ChickasawOfficial Timespublication of the Chickasaw Nation Vol. XXXXI1 No. 4 April 2007 Ada, Oklahoma ‘I want to be a gold medalist’ Olympians instruct youth on shooting, dedication ing clinic agreed the two-day great uncle who set numerous time to teach the students at the event conducted March 21 and world records in military rifle camp. 22 at the Community Center competitions in the 1950s. “It’s not many times that you Gymnasium had been very suc- Gunnery Sgt. V.D. Mitchell get to meet someone who has cessful. (USMC, ret.) won the National proven that they are the best in Emmons, who many consider Service Rifle Championship in the world at something,” she to be the best rifle shooter in the 1955 and 1958, as well as the said of Emmons. “Bob Foth world, won gold in the 2004 Daniel Boone trophy, Dupont was really nice. He helped me Athens Olympics. He is pro- trophy and numerous other out a lot.” jected to win as many as three awards. Kodie, a 14-year-old student gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Katie, a 17-year-old junior at Ringling, has been shooting Olympics. at Ringling (OK) High School, a .22 rifle for some time. He “Seeing these kids smile really said she had never fired a gun said that Emmons treated him puts a big smile on my face,” before attending the clinic. like one of his friends and that said Emmons. “I just came because my Mom he had learned some valuable It was obvious, Emmons said, brought me,” she said. “But techniques. that the kids were enjoying the when I started shooting and Emmons said while he enjoys experience of learning Olympic- started getting better, I thought teaching youngsters about the Olympic gold medalist Matt Emmons explains proper style shooting techniques. ‘hey, this is fun.’” shooting technique to Chickasaw student Kodie Shep- Two students, Katie Mitchell She also thought it was great See Target shooting, herd. and Kodie Shepherd, have a that Emmons and Foth took the page 18 ADA, Okla. – More than technique from Olympic gold a dozen Chickasaw students medalist Matt Emmons and Chickasaw ballplayer made most of Chilocco from across the state recently silver medalist Bob Foth. received personal instruction on Organizers and instructors of Boarding school era saw restrictions on tribal gun safety and target shooting the gun safety and target shoot- culture, but students found ways to overcome S o m e o f coach since Chickasaw anthropologist those who at- I was knee- tended tribal or h i g h t o a finds connections with past BIA boarding duck,” said schools were Mr. Cheadle. That simple “study,” however, able to retain He fulfilled becomes so much more when the Chicka- that dream the intellectual curiosity of saw language to become scholars is aroused. and pass that a m e m b e r Chickasaw scholar LaDonna knowledge on of the Iowa Brown found her need to learn to others. High School more about the Chickasaw Some who Athletic As- people set afire through a series LaDonna Brown attended such sociation Hall of events. schools were of fame. Anthropology is defined by “I was working in the tribe’s n o t f l u e n t More im- Webster as simply “a study of speakers, but p o r t a n t l y, man.” See Culture, page 8 were able to re- he was able tain and pass on to b en efit other elements hundreds of of Chickasaw Chilocco Indians 1937 young men culture through Back row from left, Elmer Harjo, Ben Parris, Overton Cheadle, whose lives the experience. Key Kretcher, Coach Ray Colglazier. Middle row, Ben Arkeketa, were made O v e r t o n Alvin Shamayme, Joseph Manitowa, John Issacs, Emmett How- better under “Buck” Chead- ery, Vernon Aitson. Front row,? Hummingbird, Gilbert Smith, Bob h i s g u i d - le, a Chickasaw Chambers, Jack Bushyhead. Not pictured, Amon Hamilton. ance. who graduated from Chilocco those elements of Chickasaw When the opportunity arose to in 1939, does not speak Chicka- culture demonstrated through attend Chilocco, Mr. Cheadle’s saw. his life. parents were very supportive.
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The Chickasaw Times Chickasaw The PRESORTED STANDARD PRESORTED cation to family and community cation to fulfill his lifelong and desire to pass knowledge on dream of teaching others. to future generations are among “I’ve known I wanted to be a See Cheadle, page 8 2 Legislative Minutes April 2007 CHICKASAW TRIBAL LEGISLATURE and REGULAR SESSION Minerals Company, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for a seismic permit across three David Stout Building properties belonging to the Chickasaw Nation for an access fee of $7.00 per acre Ada, Oklahoma for a total of $97.44. The Chickasaw Nation will receive $97.44, for a term com- February 16, 2007 mencing on August 2, 2006 (the “Effective Date”), regardless of the actual date of AGENDA ITEM #1 CALL MEETING TO ORDER execution, and shall terminate on or before December 31, 2007, if the Grantee fails Chairperson Scott Colbert called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m. to commence seismic operations INVOCATION A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Wanda Blackwood Invocation was given by Ms. Green. Scott to approve GR24-018. AGENDA ITEM #2 ROLL CALL Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Members present: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Holly Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert 13 yes votes Staff present: Doretta Sellers, Recording Secretary, Harold Stick, Sergeant-At- The motion to approve GR24-018 carried unanimously. Arms, Robert Cheadle, Legislative Counsel General Resolution Number 24-019, Authorization for Acquisition of Real Guests present: James Humes, Sue Simmons, Bill Simmons, Wilma Watson, Property in Pontotoc County Mike Watson, Tom Bolitho, Tony Choate, Ron Frazier, Rita Loder, Melissa Walker, This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s request to acquire real property, Barbara Goodman, Paul Yates, in Ada, Oklahoma. The property contains 0.482 acres, more or less and is located AGENDA ITEM #3 INVOCATION at 900 North Mississippi. It will be used for additional office space for Chickasaw Invocation was given earlier in the meeting. Nation employees. AGENDA ITEM #4 READING OF MINUTES - December, 15, 2006 A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Ms. Wanda Blackwood (Tabled 1/19/07) Scott to approve GR24-019. January 19, 2007 Members voting yes: Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, A motion was made by Ms. Green and seconded by Ms. Briggs to approve the Mary Jo Green, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, minutes of December 15, 2006. David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, 11 yes votes See Minutes, page 42 Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert 13 yes votes Legislature modifies election rules Chickasaw tribal legislators voted have more than five weeks to campaign The motion to approve the minutes of December 15, 2006 carried unani- March 16 to revise rules regarding the prior to the mailing of ballots. mously. candidate filing period, filing fees and “We still provide candidates with a A motion was made by Ms. Green and seconded by Ms. Briggs to approve mailing of ballots for Chickasaw elec- list of voters, including names and ad- the minutes of January 19, 2007. tions. dresses, within five days of filing,” said Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Filing period for candidates has been Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth changed from five days to three days. See Election rules revised, page Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert After close of the filing period, candidates 13 yes votes 21 The motion to approve the minutes of January 19, 2007 carried unani- mously. Clarification AGENDA ITEM #5: UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. LaDonna Brown, of the Chickasaw Nation Multimedia Department, was the AGENDA ITEM #6: REPORTS OF COMMITTEES principal author of the page 1 boarding school era article which appeared in the (A) LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Steve March issue of the Chickasaw Times. Woods The article, headlined “Boarding school reunion set for June; era saw Chickasaw No report. culture survive,” was researched and written fully by Ms. Brown. Ms. Brown is a Chickasaw anthropologist with a master’s degree in Anthropol- (B) FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Holly ogy from the University of Mississippi. Easterling No report. (C) HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee Chair Bill Anoatubby Jefferson Keel Dean McManus Governor Lt. Governor General Resolution Number 24-017, Approval of Application for Fund- ing – Administration for Native Americans Social and Economic Development Strategies This resolution approves the Chickasaw Nation’s application for funding to the 2612 E. Arlington, Suite B P.O. Box 1548, Ada, OK 74821 Administration for Native Americans for the researching, planning and establish- Chickasaw Times: (580) 332-2977; Fax: (580) 332-3949 ment of family resource services for the Chickasaw Nation through the Social and e-mail: [email protected] Economic Development Strategies grant. The application requests federal funding in Chickasaw Headquarters: (580) 436-2603 the amount of up to $500,000.00 per year for up to three years. The tribe’s required 20% match will be provided through non-federal in-kind and tribal funds. Tom Bolitho Vicky Gold Jenna Williams Editor Office Manager Compositor A motion was made by Ms. Briggs and seconded by Dr. Goforth Parker to approve GR24-017. Tony Choate Kerri McDonald Members voting yes: Beth Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Media Relations Specialist Media Relations Specialist Holly Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Kandis Murdock Karissa Pickett Parker, Wanda Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Colbert Media Relations Specialist Media Relations Specialist 13 yes votes The Chickasaw Times is mailed free to Chickasaw registered voters, government and educational offices The motion to approve GR24-017 carried unanimously. and upon request to other Indian citizens. Reprint permission is granted with credit to The Chickasaw Times unless other copyrights are shown. Ms. McManus concluded her report. Editorial statements of the Chickasaw Times, guest columns and readers’ letters reflect the opinions of the (D) LAND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT by Committee writer and not necessarily those of the Chickasaw Times, its staff or the tribal administration of the Chickasaw Nation. Chair Judy Goforth Parker All editorials and letters will become the property of the Chickasaw Times. Editorials must be signed by the General Resolution Number 24-018, Seismic Permit in Garvin Coun- author and include the author’s address. ty Deadline for submission is the 22nd of each month prior to publication. Submissions can be mailed, faxed, hand-delivered or e-mailed. This resolution approves seismic permit number 11163 in favor of Eagle Land April 2007 Chickasaw Times 3 In-Nation conference displays spirit, energy of Chickasaws By BILL ANOATUBBY The people in attendance was conducted at Ardmore. The the information. Governor were, and are, very interested turnout of Chickasaw citizens To hear another’s thoughts, we Chickasaw Nation in making positive, lasting con- was tremendous and Chickasaw must be actively engaged and in- nections with the tribe. And I be- spirit was alive and active! terested. Anything less is not fair Chickasaws At-Large lieve there were many successes This first-ever listening con- to the citizen being heard. We all Chickasaws at-large from following the listening confer- ference in Ardmore, much like work very hard to be good and across the country will recall last ences, most notably the new the conferences of last year, attentive listeners. year when the Chickasaw Na- Services At-Large programs. provided information that will A special thanks to all the tion hosted a series of “Listening We learned what the greatest help shape the Chickasaw Na- Chickasaws who attended the Conferences.” These special needs were, and we learned that tion in the years ahead. This Ardmore conference. You dis- conferences were conducted needs can vary depending on direct input from citizens has played your interest, and often in cities closest to the largest the area of the country and the no peer when it comes to frank- your passion, regarding our concentrations of Chickasaws circumstances of each family. Gov. Bill Anoatubby ness, spontaneity and straight tribe. I am very proud of those living at large. We learned that each and every talk. The people are forthright who shared their thoughts, and Those conferences proved to Chickasaw can benefit from ing information that would when they communicate the also of those who came to listen be exceptionally good for every- some aspect of tribal programs greatly improve our service to needs, desires and dreams they and consider the opinions of one involved. and services. And it was appar- citizens. have for their families, and for others. Those of us who serve you ent that the tribe could develop In-Nation Conference their tribe. Your ideas will be of tremen- in your tribal government had processes that would greatly These listening conferences Our job, as your tribal of- dous help as we establish our the opportunity to hear com- enhance outreach to citizens tailored for Chickasaws living at ficials, is to listen. It may seem goals and objectives for the ments from Chickasaws living living in distant areas. large were successful. We have a simple process to listen, but years to come at the Chickasaw in many outlying communities. Each listening conference now heard from Chickasaws liv- there is much more to it than Nation. Your energetic partici- We listened to what the people brought forth new and vital ing inside the nation, as well. On simply not talking. Listening pation in our planning process had to say about a wide variety information. These gatherings March 24, your tribal govern- is a skill that requires us to helps ensure your tribal gov- of topics, from transportation to became much anticipated events ment hosted the first listening open our minds, to follow the ernment is meeting its sacred health care, housing to nutrition, by those in tribal government. conference within the Chicka- speaker’s words carefully, and obligation to the Chickasaw and so much more. We knew we would be receiv- saw Nation. The conference to be disciplined in processing people. Capitol exhibit honored by Oklahoma Museums Association Historic Capitol stands as symbol of Chickasaw strength facing difficult circumstances, stands as an enduring symbol of the strength of spirit of the Chickasaw people,” said Gov. Anoatubby. “Its restoration is a great reminder of the resilience and resolve of our nation.” One of the most striking ex- hibits includes a very lifelike representation of Governor Douglas Johnston sitting in his office chair at his desk. Another exhibit corrects the misconception that the vault in the capitol building was used Chickasaw Capitol exhibits highlight intriguing and as a jail. The jail was actually important people, places and events from Chickasaw located north of the capitol. There are also several exhibits history. that highlight historic events in One striking capitol building exhibit includes a very An exhibit at the his- structure was built when our times and places extending well lifelike representation of Chickasaw Governor Douglas toric Chickasaw Capitol in people were facing difficult beyond the life of the capitol Johnston sitting in a chair at his desk. Tishomingo was recently hon- circumstances. It is only fit- building. Sold to Johnston County in As the third building on the ored by the Oklahoma Museums ting that the story of those the Topics including the allotment 1910 for $7,500, the building site to serve as seat of govern- Association. strength of spirit of the Chicka- process, politics, law enforce- was repurchased by the tribal ment for the Chickasaw Nation, Chickasaw Government, the saw people,” ment, culture and more are ad- government in 1989. it replaced a two-story brick Indian Territory Years was Restoration of the his- dressed in a variety of exhibits. Special legislation was passed building completed in 1858 and awarded first-place honors in toric Chickasaw Capitol in Among these is a photo gal- by the state allowing the sale destroyed by fire in 1890. its category. Tishomingo has turned the lery of famous and lesser known of what was then the Johnston Prior to that, the Chickasaw Restoration of the historic building into a showcase of Chickasaw citizens. County Courthouse. Council House, a log structure capitol building includes nu- Chickasaw history. Construction of the historic Under that bill, the sale was built in 1856 and still preserved merous exhibits highlighting Not only has the building itself capitol, made of red granite from allowed with the requirement in the council house museum, historic events and interesting been restored to its former glory, the Pennington Creek quarry, that the tribe allow the county served as the seat of Chickasaw facts about the capitol. numerous exhibits highlight was completed in 1898. to lease back the building for government in Indian Territory. “These exhibits provide a historic events and interesting Dedicated November 17 of three years. This provision fascinating glimpse of Chicka- facts about the capitol. that year, the building served as allowed the county adequate saw history,” said Gov. Bill “This magnificent structure, capitol of the Chickasaw Nation time for construction of a new Contributed by Tony Choate, Anoatubby. “This magnificent built when our people were until statehood in 1907. courthouse. tribal media relations. 4 News from your Legislators April 2007 Optometrist for Purcell; Saturday dental clinic at Carl Albert Hello and greetings from awards. I’m very proud of our hospital is being planned for the there were 192 hospitalizations Legislator Mary Jo Green, Seat youth! not-too-distant future. A policy at Carl Albert Indian Health Fa- 5, Pontotoc District and Com- Our Health Care Committee change at the hospital is that cility. The number of outpatient mittee Chair of the Health Care met with Bill Lance, Adminis- all patients who are eligible for visits at Carl Albert was 14,190. Committee! I hope all enjoyed trator of the Health System. One Medicaid will be asked to fill out February Emergency Room Easter in church and family of my personal goals will soon an application form. Oklahoma visits were 1,069. February saw gatherings. The weather in the be reached to have an Optom- DHS workers will be available 237 surgeries and the Same-day Chickasaw Nation is beautiful etrist at the Purcell Health Clinic to provide assistance and deter- Clinic saw 2,921 patients. with blooming flowers and trees one day a week. This will help a mine eligibility for the program. The Family Practice Clinic and much needed rain. lot of Chickasaws living in the This action will assist us in in Ada saw 3,998 patients in Kudos to Mason Laxton for Purcell and surrounding areas. providing additional health care February. The Ardmore Clinic outstanding achievement at Our best news is that the den- services for those patients with saw 2,881 patients and the Byng School and to all Chicka- tal clinic at Carl Albert will see no health insurance. Tishomingo Clinic saw 1,887. saw students receiving awards 200 more Chickasaw per month We are happy to report that The Durant Clinic saw 2,432 through the Chickasaw Nation’s by operating a Saturday dental the renovation work is starting patients and the Purcell Clinic Mary Jo Green school programs. I hope you clinic twice a month. The toll at the historic McSwain Theatre saw 1,458 in February. Chickasaw Tribal Legislature enjoy reading in the Chicka- free number to call for those ap- in downtown Ada. The attached May God bless each of you saw Times about the many pointments is (888) 512-5522. building on the east side will readers and the Chickasaw Chickasaw students who receive Ground breaking for our new be incorporated into the The- Nation. I would love to hear atre. Delays have been present from you! Please contact me because of the difficulty in lo- through my email address mary. Neurocare muscle stimulator now in cating qualified firms to do the [email protected] or through work. The new Ada Community the address and telephone num- operation at Diabetes Care Center Center is nearing completion. It ber listed elsewhere in this and is located across from the Head- every issue of the Chickasaw feeling in his feet and toes. Diabetes Care Center at Carl quarters building on Mississippi Times and on the Chickasaw Thanks to Addie Gratz, the staff Albert Hospital to learn more Street. Nation web site. My articles at Victory Home Health Care on this new system. (580) 421- Administrator Bill Lance are also located on the web site. and treatments on the machine, 4532 or (800)851-9136m ext, submits the following statistics: Until next month, thank you. Mr. Jordan has improved and is 82260. In the month of February, 2007, doing much better. Congratulations to the Okla- Just last week, I was fortu- homa City Metro Community nate to witness the Neurocare Council on their new location. machine being used. After a 35 They will now be meeting at Count of Voters by District minute session on my mother’s Lake Pointe Towers (east build- Tishomingo 4,443 Panola 1,393 left leg, the results were no- ing), 4005 Northwest Express- Pickens 6,201 Pontotoc 9,204 ticeable. The swelling in her way, 6th floor in Oklahoma foot went down, the skin color City. The council still meets on Total 21,241 changed to a healthy pink and the first Tuesday of each month feeling had returned in her ankle at 7pm. If you have any ques- Beth Alexander and toes. She could also feel tions or need directions contact Chickasaw Tribal Legislature the pattern in the floor linoleum Betty Smith (405) 348-7459, -something she had not been [email protected] Chukma! able to do for sometime. With If you live in California make After several months of en- continued treatments we are sure to check the Chickasaw couraging, I am happy to report expecting to decrease the swell- Times for an advertisement on that the Chickasaw Nation has ing, increase the circulation and a gathering in your state. There purchased a neurocare muscle maintain sensitivity in the entire will be a picnic and fellow- Colbert hosting open house at stimulator. It is currently located foot. ship of Chickasaw Citizens on Tish Clinic first Wednesdays in the Diabetes Care Center adja- The Neurocare Muscle Stimu- May 26th in Santee, California. cent to Carl Albert Hospital. The lator is FDA approved. It is used There is always plenty of food, Chickasaw Tribal Legisla- machine is used in the treatment in a variety of treatments. While fun and fellowship. Contact ture chairman and Tishomingo of various illnesses and has been the machine can not cure diabe- Sharon Tandy for more informa- District legislator Scott Col- successful in diabetic related tes, it can assist in the treatment tion. (818) 985-8392 I hope to bert hosts an open office for symptoms such as neuropathy. of various diabetic complica- see you there. legislative business at the A few months ago a man from tions. Will it work for every- May you and your family be Tishomingo Clinic between Lubbock, Texas called to inquire one? Probably not, however, blessed. the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 about the machine. Would it be it is an option. One advantage Beth Alexander p.m. the first Wednesday of able to assist his father? of the System -it does not take Panola District Legislator every month. Victory Home Health Care months of use to see if it will be P.O. Box 246 Please make appointments in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, was of assistance. Just two or three Achille, OK. 74720 at (580) 622-3218. You may the closest place to receive treatments will show if it is go- (580) 283-3409 or (580) 272- also call on the first Wednes- treatment. As of today, Mr. A.D. ing to work. 7850 day of every month at (580) Jordan of Troy, Oklahoma is re- For more information call toll Bethalexander22@hotmail. D. Scott Colbert 421-3425. ceiving treatment on the Neuro- free 1-877-571-3599 or www. com Chickasaw Tribal Legislature Feel free to contact Colbert care system. His circulation has neurocare.com
Neely Alexis Wood turned 8 years old February 27. as page for Rep. Billy She is the daughter of Patricia Wood and Scott Wood of Tishomingo, Okla., and the sister of Kayla Jo and Cheyenne Wood. Her grandparents are Phyllis Seymore of Bethany, Okla., the late Joe Plumley and Larry and Eugenia Wood of Tishomingo. Her great-grandparents are Floyd and Joyce Hackworth of Bromide, Okla. She celebrated her birthday Feb. 25 with a swimming party at Murray State College with family, friends and classmates. Neely is in Mrs. Yow’s second grade class at Tishomingo El- ementary where she is on the Governor’s Chickasaw Honor Roll and the Tishomingo Honor Roll. She was also student of the month for March 2007. Neely enjoys pitching softballs, cheerleading, soccer, basketball, jumping on her trampoline and riding her 4-wheeler. Happy 8th Birthday Neely! Neely Alexis Wood We Love You!
Nickells celebrate 50th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Nick- ell, of Roff, Okla., recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Feb. 17, 2007. Over 70 friends and family gathered in Kingston, Okla., State Rep. Lisa J. Billy and Holly Cole for a family luncheon. Among Holly Cole a Wynnewood book. Holly also runs track. She the guests were Tommy and (OK) High School junior, is was a personal page for State Mary’s son Jerald Nickell and a Chickasaw citizen involved Representative Lisa J. Billy on his wife Lynda of Kingston, with student council and year- Wednesday, March 7, 2007. two granddaughters, Chandy and Sara, and four great- grand- daughters. Also, Mary’s mother Sadie Hearrall, of Mill Creek, Ada Senior Citizens Gift Shop Okla., took part in the festivi- ties. 1005 Chamber Loop, Ada, OK Many family members came (580) 436-1007 from all over to wish the happy SW jewelry, dream catchers, caps and lots of Chickasaw Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Nickell couple their best. Tommy and items. Shop the Ada Senior Citizens Gift Shop for all your gift Mary were married in Olney, giving items! Okla., on Feb 21, 1957. April 2007 News of our People 11 Lecturer asserts cultural issues Terrific tumbler impact Indian entrepreneurship neurship activities for Native can Business, Native American Americans and that perhaps Leadership, Entrepreneurship, cultural, not business, barriers Casino Management, Organi- are a more reasonable explana- zational Behavior and Small tion for low Native American Business Management on the entrepreneurial activities. SOSU campus. Mr. McCurdy Mr. McCurdy has been a fac- also provides small business ulty member in the John Massey and entrepreneurial training School of Business for five years and consulting services for the and has been studying and work- Oklahoma Small Business De- ing in Native American issues velopment Centers as well as Bill McCurdy for more than 20 years. Mr. individual business owners. Bill McCurdy, Chickasaw McCurdy teaches Native Ameri- and faculty member of the John Massey School of Business at Southeastern Oklahoma State University, was recently select- Chickasaw student wins ed to present at a Franklin Press Conference on Entrepreneurship Heritage Essay Competition in Dallas. The conference was spon- sored by the Business Journal for Entrepreneurs and Students in Free Enterprise. Mr. McCurdy joined uni- versity faculty members and professionals from across the United States to discuss and present research projects dealing with entrepreneurship and small business development. Mr. Mc- Curdy discussed his current re- Sierra Brown search project titled Cultures in Conflict: Evaluating the Impact Sierra Brown competes on member of Justice Tumbling of Culture as a Barrier for Na- the trampoline at a recent meet and Trampoline team, We- tive American Entrepreneurs. in Chickasha, Okla. woka, Okla. “Recent studies have all point- Sierra placed third in tram- She is the daughter of Wendy ed to business related barriers poline and second in tumbling Harrison. that Native Americans must at the March 10 meet. She is a overcome to enter into their own business venture,” stated McCurdy. “My study seeks to Chikashsha Anompa identify the cultural issues that (Chickasaw language) may present as big an obstacle as Imambi Win any business characteristic cur- Imilli Lose rently identified”. The research asilhha, ahlisha Ask for, request seeks to identify key cultural Im issa Allow, to let (someone) do something characteristics for races with Ikbanno Refuse, don’t want high entrepreneurial activity and Iweli Offer compare those characteristics to Ataklammi Bother, interfere the cultures of Native American Aachi Say tribes located in Oklahoma. Anoli Tell I have a theory that there are Im anompa ima Promise cultural characteristics, some Anompa falama ima Answer naturally evolving and some Chickasaw seventh-grader J.J. Stewart, center, On tohnochi Sic (dogs) on something imposed through European con- is pictured with representatives of the Oklahoma Imolabi Scold, to tell to behave tact, which must be addressed Heritage Association. Ahli True before Native Americans can J.J. Stewart, a seventh grader a contribution in the student’s Ahli kiyo False embrace small business owner- at Roff (OK) Elementary School county. Legendary basketball Ala To arrive ship at a level consistent with recently won first place in the coach Bertha Frank Teague was Iklo Not to arrive other races.” Southcentral Zone in the Okla- J.J.’s topic. Im malhkaniya Forget McCurdy’s preliminary re- homa Heritage Essay Competi- J.J. visited the State Capi- Imabachi Show how search suggests that federally- tion. tol to receive her award. J. Ithana Know mandated and self developed The essay topic was to write J. is the daughter of Mike Ikthano Don’t know programs have done little to about a person who had made and Jana Stewart, of Roff. Okami Wash off (face) significantly increase entrepre- 12 News of our People April 2007 State Capitol visit Smith, Alexander to wed in Norman Cynthia Nichols Smith and Dean Alexander, of Mustang, Okla., will exchange wedding vows April 14, 2007 in Norman, Okla. Cynthia is the daughter of Robert E. (Bob) Nichols, and Mary Louise Porter Nichols, of Pauls Valley, Okla. She is the granddaughter of Joe Benjamin Nichols, original Chickasaw enrollee #4099, and great-grand- daughter of Sarah Lottie Stewart, original Chickasaw enrollee. Dean is the son of Doyle Carlyle Alexander and Geral- dine Huddleston Alexander, of Konawa, Okla. The couple will make their home in Seattle, Wash., after a honeymoon trip to Branson, Mo.
Cynthia Nichols Smith and Dean Alexander Carrie Wallace Mayes, right, a Chickasaw from Purcell, Okla., recently visited with State Rep. Lisa Serving in Iraq J. Billy and Floor Leader Greg Piatt on behalf of the American Cancer Society. Lighthorse D.A.R.E. visits Cub Scout Troop 13 Members of the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police recently visited Cub Scout Troop 13 in Ada. The officers took along the D.A.R.E. Hummer vehicle and made a presentation to the Cub Scouts. Officers Dusk Monetathchi and Steve Cash, along with Lighthorse chief Jason O’Neal, talked with the Scouts at First Methodist Church in Ada.
TSgt Robert Sherbourn Robert Bryan Sherbourne, Warrior. That makes me a war- TSgt, USAF, NCOIC, System rior, and in the spirit of the Administration, Kirkuk AFB Chickasaw, I believe in my heart Bryan is a friend, and a Chicka- I am one with your people. That saw Enterprise employee. He is makes me feel pride and great currently serving our country in honor.” the war in Iraq. In the spirit of our Chickasaw First frow from left, Ada Troop 13 Cub Scouts Tristan Marshall, T.J. Faulkner, Trenton I have the pleasure of cor- family please keep him and his responding with my friend and Daniel, Tanner Gilliam, Brooks Davis, Tanner Davis, Lincoln Gibson, Dalton Stillwell, family in your constant thoughts recently he sent me a letter and I and prayers. Pray for his safe Michael Newman, and Tristan O’Neal. Back row from left, Chief Jason O’Neal hold- desire to share some of the words existence there and safe return ing Lona O’Neal, Harley O’Neal, Justice O’Neal, Shelby Davis, Noah Gilliam, Jackson said with my Chickasaw family. home. Keep on smiling Bsure! Davis, Daniel Carpenter, Jacob Thorley, Jamie Earle, Cody Newman, Dakota Lovett, “Even though I am at Kirkuk Your friend and coworker, Brandon Todd and Lighthorse Police Officers Steve Cash and Dusk Monetathchi. AFB, we are really known as tlove Troop leaders not pictured are Dex Carpenter and Tina Davis. FOB (Forward Operating Base) April 2007 News of our People 13 Johnston County council hears of Lighthorse programs The Johnston County Chicka- within Johnston County. Dusk soda, chips and dip, cake and an embroidered ballcap and a 6:30pm. All Johnston County saw Community Council held its also does drive throughs at the St. Patrick’s Day cookies. A hand crafted desk organizer. Chickasaws are invited to attend monthly meeting on March 19, Overton James Apartments and ticket drawing was then held Meetings are held the 3rd Mon- and participate. 2007. President Ann Fink read the Capital Building area in the for two Easter bunnies/candy, day of each month beginning at March events in our Chickasaw Hummer vehicle. He stated history from the Chickasaw he always stops for kids that calendar. Guest speakers for this want to see the Hummer. Brad Texas council meets in Austin meeting were Dusk Monetath- Holloway and dog Kai gave a AUSTIN, Texas - Approxi- his family’s reunion and nam- Chickasaw artifacts. chi, Brad Holloway and Allison talk and demonstration of how mately 30 were in attendance ing ceremony during which all We were pleased to have in Russell from the Chickasaw dogs are trained and showed the at the Northern Section of the family members were given attendance, Jim and Joyce Her- Nation Lighthorse Police. Dusk group their drug sniffing capa- Chickasaw Council of Central Chickasaw names. His aunt rington, parents of John Her- teaches D.A.R.E. classes at the bilities. Everyone then went and South Texas meeting Feb- was the honored storyteller, Te rington, the first Native Ameri- Middle Schools in Tishomingo, outside to watch a dog felony ruary 22, 2007 in Austin. The Ata. Gene also related that the can Indian astronaut who flew in Ravia and Mill Creek. He apprehension demonstration next meeting for the Northern Chickasaw Historical Society is space on a shuttle mission. We presented the neighborhood with Allison Russell wearing Section will be March 22 at the asking for donations of artifacts look forward to future meetings watch program which started a specially made jacket. The same location and time. The that could be incorporated in with our fellow Chickasaws. in 2002. If any neighborhoods dogs are trained in German lan- next quarterly meeting of the the newly renovated museum in For further information re- are interested, they can organize guage because the words are so Chickasaw Council of Central Tishomingo. garding the Northern Section a meeting and the Lighthorse different from each other. The and South Texas will be April 21 The remainder of the evening Chickasaw Community Coun- Police will come and place officers handed out pens and in San Antonio. Representatives was spent enjoying refresh- cil of Central and South Texas signs in the community. The business cards and everyone was from the Chickasaw Heath Divi- ments, meeting fellow Chicka- please contact Gene Thompson, Lighthorse Police uses trained invited to look inside the Hum- sion are scheduled to speak. saws, sharing information and (512) 258-7919 or genevivianth canines for narcotics and bombs. mer police vehicle. The meeting Board vice chairman Gene viewing board member Jay [email protected]. They can work with deputies concluded with refreshments of Thompson briefly discussed Hurst’s family collection of CHICKASAW COMMUNITY COUNCILS MONTHLY MEETINGS ~~~ Meetings are subject to change, please call the contact person to confirm ~~~ Ada Chickasaw Community Council Northern Pontotoc Chickasaw Community Coun- CALIFORNIA ~~~ Ada, OK cil Inland Empire/Desert Cities Chickasaw Community 3rd Thursday at 6:30 pm Newcastle, OK Council Marie Bailey Community Center 2nd Thursday at 7:00 pm Banning, CA Lura Mullican Chickasaw Enterprises Training Center 3rd Thursday at 6:30 pm 580-272-5085 400 NW 32nd Hwy. 37 Call for location [email protected] Newcastle, OK Lynn M. Dorrough, Chair Tom Hogland, Chair 909-213-7273 Connerville Area Chickasaw Community Council 405-381-2268 [email protected] Connerville, OK Tue. before the 3rd Fri. of the month at 6:30 pm OKC Metro Chickasaw Community Council KANSAS ~~~ Connerville Chickasaw Senior Citizen Site Oklahoma City, OK Chickasaw Community Council of Wichita, KS Emma Mcleod 1st Tuesday at 7:00 pm Wichita, KS 580-836-7871 Lakepointe Towers, Sixth Floor 3rd Sunday at 3:00 pm [email protected] 4005 N.W. Expressway Call for Location Oklahoma City, OK Lynn Stumblingbear, Chair Duncan Chickasaw Community Council Betty Smith, Chair 316-945-9219 Duncan, OK 405-348-7459 [email protected] Meetings held quarterly [email protected] Pam Harjo, Vice-Chair Call for information 316-393-0696 Sherri Rose, Chair Purcell Chickasaw Community Council 580-255-0152 Purcell, OK TEXAS ~~~ [email protected] 4th Tuesday at 6:00 pm Chickasaw Community Council of Central and Regional Office – 1601 S. Green Ave. South Texas Johnston County Chickasaw Community Council Keith Shackleford, Chair San Antonio, TX Area Tishomingo, OK 405-527-5745 Call for time and location 3rd Monday at 6:30 pm [email protected] Michele Moody, Chair Call for location information 210-492-2288 Ann Fink, Chair COLORADO ~~~ [email protected] 580-371-3351 Chickasaw Community Council of Colorado flora.fi[email protected] Denver, CO North Texas Chickasaw Community Council 2nd Saturday at 11:30 am Dallas/Fort Worth Area, TX Marshall County Chickasaw Community Council Call for location 3rd Saturday at 3:00 pm Enos, OK – 2nd Tuesday at 7:00 pm Carol Berry Call for location Enos Fire Department 303-235-0282 John C. Atkins, Chair Sara Lea, Chair [email protected] 972-271-0692 580-564-4570 [email protected] [email protected] Linda Hewitt, Secretary 214-543-1080 [email protected] 14 News of our People April 2007 OKC Metro Council meets at new NW Expressway location Join us for our monthly Okla- cussed by Resource Specialist, Council. can Indians who live outside 7874 for the details. homa City Metro Chickasaw Linda Williams, from the Pro- Tom Palmer has volunteered the tribal jurisdictional areas Stormy Bryant has re- Community Council meeting gram Operations Department to donate a TV and VCR for in Oklahoma County. Call Mr. sumed teaching the Chicka- on Tuesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m. through the Purcell Area Office. the Kid’s Room; and, others are Williams at 405-810-9202 or saw Language Class on Thurs- at our beautiful new location She will make a presentation bringing Disney type movies visit the website www.uuic.org day evenings at 7:00 p.m. on the sixth floor of Lakepointe and provide applications and for them to watch. We are also for more information. Flash cards will be given to the Towers, 4005 Northwest Ex- information for the Elderly asking for gently loved toy do- Special thanks go to all first 50 people at our April 3 pressway in Oklahoma City. We Energy and Emergency Utility nations for the area. Norma is the people who helped move monthly council meeting. have scheduled two speakers Programs for Chickasaw Citi- happy to answer any questions our furnishings this past Stormy is also chair of the with important information for zens living outside the service you may have about the Kid’s month to our new location. committee to organize a monthly our members. boundaries of the Chickasaw Room; and, you can call her at It was a dirty job; however, we all Elders Day at our Council. In- Everyone is welcome to attend Nation. 405-722-4118. enjoyed working together. Our terested members should contact our activities. On April 3, arrive Linda will return to our Council Neal McCaleb of the Chicka- Council is composed of the him at 405-755-6983 with sug- early at 6:00 p.m. to socialize at Lakepointe Towers on Thurs- saw Nation Industries deserves greatest people; and, they can gestions for this activity. and enjoy refreshments. Our day, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. - applause for stepping up to the always be counted on to help If you would like to make an council will serve sandwiches 4:00 p.m. She will assist elders podium when our speaker was We are all looking forward to announcement on our website, and soft drinks. Bring your in completing the applications unable to appear last month. His the bus trip to Tupelo, Missis- contact Secretary Charlotte favorite dish to share. for energy assistance. Please presence was an unexpected sur- sippi this year. Pat Bartmess Hulsey at 405-201-3164. Check Kelley Riha will talk about call the Purcell Area Office, 405- prise; and, he brought a wealth and Pam Conard are heading out our website at www.okc- “Oklahoma Voices,” a new 527-6667 for information. of knowledge and experience to up the bus trip committee in- chickasawcouncil.org. program at the Metropolitan Li- We have created a Kid’s our Council. cluding fund raising. This is This has been a very busy and brary System. They are search- Room for parents at our Mr. McCaleb graciously an- the 170 anniversary of the re- exciting year for our Council. Par- ing for people to tell their story monthly meetings. Norma swered many questions about moval of our ancestors to Indian ticipation in activities has quickly of living in Oklahoma. We hope Barnes will be in charge of CNI and offered assistance to Territory. We are asking for sug- exceeded our expectations. If some of our Council members managing a “parent watch” over our members regarding other gestions for a special project to you live in the Oklahoma City will volunteer for this special children visiting our Council. programs. Over 80 people en- honor our ancestors on this trip. metro area and have never at- project. This will enable young fami- joyed his presentation. tended a Council meeting, this A “hot” issue will be dis- lies to become active in our Wilford Williams of the Unit- MaryAnn Lee, Vice Chair, is is a fantastic time to join in the ed Urban Indian Council, Inc. finalizing plans for the Moccasin fun. also spoke last month at our Class. Judy Ashley will be re- If you have any questions Wichita Council welcomes liaison Council. The UUIC provides turning in April so we may finish about the OKCMCCC, call WICHITA, Kan. - We had a about the Civil War era. For employment and job training our Pine Needle Basket Class. Chair Betty Smith at 405-348- good meeting in March. The more information you might opportunities to eligible Ameri- Contact MaryAnn at 405-341- 7459. weather cooperated quite nicely. like to see her story at www. We didn’t have a speaker from vinnieream.com
was chartered by the U.S. Olym- Police officers and employees of portunity to talk to the students pic Committee as the national the Youth and Family Services about his Olympic experienc- governing body for the sport of Division received instruction es. shooting in 1995. in coaching competitive target He began shooting an air rifle He said involvement in com- shooting. in his backyard at an early age petitive shooting has helped “This clinic is a once-in-a and later learned about competi- many young people improve lifetime experience for these tive shooting from a friend of their grade point averages and students to learn from Olym- his father. develop important life skills. pic medalists,” said Gov. Bill Learning about competitive “Targets provide immediate Anoatubby. “It is also a great shooting “changed his life,” he feedback on your performance,” opportunity to begin building said. “I have had lots of great he said. “If you focus and con- a competitive target shooting experiences. I have friends scat- centrate you get tens. If not, you program for the future.” tered all over the world. get something less.” Foth said he was “very im- “It takes a lot of work, but I Target shooting, Foth said, can pressed” with the students who love it. I wake up in the morn- help young people improve fo- attended the clinic. ing and think ‘I get to go to the cus, concentration and develop “These kids have been incred- (shooting) range.’” problem solving and analytical ible,” he said. “Every single one Emmons attended the Univer- Katie Mitchell preparing to shoot. skills. of them has been on task for a sity of Alaska-Fairbanks, where Emmons agreed. solid four hours. he won multiple individual sport, he seldom gets the op- recreation program. He con- “It teaches you so much that “They are really excited. One NCAA Championships and was portunity because he shoots in tinued shooting competitively you can apply in your life,” he of the kids was actually running captain of University national approximately 30 competitive and earned college scholarships said. to get to the classroom to learn. I championship team. He also events around the world each for his skills as a competitive Steve Scott, host of Steve used to teach math and physics, earned academic All-American year. shooter in NCAA events. Scott’s Outdoor Guide, and and I never saw kids running to honors four times. Foth, who won silver in the Currently, Foth is director of Safari Hunter’s Journal, helped the classroom,” he said. Emmons said a college coach 1992 Olympics, started shooting youth development programs at organize the clinic and plans to Foth said he was also very explained the steps necessary to at age 14 as part of a summer USA Shooting. The organization feature it as part of an upcoming impressed with the group of prepare and earn a place on the broadcast. coaches who were trained Tues- U.S. Olympic team. Chickasaw Marine legendary “Some of these kids have a day prior to the clinic. “He laid it all out and I thought, lot of talent,” said Scott, who “They were able to develop ‘I can do that.’” battlefield marksman, sniper added it was “really interesting” a rapport with the kids and dig Katie seemed to have a similar to watch the students interact right in on the technical stuff,” thought during the clinic. and other awards too numerous with the coaches and learn the said Foth. “You really have the “When I saw the poster of the to mention. fundamentals of the sport. seeds of a great program here.” girl who won gold in the 2000 After retirement, he was called Scott and Foth brought several Emmons, Foth, Scott and Olympics, I thought ‘I want back into service to share the se- highly qualified instructors to other coaches worked closely to do this. I want to be a gold crets of his shooting skills with teach Chickasaw employees with students throughout that medalist.’” young recruits in Vietnam. how to coach students. first day of the clinic. Contributed by Tony Choate, “He was the only guy in the Several Chickasaw Lighthorse Emmons also took the op- tribal media relations. history of the Marine Corps ever to shoot a perfect score on the 250-point competition qualifica- Sgt. Mitchell marksmanship awards tion course,” said John Culbert- Below is a partial listing of Association match that year. which won the enlisted men’s son, a former Marine and author V.D. Mitchell’s marksmanship 1958: Coast Guard Trophy national trophy at Camp Perry of several books chronicling V.D. Mitchell accomplishments. (provided by at the National Rifle and Pistol with 882 of 900. the exploits of Marine snipers John J. Culbertson) Match with a perfect 100 with 1962: Member of Marine While few outside the armed in Vietnam. “All Marines have 1954: Intramural Small- 15 hits in the small “v” at 1,000 Corps Smallbore Rifle team forces have heard of Gunnery to shoot that. I shot a 232 on it, bore Match Winner (USMC meters at Camp Perry National which won “Virginia Winner’s Sgt. V.D. Mitchell (USMC, ret.), and that’s pretty good. Mitchell Schools) Matches. Mitchell was also part Gallery League” winning 10 of he is a legend among Marine shoots a 250 out of 250. He’s 1955: Camp Lejune - South- of the winning “Blue Team” 12 matches. Corps snipers and special forces done it several times.” eastern Regional High Power personnel in other branches of At Culbertson’s urging, Sgt. Matches. Mitchell fired new the armed services. Mitchell donated trophies, pho- world record (496 of 500) and Chickasaw Foundation seeks Sgt. Mitchell, a Chickasaw tos, memorabilia, his uniform qualified for national matches born in Madill, Okla. in 1926, complete with medals and nu- 1956: Camp Perry - Mitchell t-ball teams for tournament served with distinction as a merous other items to the Okla- scored 246 of 250 with 19 hits The Chickasaw Foundation an accuracy test, around the horn World War II rifleman and snip- homa Historical Society. in small “v” inside bull’s-eye to is looking for T-ball teams to and base running. Prizes will be er. He fought his way through These generous gifts, which win Individual National Rifle participate in its annual six-and- awarded to contest and tourna- the Japanese islands of Saipan, will be displayed at the Okla- Championship. under t-ball tournament April ment winners. Tinian and Okinawa, and later homa History Center currently 1957: Marksmanship Training 20-22, 2007 at Kiwanis Park in Please contact the Chickasaw served in China and on the fro- under construction east of the Unit Match - Mitchell scored a Ada, Okla. Foundation at 580-421-9030 or zen fields of Korea. state capitol, will give thousands possible 250 of 250 at Camp The entry fee is $75 per team by email at He also set several world re- of future visitors to the center Matthews. That same year, with 10 teams participating. It is chickasawfoundation@chick cords in shooting competitions, some insight into the life and Mitchell fired a 300 of 300 with a double-elimination tournament asaw.net for registration infor- winning the National Service service of Sgt. Mitchell. 40 hits in the small “v” inside the and eligible players must have mation. Rifle Championship in 1955 bull’s-eye Marine Corps Recruit been six years old or younger and 1958, as well as the Daniel Contributed by Tony Choate, Depot in San Diego, Calif. He on or before December 31, 2006. Contributed by Kandis Mur- Boone trophy, Dupont trophy tribal media relations. also won the Arizona State Rifle There will be contests including dock, tribal media relations. April 2007 Chickasaw Times 19 Chickasaws display work in ‘Issoba Chikasha Lowa’ show “My pony is named Star and is jumping over the fence to go play with the other horses.” Skye Shackleford Skye, 13, is in the eighth grade and attends home school. Her fa- vorite subjects are art and band. She enjoys all forms of music and crafts. One day Skye would like to be a doctor. “I love art that is colorful, realistic and anything that is about nature.” Madeline Smith Madeline is in the fourth grade at Washington Elementary in Purcell. This 10-year-old loves writing. She enjoys collecting snow globes and her favorite artist is Leonardo de Vinci. One day Madeline would like to be a teacher. “I love art that is colorful, pretty and shows emotion.” Masheli Billy, a sixth grade student at Purcell Elementary, Carol Taliaferro displays his Chickasaw Spirit Pony artwork at a recent Carol, 8, is in the third grade at Word of Life in Dibble. Her fa- student art show. Participants in the Chickasaw Nation Purcell eighth grade student, Brittani Schultz, poses with vorite subjects are word building After School Arts Program spent Friday afternoons for the artwork she created at the Chickasaw Nation After and English. She enjoys reading. a month studying the history of the spirit ponies and School Arts Program. The students created original piec- When she is older, Carol would creating their pieces. es inspired by the legends of the Chickasaw ponies. like to be a teacher. “I like being able to paint in On March 2, the Chickasaw flying remote control airplanes. “I think art is important be- Brooke is in the eighth grade the after school arts program.” Nation Division of Arts and Masheli would like to be a pilot cause people can express their and is home schooled. This Janis Taliaferro Humanities hosted the “Issoba one day. feelings and emotions.” 13-year-old enjoys taking art Janis is a 14-year-old in the Chikasha Lowa” Student Art “In my art work, my pony, Nakoma Hazlett classes. Her hobbies include ninth grade at Word of Life in Show in Purcell, Okla. Chickasa Anopa, is dancing Nakoma attends the fifth grade martial arts and singing. When Dibble. She enjoys voice les- In celebration of March be- around the fire and listening to at Purcell Intermediate. This she is older, Brooke would like sons and loves to sing. Janis ing National Youth Arts Month, the wolves howl.” 10-year-old enjoys math and is to direct and act in movies. would like to be a doctor. The students of the Chickasaw Na- Nahinli Billy very active in sports. When she “I think art is important be- name of her spirit pony is Faith tion After School Arts Program Nahinli, 9, is in the fourth is older, Nakoma would like cause you can express yourself or Hope. (ASAP) created their own art- grade at Purcell. He loves read- to be an interior designer or a and see how other people look “I like that I can express my- work for display inspired by ing. When he is older, Nahinli prosecutor. at things.” self and do whatever I want with the history of the Chickasaw would like to go to space. His “What I like most about the Katy Shackleford my painting.” horse, bred as a heavily muscled favorite artist is Picasso. after school art program is paint- Katy, 10, is in the fifth grade For more information about and powerful animal and used “I like how much fun the after ing and drawing.” and is also home schooled. She ASAP or other arts programs, for transportation, hunting and school arts program is, and it’s Raegan Knox enjoys math and band. Katy call (580) 332-1092. speed. also educational.” Raegan, 11, is in the fifth loves knitting, sewing and tae “Art is such a great way for Joel Hamdy grade at Purcell Intermediate. kwon-do. One day she would Contributed by Kerri McDonald, students to express themselves,” Joel is a 16-year-old tenth Her favorite school subjects like to be a doctor or a nurse. tribal media relations. stated Arts and Humanities divi- grader at Word of Life in Dibble. are language arts and science. sion administrator Lona Barrick. His favorite subjects are history One day Raegan wants to play “It is enriching and can be em- and science. Joel enjoys reading, softball and basketball for the powering to the artists.” drawing and writing his teen University of Oklahoma. Students worked in ASAP novel. He would like to be an “I love art that describes my each Friday afternoon for a author and illustrator. Indian culture.” month as they studied the leg- “I love art that is fantasy fic- Brittani Schultz ends and created their pieces. tion. I love mythical people and Brittani is a 13-year-old stu- The art show and reception gave animals – anything imagina- dent in the eighth grade at family members and the com- tive.” Purcell Junior High. She enjoys munity the opportunity to see Michaela Hazlett classes in life management and the students’ work. Michaela, 13, is in the seventh American history. Her special Artists who participated in the grade at Purcell Junior High interests include cheer, track and show included: School. She loves studying tae kwon-do. Brittani would like Masheli Billy pre-algebra. Special interests to be a doctor and cure cancer. Masheli is in the sixth grade include dance, softball and “My artwork is of a beautiful, at Purcell Intermediate. This basketball. One day Michaela but hidden place that makes you 12-year-old likes taking sci- would like to be an architect or think of a dreamy land.” ence in school. His hobby is a teacher. Brooke Shackleford 20 Chickasaw Times April 2007 Ardmore-area artists in ‘Issoba Chikasha Lowa’ show feelings.” Diamond Dennis Diamond, 10, is in the fourth grade at Franklin Elementary. She enjoys her bobbies of play- ing baseball and swimming. One day Diamond would like to be a teacher. “I love art that’s funny and colorful and is about animals and flowers.” Amber Lampkin Amber is in the eighth grade at Plainview Middle School. She is 13 years old and likes athletics. She lists her hobbies as running and drawing. When she is older, Amber wants to be a runner. Plainview Middle School sixth grader Joseph Carney “I like art because you can ex- shows his Chickasaw Spirit Pony artwork at a recent press your personality, thoughts Chickasaw Nation After School Arts Program art show. and feelings.” Carney was one of several Chickasaw students who Alexis Lewis participated in the program in Ardmore, Okla. Alexis is a 12-year-old in the seventh grade at Lone Grove ARDMORE, Okla. - In cel- what she wants to do when she Middle School. She enjoys ge- ebration of National Youth Arts grows up. ography. Her hobby is playing Month in March, The Chicka- “I think art is important be- softball. In fact, one day Alexis saw Nation Division of Arts and cause, when you have kids, you wants to be a softball pitcher. “I like art because it’s fun and Humanities hosted the “Issoba can help them with their art.” Alicia Alexander, a fourth grade student at Jefferson Chikasha Lowa” Student Art Brandon Battice I have fun things to do.” Elementary, displays the pieces she created at the Cameron Lewis Show in on March 9 in Ardmore, Brandon, 13, is in the sev- Chickasaw Nation After School Arts Program. The Okla. enth grade at Ardmore Middle Cameron is in the fourth grade Students who participated in School. He enjoys spelling class. students studied the legends of the Chickasaw Spirit at Lone Grove Middle School. the Ardmore After School Arts His hobbies include playing Pony and created original artwork with that theme. This 11-year-old likes taking Program (ASAP) created their football and basketball. Brandon “I love art that is about love, Lennon Carney math. His hobby is playing foot- own pieces inspired by the leg- has not yet determined what he is colorful, beautiful and real- Lennon is a 17-year-old in ball. When he is older, Cameron end and histories of the Chicka- wants to do when he’s older. istic.” the 11th grade at Plainview wants to skateboard. saw Spirit Ponies – a breed that “In my work, my pony, Night- Amanda Carney High School. He likes computer “What I like most about the is very rare today, and believed fire, is running in the dark and Amanda, 12, is in the sixth classes. Lennon’s hobby is play- after school arts program is that by some to be extinct. following the moon.” grade at Ardmore Middle School. ing stickball. He doesn’t know it’s fun!” Stringfellow Lewis Students gathered each Fri- Lea Bob She enjoys spelling. Her hobbies what he wants to do with he’s day afternoon for a month and Lea is a 13-year-old in the are playing basketball and vol- older. Stringfellow, 10, is a fourth learned about the legends of the eighth grade at Ardmore Middle leyball. One day, Amanda would “I like that I get to do some- grader at Lone Grove Middle Chickasaw horse. The students School. She loves athletics – es- like to be a nurse. thing different in the after school School. His favorite subject is spent time painting, drawing and pecially basketball. Lea lists her “I enjoy the after school arts arts program.” math. He likes playing football. crafting their artwork. hobby as talking on the phone. program because I can exchange Anthony Cass-Reed One day Mr. Lewis would like “By offering young people When she is older, she wants to ideas.” Anthony is 11 years old and to be a policeman. this chance, students are able to play basketball in college. Jace Carney in the fourth grade at Jefferson. “I like art because I can express themselves in an artistic “I enjoy the after school arts Jace is a 13-year-old in the His favorite class is science. He draw.” way,” Arts and Humanities divi- program because I can be with seventh grade at Ardmore Mid- really enjoys building. When he For more information about sion administrator Lona Barrick other Native Americans.” dle School. He likes physical grows up, he wants to tell people ASAP or other arts programs, said. “Art provides opportuni- Chasity Bruner education and enjoys skate- about God. call (580) 332-1092. ties for self expression, and for Chasity is in the eighth grade boarding. Jace hasn’t decided “I think art is important be- Contributed by Kerri McDonald, many, the opportunity to find at Ardmore Middle School. This what he wants to do with his cause you can express your tribal media relations. real meaning in their lives.” 14-year-old enjoys language arts life yet. Parents, relatives and com- and likes to talk to friends. When “My pony’s name is Quicksil- munity members were able to she is older, Chasity wants to ver and I have a dream catcher visit the art show and reception own her own salon. in the background.” to view the students’ finished “I think art is important be- Joseph Carney pieces. cause it’s fun and cool.” Joseph is in the sixth grade at Artists who participated in the Courtney Bruner Plainview Middle School. This show included: Courtney is 11 years old 12-year-old likes taking math. Alicia Alexander and attends the sixth grade at He enjoys art and drawing. Alicia is 11 years old and is Ardmore Middle School. She When he is older, Joseph would in the fourth grade at Jefferson likes math class. Her interests like to be a basketball player. Elementary. Her favorite class include skating, art and being “My favorite artist is Jerome is math. Alicia enjoys collect- with friends. She would like to Tiger and the drawing of the ing rocks. She has not decided be an art teacher. Indian drum.” April 2007 Chickasaw Times 21 Election rules revised, ‘Dynamic Women of the Chickasaw continued from page 2 Rita Loder, Chickasaw Nation between mailing of ballots and Nation’ to be recognized at ECU forum Election Secretary. “This makes election day will emphasizes it easy for the candidates to con- the importance of the voting ADA, Okla. - The Chickasaw experience and the panelists’ audiences alike. tact voters individually.” process,” said Mrs. Loder. “Vot- Nation, along with East Central personal endeavors. “We look forward each year An updated list is provided ers will still have more than six University, will proudly host the “The forum is a celebration to this forum as one of our most after voter registration closes. weeks from the time filing closes 2007 Dynamic Women of the of the lives and experiences of rewarding events,” said Lona Voters will have more flex- to make their decisions.” Chickasaw Nation Forum at 7 great women of the Chickasaw Barrick, administrator for the ibility to register under the new Legislators also approved p.m., on Thursday, April 12, in Nation - women who play a Chickasaw Nation Division of rules, according to Mrs. Loder. an application for fed- the ECU Raymond Estep Mul- major role in formulating the Arts and Humanities. “These New rules will enable voters to eral funding of family vio- timedia Center in the University next generation of Chickasaw women touch our own lives as register up to three weeks prior lence prevention program. Student Center on campus in women,” said Chickasaw Nation we listen to not only the trials to the election. Previously, reg- The program will provide assis- Ada, Oklahoma. Governor Bill Anoatubby. but the many triumphs of their istration closed approximately tance for family members leav- This exciting forum is present- Among the women honored Chickasaw experience.” four weeks prior to the election ing an abusive situation as well as ed annually by the Chickasaw previously, panelists and mod- ECU’s Native American Stu- Deadline for voters to return counseling and other assistance. Clemente Humanities Studies erators have included artists, dent Association will host a re- ballots has been changed to 15 A utility easement for the Dun- program through the Chicka- writers, educators, health pro- ception immediately following days after ballots are mailed. The can senior nutrition site and two saw Nation Division of Arts fessionals, governmental leaders the forum. previous deadline was approxi- agreements to provide rights of and Humanities in partnership and cherished elders, among For information about the mately four weeks after mailing. way in Love County were also with ECU. The event salutes the others. Rich with wit, wisdom 2007 Dynamic Women of The “We believe reducing the time approved. valuable contributions, talents and invaluable insight into Chickasaw Nation Forum, call and skills of dynamic Chicka- Chickasaw history, culture and the Chickasaw Nation Division saw women through a candid experience, the forum has es- of Arts and Humanities, at (580) CHANGES TO ELECTION question-and-answer format on tablished itself as an evening 272-5520. RULES & REGS: topics related to the Chickasaw to remember for panelists and 1. Filing period changed from 5 days to 3 days.
2. Filing fees from $1,500 to $2,500 for gubernatorial teams.
3. The date for the mailing of ballots changed from 4 weeks prior to Election Day, to 2 weeks prior to Election Day.
4. Election date changed from the 3rd week in August to the 4th week in July.
5. Run-off election date changed from the 3rd week in September to the 4th week in August.
6. Oath of Office ceremony time changed from 1:30 p.m. to 11:00 a.m.
7. Recount fee increased from $250 to $1,000. The Chickasaw Nation 2007 tribal election positions up for election Governor/Lt. Governor JUDICIAL POSITIONS Judge, Seat 2 LEGISLATIVE POSITIONS Pontotoc District, Seat 5 Pickens District, Seat 3 Tishomingo District, Seat 2 Panola District, Seat 1 Contact your election office Those wishing to contact the Chickasaw Election Office may do so at one of the following: P.O. Box 695, Ada, OK 74821 (580) 310-6475 phone (580) 310- 6474 Fax Toll Free 1-888-661-0137 Chickasaw.net then click government. 22 Chickasaw Times April 2007 Chickasaws help emphasize culture in teaching methods EDMOND, Okla. - Dozens of Indian students and how to in- Darrell Walker led a session teachers from across the state corporate Native culture into the where he taught participants to learned to better work with In- classroom. make dream catchers they were dian students and to incorporate Ms. Morrison demonstrated able to take to class afterward. American Indian culture into the several projects which could be He helped participants feel classroom during the “Connect- completed using low cost ma- comfortable by explaining that ing to American Indian Learn- terials such as paper, glue and the process itself has value. ers” conference. colored pencils. “Don’t worry about how the Several Chickasaw citizens One of those projects was dream catcher looks. It takes and employees participated in drawing a mandala. practice,” he said as he urged the conference Saturday, March Using different size circular everyone to be creative in their 10 at the University of Central objects and a ruler, participants work. Oklahoma. learned to create the design, Laura Clark taught a session The conference is designed to which consists of a large circle on teaching native languages help educate the educators about with two smaller circles inside. through story, art and song. characteristics and identities of Ms. Morrison explained the Trina Jones taught a session American Indian students. four sections of the smallest explaining how to teach students Laura Morrison, manager of circle can be used to teach the to make warrior masks. the Chickasaw Nation Arts in importance of balancing the Pam Aguilar, Stephanie Scott, Stephanie Scott and Brandon Blankenship on stage Education department, led a ses- mental, physical, emotional and Jeremy Wallace and Brandon during closing ceremonies of the “Connecting with sion on how to incorporate Na- spiritual aspects of life. Blankenship presented a one-act American Indian Learners” conference. tive American art on a budget. She pointed out to teachers play during closing ceremo- She said several teachers that the lesson drawn from nies. commented that the conference Native culture is important had helped them gain a better to all students, regardless of Contributed by Tony Choate, understanding of American heritage. tribal media relations. ‘Bridge’ meeting connects tribal governments, Forest Service Attendees traveled from as from several tribal representa- of Anthropology at the Univer- far as Arkansas, Georgia, Loui- tives, archaeologists, professors, sity of New Mexico. siana and Texas to take part in environmental specialists and This was the sixth year for this information sharing and Forest Service professionals. the event and the Chickasaw consultation event. The confer- The event also included a recep- Nation’s first time to host. ence included presentations and tion with keynote speaker Dr. Contributed by Kerri McDonald, question-and-answer sessions Joe Watkins, associate professor tribal media relations. Arts Academy enrollment now open! The Chickasaw Nation Divi- tion by composers, musicians, Central University in Ada. sion of Arts and Humanities is dancers, artists, performers, “This is an exciting oppor- once again hosting the Chicka- media experts and writers. tunity for students interested saw Summer Arts Academy “The academy creates a great- in the arts to gain valuable ex- (CSAA) for students interested er awareness of our unique cul- perience from highly qualified in acting, dancing, music, writ- ture through the promotion of and professional instructors in Chickasaw Nation Cultural Resources Department ing or art. artistic expression and achieve- each field,” said Lona Barrick, The academy begins July 16 ment,” Gov. Bill Anoatubby administrator for the division Director Eddie Postoak, right, poses with three on the campus of East Central said. “We are happy to be able of Arts and Humanities. “Full distinguished guests from the U.S. Forest Service University in Ada, Okla. This to offer this exciting opportunity commitments from prospective (USFS) during the “To Bridge a Gap” Conference incredible two-week, action- to Chickasaw and other Native students begin with the audition hosted by the Chickasaw Nation in March. The packed opportunity offers the American youth.” process and are paramount to a guests include USFS Tribal Relations Program Man- rare chance to experience hands- All interested students are memorable and valuable educa- ager Alan Dorian of Louisiana, USFS Director of the on, professional instruction from required to attend one of the tional experience.” experienced instructors who audition and orientation sessions All students accepted into Office of Tribal Relations Fred Clark of Washington, excel in the arts. to be eligible for consideration the academy are required to D.C. and USFS Southern Region Director of Planning CSAA offers intensive, de- to attend the academy. The first sign letters of commitment, at- Chris Liggett of Georgia. tailed and culturally sensitive session will be offered from 9 tendance and code of conduct instruction in both group and a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, April agreements. GOLDSBY, Okla. - The with the U.S. Forest Service. one-on-one classes in visual 14, in the recital hall on the first Space is limited. Please con- Chickasaw Nation recently It is designed to strengthen arts, drama, dance, literary arts, floor of the Music Education tact Julie Burwell, special proj- had the pleasure of hosting ap- government-to-government re- video production, vocal perfor- Building at the University of ects director, at (580) 272-5520 proximately 150 participants lationships between the United mance and music composition. Central Oklahoma in Edmond. or Laura Morrison, arts in educa- and guests at the “To Bridge a States Department of Agricul- Component sessions empower The second audition and orienta- tion manager, at (580) 332-1092 Gap” Conference at Riverwind ture (USDA) U.S. Forest Ser- students to explore exciting tion session is scheduled from 9 for more information about the Casino in Goldsby. vice and federally recognized opportunities in the fields of art a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, May 5, 2007 Chickasaw Summer Arts This four-day conference is tribal governments with inter- while they gain valuable experi- in Faust Auditorium located in Academy. an annual event in collaboration ests in area forests. ence and professional instruc- Faust Hall on the campus of East April 2007 Chickasaw Times 23 40 graduate Ardmore class Chickasaw language students complete 10-week course officials calculate the number of Each of 10 fluent speakers will fluent speakers, it will also help be teamed with an apprentice establish guidelines for selecting who has some knowledge of the participants for the master-ap- Chickasaw language. prentice language program. Teams will make a commit- This program will pair fluent ment to spend two hours each speakers with apprentices who day five days per week com- are willing to devote the time municating in the Chickasaw and effort necessary to become language. fluent speakers in 18 to 24 months. Rabies clinics set American Indian pet owners 10 a.m. – Noon are invited to bring their cats Pauls Valley and dogs for a free vaccina- Thursday, May 10 Graduates paused for a group photo as they celebrated completion of the tion at one of several rabies Wacker Park 10-week Chickasaw language class in Ardmore. Forty graduates and friends clinics planned this spring. Across from the Fair Barns enjoyed traditional food and fun during the recent informal graduation gather- The clinics are sponsored by the 10a.m. – Noon ing at the Ardmore Communty Center. Chickasaw Nation Community Ada An informal graduation event He said he has seen growing are part of a comprehensive ef- Health Representatives (CHR) Friday, May 11 was conducted recently for 40 interest in learning the language fort to revitalize and preserve program and vaccines will be ad- Agri-Plex North Parking Lot students who have completed a since teaching a previous 10- the language. ministered by local veterinarians. 10 a.m. – Noon 10-week Chickasaw language week session at the Chickasaw The Chickasaw Nation was Participants should bring their Ardmore class at the tribal community area office. recently awarded a grant of more pets and their CDIB card to one Friday, May 11 center in Ardmore. While most of the students are than $93,000 from the Admin- of the designated locations dur- Between Ardmore Clinic and Classes are part of an ongoing Chickasaw, some are from other istration for Native Americans ing the hours listed below. Food Distribution Center effort to revitalize the Chicka- tribes and others are non-Indians to conduct a language survey Sulphur (Chickasaw Blvd.) saw language. who are simply interested in the and design a master-apprentice Friday, April 20 10 a.m. – Noon “Language is a vitally impor- language. language program. Sulphur Nutrition Site Ardmore tant part of Chickasaw culture,” “I am proud of the students “This survey is an important 401 E. Oklahoma Friday, May 25 said Gov. Bill Anaotubby. “We and their desire to learn,” said component of the Chickasaw 10 a.m. – Noon Between Ardmore Clinic and are extremely proud of the Mr. Willis. “If we can maintain language revitalization pro- Ada Food Distribution Center hard work these students have this level of interest, with the gram,” said Gov. Anoatubby. Friday, April 27 (Chickasaw Blvd.) invested to help revitalize and tribe’s help we can hold on to “Chickasaws everywhere have Agri-Plex North Parking Lot 10 a.m. – Noon preserve our language for future the knowledge of the language, an opportunity to take part in 10 a.m. – Noon For more information, contact generations.” the stories and songs that have this vital effort to preserve our Duncan the Ada Area Office at (580) Curtis Willis, of Marietta, been passed down throughout language for future genera- Monday, April 30 436-7256. Okla., has been teaching the the generations.” tions.” Fuqua Park Contributed by Kerri McDonald, classes. Language classes in Ardmore The survey will not only help Hwy. 81 & Beech Street tribal media relations. Chilocco School reunion set for June in Albuquerque The Chilocco National Alum- listed below for further infor- The 2007 Reunion Schedule: tion Continues, Hospitability reunion in Albuquerque and ni Association announces its mation: Thursday, June 7 and Memorabilia Rooms are return on Sunday, June 10. If all 2007 Annual Reunion hosted President, Betty Deer Shan- Vendors, Meeting Rooms, available to Alumni 55 seats are sold the round-trip by the Great Southwest Chapter non at (505) 296-5150 Memorabilia Room setups 10 a.m. CNAA Business cost will be $77 per seat. Those to be in Albuquerque, June 7, 8 Vice-President/PR, Tom Mark Friday, June 8 Meeting desiring a ride may reserve a and 9. All students, graduates, at (505) 869-2644 7:30 a.m. is Golf Clinic and 2 p.m. Golden Class of 1957 seat by March 16, 2007. employees, and relatives who Secretary-Treasurer, George Tournament, Contact Farrell Get-Together, Contact Keith A $50 deposit will be required. attended school or worked at England (816) 373-0505 Emhoolah Franklin If less than 35 seats are request- Chilocco Indian Agricultural Marketing Director, Keith 9 a.m. Reunion Registra- 6 p.m. Banquet Honoring ed, the bus will be canceled. For School are invited and encour- Franklin (505) 291-1880 tion Begins, Hospitability and Golden Class of 1957, Hall of information or to reserve a seat, aged to attend. Athletic Director, Farrell Em- Memorabilia Rooms are avail- Fame Induction, cost $25 contact Dorcas Williams, 11059 The 2007 reunion will be at hoolah (505) 897-2050 able to Alumni 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Dancing to E. 14th Ct., Tulsa, OK 74128 or the Marriott Albuquerque Ho- 1957 Class Contact, Faith Ja- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Santa Fe Tour, Freddie Chavez Foundation, call (918) 234-5155 or contact tel, 2101 Louisiana Blvd. NE, cobs Castles (925) 937-1716 cost $48, contact Tour New Cost $10 your Chilocco Alumni Chapter Albuquerque, NM 87110. Call Needed are the following Mexico, Inc. Please note, you may pre-reg- President. (505) 881-6800 or 1-800-228- 1957 graduates’ addresses. Con- at 1-800-333-7159 ister for all events by sending a Hall of Fame Nominations 9290 to make hotel reservations. tact Faith Jacobs Castles or your 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Reception/ registration form and check for for 2007 are being accepted. Alumni nightly rate is $75, plus local CNAA Chapter president. Social Hour, cost $15 all events in advance to George Contact James Edwards for tax, if you register before May Lois Rudene Battiest, Cecelia Saturday, June 9 England, Secretary/Treasurer more information at (918) 742- 16. After May 16 the hotel rate Freeman Sampson, Elmer Perry 7 a.m. Veterans’ Breakfast, before May 16. 1549 or you may email him at will be $159, plus tax, so please Horne, Mary Jean Holahta, Lee Featuring Guest Speakers: Sur- A charter bus to Albuquerque [email protected]. register before the deadline. Anthony, David Lewis, Law- vivor of the Bataan Death March may be provided. A 55-pas- The Great Southwest Chapter rence Smith, Gerald Thomas, and Navajo Code Talker, cost senger bus will leave Tulsa and is hosting the reunion and you Jeraldine Virginia Ward, Caro- $18 Oklahoma City on Thursday, may contact any of the persons lyn White Rolland 9:00 a.m. Reunion Registra- June 7, 2007 for the Chilocco 24 Chickasaw Times April 2007 ‘Its About Money’ ‘Click, click’ banking now available at tribe’s Bank2 optional. lion full service financial institution by Bank2 as a financial service to for Native Americans, call toll-free Did I say easy? I thought I with headquarters in Oklahoma members of the Chickasaw Nation. nationwide, 1-877-409-2265 or did. Some of our customers City, Okla. Bank2 is owned 100% To learn more about the many great visit our Web site at www.bank2. just flat think Internet banking by the Chickasaw Nation. It’s financial services and Bank2 home biz is fun! You don’t have to like About Money is published monthly loan programs designed especially being the banker when you play Monopoly to enjoy Inter- net banking at Bank2. You can Diabetes prevention health fair April 3 ADA - The Chickasaw Nation a cooking demonstration at of all screenings. view account balances, transfer Diabetes Care Center will host noon. For more information, please money between accounts, pay a “Power of Prevention” Health Chickasaw Nation employees contact Shon McCage at (580) one-time and recurring bills and Fair 10 a.m to 3 p.m., Tuesday, who participate will receive a 421-4532 ext. 82252. much, much more! April 3 at the Diabetes Care certificate of completion for Contributed by Karissa Pickett, Did I say secure? I thought Center, 1001 N. Country Club Level 2 (EIP) upon completion tribal media relations. Ross Hill so. That’s right. 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Internet banking is here to stay Neva Harjochee from the Get biz. If you are interested in sav- Energy and Emergency Utility Contributed by Karissa Pickett, and it is fast, easy and secure. Fresh Program will conduct Did I say fast? I thought so. ing some ching, ching and tick, Programs from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. tribal media relations. By our best calculations it is at tick, then click, click banking least twice as fast for the aver- might just be for you. eBank2 age customer to do his banking banking is fast, easy and secure Dream of owning your own home? online versus getting in his car, and just a double click away! CHUKA CHUKMASI is a secondary market Conventional driving to Bank2, parking their Click. Click. Now that’s more Loan for Chickasaw Citizens and Chickasaw Nation Employees. car, conducting a transaction like! The CNDHTD can assist you with down payment and closing and then driving back home. Questions? Call toll-free na- costs. Qualified borrowers invest as little as $500.00. 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This program is open to Chickasaws and employees of the tion representative who visits tance, community health repre- Chickasaw Nation anywhere in the State of Oklahoma. The interest rate the third Monday of each month sentatives, or other programs, on the construction loan is only 5%, the term is 6 months and be prepared in Chickasha will now be avail- visit Bettie Black at Oklahoma to make interest payments on the construction loan during construction. able at an earlier time. Begin- Workforce, 301 S. 2nd Street Please call us for further information. ning April 16, the representative from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. will at Oklahoma Workforce For more information, call HOME IMPROVEMENT LOAN PROGRAM: Do you need to from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (405) 527-6667. make improvements to your home but just don’t have the money? Chickasaw Na- For more information, or to tion Division of Housing & Tribal Development’s Home Improvement Loan Program may be the answer. Maximum loan amount is $30,000.00; interest rate is 5% and maximum term is 10 years. You must be able to qualify for the loan, must have fee simple title and cannot already have a 2nd mortgage for home improvements. Available only for Chickasaws and employees HORSESHOEING of the Chickasaw Nation in the State of Oklahoma. Work must be completed by a licensed Shawn Williams contractor. (580) 622-2876 Chickasaw Nation Division of Housing & Tribal Development Kay Perry Kyra Childers (580) 320-3125 Director, GML, CHEC CHEC (580) 622-3316 (580) 421-8856 901 North Country Club (580) 421-8817 Summer Stick P.O. Box 788 Robert Ingram Ada, Ardmore, Sulphur Area Section Head, CHEC Ada, OK 74820 Loan Counselor Chickasaw Citizen (580) 421-8862 (580) 421-8867 April 2007 Chickasaw Times 25 February 2007 Students of the Month Students of the Month have tion programs such as “The senting a workshop at our Stu- her efforts high, B’s and A’s. She She will make a room light up been selected for February Chickasaw Children’s Choir” dent Council State Convention. participates well and is often a with her smile and personality. 2007 in all four districts of the and the after school art program. She is also a starter on the high peer tutor in class.” Taylor is a leader among her Chickasaw Nation. Alyssa is always willing to help school basketball team. McK- “Jackson Wallace is one fellow students.” Up to 24 awards are presented when needed and gets along enzie is a leader at our school of those students “Shannon Holland is an out- each month, as male and female with others. Alyssa is a very and I believe she will continue that every teach- standing student Student of the Month awards deserving young lady and your her leadership abilities beyond er dreams of hav- and person,” are available in elementary, consideration for this honor will high school.” ing in class,” said said Sue Kelley. middle school and high school be greatly appreciated.” “Jeffrey Wells is a young Mrs. Wittrock. “Shannon excels in each of the four districts of “Dineh Bohen is a very out- man who is very “He is always Shannon in what ever she Holland the Chickasaw Nation. standing student, outgoing and is Jackson doing what is sets out to do no Each Student of the Month re- role model and an asset to our Wallace expected of him matter if its school or athletics. ceives a recognition plaque and has great leader- campus,” said and if he has one of those rare Shannon does a lot of volunteer- a $25 Wal-Mart gift certificate. ship among his Angela Mar- moments where he isn’t, he cor- ing with the young students in All Native Americans students peers,” said Lisa tin. “He is very rects himself. Jackson always our school. She is going into with a Certificate of Degree of Lawson. “He is Jeffrey active in FFA, has his work done and it is done accounting. I think she should Indian Blood (CDIB) in grades an active partici- Wells Student Council, neatly. Polite manners and a go into teaching. She has such one through 12 attending partici- Dineh pant in the Gifted and varsity football and base- sweet disposition are qualities a way with children.” pating schools in the Chickasaw Bohan and Talented Pro- ball. He is very goal oriented that Jackson portrays in class “Justin Hilton is the most Nation are eligible for student of gram, Academic Bowl Team, and works hard to achieve his and out of the class, whether he awesome person the month. 2006-07 Spelling Bee Contes- goals. Jeffrey is also a polite and is at specials, recess or curricular I know,” said Sue Students are nominated by tant and Honors in our Homer generous young man, definitely activities. He is a joy to have in Kelley. “He is teachers, counselors, JOM co- accelerated Reading Program. a role model for Student of the class and very deserving of the such a joy, al- ordinators, principals, or other He demonstrates superb study Month.” ‘Student of the Month’ award. ways has a smile, school personnel in recognition skills, and is well liked by his Students of the Month for He is an outstanding representa- and always has of academic accomplishments, classmates. Dineh is one student the Pickens District are Alyssa tion of what the Chickasaw Na- positive attitude. leadership qualities, positive others look up to.” Howard, Franklin Elementary tion Education Division would You see, Justin Justin Hilton attitude, work ethic, citizenship “Kelsey Greenwood is a (Ardmore), Jackson Wallace, consider the perfect example of is mentally chal- and other criteria. dynamic young Plainview Elementary, Taylor a dedicated and hard-working lenged. Looking at him you see Following are Students of lady,” said An- Foster, Turner Jr. High, Shan- fourth grade student.” it, but being around him the only the Month, along with selected g e l a M a r t i n . non Holland, Turner High and “Taylor Foster is one of thing challenged is you. I have comments from those who “She is very ac- Justin Hilton, Turner High. those students the absolute privilege of teach- nominated each student. tive on campus, “Alyssa How- you enjoy being ing him, 2 days a week. Those Students of the Month for the participating in ard is a very around,” said Sue two days no matter how I feel, Tishomingo District are Victo- softball, basket- Kelsey r e s p o n s i b l e Kelley. “Taylor I know my day will start and ria Miller and Joshua Frazier, ball, track and Greenwood student,” said is an awesome end with a smile because of this Ravia Elementary. 4-H Club. She has also attended K. Thompson. Alyssa student, but what wonderful person.” “Victoria Miller is always several camps sponsored by the “She works hard Howard makes Taylor is Taylor respectful to her peers and Chickasaw Nation, primarily in class and her grades reflect the person she is. Foster teachers and is always willing softball camp and the Summer to participate in extracurricular Arts Academy. She performed a Chickasaw History Quiz: Post-Civil War Edition activities,” said Debbie Akins. dance she learned at the Summer “Joshua Frazier has a very Arts Academy for the elemen- By RICHARD GREEN positive attitude and is always tary students during Native 1. Which best describes the immigration to the Chickasaw Overton vigorously advocated willing to participate in extra- American.” Chickasaw Nation following Nation? keeping all non-Indians out of curricular activities,” said Deb- “Matthew Morehead is a the Civil War? A. railroads the Nation. What conviction bie Akins. new student to A. It was thinly settled with B. small number of federal did he base his view upon? Students of the Month for the our school this few white settlers. Chickasaws law enforcement officers and A. Keep tribal assets in Pontotoc District are Alyssa year. He has chal- lived in small settlements and courts Chickasaw hands Blankenship, Byng Elemen- lenged himself subsisted on game and from veg- C. reputation of Chickasaw B. Keep control of the tribe tary, Dineh Bohan, Homer El- academically by etables grown in small gardens. Nation for lawlessness in his own hands ementary, Kelsey Greenwood, taking Algebra B. The land was overrun D. tribal members willing C. Believed Indians were Stratford Jr. High, Matthew I as a 7th grader with criminal whites and blacks and able to help intruders evade superior to non-Indians Matthew Morehead, Stratford Jr. High, Morehead and has done who were refugees from other taxes D. Wanted federal control McKenzie Phillips, Roff High quite well,” said Angela Mar- lands. Chickasaws were forbid- 3. In the 1870s, two Chicka- of the tribe abolished and Jeffrey Wells, Stratford tin. “He qualified for Chickasaw den by the U.S. from arresting saw political parties emerged, 5. When the Secretary of In- High. Honor Club for the 1st and 2nd and prosecuting non-Indians. Nationals and Progressives. terior ruled the tribes permit “Alyssa Blankenship is a nine weeks. Matthew would be C. The Nation was a ref- What were their differences law was unconstitutional, how very intelligent and hard work- a great choice for JOM Student uge not for non-Indians, but for based upon? did Gov. Overton respond? ing young lady and is very seri- of the Month.” members of several other tribes A. pro-Oklahoma state- A. Resigned in protest. ous about her education,” said “McKenzie Phillips is very in flux due to the chaos of the hood vs. anti-statehood B. Shot and killed an in- Stephanie DelFrate. “I have i n v o l v e d i n American Civil War. B. pan-Indian advocates truder to teach others a lesson known Alyssa for the last year school activi- D. The land was in the vs. those favoring an indepen- C. Sent a letter over the as a fourth grade student and ties,” said Jana midst of a 20 year drought, dent course secretary’s head to the president find her to be a fine and respon- Stewart. “She which many Chickasaws be- C. one favored land allot- protesting the ruling sible young lady. Alyssa takes is President of lieved was a punishment from ment and one did not D. Ignored the ruling and part in many school activities our high school the Creator. D. traditional culture vs. launched a campaign against when possible and is a member Student Council. McKensie 2. Which of these choices was progressive, assimilative policy intruders to pay up or leave in numerous Chickasaw Na- She will be pre- Phillips not a factor in increasing white 4. Chickasaw Governor B.F. See Answers, page 42 26 Pride and Joy April 2007 Benjamin Lee Gold and Christopher Dustin Garrett Morgan Vititow Benjamin Lee Gold, 5, is the son of Billy Jack Gold and Starla Gold. He is the grandson of Bill Dustin Vititow is the and Vicky Gold, Harold and Gwenda Depasse grandson of Rosa Seeley and Donna Linton. – Vititow. Ben is our pride and joy because he brings Dustin Vititow is my pride laughter, happiness and love to our lives. He is and joy. He is 7 years old and full of questions and answers. He loves to watch attends Fillmore Elementary his papa drag race and ride in papa’s ’69 Camaro. School in Oklahoma City. He We were blessed the day Ben was born and we is very proud of his Indian love him very much. heritage. He loves baseball and soccer. Christopher Garrett Morgan, 2, is the son of Scott and Melissa Morgan. He is the grandson of Vicky and Bill Gold, Shelby and Gayle Morgan and Buddy Tartsah. He is the nephew of Rachael Tartsah, Marcus Tartsah and Stacy Morgan. Garrett is our pride and joy because he makes Braylon Noah Guerrero us laugh and reminds us to be thankful everyday for what we have been blessed with. He likes hotrods, Thomas the Train, riding the tractor Braylon Noah Guerrero is with papa and riding the four-wheeler with the son of Stevie and Noah grandma. We love Garrett very much and we Guerrero. He is the great- were blessed the day he was born. grandson of Jack Clapp. He can make anyone Ciriana Xotchil Chiffer smile!
Cirriana Xotchil Chiffer is the daughter of Jessica Luna and Carlos Chiffer. She is the granddaughter of Gaylynn Marris, Darlene Peterson, Carlos Chiffer and Sue and B.G. Caldwell. Hunner Payne This little princess is 10 months old. She’s our pride and joy because she brings joy to our life and happiness to our day. CeCe is her Hunner Payne, 5, is the son of Sally nickname and she has a smile of gold. CeCe is and Jason Payne. He is the grandson of always happy and loves to play outside. Gaylynn Marris and Patsy Payne, and the Thank you for letting us share this moment late Gilbert Payne. with our family and friends and everyone! He loves playing with his brother Fisher and going to school. We are so proud of him because he’ll graduate from Big Five this year and he’ll get to go to kindergar- Jessie Sandefur, Bea Brownen ten. and Mary Joe Byrd We love you!
Dakota Ace and Phil Joseph Mays
Dakota Ace Mays and Phil Joseph Mays are the sons of Steven and Lori Mays. They are the grandsons of Phil and Gwen Mays and David Stuckey and Linda Workman, and the great- grandson of Estalena Stuckey. Ace and Phil are our heart and soul, couldn’t The three sisters, Jessie Sandefur, Bea Brownen and Mary Joe ask for better. Byrd. Just like sisters to me. I love them. Love ya always and forever, Ruby Akins Dad and Mom April 2007 Pride and Joy 27 Alana Michele Sydney Elizabeth Criswell Grisham
Alana Michele Criswell, 14, is Sydney Elizabeth Grisham, 11, is the daughter of the daughter of Don and Kristina Don and Kristina Grisham. She is the granddaughter Grisham. She is the granddaughter of Myles and Sandy Homer. of Myles and Sandy Homer. Sydney won third place in her age group in the Mid- Alana completed her first half- South Half – Marathon in Wynne, Ark., on November marathon, the MidSouth Marathon 4, 2006 with a time of 3:36:02. She plays basketball on November 4, 2006. She finished with the Cabot Jr. Lady Pantehers. A traveling team fourth place in her age division. She that her Dad coaches, that plays year round. also plays softball on a traveling team.
Denzi Royce Pike Heath Lindsay Marie Denzi Royce Pike Heath is the son of Aviia Pike and Denton Heath. He is the grandson of Ben and Diana Grisham Pike. Denzi is my pride and joy because he embodies in- nocence and perfection. He’s only 5, but already shows signs of an old soul through his thoughtful reflections Lindsay Marie Grisham, 16, is and compassionate demeanor. the daughter of Don and Kristina In February of 2006, I became incarcerated for the Grisham. She is the granddaughter first time in both our lives. Throughout this ordeal, of Myles and Sandy Homer. Denzi has been a testament to our family’s strength and Lindsay completed the Little Rock love by continuing to excel in school. His reading skills Marathon, 26.2 miles, in Little Rock, have grown by leaps and bounds and he participates Ark., Sunday, March 4, 2007. Lind- in karate, t-ball, as well as shown a natural talent for say has also completed 8 marathons swimming. and 7 triathlons and is on the Cabot Denzi is my pride and joy because of the love I High School swim team. receive from him. When he comes to visit me, he is always happy, never questions our emotionally difficult situation – never cries or thrown tantrums when our visits are over. Allie Hope He knows mommy is on a “time-out” and one day I’ll be home. It’s both heart breaking and touching to hear him read to me, describe his day, talk about what we’ll do when I come home, and watch how strong he tries to be when visitation is over, and it’s time to Grisham say goodbye. Denzi is my pride and joy because he tries to help his grandparents whenever possible, Allie Hope Grisham, 7, is the daugh- without being asked – by helping Dad take his blood pressure or assisting my Mother around ter of Don and Kristina Grisham. She the house. Although only 5, he’s found balance between responsibility and playtime. is the granddaughter of Myles and My time is made easier by the reassuring feeling that he is always surrounded by love, Sandy Homer. continues to make the best of the current circumstances, and I know he’s comforted by his Allie won an art award at her grandparents in my absence, as they are also comforted by him. school, Magness Creek Elementary I have been so blessed by his love and presence in my life. Witnessing all that’s taken where she is in first grade. Allie plays place has helped me to firmly grasp what’s important and has been the best therapy for me, on the Ladybacks basketball team and and confident past mistakes will not be made again. just started playing softball. MaKynlee and Piper Norvell Cydnee Miller Piper Norvell is our pride and joy because of all she has accomplished MaKynlee and Cydnee Miller are the daughters of and because of the beautiful, mature Rick and Sherri Miller. They are the granddaughters woman she has become. She has main- of Robert and May Hamilton and Francis Miller. tained a 4.0 GPA while playing sports Makynlee and Cydnee are our pride and joy be- and excelling in all she does. She has cause of the laughter and smiles they provide us with also been accepted to OU for next everyday. MaKynlee and Cydnee each have very fall. We will miss her so much when unique personalities and each day with these little she goes to college, but know she will girls is both challenging and rewarding. We thank succeed and give us more reasons to the Lord each and everyday for bringing these two be proud of her!! precious little girls into our lives. 28 Pride and Joy April 2007
Jerimiah Isiah Kayla Jo and Neely Wood Christian Carlson Kayla Jo and Neely Wood are the daughters of Patricia Wood and Scott Wood of Tishomingo, Okla. Their Jerimiah Isiah Christian Carlson is the grandparents are Larry and Eugenia son of Les and Rebecca Carlson. Wood of Tishomingo, Phyllis Sey- This precious gift God has sent to us more of Bethany, Okla., and the late has made us realize how important life Joe Plumley. Great-grandparents really is to hold our son and to give him are Floyd and Joyce Hackworth of the love he deserves and to also comfort him in his little nightmares. Just to Bromide, Okla. have him look at us and smile makes our hearts melt. To watch him sleep Kayla Jo is 14 and a freshman at peacefully and smile in his dreams these are the precious reasons he is our Tish High School who is active in pride and joy. He was a pretty big gift weighing 9 pounds, 3 ounces and 21 softball, basketball, golf and cheer- inches long. We thank God for our bundle of joy. leading. Neely, 8, attends second Les and Rebecca Carlson grade at Tishomingo Elementary, and is active in soccer and little league softball. Both girls are on the Governor’s Chickasaw Honor Roll Alisha Scruggs, Tyrone and and Tishomingo Honor Roll. Kayla Jo and Neely are our pride Zachary Livermore and joy because they are both athletic and academic girls who take a lot of pride in trying to be the best that they can be. The girls are not perfect I am proud of my daughter - they fight a lot and give us many Alisha Scruggs, son-in-law Ty- grey hairs but I guess that is why we rone Livermore and grandson love them so much. Zachary Livermore. Love you both very much, Alisha and Tyrone were mar- Your Family ried March 2 in Denton, Texas. My daughter has been serving in the Coast Guard for over two years. She recently transferred from North Carolina to Topeka, Stevy and Justice Kansas, where she will work at the Federal Building. Tyrone Reeves is a stay at home dad for one- year-old Zachary. We are just so proud of all of them and Stevy and Justice Reeves are the children wish them the best of luck. of Tanae Reeves. They are the grandchildren Lots of love! of Tracie and Brian Carter and the late Steven From Mom D. Reeves. These children are my pride and joy because they light up our world and we love them very much. They keep us in smiles and make us Cheyanne Arkansas is the daughter of Margie laugh. They attend Harmony Free Will Baptist and Mike Arkansas and the granddaughter of Cheyanne Church and Stevy is a PreK student at Latta Caroline Krebbs. She is the granddaughter of Elementary School. the late Lizzy and Atchamn Arkansas and the Arkansas great-granddaughter of the late Clamy Brown an original enrollee. Vivianna Cheyanne Meagan Arkansas celebrated her sixth birthday on February 27. She celebrated her birthday with friends, Joshua Ratliff and Titsworth parents, Colten Wood and parents, also her Vivianna Titsworth is the daughter of cousins Macala and Steavi Purcell of Mustang, Laura Titsworth and the cousin of Alexa Okla., Patience Green of Tishomingo, Okla., Millican. and her parents, Tonya and E.J. Green. Among She is so beautiful and tiny. I’m glad I others were aunts and uncles, Mildred and got to meet her, she has changed my life in Johnny Taylor, Karen and Dewayne Carroll and a good way. God has brought this little girl her grandmother Caroline Krebbs. into my life so I could spend time with a new The theme for the party was Bratz. The friend. Vivianna, I know you can’t read yet kids enjoyed playing on the moon bounce and but I love you so much and I enjoy bonding busting the piñata. Cheyanne attends Ravia with you because your special. kindergarten school. Her parents are proud of Love your cousin, her because she is always on the A’s Honor Alexa Millican Roll. She enjoys reading books. April 2007 Pride and Joy 29 Sebastian and Jadan Miles Kashiria Price Jadan Miles is the pride and joy of my life because if its me or anybody Twins Sebastian and Kashiria Price are the chil- who needs help fixing, packing or doing dren of Kawima and Sebastian Price, Sr. anything Jadan is always willing to help These twins Sebastian and Kashiria Price are my out, even if he knows how to do it or pride and joy, they try to help out in anyway they not. He sure doesn’t mind trying. I’m can. Sebastian plays in all around sports and is very very sickly, he stays beside me, making good. Kashiria is lil Ms. Bossy. She likes running sure I take my medicine or have some- the family. They don’t get to visit often (they live thing to drink and eat. We’re like two in Texas,) but when they do they’re a bundle of joy. peas in a pod. He’s my other half. He’s I wouldn’t give anything in the world for either of what I live for. Jadan stays concerned them. about other people and their problems. Love Mammaw He’s not only my pride and joy he’s my Rock, my salvation, my soul mate.
Clay Bridges Lucas Matthew Clay Bridges is the son of Sandra and Lonnie Bridges and Delton and Shirley Sherrer Crutchfield. He is our pride and joy be- cause his love is natural and pure. When Lucas Matthew Sherrer is the son of Matt and you feel unloved just love him and he Ashlee Sherrer and the grandson of Brent and Janet loves you back and it’s real. Tevebaugh and the great-grandson of Jim and Jean Sandra Bridges Amerson. He is our first grandchild and he brings such joy to our lives. He’s the cutest kid in the world and he’s Landyn Allen Walker very funny. He makes us laugh everyday! Brent and Janet
Landyn Allen Walker is the son of Kenny and Amber Walker. He is our pride and joy because he is currently our only child and he is 6 Jacie and Ethan Crawford months old, as of the March 7. He is everything we have dreamed of and so Jacie and Ethan Crawford much more. He always brightens our are the children of Sarah and day with his laughter and smile. He is Eddie Crawford and the grand- our reason for living and the greatest children of John and Nadine gift God has given us. Underwood. Love, These children are our pride Mom and Dad and joy because my life was not complete until God blessed me with my kids and I treasure them everyday! Love, Their mother, Sarah Caden Bristow
Caden Bristow is the grandson of Kobey Alexander Bobbie Adams and Jim Ollis. He is four years old and loves to work with his Grumps in his garage Wall and ride his 4-wheeler. Caden is too smart to be real. He actually can use Kobey Alexander Wall is the son of Sommer an electric drill and screwdriver, paint and Stephen Wall. He has showed us God’s love and use a test light. He is his Grumps and purpose. helper in the workshop. Caden is our “pride and joy!” 30 Pride and Joy April 2007
Blake Cole Chelsea Asa James James James Blake Cole James is the son of Anna and Blake James. Chelsea James is the Cole you are developing daughter of Anna and into a great grandson and I Blake James. rejoice with you. Chelsea continue to think big and you will go places.
Dylan Autumn Thompson Asa James is the son of Anna Thompson and Blake James. Asa brings pride and joy Dylan Thompson is the through his uniqueness. son of Mary and Rodney Thompson. He is the grand- son of Deanna Kendall, Autumn Thompson is the Katrina Roberts and Buel daughter of Mary and Rod- Darshelle Roberts. ney Thompson. She is the Dylan is a great comedian granddaughter of Deanna Kendall and keeps everyone ener- Kendall, Katrina Roberts gized. and Buel Roberts. Autumn is a very lively softball player dear to the heart.
Dewayne Alyssa Kendall Kyle
Alyssa Kyle is the daughter of Marlena and Dewayne Kendall is the Justin Kyle and the grand- son of Mark and Tressa Ken- daughter of Judy Kyle and dall. Deanna Kendall. Dewayne you are a joy to Darshelle Kendall is the daugh- Alyssa is a sweet grand- have in my life. ter of Mark and Tressa Kendall. daughter to be around. Darshelle you are a wonderful asset to the family and I praise William G. Horn you. William G. Horn is the grandson of Beth E. Wilk- erson. Leila and He is my pride and joy because life has given him Silas Taylor many lemons and he just keeps making lemonade. Therefore, he remains my greatest hero and my “pride and joy.” William is 15 years old, Leila and Silas Taylor are the ¼ Comanche, 1/8 Apache children of Adrienne Taylor. and 1/16 Chickasaw. He is My kids are my pride and the great-great-grandson of joy. original enrollee Charlie I love you both very much. Harlie Moore, full blood Mom Chickasaw. April 2007 Pride and Joy 31 Patience Green Caden Jack Patience Green is the daughter of E.J. and Tonya Green. She is the granddaughter of Dewayne and Carey Karen Carroll, of Ravia, Okla., Mike Loper, of Okla- homa City, and Pam Green, of Tishomingo, Okla. Caden Jack Carey, 3, is the son of Patience was born July 25, 2006 at Mercy Memo- Nick Carey and Amber Bunyard. He is rial Hospital, Ardmore, Okla. She weighed 7 lbs and the grandson of Jack and Carol Bunyard 3 oz. and measured 20 inches. and Susie and Howard Carey. He is Patience is our pride and joy because she is a beauti- the great-grandson of Ms. Judy Fisher, ful baby girl and future princess. She loves to give lots the late George Fisher and Johnny and of hugs and kisses. She is a very happy and healthy Carol Manos. baby that we thank God for everyday. She will always This child is our pride and joy be- be our pride and joy. She loves to play with her cousin cause he brings a smile to our face Cheyanne Arkansas every chance she gets. Patience every day. He is always happy and full also loves to spend time with her grandparents, Karen of life. He enjoys playing baseball, rid- and Dewayne Carroll and Pam Green. Baby Patience ing his hummer outside on sunny days, makes everyday worth waking up to. singing, reading books, drawing and Mom and Dad going on weekend trips with mommy and daddy. We love you Caden! Jason Folsom, Amon and Colin Walker Lauren Dylan Kelso Burden
Jason Folsom, 7, Amon Walker, 5, and Colin Walker, 7 months are the sons of Wylarma Folsom and Jason Walker. They are the grand- sons of Wayne and Deborah Walker and Charles and Norma Folsom. Each one of them has something special inside of them. And when they grow older they will use the talent they have and make their parents and grandparents proud and happy. Zachary Sylvan Shelby Lynn Thomas Wyatt Audrey Thomas Shelby Lynn Zach- Hartley Hartley Thomas is the a r y daughter of Ja- Sylvan quie and John Thomas Phillips and i s t h e Carl and Laura son of Thomas. She J a q u i e is the grand- a n d daughter of J o h n Jack Shearer, P h i l - Phylis and Ev- lips and erett Delaney Carl and and Pearl Deal. L a u r a She is the great- T h o m - granddaughter as. He of Bessie and i s t h e Walter Capes. grandson of Jack Shearer, Phylis and Ever- Shelby is my pride and joy because she is always ett Delaney and Pearl Deal. He is the great- Lauren Burden, Dylan Kelso, Wyatt and Audrey Hartley, are there to help her mom cook, clean, watch all the grandson of Bessie and Walter Capes. the pride and joy of Linda Hartley, because they are the sweetest CSI shows and to gang up on all the guys at our Zac is my pride and joy because he has a most beautiful grandchildren I have. house. sense of humor and is always trying to make Lauren is learning the Chickasaw language and sings in the people laugh. He also gives great neck and Chickasaw Choir, Wyatt is 3 years old and Dylan and Audrey foot massages to his mom. are 19 months old. 32 Pride and Joy April 2007 Trysten Cook, Ethan Logan Hisaw Rylee Hisaw Weaver, Aidan Weaven Logan Hisaw, 8, and Rylee Hisaw, 2, are the daughters of Angie and Cory Christensen. They are the granddaughters of Billy Hisaw. They are sweet, lovable, and kind hearted. Both girls are very smart. Logan and Rylee are a lot alike but unique in their own way. I love them both with all my heart.
Trysten Cook is the son of Kelli and Mike Cook. Ethan Weaver is the son of Bryan and Reiko Weaver. Aidan Weaver is the son of Brent and Donna Weaver. My grandsons are my pride and joy of my family. They are the children of my 3 children who are also very proud of them. Jaydon LEvi Ellis Melissa Ellis Grandmother Janie Brady Walters
Joseph Colbert
Joseph Colbert is the son of Jesse and Michele Col- bert. He is the grandson of Jaydon Walters is the son of Edith Sparks and the great Jonathan and Raina Walters, and grandson of Luther and Mil- the grandson of Rita Loder. dred Kash and Lois Larson. Jaydon is my “go with the He is a great kid. He brings flow” little man. He is very joy to our entire family. charming and loveable. Love MeMaw Rita Levi “Scooter” Ellis is the son Melissa “Peanut” Ellis is the of Bo and Amie Ellis, and the daughter of Bo and Amie Ellis, grandson of Rita Loder. and the granddaughter of Rita Scooter is the character of Loder. characters, just like his dad. Peanut is my favorite grand- He is loveable, thoughtful and daughter and shopping buddy. a brave young man. She is ten going on sixteen. She Love Granny Rita is very sweet and considerate. Love Granny Rita
Presley Kalyn Williams Anthony Lee Presley Kalyn Williams is the daughter of Criss and Angie Wil- Amador liams. She is the granddaughter of Dede and Garey Williams Anthony Lee Amador, 2 is the grandson of Ramona and the great-granddaughter of and Saul Perez. Chenena Roach. Anthony is our pride and joy because he brings Presley Kalyn Williams came so much love and happiness in our lives. Watching into our world and lives Sep- him grow each day is a treasure. We love you very tember 17, 2002. She is in the much. “make believe” stage so she is Love, full of laughs and surprises. She is loving and a pleasure. Presley Mama and Papa Perez is a fourth generation Chickasaw. Her heritage comes from Vinnie M. James Humes. April 2007 Pride and Joy 33 Lane, Tommie and Kelsey and Matthew Martin Brock Grant Lane, Tommie and Brock Grant are the chil- dren of Julie Grant. Lane, 11, is one of the sweetest kids you will ever meet. When you meet Lane you know that he is a well-behaved little boy with a heart of gold. Lane definitely steps up to the plate of big brother. He does great in school and loves to play football, basketball and baseball. I’m so thankful that my other boys have Lane to look up to. Tommie, 6, is as ornery as can be. He has a smile that people never forget. If Tommie is in the room, you will know it; he loves to make people laugh. He is an animal lover for sure. He has a horse that he’s rode since he was four. Tommie does not like school but knows that even cowboys have to go to school. He’s definitely a natural cowboy. Kelsey and Matthew Martin are the children of Matt and Millie Brock, 3, is the sweetest little boy. He loves to take care of people and make sure all babies and Martin. They are the grandchildren of Granny Jewell and Papa Steve kids are O.K. Brock loves to lay his hands on his papa to make him feel better. Mema and Papa and Grandpa Mike and the great-grandchildren of the late Tommy think he is going to be a little preacher. Singing and watching himself is one of his favorite things and Lizzie Frazier and Kathy Henslee. to do. Talking on the phone is another, and the operator is one of his best friends. He is truly a Kelsey and Matthew are very precious and dear to me. They mixture of both of his brothers and such a neat little man. always make me laugh at the cutest things they say and do. They One of the luckiest mothers in the world… always put a smile on my face, Julie Grant We love you “Sweetz and Boss” Grandma Boo (Betty Martin) Matthew Caleb Wayne Short Matthew Caleb Wayne Short, 5, is the son of Matt and Shirley Short. He is the grandson of Annie Short, the late David Wayne Short, Kelsie Morris and the late Coleson Gabrielle Miller. He is the great grandson of Fern Short and the late Amel Short. Svda Wilson Matthew is our pride and joy because he is loving, caring, giving, attentive and smart. Gabrielle Svda “Apple” Wil- He is full of life and always has a smile on his face. son is the daughter of Daivd and Through out the day Caleb always tell us he loves us and Couita Wilson and the sister of thanks us for all the things we do for him. Nicole, Skylar and Blake. She He has a creative imagination, I over heard him tell his is the granddaughter of the late sister before he had parents he lived in the woods. Henry and Bernice Ripley John- Everyday Caleb brings joy and laughter into our lives, there son and Carla Wilson and George is never a dull moment. God blessed us with this amazing Rucker. little boy we call our son. “You are the apple of our Caleb is in Pre-K at Plaza Towers, his favorite things to do: eye.” go to school, build houses or robots with his lincoln logs or legos; color and draws, loves any kind of hot rod or motor cycle; loves to ride his Yamaha y-zinger with his dad and sister. He told us when he gets big he’s going to do back flips on his motorcycle and have a band Quinn and in the garage. Emma Smith Zoey Lane and Zane Quinn, 6, and Emma, 2, are the children of Quinn and Meredith Galloway Montgomery Smith and the grandchildren of Glenn and Martha Smith. They are Zoey Lane Montgomery, 5, and Zane Galloway the great-grandchildren of the late Montgomery, 17-months, are the children of Larry Beulah Mae MacGalliard, and the Todd Montgomery and Beth Conquest Montgom- great-great-nephew and niece of ery. They are the grandchildren of Cheryl Conquest Pontotoc County Chickasaw Tribal and Dr. Conquest and Larry and Sammie Bond. Legislator Mary Jo Green. They are the great-grandchildren of Raymond Bond Quinn loves playing super heroes son of original enrollee Galloway Bond. and going to Awana church class. They are a delight to be around. They love their Emma loves going to church and Sunday school and singing. Zoey loves to help drawing. They are our pride and joy grandma Sammie and aunt Carmen to bake and because Psalm 139:13-14 says they make dinner, when we are together. Zoey is a big are fearfully and wonderfully made, help with her little brother. as are all Chickasaws. 34 Pride and Joy April 2007 Chase and Carly Horton Tyler Blake Bailee Jacob Neely and Lucas Korn Hill Lauren McCurdy McCurdy
Tyler Blake Hill, 15, is the son of Billy and Carol Mc- Curdy. He is the grandson Bailee Lauren McCurdy, 8, is the daughter of Billy and Carol Jacob Neely McCurdy, 1 of Bill and Sue Smith and ½, is the son of Billy and Johnny and Maxine Neely. McCurdy. She is the grand- daughter of Bill and Sue Smith Carol McCurdy. He is the Tyler is our pride and joy grandson of Bill and Sue Chase Horton, 11, and Carly Horton, 5, are the children of because he is a smart, caring and Johnny and Maxine Neely. Bailee is our pride and joy be- Smith and Johnny and Max- Shawn and Dawn Horton. Lucas Korn, 7 months, is the son of Mi- and handsome young man. ine Neely. chael and Kimberlee Korn. They are the grandchildren of Farrell Tyler attends Vanoss High cause she is a smart and talented beautiful girl. She has a sweet Jacob is our pride and joy and Deb Rhoads, Murrel and Robanette Horton and Joan Korn. School and is active in bas- because he is so smart and Chase Aron Horton is in the fifth grade at Latta (OK) Elemen- ketball. Tyler is a leader in spirit and is always so help- ful with her little brother. She handsome. He always has a tary, Carly Shaye Horton is a Pre-K student at Latta Elementary his church youth group. He is smile and a hello for every- and Lucas James Korn lives in Vancouver, Wash. a great help with his younger continues to amaze us with her wit and intelligence. Bailee is in one he meets. He loves to go My two kids and my nephew are my pride and joys! Chase is a sister and brother and has a outside with Daddy to see the thoughtful, kind, caring, and compassionate young man. He has wonderful sense of humor. the second grade at Latta (OK) Elementary and achieved all A’s moo cows. a tender heart and has a genuine love for all people. He has the We love you and are proud We love you and are proud sweetest smile. Chase loves school and is a huge sports fan. of you! last semester. She is also a mem- ber of the Chickasaw Children’s of you! Anyone who knows Carly knows that she always has a smile Mom and Dad Mom and Dad. on her face. Her laugh is infectious and her enthusiasm for life is Choir and loves performing. amazing! She is so eager to learn and she loves school! She loves We love you and are proud to play t-ball with her friends in the summer. of you! Little Lucas is the sweetest, most handsome little guy ever. I Mom and Dad. waited my entire life to be “his Aunt.” And when I met him, it was love at first sight. Lucas has his mommy and daddy wrapped around his tiny little finger. All three of them are amazing, perfect gifts from God! Sierra Brown and Allie Harrison Sunzie and Taylor Harrison and Quinton and Stoney Cully
Sunzie, 5, Taylor, 4, Quinton, 2 and Stoney, 7- months, are the children of Melissa and Jeremiah Cully and the grandchildren of Virgil and Ramona Walker. These children are my pride and joy because they’re all unique in there own little way. Sunzie is outgoing and likes to try new things and loves to smile and laugh! Taylor is very quite but sneaky in her own little way. She keeps us on our toes! Sierra Brown and Allie Harrison are the daughters of Wendy Quinton is the only boy in the family so of course Harrison, Wewoka, Okla. he is the spoiled one! Sierra and Allie pose with Bart Conner and Nadia Comaneci at Stoney is the bashful one but very curious! the OU-IOWA Gymnastics Meet. Sierra and Allie are members of the Justice Tumbling and Trampoline Team, Wewoka. April 2007 Pride and Joy 35 Nacobi Chantau Walker Alexis Olivia Walker
Nacobi Chantau Walker is the daughter of Alexis Olivia Walker is the daughter of Darrell and Johnna Walker. She is the grand- Darrell and Johnna Walker. She is the grand- daughter of JoAnn Ellis, Clif and Linda Ellis, daughter of JoAnn Ellis, Clif and Linda and Bob and Sally Graham. She is the great- Ellis, and Bob and Sally Graham. She is the granddaughter of Pauline Walker and Patsy great-granddaughter of Pauline Walker and Horton. Patsy Horton. Nacobi is our pride and joy because she Alexis is our pride and joy because she is a is such a compassionate, pretty and talented smart, pretty and lovable young lady. She is young woman. She is fifteen years old, and ten years old and in the fifth grade at Willard in the ninth grade at Ada Junior High School Elementary School in Ada. She is a member where she is vice-president of the Technology of the Willard Honor Choir, Willard track Student Association and a member of the Na- team, Governor’s Honor Club, and is one tive Spirit Club. She is the 2006-2007 Junior of the top students in her class. She received Miss Chickasaw. She enjoys dancing, swim- 1st runner-up in the Little Miss Chickasaw ming, golf and working on the computer. She is pageant, and runner-up for the Daughters of very thoughtful and puts the feelings of others the American Revolution essay contest. before herself. Alexis enjoys reading, swimming, bas- Nacobi is quite an accomplished dancer in ketball, softball and collecting rocks. She ballet, jazz and hip hop. She began dancing at Central Oklahoma Dance Center is extremely thoughtful, has an excellent memory and is gifted athletically. when she was three, and continues to amaze us with her ability. She aspires to be She has the knowledge, strength and determination to do anything she sets her a professional dancer someday. sights on. Nacobi also loves the Lord very much, and dedicated her life to Him five years Alexis loves Jesus very much, and tells us about the many times she has ago. She recently attended the Belize mission trip with The Chickasaw Nation prayed for her family and friends. We are so excited about what the Lord has Youth Services department. She has such a sincere heart that we know the Lord in store for her life! has wonderful plans in store for her! We love you, Alexis! You are such a blessing, and very special to all of us! We love you, Nacobi! You are such a blessing, and very special to all of us! Dylan Matthew Walker Chase Andru Lutton Chase Andru Lutton is the son of Scott and Dylan Matthew Walker is the son of Darrell Shana Lutton. He is the brother of Scott and and Johnna Walker. He is the grandson of JoAnn Caleb and the grandson of John and Marlane Ellis, Clif and Linda Ellis and Bob and Sally Dodgion. Graham. He is the great-grandson of Pauline He is our last grandson to be born. We have Walker and Patsy Horton. four grandsons and proud of all of them. Dylan is our pride and joy because he is a sweet, gentle and kind little boy. He is eight years old and in the second grade at Hayes El- ementary School in Ada. He has been selected as Student of the Week twice this school year. Kaya Ann Marie Dylan loves swimming, basketball, tennis and playing with his GameCube. He is so quick to learn, and can read quite well. He is also a very speedy runner. Duncan Dylan helps take up the collection each Sunday morning at Mitchell Memorial United Methodist Church, and you’ll hear him singing his favorite Choctaw hymn, Kaya Ann Marie Duncan is the daughter #48. Dylan loves Jesus very much! of Shannon and Tracy Duncan. She is the We love you, Dylan! You are such a blessing, and very special to all of us! granddaughter of Geneva Gamble and Phil Stapler. Kaya is our only grandchild. She is in the Dustin Scott and Ethan Alexander first grade and does great. She plays the piano and plays on a winning basketball team. They have won every game for 2 years. We love Tidmore you so much. Dustin Scott Tidmore, 6, and Ethan Alexander Tidmore, 1, are the sons of Jeremiah and Vanessa Tidmore. They are the grandsons of Andrew and Zena Tidmore and Alan and Julie Timmins. Telanio Evans They are God’s gifts sent here to remind us that we can make a difference. They remind us Telanio Evans is the son of Meoshia Mc- to slow down and cherish each day, as if it were Gee. our last. When life really brings us down, hold- Telanio is my pride and joy because with out ing a grandchild provides the needed strength to him my life would be filled with emptiness. keep going. Grandchildren are our reward and I thank God everyday for such a wonderful our legacy. child. Quote from an unknown author: “Somebody Love your mother, said a mother’s job is done when her last child Meoshia McGee leaves home. Somebody isn’t a grandmother.” Zena Tidmore 36 Chickasaw Times April 2007 Technology feature of new Clinton IHS health center CLINTON Okla. - The Indian full range of ambulatory care and immediate Clinton area. It will equipment needed to imple- location at Red Rock Canyon, 40 Health Services (IHS), an agency community health services for provide primary care, pharmacy, ment the HIS electronic health minutes southeast of Clinton. of the Department of Health and residents of the Clinton Service laboratory, diagnostic imagine, record system and telemedicine The structure’s façade features Human Services, conducted a Area,” said Dr. Charles W. Grim, optometry, audiology, physical technology capabilities are also several colors of brick laid in formal dedication of the new IHS Director. “We at the Indian therapy, podiatry, behavioral integrated in this new facility. patterns to represent the layers Clinton Health Center in Clinton, Health Service are very proud to health, dental care, public health The Clinton Health Center re- of striation and cliffs in Red Okla., on March 9. The clinic be partners in this venture and nursing, nutrition, health educa- places 15 structures, including Rock Canyon and the surround- officially opened for services on look forward to providing health tion, and environmental health an antiquated hospital. ing area. The landscaping for March 23. This new facility will care services in this impressive services. The design of the building has the project consists of plants and bring much needed services to new facility.” The new facility consolidated a special traditional meaning, vegetation natural to the area, American Indians living in the The replacement facility will all clinical and administrative based on numerous cultural and including autumn sage used Clinton Service Area, most of support a full range of techno- services into one building. In- historical influences. The build- by tribal fire keepers, and the whom are members of the Chey- logically advanced medical, corporated into this facility ing’s shape was influenced by orientation of the building was enne and Arapaho Tribes. dental, and community health are system upgrades and new the appearance of the traditional integrally designed for natural “This new 58,000 – square services on an ambulatory ba- equipment for all departments. winter camp where the Tribe light, energy efficiency, and his- – foot health center will support a sis, primarily residence of the New information technology lived seasonally in a sheltered torical significance. Spring Hayaka Unta - March 16 – 18 Camp Classen - Davis, Okla.
Children and adults joined in the fun playing a competitive game of stick ball. At Hayaka Unta, campers were able to take part in traditional and contemporary activities. Camper Della Stuckey saddles up and leads the group on a horseback ride through the hills and trails of Camp Classen.
Hayaka Unta camper Brian Hayaka Unta participants had the McMillan scales the climb- opportunity to learn gun safety and Sequoyah Lindsey, with friend James Hicks, takes his ing wall during weekend handling and try their new skills at mother, Debra Lindsey, on a canoe ride around the lake. activities. skeet shooting. April 2007 Chickasaw Times 37 Growing up in a traditional Chickasaw fashion Oral History: Carlin Thompson By RICHARD GREEN Grandma was my world. This was true of Grandma’s husband, Contributing Writer time with her and the family was Gipson Johnson, who was a the happiest time of my life. Be- powerful doctor and a preacher. fore I went to school, I learned He was killed before I was born; Recorded and edited by Rich- a lot from grandma about our a horse he was trying to break ard Green family’s Chickasaw ancestors killed him. My grandma learned Introduction and their ways, which were now what medicine she knew from Carlin Thompson grew up in our ways. him and her father, Johno. She a traditional Chickasaw way, *** passed some of this knowledge which his ancestors a century There were doctors, or what along to me, but I never wanted before would have recognized. you call healers, in our family. to be a doctor. Many of them had been known My great grandfather was Jonah Grandpa’s sister was Vicy for their ability to heal life- Alexander, but everybody—or (pronounced Bi-cee) Walker, the threatening illnesses. Because at least our family--referred to most powerful Chickasaw doc- the Chickasaw language has him as Johno. He didn’t know tor of her time. She was known no “r,” family members pro- when he was born and couldn’t as an herb doctor, and she used nounced his name “Cah-lin.” He read or write. His Indian name them, but she had power beyond lived as part of an extended fam- was Ahbit-unta, which means herbs. Vicy and all good doctors ily which lived in and around “still killing.” But he was a had the power of discernment. the Kullihoma area, east of Ada. well-known and respected pa- That’s the ability to recognize Some of them were medicine shofa doctor, which was at the evil people. This isn’t common people, some were preachers top of the Indian doctor ladder. sense, it’s a spiritual ability. In and a few were both. Wasn’t Johno performed tansh pashofa Chickasaw it’s called opayi. there conflict between Chris- ceremonies for people whose ill- Vicy would know someone was tian and traditional Chickasaw ness was caused by an evil spirit. coming before they showed up. spiritual beliefs? Maybe in white They said he put up ribbons and And she knew that someone people’s minds, he said, but he feathers around the house and [evil] was using medicine on sees things in the “Indian way.” before the front door he drew a you and she could counteract it. Carlin said he doesn’t compro- line that no one could cross but She passed along her experience mise his core spiritual beliefs. him. Inside the house he was to apprentices, who could help Still, he is friendly, polite, so- alone with the sick person. But people but she couldn’t pass licitous, and displays a wry on the last night of the four-day along her spiritual power. sense of humor, as Indian people ceremony, Johno led family often do, in an understated way. members as they danced, sang, *** For example, he said he grew prayed and ate pashofa [cracked When I was 7 I had to go to up in a traditional Chickasaw Carlin Thompson remembers when he was young corn and pork]. school. I had a hard time there. culture, speaking Chickasaw. his mother chopped wood for money. When that person recovered, I had never been around white So he didn’t think about being Johno always said he didn’t heal people and no one spoke English an Indian until he went to school thrilled about that. ers in that area. the person. It was the Creator in our family. So at school, I among white people…who told In the fifties and sixties, we At harvest times, we were like acting through him. He would couldn’t understand them and him what Indians are. “I found lived in a two-room wood frame a bunch of gypsies, traveling to treat anyone who asked him, they couldn’t understand me. out pretty quick,” he said. house with a chimney, built by Anadarko, southern Oklahoma including white people. He was At first, I couldn’t even tell the Interview my grandpa near Steedman. No and Texas, picking cotton and in great demand and traveled teacher my name. They prob- When I was born in 1953, my electricity or running water. At working the peanut crop. Even nearly all the time. I was told ably thought I was retarded. The mother [Emily Johnson Dicker- any one time, there was usu- my grandma worked like that. I he had long white hair and rode school was down the road at a son] had no money and no way ally seven or eight of us in that remember my mother chopping a white horse. place called Happyland. to support children. She couldn’t little house, my mom, grandma, wood for money--a woman do- Grandma told me that Johno, [In contrast to school] I learned read or write, couldn’t hardly sister, let’s see, an aunt, some ing man’s work. Didn’t need her father, was born to be a new things every day from speak English and lived out in uncles and usually a cousin or no education for those jobs. I doctor. He had a gift, which Grandma. We’d go walking in the country. She was going to two. One cousin, Roger Neely, started working when I was 5, was made more powerful by the woods and she would point put me up for adoption. She had was like a brother to me. He picking cotton with the family the Little People. He knew there out plants that were helpful with to do that with my half brother, was born with a hair roach, you and I remember dragging around were many kinds of sickness certain illnesses. And she taught who was adopted by a family know, like a porcupine; Indian this little tow sack. often named after animals. Bear me Indian songs and Indian near Davis. And she sent my people believe it’s the sign of a About that time, my mom sick was a stomach problem and ways. There are certain things sister away to boarding school. warrior. We all spoke Chicka- married Joseph Dickerson and called for certain herbs. But if that we do when we get up in the But this time my grandmother saw, that’s all we knew. Later, moved into Ada. I stayed in our the problem was caused by an morning and other things that we [Julia Alexander Johnson] said my mom taught herself a little little house at Steedman with evil spirit, the remedy would do before we sleep. Grandma no, she wanted to keep me. She English. my grandma and my uncles and require something more spiri- taught me that we were created saw I had the signs to become a We lived off the land. Ate a cousins. Grandma raised me up. tual, a chant, a dance, a song; out of Mother Earth and there medicine man. lot of wild herbs, polk salad, She was soft-spoken and nice he would know. are things we are supposed to My father was a white man. pecans, wild onions and berries. to everyone. Anytime we had a He wouldn’t talk much about know about communicating He was a fairly well off rancher, My uncle would shoot squirrels, visitor, she would feed ‘em and this power he had. Even when with Her and our Creator. lived near Ada. But my mother deer and occasionally butcher a let ‘em stay over if they had no I was growing up among our Grandma and my other older never married him and he was hog. There just wasn’t a whole place to stay. She was a tradi- people, when a doctor was mak- relatives told me stories that never part of our family. Before lot of food to go around. My tional Chickasaw and an herb ing medicine, you never went had been passed down to them. he died in 1981, he found out uncles would make what little doctor. And she was a Christian into the room. The doctor might that he was a direct descendent money we had by hiring out as woman. She worked hard all her tell you later how he did it, but See Carlin Thompson, of Andrew Jackson. I wasn’t too laborers for farmers and ranch- life and never complained. you wouldn’t see it. The same page 41 38 Chickasaw Times April 2007 Chickasaw Foundation scholarship application now available online The Chickasaw Foundation nursing, accounting, business, Board of Trustees is pleased to finance, social work, art, his- announce the availability of 36 tory, law, aeronautics, music, scholarships for the 2007-2008 aviation, and general purpose school year. education. The scholarships have a wide The application is available range of majors including edu- on-line at www.chickasawfoun- cation, engineering, health- dation.org or you can be placed care, nutrition science, liberal on our mailing list by calling arts, Native American studies, (580) 421-9030. Book donation
From left, Vanessa Sawyers, Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Johnna Walker, Chickasaw Foundation, and Cathy Wood, Oklahoma Depart- ment of Human Services. The Chickasaw Foundation Services and The Chickasaw Board of Trustees donated 100 Nation, and is part of the cel- copies of The Hunter Who ebration for “The Week of the Was Not So Great books to the Young Child” and “Child Abuse Pontotoc County Children’s Prevention” month. Fair. The free fair will be April The fair is sponsored by Okla- 28 from 10-2 at the Pontotoc homa Department of Human County Agriplex.
Chickasaw Foundation Student of the Month responsibility, community ser- vice participation, cultural/tribal activities participation and dem- onstrates a positive academic work ethic. Ms. Angela Moore was se- lected as the February 2007 student of the month. She is a senior at Plainview High School and has been a participant in the Chickasaw Foundation Upward Bound program since her fresh- men year. Angela Moore Angela is active in band and The Chickasaw Foundation sports. She participates with her recently established the Chicka- church on community service saw Foundation Student of the projects and has received awards Month program to recognize and for perfect attendance and com- honor students who display the petitions held at the Chickasaw following characteristics: good Foundation Upward Bound citizenship, respectful to peers summer program. Her future and program staff, program par- goal is to attend Southeastern ticipation, leadership qualities, Oklahoma State University positive attitude, demonstrates majoring in music. April 2007 Chickasaw Times 39 Parker awarded initial Chickasaw Foundation Upward Bound Ataloa Memorial Scholarship
Wyas Parker Congratulations to Mr. Wyas Wyas has participated in The Parker, Ada, Oklahoma. He has Chickasaw Nation Summer Arts been selected as the 2007 spring Academy for the past two years. recipient of the new Ataloa Me- It has allowed him to express morial Scholarship. himself through the arts and Wyas is a graduate of Ada given him an idea as to what Chickasaw Foundation Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math/Science and Educational Talent Search students at TRIO day at the Capitol in Oklahoma City. High School and a sophomore at direction he would like to take East Central University major- in his life. The Chickasaw Foundation Oklahoma Secretary of State, M. beth Elliott, Precious Hamilton, ing in music. He has many major His goal is to have a career in Upward Bound, Upward Bound Susan Savage, which proclaimed Jacob Hubbard, Frank Johnson, accomplishments including state composing music. Math/Science and Educational Trio Day in Oklahoma. Partici- Tara Lofton, Jacob Standridge, winner for piano in the 2006 He has been asked back as Talent Search students and staff pant testimonials were given by Bethany Taylor, Meranda Trett, Oklahoma Federation of Music an alumnus this summer for the attended Oklahoma Trio Day students Mike Davis, Southeast- Melinda Tuley, Ashley Wilker- Clubs, and a participant for the arts academy and will compose 2007 – “Keeping the Fire Alive” ern Oklahoma State University son, Deena Wilson, Stephanie senior auditions, a competition a piece for the string quartet to at the Capitol in Oklahoma City Upward Bound Math/Science Benner, Sonya Brannon, Niki held by the Oklahoma Music play on the final night of the on February 21, 2007. program, Darshon Anderson, Condit, Amber Gaede, Nini Teacher’s Association. camp. Our programs joined with University of Central Oklahoma Lawrence, Rebecca Moore, Em- other Trio programs across the McNair Scholar’s program, alee Munn, Jenifer Pedigo, Kara Chickasaw Foundation seeks state in the House and Senate and Jason Boston, Oklahoma Price, Jacob Rankin, Amanda art donations for annual auction to hear statements from lead- State University-Oklahoma Sanner, Heather Stinnett, Jessica The Chickasaw Foundation is year we were able to establish ers who make Trio programs City Student Support Services Suttles, Ashley Talbott, Kaylea a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organiza- the Chickasaw Foundation Fine possible. Mrs. Deborah Evers, program. Remarks were made Taylor, Stephanie Taylor, Kayla President of the Oklahoma Di- tion. We are currently accepting Arts Scholarship for any college by Oklahoma Senator, District Wylie, Lindsey Clark, Cody vision of Student Assistance donations of Native American student with a CDIB majoring in 6, Jay Paul Gumm; Oklahoma Cross, Tosha Deal, Justin Dil- (ODSA) programs, welcomed Senator, District 13, Susan Pad- lard, Tiffany Foster, Cierra Gray, artwork for our art auction to be fine arts (arts, music, dramatics everyone to the state capitol dack; State Representative, Isaac Gregg, Stephanie Guten- held during the Friends of the and dance). If you are interested followed by the Presentation of District 62, T.W. Shannon, and dorf, Megan Hackney, Jalesa Foundation reception on No- in making a donation, please Colors by the Millwood High State Representative, District 97 Harrison, Whitney Madden, vember 16, 2007. This reception contact the Chickasaw Founda- School ROTC Color Guard. The and Trio Achiever, Mike Shel- Alicia McFeeters, Alex Moore, is hosted annually to recognize tion at (580) 421-9030. National Anthem was presented ton. Oklahoma Trio Day 2007 Angela Moore, Sarah Moore, our donors and volunteers. The mission of the Chickasaw in sign language by two Native was hosted by the Oklahoma Cheyenne Richards, Kathryn Last year we had over 25 Foundation is to promote the American girls in full regalia Division of Student Assistance Robertson, Jerry Rojas, Shantel pieces of artwork and would general welfare and culture of from the Changing Winds Cul- Programs (ODSA), and the host Taylor, Ryan Thomas, Heather like to see the number double the Chickasaw people by sup- tural Society. institution was Southeastern Turner, Chelcee Valdez, Aaron this year. porting educational, health, his- Governor Bill Anoatubby Oklahoma State University. Vondrak, Jessica Willis, Josh Your tax-deductible donation torical and community activities was the first guest speaker and Chickasaw Foundation Trio Lemmonds, Ashkia Hummel, will benefit the Foundation and and programs. brought greetings from the Un- students attending and receiving Kim Dixon, Richard Hines and its scholarship program. Last conquered and Unconquer- Trio Day t-shirts included Sirena Ashley Madden. Staff members able Chickasaw Nation. He Adams, Cody Austin, Elizabeth included Susan Webb, Becky Calling all t-ball teams! Tourney also highlighted the Chicka- Berger, Andrea Brumley, Britni Easterling, Steve Kile, Kacie set for April 20 at Kiwanis Park saw Foundation Trio programs Carrigo, Sharla DeWitt, Eliza- Burk and Elaine Benson. The Chickasaw Foundation contest and tournament winners. and the successes of our Trio is hosting a six and under t-ball Please contact the Chickasaw alumni. Other guest speakers tournament April 20-22, 2007 Foundation at 580-421-9030 or included Chancellor Glen D. at Kiwanis Ball Park in Ada, by email at chickasawfoundati Johnson, Oklahoma State Re- Okla. The entry fee is $75 per [email protected] for registra- gents for Higher Education, and team with 10 teams participat- tion information. U.S. Representative, District 4, ing. It is a double-elimination Tom Cole. Rep. Cole brought tournament, and eligible players news that there are currently must have been six years old or no proposals to eliminate Trio younger on or before December programs in the federal budget 31, 2006. There will be contests and that there is a good chance including an accuracy test, to increase funding. home run derby and base run- A proclamation signed by ning. Prizes will be awarded to Gov. Brad Henry was read by 40 Chickasaw Times April 2007 Gov. Anoatubby, Rep. Cole lead rally for TRIO education programs OKLAHOMA CITY - Several Anoatubby. “As you pursue average. also exposed to various cultural Webb said he used Upward prominent Chickasaw leaders your degree, remember this is The Chickasaw Nation is events. Bound, along with taking con- were selected to speak during only one more step on a lifelong committed to shaping a better Upward Bound graduate and current classes at school, to get annual TRIO Day at the Okla- journey of learning.” and brighter future for Okla- Chickasaw citizen Jeremy Webb more of his easy, tedious classes homa State Capitol. Rep. Cole, a Chickasaw who homa. attributes much of his success to out of the way. Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill represents Oklahoma’s Fourth The Chickasaw Foundation the Upward Bound program. Although he was able to excel Anoatubby and U.S. Rep. Tom Congressional District, also ad- has been operating TRIO pro- “It was a good experience academically through Upward Cole delivered motivational dressed Oklahoma students. grams since 1995 at Murray and it prepared me for college,” Bound, Webb said what he messages to students across the “We have come here to pro- State College in Tishomingo. Webb, an education major at enjoyed most was the lasting state encouraging them to pur- duce a great Oklahoma,” Rep. The programs include Upward Southeastern Oklahoma State friendships. sue higher education. Cole said. Bound, Upward Bound Math University, said. Jeremy Webb is the son of TRIO day honors students He also made a call to action, and Science and Educational He found himself even more Anthony and Susan Webb. participating in Trio programs. saying that regardless of race or Talent Search. challenged in his Upward Bound Upward Bound and other TRIO is a group of federal ethnicity, anyone can aspire to The five-week residential summer classes, he said, than Trio programs are federally- programs which target low-in- be a U.S. congressman. summer program simulates the in his regular classes during the mandated programs authorized come, potential first-generation Oklahoma State Rep. T.W. college experience and prepares school year. by the Higher Education Act of college students while in high Shannon, a Chickasaw repre- students for higher education. Webb was selected a Gates 1965 to help Americans over- school, according to Michelle senting Lawton in the state leg- Teachers provide instruction Millennium Scholar and has come class and social barriers Claxton, TRIO Day committee islature, stressed the importance in mathematics, laboratory sci- received scholarships from the to higher education. chairman. of TRIO programs in Oklahoma, ence, foreign language, English Chickasaw Foundation. He also “Education is the corner- where the percentage of college composition and literature as entered college with 24 credit Contributed by Kandis Mur- stone of your future,” said Gov. graduates is below the national well as life skills. Students are hours. dock, tribal media relations. Funds from businesses invested in program, service expansion FINANCIAL REPORT education includes education net income was $32 million in the BIA Trust funds. This to- program funding, had assets scholarship as well as the tribe’s year-to-date. The net income tal does not include any federal totaling $666 million with The tribal government cap- division of education. Health includes all revenue, including program funds. $131 million in payables re- tion includes the tribe’s gen- expenditures include senior citi- amounts reserved for business The businesses had $112 mil- sulting in net assets of $534 eral fund and the tribe’s BIA zens sites, eye glasses, hearing growth and expansion. lion in cash and investments million compared to $509 trust funds. The Chickasaw aids, prescription drugs, well- Statement of Net Assets which is reserved for accounts million at the end of the 1st Businesses include all of the ness center, community health At February 28, 2007, the payable and business opera- quarter of fiscal year 2007 businesses and operations of clinics, catastrophic medical tribal government funds had $66 tions. or an increase of $25 million the Chickasaw Enterprises. assistance and other similar million in cash and investments. As of February 28, 2007, tribe over the first quarter of the Not included in the financial programs not covered by federal Of this amount, $10.6 million is operations, excluding federal fiscal year. statements are federally or programs or grants. state funded programs and/or The businesses’ expenditures grants and the financial state- are classified as to expenses as- ments of Bank 2 and Chicka- sociated with gaming operation saw Industries, Inc. of the tribe and the other busi- The growing needs of the nesses of the tribe. businesses are taken into ac- Executive Summary of the count when determining the Financial Statements of the transfers from the businesses period ending February 28, to the general fund. It is vital 2007 to the long range mission of Tribal Government the Chickasaw Nation that the Revenues and transfers from businesses continue to grow the businesses for operations and diversify. and fixed assets totaled $36.5 Revenues of the tribal op- million year-to-date. Expendi- eration, other than the transfer tures for the month were $4.0 from businesses, include mo- million and $17.7 year-to-date. tor fuel settlement funds and There has been a total, begin- investment income. Chicka- ning in fiscal year 2005, of $82.5 saw Businesses revenues in- million transferred from the clude gaming revenues net businesses that were reserved of prizes, sales revenue at for capital projects. convenience, travel plazas Chickasaw Businesses and tobacco stores, rent and Revenue net of gaming prizes investment income. for February totaled $52 million Tribal expenditures are clas- and $259 million year-to-date. sified by function. General Net income before the transfers government includes the elec- to the Tribal Government was tion commission, mainte- $20 million for the month and nance and operations of tribal $83 million year-to-date. After property, Chickasaw Times transfers to the Tribal Govern- and governor’s and lt. gover- ment for capital projects and nor’s offices. Expenditure for tribal program operations the April 2007 Chickasaw Times 41 Carlin Thompson, continued from page 37 other medicine men passed pocus. But he didn’t want to who say chin-chukma and then speakers dies out, that’s it. It’s away during the 1930s, the lose his leg, so he agreed to go. start speaking English. Now, scary that there are so few left. stomp dances at Kullihoma Vicy blended natural ingredients how many of them made it a Author’s Note: Carlin Thomp- ended. They stopped because found in the woods and blessed priority to teach their children son works as a Ranger for the the sacred nature of the dances this preparation with some Chickasaw before they went to Chickasaw Nation. depended on the participation chants that had been passed school? My wife belonged to Richard Green may be con- of the medicine men. After they down to her. She applied her another tribe and didn’t want me tacted at [email protected] or passed, everyone who wanted treatment to the wound three to teach our kids Chickasaw, so by calling (405) 947-5020. to dance went across the river times a day and within three I didn’t. When my generation of ***** to Seminole Country and Creek months he could walk again. Country. My uncles, like Lewis A few months after that, it had Johnson, danced with them. healed up. He was a believer Many traditional Chickasaws, then. like Lewis, didn’t want to give Chickasaw was my first lan- up this part of their ancient cul- guage. I am in the last genera- Julia Alexander Johnson ture though they had to leave tion of Chickasaws who can say came from a family of tribal Chickasaw country to do it. that. Can the language be saved? doctors. She treated the Lewis also put up a ballstick You have to grow up speaking sick with herbs and first pole at Grandma’s, and Adam it the way I did. How many flu- told her grandson, Carlin Walker and others would come ent speakers are left? Maybe Thompson, that he had to play with him in her yard twenty. been born with the signs to from time to time. Later, Adam I’m talking about people you be a medicine man. put up a pole himself. These run into and have a conversation were friendly games, not cer- with in Chickasaw, not those emonial, but stickball was never Some were general and can be totally dead, as some people shared but most of the stories have said. Directory established for tribal entrepreneurs belong only to our family. Those The dances, though, was A directory of businesses tion, as well as information on would like to be listed in the family stories helped me to be a something else. My grandma owned by Chickasaws is being the goods or services provided directory should provide the better person in the spirit world and mother used to dance. They created to help promote eco- by the business. information requested on the and the everyday world. They told me we used to have more nomic opportunity for tribal In addition to a printed direc- form below via email to vicky. all have spiritual meanings. than 60 dances. Mom danced entrepreneurs. tory, a web site will be created [email protected] or com- Without that, she said, it’s like a the wolf dance where they There is no cost to be listed to enable electronic access to all plete the form below and return man without a soul, lost. I didn’t carried a torch. Women had to in the directory, which will in- information. to The Chickasaw Times, P.O. question my grandma or uncles wear shawls. These were sacred clude the name of the business, Chickasaws with a CDIB who Box 1548, Ada, OK 74821. about the stories and I don’t dances that should be danced on contact and location informa- believe that they ever just made sacred ground and nowhere else CHICKASAW NATION BUSINESS DIRECTORY them up. at a certain time of the month. According to one Chickasaw Even the so-called social story, every time a Chickasaw dances were borrowed from Date of submission: Regional Chickasaw Council: dies, he turns into a star. And an animal long ago, back when like the Bible story, Chickasaws people and animals communi- Company Name: believe that when the earth gets cated. The chants that go with Parent Company name (if applicable): evil and ugly, it will be de- these dances were given to us stroyed. In our story, someone by our Creator. We don’t always Mailing Address: will come from the East on the know what they mean, but it last day and the heavens will doesn’t matter because Creator City, State, Zip: melt and set the earth on fire. told our ancestors to use them. Street Address: When Grandma got sick, Medicine and fire, the moon she stayed with Elsie Frazier, and the dance grounds all go Phone Number: Fax Number: a Chickasaw doctor. But Elsie together with the dances. You Email address: couldn’t do much for her and can’t separate them. That’s why her leg continued to swell. the true stomp dances no longer Owner’s Name: Owner’s Title: Many Indians recognize that exist. their death is near. Grandma did. The last Chickasaw doctors, Other contact person: She told one of her grandkids Vicy Walker and Elsie Frazier, that she was going on a long continued helping sick people. journey and wouldn’t be back. My stepdad cut his leg on a wire Brief description of product/services (be specific): A few days later, she died. This and [the leg] got infected and Ownership Information: was in 1969 when I was 16. She gangrene set in. They took him was about 71. She is buried at to Ada to a specialist who told List all shareholders, officers directors or outside firms that hold an interest in the company. List the Steedman cemetery where us the infection had gone too some of the graves go back to far and the leg would have to be the percentage of the business they own and list if they possess a CDIB and Tribal affiliation.: the 1840s. Also, some families amputated. Then, they took him Name/Title Percent Ownership CDIB Tribal Affiliation built little houses over the graves to an Oklahoma City doctor who [symbolically illustrating that said the same thing. Chickasaws traditionally were My mom said let’s take him buried under their houses]. to Vicy. This was like an insult *** to him; that old Indian woman When Johno Alexander and don’t know nothing but hocus- 42 Chickasaw Times April 2007
Minutes, continued from page 2 Resolutions, continued from page 6 Members voting no: Beth Goforth Parker and seconded held at the Lake Point Towers in being in the NE/4 NE/4 NE/4 cedures) Alexander, Donna Hartman by Ms. Wanda Blackwood Oklahoma City. This is the new of Section 36, Township 9 Explanation: This resolution 2 no votes Scott to table PR24-004, as meeting place for the Oklahoma South, Range 1 East, Love amends the rules and proce- The motion to approve amended. City Community Council. Mr. County, Oklahoma. Compen- dures for the election of tribal GR24-019 carried. Members voting yes: Beth Humes made comments regard- sation is hereby waived. officials in the Chickasaw Dr. Goforth Parker concluded Alexander, Katie Case, Holly ing the amendment made to Requested by: B i l l Nation. her report. Easterling, Mary Jo Green, Don- PR24-004 and on the representa- Anoatubby, Governor Requested By: Steve (E) E D U C A T I O N na Hartman, Dean McManus, tion the citizens receive. Presented by: Judy Goforth Woods, Committee Chair Elec- C O M M I T T E E Judy Goforth Parker, Wanda Mr. Mike Watson made com- Parker, Committee Chair Land tion Rules and Regulations Ad REPORT by Blackwood Scott, David Woerz, ments regarding the election Development Committee Hoc Committee Committee Chair Steve Woods, Scott Colbert process. Yes votes: Beth Alexander, Presented By: Steve Woods, Wanda Blackwood 11 yes votes Ms. Sue Simmons comment- Linda Briggs, Katie Case, Committee Chair Election Scott Member voting no: Tim ed on the lack of help at the Tim Colbert, Holly Easterling, Rules and Regulations Ad Hoc No report. Colbert Ardmore Senior Site. Mary Jo Green, Donna Hart- Committee (F) HEALTH CARE 1 no vote AGENDA ITEM #8 man, Dean McManus, Judy Yes votes: Linda Briggs, Member abstaining: ADJOURNMENT C O M M I T T E E Linda Goforth Parker, Wanda Black- Katie Case, Tim Colbert, Holly Briggs A motion was made by Ms. wood Scott, David Woerz, Easterling, Mary Jo Green, REPORT by 1 abstention Briggs and seconded by Ms. Steve Woods, Scott Colbert Dean McManus, Judy Goforth Committee Chair Mary The motion to table car- Green to adjourn. Permanent Resolution Parker, Wanda Blackwood Jo Green ried. The Legislative Session ad- Number 24-004 Scott, David Woerz, Steve Ms. Green reported that Chairperson announced PR24- journed at 9:56 a.m. Amendments to Title 8 of Woods, Scott Colbert Dr. Kent Denson will begin his 004 would be sent back to com- Respectfully submitted,Linda the Chickasaw Nation Code No votes: Beth Alexander, practice at Carl Albert on March mittee. Briggs, Secretary Chickasaw (Election Rules and Pro- Donna Hartman 4th. AGENDA ITEM #7 Tribal Legislature (G) H I S T O R I C A L NEW BUSINESS (Comments Prepared by: Doretta Sellers, AND CULTURAL from Citizens) Recording Secretary Chickasaw History Quiz Answers, C O M M I T T E E Mr. James A Humes an- Tribal Legislature REPORT by nounced a reception would be continued from page 25 Committee Chair Linda 1. A. In the years following the Civil war, the pre-war society Briggs Culture, continued from page 8 of agriculture, businesses and education had broken down. That No report. left small settlements of Chickasaws subsisting on game and the or other traditional tool. One as an interpretation ranger at (H) ELECTION RULES products of small gardens. Intruders didn’t start flooding into the Chickasaw man was recently Natchez Trace Parkway, where AND REGULATIONS Nation until the middle 1870s. AD HOC COMMIT- buried in his softball uniform, more Mississippian mounds are honoring his love of the sport located. TEE REPORT by 2. C. While the Nation was relatively lawless after the war and his team. He also took with Ms. Brown currently works Committee Chair Steve because the tribal government and society were not functioning him a softball signed by his with the Multimedia department Woods well, the reputation for lawlessness didn’t come into focus until teammates, plus change in his at the Chickasaw Nation. She is A motion was made by Mr. years later when the Nation had been overrun by non-Indians. Woods and seconded by Ms. pockets reflecting his love of very active in committee work giving coins to little children at and scholarly research on behalf Wanda Blackwood Scott to 3. D. The other three choices would all contribute in time to the games. of the tribe. Her goal, she says, is approve PR24 004. tribal disharmony. But following the Civil War, there were funda- “I recall studying one piece of to help Chickasaws understand, Mrs. Alexander stated she mental disagreements in general between full-bloods who favored pottery buried with an ancient and make connection, with their could not support this resolution the traditional isolationist lifestyle versus the mixed bloods who Chickasaw, and it was obvious unique history and culture. because there were issues that believed that assimilation with whites was inevitable. she did not agree with. it was produced by a child,” “There are so many elements Ms. Brown said. “The child was of our culture which connect A motion was made by Mrs. 4. C. Despite the fact that Gov. Overton had much more white reproducing something he saw so exquisitely throughout the Alexander and seconded by blood than Indian, he often said he believed that Indians were in other tribal artwork. It was a centuries,” Ms. Brown said. Mr. Tim Colbert to amend superior to non-Indians. In one of his political campaigns, he said sign of love and respect.” “We often carry on our traditions PR24-004 Section 8-303 B. to that “devils bearing the image of man” were trying to unseat the Ms. Brown followed up her without even knowing how or read, “Voter registration shall rightful owners (American Indians) of the land. close on the first Wednesday of Wickliffe experience with grad- why we are doing so. I see my uate studies at the University of job as helping Chickasaws make June at 4:30 p.m. and shall re- 5. D. Organizing the Indian militia, Overton personally Mississippi. She earned a mas- those satisfying connections main closed until election day directed its movements through the country, giving intruders the ter’s degree in Anthropology with our tradition-rich past. It or the run off election day.” chance to pay the tax or be evicted. The majority paid but some with an emphasis in Southeaster is amazing when you see eyes + persons and their possessions, including livestock, were driven Archaeology in 2004. While at- light up when a connection is Members voting yes: Beth from their homes by the governor and his helpers. Alexander, Linda Briggs, Katie tending Mississippi, she served made.” Case, Tim Colbert, Holly East- erling, Mary Jo Green, Donna Hartman, Dean McManus, Da- vid Woerz, Steve Woods, Scott Brenda’s Catering Colbert 11 yes votes Catering all events! Large or small! Members voting no: Judy Full buffet featuring: Bar B Que Ribs, Chicken Goforth Parker, Wanda Black- and Brisket w/sides, desserts and drinks. wood Scott 2 no votes Call (580) 310-8238 The motion carried. A motion was made by Dr. Remington Law Enforcement Armor Armor Glock Beretta Benelli Chickasaw Citizen April 2007 Chickasaw Times 43 Information sought on five early 20th Century Chickasaws By RICHARD GREEN members living in the 1910s and speaker JoAnn Ellis to confirm different view on some aspects elements of early Chickasaw 1920s. this, she said shahbichi means of Chickasaw life. society. Arrell Gibson, in his Contributing Writer I want to learn more, not to clear the area.) Frank Speck wrote a very im- 1971 book, The Chickasaws, Readers: I need your help! about Speck and Swanton, but In addition to Mikey, Swanton portant article that was loaded described some of the earliest This is the same semi-des- about the Chickasaw people named four others in his cor- with information on Chickasaw Chickasaw customs by citing th perate way I began my request who served as their informants. respondence and articles. They clans and ceremonies. It was Swanton, who cited his 20 for help two years ago. The re- This is important because the include Atchison Anowatabi published in 1907 in Journal of century “native informants.” sponse was not overwhelming, information they provided has (Anoatubby), George Wilson, American Folk-Lore. The only So the information Gibson was but new eyes may make all the been reported by scholars as Amos Hayes and Swanton’s informant Speck named was purporting to be valid for the difference this time and hope facts about how the tribe lived interpreter, Zeno McCurtain. Mikey. ancient Chickasaws had been springs eternal. in the 1700s. Swanton usually didn’t identify The most famous and quot- recounted by people at least 200 As tribal historian, I’m in the Josiah Mikey was named them as sources of specific infor- ed article among Swanton’s years later! business of not only looking by Speck and Swanton as a mation in the text of his articles; Chickasaw research is “Social That doesn’t make it untrue. for sources of historical infor- Chickasaw informant. But no sometimes, he cited certain and Religious Beliefs of the But it is important to learn as mation, but evaluating them as Chickasaw I’ve spoken with information via “a Chickasaw Chickasaw Indians.” It was a much as possible about these well. Two of the main sources knows anything about him. Indian.” 1928 publication of the Smith- Chickasaw people, their kinship, on how Chickasaws lived in In Speck’s article, Mikey’s Some of those unnamed sonian Institution’s Bureau of backgrounds and, if possible, the 1700s, John R. Swanton and Chickasaw name is Ca’bitci, sources may have been other American Ethnology. their own sources of information Frank G. Speck, were anthro- which Speck said meant clear- Chickasaws, possibly even We know very little about on Chickasaw culture. pologists who interviewed tribal ing. (When I asked Chickasaw females who would have had a the Chickasaw informants. Persons with information Anoatubby was a judge and on any of these Chickasaws grandfather of Gov. Bill or tribal members who spoke Anoatubby. Hayes and Wilson with John Swanton or Frank were identified by Swanton Speck are asked to contact me as the informants on fourteen at [email protected] or (405) Chickasaw stories dealing with 947-5020. Thanks for your con- clans and house groups. sideration. 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Complete Chiropractic Care Medicare, Most Insurances Accepted! 204 E. Main • Tishomingo, Okla. Office Hours: Mon. thur Fri. - 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.;Sat. Appointments Only (580) 371-2227 “A Chickasaw Tribal Member” 44 Obituaries April 2007 Church in Sulphur with Rev. Buel Earl and Helen Christine mell and Travis Trammell. Cowboy Crisis Fund, 101 Pro Ruby F. Colbert Jeremy Parham and Winston (Love) Green, In lieu of flowers, donations Rodeo Dr., Colorado Springs, Walls officiating. Interment was He was a lifelong resident of may be made to the Justin Colo. 80919. in Oaklawn Cemetery. Sulphur, graduating from Sul- Mrs. Green died Aug. 25, phur High School in 1954. 2006 at Durant, Okla. She was He joined the Rodeo Cowboys Note of Thanks born August 11, 1914 at Mead, Association in 1953 and began The family of Juanita Blackwell wish to express their appre- Okla., to original enrollee Sam- a career as a professional rodeo ciation to Dr. Mike Mason and his nurses, Linda and Sabrina uel Love and Ruby Ellen Wil- cowboy, fulfilling a dream. He for their loving care during her illness. Thank you to all the liamson Love. competed in the bull riding other employees at the Carl Albert Indian Hospital and to the She lived most of her life in event in his early days. Some employees at Health Care Innovations. the Sulphur area, retiring as highlights of his career included We also wish to thank the members of the Campground a school teacher at Sulphur’s winning both go-rounds and the Freewill Baptist Church, the Oil Center Pentecostal Holiness Washington School and Okla- average at Ft. Madison, Iowa in Church and to all who sent flowers and brought food. homa School for the Deaf. 1959. One of the bulls he rode A special thank you to Rev. Quinton Ray and Rev. Lorene She married Buel Green on Feb- for eight seconds had never Bratcher, the pallbearers and Gayla Bratcher and Billy Briggs ruary 11, 1933 in Tishomingo. been ridden. This earned him for their music. He preceded her in death on a picture on the cover of Time February 15, 1990. She was a magazine. That same year, he Ruby F. Colbert, 79, of Sul- member of the Shiloh Primitive won second in the average at phur, Okla., died March 7, Baptist Church. The couple Madison Square Garden in 2007. owned and operated Green’s New York City with a purse of Mrs. Colbert was born January Department Store in Sulphur for $3,200. He also won the bull rid- 24, 1928 at Wewoka, Okla., to over 60 years. ing event at the Calgary Stam- Robert E. and Dora E. Burchett. She is survived by four daugh- pede in 1964 and qualified for Mrs. Colbert attended schools in ters, Patricia Ruth Chambers, the first National Finals Rodeo Oklahoma City and high school Ardmore, Okla., Marilyn Love in 1959. at Central High. and her husband, Dale Walls, He would make six con- She married G. Dixie Colbert Richardson, Texas, Judith secutive National Finals in 1947 and moved with her Carol and Alvin Travmmell, as a bull rider. He finished family to Sulphur in 1954 where Mead, and Karen Elleen Mar- ninth in the world in 1957. she raised her six children, tin, Checotah, Okla.; a son, He returned to Sulphur to help hosted her many friends and Victor Joe Green, Sulphur; 14 his father with ranching duties worked for the National Park grandchildren, Mitchell Trib- when not on the circuit. In 1965, Services. bey, Lynn Karon Seivers, Noel he qualified for the steer roping Ruby Colbert is survived by Tribbey, Kellye Hickman, Mela- finals and would become the her six children, Stephen Dixie nie Hale, Renden Green, Buel first person to qualify for that Colbert, Tim K. Colbert, Dr. Walls, Winston Walls, Vicki and bull riding finals in the same Shelley Colbert Bohn, Scott Stetcher, Joel Alvin Trammel, year. Only two other cowboys Colbert, Mark Holmes Colbert Kari Dawn Johnson, Travis have done so since 1965. and John R. Colbert. Trammell, Shannon Brady and He won the Super Senior Also surviving are her 16 Kyla Love Millard; 29 great Steer Roping finals at the Lazy grandchildren, Nichole Beber- grandchildren and three great- E. Arena in Guthrie in 1997 and meyer, Brooke Colbert, Joe great grandchildren; and a sister, won several roping saddles over Colbert, Zac Colbert, Michael Mary Jane Cottingham, Carls- the years. Bohn, David Bohn, Kevin Bohn, bad, N. M. He is survived by a son, Aaron Duck, Alex Billings, Ben She was preceded in death by Renden Green, Sulphur; two Colbert, Clifton Colbert, Katie her parents; a stepfather, Frank daughters, Kellye Hickman and Colbert, Caroline Colbert, Ash- Roland; and her husband of 57 husband, Phil, Clint, Texas and lyn Colbert, Madeline Colbert years, Buel. Melanie Hale and husband, Tim, and Conner Colbert; and her Pallbearers were grandsons, Sherman, Texas; four sisters, five great-grandchildren, Rilee Buel Renden Green, Winston Patricia Chambers, Ardmore, Duck, Kinlee Duck, Emma Walls, Mitchell Tribbey, Tra- Okla., Marilyn Walls and hus- Bebermeyer, Abby Bebermeyer vis Trammell, Buel Walls, Joel band, Dale, Richardson, Texas, and Ella Billings; and two broth- Trammell, Noel Tribbey and Judith Trammell and husband, ers, Bob Burchett and Andy honorary bearer, Ralph Dod- Alvin, Mead, Okla., and Karen Burchett. son. Martin, Checotah, Okla.; seven Mrs. Colbert was predeceased grandchildren Garren Green, by her husband, G. Dixie Col- Joe Green Royce, Bryce, and Kyla Hick- bert. Services for Joe Green, 70, man, Nathaniel, Candace and Please make contributions to Sulphur, Okla., were Feb. 15, Zachary Hale; 11 nieces, neph- Arbuckle Hospital Trust, P.O. 2007 at the Sulphur United ews; and a companion, Shely Box 773, Sulphur, Oklahoma Methodist Church with pas- Goodrich, Sulphur. 73086. tor Wayne Edgar officiating. He was preceded in death by Phil McDrummond a life-long his parents. Helen Christine friend of Joe’s, will deliver the Pallbearers were grandsons eulogy. Interment was in Oak- Royce Hickman, Bryce Hick- Green lawn Cemetery. man, Nathaniel Hale, Zachary Services for Helen Christine Mr. Green died Feb. 12, at Hale, nephews, Mitch Tribbey, Green, 92, Sulphur, Okla., were Oklahoma City. He was born Noel Tribbey, Buel M. Walls, Aug. 28 at First Methodist August 9, 1936 at Sulphur to Winston Walls, Joe Alvin Tram-