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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1955
Page
2
The author argues that a newspaper's influence resembles parental guidance and is not measured solely by election outcomes. Public opinion is shaped by editorials, yet individuals may resist change. Newspapers vary in quality, and elections mainly reflect a city's demographics rather than definitive press power.
A reflective note on the tune partridge in a pear tree and a striking photo showing a family of four amid a year’s worth of typical American food. The image mixes abundance with worry as it highlights stored staples and varied meats, cereals, and sweets. Think it over.
The message expresses wished enjoyment of every minute of Christmas prep, hoping the season is celebrated in its truest and best sense for which it exists.
The document outlines county level concerns over farm commodity surpluses and the impact of stopping flow into stockpiles while continuing disposal programs. It notes efforts to expand sales domestically and abroad, rising price competition, and aims to reduce marketing costs through efficiency. It calls for intensified agricultural research and education across production and marketing.
Ada and county residents will join a massed choir for a Christmas pageant staged by the Ada Chamber of Commerce and local churches. Lindsey Davidson chairs, Bill Sutter leads music, Grace Richmond handles costumes, Dorothy Summers does makeup. The program begins at 7 p.m.
A home cook shares a method to deepen soup flavor by searing large beef knuckles and marrow-filled bones at a hot 450 degree oven before adding them to the pot. This quick step aims to extract rich beef taste.
Oklahoma 4-H members Calvert and Jackson, both Byng High School juniors, will present an egg grading demonstration in Kansas City with support from Ada and Lovelady communities. Calvert, active in broilers and a 1,000 bird cage laying unit, has wide 4-H honors. Jackson, with six years in 4-H, has shown in county fairs and state competitions.
Health officials push preventive medicine through county nurse led conferences. Immunizations for whooping cough and other diseases are emphasized, with nurses offering eye and ear tests, diet guidance, and basic health services at multiple sites. The schedule lists Allen City Hall, Roff Clubhouse, and Vaness First Baptist Church with 9 am to noon sessions.
Mrs Eden recounts a young intern who joined county nurses on rounds and compared their effort to dipping water from the ocean with a spoon. The remark inspires hope that the new program will enable nurses to dip out more water than ever before.
Paul E. Zopf Jr graduate student in horticulture at University of Florida Gainesville led an experiment on beans. Plants showed normal leaf color and size despite root damage, but yields declined sharply, indicating hidden impacts on production.
On December 15 the group travels from Tulsa by special chartered bus to Nashville. They will visit the Grand Ole Opry and join other group activities. Each participant receives a wrist watch and an FFA jacket.
A. O. Pence, manager of the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission office, reports that November hired 11 pecan pickers through his office as part of the season’s crop push.
Ray Griffith, Bob and Lynn visited the Arno Griffith home before heading back to Frederick after a deer hunting trip in southeastern Oklahoma. Mrs. Richard Soutee and others were recent dinner guests of Mrs. Grace Johnson and May, with Mrs. Alva Johnson also in attendance.
Mrs. Nettie Summers of Roff spent the weekend with her son Evert Summers, sharing time and family moments during the visit.
Mr and Mrs Luther Dawson and family of Sulphur were guests Sunday of Mrs Alma Dunn.
Miss May Johnson visited Tuesday and Sunday with Mrs. Ezra Hunt while her children joined David Hunt. David Hunt was seriously injured in a car wreck south of Vaness and remains in a cast, able to move briefly on crutches.
Mr and Mrs Loren Hughey of Lawrence visited Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs J S Stanfield, sharing a family gathering and conversation in the hometown circle.
Mrs Marvin Clay spent Sunday with her father J G High tower at Galey.
Mr and Mrs Aivie Griffith attended church services at Stratford Sunday night in a local religious gathering.
Mr and Mrs Perry Owens hosted the Hart Home Demonstration Club for an all day gathering. Mrs Perry Owens retiring president read the Christmas story after a turkey dinner with trimmings. Members contributed covered dishes and the couple prepared the meal with notable effort.
Mrs Marjorie Soutee led prayer and Mrs Ercy Ownbey led carols during the Christmas club meeting attended by 15 members four children and four visitors. Minutes were approved Santa Claus duties were shared gifts given to Mrs Owens and Mrs Soutee with names drawn for practical or ornamental presents. The group plans to meet next with Mrs Leroy Cantwell in January.
May Johnson’s gad-about pig is contained after a pen was raised higher. The pig reportedly shared abilities with the cow that jumped over the moon. While chasing the pig, May Johnson’s niece tripped and fell a long way before hitting the ground.
Miss Jean Golden spent Monday night with Mr. and Mrs. Karl Tilley and Gerald and Carlton Lee. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Newby of Pierson visited the Newbys on Sunday. Mrs. Allie Hood returned from Holliday Texas after visiting her daughter Mrs. Ruby Hallum who had thyroid surgery. Hallum is recovering and expected to be discharged soon.
Luke Gilmore of Duncan was Wednesday dinner guest of his sister Mrs Grover Thompson.
Mr and Mrs L C Jaquess attended a church supper Friday night at the Methodist church in the Pickett community.
The Whitson, Farmer and Kite families praise recent road work and the new bridge completed this past week in their area, noting better travel conditions and regional pride.
The 64 page Farmers Tax Guide helps with 1955 returns and social security phases. It explains steps for all farm categories, provides a rapid finder index, checklists, and examples. It covers inventories depreciation capital gains losses and more. Copies are mailed to farmers and available via county agents and IRS offices.
Mrs. Dewey Northam of Oil Center is featured in a social note describing a Tuesday evening gathering and her local circle. The piece highlights her presence and the social context of the event.
Fred Pierce of Ardmore spent Tuesday night with Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Cape and family.
Deloris Cape was absent from school on Wednesday because she was ill.
Mr and Mrs J B Hood junior Betty Billy and Donnie from Ada visited Friday night at the home of Mr and Mrs H C Hood and Johnnie Jean.
Mr and Mrs Bill McDonald of Ada visited Tuesday evening with Mr and Mrs M M McDonald and family.
Heard that Rebee school children are working on their Christmas program to be presented this coming week.
Mrs J W Booth was Friday night guest of Mr and Mrs M E Booth of Oil Center.
Mr Edd Berryman and Mrs Berryman were in Shawnee on Wednesday for business. The brief visit focused on local matters and outlined plans for future engagements in the area.
Mr and Mrs Wesley May were Saturday evening visitors of Mr and Mrs T S Hood. Ann and Wanda Jean Hood were also present. H C Hood, recently ill and off work two weeks, returned to work Monday morning at Sunray Oil Co.
Mrs S M Golden and Mr and Mrs Donald Koontz visited Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs F E Duncan and Mr and Mrs Paul Duncan and boys.
Bobby Snow and Darrel Hulsey of Stonewall visited Friday night in the A. L. Capes home. Rev. and Mrs. Scott Jones were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Northam of Oil Center.
Henry Whitson Kay and Charles Berryman visited Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Kite and children for supper Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Scott and Donna Kaye joined Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hightower for Sunday night visits.
Mr and Mrs Grady Cape of Dougherty visited Tuesday night in the A L Cape home and later attended the basketball game at Latta.
Patrons of Colbert School district filed a petition seeking an election on annexing Colbert to Byng. 197 signatures attached. If sufficient, notices will be posted December 20 for an election December 30 from 2 to 6 pm at the school. Norman C. Mitchell, county superintendent, notes a majority vote will decide annexation amid needed school repairs and water system issues.
Al Larry, a former Alabama gridman, will get a spring trial with the Chicago Cubs. He caught 35 passes for 756 yards in 1950, both school records.
Local merchants agree to extended hours for three days next week. Stores will stay open until 9 p m Wednesday Thursday and Friday December 21 22 23. On Christmas Eve Saturday December 24 they will close at 5 30 p m.
Continued from Page 1 at the supper a humorous horse race for the dirtiest feet saw S J Markley win as he jokes about washing feet on his birthday. The event drew a nice crowd and proceeds will buy treats for Santa to give children at the Christmas party Thursday evening December 22 in the school auditorium. School will dismiss Thursday and resume Tuesday January 3.
Pecan buyers reject spoiled nuts and will pay lower prices. The advice urges sellers to search for sound pecans in the tall grass, especially given current year prices.
The article notes today’s average thoroughbred stands about 154 hands high, contrasting with historical figures around 14 hands. It also mentions changes in color while implying a shift in breed characteristics over two centuries.
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