Ada First Christian Church Formation and Growth
The First Christian Church of Ada organized in 1901 at the First M E Church with about 20 members led by L B Gogan, an Indian Territory evangelist. The 1902 church building rose under R W Allen. Early pastors included G T Black J W Humphrey A M Harral Crain E L Kirtley C E Smootz L M Anderson and current pastor Clifford B James. Membership stands at 225 with a thriving C E Society and active departments. Pontotoc County offers fuel nearby. a booster mindset dominates local life. Knocking outsiders face a cold welcome and possible hot time among boosters.
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First
Christian Church
Ada
M. E
L. B. Grogan
Indian Territory
R. W. Allen
G. T. Black
J. W. Humphrey
Kentucky
A. M. Harral
Crain
Pontotoc County
Pon‘otoc County
First Baptist Church Ada Oklahoma Beginnings and Growth
The First Baptist Church of Ada Oklahoma traces its origin to before the Francisco railroad era, using a schoolhouse in old North Ada. It moved to Main Street in 1902 and to a frame building on South Broadway in 1903, with pastors including Hardee Collins Wesson Maddox Harrell and Stubblefield. The church later built a parsonage and rebuilt the church at a total value around $15,000 with about 314 members and a large school attendance.
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Harris Hotel
Main Street
South Broadway
W. S. Kerr
Ada
J. F. Jackson
L . Crowder
W. C. Duncan
M. M. Sanders
T.J. Chambless
Tolbert
Hardee
J. W. Collins
South Ada
E. A. Wesson
Sentinel
Okla
Forrest Maddox
Elk City
T. B. Harrell
Mercedes
Texas
C. Stubblefield
Ada First Baptist Church shows growth and plans for future
The Ada church reports a strong 1913 year with active membership, a progressive spirit, and a goal to build a light to the world. The annual association letter lists salaries 1800.00, state missions 44.00, association missions 50.00, home missions 0.00, foreign 0.00, orphans home 120.00, and total contributions 5652.00 for the year.
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Mately
First Baptist Church
Ada
Pontotoc County Association
Mem Hora Sone
Sv Hk
Rural Schools in Pontotoc County
At statehood the rural districts had only miserable buildings. In six years over 60,000 dollars has funded solid schoolhouses and eight to nine month terms. With East Central Normal at Ada guiding teacher standards, the system grows in thoroughness and efficiency.
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East Central Normal
Ada
Pontotoc County’s Alluring Climate Attracts Diverse Citizens
Pontotoc county appeals to the best element of citizen ship noting a temperate climate and fertile soil. The region promises comfort for any arrival from old states with conditions similar to previous homes. The discourse frames local citizenship as the union of progressive people from across the map.
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Pontotoc County
Growth of Ada Church of Christ Since 1910 Start
The Church of Christ organized in 1910 with fifteen members and now numbers seventy. A new, comfortable house of worship was built at West 9th and Oak. The church welcomes visitors and maintains a Bible school with strong participation. Late J. P. Eddleman and pioneer C. W. Floyd were key early members. Elder F. M. McGlasson served as the first pastor.
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Church of Christ
West 9Th and
Oak Avenues
Ada
J. P. Eddleman
C. W. Floyd
F. M. McGlasson
Alphabetical Funeral Attendance Rule Adopts Union Pay
The Musicians' Union of San Francisco amends funeral attendance rules with members chosen alphabetically to attend funerals of deceased members. They will be paid $3 per service, and failing to attend or provide a substitute incurs a penalty up to $5.
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The
Musicians’ Union of
San Francisco
Asbury Methodist Church Growth and Structure
Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church South at Johnston and Sixth Street was established in 1907 with eighty-one members and now reports a net membership of 149 with fifteen new members this year. The church runs departments including Sunday school under Dan Newton, Senior Epworth League led by Mrs W. C. Clark, Junior Epworth League led by Mrs. McGuyre, and the Woman's Missionary Society under Mrs. M. A. Cassidy. property valued at $2,500.
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Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church
Johnston and
Sixth Street
Dan Newton
Epworth League
W. C. Clark
McGuyre
Woman’s Missionary Society
M. A. Cassidy
Pontotoc County rainfall linked to crop prosperity
The text states Pontotoc County averages forty inches of rain yearly, ensuring good crops and ample returns for farmers. It claims no historic crop failure in Pontotoc, contrasting with other regions, and argues that abundant moisture leads to prosperity.
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Pontotoc County
Ada Weekly News Ad Offerings Notice
If you have anything to sell or trade, place an advertisement in the Ada Weekly News.
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Ada Weekly News
Also Mentioned on This Page
First Christian Church
Evangelist M. A. Cassidy
Firemen Brotherhood
Canada
Pho‘o
Evangelist
Cassidy
Oklahoma
the First Baptist Church
North
Clifford B. James
Pastor Christian Chuch
Phans
ORCO
Stall
J. W. Brown’s
Rom Hope
Asbury Methodist Church
C. H. Rives
R. W. Allen’s
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