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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1964
Page
4
A historical note identifies the 1901 establishment date linked to the Ada Times-Democrat merger, marking a key origin for the local newspaper tradition. The merge fused two regional papers into a single title.
Publication history for Ada Oklahoma's newspaper chain shows consolidation events from 1910 to 1953 including Ada Weekly Democrat Pontotoc County Enterprise Ada Star-Democrat and Ada Times-Democrat. It notes pricing by mail and carrier, with editions The Ada Evening News and Ada Weekly News.
The column compares punctuality to military discipline and notes the waste of waiting for late people. It argues that habitual lateness shows disregard for others and the value of time, while acknowledging occasional delays by doctors and businesspeople. It urges making satisfactory arrangements to respect others.
Editorial notes rising vandalism and disregard for private property as new lakes attract public use. Landowners retrofit security. gates rammed by cars. advocates urge courteous behavior and respect for property rights to preserve future lake access and enjoyment.
The Oklahoma Petroleum Council plans final 1964 area meetings in Ada and Lake Texoma Lodge. Area 3 covers 16 counties with dinners at 6 30 p.m. Each session will feature a color slide on the council program. Local arrangements are led by Martin Clark and Joe F Gary.
Three county youths faced larceny charges in Ada JP court for allegedly stealing a pig from Bessie Pierce on May 10. Francis Colby Tommy Walker and Steve Ott were named as defendants. Other JP cases included public drunkenness for Rex and Tommy Gillcrease and a DWI citation for Clarence Lee Yoakum.
Ada's two JP courts filed seven cases including speeding charges against Lawson James Hudson from Tishomingo George K. Fisher from Shawnee Joe Kenneth Clark of Oklahoma City and James Robert Trotter of Norman. Jimmy Floyd Phillips of Wayne was cited for driving on the left side in meeting oncoming traffic. Clarence Price of Route 1 Stonewall faced improper stopping charges. Annetta May Adkins of Ada was charged with driving without a license.
An elderly barber talks politics and the nature of political friendships noting that campaigns hinge on issues not personal ties. A humorous aside follows about a pony birth mishap where a man cannot hold a newborn colt, then shifts to social gossip about a couple's wedding plans and a fiancée’s clash over church wedding size.
The traditional month of brides brings both happiness and money worries. Expect honeymoons, apartment-hunting, flowers, tears, and smiles as couples plan their weddings this June.
A self made man quotes pride in his life while dreaming of a mountain peak he scaled alone. He wakes to see a thousand hands lifting him, sparing him from a fall. A city marble championship player curses after a missed shot and is admonished by an official. The boy quips that swearing leads to golf.
A boyfriend writes a tender love note describing his beloved in detail. The girl shares it with a friend who finds it odd until she learns the letter describes a Missing Person's Bureau description. The piece blends intrigue with a light romantic twist.
A playful line suggests that TV ads expose truths friends may hide about products or behavior. The piece frames commercials as blunt sources of honesty and cheeky social critique.
A playful verse by Georgie Starbuck Galbraith muses on chewing gum habits. The speaker describes diverse chewers from quiet to loud, comparing some to grazing antelopes and others to large bubbles, while lamenting being a chipped minority.
If you have tried something and failed think of the value of attempting rather than succeeding by doing nothing. The quote emphasizes perseverance and learning from effort rather than avoiding risk.
A distraught wife tells a marriage counselor her husband worries her to the point of losing weight daily. She quips she will leave him once she drops to 115 pounds, highlighting the humor in a strained marriage dynamic.
A collage of quotes and witticisms touches on youth and aging, study and memory, and everyday scenes. The speaker, Selma Raskin, muses on lessons learned, cautionary wisdom, and light social observations.
A collection of lines on family, manners, and humor. Jokes about fathers, children, and everyday life reflect on communication and domestic routine with a light tone and social observation.
A car truck collision nine miles northwest of Ada on State Highway 13 sent Thomas M. McDonald and Mancie McDonald to Valley View Hospital. The 73 and 66 year old were traveling south when McDonald tried to pass a dumper driven by Lee Scott. Scott swerved the truck left as the cars collided. Both were reported with non serious injuries.
The Toonerville Trolley service between Rome and the Alban Hills, operating since 1904, will be retired this year as the blue trains are sent to the barns and replaced by bus service for commuters and visitors.
A devotional piece reflects on government, obedience to authorities, and modern tyrants. It weighs Paul's guidance under Roman rule against today’s dictators and notes public concern over law enforcement in troubled times, interweaving biblical verses with commentary on civic duty and liberty.
Oklahoma City AP reports a new hearing date set for Supernumerary Judge N. S. Corn. Indicted on three counts of federal income tax evasion and two counts of willfully filing false returns, the hearing moves to June 24 due to a scheduling conflict with U. S. Judge Roy Harper.
Demand at Ada Livestock Auction Tuesday kept prices steady to strong with 1,150 cattle sold and no hogs. Slaughter steers brought 18 to 20 dollars, heifers 17 to 20.50, cows 10 to 14, bulls 14 to 18, calves 17 to 20.50, and stockers 17 to 22 for steers and 16 to 19 for heifers. Cow and calf pairs ranged 130 to 185, dairy breeds 12 to 17.
The state Board of Agriculture lists cash wheat prices across towns with values from 1.60 to 1.90 per ton, eggs steady with graded sizes, fowl prices steady for under and over six pounds, and butterfat at 50 to 60 cents.
Oklahoma's top election official predicts about 500000 voters in the upcoming Tuesday runoff primary led by 450000 Democrats and 50000 Republicans. He notes 728000 set a May turnout while forecasting 700000 to 750000 for that earlier election.
Readers learn that bristlecone pines in California’s White Mountains reach 3,000 years old while thriving at elevations between 11,000 and 12,000 feet. The piece highlights ancient trees and their alpine habitat.
U S District Judge Stephen Chandler refused to issue an injunction to halt FAA supersonic flight tests over Oklahoma City. Attorney George Miskovsky said an appeal may follow. The case centers on alleged personal and property damage from sonic booms during the transport program with FAA and White House involvement.
Bud Wilkinson led all Senate candidates in primary campaign spending with 54 587.60 dollars. J Howard Edmondson totaled 48 564.44 dollars while Tom Harris 29 967.84 and Forest Beall 3 910.12 followed. Fred Harris reported 47 867.23 and Raymond Gary 39 804.37. Willard Owens had not filed by the deadline.
The U S Civil Service Commission announced a Tupelo Oklahoma postmaster examination at 9500 per year with applications due by June 9 1964. Applicants must have one year experience or education substitution and be 18 or older with good reputation and ability to handle public dealings.
The early city administration of Nieuw Amsterdam in 1653 lists a preacher and a teacher serving as officials along with a court messenger and a dog catcher.
Crop and range conditions improved across most of Oklahoma after moderate rains. The Panhandle and northwest still need moisture. Wheat harvest begins. alfalfa first cutting half finished with good yields. Wheat 35 percent in dough stage. range and livestock conditions better. surface moisture adequate statewide. subsoil 61 percent adequate. Corn stands 85 percent and mostly good.
In Columbus a driver discovered a broken vent window on his parked car and a scattered medical bag and glove compartment papers. A note left behind read I could never feel right again There is nothing gone. The note suggests no items were stolen and hints at a personal motive.
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