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Serving Western Oklahoma Since 1901 Weekend Edition Beutler Sisters Honored by National Rodeo Hall of Fame By Sheryl Ponce professionals since 1955. Riddle and Shireman are ‘The National Rodeo Hall of the daughters of Jiggs and Una Fame inducted Dollie Beut- Beutler. They grew up in the ler Riddle and Vickie Beutler family rodeo business where Shireman into the Rodeo Hall their mother was the rodeo of Fame Sat., Nov. 9th, at the secretary for the Beutler and Sam Noble Special Events Son Rodeo. Center in Oklahoma City. “At age 14, Dollie became a The sisters were honored at trick-rider, which she did at the banquet that included a major rodeos from 1965 to champion’ dinner, induction 1979. Vickie also learned to ceremony and benefit auction. trick ride but gave it up after ‘There was a week of cele- breaking her back in an acci- brations that also included a dent? the program described reception on Friday evening the elder sister. at the Prosperity Junction. Both sisters learned how The National Rodeo Hall of to be a secretary and how to Fame is located in the Nation- time events from their moth- al Cowboy and Western Her- er. Dollie served as a timer at itage Museum in Oklahoma the National Finals Rodeo five Paul Kumpf, Gail Webb Muncrief, and Sheryl Ponce who were inducted into the WOHS Hall of Fame. City where they have honored rodeo legends and related See RODEO page X WOHS Celebrates Hall of Fame Inductees tion and the flag salute, Judy Haught By Sheryl Ponce introduced the entertainment for the Kad Last week the Western Oklahoma evening, which was a group of fourth, | Historical Society once again induct- fifth, and sixth graders from the Unit- ed three individuals into the WOHS ed Methodist Church called the 456 "4 Hall of Fame. The banquet took place Choir, under the direction of Lauren at 6:30 p.m., at the United Methodist Shelton. Church, with food being prepared After the dinner was served, the first by Cattle Call, and served by the Elk inductee, Paul Kumpf was introduced Picture are Jennie Murray daughter of Vickie Shireman, Dollie Riddle and City FFA Chapter. Friends, family, by longtime friend, Terry Jordan. He her daughter Melissa Navarre. and WOHS members were all there described Kumpf’s honors and histo- to support them. Paul Kumph, Gail ry ofdedication to the City of Elk City Webb Muncrief, and Sheryl Ponce and community to those attending were honored by the group. WOHS Board Meets the ceremony. Then Kumpf came to President Mike Blevins welcomed the podium to thank the historical so- the guests and introduced the WOHS ciety as well as his family and friends. Board Members, former Hall of Fame “After a few years in Elk City, there By Sheryl Ponce See WOHS page X Gail Webb Muncrief as she prepares to work on inductees, and the new museum cu- rator, Anna Wray. After the invoca- her latest foundation. The Western Oklahoma Historical Society met for their reg- ular meeting Monday, Nov. 18th, at 11 a.m., in Elk City’s West- ern Technology Center. The meeting took place one week early because of the Thanksgiving holiday. ‘The meeting was called to RCCT Announces New Season order by President Mike Blevins, who also gave the invocation. ‘The minutes of the last meeting were approved, followed by the approval ofthe treasurer's report, which was given by Beverly By Sheryl Ponce The show was written by Ken Lud- comedy that is set in Buffalo, New York, Jordan. She gave an updated accounting of the recent flea market wig, and is about US Army Captain Jack in 1953. It centers around George and income and expenses. ‘The Red Carpet Community Theatre Ludwig. He is a military doctor who is Charlotte Hay, who are playing “Private The board then went over the standing reports. Jim Coffey put together their 2025 season and re- stationed in Oregon. He starts to write Lives” and “Cyrano De Bergerac” with ‘was not present; therefore, no farm and ranch report was giv- cently revealed shows slated for the new to Louise Rabiner. She is an actress and five actors. The cast of characters are en. Randy Haggard said there was nothing to report about the year. They are opening the new year with dancer in New York City. Ludwig wants down on their luck. The show will open blacksmith shop. the Ovation Awards, which will take to meet her someday, but the war con- April 4, and run the Sth, 6th, 11th, 12th, Judy Haught gave the archives report, which included the place on Jan. 25th, and followed by their tinued to threaten to end their relation- and 13th. acquisition of a file cabinet and acid free files. It was placed first production, “Dear Jack Dear Lou- ship. In June, “Bridges of Madison County” in the education building. She also talked about a photo from ise” in February. The show will open Feb. ‘The next show will be “Moon Over 14th and run through the 15th and 16th. Buffalo” by Ken Ludwig. It is a 1995 See RCCT page X See MEETS page X Hometown Christmas Approaches in Elk City Promotions By Sheryl Ponce enters the shopper into an in- opportunities there will be to Carrol’s Shoe Corner, Circle A Center, LaDonne’s Wine and Sailer +Sage, The Attic Door, store drawing at participating win, It is an evening of shop- Western Wear, Currell’s Do It Spirits, Lipsomb Dealerships, ‘The Candy Shack, The Coo- The annual “Hometown businesses. ping and anticipation. The Center, Damron Jewelers, Da- Little Gray & Co., L&R Tire Coo Swan, The Depot Trad- Christmas” promotions start- The grand prize drawing downtown merchants will be vis Printing, Co., D.J. Rentals and Truck Service, Natural ing Co., The Everett Blake So- ed Noy. 14th, and it will run will take place at 8 p.m., on open until 8 p.m., on Dec. and Sales, Drs. Bintz and Ellis, Way Dispensary, Main Street ciety, The Mix Boutique, The through Dec. 19th, asa means Dec. 19th, in Main Street 19th. Elk City News, Elk City Pick- Coffee & Café, Memaw’s, Mc- Tool Box, The Vogue Bou- to hand out $1000 in prizes Coffee and Café, All winners The participating mer- A-Part, Elk City Pools and Donalds, Merrifield Office tique, The Zoo 101.7, Union to local shoppers. The par- must be present to win. Tick- chants include 580 Threads, Spas, Fat Cat Designs, Galle- Supply, Mother’s Apothecary, on Main, and Wilson Music. ticipating businesses will be ets cannot be dropped into Aloha Grill, Barber-Dyson ria Furniture Outlet, Grand- Mountain Main Axe Throw- The holiday drawing will be giving out tickets for every the hopper prior to 7 p.m., on Ford, Bella Vita, Bitter Sweet view Pharmacy, Hylton’s ing and Grub, Oak Creek Flo- at 8 p.m., in Main Street Cof- $10 spent to be put into the Dec. 19th. Massage, Brown Ales & Li- Flowers, Janice’s Café, KECO/ ral and Gifts, Page Jewelers, fee, on Dec. 19th. The time is hopper for Chamber Bucks ‘The more local shopping quor, BTB’s Records and Rar- KOOL 94, Keith's Butch- Paul Jones Drug, Pizza Hut, now to shop local and collect drawings. Each purchase also that takes place, the more ities, Buffalo Creek Boutique, er Shop, Kilhoffer Flooring Play on Main, R+K Superette, tickets for the big drawings. a Il 13151 9 Weather tomorrow C-ST1 139 Vol. 120, No. 44 75 cents, Mail delivery 580.225.3000 View online elkcityoknews.com