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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1966

Page

2

Wade Family Reunion Held at Ownbey Home

The Wade and Ownbey families gathered at the Ownbey residence for a reunion in Stratford. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Wade of Chicago and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan L. Jackson, with relatives from Ada and nearby towns. some absences due to illness were noted.

Wade Ownbey Home Erey V. Ownhey Stratford Ownbey W. D. Wade Chicago Ivan L. Jackson Scottsdale Ariz J. F. Wade Ada-Stratford Bessie Scarberry Wihel Reed Roff Lara Miller Ada Nora Cook Vallejo Calif Chloe Patillo Amarilla Tex Dinzel Pierce Powers Walnut Creek Dorothy Kenneth Fox Lafayette Bob Ginger Fussell Howard Lois Waller Dotis Goodknight Frederick Mike Carroll Mattie Chatham Tulsa Lucille Backus Mrs. Jackson

David Brooks Family Reunion Draws 73 Attendees

The David Brooks family reunion was held Saturday at Lula School. 73 relatives attended, enjoying a buffet dinner after prayers. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Coy Teel, L. D. and others from Springdale Arkansas Texarkana Texas Lula Ada Me Tupelo and Fayetteville Arkansas among many names listed.

David Brooks Lula School Amazing Grace Burtis Williams Chester Treas Merk Texarkana Tex Wayne Brooks Jerry Mike Elizabeth Austin Charley Williams Ginger Phyllis Rita Lula Short Fortner Joy Lule J. W. Brisby Gan. Manuel Ariz D. Brooks Mike Ganns Ade Walter Brooks Donald Brooks Dewayne Ada Simon Young Elane Clay Ross Cristin Derrick Williams Fayetteville Ark David Fortner David Wayne Tupelo Dave Stonecipner Larry Ula

Burger Fry Becomes Family Homemakers Event

The Vanass Homemakers Club hosted a Saturday night hamburger fry with members Thelma Perriman Auli McCullar Stephanie Anita Glenn Cornell Marvin Briggs Bob Novi Linda Benton McCauley Lawra Roy Glasgow Edward Coffey Denise Danny Joe Walker Wesley Delvin and families in attendance. The outdoor meal was sponsored by the Homemakers Group and Perriman gave the devotional before the group sang the birthday song for Mrs Briggs.

Vanass Homemakers Club Thelma Perriman Auli McCullar Stephanie Anita Glenn Cornell Marvin Briggs Bob Novi Linda Benton McCauley Lawra Roy Glasgow Edward Coffey Denise Danny Joe Walker Wesley Delvin Briggs Gaines

Party Honors Mr. McGee On 72nd Birthday

The Vanoss Homemakers Group celebrated J. L. McGee’s 72nd birthday on October 19. Corene Pedersen baked and iced a pineapple cake, decorated by Mrs. Joe Walker with a greeting and flowers. Cake was served with coffee and punch. attendees included Mrs. Armanda McCauley, Laura Ann, Mrs. Marvin Hunt and Larry, Mrs. Leon Hughe, and Mrs. Alvie Griffith.

Vanhoss Homemakers J. L. McGee Corene Pedersen Joe Walker Mr. McGee Armanda McCauley Laura Ann Marvin Hunt Larry Leon Hughe Alvie Griffith

Advance Study Club Receives Community Improvement Plaque

Dick Blekeley spoke at the Coalgate Advance Study Club meeting held at Mrs. Pasquali's home. A plaque honoring the club's role in improving the community with the Coalgate Lions Park project was presented by Dr. Gardner. Delegates for the district convention and plans for a December covered dish luncheon were announced.

Dick Blekeley Coalgate Advance Study Club Bill Pasquali W. C. Hudson D. B. Gardner Blakeley Coalgate Hudgon Gardner Joe Mixon Gilbert Blue

Ada Couple Observes 50th Wedding Date

Ada couple Mr and Mrs George W Brins on observed their golden wedding anniversary since their marriage in 1916 in Calgary Canada. Family and friends attended a three day celebration at 725 Hast Bu with relatives from California Louisiana and Kansas joining their Ada based children and grandchildren.

Ada George W. Brinson Calgary Canada Hast

Goodneighbors Name Officers for 1966 67

The Goodneighbor Club of Union Hill elected officers for 1966 67. La jvona Jones was chosen president Ina Haines vice president and Daisy Binion secretary treasurer. Members attended including Elva Kemp Lavona Jones Lena Cochran Emma Jones Lillie Katz and Toxie Gald en. The next meeting is set for November 2 at 1 pm at Lavona Jones home.

Elva Kemp Goodneighbor Club Union Hill Lillie Kare Gaver Kemp Lajvona Jones Ina Haines Daisy Binion Susan Emma. Jones Laura Haines Lena Cochran Emma Jones Lillie Katz Lavona Jones Toxie Galden

Westview Women’s Class Names The Ruth Class and Elects Officers

Westview Baptist Church women’s class met at Mrs. Wanda Welch’s home for a business and social. Officers elected for the coming year include president and assistant teacher Mrs. Wanda Welch, vice president Mrs. Sue Winters, secretary Mrs. Rose Nolen, social chairwoman Mrs. Betty Hunt, and group chairman Mrs. Lena Atkinson. The group approved the name The Ruth Class and Welch served refreshments. attendees included Mrs. Hunt Vaughn Stroud Winters Anderson Welch and Atkinson plus Timmie Hunt Sandra Welch.

Westview Baptist Church Wanda Welch Thelma Stroud Maurine Vaughn Sue Winters Rose Nolen Betty Hunt Lena Atkinson Ruth Welch Mesdames Hunt Vaughn Stroud Winters Janice Anderson Atkinson Timmie Hunt Sandra Welch

Laura B. Kelley Remembered At 71 Birthday Event

Laura B. Kelley was honored at a Frisco Homemakers gathering on October 19 with cookies peanut butter sandwiches cheeses and punch. Attendees included Josie McCormick Julia Garner Corrine Wood Nellie Robinson Mae Worman Fannie Worman Effie Blevins Kenneth Braselton Eva Perry Tommy Newell Ruby Brewer Susieker Rosa Langley Merle McCubbin Ella Mac Robinson and nurses aides Ruby Flowers and Sharon Horton. Resthaven Nursing Home Stonewall chapel featured Halloween decor with jack o lanterns and a witch stirring brew in a large black cauldron.

Laura Belie Kelley Frisco Josie McCormick Julia Garner Corrine Wood Nellie Robinson Mae Worman Fannie Worman Effie Blevins Kenneth Braselton Eva Perry Tommy Newell Ruby Brewer Susieker Rosa Langley Merle McCubbin Ella Mac Robinson Ruby Flowers Sharon ‘Horton Chapel of the Resthaven Stonewall Jack O

Lula Homemakers Group Shares Busy Day Meals Lesson

The Lula Homemakers Group met at Mrs. Doryn Stonecipher’s home with vice president Mrs. Charlie Williams presiding. Mrs. Clyde Wofford presented the program Busy Day Meals, offering meal planning tips and oven recipes. The group served dessert, discussed cemetery signs, and later aided Lula women at a barbecue for Highway 48’s completion, serving over 400. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Sherman Drennan’s home.

Lula Homemakers Group Doryn Stonecipher Charlie Williams W. B. Hokett Sherman Drennan Progres Clyde Wofford Fred Wofford Knox Lee Sweat Lee Crass Stonecipher Sherman Dremnan Gorden Pernell

Union Hill Church Events and Local Revival Schedule

Social and Halloween party for all classes at Union Hi Church Thursday Oct 27 6 30 p m at the Golden home. Union Hill Church of God monthly supper Friday Nov 11 all night singing. Cedar Grove Free Will Baptist Church East of Francis revival Oct 4 to 29 with dinner Saturday and events Friday night revival. Regional Basketball Clinic East Central State College Saturday 1 am to 3 40 pm. First Baptist Yonewall homecoming Sunday with note burning and basket dinners. Former pastor to speak.

Thursvat Union Hi Church Horace Golden Union Hill Church of God Francis First Baptist Church Derry Seaton Joe Frazier Dudley Bristow East Central State College First Baptist Church of Yonewall

Shower Honors Recent Bride

Mrs. Yancey Bullard of Coalgate, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Bullard, Tupelo, was honored at a bridal shower in First Baptist Church Tupelo. Hostesses included Mrs Robert Brashears and others. Phyllis Ray won a school prize. Guests listed include Kathryn Echols and many Bullard family members. FE 24433 for Want Ad action.

Robert Smith Tupelo First Baptist Church Yancey Bullard Coalgate Harvey Bullard Smiths Ada Kathryn Echols Robert Brashears Marvin Brashears Tony Angel Marvella Lloyd Bertha Palmer Sherry Palmar Joy Nell Weller Bessie Dailey H. L. Bullard Nora Turner W. B. Hokett Cliff’ Snow Zena Frederick Russell Ray H. D. Bullard Phyllis Ray Harmon Bullard Brenda Bullard Carol Joyce Bullard Martin McCurdy Leo James Sherman Drennan Dewey Snow Bill. Lowder

Mrs Powell Heads Rolf Homemakers Club Meeting

The Rolf Homemakers met Friday in the clubhouse with Mrs Harold Davis leading Eye Chapter 3 and Harold E Kohn’s prayer. Officers were elected, with Mrs Alvie Powell ousted as president and Mrs Jane Kolb as vice president. Highlights included one dish meal tips and recipes, plus immunization trip plans and bond election sheets for Pontotoc County.

Rolf Homemakers Harold Davis Harold E. Kohn Alvie Powall Jane Kolb Raymond Laseman Powell Martha Mole Pontotoc County Pers Alvin Powell Hickory Ada Lenora Johnson Davis Everett Bryant Beulah Hathaway Mabel Rucker Arthur Harber C. B. Smith Lawton Martha Mote

Class For Women Offered By Latta School

The Latta School vocational home economics department offers a series of women’s classes titled Personal Improvement Charm and Beauty. The first session is October 26 from 9 to 11 in the home economics room with instructor Lorene Robertson. Weekly sessions through November cover Skin Care and Make Up Calor and You Lines and Styles in Clothing Figure Flattery Charm and Poise with no fee for attendees.

Vocational Home Economics Department Latta School Lorene Robertson Hale Beauty Noriie Harden Latta

Halloween Social Brings Ada and Surrounding Folks Together

A county wide Halloween gathering in Ada featured a reverse trick or treat event at the Fellowship Hall of the First Baptist Church. Families from Sherman Texas to Oklahoma City shared treats and games, with Rev. Martin O Baird leading devotions and a witch scene, while attendees including Gearldine Lee, Margaret, George, and many local residents enjoyed cookies and neighborhood companionship.

Francis Gearldine Lee Doc Norris Doug Norris Butch Rosie Lee Nancy Sherman Tex Margaret Vis- I J. R. Reed W. A. Lee the Roffison Dallas Sul Ada First Baptist Church Mempher Bat Lessa Snider Oklahome i L. F. McAfee Jes Texarkana James Lee Scecil Adams Ruth Odom Maude Paulk Martin O’ Baird Rofs Old Rugged Cross Joe Thompson Baird Dale Fairchild Mrp. Baird

Local residents swap visits and travels across several states

A roundup of community exchanges shows Latta visitors to Oklahoma City for training, families gathering in Anadarko and Webberton, and multiple trips to Memphis Tennessee for a National Quartet Singing Convention. Also noted are hospital stays, Sunday dinners, church events, and weekend visits among residents of Ada Seminole and McAlester.

Arthur Smith Paul Tucker Tonya Memphis Tenn National Quartet Singing Convention

Trinity Class Has Fun At Goblin Party

The Willing Workers Class of Trinity Baptist Church held a Thursday 7 30 p m Halloween party in the church fellowship hall. The pastor and his wife were guests. Mrs Ronnie Scott and Mr Bob Allen decorated with orange and black streamers jack o lanterns scarecrows owls and witches. Jack Howry was voted best dressed. Games featured participants Clyde Loveland Ray Leemhuis Barbara Barker Billie Tipton and Paula Loveland. Attendees included Jim Lanahan and many couples associated with the class.

Trinity Baptist Church Ronnie Scott Bob Allen Jack Howry Clyde Loveland Rey Lester Barker

Dawna Brashears Is 1 Two Parties Honor Her

Dawna Brashears celebrated her first birthday with two parties. A sunny cake and punch were served by her mother. Relatives present included her grandmother Mrs. Boda Hisaw and many aunts and cousins from Tupelo and nearby towns.

Dawna Brashears Srandmother Boda Hisaw Charles Hisaw l Charles Edward, Fittstone Johnnie Daniel Johama Dorinna John Daniel Bruce Scott Steve Alta King Carol Ginger Murphy Colene Thompson and Ward Edith Price Sandra Jackson Kimberly Lonewall Marvin Brashears la- Vonda Good Marvella Loyd Jackie Tupelo

Morals and Manners Symposium Discussed at FHA Meeting

A Wednesday Byng FHA symposium explored morals and manners with speakers on business etiquette, campus conduct, Turkish customs, and teenage dating. The Junior FHAers led the program, with devotional by Nancy Pubman and advisement by Mrs. Thelma Dellinger. Green-skinned apples may not be tart. ask about fruit before buying.

Byng Fha Jack Fowler Edward Collins Mildred Payton Wio Turkey Joe Engel FHA Nancy Pubman Thelma Dellinger Lyng

Bud Wilkinson Backs Garrison in Edmondson Race Clash

OKMULGEE RP Bud Wilkinson endorses Republican state Sen Denzil Garrison for the 2nd District U.S. representative seat. He criticizes Democrat incumbent Ed Edmondson, quoting Edmondson's past remarks and noting Wilkinson’s OU coaching wins against Texas. Wilkinson plans stops in Muskogee Claremore Pryor Nowata and Bartlesville.

Okmulgee Bud Wilkinson Denzil Garrison U.S Wilkinson Ed Edmondson Edmondson Bud Texas Garrison Muskogee Claremore Pryor Nowata Bartlesville Sen Fred Harris

Training Course Slated For Aides In COALGATE

A training course for home aides sponsored by the Community Action Program through the county health center will start around November 1. Applications are accepted through Friday. The 160 hour program combines on the job and classroom training to prepare aides for Medicare home care after hospitalization. Six students will form the first class, chosen from the best-qualified applicants.

Coalgate Community Action Program County Health Center Fiiay Gayle Rhyne CAP

Bellman outlines social services opening plan

Gov Bellman outlines a social services development concept for a state site selected by the Health Department. The Ada banquet, chaired by W D Little Jr, will feature discussion of the project, with tickets at 2.50 per person and reservations via the Ada Chamber of Commerce.

State Health Department W. D. Little Jr East Central Oklahoma Building Authority Ada Chamber of Commerce Bellman

Cattlemen’s Auction Planned in Oklahoma City

Cattlemen plan an auction of beef cattle donated by Oklahoma producers to raise funds through the OCA Research Fund. A tentative date is set for November, with proceeds directed to support research efforts.

OCA Research Fund Oklahoma City

Midland Social Notes Highlight Local Visits

Midland residents report a weekend of family and friend gatherings across Hutchinson Moore Ada Latta and Francis areas. Carroll Pedersen Reggie Laura Pedersen Boyd Ponder Nolan Hester and others joined Mrs Pedersen and family events at the Indian Hills restaurant and Hughey home. David Watson, former Francis postmaster, celebrated his 95th birthday on October 22.

Leo McNinchyand Gayle C. L. Blankenship Pleasant Hill Miller Ada Carroll Pedersen Reggie v Laura Pedersen Boyd Ponder Glen Cornell George Dale Yisi John Baker

Pentecostal Holiness Church Attendance Report

Attendance Sunday at the Pentecostal Holiness Church was 74. Rev. Ralford Bullard taught the Bible Class. Rev. Glenn Eaves was in charge of the services.

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Vanoss Group Advance Study Club Carol Mobins Dick Blakeley Gilbert Bue E. P. Fanning D. E. Gardner Stanley Helms W. C. Budson D. M. Mayer Norman Moody Paul Vinson Lloyd Davenport Kenneth Jones Jon Mison Pas+quali Harry McNiece Templeton Harold Crowe DeRidder Brinson Harris Everett Trena McFarland N. A. Robertson K. A. McFarland Bill Goodneighbors Westview Laura B. Kelley Mrs. Powell Roff TV John Davis Oklahoma! City Mrs. Davis Harrison Mary Annn Herbert Griffeth Beulah Hathaway Jr Pat Fairchild Paul McCurdy Jr Ronnie Tidwell Bubba Walker Donna Summers David Baird Xavaryne Walsh Diane Hedson Travis Grinstead Lebbie Butler Wils Monroe Lee Wilburn Kenneth Shaw Raymond Golden Davis Harrison Mary Ang Carl Taylor Monroe Les H. L. Kelley May Howard Denice Isom Harris Tsom Harris Harris Mrs Carlos Harrison Family Cal West Floyd Bée Enid Bert Kellogg and Wewoka Marvin West Joe and Danny Sims Judy’Lloya Cecil Adams Fred Slocter Seminoley i Maurice Adams Henryjetta Dean Baker Floyd Lee Geneva Crews OD. Williamson Diviney Wayne Hartley Midwest City Robert Robert Arnold Phillips Allen Mel Westbrook Casey Thomas Sheer i Jimmy Shawnee Drucilla Kart Mechelle Thames Alpha Dee Lance Los Angeles C. H. Stan C. #. Shaw Alpha Dee Larce Verne Holdenville Home Economics Department Wom, Ven Home Demonstration Club Glenn Eaves Nina Sue Floyd Burk Hansel Burk Frank I Lewis Gerald Sutton Byars Minnie Lewis Wynomia Roberts Valley View Hospital Winford Parrish Virginia Miller Ma‘rie Smith Juanita Rowe Hazel Newby Naame Cox Bea Robertson Ard Lona Soward Sutton Christend Beverly Willis Sutton Ruth Sutton Charles Thomas v Drucilla Thomas Charles Redman Galey Mrs. Alber Earl Pierce Bob Page A. 0. Sutton Glenn Norton Ricky Norton Vannie Northam Zelma Marti Oklahoma Guy Oil Center Attie Holland Norma Lee Brown Carlsbad N. M Pug Garrett Rae Garrett Vera Latham Sharon McDonald Kansas City, Mo Zelma Martin Okahoma City Oren Grays Lawrence Lane del City Oren Gray Thurman Gray Seminole Bob Gray Russell Ricky Fred Gray Carma Very Non Gray Oren Gray Velma Martin Vernon Gray Bob Sweat Telephone Company Emory Hurley Olan Robbins Diane Anadarko Floyd Robbins Clive Robertson B. L. Hardin Jess Norvile Royce Jaquess Norvills Hardins D. A. 3Riggs Webetka Joe Moore Boldenville Frank Holman Abloso Rev Glen Eaves Medlester Her Paren Hudie Lee Melvin Booth Nebraska Dorchie Booth Artie Holland Nora Ryan Booth Lake Texome Ben Robertson Billy Jim Robertson Tamara Stacy Sidney Isaac Guy Lel Bert Monniers Guy|Jones Willie Isaac Kit Thomas Robertsons Horton Berry Sally Pitts Nan Belleland Clarksville Wiburn Gerland Charles Me Caskey Batesville Cumberland Presbyterian Church Benny Hampton Cledes Grissom Mercy Hospital Maud Bevers Bill W. Brogdon Robert Chaney Tishomingo Sidney Green Billie Forman Bill Jones Edna Swart David Marvy Summers Leroy James Green Michael McAlester Obe Robertson F. W. Bray Postel Robertson S. J. Myrick Bob Gamer Grover Fulkerson William Sam Dae Sims Jana Joni Joel Bob Kelly Dave Booby Tommy Kathy Karen Mike Thomas Ricky, Moore Sally Wyche Junior Northam Britt Vivian Northam Wayne Walker L Bolding Dencan Carolyn Thomas Josie Northarn Vivian, Northam Marnie McMasters Josie Northam Edd Carr Jarl Carr Trinity Cattlemen's Midland Henry Gross Hutchinson, Kaa J. L. Meee The Federsens Reggie Chris Richard Pedersen Rick Nolan Hester Leon Hughey Eddie Hester Fitzhugh Lynn Lee Dora McGeevis Deza Lee Conie Hugheys
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