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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1963
Page
4
Ada is demolishing the old City Hall after finding a severely deteriorated roof. Rafters rotted, ceiling plaster suspended by rotted hangars posed a collapse risk. authors fault past inspections and warn the building could have killed someone if left.
The author laments short lived public structures like Ada's City Hall and criticizes modern flashy designs. They urge durable, timeless construction on campuses and in churches, noting European and Ivy League examples, while warning against fad architecture and temporary materials. They favor continuity, scale, and future growth.
Officials defend crime policy as costly yet necessary to fund enforcement and prosecutions. They warn criminals migrate to softer counties where offenders are not vigorously prosecuted, noting the grapevine among criminals outpaces any town’s cheap communications.
A devotional meditation on Psalm 146 and the practice of praising God for reasons. It argues that genuine worship flows from a full heart, not mere duty, and that God is the originator of all good while humans often falter. It discusses creation, faithfulness, justice, providence, and the role of people in doing good.
A Phoenix area woman, parked by a grazing sheep herd, decides to take a lamb as a pet. A nearby man, Luis Espil, warns the owner might object. The owner asserts ownership, and a dispute ensues.
The Veterans Administration reports almost 5 billion dollars in GI loan funding issued to about 6 million veterans. The figure reflects massive government support shaping veteran home financing and benefits.
This Oklahoma Bar Association column urges readers to spot legal risks early and consult a lawyer. It highlights changes in status, buying or selling, entering contracts, and rights threats as triggers for will updates, debt scrutiny, and better legal aid with live and cold facts. Time sensitivity matters.
An evocative reminiscence recalls a warm oak beamed living room where family gatherings banished cares and shared laughter. A counterpoint notes a father blocking his teen daughter from joining the Peace Corps, doubting her impact abroad.
A test pilot in the Air Force’s newest rocket plane completes preflight checks and asks if anything is amiss noting the craft was assembled by the lowest bidder. The remark underscores concerns over quality in high‑tech systems and the risks faced by young men leaving home to seek grand ventures.
A second grade teacher asks where Houston is and a young student responds that Houston is playing in Los Angeles tonight, then wonders where they will be tomorrow. The quote shows playful misperceptions about cities and travel.
A veteran observer scolds a young male employee amid flirtatious attention from office young ladies. He counsels the youth to value a schoolteacher, praising restraint and the virtue of listening to an answer.
A professor asks about civilization while a student deflects with a witty reply that hints at starting the civilization themselves. The exchange captures a humorous moment on campus reflecting ambition and skeptical optimism.
A collage of quips. The lines contrast quick and wed men, Mars life, and a woman’s view on fiscal fitness, attributed to Robert Orben and O A Battista.
The piece links President Kennedy's visit to a moment in history, notes German support for his peace speech, and urges Oklahoma to pursue new industrial products from natural resources. It argues oil, cement, lumber, and minerals built the state, but overcapacity requires targeted research to create markets and keep industry local.
A mother acts as the family finder locating a teen sweater and missing French book, while a one girl search party uncovers a monkey wrench. The prose interweaves quotes from Galbraith Churchill and Golden, reflecting on effort, belief, and religion.
Pu ikuski County reports a local spring known as Two O Clock Spring near the Rockcastle River on Mrs Pearl Garner's farm. The spring flows daily from about 2 a.m. to 2 p.m. and then dries for 12 hours, offering a steady daytime display just east of Somerset.
A short witty note contemplates how asking a woman her age remains a sensitive social minefield. It suggests changing norms may reduce discomfort and laughter about age labels.
Pontotoc County faces dangerous highway curves that require correction to reduce wrecks on safer routes. Wild drivers risk serious accidents until upgrades are completed.
A brief decade ago Ada residents saw a summer revival of creek swimming as runoff from Byrds Mill flowed in. Soon new swimming pools drew crowds, ending the creek’s recent prominence after about twenty five years of little local swimming.
Water pollution experts warned of chemical pesticides and weed killers while industrialists and the Forest Service disputed harm. Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring intensified calls for research to separate harmful substances from beneficial practices and to protect farm reservoirs for fish and wildlife.
The piece questions the phrase gracious living, noting it is seen as the exclusive property of the wealthy. It argues this perception is limiting and asks why such living is labeled gracious when many cannot afford it.
A compact aphorism notes that by taking smaller chances we prepare to seize bigger ones. The line suggests patience and gradual stepping stones build readiness for major opportunities.
A fragment warns against leaning too far backward with a vivid adage about balance and risk, implying caution in posture or stance. The terse line uses a colloquial rhythm to underscore the consequence of overreaching.
The Ada Weekly prints a readers call for submissions to the It Seems column as it resumes after a temporary retirement. The Egypt correspondent offers a rural note about gardening pests and DIY corn worm remedies, plus memories of peanut shaking and farming life.
Velma Henderson thanks The Ada Weekly for the correspondence coverage in last week’s issue as Minnie Lewis Oil Center notes the value of local news and journalists.
Lightning Ridge reports Frank Gideon from Oklahoma City visited Mr and Mrs Vernon Van Schuyver. Byars saw a Thursday afternoon visit by the Van Schuyvers with the Harrison Beets party and guns. Stratford rodeo was attended Thursday night by the Van Schuyvers. Roy Cantwell and Carl Wall visited the Van Schuyvers on different evenings.
Mrs Lela Wall with Darlene and Sherry visited Mrs Vermell Shumard on Saturday. Mrs Wall along with Vernon Everett Darlene and Sherry attended the Stratford Rodeo Thursday night. Mr and Mrs James Briggs were Sunday dime guests of Mrs Wall and children.
Mrs Louie Stewart visited Monday afternoon with Mrs Thelma Perriman. The brief social call highlights two local residents sharing a social visit in the afternoon.
Mrs Ed Coffey and Mrs Thelma Perriman attended the Wintersmith Parl picnic on Friday with Danny and Dennis and Patsy Young joining Elaine and Clay.
Mrs Norma Van Schuyver visited Mrs Frank Harbor Tuesday evening.
Mr and Mrs Henry Dew with Ida Jane Beth Eugene Lindsay visited Mr and Mrs N S Vandegriff Monday. They went to Lake Texoman to camp and fish for a few days. On Tuesday the ladies and children returned home while the men fished longer. Elmer Reed Ahloso stayed Thursday night and Friday with his sister and family.
Steve and Vickie Roundtree returned home to Tulsa on Wednesday, ending a brief trip away. The couple arrived safely, greeted by family members at their residence.
Oklahoma leaders urge nationwide bell ringing at 2 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on July 4 to honor Independence Day. Dr. Douglas V. Magers chairs a state committee coordinating 77 county efforts with church groups, educators and veterans organizations, urging local participation and bell displays across Oklahoma to commemorate freedoms.
After visiting their grandparents, Mr and Mrs Garrett Beller attended a Gaar Corner church supper in Glenwood and joined a youth rally at Pauls Valley. They also visited Mr and Mrs Barney Hall and went to Park Friday night and Thursday night events.
Howard Briggs and Billye Au ten attended Gayle Frederick's wedding shower at the Gressett home in Ada. The group later saw a movie, attended church at Pickett Methodist, and shared visits with the Cornell and Vaness households plus relatives from Oklahoma City and Philadelphia.
Norman and Norrel Vandegriff and Tommy Thurman fished at Lake Texoma Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. N. S. Vandegriff, Marie and Tommy and Mrs. Lela Wall, Vernon, Everett, Darlene and Sherry spent Monday picnicking in Sulphur.
Jimmy Ragland of Oklahoma City brought Mr and Mrs Frank Townsley of Ada to visit Mr and Mrs Lloyd McIlroy on Wednesday Mrs Geneva McCullar visited Thursday night Townsley also visited Saturday afternoon with the McIlroys.
Mr and Mrs Roy Cantwell attended a farm sale at Albert Cassidy’s near Fittstown on Saturday. Numerous Cantwell relatives and friends visited, including the Morrison, Dennis, Thompson, Kimmel, Woolly, Young, Hatcher and Cantwell families. Lynnwood Cantwell and family planned a Riverside California departure.
Mrs Neff and Linda visited Mrs Kimmel Tuesday evening. Mr and Mrs Junior Kimmel of Bristow came Sunday to visit his parents, Mr and Mrs Mile.
The article lists multiple family members visiting and grandchildren ranging in number. Marietta, Jesse Eben, Quicn Fay and Randy are noted as having already visited for a week. Mr and Mrs Karl Wall and Mr and Mrs Kimmel are also mentioned with visits including the grandchildren.
Mrs. Carl Coffey visited Mrs. Thelma Perriman and Mrs. Ed Coffey in Oklahoma City with Carla and Karen Monday.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Crawley of Amarillo Texas visited relatives including Mr and Mrs Tom Price and Mr and Mrs John Crabtree. They traveled to Lake Texoma for fishing and spent time with Clint Stewart and Wendel Stewart family. Bill Nelson and Shade Price were also seen visiting.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Moore and daughters Lisa and Teresa from Oklahoma City visited their relatives Mr and Mrs Clyde Moore Mr and Mrs James Ward and Raymond over the weekend in FITTSTOWN. Lisa stayed a week with her grandparents while Donna and Danny Moore returned home with the visitors.
Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Cook spent Sunday in Oklahoma City visiting their daughter Charlene Davis, Mr. Davis and Mark.
Visiting in the home of Mr and Mrs Dale Howry and children Sunday were Dell Howry Ada and Mr and Mrs Bill Foster and Jeve Calvin Pamela Howry accompanied her grandparents Mr and Mrs Foster home for a few days visit
Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Blevins hosted Monday night guests. Attending were Bill Blevins, nephew, and his wife from McAlester. Also present were their son in law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Leon Scarbrough of Ada.
Mr and Mrs George Reed, longtime Ada residents, have moved back to Fitts Town after living in Ada for several years.
Mrs Patton and Mr Patton hosted relatives including her sister and brother-in-law Mr and Mrs Milburn and their children Power Andy and Mickey Haworth to Friday evening at the Patton residence.
Mrs. Patton hosted guests at her home Wednesday including M Patton's cousin and wife Frank Bullock Eunice New Mexico Bob Nabors Oklahoma City Patton relatives Clint Bumpas Campbell California and M T Bumpas Ref pages continued on Page 5
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