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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1951

Page

3

Patricia Ainn Shaw Finishes Degree At Central

Patricia Ainn Shaw completes work toward a bachelor of arts degree at Central. She entered in 1948 and is noted as a leader in school activities. Shaw served in various clubs and sororities and played football during her senior year.

Patricia Ainn Shaw Peris Central Onl Miss Shaw Darce Club Konawa Hishset Bre Sororit Gusta Eigat

Wynnewood Graduate Roxie Surface Earns Summer Degree

Roxie Surface of Wynnewood earned a B S degree at Fas Center in July. She pursued two semesters toward honors and taught for a year at Ma Sve UE, later teaching and operating Sierra Villa Courts with contractor partner Mr. Surface.

Roxie Surface Wynnewood Mes Surface Ererel Ea Central Fae SaTurg Central State Calleze Thas Prurth Crede Artarce Sierra Villa Surtase Surface Minge

Holleyman Named Indian Group Vice Chief in Prep for July

Holleyman, a degree senior, is reported as Indian Group Vice-Chief and prepares for a July college consult. He studies biology and has a major and minor in related fields, with G.B.E.D. tests completed. He arrived at Central College in 1959 and has since engaged in football and baseball.

Deudas Muskogee B.S Ey Jocco Central College Stat College

Mrs Hunter to Graduate This Week in Ada

Mrs Sarah Watocns Hunter of Ada will complete degree work for a bachelor of science in elementary education this week and plans to teach in Kansas and Oklahoma. She is daughter of Mrs J Mathews and the late Rev Mathews, pioneer Baptist minister of Arkansas. She will make her home with her sister at 400 West Sixteenth Street Ada.

Sarah Watocns Hunter Ada East Central Seach Hunter Hora East Tral Kansas Oklahor J. Mathews Ee End Mathews

Bob Gene Hill Summer Graduate at East Central

Bob Gene Hill, a summer graduate at East Central, completed work and earned freedom to graduate after years of study. The text references various fragments, including Okham branch and Panio tal autor, but the readable facts center on Hill's status as a summer graduate and his association with East Central.

Bob Gene Hill East Central Bob Ger Hill Okham Panoa Tals Botby Lucian

Stratford News Birthday Outing and Visits Across Town

The Stratford News reports birthdays celebrated for Howell and Mr. Austin with a Sulphur outing. Charley Austin’s daughter visited a sister in Valley View Hospital. Relatives and friends from Glen and Oke area attended gatherings, with several families sharing news of trips, returns, and health. Widespread visits include the Smiths, Bundys, Reed family, and others across Strato rd area, noting travel to Tex and Gros ton.

J. E. Howells Dee Howell Mr. Austin Charliea Austin Charley Austin Es & Valley View Hospital Pee Harmilton Pat Balenstine Arillo Tex Jackie Jon Gus Aulphur Jaes Esds Mac Dent Oke Bundy J. al Ed Kennedy T. D. Tammie

Catton Returns to Finish College After War Service

A. D. Catton plans to resume his education after wartime duty with the Seventh Cavalry and the Thirty-ninth or related units. He intends to teach or pursue college work, continuing his degree and career plans, while noting his graduation timeline and influenced by service.

A. D. Catton

Drive Without License Charge in Ada Court

A charge of driving without a driver's license was filed Monday in the Charles Floyd justice of the peace court at Talmadge. Sylvester Hood was arrested Saturday by Highway Patrolman Hen Vani Arsdeil, about ten miles north of Ada on State Highway 99. Hood entered a plea at arraignment Tuesday and paid fines and costs totaling 34.

Charles Floyd Offhe Peace Court Talmadge Sylvester Hood Hood Hen Vani Arsdeil Ada

Unheralded Visitor on Canadian Tour Sparks Brac and Montreal Ties

An unnamed visitor in Montreal is meeting with Canadian officials during an informal tour. The encounter highlights ongoing Brac minister relations and potential informal exchanges between Canada and Montreal.

Montreal Es St. 2

Mrs Henderson to Receive Degree Thursday

Roxi¢ White Henderson to receive the bachelor of science degree with ruling at East Central College. She majors in homemaking education and home economics, from Fort Towson High School. She entered Southeastern State College in 1924 and married Fred A. Henderson in Choctaw County. They live at Fifteenth Street in Ada and have a daughter.

Roxi¢ White Henderson East Central Talinge Henderson Goeciatus Fort Towson Southeastern State College Fred A. Henderson Choctaw Ada

Mrs Laney Set for August Degree in 1948 Class

Mrs Laney will receive her degree in August as part of the 1948 class. She graduated from high school in 1948 and was active in clubs at the Concords home group and other clubs. The notice notes her achievements and preparation for state competition at Muskogee and Rock Creek, with plans to reside in Coalzone.

Laney Hang Econt R Tval Item High School Conins Tate Muskogee Senee Coalzate

Kathryn Waller Graduates From East Central Degree

Kathryn R Wallets, a bathelor student at East Central, completes work for her degree. A Tulsa resident, she attended Deauglas Atter slant school and is a graduate of Nuwake high School. She played girls basketball and softball at East Cen and is the daughter of J B Welker Route 1.

Kathryn Bathelor Tulsa Kathryn Hag Bee Easbeen Nuwake High School J.B. Welker

Indians Dance to Please Gods of Health and Weather

Fort Hall Idaho July 28. Indians of the Bannock and Shoshoni tribes perform the sun dance at a circular enclosure dancing from a central pole to the outer wall. The rite seeks health and good weather for the crops. The ceremony continued through the day and ends Monday with feasting to follow.

Fort Hall Idaho Forg Hall

Early Sabotelas and the rise of unemployment in early industrial centers

Fragmentary OCR notes describe English industry from 1611 to 1813, mentioning retired machinists and the attribution of widespread unemployment to technological and industrial shifts. The text is incomplete but points to early labor struggles in English industrial centers.

Antlers News Notes Delayed VFW Post Event

VFW post event postpone from July 29 to July 28 due to opening rights at the trade area. Commander Koei explains the change and notes only a firing squad will conduct the ceremony. ESA sorority raises funds with a pulimator drive and Mrs Bill fund at a cold drink stand in Dorcentage, with Bowes Tamed and BR Axerd promoter officials in Paris switching to autumn plans.

VFW Meshing Payin Sad EL W. Koei Commandaz Tha Tadeo

William Greer Joins July Senior Class at College

William Greer completed all 13 courses and entered college as a senior. Details reference family names, local service, and an ordinance in Enplans, Fran Ang Geonany, with unclear connections to Green Te and Eales.

William Greer Af College Ie Mae Chool Je Greer Eales Krows Her Mr. Green Enplans Fran Ang Geonany

Sam Reunites With Friend After 44 Years

A brief note reports Sam meets John after 44 years. Sam recalls waiting weeks ago and shares mixed feelings about the reunion. An unclear line mentions Ausbern living in Tulsa and a bus ride to Blackburn for a small sum.

Sam John Ausbern Tulsa Blackburn

Konawans in TB Group Offices at Seminole Court

The Konawans in the TB Group Offices approve a new executive secretary and health education program. Mrs. Stephens and Gien Brewer hold leadership roles while Mrs. Streetman joins the executive committee. The health worker will serve Seminole and Pollawatomic on a cost-sharing basis of one third.

Konawa Konayvans Seminole Courtr Association A. 7Phens Gien D. Brewer Frans Streetman Sassk Exeau & Cammites, Association

Pontotoc Countians Asked for Funds to Aid Flooded Areas

Pontotoc County Red Cross chapter chairwoman Miss Sara Boswell asks residents to donate to a national Red Cross appeal aiding flood victims in Kansas Missouri Oklahoma and Texas. With 42,000 affected and 17,000 families needing help, rehabilitation costs may exceed Red Cross funds. Pontotoc County residents are urged to contribute promptly to support relief and shelter efforts.

Pontotoc Sara Boswell Pantotoc County Red Cross Pontotoc County Red Rite Pontatee Fiocc

Jimmy McCurry Wapanucka Senior Graduation News

Jimmy McCurry, Wapanucka High School senior, is set to graduate Thursday. He earns a BA degree in education with study in history and social science and plans a move closer to Durant for work and study opportunities.

Jimmy McCurry Wapanucka Breduate McCurray Durant

Army seeks to arrange Cook’s return to the United States

A convoluted case centers on a former U S Army member who left Germany illegally after discharge. The Army and consular officers plan steps to secure his reentry as he awaits possible travel to Annie and a reunion with Anse Sporer, amid speculation about work and visits.

Ase Fey Mnd Coun Cement Saic Ted U. S Chak Germany Henserman Cook Anse Sporer Annie Soule Anna Homer Wees Acer Pas

Once in a Lifetime in Cranbrook Bridge Hand

Mrs WA Fergie in Cranbrook British Columbia bid seven hearts after a strong twelve hour style hand. She kept composure and navigated the auction to reach a grand contract despite challenging suit signals. The strange deal ended with a remarkable bidding sequence that drew local attention.

Cranbrook B. C WA Fergie Ponta

American syndicate buys Matador and Alamositas ranches in Texas

Lazard Brothers of London leads an American syndicate to acquire Matador Land and Cattle and the Alamositas ranches for about 19 million dollars. The deal secures 99 percent of stock with Britain able to compel the final 1 percent sale. Montana acreage retains mineral rights. the purchase creates a cattle empire exceeding 800000 acres with oil leases on both ranches. No personnel changes expected. management names noted.

Denvee Matador Alamoasitas Texas John Mackenzie Matador Land Company Lazard Brothers Ltd London Montana Malta Mont Mackenzie John Stevens Tex Matador Land & Cattle Company Panhandle Britain Lazard Brothers New York Paris Big Rench Alamositas New Mexico Texas Panhandle Lubbock Oklahoma Matador Company

T H Moore Jr Graduating East Central Education Degree

Thomas Hope Moore Jr of 711 West Sixteenth is in the East Central July 26 graduating class to receive a bachelor of science in education and plans to teach. He attended East Central for all college work, majored in history and government with an English minor, and played drums in the college and Ada High bands. He served in the Army Air Force in World War I four and one half years, earning the Silver Star and battle stars. He is married to Valeta Dentis and they have two children, Laura Ann and Johnny.

East Central Thomas Hope Moore, Jr West Sixteenth Moore Ada High Madre Army Air Force Europe T. H. Moore Valeta Dentis Laura Ann Jehnny

Glennis Abernathy Graduation Sheduled at East Central

Glennis Abernathy of Pauls Valley graduates Thursday as East Central State College holds its summer exercises. She majored in education and has years of teaching in Garvin County at Liberty Beaty and Cottonwood schools. Her mother Mrs W C Todd is noted locally.

Government Has Too Many Desks In Government Stockpiles

Washington July 23 A GSA regional director says the government holds about 11 000 extra desks for which warehouses are jammed He cites urgent postwar orders and anticipated payroll growth as causes and notes June 30 inventory valued at 16 700 000 across 12 supply centers includes desks office machines and cleaning equipment.

Washington William A. Miller General Services Administration GSA Miller Jess Larzon

Early Broom Corn Harvest Underway in Lindsay

The early broom corn harvest is underway in Lindsay with quality good and prices high. Buyers pay up to 510 a ton. H Gabbard predicts early harvest finish soon with late crop peak by August 15. George Akire notes growers still plant broomcorn. crops at all growth stages. Favorable conditions should lead to a strong season.

Lindsay H. Gabbard Lindsay Seed Deter George Akire

Drunk Driving Charges Filed in County Court

Two drunk driving charges were filed Monday in county court against Benton McMillian Scott and James Ken. Scott was arrested by highway patrol near Ada on State Highway 12 and Williams was arrested at about 200 East Main Street. Both pleaded pleadings of quality and were fined $10 plus court costs and surrendered their licenses.

Benton McMillian Scott James Ken Scott Ada Williams East Main Street

McAlester Faces Water Shortage Urgency

McAlester Oklahoma July 24 A critical shortage in the city reservoir spurs City Manager Harold Tippit to seek voluntary water rationing. If it fails within a week a compulsory rationing ordinance may be enacted. Overburdened pumps and hot weather drain the supply. pressure has fallen in parts. Even and odd day watering restrictions advised.

Mcalester Oklo Harold Tippit Tippit

Marriages Reported Involving Several Oklahoma Pairs

Henry C. Scott aged 18 of Rolla Kansas and La Wanda Tipton aged 17 of Konawa wed. Billy Joe Wright 22 of Coalgate married Jewell Hicks 21 of Coalgal. Haskell C. Greenles 22 of Stratford wed Edna Honey 18 of Byars. J C Roland 31 of Stratford married Virgie Roland 33 of Stratford. Harvey Price 55 of Ada wed Cora Kimbrough 33 of Ada.

Henry C. Scott Rolla Kansas la Wanda Tipton Konawa Billy Joe Wright Coalgate Jewell Hicks Coalgal Haskell C. Greenles Stratford Edna Honey Byars J. C. Roland Tor Virgie Roland Harvey Price Cora Kimbrough Ada

Ada Shooting for Big Plant Sparks Keen Competition

Ada faces a major bid for a new industry with rivals in Kansas and Oklahoma. The Ada Chamber warns against overoptimism as J and A, aluminum extrusion firm in Detroit, discusses site needs, gas supply, and tax positions. Oklahoma offers concessions Kansas cannot. The Chamber outlines an active industrial program for the months ahead.

Ron Bailey Ada Chamber of Commerce Ade J. &. Andrew Bohn Aluminum and Brass Company Detroit Ada Aca Kansas Oklahoma Kansas Cities

Lois Doan Brady to Receive Degree Thursday Morning

Lois Doan Brady will receive a B. S. degree with a major in elementary education and a minor in social science. She lives in St Louis Oklahoma and works as a fifth grade teacher. Brady has taught in Oklahoma City and four years in McCurtain County. Her husband Charles Brady is a high school principal. They have two children, Jerry Ray and Sarah Ann. Her degree work includes East Central and Southeastern State College, Durant. At Southeastern she belonged to the Basle Club Government Club and the Choral Club.

Lois Doan Brady East Central Southeastern State College Durant Southeastern Basle Government Club Choral Club

Likes One Thing In Korea the Scenery

Sgt. Jack W. Aubrey son of Mrs Bonnie Otto and grandson of Mr and Mrs M W Aubrey 109 West Fourteenth writes that the scenery is about the only thing he likes about Korea He joined the Air Corps at 16 and recently completed three years service He reenlisted for six years plans a career in the army He arrived in Japan Aug 14 1950 moved to Korea Oct 11 He nearly finished Ada high school before enlisting earned a high school diploma He spent 16 days in Japan at a rest base and returned to an Air Force installation squadron On a 10 day leave to Japan he met several members of the 45th Division he knew in Ada and visited with them for hours.

Jack W. Aubrey Bonnie Otto M. W. Aubrey West Fourteenth Korea Air Corps Army Sm. Aubrey Japan Ada Air Force Aubrey 45Th Division

Hints to motorists on windshield wiper removal

When cleaning the windshield tare should be taken in removing the wiper blade arms to avoid careless handling that may loosen them from the pivot shafts.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Roxie Fas Mrs. Hunter Stratford News Kathryn £. Waller Antlers News ESA Sorority Young Martis Bill Sed BR Axerd Province Fice Konawans TB Group Muskogeean Hom- Giromerc Germar American Syndicate T. H. Moore, Jr Glennis Abernathy Pauls Valley Sgt Jack Aubrey Seer Ade Friends 45Th United Farm Agency United Roscoe L. Chamberlain Main Street Kansas City Missouri Springfield St. Louis Chicago Los Angeles San Francisco
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