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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1971

Page

4

Taken For Granted Hunting Rights And Hunting In America

The piece contrasts American and European hunting and fishing norms, noting open public waters in the United States and rising restrictions. It cites Oklahoma as an example of commercial hunting and outlines cultural attitudes toward firearms, training, and safety. It also compares Soviet restrictions, where hunting is state controlled and rifles are prohibited for citizens.

America Oklahoma Russia

Family Lawyer Opposes Fingerprint Use in Case

Harold objected to fingerprinting as a violation of Fifth Amendment rights but the court ruled forced prints permissible, arguing privacy limits and public safety. The case explored whether fingerprints help or hurt justice, with the defense invoking elemental justice as the prisoner was freed.

Harold Mny Cowl

Mary and Martha Caretaker Reflects on Service

A heartfelt message from Mrs. Gayle Ole describes staying with a late husband and his son, bringing order and cheerful meals. She vows daily service, tending the home with two women’s touches and wholesome food, as a Mary and a Martha figure.

Mary Martha

Field Trips Through Biology Class Recalled

In nostalgic tone the piece recalls high school biology field trips as spring arrives. It contrasts awkward adolescent misadventures with the lasting value of observing nature, noting pollen sprays, poison ivy mishaps, and the lure of later life where field trips become richer photographic and natural explorations.

Oklahoma

Parable of the ten maidens and the kingdom lesson

Jesus teaches the kingdom through parables not abstract terms. In Matthew 25 the ten maidens wait with lamps for the bridegroom, illustrating readiness, watchfulness, and the timing of the kingdom. The bridegroom’s arrival is indefinite, creating suspense and highlighting preparedness by true followers.

Jesus Palestine

Galley Wanting Around the County

Local notes show Ruby Dryden visiting Mrs. Virgie Pennington and multiple neighbors visiting relatives in San Frances Nursing Home and Ada area. Attendees include Austell Horton family, Florence Isaacs, Florence Sages, and various Hortons, with trips to Oklahoma City for family events and church conventions noted. The weekly column blends social calls with a sermon reflection on readiness for the kingdom.

Ollie Tucker San Frances Nursing Home M. BR. Tucker Londa Flora Carter Togo Wood Myrtle Passmore Sue Passmore Florence Sages Tim Cox Austel Horton Rachel Horton Bertha Smith Austell Horton Pearl Rowlette Oklahoma City Wendell Pettigrew Austell Morton Ella Burch Barclay Thompson

Funeral attendance recalls Lightning Ridge families

The Venus Arno Griffith family and many neighbors gathered in Ada for the funeral of Lula Brice. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Jack Griffith Fort Worth and extensive kinship from Ardmore Stillwater Vanoss and Francis. The community shared prayers and memories as several relatives visited hospitals and attended local events.

Arno Griffith Lula Brice Jack Griffith Fort Worth Charles Griffith Ardmore Don Brickett Stillwater Max Griffith Barney Brice California T. J. Roquemore McDonald Anno Griffith May Johnson Ft. Worth Arno Griffith Valley View Ken Ownhey Ezra Holland Remme Tiffin Earl Roe Oma Enloe Vanoss Vanoss High School Jessie Matheron Glory Betty Cunningham Elva Kemp Steve Bray Ada Seulah Holliday Kenny Penny Bray Union Hid Baptist Church Spence Normal Jimmy James Bennett Karl Tilley Mes Carlene McNutt Lyon E. Dee Scroggins Ballards Nurs Francis Hd Sur Piery Grace Griffith Ben Ownbey Kenneth Stanfield Naomi Stanfield Auli McCullar Vaness

EC Gets Grant for Sixth Upward Bound Program

East Central State College won a $106 848 federal grant for its sixth summer Upward Bound program announced by Congressman Carl Albert and Senators Harris and Bellman. The eight week session starts June 9 offering academics plus social and cultural activities. Director Dr. Robert Hasskarl notes planned changes to courses and faculty as the program continues. Upward Bound enrolls about 100 high school juniors and seniors annually.

East Central State College Carl Albert Fred Harris Henry Bellman Upward Bound Robert Hasskarl

Authorities Probe Death of Local Child

County authorities investigate the Monday night death of an 18 month old girl living north of the city. An autopsy found internal injuries possibly from a blow or a fall. Two people were taken for polygraph tests and residents are being questioned. No arrests or charges as of this morning.

Oklahoma City

McAlester Guard Charged With Drug Smuggling

AP report states a second guard at the McAlester state penitentiary was arrested for smuggling drugs into the facility. The 24 year old Jimmy Dan Rogers of Eufaula was earlier charged with marijuana possession and drug smuggling, pleaded innocent, and released on $5,000 bond.

McAlester State Penitentiary Jimmy Dan Rogers Eufaula

Hall To Speak At Tishomingo Chamber Banquet

Gov. David Hall will be the main speaker at the annual installation banquet of the Tishomingo Chamber of Commerce at 7 p.m. in the Murray State College student union. New officers include Don Hall president Hugh McLaughlin first vice president Johnny Sneed and vice president. Directors for three years are Gene Lafitte and Reid Hutchens one-year directors Jo O Dell and Larry Hoffman holdover directors Don Batt and Jeff Cox. Only 250 tickets will be sold due to space, available at the Chamber office at 201 Kemp.

Tishomingo David Hall Tishomingo Chamber of Commerce Murray State College Student Union Don Hall Hugh McLaughlin Johnny Sneed Gene Lafitte Reid Hutchens Jo O'Dell Larry Hoffman Don Batt Jeff Cox Kemp

Union Hill Basketball Tourists In Oklahoma City

Those attending the basketball games in Oklahoma City recently were Mr. and Mrs. Union Hill community members.

Sybil Collins Nora Roper Billy Joe Adams Joel Pamela Joni Rhonda Ole Praley Oklahoma City Mics

Ada Students to Participate in Mock Legislature

Seven East Central State College students will join the Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature at the State Capitol in Oklahoma City in April. Angela Ables and James Branan, both listed with parent addresses, join classmates Randy Parsons Roger Middleton Joy Crouch Joe Harris and Steve Gierhart with alternates Jamies Wier Jon Flowers and Larry Hayes. East Central participates for the first time as junior colleges and others. Three bills from the collegiate group have already passed the Legislature.

Angela Ables James Branan East Central State College Oklahoma State Capitol Oklahoma City Miss Ables Georgeann Ables Park Dr Branan 1726 Mississippi East Central Randy Parsons Roger Middleton Joy Crouch Joe Harris Steve Gierhart Jamie

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