13 Feb 1941
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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1941
Page
1
A government aid disbursement lists payments and recipients including amounts such as 340.80 and 60. Details reference several entities and locations with names indicating beneficiaries and payment lines. The fragmentary OCR hints at a formal ledger or subsidy record showing who received aid and the sums allotted.
4-H girls prepare for April meeting outlining demonstrations and exhibits. Leaders and members organize shows on crafts, home economics, and poultry raising, with plans to present progress and learning outcomes at the gathering.
Amid ongoing hostilities in Europe, leaders meet to discuss France and Britain and the widening war. Reports describe tension across Europe with Franco British diplomacy shaping policy as Balkan forces mobilize.
An early report outlines the Department Appropriations Bill moving to the Senate after committee action. Budget Director R. R. Owens signals open hearings and final committee approval anticipated within hours. The measure would set a 2 percent tax change and shift funding from star relied to general revenue to bolster the state’s strained fund.
A witness testified before the state senate about the Workers Alliance and Communist party activities. Irene Richardson, former fire department secretary, and editor Were described party efforts to influence media and recruit supporters while committee members pressed for evidence of propaganda and organization.
Washington action approves seven house additions amid language amendments. Lawmakers accept technical changes and a provision related to British aid powers, with amendments aimed at clarifying the presidency’s authority.
Washington February 12 The Attorney General ordered new deportation proceedings against Bridges a native of Australia cited as a Communist. The 21 word report by J Boga Hoover forms the government's case while contents remain undisclosed. Bridges is slated for hearings starting March 31 in San Francisco.
Oklahoma City reports a Senate and House compromise to allow counties to use County Library funds for commissioner expenses and certain salaries. Debate centered on constitutional limits and tax implications with objections that the bill could raise property taxes and shift costs. The measure, estimated at about 1 million dollars, moves to a full Senate vote after committee approval.
Governor Phillips declares plans to strip the state superintendent of public instruction and take control of school funds and administration. He argues a reorganization is needed to cut costs while ensuring state oversight, predicting legislative action before adjournment.
Navy Secretary Knox warned the United States cannot spare more destroyers for Britain as the administration seeks a plan to tighten Congress control over aid to Britain. Senator Barkley urged that presidents obtain both authorization and appropriations before supplying defense items abroad. Willkie and White House officials voiced concerns about shrinking naval strength and the impact on national defense as lawmakers debated the aid bill shape.
Ada high student Joan Margradiste suffered serious injuries when struck from behind while walking home from classes. A Wichita physician said the blow caused scalp lacerations, a broken hand, and shock but no skull fracture. Police described the assailant as wearing a cap and having a cap-like lapel. investigation ongoing.
A severe dust storm swept Hollis and nearby regions, hindering visibility to around 28 minutes, damaging garages and a Colorado Springs cottage, and prompting warnings of record heat and thunder. Rural dust storm spread from Texas panhandle into New Mexico and Oklahoma, with wind gusts strong enough to topple structures and disrupt daily life.
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