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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1956
Page
10
James F. Byrnes calls a government bureau nearly immortal while arguing bureaus are merely divisions of the executive branch with delegated authority. Public distrust stems from ignorance privilege denial inefficiency and bureaucrats arrogance as statemen note vast government complexities.
The author contrasts anger with constructive response and urges readers to advance in science. He notes anger's physical echoes of fear and questions its productive value. He urges resisting nostalgia and commits to improving math and physics for the next generation.
The piece notes doubt about the 1956 presidential primaries and predicts surprises at the Democratic convention around the fourth ballot, summarizing a cautious mood about the race and potential ballot dynamics.
The writer notes a lack of attention to a matter involving Monte Carlo and jokes that marrying a prince risks losing public visibility, implying media neglect of the issue and the prominence of royal associations.
Nostalgic note recalls Paul Waner and Big Poison in East Central sports lore as modern Pirates surge in the National League. The writer hints at Ponca City connections and Fred Clarke’s early 1900s influence, linking past and present baseball prestige in Pittsburgh.
James H. Robertson 17 son of Mr and Mrs George E Robertson Route 2 Ada has been accepted for the U S Marine Corps and flown to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Calif He is a former Ada High School student and enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve for two years extended active duty.
When planning Swiss steak stew meat pie or pot roast remember that these less tender cuts retain the same high nutritive value as popular roasts and steaks.
Trader Mills and Wilson and Co launch a local egg collection and grading scheme. A cooling room is under construction to store eggs before thrice weekly pickups to Oklahoma City Tulsa and other markets. About 3 000 birds pledged. trial aims at year round premium pricing and growth in demand.
National averages set 1956 crop rates. cotton 15 cents per pound and wheat 1.20 per bushel. Secretary Benson warns against rushing yield based payments and notes the program may be experimental with changes to be announced before 1957. Local ASC offices urge farmers to wait for proper instructions as negotiations continue.
Maloy guards a small cotton patch near the courthouse as boll weevils reportedly roam the area. He claims the insects eye the plants and may probe the town, while observers describe the scene with wary humor.
Pontotoc County 4 H youth achievements are listed with several placings. Jimmy Ross of Pickett finished second in state for an individual rat control demonstration. David Calvert and Harold Nolen of Byng took second in state for a team egg marketing demonstration. James McDaniel of Fitzhugh placed fourth in state in an appropriate clothing contest earning a $10 cash award. Mie and Jerald Barton of Fitzhugh were sixth in state for a livestock conservation team demonstration. Frank Patton of McLish earned second in district for a timely speech. Mike Lucas of Fitzhugh won first in district for an illustrated lecture and the district Bankers Award wrist watch.
The Game Division Chief invites sportsmen to write with their ideas on the proposal. Letters will help Stanphill form recommendations to the Oklahoma Game and Fish Commission. Address: Game Division, Oklahoma Game and Fish Department, 118 State Capitol, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Invitations mailed for a Alumni Meets banquet sponsored by Latta Home Demonstration Club. Mrs. Walter Smith of Latta Road Ada asks those who did not receive an invite to contact her. Attendees should wear sport shirts and print dresses matching the Hawaiian theme. reservations due by June 30 with Mrs. Smith.
Bebee notes 40 in Sunday School at Camp Ground Free Will Baptist Church with Mrs Mildred Hudson visiting. Various local visits and gatherings listed include families from Ada Ardmore Durant Roff and Carnegie, with multiple residents hosting dinners and spending weekends with relatives. Reverend Scott Jones led morning and evening services. Youth fellowship plans Ada church visit. numerous household guests recorded.
Stanley Crawley and family of County Line vacationing in Grand Rapids Michigan for about a week. Sherry Scott and grandparents visited, alumni banquet attended by Ada area residents at Vaness. Wayne Tyler of Ada stayed with A L Cape family. Bud Horton and family visited Ada friends. Bobby and Rosa Lee Snow of Stonewall visited the Cape home. Jackie Mosely of Ada joined a Wells visit. Richard Newby of Pierson spent Sunday with the Newby family.
Tend funeral services for their brother Haskell Kite who died Saturday evening at Veterans Hospital in Oklahoma City. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. P. P. Kite of this community.
Miss Patricia and Karen Dun can of Worstell visited Mrs. H L Corvin on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Cris Roberts with Tony and Kay spent Sunday night with Mr and Mrs Ray Roberts, Pam and Ricky.
Charles Pedersen of Vanoss is spending the week with his grandmother, Mrs. J. G. Bennitt.
Miss Dona Kaye Scott attended the Youth Fellowship meeting at the Free Will Baptist Church in Oakman Saturday night.
Miss Deloris Cape spent the past week in the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Pierce and their Ardmore family.
Family of County Line were Thursday night guests of Mrs. Crawley s mother Mrs J G Bennett and Stanley. Mr and Mrs Leslie Perry and Sondra of Ada were visitors of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Jonda and children.
Mrs. Bill Phelps of Ada spent Thursday with Mrs. Sybil Collins and Mrs. Nora Roper. Mr. and Mrs. Barney Estes of Ada and Mr. and Mrs. George Detherage of Center visited Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hightower.
Mr. and Mrs. Preston Hood and family of Alma visited Mrs. Allie Hood for Memorial Day. Dewey Brinlee of Lawrence joined Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Boyd for Sunday evening calls. Karl Tilley and son Gerald attended a baseball game at Byng Tuesday night.
Mrs J K Smith attended funeral services for her cousin Tom Booker of Norman. Mr and Mrs Farrel Jones of Ada were supper guests of Mrs Gracie Hayes Wednesday night. Paul Sellars of Ada visited Tuesday night in the M C Hood home.
Clifton Arizona guests Mr and Mrs Dave Holloway and family are visiting Mr and Mrs G C Holloway during a vacation. Larry Newby spent Monday afternoon with Dennis McDonald. Everett Hurley and family from Oklahoma City stayed the weekend with T L Hurley Sr and also visited Mrs Hurley at Adelles Convalescent Home. Bess Roberts of Ada and Luman Roberts of Los Angeles were weekend guests of Ray Roberts Pam and Ricky.
Mrs. J. W. Dinwiddie of Old Glory Texas Mrs. Evelyn Thompson of Bristow Mrs. Myrtle Teel of Jones Chapel and Mrs. Inez Cassidy of Wilson visited and had lunch with Mrs. Jewel Boyd on Tuesday.
Guests from Graham and County Line called on Mr. and Mrs. George Collins and Mrs. Nora Roper Wednesday. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Charley Crow, Mrs. Loretta Kite, Danny and Charles from Graham, and Mr. and Mrs. Rayford Blankenship of County Line.
Mr. and Mrs. Joy Roberts and Carolyn visited Saturday night with Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Cape in a social gathering.
Mrs Hazel Newby and Ronnie visited Saturday morning with Mr and Mrs W B Brecheen of Maxwell.
Mr and Mrs Homer Mercer with Ricky and Mike of Fort Worth are visiting Mrs Gracie Hayes in Ada for a two week vacation. Frank Haggard of Ada spent Sunday with Pete Atkeson and family. Lucille Teel and boys visited M M McDonald and Dennis on Thursday night. Melvin Newby visited Oma Ward at Creels Convalescent Home in Ada.
The Bebee Home Demonstration Club did not meet on its regular date and will convene Monday June 11. All members are urged to attend.
Mr and Mrs Mark McDonald and Dennis visited and had supper with Mr and Mrs Houston Cape and family of Union Hill Monday night.
Larry Newby spent Saturday with Benny and Glen Jones, sharing time and conversation in a social gathering. The trio enjoyed casual activities and camaraderie during the day.
Government trap forms seen with Mr. Camp surveying the Leslie Perry farm on Tuesday where wolves have begun to overrun the land and cause livestock losses. Mrs. Karl Tilley and Carlton Lee visited Tuesday morning with
Miss Donna Kaye Scott was Tuesday night guest of Miss Berlene Meek. The meeting included light refreshments and neighborhood chat at the host’s home.
Mr and Mrs H L Corvin visited Saturday afternoon with Mr, the item notes a brief social call and mentions attendees and location in concise fashion.
Mrs Eva Marie Elmore of Shafter and Kenneth Kite of Fresno are in town for an event. The brief note lists their names and origins with no further details.
Sunday guests at the Earlin Haskins home included Euel Haskins and Diana of Ada, Clyde Haskins and family of Cushing, T. Hood and Ann and Wanda Jean, plus Wesley May and his son, also of Ada.
Gene Lung president of Pontotoc County League of Young Democrats chapter was removed from office but later exonerated on key charges. The Ada session found no grounds for dismissal for Lung or Wooten while censuring Senator Glenn C. Collins for actions tied to a faulty membership list and funds.
Mr and Mrs Grover Tyree and Mr and Mrs Homer Mercer entertained friends. Ricky and Mike were Tuesday at W H Hightowner. Kirby Lee Tilley is ill with the flu this week. Mrs M E Booth and Mrs Paul Tucker of Oil Center visited Wednesday with Mrs Vernon Scaff.
Charges of driving while intoxicated were filed in county court Wednesday against Homer George. He was arraigned and pleaded not guilty with bond set at $500. Frank M. Smith of the city police signed the complaint. George was arrested at the intersection of Eighth and Cherry while reportedly driving a 1953 Chrysler sedan under the influence.
Raymond Lee Phillips of Mountain View California pled guilty to speeding at night before Peace Justice Wilbur P. Lee. He paid a $15 fine plus court costs. State Trooper H. T. Gay investigated. Sam Sealy faces reckless driving charges with Maggie Williams as the informing witness, in the 1000 block on West Sixth.
Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Newby and Larry visited Sunday night with friends, sharing a quiet evening at a local home. The gathering reflected a casual family moment in a neighborhood setting.
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