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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1952
Page
4
The Ada Weekly News comments on President elect Eisenhower and Senator Taft clashing over Martin P. Durkin as Labor Secretary. It argues Taft's criticism has some basis given labor's opposition to Eisenhower and notes Durkin may prove loyal and effective, urging patience before opposition.
A Oklahoma governor with Spanish fluency and strong ties to the southwest is praised as an ideal choice for ambassador to Mexico. The piece notes Murray’s popularity in Mexico City, his linguistic skill, and the growing economic and cultural ties between the two nations, urging the next President to consider him after his term ends.
The piece argues railroads in a straitjacket face heavy regulation and rising costs. It suggests easing taxes and restraining rules, plus trials of bus rail hybrids or single operator cars to cut costs and compete with buses. Rail transport is deemed essential to the industrial nation if given room to innovate.
The Vancouver Sun notes readers are not calling about war stories on Korea, running identical front pages for three days with no reader response. It suggests missing front developments or dull wire copy and questions whether U S readers are more engaged.
Viscount James Bryce and Sir Oliver Franks are cited as examples of British appreciation of the United States. The text recalls an American ideal of friendly, neighborly relations despite misunderstandings between Americans and Britons, and offers guidance on choosing books across Bible, Shakespeare, poetry, essays, and science.
The report says General Eisenhower will name Senator Henry Cabot Lodge as chief U. S. representative to the United Nations. It notes a shift in Lodge’s stance from his grandfather’s anti League stance to an international outlook and bipartisan cooperation in shaping U S policy with other nations.
The piece questions national campaign finance limits and the effectiveness of enforcement, noting large fundraising through volunteer committees. It also discusses how chemicals like 2 4 D and 2 4 T can affect plant growth, suggesting refined doses might trigger unusual growth without killing plants, and cites ongoing research discussions.
In Midland Texas two house painters have not slept in over 90 hours chasing a $1000 sleep contest. In Amarillo J Moore Jones limped from Borger to Amarillo to cover 47 miles in 10 hours, while Nan O Keefe walked 17 miles to Canyon in four hours. An airman at Amarillo Base planned a Borger to Amarillo trek with a pack and carbine. Police in Dallas arrested a 33-year-old who drove across a trolley bridge after a night of drunken arrests and near-miss collisions.
Washington and Maryland traffic leaders and liquor industry members urged tavern owners to offer a free cup of coffee to holiday drinkers and to deny car keys to anyone not fit to drive. The plan aims to cut December traffic deaths with local but nationwide relevance and 10 000 employer letters planned.
Washington plans a three day national party for the inauguration with radio and television coverage. Dancer George Murphy, named director, says programs may be sponsor funded to cut costs estimated at one million dollars. Highlights include a National Symphony Orchestra concert on January 18 a variety show on January 19 and an invitation only ball on January 20.
A Kansas blizzard and lower allowables cut weekly U S oil and condensate output by 191 850 barrels ending Dec 6 per Oil and Gas Journal. The weekly average fell to 6 471 150 barrels while year total remained above 1951 levels at 2 123 928 475 versus 2 096 675 800.
An all male circuit court jury found 23 year old Jose Romero guilty of first degree murder in the June killing of Irene Thompson, a 30 year old former dancing instructor. The panel fixed his punishment at life in prison after about four and a half hours of deliberation at the Jefferson Hotel case.
Santa Monica California Red Skelton hospital admission shows a diaphragmatic hernia with doctors uncertain about immediate operation. X rays will guide decision in the next day. Physician Stanley Immerman notes full assessment pending.
Dr. Hubertus Strughold, space medicine expert at Randolph AFB, predicts children may ride a 30 hour rocket to the moon. He says power is the main hurdle, but will be solved in time for the next generation. He notes Mars seasons vary in a day and Mars hosts only hardy life, with no big aliens.
The 7,207 ton freighter Yorkmar with 37 crewmen ran aground on a Washington beach near Aberdeen. Coast Guard said no immediate danger but warned of 40 mph winds. Tug Salvage Chief planned to refloat at high tide. crew rescue gear ready if needed. Yorkmar owned by Calmar Steamship Corp.
Land mass gravity causes a measurable bulge in ocean levels around continents. The gravitational pull lifts water slightly, creating a detectable offshore height difference and contributing to regional sea surface variation.
Porpoise oil is noted for lubricating delicate devices such as watches. The oil’s properties are valued for reducing friction and extending the life of precision mechanisms.
New York report notes Everest remains unreached by climbers with recent expedition falling 150 feet short of its summit. Despite claims it may still grow, specialists deem the ascent still possible yet daunting as more explorers pursue the peak.
The 1953 inauguration committee chair predicts Eisenhower's presidential ceremony will be the largest and most expensive ever with about one million dollars underwritten by sponsors. Highlights include religious services, a shrine tour, a Capitol inauguration, and a nationwide parade with all services represented.
The Agriculture Department in its year end report raised the 1952 cotton crop estimate to 15,038,000 bales of 500 pounds gross weight, up from 14,905,000 last month. Domestic and export needs are expected to be met with some surplus for reserves, while running bales totaled 13,419,943 by Dec 1, versus 12,804,430 a year earlier.
Martin P. Durkin named to be labor secretary in Eisenhower's cabinet says Senator Taft will be reasonable and fair minded about changes to the Taft Hartley Act. Durkin calls Taft a fair minded man and hopes for a middle ground between organized labor and management on labor legislation.
Alfred Oliver, 26, of Stigler, pleaded in nocent to an attempted death by own action charge. Bond set at $1,000 after he was found bleeding on State Highway 2 Sunday night claiming he was shot and driven by four unknown gunmen. Prosecutor Nat Henderson questions the tale as a possible publicity hoax. Oliver hospitalized in Muskogee in good condition.
The fourth district convention of the National Association of Postmasters met in the Allen high school lunch room. Attendees included Ada Atwood Chattagnoo Claremore Fitzhugh Henryetta Konawa Velma. Congressman Tom Steed spoke on administration effects on appointees. Mrs Margaret Cummings and Walter Ingram also spoke. The Allen Home Demonstration club organized the meal.
The divorced husband of actress Susan Peters was left a portion of her estate. Her will written June 15, 1943, five months before she married Richard Quine, named Quine as executor of furniture while $6,000 in personal property went to her mother, Abby Carnahan. Peters died in Visalia, California, on October 23 following a Jan 1 1945 hunting accident.
Gerald Gene Shields, 24, of Locust Grove died in a county road truck crash one mile south of Pryor. The small truck overturned after losing control. Shields was ejected and the vehicle rolled onto him. He suffered a crushed chest and head injuries. The crash increased Oklahoma’s traffic toll to 534 for the year.
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