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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1955

Page

10

Allen Bankers and Builders Rally a Town to Rebound

Allen Oklahoma, hit by a tornado, refinery fire, and school explosion, drives a comeback led by Roy Saffarrans who rebuilt a drug store and J I Jones who restored a dry goods shop. A new 62000 dollar school rises without a bond, a Post Office is rebuilt, roads are improved, and Farmers State Bank expands as residents and investors back a bright future.

Allen Pontotoc County Sunray Roy Saffarrans J. I. Jones Monroe Parker Ada P. G. Troop McAlester P. O J. W. Hundley Calvin Jones’ Store Allen Area Ernest L. Hodges Farmers State Bank Hodges

Harlin Family Ice Cream Visit Celebrates Eighth Birthday

On her eighth birthday the Harlin family gathered at R. L. Hale home for a Friday evening birthday dinner. Attending were Mrs. Myrtle Jackson of Tulsa and her daughter Mrs. Davis Lynn of Anderson Indiana, Ed Harlin and Cathy near Ada, Charlotte Kay Jackson from California, Edgar Harlin and family from Fittstown, Van Harlin and children from Jesse, and Mrs. B. L. Legate with Janice.

Harlin R. L. Hale Myrtle Jackson Tulsa Davis Lynn Lynn Anderson, Ind Ed Harlin Cathy Ada Charlotte Kay Jackson California Edgar Harlin Danny Lavell Doris Faye Fittstown van Harlin Terry Timmy Jesse B. L. Legate Janice

Thompson family summer trip and local youth camp visit

Linda Thompson attended the Cumberland Presbyterian Youth Camp near Cordell this week while her parents Rae and Mrs Thompson toured the Ozarks. They returned home last Friday. Ollie Faye and Robbie Mae Legate came home Sunday after visiting their grandfather M Legate near Idabel. they are daughters of Mr. and Mrs. B L Legate.

Linda Thompson Cumberland Presbyterian Cordell Rae Thompson Ozarks Ollie Faye Robbie Mae Legate Idabel M. Legate Mrs. B. L. Legate

Davis Lynn Family Visiting From Anderson Indiana

Mr and Mrs Davis Lynn of Anderson Indiana and her mother Mrs Myrtle Jackson are visiting friends and relatives here.

Davis Lynn Anderson, Ind Myrtle Jackson

Brumleys Move Into Rebuilt Home Formerly of the Kents

Mr and Mrs Durward Brumley and their son occupy the rebuilt house once owned by the Kents. Mr and Mrs Walter Brumley also reside on the property and are listed as the owners. They previously lived in Tishomingo and Connerville.

Cattle Haul By Harlin and Hale Reaches Oklahoma City

Edgar Harlin and Russell Hale drove a truck with cows and calves to Oklahoma City late Wednesday evening in a livestock shipment.

Edgar Harlin Russell Hale Oklahoma City

Ray Barker Reconnects With Stonewall Old Friends

Ray Barker and his daughter visited Stonewall last week renewing acquaintances with locals. Barker is a Stonewall High School graduate and former pupil returning to his hometown for a brief stop in the community.

Ray Barker New Mexico Stonewall Ray Stonewall High School

Griffin Dies in Tishomingo. Funeral Held Here

J R Griffin of Tishomingo, father of Walter Griffin, died last Monday. Funeral services were held Wednesday in Tishomingo. Mr and Mrs Griffin had lived here for several years before moving to Tishomingo.

J. R. Griffin Tishomingo Walter Griffin Mrs. Griffin

Miss Faye Phelps Visits Blanchard Family for Month

Miss Faye Phelps of Blanchard is visiting her aunt Mrs. Haskell Blackwell, Mr. Blackwell, and their daughters for a month.

Faye Phelps of Blanchard Haskell Blackwell Mr. Blackwell

Darlene Blackwell Honored In Family Milestone

Darlene, eldest daughter of Haskell and family, was honored in a local recognition event. The occasion highlighted her contributions to community projects and marked a milestone for the Blackwell household.

Darlene Haskell Blackwells

Old swimming hole returns as summer meeting place

The familiar swimming hole serves again as the central gathering spot this season, drawing locals for casual recreation and socializing during warm weather.

S. Sgt. and Mrs. R J Alexander Visit Relatives

S. Sgt. and Mrs. R J Alexander and their children are visiting their parents Mr and Mrs Bill Alexander and Mr and Mrs R D May. R J and family live near Enid and he is stationed at Vance Air Force Base.

R. J. Alexander Bill Alexander R. D. May R. J Enid Vance Air Force Base

Jimmy Riley Ill. Hospitalized Sunday for Treatment

Jimmy Riley became ill Sunday and was taken to the hospital. He is expected to be home in a few days.

Jimmy Riley

Mann Drennon Family Visits Texas Relative

Mr and Mrs Mann Drennon and their daughter of Texas are staying with his mother Mrs Anna Drennon for a few days in a local visit.

Mann Drennon Texas Anna Drennon

Local Tour Party Visits Oklahoma City Sights

Bob Montgomery Jimmy Doss Sue Bullard and Nancy Chaddick of Pauls Valley traveled to Oklahoma City for a sightseeing day at Springlake and Lincoln Park Zoo enjoying the city’s parks and attractions.

Bob Montgomery Jimmy Doss Sue Bullard Nancy Chaddick Pauls Valley Oklahoma City Springlake Lincoln Park Zoo

John Wheat and George Flowers Visit Mountain View

John Wheat and George Flowers traveled to Mountain View on Friday for an undisclosed purpose. Local witnesses report they arrived in the afternoon and stayed into the evening.

John Wheat George Flowers Mountain View

John Wheat Leaves for Weeks to Visit Children

John Wheat departed Monday to visit his children in Purnell Pauls Valley Marlowe and Duncan and will be away for several weeks.

John Wheat Purnell Pauls Valley Marlowe Duncan

Downtown News Stays Open For Local Updates

City desk invites residents to share tips and events for daily downtown coverage. Readers can submit briefs, notices, and photos to the local paper to keep the core business district informed and engaged.

Cemetery Cleanup at Stonewall Draws Volunteers

Several hands have worked at Stonewall cemetery for three weeks. All graves are cleaned and the entire grounds mowed. Grass has been raked and hauled away.

Stonewall Cemetery

Ledbetters Shop In Ada Tuesday Morning

Rev. and Mrs. Bill Ledbetter were seen shopping in Ada on Tuesday morning, with no incidents reported and no further details provided.

Rev Mrs Bill Ledbetter Ada

Tulsa guest Miss Margaret Mallory visits Rev and Mrs Ritchie

Miss Margaret Mallory of Tulsa is a guest of Reverend and Mrs. Ronald Ritchie this week, staying for a visit at their home.

Margaret Mallory Tulsa Ronald Ritchie

WSCS Meeting Reported With Milwaukee Trip Notes

The WSCS group met at Mrs. Ron ald Ritchie home. Devotional by Mrs. S J Markley and reports on the Milwaukee conference were shared. Proceeds from a farm safe near Ross totaled 40 dollars. Everett Shaw placed third in jackpot roping at Laramie and is visiting Wyoming with Mary Sue.

WSCS Ronald Ritchie S. J. Markley Myrtle Morris Essie Craddock Ritchie Milwaukee Wis Ross Mattie Morris M. L. Jamison George McKay Sybil Stokes Dub Story Everett Shaw Laramie Wyo Mary Sue Wyoming

Adams Visit Spreads Across Eunice Family Lines

Mr and Mrs Jess Adams and Roger of Eunice New Mexico visit their parents Mr and Mrs Sam Adams and Mrs John Murphy along with other relatives.

Jess Adams Roger Eunice, N. M Sam Adams John Murphy

Dosses of Alma Visit Stonewall on Monday

Mr and Mrs G M Doss of Alma were in Stonewall Monday for an unspecified visit or errand.

Mrs. G. M. Doss of Alma Stonewall

Mrs Carl Davis Takes New Post at Valley View Hospital

Mrs Carl Davis has begun work at Valley View Hospital, marking her new position within the medical facility. A native resident she joins the staff in a role that expands patient care efforts at the hospital.

Carl Davis Valley View Hospital

Driver Fined for Overlength Truck in SH 13 Stop

Sam Fordyce of 1010 West Tenth paid a total of 60 dollars after pleading guilty to operating an over length truck. Highway patrolman H B. Kidd issued the summons to appear before Peace Justice Wilbur P. Lee following a stop one mile west of the town on SH 13.

Sam Fordyce West Tenth H. B. Kidd Fordyce Wilbur P. Lee SH 13

Anita Nolan and neighbors gather for eighth birthday

Anita Nolan visited Mrs. Young on Tuesday. The Neal family from Chickasha visited the Stone and Williams homes Wednesday. John Anita and Wayne Nolan with Roger and Bill Stone joined Butch Nelson Saturday to celebrate his eighth birthday.

Anita Nolan Mrs. Young J. C. Neal Leonard and Linda Williams Chickasha Stone and John Anita Wayne Nolan Roger Bill Stone Butch Nelson

Williamses Welcome First Child Patricia Louise

A daughter, Patricia Louise Williams, was born July 7 to Mr. and Mrs. Lester Williams, former residents now living in Chickasha. Patricia weighed 5 pounds 4 ounces and is their first child.

Patricia Louise Williams Lester Williams Chickasha Patricia Ricky Lynn Stills Valley View Johnny Stills

Funeral services held for Mrs Martha M Welch 58

Friday rites were observed for Martha M. Welch who died Wednesday at a local hospital. Burial followed in Memorial Park. Survived by husband O L Welch. daughters Juanita Bender and Geraldine Haskins. sons John Clyde and Mack. brothers Jim Titus and Bill Titus. twelve grandchildren. Pastors Jack Perrin and James Marsh assisted Leonard Webster. local choir sang.

Martha M. Welch Memorial Park O. L. Welch Juanita Bender Panhandle Tex Geraldine Haskins Ada John Stratford Clyde Oil Center Mack Jim Titus Fayetteville Ark Bill Titus Springdale Jack Perrin James Marsh

Greater returns for amount in vested Ada

A want ad notes better value for money when investing in vested Ada assets. The short notice highlights improved yields and practical uses for Ada holdings, urging readers to compare rates and consider adjusting portfolios accordingly.

Ada News

Summers Chapel By Mrs Nancy Rutherford

Melvin Carson of Leveland Texas visited his parents on a trip home from New York City. Many families gathered at Lincoln Park sharing baskets, a picnic lunch, and a zoo visit before returning to the Lewis residence for a watermelon feast. All went home safe but tired.

Melvin Carson Leveland Tex Oscar Carson New York City N. Y Jim Rutherford Ricky Leon Henry Joe Edd Vance Price Douglas Anna Mae Charles John Roe Lewis Jr Debbie J. O. McCloud Oklahoma City Lincoln Park Zoo Lewises

Mrs Wright Visits Hart Women in Sunday Call

Mrs George Wright spent Sunday afternoon visiting with her sisters in law Mrs Rosa Thompson and Mrs Eva Stephens of the Hart community sharing news and good company during a quiet local gathering.

George Wright Rosa Thompson Eva Stephens Hart

Hunter family returns from Arkansas trip

Mr and Mrs Ben Hunter travel from eastern Oklahoma to Paris and Conway Ark to visit son Bobby Hunter his wife Debra and Darrel and are soaked by rain on the trip home a lighthearted note about catching rain en route.

Arkansas Ben Hunter Oklahoma Paris Ark Conway Bobby Hunter Debra Darrel

Mrs Wood's visit noted with Cavener and Roberts party

Mrs Ruby Wood visited with E. C. Cavener and H. R. and Mrs Mozelle Roberts and Pat Sunday, a small social gathering noted in local society circles.

Ruby Wood E. C. Cavener H. R Mozelle Roberts Pat Sunday

Sunday dinner guests in Wood home listed guests

Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Lou Wood and family were Mr and Mrs Everett Pannell and boys Butch and Gary and Gene Myers.

Lou Wood Everett Pannell Butch and Gary Gene Myers

Sherry Alexander Visits Grandmother for Summer

Miss Sherry Alexander of San Francisco, California, spends the summer vacation with her grandmother, Mrs. May Majors.

Sherry Alexander San Francisco, Calif May Majors

Majors Family Visits Home After Arabia Service

Mr and Mrs Harold Majors of Little Rock Arkansas are visiting his mother Mrs May Majors. Harold recently returned from service in Arabia and is serving in the Air Force.

Harold Majors Little Rock Ark May Majors Harold Arabia Air Force

Local Families Spend Time with Relatives Across Town

Mrs Thelma Cowan and her daughters Linda Vicky and Patricia of Lubbock Texas are visiting two weeks with her parents Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson. Mrs Sara Jane Robinson and Mrs Iva Carson visited Mrs Alene Anderson on Monday morning. Mr and Mrs Wilburn Hoosier of the Wilson community visited with Mr and Mrs Lee Tucker Saturday night. Mr and Mrs James Doyle Mar-

Thelma Cowan Linda Vicky Patricia Lubbock, Tex Oscar Carson Sara Jane Robinson Iva Carson Alene Anderson Mrs. Wilburn Hoosier Wilson Mrs Lee Tucker

Ada hosts Willey Doyle and son for supper with Rutherford

Willey Doyle and his son of Ada were Wednesday evening supper guests of Mr and Mrs Jim Rutherford and Ricky, sharing a casual family visit at their home.

Willey Doyle Ada Jim Rutherford Ricky

Ada man spends Thursday night with Rutherford couple

Gene Boiles of Ada spent Thursday night with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rutherford.

Gene Boiles Ada Jim Rutherford

Rev and Mrs Scott Jones Visit Oakman Friends

Reverend and Mrs Scott Jones of Oakman were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Impson Anderson, sharing a meal and social time.

Scott Jones Oakman Mrs Impson Anderson

Ada Visitor John Hilton Calls on Bud Lance Family

John Hilton of Ada visited Friday morning with Mr. and Mrs. Bud Lance.

John Hilton of Ada Bud Lance

Sanders visit Konawa family on Sunday

Mr and Mrs Joe Sanders visited with Mrs Lige Sanders the Sanders mother in Konawa on Sunday.

Mrs Joe Sanders Mr. Sanders Lige Sanders Konawa

Ramona Visit Involving Mrs Underhill and Family

Barbara Hively spent Thursday night with Mrs. J D Underhill. Mr Underhills son in law from Ramona faced car trouble at Drumright. Mrs Underhill escorted Mrs Thompson and the girls to fetch their father and then to Ramona. He drove all night and was very sleepy the next day.

Barbara Hively J. D. Underhill

Kirks Start New Roof On Home Project

The J. C. Kirks are installing a new roof on their house, beginning a home improvement project.

J. C. Kirks

Cox Family Visits Kin in Clifton Arizona

Mr and Mrs Erbin Cox and their sons Dewain and Stanley of Clifton Arizona spent Wednesday night and Thursday with Mrs Cox brother and family Mr and Mrs Julius Ellis.

Erbin Cox Dewain and Stanley Clifton, Ariz Cox Julius Ellis

Ada Visitors Share Afternoon with Underhills

Mr and Mrs Hack McCurdy from south of Ada visited with Mr and Mrs J D Underhill Monday afternoon.

Hack McCurdy Ada J. D. Underhill

Robinsons Spend Weekend With Family in Kinship Visit

Mr and Mrs Herbert Robinson and daughter Rhonda visited his parents Mr and Mrs D B Robinson for a weekend gathering.

Herbert Robinson Rhonda Mrs D. B. Robinson

Ada couple visits with the Lee Tuckers Wednesday night

Mr and Mrs Jim Shaw of Ada visited with the Lee Tuckers on Wednesday night, sharing time at their home and catching up during a social visit.

Jim Shaw Ada Lee Tuckers

Barton Family Visiting Ruby Kirk and Family Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Barton spent Sunday with their daughter Mrs. Ruby Kirk and family.

W. H. Barton Mrs Ruby Kirk

Ada visit with Mrs Dessie Light Monday

Mrs Lela Haskins of Ada visited with Mrs Dessie Light on Monday.

Lela Haskins Ada Dessie Light

Saturday Night Guests From Wilson Community

Ricky and the unnamed companion were Saturday night supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clint Stewart and Phyliss in the Wilson community.

Jim Rutherford Ricky Clint Stewart Phyliss Wilson

Valley View Hospital Picnic At Cedarville Attended By 31

Betty Heaps Patsy Gail and Carol Rutherford were among the 31 attendees at the Valley View Hospital picnic in Cedarville Thursday night. The group spent the evening swimming and skating.

Betty Heaps Patsy Gail Carol Rutherford Valley View Hospital Cedarville

Conway-Steedman Homecoming At Wintersmith Park

Mr and Mrs Bud Lance attended the Conway Steedman homecoming at Wintersmith Park on Sunday with many others present.

Bud Lance Conway - Steedman Wintersmith Park

Local mothers visit Monday morning

Mrs. Denzil Keeling and baby and Mrs. Leo Newby and baby visited Monday morning with Mrs. Eugene Lance.

Denzil Keeling Baby Leo Newby Eugene Lance

Miss Higgens Visiting Sister in Spur Texas

Miss Rena Higgens spends two weeks in Spur Texas visiting her sister Mrs J W Henry. Mr and Mrs B I Scoggin drove Miss Higgens to Wichita Falls where her sister met them.

Rena Higgens Spur Tex J. W. Henry B. I. Scoggin Miss Higgens Wichita Falls

Barnie Fox Family Visiting Oklahoma City Friends

Mr and Mrs Barnie Fox and their children of Oklahoma City are spending a few days with Mr and Mrs Lee Tucker.

Barnie Fox Oklahoma City Lee Tucker

Ice Cream Making Time Dominates July Conversation

July buzz centers on ice cream with many people from the area discussing making and enjoying frozen treats. Citizens report gatherings feature homemade flavors and shared bowls, reflecting a seasonal appetite for cool desserts.

Families Enjoy Sunday Picnic at Devil's Den

Mr and Mrs Julius Ellis and Betty Mr and Mrs Erbin Cox and boys Dewain and Stanley Mrs Lora Ellis and Barbara Hive ly spent Sunday picnicking at Devils Den Mrs Vannie Northam of this community and her grandson Ricky Norton of Shawnee have returned home from a two weeks visit with her son and wife Mr and Mrs Roy Soward of Indiana Mr and Mrs Soward brought her mother and nephew home for a few days visit

Julius Ellis Betty Erbin Cox Dewain and Stanley Lora Ellis Barbara Devil’s den Vannie Northam Ricky Norton Shawnee Roy Soward Indiana

Car Trouble Among Mrs Lora Ellis and Kin

Mrs Lora Ellis and her grandson faced car trouble prompting a roadside assist call. The incident disrupted travel near their home as a passerby offered help until the vehicle could be serviced.

Lora Ellis

Tucker couple visits Haskins in Ada on Saturday night

Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker spent Saturday night visiting with Mr and Mrs William Earl Haskins in Ada.

Rance Tucker William Earl Haskins Ada

Tucker couple moves to Bartlesville for new job

Mr and Mrs Johnnie Tucker relocate to Bartlesville where Johnnie Tucker will be employed by Phillips Petroleum Co in new assignment.

Bartlesville Johnnie Tucker Johnnie Phillips Petroleum Co

Tucker in Alaska to Return Home in November

Delbert R. Tucker son of Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker serving in the armed forces has spent fourteen months in Alaska and will return home around November first.

Delbert R. Tucker Rance Tucker Alaska

Magars Visit Tucker Couple in Fort Worth Ardmore

Millard Magar of Fort Worth Texas and Loyd Magar of Ardmore visited Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker on Wednesday evening.

Millard Magar Ft. Worth, Tex Loyd Magar Ardmore Rance Tucker

Patsy Heaps Visits Betty Marie Tucker

Patsy Gail Heaps spent a day last week with Betty Marie Tucker, sharing time together.

Patsy Gail Heaps Betty Marie Tucker

Failure to Yield Right of Way fined in Texas traffic case

Samuel M Blood of Gainesville Texas was fined 15 dollars plus court costs after pleading guilty to failing to yield right of way in a traffic incident south of Ada on SH 12. Peace Justice C W Floyd presided and highway patrolman H T Gay led the investigation.

Samuel M. Blood Gainesville Texas C. W. Floyd Blood Ada SH 12 H. T. Gay

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