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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1956
Page
4
The piece surveys the Bridey Murphy reincarnation phenomenon sparked by Morey Bernstein's work with Ruth Simmons, noting national interest, skeptical psychologists, and the public's obsession with immortality. It frames the debate without taking a side and questions the implications for identity and belief.
The sermon clarifies that fellowship means sharing with love as taught in the New Testament. Real fellowship flows from God’s love, not merely common meals or material aid, and begins at home before it extends to the church community and service in Christ’s name.
Health experts advise brushing teeth twice daily with a good toothpaste. Follow six brushing steps covering all surfaces from chewing to outside fronts and spend three minutes with a clean, firm-bristled toothbrush to prevent decay and keep a bright smile.
W L Knickmeyer reviews Vardis Fisher Pemmican a Doubleday novel set in early 19th century Northwest frontier wars between Hudsons Bay Company and North West Company. The tale centers on pemmican as trade weapon with Blackfeet allies and a perilous romance involving David McDonald and Sunday. Hair-raising action and treachery propel a roiling frontier narrative.
Mr B M Stephens bought the old school building at Union Valley on August six when offered to the highest bidder. The note laments the loss of memories from revival meetings and big dinners but calls for progress and God’s blessing to continue advancing.
Fred Yeats of Roff is the evangelist at Harden City Church of Christ. The announced mission emphasizes preaching and revival messages during the church’s outreach efforts.
Lou Jordan left for Pampa Texas on Sunday morning to seek employment there.
Louella Ross daughter of Mr and Mrs Leroy Ross is spending a few days with her grandmother Edwards in Seminole Florida context implied by Seminole location.
Doyle Simmons and his brother Lester Simmons spent Saturday and Sunday in Pauls Valley as visitors, staying in the area for a short family trip.
J. L. Deleplain and H. B. Turner traveled Friday afternoon to Talequah to attend the Methodist Youth Assembly and returned home Sunday.
The notice notes two sons living in Dumas and identifies Mr. West as the brother in law of Dee Rogers, linking the families of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rogers to the local community.
Mrs Vernon Gasaway and her son Sammy returned home after spending last week with Mr and Mrs D E Woods and family in Shawnee and visiting Mrs Glen Smith who is hospitalized in Prague.
Mr. and Mrs. Norris Hensley have moved to the Hicks place north of Gaar Corner. Hensley was the VO AG teacher at Vanoss. The community laments losing these nice neighbors.
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Snyder and Johnny joined by Mr. and Mrs. Paul McElroy and family Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pevehouse and son from Healdton Mr. and Mrs. Richard Snyder and family visiting from Illinois and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Dougherty of Duncan. They will spend the week fishing at the lake. Little Kathy Pevehouse stays with grandparents H. B. Turner and wife while parents are away.
Mrs Nat Hilton has returned home from Valley View Hospital and is progressing well and able to be up.
Saturday night guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rogers were Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Neel and Mr. and Mrs. Everett Summers with their son from Hart community.
Mrs Polly McCauley and her sons Benton and Mack called on Mrs Vernon Gasaway Wednesday afternoon for a social visit noted in local society remarks.
Walter Graper was called to Evansville Indiana for the funeral of an aunt. The service was held there on Monday.
Mr and Mrs Willie Orton and Barbara of Oklahoma City and Mr and Mrs Frank Rogers had dinner in Ada Sunday with Mr and Mrs Calvin Rogers.
Mrs Susan Whitwell departed Friday for a short visit with her son and his family in Lamar.
For three weeks Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jones hosted relatives with guests including Mrs. Bernard D. Lee and Ellen Ruth of Tulsa and Mrs. Hershal Coleman with sons from Wister. S/Sgt. Roderick A. Junghans and family visited from Randolph Air Force Base concluding a Pacific coast tour.
This piece explains bailments as contracts in daily life such as coat checks. It defines bailor as the person who delivers property and bailee as the operator who holds it for safekeeping and return.
Mr and Mrs Bill Simmons announce the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Lester Simmons of Pauls Valley. Ste vie Wayne was born August 2 in Pauls Valley Hospital weighing 9 pounds. A Dallas Texas visitor, Mrs Clive Srader, and others from Ada and Abilene attended the Doolittle family weekend gathering. Members of the Assembly of God Church attended a CA Rally in Stonewall Monday night.
Ada couple Mr. and Mrs. Luther Harris with daughter Jenny and extended families from California and Virginia travel Friday to Lake Jackson Texas to visit their son Jim Harris and his family. Luther Harris recently retired from Carter Oil Company.
Mr and Mrs Frank Hursh and their daughter Virginia visited Mr Hurshs brother Bert from Elmore City last Saturday night.
Mrs. Carlton Corbin has been on the sick list for the past week. No further details provided.
Mrs Ethel Morris Mrs George Driver and Mrs Mattie McKinney attended a reunion at Gainsville Texas last Sunday. Several families including the Uhlichs Knight Cartright and others visited in the area. WMU held a Royal Service program at Mrs B B Ryan's home. Local residents visited, fished at Lake Texoma, and plans were shared for canning peaches in Wilburton. Ruby Davis was admitted to Valley View Hospital for treatments.
Mrs Thelma Jean Garrett and her daughter Sondra visited Mrs Petty Sue Choat and her sons in Ada on Friday.
Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Garrett and daughter Joleta were dinner guests of his aunt Mrs. Effie Morris in Ada on Sunday.
The reflection argues that desire for immortality may be realized and humanity must live with itself for a long time. It urges the wise to enrich their personality so there will be someone suitable to live with in eternity.
Mr and Mrs Sheldon Wilson and daughter of Healdton spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs L L Wilson and attended services at the Baptist Church Sunday morning.
Mr and Mrs Jack Skeith of Tulsa spent Sunday with his parents Mr and Mrs J A Skeith in their home.
Mr and Mrs Welton Stanford and their daughter spent Saturday night and Sunday in Oklahoma City with and visiting the Fred Ridley family during the weekend.
Mr Homer Jumper and Mrs Jumper along with Mary Ellen visited Melba Byrd at Valley View Hospital on Wednesday night.
Mrs. Minnie Scandell receives relatives as Mr. and Mrs. George Scarborough call on her in Shawnee. T C Corvin and children from Ada visit Jack Hart family Wednesday evening. Barbara from Oklahoma City stays with Frank Rogers. Marion Chambers family departs Friday for Las Cruces New Mexico to visit relatives.
Mr and Mrs Vernon Gasaway and their children visited relatives in Konawa Tuesday night enjoyed a picnic supper and a swim at the Konawa park.
Mr and Mrs Herman Miller and their boys visited relatives in Oklahoma City on Sunday Miss Carolyn Miller returned home with them after a week with Frenchie Childers.
Miss Florence Jackson of Oklahoma City visited her sister Mrs. Frank Rogers and Mr. Rogers.
Mr and Mrs T M Abbott visited Mr and Mrs Jack Hurt on Monday in a social exchange typical of local community life. The report highlights neighborly connections and casual hospitality between families.
Joe West died in a refinery explosion in Dumas Texas. He grew up near Konawa and had lived in Vaness. He married the former Forest Wormath.
Mrs Leola Denham of Oklahoma City visited Mr and Mrs Robert Henry with family and her grandmother continuing a stay with her daughter plans to remain for a while.
Mr and Mrs N C Garrett returned home last week from a vacation trip to California. They report a nice but hot trip.
Those attending Friday night services at Oil Center Pentecostal Holiness Church included Mr. and Mrs. Pug Garrett and Sondra, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Garrett and Joleta, and Mrs. Rae Garrett.
Mr and Mrs Leroy Groves and their children visited Mrs Henry’s parents Mr and Mrs Robert Henry on Sunday.
Mrs Bessie Penn of Maysville returns home with her mother Mrs Lonnie Dame after visiting Mrs Penns sister and family including Mr and Mrs John Chasier and sister Mrs Fannie Loman of Texas over the weekend.
Mr and Mrs Fred Henson visited awhile Sunday afternoon with Mrs Rae Garrett in a simple social call reflecting neighborhood ties and shared amiability.
Mrs Nova Reed spent Friday afternoon with her parents Mr Tom Groves and Mrs Groves. Mr Groves wasn't feeling well but is reported to be better now.
Van Ray Reed visited brother Don Taylor of Fittstown this week. Ronny Row joined Reed on Sunday. they went to Falls Creek Sunday night. A small group including Mrs. Morris Nova Reed Van Ray Reed Ronny Row and Mrs. Lillian Morris traveled together. Mrs. Cox and her children visited Mrs. Helen Morris at Mission Church Sunday.
Mr and Mrs George Death eridge were hosts Sunday gathering reported in local notices with family attendance noted and no further details provided.
The item mentions a Friday visit with her daughter and Mr and Mrs Allen Biggs and children, noting family members present during the gathering.
Autumn hints appear as 1956 fair catalogs reach exhibitors from last year via the county agent. Additional copies will go through 4H and HD clubs, and the public may pick up catalogs at the county agent's office if needed.
A caution urges drivers to slow down near water as overturning in shallow areas can be fatal.
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