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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1950
Page
3
New York reports a fashion spotlight on slim sheath dresses for day and evening. Designers like Greta Plattry create budget friendly variations with adjustable features, using materials such as charcoal gray flannel and silk like accents.
Berlin residents saw a Western victory as the Marshall Plan-backed power plant modernization finally delivered reliable electricity after two years of Soviet cuts. About 2000 German engineers and workers, aided by 1500 tons of heavy gear, rebuilt the station with $16.5 million from the Economic Cooperation Administration. The plant now supplies 160,000 kilowatts, easing cooking and heating needs and signaling Western resolve in the postwar power struggle.
Washington dispatch notes that American Negro troops fighting under the UN flag in Korea aid the anti communist effort beyond battlefield gains. Psychological warfare officials say their presence counters claims of white imperialism and helps unite non communist Asia with Western powers. The piece discusses propaganda aims, the role of Voice of America, and dynamic shifts in race and international policy amid Korean crisis. Oklahoma City adds three new rangers to the state game and fish department roster.
A major fire east of San Diego threatened outbreaks on three fronts as firefighters fought to contain a large blaze. An 8000 acre blaze in Modoc county near the Oregon border was under control, while crews worked to prevent spread toward Fresno and the Lebguba recreation area, with homes destroyed and other areas at risk.
Ada widow Mrs Doris Smith owner of the Doris Beauty Shop KM East Main was killed in a Tulsa traffic collision about 5:30 a m She left Ada to visit relatives in Claremore and Vinita Her husband Charles A Smith died last December Her sister Mrs Virginia Mae Ar Rele Cerne ie ther and father Benjamin J Spaulding of Vinita are named The accident involved a pickup with an off truck and a man identified as James H Brewer in critical condition in Tulsa hospital The couple had lived in Ada since 1945 and the wedding of John Rely nephew of her husband was held here Saturday night
In Lake Charles Louisiana on August 18 the 97 degree heat marked a busy afternoon as a store on Ryan Street reported a cash register theft. A caller claimed responsibility saying he would steal it to teach the clerks a lesson, leaving staff alert and vigilant.
A nostalgic recipe describes assembling a shortcake with various berries including red and black raspberries blueberries blackberries and peaches. It details a berry filling cream butter sugar mixture and a peach variation with almond flavor. The method covers dough preparation layering filling and serving with whipped cream or sugar.
Pontotoc county expands its audio-visual program adding over 150 dollars worth of film strips and 16 millimeter films to the library. Norman Mitchell says more films will be added as the program aims for a $1,000 annual spend aided by state matches under a 349 legislature cap. Schools donate funds to gain film ownership proportional to their contribution, while rentals from universities and colleges are available.
A fragmented cooking note describes layering peaches with butter and cream. The first layer is baked briefly in a hot oven around 450 degrees, followed by a second layer to be covered and finished. The legible parts imply a two step bake with cream topping but the instructions are incomplete.
The fifth annual Oklahoma State Association of American War Dads and American War Dads Auxiliary meet in Sulphur on August 26 and 27 at the Artesian hotel. Registration starts 2 am Saturday with a $2 fee, and officers will be elected for the next year. Banquet and joint breakfast follow, with tickets available during registration. State officers include Jack Trenary and Fred Goodwin, with Mrs L D Lacy and Mrs C B Foster as auxiliary leaders.
Dean W. B. Morrison of East Central State College joined about 60 deans from colleges and universities across the country in Oklahoma State A and M College proceedings Aug 35 to 27. The group discussed evaluating and improving college instruction and relaxed in dorm lounges, toured the Student Union, and enjoyed an alfresco barbecue by Cle Potts at the pond.
A group of up to 15 people including 12 children, traveling from California, hitchhiked across the country toward Indiana Michigan and Missouri. They were stopped by the Salvation Army after an overland route incident near Tulsa Oklahoma.
Five questions will appear on all ballots in the November election. Contests across districts include governor, U.S. House races with incumbents mostly seeking reelection, and 14 state senate and 57 house seats. The five constitutional questions seek a convention, world federalism, a regents board for Oklahoma Military Academy, blocking road tax diversions, and a four member highway commission.
Ada Oklahoma National Guard units will undergo daytime physicals this week at the Ada Armory with examinations by Pontoke County Medical Association and Fort Sill doctors. Plans for Honor the 45th Division Day include a feed, an Open House, and send off events before the early September induction into federal service at Camp Polk Louisiana. Local groups will raise funds and furnish equipment for unit recreation centers as Ada prepares for mobilization and transfer to the federal government. Officers Arthur Cobb and Paul Alford invite contributions and further information.
A Tulsa bootlegger awoke to find his automobile missing from a garage where he had left it for repairs. He said the theft and leaded whiskey inside made him sick at the stomach. The odd report notes a French fry shield and other unclear details from the damaged account.
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