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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1956
Page
3
The weekly urges readers to study photos and headlines as aids to understanding. It notes the paper’s photography awards and argues images reveal details the eye may miss, enhancing awareness of local and world events.
An incident in this county ends grimly after a wreck. Interrogation yields a comic but fatal line as a drunk testifies that no one drove the car because all men were in the back seat, underscoring tragic consequences.
A child jokes to an expectant mother about a mountain of diapers she just brought home. The bizarre twist hints at an ominous, non store related surprise that follows the household.
The letter-writer questions why farmers would revert to buffalo after a $200 each sale, explores Buffalo coats and leather goods for sports and lifestyle, taunts Oklahoma football takes, and mocks Jim Tatum’s praise while recalling biblical giants and media hype.
The text notes haik as coarse hand woven wool fabric worn by Arabs Moors and other Mohammedan peoples, detailing its use as traditional dress material in historical attire.
The jumping mouse, though only about three inches long in body, can launch itself eight to ten feet. This striking size to leap ratio highlights its surprising athletic ability noted in the report.
Simple two egg cake folded with Concord grape filling or jam and topped with cinnamon whipped cream. The recipe guides halved grapes and mint garnish for a festive finish.
Pure white filet crochet chair back and arm set featured with a large dot and space filet chart. Instructions included and pattern No. 313 offered for 25 cents by Carol Curtis of ADA Weekly News. Also promotes The Needlework Guide with 150 designs and color transfers for knitting crochet embroidery and hairpin lace.
The Lovelady News notes readers returning to work and school after the holidays. Curtis Ross faces a tight schedule returning to Chicago for studies while his wife awaits the birth of their child.
Neighbors phoned about a church fire on Monday night. It turned out to be workers burning weeds and grass around the building and cleaning the interior.
Back on the beam eleven women return to quilting work with Mrs Juanita Jones guiding a frame quilt. Those helping steady hands and shared effort mark a communal revival in the sewing circle.
Mr and Mrs Olen Blakes visited the H D Jones home on Thursday.
Mr and Mrs Curtis Ross spent time with a group including Virginia Jared Ida Taylor Ethel Jones Pauline Young Ruby Deaton Bettie Parks Bertie Lea Woodward Edna Boren Mrs Barton and Nora Ross in a local social gathering detailing attendees and relation.
A group of Ada neighbors and relatives gathered Sunday afternoon to extend well wishes to Curtis for his journey back to Chicago. Attendees included Harvey and Mrs. Baker Anita and Jimmy Sulphur Kenneth and Mrs. Bolding and son Davis E W Cantrell Mr and Mrs Dewey Cantrell and Roger Johnnie Cantrell Ada and John Davis Carol and Don Blankenship W M Ross and Jess.
Mrs. A O Davis spent several days last week with her parents Mr and Mrs J W Taylor in Emmitt Oklahoma. Mrs Taylor is not feeling well.
Mr and Mrs Davis anticipate their son Alvin returning home on leave from the Navy next week for the first time in two years.
Mr. and Mrs. Glen Jones visit Mrs. Jones’ brother V. E. Slimmer in Sopher Oklahoma on Christmas Day.
Mr and Mrs Herman Cups visited Curtis and Ann Ross Saturday night. Mr and Mrs J C Moore also visited the Rosses. Mr and Mrs Lawrence Parks of Tulsa visited in the Joe Parks home Sunday.
Cantrell family hosted by Edward Cantrell in Byng. Ada visitors included Mr and Mrs Willie Graham and Martha. Paducah Texas guests Martis Shive. Floyd Jetter and family Wayne Shirley. Wolfie Deaton welcomed a baby boy.
The Ladies' Bible Class gathered with six members on Thursday night led by Mrs. Edna Boren. They shared a Bible study, revealed secret pals and exchanged gifts. All ladies are invited to attend each second and fourth Thursday nights.
Mr and Mrs Cecil Woodward and their daughter Vickie stayed with Mrs Woodwards parents Mr and Mrs Roy Boren over the weekend.
Debra Kay Floyd is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Floyd Jr. of Lightning Ridge born December 17. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gilstrap of Ada and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Floyd Sr. of Route 1 Roff. The Floyds also have an eight year old daughter Janice.
S/Sgt and Mrs W D Cole of Altus welcomed a son Beverly Ernest born December 20 weighing 7 pounds 5 ounces. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs J M Crisp of Fitzhugh and Mr and Mrs Clarence Cole of Kansas City Missouri.
Mr and Mrs Gerald Price announce the birth of a daughter on Friday December 30 at 3 30 pm in Wilson weighing 7 pounds 2 ounces. The baby is named Ronda Kay and joins a 2 year old brother Danny Gerald. Maternal grandparents are Mr and Mrs R W Ford of Latta and paternal grandfather is Tom Price of Wilson.
Rev and Mrs Ed Hollenbeck of Rison Ark announce the birth of their son John Paul born December 17 Grandparents include Mrs Jack McKoy of Ada and great grandmother Mrs John McKoy of Stonewall The mother is the former Jonniene McKoy.
We hope everyone had a very exciting Christmas and a happy New Year. Those who went visiting over the holidays included Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Rorie and family who visited in Arkansas with their parents at a reunion, and Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Martin who visited relatives in Oklahoma City over the weekend.
S/Sgt. and Mrs. John T. Sweeney and children from San Antonio Texas. C. D. Thompson and Mickey from St Louis. W A Teel Daryl Glen from Elkhart Kansas. Cpl Earl Loman from Camp Polk Louisiana. Sam Sliger and Gwendolyn and S L family visited Oakman. Ancil Walker family guests incl Ancil Jr Duncan and Henry Abilene. J E Teague family in Amity Arkansas. Teresa Allen with grandmother. J O Thompson guests Norman Willa Mae Thompson Oklahoma City. Donald Thompson Mickey St Louis.
Edwin Miller spent the weekend at home with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Harry Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Kimsey Morrison visited Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Martin and family Monday afternoon.
Mrs. Edna Boren welcomed two brothers from Texas who visited last week, sharing time with her family and touring local sites.
Pauline Young spent Christmas with Mr and Mrs Doyl Tucker and other relatives in Duncan Oklahoma.
Mrs Bettie Parks visited Mrs W M Ross Thursday and spent Tuesday night with Mr and Mrs Johnis Cantrell of Ada.
Mr and Mrs Bob Ross and Ann Anitta Baker and Mr and Mrs E W are listed in a society column, highlighting household connections and social introductions within the community.
Mr Morrison and Mrs Martin married Friday evening at the First Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. The ceremony united the two families in a simple rites attended by relatives.
A Christmas program delighted parishioners at New Bethel Church last Sunday with musical selections and nativity tableau. Performers included church members and guest soloists as the congregation enjoyed the seasonal event.
Mrs Lera Dooley of Fittstown and Mr and Mrs Pete Barrett of Kansas City visited Mrs Bertha Loman this week and were joined by other locals during the gathering.
The Byng high school boys basketball team hosted a Friday night practice game against Vanoss. The scrimmage showcased both teams’ lineups and gave coaches a chance to evaluate players ahead of the season.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Winters and their children Floyd Jr Joyce Suzy and a new baby boy from California have been visiting Mrs Aggie Winters and other friends and relatives for the past few weeks.
Mr and Mrs A J Baker of Asher visited Mr and Mrs Lester Myers and family Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Billy George Mc Elhaney and their sons Billy and Larry from Shawnee visited Vern Mc Elhaney and family in Byng on Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Bob Webber and children Deborah and Robbie departed Friday morning for their home in Ferriday Louisiana after a weekend visit.
Mr and Mrs Loman visited Sunday with Mr and Mrs Donald Thompson of St Louis.
LaJuana Dove of Duncan visited Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kollern and Karen over the weekend, sharing time and conversation.
The parents of Miss Fairy Peek announce the engagement to Carroll Johnson of Byng. A March 9 wedding is planned. Miss Peek, Ada High School graduate and East Central State College senior, will marry Carroll Johnson, Ponca City High School alumnus and East Central junior, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Johnson of Byng.
Mr and Mrs J E Teague attended installation services in McAlester on Thursday evening. Winnie Weaver a former Byng student was installed as Worthy Grand Matron with T J Reaves and Betty Jo of Winfield Kansas in attendance Betty Jo served as candlelighter during the ceremony.
Allen News lists residents traveling to Globe Arizona Duncan Oklahoma City and El Paso after spending holidays with extended families in Duncan Globe Cold Water and Miami. Several guests included Mr and Mrs J S Jones Patsy and Sharon, Miss Carol Jeane Jones and Robert Jones, and more visiting relatives.
A Frisco women’s home demonstration club committee travels to Coalgate to buy a propane range. The trip includes an exhaust breakage, a hot hose knock, a hand burn, and anti freeze spill. They fix the exhaust themselves and return home with a new stove and bottle by 1 30 p m.
Gayle Corvin spent two days with grandmother Minnie Miller at Vaness during Christmas vacation. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bullock and Tony visited relatives in Oklahoma City. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Casady and Pam had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Presley and children.
The couple Maurice Current and Mildred Current observe the transition from old year to new year in Oakman. They mark the moment with quiet celebration and hopeful plans for the coming year.
Visiting Friday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Robbins were Mr. and Mrs. Clive Robertson and Helen Jaquess and Carolyn.
Mr and Mrs George King and family visited in Roff Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs Walter Simmons.
Mr. and Mrs. Norman Bunyard of Tulsa and Mrs. Letha Johnson of Ada visited Monday at the George King residence.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Robbins visited with Mr and Mrs Garvin Morris and Mr and Mrs Hoyt Williams in Center Sunday evening. Mr Williams planned to depart Monday for South America where he will be employed for an extended period.
Mr and Mrs Mid Lesson and family visited Mr and Mrs Harvey Jinks in Stratford Monday night.
Mr and Mrs Bill McNair hosted New Year’s Day dinner in Ada with Mr and Mrs Sam McNair attending. The Lawrence Green family visited in the afternoon, sharing in holiday time.
Mr and Mrs Johnny McNair visited with Mr and Mrs Sam McNair Monday evening at their home in a informal social gathering. The event highlighted family ties and friendly exchange among the local McNair relatives.
Miss Wanda Coley and Gene Hood married December 24 at 6 p.m. in the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Murray of Ada. The bride's parents are Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Coley of California and the groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hood of the local community. Rev. James Murray officiated with attendants Delbert Tucker Kay McGalliard and Mrs. Thelma Ruth Tucker.
Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Cledes Grissom were Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Grissom Ada his parents and Mr. and Mrs. Harley Grissom of Fort Worth Tex a brother.
Miss Deloris Perry spent Saturday night and Sunday with Sue Richardson in Ada.
The Pickett Home Demonstration Club meets January 10 at 2 p.m. in the home of new president Mrs. Jess Norvell. All members are urged to attend to plan a year of helpful and interesting work.
Oakman residents Edd Berryman and his father Jess Berryman made a business trip to Shawnee on Friday.
Floyd and Wanda Robbins and Kay shared Sunday dinner at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Robbins in Pecan Grove.
Visiting Mrs Clint Corvin Monday were Mrs Naomi Glance and children and Mrs Donna Garrett and Ronnie Ada. Friday night visitors in the Mid Lesson home were Mr and Mrs H L Jinks Stratford and Mr and Mrs Walter Enloe and Jenni fer.
Bill McDaniel departed Saturday for Beale Air Force Base in Marysville California after a five week visit with his parents Mr and Mrs Earl McDaniel Jody and Jerry He recently returned from overseas service in the Philippine Islands and Korea and expects to be stationed at Beale for about a year and a half.
Mr and Mrs H L Corvin spent Monday with her parents Mr and Mrs Ira Pinley of Worstell in a family visit documented in local society notes.
Mr and Mrs Donald Koontz of Ada visited Sunday night with Mr and Mrs S M Golden and family for a meal.
Mr and Mrs Hughey Asselstine of Oklahoma City visited Saturday with Mr and Mrs ES Farr of the same city.
James Thompson was a visitor Monday evening in the Earl Mc Daniel home, according to a brief society note.
Mr and Mrs Bob Bonar had Thursday evening supper with Mr and Mrs R B Tinsley and Bill. Mr and Mrs Alfred Sutton and Paul visited in Oklahoma City Thursday with the Allen Suttons.
Miss Mary Lou and Deloris Cape visited Saturday evening with Mrs. Ray Roberts and children.
The Pickett M Y F gathered at the Allen Biggs home after Sunday church services to share games and refreshments. Attendees included JoAnn Jaquess Denis Sutton George Vanlandingham Jerry McDaniels Nancy Mary Vanlandingham Paul Butch Sutton Laquita Losson Delton David Sutton Rev and Mrs E H Grose Martha Hazel Biggs and others as the Mid Lessons watched the event.
Bill Isaacs of Konaway spent from Friday until Monday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Mc Daniel. Mr. and Mrs. James Chilcoat and daughter of Victoria, Texas.
A party left Tuesday for their home after spending the past week visiting Mrs. Chilcoat's parents Mr. and Mrs. John Norton and also calling on Rev. and Mrs. L. G. Chilcoat of Ada.
Miss Jean Golden spent Wednesday night with Mr and Mrs James Duncan and their daughters at the Worstell community home.
Mr and Mrs Gene Nichols of Tulsa visited Monday with Mr and Mrs Vernon Scaff and Mrs J W Booth. They also visited relatives at Stratford.
Mrs O S Whitson and Henry are listed with Mr and Mrs Steve Whitson and Melva Jo of Tulsa. Also named are Mr and Mrs Hollis Kite with Darlene and Donnie, Jack West of Tulsa, Mr and Mrs Edd Berryman with Kay and Charles, Mrs Sarah Adams of Tulsa, Mrs Opal Bivins, Geraldine, Leroy and Dennis of Egypt, and Mr and Mrs Hurd Keeling of Galey.
Mrs. Preston Hood of Alma Oklahoma spent a brief Friday visit with Mr and Mrs M C Hood.
Mr and Mrs Leo Scott along with Donna and Sherry spent Sunday night visiting with Mr and Mrs Paul Duncan and Jerry and Freddy.
Mrs Jess Berryman of Oakman visited and had lunch with Mrs Edd Berryman on Friday, sharing a social afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Haskell Kite of Danny and Charles of Healdton were Monday night guests of Mr and Mrs P P Kite, adding a social visit to the community record.
Mr and Mrs Richard Newby of Pierson spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Melvin Newby.
A local woman was spotted skinning a raccoon Monday after her son accidentally struck it with a vehicle on the road. Neighbors reported the event occurred near the family home, drawing brief discussion in the community.
Bobby Perry spent Friday morning with Lavoid Meek, detailing a casual meeting and discussion. The pair were seen in public, sharing conversation in a local setting.
Mrs. S. M. Golden and her children attended watch night services at the Church of God of Prophecy in Ada on New Year's Eve, joining others in the community to mark the transition to the new year.
Mrs Karl Tilley and Carlton Lee visited Tuesday morning with Mr and Mrs W H Ho towers.
Mrs Leora Wilfong and her grandson Glen Wilfong were Friday night visitors of Mr and Mrs P P Kite, sharing time and conversation in a small town gathering.
Mr and Mrs Audie Teel of Union Hill hosted visitors Monday night with Mr and Mrs Clyde Boyd joining the gathering for an evening social visit.
Mr and Mrs L C Jaquess were Wednesday night visitors of Mr and Mrs S L Bartee and daughters.
Mrs J W Booth and her brother Walter Carney called on Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs F E Duncan of Worstell.
Stanley Crawley returned home Friday after spending the past week visiting Mr. and Mrs. Allen Crawley and family at County Line.
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