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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1944
Page
8
Messages from officials and soldiers stress clear political positions and unity as the nation faces global conflict. Quotes from a Polish exile liaison, Naval chief Machinist, and Gov Bricker foreground accountability, defense strategy, and the burden of war on everyday life.
Oklahoma City April 12. Governor Kerr granted parole to three county men. Leroy Davis of Pontotoc serving five years for larceny of automobile, Jack Lebo of Carter serving 20 years for first degree rape, and Robert Perry of Kay serving 40 years for first degree rape.
April 12. Two senate Republicans have broken ranks to oppose the gag rule on debate. They say the closure should be used only for more important issues and fear it could aid a southern Democratic filibuster against anti poll tax legislation.
Waterbury readers were asked if an invasion would be an eastern war or eastern standard time. In Albany Albert Fox, Steuben county farmer, was named New York's champion trapper with over $100 weekly earnings, trapping 75 foxes and other fur animals across the season. In Waynesboro a rush ends abruptly.
Dried pea supply boosts grocers but triggers police concerns as residents report pea shooter activity in the streets. Officers warn against weaponized vegetables while shoppers enjoy stocked shelves and growing urban legends.
In Pasadena California a juvenile named Irving Porky Wade aged sixteen fled after a call to officers. Six radio patrol cars and several motorcycle officers cornered him as he delivered eggs. Wade protested his nickname and explained the initials P W on his jacket led to mistaken prisoner of war status.
Saul Kleinfeld sent his wife and two children to New Jersey, sold home and most belongings, and prepared for the April 11 induction. At the center he was told to forget the order as he is over 26. his plea to be drafted failed, and he sought a hotel room instead.
Washington reports the death of Pfc Elijah L Earhart US Marine in action. He is the son of Mrs Etta Earhart of Tishomingo. The Ada News note appears in the same edition featuring wants ads.
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