• Earl Gibson, a 22-year-old smelter worker, died early Thursday morning after being brought home in a dazed condition by an unknown man who quickly disappeared. Gibson had cashed his paycheck earlier in the day, but no money was found on him, raising suspicions that he may have been given poison or drugged liquor in a robbery attempt. Doctors performed an autopsy and sent the stomach contents to Oklahoma City for chemical analysis, leaving investigators uncertain whether foul play or tainted bootleg whiskey caused his death.

• The Henryetta Hens basketball team scored a decisive 51-18 victory over Wetumka on their home court. The game was marred by unruly fan behavior, with Henryetta players reporting that pins and tinfoil were shot at them from the stands using rubber bands. Despite the uncomfortable moments, the Hens brushed it off, noting that the win made the distractions easier to forgive.

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• Local Boy Scouts spent their Saturday volunteering to paint Henryetta’s fire hydrants red, white and blue in celebration of the nation’s bicentennial. The project added patriotic color throughout town and showcased the Scouts’ community spirit.

• The Henryetta Federal Credit Union marked its 20th annual shareholders meeting with a record turnout of more than 600 members and 200 guests. Reports highlighted major growth, including a new 3,600‑square‑foot office building, assets surpassing $3.3 million and expanded services such as safety deposit boxes and proposed share draft and retirement programs. Committee updates noted over 1,600 loans approved during the year, strong financial audits and 602 new members. Elections filled board and committee positions, and more than $600 in silver dollars and prizes were awarded during the event.

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