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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1955
Page
2
A veteran observer notes football captures autumn’s appeal for both urban and rural Americans. He cites underdog resilience through hustle and grit and recalls a Philadelphia native linking the sport to accessible excitement and outdoor gatherings as fans await the first game.
The new concrete parking area totaling about 20 000 square feet at Frank Dicus's facility reflects his neat approach and fits his method of operation at the 12 and Stockton location.
Coffee price trends show a decline restoring the nickel cup at many counters while the dime cup remains in use at some spots. The piece observes that men tend to follow their own choice and women their own, without asserting a firm conclusion.
The piece argues that salesmen and business people alike waste each other’s time yet both provide valuable information. It notes farmers and extension agents also sell farming know how. It ends with a moral urging loyalty to one’s institution and fair treatment of colleagues.
A home demonstration stresses keeping an all purpose mix to speed meal prep. The recipe from Farm Home Conference at Stillwater uses eight cups flour one cup non fat dry milk solids baking powder salt cream of tartar and fat. With fat the mix stays meal like and hot bread or desserts are quick. biscuits need one fourth cup water per cup of mix yielding six two inch biscuits.
Warren notes that overcrowding in layer houses reduces production and harms the entire flock. He cites lack of feeders water fountains nests and roosts as common issues and urges proper floor space. The county agent offers housing plans for new buildings or remodeling guidance.
The report shows 126 dairy farms across both years with whole milk production up from 8 196 421 to 11 585 082 pounds. Wild hay fell by over 2 000 tons while alfalfa lespedera and oats rye hay rose. Alfalfa seed jumped from 480 to 11 280 pounds as pecan harvest and farm counts declined.
A fragment notes a truck blown away in a blizzard and hints at a missing explanation behind the event, leaving readers with a mystery of how the vehicle vanished and why.
The county fair and Southeast Oklahoma Exposition will run this year with strong farm show entries. Officials say it’s a better year for farmers and they expect lively exhibits and competitions across livestock produce and crafts.
Agricultural researchers report that fertilized plots yielded about 40 percent more hay than controls, with 100 pounds of ammonium nitrate per acre every other year giving the best carry over. They caution that conclusions are premature after only two years and more testing is needed before advising farmers.
Oklahoma City hosts the fifth annual band day and baton twirler contest at the State Fair on September 24. More than 50 high school bands compete across seven divisions with teams from Elk City Dell City Ada Midwest City Wynnewood Balko Deer Creek Waurika Minko Weatherford. The event features a second annual twirler contest and crowns for top girl twirlers Joy Estes and Mary Ann Miller. Central High School and Elk City clash in the marching competition as the parade starts at 10 a.m. with free admission for uniformed bands and twirlers.
Pontotoc County Assessor Charles Rushing was among 157 attendees at the 11th annual school for Oklahoma assessing officers held August 21 to 26 at Oklahoma A&M College Stillwater. The program is run by A&M with the Oklahoma Tax Commission and Oklahoma Assessors Association, led this year by Director Joe M. Whitaker of Eufaula.
Mrs Nettie Summers of Roff is visiting her son Evert Summers and family. Mr and Mrs Earl Stewart of Fitzhugh visited Friday evening with Mrs Stewart's mother, Mrs Alma Dunn.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Johnson and their son Jimmy of Long Beach California visit Mrs. Grace Johnson and May along with other relatives and friends Roy is Grace's son and May is his sister
Lightning Ridge hosted the Johnson reunion with about 75 people gathering on the last Sunday in August. Attendees from Hart included Mrs. Johnson May and Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Crawford and their son Charles.
Second Lt. Tom Griffith expects to be home this Saturday and will transfer to another air base after his leave.
Mrs. Neville Pennington and Mr. Pennington along with Mrs. Inez Pennington shopped in Ada Monday. Ada visitors Mrs. Lou Richardson Mrs. Delmar Conert and Debby called on Mrs. Alma Maddox Thursday.
Mr and Mrs Bob Biffle of Galveston Texas and Mrs Bill Carson of Lindsay visited Mr and Mrs Dale Melton and Cheryl and Claude Horsley Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Percy Richardson of Ada visited the J. C. Maddox home on Sunday, sharing a casual visit and greeting the household.
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Farris and family of Stratford Texas visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Nat Farris and have returned to their home.
Mr and Mrs Austell Horton of Oklahoma City and Mr and Mrs Homer Strickland of Stratford visited Mr and Mrs Tom Burch Saturday and Sunday.
Alma Maddox spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. J E Maddox, sharing visiting time and conversation in a family gathering setting.
Troy Miller asked for Alva Pennington Saturday afternoon in a brief, direct note noting a scheduled or requested meeting or contact.
Mr and Mrs Newt Jervis and daughter Hiawatha of Stratford visited in the D N Pennington home Thursday night.
Mr and Mrs Wayne Schoon makers of Sentinel Oklahoma have been visiting Mr and Mrs Nat Farris.
Mrs. L. J. McDonald found her cattle guard pried loose and dragged north of the drive after returning from a two day Sherman visit with her son Jay and husband. Tom Crow of Stonewall notified the county sheriff's office. Deputy Lewis Kroth and Jack Ellis assisted in the investigation with aid from Stonewall and Ada officers. Several strong clues were found as investigators from Stonewall and Ada pursue the case.
The recent storm blew down the porch on the O. E. Humphers property. Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Freeman have occupied the Humphers house while they lived in Lindsay and Shawnee. Mrs. Humphers and children moved to Stonewall into a Freemans owned home.
Walter Broughton of Ardmore brother of the late J R Broughton died of a heart attack late Monday at his home. Last rites were held Wednesday with interment in Ardmore. He was 71. Survived by his wife and four grown children. Nieces include Mrs Van Harlin Mrs Chester Nix and Mrs Vivian Jackson of Jesse, with Mrs Edgar Harlin as a great niece.
Dr Raford May serviced the cemetery mower last week and restored it to good working order. Rodney Harlin used it on Saturday to trim new growth after recent rains. Arvell Phillips and Chester Nix installed posts for a new fence. Mrs Ches ter Nix thanked the John Jollys of California for a 15 contribution to the upkeep fund, listing Stonewall Oxla Route 1 as the secretary treasurer's address.
Mr and Mrs Tom Nothaf of Fitzhugh found a guest list when they returned from farm work last Thursday Mrs Nothafs sister and her husband Mr and Mrs Lincoln Jarnigan of Lawton were there Also M Sgt J T Harris now based in Portland Ore and instructor in the air school is in Wichita Falls for ten days schooling His wife and son visit relatives in Chickasha A Harris reunion is planned next Sunday with Mr and Mrs Nothaf attending They also traveled to Alex for business last Wednesday
Mr and Mrs Coleman Pennington Nelda Sue Roy and Patrice McCurley from Ada visited his parents Mr and Mrs Alva Pennington Sunday night in a family gathering reflecting local community ties.
Morning church school and evening Bible study at Pleasant Hill Methodist Church drew good crowds, reflecting strong community participation.
Mr Dale Melton his wife and Cheryl appeared in Oklahoma City for an event or visit. The brief mentions their names and location but gives no further facts or outcomes.
Mr and Mrs D N Pennington and Harrell Gene were dinner guests of Mr and Mrs W A Pennington Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Trube Posey of Bakersfield California visit Mr and Mrs Marvin McCurdy but are recalled home due to the serious illness of Mrs Betty Ingram mother of Mrs McCurdy and Mrs Posey.
Mrs Anne Hamblin contacted Mrs Elma Law on Tuesday in a social visit, with no other details provided about purpose or outcome.
Jesse school opened for enrollment on Monday with Cole Underhill and Mrs L J McDonald as teachers. Six pupils enrolled in Mr Underhills room and ten in Mrs McDonalds. More are expected to enroll soon.
Rev Grady Cawthorn and Rev Harris of Oklahoma City visit the Rhynes ranch to lure bass with flies and plugs. Both hold Baptist charges in the city.
Mr and Mrs McCowan of Shawnee visited Mr and Mrs Alva Pennington Friday, sharing a social afternoon and catching up with neighbors.
Mrs. Anne Hamblin drove to Oklahoma City on Saturday with her daughter Mrs. Charlie Lankow and family to the bus station for the return to Cardiff California. The Lankows have spent the past month visiting here.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Zumbro of Ada visited Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Muncy on Sunday afternoon.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jones and Terry from Oklahoma City spent the weekend in town with friends and relatives, enjoying time with local family and acquaintances.
Miss Violet Nelson engaged in business activities in Ada on Wednesday amid routine transactions and local commerce.
Mr and Mrs Charlie Nelson and Violet visited Mrs J D Brice and her son at Byng on Sunday.
Miss Violet Nelson entertained friends and neighbors Tuesday night with a showing of photographs from her recent tour of Japan.
Mrs Minda Phillips suffered muscular cramping that left her unable to open her fingers. She recovered quickly and performed her usual chores this week.
Mr. Anderson and his son Jerry returned home last Friday after two weeks in Albuquerque to assess the water drilling situation. They report constant rain and flash floods and decide there is no place like home. Anderson is now drilling at Buddy Harrhary’s 14 miles south of Coalgate, while Jerry left Monday to roughneck for Bob Pickens at Healdton.
Mr and Mrs James Lackey and their Tioga North Dakota daughter have hosted many guests at Mrs Lackeys parents home the Ryans for the last two weeks Mrs Lackeys sister Mrs Charles Robertson and Mr Robertson with children from Purcell visited on Thursday and Friday The Lackeys plan to return home next Thursday Mrs Ryan is nursing a severe ivy poisoning and remains under care
Mr and Mrs Ray Miller hosted a family gathering Sunday evening for her parents Mr and Mrs Raford May Mrs Lucrecia Cowan and daughter Marlena of Stonewall and Mr and Mrs Lee Miller and their sons during a supper visit.
After church, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Gregory of Latta and their children hosted a dinner with Mear Gregory and children of Ada and Harvey Bullard and children of Tupelo. In the evening the Gregorys served ice cream and cake to guests from Ada Fort Worth and Byng, and Bun Dusenberry joined the Fort Worth visitors on departure.
Mary Beth Rhynes celebrated her birthday with family guests including her grandparents Irl Rhynes and Carl Braun family, and cousins Susan Christy Charlie Nancy Will Rhynes Ronnie. Mrs. Rhynes served cake and two gallons of ice cream for a joyful gathering.
Mr and Mrs L C Pharr of Lindsay visited their son Roy Lee Pharr and family over the weekend, sharing time with relatives and family at home.
Mr and Mrs George Barrett spent Friday and Saturday in Pontotoc with Mr and Mrs Sam Duty.
Mr and Mrs William McLish and their three daughters from Eunice New Mexico spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Bill Whittington. The children attending school will limit future visits to relatives at home during the school year.
Mr and Mrs J L McLain entertained his brother Ben Mc Lain, Mrs Mc Lain, and daughter Dee from Tecumseh last Sunday.
Mr and Mrs S K Buckmaster and their Fitzhugh children spent Sunday as guests of Mr and Mrs Chester Nix, sharing a family afternoon.
Miss Mable Nix of Dallas, formerly of Jesse, is visiting her mother Mrs. N C Nix in Ada.
Mrs J R Broughton spent Friday and Saturday in Ardmore visiting her father George Vandiver.
Mr and Mrs J T Allen locked their store and drove to Kamay Texas to visit their daughter Mrs William Thompson and their grandchildren on a long Sunday visit.
Mrs A M Pharr and Mrs L J McDonald with son Jay traveled to Atoka to visit Mrs Pharr's parents Mr and Mrs J A Chapman, spending Monday and Tuesday last week with them.
Mr and Mrs Irl Rhynes spent Sunday in Ada with his aunt Mrs Jim Rhynes and son Dennis.
Mr and Mrs Troy Sherrell spend time with Ed Sherrell confined in Ada Convalescent Hospital after a horse dragged him eight months ago at Valley View Hospital. Doctors give no hope of recovery and he has been unconscious throughout, with condition now worse.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Robertson plan a September 17 trip for Jesse, while settling in Abilene Texas. Mrs. Robertson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Sherrell.
Wayne Truitt, now a high school junior, chooses a car over a pickup and will drive a 1950 Plymouth, leaving behind the family yellow pickup.
Robert Pickens departed last Thursday for Healdton where he is employed by a drilling contractor. His wife and son will remain in Jesse for the time being.
Workers have begun applying aluminum finish to the Roosevelt Bridge at Lake Texoma. Yellow under-coating shows, signs warn “Men at work. No fishing” though little fishing activity exists, with a few crappie and channel cat noted nearby.
Locals at bait shops near the lake say fishing will be poor until water cools. Water sits at 79 degrees while experts say ideal fishing occurs around 59 to 61 degrees. Report notes tentative strikes are few and far between.
L O Hoskins delivered a load of melons on Tuesday and has kept the neighborhood supplied from east of Tupelo for weeks. He said this was his last load for the season.
Mrs Alma Epply of Zanesville Ohio called home last week to see if Jesse was on the map. She is the mother of four and daughter of Mr and Mrs H A Anderson. The family plans to visit next spring, a long wait for her mother.
The region enjoyed two recent rain events with no damage reported. Nearly two inches fell last Monday and an additional inch and a quarter Monday night boosting grass growth and promising another excellent alfalfa cutting.
Mr and Mrs George Deathridge hosted Sunday dinner with sister and brother in law Rev Grover Keeling and wife and their Ada granddaughter.
Mrs Rae Garrett called on George Hansard Sr on Friday night. Hansard’s wife had traveled to Oklahoma City to visit her sister and shop.
Sondra Garrett has been ill since Friday and was diagnosed with tonsillitis after a Saturday doctor visit. She is much better now.
Center School reopened Monday August 29 with the same teachers as last year. Dee Burdine returns as principal and Mrs Emma Austell serves as primary.
Mr and Mrs Fred Henson visited Mr and Mrs George Deathridge Sunday morning in a friendly social call.
N C Garrett visited his nephew and family Mr and Mrs Pug Garrett and Sondra Saturday evening with Mrs Pug Garretts father Hansel Burk of Oil Center and Arthur Jones present.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Little spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Henson. Mr. Little cut some feed for Mr Henson and the women visited.
Mr. and Mrs. Oren Gray hosted a reunion with their daughters and families. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Arlis Martin and two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Laurance Lane of Oklahoma City, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Cole and son of Connerville, a son and family, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gray and two sons of Oil Center, and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Henson.
Mr and Mrs Bullock of Pickett community visited Mrs Rae Garrett Sunday afternoon and remained until evening church services.
Mrs Clevery Wood and her children visited Mr and Mrs George Han sard Sr Saturday evening, enjoying a friendly social gathering in their home.
Mr and Mrs J B Stalling and children Larry Carla and baby visited her parents Mr and Mrs Estes of Wewoka on Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Mirage McDonald and daughter Sharon visited Sharon’s parents Mr and Mrs Noah Anglin of Wetumka last weekend.
Pyte Morris came home this week after a lengthy period away working. He reconnects with family and friends as routines resume and daily life returns to normal.
The revival ended Saturday night at Center Baptist Mission led by an evangelist who serves as pastor of Union Valley Church. The event featured a sermon series and congregation gathering across services.
Mr and Mrs Hansel Burk of Oil Center visited Sunday with their daughter and family Mr and Mrs Pug Garrett and Sondra. Mrs Rae Garrett attended as a dinner guest.
Mrs Alpha McDonald remains confined to bed with illness or limited mobility, family noting slow recovery. No further medical details provided.
An Ada newspaper ad notes higher value for money in vested want ads with better reach and pricing. It urges readers to place ads to maximize exposure and return on investment.
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