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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1955
Page
4
A strong plea for soil conservation argues that the top six inches of earth sustains life and that the planet’s thin topsoil is scarce. It urges gradual, profitable conservation, citing H G Little’s 88 acres and recommending contour plowing and cover crops like sweet clover and vetch as practical, income‑preserving steps.
The piece argues youths differ from elders in life views and habits, so their religion may take a different slant. It cautions against forcing teen beliefs into the exact pattern of elders or biblical figures and notes diversity among adults too.
Weather kept delaying but folks in the community stayed busy cutting and baling hay. Many awaited their turn for baled crops while clouds threatened showers that did not materialize.
Donnie and Donell Duke of Ardmore visited Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Jaquess and family Wednesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Coble of Quinton visited Mrs. Winnie Lorson and Keith Wednesday. Asher, formerly of this community, spent Tuesday with the U. B. Kilpatricks.
Betty Bennett a center spent Thursday with Edwyna Dame. Sondra LeMonier of Ponca City joined Linda and Jo Ann Jaquess as a guest for three days during the past week.
The group stayed in Bennett Hall and reported a wonderful time. The team won blue for their demonstration and Frankie won blue for his timely topic.
Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Sam McNair included Mr and Mrs Ben Morgan of Ada and Ozella Galbreath of Tulsa.
Mrs. Sam McNair visits Mrs. Bill Richardson at Gaar Corner Monday afternoon. Boyd Tye of Muskogee spends the week visiting E. S. Farr and Alfred Sutton. E. S. Farr visits the George Tye family in Muskogee Sunday. Boyd returns home with her.
A reflection on teen faith development notes most converts and ministers begin in adolescence. It cites Josiah as a model of youth-led faith growth guided by older mentors and church support, and it discusses how church fellowship and outreach affect teens who join or are confirmed. It also covers a brush-control demonstration and a local social event, all highlighting community ties and youth guidance.
Mr and Mrs Robert Helleland and family return from Rochester Minnesota after two weeks with the R S Hellelands Barbara Clyde Casady Pam visit Sunday night with Wanda Floyd Robbins and Kay.
Mr and Mrs Charles Wright of San Antonio Texas spent Tuesday night and Wednesday with Mr and Mrs H C Wright and Gary in a family visit.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Robbins and Mr and Mrs Clyde Casady spoke by telephone with Mr and Mrs Ross Fulton of Richmond California Saturday evening. They say Ollie Mae and Ross Fulton are homesick for these parts and hope to return to Oklahoma before school starts.
Mr and Mrs Edgar Biggs of Union Valley hosted Mr and Mrs Allen Biggs and family Sunday, sharing time and conversation in a family gathering.
Friday night at Pickett Church hosts a community supper with good entertainment and plentiful food. The event invites everyone to attend and share in the meal and activities.
Monday night the Pickett MYF attended a youth meeting in Roff. The session opened with a brief business meeting followed by a spiritual program and refreshments. The group invites attendees to the next gathering at First Methodist Church in Ada. Community participants included Hazel and Martha Biggs, David Sutton, George and Nancy Vanlandingham, Dana Ross, Delton and Butch Sutton, Jinks Losson, Jerry McDaniels, and Rev and Mrs Gross.
Mr and Mrs A B Kilpatrick traveled to Blackwell to see relatives affected by a tornado. They found relatives safe though homes were damaged. They stayed with Mr and Mrs Burley Kilpatrick in Oklahoma City before returning home. Mrs Elvin Jaquess hosted a birthday dinner for her husband with guests Clyde Casady Pam Bud Jaquess Carolyn Floyd Robbins and Kay.
Loyd Briggs arrived home Monday after more than a year in Korea and Japan. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Briggs. Mrs. Lutie Fowler and Buck visited with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Crowley of Stratford Sunday afternoon.
Those from Pickett attending the alumni banquet at Vaness Saturday night were Mr. and Mrs. Wendell King, Charles and Paul Sutton, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Dame and Edwyna and Helen and Bud Jaquess. Mr. and Mrs. FE. M. Losson, Jinks and Keith visited with the Maurice Currents of Oakman Friday night.
Kay joined Mr and Mrs Raymond Robbins of Pecan Grove for Sunday dinner. Ethel and Derren Stowers of Lovington New Mexico visited Mr and Mrs Royce Jaquess and family on Wednesday.
Mrs Walter Enloe and Mrs Frank Lamirand with Jennifer and children attend Vacation Bible School this week at the Eighteenth Street Church of Christ in Ada.
Hershel Lamirand of Oklahoma City spends a week with Frankie Lamirand. Mr and Mrs Frank Lamirand and family visit Lexington with Mr and Mrs W H Lamirand on Sunday.
Weekend guests of Mr and Mrs R J Ritter included her parents Mr and Mrs Tom Howard of Heald ton and a brother and his wife Mr and Mrs T V Howard of Ft Worth Texas
Seby Perry returned from Tulsa Tuesday after work. Agnes Myers and family visited Mrs. Billie Perry and Gwen. Patty and Tommy Myers, Eddie Allen spent time with Gwen Perry. Janie Bridgeman stayed with Gwen Perry. Bill Ballard of Ada visited O T Danner and family Wednesday.
The article notes a second week of vacation Bible school is proceeding with a Friday night program as the last day. It lists teachers and helpers Don Brent Mrs Bill Vanlandingham Josephine Bridgeman Anna Hightower Bobby Stone Iola Allen and Billie Perry. Guests include Mr and Mrs J G Hightower their daughter and family Mr and Mrs G D Abernathy and children Jean and Ronny of Carthage Texas and son Danny Hightower stationed at Carnovo New Mexico, nephew Darrell MacDaniel and friend Jack Williams both of Beckville Texas. Cleon Lowry of Shawnee visited Peggy Perry over the weekend. Ray Brumley recently began work in Oklahoma City with a construction company. Mrs Joann Tucker of Pauls Valley stayed with her parents Mr and Mrs Ed Allen on Saturday night.
Visiting Friday evening were Mr and Mrs Alfred Sutton. Attending were Mr and Mrs Wendell King and Mr and Mrs Jimmy Ownbey of Ada.
George Vanlandingham and Frankie Lamband returned home Friday from Stillwater after participating in the State 4-H activities. Both youths represented their local club in events and contests, gaining experience and returning with new skills and photos for the club scrapbook.
Saturday night includes Mrs Danner hosting guests Sam Tooman of Carnegie and Opal Sneed, a friend, for a social visit.
Mr and Mrs Bill Bridgeman and their children Mary Jo Janie Susan Gary and Riley were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs Bridgeman's Brad Perry of Stratford.
Mr and Mrs Bill Vanlanding ham visit sister in law Stella Conn who is in Wesley Hospital for surgery after entering last week in Oklahoma City.
Donald Brent and Ray Brumley joined Mr and Mrs Seby Perry for Sunday dinner. Johnny Sanders hosted visitors Mr and Mrs Donald Sharber and their Stratford children. Gerald Brown and children from near Ada also visited. Tom Myers conducted Stratford business. Dale Myers and children Tommy and Patty visited Mrs Myers' parents the Russells in Stratford.
AHLOSO by Etta Fern BarBee reports visitors at the Prentis West residence over a weekend, including Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mayfield of Ada and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Wallace of Midwest City. Kathryn West joined them for a short stay.
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Blankenship and their family visited Turner Falls on Sunday to join a family reunion gathering.
Local hospital treats Alex Odom who is reported gravely ill. No further condition details available.
Mr and Mrs J C Treas were surprised by a visit from Mildred West of Stockton California and her sister Viola Armstrong of Borger Texas They were formerly Mildred and Viola Mitchell of Steedman and were guests this week.
Mrs Edd Miller and family from Marion Gary and Denise of Ft Worth Texas spent Sunday night with Mr and Mrs C L Blankenship.
Residents notice new markers at village boundary showing Ahloso on the map and signaling when visitors enter the community. The signal adds local identity and helps guests recognize the settlement’s limits.
Visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Barbee Sunday afternoon were Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hambleton of Ada. They were all residents of Fittstown when things were real.
The Hambletons have bought a home in Ada on Northcrest Drive after about 12 years apart. The note wishes them luck in their new residence.
Mr and Mrs Wayne Davis returned home Monday from Camp Carson Colorado where he received his discharge from the armed services. Mr and Mrs Orval Davis of Union Valley and Mr and Mrs Wayne Davis were guests of Mr and Mrs Joe C Moore Tuesday.
Mrs Ellen Yantz and her children from Oklahoma City are spending the week with Mr and Mrs Freeman Moore at their residence.
Mrs. Fred Barbee and her children drove to Seminole on Saturday to visit her father J. A. Eberhardt who had returned to the hospital for surgery.
Mrs. Lou Smith and her daughter from Oklahoma City visited the Fletcher Reed home along with Mrs. Gordon Reed and her daughter from Alva during the past week.
The Girls Auxiliary held a wiener roast Monday night with leader Mrs Dottie Reed and eleven girls attended. The RA's also held a separate roast at a later date. Mrs Reed has done a great deal of work with these boys and girls.
Laura C. Timmons age 62 of 730 West First died at a local hospital Monday night. Funeral Wednesday at 4 at Nazarene Church with Rev. Ball and Rev. Williams, Stonewall Cemetery, Criswell Funeral Home. Survived by husband William J. Timmons, son William A. Timmons of Ada, sisters Vernie Oliver of Sacramento and Maud Timmons of Ada, and several nieces and nephews.
Danuel V. Walker infant son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Walker of 608 West Thirteenth died Sunday at 11 p m in a local hospital. Graveside services Tuesday at 1 30 p m at Oakman cemetery with Rev. Weldon Wood officiating Criswell Funeral Home in charge. Surviving are the parents and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Walker of Tennessee and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Beach of Ada.
Melvin Wolverton of 2538 Charleston Road New Albany Indiana died at a local hospital Wednesday morning from injuries in a highway crash near Homer Funeral arrangements will be announced by Criswell Funeral Home His wife Dorothy Wolverton suffered minor injuries in the accident.
A borrower who sends a marked check to settle a debt for less than the full amount cannot bind the creditor without consideration. An accord and satisfaction may occur if a genuine dispute exists and the debtor pays the amount marked paid in full or adds non monetary value like cigarettes. Monthly partial payments do not waive the right to sue for the full balance.
Mr and Mrs O T Danner are mentioned in a brief social notice alongside Joyce Sanders who attended Sunday School at Shady Grove. The fragment references a social or church gathering with unspecified additional details.
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