Bogodi,
Diane Bradbury, Dava Carrell, and Jan Browing. Mary Katherine Detten was
surprised by her mother, Christine Schiltz, when she found out that the
Irish Chain quilt her mother had made and was showing was actually her
birthday present. Her daughter, Carol Goodwin, had machine quilted it for
her grandmother.
Cindy Wilson introduced the speaker, Vickie Manek, who originated and owns
"Cozy Cain Designs", and who currently is a PAQG member. Vickie
shared her personal story of her life's journey from "Dark to Light".
She showed a quilt that she had made representing this personal journey.
Vickie showed slides of her "Cozy Cabin Designs" marketing trip
to several shops in Alaska and Colorado. She had a trunk show of her original
"Cozy Cabin Designs" including "Santa's Sewing Room",
"Beary, Beary" quilt, two "Bearendipit:y" quilts, the
"Visitor" quilt, which was a cute bear peering our of a tent in
a wilderness setting, "Sunbonnet Sue at a Quilt Show", "Happy
Fall" and more. Vickie also shared some of her new ideas for designs
with the guild members.
The next meeting will be Dec. 2 at the same location. The program will
be the Christmas meeting with the annual potluck salad luncheon. (If a member's
dish needs to be heated, please do so at home. There will not be ovens available
for heating dishes.) Bring your Winter Wonderland Challenge in a paper
bag (no name). Then the guild will vote and name the favorite. All fund-raising
funds need to be turned in to Toni Hereford for the "Candied Star"
quilt prior to the meeting. A special miniature quilt made by Toni will
be awarded to a guild member. Also, bring handmade ornaments to decorate
the Art Center Tree and a fat quarter (Christmas fabric) to exchange.
Contact Jerry Moore, PAQG President (765-4185' or Cindy Wilson, PAQG VP
(765-6911) for Guild information.
Pair To Wed in Las Vegas
The engagement and approaching marriage of Faith Ann Vinson and Charles
Howard Kelly Jr. is being announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest
L. Edwards of Ponca City. The future bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs.
Charles H . Kelly Sr. of Ponca City.
The couple will exchange vows Nov. 29 at the Silver Bell Wedding Chapel
in Las Vegas.
The bride-elect, who attended Ponca City High School, is employed at Thornapple
Valley. The future bridegroom, who is employed at Smith International Tool
Co., attended Glendora (Calif.) HIgh School.
Newman-Grace Ceremony Read at Cultural Center
The parlor of the Ponca City Cultural Center was the setting for the wedding
of Bess Newman and Leon Grace on Oct. 26. The vows were exchanged before
the fireplace which was decorated with hurricane candles, white flower rings
and white crystaline ribbon.
Piano music, a medley of love songs, was presented by Delores Hammers. She
also played the wedding march.
The bride wore an ivory two-piece lace dress, which was covered in pearls
and iridescents.
The long, fitted sleeves were adorned with a pearl scallop at the wrist;
the scallops also were featured at the dropped waist top and the hemline.
She carried an arrangement of whit4e daisies and white roses.
The bride was attended by her daughters, Pamela Newman of Ponca City and
Bethany Newman of Stillwater. They wore navy sheaths dresses with navy
shoes. They carried clutch bouquets of white daisies with peach satin
streamers.
James Grace of Tulsa served his brother as best man.
The reception and dance was held at the American Legion main hall. The hall
was decorated in peach and navy the bride's colors. Large navy bells hung
from the ceiling, navy bell confetti decorated the tables as well as large
balloon bouquets.
The guest book was kept buy the bridegroom's daughters, LEawna Fitzgerald
of Enid and Nancy Hunt of POnca City. The bride's nieces, Sharon McKim and
Judy White of POnca City and Tammie Smith of Oklahoma Cioty served the cake
and punch..
The dance music for the evening was presented by Sonny D of Bartlesville.
He played the couple's special song "Your Love Amazes Me" for
their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. Grace.
Special guests were Vallie Mason of Henryetta, mother of the bridegroom;
Guy and Mary Goldsmith, brother-in-law and sister of the bride. Surprise
guests were Mark and Darcy Kidwell of Houston.
Other out-of-town guests were Mr. and Mrs. James Grace, Mr. and Mrs. David
Grace, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Mussa, all of Tulsa; Mr. and Mrs. David Dykes and
Debbie Miracle of Schulter; Mark Hall of Stillwater; Doug Ware of Missouri;
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Fitzgerald and Joey, and Mary Gottsch , all of Enid.
Mr. and Mrs. Grace are at home at 1508 DeSoto.
Couple Will Wed Nov. 16
The approaching marriage of Chandra Marie Ramirez and Warren Jay Johnson
is being announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Spangler and Jesse Ramirez,
both of Newkirk. The couple will exchange vows Saturday at the Grand Avenue
Church of Christ.
The bride-elect is a 1994 graduate of Newkirk High School and graduated
from the International Aviation and Travel Academy in Arlington, Texas,
in 1996. She is employed at the Marland Estate Hotel and Conference Center
and also at El Chico.
The prospective bridegroom, a 1992 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School
in Tumon, Guam, also is employed at El Chico.
Reception To Honor Couple
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Ealick, 823 West Hazel, will celebrate their fiftieth
wedding anniversary at a reception from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, at
the Ponca City Cultural Center.
Hosts will be their children, Marilyn Wise, Steve Ealick and Beverly McCormick.
Mr. Ealick and the former Velma Musgrave were married Nov. 10, 1946 at the
Evangelical United Brethren Church in Ponca City. Mr. Ealick was employed
at Cities Service Oil and Sequoyah Oil companies. He retired from Conoco
in 1975.
Mr. and Mrs. Ealick are members of Albright United Methodist Church.
They have two grandchildren.
Couple Celebrates 50 Years
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Stevens will soon be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
Gene Stevens and the former Glenny Justice were married Nov. 23, 1946 in
Winfield, Kan. They have made Kaw City their home except for six years they
lived in Ponca City.
Gene served 28 months in the Navy in the South Pacific.
Both Gene and Glenny attended Kaw City schools. After graduation, Glenny
worked at Conoco and later at the Kaw City Post Office and Ponca City Post
Office. She retired because of illness after 24 years.
Gene barbered many years and worked as timekeeper at the P.C. County Warehouse
many years. He also was employed in road construction.
The couple has three children: David Stevens of Ponca City; John Stevens
and Diana Wise of Kaw City. They also have seven grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren.
They will celebrate their anniversary with a family gathering at the home
of David and Diana Wise in Kaw City from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23.
The couple requests no gifts.
Local Exercise Instructor Earns National Certification
Susan Henning, water fitness instructor at the Ponca City YMCA, recently
received her national water fitness certification from the United States
Water Fitness Association (USWFA) after attending a national testing day
at the Oklahoma City Community College Aquatic Center. Instructors from
across the United States as well as Canada and Brazil attended. Participants
received certification after passing written and practical water teaching
exams. The USWFA has certified over 3,000 instructors since its inception
in 1985.
The course stressed health and safety aspects for students as well as instructors,
effective teaching techniques to achieve muscular strength, endurance, and
cardiovascular training through use of target heart rates, exercise science
principles to prevent injuries to muscles and joints, nutrition, choreography,
and pool chemistry. Tips were given on professionalism, communication, and
marketing in the water fitness industry.
. Ms. Henning is also a certified YMCA water exercise instructor and lifeguard
She holds current certification to teach arthritis exercise through the
Arthritis Foundation and YMCA. She presently teaches Aqua Jog M-T-Th 8:15
a.m., Women's Water Exercise M-W-F 10 a.m., AFYAP Arthritis Exercise M-W-F
l1 a.m., and Step and Crunch T-Th at 9:15 a.m. For more information about
water exercise classes at the Community Pool call 765-5417.
Couple Celebrate 50th Anniversary
Former residents Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Adkins, 20 Foster Drive, Norman,
will observe their 50th anniversary Nov. 17. They will celebrate the event
at a reunion of family and friends from 2 to 4 p.m.. Saturday, Nov. 16,
at Grand Central Station.
Hosts will be the couple's children, Mr. and Mrs. R.L. (Margaret) Herren,
Dr. and Mrs. David (Marcie) Adkins, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe (Polly) Burke.
Mr. Adkins and the former Mary Jane Forter were married Nov. 17, 1946 At
the First Christian Church in Ponca City. They made their first home in
Ponca City. After retiring they traveled as full-time RVers for seven years.
Mr. Adkins was employed 40 years by Conoco, retiring in 1984. He is a member
of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Moose lodge and American Legion.
Mrs. Adkins was a teacher's aide at Garfield School, secretary of First
Christian Church and retired as secretary of Community Christian in 1986.
She is a member of the Christian Women's Fellowship, Ponca City Music Club,
VFW Auxiliary and Moose Auxiliary.
Mr. and Mrs. Adkins are affiliated with the Christian Church Disciples
of Christ. They have six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Friends and family are invited to join them at the reunion. Dress will be
casual. The couple requests no gifts.
Village Collectors Hear Report of Dallas Roundup
Members of the P.C. 56'ers Village Collectors met Oct. 8 at the Fourth Street
Club House, with 17 members and two guests present. Guests were Daine and
Sean Talialatela.
Following the welcome by president, Margie Taglialatela, minutes were read
and approved. Nannette Hill gave the treasurer's report.
After discussion, the deadline for turning in the entry forms for the Village
Retirement Contest was extended to Nov. 1, with forms to be turned in to
the dealers and picked up by Nov. 1.
The logo committee report was tabled until the next meeting.
Reports were given by Ponca City's three local dealers which included Christy's,
Dwyer's, and the Gift Shoppe, and one out-of-town dealer, Bryant's in Arkansas
whose representative is Janet Jimison, a member of Ponca City 56'ers.
The door prizes, provided by the club were: Collector's Value Guide, won
by Piccola Hudsonpillar and a $10 gift certificate provided by Christy's
and won by Ray Hudsonpillar.
The program, presented by Mary Beth and Ernie Romine was an interesting
and informative video and slide presentation of the Dallas Roundup Convention.
They also brought several mid-year release pieces, including the Dicken's
Butter Tub House and Barn; the three new inn ornaments and Dicken's "The
Christmas Carol Collage", and "The Christmas Carol Revisited"
which actually smokes.
Halloween displays were brought by Margie Taglialatela and Mary Beth Romine.
Refreshments were provided by Piccola and Ray Hudsenpillar.
The next meeting will be Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Fourth Street Club House
which is during Dept. 56's "Home for the Holidays", (Nov.7-17).
This meeting will be the Retirement Party with a prize to be awarded to
the contest winner. The program will be a video and slide presentation of
the Recent Bachman Convention in Minneapolis, Minn., given by Ernie and
Mary Beth Romine.
For information, call Mary Beth at 765-5717.
Little News
Dr. Dale and Pamela Erickson, #7 Nightingale Lane are proud to announce
the birth of their second child, a son, Alex Karl Erickson. Alex was born
on Oct. 22, 1996 at 1:19 p.m. in Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City. Alex
weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and measured 20 inches in length. Alex was welcomed
home by his sister, Elisabeth Ann, 6 years old.
Grandparents are Lawrence and Sally Gulah of Ironwood, Mich. and Harold
and Joyce Erickson of Albuquerque, N.M. Great-grandmothers are Isabelle
Jakeway and Leone Gulan of Ironwood, Viola Erickson of Albuquerque and Ed
and Laura Erickson of Ironwood, Mich.
Curtis and James Roland of Wichita, Kan. announce the birth of their first
child, a son, Alek Gordon Roland on Nov. 5, 1996. The baby boy weighed 8
pounds, 14 ounces. He is the grandson of Ron and Sandy Berwert, Winfield,
Kan., Doug and Sharon Roland of Wichita and Elard and Maralyn Haden of Ponca
City. Juanita Montoya of Winfield is the great-grandmother.
Eric Matthew Hughes was born Oct. 12, 1996, the son of Rick and Carla Hughes,
512 Claremont, Norman. The baby boy weighed 8 pounds and measured 20 inches
long. He joins sisters Jami, Antra and Rebecca. He is the grandson of the
late Eileen Roland and Sam Roland of New Orleans, La. and Gary and Elaine
Hughes of 1801 Christmas Tree Lane in Ponca City. His great-grandmothers
are Anna Riddle of Tonkawa, Wyllelia Richardson of Enid and Amy Hughes of
Bartlesville.
Steve and Lou Anne Flowers of 3713 Larkspur announce the birth of a son,
Samuel Robert Lamping Flowers at 9:47 p.m. on Oct. 16, 1996 in Stillwater
Medical Center. The baby boy weighed 8 pounds and 4 1/2 ounces, and measured
21 1/2 inches in length. Grandparents are Rosalie Lamping of Clarksville,
Ind. and Dave and Lovalee Flowers of Fort Wayne, Ind. He is the great-grandson
of Hilma Flowers of Bluffton, Ind. and Betty Weaver of Hartford City, Ind.
Brenda and Larry Lawler of Ponca City announce the birth of their son, Andrew
Lawrence Lawler on Nov. 2, 1996 at 3:48 p.m. Andrew joins brother Justin,
and sisters Jennifer, Amy, Anna and Amanda. He is the grandson of Mary and
Jim Lawler and Dorothy D.K. Carruth, all of Ponca City.
Peckham Church Hosts 58th Annual Homecoming
The 58th annual Homecoming of the Peckham Community was hosted by the Peckham
Christian Church members on Sunday, Oct. 13, 1996. Sunday School, taught
by Kathy Fitch, was followed by morning worship, led by Student Minister
Michael Oberlender, a last semester student at Phillips Theological Seminary.
Following church services, a bountiful lunch was enjoyed by all, along with
much visiting among longtime friends.
Master of ceremonies for the afternoon program was Bill Bliss, and letters
were read by Maribeth Haywood from the following former members and friends:
former Peckham Student Minister, the Rev. Dr. Jeff Knighton, who currently
serves as Minister of First Christian Church in Independence, Kan., and
his wife, Linda; Gail Davidson, former Student Minister in 1995, who currently
serves as Director of Lay Ministries in Central Christian Church of Orlando,
Fla., and a note from her mother, Dorothy Davidson of Abilene, Texas; a
note from Loretta Hansz on behalf of her mother, Lena Freek, who now resides
in the Newkirk Nursing Center, and a note with check from former member,
Dr. Gary J. Mounce, a Political Science Professor at University of Texas
in Edinberg, Texas, and his wife, Malena and children, Joey and Nena.
Bill Bliss asked for a moment of silent prayer in memory of those many departed
loved ones, and paid special tribute to the memory of Opal Lute, longtime
member and Sunday School teacher for 40 years, who died in an auto accident
that week.
Leland Petersen gave a comical skit, "Oley, from Wisconsin", with
the capable assistance of Heather Haywood and Christopher Pratt.
Special music was provided by Tim Muniz, accompanied by himself on piano
and enjoyed by all.
All those present were asked to introduce themselves and say a brief word
if they desired. There were over 70 in attendance during the day and those
who signed the official guest register included: Michael Oberlender of Enid,
Claude and Jane Coy of Edmond, Eilene Collins of Medford, Christopher Pratt
and Stephanie Ratliff of Caldwell, Kan., Marilyn Martin of Tulsa, Darlene
Martin of Perkins, Ill.; Betty and Melvin DeBoard of Braman, Vanda Leah
Vaughn, Kris and Lana Mapel and children, Ryan, Kristen and Katelin, all
of Blackwell; Faye and Leland Petersen, Sandy Cordava, Timothy A. Muniz,
Lucille Wathor, Patsy Dorl, Dorothy Coy-Light with boys, Jesse and Wesley
Light; Beverly and David Pedigo and son, Carl, Tina Cramer and children,
Penny, Brent and Nicholas, all of Ponca City; Mindi Sattre of Peckham,
Earl and Billie Trenary, Floyd Trenary and Marilyn Trenary, Carl and Vera
Neal, Edwin "Bud" and Peggy Martin, Melvina Hensley and son, Braden,
Elaine Fulton, Kim Case, Kathy Fitch, Dendra Fitch Smith and sons, Taylor
and Cody, Maribeth Haywood, Bonnie Mapel and Sarah Mapel, Bill and Katie
Bliss, Virgil and Dorthy Tanner, Pearl Fitch, Walter Mounce and Betty Glasgow.
Presbyterian Women Schedule Luncheon
The November luncheon of Presbyterian Women will be held Thursday, Nov.
14 at noon in the Fellowship Hall of First Presbyterian Church.
A program about the Thank Offering Mission will be presented by Bernice
Baxter, Celebration Giving chairperson. A report on the local Raindrops
program will be given by Debbie Brock of Hospice.
Hostesses for the luncheon will be members of the Lily Jackson Circle. Frances
Mathews will give the devotional thoughts. Copies of the new cookbook, "Feed
My Sheep II" will be available for purchase at the meeting for $10
each. Profits from the sale of the cookbooks will be donated to the Child
Development Center.
For luncheon reservations, call Mavis Robison, 762-4887 or Billie Wright,
765-7638. All Presbyterian women are encouraged to attend and guest are
welcome.
Desk & Derrick To Elect Officers
Desk and Derrick Club will meet will meet at the residence of Phyllis Kennedy,
2908 North Pecan Road, at 5:30 p.m. Monday to elect officers for the year,
it was announced by Christy Valliere, president.
Vicki Davis, chairman of the nominating committee, composed of Joy Asbury,
Irene Congram and Della Rein, have presented the slate of officers to be
voted on: June Jeffries, president; Phyllis Kennedy, first vice president;
Joyce Johnson, second vice president; Norma Buffalow, secretary; Louise
Skinner, treasurer; Joy Asbury, Conoco director; Helen Bunney, director,
Bunney welding, and Christy Valliere, immediate past president.
It has been requested those attending bring sandwiches, chips and soda.
Place settings and other items to complete the buffet will be provided.
Janie Ross Presents Program at Unit II
Janie Ross of Attic Blooms presented the program on drying flowers and dried
flower arrangements when Unit II of Ponca City Mother's Club met Nov. 1
at the home of Ruth Ellen Summers. Sandra Scott and Virginia Brown were
co-hostesses.
Martha Stover was a guest and rejoined the unit.
The next meeting will be the Taste and Tell luncheon in the home of Sue
Ziegenhain. Roberta Ford and Marie Schriver will be co-hostesses.
Water Exercise Classes Offered at YMCA
The YMCA offers a variety of water exercise classes at the Community Pool,
according to Deena Marazas, YMCA aquatic director. Ms. Marazas states that
all YNCA water fitness instructors keeps up-to-date on the latest advances
in water exercise, by attending nationally reconized workshops and certification
courses. The YMCA extends an invitation to try one of the following water
exercise classes currently being held at the Community Pool:
Water Walking is held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:15 to 9 a.m.
Instructor is Deena Marazas, a certified lifeguard, and water exercise instructor
through the Aquatic Exercise Association, YMCA and Arthritis Foundation.
Ms. Marazas' class offers a thermal warm up, pre-stretch, and a 20 minute
aerobic segment emphasizing assisting and resisting moves while traveling
across the pool. The class finishes with abdominal and stretching exercises.
Aqua Jog, an aquatic exercise class held in the deep water, is held Monday,
Tuesday, and Thursday, from 8:15 to 9 a.m., with Susan Henning; Tuesday
and Thursday, 5:15 to 6:p.m., with Deena Marazas; and Saturday, 10 to 10:45
a.m., with Amy Allen.
Students wear flotation belts, which keep them floating at shoulder level
while they get a balanced total body workout. Although music is used to
energize students, there are no difficult steps or routines to follow.
Women s Water Exercise is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 to
10:50 a.m. The class is taught by Susan Henning, a certified lifeguard and
water exercise instructor through the United States Water Fitness Association,
YMCA and Arthritis Foundation. Class segments include warm-up, stretch,
upper body and arm toning, cardiovascular conditioning, abdominal, and cool
down. Women of any age are welcome. Routines are choreographed.
AFYA (Arthritis Foundation YMCA Aquatic Program) classes are held Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday from 11 to 11:50 a.m., with Susan Henning; and Tuesday
and Thursday from 10 to 10:50 a.m., with Amy Allen.
Both instructors are specifically certified by the YMCA and Arthritis Foundation
to teach a series of exercises which emphasize joint mobility, range of
motionn, and muscle strength to support every joint in the body. Exercise
in the heated pool encourages muscle relaxation, provides a massaging effect,
and decreases impact to joints due to the buoyancy of the water.
Step 'n Crunch meets Tuesday and Thursday from 9:15 to 10 a.m. Susan Henning
will instruct the class. The class combines bench stepping and water aerobics.
Class format includes a warm-up, pre-stretch, 20 minute bench stepping aerobic
segment, cool-down, and abdominal workout. Aquatic steps are lowered to
the bottom of the pool in four to five feet of water. Cardiovascular training
is accomplished by using the major muscle groups of the legs in bench stepping.
A special abdominal segment concludes the class by strengthening abdominal
muscles, stretching the lower back muscles, and increasing the flexibility
of the hip.
Aqua Fit, a co-ed class, meets Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6-7 p.m.
and is instructed by Amy Allen. Ms. Allen is a certified lifeguard and water
exercise instructor through Cooper's Institute, YMCA and the Arthritis Foundation.
Aquatic steps are lowered to the bottom of the pool in four or five feet
of water. Cardiovascular training is accomplished by using the major muscle
groups of the legs in bench stepping. Aquatic steps are similar by water
walking and a cool down. Aquatic steps are similar to step benches used
on land, except they are sunk to the bottom of the pool in four or five
feet of water.
Classes are $20 per month of $18 per month for those 65 or older. This fe