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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1966
Page
6
Legal notices in Pontotoc County Oklahoma alert heirs and unknown heirs of Mary I Allen and Wilbur I Clark estates. The suit by Levene Turner seeks quiet title on land in Section 12 3N 6E. A probate hearing for Wilbur I Clark will is set January 24 1966 before County Judge Fred Andrews in Ada.
In Pontotoc County District Court Carl Denham et al sue the State of Oklahoma ex rel Oklahoma Tax Commission and others. The plaintiffs seek to quiet title to Lots 1 and 2 in Block 28, Center town, and determine heirs of Leola Denham with restraining order against any claims. Court dated January 12, 1966.
Gerald G. West as administrator has filed a final account and petition for determination of heirs for distribution and discharge. Hearing set by the court for January 31, 1966 at 10:00 A.M. in the Pontotoc Oklahoma Ada county courthouse. Heirs and devisees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved.
John H Rowe and Becca Jo Rowe sue the heirs and assigns of J N Jestes in Pontotoc County Oklahoma to quiet title to Lots 3 7 and 9 5 and remove clouds of adverse claims decoding that Jestes heirs may hold rights any portion in the real property. The petition seeks judicial determination of each heir’s identity and share under intestate succession laws and a decree declaring plaintiffs as owners in possession with defendants foreclosed from asserting any interest. Defendants must answer by February 25 1966 or judgment will be entered.
In Ada Oklahoma Jay Harday as administrator filed a final account for the estate of Iva Mae Harday deceased seeking determination of heirs distribution and discharge. Heirs devisees and legatees are notified to appear and show cause why the account should not be settled and allowed.
Upstate New Yorks 527 mile canal system carries about 3,800,000 tons of cargo annually and has seen a sharp rise in pleasure craft use. The notable growth reflects broader utilization of the historic waterway.
The State of Oklahoma informs Augie Harkins that Berlene Harkins has filed for divorce in the named court. He must answer by February 10, 1966, or the petition will be deemed true and a decree of divorce granted. Witness the court's seal dated December 29, 1965.
The Pontotoc County County Court appoints IVA Younts as executrix of Rex Younts deceased estate. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to Frank Gibbard in Sulphur within two months from January 6 1966 or be barred. Attorney for Executrix: Frank Gibbard.
In the county court within and for Pontotoc County the estate of C. F. Thomason is presented. Eunice Thomason is named executrix in Case No. 6861.
The executrix Eunice Thomason presents for settlement her final account and report and petition for determination of heirs distribution and discharge. The 14th day of February 1966 at 10 a m in the County Courtroom Ada Pontotec County Oklahoma appointed for settlement and hearing. Any interested parties may appear and file written exceptions or contest the account. Dated January 4 1966. Fred Andrews Raymond Criswell, Box 809, Wewoka Oklahoma, Attorneys for Executrix.
Mr and Mrs Norville Turner recently moved to Ada. Moving to the house previously occupied by them were Mr and Mrs Castol, former Francis residents.
Mrs. Wadlington and her sister Mrs. L. D. Biard have left for Fort Worth Texas to visit her son Billy Wadlington and family following a stay here.
Visiting Saturday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie East were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Copeland and family Debbie Charlene Basil and Kevin in Union Hill. Visiting Sunday in the East home were Mr. and Mrs. Leon ard Hobbs in Seminole.
Mrs. Delbert Frye spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Nance, sharing a pleasant afternoon together.
Mr and Mrs Murray Smith visited Sunday with his sister Mrs Myrtle Furgerson who is a patient in a rest home in Bridgeport.
Mr. and Mrs. Perry Blue of Allen and Mrs. Eula LaBass with Vicki and Bonnie of Ada were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Wommack and Jon Ann. Allen visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Pendergrass.
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd McNeill and Bart spent Saturday in Oklahoma City visiting her brother James Harber, a patient at Childrens Hospital in Roff. Frank Harber and Dwight, both of Roff, accompanied his daughter and the McNeills and Bart to the city.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Lee visit ed at Odden Ark during the holidays with children Donald Norman Barry and Gary. Visiting Saturday with Elmer and Mildred Lee were her uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Roy Coffee Sasakwa, her parents Mr and Mrs Jess Berryman.
Mr and Mrs Gene Poorman hosted Sunday dinner with guests Dalton Young and Mr and Mrs Francis Young along with Kay Lisa and Richard.
Several from Oakman attended the grade school basketball tournament at Francis gym this week, cheering on classmates and junior players in a regional event.
Mrs Ardell Brown and Miss Sue Clark visited Saturday with Mrs Ruby Jones. Friday night Ruby and Scott Jones hosted her nephew and family Gerald Allen Randy Ricky Ada. Joneses visited Ada Sunday with Mintie Morrison. Scott visited Francis Saturday with Delmar Crews Monroe Chism and Sid Kelley. Arlie Morrison Lois Jean and Tina Louise visited Tuesday with sister Ruby Jones.
Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Magar visited Stratford with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Corey Haynes and Oil Center with his parents Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Magar on a Sunday outing.
Mr and Mrs Cullen Hampton with sister Jewel Nickell Ada spent Sunday in Wetumka visiting relatives including Clifford Rogers W C Wylie and their families continuing family ties in the area.
A singing program is scheduled for next Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Oakman Church, inviting community members to attend and enjoy melodic performances.
Thanks to Mrs. Pevehouse's sister Pauline and L. D. Winters of West Covina California for renewing subscriptions to the Weekly and to L D Winters's mother Mrs Agnes Winters.
Rev. Odus Frederick led adults and Mrs. Frederick taught children each night. Attendance ran high with good interest. The Bible study concluded Friday night with an average attendance of 38.
Rev. Charles Watson led a New Year’s Eve night watch at the Tu pelo Methodist Church with a fire in the fellowship hall, singing, and a Christ mas tree removal. Attendees included Randall and Texas Massey, A M Carter, R E Boyette, Ben Risener and Stephen, Katy Copeland, Mary Hink, Carol Boyett, Mattie Junkin, Elizabeth Junkin, Judy Asendorph, Lowell and Mary Lou Cole, Randy Lowell, Marsha Harter, Rhonda Goss, Ada Linker, Earnest Goss, and Rev. Watson.
Mr and Mrs David Ray Hill and family of Vici spent the holidays with her father O D Turpin and his family.
Eddie Rush of Salinas Calif returned home after visiting Mrs Luther Rush and Vernon. Others visiting included Mr and Mrs Johnny Grisby and children from Poteau and Mr and Mrs L M Rush and family from Clarita.
Ben Hogue and his family visited Mrs. Lucy Hogue in Hilton Arkansas to see their granddaughter Alice.
Mr and Mrs Bill Hogue and their children departed last week for Idaho Springs Colorado after visiting with Mr and Mrs C A Hogue in their hometown friends and relatives noted the trip as a family farewell visit.
Weekend visitors to Ada include J M Hokett from Baldwin Park California and Mr Mrs Lewis Walker from California with Mr and Mrs Tommy Smith from Kansas. They visit Mrs Joe Hokett who is ill at Stonewall and stay with daughter Mrs Paul Canida. The group flew in from California and planned to depart Wednesday. Mr and Mrs D J Nabors and Mrs Jewel Davis are Sunny.
The Brashears family visited last weekend starting in Tupelo and ending in Prague, spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Brashears and their son Wayne Keith Brashears and his family, including children.
Mr and Mrs Olen Snow and Dale and Mrs Dollie Flowers spent Sunday in Oklahoma City visiting friends Mr and Mrs Quint Scott. Mr and Mrs Mike Barnes Ada visited his grandparents Mr and Mrs George Barnes Sunday afternoon. Visiting Mr and Mrs John Clouse Sunday were Mr and Mrs Williams, Mr and Mrs Bob Carter and Mr and Mrs Louis Robertson. Visiting them Monday were a sister and husband Mr and Mrs Dave Mc Coy Ada.
Mrs. Jack Walker and Mrs. Betty Shannon of Ada visited Rev. and Mrs. Steve Lilley recently. Rev. and Mrs. Glen Jones of Ada preached at the Stonewall Nazarene Church Sunday morning, and Rev. Lilley preached Sunday night.
Mrs Bill Matthews and children visited Mr and Mrs Jim Pierce on Sunday. Thanks extended to Mrs C L Gibson for renewing the WEEKLY and sending a copy to her daughter while keeping one for herself.
Mrs. Flenora Pierce and Mrs. Bertie Lilley visited Mrs. Bessie Ray and her mother Mrs. Busby Sunday evening. They also stopped at the home of Venita Felkins and her family in Ada with E. F. Voyles noted.
Mrs. Winnie Wright is spending the week visiting her sister and her husband Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Boday.
Mr and Mrs W C Elliott of Atoka visited her parents Mr and Mrs C L Gibson on Saturday. The trip featured family time and local greetings as they traveled from Atoka to reconnect in the region.
Donna Crow Anita Thomas Brenda Garrett and Rita Wood from Stonewall are scheduled to appear on the Romper Room show on channel ten this week.
Howard Ganus of Uniontown Kentucky reports his brother John W Ganus has died at age 59. The notice provides minimal details about the death and residence.
Friday guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Hooser included Kathy Hutchins Ruthie Lamport Ronnie Sherrell Melton Campbell Kenny Harris and Cecyl following the ballgame in a small neighborhood gathering.
Mr and Mrs Don Buchannan with Denice Pamela and Peggy visited Mr and Mrs Murray Wade along with Jimmy Gary and Patty on a Wednesday evening in a social gathering.
Luncheon guests Sunday included Bob Hooser’s brother and his family Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hooser along with Mike Toni and Karla and Bob’s sister Judy.
Toni celebrated her 7th birthday as Francis High School's early basketball tournament returned after a loss. Women staffed scorekeeping doors and concessions while many volunteers assisted. Rev Thel Smith of Tulsa spoke at the Francis Baptist Church gathering on Monday.
Mr and Mrs Glen Byers hosted a gathering last Thursday evening with his sister and her husband Mr and Mrs Glen Hall in Celeste Texas.
The community sends birthday greetings to Gary Matthews Delmar Crews Robert Stallworth Mary Baird Becky Patty Mildred Head Benny Fisher Ruth Kellogg Dorothy Bailey H V Smith and Glenda Marshall in a note of local good will.
A dispersal auction of Kermac Ranch Angus cattle in Poteau ended with 1 019 lots sold for 432 995 dollars. The three day sale yielded an average of 424 dollars per lot, and Roy Reed of Dog Creek Ranch bought 252 lots as the top bidder. The herd was developed by the late Senator Robert Kerr.
Oklahoma Governor Bellmon attacks Senator Monroney as he keeps his options open for a possible 1968 Senate bid. He previously said he would not run this year against Senator Harris and declined to rule out challenging Monroney in two years.
The article notes that Tahiti governs the 130 islands of French Polynesia located in the South Pacific Ocean. It highlights the centralized administrative framework under Tahiti guiding the territory.
Oklahoma City AP reports a February draft call of 427 men from the state Selective Service. Lt. Col. Charles Humphrey says more married men without children 19-year olds and 1-A reclassifications will be called. January's call was 454 men, the highest since the Korean War.
Britain's Princess Margaret is reported to receive an annual grant of 42000 from Parliament. The payment covers official duties and royal support as part of the sovereign grant arrangements.
Bud Wilkinson, former Oklahoma Sooners coach, reiterates he will not seek or become involved in any Oklahoma political campaign this year. He notes no discussions have occurred since Gov. Bellman's recent statement that he will not run for the U.S. Senate.
The federal government runs 88 fish hatcheries and 35 wildlife refuges to aid more than 30 million fishermen and hunters.
Mr and Mrs Randall Massey of Crane Texas hosted his grandparents Mr and Mrs A M Carter last week after the holidays along with his mother Mrs Irma Nell Coffman.
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