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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1949
Page
6
A frayed OCR fragment describes a comical trick picture with an oversized hopper and a caption noting a southward movement in 200 troops. The Star newspaper’s offices rushed to publish updates after the image went viral amid reader questions and demand for details.
Washington August 9 The Senate advanced a multi billion dollar aid package amid stormy debate and swift action by committees as the House prepared to act. Supporters praised the plan as vital to recovery while opponents warned of government overreach and economic disruption.
Ada Legion Post No 1 members returned from the Tulsa state convention with Jule Blevins elected sergeant at arms for the department. A heated race for national level posts saw Rivers Tulsa Hoshall and Arnold of the Fourth district prominent, with ballots showing shifting support as Ads swayed from Fonawa to Jake. The outcome reflected strong Oklahoma support and vigorous campaigning across districts.
A&M opens funding for medical and allied projects including deafness and speech studies, and endocrine glands research. Grants totaling 32,200 dollars were awarded, shared with institutions and researchers such as Raneas University of Kansas and Cora Mu Downs among others.
Witnesses describe Maj Gen Harry Vaughn involving in California race track construction efforts after World War II. Tighe Woods testified Vaughan discussed private interests seeking government contracts through housing expediter offices, with officials and intermediaries cited in a memo. The probe examined alleged influence seeking for materials and permits at the Tantovan track near San Francisco amid material shortages.
Amid preparations and carnival bustle the 1949 Ads Rodeo begins in Ada with tie hawkers, sweet treats, and children wearing festive outfits. Officials note a western heritage mood while veterans and local groups participate in related events and parades, celebrating a long tradition of rodeo culture.
Knowland urged MacArthur to confront reality and warned that a Senate foreign policy shift could force the issue. Author and Vice Admiral Oscar C. Badger, commander of naval forces in the far east, pressed for a clear path to stabilizing U.S. strategy amid growing tensions.
Eggs that are dirty and require cleaning deteriorate faster than clean, high quality eggs. The passage contrasts cleaning intensity with preservation of product quality and suggests stricter handling yields better outcomes.
Law officers checked Monday on the Ideal Cement company administration offices after a burglary. A thief gained entry by cutting a door panel and reaching through to unlatch the night lock. Only $15 in postage stamps and a cigarette lighter were missing. Two other suspects faced charges for petty larceny and forged checks. A preliminary trial date was set for August 15.
Seven polio patients from five communities are in Valley View hospital’s polio ward. Among them are Dewey Cantrell, 26, and Daniel Walker, 22, from Stratford Route 1, Mizelle Woods, 25, wife of Walter Woods, and Alien Woods, 14, son of Jess Woods. Foylig Erebhs, 18 months, from Wapamucka, Sv at Proctor, 56, from Wetemka and Marcy Den Brown, 12, from Finley. Joga was brought from Fillcrest to be nearer her parents.
Oklahoma City reports sales tax receipts dip with May down 7 percent, June 2 percent, and July around 3 percent while welfare funds show a reserve of nearly 5 million to cushion any shortfall. Public welfare director Virgil Stokes says no immediate pension cuts anticipated though ongoing receipts will be watched closely.
Washington reports the House Ways and Means Committee voted to raise the social security payroll tax, expanding coverage to about 23.9 million workers and boosting taxes to fund a broader program. The plan would lift the tax rate and benefits, aiming to cover roughly 46 million workers, though Senate action remained uncertain.
In a Aug report Presidential Assistant John Be Steedman notes unemployment of 22 percent or more in certain cities. Aid will target areas including New Bedford Massachusetts Worcester Massachusetts Lawrence Massachusetts Cumberland area where joblessness exceeds typical levels.
A rare fatal accident occurred when a line drive struck first baseman Karol Sen gen of Urban Gps the Miami Valley league. Witnesses said the ball bounced from center field and struck the player as he stood about 13 feet from the base. Three other players and an estimated 400 spectators were injured. Manager Otto ree psala and others described the shock as the ball clipped the field and caused fatal injuries.
Mrs Vida Doolittle joins McLish School as new faculty replacing Mrs Ha Clark who moves to Elmore City. The district becomes independent with five board members C W Watkins president HB Tuer vice president and Clyre Hoggood clerk. New grant recipients Ed Bisnkenspst and S L Fenix noted along with current faculty Im McKeel Ancel Salts Mitten Acnold Chressie Shipman Dorothy Jamnar Salen Kermit Commonsendt Holmes Bernice Stewart and Louise Moelanginlin.
Blackwell Oklahoma August. The Arcercicen Metal cam net has announced plate for 3,000,000 modernization React for its subsidiary Rete the Black well Ping Co. The project is contingent on the jetty's ability to supply the necessary electric power. The chamber of commerce is considering bond issue to expand the plant. It owns pointed out the bends coal be petved in 13 years by added income free the smelter.
The week ended August 6 saw U S crude oil production climb, with a daily increase of 5 420 barrels in total, led by Texas and Oklahoma gains. Kentucky and Kansas show mixed shifts while overall state totals reach 1 538 200 barrels daily. reductions occur in other areas. A separate note mentions a retail credit bureau established by Phommas in its trade territory.
Fragmentary text appears to reference a library event or notice. The readable items mention East Cesta and a date-like string, with scattered names and prices, but the overall content is unclear and not a coherent event. Further context is needed to identify individuals, organizations, or the exact notice.
Large Ada rodeo show to feature top performers from over two dozen acts. Fred Alvord, secretary of the jada snow, arrived from Great Falls to supervise. Officials predict the parade will be the largest in the show’s history with about 30 seats reserved for riders and thousands expected to attend. Tickets available at Aldridge Hotel office and Tuesday afternoon at gates.
A Muldrow girl has died of polio, with funds from the association aiding polio restoration efforts. The report notes Bartlesville as part of the year’s related events and mentions plans to use the money for treatment and recovery support.
Secretary of State Dean Acheson urged Congress to deny a stopgap aid package and press ahead with robust Western defense under the North Atlantic Treaty. He warned delay risks exposing Europe to Soviet aggression and urged continued U.S. military support to deter totalitarian powers. Acheson emphasized united Allied action and the need for decisive foreign aid to sustain global peace.
London authorities confirmed John George Haigh known as the vampire killer will be hanged on Wednesday as ordered after a mental illness panel reviewed his case. Haigh was convicted of murdering multiple victims in London in the 1940s and dissolving bodies in acid.
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