Senator Borah asks Soviet aid for Ben Eielson rescue
Senator Borah circles Soviet government for help in locating aviator Ben Eielson and mechanic Carl Borland missing six weeks off Siberia. He sent a cable to Litvinov via Mrs. Willebrandt, urging Stavrapol to conduct search as practicable. Stefansson thanked Borah for his interest. note continues on page 4.
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Christmas Solemnly Observed At Bethlehem by All Creeds
Bethlehem December 24. Church fathers prepare for Christmas Day amid restored order after recent bloodshed. The Latin patriarch travels by motor with his retinue to Bethlehem for the midnight mass at the Franciscan convent near the Nativity church. Anglicans will sing nearby at the Greek convent. Catholics may visit only the grotto.
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Texans Not Opposed to Free Red River Bridge Plan
Texas bridge engineer G G Wickline says the Texas delegation is not expected to oppose a bill allowing Texas and Oklahoma to build free parallel bridges across the Red River. He notes chatter may stem from interviews and confirms no official word on Preston Bridge rejection. He pledges a satisfactory settlement for all sides.
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Oil production in US rises slightly in week ending Dec 21
The Oil and Gas Journal reports a US daily average of 2,620,580 barrels of light and heavy oil for the week ending December 21, up 3,293 barrels from December 14. Oklahoma shows declines. West Texas steady. California adds light oil while heavy oil dips. The gain stems from light crude, with heavy oil down about 5,000 barrels.
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Hoover Christmas in Washington as capital observes holiday
President Hoover cancels almost all engagements to spend Christmas with Mrs. Hoover and son Allan. Government departments close and federal workers prepare for the holiday as wreaths adorn the White House. Secretly, First Lady assists Salvation Army with 500 food baskets for needy children. Hoover to light a large Christmas tree in Sherman Square.
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Weather and Roads Across States
Arkansas sees partly cloudy skies and warmer temperatures tonight into Wednesday. Kansas reports mostly fair conditions with little temperature change through Wednesday. Oklahoma forecasts fair weather with warmer eastern and southern areas tonight and Wednesday.
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Hardwick Starts Road 70 Recovery
Deputy Hardwick badly injured when his car went off a CalWil embankment shows improving recovery. He received treatment at Heldenville hospital after heavy blood loss and remains hopeful. Deputy Walter Ford with a broken arm also recovering. Berlin rockets appear as toy experiments with rocket powered transport ideas including cars planes and bicycles.
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Ada Evening News Christmas Day Off
The Ada Evening News will not be issued tomorrow Christmas Day and will resume publication Thursday. The note extends warm wishes to readers and advertisers and thanks them for cooperation while reflecting on the first Christmas and its significance.
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White Christmas Storm Paralyzes Regions From Maine to Texas
A northeast storm brings snow and sleet across New England and the Atlantic states while the west endures more heavy falls. The system causes fatal accidents, disrupted air mail, delayed trains, and difficult travel as snow depths reach six inches to over a foot in New York and Hillsboro Texas reports 26 inches. Florida experiences freezing temps though Miami and Key West stay mild. Pacific coast forecasts call for snow and rain across several western states.
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Duncan Faces Bombing Plot Fear in Duncan
A Duncan bombing scare widens as authorities probe a 4600 foot telephoned cord theft and a dynamite heist at Unit ed States Torpedo Co warehouse. One suspect is questioned while another is sought amid threats to state witness M E Hannon. Claud Cheves and C C Knight face Feb 10 trials for related bombings and assault.
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Extremists Plot to Stop Belgian Royal Wedding
A young Italian, Camielio Berneri, was arrested in Belgium on an alleged plot to bomb the royal train to stop the marriage of Princess Marie Jose and Crown Prince Humbert. Simultaneous arrests included Ruschoni. four more suspects remain at large. Berneri confessed intent to murder Italy’s justice minister.
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Snow Buries Adirondacks As Snowfall Tops Foot Mark
Saranac Lake New York December 24 heavy snow blanketed the Adirondacks with a foot of snow overnight. Calm winds kept roads and rails passable and trains ran near schedule today.
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Snow Closes Vermont Roads Amid Heavy Holiday Fall
Burlington reports a heavy snowstorm on Christmas Eve with the northern part of the state blanketed in snow. Snowfall is the heaviest in ten years causing nearly impassable highways, suburban bus service suspension, and trains delayed up to three hours in places.
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Attempt on Life of Argentine President Yrigoyen
An assassination attempt occurred near the president's home in Buenos Aires as three shots were fired. The president Yrigoyen escaped unharmed. a member of his party was wounded and the assassin was immediately killed. The president's chauffeur died and a city police official was seriously wounded before the attacker was shot by a bodyguard. First reports indicated only one injury.
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Enid Man Slashes Throat in Despondent Act
Ernest Nichols 42 slashed his throat last night before his wife and children. He is reported to be recovering at a local hospital. Despondency over failing to provide for his family was the motive. the Nichols family had been listed as needy for a Christmas adoption by a local resident.
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Nation honors Nelloge pact as Pat Hurley serves as secretary
The country backing the Nelloge peace pact also lists Pat Hurley as secretary of war, signaling a fusion of pacific diplomacy with wartime leadership.
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Ada Wins Okla City Indians Spring Training
Ada voters cheer as the Oklahoma City Western league club will train in Ada for a month starting mid March. Jimmy Humphries says three games are set with the St Paul club and two with the Tulsa Oilers, with tickets to fund training expenses.
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