4BoTHE PERKINS
JOURNAL, Thursday, August 23, 2001
Senior Citizens
News
by Kathleen Johnson
Love - What is it'? Patient,
kind, truthful, protective, trust-
tul, hopeful, enduring.
What is it not'? It is not rude,
envious, boastful, prideful, eas-
i ily angered. It does not keep a
list of grievances and does not
I delight in evil.
'So says 1 Corinthians, chap-
ter 13 in my Bible.
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! A couple of years or so ago,
when Rick was still with us, he
printed a Grand Center School
souvenir card in the Journal. My
Mother, Pearl Margaret Harris
i and her sisters, Jessie Harris,
Lois Harris, and their cousin,
Helen Harris, all attended school
at Grand Center during the time
this card was given out. The
Graham boys were also stu-
dents. Arthur, Harold, Archie
I and possibly Alvy Graham.
Also, Veris Wright, Orial
Mayfield, Isla Shippert. I imag-
ine that this was probably given
as an achievement award, since
all these children were different
ages and couldn't have been in
the same class, but might have
been the whole enrollment. I
re .lly enjoyed getting to see this
card.
. My grandmother, Mothers'
rrirther, was a teacher at one
time at Grand Center. Eureka
Lucy (Carpenter) Harris, I, my
brother Alva, and sister Betty gave the prayer, the flag salute
Jean Kelley, also attended and birthday song were offered
school at Grand Center. in unison.
The iarvis children, Ora, We had as our guests Roger
Duffel, Marion, and Dale; the Anderson, Susie Anderson,
Churchills, Oneta, Theima, Evelyn Anderson, Shelly Word,
buddy, and Ray were pupils Gene Woody, Darla Woody,
there. Also, the Louis Houston Larry Moorman, Rylee
family, Nellie, Mildred, Calvin, Craycraft, Thea Jauch, Leah
Glen,Lynn, Lonnie, Valetta, and Sewell, Lisa Baker, Bobbi
Ada Ruth. Myers, Jim Hyder, Amanda
During the summer months Sadler, Margaret Suggs, Ynona
there were other children attend- Benedict, R.L. Benedict, Stacy
ing from other schools, Spring Beal, Cindy Sheets, Claud Cash,
Hill for one. They had a sum- Kim Brady, Josephine Bays,
mer session of school so the GeneBays, James Hall, Mildred
children could pick cotton in the Hall, Mattie Thompson, Wayne
fall of the year. Allen, Geraldine Allen, Barbara
TheCarl Stanley family, Dora Kerley, Bertha Price, Edith
Elnora, Lorena, and Bud came. Cretsinger, Kathleen Johnson,
Also, Jewell (Mahar) Hicks, Gerald Johnson.
Ruth, probably Ann, Eloise, We had fried chicken with all
maybe Imogene. the trimmings, and many deli-
That's how I became ac- cious desserts. So many pies -
quainted with all of these fami- mmm, they were so delicious.
lies. Glad you all came. Aren't you?
When Grand Center was con- *****
solidated to Tryon Schools, the What are you reading? I'm
buildings were moved and were reading a book that belongs to
used for bus barns. Grand Cen- my daughter, The Poisonwood
ter School, District #13, Iowa Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. I
Township, Lincoln County,recommend it. It's quite unique,
Oklahoma. but very interesting. It's about a
Probably if you listen closely, family who went to Africa as
you can hear the laughter ema- missionaries (fiction). I think
hating from the structure. Many you'll like it.
hoursofhappinessreigneddur- *****
ing its tenure as a school house. Our Hostess greeted 128
Thanks for allowing me toguests and 22 musicians. She J
become nostalgic and weepy, also baked a delicious chocolate I \ ] :
ago.G°lly' that's been a long time cake. Mmmm, it was sooo good. birthday luncheon was Yearta.B°nnieH°StesSBonnieCUllis°nf°r thiSbroughtandWeekTrenasand.Was ,!-
held August 17. Wayne Allen wiches and cookies, Trena[
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See Loans- page 4B water distribution pipelines, The loans are backed by the 1-
water and wastewater treatment local utility's water and sewer
loans, he said. plants, revenues, and the bonds are re-
In sizing this bond issue, The revenue bonds produce tired from loan payments made
Freeman said, the board settled loans for communities that are by the borrowers, Leist related.
on the larger amount "because not eligible for loans from the Freeman said about $254 mil-
demand is so great," especially statewide revolving fund be- lion in bond debt is still out- 10 a.m., and worship is at 10:55
with the drought and blistering cause they do not meet specific standing, a.m. The congregation will eel-
heat waves that have gripped requirements imposed by the Any municipality, county or ebrate the joy of those who have
Oklahoma the past two years. U.S. Environmental Protection utility district may apply for a had birthdays or anniversaries
Loan applications already on Agency. water or wastewater loan of any during August. Liturgist George
file, coupled with expressions of Freeman said the Water Re- size, and applicants may qualify Hardin will read the scripture
interest from numerous munici- sources Board has issued 368 for more than one loan from the lesson from Luke 13:10-17.
palities and other water provid- loans in all, totaling $802 mil- revenue bond program, Free- Pastor Jim Shepherd's sermon,
ers, indicate a need for at least lion, from the revenue bond pro- man said. Owasso, for example, "You Don't Have To Take The
$101.5 million in assistanc .... gram a .d revoiv-has received multiple loans in First Step,, will deal with how
Freeman said. ing fund. recent years. "The only require- God initiates a relationship wiih
Proceeds from the bonds Rep. Mike Wilt, a ments are a demonstrated need us by extending his grace and
"should enable the Water Re- Bartlesville Republican who is for the money and the ability to mercy.
sources Board to help a lot more vice chairman of the House pay it back," Freeman said. The church has had a great
areas resolve their water and Committee on Environment and The Water Resources Board summer that was filled with so-
wastewater problems," state Natural Resources, noted that anticipates a negotiated sale of cials, activities, and special
LRep. M.C. Leist said. The Mor- the revenue bonds let govern- its bonds "around the end of youth ministry. It is now mak-
ris Democrat is chairman of the mental entities secure long-term August," Freeman said. Theing plans for a time of harvest
"House Committee on Environ- financing (payoff periods ex- bonds may attract 12 to 18 buy- during the fall and winter. We
merit and Natural Resources. tend up to 30 years) at below- ers, typically large trust compa- invite you to join us for worship,
,,. The Legislature created the market interest rates, hies, each acquiring various de- fellowship, and service if you
water/wastewater loan program The bonds are exempt from nominations of debt, he specu- are looking for a church home.
in' 1979. In the two decades federal income taxes, and Stun- luted.
Since, Freeman said, the Okla- dard & Poor's rates Oklahoma It will be the largest bond is- Tryon Assembly of God
homa Water Resources Board Water Resources Board bonds sue ever authorized by the Wa- Church
has issued 238 loans to 181 at AA. "Through this program, ter Resources Board to generate by Pat Starling
municipalities, counties, water smaller communities can get the "new money" for loans. The The Assembly of God
and sewer districts. The funds same interest rates that Tulsa, agency's previous record was Church, 302 S. Main, Tryon,
helped pay for construction or Lawton, Muskogee, Ponca City, the sale of $109 million of debt will host a revival Sunday, Aug.
rehabilitation of water storage Bartlesville and Enid get," Free- in 1994, Freeman said; $60 mil- 26 through Wednesday, Aug.
thnks, sewage collection lines, man said. lion was earmarked for new29. Pastor Lorne Starling is the
i- ......... ----- ...... .... projects and the other $49 mil- pastor of the Tryon Assembly of
! New breakfast buffet now avallable! lion refinanced bonds issued God Church.
earlier, ledgers reflect. Rev. J.C. Walker, pastor of the
ii We now have a breakfast pizza ..,.. The nine-member board Assembly of God Church of
I l) 111L,:1111) ¢ ' I unanimously approved the bond Spencer, Ok will lead the re-
buffet from 7 a.m.-lO:30 a.m. '
I issue during its regular monthly
vival. Services on Sunday will
I meeting in July. This will be the begin at 6:30 p.m., and the Men-
! Beginning Monday, August 20, ! agency s ninth supplemental day, Tuesday and Wednesday
'1 2001, bring in this coupon to Hwy 1 bond issue since the first rev- services will begin at 7 p.m.
I receive a free breakfast pizza Perkins I enue bonds were issued in 1986; Special music of praise will be
I buffet with purchase of a drink. 547-2456 I the last issue was two years ago, included in each night's ser-
| when theboard sold $75 million vices. Everyone is cordially in-
of bonds for its loan program.
.brought egg salad.
" Extras - Edith Cretsinger,
oatmeal cookies; Norma
Bentley, ham salad sandwiches;
Lola Ball, cinnamon rolls; Lola,
your cinnamon rolls are
scrumptious..mmm. Geraldine
Allen, ham salad sandwiches;
Reva Gunkei, tuna salad sand-
wiches; Thelma Smith, lemon
cake; Phyllis Cook, cookies.
Say! That was quite a spread.
Thanks to all of you, every one.
Current Events:
Music -Monday 7 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Birthday Luncheon every 3'd
Friday, September 21, noon
Mystery Dinner every 4'h Friday,
August 24. Leave the Center at
5 sharp.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Margaret
Suggs, Bud Smith, Larry
Johnson (son), Richard Coate,
Max Burrow, Tom Hinkle, Mat-
thew Layes, Jack Brooks, Carl
Barber, David Mclntire, Helen
Baker, Vickie Foust, Chelsea
Cobb Ownby, Pat Carrigan,
Brian Munier, Misty Garvin,
Scotty Shelton, Betty Hall,
Keith Mills, Donna Westfall, Joe
Poitervent. We wish you all a
very, very happy birthday, and
many, many more.
***** pads (that take the l
The Bells Are Ringing For Me leaves) on the
and My Gal...an old, old tune to make salsa, or
from the forties. Those old wed- good? Let's try it,
ding bells are still ringing all Nopalitos (cactus
over the land, and also at the 1 cup finely
Senior Center. We may be older, 1/4 cup finely
but not dead. We have a wed- 1 cup fresh
ding every once in a while. We 114 tsp garlic
never tire of listening to those cumin powder or
oldtunes. With Lorraine Smith, 1 chopped
Chet Smith, Jim Ham, Bill chili powder to
Baker, Bill Boyd, Norvil Cole 1/2 tsp. Salt
Perkins, Delta Fletcher, 1/2 tsp finely
Stillwater. cilantro
Ival Hesser, Max Porter, Blend all ingredients.
Howard and Betty Anderson, beusedasasidedishOt
Harold Stamper, Stillwater. Italsocan
Murl Rhodes, Alvy Stevens, B.J. fred
, Cushing. Glen Nottingham, 20 minutes or have
Coyle; Bud Smith and Ermascrambled eggs or
Smith. Nopalitos Con
Bill Worthy - YOU'RE cactus with eggs).
BACK! YOU'RE BACK! Youmay
Thank goodness you're back! cery(when
Our MC is back!! Etta is back, taking the stickers off
too. Remember to
Elois Edwards, Millie andor thick leather
Evans Brown, Charles Kilgore, gathering cactus, and
and Francis. Boy! We're glad them over open flame
you are all back. We appreciate all the little brown
you, every one. look like polka dots.
***** Bye everybody,
I'm always talking about conge, Dee Volente, I
something to eat, or to make to peace and love.
eat. Well, you can use the young
Cont'd from page 3B
vited to attend.
Christian Church News
by Charles Wall
Sunday, Leonne brought'us
the message, "Stephen, Filled
With the Holy Spirit" from Acts
7:55,56. Stephen was called be-
fore the Jewish council. The fact
that he was filled with the Holy
Spirit made it possible for him
to give a defense which they
could not refute. In fact,
Stephen's defense became an
indictment against the Jewish
leaders because they rejected
Christ. Stephen realized that Ju-
daism had been replaced by
Christianity, and the Jews did
not like to hear this.
Harold Hughes, accompanied
by Harry Hoggard, brought a
beautiful special, "You're Not
Home Yet."
We have a praise team prepar-
ing for our revival, which begins
Sunday, September 8. The
praise team practices each Sun-
day at 5 p.m.
Our Sunday School year will
begin Sept. 2. We have classes
for all ages.
We are taking appointments
for photos for our church direc-
tory. The photos will be taken
Sept. 4 and 5.
Next Sunday, John Talley of
Stillwater, director of Fellow-
ship of Christian Athletes, will
bring our message. This will be
an especially good service for
young people. We will have a
fellowship dinner after church.
Perkins Church
by Terry Tharp
Last Sunday
joyed our annual
cial. Everyone
Maebelle Whites
their freezers full
ite flavor. I ate more
share. Feeling I did no
offend anyone by not 1
ing their creation, I
all...It was all so
On one occasion
ministry, he met a
Samaria at
ried on a conversation
to get some food
the, came back with
"I have food to eat
know nothing
ciples responded to
"Could someone have
him food?"
is to do the will of him
me and to finish his
As good as the
I'm reminded that there
thing even better.
filling and fulfilling
what God made us
ing satisfies like
are about the work
made you to be about.
and see if God
like you have
He will.
I hope to see you
presence Sunday
Bible classes begin
worship services are
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