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 Carolyn Niebruegge May                      Michael L. May

Vol. 2, Is. 34                                                                                      Mar. 8, 2013

 

 

From the Editor

 

Happy Wednesday morning to you from snowy Northern Virginia.  Nobody knows for sure what we’re in for, but I’m sure it will be the heaviest snow we’ve seen all year.  All school systems and the Federal Government are closed for the day.  Good call.  It’s currently 34 degrees with fairly heavy snow.  Snow started around 11:00 pm last night.  I think we could easily get 8 inches or more.  It is extremely wet and heavy.  It should all be ok except for the real threat of power outages.  That’s what all these beautiful trees do for us.  Whatever, the tractor is sitting directly in front of the snow blower and the power chord for the generator is already connected to the house waiting outside the rear garage door to be attached to the generator (waiting inside) should it need to be rolled out and put into service.  Well, that’s enough on the weather.

 

All the discussions on TV this week have centered around the sequester.  Yes it’s in because the Republicans finally pushed back after giving the President his tax hikes in January in anticipation of future spending cuts--which were not offered up by the President and WILL NOT happen if he has his way.  So, yes he blames the Republicans--which is his plan and what he wants to continue to do.  They (the Republicans) gave earlier and he didn’t and hasn’t given at all.  He is using the sequester to scare the public into believing that everything is getting ready to fall apart as a result.  This is of course mostly “hype.”  It’s so interesting that he is willing to hurt citizens to further his personal agenda.  Admittedly, as I mentioned last week, the sequester is like a “snowflake in a snow storm” and cannot create the broad devastation that he purports.  However, that said, there are many civilian employees (based on poor targeting of the sequester) that will be receiving 20 percent pay cuts as a result.  This is significant to those employees as I know so well since our daughter, as a civilian DoD employee, will be furloughed one day a week as a result.  You probably haven’t heard much about this part of the sequester.  I’m not sure if it’s because they feel these employees are irrelevant or the ‘rank and file” just aren’t aware that there are “real people” affected--and not the services suggested by the President.

 

None of us are naive enough to believe that there aren’t useless programs that could be cut that would save the “hurt” being experienced by many.  Oh, yes “Obama phones” are still on with 41 percent of those receiving them said to not qualify.  I’m sure you’ve heard that the President has suspended all White House tours as a result of the sequester.  What you probably haven’t heard is that all those leading White House tours are volunteers!  Just a little more of the BS being spun.

 

I’m sure that none of this action on the part of the Administration is even being noticed by those who voted for the President that are recipients of his “free stuff.”  No need to notice, the “free stuff” is still flowing freely.  I would only hope that those of you “working Democrats” who voted for the President are starting to ask yourself if things are going the way you had hoped they would be when you placed your vote in November.  The Presidency is no place to exercise personal agendas.  The Presidency should serve the good of the country--not the good of the President.

 

mlm

 

 

 

Content Contributors for the Week

 

Charles Curtis, Class of 1965

Lena (Kenimer) Harris, Class of 1951

Francis (Roberts) Herod, Class of 1945

Kate (Roberts) Stafford, Class of 1955

Wayne Rickerd, Class of 1945

All those who sent messages to the Email “Bag”

 

Thank you all!

 

 

 

Remembering…

 

Willie, Joe, and Bill in WWII

 

This story brings a little WWII history.  Very interesting.

 

http://primeswormhole.blogspot.com/2011/04/willie-joe-and-bill.html

 

The link below is to Bill Mauldin Willie and Joe Cartoons set to music.  Enjoy!!

 

Turn on the sound, run in full screen (left click the little box at the lower right of the You Tube screen)

 

Bill Mauldin Willie & Joe WWII Cartoons

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czkFi_wLMR0

 

 

 

Thoughts from the Squirrel Lair

 

Nominated for Best Email of the Year

 

After being interviewed by the school administration, the prospective teacher said:

 

Let me see if I’ve got this right.

 

You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning.

 

You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride.

 

You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook, and apply for a job.

 

You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure that they all pass the final exams.

 

You also want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents in English, Spanish or any other language, by letter, telephone, newsletter, and report card.

 

You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps.

 

You want me to do all this, and then you tell me 

 

I Can’t Pray?

 

 

 

Alumni Website

 

We have renewed the account that Wanda Jackson had set up at the photo sharing website, picturetrail.com for the Roosevelt Alumni:  http://www.picturetrail.com/rooseveltalumni.  She had posted many pictures from past reunions, class panels, and old schools buildings along with write ups about them.  We thought you might find these interesting if you haven’t visited this site in the past.

 

 

 

Cooperton Valley Picture Trail

 

The “Cooperton Valley” Picture Trail site has been renewed for all to enjoy.  Thanks to Karen (Johnson) Mason for funding this site for the coming year.  This site has many pictures from past Cooperton School reunions.  We hope that you will find these photos interesting if you haven’t visited this site in the past (or if you have and wondered where it went).  Go to http://www.picturetrail.com/coopertonvalley to visit the site.

 

 

 

Interesting Tidbits

 

The Long Way Home—The Flight of the Pacific Clipper

 

This is a very interesting story.  Enjoy!

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=Ms84WfJwalI&feature=pla

 

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Difference in http:// and https://   

 

DID YOU KNOW!

 

Once in a while, there is something that comes down the pike that is of real importance.

 

What is the difference between http and https?  Don't know how many of you are aware of this difference, but it is worth sending to any who do not.

 

The main difference between http:// and https:// is it's all about keeping you secure.  HTTP stands for Hyper Text Transfer Protocol.  The S (big surprise) stands for "Secure."  

 

If you visit a website or web page, and look at the address in the web

browser, it will likely begin with the following: http://.  This means that the website is talking to your browser using the regular "unsecured" language.  In other words, it is possible for someone to "eavesdrop" on your computer's conversation with the website. If you fill out a form on the website, someone might see the information you send to that site.  This is why you never ever enter your credit card number in an http website!

 

But if the web address begins with https://, that basically means your computer is talking to the website in a secure code that no one can eavesdrop on.

 

If a website ever asks you to enter your credit Card information, you should automatically look to see if the web address begins with https://.  If it doesn't, you should NEVER enter sensitive information.......such as a credit card number, SS#, etc.

 

 

 

News

 

Lakes in Southwest Oklahoma at Dangerously Low Levels

 

The lakes in southwest Oklahoma are so low that mandatory water restrictions are being implemented in many of the cities and towns.  Tom Steed Reservoir which is the primary water supply for Snyder, Altus, and Frederick is at about 35% capacity.  Lake Lugert is at a very dangerously low capacity of 16.45%.  Lake Lugert is used primarily to provide water to many irrigation farmers.  No water was released for irrigation in 2012 due to the low capacity.  That was the first time in 66 years that water was not available to irrigation farmers.  Unless there is a major change in the capacity, water will probably not be available to farmers this year either.

 

Of course, farm ponds and creeks are virtually all dry as well.  The area needs substantial rainfall to fill the ponds and creeks and to provide runoff for the raising the water level in the lakes.   The area has had some rain which is beneficial to the crops but none to help the water levels.

 

We continue to pray for rain to help these low water levels.

 

(Editor’s Note:  Information for this article came from the Lawton-Constitution.)

 

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Military Simulations in Roosevelt

 

American Milsim, a military-simulated and action-packed event that uses special effects and pyrotechnics for a one-of-a-kind military simulation experience, came to Roosevelt last week-end.  Players dressed in military gear from across the nation divided into two teams and waged battles.  The weapons used by the players were Airsoft guns which are replicas of steel guns and utilize bullets slightly larger than BBs that can travel up to 400 feet.  The event was held on land provided by Parts World.  A viewing area for spectators was set up where they could view the action while be protected from potential injuries.  American Milsim is headquartered in Broken Arrow, OK.

 

Special effects provided by Hellfire Special Effects of Dallas contributed to the simulations.  The special effects are used to enhance the intense battles to create lifelike elements.  They used everything from fireballs to concussion explosives and props, such as explosive doors and mines, and rockets through the air.

 

American Milsim is becoming one of the nation’s leading military simulation firms.  They hope to make an event in Roosevelt an annual event.

 

(Editor’s note:  Information for this article came from the Lawton-Constitution.)

 

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Roosevelt Senior Citizens

 

The Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center serves lunch on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  The cost is $4 for those 60 and over and $5 for the younger generation.  Stop in and enjoy a good meal while visiting with your friends.

 

The menu for next week is as follows:

 

Tuesday, March 12:  BBQ Pork Plate, Mashed Potatoes/gravy, Green Beans, Rolls, Salad Bar, and Dessert

 

Thursday, March 14:  Chicken Noodle Casserole, Mixed Vegetables, Rolls, Salad Bar, Dessert

 

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Kiowa County Genealogical Society Meeting

 

The Kiowa County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Jake Slaner Room at the Jane Phelan Library in Hobart.  Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

 

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Kiowa County Historical Museum Fund Raiser

 

The Kiowa County Historical Museum is in the process of holding a fund raiser with tickets on sale for a chance to win 1 of 2 prizes—a quarter of a beef or a 5.1 cubic foot Sears chest freezer.  The Kiowa County Historical Society would like to thank C.R. Freeman, Kirk Duff, and Todd Duff of Premium Beef Feeders and Power Plus Genetics for their donation of the quarter beef, processed.  They also thank the anonymous donors of the 5.1 cubic foot Sears chest freezer.

 

Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5 and are on sale at the Museum at 518 S. Main St. in Hobart, hours 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

 

The drawing will be held Monday, April 1, 2013, at 1 p.m. at the Kiowa County Historical Museum.  You do not have to be present to win!

 

Go by the Museum and buy your tickets!  The proceeds will help a great cause—the wonderful Museum—and you could benefit by winning one of the prizes.

 

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It’s A Spring Thing

 

The Southern Kiowa Chamber is again planning for It’s A Spring Thing to be held in Roosevelt at the Roosevelt Senior Citizens Center on Saturday, March 30, 2013. 

 

Vendor booths are filling up fast for the Vendor Fair which is from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. inside the Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center.  There are only 3 spaces left for inside.  Contact Candace Thurmond at candace.thurmond@gmail.com or 580-639-2020 to sign up. 

 

The following vendors have signed up so far:

 

Katie’s Wood Creations

Mary Kay – Augusta Keldsen

Body by Visalus – Christina Defoor

Pink Zebra – Katelyn R. Martin

31 Bags – Tava Mitchell Batt

Jimminee the Clown—face painting and balloon artist

Scentsy – Katie Seymour Lucas

Pampered Chef – Kay James Byrge

Paparazzi Accessories – Patricia Lumpkin

Silverware wind chimes, crochet items, bracelets, rings – Elaine Verner

Red Dirt Décor – Pari Breeze

Tom Steed Bait Shop – Dawn Baster Garrison

Grace Adele (purses, jewelry, & accessories) – Nancy Ledford

Needlework – Wilhelmina Ensing

Goat Milk Soaps & Lotions – Dana Boyd, Boyd Salon

Bows, Dream Catchers, Tutu’s, etc., Linda Ratliff

Hot Wheels, George Garrison

Crafts & Crazy People, Michelle Woodall

 

The Chamber is still looking for vendors who see Tupperware, bunnies, and hand stamped jewelry.

 

Remember that there will lots of activities in addition to the Vendor Fair. 

Pictures will be available with various cartoon characters.  There will also be moon bounces, live entertainment, and bingo.

 

Decorated Bike Parade:  11:00 a.m. outside the Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center.  Ages 12 and under.  Prizes given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

 

Dog Parade sponsored by Mars:  Noon outside the Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center.  Prizes given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

 

Easter Egg Hunt:  2:30 p.m. outside Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center.  The Easter bunny will be there so bring your camera.

 

Concessions:  11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. inside the Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center.

 

Mark your calendars and plan to attend this event.  It will be a fun day for the entire family.

 

 

 

Birthdays and Anniversaries

 

We have compiled all of the birthday and anniversary information we could from Wanda’s files.  We are sure we are missing some.  Please send us the birthdays and anniversaries for your family and friends so that we can have as complete as list as possible.  We are going to start with what we have from Wanda’s files so if we miss you, please send us the information so we have it for the news next year.  In addition, should any of the birthdays we list be wrong, also please let us know.

 

Happy Birthday To:

 

March 8 – Chassity Miller
March 8 – Lois Jean (Sheets) Faulk, Class of 1945
March 8 – Candace (May) Thurmond
March 11 – Autumn Johnson
March 11 – Vonda Miller Binghom,   Class of 1980
March 12 – Kathryn (Farris) Shoop
March 13 – Nell Buchanan Jennings, Class of 1977
March 14 – Becky (Clark) Williams, Class of 1972
March 14 – David Lester
March 14 – Inez Sensabaugh

Happy Anniversary To:

 

March 10 – Jerry & Sherry Downen, Class of 1979
March 13 – Dustin & Shanda Jackson, Class of 1992

 

 

 

Humor

 

Guy Humor

 

An avid outdoorsman and 4x4 enthusiast, Matt decided to tie the knot with his longtime girlfriend.

One evening, not long after the honeymoon, he was getting his gear ready for an upcoming hunting trip. His wife was standing there at the bench watching him. After a long period of silence she finally speaks.

"Honey, I've been thinking, now that we are married I think it's time you quit hunting, shooting, hand-loading, four wheeling and fishing. Maybe you should sell your guns, boat and that old Land Cruiser."

Tim gets this horrified look on his face.

She says, "Darling, what's wrong?"

"You were beginning to sound like my ex-wife."

"Ex-wife!" she screams, "I didn't know you were married before!"

He replied, "I wasn’t."

 

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Great Idea!!

 

Here is a funny to start your day.  You have to love this new Maxine!

 

Instead of the John, I call my bathroom the Jim!  That way it sounds better when I say I go to the Jim first thing every morning!!!

 

 

 

From the Email “Bag”

 

March 1, 2013

 

Michael, you and Carolyn do a great job providing news and humor to all of us.  Thanks for all your efforts.  The Fishing in Indiana story is really amazing.  I shared it with family and friends living in Indiana.  

 

I printed the Babbs Switch Fire story.  I attended Babbs School during second and third grade.  Lewis Edens was a neighbor and I recall how he had been burned by the fire.  Many families suffered great loss at that time.  Through the years, I have saved articles published regarding the fire, but this story is the most complete one I have read.  Thanks for sharing it and thanks to Mr. Curtis for sending it.  Thankfully, school buildings were required to be safer due to the tragedy.

 

Frances (Roberts) Herod, Class of 1945

 

 

 

Food for Thought

 

Bitter Pill:  Why Medical Bills Are So High

 

This is an interesting read.  If you have ever looked carefully at the Explanation of Benefits you receive from your insurance company explaining how much the doctor charged, how much the insurance paid, and how much you owe the doctor, you have noticed that the plan allowance and thus the amount paid the doctor who participates with the insurance is always significantly less than the amount originally charged.  It makes one wonder how those without insurance afford the charges of some of the doctors.

 

http://healthland.time.com/2013/02/20/bitter-pill-why-medical-bills-are-killing-us/?hpt=hp_c1

 

 

 

Obituaries

 

We received word that Roosevelt resident James Barnes’ brother Eugene was killed in a house explosion in Temple this week.  We have been unable to locate an obituary, but will publish when we locate it.  Our condolences to James and his family on this tragic loss.

 

Useful Links:

 

Becker Funeral Home of Snyder, OK

http://www.beckerfuneral.com/?page=snyder

 

Peoples Cooperative Funeral Home of Lone Wolf, OK

http://www.peoplescooperativefuneralhome.com/who-we-are/history

 

Ray and Martha’s Funeral Home of Hobart, Mt. View, and Carnegie, OK

http://rayandmarthas.com/

 

Roosevelt Cemetery Layout

http://www.234enterprises.com/Roosevelt%20Cemetery%20Layout.htm

 

Roosevelt Cemetery Markers (Picture Trail)

http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/listing/user/rooseveltcemetery

 

Centerville Cemetery (west of Mt. Park) on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=2176228

 

Cooperton Green Valley Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=98552&CScn=Green+Valley+Cemetery&CScntry=4&CSst=38&CScnty=2165&

 

Cooperton Spring Hill Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?=cr&CRid=99577&CScn=Springhill+Cemetery&CScntry=4&CSst=38&

 

Gotebo Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=98525

 

Hobart Rose Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=99399&CScn=Hobart+Rose&CScntry=4&CSst=38

 

Hobart Resurrection (Catholic) Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=2246374&CScn=Resurrection&CScntry=4&CSst=38

 

Mountain Park Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=99042&CScn=Mountain+Park&CScntry=4&CSst=38

 

Roosevelt Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=99397&CScn=roosevelt&CScntry=4&CSst=38

 

Saddle Mountain KCA Intertribal Cemetery on Find A Grave

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=99439

 

Snyder Fairlawn Cemetery on Find A Grave

 

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