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Community Calendar Wednesday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. Noon Alva Kiwanis Club meets at Champs Restaurant. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 6 p.m. Free weight loss support, 12 week session, Sept. 12-Dec. 12. Weighins start at 6 p.m., meeting 6:30-7:30, First United Methodist Church, children may attend church sponsored activities
while adults meet. 7 p.m. Alva Moose Lodge men’s meeting is held every Wednesday. Thursday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. Noon Alva Rotary Club meets at Champs Restaurant. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 3-6 p.m. Food distribution every Thursday, Alva Wesleyan Food Bank,
818 Lane St. 8 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 1027 8th (Wesley House) in Alva every Monday and Thursday. Friday 9 a.m. The Woods County Senior Citizens Center, 625 Barnes, Alva, is open for games and other activities. Exercise is scheduled each day at 11 a.m. Transportation provided upon request. 2-5 p.m. The Cherokee Strip Museum in Alva is open every day except Monday. For information or arranged tours, call 580-327-2030. 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets every Friday at the Wheatheart Nutrition site, 122 1/2 E. Second, Cherokee.
Kiowa’s new hospital bidding process in January, foundation giving continues October busy for hospital, Issues surrounding electronic health records provider By Yvonne Miller At the November board meeting of the Kiowa District Hospital last Thursday, members learned that October was “an extremely busy month for the hospital and outpatient services,” according to Chief Financial Officer Janell Goodno. Chief Executive Officer Aldeen “Van” Vandeveer gave an update on the new hospital building project. The board adopted the amended tax budget and handled several other agenda items. All board members attended the meeting, including President Zack Odell, Robert Armbruster, Lori Schrock, Robert Stark and Dan Lukins.
New Construction Update Van shared information he received by email that day from Todd Cunningham with MW Builders. Cunningham said the plans for the new hospital, designed by GLMV architects, were 99 percent complete and would be ready within a week as both architects and builders finalize details. Because of the holidays, Cunningham recommends postponing the bidding process until the second week of January for the best response and competitive prices. Stark said representatives from the hospital board are on the city council agenda for the December 10 meeting. This regards city electrical service to the new hospital site on the south end of Kiowa. Stark said the new hospital construction plan budgeted about $130,000
for electrical service, but they’ve gotten the cost reduced. October Hospital and Manor Statistics and Financials Goodno said that in October the hospital had 113 total days of swingbed and acute care. The next closest month was May with 67 total days. The emergency room had 62 visits in October, the most in a month year-to-date. Laboratory tests totaled 4,280 which is also the monthly high for 2012. For October, the hospital showed total operating revenue of $396,065. Total operating expenses were $318,175. This showed net profit from operations at $77,891. Non-operating revenue totaled See Hospital Page 14
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After a night on the town, these grandmas find it hysterical that their children are grounding them. This was during Border Line Theatre’s production of “Red Hot Mamas” final performances last weekend. The “mamas” are played by (left to right) Bev Anderson and Mary Ellen Wilhelm. Photo by Yvonne Miller
SHE SAYS `YES’! – After playing one of the lead characters in the Border Line Theatre’s production of “Red Hot Mamas,” Jason Thayer gave his girlfriend and the crowd a big surprise. As is customary immediately after the curtain call one of the cast members, in this case Jason, thanks the director and others who helped with the play. His girlfriend Sameta Murray was one of the helpers backstage. Jason called Sameta onto the stage. When she arrived, Jason dropped to one knee, pulled a ring out of his pocket and proposed. With a big smile and no hesitation, Sameta answered “yes” and the two hugged and kissed! The crowd gave the couple thunderous applause and cheers. Jason and Sameta live in Kiowa. Jason is employed at the Burlington Co-op and Sameta works at the Kiowa Manor. When asked later, Sameta said she was totally surprised by the proposal, but very happy! Photo by Yvonne Miller
Cosper Student of the Month at Aline-Cleo High School
Sophomore Kevin Cosper’s has been named the Aline-Cleo High School’s November Student of the Month. His school philosophy is to do your work to the best of your ability. Cosper enjoys playing basketball, participating on the Academics Team, and hanging out with friends. After graduation he plans to attend college. Cosper is the son of John and April Cosper.
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South Barber approves anti-bullying, substitutes, hears P1 improvements at PK-6 All SB basketball teams have winning records to date
Superintendent and three board members recognized; three board seats up for reelection
By Yvonne Miller All members attended the South Barber Board of Education Monday night where they covered a variety of business from coming closer to selecting a drug policy for consideration; to learning that Medicine Lodge School filed a petition to possibly join the Heart of the Plains League. Board President Kent Swartz presided over the meeting with all members: Jeff Black, Deb Helfrich, Bob Schrock, Dana Roark, Janet Robison and Michael Anderson. Superintendent Brad Morris and Board Clerk Julie Johnson also sat at the table. Superintendent Morris Talks Grounds, Finance and Recognition The superintendent said new lights are ordered for the grade school gym and installation will begin during Christmas break. After a fire marshal visit, Morris said a new fire alarm system needs to be included in the P1 Group improvements at the elementary. In the meantime they’ve developed a fire watch plan in case the electricity goes out during school. Regarding school finance, Morris said there is not yet concrete news. However, he said, “There is a great deal of speculation out there but everyone is waiting to see what is going to happen if and when the ‘fiscal cliff’ becomes reality in 23 days.”
The State of Kansas projected shortfall for 2013 is $295 million, Morris said. Morris shared a press release with the board that shows he and board members Helfrich, Robison and Swartz were recognized for acquiring at least 25 Leadership Academy points through the Kansas Association of School Boards. This is for their participation in training programs. P1 Group Tells of Grade School Physical Improvements P1 Group representative Rusty Roderick attended the meeting to update the board on progress made on the elementary school building. Roderick said the new roof is complete and cost 12 to 15 percent less than expected. The roof budget was $223,000 and cost $187,000, he said. Roderick added, “The new roof should be good for 25 years.” The P1 Group rep said that window replacement is in the design phase. He spoke at length about about a new HVAC system for the grade school. Two options are: rooftop units or variable refrigerant fan coil units. Roderick will attend the January meeting to further discuss the HVAC and more. Drug Policy Discussion Board and administration continue to research more drug policies from other schools before making a decision on one for South Barber. Jr/Sr High School Principal Brent Shaffer presented results of
an anonymous student survey taken in November regarding drug, alcohol and tobacco use. When asked if students think there is an illegal drug problem in the high school 45 percent answered yes. When asked if the student had ever taken an illegal drug, 14 percent answered yes. Regarding the use of alcohol, when asked if their was a problem, 38 percent of students answered yes. When asked if the student has drank alcohol, 45 percent answered yes. At 72 percent, students said they think drug testing is good for SB. Eighty percent of students said their parents think drug testing is good for the school. Board members plan to call a meeting specifically for finalizing a drug testing policy after the first of the new year. More Board Business Athletic Director Steve Roberts told the board that Medicine Lodge School petitioned to join the Heart of the Plains League of which South Barber is a member. Roberts said size and travel are the main reasons for the requested change. He said Medicine Lodge is about half the size of most schools in the league where they now play – the Central Plains League. Roberts said the HOPL will vote on the issue in January and membership requires a two-thirds vote. He said he just wanted the board to be aware. • The following substitute teachers received board approval: Brian Waldschmidt, a former teacher of Anthony, now on the school board there; Alesa Murrow, an SBHS graduate and daughter of Mike and Ronda Rhodes of Kiowa; Abigail Rinke of Medicine Lodge. • Board approved an Anti-Bullying School District Plan. • Bills totaling $217,634.14 were approved. Principal Reports and Student Achievements Principal Shaffer told proudly that the Kids Against Hunger U.S.-based See S.
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Waynoka Board of Education special meeting discusses lowered expenses, new website By Stacy Sanborn Waynoka Board of Education called a Special Meeting December 3. Board members present were Rick George, Donnie Miller, Clint Olson and Marinda Zook. A.J. Ferguson was not present. After calling a quorum, Principal Michael Meriwether reviewed the ACT remediation report with the board. No action was taken. Superintendent Peggy Constien informed the board that expenses were down and that the school was still below budget; gross production is down compared to last year. She also told the board that there was a correction on page 2 of the Treasurers Report with the coding for alternative education. Mrs. Constien gave an update on the multi-purpose building. The board suggested having Gardner Music come and talk to them if possible at the January board meeting regarding the acoustical work. The board was told that training had been set up with Gabbart Communications for Dec. 21 for the new school website. She requested the board set up a special meeting to discuss and take possible action to add another kindergarten class for 2nd semester. The board agreed to have a special meeting on Wednesday the 12, at 7:30 a.m. in the Waynoka School Board of Education room. The board was informed that the
Woods County Election board has requested to use the multi-purpose building for elections. In the consent agenda, minutes of last month’s meeting and financial reports from were unanimously approved. A motion to approve 2012-2013 General Fund encumbrances 210 - 224 in the amount of $5,347.26 passed. No action was taken for the discussion and possible action on bids for the football stadium bleacher renovation.
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The board requested additional time to review the bids. Motions to approve quotes from Daktronics for wireless scoreboards for the football stadium and basketball gymnasium were passed. Before adjourning, the board tabled discussion and possible action regarding Section G of the Waynoka Board of Education Policy Book. The Board has another special meeting scheduled for 7:30 this morning.
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humanitarian food-aid organization (from Cherokee, Okla., site) came to the junior/senior high school and students and volunteers made a record number of the high nutrition, vitamin-fortified rice/ soy casserole packaged in bags to be sent around the world. • Shaffer said the Junior High Tornadoes basketball teams were both 5-0 as of Monday night. The SBHS boys and girls were both 3-1 as of Monday. • The Lady Chieftains took 2nd in the NWOSU Prep Classic and the Chieftains placed 3rd. Both the Tornado and Chieftain teams host the Burlington Elks Friday.
The Mini Cheer Clinic performance is at half time of the high school boys game. • FFA students placed in a number of contests which will be in separate stories. • High School classes will “Block the Door” with items for the food bank December 19. • PK-6 Principal Marcia Cantrell said she’s heard multiple compliments about the Christmas music program at the elementary headed by Kiley Feely and Jill Daughhetee.
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$158,692. Of that $67,460 is from the assessed district tax. Just over $18,000 is from miscellaneous income. Listed in the non-operating revenue is $72,850, which is capital improvement money – funds donated through the foundation for the new hospital. Van is quick to note that foundation money is not used for daily operations. It’s simply an accounting procedure. Total non-operating revenue in October for the hospital is $158,692. That makes the hospital $236,583 in the black for October. Year-to-date, the hospital’s revenue in excess of expenses is $213,154. Goodno said while October was busy, some September revenue is in October figures. “I feel like we are making some improvements,” Goodno said. Van added, “We only had 18 hours of overtime at the hospital, which is great. It’s usually four times that.” Regarding the manor, Van said, “We need to improve the census.” In October, the average resident census was 25 which is just 69.4 percent capacity. October total operating revenue at the manor was $125,435. Total operating expenses were $131,017, for a loss from
operations of $5,582. With the addition of $5000 tax revenue, the manor’s overall loss was $552. Year-to-date, the manor’s loss is $341,351. With the hospital’s overall gain of $213,154 year-to-date, the Kiowa District Hospital had an overall loss of $128,197 at the end of October, according to Goodno. Nextgen Electronic Health Records Still a Problem Nextgen, provider of the hospital’s electronic health records software, is still causing problems with the office regarding billing, financial reports and much more. This near $600,000 expense is a federally mandated requirement. Part of the cost is supposed to be reimbursed by the government, but no payment is yet received. Goodno said Kiowa’s hospital has already sent Nextgen about $300,000. “Nextgen has put us in cash flow issues,” Goodno said. After working with Nextgen extensively to get the new system working, she said, “We’re withholding anymore payment to Nextgen until this is worked out.” Because of this financial issue, board approved adopting the amended tax budget which will be filed and published in the newspaper.
Shafer turns 105
Longtime Alva businesswoman Annabelle Shafer celebrates her 105th birthday today. Cards may be sent to her at Beadles Nursing Home, PO Box 728, Alva, OK 73717.
Foundation Fundraising Surpasses $650,000 Friends of the Hospital and Manor Foundation public relations/marketing director Brenna May said the foundation’s fund-raising efforts surpassed the $650,000 mark. She’s sending annual giving letters and letters to energy companies. May told the board she is reminding everyone about HIPPA compliance regarding confidentiality. The board suggested they get “more teeth” in the hospital’s HIPPA Policy. More Hospital Business The HVAC unit for the east lobby and office area of the hospital needs to be replaced. The board doesn’t want to spend the money, but realistically it will be 18 months before the move to the new facility. The board accepted the bid of $5,941.15 from Cox Home Improvement of Kiowa for the new HVAC unit. Five Star Mechanical Inc., of Wichita submitted a bid for $7,765. • Following executive session, the board approved extending approval of Dr. Paul Wilhelm’s contract to Jan. 1. Van said Wilhelm requested the change to January instead of the previous due date of Sept. 25 for convenience.
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Betty had a very kind and generous spirit, and was known for her fleece blankets, fabulous foods and especially her chocolate cake. She was a lifelong member of the Prairie Valley Methodist Church, a 56year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha service sorority, and very active in Alfalfa County Democrat Women. Survivors include son Jim and Marlene Buck of Cherokee, daughter Susan Jo and Glenn Myers of Edmond; grandchildren Chris Parker and Shane, Angie Buck, Jamie Beisel and Joe, Morey Myers and Sarah, and Mindy Lamprich and Brad, great grandchildren, Hailey, Joel and Wyatt Parker, Jordan Beisel, and Carter Lamprich, brother Jack Oakley and cousin Keith Oakley. She was preceded in death by her beloved Joe, and siblings Helen Cellan, Russell Oakley, Mary VanHorn, Bill Oakley and LouAnn Schuler. Suggested memorials include Alfalfa County EMS, the Cherokee Fire Department or the charity of choice.
other relatives and many friends. Full obituary at www.marshallfuneralhomes.com.
Obituaries BETTY LEE BUCK Funeral services for Betty Lee Buck, 86, will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 1 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Cherokee with the Reverends Mary Irby and Tom Stanley officiating. Burial will follow in the Cherokee Municipal Cemetery under the direction of Goodwin Funeral Home. At Betty’s request, the casket will remain closed, but friends may sign the memory book at Goodwin Funeral Home, 106 West Second St., from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. Visitation with the family present will be available at the funeral home from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11. Bettv Lee Oakley Buck was born on Sept. 3, 1926, near Carmen to Russ and Hazel Hill Oakley. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in Cherokee on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012. Betty was a life-long resident of Alfalfa County. She grew up during the Great Depression and graduated as valedictorian from Carmen High School In 1944. As a young woman, World War II was a major factor her life. Betty moved to Oklahoma City and worked in a supply warehouse at Tinker Air Base. After World War II, Joe and Betty were married on Feb. 1, 1947. They had two children: Jim and Susan Jo. Betty’s days were filled with school events, working in town, running her home, church activities, and cooking delicious meals. Family and friends came first; they were greeted warmly and fed generously at the Buck table. Betty and Joe traveled extensively, visiting many foreign countries. They especially enjoyed attending Joe’s Marine Corps reunions and visiting areas of the Pacific where Joe fought in the war.
MILDRED ‘MILLIE’ MARIE DAVIDSON Graveside services for Mildred “Millie” Marie Davidson will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, at the Square Cedar Cemetery with Rev. John Bizzell officiating. Interment is under the direction of Wentworth Mortuary, LLC. Millie Davidson, 75, daughter of Roy Lee and Alice Elizabeth Walker, was born Oct. 14, 1937, in Anthony, Kan., and passed away Dec. 7, 2012, at Enid. She was united in marriage to Wayne Davidson in Anthony, Kan. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers. She leaves her husband, four daughters, two brothers, eight grandchildren,
MARY RUHL Mary (Beard) Ruhl was born in Indianapolis, Ind., on Nov. 3,1927. She went to be with the Lord on Dec. 10 in Oklahoma City. She was preceeded in death by her husband of 59 years, Leonard Ruhl, her parents William and Margaret (Murphy) Beard and her brother Joseph Beard. Mary and Leonard were married in 1947 and they had six children. They lived in Indiana until 1963 before settling in and later retiring in Florida. After retirement they both helped out in the hobby shop making wood toys for underprivileged children. They moved to Alva in 2003. Leonard passed on Nov. 6, 2006. After Leonard’s passing, Mary became more involved in the church and made many friends. She lived at the Homestead and loved playing cards as well as being involved in many other activities. She will be greatly missed as she touched so many lives with her warm smile and kind heart. Mary is survived by her six children and their families: Bill (Jerri) Ruhl of Mustang, Bob (Jackie) Ruhl of Palm Harbor, Fla., John Ruhl of Atlanta, Georgia, Susan (Chuck) Kendron of Merritt Island, Fla., Joe (Kristy) Ruhl of Agawam, Maine; Jean (Tom) Bailey of Leesburg, Fla. Mary was blessed with fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alva or St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Palm Harbor, Fla. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
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Schupbach Haus offers near 100 years of history and homey lodging By Yvonne Miller The three-story tall, stately structure built with cement walls withstood Kansas blizzards, thunderstorms and other fierce weather for nearly 100 years at the corner of 7th and Dickinson in Kiowa, Kan. The history inside the walls runs as deep as the cases filled with rows of books, many with yellowed pages and dates as old as the original blueprints of the house dated 1914. A delicate Bible on the shelves is dated in the 1800s. Dot (Schupbach) Humphrey and her husband Kem inherited the house and decided to give it some TLC, restoring the natural woodwork, uncovering the beautiful hardwood floors, giving rooms a fresh coat of paint, hanging sheer lacy window coverings and more. “We didn’t modernize it at all. It’s redone in its era, but it’s homey and comfortable with central heat and air. The house has not been changed at all from the original blueprint,” Dot said. “Practically everything we needed we found in the attic,” Dot said. The house has lots of copper and brass. Kem found a long tubular piece of brass he transformed into a light fixture as unique as the house itself that hangs from the high ceiling in the kitchen. Each room in the spacious home features a one-of-akind antique light fixture. “We decided the house was too big for us to live in and we wanted to preserve it,” Dot said. They named it “Schupbach Haus” and decided to share the history and beauty of the past with guests. They opened quietly in October to get a feel of how it would work. Dot said locals who have visitors and not enough room might find “Schupbach Haus” the perfect solution. She said people with time on their hands will especially enjoy staying there and leisurely admiring the antiques and other interesting pieces of yesteryear. Curling up with a book or visiting with friends in the window-filled sun room will be a favorite form of relaxation. TV and internet access are available. When entering the front door, a rich,wooden staircase leads to the second level featuring four large bedrooms and two baths. Visitors will find original
Deemed the “Schupbach Haus,” this landmark in Kiowa, Kan., is nearly 100 years old and now open for overnight lodging, receptions, meetings and more. Photo by Yvonne Miller medicine cabinets. Vintage trunks found in the attic help create the early day era décor. There’s also a back stairway Dot said is believed to have been used by a maid in the early days from her room to the kitchen. A small basement was a coal room. Overnight guests can enjoy use of the entire house, including a kitchen stocked with breakfast foods and snacks. Dot will prepare meals upon request or guests can cook themselves. Guests get to sample the variety of delicious truffles made by Dot’s sister Carra Mayberry who has Chocolate by C. Besides overnight accommodations, “Schupbach Haus” can be rented for parties, receptions, showers, luncheons, meetings, a spa weekend, quilting group gathering, etc. Those groups can have food catered in for their event. Dot plans to offer packages for special occasions and market things to do in the area – such as touring the Scenic Gyp Hills, horseback riding, the nearby Turner Ranch with buffalo. “We have lots of possibilities,” Dot said excitedly. They plan to build a large patio in the spacious yard. They want
to transform the garage into a handicap accessible bedroom. History of “Schupbach House” J.L.B. Ellis and his wife Ella built the home in the early 1920s. Ellis Field, the longtime football field of Kiowa High School at the south end of Kiowa was named after the Ellis family. Youth now play soccer there. The historical home is appropriately named “Schupbach Haus” since mainly members of the now huge Schupbach family lived inside those walls. The Ellises left their home to Ella’s sister, a Mrs. Humphreys, who immediately sold the house to Fred “Jumbo” Schupbach and his wife Pat who was an Anderson from Alva. That was in 1954. “Jumbo” was sort of a legend around Kiowa for decades. He was longtime president at The Bank of Kiowa. An over eight foot tall grandfather clock that stood in the bank is bolted to the wall in the entry way of “Schupbach Haus.” “Jumbo’s” very large desk that he used in the bank nearly fills a small office in the house that Dot and Kem use. His See Schupbach Page 38
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We need to sell our antique radio collection! Below, is a page from eBay showing what some people are asking.
For over 40 years, we’ve collected old antique radios and done nothing with them. Most were obtained for us by Lee Haley. It all started back when we were in the radio business with KALV. We’ve simply stored them and not cleaned them up The samples in the eBay listing to the left are all cleaned up and gorgeous. So we don’t expect near the prices being listed. If we go the eBay route, there will be lots of shipping and packaging hassles. So make us an offer on the entire lot.
Here are three photos of radios from our collection.
Make an offer. Make it good enough and I’ll sell to first caller.
We have about 30 pieces. Some pieces are the ornate speakers, but most are radios. Some radios are floor standing, also. We’ve sold the building and need to dispose of them. The purpose of this ad is to see if someone would like to make a lump-sum offer for all 30 pieces where I don’t have to do the eBay thing. We’ll make a decision this weekend on which way to go. Somebody could make a lot of money by buying in lot, cleaning them up, and selling one at a time on eBay. I don’t have time to do that. Lynn Martin 580-327-1686 or 580-748-1680
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Alva School kids made these Christmas decorations for NW Family Services to help raise funds to help all kids. Now, a Silent Auction is being held to sell off these Christmas tree decorations. That way, help and more craft supplies can be purchased during the year. Drop by Holder Drug, The Etc. Shoppe, Bar-S Outfitters, Brown Shoe Fit, G & G Home Furnishings, Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios, Merle Norman, Murrow’s Frame Art, Schuhmacher’s, Wickedly Rustic Home Furnishings, and Daisy Village to enter your bid.
An easy way to do good! Make a kid proud that his or her decoration sold.
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Dot and Kem Humphrey stand on the stairway of “Schupbach Haus” they’ve restored to the era in which it was built nearly 100 years ago. Photo by Yvonne Miller
mahogany bedroom suit is in one of the bedrooms. Many remember “Jumbo” as one of the largest men they knew. Dot laughed as she said many thought Fred’s nickname was because of his size. She has a picture of the barrel-chested young man riding a buckin’ bronc named Jumbo – the origin of his nickname – although he grew into the description through the years. Jumbo was the oldest of 12 children, seven girls and five boys, of John and Sarah (Somerholder) Schupbach. The third youngest child was Bud who eventually resided in the house with his wife Trulla (Rugg) many years. Prior to that, in 1981 Jumbo deeded the house to Bud and Trulla’s son Gary, known as “Stub” by many. He and his wife Darcy lived there with their three young children only a short time until he tragically died in a farming accident in 1982. Dot recalls that her sister-in-law and the children lived there about three more years. Then Bud and Trulla, lifelong farmers/ranchers, bought the house and lived there until she passed away in 2007 and he in 2010. Dot recalls her parents’ home was the central hub for “company,” family holiday gatherings and special events. Kem and Dot’s daughter Ann and Berton Walz were married there. Dot displayed some of her mother’s dishes and other favorite collectibles throughout the house. Bud and Trulla had four children. At the time of Bud’s death he had 15 grandchildren and 34 greatgrandchildren. More have been born since then. Dot said when her “immediate” family gathers there are over 70 members. Keeping preservation efforts, Kem is planting grapevine to twist around a menagerie of hedge posts, curly posts from World War II and rebar he built in the south end of the yard. He’s also planted pink roses and cannas in memory of Pat Schupbach who always planted them in her yard. Dot said, “We want to make it special.” Just think of the stories “Schupbach Haus” could tell if only those walls could talk.
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Holding your computer for ransom By Lynn L. Martin There is a a new variety on a kidnapping going on – except the kidnappers are grabbing your computer instead of your kid. Back in the good old days, kidnappers used to make ransom notes by cutting letters out of magazines and pasting them onto a piece of paper forming a message. Now, the ransom messages pop up on your computer screen. Computer gurus are calling this “Ransomware.” I have actually seen this one: Victims get a message, ostensibly from the FBI, accusing them of breaking the law and demanding a fine. That’s not the way things work. Fortunately we have a system in this country where “due process of law” has to occur. Then penalties might be pronounced at the end of the due process, not in first contact. There are some 20 other law enforcement agencies from around the globe that have been named by the crooks trying to extra money from people. Since the year 2009, in Eastern Europe, a shadowy group of hackers have been making an estimated $5 million per year with this scam. Now, the hackers have turned their attention to computers in the USA and made the stakes more compelling. They usually use the offer of a “security scan” or some other computer maintenance proposal (like speeding up your computer) and trick you into clicking a link that
will load malicious software on your computer. When this scam first began, the downloaded software would report it had found several hundred things wrong with your computer and by purchasing their software online for $79 (or some other figure) they would get rid of all of these things. Most typically, even if you agreed to buy the software, it wasn’t capable of fixing anything and indeed, would load even more malware to your computer. Now, the crooks have created software that broadens the attention-getting capability. Instead of just leading you to believe you have viruses or performance killing junk on your computer, they now send messages bearing the logo of Mastercard or Visa, or even from your local bank, claiming they are checking out a possible security risk and would you please log into your account. Of course, if you log into your account, and if they’ve installed a keystroke record on your machine, you’ve just handed them the key to withdraw what ever funds you might have. But a more vicious twist is basically online extortion. If they convince you to provide enough information to load a file on your computer, the attackers will lock your computer, and then demand money before the computer is unlocked. Problem is, once the money is paid, they rarely unlock it. It might be hard to understand why anyone would hand over hundreds of dollars to a demanding stranger, but security researchers estimate that 2.9 percent of compromised owners take the bait and pay. Other experts in foreign
countries say the payout rate is as high as 15 percent. One European law enforcement agent told a writer for the New York Times, that the criminals’ accounting showed they were able to infect 18,941 computers, suckering-in users 93 percent of the time to receive a ransom note that day. Fifteen percent paid. In most cases hackers were demanding 100 euros, making their haul for one day’s work more than $400,000. Using Your Computer’s Webcam Another twist is to access the victim’s computer’s web cam, flash its image on the user’s computer monitor so the owner sees it, and then sends a flurry of images from gambling or porn sites alleging the owner has been engaging in illegal activity and that prosecution will occur unless they pay off. With the shell-shock of seeing your own face on your own monitor, you have no idea as to “what” the crooks know, and if you’re sitting at your work computer, where you might be fired because you allegedly violated company computer policies, it might be very compelling to pay off to make the problem go away. About the only way to rescue your computer from someone who has locked it up, or gained so much control as to display your own photo, is to take it to your friendly computer technician, and have he/she wipe the hard drive clean and start over. Of course you lose everything on the hard drive including all documents and photos. I was able to rescue some files the other day for a lady by installing a new blank boot drive, then taking the old boot drive and inserting it into an external dock, and accessing it as a data drive. I was able to retrieve her needed data and place it on a flash drive. The other day, one of our studio work computers, which contained five hard drives, quit working. I doubted that any one had been surfing the net on the computer. So I went downstairs and attempted to boot it and instantly heard “click, click, click” which is a hard drive’s death message. So that was a mechanical failure rather than a hacker failure. I’m very covered up with work, so I See Lynn Says Page 46
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Burlington’s new Pre-K teacher starts students with excitement for school and learning By Yvonne Miller Connie Farris may be married for 27 years and have two grown children, but it’s her first time to be a full-time classroom teacher – and she’s loving it. “I’m a late bloomer,” she said with a laugh. However, she’s known since helping as a teacher’s aide when her now 22-year-old son Micah started kindergarten that she would love teaching someday. “I loved the kindergarten age,” Farris said. No surprise she earned a degree from NWOSU last spring in early childhood. Farris is the new Pre-K teacher at Burlington School. “Burlington is a great school,” Farris said. Referring to other educators, staff and administrators, she said, “They’ve done nothing but help me always. Burlington is different than a lot of schools. There’s more one-on-one. We help each other.” As for teaching students, Farris said, “Each child has a gift. My job is to en-
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Lynn Says took the computer over to Radio Shack and they did a speedy job of installing a new boot drive. I’ve reinstalled boot drives many times and generally figure I will lose an entire day’s worth of work. Bolting it in is easy. Reinstalling all the Windows updates (139) and the software takes hours. The message from this column: yes, you do want to install all Window’s updates because they often fill security holes. Yes, you want to install virus definition updates from software firms you’ve bought the software from. I install any Adobe update if I already have the software. If it is a pop-up screen claiming a virus has been found or saying they can improve your machine’s performance, be very, very leary. If a message is allegedly from your bank or credit card company, call them on the phone and handle the problem that way.
Burlington School’s new Pre-K teacher, Connie Farris, believes in bringing fun learning to her students. Student Adelyn Pray stands by the teacher at the board while other students participate in the activity: (seated back l-r) Cade Smith and Jace Janda; (front) Tyler Hill and Kaycee Matzke. hance that gift – to help them grow beyond what they think they can achieve. “If you start them off excited for school and learning they’ll find joy in learning throughout school.” One look around Farrises’ colorful classroom full of activity and game stations, it’s easy to see she provides a fun atmosphere for students. One corner is the students’ play center. She has three whiteboards she and students use for fun learning. One game Farris said her little ones “love” is “Easy or Hard.” She has “contestants” come down and pick a card that features a letter and word. They write it on the whiteboard. “This helps in their understanding of recognition and writing at the same time,” the teacher said. “You’ve got to make it fun for this age,” Farris said, mentioning color, time and shape games. She said one of her students’ favorites is Zoo-Phonics where students learn letters and sounds with characters like “Ali the Alligator,” “Bubba Bear” and more. “My teaching philosophy is to plant
the seed with students and then as a teacher water it and help it grow as much as your possibly can. The child’s background doesn’t matter – all children can learn,” Farris said. She credits NWOSU’s Education Department for being “great.” “They prepare you so well and have a wonderful teaching program. NWOSU offers diverse classes – so you have knowledge how to handle all types of children.” About Mrs. Farris “I love being a pastor’s wife,” she said. Her husband is Sam Farris, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Nash where they’ve resided the past three years. Besides son Micah the couple has a daughter, Amanda, 19. From Weatherford, Texas, Farris said they’ve lived in Oklahoma previously “and loved it.” In Nash, she sings in the community choir, helped start a children’s program at the church and is organizing the Christmas program. She has a passion for writing children’s books and poems. With Farris’s obvious love of children, it’s fitting that she said, “The other part of my pay are the hugs I get.”
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Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Log December 3, 2012 9:21 a.m. Minor accident one mile north of Aline, a vehicle hit a bridge, bridge is damaged and the vehicle is totalled, deputy en route, Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) were advised. 11:10 a.m. Medical call to 100 block of W. Second in Helena, individual having a hard time breathing, Alfalfa County Sheriff’s Office advised Helena Ambulance Service. 1:00 p.m. Medical call, advised they were going to Enid to get patient and bring back to Cherokee. 6:17 p.m. Keys locked in truck at corner of Ohio and Second, deputy advised. 6:39 p.m. Possible domestic at 400 block of E. Broadway in Aline, respondent advised her brother was at his parents’ house drinking and probably doing some type of drugs and causing problems over there, asked for an officer right away, deputy advised and en route, deputy at location, says that everything is okay and no physical harm was caused at residence. 7:07 p.m. Tractor with no lights, respondent advised she almost rear-ended a tractor pulling a grain cart that had no lights, they were headed east to fourway stop, advised OHP. 7:17 p.m. 911 call, medical call to 300 block of N. Sixth in Jet, respondent advised that he was choking, Jet Fire Department advised they were on scene, advised Helena Ambulance of address, Jet Fire Departmnt advised to take no further action on the ambulance, everything was taken care of. December 4, 2012 7:29 a.m. Smoke on new bridge on Highway 64, they are building the new bridge, there is a lot of smoke, thinks the pilot car should take the people through the smoky area, deputy advised them to get a pilot car from both ends, trooper advised that he warned them also, deputy will check back and see if they got the cars. 10:47 a.m. Keys locked in car, respondent was advised that all officers are busy, she advised that she will wait for the officer, deputy going to unlock car. 3:45 p.m. Cattle out ¾ miles south of Carmen junction, second caller advised there were 20 to 30 head out, advised
possible owner. 8:00 p.m. Possible minor accident on CR 510 and W. Jefferson, advised a red car was up into some trees, did not know if they ran off the road or if they pulled up there and parked, advised deputy and Woods County, Woods County wanted deputy to go out and see how serious it was, deputy advised he could not get through going on Highwaty 64, deputy advised to take no further action. 8:47 p.m. Medical call to Permission Rd. in Nescatunga, individual had fallen, could not get him up, is conscious and okay, does not need ambulance just assistance in getting him up, Nescatunga first responders advised and en route, man is up and okay. December 5, 2012 10:30 a.m. Wildlife call to junction of highways 58 and 64, advised that someone is following a white Chevy pickup with dog box on back, needs officer to go to location, pickup did illegal shooting, deputy has stopped the pickup. 11:40 a.m. Medical call to 600 block of S. Grand in Carmen, need an ambulance, individual is a cancer patient, Helena Ambulance and Carmen Rescue was advised. 11:24 p.m. Reckless driver northbound on Highway 8 from Major County, advised deputy, did not make contact with vehicle. December 6, 2012 1:49 a.m. Cattle out north of Helena, advised possible owner of better directions, they are still looking. 6:11 a.m. Request for ambulance to Kegelman’s with no other information, request deputy, paged Nescatunga Fire Department (NFD), NFD en route with four persons, NFD released. 6:04 p.m. Request for ambulance to No Hope, respondent advised his friend got hit by a piece of metal and is now unconscious, deputy en route, advised CPD. 6:09 p.m. 911 call, a lady was screaming help at the top of her lungs just down the street on S. Nebraska, request an officer to come check it out, advised CPD. December 7, 2012 9:44 a.m. Road is slick west of the four-way stop, respondent advised the road is slicker than snot, ODOT was advised, he put stuff on the road, deputy advised the same thing, advised ODOT again, said it is de-icer. 3:57 p.m. Minor accident four miles
east of four-way stop, two-car accident, road not blocked and no injuries, Woods County and OHP were advised, deputy en route, SUV versus a tractor. 6:41 p.m. Durango driving on Highway 11, Durango was going about 55 mph, when it became safe to pass the vehicle, swerved to hit the truck and then sped up, the vehicle finally got up to 60 mph but had several vehicles behind it, deputy advised and en route, deputy advised four hispanics that do not have a driver’s license and hardly speak any English, he is going to give a warning and they can’t drive anymore. 9:30 p.m. Medical call to 600 block of S. Grand in Carmen, need an ambulance, individual is coughing up blood, advised Carmen first responders and Helena Ambulance. 11:15 p.m. Fighting on Main St. in Carmen, respondent advised her husband was taking a guy home from the bar in his vehicle, she was following behind in her vehicle, when they got to Carmen, her husband had stopped the truck because the man had started beating up her husband, her husband had the guy held down, needed an officer now because he wouldn’t quit, deputy advised he is on his way, respondent called back and said someone came and picked up subject and took him home so that he wouldn’t end up in jail, husband didn’t want to press any charges, advised deputy of info. December 8, 2012 6:36 a.m. Horse out on Highway 45 between Helena and Goltry, advised several possible owners, they checked, horse was not located. 7:34 a.m. Stop sign down at Carmen turn on junction of highways 8 and 45, advised ODOT, they will check. 8:20 a.m. Possible hunting from road in Grant County, white Chevy extended cab, two miles west of 132 and Osage, advised Grant County. 8:29 a.m. Stolen trailer five miles west on Fifth, three miles south, header trailer, wants to report it, will come in and make a statement when he gathers info on the trailer, advised deputy. 3:49 p.m. Keys locked in vehicle north of Cherokee, deputy advised. 6:53 p.m. Cattle out on Dacoma Rd. two miles west of CR 550, black cow, tried to advise several possible ownSee Sheriff Page 78
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News Writer Needed Alva Review-Courier/Newsgram needs a full time writer and photographer to cover news events, feature stories, etc. Good writing, spelling and grammar skills are needed. Photography skills helpful but not required as we provide training. Must be available for some evening and weekend work. Send resume and samples of writing to Alva Review-Courier, 620 Choctaw St., Alva, OK 73717 or fax 580-327-2454 or email marione@alvareviewcourier.net.
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Alfalfa County Court Filings
According to the affidavits and petitions on file, the following individuals have been charged. An individual is innocent of any charges listed below until proven guilty in a court of law. All information is a matter of public record and may be obtained by anyone during regular hours at the Alfalfa County Courthouse. The Alva Review-Courier will not intentionally alter or delete any of this information. If it appears in the courthouse public records, it will appear in this newspaper. Criminal Filings Jerry Lee Evans, 40, Carmen: (1) Two counts of assault and battery on a peace officer (3) Domestic abuse ($820.80). Jerry Lee Evans, 40, Carmen: Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle ($265.50). Misdemeanor Filings Derek Lee Martin, 20, Cherokee:
Driving while license is under suspension ($296.50). Nathan Alvin Johnson, 24, Choctaw: Public intoxication ($296.50). Faunia Leah Ocobock, 32, Cherokee: Driving while license is under suspension ($296.50). Douglas Prejean Langlinais, 39, Rayne, La.: Driving while under the influence ($809.40). Matthew Shelby Hatter, 22, Atoka: Operate vehicle while driver’s license is suspended ($229). Eugene James Highfill, 51, Cherokee: Violation of protective order ($341.50). Jerry Lee Evans, 40, Carmen: Public intoxication ($229). Civil Filings Alex Lee Castro: Name change ($135.70). Beverly Hildebrandt vs. Jimmie C.
Neilson Heirs: Determination of heirship and persons entitled to real property ($135.70). Small Claims Filings Chaparral Village Apartments vs. Fatasia Hamil: Forcible entry & detainer ($143). Arno Lee Blanchard & Darlene Blanchard vs. Robbin Campbell: Indebtedness in the sum of $7,500 ($158). Wildlife Filings John M. Gloria, 50, Midwest City: Illegal hunting of deer ($296). Gregory B. Coleman, no age or address listed: Headlighting (spotlighting) ($446). Traffic Filings Troy Scott Rose, 40, Kaufman, Texas: Failure to yield to emergency vehicle See Real
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Alfalfa County Real Estate Transactions
Start Book 697, page 123 Real Estate Transfers • Timothy A. Hays, aka Tim Hays, and Jaime Hays to Bruce E. Haddock and Casey T. Haddock: Lots 1-17, inclusive, in Block 47; and Lots 1-6, inclusive; Lots 14-16, inclusive; and Lots 19-24, inclusive; in Block 46, Original Town of Goltry: and a tract of land in the North Half of Section 27, Township 24 North, Range 9 West, as described; warranty deed. • Robert Clark and Adrienne Clark to Michael Koneski: All of Lots 1 and 2, and the North 10 feet of Lot 3, in Block 1 in Taylor’s Addition to Cherokee; warranty deed. • Robert G. Young and Patricia A Young to Patricia A. Young: Less the North 17 feet of Lot 12 and all of Lot 13 in Block 59, in the Park Addition to Cherokee; quit claim deed. • Janet Stinnett to Shari Duel: Lots 1 to 24, in Block 129; Lots 1 to 12, in Block 130; and Lots 1 to 12, in Block 131, all in the First Addition to Carmen; correction warranty deed. • Shari L. Duel, aka Shari Duel, and Scott E. Nolting to SLD Rentals, LLC: Lot 10 in Block 28, Original Town of Carmen; warranty deed. • Shari L. Duel, aka Shari Duel, to SLD Rentals, LLC: (1) Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4 in Block 128 in the First Addition of
Carmen; (2) Lots 4, 5, and 6 inn Block 155 in the First Addition of Carmen; (3) Lots 1 to 24, in Block 129; Lots 2 to 12 in Block 130; and Lots 1- to 12 in Block 131; all in the first addition of Carmen; warranty deed. • Hawk Haven River Ranch, LC. to Duwane Skipper: All that part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 21, Township 27 North, Range 10 WIM lying south of Highway 11, as described; warranty deed. • Willa V. Cashwell to John B. Hamen and/or Stella Hamen: Lots 22, 23 and 24 in Block 23, First Addition to the Town of Aline; warranty deed. • Eva Whitesides and Marvin Whitesides to Evangelina Whitesides and Robert Whitesides: Lot 1 and the North 40 feet of Lot 2 in Block 1, Holcomb’s Addition to the City of Cherokee; quit claim deed. • Marvin Whitesides and Evangelina Whitesides to Robert Whitesides: Lot 27 in Hodgden Second Subdivision in Section 10, Township 26 North, Range 9 WIM; quit claim deed. • Marvin Whitesides and Evangelina Whitesides to Robert Whitesides and Marvin Lynn Whitesides: Lots 13, 14 and 15, Block 6, Original Town of Cherokee; quit claim deed. • Phyllis Egger aka Phyllis J. Egger to Phyllis Eddger; Dana Forc um (sic), and
Debra Storm: the Northwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 23 North, Range 11 WIM; warranty deed. Mortgages • Bruce E. Haddock and Casey T. Haddock to Bank of the West (Omaha, Neb.): Lots 1-17, inclusive, in Block 47; and Lots 1-6, inclusive; Lots 14-16, inclusive; and Lots 19-24, inclusive; in Block 46, Original Town of Goltry: and a tract of land in the North Half of Section 27, Township 24 North, Range 9 West, as described; $75,000. • Michael Koneski to ACB Bank (Cherokee): the South 40 feet of Lot 2 and the North 10 feet of Lot 3 in Block 1 in Taylor’s Addition to Cherokee; and Lot 1 and the North 10 feet of Lot 2, in Block 1 in Taylor’s Addition to Cherokee. The real property is commonly known as 804 S. Grand, Cherokee; $26,250. • Ronald D. Eckhardt and Karen K. Eckhardt to Farmers Exchange Bank (Cherokee): a tract of land as described measuring 110.2 feet by 141.6 feet in Block 1, Tatro’s Second Addition to Cherokee; $125,000. • Benjamin R. Bickerstaff and Lesli L. Bickerstaff to Farmers Exchange Bank (Cherokee): a tract of land as described in the South 55 acres of the Southeast Quarter of Section 32, Township 26 North, Range 10 WIM, containing 6.12 acres more or less; $95,000.
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Barber County Sheriff’s Log 12-03-12 Mandy Peters, Greensburg, driving a 1994 Toyota pickup struck a deer on River Rd. near Croft Rd. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident investigated by Sheriff Tomson. 12-04-12 Daniel Keen, Cunningham, driving a 2012 Chevrolet pickup struck a deer on Isabel Rd. about 3 1/2 miles north of Medicine Lodge. Over $1,000 damage, no injury, accident worked by Deputy English. 12-05-12 Kiowa Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a ditch
fire along U281 near Gerlane. 12-06-12 Medicine Lodge Ambulance transported patient from Main Street to Medicine Lodge Hospital. 12-06-12 Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a ditch fire on Curry Lane east of Isabel Road. 12-06-12 Medicine Lodge Rural Volunteer Fire Department responded to a ditch fire along U281 north of Well Road. 12-07-12 Kiowa Ambulance trans-
ported patient from Hazelton to Kiowa Hospital. 12-07-12 Deputy Fishgrab investigated a report of theft northeast of Kiowa. 12-08-12 Kiowa Ambulance transported patient from Kiowa Manor to Kiowa Hospital. 12-08-12 Medicine Lodge Ambulance transferred patient from Medicine Lodge Hospital to Wichita. During the week officers received two reports of cattle out; one report of goats out; performed 16 Public Assists; and assisted four other agencies. Arrests: None.
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The Rialto has installed “State of the Art” digital projectors lovealotkennels.com. 620-886with 3D. You’ll notice the 3458/213-1490 difference. Advanced tickets Free To Good Home available for movies. Most Credit Cards accepted. Gift Cards for Black Pit Bull Cross with white everything. Rialto. 516 Flynn points. 580-884-1379 Street. Alva. 580-327-0535 Just In Time CC Construction for Christmas! Gentle & broke Interior-Exterior improvements. ponies & horses. But I don’t know Room additions. Plaster Repair how to wrap them!! 620-296-4449 & Painting. Handicap Upgrades. Automotive Structural and non-structural concrete. Will also accommodate For Sale Farm & Ranch. Workers Comp 2010 Toyota Tundra. 15,540 mi. and Liability Insurance. 580-307Heavy duty gooseneck trailer 4598 or 620-825-4285. hitch. Auto trans. 580-542-8804 Stocking Stuffers Business Services Hairbows, flowers, tu-tus & leg warmers have arrived at the Busy Tree Service B. 524 Flynn St. Tue-Sat 10amTree Trimming, Removal, Stump 5pm. 580-732-0541 Grinding. Have Bucket Truck, Depot Bar & Grill Skid Steer & Stump Grinder. Pesky trees due to drought, limbs Wed Lunch Special-Pork Chops, over house, etc, give us a call. Stuffing, Green Beans, Italian Work Guaranteed. Customer Cream Cake. Thur-Taco Soup, Satisfaction is our goal. No job Tortillas, Cherry Cheese Cake. too big or small. Free Estimates. Fri-Chicken Fry, Mashed Potatoes, Contact Terry at 580-922-0165 Gravy, Corn, Roll, Poppyseed Dreams, Designs, Done Cake. Full menu everyday. CarryOut available. 580-327-2212 Giving you detailed designs and plans for your dreams and turning Need New Sidewalks? them into reality. WFM Total Driveway perhaps, we do all types Construction, LLC. 580-327of concrete work. Stamp and 7935. www.wfmtotalconstruction. Colors also avail. Give us a call for com estimate. 580-732-1028
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Thur & Fri noon-4pm. Sat 10am2pm. Lots of Christmas and Winter New Hope Counseling provides Clothing. 212 Maple DUI Assessments 10 & 24 Hour DUI Schools, 6 & 12 week Estate Sale Substance Abuse Counseling, Phillip & LaDonna Ring. 46425 Victim’s Impact Panels and Jefferson Rd. 5 1/2 miles N of Addiction Counseling Services. Alva. Fri & Sat Dec 14 & 15. 8amLet us help you get your license 4pm back or meet court requirements. Offices in Alva. Call today to Estate Sale make an appointment at 580-327511 Mimosa. Fri 9am-? Sat 9am2356 or 580-748-0692 ? Lots of quality furniture & Premium Firewood Avail household items Black Jack and White Oak. Also Estate Sale quality Firewood Racks. Will 803 S. Oklahoma, Cherokee, stack and deliver. 580-922-1256 OK. Dec 14th & 15th, 8am-5pm. Employment Washer & Dryer, Dining Tables & Chairs, Couches, Recliners, and Help Wanted much more. Chris 580-748-1927. Bartender Depot Bar and Miscellaneous Grill. 580-327-7011 or pickup application at 3 N College For Sale Help Wanted
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Live Music
For Sale
Several Sheets of Tin. 2 Stock Trailers, 1-16ft Bumper Pull & 28ft Gooseneck. 580829-3156 or 580-829-4524
Ronnie Jay Wheeler and Friends at the Cleo Tavern, Cleo Springs. 12-15-12, 9pm. Americana, Alt. Rock, Alt. Country, etc.
‘09 Kawaski Vulcan, low miles $3000. 580596-2207 or 580-304-5829. Also 30 Ton 2 cyl Wisconsin Log Splitter $1000
Found
Want to Buy
Attention!
S of Hardtner, KS, a polypipe heater/splicer? Call 580-732-3151 to describe and collect Help Us Help Kids! Unique educational opportunities, scholarships, grants...these are just some of the ways Alva Goldbug Education Foundation assists the Alva School District and its students. Provide a donation today for our leaders of tomorrow. See display ad in this issue for more info.
Broken Zero turn mower. 580-748-0045 Custom Gift Wrapping Elegant, fun & festive styles. Contact Kryslyn at 580-884-1628 Free AHS Spanish Trip pictures from 1983 to 2002. For more info 580-327-0653 Santa Ideas
for Pure Mexican Vanilla until Dec 25. 580327-1311. GNK Vacuum. 722 E Okla Blvd. Alva
All boys and girls like Show Passes, Video and Game Rentals, Drink & Popcorn “Happy Hour” coupons. Mix & Match, any amount. Gift Cards available. Rialto. Open 7 days. 580-327-0535
Alva’s Best Drink
Storage Wars
special is at the Rialto Snack Bar. Lowest price in Alva, all hours all days. Open 10am Mon-Sat. Sun open at 12:30pm. Coupons available starting at 50 cents. Carry-Out only!
Coming to Alva. Saturday, Dec. 15. Town & Country Mini Storage E of Alva. 10am. Each container will be opened at 9am for viewing. 4 containers to be auctioned off!
Taking Orders
Firewood for Sale 580-748-4064
REAL ESTATE & AUCTION
MURROW
580-327-1998
www.murrowlandandhome.com www.murrowrealestateandauction.com
For Sale Nice Desk $100 & Working Table, heavy duty $100. 580-327-2771
V.A.P will be closing at 12:00 on Dec 24th to allow our employees to enjoy the Christmas Holiday Real Estate For Rent 2 bdrm Luxury Apt. 580-430-6052 Housing Rental Contractor housing, 2 units available. 2 bed, 1 bath, kitchen and living. Located on quiet lot. Like new with cable and internet, all bills paid. 6 mo lease. $1500 per unit, per month – Kyle 405-818-6698. Mobile Home For Rent 3bdrm 2bth, $1000/Mo. Appliances & Utilities Included. Near Burlington, OK. Can be partially furnished. 620-229-3593 Trailer for Sale 1 mile E of Alva. Needs TLC. Has garage, appl, CH/A, fenced in yard. Country Feel! Reasonable lot rent $3500 obo. 580-2566230
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Office/Retail Space. Great Remodeled. 580-748-0937
For Sale location.
For Rent 2bdrm in Burlington, OK. 307-321-5132 For Sale 520 E 5th, Cherokee, OK. 3/4 bdrm. Over 2000 sqft + garage w/Apt. $85,000. 580748-1597 For Rent Lot for Mobile Home. 580-327-4606 House For Sale 1325 Lincoln, Waynoka, OK. Newly remodeled. 580-430-5050 For Rent Large Furnished 3 bdrm home with garage in Wakita, OK. 580-542-3090
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ers in that area, no one has returned the phone calls. 7:13 p.m. Reckless semi driver driving by post office, they were behind a semi that kept swerving all over the road, truck pulled behind the Cherokee Station, was trying to hide from the cops, she yelled at him and he claimed that he was driving just fine, the respondent’s mother called in on a blocked number and began to tell me that I didn’t care that her daughter almost lost her life to this semi driver, I advised her that the call was sent to the police department because they were coming into town, I advised that she didn’t need to be rude to me over this, mother ended up hanging up on me and has not called back since. 8:27 p.m. Wanted person in Woodward County, respondent advised he was a bondsman and he had a subject jump bail, was last heard of today in Cherokee in a white four-door car, subject has $44,000 dollars worth of felony warrant and needs to locate him immediately, received warrants and recent mug shot of subject. 10:14 p.m. Cattle out on Carmen water tower road, respondent advised he had put some cattle up because people were driving 50 mph to 60 mph down that road, didn’t want any accidents to happen, cattle had brand, no one in that area owned them or knew of the brand, made note if any one claims missing cattle to contact individual. For Rent
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14 x 50 Mobile Home. 2bdrm, 1bth. CH/A. Call 580-237-8088. Delivery available. For Rent Remodeled apts. 1 & 2 bdrm. Avail 1st week in Dec. All bills paid. Includes High Speed Internet, appliances + dishwasher, New laundry on site. Call 580-327-2841 (office) or 580-430-7183 (site manager). Office Hours Mon-Fri 5pm-6pm or by appointment Special Gov’t Program! Own Land/Family Land Zero Down! Don’t prejudge your credit. E-Z qualify by phone. 2000 furniture package with purchase. Homes starting at $26,500 and up. W.A.C. 405-631-7600 or 405-635-4338 For Rent RV Space. $350/Mo near Burlington, OK. 620-229-3593
Real Estate ($211.50). Kale Dean Butts, 23, Enid: Operating a motor vehicle without a valid CDL ($256.50). Rhonda M. Nelson, 40, Cherokee: Driving without driver’s license ($256.50). Rhonda M. Nelson, 40, Cherokee: Failure to stop at stop sign ($211.50). Rhonda M. Nelson, 40, Cherokee: Transporting open container of beer ($316). Patrick Joe Martin, 24, Cherokee: Failure to carry insurance verification ($231.50). Escarcega Gerardo Orozco, 41, Waynoka: Operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license ($256.50). Trenton Gene Lubbers, 48, Okeene: Failure to stop at stop sign ($211.50). Dennis L. Trisch, 60, Granbury, Texas: Failure to stop at stop sign ($211.50). The following individuals received a citation for speeding: Matthew Shelby Hatter, 22, Atoka: 16-20 over ($241.50); Benita Jeanne Reimer, 49, Ringwood: 1-10 over ($188.50); Barbara G. Frei, 61, Oklahoma City: 21-25 over ($281.50); Johnathan Shane Nelson, 42, Heber Springs, Ark.: 21-25 over ($361.50); Marcell Lavon Manccine, 25, Los Angeles, Calif.: 26-30 over ($341.50); Domenique Bellavia, 36, Austin, Texas: 16-20 over ($241.50); Patrick Joe Martin, 24, Cherokee: 1620 over ($241.50); Taylor B. Williams, 24, Enid: 16-20 over ($241.50); Donald Wayne dove, 55, Lamesa, Texas: 15 over ($226.50); Ryan Daniel Irvin, 23, Mutual: 1-10 over ($188.50); Justin Dean Moran, 32, Drumright: 1-10 over ($188.50); Kevin Hugh Crippen, 41, Depew: 1-10 over ($188.50); Billy Abraham Jones, 33, Henryetta: 1-10 over ($188.50); Jerry Allen Vandervoort, 50, Kiowa, Kan.: 11-14 over ($226.50); Amando Jaramillo, 25, Wazahachie, Texas: 1-10 over ($188.50); Melinda Mae Young, 45, Morris: 1-10 over ($188.50).
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