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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1951
Page
7
The District Court in Wossiton and Toro County grants notice in the matter of T. Merrick and Anni Merrick, executors and administrators of Al Alderson deceased, against the State of Oklahoma and other claimants. Court action seeks proper adjudication and involvement of executors and heirs in the estate proceeding.
Omar C. Brandon files in Pontotoc County District Court to quiet title against heirs and unknown successors of Alpha M Alderton and W C Brandon Furman C Brandon and Vada Brandon alleging ownership of East 35 feet of Lot 16 and West 25 feet of Lot 21 in Block 133 Ada Citysite and seeking judgment that defendants hold no claim to the property with the court to determine heirship and distribute interests. The filing warns defendants to answer by May 15, 1951 or judgments will grant plaintiffs possession.
The State of Oklahoma to the heirs of Sina Fulsome and Pharo Fulsome Chickasaw by blood. Notice of a suit to quiet title to 760 acres in Pontotos County Oklahoma excluding oil coal and other minerals. Respond by June 15 1931 or the petition will be adjudicated in favor of the plaintiffs. Court clerk Abe Bulloway.
Northern Africa’s Chad Lake spans about 6000 square miles yet never exceeds five feet in depth. The Ada News notes weak returns from the western area and seeks clarification on the measurement and reporting.
Judge John Boyce McKeel presiding in district court as demurrers motions and trials proceed. Cases heard include James Klrich vs Taswell H Cutts et al with dismissal and trials, Otis Elevator Co. vs H S Moore stricken, Valley View Hospital vs T T Maxey quash motions overruled, and State of Oklahoma vs Willard A Brumley demurrer among others. Remaining Wednesday afternoon listings show default judgments and further trials across multiple dockets.
Ex paratrooper Richard Beckman, 25, fell six stories from scaffolding at a Fairbanks apartment project yesterday. He landed on a concrete sidewalk, suffered bruises and a possible rib fracture, but survived with lucky cushions from his outstretched arms. Beckman, a World War II 101st Airborne veteran from Seattle, described the moment rope failure sent him plummeting and noted he felt no fear as he hit the ground.
Plaintiffs allege ownership of Lots 1 and 2 in Block I of the Original Townsite Ada Oklahoma in Pontotoc County. The petition seeks to quiet title and bar any adverse claim, with answer due by June 26, 1851, and outlines court proceedings dated May 26, 1941. The notice is signed by Clerk ABZ Holloway and attorneys MCARTEUR and ORTON. The record mentions cotton fiber and cotton seed oil as related notes.
A burly, famed craftsman known as the best worker in France lives on site in the Church of St. Odile steeple. Robert Barriot, master seppersmith and violinist, relocated his family to decorate the on site altar and enamel copper art, living amid dim rooms, bunks, and musical instruments. He claims ancient Persian enamel methods revived after four years of study, with a house filled by antique cupboards, a baby grand piano, and a steady rhythm of hands on work nightly.
A French craftsman, inspired by ancient methods, forges religious panels and robust profane works using only three hammers two punches a hand-vice and a file He mocks the old masters while admitting the seven fire enamel process requires overnight firing His works include twelve foot by ninety inch panels for St Odile and macabre friezes like Danse Macabre Gargantua and The Seven Deadly Sins with patrons drawn to the stark realism of medieval sculpture.
In a rare interview Chiang Kai-Shek told the AP that nationalist forces on Formosa could halt communist aggression in Korea with a counteroffensive from the island. He said a large-scale operation would take about six months to launch after equipment and supplies are secured, and warned against fear-based propaganda by the Reds. He affirmed the Chinese people will never accept militant communism and that only a Formosan counteroffensive can relieve oppression on the mainland.
A Chicago report shows a 23 year old male could pay at least 34703 in taxes by age 65 with federal and state levies totaling 22 percent of future earnings. Items include income, property, social security, excise, telephone, travel, and sales taxes plus duties on liquor and cigarettes.
Sulphur parishioners prepare a four department VBS with W. S. Moonyham as principal. Mrs J Hy Hi leads the Besioners, Mrs W S Moonyham supervises primacy, Mrs R J Norwood heads Juniors, and Mrs C C Higgins oversees Intermedists. Enrollment set for Saturday May 26 from to 10 a m. Participants ride in a parade using horse drawn wagons through town.
Private Metcalf recalls convoy life in Korea, noting Koreans barter for money and goods with high prices. He describes food prefs, housing, and changing population shifts from Pusan, while planning a return to the United States after overseas duty.
In a fragmented report, Truman Lashesto Comiane tren Page Oat implies that full scale war would cost 10 to 20 times as much weekly as the current program. He urges Congress to disclose its leaders positions.
Washington says the Agriculture Department forecasts that high food prices will stay fairly stable at least until early summer barring changing international conditions that spur demand. Retail prices rose about 15 percent in the first quarter with meals eggs fats oils and processed fruits and vegetables showing the largest increases. The department cautions prices may rise later but controls credit limits and tax policies could curb further increases while meat supply this year is expected to average 148 pounds per person carcass weight versus 144.5 last year.
Konawa announces a summer band program with enrollment set for June 4. J. H. Irwin, head of Konawa High School music department, will lead the course through July with daily classes Monday through Friday. A number of beginners is expected to enroll.
A collage of quotes from Ridgway Pearson Pearson and Adenauer plus a line about the Diskenbure mountains and the production of soda ash noting coal use. The text weaves political opinion, diplomacy and a brief industrial fact about Africa’s mountain range and glass production inputs.
New York reports a wave of men s suiting entering retail by month end as DuPont synthetic fibers including Viracle and bacron blends challenge all wool. Hans Schaffner and Marx and others plan limited runs at 79 50, touting improved care, wrinkle resistance, and heat tolerance.
Ray L. Gadaire Sunbeam Corporation Chicago factory representative will host a session for Ada area appliance dealers and trade territory. The event showcases new Sunbeam items and merchandising strategies, with Gadaire presenting sales details.
Antimacassar ideas for upholstered seating show a streamlined approach for quick sewing repairs and new slipcovers. Readers can craft partial covers with contrasting fabric, add trims, or train at sewing centers to extend furniture life. The piece notes decorative edging tips and suggests using fabric to camouflage wear while mentioning plastic air extraction history.
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