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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1952

Page

7

Sale of McKeown Realty and Oil Leases in Pontotoc OK

Executors of Tom D McKeown estate offer at public auction on April 14 1952 in Ada Oklahoma the real estate interests including Tract Two and Tract Three oil and gas leases with equipment subject to court confirmation. Also notices to creditors for N A Wilson estate and public notice in Pontotoc County Oklahoma.

Pontotoc County State OF Oklahoma Tom D McKeown Ernest Kniffin J. B. Gilbreath State of Oklahoma Ada Tom D. McKeown Pontotoc Klahoma

Court Filing in Pontotoc County Oklahoma

In Pontotoc County Oklahoma the district court hears a civil action filed by Everett Refvel against Robert C Marsh and others. The case lists parties including plaintiff Everett Refvel and defendant Robert C Marsh with related caption. The filing seeks judicial action as part of ongoing civil litigation in the state district court.

Pontotoc County Statf OF Oklahoma Everett

Cloud Formation Blamed for Cape Cod Air Collision

An unexpected cloud formation over Cape Cod caused a collision between a C-47 from Stewart AFB Newburgh and an F-9 fighter during a training flight. Twelve airmen were killed, ten on the C-47 and two on the F-9.

Camp Edwards Mass P Air Force Cape Cod Stewart Air Force Base Newburgh N.Y

Sheriff Sale of Land Under Foreclosure in Pontotoc County

Notice of Sheriff sale to satisfy a judgment in district court Pontotoc County Oklahoma case No 19 798 First State Bank Tishomingo plaintiff versus J M Etchieson Nora Etchieson et al defendants. Sale April 21 1952 at 10:00 A M at the south front door Ada courthouse cash to highest bidder 59 acres more or less subject to taxes. proceedings include $2400 principal plus $240 interest and $ cost.

Ada Pontotoc County Oklahoma Roff Oklahoma Roff District Court First State Bank Tishomingo J. M. Etchieson Nora Etchieson

Oklahoma suit seeks to quiet title in Pontotoc lands

The State of Oklahoma and B H Henderson and Flossie Henderson file a suit to determine heirs and quiet title to 70 acres in Section 2 Township 3 North Range 8 East plus undivided minerals. Plaintiffs demand a judgment excluding defendants from any right or interest. Filing date April 8 1952. answer due by May 30 1952.

State OF Oklahoma M. L. Rich Mintie Aaron Nee Rich Elton A. Stewart Bonnie Stewart J. A. Rich Pontotoc County Towit Abe Holloway F. Robinson State OF Oklahoma Robert C. Marsh C . Shafer V. D Sliger District Court Pantatee County North Range Zeid Judement SFAL Fotloway Court W. D. Arrott Kerr Lambert Conn & Roberts J. W. Henderson Emma Henderson Ranee Holloway Court W. D. Abbott Kerr. Lambert Conn & Roberts

Tupelo Seniors Stage Comedy Play Friday

Tupelo high school's senior class presents the three act comedy Just Ducky in the school auditorium Friday at 8 p m. The Maxwell family plot centers on papa Maxwell heading a citizens committee with 12 roles filled by the senior class including D E Romines Carma Harvey Wnda Reed Hareman Vonda Sue Carter Donald Dan Dailey Bobby Dee Hyatt Gene Richardson Car role Sue Drennan and Oma Dean Winn.

Tupelo Tupelo High School Ducky Maxwell Papa” Maxwell Citizens’ Committee D. E. Romines Carma Harvey Wnda Reed Hareman Vonda Sue Carter Donald Dan Dailey Bobby Dee Hyatt Gene Richardson Carrole Sue Drennan Oma Dean Winn

Greater Returns for Amount in Vested Ada News

Ada News Want Ads report improved value for invested dollars with higher returns on classified placements. Readers see stronger ad response and better visibility for jobs, homes, and services as prices and packages evolve. Local businesses note clearer targeting and quicker inquiries from readers.

Ada News

Open House at Governor Murray Mansion Draws Big Crowds

The Murray family invites visitors to the Oklahoma Governor's mansion for Open House through May 29, with plans to reopen in fall. Highlights include "Smoke Signal" by Colonel Lenders over the library fireplace, a portrait of the Governor by Gemeno, and a new likeness of the author by Dick Goetz in the music room.

Colonel Lenders 101 Ranch William H. Murray Dad Murray Merle Kelley Southwestern College Weatherford Gemeno State University Dick Goetz

Made In Oklahoma Furnishings Highlight State Mansion Display

Mrs Murray and I made walnut tables for the music room while she painted them. The State Dining Room furniture reflects the original mansion setup and the silver is a gift from the Mexican government. State seals and an Oklahoma flag replica adorn doors, chairs, and leatherwork throughout, showcasing local-made products.

Oklahoma

Danger on Mansion Stairs Haunts Open House Crowd

Visitors warned about a hazardous overhanging wall on the third floor stairs of the mansion. A guard monitors the spot as crowds endure occasional screams and a startled guest recalls a bumped head during tours.

Atoka FFA Members Attend Judging Contests

Atoka chapter of the Future Farmers of America participated in judging contests at Wilburton covering horticulture crops livestock meats poultry and dairy. Teams included Corrin Chapman Herbert Bryant and others with names listed across six contest categories.

ATOKA Future Farmers of America Wilburton Corrin Chapman Herbert Bryant G. Harold Payne Junior Dickson R. V. Goodson Junior Mays Kimon Whittington Hudy Hewett Bruce Sain Jimmy Prewett Raymond Coksey Vernon Shaw

Protestant Church In Spain Attacked

In Madrid Spain a Protestant church attack was reported as the third in a month. A mob of youths looted the Evangelical Church at Badajoz, assaulted the pastor's mother, destroyed Bibles and stole a small amount of cash. Police stopped an assault on the pastor's home.

Madrid Spain Badajoz

April Busy Month for Sulphur FFA

The Sulphur FFA chapter outlines a busy April with livestock shows tours and contests. Robert Crouse and Bob Essary attend events in Pauls Valley and Ardmore while judging teams practice at Colvert Hereford and Stoneybrook Angus ranches. Rodeo ticket sales queen contest and state FFA events are scheduled throughout the month.

Sulphur Ffa Robert Crouse Bobby Essary Pauls Valley Berkshire Crouse Barrow Ardmore Essary David Hudson Eli Billings Don Chilcoat Bruce Rutherford Colvert Hereford Mill Creek Carlton Corbin Stoneybrook Ada Turner and Colvert Hereford Randal Norwood Bill Tom Lawrance FFA Wayne Collins Poland Newberry Oklahoma Howard Shaw Johnny Cooper Gerald Brewer Eddie Collins A. and M. College Stillwater John Self Arlin (Tuff) Lee James Herring Paul Gray John

Special Service At Salvation Army Shows The World For God

A special service at The Salvation Army chapel at 301 West Twelfth features a moving picture The World for God about missionary work in 102 countries and colonies. Easter Week marks Missionary Emphasis Week as the Army conducts a week of services. the meeting starts at 8 o'clock.

Salvation Army West Twelfth

Demonstration On Buying of Food at Family Market Basket

A consumer education demonstration titled The Family Market Basket was held at 2 p m Thursday under Miss Martha Mote county home demonstration agent supervision. Miss Mabel Walker from Oklahoma A and M College, demonstrated buying tips by preparing two meals with similar value and comparing costs. The First Baptist church hosted the event and the public was invited.

Martha Mote Mabel Walker Stillwater Oklahoma A M. College First Baptist Church Walker

Kraft Manager at Sulphur Resigns

A B Longino, Kraft Food plant manager since 1949, resigns effective April 10 to join a milk distributor in Alice Texas. His replacement is H D Northcutt, a 1942 Oklahoma A and M graduate and WWII veteran, who will move from Eldon Missouri to Sulphur.

A. B. Longino Kraft Food Alice Texas Longino H. D. Northcutt Oklahoma A M. College Stillwater Northcutt Armed Service Kraft Berryville, Ark Madill Eldon

U S First Cavalry Donates to Hokkaido Earthquake Relief

SAPPORO Japan The U S First Cavalry Division donated more than one million yen about $2800 to aid victims of the Hokkaido earthquake that struck on March 4.

Sapporo Japan U. S. First Cavalry Division Hokkaido

Vamoosa News Community Visits and Local Play

Local families report visits across Velma Shawnee Maud Byng Asher St. Louis and more. A three act play Graph Autograph Anne will be presented Friday April 11 1952 at 8 with cast including Norma Lee Hudson Rose Mary Mullins and others admission 25 and 35 cents.

Vamposa Sessors Anne Norma Lee Hudson Rose Mary Mullins Rena Ruth Adams Fern King Louise Burgess Vivian Crow Marylin Scott Marv Ingram Delores Hanna Patsy Joe Wood Billy Joe Harley Billy Sparks Alta Jean Atkinson Jimmy Lewis W. H. Brewer Jack Huckleberry J. T. Branscum Lawton Branscum

Norma Lee Hudson Spends Evening with Harrison Couple

Norma Lee Hudson spent Tuesday night in the home of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Harrison with no additional details provided.

F. L. Kelsey New Lima Dan Perkins Wewoka Marion Holley Norma Lee Hudson Mrs. Kenneth Harrison

Visit Recap and Family Update

Mr and Mrs Jess Russell and their children visited Mr and Mrs Dick Griffin Tuesday night. Mrs Betty Huckleberry, recently discharged from months in hospital, is home and improving though not fully well. Her daughter Mrs Annie Hensley is caring for her and invites friends and neighbors to visit.

John Waters Estie Jones Jess Russell Mrs Dick Griffin Betty Huckleberry Annie Hensley

Mrs Edward Gaines and Mrs Lucy Gaines in Sasakwa on business

Mrs Edward Gaines and Mrs Lucy Gaines traveled to Sasakwa on Wednesday for business purposes.

Edward Gaines Lucy Gaines Sasakwa

Rodden and Anders Visit Zweiacher Couple Wednesday

Mr and Mrs A C Rodden and Mr and Mrs Sam Anders visited Mr and Mrs Ed Zweiacher on Wednesday according to local social notes.

A. C. Rodden Sam Anders Ed Zweiacher

Rex Lowery Visits Oklahoma City Tuesday on Trip

Rex Lowery made a business trip to Oklahoma City on Tuesday. The visit focused on local market opportunities and potential partnerships with firms in the city.

Edward Gaines Rex Lowery Oklahoma City

Botkin Family Returns to Abilene Texas Home

Mr and Mrs L E Botkin have gone back to their Abilene Texas home after visiting Mr and Mrs M C Botkin and Mrs Mary Botkin earlier in the week.

Ray Johnson, Jr Wichita, Kas Walter Leah Joan L. E. Botkin Abilene, Texas M. C. Botkin Mary Botkin

Pink and Blue Shower Honoring Mrs Rex Lowery

A Pink and Blue shower was hosted at the home of Mrs. W. L. Hailey Friday night honoring Mrs. Rex Lowery. Attendees included Sasakwa residents Mrs. Bud Walston Mrs. Lodus Gaines Mrs. Doris Walton Mrs. R. D. Lowery Mrs. Jewel Edwards Mrs. A. J. Hailey Mrs. Dio Branscum Mrs. A. W. Starns Mrs. Eunice Raines Mrs. Louise Sutton Mrs. Jewel Griffin Mrs. Vera Russell Mrs. Flossie Botkin and Mrs. Edward Gaines. Givers of gifts were Mrs. Elmer Johnston Mrs. Joe King Mrs. Jim Atkinson Mrs. Jim Ingram Mrs. George Hinn Mrs. J. D. Branscum Mrs. Sam Anders Mrs. Ester Rodden Mrs. Florence Lea Mrs. E. J. Evans Mrs. Mell Horton Mrs. Gladis Morrow Mrs. Lonnie Hamrick Mrs. Bertha Robinson Mrs. W. H. Barger and Mrs. Ed Zweincher. Cake and hot chocolate were served.

W. L. Hailey Rex Lowery Bud Walston Lodus Gaines Doris Walton Sasakwa R. D. Lowery Jewel Edwards A. J. Hailey Dio Branscum A. W. Starns Eunice Raines Louise Sutton Jewel Griffin Bertha Robinson W. H. Barger Ed Zweincher

Mrs H N Plumb and Jerry Return From Texas Visit

Mrs H N Plumb and Jerry have returned home after spending a few days with her son Bill Plumb in Fort Worth Texas.

H. N. Plumb Jerry Bill Plumb Fort Worth Texas

Mrs Dio Branscum Visits Mrs Juanita Thomas

Mrs Dio Branscum visited Mrs Juanita Thomas Monday afternoon.

Dio Branscum Juanita Thomas

Sulphur Kiwanis Hear Vocal Music Program

Sulphur high school vocal music department directed by Mrs. J T Fulton performed at the Kiwanis luncheon. A girls quartet and trio sang, plus solos by Sue Webb and Eddie Lewis. A girls sextet featuring Judith Webb and Norma Harp, among others, also performed. Dean Rainwater attended as a guest.

Sulphur Highschool J. T. Fulton Kiwanis Club Sue Bennett Marilyn Gentry Margie Allen Sue Webb Norma Harp Lowell Montgomery Hoe Coyle Judith Webb Mary Carol Leonard Dorothy Elmore Jo Cogle Jo Coyle Eddie Lewis Dean Rainwater Calvary Baptist Church

Laborites Use Filibuster to Fight Health Service Fees

Labourites led by Aneurin Bevan threaten to log jam Churchill's entire legislative program to block new charges for the health service and privatization bills. The House sat late for a third night as Bevan pushed 130 amendments against plans to charge for dental work wigs prescriptions and other health services saving about 58.8 million pounds annually.

London Winston Churchill Aneurin Bevan Bevan Churchill

Bebee Home Demonstration Club Plans May 2 Style Show

The Bebee Home Demonstration Club met in the school lunch room with Nola Burk leading devotions and Pearl Wells presiding over prayer. Minutes were read, and the treasurer reported. Members Pearl Norton Oma Hood plan to attend a machine clinic. A May 2 style show was organized with eight members to attend the county event.

Bebee Home Nola Burk Pearl Wells Dolly Crawley Gracie Hayes Pearl Norton Oma Hood Earl Wells Eula Bell Crawley Hattie Briggs Ettie Hightower Wilma Atheson Lorene Scott Virginia Tilley Geneva Hood Pearlene Hood Lorene Sparks Exie Haskins

Pope Pius Urges Bible Study for Eternal Truth

In Vatican City Pope Pius urges constant study of the Bible to enlighten and warm minds and hearts. He spoke to 40 members of the Society for Old Testament Study of Great Britain after their week in Rome. He noted Holy Thursday and Christ’s last supper, emphasizing peace with God as the church’s burden and aim.

Vatican City Pius Society For Old Testament Study of Great Britain Pontifical Library Institute of Rome God

Weekend Guests and Local Happenings In Stratford

Stratford residents hosted family friends and travelers from Oklahoma City Evanston Ill Phoenix Ariz and Dallas as weekend visits and church events filled social calendars. Local medical news included surgeries at Valley View hospital and a patient at Will Rogers Field Veterans hospital.

Glen Grider Oklahoma City Jess Morris W .B. O’neal Evanston Ill C. A. Burris William Burns Pauls Valley W. H. Burns Maud Horsley Byars John Horsley Ted Jones Phoenix Ariz Pfc Benny Lee Jones Sheppard Field Wichita Falls Texas L. E. McAffery Denver Swindell Lindsay L. E. Majors Frank Burleson Earl Hodges Vaness Valley View Hospital Ada Madgeline Brundidge Joe Ben Burnside Arthur Brundige Ruby Green Herman O. Wilson Fternoon G. L. Keith Leck Carpenter Nolan Keith Detroit Michigan Louis Hart Allen Phillips C. A. Rotenberry Devera Hammers Jake Chandler Walter Wood Pool Hospital G. T. Files Files J. S. Gardner Gardner Charles Willard Leon Freeman Seminole C. H. Sneed E. T. Risner Pat Reynolds Veterans Hospital Will Rogers Field Pat

President to seize plants under Taft Hartley act

The plan would allow government to obtain an 80 day court order to halt a strike harming national welfare. Truman argued the delay could delay a final settlement. Morse backed the President. Taft accused him of usurping powers.

Truman Morse Sen. Taft Ohio

Truman signals offer to back Democratic ticket regardless of nominee

President Truman said he unlikely attends the Democratic national convention in Chicago but would back the Democratic ticket if Kefauver or any nominee wins. Senator Humphrey noted Kefauver leading and suggested other contenders may soon be unable to overtake him.

Truman Chicago Estes Kefauver Tennessee Kefauver Capitol Humphrey D-Minn

World electricity production tops one trillion kWh in 1951

Global output reaches 1 026 billion kilowatt hours with the United States producing 43 percent and the Soviet Union about 10 percent. The figures reflect a growing share of Western nations in power generation during the early postwar period.

United States Russia

Trumannet profit cited in steel wage dispute notes

Randall ties company profits to President Truman and cites a wage panel, the Wage Stabilization Board, as backing for a $12 per ton steel price hike. CIO USW President Phil Murray called a strike after industry balked at the 1714 cents an hour raise proposed by the panel. Public WSB members allegedly tipped by Truman.

Randall Wage Stabilization Board CIO United WSB Harry Truman Phil Murray

Five Norwegian sealers Missing in Arctic Ocean

Five Norwegian sealing ships with crews totaling about 100 men are missing in the Arctic Ocean off Greenland. Coast radio stations report no contact for a week. Two American planes left Iceland to search for the missing vessels amid fears of fatalities in recent gales east of Greenland.

Oslo Arctic Ocean Iceland Greenland

Farm Bureau Holds Quarterly Meeting in Pontotoc County

The Pontotoc County Farm Bureau held its quarterly meeting in the Fitzhugh area on Monday night with about 200 members and guests. The Associated Women served a large meal as Hoyle Beasley led songs in the high school gym. Speakers Matt Fowler and Harold Davis discussed the bureau’s meaning to farmers and legislative programs. Kissick attended with other guests. The women demonstrated the value of the food dollar and noted farmers do not cause high living costs or get rich. A grab box provided social fun and the next quarterly meeting is set for the first Monday in July with the location to be announced.

Pontotoc Associated Women

Negotiators Hold Brief Korea Truce Talks Adjourning

For the fifth straight day truce negotiators in Munsan again made no move toward ending the fighting in Korea. The six minute session left total weekly time at 30 minutes 30 seconds. Hsieh Fang said the Reds would move truce supervision from sub delegation to staff level if the Allies want, but neither side pressed the matter. Harrison noted the Allies object to Reds demand to repair airfields during an armistice and to accept Soviet Russia as a neutral patrol nation. A key dispute remains over exchange of military prisoners as staff officers study a new approach since April 4.

Munsan Korea Hsieh Fang Illiam K. Harrison Harrison Hsieh United Nations Command Russia

Dickinson family solves phone chaos with secret to kids

In Columbus Hal D Dickinson gives each child a personal line. The family of seven once battled phone use now has five phones on two outside lines. Three lines carry Dickinson numbers and two are listed as children’s phones. The plan began five years ago and the bill runs about 30 dollars monthly with roughly 36 calls daily.

Columbus Dickinson Papa Hal D Dickinsons Papa Dickinson

Oklahoma City Earthquake Demonstrates Swift Disaster Response

A moderate quake rattled waiting residents, revealing how fast a major disaster could strike. Mayor Allen Street urged keeping telephone lines open and radios on to speed emergency coordination across six states.

Allen Street Oklahoma City

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