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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1958
Page
3
The Pontotoc County Home Demonstration Council held its fall meeting at the First Baptist Church in Ada. Officers elected include Vice-president Mrs. Ross Fulton Latta, Chaplain Mrs. Bob Mayberry Latta, Historian Mrs. D. H. Landis McLish. President Mrs. L. K. McGee and Secretary Mrs. Raymond Laseman continue through 1959.
Gilbert Grosvenor a key founder of the National Geographic Society is linked by family to inventor Alexander Graham Bell. The reference notes Grosvenor’s prominent role and Bell’s connection through marriage.
The earliest plastic material was developed in 1868 to replace ivory in billiard balls, marking the birth of a new synthetic product used in games and industry.
Perique tobacco, a strong spicy leaf, is grown exclusively in Louisiana, tying its unique flavor to the state’s soil climate and farming traditions. Local growers maintain traditional methods to produce this famed curing process and distinctive aroma.
Pat Tiffin of Vaness 4-H presented a style demonstration at the county HD council meeting in Ada on Friday. She showed how a simple white dress can be transformed with accessories to create a variety of looks, drawing enthusiastic applause from attending women.
BEBEE Mrs Ed Berryman and Mrs A L Cape hosted a surprise housewarming for Mr and Mrs Leonard Archer in their new home. Refreshments followed gifts as attendees and those sending gifts included Oma Enloe Mack McCoy Henry Norton Paul Ray Albert Norton Hack Mosier Alvis Tumnelsom Leo Scott Bill Mosier Sonny Golden Hollis Kite Horace Golden Robert Golden Son Jones Dink Binion Earl Melton Duke Rhyne Walter McAnally Kenneth Ray Hurley O S Whitson Ed Berryman AL Cape Earl Rose and others.
A Allen High School hosts an Allen Parent Teacher Association session with eight students and five parents debating teen issues. Topics include driving curfews schoolwork and outside activities while the audience adds comments.
A simple tip to elevate creamed spinach by sprinkling it with tiny butter-browned croutons. The crunch adds a savory contrast that makes the dish more appealing to families.
Mr and Mrs Bob Langley of Vamposa announce the birth of their daughter Rae Nell Langley born around 7 am Wednesday October 8 weighing 7 pounds. The Langleys already have daughters Gae Won and La Vonda. Grandparents are Lee Langley of Union Valley and Alvin Minor of Frisco.
Mr and Mrs Bob Tinsley announce the birth of a daughter at 1 a.m. Sunday October 12. The mother is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Burt Phillips.
J. K. Parker pleads not guilty to bogus check charges after arraignment in county court. Bond set at $500. Complainant is Earl Parker of Parker Home Supply. John Matthews had similar charges, fined $10 with balance suspended, 18 days in jail, credited on a two for one basis.
A Sunday reunion and informal dinner for Hailey Williams of California honors former Union Hill residents. Sixty relatives attend at the Aldridge Hotel ballroom, with many family members from Ada Lindsay Guthrie and Dowie, Texas joining after rain redirected plans.
The Soviet Union announces war on Japan on August 8 1945 joining Allied forces. Moscow declares Soviet offensive across Manchuria and against Japanese forces as World War II nears final stages.
FITTSTOWN Leroy Butch Wigley was the guest of honor at a surprise birthday party at the Welton Stanford home. Hostess Jemme Sue Ward organized Hallowe'en–themed decorations and games, with a cake lit by four candles and signed by all guests.
The Gaar Corner Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Christine Martin's home. Devotional was by Mrs. Dale Melton. The theme was Entertaining Simply. Members present included Mrs. Anne Hamblin Inez Pennington Verna McCurdy Bessie Bradley Mildred Melton and guests Mrs. Juanita Meeks and Mrs. Marie Hopper. Gift exchange names were drawn for the December Christmas party.
UNION HILL The Senior Sunday School class of Camp Ground Free Will Baptist Church enjoyed a hay ride and a wiener roast Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs Loy Wood. Attendees included Glen Wiffong Jo Wallis Butch Parnell Jaquita Arter Gene Myers Pat Herring Doug Kendall Jim Wood Glenda Wallis Bill Briggs Karen Wallis Glen and Lynn Wood teachers Mrs Lavelle Wallis Glen Wallis and Mr and Mrs Loy Wood.
In rural Greece, girls dance with a handkerchief in their hands and avoid touching a man unless he is the one they will wed. The custom reflects cautious courtship norms in small-town life.
Long Beach California evolved from a cattle range to a famed seaside resort, as land use shifted toward tourism and coastal development. The early frontier days gave way to hotels piers and promenade culture shaping its identity. The change reflects broader west coast urban growth and resort era economics.
A Saturday through October births roundup lists several newborns. Kevin Lowell Smith born October 6 to Rev. and Mrs. Lowell Smith of Midwest City with brothers Kirk and Randy. Donnie Ray Pennington born October 11 at Valley View Hospital to Alfred and spouse of Parish Chapel. Danny Ray Hatton born October 4 to Leon and wife of Oakman. Marion Eugene Harris born October 7 at Valley View Hospital to Otto and wife north of Ada. Michael Timothy Muncrief born October 4 in Dallas to Marion Muncrief Jr. and spouse, with grandparents Grady Caldwell of Wagoner and Marion Muncrief of Sulphur, and Juliet Caldwell Muncrief.
The Ruth and Dorcas classes of the Ahtoso Baptist Church held their annual business meeting and party at the Abtoso church. Mrs. J. C. Treas presided, with Devotional by Mrs. John Clifton and prayers by Mrs. Prentis West. New officers were elected for the coming year including chairmen and committee heads.
Turn baked whipped sweet potatoes into a casserole. Top with fresh grapefruit sections and drizzle melted butter. Sprinkle light brown sugar and bake at 375 degrees F until sugar melts, about 30 minutes.
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