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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1970

Page

4

Postal Rates Listed by Region Per Year

Postage terms show carriers in Ada, Oklahoma, and outside Oklahoma with annual rates for by carrier in Ada per year by mail in Oklahoma per year and by mail outside Oklahoma per year. The item outlines regional pricing differences for mail delivery options.

Trape ADA Times-Democrat W. D. Little Don Cook Ada Oklahoma The News Publishing and Printing Co Ada Weekly Democrat Pontotoc Sheepier

Beware of Snails and Slow-Mign Sign Advice for Rural Roads

A rural column urges broader use of slow moving signs on farm machinery to improve safety as tractors and trailers share roads at dawn and dusk. It suggests shoulder driving when possible, clearing obstructing vegetation at intersections, anchoring mobile homes against high winds, and prudent pesticide use, noting dogs remain useful for stock work.

Family Rights at Funeral Time Courts Rule

A court held that a brother cannot demand attendance at a funeral after it ends and that final burial decisions rest with the surviving spouse or parents. The piece notes undertakers owe duties to customers and that improper burial timing can require damages for distress.

Grace Bors

International Uniform Sunday School Lesson

A convoy of 73 U S soldiers on a Western Germany to West Berlin route endures a long Soviet checkpoint delay. A single angered act over a crushed fatigue cap could spark war, illustrating how one person can influence peace or conflict and the call to overcome evil with good.

United States Army Germany Helmstadt West Germany East Germany West Berlin U. S Paul

Fifteen-year-old returns sea lion to zoo after rescue

Fourteen-year-old Renee Laperruque found a wounded sea lion near coastal cliffs. The animal bore bullet scars and followed her home on Sunday. She placed the sea lion in a zoo after bringing it in Monday, while noting she already has multiple pets and siblings.

San Diego Calif Renee Laperruque

Quotations and Jokes on Society and Government

A collage of one liners and bits on socialism capitalism and everyday life. Observations range from humorous takes on politics and aging to jokes about traffic weather and family dynamics. The pieces mix political satire with light moral quips and social commentary.

Connie Nelson

EC Sets Course On Gun Safety At East Central State

A noncredit firearms safety course will be offered on the East Central State College campus June 25 and 26 in Room 309 Science Building from 2 30 to 4 p m. Elmer Brown will direct with Virgil Williams coordinating activities. Contact Brown at 332 8000 Extension 3654.

East Central State College Elmer Brown Virgil Williams Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation Science Brown

Marriages Listed in Ada Area Notices

Gerald Armand McCoy of La mar weds Diana Lynn Taff of Holdenville. Charles L. Bolton of Ada marries Neva Lou Bale. David Aaron Walker of Alllen weds Celia Ann Norman. Dana Wayne Balthrop of Kona wa weds Lenora Luise Campbell. James Neal Rice of Francis weds Becky Joann Petty. Michael Lee McKee of Ada weds Marie Vandegriff.

David Aaron Walker Alllen Celia Ann Norman Ada

Burglary at Hayes Elementary Reported

Weekend burglary and vandalism at Hayes Elementary School reported to police. Entry gained via unlocked window, a pop box pried open, $2.80 in change taken. Chemicals from a fire extinguisher sprayed on the auditorium floor.

Hayes Elementary School

Soil and energy must guide farm future says editorial

A farm oriented essay urges preserving soil and energy sources as the core of national progress. It stresses agricultural research, farmer education, and sustained soil productivity amid rising technology and energy needs.

Department of Agriculture

Weekend visits fill Stonewall area social notes

Long list of visitors and locals sharing weekend activity around Stonewall. Nearly every line mentions a host or guest with connections to Eva Foreman, Lois Clifford, Ada, Latta, Tupelo, Oklahoma City, and other nearby towns, plus a note on Rickie Rickie’s arm injury and work in a Dallas can factory.

Bullard family visited as relatives tour Ada area

A long list of visitors and gatherings centers on the Bullard, Harker and Ellis families. Kay Independence era style notes include multiple Texan and Oklahoma visits, dinners in Ada and Holdenville, hospital stays, and a housewares party hosted by Phyllis Ray with prizes.

Stonecipher Family Sups and Visits Highlight Weekend

Mr. and Mrs Vernon Stonecipher and children Rebee dined Sunday with Vernon’s parents Mr and Mrs A C Stonecipher. Harland Stonecipher and Allen Ada had supper Sunday with Ada’s parents. Doyin Stonecipher and granddaughter Karen visited Friday with A C Stonecipher. Harland Stonecipher went to Durant on Thursday on business. Davey Johnston visited Monday night with his parents Mr and Mrs Ben Johnston Lula.

Ada Atwood Lonnie Huddleston Lula Watts Otto Watts Eureka Calif James Cagle Dana David Middleton Tex Tupelo Cagle East Central W. B. Hokett Kenneth Murphy Steve Ginger Stonewall Wesley McCormick Marlow Jack Cowger Willie Conzy Cowger Earl Johnson Wichita Kan Albert Crow Jack Cowgers Johnsons Horace Lee Bullard Jr Andrea Janice Rhonda Dallas H. L. Bullard Eddie Bullard Byran Denison Wick Bullard Dodge City H. D. Bullard Brenda Carol Joyce Danny Harmon Bullard Harvey Bullard Cloketa Bottoms Glen Mary Sue Sean Rhonda Bullard Aug Harkins Henry Neal Red Lowery McAlester Vernon Stonecipher Rebee A. C. Stonecipher Harland Stonecipher Allen Doyin Stonecipher Karen Durant Davey Johnston Mrs Ben Johnston

Attendance Report From Local Churches This Sunday

Ninety six people attended Sunday school and church at the Pentecostal Holiness Church. Rev. Glen Eaves led the morning service and Rev. Walter Brown led the evening service. The Rev. and Mrs Bert Jones and O Dell Jones attended Hiway Holiness Church Sunday night. Mr and Mrs Gene Lance also attended.

Pentecostal Holiness Church Glen Eaves Walter Brown Bert Jones O’dell Jones Hiway Holiness Church Gene Lance Walter Lewis Alta Isaacs O'Dell Hansel Burk Lona Soward Valley View Hospital

Community Guest Visiting and Travel Roundup

A lengthy locals noted visits among families in Kingsville Coweta Ada and Roff including Mr and Mrs Bert Jones Rev Jones and various children. Trips include a Prague business visit and several graveside and social gatherings with extended family and friends. Willis Sutton family and Mercy Hospital return mark local activity and weekend visits.

Robert Frantz Kingsville Tex Bert Jones Ray Frantz Syible Jones O’velle Jared Coweta Jones Bennie Farmer O’dell Jones Prague Johnny Lane Margret Green Ada Doris Sims Drucilla Thomas Don Thomas Houston Danny Harlin Roff Louis Sims Jesse Preston Moore Edgar Harlin T. W. Sims Cathy Sims Bethany Memorial Park Willis Sutton Glen Eaves Hank Evans Gerald Sutton Chris Beverly Jo Guinn Charlie Roberts Hank Burk Pres Sutton Ab Sutton Joe Edward Isaac Carl Carr O'Dell Jones Willis Mercy Hospital Cline Jared Dorris Vanlandingham Fargo Don Cooley Edmond Robbie and Crissy

Local People Share Visits and Guests Across Town

Numerous residents and visitors are listed with travels and social calls. Charlie Crane left for Hayward California after an extended visit, while Sally Wyche spent two weeks with the Northams. Others includ e families from North Carolina Wisconsin Texas and Oklahoma visiting relatives and attending events.

Charlie Crane Hayward Calif Sally Wyche Junior Northam Jimmy National Guard Mike Thomas Ricky Moore Bret Pat Sutterfield Johnny Alita Law Robin Vivian Northam Ann Layne North Carolina Helen Northam Matthew Alene Anderson Josie Northam Mike Gillum Sam Raines Jimmy Haskins Clyde Welch George Clemmie Summers Houston Tex Dessie Light

Allen Names at Duncan Church Rally Attendees

Those from Alien attending the Friday rally at the Church of God of Prophecy in Duncan include Mrs Louise Coo ley Mrs Grace Black Mrs El sie Eubank Mrs Nora Douglas and Mrs Ora McPhearson. They spent the night with relatives in Duncan.

Church of God of Prophecy Duncan Louise Cooley Grace Black Elsie Eubank Nora Douglas Ora McPhearson

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