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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1973
Page
12
The piece recalls past shortages and warns of a looming liquified petroleum products shortage for heating in rural homes. It contrasts modern convenience with old cookstoves and fireplaces, noting energy advisory council concerns and the potential need for fuel allocations as winters grow harsher.
A farmer sues after crude oil leaks into his pasture killing sheep and a court orders damages for the dead flock. A suburban gas line case yields fault for dangerous neglect. Another farmer injured when his plow hit a buried pipeline is barred due to contributory negligence.
In a playful riff on perspiration and climate, the piece muses how a population boom in Oklahoma could alter rainfall and temperatures through wetness and water use. It then pivots to Gilbert and Sullivan jokes, comments on American humor, and notes baling wire's scarcity and transformed value amid hard times.
Six years ago my wife and I helped start an ecumenical coffee house, The Source, in a nearby city to reach beyond church walls. We faced refusal from the local council who feared “the wrong kinds of people,” yet Jesus showed mercy to sinners and called us to redemption, not judgement.
LATTA and numerous relatives and friends gathered or visited in Oklahoma and Texas. Names include Lonnda Henson, Billie, Celia Heath, April of Oklahoma City, Kit Thomas, Kay Henson, Celia Kay Henson, Bobby Millican, David Garrett, Tommy, Debbie Chapman, Johnny Ivey, Clara Baker, Lizzie Chapman, J. B. Chapman, Enid, Hugo, Rocky Ford Colorado, Don Bynum, Cal Acord, Joe Potts, Marvin Bynum, Richard Hart, Violet, Edna Turner, Hubert Walls, Elmore City, Steven Williams, Abi line Texas, Charles Brady II, Burtis Williams, Mattie Palmer funeral, Blanchard, Noble, Sulphur, Tishomingo, and many others in a flurry of visits and travels through the week.
Mothers and children enjoyed an outing at Wintersmith Park with numerous families listed including the Kelleys Rosses Gantts and Blanken shirts. Sunday Miller family reunion at Wintersmith Lodge drew many relatives and local visits featured throughout the week.
A Friday night wedding shower at the church dining hall celebrated Terry Shortes and Debbie Eaves who plan to wed September 1. Guests listed include numerous relatives and friends such as Frank Lewis Mary Lou Henson Vannie Northam Earl Franks Nina Sue James Abbott and Glen Eaves among many others.
Ada and Stratford residents aged 71 to 91 are reported dead in August. Names include EFTON LEE EDWARDS 78 STRATFORD residents MRS CARRIE E BRANNON 80 and MARY ELLEN BAUBLITS 80 Ada residents. Funeral homes Criswell Pickard and Smith listed with dates Aug 16 to 22.
Remington Arms Company, Inc. posted second quarter 1973 sales of 40.7 million dollars, up 17 percent from 34.7 million a year earlier as both ammunition and firearms contributed. First half 1973 sales reached 79.9 million, nine percent above 73.0 million. Second quarter earnings were 0.50 dollars per share, up 52 percent from 0.33 last year.
The Ada Roadrunners reorganized and elected officers at its first meeting Thursday at the old Ada Speedway. About 50 enthusiasts attended and chose Sue Braddy as president, Kenneth Bond as vice president, David Short as secretary treasurer, and Terry Files as reporter. The $12 membership funds will sponsor race and other cycle events. Next meeting set for Thursday August 23.
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