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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1950

Page

7

Notice of Final Account and Probate Hearing in Estate

In the matter of the estate of Lucy Bemore deceased the county court will hear the administrator Melton on final account and petition for distribution and discharge on June 2 at 10:00 A M in the county court room. Persons interested may appear and show cause why the account should not be approved and the estate discharged. May 31 1909. Judge McKrown seal.

Melton Lucey Bemore Thurway Ada Lucy Walt Seale Mekriown

Welch Denounces Waste of Funds By Legislature

Welch, a Union Valley resident, seeks Place No 2 in the Pontotoc county legislature. He condemns special legislation and high prices, pledging to study bills and oppose tax increases while cutting salaries deemed excessive and stopping government waste. He emphasizes funding teachers and students while reducing payrolls and repealing unnecessary laws.

Welch Union Valley Pontotoc County John Mary Mr. Welch

Meeting Cancelled In Indian Meet and Maytubby Washington Visit

An Indian meeting set for Monday June 4 is canceled due to conflicts with other engagements. The Chickasha Choctaw session is rescheduled for a later date and Governor Floyd Maytubby will speak on development during his Washington trip.

Floyd Maytubby Washington, B.C

Oklahoma VY F W Convention Near Tulsa

The Oklahoma VFW convention nears Tulsa with the Quinhoma encampment gathering veterans of foreign wars for three days starting Friday. A distinguished panel announced by Jess Larson includes Frank Helton, LE Lot] Jey, and A. Al Wilder, while Raymen Tasmas of Tulsa presides over the closing session and officer elections.

Tulsa Okla Quinhoma Veterans of Forenza Jess Larson Hor Pew Cla Washimator Frank Helton Agtnnale FW LE Lot] Jey A. al Wilder Missouri Department Siste Raymen Tasmas Imani

Acheson Returns Encouraged By NATO Progress

Secretary of State Dean Acheson returned from talks in London and said he is encouraged by progress in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and in discussions with foreign ministers. He will brief President Truman and Congress next week on his mission. The State Department reported the Czech government was told to close its New York consulate and the U.S. will shrink its Bratislava staff, while Berlin watches a potential Whitsuntide rally. Soviet officials in Tokyo were replaced by junior officers, prompting Western puzzlement.

Washington Dean Acheson London Truman Acheson North Atlantic Treaty Organization Congress United States State Department Czechoslovaka New York Bratislava Eaech Berlin Whitsuntide Tokyo

Crime Gambling Probe Expands as Senators Press Investigations

Senators McFarland Kefauver and Wiley announced new fronts in the crime and gambling inquiry. They cited possible perjury charges against Frank Erickson and Frank Costello, hinted secret hearings, and alleged external pressures from city organizations seeking to block the probe. The inquiries focus on underworld links and efforts to curb interstate racing information shares.

Washington McFarland D-Apiz U. S Morria Fay Frank Erickson Frank Costello New York Beore McFarland Senate Commerce Erickson and Castella Kefauver D-Tenn Mint Arcong Florida al Capone Wiley ¢R-Wis

Checker Tourney at Sulphur Planned in Platt Park

The annual checker tournament, to be held in Platt National Park this August, will offer tripled prizes for classes A and B. Entrants from any state may enter. J H Hutchin leads the event. The slogan "SO in 1980 he" is adopted. Past champions include J H Hutchin, George Shaddin, Gale Rexrade, Vinson Stamphil, and Ed Leister with several others named.

Platt National Park J. H. Hutchin Hutchin George Shaddin Gale Rexrade Vinson Stamphil Loft John Leister Ed Leister George Shaddux J. HE. Burching Iwan Cromer Ivan Cromer Ba Laiguer TSHR Eugene Frazier

Beware itinerant garden help harms plants and soil

A reader warns about roaming gardeners who prune, fertilize poorly and misuse lime. Posts advise testing soil, avoiding lime on most crops, and using proper fertilizer. Guidance covers soil testing, lime application, plant selection like Kenilworth Ivy, and border renewal through division. Henry Pree notes he answers top questions each column.

Quiszing Henry Pree

Million Dollar Road Project Opens in Atoka Bryan Counties

Oklahoma City May 27. A 1 048 million dollar U S Highway 62 improvement in Atoka and adjoining Bryan counties opened for traffic. The route extends 11 612 miles of concrete paving from south of Tushkopicka to Caddo. The new road features seven steel bridges, reduced curves, and enhanced flood clearance, replacing the old line east of the M K T tracks. State Highway Director H E Bailey announced the completion after gravel shoulders were finished and the last sub standard section was eliminated.

Oklahoma City Atoka County Bryan County H. E. Bailey Tushke Picka County Caddo Roger Earl Missouri Tire Texas Line Bailey

Rainbow Division Reunion Scheduled in CULSA Oklahoma

A Rainbow Division reunion for the 42nd is planned in Tulsa Oklahoma May 27 4 weekend. Veterans from Kansas Missouri and Arkansas are expected to attend along with Homer W Gardner of Des Moines who will deliver the principal address. The division was formed in 1917 by Gen Douglas MacArthur and reactivated in 1942.

Culsa Ohla Army G. L's Kansas Missouri Arkansas Homer W. Gardner Des Moines Will Nake Addres National Association Douglas MacArthur

Estie P Henson Receives Air Force Reserve Promotion

Estie P. Henson, a local officer, is promoted from major to lieutenant in the U S Air Forces Reserve. He is a Renton native and former private flier who served overseas in the European theater with a bomber command during World War II.

Estie P. Henson Leutenant Ceiores U. S. Air Forces Reserve Renton United Sates

Dear Sir Critique Over Hospital Treatment of Dallas Family

A clipping claimed Dallas four were not treated at a hospital. The medical staff describe prompt care: Mrs Dickson and three children received emergency attention, sutures for wounds, tetanus vaccinations, a baby formula, and a fractured leg diagnosed. Ambulance transfer to Seminole with family permission was arranged.

Dallas Bonham, Texas E. A. Dicksom Medical & Surgical Hospital

Grand Jury Acts Against Erickson

New York county grand jury returned a 60 count information against Frank Erickson a gambler who testified he earned about 100000 a year from gambling enterprises He is charged with conspiracy and bookmaking The information covers 1930 to 1950 and names Harry Richards as a co conspirator but not a defendant Richards is held as a major witness on 100000 bail.

New York Frank Erickson Senate Insmnt Frank S. Hegan Hogan Harry Richards Richards Iterzal Witnese

West German border unrest as 200 try to cross

Swarms of West German police rushed to border points as 20 000 East Berlin demonstrators head home after Whitsun protests. At Helmstedt 600 communists breached the border before submitting at the railway station. Luebeck law enforcement faces 7 000 squatters and clashes with police as 2 000 to 3 000 officers guard the border. East zone police aid blueshirts with food while West German crowds jeer and protest.

Helmstedt Germany East Berlin Luebeck Pritish Zone Schleswig- Holstein Berlin Stalin East Zone ADN Wilhelm Boeckler Mecklenburg Schleswig-Holstein Ft Hof

Plans Move Along For Red Cross Swimming Program

Red Cross aims to run a two-term summer swim program with four week sessions. Rob DeMoss directs as two four week terms offer attendance options and both terms may be joined. Five full time staff lead beginner to senior lifesaving with additional instructors. Four local staff attend the National Aquatic School in Texas for training.

Red Cross Rob DeMoss Red Cross National Aquatic School Camp Fern Marstall Tex Bob DeMoss Mort Comer Roy Franklin Leo Dirtemore AM Four Cquity DeMoss Hest Glenwood Pool Comer Frankiire Aram T Country Club Dittemere Rye Country Club Cere

Speedy Trial For Japs In Tokyo Attack

Eight Japanese accused of attacking American soldiers at a Communist rally in Tokyo faced a recessed trial that resumed after midnight. Prosecution reviewed motion pictures of the plaza assault as guards manned entrances and demonstrators urged public access and immediate releases. If convicted, the defendants could receive up to ten years in prison and fines up to 204 dollars each.

Tokyo Imperial Plaza Schoed Ith Dowtown MacArthur Msj Charles A. Willoughby Japan Communist Party Berlin Roy Art Eiichi Tanaka

Bookcases and Small Cabinets For More Kitchen Space

If pantry space is tight, use an unpainted bookcase painted to match kitchen decor. Paint shelves light, outside dark, line with cabinet paper, and store cans and jars. Consider two small cabinets to clear space after meals or store prepared foods for easy access. Add graduate shelves in a laundry closet and door hooks for small items.

Sue Gardner Kovan

Army Recruiting Notice Mentions Yankee Game Details

Fragmentary OCR notes reference recruiting sergeant William J.Donaldson and a Yankees game against St. Louis at the Yankee Stadium. The garbled text lists numbers and a name at the bottom, likely indicating a roster or sale. The readable elements point to a military recruitment snippet tied to a baseball event.

Newars WN. I Damon XN. J William J. Donaldson Wodey Cnx St. Loui Denndsone Deis York- Bare

Charles Carmack Named East Central's Most Useful Student

Charles Carmack of Guthrie was chosen as the 1950 most useful student at East Central State College and received the S Q Award at May 25 commencement. He is active in Student Council, Who's Who, biology, and the Oklahoma Academy of Science. plans include a plaque dedication in the Administration building.

Charles Carmack E.C Ada Guthrie East Central State College S & Q Clothiers Stuent Vie Charles Biology Club Te College Oklahoma Academy of Science State Academy Enid Guthrie High School Medical Department United States Navy Exist Central Razer Blank Carmack Conche

This Week Winding Up Census Call If You're Uncounted

Ada residents are urged to re check census participation as the 1950 count winds up. Families missed by tabulators can still be added to Ada and Fontotoc county rolls for the next ten years and should call Tel 453 for follow up.

Ada Fontotoc

Marriages Reported In Three Oklahoma Couples

Richard Robinson aged 23 of Okishawa City wed Juanita Sailers 18 of Oklahoma City. H O Harbeson 13 of Allen married Dora Howe 16 of Allen. George A Erwin 12 of Ada wed Mrs Susie Hair 68 of Ada.

Richard Robinson Okishawa City Juanita Sailers Oklahoma City Allen Dora Howe George A. Erwin Ada Susie Hair

Mother of National Flag Day dies at 75 in Manhattan

Laura B. Prisk known as the mother of National Flag Day died of heart disease at her Manhattan home. The New York resident urged making June 14 a national holiday. Survived by husband Enos J. Blur and two daughters.

New York Laura B. Prisk Davy Manhattan Pennsylvania Enos J. Blur Entra Smith

Gardeners Have Difficulty With Weather

Weekend gardeners battle unpredictable spring weather while tending crops and ornamental greens. The article highlights lettuce varieties, including oak leaf and Bibb, plus spinach and beet greens. it also shares two recipes Wilted Lettuce with Scallions and Beet Greens with Sour Cream, with steps and yields.

Louisiana

Battery Weekends On Firing Range Ardmore

Heavy rains could not dampen the morale of HQ Btry 172d Field Artillery at Ardmore as 65 enlisted men and eight officers trained on the mine and pistol range. They traveled by truck, endured a Sunday downpour, and learned the value of trenching tents. The highlight was the field kitchen food, especially pork chops and chicken fried steak, prepared by Mess Sgt. Ted Creager and his team for the new recruits.

Field Artillery Ardmore Ted Creager Mens

Andrews Announces New Partner After Birth of Son

Philip W. Andrews added a new partner in his electrical appliance business after the birth of his first child with Mrs. Andrews. A sign reading Its A Boy Phil Andrews & Son appeared in the shop before closing for the day. The note suggests future family involvement in the business.

Philadelphia Philip W. Andrews

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lucy Beno More Totoc County State OF Oklahoma Wiliam W. O'Neal Ola FE William W. O'Neal Olaf & O'Neal Fred Ane Draws First National Oklahoma Dave Herent O'Neal Fred Andrews N. A Miami Henry Free NEA Atoka-Bryan Counties Rainbow Division Hospital Ada Evening News Ada, Okla Rely Smee KC Willims, & D. Aaa Erickson S&q Fine Scholastic T. G. Wright Helen Wright U.S Edith M. Barber General Features Corp Btry
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