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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1948
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR from a historical page shows defendants including Paul of Wilton and Bra Benyon. The text references a count and plea in a legal action with unclear full context. Further readable details are limited.
The document presents a decayed court notice in which Paul Wilson and Laisise Witla sue multiple defendants in Ponts, Oklahoma, with a hearing set for the February date and a judgment to be entered in favor of the plaintiffs. The text lists numerous defendants and assorted heirs, executors, and administrators and requests a decree regarding ownership and interests in property in Port Ote Court, Oklahoma.
A court petition in Durant Oklahoma outlines an estate matter for Bentotga Cuslly and properties inAber, with heirs and interested parties summoned. Officials set a September hearing, service requirements, and publication orders. The second item notes electric meters in U.S. homes and industries measure under 218 million kilowatt hours annually.
The District Court of Pontotoc County Oklahoma hosts multiple civil actions by plaintiffs L. Griffin Trustee for Norris Hall Ada Norris Beery and others against various executors trustees and heirs including C Griffeth and James Walter Skeen. The cases seek to quiet title and adjudicate ownership of described real estate in Pontotoc County including multiple quarter sections and adjacent tracts while noting purchase contracts and outstanding rights. Defendants are to answer by October 8 with judgments sought in favor of plaintiffs and others against all named and unnamed defendants and their heirs.
Bruton 69-year-old Indianola farmer was cleared of first degree manslaughter charges in the death of his son-in-law Vernon P. Crantit after a lack of evidence. Justice Fred Kinmonth dismissed the case following a September 23 preliminary hearing. Bruton testified the shooting was accidental during a family argument at Great Salt Lake, Utah.
In the County Court of Pontotoc County Oklahoma the guardian of Terry Hines, a minor, will offer for sale at public auction. The lease covers all of the minor’s mineral interest in the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 30, township 5 north range west, with a cash bonus and Royalty terms. The sale is set for September 1858 at 11:60 a.m. Objections or bids are to follow court orders. the lease runs five years and continues while gas or oil is produced.
Public notice from Pontotoc County Oklahoma informing defendants Leslie Maxex and Joseph Geandel and others that they are sued by AL Sanders Ida J Sanders and others. The petition seeks quiet title and removal of adverse claims to real estate in Allen, Giela and Calico towns and lots in Block 3. Respond by a specified date or judgment by default will be entered. The document lists attorneys and the district court details.
Public notice published in Oklahoma details unknown officers and assignors involved with Oklahoma entities. Plaintiffs J A Bavis and V J Hechilion allege C J Cooper and Ruth Cooper hold titles or interests in Lot 1% in Block 3 in the town of Stutewall, Push County, Oklahoma, seeking legal action.
Public bid notice from Ada Oklahoma inviting contractors to submit proposals for paving and street upgrades on specific thoroughfares. Includes bonds, sureties, bid forms, deposit, and plan access through City Clerk office with consulting engineer details and open inspection. Contains legal notices regarding court proceedings and estate matters.
Notice of hearing on final account and petition for distribution and discharge for Sarah B. Manrou, administrator of Monroe estate. Hearing set Friday October 3 at Ada County Courthouse. All heirs to appear and show cause why accounts should not be settled and estate discharged.
The notice, filed October 9 in Pontotec County district court Oklahoma, requests authority for Jack Spaulding to conduct business and manage real estate sales and related acts, with Jack Spaulding represented by Fred Andrews and agent Amiller. The applicant seeks consent to transact personal property and execute deeds and related acts. The caption includes Starr of One, Oklahoma and references guardianship for a minor.
Ada city ad for street improvements outlines bids for Townsend Avenue and Ninth to Thirteenth Streets. Court notice from County Court of Pontotoc County lists heirs and claims on deceased Frannie Joved and others, with adjudication proceedings affecting property rights and land parcels.
The City of Ada Oklahoma announces a public bid for street improvement work. Proposals open after September and bidders must furnish bids with security and comply with engineering and contractual requirements.
Notice is given for a hearing on September 7, 1898, in Pmatotse County Oklahoma, regarding the petition by Miplesy Wheeler for approval of an oil and gas lease on North Fall of the Northeast Quarter and Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter in Section 16, Township 28 North Range 5 East, containing 160 acres more or less. The lease terms include a $5.00 service fee and the court will determine the best bid in an open court, with the bidder required to pay court costs. The hearing is at the County Court in the City of Ade, Oklahoma.
Creditors of R. Seceaseri must present claims with vouchers to the Wesrene Clas Office at 78 West 1k St, Aga, OR within four months of the notice date or be forever barred. Signed by the administrator and attorney for administration.
Public bid notice for paving along Stockton Avenue Belmont Avenue and surrounding streets in Ada Oklahoma. Purpose to open bids after required posting, with bond and maintenance guarantees, plan sets available, and bid conditions including experience and finances. Sherman Durrett, longtime company operator, dies at home after a heart attack.
East Hil ex tery in Roff to be cleaned starting 8 am with removal of house rags and debris so the grounds can be mowed. funds donated by former Raft residents around Lone Beach support mowing grid and improvements. 76 attendees at a Long Beach gathering by former Raff residents funded the effort. volunteers urged to join the work.
In a speech, Marshall urges that relations among states be based on mutual conscience and respect. He promises the United States will do all in its power to reach peaceful settlements in political controversies contributing to tension and uncertainty. He cautions that international organizations cannot replace national effort and personal initiative, stressing maximum mutual help among neighbors and a role for regional reconstruction.
Fragmented text discusses potential strains between the United States and Australia amid wartime tensions. It mentions allies, naval actions, blockades, and strategic considerations, with references to Western powers and the broader war effort. The jumble includes garbled phrases about cooperation, risk, and political maneuvering affecting Allied unity.
Louisiana lawmakers summoned for a special session to vote on Truman’s presidential ballot status. Governor Earl K Long convened the body to consider a statewide ballot item amid party discord and national party guidance on electors.
Amid a December report the military plans to boost strength to 47 9 1 0 0 within a year. The army expects a mix of draftees and volunteers, with preinduction physicals beginning for registrants deemed acceptable after preliminary screening to reduce delays.
An uneven fragment details a Fort Sam Houston based disciplinary or recruitment note. It mentions Calvin Ellis Gol Seadal and a group connected to Kenawa with military assignment or service status. The report references Mal Gen and the East Central division, noting an illness or service condition affecting a family, with O Bumpus as a local city correspondent.
A distorted fragment suggests a card room event where men faced questioning and calls to quarters. The text is garbled but hints at players involved, a night gathering, and telephoned connections. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving a vague, local-sounding incident.
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