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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1949
Page
7
A legal notice from Oklahoma County outlines the estate of the late Tane M. Pegg and interests involving Allen Townsite Company, a corporation, its successors, and related parties. The document lists property, claims, and proceedings affecting the estate and corporate successors, with jurisdiction indicated by the court and dates referenced in the fragmented text.
The Public Notice Publication in Pontotos County Oklahoma lists Aller Towraltt Company and Allen Bown Nike Company as parties, with executors, trustees, and interest holders named. It warns the defendant to appear before the court by a stated date for action leading to sale of described real estate in Commercial Addition, Av en Diters area, and to quiet title against all claims.
Notice in the matter of the estate of M. T. Bans deceased announcing final account and distribution plan. Court set a hearing for the eighth day of September at 9:30 a.m. in the county courthouse to determine approval of the executor’s accounts, identify heirs, and resolve distribution of the estate. Names involved include the executor, witnesses, and interested parties. all required to appear.
Public notice from Pontotac County Oklahoma in the name of Mona A. Christian deceased. The heirs and executors of Mona A Christian are summoned regarding lands described as Lot 2 and adjacent sections in the SW and SE quadrants near Blew Ay Caristay. The court will determine the status of the estate and quiet title against the named parties. failure to respond will result in judgment by default. The document names Della Bedford, Clerk, and June Fleming, Deputy, as officials overseeing the process.
A historic method frees preserving all age by removing sufficient water from the egg to allow yolk and white to expand on freezing. This avoids rupture and reduces swelling, enabling preservation of ages once deemed impossible. The technique hinges on managing the cadient water content during the freezing process.
A report describes a new technique to create photographs in the dark using infrared light from a hot iron driven by a phosphorus compound. The approach yields highly sensitive phosphorus growth in the dari area, enabling clearer images without visible illumination.
The court announces the estate of Revert T. Whitthamson is being administered and a petition filed for determination of heirs and distribution. A hearing is set for September 10 at 10:00 AM at the Fontanelle County Courthouse to address mortgage releases and quieting title among heirs and defendants including Ellen Corvin and Walter Corvin.
Ada residents attend a food handlers training school with 63 participants in the morning session. Afternoon and evening sessions continued, with a plan for two more days. Local officials, restaurant owners, and health department staff led talks on cleanliness, proper food handling, and new city permit requirements for workers.
Antlers announces the annual Push County Fair will run September 20 to 22 with group exhibits by FRA chapters at Antlers and Clayton. Agricultural classes will be shown from two school districts as officials release the premises this week.
The Education Ministry discusses how teenagers puzzle educators and parents. A pamphlet titled Citizens Growing Up notes many think 2% of education is enough before marriage, while others say girls show early care for children then shift to boys around sixteen.
Elmer Cain resigns as city engineer to become superintendent at Osage Construction Co. of Woodward. City Manager Julian E. Van Hooker to assume the post, while two men were arrested in an unrelated incident involving dice.
Drivers must stop vehicles carrying explosive or dangerous loads at all railroad crossings under the Uniform Traffic Code. Trucks and buses must halt within 56 feet but not less than 15 feet from the tracks, then proceed only when clear. Violations carry a $25 misdemeanor fine.
A speculative column analyzes Yugoslavia and Finland resisting Moscow as a potential flashpoint. It weighs whether Soviet pressure could trigger a broader world war, noting Finland’s strikes against communists and a new German communist party aligned with Tito’s anti Moscow stance, signaling cracks in Soviet influence and regional upheaval.
A garbled report notes five states have women superintendents of public instruction Colorado Iowa Missouri Nevada Wyoming The text mentions black pearls as a rare variation and questions a sighting on the way home from work
The Senate foreign relations and armed services committees approved 327% 516 of arms aid for Greece Turkey Luxembourg Korea and the Philippines. They delayed decisions on European Atlantic Pact military aid and urged maximum UN armed forces support and disarmament goals. Senator Wherry opposed further foreign aid at this time.
President Domingo Diaz of Panama dies after months of poor health. He left office on July 28 and Deputy Daniel Cramis Jr. sworn in as acting chief executive. Diaz, elected in 1948, had served since October of that year. Cramis, 57, a Liberal party leader, is set to guide the government.
Mrs Aner Wiklard seeks a share of estate in district court claiming rights to property willed to two, amid a murder case linked to Caiticust who was shot in the Walard home. The April trial, divorce heirs, and partnership bank accounts are involved as she seeks removal of property from the partnership.
By Associated Press four year old Patrick G. Datson of Tulsa died at St. John’s Hospital after admission on Friday. The death increased fatalities from the disease to 58 in the state, raising concern over the polio outbreak.
Antrers Oklahoma voters will go to the polls September 20 to decide if Lone Star Gas Co should be granted a twenty year franchise to supply gas to Antlers. The measure aims to authorize continued gas service under the proposed term.
Ada's first grade pupils will visit Ada schools to begin the new 949-59 schedule. First graders register September 7 with other grades following in sequence. Faculty meetings occur September 4 and classes start the next day in all city schools.
Oklahoma City cab service faces a 25 percent cut after a strike by the Drivers Vision AFL affiliated union. About a quarter of cabs were idle early today as Union officials and A. & A. Gadl Co. failed to reach a new agreement. John Evans, company president, rejected the union’s latest terms calling for stock purchase and contract changes. Union leaders allege drivers bear high costs and that the company profits overly from fuel. The walkout ties up traffic and leaves other firms operating. Evans claimed profits and invoices show healthier earnings than union statements indicate. Talks were offered to resume at any time.
In Oklahoma City tenants face delays as a hearing date for a planned action shifts from September 27 to October 5 and then to another tentative day. Officials cite conflicts with a special election and the World Series, leaving the schedule unsettled as council members debate suitable timing.
A Ratston family reunion gathered 21 children for the first time in four years at the Tom Ratston home. Relatives arrived Friday and filled the house by Saturday. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Richard Namer Ade Mt argh Mrs Clarence Schulze and others from Texas, Dallas, Broken Arrow, and Waupanucka with grandchildren present.
Washington report notes Commodity Credit Corporation support for the 154% com crop, with a parity price set at the Oct 1, 1948 level. Farm storage loans and purchase agreements help fund farmer relief as the U S post office system reports 97,000 matchen in assistance. A fragment mentions synthetic ruby glass production.
A wartime excise tax cut drive was started in Congress led by House Ways and Means Chairman Doughton. Democrats Master and Davenport urged reductions while Republicans pressed for action. The plan anticipates broad tax cuts, with unknown impact on revenue and spending, and signals potential action after Christmas if at all.
Oklahoma City Aug 22 We Lloyd Felner director of the Oklahoma Safety Council left for a tour through the state to test the new traffic code Palmer left from a joint near Baxter Springs radio northwestern Oklahoma and expects to reach Erick Beckham county late today Palmer will drive no more than 68 rifles and one will follow other provisions of the code The new code goes into effect immediately.
The government of India proposes direct administration of the two strategic princely states of Tripura and Manipur in Assam Province amid fears of border vulnerability. Tripura, 4,000 square miles with about 500,000 people, lies near Pakistan and Burma. Manipur, larger, shares a history of wars with Burma and a narrow valley route that historically aided invasions. India seeks stronger defense by direct rule rather than royal patronage while noting strategic weaknesses and past attacks.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization alliance went into force with President Truman signing proclamations in a White House ceremony. French Ambassador Henri Sesson deposited France’s ratification as the pact unites Western powers to defend against aggression and promote peace. The treaty, signed last April, commits the allies to collective defense and mutual cooperation.
Antlers public schools will open September 1 under Superintendent W A Couch who announced the faculty roster. Names include Mrs Les Nash, Mrs Robert Spear, Mrs Mary Goodgiar, Miss Char Redman, Miss Alma Tucker, Mrs Mildred Weddingtom Mize, and others. Two science teachers are still needed for the high school.
Tulsa's first television antenna was installed atop a 24 story National Bank of Tulsa building. A worksite accident over the weekend halted progress after a wrench fell from a worker, fatally injuring a pedestrian as a heavy angle iron toppled into the street near the project site.
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