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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1961

Page

6

Connerville Family Reunion Draws 102 Attendees

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Easterling hosted a large Ferris family reunion in Connerville with 102 attendees. Invocation by Leon Brown preceded a buffet lunch under shade trees. attendees ranged from children to seniors, including relatives from Oklahoma, Texas, California, Missouri, and Arizona.

Walter Easterling Connerville Ferris Leon’ Brown Easterling Weaver Tracy Steve Petersburg Tex Ramsey Roger Jackie Gayle Carol Chevy Oklahoma City J. D Maudie Ferris Norman Louise Dyz Helen Jones Ida Follie Iantha Hill Tucson Ariz Jerie Mark Pam David Rich Clayton E. L. Landis Ada Tom Davis Jeff Marion Lee Stith Euel Gwyndaline Larry Moore Joe Rose-Fertis Shannon, Tex Mev

Miss Linda Jo Luster and Johnny Tisdell Tie In Wapanucka Church

Miss Linda Jo Luster and Johnny Tisdell pledged vows in the First Baptist Church of Wapanucka on Monday evening, June 12. The double ring ceremony featured Rev. Cecil Stubbs with a white blossom altar, attendants in purple orchid dresses, and a reception at the church. The bride, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Luster, wore Chantilly lace over satin with a bouffant skirt, and carried white carnations. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arvel Tisdell of Connerville. he recently completed Army service. The couple departed for their wedding trip in orchid attire.

Linda Jo Luster Fred Luster Wapanucka Johnny Tisdell Mr. Tisdell Arvel Tisdell Connerville Baptist Church of Cecil Stubbs Bors Gene Latham Bob Stewart Gayle Higgisbotham Coleman James Tisdell Freddie Encker Carl Tiedell Ben Sullivan Charles Oliver Dallas Tex L. K. Higginbotham Wiley Hacker Henry, Sters,ling Laverneavers Fred’ Lysler Rom Wapanucka High School

Mrs Majure Attending TWU Special Workshop

Mrs Majure attends a Texas Woman's University workshop in July 1924 on integrating home nursing into the home economics curriculum. Sponsored by TWU College of Household Arts and Sciences, the event features Miss Beulah Miles of the American Red Cross as guest speaker.

Delia G, Maiure Texas Woman's University TWU College of Household “Arts Beulah Miles St. Louis the American Red Cross Mature East Cental ‘State College

Ways To Cut Medical Expenses At Prairie Grove Demo Club

The Prairie Grove Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Earl Simmons home with twelve members present. Mrs. Perry Owens presided as they discussed seven ways to cut medical expenses and shared experiences in sickness. Reports on the Vegetable and Flower Show highlighted 29 entries earning blue, red and white ribbons. a forthcoming cookout and summer details were planned for the next meeting.

Prairie Grove Home Earl Simmons Perry Owens Udison W. D. Butler Jane Critchfield Gwens Owens Jake Dykeman C. A. Inman Earl Summons Earl Reece Simmons Jane Critch Field A. L. Hawkins P. A. Qwans A. Cornelius C. As Inman L. Williams A. L. Hawkins Mes W. A. Gray Ear

Master’s Class Party at Ahloso First Baptist

The Master’s Class of Ahloso First Baptist Church gathered at Mrs Wayne Davis home Tuesday evening. Lois Holman led a devotional with Elizabeth Thompson leading prayer. They played games, exchanged gifts, and enjoyed cake cookies coffee and punch. Attendees included Jean Beth Martin Oma Mabel Lillard Anie Ross Wilma Ray Sanders Anita Ross Mary Jo Weddle Ann Ross Marie Dean Joy Nell Avery Dolores Davis Debbie and Barbara Marion.

Ahloso-First- Baptist Church Wayne Davis Lois ‘Holmad Elizabeth Thompson Werte Jéan Beth Martin Oma Mabel Lillard Anie Ross Wilma Ray Sanders Anita Ross Mary Jo Weddle Ann Ross Marie Dean Lois Holman Barbara Marion Joy Nell Avery Dolores Davis Debbie

Miss Darling May and Mr Cash Married in Allen Home

Miss Darling May daughter of Mr and Mrs Clifford May and William Cash son of Mr and Mrs Alfred Cash were married Friday June 16 at 7 30 pm in the home of the bridegroom. Rev L H Michael officiated. The living room altar faced a picture window with a floral arch and pink hydrangea baskets. The bride wore an orchid organza over taffeta street length dress with fitted bodice and bracelet sleeves and white gardenias. A reception followed the ceremony with a four tier wedding cake on the bride’s table and assistance from Miss Ellen May and Mrs Cash among others. The wedding party and guests included Curtis Nelson and family, Mr and Mrs John Palmer, Miss Jo Royet, Mr and Mrs Alfred Cash, Miss Lizzie Cash, Jimmy Cash, Nancy May, Dale Poplin, Barbara Poplin, Judy Massey, and many May relatives.

Darling May Clifford’ May Gerty William Cash Alfred Cash Allen L. H. Michael Eula: Miller Ellen May

Pauls Valley Bride Is Married In Baptist Church

Mrs Kay Nealey and Will H Hunter wed Thursday evening June 15 at the First Baptist Church in Pauls Valley. The bride, daughter of Glen and Mrs. Crouch, wore a brown and white check dress with white accessories. Attendants included Nadine King and others. The couple reside at Latta Trailer Camp Ada. Hunter works for Okatoka Water Line. Mrs Hunter previously worked at Oklahoma Gas and Electric in Pauls Valley. Also notes on hosiery care and hair cap cleaning.

Kay Nealey Will’ H. “B. Hunter First Baptist Church Pauls Valley Pap Glen Crouch Mr. Hunter E. P. Hunter South Nadine King Wyatt Hunter Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company Vicki’ Jo. Crouch Karen Jacks Jeffrey Lynn -Nealey E.P. Hunter Burkhalter E. C. Hunter

Smith Family Reunion at Platt Park

The Smith family and relatives gathered at Platt Park for a reunion. Attendees included numerous members from across multiple towns such as Monks Corner, Choctaw, Searcy, Fort Worth, and Roswell, with many grandchildren and friends listed. They planned two weeks of visiting with extended family, including stops at the Laseman home on Sunday evening.

Platt Park Smith Raff Mrov Melton Keating Bai Searcy Fort, Worth Joey F. “Barnas Caral Jo Cindy Monks Corner S. C.p le Mes Hoyt Rudgens Tames Clark Jerri Lynn Richard Moore Gilbert Smith Donna Stevie Lawton Sherrel Connally Charleston S. C Kathy Mna Sarah Godfrey Roswell Ging Pete Godfrey Madill P. G. Smith Marvin Pierce David Joe Nancy Choctaw Bobby Crawford Port Arthur Tex Kathy Carson Midwest City Juanita Shaffer Choctaw Joe F. Barnes Monks Corner Joe Frank Harnes Sis B. Smith RL O Laseman

Garden Club Picnic at Platt Park Ends Season

Stratford Flower Garden Club closed its season with a Monday night potluck at Platt National Park Sulphur Oklahoma. Attendees shared fried chicken ham salads pies and homemade ice cream then toured the park rides and amusement area with transportation funded by several members.

Stratford’ Flower Garden Club Platt National Park J. B. King King E. W. Millsap Kate Rouse Fern. Millsap L. C. Nichols Nova. Baugh John T. Williams

Cooks top baking powder biscuits with cheese and sesame

Some cooks prefer to finish baking powder biscuits with grated cheddar and sesame seeds before baking. The mix adds a savory, nutty note and a crisp edge to the freshly baked bread.

Council Weighs Animals and Obscenity Codes at Meeting

City council tackled livestock in residential areas and the lack of a clear obscenity ordinance. Officials discussed what constitutes obscene material, potential legal tests, and how a new code would align with state statutes. Other actions included vacating a South Broadway strip, approving wiring raceways, trailer park plans, and a one year extension for Ada Community Theatre lease.

George Gurley Carl Mayball,Jr Jedhim Howe Davidson South Broadway Ainner Marty Morris Howard and Thompson North Broadway Membersialso Ada Community Theatre Wintersmith Park

Crash Ends Five Day Safe Driving Streak in Ada

Two cars at Orchard and Mississippi collide at 5 35 p m injuring Judy Henley 17 and passenger Linda Roberts. Hobert Robinson 35 faces a yield violation while Henley is charged with speeding. Sixteenth Ada traffic accident since June noted in Municipal Court. Shirley Peterson 19 and Glendola Brown 24 charged with assault and public drunkenness. Milburn Leon Cox 28 and Walter Carter 49 face speeding charges.

Say Orchard Mississippi Judy Henley East ‘Eighth Hobert Robinson Miss Henley Linda Roberts Ada Shirley Peterson Glendola Brown Gainst “Milburn Leon ‘Cox Walter Carter

County surveyor post filled by Delaney appointment

Ralph W Delaney Ada engineer was appointed to the county surveyor post to fill the vacancy caused by Charles Holt’s resignation. The Board of Commissioners Gray Thompson and Collins acted Monday. Holt resigned last week. Holt was re elected to the post last year.

Ralph W.delaney Ada Board of Commissioners Delany Charles Holt Holt David Gray Rae Thompson George Collins Delaney

Stonewall Man Faces County Court Action

Stonewall resident Sherrill Thompson was charged with reckless driving and resisting arrest in County Court. Thompson pleaded not guilty as bonds were set by City Marshal Bill Williams. The readable item notes a local criminal action with minimal details.

Stonewall Sherrill Thompson Bill Wiliams Thompson

County Lawmen Put In A Hectic Saturday Night

County sheriff Oren ramps and deputies faced one of the wildest Saturday nights in years as two dozen county residents were jailed. A call from a woman at 1200 North Broadway reported a man with a gun, but officers found only a battered door at Faye’s restaurant and no suspect. One man crouched in grass nearby. Other incidents included a 20-year-old motorist cuting up on Stonewall streets, high speed pursuit, and skid marks from burst tires. Several men were arrested for public drunkenness near SH 13, and two men south of Ada beat a man at a truck stop and cafe. Charges are pending in all cases.

Oren Ramps North Broadway Faye’s Stonewall Bill Williams Williams Jesse Ada

Hickory Baptist Church Plans Dedication Event

The Hickory Baptist Church will dedicate its new building this Sunday June 25 with Rev W P Muga giving the introduction and Rev J T Roberts delivering the dedicatory message. Attendees are invited to bring a basket dinner and spend the day at the church.

Tupelo Votes By Big Margin For Water Project

Tupelo residents on Tuesday approved a major water project by a wide margin to create the town’s first municipal water system. The plan finances a large water well standpipe and distribution system with bonds totaling 56,1001 dollars. Engineer Ralph Delangy led the project planning.

Tupelo Ralph Delangy

Freakish Fire Destroys Two Trucks Near Homer

A freakish fire damaged two logging trucks owned by Jerry Green of Ada after one truck’s carburetor sparked fuel leaving a wet line. Firefighters arrived to douse flames northeast of Homer as the vehicles burned, with damage totaling substantial.

Ada Fire Department Jerry Green Route 3 Ada Homer

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