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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1944
Page
4
Area Chamber Move Prompts Debate in Southeastern Oklahoma
Sulphur editorial urges study of forming a southeast Oklahoma area chamber to tap regional resources and speed development. It questions benefits vs local rivalry and supports trying the plan if John C. Powell leads it, while also noting Ada's road efforts and a caution on distributing industry. The piece also comments on University of Chicago President Hutchins opposing GI Bill education for veterans but argues the country will pursue best options for servicemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Powell
Oklahoma
Murray
Garvin
Pontotoc
Ada
Fort Smith
Hugo
Durant
Powell
Hutchins
University of Chicago
Hereford cattle trade notes praise limestone grass stock
The article extols Hereford Heaven for superior beef from limestone grass area. It claims no part of the United States surpasses this region's cattle and notes breeders seek foundation stock here. It wishes success to January sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Pecan Pie Marketing Pitch Highlights Oklahoma Pecans
A suggestion urges eateries to title pecan pie with regional pride. Proposals include OK pecan pie and Sooner Select pecan pie claiming southern Oklahoma pecans as the best in the world. The aim is to brand Oklahoma as top pecan producer to the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
A Column of Comment on German Offensive and Allied Resolve
James Thrasher argues the German counterattack may concentrate Allied focus on victory while noting German industry damage, Allied air superiority, and domestic strains in Germany. He warns against over optimism and urges renewed resolve to defeat Germany and reassess postwar aims. He suggests von Rundstedt’s actions may indirectly aid Allied unity and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
West
Luftwaffe
Churchill
Stalin
Europe
Marshal von Rundstedt
LSU Bans Good-Night Kisses On Campus
Campus policy at Louisiana State University forbids women students from exchanging good-night kisses with men on campus prompting mixed reaction. The note argues that in a manpower shortage era such affectionate gestures should be celebrated, not punished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana State University
Japanese forces forced Mindoro landings under Leyte pressure
Gen Masaharu Homma admits the enemy rushed Mindoro landings due to the tremendous pressure from American forces on Leyte. The report notes Japanese operations were thwarted as MacArthur’s forces pressed advances, with the Japanese under threat of a decisive blow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mindoro
Leyte
Masaharu Homma
MacArthur
War end forecast and Bermuda celtuce debut
The Crystal Ball notes a St Louis millionaire who vanished after entering a hotel room in 1939 and hints at predicting war end. It also reports Bermuda growing a new vegetable named celtuce with celery like flavor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Bermuda
Pennslvania Avenue Antics In Washington Columns
Washington column notes Mrs Roosevelt tour of the White House kitchen reveals staff meals as she tours the mansion. Will L Clayton discloses Anderson Clayton profits and family stake. Connally loses humor as Guffey flips on MacLeish vote. Lunchroom chatter and a forthcoming Army surplus report loom large in DC circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Peter Edson
Franklin D. Roosevelt
White House
L. Clayton
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Anderson- Clayton and Co
Mr. Clayton
Clayton
Connally
Tom Connally
Foreign Relations Committee
Homer Ferguson
Michigan
War Investigating Committee
Somervell
Ferguson
Army Service Force
Penny-Sender Gets Even With One Cent Money Order
Pi Western Union told Jane Schneider she had a money order waiting. The order was for one cent instead of a fortune. She wired back an indignant thanks-correct and evened the score.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Pi—Western Union
Jane Schneider
Hopes for 1945 Home Front Amid War Rationing
Washington reports expect continued rationing across food clothing and household wares in 1945. Officials warn few new consumer appliances will be started as war needs rise and stockpiles are allocated to essentials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
America
U. S
Department of Commerce
Brazil
OPA
Turkey
Department of Agriculture
Battle Front Stalemate as German Counter Thrust Drains The Allies
Associated Press war analysis notes German forces renew pressure on the American front in Belgium and toward the Meuse while Eisenhower conducts counterattacks. Bastogne is highlighted as a critical battle with American resistance holding and a famed armored column attempting relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eisenhower
Paris
Roosevelt
Belgium
Meuse
Liege
Nemur
Sedan
von Rundtedt
Thieves Smash Window Steal 50-Cent Booklet in Denver
In Denver a bookstore window was smashed to take a 50 cent pamphlet titled Denver's First Christmas. The incident occurred on December 26 as thieves exited with the item. Police investigate the break in and motive remains unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
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Area Chamber OF Commerce
James Thrasher
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Archibald MacLeish
State Department
Tom
Sen
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Pennsyyvania
MacLeish
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Texas
Brehon Somervell
Montana
James C. Dunn
Clark
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NEA Service, Inc
T.M. Reg. U. S. Pat
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von Rundstedt
Bastogne
Adaron and Metal Co
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