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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1971
Page
4
The Fourth of July reflection argues that while liberty and equality ideals are imperfect and not universally realized, the core goals of democracy and the American system remain valid. It urges continued effort, reform, and faith in government founded on law despite failures and inequities.
A court discusses evolving standards for cruelty in punishment. A park flower offense led to a $720 fine or six years, deemed unconstitutional on appeal. Courts note openness to humanitarian sentencing while upholding reasonable terms like life without parole for severe crimes.
Foreign residents increased their Israel investments from under 1 million dollars in 1968 to about 2.3 million dollars in 1970, signaling stronger external capital inflows during the period.
A contemplation on how humor sustains Britain during World War II and individuals in tough circumstances. The essay argues laughter lightens burdens, preserves spirit, and helps prioritize real concerns over minor obstacles, citing a bridegroom who kept a light view on wedding details.
Niebuhr warned that much evil comes from good people who ignore politics and civic duty. The Judges parable shows Gideon’s death and Abimelech’s tyranny arising when capable leaders refuse responsibility, leaving power to the unfit bramble. The lesson urges active, conscientious public engagement.
Two Ada residents completed Department of Public Safety training and join active duty. Randy Dean Nelson 23 will patrol Guyman as Highway Patrol Trooper. Ralph Biggs 28 from Tishomingo becomes Oklahoma driver examiner. Nelson is Hollis native, veteran, ex butcher. Biggs married to Betty Berger and has daughter Kathy.
Welfare Director L E Rader warned that proposed federal changes could nearly double Oklahoma welfare rolls from 218000 to over 400000 and cost the state about 64 million dollars. He said misinformation about expected savings misleads the public and that the state would cover medical and related costs for new recipients despite federal aid.
In Houston, Rice University students voted on a $2 head tax to fund a donated radio station. The Board of Governors approved the project if it cost the school nothing, and KTRU started broadcasting on the FM band using donated equipment aided by 2000 student votes.
A Los Angeles Times reflection argues against demonizing older generations. It cites Eric Walker praising mid-century progress and warns against blaming elders for current social ills while urging younger readers to work hard and maintain faith in humanity.
City and county officials met with three ambulance firms to compare bids for Ada and Pontotoc County service after funeral homes retire Aug 1. Proposals from Wadley’s Ada, McAlester firms, Eddie Pitts, and Nation Shumard were discussed. Adcock proposed $2000 monthly subsidy and three vehicles with 24 hour staffing.
The first county registrar under the new law allowing 18 year olds to vote added his name Tuesday. Mike McDaniel, son of Mr and Mrs Mickey McDaniel, appears in Pontotoc County where Mrs McDaniel serves as clerk of the election board.
A daily roundup lists numerous Ada area residents and visitors from Oklahoma and Texas at homes, events, and gatherings. Names include Newby Crockett Carter Berryman Manuel and many others visiting relatives, attending races, and sharing meals across Ada and nearby towns.
In Oakman 39 attended Sunday School with nine visitors including Mrs Delores Meeks and Debra plus six others. A special choir was sung by Mrs Pat Scroggins and others. Bro Robert Scroggins delivered the morning and evening messages.
Mr and Mrs John Humphrey and their children Allen dined Monday with Mrs Sever and her husband. Ada residents Roy Martin and his wife visited Mr and Mrs Joe Sever on Wednesday night. Joe Sever visited Wayne Mead in Allen on Saturday.
J. W. Berryman visited Mr and Mrs J R Pendergrass on Monday. Mr and Mrs Cecil Hobbs Ringland visited the same couple that day. Lewis Winters and his brother Bob Winters of Ada came to see their grandparents Mr and Mrs J R Pendergrass Monday.
Mrs Mary Radcliff and Mrs Wilma Golden host and visit relatives across Ada and West Covina. The Pendergrass and Peveyhouse families, including John Orie Debbie and Lewis Winters, gather for a birthday dinner and weekend visits with grandparents and siblings in Ada, Oklahoma.
Mrs. Joe Sever visited Mrs. Zora Lee Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Price and Mike of Stonewall visited Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Morrison Saturday. Arlie Morrison visited his mother Mintie Morrison as well as Mr. and Mrs. Charles Knight who were supper guests of her parents. Mary Jo, Milburn and Tenna joined Saturday night. David Garrett of Ada was a supper guest of Lois Morrison. David Garrett and Lois were Sunday dinner guests with the Morrison family.
Mrs T H Haley and Mrs Dummie Carter visited Mrs Myrtle Smith while Mrs Zora Lee visited her cousin Mrs Myrtle Smith Friday afternoon in Ada.
Visitors to the Carters included Billie Lee, Kent and Kevin, Joe Williams, T H Haley, Jim Haley, Bob Cowling, the Lees, Lonnie V Manuel and Mark, the Cowarts and son, among others.
Mrs Jet Bohannon and children Dale spent Friday night with Mr and Mrs James Castoe and family. James Castoe and family visited Bohannon's Saturday night. James Castoe Jr left Sunday for Camp Simpson for a week as part of Troop 14.
Kay Lynne Haley visited Dee Ann Balthrop on Friday afternoon. Mrs. D. L. Carter of Seattle spent Friday night with Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Haley and Joe and Kay Lynne. Mr. and Mrs. Kirby Williams and Kim, Francis spent Saturday night with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Haley, Joe and Kay Lynne.
Mr and Mrs Herman Wilson and children David Judy and Karen visited Mr and Mrs Billy Lee and children Kent Kevin and Sonya on Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Woods visited Mrs. E. O. Cox in Holdenville then went to McAlester for business. Haskell Nance of Tulsa and daughter Loree Green of Shawnee visited John T. Woods family. Loree Green also visited Mrs. Cox in Holdenville. Mrs. Verna Nance of Cedar Rapids Iowa had surgery and is reported doing satisfactorily.
Local families from Texas Missouri and Oklahoma visit friends and relatives. Scout Master Virgle Winters and Carl stay at Camp Simpson with Troop 14 while Castoe family members, Mark and J D Castoe, travel for camp activities and visits to Seminole Sasakwa and Ada areas.
Mr and Mrs Lindell Smith of Lewisville Texas visited her parents Mr and Mrs Terry Mike during a family reunion.
Mr and Mrs K M Stovall visited Shreveport Louisiana as Paul Lena and Amy stayed with grandparents in Dallas while Susan Carroll remained in Dallas with her family. The group traveled to Lake Murray and Dallas for a weekend and Six Flags trip with Gerald Crawford party. Leonard Leeds of Cypress California visited Ada and Allen area relatives and elapsed time included camp meeting east of Ada with Lateresa Crawford and family.
Roff City Council votes to add a $1 penalty for water bills not paid by the 10th each month. If unpaid by the 10th of the following month, water service will be discontinued and a $5 reconnection fee will apply.
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