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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1951
Page
5
Garden notes discuss peat moss as a soil improver nutrient source and water reservoir. Advice includes spreading a quarter-inch layer after raking, reseeding, and watering. cultivating around shrubs to control weeds and improve moisture. and delaying fertilizer until late summer. Also covers pruning supports for peonies and delphiniums and handling plant sprays carefully.
A reader reports evergreen bittersweet badly infested by Euonymus scale in the past year. The pest overwinters on bark in various stages, with a protective scale-like coating. Heavily infested branches should be cut and burned. Follow with treatments: spray with 43 percent miscible solution, then again in June using summer strength one percent plus 40 percent arsenic sulfate.
Dr Edwin P Jordan explains poison ivy and related plants are summer troubles tied to outdoor activity. Recognize the plant by its three shiny leaves to avoid contact. wash immediately after exposure using soap and water. use potassium permanganate solution for minor irritations, and seek professional care when a large skin area is affected.
A new collection of ceramic home decor features warm earth tones like browns, reds, greens, and greys in monochrome and contrasting schemes. Tall jeweled lamps show primitive square carvings in indigo and brown. spherical patterned pieces in brown, yellow and green. low round glazed lamps with antique finishes. weathered stone effect glazes. and soft hand rubbed surfaces. Accessories match lamp bases, ash trays, and bowls for a cohesive room theme.
The notes advise planting potatoes after mid-June is unlikely to succeed and give seed quantity guidelines for a small garden patch. They also address lacebug infestations on rhododendrons and mountain laurel, recommending early June nicotine sulfate spray with soap, a second treatment 10 to 14 days later, then a third spray in July for the second brood, and mention a historical claim about George Bernard Shaw’s descent.
Over 200 applicants enrolled in the Pontotoc Red Cross summer swim program. Beginners, intermediates, and advanced swimmers compete in age-based groups. The five week course runs June 18 through July 20 with free instruction.
FAIRBANKS Alaska June 11 A crazed man attacked the pilot and wrecked the cabin during a 20 minute airborne rampage. Don Bulshizer 32 piloted the plane and police and ambulance crews overpowered the 200 pound passenger at the airstrip after the emergency radio call. The man disrobed on the field and hurled his shoes at officers before being placed in a padded cell.
Pribilof Islands noted as a famous fur seal breeding place with about 3,000,000 seals present each summer. The seals migrate southward in winter.
The county home demonstration group will hold its regular meeting Friday June 15 at the First Baptist church in Ada. Mrs Hale of the Jane club leads the group with Miss Lemna Maloney urging participation. The choral group is invited to join the Farm and Home Week program July 31 to August 3 in Stillwater. Members are advised on the fair canning budget and pressure cooker care with several jar and preservation notes included.
A mixed local notice features Home Demonstration Club guidance on canning berries including hot and cold packing methods, sugar syrup ratios, and processing times. It also lists a schedule of club meetings from June 11 to June 14 and a Family Life Leaders Meeting at the county courthouse with Mrs Lets Moore providing program ideas for September exhibits.
Ten year old Bobby Mayes, a fourth grader at Irving School, won week two of the Dairy Ad contest sponsored by Ada Dairy Products Cody's Dairy. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewil Hayes of 409 West 7th. Bobby, who enjoys art and softball, said he liked the contest. He receives $13 cash. The grand drive last week in June offers $50 or a new bicycle.
The Training Union Rally at Sulphur will be held Tuesday night in the First Baptist Church. Evangelist W P Muggs, missioner for education, announces about 130 youth from Garvin and Murray Baptist churches will attend. A special speaker will discuss youth problems and churches. Refreshments will follow for fellowship.
A humorous column notes more women picking up pop culture interests, joking about 30 familiar pockets and old fashioned oil lamps beloved by antique collectors. It questions husbands expectations when sending vacation cards reading Wish you were here.
Miss Sara Boswell, newly elected chairman of the Pontotoc Red Cross chapter, brings varied experience from local chapter work and Community Chest service. She has held roles in Meter Corps, Home Service, Staff Aide, and Social Welfare. World War II service with National Red Cross as a social worker is noted. The chapter plans to expand volunteer service and re‑activate former members.
News note reports the death of G. B. Mc. as announced to friends and family. The brief obituary confirms the passing and mentions mourners and service details when released by relatives.
AAR FIX explains affordable alternatives to ceramic tile for updating bathrooms. Aluminum and plastic tiles, enameled wall coverings, and tempered hardboard with plastic finishes offer easier installation and varied patterns, with Mr Fix nicknamed as the handyman who can install them given proper encouragement, noting enameled wall coverings resemble linoleum in method and size.
County Agent and Assistant urge early weevil control to protect cotton prices. Inspect 100 feet of row for signs, spray or dust if any weevils found. Recommend toxaphene emulsions or toxaphene DDT mixes, with early and followup applications every two weeks. Early costs around 1.50 per acre. later about 2.00. Demonstrations planned for the week of June 14.
Readers learn about base molding cap strips and tiles for wall and ceiling projects. Instructions emphasize matching materials, cement usage, and getting installation directions from suppliers. A house repair Q and A suggests a cracked china dish can be repaired by simmering in milk to conceal the crack and strengthen the piece.
Storm rains flood central and eastern Kansas turning the Saline river valley from Lincoln eastward into a vast lake. An estimate shows about 20 000 acres of farmland submerged. Tescott and Culver towns lie under water while Lincoln and Salina remain safe. Evacuations occurred in Tescott as residents fled early Friday morning.
Edith M Barber argues price matters more than perceived nutrition in meats. Liver and tongue offer high nutrition per portion, with liver rich in vitamins and tongue high in iron and protein. Notes varieties like lamb, pork, and beet tongue as affordable options, and provides simple recipes for beef liver with tomato sauce and tongue aspic, with preparation tips and cost considerations.
Stratford residents enjoyed Beverly Corley’s tenth birthday party with many friends. The Baptist WMU elected Mrs. Cushman as Mission Study teacher and planned around next week’s Vacation Bible School. A fish fry hosted by Hack and Delta Burnett drew relatives from Ada and Oregon. Flower club activities featured Corsage roll call and a corsage lesson. Stratford Slowers and Garden clubs held meetings with guests from Oklahoma City and local members. The yearbooks 1951 82 will be published soon. The Ther MPOlyae site in Greece noted amid a large tree planting project.
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