Ada Weekly News and Ada Evening News History Note
The Ada publication history outlines consolidations from the Ada Times Democrat back to 1910 and 1953, detailing publishers editors and postal rates. It references The Ada Evening News and the Age Weekly News, plus delivery by carrier and mail options within and outside Pontotoc County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
ADA Times-Democrat
W. D. Little
Don Cook
Tlt i. Et
Oklahoma
The
News Publishing and Printing Co
Ada Weekly Democrat
Pontotoc County Enterprise
Ada Star Democrat
Ada-Times-Democrat
Ada “Evening News
Age
ADA Weekly
Pontotoc
ADA Evening News
Parker Reservoir Ties to Ada Trade Area and Local Industry
Ada Chamber of Commerce notes potential Parker Reservoir use for an industrial park to spur local jobs. A Ozarks Regional Commission study links the shoe and leather trades to regional water and transport assets, suggesting water release could attract tanneries and shoe manufacturers in Missouri Arkansas Oklahoma Kansas and Louisiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ozarks Regional Commission
Parker Reservoir
Ted Savage
Ada Chamber of Commerce
Ozarks
U.S
America
U. S
Oklahoma Panhandle
Commission
Missouri
Arkansas
Oklahoma
Kansas
Louisiana
Parker
Ada
Carter nomination looms as Democrats head to convention
The piece notes Jimmy Carter’s delegate edge making a first ballot nomination likely and describes liberal and conservative Democrats’ puzzled reactions. It contrasts conventional fight culture with calmer primary timing and reflects on summer hazards and superstition, ending with a cautionary view of the season.
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Jimmy Carter
Carter
Parish Chapel News Highlights Local Visits and Family Ties
The column lists numerous social visits in Levelland and Ada families including Nes sel and Hamblin households. It notes car accident recovery for Larry Don Nes sel and Marlin Hamblin's return home after surgery. Reader entries span relatives in Oklahoma, California, Florida and multiple Texas towns with dances, camp attendance, and weekend trips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norvin Nessel
Francis McCutchen
Levelland
Tex
H. L. Watters
Linda Adkins
Ray Dennis
Dorothy Nessel
Francis
Troy Miller
Virgil Miller
Vaness
Larry Don
Walt Nessel
Midwest City
Susan Hills
Bob
Marlin Hamblin
Hamblin
Ernest Payne
Lindsay
Newell Pennington
Chester Lynn
Pauls Valley
Nevell Pennington
Kenneth Stanfield
Nevell
Wade
Susan Neiswender
Orlando
Fla
Henry Little
E. C. Cavener and Son
Joe Watters
Ada
Nelson
Violet
Mr. Little
Denton McCalley
Estaline Watters
Susan
Sunshine Mary Jo Green Sunday School Attendance Rise
The Sunshine church reports 26 in Sunday School with Kenneth Brady leading the morning messages and Sue Brady singing. A large list of visitors and attending families is noted along with a baby shower for Rita Kay Prince in the church Educational Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
Kenneth Brady
Sue Brady
Pearl Blevins
Karla
Susan
Bob Taylor
Clyde Hobgood
Luena
Sonja Sawyer
Lou Underhill
Pontotoc
Rita
Lori
Earl Sullivan
Ada
Kenneth Williams
Vic Prince
Don Parr
Kay
Donna
Danny
Wayne Patton
Roff
Ruby Crisp
Mary Jo Green
Ben Wyche
Leonard Ford
Mead
Claude Hewett
Georgia Cash
Euelah Mae McGalliard
Mary Jo
Melissa Green
Ada Business and Professional Women’s Club
Nathan Green
Steve
Riverbank
Calif
R. E. Young
Fittstown
J. L. Green
Jesse Green
Noble
Okla
Julia Thomas
Daily Phillips
Royce Phillips
Oklahoma City
James Ford
Margene
Stonewall
Melissa
California
Lee Young
Christy
Michael
John Morgan
Dallas
Bill Morgan
Fitzhugh
Cheyrl Morgan
Roberts
The
Linda Calvert
Tishomingo
Curtis Ross
Harvey Baker
Bea Wyche
Mary Phillips
Maudie Lacy
Texline
Tex
Ethel Phillips
Opal Cook
Jey
Artie Lane
White
Bill Oliver
Sunshine Church
Rita Kay Prince
Virgie Hewett
Jean Heard
Emma
Sheila Heard
Dorthy
Linda
Kari Eager
Joan Prince
Jesse
Susan Green
Lucille
Savanna Sullivan
Wanda
Kay Parr
Eileen Williams
Ruby Ashley
B. L. Benton
Naomi Roquemore
Edna Oliver
Cuba Heard
Luena Sawyer
Pauline Prince
Pam Griffin
Rhonda Faria
Esther Harris
Kay Prince
Saunders seeks District 13 State Senate seat
Ada assistant district attorney Greg Saunders announces his candidacy for the District 13 State Senate seat being vacated by Wes Watkins. He cites districtwide concerns and aims for strong representation. Saunders has deep Oklahoma ties and bar affiliations. James McDaniel is the only other announced candidate.
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Greg Saunders
Ada
Wes Watkins
Saunders
Tulsa
East Central
OCU
Oklahoma Bar Association
Pontotoc County Bar Association
National District Attorneys Association
Pont
Stonewall Day Reunion Draws Residents From Several States
About 300 people attended the 21st Stonewall Day gathering on June 13 at the Stonewall Sportsman's Club Lake. Russell Hale chaired with help from Gale and Reba Daniels in charge of drinks. Ted Reaves will chair the 1977 event. Mrs. Anna Young, Ada, started the reunion 21 years ago and remains active in planning.
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Stonewall Sportsman’s Club
California
Kansas
Missouri
Arkansas
Texas
Russell Hale
Gale
Reba Daniels
Ted Reaves
Byng
Anna Young
Ada
Bible and Gospel Teachings in Context of Authority
A discussion on interpreting scripture within the full Bible and New Testament. It notes Jesus reframes Old Testament commands and Paul in Romans 13 urges Christians to submit to governing authorities as ordained by God.
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Jesus
Paul
Pauls Teachings on Obedience and Civil Resistance
The article argues Romans should be read in light of Christian citizenship and conscience. It cites Pauls imprisonments and the Acts 5 account of Peter and John to show believers may resist authorities when commands conflict with God. It concludes with the principle to obey God rather than men in such disputes.
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Paul
Peter
John
Eggplant Fritters and Fruit Kabob Mix From Kuntry Korner
Eggplant fritters made from 144 pounds of eggplant and basic ingredients fry to brown on a griddle. A separate cranberry cantaloupe smoothie serves in glasses with fruit kabobs for garnish and refreshment.
East Central University to host two summer workshops
This week East Central University offers two summer session workshops. Dr. Ben Harper directs The Gifted and Talented Student from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily in Administration Building Room 252. Dr. Ray Stout leads Civil Defense Preparedness Education in the same hours in Room 261.
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East Central University
Ben Harper
Ray Stout
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Wu’ Sei Oe
Julius Caesar
Mrs. Elma Law
Ed Little
Lorane Letizia
Terry
Irene Wood
Togo Wood
Joan Lewelling
Doyle Bittle
Stratford
Wayne Farmer
Lee Farmer
Homer
Gregg Law
Beaver’s Bend
Broken Bow
Milo Pennington
Jackie Ayers
Pickett Center
Frank Dryden
Paul Tucker
Stratford and
Johnie Lewelling
Howard
Maysville
Aline James
Moore
Ruth Smith
Roseville
Elma Law
John Law
Jewell Hamblin
Hartshorne
Kenneth Martin
Christine Martin
Bill Pierce
Maxwell
Claude Barnes
Cora Cope
Bates
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Watkins’ Seat
James Nash Byrd
Guardian Funeral Home
Elmer Young
Rofs
Criswell Funeral Home
Zethra Paul
Maggie Sawyers
Myrtle Fullerton
Lucinda Hussey
Smith Funeral Home
Mary Shaw
Bsns Ibis
Palestine
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