From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Monday, November
17, 1997
LOCAL
Nearly News
Letters
P.C. Educators at National Gifted Children Convention
NOC Homecoming Nov. 22
Diabetes Group To Hear Former Local Physician
Where To Vote
Oil & Gas Report
Marland Estate Panel Considers Repairs to Doors
Teen Arrested After Drive-By Shooting Sunday
DEATHS
Jack Clinton Courtney
Andrew James Harney Sr.
Mary Callye Marrs
Services Pending
Marguerite Komma
Wilbur Groom
NEWS BRIEFS
LIFESTYLES
Xi Zeta Lambda Chapter Names November Plans
Ask Anne & Nan
Little News
AAUW Meets
Chi Omega Meeting
SPORTS
Swimmers Improving Quickly
NN sends congratulations to Michael Hays, 14-year-old Ponca Citian, on his accomplishments in the field of shooting, and possibly on his future as a writer. Michael had an informative letter about his experiences in the Ponca City Junior Rifle Club printed in the November 1997 issue of NRA Insights, Magazine for Junior Shooters. Michael, who started shooting with the Rifle Club at age 12, is now working on his Distinguished expert rating. He gives credit for his shooting accomplishments to club directors Jim and Nancy Barnett and to his NRA firearms instructors. Michael is the son of Linda Hays, 2032 John. NN sends a "well done" Michael's way.
Don't Sell Land
I understand Sen. Nickles recently introduced legislation to sell critical public land in nearby Osage County. He advocates selling land owned by you and me. The plan gives original landowners first option to buy and the remaining land being auctioned off.
The Corps of Engineers acquired the land for the Candy Lake project in the 1960s. Around Jan. 1, 1997, Congress deauthorized the project, due to longstanding mineral rights opposition from the Osage Tribe.
Involved is an unprecedented decision of what to do with a reservoir that isn't. What lies in the balance is 3,700 acres of mixed lands with prime hardwoods, pristine Osage County.
Flood control is but one of three critical benefits of Corps projects. The other benefactors are municipal water supplies and outdoor recreation, a multi-billion dollar industry.
If we look out west, we foresee the inevitable. The once might Colorado River barely makes it to the ocean, as its water is being tapped to the limit by several western states. It's all too obvious the water dependency future generations will have for Corps reservoirs, even in Oklahoma. In fact, there are serious problems right now with Lake Eucha, the water supply for Tulsa and 16 other communities.
As for recreation, I testify outdoor opportunities have made me environmentally conscious and a more productive citizen. I ask how can our current and future generations gain a respect for our greatest natural resource without access to it, or, sadly, if any is left to access. Outdoor recreation and ecology will suffer if left to a "progressive" society ill-planned for its needs.
Rep. Coburn as well as senators Inhofe and Nickles say they support the individual's right to own land. I totally agree, but, as previously stated, the Candy project lands are owned by you and me. We should keep them, the Osage Tribe may, in time, grant another opportunity for one of those beautiful northeast Oklahoma lakes. If the tribe never permits a like, then we have 3,700 acres Oklahoma wildlife can call home.
Rep. Coburn didn't bother to attend the recent town meetings in Barnsdall. However, if public opinion proves itself strong, we may keep an invaluable public property.
Fax Sen. Nickles your response (202) 224-6008 or call him at (202) 224-5754. Rep. Frank Lucas' bid to sell the Black Kettle grasslands in western Oklahoma wasn't bought by the public, either.
Sen. Nickles, Oklahoma sportsmen/women and conservationists expect more of you.
Thomas Henley
Parade a Tribute
This years Veterans Day Parade was truly a tribute to the veterans that served this country so well for so many years.
Probably one of the most touching moments for me was at the Legion where a number of veterans were physically helped on the tram because they could no longer make the walk. It took a maximum amount of effort on their part just to be there and I salute them for the patriotism.
The Mystery P-51 fighter that gave us a very pleasant surprise with a couple of "low" passes belonged to Mr. Enns of Tulsa and brought a lot of great comments.
Probably the only disappointment in this year's parade was the lack of area bands. Unfortunately, there was a band contest scheduled on this Veterans Day weekend and Ponca City and all of the surrounding bands attended. If you would like to have our local and area bands in next year's parade, please write to OMEA (Oklahoma Music Education Assn.), Attn: Jerry Huffer, P.O. Box 2015, Duncan, OK 73534 and ask them to please schedule this band contest either prior to or after the Veterans Day holiday so that bands can support their communities.
Chuck Gregg
Who's Next?
There have been 5 million farmers extinguished since 1933 went broke, etc.
I wonder what industry is next on Washington, D.C.'s list?
Yours for a profit in agriculture.
Lyman Knapp
Linda Powers and Irene Baird attended the 44th annual Convention of the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) which was held Nov. 5-9 in Little Rock, Ark.
Among those presenting sessions for educators and parents at the Convention were Dr. Joyce Van Tassel-Baska from the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Va.
NAGC is the principal membership association for educators and parents who believe that challenging and appropriate educational opportunities are necessary to enable every child to achieve his or her full potential. Approximately 2,500 attendees from across the United States, Canada and other countries participated in convention sessions and special activities designed to address the needs of gifted students.
In a presentation entitled, "The School Wide Enrichment Model," Dr. Joseph Renzulli focused on specific strategies used in a variety of schools with students of different ages and demographic backgrounds. This model, which is based on more than 15 years of research, is a comprehensive system for infusing "high-end" learning into total school improvement efforts.
Other speakers at the Convention included David Feldman, Director of the Developmental Science Group at Tufts University, and Maureen DiMarco, former Secretary of Child Development and Education for the State of California.
For more information about NAGC, contact Peter D. Rosenstein, Executive Director of the National Association for Gifted Children at (202) 785-4268. For more information about the local gifted program, contact Linda Powers, Ponca City Public Schools' Curriculum Facilitator, at 767-8000, ext. 252.
TONKAWA - "Carried Away" is the theme for Northern Oklahoma College Homecoming Nov. 22 with students, alumni and friends invited to attend the activities.
Saturday afternoon the Lady Mavericks and Mavericks basketball teams will face Carl Albert State College Vikings in Foster-Piper Fieldhouse.
Tipoff time is 2 p.m. for the women and 4 p.m. for the men. The Homecoming Queen, selected by vote of the students, faculty and staff from among five finalists, will be crowned during half-time of the men's game.
Campus organizations and residence halls will hand out spirit banners in the fieldhouse as part of the Homecoming Spirit competition. The Spirit Winds band, directed by Dineo Heilmann, and the Northern cheerleading squad will be on hand to cheer the teams to victory.
The Roustabouts, Northern's traveling musical show troupe, will bring their vivacious and colorful new show to the Northern Performing Arts Center for a 7 p.m. performance. "The dynamic mixture of great retro songs and great new songs has something for everyone," according to Jennie Olson, vocal director. The show is free.
At 8:30 p.m. country and western singer Dan Seals will take the stage. General admission tickets for his performance may be purchased in advance through the Northern Office of Financial Affairs, telephone (580) 628-6231.
Following the Seals concert, Northern students will be "carried away" to the East Gym for the Homecoming Dance. Eskimo Joe's Road Crew will provide music and will give away Eskimo Joe paraphernalia.
According to Jason Johnson, dean of men and Student Senate sponsor, campus organizations and residence halls will present Homecoming skits at the "That's No Bull Revue" Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the NPAC.
Terry Ballard, assistant Lady Mavericks coach, will be master of ceremonies, introducing the basketball teams, cheerleaders and Homecoming Queen finalists. Following the show, the audience will parade to the Pepfire rally held by the cheerleaders behind the fieldhouse.
Former Ponca City physician Dean Hinz, M.D., is scheduled as the guest speaker at the Kay County Diabetes Support Group meeting set for Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at the Grand Avenue Church of Christ, 1300 West Grand.
Hinz has established a family practice in Edmond and is affiliated with the Mercy Network. He will be discussing new treatment options for diabetes.
Before moving to the metro area, Hinz had established a family practice office in Ponca City. His practice opened in 1981 and specialized in geriatrics and diabetes. He also served as the first physician advisor for the St. Joseph diabetes education program.
In addition to being Board Certified by the American Board of Family Practice, Hinz is also a professional member of the American Diabetes Association. He and his wife, Marilyn, have two children, Kelli and Christopher. This special meeting of the Kay County Support Group is in recognition of National Diabetes Month and is sponsored by Boehringer Mannheim Corp. Refreshments will be provided and all interested individuals are invited to attend.
Ponca City precincts will be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday for the Fire Station Renovation Sales Tax Vote. All registered voters who live within the city limits of Ponca City are eligible to vote.
The following regular polling places will be used:
413 Presbyterian Church, Fourteenth and Grand, Ponca City.
414 Pioneer Christian Church, 1701 East Hubbard (Resthaven) Road
419 Community Christian Church, 2109 West Grand, Ponca City
503 Central Baptist Church, 618 East Hartford
504 Grace Episcopal Church, Thirteenth and Grand
507 Sunset Baptist Church, 915 West Greenwood
516 Southside Baptist Church, 1518 South Fifth Street
517 St. Mary's Parish Center, 408 South Eighth
523 Church of Christ, 1300 West Grand
527 Union School, 2617 North Union
530 Pioneer Technology Center, 2101 North Ash
532 Unity Gym, 1908 East Woodland
533 Trout School 2109 East Prospect
534 Northeast Baptist Church, 2200 North Pecan
Showing ability to produce a combined 123 barrels of oil per day plus 292,000 CF gas, five new producers have been deepened in Osage County's Burbank Field, from one-half mile east of Little Chief to 1.2 miles southwest of Little Chief. Burbank Petroleum Co. is the operator.
The wells are designated a the Nos. 13, 12, 2, 10 and 13 Burbank.
They came in pumping 8, 5, 30, 5 and 35 barrels of oil per day, plus 85,000, 102,000, 25,000, 45,000 and 35,000 gas, respectively.
Production will be from the Mississippian Lime Formation.
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The Marland Estate Commission meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday at the Marland Estate Conference Center will consider and vote to waive the bid process and approve written quote from Matrix Architects, Engineers, Planners, Inc., to replace or repair door hardware on the lower level doors at the Marland Mansion.
Support documentation on the matter contained in the Estate Commissioners packages reveal that in order to make the doors in the lower level functional, both to protect the public safety at functions and provide facility security, while maintaining historic integrity, it will be necessary to replace or repair much of the door hardware.
The documentation says further that after extensive research in connection with a similar need at Lydie Marland's cottage, it was determined that there is only one vendor who specializes in this area of restoration work. Matrix will coordinate and oversee the work on this project.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an early morning drive-by shooting incident Sunday.
According to police records several calls were made to police at 12:25 a.m. Sunday reporting gunshots fired in the 400 block of West Emporia Avenue. The shots were reportedly fired at a residence and a van. The suspects left the scene but were apprehended by police. The 16-year-old was arrested on charges of the drive-by shooting.
Police are still investigating the matter and refused comment other than
to say that the suspect knew the resident and that more arrests are expected.
DEATHS
BLACKWELL - Jack Clinton Courtney, former Blackwell area resident, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 1997, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Ponca City. He was 82.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Blackwell with the Rev. Gregg Engle, Blackwell First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Braman (Okla.) Cemetery.
Jack Clinton Courtney was born Aug. 25, 1915, in Braman, the son of Charles Calvin and Cora Ethel (Graves) Courtney. He grew up and attended schools in Braman, graduating there in 1933. He attended Northern Oklahoma Junior College, where he played football.
On Nov. 24, 1938 he was married to Doris Mae Bilyeu in Braman, where the couple established their first home. Three years later they moved to Blackwell and Courtney was employed at the Hazel-Atlas Glass Plant, then at Blackwell Zinc Co. He held the position of head charger on the furnace for 19 years until ill health forced his retirement in 1959. The couple moved to Ponca City in 1962 and he worked at the Glenn Peel Ranch for a short time, than managed the Newkirk Sale Barn and lived on a farm south of Newkirk. In 1970, they moved back to Ponca City, where Courtney served as Animal Control Officer until his retirement in 1982. He was a member of the Braman First Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Doris Courtney of Ponca City; one daughter, Irma Faye Woods of Ponca City; one son, Norman James Courtney of Blackwell; one sister Mary Jane Thornburgh of Oklahoma City; two brothers, Rodney Eugene of Lake Dallas, Texas, and Robert Harold of Gila Pass, Texas; 10 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Harold, Gerald, Calvin Leslie and Dearld Eugene; and two sisters, Elizabeth Sherrard and Genevieve Pobar.
Casket bearers will be Monty Courtney, Les Courtney, Martin Courtney, Tracy Courtney, Lynn Courtney, and Curtis Thornburgh. Honorary bearers will be Mark Courtney, George Courtney, and James Courtney.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Courtney's name to the Alzheimer's Association, Oklahoma City Chapter, 4900 North Portland, Suite 116, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.
TONKAWA - Andrew James "A.J." Harney Sr., native Tonkawa resident, died at his home Saturday, Nov. 15, 1997. He was 75.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Tonkawa First Presbyterian Church with the Danny Dieth, pastor intern, officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, near Salt Fork, under the direction of McCafferty-Bolick Funeral Home.
Andrew James Harney Sr. was born April 6, 1922, on the family farm south of Tonkawa. He was the son of George L., and Mattie O. (Riley) Harney. He attended Tonkawa Schools, graduating from Tonkawa High School. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Military Police from Oct. 22, 1942, until he was honorably discharged on Oct. 11, 1943.
After the war he farmed in the Tonkawa and Lamont area. In 1967, he moved to Geuda Springs, Kan., where he continued to farm and was employed by the City of Arkansas City.
He was married to Doris Lucas on Dec. 7, 1990, in Tonkawa , where the couple established their home. He was a member of the Tonkawa First Presbyterian Church and the Arkansas City American Legion.
Survivors include his wife, Doris, of the home; five sons, Andrew James Harney Jr., of Tyler, Texas, Robin Daniel Harney of Delta, Colo., Jim Lacey of Boston, Mass., Dick Lacey of Jacksonville, Fla., and Edward Lacey of Geuda Springs, Kan.; two daughters, Jackie Knapp of Balch Springs, Texas, and Debbie Holland of Emporia, Kan.; three sisters, Mattie Taylor, Georgia Jones and Zita Smothermon, all of Tonkawa; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
PAWNEE - Mary Callye Marrs, longtime Glencoe/Pawnee area resident, died Sunday, Nov. 16, 1997, at Pawnee. She was 95.
The funeral will be held at the Poteet Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, with Dr. Clem Dozer officiating. Burial will be in the Glencoe (Okla.) Cemetery.
Mary Callye (Martin) Marrs was born March 25, 1902 in Eastland, Texas, the daughter of J.A. and Emma Elizabeth (Reed) Martin. She was married to George Harry Marrs on Aug. 13, 1927, in Pittsburg, Texas. Moving to Oklahoma, she made her home in Glencoe and later Pawnee. Mrs. Marrs was a member of the Pawnee First Baptist Church. She enjoyed flowers, and working in her yard. She especially enjoyed spending time with family members.
Survivors include three daughters, Wilma Mullennax, and Louise Bishop, both of Ponca City and Emma Tucker of Pawnee; one son, George Marrs of Clarksville, Tenn.; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband on Oct. 31, 1950; three children; her parents; two sisters and one brother.
NEWKIRK - Marguerite A. Komma, longtime Newkirk resident, died at the Newkirk Nursing Home, early this morning, Nov. 17, 1997. She was 86. A prayer vigil will be held at the Miller-Stahl Funeral Service Chapel at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and the Funeral Mass is set for 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Francis Catholic Church, Newkirk.
BLACKWELL - Wilbur Groom, longtime Blackwell resident, died Sunday, Nov.
16, 1997, at the Woodlands Healthcare Center in The Woodlands, Texas. He
was 89. Arrangements are pending with Hackler Funeral Home, Blackwell.
NEWS BRIEFS
Winter Golf Rates - Beginning Jan. 1 through Feb. 28 golf green fees at Lew Wentz Golf Course will be reduced. The new winter green fee rates will be $10 plus tax for both weekday and the weekends.
Arrest - Police arrested a juvenile for domestic assault and battery at 6:55 a.m. Saturday from the 1400 block of West Highland Avenue.
Vandalism - A resident in the 400 block of West Gary Avenue reported to police at 7:18 a.m. Saturday that the windshield of a car had been broken. An officer was assigned and a destruction of private property report was taken.
Arrest - A 19-year-old man was arrested at 2:21 p.m. Saturday from the 2100 block of North Fourteenth Street for petit larceny.
Break-In - At 4:11 p.m. Saturday police received a report that rental property in the 800 block of North Osage Street had been broken into. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Injury Accident - One person was taken to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center at 6:30 p.m. Saturday after receiving injuries in a two-car accident at Oklahoma 11 and U.S. 77.
Vandalism - A business in the 2000 block of Lake Road reported to police at 7:06 p.m. Saturday that the tires of a customer's vehicle had been slashed. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Burglary - At 7:18 p.m. Saturday Police received a report of a burglary in the 2000 block of North Fourth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 25-year-old man at 7:22 p.m. Saturday from Fairview Avenue and Gary Avenue for driving under suspension, no insurance and expired tag.
Arrest - A 38-year-old man was arrested at 9:15 p.m. Saturday on a city warrant.
Arrest - At 9:36 p.m. Saturday police arrested a 29-year-old man from the 700 block of South Eleventh Street on a city warrant.
Vandalism - A woman in the 1800 block of Richway Drive reported the vandalism of her vehicle to police at 9:49 p.m. Saturday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - At 2:07 a.m. Sunday police arrested a 31-year-old woman on a city warrant for failure to pay.
Arrest - Police arrested a 36-year-old man at 2:07 a.m. Sunday from the 2400 block of North Fourteenth Street for driving under the influence, no driver's license, left of center and transporting an open container.
Arrest - At 3:14 a.m. Sunday police arrested a 36-year-old man at Grand Avenue and Waverly Avenue for no driver's license and on a city warrant for failure to pay.
Break-In - A woman in the 200 block of North Eighth Street reported to police at 11:11 a.m. Sunday that her vehicle had been broken into and several items taken. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Burglary - A man in the 200 of North Ninth Street advised police at 12:16 p.m. Sunday that his van had been burglarized during the night. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Attempted Burglary - At 1:06 p.m. Sunday a woman in the 1500 block of South Eighth Street reported to police that someone had tried to break in the back door of her residence. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 34-year-old woman at 3:13 p.m. Sunday from the 900 block of North Fourth Street on a city warrant for failure to appear.
Theft - A man in the 300 block of North Twelfth Street reported the theft of his cellular phone to police at 4:52 p.m. Sunday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Stolen Briefcase - At 5:09 p.m. Sunday a man in the 200 block of North Ninth Street reported the theft of his briefcase to police. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Stolen Seat - At 5:35 p.m. Sunday a woman in the 400 block of South Elm Street reported the theft of a car seat to police. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 44-year-old man at 6:43 p.m. Sunday from the 900 block of South Fourth Street for giving false information to an officer and public intoxication.
Break-In - At 6:51 p.m. Sunday police received a report of a vehicle that was broken into in the 100 block of North Fourth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Altercation - At 7:06 p.m. Sunday police received a report of fight at North Oak Street and West Broadway Avenue. Two officers were assigned and two juveniles were issued citations.
Door Shot - Police received a 911 call from a resident in the 500 block of North Third Street reporting that their front door had been shot with a BB gun. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 40-year-old man at 9:53 p.m. Sunday
from the 100 block of East Fresno Avenue for domestic assault and battery.
LIFESTYLES
Xi Zeta Lambda Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met Nov. 6 at the Crown and Rose Pub. Hostess for the meeting was Sue Robertson. Prior to dinner a Pledge Ritual was held for Jill Sims.
Vice-President, Judy Watt conducted the business meeting and roll call was answered with "gift wishes" by 14 members.
The Preferential Tea will be on Nov. 17 at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. Each member is to bring a salad. A Style show will follow dinner with chapter models Phyllis Pledger, Nida Austin and Sue Robertson.
The committee for the Valentine dance will meet following the Preferential Tea with Xi Zeta Lambda chapter represented by Nida Austin and Cassandra Kifiak. The Valentine Dance will be held on Feb. 14 and music will be provided by David May. Chapter Valentine Queen this year is Terri Barnett. She will be honored at the dance and with a dinner.
Social Committee members reminded everyone of the Thanksgiving Dinner to be held on Nov. 15 in the home of Judy and Marian Watt. The committee will meet at 10 a.m. to set up for the dinner. Games will be played after dinner.
Jill Sims was welcomed to the chapter and secret sister information was taken. Judy Mallory, Service chairman, set a work meeting for November in her home. The chapter will be making tray favors for Meals on Wheels.
Terri Barnett provided the traveling basket that was won by Jill Sims. Following the meeting Jeannine Gemmill gave a program on decorating hat boxes and the many ways to use them.
The next regular meeting will be Nov. 20 in the home of Jeannine Gemmill. Phyllis Pledger will be in charge of the program.
By Anne B. Adams and Nancy Nash-Cummings
Editor's note: Laura Murray and R. V. Wagner of Blackwell are featured in today's column.
DEAR ANNE AND NAN: I'm writing you for my grandfather. He remembers the title to a poem that he once learned. He's meant to write to you for help, but has often forgotten. The title of the poem is, I think, "If you go first and I remain". Could you please help us with our search? - LAURA MURRAY AND R.V. WAGNER, Blackwell, Okla.
DEAR LAURA AND R.V.: Here is the poem you're looking for. It's long been popular with our readers.
"Should You Go First"
by A.K. Rowswell
Should you go first and I
remain
To walk the road alone,
I'll live in memory's garden,
dear,
With happy days we've known.
In spring I'll wait for roses red,
When fades the lilac blue,
In early fall, when brown
leaves call
I'll catch a glimpse of you.
Should you go first and I
remain
For battles to be fought,
Each thing you've touched
along the way
Will be a hallowed spot.
I'll hear your voice, I'll see
your smile,
Though blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping
hand
Will buoy me on with hope.
Should you go first and I
remain
To finish with the scroll,
No length'ning shadows shall
creep in
To make this life seem droll.
We've known so much of happi-
ness,
We've had our cup of joy,
And memory is one gift of God
That death cannot destroy.
Should you go first and I
remain,
One thing I'd have you to do:
Walk slowly down that long,
lone path,
For soon I'll follow you.
I'll want to know each step you
take
That I may walk the same,
For some day down that lonely
road
You'll hear me call your name.
A CATALOG FOR OUR READERS: A collection of products that Anne and Nan write about and believe in has been incorporated into a locally-published catalog. F.H. Gillingham & Sons, probably the oldest general store in Vermont, has 20 of our favorite products in their catalog. If you're tired of critters devouring your garden, or want to rid your house of spider webs or are looking to make your mittens and sweaters water resistant, the products you're looking for are included in this catalog. If you're longing for good old Fels Naphtha, or Bon Ami or bluing, this catalog is for you. To receive Gillingham's catalog, call (800) 344-6668, or write to them at 16 Elm St., Woodstock, VT 05091.
Write to "Ask Anne & Nan" at P.O. Box 240, Hartland, VT 05048. Questions of general interest will appear in the column. Due to the volume of mail, personal replies cannot be provided.
Ryan and Stacey Sattre, 121 South Peachtree, announce the birth of a daughter at 5:05 a.m. Oct. 28, 1997 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The baby weighed 7-pounds, 14-ounces and was 22-inches long. She has been named Breonna Cailey Sattre.
Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Campbell of Edmond and paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Tom Sattre of Ponca City.
Maternal great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bill Campbell of Broken Bow, Mr. and Mrs. John Holley of Tulsa and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Bruce of Davis. Paternal great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Carl Neal of Peckham and Maxine Sattre of Kildare.
Announcing the birth of their first child are Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Chuck) Desmond of California. Hailee Marie Desmond was born at 8:58 a.m. Nov. 6, 1997 at the Irvine, Calif. Medical Center. She weighed 8-pounds, 8-ounces and was 21-inches long. Her grandmother is Ruby L. Desmond of California, former resident of Ponca City.
The Book Discussion group of the American Association of University Women met Nov. 10 at the home of Mrs. Joan Walker-Ratliff. She led the discussion on the book "Songs in Ordinary Time" written by Mary McGarry Morris.
The book is set in the summer of 1960 and the Fermoyle family deals with the "dark, complex issues that arise from family relationships and small town life" in Vermont.
For more information contact Kathy Tippin, president, at 765-8043, or Membership chairman Bette Lee, 762-2000.
Members of the Kay County Area Chi Omega Alumni will meet Thursday at
7 p.m. Hostess will be Kathleen Scribner, 70 Stoneridge. For more information
about the meeting call 765-0077.
SPORTS
The Po-Hi swimmers competed in their second meet of the year Saturday, traveling to Tulsa for the Tulsa Union Invitational. Though they were without several potential point-earning swimmers, the boys finished ninth out of 14 teams, while the girls placed seventh.
For the girls, Jessica Leung, a recent transfer from Canada, was the top point earner, placing fourth in the 50 free (:29.97) and fifth in the 100 free (1:05.88). Shannon Mersman also swam well for the Cats, placing fourth in the 100 back (1:17.92), .12 seconds off the state qualifying mark. Also just missing a state qualifying time was Sunita Chahar in the 200 IM (2:51.86). Chahar also placed seventh in the 100 breast (1:28.49).
Leung, Chahar, Megan Tomek and Melissa Alcantra combined for a third place finish in the 200 free relay, coming in at 2:02.50.
For the boys, Rory Peterson was the top point earner, finishing in third place in the 200 free (2:00.37), and fourth in the 500 free (5:33.98).
DJ Nuzum missed the state qualifying time by one second in the 200 free (2:13.51), but made up for it in the 500 free, finishing seven seconds under the state qualifier, at 5:56.91. Greg Dunum also barely missed a state qualifying time in the 200 IM (2:33.12), but came back to qualify in the 500 free (6:00.65)
Chris Kana qualified for state for the first time ever in the 100 fly (1:08.32), and freshman Ben Dickey turned in a stellar performance in the 100 back, shedding three and half seconds and nearly qualifying for the state meet at 1:12.50.
Head coach Dave Strah was pleased with the results. "Both teams swam better than we did against Stillwater. We'll have to swim this well to give Edmond Memorial a good meet."
The Cats meet Memorial Thursday at the YMCA Community pool. Dive-in time
is 6 p.m., and admission is free.