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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1947

Page

7

Ada County Court Notice of Quiet Title Suit 1947

District court in Pontotoc County Oklahoma names Lillie Kloos as plaintiff in a quiet title action against J M Doss heirs and unknown successors of Ada National Bank and The First National Bank of Ada. Respondents must answer by June 5 1947 or default judgment will grant the plaintiff ownership in the described property in Ada Oklahoma.

Pontotoc County State OF Oklahoma Lillie Kloos J. M. Doss Sarah A. Doss ADA National Bank First Nation Bank OF Ada State OF Ocklahoma County of Pontotoc Towit First National Bank of Oklahoma Emma Wesley A M. Files A. M. Files Indian Base Meridian Lena Vinson Smith Grace Patterson Sophia Huddleston Walter James Huddleston John Ryan Nettie Chandler Homer Prentice District Court Rhoda L. Patterson Walter James Hu L. C. Patterson Luther C. Patterson Opal Lee Patterson Orel Busby Herfinabove

Notice of Hearing Probate Will in Pontotoc County

In Pontotoc County Oklahoma the estate of Thomas Grant Summers deceased Michael Alfred Summers and Ed Summers filed a petition for probate of a will and letters testamentary. A hearing is set for May 23 1947 at 10 00 a m in Ada to prove the will and contest possible objections. The County Judge Tom D McKeown signs the notice dated April 29 1947.

Sam Dew Pontotoc County Oklahoma Francis City Walter Crews Board of County Commissioners Arthur H. MacFarland Alice C. MacFarland Ada Tom D. McKeown Margaret L. Greene Security-First National Bank of Los Angeles National Banking Association Santa Barbara California State of California Mary Waggoner Busby, Harrell & Trice Rsons Tomas Grant Summers Alfred Summers Ed Summers Pontotoc State of Oklahoma Thomas Grant Summers Iseal Susan Johnson Carney Thompson William Johnson Towit NE Range Felix Johnson Marshall County Madill Anna Mary Foster Virgiline Kittell Shawnee County State of Kansas Kansas Ralph F. Glenn Pellt Carl Schenck J. B. Gay

Notice Hearing on Petition for Deed Approval

A hearing is scheduled on petition for approval of deed. The notice lists case details and date 5 15 11W, directing interested parties to appear and present objections or consent. The document references the court or authority handling the matter and the location for the hearing.

Insect diversity estimate before the war in North America

Before the war the U S government estimated there were 69 000 kinds of insects in North America The figure reflects the breadth of entomological diversity recognized by government scientists prior to wartime disruptions.

U. S North

Notice to Creditors for John W Pegg Deceased

Creditors of John W. Pegg deceased must present claims with vouchers to the executors in Allen Oklahoma within four months from April 28 1947 or they will be barred. Dated April 28 1947 Julia A Pegg.

John W. Pegg Allen Oklahoma Julia A. Pegg

Balch on UN power from aviation and waterways

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Emily Greene Balch argues the UN could gain vast influence peacefully through internationalized air travel and waterways, reducing reliance on armed force. She envisions global governance expanding without violence.

United Nations Emily Greene Balch

Unbelievable Giant Clams Kill Humans Near Australia

Reports describe enormous clams with shells near half a ton that allegedly capture and kill people near Australian waters. No confirmed fatalities cited, but warnings issued about handling giant shellfish and avoiding reef areas where they lurk.

Australia

Notice to Creditors in Nancy Bethune Estate

In the matter of the estate of Nancy Bethune enrolled as Nancy Gibson Chickasaw Indian Roll No 3789 deceased creditors must present claims with vouchers to Joseph Allen Bethune executor at Fred Andrews attorney First National Bank Building Ada Oklahoma within four months of the date herein or be forever barred Dated May 9 1947.

M. Belle Sperry Grant Whipple Claude V. Thompson First National Bank Ada Oklahoma Frank Crawford Norris Frank C F. C. Norris J. C. Norris Nancy Bethune Nancy Gibson Joseph Allen Bethune Fred Andrews

Community visits from Vanoss and Ada residents

Mrs Ida Berger hosted visitors including Mr and Mrs Sandy Dacon and their children from Oklahoma City and others from Oklahoma City Ada and Vanoss. Lois Lillian Dyer and Beth Brewington visited Lena and Jean Walker. Mrs Jessie Whisenbunt visited relatives at Lightning Ridge Sunday.

Ida Berger Sandy Dacon Oklahoma City Frank McNamara Sam Wood Wilson Phillips Ada C. A. Berger Vanoss Lois Lillian Dyer Beth Brewington Lena Jean Walker Jessie Whisenbunt Lightning Ridge

Weekend visits and family notes in Lonnie Walker area

Ed Walker spoke with Lonnie Walker Sunday. Roberta Glasgow spent the weekend with Carvin and Cummins. Beth Brewington visited Georgia Pitt Monday afternoon. Mattie Miller spent Sunday with Clint Childers. Arter and son called on Darwin Cummins and family. J H Eaves of Purcell spent Sunday with J J Shaw. Nat Hilton and wife visited their daughter at Redden last week. Mary Ragland spent Sunday with daughter Jewell Hodges.

Beth Brewington Georgia Pitt Arter Darwin Cummins Mrs Nat Hilton Redden Mary Ragland Jewell Hodges

Ancient Sequoias and Tule Cypress Ages Compared

The sequoia trees of California are estimated at 3,000 to 4,000 years old while the Tule Cypress in Mexico is believed to be 4,000 to 6,000 years old.

California Tule Mexico

Local Social Notes Highlight Johnson Hodges Gathering

Lucille Johnson hosted Saturday night with Earlene Hodges. Mr and Mrs Guy Northcutt of California visited Wednesday with sister Mrs Mary Rag.

Lucille Johnson Earlene Hodges Guy Northcutt California Mary Ragand

Visitors at the Turner home Sunday

Those calling in the Turner residence Sunday included Earlene Hodges Mrs Clint Childers Sam my Hunt Mrs Earl Hodges Mrs Mary Ragland Mrs M J Brewington and Mrs Lum Abston.

Turner Home Earlene Hodges Clint Childers Sammy Hunt Earl Hodges Mary Ragland M. J. Brewington Lum Abston

U to Jail Any Agitators In Reich Now

Frankfurt dispatch reports Gen Lucius D Clay warning agitators in the U S occupation zone will be jailed if they try to exploit the food crisis. He cautioned of potential strikes but urged avoiding force, and outlined plans to ease shortages with grain shipments dried milk and farm hoard reductions. Increased German opposition to U S policies was noted by American observers.

Richard A. O’regan Frankfurt Germany Lucius D. Clay Communist Party United States U. S Clay Stieler Fulda

Ordinances Tighten Water Use and Sewer Charges

City council approved two ordinances to curb water use for large air conditioning systems and to set a sewer service charge for properties outside limits. The air conditioning rate starts now and runs to Oct 16 1947 with meter requirements for large units. The sewer charge, 30 cents per thousand gallons, applies to industrial waste and connected properties, with discontinuation power for nonpayment.

Boy Drowns After After-School Swim in Chandler Park

Donald Beaty an 11 year old Chandler boy drowned in a creek at Chandler city park after three friends failed in rescue attempts. He is the sixth drowning victim in the state this month per highway patrol.

Chandler Okla Donald Beaty Donald Clyde Beaty Highway Patrol

The Coalgate Man Writes In To News

J K Young of Route 4 paid up for The Ada News. Mrs Barton has moved back to Coalgate with daughter Opal who runs a drive in south of the courthouse. The Ada News office is at Tom's Shoe Shop serving rural routes and town readers.

J. H. Johnson Coalgate Ada News J. K. Young J. K Barton Ada Opal Tom

California Grapes Crushed Each Year For Wine And Brandy

A million tons of grapes in California are crushed annually to produce wine and brandy, reflecting the state's long standing viticulture and alcohol industries.

California

Food Safety And Service School Set For Next Week In Ada

About fifty people from 27 dining establishments attended a Tuesday night planning session led by Frank M. Barrett of the state education board and B I Poe of the county health department. They announced a 10 hour training course to run Monday through Friday with three daily time blocks. The program covers food handling sanitation and service methods. Each participating firm will receive a cooperative card for 80 percent attendance and individuals will earn diplomas for 80 percent class completion. The schedule allows all employees to attend. Local firms represented include Argo's Gwins Cliff's Place Hamburger King Pendergraft cafe Mexican Food shop West Main Grill Lopez's cafe Silver Dollar Eldridge cafe Kit Kat Bud Rich Ada Coffee shop Virgie and Bertha's Place Lillian's Pallas Cafe Town Tavern Dee's Lunch Green's Cafe Don's Steak House Aldridge Hotel Coffee Shop Lees Cafe Jim's Quick Lunch Hibbard's Cafe Dixie and Stockman's Recreation Place.

Adamet Frank M. Barrett State Board of Education Division of Distributive Education Oklahoma Restaurant Association B. I. Poe County Health Department Ada Barrett Argo’s Gwins Cliff's Place Hamburger King Pendergraft Cafe West Main Grill Lopez's Cafe Silver Dollar Eldridge Cafe Kit Kat Bud Rich Ada Coffee Shop

Allen Legionnaires Sponsor Ball Game

Allen American Legionnaires sponsored a Sunday baseball game between the high school team and post members with outsiders filling in. The high schoolers won 12 to 11 in a high scoring tight contest. BuddY Yount pitched for the younger players while R C Taylor and Smith pitched for the Legion. Proceeds go to the post building fund.

Allen American Legionnaires Buddy Yount R. C. Taylor and Smith The Legion Post

Costa Rica Exports Over 150 Tons of Live Turtles in 1945

Costa Rica shipped more than 150 tons of live sea and land turtles during 1945, reflecting a robust export of reptile products. The report outlines bulk consignments and trading partners amid regional wildlife commerce.

Costa Rica

Ada gardens bloom as affordable groceries aid families

A strolling Ada reporter notes many residents grow vegetables in backyards from small 20 by 20 feet plots to whole lots. Families like Mrs. W. B. Nunley and veterans in East Central apartments rent plots to cut grocery costs, savoring fresh produce and outdoor work.

Ada East Central With Hoe

Senate approves 350 million relief fund for war-torn nations

The Senate voted 79 to 4 to approve a 350 million dollar relief program for Europe and Asia with 75 million advance by the reconstruction finance corporation and a compromise path with the House toward a final 275 million or 350 million package. Countries named include Austria Greece Hungary Italy Poland China and Trieste.

Washington Senate Europe Asia Truman State Department House Marshall Austria Greece Hungary Italy Poland China Trieste Turkey McClellan D-Ark Russia Lodge R-Mass United States Vandenberg R-Mich Reconstruction Finance Corporation RFC

Civilian Naval Reserve unit ready for Ada equipment

The Ada based Civilian Naval Reserve Company 922 Electronics Warfare Unit awaits $150,000 worth of gear including three large transmitters receivers a radar set and telegraphic typewriters for training. Brown Mackin directs with James Griffith as executive officer and five officers on board. Enlistment opens to men aged 17 to 40 and many with prior communication work are already signed.

Naval Ada Co. 922 Brown Mackin James Griffith

Childer Dies At Age Of 74 Today

OKLAHOMA CITY May 13 C C Childers 74 veteran Oklahoma state official died today after a long illness He was state auditor elected in 1922 and retired last January He also served as secretary of state and on the corporation commission He was a Democrat survived by his wife and a daughter Funeral services set for 4 pm Wednesday

Oklahoma City C. Childers Oklahoma Corporation Commission Childers John C. Walton A. S. J. Shaw Coporation Commission

Afton Man Killed in Train Collision Near Vinita

Earl Preston of Afton, 49, was killed when his car collided with a westbound Frisco passenger train two miles east of Vinita. Fog was reported as Preston drove to the state hospital in Vinita about 5 30 a m. The crash happened at a county road grade crossing.

AFTON Vinita Oklo Earl Preston Highway Patrol Preston

Alumen: Romans Used Sea Salts to Make Aluminum Dye

The fragment notes that the term aluminum derives from alumen a compound formed from sea salts used by Romans for dies and shanaineen.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Della Bedford June Fleming BUSBY Harrell & Trice Plaintiff Alice C. Mac Farland Arthur H MacFarland Thompson & Braly, Attorneys For Administrator Mack M. Braly Margaret L Greene Thomas Grant Summers Chickasaw Geo. L. Sneed Hrorace D. Payne U. & Probate Petitioner Durant Busby, Harrell Anna Mary Foster John W Pegg Guy Pegg Frank C. and F C. Norris Busby, Harrel & Trice Kate Caton Busby Harrell & Trice Ed Walker Lonnie Walker Roberta Glasgow Carvin Cummins Mattie Miller J. H. Eaves of Purcell J. J. Shaw Philadelphia General Hospital William Hallowell Quigley Hewitt Carl Haas Walter Hill Ray Cunningham NEA U. 5 Reich Food Safety and Service Allen Legionnaires By John Clayton Mississippi Avenue Beard Avenue Seventh Eighth Streets W. B. Nunley East Seventh North Beard J. H. Kurkendall Senate Okays Civilian Naval Reserve Company Childer
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