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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1943
Page
2
Elmer L. Kenison of the Ada Chamber of Commerce met with S C S officials Tuesday to promote high grade agricultural limestone at minimal prices for farmers. The district program receives broad support to combat erosion and drought threatening crops in the Blue and Boggy area.
Pedro Simpkins of Ada says he will soon have facilities at a limestone crusher near Bromide to furnish agricultural limestone to farmers or spread it on fields. The S C S is submitting samples of the material for an appraisal.
C A Pate of Stonewall constructed a year round stock pond capable of holding several acre feet of water. He completed the project using one team and did all the work himself, planning to stock the pond with fish.
Washington reports meat points will fall due to surplus supplies while butter remains short. OPA aims to limit seasonal meat differences to five percent, with storage space tight and few wholesale loans taken up. Meanwhile postwar advertising and government campaigns underscored the value of public support and liberty bonds.
Washington report notes Uncle Sam will receive about 500 million dollars in free advertising in 1944 from news stories and civic sponsorships. Government agencies including OWI War Navy and War Production Board push pro war messages through free ads in print radio and posters to support the third war loan sale targeting 14 billion dollars.
J E Steiwig takes over as superintendent at Coalgate replacing Lee Scott who resigned. He arrives from Valiant after 17 years as superintendent and two years as high school principal. He aided by wife Mrs Steiwig who will join him after holidays. He also joins civic duties including the war bond drive in January.
A soggy spongy brake pedal signals the hydraulic braking system contains air in the lines, reducing pedal feel and braking efficiency. Identifying the issue prompts bleeding the brake system to restore proper pressure and safe operation.
More than 100 native tree species exist in Oklahoma with hardwoods in the east and southeast pine stands. Forests support the economy and war effort, yielding over 14 million yearly from timber sales, 7 million in manufactured products, 24 million fence posts, nearly 1 million crossties, 2.5 million in fuel, plus various byproducts like sugar maple syrup potential and pecan quality notes.
Oklahoma A and M expert Dr. Frank B. Cross notes certain pecan varieties yield higher kernel percentages and crack easily. He lists papershell types such as Burkett Schley Moneymaker Moore Oklahoma San Saba Improved Success Stuart Texas Prolific Western Schley, highlighting Schley as among the best for ease of cracking and kernel yield.
Claude Newton, 39, serving a life term for murder, faces tax trouble after leaving Oklahoma for Arizona with $25 000 earned while incarcerated. He plans to file in Phoenix with an auditor, estimating federal tax around $800 to $900 while having paid $122 state sales tax on goods made by inmates. He will fly to Dallas then head to Phoenix to open a shop selling convict made items.
The Youth Fellowship of Fittstown Methodist Church held a tacky party at the home of Rev. and Mrs. A. W. Oliver. Gamed and refreshments were served to a long list of attendees including Mrs. Lila Lee Jones, Dorothy Harris, Aline Boyd, Jennie Harris, Char line Boyd, Carol Delaplain, Violet Jean Storks, Clara Turner, Dot Delaplain, Marion Turner, Marjorie Storks, James Delaplain, Don Delaplain, Howard Storks, Raymond Kuykendall, Helen Kuykendall, Margaret Kuykendall, Jerry Cherry, Kenneth Hursh, Wanda Rae, Joy Mae Oliver, Barclay Jr.
The Women’s Society of Christian Service met at Mrs. J. S. Delaplain’s home with Mrs. Bert Hursh and Mrs. Earl presenting the program. After business, refreshments were served to seven members. Next gathering set for Tuesday at Mrs. Bert Hursh’s home.
Byng high school hosts Wolf high school in a doubleheader at the Byng gym Tuesday night starting at 7 30. Byng girls boast a promising squad after recent wins over Sasakwa 55 9 while Byng boys seek improvement after a 35 15 victory and a prior loss to Wolf. Admission is small and local fans are invited.
Hotel men nationwide unite to push a "Salvage All Four for Victory" drive starting December 15. Aubrey Harris, manager of the roguest hotel, is appointed to head the relief efforts and will announce plans. The four salvage targets are scrap metal, used fats, tin, and waste paper.
The War Department reports four Oklahomans killed in action across theaters in Asia and the Pacific. Sgt. Paul L. Box of Cleveland died in the Asiatic area. Pvt. John W. Bennett of Fairfax and Second Lt. Bruce B. Brooks of Oklahoma City died in the Mediterranean area. Second Lt. T. C. McLaughlin of Lexington was killed in the Southwest Pacific.
The Roff 4 H Club organized last week with Hugh F Rouk and Mrs Jessie Morgan guiding. Gene Teel was elected president Melvin Johnson vice president and Bill Boyd secretary. Twenty seven boys enrolled and will pursue production projects.
The War Department announced awards for meritorious achievement during anti-submarine flights. Captain Lyndall J. Avery of Bixby received the Air Medal with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster. Other Oklahoma recipients include Clarence C. Cain Lawton Arthur C. Taylor Raff Carl W. Eley Elmer Alvin E. Goodner and George J. Rousses.
Oklahoma state budget officer John L. Moseley says the state’s finances are the strongest in 20 years and projects complete debt liquidation by July 1946. The debt has fallen from 35 million to about 28.5 million as of December 1, with 18.1 million in the general revenue fund toward 22.24 million in annual appropriations. He forecasts an 8 million surplus by July 1 to erase long-term obligations and expects full appropriation coverage from state taxes in January 1944.
In Moscow the people welcomed news that Premier Stalin met with President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill in a Teheran conference. The radio only carried the brief dispatch, with no commentary, yet the meeting dominated conversations across the city as a sign of growing Allied unity.
Paris leads a team to a decisive win in a cage match. The victory showcases strong coordination and effective offense, signaling a confident performance by the squad.
Representative Jed Johnson states there will be no wholesale closing of Indian schools. He cites petitions opposing the Senate committee plan to end Indian boarding schools by July 1, 1944 and vows to fund schools that merit congressional support. Chilocco Indian School is highlighted as a likely target.
The article notes Admiral Nomura warned on December 7 1941 that sanctions by the United States and allies endangered Japan. The State Department volume reveals peace talks were active as Japan attacked, with US demands for China and Germany policy and Japan seeking freedom in the Orient and materials flow.
Marion Dutton sought her lost Angora before enlisting in the air WACs. The cat was found after a Shawnee News Star classified ad stated enlistment hinged on its recovery. The piece notes a fuel famine in the east as a reminder.
C H Hailey explains that grub infested cattle waste more feed and fetch lower prices, suggesting a Derris dust treatment to cover 20 to 25 head with three monthly applications. He adds timely guidance on fall plowing to tackle garden pests and prepare plots for spring, even recommending manure or leaves to enrich soil.
The note explains eggs are mostly water and that icy cold or frozen drinking water reduces hen water intake and egg production. It advises giving 50 hens a three gallon water supply, heating it in cold weather or changing it two to three times daily, and stresses providing drinkable water early each morning.
Cattle infested by lice eat up to 25 percent more feed for maintenance. Dipping is the best control method, though spraying or dusting works for small herds. Two treatments are needed, the second 17 to 19 days after the first.
An improvement in laying stock quality boosts feed efficiency in egg production. Feed costs about half the total cost of eggs, so choosing stock impacts profits. A 5 lb 100 egg bird uses about 80 lb feed yearly. a 5 lb 200 egg bird uses about 94 lb. The extra 100 eggs require roughly 14 lb feed. per dozen eggs, the 100 egg bird uses over 9 1 2 lb feed while the 200 egg bird uses about 5 1 2 lb feed.
The final county curriculum discussion was led by Luther Edge of East Central. Four meetings have been held this fall. the next zone meeting will be at East Pagetion State College on December 6 under the theme Educational Curriculum for Victory and Peace. Dr. Harrup of Peabody College Nashville will speak in the morning with Dr. A Linscheid East Central president to close. The program includes music, entertainment, and panels as wartime education topics.
In Tulsa Oklahoma Dee, the Indian Bureau once founded to Christianize and civilize Indians is said to have completed its purpose 75 years ago. Joseph Bruner, president of the American Indian Federation, urged abolition of the bureau as a useless expense amid federation votes.
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