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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1952

Page

7

Oklahoma District Court Notices of Heirship and Quiet Title

Two district court notices from Pontotoc County Oklahoma order defendants to answer by specified dates in 1952. First case involves J G Cantrell Drilling Company seeking title determination and heirship for Robert B Wright and others over described real estate with perpetual injunction. Second case by Glynn Boley and J Whittle seeks to quiet title against Mordecia B Donaghey and Frances A Donaghey heirs over lands tied to an 1911 deed, with judgment to quiet title and bar any future claims. Both notices include court seals, deputy clerks, and attorneys.

State OF Oklahoma Robert B. Wright Nancy Wright David Wright J. G Towit Glynn Boley Mordecia B. Donaghey M. B. Donaghey Frances A. Donaghey Frances Donaghey M. B Donaghey Glynn W. Boley J. Whittle M. P. Donaghey Pontotoc County Ada

Notice of Hearing Final Account of Executrix

Goldie Ahrend executrix of Ida Johnsons estate files final account and petition for distribution and discharge. Hearing set November 3 1952 at 11 00 a m in Ada Oklahoma County Court Room to approve report and distribute estate. Court attached at Ada Oklahoma October 13 1952. In the Matter of Elizabeth Jean Lewis guardian Henry Dew final discharge hearing November 6 1952 at 10 00 a m at Ada county courthouse to settle guardian account and discharge guardian. J TAL CRAWFORD County Judge WARREN B RICE Attorney for Guardian. 10-16-21W

Goldie Ahrend Ida Johnson Ada Oklahoma Ada Oklahoma Henry Ww Elizabeth Jean Lewis Dew Henry Dew

Notice of Sheriff Sale Pontotoc County Oklahoma

In pursuance of an execution and order of sale issued September 30 1952 by the District Court of Pontotoc County Oklahoma Iran Shepard is plaintiff and LeRoy Singleton and Effie Lee Singleton his wife et al are defendants. The sheriff is directed to levy upon and sell the described land and tenements without apprisement.

District Court Pontotoc County Oklahoma Iran Shepard LeRoy Singleton Effie Lee Singleton Ada Mortgans Homeederal Savings & Loan Association of

Ike Urges River Basin Plan Reforms and TVA Caution

In Memphis Ike outlined a shift from federal to cooperative river basin efforts. He praised the TVA as a successful rural development model but urged it not to become a rigid pattern for other regions. He favored partnerships between state and federal agencies to shape regional resource development.

Memphis TVA

National Foundation leader to address Oklahoma March of Dimes

Beatrice Wright of New York assistant director of women's activities will speak to 26 state advisory leaders in Oklahoma next Wednesday. The group forms the Oklahoma March of Dimes advisory committee and will discuss 1953 drive plans with Dr Bruce G Carter of Miami state vice chairman.

Beatrice Wright New York National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis Bruce G. Carter Miami March of Dimes

State of Oklahoma Divorce Suit Against Lillie Mae Harper

The State of Oklahoma serves notice to Lillie Mae Harper that William A. Harper seeks a divorce on grounds of extreme cruelty dating back over a year. She must answer by November 12, 1952, or the petition will be taken as confessed and a decree of divorce granted. Court notice dated September 30, 1952.

State OF Oklahoma Lillie Mae Harper William A. Harper

Allen Church to Use Bus Service Inaugurates Free City Bus

Allen Church of Christ launches a city wide free bus service for parishioners and the public. A church bus departs at 9 15 a m Sunday for a two hour rotation through southwest and southeast areas to Broadway and back for the 9 45 a m service. The service runs again Wednesday and Sunday evenings at 7 p m with officials optimistic about community reception.

Allen Allen Church of Christ Broadway

Stevenson Attacks Nixon On Hiss Reference At Berkeley

Stevenson, speaking to an estimated 23 000 at Berkeley, criticized Nixon for tying him to Alger Hiss and urged a fuller self examination. He accused Nixon of using a crusade against communism to suppress ideas and urged voters to reject a past he called dead. He mocked Taft aligned supporters and said Nixon’s campaign partners fear the future.

Nixon Hiss Stevenson Sen Robert A. Taft Ohio Eisenhower

Fort Sill Needs More Range Area

Fort Sill officials say a survey shows the post needs more acreage to the west and north of the current reservation. The exact amount depends on future congressional funding. It was not disclosed whether the land need relates to a planned test of a 280 millimeter atomic artillery piece amid ongoing multi million dollar renovations.

FT. Sill Okla E. B. Edwards Army Col. Edwards Congress

Greece and Turkey Allow Border Crossing Without Passports

In 1952 Greece and Turkey agreed to permit citizens to cross the border between the two countries without passports, signaling a move toward easier cross-border movement. The accord aimed to ease travel and strengthen regional ties between the two Balkan nations.

Greece Turkey

Eisenhower praises TVA as great experiment in Memphis

Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower lauded the Tennessee Valley Authority as a great experiment in a Memphis speech while cautioning that TVA should not be the rigid pattern for water and power projects nationwide. He urged a partnership of state and federal efforts in river basin development and fired back at misreadings of his stance on public power. He planned to address the Eastern Seaboard after a West Coast swing.

New York Dwight D. Eisenhower Tennessee Valley Authority Memphis Knoxville Tenn TVA Eisenhower Seaboard Pacific Coast

Annual OU Alumni Banquet Is Tonight

The Oklahoma University Alumni banquet runs at 7 p.m. Thursday in the East Central Memorial Student Union ballroom with Dr. George L. Cross delivering the principal address. Dr. Charles F. Spencer introduces. East Central officials attend. Tickets available at Corner Drug and East Central finance office, with a few sold at the door. Wives and guests urged to attend. A post speech film of the OU Texas game will be shown.

Oklahoma University East Central Memorial George L. Cross University of Olahoma Charles F. Spencer East Central State College East Central Facult Spencer

Kentucky Editor Urges Insistent Press to Curb Corruption

James S. Pope, executive editor of the Louisville Courier Journal and Times, told 150 editors in Chicago that a vigilant press can end furtive government secrecy and corruption, blaming newspaper apathy for years of secrecy.

Chicago Kentucky James S. Pope Louisville Courier Journal and Times Inter- American Press

Tulsa Youth Pleads Guilty in Spring Shooting Case

Ronnie Swanson a 17 year old high school junior pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill in the shooting of his former sweetheart Mary Belle Robinson 16 last spring. District Judge Elmer Adams set November 21 for sentencing and probation was being studied by Officer Chauncey Moore.

Tulsa Okla Ronnie Swanson Elmer Adams Swanson Adams Mary Belle Robinson Chauncey Moore

Oklahoma State Reports Road and Bridge Construction Totals

Oklahoma City press release shows $38,145,973 in road and bridge work underway in the state. September contractor completions totaled $1,987,258.

Oklahoma City State Today Oklahoma

James Colvin Visited by Family During Navy Recruit Leave

James Colvin an apprentice seaman in the U. S. Navy and son of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Colvin of 823 E Fourth is on recruit leave. He joined the Navy in July and reports he enjoyed boot camp with hearty meals and a 22 pound weight gain. He will be transferred to Japan after boat leave and may be assigned as a diesel mechanic.

James Colvin U. S. Navy R. B. Colvin James Jack Chapman Navy Colvin Japan

Wood products drive North Carolina's second largest industry

North Carolina's wood products sector ranks as the state’s second largest industry, reflecting substantial output and employment. The industry supports mill towns, contributes to regional economies, and underpins related manufacturing and export activity.

North Carolina

Hostels Open Europe to Youth

European hostels offer cheap lodging for young travelers sponsored by national affiliates of the International Hostel Federation. About six thousand hostels in Europe provide clean simple rooms with many chores by guests. Travelers like Lee Mishkin and his bride Rene honeymooning in Rome praise the value and social mix, while space is tight in popular cities and some visitors face bed shortages.

International Hostel Federation Europe Lee Mishkin New York City University of Veneraia At Los Angeles Italy Dorreen Waistell Bishop Auckland England

Kinney Cemetery Day Set for Oct 21

Kinney cemetery fence project set for Tuesday October 21. Location midway between Sulphur and Mill Creek in Fletcher community. Steel posts ready. volunteers urged to bring tools for tearing down old fence and setting new. All day event with basket lunch at Fletcher school house.

Kinney Mill Creek Fletcher Murray Loans Fair State Air Fletcher School

Latta News Ties In Regular Weekend Visits

Latta residents shared a Sunday with relatives including Mr and Mrs Jack Woods of Stratford and Mrs Bill Bridge man family. Deer hunting trips were planned by Pontotoc countians in Colorado with Joe Castillo G M Bagley and A L Bagley joining others.

Joe Castillo G. M. Bagley A.L. Bagley

Fishermen Harvey Wilson and Hoot Houchen entertain class

Harvey Wilson and Hoot Houch en entertained the Baptist intermediate boys Sunday School class with a fishing trip at Lake Texoma spanning Friday night and Saturday.

Harvey Wilson Hoot Houchen Baptist Intermediate Lake Texoma

Mrs Quince Kerr Visits Daughter In Oklahoma

Mrs Quince Kerr of Bridgeport Oklahoma spent the weekend with her daughter Mrs Delbert Gerloff and their family.

Quince Kerr Bridgeport Okla Mrs Delbert Gerloff

Madden Family Visits Latta Kin in Latta Letta

Mr and Mrs Edgar Madden and their son of Wichita Kansas spent Thursday through Sunday with her parents Mr and Mrs Gus Gerloff They also visited her sister Mrs Evelyn Ellis and family and her brother Delbert Gerloff and family all of Latta

Edgar Madden Wichita, Kan Gus Gerloff Evelyn Ellis Delbert Gerloff Latta

Bridgeman Girl Visiting Woods in Stratford This Week

Janie Bridgeman the daughter of Mr and Mrs Bill Bridgeman is staying with her aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs Jack Woods in Stratford for the week.

Janie Bridgeman Bill Bridgeman Jack Woods Stratford

Ada birthday Supper honors Anita Baulch

Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Baulch with Terry and Trent attended a birthday Supper in Ada on Saturday night. The event, hosted by Mrs. Vernon Morris for her daughter Anita’s second birthday, included Mr. Norris and Donna among the guests.

Hazelwood couple attends OU Texas game in Dallas

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hazelwood visited Dallas on Saturday for the OU Texas football game. Mrs. Hazelwood stayed in Texas to visit friends and relatives while Louis headed home Sunday toward Colorado for deer hunting.

Louis Hazelwood Dallas

Mrs. George Shanks Visits Mrs Blake In Oklahoma City

Mrs. George Shanks of Oklahoma City visited Mrs. Roger Blake on Monday.

George Shanks Oklahoma City Roger Blake

Revered Ballards Visit Mus ogee Household Guests

Rev. and Mrs Ballard of Mus ogee visited at the home of Rev. Monday and Mrs F H LaFollette during a call that reflects local church and family ties in the community.

Ballard Musogee Monday F. H. LaFollette

Synodical Missionary Auxiliary Meets in Marlow

Mrs Herbert Cover Mrs Joe Lovelace and Mrs De Andrews attend the Synodical Missionary Auxiliary meeting in Marlow Tuesday as part of the union church activities.

Herbert Cover Joe Lovelace de Andrews Synodical Missionary Auxiliary Meeting Marlow

Mrs Theo Glover and Ted Allen Weekend Visit

Mrs Theo Glover and Ted Allen spent the weekend in Roosevelt Oklahoma visiting relatives, returning with fond memories of the trip and time with kin.

Mrs Theo Glover Ted Allen Roosevelt, Okla

Presbytery Delegates Attend Synodic Meetings

Mrs M L Stegall Mrs Wesley Brantley and Rev F H La Follette left Monday evening for Marlow to represent Latin Cumberland Presbyterian church at the annual Synod and Synodical Missionary Auxiliary meetings M L Stegall joined the group Tuesday and they returned Wednesday night after church

M. L. Stegall Wesley Brantley F. H. la Follette Marlow Cumberland Presbyterian Church

Birth of Beverly Gay Mahaney in Valley View Hospital

Mr and Mrs Vancel Mahaney announce the birth of their daughter Beverly Gay born October 10 at Valley View hospital weighing six pounds fourteen ounces at birth.

Vancel Mahaney Beverly Gay Valley View Hospital

Milk Route Handover Ends Delbert Gerloff's Runs

Delbert Gerloff, long time milk hauler in Pontotoc County, made his final run on Wednesday October 15. He sold his route to his brother in law Vancel Mahaney, who took over Thursday morning and will continue hauling milk to the Ada Maid plant.

Delbert Gerloff Pontotoc County Gerloff Vancel Mahaney Ada Maid

Weekend visit to Madill by Kerr family

Mrs. Robert Kerr spent the weekend in Madill visiting her mother in law Mrs. R. T. Kerr along with John and David.

Robert Kerr John and David Madill R. T. Kerr

Deer Hunt Opening Sparks First Sighting in Woods

Coy Shortes and Robert Kerr traveled Friday to Delta Colorado for a deer hunt. A Tuesday phone call told friends that on their first woods walk they saw four deer before the season had opened.

Coy Shortes Robert Kerr Delta Colorado

Unlucky May Seen For Marriages In Roman Times

In Roman times May was regarded as an unlucky month for marriages. This belief connected to seasonal customs and omens thought to affect matrimonial outcomes.

Compton Visits Houston Family Welcomes Newborn Kimberly

Mrs. A C Compton returned from Houston where she stayed with Mr and Mrs Frank Phillips and family. A second daughter named Kimberly was born to the Phillips on September 20. David Wade Watson visited Ada grandparents C R Watson over the weekend. Mrs John Nickell, ill in Valley View hospital, is slowly improving at son Chester Nikell's Ada home.

A. C. Compton Houston Texas Frank Phillips Phillips Kimberly David Wade Watson Mrs. C. R. Watson Ada John Nickell Valley View Hospital Chester Nikell

Fresno visitors visit Nickell and Vinson relatives

Mrs. Thelma Priest of Fresno California and Lester Nickell of Niland California are among visitors. Mr and Mrs Herman Cur lee and son Roby Texas and Mrs Willie Copland Hobart also spent time with Mr and Mrs J O Vinson and other relatives.

Thelma Priest Fresno Calif Lester Nickell Niland Herman Curlee Roby Tex Willie Copland Hobart John Nickell J. O. Vinson

Sasakwa couple hosts Hughes family weekend guests

Mr and Mrs Buddy Womach of Sasakwa stayed with Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hughes and their children over the weekend, visiting and spending time together.

Buddy Womach Sasakwa Kenneth Hughes

Ada Visit Includes Football Game Theatre and Fair

Arlena Bryant and Mrs Mariana Bryant of Ada attended the Oklahoma University vs Texas game in Dallas on Saturday. They saw Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in person at a theatre and visited the Dallas fair as guests of Mr and Mrs Marvin Henderson.

Arlena Bryant Mariana Bryant Ada O. U Texas Dallas Dean Martin Jerry Lewis Dallas Fair Marvin Henderson

Stephenson Family Visits Friends After Teaching Here

Mr and Mrs Royce Stephenson and their son Reedee from Quinton spent the weekend visiting many local friends. Both Mr and Mrs Stephenson taught school in the area the past year.

Royce Stephenson Reedee Quinton Mrs. Stephenson

Notable Allen Residents Attend OU Texas Game

Among Allen people at the O U Texas football game were Mr and Mrs J I Jones. In Ada on Saturday shoppers included Mrs Bonnie Hammonds and Janstell, Mrs Wayne Hammonds and son Mike, Mr and Mrs G D Rhodes and daughter Nancy, Mr and Mrs A B Palmer and children, Mr and Mrs Ralph Trivitt and family, and Mr and Mrs J A McDonald and SOR.

Allen O. U. - Texas J. I. Jones Ada Bonnie Hammonds Janstell Wayne Hammonds Mike G. D. Rhodes Nancy A. B. Palmer Ralph Trivitt J. A. McDonald Sor

Bryant and Son Spend Weekend at Healdton Home

W. A. Bryant and his son Jack, both employed at Healdton, spent the weekend in their home here.

W. A. Bryant Jack Healdton

Boeing Wichita workers visit hometown over weekend

Johnny Vinson Edd Irwin and J C Thomas Boeing Aircraft factory Wichita Kas spent the weekend here Pete Evett accompanied them back to Wichita where he hopes to find employment.

Johnny Vinson Edd Irwin J. C. Thomas Boeing Aircraft Wichita Kas Pete Evett

Hatleys and Dents Visit Vinsons in City

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hatley and two children from Muskogee and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Denton with family from Ft. Smith Ark visited Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Vinson and other relatives here Saturday and Sunday.

Ernest Hatley Muskogee Cecil Denton Ft. Smith Ark J. O. Vinson

Rev Harper and Cecil Vins visit Frank Jarrett in Holdenville hospital

Rev I T Harper and Cecil Vin son visited Frank Jarrett at St. Francis Hospital Holdenville Sunday night. Jarrett is reported in critical condition.

I. T. Harper Cecil Vinson Frank Jarrett St. Francis Hospital Holdenville Jarrett

Ardmore guests sought by Vinson family

Mrs. Helen Jeters and her son Buck from Stonewall, along with Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Mason from Ardmore, were recent house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charley Vinson and family.

Helen Jeters Buck Stonewall Eugene Mason Ardmore Charley Vinson

Wewoka Family Hosts Gaults For Sunday Visit

Mr and Mrs Bill Ligon and children of Wewoka were Sunday visitors in the home of Mr and Mrs Glen Gault and family.

Bill Ligon Wewoka Glen Gault

Mr and Mrs Fred Page Visit Hominy On Sunday

Mr and Mrs Fred Page spent Sunday in Hominy visiting friends and relatives, enjoying a brief outing away from home.

Fred Page Hominy

Ada social visit reported by local residents

Mr and Mrs Joe Sever and Mrs W P Wade spent Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Ray Martin in Ada.

Joe Sever W. P. Wade Ray Martin Ada

Weekend Visit Stresses Ties Among Oklahoma Families

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Winters of Holdenville and Mrs. Lizzie Arnold of Wetumka visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Malone and family Sunday afternoon, sharing a cordial family gathering.

Eugene Winters Holdenville Lizzie Arnold Wetumka A. E. Malone

Mrs Ruby Whitehead Progress Report From Valley View

Mrs. Ruby Whitehead is reported to be improved after a period as a patient in Valley View hospital. Her health update notes steady recovery and continued care at the facility.

Ruby Whitehead Whitehead Valley View Hospital

Gilmore Family Spends Saturday in Ada

Mr and Mrs R E Gilmore and daughter Roberta shopped in Ada and attended the theatre there Saturday night.

R. E. Gilmore Roberta Ada

Ramsey Family Visits Dodds Home in Okmulgee

Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Ramsey with children Coy Lynn and Virginia spent Sunday at the home of Mrs Ramsey’s parents Mr and Mrs Knox Dodds in Okmulgee.

Virgil Ramsey Coy Lynn Virginia Ramsey Knox Dodds Okmulgee

Latta Schoolmasters Club Attendees Monday Night

Attending the Schoolmasters club at Latta Monday night were Mr. J. N. McKeel, R. G. Fleming, A. G. Pipkin and W. B. Hokett.

Latta Mr. J. N. McKeel R. G. Fleming A. G. Pipkin W. B. Hokett

Taft Couple Welcome Son Michael Frank Vinson

Mr and Mrs C B Vinson of Taft California welcomed a son born October 9 weighing nine pounds two ounces. The baby has been named Michael Frank and Mrs Vinson is formerly Miss Willie Webster.

C. B. Vinson Taft, Calif Michael Frank Vinson Willie Webster

Mrs Rowe Travels to Oklahoma City for Aunt Noseman’s Funeral

Mrs M L Rowe departed Tuesday evening for Oklahoma City to attend the funeral of her aunt Mrs Cathrine Noseman who passed away Monday.

M. L. Rowe Oklahoma City Cathrine Noseman

Mrs Gilmore and Montgomery Visit Bowlegs Guest of Mason

Mrs. R. E. Gilmore and Mrs. Myrtle Montgomery spent Monday in Bowlegs as guests of Mrs. E. L. Mason.

R. E. Gilmore Myrtle Montgomery Bowlegs E. L. Mason

Oklahoma City visit by the Bost and Wright families

Mr. and Mrs. E. Bost and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wright traveled to Oklahoma City for shopping and a visit with Irvin Bost and his family.

E. Bost Jack Wright Oklahoma City Mr. Bost Irvin Bost

Mrs Bernice Eytle Makes Business Trip to Ada

Mrs Bernice Eytle made a business trip to Ada on Tuesday. The brief item notes her travel and purpose, with Ada as the destination.

Bernice Eytle Ada

Ada shoppers Mrs Bryant and family noted

Mrs S A Bryant Mrs L A Bryant and daughter Patsy were seen shopping and transacting business in Ada Monday afternoon. Miss Irene Jenkins who spent the past week with her sister and brother in law Mr and Mrs Arthur Wehunt Su phur has returned home here.

S. A. Bryant L. A. Bryant Patsy Ada Irene Jenkins Arthur Wehunt Suphur

Typhoon Spin Direction Shifts by Hemisphere

A meteorology note explains that typhoons rotate counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere and clockwise in the southern hemisphere due to Coriolis forces affecting large-scale air flow and storm circulation.

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