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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1972
Page
4
The author argues humans must live with nature and avoid building on flood plains. Repeated floods, wildfires, and landslides show that high risk development invites losses. Dunes, watersheds, and rural green belts offer protection, even if less profitable. The piece warns of a persistent cycle of risk, denial, and complacency.
A court held a suburban nightclub liable for a dancer’s injuries after chairs were positioned on the edge of the dance floor, stating public venues must maintain safe conditions. It contrasted a separate case where a slick floor was not blamed, and another case where intoxicated behavior was deemed contributory negligence.
The speaker, a clergyman, reflects on how others react to his faith. Some see him as an obvious barrier or cue insincerity, while others seek guidance. Many speak cautiously, and signs of Christian commitment are scarce beyond collars or pins.
Fragmented text blends a fond poem about following a father with sermons on genuine discipleship. It stresses that true Christianity rests on love and inner depth, not outward signs or badges. Readings cite 1 John and Ephesians to argue love leads and defines faithful living.
The House approved a 20 million dollar authorization to create a national institute of aging within the NIH and to fund mental health facilities for seniors, aiming to better understand aging and slow its effects. The measure, passed 380 to 10, shifts federal focus to elderly health needs.
A reflective piece discusses the variety of headaches as a metaphor for life stress and the difficulty of judging reactions. It contrasts public fuss over symptoms with the real strain of employment today, noting qualities like loyalty and cooperation matter more than sheer ability for lasting success.
Three men were elected to the Oklahoma Bandmaster Association Hall of Fame at the annual convention in Tulsa this week. The award honors distinguished service to instrumental music education in Oklahoma and is chosen by the OBA Board of Directors. Recipients include J. Austin Kidwell, Ada elementary band teacher. Dr Milbury, instrumental director at Phillips University Enid. and Hiram Henry, instrumental director of OSU Stillwater.
Stonewall notes report a baby boy birth for Mr. and Mrs. Davey Johnston with great grandmother Mrs. Birtie Moran. Local visits include Ada residents Ellen Jo Tharp and Oran Kerr families while church attendance is listed across area congregations.
Local residents report visits and travels among family and friends across Oklahoma and nearby states. Highlights include J D Butler trip to Hurst Texas, Ada side walk sale trip, Sheridan Arkansas visitors to Bunyard and Laseman households, and Carl Thompson kin from Moore. Several family moves recorded, hospital stays noted at Valley View Hospital, and Extension Homemakers Council meeting with Chaplain elected.
F C Bud Jones announces candidacy for County Commissioner District 2 citing eight years experience in county government and a background in business and machinery. He points to 47 miles of hard surfaced roads and seven bridge structures built during prior service and urges support to allocate highway funds to benefit more residents. Jones emphasizes familiarity with district residents and a record of road improvement while asking for votes.
Mary Lalemans report lists Vera Lanham Anders and Car Boles of Pittsburg visiting Rae Garrett and family in ROFF ROFF. Visitors from Ulysses Kaw include Cheryle Sue McGill, Shanna, and Roger. Rae Garrett hosted Saturday with C P Wallace en route to town. Other nearby visits include Thomas and Garretts, Reed family, Matheny and Kirkland families with church attendance and a 3.4 pound fish.
Speaker Carl Albert announced the Rural Electrification Administration approved a 733000 loan to the People’s Electric Cooperative in Ada. The loan will serve 833 consumers across 11 counties and fund extensive system improvements and 52 miles of new distribution lines.
Mrs Clive Robertson presided at the Pickett Extension Home makers Club meeting at Mrs B Duncan home. The program focused on salads with Mrs Duncan teaching preparation and service. Anita Summers attended as a guest among the listed members.
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