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e V ews Servin ourteen states Vol. XIV - Issue 19 Call (918) 463-2386 or Fa1 (918) 463-5716 Tuesday, February 1, 2000 LotsOf Damage - One Hurt WarnerStud ents Receive Suicide Gene? What causes people to com­ says, the true test will be to see if Accelerated Reader Awards mit suicide? The impulse may bege­ other labs can confirmthe results. neticallytriggered. But it raises the possibility, Canadian scientists have saysBrian Clark, directorof medical founda gene mutation that they say genetics at the Cleveland Clinic doubles to triples the risk that de­ FoUldation. "that in some families pressed people will have suicidal [ serotonin imbalances l may not just thoughts. ma11ifest as depression or schizo­ "If somebody has this predis­ phrmia, but may manifest as a pre- ' positionand nothing bad ever hap­ disp:isition to suicide," pens to them. it may never be ex­ That suicidal thoughtsmay be pressed," says study co-author distinctfrom other mental illnesses, David Bakish, a professor of psy­ Bak.sh says, means that the discov­ chiatry at the University of Ottawa ery nay lead to a "suicide test" to and head of the psychopharmacol­ iderti.fythose who are at risk.People ogy clinic at the Royal Ottawa Hos­ ofte1 come into emergency rooms .. pital. "But is they lose their job or witl suicidal thoughts. he says. This automobile was traveling east on 1-40 at the 282 mile marker when whatever, then it may come into "With a test, you could say. 'You the driver lost control and the car swerved to the right and took out play." hav� this mutation, you are at higher several feet of guardrailbefore sliding down the embankment and hitting The gene in question makes a risk. Maybeyou'd benefitfrom long­ some trees. The man drivingwas takenby ambulance to MuskogeeRegional Pictured above are Warner ElementarySchool students after receiving receptorfor serotonin, a brain chemi­ tenntreatment." Medical Center for possible internal injuries. Accelerated Reader Awards cal known to affectmood, Out of 120 And unlikesome other genetic The following WarnerElemen­ Receiving 50 point medals patients diagnosed with major de­ conc!itions, like Huntington's dis­ tary School students recently re­ were (Mrs. Goo;)- BradleyKilµitrick, pressive disorder, the researchers ease for which there is a test but no Porum Citizens Fight For ceived medalsfor having 35 points in LeandraKindrick, Ashten King, Ryan found the mutated gene in 35 per­ cure suicidal thoughts can be virtu­ Accelerated Reader: Second Grader - Mills, SteffaniSmith. KelseyTa ylor, cent, twice as oftenas they found it allyelim inatedwith drugs like Prozac. Former Police Chief Dayanna Glisson (Mrs. Ralls), Third Branden Williams. (Mrs. Stroud) - in normal patients. What's more, "Because it's so treatable," By Derek Birdtail among the depressed patients, the Bak1sh says. "patients who are Graders - (Mrs. Goss) Bradley Leah Eubanks. Cecilee Holt,Heather g Kilpatrick. LeandraKindrick, Ashtcn Maxey, Qualia Parman, Stacey ones with suicidal thoughts were the treated are as wellor better offthan "Enough is enough!" arued Protesters also agreethat the King,Tiffany Ly ons, Ty Marrel, Ken­ Richerson. Sarah Smithson, Dillon most likely to have the mutation. the �neral population." Porumcitizens as they formeda picket termination wasn't done by proper neth McCabe. Ryan Mills,Will Olson, Webb.(Mrs. Webb)-JeremyHayes, Steve Moldin, chief of genet­ Nevertheless, the prospect of line to rehire former Porum Police procedure. Becauseof this, citizens Stephani Smith. Kelsey Taylor, Miranda Kilpatrick. Chastin Kyzer, ics research branch at the National a ge1e forsuicide risk, and perhaps Chief Don Titsworth. are now in the process of attempt­ Branden Williams. (Mrs. Stroud) Toria Wainwright. -(Mrs. Calavan)- Institute of Mental Health, cautions a te&, raises thorny ethical issues. Several of the Porum citizens ing a recallelection. Porumcitizens had plenty of Chelsea Duarte Jay Fdwards. Leah Amanda K'mk Blvinc Roc;s. that results like this have not panned Suk ,1,. is the ninth leading causeof respect and wonder why Titsworth Eubanks, JefferyFranco, Sarah Fultz, The following students re­ out in the past. In fact, Moldin, who deat1 in North America, and any pre­ was fired by the city of Porum. statements involving the situation. Cecilee Holt. Heather Maxey. Stacy ceived a trophy for 75 points: Cody is on the board of the American Jour­ dictor forsuicidal tendencies might A routine citycouncil meeting One Porumcitizen raged,"L Sandra Richerson. Sarah Smithson, Whitney Hayes. Leah Eubanks, Qualia nal of Medical Genetics, where this jeopardize a person's life insurance called for a yearly evaluation for Clark, am tired of the council. Who Tidwell. Dillon Webb. (Mrs. Webb) ­ Parman. Sara Smithson. Jeremy study will appear. said that several cove�age. Certainly, the potentialfor Titsworth. No one expectedwhat was do they think hired them.The people DaltonHawkins, MirandaKilpatrick. Hayes, Chastin Kyzer. Amanda years ago, board membersvoted on stignatizationis enormous. about to happen. did and they have no right telling us Chelsea Morris, Rusty Reid, Cole Kauk. Blaine Ross. Students receiv­ whether or not to allow studies of "On the other hand." Clark As the meeting proceeded, the they don't have to answer to the Tittle. Toria Wainwright & Samantha ing a trophy for 100 points were this type. known as case-controlled says, "there's a tremendous possi­ city council wanted Titsworth to re­ town people.Enough is enough! We Wallis. CodyHayes and Amanda Kauk. associations, into the journal. bility to do good."Children who may sign, When Titsworth refused, the want some answers!!!" In the end. the board voted be stsceptible to suicide, he says, city council had a vote of 4 to I to Townspeople are outraged FORA RIDE TO THE POLLS• 463-2319 OR463-3633 yes. But because of inherent weak­ could beidentified early and kept on terminate Don Titsworth as Chief of that the council made them feel like nesses in the study design, Mold.in watcll. Police. they had no part in the towns ac­ The one council member, Joan tions. Men,Women Pulse. who was on Titsworth's side Mr. & Mrs. Halvorson stated, Absentee Voters Can Still Vote said she knew nothing of the action. "We don't appreciate the council Registered voters who want to Election Board Officeon February3. Board will beon duty each day from She asked why she wasn't made taking matters into their own hands; Handle Anger vote absentee sllll can receive and February 4, or February 7, A two 9 a.m to 5 p.m. to assist in person aware and the other council members instead of going through the proper cast a ballot by going to the County Differently member.bipartisan AbsenteeVoting absentee voters. told her she was too "hotheaded" and legal channels. For example, a When it comes to handling an­ and wouldn't go along with it. water truck that was bought some­ ger, once again. men and women do What Are Schools Do What good is a council if they time in May was not voted on and things differently. ing To Prevent don't consult with one another? of this day still not voted on. The A new stud} presented to the Porum voted them in to take leader­ people of this town make up this 11th International Congress on Violence? ship for the town, not just forthem­ community and we all have a right Women's Healthissues in San Fran­ By Derek Birdtail selves.When Porum's citizens asked. to know what is going on." cisco shows that while women, in "why?" they were restricted of their rights. Citizen's saidthey were more­ Enraged Clint Garrett voiced general. nIB) beless comfortable with By now. everyone has heard pened to the friends that a certain make the student better. or does it less told it was none of their busi- his opinion, "I objectto the council expressing anger, they don't always all the devastating stories of children somebody was supposedly joking build theiranger or even fom1anger ness. telling me that decision by the coun­ hold it in. either. Anger and bottled- killing children in the once safeenvi­ with such as in FortGibson. with trem? Why do citizens attend these cil is none of my business. I object up negative feelings have been tied ronment of public schools. The schools are just taking Some say the difference be­ meetings? They go so they can be a to the firingof Don Titsworth with­ to various physical and mental health Now as the violence comes precautions so that no judgements tween, fightand a threat is the out­ partof the decisions being made, The out giving valid reason." problems. includinghigh bloodpres­ closer and closer to home, what are have to be made on whether it was come. Some say that in a fight. the meetings are supposed to be open to The Porumtownspeople only sure. heart disease, stress and de­ the local schools doing to prevent an actual joke or an actual threat. outcorre is known, but with a threat, Porum's public. What's the point of want reason and they should know pression. Researchers previously these happenings in their schools? The school stated that by no one knows the outcome. Olhers Porum going if they aren't informed what is beingdecided in theirhome suggested that n1anaging anger ap­ One school that has taken pre­ sending students offfor supposedly have sad that a fight only elevates of what is going on, town. propriately canbe beneficial to a per­ cautions is Porum. Porum has made joking, the message will hopefullybe the outcome and may lead to worse sons health. and enforced the Zero Tolerance sent to the other students that the things 1han a once normal friendly Study results show men em­ rule. The ZeroTo lerance rule is sim­ school will not tolerate"any" threats threat. Snow Is Excuse For braced anger to get what they ply not allowing any type of verbal at all, Porum 's superintendent Dr. wanted. Women oftenviewed anger and written threats or accusations. Porum schools in the past year Phyllis Tarrant stated. "I think zero Grown Kids To Play as counterproductive. "Women seem The rule was made so the have began locking their gates after tolerance rule provides us with a way to be more comfortable holding an­ school will hopefully never have to school goes into session and re­ to take action that provides safety ger in. but when the situation calls deal with lhe situation of violence mains locked until it is time forthe for the students left in school and for it. they act on their feelings." taking over the school. students to go home. Afterstudents hopefully provides an opportunity says study co-author Deborah Cox David Ambrose. high school change classrooms, the doors must forthe !tudentwho makes the threat of the universityof Californiaat San principle of Porum, stated." I will not also be locked until each bell. to get some help to deal with their Francisco. Channeling one's anger, tolerate any type of verbal, written Everyone has experienced a problem " she says. has helped push for threats. or accusations." little "horsing around" with their change in their lives, such as divorce Any student in Porum Schools friends, and if someone gets hurt, What do the students who or challenging incorrect bills. who break the rules and are turned one of the friends might blurt some­ associatewith each other think of the Women, Cox adds. "feltashamed of in will and have suffered from the thing out like"Oh you are deadnow." changes? Do they ever get a say in feeling angry and tried to control it. consequences. The police are called This is a perfect example of a threat what goes on? Most students of hide it and apologizefor it. and are made aware of the threat and in most schools. Porum agreesome with the zero tol­ "It looks as if women may be the courts decide on what will hap­ What is the differencebetween erance nle, yet they also think that assertive m different ways," Cox pen to the student a fightin school and a threat? If two it is a litle toostrict. What is a rule continues "Because of societal ex­ Some students of Porum have students get into a fight in school, without strictness? One student pectations that women camouflage been sent with the Police and have they only get maybe a minimum of stated, '1 think it could have been or ignore their anger. they may have returned to the school. Are these three days suspension. If a student alright, tut taking the zero tolerance developed alternative routes to get­ rules really the answer? says or writes anything that sounds rule to he extent that our officials Some ofthe Warner High School Alumni took advantage ofthe big snow ting the things they want besides Most of the students stated a little like a threat to another stu­ did just made us frightened of the and talked Mr. Jeep Hunnicutt into taking them on a sleigh ride. Shown directly using their anger." that they hated the rule. They also dent. they are immediately reported consequences that could happen at to right are Bob Webster (with back to camera), Barbara Padgett, The study is based on 80 men said that when they say things to · left to the policeand taken to court. Then our school." In that statement it Rusty Vanvranken, Geliska VanVranken, Uynema Webster and Ramona and 123 ""omenwho were interviews friends in a threatening manner,it is they may be put in jail. put in juve­ sounds l.ke Porum has made their Butler. The driver is Jeep Hunnicutt. Not shown but participating in the about their behaviors. personalities just joking. Other schools have ex­ nile hall, have to take counseling, or rules perectly clear to their students. ride was J.B. Miller. Brian Chambers, Tiffany Holder and her daughter and feelingsabout expressing anger. periencedjoking and look what hap- sent to alternativeschool. Does this What are other schools doing? Katie Holder, and photographer Gus Padgett. Page 2 - Tuesday. February I. 2000 Be An American Langston Dollars and Sense TAX TIME - GET IT ORGANIZED ! Heartsaver! University to Tax time is fast approaching, so it's When someone goes into car­ ing medical attention. The warning a good idea to have everything you need for filing right where you know diac arrest, it becomes a desperate signs of a heart attack are uncom­ you can find it. Here are some helpful race against the clock to save his or fortable pressure. fullness. squeez­ Hold Out­ hints for setting up a tax filing system. her life. Everyminute counts. Tragi­ ing or pain in the center of the chest You will need: cally, each day in America. several lasting more than a fe w minutes: pain reach Meet- • an ,inexpensive cardboard filing hundred cardiac arrest victims die spreading to the shoulders. neck or • box or any box that will hold file folders before they reach the hospital. This arms; chest discomfort with light­ 1ng • a box of file folders BY JACK FARIS February for American heart Month headedness. fainting, sweating, nau­ • a fueproof box with lock for 2000, the American Heart Associa­ sea or shortness of breath. Symp­ Langston University has valuable papers tion is urging all Americans to help toms of cardiac arrest are different: scheduled an --outreach Meeting" • a loose leaf notebook and y Telecommuting: Government's New Doorway improve the national cardiac arrest the person collapses and loses con­ on Februar 2. 2000 at 6:00 p.m. The filler paper The file box should include all cur­ survival rate by taking quick action sciousness, he or she stops normal meeting will be held at the WheaJy into your Home? Conununity Center at Boynton. Ok.a­ rent material. There should be sepa­ whenraced with a cardiac arrestemer­ breathing and loses pulse and blood rate fi Jes for: homa iu Muskogee County. Pm­ We live in an amazing time. Technology has changed our gency. pressure. • the house or apartment where you lives in ways that people one generation ago could not have grams offered by the U.S. Depart­ The theme for American Heart 3. Give cardiopulmonary re­ live imagined. And one of the many advantages of the lntcrnet (as well Month 2000 is Be an American suscitation (CPR) because it can help ment of AgricuJturewill bepresented. • each rental property as plain old telephones and fa x machines, of course) is that more • each bank account Heartsaver! Know the warningsigns keep the cardiac arrest victim alive Kevin Kelly. agricul\1,Iralcroiit and more people arc able to work out of their homes. The benefits manager for the Farm Service • each insurance company include more time with fa milyand less Lime commuting (and thus of heartattack. Call 9-1 -1. Give CPR until emergency help arrives. CPR is y • each vehicle Americans are urged to take the fol­ important because it maintams vital Agenc (FSA). will discuss services, • each utility company less traffic!),just to name a few. Considering all the ben efits, I was disappointed this month lowing steps in a cardiac arre st emer­ blood flow to the heart and brain. progran1s and benefits fromthe Corn­ • warranties and product instruction to see that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration gency. which helps sustain the victim until modity Programs in Muskogee book County. Gregory Washington. direc­ • periodical subscriptions (that's OS!lA to those of us in the business community .. say it defibrillation (electric shock to the with a shudder, like you'd say looks at American homes as tor of Rural Economic Development • employee benefits packages/ IRS) heart). can be administered. being hazardous to workers' health. And OSllJ\ bureaucrats - 1. Know the warning signs of at Langston University. will presmt information "Since 70 to 80 percent of all • health records always eager to extend the ever-heavier hand of government -are heart attack and cardiac arrest in or­ information about small Business der to recognize a medical emer­ cardiac arrest emergencies occur in • each credit card, bank loan,etc. licking their chops to put their imprint on our homes. the home. knowing CPR can help you Programs at Langston. Joyce M. • each pet or one pet file Early this month, OSHA decreed that employers who let gency when it occurs. The notebook should include: save thelif e of a loved one.' saidGary Hein. community development mm­ their employees work at home arc liable for making sure the home 2. Upon recognizing any heart v • goals list workplaces comply with all fed eral health and safety labor Watson, Ph.D., president of the ager, will discuss Rural De elopment attack or cardiac arrest symptoms, Programs and Services in Musko�e • personal directory: list of family regulations. If you think about it, it's not only unfair, it's nearly Association's Heartland Affiliate. and friends who should be noti­ call 9- 1-1 immediately to access the County. Joshua Kigeya. an outrea::h impossible. What happens when a parent accidentally trips on a emergency medical system. Too By taking these crucial steps. fied in the event of your death or child's toy fire engine and sprains an ankle while walking to his specialistfrom Langston Universiy, catastrophe many peoplego through denialand. Americans can give cardiac arrest bedroom computer to work on a business project? According to will present services provided by the • professional directory: include as a result. wait too long beforeseek- victims a second chance at life the OSHA decision, the employer is responsible for the injury. Farmer Outreach Training and Te ch­ every profession involved in your affairs - physician, clergy, It's a ridicuJous idea. The incrcasc.dliability forempl oyers would ' , ' I •, "' , , , •• '•' ' - nical Assistance Project at Langston. lawyer, banker, etc. surely serve as a disincentive lo allow employees to work in their CLA SSIFIED ADV E.R TIS ING This is the meeting you shollld • list of credit cards home. And who wa nts to live and work in a home that has been not miss. Also. if you know a friend • list of bank & brokerage accounts cha.-,gcd to meet industrial 1,LdfiJarJs(l1m1.ginc J;i?,htu.li.:xit si g.nsat who would benefit from attending • location of documents your doorwdys, fire extinguisher next to your desk!) anyway? this meeting. please inform and m­ • monthly spending plans The good news is that OSF IA b-a ckpedaled on this decision just on e day after they announced it. Public outcry, particuJarly . vite him or her to come. The meeting • net worth statement Keep these personal documents in a from the small business community, came fast and loud. Labor ODIE'S is sponsored by Langston Univer­ fireproof, locked box: Secretary Alexis Herman quickly rescinded the decision ... but left sity Te chnical Assistance Project, • birth, baptism and marriage cer- OSHA's policy on home workplace safety unclear. It looks like USED CAR SALES USDA Rural Development (RD), aid tificates the home officeis safe!Tom the hand of government for today, but USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). • social security cards we should still stay tuned for the next episode: OSI IA will come For more information. call Joshia • passports up with some sort of policy at some point. Once this kmd of ball NEW LOT TO OPEN SOON • insurance policies Kigeya at (918) 682-8831 and men­ starts rolling, it's hard to stop. � 918-689-7221 � • wills and livingwills All of this is a symptom of a much larger problem, which is tion the Outreach meeting at • power of attorney that Washington, DC, still hasplentyofpcoplewhothink that they Boynton, Muskogee Countv. � Financing Available� The rule of thumb for saving items can - and should- use the power of government to erase all bad for income tax purposes is six years. Yo ur paycheck stubs can be thrown things from our world. 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" Page 4 - Tuesday, February 1. 2000 Autotalk byZane Binder ,.. THE FIVE STAR NEWS 2000 SUPERCHARGED PONTIAC entry, a power sunroof ($980), heated & BONNEVILLE SSEI front seats ($195) and much more A Weekly column by make the car attractive. Instrumenta­ THE COUNTY NEWS GoYernorFrank Keating tion, canted toward the driver in sig­ P.O. Box 48, Wa rner, OK 74469 nature Pontiac fashion, is sparse but retains the line's traditionalred back­ Located at 800 N. Campbell St ., Warner, Oklahoma lighting. The cupholders are medi­ Serving Muskogee, McIntosh & Haskell Counties ocre; nook and cranny storage is with Subscriptions in FourteenStates abundant. 3rd Class Permit Issued Under USPS #1 7 Under the hood the SSEI utilizes Published each Monday at Warner, Muskogee Co., OK GM's venerable 3.8 liter, 240 HP, Standards & Teacher Pay two-valve-per-cylinder V6. Zero to Entered as 3rd Class Matter Each Tuesdayat Warner 60 times fro m this premium fuel Phone No.:(918) 463-2386 • Fax No.: (918) 463-5716 Last spring I finally They said we spend too powerplant averaged 7 .8 seconds; DECICATED TO SERVICE • ESTABLISHED 1986 convinced legislators of the need much on school administration observed mileage on the usual 278 Gus & Barbara Padgett, Publishers to raise academic standards for and not enough on the classroom. mile test tripwas 16 mpg city and 24 Lisa Howard, Editor • Gary Head, Reporter That's exactly what General our high school students. The Nationally, 61.9% of school highway (EPA 18/27). These are Annual Subscription: $1 7 result was House Bill 1759, dollars are used for instruction. Motors did with its all-new Pontiac extremely competitive figures, par­ Bonneville SSEI. By engineering t ticularlyfor a large car. 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We Association has prepared a list of part I do feel our students are ad­ incidences of violence in You can count on me to stick with Announces questions forthe candidates for the can ·1 possibly know of all the con­ what I believe to beright . I will stand equately prepared to attend college. the area do you feel our upcomingSchool Board election on But there is always room for improve­ ceffi'ibecause we don't experience by my word and I'll stand with you Fci>ruruy8, 2000.We fee l this will help ment. We don't want to just meet the school is prepared to events from yourstand point. I prom­ as long as you are right. Honor Roll you make a decision on who you fee l gujdelines. handle emergencies? ise I will be there to help set policy. Steve Merrill - My goals for will make the best member for the Jerry Stretch - 1 believe Why or why not? Youcan talk to me and I will LISTEN Warner Schools are "equal opportu­ Recipients school board. Please support your Warner Schools doesa goodjob pre­ witl1 an openmind. Info rmation will nities for everystudent and making Each semesterNSU recognizes <:l'hnnl imli vntP. nn Fehnrnrv8th. paring students who will go on to Hack Hartin - Ifyour plan of be givento me, and I will digest it, Warner Schools among one of the students who have achieved supe­ Why do you want to be college or universities. Not all stu­ action is working, you will probably mak:sug gestions and vote indcpen­ best schools in our area!" rior academic performance by nam­ on the school board? dents will attend college. I feel Utey never know it. The would-be intrud­ dendy on those and suggestions by Jerry Stretch - My goal for ing them to the university's are also prepared to go directly into ers will shy away if their planned at­ others on the board. WarnerSchools is that everystudent President's and Dean's Honor rolls. Hack Hartin- Why do l want the work force. tack has no chance of working. StC\·e Merrill - One of the first graduate prepared forUteir future. If In order forstudents to make David Gilliam -No. Not all stu­ be things 1 would like to address is Ute theyattend college or go directlyinto to be on the WarnerSchool Board? l I think it would a great help y the Dean's honor Roll, they must am the best qualified for the job. I dents can be motivated to take ad­ if all guns were locked up and possbilit of the previous bond is­ the work force. our goal should be complete at least 12 hours of under­ have thirty-seven years experience vantage of the opportunities given checked on often. sue md trying to get it passed. I be­ for them to be a productive element graduate classes, wiili a grade point as a classroom teacher. thirty-one of them. Therefore. some students will Jerry McPeak - Safety issues lieve that it could have benefitedour in our society and economy. average of 3.50 with no grades be­ which were spent in Warner. I still not be ready for universities but a for schoolsis a much higher priority stuccnts greatly and possibly given low a B. To be eligible for the possess a current standard certifi­ majority of students should be ready than when most ofus went to school. us more room for additional class­ David Gilliam - My goals for president's honor roll, a student must cate. Education has always been im­ upongraduation. for higher learning. We must prepare forwhat we think roons. ours schools are: Each student must complete at least 12 hours of under­ portant to me. could never happen here. Having a Jen1· Stretch - Everystudent have a safe. secure place to obtain a graduate classes with a 4.00 GPA. to giaduate from high school. Raise Jerry McPeak -The school is Should all groups be plan of action is a necessity. Having quality education boili now and in Area students in this a reflection of the community. We a plan of prevention is even more test ;cores. All students given a fair Ute future. To accomplish this will semester's Dean's Honor Roll are: funded equally in and equal opportunity. have an opportunity to expand, and important. All ofus as parents must take all board members working to­ Jimmy G. Robinson of Porum, and improve. Now is the time fornew and financial supportby the do our part. The primary responsi­ Dai·id Gilliam - I want to ad­ gether along with teachers and par­ Jodee G. McA:ffrey of Warner. more ideas and thoughts on how to school? How can this be bility for keeping guns and other dre!;; with the Board the very real ents for U1e "common good" of our improve and keep up. People tel I me accomplished? weapons out of the school should possbility iliat the size of our school schools and students. they need and want an independent fa.JIon the parents not the teachers. coulj double in the next l O years and Hack Hartin - No. groups how will we deal with this if it hap­ thinker. That probably isn't a very" politically DOD Announces Plans should be funded on a need basis. Steve Merrill - I would like to correct" answer but that is how I re­ pens. Where will we put our stu­ For example. it will take more money be on the Warner School Board so ally feel andthat independent think­ dents? to operate a computer program than For 17 New WMD Civil that I might contribute input on ing is what you will get every day as Wtiatare your goals for fund the social studies program. (I things that will effect the education a schoolboard member. Wwner Schools? was chairperson of the social stud­ of our children and for the good of Steve Merrill - The incidence Support Teams ies department for more than twenty the community. ofviolence is vel)' concerningto me. Hack Hartin - Time and time Secretaryof DefenseWilliam Guard. TheDqmt:mentwill workwith years.) Jerry Stretch - I believe my I feel that we are tryingto head in the agair. Warner Schools have proven S. Cohen has announced that the each state to identify the specific Jerry McPeak - This is where e;,..-perience of operating a small busi­ right direction but would like to see that 1ve are one of the three best Oklahoma Army National Guard communitieson which the units will that personal viewreally comes into ness with financial responsibility more improvementimplemented. school systems in the area. We have would headquarter one of the 17 ad­ beplaced. The resultingdistribution play. Every student is just as impor­ would be an asset forWa rner School. Jerry Stretch - Warner a great balance between acadenucs ditional Weapons of Mass Destruc­ of the 17 teams, in concertwith the tant as any other and every family I have four children, two currently Schools are prepared foremergen­ and ithletics. l would like to see us tion (WMD) Civil Support Teams l O teams established in fiscal 1999, enrolled in Warner School, and two should have Ute same right and op­ cies that may arise. Parents should maintain our place as one of the out­ using National Guard personnel. provides support to the population graduated fromWarner School. portunity to the services provided share the responsibility of knowing standingschool districts in the area. These teams, expected to be estab­ of Ute United States. David Gilliam - To help insure by their school. Funding for the what their children bring to school Our physical plant could use lishedbetween March and July 2000, all students, in I-7 4 District, have an school is like our own financial at and to watch for changes in Uteir some upgrading. I would like to see are part of the Department of The Department made these home. we always wish there were equal opportunity to get a quality child's behavior that could point to our facilities put in top shape and Defense's overall efforts to support selections afterconducti ng a careful education now and in the future. more money to go around. There are violence. then maintained so they will �tay that local , state, and fed eral civil authori­ and objective analysis to optimize Utings that need to be done iliatget David Gilliam -This depends way. ties in response to a possible event populationand geographiccoverage left undone. But, you know some­ on the size of emergency. I know our Jerry McPeal< - All ofus can ofa WMD incident on U.S. soil. and to minimize the overlap in the Do you believe all our times tpere are ways of getting things school and police department have work to help our teachers. the school Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, team's areas ofresponsibility. students when they done that use different resources and Ute proper plans in place to deal with staff. and administratorsmake Wa rner California, Florida, Hawaii, Iowa, Oklahoma National Guard of­ graduate are adequately saveon money. For example at home, some typesof emergencies. However. Ute test school in the area. We al­ Kentucky. Louisiana, Maine, Minne­ ficialscaution that Ute team will not prepared to attend if we want more fo od on the table public schoolscannot be 100% ready read; have a good school and a good sota New Mexico, Ohio, South Caro­ stand-up overnight. The selection universities? Why or and can't buy more, we can have a for emergencies involving violence. coffililunitywiili folkswho care. Per­ lina and Virginia each were selected process to findthe best qualified in­ garden. Yes, it takesmore work but it haps there are ways to better utilize to receive a WMD Civil Support dividuals will take some time and why not? does save money. So, to help as once manned the team will undergo What is the first thing all cf these good people and re­ Team. Each WMD Civil Support many students as possible we need Te am will consist of 22highly skilled, 15 months of rigorousindividua l and HackHartin - No. theyare not sources. Obviously. l would like to to look for alternative ways. The you wish to address as a beelected. However. l will work with full-time members of the National unit training. but a university education is not for wider varietyof activities we can of­ school board member? everybody. While we have turned whoever is elected. I've always been r------, fer iliese kids, the more likely we are there when asked to step up and I out our share of teachers. doctors, to spark their interest in education Hack Hartin -Ourmain build­ SHOP THE CLASSIFIEDS will continue to be regardless of the : : CPl\'s,engineer�, etc., U1ere is abso­ and improve their selfesteem. ings were erected in the l 960"s and "' clcct1011. outcome. Sometimes I don't L------� lutely nqthing \\'. rong with other Steve Merrill - I do feel all early 1970 's. For too long·w e� ave . fieldsof iabor. As long as a Warner groups should be treated equally and been without hot water in the graduatecan raiseand supporta fa m­ the funding dispersed accordingly. restrooms. We tell our kids to wash ily. I will consider the job well done. All sports should be treated equally their hands and wash them often. but Jerry McPcak - Being a col­ whether it is football, basketball, all that is available to them is cold cheerleading. baseball or band. tap water. Today, we have a Hepati­ CostomCalling lege instructor and advising hun­ Feature, and dreds of young people each year I've JerryStretch - Yes, all groups tis A outbreak just to the south of that are sponsored by the school us, and the flu s�son upon us. I Camm111katian found the goals forall ofus whether Equipment young people or adults are different should receive equal financial sup­ think our kids deserve better than ,u and they should be. Somehow our port. Ifevery group submitted a bud­ this. This will be my firstpriority if Ser,ice societyhas forcefed tomany people get to the school board. we could elected. that going to college is foreve ryone. plan for their needs. Jerry McPeak - The best an­ However, thereare welders, brick lay­ David Gilliam - In a perfect swer to that is 'Tm sure Utere will be ers, mechanics,plumbers and 0U1ers world, all schoolorganizations would plentyof peopletelling me what that who have as good or better lives receive Ute same amount of money should bebetween now and election Economical than many folks with a college edu­ to operate on. But realisticallythis is day and soon thereafter." Even Pager, cation. We probably need to spend not practical as varsity teams need though the above answer is humor­ more time and effort finding what more to operate thanjunior high and ous, it is true and that is the way it young peoplewant to do, arc suited junior high probably needs more shouJd be. Me agenda is not preset to do andthen help them prepare for than grade school and so on. This but what will be presented to me as a a rofession in that area. should be done fa irly. schoolboard member electedby you.

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Worshl With Us! 463-2380 Rev,Je ffrey Polasek,Pa stor Page 6 - Tuesday, February 1, 2000 DONNA'S DAY: CREATIVE FA MILY FUN Teachers Receive Bonus By Donna Erickson 6ood Housekeeping For Earning National WEEKNIGHT COUNTRY CAP­ PASS THE POPCORN TAIN Spread popcorn into an I I-inch-by- Certification Legend has it that this delicious 13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle 3-2-1 curried chicken, which has been pop­ flavoring and cheese onto the pop­ ular m the South for decades, got its corn. Place tortilla chips around the State Superintendent Sandy skill in conveying that knowledge to name fro m a British army officerwho popcorn along edges of the baking Garrett presented $5,000 bonus students. Many teachers who com­ brought the recipe back from his sta­ tion in India. But some food histori ­ dish. Bake in oven at 350 degrees for Now taking checks to 117 teachers who com­ pleted the certificationsaid this pro­ 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted. ans believe the recipe originated in Remove from oven, garnish with applications for pleted national certificationand at­ cess makes them more effective and Savannah, once a majorshipping port chopped scallions, set a bowl.of salsa 1 & 2 bedroom tended the State Board of Education validates what they are doing in the for the spice trade. in the center of the dish and serve. apartments with meeting in Stillwater. Injest, she cau­ classroom. PREP: 25 minutes Tip: Make a mold for the salsa bowl tioned North Carolina. "We're right National certificationrequ ires COOK: about 30 minutes by pressing the bowl into the popcorn C/H/A & MAKES: 6 main-dish servings behind you and we're gaining," she teachers to go through a comprehen­ 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour in the baking dish. Remove the bowl W/D hookup o and then place the b�king dish in the said. North Carolina is the top state sive and rigorous prcess that takes 2 tablespoons curry powder Illustrated by David Larochelle oven. in the nation to produce teachers a year or longer to complete. The 1-1/2 pounds chicken-breast tenders 4 teaspoons olive oil When friends and family gather 3-2-1 POPCORN FLAVORING Contact Loyise gaining national certification but certification processrequires teach­ 3 tablespoons white cheddar Oklahoma is numberseven and gain­ ers to spend more than a hundred I jumboonion (I pound),chopped around the television to watch the (918) 489-2757 I medium green pepper, chopped Super Bowl, pass the popcorn for a cheese powder ing. hours of unpaid time video-taping I medium Granny Smith apple, crowd-pleasing snack! This version 2 tablespoons chili powder TDD I tablespoon cumin powder The teachers received the bo­ lessons, writing essays and journals peeled, cored, and cut into with a Southwest twist can be assem­ 1 -800-833-77 41 nus money forgoing above and be­ and participating in specificassess­ bled ahead of time with the kids. Combine the ingredients and pour 1/4-inch dice 2 garlic cloves, crushed with When guests arrive, pop it in the oven into a clean spice jar. yond the minimum requirements of ments. Teachers work closely with Write to Donna and share your garlic press and serve. EQUAL HOUSING COMMUNITY certification, meeting the highest university professors and teacher favorite family activities at her new 1 tablespoon grated, peeled You'll need: honor in the teaching profession by trainers to complete the process. fresh ginger IO cups poppedpopcorn Web site: www.donnasday.com *** obtaining national certification and Garrett said, "the Legislature 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack being a full-timeteacher. appropriated the funds for these cheese and 1/2 cup grated Donna Erickson is the author of 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole cheddar cheese "Do1111a 's Day: Fun Activities that "A National Board certified teachers to receive bonus money. tomatoes in juice 3-2-1 popcorn flavoring to taste (see Bring the Family Together" teacherat everyschool in Oklahoma My thanks goes to aJI the legislators 3/4 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup dark seedless raisins recipe below) or use taco ( HarperCollins), available in book­ is a goal for the 21st century," Gar­ who voted for the bill in 1997, that seasoning mix stores nationwide. 1/4 cup almonds, toasted and rett said. 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I keep active. I 11 Cupid's watch my health, And I enjoy my life. forte 8 am-2:30 pm: Webbers Falls to Presents our Va lentine's Day Needed I'm just too busy and too content to 13 Despond­ Muskogee, Wednesday, 464-2413 Extravagamafor both boys and girls concern myself with the number of ent of all ages to be held Sunday, Senior Citizens Spelling Bee Cost -$ 1.50 Round Trip. years I've lived," adding, "I just want 14 Hawaiian Nutrition Route - District2 February 6th, 2000 - Registration participants are needed forthe local city to go on living them." Warner-Webbers Falls: Monday, 12:00-12:45 p.m Pageantstartsat1: 00 spelling bee planned for 2:00 p.m. I chatted with Ebsen in connection 15 To set p.m. at the Checotah Community March 9. 2000 at the EasternOkla­ with the return of his series, "The in place Wednesday &Friday -10:00-2:00. Center, 611 NorthBroadway. homa Development District Area Beverly Hillbillies" to television. 16 "Ulalume" Porum-Webbers Falls: Tuesday and Nickelodeon is rerunning the entire writer Agency on Aging. 1012 North 38th Thursday - 10:00-2:00. For more series. Ebsen says, "Suddenly, I feel 17Tube information, call(918 )682-1721. Everyonereceives a crownand many Street. Muskogee. trophy like one of those young movie stars MEE11NG SOIEDUlE other nice gifts. No one walks away If you live in Adair, Cherokee, everyone is falling all over them­ 18 Montaigne empty handed. McIntosh. Muskogee, Okmulgee. selves to meet. I'm getting a real kick work WEBBERSFALL S WDGE 20 Not fem. Sequoyah, or Wagoner County and out oftalk ing to people who remem­ The Webbers Falls Masonic Lodge ber the show when it first ran and 22 Prune 46 Philan­ 4 Tyrolean peak 27 Waxed # 14 meets on the second and fourth Call91 8-484-5367for moreinf o. are at least 60 years of age, you are 24 Receiving younger people who found it later in thropizes 5 Canron sound 28 Te nse Monday of every month at 7 p. m. at eligible. 28 Maestros' SO Base­ 6 One )f situation? reruns. And now that it's going on the lodge building. FAMD.,Y DANCE Contact Karen Sedberry or Nickelodeon, everyone will get a spots runner'sgoal Chur..hill's 29 Ador Every Monday night, 7-10 p.m., BrigetteGivens , EODD AreaAgency chance to see it again, along with a 32 Engines 53 Menagerie offeri1gs Sharif PORUM WDGE 33 He loves 7 Hotel guest's 30 Information Eufaula CommunityCenter. Musicby on Aging, 918-682-7891 or Senior whole new generation of fans." 55 Jousting The Porum Masonic Lodge #351 "The Beverly Hillbillies," which (Latin) weapon curfe.v 31 Fool meets on the firstThursday of every Ted Goforthand the Lakesiders. lnfo-Line S00-211-2 116. 34Droop 56 Leif was his B The bloke 35 Choke starred Buddy Ebsen, Donna 36 month at 7 p.m. atthe lodgebui lding. Services available to all per­ Douglas, Max Baer, Jr., and the late, Central son 9 SlipJllry- 38 Old Olds African WEBBERSFAL LS VFW JOIN US ATHEAVE NLY HOPE sons 60 years of age or older regard­ great Irene Ryan, debuted on 57 Recede 10 Playpen 40 Journal river item 42 Caught a We at Heavenly Hope in Porum less of income. Services provided September 12, 1962. Asked why it 58Tipperary The Webb ers Falls Ve terans of 37 Nymph 12 ldealst's catnap remains popular almost 40 years after territory Foreign Wars Post #4609 Auxiliary would like to invite you to church at through the Older AmericanAct have pursuer comedown, 45 Japanese its debut, "It does what it's supposed 59 "Wunnerful" holds a bean dinner the second 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday night, 10:00 no set fee s or charges. Donations are 39 "Shakespeare bandleader maY,be seaport to do. It entertains the audience." a.m. on Sunday for Sunday School, accepted to help defray the cost of in Love" 60 - Moines 19 Thee 47 Conceited Friday ofeach month with the public After the "Hillbillies'' ended, 11:00 a.m. Sunday for Worship the service. The EODD/ AAA or its actress 61 Sister 21 Anny poster 48 Beige invited to attend. Ebsen starred in the relatively short­ 41 Played pointer 49 Witnessed Service,and 6 p.rn. onSooday night. grantees can always use donations run series, "Barnaby Jones," as an detective DOWN 23 Everings 50 Whack weeds PORUMCHAMBER OF If you need a ride, please call 484- and more volunteers. If you would older private investigator who was 43 Compre­ (Abtr.) 51 Galena, e.g. 1 Mockery COMMERCE 5222, 484-2 186 or 484-2056 and like to learnmore abouthow you can assisted by his widowed daughter-in­ hended 2 "Murder, She 25 Road leading 52 Pt. of USMA law, played by Lee.Merriwether. someone will gladly pick you up. help or if you know someone who 44Peter Pan's \/I/rote· sheriff to Rome 54Out of use The Porum Chamber of Commerce "Unfortunately, we were a little too foe 3 Office VIP 26 - contendere (Abbr.) meets on the 4th Monday of each may need any services, please call far ahead for the under-30s demo­ EODD/AAA at 918-682-7891 or 1- graphics of the time. They had an r month at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior 800-2 11-2116. image of the tough private eye that County Chatter Citizens Center in Porum. CallKathy Porum Lady didn't include gray hair. But I like to b Timoth Montgome McKinney at 463-2921 for more think we made it possible for y y nJ infonnation. Top 10 Movies 'Matlock' with Andy Griffith, to Videos are supposed to promote pretty well tor themselves in album Panthers make a longer run a few years later." album sales and personal appear­ and ticket sales. Among them were 1. Stuart Little (PG) Feat. the P.S. For the record, Buddy Ebsen INDIAN TIONNA AUDUBON ances for established and emerging Brooks & Dunn, Cledus T. Judd, SOCIE1Y voice of Michael J. Fox was born in Bellev:lle, lll., on April country stars. But now that they're Shanil Twain, Kenny Rogers, Defeated 2. The Talented Mr. Ripley (R) 2. 1908. totalling up the country music market SHeDAISY and Montgomery The Indian Nations Chapter of the By Derek Birdtail Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow ·------· for 1999, it turns out that we've seen Gentry. But with fewer videos to naHonal Audubon Societywill hold 3. The Green Mile (R) Tom Hanks Warner a sharp drop in the number cf video push reople and product, it'll be it's monthly meeting Thursday, 4. Any Given Sunday (R) Al i 1 releases. In 1998 country record interesting to see if recognized artists January 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the The Porum Lady Panthers Pacino, Cameron Diaz I Village I can keep their sales up and if new labels released almost 240 videos. In MuskogeePublic Library. Marguerite had a great game, yet they had one 5. Galaxy Quest (PG) Tim Allen, I 1999 the number dropped to a little artists can go from unknown to SigourneyWe aver I Apartments Waldroop will give a program on quarter that costthem the game. I over 180. The cutbacks reflect the ris­ famous just as quickly without The Lady Panthers held their 6. Toy Story 2 Feat. (G) the voice : 918-463-2468 ing production expense. It now costs videos as the more established stars Audubon Adventures, a nature of Tom Hanks Hearing Impaired I about $60,000 to make a music were able to do with them. appreciation program furnished by own as the game opened up. The 7. Magnolia (R) Tom Cruise, *** I Applicants I video. There are also fewer outlets local Audubon chapters to fourth Panthers only trailed by two at the Julianne Moore I I for video play now that many of the Memwhile, TNN and Eyemark end of the first quarter. 8. Bicentennial Man (PG) Robin 1-800-522-8506 country music television stations are Entert1inment have high hopes for Williams The second quarter was I TDD# I filling their airtime with less music their new series, "18 Wheels of Porum'sbad luckplus more.Ok taha 9. Deuce Bigalow (R) Rob I I and more talk shows, chili cook-offs, Justict," starring Lucky Vanous, Schneider 1-800-833-7741 and even movies. The Internet, how­ Billy Dee Williams and G. Gordon had a burst of energy and downed 10. Snow Falling On Cedars (PG- Office Hours ever, is becoming increasingly attrac­ Lidd} The weekly drama features several baskets. The Lady Panthers 13) Ethan Haw�e : : 11-4 Thurs & Fri. tive for country label producers who both op and emerging music artists didn'tend the quarter scoreless, but I I still believe videos help sell albums who will make guest appearances on the halfended with a scoreof Porum We Cover The News and acts. each episode. 17 and Oktal1a35. : H� Co�•Mn"Y • : For your information, the acts who got the most video plays in 1999 did As the Panthers retaliated af­ ,.______. r- . terthe half, they explodedonto the court and closed the gap between Hot Stars! Hot Movies! Only On Cross! the scores. The LadyPanthers won McFall Farm Equipment,- the quarter, but still trailedby 11. The Panthers kept pace with New & Used Tractors & Trailers Oktaha inthe final act. yet the sec­ New & Used Tractor Tires & Tubes ond quarter of the game still Good Selectionof Small ImportTractors haootedthem as theycou ldn't steal Grain Fed ButcherHogs the game. John McFall Rt. 3, Box 45 The finalscores were Oktaha 918-967-8219 StiQler, OK 74462 69 and Porum57.

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Yo ur cheer­ November 21) Cupid's arrow can canceled it in its first year and CBS Have Off­ Joe Neves for his generous donation It's the basic good in every ful nature helps you override this pierce hearts, but it can't open tight was criticized fo r picking it up soon to the Assembly of God Women's heartthat causes us to pull together temporary disappointment. What you lips. Only you can do that. That spe­ after) is about to celebrate its 100th Group to help in the purchase of tow­ when there is a need. learn from this pays off soon. cial someone you've been silently episode. Actually, it will take two Game TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)Be pining for all th is time would loye to ep isodes-February 8 and 15-to do it els. In turn, this charity group will We'd like to thank Inez Tho­ careful not to charge into somet'.ling hear you express those feelings. right. The story was written by the By Derek Birdtail make bibs for Countryside Estates mas, Robert Williams and Kristy you don't fu)ly understand. B:ing SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to show's creator, Donald P. Bellisario. residents. Burris fortheir help in the collection asked to act on trust might be aJI right December 21) We ll-meaning fr iends It involves series stars David James Porum had a definite offgame Joe always helps the residents of pop tops for dialysis minutes. - as long as you can trust the one might try to persuadeyou to give up Elliot (Harm) and Catherine Bell get ready for meal time supplyingby Though poptops are no longer be­ who asks. on that project that seems to have hit (Mac) going to Australia to help Tuesday asOktaha took the win. GEMINI (May 21 to .June 20) A a dead end. Someone wiJI take notice, Commander Mic Brumby (played by The Oktaha boys exploded each with a clean bib to protect their ing accepted,we are gratefulto Inez, chance for romance beckons from and your persistence will pay off. recurri ng cast member Trevor clothing and to catch the spills. onto the court in every quarter and Robertand Kristyfor this effort.Over someone you thought was far Ott of CAPRICORN (December 22 to r Goddard), on a special murde had an excellent game. The Porum If it's a change in scenery 10,000 poptops were collected. reach. But Cupid can always co� up January 19) It's one th ing to make a investigation. Panthers fought hard to overcome we've been looking for, it made an We've had a great week. As I with a shortcut. How you respord to difficult dec ision, but you also have *** i Oktaha but had no such luck. appearance on Wednesday and mentioned in lastweeks article, sing­ the situation determines how the 1ela­ to stick with t despite pressures to James Coburn stars as Atticus tionship develops. get you to change your mind. You i The usual high scores for the Thursday with promises for deeper ers came Monday night. Sam Holder, Cody in "Miss ng Pieces," a CANCER (June 21 to July 21) A need to reassure someone you care Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation and Panthers remained low throughout wider before it disappears. Our James Harrison, and Charles Garrett career move seems more likely 10w for that you can keep your commit­ airing Feb. 6 on CBS. This is a drama the entirety of the game. residents loved looking out at the were here to play and sing. And from than when you fi rst considered it. ments. about a father (Coburn)who believes Senior Carl Davis came offthe falling snow. Conversation about all reports, they did an excellent job. Some of your plans will need read­ AQUARIUS (January 20 to his son was murdered and sets out to i i r benchand took up for the starters as snow icecream and snows past came We thank you. just ng as new facts emerge. Be care­ February 18) This s a good time fo prove it. The cast also includes ful that you don't allow jealousy to you to remember to be good to your­ Maxwell Caulfield, Lisa Zane and he managed to end the game one up in the talk around the nursing We had a Resident Council as create an unnecessary obstacle. self. A trip to a place that was once William R. Moses. home. of Porurn'shigh scorers, along with Meeting on Tuesday, January 25. It LEO (July 23 to August 22) �our very special in your life reawakens *** Beau urphy,M with 10. We are indeed thankfulfor the was well attended with several fa m­ love for beautiful things is part of many prec ious memories and soon On February 7, ABC airs the At halftim e, the Panthers only employees help. All hands on deck ily representatives present. what makes you the fine fel ine you leads to making new ones. movie, "Mary and Rhoda ," which i i managedto score 18 against Oktaha 's were geared for getting the jobs of In the hospital at this time are are. But a little caution s adv s1ble PISCES (February 19 to Ma rch reun ites Mary Tyler Moore and her for a while. Resist the urge to splurge 20) An old health problem flares up old show sidekick triumphant 43. meeting the needs of people done Gladys Settle Meyer, Kathy Webb, Valerie Harper. unti l your money signs look a ittle and needs attention. A chilly reaction Also starring in the film are Marisa When the teams returned after efficiently and promptly duringthese and Emma Merritt. We want to ex­ better. from a once warm friend needs to be Ryan ("New Yo rk Undercover") as the half, there was not anychan ge of hours when employees were snowed press our deep sympathy to Mrs. VIRGO (August 23 to September confronted. Set the record straight Rhoda's (Harper) daughter, Mere­ pace for the Panthersas Oktaha con­ out. Merritt at thepassing of herdaugh­ 22) A co-worker could be try i ni to before it's too late to save the friend­ di th, and Joie Lenz ("Guiding tinued theirrally. Scott provided lunches forall ter. Emma was on antibiotics, but I'm undermine you. Resist the tempta.ion ship. Li ght") as Mary's sprig, Rose. to retaliate. Instead, keep careful YOU WERE BORN THIS *** Porum's performance caused the help and sent someone to pick sure her griefis a contributingfactor records of what you do so you'D be WEEK: Yo u enjoy helping others. You the m to lose the game 41-9 1, giving up those willing workers,whose ride in her present illness. ready to present a strong position have a taste for life 's luxuries and SHOP THE CLASSIFIEDS Oktaha a winning record of 15 wins when the time comes. will take risks to get what you want. I I LIBRA (September 23 to October In matters of amour, you love deeply, and onl_y 4 ].Qsses0 22) Family problems have been 1im­ and you expect your amorous intensi­ Tr ivia Te st mering for a while and could !Don ty to be returned in kind. The Chopp ing Block boil over. Avoid taking sides. Tilere are many facts you don 't know yet. A (c) 2oo."""....,, rnilk& i ire. :i- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan optional DELIVERED Wedne&lay, February 9 cheese 2 garlic cloves, minced Breakfast:eggs, Scrambled bacon, milk 1/4 teaspoonsalt 1 cup halved snow peas (about 2 hard-cooked eggs, quartere d 18) Large Selection • New Models Arriving Daily &juice. In Lunch: Charl>urgers, potat.osalad,salad medium saucepan, bring 1 inch 1 cup sweet red pepper cut in water to a boil. Add peas; simmer squares &fiuit oor, milk&juic:e. uncovered, unti l nearly tender, about 1/4 cup sesame seeds DON'T MAKE WE WILL BEAT r Thursday. Februaty 10 3 minutes. Transfer to a colander; Preheat outdoor g ill or bro iler. A $10,000 MISTAKE ANYONE'S PRICES Break:fi&: Sall5age, gravyibilnlits, milk drain and rinse under cold water. Tri m mushrooms; set as ide. Chill &juice. Place in large bowl along with mush­ steak in freezer for 20 mi nutes; cut beans, rooms, radishes, dressing, green into thin diagonal slices across the Lunch: C hili cheese wedges, In No Payment for 90 Days onion, Parmesan cheese and salt; sti r grain. a small bowl, mix ketchup, crackers, salad&fiuitoor, milk&juic:e. gently to coat. Spoon salad over 4 let- soy sauce, sesame oil and garlic; set Friday, Februaty11 • tuce-lined serving plates , dividing aside. Thread steak on individual Breakfast: French toast, bacon,milk& evenly; garnish with egg wedges. Or skewers*, weaving around mush­ USE YO UR IN COME TAX FOR DEPOSIT juice. arrangeon platter. Makes 4 portions; rooms caps, snow peas and sweet Lun:h:Chicken chili aispitos, com, sruad 5 cups. peppers ; brush all s ides with ketchup Note: To prepare ahead, combine mixture and sprinkle with sesame &fiuit oor, milk &juice. r cooked, cooled peas, rad ishes, dress- seeds. Place kabobs on a rack. Gill 918-452-2 228 ing, chives, Parmesan cheese and or broil until cooked and browned, s i ir in mush- turning occasionally, 5 to 8 minutes . �;� ����� :�:f.2!P::l�es;�IA\11fisl!t :���s� ��f;� t Serve on bed of rice, if desired. Yield: 4 portions. aoAsTED MUSHROOMS AND *If using bamboo skewers, soak in NEW POTATOES water fo r.15 minutes before using. 1-1/2 pounds new potatoes Editor's Note: Philomena Corra­ 1 pound fresh white deno is on assignment. 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484- 2896 Porum, OK - "<· ' -,. -, . " ,-. r '�- .• . "' • ,.•.• .• ,ir·r _. CLA SSIFIED ADVERTI SING Mwimlil $itt!J l�IIC1JI'� l1!il�eJ�lilUl�IIJ jiltllif0l�iJ1i lii,l!iii;ilil FOR SALE: CollectibleBarl>ie Dolls, FOR SALE: 1985 Jimmy, 5 reds . FOR SALE: Gentle ebony bay colt FOR SALE: 4 X 5 round bales. $18 $ 00.N FOR SALE: New ro ll top desk,cus- $50, clothes, $3 each. 799-5432 work. 689-7826 ask forNancy. tom 42" wide, $395. 689-7352 about 14 months, gelding, healthy. loaded,$2 0 deliveredin Warner area Apartmentfor Rent: $240 FOR SALE: Large Milwaukeeham­ FOR SALE: Rheemfurnace, I 00,000 FOR SALE: 2 box stove wood heat- $350. 689-7797 463-2430. If no answer leave mes­ per month. 463-3871. After merdrill in case,$200. 799- 5432 BTU, down flow, $100. 689-2520 ers. exc. condition, $75 each. 452-2273 FOR SALE: 9N tractor, good rubber sage. 6 p.m. 463-266 1 ufn FOR SALE: 250 gallon propanetank, with brushhog, runs good, $2,500. FORSALE: Sega Genesis 32X plus FOR SALE: Completetwin bed, ex- FOR SALE: Kubota tractortractor, around 50%full, $300firm. 689- 3334 cellent condition, headboard,box & frrul mower spray rig, 3 pt tractor 458-0604 games andcontro llers. $50. 463-3720 evenings. FOR SALE: 1992 3/4 ton Chevy FOR SALE: 4 speed Chevytrans­ inner spring mattresses and frame, boom, good equipment.689-296 l FOR SALE: 16 ft.metal floorl>ass 05 Silverado, red with campers hell, FOR RENT: Cottonwood Apts., mission for heavy I ton bell hous­ $100.339 -23 FOR SALE: Ross Ropersaddl e with boat and trailer, both in very good FOR SALE: Chevy Cavalier, 4 cyl, LWB, auto, AC, great work truck, Warner, OK, 1 & 2 Bedroom Apts, ing, clutch included, $100. Levis, $2 m�ching breast harness, new stir- condition, nomotor, $1,000. 452-3422 must see to appreciate $9,000 OBO CH/AC, $225/$245/$125 deposit. a pair, waist 28-37, length 29-32's. auto, $8,000. 473-5390 after6 p.m. rup leathers, good condition, $350. FOR SALE: Yamahatractor rot otiller, 0 456--6815 Contact Lonnie Haughey, Jr., Man­ Measure yourselffor exact size. 689- FOR SALE: l 98 Chevy3/4 ton,runs 47�-{i244 brushhog combination, $3,900, like FORSALE: 2 Iinears, 200 watt, $l00; ager, 463-3831. ufn 3474 good, LWB, 350 motor, only $1,250. FOR SALE: Nordic Track Excell, new, real nice.473- 5427 4784294 $2(0. 426-1368 400 watt $200. Galaxy 88 IO Meter lOR RENT: 2 bdr. house, fully FOR SALE: EZ Go golf cart, runs 4 FOR SALE: 3 formals,long, prom FORSALE: 1987PontiacBonneville, FOR SALE: 1993 Chevy Cheyenne radio,$200. 473-7 60 furnished,$500 month, no pets, all good, $650, 689-2490. dresses, valentine formals never 6cyl, goodcar, $1,600.473- 5495 pic.rup, long bed,auto, air, cruise,V6, FORSALE: Classic 1972 VWBeetle, bills paid, 799-5191. . FOR SALE: 580 Case backhoe, worn,Zurn-Zurn, Jessica McClinta, FOR SALE: Fiberglass topper for new tires, pin striped, AM/FM cas- restored 99%, new tires, newengine, diesel,$6,250, 918-650-2175. siz.es 7-8, for morein fo rmation 473- pickup, fits short wide Chevy or setle, tinted windows, air devil, bed new front end, new seats, runs & FOR RENT: 2 BIR mobile �ome FOR SALE: 5 pc. drum set with 647 1 Dodge through 1987, $100. 623-0169. liner with chromeguards, I28Kmiles, drives like new. Great firstcarfor girl with washer & dryer, garbage paid, cymbals, $450, 473-4300 or 473- FOR SALE: 8 HPSnapper rear tine FOR SALE: All around hand tool $6,900.689-7797 or wife. Must see, $2,895 firm.423- $200+deposit,473-5877. 2197. tiller, $400.Coleman 4,000 generator, saddle with conchos, registered, FOR SALE: Ford Fairlane 500, 4 2634 FOR RENT: 2 BIR duplex, stove, FOR SALE: 1998 Dodge Ram SLT used excellent condition, $400. Nice made by Beuford Saddelry, 15" seat, door, 68K original miles, excellent FOR SALE: Huge pile of . refrig., Cent H&A, no pets, refer­ 1500V8, NC, PIS, 48,000miles, good posts, 4x4 Mazda B2200 pickup, $2,000. 799- $300.799-572 9. s�, $2,500. 478-3 534 lumber, 2x4, 2x6, 4x6 ences, $275 mo., $200 deposit,689- condition, new tires. Call evenings 6162 FOR SALE: 1984 Ford Ranger, needs FOR SALE: 1999 Ford Explorer posts,$1, 000 for all, 689-7797- 5689 or 689-3370. after 4 p.m. or leave message 463- FOR SALE: 1979 CJ 7 Jeep, good FOR RENT: 2 bed, 1 bath, $285 5298. hunting jeep, new top, goodtires and plus $ I 50 deposit, no pets, Eufaula, FOR SALE: Coleman central heat =7�:;:,:.::� 799-5837. wheels,$1 ,800.799- 5526 after5 p.m. � ��::��:;�Z�s unit formobile home. Used one sea­ rie::L, I Lt.:f£E1��.·.·:T· FOR SALE: Large pipe hay fe eder, FOR SALE: 1987 Dodge Caravan, FOR SALE: Barrel chair, goldish I FOR RENT: Mobile Home lol ·n son $250.00Call 918-484-5261 1/25 $75 finn. Nice Oak guncase, holds very clean inside & out, needs head color, $20. Tulip swag, lightbeige and AuburnPark , $125 mo. w/1. yr. lease, FOR SALE: High lift-front end AKC MINI SCHNAUZER: For stud 11gWlS, $1 00firm. 689-7908 fixed, $250. 463-22 14 tanw/ambertrim, $35. 689-31 55 city utilities pd., 463-3266. loader for Ford 5000 tractor. Call service, 2 years old, salt & pepper FOR SALE: 1988 Chevy Celebrity, FOR SALE: l996 MitsubishiGallant., FOR SALE: Wolfftanning bed, 989.5355 1/25 color. 689-4980 $800.463-29 83. Silver, $6,800. 687-1957 00 works great, $6 ; IBM computer FOR SALE: Dachshund puppies, FOR SALE: Queensize mattress and FOR SALE: 1994 Chevy e;\.1ended FOR SALE: Barrel racing saddle, with printer, lots of games and pro- born 11-29, ready to go to your home box springs, excellent condition. See cab Z7l, 6.5 turbo diesel, auto, all $300. 689-3294 or inquireat Haley's grams, works great, $200; manual All black and tan. $65. 473-6689 power, red with red interior, 268K after 5 p.m. 618-4820 ServiceStation. trea:imill,easy touse, $50. 334-6104 FOR SALE: Ferret with caged ham­ NEED BRICKWORK DONE? miules, $9,500 OBO, must sell.967- FOR SALE: 1998 Dodge Ram SLT FORSALE: 1985 Nissan KingCab FORSALE: 1970's model JD 3020 mock,$75. OBO 689-4196or689-2 1 58 Call Willford Mitchell, (9 18) 68 1- 2943 1500 V8,A/C, P/S, 48,000miles, good pickup, good work truck, $1,000 or povetshift tractor with front end FOR SALE: Mini spotted Jack Stud, 4310 FOR SALE: Camper shell with key condition, new tires. Call evenings trade forcat tle. 464-774 1 after6 p. m. loader and also front and rear spikes. _ready to go, broke to ride and lead WA NT TO BUY: Used Davis type forlong wide ranger pickup.689- 3914 after4 p.m. or leave message 463- FORSALE: 1995 GMCZ71,350, VS, $6,200.473- 5063 evenings. only, $5 00. 478-4294 thermO'steel storage building, large FOR SALE: 1989 Chevy 3/4 ton 5298. 5 speed, 4X4, extended cab, power FOR SALE: 14' Starcraft pop-up FREE TO GOOD HOME: 8month or small. 918-967-44 1 1 tfn pickup. 473-5662 FOR SALE: SearsLifestylerDT 1000 windows & doors. Will take partial camping trailerinexcellent condition. old German Shepherd. 689-5065 FORSALE: 1995 Chcvy Camero,V6, 5 exerciser with 7 months on mainte­ trade in, vehicle, livestock, ect. 967- 14' Starcraft tri-hull with 6 Hp FREE PUPPY: To a good home. 4 'COWBOY BOOTS, $39.00or 3 auto, T-Top, 86K miles, new tires, nance. Brand new, hardly ever used, 94 14 or967-8302. Evinrude, lake ready 452-2932 months old, female, blue healer mix, pair for $100.00, Saddles, Tack, blue, AM/FM cassette, very clean, $150. 689-7545 FOll SALE: 1968 Chevy pickup, FOR SALE: Solid Oak bar with 3 shots up to date. Call Larry 1-800- Country Boy Boot Barn, Warner, $8,500. Days - 967-2805, Evenings FOR SALE: 24 HP Onan motor, looks and runs great, 350 automatic stocls,like new, $500.Nice game table 463-3871. 645-5699 (Arny)799- 5389 gooseneck hitch, Ford load lever with air. Nice wheels and tires, $4,250. witil 4 chairs, $125. new 5 X 10 tilt FOR SALE: 1990 ChevySuburban, hitch, alllike new. Beermister , fullkeg 630-1926orpager 918-997-2278. trailer, $475. Tunnel RAM, 2/600 goodcondition $800. Small light duty size. 689-7233 FOR SALE: MazdaProtege Limited, Edlebrocks, Alum. intake for 350 stocktrailer$5000BO. 918-768-3 178 4 door, I owner, 5 speed,double nice, Chcvy $475. 799-53 IO WA NT TO BUY: Used Davis type Independent in Thought • Independent in Action thermo steel storage building, large $6,500. 453--0261leave message. FOR SALE: 1982 35 fl travel trailer, orsmall. 918-967-4413 tfn FOR SALE: Commercialdiskjockey cold air, sleeper sofa, cassette ste- FOR SALE: 1987 Honda . FOR SALE: Black 59 Nissan Altima, equipment, two turntables and roll reo, full sizebed, full bath, $4,200. Accord. Well maintained, pwr, sunroof, 4 door, 56,000 miles. around, 2 channel Yamaha mixer, 4 6894790 good running condition. Nice familycar, like new. Take over largespeakers, spin and light mixer, FOR SALE: New Kbolatron Cooler .:i;;:;;iii.. . Warner School Board Needs paint. Power locks& payments or$ ll,OOO423- 2842 tfn and lots more. $600 forall. 61 8-4852. with AC adapter forboat, auto, mo- windows, sunroof, good FOR SALE: 1988 Mercury Sable. FOR SALE: Tall outside fountain, tel, etc., paid $3 19. Never used, will Paid For By Friends For Jerry McPeak tires. Dependabletranspor­ Runs. Needs work. $400. Call 463- sea gull, and pumps, $90. 473-6203. tak� $100 799-5173 tation $1,500OBO. 2734 or see atWa rnerVill age Apart­ FOR SALE: 2 horse trailer, newfloor . FOR SALE: 88 Chrysler 5th Ave. Call 463-3720 tfu ments, Apt. 21. and tires, $750, 478-7294. Clemest in town. $2,750. 473-23% FOR SALE: 1992 Chevrolet Subur­ ban fully loaded, 4 wd with all op­ DOGS: AKC Shelties, 2 males, 7 tions, dual air, third seat, alloy ExPERIENCE • EDUCATION • COMMON SENSE wks. old, $100.00each, 682-7094 .. •••••••••••••••••• LAB: Choe. Lab, spayed, IO mos . • • wheels. Super clean! Black, 113K Now IS THE TME • • old, has papers, $75.00, 918-452- • • miles,4 52-2352 . • Senior Citizens • JERRY 2677 . • • Tu esday FREE TO GOOD HOME: White of Warner • February 8 • • HEI.PWANTED Pyrenees mix pups, 8 weeks old, will • We have coffee & • Hometown Health Services McPEAK be med. to lg. dogs, call and leave • seeking RN's, LPN's, WA RNER SCHOOLBOARD������� • fresh doughnuts • message, 918-823-4648. • 3 for $1.00 • CHHA's, and Providers in PAID FOR BY PARENTS FOR JERRY MCPEAK FREETO GOODHOME: Dalma­ • your area.Please call 918-478- • every Tuesday, • tian, approx. I yr. old, 689-5592. • • 4297 or toll free at 800-349- FOR SALE: Young tom turkeys, Wednesday & 4297 . • • FORSALE: Firewood, split, hara­ also young roosters and cats to give • Thursday • away, 689-3719. • • WA NTED wood lf you pick up $20 truckload, FOR SALE: 9 week old female or ask about delivery. 464-2082 1/25 black Porn,all shots & wonned, $150, Four or more 15 week old Rat Terrier, $65, 799- homeowners to help dis­ ALL SIZES, New Insulated Wirrlows, $35 (){) -� Up. Country 5060. play new permanent sid­ BoyDiscount, Wamer,463-3871 . FOR SALE: Registered Border Col­ ing, roofin insulatedwin­ lies. Black & white or red& white. All g, dows or storm shelters. shots. $150 each. Deliveryavaila ble. 50 1-675 -5 378 or 918-463-2 559 Call 1-800-441-7553 FOR SALE: 2 ton NC down draft, ready to install. FOR SALE : A.KCCocker Spaniels. facellent condition. $300. All colors, 6 weeks, $150. 1 choco­ BRIDGETOWN Cill 463-2386 or463-2898 late male$400. Call 689-2355 work,or Askfor Barl>ara tfu 799-5021 home. 2/1 APARTMENTS Hwy 100A Webbers Falls, OK #3130 Runaway Bay Estates, 3 bedroom, 1 bath lakeview Formore information contact: • Recreational EARN $25-50KYEARLY • Ranches CH/A, beautiful view, vinyl siding, 2 living areas, quiet neigh­ Paula Brown • Farms borhood, 1 car garage. $56,500. �21 . • Residential #3143 Sycamore Bay waterfront, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, We're a fast-growing retail Manager,at ... boat dock, detatched garage could also be turned into an apart­ Real Estate for the Real World- company in need of several 918-464-2468 ment, has bathroom, kitchen and 2 rooms. $128,000. Park View aggressive self-starters! If #3138 4 bedroom, 2 abth brick home, on approx. 1 acre, TDD# 1-800-722-0353 www.century21.com close to lake, on a blacktop road, nice quiet neighborhood. Apartments you have the desire to earn $60,000. Call Ron for an appointment. an above-average income, North Shore Real Estate #3139 approx. 17 acres, locate8 on a blacktop road, excellent Gore, OK 221 W. Gentry · applyto join our team! Previ­ commercial location, has 2 houses and boat storage, great in­ Checotah, OK 74426 ous sales experience is NOT vestment property.$83,000. #3142 Rolling Oaks, waterfront, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, sandy necessary. Our line of first­ Checotah: 473-2197 beaches, close to boat ramp, very good neighborhood, paved Now taking quality furniture is priced so SHOPTHE CLA5SiFIEr:S Eufaula: 689;7721 roads. $78,500. Call Rodney for an appointment. applications for affordably, it practically sells c21 [email protected] #3143 3 bedroom home on several lots, located in town, has itselflYou must bewilling to a large shop, chainlink fence, new roof, steel siding. $51 ,500. apartments learna sure-fire programthat #3137 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on nice corner lot, new paint, designed for the MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE carpet, quiet neighborhood. $26,000. will guarantee you a success­ #3120 Brush Hill VIiiage, riome and 4 acres m.o.l., located #3090 4 bedroom, 2 bath brick home, located on a large cor­ elderly, handicapped fuland rewarding career! No $NoPayments$ Free for3months on a blacktop road, just south of Brush Hill Village. 3 bedroom, ner lot, this is an extra nice home. 2 living areas, new CH/A, and and disabled travel involved. Great ben­ (wac). To qualify, call 888-959- 2 bath, 2 living areas, fireplace, lots of fruit trees, barn, electric much more. Priced at $55,000. 4663. gate. You will have to see this hor'ne.$95,000. #3128 2 bedroom, 1 bath home, quiet neighborhood, large efits and lots of promotion #3161 Belle Starr Forest #1 . Spacious 3 bedroom (all with shaded lot, new carpet and paint. $28,000. Contact Loyise potential for the right people! walk-in closets), 1 3/4 bath.'doublewide on perm. foundation. Bring in your resume to Fur­ 1,980 sq. ft. m.o.l., large living roo·m w/rock fireplace, Ext. all in (918) 489-2757 NANNY'S COUNTRY Give Us A Call - We Can Help �..., niture Factory Outlet, 2328 rock. Lakeview on 2 lots. $67,500. Call for for an appt. to view; SCENTS: Hand ask for Shelley. · Darrell Wooten, Broker, 473-2197 Ea�t Shawnee ByPass, poured, · Ron Crenshaw, Sales Associate, 689-5673 TDD richly scented candles, #3162 Texanna Road. Looking for land that's mobile home 1-800-833-7741 Muskogee,OK 74403 ready? 10 acres on Texanna Road. Has electric, septic tank, • Jim Jones, Sales Assciate, 473-6482 shower gels, lotions, bath oil water well (no pump) and one pond. Needs to be brush­ • Kim Armstrong, Sales Associate, 473-7767 • Carol Anson, Sales Associate, 473-2088 crystals and soaps. These hogged. Don't wait to call on this one! $1 6,000. Ask for Shelley. EQUAL OPPORI1JNITY • Rodney Williams, Sales Associate, 473-2106 EQUAL HOUSING COMMUNITY candles won't tunnel! Whole­ #3127 Enchanted Oaks, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home, close to EMPI.DYER • Shelley Haynes, Sales Associate, 473-1570 ,. sale, retail. Muskogee, OK fishing, large wooded lot, CH/A, garage, quiet neighborhood. • Sharon Scott, Sales Associate, 473-4546 Call Ron for more details. $54,000. (918)687-1250 2/1 Page IO - Tuesday, February 1, 2000

FOR SALE: 36" solid glass Apartment forRent: $240 LEWIS BIBB storm door - lefthand - $60. per month. 46 3-3871. After CONSTRUCTION Call 463-2386or 463-2898. 6p.m. 463-2661 ufn •DUMP TRUCK• Ask forBamara tfn •BACKHOE• •BULL DOZER• ·,SHOP THE CLASSIF1EDS! Gravel, Fill Dirt, Sand, PondCleaning CELLULARPHONE For Sale 260-9672 Fully Furnished Home Phone 989-5534 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Delivered Within 150 Miles Under $200 Per Month W.A.C. Call Sherry at 1-888-655-3000 NOTICE: Now taking new enroll­ ments, �, Porum Child Center, DHS Approved, (918) 484-2056; after hrs., 484-5222. FOR SALE COMPUTER: Need help with your computer? Want a web site to sh)w New 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Complete. your friends or customers? Let Kirby DeliveryWi thin 150 Miles do it. Formoreinformation,call 918- 464-2014 or e-mail: Webmaster@ Low Down Kirbyjh.ZZn.com. lLb. Eckrich 12 Oz. Bar-S Red Ripe _.-i!!!;"'!b, Under $400 Per Month W.A.C. CLEAN HOUSES: Ladies warn to SMOKED BOLOGNA Call Tillie 1-888-655-3000 clean houses or do light interior deco­ TOMATOES rating, no outside work, 20 miles SAUSAGE radius of Canadian, 339-2428 aflfr6 p.m. \89¢ APPLIANCE REPAIR: New & $1.89 \,J . 69¢ Lb. * Want a Vo ice * In Your School used parts, repair washers, drym., * Now's The Time freezers, gas & electric stoves, win­ dow air units, Vamell's Appliar,;�,2 1(1. mi. south of Porum, Hwy. 2, 1- Tuesday, February 8- Vote For 918-484-2439. •JERR Y McPEAK• WEDDif'IIG: Silk Wedding FIOial, Boneless 8# Bag White ,16 Oz. Jumbo Bouquet, corsage, alter arrangement, ,, 1 WARNER SCHOOL BOARD purchase or rent. Experienced W�­ STEW MEAT POTATOES ShurFresh ding Coordinator ready to help JOU Paid For By Friends For Jerry McPeak make your day perfect. Sherry BISCUITS Whitaker, 464-2!03. $1.89 Lb $1.39 .89¢ Walk-In CLJNJC liffl COLD AND FLU SEASON IS HEREl 1# Blue Bonnet 5 Oz. 7 Oz. CCOM Becau!!ie cold andflu hit withoawarning, CCOM Medic.alGroup offera a WALK-IN CLINIC. No appointment Is needed and both newand OLEO � Patio \� Banquet MEDICAL -,stablishad patients araaccepted. QUARTERS BURRITOS � POT PIES GROUP If youneed Immediate attention, pleaMI11isit the CCOM warner Clinic Viiil Qtthe CCOM MainClinic in MU&kagae. Cardiology Clinic WarnerHoora: 6:30a-4:30p .49¢ 2 for 79¢ 2/$1.00 of Muskogee, Inc. warnerWalk-In Hours: 10a-3p 806Campbel l MainClinic Regulart-bJra: M..f 7�7 p & Sata.Noon Main Clinicwalk -In Hour&: M-F 71r7p & sataa-llik>On Warner, OK 8 Oz. 2 Liter COKE, 13 Oz. Can 463-310 0 COOL WHIP DR. PEPPER &�� ShurFine 89¢ SPRITE COFFEE 99¢ $1.89

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Y1m•ha Gredll card, sublecl to credit approval. Gel minimum monthly payments as low as $69 and a 12.99¾ APR for 2 years lrom date ol It your Account Is kept currant, on all new 2000 (and new prior year) Yamaha ATV's. Get a BearTracker9 lor $69 par month. Thereafter, the 99¢ i.�··· .89¢ . 69¢ Rate 17.9% APR will apply for Accounts which are kepi current. Otherwise the Oelaull Rate 21 .9% APR will be applled lo all balances. Finance Charge $.50. Oller good December 1, 1999 · March 31 , 2000. engine sizes ol 90cc or greater are recommended tor use only by those age 16 and oldar. • Yamaha recommends that all ATV riders take an 11/f)ppiovad training course. For salety and training lnlormatton, see your dealer or call the AlV Safety Institute at 1·800·887·2187. • ATVs can be hazardous operate. For your safety: Always avoid paved surfaces. Never ride on public roads. Always wear a helmet, eye protactlon and protective clothing; never 1:,,::cc:?':"carrv passengers; n,ver engage In stunt riding; riding and alcohoVdrugs don't mix; avoid excessive speed; and be particularly carelut on dlltlcull ltrraln. 18 Oz. ShurFine 28 Oz. Dawn 24 Oz. Austex PEANUT DISH BEEF STEW BU'fl'ER RT&T YAMAHA $1.29 $1.29 $2.39

4 Roll ShurFine ��Gallon Price Saver Road Track & Trail Yamaha BATHROOM TISSUE BLEACH 121 w. Broadwav Muskogee, II 1-100-Yamaha 1-918-182-5288 .89¢ .89¢