From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Sunday, November
2, 1997
LOCAL
Parade To Be Tribute to Veterans
New 580 Area Code Minor Inconvenience
County Considers Loewen Group
Editorial
City Calendar
Local Artist Plans Exhibit At Joplin Show
Bequest From Lewis Estate To Benefit NOC Foundation
School Menu & Calendar
Kaw City Plans Annual Bean Day For Veterans
Southern Gospel Quartet To Perform Here Nov. 9
Thousands of Angels To Light Up Ponca City
District Court
For Children's Production Former Ponca Citian Returns as Director
Seeds of Change Exhibit at Library
Friends of Library Donate Computers
Teen Parenting Call-in Subject
DEATHS
Glenn Blakemore
Obituaries
D'Etta Gene McAbee
NEWS BRIEFS
LIFESTYLES
Local Piano Students District Winners
Victorian Motif For Gardener's Tree Project
Tickets Available for Gala
Holiday Theme for Baptist Women's Conference Here
Toastmasters Plan Open House
November Plans Set for Singles
PGS Meeting Slated Monday
World Community Day Friday
Kristi Grabeal Becomes Bride of Scott J. Hayes
Thomas Lanners, Pianist, Presents Program for Ponca City Music Club
Newkirk Church Setting For McCarty-Kistler Vows
'Report Card' Title Of TOPS Contest To Begin Monday
Early Childhood Caregivers Meet
Pattersons Celebrating Golden Wedding Anniversaries
Little News
Wheatheart Nutrition
Marilyn Harmon Woman of Year Award Finalist
Bits and Pieces
Lisa Hill Weds Matt Branum At Pioneer Christian Church
Sage, Rosemary, Thyme Club Meets
Parks, Recreation Schedules Three Exercise Formats
Cultural Center Ceremony Unites Couple in Marriage
Braman Women Planning Bazaar
Happenings
SPORTS
Wildcats' Defense Not Enough
Paschal All-State Harrier
Lady Mavs Eye Another Crown
Mavericks Grew In Off-Season
Trainer, Managers Keep Cats Going
WLGA
Pawnee Peaking for Playoffs
Shidler Going to Extremes
Cougars Make Bucs Work
Morrison Holds Off Prue, 16-14
Maroons Grind Out Win
A tribute to military veterans is shaping up with a large parade slated for 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Ponca City According to parade officials the parade is expected to be the largest since World War II.
Scheduled to lead this year's parade will be 14 color guards, representing all branches of the armed forces and veterans' organizations from the surrounding area and the Stillwater ROTC Unit.
POWS to Lead parade
There will be about 25 former prisoners of war who will be this year's parade marshals. These "survivors" of all wars and conflicts will be escorted down the parade route by soldiers of the local National Guard and Army Reserve.
Veterans who served during the Grenada, Lebanon, Panama and Persian Gulf periods will be given a special tribute and are asked to walk as a group so that they can be honored for a job well done, according to Chuck Greg American Legion commander.
A group of the Order of the Purple Heart, Oklahoma City, and other Purple Heart recipients will also be honored in the 1997 parade.
Other groups planning on participating are the Boy and Girl Scout organizations, grade school children, Ponca High School cheerleaders, Po-Hi Steppers, Dynamiters, Fairfax and Winfield bands, senators and representatives, Mayor Marilyn Andrews, the VFW and American Legion state commanders and a number of Living Historians representing several units of the Civil War era.
The Tulsa Shriners will be here in force with more than 125 Shriners to provide their normal "outstanding" entertainment.
Fly Over Slated
Also scheduled will be a fly over of three Black Hawk, Army National Guard helicopters and four Stearman biplanes from Tulsa during the parade.
A number of floats have already been promised by different civic organizations and clubs including the AMBUCS, Kiwanis, Child Abuse Center, Salvation Army, Jaycees, Humane Society, Square Dancers, American Legion, DAR and SAR, fire and police units just to name a few.
The Christian Motorcycle Club and several other "hog" chapters will ride their cycles in the parade along with a number of local and surrounding area car clubs will be displaying their "wheels" at Dan Moran Park for public viewing after the parade.
A large contingency of horses, wagons and other mounted groups will be bringing up the rear of the parade.
Special POW/MIA Ceremony
A special POW/MIA ceremony will be held by the Vietnam Veterans of America at Centennial Plaza immediately following the parade. The Army National Guard will present a 21-gun salute honoring the POWs and MIAs.
All veterans are invite to come to the American Legion following the parade for a special POW/MIA ceremony and lunch. Across the street east of the American Legion will be a military equipment and Black Hawk Helicopter display.
To the west of the Legion will be a Civil War encampment with Living Historians to answer questions about their units involvement in the Civil War. To the north of the Legion will be an encampment of the different Indian Nations of the area doing tribal dances and providing information about their tribes and tribal customs.
Gregg said, "We would appreciate any participation from our surrounding neighbors and school systems. The Oklahoma Music Education Association has scheduled the Oklahoma Band contest on Veterans Day weekend leaving us without any Oklahoma band to participate in our Veterans Day Parade.
"Any organizations or persons that would like to participate in this year's Veterans Day Parade or any persons who have convertibles that could be used to provide transportation for veterans and VIPs are asked to call the American Legion at (405) 765-9073 or (405) 765-1367."
RSVP
Prior to the parade RSVP will be serving coffee and cookies to all veterans and seniors at the location of the new office at 110 North Fourth, according to Marie Trenary, executive director.
By Patti Pfeiffer
News Staff Writer
How the new area code change affects you depends on whether you are a business or a businessperson. Business people generally find it a burden having to change everything from letterheads to business cards. Businesses, on the other hand, find it an opportunity to increase their business.
One such business that the area code change may adversely affect is local meat processing company Thorn Apple Valley, which distributes its meat products nationally through mail order catalogs. The fax number listed in its catalog and used for customer orders does not reflect the new area code.
According to Administrative Assistant Beverly Appleman, the catalog was distributed this past September. "It would be too expensive to print new catalogs," Appleman said. "We will wait until next year and make the changes then."
The change will be more of an inconvenience than a cost for the City of Ponca City. "We don't stock a lot of office supplies so it will not have a big cost impact on us," City Manager Gary Martin explained. "It is mainly an inconvenience for us to have to contact all of the out-of-town businesses we do business with."
Saving "grace" for some area businesses is the grace period. Although the area code change is in effect Nov. 1, both 405 and 580 codes can be used until April. And whether it is procrastination or just plain business-sense, people are not rushing to area printers to make changes in their business forms at this time. Some are using what they have in stock and then reordering with the area code change and some are just waiting until the last possible moment to make the changes.
Most stationery and office supply stores in Ponca do not anticipate a noticeable increase in business until next April when they feel business will boom as the grace period lapses and with it the end of the procrastination period.
"We are seeing an increase in rubber stamps orders at this time but not anticipating a real rush until next year when it sinks through people's mind that April is the deadline," says Bill Thomas owner of Graphic Center. "There is always a big group of people who wait until the last minute."
Merrifield Office Plus has also seen an increase in rubber stamps but and is not anticipating a huge increase in business until next year. "The grace period has some waiting until the last minute," Manager Greg Lunsford said. "When given a grace period people will use it as long as they can to use up their old products."
According to Braudrick Printery there has been a slight increase in stationery printing. "We are encouraging people to use what they have in stock and make the changes when they run out," says owner Bob Thomas. "We are happy to take people's money but don't want to rip anyone off."
NEWKIRK - The Kay County commissioners are scheduled to discuss a new cemetery-purchase application during their regular weekly meeting at 9 a.m. Monday at the courthouse.
A group interested in buying the Odd Fellows Cemetery on the southwest edge of Ponca City reportedly has submitted an application required by the county for such purchases.
News of the attempted sale of the cemetery to the Loewen Group by IOOF Lodge members has sparked protests from several business owners and individuals since it was announced earlier this year.
In other business, the board will consider approving the second half of an annual animal damage-control contract and will meet in an executive session at 9:30 a.m. regarding pending litigation.
United Way Nearing Goal
We had good news on the front page of last week's Sunday paper. The United Way has nearly reached its goal of $585,000. That is great news for the agencies which depend on the United Way for most of their support. We congratulate all those involved in the campaign for the success from their hours of hard work.
Don't let this success curb your giving. Our next goal should be to start moving back towards the goals we had in the '80s when we were able to raise more than $700,000.
Unfortunately for most of the agencies, the United Way isn't able to supply enough support to allow them to operate as they should. Having worked with many of the agencies, we know that this is a problem for all of them. Without the proper funding, many worthwhile programs cannot be maintained. The agencies and the United Way Allocations Committee have worked hard cutting programs and eliminating some agencies.
We all are affected by the loss of these programs whether directly or indirectly. We also know that similar programs will be started and run by the federal government with our tax dollars. When that happens, the costs will sky rocket.
Ponca City is a wonderful town and the United Way is a part of what makes it such a classy play in which to live. Give well to the United Way, it is compassionate, gratifying and it will benefit all of us in the long run.
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Margaret Yates, local artist, has been invited to exhibit her works at the third annual Joplin Invitational Salon of Fine Art at the John Q. Trade Center in Joplin, Mo.
The exhibit and sale will be held Nov. 7-9, and proceeds of an auction at the event will benefit the American Cancer Society. Artist awards in the amount of $10,000 will also be presented during the Salon.
Yates is one of only 28 jury-selected, nationally and internationally known artists who have been invited to participate in the prestigious event.
Friday evening's activities will include a preview, dinner, and auction. Shannon Mays, 1995 international auctioneer champion will conduct the sale. Each of the participating artists have donated an original artwork for the auction. The Friday evening activities are by reservation only available from the American Cancer Society office at (416) 624-6808.
The exhibit and sale open to the public, will continue Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hammons Trade Center.
Yates also recently exhibited at the 9th Annual Festival In the Park sponsored by the Lachenmeyer Art Center in Cushing, in October. She and several other Ponca City artists placed in the adjudication. Yates placed first in the works on paper category; Dale Martin took "Best of Show" ; Leslie Frazier placed second in works on paper; Berenice Johnson placed third in works on canvas, and Bruce Carter placed third in the three dimensional category.
Cletus Smith, longtime Ponca City Art Festival participant and judge, from Oklahoma City, judged the event.
By LOUISE ABERCROMBIE
News Business Editor
Longtime Ponca City attorney, the late Joe Lewis, has continued his legacy of helping young people with a bequest of 1,305 shares of NationsBank Corporation Common Stock to Northern Oklahoma College Foundation Inc.
The presentation was made to Joe Kinzer, president of Northern Oklahoma College, by Sam Leonard, personal representative of the Lewis Estate, long-time friend and business associate. Also present were Tom Leonard, attorney for the estate, and Chris Hand, chairman of the board of regents of Northern Oklahoma College.
Sam Leonard, and Kinzer had served on the Security Bank board with Lewis. The bank later became Bank IV and Boatmen's before becoming NationsBank.
In accepting NationsBank stock, Kinzer said, "We're delighted that Mr. Lewis would consider Northern Oklahoma College in his will and we will use the bequest to support scholarships. We will be developing criteria on how students can apply for the scholarships."
Hand said, "On behalf of the board of regents and foundation I want to thank Mr. Lewis and we will make sure this goes for the education of young people. That is what Lewis was all about."
In the letter of presentation to Kinzer, Sam Leonard said, "This gift represents the lifetime interest Mr. Lewis had in the education of young people. It is noteworthy that he developed his special interest in Northern Oklahoma College through his association and respect for you. We share the confidence of Mr. Lewis that this donation will be used wisely to further those interests."
About 99 percent of Lewis' sizable estate was left to 16 charities including several Masonic organizations, including a children's home. Other beneficiaries are Rogers State College, Claremore; Manhattan Christian College, Manhattan Kan., and the Oklahoma Bar Foundation for scholarships for students studying law.
Lewis, former Marland Oil Co. attorney, died in 1996 at the age of 97. Born in Kansas, Lewis grew up in Oklahoma City and attended the University of Oklahoma, where he graduated with his juris doctorate degree in 1921.
He moved to Ponca City in 1929 and became staff attorney for Marland Oil Company shortly before it merged with Continental Oil. He remained with the oil company until retiring in 1964. Two years later he returned to Ponca City and joined in partnership with Joseph A. Wideman in 1966 and later with the late District Judge Neal Beekman for 20 years.
In addition to being active in bar associations, he received the 75-year membership shortly before his death. Lewis was active at all levels of the Masonic Lodge and received numerous honors.
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Kaw City will honor all area veterans with a free Veterans Day Celebration Bean Dinner Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Kaw City Community Center. All area citizens are encouraged to participate in the commemorative dinner to be served at noon.
Two varieties of beans will be served including brown and navy beans, cooked in large old-fashioned cast-iron bean pots and served with cornbread and other accompaniments cooked by the citizens of Kaw City. Members of local churches, including Christian, Methodist and Baptist, will provide cornbread, pies, cakes, cobblers, drinks, and other homemade foods.
"Even though Veterans day is not until Tuesday, Nov. 11, we are holding the celebration to honor our veterans at noon on Saturday to accommodate the working people," said Gene Stevens, one of the organizers. Others on the committee who will be cooking the beans and planning the event are Gene Randolph, Wayne Fleharty and Donley Ford. Clayton Austin will present the blessing.
Kaw City held its first Bean Day in the late 1930s on Armistice Day, (later changed to Veterans Day by Congress). Several oldtimers who were at that first event plan to attend the Saturday celebration this year.
That first celebration Bean Dinner, held in old Kaw City's North Park, hosted more than 1,000 persons. The 1930s event featured area cowboy bands and several high school bands from the surrounding area. Present day citizens who attended that first celebration also remember a large parade through the streets of Old Kaw City.
The annual Bean Dinner to honor area veterans was as an annual event for several years, then discontinued for a few years. The present-day citizens revived the event a few years ago and, in 1996, served the free Bean Dinner to more than 170 guests.
A donation jar will be available for contributions to the Kaw City Community Center, where most civic events are held.
The Tulsans, a southern gospel male quartet, will perform Sunday, Nov. 9, 10:30 a.m., at Second Baptist Church, 1112 West Grand Avenue in Ponca City.
The Tulsans is comprised of southern gospel music veterans with numerous combined years of experience in the field of gospel music. The quartet, in its ninth year together, performs with a five-piece backup band.
The group has received numerous awards including the Great Plains Gospel Singing Association's Group of the Year.
Some of the group's most recent releases include "Look What the Lord Has Done," "Count Your Blessings" and "Old News, but Good News."
The Tulsans performances include slow harmony numbers, many up-tempo, traditional and new quartet style arrangements, intermingled with light Christian humor. The band is also featured on some selections.
There is no admission charge to a Tulsans concert, and everyone is welcome.
A halo of heavenly lights will be illuminating Ponca City during the fourth annual Festival of Angels. Thousands of lighted angels will be located at public attractions throughout the community, and in more than 30 neighborhoods.
The festival will be open nightly, Nov. 28 through Dec. 28, from 6 to 10 p.m.
Visitors to the festival are to be greeted by the majestic 30-foot Angel Host at the Pioneer Woman Statue. Signs will then lead the tourists to Lake Ponca Park, a drive-through area featuring a theme of "Kids Delight." Luminaries will light the way around the park, as animated angels fly through the clouds, participants can ride a train, skate on the pond, and help Santa deliver his packages.
Lighted exhibits are also planned to be at the Ponca City Cultural Center, Tenth and Grand, representing a "Southern Hospitality" theme, where the gentlemen and their ladies are adding the final touches to the decorations, all in lights, and the guests are arriving in their carriage, loaded down with "lighted" gifts. All guests are to be serenaded by a group of "sparkling" carolers, while angels watch from the clouds.
The "Fantasy Garden" will again be located at the Cann Garden Center, Fourteenth and Grand, with many lighted flowers, a butterfly, a sunbonnet girl watering her flower that grows right before the viewer's eyes, and a special angel offering a bouquet to all the visitors. The bonus to the event is the hundreds of private homes that will also be decorated in the angel theme, as well.
"Angels were chosen for the theme of the festival because they are universal to all religions, and we were particularly interested in having a message that relates to the true meaning of Christmas," stated Kathy Adams, chairman of the event.
Many holiday events are planned in Ponca City during the Festival, including a Historic Homes Tour, Christmas Tree Collage display at the Ponca City Art Center, a lighted Christmas parade downtown, and the Christmas Gala at the Marland Mansion.
Angel Tour Maps will highlight the historic attractions and the many neighborhoods featuring theme lighting. They will be available at Angel Central, Gift Shop and Information Center for the festival. For more information, contact Missy Morland, Ponca City Tourism office, l-800-475-4400.
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Former Ponca City resident, Po-Hi graduate and Ponca Playhouse veteran Jon Olson will return to direct the 1997 Ponca Playhouse Children's Theater production of "A Christmas Carol."
Olson is calling for children ages 10 and up to audition Sunday or Monday at 6 p.m. at Ponca Playhouse Rehearsal Hall at 301 South First.
"While this is not a musical version of "A Christmas Carol," it will have music in it, says Olson. "There are roles for all ages. I especially encourage both Po-Hi drama and chorale members to audition," he continued.
Especially needed are older youths who can play Scrooge, the three ghosts, and an ensemble for singing Christmas Carols. Children who audition will be asked to sing a song (a Christmas song would be appropriate) and an accompanist will be provided. Olson has requested "no taped or a capella selections."
Olson is also requesting some form of a resume highlighting auditioners theatrical experience if possible. The auditions will consist of cold readings. Many backstage positions will also be available.
Olson, whose stage name is Jon Phillip, said, "It's been almost five years since I have returned to Ponca for longer than a weekend." He last performed in Ponca City in the Ponca Playhouse production of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum."
"Since then I have performed in 20 states, two countries, and worked with Noel Harrison and Cathy Rigby," he says.
"I am very excited about returning to the company that gave me my start in this lifelong career thing called 'theater.' I am also excited about working with children, as I hope I can give a little back of what has been taught to me over the years. It is also possible that I might even get my father to return to do lights," continued Jon.
Olson is a member of Actor's Equity Association, the union for professional actors and stage managers in the legitimate U.S. theater. He has completed a bachelor of music and a master of music in musical theater performance at Oklahoma City University. For this he credits the First United Methodist Church and Homer and Genevive Anderson. Olson has also done some graduate work at The Boston Conservatory in Boston, Mass., and has trained in choral and orchestral conduction, tap, jazz, ballet, stage craft, magic and illusion, and is a "fabulous chef and professional baker."
"Seeds of Change" poster exhibit is currently on display at the Ponca City Library through Nov. 21. The exhibit may be found in two locations on the main floor.
The interesting exhibit - based on "Seeds of Change," a quincentenary exhibit developed by the National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution - is made possible through the Xerox Corporation, Conoco Inc., and the Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council.
The exhibit studies the history of seeds and vegetation and the impact they have made on the world during a 500 year period in American History - from Columbus' discovery to present.
A portion of the exhibit relates that shiploads of plundered treasurers and tons of precious metals from American mines became the bounty of conquest in the early days of the country, but it was the native plants that proved to be the enduring treasures sought and needed by the world.
Tomatoes, cacao, potatoes, pepper, rubber and corn are just a sampling of the cornucopia of New World crops exported to countries around the world.
With peppers, Asians invented fiery curries; the Swiss combined sugar and cacao to produced fine chocolate; and Mexicans adopted Asian rice and a complement to traditional corn tortillas. As immigrant plants took root in alien lands, diets and cuisines changed around the world.
Corn and potatoes, now two of the world's staple foods originated in the Americas more than 500 years ago. At that time, corn flourished in a wide area from Chile to southern Canada and hundreds of varieties of potatoes were cultivated.
Since Columbus' discovery of the New World and as a result of exportation of new seeds around the world, more potatoes and corn are grown in the world today than wheat or rice, and those two items have revolutionized the world nutrition and food supplies.
The starches and sugars from these two seeds alone also contribute to thousands of products from soft drinks to paints. Fuel ethanol and starch-based plastics are among the newest uses for these two versatile renewable resources.
Many other avenues of native plants, seeds and natural resources are explored in the exhibit.
Funds raised by the Friends of the Ponca City Library were recently used to purchase two public access computers. The InfoTack computer is a periodical index to more than 1,000 magazines, with full text included. The second computer is a CD-ROM-driven system used for genealogy research.
There will be a demonstration of the new computers during The Friends of the Library general meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Programming room of the library.
According to Paula Cain of the Ponca City Library, The Friends have supported the library for many years. "Their ongoing support includes programs such as the children's reading program and organization of the used book sale."
The meeting is open to public and refreshments will be served. Anyone interested is welcomed and memberships will be available.
Teen parenting will be the subject for anyone wishing to talk with Jan Justice of Northern Oklahoma Youth Services' Parent Resource Program during KLVV's Tuesday call-in time.
Callers may talk to Justice between 5 and 6 p.m.
The NOYS program helps teen parents deal with the difficult tasks associated with parenting and offers its services to help from pregnancy through the toddler years.
The phone number will be (580) 767-1400. None of the phone calls will
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DEATHS
WICHITA, Kan. - Glenn A. Blakemore, former Tonkawa resident, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 1997. He was 78.
Graveside services will be held Nov. 3, 1997, at 10 a.m. at the IOOF Cemetery, Tonkawa. A memorial service will be held Nov. 3, 1997, at 3 p.m. at the Grace Presbyterian Church in Wichita. Services will be under the direction of Cochran Mortuary, Wichita, with Rev. Larry W. Craycraft officiating.
Glenn A. Blakemore was born June 7, 1919, in Clarksville, Ark., to Rev. Loren E. and Glenn (Adkins) Blakemore. He married Helen M. Conaghan on Dec. 21, 1952, in Tonkawa.
Survivors include his wife, Helen C. Blakemore of Wichita, Kan.; one son, David Blakemore of Winfield, Kan.; and two sisters, Lorena Fraley and Dr. Robbie G. Blakemore, both of Knoxville, Tenn.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Grace Presbyterian Church, 5002 East Douglas, Wichita, KS 67208 and/or University of the Ozarks, 415 North College Avenue, Clarksville, AR 72830-2880.
D'Etta Gene "Lefty" McAbee, longtime Ponca City resident, died Monday night, Oct. 27, 1997, at University Hospital in Oklahoma City. She was 66.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 1997, in the Ponca City First Baptist Church Worship Center with the Rev. Hance Dilbeck officiating. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. No viewing will be held.
D'Etta was born Sept. 12, 1931, in McAlester, the daughter of Elbert and Dorothy (Albright) Goins. After graduation from McAlester High School, D'Etta moved to Ponca City in the early 1950s and began employment at Continental Oil Company.
She met John McAbee at Conoco and the couple were married on March 12, 1955, in Ponca City, where they established their home. D'Etta continued her career at Conoco and retired as Assistant Administrative Director of Research and Development in 1986, after 35 years of service.
D'Etta's most important activity after caring for her family was her involvement in numerous services at First Baptist Church. She joined the church on April 1, 1962, and over the years enjoyed singing in the choir, playing in the handbell choir and serving on various committees. In earlier years she and John provided key leadership in the youth ministry, teaching Sunday School and Discipleship Training classes.
She and John attended Falls Creek youth camp each summer as sponsors and counselors and traveled with the youth on ski trips in the winter. More recently, D'Etta provided leadership in the Women's Ministry and helped with the Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) program. D'Etta served the people of First Baptist Church and many others in the community out of a heart of Christian love. Her presence and love will be missed by all who knew and worked with her in Christian service.
She was also active in Mothers Club and the Conoco Retirees group. She enjoyed dabbling in paints and golfing with John and her grandson, Michael.
D'Etta is survived by husband, John, of the home; two daughters, Connie McAbee of Ponca City and Mrs. Stephen (Lori) McAbee Thomas of Tyler, Texas; one grandson Michael Strnad of Minneapolis, Minn.; on step-grandson Bryan Haigh of Scottsdale, Ariz.; one brother, Bob Goins of Danville, N.Y.; and one sister, Joetta (Goins) Edelen of Houston, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother.
Casket bearers will be Rick Vanater, Wally Weaver, Jim Littleton, Jim Newport, Tom Quillin, Gary Aldrich, Craig Meyers, and John King. Honorary bearers will be Jerry Evans, Carl Renfro, C.D. Northcutt, Jim West, Jack Stanger, Clark Taylor, Bill Stingley, Cal Young, and Bill Ray.
Memorial contributions may be made in D'Etta's name to the First Baptist Church Music Ministry, 218 South Sixth Street, Ponca City, OK 74601.
The family will be at Trout Funeral Home for visitation on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. They will also be present for visitation with friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, in the Assembly Center at First Baptist Church, just prior to the service.
Arrest - Police arrested a 29-year-old man at 6:47 a.m. Friday at the site of a two-vehicle accident at Fourteenth Street and South Avenue for driving under suspension, failure to yield and no insurance.
Egged House - A man in the 200 block of Lonnie Avenue reported to police at 7:27 a.m. Friday that his house had been egged. An officer was assigned.
Vandalism - At 7:33 a.m. Friday police received a report from a resident in the 200 block of Flormable Street regarding a vandalized mailbox. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Burglary - At 8:33 a.m. Friday a woman in the 1700 block of Richway Drive reported that her house had been burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Attempted Burglary - A man in the 2900 block of North Union Street called police at 10:02 a.m. Friday to report that someone had attempted to burglarize his trailer. An officer was assigned and an attempted burglary report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 47-year-old at 12:12 p.m. Friday from the 3500 block of North Union Street on a Dept. of Correction warrant for parole violation.
Accident - At 12:23 p.m. Friday police received a report of a two-vehicle accident at Hartford Avenue and Meadowbrook Drive. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Minor Accident - A minor accident was reported at 12:37 p.m. Friday in the 800 block of North Lake Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Stolen Bike - A resident in the 200 block of South Birch Street reported a stolen bike to police at 1:08 p.m. Friday. A report was taken.
Vehicle Hit - Police took a report at 1:59 p.m. Friday on a vehicle hit in the 1100 block of North Prospect Avenue.
Non-Injury Accident - Police responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident in the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street at 3:41 p.m. Friday. A report was taken.
Accident - Police received a call at 4:43 p.m. Friday from a person reporting a two-vehicle non-injury accident at Twelfth Street and South Avenue. One of the drivers involved was reportedly a juvenile runway driving a stolen vehicle who said she was leaving to call police and never returned. A police report was taken.
Arrest - A 24-year-old man was arrested at 5:01 p.m. Friday from Waverly Avenue and South Avenue for driving under the influence, transporting an open container and no driver's license.
Theft - At 7:50 p.m. Friday a resident in the 500 block of North Tenth Street reported the theft of a jet ski to police. An officer was assigned and a grand larceny report was taken.
Fire - A fire engine responded to a fire in the 1600 block of Yale Avenue at 8:25 p.m. Friday. The fire was extinguished.
Vandalism - A resident on Fifth Street reported to police at 8:40 p.m. that someone had thrown a pumpkin through their bedroom window. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - A 46-year-old man was arrested at 9:19 p.m. Friday on three city warrants for failure to pay and appear.
Vandalism - A resident in the 700 block of West Emporia Avenue reported a window broken out of a vehicle at 11:59 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 41-year-old man at 2:32 a.m. Saturday at Highland Avenue and Flormable Street for driving under the influence and driving left of center.
Collectors Ornaments - The Audrey Schmitz collector's ornaments made for the Ponca City Humane Society and recently sold at Oktoberfest are now available at the Humane Society Shelter or at Christy's. Call 767-8877 for more information.
Craft Auction Set - Annual Craft Auction by Newkirk Women's League will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Newkirk Christian Church, Ninth and Walnut. Door prizes, child care and refreshments.
Fashion Show - Ponca City High School's Marketing Education Program, which includes classes in fashion, marketing and management, will be putting on it's annual fashion show Monday at 7 p.m. in the Howell Auditorium. The theme for the show this year is "Fashion Madness." Tickets are $3 for adults and $1.50 for elementary students.
Genealogy Workshop Set - The Oklahoma Genealogical Society will hold a free one-day workshop on "More Basic Help for Genealogists" on Nov. 15. Registration in the Wiley Post Historical Building auditorium, 2100 North Lincoln, Oklahoma City will begin at 8:30 a.m. Topics will be Vital Records, Library Usage, Courthouse Records, Military Records, Naturalization, and Citing Sources/Documentation. A packet of materials will be available for $5.
Annual Rummage & Bake Sale Set - SEFI Class at St. Paul's Methodist Church, corner of Hartford and Pecan, will have its annual rummage and bake sale Friday, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. A great plan to get homemade bread and pies.
Sleep Disorder Group - A meeting of the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center's Sleep Disorder Support Group will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Conference Room B. The public is invited to attend and refreshments will be served.
Bingo Games - American Legion bingo is open to the public. Monday
games begin at 1 p.m. at the Legion building. The doors open at 5 p.m. Tuesday
with early games beginning at 5:50 p.m. and regular session at 7 p.m.
LIFESTYLES
Several Ponca City piano students were entered in the Northeast District Junior Audition Competition (grades 3-8) held recently in Stillwater. The event is sponsored annually by the Oklahoma Music Teachers Association to give students of these accredited teachers the opportunity to perform in a competitive audition.
This allows those students who exhibit a sufficient level of performance skill to have the opportunity to perform on a winner's recognition recital. The recital will be held at the Northeast District Convention of CMTA Nov. 8 in Tulsa.
Winners of the grades 5-6 division were Kent Dennis, son of Beth and Kevin Dennis, and Aaron Wright, daughter of Joan and Monty Wright. Kyla Lewis, daughter of Tricia and Guy Lewis, was the first alternate.
Winners of the grades 7-8 division were Allison Ford, daughter of Beth and Julian Ford, and Meg McDaniel, daughter of Paula and Randy McDaniel. Jennifer Cantu, daughter of Lisa and Terry Cantu was the first alternate and Lauren Detten, daughter of Jayne and Mark Detten, was the second alternate.
Aaron is a student of Becky Dye and Jennifer is a student of Roberta Motz. Kent and Lauren study piano with Katy Tucker and Kyla, Allison, and Meg are students of Kathleen Wimberley.
Rita Robbins, president, called the meeting to order when members of the Chrysanthemum Garden Club met Oct. 17 at the home of Chloe Lewis in Kaw City. Members recited the Gardener's Creed and Florence Williams gave the minutes.
Roll call was answered with members telling which new bulbs they were going to plant and what mulch would be used. Mary Copeland gave the treasurer's report and a discussion about various butterflies in the area was conducted.
Correspondence from the Ponca City Art Association was read concerning the decoration of Christmas trees for the open house Dec. 7-28. Marguerite Vietta will get the tree and the group will decorate it with a Victorian motif. Announcement was made that contributions can be made to memorials for Faye Cook and Delia Castor.
Refreshments were served from a table decorated with a lace cloth and centered with a carved pumpkin vase. A Halloween theme was followed for decorations. Rita Robbins won the door prize. The next meeting will be Nov. 21 with Alice Bland as hostess.
Tickets for the annual Christmas Gala at the Marland Estate (Dec. 6) will go on sale Tuesday, announces Lynda Clark, ticket chairman.
Tickets will be available at Nation's Bank, Nation's North Bank, First National Bank, First National American, Pioneer Bank, Commercial Federal, Bank of Oklahoma, Marland Estate Conference Center and Ponca City News.
Sherry Muchmore, Gala Chairman, says "Mark your calendar and plan to attend the 1997 annual Christmas Gala at the Marland Mansion,. Plans are well underway and we're hoping for a great turn-out. Festivities will begin at 7 p.m. and end at midnight. Cost of admission is $35 per person."
The admission includes entertainment by two dance bands, Maya, playing in the Chapel, and The Impostors, playing in the outer salon of the Mansion."
Mrs. Muchmore added, "The Madrigal Singers will be performing in the foyer greeting all party-goers and Sue Lippert will be at the piano, available for Christmas caroling for all who like to sing. Music will be provided again this year in the Gala Coffee Shop located in E.W.'s Restaurant where you can relax with friends and sample various coffees and satisfy that sweet tooth."
Also included will be a "delectable" array of food on both levels of the Mansion and in the Chapel provided by Applecart Catering. Each admission ticket will include three drink tickets (choice of any three drinks). Soft drinks and coffee will not require tickets. The drink tickets will be exchanged for the admission ticket at the door when entering the Gala. Further drink tickets may be purchased in several locations set up at the Gala. Dress attire is formal/semi-formal, black tie optional.
The Mansion will be decked out in all its Christmas attire to host not only Gala festivities but the holiday season. Gala Decorating Chairman Jocelyn Marzuola is making arrangements to decorate the Mansion, on Nov. 22 from 8 a.m., to noon. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided and volunteers are needed. Those wishing to volunteer may call Mrs. Marzuola after 5 p.m. at 762-7826 or Mrs. Muchmore at 765-2305.
Party pictures by Photo Pro will be taken this year in the Chapel entry and Kevin Leven will be the roving photographer for the evening.
Again this year the Arts & Humanities group will conduct the silent auction from 7 to 10:30 p.m. in the lower inner salon of the Mansion. This year's auction chairmen are Carol Bouldin and Betsy Carter.
Christmas comes early to women attending the second annual women's conference, Nov. 15 at First Baptist Church.
The theme of the conference is based on I Timothy 4:14, "Do not neglect the gift that is in you." Leading the conference as main speakers will be Julie Dilbeck and Judi Boyer.
Women will choose four of eight seminars which include Holiday Wreath Making, learning simple tips and ideas for making a wreath as well as big bows that adorn them; Wrapping Up Christmas with easy and fun creative gift wrapping ideas; Quick & Delicious Holiday Cookin' will give quick and easy recipes, menus and entertaining ideas for the holiday season; Happy Birthday Jesus is a smorgasbord selection of easy ideas to help keep Christ in "Christmas"; Easy Holiday Gift Ideas will show how to make herbal vinegars, bath crystals and other quick gifts.
Also Making Creative Memories with Holiday Photos will show great tips on snapping holiday photos and how to preserve those holiday memories; Sew-Up For The Holidays will give several ways to make lapel pins, ornaments and other ideas using an angel pattern; A Treasury of Holiday Traditions will be a variety of ideas for creating family holiday traditions.
The day begins at 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel with seminars starting at 9. Snacks and drinks will be available to enjoy on the way to morning and afternoon seminars. After lunch the final session in the Chapel will conclude by mid-afternoon. Price of tickets is $15 and reservations must be made no later than November 12. For more information you may contact the church at 765-4427.
Members of the Pioneer Toastmasters Club will host an open house meeting Nov. 5 at 11:30 a.m. in the R & D East Auditorium at the Conoco complex. The hour-long meting event is open to the public said Terri Buesing, president. Those interested in attending may call Ms. Buesing, 767-4381, or Amy Parker, vice president of membership, 767-5872.
The open house will present a typical toastmaster meeting with Cecile Johnson as presiding officer. Ms. Parker will lead the meeting as toastmaster. Ms. Buesing will speak about the toastmaster organization and Marsha Dunham will give a humorous contest speech.
Karen Capeheart will present a general evaluation of the meeting and Stan Larrison and Michelle Roberts will provide evaluations of the featured speeches. Assisting during the meeting will be Denise Sodowsky, Table Topics Master; Herb Hinkle, Timer; Matthew Roberts, Poet/Wordmaster, and Linda Shindler, Grammarian/Ah-counter.
Gerry Tingley, Bret Carter, Don Jesch, Dave Kersey, Beth Rhodes, Matthew Roberts, Cecile Johnson and Michelle Roberts will serve as mentors at the open house and will be available to answer questions during the event.
"We believe that the community will enjoy seeing how the club's communication and leadership development program helps prepare members for higher pay and greater personal recognition" Buesing said.
The Singles Network is a social and support organization for single adults who are divorced, widowed or never married. A monthly calendar is mailed to all members and dues are $10 per year. Members wish to emphasize that the group is not a dating service. Interested persons may call Betty, 762-9776, or Dorothy, 765-1403, for more information.
November plans are:
Sunday, Nov. 2: 6:30 p.m. Discussion Group at First Presbyterian Church. Go for snack afterward.
Monday, Nov. 3: 6 p.m. eat at Furr's.
Thursday, Nov. 6: 7-9 p.m. CCC at Mary's; call 762-6588.
Friday, Nov. 7: 6 p.m., birthday dinner at American Legion; call Marlene, 762-4296.
Saturday, Nov. 8: 10 a.m. Veteran's Day Parade. 4 p.m., Dock party with dinner at 5 p.m. Party will be canceled if weather is bad. Call Laurzell, 765-4227, for directions and RSVP. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and lawn chair.
The Pioneer Genealogical Society meeting is scheduled Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Programming Room of the Ponca City Library. An overview of the National Federation of Genealogical Societies convention will be given by Wanda Lee Jones and Sandy Graves, president of the PGS. They began genealogy research in 1970 and have attended several workshops and lectures concerning research.
Information on the Everton Workshop scheduled April 14, 1998 in Ponca City will be outlined. Membership dues are $8 per individual and payment may be mailed to Delbert Fair, 2221 East Hartford, Ponca City, Okla. 74604, or paid at the meeting.
"Gathering Seed from a Medieval Mother Root" is the topic for the 1997 World Community Day, an annual national worship service of Church Women United. In this community it will be observed on Friday, Nov. 7, at First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Central at 9:30 a.m.
Developed by the Celebrations Committee of Church Women United, this year's service carries out the "seed" theme that began with the World Day of Prayer in March: "Like a Seed Which Grows Into a Tree," written by Christian Women of Korea, and applied as well to the May Fellowship Day.
The WCD theme was selected "because of the reliance of the work and writings of women mystics of the Middle Ages to causes of justice for women and lathe world today. The suppression of their art, ideas and spirituality was a prelude of the domination and colonialism that would increasingly subjugate people of color, labeling our/their religion as pagan, denying our/their humanity as persons with souls. These early Christian foremothers planted seeds that are flowering even now."
Attendees at this deeply spiritual service will be immersed in the music, poetry, art and writings of these mystics. Candles and incense will contribute to the contemplative atmosphere.
The mystics whose lives are recalled in this service are Julian of Norwich, Teresa of Avila, Mechtild of Magdeburg, Catherine of Siena, Joan of Arc and, most especially, Hildegard of Bingen. Recently, there has been a resurgence of interest in Hildegard of Beingen, whose 900th birthday will be celebrated in 1998. Some of her original canticles have been recorded.
A Hildegard monologue written by the Committee tells the story of her life, visions and revelations. She was a woman of remarkable accomplishments and ideas for an age when women had very little learning, power or influence. She was a healer, artist, composer, administrator, teacher and student. Her theology of "original blessing" as opposed to "original sin" was startling at that time said a spokesperson. Participants will have an opportunity to be creative in coloring one of her mandalas, symbolic circle drawings.
Offerings from "Gathering Seed from a Medieval Mother Root" help support the women's ecumenical ministries of Church Women United for peace and justice, including its commitments to advancing the social and economic power of women.
Kristi Dawn Grabeal became the bride of Scott Jeremy Hayes in a 4 p.m. double ring ceremony Oct. 18, 1997, at the Cann Memorial Gardens. The couple's vows were solemnized by the Rev. David Clipson beneath a brass archway embellished with calla lilies, silk ivory roses, gold and black tulling, gold brocade ribbon and greenery. Tulle swags with bows made from ivory and gold satin ribbon marked the area of the ceremony and women guests received parchment cones decorated with black and gold netting and rosebuds and filled with rose petals.
The bride is the daughter of Rex and Billie Grabeal of Wetumka and the bridegroom is the son of John and Luree Hayes of Ponca City. The bride is the granddaughter of Jessie Grabeal of Wichita and Orrin and Evelyn Pederson of Ponca City are grandparents of the bridegroom.
Pre-recorded music played as guests arrived at the gardens and "The Parents Prayer" was played while the parents were seated. The traditional processional and recessional were included in the musical program. The bridegroom sang "Look At You Girl" before vows were exchanged.
The bride's floor length designer gown of ivory and gold satin brocade featured a scooped neckline and short sleeves. The fingertip length illusion veil incorporated ivory tulle etched with gold and was attached to a pearl tiara. She carried a bouquet of calla lilies and ivory silk roses accented with greenery and gold sheer ribbons.
Billie Grabeal served her daughter as Matron of Honor and Amy Hayes, sister of the bridegroom, was the bridesmaid. Both wore full length black designer dresses with scooped necklines and short sleeves. The cummerbund waistline was accentuated by black beads and a back bow. They wore gold and ebony necklaces and earrings, gifts from the bride, and carried individual arrangements of calla lilies nestled among silk ivory roses, black tulle and gold ribbon.
Ashley Wilkerson, cousin of the bride, was the flower girl. Her dress, created by Linda Harbaugh, aunt of the bride, was ankle length, styled with a black velvet bodice and black and gold full-skirted tulle. The skirt was attached in the back with a gold lame´ bustle bow. Her hair was adorned with a circle of silk ivory roses trimmed with black and gold. She wore an ebony and diamond heart necklace, a gift from the bride. She carried a gold basket filled with rose petals. Robert Wilkerson, cousin of the bride, was the ring bearer. He wore a black tuxedo and carried an ivory lace and pearl pillowcase detailed with black and gold bows.
Todd Hayes, brother of the bridegroom, served as Best Man and Ryan Kirkpatrick was the groomsman. Lindsey Mowrar served as an usher. The men in the wedding party wore traditional black tuxedos with ivory shirts.
Pam Allison of Ponca City attended the guest book. The table was marked with ivory tulling and gold bows. An engagement picture of the couple was encircled by baskets of rose petals.
The bridegroom's parents hosted the reception at their home. The meal was provided by Kevin Frazier of Ponca City and Joe Hayes of Tonkawa.
Coordinators for the reception were Lana Jones of Ponca City and Tori Frisk of Oklahoma City. The house was decorated with ivy and white twinkle lights. Ivory and gold tulling completed the decor. The tables were decorated with black tablecloths and centered with black candlestands with gold candles.
A four-tiered ivory wedding cake was highlighted by ivory and gold bows and full length streamers. Table accents included ivory tulling and gold votive candles. The bridegroom's chocolate cake with a strawberry cream cheese filling featured chocolate dipped strawberries. The top of the cake was iced with the initials of the bridegroom. Servers for the reception were Lisa Hutson and Dianna Simmons.
Among the special guests attending were Anna Hudson of Fairbury, Neb., great-grandmother of the bridegroom; Orrin and Evelyn Pederson and Jessie Grabeal, grandparents of the couple; Bob and Rose Castle of Wichita, Kan., Shryl Bernet of Oklahoma City, Ben and Linda Harbaugh of Tuttle, and Darryl and Belinda Wilkerson of Dallas, Texas.
Also Karen and Debbie Castle of Oklahoma City, Mike Sanders of Sanger, Texas, Marsha Pederson and Kristie Phillips, Oklahoma City, Dick and Susie Lusk of Texhoma, Brenda and Jessica Owens, Betty Aaron, Ferol Riggs and Vickie and Stefanie Winterrowd, all of Guymon.
Following a Caribbean cruise the newlywed couple resides at 114 Meadowbrook Village. The bride is the Education Editor for The Ponca City News and the bridegroom is co-owner of Hayes Real Estate and Auction Inc.
Pre-nuptial events included a rehearsal dinner at the Rusty Barrel hosted by the bridegroom's parents.
Thomas Lanners, pianist, will present a program of music by Fauré, Debussy and Chopin when Ponca City Federated Music Club meets Friday at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. Dessert and coffee will be served in the Fellowship Hall at 1 p.m. followed by the program in the sanctuary at 1:30 p.m. The business meeting will follow the program.
Thomas Lanners, Assistant Professor of Piano at Oklahoma State University, received both his Masters and Doctoral degrees in Piano Performance and Literature from the Eastman School of Music, where he was a student of Barry Snyder.
He earned his Bachelor of Music degree at Florida State University as a student of Leonidas Lipovetsky. Dr. Lanners also studied under John Perry, piano faculty member at the University of Southern California (at the Aspen Music Festival) and Jerome Lowenthal, head of the piano faculty at the Juilliard School (at the Music Academy of the West). He has performed in masterclasses for such renowned artists as Nelita True, Jeffrey Kahane, and Anton Nell. "Equally adept as a soloist and a collaborator", he was a member of the first graduate student Piano Trio-in-Residence at Eastman, and was a frequent guest on the Chamber Music Society of Ohio concert series while a faculty member at the University of Akron.
He was invited by the now deceased mezzo-soprano Jan DeGaetani to the Aspen Music Festival in 1989 as a full scholarship student to play for her Vocal Chamber Music Ensemble, and was hired in 1992 as a resident pianist at the Meadowmount Summer Music Camp for strings. Dr. Lanners has played orchestral piano for both the Canton and Akron Symphony Orchestras, and has adjudicated at several Ohio and Oklahoma Music Teachers Association competitions.
He traveled to Paris in July, 1997 to participate as a performer in the French Piano Institute, where he performed in masterclasses of Dominique Merlet and Pascal Devoyon, former piano faculty members of the Paris Conservatory and current faculty at the Geneva Conservatory and the Berlin Hochschule, respectively, and for renowned French pianist Cécile Ousset.
Hostesses for the Nov. 7 meeting are Ann Salmons, Neva Balduff, Bernice Baxter, Rose Marie Boggus, Rosalie Bolene, Ann Harlin, Audrey Jones and Joel Trout.
Mr. and Mrs. Skipp Kistler have established a home at 2425 West Lakeview in Stillwater following their recent marriage at the First United Methodist Church in Newkirk. He is the son of Stan and Sue Kistler, 24 Hillcrest, and the bride, the former Joy McCarty, is the daughter of Jack and Kaye McCarty of Newkirk.
The double ring vows were officiated in a 6:30 p.m. ceremony by the Rev. Troy Pults of Anadarko and Dr. William Chase of Newkirk. Sue Lippert, organist, played "Trumpet Voluntary" by Clarke as the processional and "Hymn to Joy" by Beethoven as the recessional. The musical prelude included selections of classical music. During the candlelighting "The Gift of Love" was sun by Marta Sullivan, Rebecca Christie and Phil Ross, aunts and uncle of the bride. Candlelighters were Laura Sullivan and Sarah Ross of Newkirk, cousins of the bride.
The bride was attired in a gown of ivory bridal satin designed with an A-line skirt and abbreviated train with lace and pearl embellishment. The fitted bodice of imported French lace and pearls featured a scooped neckline and short sleeves with an Empire waist. Her elbow length veil and blusher were secured by a pearl headband and she followed the tradition of something old, new, borrowed and blue and carried a sixpence in her shoe. Her blue garter belonged to her mother and something old was her great-grandmother's handkerchief; something borrowed were pearl earrings from her aunt, Rebecca Christie, and something new was her gown. The bride carried a mixture of burgundy, blue, purple and yellow flowers with trailing ivy.
Kara McCarty of Newkirk served her sister as Maid of Honor and bridesmaids were Kit McCarty of Newkirk, sister of the bride, and Leigh Anne Simmons of Tulsa. Each attendant wore a burgundy colored dress of bridal satin styled with a scooped neckline, short sleeves, and Empire waistline highlighted in back with satin roses. They carried bouquets identical to the bride's.
Best Man was Jason Mohler of Norman and serving as groomsmen were Chris Kelly of Dallas, Texas and Grady Lembke of Oklahoma City. Ushers were David Sullivan and Ryan Webber of Stillwater. The guest book was attended by Ginger Schultz of Blackwell, sister of the bridegroom.
Special guests included the bride's grandparents: Marie McCarty of Owasso and Mr. and Mrs. David Ross of Newkirk and the bridegroom's grandparents: Mrs. Ruth Kistler of Pawnee and Mr. and Mrs. Babe Fisher of Pawnee.
Other guests included the bridegroom's sister and family, Dr. and Mrs. Chip Schultz and Caitlin of Blackwell; uncles and aunts of the bride: Dr. and Mrs. Michael Sullivan of Ponca City, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Christie of Ponte Verde Beach, Fla. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy McCarty of Owasso and daughters, Lori and Michelle and Christine McCarty of Tulsa, and Mrs. and Mrs. Lewis Pratt of Fort Worth, Texas. Uncles and aunts of the bridegroom attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Fisher of Pawnee, Mr. and Mrs. John Day of Pawnee and Carolyn Fisher.
The parents of the bride hosted a reception at the Ponca City Country Club. The bridal party arrived at the reception riding in three antique cars with the newlywed couple being chauffeured by Don Naylor of Irving, Texas.
In Stillwater Mrs. Kistler is a graduate student in counseling at Oklahoma State University and the bridegroom is employed with Moore Industries.
TOPS OK 308 Chapter met Monday evening with Donna McCoy calling the meeting to order. Audrey Garroutte gave the devotional entitled, "Jesus is the Light of the World." Loretta Riley led the TOPS Pledge and Marietta Nelson led the TOPS Creed.
Delpha Clemens called the roll and Betty Flower gave the weight report. There was a four-way tie for best loser between Robert and Robinell Oldham, Mary Bryant and Joan Hendrickson. Natalie McCoy won the "Ha-Ha" pot. There were two visitors.
The program was an open discussion and it was announced that a "report card" contest would be beginning next week.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. It neither sells nor endorses products. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs, and contests are used to encourage weight loss.
Brief programs are presented each week and visitors are welcome to attend the meetings. Weigh-in time is 6:15 to 6:55 p.m. and meetings are a 7 p.m. on Mondays.
For more information contact Delpha Clemens, 762-2844, or Betty Flower, 765-5448.
The Northern Oklahoma Early Childhood Association (NOECA) will hold the annual meeting Monday at 7 p.m. at Pioneer Technology Center. The non-profit organization is composed of a variety of people concerned with education and the development of young children.
Those interested in more information about the group may contact Hollie Winslow, Chairperson of the Department of Human Services, 800-493-7982.
Speaker for the meeting will be Francene Allsup Bryant. She will be discussing her research concerning "The Legacy of Miracle Hill," and the events that led to the amendment of the 1953 Licensing law and later to the 1963 Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Act.
The children of Raymond and Lucille Patterson will host a reception on the occasion of the couple's 50th wedding anniversary. The event will be 2-4 p.m. Nov. 8 at Grand Central Station, 114 South Fifth. Friends and relatives are invited to attend and the couple requests no gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson are planning a celebration trip at a later date.
Raymond L. Patterson and the former Lucille E. Hunter were married Nov. 15, 1947 in a ceremony at the Hunter home officiated by the Rev. Lonnie Smith. They have resided in the Ponca City area since their marriage. Mr. Patterson retired from Witco after 34 years of service. Their hobbies include crafts, antiquing and traveling.
The honorees' children and their spouses are Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Patterson and Mr. and Mrs. Terry (Diana) Newlin of Ponca City. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson are also the parents of the late Rick L. Patterson.
Grandchildren are Ashley Patterson, Amie Patterson, Chad Patterson and Kyle Newlin.
Mr. and Mrs. James Patterson of Newkirk, former residents of Ponca City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. at Grand Central Station, 114 South Fifth. An open invitation is extended to friends and family to attend the event. The couple requests no gifts. Hosting the occasion will be their son and daughter-in-law Jim and Pat Patterson of Ponca City.
James Patterson and the former MaeBelle Modar were married Nov. 8, 1947 at the home of the bride in the Pleasant View community. Mr. Patterson served in the United States Army 1945-47 and was employed by LeeWay Motor Freight for 34 years. Mrs. Patterson was employed at Safeway for 20 years. His hobbies are his farm and cattle and hers are crocheting and craftwork.
Mr. and Mrs. Patterson have three grandchildren: Bradley Patterson of Colorado Springs, Colo., Mrs. Nicole Johnston of Norman and Lacy Patterson of Ponca City.
Doug and Shannon Wathor of Great Falls, Mont. have announced the birth of a son, Nicholas Allan, on Oct. 7, 1997. He weighed 8-pounds, 3-ounces and was 21 1/2-inches long. Paternal grandparents are Rick Wathor of Oklahoma City and the late Shari Wathor. Paternal great-grandparents are Kathleen Wathor of Newkirk and the late Ben Wathor.
Bob and Maurisa Pruett announce the birth of their fourth child, Taryn Elaine, at 2:58 a.m. Sept. 29, 1997 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She weighed 8-pounds, 5-ounces and was 20-inches long.
Taryn has a brother, Kiefer, and two sisters, Sydney and Mackenzie. Maternal grandparents are John M. and Barbara Dillard of Newkirk. Paternal grandparents are Ruby McCombs of Newkirk and Sonny and Lila Pruett of Ponca City.
Maternal great-grandparents are John T. and Estelle Dillard of Newkirk and Garrett and Evelyn Pittman of Ponca City. Paternal great-grandparents are Elsie Scafe of Ponca City and the late Edwin Mendenhall.
Announcing the birth of a daughter are Jim and Michelle Begwin of Nevis, West Indies. Halle Jane Begwin was born at 12:46 p.m. Oct. 23, 1997 at Jane Phillips Memorial Hospital in Bartlesville. She weighed 6-pounds, 11-ounces. Halle has a brother, Luke, 3-years-old.
Maternal grandparents are Jim and Kay Fouts of Bartlesville and paternal grandparents are Oran and Martha Begwin of Ponca City.
Amelia Ann Marie Brown is the name selected by Darren and Tina Brown, 417 South Sixth, for their daughter born at 7:08 p.m. Oct. 23, 1997 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. She weighed 6-pounds, 14-ounces and was 19 1/4-inches long. She has two brothers, Ryan and Blake.
Maternal grandparents are Guy and Pat Schissler of Ponca City and paternal grandparents are Leota Brown of Ponca City, Otis and Norma Brown of Ponca City. Great-grandparents are Myrtle Dethloff of Ponca City and Maurine Schimmel of Platte City, Mo.
Meghan Rhea Kelly was born at 1:23 a.m. Oct. 26, 1997 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center to Michael and Rhonda Kelly of Ponca City. She weighed 7-pounds, 10-ounces and was 21-inches long. Her brother is Chris Spaich.
Paternal grandparents are Roger and Nancy Mooney of Marland and maternal grandparents are Ronald and Hazel McChristy of Kansas City, Kan. Great-grandparents are Frances Case and Dewey Kelly of Ponca City and C. L. McChristy of Little Rock, Ark.
Chris and Lisa Foster have announced the birth of a daughter Oct. 15, 1997 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, Kan. The baby was named Makenzie Mae Foster and weighed 8-pounds, 15-ounces.
Grandparents are Roy and Delores Swain of Ponca City and Bill Foster of Denver, Colo. and the late Gloria Foster. Great-grandmother is Antoinette Rossi of Denver, Colo.
Billy and Kimberly Higgins, 208 South Birch, are announcing the birth of a daughter, Kaitlyn Marie, at 12:24 a.m. Oct. 10, 1997 at the Stillwater Medical Center.
Grandparents are Scott and Bonnie Boike of Ponca City, Peggy Lea Higgins of Hutchinson, Kan. and Billy Ray Higgins of Ponca City.
Great-grandparents are Vernon Ryan of Sumner, Iowa. Billy and Norma Higgins of Ponca city, Mr. Boffman of Hutchinson, Kan., R. Q. and Wanda Spencer of Newkirk, and the late Bonnie Louise Ryan, the late Russell Boike and the late Mary Jane Boike.
Curtis and Ella Wathor of Peculiar, Mo. have announced the birth of a son, Kyle Benjamin, on Oct. 21, 1997. He weighed 9-pounds, 3-ounces and measured 24 1/4-inches long. He has a sister, Kaitlin Nicole, 21-months-old.
Maternal grandparents are Don and Melva Walden of Geneva, Neb. and paternal grandparents are Kathleen Wathor of Newkirk and the late Ben Wathor.
Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to the home bound participating in the Wheatheart Nutrition Project. For more information call 767-1620. Wheatheart Nutrition Menus for this week are as follows:
Monday, Nov. 3: Hamburger steak with beef gravy; mashed potatoes; tossed salad; biscuit with butter; mixed fruit.
Tuesday, Nov. 4: Turkey Tetrazzini; orange juice; buttered carrots; whole wheat roll with butter; molded red applesauce.
Wednesday, Nov. 5: Swedish meatballs with rice; buttered broccoli; pineapple and bananas; muffin with butter; iced raisin peanut butter spice bar.
Thursday, Nov. 6: Sliced turkey; mashed potatoes with gravy; tomato juice; seasoned green beans; whole wheat roll with butter; cherry cobbler.
Friday, Nov. 7: Ham; beans; tomato relish; cornbread with butter; fruit cocktail cake.
John L. Kominicki, Vice President and Publisher, has announced that Marilyn Harmon of Blackwell has been named a finalist for the 16th annual Journal Record Woman of the Year Award, which recognizes excellence in Oklahoma's business community. The sponsors of the program are Express Personnel Services, Southwestern Bell, OG&E Electric Services, JC Penney and KOCO Channel 5.
Harmon and other finalists will be honored in a upcoming special publication. "50 Making a Difference," and will go on to vie for Woman of the Year honors. The winner of the award will be announced at a special dinner Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Oklahoma City Marriott Hotel. Glamour Shots of Oklahoma is providing a professional portrait publication.
Seats for the awards dinner are available at $50 per seat or $500 for a table of ten. Corporate table sponsorships are $1500. The package includes a table for eight or ten, a 1/2 page ad in the publication, special sponsor recognition and an invitation to a champagne reception prior to the dinner with guest speaker ABC news anchor Cokie Roberts. Checks can be mailed to Woman of the Year, c/o The Journal Record, P.O. Box 26370, Oklahoma City, OK., 73126-0370.
The Enid Junior Welfare League will be hosting an Arts and Crafts extravaganza called "Christmas on Maine Street". The event is set for Nov. 15, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the Cherokee Strip Conference Center in Enid. All proceeds go to local charities and exhibitors from all over the state will be on hand. The public is invited to attend.
The Friends of the Cultural Center Museum Foundation, Inc. will meet Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. on the sun porch of the center. Meeting with them will be representatives from the Matrix Architectural firm. The future of the center and plans to achieve goals will be discussed. Anyone interested in the future of the Ponca City Cultural Center is asked to attend this meeting.
Lisa Reneé Hill and Matthew John Branum were united in a 4 p.m. ceremony Oct. 18, 1997 at Pioneer Christian Church. The double ring vows were solemnized by the Rev. Leland Peterson from Woodlands Christian Church. Taped musical selections included "Trumpet Voluntary," "Because You Loved Me," "Faithfully" and a traditional processional and recessional. Assisting with decorations at the church were Mary Ladd, Jody Surber, Carol Collins, Nannette Hill, Kelle Robison and Sherry Boisvert.
The bride is the daughter of Ron and Sherri Hill, 1117 South Fourth, and the granddaughter of Charles and Barbara Planty of Colorado Springs, Colo., V. T. Hill of Ponca City and the late Jerri Hill. The bridegroom is the son of Cal and Karen Branum, 209 Virginia, and the grandson of the late Jack and Ellen Branum and the late Howard and Marge Hauan.
The bride wore a designer gown of Crystal organza and Schiffli embroidery in an antebellum style. The draped overskirt was gathered to embroidered medallions of pearls and lace and the gown was designed with a sweetheart neckline and dropped waist. The puffed sleeves were edged with ruffled lace accentuated by pearls. Her pearl necklace, borrowed from an aunt, had belonged to her late paternal grandmother. The bride wore a veil created by her mother. Fashioned of tulle, it was pearl edged and scattered with seed pearls and secured by a braided pearl circlet. She carried a bouquet of silk burgundy roses, pale pink rosebuds, baby's breath and greenery with pearl hearts, pink and burgundy ribbon streamers.
Maid of Honor was Jamie Rogers. She wore a tea length pink Damask gown trimmed with pointed embroidery and pearls and wore a garland of burgundy tea roses in her hair. She carried a long-stemmed burgundy rosebud accented by miniature pink rosebuds, baby's breath and pink and burgundy streamers.
Serving as bridesmaids were Bonnie Hill, sister of the bride, and Shelley Branum, sister of the bridegroom. Each wore a tea length burgundy damask dress styled identically to the honor attendant's. They wore burgundy rose circlets in their hair and each carried a long-stemmed pink rosebuds, miniature pink rosebuds, babies breath and burgundy and pink ribbon streamers. The bridesmaid dresses were created by Diane Thornton as a gift.
The flower girls, Lauren Soutter and Katie Hill, sister of the bride, wore white satin dresses adorned with pearls and burgundy sashes and bows. They wore circlets of miniature burgundy roses in their hair.
Jim Soutter served as Best Man and groomsmen were Jerry Hazelbaker and Phillip Branum, brother of the bridegroom. Ushers were Aaron Hill and Cody Warner. The guest book was attended by Terri Hill, cousin of the bride. Logan Soutter was the ringbearer.
Hosting a reception at the fellowship hall of the church were Kari Payne and Kelli Robison. Assisting were Sallie Hill, Andrea Hill, Lori Collins, Brenda Womack, all cousins of the bride. A post-nuptial dinner was held at the home of the bridegroom's parents. Assisting with the event were Barb Robackouski, Ken and Diane Kruk.
Wedding guests included the bride's maternal grandparents, Charles and Barbara Planty, an uncle and aunt, Robin and Sherry Boisvert, all of Colorado Springs, Colo., and the bride's uncle James Johnson of Concord, N. H. Relatives of the bridegroom attending were an aunt and uncle and cousins, Cynthia and Sal Genco, Paul and Angi of Madison, Wis., a cousin, Barbara Robackouski of Wonder Lake, Ill., an aunt and uncle, Jackie and Rollo Watkins of Springfield, Mo. and cousins, Andrew and Ruthanne Genco of Little Rock. Ark.
The newlywed couple has established a home at 110 East Sharp in Perkins. The bridegroom is manager and the bride is Associate Manager for Little Caesar's Pizza in Stillwater.
A pre-nuptial bridal shower was held Sept. 28 at the home of Karen Beard. Hostesses were Ms. beard, Betty Dunn and Kelle Robison.
The Oct. 8 meeting of the Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club began with a program by Tom Bergey from the Golden Trowel Herb Farm in Newalla. He gave a demonstration on "Cooking With Herbs" at the Cann Garden Center. Hostess was Jean Buskirk, assisted by Michiel Landers. Bergey prepared several dishes using herbs and gave the members useful tips on growing and cooking with herbs.
Cathy Davis, Ms. Landers and Ms. Buskirk were in charge of the Serendipity table for the month. Mary Ann Potter, president, presided at the meeting. Aline Heartsill reported on the Oct. 1 meeting of the Ponca City Garden Club Council and the Oct. 7 district convention at Will Rogers Park in Oklahoma City.
The Nov. 12 meeting of Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club will be held at the center with Barbara Miller as hostess, assisted by Joni Dyer. The Serendipity table will be in care of Ms. Miller, Ms. Dyer and Gael Hancock.
The Parks and Recreation Department is offering three different exercise formats to help participants "shape up and feel great." Participants may choose or mix any of six classes offered weekly to create a fun and challenging cross-training experience.
All classes are coed and are open to the public. New attendees may participate in the first class free of charge. Cost is $30 per month. If a minimum of five co-workers, club members, family or friends sign up at the same time the cost will be $25 per month per member.
All formats are set to music, including top 40, jazz, funk, country and classic. Classes are constructed on a follow the leader format, showing low-impact variation. Classes are led by Yolanda Trant, a Ponca City instructor for 18 years.
Class schedule and formats are: Jazzercise: the original dance exercise class that offers a blend of jazz dance and exercise science. This includes a warm-up, 30-minute aerobic workout, muscle toning and strengthening with weights and concluding with a final stretch.
Circuit: This format intermingles aerobic routines with strength routines using weights and x-ertubes resulting in a high energy muscle powered class.
Step: Low-impact high intensity routines are performed with a variety of movements utilizing a four-six-inch step. A toning and stretch segment is added to complete a total body workout.
Class starts Nov. 3 with the evening class beginning at 5:30 p.m. The schedule is : Monday and Wednesday/Jazzercise; Friday/Step Circuit.
All classes are held at the Unity Recreation Center, 1908 East Woodlands. For more information contact the Parks and Recreation Department, 767-0432, or Yolanda, 762-7243.
The Rev. Elsie Tipton of Arkansas City, Kan. officiated at the wedding of her son, Gary Iralend Tipton, and Sharon Sue Broadhead Oct. 25, 1997. The double ring vows were solemnized in a 2 p.m. ceremony at the Ponca City Cultural Center. Leslie Rardin, pianist, played a variety of compositions.
Decorations included a brass candelabrum with ivory colored candles resting on a lace doily encircled with ivy and babies breath and a unity candle similarly adorned. A lace doily topped with a vase holding two roses and babies breath marked the guest book table. Attending the table were the bride's granddaughters, Ashlee Newman, Sarah Balsam and Leah Broadhead.
The bride is the daughter of the late Marvin Carr and the late Frances Mapes. The bridegroom is the son of Bob and Elsie Tipton of Arkansas City, Kan.
For her wedding the bride selected an antique white slubbed silk suit with straight skirt and peplum back. The lapels were detailed with scalloped lace trim in a floral motif embellished with crystals. She also wore pearl earrings, necklace and bracelet and her diamond bracelet was borrowed from her daughter. She also wore a ring created from the diamonds in her mother's and grandmother's wedding rings. The bride carried a long-stemmed blush-tipped cream rose and babies breath. The bridegroom's boutonniere was created in the same design. The bride was escorted by her daughter, Kim Slater, and son, Louis Broadhead Jr.
The reception was held at the newlywed couple's home, 3008 Meadow Lane. The bridegroom is employed with Continental Carbon Company. They plan a wedding trip to Niagara Falls, N. Y. at a later date.
Guests were the bride's daughter and children, Kim Slater, Daniel Ashlee and Sarah of Topeka, Kan.; the bride's son and daughter-in-law and children, Louis and Cindy Broadhead Jr., Leah and Levi of Russellville, Ark.; the bride's sister, Shirley Green of Topeka, Kan. and the bride's niece, Penny Monthey of Topeka, and Merle and Jean Fowler of Emporia, Kan.
The Braman United Methodist Women's Service Group at Braman United Methodist Church is getting ready for the Annual Supper and Bazaar, scheduled this year on Nov. 5 at the church.
Hand-made and home-made crafts and baked goods will be available for purchase at 2 p.m. and throughout the evening it was announced. The women of the church will prepare roast turkey and dressing dinner or barbequed brisket with all the trimmings, including homemade pie to serve from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost will be $5 for adults and $2.50 for children, four through 11 years of age. Three-year-olds and under with their parents will eat free.
The Service Group, led by Vanda Leah Vaughn, will have several quilts for auction, also comforters, throws, rugs and a few miscellaneous items. They have been working on an original pattern they have named "Irene's Cabin." It is a king-sized quilt or a queen-sized bedspread for over the pillows and to the floor. It is in black, white and gray print with red accents. There are also matching pillows to be sold with it.
The second hand-quilted quilt is a sampler for a regular or queen-sized bed. It is in colors of dusky green, light plum and blue green. A Double Wedding Ring quilt is in dark blue print with country blue and rose accents, for either a regular or queen sized bed.
The fourth hand-quilted quilt is a multi-colored "Improved Nine Patch", with 88 blocks, each in a different cotton print. It is large enough for a king-sized bed.
The last large hand-quilted quilt can be used on either a regular or queen-sized bed. It is the "Road to Oklahoma" pattern in peach, burgundy and aqua.
The women also have two double knit comforters, three single knit cuddly throws and a black and orange, very warm throw or coverlet for winter sports events. They have four or more hand-quilted baby quilts, and some handmade double knit rugs and some rag rugs. These items will be auctioned at 7:30 p.m. after the meal in the Fellowship Hall of the Braman Church.
Other handmade and homemade crafts and baked goods will be available to buy as priced, starting at 2 p.m. and throughout the evening.
Doyle Steffen and Laile Wilson will conduct the auction at approximately 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome to come and join in the fun.
The funds raised by the evening of fun and good food will help support Boys Ranch, United Methodist Children's Home, Willard Home, Cookson Hills Mission, Wesley Foundation, Campus Crusade for Christ, Contact Point, Feed the Children, Braman Community Swimming Pool and Summer Baseball.
The organization also helps missionaries - Danny Sherman in Mexico, Artura Chacon of Costa Rico, serving in the Near East and Latin America, as well as Velma Childers. In the spring, the United Methodist women sponsor a banquet for Braman graduating seniors where each senior is presented with a personalized Bible.
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By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
Ponca City got the kind of defensive effort it was looking for but couldn't get its offense untracked against the big and speedy Sand Springs defenders in dropping a 20-6 decision to the No. 4 Sandites here Friday night.
The loss to unbeaten Sand Springs finished off any hopes of a 5-5 season, but the 3-6 Wildcats have a chance to go out on a winning note when they host last-place Shawnee next Friday.
Coach Rick Sodowsky is looking for more support against Shawnee after the Cats played before their smallest home crowd of the season Friday.
Although it got a bit windy in the second half, the temperature was mild for late October. However, many Ponca City fans evidently decided to go Trick or Treating.
Playing the Sandites was no treat for the Poncans as Sand Springs used a big and active defensive line to hold the Wildcats to just 19 yards in total offense in the first half.
"Speed is the name of the game in high school football," Po-Hi coach Rick Sodowsky said. "I think Sand Springs is probably better defensively than they are offensively. They are big and fast."
The Sandites ate up most of the clock in the first part of the game, but had trouble putting the ball in the end zone and led 13-0 at the intermission.
The Wildcats regained some offensive control in the second half, taking the kickoff and unleashing a 13-play drive 51 yards, but it bogged down at the Sand Springs 34.
Later in the third period, the Wildcats reached the Sand Springs 22, but a fourth-and-two plunge by tailback Toby Redleaf came up just inches short.
Three plays later, just seconds into the fourth quarter, Sand Springs quarterback Keith Hooks found the crease in the Wildcat defense and rambled 30 yards for the clinching score.
Ponca City avoided being shut out with just seconds left in the game as quarterback Eric Michael teamed with split end Wes Swygert on a 21-yard touchdown pass.
The Wildcats finished with 157 yards in offense, 99 passing. Sand Springs, behind a 163-yard performance by tailback Marc Brown, amassed 338 yards on the ground and 44 yards passing.
But while the Sandites moved the ball well, they had problems with a stubborn Ponca City defense.
A 48-yard sweep by Brown on the Sandites' first possession, carried to the Wildcat 16. But the Poncans stiffened and Sand Springs settled for a 37-yard field goal by Kevin King.
The punting of Ponca City's Ryan Treadway kept Sand Springs pinned back in the shadow of its own goal line for the rest of the first period.
The Wildcats got field position out of those exchanges, starting series at the Sand Springs 41 and 38. But the Cats couldn't turn those advantages into points.
Early in the second quarter Sand Springs put together a long, stuttering drive. Starting at their own 20, the Sandites moved out to near midfield but fell victim to two holding penalties and an illegal motion call. But that was all wiped out on a third-and-23 pass interference call against the Poncans. That gave Sand Springs a first down on the 48. Seven plays later fullback Pedro Negron crashed into the end zone from the 6 to give Sand Springs a 10-0 lead.
Negron, the Sandites' leading rusher and scorer, was tossed out of the game early in the second half and could miss next week's season finale and the first playoff game.
In the final minutes of the first half, Sand Springs benefited from another pass interference call against the Wildcats and drove to the 1-yard line. But two stabs by the Sandites into the line failed to cross the goal line and Sand Springs got only a 22-yard field goal by King for its effort.
"Our kids played hard." Sodowsky said, "And they'll play hard next week."
Sand Springs 20, Ponca City 6
Sand Springs 3 10 0 7 - 20
Ponca City 0 0 0 6 - 6
Scoring
Sand Springs - field goal, King 37
Sand Springs - Negron, 6 run; King kick
Sand Springs - field ghoa, King 22
Sand Springs - Hooks, 30 run;King kick
Ponca City - Swygert, 21 pass from Michael; pass failed
Individual Statistics
Rushing
Ponca City - Roland 16-39, Michael 10-27, Redleaf 5-14, Harrison 1-5, Tillman 1-1, Terry 1-2. Sand Springs - Brown 16-163, Negron 11-59, Hooks 14-52, Bllard 2-41, King 1-24, Langley 1-1, Jackson 1- (-1)
Passing
Ponca City - Michaels 7-10-1 99. Sand Sporings - Hooks 3-7 44
Receiving
Ponca City - Swygert 4-79, Treadway 3-20. Sand Springs 2-34, Mallory 1-20
Statistics
Ponca S-S
First Downs 9 15
Rushing, yards 34-58 47-338
Passing yards 99 44
Comp-attempts 7-10-1 3-7-0
Punts-Avg 5-393-40
Fumbles-lost 0-0 0-0
Penalties-yards 6-55 8-68
By FRED HILTON
News Sports Editor
TULSA - Ponca City's Paul Paschal became an All-State cross country honoree for the second straight year Saturday as the state Class 6A meet.
Paschal finished sixth among 119 runners with a time of 16:35 over the 3.1-mile course. It was the second top 10 finish for the junior harrier.
Another Wildcat qualifier, Nathan Zimmerman, was 43rd with a time of 17:50.
In the girls' division, Lady Wildcat sophomore Amanda Cobb finished 102nd with a time of 14:30 over the two-mile course,
"I have never coached a two-time All-Stater," Po-Hi coach Kelly Chaney said Saturday, "and Paul has a real good chance of being an All-State runner for a third time."
Paschal started the race on his usual steady pace, finishing the first 400 meters in 1:12, just three seconds behind the leaders, Zimmerman was right behind in 1:13.
After 800 meters, Paschal was in a large group of front runners and was timed in 1:28. Again Zimmerman was right behind in 2:30.
At the one-mile mark, as the runners started to stretch out, Paschal was ninth while Zimmerman had started to fall off the pace.
After two miles, Paschal had started to falter, falling further behind the leaders. It was as if he had hit the wall.
"After two mile I was 12th and thought about quitting," Paschal admits. "I was really tired. But then I got to thinking that you can never give up. I started to believe in myself again."
Paschal put on a surge that carried him up to fourth place at two and three-quarter miles.
But that surge left him drained and two runners passed him just before he reached the finish line.
"I just didn't have a kick left," he said.
But after it was over, the Wildcat was felling good about himself again.
"I was pretty comfortable with the way I ran. I had something to prove. I was rated 16th before the meet and that made me mad."
"Paul is a real hard worker," Chaney said. "He runs all summer and also runs track. He's a great competitor.
"Nathan is another of our up-and-coming runners," the coach added. "this is the first time he's qualified for the state met and he did real well.
"Amanda is a young runner who shows a lot of promise. She should be even better next year."
TONKAWA - The NOC Lady Mavericks basketball team will begin their quest for another conference championship Tuesday, taking on Hutchinson at home.
The Lady Mavs hope to build on their success from last season, a season which saw them go 20-11 (9-1 in conference) en route to the Conference Co-Championship which they shared with Seminole.
But playing up to that standard won't be easy. The Lady Mavs graduated four starters from last years' team, including 5-10 All-Region player Lynetta Geter who averaged 17 points a game last season and now stars with the NCAA division I Northern Arizona Lumberjacks.
Also missing this year is 6-2 Sherry Butts, the Lady Mavs' big inside threat, who's moved on to play with NAIA Central Methodist in Missouri. Talented 5-7 guard Jill Kliewer also graduated to leave a hole in the Mavs' lineup, and plays now with the Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs.
That's a bundle of talent and experience gone, but the Mavs hope to fill the ranks with a few returning starters and a talent-laden freshman class.
"It is a two-year school, so you have a lot of turnover," says 15th year head coach Greg Krause, "but Seminole and just about everyone else in this conference is in the same boat we are."
Luckily for the Lady Mavericks, their two returning starters have more than their fair share of talent.
The Lady Mavs' biggest scoring threat this year comes in the form of 5-9 small forward Michelle Brown, who averaged 9.3 points and eight rebounds last year, was named to the All Bi-State West team and has already caught the attention of several NCAA division I schools.
Brown brings superior quickness to the Mavs. Her strength offensively is off the drive, and that quickness also translates to defensive power - both under the net as a leading rebounder, and one-on-one as she led the team in steals last year.
"Michelle is extremely competitive, including every day of practice," Krause says. "Her intensity and athletic ability create a lot of opportunities for us."
Also returning to start for the Lady Mavericks is 5-5 point guard Brandi McClellan. McClellan averaged 6.1 points last year and 4.2 assists, and - perhaps most significantly - is an outstanding team captain.
"She's a key team leader," Krause says, "very positive, very straightforward. She's a very vocal leader, and a very solid point guard."
Also returning as a potential starter is 6-0 Mandy Perkins in the post position. Perkins averaged 4.4 points and five rebounds last season, and asserted herself as a very physical player on both ends of the court.
"She plays great position and is very strong on the boards," says Krause, "she's a strong offensive rebounder, but defense is her strength. She's very effective at neutralizing the offensive post play."
To round off the Lady Mavs' starting roster, Krause can pick and choose from a list of nine highly qualified freshmen, including 6-3 Ponca City standout and All-State alternate Lyndsey Warrior. Warrior averaged 13.5 points, seven rebounds and 4.2 blocks a game with the Lady Wildcats.
Warrior isn't likely to start right away, but Krause calls her a "very exciting prospect," and expects her to be a factor on defense, especially with her shot-blocking skills. "She's doing a great job," Krause says, "she runs well and shoots a very effective turnaround jumper, too."
Leading the list of freshmen starters is 5-11 All-Stater Stephanie Stovall from Putnam City West. Stovall averaged 12.1 points and 6.5 rebounds per game while leading the Patriots to a 17-10 record and the 6A State Tournament quarterfinals.
"Stephanie is an outstanding offensive threat, and we will expect her to contribute immediately," says Krause.
Also expected to start is 5-10 Shannon Hands, another standout from Putnum City West. Hands averaged 12.5 points for the Patriots, and poses a formidable three point threat.
Another potential starter is 6-0 Jessica Garner, who averaged 17 points, nine rebounds and two blocks a game for the 2A Colcord Hornets. Garner was All-Conference player three years in a row and could start at forward for the Mavs.
Also, 5-10 Renee Reese, who averaged 17.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and shot a stellar 40 percent from three point range for the Tonkawa Buccaneers could provide immediate impact for the Lady Mavs.
Tipoff for the Lady Mavs is at 6 p.m. Season tickets are available for $35 through the NOC Office of Financial Affairs, located in the west end of the Vineyard Library-Administration building
TONKAWA - NOC basketball coach Mick Weiberg is looking for big things from his team this season. After finishing a lackluster 14-16 last season, the Mavericks have since grown in the off season into what Weiberg believes is one of the best teams he's had in a long time.
Weiberg, in his tenth year as head coach of the Mavs, compares their work ethic to that of the 94-95 Mavericks - a team that won the Bi-State West conference championship - but said this team is also more talented. And that gives them something they haven't had in awhile - depth.
"There's no one on this team who can't contribute," says Weiberg.
Depth will also affect the Mavs' style of play this season, and Weiberg has tried to adjust his coaching to fit with what he thinks his team does best.
"We're going to go a little more up-tempo this year," he says, "we'll let 'em run, give them the opportunity to win, and I think they'll like it. We're going to be a pressing team, too."
Because they have a deep bench, Weiberg says the starting line-up could change from game to game, depending on the match up. But it will likely be anchored by transfer students Marland Towns and Zack Cazzelle.
Towns, a 6-5, 215 pound sophomore transfer from Arkansas brings a big frame and a physical style of play to the Mavs. Basketball Ti