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legal notice - Coalgate Record Register
Troy Shipman Recognized For Demolay Youth Leadership Troy Shipman of Coalgate was recently awarded the Youth Adult Leadership Award by the Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Oklahoma for his work with youth. Troy has served as Chairman of the Coal County Order of DeMolay since the Chapter was instituted in June 2005 and chartered in September 2007. The Youth Adult Leadership Award is the highest award given by the Grand Council for youth leadership. The Order of DeMolay is an organization for young men aged 12 to 21. Young men do not need to have a Masonic relative to join the organization. DeMolay was founded in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1919, and is now international in scope. Like the other Masonic Youth Orders, DeMolay Chapters (local groups) usually meet in a room at a local Masonic Lodge. Adult leadership is provided by men (usually Masons) known as Chapter Dads or advisors. The Order takes its name from Master Award that Shipman now in 1953, the year Troy was born. Jacques DeMolay, the last Grand wears was first given to F.M. Following Lumbard’s death, the Master of the Templars, who was Lumbard at the end of his term award has been passed down to his successors; and in martyred in the Middle 2011, it was presented Ages for refusing to to Shipman at the end compromise his honor. of his term. DeMolay teaches the Shipman’s Masonic virtues of reverence, love history began on of parents, comradeship, January 18, 1969 when patriotism, courtesy, he was initiated into cleanness, and fidelity. the Siloam Chapter of The Order provides the Order of DeMolay, many social events and Grand Master J. Clay activities, which help to Thrash DeMolay Class teach social skills and at leadership. Guthrie, Oklahoma. Troy served as Most He served as Master Illustrious Grand Master Councilor of his of the Grand Council Chapter in January1973 of Cryptic Masons of and District Master Oklahoma 2010-2011 Councilor 1974. He has and currently serves as received the DeMolay Grand Chaplain. He honors and awards of the is the first York Rite Distinguished Service Mason in the Southeast Award 1974, Chevalier District of Oklahoma Mason Troy Shipman of Coalgate 1974, a member of the to hold the position of proudly wears his Youth Adult Fabulous “4” Club Most Illustrious Grand Leadership Award (left) and his Most Illustrious Grand Master of the 1974, Cross of Honor Master. Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of 2004, Legion of Honor The Illustrious Grand Oklahoma Award. 2004, Zerubbabel Key COALGATE Volume 129 Number 13 COALGATE, OKLAHOMA 74538 2007, and Advisor’s Key 2008. From 1980 to present, he has served many chapters as an advisor and was named “State DeMolay Dad” in 2008-2009. Troy was initiated, passed, and raised a Master Mason in Coalgate Lodge No. 211, and also holds memberships in Allen Lodge No.89, and Roff Lodge 169. He served as Worshipful Master of Roff Lodge No. 169 in 2008 and President of District No. 38 in 2008. He has also served on several Grand Lodge committees. Shipman received the degrees of Royal Arch Masonry, Cryptic Masonry, and the Orders of Chivalric Masonry on August 24, 1991 in Jacksonville, Florida, and moved his membership to McAlester, Oklahoma on November 11, 1993. He served as High Priest of Indian Chapter No. 1, Illustrious Master of Union Council No. 3, and Eminent Commander of McAlester Commandery No. 6 Continued on Page B-1 RECORD REGISTER Coal County (USPS 120140) 50¢ Wednesday, JUNE 13, 2012 Trae Gray Named To Prestigious Trial Lawyers’ Forums The Million Dollar Advocates Forum announced today that attorney Trae Gray of Coalgate has been certified as a life member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multimillion dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. The organization was found in 1993 and now has approximately 4,000 members throughout the country. Fewer than 1 percent of U.S. lawyers are members. Forum membership acknowledges excellence in advocacy and provides members with a national network of experienced colleagues for professional referral and information exchange in major cases. Members of the Forum must have acted as principal counsel in at least one case in which their client has received a verdict, award or settlement in the amount of one million dollars or more. Members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum must be Life Members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and must have acted as principal counsel in at least one case, which has resulted in a multi-million dollar verdict, award or settlement. Mr. Gray has been approved for membership in both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Continued on Page B-10 YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR — 4-year-old Trevor Robson with his table of plums at the new Farmers Market at the Choctaw Community Center in Coalgate. Trevor picked the plums at his Grandma Betty’s house, packaged them in cups and bowls, and headed to the Farmers Market to sell them. At last count, he had made a whopping $7 bucks. Not bad for a 4-year-old! Local growers say they are enjoying having a place to sell their homegrown fruits and vegetables. The Farmers Market is located under the pavilion on the south side of the community center. The market is open from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or until the produce sells out; however, a couple of vendors were already set up by 7:15 a.m. the day the Record-Register was there. James Frazier, Choctaw Nation District 12 Councilman, encourages all growers who would like to sell fresh produce to come set up a space. Some of the producers are able to accept Choctaw and Chickasaw Senior Citizen Vouchers and WIC Produce Vouchers. Library To Present T-Shirt Jewelry and Drama Theatre Programs Hunter Parker, H.D. Bullard, Brian Sharp and Kayle McIninch in front of the General “Mule” Wayverne cabin in Clarita on Saturday. They were among the horseback riders that participated in the 4th Annual Don Young Memorial Wagon Train in Clarita. H.D. and Tony Wynne (not pictured) were the out riders. Additional photos inside. Three summer reading programs are scheduled for next Monday and Tuesday, June 18 and 19, at the Coal County Public Library. All three programs will be held in the Coal County Library Meeting Room and are open to the public. On Monday at 11:00 a.m., Kiona Wooton-Milliron will show teenagers how to make t-shirt jewelry. This program is for ages 13-18. T-shirt jewelry is accessories made from repurposed t-shirts (cotton) that have been washed, sometimes dyed and made into unique pieces. They are handmade, one of a kind and super original. Old t-shirts are great for this craft. They’re stretchy, never fray, come in every imaginable color, and almost everyone has a spare on hand. Embellished with beads, rhinestones, bits of leather or ribbon, this project will turn out different each time you try it. On Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., a program will be held for kids ages 10-17. This will be a drama workshop presented by Kirsten Jackson. For her teen workshops, Kirsten comes prepared with fun theatre games and activities and teaches students how to create a character. She takes the fright out of stage fright and offers the students the Continued on Page B-1 PAGE A-2—COALGATE RECORD REGIST ER—JUNE 13 , 2012 One of the great blessings in life is a Vidalia onion. Lewis Grizzard writes that when he is confronted by atheists, he simply makes the point that if there wasn’t a God and He didn’t love us, there wouldn’t be such a thing as the beloved Vidalia onion. Think about it: Vidalia onions, which are sweet and mild, grow only in a small part of southeast Georgia. Some have tried to duplicate the Vidalia in other parts of the country, but to no avail. God, I am convinced, was traveling through what was to become southeast Georgia during the six days of Creation and said, “Let there be a sweet, mild onion, and let it grown here and here only.” It was just another of the many blessings God gave us, such as spring, cool breezes, the beach, and frequent-flyer points. I must admit, however, that I have had a problem with Vidalia onions over the years. I usually buy them in great quantities. I am afraid if I don’t, the Arabs will get control of Vidalias and send the price up so far I cant buy them anymore. My problem is that I can’t eat my onions fast enough, and some of my supply turns funny colors and begins to smell. Because I absolutely abhor throwing out spoiled Vidalia onions, I set about to find a way to keep them fresh for long periods of time. Finally, I have the answer. Friends invited me to dinner recently, and delicious baked Vidalia onions were served During the meal I asked, “Do you have a problem keeping your Vidalias fresh?” “Of course not,” the husband answered. “I’ve got fifty pounds of them stored right now. I’ll be eating Vidalia onions all winter. The best way to keep Vidalias,” he went on, “is to put them in panty hose.” “Panty hose?” “Yes,” the wife explained. “You take a pair of panty hose and cut of the top part. “Then you put an onion all the way to the place where your foot goes. Then you tie a knot just above that onion and put in another on top of it. When the panty hose are full of onions, you hang them up somewhere and they stay absolutely fresh. “What you are doing is keeping the onions form touching one another, which is one reason they go bad if you leave them stored in, say, a sack.” “I hope you don’t mind if I tell the rest of the nation about this,” I said to my friends. “Fine, but I don’t believe you should mention us by name,” said the husband while his wife was not in the room. “It could be a little embarrassing if you wrote that my wife could get fifty pounds of Vidalia onions in a pair of her panty hose.” I put my hand on what was left of my baked Vidalia and swore I would be discreet. —CC— Daydreaming . . . is it just another memory from the “good old days?” Danny Heitman is hoping for a comeback in daydreaming and writes . . . “As another summer arrives at our doorstep, I’ve been thinking of what my 11-year-old son told me not long ago on a long drive back from a weekend of camping. “If it’s OK with you,” Will said from the back seat, “I’m just going to sit here and daydream for a while.” I was heartened that Will had decided to claim a few moments for mental wandering after two days devoted to the outdoor regimens of his Boy Scout troop. But as I gazed through the rearview at the woods receding from view, I had to wonder if Will’s plans would produce the desired result. Daydreaming, after all, is something that tends to defy planning. The best daydreams just happen, serendipitously, as we’re doing something else—the brain slipping its leash for a random walk away from work, or class, or the Sunday sermon gone on too long. But my son’s sense of daydreaming as a pastime requiring a certain amount of room in the day—a slow half-hour or so when thoughts can float like balloons into the waiting sky—seemed a wise recognition of the freedom needed to let a mind go. Summer, in our ideal vision of the season, seems a natural incubator for daydreaming, as office schedules slacken, and beach vacations beckon, and the close of school liberates children from campus. But in squaring off his daydreaming time the way that a grown-up might pencil in an appointment with the dentist or CPA, Will reminded me of the degree to which kids these days tend to think in schedules, even in summer. Summer camps nudge America’s children from one enrichment activity to another, and little-league sports perpetually point their little eyes toward the urgency of a ball in play. Do youngsters have any real chance for daydreaming during the vacation months—or in any other time of the year? A daydream is a stolen pleasure—a moment or two pleasantly robbed from some more obviously useful task as the brain leaps a fence, goes adventuring and, with any luck, returns to active duty before anyone knows it’s been AWOL. But as texts and tweets and ringing cell phones keep a constant claim on attention, such mental escapes can seem all but impossible for youngsters and grown-ups alike. If an awareness-raising campaign for daydreaming seems in order, then there’s no better role model for the cause than the title character of James Thurber’s 1939 short story, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” A genius at mental digression, the unassuming Mitty evades the tedium of errands with his wife by casting himself as the star of several fantasies, alternately trying on the roles of rakish military commander, ingenious surgeon, crafty murder suspect, and tragic hero facing the firing squad. Thurber’s story took on a life of its own, proving wildly popular among careworn Americans fighting World War II. Readers seemed to know that even in the midst of a global conflict—or perhaps because of it—a little mental doodling like Mitty’s could do them a lot of good. But Thurber was amused, some years after his free-associating hero first appeared in print, to discover that a British medical journal had coined the term “Walter Mitty syndrome” to describe “pathological daydreaming.” Maybe it was inevitable that Mitty would be appropriated to equate daydreaming with illness. Today, as concern about attention deficit disorder informs the popular culture, a practiced daydreamer might find himself classified not as an artist of improvisation, but a case to be cured. Long before Walter Mitty’s wife tried in vain to return him permanently to reality, the world had its daydreamers—and diligent guardians bent on reforming them. When asked how he happened to create his famous daydreamer, Thurber suggested that he didn’t so much invent Mitty as simply extend a lengthy tradition. “There were Walter Mittys, under other names, in the writings of dozens of men ahead of my time, including Shakespeare,” he told a reader. So maybe, given its genius for subversion, daydreaming might survive—and even thrive—in a summer that’s probably going to be much busier than it needs to be. —CC— Quote of the Week: There isn’t much to be seen in a little town, but what you hear makes up for it. —CC— I thought of my mother when I recently read the following . . . Greg Spitzer writes that at the podiatrist’s office, his mother listed all her ailments. “I have a lot of health issues,” she told him. “Chrohn’s disease, thyroid problems, high cholesterol – that’s just the tip of the iceberg. But I have one saving grace: I don’t drink.” The doctor nodded understandingly: “You should.” COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012—PAGE A-3 MOORE STORE CELEBRATES 5TH ANNIVERSARY — The Moore Store in Coalgate celebrated its 5th anniversary on Saturday, June 2. Customers had fun choosing from colorful balloons hanging from the ceiling that contained a piece of paper on which a prize was written. The big winner of the day was Jackie Harris of Lehigh. He won a 50-pound bag of Profat dog food plus some smaller prizes. Above, storeowner Frances Hamer (second from left), customer Melinda Guinn (left) and Frances’ friend, Dorothy Delaughter, pose with a huge decorated cake that Frances and Dorothy made for the anniversary celebration. The ladies said the cake took them all night, but they had loads of fun doing it. Wilson Sunshine Workers Meet The Wilson Sunshine Workers met May 8 at the Clarita Community building. Myrtie Rush called the meeting to order. The devotional “The Nation of A lifetime” was given by Doris Kahle. Teri McCuller started the homemakers’ creed. The roll call was answered by “Do you have one saving tips that help you stay financially fit?“ Share! Myrtie read the minutes of the last meeting. Doris Kahle gave the treasurers report. Myrtie gave the cemetery report. Bring items to the center and Coalgate for OHCE week. The leaders’ lesson is May 21 at 1:30 on “simple home re- Lilia Shahbandeh is the daughter of Norik and Michele CarneyShahbandeh of Broken Arrow, granddaughter of the late Rev. Ray Carney and Paula Carney of Coalgate and Lousik Varhabian of Burbank, California. She is a graduate of Broken Arrow High School as of May 17, 2012. This summer she plans to do a tremendous amount of traveling around Europe before she starts her future at the University of Oklahoma in the fall. Lilia is excited for what the future holds as she embarks on this big chapter in her life. Come by & say hi and see what we have to offer! Countryside Values Discount Grocery “Saving you money in the country” • Premium Cheese • • Butter • Meats • Try our line of Amish Wedding Products: • Pickles • • Jams • • Vegetables • Hwy 48, Clarita • 9 miles south of Tupelo • (580)428-3547 we now accept VISA Debit and Access Cards pair.” Fresh fruiting was reported on and we are giving food to a senior citizen’s in Wapanucka. Bring items next month for our Veteran’s box. Our quilt is done. It is beautiful. The summer council is June 27 at 10:30. Wilson is hostess. It is on Native American. Myrtie gave everyone a Mother’s Day gift. The cemetery working is May 26. We will put an ad in the paper. Our cemetery has already been mowed three times. Doris is paying for the bean dinner for 12 members. We are to bring pillowcases for veterans. We are to send coupons also. We will talk about making bibs at the next meeting. Those attending were Thelma Toney, Elizabeth Harkins, Dorothy Harkins, Teri McCuller, Doris Kahle, Elizabeth Pratt Beatrice Woods and Myrtie Rush. The meeting adjourned to meet June 12 for next meeting. Qualified RE-ELECT Experienced JOHNNY D. WARD DEMOCRAT FOR COMMISSIONER DIST. 2 Delivery of Channel Catfish, Bass, Hybrid Bluegill, Redear Bream, Coppernose, Bluegill, Fathead Minnows, Black Crappie and Grass Carp are now available for Pond and Lake Stocking • We furnish hauling containers! • Turtle Traps, Fish Feeders, Fish Traps! • Live Delivery Guaranteed! • Decorative Fountains, Aerators, Windmill Aerators! • Discounts/Special Deliveries on large orders! • Vegetation Control, Pond Fertilizers, Floating Docks! SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 2012 Coalgate Shop-n-Hop 1105 S. Broadway 1:30-2:30 pm To place your order or for more information contact one of our Consultants Monday - Saturday at 800-433-2950, or email [email protected]. Mon-Fri-7:00am-6:00pm Sat-8:am-4:00 pm 1-800-433-2950 • Fax 1-580-777-2899 www.dunnsfishfarm.com PAGE A-4—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 Service Held For Billy Wayne Thompson Funeral services for Billy Wayne Thompson, a Coal County resident, were held Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Chapel in Coalgate with Mr. Wendell Ingram officiating. Burial was in Byrd’s Prairie Cemetery with Brown’s Funeral Service of Coalgate in charge of arrangements. Mr. Thompson was born December 8, 1955 in Coalgate to G. L. “Hamp” and Fannie Leora (Sappenfield) Thompson and passed away June 6, 2012 in Clarita, OK at the age of 56. He attended Tupelo School and graduated in 1974. Billy worked Oilfield for many years, attended the First Baptist Church in Tupelo and enjoyed fishing and mechanic work. Survivors include children, Chris Thompson of Tupelo, and Lauren Baldwin and husband Mi- chael of Clarita; siblings, Pats West and husband Ron of Ada, Ron “Shorty” Thompson and wife Darla of Jesse, OK and Mike Thompson and wife Stacie of Ada; grandchildren, Dusty Lane Thompson and Stetson Paul Thompson, both of Asher, OK, Brayden Wayne Cash Baldwin and Brooklyn Lee Leota Baldwin, both of Clarita; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear and loved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Paul “Butch” Thompson and sister, Carolyn “Sally” Anderson. Pallbearers were Scotty “Bubba” Stinnett, Bobby Blanchard, Kenny Fortner, Jackie Turner, Timmy Stinnett and Brad Gould. Honorary bearers were Phillip Burris, Teddy Leland, Jerry Sanders, Jack Couey and Mike Lee. Funeral services for Louis Coleman Stallings, an Atoka county resident, were held Monday, June 11, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Chapel in Atoka with Bro. Eddy Cook and Pastor Jesse Spurlock officiating. Burial was in Tushka Cemetery with Brown’s Funeral Service of Atoka in charge of arrangements. Mr. Stallings was born June 9, 1967 to Archie and Betty K. (Gilbreath) Stallings at Los Angeles, CA and passed away June 6, 2012 at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO at the age of 44. He graduated from Atoka High school in 1986, married Robin “Spruill March 10, 1990 at Tushka and was a Railroad Operator. Louis proudly served his country in the Navy, earning an Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and a Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed Nascar and was a huge Jeff Gordon fan. Survivors include his wife, Robin Stallings, of the home in Atoka; children, Aaron Stallings of Atoka and Alisha Lucas and husband Josh of Lane; sisters, Mary Golden of Atoka and Sonya Mullen and husband Michael of Bray, OK; mother-in-law, Virginia Horath of Atoka; aunt, Fredda Norman and husband Snake of Atoka; nieces and nephews, Heather Middleton and husband Scott of Harmony, Lindsay Golden and fiancé Brandon Davis of Atoka; Tamra Eagleberger and husband Dustin of Stringtown, Brian Mullen and wife Courtney of Weatherford, Phillip Mullen of Bray, Dazy Ringwald, Lilly Smith, Rose Smith, Jesse Smith all of Atoka, Macetric, Joseph, Ryan, and Keegan Owens all of New Hampshire; great nieces and nephews, Andi Marie and Ayden Middleton of Harmony, Harlee Duncan, Dawson Brawdy of Atoka, Brylon Mullen of Weatherford; sister-in-law, Aimee Owen and husband Jerry of New Hampshire; brother-in-law, James Kelly Smith of Atoka. He was preceded in death by his parents; paternal grandparents, Earnest and Irene (Latham) Smith; maternal grandparents, Alex and Winona (Jones) Gilbreath; niece, Kayla M. Mullen; fathers-in-law, James F. Smith and Jerry Horath; nephew, Jason Duncan; uncle, Louis M. Stallings. Pallbearers were Scott Middleton, Dustin Eagleberger, Brandon Davis, Dennis McIninch, Brain Mullen, and Joshua Lucas. Honorary bearers were Russell Labor, Glen Romines, Maurice Thompson, Steve Bedford, Mickey Scott, Lonnie Hokett, Shane Talley, Michael Golden, Michael Mullen, Kenny Maxwell, and Chuck Edward. Service Held For Louis Coleman Stallings ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL MATH-A-THON. Forty students from Emerson Elementary and one Wallace Byrd Middle School student participated in the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Math-A-Thon during the month of March 2012. The students raised $2,246.12. This support will help St. Jude continue the dream of its founder Danny Thomas to ensure that “no child should die in the dawn of life”.The mission of St. Jude is to find cures for childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. It is the world’s largest pediatric cancer research center in terms of the number of patients enrolled and successfully treated. Since opening in 1962, St Jude has treated children from all 50 states and more than 80 foreign countries. The Math-A-Thon program is designed to not only strengthen basic math skills, but also provides the opportunity to build character and self-esteem through helping others. It allowed the students to help sick children at St. Jude by raising money for research and treatment. Leading collector is Cade Cometti, he raised $200.00 and received a certificate, a Math-A-Thon t-shirt, Math-A-Thon drawstring bag and a game set. Pctured are the participants. Front row: Ty Golden, Hayden Franklin, Maci Gaylor, Christopher Hudson, Shadow Bayles, Caleb Midkiff. Second row: Rylie Blue, A. D. Mauk, Kallie Chapman, Jera’ Davidson, Karsyn Flowers, Kiera Coslow, Journey Holt, Isaiah Holt. Third row: Gavin Blue, Mayci Vela, Trenton Thurman, Caleb Simonson, Amy Walton, Reese Grigg, Caitlyn Sandlin, Nate Rainey, Adysin Lambert. Fourth row: Warren Birdshead, Damian Martinez, Cade Cometti, Angela Martinez, Brylee Rice, Cord Coffee, Jake Coffee, Mersadey McNutt, Tison Franklin. Back row: Matthew Callicoat, Allen Spears, Molly Rainey, Shea Linton, Baylee Hale, Breana Hale, Toxey Franklin. Not pictured: Austin Lynch and Rylee Wilson. Reunion COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE A-5 Noah Friends and Family of Selina Noah Reunion Saturday, June 23, 2012 Coalgate Park Building 10:00 a.m. The Coalgate Swimming Pool is open for the summer and is near the park building. We will have door prizes and lots and lots of food. Everyone is invited to attend! Paula Carney and Rosa Barron wants all friends and family to attend if they can!! CARD OF THANKS Haley Nelson of Coalgate FFA had the Reserve Grand Champion steer and also won Reserve Beef Showmanship at the Coal County Jr. Livestock Show. Letter to the Editor To All Oklahomans: This is an election year, so all should spend the next few months carefully finding out all we can about the candidates, their proposals, and what issues are the most vital for the nation’s future. It is important to learn facts about the people running for office and the policy issues they will need to address, and what are their ideas and stand on those issues. It is sad, but most Americans don’t know the name of the person or persons representing them in Congress. We guard the national ideals and voting prerogatives for which our forefathers died. We trust that our sound principles and attention to detail will yield good government for us in the end. It’s not an assurance of the best outcome, but it’s a fair protection against the worst. Will Rogers is quoted as saying, “Thank Heavens, we don’t get all the government we pay for.” How many can still recite the preamble to the constitution? History teachers would sometimes require that students memorize the preamble. The words are—“We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, provide for the common defense, establish domestic tranquility, provide for the general welfare, secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this the constitution of the United States of America.” The original copy of the constitution is on display, under guard, in the National Archive Building in Washington, D.C. Obama did not prove to be even average in his ability to govern the nation. Let’s hope we are able to elect someone who has more ability than Obama. Obama is a poor excuse for a president! S)Zelma Dean Brecheen June Extension C.A.F.E. To Focus On Jellies, Jams and Salsas Proper food preservation is a way to ensure that we keep our foods safe and maximize our consumption of our homegrown fruits and vegetables throughout the year. Lana Stidham, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator with Coal County OSU Extension Service, is presenting a lesson on canning jellies and jams and freezer jams and salsas on Friday, June 15, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Homemakers Building. The homemakers building is located one block behind the Coalgate Post Office. Lunch will be Crunchy LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register May 30, June 6 & 13, 2012, 3t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA DEMARCO WILLIAMS, Plaintiff, Vs. The known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, administrators, executors, devisees, trustees, legatees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote of J. M. SOJOURNER, ABBIE SMITH SOJOURNER, JUANITA WILLIAMS and C. E. WLLIAMS, all deceased. Defendants. CV-2012-12 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: The known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, administrators, executors, devisees, trustees, legatees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote of J. M. SOJOURNER, ABBIE SMITH SOJOURNER, JUANITA WILLIAMS, and C. E. WILLIAMS, all deceased, GREETINGS: You are hereby notified that on the 29th day of May, 2012, Plaintiff DEMARCO WILLIAMS filed suit against you in the District Court of Coal County, Oklahoma, being Suit No. CV-2012-12 to quiet title to the following described property in Coal County Oklahoma, to-wit: All minerals in and under the East Half of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 11, Township 2 North, Range 9 East, Coal County, Oklahoma, and to obtain judgment establishing that Plaintiff is the owner of said property, all as more particularly set out in Plaintiff’s petition. NOW, THEREFORE, you and each of you are further notified that you must answer the petition filed herein on or before the 12th day of July, 2012, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly in favor of Plaintiff and against you, and establishing that Plaintiff is the owner of the property, all as more particularly set out in his petition. S)Rachel Fuller Court Clerk Trae Gray OBA #21196 The Law Offices of Trae Gray, PLLC 28 North Main Coalgate, Oklahoma 74538 580-927-2314 Office 580-927-2315 Fax E-mail:[email protected] www.LandownerFirm.com LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13 & 20, 2012, 2t) The Coal County Board of Commissioners is accepting six month bids for gravel, hauling, asphalt, road oil, emulsions, grader blades, tank cars and metal and plastic culvert pipe. Bids will cover July 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. Bid specifications are available in the County Clerk’s office at 4 North Main, Suite 1 Coalgate, OK 74538. Bid closing date will be January 2, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. LPXLP Turkey Salad in pita bread and country apple dumplings with ice cream for only $3.00. The public is cordially invited to attend the food preparation lesson and the lunch. Please contact the extension office 927-2262 to reserve your spot for lunch. Oklahoma State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local Governments Cooperating: The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or status as a veteran, and is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all those who called, sent flowers, food, and cards during the loss of our loved one. Special thanks to Deloris Davidson and Ann Trese for all your help and also Brown’s Funeral Service and Arvel Hall for the nice service. The Family of Gary Mayo Stella & Mickey Winningham, Larry, Charlie & Travis Mayo James Troyer Phone: 580-428-3159 J & N Construction General Construction Custom Steel Buildings, Metal Roofs Free Estimates Route 5 Box 445 Coalgate, OK 74538 Coalgate Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church of God 508 E. Dyer St. Coalgate, OK. 580-927-2156 “A Light In A Dark World” EVERYONE IS WELCOME Come And Enjoy The Light Of Christ Pastor, Delbert White Gospel Singing Every 3rd Saturday Night at 7 pm ELECT JACKSON County Commissioner District 2 I Believe, Wherever Possible, County Tax Dollars Need To Be Used In Hiring Local Contractors And Businesses AS YOUR COMMISSIONER I PROMISE TO WORK FOR EVERYONE IN COAL COUNTY 100% An HONEST man for an HONEST job! “A Vote for My Daddy is a Vote for Our Future” H H H H H H H H Elect Bryan Jump for Coal County Sheriff June 26th, 2012 Paid for by Bryan Jump, 103 W. Hooker, Coalgate, OK. PAGE A-6—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 eBWor P t y a h r f Vote or coal county sheriff It took Jean McCurry’s children a year or two to come up with an excursion for her that could top a hot air balloon ride—but they did it! Jean was all smiles as she climbed out the window of the #29 car of Kevin Harvick on May 19th at the Texas Motor Speedway. Jean rode 4 laps with a professional driver and ran speeds of approximately 160 mph. Now the question is: What is she going to do next? Coalgate Assembly of God Church 3 North Byrd Coalgate, OK 74538 Church phone: 580-927-3020 Pastors Billy and Linda Wilson, and Mary Jo Johnson Pastor Billy is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor Pastors Linda and Mary Jo are licensed counselors Service times: Sunday School 10:00 am Sunday Night 6:00 pm Wednesday Night 7:00 pm We at the Coalgate Assembly of God are looking for the hurt, neglected and unloved people of the community. We want you to know that Jesus loves you just the way you are today and wants to bring you into a relationship with him. Our pastors have years of experience in the deliverance ministry. We are also gifted in healing through Christ Jesus. If you are fighting addictions we are looking for you. We want you to be set free. Free counseling available by appointment. Call Pastors Billy & Linda at 927-2050 or Mary Jo at 927-2898 't forget to download your 2x2 ads e this week. e Ad Name to download. om OPS for the 2x2 ads.) MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT e in your newspaper. Auto • Truck • Motorcycle • Railroad Crossing Call for Free Consultation E. Carl Albert WEEK OF 323 JUNE 10, 2012.Parkway • 918-423-0421 1-800-658-1596 OKLAHOMA CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING NETWORK HELP WANTED MISCELLANEOUS NEW TO TRUCKING? Your new career starts now! * $0 Tuition Cost * No Credit Check * Great Pay & Benefits. Short employment commitment required. Call: (866) 873-0332. www.joinCRST.com HANK HAS CASH WILL DASH! 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ADVERTISE STATEWIDE ADVERTISE STATEWIDE! For more information or to place an ad, call Courtni at (405) 499-0035 or toll-free in OK at 1-888-815-2672. OCAN061012 FOR MORE INFORMATION ON STATEWIDE ADVERTISING, CALL 1-888-815-2672 LPXLP CAXCA Health Literacy Workshop The Coal County Public Li- brary. —Understanding prescripbrary Adult Literacy Program tion directions Topics include: and the Coal County Health De—How to communicate with —How to navigate the partment will be conducting a healthcare system your healthcare professional health literacy workshop. The There will be free blood pres—Filling out medical forms workshop will be held Wednes—Chronic disease manage- sure readings. day, June 27th, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 ment Everyone is welcome! p.m. in the public meeting room in the Coal County Public Li- LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 6, 13, & 20, 2012, 3t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA NADA B. AYERS Plaintiff, Vs. THE UNKNOWN SUCCESSORS OF R. B. HUTCHINSON S/P/A ROBERT B. HUTCHINSON, SR., DECEASED, and THE UNKNOWN SUCCESSORS OF D. M. HUTCHINSON S/P/A DAVID M. HUTCHINSON, DECEASED, and THYRZA FORSTER, if living, or if deceased, HER UNKNOWN SUCCESSORS, and THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA, ex rel THE OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION, Defendants CV-2012-13 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: The Unknown Successors of R. B. Hutchinson s/p/a Robert B. Hutchinson, Sr., Deceased, and The Unknown Successors of D. M. Hutchinson s/p/a David M. Hutchinson, Deceased, and Thyrza Forster, if living, or if deceased, Her Unknown Successors. You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Coal County, State of Oklahoma, in Cause Number CV-2012-13 wherein Nada B. Ayers is the Plaintiff and you are Defendants and that you must answer the Petition of the Plaintiff on or before the 24th day of July, 2012, or judgment will be rendered accordingly adjudging that Plaintiff is the owner of a one-third (1/3) interest of the oil, gas and other minerals in and to the following described property in Coal County, State of Oklahoma, to-wit: Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE/4 NE/4 NW/4) and the North Half of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (N/2 NW/4 NE/4) and the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW/4 NE/4 NE/4), all situated in Section Nineteen (19), Township Three (3) North, Range Eleven (11) East, Coal County, Oklahoma, containing 40 mineral acres, and quieting and confirming the Plaintiff’s title and possession therein as in the Petition set forth, and judicially determining the death and heirship of R. B. Hutchinson s/p/a Robert B. Hutchinson, Sr., deceased, and D.M. Hutchinson, s/p/a David M. Hutchinson, deceased. Given under my hand and seal this 5th day of June, 2012. Rachel Fuller, Court Clerk By:S)Michelle Lampkin Deputy Linda G. Evans, OBA #10316 Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 309 – 110 W. Main Holdenville, OK 74848 Phone: 405-380-6511 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13, 2012, 1t) COTTONWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEAMLESS SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAM June 4, 2012 thru June 28, 2012, Monday thru Thursday, breakfast will be served from 8:45 a.m. to 9:05 p.m. and lunch will be served from 11:40 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. at the Cottonwood School Lunchroom. All persons in the community who are aged 18 and under are eligible to participate. In accordance with federal law and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D. C. 20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider an employer. LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13, 20, & 27, 2012, 3t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA DON ROY SCHMELZER, Plaintiff, Vs. The known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, administrators, executors, devisees, trustees, legatees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote of ROY F. SCHMELZER et. al., Defendants. CV-2012-14 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: The known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, administrators, executors, devisees, trustees, legatees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote of ROY F. SCHMELZER, MARY A. SCHMELZER, MARIE KATHERINE HASSETT, DANIEL JAY SCHMELZER and CAROLINE MULLEN, all deceased, and BERNICE SCHMELZER, DAVID MULLEN, TODD MULLER and KIMBERLY MULLEN, if living and if deceased, the known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, administrators, devisees, legatees, successors and assigns of such deceased person, GREETINGS: You are hereby notified that on the 12th day of June, 2012, Plaintiff DON ROY SCHMELZER filed suit against you in the District Court of Coal County, Oklahoma, being Suit No. CV-2012-14 to quiet title to the following described property in Coal County, Oklahoma, to-wit: An undivided 28.333 mineral acres in and under the S/2 NE/4 NW/4 and the SE/4 NW/4 and S/2 NW/4 NE/4 and N/2 SW/4 NE/4 and SW/4 SW/4 NE/4 and SW/4 NE/4 NE/4 of Section 35, Township 1 North, Range 8 East, Coal County, Oklahoma. and to obtain judgment establishing that Plaintiff is the owner of said property, all as more particularly set out in Plaintiff’s petition. NOW, THEREFORE, you and each of you are further notified that you must answer the petition filed herein on or before the 25th day of July, 2012, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly in favor of Plaintiff and against you, and establishing that Plaintiff is the owner of the property, all as more particularly set out in his petition. S)Rachel Fuller Court Clerk Trae Gray, OBA #21196 The Law Offices of Trae Gray, PLLC 28 North Main Coalgate, Oklahoma 74538 580-927-2314 Office 580-927-2315 Fax E-mail: [email protected] www.LandownerFirm.com LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 6 & 13, 2012, 2t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MIKE KOZAK, JR., Deceased. PB-2010-23 NOTICE OF HEARING FIRST AND FINAL ACCOUNT, PETITION FOR DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION, AND DISCHARGE OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Notice is hereby given that Floyd Palmer, the duly appointed and qualified Personal Representative of the Estate of Mike Kozak, Jr., Deceased, filed his Final Account, Petition for Decree of Distribution, and Discharge of Personal Representative on February 28th, 2012. The matter was previously set and then continued. The matter has been reset for June 14th, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., in the District Courtroom, County Courthouse, Coal County, Oklahoma, and all persons interested in the Estate are notified to appear and show cause, if any they have, why the Account should not be settled and allowed, the Estate distributed and the Personal Representative Discharged. DATED this 4th day of June, 2012. S)Richard E. Branam JUDGE OF DISTRICT COURT Trae Gray, OBA #21196 The Law Offices of Trae Gray, P.L.L.C. 28 North Main Coalgate, Oklahoma 74538 (580) 927-2314 Office (580) 927-2315 Facsimile E-Mail: [email protected] www.TraeGray.com COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE A-7 Centrahoma Memorial Day Reunion Letter to the Editor PLEASANT PLACE OF REST Ah, how pleasant – The Pleasant Grove cemetery, the place where our folks are laid to rest, waiting there till the Lord comes to take them home… Considering the happenings of recent months… I wonder. Last week I attended a hearing held in Coal Co. Court room where one group of relatives of the dead were petitioning the court to remove ALL TRUSTEES of the Pleasant Grove cemetery (who were also relatives of the dead). The same trustees who have, and I quote, “brought the cemetery grounds up-to-par and kept the whole cemetery in better condition than it has been in years.” One person stated, “I have never seen the cemetery look this good.” Just suppose that when His Honor the judge sat down at his bench with the petition in his hand…just suppose he looked up to address the audience and observed, not the trustees, but the residents of the Pleasant Grove Cemetery; sitting, waiting for his response to the accusations made against this faithful group of hard-working and dedicated trustees. Is it reasonable to assume that the honorable judge would, then, have made such damaging statements as: “Though you have kept the cemetery in the best condition it’s been in for a long D.A. Files Application To Revoke Mixon’s Deferred Sentence The Coal County District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion to revoke a deferred sentence handed to former Coal County employee Tanya Dawn Mixon (now Jenkins) for embezzlement of county property. In February 2012, Mixon pleaded guilty to 18 counts of embezzlement by county employee. As part of the plea bargain, she was given a 10year deferred sentence on each count with the sentences to run concurrently (together), and ordered to pay $31,472.51 to the District Attorney’s office. Prosecutor Chris Ross said in February following the plea agreement that the $31,000plus includes restitution, a portion of the court costs, and half the audit fee for a special audit conducted in Coal County Commissioner District 1 where Mixon was employed as secretary and receiving officer. Jason’s On May 22, Assistant District Attorney Michelle Newton filed a motion to revoke Mixon’s deferred sentence for failure to pay restitution as ordered. The motion was filed as a “Motion to Revoke Suspended Sentence.” The District Attorney’s office said Tuesday that an amended motion would be filed showing “deferred” rather than “suspended.” On June 6, Newton filed an amended motion that includes the nonpayment plus a misdemeanor charge for driving under the influence of drugs. The misdemeanor charge was filed June 6 after the Coalgate Police Department stopped Mixon’s vehicle the night of June 5. The Court has scheduled Mixon’s revocation hearing for June 14. She has entered a plea of not guilty to driving under the influence of drugs and to the motion to revoke. BARBER SHOP has moved to a new location at the Palace Drug Store Open Daily - 8am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 1 pm CLOSED SUNDAY time…Let’s face it…you are all old and won’t be around for very many more years. What is going to happen to the cemetery then? (one member is 48 years “old”). What? No, surely the honorable judge did not make that statement. Perhaps I dozed and dreamed that part. Did any one else hear him say that? Surely not. It is my understanding that if one of the trustees should die, then another would be appointed. Is that not true? Hopefully all the trustees will not die at one time. (Interesting note: The mother of one trustee lived to be 98 years “old”. At age 95 she was alert enough to have directed the work at the cemetery.) Note also, How many presidents have ruled our country who were older than these trustees. Now, what about a rebuttal? When one is accused, should not the accused be permitted to prove his innocents? It appeared to this observer that the honorable judge was willing to hear the accusations of the accusers, yet not willing to allow the accused to show the evidences they brought to the hearing…that would prove that the accusations were false— including a video of a board meeting where the accusers were: out of order, disruptive-to the point that the meeting had to be postponed. This same thing has allegedly happened more than once. If this were a real situation, How sad that the residents of the Pleasant Grove cemetery had to sit and listen while the honorable judge directed his comments to the persons being accused, who have finally made the cemetery a pleasant resting place, saying that lies had been told and certain undesirable actions have been undertaken that were unbecoming a person of public service….and mainly because of a dispute between two people. The honorable judge then, without hearing from anyone, stated that the two sides had six (6) months to settle their differences. At which time he would set a hearing for 30 days later to select new board members – period. That was it. May God bless the residents of the Pleasant Grove Cemetery. May God bless the Trustees – whomever they turn out to be. And may God bless the honorable judge, who has the awesome responsibility to do the right thing. A very interested observer, B.L. Reed P.O. Box 43 Campbell, TX 75422 The County Clerk’s office will be closed June 13th, 14th & 15th for the annual County Clerk School in Tulsa, Ok. Regular business hours will resume Monday, June 18, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. r f Vote or eBWor P t y a h The Centrahoma Memorial Day Reunion was held Sunday, May 27, 2012 at the Community Building. The guests were welcomed by the Cemetery Association. About 65 attended. As usual the food tables were loaded with all kinds of great food, salads, deserts and drinks. The Lynch family had the most members attending. Wayne and Edie Lynch traveled the farthest (from Denver) with Ward Stanberry next (from Houston). Lewis Taylor, Thelma (Heck) Stanberry and Ward Stanberry tied for the oldest attending. The great granddaughter of F. R. and Juanita Heck was the youngest. I noticed that several families that always come, were not represented, but did not get any info on that. The Key family lost two sisters within 2 months —Lucile and Virginia Shepherd. Virginia always bought stamps from e to help keep the post office. The Mathews family lost two family members. There are several new graves at the cemetery but I did not get the names. We are proud of the Veteran’s Memorial and the flag. Thank you Board Members. Those attending the reunion that registered include: Bert and Steve Lynch, Nikki Lynch, Del Lynch, Randall and Rebecca Rice, Shirley Morgan, Charles Canada, Betty and George Haney, Bernice Shoppe Crane, all from Centrahoma; Cheryl Linker, Kenneth Heck, Marilyn Morgan, Jo Rice, The Browns Mickey, Christi and Emily, Reta Koopmann (Singleton), Nick Singleton, Bill Elkins, all from Ada; Blaine & Bessie Sizemore, Checotah; Emmit and Edie Lynch, Castle Rock, CO; Anna Jean and Jack Key, Muskogee; Linda and A. C. Bennett, McLoud; Lenora Hanes, Grove, OK; Linda Stockton, Tulsa; Roger Heck & family, Edith Jones, Joe, Seth and Luke Foreman, all of Coalgate; Thelma (Heck) Stanberry, Maud; Jerry ad Mary Sue Lynch Poff, Seminole; Lewis Taylor, Marilyn Taylor, Stillwater; Ward Stanberry, Kay, TX; Alice Willis Shope, Rance Willis, Allen; Roy Byrd and Glenda, Atoka; Gene Bock and Courtney, ___Scott, Trinity Scott and Skyler Scott, Ladona Bock, Mansfield, AR; Jean Crane Bridges, Sand Springs; Everett Bagley and Martha, Mike and Melinda Williamson. CLOSED coal county sheriff It’s your future, Plan Plan ahead. It’s you future. ahead It’s your future and your choice. At Brown»s Funeral Service we»ll guide you through the process of prearranging your funeral wishes. We offer a variety of payment plans to –t almost every lifestyle. You may choose to pay in full, or select a payment plan from 12 months to 10 years. It’s your choice. We also offer life insurance and monuments. Call Jeremy Burris for a no-obligation consultation. B Brown’s Funeral Service 400 W. Queen Coalgate, OK 580-927-6915 or 927-2101 PAGE A-8—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 Coalgate Police Report Atoka, OK – Speeding. Cory Allen Denton, stop sign. Felesha Desha Baker, OKC Brenda Dawn Woods, Quitman, AR – Operating Coalgate, OK – Curfew a motor vehicle without – Speeding. proper license plate. William M. Johnson, Ada, violation. OK – Parking violations. Sandra Jean Worley, OKC CONSTRUCTION – Speeding. WE ALSO BUILD HOMES Tommy Lethall Johnigan, 1 1/2 miles West of Coalgate, Ok on Hwy 31 ZONES: 4 (Follow Signs) Burnsville, MN – Speeding. Jeremy Corvero Crooms, for week of June NEW DAYS We build homes and additions. New homes 68 to 78 ft.10, brick 2012 & rock, Southern Gospel, Bluegrass, 2x2 ads may run anywhere in your newspaper. Don’t forget to remind your classifi ed department 1st & 3rdto Coalgate, OK – Disobeyed architecture, shingles, concrete or wood foundation, Argon & Low E Traditional Country/Gospel windows, custom cabinets, granitethe countertops price.at download line ads included for this in week Friday Nite lawful order; public www.okpress.com/ocan CLOSEST TO YOUR COLUMN WIDTH 6:00 - 10:00 Call us today for Free Estimate. - CHOOSE THE AD SIZE intoxication. Information Call 580-927-2829 or 927-0861 Angela Lee Stephens, No Drugs or Alcohol Allowed concessions Atoka, OK – Public intoxication. Send an Oklahoma veteran to Washington DC Send an Oklahoma veteran to Washington DC Angelia Kim Hensley, Oklahoma’s World War II veterans waited 60 years Oklahoma’s World War II veterans waited 60 years for a Coalgate, OK – No seat for a memorial in their honor. We want you to help memorial in their honor. We want you to help Oklahoma Oklahoma veterans visit this memorial by making veterans visit this belt. a tax-deductible donation to Oklahoma Honor memorial by making Lenora Faye Ratcliff, Flights today. a tax-deductible donation to Oklahoma Coalgate, OK – Taxes due Honor Flights today. state; no driver’s license in For more information on how to donate,possession. visit For more information on how to donate, visit www.oklahomahonorflights.org Darrin Blane Wright, www.oklahomahonorfl ights.org • (405) 259-9000 or call (405) 259-9000 Coalgate, OK – Operating a motor vehicle in violation of restriction #9. Andrew Leland Anderson, 1005 S. Broadway Coalgate, Ok Hugo, OK – No insurance. 580-927-9856 Jeanna Marie Knighten, Open - Mon. - Fri. • 7:30am to 6:00pm Ada, OK – No child Get A Boost For Your Air Conditioner $ 00 (one can) restraint. includes air conditioner check Lucas Jay Lancaster, (We Do All Types of Automotive & Transmission Work) Coalgate, OK – Public intoxication. Williams Seth Bailey, POSITION AVAILABLE Talihina, OK – Speeding. John Charles Hand, TenderCare Home Health & Hospice has a Kingfisher, OK – No driver’s position available for a part time RN or LPN. license; no seat belt. We offer competitive wages and mileage re James Wade Birdwell, imbursement. For more information please Mansfield, TX – Speeding. contact the Human Resources Department Brandon Kent Betsey, at 580-927-2327 ext 259. Please apply in the Tushka, OK – No insurance; Human Resources Department at 8 N. Covdriving under suspension. ington, Coalgate. EOE Kasandra Marie Fugate, Traffic Citations The following traffic citations were issued by the Coalgate Police Department from Monday, June 4 through Sunday, June 11: Monica Hope Chesney, Coalgate, OK – Speeding. Josalyn Ranee Cicio, McKinney, TX – Disobeyed R.W. 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Next OQBN Precon Sale June 19th. “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” (John 10:27) weight range 225 to 300# 300 to 350# 350 to 400# 400 to 450# 450 to 500# 500 to 550# 550 to 600# 600 to 700# 700 to 750# 800 to 850# This Father ’s Day quit smok ing so they’ll never star t. Call the O k l a h o m a To b a c c o H e l p l i n e or go online for free coaching and free patches, gum or lozenges. #1 Steers $198 to $234 $295 to $223 $183 to $200 $171 to $187 $170 to $182 $158 to $174 $156 to $170 $141 to $166 $136 to $149 $138 to $145 #1 heifers $193 to $210 $186 to $195 $159 to $173 $154 to $167 $153 to $166 $152 to $163 $145 to $158 $127 to $155 $127 to $139 $125 to $138 310 Cows & Bulls sold at the evening sale. paCKeR COwS $6 TO $7 LOweR. paCKeR BuLLS $5 LOweR high yielding packer bulls sold from ....................$111 to $115 average yielding packer bulls sold from...............$107 to $110 Low yielding packer bulls sold from.......................$100 to $103 high yielding packer cows sold from ....................$83 to $92 average yielding packer cows sold from .............$78 to $86 Low yielding packer cows sold from ......................$72 to $79 Sale Every Tuesday Stocker & feeder cattle begin at 10 a.m.Cows and Bulls Tuesday evening, 6 pm Open 7 DayS/weeK & 24 hOuRS/Day 2 ReCeIVe & CaRe FOR yOuR LIVeSTOCK InVeSTMenT! 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LEATHER, NAVIGATION, STOCK #20299 Only! $40,5391 or WAS 42,940 NOW 41,539 REBATE -1000 $ 465/mo!* SERVICE. CONVENIENCE. PRICE. www.stutevilleford.com PAGE A-10—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 WE NEED JOHNNY D. WARD! Coal County needs JOHNNY D. WARD more now than ever before. JOHNNY D. WARD supports our senior citizens, our veterans and our youth. He has always supported those in need in our community and county. JOHNNY D. WARD is working hard with others to save and preserve our hospital and nursing home. Let’s keep a commissioner that has the experience and cares about Coal County. RE-ELECT JOHNNY D. WARD, DISTRICT 2 COAL COUNTY COMMISSIONER. Be sure to vote on Tuesday, June 26. Paid for by friends and supporters to re-elect Johnny D. Ward, District 2 Coal County Commissioner. ic s u M e v & s i Li v a D y r c e n h a p l i c C e n nd o a t b S g he t e r r o G ening f sfield & t r a Op s H n r t t u a Wy illon B D P n a r w t y a L June 16, 2012 $ 25 6:00 p.m. Coal County Fair Barn Good Food!!! Good Prizes!!! Good Time!!! Fish Dinner for 2 with all the trimmings. 1st place 46” Zero Turn Big Dog Lawn Mower 2nd place- Push Weed Eater 3rd place- Push Lawn Mower For more information call 927-9888, 927-2057 or 927-2391 (Donated by C& C Hardware) Tickets may be purchased from a Fair Board member, Esther’s Kountry Grill & Double S Lumber COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-1 Danny Bullard of Tupelo with his covered wagon following Saturday’s ride. Danny seems to keep the road hot with his wagon and mules. Kenneth McIninch and his little riding partner pull into Clarita following Saturday’s wagon train ride. Library To Present T-Shirt Jewelry and Drama Theatre Programs Continued from Front Page stage.....a chance to be stars.... and an opportunity to shine! At 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Kirsten Jackson will be the ‘Queen of Theatre’ in a children’s program. You know how children giggle and glow when a performer shares the “stage” and allows THEM to act, sing and dance? Well, that’s exactly what happens when “Kirsten, Queen of Theatre!” and her alter-egos, “Ditzy Daisy” and “Silly Sassy” visit the library. Bring your children ages 5-12 years to the library for this program. Queen Kirsten dramatically transforms the Castle of Stories (the library) into a stage and teaches her subjects how to perform a magical fairy tale. But, alas, the Queen disappears when Daisy materializes. . . the lovable but ditzy acting apprentice who practices her theatrical training by reading an interactive book to the children (with lots of audience participation!). Finally, six-year-old Sassy, who is anything but subtle, teaches her new friends a (funny!) song. When “Kirsten, Queen of Theatre!” departs from the Castle of Stories, the children will giggle all the way home as they share their own Troy Shipman Recognized Continued from Front Page in 2004. On July 23, 2006 he was appointed Grand Representative of the Grand Chapter of Iowa and on June 14, 2008 the Grand Representative of the Grand Council of Nebraska. On May 16, 2009 he received the Knights of the York Cross of Honor. Troy is past Grand Sentinel of Royal Arch Masons of Oklahoma and currently serves as District Deputy of District 8 and Commander of the Past Commanders Association. In the Allied Masonic Degrees he is past Sovereign Master of Paul T. Million, Jr. Council No. 455. In the Holy Order of High Priesthood he is Senior Deacon. In McAlester York Rite he serves as Treasurer. He is a member of Oklahoma Lodge of Research, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, S.J.-Royal Order of Ducks, Knights Templar Eye Foundation-Life Sponsor, York Rite College No. 75, Knight Masons Joseph S. Lewis Council No. 66, India Shrine (Van Driver), Tall Cedars of Lebanon-Cross Timbers Forest No. 204, Thrice Illustrious Master-Order of the Sword and Trowel, Knights Pythias, Chief Justice of Amrita Grotto M.O.V.P.E.R., and Knights of St. Andrew. Troy and his wife, Angela, make their home in Coalgate. Together, they have six children and 14 grandchildren. C BAPTIST CHURCH O T T with Kim Schmidt O th th JUNE 24 28 N W 11:00 am Sunday Morning 7:00 pm Nightly O Thursday, June 28th will be O Youth Night D REVIVAL stories about what songs THEY sang, what parts THEY played, and how THEY danced! The programs are made possible by the Institute of Museums and Library Services, Sonic: America’s Drive-in, and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries Great Plains Kubota “Ride With The Brand” 1212 N. 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Qualified RE-ELECT Experienced JOHNNY D. 1500 Hoppe Blvd • Southridge Shopping Center • Ada, Oklahoma WARD DEMOCRAT FOR COMMISSIONER DIST. 2 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-3 Emerson Special Award Winners Announced Following is a list of special awards that were given students in 3rd through 6th grade at the Emerson Elementary Awards Assembly held May 16, 2012. Principal’s Awards presented by Mr. Jim Jenson: Dylan Orr and Kloe Kellis. E. E. Emerson Awards presented by Mr. Jim Jenson and Mrs. Imogene Mowdy: Gage McMichael and Jaden Williams. Tom Griffin Memorial Award presented by Mr. Jim Jenson and the family of Tom Griffin: Skylar Sanchez. Spelling Bee Awards presented Champions, Adrianna Yanez and Kaitlyn Taylor; Runner-ups, Hunter Davidson and Hunter Spears. Masonic Awards presented by Mr. Jim Jenson: Maria Martinez and Daniel Orr. Perfect Attendance Awards presented by Mr. Jim Jenson: Regean Skaggs, Hanna Hall, by Mrs. Kim Barnes-Elkins: Champion, Emilee Scott; Runner-up, Thomas Jacob Hales. CEA Awards presented by Mr. Jim Jenson: Garrett McMichael and Chareth Brooks. Science Fair Awards presented by Mrs. Christie Swanick: TH 6TE 2 E VO E• N T JU • VO TE O •V TE O •V TE O V TE O •V TE O •V Ryan Wooley, Sonya Johnston, Carl Johnston and Toxey Franklin. A bicycle for “Perfect Attendance” donated by WalMart went to Regean Skaggs. Band Awards presented by Mrs. Carol Young: High Five Award, Dylan Grubbs and Great Job Award, Skylar Cagle. ElEct JUMP Coal County Sheriff TE O • V I have enjoyed visiting with many of you during this campaign and will try to get Eli Mayer places at state competition. Eli Mayer, Kiamichi Technology Center of Atoka student, competed in the Telecommunications Cabling contest in Tulsa April 15 and won the gold medal and first place at the state competition. This qualified him for the National Skills USA Telecommunications Cabling Competition this summer in Kansas City, MO. Eli’s instructor at KTC in Atoka is Laurie Ables. He is from Coalgate and the son of the late Edward (Eddie) Mayer, Jr. and Misty Payne of Hartshorne. His grandparents are Edward and Pat Mayer of Coalgate, the late Jim Sallee and Sheila of Stringtown. Great grandmother is Ollie Smith of Stringtown. Eli’s uncles are Ernest, Sherman and Irvin Cole of Wardville and Terry Cole of Phillips. His aunts are Regina Anderson of Ada, Pam Cole of Phillips and Lorene Scott of Tupelo. to as many of you as possible before June 26th. One of my main regrets during this venture is, I fear I will not have time to meet and speak with everyone. I am currently employed by the Coalgate Police Department as a patrolman and until the Sheriff’s election is over, I will be working with the City of Coalgate’s maintenance crew three days a week, this giving me more time to campaign and meet with you. Those of you I haven’t had the chance to visit with, but would like to, please give me a call at my number below. We can find a time that I can come and visit with you and answer any questions or concerns that you might have. I feel like I want the position of Sheriff for the right reasons and care about the future of our county and the people in it. I promise to provide a level of discretion that this office should have, treat everyone with dignity and respect and maintain high morals and standards in an office we can all be proud of. Coal County Sheriff th 580-927-0898 BIG DEAL BIGGER! 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Registered voters who are confined to nursing homes in the county may apply only by mail, by fax, or by telegraph. Military personnel, residents of Coal County living overseas and the spouses and dependents of each group are entitled to vote without being registered. They may apply by mail, by e-mail, or by fax. For more information on absentee voting, contact the Coal County Election Board at 4 N. Main Street, Suite 10, Coalgate, OK 74538, by telephone at (580) 927-3456, or by fax at (580) 927-3710. Information on absentee voting in Oklahoma also may be found on the Internet at www.elections.ok.gov. June 26 Elect Bryan Jump /mo. FOR 12 MONTHS on all packages! two years Lock in one year of savings. years Plus, get sotwo much more. LOCK IN ONE YEAR OF SAVINGS $ SAVE $25/mo. in 1st year AND $10/mo. in 2nd year. NOW * 99 29 mo. For 1 Yr. te. ba After Re 34 $ EVERY GAME. 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DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, CHOICE and CHOICE XTRA are trademarks of DIRECTV, LLC. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners. PAGE B-4—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13, 2012, 1t) BEFORE THE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA APPLICANT: XTO ENERGY INC. RELIEF SOUGHT: POOLING LEGAL DESCRIPTION: SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST, COAL COUNTY, OKLAHOMA CAUSE CD NO. 201203512 NOTICE OF HEARING STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Alabama-Mississippi Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists; Wallace Armstrong; Unkown heirs and assigns of Mary Rhyne Atkins, deceased c/o Daniel B. Atkins; Marion S. Austin, Trustee of the Marion S. Austin 1991 Trust; Leslie E. Bay, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners of Coal County, Oklahoma; Cleo Beck; Earl Beck ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Bertha Bell Berkshire aka Bertha Belle Berkshire, deceased ; Rachel M. Blackwelder; Marshall D. Blackwelder; Mark Blackwelder; Margaret Catharine Blackwelder; Robert G. Blair, John David Blair and Michael A. Elder, as Trustees under the Will of W. W. Blair, deceased; Blair Royalties, Ltd.; Bodard Minerals, L.L.C.; Annabelle Born aka Annabel Born c/o Born Investments, LLC; Lillian Born Norberg, Octavia Born, Fred Born, Mary Born Ells and Harry A. Ells, as Trustees of the Mary Born Ells Revocable Trust U/A/O 8/27/80; The Henry Born Living Trust, UAD November 19, 1993, Henry A. Born, Trustee c/o Pamela Fencil; Unknown heirs and assigns of Henry Brock, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Lura Idena Brock, deceased; Bobby A. Van Brunt; Mary Ethel Gannon Campbell, individually as Trustee under the Last Will and Testament of Mary Ethel Gannon, deceased c/o Bill Campbell; C. C. Carter; Kathryn V. Carver, Trustee of the Family Trust c/u The Harry Carver Living Trust dated February 11, 1993; Chesapeake Exploration Limited Partnership; Cities Service Oil and Gas Corporation c/o OXY USA Inc. ; The Clark III, LLC; Solomon Clay; Bonny Cometti aka Bonnie Cometti; Frank Finley Cook, Sr. and Edith Eleanor Cook, Trustees or their successors in trust under Trust Agreement of Frank Finley Cook, Sr. dated 2-6-78 c/o Frank Finley Cook, Jr. ; Edith E. Cook c/o Frank Finley Cook, Jr. ; Unknown heirs and assigns of F. Finley Cook, deceased; Vestal S. Cook; The First National Bank of Fort Collins, Colorado, Trustee of the Frank Finley Cook, Sr. Trust dated February 6, 1978; David Thomas Cook, as Guardian of William C. Cook, minor; Don Cook Minerals, L.L.C.; James L. Cooper; Virginia A. Copeland, individually and as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated March 2, 1982; Crown Reserves, Inc.; Lorena Darling; Desert Partners III, L.P.; Desert Partners IV, L.P.; Diabendia Family Trust; Leroy Dodd aka Lee Roy Dodd; Unknown heirs and assigns of Alice Marie Earnhart, deceased c/o Beverly Chaney; Unknown heirs and assigns of Rollie Ennis, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Ethel Ennis aka Ethel D. Rhyne Ennis, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Leonard Lee Ennis, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Peggy Ennis, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Nathan Franklin Ennis, deceased; Patricia P. Fentem and Richard L. Fentem, Trustees of the Revocable Trust dated September 3, 1976 c/o Charles Edward Goloby ; Marie Fink; Margaret Catharine Fink; Arthur H. Fink; Rebecca J. Fink; Rachel M. E. Fink; Thomas Mark Fink; Mark Fink ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Sallie M. Fink aka Sallie M. Fink Rhyne aka Sallie Marie Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Malda Fink aka Malda Fink LaRochelle, deceased; James Fink ; Mabyl Fink; G. E. French; Fuller-Bedrock Consulting, Inc.; E.J. Gannon, IV; William D. Gannon; Unknown heirs and assigns of Edward J. Gannon, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Edward J. Gannon aka Edward J. Gannon, Jr., deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mary Ethel Gannon,deceased; Calvin and Candy Griffin ; Grisso Family Trust, Bank of America, N. A., Trustee Attn: Melissa A. Rickman; Elizabeth Staggs Huckabay, Trustee of the Mary Kathryn Grisso Revocable Trust dated June 7, 1996; First National Bank and Trust Company of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Trustee, of the Grisso Family Trust; Suzanna Marguerite Schafer Dean, Trustee for the GrissoSchafer Family Trust, an Oklahoma express trust; Billye J. Hamilton ; Elizabeth I. Hayes; Unknown heirs and assigns of J.I. Hayhurt, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mary Alice Poole Hayhurst, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Martha A. Hayhurst, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of John F. Hayhurst, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mary B. Hayhurst, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Alfred Hayhurst, deceased; William Barney Hedge, Jr.; Unknown heirs and assigns of Helen Bernice Hedge, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Belle Mowdy Hill, deceased ; Wilson Hill; Arthur Hill ; Unkown heirs and assigns of Jeanne Gannon Hunt, deceased ; Grover Johnson; Kirchner Investments, LLC; Edith Knappenberger; The Valley National Bank of Arizona now JP Morgan Chase Bank, HA, as agent for: Bruce Knappenberger, Steven Knappenberger, Kathleen Greenhaigh, nee Kathleen Devol, and Carolyn Devol (OK1-1097); Patty Witherspoon Knickle aka Patty Witherspoon Marcum ; Lehigh Energy Partners, LLC; Cleo Leister; Arvin K. Leister; Bonnie Lemons; Unknown heirs and assigns of Louise Marcum, deceased; Gordon G. Marcum, Trustee of the Marcum Living Trust; The Marcum Trust, a Trust created by Elton C. Marcum and wife, Millo N. Marcum, by document entitled “Revocable Trust Agreement” dated April 26, 1996; Mae Marcum ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Cordelia Marcum aka Cordelia Beal Marcum, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Claud Marcum, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Clarence Marcum, deceased; Charles Edward (Ned) Marcum; Joe McCann; Unknown heirs and assigns of Eliza J. McCurry, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Dale McCurry, deceased c/o Larry McCurry; Jean McCurry ; The Keener McEntire Ranch Trust Agreement dated 11-25-1995; Carl R. McEntire and Patricia Ann McEntire, husband & wife, as joint tenants; Clark McEntire and Jacqueline McEntire, Co-Trustees of the Clark McEntire 1993 Living Trust under agreement dated 4-5-1993; Steven LPXLP McEntire; John M. McEntire; Kenneth T. McEntire; Clark Vincent McEntire; Unknown heirs and assigns of Helen Florida McEntire, deceased; Jim McEntire; Carl R. McEntire, Patricia Ann McEntire, Robert L. McEntire, Marjorie McEntire Crow, Wreatha McEntire, Karen McEntire Watkins, Kimberly McEntire Castillo and Kenneth T. McEntire, individually and as Trustee of the Kenneth T. McEntire and B. Kathleen McEntire Revocable Trust, executed the 31st day of October, 1991; Unknown heirs and assigns of Robert White McEntire, deceased ; Kenneth T. McEntire and B. Kathleen McEntire, Trustees of the McEntire Joint Revocable Trust Agreement, dated the 31st day of October, 1991; Wreatha A. McEntire aka Wreatha McEntire; Barbara I. Meek ; James Michael Meek; Virginia Semple Miller Trust dated November 8, 1985; Paul T. Million, Jr. and Ja Nell Million, as Co-Trustees of the Paul T. Million, Jr. Trust dated March 3, 2000 c/o Million Minerals; Unknown heirs and assigns of Tom Mitcham, deceased ; Chandler Hayes Moenius; James H. Moses and Frances F. Moses, as Co-Trustees of the Moses 1992 Revocable Family Trust; Unknown heirs and assigns of Theodocia Mowdy, deceased ; Henry R. Mowdy; Cleo Mowdy; Ruth Mowdy; Muriel R. Mowdy; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mike Bawsworth Mowdy, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mamie Sue Mowdy, deceased; Mike Mowdy, Jr.; Janet Sue Mowdy aka Janet Sue Saelens; Vernon Mowdy; Barbara Nell Mowdy; Lucille Hughes Gannon Murchison, as Trustee under the Last Will and Testament of Mary Ethel Gannon, deceased c/o Jerry V. Smith ; Clois G. O’Connor and Virginia L. O’Connor, CoTrustees of the Clois G. O’Connor and Virginia L. O’Connor Family Trust dated 1-29-1992; Oklahoma Conference Corporation of Seventh-Day Adventists, a religious corporation of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Trustee; Linda Orr ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Wanda Citron Osborne, deceased c/o Connie Wilson ; Robert Marcus Pace; Lynn Douglas Pace; Molly Lee Parker; Ermeline Pasquali ; Patsy Oil & Gas Company ; Oscar Pearson; S.T. Pearson; G.C. Phillips; A.J. Potter; Douglas Trent Prieto; Bessie Putney; W. B. Ratliff Minerals, LLC; Betty Sue Ray; Unknown heirs and assigns of Nathan O. Rhyne aka Nathan Oliver Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Ethel D. Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Virgil Victor, deceased; Beverly Ann Rhyne; Mary Beth Rhyne; Charles Nathan Rhyne; Pete Rhyne; Pam Rhyne; Unknown heirs and assigns of Alma Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Hazel Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Marion Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Melton Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Carl Mark Rhyne, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of Mary Evelyn Rhyne, deceased; William E. Richardson, Trustee of the Revocable Inter Vivos Trust of William E. Richardson U/A dtd. 4/28/94; Unknown heirs and assigns of Ran Ricks, Jr. deceased ; The American National Bank and Trust Company of Shawnee, as Trustee of the Howard T. Riddle and Leoti W. Riddle Scholarship Trust Number One; The American National Bank and Trust Company of Shawnee, as Trustee for the Trust Estate of the Howard T. Riddle and Leoti W. Riddle Scholarship Foundation; Steve Roberts a/k/a Steven Doyle Roberts; Saunders-Wallace, LLC; Freda H. Schafer c/o Armando J. Rosell; Harry J. Schafer, III, Personal Representative of the Estate of Harry J. Schafer, Jr.; School District No. 24, Coal County, Oklahoma; Joel D. Sexton and Sandy L. Sexton; Unknown heirs and assigns of Gladys Marcum Sherman, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Melvin Sherman, deceased; Maria de los Angeles Sherman ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Alfred J. Sherman aka Jack Sherman, deceased; Bobby c/o G. G. Sherman; Gladys G. Sherman ; Amy Ann Sherman; James F. Sherman ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Alfred L. Sherman, deceased; Lee Ellen Siders; Clara Blount Sledge; Sally Sledge c/o Clara Blount Sledge; Unknown heirs and assigns of J.B. Sledge, deceased; Unknown heirs and assigns of John Byron Sledge, Jr. aka J. B. Sledge, Jr. c/o Alexander B. Sledge; Smack Dab Ltd.; John W. Snyder; Spartan Resources, LLC; St. Mary Land & Exploration Co. now SM Energy Company ; Jahree Standridge Revocable Living Trust; Maude Stover; Ferna A. Surdahl, Trustee of the Ferna A. Surdahl Revocable Trust; Artha Sutton; Texas Conference Corporation of Seventh-day Adventists, as Trustee for the Hour of Prophecy Ministry; Unknown heirs and assigns of E. Jean Williams Tharp, a/k/a Erma Jean Roberts, dceased ; Gertrude B. Tinker; The Ruth C. Verhyden Revocable Living Trust dated July 18, 1994; Karen L. Watkins; Unknown heirs and assigns of Myrtle Marcum Welch, deceased; Mary Louise West; Unknown heirs and assigns of Ray Bernard Williams, deceased ; Unknown heirs and assigns of Don Clifton, deceased ; Miriam Witherspoon c/o Patty Witherspoon Knickle ; LGM Resources, LLC; Grant J. Wright; and all persons, owners, producers, operators, purchasers and takers of oil and gas and all other interested persons, particularly in Coal County, Oklahoma, and if any of the individuals are deceased, or if any of the companies are no longer in existence, the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote, of the named parties. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Applicant in this cause is requesting the Commission pool the interests, designate an operator, and adjudicate the rights and equities of oil and gas owners in the Caney, Mayes, Woodford, and Hunton common sources of supply underlying Section 3, Township 1 North, Range 11 East, Coal County, Oklahoma. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Applicant in this cause is requesting the following special relief: to designate the Applicant or some other party as Operator of the unit well. Applicant is further requesting that the Order to be entered in this cause be made effective on a date prior to the date of the Order. Applicant may request up to one year from the date of the Order to enter in this cause, with which to commence the initial well. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that this cause be set before an Administrative Law Judge for hearing, taking of evidence and reporting to the Commission. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that this cause will be heard before an Administrative Law Judge on the Initial Hearing Docket at the Corporation Commission, Jim Thorpe Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at 8:30 a.m., on the 2nd day of July, 2012, and that this Notice be published as required by law and the Rules of the Commission. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Applicant and interested parties may present testimony by telephone. The cost of telephonic communication shall be paid by the person or persons requesting its use. Interested parties who wish to participate by telephone shall contact the Applicant or Applicant’s attorney, prior to the hearing date, and provide their name and telephone number. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that all interested persons may appear and be heard. For information concerning this action, contact R. D. WILLIAMS & COMPANY, ATTN: ELIZABETH WARD, P.O. BOX 516, ARDMORE, OK 73402, TELEPHONE: 580-226-4100; OR RICHARD K. BOOKS, Attorney, Two Leadership Square, 211 North Robinson, Suite 1300, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, Telephone: (405) 232-3722. CORPORATION COMMISSION OF OKLAHOMA S)Dana L. Murphy CHAIR S)Bob Anthony VICE CHAIRMAN S)Patrice Douglas COMMISSIONER DONE AND PERFORMED THIS 6th DAY OF JUNE, 2012. BY ORDER OF THE COMMISSION S)Peggy Mitchell Secretary LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13, 20, 27 & July 4, 2012, 4t) LEGAL NOTICE Jerry and Bonnie Lemons, d/b/a JB Ranch, RR4 Box 993, Coalgate, Oklahoma 74538, has submitted a permit application to the Oklahoma Department of Mines (ODM) to mine shale through the surface mining method on portions of the following parcels of land: A portion of the NW/4 NW/4 of Section 36, Township 1 North, Range 9 East The total permit area, containing 5.0 acres is located in the Coal County U.S.G.S. quadrangle map. The permit site is located approximately 8 miles West of the town of Coalgate on Highway 31 and 1 mile North on Mowdy Road. A copy of this complete permit application is available for public inspection and copying at the Coal County Courthouse in Coalgate, Oklahoma. Upon written request to the Oklahoma Department of Mines, information contained in the permit application may be inspected or copied at the Department of Mines. Any landowner or resident of any occupied dwelling, any public entity or public agency, or any party that may be adversely affected has the right to submit comments or object to the issuance of the permit in writing. An informal conference will be provided if specifically requested in writing. Any written objections or requests for an informal conference on this application must be received no later than 14 days after the final publication of this notice to the OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF THE MINES 2915 N Classen Blvd., Suite 213 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73106 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13, 20 & 27, 2012, 3t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA In the Matter of the Determination of Death and Heirship of Leona Marie (Burris) Murphy, Fullblood Choctaw/Chickasaw, NE (PGF 654, PGM 10716; MGF 2441; MGM 2423), Deceased. PB-2012-5 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: The unknown successors, claimants and unknown heirs of Leona Marie (Burris) Murphy, deceased. You have been sued by Petition alleging that Leona Marie (Burris) Murphy, died intestate on or about the 18th day of June, 2000, a resident of Coal in County, State of Oklahoma, seized of an estate of restricted property, more particularly described in the Petition on file herein and any other property which decedent may have owned in a restricted status. The petition further alleges that there has been no administration of the estate of Leona Marie (Burris) Murphy, deceased; decedent’s heirs have not been determined; this Court has jurisdiction of said matter; petitioner seeks determination of the death and heirship of Leona Marie (Burris) Murphy, deceased. This matter is set for hearing in the District Court, in Coal County, Coalgate, Oklahoma on the 26th day of July, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., and all unknown successors and heirs of said decedent are directed to answer at said time and submit to this Court any evidence that is competent to establish heirship of said decedent, or said Petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly. S)Richard E. Branam Judge of the District Court S)Niki Lindsey Niki Lindsey, OBA #19344 Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. P.O. Box 2600 Ada, OK 74821-2600 T: (580) 272-0038 F: (580) 272-0665 Attorney for Petitioner Storm Shelters All Concrete 10 yr. Manufactured Warranty on leakage Installed Jerry English 580-927-5493 General Backhoe Work ~ Dozer Work ~ Septic Systems Fincher & Son’s Pipe & Steel 16 Mi. 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Cold Sores, Fever Blisters, Herpes Simplex Type 1 Infection, Try Puritans Pride-Super Lysine + usually 2 days max Call me: 580-889-3338 C ommerce F inance $ It doesn't matter $ if you owe others $ Call Collect for Phone Applications 580-436-4123 $ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Scott McCormack Cell 580-310-4389 West of Ada on Hwy 3W • (580)436-5033 Thank You for your patronage & support! Stockers & Feeder • Pairs, Cows & Bulls Wednesdays starting at 9:00 a.m. Average Report for 6/6/2012 Total Head: 1100 #1 Steers 287-297 .............................$215-$223 310-345 .............................$193-$215 355-389 ......................................$194 407-422 .............................$175-$183 455-460 .............................$177-$186 573..............................................$160 604-640 .............................$160-$161 #1 Heifers 270-298 .................................... $194-$212 396......................................................$171 436-445 ..............................................$164 454-496 .................................... $160-$165 501-541 .................................... $157-$163 554.................................................$158.50 564......................................................$155 603-610 ...................................... $148-152 661-686 .................................... $135-$140 797......................................................$130 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register June 13 & 20, 2012, 2t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COAL COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM M. BASKETT, JR., Deceased. PB-12-12 NOTICE TO CREDITORS All creditors having claims against William M. Baskett, Jr., deceased, are required to present the same, with a description of all security interests and other collateral (if any) held by each creditor with respect to such claim, to the named personal representative, in care of Justin W. Perry, of the firm of Law Offices of Justin W. Perry, attorneys for the personal representative, at 41 East 15th Street, Edmond, Oklahoma 73013, on or before the following presentment date: August 15, 2012, or the same will be forever barred. S)Brian Ward Brian Kelly Ward, Personal Representative of the Estate of William M. Baskett, Jr., deceased Dated June 6, 2012 Justin W. Perry Law Offices of Justin W. Perry, attorneys for the personal representative 41 East 15th Street Edmond, OK 73013 Telephone: (405) 228-0366 Facsimile: (405) 285-6431 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-5 CLARITA WAGON TRAIN—LEFT—Billie Rice was one of the vendors that set up at the Clarita flea market on Saturday. Above, Billie autographs her “Granny Rice’s Cakebook” that is now in its fourth printing since 1997. Proceeds from Saturday’s sales as well as a portion of future sales of the book will be donated to the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) program in Pontotoc County. CASA volunteers serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in the courtroom. Billie’s daughter, Gwen Gjovig, is Executive Director of Pontotoc County CASA. (Note: Billie’s book is different – and it’s great. The recipes include “157 things to do with a box of cake mix!” If you don’t have the book, contact Billie and tell her you want one. Billie is a former longtime resident of Clarita/Olney and currently lives in Ada. She is listed in the Ada phone book.) ABOVE— Kids always have fun riding in Jesse McIninch’s buggy. Anytime there’s a local event involving wagons or horses, you can bet Jesse will be there. TO THE VOTERS OF COAL COUNTY DISTRICT 2 District 2 has a commissioner who meets the requirements. EXPERIENCE: Johnny D. Ward has been your county commissioner for the past 25 years. He has a total of 33 years of experience working for District 2 as road foreman and county commissioner. DEDICATION: Johnny D. Ward has been on the job, working hard for the people of District 2. He has built and maintained 24 miles of blacktop roads and streets, built millions of dollars worth of new bridges, and installed hundreds of tinhorns to help improve rural transportation. He has purchased and maintained $1.5 million worth of road equipment. Johnny D. Ward has dedicated at least 20 bridges to veterans killed or wounded in action while serving in United States armed forces and has helped secure funding for Coal County rural fire departments and rural water systems. He has spearheaded efforts to secure funding for the present Coal County Public Library, the Coalgate Family Health Center of Southern Oklahoma, the Coal County Health Department, the Coal County Fair Barn and Expo Center, and renovation of the Big Five Community Services building. He took the lead and worked with officials with the City of Coalgate, City of Atoka and Atoka County to obtain funding for the recycling/convenience center in Coalgate and a solid waste transfer station in Atoka. He worked with others to build the 45th Infantry Park and Coalgate City Park and continues to assist with park maintenance. He spearheaded and worked with community leaders to bring Sonic Drive-In to Coalgate. He led an initiative to raise funds through local churches and citizens for the Ten Commandments monument adjacent to the county courthouse and was instrumental in the courthouse display of our national motto, “In God We Trust.” Johnny D. Ward has partnered with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma on infrastructure projects since becoming District 2 Commissioner. UNDERSTANDING: Johnny D. Ward understands the needs of the people of District 2 and Coal County. He has worked tirelessly with the state Legislature to obtain grants to improve conditions for our senior citizens, our youth, our veterans, and the entire community body. He understands the need to preserve our natural resources such as good water. He promotes economic development in our area. CITIZENSHIP: Johnny D. Ward takes an active role in his county and his community. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Association of County Commissioners of Oklahoma, National Association of County Officers, Southern Oklahoma Development Association, and Oklahoma Circuit Engineering District 4 where he currently serves as president of the Board of Directors. He is a member of the Coal County Chamber of Commerce, the Coalgate Lions Club, and Coalgate Masonic Lodge No. 211. He has served on numerous other boards and committees throughout his career. LOYALTY: Johnny D. Ward was born in Coal County and still lives in the center of District 2. He and Debbie, his wife of 39 years, have two daughters and five grandchildren. Johnny takes pride in his county and his district. He has worked hard to make improvements that are necessary for our county to progress and be a good place to raise families. REPRESENTATIVE: Johnny D. Ward accepted the office of county commissioner as a servant of the people. He has never used the office as a position for hiring or firing. He will continue to be a commissioner for ALL the people and will represent Coal County and District 2 with pride, dedication, honor and fairness to all. JOHNNY D. WARD HAS THE EXPERIENCE AND THE REQUIREMENTS! HE JUST NEEDS YOUR VOTE ON TUESDAY, JUNE 26. RE-ELECT JOHNNY D. WARD, DISTRICT 2 COAL COUNTY COMMISSIONER. Paid for by friends and supporters to re-elect Johnny D. Ward. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-6 GARAGE SALES CHURCH SALE—June 16, 8 til 3. At the United Pentecostal Church, 2347 S. Mississippi in Atoka. (1tp13) YARD SALE—Fri. & Sat. 8 til ? at the home of Mary Eddings, 904 S. Coe. Omen & kids clothing, TV, Microwave and lots of misc. (1tc13) SALE IN WARDVILLE—Fri. June 15th & Sat. June 16th Small wall curio cabinet, (2 ft. high x 20 in. wide), jewelry boxes old iron items, VHS movies, John Wayne VHS & new John Wayne DVD’s, men’s jeans (36x30 & 38x30), men’s shirts (L – XL), all kinds of old glassware, depression glass plates, McCoy wishing well, all kinds of misc. (1tp13) FOR SALE FOR SALE—Fresh eggs, $1.50 per dozen. Call 580-927-2819. (3tc14) HOUSE FOR SALE Buy Owner, brick home on 1 acre in Coleman, built in 2000. 3 bdrm., 2 bath, 1 car garage, with new storm shelter. Asking $88,000. 580-916-8571. (4tc13) ir t D l l Fi Top Soi l $0 DOWN WITH LAND on new or repo doublewides. Over 30 to choose from. Call 918-686-0584 wac. (5/18tfn) WANTED: $You don’t have to be rich$ to get our homes. A DEED is all you need! NO LAND: (? DON’T CRY! We’ll get you some! Low down payments. Wac 405-631-3200. (5/30tfn) ASSUME PAYMENTS on 4 bed, 2 bath doublewide. If interested call 918-686-0584 wac. (5/18tfn) Special Gov’t Program!! Zero Down if you own land or have family land. E-Z Qualify! We own the bank! Bad credit OK. VA and FHA financing available 1000 furniture package with new home purchase. Call for free approval 888-878-2971 or 405602-4526. (10/21tfn) ATTENTION NATIVE AMERICAN HOUSING HELP for Modular or Manufactured Homes. Zero down with land program. In Muskogee, for details call 918-686-0584 wac. (5/18tfn) FEDERAL RECOVERY for Landowners. Zero down and low payments. Easy qualifying. Well and Septic are available. Will remove or Dozer Work Gravel Hauling Jerry Lemons Home 580-428-3166 Cell 580-258-0282 Free Estimates Royal Construction Carpentry, Painting, Caports, Room Additions, Garage Conversions, Lawn Care, Tree Removal Call: Hope Dennis 580-927-0507 or 580-235-8384 Coalgate, OK ATTENTION Interested in selling your oil or gas mineral rights please call 405-203-8055 for further details [email protected] “ trade for existing homes. Call Heath @ 918-576-3696 for your approval. wac (6/6tfn) ZERO DOWN!! If you own land or have a trade in!! No Minimum credit score required. FREE statewide delivery! Call Americas #1 Homebuilder for approval! #866888-2825 wac. (3/14tfn) FOR RENT FOR RENT—1, 2, 3 & 4-bdrm houses. 927-9910 or 580-258-8856, cell. (11/24tfn) FOR RENT–– 2 bdrm apartment in country, water paid. Also for rent 3 bdrm. House by the hospital. 580258-8856 (5/10tfn) HOUSES FOR RENT—Furnished & unfurnished. All bills paid on some. 927-3133. (3/10tfn) FOR RENT –– Office spaces: one is 800 sq. ft and one is 2400 sq. ft. Also have house for rent. Call Rebecca Washburn 580-927-5332 (1/18tfn) FOR RENT—Nice 3-bdrm house on Taylor St. behind Sonic. $600 month, $300 deposit. 927-6968 or 927-6967.(5/30tfn) FOR RENT—2-bdrm, apartment in country. Water paid. Also 3-bdrm house by hospital for rent. 580-2588856. (5/30tfn) FOR RENT—4-bdrm, 2-bath house in the country, 8 miles West of Coalgate. $600 per month. 9276968. (6/6tfn) TIRED OF PAYING HIGH RENT? Try us! We have central heat and air, furnish icebox and stove. Some utilities paid. Apartments for rent in Levy and Cary Annex. Apply at the Coalgate Housing Authority office at 51 Levy Annex to pick up an application. Phone 580-9272575. (6/13tfn) WANTED RICK’S TANK TRUCK SERVICES is looking to hire qualified drivers to drive at night for the Calvin area. Yard is located south of Calvin on Hwy 75. You must carry a Class A CDL, be 21-yrs. old, and have at least one-year tank truck driving experience. $16.25 per hour. Average 60-hrs. Benefits available. Please contact Matt 580399-5608. (tfn) IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS with great benefits. Job training, 100% Tuition paid. Healthcare benefits. Monthly paycheck, Serve your Country. Stay Local. Call or text Shannon Barnes @ 405-8507685. (8tc19) WORK WANTED—Lewis Brother’s Lawn Service (Zach & Josh). Mow 5 times & get 1 free. Call us for your lawn needs. 580-927-0508 or 580-927-6311. (12tp15) FIRST CLASS PROPERTY SERVICES—Complete property maintenance: mowing, brush hogging, tree trim & removal. References available. Quality work. Reasonable Rates. (580) 320-3292 or (580) 892-3286. (2tp14) E-mail: [email protected] 918-557-5308 Customer Service Representative First Insurance an Affiliate of FirstBank, is looking for an experienced applicant to work in our Insurance Agency at the Atoka Location. Applicants with Customer Service and Insurance background are urged to apply. Excellent compensation and benefits package. Please fax your resume to Randi Sue Smith at 580-298-5566. Please respond by Friday, June 8, 2012. F I First Insurance An Affiliate of FirstBank, Inc. E.O.E. Protect your eyes with a good pair of sunglasses. Come check out our selection. E Elliott Vision Care Jeff Elliott, O.D. 1139 North Hills Centre Ada, OK (580)332-6000 WANT TO LEASE GrAziNG pASTurE Would like a 1 to 5 year lease Call - pake McEntire 918-625-5281 Contact Lindsey Gaylor for all of your Real Estate needs Maxwell Real Estate 1130 Arlington - Ada, Ok 74820 • 580-927-6120 or 580-332-6482 New Listing-3 bdrm brick on 1 acre on hwy 75. $65,000.00. •3-bdrm, 1-bath energy efficient with CH/A 507 Vincent in Ranch Specialist Cheyenne Stanley Available Immediately 580-889-7977 Atoka, Oklahoma • 400+/-acres of Prime hunting land located on the West side of the Jack Hills. 4 ponds. Creek. Small hunters cabin. Whitetails. Rio Grande Turkey. Some quail. Hogs and other predators. $1400 per acre. Price reduced to $1,250 per acre. Clarita • 710 acres - A recreational paradise. High fenced. Managed deer program since 2006. 2800 sq. ft. home. 3 bedrooms, 3.4 baths. Guest house. 3500 sq. ft. insulated shop building. 7 ponds. 3 seasonal creeks. $1.6 million. • 110 acres - Great hunting lodge. Pecan trees. Pond. Blue river frontage. Meadows. $110,000. • 200 acres - 10 acre lake. New fences. Creek. Scattered Pecan trees. Pens. Electricity. 85% open. $2,000/acre. • 480 acres - 25 acre lake. 75% open. Pens. Electricity. County road frontage. $1750/acre. SOLD MANy MoRE LISTINGS AvAILABLE. PLEASE CHECk oUR WEB SITE foR ALL LISTINGS WITH PICTURES “Handling Coalgate homes....Tom Fritz...580-258-0262” www.pattydingle.com Coalgate $65,000. Priced reduced to $59,000. •1 bdrm possibly 2, 1 bath in Stringtown $25,000 R.V. spaces for rent 1 mile N. on Hwy 75. $150 per month (Owner/Agent) Real Estate le Sa Land for 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on the corner of Covington & Hanover. Priced at $30,000. House on 20 acres. 3 bedroom, 2 bath fram home. 1/2 mile South on College road 5 miles East of Coalgae on Hwy 43. Priced at $125,000. NOW MEETING ON TUESDAY & THURSDAY EVENINGS COALGATE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH ~ Meetings Will Start at 6:30 pm ~ Meetings will be led by Tisha Wilson 580-258-8925 and Clinton Palmer 580-258-0259 with pastoral staff available for free counseling. Pastor Billy Wilson is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, and Pastors Linda Wilson and Mary Jo Johnson are licensed counselors. Tisha has over come destructive habits and long to help you do the same. We are here to help you be free from destructive habits and move into a fulfilling life. We invite anyone who feels unloved or alone to come enjoy friendship with others who are having the same problems. WE want YOU TO KNOW THAT Jesus loves you just the way you are today and wants to be your friend. Church phone: 580-92-3020 CAXCA Pastor Billy’s cell: 580-927-5588 39 acres, 3 mi. N. of Coalgate on Hwy 75. Priced at $100,000.00. 220 acres 1 mile West of Coalgate on Hwy 3. Good for hunting, cattle, with 2 large ponds and hwy frontage. Metal Building on 2 lots on Frey St. Priced at $29,000.00 For all your auction and Real Estate needs call: Haney Auction and Real Estate 203 North Mississippi • Atoka OK • 580-889-3497 Kevin Haney Auctioneer/Broker • 580-927-5029 Sales Associate: Joel Coffee • 580-927-5563 Sales Associate: Chillie Joe Bills • 580-258-0312 Honest, Hardworking & Dependable! COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-7 Emerson Fifth Grade enjoyS workshop. O. B. COMER, Lexington, OK brought his “Fun with Writing” workshop to Emerson fifth graders. Mr. Comer is the author of the Chile and Co. books: Mrs. Fables Ghost and the Kidnappers, and The Mysterious Bank Robbers. He visits Mrs. Mead’s fifth graders once a year at least a week or two before the state Mandated Writing Test. His visit is made possible through the Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Classroom Enhancement Grant that Mrs. Mead applies for every year. Front row: Thomas Jackson, Stetson Delozier. Second row: Lillie Reed, Kimberly Walton, Tvli Birdshead, Jonathon Crocker, Abby Benedict, Ally Channel, Keith Haney, Chad West, Casey Stowe, and Dennis Brown. Back row: David Napier, Bree Hughes, O. B. Comer, Chance Jameson, Odessa Deela, and Justin McBride. (1st picture). (2nd picture)—Sitting: Jeremiah English, Karli Russell, Maylin Burns, Austin Lambert, Auston Crank, Easton Thomas, and Brandee Stover. Second row: Molly Rainey, Katyn Denson, Skylar Cagle, Jett Ward, John McBride, and Brianna Martinez. Last row: Triston Marlow, Jayce Barnes, Ryan Wooley, Lakota Campbell, Madison Clancy, Ian Penney, Brandon Vandewalker, O.B. Comer, Nicholas Knighten, Laura Kersey, Tylissa Ragland, Brandon Tisdale, Abby Daffern, Dylan Grubbs, Chris Ray and Josh Strother. Coal County District Court Records Felonies Jennifer Gayle Carrell, Tupelo, OK – Violation of child custody court order. Misdemeanors Tanya Dawn Jenkins, Coalgate, OK – Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs. John Darrel Akey, OKC – Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs. Civil Creditors Recovery Corp. vs Sandra Stith, Billy Stith – Money judgment. Portfolio Recovery Association LLC vs Billy Wilson – Indebtedness. Nada B. Ayers vs unknown successors of R.B. Hutchinson s/p/a Robert B. Hutchinson, Sr., deceased, and unknown successors of D.M. Hutchinson s/p/a David M. Hutchinson, deceased, and Thyrza Forster, if living or if deceased, her unknown successors, and the State of Oklahoma ex rel Oklahoma Tax commission – Quiet title. Equable Ascent Financial LLC vs Robert Carroll, Jr. – Indebtedness. Small Claims Michelle Morrison vs Robert D. Anderson – Eviction. Coal Co. General Hospital vs Christi R. Sykes – Money judgment. Coal Co. General Hospital vs Ray Pebworth Candidate for Coal County Sheriff Has teamed up with Forest Zudell owner and operator of Tornado Shelters of Oklahoma Incorporated to build Coalgate their first community storm shelter. The shelter will accommodate up to 300 people. This shelter is to help keep the community safe and protected during severe weather. Paul and Jamie Allison – Money judgment. Coal Co. General Hospital vs Billie Jo Beal – Money judgment. Coal Co. General Hospital vs Kara Watkins – Money judgment. Divorces Sherrie Clark vs George William Clark. Randa M. Ables vs Craig R. Ables (legal separation). Craig Robin Ables vs Randa Michelle Ables. MICHAEL L. DIAL, D.D.S. Family Dentistry & Orthodontics 104 Ruth Avenue, Atoka •Crowns • Bridges • Fillings •Root Canals •Cosmetic Dentistry •Oral Surgery •Teeth Whitening •Sedation Office hours by appointment (580) 889-2505 Major credit cards accepted Coffee/Coffey - Griffin Family Reunion Includes families: Black, Epperson, Hill, Howell, Moore, Morris, Sanders/Saunders ETC. & friends June 16, 2012 ~ 10:00a.m. - 3:00pm (Please mark your calendars and help pass the word, so we can make this a great “2012” Reunion) Coalgate Community Park Building, Coalgate, OK. (Corner of Railroad & Post Streets) Bring your favorite covered dish, snack foods, soft drinks, or fast foods for our noon meal. Pleasefeel fill free to bring any old/new family pictures, family information and Please histories to share with the rest of the family. Hope to see you there! 580-279-8156 Be part of a World Class Company “From Starter Homes to High End” Hiring for April Classes Customer Service Reps Paid Training $9.50 per Hour Production Rate $10.50 per Hour Monthly incentives Be part of our Call Center team. Support Inbound Service & Sales calls for Major Telecommunications Company. Minimum Requirements: Type 20 WPM • Ability to Navigate Web • HS Diploma or GED • Proven and Consistent Work History • Excellent Sales Skills “most homes built in 90 days” Full Company Benefits • Must pass Background Check for more information and directions call (580)272-9200 3700 IRT Drive - Ada, OK 74820 (Take Kerr Lab Road to IRT Drive) eoe [email protected] ≈now serving coal county and surrounding areas∆ PAGE B-8—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 One Pharmacist’s View...by Wayne Bullard, Pharm D The Moon, the Train and Sleeping out in the yard The Great Depression of the 1930s was not kind to rural Oklahoma. In fact, long after a measure of prosperity had returned to America, one little town I happened to live in called Centrahoma had failed to get the word. The only ones that went on about their business unaffected by the bad economy were the kids. Three lingering grocery stores, a gas station and Ms. Vestal’s Post Office fought a brave but losing battle in keeping up appearances. Oh, and did I mention the railroad? The track through Centrahoma ran from Oklahoma City to Atoka. It was said to have gone broke during the first dust storm and served little purpose afterwards but to give Hobo’s and traveling Okies a free ride out of town. The little train had tried to drop passenger service but the people in the Corporation Commission said no. They did, however, allow the train to replace its passenger train (just had one) with the little motorized trolley the locals quickly renamed “The Dinky.” There was just one. It headed up in Oklahoma City and provided service to the occasional passengers to places like Ada, Stonewall, Tupelo and points east as far as Atoka. After the big war started (WWII) President Roosevelt wouldn’t let the defunct railroad line shut down, worrying that he might need it for the war effort. I’m not too sure how much time he personally spent worrying about our train service but the little line was paid to keep their steam engine and one Melinda Tuck of Coalgate shows her beautiful handcrafted dinky going. Sometimes they would just roll into town with jewelry at the Clarita flea market on Saturday. a few empty box cars and park the train — leaving it at a slow idle — hissing and spewing and making some noises that defied description. Sometimes it would return and just sit there huffing and puffing on the north side of our back yard — just waiting for some business. My brother Gerald was a great believer in fellowship and it wasn’t long before we had gotten past the warnings from the caboose: “You kids can’t come in here” to just being family. One cold winter week I remember us giving away some of Dad’s stove-wood to make points with the crew that had holed up and had to stay with the train. I don’t know how they survived in that little caboose on the rear of that old steamer. But those were good memories for Gerald and me. We had hoped for a short ride, perhaps with us driving the big steamer — just a little way up the track and then back. It never happened but my brother said, “Doesn’t hurt to ask.” I think we were the only ones in our family — maybe in Centrahoma that appreciated this little dysfunctional train. The next summer it got really hot. It was so hot that mom decided to put our beds out in the back yard. There was no fence and so our move to the cooler outdoors was very public. It worked too except my mom worried that one or more of her kids might stray and fall into the well that was right in the middle of the yard. Mom worried a lot and mostly out loud so many nights my little sister and I felt we should be sleeping in a life jacket lest we drown in the well. But there wasn’t that much sleeping going on. The train joined us every night — that and what seemed like the brightest full moon since Xerxes took over Persia. One night mom asked dad, “Cecil, what on earth are you doing?” “Trying to pull off this light,” he replied. He was dreaming and standing up in the bed trying to find a stringed light switch to the moon. The faithful train would sometimes interrupt its irregular hissing and noisily pull out in search of cargo about 3:30AM. Just in time too: Dad opened up at 4 AM. It was a strange train but then I suppose we were a little strange ourselves. Those hot and wonderful days are gone but not forgotten. There were a lot of nice families with lots of good kids to occupy our play time those dreamy long-gone days in Centrahoma — the place with an old dysfunctional steam train that didn’t have much business or anyplace to go — but neither did the sleep deprived residents of Centrahoma. Have a good weekend and don’t find yourself without a place to go this Sunday — you’re always welcome at your church. Wayne Bullard, Pharm. D [email protected] ATOKA LIVESTOCK AUCTION SALE EVERY MONDAY 11:00 NOON Weekly Market Report Monday, JUNE 11, 2012 SALE RESULTS CATTLE SOLD 913 Twelve wagons, three buggies and several horseback riders participated in the 4th Annual Don Young Memorial Wagon Train rides held June 6-10 in Clarita. Above, Ryan McIninch rides with the wagon train as it returns to downtown Clarita from a ride on Saturday. 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Includes battery charger, double-ended bit 59 99 Compact 12 volt lithium-ion battery includes charger, 4 drilling and driver accessories, bag Limite 4 rebates 5 pc Phillips or slotted screwdriver set 7 99 79 2 batteries, charger, case 99 Universal Metric or SAE Wrench Set 19 99 each J.B.’s Lumber & Ace Home Center 1407 North Country Club Road • Ada, Oklahoma (580)436-3992 Store Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. • Sat 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Sunday 12 noon to 6 p.m. Linda Rice of Clarita shows her new birdhouse made by Wilburn Wilson of Bromide. Wilburn was one of several vendors that set up display tables at the flea market held in Clarita on Saturday. Thunder But No Water By Bo Cox, Norman, OK Kevin Durant held the trophy and the camera panned over the crowd; people were openly weeping. You can’t go anywhere in the metro without seeing OKC Thunder flags or decals. It’s great. Good for the city and good for the state. Or is it? I’m as hopeless a sports fan as anyone and definitely have Thunder fever, but I have to question the seemingly unspoken but widely-held philosophy of what’s good for OKC is good for the state. Why? Maybe I just think too much, maybe I’m a rebel. Maybe I just oversimplify things. You decide. One thing’s for sure -- I’ve learned lots of my lessons in places other than institutions of higher learning. One of those less than ideal think tanks was the Oklahoma Department of Corrections where I spent 17 years of my life. In addition to coming to accept the fact that I needed to be there, I also learned a lot, saw a lot and heard a lot. One of my lessons has to do with a fella who lived by the principle of what’s good for OKC is good for all of Oklahoma; in this case, Southeastern Oklahoma, the water there and OKC lawyers. One of the original OKC lawyers was a guy named Carroll Gregg. Back in the 50s, OKC began an imminent domain lawsuit against landowners in Southeastern Oklahoma in order to condemn land for building Atoka Lake to supply water for OKC. Gregg was one of the lawyers who helped OKC obtain the land for as little money as possible. Forty years later, this same Carroll Gregg showed up in prison. He’d been all over the news; a hot-shot OKC attorney convicted of a whole laundry list of sex crimes with a minor. Call me naïve but there’s no way that happened in a void and no one knew there were improprieties. One day Gregg was sitting around the prison compound laughing about how easy it had been to fleece the old “dirt farmers” out of their land. He bragged, “A bunch of us got together in OKC and met (closed doors, anyone?) before we went down there. By the time we left, we had the land and they were still scratching their heads and blinking.” Thing was, he didn’t know he was bragging to a grandson of one of those old “dirt farmers.” Yes, me. I was shaking when I got up and walked over to him; leaning down so no one could hear, I told him, “Mister, one of those men you’re laughing about screwing over was my Grandpa.” It’s easy to get caught up in OKC fever and forget that Oklahoma does not begin and end at the crossroads of I-40 and I-35. Isn’t it time to dispel the “myth” that Oklahoma City must continue to grow? Shouldn’t their goal be directed toward quality as opposed to quantity? Wouldn’t the state be better off as a whole if OKC focused on better managing the plentiful resources that they have and allowing Southeastern Oklahoma to develop its resources? Or do we continue to let that unsustainable mindset dictate our future and the demise of SE Oklahoma while OKC continues to go to any length to “take” what is deemed necessary for OKC and its continued, unabated growth? Knowing our true history and how we got there—people like Carroll Gregg being the architects of today’s OKC water supply— will better enable the whole state to move forward without leaving such damning evidence in the wake. OHP Report Traffic Citations The following traffic citations issued by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol were filed in Coal County District Court from Tuesday, June 5 through Monday, June 11: Donald Eugene McIntyre, Shawnee, OK – Speeding. Lajuana R. Jackson, Tupelo, OK – Driving under suspension; no seat belt. Michael Allen Goodman, Coalgate, OK – No insurance. John Warren Swing, McAlester, OK – Speeding. Telena Earlisse Nero-Jackson, OKC – Speeding. Michael Wayne Mosley, Plano, TX – Operate vehicle while driver’s license suspended; speeding. Fatality Report for April 2012 Department of Public Safety officials report no increase in traffic fatalities for the month of April 2012. Fatalities were 45 in April with a total of 45 in the same month last year. Three motorcyclists and two pedestrians died in crashes during April. The highest daily fatality numbers include 11 deaths on Tuesday, dropping to nine on Sunday. There were nine deathless days in the month of April. Seven of the fatality crashes were alcohol-related, in the opinion of the investigating state, county or municipal officer. Thirty-six fatality victims were Oklahoma residents and nine were non-resident. There were 25 male victims and 20 female victims. Six of the fatality victims were age 20 or under. The leading number of fatalities by age group were 12 in the 21-30 year-olds, dropping to 10 in the 31-40 year-olds. McCurtain and Tulsa counties led the state in fatalities with a fatality count of four each, followed by Canadian and Wagoner counties with three fatalities each. The highest number of fatality crashes were on state highways with 16. There were 11 fatalities on county roads. Sixty-eight percent of those who died in traffic collisions were not wearing safety belts at the time of the crash, according to DPS statistics. Year to date fatalities through May 30, 2012 - - - 240 Year to date fatalities through May 30, 2011 - - - 286 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012— PAGE B-9 Coal County General Hospital in Cooperation with The County Commissioners and OSU Center For Rural Health Invite You To Attend A Luncheon Meeting To Discuss the The Economic Impact Study Of The Healthcare Sector For Coal County June 22, 2012 Coalgate Park Building 12:00 Noon Olney Baptist Church tion Bible Sc a c a V 2 h 1 o 0 ol 2 Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego 3 years 8th grade June 20th-23rd Wednesday - Friday 6:30 - 8:00 Saturday 10:00 -1:00 3 years 8th grade Transportation Provided 580-927-5641 • 580-927-3175 • 580-927-6325 • 580-927-6326 ciation D e r p th ay p A WEDnEsDAy, JUnE 20 104 West Ohio • Coalgate, Ok 580-927-2064 START YOUR Summer at PALACE DRUG Deli Jason’s Barber Shop will be giving 1/2 price hair cuts all day June 20th Bobby Hatton Coal County Sheriff June 26, 2012 for a “positive” change in Coal County Paid for by Bobby Hatton FREE Sno Cones for the kids 2:00 - 4:00 FREE Hot Dogs, Chips, & Drink 11:00 - 2:00 PAGE B-10—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—JUNE 13, 2012 Trae Gray Named To Prestigious Trial Lawyers’ Forums Continued from Front Page Trae Gray is a natural resources trial lawyer with a nationwide practice focusing on oil and gas, water, condemnation, environmental, and other landowner related matters. His academic credentials include a Juris Doctorate Degree and Masters in Business Administration Degree from Oklahoma City University. He also acquired a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources from Oklahoma State University, where he majored in Agricultural Economics. Now, he serves as an adjunct professor at East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. Gray serves as president of the Coal County Bar Association and as City Attorney (civil and criminal) for the City of Coalgate. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Oklahoma Bar Association, and the Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Trae’s hobbies include hog hunting, coon hunting, and farming and ranching. He is vice-president of the American Catahoula Association and works with various lobbying efforts such as the Oklahoma Rifle Association and National Rifle Association to ensure that Oklahomans can continue to enjoy the sport of hunting. 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