Beulah Flood Aftermath Recounted By Red Cross Worker Adan
Red Cross worker Adan describes Beulah disaster for area residents and relief efforts. He recalls homes washed away leaving only some furniture, widespread livestock losses, and dirty water, while noting displaced families, uninsured damage, and hard hit crops. He praises students who helped as interpreters and organizers amid mold and stench in flood zones.
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Accident Hikes December Toll To 18 In Ada
An Ada report shows December accidents totaling 18 with 12 in the current period and 13 the previous year. Evelyn Reed, 23, rear-ended Larry Blankenship near N Broadway Frisco tracks after a train stop. Multiple individuals faced fines in Municipal Court for traffic offenses, with further charges in County and JP Blaine Gilbreath courts.
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Larry L. Blankenship
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Jerry Dean
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Edward Heard Rogers
Arlen Lee Miller
Gerald Loyd Cartwright
Roseta E. Clark
JP Blaine Gilbreath
Bill Tackett
Harold Hughes
Norman Factor
McDaniel Bull Tops In Sale At Hereford Heaven
The 2nd annual Hereford Heaven bull sale at Sulphur drew buyers from Arkansas Louisiana Texas and Oklahoma with 54 head selling for a total of 24000 and a 437 average First 40 bulls averaged 507 top bull Price Onward NR.24 fetched 750 for Glen McDaniel consignor All local buyers included Wolf Brothers Rutherford and others and sale held in new barn north of Sulphur.
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Galley-Wanting Around The County by Florence Isaacs
Local column details visits, family gatherings, and community events across Ada and surrounding towns. It traces gatherings in Fort Lauderdale and Oklahoma City, names dozens of relatives and neighbors, and notes a young Terri McConnell’s accident recovery and a 84th birthday celebration for Lizzie Nelson.
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Water Planning Sparks Local Fervor Across State
Local objections resurface as Oklahoma City relies on Lake Atoka for its water supply. Residents demand guarantees against city excess, recalling broken promises during reservoir land purchases. A statewide plan for multi purpose water resources aims to balance municipal use, recreation, irrigation, and wildlife habitat. The Water Resources Board seeks funds for comprehensive studies, while hearings and revisions proceed.
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Baptist Class Has Christmas Party Tuesday
The TEL Sunday School Class of the Fittstown Baptist Church held its meeting and Christmas party Tuesday at Mrs. Bessie Hooks home. The Christmas Story was read by Mrs. T. L. Barnes with prayer by Mrs. Dowell Stanford. Gifts and a teacher’s gift were exchanged. Attendees included Mrs. Sam Winters, Mrs. Lettie Brasher, Mrs. Jewel Graper, Mrs. Mable McNeill, Mrs. Mary Durant, and others. guests were Mrs. Vergie Taylor and Mrs. T. L. Barnes.
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Oklahoma Tag Laws Tighten Auto Registration Rules
Oklahoma drivers face new license plate rules with penalties rising after January 31. Enforcement by 36 officers targets “foreign” tags while a Driver Education Fee funds high school programs. A 50 cent local agent fee rises and the state discloses penalties scale starting February with Leap Year timing affecting price doubling in March.
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Frost chocolate cupcakes with candied violet garnish
Bake rich chocolate cupcakes then cool and frost. Top each cake with a candied violet for a delicate, floral finish that adds color and a subtle甜香 sweetness.
Mayme Smith Feted At Retirement Party
Mayme Smith, recently retired as Stratford postmaster, was honored at a weekend retirement party hosted by Cordin Martin and Ruth Stanley. Postmasters from several towns attended, slides from the Puerto Rico National Convention were shown, and a sterling coffee service was given.
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McGee Homemakers Plan Christmas Dinner and Santa Visit
The McGee Homemakers met at the clubhouse with Mrs. Kenneth Jarrell as leader. They read biblical passages and planned events for December including a Christmas tree on December 22 and morning sack filling. The club's annual dinner is set for December 19 with turkey and trimmings. A Christmas bonus was proposed for cemetery caretakers. Cassandra Alford placed third in a dress revue at Pauls Valley.
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Homer Club Christmas Turkey Dinner and Gift Exchange
The Homer Extension Home makers' Group held its annual Christmas dinner at Homer Baptist Church with turkey and trimmings served buffet style. Mrs. Agnes West presided, Mrs. Snider read the Christmas Story, and gifts were exchanged amid carols. Special guests included Miss Martha Mole and several members attended.
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Agnes West
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Paul Canida
Don Stiles
Rarl Weaver
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Clements Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary
The Clements marked 50 years of marriage with an open house on December 10 hosted by Mrs. Lydia Hendricks of Dallas Mrs. Lottie Hull of Taddo and H C Clement Jr of Tulsa for Mr and Mrs Henry Clement who wed December 23 1917 in ML Pleasant Oklahoma and have since lived on farms in Atoka and Bryant counties now on a Bentley Oklahoma area farm They have eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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Dallas
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Taddo
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Tulsa
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Divorces Granted in Two Renown Local Cases
Leslie Rinehart is granted a divorce from Barbara Rinehart, with Barbara reverting to a prior name. Helen Ruth Jordan is granted a divorce from James M. Jordan. Public record notices appear in News Classified Ads FE 24431 and FE 2443.
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Byng High Science Club Tours Capitol City
Byng High School Science Club led by Mr Stephens and 44 members on a December Saturday tour of Oklahoma City's landmarks. They visited the State Capitol with marble floors and granite foundation, the Historical Museum, saw Indian relics and fossils, then Sheppherd Mall, a planetarium and the Star of Bethlehem show before returning home at 5 p.m.
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Balthrop Sisters Celebrate Birthdays
Terese and Marsha Balthrop marked eight and nine in December with a family party hosted by their mother Mrs. Don Balthrop. A white cake with red icing read Happy Birthday Marsha and Teresa as relatives and friends joined in the celebration.
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Humphrey Thanks Families for Support to Troops
U S senator Hubert H. Humphrey writes a letter of gratitude to families of soldiers serving in Vietnam. He thanks those left behind for their devotion and support, noting it helps keep freedom defense strong. Signed sincerely by Humphrey.
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