Soil Conservation Districts Transform Pontotoc County
A detailed report from Pontotoc County Soil Conservation District highlights the economic and environmental impact of PL 566 funded projects. Sandy Creek and Upper Clear Boggy projects have constructed 23 of 33 and 43 of 54 dams respectively, with total funds exceeding $3 million when land treatment and private expenditures are included, yielding year round streams, improved pastures, and higher land values.
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Pontotoc County
Soil Conservation Service
When Is It Legal to Kill a Domestic Dog
A historical legal discussion notes that killing a neighbor’s dog over trespass is generally unjustified, with courts recognizing limits on retaliatory animal killings. Exceptions exist for dangerous or rabid animals, but the dominant stance stresses protections for domestic animals unless serious harm or threat to safety arises.
Five Democrats Named From 3rd District Delegation
Oklahoma's National Democratic convention delegation from the Third District will include five delegates. State Representatives David Boren of Seminole and Hugh Sandlin of Holdenville are among them along with Maxine Looper of Heavener, Sarah Ann Shaw of Madill, and J. C. Cobb of Tishomingo. Alternates are James Wooten of Ida Bell, Bill Reynolds of Stigler, Aubrey Kerr of Ada, and James Elliott named as an alternate at large.
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Oklahoma
Chicago
Bob Bennett
Pontotoc County
David Boren
Seminole
Hugh Sandlin
Holdenville
Maxine Looper
Heavener
Sarah Ann Shaw
Madill
J. C. Cobb
Tishomingo
James Wooten
Idabel
Bill Reynolds
Stigler
Aubrey Kerr
Ada
Adan
James Elliott
Larga
Patriotism And Conscience In The War Years
The piece argues that true patriotism requires obedience to God over national policies and cites Jeremiah’s refusal to endorse immoral acts. It contrasts loyal support with wrongful obedience and notes calls to punish critics who challenge policies like Vietnam. The author urges conscience over patriotic rhetoric in judging national actions.
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Nuremburg
John Sutherland Bonnell
Jeremiah
Judah
Jerusalem
America
Russia
Israel
God
Why We Say Wear Why We Say Wear
A concise note explores the usage of wear in advertising and language, citing a dated Want Ad action AST4453 as a reference point for stylistic choices and phrasing. The piece analyzes why certain spellings persist and how redundancy or emphasis can shape reader perception.
Tupelo Socials Chronicle Local Visits and Weekend Gatherings
A long list of Tupelo Ada and surrounding area residents recounts visitors and social events through midweek to weekend. Families including Brooks War ren Williams Fortner and McCarter travel, dine, and attend games with kin in Ada, Vanoss, Stonewall, and Breathitt. Several trips to Lake Texoma, Shadrick, and Penrod households mark the period, with children visiting grandparents and local ball games noted.
Around The County notes on local visits
Mrs. Gertie Summers and May Johnson attended Sunday school together and a Sunday evening visit followed. Additional visits included Mack Summers with Gaylon, and a trip to Oklahoma City to see Raymond Cottrell family. Saturday guests included Gene Summers and children, Joe Summers and children, and Robt Sunday dinner with Mrs. Nettle Hodges and Phyllis in Pickett and nearby areas.
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Rachel Boyé
Richmond
Jalif
Alice Crawford
Bill Thomason
Ernest Pipes
Remmel Tiffins
Vaness
Rawhe Boyd
Remmel Tiffin
Earl House
Pickett
Jana House
Thomason
Gertie Summers
May Johnson
Mack Summers
Gaylon
Oklahoma City
Raymond Cottrell
Gene Summers
Cildren
Pauls Valley
Joe Summers
Joe Summerg
Robt
Nettle Hodges
Phyllis
Local Social Roundup Of Dinners And Visits Across Towns
Multiple families and individuals from Ardmore Coalgate Sem inole and nearby towns share dinners visits and overnight stays with relatives and friends over a series of days. Notable names include Guimt Lowden Kemp Cannon Weller Welch Turnbolt Jones Stonecipher Norris Scarsdale and Schutte among others. Standout notes record transfers and service by Darrel Turnbolt and shared meals with parents and grandparents.
The American picnic fades in modern life
A reflective piece notes the decline of the traditional family picnic as American summers shift. It cites changes from watermelon sizes to drive-in meals, highway travel, and portable sportswear, while celebrating lasting images in photos and ads. It laments political rhetoric at Fourth of July gatherings and longs for a bygone communal ritual.
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Gordon Parnell
Sopy
Vickie
Sherman Drennan
Jerry Howard
Jerri Lynn
Ada
Sul
Pir Sindee
Pop
Foghorn
OF Foghorn
Weekend Guests and Local Happenings Across Oklahoma
Social notes list guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harter and Marcia including sister Onnce Long and family from Trena California and Jerry Orton of Fayetteville Arkansas. Walter Harter and wife from Buffalo Texas married June 29, with Charlsie Jones of Palestine Texas. Various local visits, church events, and travels are noted, naming families from Ada Coalgate Stonewall Bakersfield and Oklahoma City.
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Charles Harter
Marcia
Onnce Long
Jan
Trena
Calif
Jerry Orton
Fayetteville
Ark
Charles
Harter
Walter Harter
Buffalo
Tex
Walter Harters
Charlsie Jones
Fred Rt. Jones
Palestine
Buffalo High School
Tupelo
Enid Woman Killed in State Car Collision
An Enid woman, Ruth Moyer, 68, died in a head on collision between two cars near Bison. A retired Enid school teacher, she arrived at an Enid hospital dead. The fatality toll for the year stands at 361, higher than a year ago.
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Associated Press
Enid
Bison
Ruth Moyer
Miss Moyer
Oiaioma
Close race for two Douglas council seats in Wyoming
In Douglas Wyoming two council seats in the nonpartisan town election were decided by narrow margins. The AP reports the vote closeness as the races concluded with tight percentages and final tallies awaiting official certification.
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Douglas
Wyo
Arctic Circle Election Yields 241 Votes Each
In a partial Arctic Circle election, Dr Bulsserman and Merwin are tied at 241 votes each with a bid across the polar region. Harald Link leads with their 1240 votes, Bruce Filler earns 2, and the round-trip flight covers over 22 000 miles.
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Arctic Ferns
Bulsserman
Merwin
Arctic Circle
Winter Schlichling
Antarctic
Harald Link
Bruce Filler
Indoor Sports Motto and Teen Mindset
A reflective piece frames teens as diverse in gender and highlights calisthenics and study as paths to growth. It proclaims a steadfast motto centering self discipline, emotional resilience, gratitude, and moral conduct.
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God
No Accidents Reported Here In Ada Tuesday
No accidents were reported in Ada Tuesday. Bonds forfeited in Municipal Court included Elton Pittman for speeding a $10 fee and Frédick Delong for public drunkenness a $20 fee. Charles Eddleman pleaded guilty to public drunkenness a $10 penalty.
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Municipal Rt
Elton’ Pittman
Frédrick Delong
Charles Eddleman
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