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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1968

Page

2

Stonewall Social Notes Highlight Regional Visitors

Stonewall reports a steady stream of visitors and extended relatives from Ada Oklahoma City Tulsa and Amarillo Texas. Families including Weatherly Hammatt Minor and Ganus are noted visiting returning from trips to Vancouver and California while local residents attend training and travel for family reunions and summer visits.

Carl Burkhart Oklahoma City California Stonewall Belle Stegall Rosa Burkhart Donnie Clark

Marriages Marryings and Touring in Ada Area

A cascade of marriage notices runs through Ada and vicinity. Couples include Paul Laseman to Glenda Taylor and James Ray Dilbeck to Mary Ann Jordan, with many Ada residents pairing across Oklahoma and Texas. Travelers plan spring tours visiting Roff, Stillwater, Ponca City, and other stops before returning home.

Lowell Laseman Stratford Alvin Mantooth Raymond Laseman Paul Laseman Rachel Mary Jim Young Ardmore Lasmans Oklahoma Bill J. Lee Roff Mary Stillewater Ponca City Shulanberger la Mi Dewayne’ Houser Ada Iada Calif Glenda Taylor Darrel Gene Durant Stone Norwalk Regional Wall Sandra Brashier Allen Donald Reed Stonewall Margaret Bingham Terry Roberson Debbie Allen Peter Woods Betty Barton Ira L. Iker Jr Kil Cha Lamb Mt. Pleasant Tex Russell D. Bible Holdenville Linda June Howard David W. Willis Armenda Choate J. T. Akin Betty Odilis Branscum Sasakwa James Ray Dilbeck Mary Ann Jordan Michael Austin Christian Patricia Kaye Gurley Pascual Lou Piedfort San Angelo Rachael Jeanne Barnes James Henry Burnett Hugo Virginia Louise Wilkins Anters Herley Lee Kelley Francis Cate Mae Rice Richard Joseph Montes Lawrence Kat Wilma Lee Roberts Kansas City Clyde H. McCown Carol Aon Harbin Glenn N. Rodgers Sadler Marilyn 8 Classen Atwood Jessie Millican Golden Meadow Marian G. Millican Oildale Joe E. Dawson Oklahoma City Belly Louise Orange Willie J. Spann Wewoka Virginia Ruth Reed

Vast List Of Candidates File In Oklahoma Offices

The notice catalogs numerous candidates across districts with ages, hometowns, and occupations such as attorney real estate broker farmer and teacher. Incumbents include Harold Hunter in Waukomis and Anna Wiedemann in Piedmont, with many from Oklahoma City Shawnee and Tulsa.

Bert F. Page R. Enid Tom Rogers Enid Harold ¥. Hunter R. Waukomis Anna Belle Wiedemann Piedmont Dennis Adams R. el Reno el Reno

Conway Steedman Reunion Set for Wintersmith Park

The Conway-Steedman Oldtimers Reunion is planned for next Sunday at Wintersmith Park. Registration starts at 10 a.m. with a basket dinner at noon. All former residents of Conway or Steedman are invited to attend. Past gatherings featured group singing and viewing old pictures with informal visiting.

Conway-Steedman Old Vimeérs Wintersmith Park Bud Blackburn Conway Or Steedman

Reunion Dinner Brings Together Johnson Families

Guests of Mrs. Clay Johnson, including Col and Mrs Charles Johnson and numerous relatives, gathered Sunday at the Johnson home for a dinner and reunion of the late Clay Johnson and Mrs Ruby Johnson families. Attendees hailed from Oklahoma City Edmond Fayetteville Marietta Tuttle Camarillo and Rolf with multiple spouses and children listed.

Mary Laseman Clay Johnson Col Charles Johnson Ann J Carol Marietta Fred Clifton Ruby Johnson Loyd’ Johnson Camarilla Calif Melvin Dixon Edmond, Co And Ann Leon Condren Brenda James Ray Condren Shelly Tuttle Bob Dixon Oklahoma City He Dixon Linda Texas Ruby Murphy Rolf Dick Rolf Charley Morrow Ada Bil Williams Cindy Williams

Screwworm Epidemic Hits Southwest Texas

The Southwest Animal Health Research Foundation urged reactivating county screwworm committees to combat a surge in cases in Texas this year, with 700 cases reported, four times 1967. Sterile flies are produced near Mission to disrupt the pest’s reproduction, as factors include mild winter, wet conditions, livestock movement to Mexico, wildlife populations, and reduced fly control programs.

San Antonio Southwest Animal Health Research Foundation Texas Mission Foundation Mex Clivestock Mission Lab

Two File For Sheriff's Post Miller In Race

Sheriff Burl Griffin drew two opponents in his bid for re election as the second day of the three day office filing period began Tuesday. T. E. Hixson and James C. Bazé filed for sheriff. Griffin filed Monday for re election. Two more candidates filed for county commissioner posts. F. Jones filed for re election in District Two. Johnnie Boring filed for the District Three post, now held by J. R. Rae Thompson. Thompson filed for re election Monday. On the state scene, State Sen. George Miller filed for re elec tion on Monday. Rep. Lonnie Abbott, Pontotoc County, said he will be Tuesday. So far, neither county legislator has drawn an opponent. Miller also represents Coal and Murray counties. Duard C. Willoughby, Ada attorney, sued for the new associate district judge position in thhis district. In area filings, Hugh Sandlin, Holdenville, is seeking to return to the House to represent Hughes, Coal and part of Pontotoc County. State Sen. Allen G. Nichols, who represents Seminole and Hughes counties, filed for re election, . Other House members filing included Kenneth Converse, Tishomingo, Johnston and Murray counties and David L. Boring, Seminole (Seminole County), . None of the incumbents had opposition as of Tuesday.

Burl Griffin T. E. Hixson James C. Bazé Griffin F. ©. Jones Johnnie Boring J. R Rae’ Thompson Thompson Pontotoc County Allen G. Nichols Seminole Hughes House Kenneth Converse Tishomingo Johnston Murray David L. Boring Seminole County

Incumbents First To File For Office Here

Eight county office holders filed for re election Monday morning on the first day of the short three day filing period. As the News went to press no races had developed for any of the local offices. Incumbent officials along with the county election board were Burl Griffin sheriff J D Don Thompson county clerk Carl Stewart court clerk David Gray county commissioner 4 J 3K Thompson and commissioner district 3 Lloyd Stephens county treasurer Frank Jared county assessor J D Enis county superintendent. The filing period extends through Wednesday. Buy sell trade rent with News Classified Acts 332 4433.

County Election Board Burl Griffin J.D Don) Thompson Carl Stewart David Gray

Blood Bank Receives Accreditation From National Association

The hospital board and Dr Lively praised the blood bank accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks for meeting high standards and continually improving service. The voluntary inspection included a detailed questionnaire and site visit by association specialists to raise transfusion safety and quality.

American Association of Blood Banks Lively American Association of ‘Blood Banks

County Woman Plans Lake Area Family Destination

Mrs Stanfield envisions a Pontotoc County lake area becoming a family destination. She plans horse rentals and other activities, noting that progress has been achieved with little capital and much elbow grease. She aims to create a welcoming retreat for residents and visitors alike.

Pontotoc County

Community clinics aim to ease labor management rift

Fitchburg residents launch a first-in-the-nation program of open clinics to promote understanding between labor and management. The series focuses on identifying and addressing deficiencies on both sides to prevent strikes and walkouts.

Fitchburg Mass

Country Club votes to buy leased nine hole golf course

Oak Hills Golf and Country Club stockholders met on a Monday night to approve purchasing the nine hole course it has leased. The price was set at 160000 with the land held by a Norris trust. The 79.4 acre tract remains leased, while club facilities stay owned by Oak Hills Corp. Directors to study improvements and financing. Ralph Smith presided as president.

Oak Hills Golf and Country Club P. A. Norris Oak Hills Corporation G. C. Mayhue Ralph Smith

OG&E Seeks Surcharge On Electric Rates

OG&E requests a rate surcharge to fund a major construction program. Kennedy notes past tax changes allowed temporary reductions, but the 1968 surcharge will raise rates more than 1969 because it covers only part of 1968. The company needs strong earnings to attract capital amid higher financing costs and a high bond issuance rate.

Kennedy Og&e

Four Races Set In Pontotoc County

Pontotoc County voters see four contests with incumbents Sam T Reynolds Johnnie Baring J D Dow Thompson and Garren B Smith seeking re election County Clerk is unopposed Car Stewart Lloyd Stephens Frank Jared J B Enis David Gray J D Wilson and Allen county constable unopposed Duard C Willoughby seeks the new associate district judgeship In the legislative arena Sen George Miller Ada is unopposed for re election Rep Lonnie Abbott Ada faces W C Gray No Republican candidates filed for county offices.

Page One Sam T. Reynolds Johnnie Baring J. D.dow Thompson Garren B. Smith Car Stewart Lloyd Stephens Frank Jared J. B. Enis David Gray County Commission J. D. Wilson Allen Constable Duard C. Willoughby Associated District George Miller Ada Lonnie Abbott W. C. Gray Republicad

Ada Livestock Auction Market Report

The market Tuesday was steady to strong with 2,200 receipts. Slaughter cows brought 14 to 19.24, slaughter bulls 20 to 22.50, slaughter calves 24 to 36, stock steers 24 to 30, stock heifers 21 to 25.50, stock steer calves 26 to 35, stock heifer calves 23 to 27, dairy breeds 22 to 24, stock cows 17 to 22, cows and calves 160 to 235.

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Two Seriously Hurt In Crash Near Fitzhugh

A car pickup crash on a county road west of Fitzhugh left three people injured. Anthony Newton Reeves 15 Route 1 Roff suffered head injuries and was moved to Olintonia City hospital. Bobbie Jean Hayes 14 Route 2 Roff had a broken leg and head injuries and remained in Valley View Hospital in critical condition. Dan Hughes 19 Route 3 Roff was treated and released. Trooper John Wayne Smith said Hughes driving a pickup attempted a left turn at a T intersection three miles west of Fitzhugh and hit Reeves head on.

Fitzhugh Anthony Newton Reeves Roff Valley View Hospital Olintonia City Hospital Reeves Bobbie Jean Hayes Dan Hughes Highway Patrol John Wayne Smith Hughes

Harters Honored At Gift Shower

Mr and Mrs Walter Harter were honored at a wedding gift shower hosted at Mr and Mrs Charles Harter s home. Hostesses were Mrs Lee Hyatt and Mrs Bill Lowden. Attendees and gift senders included numerous friends and relatives such as the Burbee Loyds Goss Parks May and many others.

Harters

Pink And Blue Shower Honors Mrs. Goode

A pink and blue shower was held at the First Baptist Church Tupelo to honor Mrs. Dickie Goode. Numerous attendees including Mrs. C. H. Martin Mrs. Roy Lee Harkins Cindy Francis Evans Robert Brashears Jack ie Brashears Jim Juson Floyd Johnson Sallie Johnson Nell Smith Maxine Linker Cheryl Helen Jennings Maude Davis Brenda Blanchard Norbie Romines Mildred May Mary Lunsford Ella Dunn Jim Brooks Herman Bills Faye Woods Galena Parrish Wilma McDaniels Tack Caton Sharon Naomi Terry Canida Lanette Litten Lois Clifford Debbie Oletha Perry girls Gladys Davidson Vinson Bessie Dailey Perry Hunter Norma Morrison Nora Turner Russel Ray Anabelle Phyllis Harvey Bullard Ruth Hyatt Zena Fradrick Me and Martin McCurdy Willie Dorothy Hayes Eula Jennings Gilbert Thayla Cox Beetie Bullard Myrtle Rush Patricia Roy Jean Harkins W B Hohert Gladys Loden Bam Jay Steele Britton Lavetta Crawford Jaylie Rush Nellie Scott Maggie Hudson Liberty Onita Loyd Ruby Hayes Shirleen Johnson Dewey Snow Bethel Lee Opie Buzbee Cecil Glover Sherry Palmer Bertha Palmer Ruby Archer Lillie Archer Barbara Fortner LaVerne Treas Oloketa Bottoms Mary Sue Marelia Rowe Maggie Batchelor Fred Sneed Pete McKay J L Wilson Missie Smith Tony Angel Dane Howell Kay Debbie Stella Brown Sandy Bottoms Jack Uhlich Estelle Billingsley Sue Parnell Natiye Parks Roseanne Loyd.

First Baptist Church Tupelo Dickie Goode C. H. Martin Roy Lee Harkins Cindy Francis Evans Robert Jenel Brashears Sug Loyd Jackie Marvin Brashears Pete Brashears Jon Paul Brashears Jim Juson Floyd Johnson Sallie Johnson Nell. Smith Maxine Linker Cheryl Helen Jennings Maude Davis Brenda Blanchard Norbie Romines Mildred May Mary Lunsford Ella Dunn Jim Brooks Herman _ Bills Faye Woods Galena Parrish Wilma. McDaniels Tack Caton Sharon Naomi Terry Canida Lanette Litten Lois Clifford Debbie Oletha Perry Gladys. Davidson Vinson Bessie Dailey Perry Hunter Norma Morrison Nora Turner Russel Ray Anabelle Phyllis Harvey ‘Bullard Ruth Tony Angel Dane Howell Kay and Stella Brown Sandy ‘ Bottoms Jack Uhlich Estelle Billingsley Sue Parnell Natiye Parks Roy Roseanne Loyd

Hart Homemakers Meet Monday At Hatcher Home

The Hart Homemakers Club met at the home of Mrs. Arvilla Hatcher. President Mrs. Marjorie Soutee led, with guests Mrs. Fred Martin Mrs. Samuel Fender and Mrs. Opal Cook. Activities included songs led by Mrs. Barney Hall, a devotional, a lesson on Picture Making, and a report on the Lightning Ridge Cemetery project. Refreshments were served. The group will meet August 1 at 12 with Mrs. Simon Young.

Hart Homemakers Group Arvilla Hatcher Marjorie Soutee Fred Martin Samuel Fender Opal Cook Barney Hall Ammo Griffith Maryin Hunt Matt Hunt Arno Griffith Lightning Ridge May Johnson Alvie Griffith Richard Soutee Marvin Hunt Robert Penrod Mack Summers Gaylon Gertie Summers Gina Cherry Cecil Knight Simon Young Elaine and Clay Elsie Cowley Hatcher

Ada Woman Beaten. Victim Hospitalized in Fair Condition

An Ada woman was hospitalized in fair condition after an alleged beating Friday. Suspects, a man and a woman, were held in the county jail as police investigate the incident. Location details include Valley View Hospital and 225 East 15th. Authorities seek charges and further action.

Ada King Valley View Hospital Man City Police Sheriff's Office Afair

Coffee Time Cookery for Farm Families

Coffee time brings family together as neighbors drop by for news and snacks. This feature shares two farm friendly recipes Pineapple Coffee Cake and Jam Twists, with simple steps and moderate ovens.

Hokett Family Reunion At Wintersmith Park

The Hokett family held a Fourth of July reunion at Wintersmith Park. Attendees from Ada and surrounding areas enjoyed visiting and swimming, followed by a park picnic lunch and supper. Participants included multiple Hokett relatives and spouses, plus friends and extended family members across several cities.

Hokett Wintersmith Park W. B. Hokett Paul Canida Paula Shannie Jerry Lori Dew Towanda Webb Lee Ada Glen Smith Mary Glenda Francis Kenneth Murphy Ginger

Vanoss Alumni Banquet Highlights Moonlit Garden Theme

The 14th Vanoss Alumni Banquet at Vanoss High School on June 29 featured an invocation by Rev. Don Newby and a welcome address by James L. Barnes. Karl Titley led sift presentations, with prize winners including Mrs. Claretta Gray and Waston White, while Cecil Crockett won for greatest distance traveled. New officers for 1969 were elected, and the Vanoss Home Demonstration Club prepared the meal.

Vanoss Vanoss High School Don Newby James L. Barnes Karl, Tiley Yhe Alumni Association Claretta, Gray Center Waston White Ada Grace Solomon Martin Kansas Cecil Crockett Myrtle Creek Ore Pat Stone Judy Slaughter Bob Slaughter Susie Stone Cleamon Stone Vantoss

Raglands Hold Fourth Of July Family Reunion

The Ragland family and relatives gathered at Wintersmith Park for their annual reunion on July Fourth. Attendees included Cordilia Lintsey and many Raglands, Lindseys, Grahams, Littles, Boyd, and others from Ada Oklahoma City Sand Springs Connersville Muskogee and nearby areas. Friends visiting during the day and several unable to attend are noted.

Marsh Ragland Wintersmith Park Cordilia Lintsey Joe Ragland Ethel Nix Elmer Ragland Marsha Joe Lindsey Dale Fred Graham W. T. Little Charles Boyd Dale Ann Boyd Bob King Beverly Roundtree Kristi Newby Jerry Davis Gilbert Ragland Shelly Dee Ralph McGilliard Mike Tressia Bennie Harrison Mary Ann Cottle Shaw Kenny Ronnie Sherri Ada Ken Wilson Doris Monroe Lee Wilburn Francis A. Lilley Guy Binidey Otis Myrick Lorena Haley Ruth Ray Hickman Robert Ragland Muskogee

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Lucille Ganus Leon McMinn Monroe Gene Minor Viola Weatherly Officer’s Training School New Jersey Joyce Minor Amarillo Weatherly Wea Therly Weather Ly Smoker Davis I. W. McAdams Tulsa Ward Prater Aleta King Robin Newberry Mr. and Mrs. Howardanus Maud Hammatt Merle Hammett Mesa, Ariz Bertie Lilley Lilley Gary Minor W. BE. Weatherly Mr. Weatherly W. B. Weatherly Samantha Barnes Barnes Clyde Barnes Lonnie Barnes Homer Fort Worth Roland Phillips Dollie Flowers Will Holland Polk Croas City Shatter Roy Robbins Mr.Lilley Alyene Maynard Rattan, Okla Frannie Stewart Bob and Steve Joan Ganus Mrs Howard Ganus Cathy H. B. Herron Vancouver Wash B. G. Mc- Donald Bobby Allred John Allred Carolyn Grove Pueblo Colo John Polk Jr Rosa Felkins Oxnard Venita Felkins Mrs. Earl Brashears Dave McCoy Dora Clause Samantha Ronnie Rowe Maud Cecil Bullard Jodie Andrianne Mascou Stegall Rosa Burk Rehart Namie Teneo Same Aucouns M. D. Durbin Teresa Gerhardt Woodacre Call Loyd Johnson Colorado Springs J. Wayne Johnson Ennis Hudson H. Hudson Okmulgee I. W. Hale Konawa the Ciy Mr. Hale City Council Merchant Guy Alberty Gaylor Wasoner Carpenter G.W. Hunter Checotah Atetorney Willie L.C. Young R. Shawnee David M. Mayne Shawnee Real Estate Insurance Joseph E. McKinney Franklin Gray Dist Harlan Avey Okemah Craig BR. Tweedy B. Sapulpa Lloyd M. Moore Perry, Florist Ray L. Peterson Ponca! City Refinery Electrician Jerry B. Peterson Spadeoney Michael Jerry Hopkins Blackwell Inser Donald N. Webster Chester Robert N. Bartholomew R. Moore Kenneth L, Sorensen Elk City Checker-Stocker Homer R Holcomb Sauré Soin Leunairy J. Fred Ferdi i Elgin Patemnarsia Dallas N. Lee Sand Springs C.R. Fitzhugh Tulsz Richard E. Hancock Robert E. Nathan AL. Mann Tals James Edward Bethel Grant Forsythe Collinsville Johnnie H. Cherblane Lige K. Stewart Rick Romane Donald F. Marrs Alomney Andrew L. Hamiitton the Village Chorniy Doyle C. Scott William C. Woodward Ok-' Kee City Edward B. Dycts Norval Ros E.C. Sandy Sanders Bobby R. Merrill Leon A. Bateman Insurance Wilbert Smith C.C. Gibson Real Astace Joe Tilly del City Teach Tr Real ¢State Theresa Rizzuti Midwest City Beverly I. Falconer H. Louise Hawkins Charlene H. Kitchens Tegal Sel Hemploy Eddie W. Jackson Oklahom City George A. Klopp Gerald R. Dazon Myron E. Bross Oklahome City Visanio Jobagan Calvin B. Luper Alfred L. Walker John B. White K.L. Schomburg Technician Conway-Steedman Forest Mark Williams Bill Williams Melvin Johnson Fayetteville, Ark Ico Sheriff’s Post Miller Blood Bank Antistrike Clinics Pontotoc Co Walter Harter Charles’ Harter Lee Hyatt Bill Lowen Bil Burbee Thurman Lee Dee Hyatt A. W. Morgan Jesse Loyd Odus Fredrick Bonnie Glover James McDaniels W. D. Lowden Ray Schutte L. B. Loyd E. M. Goss Phillis Anna Belle Loyd Goss Pete Parks Harvey Johnson Floyd King Robert Palmer Char Nex Harter Omarcia Mrs. Goode Hart Homemakers Hatcher Home Wintersmith W. Co. Gray Pontatoc County Sheri Rurl Griffin Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company Corporation Commission State of West Thirteenth Secretary of the Corporation Commission of the State of Oklahoma Donald S.kennedy
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