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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Friday, November 6, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES EDUCATION RELIGION SPORTS LOCALPonca City Awaits Salute to All Veterans Ponca City Awaits Salute to All VeteransBy SALLY HODGES News Staff Writer “United We Stand” for our veterans. Tomorrow is the Veterans Day parade through downtown Ponca City starting at 10:30 a.m. Citizens of Kay, Osage, and Noble counties will come together for north central Oklahoma’s largest tribute to our veterans. More than 150 entrees are scheduled to participate in the parade. Bands from the 95th Division Band, 145th Army Band, National Guard and The Governor’s Own band will join various bands from around the surrounding communities. There will be a special recognition given to the younger veterans from Grenada and Lebanon to the present — those who have served in the armed forces since the Vietnam War. Brig. Gen. Jim Morford, STARC deputy, will join other dignitaries which will include Norman Lamb, secretary of Veterans Affairs; Brig. Gen. Lawrence Roy, Ret., War Veterans Commission; officials from the Veterans Administration; senators, representatives, state commanders; other officials who serve veterans on a daily basis; and Miss Ponca City. Representatives from different Indian Nations will be part of the parade as well as Ponca Cheerleaders, Hi-Steppers, Dynamiters, and cowboys and cowgirls with their horses and wagons. Also included are floats, lots of flags, 18 color guards, vintage and modern military vehicles, classic and antique cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks and fire engines. And that is only part of the attractions. From the air come the planes. The spectators will see — and hear — World War II “War Birds,” F-16 fighters, and a B-1 bomber, as they fly over the parade route in a spectacular display of power and beauty. Parade marshals will be the Gold Star Mothers from Ponca City and the surrounding areas — mothers who have lost their sons or daughters in the service. Immediately following the Veterans Day parade there will be a short dedication ceremony hosted by the Vietnam Veterans of America at Centennial Plaza, Fifth and Grand. The committee that sponsored “The Wall That Heals” purchased a black granite plaque in commemoration of Vietnam veterans and in recognition of The Wall having come to town. The Oklahoma Army National Guard and Army Reserve will establish a static display after the parade east of the American Legion Post 14, 405 West South Avenue. Everyone is invited to look over the latest in military technology. Also at the American Legion site will be an encampment of Civil War living historians and the public is encouraged to visit. Saturday evening the Poncan Theatre, under the direction of Kenn Wessel, will host a moving Patriotic Song Fest starting at 7:30 p.m. The two-hour presentation will be a highlight of the day. In case of rain during the parade hours, there is an alternate plan. If it rains, anyone intending to come to the parade, or participating in the parade, is encouraged to listen to the local radio stations to hear if cancellation of the parade has been called. The radio stations will be broadcasting the status of the parade starting at 9:20 a.m. If the parade has to be called off due to rain, all veterans are encouraged to meet at the American Legion post for some Army and National Guard band music, comradeship, war stories and good food. The Legion will be open all morning and afternoon for veterans. All citizens are encouraged to attend the parade and stand united in honor of American and Oklahoma veterans. No Recount Planned For District 20 RaceDavid Myers, Republican from Ponca City and candidate for State Senate District 20, has decided not to seek a recount of votes or a contest of irregularities in the election held Tuesday. State Senate District 20 involves parts of Kay and Woods Counties, Grant, Alfalfa, and Major Counties. Myers lost to Democrat incumbent Paul Muegge by 87 votes. Myers said, “I did not go looking for irregularities. Because of the closeness of this race, many people expressed a desire on election night that we pursue a contest of the election. Also, we received many calls the next day from concerned voters with information they wanted us to pursue. My intent for looking into these reported problems is that I believe voters desire and deserve a fair election process. “ Myers continued in pointing out the time constraints associated with a contest after an election, finding people, etc. make it difficult to “prove” sufficient irregularities to contest the election. Most of the questionable voting activities involved selected voters in Precinct 413 being provided the wrong ballot for in-courthouse voting prior to the election, and mail absentee voters. He said, “We are advised that 396 absentee ballots were voted in Kay County.” Irregularities in Precinct 413 were the cause of a new election being called in the Ponca City mayoral election last spring and apparently continues to be a problem with the Kay County Election Board. Myers said that discussions had been made with the State Election Board Secretary Lance Ward concerning the irregularities. According to the Myer’s news release, several years ago, Muegge pushed redistricting efforts having these parts of Ponca City removed from Senate District 20. Regarding the campaign, Myers continued, “Despite claims of negative ads, we merely pointed out Muegge’s voting record and where he got his campaign money. I believe the election process should allow for this type of strategy, without being branded as negative.” All things considered, Myers concluded by quoting from Ecclesiastes 3:5-6, “A time to embrace, a time to refrain, a time to search, and a time to give up.” “I think our side worked hard and played by the rules — it wasn’t enough to win, but we in the Myers campaign have nothing to be ashamed about, nor anything to hide,” he said. Kaw Lake Water Release Floods Low-Lying AreasBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer Just when the flood waters were beginning to recede and streets were reopening, more flooding is beginning — this time from the waters of the rain swollen Kaw Lake. Several local low-lying areas and roads were under water and began to flood Thursday evening as the Corps of Engineers was forced to increase releases from the floodgates of the dam. According to Corps of Engineer Lead Park Ranger Jim Anderson, releases Thursday increased from 33,000 cubic feet per second to over 40,000 and are expected to remain at that level for the next several days as floodwaters from the Arkansas and Walnut Rivers in Kansas continue to inundate the lake. Combined inflows from the two rivers are currently at 27,500 cubic feet per second, down from the record rate of 180,000 cubic feet per second set Tuesday. “The amount of water coming in right now from those rivers is still very significant,” Anderson said. “We are gaining on it, but it is a slow process. The inflows will need to really decrease before we start to see a significant lowering of the lake.” The lake crested late Thursday night at an elevation of 1,045.16 feet, 35 feet above normal, but slightly less than the record of 1,047 feet. The actual surface area of the lake has increased too, more than doubling in size from 17,000 acres to 38,000 acres. The lake, brimming to its banks, is creating a dangerous situation and Anderson warns people to use caution in the area of the lake and in low-lying areas that are prone to flooding. “All public use areas and parks at the lake are closed and barricaded. There is no camping available and because of the dangerous level of the lake and floating debris, we strongly discourage any use of the lake until it is safe, and it darn sure isn’t safe now,” Anderson says. “Be sure not to drive into flooded areas and use common sense!” The Oklahoma Highway Patrol will be close by to curtail those who fail to use such common sense. OHP officers were reportedly busy Thursday night issuing tickets to those drivers that did not heed the warnings of “road closed” signs and opted to instead drive around barricades. Currently Pecan Road, south of Lake Road, is closed as is Central Avenue east of Fourteenth Street. Arrests, Seizures Put Clamp On Drug Trafficking in AreaBy MARK GALVIN News Staff Writer NEWKIRK — Investigators here believe a string of search warrants and seizures that led to the arrest of a Ponca City man last week has made it much more difficult to obtain drugs in Kay County. Law-enforcement authorities — first in Blackwell then in Ponca City — served seven search warrants last week and obtained consent for a few other searches during a three-day bust that ultimately rounded up quantities of various drugs, scales, a dozen guns, thousands of dollars in cash and a few vehicles. Assistant District Attorney Brian Surber said the authorities began with information that led to a single search warrant for a Blackwell residence, and the operation mushroomed forth with more information and evidence gathered. Officers quickly needed additional search warrants, Surber said. As they searched residences and vehicles, the team turned up between five and seven pounds of marijuana already bundled for sale, along with an unspecified quantity of cocaine. In one case, methamphetamine was recovered from a vehicle after a residential search in the 2900 block of Broughton Road in northwest Ponca City. One alleged violation even involved the state Department of Wildlife after a search of a Ponca City residence revealed evidence of illegally obtained deer kills, with a half-dozen week-old deer heads in the home, officials said. Jerald E. Shouse, 31, was arrested last week and appeared in District Court this week on a charge of trafficking. He is accused of knowingly bringing into Oklahoma and possessing at least 20 grams of methamphetamine and faces a prison sentence of four years to life and a fine from $25,000 to $200,000 if convicted. Shouse was released on bond and is scheduled for a Jan. 22 hearing before Special District Judge Rob Galbraith. Surber said Blackwell police and other agencies deserve thanks for making personnel available “on little or no notice” as the execution of last week’s search warrants prompted additional officers. He also credited the multijurisdictional capabilities of the district attorney’s drug task force with making the difference because the area’s drug industry “can go from jurisdiction to jurisdiction at the drop of a hat.” The task force, which calls on law-enforcement agencies across the county, already includes full-time help from Master Patrolman Tom Duroy of the Ponca City police department. Investigator Freddie Garza of the DA’s task force said Kay County “is not the place to be doing drugs at this time,” explaining last week’s multiple busts stemmed from information obtained by only one individual. “There are people who will report to me,” Garza said, “and I bet you if there’s a large amount of dope coming into Kay County, I’m going to know about it. “If they choose to do drugs, I will eventually bust them,” he said. Surber said the investigation is continuing into last week’s busts. Nearly NewsNN has just learned from Earnestine Chaney of the Burbank area that Ponca City may be gaining a Japanese restaurant in the future. While listening to the satellite game show network “Card Sharks,” Earnestine says one of the contestants, a Korean lady, said if she won, she planned to open a Japanese restaurant in Ponca City, Okla. — a town the emcee had apparently never heard of. He asked the contestant why “Ponca City” and she told him “because there isn’t one there.” How about that? NN figures sometimes you have to go a long way to keep up with what’s happening in your own hometown. NN has learned that senior citizens at the center located at 319 West Grand are collecting pennies to contribute to the Oklahoma National Memorial Fund. Area residents who would like to donate to the cause may bring money to the Senior Center or mail contributions to the fund, Box 323, Oklahoma City, OK 73101. For more information call Etta, 765-3607. Everyone is encouraged to attend the last performance of the year for the Po-Hi Marching Wildcat band tonight at Sullins Stadium. ‘Godspell’ Production Spellbinding For Audiences at NOC Arts CenterBy KATHY ZEHR News Staff Writer TONKAWA — Students enrolled in the Northern Oklahoma College of Fine Arts Division in Tonkawa, received a standing ovation Sunday afternoon after presenting an exciting production of “Godspell.” The popular musical was directed by Mariann Priboy. The full-house crowd enjoyed the colorful, fast-paced production by 29 students as dancers, vocalists and musicians. The production will be presented again tonight and Saturday at the Performing Arts Center on the NOC campus at 8 p.m. The musical is a youthful, modern version of the timeless parables and birth of Jesus as found in the gospel of Matthew. The set is a treat for the eye with lots of color and interest. The 1960s back-alley street scene, is complete with an old car body, hub cabs on chain link fences, scaffolding, trash cans, tires, buckets, sawhorses and other props. Sort of like a scene from “West Side Story” or other productions depicting the street-wise gangs of a large city in the 1960s. Jesus, played confidently by Shane Ellis in overalls and a baseball cap, appears before the group and leads them through parable situations in a low-key manner. During the early scenes, Socrates, R. Buckminster Fuller, Thomas Owens, Martin Luther, and other philosophers and historical leaders question and reason about Jesus’ identity and his purpose for man. According to Priboy, in most instances the young thespians created their own ideas for scenes and characters — a freedom not normally given performers in well-known productions. As a result, the students seemed to “be” the character they portrayed showing a relaxed realism and at times great enthusiasm. The viewers, including a good number of senior adults, afforded the young actors frequent spontaneous applause at the youthful interpretations of the biblical stories. The entire production is performed, choreographed, and produced by students. I especially enjoyed many of the ballet dream scenes choreographed by Christy Kelley and performed by dancers Summer and Auburn Williamson, Michael Jones, Erin Rutherford and Melissa Arambula. Marie Beyer scored the rhythms which kept the audience hopping in their seats in “STOMP” a special number composed for the NOC production by Jarrod Elmore. During this rap, stomp, dance number, about a dozen large aluminum trash can lids were used as huge cymbals, in a choreographed slam-bang rhythmic beat. It was my favorite part of the entertaining production, and the audience seemed to enjoy it too, applauding during and at great length after the number. The Singers — Joe Lessert, Dru Heffington, Margaux Griffith, Kitty McNamara, Trisha Challis, Marie Beyer, Dee DeLeon, Claudette Tarrant, David Kindred, Alex Breeding, Brad Ellis, Donnie Mayden, Brad Ellis, Andy Smith, Scotty Blosch, Katie Thompson, Christy Kelley, Amanda Ray, Sarah Fiscus, and Rebecca Perry — had numerous bit solos and most performed intricate choreography throughout the production as well. They played the parts of disciples, Judas, John the Baptist, and other biblical characters (including pigs, sheep and goats) as modern versions of each parable unfolded. The talented musicians, Linda Ficus, B.J. O’Shea, John Friese, and Chad Matheson, kept the building rockin’ with imaginative accompaniments to rock, jazz, blues, rap, dance chorus music, and some unidentified “funky” rhythms. All in all, this version of “Godspell,” is a most enjoyable and entertaining production produced and performed by area students. It’s well worth the small price of a ticket to view this outstanding presentation by local students. Christmas Play Tryouts MondayAuditions for the production “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” will be held 7 p.m. Monday at the Northern Performing Arts Center on the south side of Northern Oklahoma College’s campus. The theater fraternity Delta Psi Omega will be putting on the show. Actors ages 6-10 who enjoy singing are encouraged to try out. Be prepared to do readings from the script, sing a short part of a Christmas carol, and know all conflicting schedules for the months of November and December. All children under the age of 15 should be accompanied by a parent at the auditions. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” will be on stage Dec. 18-20, with a possible special show on Dec. 22. Biking Firefighter To Pedal in ParadeBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer Ponca City Firefighter Jim Socia will be competing in an international biking competition next summer in the 1999 World Police and Fire Games to be held in Stockholm, Sweden. Although the local firefighters union has agreed to sponsor the state-ranked cyclist in the event, it’s hoped that his competition will unite the community. “We want to focus this not as a union sponsored event but a community event,” said Emergency Medical Service Training Officer Bryan Jackson. “I see this as a positive way to raise awareness of the need to support individuals and activities in our community.” Socia was among several local firefighters who were considered to make the trip and compete in the “Firefighters Olympics.” He was chosen for his outstanding athletic ability and achievements. Socia is currently ranked No. 1 in the Oklahoma Championship Series — a series of 10 Oklahoma mountain bike races. He also won first place in Mr. Oklahoma competition in 1992. He sees this event as an opportunity to represent the state and while at the same time improving the image of firefighters. “I want to improve the image of the fire department and show that firefighters are educated, motivated and physically fit and I feel this is one way to do just that,” Socia says. He does not take his task lightly. From now until the time he leaves next July, Socia says he will be training as much as his job will allow, and at least 1 to 4 hours a day, every day. Socia’s training and athletic ability will be available for all to see as he will lead the fire truck procession during the Veteran’s Day Parade riding — what else —his bike. Patriotic Song Fest Planned At Poncan Theatre SaturdayA special evening celebrating soldiers will be held at the Poncan Theatre on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The evening, a patriotic song fest, is sponsored by the veterans’ groups of Ponca City. The evening chronicles the experiences of soldiers from enlistment through combat and return home. The performers agree that it is unlike anything they’ve seen before. Singer Kay Anthony summed up the event. She said that although it’s “not a traditional flag waving, red, white and blue event,” people should expect to be entertained and to experience the inspiration and emotion of soldiers. Anthony and her husband Bob Anthony both perform in the event. The music is coordinated by Leslie Rardin, who also will accompany the singers. Michael Mott is also a performer in the event. He will both sing and read letters written by soldiers. Mott is himself a veteran. He served with the 3rd Infantry “Old Guard” at Fort Meyer, Va., during the Vietnam War. Mott is familiar with programs that follow the chronology from 1776 to more recent wars. But he agrees that this program is a different approach to the subject. Mott says this celebration includes selected letters, memoirs, and songs from war zones. He feels that this program may “capture the emotion of the experience” more than most. He notes that the letters “really hit home” for him personally. He believes that it will “touch people in the middle of their hearts if they just listen and feel.” This event is not about specific wars, but rather about the experience of soldiering. The sequence of letters and songs is related to the universal experiences of soldiers, since soldiers everywhere share some things in common. T.L Walker, a performer and one of the coordinators of the evening, says “this is an opportunity to perform traditional songs in a different light.” But “when the music is performed with the readings of the text, it takes on entirely new contexts without losing its original meaning,” she says. She says this has been a unique and special experience for her. The readings are all authentic, according to historian Rich Killblane. Each letter and memoir was genuinely written by the person whose experience is described. Letters from the Revolution and the Civil War are included with memoirs from both World Wars, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Somalia, and others. Two classic speeches from war zones are also included in the evening. Some of the readings include the experience of wives whose husbands were in battle. Connie McAbee, also a Vietnam veteran, will read the letters and diaries of the women. Kenn Wessel, another coordinator, has included writings of some local veterans. Truman Smith and Rich Killblane both contributed materials to the evening. A story from the diary of Loy Shanks, a Prisoner of War in Nazi Germany, will be read. Shanks’ wife lives in Arkansas City. One Oklahoma Rough Rider, Roy Cashion of Guthrie, wrote some letters from Cuba in 1898 that will be included. Most people who have seen the script have been touched by it. Walker says she expects “a sort of magic” when the music and text come together on Saturday. The audience will witness a true moment of creation, a moment no one should miss. Tickets to the patriotic evening are $4 in advance and $5 at the door. They may be purchased at the Poncan Theatre, the Chamber of Commerce, and area financial institutions. For more information, patrons may call the Poncan Theatre at 580-765-0943. District CourtNewkirk Marriage Licenses Michael Wayne Buesing, 38, and Lorea Dawn Rice, 31, both of Blackwell. Thomas Leroy Morris, 27, Oxford, Kan., and Stacy Beth Robinson, 26, Newkirk. Raymond Wayne Whiting, 60, and Terri Faith Barnett, 53, both of Ponca City. Luis Perez, 20, and Dianey Vargas, 22, both of Blackwell. Timothy James White, 26, and Tonia Lynn Wade, 31, both of Dallas. Ronnie Lee Tunnell, 19, and Melissa Jane Stephens, 19, both of Ponca City. Darrell Robert Mendiola, 22, and Angela Dawn Wano, 17, both of Tonkawa. Floyd Paul Thompson, 21, and Marlina Marie Rico, 18, both of Ponca City. Timothy John Walton, 37, and Edith Ann Wilbourn, 40, both of Blackwell. David Jeffrey Lingnau, 21, Ponca City, and Sadonna Lynn Martin, 21, Newkirk. Everett Wallace Ford III, 29, and Joanna Minica Nolan, 24, both of Ponca City. Divorces Granted Diana Sue Robinett vs. Gerald Lee Robinett. Ken L. Tidwell vs. Brandon Deann Tidwell. James L. Rhea vs. Virginia Ilene Rhea. Miranda L. Jensen vs. Shane L. Jensen; plaintiff restored to former name Hill. Civil Petitions Providian National Bank vs. Larry A. McGavran; plaintiff seeking judgment for $10,304.82. INMC Mortgage Holdings Inc. vs. Kendell Long; plaintiff seeking judgment for $55,119.13. Home Care Industries vs. Lindsay Manufacturing Inc.; plaintiff seeking judgment for $42,432. Ponca City Divorces Sought Nancy Sue Ellis vs. Vernon James Ellis. Judy K. Haynes vs. Tim Haynes. Jeanne L. Duncan vs. George D. Duncan. Tracy E. Meyer vs. Marcy L. Meyer. Brandi Lynn Humphries vs. Derrick Ray Humphries. Mark Dewayne O’Conner vs. Rebecca Ann O’Conner. Carrie Ann Jouris vs. Kristopher Allan Jouris. Tracy L. Kizer vs. Marquice M. Kizer. Tabetha Lynn Wesbrook vs. Darrin Ray Wesbrook Sr. Cindy Ann Holloway vs. Terry Farrel Holloway. Divorces Granted Larry Gene Elston vs. Marquita Louise Elston; defendant restored to former name Marquita Louise Bailey. Darla Ann White vs. David Bruce White. Cynthia Cheryl Horinek vs. Mark Alan Horinek. Stanley Wayne Ropp vs. Angela Hope Ropp. Gabrielle Daine vs. Scott Daine. Jimmy Mooring vs. Donna Mooring. Janice Lee Horton vs. Ronald Bruce Horton. Deborah K. Sievert vs. Frank E. Renbarger. Paula Sue Cooley vs. James David Cooley. Paul Dean Combrink vs. Debbie Sue Combrink. Jay C. Hanger vs. Vickie L. Hanger. Laronda Sue Branham vs. Brent Duane Branham. David Paul Dick vs. Natalie Lynn Dick; defendant restored to former name Natalie Lynn Varner. Civil Petitions Eric Greenfield vs. Monte Branson, et al.; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Credit Bureau Services Association vs. Ray C. Engle and Janice D. Engle; plaintiff seeking judgment for $4,389.74. Credit Bureau Services Association vs. Lavelda L. Broyles; plaintiff seeking judgment for $3,531.33. John Davis, et al., vs. Nimo Inc.; plaintiffs seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. Wanda L. Taglialatela and Robert Taglialatela vs. Professional Realestators Inc., et al.; plaintiffs seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. William Wetzler vs. Sam Mando; plaintiff seeking judgment for $7,686.87. Sandy Foster vs. Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks #2002; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. David E. Grose Jr. vs. Gary Schuermann; plaintiff seeking judgment in excess of $10,000. DEATHSKatheryn Elizabeth Wilkins Katheryn Elizabeth WilkinsBLACKWELL — Katheryn “Rena” Elizabeth Wilkins, Blackwell resident, died Friday morning, Nov. 6, 1998, in the Wellington Hospital in Wellington, Kan. She was 92. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, 1998, at the Blackwell Cemetery with the Rev. Charles Ryser of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Roberts and Son Funeral Home. Katheryn “Rena” Elizabeth Wilkins was born July 8, 1906, in Rose, Kan., the daughter of George and Sophie (Englebracht) Sommers. She grew up in Kansas and Illinois and attended nurses training school at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Ill., graduating in 1930. She came to Blackwell to work in the Leslie Sanatorium in 1931. She married Hal B. Wilkins on Jan. 12, 1935, in Yates Center, Kan., and they settled in Blackwell, living there ever since. She began working for the Kay County Health Department in 1951 and retired in 1971. Her husband preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 1982. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Blackwell and the Kum Dubl Sunday School class. Wilkins is survived by one daughter, Jane Johnston of Corvallis, Ore.; one son, Harold Wilkins of Enid; one sister, Estella Sommers of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; two brothers, John Sommers and Ernest Sommers; and two sisters, Mabel Sommers and Freda Cranford. Honorary casket bearers will be Randall Flowers, Royce Ballinger and Corwin Butler. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to First United Methodist Church, c/o Roberts Funeral Home, 120 Padon, Blackwell, Okla. 74631. Lester Jay CoateCORONA, Calif. — Lester Jay Coate, resident of Corona, Calif., died Oct. 21, 1998, at his home after a long illness. He was 72. Services were held Oct. 26, 1998, and burial was in Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, Calif., under the direction of Thomas Miller Mortuary. Casket bearers were Mark Coate, Jeffrey Coate, James Vaughn, Don Kerr, John L. Maag and Roy E. Coate. Lester Jay Coate was born Jan. 12, 1926, in Newkirk, Okla., the son of Pete W. Coate and Blanche Goad Coate. He attended Newkirk public schools. He and Ruth Maag of Ponca City were married in Ponca City, Okla., on March 7, 1944. He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. After being discharged from the Navy, he moved to Oregon. He later moved to Corona, Calif., where he was employed as an electrician and machinist. He retired from Clow Corporation in 1982. He was also an inventor. Coate is survived by his wife of the home; two daughters, Judith Kerr of Chicago, Ill., and Cathy Wadley of Riverside, Calif.; one son, Mark Coate of Riverside, Calif.; two brothers, Lloyd Coate of Ponca City and Eddie Coate of Myrtle Creek, Ore.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services PendingRosaline StolperRosaline Stolper, 723 Red Oak, died Thursday, Nov. 5, 1998, at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Survivors include her husband, Charles, of the home. Services are pending with the Trout Funeral Home. NEWS BRIEFSFree Pregnancy test. Birth Choice cares. Confidential. Hours: Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. adv. SJRMC Hosting Diabetes Forum — St. Joseph Regional Medical Center will host “Diabetes: A Community Forum” Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. in the medical center’s cafeteria. The forum will include presentations by Richard Keim, M.D.; J. Christopher Banwart, M.D.; Arden Blough, M.D.; Kevin Carter, D.O. and Rick McCumber, R.Ph. Adult participants will be able to have their blood sugar screened at no charge by SJRMC nurses from 6 to 7 p.m. in Conference Room C, which is adjacent to the cafeteria. Participants will also be able to take a seven-question test to find out if they are at risk for Type 2 diabetes. For additional information, contact Pat Blubaugh, SJRMC Diabetes educator, 580-765-3321, ext. 600. Veterans Helping Veterans — Vets helping vets. American Legion — join today. For additional information, call 765-9073. Arrest — A 40-year-old man was arrested at 1:12 p.m. Saturday from the 900 block of East South Avenue on an emergency order for detention. Accident — At 11:45 p.m. Thursday police were notified of an accident at Highland Avenue and Fifth Street. A report was taken. Arrest — A 28-year-old woman was arrested at 5:17 p.m. Thursday on a city warrant for failure to appear. Stolen Purse — At 5:35 p.m. Thursday police were contacted by a woman at Osage Street and Ponca Avenue reporting a stolen purse. Accident — An accident at Elm Street and Central Avenue was reported at 8:23 p.m. Thursday. You Are invited to the 5th Annual BBQ and Auction at the First Lutheran School on Friday, November 13, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets available at the door for $12. Advance tickets are $10. Call the school office, 762-4243 for more information. adv. Come to Dinner — Chicken Noodle Dinner is set for Friday, Nov. 13, 5 to 7 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 700 West Liberty in Ponca City. The proceeds will go to missions, according to Audrey Jones, president, United Methodist Women at the church. Everyone welcome. Grain Fed, butcher hogs. 762-2188. adv. Juvenile Arrest — At 8:39 p.m. Thursday a man in the 2900 block of North Pecan Street reported that a van had run through his yard and hit his fence. The same van was reportedly involved in an accident a few minutes later at Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue wherein the driver of the van hit two cars. Citizens held the driver until police arrived. A 12-year-old boy was then arrested for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, leaving the scene of damage accident and no driver’s license. Break-In — Police were notified at 5:48 p.m. Thursday that a woman’s vehicle, parked at the Marland Mansion, had been broken into. Stolen Vehicle — A report of a vehicle stolen from Fourteenth Street and Hartford Avenue lead police on a pursuit of the vehicle at 2:14 a.m. Friday. The stolen car was located on Union Street at Hazel Avenue, then lost in the area of Hartford Avenue and Riggs Drive but was later located in a nearby alley. Police went into pursuit northbound on Union Street until the car crashed into a bike rack at Union School. However the thief ran into the woods and was not located. Dougan's Bar-B-Q Saturday special 4-8 p.m. All you can eat beef brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv. Stolen Money — At 8:13 a.m. Thursday a woman in the 700 block of North Union Street notified police that $55 had been stolen from her residence. An officer was assigned and a grand larceny report was taken. OU Vs. Texas A&M. Bill Murphy invites you out to Elk’s Lodge. Watch party, 2 big screens. Doors open 1:00 and Kickoff 6:00. You all come. adv. Stolen Bike — At 5:22 p.m. Thursday a woman in the 300 block of South Elm Street notified police that her son’s bike had been stolen. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. For professional carpet cleaning, call the professionals. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. 765-3421. adv. Arrest — Police arrested a 23-year-old woman from the police station at 2:49 p.m. Thursday on a city warrant for failure to pay. Pioneer Woman afghans, profit to local missions, four colors. United Methodist Church, 762-1429 or 765-0157. adv. Accident — A minor backing accident in the 1100 block of South Eighth Street was reported at 7:39 p.m. Thursday. Tires Slashing — A woman in the 500 block of North Peachtree Street advised police at 2:07 p.m. Thursday that the tires of her vehicle had been slashed. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Arrest — A 24-year-old man was arrested from the 900 block of Noarth Elm Street at 8:05 a.m. Thursday on a city warrant for failure to appear and failure to pay. Pauline's Shrimp peel. All you can eat, $11.95, Friday the 6th. For reservations, call 765-5460. adv. Theft — At 9:53 a.m. Thursday police were advised of a theft at the automotive center of Wal-Mart, 1101 East Prospect Avenue. A report was taken. Dart Tournament, Saturday 11-7-98 at the Blue Lite Lounge, 3:30 p.m. 100% payout plus 25% mystery out may go. adv. Arrest — Police arrested a 18-year-old man at 7:36 a.m. Thursday from the 600 block of North Lake Road on a city warrant for failure to appear. Dougan's Bar-B-Q Friday special from 4-8 p.m., all you can eat ribs with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th, 765-7979. adv. Forged Check — At 2:02 p.m. Thursday police were notified of a forged check at Lowe’s, 3500 North Fourteenth Street. An officer was assigned. School Assault — At 4:21 p.m. Thursday a woman called police to report that her son had been assaulted at the Ponca City High School. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Inside Sale- Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m., C-store equipment, furniture, appliances, Disney beanies, etc. 11th and South Ave. adv. Tires Slashed — A man in the 1 block of Donner Place contacted police at 12:25 p.m. Thursday after the tires of his vehicle had been slashed. An officer was assigned. OSU Vs. Texas. Bill Murphy invites you out to Elk’s Lodge.. Watch party, 2 big screens. Doors open at 1:00 and kickoff 2:30. You all come. adv. You’re Invited - Cruise Party at Elks Lodge. Tuesday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. Royal Caribbean and Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Carlson Wagonlit Travel, 323 East Grand, 762-7591. adv. Head Country Saturday night special. All you can eat beef bris- ket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $6.95. 4-8 p.m. 1217 East Prospect. adv. Arrest — Police arrested a 20-year-old woman at 11:46 a.m. Thursday from the 6200 block of West North Avenue on a city warrant for giving false information to an officer. Jim Bowen Construction Custom homes, room additions and remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv. LIFESTYLESXi Beta Tau Chapter Meeting in Fairfax Xi Beta Tau Chapter Meeting in FairfaxXi Beta Tau Chapter members of Beta Sigma Phi sorority traveled to Fairfax for the late October meeting at the home of Jan Ellison. Sammie Coats led the Opening Ritual and welcomed Lois Coats of Ponca City as a new pledge. Cindy Wardlow gave the treasurer’s report. The group decorated gift ticket sacks, name tags and made table decorations. New Secret Sister names were drawn, and a discussion held, on donating personal items for the SANE program. Lois Coats won the traveling basket and the mystery gift. Following the business meeting members participated in a Halloween gift exchange and refreshments. Eta Zeta Chapter Planning SocialsThe Nov. 3 meeting of Eta Zeta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority was held at the home of Kelly Trotter with 10 members present. Guest for the event was Amy Lougesen. During the City Council report announcement was made that the Valentine dance will be Feb. 13 at the Elks Lodge. Eta Zeta chapter will be in charge of the tickets. The Founder’s Day banquet will be April 20 at the Ponca City Country Club. Alyce Person presented the program, demonstrating cake decorating ideas for Thanksgiving. The next social will be a movie and pizza party at the home of Gayla Gelven. A party Nov. 17 at the Rusty Barrell will honor the Girl of the Year. Little NewsAbby Faith Black is the name chosen by Bill and Sandy Black of Denton, Texas, for their daughter. The baby was born at 12:45 a.m. Oct. 12, 1998, weighed 6-pounds, 11-ounces and measured 18 1/2-inches long. Grandparents are Don and Clara Wilkerson of Ponca City, Carolyn and Perry Renfrow of Poteau, Joanna Black of Holdenville, and the late Hack Black. Maternal great-grandparents are Willie Wilson and Lois Wilkerson of Ponca City. EDUCATIONPTSA To Sponsor Recycling Project PTSA To Sponsor Recycling ProjectTo promote community pride and concern for the environment, the Po-Hi PTSA is sponsoring a newspaper recycling drive in November. In homeroom classes, the high school students are learning about the location of the recycling center at 1001 West Prospect and about which items may be recycled locally. The center accepts newspaper, cardboard, magazines, books, junk mail, tin cans, aluminum cans, glass and various assorted metals. Cardboard includes cereal boxes, paper towel rolls, brown paper bags and boxes. The Ponca City Recycling Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The families of Po-Hi are saving newspapers from Nov. 2-18. Students will be bringing the newspapers to the student parking lot on either Nov. 18, 19 or 20. Volunteers will record the names of students who participate and then transport the newspapers to the recycling center. The PTSA hopes that families will continue to recycle on a regular basis. The PTSA, which includes parents, teachers and students, strives to work together to provide an important service to the community. The Po-Hi PTSA urges other citizens to join them in their recycling efforts. Ponca City News Education GuideSchool news is very important to the citizens of Ponca City. For many it is the only way to find out what’s happening in the local schools. The information you give out should be accurate, complete and timely. The Ponca City News would like to do everything possible to help the educators (teachers, principals, etc.) that submit articles to The News. Following are several suggestions which may help you in getting the best possible publicity for your school. Deadlines Be prompt in meeting deadlines. Deadline for stories and pictures for Friday’s Education section is noon on Wednesday. Deadline for daily editions is noon the day prior to publication. These deadlines are not set arbitrarily. Stories and headlines must be written and edited on computer and sent to typesetter. Layout sheets for the composing room must be completed. Pages are then set up by hand in the composing room, photographed and printed. These things take time. Deadlines for the Education section are earlier than certain other portions of the newspaper since this section is completed first. Although reporting on past events at your school is important, keep in mind that upcoming events are considered more newsworthy and thus receive priority. Just as in other sections of the newspaper, Education section readers are interested in NEWS. An event which is 10 days old is not as newsworthy as one which is one day old. Please try to submit your stories within two days after the event. Please do not ‘save’ stories or pictures and submit two or three at a time. The older the story or picture the more likely it will have to give way to more recent news if an editor is forced to delete copy due to lack of space. Please keep in mind that the Education section is only one page. It is next to impossible to submit two pictures and a story and expect them to run together on the same page. Legibility Be legible. If possible, type or print your news releases. Misspelled names are usually the result of an editor being unable to read handwritten submissions. Because of the hundreds of names which appear in the newspaper, an editor seldom has the time to double check all spellings. Names Children like to have their names spelled correctly (as do the parents). We do try our best to be accurate but we need your help. If there are unusual names, put a small check over each one to let the editor know you have checked them for accuracy. It is important to remember that no name is so simple that it can’t be spelled more than one way. Pictures Keep picture possibilities in mind at your school. The News is happy to run pictures you have taken providing the quality of the photo is good. The News will not accept pictures of check passing, honor roll members, scholarship winners or college graduates. The only pictures of college graduates that will run are students that receive at least a master’s degree. Please understand that hundreds of Ponca City students graduate from colleges every year and The News does not have enough room to run everything. Kristi Hayes, Education Editor, is usually available during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you would like her to take a picture you need to call at least two days in advance. Her schedule is very busy during the school year and it is impossible to call her and expect her to take a picture in ten minutes. Since numerous activities occur at night, it is also impossible for The News to provide a photographer at these events. Color or black and white photographs are acceptable if they are clear and not too dark. Polaroids can seldom be used since these do not reproduce well. Check with the editor. Description All stories submitted will be edited and rewritten in newspaper style after submission to the editor. However, you will find that fewer changes are made if newspaper style is followed. Check stories in the newspaper for comparison. Tip: the most newsworthy or interesting part of the story comes first. Keep the five Ws in mind: Who, What, When, Where and Why (and, sometimes, how). Newspaper stories use the “inverted pyramid” style of writing. In other words, the most important or interesting facts are used in the “lead” or beginning paragraphs. Space is limited in the Education section. Longer stories will probably be cut so make sure the important information is at the beginning. School NewsFirst Lutheran AuctionThe Parent/Teacher League of First Lutheran School announces the fifth annual BBQ and auction on Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For more information call the school at 762-4243. Students Receive ScholarshipsRachel Monger, daughter of Terri Monger, and April Roland, daughter of Herbert and Martha Monger, were named Wyatt F. and Mattie M. Jeltz Memorial Scholarship recipients at Northern Oklahoma College. Kirkendall Student TeachesKelli Kirkendall of Newkirk has been assigned to second grade at Liberty School for her student teaching from Northwestern Oklahoma State University. Pardee HonoredTravis Pardee, 1995 Po-Hi graduate, was named to Wichita State University jazz ensemble Jazz Arts II for the 1998-99 academic year. Ladd PerformsOlivia Ladd, daughter of Marty and Patricia Ladd, was featured in Macalester College’s production of “Slaughter City.” Book FairCitizens are invited to attend Woodlands Book Fair on Nov. 12 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at Brace Books & More. Woodlands PTA will receive 20 percent of the total gross sales at the book fair, which will be used for the school. Regular Board MeetingThe Ponca City Board of Education will hold a regular board meeting on Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Brace Books Hosts Trout School NightTo celebrate Children’s Week, Brace Books is hosting Trout School Night on Nov. 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. Brace Books will donate 20 percent of all proceeds to the Trout School Library. Door prizes will be drawn on the hour. Pam Hunter, library media specialist, said, “We appreciate Brace Books hosting this affair. It is always a lot of fun. The kids meet their friends there and the parents mingle and drink coffee. It’s almost a social event! Some people even get an early start on their Christmas shopping. But the best part is the Trout Library benefits from the whole event.” Ron McCleary, principal, stated, “Reading is our first priority at Trout. Our students benefit in two ways — by purchasing books at Brace Books and by the library having the opportunity to expand their selection with the proceeds.” RELIGIONPonca Citian Working Through Justice Fellowship for Prisoners Ponca Citian Working Through Justice Fellowship for Prisoners“It’s tempting to believe that criminals are — you know — different from you and me. They’re not really ‘normal’ human beings who stray down the wrong path. Possibly they represent ‘natural depravity,’ predestined from birth to be bad” — everyone has heard these phrases, or even been guilty of thinking or saying them. But, according to one Ponca City lady “it’s not always the way it is.” Diane Christenson is a member of Justice Fellowship in Oklahoma City, a group meeting the third Monday of each month to do what they can for the betterment of prison conditions and help legislate issues for prisoners in Oklahoma. Their mailing address is 2601 NW Expressway, Suite 102-E in Oklahoma City 73112. Diane believes in the notion that immersion in faith will help put inmates on the right path. She pointed out that in Texas the idea has taken hold and prisoners nearing their release date come together for a “life skills” class, whose teacher gently urges them “to be part of the process of change” by discussing each step with reference to the Bible and their own lives. Diane points out that we all know worship services and faith-based study groups have long been part of American prisons, but the Texas program participates in something different, an experiment in rehabilitation through religious immersion. Inmates spend up to 18 months in religious support groups and classes on parenting, social skills and “anger management,” as well as work inside the prison. Upon release, each is to receive six months of “after-care”, monitoring by volunteers, each affiliated with a local church. This is working in Texas, and such ideas are discussed by the group in which Diane is participating in Oklahoma City. She is extending a welcome to anyone in Ponca City who is interested in prisons and reform. She is interested in talking to those folks and her phone number is 762-5599 in Ponca City. The questions seem to be — “Are these prisoners in Texas experiencing anything different than people ordinarily experience with jailhouse religion?” and “Is it worth trying in Oklahoma?” Talk to Diane! 1st Assembly Calls PastorsMembers of First Assembly of God recently have elected to call the Rev. Tom Greene as their new pastor. The Rev. Mr. Greene has served as the Director of the National Youth Department for the Assemblies of God. He has held this position for the past three years, as well as serving 12 years as the Youth Director of the Oklahoma District of the Assemblies of God. While at the National Level, his duties were to provide leadership and assistance in various areas of youth ministries. These areas include short term student mission teams, international youth leadership training and raising funds for transportation and communication equipment. These funds provided for more than 2,300 Assemblies of God missionaries in more than 140 countries in the world. The Rev. Mr. Greene has also served as speaker for youth camps, conventions, leadership conferences, and school assemblies. In years past, he has served as Youth Pastor in both Woodward and Bartlesville, and pastor of the Henryetta First assembly of God. He and his wife, Pam, recently celebrated their silver wedding anniversary. Their son, Andy, and his wife, Sarah, are youth pastors in Mannford Okla. Their daughter, Bridgette, and her husband, Chresten Tomlin, are evangelists. The Rev. Mr. Greene and his wife are both natives of Oklahoma. Pam is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, and currently a speech teacher at Central Bible College in Springfield, Mo., where the couple resides. The couple will be commuting to Ponca City from Springfield until December. Pastor Greene has announced to the congregation that he has selected the Rev. Kalyn and Lori Brassfield as the Associate/Youth Pastor. Pastor Kalyn has served as youth pastor for the past seven years and has worked extensively with the Rev. Mr. Greene in the past. Pastor Kalyn and his wife Lori are graduates of Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, Texas. He is a native of Muskogee, and Lori is from Roswell, N.M. Their daughter, Lauren, at 2, has been the delight of the young people since her birth. This Sunday, Nov. 8, will be a special installation service with Dr. and Mrs. Armon Newburn. Dr. Newburn serves as the Oklahoma District Superintendent of the Assemblies of God. He will be presenting a special message for this occasion. Pastor Greene invites everyone to join in this memorable occasion. Child care will be provided for children of all ages. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. for all ages, morning worship at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Greene bringing the message in the Sunday evening service. Activities for the entire family are offered at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Pastor Greene and Pam are looking forward to getting acquainted with the congregation, as well as with the entire community. First Baptist to Present Goldsberry In Concert Here on November 15Concert Pianist Sharon Williams Goldsberry will be presented in concert in the First Baptist Church Worship Center on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. with an artist reception following in the Assembly Center. The entire community is cordially invited to attend this concert of classic piano literature and sacred hymn stylings. Please help spread the word to others. Piano teachers and students would especially enjoy this outstanding musical treat. Sharon is a 1964 graduate of Ponca City High School and received her BME from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1968. She holds the Master of Music in Musical Performance (’93), the Master of Music in Accompanying and Chamber Music (’94) from the University of Houston. She has also completed the course work and recitals for the Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Houston. Sharon currently teaches Music Theory and Sight-singing at the University of Houston. Sharon continues active involvement in the Music Ministry of the Wildewood Baptist church in Spring, Texas, serving as Church Pianist. Sharon served as Pianist here at FBC under the Music Ministry leadership of Doyle Spence and Gary Horton during her high school years. Sharon is being featured on the Artist Showcase for Oklahoma Baptist University Homecoming on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14. This will be her 30-year Class of ‘68 reunion. Then First Baptist gets to welcome her home on Sunday, Nov. 15. She will be featured in the morning worship service and then present the afternoon concert. Larry Masters, Minister of Music at First Baptist urges the public not to miss this admission-free concert. The church is located at the corner of Fifth and Central in downtown Ponca City. Bruce and Eileen Mackey Going On Mission to Michoacan, MexicoTo restore sight. To help someone walk again with a brand new hip. To aid the poor in ways that help them themselves out of poverty. Medical professionals and volunteers from Oklahoma and across the United States are joining in a Helping Hand Medical Mission to provide life changing medical care to the poor of Mexico. Family practice physician Dr. Bruce Mackey of Ponca City and his wife, Eileen Mackey, who works as a physician’s assistant in Newkirk, are going on the mission. They are joining a team of nearly three dozen who will spend a week among the poor in Cotija, Michoacan, west of Mexico City. The team will provide cataract surgeries, hip replacements, dental work, and other procedures that will make a truly meaningful difference in the lives of families struggling at a subsistence level. The lives of the medical missionaries are changed as well. One doctor said it was the first time he ever really got to do what he trained to do in medical school: He was treating people on a very personal level, seeing both their need when they came and their deep gratitude when they left. “We bring our knowledge and our skills, but the people we serve bring something, too,” says Lupita Assad, RN, coordinator of Helping Hand Medical Missions. “We are moved by their cheerfulness and their optimism. They have great faith in God in spite of very difficult circumstances.” It’s Homecoming Weekend At Hartford Avenue C of CIt’s Homecoming weekend at Hartford Avenue Church of Christ — marking 40 years of blessings for the church and its members. The church is located at 1905 Joe, just off Hartford Avenue. An open house will kick off activities on Saturday, Nov. 7 with fellowship and refreshments on the agenda — a time for reunion and visitation, according to the current minister, Donald Huddleston. Sunday’s activities open at 9:30 a.m. with the Bible Class for adults meeting in the auditorium to hear Leland Rodgers, minister from 1983 to 1990, talk about memories. A time of worship is set for 10:30 a.m. with Steve Parker, minister from 1993 to 1996 speaking on “When We All Get to Heaven.” Parker is presently Pulpit Minister at Southern Oaks Church of Christ in Chickasha and has just finished his Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MSMFT) at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Following luncheon in Fellowship Center, guests and speakers will gather in the Auditorium for introduction of charter members and visitors by John Summers. Participating in the afternoon will be Ron Pitts, former member Bill Terry; charter member Charles Randle of Jonesboro; Bill Smithson of Katy, Texas, former elder; charter member Walter Beam, Leland Holliday of Austin, a former deacon; John Moore, domestic missionary in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, currently residing in Hollis. John Summers will introduce charter members and visitors, Ron Pitts will lead singing, and Bill Terry, former member, will give devotional thoughts on the subject, “Maximizing Our Impact on the Lost”. The Hartford Avenue congregation is an offspring of the Grand Avenue Church of Christ, necessitated by that church’s outgrowing its facility. The present location for the Hartford Avenue Church was determined by the expansion north and east of the city, making Hartford and Joe a likely location for the expansion. The initial worship assembly in the new building was on Nov. 2, 1958, with 297 in attendance. That afternoon, 369 people participated in a singing service and 202 attended the evening assembly. Membership has grown through the years, the building and parking area have required expansion twice, and the church has been led by 10 pulpit ministers. The current minister is Donald Huddleston, who came to Hartford Avenue in February last year. 1st Lutherans Set Sunday ScheduleHave you thanked your boss lately for giving you your job? That will be a central thought in the 8:30 a.m. and the 11 a.m. services at First Lutheran Church this Sunday. The worship theme for the season is “Together in Thanksgiving.” This Sunday our thankfulness is centered on our vocations, Pastor Ramsey noted. His sermon will stress our need to thank God for our work. Congregation members who wish to do so will wear the uniform or dress that is specific to their vocation. Even the choir anthem, “Forth in Thy Name, O Lord,” stresses the importance of acknowledging God’s hand in providing our employment. The project that is connected to this theme is that of sending thank you letters to the supervisors or employers of the members of the church to thank them for providing work for those people in the congregation. A sub-theme for the service is that of Christ’s second coming. At times work here on earth could be very dreary if it were not for the great anticipation of joy that will be ours when Christ comes to take us to our eternal home, Pastor Ramsey observed. Sunday evening will find First Lutheran beginning a third, or alternative, service. That service will be held at 6:30 p.m. — a short service of praise and Bible study aimed primarily at young families, those who have work schedules that do not allow them to attend the morning services. Bake Sale PlannedLadies Annual Bake Sale, sponsored by the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 401 South Perry, will be held Saturday, Nov. 14 from 7 a.m. until sold out. Homemade cakes, pies and candies will be on sale. Stop by for your holiday goodies, and help the ladies of Trinity Nazarene with their missions work. First Christian Schedules Rock & Reach ConcertThe community is invited to join the members of First Christian Church Sunday afternoon for “Rock & Reach,” the church’s outreach concert to the community, in the church sanctuary. The concert gets under way at 5 p.m. so those planning to attend are urged to come a little early and enjoy the fellowship. Foster Johnson, event coordinator, said, “The concert is called ‘Rock & Reach,’ because of the rock the church was built on and this is an effort to ‘reach’ out to the community.” He added, “The music should rock a little, too, so there’s obviously double meaning.” Overton and Broadway, an up-and-coming contemporary Christian musical duo, will be providing the entertainment in this effort to reach out to Ponca City and the area. Kendall Overton of Claremore and Steve Broadway of Stillwater have been performing together for about three years. For the past year they have been working on their first album which is set for release early in 1999. “Eye Wall,” which is also the title of one of their songs, will feature 10 original songs written by the duo. “We’re very excited by the quality focus of the material,” said Overton. “We think the project will have extremely broad market appeal for people of all ages. The songs tell stories in an interesting variety of ways because at times they’re reflective, upbeat, moody or just plain fun.” Broadway says, “We’ve had a great time working together and look forward to taking this music literally around the world.” Overton plays keyboards, writes and produces music. As a youngster he toured nationally with his family, performing at university campuses as the opening act for Bob Hope. Steve spent several years touring with Carmen. He plays guitar and keyboard, sings, writes and produces. Johnson said, “We hope every seat in the sanctuary is filled as we hear these new sounds of contemporary praise and worship.” He added, “This will also serve as a good introduction to our new contemporary service which begins the following Sunday evening.” Johnson reminds everyone that this will be an informal event. “That means no suits and ties for the guys or Sunday-go-to-meeting dresses for the gals. Plan to come and have a good time.” A free snack supper and fellowship time will follow the concert. Grace Episcopal Honoring Organist Sunday MorningMusic is a way of life for Mrs. John (Velma) Tapp of Ponca City and her love for the pipe organ is evident in her playing for the services at Grace Episcopal Church. Parishioners of the church will honor Velma for her fourteen years of service as church organist, at a reception following the 10:30 a.m. Eucharist on Sunday, Nov. 8. In addition to serving as organist for the various services of Eucharist at Grace Church, Velma directs the two bell choirs — youth and adult - at the church, and spends additional hours in practice during the week. A member of the local chapter of the American Guild of Organists, Velma served as Dean of the chapter in 1973-75, and continues to be active in that organization, always inclined to encourage young people to take up playing the organ. She has expressed a concern that organists are becoming a rarity in our society. She is also a member of the Guild of English Handbell Ringers. In addition to her work with the music of Grace Church, Velma tutors a few students in organ and piano, encouraging young folks to try their piano talents on the organ to experience the sounds of the pipe organ. Velma has studied with Dr. Jim Strand, Professor of Music at Southwestern College in Winfield and former organist and choir director at Grace Episcopal Church. She is married to John Tapp and the couple celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 1995. They have a son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Faith Tapp of Ponca City and one grandson, Scott Tapp. John and Velma are both retired from Conoco, and Velma keeps busy with her work at Grace Church. An invitation is extended by Grace Church to anyone in the community who wishes, to join in honoring Velma Sunday morning. Biblical Drama Set at First United MethodistIrving Smith, a retired United Methodist minister will present a biblical drama centering on Joseph in the Old Testament this Sunday at First United Methodist. The Rev. Mr. Smith is well known for his in-costume presentations and has presented biblical characters for many years. The drama will be presented at both services during the regular sermon time. A former missionary to Cuba, Smith has kept contact over the years with the people there. His year in the ministry and his love of drama greatly enrich his presentations of biblical characters. He has also served as a District Superintendent and was pastor of St. Luke’s UMC in Oklahoma City for a number of years. Church Briefs‘The Sound’ Appearing at Calvary Worship Center in Hominy“The Sound” will be in concert Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. at Calvary Worship Center in Hominy. The Center is located on U.S. 99 North in Hominy. This group has reached thousands with their music and testimonies since their launching from Houston in 1985. The compelling vocals come from the trio of Bo Parker, Drew Cline, and Matt Butler, with an occasional added fourth part from keyboardist John Sommer. Each one has a distinct gift, and when they sing together the audience is drawn in to experience a refreshing and heartfelt touch from God. The public is invited to hear them in Hominy Saturday evening. Sunday is Sundae at Woodlands ChristianEven though every day is a SON-DAY, Woodlands Christian has designated this Sunday as a special SON-DAY. All members are encouraged to invite a friend to church this Sunday, Nov. 8, to worship with the folks at Woodlands, as well as attend Sunday School. Not only will you be sharing the blessings of a SON-DAY with them, you will have the opportunity to share a Sundae with them later. Every guest and their host will receive a certificate for an ice cream Sundae from Braum’s, to use at your leisure. Woodlands’s has lots of certificates and they want to use them all, so take a friend to church at Woodlands Sunday and have a Sundae on a Son-Day this Sunday! New Mt. Olive Baptists Plan Special ServiceNew Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 520 North Pine in Newkirk will be sponsoring a Fellowship Service on Sunday, Nov. 8, it was announced. The morning service will be held at the regular time — 11:30 p.m. During the afternoon, beginning at 3:30 p.m. a special speaker is scheduled. The Rev. V.O. Dangerfield of Greater Galilee Baptist Church in Oklahoma City will be the speaker. An invitation is issued to everyone who is interested in hearing the Rev. Mr. Dangerfield, to come and enjoy the afternoon. Harmony Missionary Baptists Plan Fall RevivalHarmony Missionary Baptist Church, 2230 North Union, will be having a Fall Revival Nov. 9 through 13, starting each evening at 7 p.m. Ed Heflin, pastor of the Springer Missionary Baptist Church in Springer, Okla. will be the evangelist. The church extends an invitation to everyone to hear Heflin during this coming week. Ministerial Alliance to MeetThe Ponca City Ministerial Alliance will meet on Thursday, Nov. 12 at noon in Conference Room C at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. “Recent Developments in Pastoral Visitation” will be topic of discussion, according to the Rev. Leland Petersen, spokesman for the organization. Members are urged to be present. ‘Come Let Us Reason Together’Hartford Avenue Church of Christ invites the public to share God’s Word with them every week — Sunday Bible classes 9:30 a.m., worship 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening service 6 p.m. and Wednesday service 7 p.m. There are classes for all age levels — nursery through adult. “The Lord said to me, ‘What do you see, Amos? And I said, ‘A plumb line.’ Then the Lord said, ‘Behold, I am about to put a plumb line in the midst of my people Israel. I will spare them no longer.” Amos 7:8. Amos declared that God would judge Israel and her enemies by the same objective and absolute standard. Just as we might use a plumb line to measure for perfectly straight and vertical walls in our homes. Amos said God’s plumb line showed how morally bent His people had become. Today, how can we convince people that God’s Word is true and they should live according to His law? Presbyterians Tell Midweek Program“The Life of Fanny Crosby” will be the program for the Presbyterian Church Midweek Program Wednesday evening, Nov. 11. In the play Carole Bouldin will be playing Fanny Crosby; Sara Ebbert, a young Fanny Crosby, and Katie Salmons. Some of the songs which Fanny wrote will be led by Dwayne Black and accompanied by Mary Sunshine Cogman at the piano. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program, according to Frances Waldron, Midweek chairman. SPORTSCats Not About to Back Away Cats Not About to Back AwayBy FRED HILTON News Sports Editor Fourteen Wildcat seniors will take to the field at Sullins Stadium for the final time tonight and face their biggest test of a season full of tests. The Cats take on Tulsa Union, ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 4 nationally. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. with the seniors being honored in a halftime ceremony. Its been a tough year for the seniors, who have struggled to build a new foundation for the Po-Hi football program under new coach Todd Kimrey. But the Poncans have not backed down from the challenges and are not backing down from this one. The players have expressed excitement about going against one of the best teams in the county. Union can wrap up its first perfect regular season under coach Bill Blankenship with a win tonight and the Redskins have a wealth of talent. Union boast some of the best skill players in the state along with some of the biggest linemen. “They are incredible,” coach Kimrey said after watching film of the Redskins. “They are very talented from top to bottom. They can bring in players off the bench and not miss a beat. “They’ll bring 120 players in here tonight. That gives them a lot to choose from. I know a lot of colleges which don’t have those kind of numbers.” The offensive front for the Redskins averages 247 pounds a man and no one is under 6-foot tall. The defensive line weighs in a 222 pounds per player. By contrast, the Ponca City offensive line weighs in a 209 pounds per player. The defensive front is a little heavier — 210 per man. Union has blown past most of their opposition on the year, scoring an average of 47 points a game. The winning margin in those nine games is 32 points a game. On the other side of the ledger, Ponca City is averaging just under 12 points a game while allowing 31 points per contest. But the Cats aren’t changing their goals for the game. “First of all, we want to move the football on the ground,” Kimrey said. “We have been averaging over 200 yards rushing a game and we would like to continue that.” No. 2 goal on the list is one the Poncans haven’t met this season. “We want to go through the game with no turnovers,” Kimrey said. “That’s something we haven’t done all year. If we can do that, who knows what will happen. We haven’t had that experience to know what we can do without turnovers.” Kimrey has added one more goal especially for Union. “They have a quarterback (Josh Blankenship), who has not been intercepted all year. We’d like to be the first to get an interception. “To that end, we’ve put in some new things on defense that will hopefully confuse them.” The Wildcat seniors to be honored tonight include lineman Justin Burns (6-1, 257), end Michael Galbreath (6-4, 227), lineman Matt Gray (6-0, 175), end Jason Green (6-5, 166), quarter back Eric Michael (6-2, 202), linebacker B.J. Minor (5-8, 205), end Wes Murrie (6-0, 180), Also lineman Josh Ozment (5-10, 27), linebacker Tanner Ray (5-9, 170), fullback Toby Red Leaf (5-11, 176), running back Joe Roland (5-10, 175), running back Kris Shores (5-7, 155), cornerback Jared Sindelar (507, 160) and linebacker Thomas Terry (6-1, 215). There are also three senior managers, Martkesha Guess, Michelle Hindergardt and Marcie Lee. Mavericks Cruise To 1st Round WinHOBBS, New Mexico — It’s raining in the desert, but other than that, there’s not much new. As in, the Mavericks won. Again. Just like last year, the Mavs blasted the home-team New Mexico Junior College Thunderbirds, 77-57, in the first round of the New Mexico Juco Classic. The Thunderbirds are ranked in the Top 25 in at least one national Juco poll, while the Mavs are unranked. Behind a crushing defense and excellent inside play by Ron Banks, the Mavs came back from a 43-40 deficit in the final 10 minutes to put the game away. Banks finished with 19 points, including 12 in the waning minutes of the second half. Though they opened a 15 point lead in the first 10 minutes of the game, early foul trouble on Mavs’ starting guards Josh Regnier and Larry Reid gave the Thunderbirds a window. By halftime, it was the Mavs with a narrow, 33-29 lead. Though the Thunderbirds took the lead early in the second half behind consecutive 3-pointers, the Mavericks responded with excellent shooting, and gave up just two turnovers in the entire span of the second half. While the Mavs finished 32-of-53 from 2-point range, the Thunderbirds withered before the Mavs’ defense, hitting on less that 30 percent from the field. They also crumbled at the free throw line, hitting just 16-of-28. “That’s a big stat,” said NOC coach Mick Weiberg. “If they had hit more it would’ve been closer. And we’re sending people to the line too much — we’re actually getting too aggressive. “But we did get them out of their press within the first couple of minutes. And they just didn’t shoot well.” Reed finished with 14, Regnier had 11, Sherman Rochell had 10, Shere Khan Jones and Ryan Williams each had 7, Jeff Newby had 3, while Barnard, Nathan Gregory and Latarvis Norman all had 2. William Ames led the Thunderbirds with 14. “Tyler Barnard did a nice job coming in to spell us,” said Weiberg, “and Rochell and Norman also had big games. “These guys showed a lot of heart, they played hard, and if they can keep that up they’ll get better.” The Mavs take on Ranger, Texas, today. Lady Mavericks Open Season With BlowoutLEVELLAND, Tex. — The NOC Lady Mavs started off their new season with a whopping victory, sailing past the Glendale, Arizona Lady Gauchos on Thursday, 95-54, in the first round of the Lady Texas Tour. After launching to a 51-25 lead in the first half, the Lady Mavs went on to outscore the Lady Gauchos 44-29 in the second half for the easy win. Erica Metcalf led the Lady Mavs with 18 points, Jennifer Williams had 15, while Ponca City’s Lyndsey Warrior had 12. All but one on the Lady Mavs’ roster scored in the game. Maureen Pasley led the Lady Gauchos with 12. “That was a great way to start off,” said coach Greg Krause. “We showed good depth, and we got everyone in in each half. “That gives us a little confidence. We clicked well and moved the ball well.” The Lady Mavericks also out-shot the Lady Gauchos 59 percent (36-of-61) to 36 percent (20-of-62) from the field, and had just 8 turnovers in the game. Following up the Lady Mavs leading scorers were Chenise Robinson with 9, LaTonya Douglas with 8, Kacey Whitworth and Lorraine Rice with 7 each, Stacie Scott and Ritha Moro with 6, Jessica Garner with 5, while Shaneta Lewis and Suzi Eisenhauer each had 2. The Lady Mavs now square off against a much tougher foe, today, host team South Plains College. The Lady Texans beat Rose State on Thursday. Po-Hi Swimmers Fall to StillwaterSTILLWATER — The Po-Hi swimmers kicked off their season with mixed results, Thursday, taking on Stillwater. The Lady Pioneers — defending state champions — blew past the Lady Cats, 163-109. The Pioneers — last year’s 10th place team — also won, beating the Cats, 169-120. Despite the losses, however, a number of swimmers on the boys side qualified early for state. Rory Peterson came through with wins in both the 100 fly and 500 free, while Chris Kana qualified in the 200 IM. Diver Eric Chambray also qualified with a first place finish. In addition, all three boys relays qualified — in the 200 medley, and in both the 200 and 400 free. The boys’ 400 free relay race was declared Swim of the Meet after DJ Nuzum came from behind to out-touch the Stillwater swimmer in the final 10 meters. On the girls side, the Lady Cats — out of five returning state qualifiers — qualified no one individually, but did qualify in the 200 medley relay and the 200 free relay. “It wasn’t an easy task,” said coach Dave Strah. “The Stillwater girls lost nine girls but they still have a very strong group. “There were a number of close races, on both sides, that were decided by hundredths and tenths of a second. But it’s still very early in the season.” The swimmers will host their next dual, at the YMCA, taking on Enid, Nov. 12 Results 200 medley relay 2 — Mersman, S. Chahar, Tomek, Leung 2:19.55* 4 — Roth, M. Chahar, Nuzum, Copple 2:38.60 ——— 2 — Dickey, Dunham, Ives, Redd 2:10.77* 200 freestyle 3 — Andra Nuzum 2:36.60 5 — Jessica Leung 2:43.12 6 — Meena Chahar 3:08.97 7 — Jennifer Roth 3:09.80 ——— 3 — DJ Nuzum 2:13.79 6 — Jake Redd 3:00.80 200 IM 2 — Sunita Chahar 2:54.32 4 — Megan Tomek 2:54.72 6 — Natashia Copple 3:16.99 ——— 2 — Chris Kana 2:29.36* 4 — Ben Dickey 2:43.21 50 freestyle 2 — Angela Kana 30.99 5 — Melody Wynn 38.16 6 — Anita Bilyeu 38.42 7 — Amanda Cobb 45.78 ——— 3 — Ryan Ives 27.65 4 — Patrick Tucker 28.50 6 — Eric Whitebay 30.32 7 — Michael Powers 32.79 100 butterfly 3 — Megan Tomek 1:23.46 4 — Natashia Copple 1:35.86 5 — Crystal Gill 1:51.70 ——— 1 — Rory Peterson 1:03.82* 4 — Patrick Tucker 1:16.54 100 freestyle 2 — Jessica Leung 1:09.40 3 — Shannon Mersman 1:12.30 4 — Anita Bilyeu 1:28.98 ——— 3 — Ryan Ives 1:01.29 4 — Greg Dunham 1:02.53 6 — Eric Whitebay 1:05.05 8 — Michael Powers 1:20.62 500 freestyle 2 — Andra Nuzum 6:57.59 5 — Crystal Gill 8:23.26 ——— 1 — Rory Peterson 5:41.95* 4 — DJ Nuzum 6:12.69 200 freestyle relay 1 — S. Chahar, Kana, Tomek, Leung 2:04.58 ——— 1 — Peterson, Kana, Ives, Tucker 1:47.52 100 backstroke 2 — Shannon Mersman 1:19.79 4 — Angela Kana 1:25.10 6 — Jennifer Roth 1:27.70 7 — Mena Chahar 1:28.38 ——— 2 — Chris Kana 1:11.81 3 — Ben Dickey 1:12.32 100 breaststroke 4 — Sunita Chahar 1:29.64 5 — Melody Wynn 1:52.24 7 — Amanda Cobb 2:02.25 ——— 2 — Greg Dunham 1:22.99 400 freestyle relay 2 — Kana, Mersman, Nuzum, Roth 5:07.05* ——— 1 — Peterson, Kana, Tucker, Nuzum4:02.15* 4 — Dickey, Whitebay, Reed, Powers4:51.64 Diving 1 — Eric Chambray 8 2 — Daniel Stranskey 6 Cowgirls Open Season TonightSTILLWATER — Oklahoma State’s Cowgirl basketball team will open the 1998-99 season tonight as OSU hosts the Icelandic National team in an exhibition game att Gallagher-lba Arena starting at 7 p.m. OSU returns two starters and five letterwinners from a team that finished 20-11 a year ago and made it to the second round of the Women’s National Invitational Tournament. The Cowgirls’ leading scorer last season, Jennifer Crow, returns for her junior year, along with sophomore starting center Devon Magness. O-State also has four seniors returning for their final seasons in Kourtney Bower, Megan Gregg, Nikki Harmon and Shelly Jackson. The Icelandic National Team is 0-3 so far this season havbing lost to the ORU women 69-53 Thursday night. They also lost to Louisiana State, 89-51, and Delta State, 68-50, earlier this week. Probable OSU starters for the game are: forward Nikki Harmon (5-11), forward Reba Johnson (6-0) or Megan Gregg (6-1), center Devon Magness (6-7), guard Kourtney Bower (5-9) and guard Jennifer Crow (5-9).
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