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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1956
Page
2
A humorous line appears in mail about a plumber's service. The slogan promises reliable drip repair and friendly service without overpromising. The playful phrase sticks with readers as a light note in the week’s correspondence.
The article notes shifting cattle prices and costs from market, feed, and labor. It describes demand favoring lean, ready packed beef over fat cattle, pressuring 1 500 to 2 000 pound steers and boosting 4 H youth premiums while traditional producers struggle. It laments high taxes and changing living patterns in Ada, praising new Fitts Field homes.
The text contrasts reactions to a spouse's furniture choice. It notes some men express frank dislike and earn respect, while mere assent is seen as a personal affront. It frames the topic as hard to explain and even harder to predict.
Census figures show declining families while utility estimates rise and administrators warn space is insufficient. A gradual rise in room crowding is described as a wave that will first bulge first grade rooms and progressively affect higher grades, making the grade level visible by the building’s appearance.
The longstanding plan for the St. Lawrence Seaway, hailed as one of this century’s boldest waterway ventures, is moving toward realization though winter freezes will halt navigation.
The era may see a sharp split as Civil Rights gains and Southern defection shape the party's direction, with delegates ready to press disputes at the convention.
Causes include hitching above the drawbar fueling with the engine running pulling up steep banks and attempting to back out of a mudhole.
Pontotoc County roads will receive gravel resurfacing funded by the state highway commission. Ada division engineer Leroy Berry said $61,800 has been set aside for more than 20 miles of highways, including routes 61 and 61 A and 31 in the Fittstown area.
A committee appointed to explore selling the fairgrounds and acquiring a new site plans the 1956 fair with a nightly seven inning baseball game at 5 p m. The group includes Harvey Lambert as chairman and joins with the Pontotoc County Fair Board and county commissioners in outlining site change and fair activities.
Hensley promises an interesting film on conservation and coffee and doughnuts to follow the meetings. Sessions will be held in the schoolhouse in each community at 7 30 P.M. All farmers and farmers wives are invited.
The National Foundation Friday night event highlighted help from schools, the county health department, and the March of Dimes for ongoing polio treatment. Emphasis is on preschool immunization. Officers for the new year include Norman C. Mitchell as chairman Finis Morrison as vice chairman Bobby Coffman as treasurer and several doctors and superintendents as directors.
Peanut growers who are not planting their full allotment this year should release the unused acreage by Friday June 15. Local Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation director Bennett Sherrer says failure to release may reduce the producer's 1957 allotment.
The account credits Steve Godfrey with killing a wolf at age nine, noting historians may doubt Davy Crockett’s claimed feats but this achievement is presented as fact. The fragment emphasizes early prowess and legendary frontier lore.
Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell and Sharon attended a wedding shower Tuesday night at the home of Mr and Mrs Dude Fennell in honor of Mr and Mrs Bob Hatcher.
Mrs Otis McWhirter of Vaness accompanied Mrs Grace Johnson and May to Stratford on Thursday indicating social visits and travel among local residents.
Mr and Mrs Hobart Morrison and children of Electra Texas visited Friday afternoon in the home of Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell. Mrs W J Morrison and Mrs Della Morrison of Roff also joined the visit as extended family members.
The article notes Mrs Rosa Thompson and Mrs Eva Stevens hosting visitors Sunday afternoon. Attendees included May Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Wright and their girls.
Mr and Mrs Ercy Ownbey visited Saturday the home of Mr and Mrs Jeff Russell in Roff Oklahoma.
S/Sgt Earl Purvis and his wife from South Carolina were guests of Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell over the weekend.
Farmers with land not seeded to wheat for grain in 1954 55 or 56 may apply for a 1956 wheat acreage allotment. Applications must be written to the county ASC committee by June 30 1956. Blank forms are available at the county ASC office.
Ahloso News notes Eula Jo Roberson of Konawa visiting the Edd Brashiers this week. Families and friends plan camping trips to Lake Murray and Lake Texoma with various relatives traveling from Fort Worth Perry Shawnee Wichita Kane and Healdton.
Mr and Mrs Glenn Harrell with children visited Clifford Harrells last weekend. James Flowers released from hospital resumes basic duty and is son of Mr and Mrs Leon Flowers. Vasco Moore and family and Mrs Louie Moshier attended a celebration for Mr and Mrs A J Frye marking their 50th wedding anniversary northeast of Ada. Mrs C M Jackson visited sister Mrs Bob McNutt and children in Ada Monday. Mrs Nancy Ward spent Saturday night with Freeman Moores.
Mr and Mrs Clarence McKinley of Colorado visited his parents Mr and Mrs McKinley last week and left for home on Monday.
Mr and Mrs Leslie Henry and family from Atoka visited his sister and family the Elbert Bowers Saturday night and Sunday for a weekend gathering.
Rusty Flowers Albert Flowers and Solomon Gantt returned from California last Monday in a brief travel update noting their arrival and journey.
Mr and Mrs Alfred Jones of Bartlesville visited the Clifford Harrells last weekend, sharing time and conversation with the hosts.
Freeman Moores Raymond Moores and Wayne Davises visited the Joe C. Moore residence on Sunday.
A niece of Mr and Mrs Morgan Goodpasture visited them Saturday afternoon.
Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Bennett and family of Wichita Kansas visited his parents the Winston Bennetts last weekend.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Sliger of Ft Smith Arkansas visited Ed Sligers on Saturday and Sunday. Jerry is described as a nephew of the Sligers.
Mrs. E. S. Brashier returns home after surgery. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Murdock visited the Joe Collinses Monday evening.
Ahloso First Baptist Church youth group held a wiener roast last Friday at Wintersmith Park. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Mitt Looney Barbara Looney Margaret Looney Laura Bou Dreaux Harold Haynes Carol Blankenship John Davis Lois Jean Smith Gene Thomas Dub Miller and Albert Flowers.
Mrs Mann and Ruth accompany Mr and Mrs Grady Jane and Lanny on a trip to Dallas Texas.
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Blankenship hosted a family get-together at Sequoyah Park last Sunday. Attendees included Bib Miller and family, Edd Miller and family, Clifford Miller and family, Loyd Miller and family, Barbara, Joy and Mickey Blankenship.
Wasto Pennington and Miss Ruby Dryden were in Stratford on Tuesday, accompanying a social or public event. The brief note places both individuals at Stratford during the day.
Miss Irene Carson and her sister Mrs. Mary Ellen Gladden were seen swimming Tuesday evening according to local social notes.
Mr and Mrs Ray Dryden and family of Lawrence visited Ruby and Glen Dryden Sunday evening, sharing time with relatives as the week began.
Mrs Mildred Clay and Mrs Lillie Miller and Clara were in Ada on business Monday.
Miss Ruby Dryden and Virginia Ann Dryden of Lawrence attended the Center homecoming Sunday evening. A. L. Melton and brothers Jimmy and Jerry called on W. N. Isaacs Wednesday.
Mrs. Jim Magar of Oil Center Mrs. Dorothy Loven and son Carl Lee of Latta visited Miss Ver niece Dryden Friday.
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Edwards of Susanville California spent Sunday with his brother and his family Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Edwards. Mr Edwards has eleven brothers and sisters and after this visit he can claim a visit from every one of them.
Mr and Mrs Frank Dryden visited awhile Friday night with Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker in a friendly social call.
Mrs. Jean Caldwell of Odessa Texas visits the J. J. Cald wells this week while her husband returns to Odessa for work.
Mrs Kenneth Abbott and her daughter June visited her parents Mr and Mrs Ed Jackson for part of Saturday morning.
Mrs. Bob Cameron and her Oklahoma City children, Mrs. Bob McNutt and Ada, Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Penrod of Pickett and Mr. and Mrs. Gail Blankenship of Ada visited. James George also joined for lunch.
Florence Isaacs visits on a white Wednesday evening accompanied by Mrs. Norah Isaacs of Ada, sharing the social outing and companionship during the event.
Mr and Mrs James McCurtain and their sons from Brentwood California visit Mrs Law and family in Ada while Mrs Law’s parents Mr and Mrs J W Law host.
Mrs Frank Dryden visited her mother Mrs Jim Magar in Oil Center on Thursday.
Mrs. Clara Wood and Florence Isaacs visited Mrs. Cloreta Gray of Oil Center Thursday. Mrs. Pearl Gray and children visited Mrs. Ann Wilson of Oil Center Sunday.
Jimmy Hardin visits Seminole this week staying with his sister and Mr and Mrs Leroy Jarvis.
J. C. Treas, Clifford Harrell and E. L. Patterson undertook a business trip to Oklahoma City on Tuesday.
Louise Strickland was to have a tonsillectomy in Shawnee on Monday but infection caused the operation to be postponed. The Stricklands then went to Stillwater to visit James and Butch Strickland.
Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington and Vineta and Mrs Mildred Clay visited with their son and brother Mr and Mrs Calvin Pennington and family of Enid from Friday through Sunday.
Miss Virginia Folner of Maxwell spent Sunday evening in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Pennington and attended church with them at Stratford Sunday night.
Miss Irene Carson spent Sunday with Miss Patsy Clay of Vanoss, sharing a friendly visit and time together in the community.
Mr and Mrs Barney Ward and Mr and Mrs Bill Slocum visited the E L Pattersons on Sunday for a social call.
Percy Richardson of Ada and Bobby Jackson of Gaar Corner visited the Farmer boys Sunday to share in the community gathering and socialize with locals.
Joy and Mickey Blankenship are visiting relatives in Tulsa, spending time with family and catching up during a weekend trip. The note highlights a family visit and travel to Oklahoma's city.
Mrs Hazel Melton and two boys called on Mr and Mrs W N Isaacs Monday in a social visit reflected in local notes.
Bowers is identified as a sister of Mrs. Lilly May Reed and Sherman Lewis in the report, detailing family connections and relationships within the Reed and Lewis households.
Recent callers included Mr and Mrs Eck Hunter and their Holdenville children and Mrs Nora Hunter of Hartshorne visiting Mrs Pearl Surgnier.
Mr and Mrs Wesley Price and their children have returned home after a week visit with relatives in Corpus Christi Texas.
Little Nancy Norris, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Norris of Sherman Texas, is visiting her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Walker and Mr. and Mrs. D. Norris.
Mr and Mrs James Chandler and their baby have returned home after a week visiting relatives in Houston Texas.
Jimmy Ray Matthews passed his physical but awaits assignment after enlisting with Uncle Sam. Edward Scroggins is stationed at Camp Chaffee Fort Smith Ark, as his family confirms his service.
Sue Byers daughter of Mr and Mrs Glen Byers spent a week with her aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Jack Martin and baby of Tulsa during a family visit.
Rumors spread that the speaker was Francis as traffic and excitement rose during Saturday's candidate appearance. Drawings and cash awards plus grocery tickets were handed out by local grocers and a druggist, boosting the atmosphere.
Homecoming Day at Cedar Grove is scheduled for Sunday June 17. A revival begins June 17 and continues through June 27, coordinating with the community celebration.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Roberts visited the H L Kelley home along with Mr and Mrs Robert Kelley and their baby. Also present were Mrs Mollie Gaylor Mrs Viola West and Curtis Canada.
Mr and Mrs Haskell Matthews and children of Artesia New Mexico have returned home after spending a few days here with his mother Mrs B C Matthews and other relatives and friends.
Mrs Ruben Chandler of Mitchell Field New York has returned home after visiting her parents Mr Horton Smith and other relatives. She is the former Mary Elizabeth Smith.
Mr and Mrs Douglas Smith visited James Youngs east of Ada last Friday evening with David and Dusty accompanying them in the group.
Mrs Emma Farmer and Janie visited a while Tuesday with Mrs Lillie Miller and Clara.
Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson were in Ada on Tuesday visiting local residents and taking part in community events.
Mrs Lillie Miller and Clara spent Friday with Mrs Elma Law in parish chapel social notes.
Mr and Mrs J W Law and Max joined Mr and Mrs Jesse Barnes of Abilene Tex and Mrs Aleta Law and John for a Tuesday picnic and fishing outing at the lake in Lawrence.
Milo Pennington has been on a vacation for the past week. He has not announced plans to return to duties and is away from his usual post.
Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs Albert Cassidy of Fittstown and Mr and Mrs W D Floyd and daughter of Ada.
A wedding was held Saturday night at the First Baptist Church in Ada for Peggy O'Neal and Don Taylor with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Smith and David and Dusty.
Mrs Verneice Dryden visited her parents Mr and Mrs Jim Magar of Oil Center on Saturday.
Danny Edwards and cousin Butch Edwards of Galey labor with Danny’s father M. D. Edwards after school closure. They assist on the armory building in Pauls Valley.
Floyd Vanlandingham of Pickett called on W. N. Isaacs Friday in what appears to be a routine neighborly visit.
Sam Murphree has been a patient at Valley View Hospital for two weeks after a stroke. He is accompanied by his son Joe Murphree of Okmulgee his daughter Verde Theck of Dallas and Mrs. Gatts of Seminole as they visit during his illness.
The family of Lawrence and Florence Isaacs visited Glen and Ruby Dryden on a Wednesday night gathering, sharing time together and noting the friendly dialogue among relatives.
Mrs Grace Johnson hosted Sunday night guests including her brother Mr Dalton Sales and his companions Rozine Lou Nelda and Brenda of Ada. Also present were Mr and Mrs Dalton Sales.
Mrs. Clara Wood Mrs. Joy Tucker and girls from Galey and Mrs. Cloreta Gray and Vickie of Oil Center shopped in Ada Wednesday.
Monday afternoon visitors included Mrs Dexter Cherney Larry and Randy of Atwood Mrs Shirley Ingram Steve and Standley Mrs Lula Johnson all of Casa Grande Ariz Mrs Bernard Williams Houston Tex and Mrs Walter Simmons Roff highlighting a social gathering with attendees from multiple locations.
Mrs. Newt Thompson and Don visited Tishomingo for a Sunday baseball game where Don plays for a Kanawa team. Dewayne Richards is visiting his grandparents, the Morgan Goodpastures, for a few days.
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kight are in Little Falls Minnesota for a few weeks visit with their son and family.
Mr and Mrs Frank Dryden attended the homecoming at Center on Sunday.
Oscar Carson spent the week end with his family here. Mr. and Mrs Velmar Meeks of Los Angeles visited Mr. and Mrs. Lee Farmer and family Friday. Mr. Meeks is a nephew of Mr. Farmer and hadn't seen his uncle in several years.
Joe Summers, son of Mr and Mrs Evert Summers, has returned home after working in Houston Texas. He began a new job on Monday in Ada.
Mr and Mrs J D Puckett and daughter of Ringling visited the Prentis Wests last week. Mr and Mrs W J Treas of Lula visited Mr and Mrs J C Treas Friday night. They attended the wedding of Carol Brown and Roy Estes at the East Main Church of Christ in Ada.
Mr and Mrs Ray Cotter Jr move to Wasco California to establish a home Mrs Cotter is introduced here as Miss Gracie Lee for social reference and local coverage.
Mr and Mrs Vernon Hunter and their baby from Ardmore recently visited here with his sister Mrs Pearl Surgnier during an afternoon social or family gathering.
Visitors at the Jim Lambert home last Sunday included Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Knight and their children. Mrs Knight is identified as the former Miss Marilee Lambert.
Oklahoma A&M College held its first commencement in 1896 with an address by Oklahoma Territory Governor W. C. Renfrow of Guthrie and orations by all six graduating seniors.
The Roy Reeds install a new air conditioner, upgrading comfort at their home. The unit provides improved cooling and energy efficiency for the hot season.
Miss Wasto Pennington spent several days with her sister and the Ed Bray family of Pecan Grove and returned home this weekend.
F A Ferguson met Alfred Pennington Tuesday evening. Mr and Mrs Fred Gray visited Ada Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Lee have returned from a month touring Oklahoma, Kansas, and California. They visited relatives including George Lee and Raymond Lee families, Ray Cotter Jr., Allen Rice and daughter, Altus Alexander and children, and Grace Self.
Mr and Mrs Clellen Scroggins and son Larry along with Mr and Mrs Leon Scroggins and son James spent last Sunday with Edward Scroggins at Camp Chaffee Ark He is the son of Clellen Scroggins and Mrs Scroggins
Mr and Mrs Woodrow Canada and their children from Ft Worth Texas visit his parents Mr and Mrs Henry Canada and their son Havern Canada and family. Mrs Canada is sister of Mrs Lilly Bryant and Cecil Akin of Ada. She is formerly Miss Ethel Akin.
Mrs Beatrice Caldwell attended a bridal shower in Sulphur honoring her daughter Juliette the bride elect of Marion Muncrief of Sulphur.
Mr and Mrs Cal West visited the home of his nephew in Oklahoma City last Saturday night. They were joined by Mrs Johnny West and son Curtis West and enjoyed plenty of homemade ice cream.
Mr. and Mrs. Clennis Wilson and their Oklahoma City children spent last weekend visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Bob Wilson and their son Lindel in the area.
Mr and Mrs Havern Canada and their children visited Mr and Mrs Glen Phillips and their children on Sunday for a family gathering.
Mr and Mrs Jess Russell and their children of Vamoosa stayed at the home of Mr and Mrs Robert Kelley and their baby last Friday. Mrs Russell is Mrs Kelley s aunt.
Mr and Mrs W A Buck Henson entertained last week with guests including Mr and Mrs Guy Sorrell and children from Tulsa Mrs Maxwell and children from Albuquerque NM. Maxwell is a former Miss Neema Henson. Also visiting were Mr and Mrs Roy West and
Word is received of the death of Gus Bowers who passed away at his home in Rio Grande Texas. The Bowers family resided here until a few years ago.
County registrar J. T. Murphy announced new appointments A. K. Kimbrough north Allen and Father Craig west Roff and added Oakman precinct as county elections loom. Registration for the July 3 primary runs June 4 to June 24 with runoff registration June 25 to July 14. Candidates must be 21, U S citizens, and meet residency requirements.
A Madill youth came back home after visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Eli West.
Sgt. and Mrs. Leroy Harris and their children from Oklahoma City recently visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Isom Harris, sharing time with family.
Miss Othalene Rainbolt a Shawnee School teacher is spending the summer months with her parents Mr and Mrs Delmar Crews at their home here.
Gary Canada of Ada spent last Monday with his cousins Howard and Ronnie Canada in a family visit, sharing time together in the community.
Mrs J E Lee visited Mrs Sarah Harris last Monday in a social call.
Seen M. E. Harris doing remodeling at Mr. and Mrs. Horton Smith residence. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Chaffin are installing new window screens.
George McComas spent a few days at home last week with his daughter, her husband Sgt. Doyle Parker, and their boys, recently returned from Alaska. McComas had been a patient in the Veterans Hospital in Sulphur for several months.
Richard Pedersen 17 via father Chris Pedersen seeks 32445 assistant damages after November 22 1955 crash in Hunt car injuring his left temple and cheek with 32 stitches and reduced life expectancy. Paul 16 seeks 4489 plus 2510 disfigurement while Jimmy 14 claims 4489 2000 2500. Chris Pedersen requests 6538 medical bills. David Hunt seeks 44890 for earning power 5006 pain and suffering 5000 Ezra Hunt seeks 9314.50 for car and medical costs.
Sunstroke victims have red faces hot and dry skin and do not sweat. Heat exhaustion victims appear pale, sweat heavily, and have moist cool skin.
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