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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1952

Page

7

Public Notice in District Court Oklahoma Estate Case

Legal notice announces plaintiffs sue William E Nutt and others over coal land in Pontotoc County Oklahoma with a 1952 filing and a February 1952 response deadline, seeking confirmation of title and heirs and a court order. It lists property described as parts of Lot 4 and surrounding sections, excluding minerals, with multiple Julius and Harden heirs named. The notice also covers a separate county court probate matter for Myrtle Bumpers estate with final accounting and termination of heirs hearing set for January 20, 1932 in Ada Oklahoma.

Witady Por Pontotgc County Oklahoma B. Pevenours Ila Mae Pew Nehouse Aintiffe William’ E. Nutt State OF Oklahoma William E. Nutt Henry Solomon Julius Fil Julius Jane Julius Saille Julius Gilbert Julius Eliza Julius Mollie Hardin Pontetac County Korth Norwest Southevat Ange Baxt Junus Jagg Julius Fiza Julius Janet Holloway Paniator Robinson McArthur Brian Attys Plaintitte Pontotoc County State OF Oklanoma Myrtle Bumpers Vel Bumpers Uel Myrtle Sald Court Ada Myrtle Bumpecs Tal Crawford Kerr, Lambert Cond & Roberts

Oklahoma voters urged to attend precinct meetings to shape 1952 politics

Oklahoma citizens show heightened political independence and demand accountability as they prepare for 1952. Precinct caucuses start today for Republicans and tomorrow for Democrats, inviting every eligible voter to help select precinct officials and delegates for county conventions. Elections are decided in neighborhood precincts, not capitals.

Oklahoma State Capital Washington

Certificate as to Partnership Name in Ada Oklahoma

Public notary records list Claude Marcum Ned Marcum Delton Marcum Gordon Marcum and Marvin Moats as partners in Marcum Drilling Company an oil and gas general partnership formed in Ada Pontotec County Oklahoma The document dated October 31 with notary acknowledgement November 1 identifies the parties residing in Styder Scurry County Texas and Oklahoma and confirms execution of the document by all named partners under seal

Claude Marcum Ned Marcum Delton D. Marcum Gordon G. Marcum Marvin A. Moats Ada Pontotec County Klahoma Frme Marcum Rad Delton D Gorton Mar Vin A Moats Satie Winess

Federal Court for Three Weeks Here Opens in Okla

A three week term of Federal District court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma opens Monday. Judges W R Wallace and Eugene Rice will preside over two simultaneous terms. One in the Federal court room and another in the District and County court rooms. Wallace starts with civil cases. Beginning Monday January 14 a criminal docket will run in the County court room with six criminal cases to be heard and a sentence to be handed down. Rice will handle criminal cases, about thirteen in the first days, most by jury. Wallace’s term covers about two weeks while Rice’s runs about three weeks ending Tuesday January 22.

Federal District Court Eastern District of Oklahoma W. R. Wallace Eugene Rice Wallace Judge Rice Judge Wallace

Steed Drafts Resolution to Break Diplomatic Ties with Hungary

Rep Tom Steed of Shawnee unveiled a plan to introduce a House resolution demanding the United States sever official diplomatic relations with Hungary. He urged a firm stance after Hungary released four American fliers, including Capt Dave Henderson of Shawnee, in a payment deal.

Waomawivoa Tom Steed Shawnee Offa Houser U. S Hungary Congress United States Dave Henderson Mhawnee

Rural Telephones For Meeker Area OKLAHOMA CITY

Fifty five residents near Meeker will receive rural telephone service from the Southwestern States Telephone Co. by order of the Corporation Commission. The decree ends a long campaign by locals. Increased rates were ordered for Tyrone and Adams in Texas County served by Tyrone Telephone Co.

Oklahoma City Meeker Southwestern States Telephone Co Corporation Commission Tyrone Adams Texas County Tyrone Teleiphone Co

Allen Man Dies At Veterans Hospital

Allen Oklahoma area obituary: Dorcey Allen Peters, 58, of Route 2 Allen, died at the Veterans hospital in Sulphur on Saturday. Funeral services set for Monday at 2:50 PM from the Allen High School auditorium with the Bro. officiating. burial in Allen Cemetery. Survived by his widow Florence Ada Peters, brothers Jim of Ada, Walter of Sulphur, Bill of Valhalla, half-brothers Leonard Wood of San Antonio and Horace Wood of Ballenger Texas, and nephew Jackie Russell of Allen. He was born in Texas, worked in the oil industry and with Hill and Hill Oil Co. in Allen. married in 1920 in Allen. member of the Allen Church of Christ.

Allen Dorcey Allen Peters Route 2 Veterans Hospital Sulphur Allen High School Bro Allen Cemetery Bourland Teters Texas Hill and Hill Oil Co

Green Preliminary Delayed to Monday

Arraignment of Sidney Green 28 charged with rape in the first degree was continued to Monday on medical advice after a tonsillectomy. The alleged assault occurred December 22 near the brick plant in Sunshine community. the girl was later found at West Main and taken to a local hospital for examination. Green resides with his parents near the brick plant.

Sidney Green West Main Green

Kerr Says He Is For Truman First

Senator Kerr states he is not a candidate for president but would back President Truman if he runs. He says he would reconsider only if Truman declines, and notes Kerr-for-President clubs exist in Colorado Springs and Bristow. He adds he would be surprised if asked to authorize his name should Truman step aside.

Washington Kerr D-Oxin Truman Robert Jean Vallier Colorado Springs Kerr Vallier Walker Kerr Club Bristow Oklo Mr. Truman

Sales and Use Tax Collection Gains in November

Oklahoma City reports an 11.2 percent rise in sales and use tax collections for November from the prior year. State totals hit 3,339,262.91 dollars versus 299,780.98 in November 1950, with Oklahoma County at 775,918.83 and Tulsa County at 3,603,504.19. Major counties McIntosh, Choctaw, and others showed declines except McIntosh which rose 29.68 percent to 9,582.88 from 6,860.46.

Oklahoma City State Tax Commission Oklahoma County Tulsa Choctaw McIntosh Mciintosh

Malaya Boys Get Scholarships in Singapore

The government announces a scheme awarding 50 Malayan boys under 11 annually with English scholarships. Eligibility requires birth in the Colony, physical fitness, and completion of the fourth year in a vernacular school. Worth $2.40 monthly plus full school fee exemption.

Malaya Singapore

VFW Auxiliary Coffee to Boost March Dimes Drive

The VFW Auxiliary plans citywide coffee fundraisers inviting guests to contribute 16 cents admission 10 cents for coffee 10 cents for cake and 10 cents for entertainment. Mrs Jean Cahill chairs with committee members Dorothy Mathis Theda Calvert Carmeda Ryan. Aimed at raising about 500 for infantile paralysis through January 2 to 30 drive. Contributions collected via 1026 pickup.

VFW Coffee Fh Jean Cahill Dorthy Mathis Theda Calvert Carmeda Ryan Margaret Ryan Dorothy Mathis Mary Pitt Pauline McCutch‘eon Vanetta Hurley Pauline Roberts Lola Evans Beulah Shaw Edith Bailey Gomecce

Retail Prices Slide Across Butter Eggs and Fruit

The Associated Press reports retail prices for butter eggs citrus fruits celery and lettuce fell in most stores this week while chicken prices rose in many areas. Beans sprouts and other vegetables edged up slightly due to lighter shipments. Florida oranges grapefruit and tangerines dropped sharply with grapefruits advertised as bargains. Pears beets cauliflower and radishes also edged lower as the agriculture department put kale escarole endive and spinach on best buys.

Associated Press Florida California Agriculture Department

Mullendore Quits Oklahoma Highway Commission

Oklahoma City report says C H Mullendore a Miami banker and rancher resigns from the First District seat on the Oklahoma Highway Commission citing personal business. Gov Johnston Murray expresses regret noting Mullendore as a capable official and a successor is expected soon.

Oklahoma City C. H. Mullendore Miami Oklahoma Highway Commission Mullendore Johnston Murray

Must Serve for Killing Officer in Tulsa Case

Oklahoma City OK SA reports John Camp of Tulsa must serve a four year sentence for killing two Tulsa officers. The Criminal Court of Appeals affirmed Camp’s conviction in the Claude Lynch death from November 28, 1948, and also affirmed a seven year term for Dan Logan of Oklahoma City for first degree burglary. The Court sent Tom Williams Young’s drunk driving case back for correction after a clerical error in the sentence.

Oklahoma City John Camp Tulsa Criminal Court of Appeals Camp Claude Lynch Tom Williams Young Tulsa County Dan Logan

Employment Hits Record In State

Oklahoma City reports employment reached an all time high with 1952 prospects cited by Dave Vandivier of the Employment Security Commission. Nonfarm jobless total ended 1951 at 15,743, down from 20,851 year earlier, while total placements rose to 153,879, a new record. In Vinita Wetzal contnues as Grand River Dam Authority chair. Branson reelected vice chair as board meets for first regular session of the year.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Dave Vandivier Employment Security Commission Vandivier

Plans Set for Pontotoc County Home Demonstration Council Meeting

Plans are complete for the Pontotoc County Home Demonstration Council meeting on January 18 at East Central State College. The executive committee meets at 9:30 a.m. to set goals for 1952 in clothing home management foods and membership, followed by a 10:30 a.m. general session. Mrs. R L Hale and Mrs. A L Griffith announced the plans with agents Miss Martha Mote and Miss Minnie Lou McDaniel. Lemna Maloney district agent will attend and speak briefly, with clubs earning largest membership recognized at three annual county sessions. Luncheon will be served in the college cafeteria.

Pontotoc

Senate probes to set up priority list on inquiries

The Senate investigations subcommittee plans a priority order for public hearings on alleged government misdeeds. Chairman Hoey says a session will be called this week to decide the sequence of inquiries. The probes involve war surplus oil tankers profits, RFC loan intercessions, and war surplus sales overseen by Jess Larson.

Washington I Senate Investigations Subcommittee Hoey D-Nc Robert E. Cesay and Bovkin D-Alal Reconstruction Finance Corporation RFC Flo Bratten Berkley Charles E. Shayer Senate Jess Larson Larson St. Louis Post- Dispatch California Landulant-Torrence Corp Frank Nathan Nathan House

World War II Allied Aims Outlined in Joint Statement

The leaders pledged to explore all reasonable means to resolve global tensions. They affirmed that U S atomic bomber bases in Britain would be used only in emergencies as a joint British American decision. They urged Western European unity and pledged support for a unified military force and Middle East stability via a Middle East Command.

U. S Britain France Germany Italy Low Countries Middle East

Trial Begun – Recordings Reveal $100 Gift at Meeting

The trial opened with two recordings, 45 minutes and four minutes, capturing a August meeting between Lunsford and Holmes. Holmes admitted accepting $100 from Lunsford on his superior's advice, witnessed by Special Agent Clyde Woodside. Bills’ serial numbers were recorded, and funds were entered as evidence. Multiple associates and agents testified, while Holmes faced the main cross examination as the defense prepares its case. proceedings may extend into Friday.

Lunsford Holmes Clyde Woodside Oklahoma City Asst U.S Paul Gotcher Busby, Harrell and Trice

Local marriages and model railroad showcase in Baltimore

Jackie Russell Lamb age eighteen from Ada marries Thetus Claudeng Holman age fifteen. A Baltimore and Ohio model railroad valued at 25 000 dollars draws public attention as the biggest little railroad, run by two Baltimore & Ohio men, touring the country to promote their firm. The layout spans 80 by 100 feet, with 70 feet of track for twenty locomotives and trains.

Baltimore Baltimore & Ohio

Teachers Can Do Jury Service and Not Lose Pay

Oklahoma City reports the city school board approved that teachers both men and women may serve on juries without loss of pay. The board will pay full salary during jury service and deduct court earnings, reversing prior practice. District Judge Albert Co. Bune influenced the decision, saying jury service can improve teaching.

Oklahoma City City’ School Board Albert Bune

Enterprise Sinks After Fierce Rescue Mission

The Enterprise failed to recover as heavy seas sank the ship after cargo worth over a million dollars spilled into the water. Rescued crew Carlson and Dancy watched the final lunge as the vessel capsized, then were rescued by the tug Turmoil and brought aboard. The Navy confirmed the men were in the water only four minutes.

Enterprise Atern Carlson Dancy Dan Parker Navy

Planes Hunt for Stranded Ship as Rescue Fleet Reaches Scene

Seven ships race toward the scene 465 miles northwest of Vancouver Island as a deteriorating Pacific gale hinders surface landings. Four aircraft scouted overnight from U S bases to guide rescuers and drop first aid gear. The Pennsylvania, once Luxembourg Victory, cracked its deck and turned back to Portland before resuming voyage to the Orient aboard States Steamship Co.

SOS Land Vancouver Island Alaska Pacific Ocean U.S. Air Force Navy Coast Guard Pennsylvania Luxembourg Victory Japan Portland Ore Orient Seattle The States Steamship Co

Elks to Award 1952 College Scholarships

The B P Elks plan 9 to 100 scholarships ranging from 3 to 1000 dollars for American high school seniors in 43 states during 1952. Selections are by high school faculty and submitted through principals to the Oklahoma State Elks Scholarship Committee chairmen. The top state winner advances to the National Foundation in Boston. Last year’s top state winner was Marilu Brown of Shawnee. runners up Barbara Benich of Mangum and twins Janet and Joyce Gregory of Oklahoma City.

B. P Elka Suite Elks Elka National Foundation Boston Mass Marilu Brown Shawnee Barbara Benich Mangum Janis Gregory Joyce ‘Gregory Marshall Gregory Oklahoma City

Stratford News: Local Oklahoman Visits and Community Updates

Mrs Mayme Field and Mrs Kate Butler visited relatives in Oklahoma City. Guy Andrews' car overturned on ice west of Stratford. The Cole family and the Robinsons announced moves and business trips to Oklahoma City. Several Stratford residents visited in Oklahoma City and Redlands California for family and medical matters. Religious census planned. Baptists study course with 16 enrolled. Trinity Baptist hosts evangelistic conference January 15 in Pauls Valley. Local families discussed weekend visits, illnesses improving, and new births.

Mayme Field Kate Butler Oklahoma City Guy Andrews Stratford Trinity Baptist Church of

Negotiations Starve Red Prisoner Exchange Plan

Libby outlined four main Communist objections to the six point Allied exchange plan. Key issues include voluntary repatriation and assurances not to rearm those who refuse repatriation or are traded. He noted Reds could narrow objections to four points and cited disputes over airfield construction during a truce.

Libby

Rowland Search Back to Oklahoma

Pauls Valley authorities shift the missing Howard Rowland case back to Garvin County after failed Texas searches. Highway Patrol Captain Eugene Bumpass coordinated efforts for Rowland, last seen December 28, amid fears of violence. His abandoned truck was found in Dallas last week.

Pauls Valley Okla Garvin County Texas Eugene Bumpass Highway Patrol Howard Rowland Dallas Gilmer Long Tissing Rowland

Pontotoc County Seals Sale Falls Short of Goal by 1021

Pontotoc County reports 62 percent of its 1951 Christmas Seal quota with $1976.18 raised toward a $3000 goal for the tuberculosis association anti tuberculosis program. County chair Ross Badgett praises supporters while urging remaining residents to donate. Over 200 volunteers aided, with Ada Allen Vanoss Roff and Fitzhugh schools promoting sales. Local media and churches supported the drive with programs, posters, and observance efforts.

Pontotoc So Fe Ross Badgett Badgett The Tuberculosis Association Ada Allen Vaness Roff Fitzhugh Miss Cramer KADA St Luke's Episcopal Church First Baptist Church Aklet

Morrison to Head Heart Fund Drive in Pontotoc County

Morrison named Pontotoc county head for the Oklahoma State Heart Association drive set for February. Rex Morrison of Ada is county chairman with plans to raise $1,900 locally. statewide goal is $150,000 with a portion supporting medical research and education programs in Oklahoma. The state American Legion Auxiliary will participate, coordinated by Mrs. L. V. Wilson.

Pontotoc County Oklahoma State Heart Association Jim Lookabaugh Oklahoma City A&m Rex Morrison Ada Oklahoma Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation Heart Fund Ponto»toc County Looxabaugh American Legion Auxiliary L. V

Truman social security and defense push praised by allies

Senators praised President Truman for proposing higher Social Security benefits and a larger Air Force, with Defense production boosts and domestic program emphasis. Critics argued the plan lacked economy measures, accusing high taxes and deficit financing. Taft noted a possible retreat on Taft-Hartley repeal.

Sen. McFarland Arizona Truman McFarland Senate Barkley Edwin C. Johnson D-Cole Sen Fves R-Ny Sen. Martin Taft Ohio

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