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“Voice of the Unconquered” 50¢ www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXII • Number 13 October 19, 2001 Brighton Incentive Awards By Michael James Dyer was the first teacher chosen BRIGHTON — On September from Florida for the Disney’s National 21, Tribal students were awarded for their American Teacher’s Awards, and one of hard work and achievements at the annual three from across the United States to be By Janice Billie Incentive Awards program, held under the chosen as a finalist. In addition to being a BIG CYPRESS — The oak trees outside the Brighton Education recipient of the award, she has served many Big Cypress Community Building. twice on the Board for Disney’s Institute members who came out to celebrate Several last minute develop- on Education. Indian Day did not let a steady driz- ments kept the scheduled keynote speak- In her speech, Mrs. Dyer talked zle of rain dampen their spirits or er, Patrick Smith, and Tribal Officials about her experiences as a tutor of the enthusiasm. from attending the program. Seminole students for the past 16 years. Hosted at the new and Mr. Smith, author of “Forever Initially, she tutored students of all ages at improved Big Cypress Community Island” and other acclaimed novels, was the Education Building on the reservation. Center, formerly known as the Youth unable to appear due to illness. Instead, However, for the past few years, Center, there was a sizeable turnout Smith sent an inspirational and gracious she tutored high school students in her for the event. First, it was a Friday, message that was read by Joan Dyer. classroom at Okeechobee High School. second, all Tribal Employees were Due to a last minute Board and Mrs. Dyer had additional responsibilities off from work and third, anytime Council meeting, Tribal officials were as an advocate for the Seminole students there is competition in horseshoes B. unable to attend. However, who attended Okeechobee High School. C. people will be there. President/Acting Chairman Mitchell She helped them in all areas including Of course there were many Cypress and Brighton Councilman John personal, student/teacher related, and aca- other contests throughout the day, Huff, Sr., sent letters of congratulations to demic problems. such as the traditional fry cooking, the students. “Some of you would not have log peeling, woodcarving, sewing Joan Dyer, who recently retired even graduated if we didn’t have Mrs. and basket making. There was also a from the Okeechobee School System in Dyer to give you last minute assistance co-ed volleyball competition and a May, graciously stood in for Mr. Smith. and pull strings for you. We all owe her a lively bingo game to finish off the Mrs. Dyer was born in Odessa, MO and lot,” said Louise Gopher, Director of day. moved to Florida in 1983. She is the Education for the Brighton Reservation . Marlin Billie, the new mother of two children, Joe and Lynn. “She was very close and dedicat- assistant director of the Community Mrs. Dyer taught English IV and ed to our students and we will miss her,” Center, facilitated most of the day’s Journalism at Okeechobee High School said Gopher. contests and had some good laughs for 18 years. She is presently Editor for The Brighton Parent Advisory ribbing Kenny Tommie about the the Okeechobee Times. Her achievements Committee presented her with a sweet texture of his frybread. include 1998 OHS Teacher of the Year Paul Buster, Daisi Jumper and District Teacher of the Year in 1988. See INCENTIVE, page 6 and Solomon Cypress provided some mood music. Set up in the cen- ter’s theatre stage, they performed some gospel and country classics. 5th Annual Time Travel Tour At noon, the Recreation and he Department of Anthropology & many attractions in the park, such as the Community Center staff laid out a Genealogy invites all Tribal citizens Okefenokee Railroad Tour, animal habi- huge spread of food as people Tto sign up for the 5th Annual Time tats, boardwalks, nature center, and the arrived to enjoy everything from Travel Tour: “Earthworks of the Pogo and Walt Kelly museum. steaks to cherry pie. The meal was Ancestors.” On Nov. 15, the Tour will make prepared from scratch by Nancy “Earthworks of the Ancestors” its way home. After breakfast in Billie and her helpers. The frybread will feature special guided tours, not Fernandina Beach, and lunch in Fort and flat bread were hot, flawless, available to the general public, of south- Pierce, drop-offs will be made at the and delicious. eastern ceremonial sites at Kolomoki Hotmeals Buildings on the Brighton, Big Before the meal, Paul Historic Park and Ocmulgee National Cypress, and Hollywood reservations. Buster said a prayer and spoke a few Monument. Tribal citizens who have attend- words. He said, “It is great to be an The Tour will begin on Sunday, ed the first four Time Travel Tours are American, a native, a Seminole Nov. 11 with pickups at the Hotmeals encouraged to sign up and help the staff Indian. I urge you to reflect on and Buildings on the Hollywood, appreciate our forty plus years of Big Cypress, and Brighton progress and remember God in all reservations. things.” On Nov. 12, Tribal Jack Gorton, of B.C. citizens will visit Kolomoki Recreation, took the opportunity to Mounds State Historic Park, welcome everyone to the near Blakely, Georgia. There Community Center and explained are seven earthen mounds, the operations and purpose of the built during the 12th and 13th Center. centuries, at Kolomoki, The popular horseshoe con- including Georgia’s oldest test lasted all day featuring singles, great temple mound. The mixed doubles and seniors competi- 1,293-acre park also has a tion. Lena and Lucy Cypress museum. See INDIAN DAY, page 8 On Nov. 13, a full day will be spent visiting the Mound entrance at Ocmulgee National Monument. centerpiece of the “Earthworks of the Ancestors” tour, the Ocmulgee National Monument, celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Time near Macon, Georgia. There are eight Travel Tour. Shelby Osceola - Serious About Rodeo earthen mounds and the remains of a cer- There will be one chartered bus By Michael James Hollywood Horse club one day a emonial earthlodge, which served as for- and only 50 spaces are available on a HOLLYWOOD — Shelby few years ago, and she got mal council chambers. Tribal citizens first-come, first-served basis for the Osceola, the 12-year old daughter of hooked,” said her father, William. will be able to enjoy a special guided tour “Earthworks of the Ancestors.” William and Tabitha Osceola, is full of Hooked is an understate- not available to the general public. Also, a Registration is open to all the cit- surprises. ment. Shelby takes her horses special is scheduled for the afternoon. izens of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, “We just took her to the very seriously. Not only does On Nov. 14, after breakfast in over 18 years of age only. Shelby care for her four Macon, Time Travel Tour participants will To sign up for the “Earthworks horses; she also practices ride to the famous Okefenokee Swamp of the Ancestors,” or reserve a spot on the for at least one event Park, a National Wildlife Refuge that cov- waiting list, call Lisa Mullennix at (954) every day. Her events ers a half-million acres. After lunch on the 966-6300, ext. 1423, and leave your name include team roping, bar- property, Tribal citizens can visit the and phone number. rel racing, breakaway rop- ing, and goat tying and pole bending. Malcolm Tigertail Basketball Tournament She qualifies as pro in Eastern Indian By Janice Billie Lawrence, KS, and later, Palm Beach Rodeo Association (EIRA) BIG CYPRESS — Big Cypress Community College. events and placed first in Recreation hosted the 2nd Annual He eventually returned to Big Team Roping event in a Malcolm Tigertail Memorial Basketball Cypress, finding it much more comfort- Sept. 15 Florida Junior Tournament on Sept. 28-29. Eight able to be around his family and the reser- Rodeo Association (FJRA) women’s teams and seven men’s teams vation where he grew up. He worked at event. The header, Shelby from Trail, Brighton and Hollywood came the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum as a tour teamed with heeler Marla to play in memory of one of the Seminole guide. Scildeman, their prize was Tribe’s and Big Cypress Community’s His mother, Minnie, describes a buckle. favorite sons. her late son as “a person who felt no one Shelby’s interest Malcolm Tigertail (Panther was a stranger, meeting and talking to in rodeo is ironic, since Clan), 25 years old at the time of his dis- people always came easy to him and neither of her parents par- appearance, was the son of Minnie made him so likeable.” ticipated in rodeo events. Tigertail Bert and stepson of the late Due to a tragic auto accident, a However, her parents are Ernie Bert. An avid basketball player and son, relative, and friend departed this very supportive of Shelby sports enthusiast whom many describe as world leaving a void in the lives of many. and never miss an event. one of the “good guys”, Malcolm is However, the echo of his positive charac- When asked if remembered fondly in this community. ter and spirit are honored and remembered there are any second Malcolm grew up on the Big in the dedication of this event. thoughts about Shelby’s Cypress Reservation, graduating from This year’s tournament got under Clewiston High School. He attended involvement in rodeo Shelby Osceola activities, William said, Haskell Indian Junior College in See TIGERTAIL, page 9 “We are very confident in the horses we bought for Hollywood Christian School, and is in Shelby. They are very gentle. The the seventh grade. Shelby maintains an only time we really have con- “A” average, and her goal is to be a vet- cerns is if it is bad weather and erinarian and horse trainer someday. Her Inside This Issue . . . the riding conditions are bad.” favorite subject is Math. Last year, Shelby partici- Shelby has other interests, such Reflections...... 2 Sports ...... 9 pated on the flag team, New as football, soccer, and softball, but Sensation. Although she enjoyed rodeo does not allow her much time to Education News...... 6 Casino News ...... 13 being on the team, Shelby has participate in other sports. Health Corner ...... 7 Announcements...... 14 chosen to concentrate more on There is no lack of ambition on the rodeo events this season. Hollywood Indian Day...... 8 Job Postings...... 15 Shelby Osceola Shelby’s part. We will be watching this Shelby attends young lady. Indian Day Bowling...... 8 Brighton Indian Day...... 16 The Seminole Tribune 2 October 19, 2001 Native Village Plays Host To Nigel’s Wild Wild World By Alexandra Frank source, the Tribes, that has lived with HOLLYWOOD — October 3 these creatures for centuries. was a sunny day at the Native Village, If you get a chance, watch which proved to be a plus for “Nigel’s Nigel’s Wild Wild World. You might see Wild Wild World.” the segment of Nigel tangling with Despite its flamboyant name, Florida’s biggest attraction as well as its “Nigel’s Wild Wild World” has nothing to most misunderstood resident: the alligator. do with wrestling. In fact “Nigel’s Wild Wild World” is a popular wildlife pro- gram that airs on the Discovery Channel. Nigel, who hails from England, Ed Woods GM Billie Swamp oversees Jeff Corwin and crew as Jud Cremata, Jeff Corwin, Ed Woods. explained that his love for animals began they go to rescue alligator eggs. when he was a young boy. He owned an alligator and two Burmese Pythons, which inspired him to learn more about both species. This early contact with animals is Safari Featured On “Animal Planet” one of the reasons he hosts a show that spotlights animals in their native habitat. BIG CYPRESS — On Sept. 18 Swamp Safari was chosen because of In addition, Jeff was introduced Nigel has been to Florida on sev- and 28, “The Jeff Corwin Experience”, a Corwin’s interest in the animal-human to the Florida panther and was so taken by eral occasions. Once to do a segment on wildlife program that airs on the “Animal interaction that flourishes in that location. the creature, he spent almost two hours sharks (which he claimed he did not like), Planet” channel, filmed episodes at the Jeff, his staff, and camera crew with it. and also to film segments featuring the Billie Swamp Safari. were led by Safari General Manager Ed Jeff returned on Sept. 28 to North American Alligator. During the program, naturalist Woods and Safari alligator handlers showcase Florida’s alligators, and what Nigel likes to film in Florida and biologist Jeff Corwin travels to differ- Jonathan “Cattail” Vasquez and “Gator better specimen to educate with than the because of it has many facilities that cater ent parts of the world in search of plants John” Kenyon to an area known to have Safari’s own saurian, Superman! to the housing and care of alligators. He and animals native to that location. With the last of the alligator nests ready for the The show will air in December has done numerous segments with both style and enthusiasm, Jeff presents to his hatchlings to come out. 2001. The date and time will be posted, so the Seminole Tribe and the Miccosukee audience the world’s most amazing crea- One nest was in danger of wash- everyone can tune in and enjoy the show. Tribe. tures. ing out at any time because of the heavy Billie Swamp Safari is open 364 He says he likes to visit facilities Cameraman Pet Zuccarini films Nigel The efforts of conservationists, rains and winds that had pelted the area days a year (closed Christmas Day) from on Tribal land because he learns about the Marvin as he makes a move to get an researchers, and local people who have a for days. Under the Safari’s watchful eye, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. If you haven’t been alligator and its habitat from the best strong connection and history with their Jeff Corwin went in, rescued the eggs, and out to visit, please join us and see what alligator to leap out of the water. land, like the Seminoles, are also high- took them to the Herpetarium, where they the excitement is all about! lighted during the show. The Billie could safely hatch. #196 By Patsy West Weather And Storms ad weather was a real threat for all Bpeoples living in southern Florida in the early days before satel- lite forecasts. Seminoles and pioneer settlers alike watched the skies for cloud formations and unusual activities of birds that heralded the coming of hurricanes that ravaged across southern Florida in some frequency. The Seminoles, like native cultures the world over, had specific President’s Office rules and regulations The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Assistant to the President/Acting Smoke Shops; Judy Jones, Administrative regarding the storms Inc. provides economic development and Chairman. Her secretary is Debbie Assistant to General Manager; and that were prevalent dur- employment for the Tribe and its citizens. Christopher. Sunshine Frank, Administrative Assistant ing the seasons when The President’s Office is the main admin- Corporation personnel also to Smoke Shop Department. heavy rainfall and light- istrative office for all Board programs and includes: Diane Tijburg is Administrative ning moved across the enterprises such as Sugarcane, Seminole Sandy Selner, Office Manager Assistant to the President’s Office and flat, watery landscape. Cigarette Wholesale Distributors, /Executive Administrative Assistant to the Sabrina Hall is the Office Receptionist. As a precau- Cigarette Shops, Citrus, Cattle, Mining, Board of Directors; David Zacher, Chief The President’s Office is located tion, Seminole children and the Seminole Okalee Village and Financial Officer; and Steve Burd, on the third floor of the Tribal were taught that during Fairgrounds. Accountant. Government Building. The phone number thunderstorms they Mitchell Cypress is the President Maria Porta is Acting Director of is (954) 967-3700, the fax number is must never move of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc. and the Credit and Finance Department. (954) 967-3484. around. They were told Acting Chairman of the Seminole Tribe of Smoke shop personnel includes that they should just sit Florida. Sally Tommie is Executive Elsie Bowers, General Manager Tribal still in the chickee, or they might see a cut hand with a painted thumb under the chick- New Education Employee: Mark Purcell ee platform. Such folklore Mark Purcell has been a part- tor and director of a college-testing was important, as light- time employee of the Education center for the Kentucky Community ning strikes were a real threat in the Everglades and Big Cypress. Department on the Hollywood and Technical College System for flat, watery landscape. Two notable This unique style of housing, Reservation since July 2001. four years prior to moving back to deaths from lightning were Old Tiger so well adapted to the hot and wet Mark, who earned a Master of south Florida. Tail in the latter 19th century, who was Everglades climate of southern Florida Science degree in clinical psychology in Mark lived in south Florida struck while working in his garden in was also adapted for dealing with the 1986, is an enrolled member of the in the early ‘90s and worked with the the Big Cypress north of the present local storms, while continuing to pro- Muscogee Nation of Florida (formerly Seminole Tribe as a consultant with a day reservation, and Captain Tom Tiger, vide needed shelter for the occupants. known as the Florida Tribe of Eastern substance abuse prevention program. early in the 20th century who died The chickee roofs were made Creek Indians), a state recognized group. He lived in Arizona for five while carving a canoe. so that they could be detached from the He regularly attends and participates in years and worked with several mem- To stop the rain, tobacco pipes posts that held them up. In that manner, the ceremonial life at Pine Arbor Tribal bers of various southwestern Indian were lit and smoke blown against the the roof could be slipped down to the Town. Tribes who were in treatment pro- rain for ten or twenty minutes. level of the platform. Mark is a Florida Licensed grams to deal with their addiction Rainmaking was also important. Bobby Because chickees were built on Mental Health Counselor and has been a problems. Henry of the Tampa Reservation has for the highest ground available, when a certified secondary school teacher in both Mark is the father of two many years gained notoriety for being a family took shelter under the snugly Kentucky and Arizona. His background children: Joshua, 18 years old, who rainmaker and has been called on by grounded roof, they could hope to be includes over 8 years of administrative is in his first year of college in various communities in times of safe and dry. experience serving as director or manager Gainesville, and a daughter, Shayla, drought. Of course, in the Big Cypress, of various programs in education and who is 4 years old. Weather conditions in the where the island camps were only inch- counseling organizations, and over 7 years Mark is assisting the Atlantic created turbulence around the es above the watertable, families faced of classroom teaching experience. Education Department’s Counseling coast and restricted the Seminoles’ a greater challenge after a “wet” hurri- He has worked personally and and GED/Adult Education programs. canoe travel until the 1930’s when cane passed. professionally with computer technology To contact Mark or find out more canoes became a thing of the past. Early in the 20th century, fami- for the past seventeen years, including about these programs, call the D.S.O. Although most families had lies still had canoes. However, the spending a year as a trainer for Peoplesoft building at 954-989-6840, ext. 1224. Mark Purcell more frequently traversed the 1930’s, when every camp had a car and software. Mark was a psychology instruc- Everglades in their canoes to get to the the canoes became derelict, stranded east or west coasts, some went around families in the Everglades with no the coastline at the tip of Florida. They transportation. Often too, during hurri- made the trip at night when the water canes all of the family’s camp goods Seminole was calmer. and foodstuffs blew away or became During hurricane season, the water damaged. When You Need A Reporter Contact… Tribune Seminoles were particularly venerable. Seminole families would know No matter We are here to serve everyone in To combat these major, life-threatening when the big wind “ho-tale-tha-ko” was which reservation Seminole Country. Call or fax informa- Director: Dr. Betty Mae Jumper storms, the elders, notably of the Wind coming. Betty Mae Jumper’s mother, you’re on - if you’re tion to (954) 967-3482 and we will sched- Editor: Virginia Mitchell clan, made strong medicine to change Ada Tiger, told her daughter how to tell in need of a photog- ule a reporter for you. Designers: Melissa Sherman, Stephen Galla the course of a direct hit or to weaken if a storm would be bad. Betty Mae rapher or reporter Brighton freelance photogra- Reporters: Libby Blake, Alexandra Frank the winds. recalled, “She pointed to the dark sky please call The pher/ reporters are Sandi M. Osceola who Archivist: Ernie Tiger The number four is the sacred where the storm seemed to be coming Seminole Tribune can be reached at Contributors: Tommy Benn, Janice Billie, number and is used in the preparation from and she said, ‘We will stand here office at (954) 967- (863) 467-3630, or at E. Bowers, Candy Cypress, of medicine. Four axes are used to and you will know how strong the wind 3416 and we’ll be (863) 801-5021, and Lucy Evanicki, Michael James, make medicine against hurricanes. The is going to be.’ Elizabeth Blake happy to assist you. Tommy Benn at (561) Bob Kippenberger (Photos), axe handles are jammed into the ground ‘I stood with my mother Birthday party, 308-0101. Mark Madrid, Nery Mejicano, Don Osceola, with the blades facing in the direction awhile and finally she pointed towards family reunions, Big Cypress Robin Osceola, Sandi M. Osceola, where the wind would be coming from. a bird way up in the sky. She said, ‘You wedding, baby or photographer/ Gary Padgett, Barbara Secody, The elder then danced and see that bird high in the sky?’ I said bridal showers, you name it, we will reporters are Janice Benny Secody, Brian Vavra, sang medicine songs in the area around ‘yes.’ She said, ‘Well, that bird with the assist at any event Billie, available on Patsy West, Dr. Patricia R. Wickman the axes. Fires were built, and strong forked tail [the Man-of-War bird] is the you are having. her cell phone at (863) medicine was made by blowing smoke one that will tell you how strong the Ask for 447-1312 or at home against the wind, which would slow wind is going to be.’ Virginia Mitchell, Janice Billie (863) 983-8355, and down and turn the big wind from the ‘If that bird is flying low it Editor at (954) 966- Candy Cypress at The Seminole Tribune camps. means the wind will be real strong. 6300, ext. 1265 or (863) 983-6332. is a member of the Native American Specific medicine, which has When the bird is high, like this one, it (954) 967-3416 and Immokalee photographer/ Journalists Association, the Florida the potential to control the weather, is means the wind isn’t going to be she will assign reporters are Benny and Barbara Secody, Press Club and the Associated Press. found in the major medicine bundles. It strong.’ events accordingly and they can be Letters/e-mails to the Editor must be She was right. That storm was- is used in a ceremonial manner coupled to the reporters’ reached at (941) signed and may be edited for publica- with medicine songs and four days of n’t bad. She said this was how our peo- 573-8667. schedules. tion. Subscription rate is $25 per year by fasting on the part of the medicine ple lived through the big winds. By We Tampa maker. This medicine is also used to looking at that bird, the knew if the Alexandra Frank photographer/ mail. Make checks payable to The presently have three Seminole Tribune, 6300 Stirling Rd., change the direction of a hurricane. winds would be strong or not.’ (Excerpt full time reporters reporters are Seminole housing, chickees, from Betty Mae Jumper and Patsy in the department. Ernie Tiger at ext. Gary Padgett, at Hollywood, FL 33024. Phone: (954) are platform houses with roofs thatched West’s new publication, “A Seminole 1261, Elizabeth (Libby) Blake at ext. (863) 621-2811 967-3416. Fax: (954) 967-3482. Or sub- with overlapping palmetto fans. They Legend, the life of Betty Mae Tiger 1267 and Alexandra Frank at ext. 1268. or Mark Madrid scribe on the Internet at www.semino- are floored around two and ½ feet off Jumper now available from University If none of these individuals are at (863) 665- letribe.com the ground to keep the occupants out of Press of Florida, see insert). available we will send a freelance photog- 2201. © Seminole Tribe of Florida the seasonal high water in the rapher/reporter to your function. Ernie Tiger The Seminole Tribune 3 October 19, 2001 Community News v Homebuyer Education Class Held Marriage Ceremony Held For By Alexandra Frank Fee-Simple Land (not Trust Land). Also included Karen Tommie-Two Shoes HOLLYWOOD — Ken Goosens, of the in this section is a sheet for a checklist for loans Home Financing branch of the Seminole Tribe of on Trust Land and a lease to Tribal Realty Office. By Alexandra Frank path. Florida Housing Department, presented the Two sections in the information binder OKLAHOMA — On September 23, at the Ms. Minnie Two Shoes the mother of the Homebuyer Education Class, held in the Tribal covered aspects under the Homebuyer Education. home of Howard Tommie in the city of Shawnee, groom attended along with three of her children. Two headquarters building in the auditorium lobby on Number one dealt with the basics when consider- Oklahoma at 6:30 PM. The marriage ceremony for of her sons participated in the wedding and her Oct. 3. ing buying a home and number two dealt with Wenupa Two Shoes to Karen Tommie took place daughter served as an usher for the family. Mr. Goosens touched on issues such as: purchasing a home. before family and friends, some having traveled as Howard Tommie and Dorothy Tommie were • Basics Both sections gave tips and hints in far away as Montana and Florida. in attendance as well as her brother Clinton Tommie • Service regards to arming one self with information. The wedding was performed behind Mr. who served as an usher and gave his sisters hand • Loan Worksheet Basic’s covered loans, negotiation prices, Tommie’s home and was set on a sloping hill near a away in marriage. • Sample Credit appraisals, inspections, tax exemption, and deduc- lake. The décor was set to autumn colors that com- The reception was held at the Shawnee • Checklists tions on federal income tax, and losses. plemented the surrounding natural setting well. Vases Home Builder’s Association just a half-mile down • Purchasing a Home. The Purchasing a Home section started were filled with water and tea light candles lighted the road from Mr. Tommie’s residence. The couple Each heading covered subjects the home- off with what you will learn. Under this heading the isle with multi colored roses sprinkled on the rode in a horse drawn carriage to the reception much buyer should consider when making a first time were questions a homebuyer must ask himself or to everyone’s delight. purchase. These tips are helpful for Tribal citizens herself such as: What should I do before I start The night was or Tribal employees. The tips benefit Tribal citi- looking for a house? How do I find a house and filled with toasts to the zens who may purchase a home on or off the what should I look for in a house? How do I newly wed couple and reservation. decide what to offer? What should I look for in a their future. There was Mr. Goosens presented a great deal of sales contract. dinner with music pro- knowledge pertaining to the issues of buying a The Purchasing a Home section has other vided by a DJ and a live home. He recounted his experiences with renting information for a homebuyer to consider. performance by Derrick and selling homes. Examples were How Housing Finance Helps, a Native American Mr. Goosens’ experiences help those who Request the Assistance of Housing Finance, and singer. may have questions about certain aspects when it Key Steps for Buying a Home, etc. The event was comes to buying a home. A binder, given to atten- The Purchasing a Home sections also coordinated by Prairie dees, was full of information a buyer could refer gave helpful tips for situations that arise when Sensation who took care to as a guide on various issues they might looking for a home. Some situations and how to of the wedding atten- encounter. deal with them were given. One important issue is dees for the weekend. A Also available were forms homebuyers stress with various tips given to combat this situa- big thank you goes out need to fill out when inquiring about a home. An tion. to this group of hard example was given in the binder. Some examples had headings such as: working people who did Some examples given were: Stresses in Buying, Dealing with Stress. Also their best to meet our A Service Request Form, which is a touched on were tips on loans under the heading needs. request for assistance by the Mortgage and Before You Look. Congratulations Finance Department. Also included in the helpful tips given to the newlyweds, I A form that gives the Housing were Important Features, this covers what a home- hope you find much Department the permission to conduct credit buyer should do before looking at homes, such as happiness in a future bound to be filled with check, also a Notification for Rights of non-Tribal the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, square Presenting Mr. and Mrs. Wenupa Two Shoes, married on September 22, 2001. members on Tribal lands. footage, and proximity to job. love and joy. A Request for Lease Conversion in the Some points a homebuyer should consid- information binder. These forms completely out- er about the neighborhood, such as is it safe and line the rules and regulations a homebuyer is crime free, well maintained, quiet and peaceful, expected to abide by. not declining in value, and are there quality Family Of Jimmy Druitt Osceola And The Loan Work Sheet, which asks the schools? homebuyer about general information such as: These are just some of the questions a Mary Motlow Osceola Plan Reunion personal information, current housing, and hous- homebuyer may want to consider when looking at ing goal. a home and the surrounding area. There are more By Alexandra Frank will start around 10:00 a.m. and dinner is planned Also included under the General questions with answers, tips or suggestions listed HOLLYWOOD — On Sept. 25, at 6:00 for 5:00 p.m. Information section were information sheets enti- under the Purchasing a Home section. p.m., the descendents of Jimmy Druitt Osceola and If you are descendent of Jimmy Druitt tled: Gross Before-Tax Income, Debts, Credit Future classes are under the planning Mary Motlow Osceola gathered at the former Osceola and Mary Motlow Osceola you may want History, and Liquid Savings. stages at the moment. Brighton will be the next Hotmeals building for dinner. They came to plan a to attend the next planning meeting, to be held on Mr. Goosens also covered credit reports reservation visited. Big Cypress will follow after family reunion for the descendents of nine siblings Oct. 29, at the old Hotmeals building in and how they should be read. He went over vari- Brighton has their class and other reservations belonging to the couple. Hollywood. ous aspects that make up a credit report, what the such as Fort Pierce and Immokalee may be incor- Vivian (Osceola) Delgado asked the chil- This date is set to see if some of the lender will look at, and what is needed to get a porated into the Big Cypress and Brighton classes. dren and grandchildren of the honored couple to issues discussed were obtainable and if anyone low interest, high pay out towards a loan. Watch WSBC for further details on come together and share ideas about the possible else has something to add to the current events Mr. Goosens broke down the points sys- upcoming classes or look in the future Seminole location of the event and determine if it should be planned. tem in easy to understand language that any home- Tribune for printed schedules. The classes are for catered by an outside company. If you would like to obtain more informa- buyer can comprehend. Tribal members and Tribal Employees (depending So far, the event will be held at the Big tion or discuss the date, time, or location of the Another important feature available is a on availability of space). Cypress Gymnasium and only dinner will be event, please call Vivian Delgado at (954) 993- Checklist for Loans through Tribal Assistance on catered by an outside company. The organizers 1909. wanted to have local cooks prepare breakfast. Lunch would be more informal, with lunchmeats and cheeses available to those in attendance. The lunch menu was not formalized, and there is still room for suggestions. Other issues were whether to have a bounce house for the kids and games for them to play throughout the day. Also being considered is the local swimming pool and smaller swimming pools set up at the gym for younger chil- dren. SEMINOLE TIKI HUTS Hiring a DJ was suggested, and the family decided to hire one for the daytime only. They also plan to have a photographer on site to take family por- traits and suggested that families bring outfits with patchwork. They also plan to print t-shirts, and discussed the colors (medicine colors were suggested) and what should be • Custom Made Tikis printed on the shirts. A raffle is planned and the family agreed to have a certain 1st American • Wood Decking amount of gifts for the raffle. Betty Osceola wanted to have Tobacco Shop • Patios & Bars the event a week before Thanksgiving • Native American Artifacts because the church she attends will have OPEN 24 HOURS a three-day event during the Thanksgiving weekend. Sensing that 288 Brands transportation may be needed, the family 5791 S State Rd. 7 decided to inquire about Arrow Generics Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314 Limousine, a company owned by (954) 581-8411 Marcellus Osceola, Jr. Canadians The original plan was to have the reunion during Thanksgiving week- DRIVE THRU end, but others felt that maybe some other families would prefer a more private holi- Vivian Delgado. day event. The tentative date for the reunion is Saturday, Nov. 17. The event

Anhinga Indian Silver & Turquoise Trading Post Indian Jewelry Discover Ft. Lauderdale’s Large Selection: Seminole 5791 South State Road 7 (441) Bracelets Skirts Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314 Rings “Native Spirit of America” Jackets Necklaces In an effort to encourage the American Café and Indian arts and crafts are also available. public to get out and visit other areas to help stim- (Regular adult ticket $38.00- child $24.00) Dolls 954-581-0416 ulate our tourism industry and for All-American Special “Native Spirit” offer: 954-581-8411 families affected by the recent attack on our coun- Adults $30.00 - Child $19.00 try. The Seminole Tribe of Florida invites all Fax: 954-316-5003 Americans and visitors to discover the Native Big Cypress Overnight Package Spirit of Big Cypress Everglades Seminole Indian includes: The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and Billie Reservation. Swamp Safari airboats and swamp buggy day and Big Cypress (located on the west side of night Eco tours plus a wildlife show, and a night greater Ft. Lauderdale, off I-75, exit 14, service time campfire story telling show plus your very plaza) is one of America’s finest Native American own Seminole Indian chickee cabin (chickee nature/heritage tourist attractions featuring, the means house in Seminole). Meals available at the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and Billie Swamp Swamp Water Café featuring Everglades and Safari Park. Seminole tourism is offering two Seminole specials like frog legs, alligator, cat fish, packages that are discounted 20 percent off of reg- Indian burgers and fry bread plus Indian tacos and ular prices for the next 60 days, beginning Oct. a standard menu as well. 1st through November 30th, 2001. The two (Regular adult ticket $109.00- child $48.00) Seminole Big Cypress packages are: Special “Native Spirit” offer: Big Cypress Day Package includes: A Adults $87.00 - Child $38.00 tour of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum where you learn the fascinating history of the Seminole Update: Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and Indians through a dramatic five screen presenta- Billie Swamp Safari airboats are also offering two tion, exhibits, living Indian village, one mile for one admissions separate from packages. Just boardwalk, Seminole arts and crafts and more. mention Native Spirit offers at attraction box Next stop, Billie Swamp Safari where you will office. take a thrilling high-speed airboat ride through the Packages available online at, River of Grass and swamp buggy through towering www.SeminoleTours.com or call (305) 257-3737, gardens of palmetto and jungles of cypress ham- or call Museum at (863) 902-1113, Safari at mocks. See alligators, wildlife and the nature of (863)983-6101 for more information. the beautiful Everglades at its best. Swamp Water The Seminole Tribune 4 October 19, 2001 15th Annual InterTribal Agriculture Job Corps Launches Fall Unsung Heroes Council Symposium To Be Held By Timi C Bearden Recruitment Campaign In Florida So what shall we sing? “In Harmony with the A gray filly born March 2001 has Job Corps has launched a fall “By enhancing the program, Everglades through Indian Agriculture” is been donated by San Carlos Apache ID We’ll sing of the Bravery & Pride recruitment campaign to attract more students will learn relevant career skills that you bring. the theme for the upcoming symposium Horse Program to IAC. “Jacks Two students to the newly enhanced training that employers are looking for, and and will feature experts focusing on Dinero” sires the filly. The filly will be Into a burning building with no and education program for young peo- therefore, students will receive jobs regard for your life, details pertaining to the agriculture of the raffled off at this year’s symposium, a ple between the ages of 16 and 24. with greater long-term potential and a Everglades and the Seminole Tribe of Twister Saddle has also been donated by to save someone else’s husband, child The recruitment campaign better future,” said Don Scott, Job and wife. Florida. the Seminole Tribe of Florida. highlights additions made to Job Corps’ Corps regional director. Richard Bowers, IAC President Twister saddle’s of Bonham, career training program. The new pro- Job Corps offers students a Now as you sit by the Creator’s side, extends a personal note of welcome to the Texas are custom made saddle’s popular gram elements are designed to better variety of training opportunities in more fifteenth annual national IAC Symposium to all who ride a horse and are prized pos- and watch as we go to war prepare students for the workplace. than 30 career areas such as carpentry, Worldwide. to be held at the Miccosukee Resort & sessions won at prestigious roping events Students will work with a counselor to culinary arts, business/technology and Convention Center, that this will be a such as the George Strait Team Roping Ask for special blessings while the develop a personalized career develop- health occupations. Students can also flags fly high wonderful time for the Seminole Tribe of Classics and used by World Champions ment plan to guide them throughout earn their GED or high school diploma Florida to share our agriculture with the such as Speed Williams, Tee Woolman and some for those families we know their training. Necessary computer at some locations. Most centers offer will cry. other Indian Tribes. and Tyler Magnus. The raffle tickets for skills, resume writing, employability advanced training at local technical The planning committee has the filly and the saddle will be available; skills and interview skills are taught in schools and community colleges for stu- And know that Infinite Justice will be been busy with the agenda topics and it proceeds will go to the IAC Scholarship the first few weeks of the program. dents who qualify. includes: The State of Florida Agriculture, Program. brought In addition, counselors will A primarily residential pro- to Osoma’s around the world being Market Access Program, Seminole Cattle Mr. Bowers would like to provide support to graduates for one gram funded by the department of Program, Foot and Mouth Disease, Farm encourage the Seminole Tribe of Florida sought. year after their first job placement as Labor, Job Corps provides room and Now tallies show 6,333 are lost, Bill, Birch blade for weed control, members and vendors to get their registra- they adjust to living off-center. The sup- board, meals and medical care at no Organic Solutions for pest control, tion form in early as rooms are getting and what will clean up and restora- port will include additional job place- cost to students. Students enrolled in the tion cost. Banquet, live entertainment and raffles. limited. ment if necessary and guidance to program receive a biweekly living include an array of support services in allowance. But it’s only the beginning as soon we the community, including child care, For more information about will see, Recycle Your Old Electronics! housing and transportation, to encour- joining Job Corps, call (800) 733-JOBS what all comes from this World’s age and help graduates gain independ- or visit the Job Corps Region III Web Tragedy. BROWARD COUNTY — Waste Collection center (North Site: 2780 ent living. site at www.jobcorpsregion3.com. Starting October 13th, a Broward County N. Powerline Road in Pompano Beach; program offering free disposal of elec- South Site: 5601 W. Hallandale Beach tronics for residents will now provide Boulevard in Hollywood) or at the weekly drop-off’s every Saturday at three Broward County Landfill located at U.S. convenient locations. 27 & Sheridan Street. Office of Integrated Waste Acceptable items includes televi- Management is coordinating the program, sions, computers, monitors, keyboards, which focuses on making it convenient external hard-drives, printers, modems, for residents to dispose of unwanted elec- fax machines, copiers, cell phones and Big Cypress tronics such as outdate computers, TV’s, other telecommunication equipment. printers, fax machines and cell phones, in For more information contact an environmentally friendly way that is Jeannie Clinton, Coordinator at (954) Community Center free of charge. 765-4202 ext. 243. By Janice Billie Residents can drop off items BIG CYPRESS ⎯ Big Cypress Youth every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Center reopened in September as the Big Cypress one of the two Household Hazardous Community Center. Formerly under the Juvenile Justice pro- gram, the Center has been taken under the wing of Former Youth center will now be utilized as Community Center. Big Cypress Recreation and Councilman David Hollywood Cypress. Marlin Billie and Jack Gorton are acting 4-H Elects co-directors of the center, whose purpose will become multi-faceted. The center will be open to all community New Officers members, not any particular age group. Classes will be offered in diverse areas such as photography, pot- By Robin Osceola tery making, journalism, frybread cooking, and HOLLYWOOD — video production. Hollywood 4-H is getting Cardio machines will be installed for any- ready for a new year. one interested in fitness training. First run movies Applications are still being will be screened at least once a week. The center accepted for hogs, but space will also be available to host luncheons, meetings is limited. (L-R) Nicole Osceola, Krystle Young, Audrey and ceremonies. New officers for Osceola, Roy Stewart and Mike Doctor, The co-directors are enthusiastic about the 2001/2002 are; President - new direction and purpose of the Big Cypress Roy Stewart, Vice-President Community Center and encourage everyone to come For more information, contact by and visit. For details on classes or events call the - Nicole Osceola, Secretary - Krystle Community children play on new video games. Young, Treasurer - Audrey Osceola and Steve Young at (954) 989-9457 or Robin center at (863) 983-7800. Sargent at Arms - Mike Doctor. Osceola at (954) 792-1213. Dr. Siudmak License OBSTETRICS GYNECOLOGY INFERTILITY Problems?

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Poster Contestant Groups: Winner featured in The Seminole Diabetes And Family Support Group One: Kindergarten, First Grade Tribune. By Alexandra Frank, make your life with Diabetes easier. What are the Group Two: Second Grade, Third Theme: Education - What It Means excerpts from Jeanne important people in your life doing to help you man- Grade, and Fourth Grade To Me. Hatfield, Health Educator age your Diabetes? Be as specific as possible. Do Group Three: Fifth Grade, Sixth Participants: Members of the Diabetes was a word your family and friends help by not eating sweets and Grade, and Seventh Grade Seminole Tribe of Florida, Hollywood I learned at a very young age. junk foods when they are with you? Group Four: Eight Grade, Ninth Reservation, Big Cypress Reservation, Brighton My father’s family had a his- Do they listen and try to understand when Grade, Tenth Grade Reservation, Immokalee Reservation, Tampa tory of Diabetes, so hearing you talk about a problem you are having with your Group Five: Eleventh Grade, Twelfth Reservation and Non-Residents. about someone with Diabetes Diabetes? Do they offer to take walks with you to Grade Contest: Standard poster board size. was not a strange concept. help you get the exercise you need? Media: Collage, Poem with artwork, Knowing someone in the *Identify the ways your family and friends Entries due: At Parent Advisory Painting, Pen and Ink Sketches, WaterColors, family had this disease meant make your life with diabetes harder. Now, think about Committee designated location on or before Mixed Media. they followed a special diet what the important people in your life do that makes it December 27, 2001. Judging: Visual Affect, Creativity, and could not risk getting hurt harder to manage your diabetes. Again, be as specific Dates: Contest begins September 1, Layout/Organization and Copying/Reproduction or cut because the healing process was slow. I was as possible. 2001, Contest ends: December 27, 2001 and will not be judged. told to watch out for broken glass or any other object Do people tempt you with foods you are try- Judging will take place on January 10, 2002. Awards: 1. First Place will receive that could poke a hole in someone’s foot because that ing to resist? Do they get impatient when you need to Three judges selected specific to $100.00, 2. Second Place - $75.00, 3. Third was the worst place. take time for a diabetes-related responsibility? Are reservation/area. Place - $50.00, 4. Honorable Mention - $20.00 As I grew older, I saw why these instructions they unsympathetic when you talk about your frustra- Display: All winners displayed at the plus medallion, 5. Honorable Mention - $20.00 were so important to follow. When I was diagnosed tions with diabetes? Tribal Fair 2002. plus medallion, 6. All non-cash awarded partici- with Diabetes, I began to see that sugar was no longer This list will help you decide what you need All non-winners displayed on specific pants - ribbon “For Participation” an ingredient to be taken for granted. Eating foods to work on with your family and friends to get the reservation/area preferably at the local Tribal with no sugar and watching out for broken glass, or support you need and deserve. Library. any object that can cause a wound, became second *Experiment to get the support you need. nature. Communication is the key to getting the support you Fortunately, having a family who had experi- need. No one can read your mind. To communicate enced Diabetes throughout the years has helped me effectively you should be: cope with this debilitating disease. When we get Specific (this helps people who care about you know together for family events, low-sodium and sugar-free exactly what you need). foods are very important. Positive (telling people what they are doing right and We talk about the new medicines we are tak- saying “I need this” instead of “you aren’t doing this” ing and what types seem to help. We also talk about makes it easier for them to respond). weight loss programs and how some help our goal to Realistic (start with things you know people can do; lose weight, while others only seem to frustrate us. when they succeed, you can build on that success). I am fortunate to have a supportive family, Appreciative (your family and friends will go the knowing that we have each other to turn to when a extra mile when you let them know it’s helping). question or problem arises. Also, being a Tribal citi- Finally, remember that no one can really zen is a plus because we all have known each other understand what it’s like to have diabetes unless they for so long we can turn to each other for help when have it themselves. So, part of the plan for getting the problems arise. support you need might involve joining a diabetes In this segment, Jeanne Hatfield talks about support group. family support, which is very important for the health Call your local diabetes association affiliate and well being of a loved one with Diabetes. She or chapter (American Diabetes Association, Juvenile brings up some very important topics and questions Diabetes Foundation, etc.), or hospitals in the area to that can be asked by the diabetic and even family help you identify such groups. members. The following are some helpful questions The following are her tips, which everyone that you might want to answer to get a better will no doubt find helpful: insight on family support: Diabetes is a family affair. And it involves The things my family and friends are already your friends too. Diabetes touches everyone who lives doing to make my life with diabetes easier are: (Be with, loves or cares for you. And the way they relate specific as possible) to your diabetes can powerfully affect how well you The things my family and friends do that make my care for yourself. life with diabetes harder are: Every person with Diabetes is different, and The practical things I would like my family and so is every family. Some people get the right amount friends to do more often are: of support from the important people in their lives, When it comes to emotional support, the things I need others feel their family and friends are too involved, more often are: and still others feel they don’t get enough support. The first thing I will do, to get more of the support I How do you feel? Are you happy with the need, is ask for: support you get? Do you feel that people close to you I hope some of the questions listed here will have either joined the “Diabetes Police” or gone to the be beneficial to you, your family and friends. other extreme and don’t respect your special needs as Remember, it helps to have support dealing a person with Diabetes? with this disease and know where you can turn to in Here are some tips for identifying your case you do not find it in your circle of family, needs for support and for getting what you need: friends, or even co-workers. 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Young and old Gopher – 509, John Pigeon – 508, Billy Micco – 489, alike enjoyed themselves, playing games, entering David Jumper – 477. contests, eating lots of good food with friends and Seniors – Women 55 and older: Mabel family and bowling, bowling, bowling! Osceola – 521, Rosie Billie – 504, Betty Osceola – After the Hollywood bowling tournament 486, Maydell Osceola – 469, Louise Billie – 455, concluded in the after- Annie Jumper – 430, noon, many of the play- Addie Osceola – 406. ers scrambled home to Due to the late change clothes and start of the tournament, headed for Stardust only one regular game was Lanes in Okeechobee, played - instead of the the place to be if you usual two. The following are an avid bowler. are the scores for the three Louise Billie games beginning with of Big Cypress is one “Regular”, followed by “3- such person. She trav- 6-9” and ending with “No eled from Big Cypress Tap”: to Hollywood for the Regular - Elton The Women’s Clothing Contest contestants lined up to show off brightly colored outfits. tourney there. As soon Shore and Farrah Jones – as it was over, she Barbara Secody 411, Michael and Tommie headed back to Big Micco – 398, Sara Cypress to change David Jumper shows his perfect form. Sampson and Shannon Hollywood Reservation Celebrates clothes before heading Gopher – 398, Danny to Okeechobee for the Tommie and Jeanette evening’s competition. Cypress – 397, Maxie and National Native American Day When it comes to bowling, she is a woman Linda Tommie – 369, Delwin McGowan and Sarah By Alexandra Frank stresses. There were many impressive pieces of with a mission. However, Louise manages to partici- Kirkland – 362, Roger and Diane Smith – 348, Marcie HOLLYWOOD — On September 28, clothing modeled by Tribal citizens. pate in a variety of sports, including pool. She said Osceola and Trisha Wilcox – 342, Mitch Osceola and American Indian Tribes across the United States The day ended with a community dinner, that she recently won first place in the Miccosukee Jennie Johns – 336, John and Mahala Madrigal – 333. observed Native American Day. This holiday is a catered by Scruby’s Barbecue of Hollywood. tournament. Although she attributes her win to luck, 3-6-9 - Marcie Osceola and Oneva Jones – chance for the Tribes to Although the fireworks her friends say that she is just being modest. 436, John Huff, Jr. and Jimi Lu Huff – 413, Johnnie recognize their cultures show was cancelled, The bowling tournament at Okeechobee, Jones and Diane Snow – 412, Shane Buck and through activities and sharing the day with scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m., finally got under way Shannon Gopher - 406, Danny Tommie and Mahala events, held for the their fellow Tribal citizens by 8:00 p.m. The Seminoles took over the entire Madrigal – 405, Kevin Tommie and Wendy Juarez – Tribal citizens. doing fun activities was bowling alley, and there was not a spare lane to be 401, Weems Buck and Sarah Kirkland – 399, Philmon In the Seminole something special in found. Bowers and Amy Waldron – 394, Duane Jones and Tribe, every reservation itself. People of all ages were on hand to either Celeste Osceola – 392, Elton Shore and Joyce Jumper celebrated Indian Day Listed are the bowl or root on their favorite players. Some came just – 383. with rides for children, winners of the tourna- to enjoy the company and share in the spirit of the No Tap - Marcie Osceola and Mary Jo Micco contests, tournaments, ments and contest. evening. Many of the young people spent their time – 463, Delwin McGowan and Arica Buck – 458, and community dinner. Hopefully, next year the in the arcade and the kids enjoyed themselves. Danny Jones and Diane Smith – 444, Merle Billie and This year, the Hollywood weather will be a little From time to time, grand parents were seen Lois J. Smith – 436, Philmon Bowers and Cornelia Reservation residents kinder and tribal citi- digging into their pockets or handbags for quarters, Osceola – 430, Maxie Tommie and Betty Billie – 430, were competed in cultural zens will be able to par- knowing they would be hit up again for more. The Pernell Bert and Patty Snow – 425, Shane Buck and contests and tournaments ticipate in the activities snack bar must have set an all-time record that night Farrah Jones – 424, Elton Shore and Jenny Johns – for bowling, basketball (3 scheduled. for selling the most cheeseburgers, fries and soft 414, Thomas Cypress and Leoma Simmons – 413. on3), and golf. Fry Bread drinks. Congratulations to all the winners, and thanks The weather was Contest: 14-21years: 1st The evening’s tournament featured some of goes to Louise Gopher and her gang for the hard work not very cooperative in Place – Jerome Davis, Seminole’s best bowlers, and although not everyone spent computing scores and figuring winners and the afternoon, a fire- 2nd Place – Mercedes went home with a first place prize, many turned in prizes. works display was sched- Osceola, 3rd Place – outstanding scores for the event. uled to be the final event, Ashley Wilcox. 22-45 but the rain put a damper years: 1st Place – on this annual event that Barbara Billie, 2nd has become a favorite of Place – Donna Turtle. the Hollywood reserva- 46 years and up: 1st Fort Myers Indian Day Bowling tion residents. The Kids Place – Maydell By Libby Blake McCowan/Celeste Osceola 270. Carnival Rides, usually Osceola, 2nd Place – FORT MYERS — The Big Cypress and 3-6-9: 1st place – Elton Shore/Lenora set up on the recreation Betty Osceola, 3rd Immokalee Recreation Departments hosted an all- Roberts 426, 2nd place – Delwin McCowan/Steela grounds, were also can- Place – Vivian Delgado. Indian bowling tourna- Robadeaux 390, 3rd place – celled, due to the weather. Arts & Crafts ment at Galaxy Lanes Danny Tommie/Farrah Jones Hollywood resi- Contest: Youth-40 during the National 386, 4th place – Amos dents were able to partici- years: 1st Place - Oliver Indian Day celebration. Billie/Celeste Osceola 380, 5th pate in various cultural Wareham, 2nd and 3rd The tournament direc- place – George contests such as the Fry Place – Twila Billie. 45 tors were David Billie - Micco/Lorraine Posada 375, Bread Contest, held for years and up: For 1st Immokalee Recreation 6th place – Raymond ages 14 years old and up and 2nd Place - Maggie Assistant Director, Garza/Alfreda Muskett 360, to senior citizen status. Austin Billie participated in the Log Peeling Osceola, 3rd Place – Maria Billie – 7th place (tie) – Albert A Log Peeling Contest that challenges speed and skill. Betty Osceola. Immokalee Youth Snow/Virginia Billie and Contest, Seminole Children’s Program Coordinator, David Billie/Jeanette Cypress Clothing Contest and an Clothing Contest: 1st Marciano Calderon, and 336. Arts & Crafts Contest were also held. These contests Place - Dasani Cypress, 2nd Place – Skyler Sayen, Libby Blake. No Tap: 1st place – Elton also had age divisions from 14 years old to senior 3rd Place – Brant Sayen. Women’s Clothing The four-game Shore/Jeanette Cypress 450, citizens. Contest: 1st Place – Mary Tiger, 2nd Place – Judy format got underway at L. Blake 2nd place – Amos The contests, held near the Hollywood Jones, 3rd Place ended in a tie: Maggie Osceola and 1 p.m. with ten men and Billie/Lorraine Posada 412, Softball field, attracted many by-standers and partic- Dorothy Tucker. Men’s Clothing Contest: 1st Place twelve women compet- 3rd place – Delwin ipants. Family members were on hand, encouraging – Cornelia Osceola, 2nd Place - Virginia Osceola, ing for the top seven Alfreda Muskett and Albert Snow. McCowan/Sarah Kirkland 404, 3rd Place - Denise Osceola (mod- places in each game. A 4th place – Albert Snow/Steela eled for Jenny Doctor). flip of the coin deter- Robadeaux 399, 5th place – The winner’s in the 3 on mined who would be the “pseudo” male when the George Micco/Wendy Juarez 388, 6th place – Danny 3 Basketball Tournament for the tournament directors decided to allow the two women Tommie/Mary Koenes 357, 7th place – Rylan Men’s Team: Tyrell Osceola’s without partners for the event to bowl as a “team.” Kirkland/Celeste Osceola 353. Team – Tyrell, Pete, and Booger. Mary Tigertail won, or “lost”, depending on one’s Scotch Doubles: 1st place – Albert For the Women’s Team: Virginia’s point of view, and was designated the male bowler. Snow/Alfreda Muskett 246, 2nd place – Amos Team – Virginia, Mercedes, and Regular, 3-6-9, No Tap, and Scotch Doubles Billie/Mary Jo Micco 190, 3rd place – Danny Tasha. games were bowled as the Tommie/Virginia Billie 182, The winner’s in the men drew for new partners 4th place – Elton Lumber Jack Log Peeling Contest: after each game. The top Shore/Wendy Juarez 181, for ages 14-21 in the Women’s seven, with combined 5th place – David category – 1st Place-Lila Osceola, scores, in each match were Billie/Lenora Roberts 164, 2nd Place Kristy Motlow, 3rd as follows: 6th place – Delwin Place-Ashley Wilcox. Regular: 1st McCowan/Jeanette Cypress The winner’s for ages place – David Billie/Mary 162, 7th place – George 14-21 in the Men’s category – 1st Koenes 361, 2nd place – Micco/Mary Koenes 154. Place-Tyrell Osceola, 2nd Place- Danny Tommie/Jeanette Raffles were held for three Austin Billie, Leon Wilcox. Cypress 337, 3rd place – bowling balls and three The winner’s for ages Amos Billie/Alfreda bags. Winners of a new 22-48 in the Women’s category – Muskett 334, 4th place – bowling ball were Celeste The Arts & Crafts Contest brought out some of the best work from 1st Place-Virginia Osceola, 2nd Hollywood Reservation residents. Albert Snow/Wendy Juarez Osceola, John Osiff and Place-Bonnie Motlow. The win- 310, 5th place – Elton L. Blake Mary Tigertail. Bag winners ner’s for ages 22-48 in the Men’s Shore/Farrah Jones 302, were Danny Tommie, their brother, mother, sister, aunt, uncle, or grandpar- category – 1st Place-Richard Osceola, 2nd Place- 6th place – George Jeanette Cypress and Sarah ent in the contests. Milo Osceola, 3rd Place-Jerry Micco. Micco/Steela Robadeaux Elton Shore and Lenora Roberts. Kirkland. The Fry Bread Contest was very popular, The winner’s for ages 46-Senior category 297, 7th place – Delwin especially in the youth division for 14-21 years. in the Women’s category – 1st Place-Juanita Many young people were simply following orders, Osceola, 2nd Place-Elsie Willie, 3rd Place Shirley shouted by their mothers or aunts. Some had never Clay. The winner for ages 46-Senior in the Men’s made or cooked fry bread in their lives. category – for 1st Place and the only winner-Joe Another event that was well attended by Dan Osceola. Tribal citizens was the Clothing Contest. It was apparent from the beautiful clothing that sewing brings out the artist in many of the Tribal seam- Indian Day Continued from page 1

In singles the winners were: 1st place, Roger Billie, 2nd place, Kenny Tommie, 3rd place, Rudy Osceola and 4th place, Billy Marks. In the women’s singles, Elmira Billie took 1st, Nadine Bowers 2nd, and Evelyn Bowers placed 3rd. The log peeling winners of the day were: (men) Ronnie Billie, 1st place, Roger Billie, 2nd place, and Lonnie Billie, 3rd place. On the women’s side, Janice Osceola placed 1st, Jennifer Billie, 2nd place and Janice Billie, 3rd place. Kenny Tommie was the only entrant in frybread cooking, so it was an easy win for him. In the women’s category it was Beverly Osceola, Jennifer Billie, and Caroline Osceola. There was also a winner in the youth category. The day finished with a spirited bingo game. It was fun, the only problem was Leroy King kept winning! He won at least three games in a row and another later on. How lucky can you get in one session? Ultimately, it was a great day of fun, games, food, and positive community spirit. Maydell Osceola won 1st Place in the Fry Bread Contest. The Seminole Tribune 9 October 19, 2001 Sports v Ham-pa-leesh-ke v Vkkopvnkv 3rd Annual Mary R. Tiger Memorial 8-Ball Shootout Senior Bowlers Compete In Ft. Myers By Libby Blake By Barbara Secody MIAMI — Pool players from FT. MYERS — Trail, Hollywood, Big Cypress, Brighton On Sept. 24, 12 seniors and Naples converged on the Miccosukee from the Hollywood, Big Sports Dome Sept. 21 – 22 for the 3rd Cypress and Brighton reser- Annual Mary R. Tiger Memorial 8-Ball vations competed several Shootout. bowling tournaments at Terry Willie sponsored the annu- Galaxy Lanes al all-Indian event, in honor of his late While waiting for sister, Mary R. Tiger. Willie provided all the Hollywood crew to of the prize money for the senior and arrive, the others got in adult 8-ball divisions, and the added some practice shots, played money for the scotch doubles and 9-ball pool, and enjoyed a deli- events. (Entry fees were required for the cious catered lunch of doubles and 9-ball.) Willie also provided chicken wings and sliced all of the food and drinks for the com- hoagie sandwiches. Barbara Secody pletely drug and alcohol-free tournament. It seemed like the Mary R. Tiger died in 1995 after tournament was doomed an automobile accident. Willie has held L. Blake from the start, when George Betty Osceola shows her unique style. the tournament for the last three years as a Grasshopper was sidelined and taken to the hospital. tribute to her memory. 8-Ball Women finalists L/R: Annie Jumper, Janel Billie, Arica Buck, Connie The action began on Friday with Marie and David Billie were able to David Jumper – 221, Jimmy Hank the senior singles division. Ten senior Williams and Carlene Osceola. step in and did a great job of handling Osceola – 156, Johnny Tucker – 111, women and 19 senior men in one game, all of the preparations, drawings, and Eugene Bowers – 179. double elimination 8-ball play. The men score keeping for the group. Once the Women’s 3-6-9: Mary Bowers and women then teamed up for scotch undefeated to take first place. Billie/Annie Jumper, 4th place – Russell Hollywood folks arrived, after much – 160, Alice Sweat – 159, Louise Billie doubles competition under the same for- Other finishers among the men, Osceola/Juanita Osceola. good-natured bantering among the – 125, Ruby Osceola – 142, Sara mat. in order from second to fifth place, were Saturday’s play featured 30 players, the games began. Sampson – 114, Jennie Johns – 202, Play went on late into night as Harley Jumper, Joe Junior Billie, Mitchell women and 53 men in singles competi- Four games were bowled, and Mabel Osceola – 178, Betty Osceola – everyone tried their best to take one of the Cypress and George Grasshopper. The tion, 33 teams in scotch doubles, and 16 it was every man (and woman) for 118, Annie Jumper – 132, Cornelia top five payout positions in singles and lady winners were Alice Sweat, Annie women and 31 men in 9-ball play. The themselves. Before and during the Osceola – 155, Maydell Osceola – 151, the top four spots in doubles. Jumper, Juanita Osceola, and Jenny Johns. singles and doubles events followed the games, drawings were held for prizes, Addie Osceola – 152. Top finishers in the Seniors Seniors Scotch Doubles: 1st same format as on Friday. 9-ball was a which included three bowling balls and Men’s 3-6-9: Billy Micco – Singles were Jimmy Bert, who had to place – George Grasshopper/Delores race-to-three, double elimination event. three bowling-ball bags. 168, Alan Jumper – 182, Moses fight back from the loser’s bracket after Jumper, 2nd place – Keno King/Esther There was no age limit for any of the The winners of the drawings Osceola – 174, Joe Billie, Jr. – 150, an early loss, and Louise Billie, who went Buster, 3rd place – Joe Junior divisions and several of the older youth were: bowling ball- Mabel Osceola, Jimmy Hank Osceola – 158, Johnny from Immokalee tried their hand in taking Alan Jumper and Billy Micco (who Tucker – 145, Eugene Bowers – 180. out their elders. gave his winning ticket to Mary Jo. Women’s Regular: Mary 8-ball: Men: 1st place – George What a guy!). Bags- Maydell Osceola, Bowers – 136, Alice Sweat – 150, Grasshopper, 2nd place – Robin Buster, David Jumper and Ruby Osceola. Louise Billie – 72, Ruby Osceola – 3rd place – Woody Wilson, 4th place – With 12 women bowlers and 134, Sara Sampson – 113, Jennie Johns Shane Buck, 5th place – Tony Billie. only eight men, once the games were – 118, Mabel Osceola – 180, Betty Women: 1st place – Annie Jumper, 2nd over, the men had to sit around and Osceola – 170, Annie Jumper – 108, place – Janel Billie, 3rd place – Arica wait for the ladies before they could Cornelia Osceola – 166, Maydell Buck, 4th place – Connie Williams, 5th leave. Everyone had a good time, but Osceola – 157, Addie Osceola – 118. place – Carlene Osceola DiCarlo. the top winners had the best time, Men’s Regular: Billy Micco Scotch Doubles: 1st place – walking away with a nice cash prize for – 135, Alan Jumper – 138, Moses George Grasshopper/Theresa Boromei, their efforts. Osceola – 142, Joe Billie, Jr. – 124, 2nd place – Tony Billie/Janel Billie, 3rd Scores for the four games beginning David Jumper – 171, Jimmy Hank place – O.B. Osceola Jr./Louise Jim, 4th with the first regular game were as fol- Osceola – 148, Johnny Tucker – 107, place – Terry Willie/Doreen Osceola, 5th lows: Eugene Bowers – 187. place – Jimmy Bert/Nina Frias. Women’s Regular: Mary Women’s Total Scores: Mabel 9-ball: Men, 1st place – Boogie Bowers – 145, Alice Sweat – 111, Osceola – 665, Mary Bowers – 641, Nunez, 2nd place – Tony Billie, 3rd place Louise Billie – 122, Ruby Osceola – Ruby Osceola – 601, Jennie Johns – 587, Alice Sweat – 578, Cornelia L. Blake – Ralph Sanchez, 4th place – Elrod 130, Sara Sampson – 95, Jennie Johns Bowers. Women, 1st place – Virginia – 113, Mabel Osceola – 149, Betty Osceola – 567, Betty Osceola – 558, Billie, 2nd place – Theresa Boromei, 3rd Osceola – 125, Annie Jumper – 156, Maydell Osceola – 544, Addie Osceola Sr. Men finalists congratulate Jimmy Bert, center with jacket, on taking first place. place – Linda Billie, 4th place – Doreen Cornelia Osceola – 124, Maydell – 534, Annie Jumper – 512, Sara Osceola. Osceola – 113, and Addie Osceola – Sampson – 449, Louise Billie – 431. 121. Men’s Total Scores: Eugene Men’s Regular: Billy Micco – Bowers – 713, David Jumper – 664, 113, Alan Jumper – 84, Moses Osceola Moses Osceola – 624, Jimmy Hank – 140, Joe Billie, Jr. – 142, David Osceola – 597, Alan Jumper – 585, Joe Summer Pool League Final Standings Jumper – 122, Jimmy Hank Osceola – Billie, Jr. – 545, Billy Micco – 541, 135, Johnny Tucker – 93, Eugene Johnny Tucker – 461. By Libby Blake losses) Captain Bowers - 167. The bowlers were already talk- IMMOKALEE — Oct. 1 was Maria Billie (7 Women’s No Tap: Mary ing about the upcoming Indian Day the end of the Immokalee Summer Pool avg.), David Billie Bowers – 200, Alice Sweat – 158, tournaments being held in Hollywood League. Teams were recognized and (8), Raymond Louise Billie – 112, Ruby Osceola – and Brighton on Friday. These people rewarded for their play during the nine- Mora (8), Tommy 195, Sara Sampson – 127, Jennie Johns are true athletes, and are fierce com- week league. The final positions were Benson (8), sub – 154, Mabel Osceola – 158, Betty petitors when it comes to their bowling decided after the position round, held on Marciano Calderon Osceola – 145, Annie Jumper – 116, games. Sept. 24. (7). Cornelia Osceola – 122, Maydell However, everyone is also a “Table Shakers” came out on top 4th place Osceola – 123, Addie Osceola – 143. good sport and has a good time play- with 34 wins and only 6 losses. Team cap- – “ Seminoles” (23 Men’s No Tap: Billy Micco – ing. Stay tuned for more bowling tain O.B. Osceola Jr. quipped, “Was there wins/22 losses) 125, Alan Jumper – 181, Moses results! ever any doubt?” Players included regu- Captain Tony Osceola – 168, Joe Billie, Jr. – 121, lars Dale Grasshopper, Neil Martin, Glen Billie (9), Randy Olson, and substitutes J.P. Strapponi, Clay (9 with one Donnie Lankton and Michelle Osceola. 10-zip), Joe Junior

Martin finished the season with a Billie (8), Janel L. Blake leaving No Names to take 3rd place. perfect “10” average and a total of two Billie (6), sub Tigertail Brighton Recreation (women) defeated the Miccosukee Women, ERO’s (Eight Run Outs). Osceola Jr., Carlene Osceola Continued from page 1 Olson, and Lankton finished with a “9” (6). “Seminoles” Tony Billie, Randy Clay, Joe Junior Billie and advancing to the finals and Miccosukee average. Olson scored four ERO’s and 5th place Janel Billie placed first in tournament, fourth in league. way at 6 p.m. in front of a sizeable placing 3rd. three 10-zips and Osceola Jr. scored one – “ 4 Aces” (22 crowd. Despite the rains that came The championship game for 10-zip and one ERO. wins/23 losses) down continuously throughout the the men pitted Brighton Recreation Strapponi finished with an “8” Captain George Grasshopper (8), David Captain Michael Onco (7), Keno King evening, the teams and attendees against the Trail Renegades. The average, Grasshopper with a “7” and M. Cypress (9), Raymond Garza (10), (7), Victor Billie (6), Miriam Colon (6), arrived in good spirits. Minnie, along Renegades won with a 67-47 final Osceola with a “4”. Virginia Billie (8), subs David Bowers subs Frank Wells (7), Harley Roberts (7), with family and friends, offered up score, staying undefeated throughout Second place went to “Rez (8), Juanita Osceola (9), Joseph Alvira Muskett (7). cooked meals and snacks for everyone. the tournament. Runners,” captained by Connie Williams, Grasshopper (7), Mike Alvarado (7). 9th place – “B.C.” (15 wins/30 The women’s teams were: B.C. The members of the champi- with 27 wins and 18 losses. 6th place – “Abel’s” (21 wins losses) Captain Cicero Osceola (6), Ladies, B.C. Jazzers, Miccosukee onship winning team were: John Players included Lonnie Billie, and 24 losses) Captain Abel Salgado (10), Charlie Cypress (8), Jason Grasshopper Women, Brighton Recreation, Lady Osceola, Glen Osceola, Gary Sanders, Geneses Osceola and Angel Cintron. Martin Garcia (8), Roberto Martinez (10), (6), Linda Billie (5), sub Louise Billie (7). Redskins, Brighton Women, Trail Girls, Tyrell Osceola, Amos Huggins, and Osceola ended the season with an “8” Esther Buster (6), subs Matthew Otero (Eighth and ninth places were and Lady Seminoles. Michael Osceola. average, Citron with a “7”, and Williams (6), Gina Pritchett (6), Salvador Cano (9), determined by the number of individual On the men’s teams were Trail On the women’s side, Lady and Billie with a “6”. Alphonso Alvarado (7), Brenard Robbins games won in position night competition.) No Names, Rugrats, Renegades, B.C. Seminoles kept their tournament record The rest of the standings, with (7). Pay-outs from 1st to 9th places were Men, Players, Bad Company, Brighton undefeated by beating Brighton wins and losses in parentheses, team 7th place – “Shizznits” (19 $1200, $1000, $800, $600, $500, $400, Recreation. Recreation 55-30. Members of this members and stats were as follows: wins/26 losses) Captain Ralph Sanchez $200, $100 and $80 respectively. On the first evening were three dominating team were: Amy, Francine 3rd place – “Playaz” (24 wins/21 (9), Roy Cantu (9), Mario Posada (8), Winter league is tentatively men’s games and three women’s games. Osceola, Virginia Osceola, Shirley Clay, Libby Blake (6), scheduled to start Oct. 29. Contact Big With past tournament records in mind Danielle Jumper, Tasha Osceola and sub Gabino Garcia Cypress or Immokalee Recreation for and a wealth of talent on display, the Mercedes Osceola. (7). details on format to be used and official Trail Renegades were the team to beat. It was an excellent tournament 8th place – “8- start date. On the women’s side B.C. with an atmosphere of fierce competi- Ball Players” (15 Ladies, Miccosukee Women, and Lady tion tempered by positive attitudes of wins/30 losses) Redskins all advanced in the winners sportsmanship. Big Cypress bracket. When the schedule of games Recreation’s, Jack Gorton was pleased resumed on Saturday morning, the com- to showcase the upgrade of the Herman petition heated up. The Lady Seminoles Osceola Gym. The new lighting and got their first win and teams in the los- repainted waxed courts gave the facility Pool League Holds ers bracket battled for their lives. a handsome look. By 10:30 p.m. Saturday night, Minnie came up to present the Tournament it had come down to three men’s teams 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners with and three women’s teams. Brighton sweaters, jackets and sports equipment By Libby Blake Recreation (men) beat the Trail No bags, concluding the evening and the L. Blake IMMOKALEE — The Immokalee VNEA Pool Names, advancing to the finals and tournament. League held a tournament on Sept. 13. The ‘end of league event’ was held early due to time constraints imposed by “TableShakers” started league in first and wouldn’t let go. planned activities already in place on the weekend follow- L/R: J.P Strapponi, Dale Grasshopper, Glen Olson and O.B. ing the last night of scheduled league play, Sept. 24. Osceola Jr. All nine teams in the league, along with anyone who had subbed on any team, were eligible to play in the double-elimination, scratch contest. Big Cypress and Immokalee Recreation programs sponsored the tournament. Coming out in first place, and taking home $1,200, were the undefeated Seminoles captained by Tony Billie. Team members included Randy Clay, Joe Junior Billie and Janel Billie. Second place and $800 went to the Table Shakers team. Captained by O.B. Osceola Jr., Table Shakers battled their way back to the finals after suffering a loss in the first round to the Seminoles. Team members included Dale Grasshopper, Glen Olson and J.P. “Jack” Strapponi. Third place, along with $600, went to the 4 Aces captained by George Grasshopper. Team members included David Cypress, Virginia Billie and Raymond Garza. L. Blake Congratulations to all the teams and players who made the league a success. Watch for flyers or contact Big Cypress or Immokalee Recreation about the starting date “4 Aces” Raymond Garza, Virginia Billie, David Cypress and for the winter league. George Grasshopper. The Seminole Tribune 10 October 19, 2001 Seminole Golfers Putt Around Ft. Myers By Barbara Secody FT. MYERS — Well, Tiger Woods or Arnold Palmer weren’t there, but 10 Seminole golfers came to play for the big bucks! Five teams from Hollywood, Big Cypress and Immokalee reservations met at the Ft. Myers Country Club on Sept. 28 to play in the Indian Day golf tournament. As they say, the early bird gets the worm, and these guys were already out on the green by 9:00 a.m., ready to conquer the first of the 18 holes awaiting them. The five teams were: Moses Jumper, Jr. and Charles Fry, Charlie Cypress and Joe Frank, Jason Grasshopper and Max Tommie, Josh Jumper and Leroy King, and Cicero Osceola and Alan

Jumper. Frank Marrero from Broadcasting was on L. Blake hand to videotape the day’s events. Each team shared a golf cart as they “TableShakers” L/R: Steve Knoll, Claude Marrier, Glen Olson, Corey Penrod and Dan Briggs. moved through the course, stopping just long enough to make their shots and move on. The guys all seemed to be having fun, and were even observed bird watching, which was actually a group effort to locate a ball that “just went straight Pre-Bahamas Shootout Held In Immokalee

up!” Barbara Secody By Libby Blake around for 9-ball. As several gazed up in the trees, others IMMOKALEE – On Sept. 29, nearly 100 Adam Sanchez, a local Epicurean, pulled out did their best to help – trying their hardest to keep men and women turned out for the annual Pre- the big smoker barbecues to provide the hungry the grins off their faces. After all, this type of thing Bahamas Shootout, scheduled for Oct. 5 –7 in shooters with a choice of chicken, ribs, or pork loin probably happens all the time to guys like Tiger Freeport, Grand Bahamas. dinners throughout the day and well into the night. and Arnold, you just don’t hear about it. Four! The tournament, sponsored each year by Big Prize monies were paid from entry fees col- Finally, once they had completed the final Cypress Recreation and Councilman David Cypress, lected in each division. Winners in each division hole, the scores were computed. The winners is a warm-up for the Valley National Eight-Ball were: emerged as follows: the team of Charlie Cypress Big and Charlie Fry took fourth place with Association (VNEA) sanctioned Bahamas event. Open Team: 1st place – “Table Shakers” and Joe Frank took first place with a 67. Second their total of 83. Cicero Osceola and Alan Jumper Play started at 1:00 p.m. with the team com- Glen Olson, Corey Penrod, Steve Knoll, Dan Briggs place was taken by Jason Grasshopper and Charlie came in with a fifth place win and scored 90. petition. Teams were divided into five-person open and Claude Marrier; 2nd place – “Naples” Stan Cypress, with a combined total of 77. Each team took home prize money for and three-person all-women divisions. Singles com- Dancer, Steve Frost, Tommy Jenkins, Andy Tennent Third place was awarded to Leroy King their efforts, and should have felt guilty for getting petition followed and continued into the wee hours and Doug Smith; 3rd place – “Top Guns” Tim Crews, and Josh Jumper, who missed out on the second paid for having soooooo much fun. But that’s what for both the men and the women in 8-ball and 9-ball Rich Schau, Frank Strain, Dale Breland and Chris place win by only one point, scoring 78. Indian Day is all about, a day to laugh and have play. Machuga; 4th place – “Sharpshooters” Woody fun with friends and family, and reflect on how Fourteen open and 7 women’s teams com- Wilson, Chris Guasp, Jay Guasp, Javier Chirino and lucky and proud you are to be a Seminole. peted. Forty-nine men and twenty women stayed on Raul Alvarez; 5th place – “No Mercy” Steve Herbert, to compete in singles 8-ball. Due to the late hour, Willie McBride, Jose Martinez, Terri Kelley and only twenty-seven men and eleven women were still Shawn Jones. Women Team: 1st place – “Chix with Stix” Cathy Phillips, Sherri Jackson and Kia Davis; 2nd place – “CVT” Vicky Parsons, Teresa McConnell and Carol Stewart; 3rd place – “Different Strokes” Theresa Boromei, Peggy Nunez and Charlene Haynes; 4th place – “Elisha’s” Elisha Huson, Krissy Zack and Angela Zonta. 8-Ball Men: 1st place – Steve Frost, 2nd place – Tim Crews, 3rd place – Andy Tennent, 4th place – Steve Dancer, 5th place – Doug Smith. 8-Ball Women: 1st place – Terri Kelley, 2nd place – Peggy Nunez, 3rd place – Kia Davis, 4th place – Jody Watson. 9-Ball Men: 1st place – Stephen (no last name), 2nd place – Rich Schau, L. Blake 3rd place – Glen Olson. 9-Ball Women: 1st place – Theresa Boromei, 2nd place – Charlene Haynes, 3rd place – Terri Barbara Secody “Chix w/Stix” went undefeated to take top place honors. Kelley. Motown Boyz Place Second In Bahamas Shootout Charles Fry tries to make his putt. Cicero Osceola can't believe he made his shot. By Libby Blake FREEPORT, GRAND BAHAMAS — The Motown Boyz pool team, from Immokalee, finished second in the “B” division at the 9th Annual Bahamas Shootout, held Oct. 5 – 7 at the Bahamia Resort and Casino. The Playaz team, also from Immokalee, finished fifth in the same division. Only the top four positions received trophies and a cash prize. Team Seminoles failed to place in the “A” divi- sion and were not eligible for “B” divi- sion play. The Bahamas Shootout is an annual Valley National Eight-Ball Association (VNEA) sanctioned event, hosted by the Grand Bahamas charter holder Paul Sands. The Motown Boyz took first place in the “B” division in 1999. The L. Blake Playaz brought home third place in 2000. “Motown Boyz” show off their trophy for second place. Team Seminole placed 7th in “A” division in 2000. L/R: Isaac Rodriguez, Roy Garza, Raymond Mora, David The international event drew Billie and Dolores Glymp. players from the U.S., Canada, the Bahamas and Bermuda this year. Single None of the Tribe-sponsored players placed elimination 8-ball singles for both men and women in the singles events. were also held. The Motown Boyz players were David This year, the singles events registered a Billie, Roy Garza, Raymond Mora, Isaac Rodriguez record 150 men and 52 women entries, despite the and Dolores Glymp from Phenix City, AL. Glymp, recent terrorists attacks in the U.S. on Sept. 11. who placed third in the singles women competition, Thirty open teams started “A” competition was allowed to join the team after Mario Posado with the first 14 teams to lose two games in a row failed to make the trip. moved to the “B” division. The Playaz were Maria Billie, Roy Cantu, Eighteen women teams competed. A 15 Juan Salinas, Marciano Calderon and Libby Blake. game, double-elimination format was followed for The Seminoles were Tony Billie, Joe Junior open teams, while the women used a nine game, dou- Billie, Neil Martin, Bully and Jaime from Naples. ble-elimination format. Paula’s Furniture

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MENTION YOU SAW THIS AD AND RECEIVE A EVERYTHING FOR YOUR COUNTRY HOME ALSO SAVING YOU MONEY 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR NOT SO COUNTRY HOME WE DELIVER The Seminole Tribune 11 October 19, 2001 O.B. Osceola Hosts Pool Tournament By Libby Blake NAPLES — Newly appointed Naples Council Representative O. B. Osceola Jr. hosted the 1st Annual Southwest Florida Open 9-Ball Tournament the weekend of Aug. 11 – 12 at Art’s Place in Naples. The inaugural event drew both professional and amateur players from around the country including Hall of Fame members Buddy Hall and Ray Martin and the number one ranked player in the world Corey Deuel. Hall, 56, of Tampa, who rolled undefeated throughout the tournament, and Martin play on Steve Mizerak’s Senior Pro Tour. Both are committed to play in Biloxi, MS in early November L. Blake when the Seminole Tribe sponsors the cir- cuit’s kick-off tournament. “I got all the rolls in the final 1st Place Winner Buddy Hall with O.B. Osceola, Jr. match,” said Hall, who beat Orlando’s Luis Viera 13 –7 in the championship match. “I played good, but I got all the New York’s George Sansouci, Montreal’s Claude breaks, too. That’s the way it works sometimes.” Marrier, Florida State Champion Mario Cruz of Viera, who Hall had knocked into the Miami, and Crosby. loser’s bracket 11 –1 earlier Sunday, turned up the Joey Korsiak, of Long Island, NY, along heat handily defeating England’s Tony Crosby 11 –1, with Naples’ Neil Martin, Fort Lauderdale’s Chad Naples’ Glen Olson and Bradenton’s Will Bilbrey 11 Tavnier, and Tampa’s Rob Melrose finished in 13th – –4, before sneaking past St. Petersburg’s Richard 16th positions. Broumpton 11 –9. In the loser’s bracket finals, Viera Deuel, 23, of Columbus, Ohio, won the beat Tampa’s Riche Richeson 11 -10 in one of the BCA Open – one of the sport’s major events – and closest competitions of the day. went on to win the Sands Regency Tournament in Third place finisher Broumpton, formerly Reno, which put him in the No. 1 spot in the world from Manchester, England – home of women’s pro rankings for the first time. Allison Fisher, eliminated the top ranked Deuel forc- Still, Deuel said he’s like to make more of a ing him to settle for a 5th place tie with Bilbrey. mark on the sport. “Someday I’d like to be like Tying for 7th was Olson and New York’s Minnesota Fats or Steve Mizerak or Willie Frankie Hernandez. Ninth through 12th place went to Mosconi,” he told Naples Daily News reporter Ron Hartman. “I’d like for people to know who I am and to associate my name with the game of pool.” Also an avid golfer, Deuel says he is considering moving to the Naples area in the very near future. “I really like it down here. The weather’s great and I love to play golf, too.” In fact, Deuel almost had to for- feit his first match on Saturday because he was trying to get in nine holes that morning. Art Smith, owner of Art’s Place, co-sponsored the event with Osceola. John Ditore was Tournament Director. Two of his employees from the Florida Pro Tour, Dan Sanders and Josi Jose, ran the brackets. “All in all, I think this was a great event. The number of players of this caliber all in one place is a first for the Naples’ area. And the crowds were great, too. I think everyone had a very good time – the play- ers, the audience, and the tournament peo- ple,” said Osceola. “I hope to make this an O.B. Osceola, Jr. with 2nd Place Winner Luis Viera. annual event and the success of this first event certainly encourages me.” Hollywood Cowboy Profile: Roy Charles Stewart By Robin Osceola HOLLYWOOD — Roy Charles Stewart, the youngest of six Stewart children, began rodeoing at the age of six. Now eleven, he is mastering steers and trying his luck at the broncs. Roy’s many accomplishments include seven belt buckles from rodeo competitions, 2001 Reserve Champion for 4-H swine competition along with a first place ribbon. This year Roy was also elected President of the 4-H Club. When not competing in rodeo, Roy also competes in baseball, football, basketball, and wrestling. Roy is a member of the Hollywood Horse Club, Eastern Indian Rodeo Association (EIRA), Florida Junior Rodeo Association (FJRA), and a student at the Hollywood Chickee Church School. His mom, Nettie Stewart, says Roy does well in all sports, and tries to attend all his events. The community and his parents are very proud of Roy and his accomplish- ments. Cowboy Roy displays one of awards. Seminole Halloween Schedules Brighton Reservation Friday, October 26 at the gymnasium starting at 10:30 a.m. the Preschool Program children will have their Halloween Carnival. Tuesday, October 30, 5:30 p.m. at the ball field area there will be the Brighton Carnival for the community. Wednesday, October 31 beginning at 10:30 a.m. there is going to be an Employee Costume Party at the field office. And that evening a community trick or treating. Hollywood Reservation Wednesday, October 31 the Preschool Program students will be trick or treating at the auditorium lobby at 9:30 a.m. Followed by the senior citizens costume contest starting at 10:00. Then at noon there will be a employee costume contest along with October babies luncheon. Wednesday, October 31 Fall Festival begins at 4 p.m. at the gymnasium. Catered dinner by Scruby’s BBQ at 5 p.m. 4-H will raffle a boom box and 50/50 tickets to raise monies for year-end festivities. Preschool Programs will be raffling off a television and bicycles. Pie Eating Contest to be held after cos- tume contests. Costume Contests will start promptly at 6 p.m., Pumpkin Carving Contest will be judged earlier that day, pumpkins given out prior to students and elders. Parent Advisory Committee will have a booth for Polaroid Buttons, Ring Toss and CakeWalk. Parents plan to assist in donations and volunteer time at booths. Tampa Reservation Wednesday, October 31 - Community Halloween Party, starting at 1:00 p.m. location TBA. Call Field Office for further information. Big Cypress Reservation Friday, October 26 - Festivities will be held at the ball field with department booths and costume contests for the various age divisions. Watch WSBC station for more details. Immokalee Reservation Tuesday, October 30 - Halloween Bash to be held at the gymnasium starting at 6:00 p.m., begin- ning with dinner followed with costume contest. Recreation will provide games, train rides and bounce house.

Big Cypress Youth Center will now be known as Big Cypress Recreation Community Center. It will be open to all Community Members of all ages, contact Big Cypress Recreation in regards to changes being made and for new hours. A Drug and Alcohol Free Center (863)983-9659 The Seminole Tribune 12 October 19, 2001

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR AMERICAN INDIANS THE USDA FARM SERVICE AGENCY ANNOUNCES ELECTIONS FOR FSA COUNTY COMMITTEES

The USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is conducting its annual election for seats on their county com- mittees. These committees perform an extremely important role in programs and services of the FSA to land owners and agricultural producers in your county. USDA programs, such as farmer loans, price sup- port loans, land conservation programs, disaster programs, incentive and indemnity payments, and other programs and services are overseen by these local committees.

Over the last three years the number of American Indians serving on the FSA County committees has grown dramatically. However, we have not reached a level of representation that reflects our land base and the American Indian population. In order to ensure that our distinct issues and concerns are addressed we must continue to participate in the FSA County Committee process.

If you are a member of a Federally Recognized Tribe with Trust property, then you should receive a notice of election and right to nominate candidates for these important elections. In the event that you have not received this information, please contact your local USDA office.

Nominations for seats on the FSA County Committee will open beginning August 1, 2001 and will close on October 29, 2001. The term of office for newly elected positions is 3 years.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

August 1, 2001 Public notice of COC election and right to nominate candidates.

October 29, 2001 Final day for receiving nominatlon forms.

November 21, 2001 Deadine for mailng ballots.

November 22-December 3, 2001 Time-period for requesting ballot from local FSA County Office Committee if you didn’t receive a ballot.

December 3, 2001 Final day for requesting completed ballots.

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THE NATIONAL TRIBAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION AND THE USDA FARM SERVICE AGENCY The Seminole Tribune 13 October 19, 2001 Casino v Esh-te-may-bee Cheke v Setenpokvcuko Chely Wright Performs At Immokalee Casino By Barbara Secody natural comic and gifted mimic, IMMOKALEE — MCA record- Chely portrayed Loretta Lynn, ing artist Chely Wright brought down the Jean Shepard and other classic- The Coconut Creek house on Oct. 6 when she performed at country heroes. $100,000 Winner, the Seminole Casino in Immokalee. The Her specialty was Minnie Salvatore Puccio concert was co-sponsored by Gator Pearl, and even posed for the along with Mrs. Country 101.9 and the Seminole Casino. Minnie Pearl bronze statue on dis- Florida, Audrey Wright, one of the nicest people play in the lobby of the fabled Seeber and Coconut in the music industry, is a down to earth Ryman Auditorium in Music City. Creek’s Showgirl. young lady who could pass as the girl Armed with her arsenal next door. Taking time out to “meet and of country-music knowledge, greet” before the performance, Wright Chely began recording in 1994. was relaxed and appreciative of her fans. Her early singles were novelties She accommodated fans that aimed at the then-emerging coun- wanted photos taken with her, and took try-dance club market. She the time for short visits with every fan earned the industry’s respect when fortunate enough to have a back stage she was awarded Top New Female pass. Vocalist by the Academy of Known for her hit, Single White Country Music in 1995, and by Female, Chely has just put out her latest her powerhouse performance of album (and wants everyone to “go out and The Love That We Lost in 1996. buy at least 13 of them”). She explodes In 1997, Tony Brown, with energy on stage and interacts with producer signed her to MCA her fans, making them feel like a part of Nashville. He later told her that the show. her single The Love That We Lost Wright says that she has dreamed had spurred his interest in her Brighton Seminole Bingo and Gaming of being a country music singer since she career. She rewarded him by turn- was three years old. An entire lifetime of ing in the hit single, Shut up and professional and personal experience has Drive. In late 1997, it became her BRIGHTON SEMI- been poured into the creation of Single first top 10 hit and the centerpiece NOLE BINGO AND GAMING White Female. for her MCA debut, Let Me In. — Highway 721, Brighton Indian “I don’t have any memories that In 1998, Chely earned an Reservation, Route 6, Box 611, don’t include lying under the coffee table opening slot on the Vince Gill tour Okeechobee, FL 34974. (800) 360- 9875. Closed Mondays and when listening to the grown-ups playing the and was the only female artist Chely Wright performs at Immokalee Casino. guitar, or sitting in my great-grandmoth- chosen for the 1999 Crown Royal the last player leaves nightly. er’s lap while she played honky-tonk Tour. $240,000 Promotion Winners p.m., ghostly judges will be haunting piano,” said Wright, whose entire family Noted for her wisdom – 9/5 Martha Kinlaw of Palm City, FL the casino looking for the best cos- won $5,000. 10/03 Doris Hosteler of tumes. played and sang country music. about country music’s traditions, According to several regular con- By the time she was 11, Chely off-center sense of humor and tireless Venice, FL $10,000 Consolation. Final judging will occur at 9 certgoers to the Immokalee Casino, Chely Winners of $5,000 on 9/12, 9/19 and p.m. First place $300, Second place was singing professionally in her Kansas capacity for entertaining, Single White Wright is by far the best performer to City hometown. In her teens, she had her Female is the album that Chely Wright 9/26 chose not to sign publicity $200, and Third place $100. Free buf- grace the stage at the Casino. release for publication on name. fet at 9:30 p.m. and free Halloween own country line band and performed at was born to make. Dawn Geis, entertainment coor- the Ozark Jubilee in Missouri as a junior It is the record that tells who she Halloween Costume Party – Gift as long as supplies last. dinator for the Casino, said she was fortu- Wednesday, Oct. 31 beginning at 6 in high school. is, the record that announces her emer- nate to have booked Chely and has good At 18, she earned joined the cast gence as a major player on the contempo- news about upcoming concerts. She’s of the “Country Music USA” show at the rary country scene, the record of a little currently working on the December con- Opryland Theme Park in Nashville. A girl’s wish come true, the record of a star. cert, but has booked VIDA, a popular Seminole Indian Casino Tampa Latin group from Texas to perform at the Casino on Nov. 10. SEMINOLE INDIAN CASI- box will be allowed. Please do not fold VIDA has a huge following out NO TAMPA — 5223 North Orient or mutilate the ticket. Each ticket is West and promises to shake things up out Road, Tampa, FL 33610. (813) 621- checked for compliance before it is here on the East Coast next month. Dawn 1302 or (800) 282-7016. Internet: deposited. say that she is trying to book Cyndi http://www.casino-tampa.com. Open Play and win often in October Thompson for the Dec. 22 show. Stay seven days a week, 24 hours a to better your chances to win a tuned! day. New 2002 Saturn! With the new look at the Casino, Win a New It’s the Great Cash visitors can now enjoy more of the tradi- 2002 Saturn Pumpkin Charlie tional setting and motif of the Seminole Automobile in Brown. Linus always people. Most of the refurbishing has been October! Be sure to sat around on completed in the Casino area, and only a play often in the Halloween, missing few finishing touches remain. month of October all the fun of trick or Famed artist Leroy Osceola has for your chance to treating, waiting for been commissioned to provide more win a New 2002 the Great Pumpkin to pieces of his artwork, which will don the Saturn. To receive a draw- show up. Charlie Brown walls of the casino. ing slip, here is all you need to and the gang always gave him The dining room area is still do: Win any bingo game at any grief over it. under construction, and expected to be Session, win any portion of any Special Well we are certain that the completed shortly. A chickee is being Game in Decision Bingo, win a $1,200 Great Cash Pumpkin will show up at built in the restaurant area, to provide or more Jackpot or Special Win on a the Seminole Casino – Tampa on more of a Seminole touch to the interior video gaming machine. Come in first, Friday, Oct. 26 with 50 pumpkins design of the building. For those who second or third in any Poker loaded with cash. $10,000 in cash will have not seen the changes, the staff at the Tournament (including mini-tourna- be given away by drawings on Oct. 26. Immokalee Casino invites everyone to ments), win a Bingo Jackpot in the There will be ten drawings come on out and visit. Poker Room or have a single win of each Matinee Owl session, with guar- $50 or more on paper pull-tab. It’s that anteed winner of $1,000 in each ses- simple! sion. There will be twenty drawings in After you have played – and the Evening session, with two guaran- won! – in October, be sure to be here teed winners of $1,000. The drawings on Wednesday, Oct. 31 for the drawing. will be from each session’s admission You will be able to deposit your slips slips. from after Matinee II until 9:30 p.m. Immediate family members of Once the drum is closed, no further Seminole Casino – Tampa employees entries will be accepted. The drawing may not participate in the drawings, IMMOKALEE SEMI- will be held at 9:45 p.m. The winner nor may Tour Operators, their agents or NOLE INDIAN CASINO — 506 S. must be present at the time of the draw- employees. Only one drawing per per- First St., Immokalee, FL. 34142. ing and have valid photo I.D. and son per session will be allowed. Performer Jack Murphy and Chely Wright pose with Dawn Geiss. (941) 658-1313 or (800) 218-0007. Social Security card with them to claim Winners must be present in the Bingo Open seven days a week, 24 hours a the prize. Hall at the time of the drawings and day. When the ticket is drawn, the have a valid I.D. with them. Starting Sept. 29 players name will be announced in all areas of No coupons or passes, includ- can begin collecting tickets for a the Casino and that person will have ing JPC Instant Birthday passes will be very special New Year’s Eve draw- ten minuets to come forward. If the accepted at any of the sessions on ing – a sleek, well appointed 2002 prize is not claimed within ten minuets, Friday, Oct. 26. Special Limited Edition Ford the ticket will be considered void and a Don’t get any grief from us. Thunderbird. It only takes one ticket new name will be drawn. We will fol- Be here to try and get your share of the to win, but the more you collect the low this procedure until we have a win- Great Pumpkin’s Cash. more chances you have to win. ner. No coupons or passes, including Players can collect tickets for this JPC Instant Birthday passes, will be exceptional vehicle through midnight accepted at this session. Dec. 31, 2001. See the casino for IMPORTANT INFORMA- details on how to collect tickets and TION: At the time you receive your complete rules and regulations. drawing ticket, your name will already Don’t Forget! The casino is getting ready be on it. This ticket is for your use for a Halloween Spooktacular on only. Any changes, whiteouts, deletions Support our Oct. 27 when players can not only or obliteration of any type will result in win extra cash, but one lucky player the ticket being void. Advertisers will win a one-of-a-kind trip to the Please print all of the address Rose Bowl Parade and game in information requested on the ticket. Pasadena, California. Rubber stamps or labels in the address

Coconut Creek Casino Jake Murphy, lead singer and popular local band, Rough Stock. Local Singer Murphy Opens For Chely Wright By Barbara Secody tle boy brought a Rough Stock CD to IMMOKALEE — On Oct. 6, school to see if “Mrs. Murphy” could get Jake Murphy, a rising, young country it signed for him. When she returned the SEMINOLE INDIAN singer from Arcadia, opened for Chely next day with the signed CD, it was the CASINO OF HOLLYWOOD — Wright at the Immokalee Indian Casino. highlight of his day. 4150 N. SR 7, Hollywood, FL. Singing some of his own original songs, Besides a career in the country 33021. (954) 961-3220 or (800) Jake also performed a couple of George music industry, Jake has another dream. 323-5452. Open seven days a week, Strait tunes. He plans to attend Technical School to 24 hours a day. Murphy, who has been singing become a certified welder. It is some- and playing guitar for 12 years, recently thing that he has always wanted to do, won the State Finals for the True Value and starting on Oct. 22, he will begin to Country Showdown. He said that he start- fulfill another one of his goals. ed out as a solo act for the first five or six Although Jake and Rough Stock years before meeting up with his current are down-home country boys, they are COCONUT CREEK CASI- Hand Magic,” a show that combines band, Rough Stock. quickly moving up the ladder. People are NO — 5550 N.W. 40th St., Coconut audience participation and amazing Including Murphy, Rough Stock sitting up and taking notice of this dynam- Creek, FL. 33073. (954) 977-6700. dexterity with cards, coins, ropes, etc. has four members. He credits his band for ic country band. Open seven days a week, 24 hours a Then from 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. much of his success, but also gives credit It takes a lot of hard work to be IMMOKALEE SEMI- day. get ready for non-stop laughter as to his beautiful wife, Holly, for her unfal- chosen as Chely Wright’s opening act, NOLE INDIAN CASINO — Back by popular demand, Goodman returns to center stage with tering support. and it was evident that the fans loved the 506 S. First St., Immokalee, FL. Master of Illusions, Gary Goodman “Comedy Magic Show,” a hilarious Holly, who works as a school- band and their style. It’s good to see a 34142. (941) 658-1313 or (800) returns to casino Sept. 30. Taking cen- and phenomenal magic and music teacher, says that although they have no local group on their way to the top, and 218-0007. Open seven days a ter stage from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., show guaranteed to produce jaw-drop- plans for children, her young students we wish Jake and Rough Stock the best of week, 24 hours a day. Goodman will perform “Sleight-of- ping reactions from the crowd. look up to Jake as a role model. One lit- luck. The Seminole Tribune 14 October 19, 2001 Announcements v Ahnahhegeh v Nakorkerkecetv Happy Birthday Memory Notices

Sales & Use Tax Seminars - Welfare Association, 503-222-4044, Starting November 1 - 30, 2001, Free tax www.nicw.org. workshops by the Florida Department of Halloween Teen Dance - Oct. Revenue. For additional information con- 31, 8:00 - 12 midnight at Dr. Martin tact: Alberto Collazo at 954-967-1821, Luther King, Jr. Community Center 954- visit us http://sun6.dms.state.fl.us/dor. 921-3412. Universal Studios Halloween Rocky Horror Picture Show & Horror Nights XI - Oct. 25-28, Oct. 30- Dance - Oct. 31 at Young Circle Park & 31 and Nov. 2-3. Visit us at www.hal- Amphitheater, $15.00 includes a goodie loweenhorrornights.com or calling 800- bag, 954-923-3005. 644-4679. Native American - FAQ’s South Florida Regional Handbook - this book complements the Transportation Summit - November 1, Reservations Map and answers most 2001 at the Broward County Convention Frequently Asked Questions about Native Center. Register at Americans. To order www.nativeameri- www.greatermiami.com or call for info at canonline.com or call 888-442-9338. 954-467-6822. 26th Annual American Indian Native Stories and Their Film Festival - November 8-15, 2001, for Keepers: Telling the Public - November more information call 415-554-0525. 15-17, 2001, University of Arkansas at Teaching Children Self-Control Little Rock. Register by November 1, call - Nov. 7th at 7 - 8:30 p.m. All seminars 501-569-8336 or 501-569-3161. are $15 for non-members, for further Healing Children of Trauma, information, please contact Carol Bubani Happy 7th birthday Danni Jae In Memory of Cody “Bear” Wilcox Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Building a at 954-434-6337 to register. “Yunnie” Tommie on November 1, Happy 2nd birthday Dasani Sept. 18, 1983 - Sept. 16, 2001 Healthy Agency, Grassroots Prevention Handling Children’s Feelings - 2001. Well “squirrel,” you’re growing up Cian Cypress on October 7, 2001. We of Child Abuse and Family Dec. 5th at 7 - 8:30 p.m. seminar, call fast, so enjoy every minute! We love you love you and want you to know you mean Our family would like to give Preservation and Support workshops - Carol at 954-434-6337 for information and hope all your wishes come true. everything to us. Always know that you our deepest appreciation to all the family December 3-7 at the Hilton of Santa Fe. and location. Don’t forget to blow your candles out have the love and security of our family. and friends that helped us and gave us Sponsored by the National Indian Child quick before Cat beats you to it! Love, You’ll always be our “baby girl” no mat- support in our time of need. Words cannot Momma (Jeannette), Daddy (Danny), ter how big you get. Love, Momma describe the feeling of knowing how Des, Danielle, Cory, Catlen, and (Danielle), Daddy (Charlie), and all many lives Cody; our son and brother had The Last Day of Our Acquaintance Dasani. your family. an impact on. He lived life like he played By Lea G. Osceola (Sheche) Happy Birthday to our big sports - with heart. He liked to win, but brother, Ryan Dane Yescas on October New Kid he hated to lose even more. When he was I remember the last day of our acquaintance, 11. We love you very much. Love, in little league he would cry if he struck Megan, Brittany, and Cuauhtemoc. Even though it was so long ago. out. That’ s how much he hated to lose. There you were standing in the glow of mornings light, No matter what obstacles he may have Surrounded by me, Sheche. Happy Birthday Egoosh, hope faced, we knew that if he had his mind you had a great time on your special day. You were the last of what I had left, set on something there was no changing My love, my heart. One love; Huneeyohle, Shishe, his mind. He would defend his decision Meyante, Melookmehche, Coowak I could see it in your eyes, against anyone. That was just Cody. The windows to your soul. We thank our creator and Cody What you once felt for me had turned so icy and dark. A big Happy Birthday to our for allowing us to share his 17 years here Grandma, Aunt, Sister Sheena Spirit. You couldn’t disguise it, on earth. Although we feel that we should Even if you tried. From the healing hand of love, ha, ha, ha! have been given longer with him, we are One love; Doris & the Otter Gang I looked back at you as I drove away, thankful for You just stood by and watched me leave. every minute. Happy Birthday to Uncle Troy I recalled how we once held each other close, Again, thank And the way you’d kiss me endlessly, on October 17. The meanest, most lov- you to all who able otter. One love; Aunt Doris & kids. Before, the last day of our acquaintance. gave their love We used to be together and talk about nothing and everything under the sun, moon and stars. and support, It was so hard; there was so much between us and for those To just let go, but we did. who continue to I couldn’t find the strength to say, do so. What I was screaming in my mind. GRANNY PAT STRIKES AGAIN! Deadlines With “No, I don’t want this!” “I love you,” and “Please, don’t let go!” Granny Pat, welcomes into the our deepest I wish now that I told you. world a new grandson, Timothy Justin gratitude, I couldn’t hold back the vast pain in my heart, Diamond. Born on September 19, 2001 Nov. 9 Issue ...... Oct. 26 Danny, Tears seeped from my eyes and tarnished my cheeks. at 6:16 p.m, weighing in at 7 lbs 1 oz. Nov. 30 Issue...... Nov. 16 Jeannette, I don’t know how I did it, leaving you like that, Pat’s son Dale and wife Kitty Diamond, Dec. 21 Issue ...... Dec. 7 Danielle, Cory, But, this is how it went, take all the credit for this handsome little Desiree, Catlen, On the last day of our acquaintance. guy. Welcome to the world and congratu- and Danni Jae. From that day on I never was the same, eternally. lations to the new family. The Seminole Tribune 15 October 19, 2001 Jobs v Tahgathkegé Ahhuglahpehgé Brighton Big Cypress Hollywood Job Title: Carpenter Job Title: Nutritionist Job Title: Building Manager Job Title: Alligator Wrestler Construction Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Salary: $23,920 annually with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Location: Brighton, Housing Location: Brighton, Health Location: Big Cypress, Building & Location: Hollywood, Okalee Village Job Title: Maintenance Worker /Construction Salary: $35,000 annually w/benefits Grounds Open Date: 9-10-01 Salary: $ 33,280 annually with benefits. Salary: $25,000 annually w/ benefits Job Title: Cashier Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Operator Maintenance Open Date: 10-4-01 Location: Hollywood, Building & Job Title: Commission Officer Trainee Job Title: Bus Driver Close Date: Until Filled Grounds Open Date: 10-31-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Okalee Village Salary: $14,500 with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Gift Shop Location: Brighton, Gaming Location: Brighton, Utilities Location: Big Cypress, Ahfachkee Salary: $ 15,600 annually with benefits. Job Title: Medical Receptionist Salary: $28,000 annually with benefits Salary: $18,700 with benefits School Open Date: 9-10-01 Salary: $12.50 per hour Job Title: Commission Officer Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Counselor Job Title: Surveillance Operator Open Date: 10-31-01 Location: Hollywood, Health Open Date: 10-17-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Job Title: Cook Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $18,740 annually with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Gaming Location: Brighton, Family Services Location: Brighton, Gaming Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $28,000 annually with benefits Job Title: Office Clerk Location: Big Cypress, Ahfachkee Open Date: 7-16-01 Job Title: Heavy Equipment/ Pump Job Title: Water Quality Sampler I Job Title: Database Administrator Close Date: Until Filled Operator Open Date: 9-10-01 Job Title: Community Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Secretary Open Date: 9-10-01 Close Date: Until Filled Health/Representative Close Date: Until Filled Treasurer Close Date: Until Filled Location: Brighton, Water Resources Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Information Salary: $20,000 with benefits Location: Brighton, Water Resource Department Close Date: Until Filled Systems Management Salary: $18, 500 annually with benefits Location: Big Cypress, Health Salary: $ Negotiable with benefits Job Title: Office Clerk PT Salary: $19,760 annually with benefits Salary: $18,700 annually w/ benefits Open Date: 10-3-01 Job Title: Operator Maintenance Job Title: Education Counselor Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Maintenance Worker Trainee (2) Job Title: Custodian Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Utilities Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $8.00 per hour with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Education (DSO) Location: Brighton, Building and Location: Brighton, Utilities Location: Big Cypress, Ahfachkee Salary: $ Negotiable with benefits Job Title: Payables Disbursement Grounds Salary: $15,600 annually w/benefits Open Date: 10-3-01 Salary: $14,500 with benefits Job Title: Maintenance Worker (2) Job Title: Foster Care Worker Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 7-12-01 Job Title: Transporter Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Accounting Job Title: Medical Receptionist Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 9-10-01 Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $ 18,740 annually with benefits Open Date: 7-12-01 Location: Brighton, Buildings & Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Health Close Date: Until Filled Grounds Location: Big Cypress, Health Salary: $Negotiable with benefits. Job Title: Senior Admin. Assistant Location: Brighton, Health Salary: $ 18,720 annually with benefits Salary: $ 16,432 with benefits Open Date: 7-19-01 Salary: $18,740 annually with benefits Job Title: GED Teacher / Counselor Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Water/Waste Water Plant Open Date: 8-23-01 Location: Hollywood, Madio Adjusting Operator Close Date: Until Filled Co. Coconut Creek Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Hollywood, Education (DSO) Salary: $ Negotiable with benefits. Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Commission Officer Location: Big Cypress, Utilities Job Title: Maintenance Job Title: Snake Handler Open Date: 9-10-01 Salary: $ Negotiable commensurate Worker/Janitor Open Date: 9-10-01 Close Date: Until Filled with experience with benefits Open Date: 9-10-01 Close Date: Until Filled Location: Coconut Creek, Gaming Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Okalee Village Location: Hollywood, Okalee Village Salary: $20, 800 with benefits Job Title: Surveillance Operator Immokalee Salary: $14, 560 with benefits Open Date: 9-10-01 Job Title: Surveillance Operator Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Commission Officer Job Title: Maintenance Worker Open Date: 9-10-01 Location: Coconut Creek, Gaming Open Date: 10-31-01 Open Date: 5-17-01 Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Location: Hollywood, Gaming Location: Immokalee, Gaming Location: Hollywood, Housing Salary: $28,000 annually with benefits

Job Title: Cultural Language Instructor Tampa Open Date: 9-10-01 HappyHappy Halloween!!!Halloween!!! Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Commission Officer Close Date: Until Filled Location: Immokalee, Cultural Open Date: 10-31-01 Location: Tampa, Cultural Education Education Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $28,120 annually with benefits Salary: $28,120 annually with benefits Location: Tampa, Gaming Salary: $28,000 annually with benefits Job Title: Surveillance Operator Job Title: Surveillance Operator Open Date: 3-7-01 Open Date: 9-10-01 Job Title: Cultural Language Close Date: Until Filled Close Date: Until Filled Instructor Location: Tampa, Gaming Location: Immokalee, Gaming Open Date: 9-10-01 Salary: $17,680 annually with benefits The Seminole Tribune 16 October 19, 2001 Brighton Indian Day Results By Micheal James second place went to Keith Billie and Eric which all participants either walked or ran BRIGHTON — Indian Day fes- Johns caught the third largest bass. 5 miles, from the field office to the tivities held at Brighton on September 28 Bream/Speck/Black Crappie-first place bridge, competed for the fastest time. turned out a crowd of participants and went to Jamie Smith, second place went First, second and third place winners won proved a lot of fun. The fol- cash prizes. lowing are the results in In the Women’s 18-30 each event that took place. year old class- first finisher was The Fishing Boogie Johns, second place was Tournament had both men Steela Robedeaux and third and women competitors. All place finisher, Amanda Smith. participants met at 5:30 am 31-49 year old-first place, Patty for sign in and then they Waldron, second place was were off. Most fished on the Diane Snow and third place reservation and few fished at went to Michele Thomas. the locks. By 11am, all that 50 and Over-fastest participated met for the finisher in that age bracket was weigh in. The winners Mable Haught, second place was placed according to the Jenny Shore and in third place, largest and heaviest fish Louise Gopher. The men’s 18-30 caught. Cash prizes were age bracket, fastest finisher was given for first, second and Koty Brugh. Second place went third place winners. to Elton Shore and in third, Bass- first place Dallas Nunez. went to Dionne Smedley, 31-49 year old, first second place went to Oneva place finisher was Robert Dusty Nunez, Patrick Jones, Billy Danny Tommie and Jeanette Cypress with Jones and third place went to Youngblood. Second place fin- Osceola, Shane Buck, Koty Brugh, a score of 387, fifth place went to Maxie Selena Billie. isher was Robbie Chalfant and Matthew Gopher, Alex Johns, Danny and Linda Tommie with a score of 369. Bream/Speck/Black in third place, Sandy Billie, Jr. Jones, Roy Snow, Roger Smith, Adam Sixth place went to the team of Delwin Crappie- first place went to Men’s 50 and Over- fastest fin- Turtle, Pernell Bert and Willie Gopher Jr. McGowan and Sarah Kirkland with a Oneva Jones, second place isher was Billie Micco, in sec- Results from 2001 Indian Day score of 362, seventh place went to Roger went to Boogie Johns and ond place was Joe L. John and Bowling-Senior Men 55 and Older: First and Diane Smith. third place went to Shannon in third place, John Wayne Huff, place Ronnie Doctor with a score of 593, Eighth place went to the team of Gopher. Sr. Marcie Osceola and Catfish-first place In the Pole Trisha Wilcox with a went to Oneva Jones, second Peeling event, women 18 score of 342, ninth place place went to Boogie Johns to 49 years old- Ethel went to the team of and third place went to Gopher placed first, Mitch Osceola and Jenny Shannon Gopher. Mudfish- Oneva Jones in second Johns with a score of first placewent to Boogie and Diane Smith. Women 336, and in tenth John Johns, and second place 50 and Over-Jennie Billie and Mahala Madrigal went to Paulette Lawrence. placed first, second place with a score of 333. Garfish-first place went to was Louise Gopher and in 3-6-9-the team Boogie Johns, second place third place, Addie of Marcie Osceola and went to Crystal Smith and Osceola. Oneva Jones placed first third place went to Paulette Men’s Pole with a score of 436, in Lawrence. Peeling, 18 to 49 years second place, the team of For women ages 50 old-first place went to John Huff Jr., and Jimi and over, Bass-Minnie Howard caught to Johnny Jones and third place went to Matthew Gopher, second place went Lu Huff with a score of the biggest fish and Alice Sweat placed Kevin Tommie. to Johnny Jones and in third place, 413. In third place the second with her catch. Lorene Gopher Catfish-Eugene Tommie had the Shane Buck. In the 50 and Over- team of Johnnie Jones placed first with her biggest catch in the biggest catch, with Kevin Tommie catch- first place went to Howard Osceola and Diane Snow with a Bream/Speck/Black Crappie category, ing the second largest catch and in third and in second place, Martin Gopher. score of 412. and Alice Sweat caught the second largest. place Earl Taylor. Mudfish-first place All that placed also won cash The team of Catfish-first place went to Jenny went to Weems Buck, second place went prizes. Shane Buck and Shannon Johns, second place went to Bessie to Kevin Tommie and third place went to Bingo Winners 55 and Gopher placed fourth Over, 10 Games-the winners with a score of 406, the were Jennie Snow, Onnie team of Danny Tommie Osceola, Willie Gopher, Dan and Mahala Madrigal Bowers, Louise Gopher, placed fifth with a score Lottie Baxley, Sammy of 405. In sixth place Gopher, Joe L. John, Lorene Kevin Tommie and Gopher, who won the Wendy Juarez with a Jackpot, and 1 split game, score of 401, the team in Billie Micco, Joe L. John and seventh place Weems Onnie Osceola. Buck and Sarah Kirkland Archery (Men scored 399. Only)- ages 18 to 49, first In eighth place place went to Johnny Jones. Philmon Bowers and In second place, Adam Turtle Amy Waldron with a and in third place, Larry Howard. second place Joe Billie with a score of score of 394, in ninth with a score of 392 50 and Over-first place, Dan 539, third place Dan Bowers with a score the team of Duane Jones and Celeste Bowers, second place was Howard of 531. Fourth place Sammie Gopher with Osceola. And in tenth with a score of 383 Osceola and in third place, Billie a score of 509, fifth place John Pigeon the team of Elton Shore and Joyce Micco. with a score of 508 and sixth place with a Jumper. Pumpkin Bread Making score of 489. Billy Micco in seventh place No Tap-first place team of (Women Only)- ages 50 and with a score of 477, David Jumper. Marcie Osceola and Mary Jo Micco Over, first place went to Lorene Senior Women 55 and Older: scored 463, the team of Delwin McGowan Gopher; second place went to First place with a score of 521 Mable and Arica Buck placed second with a Onnie Osceola and in third place, Osceola, second place Rosie Billie with a score of 458. In third place Danny Jones Agnes Jumper. Women ages 18 to score of 504, in third place Betty Osceola and Diane Smith with a score of 444, in 49, first place was Salina Dorgan, with a score of 486. Maydell Osceola fourth place the team of Merle Billie and second place Leoma Simmons, and placed fourth with a score of 469, in fifth Lois J. Smith with a score of 436. in third place Dana Osceola. place Louise Billie with a score of 455, In fifth and sixth place a tie Box and Turtle Races- sixth place went to Annie Jumper with a between the team of Philmon Bowers and Box Turtle 18 to 49 years old- first place Ricki Osceola, second Tommie, and third place went to Marie Koty Brugh. place Selena Billie, and in third place Tommie. Mudfish-first place catch went Garfish-the biggest catch of the Danny Jones. 50 and Over Box Turtle- to Jennie Snow, second largest catch went day went to Sampson Gopher, Koty Brugh first place Shula Jones, second place to Jenny Shore and third place went to caught the second biggest garfish and Jennie Snow, and in third place there was Bessie Tommie. Garfish-first place went Weems Buck placed third with his catch. a tie between Howard Micco and Billie to Minnie Howard, second place went to The men 50 and Over, only one placed, Micco. Bessie Tommie and third place went to Buddy Sweat. Garfish-Buddy Sweat, Gopher(18 to 49 years old)-first Jennie Snow. again, placed first with his catch and Gary place went to Michele Thomas, second In the men’s category ages 18 to Sampson placed second. place went to Adam Turtle, and in third 49, Bass-first place went to Koty Brugh, The Competetive Walk Run, place Amy Waldron.Gopher(50 and Over)-first place Elsie Smith, second place went to Billy Joe Johns, and in third place Connie Whidden. Horseshoe Tournament Co-ed (18 to 48 years old)-first place went to the team of Earl Taylor; second place went to the team of John and Mahala Madrigal, and in third place the team of Danny Jones and Diane Smith. Women 50 and Over-first place Addie Osceola, and second place Onnie Osceola. Men 50 and Over-first place Billie Micco, second place went to Howard Micco, and in third place Wonder Johns. Hourly Drawing Winners (Women): Gloria Osceola, Jimi Lu Huff, Addie Osceola, Monica Johns, Alice Snow, Onnie Osceola, Michele Thomas, Jennie Snow, Brenda Youngblood, Amy score of 430, and in seventh place Addie Cornelia Osceola and Maxie Tommie and Waldron, Louise Gopher, Donna Turtle, Osceola with a score of 406. Betty Billie with scores of 430. In seventh Jenny Johns, Rosie Billie, Jennifer Johns, Regular: First place went to the place with a score of 425 was the team of Lorene Gopher, Connie Whidden, Virginia team of Elton Shore and Farrah Jones Pernell Bert and Patty Snow. Lee Tommie, Diane Smith, Jennie Billie, with a score of 411, in second and third Shane Buck and Farrah Jones Joanne Osceola, Shirley Sampson. place there was a tie between the teams of placed eighth with a score of 424. In ninth Men-Ricki Osceola, Johnny Michael and Tommie Micco and Sampson place the team of Elton Shore and Jenny Jones, Eugene Tommie,Sandy Billie Sr., and Shannon Gopher with scores of 398 Johns with a score of 414, and in tenth Joe L. John, Jamie Smith, Sandy Billie Jr., for each team. place the team of Thomas Cypress and Kelly Youngblood, Robert Youngblood, Fourth place went to the team of Leoma Simmons.

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