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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1948
Page
6
A state survey notes odors from the city sewage disposal plant near residences and urges odor elimination through cleaning, landscaping, and removing storm sewer connections. It cites partial submersion after rain and lacking a final settling tank, while praising potential if operation and maintenance improve. City officials plan a program to address these issues and reduce overflow risks.
Judge Thomas P. Holt of Pontotoc county withdraws from the Okahoma state representative race citing business matters. He notes past legislative efforts, including a measure to let people earn money without losing aid and a county commissioner term realignment, and thanks voters for their support while remaining open to future candidacy.
Pic Real Crosson, son of Mrs. G Crosson of Box é szdua City, Oklahoma, completed Air Evacuation Technician training at the School of Aviation Medicine Bar Delph AFES San Antonio Texas. He joins a select Medical Department group slated to serve with flight surgeons and flight nurses in transporting patients by hospital plane. Pte Crosson graduated from Melish High School Fittstown before enlisting on August 11, 1527.
General Electric announced plans to build a gas turbine unit intended for utility service in the United States. The company said the model will feature advanced design and be delivered to a major gas utility in a forthcoming shipment to a city location.
Virgil Hunt in his first term as county treasurer reports no opposition in the race and expresses gratitude for the unanimous backing. He notes a busy season ahead and says he can devote full time to duties without campaigning, believing that an unopposed filing indicates satisfaction with his work. Saturday, 7.
Marine recruiters outline a weekly tour plan with Sergeants Rypar and Bennett visiting towns across Ada area. They will explain Marine Corps enlistment benefits to men 17 to 25, with trips through Asher Maud Serminate Konr twa Sasakwa Wewoka Holdenvilly Aller and other communities. The permanent office operates in the Ada post office, contact 307 Post Office Building for details.
Vanoss high school spellers place first and second at the Nast Central interscholastic meet at Central. Solomon achieves perfect spelling again, while Busth Pit misses only once. Betty Mint finishes third in grammar and Joe Tom Griffitly places third in oral history.
Atoka County Chamber of Commerce secures 140 acres to grow cucumbers for a local market. A community sales barn is planned to provide an adequate livestock market, with a barbecue opening and a radio news broadcast starting May 22. The BPW Club meets in Atoka with Dr. W W Catton as guest speaker and Blue Cross plans discussed.
David Gray, county commissioner for District 1, drew no opponent, ensuring another noncompetitive cycle. He thanks supporters and notes appreciation from friends in the district as he completes his first year in office.
May 1948 calendar highlights Ada city activities starting May 3 with Clean Up Week and a busy school end of year schedule. Events include graduation services, a May Day program, senior recitals, box calgureate services, Aggie Relays participation, and multiple concerts and commencement activities at Ada High School and East Central institutions.
Mas Theyer May 1 report details a tornado near Theyer Kansas causing damaged farms and belated injuries. Publisher Ker Powers cites 20 injury reports as the twister traveled southeast of the town, with livestock fatalities noted.
Ada business leader Frank Ansell announces his candidacy for County Clerk as a Democrat. He is Memorial Park Cemetery manager for ten years with wartime auditor roles at Douglass plant Kahora and Lockheed. Ansell, a Baptist and American Legion veteran, pledges a clean campaign and cooperative service.
Paul Henderson announces his candidacy for County Assessor from northwest of Ada. A native of Purtaoworstie County Bethas, he cites two years as deputy in the county treasurer’s office. He pledges to administer property rolls fairly, aiming to meet public wishes with energy and dedication.
A state health department survey of Ada’s sewage system finds the digester capacity below guidance for heated and unheated digestion. It calls for repairing the heating equipment, improved sludge handling, and reworking sludge beds to reduce odor. The power unit using digester gas is largely inoperative, and limited capacity in sludge drying beds causes odors near the plant.
The Wolf ship from First Baptist Church attended a Fort Sill bivouac on April 23. They camped near an artillery range, learned army chants and KP duties, and joined a survival hike with live chickens issued for map practice. A rainstorm disrupted events but the ship earned a Blackags rating after a dress blues ceremony. Attendees included Skipper John Welbar and Mate Irving Son.
Pawhuska physician Edward Keyes was released on a 2500 bond after arraignment on a charge of oral sale of narcotics. Deputy U S agents filed records in the case. The report notes the physician is about 63 years old and was arrested last night in Bacnedall. Tree leaves contain about 36 percent water.
Local National Guard units launch a recruitment drive led by Major Howard P. Rice and Lt Paul R. Alford with aim to reach full strength ahead of Draft or UMT legislation. The drive targets males 19 to 26, outlines service terms, deferrals for active reserves, and enrollment details at the Armory on Not Broadway Monday through Friday.
Mrs Ditmars of Muskogee was elected president of the University of Oklahoma Mothers organization at its meeting in Norman. Mrs Resim of Norman became secretary-treasurer and Mrs George Miller of Norman was named parliamentarian. A prize for travel went to Mrs Grant Kuener from Rio de Janeiro. District vice presidents were Mrs Eugleton Tul a Ind and others from Ardmore Chickasha and Oklahoma City, with an out of state vice president Mrs Eddie Johnson of Amarillo Texas. The menu included baked sweet potatoes mushrooms stewed with butter or margarine steamed spring onions and creamed corn.
Chas Bushing, the county assessor, announces he will seek reelection citing his record of fair assessments and courtesy. A fuller statement will follow. in the meantime he asks supporters to stay active and invites new voters to inquire about his ability and work.
Two Ada high school seniors Lois Stevens and Arlie Arthur will represent the school at a statewide driver education training contest on May 7. The event tests a comprehensive written exam and behind the wheel driving, with the grand prize a trip to Memphis for the nationwide contest and a new 1949 Ford for each state winner.
John Curtis Barber the oldest prisoner under sentence at the Oklahoma Penitentiary in McAlester petitioned the state criminal court of appeals for his release claiming the state lacked jurisdiction over his case. Barber was sentenced to life for a 1907 Shawnee murder and argues Oklahoma had no authority after statehood. He has escaped multiple times and was free about 19 years last.
Sam Dew, holder of four terms as County Treasurer, announced Saturday he will not seek the sheriff position. He says his farm duties require all his time and he cannot dedicate the effort a campaign demands. Dew notes he is not quitting public service and hopes voters forget him in the future.
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