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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1938
Page
4
An NEA Service summary urges Americans to adopt resolute self-improvement as 1938 begins. It cites Congress, business leaders, labor, and the administration, urging productivity, cooperation, and responsible leadership to lift the economy from slump and restore confidence. It calls for individuals to think harder, work harder, and act with kindness and tolerance.
The article argues education opens paths for all so future leaders will match past strength and the nation remains safe. It also notes the death of Prince Demidoff in Finland after a fall from a hay wagon and details Senator Nichols pushing a $35 million road bond via an initiated bill, potentially shaping the state campaign with contentious opposition.
The article profiles John the Baptist as son of Zecheriah and Elisabeth, detailing his rise from hermit in the wilderness to a powerful preacher who called for repentance. It discusses his humility before Jesus, the baptism of Christ, and the shaping of Jesus ministry, linking John's mission to prepare hearts for the gospel and to guide followers to a spiritual kingdom.
The text rejects the idea that big business caused the recession to discredit the New Deal. It notes years of losses followed by profits, argues business leaders would not court de pression, and suggests the downturn followed reduced public demand and slower buying.
The piece predicts a rough state campaign with many unsure bets and tall guesses. It notes no second primary leaves results in doubt until the final hour and that business will pick up now that the new year has begun.
The piece critiques farm tenant swapping as a flaw in the system and calls for fair landowners and conscientious tenants. It notes highway commission overspending, a debt over seven million dollars, and a pause on projects until revenue catches up, urging prudent budgeting and a three year path to balance.
Carlton Weaver longtime publisher of the Wilburton News-Democrat will retire to his ranch near Wilburton. He helped shape local journalism serving over 20 years in Wilburton and was a former Ada News owner. Outsiders think retirement long overdue but tax and policy debates loom in this era.
The old age pension list is under review with many suspected of drawing pensions they do not deserve, risking thousands of names being dropped temporarily. Legislature support may prevent lasting losses and resumption is expected soon. The president’s congress message criticizes budget balancers while urging economy. Rainfall in Ada last year was about 31 inches, below the normal 37. Tom Heflin’s Senate bid failed in Alabama, ending his political career. Roger Babson predicts a cautious year with gradual economic improvement.
In Ada two families celebrate a New Year’s baby tie in Pontotoc county. Beverly Sue Whitehead born between noon 1937 and midnight 1938 weighs eight pounds four ounces. John Stanley Davis born near Stonewall weighs eight pounds, time recorded 12:00 to 12:01 a.m. 1988. Both receive prizes from the Ada Evening News and theater passes. Randolph’s Dairy offers free milk for 30 days.
The Ada based Home Federal Savings and Loan Association reports a 4 percent annual dividend on invested funds for 1937 with 2 percent for the last six months. About $6500 in dividends will be paid in cash on Saturday January 1 to cash investors, while savings accounts will receive credits. The secretary John P McKinley notes the firm is in excellent condition with no real estate holdings, no foreclosures, and no distressed loans.
Dr H G Bennett president of Oklahoma A and M College and soil conservation chair announces 24 hearings in January to organize 10 soil conservation districts. Hearings target petitions from farmers, with referendums if district support appears, and a five member local board to implement conservation plans and loan programs.
John Freeman filed a damage suit against J. M. Kurn and trustees operating the Frisco railroad for injuries from a November accident near Francis. He alleges the dirt viaduct edge caused a wheel to burst and the car to plunge 20 feet to the railroad below, seeking 2999 dollars. Also notes state political brief about Rep. Tom Kight not seeking senate bid.
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