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Santa waves to the crowd as the Christmas Parade of Lights travels down Main Street in Coalgate. Santa’s sleigh was mounted on Eddie Brown’s beautifully decorated 1948 International fire truck. The truck won 2nd place in the large entry division. C VOLUME 128 NUMBER 40 algate COALGATE, OKLAHOMA 74538 COAL COUNTY (USPS 120140 RecoRd RegisteR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011 Left—aLL i Wa W Nt fOR cHRistMas…Even with some of her front teeth missing, Angela Martinez has a beautiful smile. Angela was chosen as a Coalgate Record-Register ‘All I Want for Christmas’ kiddo when she was spotted at the children’s Christmas party hosted by Choctaw Nation District 12. And, yes, Angela really would like to have some new front teeth for Christmas — along with some pretty presents, of course. Angela is 7 years old. She is a second grade student at Emerson Elementary. aBOVe—saNta’s HeLPeRs...Santa Claus visited Tupelo this past Saturday and thanks to Santa and his helpers, everyone had a great time. Santa’s helpers pictured are:(l to r) Doris Kahle, Elizabeth Harkins, Leona Stallcup, Nellie Hunter and Ann Hyatt. Let’s face it – not everyone is happy to sit in Santa’s lap, even though he comes bearing gifts for all the good little boys and girls. We’re sure 1-year-old Izaiah Soto is on the “good” list, cONteNt iN saNta’s aRMs — Little Khloe Knight was the picture of contentment as she slept but he still didn’t want any part of this guy! Santa was the guest in Santa’s arms at the children’s Christmas party hosted by Choctaw Nation District 12. Khloe was of honor at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas one month old when the photo was taken on December 9. party. PAGE A-2—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21 , 2011 Most folks are concerned about the economy this Christmas . . . just like they were in 1948 when inflation was a concern to most Americans. It was that year that Carolyn Fox wrote the following poem on the effect of inflation on Santa. The title of the poem was: Tarnation! Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house How the tinsel was scattered! and twigs by the thousand. The stockings were hung by the chimney with careThey were skewered with ten-penny nails, to be fair. The children, God bless them, were snug in their beds, With clothesline to anchor the ankles and heads. The Wife in her housecoat, and I clad alike, Had gone to cellar to get the new bike, When from a dark corner arose such a clatter I felt a strong urge to forget the whole matter. The wife said go over and open the door; I grabbed a stout cudgel and crept ‘cross the floor And gingerly peered through the glass to behold A wee red-suited man, turning blue with cold. Suppressing my dire thoughts of a communist trick, I flung wide the portal, admitting..... St. Nick! Poor Santa came in stamping snow from his feet And cursing cold weather and all central heat. “Your chimney’s too small for a man of my girth”--Which shows what the power of tradition is worth. I asked him to stay, as the perfect host ought, And my gimlet eyes gleamed at the parcels he brought. Upstairs in the kitchen, hot toddy in hand, Old Santa had both of us folks understand That the new station wagon he’d purchased this year To replace his eight quaint reindeer was the poorest investment he ever had chosen-It stalled by our house the engine plumb frozen. My wife asked him then if the high cost of living, Had interfered much with the job of gift-giving. “I’ll say so,” quoth he. “Why, a plain roller skate Is costing me $40.98; And the cheapest new belt, since inflation intruded, Costs $11.27, all taxes included; My labor is raising all manor of hob -In fact, this here Christmas is too big a job.” asking of Thee. “I want a wax dolly, a play set and ring and an ebony work box that shuts with a spring. Bless papa, dear Jesus, and cause him to see that Santa Claus loves us far better then he; Don’t let him get fretful and angry again at dear brother Willie and Annie. Amen.” “Please Desus, ‘et Santa Taus tum down tonight and b’ing us some presents before it is light. I want he should div’ me a nice ‘ittle s’ed with b’ite shiny ‘unners, and all painted red; A box of tandy, a book and a toy then, Desus, I’ll be a dood little boy. Amen.” Their prayers being ended, they raised up their heads and with hearts light and cheerful again sought their beds. They were soon lost in slumber both peaceful and deep and with fairies in dreamland were rooming in sleep. Eight, Nine and the little French clock had struck Ten ‘ere the father had thought of his children again. He seemed now to hear Annie’s suppressed little sighs, and to see the big tears stand in Willie’s blue eyes. “I was harsh with my darlings,” he mentally said, “and should not have sent them so early to bed. But then I was troubled—my feelings found vent, for bank stock today has gone down ten per cent. “But of course they’ve forgotten their troubles ere this. And that I denied them the thrice asked for kiss. But just to make sure I’ll steal up to their door, for I never spoke harsh to my darlings before.” So saying, he softly ascended the stairs, and arrived at the door to hear both of their prayers. His Annie’s “bless papa” draws forth the big tears. And Willie’s grave promise falls sweet on his ears. “Strange, strange, I’d forgotten,” said he with a sigh, “how I longed when a child to have Christmas draw nigh. I’ll atone for my harshness,” he inwardly said, “by answering their prayer, ere I sleep in my bed.” Then he turned to the stairs, and softly went down, threw off velvet slippers and silk dressing-gown, donned hat, coat and boots, and was out in the street. A millionaire facing the cold driving sleet. Nor stopped he until he had bought everything from a box of candy to a tiny gold ring. Indeed, he kept adding so much to his store that the various presents outnumbered a score. Then homeward he turned with his holiday load and with Aunt Mary’s aid in the nursery ‘twas stowed. Miss dolly was seated beneath a pine tree, by the side of a table spread out for to see. A work box Continued on Page A-3 YOU ARE INVITED to a Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Service SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24TH 4:00 p.m. Clarita United Methodist Church Clarita, Ok or 6:00 pm Coalgate United Methodist Church 106 N. Newell, Coalgate, Ok. We Will Celebrate The irth f Christ Sunday Morning orning December 25th 9:30 Clarita UMC 11:00 Coalgate UMC Happy Holidays from He talked a while longer, but then had to go When a wrecker from town came to give him a tow. He left a tin whistle for Joey, our son, And a watch for Matilda - I bet it won’t run; For the Wife, a new apron that makes her flesh crawl, And a tie for yours truly completed our haul. But I heard him exclaim, as he rolled out of sight, “The blazes with Christmas--Tarnation is right!” —CC— Just a few more days and Christmas Day will be here. This year there are two special articles I want to share with our readers. The first is a Christmas poem written over one hundred years ago by Sophia P. Snow. It was titled: Annie & Willie’s Christmas Prayer Twas the eve before Christmas; Goodnight had been said and Annie and Willie had crept into bed. There were tears on their pillows, and tears in their eyes, and each little bosom was heaving with sighs, for tonight their stern father’s command had been given that they should retire precisely at seven instead of at eight for they troubled him more with questions unheard of than ever before. He told them he thought this delusion a sin. No such thing as Santa Claus ever had been and he hoped, after this, he would never more hear how he scrambled down chimneys with presents each year. And this was the reason that two little heads so restlessly tossed on their soft downy beds. Eight, Nine, and the clock in the steeple tolled Ten; Not a word had been spoken by either till then; when Willie’s sad face from the blankets did peep, and whispered, “Dear Annie is ‘ou fast as’eep?” “Why no, brother Willie,” a sweet voice replied. “I have tried in vain but can’t shut my eyes. For somehow it makes me so sorry because dear papa has said there is no Santa Claus. Now we know that there is and it can’t be denied, for he came every year before mamma died. But then I am thinking that she used to pray and God would hear everything mamma would say and perhaps she asked Him to send Santa Claus here with the sack full of presents he brought every year.” “Well why tan’t we pray dest as mamma did then and ask Him to send him with presents adain.” “I’ve been thinking so too,” and without a word more, four little bare feet bounded out on the floor. Four little knees the soft carpet pressed, and two tiny hands were clasped close to each breast. “Now, Willie, you know we must firmly believe that the presents we’ve asked for we’re sure to receive. You must wait just as still, till I say the “Amen” and by that you will know that your turn has come then . . . Dear Jesus, Look down on my brother and me and grant us the favor we are Customer Service Rep Positions Available NEW Production rate...................................... $10.50 per hour NEW Training rate............................................. $9.50 per hour Monthly incentives up to ....................................$1300 month Must be customer oriented to answer inbound sales and service calls for major telecommunication company. Minium requirements type 20WPM, Ability to navigate web, Must have HS Diploma or GED, Must have proven and consistent work history, Excellent sales skills, Full company benefits. Must pass crimianal background check 3700 IRT Dr, Ada, OK (Take Kerr Lab Rd to IRT Drive) (580)272-9200 EOE Country Comments Continued from Page A-2 well filled in the center was laid and on it the ring for which Annie had prayed, a soldier in uniform stood by a sled with bright shining runners, and all painted red; There were balls, dogs and horses, books pleasing to see and birds of all colors were perched in the tree; while Santa Claus, laughing, stood up in the top, as if getting ready more presents to drop. And as the fond father the picture surveyed, he thought for his trouble he had amply been paid, and he said to himself, as he brushed off a tear, “I’m happier tonight than I’ve been for a year. “I’ve enjoyed more true pleasure than ever before. What care I if bank stock fails ten percent more; hereafter I’ll make it a rule, I believe to have Santa Claus visit us each Christmas Eve.” So thinking, he gently extinguished the light, then tripped down the stairs to retire for the night, as soon as the beams of the bright morning sun, put the darkness to flight, and the stars one by one. Four little blue eyes out of sleep open’d wide, and at the same moment the presents spied; then out of their beds they sprang with a bound and the very gifts prayed for were all of them found. They laughed and they cried in their innocent glee, and shouted for papa to come quick and see what presents old Santa Claus brought in the night, (just the things that they wanted) and left before light. “And now,” added Annie, in a voice soft and low, “you’ll believe there’s a Santa Claus, papa, I know.” While dear little Willie climbed up on his knee, determined no secret between them should be, And told in soft whispers how Annie had said, that their dear blessed mamma so long ago dead, used to kneel down and pray by the side of her chair, and that God up in heaven had answered her prayer! “Then we dot up and prayed dust as well as we tould, and Dod answered our prayers; now wasn’t He dood?” “I should say that He was if He sent you all these, and knew just what presents my children would please.” (Well, well let him think so, the dear little elf; ‘twould be cruel to tell him I did it myself.) Blind father! Who caused your proud heart to relent and the hasty word spoken so soon to repent? ‘Twas Lord Jesus who bade you steal softly upstairs, and made His agent to answer their prayers. —CC— And the last article, a special letter . . . Dear Friend: As you well know, we are getting closer to my birthday. Every year there is a celebration in my honor and I think that this year the celebration will be repeated. During this time there are many people shopping for gifts, there are many radio announcements, TV commercials, and in every part of the world everyone is talking that my birthday is getting closer and closer. It is really very nice to know, that at least once a year, some people think of me. As you know, the celebration of my birthday began many years ago. At first people seemed to understand and be thankful of all that I did for them, but in these times, no one seems to know the reason for the celebration. Family and friends get together and have a lot of fun, but they don’t know the meaning of the celebration. I remember that last year there was a great feast in my honor. The dinner table was full of delicious foods, pastries, fruits, assorted nuts and chocolates. The decorations were exquisite and there were many, many beautifully wrapped gifts. But, do you want to know something? I wasn’t invited. I was the guest of honor and they didn’t remember to send me an invitation. The party was for me, but when that great day came, I was left outside, they closed the door in my face .. And I wanted to be with them and share their table. In truth, that didn’t surprise me because in the last few years all close Their doors to me. Since I wasn’t invited, I decided to Enter the party without making any noise. I went in and stood in a corner. They were all drinking; there were some who were drunk and telling jokes and Laughing at everything. They were having a grand time. To top it all, this big fat man all dressed in red wearing a long white beard entered the room yelling Ho-Ho-Ho! He seemed drunk. He sat on the sofa and all the children ran to him, saying: “Santa Claus, Santa Claus” as if the party were in his honor! At midnight all the people began to hug each other; I extended my arms waiting for someone to hug me and do you know no-one hugged me. Suddenly they all began to share gifts. They opened them one by one with great expectation. When all had been opened, I looked to see if, maybe, there was one for me. What would you feel if on your birthday everybody. Shared gifts and you did not get one? I then understood that I was unwanted at that party and quietly left. Every year it gets worse. People only remember the gifts, the parties, to eat and drink, and nobody remembers me. I would like this Christmas that you allow me to enter into your life. I would like that you recognize the fact that more than two thousand years ago I came to this world to give my life for you, on the cross, to save you. Today, I only want that you believe this with all your heart. I want to share something with you. As many didn’t invite me to their party, I will have my own celebration, a grandiose party that no one has ever imagined, a spectacular party. I’m still making the final arrangements. Today I am sending out many invitations and there is an invitation for you. I want to know if you wish to attend and I will make a reservation for you and write your name with golden letters in my great guest book. Only those on the guest list will be invited to the party. Those who don’t answer the invite, will be left outside. Be prepared because when all is ready you will be part of my great party. See you soon. I Love you! Jesus COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011—PAGE A-3 IS STILL OPEN First and foremost I would like everyone to know that I am still open for business. I am currently in the process of finishing up my basic EMT classes and it has required me to be away from my shop a lot. I have heard that a lot of customers think I am closed so I am sending out this notice to let you know that I am still open for business. However, my schedule at the shop will be changing since I will also be working at the Coalgate Fire Department. Starting the first of December I will begin working 24hr on 48hr off so I am asking if you need any work done to your vehicle just feel free to call and schedule a time to bring it in. My cell is 580-927-6123 and shop is 580-927-2729. I do all major to minor automotive repair as well as diesel repair. I am located right behind Circle N convenient store. Sorry to have caused any inconvenience to my current customers and would like to welcome any new business. Thank you, Eric Stevenson To our State Employees and State Retirees Your Medications Can Stay With Us! Oklahoma State and Education Employees Group Insurance Board (OSEEGIB) which provides health, dental, life, and disability insurance to governmental and education employees, retirees, and dependents made an important decision on December 16, 2011. This allows you to continue to fill your maintenance medications at your Local Independent Community Pharmacy with the same copays as Medco’s Mail Order Pharmacy. You can continue getting the same great service you have come to expect and at the same time keep your prescription business local and convenient. Tom and I thank each of you for the many phone calls made on our behalf to State legislatures legislators and to OSEEGIB. We appreciate you and look forward to providing healthcare you can count on and trust. Sincerely, Joe Burns Palace Drug Store PAGE A-4—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Service Held For W.M. Baskett, Jr. Funeral services for “W.M.” Baskett, Jr., a longtime Coal County resident, were held Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Chapel in Coalgate with Bro. Bob Graham officiating. Burial was in Moore Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Brown’s Funeral Service of Coalgate. Mr. Baskett was born July 17, 1921 in Clarita, OK to William M. and Minnie Bird (Bates) Baskett and passed away December 15, 2011 at his home in Clarita at the age of 90. He attended Clarita schools and married Ettie Lou Lawrence on August 25, 1939 in Clarita, OK. W. M. was a farmer and rancher, a WWII veteran and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Ettie Lou Baskett of Clarita; children, Betty Lou Ward of Jenks, OK, Larry Baskett and wife Jean of Norman, and Ken Baskett and wife Bernice of Sapulpa; grandchildren, Lisa Hall, Brian Ward, Amy Greer, Mindy Fox, Jason Baskett and Shelly Baskett; ten great grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; six sisters and son-in-law, Burney Ward. Pallbearers were Jason Baskett, Brian Ward, Jay Hall, J. P. Fox, Cameron Greer and James Greer. Honorary bearers were Doyle Nelson, Edgar Collins, Roy Campbell, Ted Hartsfield, Bill Hefley and Charles Thompson. Funeral services for Daina Marie (Eddings) Spangler, a Shawnee resident, were held Friday, December 16, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Chapel in Coalgate with Rev. Jeff Self of officiating. Burial was in Coalgate Cemetery with Brown’s Funeral Service of Coalgate in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Spangler was born November 21, 1943 in Coalgate to John Richard and Mary (Garner) Eddings and passed away December 13, 2011 in Shawnee, OK at the age of 68. She attended Tupelo and Coalgate Schools and East Central University in Ada, graduating with a master’s degree. On November 18, 1974 she married Phillip Rodney Spangler in Ft. Sill, OK. He preceded her in death o November 19, 2007. Daina owned and operated Sunny Beaches Grocery in Shawnee, OK. Survivors include one son, John Richard Spangler of Shawnee, OK; grandchildren, Victoria Cogburn and Justin Spangler, both of Shawnee, OK; along with other relatives and dear and loved friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sisters, Joan Elaine Salmon and Martha Lou Young. Pallbearers were: Morris Eddings, Bob Eddings, Danny Young, Tony Young, Thomas Fritz and Darby Harjo. Service Held For Daina Marie Spangler It’s future, Plan Plan ahead. It’s your 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 Funeral Service 400 W. Queen Coalgate, OK 580-927-6915 or 927-2101 Brown’s Palace Drug Newsletter —Bigger Bellies: Bad for Bones? Do you recall reading that extra weight can protect your bones? If so, you probably thought, hey, great – at least it’s good for something. Well, sorry, but researchers are now making somewhat of an 180-degree turn – or, at least when it comes to “spare tires.” It looks as though extra belly weight doesn’t only increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes. It may also increase your risk of osteoporosis. That’s the condition causing fragile, porous bones in about 10 million Americans and leading to more than 1.5 million fractures each year. A Harvard study looked at 50 premenopausal women who had an average body mass index (BMI) of about 30, which is considered obese. It found that women who packed away more fat around their middles had lower bone mineral density, a set-up for fragile bones. Researchers aren’t sure why this kind of fat hurts bones. But they do know that deep belly fat releases fatty acids into the liver. It also releases other substances and hormones that are hard on the heart and pancreas. It could be that similar changes are wreaking havoc with your bones, too. Now you’ve got one more reason to let loose of those love handles. That’s especially true if you are female, 65 or older, slender, Caucasian or Asian, or you have a family history of osteoporosis. There are other osteoporosis risk factors, but ones you can mostly control: · You have low NOW MEETING ON THURSDAY EVENINGS COALGATE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH ~ Meetings Will Start at 6:30 pm ~ Meetings will be led by Tisha Wilson and pastoral staff will be 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 LPXLP Pastor Billy’s cell: 580-927-5588 estrogen. · You eat a diet low in calcium and vitamin D. lifestyle is · Your lacking in physical activity. · You smoke or drink too much alcohol. take certain · You medications, such as cortisone or chemotherapy. So how can you know if your belly is too big, and what can you do about it? Use a soft tape measure to check your waist. If you’re a woman and your waist measures 35 inches or more, it’s time to lose a little. (If you’re a man, that number is 40 inches or more.) Also use a BMI chart to help guide yourself into a healthy weight range (18.5–24.9). The good news is that belly fat is often the first fat to go. That’s because it’s more metabolically active. Other steps for banishing the big belly? For example, eat more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, which fill you up faster, combined with proteins. Eat fewer refined foods like white rice or bread, which elevate your blood sugar, often leading to a faster deposit of fat. Don’t forget the other side of the weight-loss equation: exercise. Extra crunches aren’t the answer, even though that might seem like a logical place to start. Instead, work up to 60 minutes of aerobic exercise like brisk walking, combined with regular resistance training to build calorie-burning muscles. If you have any questions please call. Have a great day and a Merry Christmas! Wildcats Come Up Short In Homecoming Game —Coalgate struggles with shooting the ball in the basket in recent losses By HERMAN BROWN Coalgate W Wildcat correspondent The Coalgate Wildcats suffered back-to-back losses in the two games played just prior to the Christmas break. CHS lost 43-31 in a road game Tuesday with the Antlers Bearcats. Then, on Thursday, Coalgate dropped a 56-53 loss to the Atoka Wampus Cats. The Coalgate setback was in the CHS homecoming game again the Wildcats’ biggest rival. Coalgate’s biggest concern at Antlers was a weak shooting performance. The Wildcats struggled from the field and even at the free throw line. “We didn’t shoot very well,” Coach Kerwin Manion said. “We missed too many bumps and easy shots. But we also failed to block out and made too many turnovers.” Antlers took an 8-4 lead in the first quarter. The Bearcats then used a 16-7 scoring edge in the second quarter to gain a 24-11 halftime advantage. Coalgate was only 1-for-11 on 2-point field goal shooting during the first half. The Wildcats played much better in the second half. They outscored the Bearcats 2019. However, effort was not enough to overtake the doubledigit lead. Antlers held on for a 43-31 victory. Lance Walker was the leading scorer for Coalgate with 13 points. Colby Lackey just missed double digits with 9 points. C.J. McClain added 7 points for the Wildcats. Dustin Ybarra rounded out the scoring list with 2 points. “You have to give credit to Antlers,” Coach Manion said. “They have a good team. We will have to do a better job on the little things as we move ahead. You won’t win games against teams like Antlers unless you shoot the ball better, block out for rebounds, and cut down on turnovers.” On Thursday, Coalgate hosted the Atoka Wampus Cats for the annual CHS Homecoming celebration. The game ended up as a 3-point loss for the Wildcats, 56-53. Atoka outscored the host squad in each of the first three quarters. The Wampus Cats led 16-14 after one quarter and 28-22 at the half. AHS then extended the lead to double digits at 42-32 at the end of third period. Coalgate fans were then delighted in the fourth quarter. The Wildcats ignited a strong comeback bid. The effort led to a chance to tie the game with 30 seconds to go. CHS swished the first attempt on a pair of free throws. That got CHS to within a point at 52-51. The second free throw shot was off the mark. However, the Wildcats rebounded and scored the goahead basket for a 53-52 lead. From there, the Wampus Cats scored the final four points to win 56-53. The scoring load for Coalgate was carried mainly by three players. Colby Lackey was tops with 16 points. C.J. McClain added 11 points. Lance Walker Continued on Page A-7 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE A-5 “The Gospel Barn” NEW DAYS 1st & 3rd Friday Nite 6:00 - 10:00 concessions 1 1/2 miles West of Coalgate, Ok on Hwy 31 (Follow Signs) Southern Gospel, Bluegrass, Traditional Country/Gospel Information Call 580-927-2829 or 927-0861 No Drugs or Alcohol Allowed Large Selection of Designer Eyewear Custom Contact Lens fitting E Elliott Vision Care Jeff Elliott, O.D. 1139 North Hills Centre Ada, OK (580)332-6000 Guardian Angel Pendants Now $48 Gem Jewelers Open Sunday 1-4 101 W. Main St. • Ada, OK 580-332-2277 Card of Thanks Words cannot express our sincere gratitude for the love shown and excellent care given to our Mother. Your many acts of kindness will never be forgotten and will be remember each day on our journey ahead. All your thoughts and prayers, food, beautiful flowers, cards and phone calls were deeply appreciated and gave us comfort. —Photo by Sherry Loudermilk cOaLGate Vs atOKa a — Senior Colby Lackey was top scorer for Coalgate with 16 points. Above, Lackey shoots another 2 points. The family of Bessie Grissom wishes to thank the following: Doctors and Nursing staff of the Coal Coalgate Hurley Hospital, Ruth Wilson Hurley Manor and Nursing staff, Dr. John Randolph Oklahoma Heart Hospital and ICU Nursing staff, E.M.S. Coal County, TenderCare Home Health, Brown’s Funeral Service, and Meals on Wheels. Also, we would like to extend our gratitude to Bro. Jeff Self, Robin and Jarrett Self and Nancy Hestand for their inspirational words and special music, the ladies of the First Baptist Church for the delicious meal and numerous friends. A special thank you goes to her Sons-In-Laws Dr. R.J. Helton and John R. Williams, and nephews Dr. Bill Sprague and Jim Sprague whom she loved very much. Daughters and families of Bessie Grissom, Marla Wellington, Marilyn Williams and Beth Helton May the joy and wonder of the holiday season be yours throughout the new year. Merry Christmas —Photo by Sherry Loudermilk cOaLGate Vs atOKa a — Junior C.J. McClain added 11 points to the scoreboard for the Wildcats. Above, McClain lays in 2 points. Commitment Runs Deep PAGE A-6—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Lehigh Estimate of Needs Coalgate HHRV Park on Hwy 75 in Phillips has 30 amp & 50 amp spaces available. Also has drop off laundry service available We accept all credit cards 927-3168 • 927-5603 • 927-6419 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY We Can Help Call for Free Consultation 1-800-658-1596 (918) 423-0421 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register Dec. 21 & 28, 2011 & Jan. 4, 2012, 3t) IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK OF COAL COUNTY, OKLAHOMA In the Matter of the Application of CHUCK HORTON for Tax Deed Under Tax Sale Certificate No. 121 NO. 121 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED STATE OF OKLAHOMA ) SS. COUNTY OF COAL ) The State of Oklahoma to: ROY C. WILLIAMS, if living or if dead, the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, assigns, or grantees of such person as may be deceased, or the owners, tenants, and persons owning or claiming any right, title, or interest of any nature or kind, in or to the real estate, lands and tenements in Coal County, Oklahoma, as hereinafter described. You and each of you are hereby notified that the undersigned is the owner and holder of a tax sale certificate, hereinafter described, issued by the County Treasurer of Coal County, Oklahoma, on and covering the following described real estate, lands and tenements in said county and state, to-wit: Lot 1 in Block 28 in the town of Phillips, Coal County, Oklahoma. Said certificate being based upon sales of said property to said County for delinquent assessments as provided by law, the respective dates of said sales, the years of assessments for which sold, the serial umber of said certificate, and subsequent payment and endorsement of the taxes thereon being as follows: Certificate Number—121; Date of Sale—October 4, 1993; Years for Which Sold—1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992; Assessment Paid & Endorsed—$41.78 and subsequent payment of taxes for years 1995 through 2010, inclusive, all as shown by the records of said County Treasurer. You, and each of you, are given further notice that on the 4th day of October 1993, in consideration of the payment of the assessments, costs and charges on the above described real estate for the years 1987 through 1992, the County Treasurer of said county, duly assigned the above described tax sale certificate, with endorsements thereon as aforesaid, together with all of the interest of said county in said real estate, unto CHUCK HORTON, all as shown by said certificate above described, and the records of said County Treasurer. That the said Chuck Horton is the owner and holder of said tax sale certificate, and the owner of said land by purchase at delinquent tax sale, as provided by law, and you and each of you are hereby notified that unless redemption is made from said sales and each of them, together with the assessments endorsed thereon, within 60 days from the date of service of this notice upon you, or the first date of publication, if service is by publication of said notice, a tax deed will be demanded and will be issued to Chuck Horton, to all of the above described property, lands and tenements, as provided by law. Dated this 15th day of December, 2011. S)Trae Gray Tray Gray, OBA #21196 Attorney for Chuck Horton The Law Offices of Trae Gray, PLLC 28 North Main Coalgate, OK 74538 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register December 21, 2011, 1t) Coal County Rural Water District #5 will have their annual meeting January 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Valley Insurance meeting room. LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate record Register December 14, 21 & 28, 2011, 3t) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COAL COUNTY, STATE OF OKLAHOMA CREDITORS RECOVERY CORP Plaintiff, v. JOHN CRUZ and JODIE CRUZ aka JODIE KIZER Defendants. Case No. CS-11-0045 PUBLICATION NOTICE THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT You will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court by the above Plaintiff, for an indebtedness on an open account. You must answer the petition filed by this Plaintiff in said court within 41 days from the first publication If you fail to answer, the said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be granted to the Plaintiff for the amount alleged in the principal amount of $1,744.80, prejudgment interest in addition to interest from the date of Judgment as specified per Okla. Stat. tit. 12 § 727, court costs and a possible attorney fee. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 7th day of December, 2011. S)Rachel Fuller Court Clerk S)Malcom P. Hammond Malcolm P. Hammond, OBA #3780 Attorney for the Plaintiff P.O. Box 702360 Tulsa, OK 74170-2360 (9a8) 296-1650 LEGAL NOTICE (Published in the Coalgate Record Register Dec. 21, 28, 2011 & Jan. 4, 2012, 3t) CV-2011-28 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: The following named persons, if living or if she or any of them be deceased, their known and unknown heirs, beneficiaries, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, legatees, successors and assigns, immediate and remote of each such deceased person, to-wit: HAZEL SMITH GREETINGS: You are hereby notified that on the 19th day of December, 2011, plaintiff, JOHNNY DUWAYNE HOLLEY, filed suit against you in the District Court of Coal County, Oklahoma, being Suit No. CV-2011-28 to quiet title to the following described property in Coal County, Oklahoma, to-wit: Lot 4 in Block 238 in the City of Lehigh, 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 2nd day of FEBRUARY, 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. Rachel Fuller, Court Clerk By:S)Michelle Lampkin Deputy YOUNGBLOOD LAW OFFICE David Youngblood Atoka, Oklahoma LPXLP Coalgate Man Charged With Assault and Battery On A Police Officer A Coalgate man was charged Monday with felony assault and battery on a police officer. The alleged assault occurred in the Coal County Sheriff’s Office after the man was involved in a vehicle crash and arrested for driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholaggravated. Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper John Ivey said he was called to the scene of an accident on Willow Street near SH 31 in Cottonwood at 2:44 p.m., December 17. A white 2009 Chevrolet pickup driven by Kevin Dale Ennis, 44, was in a ditch, Ivey said. The pickup had run off the road on the left side, struck a tree, and then crossed the road to the right before coming to rest in the ditch, Ivey said. Trooper Ivey stated that Ennis had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage, slurred, confused speech and very unstable balance. He told Ivey he did not know why he was in the vehicle or where he was going but did admit to driving. A nearly empty bottle of whiskey was found on the floorboard of the pickup. Ennis was transported to Mary Hurley Hospital “to get his injuries cleaned up,” Ivey said, and then transported to the Coal County jail. He stated that Ennis agreed to take a state test for blood alcohol content. He tested .31, Ivey said, adding that the legal limit is .08 and a reading of .15 or above constitutes aggravated DUI. Ennis was arrested for aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol and transporting an open container of alcohol. A probable cause affidavit filed by Coal County sheriff’s deputy Melvin Jackson states that he was assisting Ivey in escorting Ennis to a jail cell when the assault and battery took place. Jackson said when he took Ennis by his left arm and helped him to his feet, Ennis began to get belligerent, pulled away, and told Jackson to take his hands off him. He then turned toward Jackson and pushed him away The deputy said he told Ennis to stop and “just go into his cell,” but Ennis slapped him and pushed him away a second time. Jackson said he performed a tactical “take down” and handcuffed Ennis. Coal County EMS was called to the sheriff’s office to check Ennis because some injuries he sustained in the vehicle accident had broken open, Jackson stated. He was then placed in a jail cell. Wildcats Come Up Short In Homecoming Game GREG PETERS COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE A-7 Home (580) 927-3938 Cell (580-927-5349 —Coalgate struggles with shooting the ball in the basket in recent losses Continued from Page A-5 was also in double figures with 10 points. Dustin Ybarra was fourth with 8 points. “Atoka was able to come back and beat us by three,” said Coach Manion. “We all wanted to win that game. But I am so proud of how my kids came back after a slow start in the first half. They showed a lot of guts and a lot of heart to fight all the way to the end. We gave ourselves a chance to win. That’s all you can ask of your kids.” --- Antlers 43, Coalgate 31 Coalgate - 4 - 7 - 6 - 14 - (31) Antlers - 8 - 16 - 6 - 13 - (43) Coalgate scoring: Lance Walker 13, Colby Lackey 9, C.J. McClain 7, and Dustin Ybarra 2. --Atoka 56, Coalgate 53 Atoka -16-12-14-14 (56) Coalgate -14-8-10-21 – (53) Coalgate scoring: Colby Lackey 16, C.J. McClain 11, Lance Walker 10, Dustin Ybarra 8, Brandon Jim 4, Mason Jim 2, and Jaydin Riley 2. For All Your Carpentry Needs 30 Years Experience Roofing, Remodeling, Framing, etc. Centrahoma Whistle Stop Cafe Open Mon Thurs. 6:00 - 2:00 ~ Fri. 6:00 - 8:00 Sat. 8:00 - 2:00 ~ Sun. 9:00 - 2:00 Whistle Stops Fresh Green Tomatoes Coming Soon Now taking orders for Thanksgiving Dinners AUTO HOME Horns Celebrated 69th Anniversary —Photo by Sherry Loudermilk cOaLGate Vs atOKa a — Coalgate senior Dustin Ybarra goes up for 2 points against Atoka. Ybarra had a game total of 8 points. Coalgate Man Charged With Child Sex Crimes Charges were filed last week against a Coalgate man accused of committing sex crimes against a child. Donal Megerkurth, 41, is facing child sexual exploitation and soliciting a minor for indecent exposure/ obscene material. An investigation into accusations against Megerkurth was launched in July 2011 when the victim’s mother contacted the Coalgate Police Department, court records show. The case was subsequently turned over to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes Against Children Unit. Information filed by the district attorney’s office states that Megerkurth persuaded the girl “to engage in lewd, obscene, and pornographic photography/filming…” and induced her to participate in “the viewing, publishing and distributing of obscene material” over a period of about five months. The penalty for child sexual exploitation varies from one year in the county jail and a fine of $500 to $5,0000 to life imprisonment in the state penitentiary. Soliciting a minor for indecent exposure/obscene material carries a penalty of 10 to 30 years in the state penitentiary and/or a fine of $500 to $20,000. Megerkurth was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Atoka County on a warrant carrying $200,000 bond. He was scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday afternoon. James “Bud” and Delsia Horn, long time residents of Lehigh, celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary on November 19, 2011. They were surprised with an anniversary party with all kinds of good, home cooked dishes, lots of laughs, pictures and story telling. The couple enjoyed the celebration with their son Thomas Horn and wife Gail, daughter-in-law Teresa Horn and great granddaughter Trista, son Bobby Horn and wife Tonya and great grandson Nathan Wrana, grandson Chris Horn and wife Dottie, son Alfred Horn and Jan Moon and grandson AJ, granddaughter Rachel Fuller and Ricky Nix, and great grandchildren Dillon, Makayla, Holly, Jordana, Leah and Abigail Fuller, granddaughter Mary and great granddaughter Brooklyn, son Keith Horn and wife Jessie, granddaughter Mandy Crites and husband Carl and great granddaughter Marley Jo and great grandson Jagger, grandson James and wife Tara with great granddaughter Amory and great grandson Mason, healthcare provider Amy Watson and husband Jason and friend Jerry Powell. Everyone left with pleasant memories. LIFE BUSINESS “From Starter Homes to High End” New Dollar General Coming To Coalgate The Coalgate City Council on Monday night granted a variance for 30 parking spaces and a building permit for the construction of a new Dollar General store at 608 S. Broadway. The building site is on the east side of Broadway. Construction of the new store is expected to begin shortly after the first of the year, said City Manager Roger Cosper. Dollar General in Coalgate is presently located at Ohio and Byrd Streets. (Editor’s note: Caught by the deadline. Other items on the December 19 City Council agenda will be published next week.) “most homes built in 90 days” ≈now serving coal county and surrounding areas∆ PAGE A-8 —COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 REWARD OFFERED For the return oF a 16 guage, J-Stevens, with a bird on left receiver, double barrel, side, 2 trigger shot gun. RETURN and no questions asked. Call 704-657-5969 C ommerce F inance $ It doesn't matter $ if you owe others $ Call Collect for Phone Applications 580-436-4123 $ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Dr. Donald Dingle, D.C. Treating Auto accident victims and other dull matters. Cold Sores, Fever Blisters, Herpes Simplex Type 1 Infection, Try Puritans Pride-Super Lysine + usually 2 days max Call me: 580-889-3338 Storm Shelters All Concrete 10 yr. Manufactured Warranty on leakage Installed Jerry English 580-927-5493 General Backhoe Work ~ Dozer Work ~ Septic Systems 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 ATOKA LIVESTOCK AUCTION SALE EVERY MONDAY 11:00 NOON Weekly Market Report Monday, December 19, 2011 SALE RESULTS CATTLE SOLD 764 STEERS 200 - 300 lb .......$1.70 - $197.5 300 - 400 lb....... $1.61 - $1.89 400 - 500 lb....... $1.49 - $1.74 500 - 600 lb....... $1.42 - $1.57.5 600 700 lb........$1.39 - $1.46 HEIFERS 200 - 300 lb .......$1.50 $1.83 300 - 400 lb....... $1.34 - $1.64 400 - 500 lb....... $1.30 - $1.62 500 - 600 lb....... $1.22 - $1.45 600 - 700 lb........$1.16 - $1.40 PAIRS 675-1150 • STOCKER COWS 700-1050 • PACKER COWS .75¢-.82¢ • LOW DRESSING .50¢ - .74¢ • PACKER BULLS .75¢-.82¢ BULL NONE • BABY CALVES 152-225O& OPERATORS WE WILL BE CLOSED THE NEXT 2 WEEKS FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS Our first sale of 2012 will be January 9th. MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF OUR CUSTOMERS Phil & Paula Hatridge Owners & Operators Phil & Paula Hatridge Mob. 918-424-1754 ~ Office 580-889-3264 PO Box 1103 - Atoka, Ok 74525 Coal County District Court Records Felonies Donal Megerkurth – Child sexual abuse; solicit minor for indecent exposure/ obscene material. Kevin Dale Ennis – Assault and battery upon a police officer. Shawn McDaniel Ward – Possession of controlled dangerous substance. Misdemeanors Geneva Spencer – Obtaining cash and/or merchandise by bogus check. Amanda Bivins – Obtaining cash and/or merchandise by bogus check/false pretenses. Shawn McDaniel Ward – Possession of controlled dangerous substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Kevin Dale Ennis – Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol/ sir Berry and Paige Delsigne aggravated. Deberah Counterman – Possession of controlled dangerous substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Joni J. Boyd – Petty larceny. Civil Bank of America, NA, successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP vs Patricia Ann Mayer; Edward F Mayer, Sr.; John Doe, occupant; Household Finance Corp. III; HBC Bank Nevada, NA; and Citibank (South Dakota), NA – Foreclosure. Unifund CCR Partners vs Julie Davis – Indebtedness. Johnny Duwayne Holley vs Heirs, etc. of Hazel Smith, deceased – Quiet title. Small Claims Paw Paw and Paige Delsigne C&C Hardware vs Doylene Nelson – Money judgment. Lloyd Holman vs Joann Wren – Eviction. C&C Hardware vs Thomas Chance Wilson – Money judgment. FirstBank vs Destini Ayres Paige Elizabeth Delsigne, the daughter of David and Pamela – Money judgment. Delsigne of Macomb, has received membership into The Knights Roland Powell, Jerry of the Guild, a national honor society offered at Bethel Public Wayne Powell vs Anita Schools, located west of Shawnee in Bethel Acres. Yarbrough – Eviction. The educational organization, open to all grades, talks to students throughout the U. S. Their curriculum and book, The Code, used in the classroom everyday, teaches important life skills, self esteem concepts, and skills to help achieve goals set. To belong to the Guild is to learn “The Code” and to be someone who can always be counted on the help and serve others. Different qualities of conduct are studied and students that excel in these qualities and do their best are selected and honored with knighthood and “The Life Code of Chivalry Award.” This medal was designed by the makers of the Olympic Medallions and Traffic Citations has been sanctioned by the U. S. Senate and Congress as one of the The following traffic highest awards a young person can receive in America. citations were issued by the Earlier this year new members were knighted in a dubbing cerCoalgate Police Department emony given by Sir Berry (pictured in photo #1 with Paige). from Monday, December 12 At Paige’s dubbing a proclamation composed by her teachers through Sunday, December was read: 19: This student chosen for the sense of “Justice” is a very good Raymond Ernest student. She is highly intelligent and talented as well. Burns, Lehigh, OK – Even with all of these special gifts, she does not put herself DUI; transporting open above others in the way she acts. container of beer; driving Another teacher comments that she is always polite and never under suspension 2nd and rude to those with whom she comes in contact. subsequent. Because you have impressed those around you with your capacSean Taylor Dority, ity for Justice, you deserve to be honored as a member of the . . . Coalgate, OK – Public Bethel Knight Vison . . . Lady Paige Delsigne. intoxication. Paige is a 7th grader at Bethel Middle School. She is a memEthan Thomas Bozeman, ber of The Middle School Student Council, Middle School ConAda, OK – Illegal cert Band, The Bethel Basketball Team and the School Recycling fireworks. Team. She also enjoys snow skiing, golf and playing the piano. Cheyenne M. Jones, Paige has two older sisters, Laura and Claire and one older brothCoalgate, OK – Speeding. er, Alex, also all former inductees and members of the Guild. Nestor Olmo Aquirre, Paige’s grandparents are Ron and Evelyn Winter of Tushka and Springdale, AR – Speeding. Dwight and Carolyn Delsigne of Coalgate. Christopher Taylor Goff, Paige is pictured in 2nd photo with Paw-Paw Delsigne the day of Stigler, OK – Taxes due the ceremony. state; no insurance. Paige Elizabeth Delsigne Receives Membership Into The Knights of the Guild National Honor Society Coalgate Police Report Lady Wildcats Split Final Games of 2011 —Coalgate girls win on road at Antlers, lose to Atoka in CHS homecoming By HERMAN BROWN Coalgate Wildcat correspondent The Coalgate Lady Wildcats split their final two games of 2011. The CHS girls won 4540 on the road at Antlers on Tuesday. However, the Lady Wildcats then suffered a loss to the visiting Atoka Lady Wampus Cats on Thursday. The 66-50 setback came in Coalgate’s annual homecoming game. On Tuesday, Coach Jim Jenson watched his Lady Wildcats stage a successful fourth-quarter rally at Antlers. Coalgate had led 1812 at halftime. But then Antlers exploded for 19 points in the third quarter to grab a 31-27 advantage. CHS stormed back with 18 points in the fourth quarter while limiting Antlers to nine points. That surge pushed Coalgate to a 45-40 victory over the Lady Bearcats. A pair of Coalgate players finished in double figures in scoring. Cherokee Acker dropped in a team-high 16 points. Jade Ward was close behind with 15 points. “We played really well,” said Coach Jenson. “We didn’t shoot all that well, but we didn’t turn the ball over as much. We finished strong in the fourth quarter and hit the free throws when we needed them.” Coalgate dropped in eight of 14 foul shots down the stretch. Coach Jenson added praise for the excellent play of Cherokee Acker and Jade Ward for their scoring, and also for Cen`e Fixico for her 15 rebounds. The victory extended —Photo by Sherry Loudermilk Coalgate’s win streak to three cOaLGate Vs atOKa a — Coalgate senior Jade Ward eyes consecutive games. up the goal for a free throw. Ward finished the game with 13 On Thursday, the Lady Wildcats points. were hoping to extend the streak to four straight. However, the Atoka Lady Wampus Cats scored a 66-50 victory to spoil the CHS homecoming and snap the win streak. The CHS girls led 14-11 after the first quarter. However, Atoka seized control over the second and third quarters. The Lady Wampus Cats outscored the host team 18-9 in the second period and 26-9 in a wild third quarter. The combined effort extended the Atoka lead to 5532 going into the final period. Coalgate came back to outscore AHS 18-11 down the stretch. That rounded out the final score to 66-50 in Atoka’s favor. The scoring parade for CHS included eight girls, but only two in double figures. Jade Ward finished with 13 points while Cherokee Acker managed 12. Tandra Elkins just missed double digits with a 9-point performance. Cen`e Fixico led the remaining scorers with 6 points. Continued on Page A-10 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE A-9 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Prices Boot Shop in Coalgate 25 N. Main - Coalgate - 927-3536 Mon.-Wed & Fri ~ 1 pm to 5 pm in stock Boots - Belts Buckles Dog Collars Name Tags, Etc. 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But it was too deep a hole to overcome.” --Coalgate 45, Antlers 40 Coalgate - 8 – 10 – 9 – 18 – (45) Antlers – 8 – 4 – 19 – 9 – (40) Atoka – 11-18-26-11 – (66) Coalgate – 14- 9- 9- 18 – (50) Coalgate scoring: Cherokee Acker 16, Jade Ward 15, Cen`e Fixico 7, Tandra Elkins 4, and Luci Palmer 3. --Atoka 66, Coalgate 50 Coalgate scoring: Jade Ward 13, Cherokee Acker 12, Tandra Elkins 9, Cen`e Fixico 6, Luci Palmer 3, Whitney Williams 3, Landon Garcia 2, and Morgan Sandman 2. OHP Report Did You Know? By Trooper John Ivey Did you know that the Coal and Atoka County commissioners have passed resolutions that all county roads are 45 mph unless otherwise posted? The county road speed limit signs are posted on the highways when you enter the county. Did you know that you can still receive a citation for speed if the road is unsafe or will not allow a vehicle to travel at 45 mph? Example: It has rained for several hours and the road is holding water and slick. You lose control of your vehicle and hit a tree because of the road conditions. Even though you were driving the speed limit, you were driving too fast for the conditions that the road would allow. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol wants you to be safe this New Year’s Eve and will have extra patrols out not only on the highways but the county roads as well. Have a safe and happy holiday season. Traffic Citations The following citations issued by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol were filed in Coal County District Court from Monday, December 12 through Thursday, December 15: Jeremy Lee Cook, Ft. Smith, AR – Overwidth vehicle. Damon Clay Keyes, Pocola, OK – Violation of special permit other than weight. Joshua Paul Leininger, Ada, OK – Violate license restriction. Rachel Ann Patterson, Coalgate, OK – Operate vehicle at speed greater than reasonable. Gerardo Castillo-Calvillo, Idabel, OK – Speeding. Samuel Garrett Wayne Blevins, OKC – Speeding. Elizabeth Ann Cloud, OKC – Speeding. 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Kiamichi Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex/gender, age, religion, disability, or veteran status in admission to its programs, services, employment practices, treatment of individuals, or any aspect of its operations. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE A-11 Genealogical Society Holds Monthly Meeting The Coal County Genealogical Society’s Christmas annual monthly meeting was held on Monday, December 12, 2011 in the Brandin’ Iron Café. Members in attendance were: Berniece Crane, Bill Avanzini, Lorene Caruthers, Larry and Nancy Bowerman, Julia Hampton, Dellora Miles, Sandra Dacus, Ruth Moore and Randal and Angie Long. (Angie is our Webmaster and she does a lot for society). Thanks, Angie and Randal! The researchers have kept busy with mail inquiries and visitors. Elsie has completed several family research projects. She keeps busy! The society has acquired Stan Paregien’s Journal; A Digital Book of Memories, Paregien Enterprises, Edmond, OK and Paregien Family History, 1816-2006. The society still has copies of the reprinted Volume I and the new Volume II Coal County History Books. They would make great Christmas gifts and contain lots of information on Coal County families, businesses, churches, towns and lots more. They are very interesting and make a nice matched set. We still have a few copies of the Charley Walker story left. A slate of officers was presented and elected for 2012. Our Vice President, Bill Avanzini, presided over meeting as President Verdell was having surgery on his eye. We wish him a speedy recovery! Coal County Genealogical The Genealogical Society Society meets the second Monday of P.O. Box 436 each month at 10:30 in the Coal Coalgate, OK 74538 County Public Library. MemPhone: 480-927-1185 bers and visitors welcome. We E-mail: ccgs101@yahoo. would enjoy having some new com members! Website: coalcounty.org Lindsey Nicole Davidson of Tupelo and Jacob Lee Hamilton of Coleman would like to announce their upcoming marriage. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Howard and Sharon Davidson of Coalgate, OK. She is a graduate of Tupelo High School and is currently attending Southeastern Oklahoma State University where she is working toward a bachelor’s degree. The groom is the son of Mark and Lori Hamilton of Coleman, OK. He is a graduate of Coleman High School and graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University with a bachelor’s degree. Jacob is a high school coach and teacher at Tupelo Public School. The couple will be united in marriage on December 31, 2011. The ceremony will take place at the First United Methodist Church in Coalgate, OK at 4:00 p.m. A reception will immediately follow the wedding. All family and friends of the bride and groom are welcome. FREE LOCAL DELIVERY 8 lb Bag Ice .99¢ 1 coupon per customer “I’m a happy girl. I get to sit on Santa’s lap!” –Kaidence Denton, 3. 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 Breaking bread…making friends A Free Hot Meal will provided in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist church of Coalgate every Thursday night at 6:30 for anyone who needs a hot meal or is just tired of eating alone every night. Join us as we sit down together, eat, laugh and build friendships. No dress code or age limits…just God’s people breaking bread and making friends Sponsored by the Coalgate Ministerial Alliance PAGE A-12—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Tigers Impressive In Loss To Caddo —Tupelo coach praises his players for hard work in recent basketball setback The Tupelo Tigers came out Thursday evening. 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Caddo was good enough to pull away a little at the end.” Tupelo managed an 11-9 lead in the first quarter. Caddo then rallied to a tight 23-22 halftime edge. The Bruins also narrowly outscored Tupelo, 17-15, in the third period. That provided them a 40-37 lead going into the fourth quarter. Caddo then outscored the Tigers 16-10 down the stretch. That turned the 3-point lead into a 9-point win at 56-47. Matt Benedict powered the unsuccessful upset bid with a rock-solid 17 point scoring performance. Tanner Davis also scored in double figures with 12 points. The rest of the scoring included Brandon Chamberlain with 8 points, Zac Lewis with 4, and Chat Henry, H.D. Bullard and Corey McCollum with 2 points each. “It’s a loss, but our team defense and rebounding was probably our best effort for four full quarters of basketball,” Coach Weller said. “Caddo is really big and really athletic. We did a really good job of battling with them and playing hard. Our rebounding was a key to us staying in the game. But in the fourth quarter they wore us down. We ran out of gas with three or four minutes to go. And credit Caddo for hitting some big shots to pull away a little.” The Tigers are now enjoying their Christmas and New Year’s Day holiday. They’ll have some practice time and scrimmage work over the next couple of weeks. “We want to build on what we have been doing,” Coach Weller said. “We’ll be working on things and continue to see if we can get better.” --Caddo 56, Tupelo 47 Caddo - 9 - 14 - 17 - 16 – (56) Tupelo - 11 - 11 - 15 - 10 – (47) Tupelo scoring: Matt Benedict 17, Tanner Davis 12, Brandon Chamberlain 8, Zac Lewis 4, Chat Henry 2, H.D. Bullard 2, and Corey McCollum 2. Coal County Sheriff Report The following traffic citations issued by the Coal County Sheriff’s Office were filed in Coal County District Court from Monday, December 12 through Thursday, December 15: Sean Taylor Dority, Coalgate, OK – Speeding. Brian Dale Chapman, Wilson, OK – Speeding. John Gregory Burk, Shawnee, OK – Speeding. Faryl Martin Ohler, Kingfisher, OK – Speeding. Billain G. Tate, OKC – Speeding. Charles Dwayne Mathews, Lexington, OK – Speeding. Bruce Allen Pritchard, Weatherford, TX – Failure to stop at stop sign; driving under suspension. Charles Richard Brown, Lexington, OK – Speeding. Heather Hopson-Hilburn, Hugo, OK – Speeding. Robin Keith Koch, Ada, OK – Speeding. Albert Bruce Stearman, Eufaula, OK – No insurance. Daniel Leon Griffin, Stuart, OK – Expired tag. The Bed & Breakfast 120 W. Queen, Coalgate, Ok. Reservation 580-927-1020 Beauty Shop with equipment for Lease at Bed & Breakfast COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE A-13 Lady Tigers Fall 47-36 To Visiting Caddo Squad —Tupelo girls suffer latest loss due to poor shooting performance By HERMAN BROWN Tupelo correspondent The Tupelo Lady Tigers ended the pre-Christmas schedule with a 47-36 loss to the Caddo Lady Bruins. The setback came last Thursday evening at Tupelo High School. Tupelo head coach Missy Rogers had hoped her THS girls would bounce into the holiday with a win over the talented Caddo Lady Bruins. However, a case of poor shooting by Tupelo doomed any chances of a victory. “Our scoring hurt us,” said Coach Rogers. “We were just 2 of 10 in the first quarter and 0 of 6 in the second. You can’t expect to win doing that. But we still had our chances … and we are playing good defense most of the time. We just couldn’t connect on our shots.” The visiting Lady Bruins led 6-4 after a low-scoring first quarter. Tupelo’s scoring touch was even worse in the second quarter as the Lady Tigers were outscored 9-1 during the span. That left the host squad trailing 15-5 at intermission. Tupelo did a much better Sanders 10, Kaley Sanders 5, Kelsie Warner 4, Chamberlain 2, and Haley job of scoring in the second 10, Tamara Thompson Kate McCoy 3, Kurston Fowler 2. half. The Lady Tigers managed 13 points in the third stanza. However, the visitors answered with 15 points to take a 30-18 advantage into the final period. The Lady Tigers finished with 18 points in the fourth quarter. That was one more point than the visitors managed. The result was the 47-36 final, which went in Caddo’s favor. Tupelo had two players reach double figures in scoring. Brittany Sanders and Kaley Sanders each dropped in 10 points. Five other Lady Tigers scored in the game, but nobody with more than five points. “We are going to work on our offense,” said Coach Rogers said. “Our defense has been doing a pretty good job. We’ll need to keep playing defense and get better on offense.” --Caddo 47, Tupelo 36 Caddo - 6 - 9 - 15 - 17 (47) Tupelo - 4 - 1 - 13 - 18 (36) Tupelo scoring: Brittany Ma n a g e r Sp e EVENT! Today Through Friday, December 23rd Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2004 CHEVY TAHOE 2005 HONDA ELEMENT Local Trade, 3rd Row Seat. 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Open to 8 pm Christmas week Christmas Eve until 4 p.m. Diamond Bridal Sets 20% to 50% Off Atoka 701 S. Mississippi (580) 889-7357 Antlers 100 N. High St. (580) 298-3368 Coalgate Steaks cut to order Makes a Great Christmas Gift! Freezer Packs 54 $ 2 5 $ starting at 95 10 Lb Bags Fresh, Never Frozen! Chicken Quarters - Breast - Whole The Diamond Shop Hugo 714 S. Broadway 1501 E. Jackson St. (580) 927-3555 (580) 326-4958 Shop ADA 100 E Main St - Ada, OK • (580) 332-0457 Full Service Meat Market Custom Smoked Meats for your Holiday Turkeys, Ham, Brisket, Pork Loin, Ribs, Market made Hot Links Milk 2 7 $ gallons 7 UP and RC Cola Hamburger Patties made to order! 2 7 $ 59 2 $ Square 12 pk cans Frick’s Supertrim Ham - 1/4 Lb - 1/3 Lb - 1/2 Lb Lb Abbott’s Grocery 8 am to 6 pm Mon -Sat Downtown Stonewall (580)265-9232 We accept Access Oklahoma and WIC COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-1 MerryChristmas McNutt Auto Service Auto & Quick Lube Scotty, Gina, taylor & Madelyne McNutt & Staff May the simple joys of the season be yours. HURLEY MANOR residents and their families and friends always enjoy the music programs that Tom Owen presents at the residents’ Christmas parties. Of course, Tom never fails to get a ‘volunteer’ group together to play one of his favorite instruments — the harmonica. Some ‘volunteers’ are happier than others to play a harmonica for the first time in front a large audience — but most manage a smile from time to time. And so far, everyone has survived the experience. This year’s group, directed, of course, by the master himself, included Jaclyn Shirley, Gerry Watkins and Helen Allen, from left. It didn’t take Helen long to get caught up in the moment! Tupelo Kountry Store May Peace be your gift at Christmas Christmases Past The Year Was 1961 Dear Santa, We’ve both been good boys, especially right here before Christmas time. We live on Highway 75, northwest of Coalgate. We’ll leave the porch light and Christmas tree lights on so you’ll be sure to find us. We both want red tractors. I, Andy, am four years old and need a tool set including hammer, nails and wire. I have to help daddy build some fence. I could use some stockings and a rifle. I, James, want a train and hammer and rifle. I’ll be three years old the 15, so if I get any of these gifts for my birthday, I cancel that part of my list. Buster and Blondie would like a sack of dog food and a buttered biscuit. These two dogs can share with our three kittens. Remember all the poor little boys and girls that have been good. Love and kisses, Andrew and James Inman P.S. Drive carefully and watch out for the low flying planes. Dear Santa, I have been good and kind. I want a tractor, football, cowboy guns, socks and puppet. Bring something for James, Andy and Mark. Love, Tom Inman. I am 6 years old and in the first grade. poodle dog. Your friend, Marcia Harter Love Mark Inman’ P.S. Thanks you for the gifts last year. Dear Santa: I want that shotDear Santa: I want a gun and gun I saw in the 10¢ store. Please Santa, you are my friend a bike and a baby doll. My sisand I like you. Bobby Ander- ter has a baby doll. Santa I cleaned out our chimson ney so you won’t get hurt comDear Santa: I want a doctor’s ing down. I want you to bring Continued on Page B-2 kit and a scooter. I want a jet that whines like a fighter and leaves trail of smoke. Ricky May Dear Santa: I want a monkey for Christmas. You are a wonderful man. I like you and your helpers. Shirley wants baby doll for Christmas. Charles wants a big bus. Merry Christmas. Your friend, Charlote Canida From others in Coal County Dear Santa Claus, How are you doing these days? How is Mrs. Santa Claus? We Inman’s are doing fine and our dogs Buster and Blondie. I want an astronaut watch and two rolls of film for my camera. Please bring the other boys and girls and especially my brothers gifts. I will have something good to eat for you. Merry Christmas Robert, Sharon , Rusty & Everett Pickens May hearts be light and spirits high as we again welcome this great holiday. Brown’s Funeral Service 400 Queen Ave. Coalgate, OK 74538 580-927-2101 Merry Christmas Dear Santa, Please bring e the doll whose hair you can turn it’s hair page boy, pony tail, bob. Please bring me the car that has a real motor. Please bring me a brown mink collar to put on my sweaters. Please bring me the kitchen set. Please bring me the doll with many clothes. I have been a good girl. Love, Sally Jean Pasquali Dear Santa Claus Stormy wants some dog food and a black velvet leash a bed that has his name and a red coat and 4 boots that are white with red ribbons, a gold dish to eat out of. The reason I said 4 boots, Stormy is a DOG. I have been a good dog. Love, Stormy Weathers Pasquali. From Tupelo— Dear Santa: I want a piano. I want a doll buggy. I want a Wishing you many magical moments this Christmas Season. Coalgate Public Schools Students, Staff & Board of Education PAGE B-2—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Coal County Election Board Offfice Vicky Salmon & Amber Fanning Merry Christmas to all our military men & women serving our country, our families, friends and neighbors. Merry Christmas Rick’s Auto & Wrecker Service 24 Hour Wrecker Service Service Is Our Business 580-845-2626 OR 580-421-5222 (CELL) P.O. Box 141 - Tupelo, Ok. 74572 Christmases Past - 1961 Continued from Page B-1 my Mom a apron and broom. I wove you very much. Sank U very much Sam Calaway, The Cowboy P.S. C U Christmas. My other cowboy partners are sending there’s with myin. By By. Dear Santa: I’m sorry that my brother messed up like he did, so hear is what he wants. A truck, a trickle, and a teddy and a purse with makeup. He will leave you some milk and cookies for you. Thank you (My brother) Floyd Griffin Dear Santa Claus, I am 8 years old I would like a doll for Christmas. Santa I don’t know what to start with so I will write what it said in the candlog. Dolls comfy carry all for 2-year-old Dakota Bozeman wasn’t too sure about this strangecrib carriage combines mattress looking man with a long white beard. Dakota visited with Santa at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. cover pillow diaper bag in one pretty pick unit soap wash clost bottle clothes pins. I have three things I want for Christmas I will write what it said 22 pc. Set refrigerator food set Refrigerator play food set tinest homemakers need a well stocked refrigerator set contanes meat, cheese vegetables, eggs butter and fruit realistic in size shape. Just like I did on the other one I want woven wood fiber plastic hamper with colorful plastic tea service for two. Patricia Rush MERRY Christmas Jett and Jase Burris try out the new tricycle that Jase won at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. Jase decided he wanted his big brother to be the driver. May this Christmas and those to come be increasingly enjoyable to you and yours. We hope we may have the pleasure of serving you in all the years ahead. From All Of Us At Palace Drug Ohio Street • Coalgate, Ok • 580-927-2064 Danielle Pogue has a big smile as she sits on Santa’s lap at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-3 Merry Christmas From house to house we wish all of you every joy this season. Trae Gray & Staff Country Charm Inn, Brandin Iron Merry Christmas By Jacki Washington The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 242 attended the Hurley Manor residents’ Christmas party on December 16. Prior to the party, the Auxiliary ladies and Poppy Princesses passed out gift bags to the veterans. Jesse Mowdy, Raymond Cole, Elzie Payne and Woody Phillips were happy to receive their gifts from the Auxiliary. The junior members made cards for the veterans. Everyone enjoyed visiting with the residents and the visit by Santa Clause. Shown above (front) – Jordyn Washington, Elzie Payne, Alexis Taylor; (back) – Cindy Taylor, Helen Allen. Behind the camera – Jacki Washington. Christmases Past - 1951 Gage Rice was a little shy – but very happy – when he got the chance to talk with Santa before the Christmas parade. And, Santa, don’t forget that Gage wants a pair of Spider Man cowboy boots for Christmas. GLEE CLUB PERFORMS The Coalgate high school glee club, under the direction of Mrs. J.A. Jackson, made its second performance of the year Wednesday at the meeting of the Fortnightly club. Mrs. Arvard Hudson was host to the annual Christmas party. The glee club sang several Christmas carols; among them were: Jingle Bells, It Came Upon A Midnight Clear, and Come All Ye Faithful. The next performance of the glee club will be next Wednesday at Zone meeting at the Methodist church. DAME GOSSIP What’s this we hear about Joy Ennis and Cleo Barnes checking up on multiplication tables as a punishment for giving W.R. Wells a glance while in Mr. Jacobsen’s class? CHS The seniors were defeated by their opponents, the sophomores. You played a good game boys. CHS SPIRITS UP—The seniors spirits were up considerably with their triumph over the freshman team. Continued on Page B-4 We’re hopeful that all our friends will enjoy Christmas as never before. We appreciate your patronage & support through the year. Ronnie, Rebecca & Trudy Washburn We wish to one and all a most joy-filled holiday Merry Christmas District Attorney’s Office Emily Redman, D.A. Merry Christmas May you have the gift of faith, the blessing of hope and the peace of His love at Christmas and always Coal County Commissioner District #2 Johnny D. Ward Debbie, Karen, Jamie, Katherine, Travis, Trevin, Miguel, Lillyan & Maverick District 2 Road Employees Rebecca Washburn with her grandchildren “trainees” as she gathers parade entry forms during the Christmas parade lineup. Rebecca is a member of the Coal County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The children are Ryan, Iley and Jayden Lambert. Les Pebworth, Gary Dority, Floyd Campbell, Darrill Morgan, Bill Weir, Rick Lewis, Wes Brown, Jack Shirley, Lee Weathers, Warren Bailey, Thomas McCoy, Mike Gilliam, Joe Roulston, Randy Heck, Jerry Nanney & David Johnson & Katy Krebs-Mary Eddings Secretaries PAGE B-4—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Merry Christmas For unto us a child is born. Unto us a Son is given. Valley Insurance This horse-drawn buggy by the Redneck Wagon Bunch (Shelbi Hamer, Tooter McIninch and Haley McIninch) won 2nd place in the small entry division of the Christmas parade. Guy Strunk ~ Bob Strunk Mary Jo Massie & Kim Canida May the blessings of the Christ Child be with you all through this glorious holiday. Merry Christmas Wanda Utterback Coal County District #1 Alvin Pebworth &Road Hands We’re hopeful that all our friends will enjoy Christmas as never before. Jett and Jase Burris have fun sitting on Brown’s Funeral Service’s horse-drawn hearse before the Christmas parade begins. The hearse is an original 1879 Cunningham built by Cunningham Coach Works in upstate New York. The horses, Dink and Tom, are Belgians and weigh approximately 2,000 pounds each. Christmases Past - 1951 Continued from Page B-3 INITIATED Rainbow girls initiation took place Monday night at Atoka, where the following girls were initiated: Lillie Fishel, Irene Talor, Jo Meda Faulkenberry, Myra Stubblefield, kFrances Ott, Ruby Lemons, Yvonne Abbott, Norma Rogers, Billie Jean Rogers, Charlene Vanzant, Geraldine Vanzant, Rose Marie Pratt, June Binns, Billie Dell Hodges, Armetta Floyd, Betty Daniels, Mary Lee Cogburn, Betty Jo Tidwell, Glenda Vanzant, Gay McInnis, Rosada Cotton, Freda Williams, Francine Kuhn and Dorothy Luna. Ada Lou Bailey and Paula Leister have been members of Continued on Page B-5 Tiffany Powell and daughter Chloi in front of the Christmas tree in the Coal County courthouse lobby as they wait for the Christmas parade to begin. May peace be on our lips and in our hearts. Coalgate Assembly of God Church Merry Christmas 18-month-old Felicity Looney watches the Christmas Parade of Lights with her Muddy and Foddy. W ith a firm foundation in the teachings of Christ and with renewed faith and understanding, we greet the Christmas Season and extend to you our very best wishes for a most enjoyable occasion. Coal County Court Clerk’s Office Rachel Fuller, Cheryl Hobgood, Tommie Kay Martinez & Michelle Lampkin Coal County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Pamela Looney, Carolyn McNatt Hill, Christopher Bradley, Commissioner Johnny D. Ward and Rebecca Washburn at the Christmas parade announcing station in front of the county courthouse. Christmases Past The Year Was 1951 Continued from Page B-4 the Atoka chapter for some time. Mrs. W.H. Bailey will serve as mother advisor of this chapter. TRAILER TROUBLE Johnny Baumert had a little trouble with his trailer in Oklahoma City last week. Johnny also attended the FFA livestock Clinic. DAME GOSSIP Ferman Acosta was keeping might late hours one Friday night recently. It’s amazing how these geometry students are working. We hear that Joy and Ray are together again, Norma Rogers really got “round last week (twirp week) dates with nine different boys. How did you do it Norma? Some of the Junior High are certainly started out early with their dating. We noticed several couples at the Coalgate and Lula Basketball game. We heard Mr Leister complimenting his 7th grade arithmetic class. We wonder why Faye McKinney was so excited when a green car passed school the other afternoon. We heard Jimmy Lawson complaining because his picture was taken so much in Oklahoma City. Can you imagine? Jimmy was in Oklahoma City for the FFA Livestock Clinic. Wonder why Bill Avanzini and Roger Samuels dates had to pay so much to get them into the party Friday night? Could it be because their feet were so big? MOST SPIRITS The juniors won the class tournament, Tuesday, with their victory over the sophomores. The score was close: 30-34. ROMANTIC SPIRIT Mrs. Hudson seemed to be a very ardent lover as she instructed the juniors with one of their love scenes. LIBRARYING The 7th grade has been studying library science; so Mrs. Sam5-year-old Jillian Smith was thrilled to be one of the bike drawing ply took the group to the library winners at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas to see the classification of books and to talk to the librarian. party. ALL STARS Ferman Acosta, Ray Deaton, and Bobby Cannon received district 10-B recognition as all-star players on the first team. Jack Pebworth, Bill Anderson and Royce Thomas received district 10-b recognition as all-star players on the second team. NEW BOOKS The junior high library has just received a shipment of rebound books. IT’S PRETTIER NOW The first of last week the home economics girls really were busy house cleaning. They now have the department shining. VISITOR Coalgate high was honored on Dec. 5th, with the visit of La Dean Cosler, who attends school in Walsh, Colorado. NOSES KNOW Everyone was holding his nose Tuesday. Homer Gaylor and Gilbert Acosta went hunting the night before for guess what? DAME GOSSIP New couples on campus— Nadine Graves and Gilbert Acosta. HAVE YOU NOTICED? Doesn’t look like 1-year-old Giovanni Cole was thrilled to be sitting on Santa’s lap at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s That mischievous twinkle in Christmas party. Mary Ann Giachino’s eyes? SENIORS OF 1952 This well liked senior was Continued on Page B-6 COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-5 Merry Christmas Joy and Peace abide with you and yours this Christmas. Coal County Treasurer Gina McNutt Susie Davidson, Bette Price & Kay Gwinn To all our friends all over town both old and new we say “Thank You” Have a Merry Christmas Ricks Oil Co. Rick Heinze & all the gang MERRY CHRISTMAS May the blessings of Christmas be with you all through the\ coming season. Representative Paul & Betty Roan Merry Christmas Let us rejoice in the miracle at Bethlehem. Coal County Assessor Cherry Hefley Joyce Williams, Rachel Lewis & Gail Horn Happy ATOKA LIVESTOCK, LLC Holidays From Everyone at Atoka Livestock Phil & Paula Hatridge owners Elija John holds his gift that Santa gave him at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. Elija was one happy 3-year-old boy! Would like to thank their customers for their patronage in 2011 and look forward to serving you in 2012 Phil’s cell: 918-424-1754 Home: 918-432-5969 e h r i s C t ma y r r from our homes to yours s M PAGE B-6—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Langdon’s & Munholland’’s ...”For unto the world is born a Saviour”. Let us rejoice! Joy and peace to all the world from the Gang at Shop & Hop #1 & #2 4 W. Hanover - Coalgate, Ok - 927-1075 1105 S. Broadway - Coaglate, Ok - 927-3444 The Priceless Gift of Christmas May your Christmas be Filled with His love in a multitude of ways. Harold & Gwenda Depasse Christmas Means So Much He came in a way that fulfilled so much... Walked in a way that taught so much... Died in a way that provided so much... Rose in a way that conquered so much... Lives in a way that gives so much... Loves in a way that means so much... Christmases Past - 1951 Continued from Page B-5 born June ll, 1934 at Coalgate. She is 5’6” has short brown hair and brown eyes. Her favorite food is chocolate cake, she loves to wear navy blue, and her favorite pastime is riding around with a carload of boys and girls. She is said to be quite a cowgirl although we haven’t seen her roping any steers. It seems she prefers tall, dark and handsome boys. She was football queen this year and holds the offices of secretary of the senior class and treasurer of FHA. She belongs to Order of the Rainbow, Pep club, FHA, and Glee club. You have probably guessed who she is by this time. Barbara June Binns, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.D. Binns of Coalgaet. RAY DEATON Ray Deaton who surprised us all by quite suddenly becoming a red head was born at Ada, OK, on October 15th, 1934 to the happy Mr. and Mrs. Austin Deaton. Ray attended grade school at Mount Vernon, Calif., then spent three years in high school at East Bakersfield, CA, before coming to Coalgate high for his senior year. During his school years he has always liked sports, his favorite being football in which he has lettered two years. Ray’s only bad habit is chewing gum in Mrs. Hudson’s English class. His favorite pastime is just riding around and enjoys seeing movies when Donald Duck and Betty Grable are playing. His tasted are typical of any American boy. Fried chicken and shrimp are favorite foods but unappealing are carrots and salads. He acknowledges his only one problem is girls. He likes the loud girls but can’t abide catty ones. Ray’s plans are to go to college and major in engineering. BILLY BICE September 16, 1933 marked an important date for the proud parents of Billy Bice who was born at that auspicious time. He spent all eight years of his grade school at Lehigh, where he was fond of all sports; his favorite was softball. On finishing grade school, he attained the honor of valedictorian. In 4 years of high school he has won the following honors: Lettered 2 years in both football and baseball, was treasurer of FFA in his junior year, and has been treasurer of FFA and Honorary Shamrock Bank Open House BEAUTIFUL COUPLE! Pam and Bob Cody. Sharon Mowdy, Gladys Hickerson and Polly Lanoy, from left, were among the many guests attending the 2011 Shamrock Bank open house. The bank has been hosting open house during the Christmas season for several years. It has become a big social event in Coalgate. It was good to see sisters Lola Foskett, left, and Leota Guinn at the open house. Continued on Page B-7 Merry Christmas Joy to the world, for Christ is born in Bethlehem. Executive Vice President Tom Corsini and Wanda Utterback, Coalgate Record-Register. Coal County Clerk Eugina Loudermilk Travis, Trevin, Raelyn & Easton Connie Langston & Susan Walker KENNETH MCENTIRE and JOHNNIE HUDSON enjoying the wonderful food. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-7 Pack 177 Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts on their Christmas parade float. Christmases Past - 1951 Continued from Page B-6 Football Captain this year. He likes to eat fried chicken, (what normal boy doesn’t?) but, he can’t abide the lowly cabbage. Here’s your cue girls, his favorite color is blue, and he likes brunettes. He doesn’t dislike any of his classes but admits he leans to ag- Tribal Councilman riculture and shop. Forming habits comes easy for him, and one of his best is going to church. This makes kup for his bad habits which are biting his nails and disliking gripy teachers. He can’t remember ever having been embarrassed, and his JamesFrazier, Choctaw Nation District 12 May the beauty of the season bring you joy and warmmemoriestocherish throughout the year Continued on Page B-9 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year MerryChristmas John McBride poses with Santa and his new bike that he won at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. John is 10. He is a student at Emerson Elementary in Coalgate. Wishing you the happiest Christmas. District #3 County Commissioner Michael Hensley, Pam, Dee, Gary & County Employees Coal County General HOSPITAL, Inc. • Mary Hurley Hospital • Ruth Wilson Hurley Manor • TenderCare Home Health & Hospice • Physical Therapy Christmas Greetings May you all share peace & good health this holiday season. 4-year-old Morgan Davis was sooo happy to see Santa at the Choctaw Nation District 12 children’s Christmas party. Morgan was among the many children who got to visit with Santa. 580-927-2327 PAGE B-8—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Coalgate Parade of Lights The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of Troop 177 joined together to ride on one large float in this year’s Christmas parade. Flag carriers – Judd Kellis, American flag; Joseph Rodgers, pack flag; Joann Flowers, Oklahoma flag; and Gary Flowers, troop flag. FAMILY HEALTH CENTER of Southern Oklahoma May your holidays be happy days, filled with love and laughter. And may each day bring joy your way in the year that follows after Cousins Colten Spears and Brian Bigelow ride on the VFW Post 1198 float. May the Spirit of Christmas touch you and yours with its magic and warmth. Justin Moore on a 1953 John Deere tractor. Merry Christmas Cornerstone Praise & Worship Center Clay Lane and daughter Stefanie Lane in a “reindeer”-pulled sleigh. They won 3rd place in the small entry division. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-9 Christmases Past The Year Was 1951 Wishing you a MERRY CHRISTMAS Come See Our Gift Pack & Wine Selection For All Your Holiday Need’s Please drink responsibly We accept all credit cards,& bank cards We appreciate your business BRANDIN IRON 3 1/2 miles South of Coalgatein Lehigh, Ok Hours 10 am 9 pm ONE DOLLAR OFF any meal on menu & Employees BI Circle N Market Continued on Page B-10 Appreciate Your Support of Local Business We hope you have a heavenly Christmas with peace to all our friends. FORTNIGHTLY PROGRAM HAS RELIGIOUS THEME The home of Mrs. Arvard Hudson was decorated with Christmas greens and reds and tableaux of carolers and Santa and his reindeer for the annual Fortnightly club Christmas party. A religious theme dominated the program with Mrs. Curtis Floyd reading an essay on “Love” from “The Greatest Thing in the World” by Henry Drummond. Mrs. J.M. Garrett sang “Star of the East” and the program was concluded with singing of carols. The hostess presented gifts to each guest and club members exchanged gifts from a Christmas tree in the dining room. Mrs. J.R. Hickman, president of the club, extended Christmas greetings to all. Expires June 30, 2012 Merry Christmas 1951 COALGATE NEWS PAULA LEISTER IS JR. MUSIC CLUB HOSTESS Miss Paula Leister was hostess to the Junior Music club at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Leister, Monday evening. The program directed by Jimmy Blue included “The Christmas Story” told by Jimmy Blue and illustrated with slides: the “Story of the Christmas Bells” by Mary Ann Giachino; carols by the group; and two Christmas games directed by Miss Leister. Winners were Imogene Emerson and Elaine Blaine. Mrs. C.A. Hudson and Mrs. Horace Carter, music club members who sponsor the club, Mrs. F.T. Stadler and Mrs. Paul Leister attended the party. Club members present were Gloria Jean Jones, Imogene Emerson, Patricia Flaim, Mary Ann Giachino, Elaine Blaine, Arnetta Floyhd, Jimmy Blue, Dean Whiteley, Marion Floyd and the hostess. 1 coupon per person happiest moment will be when he receives his diploma on graduation night. Billy’s plans are to attend Murray College and to major in animal husbandry. JOY CORSINI Pretty, brown-eyed, Joy Corsini was born at Sherman, TX on August 13, 1934, to Mr. and Mrs. N. Corsini. Joy has attended Coalgate school all twelve years and had become a popular girl on the CHS campus. She has been a member all 4 years of both the FHA and pep clubs. She is a 3-year member of the Letterman’s club of which she is secretary, and was in the Glee club in her junior year. Joy is captain of the basketball team this year and has lettered in basketball four years. She was the senior pep leader during the football season. Joy’s favorite pastime is driving her Buick and spending her time with various boys and girls. She goes for the tall, dark, and handsome boys. Naturally she likes to eat and just loves to sit down to a steak dinner. Joy simply can’t miss a movie when Robert Mitchum or Jane Russell is starring. She likes the color, navy blue, declares typing is her favorite subject. Joy plans to go to college when she graduates, but where she’ll go and what she will major in are indefinite. Merry Chritmas Brandin Iron Cafe Continued from Page B-7 May all the world share the joys it brings to us. MerryChristmas Farm Bureau Insurance Jim & Mary Carter & Lisa Talley Merry Christmas & Happy New Year May Christmas magic unfold in your home bringing special joys and remembrances. Tupelo School Students, Staff & Board of Education Merry Christmas May all the world share the joys it brings to us. Cottonwood School Students, Staff & Board of Education PAGE B-10—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Christmases Past - The Year Was 1951 and Mrs. C.A. Hudson. Members present were Mrs. J.M. Garrett, Mrs. E.L. Garrett, Mrs. I.O. Kile, Mrs. J.R Hickman, Mrs. H.D. Binns, Mrs. Horace Carter, Mrs. Henry L. May, Mrs. A.B. Boswell, Mrs. H.A. Kite, Mrs. Continued from Page B-9 Guests were Mrs. Walace Byrd, Mrs. Harry Miller, Miss Ruth McBride, Mrs. Laura Bolton, Mrs. J.A. Jackson, Mrs. George Hill, Mrs. F.T. Stalder, Need Music that soothes and speaks to your soul. Listen to 88.3 Lake Texoma Area 24 Hour Gospel Music www.thegospelstation.com 1-800-557-8815 Try the Church of the Nazarene in Coalgate Need a church? Try Coalgate church of the Nazarene Need 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 COUPON Mach Speed Technologies Trio Droid-7C 7-inch Tablet $149.99 Regularly....$199.99 with coupon / Offer good Friday December 16 and Friday December 23 only. Hurry limited numbers..... Save $400 Zenith 60in 1080p $999.00 1500 Hoppe Blvd • Ada Southridge Shopping Center Shop ADA Curtis Floyd, Mrs. Walter Pope, Mrs. J.T. Green, Mrs. William Wood, Mrs. W.H. Hudson, and the hostess. LAMEL YULE PARTY IS AT LEGION HALL The Lamel Study Club Christmas party was held at the American Legion Hall, Tuesday evening, with Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Kite and husbands of club members as guests. Turkey dinner was served from card tables individually decorated with Christmas tree candles and reindeer favors. An arrangement of red candles and greenery decorated the mantle. Hostesses were Mrs. R.B. Epperson, Mrs. Tom Brownlie, jr., and Mrs. Edwin Baumert. Card games were played and gifts exchanged around the Christmas tree. Those present included Mr. and Mrs. Herman Baumert, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Baumert, Miss Lucille Be, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Bey, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Brownlie, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Downing, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Éclair, Mrs. Ruth Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Forneris, Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Lacy, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Landon, Mr. and Mrs. Bob McInnis, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. McInnis, Mr. and Mrs. Babe Pope, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Ronald, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Sandmann, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Sharp, Dr. and Mrs. R.B. Epperson and the guests. CHURCH GUILDS HAVE PARTY AT COURTNEY’S The afternoon and evening Guilds of St. Peter’s Episcopal church held their Christmas party together at the home of Mrs. W.H. Courtney. The Courtney’s home was decorated in Christmas colors with a black spruce Christmas tree, traditional in Mrs. Courtney’s family, as the center of attraction. Prize winners were Julia Pellegrini and Mrs. Charles Smith, Sr. Others present were Mrs. W.P. Powers, Mrs. Tom Brownlie, Sr., Mrs. Palmer Crim, Mrs. Isabel Hutchison, June Tittle, Mrs. Babe Pope, Elizabeth Sandmann, Mrs Wallace Byrd, Mrs. E.L. and Mrs. Gene Mitcham, Margaret Burns, and Mrs. Joe Forneris. CHRISTMAS CHORES KEEP SCOUTS BUSY Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of Pack 116 and Troop 16 are busy with handcraft, ceramics, carpentry, and good deeds these days as the Christmas season approaches. Mrs. Harold Jones, who is den mother for the cubs, is directing her group in making bird houses; and Mrs. Leo Bey, den mother for the second troop is helping her group weave pot holders and mold figurines. Scouts Doyle Warren and Kenneth Swint are repairing two used rocking chairs to be given at Christmas. Boy Scouts assisting with loading scrap lumber into borrowed pickups to take to families, who need lumber are Bobby Cornelius, Marcy Lambert, Troy Linton, Rhea Wilson, Dean Hunt, Lionel Garrrett, Johnny Ott, Pat Baumert, Doyle Warren and Kenneth Swint. Johnny Ott is den chief of the troop, which includes Jimmy Jones, Dan and Jerry Miller, Howard Cornelius, James and Rush Coward, Jack Parry, Billy Wade, Larry Pulliam, Frankie Lee Forneris, Jimmy Joe Wilson. Cub scouts who meet at the Bey home are Victor Bey, Kenneth Brown, Leon Smith, Lyman Leister, and den chief Rhea Wilson. McAlester Stockyards Market Report Tuesday, December 13th, 2011 sold 2850 cattle. Steers $2 To $7 Higher. Heifers $3 to $9 Higher. Next OQBN Precon Sale Feb. 28th contact one of our reps. for info. XMcalester Stockyards will have a sale next week Dec. 10th and will be closed the week of Dec. 27th for Christmas Holidays. We would like to wish everyone a safe and appy Christmas and New Years!! “He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.” (John 1:11) 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# #1 Steers #1 heifers $198 to $207 $165 to $172 $188 to $205 $160 to $170 $178 to $196 $151 to $167 $166 to $187 $151 to $165 $155 to $168 $140 to $156 $147 to $160 $131 to $145 $136 to $151 $122 to $136 $127 to $153 $127 to $145 $134 to $140 $116 to $124 $120 to $131 $112 to $120 550 Cows & Bulls sold at the evening sale. paCKeR COwS $1 TO $4 hIGheR. paCKeR BuLLS $6 hIGheR high yielding packer bulls sold from ....................$87 to $90 average yielding packer bulls sold from...............$82 to $86 Low yielding packer bulls sold from.......................$75 to $80 high yielding packer cows sold from ....................$65 to $84 average yielding packer cows sold from .............$66 to $76 Low yielding packer cows sold from ......................$63 to $72 Sale Every Tuesday Stocker & feeder cattle begin at 10 a.m.Cows and Bulls Tuesday evening, 6 pm Open 7 D 2 ReCeIVe & CaRe FOR yOuR LIVeSTOCK InVeSTMenT! Julie Grant Offfice: 918-423-2834 Laura Sherrill Lindsey Grant Richard Magby George Tarr Donny Shadwick 918-421-9057 580-889-6049 918-423-4498 918-649-4750 918-548-3478 580-889-1329 918-424-1464 918-655-7754 Ken Sherrill 918-421-0257 Curt Krigbaum 918-650-8013 THANKS FOR YOUR BUSINESS! Happy Holidays from MURRAY STATE COLLEGE TISHOMINGO & ARDMORE LeGaL NOtice (Published in the Coalgate Record Register December 21 & 28, 2011, 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. 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 3, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. Bids will be opened in a public meeting January 3rd, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. LeGaL NOtice Chaprell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Inc. 1109 North Broadway Ada, OK 74820 (580) 332-9400 www.chaprelldodge.com (Published in the Coalgate Record Register December 7 & December 21, 2011, 2t) NOtice Of OPPORtUNitY fOR PUBLic HeaRiNG ReGaRDiNG a PUBLic tRaNsPORtatiON PROJect All interested persons are hereby given notice that the Big Five Community Services, Inc. is seeking financial assistance from the U. S. Department of Transportation, Urban Mass Transportation Administration for the purpose of operating a rural public transportation project. Grant funds will be used to purchase replacement vehicles, administer and operate a public transportation project in Bryan, Carter, Coal and Love Counties. If any person desires a public hearing to consider the social, economic, and/ or environmental effects of the proposed project, they may submit a request, in writing, to the Big Five Community Services, Inc., P.O. Box 1577, Durant, Oklahoma, 74702, Attention: Allen Leaird, Transportation Director, no later than December 31, 2011. A copy of the grant proposal is currently available for public inspection and copying at the Big Five Community Services, Inc. located at 1502 N. 1st, Durant, Oklahoma: 15 1st S E, Ardmore Oklahoma; 210 N. Main, Coalgate, Oklahoma; and 910 West Main, Marietta Oklahoma. Big Five Community Services, Inc. Is An Equal Opportunity Employer Holiday Closings The Coal County Courthouse, Coalgate City Hall and Coal County Health Department will be closed for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays as follows: Coal County Courthouse Christmas – Closed Friday, December 23 through Monday, December 26. Regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, December 27. New Year’s – Closed Monday, January 2. Regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, January 3. Coalgate City Hall Christmas – Closed Friday afternoon, December 23 through Monday, December 26. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, December 27. New Year’s – Closed Monday, January 2. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3. Coal County Health Department Christmas – Closed Monday, December 26 and Tuesday, December 27. Regular hours of operation will resume on Wednesday, December 28. New Year’s – Closed Monday, January 2. Regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, January 3. COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011— PAGE B-11 FCuring FBologna KAUFFMANS FSausage FJerky F Slaughter F Processing F Cooling CUSTOM PROCESSING F Freezing WILL KAUFFMAN Rte. 5 Box 1180 Coalgate, OK 74538 580-428-3028 580-364-0834 ‘Tis the season of Christmas and the days are few; there’s still great selection and savings for you. Remember Christ is the Reason for the Season! Merry Christmas from Robb & Kathy Alberda All In-Stock Bibles 20% Off and name embossed free! Christmas Ornaments 50% Off Recordable Books reg. $29.95 NOW $19.95 Bring This Ad In For 25% Off Any 1 In Stock Item Angels 20% Off Christian T-Shirts Ð Buy One, Get Second 1/2 Off Books and CDÕ s 20% Off a BeaUtifUL cHRistMas PictURe! Actually, that’s an exaggeration — but we just couldn’t resist printing the picture. Nick Lolli, left, has his mouth full, Bob Thomas is laughing uncontrollably, and Walter Hogue is an innocent bystander. Photo taken at the Shamrock Bank open house. Choctaw Head Start Letters to Santa I want 4 Barbies with a boy Dear Santa, My Papa is Santa Claus. I Barbie. I will leave you a toy. want a toy and a monster and a Continued on Page B-14 kitty. Love Ocean (age 4) Dear Santa, I want a new bike and a General Lee. Please send my friends Noah, Jett, Caden and Damian a General Lee too. When I get bigger I want a motorcycle. Love, Rowdy (age 4) Dear Santa, I want a DS and a bike. I am trying to be very good. My baby brother needs a dinosaur and a school. Please bring me a Mrs. Linda….I love her!!! Love, Logan (age 3) Dear Santa, I want a green bike and a player game. I have 3 sisters and 5 bubbas please bring them a present. Love Damian (age 4) Weekly Drawings For $100 Visa Gift Cards! Every $20 spent through 12/23 will earn you chances (You do not need to be present to win) Congratulations to Danlyne Price and Dorothy Chubbs, winners of our $100 Visa Card. One more drawing left! Ò If You Want To Look GoodÓ h t i W s s e Dr zz a z i P r and Family Hair Care Center Owner: Barbara Callicoat HOURS: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Miss Me Tops Phone Covers Jewelry • Purses Large Sizes in Silver and Large Idol Jeans (14-18; 1x-3x) From Now Until Christmas Storewide Major Sales! 30 to 50% OFF 1000 Racks! $ Dear Santa, I want a new Barbie. Love, Lexi (age 3) Dear Santa, I want a Dora Fiesta Kitchen. There is one in Ada at Walmart. See photos of whatÕ s new on Facebook. 314 E. Court • Atoka, OK 74525 • (580) 889-7704 Dear Santa, I would like a new scooter. I have been a very good boy. Please bring my mom new jewelry and my daddy a new belt and sissy a new doll and Enzo my dog some new toys and the baby cat new toys. Can you just bring all the cats some new toys? Love, Noah (age 4) Dear Santa, I would like to know about the North Pole. What does Mrs. Claus do? Does she make lunch and cookies for you and the elves? Can you please bring me a new bike? Love, Bailey (age 5) Be friends with us on Facebook! Stylist Megan Garside Has Christmas Specials! Late Appointments Available Gift Certificates Available PAGE B-12—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 RINEHART REALTY.NET For All Your Real Estate Needs 816 ARliNgtoN N - AdA, oklAhomA - (580)436-4662 Broker, Thurman Rinehart - 421-2271 Donald Brooks - 320-9337 Eric Pierce - 399-7106 Max Hudson - 320-3377 Larry Lee - 310-2305 Out of Town - 1-800-776-5608 HOMES FOR SALE ~ ADA — 2 BR 1 bath. Nice yard. Completely remodeled inside with new carpet and paint. 922 West 13th. $34,900 ~ SASAKWA — 49 wooded acres with 30x60 shop building, water well, two ponds and older house (needs remodeling). $110,000 ~ ADA — Beautiful older home in excellent shape with wrap-around porch. 3 BR 2 Bath. Owner/Agent. Only $119,000 ~ OFFICE BUILDING IN ADA — On busy Arlington Street. Bathrooms, kitchen, parking in front and back. $175,000 ~ BYNG — Great building for mechanic or other business. $60,000 REDUCED $50,000 ~ TUPELO — 2 BR 1 bath, 200 East 2nd. Out buildings. Good starter home. $38,000 MAKE OFFER! OWNER ANXIOUS! ~ WEST OF ADA — Well maintained, open floor plan, CH&A, gas log fireplace, dishwasher, range. Highway frontage. $113,000 REDUCED TO $99,900 ~ TOWN OF ALLEN — 405 N. Leonard. Investment property, rents for $500 each unit. $82,500 REDUCED TO $69,900 ~ PICKETT — 3 BR 1 bath, CH&A, large carport, large fenced backyard. $85,000 REDUCED $75,000 ~ 5 LARGE COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS — East of Ada on over 7 acres. $300,000 ~ ADA — 330 East 17th. 2 BR, 1 bath, washer & dryer hookups, ceiling fans. $36,500 REDUCED $31,500 ~ EAST OF ATWOOD – 3 BR, 2 bath, approximate 2356 sq ft. Lots of room with 2 living areas, nice size kitchen/dining area, large master BR with rural water, on 5 acres. $98,800 ~ BYNG — 3 BR 2 Bath. Well maintained with 2 living areas, CH&A approx. 2 years old, new windows approx 5 years old, 12x20 carport, 12x24 & 8x16 storage buildings, above ground pool (need new liner). $128,000 REDUCED $124,000 ~ HWY 3-W — 3 BR 1 bath, needs work. On 1 acre mol. $42,000 REDUCED TO $39,900 ~ ADA — Commercial Buildings. Two 1250 sq ft buildings, 10x10 building, 12x13 building. Good place for mechanic or other types of business. $69,500 REDUCED $64,000 ~ ADA — Large older home, 2641 sq. ft., 3 BR 2.5 Bath on 5 acres. $190,000 $180,000 ~ GERTY AREA — Hunting land – turkey, hogs, deer & more – mostly wooded. $1000 per acre. REDUCED TO $95,000 LAND & LOTS ~ 5.25 ACRES IN ATWOOD – Cleared; corner of Gerty & Oak Sts. Electric pole on property, rural water in front of property. $20,000 ~ 80 ACRES — West of Ada on Hwy 3-W. Good hunting land. Make Offer. ~ WEST OF ADA — 80 acres of hunting land. Asking $120,000 - MAKE OFFER ~ 5 ACRES WEST OF ADA — Good building site, some open & some trees. Water & electric available. We Need Listings For Land & Lots Scott McCornack Cell 580-310-4389 Sale Times West of Ada on Hwy 3W • (580)436-5033 Thank You for your patronage & support! 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If you have a pet, pet deposit required. 580320-8595. (3tc40) FOR RENT—2-bdrm, 1-bath house at 9 N. Byrd. 580-2392170. (12/7tfn) FOR RENT—3-bdrm, 2-bath brick house in country on 1 acre. (Clarita-Olney area). 2 storage buildings, carport. (No smoking), $500 month, Deposit $500. Call 580-428-3490. (2tp40) FOR RENT—In Olney, 3-bdrm, 2-bath doublewide mobile home. Hardwood floors CH/A. 580-9276509. (3tc41) FOR RENT—1-bdrm apartments. Stove, refrig. CH/A, 3 walk-in storm shelters, water, sewer & garbage paid, laundry facility on property, handicap accessible apartments. Available. Those at least 62 years of age may apply at Ranch Specialist Cheyenne Stanley E-mail: realestate@pattydingle.com 918-557-5308 580-889-7977 Atoka, Oklahoma • 480 acres- adjacent to Corps of Engineers land at Lake Texoma. Hunting is the name of the game. Spring fed creek. 3 ponds. Blacktop access. Utilities along blacktop. $1350/acre. • 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. • 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. 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 CAXCA Louis Sandmann Senior Housing, 1201 Cedar Way, west of Coalgate football field. 580-927-2781. Office hours, M-F, 9:00 – 1:00. (4tc41) FOR RENT—Really nice 4-bdrm, 1 and 1/2 bath, brick home with shop on 1 and 1/2 lots at 906 S. Ada Street in Coalgate. $800 per month, $400 deposit. Call 580927-6968 for more information. (1tc40) FOR LEASE—Stop In Go is for lease in Lehigh. Call Dennis Mosley at 927-3334. (1tp40) WaNteD WORK WANTED—Need house cleaning? For honest friendly service give me a call. Have references if needed. Call 1-580239-9870. (tfn) 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 21yrs.old, and have at least one-year tank truck driving experience. $16.25 per hour. Average 60-hrs. Benefits available. Please contact Matt 580-399-5608. (5/25tfn) SECRETARY POSITION AVAILABLE—Secretary position open at McNutt Auto, 308 E. Lafayette, Need resume. 580-9273950. Apply in person. (3tc41) Providers Needed in the Coalgate area. $7.25/hr. We provide training. Must be 18 yrs. old with no criminal record. Call Red River Health Care 1-800-8814180. (2tc40) DRIVERS- CDL-A: O/O and CO Teams for ultra sensitive specialize carrier. Must qualify for HAZ and Security Clearance. Sign-On $$$’s. www.RandRtruck. com: 1-866-204-8006. (2tc40) WANT TO LEASE GrAziNG pASTurE Would like a 1 to 5 year lease Call - pake McEntire 918-625-5281 HOUSES FOR SALE Home for Sale 2 Older Houses on 8 lots. S Lark St. Priced at $15,000. 100 S. Covington, 3 bdrm., 2 bath home, 1064 sq ft with fenced yard on a corner lot. Priced at $35,000. 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: Abbot Jones • 580-889-0039 Sales Associate: David Blackburn • 580-239-2070 Honest, Hardworking & Dependable! www.haneyauction.com 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, —3-bdrm, 1-bath has new windows, doors & insulation. at 507 Vincent in Coalgate $65,000 • 1 bdrm possibly 2, 1 bath in Stringtown $25,000 T Coalgate RA • (Never Been Lived In) 3Ebdrm., 2 bath S.C Arno, NT705 R CO D N U Priced at $115,000. : • 3 bdrm, 2 bath. 201 Baltimore St. in Allen, OK. $122,000. • 2 bdrm, 2 bath in Coalgate with 40 acres. New roof. Seller will give $1000 carpet allowance, Was $169,000. Reduced and ready to sell at $157,500. All offers to be considered. R.V. spaces for rent 1 mile N. on Hwy 75 Real Estate Land for Sale New Listing: 220 acres 1 mile West of Coalgate on Hwy 3. Good for hunting, cattle, with 2 large ponds and hwy frontage. SOLD New Listing: 120 acres, 80% open, 2 miles North of Clarita on county rd. Priced at $1,400 per acre. 120 wooded acres––– great for hunting with county road frontage water and electricity available location six miles N.E. of Coalgate on HWY 31 to HWY 131 East on 131 to Bill Ward Road turn North 1/4 mile to property. Priced at $120,000. Price reduced to $96,000. 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! www.haneyauction.com PAGE B-13—COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 A Night In Bethlehem MaKaylyn McNutt and Jarrett Self were Mary and Joseph in the live nativity, and Danner Hobbie was baby Jesus. The three kings are Tommy Robson, Shane Jemison and Dusty Weathers. Others in the scene are Lee Weathers, shepherd; Don Stanberry, rabbi; Alex McNutt, Roman soldier; and Amara McCollum, Angel Gabriel. “A Night In Bethlehem” is sponsored by the Ministerial Alliance. These beautiful angels taking part in the living recreation of the night of Christ’s birth are Sadey McNutt, Shalyn McCollum, Amara McCollum and Trayzr Hefley, from left. Johnny Joe and Tara Sandmann were clearly having fun squishing red grapes between their toes inside a market square winery! Johnny said he’s actually had grape stomping on his bucket list for a long time but he was surprised Tara agreed to do it. (And just for the record, the grape juice was discarded at the end of the night!) The Holidays Are Nearly Here we have at Robertson’s Hams at Caddo, Ok 2 miles north on Hwy 69/75 580-889-7827 We Have WHole Smoked TurkeyS Smoked and Sugar Cured HamS Jalapeno Summer Sausage, and Regular Breakfast Sausage Real Beef Jerky, and Several Cheeses to Choose From We Sell meaTS by THe Pound or by THe STiCk, STiCk, How About Rewarding Your Employees With One of the Best Tasting Turkey’s or On the night Jesus was born, an angel of the Lord appeared to shepherds watching over their flocks in a field outside of Bethlehem. The shepherds were afraid, but the angel told them to fear not because he was bringing them “good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And…ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger” (Luke 2:10-12). The shepherds shown above are Brody McCollum, Brianna Thompson, Colten Ringels, Kinsy Ringels, and Brian Ringels (back). PAGE B-14 —COALGATE RECORD REGISTER—DECEMBER 21, 2011 Choctaw Head Start Letters to Santa cocoa with you and the elves. I Continued from Page B-11 Please bring me ice skates. I want a Dora Fiesta Kitchen so I would also like roller skates. I I want a crown and a princess can be a chef when I grow up. have been kind of good. I love dress. Love, you Santa!! Love, Caden (age 5) Love, Sophia (age 3) Kamryn (age 3) Dear Santa, Dear Santa, I want a General Lee race Dear Santa, I would like to feed your car. I want a purple bike, a baby reindeers. I would like to go to Love doll, a Christ tree and a light and your workshop and work with Jett (age 4) candy and cupcakes and marshthe elves. I would like to go mallows an some makers. Bring to the restaurant and drink hot Dear Santa, Aunt Wardy candy and snow. I have been a good girl. Love, Jayden (age 4) Dear Santa, I want a fire truck. On my next birthday I will be 5. Annie wants a Chihuahua, Mom wants a diamond ring, Dad wants a new big truck and Brylee wants a necklace. Love, Gage (age 4) Dear Santa, I want a lunch box, new bath toys and I want a new hair brush and I want a new pair of boots and a new beautiful dress and a new set of make up and a new pencil to write with. I want a new toy teddy bear and a new cup so I can have a drink in it and a new storybook. Love, Paige (age 5) sHaMROcK BaNK employee Angela Ellis with her beautiful daughter, Kirby, at the 2011 Shamrock Bank open house. Kirby is 7 months old. cHRistMas cHeeR! Katie Corsini, Patty Corsini and Shamrock Bank employee Jahree Wilson, from left, having a good time at the Shamrock Bank open house. Katie is the wife of Tanner Corsini.