ASCS Seeks Immediate Help To Fight State Grasshoppers
The Oklahoma State office of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service seeks 1.5 million dollars in aid to control a severe grasshopper outbreak. Officials warn the insects threaten cropland and rangeland, risking wind and water erosion and future higher costs, urging timely action to curb eggs and future infestations.
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ASCS
Oklahoma
The
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
John W. Goodwin
Goodwin
Oklahoma Ascs
Absentee ballots offered for August 22 state primary
Pontotoc County Election Board secretary O R Jackson urged voters to apply now for absentee ballots for the August 22 primary. Eligible groups include those away from the county, physically incapacitated voters, and military personnel and dependents overseas using Department of Defense Form 76. Deadline to apply is August 16 and to return is August 22. Contact Ada County Courthouse at 13th and Edwy, phone 332-4534.
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Europe
O.R. Jackson
Pontotoc County
County Election Board
Department of Defense
13Th & Edwy
Ada
Funding Sought to Fix Pontotoc County Bridges
Third District Commissioner Johnnie Boring seeks state and federal aid through the Hardship Bridge Program to replace two hazardous Pontotoc County bridges near Dolberg and Fitzhugh. The plan would cover 30 percent state funds and 70 percent federal funds, with required steel or concrete structures and alignment changes. If approved, construction would take one to two years after funding, with high traffic and weight limits driving urgency.
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Blue River
Wingard Dairy
Fitzhugh
Stephen Hillman
Pontotoc County
Johnnie Boring
Boring
Dolberg
Rock Creek
Wingard
Colberg
Lonnie Manuel
Billy Joe McNair
Time limits set on filing Indian claims in trust lands
Congress enacted a statute setting a filing deadline for money damage claims by Indians or tribes. April 1, 1980, is the last date for cases on lands held in trust or restricted status. Claims based on events before July 18, 1966, are barred unless the U.S. sues before April 1, 1980, while events after July 18, 1966, require filing within six years and 90 days after the right to sue first existed. Current claims may proceed if requirements are met. Muskogee Area BIA Rights Protection Office handles cases, with district contact Dan McDole in Ardmore. The statute covers actions where the U.S. may sue under its trust responsibility to protect Indian property rights.
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Congress
U.S
New County Term Sought By Stephens
Lloyd Stephens announces candidacy for re election as Pontotoc County Treasurer, a post he has held eleven years. He notes ten years as deputy, Ada High School graduate, World War II veteran, and a strong collection record, asking for votes and support to continue high standards in the office.
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Lloyd Stephens
Pontotoc
Ada High School
Oklahoma
Pontotoc County
Camp Simpson A Longstanding Scout Hub in Johnston County
Camp Simpson near Bromide is among the oldest and smallest state scout camps, covering about 100 acres. The Arbuckle Area Council oversees Scouts from Pontotoc, Johnston, Atoka, Coal and surrounding counties. A 50 year study highlights needs for more acreage and new structures to continue attracting campers.
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Stephen Hillman
Camp Simpson
Johnston County
Simpson
Glen M. Smith
Arbuckle Area
Boy Scouts of America
Bromide
Tion
Frank Phillips
Pontotoc
Johnston
Atoka
Coal Counties
Harry Miller
Pontotoc Area
Conservancy District
Smith
Witch’s Hole
Delaware Creek
Arbuckle
J. Arvil Hickman
Henry Miller District
Ada Boy Scout Organization
The
Ada Community Chest
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Muskogee Area
Rights Protection Office
Bureau of Indian Affairs
BIA
Superitendent
Dan McDole
P.O. Box
Ardmore
Stephens
Casper Duffer
East Central University
W. Harvey Faust
Pontotoc Area Council
ECU
John Fitts
Norma Maytubby
Scout Council
Phillips Founda
Arbuckle Area Council
Pontotoc, Johns, Atoka, Coal, Carter, Marshall, Love, Murray and
Garvin Counties
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