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Carnegie, OK November 1, 2019 Vol. 3 Issue 3 KIC Coordinator, Stephen G. Smith It's not everyday you get the chance to see people happy about an election.

the current quorum which must be consisted of enrolled tribal members. The question of, 'Will we reach the 150 quorum today?' was on everyone's mind till the afternoon hour when the Election Commission announced that the quorum reached 167! Tables were called a few at a time for there were only six polls available. It was important to keep lines and traffic to a Many in attendance applauded and cheered for they knew minimum to avoid confusion. it meant the meeting can begin. It's not everyday you get the chance to see people happy about an election. Once everyone had a chance to vote the KIC meeting broke for lunch which was catered by the Kiowa Casino. Allowing The Kiowa Indian Council's first order of business was the Kiowa Election Commission a chance to tally the votes electing a Chairman for the day. Anthony Asetamy was and prepare for the announcement of new KIC Coordinator. quickly elected for the position along with Michelle Stephen Smith won with a count of 73 votes. Emerson for Secretary. After a round of applause and congratulations, Smith Written by: Dianna Hadley KIC Coordinator candidates: Deborah Wilson, Steve expressed himself and stated how glad he was to not only be Geronimo Hopkins, and Stephen Smith, were then given voted but for the Kiowa Tribe itself. The success of the event The Kiowa Indian Council (KIC) reached a quorum a chance to speak to the tribal members in audience their shows progress. The tribal members are becoming more of 167 at the Carnegie Public School's Multipurpose reason for their interests in being elected for the position. involved. Building in Carnegie, on October 26, 2019.

Those who registered early that morning where given special gifts donated by the Kiowa Casino. Most enjoyed the chance to fellowship with other Kiowa Tribal members and drink coffee along with refreshments courtesy of the Kiowa Election Commission.

The KIC is still adjusting to this new method of tribal elections. However, this recent election has shown great progress. The announcements for a special meeting by the Kiowa Legislators has gotten the attention of the Kiowa Tribe's members.

Throughout the morning, many where on their phones informing others about the event and

Kiowa Elders Honored at the 11th Annual Indian Elder Honors Banquet

Written by: Dianna Hadley

An estimation of 900 people attended the 11th Annual of the AARP Oklahoma Indian Elder Honors banquet; the event was held at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Tuesday, October 1, 2019.

This year marked 51 years that the AARP Oklahoma honored teachers, veterans, artists, tribal leaders, and culture preservationists from 30 tribal nations. The honorees represent what is best about the Native American people – a love of family, dedication to culture, and respect for all people. Among the 39 honorees who joined this fraternity of 550 was our very own Cornella “Pat” Kopepasah and Frances Harried “Della” Doyebi. Frances Doyebi is a member of the Kiowa Tribe Pictured with the honoree Cornelia Pat Kopepasah are (L to R) Dr. and part Caddo and Delaware; however, she was Catherine Alicia Georges, AARP National Volunteer President, honored by the Crow Tribe of Montana who gave Teewanna Edwards, AARP Oklahoma Executive Council member, Joe her the name “Bird All Over the World”. Many Ann Vermillion, AARP Oklahoma Volunteer President, and Mashell have traveled near and far to speak to Mrs. Doyebi Sourjohn, AARP OK Associate State Director Outreach. about the Kiowa language, songs, and how to translate English to Kiowa or vice versa. Frances attended and taught at the Native American boarding schools; she often shares those stories with others She is frequently requested to teach various Kiowa songs.

Mrs. Doyebi and her husband, Hugh Andele Doyebi, has recorded many Native American Church songs and stories in the Kiowa language to safeguard their integrity and cultural provenance. One of her memorable experience occurred when she was invited to address and pray in the Kiowa language at the National Native American Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. Frances continues to make shawls, necklaces, and regalia; she exclaimed Cornella Kopepasah is recognized as a woman of that she ensures it is done “the right and culturally personal grace and her love for her students, correct way”. community, and family. She is fondly called Pictured with the honoree Frances Harried Della Doyebi are (L to R) Dr. “Grandma Pat” by those who know her well. Catherine Alicia Georges, AARP National Volunteer President, Teewanna Kopepasah has had an impact on countless lives Edwards, AARP Oklahoma Executive Council member, Joe Ann during her 30+ years of employment at the Vermillion, AARP Oklahoma Volunteer President, and Mashell Sourjohn, Anadarko Public Schools. She has served as a AARP OK Associate State Director Outreach. substitute teacher, attendance coordinator and consulting teacher for a Kiowa language class. Presently, she is the secretary of the Indian Indian Education department. The award-winning Elder Happy Anadarko Public Schools Indian Education Dance Troupe had Cornella as the coordinator for the Honors Veteran's Day past 20 years. It is through her that students learn OCTOBER 1, 2019 poise, patience, and respect for their peers, elders, to all of our and their heritage. She instills a sense of cultural pride inside the students and encourages them to Kiowa always give a prayer of ‘thanks. Mrs. Kopepasah is a devoted teacher and preservationist of language, song, and culture. Warriors. KIOWA NEWS PAGE 2 November 1, 2019 ————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Kiowa Women Making a Difference in The Magpie & The Turtle Indian Education

Written By: Adriel Clemens YUKON, Okla. – 35-year-old Timothy Yeahquo Jr. always wanted to write a book. But he really didn’t know what subject to write about? Being a father of six children, a Native American and a Kiowa, the topic became clear. “The Magpie and the Turtle,” a story about Native folklore and how it relates to everyday life.

Yeahquo is not a professional writer, in fact not a writer at all. But he wanted to give it a try. So he started writing the book a few years ago, but it wasn’t published until October 1, 2019. Pictured L to R: Sunny Hegwood, Kiowa Higher Education Director; Summer Palmer; Amber Silverhorn-Wolf, Kiowa Higher Education Counselor; and Matt Komalty, Kiowa Tribal Chairman. “The Magpie and the Turtle,” is about two feuding creatures who are at odds with just about everything. Magpie, a native Oklahoma bird doesn’t like the slow turtle. The turtle thinks the MINNEAPOLIS, MN - The Kiowa Tribe was well represented at 50th frail bird needs to mind his own business. Together they are confronted with a snake, which Annual National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Convention and in Kiowa folklore could be known as a trickster. The snake tries to fool both of them to have his way. But as Yeahquo says, “you’ll have read the book to find out what happens.” Trade Show in Minneapolis, MN. The convention was held October 8-12, Yeahquo says there are many parallels to this story that coincides with today’s society. 2019. Freda Tippeconnie was honored with Classroom Teacher of the “People are sometimes at odds and many indifferences, but you find out we still need each Year. This award honors educators who promote language, culture, and other,” Yeahquo said. tribal sovereignty. This award is given to one who demonstrates leadership and uses innovative techniques to promote lifelong learning. Summer Yeahquo got his inspiration from the old Kiowa stories he heard growing up about Red Wolf, Saynday and the Kiowa Creation story. He feels the slow turtle and the frail bird can Palmer received the Community Service Award. She was chosen for her appeal to all ages, however, the book is intended for children ages four to 10. significant impact to provide funding or support for Native programs. She also earned this award for her leadership in promoting, defending, or Yeahquo plans to have a book signing and maybe even a book reading soon in Kiowa supporting Native education. Dr. Sunny Hegwood, Director of Higher country. He hopes to share his experiences writing and creating the book with friends, Education, Amber Silverhorn-Wolfe, Higher Education Counselor and family, and new acquaintances. Tribal Chairman Matthew Komalty were on hand to support the honorees. Yeahquo Jr. is the son of Timothy Sr. and Ivy Lois Yeahquo. On his father’s side, Yeahquo NIEA was formed in 1970 by Native educators who were eager to find comes from Maurice and Mary Toppah Yeahquo, his grandmother is Maureen Yeahquo. On solutions to improve the education system for Native children and youth. his Mother’s side Yeahquo comes from Walden and Ivy Satepauhoofle Ware, his Its first executive director was Ace Sahmaunt, another Kiowa tribal citizen. grandmother is Janelle Ware Sanchez. Timothy Yeahquo Jr. has one sister her name is Congratulations to all the recipients! We are proud of you and thank you Chrystal Yeahquo Hogan. Higher Education for all the great work that you do. ”The Magpie and the Turtle” can be purchased online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other book retailers. Freda Tippeconnie presented Classroom Teacher of the Year by

NIEA President, Robin Butterfield. – ———————————————————————————————————————————————

Summer Palmer honored with the Community Service Award.

Timothy Yeahquo Jr. plans to have a 'book signing' event in Carnegie, Oklahoma this Fall 2019. -

Kiowa News is a monthly publication. The Kiowa Newspaper can be picked up, in Car- Kiowa News staff reporters are members of the Native The Kiowa Tribal Chairman fully negie at the Kiowa Tribal Complex, Carnegie American Journalism Association (NAJA). supports the Bill of Rights as it reads Library, Bank of Commerce, Hop n Sack, the in the Kiowa constitution, Article 1,- Indian Clinic, Carnegie Lumber, B-3 Conven- Bill of Rights, Section b: ience Store, Farmers Bank, the Kiowa Gift Shop, the AOA Center and the Tax Commission office. “The government of the tribe shall In Anadarko at the Indian Clinic, Kiowa Pro- grams Office, the Kiowa Housing Authority, Dar- not make or enforce any law which ko Affordable Housing Solutions, Warrior Mart, Contributing Writers & Photographers: prohibits the freedom of speech, ex- and Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Coopera- Dianna Hadley, Neely Tsoodle, & Adriel Clements pression, or of the press, or the right tive. In Lawton at the Indian Hospital and Co- of the People peaceably to assem- manche Gift Shop. In Mt. View at Hop n Sack. All stories and pictures, for the newspaper, can be sent ble and to petition the government In Hobart at Sunny’s Convenience Store. In Ok- to: [email protected] for redress of grievance.” lahoma City at the Indian Clinic. KIOWA NEWS PAGE 3 November 1, 2019 AVT Student From the desk of Kiowa Tribal Chairman KHEGP Student Of The Month Of The Month - Matt Komalty November 1, 2019 Hello Tribal Citizens, ...progress has happened here It is with great confidence that I report to you at headquarters, Kiowa Tribal the progress that has happened here at Complex. headquarters, Kiowa Tribal Complex.

Red Buffalo Hall is beginning to look great. I am looking forward to reopening it’s doors Another exciting event was that of our for tribal activities and events, meetings, and Kiowa elders who were able to take the trip services. The building for judicial branch is out west to Albuquerque, New Mexico. This getting closer to its opening as well. Also, the was the first trip of its kind where the elders Uriah Glenn Beaver is from Anadarko, Jeffrey Stewart Williams has ties to the pavement for the parking lots at all three picked where they wanted to go and what Oklahoma where he graduated from Lawton and Meers area. He is currently

Kiowa Tribe Head Start centers will begin they wanted to do. All expenses paid!I think Anadarko High School. His family is residing in Temple, Texas. Jeffrey graduated soon. it is great to see our elders getting out and Glenn Beaver, Katherine Charlie, Joseph high school from Saudi Arabian staying active. We hope to offer this type of Mariah, Raniah Miah, Dante Tristen, International School, Jeddah, Kingdom of

The Kiowa Tribe Suicide Prevention (KTSP) event again in the future for our treasured Hainta Kay, and Larry Horse. He enjoys Saudi Arabia. He also has a previous 4-year program was awarded the Native Connections citizens. listening to music, playing video games, Bachelor of Science degree from grant in the amount of $1 million over a four and practicing his craft. Northwestern State University of Louisiana, year period. Speaking of our tribal treasures, Mrs. Natchitoches, LA. His wife is Amber Staley Juanita Daugomah Ahtone has gone on to be Uriah attends JB’s Barber College in Williams and his son is Ethan Yeahquo- This is great news because of how hard the with the Lord. For decades she has been a Oklahoma City, Oklahoma where he Stewart Williams. Jeffrey is the son of Jim program works to prevent and reduce suicidal fixture on the daily here at the tribal studies Barbering. He has achieved Gold Williams and Eva Mae Yeahquo Williams. behavior as well as substance abuse while headquarters in Carnegie, Oklahoma. Not Work Keys, Principal Honor Roll, and His grandparents are Vivian Mae Yeahquo maintaining cultural values. Recently KTSP only was she a long-time employee, but she Honor student for the Kiowa Tribe. His and Kenneth James Williams. His great has held classes during the month of October was a faithful volunteer. She was known to futures goals are to earn his Barber’s grandparents are Edward Yeahquo and Mae leading into the month of November for move mountains in Indian Country. She was License and to own his own shop. Quoetone and Jimmy Quoetone and

Native American Heritage Month. The tribal expected to be in attendance at the 76th Bekobeah. His the great-great-great youth were taught how to make mocassins. annual National Congress of American The Kiowa Adult Vocational Training grandson of Tayauday and a direct

Once completed, they will be able to wear Indians (NCAI) in Albuquerque. Ahtone Program has been funding him since descendent of Old Chief Lonewolf. them to various ‘Rock Your Mocs’ events was a long-time NCAI member and September 2019. The program helps him throughout the month. volunteer. I was pleased that Indian Country by providing money for gas and meals Currently, Jeffery is attending Texas State honored her at the convention. Her lifetime when he attends school. Technical College in Waco, Texas. His is in Most recently in the month of October; Vice of dedication echoed among the crowd of the Industrial Systems Engineering degree

Chairwoman, Rhonda Ahhaitty, and I visited hundreds. He says: “Our tribe gets a lot of hate, but program. In his spare time, he enjoys being with the Kiowa(s) in New Mexico at an they also do a lot of things for their a father to his toddler son. He stated, “I

Informational Community Meeting. Some of We will truly miss her classic Kiowa humor people so stop hating and appreciate what enjoy spending time with him and watching the topics included; the $6 million dollar RAP but most of all the spirit and love she has they offer.” him grow/develop. The wife and I like to proposed plans; as well as program and always shown for her people. spend time outdoors any time we can and service updates. We also took questions from enjoy going hiking, camping, and kayaking. the audience. I want to thank all of you for Sincerely, When back in the Lawton area, we always coming out. We plan to do this in other make sure to visit the Wichita Wildlife heavily populated states in 2020. Matthew Komalty, Kiowa Chairman Refuge (where my wife previously served as an intern) at least once.” THE COURTS STAND BEHIND KIOWA TRIBAL CHAIRMAN He was hired as a Substation Operations ANADARKO, Okla. – The lawsuit against and exclaimed it was an illegal procedure Intern for the Spring 2018 semester with the Kiowa Tribal Chairman Matthew Komalty since Komalty signed for himself and for the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) was dismissed on October 30, 2019, in the Kiowa Casino Operations Authority (KCOA). out of Austin, TX. When asked about his Court of Indian Offenses, Southern Plains Poe was the acting KCOA chairman during future goals, he shared that his immediate Region. The honorable judge Ronald McGee this time. goals include finding employment in an heard the case filed by tribal member Joe Poe industrial maintenance technician capacity. Jr. Judge McGee took no action on Komalty’s His long-term career goals include learning decision to fire Poe, so Komalty’s decision as much as he can to become a better Poe asked the courts to restrain Chairman stands. Poe is no longer a board member or Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm technician, mechanic, and person. He also Komalty of utilizing any of the recent $6M acting chair of the KCOA. Phone: (580) 654-6324 shared that he spent much of his childhood transferred from casino revenue and placed it Email: [email protected] in Meers and would also like to move his into a separate tribal account. Poe’s attorneys The newest member of the KCOA, Luke family back to the Lawton area one day. argued Komalty retained the money illegally Yeahquo’s employment was also questioned and should be constrained by spending any of by Poe. Poe’s attorneys argued Yeahquo was Jeffrey is a three-time recipient of the the funds. not qualified. According to the KCOA charter, Follow Us on KHEGP grant award. When asked how the a board member is required to have a four- Kiowa Tribe Higher Education Grant The Court was provided with the original year degree, two minimum and/or five years Facebook page: Program has helped him to get to where his Resolution passed by the Kiowa Indian of related experience. Poe’s attorney claimed is today, he stated, “The monetary assistance Council which provided Chairman Komalty Yeahquo had none of the requirements and Kiowa Higher that the Tribe has provided has been with the necessary authority to obtain and accused Komalty of bringing him on as an immensely helpful. The grant program has negotiate the loan. The loan when amended by inside ally. Education Grant helped me cover the cost of tuition as well the Chairman obtained an additional $6M for as offset the cost of the tools needed, which the tribe. If Poe would have been successful Komalty’s defense argued Yeahquo is a Program. can be rather expensive. I am honored and

the tribe would have been deprived of the use ______successful businessman with years of thankful to the Tribe for helping me along of the funds and the $6M would have gone experience and two years of college. Ryland my path.” back to the KCOA. Rivas, Komalty’s attorney stated in court that ——————–—–—————————————————————————— the Kiowa Legislature which oversees the Judge McGee explained that Poe’s attorneys KCOA had thirty days to revoke or confirm failed to prove the money was in any harm and Yeahquo’s board appointment. That never no damage was done to the tribe. McGee happened. Yeahquo’s confirmation stands as stated the tribe must produce a plan and budget appointed and remains on the KCOA board. on how the money will be used before it proceeds. All charges Poe filed against Komalty were dismissed or not recognized. “This is a day for Poe’s attorneys also accused Komalty of celebration as the Tribe will begin to better terminating Poe out of retaliation since Poe see the fruits of their patience. This is a win took a stance on the $6M transferred money for all tribal members,” said Komalty. 2019 Kiowa Elder Payment Information

OKC- Monday, December 2, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Remington Park Casino located in the Track North Banquet Hall. Free Valet parking will be available and Kiowa Tribe Elder Payment Checks may be cashed inside the casino with a valid ID. There will be a catered meal and each elder may bring one guest with them. This past summer, Father's Day, June Once the dates are finalized, an 2019; the Tanedooah family had their announcement will be made. Everyone Tulsa- Wednesday, December 4, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Hard Rock Casino annual family reunion at William is welcomed to come and participate. located in the Grand Hall Cherokees. Free Valet parking will be available and Kiowa Tribe Tanedooah's home place, east of Carnegie, Elder Payment Checks may be cashed inside the casino with a valid ID. There will be a Oklahoma. It was a grand and beautiful If for any reason you are unable to catered meal and each elder may bring one guest with them. day of fellowship thanks to the great turn attend a fundraiser; however, would still out. Many enjoyed the opportunity to visit, like to help. Donations and pledges are Carnegie- Friday, December 6, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Kiowa Tribal both children and adults participated in the still accepted. Thank you in advanced Complex located in Red Buffalo Hall. Kiowa Tribe Elder Payment Checks may be cashed games and activities, winners received for your extended support. at Farmer’s Bank in Carnegie with valid identification. There will be a catered meal and $25.00 each. The oldest and youngest male The greatest honor for the committee each elder may bring one guest with them. and female were also recognized and would be if all descendants from honored. Tanedooah came and participated at the All living Enrolled Kiowa Tribal Member’s age 62 and older by December 31, 2019 will reunion. The tipi will be set up once Special thank you to those who brought receive an Elder Payment check in the amount of $500. again for cedaring and prayer. donations and cover offerings, it help The committee has meetings twice a tremendously with expenses. "We month at the Botone Memorial United Elders will need any form of a valid ID to pick up their Elder Payment check in person and [Tanedooah family] would like to thank will also sign that they have received their check. Methodist Church at 11:00 am. Family every for their kindness, the reunion would members are encouraged to attend. You not be successful without your help," can also follow on Facebook, Forms of acceptable Identification may include a Kiowa Tribal ID, State Driver’s License, exclaimed Milton Tanedooah Family Reunion. Helen State ID, Military ID, Passport etc. "Pepper" Tsatoke, Chairman of the Eckiwaudah will post information and Tanedooah Reunion Committee. announcements for meetings and If you are picking up an elder check for an elder, you must bring a signed letter from them fundraisers. giving you permission and also show your valid ID. Tsatoke also said moving forward, Once again, thank you for all your help preparations are beginning for next year's and donations in keeping the Annual All elder payment checks that are not picked up in person will be mailed out by the end of reunion, 2020. $25.00 pledges are being Tandedooah Family Reunion going g the business day on Friday, December 6, 2019. accepted to honor the grandparents. every year. "ah-ho" Fundraisers such as Bingo and others are being planned as well to help with Please be advised that the Kiowa Tribe Enrollment Department will be closed during the expenses for the 2020 Tanedooah Family - Milton "Pepper" Tsatoke week of December 2 through December 6, 2019. For more information regarding the Elder Reunion. Chairman of Tanedooah Payment please call 580-654-2300. Family Committee KIOWA NEWS PAGE 4 November 1, 2019 Greetings from Germany Indigenous People's Day

By Adriel Clements CARNEGIE Okla. - The Kiowa Tribe had the honor of hosting an International guest, Martina Rommel, from Stuttgart, Germany. District 6 Representative, Ben Zotigh, served as one of her tour guides. She is researching and documenting Oklahoma Native Americans for several years. Her stay extended three weeks.

Rommel has toured and visited more than 20 tribes, the Kiowa Tribe was her last visit, Rommel was excited to witness everything the Kiowa Tribe stood for, from viewing the Kiowa Museum murals, meeting the Kiowa Elders, and learning about the Kiowa Culture. “My trip was great” Rommel said, she made many fond memories of her trip to Oklahoma. Rommel’s final stop was the Kiowa Black Leggings event in Anadarko, Oklahoma. She gained so much knowledge from the , we hope to have more International guests in the future. Cameron University Native American Student Association (CU NASA) featuring Fawn (Tsatoke) Bear, Kiowa, 2019 CU NASA President. 'For centuries the Western Hemisphere Written by: Dianna Hadley has adopted the term 'American Indian'. During the 1960s many activists in the United States and Canada began to reject October 14, 2019 was a day off for many that term and Native American became but for some it was something more preferred in it's place. meaningful. Indigenous People's Day instead of Columbus Day has now Today's society, approximately 4 decades become a movement for many Native later, is much more educated and has a Americans. As of April 2019 there are six better understanding of the people who states and 130 cities and towns who have indeed originated on the soil that is legally adopted the change. modern day America.

But what exactly does 'indigenous' mean? The adoption of Indigenous People's Day Thanks to my curiosity, I found myself began in 1989 in South Dakota. It was asking questions and searching the web when Lynn Hart and Governor for answers. Mickelson backed a resolution to celebrate Native American day on the Martina Rommel pictured with Kiowa District 6 Legislator, Ben Wolf Let's begin by first explaining the second Monday of October, marking the ——————–—–—————————————————————————— difference between being 'native' and beginning of the year of reconciliation in being 'indigenous'. Native would mean 1990. Since then other towns and cities that a person is born in a specified place. began to adopt the change for their Thus the term Native American because communities. New Mexico Community Meeting he or she is native to America. This day brings an opportunity for tribes By Neely Tsoodle However, once you to begin to say to educate and showcase their heritage ...to even see more Kiowas is even more 'indigenous people' you soon realize that and culture. shocking, I'm sure there are a lot more out it has different concept. It means that the Albuquerque, NM – More than sixty there. people originated from the land, or Several events were happening Kiowa tribal members attended the Kiowa occurred naturally from a particular place throughout the region where many New Mexico Community Informational i.e., America. participants dressed themselves in regalia Meeting held at the Isleta Casino & Resort Ricky Poolaw from Bernalillo, NM is the and shared part of their heritage with on Wednesday, October 23, 2019. Many of chairman of the Kiowa Connection of When Christopher Columbus accidentally others, including Kiowa Tribal members those who showed up were the elders from Albuquerque (KCA). The KCA is a group discovered America, he called the people Fawn Tsatoke and Warren Quetone. Oklahoma who were visiting the area. of tribal members who gather routinely to share, network, fellowship and most saw "indigos" which is Latin for indigena. He was so convinced that he It is exciting to see the movement grow For the small crowd of New Mexico tribal important stay connected. Poolaw said it is reached the shores of South Asia; stronger each year. Talk of adopting the members, the Informational Meeting was not often tribal leadership come outside Columbus fostered the use of the term change in Carnegie, Oklahoma, the met with a warm reception. Nearly twenty tribal jurisdiction to visit in an organized Indios for people from the Indus valley. location of Kiowa Tribal Headquarters, NM tribal residents attended. manner. So he believed this meeting was useful. Poolaw also used this time to ask has now begun. Robert Tsoodle from Albuquerque, NM questions and offer comments such. Bernalillo was pleased that the tribe and its Executive Branch could meet with folks Outside of the and A segment, Komalty living outside Kiowa jurisdiction. “I was and Ahhaitty addressed a full room filled really surprised. My family is big, so to with elders, young adults, tribal staff and even see more Kiowas is even more employees and five of the Legislators were shocking. I’m sure there are a lot more out in attendance. there,” Tsoodle said. Komalty felt the meeting was a great start According to Kiowa tribal records, there to many more meetings of its kind to are nearly 160 registered voters in New come. Komalty reported on the Mexico. Tribal Chairman Matthew employment rate, head start programs (two Komalty and Vice Chairwoman Rhonda sites) re-opening after renovations, who Ahhaitty have started a community are eligible for higher education, and the informational meeting tour through some recent re-opening of the housing of the more heavily populated areas department to name a few. outside of Oklahoma. New Mexico is one of them. The meetings are intended to give This is the first meeting of the District 7 members an up-close picture of the tribe (at-large population) tour. The Executive and its operation of daily functions and Branch plans on several more community Tipi talk with Warren "P'haw Ah Tahlee" Queton was one of the best parts of Indigenous successes. “I thought it was good informational meetings outside tribal Peoples Day at Oklahoma University. information, I think it’s important to see jurisdiction which is slated to begin after what’s coming down the line,” said the new year. Tsoodle. Watch for the at-large meeting schedule coming in 2020 by following Facebook @thekiowatribe and www.kiowatribe.org. Happy Birthday to ______my handsome little man. We wish you Happy 3rd Birthday to many blessings on your day and our little monster. everyday.

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Love, Mom, Dad, & your siblings. KIOWA NEWS PAGE 5 November 1, 2019 KIOWA LEGISLATURE Kiowa Tribal Complex Office number-580-654-6338

Kiowa Tribe Legislators All District Legislators can be reached by calling the Legislative office at 580-654-6338. District Representatives Tribal cell phone numbers are listed below. ANGELA CHADDLESONE MCCARTHY ANITA JOHNSON District District #1 -Anadarko #5 - Red River Tribal Cell: Please visit the Kiowa Tribe website, kiowatribe.org to view or download job Tribal Cell: 580-699-0868 405-313-5419 announcements, fillable job applications forms, and obtain information on how to apply. You may also contact the Human Resources office at 580-654- 6317 or 6335. MICHAEL Q. PRIMUS II BENJAMIN LUCERO District #2 - Carnegie WOLF Tribal Cell: 580-730-1592 NOTE: The Kiowa Tribe provides a comprehensive benefits package including: leave District #6 - Elk Creek benefits, (13) paid holidays, health insurance plan providing eligible employees access to Tribal Cell: 580-919-9235 medical, dental and vision care insurance benefits, $25,000 Basic Life and $25,000 Basic MARILYN BREAD AD& D insurance coverage at no cost to employees, and 3% employer contribution into the District #3 - Medicine Bluff MODINA WATERS Employee Savings Trust Plan (401k.) Tribal Cell: 580-699-6428 District #7 - All Kiowa Tribal Cell: 580-699-4017 JESSIE SVITAK District #4-Lawton Area Featured Jobs Tribal Cell: 580-574-1393 The Kiowa Legislature holds monthly meetings every second Saturday of every month in accordance with the Job Title: Veterans Service Director Kiowa Constitution. Each meeting will begin at 9am at a designated location which will be advertised in local pub- lications Job Summary: Under the guidance and supervision of the Executive Director, is assigned and responsibilities involving the coordination of benefits and other related services for eligible veterans and their dependents. Serves as an advocate for veterans in order to maximize services and benefits for eligible veterans and their families in a designated geographical area. Serves as a liaison to other federal and state agencies in matters related to veterans services and benefits. Advise and assist Veterans, Veterans Survivors and their dependents of rights and service benefits and legislation.

Qualifications: Associate Degree (AA) or High School diploma or Equivalent required. Military status, based upon discharge from active military service, other than dishonorable discharge. Citizenship in the United States; Military: United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Army National Guard, Coast Guard and/or Reserves.

Closing Date: Open Till Filled

Job Title: Bus Driver/Custodian (2 positions)

Job Summary: The Bus Driver/Custodian is under the immediate supervision of the Transportation/Facilities Manager and is responsible for compliance with Head Start federal, state, and tribal regulations, including but not limited to Head Start Performance Standards and transportation requirements, Model Tribal Head Start Health and Safety Code, OHS Child Care Licensing requirements, and State Bus Driver Standards. Maintains a clean and safe environment in Head Start facilities, vehicles, outdoor areas, storage areas, and safe shelters. Provides safe transportation for Head Start children, families, and staff. Conducts child passenger checks before leaving to ensure that all children are in age appropriate child safety restraints and checking before exiting the vehicle to ensure no children are left on the vehicle. Keeps the bus clean and in proper working condition at all times. Maintains all transportation and maintenance records required by the program.

THIS AMENDS JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR TWO (2) POSITIONS TO BE FILLED: 1) ANADARKO, AND 2) LAWTON, OKLAHOMA.

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED equivalent. Valid Oklahoma State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required Commercial Driver's License (CDL), required with a Passenger School bus (PS) endorsement preferred or have the willingness with ability to attain the endorsement.

Closing Date: Open Till Filed

A message from Kiowa Tribal District Word Find Court Administrator, Anthony Asetamy Kiowa Numbers: 1 - 10 Created by: Dianna Hadley Please be advised that the letter All Tribal members that are not shown above was disseminated parties in an open case will may Special "Thank You" to on September 11/12, 2019, to all be notified via Facebook, Kiowa Phil "Joe Fish" Dupoint 380 parties associated with cases Newspaper, or other social for his input. that were filed at the BIA-Court networks. of Indian Offenses. At this time, 45 letters have been returned with Additionally, please be aware no forwarding address. If you are that it is your responsibility to ANSWERS aware of anyone that has an open update the Court on any address Kiowa Tribal case at the CFR changes. We will not search for Court, please notify or inform your address as we are not them of this letter as it is connected to any other imperative that all parties are departments, therefore, if you fail notified of the upcoming change to do so, it will result in not of venue. getting noticed of any upcoming hearings.

Caring adults can make a difference in a child's life by becoming a foster parent. Every child Draw with deserves a chance; and me once you see them smile, it Search for Kiowa words typed in bold: makes it all worth it. If you have the will to nurture & Number 1 (one): Pi-gaw Number 6 (six): Ma'w-saw protect a child[ren] call the Kiowa Tribe Indian Number 2 (two): Y'ee Number 7 (seven): Pa'hn-sayn Child Welfare (ICW) at: Number 3 (three): Pa'h-oh Number 8 (eight): Yaht-sayn Office: (580) 654-2349 or Number 4 (four): Y'ee-ke'ah Number 9 (nine): Ka'wt-sayn (580) 654-6309 Number 5 (five): Aw-ohn-t'ah Number 10 (ten): Kaw-kheen

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She worked as a substitute teacher OBITUARIES and a teacher’s assistant and was also Obituaries, for posting may be submitted to: [email protected]. or a personal care assistant. She was a 580-654-2300 ext. 6403 certified job coach and began her career as a special education teacher at Carriage Hills Elementary where she worked at the time of her passing. She was a Special Olympic coach in 2011-2012 and was also a volunteer for the Olympics. Krystle’s passion was teaching. She loved spending time with her children and her major goal was to give the world to her children because they were her world. Juanita Daugomah Ahtone was She is survived by her mother, Emma born July 7, 1928 to James w. Mae Adams, of Lawton; her siblings Daugomah and Celia Lonewolf. and their spouses, Michael Easley, Juanita attended Carnegie Public Rudy and Yolanda Tartsah, Stephen schools and graduated from Haskell Easley, Casey and Shawna Tartsah, Indian Institute from the Business Levi and Laryn Easley, Sarah Easley Dept in 1948 She served as Miss and Colt Phillips, Billy and Roxanne Haskell in 1947. Her grandmother On Saturday, October 5, 2019, Letha Adams, Sabrina Easley, Amanda Ida Wansey Wahsay was her Mae Autaubo Goombi Peters, Adams, Misty Adams, Shanon Haney, chaperone. Juanita’s paternal loving Mother, Grandmother, and Betty Livingood, Michelle and Dustin grandparents are Daugomah and Joycie Lucrita McDaniel 96 of Sister, passed away at age 81. Prayer Crider, Tabitha Hulsey, and numerous Mamie Togomote her maternal Lawton went to be with her Lord and Service will be held Wednesday, nieces and nephews, Aunts, Uncles, grandparents are Delos Knowles Savior at her home on Tuesday October 9 at 7:00 pm at Comanche Cousins, and many other family Lonewolf ( DK) and Ida Wansey October 1, 2019 with her loving Nation Funeral Home. Funeral will members and friends. Wahsay. Juanita married the late family by her side. be held Thursday, October 10 at Vernon R. Ahtone in 1948 and was 10:00 am at First Baptist Church in She is preceded in death by her Funeral service will be 12:00 P.M. married for 60 years. She worked at Anadarko, OK. children, Emma Lena Mary Cliburn Monday October 7, 2019 at the El Fenix Mexican Restaurant, and Kristo James Robert Cliburn; her Comanche Nation Funeral Home Taylor Publishing, American Indian Letha was born on March 20, 1938 in father, William Michael Jack Easley; Chapel with Pastor Roger Snow Center in Dallas Texas. They had 6 Lawton, OK to Francis and Mae her step father, Billy Wayne Adams; officiating. Burial is 2:00 P.M. sons and 2 daughters.After her (Ahkeahbo) Goombi. She attended her maternal and paternal Monday October 7, 2019 at the Ft. husband Vernon R. Ahtone retired Alden Schools and graduated from grandparents; and several aunts, and Sill National Cemetery Elgin under from the Dallas Police Department Anadarko High School. Letha uncles and her bestest friend, Scott the direction of Comanche Nation they returned home to Carnegie. attended Haskell Indian Nations Brewer. Funeral Home. College and continued to further her She served as the Kiowa Tribe higher education and obtained a Secretary, served on the Kiowa Visitation will be Sunday 2 PM until nursing degree in Albuquerque, New Business Committee for 3 terms, 5PM at the funeral home. Mexico. She worked as a nurse for and has been active with NCAI (National Congress of American Joycie was born on April 28, 1923 to over 40 years and retired at the age of 62. Indians) for 46 years. She was Horace and Alice (Bear) Newsom in inspirational in the opening of the Lawton. She graduated from Central She worked as a nurse for over 40 Dallas Indian United Methodist High School in 1941. Joyce met the years and retired at the age of 62. Church, Dallas/Ft. Worth Intertribal love of her life Robert McDaniel they Pow-Wow Club, Executive Director married in November 1956 at the In 1966, Letha married Mathew at the American Indian Center, Post Chapel at Ft. Sill. Peters and raised 6 children. Letha Member of the Dallas Indian loved singing gospel music. At the She was a proud member of the bowling league. She was currently age of 12, she was invited to sing Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma. She serving as an elder Language with the Stamps Quartet of Gospel enjoyed reading, fishing, catching the Mentor for the Kiowa Language Music in Dallas, Texas. While biggest fish, camping, cross word and Culture Revilztation Program. attending high school, she was puzzles, taking care of her family and She is survived by her children: presented with an opportunity of being in charge of Thanksgiving Vernon “Cy” Ahtone of Elgin, singing at the Civic Center in Dinner. Betty Ahtone Cummings of Grand Oklahoma City. In 2003, Letha and Prairie Texas, Bonita Alice She is survived by: husband Robert her sister Pat were invited to sing at Ahtone,Carnegie, Vohn K Ahtone L. McDaniel of the home; daughter the Billy Graham Crusade in of Apache and Paul Daugomah of Lucille Lela Bear Emmert died Patricia Brown of Lawton; grandson Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City. Oct. 5, 2019, at her home in El Reno. Bobby Burris and wife Loraine; Letha and her sisters, known as the She was born April 23, 1970, in granddaughter Joyce Ann McMackin; She has 20 grandchildren, 44 great- Goombi Sisters, continued singing Lawton but lived most of her life in great grandsons Colten Burris and grandchildren and five great-great gospel music, for many years at El Reno. Lucille’s many jobs Dillon Easter; great granddaughter grandchildren. She is preceded in various events. included dispatcher for the El Reno Whitney Easter; sisters: Roberta death by her parents James W. Police Department, EMT at Park McClung, Galena Powell and Donna Daugohmah and Celia Lonewolf, Letha had an infectious smile and View Hospital, guard at Oklahoma Napier; many nieces, nephews, other Her sons Victor “ Buddy” Ahtone, compassionate spirit, along with a big County Jail and Canadian County Vance Allen Ahtone, , Vincent G family members and friends. heart. She was an avid Oklahoma Children’s Justice Center, and Ahtone, Virgil Ahtone, Grandchild: University football and Oklahoma surveillance at Lucky Star Casino. George M. Tallbird, Great-grand She is preceded in death by: her City Thunder fan and loved watching She was a member of the El Reno children : Christopher Ahtone, Lula parents; brothers and sisters: Garland her children and grandchildren play Indian Baptist Church and First Free Ahtone Longhat, Titus Moore. Newsom, Bud Newsom, Riley sports. Will Baptist Church. Newsom, Amy Hall, Mary Carol Brother’s James Daugomah, Art Gilley, Patrick Earl Newsom; son in She is preceded in death by her Lucille is survived by her siblings, Daugomah. Sisters: Mamie Bohay, law Jesse Brown. husband Mathew, daughter Francis, James Bear Jr. and Richard Bear, Vena Beaver, Ida Landon, Lou parents Francis and Mae Goombi, both of the home, Daryl Bear of Walker, Charlotte Ann Daugomah, brother Hurley Goombi and sisters Mustang, Alisha Killsnight of El Kathleen Redbone and Ruby Lopez. Reno, Kompton Killsnight of She is survived by daughters Denise Oklahoma City and Joycelyn Smith and Janice Worcester of Killsnight of El Reno; stepson, Oklahoma City, OK and Jackie Joseph Emmert of Oklahoma City; Newton of Fort Dodge, IA, sons Jeff and one grandson. Wall of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Derick Peters of Wichita Falls, TX,and Jon Peters of Meers, OK. She Conversations with a Kiowa Elder was blessed with 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Kiowa history has always been a passion of mine. My She often told me that it is important to inspiration to write about the heritage and culture remain humble and thank Daw-k'ee (God/ comes from the many conversations I've had with my grandparents and other elders I've had the privilege to Creator) for another day and the blessings meet throughout my upbringing. I do my best to keep you receive, no matter how big or how track of everything they tell me and only share a small, always be grateful. selective few.

I still have much to learn and have yet to discover the The memory of her elders waking early in answers to all my questions. However, it is the Kiowa morning to go outside, face east, and pray Elders who share their stories and memory that I am during the sunrise fasinated me. able to do what I love.

My hope is that by sharing what I learn from them; I often stared at the tipis during For news, videos others will soon follow and began to document the very encampment at ceremonies and gatherings. announcements, things that makes us Kiowa so the next generation will Kiowa(s) like many other tribes place the learn. - Dianna Hadley ______door of the tipi east in order to rise with pictures, and live sun. streaming of A special visitor came into the office one Kiowa Tribal day to tell me about a recent trip. She was My grandparents always made me get up so happy and grateful for getting selected to in the morning hours. If it was during one events go to our go on the special elder trip to New Mexico. of the ceremonials where we set a camp at, facebook page: I had to wake up extra early. Grandmother She expressed that she felt like a 'queen' would tell me "bay haw (get up), it's not Krystle Rose-Marie Easley thanks to all the arrangements planned for good to sleep all day." Sleepy eyed with a August 23, 1985 - October 5, 2019 the Kiowa elders to enjoy. It was truly a mess of hair there I was sitting at the table The Kiowa blessing to see her so happy. in the middle of our camp for breakfast. Krystle was born on August 23, 1985 The moment I received my plate she had Tribe in Lawton, Oklahoma to William We continued to talk about her experience everyone pause for prayer. Michael and Emma Mae (Smith) then she said something that made me pause Easley. She attended school in and begin to think. It was during these times I was told about Central, Marlow, Fletcher, and the tipi, the sunrise & sunset, east west; graduated from Lawton High School "Everything started and ended in prayer, how they intertwine with each other as in 2004. Then attended Cameron that's the Kiowa way." This very sentence well as the balance they provide. University and graduated with a stayed with me the rest of day. Bachelor of Science Degree in May For every beginning, there is an ending. of 2009 and was obtaining her As I continued to dwell on this thought, Each day, life, ceremony, social gathering, Master’s Degree. She played softball memories began to flow in my head. I whatever - starts and finishes with prayer. while a student at Fletcher School remembered my grandmother who raised It is the Kiowa way to remain humble and and Cameron. me as her own. She faithfully prayed every give thanks for the blessings given. morning before breakfast. KIOWA NEWS PAGE 7 November 1, 2019 The Beginning of a New Chapter

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Wearing their Every Child Needs A Champion T-shirt is the Kiowa Tribe Head Start faculty along with members of the KTHS Parent Policy Council.

It is definitely a new beginning for the "I was in so much shock, I Kiowa Tribe Head Start (KTHS) because remember screaming, what?!" Congratulations to the of their ability to finally start the school The feeling of receiving such big news was Carnegie Wildcats & Lady year in two of its new centers. The KTHS overwhelming expressed Hainta. Wildcats on placing at centers in Carnegie & Lawton, Oklahoma Regionals. Boys qualified had their 1st Day of School on October 21, KTYSP would like to Shortly after KTHS began with new for state and girls came in 2019. It is a little unusual to start school leadership. The KTHS Director, Jeannie congratulate Kiowa 8th. Lady Wildcat Isabel this late in the fall; however, once you tribal member, Ms. Toppah; made the difficult decision to Bush qualified for state for read their story you will understand and retire after decades of service. Victoria Hamon (12) of the girls. Keep up the hard appreciate how hard they worked on this Shawnee, OK on work. We are proud of journey for their students. I love how the Hainta soon found herself in the position as coming out as you! Kiowa Tribe Head Start Director, Doah Champions of the RBC the new KTHS Director. Meanwhile, the Do Hainta, says it, "a home for my planning was under development to select Basketball Zombie babies". Tournament held in bids from vendors along with configuring Meet "Som-bom-oye", Josiah Tsatoke blueprints for the buildings. Grapevine, TX. Victoria The very beginning was a struggle, Ms. and her team went "Som-bom-oye" (A lot of Hainta told me one afternoon. Earlier that undefeated. people watching) Josiah It was a lot to take in and involved a great day I received a phone call to come amount of great communication. Tsatoke. interview and take a few pictures of Tracie Victoria is the great- Encouragement from Tracy and the thought Little, Program Specialist from the Office "it's all for the kids" kept Ms Hainta granddaughter of the Tsatoke: Weight: 290 lbs, of Head Start, Washington, D.C. Hainta late Leonard & Velma Height: 6'3, Position: moving forward. She learned to lean and introduced her as the lady who represents trust her management team and they did (Ahhaitty)Cozad, Sr. Defensive nose guard and 'fights' for them in Washington, DC. She is the granddaughter Senior at Norman High their best to not let her down. of Russell School A few photos and laughable moments later A soft opening for the KTHS centers in "Rusty"Cozad, Sr. & we sat down and began discussing the Kimberly Warrior. She Son of Beau Tsatoke and Carnegie and Lawton happened on August process and journey that brought us to this 13th of this current year. Parents and the is the daughter of Ben & Carey Falls, Grandson of fresh start. Angela (Warrior) Gene Tsatoke and Olita public were allowed to 'come see' what the Hamon. Aitson. He is a descendant buildings looked like inside. A small Doah Do began by saying, "...in order for cedaring ceremony took place before the of the Hunting Horse and you to truly understand, we have to start at Way to go Victoria. Tanedooah Families. Kiowa opening under the direction of the respected the very beginning." She continued by Kiowa Elder, Phil "Joe Fish" Dupoint. Mr. Keep up the hard work. name also is Som-bom-oye informing me that the process began with We are proud of you! (A lot of people watching) Dupoint who encouraged the KTHS an application back in 2014. Ms Hainta employees and prayed for 'good things' to wasn't the director but part of the happen for KTHS and it's centers, as well Meet "Th'ane Do'ah Tahlee" management team during that time. as the students and parents who they serve and have yet to serve. Kiowa District 4 Matthew Sheka Jr. One day, Mrs. Tracie made her trip down Legislator, Jessie Svitak also attended the to the Kiowa Tribe Head Start centers; part soft opening in Lawton. He encouraged and KTYSP would like you all to meet of her job includes visiting the programs thanked KTHS for their hard work. As one Matthew Sheka Jr. Kiowa name she represents and developing a list of of the parents he is able to witness the "Th'ane Do'ah Tahlee". what they need. Afterward she gathers results of their efforts. Svitak expressed Matthew belongs to Crystal information and helps builds the program how proud he is of his little girl learning Whiteshield and Matthew Sheka Sr. develop a plan to get it. Tracie interrupted Kiowa at the center. Matthew comes from the Emhoolah and quickly stated, "I told Doah, this is not and Yeahquo family. He is the going to cut it. You guys need help!" Immediately following the soft opening, the grandson to Debbie Emhoolah and task of passing the final inspections began. Ray Whiteshield. His great- After numerous phone calls and emails, The inspections tested the patience of grandparents are John and Geneva Tracie contacted the Kiowa Tribe Head everyone it affect including the Kiowa (maiden name Yeahquo) Emhoolah. Start. She told Ms Hainta to apply for a Tribe overall. However, this guaranteed the Matthew we are rooting for you this new head start building. Sadly however, Kiowa Tribe Head Start program will year! KTHS was denied. Doah Do remembers began its new chapter the right way. the disappointment; still, Tracie - by Dianna Hadley encouraged her to not give up. She then informed her to apply for three buildings, Dedicated to the 2019 Kiowa Tribe Head Start faculty and staff. May you never forget that you are a "it may sound like a lot but they can't deny "champion". all three. Even if it's approval for just one building at least it's something."

Fast forward time a little, the application process and waiting for an answer began again. 2016 ended up being the year that KTHS received the best phone call ever. Not only were they approved, they had Kiowa Tribe Youth Sports & Activities Program gotten approval for all three centers! Ms Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Hainta said that she can recall that day, "I was in so much shock, I remember Phone: (580) 654-6375 screaming 'what?!'; I think the entire Special "Thank You" to Tracie Little and Doah Do Hainta Email: [email protected] building heard me." for being an example of what it means to 'not give up'... ______

Blast from the Past

If you have an old photo of Kiowas that you would like to have featured in Kiowa News, email [email protected]. L to R: Bill Koomsa Jr.; Taft Hainta; Ace Sahmaunt; Nanette Perez; and Franda Kaubin. Photo taken at Red Buffalo Hall, year unkown. KIOWA NEWS PAGE 8 November 1, 2019 They often hunted in two bands that Did you know…? was led by two different leaders. One Kiowa Elders Journey West to day the leaders began to quarrel over By Dianna Hadley who would receive the udder, a New Mexico special type of meat that both leaders Did you know that the Kiowa Tribe has wanted. Sayn-day came upon them an old custom that when a friend asks for and quickly became annoyed with the something, they must give it to them? argument. He ended the fight by The saying dates back to the time when giving the udder to the smaller band the Kiowa where still able to roam the who killed the antelope. After the region freely; according to the calendar, settlement he ordered the small band somewhere between 1600-1682. to head north and the other to head south. Sayn-day did this in hopes to I was busy with my research on the prevent any future dispute between Kiowa migration and split of two bands them. It was then that he told the when I came across the Sayn-day (culture Kiowa, “to avoid such foolish quarrel hero) story of the lost band. Once the like this, when a friend wants ALBUQUERQUE, NM – It was a "Thank Daw-K'ee for such Kiowa where pulled out of the something…you must give it to destination many Kiowa elders are a beautiful trip" familiar with, Albuquerque, NM, cottonwood tree, it was Sayn-day who them.” This rule is still practice today where they chose to go. On October 23, It was in that moment she made the taught them how to hunt, make arrows among several tribal members. 2019, more than thirty elders, tribal staff decision to give one of her shawls. She from dogwood, bowstrings from and employees from the Administration on said that she packed two of her shawls grapevines, and bows from the bois d’arc I have witnessed Kiowa men, women, Aging (AOA) program left in the early in hopes of making a 'trade' in exchange for possibly jewelry or pottery she tree. The men hunted and gave it to the and elders give something of theirs to morning hours for a leisure trip out west. One by one they loaded the new 60 might find while shopping at the flea women to prepare for food and other friends who said how much they liked passenger coach bus the tribe recently market in Gallop, NM. Quickly she dug items. Sayn-day used his special powers something. Now that I’m older, I am purchased. into her bag and pick the prettiest of the to provide the women with stone knives able to understand the reasons my two; for Kiowa, you give away your and finishing stones needed to make tipis parents warned me to be cautious "Thank Daw-k'ee (God) for such a best to show how much the person means to you. and clothing with the skins. Gradually, about what I wore or carried with me. beautiful trip. It was undescribable because so many elders got to go," his people learned how to use animal Yes, I too have given up my expressed Martha Koomsa Perez, one of Martha thought a lot of Juanita and how sinews for stronger bowstrings and cords belongings to friends who loved the Kiowa Elders who was selected for the NCAI meant to her. Then it struck her to bind their arrowheads to the dogwood something I had. I’ve come to accept trip. She continued by stating how to give the shawl to the Chairperson arrows. Over time, the Kiowa became that it is just part of Kiowa and remarkable the director and his staff were who was in charge of the resolution committee. Quickly she called Mike great hunters. following customs. throughout the trip. "We were accommodated very well, I felt like Primus, Kiowa District 2 Legislator, to 'queen', I thank the Kiowa Tribe for the bring his son over. She told the boy, opportunity to go," Martha said with a "bay-ee day" (put on); meaning place Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm smile. this shawl on her. The Chairwoman was so overwhelmed by sweet gesture Telephone: (580) 654 - 2300 that she immediately cried and hugged Email: www.kiowatribe.org everyone she could thanking them with heart felt words. November 2019 Closing Notice: The excursion out west was, of course, some fun and free time. There was a trip to Santa Fe Old town and the Gallup Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day Flea Market. Then one of the elders went on a trip of a lifetime. Lance White-met Tom Hanks. The star Nov. 28-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday featured in the upcoming film “The News of the World.” The movie is The trip was made possible by a federal casting Kiowa tribal members for AOA program grant. Darin Zotigh, AOA minimal speaking roles. The producers Chicken and Vegetable Gumbo program director said the elders could would only allow four to visit the have selected any place they wanted to go Albuquerque set. White was picked for and they picked something familiar and his fluent Kiowa. We’re told as White Ingredients: close to home. After arriving in was leaving, Hanks yelled at him and 1/2 Pound sliced okra, frozen or fresh Albuquerque the elders were treated to a asked him how to say “come here!” A 1 cup onion, chopped meal at the Kiowa New Mexico term we’re told will frequently be used 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped Community Informational Meeting. It was on the set. White said “Aim Aw,” and 1/2 teaspoon pepper an opportunity to mingle with tribal chuckled and left the scene. 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed members they’ve never met or rekindle old The trip ended with free time. Many 1 (14-1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes'1 1/2 cups acquaintances. went to area casinos, utilized water white rice, uncooked therapy classes, shopped and just 5 cups chicken broth The following day the elders attended the strolled the area. 1 1/2 cups canned chicken, shredded National Congress of American Indian (NCAI) Conference also taking place in Zotigh was a little disappointed not a lot Albuquerque to pay respects to their peer, of the elders signed up for the trip. Two relative, and friend Juanita Ahtone. of the seven districts did not submit any Ahtone longtime NCAI member and names. Prior to the trip, AOA held a Preparations: volunteer passed just days before the 76th sign up for those elder who wished to annual gathering. An event she always participate. By random selection, four Spray large pot with nonstick cooking spray. Add okra, onion, bell pepper, black pepper, looked forward to and since she couldn’t members were picked from each and thyme. Cook 5 minutes, stirring often. make it, the elders stood before the district. “We had a really good time and Congress in her proxy. we hope to be able to do this again in Add tomatoes, rice, and broth. Bring to a boil; simmer for 15 minutes. Add chicken and the future,” said Zotigh. heat thoroughly. Makes 8 (1 3/4 cup) servings. "Stong bow (Burnett Pewenofkit) done an excellent job with the presentation at Martha Koomsa-Perez wanted to Leftovers can be frozen for later use. NCAI," said Mrs. Perez. Pewenofkit was express her gratitude to Kiowa the nephew of Juanita Ahtone. He had the Chairman, Matt Komalty and the AOA Variations: representatives of the Kiowa Tribe come Director, Darin Zotigh. She said, stand him during the presentation. The "special Thank You for making this Other suggested vegetable choices for the soup would be carrots, zucchini, brocccoli, tribute to her life and legacy touched the possible. Everything was done the right celery, spinach, and corn. (Vegetables that require longer cooking like carrots and celery hearts of everyone in the room. The Kiowa way, the Kiowa way." What she means should be added at the beginning of the cooking period. Chairman, Legislators, and Elders all is this: everyone got along dispite their stood proudly with Pewenofkit and were differences, they came together and Zucchini and broccoli should be added halfway through the simmering period. able to witness at first hand just how much prayed at the beginning and at the Ahtone touched lives. Martha felt very ending of the trip, meals, and other Add chopped greens like spinach at the end of the cooking time so they wilt but aren't moved by the of love and respect everyone events or activities they attended. overcooked. showed for her sister. - By Neely Tsoodle & Dianna Hadley

Other herbs may be substituted for thyme such as basil, oregano, or Italian seasoning.

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