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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1967

Page

4

Ada Evening News and The Ada Weekly News Consolidation Notice

Consolidation notices state Ada Evening News combines with The Ada Weekly Democrat and other local papers across Pontotoc and adjoining counties. Details list publication dates such as Sept 2 1910s and Aug 1 1919 along with mail and carrier delivery options and subscription rates.

Aga, Oxlahomay Ada Weekly Democrat Fumotor County Enternese Jad Ada Bear ¢ Democrat Ade Timem Democrat

Federal action on food and labeling rules described

The piece surveys government involvement in food regulation. It notes FDA seizure of a “chicks sauce” lacking chicken and upcoming labeling standards under the Lene and Packaging Act, including bold net contents and ingredient order. It mentions Neal Smith and Thomas Foley pushing for mandatory federal meat inspection for plants over $250,000 in sales and FTC actions against Geritol広告 claims requiring prescription status.

Sam Food and Drug Administration FDA Department of Agriculture Congress Neal Smith Ova Thomas Foley Washington Federal Trade Commission

Tests on wills and intoxication clarify capacity

The article warns against signing a will while intoxicated or under strong drugs. It notes that a couple of drinks may still allow a valid will if the person understands, but severe impairment can void a testament. Courts may ease up on medication and suggest simple will forms to prove comprehension. The law favors honoring the testator’s true intentions.

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Indians Plan Meeting Here For Saturday

The Pontotoc County Chickasaw Council will hold a quarterly meeting Saturday in Ada district courtroom at 10 a.m. Gov. Overton James will report on recent vilings of the Indian Department. A housing progress report will be given. Attendees include Dan McDole Ardmore Calvin Beames Oklahoma City Bob Duncan Ada and Marie Rodke Baciey council secretary.

Pontotoc County Chickasaw Ada Overton James Indian Department Dan McDole Ardmore Calvin 3Eames Oklahoma City Indian Health and Welfare Service Bob Duncan Oklahoma Employment Security Commission Marie Rodke Baciey

What is Christian courage and obedience to God

Christian courage is not fearlessness but obedience to God. Paul and Jesus show courage as doing God’s will despite danger. They avoid risk unless God’s plan demands action, with support from friends and prayers. The core is obedience, not fearlessness or martyrdom.

Jesus Christ Paul Damascus Garden of Gethsemane Jerusalem God Holy City

Around the County singing and visits across communities

Local notes detail extensive social visits and church events across Wynnewood, Purcell, Ada, Stratford, and surrounding towns. The piece lists numerous families attending a Konawa singing, Sunday gatherings, and midweek visits, with highlights on church activities, training for county fair, and community travel to Six Flags Over Texas.

Sherry Pedersen Named Miss Y W A Oklahoma County

Sherry Pedersen daughter of Midland correspondent Corene Pedersen was named Miss Y W A of Oklahoma County after a Capitol Hill Baptist Church contest with many entrants. A junior at Central State College she is active in the V W A and attends Sooner Baptist Church. a Vanessa High School graduate.

Sherry Pedersen Midland Corene Pedersen Y W.A Oklahoma County Capitol Hill Baptist Church Miss Pedersen Central State College Sooner Baptist Church Vaness! High School

Oil Center and Red Oak Community News roundup

Seventy attended Pentecostal Holiness Church service at Oil Center led by Rev. Glen Eaves. In Red Oak, multiple local and visiting families shared visits, weddings, and events including Janice Franks and James Abbott’s wedding at Oil Center Church. Several residents and relatives traveled or hosted gatherings in Ada, Oklahoma City, Stillwater, and Arkansas communities.

Minnie Lewis Glen Eaves George Wright Galey Helen Bradley Ada Agnes Rutledge Lena Soward Janice Franks James Abbott Oil Center Pentecostal Holiness Church

It Seems To Me It Seems To Me Editors Note

The editors note declining WEEKLY subscriptions over the past year. They mention James and Mrs Abbott plan to move to San Pedro California while James serves in the Navy and urge correspondents to recruit new subscribers to boost readership in the county.

James Abbott Dom San Piego Calif James U. S. Navy

Parrish Patient Visit At Valley View Hospital

Winford Parrish is a patient at Valley View Hospital. Luther Parrish from Sulphur visited him. Mr and Mrs Johnston.

Winford Parrish Valley View Hospital Luther Parrish

Fire hot pavement flats prompt late tire warning

The piece ponders why flats strike in extreme heat. It links scorching August roads to tire failures, then shifts to diary-writing musings about daily records and self reflection. It notes that about 95 percent of U.S. school boards are elected by the people.

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Strayed Jane The Hrd Despair and a Hillside Lamp

A poetic reflection notes despair and fading faith as winter nears. A heavenly lamp on a hilltop offers guidance, while the speaker recalls the first signs of approaching winter with shorter days and earlier dusks. The tone blends melancholy with a glimmer of hopeful guidance.

Lifeliners Hamburger Fry and Birthday Surprise

The Life Liners of the Oil Center Pentecostal Church held a hamburger fry at Wintersmith Park on Monday night. It doubled as a surprise birthday party for Mrs. Alene Tucker with a large cake and a gift. Attendees included Rev. and Mrs. Glen Eaves and family, the Cox, Tucker, Gray, Robertson, Garrett, Paula Tucker, Sondra Garrett, and M. R. Tucker families.

Life Liners Oil Center Thelma Garrett Paula Tucker Sondra Garrett M. R. Tucker

Ada Shop Burglary Report Highlights Quick Apprehension

Ada shop on East Main was broken into Saturday night or Sunday with four cartons of mixed cigarettes some cigars and keys taken along with about 1 in pennies. Two children aged 11 and a younger youth were held by Detective Lt. Doyle Crawford and later released to their parents. Two Cokes and ice cream were consumed during the burglary.

Charlie Dunn Pickett Crawford Fitzhugh Earl Stewart Sr Earl Stewart Jr California Alvie Griffith Dunn Stanfield Patricia Snider Paula Kirby Sulphur Luther Dawson Doug Kevin Stanfield Charles Ownbey Vicki Greg Ownhey Jan Manuel Ariz Charles Ownhey Ada Vaness Pegg East Main Doyle Crawford

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