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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1963
Page
4
The Ada News argues that while free speech allows disagreement and picketing, physical attack is unacceptable. The piece cites Adlai Stevenson’s Dallas visit, warns such violence harms movements, and notes global misperceptions of Southern attitudes after church bombing and civil rights clashes.
Leaders must be strong yet inclusive to ensure future growth. Older leaders often block younger citizens from gaining experience and responsibility. If the mantle is not passed, towns risk weakened governance and stagnation as youth depart or are discouraged.
County officials warn pecan growers that theft by birds will bring stiff action. They critique crows and jays as skilled thieves and report trials with firecrackers scare devices and decorations in trees that deter briefly before the robbers return.
Ada municipal records show two Wednesday traffic accidents raise the year’s toll to 215. The first at 1 30 p m on South Rennie involved Raymond Mc Coy and Jesse Ross with Ross fined 10 dollars for improper backing. The second at 3 05 p m at Eighth and Oak involved Thelma Eubanks and Priscilla Holman with Eubanks fined 10 dollars for following too closely.
Library of Congress reports added 664,313 items to its permanent collections in fiscal year 1962. The institution preserves about 41,879,000 items including 12,534,000 books and pamphlets and 17,939,000 manuscripts.
The article argues that death is the last enemy yet Christ will destroy it. It explains eternal life differs from earthly life, describing a transformed existence as a spiritual body like angels. It urges steadfast character and diligent service, not complacent happiness, grounded in Bible teachings.
The group from Roff calling themselves The Lively Six grabbed the division win. Winners in the senior division advance to Stillwater for the state competition.
This Oklahoma Bar Association column argues the core American right that a person is innocent until proven guilty. It notes the danger of public judgment from arrest reports and the need for due process, trials by impartial juries, and competent defense to protect individual rights. It ends urging readers to seek qualified legal guidance.
Com missioner Robert Lester of the state public safety department opened with A Unified Public Safety Program. Oklahoma safety council official Bob Eastman spoke on What Can Be Done. Guier outlined nuclear war threats and civil defense responses with Dr. Teller and Gen. Mundell also presenting. Emery Link demonstrated barrier shieldings as observers attended the first conference of its kind.
A political figure known for a no work no pay stance rose to prominence in the Oklahoma House defeating Walter Billingsley in 1950. He led investigations including state mental institutions and faced accusations of communism from opponents. He later ran for State Senate from Seminole and Pontotoc counties, reaching a runoff with Glen C. Collins but losing in the second election.
A brief classifieds style line invites readers to buy sell rent or find using the News want ad. It includes a contact number FE 2 4433 and promotes locating items or services through the paper's classified section.
Oklahoma officials test cattle for brucellosis at the Ada Livestock Auction in cooperation with state authorities. A 10 minute syringe test marks carriers with a left jaw B, with carriers sent to slaughter. Brucellosis causes abortions, sterility, and delayed calving, while pasteurization protects humans.
The aged horse at Lawrence School is described as gaunt with protruding hips and a fading coat. Staff note she can no longer eat well, her condition deteriorating despite being brought to the schoolyard for grazing on tender green grass.
The Oklahoma State Department of Highways released a list naming 100 worst bridges in the state. The Sandy Creek and Clear Boggy bridges near Ada are flagged for hazard to motorists and slated for replacement under by pass construction. The old Sandy Creek bridge may stay in use, but Clear Boggy is set for removal.
In late October cooling air brought up duck and goose numbers across western Oklahoma. An aerial survey showed Salt Plains refuge geese by 14 000 with Tishomingo refuge slow to build. Duck seasons open November 8 and run through December 12 daily sunrise to sunset. Wildlife notes also report dove flights up before season end October 30 and pheasant adjustments due to dry conditions.
Low water in lakes and ponds has not stopped angling success as fine bass catches appear in the area. Indian summer and early cool days historically boost fishing quality and average catch size for export.
Oklahoma grows pride from history, landscape, and people. The piece contrasts regional summers, notes diverse climates, and celebrates rugged western heritage while arguing genuine pride rests on fact and lasting value.
A national advertisement by International Panel Co. promotes readers as the key to staying well informed. The message suggests classrooms should feature messages that urge continuous reading and thoughtful note taking.
An excerpt features Joseph Auslander poetry lines about nature and birds, followed by a short prose joke about a middle aged man and his morally superior brother. The text blends lyric imagery with a humorous courtroom- or office-charged reminder of family dynamics.
A reflection on learning from mistakes and the value of common sense. The author notes that making errors offers lessons and compares a grandchild’s close grip around a grandparent’s finger to a meaningful, influential bond.
A light wedding quip frames a bride remark about serving tuna at supper while her groom plans a weekend fishing trip. A second line notes one brother as ambitious and hardworking, living well in this world and pushing ahead.
A Pontotoc County woman recalled her large brood and quipped that she had twelve children, noting that all but one have died. The remark underscores the toll of historical hardship and family longevity in the area.
A collection of quips on marriage dieting alarms and city life including lines on cross plugged blankets and boots of irony. Notable witticisms touch on partial truths about reading spouses and the paradox of surplus parking inviting more cars.
A study notes two chimpanzees for hours grooming each other to remove dirt seeds and ticks. Researchers see this as potential first steps toward true social and altruistic behavior in the animal kingdom.
A market note states seven percent of the adult size mattresses sold are extra long or extra wide, indicating demand for larger sleep options.
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