Homecoming 2012 Silent Auction
We need your help. The Homecoming Committee is planning a silent auction to support the Alumni Association Annual Scholarship Fund. We need bids and items to auction. Below is a list of items we have so far. If you would like to donate an item, please let us know by email or at 405-574-1320 with a brief description of the item and a minimum bid. We will list it here so that you can be prepared to bid at Homecoming. You also can bid in advance via email.
A Bronc Twister by Charles M. Russell
Donated by the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum
Starting Bid: $150 (Current Bid: Dr. V.A. Easley, $200)
All bidders welcome.
This pewter was cast for the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in 1978. This sculpture is based on one of Charles M. Russell's studies of the horse in action, taken from an earlier watercolor, "The Bucker," 1904.
Autographed Collector Basketball
Donated by Dr. Kathy Black
Starting Bid: $100
All bidders welcome.
This basketball has been autopraphed by about 12 collegiate women basketball coaches including Sherri Coale (OU), Jody Conrdt (retired University of Texas), Juli Goodenough (former OSU coach), Kim Mulkey (Baylor), Marilyn Sharp, Gary Blair (Texas A & M) and several others.
Wildflowers and Grasses
Donated by Dot Marotte
Starting Bid: $50
All bidders welcome.
This is an original pin/ink and watercolor by Dot Marotte. Already framed and matted, it is ready to hang. The colors in the art were inspired by the fall colors of the northeast.
Two Night Stay at the Stevens Alumni House
Donated by the USAO Office of Alumni Development
Starting Bid: $50 (Current Bid: Kay Meadows Stockbridge, $50)
Alumni bidders only.
Stay an entire weekend at the Stevens Alumni House. This includes all four rooms. At least one month advance reservation required.
Lifetime Membership in the USAO Alumni Association
Donated by the USAO Alumni Association
Starting Bid: $50 (Current Bid: Deziray Swing, $60)
Alumni bidders only.
Give it to an alumni friend or keep it for yourself, this Lifetime Membership is the real thing and goes to the high bidder.
Pinecone Wreath
Donated by Alice Niemeyer
Starting Bid: $20
All bidders welcome.
The wreath is handmade and would make a great Christmas decoration or a year-around accent for your home.
Alumni Chapel Sign
Donated by USAO
Starting Bid: $20 (Current Bid: JJ William Francais, $40)
All bidders welcome.
This sign directed people to the Alumni Chapel for many, many years. Take home a unique piece of USAO history.
Professionally Framed Original Sketch
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $15
All bidders welcome.
A original sketch by Marcella (Walker) McKee, a 1938 graduate of OCW. The sketch dates to the late 1930s or early 1940s.
1951 Argus
Donated by Sharon McAllister
Starting Bid: $10
All bidders welcome.
A neat piece of OCW history featuring notes and comments to Doris Ann Williams.
1953 Argus
Donated by Sharon McAllister
Starting Bid: $10
All bidders welcome.
Lots of nice messages to Ann Richardson, a freshman at OCW in 1951.
1957 Argus
Donated by Sharon McAllister
Starting Bid: $10
All bidders welcome.
Were you in the class of 1957? Know someone from that time? Are you are collector of interesting OCW items? Then bid on this historic book.
Doolin Tree
Donated by Erin S. Smith
Starting Bid: $10
All bidders welcome.
This black and white photo was taken by Erin S. Smith in Doolin, Ireland in 2009. Framed and ready to hang in your home or office.
Post Card -- State Industrial Institute and College for Girls
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $10 (Current Bid: Nancy Kempf, $20)
All bidders welcome.
Even before it was OCW, this post card is an original drawing of Troutt Hall (Administration Building) and is a must-have for any collector.
Post Card -- Residence of H.B. Johnson
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $10
All bidders welcome.
Authentic unused post card featuring the residence of H.B. Johnson, South Eighth Street, in Chickasha.
Who's Rocking the Cradle?
Donated by Erin S. Smith
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
This is a fascinating examination of the critical role played by women in political movements in Oklahoma. Lots of interesting information.
Chickasha City Bus Lines Token
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
A 1946 Chickasha City Bus Lines token good for one fare.
1930s Portfollio of Original Sketches
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
A portfollio of almost 50 original sketches by Marcella (Walker) McKee, a 1938 graduate of OCW. The sketch dates to the late 1930s or early 1940s. Some include notes from her professors.
The OCW Trend -- May 24, 1935
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
Stories about the 26th Annual Commencement, an alumnae lunch, a president's reception, and air mail special for OCW seniors and many others.
The OCW Trend -- September 30, 1953
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
Stories about 22 frosh becoming members of the Glee Club, awards at the annual Greater OCW Party, "The Trend" looking for correct addresses, the Cap 'N Bells rally and others.
The OCW Trend -- Jaunary 10, 1936
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
Stories about Guiomar Novaes, a memorial gift for the library, OCW rankings, date set for state exams, enrollment and several others.
The OCW Trend -- October 17, 1950
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
Stories about speakers for religious week, photos of Jeane Porter and Una Jo Conover, YWA officers, work on the Administration Building and others.
The OCW Trend -- March 27, 1936
Donated by JJ William Francais
Starting Bid: $5
All bidders welcome.
Stories about the annual spring concert, spring time, social clubs, society and an ad for the movie "Prisoner of Shark Island."
