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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1970
Page
4
A farming reader column discusses wildlife in rural America, praising farmers who preserve habitat such as standing trees along streams and marginal pasture strips. It notes habitat loss from logging and land clearing, the dangers of pesticides, and the joy of observing deer, turkeys, quail, and songbirds while urging conservation actions.
A reflective piece discusses coffee breaks in American life and the habits of Dr. Samuel Johnson. It contrasts efficiency theories with moments of leisure, noting coffee’s mixed effects on focus and productivity, and questions whether such breaks truly advance or waste time.
The passage argues that U S federalism allows states to experiment with social and economic policies like cooling-off periods for door to door sales and compensation for crime victims. It cites Brandeis on laboratories of democracy and notes states weigh real conditions and learn from neighbors while considering moral, economic, and practical impacts.
Garvin Chandler of Wynnewood wed Mildred Kelley of Wynnewood in a small ceremony. The couple announced the marriage locally, noting a quiet event attended by relatives and close friends.
The text examines Jacob's family dynamics, noting his four wives and twelve children, Joseph's favored status, and the brothers' jealousy. It traces the brothers' betrayal, Joseph's rise to power in Egypt, and the eventual reconciliation emphasizing changing hearts and Judah's restored love for their father.
Two events mark Beethoven 200th birth anniversary at East Central State College. A 10:00 am piano string quartet clinic in Horace Mann Auditorium precedes an 8:00 pm recital featuring Tosca Kramer violin Frederick Warner cello and Caroll Thompson piano. All are seasoned Oklahoma City Symphony Orchestra members.
A long list of daily informals notes recent visitors and gatherings in Ada and nearby areas. Names appear with cities such as Riverside California Dallas Texas Abilene Oklahoma City Latta and Stroud plus local families visiting relatives and attending events and birthdays.
Mr and Mrs Phil Rhynes and Mr and Mrs James Rhynes Jr with family and Mr and Mrs Don Alsop Ade visited Mrs and Mrs James Rhynes Sr and family recently.
Pfc Roger Massey and wife visited his grandparents in Tupelo before heading to Camp Pendleton California where he is stationed in the Marines. The note lists numerous relatives visiting and meals across Ada, Pauls Valley, Stratford, and nearby towns as families share news of travels, birthdays, and visits.
H B and Gayle Canida of Riverside California visited two weeks with his parents Mr and Mrs Buri Canida and left for home Monday. Other weekend visitors included Don Sweat Hugh Don Anita Kay Kula Benny Roan Jimmy Latta Mickey Cooper James Alan and Merk Lawton J B Anderson Rebecca Karen Gerald and Mrs. Don Sweat. Tupelo High reports 370 in school this year with 141 in high school. Burl Canada hired to drive the school bus. Mrs Robert Brashears patient at Valley View Hospital.
Stonewall women’s softball team defeated Stonewall Junior High last week 14 to. The high school squad played Tuesday and tied 86. Keet Mathis hit a home run. The team heads into the softball tournament this weekend. Robbie Hill broke his arm while breaking a horse. Eastern Star Chapter 455 met Monday night for its first meeting. Ruth Chaddick was honored for 49 years as secretary. Refreshments were served for a few members. Mr and Mrs Johnny Ross spent a week in Texas and in Wilburton visiting relatives. My thanks to Annie Williamson for renewal for the WEEKLY. Steve McNeil is a patient at Valley View Hospital.
The Alen Extension homemakers club met Sept. 15 in the home of Mrs. Jim Mulins with Mrs. Ola Chadd presiding. Mrs. O. H. Fanning gave a program on the Oklahoma Drivers Manual and a hair exhibits report by Mrs. Horace Hamilton followed the business session. Refreshments were served to several members and guests. The next meeting is set for Oct. 15 at Mrs. Etta Mead's home.
A method of peeling tomatoes involves impaling the tomato on a fork and dipping it into boiling water for about a minute to loosen the skin. A small paring knife then removes the skin and stem end.
An Ada girl escaped harm after being struck by a car on Collins Blvd at 10 58 pm. Anita Frances Phillips was left by James Kenneth Turner Tl 868 E 17th and ran in front of the vehicle. She was treated at Valley View Hospital and released.
East Central campus forms the Cam pus Veterans League to aid veterans with course applications loans and grants and to inform them of benefits. Interim officer Berry Grebaugh leads sponsors Dr. Ray Stout and Joe Parsons. About 400 students and 75 faculty eligible. A noon meeting in the Oklahoma Room will present the constitution and elect officers.
To prepare a fresh pineapple start by removing the plume and cutting the fruit into rounds. Trim away the rind and then use the tip of a small sharp paring knife to cut out the eyes from each round.
Oklahoma Elks Association provides a mobile testing van to screen 250 to 275 students daily for vision and hearing in county schools. Equipment is loaned by the lodge and operated by a parent or school staffer. tests take about two minutes each and any issues lead to referrals. The van runs until October 1, with two units in operation statewide and 37,000 children tested last year.
South Vietnamese Vice President Nguyen Cao Ky landed in Paris to join the peace negotiations and later travel to Washington for a "March for Victory" rally on October 3. He and his wife Mal did not specify his role in the talks.
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