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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1947
Page
7
Various legal notices from Pontotoc County Oklahoma dated 1947 announce hearings on final accounts and distributions for estates of John Clifford Collier Ella Collier Carroll Collier and others, probate of foreign will for Elizabeth Houy, and probate of the will of William Henry Ebey with appointments of executors and attorneys in Ada.
James Marlow explains the portal to portal pay fight arising from the 1938 wage hour law. Courts have sided with workers on overtime for time spent before and after shifts, while unions push suits totaling billions and lawmakers consider limiting future claims.
Daniel S. Voorhees a restaurant porter was booked on suspicion of murder after signing a confession to killing Elizabeth Short the so called Black Dahlia detectives questioned his story and noted he had misdated her presence in Los Angeles. He surrendered after telephoning to say he would wait on a downtown street corner and asked for a lawyer.
In Pon toc County Oklahoma the county court will hear Beulah F Collins administratrix for John Thomas Sloan deceased also J T Sloan on Feb 6 1847 at 1600 hours in Ada court room to settle final account address distribution and discharge of administratrix by Kerr Lambert Conn attorneys for administratrix
A court decision declares daylight saving time illegal in Kentucky, halting observance and prompting officials to issue guidance on timekeeping. The ruling affects state agencies, businesses, and residents awaiting a uniform standard nationwide.
Sam Dew County Treasurer of Pontotoc County Oklahoma gives notice of a public sale of resale acquired land on February 15 1947 at 9 a m in the courthouse. Separate bids include 4 75 acres in EF 20 acres lot 5 6 7 in section 20 township 6 east for 12 00 by Jack Duncan with cash terms and board approval.
A remark by R. H. S. Gross man, a member of the British Parliament, states there is only one country America with the potential to wage war today. The comment reflects postwar geopolitical tensions and transatlantic perspectives on military capability.
Blanche Russell sues Jim Stephens et al to quiet title on Lot 4 in Block 38 Town of Allen Pontotoc County Oklahoma. Defendants must answer by February 20 1947 else default judgment. Court clerk Della Bedford signs the notice.
In Pontotoc County County Court the administratrix M M Tinsley of H E Tinsley deceased invites all claimants to present claims with vouchers to Kerr Lambert Conn Attorneys for administratrix at American Building Ada Oklahoma within four months or be barred. Dated January 23 1947.
McGregor Iowa reports no ice harvest on the Mississippi for the first time in 90 years. Previously 50 to 100 men cut ice, floated cakes ashore and stored them in straw and sawdust for summer sale. Electric refrigeration killed demand, leaving the industry vanished.
The Bureau of Mines reports 974 U S coal mining fatalities in the last year, a record low and the fourth consecutive annual decline. The 1946 life loss rate is 1.64 per million tons, the lowest since tracking began in 1874, with gains credited to safety campaigns and inspections.
The article notes Iceland’s governance history spans over a millennium of democratic development, highlighting enduring civic institutions and community participation across eras. It emphasizes the continuity of governance through early assemblies and evolving legal frameworks shaping national sovereignty.
Social news notes a busy stretch with Adella Jones visiting son E N Jones in Ada and many locals like 4 H club sponsor Bob Austelle taking members to Ada for a record book school. Various callers, church events, and neighborly exchanges fill a sunlit midweek period.
Lawrence Tibbett will sing at a memorial service for Grace Moore at Riverside Church Thursday. Moore died Sunday in a plane crash in Denmark. the note recalls Moore’s Met debut with Tibbett in 1928.
Authorities report only one confirmed assault in Ada three weeks ago despite widespread rumors of dozens. Police chief Quinton Blake notes ongoing investigations with few clues and no verified details, while schools urge caution to protect girls as rumors continue to spread.
A letter from Mrs. M. J. Brewington argues that a great community rests on good homes churches and schools. Parents influence children through example and responsibility, and collective virtue reflects on future generations.
Mrs Gloria Lee Deane obtained a divorce from her wrestler husband Raymond in Detroit. She testified the athlete used his college wrestling moves at home causing humiliation and pain by applying headlocks hiplocks flying mare and tossing her.
Rep. A. S. Mike Monroney of Oklahoma is named among 15 aides appointed as geographical zone assistants to House Democratic Whip John W. McCormack. The assistants marshal party members from their zones for key votes and reinforce party discipline.
Oklahoma City January 29 H E Bailey chief engineer Oklahoma state highway department told a house committee about highway costs and construction prices. He cited 689 state road projects in three years costing 37868542 82 with asphalt work totaling 15 projects funded by federal aid and material prices from 7 07 to 9 96 per ton.
Joseph Sosensko 39 bikes 35 miles in 2 hours 45 minutes on icy roads to prove skating’s conditioning edge. His rival William Gerdey 39, who finished behind, disputes the result citing his bicycle’s poor condition and still prefers skiing as the better workout.
The Automatic Telephone and Electric company of Liverpool plans to supply Poland a major portion of its telephonic equipment. Deliveries will total 3,028,000 dollars and aim to put Poland’s communications system on an efficient working basis.
John Deere, village blacksmith of Grand Detour Illinois, forged the first steel plow in 1837 marking a landmark in farming technology and American industry.
Gov. Roy J. Turner’s plan to cut taxes by one third won’t take effect for a year after passage as an amendment backed by the school bloc is added. Lawmakers expect quick passage, while educators push for a $32 million annual common school aid to replace the reduced funds.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Mayberry entertained Mr. and Mrs. Bill Tilley of Holdenville. Cumberland Presbyterian church reported good attendance last Sunday and a young people’s quartet performed Sunday night including James Cruson Bill Fulton Fred and Leon Smith.
Bobbie Lovelace spent the weekend with her parents in Oklahoma City. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Rosa Scott also visited her relatives. Sallie Choate was a visitor at Latta. Bill Medlock and Jerry Stegall visited local families. Dub George and families visited the Glover home. Otho Smith and family were guests of the Wayne Smith family.
Mr and Mrs John Bettie have been in Oklahoma City the past week visiting local sights and attending events.
Monday the Hollis Cleghorn taught class led the weekly assembly with some patrons and students in attendance.
In Oakman communities the pleasant weather drew many to Sunday School and church activities. Several families and friends, including Covingtons, Bryans, Ainsworths, and Drydens, spent Sunday with relatives such as the Greens, Lambs, and others. Neighborhood visits extended to Ardmore with Pearl Shockey visiting her son and family.
Captain Leonard W Bailey of the Navy Bureau of Budget and F F Winderoth of the Executive Office budget section completed a week long fact finding survey at the McAlester naval ammunition dep ot.
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