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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1939

Page

4

Roosevelt's peace bid and dictators' plans warned

The piece notes President Roosevelt proposes a ten year peace and a disarmament conference while Mussolini and Hitler reject the plan and seek more territories. It argues the U.S. can survive without European trade but warns war in Europe looms as armaments rise. It reflects on public sympathy for France and England but urges staying out of conflict unless necessary.

Roosevelt Mussolini Hitler Europe France England Germany Italy

Freedom of expression in war times and press control

The piece argues against a press controller in England and broader censorship during times of conflict. It warns that governmental overreach can threaten liberty and that wartime safety should not justify curtailing the public's right to speak, write, and read. It emphasizes protecting conscience and independent journalism.

England

Unlikely Innovators and a Community Experiment

The passage notes that inventors come from varied professions, not just specialists. It cites a printer, teacher, painter, and telegrapher behind major inventions, and claims a wealthy man and an aristocrat headed a new democratic government experiment, reflecting on the clash between expertise and popular will.

NYU College of Engineering Graduates: 80 Percent Employed

The NYU College of Engineering reports 167 of 211 graduates from last spring are employed within a year of graduation. The finding suggests improving opportunities for engineers and broader impact as employment rises, reflecting a positive trend after years of limited prospects.

College of Engineering New York University

Propaganda Tides Across Europe and the United States

The speaker warns of heavy propaganda in the United States over the coming years. Two main European schools of thought, possibly three, will flood the U.S. with Hem propaganda favorable to both sides. Some American officers may spread propaganda knowingly or unknowingly.

United States Europe

Government seeks to shield the gullible from stock losses

The piece questions government efforts to protect the uninformed from wasting money in stock markets. It doubts whether anyone can avoid losses as new schemes arise to take dollars from self proclaimed clever investors. It reflects on how perception shapes value and cites Shakespeare on thought making things good or bad.

Shakespeare

Paul Crosses Into Europe Lesson Emphasizes Pauls Mission

Sunday School article traces Paul's expansion from Asia to Europe, noting his vision led to the first Christian footholds in Macedonia and Greece. It highlights hardships in Philippi and Athens, the spread to Britain and Ireland, and the global reach of Christianity under modern missions, urging Christian unity with Judaism.

Paul Europe Paull Asia Macedonia Asia Minor Philippi Silas Immer Mars Hill Athens British Isles Ireland American Madras Christ Rome

President's peace plea praised by press, wary public

The Christian Science Monitor says the president's appeal to dictators for a ten year peace was popular among writers like Dorothy Thompson Walter Lippmann and Henry L Stimson, while the common man fears strong language could draw the nation into European wars. The publication deems the gesture a right direction though outcomes remain uncertain.

The Christian Science Monitor Dorothy Thompson Walter Lippmann Henry L. Stimson

Naming towns on highways to aid travelers in Oklahoma

The writer laments unnamed towns encountered on journeys and suggests every Oklahoma town place its name on all incoming highways so strangers can identify the location, which could lead to favorable mentions of local business and institutions.

Oklahoma

Legislature's stance against group government cited

Rhetorical editorial praising moves to end group rule and limit delegated legislative powers. The piece warns against granting groups special privileges and urges stronger adherence to democratic principles in law making. It emphasizes public interest over group ego and welcomes ongoing recognition of this principle.

Directions for wives and the value of diverse views

A columnist jokes about wife guidance and husbands, noting some not worth keeping. He muses on differences in opinions, dog lovers, and gentle humor about not criticising others harshly. The piece ends with a reflection that if all were alike, life would be dull.

Fine Hereford cattle in the county and borders

Local breeders Harper & Turner Ranch Houseshoe ranch CC Buxton W E Harvey W H Ebey Harmon Ebey and others showcase fine Hereford stock. They aim to raise beef cattle standards across the state, enabling farmers to buy higher grade stock and improve herd efficiency. The breeders are praised for serving the community with quality stock.

Murray Johnston Harper & Turner Houseshoe CC. Buxton W. E. Harvey W. H Harmon Ebey

Call to silence critics who oppose American government

The piece argues disturbed European and Asian South American regions will send political enemies to the United States. It claims freedom of expression should be limited to citizens and that noncitizens must leave or renounce their status. Only after naturalization may they critique U S governance.

Europe Asia South America America

Health improvements urged by Dr Haven Emerson speech

Dr Haven Emerson of Columbia University asserts society now enjoys better general health and longer life expectancy than any previous population. He notes reduced preventable diseases and stronger offspring, while stressing highway safety as ongoing progress. The Daily Oklahoma Fiftieth Anniversary edition is praised for comprehensive coverage of state history and industry.

Haven Emerson Columbia University Oklahoma

The Case Against Group Favoritism in Legislation

UD Russell argues state government suffers from group favored legislation and warns against such efforts. He cites tariff history and likens it to industrial protectionism, while a humorous note questions Loretta Young's supposed quote on beauty versus battleships and national safety.

UD. S. Russell Oklahoma

Ardmore Murder Linked to Illicit Romance Declares Tragic End

A Saturday Ardmore death ruled as murder and self harm stems from illicit romance between two middle aged parents. Both families bear stigma for years, as the piece laments broken codes and tragic outcomes.

Ardmore

Lake Murray Poised to Rise as Waters Reach Peak Fishing Draw

Lake Murray could become Oklahoma’s top fishing resort once rainfall and watershed inflows raise water levels. If engineers are right, the lake will fill after replenishment, attracting fishermen who already view the site as a regional mecca.

Lake Murray Oklahoma

Legislature Faces Slow Pace Amid Revenue Strains

The current legislature contends with a tough task as shrinking revenue and expanding public services strain state budgets. Officials warn against rushing, arguing careful deliberation is needed to avoid new difficulties.

Chile Eyes Barter as Trade Gap Grows

A historical note discusses Chile lacking gold and leaning to barter, suggesting the possibility of lending surplus gold to Chile in exchange for its goods. It nods to using Chilean products to balance trade and mentions a cautionary tale of a man fired for tips that led to employer scrutiny, noting that wealth gained through dishonest means does little good.

Chile

Twice as cold as zero equals negative zero

The idea of twice as cold as zero is not a standard temperature definition. In common usage zero degrees can imply the freezing point, so twice as cold would conceptually be negative zero or undefined. The question also contrasts with spring beauty of green grass and blooming trees, highlighting nature’s renewal.

Ain't Nobody Got Wild West Spirit in Oklahoma

Pi Lee Stroud, a 42 year old tavern keeper in Weatherford, rails against modern constables and vows to revive the old west spirit with a revolver and rifle on a western Oklahoma tour. He claims jails at Chickasha Arapaho and Lawton hinder his crusade and warns citizens will carry guns to oppose constables.

Weatherford Pi—Lee Stroud Oklahoma Chickasha Arapaho J Lawton

Poison Ring Details Highlight Wives as Primary Victims

The document outlines a murder scheme where the wife receives a share from the first $1,000 and 19 percent of remaining funds, with the husband arranging meetings to dine and poison food. It notes few cases of husbands poisoning wives, and that most victims died of pneumonia, attributed to a circulating poison causing similar symptoms.

Ring

Trees Planted As His Life's Hobby

Athens man Harold Happy Howell has planted about 42 000 trees over 18 years as a hobby. He starts at 2 or 3 am with seedlings and tends trees along roads on 12 acres, banking on long term gains in fence posts and timber.

Athens Johnny Appleseed Harold “Happy Howell Johnny Middle West Happy

Not at war now but peace at risk in urgent crisis

The prime minister stated that seven numbers must not be introduced during peacetime. He argued that while not at war, peace is being undermined and if war came it could occur within hours, making pretend assurances unacceptable.

Insincere Hull Remarks Draw Fire in Washington

Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung censures Secretary Hull after his Red Cross banquet speech in Washington. The paper notes his statements prove insincerity while quoting Hull on global material wealth and the belief that no political organization should enslave or dominate others, stressing opposition to universal domination.

Foreign Ministry Red Cross Washington Hull Deutsche Allegmeine Zeitung

Doctor reports Nazi attack in Vienna cafe

Dr Oscar Lavine of Mount Rainier Maryland says brown uniform S A Nazi guards attacked Jewish guests at the Stadt Theater cafe during blackout drills. He sustained light injuries and escaped. He has appealed a December fine and sentence for German currency violations and may leave Vienna while at liberty.

Vienna Oscar Lavine Mount Rainier United States S.A Lavine Stadt Theater Washington

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