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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1950
Page
6
Fragmented notice describes a cattle outbreak with cows losing flesh and muscle, spreading symptoms to heads and feet. It mentions Bermuda pasture and suspected grass influence, with deaths and losses in weight and production. Authorities seek treatment and study to control the epidemic.
Chiang Kai-Shek voiced opposition to using the A-bomb on China. He doubted the bomb would deter Chinese forces and warned against bombing that could escalate the war in Asia. The Chinese leader stressed restraint and warned against triggering broader conflict in the Far East.
An 11 year old Davis youth linked to a theft spree in Davis is now suspected in a burglary at the Drake Motor Co. in Ada with tires, heater, and other merchandise. Authorities in Murray County and Ada are pursuing leads, following a tip from the governor.
Oklahoma City reports the Point Four program under development with Dr. Harry G. Bennett, director, announcing 350 technicians winning battles for democracy. Bennett stresses health, education, and transportation aid to friendly nations as a means to help people improve their lives without imposing the American way.
Washington reports the First Marine Division sustained over 30 percent casualties in a desperate break from a Chinese trap at Korsa. Commanders note 7,000 infantry losses implied, with frostbite included, while praising the high spirits and aggressive effort that carried the operation. The division’s infantry regiments average under 70 percent strength as air support aided the ground push.
A 24 year old Watts Oklahoma man died in a car turnover on a state highway west of Kansas after leaving the road and overturning three times. The other driver, 27 year old Brownie James Men now of Watts, was critically injured and taken to a hospital in Ark. Both men were thrown from the car. The accident marks a fatality on the state roads for the year.
Corporal James Wiston aged 19 from Pointof West Point died when a car carrying him overturned near Milton after a tire blew. Corporal Claude W. Fowler aged 21 of Vaillant was treated and released. driver Corporal R. T. Olson of Waupan, Wis, had minor injuries. All were regular army. Funeral arrangements to be announced by Smith Funeral Home. Surviving family includes parents in Pontotoc, three sisters, four brothers, and grandparents in Pontotoc and Dallas.
Salt Lake City reports the burned wreckage of a C-45 airplane found 25 miles south of Hanksville Utah. S/Sgt Billy Nash of Utica Oklahoma and Lt Col Lorin L Johnson formerly of Payson Utah were aboard the missing flight from Kirtland AFB New Mexico to Hill AFB Utah. Fuhriman identifies the wreckage as the missing aircraft though Air Force officials offer caution. Rescue teams push toward the rugged wreck site amid 8 000 foot mountains as authorities assess the probable loss.
Augsburg reports doctor testimony finds Ilse Koch not insane yet notes illness affects her ability to attend court. Police describe her transfer from prison after a screaming statement of guilt. Court may proceed without her presence if she cannot appear, with a new trial possible under German procedure.
The governor expresses sincere gratitude to Oklahoma newspaper publishers for nearly four years of publishing his column. He credits wide distribution across more than a dozen papers with influencing policy and shaping government actions. He notes editors’ support helped advance a progressive administration.
A puzzled report from Toryo describes a smoky scene as a sergeant named Beargs discovered a cache described as 4425. the article notes an attempt to burn items and mentions Ada but lacks clear names or locations due to damaged text.
A gas explosion at the Gamble Variety Store near the courthouse square in Carrollton left one person dead and at least 12 injured. The blast damaged the store and nearby buildings, with debris striking a passerby and a 16 year old customer escaping via a basement crawl. Police and gas officials investigated reports of gas odor before the blast.
Washington reports John L. Lewis could trigger a fifth round wage increase for miners by calling his associate negotiators. He has not indicated plans before spring. If he acts, he would contact Harry Meara and Joseph Moody, who head main mining industry factions nearby. With contracts expiring April 1, a voluntary rise could occur before controls.
Ottawa reports Prime Minister Atlee plans return to Britain after talks in Ottawa and Washington. He said there is a genesis identity of views between Britain and Canada on the global scene and noted cooperation with the United States on tactics to stem imperialist threats. Truman and Atlee discussed dangers, long term positions, and the North Atlantic security shield including defense and economic strengthenings for the region.
A jumble of divorce and name change notices includes Malustila Jo Webs splitting from Bal Lise Wets Ode and Green from Shortman Green, with associated surnames Fureis from Jack Fus sett and CW McGoyn from Catherine McCay Allen B. Taylor from Opal Ray Taylor. The text also mentions unrelated phrases about insects and illumination.
Washington reports a surge in military contracts as the defense push accelerates. Large orders include 500 M4 tanks for American Locomotive Co and a $210 million light tanks contract with Cadillac division of General Motors. Hamburgers and range finders also appear in the weekly awards list, reflecting broad spending on war production.
Hollywood reports Sam Rummel a 52 year old attorney who represented gambler Mickey Cohen was found shot on his front steps. Detectives called it murder in mysterious circumstances after a murder surveillance exam. Rummel was shot in the neck with the bullet exiting the back of his head as Cohen reacted with shock.
C3's Boost CA's Airline Passenger Business From Ada describes a 35 percent rise in passengers boarding CA planes in Ada over three weeks after DC3 service began. Some 61 people boarded for other points, surpassing Bonanza capacity, with DC3s carrying four or five per flight. Incoming Ada travelers and visiting businesspeople from The Dalles, plus air mail and parcels, drive growth as air freight and tariffs are being planned for early next year. Public invited to view Ada Municipal airport and watch planes arrive and depart.
J B Dicus 39 known as Pors and father of Frank Dicus died after surgery Saturday night at Ada hospital. Funeral from Criswell's on Monday at 3 30 p m. Survived by three sons three brothers two sisters five grandchildren and other relatives including Frank Dicus R B Denton Jack Dicus plus Mrs Kate Stewart and Mrs Thelmas Aucoin.
Herbert Marcus 72 longtime president and co founder of the Nieman Marcus company died early today after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage last night.
Police impose dusk to dawn curfew in riot torn Singapore after two days of clashes over the Dutch Roman Catholic girl Maria Bertha Hertogh. The toll reaches 14 dead and 140 injured. soldiers confront mobs in the Moslem quarter while court rules the mother can take the girl to Holland. Two AP correspondents are attacked and hospitalized but non critical.
Miss Mildred Vaughan and Mrs Ruby Townsley home economics instructors lead upgrades in two new classrooms in Sulphur. A living room will replace the vacant space between departments with asphalt tile blocks bought by students for 13 cents each, earning a wall plaque. Vaughan’s students crochet a rainbow rug. a diamond chair will be reupholstered. gray-painted fixtures on the way. Townsley’s group will sew draperies. boys will sand and varnish the dining room table. a new sitting table aids garment hems in the sewing lab.
The county court Monday morning cleared several cases mainly for unlawful possession and dismissed many after ruling warrants were illegally directed to the county sheriff. John Leader pleaded guilty to drunken driving reduced to reckless driving and fined 25 dollars plus costs. Harold Levere Haines also faced a drunken driving charge reduced to reckless driving and fined 100 dollars plus costs. Robert Leonard pleaded guilty to unlawful possession and faces sentencing December 29.
A second victim died today from a crash near Kansas, Oklahoma, when a car leaving Highway 33 overturned three times. The deceased was Brownie James Man N69, 27, of Watts, Oklahoma. another victim O.D. Alig, 24, of Watts, also died. The injured included a person with a ruptured lung and fractured skull.
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