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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1943
Page
4
The Ada Weekly News established in 1901 by Wm D Little editor publishes every Thursday in Ada Oklahoma. The note lists editorial and business offices with telephones and postal registration as second class mail matter.
The Ponca City News argues the Farm Security Administration overstepped its mission by attempting communal farming schemes and tenant arrangements. It claims liquidation is now underway with properties like the old 101 ranch sold to private operators, leaving taxpayers with unknown losses and widespread questions about NYA repairs and overall cost.
The senate faces criticism for blocking a bill to let all armed forces members vote on federal officials. The piece argues service members should have a voting opportunity, with voting regulation staying with states, and notes cooperation is needed to mail ballots. It hopes service voters can inform themselves and exercises support for their right to vote.
Dudley Glass of The Constitution recounts receiving a letter starting I regret to inform you revealing how many fathers and mothers nationwide receive tragic notices about their sons. The editor notes Glass’s reaction as he imagines his own role in telling the story.
The piece argues Jesus embodies the New Commandment and calls for tolerant, brotherly love between Jews and Christians. It notes mutual respect despite doctrinal differences, cites Jewish-Christian cooperation in Boston, and recalls a professor’s remark that Jesus is God for the speaker in practical faith terms.
The Tulsa Tribune argues against extending criminal prosecution to all counties for one crime, warning it risks persecution of the innocent. It questions a world peace group based on population and expresses distrust of nonwhite nations in future global governance.
The administration facing inflationary pressure, a bill to force a 35 cent per barrel oil price rise passed the House 171 to 92 and moves to the Senate. Senator Thomas proposes adding the measure to anti food subsidy legislation, while Rep. Disney argues higher prices spur exploration. A Senate subcommittee seeks a subsidy compromise on food prices.
United States crude oil production fell by 23 385 barrels daily in the week ended December 11 to 4 371 870 barrels. Texas slipped 25 300 to 1 882 900, East Texas down 5 200 to 364 300, and the Rocky Mountain region off 1 795 to 132 935. Kansas rose 6 400 to 273 500, Oklahoma up 2 550 to 325 150, Louisiana up 1 320 to 354 120, Illinois up 3 700 to 221 850, California up 50 to 780 300, and eastern fields 275 to 70 150.
Washington December 14 The Office of Price Administration says large releases from government stocks in the last three weeks mostly were priced into last month’s chart. Tomato catsup however may drop from 18 points next month as releases after December 6 were too late to circulate. Green beans reduced from five to three for small cans after November 28 releases, while over 1.5 million cases of tomatoes released the same day did not affect tomato values.
Two inmates serving manslaughter terms killed guard sergeant W H Riley and convict L C Smalley at the Oklahoma state penitentiary. Stanley Steen and Mose Johnson slashed Smalley and stabbed Riley in the electric plant and canteen area before being captured. Warden Conner noted both are in solitary confinement. investigation into narcotics influence ongoing. Riley had 14 years service. Smalley was serving 40 years for armed robbery.
Francis Bayre, special assistant to the secretary of state, says forty million people are homeless due to war or axis labor or prisons. He framed repatriation and rehabilitation as key issues for the United Nations relief and rehabilitation administration and urged congressional support for funding. He cites Europe and Asia as home to tens of millions displaced, many weakened by hunger and disease, and warns the crisis could be the war’s dreadful aftermath.
Indian troops pierced the center of the British Eighth army front in Italy and took prisoners. Canadians along the Adriatic repelled Nazi armored assaults and damaged tanks. Fifth army front activity remained artillery duels and patrols in the Liri valley as Montgomery presses toward Ortona.
Senators from the solid south show split views on quitting the Democratic party for an independent group. Last week they vented anger at being marginalized in the party. Senator Bailey proposed forming a separate party to hold balance in the electoral college amid charges of an unholy alliance with Republicans on the service men's vote bill.
Letters urge provisions for armed forces to vote in upcoming Oklahoma elections. Discussion covers age 18 or 21 eligibility, constitutional amendment paths, and July primary timing for operation of new voting rights. Mentions Senate remarks on southern unity and party tensions amid wartime ballots.
Los Angeles report on December 14 notes actress Deanna Durbin, 25, was granted a quick divorce from Lt. Vaughn Paul 28 after a two and a half year marriage. Durbin cited constant criticism and nervous strain from home disputes including a stag party absence and radio interruptions. A property agreement had been arranged previously.
Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden told the Commons that Teheran Cairo conferences have decisions that will shorten the war with Germany and Japan. He praised close allied military planning with Roosevelt Stalin and Churchill and warned against premature peace with Japan. He cited Turkey as a hopeful cooperation and noted a British mission aiding the Balkans under Tito.
P E M Douthat of Sinclair Coal tells 25 miners from Missouri and Kansas that regional production will be about 700000 tons below last summer's forecasts due to labor trouble and Yugoslav and British munitions aid efforts. He notes revised outlook and allied efforts to unite Yugoslav groups and support postwar government choice. Also reports Eden caution on victory timing and Italian campaign difficulties amid terrain and weather.
Doctors urge daily milk for health and TB defense. A quart for children and a pint for adults support nutrients, while milk from TB cows risks infection. Safeguards include vet checks for cows, medical screening of milk handlers, and pasteurization to keep milk safe for consumption nationwide.
Pfc Sergei Kirpatrovsky, 33, born in Russia and later of Harbin China, finished the army radio mechanics course at Truax Field with a 100 percent classroom average the highest ever in the army air forces training command radio school. He skipped 13 weeks of study by passing a 26 hour exam and completed the 20 week course in six weeks four days. Col Fay O Dice praised the feat as phenomenal and Brig Gen S W Fitzgerald extended congratulations.
Brazil nuts drop from tall trees causing fatalities each year. The hard shells strike with heavy force, and a single tree yields round shells containing about 20 nuts, making the danger from 200-foot heights a serious concern.
In Spokane Washington children at Irving school enjoy influenza symptoms as four janitors stay home recovering. The school converts to a vacation mode while staff recuperates.
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