November 22, 2019 Issue, Page 5 of 10

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Community (a Friday, November 22, 2019 f . t| The Elk City News, Elk City, Oklahoma Page 5 She emphasized it only takes powerful prayer for God member Lou Ann Largent Baptist Church in Sayre on one person to offer a student and Country. We are sad passed away on Oct. 22 and Oct. 31. hope where there may other- to report that our precious her services were held at the wise be none. Arimathea invites the pub- ing Wellness and Resiliency edMelanie Randle report- about participating in a licto an informative semi- in Education). It is designed “Walk for our Country” at nar sponsored by Arimathea to increase awareness of Holiday Mini Market the state Capitol. Following A Holiday Mini Market pop up shop will have local purchased downtown and at at the Western Technology mental health issues. opening the meeting with will be held Saturday in small businesses and hand the Carnegie Hall for dona- Center at 1:30 p.m. today While serving as Okla- the collection led by Norma the Carnegie Hall located crafed items. tions. on the variety of services homa’s District President Warnke, Purcy Dale Walker offered by W.T.C. on the over 12 communities and at 215 West Broadway in The Merritt senior class The event will begin at 9 sang “The Star Spangled five campuses. The focus is 23 clubs, Lois Hubbard had Banner.” In addition he sang downtown Elk City. The will be wrapping presents a.m. and run until 4 p.m. on “Powering Oklahoma’s a call from the Rev. Dale a medley of “Battle Hymn Economy.” Industry specific Watermier of Clinton to be of the Republic,” “Ameri- training has 267 business- the Beckham County Repre- ca the Beatiful” and “God es being served. The club sentative on the five person Bless America.” Cards were would like to invite anyone committee who met with signed for several who were interested to attend. In the a SWOSU professor who facing health issues. The October meeting, speaker wrote a grant application last time Lois saw Lou Ann Carol Garrison asked what for Mental Health Services. Largent was when she came was the club’s purpose. They were successful and to her home to bring her a The General Federation of it covered eight counties. newspaper article that all the Women’s Clubs (GFWC) is They named it New Horizon mental health facilities lo- the largest women’s organi- and Lois served as secretary cated in Clinton were being zation in the world. The six ofthe board. Her name is on relocated to Weatherford. areas of study are: The arts, the contracts of the building As a member of the C and education, conservation, located in Clinton. It later E (Consultation and Educa- home life, public affairs and merged with the states Red tion) staff on New Horizon, international affairs. Norma Rock West. in 1982 Lou Ann received Warnke is the only member Carol Garrison stated she funding for the Upward Rotary students who was a “Little Sister” had worked for both and re- Bound Program submitted of the club while in high ported that Elk City had 18 by her to the United States school. The honor was dis- percent poverty rate. There Department of Education. It continued when it became are 32 homeless students was to help disadvantaged difficult to miss class. Mrs. within the district, 140 stu- youth to prepare for a more Kasen Moran and Savannah Kauk are the Elk City Rotary Club seniors Garrison told members of dents with an incarcerated productive life. Bob Bery of the month for November from Elk City High School. Staff photo by the AWARE grant (Advanc- parent and 24 in foster care. closed the meeting with a Don Munsch. Beckham/Roger Mills Unit of Oklahoma Retired Educators Association update Beckham/Roger Mills survive. The largest factor ity with details to be deter- the auction and a good appe- Phillis Smith will present the won the door prize. Linda Unit of Oklahoma Retired in these deaths is the lack of mined at a later date. tite for the Dutch treat lunch. devotional. Barbara Blake adjourned the meeting. Educators Association gath- pre-screening for cancer and Today’s program was pre- ered Nov. 8 for a luncheon poor health care treatment. sented by Judy, Carla, and meeting at Great Plains Re- These statistics are expected Tim Dewitt. The focus was gional Medical Center, Elk to increase substantially by to honor our Veterans. Judy City. President Linda Long the year 2020. AMBA has read a story about TAPS be- welcomed members Larry two policies that can be used ing played at military funer- PUBLIC AUCTION Long, Mary Fern Carpen- and combined so patients als. Carla shared the history ter, Phillis Smith, Lois Hub- can receive the highest qual- of TAPS. NICE HOME ON BEAUTIFUL LOT bard, Bill Hubbard, Barbara ity care with no out of pocket The hauntingly beauti- Blake, Carla Garrison, Cathy expenses to them. ful melody of TAPS filled AND A FEW HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS Lewis and guests, Tim and Linda gave the Legisla- the room as Mr. DeWitt IN ELK CITY, OKLAHOMA Conner Dewitt. tive report. Among other played his trumpet in honor Carla gave the invocation. items mentioned, she noted of all Veterans. Members Judy led the flag salutes. The that a review of the interim were touched as they were WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2019 @ 10:00 A.M. birthday song was sung for study for a COLA has been reminded of the freedom Judy’s November birthday. planned. She also reported Americans enjoy because of LOCATION: At the home located at 402 McArthur Blvd. in Elk City, OK (Located from W3rd Street, 9 blocks North on Washington Street) Judy presented the devotion- that members should keep those who are now serving al about “Blessings”. track of their volunteer hours and those who have served The minutes were ap- to be turned in by the end in the Armed Forces of the LEGAL DESCRIPTION: E 56 ft. of Lot 4 in Block 2 of the Washington Heights Addition to the City of Elk City, Beckham County, OK, proved and the treasurer’s of December. In addition, USA. report was accepted. OREA Cookbooks may still Dec. 13 marks the date The home is a 1950 home, having In the Membership report, be purchased and donations for retired teachers to join 1,069 sq. ft, of living area, with a 16 ft. x Cathy noted an increase to 67 to the Fund will be accepted. together for the 11:30 a.m. 44 ft. outdoor shed and fenced backyard. The home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with 2 members. She also shared the Final plans were made for Christmas Party/Auction at living areas and a kitchen with nice cabinets Membership Minute which Larry, Linda, Glenda and GPRMC. and a double sink. The home has a dining noted benefits members can Suzanne to attend the OREA This Auction, along with area and a very nice closed-in back porch. The home is carpeted throughout with receive with a Cancer Policy State Convention in Tulsa. food, fun, and fellowship, floor fumace heat and a nearly new wall air offered by AMBA. In Okla- Plans to recognize Ameri- is an entertaining way for conditioner. homa, an estimated 20,000 can Education Week, No- members to support the Also on the lots is a nice 16 ft x 14 ft. outdoor building. people will be diagnosed vember 18-22, were dis- OREA scholarship fund. with cancer and 45 percent cussed. Members decided to Members are encouraged to TERMS OF THE HOME: 10% of the purchase price due day of sale to be placed in escrow, balance of those diagnosed will not make a change in this activ- bring a Christmas item for due at closing. Possession will be given at closing. Selling Surface Rights Only. Home sells “AS IS" IN ‘WHERE IS CONDITION” Gardener Class To sell after the home 1-Gas Cook Stove Several End Tables 1-Portable Dishwasher Several Table Lamps 1-Floral Divan 4-Lot of Glasses-Dishes-Ete. 1-Striped Hide-A-Bed Divan 4-Lot of Linens-Bedspreads-Pillows 4-Chair 4-TV. Set Gardener Class will be please call Greg Hartman in sity is committed to a policy 1-Dining Table, Chairs & Matching Hutch |) ‘-loe Cream Freezer held Monday evening from the Beckham County OSU of equal opportunity for all 4-Set of China 4-Fertiizer Spreader 6 to 7:30 p.m., starting De- Extension/Washita Coun- 1-Dresser & Bed 41-Hose & Reel individuals and does not 1-2 Drawer Filing Cabinet ‘Several More Items cember 2, 2019 at ty offices at 580-928-2139, discriminate based on race, Several Shelves TERMS: Payment in full day of sale the Western Technology 580-832-3356 or Danny 1-Vacuum Center 301 Western Drive, Cook in the Roger Mills religion, sex, color, national Elk City, OK 73644, topics County office at 580-497- origin, marital status, sexual HINZ AUCTION include: “Container 3339. orientation, gender identity/ Gardening” & “Roses”, Oklahoma State Univer- expression, disability, or this class is open to Public sity, as an equal opportunity veteran status with regard to with no cost for the class. employer, complies with all employment, educational LAND - CATTLE - MINERALS - MACHINERY CATTLE SALE EVERY FRIDAY 0 Jimmie Hinz -Broker There will be classes offered applicable federal and state 1-40 at Exit 580.774.4644 programs and_ activities, Jim Hinz-Broker in January & February laws regarding non-discrim- with “timely topics” more ination and affirmative ac- and/or admissions. 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