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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1951
Page
3
Oklahoma farmers upgrade farms with water systems funded by federal loans. In Poxttotoc county only 14 had water systems by July 1949, with more expected as loan funds rise. Loans cover wells, irrigation, ponds, cisterns. rates at 3 percent, 5 to 20 years, with real estate liens possible.
A heavily loaded truck carrying bees overturned on a curve about 1.5 miles southwest of Ada at 12 45 PM. Driver Morgan T Meeks of Cleveland Hail and Son Inc of Oklahoma City escaped injury. Damage to the truck and load ran to several hundred dollars as beer bottles were scattered over a wide area after the vehicle left the edge of Cracktop. Trooper Henry Van Arsdell reported no other vehicles involved.
Euchee Indian leader John H. James known as Zonkeeteetay died today after a Claremore hospital transfer. A Peyote tribal church priest, he and his Georgia-born grandparents shaped tribal history since the 1830s. Surviving are his widow, four sons and four daughters.
Mission Circle WMS and Megdalore Circle met Thursday with Mrs. Louise Henry. Lorena Gann opened with prayer, Ethel Elliott led a missions lesson aided by Mari ann and Clara Oliver. Attendees included Geraldine Griffis, Roger Eliott, Linda and Martha Gann, Ronnies Griffis, Linda and Joyce Henry, and Mrs. Bente. Refreshments were served. Next meeting at the church Thursday afternoon, Aug. 18, for Royal Ser program.
Oklahoma City August 13 The Oklahoma Lamb Production report shows 83 090 lambs for 1951 a 20 percent rise from 1950. The crop remains below the 10 year average of 60 000 but ahead of last year s 71 000 while the wool clip is about 72 000 pounds valued near 972 000 versus 1 695 000 on the ten year mean. Cattle and range feed conditions are reported as good.
FAITH M BARBER explains freezing as a practical option for home gardeners. Read practical steps from washing and blanching to packing, with veggie specific prep times and sizes, emphasizing freshness, small-batch prep, and proper storage for best nutrient retention.
A 1931 General Features Trends piece outlines new low effort cleaning aids. Odorless coatings paralyze pests on contact, while non caustic disinfectant blends, detergents in powder or liquid, and polishers reduce manual scrubbing. Floor wax cleaners apply and wipe off, followed by a fresh wax layer.
Fitzhugh schools will open August 27 after a spring pre enrollment. Supt Fletcher Watson expects about 95 percent of students already enrolled. Buses run on schedule and hot lunches served opening day. Interior upgrades include gym showers and a new araipane heating system. new staff include Mrs Calvert and Mrs Reynolds.
Berlin reports that German communist youth groups publicly hailed Generalissimo Stalin as their leader in a parade marking the world youth festival. The event drew hundreds of thousands of youths, with many returning to West Berlin amid heightened border tensions and Western TV exhibits.
The Oklahoma fatality toll reached 230, with a Muskogee man aged 73 dying after a two car crash eight miles south of Wagoner on US 69. Two other workers were killed near Vici when struck by a heavy road machine while blacktopping, all amid ongoing highway work.
The defense department announced that 11 Oklahoma servicemen killed in Korea are among 485 bodies scheduled to arrive in the United States aboard the Virginia City. Names include Pvt. William D. Genung Eagle town Pfe Glenn W. Graham Cherokee, and others from Stillwater Muskogee and Shawnee, all identified among the coming group.
New York reports inflation has raised tips beyond the traditional 20 percent. Gilbert B. Phillips, travel department manager of the Auto Club, suggests 15 to 20 percent plus extras for porters and bellhops, chambermaids, and 75 to 82 percent of the check at select restaurants for summer travelers.
Mr and Mrs E Scarceder entertained with a dinner and rodeo party Saturday. Guests included Major William Smallwood Lawton, Joe Cope, Mr and Mrs Ceil Etheridge, Mr and Mrs Hey, Miss Louise Schroeder, and others.
Preliminary hearing against Cloyd Nunnelley and Jenn Me. Sormick on larceny at farm machinery has been set for August 21 by C W Flosd Justice of the peace. They are accused of taking a cultivator, sweeps, and a tractor cultivator valued at $300. Both are held to jail. A second case for August 28 before Floyd involves theft of cultivators from Buck Gilmore valued at $350. A charge of theft of a car from Dr Forsythe was waived to circuit court. David C Willings named counsel.
A county superintendent reports a regional directive summary noting that under federal law no child under 18 may be employed in producing school goods for interstate commerce. The rule covers local and migratory children, but not farm children on their parents’ land.
In Munich on August 14 two thousand balloons were launched from southern Germany toward Czechoslovakia carrying 2,000,000 leaflets for the American Crusade for Freedom. The leaflets urged the Czech people and warned of wind blasts as some balloons exploded at high altitude, scattering about 2,500 pamphlets over Czechoslovakia.
Miss Margate Pope Shawnee and Jimmy J. Akin Shawnee united in marriage at Trinity Baptist Church with Rev. Robert R. Chambers officiating. The couple planned a home in Burkburnett Texas after a ceremony on Monday August 13. The groom is attached to the U S Army at Sheppard Field.
R. L. Martin appeared before Justice Percy Sivning and paid a line of 10 dollars plus costs on charges of fishing without a license. Martin was apprehended by game warden Joe Hamer south of Stonewall. Sturgeon meat was unusually smoked in the area.
Mrs. Sam Haines returns to church after illness as revival begins September 20. Local families and relatives visit, with sailors and servicemen passing through. Rev. LaFollette and daughters plan two weeks vacation visiting Gadsden and relatives. Various residents and visitors share news of travel, prayers, and church activities across Latta and nearby towns.
Newport News Va August 11 Oklahoma's Bud Wilkinson will coach the West in the Shrine East West game in San Francisco this year. He will lead a three man staff with Jess Netly of Rice Institute and Lynn Waldorf of California. The 1957 game is set for December 25 at Kezar Stadium, San Francisco, per Bill Coffman promoter.
Readers note a diverse array of rocks spanning multiple geological ages observed in the Southweek region. The brief item highlights the rich mineral variety and longstanding geological history preserved in local formations, prompting interest among researchers and students.
Vanoss 10 Club held a Wednesday meeting at the school opened by Mrs. H Stephens. Devotional by Mrs. Welch and prayers by Mrs. Jones. Members shared hobbies during roll call. New member Mrs. Weil welcomed. Report on Stalwater Farm trip by Mrs. Miller. Plans for fair exhibits discussed and a August 23 meeting set to select exhibits. Attendees to bring canned goods for group discussion on the Art of Growing Older.
Senator Douglas of Illinois pressed to block Truman court picks by urging qualified men and objecting to Harrington and Drucker. He criticized the presidential selections as not meeting standards and urged the Senate judiciary panel to table the nominations.
Shelby Wells, 23, was charged with the murder of his wife Fern, 22, shot yesterday in front of their Oxla Ohio home as she pleaded against a threat. Police said Wells hidden in weeds near the house after the killing and fought with officers before being jailed awaiting arraignment.
Konawa special meeting extended by East Mether church from August 5 to August 19. Rev Griffin Hamilton delivering evangelistic messages daily. Don Foresmian of Caddo leading song service and youth work. Services held in a large tent on South Broadway.
Joyce Taylor, four and a half years director of correspondence study at East Central State College, accepts a commerce instructor post at Bowlegs High School. She previously taught in Vamoosa Seminole county Park View Holdenville Fairview Hughes county St. Louis and Cameron grade schools. She holds a B.S. in education from East Central with majors in business education and history. Taylors duties include teaching Typing I and II and Shorthand in Bowlegs commerce department.
Anadarko Oklahoma August 14 Justice of the Peace Ed Moran announced he will use an all woman jury in a criminal case the first in the states history The question of legality was raised but recent actions by the legislature and local precedents support women jurors Moran said it is high time women participate in local government Defense attorney W H Cooper stated the all woman jury could serve as well as men The case concerns Junior Claborn charged with disturbing the peace
LOS ANGELES Aug 15 Hearst dies at Beverly Hills. will divides multi million fortune among widow Millicent Hearst five sons and charitable organizations. Widow to receive 6 million trust fund plus 1.5 million cash. annual 150000 to each son. distribution to occur after last grandson dies. Trust assets include preferred stock in Hearst Corporation. Organizations named include University of California Los Angeles museum of history science and art and California charities foundation.
Mrs Birdie Dryden a Pontotoc county native and East Central State College graduate will teach primary grades in the Bowlegs Seminole county school system. Her appointment marks another step in local education staffing.
A petition to protest two blocks of paving on East Twelfth was filed in the city clerk’s office to prevent action. Protests also target West Twelfth paving from Bluff to Ash, with 43.75 percent owner support. If five blocks proceed, contracts for Fast Ninth East Rennie to Constant and East Eighth from Mississippi to Francis plus Constant Ninth to Tenth await letting.
Vanoss announces a full back to school schedule with staff lists and enrollment plans. Faculty include new hires Mrs. Virginia Mitcham and Keith Sales along with veteran principals and teachers. classes start August 27. The district notes college training for most teachers and bids for two more hires in math/science or history and music.
Loren L. Brown of 726 St Hope Ada Oklahoma received a combat promotion to sergeant with the 7th Infantry Regiment on the Central front in Korea. The unit has fought through the campaign and recently advanced over defenses to high ground east of Kumhwa near the Lion Triangle. Brown has earned two combat promotions since joining the 7th Division, six months apart.
Salt Lake City August eleventh reports an eleven year old girl Ann Winegar saved eighty two dollars to help with her newborn sister’s hospital costs. The child promised to contribute from saved pocket money since Christmas as a tribute to her new sister born August 4. A separate science note mentions balsa wood dust used in labs to visualize air flow for research.
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