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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1947

Page

7

Notice by Publication In Pontotoc County Oklahoma

Public notice in Pontotoc County Oklahoma places Rinda A Rushing and others named as defendants in a quiet title suit filed by K L Bryant Anita Bryant Richard M Thomason and Billie L Thomason. The case seeks to cancel ad valorem taxes and establish plaintiffs’ possession of Lot 2 Block 3 Arlington Addition Ada Oklahoma with August 21 1947 deadline for answer. MCARTHUR ORTON attorneys. The notice also lists Lula Underhill as plaintiff and Willie Brown and others as defendants in a separate district court action.

State OF Oklahoma Rinda A. Rushing E. V. Rushing Mary R. Clark Thomas M. Rushing District Court Pontotoc County Oklahoma K. L. Bryant Anita Bryant Richard M. Thomason Billie L. Thomason Arlington Ada State OF Harry T. Hayes Della Bedford

Oklahoma divorce suit and estate notices amid Pontotoc actions

Legal notices warn Harry T. Hayes of a divorce and child support suit due by August 21, 1947 in Pontotoc County Court Ada Oklahoma. Other notices announce probate for Mary Elizabeth Bleigh with Claude Logs don as executor and a July hearing, plus a large land dispute foreclosure and heirship action involving Willie Brown and multiple Chickasaw heirs with partition and title adjudication in Pontotoc County.

Mary Elizabeth Bleigh Claude Logsdon County of Pontotoc Ada Pontotoc Tom D. McKeown

Quieting Title suit in Pontotoc County Oklahoma lands

Plaintiffs Irl Rhynes and Christy Rhynes and C L Griffeth as trustee sue Henry Burrow jr and others for quiet title to 36 1N 7E lands in the Southwest Quarter of 36 Township 1N Range 7E. They seek fee simple title and removal of all claims, with heirs and devisees identified and adjudicated. Court date noted July 9, 1947.

Irl Rhynes Christy Rhynes C. L. Griffeth Ada Norris Berry Margaret Norris Hall District Court Pontotoc County Oklahoma

Oklahoma suit to quiet title on Chickasaw lands in Pontotoc

Ar gus Chaffin sues W W J Schoonmaker Amy Walker nee Dyar Amon Walker Johnny Brown Katsey Dyar deceased Susie Dyar deceased Sam Dyar deceased Johhnie Dyar Jacob Perry Eldie Johnson and others in Pontotoc County District Court claiming 280 acres described as Southwest 10 acres of Lot 5 West 20 acres of Lot 6 West 20 acres of Lot 7 West 20 acres of Lot 8 Section 15 Township 5 North Range 7 West plus Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter and other quarters in Section 16 5N 7W and seeks absolute ownership and to bar all adverse claims with answer due by September 4 1947.

Lula Underhill Pontotoc County State of Oklahoma Oklahoma District Court W.W. J. Schoonmaker Amy Walker Dyar Amon Walker Johnny Brown Katsey Dyar Nee Dyar Calvin Dyar Joe Dyar Susie Dyar Sam Dyar Johnnie Dyar Jacob Perry Eldie Johnson Argus Chaffin Towit

Weakened collective bargaining undercuts workers' power

President Truman warns that weakening collective bargaining weakens every working man in the country, stressing the broad impact of labor rights on workers nationwide.

Approval of Full Blood Deed of Ida Cooper Chickasaw Heir

Notice of a petition filed July 19 1947 by Ida Fel Cooper nee Lewis sole heir of Galloway Lewis to approve conveyance of 40 acres in Pontotoc County Oklahoma to Ben Weaver and Elsie Weaver for 720 dollars with mineral rights reserved. Hearing set August 14 1947 at Ada County Court.

Ida Fel Cooper Lewis Galloway Lewis Pontotoc County Oklahoma Meridian E Ben Weaver Elsie Weaver Ada Tom D. McKeown

Vanoss News Notes Social Visits and School Renovations

Local residents visit relatives in Vanoss and Bowlegs. Laraine Bickham stays with Carolyn Auten. Church at Gaar Corner draws a large crowd. Vanoss High School redecorated and buses conditioned. Frank hired as special music teacher for chorus piano theory and band.

Gaar Corner Frank

Public Auction To Satisfy Warehouse Lien in Ada Oklahoma

On August 2 1947 at 11 00 a m at 900 West Main Ada Oklahoma a warehouseman and mechanic will sell for cash to highest bidder a 1937 Chevrolet two door sedan motor 112682 1946 tag 46 2674 and 1947 tag 582719 to satisfy warehouse lien plus 5 July labor and storage 15 for repairs 25 attorney fees and notice costs. The sale is for the property of W A Weaver stored at the Ada address.

West Main St Ada Pontotoc County State of Oklahoma Oklahoma W. A. Weaver C. B. Howard Thomas P. Holt

Mrs Pierce to Coach High School Girls Basketball

Mrs. Pierce a former all American guard will guide the high school girls basketball team. Mr and Mrs Ray Reynolds of Pickett visited the Wilmoths Sunday. Theron Jones a vocational agriculture teacher and family attended to business in Vaness Friday and Saturday.

Pierce Mrs. Ray Reynolds of Pickett Wilmoths Theron Jones Vaness

Reverend Harden Visits Wilmoth Home on Sunday

Reverend Fred Harden spent Sunday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Wilmoth.

Fred Harden John Wilmoth

Revival Begins at First Baptist Church With Latin Mission Preacher

The First Baptist church opened a revival this week with Rev. Glen Taylor of the Latin Mission preaching and Rev. Harden directing the singing, signaling a period of renewed services.

The First Baptist Church Glen Taylor Harden

California couple visits sister in town

Mr and Mrs Albert Todd of California are visiting her sister Mrs Vina Turner.

Mrs. Albert Todd California Vina Turner

Mrs Pearl Lee and Jack Lee Visit Standridges Sunday

Mrs Pearl Lee and Mr and Mrs Jack Lee visited the Standridges on Sunday, sharing time and conversation in a social visit.

Pearl Lee Jack Lee Standridges

Blaylocks Visit Pitt Family in Waco Texas

Mr and Mrs D J Blaylock of Waco Texas have been visiting her parents Mr and Mrs G M Pitt and sister Ruth Pitt during a seaside trip and family visit.

D. J. Blaylock Waco, Tex G. M. Pitt Ruth Pitt

Adams Meets With County Farm Agents

Adams 4-H leader Paul G. Adams and staff met county agents and home demonstration agents from the southwest district at the Artesian hotel to plan 4-H club work. Attending were Miss Alice Carlson Rai ford Luker Dan Diehl Esther Martin and Dr E H Shinn of A M College and the Washington agriculture dept. They advised appointing for each club a farmer and a homemaker as junior leaders and project advisors.

Paul G. Adams A. & M. College Stillwater Artesian Hotel Alice Carlson Raiford Luker Dan Diehl Esther Martin

Public Royal Wedding Planned at Westminster Abbey

London July 23 government confirms Princess Elizabeth will wed Lieut. Philip Mountbatten in a large public ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Officials say the event will not be cut to austerity levels despite national poverty concerns.

London Elizabeth Philip Mountbatten Westminster Abbey

Ada Rounduppers Ride in Ardmore Rodeo Parade

Ada Rounduppers will ride in the Ardmore Rodeo parade next Thursday July 24 with horses at barns by 10:30 a m. The 3 30 p m parade includes a 100 prize for best dressed riding club. Jances Smith attends Pawhuska Cavalcade representing the local club.

Ada Ardmore Mancel Brooks Adans Jances Smith Pawhuska

Smallpox Deaths in Manila Before American Occupation

Before the American occupation of the Philippines there were about 6,000 smallpox deaths a year in Manila alone.

The Philippines Manila

Farley Quotes Roosevelt About Party Loyalty And Duty

James A. Farley, former postmaster general, says Roosevelt never forgave him for prioritizing party welfare over personal allegiance, calling it his due.

Roosevelt James A. Farley

Air Forces Seek Bomb For Jet Bombers Speed

The army air forces pursue a bomb for high speed jet bombers with top priority in tests of deep penetration missiles in Germany. Designers aim to overcome jet drop issues as standard casings fail at 500 mph plus, risking stabilizing fins tearing off and erratic flight.

Washington Army Air Forces AAF Germany

Highschool Avenue Paying Petition To Be Studied

City Manager W. E. Hansen reported to the city council on a pending paying petition for Highschool Avenue. If a majority of property owners favor waving, a proper resolution will be prepared to start the project. The council also heard updates on garbage pickup starting earlier at 4 30 am to speed service, airport road grading, and sewer district work in Meaders subdivision.

W. E. Hansen Aly Meaders First Second Oak and Johnston

Weekend Visit Highlights in Oakman Community

Mrs. Jack Bryan and daughter Betty along with Mrs. Cloud Muse and her children of Mountain View spent the weekend with Mrs. Bonnie Bryan and family, sharing time and hospitality in Oakman.

Jack Bryan Betty Cloud Muse Mountain View Bonnie Bryan

Sunday Visits Highlight Local Families

Mrs. Myrtle Kaiser and children and Mrs. Ola Anderson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Carter and son William. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Owens and family and Mrs. Nellie Massey visited in the Bryan home Sunday evening.

Myrtle Kaiser Ola Anderson George Carter William Walter Owens Nellie Massey Bryan Home

Hillard Anderson Family Visited McAlester With Daughter

Mr and Mrs Hillard Anderson and daughter Carolyn Sue spent Sunday visiting in McAlester.

Carolyn Tilley Henry Eaves Carl Auten Carolyn J. J. Shaw Hillard Anderson Carolyn Sue McAlester

Joyce Covington Spends Weekend with Marlene Higdon

Joyce Covington spent Saturday night and Sunday with Marlene Higdon, sharing time in a social visit reported by local observers.

Joyce Covington Marlene Higdon

George Carter in Valley View Hospital for minor operation

George Carter remains at Valley View Hospital undergoing a minor operation. Medical staff provide routine care as the procedure proceeds and condition is described as stable.

George Carter Valley View Hospital

Massey and Anderson Visit Coventon Boys

Gordon Keith Massey and Glen Jay Anderson spent Sunday with the Coventon boys. Mrs. Jack Bryan and Mrs. Chaud Muse spent Sunday night with Mr. and Mrs. Mart Massey.

Gordon Keith Massey Glen Jay Anderson The Coventon Boys Jack Bryan Chaud Muse Mrs Mart Massey

Mr and Mrs Joe Crawford Name Daughter Linda Kay

Mr and Mrs Joe Crawford are the parents of a girl they have named Linda Kay. The birth adds a new family member to the local community.

Joe Crawford Linda Kay

Six Arrests Made By Police Tuesday

Six persons were arrested Tuesday by city police. One paid a $10 fine and action on the other five followed. Three were turned to the city county health department for treatment. One arrest lacked a formal complaint and the man was released. Another was held for investigation and released hours later.

Alva Rejects Charter Plan in Special Election

Alva Oklahoma voters rejected a proposed charter form of government 379 to in a special election held yesterday.

ALVA Okla

Estimate of four thousand for train visitors

A conservative estimate places 4000 people passing through the Oklahoma Industrial exhibit on Tuesday. Ada Chamber of Commerce secretary-manager Keith Marshall says the final tally will likely exceed 4000 when counts are completed in a few days. Attendees from Okmulgee Weoka Seminole Sulphur Tulsa McAlester toured the exhibit.

Oklahoma Keith Marshall Ada Chamber of Commerce Okmulgee Wewoka Seminole Sulphur Tishomingo Coalgate McAlester East

Bill Would Open Way To U S Citizenship For Kravchenko

A House judiciary subcommittee approved a bill to grant U S citizenship to Victor A Kravchenko former Soviet official who renounced communism He argues for protection and possible citizenship after two years and 30 days once law takes effect Mundt and Toudert praised his service while Celler questioned if he is a spy and noted FBI surveillance data

Bill U.S Kravchenko Russia Washington House Victor A. Kravchenko Senate American Activities Committee United States Judiciary Group Red Toudert R-Ny Mundt R-Sd Rep Celler D-Ny FBI

Local Socials and Obituary Notices Reach Konawa Area

Mr and Mrs E W Williams and Mr and Mrs R L C Farish hosted guests including James L Williams and son Charles from Oklahoma City over the weekend. Dr H M Reeder remains hospitalized at Valley View. Funeral services for Press Harris were held in Sasakwa with burial at Wamoosa. several Konawa residents attended.

E. W. Williams R. LC. Farish James L. Williams Charles Oklahoma City Press Harris Sasakwa Bro. Cotham Wewoka Wamoosa Odd Fellows Konawa Willie Tucker, Sr F. L. Houston Jack Harris Elva Merrill Forrs Clarence Rover Raymond Walker R. D. Farish

Farish and Gardner Visitors in Ada

Tfr and Mrs R D Farish and Mrs Robert Gardner were in Ada Tuesday night visiting.

Tfr R. D. Farish Robert Gardner Ada

Borens Visit Wewoka as Mother-in-Law Feels Ill

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Boren and family visited his parents in Wewoka Monday night. Mrs. M. L. Boren has been ill for several weeks.

Henry Boren M. L. Boren Wewoka

Business trip to Oklahoma City by Arlie Collins and Arlee

Arlie Collins and Arlee traveled to Oklahoma City on Wednesday for a business engagement. They visited offices, met local contacts, and discussed plans for upcoming negotiations.

Arlie Collins Arlee Oklahoma City

Mrs Di Long Rushed to Ada After Sudden Illness

Mrs Di Long fell ill suddenly and was rushed to Ada for treatment on Tuesday.

di Long Ada

Mrs Clyde Prewitt and Virginia Dionne Visit Relatives

Mrs Clyde Prewitt and her daughter Virginia Dionne visited her parents Mr and Mrs Mark Smith and other relatives last week.

Clyde Prewitt Virginia Dionne Mark Smith

Lightning strikes trolley car injuring 18 in Pittsburgh

A shaft of lightning blasted through the top of a crowded trolley car during rush hour in Pittsburgh injuring 18 people two seriously. Passengers, blinded by glare, fought to escape the smoke filled car as two women were trampled. Witness W T Plough, 56, described a twelve inch fire streak and a heat like a blow torch with sulphur fumes.

Pittsburgh W. T. Plough

Man Could Lift 240000 Pounds if As Strong as an Ant

This observational note estimates a human lifting capacity by scaling strength to size, suggesting a man would lift about 240000 pounds if proportionate to an ant. It uses a thought experiment to illustrate relative strength.

Aging Otoe Tells Story Of Tribe

William Burgess, 77, touted as the Otoe-Missouri Indian tribe's oldest member, appeals for compensation for 43,000,000 acres of lands taken by the federal government. He traced his people's forced moves from Iowa Minnesota to Nebraska and finally to Indian Territory in Oklahoma as attorneys prepare filings with the Indian Claims Commission seeking over 3 million dollars.

Okl Homa City William Burgess Burgess Indian Territory Red Rock Okla Indian Claims Commission Iowa- Minnesota Nebraska Nebraska - Kansas Oklahoma

Truman Faces Credits Move

President Truman weighs extending wartime credit controls as Congress debates ending or extending the regulations. House action ends controls immediately. Senate proposal would extend to December 31 with up to 20 percent down and up to two years for installments.

Washington Truman Congress House Federal Reserve Board Marriner S. Eccles Senate

4-H Record and Judging Workshops Held Here

More than 100 Pontotoc county 4-H members attended a Tuesday school at the First Baptist church on 4-H record books. A crop judging and identification session is set for Thursday with a terracing class Friday. Robert Woodward will lead the judging, and C. V. Phagan will oversee terracing instruction at the county agent’s office.

Pontotoc County First Baptist Church Lester Smith Martha Mote Robert Woodward Extension Agronomist C. V. Phagan

Allen WMU Picnic and Royal Service Program

Allen W M U held a Tuesday night picnic supper at the Baptist church as fellowship hour before the Royal Service program. Mrs. Fred Page, president, opened the meeting with talks by Mrs. George McDow and others on China's needs and problems.

Allen W. M. U The Baptist Church Fred Page Willard Wright R. S George McDow Harry Barnes Jack Hammonds W. D. Barnes, Jr Page W. D. Barnes China McDow George Henry Wright Beverly Kent H. D. Harbeson H. D. Jr Neil

Also Mentioned on This Page

Aeke V.&. Rinda A. Rushing, Et al June Fleming Willie Brown Et Es Ada A Noel County OF Lecil Ellen Hayes Plaintiff Tena Thomas Stout Brown Lizzie Andatubby Nee Grayson James Brown Jimmy Underwood Nancy Lewis Lankford and Atubby Ian Lloyd Jackson Lewis D. D. Brunson Lonzo Stout Viola Pettigrew Ada Lee Isaac William Isaac, JR Minnie Billie Nee Thomas Etla Florence Sweet Ella Florence Sweet Florence Sweet Dorothy Greenwood Marie Pettigrew Oscar Pettigrew Ida Anoatubby Capes Es Tek Abner Anoatubby Arch Petigrew Maggie Miller Nee Grayson Eases Bae Willian Isaac, Jr Annie Mae Brown Annie Mae Underwood Dorothy Lee Brown Dorothy Lee Underwood Lillie Joan Brown Lillie Joan Underwood Betty Jane Brown Betty Jane Underwood Thompson and Braly L. H. Green, Ada Blue Valley Baptist Church Lankford Andatubby Lankford James W. Cooper Ada Reed Henry Burrow, JR Irvin Cravatt Joe H. Sherwood Joe Huling Sherwood South Cherry Busby, Harrel and Trice American Building Rhoda Marion Sherwood Executrix Busby, Harrell & Trice Thompson & Braly President Truman L. H. Green Ada, Oklahoma Petitioner Vanoss News Bill Baker Vanette Ed Wheeler Dorothy Billy Byford Mona Standridge Walker Home Nat Hilton Bowlegs Laraine Bickham Carolyn Auten Vaness High School Adams County Farm Oakman News U. S Leo L. Allen Illinois John Bear E. G. Plumlee Waurika Mrs. Plumlee Jimmie A. Reed Powells Forge Eisenmann Biltmore H. M. Reeder Otoe Francis M. LE May Allen Wmu
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