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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1963
Page
4
In Ada Oklahoma a column notes the seasonal thermostat whipsaw from heat to cold and the revived habit of turning blankets on and off. The piece humorously blames wives for wanting heat off while recounting midnight shivers and the urge to find a heavier blanket to avoid waking guests.
A devotional piece argues the home, not the church, is the first school of faith where God’s will is learned. It claims the Bible’s word, living example, and daily life challenges in homes shape character, prayer, forgiveness, and Christian ambition more than any other institution.
A defense of free thinkers labeled nuts for ideas that challenged the crowd. It cites Columbus Pasteur Einstein and the Wright Brothers to illustrate how revolutionary science and social reforms often originate from unconventional thinkers. The piece urges listening to dissenting voices before dismissing them as fools.
The speech argues Americans are surrounded by numerous organized groups from schools to professional and civic clubs. It notes some groups amass power through dues and influence, often claiming broad membership. The speaker urges forming an organization that opposes needless associations.
The eighth annual Stonewall Day on June 9 invites all residents and former residents to assemble at the Sportsmen's Club Lake for a picnic lunch. Former residents of Tupelo Jesse Frisco Fittstown Union Valley Owl Creek Lula and Stonewall are urged to join with friends and families. Anna Young at 831 East Sixteenth will forward invitations to others with known names.
Cape Canaveral starts with 850 workers in 1950 across 15 000 acres. By the Apollo program peak in 1965 experts estimate a working population of 48 000.
A concise guide from the Oklahoma Bar Association on planning a home build. It covers lot considerations including covenants and easements, zoning rules, building codes, and financing. Emphasizes using a lawyer to prepare contracts and navigate closing real estate deals.
The piece argues pride in lawn care and landscaping boosts rural home value and mood. It emphasizes East Central College's economic and cultural impact on Ada, noting driver safety, highway mowing costs, and the need to improve road design and regulation to prevent wrecks.
Cardamom is the principal export crop of Sikkim and seeds from the forest plant of the ginger family flavor cookies bread curry powder and coffee.
The 1960 census shows Italians as the largest segment of foreign stock in the United States. This designation highlights the prominence of Italian heritage among immigrant communities surveyed by the census at that time.
A collage of aphorisms and quips includes Josh Billings on the golden rule and multiple light anecdotes. It mentions a scene with two Madison Avenue owls and a boy reacting to abstract painting, concluding with a remark about horse design and obsolescence.
A collage of aphorisms from Bill Vaughn Leo J Farrell Pope John XXIII and an attributed last line on reputations. The snippets contrast views on college value executive legibility and meek inheritors with cautionary notes on character and success.
Miss Barbara June Cook of Fittstown is McLish High School valedictorian and Shirley Ann Davis of Harden City is salutatorian. Cook has three years in the Oklahoma Honor Society and serves as circulation manager of the school newspaper while vice president of the student council. Davis is senior class secretary treasurer and senior editor of the McLish Oiler, with three years in the honor society and a Homemaker of the Year award plus a first place in clothing at the East Central State College meet.
The Stonewall high school year closes with a Senior Sermon on Sunday May 19 at 2 30 p m in the auditorium delivered by Casper Duffer East Central State College librarian. Commencement is Tuesday May 21 at 8 p m in the auditorium with speaker Sam Sullivan former district judge now attorney at law in Durant. The graduating class includes Lonnie Alexander Mike Campbell Archie Gregory Charles Lee Hall Johnny Henry Ronnie Holman Bill Vick Curtis Whittington Eddie Wood Joe Wood Doris Angel Christy Braun Betty Cook Patricia Ann Cordray Sharon Harrell George Anne Hatton Glenda Hudson Kaye Phillips Karrel Sanders Donna Kay Smith Wanda Sue Stacy Patricia Thompson Diana Townsend Wanda Williamson.
A classroom moment ends with a student’s odd reply. The teacher asks about bacteria and the pupil humorously confesses ignorance, suggesting only the back door of a cafeteria as a possible source.
In a tense scene a farmer clarifies to the operator that his long distance call is for a sick cow, not a personal matter, highlighting a rural health dilemma.
A collection of aphorisms cites Time and self discipline from Giles H Runyon and Francis Bacon. The quips emphasize digestion saving memory practice and character over mere consumption.
A cautionary note urges drivers to insist on the right of way, promising greater safety and peace of mind for those injured and hospitalized. The message underscores persistent caution and practical driving behavior during recovery.
Report notes a man experiences extreme physical swelling when his back is patted. Medical observers seek explanation for the unusual sensitivity and possible underlying condition.
Many who claim to be overwhelmed by workload are not really working hard. They may be resting or avoiding tasks, while presenting themselves as busy.
A devotional meditation on slowing life’s pace and finding calm amid daily hustle. It contrasts rapid movement with the wisdom of the tortoise and a resilient, growing oak, urging patience, rest, and simple joys.
Ada livestock sale Tuesday saw overall declines of 50 cents to $1 with receipts of 900 cattle and 75 hogs. cattle ranged from $10 to $23.50 with bulls and calves at specified values. stockers and feeders showed varied levels from $19 to $28 for calves and $21 to $25.50 for steers and heifers. hogs moved mainly at $12 to $14 for butcher hogs and $11 to $13 for feeders.
The Groningen natural gas fields in the Netherlands contain no less than 14 trillion cubic feet of gas, a reserve deemed sufficient to power the nation for about five years.
A government research laboratory has been established at Beltsville Maryland to study how growth regulating hormones affect plants. The facility aims to advance agricultural science and improve crop management.
Frisco item notes Dean Wiles slipped on wet ground while waiting for the bus and broke his right arm in two places. He worries about missing school, having not missed a day this term. The Wiles family spent the weekend in Heavener with relatives.
Dora Daniel and family guests visited John Daniel household last Wednesday. Friday visits included Mrs Joe Daniel and Mickey Lew. The Daniels hosted relatives and friends including Jack Daniel Ada and H R Brady at weekend meals. Visits continued Monday with Mr and Mrs John Prater and Monday afternoon with Mrs H R Brady and Mrs June Pharr.
Mrs H R Brady received a surprise birthday dinner Sunday prepared for her return from a morning fishing trip with son in law Howard Pharr. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Johnnie Daniel and girls, L D Brady and family, R V Brady and family from Coal Gate, Lewis Brady and family, Shawnee, Howard Pharr, Barbara Brady, and a grandson from Oklahoma City.
Mrs. Bertie Sherrell and Allie Glenn of Fittstown visited Mrs. Sherrell's brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Coy Byrd recently. Mr and Mrs Byrd visited Mr and Mrs Windell Price Thursday night.
Mr and Mrs Ted Scribner and family spent the weekend with Mrs Scribners parents Mr and Mrs Arthur Johnson. Mr Virgil Johnson and Lehman Ray joined for Sunday dinner. Mrs Arthur Johnson drove Mrs Virgil Johnson to Ada for shopping. Mrs Arthur Johnson visited her mother Mrs John Laxton and delivered aprons she had made.
Mr and Mrs J M Spann attended the homecoming with Julia Margarett and Sue. Steve and David Biggs of Ada spent Saturday night with their grandparents, Mr and Mrs Spann.
Mr and Mrs W L Parrott hosted all their children for a weekend gathering. Pauline Davis of Kermit Texas joined with her mother to visit Mrs Parrott s sister Lorene Underwood in Arkansas, then the group returned home Saturday night. Dale of Albuquerque NM arrived during their trip. Bill Parrott and family from Maysville also spent Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Alva Lowther visited Wednesday afternoon with Alvas parents Mr and Mrs John Lowther in Asher. Glenn Rae McDonald and Roy Lloyd from Tupelo visited during the weekend with Dixon and Gene Lowther.
Vanoss column notes residents respond to heavy rains by mowing and tidying yards. The author Mrs V T Galaway describes a family effort that finally cleared weeds and left the lawn looking neat and orderly.
The passage records several Ada residents visiting friends and family on a Saturday. It mentions Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johns hosting, and visits by Richard and Robert Melton and Sammy Gasaway to Larry Hisaw. Jo Gasaway and Charles Hisaw join Mr. and Mrs. Paul Alford and family for Saturday night in Ada.
Oklahoma City couple Mr. and Mrs. Mike Thomas spent the weekend in the company of Herman E Miller.
Martin Soref of Ada visited Vernon Gasaway on Sunday. Glenn Cornell had a prior visit with Soref on Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Cecil Abston of Ada spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Lum Abston.
Visitors included Otis Coffey and Carol Bennett from Lightning Ridge and W. E. McCullar with Jeff Bailey from Oakland California joining Mr. and Mrs. Aun McCullar and Ani ta and Stephanie Sunday night.
Mr and Mrs Robert Hisan visited Mr and Mrs Odus McGalliard and Jackie Sue and Butch Thursday evening.
Eighty members from various county clubs joined an educational trip to Oklahoma City last Tuesday. Participants include Mrs Geneva McCullar Mrs W E McCullar Mrs Marvin Briggs Mrs Gaylon Hooks Mrs Glenn Cornell Mrs A H Neel Mrs Thelma Perriman and Mrs Pat Coffey representing the Vaness H D Club.
Mr and Mrs Odus McGalliard and Butch and Mr and Mrs Robert Hisan with Donna and Larry attend the Ada bowling tournament Saturday night.
The Vaness Junior Class staged The Girl That I Marry in the school auditorium to a capacity crowd for both afternoon and evening shows. Principal James Barnes praised the class for breaking all school play records. The Rhythm Rebels from Ada performed during intermission and after. Key cast included Jimmy Clay Jo Gasaway Doris Walker Judy Stonecipher Helen Cox LaDonna Welch Sharon Crookham and Jimmy Haskins with sponsors Mrs B M Hatchett C H Stone and Thurman Holland.
Miss Jo Gasaway delivered the welcome at a Vaness Junior-Senior Banquet with over 100 students teachers and school board members in Ada's Pendergrafts Banquet Room. Seniors Jimmy Altom and Gary Stone gave the response and farewell while Cleamon Stone spoke to the faculty and Virgil Romine gave the invocation.
Vanoss Chapter of Future Homemakers elected officers for 1963 64 after nomination and voting last week. Installed at a Hawaiian style banquet Friday night. Officers include President Pat Martin and Vice President Linda Stone with several other posts named.
Seniors finished their annual memory newspaper and distributed copies to students on Friday. They visited East Central State College on Thursday for seniors day activities.
Friday marked eighth grade day with 30 plus visiting students meeting next year’s classmates and teachers. A speech class skit portrayed a hillbilly scene while Vanessa Senior Class honors named Lenora Dorgan and Terry Myers for 4H and FHA leadership and basketball participation.
Miss Myra Nell Garrett Rebee visited with Jo Gasaway Tuesday evening.
Jumping spiders discovered at 22 000 feet on Mount Everest and others inhabit deep caves, showing remarkable range. The report notes high altitude adaptability and diverse habitats.
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