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SUMMER CARE: Extended heat wave dangerous for seniors.

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FOCUS Second algae bloom reported at lake LOCAL

By JOSH NEWTON Press Staff Writers

Pair jailed for drug possession

Official with the U.S. Corps of Engineers-Tulsa District said this week the agency has received a second

Tahlequah police arrested a man and woman early Tuesday on drug possession charges. PAGE 3A

Deputies probe mailbox flap Cherokee County sheriff’s deputies have received reports of mailbox vandalism in recent days. PAGE 3A

Tribe seeking nominations Cherokee Nation will again recognize Cherokee citizens with exceptional knowledge of art forms and cultural practices, and is asking the public for nominations to consider for the Cherokee National Treasure Award. PAGE 7A

Campbell up for senior season After being named Tahlequah’s starting quarterback midway through the 2010 season, A.J. Campbell returns this year for his senior season.

report of an algae bloom at Lake Tenkiller. Last week, the Corps received a report of a possible blue-green algae bloom on the lake. Nate Herring, a spokesman for the Corps,

said the agency collected samples so it could determine whether the algae was of the blue-green variety, and if it is potentially harmful. That sample was taken in the Pettit Bay area of the

lake, according to the Corps district Facebook page. The Corps of Engineers late last week also received a second report of a possible algae bloom, this time near Carter’s Landing.

RECOUNT ORDERED Cherokee Nation Supreme Court justices set the event for this Saturday, July 16.

Accused in murder case bound over for hearing By BOB GIBBINS Press Staff Writer

By TEDDYE SNELL Press Staff Writer The Cherokee Nation Supreme Court Tuesday afternoon ordered a manual hand recount of the ballots cast for principal chief in the June 25, 2011, general election. The order states that following a numeric recount of absentee ballots and envelopes Sunday, July 10, the court “cannot confirm the accuracy of the results of the 2011 general election to a mathematical certainty.” The upcoming recount will only pertain to proceedings in Principal Chief Chad Smith’s appeal of the election, and would not directly determine the next chief. Upon hearing the announcement, both parties claimed victory in the court’s decision. “We got what we asked for,” said Smith. “The court agreed [it] could not confirm the accuracy of the results. We asked for a complete count, and that’s exactly what will happen now.

According to Corps officials, after the initial report, tests were taken as a precaution not only near the Pettit Bay area, but from other parts of the lake as well. See Algae, page 2A

Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chad Smith explains an order handed down by the tribe’s supreme court requiring a full hand recount of ballots cast for Photo by Teddye Snell chief in the June 25 election.

We’re very happy; we got the relief we wanted, and showed the recount was fatally flawed.” Challenger Bill John

Baker, who petitioned the court for the initial recount held June 30, said he’s elated with the recent development.

“We want every vote to count,” said Baker. “We paid $4,500 for a full hand recount, and if they didn’t See Recount, page 2A

STILWELL – A July 19 court appearance has been set for a Stilwell man charged with first-degree murder, larceny of an automobile and third-degree arson. Zachary Owen Wade, 18, was bound over for trial after a preliminary hearing before Special District Judge Larry Langley last month. Prosecutors allege Wade killed Edgar L. Brown and took his sport utility vehicle, which he later burned. Brown’s body, which suffered head trauma, was found outside a rural Adair County church. Investigators have alleged Brown was killed during a carjacking. The murder charge was amended after the preliminary hearing to remove the deliberate intent element. However, the charge remains firstdegree murder because of the manner in which prosecutors allege Brown was killed. First Assistant District Attorney Jack Thorp and Assistant District Attorney Josh King are prosecuting the case. The court appearance next week will be at 9 a.m. before District Judge Jeff Payton. Sheriff’s office personnel from Adair and Cherokee counties, along with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and other agencies, were involved in the investigation of the case.

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NATION Obama offered debt powers With compromise talks at a vituperative standstill, Senate Republicans unexpectedly offered Tuesday to hand President Barack Obama new powers to avert a first-ever government default threatened for Aug. 2. Under a proposal outlined by Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, Obama could request increases of up to $2.5 trillion in the government’s borrowing authority in three separate installments over the next year. PAGE 5A

WEATHER Wednesday night: Clear and humid, 71 degrees. PAGE 5A

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Local abuser picked up on bench warrant By BOB GIBBINS Press Staff Writer A man with Cherokee County convictions for domestic abuse and malicious injury to property was arrested Tuesday afternoon in the Cherokee County Courthouse. A bench warrant for failure to pay a fine and court costs was issued June 24 for Algon Gene Lee Williams, 26. Sheriff’s Investigator Kathy Young arrested Williams and transported him to the ALGON Cherokee County Detention Center. Court records show Williams still owes $482 in court costs on a September 2007 misdemeanor domestic abuse charge. Williams received a deferred three-year judgment in January 2008. An application to accelerate the deferred judgment was filed in August 2009. No hearing has been held on the application to accelerate. The Department of Corrections website shows Williams received a suspended sentence on malicious injury to property and domestic abuse charges. The probation period runs until December 2015. Williams will appear before a judge at a later date.

Uncovering the truth Twenty-five young scientists are putting their knowledge to the test this week at NSU’s summer camp for kids. By JOSH NEWTON Press Staff Writer Nine-year-old Chris Sullivan learned what he deems as an “important” lesson Tuesday: Drinking too much soda pop isn’t likely to “kill you.” It might make you feel a bit sick, though. Using some scientific experiments, Chris and about 25 other participants in the Mythbusters: Science summer camp for kids at Northeastern State University put this old wives’ tale to rest. Using baking soda, citric acid, a balloon and other supplies, campers watched as the interactions made the balloon expand with gases – but never burst. “Your stomach won’t explode if you drink pop,” said Chris. On Tuesday, campers ventured into the sunlight for another experiment, called the “Bionic Eye” project. Their mission: Find

Nine-year-old Chris Sullivan puts to test the idea of using black Photo by Josh Newton paint under his eyes to refract sunlight.

out if black face paint, like that used by athletes under their eyes, really helps refract the sun’s rays. First, they faced the tripledigit temperatures and took a

look at the sun, being sure to observe how it affected their eye sight. They placed water drops below their eyes, seeing how that See Truth, page 2A

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Bribery case going to state Supreme Court OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The defense attorney for a former state senator charged with bribery said Tuesday the state appellate court’s recent decision to reject his request to dismiss the case raises constitutional issues that the state Supreme Court needs to resolve. Robert McCampbell, an

attorney for former “I think it’s Sen. Debbe Leftwich, imperative that you D-Oklahoma City, do something about urged a state that,” McCampbell Supreme Court refertold referee Daniel ee to recommend that Karim during oral the state’s highest arguments by attorTERRILL court take up the neys in the case. issue he said “is a matter of Oklahoma County prosecusupreme importance to our tors have charged Leftwich state.” and current state Rep. Randy

State water plan to define ‘surplus water’ OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma water officials suggested new guidelines Tuesday for how policymakers determine whether regions of the state have enough excess water to transfer from one area of the state to another, or even to another state. The new guidelines were discussed during a regular meeting of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, which is developing a comprehensive water plan that will determine whether the state has enough excess water to sell to North Texas. The plan is expected to be completed in October. Kyle Arthur, OWRB’s director of planning, suggested the plan include a definition of “excess and surplus” water that would include projected local water needs through 2060 plus a 10 percent cushion for unforeseen decreases in availability. “What do we think we’ll need in 2060? That’s a very important point,” Arthur said. “If you want to come in and move water out of basin, only excess and surplus water will be considered.” The Tarrant Regional Water District in North Texas has unsuccessfully tried to gain access to billions of gallons of water from three tributaries in far southern Oklahoma and sued the state in attempt to force the sale of water. A federal judge dismissed the case, which is now on appeal in the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Lawmakers have delayed any action on a proposed sale of water to Texas or water-related legislation for several years pending

Algae Herring said tests results from the possible blooms on Lake Tenkiller should come in this week. The swim beach at Taylor Ferry, on Fort Gibson Lake, was closed last week after Corps testing determined a blue-green algae bloom there could pose a “moderate risk” to anyone who came in contact with it. In the meantime, the Corps urges caution around any water that appears scummy, foamy or discolored. Herring also recommended not drinking untreated water at any time, from any lake. Anyone who comes in contact with possible bluegreen algae should rinse off with fresh water and soap, but Herring said the best way to prevent possible effects of the algae is to avoid swimming, skiing,

the release of the water plan. Legislative leaders have created a joint water committee to develop water policy for the state, but House Speaker Kris Steele has asked the panel to take no official action until the plan is final. “The final water plan will be a guide for the Legislature as it develops water policy for the next session and beyond,” said Steele spokesman John Estus. “It will ultimately be up to the Legislature to take the plan and other resources into account to develop the best possible water policy for Oklahoma.” Oklahoma has spent about $6.5 million to complete the study, according to the OWRB. “There have been a lot of pent up major water policy changes for the past several years that are awaiting the finalization of this report,” said OWRB Executive Director J.D. Strong. “I think (lawmakers) also recognize, especially in these times of drought, that water is significant to Oklahoma, both for economic development as well as tourism and recreation.” A study of available water in Oklahoma shows much of the excess water is in southeastern Oklahoma, but lawmakers from that region have bitterly resisted any attempt to sell water to Texas. Lawmakers adopted a moratorium on out-ofstate water sales after North Texas officials began expressing interest about 10 years ago. In 2009, lawmakers passed a measure that says no out-of-state water permit can prevent Oklahoma from meeting its obligations under interstate compacts with other states.

Continued from page 1A wading or boating in such areas. Pets and livestock should also not be allowed to drink or swim in discolored, scummy or foamy water. Blue-green algae is naturally present in Oklahoma lakes at low concentrations, but during hot and dry weather conditions, can become a nuisance and create unwanted risks, Herring said. Not all blue-green algae blooms are harmful, he said. Visitors to Tulsa-area lakes are asked to report any possible blue-green algae blooms to the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality or to the local U.S. Corps of Engineers office. The Corps’s Tulsa district posts frequent updates at www.face book.com/usacetulsa.

Terrill, R-Moore, with felony bribery. Both have pleaded not guilty. Terrill is accused of offering Leftwich an $80,000-ayear job at the state Medical Examiner’s Office in exchange for Leftwich not running for re-election to clear the way for another state House member, Repub-

lican Rep. Mike Christian of Oklahoma City, to run. Christian was not charged with a crime. Prosecutors allege that the position offered to Leftwich was defined and funded in two bills adopted by the Legislature last year that were vetoed by former Gov. Brad Henry after the allega-

tions surfaced. McCampbell filed a motion to dismiss the case and has argued that Leftwich’s service in the Legislature exempted her from prosecution for alleged wrongdoing in the performance of her professional duties under the speech and debate clause of the state Constitution

Witness tampering alleged in Anthony trial ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Authorities were looking into allegations of witness tampering during Casey Anthony’s murder trial, a Florida sheriff said Tuesday during a wide-ranging news conference with his top investigators in what he said was an effort to bring closure to a case that polarized the country. Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings also revealed

that prosecutors were considering perjury charges against Anthony’s mother, but a spokeswoman for the state attorney’s office later said they would not be pursued. Casey Anthony was acquitted a week ago on charges of killing her 2-yearold daughter Caylee in 2008. Anthony was found guilty on four charges of lying to law enforcement officers. She is to be released from jail

Sunday. The sheriff held the news conference to defend his investigation and because his office had been besieged with interview requests since the verdict. “The ultimate goal ... is that our personnel can get back to work doing the business of the taxpayers and residents of Orange County,” Demings said. “This is the only way that we can move forward.”

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Truth affected the sunlight. Finally, with black lines beneath their eyes, campers ventured out and turned their faces toward the sun. Some squinted or used their hands to block the sun, as they’d done before. Some found it was a little easier. “What we should find is that the paint does reduce the glare and refract the sun’s rays,” said Dave Fuller, who’s teaching this week’s class. Perhaps the most surprising lesson of the week came when campers learned they were no match for a pingpong ball. Before testing the hypothesis, Fuller asked the children if humans were stronger than a ping-pong ball, and most thought the humans held the advantage. Using a somewhat-elaborate set-up, campers experimented and soon found out their strength was no match. The real lesson behind the fun was a focus on air pressure, according to Fuller. “That was most surprising to me, that a human isn’t as strong as a ping-pong ball,” said Anthony Neuerdorf, 11.

Anthony Neuerdorf, 11, squints after trying to test black face paint and whether it Photo by Josh Newton helps keep the glare away.

Another surprise to many of them was that, by changing the density of water, a person really can walk on water. Campers tried various things – iodine, dye, and salt, for instance – to see how water’s density changes.

They used a potato in place of a human, and learned the salt added mass to the water. “These experiments really create a way for them to learn about stuff they’ve heard of but never tested,” said John Smithson II, a camp assistant.

Recount count them all, then I didn’t get what I paid for. We’re confident we’ll be victorious in the end.” Court justices, candidates, attorneys, election commissioners and election commission staff met at the election commission Sunday afternoon to conduct a count of absentee envelopes. That count concluded at about 8 p.m., and showed a total of 6,166 envelopes. The initial count of absentee ballots cast, certified Monday, June 27, was 6,143, a difference of 23. The certified recount of absentee ballots totaled 5,870, a difference of 296. After discovering the difference between envelopes and ballots, the court ordered all absentee ballots – not votes – be counted, to indicate simple inventory of ballots. Upon completion, the total number of absentee ballots came to 6,191, which is 25 more ballots than envelopes. Both parties, along with their attorneys and Election Commission attorney Lloyd Cole, signed a stipulation they were present at the Sun-

Demings wouldn’t say who was accused of witness tampering, but it didn’t involve Casey Anthony’s mother, Cindy. She stunned prosecutors during the trial when she testified that she had done searches for chloroform on the family’s computer. Prosecutors believed, along with sheriff’s investigators, that Anthony had performed the search.

“Like the walking-onwater lesson. A lot of them like to swim, and this teaches them properties of water. The ping-pong experiment taught them about air pressure, and put it in a way they don’t normally get to learn about in school or somewhere else.”

Continued from page 1A day counting of envelopes and ballots, and all agreed to the totals for both. The order states Saturday’s recount will be conducted in a similar fashion, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The court order was announced at a special meeting of the Tribal Council Tuesday afternoon, which was called to determine whether the body should recommend the Election Commission seek outside help, specifically an independent election service organization, to help with the Saturday, July 23, run-off elections and any subsequent special elections required to fill vacant council seats. During a special rules committee meeting held Tuesday afternoon before the full council meeting, Todd Hembree, attorney for the tribal council, reminded legislators a resolution is a statement of will – or a suggestion – to be made. He said the suggestion is all that could legally be done, as the tribe’s Election Commission is an independent body. “Attached to the resolu-

tion, I have a list of independent organizations you may want to recommend to the commission, including the Carter Center, Democracy Watch, the Tulsa County Election Board, and the Center for Democratic Elections,” he said. Hembree said it would be important to ease concerns of interference by the council in Election Commission affairs by styling the resolution as a broad recommendation. Following discussion, the rules committee passed the resolution including the “friendly” amendment that excludes the Bureau of Indian Affairs from any recommendation to the commission. Hembree said asking the BIA participate in the oversight of elections would be similar to putting a square peg in a round hole, as the BIA is not an election service. “It would be a step backward to include the BIA, and an affront to our sovereignty,” said Hembree. “We can conduct our own business.” The tribe currently contracts its election services

with Automated Election Services, and has since 1999. Terry Rainey, CEO of AES, has been called to give extensive testimony in Smith’s appeal of the general election. On Tuesday, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma Attorney General Ken Bellmard issued a preliminary advisory opinion asking his tribe to discontinue contracting its elections with AES. Bryan Shade, UKB executive director of tribal operations, said he agrees with Bellmard’s opinion. “The integrity of our election process is of utmost importance,” said Shade. “We want to ensure our elections are fair and that the voice of our people is heard. The cloud of doubt cast around the [Cherokee Nation] election makes it virtually impossible for us to utilize the same vendors without having that same cloud of doubt. Anytime you have a controversy like this in Indian Country, all of Indian Country takes notice. When one tribe looks bad, we all look bad.”

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Heat more dangerous to seniors than others By JEAN HAVENS Press Special Writer Already this summer, Cherokee County has hit the triple-digit mark on the thermometer, and the forecast for the next several days indicates it will stay that way. The hot, hazy days of summer can pose special health risks to older adults. It’s important that older people avoid heat-related illnesses, or hyperthermia. Hyperthermia is an abnormally high body temperature caused by a failure of the heatregulating mechanisms of the body to deal with heat coming from the environment. Hyperthermia takes many forms. Heat fatigue, heat related dizziness, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are common examples. Karen Sherwood, Cherokee County Health Department Community Health Programs coordinator, said the county health department is concerned with the triple-digit temperature that will continue in the following days. According to the experts at the National Institute on Aging, risk conditions can increase with the combination of outside temperature, general health and individual lifestyles. Lifestyle factors can include not drinking enough fluids; living in housing without air conditioning; lack of mobility and access to transportation; overdressing; visiting overcrowded places; and not understanding how to respond to hot weather conditions. Dr. Steven Younger, Cherokee Elder Care medical director, said the seniors who are at the greatest risk live alone and do not have reliable

Many local seniors like to stay indoors during the summer heat. Playing dominoes at the Senior Citizens Center are, Photo by Jean Havens clockwise from left: Billy Turman, Chester Jobe, Gerald James and Ray Webb.

central air conditioning. “It is particularly dangerous when there is extreme heat and extreme humidity, which increases the heat index,” Younger said. Also at risk, said Younger, are those who are chronically ill and take several medications. According to Younger, examples of those medications include some types of antidepressants, gastrointestinal medications and high blood pressure medicine. Keri Ratliff, Cherokee County Health Department coordinating nurse, encourages reading the labels on all medications. “Heat and sunlight can affect them. Some medications are more susceptible to sunlight than others,” she said.

Ratliff agrees with Younger. “Low-income elderly who live without air-conditioning are the most susceptible to the heat,” she said. She added that seniors who live alone need to make sure someone is aware of their existence. “If you have an 80-something neighbor you haven’t heard from, check on him or her,” she said. Younger said seniors sometimes try to save money and turn up their thermostats, which increases their risk of heat exposure. Also, seniors do not drink enough water and try to work outside could be in jeopardy. “The elderly are more susceptible to heat because their bodies don’t adapt as easily as younger adults,” Ratliff said.

“Their temperature can rise quickly to 103 degrees.” Younger said the body of an elderly person doesn’t recognize it is hot, so the person “doesn’t feel it [heat] coming on.” The symptoms of heat exhaustion, according to Younger, are heavy sweating, mental confusion or generalized weakness, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, feeling of thirst, more rapid heartbeat or breathing than usual, or even dark-colored urine. “If the body temperature is 104 degrees or higher, he person is suffering from a heat stroke,” Younger said. “The body is shutting down.” Heat stroke, he explained, is a much more serious condition that can lead to complications such as kidney failure,

seizures or even death. If someone is suffering from any of the signs of hyperthermia, it can be a lifethreatening emergency. The Centers for Disease Control recommends the following: • Get the person to a shady area. • Cool the person rapidly by immersing him in a tub of cool water, placing him in a cool shower, spraying him with cool water from a garden hose or sponging the person with cool water. • Monitor body temperature and continue cooling efforts until the body temperature drops to 101-102 degrees. • If emergency medical personnel are delayed, call the hospital emergency room for further instructions. • Do not give the person alcohol to drink.

• Get medical assistance as soon as possible. Younger said that for about a week after heat-induced injury, affected people are much more sensitive to hot conditions and may have a recurrent injury with lesser heat or humid conditions. To prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke, the CDC suggests the following: • Drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you’re not thirsty. • Drink cool, non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages. • Be aware that some medications can make you more vulnerable to heat exhaustion. • Rest often. • Take a cool shower, bath or sponge bath. • If possible, seek an airconditioned environment. • Wear lightweight clothing. • If possible, remain indoors during the hottest parts of the day. • Do not engage in strenuous activities. “With the heat that’s coming, we want to make sure our residents are aware of some simple heat safety tips. We want them healthy so they can enjoy the summer,” said Sherman. There are many Cherokee County seniors who are doing just that, and taking care of themselves. “I stay in the house or at the Senior Citizen Center from morning to afternoon,” said Verna Caviness. “I drink a lot of water, and I don’t mow my lawn until eight o’clock in the evening.” The heat doesn’t bother Deloris Caldwell, because she stays inside. “And I get someone else to mow my lawn,” she said.

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Mailbox vandalism reported Cherokee County sheriff’s deputies have received reports of mailbox vandalism in recent days. Steaven Hamilton and Barbara Foster filed reports Monday. Lynda Applegate told authorities last Wednesday about her mailbox damage and Barbara Fitch spoke to deputies Friday. Brent Walker reported the theft of a lock box Monday. Teresa Pesnell Peer said Saturday some wave runners, a dirt bike, chainsaw and air compressor were taken. Jimmy Parker said Sunday someone took two guns from

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Don’t destroy public schools It’s tough to be a teacher in Oklahoma, with a sizable contingent of elected officials demonizing what used to be one of the noblest of professions. That’s not surprising behavior from state legislators, but it’s supremely disappointing when the state superintendent herself seems determined to dismantle public education. Although it’s true that Janet Barresi is no teacher per se, her dental degree would seem to suggest a high degree of education. Yet it’s hard to be optimistic about her intentions. How else can a reasonable person view her decision to strip National Board-Certified Teachers of their promised $5,000 bonuses? Under state law, or what is called the Education Leadership Oklahoma Act, the State Board of Education “shall provide all teachers who attain National Board certification a bonus ... of $5,000 annually ... for as long as they maintain their certification and are teaching ... full-time in an Oklahoma public school.” The promise to Oklahoma’s teachers – made to keep the best and brightest here, rather than siphoning them off to Texas or elsewhere – seems clear for those who can read. Perhaps it’s the phrase “state law” opponents of public education find so confusing. That, or they get a perverse kick out of thumbing their noses at it. As Tahlequah High School teacher and Oklahoma Education Association member Chuck Pack pointed out, an educator seeking this status must go through a three-year process, sacrificing large blocks of time and money. Not everyone can achieve the certification; it’s the mark of a superior educator. This is, in other words, the “merit pay” conservatives always clamor for. And surely a $5,000 bonus is a small price to pay as insurance for quality in the classroom. Barresi slammed NBCTs with a significant pay cut when she ignored established law. Three of the six-member state school board – including Herb Rozell of Tahlequah – tried to stop her, but Barresi triumphed by breaking the tie. To add insult to injury, she suggested school districts pick up the tab, using part of the $33 million allocated for textbooks. This proposal is incredible in its audacity. No teacher would want to forego textbooks to maintain his or her salary, and that’s probably what Barresi was banking on. According to Tahlequah Superintendent Shannon Goodsell, the point is moot, anyway, since districts don’t even have their budgets for the year. Goodsell called it a “deplorable situation,” but he could have taken it a step further and suggested someone high up the pole is grossly incompetent. Maybe several someones. State Rep. Mike Brown, D-Tahlequah, has bravely taken a stand against the dolts trying to destroy our schools by filing House Bill 2186, which would establish a protected revenue source to fund the NBCT program. Whether it will get anywhere with this current Legislature is anyone’s guess, but we hope voters who care about their children will take note when the 2012 elections roll around. Barrisi is right when she says across-theboard state budget cuts must be made, but she should start somewhere else – with her own salary, or that of her staffers, many of whom draw three times the pay of the average teacher and do a fraction of the work. She also could have added that in today’s economy, many people have suffered pay cuts or even job loss. That’s true, too, but is anything more important than the education of our children? As for her preference for private and charter schools, has she not grasped that even with vouchers, most Oklahomans can’t afford to send their kids to these institutions? Don’t we care about all Oklahoma children, or only a privileged few? Brown called Barresi “derelict” in her duty. Pack called her “anti-public education.” Strong words, yes, but there’s plenty of evidence to back them up.

Getting away with murder

Move to feed average Joe to Wall Street Republicans want to make Americans more responsible for their own economic security while curbing the protections that would help them do it safely. A double win for Wall Street operators. Republicans deliver them a new batch of easy marks – average Joes who don’t understand the small print – and then let the financiers do as they please. A few guys make a quick buck milking the unsophisticated, and when the music stops, the taxpayer picks up the debris. It happens every time, and it will happen again if Republicans succeed in emasculating the new Consumer Financial Protection Board. Here’s the pattern: During the Reagan era, the deregulated savings and loans embarked on an orgy of reckless lending. This was a bipartisan disaster: Republicans wanted to free the S&Ls to invest their deposits as they wished, while the Democrats insisted on having the taxpayers guarantee the money with which they gambled up to $100,000 per account. But the Reagan administration also declawed the government watchdogs. The auditing staff of the S&Ls’ regulator, the Federal Home Loan Bank Board, was slashed.. And starting S&L examiners were paid only $14,000 a year. The S&Ls collapsed, leaving the taxpayer with a $129 billion bill in 1990 dollars. That sum is not very far from the estimated $169 billion that the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailouts will cost us. Speaking of which ... the taxpayers’ implicit guarantee of Fannie and Freddie mortgages enabled the twins to buy all kinds of risky loans, thus encouraging more speculation in real estate. But the George W. Bush administration fought off all efforts to the tighten rules for lending. It even stopped states from regulating subprime mortgages. Bush was pushing his “investor society” vision, whereby the assembly line worker would happily exchange Social Security’s scheduled payouts for a waltz down Wall Street. Republicans were and still are trying

to privatize the program – that is, have workers invest their contributions. Froma Another variation on this Harrop theme is the health savings account, whereby people may invest contributions to their medical care in the stock market. That was a heck of a time to cut funding for the Securities and Exchange Commission, the agency that polices publicly traded shares, but Republicans did. And they are going after the SEC now, this time under the cover of deficit reduction. (The house has already voted to cut the funding of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which regulates derivatives.) The new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is to be an independent agency funded through the Federal Reserve. That Republicans couldn’t cripple the bureau by starving it gets their goat. According to their rhetoric, there’s something subversive about rules requiring that a mortgage contract be written in plain English or banning predatory loans aimed chiefly at the working poor. Not coincidentally, this is also the view of the companies that market toxic financial products to ordinary Americans. Most Americans, personally burned by the speculative collapses, would probably not object to a few rules of road in consumer finance. So the right wing has moved the spotlight off what the CFPB would do and onto its creator, the much-demonized Elizabeth Warren. President Obama has made it clear that he may name someone else to head the bureau. To prepare for that eventuality, Republican leaders have said they won’t approve any nominee, even if it’s not Warren. It should be noted that many financial companies support the CFPB on the belief that a well-regulated market would build consumer confidence in their products. And those who support the “investor society” concept should feel likewise – unless their real agenda is simply feeding the lambs to Wall Street. Froma Harrop is a columnist with Creators Syndicate.

Casey Anthony killed her daughter. Susan She may not Estrich have meant to, and she may have been more interested in her social life than in her daughter’s well-being, but I have no doubt she was responsible for her daughter’s death. So why was she acquitted? Could it really be a case of it is better to be rich and guilty than poor and innocent, as so many of my students think? The short answer is sometimes. The long answer is it depends as much on the skill and judgment of prosecutors as it does on the defense. If you want to be God, I tell my students, be a prosecutor. I’d like to believe God is infallible, but I know for a fact that prosecutors aren’t. There is an old joke prosecutors tell each other about how convicting a guilty person is no great accomplishment. It’s convicting someone who is not guilty that is the real challenge. Anthony is as guilty of killing her child as O.J. Simpson was of killing his former wife and Ron Goldman. He got off – as did Anthony – because he is a celebrity (and because of the animosity among minority jurors toward the LAPD) and because celebrities are not always favored by the system. The danger when you represent a celebrity is not that he will be treated with white gloves, but rather that prosecutors (because they love publicity or because they fear the pressure) will go too far too fast to overcharge and overprosecute because of publicity. The Anthony case was based entirely on circumstantial evidence. There was no real forensic proof, no cause of death, no damning DNA. The defendant was the mother of the victim – which in many ways makes the crime worse. But it also makes it even more critical, and more important, to have evidence of purposeful intent. Ditto for husbands and ex-husbands and wives and ex-wives who kill their spouses. In all of these cases, it is far easier to conclude that the defendant caused the death – that he or she was the only person with the opportunity and motive – than it is to prove that they did so with malice aforethought, in a premeditated and purposeful way, which is what is required in a first-degree murder case. Reasonable doubt has a different meaning when it’s a life or death decision. Forgive me the pedestrian analogy, but I think the easiest way to grasp this may be by thinking about shopping. You go to the department store and try on a jacket. The tag tells you it’s 70 percent off. I love it, you say, and you do. For $50 dollars, it’s spectacular. For half off, you love it almost as much. At full price, even a minor flaw – a missing button, a pulled thread – is enough to end the love affair. Reasonable doubt is equally flexible. Had the jury been asked whether Anthony was guilty of voluntary manslaughter, I think they would have been able to conclude she was, beyond a reasonable doubt. Had O.J. Simpson been charged, as most ex-wife killers are, with second-degree murder or voluntary manslaughter, I’d like to think he would have been convicted. The irony is that most men who kill their former wives (and even innocent bystanders) in a fit of jealous rage serve about seven years in prison – which is less than the sentence meted out to Simpson for what otherwise would be a rather minor offense. Simpson was Caponed. Justice is rough, but if I were Casey Anthony (and to be honest, she is one woman I can’t even imagine being), I’d watch my step from here on, very, very carefully. She may have gotten away with murder, but she won’t get away the next time. Justice may not be blind, and sometimes it seems to be deaf and dumb, but rough justice can be very rough on those who get away with murder. Susan Estrich is a columnist with Creators Syndicate.

Remembering our good summers, and summers to come ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK, Ontario, Canada – For weeks the skies were gray, the days were wet, the summer sunshine a distant memory. Then – perhaps because of Canada Day, which was July 1, or Independence Day, on July 4 – everything changed. And here, in the country of winter, I finally found summer, and I fell in love with her again. I remembered that the sound of summer is the cry of the lonely loon, or maybe the splash the paddle makes as it breaks the quiet water of early morning on Tanamakoon Lake. I remembered that the look of summer is the Cache Lake contrast of the blue water against the white pines, which of course are green. I remembered that the smell of summer is bug spray. I remembered that the taste of summer is Muskoka Ginger Ale, made from pure spring water from artesian wells and bottled in Gravenhurst, Ontario, since 1873 – what you might call the real Canada dry. I remembered that the feel of summer, even on the hottest days, is the icy cool of the lakes that are dropped like commas on the landscape of Canada’s water wilderness. We don’t live in the bush, we only come and visit, hoping that its lore and lessons last with us all winter, which in these parts, some four hours’drive beyond Toronto, is only a few months away.

We aren’t coureurs de bois, the explorers of CanaNational da’s colonial times, hunting Perspective for furs and alternative routes to the Great Lakes, but mereDavid M. ly city people looking, on our Stribman few weeks off, for an alternative way to view the world. We’re not here to cut down the woods, as the British began doing when the French cut off the supply of Baltic timber during the Napoleonic Wars, but to respect and celebrate them. And for us the canoe is a means of recreation, not a conveyance of commerce or war. It is, as Samuel de Champlain discovered, the ideal means of transport. We agree with John Jennings, who once held the enviable title of vice chair of the Canadian Canoe Museum, that the canoe, which appeared here long before the Europeans, is “an enduring symbol of wilderness and freedom throughout North America.” My summer meditations have often leaned toward the canoe, perhaps because four generations of my family have visited these wooded lakes, intoxicated by a country stuffed full of speckled trout and black bass in a land that otherwise turns out to be empty – an emptiness full of meaning. On summer days like these, I realize that the greatest gift I received from my mother, who turned 80 last week, is her Canadian heritage. Long before she moved to New England, married an American and started her fam-

ily in Boston, she visited a land described in an old Grand Trunk Railway System ad exactly a century ago as “a woodland paradise.” Today this land where summer thrives is the most studied part of Canada, spawning well more than 2,100 scientific papers. It wasn’t always this way, of course. According to a history of the area by Ron Tozer and Dan Strickland, more than half “the able-bodied men in Canada spent their winter in the bush ‘hurling down pine’ – in the park area and everywhere else our hard-working, great grandfathers found majestic pines towering above the forest.” And so as summer began this year, I heard the cry of the lonely loon, and also the splash of the paddle. I looked at the contrast of blue water against white pines. I smelled the bug spray. I gulped a bottle of Muskoka Ginger Ale. Even when no one else would venture into Cache Lake, I felt the icy cool of its redemptive waters. And this, too: I remembered that the sweetness and sadness of summer – for it is fortified with ample measures of both – are what shape the most enduring part of our lives. The sweetness you know – the way the days last long into evening, the way we linger in the downtown blocks of a summer town right up to closing time, the way we don’t count the calories in a cone of fresh custard, only to count our blessings at sunset. But the sadness is here, too. For two decades summertime was for us a combination

of first-person rural and first-person plural. With our girls we climbed into the White Mountains and wondered at the geological formations of the western desert and braved the bracing water of Maine’s shore and ventured into Algonquin lakes. Now our girls are grown, and mostly gone. They view our home as an emotional Charlotte or Chicago – the hub, to be sure, but also the place they go en route to somewhere else. They have their own summers, and we have ours, and happily ours are more sweet than sad. Yet on these summer days I constantly think of them, discovering their own peaks and valleys, finding their own passages, learning how to navigate their canoes and, before long, their careers. I know that part of the light of their lives has been the time they almost were blown into a deep ravine by the wild westerly winds that blew across a shoulder of New Hampshire’s Mount Lafayette, and the times they held our hands on the impossibly beautiful beaches of Maine, actually believing we were strong enough to protect them from the tides. I hope this: Maybe someday in a time far away they might pause and recall the sweetness of their own summers, the ones we shared and the ones to come, and discover, as we have done these past few years, that it is not only in the winter of life that memories are strong. Perhaps they are strongest most of all in summer. David M. Shribman is executive editor of the Post-Gazette.

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Give Obama new debt limit power, GOP leader says WASHINGTON (AP) — With compromise talks at a vituperative standstill, Senate Republicans unexpectedly offered Tuesday to hand President Barack Obama new powers to avert a firstever government default threatened for Aug. 2. Under a proposal outlined by Sen. Mitch McConnell of

Kentucky, O b a m a c o u l d request — and likely secure — increases of OBAMA up to $2.5 trillion in the government’s borrowing authority in three separate installments over

the next year, as long as he simultaneously proposed spending cuts of greater size. The debt limit increases would take effect unless blocked by Congress under special rules that would require speedy action — and even then Obama could exercise his authority to veto such legislation.

Significantly, the president’s spending cuts would be debated under normal procedures, with no guarantee they ever come to a final vote. The White House had no immediate reaction to the proposal, which came a few hours before Obama presided over his third meet-

ing in as many days with congressional leaders searching for a way to avoid a default and ensuing financial crisis. In an interview on CBS taped before the meeting, Obama said that without a deal to raise the debt limit, he could not guarantee that Social Security checks will

US Rep. Ron Paul of Texas to retire from Congress

GOP fails to turn off light bulb standards WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans on Tuesday failed to stop the enactment of new energy-saving standards for light bulbs they portrayed as yet another example of big government interfering in people’s lives. The GOP bill to overturn the standards set to go into effect next year fell short of the two-thirds majority needed for passage. The vote was 233-193. For many Republicans, those newfangled curly fluorescent light bulbs were the last straw, pushed by an overreaching government that’s forcing people to buy health insurance, prodding them to get more fuel-efficient cars

and sticking its nose into too many places. Their legislation would have kept the marketplace clear for the cheap, energywasting bulbs that have changed little since Thomas Edison invented them in 1879. For most Democrats, it’s an exasperating debate that, just like the old incandescent bulbs being crowded out of the market, produces more heat than light. The standards in question do not specifically ban the old bulbs but require a higher level of efficiency than the classics can produce, essentially nudging them off store shelves over the next few

years. Four of Edison’s descendants said the great inventor would be mortified to see politicians trying to get the nation to hang on to an outdated technology when better bulbs are available. The standards have not been particularly contentious before now. They were crafted in 2007 with Republican participation and signed into law by President George W. Bush. People seem to like the new choices and the energy savings they bring, polling finds. But now they have become a symbol of a much larger divide in Washington over the size and reach of government itself. The new

bulbs suggest to some conservatives that big government is running amok. “Now the government wants to tell consumers what type of light bulb they use to read, cook, watch television or light their garage,” said Rep. Michael Burgess, RTexas. “I’m not opposed to the squiggly tailed CFLs,” said Rep. Joe Barton, R-Texas, a driving force behind the effort to save the old incandescents and the sponsor of the bill to overturn the standards. But making the old bulbs go away “seems to me to be overkill by the federal government.”

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — U.S. Rep. Ron Paul said Tuesday he will concentrate on running for president and will not seek reelection to Congress, ending a 24-year career as one of the more colorful members of the House of Representatives. The 75-year-old Republican said he will serve out his term through December 2012, whether his presidential campaign is successful or not. He told The Associated Press he has been criticized for running for Congress while seeking the presidency in the past. Paul said the growing support for his 2012 presidential bid convinced him he should not divide his energies. He won a straw poll at the Republican Leadership Conference held in New Orleans last month. “I think that you have more credibility if you run for only one office at a time,” Paul said. He

Woman jailed for attacking husband GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (AP) — A Southern California woman was in custody Tuesday after authorities said she drugged her estranged husband, tied him to a bed, cut off his penis and put it through a garbage disposal. Garden Grove police Lt. Jeff Nightengale said that Catherine Kieu Becker drugged a meal and served it to the victim, whose name was not released, shortly before the attack Monday night. Nightengale said the 51year-old man felt sick, went to lie down and lost consciousness. The 48-year-old Becker then tied the victim’s arms and legs to the bed with rope, removed his clothes

and attacked him with a 10inch kitchen knife as he awoke, Nightengale said. “He was conscious when his penis was removed,” Nightengale said. Nightengale said Becker put the penis in the garbage disposal and turned it on. Nightengale said Becker called 911 and indicated to arriving officers that the victim was in the next room. Paramedics found him tied to the bed, bleeding profusely. Bail for Becker was set at $1 million after she was booked at the Orange County Jail for investigation of aggravated mayhem, false imprisonment, assault with a deadly weapon, administering a drug with intent to commit a felony, poisoning and

spousal abuse. The victim underwent surgery and was in serious condition at the University of California at Irvine Medical Center in Orange. Nightengale said the man is expected to survive. A call to a hospital spokeswoman was not immediately returned. Becker was taken into custody without incident, although she would not talk to officers, Nightengale said. Becker is due in court Wednesday. A telephone listing for her residence could not be located and no one was home in the apartment. Neighbor Lourdes Painter told The Associated Press the couple had been married since December, did not have

be issued on Aug. 3 “because there may simply not be the money in the coffers to do it.” In essence, McConnell’s proposal would greatly enhance Obama’s authority to avoid a default, while also virtually absolving Republicans of responsibility if one occurred.

any children and seemed very quiet. Becker and her husband lived in a secondstory condo in the working class complex. Painter lives in the unit below them. The couple was reportedly in the process of a divorce. Nightengale said a database search showed no previous calls to the house for any past problems.

acknowledged that he may miss some House votes because of the presidential campaign, but that his staff would continue to provide constituent services. As for the issues he feels passionately about, including U.S. foreign and economic policy, he said he will continue to fight for those either as president or from outside government. “I believe I can continue to do what I have been doing outside of Congress,” Paul said. “I was ready for a change.” The leader of the Republican Caucus in the Texas Legislature, state Rep. Larry Taylor, said Paul’s retirement offers a “rare opportunity” for someone new to take the seat. “I have received encouragement from conservative leaders across Texas this afternoon,” Taylor said. “It is an opportunity that I will consider very seriously in the coming weeks.”

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The womanizing therapist Dear Annie: I am 16 and regularly baby-sit for a 2-year-old boy and his 5-year-old sister. Both kids are very sweet, although the boy has some minor behavior issues. I have addressed them and made it clear that they will not be tolerated while I’m baby-sitting. The problem is their father. He calls the boy “a little devil” and tells him he is “too feminine and babyish,” since he carries a blanket around and plays with his sister’s dolls. But he’s only 2! Am I overstepping if I discuss this with him or the mother? I don’t want to lose this job, because I love the kids. – Auburn, Mass. Dear Auburn: Not all parents have an enlightened attitude about child-rearing, and some mistakenly confuse belittling with good parenting. Most parents do not appreciate parenting pointers from a teenager. However, you are in a position to counteract some of Dad’s comments by giving positive feedback to those children when they are in your care. If the situation gets worse, you might speak to the mother about your concerns. Dear Annie: This is a cautionary tale. I was seeing a psychotherapist (let’s call him “Tim”) to overcome a bad phase – I was in a loveless marriage and became involved with a womanizer. During therapy, I fell in love with Tim, a married man who occasionally badmouthed his wife in front of me. Tim told me he could not ethically date anyone until two years after her last appointment. The fact that he was married didn’t seem to matter. Because I loved him, I stopped treatment so the two-year waiting period could begin. We grew closer, but were not intimate. I felt sorry for his wife because she was suffering from a grave illness and had undergone surgery. I actually told him to treat

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Wednesday, July 13, 2011 In the year ahead there are some strong indications that some friends will play key roles in your affairs, not only socially, but business-wise as well. Be friendly to all, because you donít know which ones will step up and open those doors. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Treat everyone youíre around as someone special and itíll add a luster to your personality you couldnít manufacture. Make popularity your goal. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Lady Luck

always tags onto tenacity of purpose, so unless you donít want her in your life, do whatever you can to make what you want happen. The harder you try, the better your chances. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Good things happen when we get out and do what we can to socialize with others. You might even be able to make a new friend whoíll become special in your life. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Some kind of better shift in conditions is developing for you, of which you might not initially be aware. As time passes, however, it will become abundantly clear to you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — There are strong indications that something youíre tying to do cannot be accomplished alone. If youíre having trouble tackling an important project, keep this in mind and get a partner. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — By

Annie’s Mailbox Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar her better. Many months later, Tim’s wife divorced him. He’d been unfaithful with three other women, one of whom was the mother of a child he was counseling. I feel like such a fool. I was heartbroken to realize that my trusted counselor was himself a womanizer. We are, of course, no longer in touch. I just want to let your readers know these things happen. – No Name, No City in USA Dear No Name: Every profession has its bad apples. Most therapists are ethical and upstanding, and it is not uncommon for individuals to fall in love (”transference”) during treatment. But it is unconscionable for a therapist to take advantage of a client who is already in a vulnerable state. If Tim hasn’t been reported to his local licensing board or the American Psychotherapy Association, he should be. Dear Annie: I have been reading with interest the letters you’ve printed on bullying. I would like to point

thinking in positive terms or using constructive measures to fulfill a material hope or expectation, a sizeable profit can be realized. Donít let yourself get dragged down by a naysayer. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — You should try to make things happen instead of waiting for them to occur. Enterprises or endeavors you originate and personally control have strong possibilities of becoming realities. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Even if you are a trifle bit slow in revving up some steam to get yourself going, once you get started, there will be no holding you back. You could be an amazing finisher. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — There is likely to be some strong justification for you feeling a bit fortunate. Dame Fortune wonít do the job for you, but she will help you to get on a roll and pull

out that bullying is not exclusively a “school” or “children” thing. I retired 10 years ago and joined a very old and respected craft guild. Several of the members were bullies. I enjoyed the meetings, but after a time, these women made the meetings quite uncomfortable. One woman in particular would block my way and ambush me in the bathroom. Another woman ridiculed me publicly for doing certain charity work. I tried talking to the president of the guild about the behavior and was laughed off, saying it was just a personality conflict. Other members noticed the bullying, and several quit. I tried ignoring it, but after several years, it was clear that the behavior was simply intensifying, and I, too, left the guild. I since have joined another guild, which is no-nonsense and would not tolerate bullying activity. The contrast is dramatic. I miss some of the friends from the former guild, but am happy to be free to attend meetings without the stress. – Happier Now Dear Happier: Bullying can happen in nearly all social contexts, including at one’s place of employment and in community groups. Fortunately, you had the option to leave.

things off. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — If youíre designing something you hope could generate a profit, once your plans are solidified, donít sit on them. Delay wonít help; only action will make things happen. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Get out and mingle if you can, because you could run into someone who belongs to a group youíre longed to join. When you start interacting, others will interact with you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Instead of trying to make things happen, let life take its own course of events. Lady Luck is likely to do a far better job for you than you can yourself. Distributed by Universal Uclick for United Feature Syndicate Copyright 2011, United Feature Syndicate, Inc.

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Cherokee Nation will again recognize Cherokee citizens with exceptional knowledge of art forms and cultural practices, and is asking the public for nominations to consider for the Cherokee National Treasure Award. The awards will be announced on Saturday, Sept. 3, in conjunction with the 59th Cherokee National Holiday. The deadline to submit a nomination packet is Monday, Aug. 15, at 5 p.m. The Cherokee National Treasure Award was designed to showcase those who are actively

involved with the preservation and revival of Cherokee cultural practices that might otherwise be lost from one generation to the next. Nominations are now being sought for Cherokee master craftspeople who are sharing their knowledge in areas such as traditional bowmaking, basketry, pottery, wood and stone carving, gigmaking and flint-knapping. Categories also include Cherokee language, graphic arts, contemporary arts and music. Nominees must be citizens of the Cherokee Nation

who have made major contributions or a lifetime commitment of perpetuating the Cherokee culture. The final selection of the person or people receiving the designation for 2011 will be made by the principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, based on recommendations from the National Treasure advisory committee. The announcement and recognition will take place over Labor Day weekend, by the principal chief during his State of the Nation ceremony and address at the 59th Annual Cherokee

National Holiday. Nomination forms will be available at www.cherokee. org, or by calling Bill Andoe, at (918) 453-5153. Incomplete nomination packets will be disqualified. Read the nomination form carefully and provide all requested supplemental information.

AMANDA RUSSELL AND MARCOS GOMEZ

Russell/Gomez Hal and Sheila Russell of Fort Gibson are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Amanda Russell, to Dr. Marcos Emanuel Wortmann Gomez, son of Dr. and Mrs. Francisco Alberto Menna Barreto Gomez of Porto Alegre, Brazil. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Bill and Wanda Breshears of Tahlequah and the late Lee and Patsy Russell of Wagoner. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Herique and Elisabeth Wortmann and the late Dr. and Mrs. Enio Amoretty Gomez, all of Porto Alegre, Brazil. An October wedding is planned at Omni Resort Plantation of Amelia Island, Fla. The bride-elect graduated salutatorian from Muskogee High School in 1998 and is a 2002 graduate of the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., where she received her Bachelor of Arts in German and preprofessional studies. She received her Doctorate of Medicine and completed her residency in anesthesiology at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, in January 2011. Amanda is is a fellow in Anesthesia Critical Care Medicine at the University of Florida Shands Medical Center in Gainesville, Fla. She will complete her fellowship in January 2012. The prospective groom graduated from Anchieta High School in Porto Alegre, Brazil, in 1992. He received his Doctorate of Medicine in December 2000 at Fundação Faculdade Federal de Ciências Médicas de Porto Alegre and completed his residency in Anesthesiology, also at FFFCMPA, in December 2002. He completed a second residency in anesthesiology at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, in January 2011. Marcos is a fellow in Anesthesia Critical Care Medicine at the University of Florida Shands Medical Center in Gainseville, Fla. He will complete his fellowship in January 2012. The couple plans to reside in Oklahoma City, where both have accepted position with the University of Oklahoma Medical Center.

Modern Woodmen to host benefit Local Modern Woodmen members, family, friends, the community of Hulbert and surrounding communities have planned a fundraiser for the Ival and Patsy Harris family on Saturday, July 16, from 4-10 p.m. at the Hulbert School Auditorium. Patsy Harris, 65, was fatally injured in an auto accident Saturday, May 28, leaving her husband, Ival, 72, of nearly 50 years. Modern Woodmen members will hold a bean and cornbread dinner, auction, and they will raffle off an iPod. Tickets for the dinner and raffle are on sale. Donations for the auction would be appreciated. People can call Committee Chairwoman Serina James at (918) 598-3972, or by cell, at (918) 316-6874 to get tickets or to donate items for the auction.

Modern Woodmen camps provide opportunities to take part in social activities and community service projects. The money raised will be matched by Modern Woodmen’s home office, up to $2,500, through the fraternal benefit society’s Matching Fund Program. The Matching Fund Program offers Modern Woodmen members nationwide the chance to show their support for a community cause, organization or individuals in need by holding fundraisers. These projects contribute more than $6.5 million to community needs nationwide each year. For information about how to contribute, call Gary Romriell, at (918) 207-0371. Founded in 1883 as a fraternal benefit society, Modern Woodmen of America offers

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THS ‘S’ Club supports CASA through fundraiser Members of Tahlequah High School “S” Club recently presented $1,000 to Court Appointed Special Advocates of Cherokee Country. Each year, proceeds from an annual “S” Club fundraiser are donated to a local nonprofit organization. “CASA greatly appreciates the commitment and hard work involved in making this donation possible,” said CASA Executive Director Jo Prout. “The board members and staff of CASA are very grateful to the Tahlequah High School “S” Club members and their sponsors for this generous gift, which will help train more volunteers to speak for abused and neglected children in court.” The “S” Club is a branch of Soroptomist International of Tahlequah. The club’s membership is comprised of more than 30 young ladies at Tahlequah High School. The mission of the “S” Club is community service. “S” Club sponsors are Jenine Hembree, Karen Carey and Pam Gipson.

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FOCUS Durant not ruling out playing abroad LOCAL NSU golfers land national honor Whitney McAteer and Danielle Wright were named National Golf Coaches Association (NGCA) All-American Scholar recipients on July 8. McAteer, who just finished her sophomore season at NSU, is a speech pathology major and carries a 4.0 grade point average. Wright, a redshirt freshman last year from Tulsa (Union High School), is majoring in hospitality and tourism management and carries a 3.571 GPA. A total of 566 collegiate women’s golfers were recognized across all three NCAA divisions. The criteria for selection to the AllAmerican Scholar Team are some of the most stringent in all of college athletics with only those with a minimum GPA of 3.50 considered.

TIANJIN, China (AP) — Kevin Durant isn’t ruling out playing basketball abroad next season if the NBA lockout isn’t resolved. The Oklahoma City Thunder forward said Tuesday during a promotional tour in China that he thinks

more players will follow Deron Williams’ example and play overseas if the NBA season is disrupted. Williams has said he will play for Besiktas in Turkey if the lockout remains. “We’ll see, I would like to try something new,” Durant

said. “But of course, my first option is playing in the NBA. So now I want to see how this lockout goes.” He said he’s still hopeful that a new collective bargaining agreement will be reached. “If not, I will make a deci-

sion on where I am going to play basketball,” said Durant, who added he’s in no hurry to make a decision. “I am going to take it slow, everybody’s going to wait to see how this plays out. D-Will, you know, he made his decision quick and I am sure you are going

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma linebacker Austin Box had five prescription painkillers and an anti-anxiety drug in his system when he died, according to a preliminary toxicology report released Tuesday by the state medical examiner’s office. The death of the 22-yearold Box two months ago was ruled accidental. In the report, the agency said the combination of drugs likely caused pulmonary edema, or fluid in the lungs, and aspiration pneumonia, which is an inflammation of the lungs caused by inhaling foreign substances. See Box, page 3B

The third annual Redman/RiverHawk golf tournament and reunion will be Saturday at Cherry Springs. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. with a shotgun start at 1:30. The entry is $100 per person or $400 for a team. All proceeds of the tournament will go to the NSU football program. For more information, contact Kenny Evans at 918-444-3913.

TKOC to host golf tourney

Tahlequah’s A.J. Campbell rolls out of the pocket looking for a open receiver against Tulsa Central during the 2010 season. Campbell will, again, be under center for the Tigers in his upcoming senior season. Photo courtesy of Justin Kennedy

Cooper: Experience leads to A.J. Campbell’s improvement. By BEN JOHNSON Press Sports Editor

STATE NCAA puts NWOSU on hold ALVA (AP) — Northwestern Oklahoma State’s bid to join NCAA Division II is on hold for at least one year. The university in Alva learned Tuesday the NCAA has denied its application to begin the candidacy process to become a Division II member. Northwestern had hoped to start that process with the 201112 school year. University President Janet Cunningham says the decision is disappointing — but that Northwestern will enhance its NCAA application and “reapply at the next available opportunity.” Northwestern is a longtime member of the NAIA and will continue to play in the Sooner Athletic Conference. The university wants to join the new Division II Great American Conference. Great American Conference Commissioner Will Prewett says the league will continue to assist Northwestern in its quest to become a Division II member.

Looking for sports reporters For those interested, contact Ben Johnson, the Tahlequah Daily Press’ sports editor, using the information below. Phone: 456-8833 ext. 22 Fax: 456-2019 Email: bjohnson@tahlequahdailypress.com or sdhsports@yahoo.com

State rules Box’s death an accident By MURRAY EVANS Associated Press

NSU football to host golf event

The Tahlequah Kick-Off Club will host it’s annual golf tournament on July 23. The money raised will go to help coaches purchase equipment for the upcoming season. The club is currently looking for teams, hole sponsorships and donations to give away at the tournament. To register or to make a donation, contact Sherry Hadley at 918931-2189 or the Tahlequah athletic department at 918458-4154.

to see a lot of guys kind of follow his footsteps. So, he’s very brave to be the first guy to do it.” He added it is “tough” to see Yao Ming retire, and the 7-foot-6 Houston Rockets center deserves to be in the See Durant, page 2B

Going into the 2010 season, Tahlequah was set at quarterback. The Tigers had returning starter, Colin Scarsdale, back for his senior season under center. But disaster struck in Week 1. Scarsdale suffered a hand injury, forcing the Tigers to look for another option at signal-caller.

Zaine Ristau filled in for a couple of weeks, guiding Tahlequah to 1-1 record, which included a 26-24 victory over Stilwell. But in Week 4, the Tahlequah coach staff decided to make a change. Enter, A.J. Campbell. “I was just waiting to get my chance,” said Campbell, a 6-foot-1, 190-pound soon-to-be senior slinger. With Campbell com-

manding the backfield, Tahlequah coach Charlie Cooper didn’t have to worry about managing the quarterback situation the rest of the season. Campbell’s tenure at quarterback began with a narrow defeat in overtime, 21-14, at Tulsa Central. And after not playing football since middle school, Cooper said Campbell was sweating bullets prior to game time.

“He was real nervous and apprehensive before starting,” Cooper said. “He wasn’t really ready to go, but he got on-the-job training.” Campbell and the Tigers, however, responded with a 20-6 triumph over Pryor in Week 5. And Campbell stole the show with his 78-yard touchdown run in the third quarter that seized momentum See Campbell, page 3B

NL wins 2nd straight All-Star game By RONALD BLUM Associated Press PHOENIX — Pitching, speed and a little bit of power. The National League is back on top in the All-Star game, using the same formula that worked during its dominating run in the 1970s and ‘80s. Prince Fielder hit a three-run homer and Roy Halladay and his relief combined on a six-hitter to lead the NL over the AL 5-1 Tuesday night, giving the senior circuit its first two-game winning streak since the mid-1990s.

The NL claimed home-field advantage in the World Series, its only blemish being a home run by Adrian Gonzalez off Cliff Lee. “It was great to have the pitching set up the way it was,” NL manager Bruce Bochy said. “It’s hard to beat great pitching and a three-run homer.” With several big names as no-shows at Chase Field, the AL lost more than the game. Boston right-hander Josh Beckett warmed up, then bowed out with a sore knee. Detroit slugger Miguel Cabrera left after hurting a muscle in his side

while swinging. “We are not going to use not having Josh as an excuse,” AL manager Ron Washington said. “I think when you look at the ballgame, the bottom line is the National League pitching was outstanding. You know, we ended up giving up one big inning and they didn’t give up any.” Even before they were hurt, many stars were missing. Justin Verlander, Felix Hernandez and many other aces started Sunday and were ineligible, Chipper Jones and Alex Rodriguez See MLB, page 2B

Cody adds to Sooners’ wrestling staff From wire reports NORMAN — New Oklahoma wrestling coach Mark Cody is adding two former All-Americans to his staff. Cody said Tuesday that Oklahoma standout Jared Frayer will be a paid assistant and former Oklahoma State star and assistant Tyrone State Lewis will be a volunteer assis- briefs tant. Frayer spent the past two seasons as an assistant at Wisconsin. While wrestling for the Sooners, he was the 2002 NCAA runner-up at 149 pounds and a four-time NCAA tournament qualifier. He’s also worked on coaching staffs at Iowa and Harvard. Lewis, from El Reno, spent three years as an assistant at Oklahoma State. He wrestled for the Cowboys from 2001 to 2004, finishing as a national runner-up as a senior. He was an alternate for the 2008 U.S. Olympic team. Cody is also retaining current assistant Michael Lightner. See Briefs, page 2B

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US feeling no fatigue for semifinal vs France Two-time defending champion Germany was considered the heavy favorite, sure to get a boost playing on home soil. Then there was MOENCHENGLADBACH, Germany — Brazil, runner-up at the last three major tourThe Americans feel just fine, thank you, not naments and led by Marta, FIFA’s player of tired a bit. The high they were on after that the year five years running. epic Brazil game? That’s so yesterday. And the U.S.? They had to win a playoff The U.S. women are one game away from with Italy just to get here, and they’d been reaching their first World Cup final since uncharacteristically inconsistent with three 1999 — the last time they won soccer’s losses in a five-month span. biggest prize — and the only thing on their But the Germans are now spectators, minds now is beating France. stunned by Japan in the quarterfinals. Brazil is “Losing is not an option,” Abby Wambach gone, too, losing to the Americans in a penalsaid Tuesday. “We want to win this thing, and ty shootout in one of the most exciting games France is standing in our way right now.” ever at the World Cup, men’s or women’s. The Americans are the top-ranked team in And the U.S.? They’re still playing, and they the world and defending Olympic gold go into Wednesday night’s semifinal with medalists, yet they were almost afterthoughts more than a touch of swagger. when the tournament began two weeks ago. “We have what it takes,” Wambach said. “It’s just a matter of putting it all together.” The biggest uncertainty for Continued from page 1B the Americans isn’t their fitBy NANCY ARMOUR Associated Press

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basketball Hall of Fame. Durant said it has been an honor to play Yao, who is expected to announce July 20 that he’s retiring from the NBA after nine seasons because of leg and foot injuries. The 30-year-old Yao has missed 250 regular-season games over the past six seasons. “Tough, man, tough to see a great player and a great competitor like Yao Ming leave the game after being injured a few years,” Durant said. “As a player, you come into the league, the first thing somebody asks you is what you want to do when you get here, and a lot of players say, ‘I want to dunk over Yao Ming.’ So you can tell how much impact he has in the game. “He comes in, he works every day and you can tell that he’s never in trouble and he sets such a good example for the players coming into the league.” Asked if he thought Yao should have a place in the basketball Hall of Fame, Durant said the Chinese player deserves the honor. “It was exciting to watch such a tall guy but that can shoot the basketball and put so much pressure on your defense by playing down low, and also his defense, too,” Durant said. “He does so much for the game, and he does deserve to be in the Hall of Fame. He’s so dominant in the game, and he changed the game by him just running up and down the floor.” Yao boosted the popularity of the basketball league in China and throughout Asia, spiking merchandise sales and TV ratings for games after the Rockets made him the top overall pick in the 2002 draft.

ness, it’s their backline. Rachel Buehler has started all but one game the last two years, and her bruising style of defense — she isn’t called the “Buehldozer” for nothing — has been vital. But she’s suspended for the semifinal after getting a red card for taking down Marta in the box in the 65th minute Sunday. While U.S. coach Pia Sundhage wouldn’t say who will play in Buehler’s place, Becky Sauerbrunn was working with the starters during training Tuesday. “I’ve been fortunate enough to play with her (with the WPS’ magicJack) so we’re very connected that way,” said Christie Rampone, the U.S. captain and its other central defender. “Becky and I feel confident together. We’ll watch some film on France today, see what little tactics they have, what little tendencies they have with their forwards, communicate with each other and we’ll be fine.” They will have to be because, much like Brazil, France has creativity and flair. Playmaker Louisa Necib, she of the silken

touch and deft passes, has been likened to Zinedine Zidane, the highest compliment a French player can get. Her control of the midfield is masterful, the driving force behind France’s quick, fluid offense. Les Bleues often appear seamless — no surprise considering 10 of the 21 players are teammates at Olympique Lyonnais, which won this year’s women’s Champions League final. “For us, it’s very important to be patient,” Sundhage said. “We need to pick up the rhythm and dictate the tempo, and we need the midfield to get more involved. I don’t want to make it a stretch game. Or make it a (physical) fight.” But France has struggled against bigger, more physical teams in the past, and they don’t come much stronger than the Americans. “It’s true we’ve had one additional day” of rest, French coach Bruno Bini said. “I think it’s quite fair because the American team is in better shape.”

MLB were among those on the disabled list and Derek Jeter wanted a break. In all, 16 of 84 All-Stars were dropped. Tyler Clippard got the win despite allowing a single to his only batter, Adrian Beltre. Clayton Kershaw, Jair Jurrjens, Craig Kimbrel, Jonny Venters, Heath Bell, Joel Hanrahan and Brian Wilson combined to keep the NL ahead. Fielder won the MVP award after becoming the first Brewers player to homer in an All-Star game. The World Series edge could help him later, with Milwaukee and St. Louis tied for the Central lead at the break. “That was part of the message, how important it was for us, and how important the game was: Do it again for the National League champion,”

Continued from page 1B Bochy said. Fielder, son of former AllStar Cecil Fielder, was booed during the Home Run Derby a day earlier by fans angry he didn’t select Arizona’s Justin Upton. “I didn’t take it personal at all,” Fielder said. “I understood it. no hard feelings.” The NL dashed around the bases and stole three bags, all in one inning. Bell showed some speed, too — the reliever provided the image of the night, sprinting in from the bullpen in the eighth inning and tearing up the turf with a slide just short of the mound. “I think he nailed it,” Brian Wilson said. “I don’t know if I’d make it. I think I’d slip, ankle, flip, next thing you know I can’t pitch.” In all, the Nationals have enjoyed their best run since taking three in a row from

1994-96 — they had lost 12 straight games played to a decision before a 3-1 victory at Anaheim last year. Andre Ethier and Pablo Sandoval also drove in runs for the NL. Before a crowd of 47,994 that included Muhammad Ali, this was no desert classic — except for fans of pitching, which has become resurgent as the Steroids Era has receded. Scoring in the first half of this season dropped to its lowest level in 19 years and the major league batting average shrunk to its smallest midseason figure since 1985. The home runs were the first in the All-Star game since J.D. Drew connected at Yankee Stadium three years ago. The AL finished with six hits for the second straight year. Given the temperature outside, the theme song for this game could have been

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Northeastern State men’s basketball coach Larry Gipson (standing) talks to the basketball players at the Tahlequah basketball camp on Tuesday at TMAC. Photo courtesy of Chad Walker

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Owasso grad honored as top prep athlete LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pitcher Dylan Bundy of Oklahoma and soccer player Morgan Brian from Georgia were honored as the national prep athletes of the year Tuesday. Bundy, who was selected fourth overall by Baltimore in June’s major league draft, became the first baseball player to win the award in nine years. Basketball and football players had won all the previous eight the male awards. “I was very surprised,” Bundy said. “They’re very good at surprising people here. Everybody was telling me I had a shot, but I didn’t want to get my hopes up.” Bundy went 11-0 with a 0.20 ERA and 158 strikeouts in 71 innings for Owasso. He also hit .467 with 11 home runs. Bundy has signed a letter of intent with the

the Buster Poindexter song “Hot Hot Hot.” And except for Lee, that’s what the NL pitching was. Bochy of the Giants became a winner in his second All-Star try, following a defeat in 1999, and his closer Wilson, the 10th NL pitcher, got two outs for the save. Texas’ C.J. Wilson, the fourth AL pitcher, took the loss for the team run by his manager, Washington. Despite the weather outside — 99 degrees at gametime — two separate groups opposed to Arizona’s controversial immigration law protested outside of Chase Field before the game. One quietly passed out white ribbons that symbolized peace and unity and the other loudly chanting in bullhorns and marching in circles with signs that read “Boycott hate” and “Stand with us.”

University of Texas but he’s deciding whether to sign with Baltimore. He has until Aug.15 to make a choice. “We’ll just have to wait and see and be patient,” Bundy said. Bundy has enrolled at Eastern Oklahoma College as another option. If he decides to play at EOC, he can enter the 2012 MLB draft. If Bundy goes to Texas he would have to wait three years before re-entering the draft. Bundy and Brian were among 12 finalists nominated based on athletic achievement, academic excellence and exemplary character. Past winners include NBA stars LeBron James, Dwight Howard, track and field Olympian Allyson Felix and WNBA star Candace Parker. Edmond Santa Fe’s Gunnar Nixon was also a boys finalist.

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Sports On Television For Wednesday (All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts. CYCLING 8 a.m. VERSUS — Tour de France, stage 11, Blaye-les-Mines to Lavaur, France SOCCER 11:30 a.m. ESPN — FIFA, Women's World Cup, semifinal, France vs. United States, at Moenchengladbach, Germany 2:15 p.m. ESPN — FIFA, Women's World Cup, semifinal, Japan vs. Sweden, at Frankfurt, Germany 8 p.m. ESPN2 — MLS/Premier League, World Football Challenge, Manchester United at New England

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL At A Glance All Times EDT East W L Pct GB Philadelphia 57 34 .626 —

Atlanta 54 38 .587 3 1/2 New York 46 45 .505 11 Washington 46 46 .500 11 1/2 Florida 43 48 .473 14 Central W L Pct GB Milwaukee 49 43 .533 — St. Louis 49 43 .533 — Pittsburgh 47 43 .522 1 Cincinnati 45 47 .489 4 Chicago 37 55 .402 12 Houston 30 62 .326 19 West W L Pct GB San Francisco 52 40 .565 — Arizona 49 43 .533 3 Colorado 43 48 .473 8 1/2 Los Angeles 41 51 .446 11 San Diego 40 52 .435 12 SMonday's Games No games scheduled Tuesday's Game NL All-Stars 5, AL All-Stars 1 Wednesday's Games No games scheduled Thursday's Games Florida at Chicago Cubs, 8:05 p.m. Milwaukee at Colorado, 8:40 p.m. San Francisco at San Diego, 10:05 p.m. American League

East W L Pct GB Boston 55 35 .611 — New York 53 35 .602 1 Tampa Bay 49 41 .544 6 Toronto 45 47 .489 11 Baltimore 36 52 .409 18 Central W L Pct GB Detroit 49 43 .533 — Cleveland 47 42 .528 1/2 Chicago 44 48 .478 5 Minnesota 41 48 .461 6 1/2 Kansas City 37 54 .407 11 1/2 West W L Pct GB Texas 51 41 .554 — Los Angeles 50 42 .543 1 Seattle 43 48 .473 7 1/2 Oakland 39 53 .424 12 Monday's Games No games scheduled Tuesday's Game NL All-Stars 5, AL All-Stars 1 Wednesday's Games No games scheduled Thursday's Games Cleveland at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Kansas City at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. Texas at Seattle, 10:10 p.m.

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Jury seated for Clemens trial By MARK SHERMAN and NEDRA PICKLER Associated Press WASHINGTON — An overwhelmingly female jury with little interest in baseball will decide whether former pitching star Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he said he never used performance-enhancing drugs. The jurors who took their seats Tuesday include a woman whose cousin, former outfielder Al Bumbry, was a coach for the Boston Red Sox when Clemens played for the team. Another woman on the jury said she believes Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick was “done wrong” in his criminal conviction in connection with dogfighting. The jury took shape after

four days of questioning by U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton and lawyers for both sides. Clemens’ defense team said the seven-time Cy Young Award winner will begin his defense by questioning the propriety of lawmakers’ investigation into whether Clemens used performance-enhancing drugs. Opening arguments are scheduled for Wednesday. The jury includes a 22year-old woman who works two part-time jobs and cares for her young daughter and an older woman who said her three-times-a-week dialysis treatments will not keep her from attending the trial. Another juror is a yoga teacher and lawyer who said she finds U.S. drug laws “a bit heavy-handed.” The two sides threw out

the maximum number of 20 people before the jury of 10 women and two men along with four alternates were seated. The jurors themselves were not told who among them are alternates. To keep the panel from encountering the dozens of journalists at the courthouse, the judge told them they will meet off site each daily, be bused into a back entrance and use nonpublic corridors. They will be served breakfast and lunch in what was once a judge’s chambers so they don’t have to use the cafeteria where reporters, attorneys and Clemens himself take their meals. Clemens sat and watched final jury selection but didn’t weigh in and left it to his lawyers to pick who will decide his fate. His wife, Deb-

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A.J. Campbell looks to complete a pass against Grove last season. Photo courtesy of Richard Stroud/Grove Sun

Q&A with A.J. Campbell, Tahlequah quarterback A.J. Campbell, who weighs 190 pounds while standing 6 feet, 1 inch tall, was just looking for a way to crack Tahlequah’s offensive rotation in 2010. Finally, in Tahlequah’s fourth game of the year last season, Campbell took to the field against Tulsa Central. The Tigers went 1-1 in Campbell’s first two starts before ending on a five-game skid. But with Campbell back in 2011, THS coach Charlie Cooper is hoping for good things with his more experienced quarterback. What’s your main focus while you’re leading the offense? To move the ball, get first downs and score touchdowns. If you had a preference, would you rather pass the ball or run the ball more often? I feel more comfortable passing it, but I don’t mind taking off and running. What improvements do you and your teammates need to make to get more wins in 2011?

bie, was back home in Houston with their sons after being in court last week, Clemens’ attorney Rusty Hardin said. She will be a witness in her husband’s defense and will not be allowed to attend the trial until after she testifies, a fact Hardin explained to jurors who might otherwise wonder where she was. Clemens’ attorney Michael Attanasio revealed Tuesday that Clemens plans to begin his defense by questioning if lawmakers’ investigation into whether he used performance-enhancing drugs was proper. Attanasio said the hearing held by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee in February 2008 had nothing to do with Congress’ responsibility for legislation.

A.J. CAMPBELL

We just need to get better as a football team — more conditioning and just work out more. What kind of hobbies do you enjoy outside of football?

and lifted Tahlequah to its first district win. From that point on, though, Tahlequah would follow with five straight losses to close out the campaign. But to reverse Tahlequah’s fortunes this season, Campbell has been hard at it in the weight room this summer. “Just been doing a lot of conditioning — a lot of running all the time,” he said. “Then, weight lifting on top of that.” Being still relatively new to the quarterback spot, Campbell has spent plenty of time learning and throwing the routes to his wide receivers this summer. “It’s very important to get all my routes down,” said Campbell, a two-sport athlete who wrestles for the Tigers. “That’ll help us win games and be successful.” Other than his passing

Just hanging out with friends, family and stuff like that. Being a two-sport athlete, which would you pick first: football or wrestling? Football. Wrestling was just another option. Are you a college or professional football fan? And if so, what are your favorite teams and why? I like mainly pro. I like the (New York) Jets because of (head coach) Rex Ryan, (quarterback) Mark Sanchez and just the way they play. –––––––––––––––––––––– Ben Johnson Press Sports Editor

ability, Campbell also possesses another important trait in Cooper’s offense. “His running ability is good,” said Cooper, whose offense showcases more running than throwing. “And he has a good arm, too.” And when talking about Campbell, Cooper wasn’t shy about declaring the upgrades his quarterback has made in the offseason. “A.J. is a guy that will be a much improved player after the experience he gained from last year,” said Cooper, whose team went 2-8 in his first year back on the job after coaching Tahlequah for 13 years in the 1980s and ‘90s. “He’ll be much more decisive this year, and he could possibly be the most improved player on the team.”

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“There is no greater pain than the loss of a child,” Box’s parents, Craig and Gail Box, said in a prepared statement. “The pain is intensified by knowing that the death of your child could have been prevented. “Anyone that knew Austin would give testament to his pure heart. The love and pride we feel for our son cannot be diminished by the cause of his death. He gave us so much joy and so many wonderful memories. He will forever be ‘Mommy’s baby’ and ‘Daddy’s little boy.’” A friend found Box unresponsive in the friend’s El Reno home and called authorities the morning of May 19. The friend told a dispatcher Box wasn’t breathing, that Box had been taking pain pills, and later told a police officer “he believed he had overdosed.” An autopsy found the painkillers oxymorphone, morphine, hydrocodone, hydromorphone and oxycodone in Box’s system, along with the anti-anxiety drug alprazolam. The report noted Box’s significant medical conditions included cardiomegaly, or an enlarged heart, and a chronic pain history. Box starred at Enid High School, leading the Plainsmen to the Class 6A title game in 2006, playing quarterback, running back, wide receiver and free safety at different times. He redshirted with the Sooners in 2007 and played in 10 games as a freshman in 2008, starting four at middle linebacker. He suffered a knee injury late in the season and missed the Big 12 Conference championship game. He played in 10 games in 2009, starting a game each at outside linebacker and inside linebacker. But, as his family noted, he had a long history of injuries during the past seven years, many of which required surgery. The most recent came last August, when his parents said he had a disc rupture in his back and he lost the feeling in his left foot. “We were certain his career was over,” they said. “As always though, he battled back when he saw the team needed him.” The 6-foot-1, 228-pound Box returned to start the final five games last season for the Sooners, recording his second career interception in a win over Oklahoma State and making eight tackles as OU beat Connecticut in the Fiesta Bowl. He was expected to start this season for the Sooners. In an interview with The Oklahoman, attorney Craig Box recalled taking a four-day trip with his son to watch the St. Louis Cardinals play and that he never saw his son take any medicine other than “liquid Advil.” Gail Box, a school counselor, said after her son underwent elbow surgery in 2009 and was prescribed painkillers, he refused to take all the medicine. “He only took that medication for a couple of days and then he said, ‘No,’” she told the newspaper. She described her son as a “silent sufferer.” In their statement, Box’s parents said “it is with much sadness; we look back and see that recently Austin had turned to other methods of managing his pain.” They said they’re hopeful people using such a combination of painkillers “will see this tragic accident as a message and think about the consequences.”

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Peggs Community Church Services opened July 10 with prayer led by Joe Barnes, with 91 in attendance. The devotional was from Psalms 78:1-14, and the first song was “Just a Little Talk With Jesus.” Happy birthday to Natalie Polak, Ken Polak, and Jared Cole. Get-well prayers and wishes go up once more for Viola Fletcher. It was very, very good to see Letha Cronin back with us Sunday. Her health has prevented her from attending church for nearly a year, if not longer. On Sunday, July 17, at 2 p.m. services will be held at Grace Living Center on North Vinita – our new, “usual” third Sunday mission. The Lady Samaritans’ Indian taco dinner is Saturday, July 23, beginning at 5 p.m. Our singing is Friday, July 29, at 7 p.m., and there will be a baptizing on July 30, at 2 p.m. held at Bailey’s pool. Brother Rex took his message this morning from John 15:9-17 and talked of “the 11th commandment.” Jesus commanded his disciples, and us, to love one another as he loved us. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? You love your spouse, your kids, your friends, but how about the guy that cussed you out last week? Or the person you feel cheated you on a business deal? Do you love them? Another example: The homeless person who wanders the streets begging for money to get another bottle of alcohol; do you love him? We’re supposed to. Not so easy anymore, is it? And yet, as born-again Christians, we are commanded to do just that. Christ loves them, and we are supposed to be Christlike, aren’t we? Believe we need to work on this 11th commandment a bit more; I know I do. How ‘bout you? Kay Cordray

Harvey’s Chapel Baptist Based on the number of Bible verses dedicated to it, we can conclude prayer is a very important subject. Throughout the Bible, we see individuals and groups praying privately and publicly. Jesus himself prayed regularly, frequently and consistently. Even now, Jesus is at the right hand of the father praying for his followers. I am convinced that I and most other believers pray far too little, and what is worse, mostly for good things, not the best things. On two different occasions, Jesus gave us a model prayer, which we have called “the Lord’s prayer.” Some would say that “the disciple’s prayer” is a better term. Either is a perfect name. The prayer is from the Lord. The prayer is for the disciple. The first version is in Matthew 6 in his first sermon, the Sermon on the Mount. He turned to the subject of prayer early in the message. First, he established the qualifications for being in the kingdom, then he immediately turned his attention to prayer. The second occasion for Christ giving the model prayer is found in Luke 11. This time it was in response to a request from a disciple who asked to be taught to pray. Here, Christ gave the model prayer followed by two parables on prayer, plus some expected outworking of prayer. The two model prayers are similar, but there are some major differences. The version in Luke is shorter, leaving out references to God’s will being done, God’s kingdom come, etc. One major difference, however, involves a difference in the preliminary instruction for each. The prayer in Matthew 6 begins with an admonition, “not to use vain or meaningless repetition.” The prayer in Luke 11 begins with “when you pray, say.” The proper use of “the Lord’s prayer” has been dis-

cussed and debated for centuries. Is it something we should recite individually and corporately? Or is it simply a guide, a model, a blueprint to give us an attitude, a direction, a viewpoint for prayer? It seems to me that it is both. The problem is not in the reciting. The problem is in vain or meaningless repetition. I have long been aware of the waste and danger involved in singing lies. Many, including myself, sing lies in church every week. The words of the songs are not the problem – the attitude of our hearts is the problem. We really do not mean that which the songwriter put on paper. The same thing is true in reciting a rote prayer. The waste and danger is just as possible in that. Also, be very aware: It is just as possible and likely to do this same thing in our own prayers, which theoretically come from our own heart. We form habits, relying on familiar phrases, which have come to have little meaning for us because we can repeat them with no regard to their substance. Once again, repetition is not the problem – meaningless repetition is the problem. Prayer is important enough (never forget to whom you speak) that we ought to consider and choose our words carefully. God can handle whatever we say to him. He knows our thoughts and our intentions, regardless of what we say. Choosing our words carefully, refusing meaningless repetition, will cause us to behave in a way more consistent with our prayers, which is a thing that is desperately needed. Repeating the words of Matthew 6:9-13 can be a meaningful and rewarding and worshipful experience for the individual and for the corporate body of believers. However, we must be careful to truly focus on the meaning of the words. We must also take an honest assessment of our own intentions regarding those words, which Lord willing will be the topic of my next article. Pastor Steve Ellison

Mt. Zion General Baptist Morning services July 10 began with the congregational song, “Heaven’s Jubilee.” Don Sheppard opened service with prayer. Other songs followed along with special prayer requests and a season of prayer. The devotional, by George Murphy, was from St. Luke 1: 7-14. The adult lesson, by Philip Hix, was from Genesis 21: 22-34; 22:: 1-24. Mt. Zion Quartet opened worship service with “Paid in Full,” and “How Precious is the Flow.” Rev. Jimmy Bell delivered the message from Psalm 136: 1-26. The mercies of God endure forever. Mercy is a kind and compassionate treatment unto those who are offenders. We serve a merciful God who does not mete out just punishment to we who deserve it. God is longsuffering to us. He is mindful of his creation. We have a God who looks beyond our faults and sees our needs. Services closed with an altar call and song “Precious Lord, Hold My Hand,” with one soul responding. Services dismissed with a handshake of welcome for our new convert. Attendance was 71. Evening services opened with the song, “He Set Me Free.” Rev. Glen Carpenter asked God’s blessing upon the service. Mt. Zion youth, Martha Bell, Bill Casas, Gleaners, Kristi and daughters Zoee and Breeze Ward, Brooke Bell and the Bell sisters all sang specials along with testimonial service. Shirley Hays and DeWitt Bell opened worship service with “Show Mercy to Me, Lord.” Rev. Jimmy Bell delivered the message from St. Matthew 5: 13-16. The blood bought church is the salt of the Earth and the

light of the world. If the salt has lost his savor, it is good for nothing but to be cast out and trodden under feet of men. The church today as a whole is falling short of what it used to be. Our world is in decay today because it has forsaken God on every side. We don’t see God lifted up as he was by our forefathers. Evil and darkness are creeping in around us as the light is getting dimmer and dimmer. Services closed with an universal prayer for rain and the needs of everyone. Attendance was 47. Rev. Beverly Murphy delivered the Wednesday evening message from Revelation 2: 8-10; 21: 1-7. Attendance was 32. Lula Thompson

St. Basil’s Episcopal Scripture readings for the fourth Sunday after Pentecost were: Genesis 25: 19-34, Psalm 119: 105-112, and Matthew 13: 1-9, 18-23. Sunday’s gospel reading from Matthew is the familiar parable about the sower who indiscriminately sows seed in different types of ground, and the relative success or lack thereof of that seed to flourish, based on the soil type on which it falls. This is the first parable that appears in the Gospel of Matthew, and the reader is fortunate in that Jesus provides an interpretation, leaving the question, “What type of ground do we provide for God’s seed?” A young Episcopal widower tells a story about how after the death of his spouse, a group of Christians from another worshipping community came to him. They assumed he was angry with God and ready to close off his heart. He remembers being a bit perplexed; his experience was that God was there, grieving deeply and sustaining, supporting and holding him in the palm of God’s hand. This man’s seeds of faith had been properly watered and nourished and had grown into a faith that sustained him during a very hard time. This parable ends with Jesus saying, “Let anyone with ears listen.” From this parable, we can extrapolate that 75 percent of the seed will fall on ground that will not yield fruit. But we can also learn that God is an indiscriminate sower – that God continues to cast seed, regardless of the type of ground. And that against the odds, God’s seed bears fruit and yields. And that is the good news. Call the church office, at (918) 456-3649, for more information on church services, activities or study group information. Holy Eucharist services are Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday at 10 a.m. Marjorie Malone

Northside Baptist Under direction of Tonya Garrett, Northside morning worship hymns were on love and reaching out to help, with “People Need the Lord,” “The Bond of Love,” “Tell the Good News,” and “Share His Love.” The congregation was led in prayer by Marion Snead; and Judy Browning, WMU director, read morning scripture and pushed for donations of school supplies to be handed out in backpacks at the Community Building Aug. 6. Special music was by Tonya Garrett, as she did a praise song both vocally and in sign language. Pastor J.E. Cook’s sermon geared toward the importance of children from Matthew, “Jesus Loves the Little Children.” Although not every child is brought by a parent to the house of God, as Christians, we are to be sensitive to the spiritual needs of all children, not just our own. Northside Baptist will be having Vacation Bible School for any child who wants to attend from ages 4 through the sixth grade, July 11-15, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. There

will be Bible lessons, recreation, music, crafts, snacks and just a general great time for kids. On Friday night, there will be a carnival for the kids with a water slide and hot dogs and popcorn. From July 18-22, youth ministers Darin and Lindsay Kight will be taking the youth camping at Riverside Resort and going to the water park at Siloam Springs. Cathe Estill will resume ladies’ Bible study class on Tuesday, July 12, at 10 a.m. On Aug. 21, Northside will be having a roundup Sunday, with cookout, good music and everyone dressing “western.” There is really something for everyone at Northside, and as Pastor Cook says, “By the way, did I tell you? God loves you.” Viola Cook

Unitarian Universalist Unitarians subscribe to seven principles that guide us in moving forward together. They are respect for the worth and dignity of every person; justice, equity and compassion in human relations; acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth; a free and responsible search for truth and meaning; the rights of conscience and the use of the democratic process; the goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all; and respect for the interdependent web of all existence. A few years go, Rev. William F. Schulz, who had been the president of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations for eight years, was asked to describe faith affirmations that would be typical of the vast majority of Unitarians. In answer, he wrote this. “This is of course my own way of putting it, but it would, I think, be recognizable to most of my co-religionists: “Whatever we think the holy be, creation itself is holy (we cherish the earth and all its creatures, the stars in all their glory). ... Life’s gifts are available to everyone, not just the chosen or the saved (we cannot be separated from the source of blessings). ... That which is divine (or, if you prefer, most precious and profound) is made evident, not in the miraculous or otherworldly, but in the simple and the everyday ... human beings themselves are responsible for the planet and its future (social justice is a religious obligation; the future is never fixed by fate). ... Every one of us is held in creation’s hand – we share its burdens and its radiance – and hence strangers need not be enemies (our only inherent enemies are violence, poverty, injustice, and oppression) ... though death confronts us all, we love life all the more even though we may lose it (death does not rob an honorable and impassioned life of its value).” Rev. Schulz’s answer holds many truths. One of them, in his own words, is this: “Too often in this world, religion has been the agent of division and fear. Unitarian Universalism seeks to heal a fractured world and the broken lives within it by calling every one of us to the best that is in us.” This is his, and our, “salve of a generous heart.” Here to heal our wounds, to eradicate fear, and to honor life’s mysteries. See you in church, at College and Delaware, at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Rev. Douglas L. Inhofe

Cookson United Methodist Pastor Rudy Freese, his family and the congregation invite you and your family to the 36th annual Cookson Jubilee this Friday and Saturday. The church will have a welcome booth indoors, while the Driven Youth ministry group led by Marcia Martin will host children games at the game booth. Proceeds from their booth will go

to support youth activities. A large number of members will be working at nearly every area for you to enjoy the heat, the “eats,” the music and craft booths. A pancake breakfast will be held Saturday morning at the Tenkiller Airpark. Welcome everyone to Cookson. The Oklahoma Blood Institute will host the Cookson Community blood drive Monday, July 18, from 2:305:30 p.m. It will be in the fellowship hall. Thank you for your support and giving the gift of life. Last Sunday, Pastor Rudy’s message was titled, “Walking in the Spirit.” The scripture reading was Romans 8:1-11. A true transformation is when the Holy Spirit is engaged in our everyday life. This scripture is freedom. Christ has given us the forgiveness from our transgressions. Everyone needs a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. There is a void that stays empty without Jesus Christ in your heart. Those controlled by a sinful nature cannot please God. Pastor Rudy quoted John Wesley. There are two kinds of bondage. One is a natural bondage. The spiritual senses are not awake. It is sort of like sleepwalking. The other is legal bondage. You are aware of the distance between God and you. Allow God’s grace to work in your life and free you from this bondage. With the Holy Spirit inside of you, you will have the fruits of the spirit listed in Galatians 5. The old way is put aside. The evidence is shown by your life. God has a call on each and every person’s life. God wants you to use your gifts for the common good of building up God’s kingdom. One Corinthians 12: 7-11 is a partial list of gifts. The church is not a body of individuals. One Corinthians 12:12,13: “The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one spirit into one body.” He had the congregation partner up and use their hands to demonstrate the moves of “here is the church, here is the steeple and see all the people.” It takes everyone to build up the kingdom. Use all your gifts so that we might be transformed for God’s glory. The traditional service was blessed by special music from Lauren Freese. There was also several guests in both services visiting in this area. They were gracious enough to bless us with their presence. Pastor Rudy and the congregation are looking forward to meeting you and yours. Sunday services are as follows: Praise service is at 8:30 a.m., followed by Sunday school for all ages at 9:45 a.m. The traditional service begins at 11 a.m. A nursery is provided for children 5 years and under. On Wednesdays, there is a youth oriented worship service that begins at 6:30 p.m. A light supper precedes the service. Cookson United Methodist Church is on the corner of highway 82, south, and Cookson Bend Road. Call (918) 457-5717 for more information or check the website, at www.cookson umc.com. Cindy Ballew

Barber Baptist Hello. The Lord is good to those who are called by his name. Lamentations 3:21: “This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope.” Pastor Joe Taylor continued his series from the Gospel of John. This week his message was titled, “Passing the Torch,” from John 1:35-51: “Again the next day after John stood, and two of his disciples. And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, behold the lamb of God. And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.” John the Baptist preached

about repentance and the coming messiah. The light that John bore became dimmer as Jesus took on the ministry that God had set before him. Jesus started gathering disciples to himself. They, in turn, went out and sought out their brothers, friends and coworkers. In John 1:40, it tells us Andrew heard and followed Jesus, and found Simon Peter, his brother, and told him of finding the messiah. John 1:43 said Jesus went to Galilee and found Philip and said to him follow me. Afterward, Philip went and got Nathanael and told him about finding the messiah. The verses and the men who were later called “the Apostles” showed how to pass the torch. Passing the torch is all about who Jesus is and how to receive him as savior. It is about magnifying the light of Jesus Christ. When John said he must increase and I must decrease, he set the first example for us to follow. The disciples of Christ followed that same pattern as Jesus showed them the way. It is so more about what and who we are, but what we have become in Christ. The light that shines forth from you is the light of the only begotten son of God. Just as a torch or lamp lights up a dark cave enough for us to see, so does the light of Christ. No heart is too dark for the light of Jesus to penetrate. No person is too far away for that light to reach them. With it, each witness each person who comes to know Jesus his light glows brighter. Become a messenger of light and bring others out of darkness by the love of Christ, showing forth from your heart. Vacation Bible School is winding down, and we have had a great time with more and more young people coming each night. Coming up next is the July Bible conference, at the First Baptist Church in Stilwell, from July 17-20. Repair work on the Family Care Ministries building in Sallisaw is scheduled for July 28-30. Ron Vann

First Baptist This Sunday was an incredible time at FBC of Tahlequah, as the church learned just how active God was in the lives of the students and sponsors at Falls Creek last week. Many made decisions to either start a relationship with Christ or strengthen the one they already had. Others made commitments to serve God in full time ministry. Thank you to everyone who supported these students, either financially or through prayer. Continue to pray for them as they live out all they have learned and the commitments they have made. We are excited to see how God will work at KMAK next week, as we know he will be just as faithful to change the lives of our students as he has been doing throughout the summer. The group of third- through sixthgraders will be leaving Monday, July 18, and return Thursday, July 21. Be lifting them up in prayer as they spend time learning that “God’s love is big and strong and loud.” Join us this coming Sunday, July 17, for a special time of worship. We have a variety of Sunday school classes, which will all meet at 9:30 a.m., followed by the morning worship service at 10:45 a.m. The band “New Fire,” will join us to lead the service. At 6 p.m., FBC-Tahlequah will be hosting “New Fire” in concert. “New Fire” is an acoustic/pop style duo from Tulsa. They travel throughout the country sharing their music and we are excited to have them at our church this Sunday. Everyone is invited to join us. Enjoy the week and we will see you Sunday. Autumn Pierce

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Swaggart to speak at FG Trinity Family Worship FORT GIBSON – Pastor Donnie Swaggart will be at Trinity Family Worship, 500 E. Poplar, in Fort Gibson for Campmeeting 2011. Services will be Aug. 19-20, beginning at 7 p.m. nightly, and Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. “I am called by God to bring the message of Pentecost to those bound by cold,

formal, lifeless reli“The Refiner’s Fire” gion, and to reintrohas been ordained by duce the Pentecostal God to stir the hearts of fire and the Pentethose hungry for more costal way of life to of Christ. those of my generaSwaggart functions tion who have never under the title of pasgone beyond the ini- SWAGGART tor/evangelist, as he not tial baptism experience,” only travels around the world Swaggart said. in ministry, but he also serves He said his message of as co-pastor of Family Wor-

ship Center Church in Baton Rouge, La., along with his father, Rev. Jimmy Swaggart. Donnie Swaggart has been involved in full-time ministry work for over 20 years. He makes his home in Baton Rouge, but his ministry travels have taken him across the U.S., South Africa, Australia, Scotland, England, Sweden,

Norway, Brazil, Mexico, and Papua New Guinea, Nigeria, France, India, Canada, Belgium, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Columbia, Costa Rica and Denmark. He is also regularly seen on the Sonlife Broadcasting Network around the world. His desire for his life and for the lives of those to whom

he ministers is summed up in the words of the Apostle Paul found in Ephesians 2:22: “In Whom you are built together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.” For more information, call the church office, at (918) 478-2205, or visit its website, at www.trinityfamilyworship.org.

Blood drive set at CUMC

What made me give my life to Christ

The Cookson community is hosting a drive, sponsored by the Cookson Baptist Church and the Cookson United Methodist Church, from 2-5:30 p.m., Monday, July 18, in the fellowship hall of the Methodist Church. Each donor will get a voucher for two tickets to the Tulsa Zoo, Oklahoma Blood Institute T-shirt, and free health screenings. Donors will enjoy a beans-and-cornbread meal. Anyone who is healthy and 16 years of age can donate, and donations can be made every 56 days. Donors can support The

This week, I just haven’t been inspired to write a column. Perhaps it’s the heat? I once asked a pastor what he does when he runs out of sermon material. He said he starts rewriting and revamping earlier sermons. OK, I’m going to start at the beginning and reprint an edited copy of my first Christian column published in the Daily Press on May 4, 1983. Little did I know that I’d still be writing a column 28 years later. Now I always believed in God. In addition, if you’d asked me if I was a Christian,

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by forgoing the Tshirt. OBI will make a monetary donation of similar value to support The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For information or to make an appointment, call OBI, at (877) 340-8777. Appointments can also be made by calling Dessie Goodrich, at (918) 457-5715. Those 16 years old must weigh at least 125 pounds and have parental permission; those 17 years old must weigh at least 125 pounds; and those 18 years or older must weigh 110 pounds.

Believer’s Arena Gene Ruth Brumback

sure, I would have said yes. In the same breath, I would have also exalted apple pie and baseball – the American way. However, I learned the real meaning of life when I accepted Jesus Christ in my heart, when I gave Christ the authority to direct and guide me, and when I learned “not my will, but thine be done”

I Faith News First Apostolic Songs of worship and praise followed prayer as services opened for Sunday morning, July 10. Brother Ketcher taught “Fasting,” from Matthew 6 and 9, 1 Corinthians 10 and 15, Matthew 6, Luke 4, Daniel 10, Acts 9, Isaiah 58 and Matthew 6. Fasting opens doors that otherwise would not be opened. There is power in fasting and prayer. Fasting gives us leverage as one of the most powerful weapons against the enemy. Fasting helps us to conquer temptations and keep them subdued. The church was planned in the mind of God, from before the foundations of the world. He knew how it would look, how it would act and how it would be. Fasting and discipline are not just in not eating, but in each area of our lives – our faithfulness to church, in prayer and our consecration. Jesus said, “when ye fast.” He expects us to fast. Fasting is not to lose weight or because we don’t have time to eat, but it is to seek for answers, spiritual reasons and victory. We are to pray while we fast – not just go about our everyday activities – and read our Bible more, so God can honor our fast. We fast to get God’s

attention, not man’s. The Lord sees our fasting in secret and he rewards us openly. There are three types of fasting. The first is fasting food, but drinking water, just as Jesus did in the wilderness. Secondly, you can abstain from both food and water, but no longer than three days of absolute fast, lest it become dangerous to our bodies. It is the most effective fast. God sees that sacrifice as it is with a spirit of desperation that we seek answers in an absolute fast. Thirdly, there’s a partial fast wherein we keep ourselves from certain foods and things that we enjoy. Daniel fasted for three weeks without pleasant food or drink. We need to discipline ourselves from activities besides food and drink in this type of fast. It needs to be a longer time to be effective. All of these fasts have an impact and they will gain the attention of God. Fasting takes us to a realm in God that we cannot attain without it. The things we need to do while fasting are to stop doing wrong, lay aside all burdens and usual responsibilities, forgive others and break every yoke of bondage we are under. Lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily bests us - set it aside and do not give in to it. Keep our con-

secration. By following these guidelines, we can expect God to come through for us, doors to be opened, to receive our reward and get results. Hell cannot stop the move of God in our behalf; God will honor our fast and He will say, “Here I am.” He will take the yoke from you and the things oppressing you when you fast. Visit anytime: Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. We are two miles south on Welling Road. Call (918) 431-0075. Nancy Walker

King’s Aid Station Pastor Allen began her Sunday morning sermon saying the love of God is without fear. The greatest fear that you’ll have is that the one person or the thing you have will stop loving you or you’ll lose it. But God never stops loving you. Friends are not like a Kleenex. Use it and then throw it away. The best way is not to notice a suffered wrong, it’s hard to get to that place. Our past childhood experiences can hinder our present. Things scare us and things disturb us and we don’t understand why. As adults, we may not be up for the job to love someone due to the fears we’ve acquired. It would be

nice if the pastor could stick a screwdriver and tighten it in one’s ear and cause them to become perfect, fearless Christians. People who oppose us can become an enemy to our Christian goals. How do we handle our perceived enemies? We love like God loves us. Instead of opposing one another, we cover for one another. When the prodigal son returned home, his father threw his cloak around him to cover his filth. As Christian brothers and sisters, we should prefer one another. We should help each other and work in perfect love. Real love will let someone or something go. Even though we know it will be a rough road, we let them go. Even though we would miss the object, if someone else needs it, we let it go out of love. Learn to love and you will not fail. You may have to give up things you love. It may take years, but God will empower you to do it. KAS welcomes all to attend and become a member by regular attendance. We want to share the love of God, the power of the Holy Ghost and Jesus to all. Come, be filled with the Holy Ghost. Let’s praise God for everything. Call (918) 458-0350. Nita Murchinso

(Luke 22:42). I’ve never been happier. I came to Christ out of thanksgiving. My daughter, Sheryl Vassar, had a brain tumor and had surgery at City of Faith (Oral Roberts) Hospital in Tulsa. I stayed with her there. Everything good that could possibly happen did. They got all the growth; they didn’t think they could. The tumor was deep in her brain and the size of a golf ball. She had no disability or aftereffects. They had predicted the possibility of 25 to 50 percent disability on her left side, correctable with therapy. The victory after the eighthour surgery was like I’ve never seen before. Those of us waiting at the hospital cried,

hugged, rejoiced. Many people and churches (unknown to us until later) prayed for Sheryl. Those prayers rubbed off on me, too. That week, I also learned my dad didn’t have leukemia as suspected, that after his near-death bout with double viral pneumonia, he was going to be OK. While talking with a prayer partner at City of Faith, I accepted Christ on Feb. 18, 1983, at 2:30 a.m. I don’t regret my decision. Over the next few weeks, I’d like to share with you the changes in my life and the observations of a “babe in Christ.” Gene Ruth Brumback is an ordained minister.

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Steeley Springs opens services Steeley Springs Baptist Church members are inviting the community to weekly services. Bill Drywater is the pastor at Steeley Springs, and services are Sunday morning at 11, Sunday night at 5, and Wednesday night at 7. The church is north on State Highway 82 and east three-fourths of a mile on Steeley Hollow Road.

FPC to hold summer school The First Presbyterian Church is inviting the public to join its members for summer Sunday school, on July 17, 24, 31, and Aug. 7, at 9:45 a.m., at the church.

Evangelistic services coming up Evangelistic services will be held on July 20-21, at 7 p.m. at the Cherokee County Community Building in Tahlequah. Rev. Paul Etter, from Daystar Ministries of Stilwell, will speak.

Briggs Holiness slates revival The Briggs Holiness Church will be having a revival with Evangelist Derek Stinnett of West Fork, Ark., on Sunday, July 17, at 6 p.m. and July 18-20, at 7 p.m. The church is inviting everyone in the community to join for the service each night. For more information, call Pastor Shawn Petree, at (918) 696-2780.

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First Baptist Church 201 S. Commercial Rd. • Tahlequah, OK “Growing Healthy Families” Pastor, Buddy Hunt Weekly Schedule: 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:45 a.m. - Morning Worship 6:00 p.m. - Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. -Wednesday Discipleship 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday Youth in the Upper Room For more information please call (918) 456-0668 anytime! Location: One block South of Downing St. on the Eastside of Bertha Parker Bypass

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Daily Press July 13th, 20th and 27th, 2011. IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR CHEROKEE COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CHASE HOME ) FINANCE LLC ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) JOE ELLIS WILSON, ) JR.; et al. ) Defendants. ) Judge ) Case No. CJ-2010-296 ALIAS NOTICE OF PUBLICATION THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THE SATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: JOE ELLIS WILSON, JR.; JANE DOE, HIS SPOUSE, IF MARRIED; IF LIVING, AND IF DECEASED, THEIR HEIRS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, DEVISEES, TRUSTEES, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS AND THE UNKNOWN SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

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AND THE UNKNOWN SUCCESSORS GREETINGS: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by Plaintiff in the above cause in the District Court of Cherokee County, Oklahoma, entitled Chase Home Finance LLC, Plaintiff v. Joe Ellis Wilson, Jr., et al., Defendants, and that you must answer the Petition of said Plaintiff on or before the 29 day of August, 2011, or the allegations of said Petition will be taken as true and a judgment will be entered for the sums due under the Note and Mortgage which are the subject of said suit in the amount of $64,496.62 with interest, attorney fees and all costs and a Decree ordering foreclosure of said Mortgage, barring your interest in the following described real property: South 1.00 Foot of Lot Five (5) and North 52.00 Feet of Lot Six (6), Block One (1), COOK’S REPLAT, a correction plat of a portion of RESERVOIR ADDITION to the City of Tahlequah, a Subdivision of a part of the Northeast Quarter (NE/4) of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) and all that part of the Southeast Quarter (SE/4) of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of Section 29, Township 17 North, Range 22 East, lying North of Oklahoma State Highway No. 51, commonly known as 235 N Moccasin Avenue, Tahlequah, OK 74464 (the “Property”)

DATED this 7th day of July, 2011. By: /s/ L. Foreman Deputy Clerk KIVELL, RAYMENT AND FRANCIS A Professional Corporation Jason Howell, OBA #19128 Triad Center I, Suite 550 7666 East 61st Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133 Telephone (918) 254-0626 Facsimile (918) 254-7915 E-mail: jhowell@kivell.com ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF KRF File #17314/JH

property. A copy of the Petition is attached. The hearing on the Petition will be held on the 26th day of July, 2011, at 10:30 o’clock a.m. in the District Courtroom of the District Court of Cherokee County, State of Oklahoma, in the Cherokee County Courthouse in Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma. At the hearing, Shirley Whitworth may be appointed General Guardian of your person and your property. The Judge will explain to you the nature, purpose and effect of the proceedings. You have the right to attend the hearing. You may confront and crossexamine all witnesses and present your own witnesses. You have the right to request that your hearing be closed to the public. You may request that an expert be appointed to examine you and if the Judge believes that an examination is necessary, the Judge will order and evaluation to be done. You have the right to hire and attorney of your choice to represent you. If you do not have an attorney and you wish to be represented by an attorney at the hearing, the Court will appoint one for you. You may request the appointment of an attorney orally or in writing prior to the hearing or at the hearing. If you are able, you will be required to pay the cost of an attorney appointed by the Court. Dated this 29th day of June, 2011. Mark L. Dobbins JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT Wayne Bailey, OBA#19746 Bailey Law, PLC

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Bids will be due Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. by the Nation’s Acquisition Management Department. Bid must be sealed and clearly marked “SEALED BID, DO NOT OPEN, SOLICITATION: FOOD DISTRIBUTION EMERGENCY GENERATORS. Bids will be accepted from Indian and Non-Indian bidders who have received the bid packet, and attended the mandatory pre-bid meeting. Indian preference will be given only to bidders who provide proof of current certification from the Cherokee Nation Tribal Employments Office (TERO) located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, telephone number (918) 453-5000. Proof of TERO certification must accompany and be included in sealed bid submittal. Detailed announcement and deadline information are available at www.cherokeebids.org or by contacting Cherokee Nation Acquisition Management. Indian Preference applies to all Cherokee Nation requests for bids or proposals. To receive preference, bidder must be TERO certified through the Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Rights Office; proof of certification must accompany submittals. Successful bidder will be obligated to comply with Tribal rules and regulations and TERO.

Published in the Tahlequah Daily Press on July 13th and 20th, 2011. IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR CHEROKEE COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA IN THE MATTER OF: ) VICTOR R. RAY, ) ADULT ) Case No. PG-2011-32 NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GENERAL GUARDIAN OF PERSON AND PROPERTY OF HENRY MORROW WALLACE, INCAPACITATED PERSON TO: Victor R. Ray c/o Edna Lee’s Residential Care 421 W. South Ave. Vinita, OK 74301 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition has been filed in the above cause alleging that you are an incapacitated person and are incapable of caring for yourself and incapable of managing your property. The Petition requests that Shirley Whitworth be appointed by the Court as General Guardian of your person and your property to make decisions for you regarding yourself and your

Published in the Tahlequah Daily Press on July 13th and 17th, 2011. CHEROKEE NATION REQUEST FOR BID SUMMARY ANNOUNCEMENT CHEROKEE NATION FOOD DISTRIBUTION EMERGENCY GENERATORS LOCATION: JAY, SALINA, SALLISAW, STILWELL, OKLAHOMA The Cherokee Nation is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide and install four (4) stand-by, natural gas, emergency generators with tier 3 emissions and to install gas meters and piping. Interested parties are to provide a bid to furnish all labor, quality control, materials, supplies, and supervision to complete the entire project. The project must be fully completed by September 30, 2011. The scope of work is available in the bid packet. The bid packet contains all specifications and all necessary form documents. To receive a bid packet, interested parties may contact Cherokee Nation Acquisition Management; Jeananna Hendricks at (918)453-5219. There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference on July 18, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Food the Distribution Program Conference Room located in the Cherokee Nation Tribal Complex at 17675, South Muskogee Avenue, Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

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