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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1956

Page

10

Parish Chapel By IxwORENCE ISAACS

Mrs Lillie Miller Miss Ruby Dryden and Mrs Elma Law were in Ada Tuesday shopping. Mr and Mrs Charles Petty of Ontario California visited with the Hensons and Pettys old friends. The Hensons and Pettys are old friends.

Ixworence Isaacs Lillie Miller Ruby Dryden Elma Law Ada Charles Petty Ontario Calif P. O. Henson Hensons Pettys

Ada Woman Visits Sister In New Study Of Family Ties

Mrs. Cora Davis of Ada spent Wednesday with her sister Mrs. Iva Carson. The visit highlights kinship and community ties in the local area.

Cora Davis Ada Iva Carson

Isaacs Guests With Gray Family At Oil Center

Mr and Mrs W N Isaacs were Thursday supper guests of their daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs Vernon Gray of Oil Center.

Attendees At Howard Galey Funeral Service

Those from the community who attended the funeral of Howard Galey Saturday at the Camp Ground Free Will Baptist Church included Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dryden, Mr. and Mrs. Troy Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Burch, Miss Ruby Dryden, Impson Anderson, E. C. Cavener, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Law, Mrs. Clara Wood, and Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Isaacs.

Howard Galey Camp Ground Free Will Baptist Church Frank Dryden Troy Miller Tom Burch Ruby Dryden Impson Anderson E. C. Cavener J. W. Law Clara Wood W. N. Isaacs

Family as Wednesday Supper Guests at Gray Home

The family was the Wednesday supper guests of Mr and Mrs Oren Gray of Center, visiting with the Gray couple during the week.

Fred Gray Mrs Oren Gray Center

Mrs Elmo Law and Max Visit Friday Evening

Mrs Elmo Law and Max visited awhile Friday evening with Mrs Iva Carson and Irene.

Hen son family back to Oklahoma City

Mr and Mrs Donald Ray Hen son and children returned to Oklahoma City this week as he was recalled to his job there.

City Donald Ray Henson Oklahoma City

Sunday at Isaacs pond with Danny Edwards party

Galey residents Butch Edwards and Dewayne Wadlow along with Carl Kettler of Asher spent Sunday swimming at the Isaacs pond in a casual local outing.

Danny Edwards Butch Edwards Dewayne Wadlow Galey Carl Kettler Asher Isaacs Pond

Local Visitors Attend Weekend Gatherings

Mrs. Lula Law of Pauls Valley spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. W. Law. She is J. W's aunt. Miss Dixie Elmore of Stratford and Wayne Pennington attended a show Tuesday night.

Lula Law Pauls Valley W. Law J. W Miss Dixie Elmore Stratford Wayne Pennington

Neville Pennington Joins Oklahoma City Air Show Visit

Neville Pennington attended an air show in Oklahoma City on Sunday, taking part in the event and viewing performances.

Neville Pennington Oklahoma City

Vernon Gray Dinner Guest at Isaacs Home

Vernon Gray of Oil Center was the Wednesday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Isaacs and Doyne.

Vernon Gray Oil Center

John Alexander Visits Temple and Junior Farmer Sunday

John Alexander of Temple and the Junior Farmer called on J. W. Law Sunday evening to discuss community affairs and share updates.

John Alexander Temple J. W. Law

Verneice Dryden and Mae Edwards Visit at the Mailbox

Mrs Verneice Dryden and Mrs Mae Edwards were seen visiting at the mailbox Thursday morning.

Verneice Dryden Mae Edwards

Lawrence couple visits Ruby and Glen Dryden family

Mr and Mrs Ray Dryden and family of Lawrence visited Ruby and Glen Dryden Monday evening in a brief social call.

Ray Dryden Lawrence Ruby Glen Dryden

Farmers Visit Family in Ada

Mr and Mrs Lavern Farmer of Ada called on his parents Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer Monday.

Mrs. Lavern Farmer Ada Mrs. Lee Farmer

Pennington Family Attends Ada REA Barbecue

Mr and Mrs Alfred Pennington Jerry and Wayland Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington and Vineta attended a barbecued chicken dinner for REA employees Friday night in Ada.

Alfred Pennington Jerry Wayland Milo Pennington Vineta REA Ada

Stratford Visitor Amon Patton Spends Sunday

Amon Patton of Stratford visited Mr. and Mrs. W N Isaacs Sunday morning and fished awhile.

Amon Patton Stratford W. N. Isaacs

Orin Clay Returns Home After Two Years Abroad

Orin Clay, who has spent the last two years in Japan, arrived home Monday night to reunite with family and friends.

Orin Clay Japan

Pennington Family Returns From Vacation Visit

Mr and Mrs Calvin Pennington and their children of Enid returned home Monday after a two week visit spent with their parents Mr and Mrs Willie Pierce of Maxwell and Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington.

Calvin Pennington Enid Willie Pierce Maxwell Milo Pennington

Baptismal Service at M. C. Cox Tank Sunday Evening

Community members attended the baptismal services at the M. C. Cox tank Sunday evening. Those baptized were Earl Franks, Fred Gray, Gerald Tilley, Vernon Gray, Donna Scott, Thelma Jean Garrett, Cleta Gray, and Colene Robertson. Rev. Bert Jones presided.

M. C. Cox Tank Frank Dryden P. C. Henson Fred Gray W. N. Isaacs Earl Franks Gerald Tilley Vernon Gray Donna Scott Thelma Jean Garrett Clareta Gray Colene Robertson Bert Jones

Pennington Family Visit Noted After Saturday Stay

Mr and Mrs Calvin Pennington and their children spent Saturday night with his parents Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington and other relatives. The brief social mention highlights family gathering and shared time.

Calvin Pennington Milo Pennington

Ice Cream Making Visit Spotted in Stratford Social

Mrs J E McClaren of Stratford helped make and eat ice cream with Mrs Lorraine Pennington during a Friday evening visit.

J. E. McClaren Stratford Lorraine Pennington

Ada residents plan fish outing near Pickett with friends

Mrs. Cora Davis of Ada called on Mrs. Iva Carson Monday and they went over near Pickett fish.

Cora Davis Ada Iva Carson Pickett

Isaacs Visit Graham in Pickett Interaction

Mr and Mrs W N Isaacs visited Mr and Mrs Walter Graham of Pickett Wednesday evening. Other visitors were Mrs George Luttrel Mrs Barney Estes of Ada and Mrs McCause.

W. N. Isaacs Walter Graham Pickett George Luttrel Barney Estes Ada McCause

Visiters Gather at Tucker Home Friday Night

Mr and Mrs J W Law visited Friday night with Mr and Mrs Lee Tucker. Others who visited the Tuckers were Mr and Mrs Rance Tucker.

J. W. Law Lee Tucker

Mrs. Alene Anderson Visits Mrs. Oscar Carson

Mrs. Alene Anderson visited Mrs. Oscar Carson Friday night in a social gathering reported by local observers.

Alene Anderson Oscar Carson

Local Visitation Note Highlights Magar and Dryden Families

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dryden visited Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Magar. Other visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Ray Magar and family of Center, Mr. and Mrs. Essel Magar and family of Stratford, Miss Ruth Magar of Ada, and Mrs. Irene Klutts of.

Frank Dryden Jim Magar Ray Magar Center Essel Magar Stratford Ruth Magar Ada Irene Klutts

Miss Ruby Dryden Calls on Isaacs Sunday Evening

Miss Ruby Dryden visited Mr. and Mrs. W N Isaacs on Sunday evening and called at their home for a social visit.

Ruby Dryden Mrs. W. N. Isaacs

Jackson and Wood Families Visit Pennington for Ice Cream

Mr and Mrs B B Jackson and family from Gaar Corner and Mr and Mrs R L Wood of Oklahoma City visited Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington and Vineta Sunday night. They spent the time making and eating ice cream.

B. B. Jackson Gaar Corner R. L. Wood Oklahoma City Milo Pennington Vineta

Mrs Lillie Miller And Mrs Elmo Law In Ada Shopping

Mrs Lillie Miller and Mrs Elmo Law were seen shopping in Ada on Friday. The brief sighting notes their presence in the city during a routine shopping outing and provides no additional details about purchases or destinations.

Ada and Emma Farmer Visit Parkins Family

Ada and Mrs. Emma Farmer with daughter Mayrene visited Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Parkins and their girls in Sulphur on Monday.

Lavern Farmer Ada Emma Farmer Mayrene Hubert Parkins

Ada Weekly News Renewal Noted for Miss Ruby Dryden

Miss Ruby Dryden submitted her renewal for the Ada Weekly News this week, finalizing her ongoing subscription status.

Ruby Dryden ADA Weekly News

Ada visitors note Crawford Henson family visit

Mr and Mrs E B Crawford of Ada visited his daughter Mr and Mrs P O Henson Sunday.

E. B. Crawford Ada P. O. Henson

Oklahoma City family night out with siblings and sisters

A family spent Friday night in Oklahoma City with his sister and Mr and Mrs Arlis Martin and girls.

Fred Gray Oklahoma City Arlis Martin John Lewis Iva Bell

Temple Farmer Sells Fat Calves Load Monday

A Temple farmer sold a load of fat calves on Monday, confirming market activity in the region. The deal highlights ongoing livestock trading patterns among local producers and buyers.

Temple

Mrs Verneice Dryden Visits Mae Edwards

Mrs Verneice Dryden called on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs Mae Edwards. The cordial call reflected friendly neighbors in the community.

Isaacs Host Monday Dinner Guests

Monday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Isaacs included Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Gray of Oil Center, Mr. and Mrs. Orin Clay, and Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Patton of Oklahoma City.

W. N. Isaacs Vernon Gray Oil Center Orin Clay J. A. Patton Oklahoma City

Cavener and H R Visit Mr and Mrs Lamb Sunday

E C Cavener and H R called on Mr and Mrs Ray Lamb Sunday according to the brief social note in the column.

E. C. Cavener H. R Mrs. Ray Lamb

Weekend Visit By Coleman Family And Bobby Perry

Mrs. Alice Coleman and her children Wilma Faye and Ronnie from Shawnee visited Mr. and Mrs. Lee Farmer over the weekend along with Bobby Perry of Ada.

Alice Coleman Wilma Faye Ronnie Shawnee Bobby Perry Ada Mrs Lee Farmer

Henson Family Hosts Weekend in Shawnee

Rev and Mrs T A Henson and their daughter, with Miss Cora Kin namon, visited Shawnee and spent the weekend with his brother.

T. A. Henson Cora Kinnamon Shawnee

Minister Henson Leaves Pastoral Post for Evangelism

Rev. Henson delivered the Sunday sermon at Oil Center Pentecostal Holiness Church and has resigned as pastor of the Johnson church near Shawnee to enter the evangelistic field.

P. O. Henson

Dinner Guests in Galey Visit Mrs Wood and Mrs Majors

Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Brown of Galey were dinner guests of Mrs. Kate Wood and Mrs. May Majors, continuing family hospitality.

Ernie Brown Galey Kate Wood May Majors

Bennie Farmer Family Visits Parental Home

Mr and Mrs Bennie Farmer and their sons from Union Hill visited his parents Mr and Mrs Virgil Farmer Sunday in a family outing noted in local society.

Bennie Farmer Union Hill Virgil Farmer

Local visits note social calls Monday and Wednesday

Percy Richardson visited Wayne Farmer Monday evening. Mrs Verneice Dryden visited her parents Mr and Mrs Jim Magar Wednesday evening.

Percy Richardson Wayne Farmer Verneice Dryden Jim Magar

Hunter Family Trip to Houston Reported

Mrs Thelma Hunter spent the weekend in Houston with her father Rance Tucker and sister Betty Marie accompanied by Mr and Mrs Bethel Tucker and family visitors from the local area.

Thelma Hunter Rance Tucker Betty Marie Houston Mrs. Bethel Tucker

Family Visit Highlights Farmers Extended Kin Gathering

Mr and Mrs Lawrence Farmer and Debra visited his parents Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer on Monday. The brief social outing shows the family gathering during a period of regular contact and shared hometown ties.

Lawrence Farmer Debra Mrs Lee Farmer

Birthday party honors Sweeney twins in Union Hill

Wayland Pennington attended a party honoring Kert and Karl Sweeney, twin sons of Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Sweeney of Union Hill. They are grandsons of the former Miss Zella Pennington of this community, now Mrs. Elmo Minor of Post, Texas.

Wayland Pennington Kert Karl Sweeney Rufus Sweeney Union Hill Zella Pennington Elmo Minor Post Tex

Miss Ruby Dryden Visits Mrs Virgie Pennington

Miss Ruby Dryden called on Mrs Virgie Pennington Friday evening. The neighbors noted a brief social visit in the community notes.

Ruby Dryden Virgie Pennington

Mrs. Clara Wood Visits Mrs Verneice Dryden

Mrs Clara Wood visited Mrs Verneice Dryden Thursday evening for a social call and chat about community happenings.

Clara Wood Verneice Dryden

Pennington and Vineta Dine with Jacksons at Gaar Corner

Mr and Mrs Milo Pennington and Vineta were Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs B B Jackson of Gaar Corner.

Milo Pennington Vineta B. B. Jackson Gaar Corner

Family Attends Air Show in Oklahoma City Saturday

A family visits an air show in Oklahoma City on Saturday highlighting local community events and public aviation displays.

Oscar Carson Spends Weekend With Family Near Tex

Oscar Carson spent the weekend with his family returning to Tex as again Monday. He is hauling grain in the harvest.

Oscar Carson Texas

Ferguson guest at Cavener Sunday dinner

F. A. Ferguson attended a Sunday dinner hosted by E. C. Cavener, joining informal social gathering.

Ada Visitor Miss Annie Brandon Visits Lambs Sunday

Miss Annie Brandon of Ada visited her sister Mrs. Effie Lamb and Mr. Lamb Sunday.

Annie Brandon Ada Mrs Effie Lamb Mr. Lamb

Mrs Dryden Visits Mrs Tucker Wednesday

Mrs Frank Dryden visited Mrs Mammie Tucker on Wednesday for a social call. The gathering included light conversations and a shared afternoon tea.

Frank Dryden Mammie Tucker

Miller, Law families host Thursday night gathering

Mr. and Mrs. Troy Miller and Clara visited Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Law for a social visit Thursday night.

Troy Miller Clara J. W. Law

Melton Sisters Shop in Ada Visit

Mrs Hazel Melton and her sister in law Mrs Mary Melton of Vaness shopped in Ada on Friday, kept spending notes and social chatter from the outing.

Hazel Melton Mary Melton Vaness Ada

Men Named Homer and Local Figures Gather in Sulphur

Homer and Wayne, along with Temple Farmer John Alexander and Percy Richardson, were in Sulphur on Monday for unspecified proceedings.

Homer, Junior Wayne Temple Farmer John Alexander Percy Richardson

Summers Chapel Couple Visited Clara Wood and Isaacs

Mr and Mrs Lee Tucker of Summers Chapel visited Mrs Clara Wood and W N Isaacs Friday night in a social call.

Lee Tucker Summers Chapel Clara Wood W. N. Isaacs

Visit of Union Hill youths Sunday evening

A family gathering occurred as boys and girls of Union Hill visited Sunday evening with their hosts, Mr and Mrs Ray Lamb, and their parents.

Bennie Farmer Union Hill Ray Lamb

Birthday Dinner Honoring Mrs Ollie Tucker and Londa Tucker

A birthday dinner honors Mrs. Ollie Tucker and her granddaughter Londa Dalee Tucker at the home of Mr. and Mrs. The event celebrates family ties and notable ages with relatives gathered for a meal and warm tributes.

Ollie Tucker Londa Dalee Tucker And

Family Names At Galey Event Include Tucker Guests

Mrs M R Tucker of Galey hosts a gathering with Mr and Mrs Lee Tucker Mrs Clara Wood Mr and Mrs Vernon Gray and family of Oil Center Mr and Mrs J A Patton of Oklahoma City Florence and Doyne Isaacs and daughters Dorothea Cathy and Londa all attending the occasion hosted by Mr and Mrs M R Tucker and their girls.

M. R. Tucker Galey Lee Tucker Clara Wood Vernon Gray Oil Center J. A. Patton Oklahoma City Florence and Doyne Isaacs Dorothea Cathy Londa

Boudreauxs Celebrate Silver Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs F G Boudreaux marked their silver wedding anniversary on September 1. Mrs Bob Fink was released from Valley View Hospital last Saturday after several days of observation. Mrs Stella Poplin of Oakland California visited Ahloso First Baptist Church on Sunday. she is sister of Bob Ross of Lovelady.

F. G. Boudreaux Bob Fink Valley View Hospital Stella Poplin Oakland Calif Ahloso First Baptist Bob Ross Lovelady

Weekend at Little Glasses on Lake Texoma

Visitor recounts a weekend spent at Little Glasses on Lake Texoma enjoying swimming and sightseeing during calm days by the water.

Little Glasses Lake Texoma

Treas Couple Attends Oklahoma City Air Show

Mr and Mrs James Treas attended the air show in Oklahoma City on Sunday posing for photos and enjoying the demonstrations at the event.

James Treas Oklahoma City

Mrs George Sims and family at Devil's Den outing

Mrs George Sims and family and Mrs Margaret Green and family spent Sunday at Devil's Den swimming.

George Sims Margaret Green Devil's den

Harry Joe and Barry Anderson Visit Grandparents

Harry Joe and Barry Anderson spent the weekend with grandparents Mr and Mrs Not haf of Jesse, sharing time at the family home.

Harry Joe Barry Anderson Mrs. Nothaf Jesse

Mrs Ed Jackson and Mrs Gertrude Jackson Visit

Mrs Ed Jackson and Mrs Gertrude Jackson spent Saturday with Mrs Kenneth Abbott and June in a social visit.

Ed Jackson Gertrude Jackson Kenneth Abbott June

School Purchases New Mixer for Kitchen

The school acquired a new mixer for the kitchen to expand meal prep capabilities. The purchase aims to improve efficiency and support growing student meal programs.

Bids Open for New School Contract This Thursday

Bids for the contract of the new school will be opened Thursday night, September 6, outlining the price and bidder names to determine the project award.

Mrs. Deene Hoynie Marries J C May in Oakland

Mrs. Deene Hoynie daughter of Mrs. Iva Bell married J C May in Oakland California about two weeks ago, a simple ceremony reported from the area.

Deene Hoynie Iva Bell J.C. May Oakland Calif

Mr and Mrs Collins and Joe Major visit Douglas Smiths

Mr and Mrs Joe Collins and Joe Major visited the Douglas Smiths Sunday evening. The brief social call reflected neighborly ties in the community.

Joe Collins Joe Major Douglas Smiths

Mrs. Douglas Smith Visits Mrs. Louie Moshier Saturday

Mrs. Douglas Smith called on Mrs. Louie Moshier for a visit Saturday morning.

Douglas Smith Louie Moshier

Midwest City families visit Freeman Moores

Mr and Mrs B W Shantz and family of Midwest City and Mrs Nancy Ward and Cleo spent Sunday with the Freeman Moores.

B. W. Shantz Midwest City Nancy Ward Cleo The Freeman Moores

Hart News Social Notes From Hart Area

Miss May Johnson spent Monday morning with Mrs. Leroy Cantwell and Sharon. Mr and Mrs Roy Cantwell visited Wednesday afternoon with the Leroy Cantwells. Mr and Mrs J S Stanfield and Mrs Alma Dunn called on Wednesday evening at Mr and Mrs John Dunn and Emily in Vaness. Mrs John Ray and John E enjoyed watching television and eating watermelon at the home of Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell and Sharon Thursday night.

Miss May Johnson Leroy Cantwell Sharon Roy Cantwell Leroy Cantwells J. S. Stanfield Alma Dunn John Dunn Emily Vaness John Ray John E

Oliver Family Visit From Sweetwater Texas

Mr and Mrs Estil Oliver and daughter of Sweetwater Texas visited his parents the Hillard Oliver s last weekend.

Estil Oliver Sweetwater, Tex Hillard Olivers

Air show attendance and family visits noted in Oklahoma City

Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Thomas attended the air show in Oklahoma City Sunday. Mrs. Opal Jones spent last week visiting her mother, Mrs. Maud Johnson.

Jimmy Thomas Oklahoma City

Johnny Thompson Spends Sunday Night with Roger Thompson

Johnny Thompson of Homer spent Sunday night with Roger Thompson, a visit noted in local social circles. No further details provided.

Johnny Thompson Homer Roger Thompson

Louise Strickland Returns Home to Stillwater

Louise Strickland is back at her Stillwater home on Sunday afternoon after an unspecified absence, with local officials or family not detailing the reason.

Louise Strickland Stillwater

Mr and Mrs Jim Dry Visit Sister in Oklahoma City

Mr and Mrs Jim Dry visited his sister in Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Jim Dry Oklahoma City

Mrs Leroy Cantwell and Guests Visit Thursday Morning

Mrs. Leroy Cantwell together with Sharon and Miss May Johnson visited Thursday morning with Mrs. Ar no Griffith.

Thursday Evening Visitors at Alvie Griffith Home

Thursday evening guests at the Alvie Griffith residence included Mr and Mrs B B Ownbey and Charles and Mrs John Ray and John E.

Alvie Griffith B. B. Ownbey Charles John Ray John E

Thompson and Treas Families Visit Relatives

Mr and Mrs Newt Thompson visited her parents Mr and Mrs E H Simpson Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs J C Treas and Mr and Mrs James Treas visited relatives in Lula Monday.

Newt Thompson Mrs E. H. Simpson J. C. Treas James Treas Lula

Local Social Notes Mention Mr and Mrs J W Law

A brief social line notes a visit or gathering involving Mr J W Law and Mrs J W Law during a Saturday night event.

Parkins Couple Visit Sulphur Family Over Weekend

Mr and Mrs Hubert Parkins of Sulphur spent Friday with her parents Mr and Mrs Lee Farmer at their home.

Hubert Parkins Mrs Lee Farmer

Dinner Guests From Ada Visit Mrs Davis

Mr and Mrs Oscar Carson and Irene attended Saturday dinner at Ada hosted by Mrs Cora Davis.

Oscar Carson Irene Cora Davis Ada

Garland Pennington Courted Miss Wanda Hendrix in Ada

Garland Pennington called on Miss Wanda Hendrix of Ada Saturday night and they attended a social event together, reflecting a simple local courtship moment in the community.

Garland Pennington Wanda Hendrix Ada

Vaness Visitor Sprague Calls At Isaacs Home

Mr. Sprague of Vaness spent a while Sunday visiting with W. N. Isaacs.

Miss Mayrene Farmer Takes Long Awaited Vacation

Miss Mayrene Farmer enjoys her first vacation in over a year, taking a well earned break from daily routines and duties.

Mayrene Farmer

Max Visits Saturday With Pod Law Family

Max spent a period Saturday with their son, Mr. and Mrs. Pod Law, in a brief family visit.

J. W. Law Max Mrs Pod Law

Miss Clara Miller Visits Janie Farmer Friday

Miss Clara Miller visited Janie Farmer Friday evening, exchanging greetings and catching up amid local community chatter.

Clara Miller Janie Farmer

Ma Law Visits Ada Friday Evening

Ma Law visited Mrs. Joe Beck of Ada on Friday evening.

Mrs Iva Carson and Irene Visit Monday Night

Mrs Iva Carson and Irene visited briefly Monday night with Mr J W Law and Max in the home of Mr and Mrs J W Law for a social call and chat.

Iva Carson Irene J. W. Law Max

Ton and Wayne Visit Union Hill Family

Ton and Wayne visited awhile Monday with Mrs. Nadine Sweeney and her sons of Union Hill.

Alfred Pennington Wayne Nadine Sweeney Sons Union Hill

Mrs Iva Carson and Mrs Cora Davis Visit Bonnie Scott

Mrs Iva Carson and Mrs Cora Davis visited Mrs Bonnie Scott who is a patient at Valley View Hospital.

Iva Carson Cora Davis Bonnie Scott Valley View Hospital

Ada couple hosts guests in midweek visit

Mr and Mrs Ray Loyd Benton of Ada visited Thursday with Mr and Mrs J W Law. Jerry Pennington spent Sunday evening with Harrell Gene Pennington.

Ray Loyd Benton Ada J. W. Law Jerry Pennington Harrell Gene Pennington

Ada Social Notes Highlight Local Visits

Miss Irene Carson attended a show in Ada Saturday night. Mrs. Elma Law called on the Melbin Newbys Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Max Hutchins of Ada Sunday evening.

Irene Carson Ada Elma Law Melbin Newbys Garland Pennington Max Hutchins

Pallbearers at Howard Galey Funeral Include Local Figures

Frank Dryden E C Cavener and W N Isaacs were among the pallbearers at the funeral of Howard Galey held Saturday in the community.

Frank Dryden E. C. Cavener W. N. Isaacs Howard Galey

Pod Law and family visit Ada parents Friday

Mr and Mrs Pod Law of Ada visited Friday with his parents. The note records a family visit to Ada as part of social news.

Mrs. Pod Law of Ada J. W. Law

Ada Shoppers Mr and Mrs Henson Shop Friday

Mr and Mrs P. O. Henson were seen shopping in Ada on Friday, a brief sighting noted by local observers.

Mrs. P. O. Henson Ada

Highway workers Alvie Pennington and J W Law at Okemah

Alvie Pennington and J W Law, both employed by the State Highway Department, have been stationed in Okemah for the past week to continue roadway work and maintenance tasks.

Alvie Pennington J. W. Law State Highway Department Okemah

Wanda Wilson Visits with Mrs Clora Wood

Miss Wanda Wilson of Oil Center visited awhile Tuesday evening with Mrs. Clora Wood.

Wanda Wilson Oil Center Clora Wood

Ada resident Lyndel Mahan visits with Jimmie Sellars

Lyndel Mahan of Ada visited a while Sunday with Jimmie Sellars.

Lyndel Mahan Ada Jimmie Sellars

Greater returns for amount invested Ada News Want Ads

Ada News outlines how readers can maximize value from classified ads by targeting clear benefits and affordable options. The notice emphasizes practical framing to attract buyers, sellers, and service offers with concise, direct language.

Ada News

Tulsa resident Barbara Blankenship visits family this weekend

Barbara Blankenship of Tulsa spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Blankenship and other relatives.

Revival at Cooperton Sees Fort Worth's Rev Douglas White

Rev Lavonn Brown conducts revival at Cooperton with Sunday sermon delivered by Rev Douglas White of Fort Worth filling the pulpit.

Lavonn Brown Cooperton Douglas White Fort Worth

Manns Welcome Baby Boy in Homer Community

Mr and Mrs John Mann of the Homer community announce the birth of a baby boy on September 4 at Valley View Hospital. The mother is formerly Shirley Looney daughter of Mr and Mrs Mitt Looney. The Manns have one other child.

John Mann Homer Valley View Hospital Shirley Looney Mitt Looney Manns

Local residents visit relatives and attend gatherings across multiple towns

Mr and Mrs Douglas Smith visited the James Youngs east of town last Thursday evening. Lois Jean Smith attended a wedding shower for Mrs Sammie Thomas in Homer. Loyd Joyce and Stephen Miller of Tulsa stayed with the C L Blankenships. Families from Augusta Tulsa Owl Creek and Clovis and Dallas visited various local households over the weekend and Labor Day trip to Oklahoma City. Peggy Sims visited relatives in Joplin Missouri. Joy Barbara Blankenship and Carmen Murray swam at Devil's Den.

Douglas Smith James Youngs Lois Jean Smith Sammie Thomas Homer Mrs. Thomas Mary Bottoms Edwin Moore Dallas Vasco Moore Oklahoma City

Mrs Charles Richards Visits Morgan Goodpastures Tuesday

Mrs Charles Richards visited the Morgan Goodpastures awhile Tuesday.

Charles Richards Morgan Goodpastures

Hillard Oliver and Ted Anderson Family Names

Mr and Mrs Hillard Oliver and Mr and Mrs Ted Anderson appear in a social note highlighting marriages engagements or community events involving these families. The item lists two couples and signals a local event or announcements typical of society columns.

Mrs. Hillard Oliver and Mrs Ted Anderson

Ahloso School Adjusts Start and Dismissal Times

In response to extreme heat the Ahloso School will begin at 8 15 and end at 3 15 temporarily. Students using the last bus will be dismissed at the usual time.

Ahloso

Cooks Barbee and Hunter Enjoy the Use

Mrs Barbee and Mrs Hunter are enjoying the use of a kitchen space as described in the brief fragment. The note highlights their cooking activity and the informal setting. The text provides no further details on location date or outcome.

Mrs. Barbee Mrs. Hunter

Miss May Johnson Visits Cousin After Ada Hospital Return

Miss May Johnson spent Friday afternoon with her cousin Mrs Walter who came home last Wednesday from Ada hospital.

Miss May Johnson Mrs. Walter Ada

Second Lieutenant Joem Griffith to receive wings at Goodfellow AFB

Second Lieutenant Joem Griffith arrived home Friday night to spend the holiday weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvie Griffith. He is due to receive his wings at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas, this month. His new assignment calls for three years as instructor at Goodfellow.

Joem Griffith Alvie Griffith Goodfellow Afb San Angelo Tex Goodfellow

Mary Ann visits Stillwater amid rush week at A and M College

Mrs. Alvie Grith and Joe Tom escorted Mary Ann to Stillwater on Saturday to be present during rush week at A&M College.

Alvie Grith Joe Tom Mary Ann Stillwater A&m College

Cantwell and Ownbey Families Visit Saturday Evening

Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell and Sharon visited Saturday evening with the B B Ownbey family.

Leroy Cantwell Sharon B. B. Ownbey

Summers Family Attend Clinton Gathering

Mr and Mrs A H Mercer Sr traveled to Clinton on Saturday to join Mr and Mrs M E Mercer and their daughter for a family gathering with the Summers relatives.

A. H. Mercer Sr Clinton M. E. Mercer

Sunday visitors brighten Evert Summers home

Sunday morning guests included J. B. Oliver of Stratford, his son Marvin Clay, and Charley Clay. Mr Summers had a slight stroke the first of last week and still suffers some impairment in his right eye.

Evert Summers J. B. Oliver Stratford Marvin Clay Charley Clay Mr. Summers

Ownbeys Celebrate 30th Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Erey Ownbey marked their thirtieth wedding anniversary on Sunday with family and friends. The couple shared a quiet celebration and reflected on three decades of marriage.

Mrs. Erey Ownbey

Jones Family Treks Over Holiday Weekend Visit

Mr and Mrs Pete Jones along with Carolyn and Betty Katherine spent the holiday weekend with Mr and Mrs B B Ownbey, sharing time and hospitality.

Pete Jones Carolyn Betty Katherine Mrs B. B. Ownbey

Mrs Grace Johnson and May Visit Friends on Sunday

Mrs Grace Johnson and May spent Sunday afternoon with Mrs Alma Dunn and Mrs J S Standfield.

Gene Griffith Dines with Cousin Charles Griffith

Gene Griffith of Roff shared Sunday dinner with his cousin Charles Griffith, enjoying a family gathering and time together.

Gene Griffith Roff Charles Griffith

Short Walls and Donnie Visit Fort Worth Friends

Mr and Mrs Short Walls and Donnie of Fort Worth visited Sunday morning with Mrs Grace Johnson and May.

Mrs. Short Walls Donnie Fort Worth, Tex Grace Johnson May

Student Max Griffith Visits Home Weekend

Max Griffith returned Sunday from Farmington New Mexico to spend the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Arno Griffith He returned to his job Monday afternoon.

Max Griffith Farmington N. M Arno Griffith

Summers Family Visit In Roff

Mr and Mrs Evert Summers and Eugene and Mack spent Sunday with Mrs Nettie Summers and Mrs Nettie Hodges Phyllis and Roberta in Roff.

Mrs Alma Dunn Visits Friends During Sunday Evening

Mrs Alma Dunn visited Sunday evening with Mrs Grace Johnson while May attended singing at Lightning Ridge.

Alma Dunn Grace Johnson May Lightning Ridge

Cantwell Guests Visit Fort Worth Family Sunday Night

Mr and Mrs Lynwood Cantwell of Fort Worth were Sunday night guests in the home of Mr and Mrs Leroy Cantwell and Sharon.

Lynwood Cantwell Fort Worth Leroy Cantwell Sharon

Visitors in the Ownbey Home Include Reed Family

Monday guests at the home of Mr and Mrs Ercy Ownbey were Mrs John Reed of Roff and her son Douglas Reed of Longview Texas.

Ercy Ownbey John Reed Roff Douglas Reed Longview Tex

Second Lt Joe Tom Griffith Returns to Goodfellow AFB

Second Lt. Joe Tom Griffith returned Monday afternoon to Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo Texas after a deployment or temporary duty assignment.

Joe Tom Griffith Goodfellow Afb San Angelo Tex

Hamburger sandwich origins traced to 1904 St. Louis Fair

The hamburger as we know it today arrived in the United States in 1904 at the St. Louis Fair. Its earlier appearance was in Hamburg, Germany, where the dish originated.

U. S St. Louis Hamburg Germany

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Walter Wood Estelle Cox Wanda Murphy Florence Isaacs A. L. Melton Minnie Melton Wilson Homer Carson Albuquerque Ethel Heath Chickasha Carson Sidney Isaacs Oakman Billy Joe McNair Dale Gentry Stonewall News Linda Ann Tucker F. A. Ferguson Ahloso News Hart News Mrs. Alvie Griffith May Johnson Arno Griith Mr. Sprague of Joe Beck Barbara Blankenship Tulsa Mrs. C. L. Blankenship Loyd, Joyce Stephen Miller C. L. Blankenships T. J. Bennett Augusta, Kan Bill Bennett W. L. Sliger Owl Creek Ralph Treas Donald of Clovis, N. M Hillsboro, Tex Alfred Wallers Robert Hunter Bowes and Stouts Allen Sunday Fred Barbee Fred Kneeland New Son Dilton John Gray Glen Harrell Clifford Harrells Peggy Sims Joplin, Mo L. J. Penrod Joy Carmen Murray Devil’s den Mrs. Hoyt Lillard Lowell Lillards Evert Summerses We First Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
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