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From the pages of The Ponca City News, Sunday, December 6, 1998 LOCAL DEATHS NEWS BRIEFS LIFESTYLES SPORTS LOCALDescriptions of Ward Boundaries For Wards 1, 5 of School Election Descriptions of Ward Boundaries For Wards 1, 5 of School ElectionEditor’s Note: The following is an updated description of the ward boundaries for Wards 1 and 5 for the upcoming school election. Filings open Monday at the Kay County Election Board for open board positions of the Ponca City Schools. The vacant positions include Ward 1 and Ward 5. Ward 1 Beginning at a point on the West line of the Ponca City School District No. I-71, being the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 26 North, Range 1 East of the Indian Meridian, Kay County, State of Oklahoma, (said point being on the center line of Highland Avenue); thence East along said center line of Highland Avenue along the North line of the Northeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 26 North, Range 1 East and along the North line of Sections 27, 26 and 25, in Township 26 North, Range 1 East and along the North line Sections 30, 29 and 28 in Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the intersection of Highland Avenue and Waverly Street; thence North along Waverly Street to the A.T. & S.F. Railroad East/West spur; thence Easterly along the East/West North/South Main line of said Railroad; thence North along the Main line of the A.T. & S.F. Railroad across Sections 22 and 15, in Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the intersection of the Railroad Right of Way with the centerline of Prospect Avenue (the South line of Section 10, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence East along the South line of said Sections 10 and 11 to the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Kingston Road; thence North along the center of Kingston Road to the North line of Section 11, Township 26 North, Range 2 East (the center of Hubbard Road), thence continuing North to the East and West Half Section line in Section 2, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence West to the center of Section 2; thence North along the East line of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2, and East line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 27 North, Range 2 East to the center of said Section 35, thence West to the Northwest corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 27 North, Range 2 East to the center of said Section 35, Township 27 North, Range 2 East; thence South along the West line of said Southwest Quarter to the Northeast corner of Section 3, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence West along the North line of said Northeast Quarter to the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter; thence South along the West line of the Northeast Quarter and the Southwest corner of said Southeast Quarter; thence West along the South line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 3, Township 26 North, Range 2 East and the Southeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the Southeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence North along the Half Section line in Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 2 East and in Section 33, Township 27 North, Range 2 East to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 27 North, Range 2 East; thence East along the South line of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28 and the South line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 27, in Township 27 North, Range 2 East to the Southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter; thence North to the Northeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 2 East; thence West along the North line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 27, and the North line of the South Half of Section 28, and the North line of the Southeast Quarter of Section 29, all in Township 27 North, Range 2 East to the center of said Section 29; thence South along the Half Section Line of Sections 29 and 32 to the North line of Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence West to 1320 plus or minus feet to the Northwest corner of the East Half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 2 East thence South to the North line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the center of said Section; thence South along the East line of the Southwest Quarter of Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the Southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter; thence West along the South line of Section 5, Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the Southeast corner of Section 6, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence North to the Northeast corner of Section 6, Township 26 North, Range 2 East; thence West to the Southeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31; thence West to the West line of Section 31, Township 27 North, Range 2 East; thence North to the Northeast corner of Section 36, Township 27 North, Range 1 East; thence South along the Half Section Line to the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence West to the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 2, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence South along the Half Section Line in Section 2 to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of Section 2, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence East to the Southeast corner of said Section 2; thence South along the East line of Section 11, Township 26 North, Range 1 East to the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 11, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence West along the North line of the South Half of Section 11, Township 26 North, Range 1 East to the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 10, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence North to the Northeast corner of said Section 10; thence West to the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence North to the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 3; thence West to the Northwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of Section 3, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence South to the Northeast corner of the Southeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 1 East; thence West to the center of said Section 4; thence South along the West line of the Southeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 1 East and continuing South along the North/South Half Section line of Sections 9, 16, 20 and 28 in Township 26 North, Range 1 East (the west line of the Ponca City School District) to the point of beginning; and the Southwest Quarter of Section 34, Township 27 North, Range 2 East and the East Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 26 North, Range 2 East and the South Half of the Southeast Quarter and the South Half of the North Half of the South Half of the Southeast Quarter and the North Half of the North Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 22, Township 27 North, Range 2 East; The North 1/3 of the North Half of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter and the East Half of the Northeast Quarter except the North Half of the South Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 27, Township 27 North, Range 2 East. Ward 5 Beginning at a point on the West line of Ponca City School District No. I-71, being the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 26 North, Range 1 East of the Indian Meridian, Kay County, State of Oklahoma, (being on the centerline of Highland Avenue); thence East along the North line of the Northeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 26 North, Range 1 East and along the North line of Sections 27, 26 and 25, in Township 26 North, Range 1 East, and along the North line of Sections 30, 29 and 28 in Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the intersection of Osage Street to the center of South Avenue (the South line of Section 28); thence East along the centerline of South Avenue to the center of the A.T. & S.F. Railroad; thence Southerly along the A.T. & S.F. Railroad across Section 33 in Township 26 North, Range 2 East and across Sections 3, 4, 10, 15, 22, 21, 28, 29, 32 and 31 in Township 25 North, Range 2 East to the South line of the Ponca City School District (also the South line of Kay County); thence Westerly along the South line of the Ponca City School District to the West line of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 25 North, Range 1 East; thence North along the West line of the School District (being the North-South Half Section Line across Sections 33, 28, 21, 16, 9 and 4 in Township 25 North, Range 1 East and across Sections 33 and 28 in Township 26 North, Range 2 East to the point of beginning. This includes that portion of Section 3, Township 24 North, Range 1 East lying North of the Salt Fork River and being in the Ponca City School District. Blackwell Sophomore NOC QueenTONKAWA — Valerie Clark, Blackwell sophomore, was crowned 1998 Northern Oklahoma College Homecoming Queen at halftime of the men’s basketball game in the Foster-Piper Fieldhouse on Nov. 21. Wearing a red beaded gown with cutout midriff, the new queen was presented a bouquet of red and white carnations and tiara by escort Jason Ross, son of Tom and Donna Ross of Ponca City. “Shocked and excited” was Clark’s response when asked her reaction to the announcement. “Thank you to everyone for their vote; it makes me feel loved. An extra big thank you to the guys in Bush Duvall for nominating me.” Clark is the daughter of Roger and Gale Clark of Blackwell and the granddaughter of Robert and Lola Clark of Deer Creek and Robert and Helen Reese of Blackwell and great-granddaughter of Bertha Reese of Blackwell. She is the sister of Angela Davis of Blackwell and Lance Clark of Edmond. Valerie is a graduate of Blackwell High School where she participated in Student Council, Peer Helpers, Letterman’s Club, Vocal Music Club, Show Choir, softball and basketball. She was the Senior Class President and Miss BHS. Clark is majoring in general studies at Northern and participates in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Peer Counselors. She attends the Wesley House and the Baptist Student Union and serves as the Threlkeld Hall dorm president. The crown bearer was Ethan Stinson, son of Pam and Don Stinson, and the flower girl was Brook McCullough, daughter of Lois and Kevin McCullough, both of Tonkawa. Homecoming attendants included Angella Ogle of Tonkawa, escorted by Shawn Peterson of Liberty Mounds; Christy Kelley of Tulsa, escorted by David Deken of Perry; Amanda Hraban of Ponca City, escorted by Ryan Parli of Perry; and Jill Colwell of Blackwell, escorted by Bryan Coons of Braman. Terry Ballard was master of ceremonies for the coronation. Miss Clark was elected by secret ballot of students, faculty and staff from an original group of 28 candidates. ‘Hope’ General Theme During First Lutheran Service Today“Hope” is the general theme for the second Sunday in Advent at First Lutheran Church on Sunday for both the 8:30 a.m. and the 11 a.m. services. The Senior Choir will set the mood by singing the second section of the anthem “Candles of Advent.” Their main anthem for the day will be “O Jesus, Grant Me Hope and Comfort.” These thoughts come from the Old Testament reading for the day which is found in the prophet Isaiah. He there speaks about the shoot that will come from the stump foretelling the Messiah that will come from the dead line of David. In his sermon Pastor Ramsey will continue to compare our preparation for the coming of Christ with the coming of a new baby. The title of the sermon is “Bonded by the Birth: Preparing for Changes.” Holy communion will be celebrated in both services. The Hanging of the Greens service will take place on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. This beautiful service again centers on our preparations for the coming Christ. The many symbols and decorations are explained in Scripture readings, narrations, and songs. More than one hundred adults and children will assist in presenting the readings and various symbols as the church chancel is being decorated. Although First Lutheran has had a Hanging of the Greens service for several years, this is a completely new program which the congregation would like to invite the entire community to attend. The service will be followed by the Tasting Fair, which is held in the Church Fellowship Hall. The various organizations of the church will provide different holiday treats and will decorate their table in a unique way. The members of the Ladies Guild are coordinating the Tasting Fair. This should be a very special evening of worship and fellowship. On Sunday, Dec. 13, the Senior Choir will present the Christmas portions of Handel’s “Messiah” at both the 8:30 a.m. and the 11 a.m. services. Members of First Lutheran invite anyone in the community to share this great masterpiece of Christmas music with them. School CalendarPo-Hi Dec. 7 Canned food drive all week. Dec. 8 Junior varsity and varsity basketball against Broken Arrow at 5 p.m. Junior varsity wrestling, El Reno, at 6 p.m. Varsity wrestling at Broken Arrow at 7 p.m. Symphony Orchestra Concert, Hutchins Auditorium, at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 Christmas luminaries, Po-Hi lawn, at 7 p.m. Dec. 10 Faculty meeting in room F-103 at 7 a.m. Winter Band concert, Howell Auditorium, at 7 p.m. Varsity wrestling, Edmond Memorial, with the time announced later. Dec. 11 Junior varsity and varsity basketball, Sapulpa, at 5 p.m. Varsity wrestling, Tulsa Union, with the time announced later. Dec. 12 ACT testing in the Math/Science Building at 7:30 a.m. Varsity wrestling at Tulsa Union. Dec. 13 Chorale Christmas Concert, Howell Auditorium, at 2:30 p.m. School MenusElementary Breakfast Monday — Cereal or honey bun, apple, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal or honey bun, apple, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Cereal or honey bun, apple, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — Waffles with syrup and bacon or cereal or honey bun, apple, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Cereal or honey bun, apple, assorted juices and milk. Elementary Lunch Monday — Fried chicken with hot roll or pretzel with cheese sauce, scalloped potatoes, mixed fruit, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, bear grahams or assorted cold sandwiches, chef salad, diet plate, juice and milk. Tuesday — Fiesta burrito or mozzarella cheese sticks with marinara sauce, fresh carrot rounds with ranch dressing, corn, Jello, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads or diet plate, juice and milk. Wednesday — Soft beef tacos or mini corn dogs, cinnamon apples, mexican beans, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, brownies or assorted cold sandwiches, salads or diet plate, juice and milk. Thursday — Chicken strips with hot roll or barchetta pizza, whipped potatoes and gravy, applesauce, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads or diet plate, juice and milk. Friday — Ravioli with garlic bread or breaded chicken sandwich, seasoned green beans, french fries, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, chocolate chip cookies or assorted cold sandwiches, salads or diet plate, juice and milk. Middle School Breakfast Monday — Cheese roll ups or various muffins or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — Pancakes with syrup or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Eggs with sausage and toast or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Mid-High Breakfast Monday — Breakfast pizza or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Tuesday — Cinnamon rolls or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Wednesday — Eggs with bacon and biscuits or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Thursday — Biscuits and gravy or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Friday — Toast with eggs and potatoes or cereal, assorted juices and milk. Middle School Lunch Available on Monday through Friday at the Middle School is Domino’s, Carl’s Jr., Taco Bell burritos. Monday — Chicken nuggets with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas, fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears, pudding or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Tuesday — Crispy tacos, lettuce and cheese, fresh fruit, wacky cake, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Wednesday — Taco Bell chilito burrito, refried beans, fresh fruit, Jello, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate, potato bar, juice and milk. Thursday — Chicken strips with hot roll, whipped potatoes and gravy, green beans, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Friday — Meat and cheese nachos, mexican beans, mexican rice, saltine crackers, dill spears, cookies or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate, pasta bar, juice and milk. Mid-High Lunch Available at the Mid-High Monday through Friday are Domino’s, Carl’s Jr., Taco Bell burritos. Monday — Hot pockets, tator tots, fruit, glazed carrots, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Tuesday — Teriyaki chicken breast with hot roll, oriental vegetables, steamed rice, fresh fruit, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Wednesday — Roast beef with hot roll, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, green beans, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or pasta bar, juice and milk. Thursday — Chicken strips with hot roll, whipped potatoes and gravy, fresh fruit, lettuce and tomato salad, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or potato bar, juice and milk. Friday — Stuffed pizza, Italian blend vegetables, peaches, saltine crackers, dill spears or assorted cold sandwiches, salads, diet plate or pasta bar, juice and milk. High School Lunch Available every day at Campus Mart, the Training Table Deli offers a pasta bar, baked potato bar, lean items and fresh fruit. The Ala Carte Wildcat line offers Domino’s. Training Table Monday- Friday — Pasta bar, potato bar, deli sandwiches and salads, seasonal fruit. All-American Line Monday — Ham and cheese croissant, french fries, lettuce, tomato and onion, strawberry parfait, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Tuesday — Turkey with hot roll, whipped potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, turkey dressing, cranberry sauce, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Wednesday — Pizza pocket, corn, jello jigglers, tomato salad, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Thursday — Chili dog with cheese, french fries, baked beans, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. Friday — Macaroni and cheese with hot roll, California blend vegetables, glazed carrots, seasonal fruit, juice and milk. McCord Elementary Breakfast Monday — Ham patty, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday — Cereal, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday — Oatmeal, toast, juice and milk. Thursday — Sausage roll, juice and milk. Friday — Pancake and sausage, juice and milk. Lunch Monday — Chicken strips, potatoes and gravy, carrots, apple crisp, hot roll and milk. Tuesday — Grilled ham and cheese sandwich, ravioli, green beans, peaches and milk. Wednesday — Chicken noodles, mashed potatoes, peas, pears, hot roll and milk. Thursday — Pigs in a blanket, blackeyed peas, orange wedge, chocolate cake and milk. Friday — Charburger, french fries, pickle, onion and lettuce, mixed fruit, cookie and milk. City CalendarItems for the City Calendar should be brought in or telephoned (765-3311) to Bob Patterson, at the Ponca City News, by Thursday noon. Anytime FOLOBS (Friends of Library Ongoing Book Sale), anytime the Ponca City Library is open, North of Multimedia Room (downstairs). November 27-December 27 Festival of Angels, Holiday Lighting Celebration, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. nightly. Today Recipe Sampling and Autographing, Mary Ann Potter signing Herbal Pleasures, 1-3 p.m., and Cindy Grubb signing 1999 Calendars and two Cookbooks, 3-5 p.m., Brace Books and More, 2205 North Fourteenth Street. Stillwater-Ponca City Chapter United Ostomy Association Christmas Party, 1:30 p.m., south of Stillwater, Central Rural Electric Cooperative Community Room, 3304 S. Boomer Road. Ponca City Council of Garden Clubs Holiday Open House, 2-4 p.m., Cann Memorial Home, 1500 East Grand Avenue, see “A Garden of Gifts” boutique, enjoy a cup of hot Wassail and Christmas treats. Panhellenic Christmas Homes Tour, 2-5 p.m., Tickets available at homes, $5. “Joyful and Triumphant,” evening of music by Youth and Wesley Children’s Choirs and Bellchoirs of First United Methodist Church, 6 p.m., 200 South Sixth Street. Northeast Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir Concert, 6 p.m., at the church 2200 North Pecan. “The Spirit of Christmas,” by Silvertones (Senior Adult Choir) and Youth Music Ministry of First Baptist Church, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church. ALANO Group Open Discussion meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. December 6-31 Christmas Tree Collage, Wednesdays-Sundays, 1-5 p.m., Ponca City Art Center. Monday AARP Covered Dish Luncheon, noon, Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse. Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Pioneer Christian Crusaders Motorcycle Association, 6 p.m., Conestoga at I-35 and U.S. 60, west of Tonkawa, more information 765-3164. Northeast Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir Concert, 7 p.m., at the church 2200 North Pecan. ALANO Group 12 X 12 meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Tuesday Economic Development Advisory Board, 7:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 420 East Grand Avenue. Ponca City Library Board, 11:30 a.m., Library Board Room, 515 East Grand Avenue. Hospice of Ponca City Raindrops Support Group, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, North Pecan Road at East Hartford Avenue. McCord Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., McCord School Library. Osage Cove Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Fire Station, Keeler Road and U.S. 60. Rural Water District No. 1 Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Enterprise School on Lake Road. ALANO Group Beginner’s meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Wednesday Cultural Affairs Commission, 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Sun Room, 1000 East Grand Avenue. December Birthday Bash, Holiday Traditions, 1:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Rural Water District No. 3 (Braden) Board of Directors, 7 p.m., Braden Community Center. ALANO Group Big Book meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Thursday Ponca City Housing Authority, 10 a.m., 201 East Broadway Avenue. Agrarian Club, 6 p.m., southwest meeting room, Western Sizzlin’. Martha Gilliam signing her cookbook, Home on the Range, and serving recipe samples, 7-8 p.m., Les Gilliam singing songs from his 3 CD’s and cassettes, 7-8 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street. The Lettermen, 7:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre. ALANO Group Women’s meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Friday Music, Twilight Gang, 1:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. David Fitzgerald autographing “Bison: Monarch of the Plains and Oklahoma II,” 4-6 p.m., Brace Books and More, 2205 North Fourteenth Street. Historic Homes Holiday Tour, 6-9 p.m., tickets available at homes, $5. ALANO Group Speaker meeting (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. Saturday Alda Ellis autographing her books “Always Friends” and “An Angel in My Garden,” 2-4 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street. ALANO Group Open Discussion (smoking allowed), 8 p.m., 603 South First Street. December 13 Holiday Open House, 2-4 p.m., Marland Estate Mansion, Cultural Center, Cann Garden Center. Christmas program, “Birthday Party for Jesus,” 6 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street. Children’s Choir presents “A Star Is Born,” a Christmas Musical, 6 p.m., Northeast Baptist Church, 2200 North Pecan. “Gloria,” presented by adult choir First United Methodist Church, will celebrate Advent in song, 6 p.m., 200 South Sixth Street. “Sing We Now of Christmas,” an evening of music presented by elementary choirs of First Baptist Church including “Christmas in Egypt,” 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church. December 14 Hospice of Ponca City Grief Support Group, 10 a.m., 1904 North Union Street, Suite 103; 7 p.m., Westminster Village. Conoco Retirees Association Christmas Dinner, social at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., Chapel of Marland Estate, cost $14 per person, tickets from Gerry Morgan 762-0601, Bill Locke 762-5473, Louise Skinner 762-5970, Elmore Johnson 762-5086, Andy Longoria 765-6330. Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. December 15 Standing Bear Educational Committee, 11 a.m., Pioneer Bank Drive-In, interested citizens encouraged to attend. Kaw Lake Association Board Meeting, noon, Golden Corral, North Fourteenth Street and Bradley Avenue, Ponca City. Marland Estate Commission, 4:30 p.m., Marland Estate Conference Center. December 16 Christmas Bingo Gathering, 1:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. Ponca City Tourism Authority, 2 p.m., Cultural Center, Sun Room, 2000 East Grand Avenue. December 17 Hospice of Ponca City Grief Support Group, 10 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, Blackwell. Park and Recreation Advisory Board, 6:30 p.m., Municipal Court Room, Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Alzheimer’s Support Group, 7 p.m., Conference Room A, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Ponca City. December 18 Historical Preservation Advisory Panel Work Session, noon, Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. Traffic Commission, 1:15 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Christmas Music Special, 1:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. William Bernhardt autographing “The Midnight Before Christmas,” 5-7 p.m., Brace Books and More, North Fourteenth Street. December 19 Hometown Christmas Show, 7 p.m., Poncan Theatre, advance tickets at Master’s Touch Christian Book Store. December 20 “Christmas, Sing Noel,” Sanctuary Choir Cantata, 10:30 a.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street. Bravo Brass Concert, 2 p.m., Poncan Theatre, free. Ponca City Holiday Giveaway, 3 p.m., Sullins Stadium. Christmas Spectacular “A Light Still Shines” and “Holiday Classics,” 6:30 p.m., presented by adult choir and orchestra of First Baptist Church. December 21 Ponca City Board of Commissioners Work Session, 2 p.m., Public Safety Center, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street, call Beth Wright 765-6738 for additional information. Family Council, 7 p.m., Highland Nursing Home, 1401 West Highland Avenue. December 24 Christmas Eve Vesper Service, 5:30 p.m., First Baptist Church. Christmas Eve Communion Service, 5:30 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm Street. December 27 Mini-Concert featuring Max Lyall, pianist, arranger and recording artist, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church. December 28 Ponca City Board of Commissioners, Ponca City Utility Authority, Ponca City Development Authority, 5:30 p.m., Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room, 200 East Oklahoma Avenue. December 29 Ponca City Main Street Authority, 1 p.m., Main Street Office, 117 North Third Street. December 30 Planning Commission Work Session, 7:45 a.m., Planning Conference Room, Commercial Federal Building, Room 305, Fourth Street and Central Avenue. End of Year Bingo Bash, 1:30 p.m., Senior Center, 319 West Grand Avenue. January 16 M.L. King Birthday celebration, 6:30 p.m., Poncan Theatre. City Plans On AgendaWalking trails, rezonings, upcoming census and a tour of the wastewater treatment plant improvements are all on the agenda of the Ponca City Board of Commissioners in a work session Monday. The session, held at the Public Safety Center Commissioner’s Room at 2 p.m., will open with a discussion of a city-wide walking trails system as proposed by Keith Franklin of LandPlan Consultants Inc. Discussion will also include rezoning for the real property located south of Bradley Avenue, east of the railroad tracks and west of Jane Street, north of Young Avenue. The present zoning is for R-1 Agriculture District, and a proposal is for Planned Unit Development. In another planning issue, Todd Kennemer, planning director, will present information concerning the upcoming census. Communications from the commissioners and mayor will also be made available, as will a report from the city manager. Hometown Christmas Planned For Dec. 19 at Poncan TheatreHometown Christmas has become an annual event in Ponca City. Billed as “Ponca’s own Award Winning Entertainers” program, all the entertainers are residents of Ponca City. The performance will be 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at the Poncan Theatre, and tickets are $5 and available at the Masters Touch Christian Book Store prior to the show or at the Poncan Theatre that evening. The show is in its fifth year and provides a variety of entertainment as well as favorite Christmas songs. Mark Love is the director of the production as well as one of the entertainers, and he attributes his love of music, performing and Christmas as the reason for putting on the show. The Kids Medley is composed of children ranging between five and 10 years of age. Caley Reid is five, in Kindergarten at the First Assembly Christian School, and the daughter of Tonya and Bobby Reid; Jon Michael Parnell is seven, in the second grade at Trout Elementary, the son of Johnnie and Jammie Parnell, and is performing for his third year; Lauren Fleck, eight, is in the second grade at Washington Elementary, the daughter of Lawrence and Sue Fleck, and in her first year to perform in the show; Melissa Bacher is nine, in the third grade at First Lutheran, the daughter of Glenn and Marilyn Bacher and is singing in the show for the third year; and Nikki Brock is 10, in the fifth grade at Liberty Elementary, and the daughter of Dwayne and Barbara Brock. John Taylor will emcee the production. Other performers will include Julie Adams, Melissa Arambula, Patty Curl, Kimberly Evans, Audry Eubanks, Kevin Goldman, Chris Holroyd, Cara Kem, Megan King, Kay Knox, Ed Latimer, Derek Love, Malory Love, Mark Love, Sean Love, Shannon Love, Don Menasko, Tim Muniz, Angel Norris, Vicki Poulson, Erin Rutherford and Rick Whiting. The group known as Sweet Harmony is composed of Donita Cooper, Becky Dye and Rhonda Walker. Forgiven is comprised of Mark Brooke, Kris Johnson and Lynda Johnson. Ponca Citians can enjoy a respite from the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season and relax while enjoying the performances of Ponca City’s own entertainers. ‘Angel Illuminations’ Candles Available at Angel Central HereFor the third year, the Hester family’s “Angel Illuminations” glitter candles are available at Angel Central, located in the Pioneer Shopping Center. In addition, this year the road for these candles leads from Angel Central and Ponca City’s Festival of Angels all the way to the Oklahoma Governor’s Mansion gift store. Throughout her life, Helen Hatlelid-Hester’s parents, Bert and Agnes Hatlelid, encouraged their five children to try many different types of crafts. The Hatlelids made their life-long love of crafts into a business when they operated the House of Hobbies craft store from 1972 to 1986. About five years ago, Mrs. Hatlelid took her granddaughter, Maria Hester, under her wing and taught her one of these crafts — a technique to lift pictures, which is the first step in creating the angel candles. This led to a summer project in 1996 in which Helen and Maria created some candles which they sold at Angel Central during Christmas season of 1996. The following year, Jonathan, Maria’s brother, joined the crew and learned the steps for crafting the unique candies. Throughout this process, David Hester, husband and father, has supplied moral support and tolerated the glitter throughout the house. In 1995, Gov. and Mrs. Frank Keating started a tradition of having Oklahoma artists paint a scene of the Governor’s Mansion and creating a Christmas card from that painting. Their first in a series of Christmas cards is the mansion painted by Oklahoma artist, Nick Berry. Upon receiving this card, the candle crew went into action and created a glitter candle of that card and sent it to Mrs. Keating. The second Christmas card is the mansion foyer by native Oklahoman, James Steinmeyer. The Hesters created another candle and Carey Head presented it to Mrs. Keating at the dedication of the Domestic Violence Shelter house. Oklahoman Greg Burns was chosen to paint the third in 1997, a scene from the Oklahoma Room in the mansion. Mrs. Keating was in Ponca City for Pioneer Bank’s Community Celebration in September, and the Hester family personally presented the third candle to her. Mrs. Keating took the candle back to the gift store at the mansion and, within days, the manager of the gift store called the Hesters for additional candles to supply the store. Mrs. Keating has handwritten a thank you note to the Hesters each time she has received a candle. The last note said, “I love all three of the candles you all have made for me and will treasure them always. You’ll never know how grateful I am for your thoughtfulness, generosity and efforts on Frank and my behalf. Thank you, thank you, thank you all! You are always welcome at the Mansion.” Tales of the Old 101 Ranch RevivedBy KATHY ZEHR News Staff Writer The wild “Tales of the Old 101 Ranch” live again! Hilarious tales of elaborate and ridiculous antics of the Miller brothers and their fun-loving 101 Ranch cowboys fill the pages of new reprints of the popular little book “Tales of the Old 101 Ranch,” first published in the early 1950s. New reprints are available once again thanks to Friends of the Cultural Center. All funds from sale of “Tales of the Old 101 Ranch” will be used for preservation of the Ponca City Cultural and Visitor Center. The 53-page softcover booklet, written by Gordon Hines, is a rib-tickling good read for those who enjoy tales of the unique 101 Ranch, early-day cowboys, good horses — all combined with elaborate practical jokes. Based on supposed true events (some too ridiculous they couldn’t possibly be a figment of the imagination) and cooked up by real characters on the 101 Ranch, the stories are mostly about pranks and funny events perpetrated at the ranch, the Ponca Reservation, and nearby towns. All eight stories involve real people who lived, visited and worked at the ranch. The tales are of true events but believed to be somewhat colored by the teller’s imagination with some questionable embellishments to make a funny or memorable story more believable (or unbelievable — as the case may be). Writing in the lingo of the ranch hand, author Gordon Hines picks up the innovative and creative minds of the Millers; the fun-loving personalities of rough-tough ranch hands; the crude but hospitable atmosphere of the 101; and mixes them all with the colorful characters who visited there. The booklet can be read in an evening, and picked up again and again for a few moments of lusty belly-laughing. It’s a great tool to let off steam and to give a few minutes relief from a disappointing TV menu. The author says in his forward, he believes the yarns recapture some of the rugged spirit which made our pioneers a unique people. He talks about often hearing the great guffaws of laughter at the 101 when Joe Miller, a most talented story-teller, was entertaining millionaires, politicians, artists, European nobility and thousands of ordinary folk who came there in those early days to stay at the ranch. Many of those tales Miller told have appeared in books about the 101, in Western style magazines and in true stories about the one-of-a-kind American cowboy. “Tales from the Old 101 Ranch” contains the cream of the crop. It includes stories about rigged duels, running off the big “city slicker” doctor with the help of the friendly Indians, a lengthy and colorful story about the first rodeo at the ranch and a tornado that almost ruined the weeks of planning. It is about the Miller’s friendship with Chief White Eagle and some tricks played on the Millers by smart Medicine Men. One incident in the story about the big city doctor, recalls the arrival of the doctor at the Bliss (now Marland) 101 Ranch Station. He writes, “Number 15 never made a complete stop at Bliss — the 101 Station. The Santa Fe didn’t like the 101 crowd much, anyway, due to some feudin’ and fussin’ and fightin’ stretched over the years. “So the railroad people figured they were making a generous concession when they slowed down their trains just barely enough to make sure a dismounting passenger’s neck would not be jerked plumb in two. They wanted — just barely wanted — to avoid damage to suits. From there on, they didn’t give a rootin,’ tootin’ hoot. Of course this happened back in a time when equine and bovine passengers were more profitable and more peaceful than the human kind. “... the doctor must have tripped on his malacca cane, for he hit the cinders with the seat of his beautiful britches and his tall silk hat tumbled into a weed patch nearby .... most of the cowhands could not suppress gasps of amazement. The doctor was just dag-goned, down-right beautiful in all them fancy togs. The Prince Albert coat, the striped britches, the highly polished patent leather shoes, the resplendent cravat, the lemon-colored gloves. Well, some of the boys had seen such trappin’s in a wish-book, but they had never seen them adorning a human form. Where was the weddin’?” Funds from sale of “Tales of the Old 101” will be used by Friends of the Cultural Center to assist the city of Ponca City in the historical preservation, care and management of the grounds and buildings of the Cultural Center. The books are available at the Cultural Center, Pioneer Woman Museum, Christy’s, and Angel Central. They are excellent Christmas stockin’ stuffers for those who like Western reading, for history buffs, and for collectors of area memorabilia. For more information about the book or the Friends of the Cultural Center call Marquetta Brown at 765-7536. The Lettermen Bringing Christmas Show To Poncan Theatre ThursdayThe letter sweaters may make only a brief appearance at each performance, but the Lettermen harmony is undeniable. Nine gold albums and scores of top singles demonstrate a popularity that has endured through several generations. The Lettermen bring their unforgettable romantic harmonies to the Poncan Theatre on Thursday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. The trio of singers has changed some, but the sound has only gotten better. Led by Lettermen original Tony Butala, the group has admirable versatility. Darren Dowler was only a youngster when his professional career began. He was right out of high school. Donovan Tea, a native of Houston, Texas, started singing professionally at age 17. But the original has them all beat. He began at age eight and within a few years was a member of the famed Mitchell Boys Choir in California. Tea was a lead singer for the group “The Young Americans” by age eighteen. The group opened for such performers as Sammy Davis, Jr., Rich Little and Tony Bennett. While he was a member of “The Young Americans,” he guest starred on NBC’s holiday special, “Merry Christmas, Fred, from the Crosbys.” While on the show, he performed a tap dance with Fred Astaire and sang back-up with Bing Crosby on “White Christmas.” Darren Dowler had a small television role in 1984 in the well-known soap opera “As the World Turns.” This success led to more prominent roles in the series “Swamp Thing” and “The Adventures of Superboy.” He also played character roles on MTV. He has an extensive list of stage credits, including “Elvis, A Musical Celebration” on Broadway, and roles in “Of Mice and Men,” “Grease,” “Oklahoma,” and “Napoleon, The Night Before Waterloo.” Dowler is also a skilled impersonator. Butala also has made several films, including “On Moonlight Bay,” “White Christmas,” “Peter Pan,” and “The War of the Worlds.” Tony is also an avid vintner, and devotes considerable time and energy to his 40 acre vineyard in Napa Valley. He actually developed the well-known Lettermen “sound” by experimenting with early vocal combinations, including one with Connie Stevens. By 1959 he had found the signature sound of this elegant trio. But through the years, the Lettermen sound has adapted well to changing trends in music. The classic romantic trio bring their unforgettable sounds to a big Christmas Show at the Poncan Theatre this Thursday at 7:30. The show will feature some of the classic Lettermen songs, including “The Way You Look Tonight,” “Shangri-La,” the Theme from “A Summer Place,” and others. But the trio also will present a terrific selection of holiday songs. They might even show up in Santa Claus hats. The event is sponsored by the Ponca City Publishing Company and Home National Bank. For tickets, patrons should call the Poncan Theatre at 580-765-0943. The theatre ticket office is located just to the right of the main entrance of the theatre at 104 East Grand. The office is open Monday-Friday from 1-5 p.m. Alliance for Youth Begins CommitmentThe Ponca City Alliance for Youth, formerly known as the Ponca City Youth Summit, has begun its commitment to making a difference in the lives of youth in our community. Each committee met, discussed their goal(s) for the coming year and set dates for their first task force meeting. “Everyone is welcome to attend the task force meeting. We need the whole community, especially the youth to get involved,” says Helene Schwartz, summit program chair. “If the goals of the summit are to be realized, we need everyone to pitch in.” The following is a list of task force meetings. Teen Pregnancy meeting — Monday at the First Baptist Church, South Fifth Street and East Central Avenue at 7 p.m. Juvenile Crime/Gangs and Violence meeting — Thursday at Lincoln Center, 700 West Broadway, at 2 p.m. Substance Abuse meeting — Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, Fourteenth Street and East Grand Avenue, at 7 p.m. School Dropout Rate meeting — Tuesday, Jan. 12, at the Chamber conference room, Fifth Street and East Grand Avenue at 7 p.m. Race Relations meeting — Thursday, Jan. 14, at the Board of Education, 111 West Grand, at 7 p.m. Sexual/Physical Abuse meeting — Thursday, Jan. 14, at Pioneer Motor Bank at 6:30 p.m. For more information call the United Way at 765-2476. American Legion Suggests Sending Cards by InternetSending a holiday greeting card via the Internet is getting a nostalgic twist from the American Legion (www.legion.org). The nation’s largest war-time veterans organization is using artwork from National Commanders’ cards of the past and providing a free service to all. “We hope all visitors to our site will send a greeting card to someone they know, especially to family and friends serving overseas,” Butch Miller, national commander of the American Legion said. Just surf to the Legion’s homepage and follow the link. You can even select music and preview the card before it begins its journey along the information super highway. “The American Legion site isn’t the only one to provide a means for sending a card,” Miller noted. “But, our nostalgic art work sets us apart from all the others.” With some 253,000 members of the military serving in such far-flung places as Bosnia, the Persian Gulf, Korea and at sea, The American Legion wants family and friends to use this service to send a special message. “It’s important we tell them they are not forgotten and that we do appreciate their sacrifices on our behalf,” Miller said. Gallagher-Iba Arena Plans Still MovingTULSA (AP) — Oklahoma State University officials say donors coughed up $5.4 million in the past week to keep the renovation and expansion of the schools Gallagher-Iba Arena on track. Harry Birdwell, vice president for business and external relations, told OSU regents Friday that bids on what was to have been a $35.5 million project were more than 10 percent over projection when they were opened on Nov. 24. ‘‘The bids were somewhat higher than we had hoped,’’ said Birdwell, ‘‘but we had gone so far with this we had to go forward.’’ As recently as Wednesday, OSU officials thought they may not be able to renovate the 60-year-old facility as planned. But donors came through. ‘‘We made appeals to some people who really wanted to make it happen, and they were able to step up and do it,’’ said Birdwell. The project includes an expansion of Gallagher-Iba Arena’s seating capacity from 6,300 to about 12,000, building a practice gym, building luxury seats with views of both the basketball floor and the adjacent Lewis Field and the upgrading of locker room facilities for both football and basketball. Regents awarded Manhattan Construction the job on a total bid of $40.9 million. Work on the project is expected to begin next month, with completion slated for December 2000. The contract includes a $10,000- per-day penalty if the job is not completed on time, and a $100,000 bonus if it is finished ahead of schedule. ‘Weigh Down Workshop’ Offered From Northeast Baptist ChurchA “Weigh Down Workshop” is being offered by Northeast Baptist Church, 2200 Pecan Road, beginning in January, it was announced this week. Orientation for this workshop will be held Monday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. Two workshops are being offered, one meeting on Sunday afternoons at 4:15 and the other on Sunday evenings at 6:30. Weigh Down is a biblically-based seminar that teaches people to transfer a love relationship with food to a love relationship with God! Through this seminar, you will learn how you can be delivered from the slavery of overeating and dieting. God can change your heart so that you truly have no desire to eat the second half of a candy bar if you are not hungry, workshop leaders said. Regardless of age, size, or means of control — dieting, exercise, bulimia, anorexia — even if you have given up self-control, this program is for you, leaders noted. “Weigh Down” was designed by Gwen Shamblin. Gwen has extensive experience in the field of nutrition, both as a consulting registered dietitian and as an instructor of nutrition at Memphis State University. Since 1980 she has focused her counseling practice in the area of weight control, combining her formal training in dietetics with a strong Christ-centered orientation. These efforts led her to found the Weigh Down Workshop. Gwen will be a guest on Larry King Live on Monday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. on CNN. Maurisa Pruett and Laurie Graham will lead the “Weigh Down Workshops” at Northeast. For more information concerning this program, call Northeast Baptist at 765-2404. Cost of the workshop is $103 for first time participants and $50 for first time alumni. This cost covers class materials and listening tapes for personal use. Home Heating Assistance Available Through DHSHelp with home heating costs will be available across the state this winter through the federal Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. The applications period for assistance is Dec. 1 through Dec. 24. Federal funding for the current LIHEAP program in Oklahoma is approximately $6 million. Last year funding was $6 million, and more than 64,000 households received LIHEAP funding. Carlan Kindred, Kay County Director, reports that 735 households in Kay County were served by LIHEAP assistance last year at an expenditure of $64,638. Kindred said, “Many — but not all — households which receive public assistance through DHS will be automatically authorized for LIHEAP and will not need to make application. These households will be notified of their eligibility by mail.” Most other households which receive some type of public assistance food stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or state supplemental payments to the aged, blind or disabled — will be mailed LIHEAP applications. Eligibility for help through LIHEAP is based on households income and assets, Kindred said. Low-income households which do not receive public assistance may also be eligible for home heating assistance. “Persons who think they may be eligible because of their income may contact the local DHS office located at 201 E. Blackwell, Blackwell, or by calling 363-3586 or 1-800-493-7982,” Kindred said. “They should have available their latest heating bill and income information.” All completed applications must be returned by Dec. 24 to the county office she said. LIHEAP eligible homeowners who need weatherization services and have not received the services in the past should contact their area Community Action Agency. Police Set To Comply With Law on JuvenilesBy PATTI PFEIFFER News Staff Writer The Ponca City Police Department has announced that it will be complying with a recent change in the law governing the protection of juvenile criminals and the confidentiality of their arrest records. Previously, the name of juvenile offenders was protected information and not available to the public. However, as of Nov. 1 the names of juveniles, arrested for a felony offense, will be made public. “We will comply with the law as it is written,” said Ponca City Attorney Kevin Murphy. With several high school boys recently arrested for a Ponca City armed robbery, the Ponca City Police Chief is hoping that the change will be a deterrent to juvenile crime. “It possibly could be for the simple reason that it may bring into focus the crimes juveniles are committing and get the attention of the citizens,” Chief Raymond Ham said. “More attention may possibly have an impact — some it will affect, and some it won’t.” The chief told the story of a citizen’s shock and dismay upon learning that it was indeed several juveniles arrested for and in connection with the armed robbery of the Sonic Restaurant, 2603 North Fourteenth Street on Nov. 18. The four 16-year-olds have since been identified as Lamario Stillwell, Marlan Sepeda, Andrew Kana and Anthony Dewberry. Stillwell and Kana were both charged with felony offense of robbery with a dangerous weapon and have been released on a $2,500 cash bond and a $7,500 own recognizance bond. They are scheduled at a later date for a preliminary hearing. Both Sepeda and Dewberry have been charged with knowingly concealing stolen property and according to the Attorney’s Office will be prosecuted in the juvenile court system. “People just are not aware of the types of crimes our youngsters are committing and are shocked when they find out,” Ham says. Finding out just such things is the reason the bill was proposed, passed in the legislature and enacted into law. According to the bill’s author, former state representative Sean Voskuhl, the law, he hopes, will send a stern warning to juveniles. “It seems like juveniles think they can get away with anything, because nothing happens to them, and then their names are not even released,” Voskuhl said. “If they commit the crimes, whether they are 16-years-old or not, they should do the time and be treated like everyone else, which includes making their names public.” Voskuhl says he wrote the bill with the assistance of the Enid police chief at a time, not only when juvenile crime was a problem, but when the public had become fed up with it. “There was a public outcry to do something,” Voskuhl says. “The people wanted to know who was committing the crimes and they have a right to at least know that information. We included only felony offenses — the more serious crimes — in the bill, not the misdemeanor crimes, like stealing bubble gum. “There is a trend that we should get away from a slap on the wrist and get tough on juvenile crime and hopefully this law will get that message out. Whether the embarrassment will deter juvenile crime, I don’t know for sure, but at least the people will now know who it is committing the crimes and that they deserve.” Filing Period Begins Monday For Board of Education SeatsBy KRISTI HAYES News Education Editor Two Ponca City Board of Education seats will be vacant in February 1999. These two seats, Ward. No. 1, currently held by Andrea Morriss, and Ward. 5, currently held by Marvin Clark, will be part of the annual school election slated for Feb. 9, 1999. The filing period for Board of Education candidates will open at 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 1998, and will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 9. All filings must be made at the Kay County Election Board in Newkirk. The term of office of the newly elected board member shall commence on the first regular, special or emergency school board meeting after the date of the annual school election and after the member has been certified by the County Election Board. Other Vacant Positions Pioneer Technology Center’s Board of Education will have a vacant position in Office No. 2, serving the Blackwell area, currently held by Larry Cannon. Other Kay County positions include Kaw City School Office No. 1 (three-year-term) and Office No. 2 (one-year-term), Braman School Office No. 4 (five-year-term) and Office No. 5 (one-year-term), Kildare School Office No. 2 (three-year-term) and Office No. 3 (two-year-term), Tonkawa School Office No. 4 (five-year-term), Blackwell School Office No. 4 (five-year-term), Peckham School Office No. 3 (three-year-term), and Newkirk School Office No. 4 (five-year-term). Vacant positions in Osage County include Burbank School Office No. 1 (one-year-term), Office No. 2 (two-year-term), and Office No. 3 (three-year-term), McCord School Office No. 3 (three-year-term), Shidler School Office No. 5 (one-year-term) and Office No. 4 (five-year-term), and Woodland School Office No. 1 (four-year-term). Noble County positions include Billings School Office No. 4 (five-year-term) and Frontier School Office No. 4 (five-year-term). School Board Qualifications To be eligible as a candidate of the board of education of a public school district, a candidate must have the following qualifications: — A candidate must have been a registered voter registered with the county election board at an address located within the geographical boundaries of the district for six months preceding the first day of the filing period; — No person shall be eligible to be a candidate for or elected to be a member of the board of a public school district unless the person has been awarded a high school diploma or certificate of high school equivalency; — In school districts that are divided into election districts, a candidate must have been a registered voter with the county election board in Newkirk; — A candidate may not be related to a school employee within the second degree by blood or marriage; — A candidate cannot have been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or no contest to, a misdemeanor involving embezzlement or a felony and it presently be within 15 years of the completion of the sentence; and — If the candidate is filing for reelection after service of a full term as a board member, the candidate must have completed at least 15 hours of continuing education workshops approved for credit by the State Department of Education during that full term. DEATHSLloyd K. Ellis Lloyd K. EllisBLACKWELL — Lloyd K. Ellis, resident of Blackwell, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 1998 in Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He was 84. The memorial service will be held Monday, Dec. 7, 1998 at 11 a.m. in the First Christian Church in Blackwell with the Rev. Daryl Donavan officiating. Roberts Funeral Home, Blackwell is in charge of arrangements. Lloyd Kenneth Ellis was born Nov. 4, 1914 in Breckenridge, Mo., the son of Webb and Rosella (Lord) Ellis. He grew up in Breckenridge where he attended rural schools. Following graduation from high school he attended Morris State College in Morris, Minn., for a few years before moving back to Brookfield, Mo. to join his brother in managing Gambles Hardware and Appliances. He and Doris Louise Hortenstine were married Feb. 24, 1940 in Kansas City, Mo. and settled in Brookfield for 14 years. In 1954 they moved to Blackwell, Okla. and he opened Gambles Hardware and Appliance store on Main Street, operating it until 1961. He then began traveling as a Display Supervisor for the Gambles Company, holding this position until 1978 when he retired. He and his wife traveled extensively over the United States, covering all 50 states whether it pertained to his job or just for pleasure. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Blackwell, serving on the Church Board for many years, helping with the Youth Department, serving as an elder and was a member of the XL Sunday School Class. He was also a member of the Lions Club in Brookfield, Mo. where he helped found the civic organization for the town of Brookfield. Surviving are his wife, Doris Ellis of Blackwell; two daughters, Ruth Thompson of Columbia, Mo., and Rose Cassie of Tuttle, Okla.; five grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by two brothers, two sisters and his parents. ObituariesChester O’Neil BowlinChester O’Neil Bowlin, Ponca City resident, died Friday, Dec. 4, 1998 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 72. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 7, 1998 at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Terry Jackson, Wesleyan Bible Holiness Church officiating. Arrangements are made under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Mr. Bowlin was born on Dec. 24, 1925 in Salem, Ark., to Ira (Jack) and Lula Mae (Murrell) Bowlin. The family moved to Cushing in 1933 where Chester worked for a grocery store as a delivery boy for many years. He joined the U.S. Army in April 1945 and served with the Army of Occupation in Europe until November 1946. He moved to Ponca City in 1947 and married Wilma (Jean) Bair on Dec. 24, 1952. The couple made their first home in Ponca City where he worked for Sober Brothers Construction for 23 years before retiring in 1979. He was a member of the VFW, enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Jean of the home; one daughter, Kristina Kilpatrick of Arkansas City; two sisters, Edna Brassfield of Cushing and Martha Pence of Ponca City; three grandchildren, Shane O’Neil Kilpatrick, Tanner Thomas Kilpatrick, and Allison Jean Kilpatrick. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Melvin, D.W., Orville, and Talmage Bowlin; two sisters, Veda Lamb and Edith Jones. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday evening, Dec. 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Ponca City, 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601. paid obituary Services PendingLucia M. SchiltzLucia M. Schiltz, longtime Ponca City resident, died Saturday morning, Dec. 5, 1998, at her home. She was 99. Arrangements are pending with the Trout Funeral Home and will be announced later. Vearl Albert SmithVearl Albert “Sonny” Smith, Ponca City resident, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 1998 at the Shawn Manor Nursing Home. He was 71. Funeral arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel and will be announced later. Virginia May PavlikVirginia May Pavlik, resident of Ponca City, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 1998 at her home. Survivors include her husband, Hank Pavlik, of the home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel and will be announced later. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorial ServicesSundayBettyanne SmithA memorial service for Bettyanne Smith will be conducted at the First Christian Church in Ponca City at 2 p.m., instead of 1:30 p.m. as originally announced. Floral Haven Funeral Home, Broken Arrow is in charge of arrangements. NEWS BRIEFSABWA Christmas Luncheon Set — The American Business Women’s Association Annual Christmas luncheon buffet is scheduled for Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cultural Center. Proceeds will go to the organization’s scholarship fund. Tickets are $5 each and available at the door. Pure Water Wagon. 1717 North 5th. Reverse osmosis water. 25 cents a gallon. adv. Po-Hi Luminaries — Po-Hi Student Council Luminary Display will be Wednesday 5:30 to 9 p.m. in front of the High School. Students are encouraged to attend the activities. Betty’s Boutique Holiday specials. Open House, Sunday 1-5. adv. Redneck Christmas — David Davis, author of “Redneck Night Before Christmas,” will be at Hastings Books, Music and Video 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday to sign books and tell his stories. Metabolife As seen on TV. Natural herbal capsules to loose weight and provide energy. Northcutt’s & Styles. 1413 East Hartford. adv. Sweatshirt Sale — Printed and plain sweatshirts are 15 percent off the entire stock at the Village Screen Print Shop located at the Opportunity Center, 2201 North Union. Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The public is invited to come by the print shop and sign up for a $15 gift certificate. Camera Repairs. Graham Photo, 201 North First, downtown. 765-4348. adv. Post 38 Meeting — American Legion Post 38 will meet 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Special Services building at White Eagle. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. Trail Ride for Toys — There will be a trail ride for The Salvation Army’s Christmas Toy Drive Saturday at 10 a.m. starting just east of McKinley School on Sixth Street and riding to the north parking lot of J.C. Penney’s in Ponca Plaza. All horse riders are welcome and encouraged to participate and are required to bring an unwrapped toy for a child of any age. For additional information, contact Fred Collins at 767-0548, Terry Martin at 763-9032 or Capt. Mark Craddock at 762-7501. The Vintage Cottage Antiques, 1401 N. Union, continues our big clearance sale of 50% to 70% off selected items throughout the shop. Closing out my private col- lection of over 50 years of timeless treasures, collectibles, vintage clothing and jewelry, quality antiques, and fascinating memorabilia. Open Wed.-Sat. from 12:30 to 4 P.M. adv. Decorations Stolen — A person from the 3700 block of Larkspur reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:05 a.m. Friday that some Christmas decorations had been stolen during the night. The information was logged. Ideal For Holiday Gifts, NCOHA Publication: Copies of original “The Homestead Laws of Oklahoma Territory” with folded out Cherokee Outlet map as published in 1893, $9.95, available at: Brace Books and More; Just Yesterday; Affairs to Remember; The Pioneer Woman Museum Gift Shop; Pandoras for Antiques at 1320 E. South Ave. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from Wal-Mart at 5:52 p.m. Friday that a 48-year-old man was being held for petit larceny. Abandoned Vehicle — The Park Ranger reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 1:24 p.m. Friday that an abandoned vehicle was being towed from the scene. An officer assisted. Pvt. Morris Graduates — Army Pvt. Jauaghn A. Morris has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Knox, Ky. The training included basic military training and advanced individual training (AIT). The first eight weeks of initial entry training (IET) included basic combat training, drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history and traditions. Pvt. Morris was also trained as an armor crewman to serve in tank units and conduct defensive and offensive combat operations. He is the son of Janice R. and Chris L. Morris of Blackwell, and is a 1998 graduate of Blackwell High School. Santa Visits in your home. Also, some store and daytime visits available. For information call 767-1205. adv. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of North Pecan Road and East Hartford Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 8:06 a.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and information was logged that drivers had exchanged information. Sandi Gore Evans, 1999 calendar, $10.95. Carla’s Hallmark, downtown. adv. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of North Seventh Street and East Highland Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 10:16 a.m. Friday. Officers assigned took a report. Tuesday Night heavyweight showdown! Only on pay per view Tuesday, December 8th at 8:00 p.m., $19.95. Five bouts of heavyweight boxing includes a women’s heavyweight bout, also call Cable One at 762-6684 to order. adv. Subjects Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of North Sixth Street and East Fresno Avenue at 10:18 a.m. with an 18-year-old male, a 19-year-old male and an 18-year-old female for possession of marijuana. Cut Christmas trees, wreaths, and roping. Keathly Nursery, 48 Bridge Avenue, 762-2922. adv. Accident — A two-vehicle, non-injury accident at the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and Whitworth Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 6:12 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Butter Braids: Seven flavors, rise and bake, home made flavor, great gifts. Grand Central Station, 114 South Fifth, 767-8336. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and Overbrook Avenue at 5:48 p.m. Friday with a 32-year-old man held for driving under suspension, having no insurance and having an expired tag. Call Don Sawyer, your full time chimney sweep since 1975. Efficient and no mess. Call 1-800-974-8698, in Ponca 762-8883. adv. Lights Stolen — A man from the 800 block of North Birch Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 6:45 p.m. Friday that some yard lights had been stolen from the residence. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. At 8:08 p.m., police received a call that juveniles were in custody for stealing the lights. An officer brought three juveniles to the police department and they were later released to a parent. Stolen Tag — A person from the 1300 block of South Fifth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 11:46 a.m. Friday that a tag had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a petit larceny report was taken. 50% Off till Christmas on all clothing and household items (some items excluded). Twice as Good Thrift Shop, 209 South 2nd. adv. Accident — A two-vehicle, non-injury accident at the intersection of North Fifth Street and East Hartford Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 12:35 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Household Water purifiers of various types and sizes. Excellent for Christmas gifts. Call 718-0819. adv. Accident — An official reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 2:32 p.m. Friday that he had had an accident in a city vehicle at Lake Ponca. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. New And old items for sale. Southwest crafts. Old Tyme Photos. Highway 60 at Silver City Flea Market (jail). Saturday and Sunday. adv. Stolen Tag — A woman was at the Ponca City Police Department at 2:38 p.m. Friday to report that she had just bought a vehicle and the tag agency had advised her that the tag on the vehicle had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Being Relocated, or in town for a short time? We have homes available by the month or longer. All homes are full furnished with appliances, furniture, linens, pots and pans. Inclusive of cable, local phone, and utilities. Please call 580-762-7980 or 580-718-0681. adv. Subject Held — A three-vehicle accident at the intersection of North Fourteenth Street and East Hartford Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 3:08 p.m. Friday. A 24-year-old man was held for having no driver’s license, having no insurance, and failure to comply with a child restraint. A vehicle was towed from the scene. Beautiful Poinsettias multibloom plants. Keathly Nursery, 48 Bridge Avenue, 762-2922. adv. Tools Stolen — A man from the 1400 block of West Highland Avenue reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 3:36 p.m. Friday that some tools had been stolen from the truck during the night. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. R&G Style Shoppe, Newkirk. Open Sunday 1:00 to 4:30. Dresses, corduroy, and selected denim 50% off. adv. Sleeper Arrested — A clerk at Citgo, 300 block of West Grand Avenue, reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 4:10 a.m. Saturday that a man was asleep by the trash area. An officer was assigned and a 52-year-old man was held on a Kay County warrant for failure to appear. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from Wal-Mart at 4:45 p.m. Friday that a 21-year-old man was being held for grand larceny. WWF Rock Bottom: In your home... Coming to pay per view. Sunday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m., $29.95. Watch your favorite wrestling star in your house!! Call 762-6684 to order Cable One! adv. Accident — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of South First Street and South Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 4:49 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Santa’s Forest Christmas tree farm, 3-1/2 miles west of Ponca City on Highway 60. Hours: Weekdays 5-8 p.m., weekends 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 765-9441. adv. Accident — A minor accident in the 200 block of East Chestnut Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 5:11 p.m. Friday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Art Association annual Christmas sale. Monday, December 7 and Tuesday, December 8. Large assortment of merchandise at affordable prices. Grounds and garage. 819 East Central. adv. Abandoned Bicycle — A person was at the Ponca City Police Department at 10:21 a.m. Friday to turn in an abandoned bicycle found at the intersection of North Birch Street and West Summit Avenue. Vehicle Recovered — The Communications Center received a report from Conoco Security officers at 4:49 a.m. Saturday that a vehicle had been abandoned east of old McKinley School on South Seventh Street. Ponca City Police Department officers assigned discovered the vehicle had been stolen from Enid earlier. Bicycle Abandoned — A bicycle was reported abandoned in the 300 block of West Ponca Avenue at 10:09 p.m. Friday. Information was left for Animal Control to handle the situation. Free 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. Shoplifter — A person at Drug Warehouse, 2211 North Fourteenth Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 11:21 a.m. Friday that an adult shoplifter was in custody. An officer was assigned. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. For professional carpet cleaning, call the professionals. Jueschke Carpet Cleaners. 765-3421. adv. Items Missing — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported at 8:11 p.m. Friday that some items had been stolen from his unit while at Ponca City High School. Court Allen Construction. Concrete and flagstone walkways, patios and yard curbing. Call 765-2720. adv. Subject Held — An officer of the Ponca City Police Department reported from the intersection of Hudson Drive and West Hartford Avenue at 9:11 p.m. Friday that a 36-year-old man was being held for DUI and driving left of center. Windshield Chips repaired professionally. Guaranteed and insurance approved. Ponca Glass, 762-6522, 762-7957. adv. Citations Issued — A person from the 300 block of South Osage Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 9:18 p.m. Friday that someone had put shaving cream all over the windows. An officer was assigned and citations were issued. Safe Stolen — A man from the 1000 block of North Second Street reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 9:33 p.m. Friday that a safe had been stolen from his residence. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Cash Missing — A person from Western Sizzlin’, 1209 East Prospect Avenue reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 10:06 p.m. Friday that some cash had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Assault — An officer reported from the emergency room of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center at 12:45 a.m. Saturday that a subject was being treated for injuries from an assault while at the YMCA. A report of an assault with a deadly weapon was taken. Injury Accident — A request was made by a Kay County deputy at 12:54 a.m. Saturday for an ambulance three miles east of Tonkawa on U.S. 60 following a two-vehicle accident. An ambulance from the Ponca City Fire Department responded and took a man complaining of back pain to St. Joseph Regional Medical Center for treatment. Accident — A two-vehicle accident in the 1200 block of East Prospect Avenue was reported to the Ponca City Police Department at 1:32 a.m. Saturday. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. Beer Stolen — A clerk at E-Z Mart, 2225 North Fourteenth Street reported at 2:22 a.m. Saturday that two subjects had just stolen beer from the business. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. LIFESTYLESMusical Program Set for 20th Century Club Musical Program Set for 20th Century ClubChristmas music will be provided by members of the choral workshop of the Ponca City Music Club when members of Twentieth Century Club meet Friday, Dec. 11, at 1 p.m. at the Cultural Center. The choral workshop is directed by Kathy Wimberley, and Mary Sunshine Cogman is the accompanist for the group. Members of the group are Shannon Mair, Codie Wolf, Barbara Brown, Evelyn Smith, Ann Salmons, Rose Marie Boggus, Alice Crowder, Lois Rence, Mary Coffee, Jan Schikram, Louise Trout, Betty Throop, Elma Robson, Betty Sandy, Darlene Kassen, Audrey Jones, Ann Harlin, Mary Gordon, Billie Conley, Kay Anthony, and Pat Purkey. Greeters for the Twentieth Century meeting will be Mrs. Bill Carmichael, Mrs. Harold Jones, Mrs. Richard Severance, Mrs. Bruce Evans, Mrs. Carter Mathews, and Mrs. Ernest Trout. Members of Twentieth Century Club have recently decorated the Cultural Center for Christmas and will provide refreshments for the Christmas Open House to be held Dec. 13 at the Cultural Center. Ponca City AARP Will Install Chapter OfficersPonca City Chapter 432 of AARP will hold its December meeting and installation of new chapter officers at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the Conoco Fourth Street Clubhouse in the South Room. This meeting will also include a covered dish dinner. The new officers remind all past, present and future members that the “strength of AARP lies in consistent attendance and promotion of chapter activities.” AARP is now 33 million strong nationwide. Museum Open HouseThe Christmas open house at the Kaw City Museum will be held 2-5 p.m. Dec. 13 in the Brill Building in Kaw City. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities. There will be Christmas music, refreshments and door prizes. Tours of the Brill Building and old depot will be available. For further information call 762-3046. Artist Gives Hominy a BoostBy LOUISE ABERCROMBIE News Staff Writer HOMINY — “No dream comes true until you wake up and go to work,” and that’s exactly what artist Cha’ Tullis did when he began to put Hominy on the Oklahoma tourism map with his Native American murals. One of his visions is to create a Spiritual Art Park. With a little help from his friends, Cha’ has recently begun a downtown project that could be classified as “a park.” An artist of many talents — from painting to sculpture, designing jewelry and beyond — Cha’ is using those talented hands to lay brick. The ART—ification of downtown Hominy continues as he shapes brick benches on main street for the many visitors who come just to see his larger-than-life metal sculptures and colorful murals. A side benefit for the visitors is that the artist often steps on board the visiting tour buses and does the narrative himself. Tourists will soon be able to rest in the shade of a variety of lovely trees that are to be planted in between the benches — thus giving this small Osage town the sophistication of an urban area. Already the downtown park theme is taking shape. This summer Cha’, who is of Blackfoot ancestry, captured a huge buffalo — in metal sculpture — on a corner across from his two-store front jewelry, art gallery and gift shop. Behind the Buffalo is a wooden gazebo adding to the park-like flavor. Although Tullis is just 40, he has created more art work than many artists ever accomplish in a lifetime. With Hominy as his easel, Cha’ has painted over 40 compelling building murals on a shoestring budget. Now a number of the metal sculptures are planned for the downtown area. The funding for the projects always appears in one way or another. Children save their change, and dedicated believers in the work of Tullis, donate materials or money. Even the skeptics have come around to helping when they realized how much the artwork has brought to the community in terms of economic development. The town, like many founded on the wealth of oil, had been under economic duress from the oil bust of the 1980s, when Tullis began his art crusade. The mural project began in 1990 as a part of the Oklahoma Homecoming ‘90 celebration, resulting in the completion of three murals. A mural on the corner wall of the drug store, entitled “Seeker of Seasons,” launched the effort in 1992. This mural was later destroyed in a fire on New Year’s Day 1994. This original mural required 200 hours of work and 14 gallons of paint. Another mural, “Looking to the Future,” was still standing after the fire was out, but the fire-damaged building was eventually razed. Since the time when he began the larger-than-life building murals half a dozen years ago, tourists and “arty” folk have been coming in droves — an estimated 230,000 came last year to see the City of Murals. The artist and his work have been a boon to Hominy with several new restaurants opening, a new service station has been built, and other new businesses are starting up. When a tour bus comes to town to see the murals or the mammoth Native American horse mounted silhouettes on top of a hill overlooking the town, the riders stop to dine and often buy art, gifts or other merchandise. Many will browse the Chás Jewelry/Chá Tullis Designs at his main street store, which is often manned by Teena Tullis, wife of the artist. The couple combined two stores into a classy showcase for the works of Tullis and others. Recently, they complemented the store with a back room featuring a fountain. They restored the building to its highest level — the original tin ceilings. Current plans are to add another room and remodel the frontage rooms of the store, including raising the suspended ceilings to show the decorated tin which is currently hidden away. An interesting Native American Christmas tree is the focal point for one of the show areas. This masterpiece is decorated with archery bows, dream catchers, and other intriguing ornaments. Shopping at the store is a pleasant experience as music filters throughout the building, the decorative fountain flows, and the work of the artist surrounds the customer. But, best of all, is a cheery word from Cha’ regardless of the dollar amount of the purchase. The customers might hear a word or two of positive philosophy from the artist saying something like “Life is grand,” and you know he means it. Little NewsTracy and Michelle Fryar of Gilbert, Ariz. announce the birth of a son, Trevor Garvin, at 7:12 p.m. Nov. 30, 1998, at Mesa Lutheran Hospital in Mesa, Ariz. He weighed 6-pounds, 1-ounce and measured 18 1/2-inches long. He has a sister, Tori Michelle, two-years-old. Maternal grandparents are Jan Schou of Thomas and the late Niles Schou. Paternal grandparents are Garvin and Guarry Fryar of Ponca City. John Brady Bookout is the name selected by Steve and Regina Bookout of Ponca City for their son born Nov. 17, 1998, at 3:42 a.m. at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He weighed 8-pounds, 8-ounces and was 20 1/2-inches long. The couple has three other children, Madison, Anna and Bethany Bookout. Grandparents are Clint Sharpe of Tulsa, Jean and Jose del Valle of Tulsa, and the late Eugene and Helen Bookout. Parrish-Overall Vows Dec. 26Announcing the approaching marriage of Ashley Parrish and Michael Overall are her parents, Phillip and Carolyn Parrish of Sperry. Overall is the son of George and Nancy Overall of Ponca City and the grandson of Wilburn and Nell Majors and G. J. and Hazel Overall, also of Ponca City. A 4 p.m. ceremony Dec. 26 at the Marland Mansion is planned. Miss Parrish is a graduate of Holland Hall in Tulsa, and the University of Tulsa. She is a police reporter for The Tulsa World. Overall is a graduate of Ponca City High School and Oklahoma State University. He is employed as a staff writer for The Tulsa World. First Christian Church CWF Hosts TeaMembers of the Christian Women’s Fellowship board were hostesses for the annual Christmas Tea and Silent Auction on Dec. 3 at First Christian Church. Betty Blubaugh, auction chairperson, and her assistants arranged handmade crafts, baked goods, and other items brought by members for viewing and bidding. Charlotte Pitts, CWF vice president, invited members and guests to the decorated Christmas table for spiced tea, coffee and an array of snack foods made by the CWF groups. Linda VanPeenan and Carol McNitt, hospitality chairpersons, and members of the board were hostesses. Charlotte Pitts and Jo Ellen Morrison presided at the tea and coffee service. Following refreshments, Marilyn Andrews introduced Carolyn Hook and Mary Lindsay, The Davanzatti Duo, who presented a program of Christmas music. Following a brief business meeting, conducted by Mrs. Pitts, Earlene Roach, worship chairperson, introduced Edith Short who presented the worship entitled “How High Is Your Star”, based on Matthew 2-9. Guests were Marjorie Cortright’s daughter Shari Dean, her daughter, Stephanie Vigil; and her daughter Danielle, all visiting here from California. Other guests were Fern Anderson of Illinois, Terry Heyer’s mother, and Annabelle Ewy. The meeting was closed with the CWF benediction. Kimberly Carey Bride-ElectMr. and Mrs. Ronald Carey, 2209 Cardinal Road, are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Jean, to Trenton Garvin Fryar, son of Mr. and Mrs. Garvin Fryar, 2700 Canterbury. The couple plans a Feb. 27, 1999 wedding at the Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Ariz. Miss Carey, a 1986 graduate of Ponca City High School, earned a bachelor of science degree from Oklahoma State University, and a master’s degree from the University of Alabama. She is a child life specialist with Children’s Medical Center of Dallas, Texas. Fryar, a 1987 PCHS graduate, attended OSU and received a bachelor’s of science degree from the University of Oklahoma. He is Senior Software Engineer for IDB Systems, Inc. in Dallas. Heather Drake, J. F. Mossauer Marry in TulsaHeather Nicole Drake of Jenks became the bride of Joseph Franz Mossauer of Tulsa in a summer ceremony at Holy Family Cathedral in Tulsa. Their vows were solemnized by the Rev. E. A. Flusche. The bride is the daughter of Dr. James E. Drake of Jenks and Dinah S. Drake of Tulsa. The bridegroom is the son of Frank and Sylvia Mossauer, 701 Dalewood, and the grandson of the late Nick and Dora Balli. Special guest at the wedding was the bride’s great-grandmother, Addie Mae Bennett. The bride was attired in a full skirted designer gown. The sleeveless bodice and skirt were accented with satin bands, and her chapel length illusion veiling was also edged with satin and secured by a floral headpiece. She carried a bouquet of peach-colored flowers and greenery. Laura Michelle Drake was the honor attendant for the bride, and bridesmaids were Lisa Stephenson, Angie Pickens, Brooke Pregler, Michele Dentiste and Jenny Michalopulos. Cassie Sinnock was junior bridesmaid. Tom Hunt served as Best Man and groomsmen were David Hunt, Brent Wilcoxen, Kent Bishop, Chad Blew and Mike Nathman. Guests were seated by David Balli, Javier Cervantes, Robert Coon and David Clark. Candlelighters were Jennifer Taylor and JoAnn Michalopulos. The guest book was attended by Katie Drake and Jenny Ramey. The bride’s parents hosted the reception at the Petroleum Club in Tulsa. The bridegroom’s parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at the Petroleum Club also. Following a cruise to San Juan, St. Thomas and St. Martin, the couple has established a home in Tulsa. The bride is Clinical Research Coordinator at the Clinical Pharmaceutical Trials, Inc. in Tulsa, and the bridegroom is Environmental Sales Engineer at Water Process Systems, Inc. in Broken Arrow. Among the guests attending the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Balli and Diana Balli of McAllen, Texas; Mr. and Mrs. Scott Farrow of Broken Arrow; Joe Cervantes of Stillwater; Mr. and Mrs. Michael Johrendth of Menomonee Falls, Wis. Attending from Ponca City were Mr. and Mrs. Rod Trant and Bobby, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Balli, Blanca Balli, Ruben Balli, Mr. and Mrs. David Balli, Jacob and Stephanie Cervantes and Billy Elston. Bits and PiecesInternational ClubThe International Club will hold its annual Silent Auction at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church on Thursday. Members are asked to bring something to be auctioned. The program will be “Miss Suzi’s Singing School” presented by Suzi Lenhart. All International residents, and interested Americans, are asked to contact Aracelly Killblane, 762-3731, for more information about membership. ABWA LuncheonThe American Business Women’s Association is planning a Christmas buffet salad luncheon Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Ponca City Cultural Center. Lasagna will be served along with a variety of salads and a dessert. Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased at the door or from an ABWA member. Proceeds will go toward local scholarships. Garden ClubSage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club members will meet at 11 a.m. Dec. 9 at the home of Jannie Ross, 402 North Sixth. Co-hostess will be Cheryl Smith. Those attending are asked to bring a favorite dish for the luncheon as well as a gift created from dried herbs, flowers, etc. to exchange for Christmas. There will not be a Serendipity table in December. Teen Contest PlannedThe search is on for Miss 1999 Oklahoma Teen. Contestants must be between the ages of 13 and 19 as of July 11, 1999. They will be judged in a personal interview, swim wear and evening wear competition; there is no talent competition. Miss 1999 Oklahoma Teen will enjoy a a year of personal appearances, travel and an array of cash and prizes. The National Miss United States Teen Competition will be held in Tampa. Fla. For additional information, or to receive an application, contact Miss Oklahoma Teen Pageant at (407) 523-9015; or write to Miss Oklahoma Teen Pageant, 6239 Edgewater Drive, Suite N3-2, Orlando, Fla. 32810; or visit website at www.missunitedstatesteen.com. All applications must be received by Dec. 28, 1998. Wedding Plans AnnouncedThe engagement of Julie Marie Aldrich and Matthew Spruill has been announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Aldrich of Mullinville, Kan. Their wedding will be July 17, 1999, in Wichita, Kan. Spruill is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Spruill of Topeka, Kan., and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Kelle of Ponca City. He is the great-grandson of Ms. Erma Faye Moore of Blackwell. The future bride is a graduate of Greensburg High School and plans to graduate from college in May 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The prospective bridegroom is a graduate of Valley Center High School and Bethel College. He is working toward a master’s degree in Criminal Justice. Local TOPS Chapter Holds MeetingTOPS OK 308 Chapter met Monday evening with Donna McCoy calling the meeting to order. The devotional was given by Ruth Garroutte entitled It Shows on your Face, and Mom’s Letter. The TOPS pledge was led by Edith Smith, and Betty Flower led the KOPS Kreed. Robinell Oldham called the roll and Betty Flower gave the weight report. Best Loser was Mary Bryant, and the Ha Ha pot was won by Fern Black. Plans were finalized for the Christmas party. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a nonprofit organization whose members desire to lose or maintain weight. Members are encouraged to develop individual exercise programs and contests are used to encourage weight loss. Brief programs are presented each week and visitors are welcome to attend. Weigh-in time is 6:15-6:45 p.m., and meetings are at 6:45 p.m. on Mondays. For more information contact Betty Flower, 765-5448. Barnes Celebrate AnniversaryAn open invitation is extended to friends and family of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie E. Barnes, 731 North Sunset, to attend a reception in their honor Dec. 13, 2-4 p.m., at the Sunset Baptist Church. The occasion is a celebration of the couple’s golden wedding anniversary, and they request “no gifts.” Eddie E. Barnes and the former Charlene Norris were married Dec. 8, 1948, in Guthrie. They made their first home in Stafford, Kan., and later resided in Oklahoma City, Muskogee, Garden Plains, Kan. and Jasper, Texas. They have lived in their present home for 33 years. They are members of Sunset Baptist Church, and he is employed at Thorn Apple Valley. Mrs. Barnes retired from child care in 1988. Hosting the event will be their children and their spouses: John and Terri Fry, Chuck and Glynda Barnes, Harland and Debbie McClaskey, Bill and Bambi Correll. Mr. and Mrs. Barnes have 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; two foster children, Carol Rahlf and DeeDee Peterson; and four foster grandchildren. Engagement Is AnnouncedAn open invitation is extended to friends and family of Nicki N. Fowler and Heath D Gaisford to attend their wedding Dec. 26. The 2 p.m. ceremony will be at the Ranch Drive Baptist Church, and the reception will follow at the Ranch Drive Fire Department building. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jerry and Danna Fowler of Ponca City, and the prospective bridegroom is the son of Dennis and Lola Faye Gaisford of Gage. Miss Fowler is a graduate of Ponca City High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in music education from Oklahoma City University. She is presently band and choir director at Mooreland High School in Mooreland. Gaisford graduated from Shattuck High School and earned a certificate in auto mechanics technology from Northeastern Area Vo-Tech in Afton. He is the owner/operator of Gaisford Trucking, and farms in the Gage area. Wheatheart Nutrition Menu Listed for WeekVolunteers are needed to deliver meals to the home bound participating in the Wheatheart Nutrition Project. For more information call 767-1620. Wheatheart Nutrition Menus for this week are as follows: Monday, Dec. 7: Sloppy joe; tomato rice soup; oven fried potatoes; bun with margarine; peach crisp. Tuesday, Dec. 8: Fish krispies with catsup; macaroni tomatoes; seasoned green beans; muffin with margarine; red fruit gelatin with whipped topping. Wednesday, Dec. 9: Sliced turkey with gravy; mashed potatoes; buttered peas and carrots; roll with margarine; fresh fruit. Thursday, Dec. 10: Barbecue meatloaf; coleslaw; chilled peaches; bun with margarine; sugar cookie. Friday, Dec. 11: Chicken and noodles; buttered broccoli; mixed fruit; biscuit with margarine; cherry fluff. Professionals Today Make DonationProfessionals Today voted at the Thursday meeting to contribute $1,500 to Peachtree Landing. The action came after a recommendation from the executive committee, made by Ro Mayse, to give $500 from Community Service and a $1,000 from the regular budget. The new officers installation luncheon is slated for Dec. 17 at E.W.’s Restaurant on the Marland Estate. President Debra Whitener called on Betty Thompson to start a game of “face tag.” Others participating were Jocelyn Marzoula, Liz Hubbard, Pixie Rowland and Lillian Taylor. Those in attendance having birthdays were Julie Brown, Sue Lunsford and Jocelyn Marzoula. Roses and Raspberries were given by Welema Greer and Loretta Leathers. The secretary’s report was given by Suzanne Zanardi, and Julie Brown was responsible for the treasurer’s report. Whitener told about the Bridgeway Christmas gifts project. The Bridgeway party is set for Dec. 22. Karen Furman, co-chairman of the 1999 Cook-off, told of plans for next year’s event. All committee chairs are asked to have their cook-off budgets to Chairman Loretta Leathers by Feb. 1, 1999. The cook-off is set for Sept. 18, 1999. Community Invited To Attend Christmas EventsOn Sunday, Dec. 13, from 2-4 p.m., citizens are invited to visit the Marland Estate Mansion, 901 Monument Road, the L. A. Cann Home, Fourteenth Street and East Grand, and the Ponca City Cultural Center (Marland’s first home), Tenth and Grand, for a Holiday Open House. Admission is free to all Ponca City residents. “The people of Ponca City are so fortunate to own three distinctive historic homes. We encourage citizens to come to the Holiday Open House and see how each home is dressed up for Christmas, all decorated by volunteers. They might even get some ideas for decorating their own homes,” said Kathy Adams, Historic Buildings Director for the city. Marland Estate MansionEvery room of the mansion is decorated with holiday finery fit for a castle said Adams. The Davanzatti Duo will be entertaining in the ballroom during the Open House. Each floor follows a specific theme. The Gallery Level decor reflects the elegance of the ballroom and salons, with the grand tree and wreaths decorated in gold, silver, mirrors, and pearls, with twinkling lights in abundance. The Lower Level is festive in red and gold, ready for holiday parties. The Dining Room is detailed with the table set in anticipation of the holiday meal. The tree, wreath and centerpiece feature fruit and greenery. On the Upper Level the Marland family’s living quarters are decorated as if the family still lives here. Each of the six guest bedrooms is adorned to suit its colors and style. Mr. Marland’s Library is decked out in blues and greens with ornaments reminiscent of his love for animals. Lydie Marland’s Sitting Room is highlighted by an angel tree. George Marland’s suite includes decorations with a hunting theme. Guides will be available throughout the mansion to point out the highlights. L.A. Cann HomeMr. L. A. Cann, portrayed by Jeremy Sparks, will greet guests at the home on Sunday afternoon. He will offer information about the history of “his family’s former home and his career as Kay County Commissioner, and City Manager of Ponca City during the early years of Ponca City.” Cappuccino and cookies will be served. This home has been decorated by the Ponca City Council of Garden Clubs. Ponca City Cultural CenterLive background music, performed by local artists, will enhance the open house at the Cultural Center. Guides will present historic information about the unique elements of the home and tell stories about the Marland family, who lived here from 1916 until 1925. Refreshments will be served in the formal dining room with its original black walnut wood paneling, hand painted wallpaper, and Waterford chandelier. Members of 20th Century Club hung the Christmas decorations that embellish the formal areas of the home. Pride in Ponca City and its history has never been more evident than today when citizens have contributed time, money, and energy, toward the preservation of these historic homes. Holiday Open House Today Features Two Local AuthorsBy PATTI CARMACK Lifestyles Editor Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth Street is hosting an open house today, highlighting two local authors. From 1 until 3 p.m., Mary Anne Potter will autograph “Herbal Pleasures: A Collection of Old Thyme Recipes for the Body, Bath, Kitchen, Tea-Time and Holidays.” Cindy Grubb will be autographing her cookbook “Sunny-Side Up: Good Morning Recipes To Start Your Day.” She will also have 1999 calendars available. Both will offer samples of their recipes. Orange Spice tea will be served to all present and Reindeer ornaments will be given with each purchase. “In addition to cookbooks, both of these talented women have created a variety of lovely products. Cindy’s whimsical folk-art decorates framed calligraphy, greeting cards, magnets, recipe cards and calendars. Mary Anne, whose company is called “Herban Renewal Farms,” offers cookie mixes, herbal teas, bath and beauty products, candles and potpourri,” said Jean Brace. Mary Anne is an ardent supporter of the annual Herb Festival sponsored by Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club, of which she has served as president. Her interest in herbs goes back to her childhood and her products are popular at local businesses and arts and crafts events. One of her tidbits of advice is “If it doesn’t work, try something else.” In her book she gives brief, but succinct, information about a variety of herbs and their uses. One section on teas tempts one to sample each kind. At gift-giving time (thyme?) she offers many examples of herbal vinegars. Following is a recipe for a Pesto she serves on Christmas Eve. Pesto 2 large cloves, garlic, crushed 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 cups fresh basil 2 tablespoons soft butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup olive oil, extra-virgin In a food processor with a steel blade, combine all ingredients except the olive oil. Process the ingredients, and slowly pour the oil through the feed tube until it is mixed well. To store the Pesto until Christmas, put in jar or container and freeze. Pour off excess oil before using, and stir well. Serve Pesto over cooked pasta (Mary Anne likes angel hair); however, any pasta will work. Cindy Grubb’s cheerful work reminds one of the historical Pennsylvania Dutch designs that have decorated homes in this country for many years. The lively illustrations in her book and on her calendars never fail to bring a smile and her recipes have been published in the Lifestyle pages previously. Her recipe for German Pancakes is sure to please the family. This pancake puffs over the pan. It has a soft inside and is brown and crusty on the outside. German Pancakes 4 eggs 2/3 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup milk 3 tablespoons butter powdered sugar Butter a heavy 10-inch ovenproof skillet. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Beat the eggs with a fork. Slowly add flour, beating continually. Stir in salt and milk. Pour the batter into the skillet and drop the butter by teaspoonfuls into the batter, spreading evenly. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350° and bake another 10 minutes. Remove from oven and sift powdered sugar over the top. Serve with warm maple syrup or squeeze the juice from lemon wedges over it. Ponca Citians are being offered a variety of Open Houses and Christmas events to attend this season and it is always a pleasure to showcase local authors and special events. Check the Happenings, the city and area calendars, and the pages of The News to find a listing of activities for your family this holiday. Danielle Williams EngagedThe First Presbyterian Church in Branson, Mo. will be the setting March 13, 1999, for the 6 p.m. wedding of Danielle Williams and Anthony Commarota. Friends and family are invited to attend the ceremony. Miss Williams is the daughter of Marquitta Best of Branson,. Mo. and David Williams of Arkansas City, Kan., and the granddaughter of Galen Madderra of Ponca City. The bridegroom-to-be is the son of Barbara Gatto of Las Vegas, Nev. and Robert Commarota of Pisgah, N.C. The future bridegroom is a Guinness record-holding juggler and has traveled to several countries, performing in showrooms, theatres and circuses. He is currently at Melinda ‘First Lady of Magic’ at the Magical Mansion in Branson, Mo. The bride-to-be is a former resident of Ponca City and graduated from Arkansas City High School in 1995. She has been a dancer/performer at several theatres and is presently performing at The Grand Palace in Branson. She has attended Cowley College and Southwestern College in Kansas. Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Chapter MeetsThe Pi Beta Phi alumnae from Kay County recently held their first meeting of the year at Amy Arrott’s home. Co-hostesses were Dorothy Loosley and Judy Million. Special guest at the meeting was Sally Hoch, Alumnae Province President from Oklahoma City. President Kathleen Thomas called the meeting to order and the year’s budget was submitted by Treasurer Linda Palmer, who also reminded members of the deadline to pay dues. Sue Helton, Panhellenic representative, updated the chapter on the annual Christmas House Tour, scheduled for today. Rush Information Chairperson Kristi Myatt discussed the recommendation process. Ms. Hoch updated the group on the Arrowmont School for the Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tenn. The 70-acre educational facility, established and continuously supported by Pi Beta Phi, is one of the finest art schools in the nation. Hoch also discussed the sorority’s periodical, The Arrow, how to submit articles and photos to it, as well as general publishing and subscription information. She announced that Pi Beta Phi’s 133rd collegiate chapter recently was installed at Valparaiso University in Indiana. She also provided information on the sorority’s national convention scheduled for next summer in Houston, Texas. The meeting concluded with special readings by each attendee about Pi Beta Phi heritage, history and the meaning of the sorority’s symbols. The group’s next meeting is planned for Jan. 9, 1999, at 10 a.m., at 1304 Quail Lane, the home of Sue Helton, where local alumnae will honor Pi Beta Phi actives and their mothers during the Christmas break with a “Collegiates and Moms” brunch. Ponca City HappeningsSUNDAY Marland Estate Mansion, 901 Monument Road, open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Guided tours Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1:30 and 3 p.m. Special tour information, 767-0420. Pioneer Woman Museum, open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays and holidays. Ponca City Art Center, 819 East Central. Wednesday through Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Ponca City Cultural Center and Museum, 10th and Grand. Home of Ponca City Indian Museum, Bryant Baker Studio, 101 Ranch Museum and DAR Museum. Available for receptions, teas, bridge parties, etc. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m. 767-0427. Ponca City Tourism Office, 10th and Grand. Information about all tourist attractions and events in Ponca City and the surrounding area. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 763-8067. 11th Step AA meeting — open, 11 a.m.; AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. “Birthday Party for Jesus,” 6 p.m., Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. “Christmas Sing Noel,” sanctuary choir cantata, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 20, Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Mary Anne Potter will be autographing “Herbal Pleasures” 1-3 p.m. and Cindy Grubb will sign calendars and cookbooks, 3-5 p.m. Dec. 6 at Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth. MONDAY Al-Anon meeting, 8-9 p.m. Monday, upstairs in the Harmony House, 212 South Third. Domestic Violence Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays. Programs for women and children of family violence. Babysitter provided. For information call 76A-BUSE. Fibromyalgia Support Group meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the parlor of the First Baptist Church. More information may be obtained by calling Raelene Brown, 765-5756; Mary Beth Guy, 762-3800; Martha Long, 762-5572. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Call Beth Wright, 765-6738, for additional information. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Monday. Salvation Army Community Support Center, 711 South Third. Ponca City Rotary Club, noon Monday, Marland Mansion Chapel. Simple Steps AA — closed, noon; AA Step Study — closed, 8 p.m.; Harmony House, 212 South Third. TOPS OK 308 members are reminded that the new weigh-in time is 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meetings starting at 6:45 p.m. on Mondays. For more information call Betty Flower, 765-5448. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Monday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). Conoco Retirees Association Christmas dinner Dec. 14 at the Marland Estate. Social at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. Cost is $14 per person. For information call Gerry, 762-0601; Bill, 762-5473; Louise, 762-5970; Elmore, 762-5086; Andy, 765-6330. PrimeTimer free movie 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at Ponca Plaza Twin. TUESDAY The American Family Support Group will meet 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at 1105 West Highland. The topic will be Child Welfare Services and child abuse. Kay County Wheatheart Sweet Adelines, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Performing Arts Building (south entrance) Northern Oklahoma College, Tonkawa. All women welcome. For information call 765-6829, 363-1643 or 762-2885. Kiwanis Club, noon Tuesday, Marland Mansion Conference Center. New-Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m., Tuesday, Harmony House (upstairs library). AA Discussion meeting at noon; AA Big Book Study — closed, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. Parent Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns and frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques, and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Pioneer Water Garden Society meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Cann Gardens. Anyone interested in water gardens, fish, plants or starting your own pond is welcome to attend. For more information contact Mike Welch, 765-3271, or Ray Moreland, 762-7806. Preschool storytime for 4-, 5- and 6-year-olds, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Ponca City Library. Weight Watchers meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. Weigh-in begins at 6 p.m. Fanchon Chapter 53, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 1200 West Grand. Free pregnancy test is kept confidential at Birth Choice, 205 West Hartford. Hours are 6-8 p.m. Tuesday; 1-3 p.m. Wednesday; 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Noon, Dec. 15, PrimeTimer Christmas luncheon at American Legion. WEDNESDAY Deadline for Happenings and items for Sunday’s edition of Lifestyles is 5 p.m. Wednesday. For Happenings include name of club, time and day of meeting, place and hostess. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Salvation Army Support Center, 711 South Third. Pioneer Toastmasters Club, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, East Auditorium, Conoco Complex, 1000 South Pine. Guests welcome. Ponca City Bahai Community Discussion Group, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday. For location call 765-5695 or 762-5529. Simple Steps AA meeting; Step Study — closed, noon. AA Discussion meeting, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. Storytime for 2 and 3-year-olds, Ponca City Library, 515 East Grand, 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Short stories, songs, use of flannel board. Lasts about 15 minutes. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) support group aids veterans of the Vietnam and Gulf Wars. The group is confidential and meets at the DAV, 401 South Lincoln, Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. If you are a veteran suffering with PTSD or know someone who could use help, contact 762-3851 or Steve Mallory, 762-7561. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Garden Club members will meet at 11 a.m. Dec. 9 at the home of Jannie Ross, 402 North Sixth. Co-hostess will be Cheryl Smith. Those attending are asked to bring a favorite dish for the luncheon as well as a gift created from dried herbs, flowers, etc. to exchange for Christmas. There will not be a Serendipity table in December. 1:30 p.m. December Birthday Bash, Dec. 9, Senior Center, 319 West Grand. Christmas bingo gathering, 1:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at Senior Center, 319 West Grand. THURSDAY Al-Anon at Conoco, TBTV 50 on Mezzanine between North and South Towers, 11:30 p.m. Thursday. Call Linda, 765-7045, 767-5328. AA Discussion meeting, noon; AA discussion meeting, 8 p.m., Harmony House, 212 South Third. Freedom Group of AA; closed Big Book Study at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Woodlands Christian Church (Room 202), Fourteenth and Hartford. Smoke-free meeting and building. We study and practice tradition. Open meeting the last Thursday of each month for birthdays. Call 762-3345 for more information. Jaycees, 7 p.m., first and third Thursday, Chamber of Commerce meeting room. Interested persons welcome to attend any meeting. Model Railroad Club, 7-10 p.m. Thursday, Stephenson Building, 113 North Third. For information call 762-8687 or 765-7996. Parent Support Group, 9:30-11 a.m., Thursday, Northern Oklahoma Youth Services Center. Focus on parental concerns, frustrations, as well as ways to increase understanding and communications between parent and child. Support, education, coping techniques and introduction to non-punitive parenting styles. Ponca City Newcomers Club meets the third Thursday of each month at the Marland Mansion. For more information contact Joyce Fox, 762-9578. Story hour for school-aged children Thursday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Ponca City Library. Young-At-Heart Dance is held every Thursday at the Elks Lodge, 1301 Bradley, 7-10 p.m. A Snack and Hillbilly night is held the first Thursday of each month. Ken Wilson and the Sunshine Playboys Band play. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Thursday, Harmony House basement (use south entrance by parking lot). The International Club will hold its annual Silent Auction at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church on Thursday. Members are asked to bring something to be auctioned. The program will be “Miss Suzi’s Singing School” presented by Suzi Lenhart. All International residents and interested Americans are asked to contact Aracelly Killblane, 762-3731, for more information about membership. Christmas Eve Communion Service, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 24, Albright United Methodist Church, 128 South Palm. Les Gilliam will sing 7-8 p.m. Dec. 10 at Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth. His CDs and cassettes are available for purchase. Martha Gilliam will sign her cookbook “Home on the Range” and serve recipe samples 7-8 p.m. Dec. 10. Dec. 17, 10 a.m., PrimeTimers meet at United parking lot to travel to Crown Uptown dinner theater in Wichita, Kan. FRIDAY Simple Steps AA — open, noon; AA speaker meeting — open, 8 p.m. Harmony House, 212 South Third. New Hope Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Salvation Army Community Support Center, 711 South Third. Pioneer Rotary Club, 11:45 a.m. Friday, Marland Mansion. Principles Before Personalities, Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Friday, Harmony House, 212 South Third, basement (use south entrance). Smoke-free building. For more information call 762-3345 or 765-9459. 1 p.m., Dec. 11, Twentieth Century Club meets at the Ponca City Cultural Center. Christmas music will be presented by the Choral Workshop of Ponca City Music Club. A board meeting will precede the event. David Fitzgerald will autograph his new book “Bison: Monarch of the Plains and Oklahoma II” Dec. 11, 4-6 p.m. at Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth. SATURDAY AA Discussion meeting at noon Saturday. AA Discussion meeting at 8 p.m., Harmony House, 212 South Third. New Found Freedom Co-dependents Anonymous, 8 p.m. Saturday, Harmony House (upstairs library). Smoke-free. Order of the Amaranth meets the first and third Saturdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple. Reorganized Overeaters Anonymous group meets 11-12 Saturday mornings at Woodlands Christian Church. The meetings are open to “anyone who desires to stop eating compulsively.” For more information call 762-2161 or 765-5958. Alda Ellis, 2-4 p.m., Dec. 12 at Brace Books & More on North Fourteenth. She will be autographing her books “Always Friends” and “An Angel in My Garden.” She will also discuss holiday traditions. Faces of Ponca City Homeless Are Generally Young FathersEditors Note: Most of us in Ponca City are unaware that we see the face of the homeless about us everyday in our hometown. We would be surprised to know who they are. They may be persons with whom we work, a clerk who waits on us in a store, a student sitting next to our child in the classroom, or the person standing in front of us in a line at the grocery store. This report is the second in a series about the face of the homeless - our friends, neighbors, and their children - in Ponca City. By KATHY ZEHR News Staff Writer Recently, the director of Peachtree Landing received the following letter from a young father who is raising two children alone. “From time-to-time in everyone’s life, they will find themselves facing a needy situation, as my own family has encountered in the past few weeks. Fortunately we were directed to Peachtree Landing by a friend. “You can imagine our humiliation having to resort to a homeless shelter. “Thankfully we were greeted warmly and also encouraged by all the staff. As a result we were given the opportunity to make a new start in life with Peachtree workers helping us find permanent housing and employment. “I’m sure at times yours seems to be a thankless job, and your efforts may seem to go unnoticed, but let me assure you, they are greatly appreciated by the people who are truly trying to help themselves. I am sure your rewards will be great in heaven. “Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” A parent of a young mother writes from another state, “I want to thank you for watching out for my daughter and granddaughter while they were staying at your shelter in March.” The mother enclosed a contribution for the shelter. The young mother as well as her brother also wrote letters of thanks for the rescue in a time of frightening crisis. Carmalita Wesbrook, director, receives letters of thanks like these, frequently. She says, most of the people we see here are nice folks, just needing a little help. We don’t see very many ‘street people’ or the chronically homeless types here — mostly just friends and neighbors who need a little “hand up — not a hand out” during a bad time in their lives. She also agrees with national statistics which reflect there are three times as many people standing in the wings, who are just one paycheck away from homelessness. They have jobs, but can’t make ends meet. Wesbrook also noted that more and more single fathers are raising their children alone, and are now showing up at Peachtree Landing needing help. “It used to be young single mothers with one or more children and no job, but we are seeing more and more young fathers who are raising their children alone now. Most of these young single parents have jobs, but are drawing minimum wage and just can’t manage the rent, expensive childcare for one or two children, and utility bills and food. They get behind or overextended and find themselves in a crisis situation.” Most families are admitted to Peachtree for an initial stay of not more than one week, sometimes they are allowed to stay longer in extreme circumstances by special permission of the director and/or the board of directors. No person is allowed to say more than 30 days. Average stay is about three days. Peachtree Landing Apartments, located in another area on north First Street are available for responsible persons who are employed and training for specific jobs in the community. Unless circumstances, like ill health or other restrictions prevent, adult residents of Peachtree are expected to actively seek employment and/or permanent shelter. The staff at Peachtree provides as much assistance as possible from extensive resource lists to help locate employment and shelter. Any person not making a reasonable effort to find employment and/or housing is expelled. All residents must assist with washing, cooking, cleaning and other household chores. Up to 16 residents can be ho |