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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1956

Page

5

Parish Chapel Visitors Share Weekend News

Mr and Mrs J W Law and Max and Mrs Florence Wren of Stratford visited friends and relatives in the Chism community Sunday and with Mr and Mrs John Qualls of Summers Chapel. The Drydens of Lawrence visited Monday evening with the Drydens at Frank Dryden and with Mrs Virgie Pennington and Mrs Mildred Clay.

J. W. Law Max Florence Wren Stratford John Qualls Summers Chapel Ray Dryden Lawrence Frank Dryden E. C. Clay of Virgie Pennington Mildred Clay

Orchard visits for peaches near Stratford noted

Mrs Verneice Dryden and Miss Ruby Dryden shopped at the Perry orchard north of Stratford on Monday for canning peaches. Also present were Mrs Clara Wood Mrs Ver non Gray Vickie Rodney Mike Florence Isaacs and Mrs Lorraine who had been to Rigsbys orchard. Mr and Mrs Jim Kight of Galey called on their daughter and Mr and Mrs M D Edwards visited Sunday evening.

Verneice Dryden Ruby Dryden Perry Orchard Stratford Clara Wood Vernon Gray Vickie Rodney Mike Florence Isaacs Lorraine Rigsby Jim Kight Galey M. D. Edwards

Wood Family Visits Spotted Across Stratford and Nearby

Mr and Mrs John Wood spent Sunday with his brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs Layton Wood of Stratford. Mrs Clara Wood and Willie Isaacs called on Mr and Mrs P O Henson Wednesday evening. E C Cavener and H R visited Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Ray Lamb.

John Wood Mrs Layton Wood Stratford Clara Wood Willie Isaacs Mrs. P. O. Henson E. C. Cavener H. R Mrs. Ray Lamb

Carson and Qualls Visit Sunday Afternoon

Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson visited Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs John Qualls of Summers Chapel.

Oscar Carson John Qualls Summers Chapel

Mrs Crowder and Family Visit Grandparents in Dallas

Mrs Iva Mae Crowder and her children are spending a few days with her parents the Troy Millers while her husband is transferred from Oklahoma City to Dallas.

Iva Mae Crowder Troy Millers Oklahoma City Dallas

Mrs Martin Stiles Visits Mrs Edwards and her Children

Mrs Martin Stiles and her children called on Mrs M D Edwards for a social visit Thursday evening.

Martin Stiles M. D. Edwards

Community Youth Fellowship Attendees Listed

Those from the community who attended the Youth Fellowship meeting at Gaar Corner Saturday night included Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dryden, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Law and Max, Mrs. Florence Wren and Miss Irene Carson.

Gaar Corner Frank Dryden J. W. Law and Max Florence Wren Irene Carson

Water fight caps Youth Camp's final afternoon

Max Law and Irene Carson report enjoying the water fight on the last day of the Youth Camp held at the Baptist Camp Ground. The event is a sure feature and eagerly anticipated by sponsors and children alike.

Max Law Irene Carson Baptist

Visiters from Stratford and Shawnee Call on Mrs Arthur

Florence Isaacs called on Thursday afternoon and was accompanied by Mrs Zona Arthur of Stratford. Also visiting Mrs Arthur was Mrs Zora Wadlow of Shawnee.

Florence Isaacs Zona Arthur Stratford Zora Wadlow Shawnee

Visitation Report From Mrs Dryden’s Sunday Trip

Mrs Verneice Dryden visited her parents Mr and Mrs Jim Magar Sunday. Other visitors included Mrs Irene Klutts of Stratford Miss Ruth Magar of Ada and Mrs Dorothy Loven.

Verneice Dryden Jim Magar Irene Klutts Stratford Ruth Magar Ada Dorothy Loven

Dryden Home Hosts Lawrence Children for Monday Supper

The children of Lawrence visited Ruby and Glen Dryden for a Monday supper gathering, sharing a meal and conversation in a family setting.

Ray Dryden Lawrence Ruby Glen Dryden

Jacksons Visit Pennington Family Saturday Night

Mr and Mrs B B Jackson and their girls visited Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington at Gaar Corner Saturday night.

B. B. Jackson Gaar Corner Milo Pennington

Preston Farmer Calls On His Uncle Monday

Preston Farmer contacted his uncle Lee Farmer on Monday according to the readable portion of the report.

Preston Farmer Lee Farmer

Miller couple vacationing with Memphis relatives

Mr and Mrs Virgil Ray Miller of Memphis Tex are spending their vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs Troy Miller and other relatives.

Virgil Ray Miller Memphis, Tex Troy Miller

Gray Family Visiting Relatives in Seminole

Mr and Mrs Fred Gray and their children spent Saturday with his brother Mr and Mrs Thurman Gray in Seminole, visiting relatives and sharing time together.

Fred Gray Mrs. Thurman Gray Seminole

Pennington Visit Over Sunday Between Ada Families

Mr and Mrs Coleman Pennington and their children from Ada visited Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington on Sunday, sharing time with family.

Ada residents visit Doyne Isaacs Monday morning

Loyd Gurley Nelda Sue Violet and brother and Miss Jo Ann Dearman of Ada called on Doyne Isaacs Monday morning.

Loyd Gurley Nelda Sue Violet Jo Ann Dearman Ada Doyne Isaacs

Meeks Family Visit From Oakland Pauses In Visit

Mrs Maude Meeks and her sons Raymond travel from Oakland California to visit Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer and family on Thursday.

Carl Kettler Visits Cousin Danny Edwards

Carl Kettler of Asher spent part of last week with his cousin Danny Edwards. The trip highlights family ties across the region.

Carl Kettler Asher Danny Edwards

Ardmore Family Visits for Birthday Celebration

Mr and Mrs Thomas Taylor and children from Ardmore visited Friday night and Saturday with her parents. It was Mr Carson s birthday and she brought him a large cake and a gift.

Ferguson's Call To Penningtons Monday

F A Ferguson called on Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington on Monday to discuss a local matter affecting their household and neighborhood.

F. A. Ferguson Mrs. Alfred Pennington

Ada residents visit relatives in town and countryside

Ronnie Cavener of Ada spends a few days with his grandfather E. C. Cavener. Mr. and Mrs. P. O. Henson visit her father, Mr. and Mrs. B. Crawford north of Ada Friday.

Ronnie Cavener Ada E. C. Cavener P. O. Henson Mrs. B. Crawford Ada Friay

Tucker Family Visit Reported in Galey

Mr and Mrs M R Tucker and their daughters of Galey were the Sunday visitors noted in the community column with no further details of events or Activities provided.

Local Social Notes From Ada Area Visits

Dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Isaacs included Vernon Gray and children of Oil Center and Joe Gray of Center. Donald Ray Henson visited his mother Mrs. Gracie Hayes of Rebee on Sunday. Ronnie and Larry Cavener of Ada spent time with grandfather E. C. Cavener. Mrs. Clara Wood and Florence Isaacs visited Mrs. Rance Tucker briefly. Garland Pennington called on Wanda Hendrix of Ada Saturday night.

Willie Isaacs Vernon Gray Oil Center Joe Gray Center Donald Ray Henson Gracie Hayes Rebee Ronnie and Larry Cavener Ada E. C. Cavener Garland Pennington Wanda Hendrix

Pennington Visit Binds Families in Lind Area

Jerry Pennington traveled Sunday to Lind with Mr and Mrs Neville Pennington and Harrell Gene to visit Mr and Mrs Ernest Payne and their family.

Jerry Pennington Lindsay Neville Pennington Harrell Gene Ernest Payne

Whitesboro Residents Visit W N Isaacs Home

Mr and Mrs Ernest Farrier and Linda Isaacs of Whitesboro Tex called in the W N Isaacs home Thursday.

Ernest Farrier and Linda Isaacs Whitesboro, Tex W. N. Isaacs

Moran Visits Ada Resident Friday Evening

Kendall Moran of Ada visited Miss Irene Carson Friday evening.

Kendall Moran Ada Irene Carson

Visit Notes And Family Updates From Local Residents

Miss Vasto Pennington visits sister in Pecan Grove. Mr and Mrs Ed Bray and family hosted. F A Ferguson visited sister Mrs Baker of Asher. E C Cavener received a letter from Mozelle and her daughter Patsy visiting Disneyland and now in Old Mexico sightseeing.

Vasto Pennington Ed Bray Pecan Grove E. C. Cavener Mozelle Patsy Disneyland Old Mexico

Dixie Wadlington Stricken by Polio in Hospital

Friends report Dixie Wadlington confined to hospital with polio. She and her parents lived in the community a few years ago and attended Parish Chapel School. Wishing her a speedy recovery.

Dixie Wadlington Dixie Parish Chapel

Miss Irene Carson Attends Services at Baptist Camp Ground

Miss Irene Carson attended church at the Baptist Camp Ground on Thursday and Friday, joining congregants for worship and fellowship.

Irene Carson Baptist Camp Ground

Mrs Elma Law and Ward Visit Oma Ward at Creel Convalescent

Mrs Elma Law visited Saturday with Max and Mrs Florence Wren to see Oma Ward who is staying at Creel Convalescent Home.

Elma Law Max Florence Wren Oma Ward Creel

Mrs Mildred Clay Awaits Return Of Husband In Japan

Mrs Mildred Clay counts days until husband Orin returns from Uncle Sam's service in Japan. He is due home on August 23, ending months apart as she awaits his homecoming.

Mildred Clay Orin Uncle Sam Japan

Jerry Pennington Spends Day with Max Law

Jerry Pennington spent Thursday with Max Law, sharing time in a relaxed meeting that highlighted their ongoing collaboration and mutual interests. The gathering emphasized friendship and potential future projects between the two men.

Jerry Pennington Max Law

Mrs J E McClaren Visits Mrs Pennington

Mrs J E McClaren of Stratford visited Mrs Lorraine Pennington Thursday morning.

J. E. McClaren Stratford Lorraine Pennington

Visit at Reed Home Includes Family Guests

Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer Jan ie Gene and Homer visited Mr and Mrs Lawrence Reed of Fran cis Thursday. Mrs Maude Meeks and sons of California were also visitors in the Reed home. Mrs Meeks and Mrs Farmer are sisters of Mr Reed.

Lee Farmer Janie Gene Homer Lawrence Reed Francis Maude Meeks Sons of California Reed Meeks Mrs. Farmer Mr. Reed

Ada and Midwest City visitors visit local families

Charles Crowder of Midwest City and Percy Richardson of Ada visit Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Farmer and Debra of Rebee plus Mr. and Mrs. Lavern Farmer of Ada to see Mr. and Mrs. Lee Farmer Sunday.

Charles Crowder Midwest City Percy Richardson Ada Lawrence Farmer Debra Rebee Lavern Farmer Lee Farmer

Miss Clara Miller Returns Home After Visit

Miss Clara Miller returns to her home after a two week visit with her brother and family, Mr and Mrs Virgil Ray Miller of Memphis Tex.

Clara Miller Virgil Ray Miller Memphis Tex

Mr and Mrs J W Law Attend Free Will Baptist Church

Mr J W Law his wife and Max attended the Free Will Baptist church in Stratford Sunday morning for worship with fellow parishioners.

J. W. Law Max The Free Will Baptist Church Stratford

John Alexander Visits Aunt and Family This Week

John Alexander of Francis spends several days with his aunt and family Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer. He is enjoying time with relatives and taking part in family gatherings during the visit.

John Alexander Francis Mrs Lee Farmer

Mrs Jene Anderson Visits Mrs Iva Carson

Mrs Jene Anderson spent awhile Monday with Mrs Iva Carson in a social visit that highlighted friendly neighborhood ties and shared fellowship.

Jene Anderson Iva Carson

Pennington Visit Reported With Pickett Residents

Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington visited Mr and Mrs Wallace of Pickett on Sunday, sharing a family call and social greeting during a weekend visit.

Alfred Pennington Mrs. Wallace Pickett

Texas couple visits daughter in Ada area

Mr and Mrs Elmo Minor of Texas travel to Ada vicinity to visit their daughter Nadine Sweeney and other relatives. Mrs Minor is the former Zella Pennington who grew up in the community.

Elmo Minor Texas Nadine Sweeney Ada Mrs. Minor Zella Pennington

Edwards Visit In Purcell Highlights Family Reunion

Mr and Mrs James Edwards of Purcell visited his uncle Mr and Mrs M D Edwards Sunday in a quiet family gathering that emphasized kinship across generations.

James Edwards of Purcell M. D. Edwards

Ada social note on Mayrene Farmer visit

Mayrene Farmer spent Saturday with Mr and Mrs Lavern Farmer of Ada for a family gathering and social visit in the community.

Mayrene Mrs. Lavern Farmer Ada

Whitesboro Family Visits Brother in Texas

Mr and Mrs Ernest Farmer and daughter Linda Isaacs of Whitesboro Texas visited her brother Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer on Saturday in a family gathering marking a shared trip and reunion among relatives in the area.

Ernest Farmer Linda Isaacs Whitesboro, Tex Mrs Lee Farmer

Mrs Iva Carson Visits Ada Sister on Monday

Mrs. Iva Carson called on her sister Mrs. Cora Davis of Ada Monday morning.

Iva Carson Cora Davis Ada

New Agriculture Teacher Invites to Ada FFA Banquet

Pat Gallup the new agriculture teacher at Vaness asked Max Law to attend an FFA banquet at the Aldridge Hotel Ada on August 21. Jerry Pennington, visiting Max, met the new teacher as well. Gallup was raised near Stratford.

Pat Gallup Vaness Max Law FFA Aldridge Hotel Ada Jerry Pennington Max Mr. Gallup Stratford

Mrs Florence Wren Visiting Law Residence

Mrs Florence Wren is spending this week with Mr and Mrs J W Law, likely a social visit noted in local society pages.

Florence Wren J. Ww. Law

Farmer Kin Visit Ends Sunday Evening

Virgil Farmer visited his brother Lee Farmer Sunday evening along with Patsy and Gerald Lynx, according to local sources.

Virgil Farmer Patsy Gerald Lynx Lee Farmer

Pod Law Family Visit Highlighted in Ada

Mr and Mrs Pod Law of Ada visited Sunday with his parents Mr and Mrs J W Law and Max in a small family gathering that reflected close ties and local roots.

Mrs. Pod Law Ada J. W. Law Max

Family Attends Church at Lightning Ridge

Ton and his family have been attending church at Lightning Ridge over the past week, joining local worshippers in services and community fellowship.

Alfred Pennington Lightning Ridge

A L Carsons Headed to Lubbock on Monday Morning

A. L. Carsons left for Lubbock on Monday morning, continuing travel as planned with no stated stops or delays.

A. L. Carsons Lubbock

Notable Social Visit Cited With Ada Guests

Mrs. Elma Law and Max, joined by Mr. and Mrs. Willie Bullard of Ada, spent Saturday with local hosts for a cordial social gathering.

Elma Law Max Florence Wren Willie Bullard Ada

Shawnee Couple Hosts Sunday Visit

Rev and Mrs Don Robinson and family of Shawnee were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs M D Edwards and family for a family gathering with the Edwards welcoming relatives.

Don Robinson Shawnee M. D. Edwards

Stratford Family Visit Highlights Clara Chandler Visit

Mrs. Clara Chandler and her Stratford boys visited Tuesday with her sister Mrs. Pearl Gray and her children, sharing time together in a family gathering.

Clara Chandler Stratford Pearl Gray

Farmer Family Reunion Reported At Wintersmith Park Ada

Mr and Mrs Virgil Farmer and family attended a reunion at Wintersmith Park in Ada Sunday. Lee Farmer was sick and couldn't go.

Virgil Farmer Wintersmith Park Ada Lee Farmer

Mrs Cora Davis Visits Ada Sister In Ada

Mrs Cora Davis of Ada spent Monday with her sister Mrs Iva Carson in Ada as part of a short domestic visit and family gathering.

Roberts Visit Uncle in Slaton Texas

Mr and Mrs Earl Dee Roberts of Slaton Texas visited her uncle in the area during a brief family trip.

Earl Dee Roberts Slaton, Tex

Karen Improves Staying in Smith Arkansas for Asthma

The text notes that Karen has stayed in Smith Arkansas since last fall due to asthma and it seems she does much better there. It also mentions granddaughter Candi Lobaugh celebrating her third birthday.

Smith, Ark Karen Candi Lobaugh

Death of Mrs. Joe Ross at Mena Arkansas

J C Ross learned early Saturday of his mother Mrs Joe Ross's death in Mena Arkansas. Funeral services were held Monday. Mr and Mrs Ross left for Arkansas on Sunday.

J. C. Ross Joe Ross Mena Ark Ross Arkansas

Floyd Morris Jr. Leaves Ada for El Paso Training

Floyd Morris Jr. of Ada departs Thursday for El Paso to begin military training with the armed services. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Morris Sr.

Floyd Morris Jr Ada Floyd Morris Sr el Paso The Armed Services

Harrises Visit Gene Burr in Seminole Home

Mr and Mrs Virgil Harris spent Wednesday night in the home of their son Gene Burr in Seminole. The brief social item notes family visitation in the city.

Virgil Harris Gene (Burr Seminole

Murray College Cadets Begin Fort Hood Training Expedition

Richard Osborn and Joe Wayne Howell travel with the Murray College group for two weeks of training at Fort Hood Texas starting Sunday morning.

Richard Osborn Joe Wayne Howell Murray College Fort Hood, Tex

Deleplain Family Arrives From Berkeley For Visit

Mr and Mrs James Deleplain and their children arrived Tuesday from Berkeley California for a brief stay with his parents the J L Deleplains.

James Deleplain Berkeley Calif J. L. Deleplains

Crabtree Family Visits Coleman Relatives Over Weekend

Mr and Mrs John Ray Crabtree and their daughter Beth visited relatives in Coleman Saturday night and Sunday.

John Ray Crabtree Beth Coleman

Bighams Dined with Son in Latta Household

Mr and Mrs C B Bigham and daughter Lelia Sue were dinner guests in the home of their son Charles and family at Latta recently.

C. B. Bigham Lelia Sue Charles Latta

Braddock Family Visit Ties California Relatives

Mr and Mrs Leon Braddock and their children and H R Wood of Lemoore California visited Fred Braddock and family last week Leon and Fred are brothers and Mr Wood is Freds father in law from Mrs Braddock line of kinships added for context.

Leon Braddock H. R. Wood Lemoore Calif Fred Braddock Leon Fred Mr. Wood

Farmers and Alexander Stop in Sulphur Monday

Homer and Wayne Farmer and John Alexander were seen in Sulphur on Monday for undisclosed reasons.

Homer Wayne Farmer John Alexander

Jolly Workers Club Meets at Mrs Howell Home

The Fittstown group gathered August 7 at 2 p.m. with ten members present led by president Lillie Barrick. D N Landris shared crochet, Treva McDaniel worked on a quilt while others visited.

Jolly Workers Club Lucille Howell D. N. Landris Treva McDaniel Lillie Barrick Opal Brents Mae Fox Beatrice Stanford Jo Dene Stanford Mildred Uhlich Ruby Flinn Ruth Landis Howell

Phillips and Son Visit Rol Phillips Family in Amarillo

W. T. Phillips and son J. C. of Amarillo visited his brother Rol Phillips and family on Friday.

W. T. Phillips J. C Amarillo Roland

Ada Rodeo Parade Draws Crowds Despite Hot Sun

A Tuesday rodeo parade in Ada drew attendees who enjoyed the event despite intense heat from the sun showcasing local participants and community spirit.

Ada

Conley Family Visit Noted at Sam Marshall Home

Mr and Mrs Russell Conley and children formerly of Columbia Tex visited in the Sam Marshall home last week outlining a family reunion moment and travel from Texas.

Russell Conley Columbia, Tex Sam Marshall

Karen Blair Returns to Grandparents Home in Fort

Karen Blair is back with her grandparents Mr and Mrs H C Willis after her parents relocate to Fort. The brief item notes family arrangements and residence change in the community.

Karen Blair H. C. Willis Fort

Cottage prayers prep revival set for August

Cottage prayers were held in Baptist church homes last week as prep for a revival meeting beginning August 20.

The Baptist Church

Sister of Mrs Marshall and Mr Watts visit from Arkansas

A sister of Mrs. Marshall, Mrs. Edgar Watts, and her husband Mr. Watts from Marshall, Arkansas spent several days visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Marshall last week.

Sam Marshall Marshall Edgar Watts Mr. Watts Marshall, Ark

Mr and Mrs Roland Wilson Visit L L Wilsons

Mr and Mrs Roland Wilson and their two boys from McLoud spent the weekend with his parents the L L Wilsons, sharing time at the family home.

Roland Wilson McLoud L. L. Wilsons

Craddocks Visit In Stonewall Family Gathering

Mr and Mrs Earl Craddock and their sons Charles and Johnny of Stonewall visited the Johnsons Mr and Mrs J F Johnson and Paul Friday night.

Earl Craddock Charles and Johnny Stonewall J. F. Johnson Paul

Craine Couple Vacationing with Parents in Coalgate

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Craine of Lovington New Mexico are spending their vacation with his parents Mr. and Mrs. O E Cherry and her parents in Coalgate.

Raymond Craine Lovington, N. M Mrs O. E. Cherry Coalgate

Turners Plan Florida Trip With Friends

Mr and Mrs H B Turner stay in Roswell until Monday then join Rev and Mrs Dean Miller for a trip to Leesville Largo and other Florida places. They will be away about two weeks with Mrs C H Lee acting as postmaster in Mrs Turner’s absence.

H. B. Turner Roswell Turners Dean Miller Leesville Largo Florida C. H. Lee Turner

Mr and Mrs C H Lee Visit Oklahoma City

Mr and Mrs C H Lee were in Oklahoma City Tuesday returning Wednesday to help their [readable text ends].

C. H. Lee Oklahoma City

Bellars Visit Glenn Family Over Weekend in Tulsa

Mr and Mrs Lester Bellar and their grandchildren from Tulsa spent the weekend with Mrs Bellar s brother W A Glenn and Mrs Glenn.

Lester Bellar Tulsa

Howry Reunion Attendees Gather in Lawton

Those attending the Howry reunion in Lawton last Sunday included Mr. and Mrs. Verdell Howry and son Dale, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Howry, Jake Howry, and Theron Howry of Ada.

Howry Lawton Verdell Howry Dale Jack Howry Jake Howry Theron Howry Ada

Mrs Charley Davis Released From Valley View Hospital

Local notes state Mrs Charley Davis was released from Valley View Hospital after treatment. The brief update confirms discharge and current health status.

Charley Davis Valley View Hospital

Tulsa trio visits parents in Oklahoma

Mr. and Mrs. Earl Scott and their daughter of Tulsa spent time at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Bill Simmons.

Earl Scott Tulsa Bill Simmons

Church embraces home prayer meetings replaces weekly services

The church will hold its weekly prayer meetings in private homes. Last Wednesday night the prayer service took place at the W. C. Wizgley home.

W. C. Wizgley

Dinner Guests At C. E. Cherry Home

Dinner guests in the C. E. Cherry home Thursday evening included Rev. Fred Yates of Roff Rev. C. J. Waldrup of Stonewall Rev. Adrian Cole and Mrs Cole Mr. Cherry’s sister Mrs. Erwin Williams and Mr. Williams of Shamrock Texas The Williamses spent the night with the Cherrys.

C. E. Cherry Fred Yates Roff C. J. Waldrup Stonewall Adrian Cole Mr. Cherry Erwin Williams Mr. Williams Shamrock Tex Williamses Cherrys

Rev and Mrs Adrian Cole Visit Asher on Business

Rev and Mrs Adrian Cole and their son were in Asher Monday evening on personal business.

Adrian Cole and Son Asher

Texas visitors gather for Ada rodeo parade attendance

Visiting in the John Herell home from San Antonio were Mrs Herell’s nephew Sgt W B Farris Mrs Farris and children and Bob Herell’s son his wife and Midland Texas kin. The children stayed for the Ada rodeo parade Tuesday. Lonnie Craddock of Pauls Valley left his father George Craddock’s home for Okmulgee to assume a field manager role with Mid-Continent Oil Co.

John Herell San Antonio Tex Lonnie Craddock Pauls Valley George Cradduck Okmulgee Mid-Continent Oil Co

Kingston Couple Visits Son at Baptist Church

Mr and Mrs Philps of Kingston spent Sunday night with their son Rev Max Philps and family while attending church services at the Baptist Church Sunday night.

Mrs. Philps Kingston Rev Max Philps The Baptist Church

Manahars Move Into Rear Of New Cafe Building

The D. E. Manahars take residence in the apartment at the rear of the newly constructed cafe. The cafe itself has not opened yet.

D. E. Manahars

McNinch Family Ties Highlight Stratford Oklahoma Visit

Stratford residents Mr and Mrs A L McNinch plus Mr and Mrs Russell McNinch of Oklahoma City spent Tuesday and Wednesday night with Leo McNinch and family. Earl Patterson returned home after a brief stay at the Veterans Hospital in Sulphur. Frank Rogers and Mrs Neel visited Saturday night.

A. L. McNinch Stratford Russel McNinch Oklahoma City Leo McNinch Earl Patterson Veterans Hospital Sulphur Frank Rogers A. H. Neel

Leta Sliger Visits Miss Phyllis Barnes

Leta Sliger of Fittstown is visiting Miss Phyllis Barnes in a social visit noted in local society.

Leta Sliger Fittstown Phyllis Barnes

Young People Swim Night at First Baptist Church

The Young People's Class of the First Baptist Church held a swimming party at Sulphur on Thursday night. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Walter Crow and Don, Mr. and Mrs. Leo McNinch with Don and Gayle, Mr. and Mrs. John Dunn with Mary and Donnie, Patsy Clay, Joyce and Boyce Jones, and John, Davis, and Merlene Kinsey.

First Baptist Church Walter Crow Don Leo McNinch Gayle John Dunn Mary Donnie Patsy Clay Joyce Boyce Jones John, Davis Merlene Kinsey

Ada Woman Bonnie Fuller Visits Patterson Family

Mrs. Bonnie Fuller of Ada visited her parents Mr and Mrs R H Patterson on Thursday, sharing time with family.

Bonnie Fuller Ada R. H. Patterson

Funeral attendance ties Doughty and Lee families

Mrs. C. H. Lee traveled to Wilson on Friday to join funeral services for the brother of Mrs. J. T. Doughty. The Doughtys and Lees have long been friends.

C. H. Lee Wilson J. T. Doughty Doughtys Lees

Winter visit brings Burnett family together in Lindsay

Mr and Mrs Sam Winter visited Lindsay last Monday to see their daughter Mrs Kenneth Burnett and her family. Their grandson Jimmy Burnett joined them to spend the week at home.

Sam Winter Lindsay Kenneth Burnett Jimmy Burnett

California trip ends after visit with Flinn kin

Mr and Mrs Junior Ward and family conclude a weeklong stay with S R Flinn and other relatives before returning to their home in California.

Junior Ward California S. R. Flinn

Mrs Merl Crabtree Visits Relatives in Livermore Calif

Mrs Merl Crabtree and her children from Livermore California visited her mother in law Mrs W M Crabtree recently, sharing time with family.

Merl Crabtree Livermore, Calif W. M. Crabtree

Holdenville Children Staying With Aunt During Recovery

Charplett and Gary Sullivan children of Mr and Mrs Ken Sullivan of Holdenville stay with their aunt Mrs E T Boyds ton while their mother recovers from an operation. They expect to go home this week.

Mrs Greer Returns From Tulsa Visit to Sister’s Home

Mrs. C D Greer returns Monday to the home of her sister Mrs H N Clampitt after visiting relatives in Tulsa for a few days.

C. D. Greer H. N. Clampitt Mrs. Greer Tulsa

Hursh Family Weekend Visit From Goldsmith and Oklahoma City

Over the weekend Bert Hursh hosted his son and family from Goldsmith Gex Mrs Hurshs sister and her family Mr and Mrs J D Chambers Donna Debby and David Chambers and Mrs Hurshs brother Mr and Mrs RW McClung and son Charley of Oklahoma City Charley joined the week long visit with Aunt Madge and Uncle Bert The children Donna Debby David and Charley stayed a full week with their aunt and uncle.

Bert Hursh Goldsmith Gex Mrs. Hursh J. D. Chambers Donna Debby David Chambers Hursh R. W. McClung Charley Oklahoma City David Madge Bert

Mr and Mrs McCullar Guests of Brewers in Oklahoma City

Mr and Mrs W E McCullar were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Eugene Brewington in Oklahoma City, sharing hospitality during their visit.

W. E. McCullar Eugene Brewington Oklahoma City

Violet Nelson Visits Mrs Pitts Saturday Afternoon

Violet Nelson visited Mrs. George Pitts on Saturday afternoon in a quiet social call.

Violet Nelson George Pitts

MeNinch Visits Ord Residents over Weekend

W. D. MeNinch of Ord Nebraska spent Saturday and Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Leo MeNinch, according to local social notes.

W. D. MeNinch Ord, Neb Mrs Leo MeNinch

Don Dunn Visits Tommy Gasaway After Morning Fishing

Don Dunn spent Tuesday visiting Tommy Gasaway. The boys fished all morning but failed to land a good catch and later attended the rodeo parade that evening.

Don Dunn Tommy Gasaway

Tulsa Miller Visit With Alabama Guest At McNinch Home

Larry and David Miller of Tulsa and Micky Blankenship of Alabama spent last week visiting Gayle and Donald McNinch.

Larry and David Miller Tulsa Micky Blankenship Alabama Gayle Donald McNinch

Gasaway Family Visits Starns in Hominy

Mr and Mrs Vernon Gasaway and Sammy Lynn visited Mr and Mrs Frank Starns and their boys in Hominy on Wednesday.

Vernon Gasaway Sammy Lynn Frank Starns

Neels Proudly Announce New Car Ownership

Mr and Mrs A H Neel announce their ownership of a new automobile. Mary Jo Gasaway visits relatives in Konawa this week.

Mary Jo Gasaway Konawa

Oklahoma City Families Noted in Local Social Notes

Coots, Mr. and Mrs. Loren Hagar and Mr. and Mrs. Billy Joe Adams and twin daughters, all of Oklahoma City. Euel Umphers, Mr. Morris, and Mrs. Loretta Kite, Danny and Charles of Healdton.

Coots Loren Hagar Billy Joe Adams Oklahoma City Euel Umphers Morris Loretta Kite Danny Charles Healdton

Yvonne and Kenneth Little Visit Relatives in Texas

Yvonne and Kenneth Little visited relatives in Texas during the past period. They traveled to meet extended family and reconnect with relatives across the state.

Yvonne Kenneth Little Texas

Union Hill resident in Valley View Hospital

Union Hill Jim Kirkes is in Valley View Hospital with a heart ailment. Visitors to the Kirkes home include Mr. and Mrs. Robert Trivitt of New Mexico and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Duckworth, William Mary and Anthony of Kansas. Also visiting were Mr. and Mrs. Noah Garrett and Myra Nell, and Mr. and Mrs. Bud Jones, Benny and Glenn Tuesday. Mr. Jones is listed as sick.

Jim Kirkes Valley View Hospital Kirkes Robert Trivitt New Mexico Earl Duckworth William Mary and Anthony Kansas Noah Garrett Myra Nell Bud Jones Benny Glenn

Beulah Holliday Improves After Surgery at Valley View

Beulah Holliday remains in Valley View Hospital recovering from recent surgery reported improving. Sunday School attendance reached seventy with most teachers present except Mrs Veira Underhill. Visitors included several area families and friends. A baby boy named Stephen Eugene arrived August 7 to Billy and Mrs Balthrope. Grandparents are Hudell Bolin, Mrs Bolin, and Mr and Mrs Balthrope.

Beulah Holliday Valley View Hospital Veira Underhill J. D. Underhill David Coats Oklahoma City Raymond Teel Leonard Tucker Dewayne Pat Barbara Jimmy Bartee Sutton Joyce Capes Betty Teel Euel Janett Bein Judy Bolin Paul Graham Dewayne McAnally Greens Reds Training Union Kemp Billy Balthrope Stephen Eugene Balthropes Hudell Bolin Balthrope Sampz McKnown Odell Bolin Shawnee John Sweeney Keith Norma

Glenna Dale Jones Celebrates Tenth Birthday

Glenna Dale Jones celebrated his tenth birthday on Wednesday August 8. Attending were Rev and Mrs Frank Cunningham Don Newby Mr and Mrs F O Jones and Benny and Barbara Jones.

Glenna Dale Jones Frank Cunningham Don Newby F. O. Jones Benny Barbara Jones

Jones sick list notes visitors to Mr Jones home

W. J. Jones is on the sick list this week. Those visiting Mr. Jones and Delphia were Mr. and Mrs. Bud Jones and family, Larry Cunningham, Don Newby and Hudell Bolin.

F. O. Jones W. J. Jones Delphia Mr. Jones

Edith James Visits Relatives Here Thursday

Mrs Edith James of Davis visited Mrs Lavona Jones and other relatives here Thursday. Edith James is the former Edith Tilley of the Walnut Grove community.

Edith James Davis Lavona Jones Edith Tilley Walnut Grove

Fire Destroys Pasture Barn At Two Farms

A blaze around noon Saturday burned several acres of pasture and a barn, and damaged trees at the Weston and Bruner farms. Neighbors fought the flames as Ada fire crews responded after a sudden wind shift sent the fire out of control.

D. B. Weston Earle Bruner Ada

Local Visitors Attend Households Thursday

Mr and Mrs Jim Kirkes visit Mrs Lonnie Cassady and Mr and Mrs Charley Rushing visit Mrs Lonnie Cassady, reflecting social rounds in the community.

Jim Kirkes Lonnie Cassady Charley Rushing Lonnie Cas

Bradley 77 Dies. Rites Held At Vanoss Church

Robert Marion Bradley 77 longtime area resident died Saturday in a Norman hospital. Services were Monday at Missionary Baptist Church in Vanoss. Survived by A. M. Bradley of Vanoss, Mrs. Leah Abston of Oklahoma City, Mrs. Floy Rogers of Ada, and several other children.

Robert Marion Bradley Norman Missionary Baptist Church Vanoss A. M. Bradley Leah Abston Oklahoma City Floy Rogers Ada

Barabara visitors recall Jones family gathering

Mr and Mrs Bud Jones of Bar bara hosted a Sunday visit with Benny and Glenn Don Newby and Larry Cunningham stopping by to see W J Jones and Delphia.

Bud Jones Barbara Benny Glenn Don Newby Larry Cunningham W. J. Jones Delphia

Irwins Head to Colorado for Vacation

Mr and Mrs L C Irwin left Monday for Colorado on vacation traveling to enjoy a leisure break and sightseeing together.

Mrs. L. C. Irwin Colorado

Mr and Mrs Henry Clampitt Visit Sister in Roff

Mr and Mrs Henry Clampitt visited a sister in law Mrs Ed Clampitt in Roff Saturday afternoon.

Henry Clampitt Ed Clampitt Roff

Ada visitors spend Thursday afternoon with Harris and Laxton

Mrs Newt Newberry and her children of Ada visited Mrs Maxine Harris and Elease Laxton on Thursday afternoon.

Newt Newberry Ada Maxine Harris Elease Laxton

Dink Binion Household Visit Attended by Several Relatives

Visitors included Mrs. Mary Nell Cummings and family, Jimmy Dan and Pattie Lea, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bramlett with Linda and David of Tulsa, and Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Binion and family from McAlester.

Dink Binion Mary Nell Cummings Jimmy Dan Pattie Lea Bill Bramlett Linda and David Tulsa Sonny Binion McAlester

Local visitors called on Barbara Jones and family

W. J. Jones and Delphia with several relatives visited Barbara Jones and her family on Friday afternoon, stopping by the home of Benny and Glenn Jones.

W. J. Jones Delphia Matt Richardson Darrel Roger Terry Gaylon Carline McNutt Danny Eddie Lynn Barbara Benny Glenn Jones

Rutherford son returns home after summer visit

Stanley Rutherford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Rutherford, came home last week from a summer spent visiting his grandparents in Wewoka.

Stanley Rutherford Warren Rutherford Wewoka

Healdton Couple Visits Collins Family Tuesday

Mr and Mrs Charlie Crow of Healdton visited Mr and Mrs George Collins and Bobby Joe and Mrs Nora Roper Tuesday.

Charlie Crow Healdton George Collins Bobby Joe Nora Roper

George Collins and Bobby Joe and Mrs Nora Roper over the weekend

George Collins and Bobby Joe and Mrs Nora Roper were described as Mr and Mrs Dave in a social note. The fragment indicates a weekend gathering involving the named individuals.

George Collins Bobby Joe Nora Roper Dave

Cattlemen Benefit From Forced Livestock Sales Under Drought

Drouth stricken farmers and ranchers may gain tax relief on excess livestock sales as involuntary conversions. Public Law 629 allows no tax if replaced with like kind within a period, typically by end of next year. IRS Publication 225 Chapter 13 outlines procedures. free copies are available locally.

Drouth Hurschel S. Ballard Internal Revenue Service Ada Mr. Ballard Ballard IRS

Market Drift in Quiet New York Session

Stocks showed a mixed, subdued day in New York with small price moves. Volume ran around 1.8 million shares as oil issues led early gains but faded while U S Steel and Bethlehem slipped. Motors and rails also declined.

New York Royal Dutch Gulf Oil U. S. Steel Bethlehem

Oklahoma City Livestock Market Report Finds Steady to Higher Prices

Oklahoma City stockyards report August 16 show cattle receipts near 3 000 and calves 500 with prices steady for many classes. Slaughter steers and heifers 15.00 to 20.00, cows 9.00 to 11.00, bulls 12.50 to 13.00, calves 12.00 to 16.00, stockers 14.00 to 17.90, hogs 800 head up to 25 cents higher with bulk 180 to 240 pounds at 16.25 to 17.50, lighter weights 14.75 to 16.50, sows 11.50 to 15.50, feeder pigs 11.00 to 13.50.

Oklahoma City USDA

Oklahoma City price report from the state Board of Agriculture

The state Board of Agriculture reports current Oklahoma City prices for farm goods. Wheat No 1 hard and No 1 hard moved slightly higher at several towns. Broilers No 1 steady to heavier sizes up to 19 cents fob farm. Eggs steady with mixed regional quotes. Butterfat No 1 steady with values around 50 to 52 cents in listed towns.

Oklahoma City State Board of Agriculture Guyman Hobart Hooker Vici Alva Bison Blackwell Clinton el Reno Enid Kingfisher Medford Yukon Frederick Hennessey Broilers Muskogee Tulsa Vinita Pavls Valley Elk City Woodward Laverne Watonga Lawton Pauls Valley

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