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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1949

Page

7

Legal Notices for Ada Weekly News Ada Oklahoma

Notarized affidavit sworn before a notary public in Ada Oklahoma detailing the publication ownership and stockholder information for Ada Weekly News and associated entities. It confirms editor Roy McKeown and business managers D Little and others, with statements on ownership, stock, and security holders, signed March 13, 1252 by Grieber.

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Guardian to Sell Real Estate of Incompetent Ethel Field

In Pontotoc County Oklahoma guardian Helen Wentworth announces a public sale of the estate of Ethel Lilian Field an incompetent. The sale occurs September 22 198 at 10 oclock A M in the County Court Room Ada Oklahoma. The property is Lot 3 and 2 of Block 3 Fod Addition Ada Oklahoma. Terms require cash to the highest bidder upon court confirmation.

Ehe Lillan Notler Pontotoc Ofta Froma Mede Ethel Lilan Field Guiblie Ame Ada Okla Othel Lilaat Field Fontatoc County State of Oklahoma Oklahoma Helen FE Wentworth Ethel Lilian Field Lona C Barnet Ettae Jopepa Barnett Hrirs Ribunion Stdge Gaid Court Panotec Tom McKeown Fred Andrews Adminiateat Lx

Drys Plan Three Point Program in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma United Dry Association outlines a three point program focused on enforcement education and community bees. Attorney Savid C. Shapard said a definite policy will be announced later by the association board. The 42 member board met but could not complete the program. additional meetings will be scheduled.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma United Dry Association Savid C. Shapard Yesterlay

Nabors Fatality in Tuesday Fracas Ends in Hurley Held

Jack Nabors son of Mrs Callie Nabors was fatally shot in a Tuesday tavern fracas. Funeral services planned for Thursday at Criswell Chapel with burial at Rugedale cemetery. Surviving relatives listed include parents siblings and several named relatives in Oklahoma and California. Police sought Hurley in connection with the shooting, with no charges filed as of Wednesday morning.

Jack Nabors Hurley Cal He Nabors Pacific Area Nabors Wall Criswell Chapel Buring Rugedale Sirs Tom Nabors Timmons Fittstown Pebble Finders Mabel Morris Winter Calif Louise Pittmen Bobard Pete Oklahoma City Earl Nabors Fresno Vasele Hurley D. Gaar Walker Hisle Photon

Hurley Arrested After Fatal Shooting On Country Road

A fatal shooting near a tavern led to the arrest of Nabors Hurley after a pursuit and a car stuck on a country road. Officers recovered a German Luger and five bullets from the scene while witnesses described a scuffle and attempts to draw a pistol. Hurley, father of eight, was questioned as others testified about the events that ended with Nabors’ death.

Hurley Amudoy Fleming Gffers Flurley Walker Hisle Ernest Wierr Meyers Gaar Nabors Hurley Alice Buzkirk Nyack Buskirk Nabors Cers Chief Smith Ian McAlester

Ada City Finances Clinton Three Month Totals

Ada city finances show a three month increase of 3,235.09 over the prior year with water charges leading at 43,096.18, followed by franchise fees 54,390.24 and parking meters 87,590. Police fines total 1,727.80 while September docket notes 42 cases, 6 dollars in fines, and 259 dollars in public drunkenness fines, plus traffic and related penalties. Water revenue for July 12,907.69 August 14,859.43 September 16,714.73.

Ada Municipa Jai

Free Diabetes Detection Tests Offered Next Week

The Pontotoc County Medical Society teams with the American Diabetes Association for a free diabetes screening next week. A urine sugar test is offered, followed by further checks if sugar is present, to catch early cases and prevent complications. The program promotes early treatment and a healthier life.

Gofmeone Pontotoc County Portatae

Father of Local Woman Dies Today

WN. Pate father of Mrs. Joan Melfutt of Ada died at his home in Wapanucka early Wednesday. Funeral tentatively set for Thursday afternoon with burial at Wapanucka. He suffered strokes months ago and had been in failing health. Survived by three daughters, Mrs. Heed, Mrs. D. Yapanicka, and M Reed of Ada, and six grandchildren.

WN. Pate Joan Melfutt Ada Wapanucka Pate Heed D. Yapanicka M Reed Menure

Ada Woman Dies of Heart Attack in McAlester

Mrs W H Williams mother of three Ada women died Wednesday in McAlester from heart failure. Funeral plans to be announced. Surviving children include Mrs Clitto Bomar of De Arnit, Mica Williams of Mr Alester, and Al Williams of Havinorna Nevada.

Ada W. H. Williams McAlester Mes W. Eaighemns Joe B Tits Alester Taanra Clitto Bomar De[arnit Mica ME. Williams iMr Alester al Williame iHavinorna Nevada

Minton Wins Senate Confirmation For Justice Seat

Washington Oct 4 The Senate approved Sherman Minton 48 to 14 to serve on the Supreme Court succeeding Wiley E Rutledge He is 59 and had served as a Seventh Circuit judge since 1939 His confirmation followed a party line clash over committee referral and questioning of his past public stances as a New Deal supporter and former White House aide to FDR The vote marks Truman’s fourth Supreme Court appointee joining Vinson and Reed plus Black Douglas and Frankfurter on the high court

Washington United States Judiciary Committee Minton Truman Tate Wiley E. Rutledge Tn Jhe Seventh Circuit Court of Indiana Apaton Ana Morse Supreme Court Senate White House Roosevelt Ce Vinson Juend Clas Blacs Couglas Reed Jackson Frankfurter

Knife-Forkub Begins Its Third Season October 11

Knife-Forkub opens its third season at East Central State College, October 11, with Gerhart H Segar as guest speaker. Segar, a U.S. citizen since 1942, discusses Germany under Nazi rule and postwar conditions, recounting his experiences as a journalist and political opponent of the Nazis. The event is at Knight Hall banquet room Aldridge Hotel has alternated. Membership renewals and invitations have been mailed to former members and to England.

Knife-Forkub Knight Hall East Central State College Oesher Gerhart H Segar Gerper New Fisher New York Frigoner Germany United States Sagar Nazis Sa House of Lords House of Commons Aldridge Hotel Usail Aldridge England

Three Murray College Students Hurt in Accident

Three Murray College students Claude Clowes Bobby Hutkleby and Staver Lee were injured when Clowes's 1941 Plymouth left the highway two miles west of Ra va Saturday night. Lee suffered a broken leg and other injuries while Clowes and Hutkleby were shaken but not seriously hurt. The injured were taken to an Ardmore hospital for treatment as highway patrolmen Ish Leach and Glenn Clark of Ada investigated.

Tishomingo Tareey College Rava Semurday Claude Clowes Bobby Hutkleby Staver Lee Clowes Lee Ardmore Ish Leach Glenn Clark Ada Iene

Stigler seeks lump sum for Choctaw Indians

Washington October 7 congressman Stigler urges paying the Choctaws of Oklahoma a lump sum of 450668 instead of annual appropriations. He notes treaties of 1820 1825 and later promised 520 per year but proposes 390866 with options to accept lump sum and displace annual funding for items such as light horsemen and blacksmiths described as Indian policemen.

Washington Fep Stigler D-Okla Congress Oklahoma Uncle Sam

Old Law Packs Big Beer Minor Wallop

Oklahoma City reports that a 36 year old law punishes beer sales to minors with fines up to 460 dollars and five years imprisonment. Sam H. Lattimore, assistant attorney general, said no prosecutor asked for an opinion since the statute already provides penalties. County attorneys generally prosecute under beer laws offering license revocation. this older statute would strengthen penalties for selling to minors.

Oklahoma City Jefferson County Arison Sam H. Lattimore Attormey General Lattimore

Henry Jenkins Dentist Found Dead After Family Tragedy

Henry L Jenkins a dentist died from loss of blood at a hospital after his wrists were slashed An July quarrel with his son in law ended in gunfire The son in law was wounded Mrs Jenkins reportedly drowned herself in a pond near the home An assault charge against Jenkins was withdrawn after his commitment to a state hospital for alcoholism He had just returned from treatment last week Weekend arrests total five including three for drunkenness and two for fighting Police fines totaled 33 dollars as new members applications open for the 1949 1950 season at the banquet room capacity handled by Miss Constance Waggoner secretary of Ehey McCauley & Co 115 South Broadway

Henry L. Jenkins Jenkins Constance Waggoner Ehey McCauley & Co South Broadway

Dodgers vs Yankees Baseball Game Summary

Dodgers and Yankees battled through six innings with scattered hits and errors. Rizzuto stole twice, Hodges drove in runs, Campanella walked and Lindell bobbled a ball. Jorgensen, Hermanski, and Robinson contributed infield plays as Dodger pitching held the line. Attendance was 70,933 with Mize and Stirnweiss in later action. Brown struck out.

Rail Coach Disaster Near Ames Injures and Kills Passenger

A westbound City of San Francisco Limited rail line wreck near Ames on October 3 left five cars off the rails. One coach was ripped open, killing Ernest Riggs of Oakland on his honeymoon, and injuring others who remained in the coach. The rear sleepers also derailed as the train halted within 200 yards. The specific cause was not immediately determined.

Ames Wee Verely San Framisco Chicago and Northwestern Ernest Riggs Negra Oakland Calit

Kenneth Dittemore and the Newsboy Franchise Life

A profile of Kenneth Dittemore a young News carrier in Ada detailing how he operates as a franchised dealer of The News delivering papers, managing accounts and subscriptions. The piece notes his earnings based on initiative facing varying customer reliability and his plans to attend East Central college, own a car, and continue service alongside the broader News carolers network in multiple towns.

Kenneth The News Kenneth & Statement Soy Kenneth Dutterrore Dale Carnegie Mr. Dittemora Opeda Bank East Central College P. L. Dittemore West &Th Street Dittemore Hazel Atlas Glass Leo Ada Aller Atoka Ableso Bynz Bromide Centrahoma Center Clarita Coalgata Fittstown Konawa Lawrence Lehigh Fitts Field Rotf Stonewall Stratford Tupelo Tishominge Mill Creek Francis Byars Sulphur Antlers Wayne Asher Gaar Corner Coleman

Dodgers Hold Nonsensical Exchange In Late Inning

In a tense 9th inning, Dodger reliever Joe Page entered from the Yankees with 60 relief appearances this season. Snider singled, Robinson sacrificed, Henrich grounded to first, Furillo batted for Hermanski and popped out, Olmo and Rizzuto made quick outs, leaving one on. DiMaggio singled on a softly hit ball between third and mound for his first hit. Linder struck out, Coleman grounded out.

Johnson Henrich Robinson Hodges Rizzuto Lindeil Campanella Roe Yankees Lindellate Hermanski Snider Coleman Dodgers Jorgensen Silvera Raschi Reese Annpes DiMaggio Rackley Bauer Joe Page Gus Niathos Carl Furillo Furillo Page Olma Mike McCormick Them Linder Mn Coleman McCormick

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