Christmas at Ada Orphanage Brightened by Warmth and Gifts
Mrs J W Westbrook organized aid after discovering the orphanage lacked heating in the girls room and older children’s quarters. Local women funded stoves and furniture, beauty operators donated permanents for five girls, and boys received clothing and money. Supt Bryce received 72.17 dollars for additional needs as 46 children benefited from the drive.
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Baptist Orphanage
Ada
Missionary Baptist
Oklahoma
Ada Missionary Baptist Church
East Thirteenth
Rcal
Bryce
J. W. Westbrook
Snake venom proven toxic to plant life unlike other poisons
Researchers report that snake venom can injure or deter plant growth, marking a rare case where an animal toxin affects vegetation. Experiments show venom exposure harming plant tissues and altering growth patterns, suggesting ecological implications beyond predation.
Government Employment Figures Highlight Broad U S Reach
An official estimate shows about one million five hundred fifty six thousand people are employed directly or indirectly by the U S government. The figure underscores the scale of federal, state, and local government employment across agencies and services.
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U. S
War Bond Drive Ends Soon in Pontotoc County
War bonds sales in Pontotoc County reached 3463.50 for a day with 1575 into E bonds and 1888.50 into other types. The E bond total stands at 337862.50 and the grand total at 1375226.11 toward a 372000 E bond goal. Five days remain to credit purchases to the Sixth War Loan.
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Santa Claus
Pontotoc County
Uncle Sam
Ace Col Dave Schilling Tops War Flight Scores
Col Dave Schilling who commands an ace fighter group in Europe became a leading ace by shooting down five German planes, raising his total to 34 1/2. The 26 year old Traverse City, Michigan pilot led his unit in a brutal dogfight against about 250 Messerschmitts, and his group claimed 35 German planes.
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London
Dave Schilling
Europe
Traverse City
Mich
Malayans Debate Delicacy of Cooked Bees over Honey
Malays consider cooked bees a delicacy while showing little interest in honey tastes. The remark contrasts culinary curiosity with honey preferences across communities.
Senators Seek Ace In Hole for Future Aviation Decisions
Senators on the War Investigating Committee told by Mead to monitor American built airfields abroad from Casablanca to Cairo. Tunnell and Burton will ensure coordination of civil, military, and relief efforts as postwar plans unfold and oil supplies to fronts are assessed.
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Jack Bell
Washington
Senators
State Department
Mead
N.Y
Tunnell
Del
Burton
Ohio
Senate War Investigating Committee
North Africa
Uncle Sam
Middle East
Congressional inquiry reviews Abadan refineries and Africa food output
Mead tells reporters senators will visit Abadan Iran and nearby American refineries to check capacity and logistics for wartime supply. He cites 40 percent output last year, shipping concerns, and potential effects on Europe and Burma fronts. The panel also questions Africa food prospects and shipping needs for France and devastated areas.
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Mead
Abadan
Iran
Mediterranean
Burma
Atlantic
Africa
Candle Auction Proves Oldest Selling Form Still Popular
An Ada News classified note explains candle auction where a small candle is lit as the article goes up for sale and the final bid before it burns out wins. The ad assures greater returns for invested money.
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Ada
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War Mobilization and Reconversion Advisory Board
James F. Byrnes
OWM
White House
James G. Patton
National Farmers’ Union
Nathaniel Dyke, Jr
George H. Mead
Eric Johnston
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
Byrnes
O. Max Gardner
Goveberg
War Manpower Commissi Board
Albert S. Goss
William
O.K
Jack Yeagher
S. Miss
Casablanca
Cairo
Ihsoby
Italy
Foreign Economic Administration
France
China
Chengtu
Formosa
Thomas B. Friedman
Cleveland, O
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Red Cross
Brittany
Fred D. Davis, Jr
Pine Bluff
Ark
Gustave Stowe
Deerfield
Wis
James W. Mason
Birmingham
Ala
Robert S. Anderson
St. Petersburg
Fla
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Home Federal Savings & Loan Association
South Broadway
Merry Christmas
Joe-Ett Beauty Shop
East Main
Mem
Bers
Collins Lumber CO
North Townsend
W. Fisher
Oklahoma State Bank
Zelon
Poplin
Davidson & Son Grocery
West Main
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