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Dear Dave,
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I am an optimist. This is my worldview, and it has served me well in every area of my life. Next to the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo is probably best known for his sculpture of David. When asked by an apprentice how he could turn a block of stone into a masterpiece, Michelangelo responded, “The masterpiece was always inside the stone. It’s simply a matter of removing everything that’s not David.” Along with incredible talent, his positive disposition resulted in an astonishing work of art.
Read moreSeems like we spend a lot of time dealing with trash. It’s everywhere and there is lots of it. I remember living over at Stonewall. “Take the trash out” meant taking it out to the burn barrel and sticking a match to it. This got rid of most of it as we sent the stinking stuff into the atmosphere to pollute the atmosphere. It was gone with the wind as far as I was concerned. Residue of ashes and other non-burnable gradually filling the barrel with ashes would be hauled off to the dump and you could start all over. Environmental damages? Not a worry for me.
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Tracey E. Zackery Sr. was born in Oklahoma City to the late Rubia J. Farmer and James Zackery. He leaves to mourn his death daughter Tra’Onna Carbins and sons Tracey E. Zackery Jr., Travis Zackery, and Antonio Normore; sisters Travita Haywood, and Janet Denson; brothers Larry Zackery, Derrick Zackery, and Greg Zackery.
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Sympathy is extended to the Franklin family. Mae Helen’s daughter, Kaye in Oklahoma City, passed away last week. She is also the niece of Cornelius Franklin of Okmulgee. Please continue your prayers for those on the sick list: Joyce Barrett, Sharon Johnson Patton, L. C. Carson, Marjorie Plunkett, Kevin Sinnett, Kurrilue Johnson, Billy Walker, Cornell Lucas, Eugene” Cowboy” Tyler, Otis Davis, and Jean Chatman.
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On Saturday, June 19, 2021, a crowd came to Clearview to participate in the National Federal Holiday of Juneteenth. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Clearview Main Street Center, the town dedicated the Historical Clearview Mural and unveiled the OAAE Hall of Fame Kiosk. Later, participants moved over to the old school gym where they were greeted by Selby Miner & Blues Band of Rentiesville, Oklahoma. The band played during a delicious lunch served by Bronko’s BBQ. Later, guest heard from a panel who answered questions from emcee Dr. Donnie Nero on various issues concerning Black towns and current events. Those serving on the panel included Historian Bruce Fisher, U. S. Congressman J. C. Watts Jr., Judge David Lewis, and Senator Roger Thompson, followed by a Q&A. This event served as a fundraiser for the old school gym maintenance and restoration. There were plenty of souvenirs on hand. Thanks to all who participated to make this holiday a success.
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