Ada Weekly News header and publishing details
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Bilbo Unfitness for Senate Questioned in Editorial
The editorial argues that a public officer found to be discreditable should be removable despite public support. It labels Bilbo as a disturbing Mississippi figure unfit for the U.S. Senate, condemns racial appeals, and warns northern senators against political maneuvering to seat him. It emphasizes the Senate’s power to decide who represents the country and calls for moral grounds to bar Bilbo from taking a seat.
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Washington
Vigilance Needed to Curb Crime Wave in Community
The piece urges constant law enforcement and citizen support to deter burglaries and robberies. It calls for aggressive policing, unity with officials, and strong public cooperation to prevent criminals from operating locally. It also comments on France and President Truman era RFC director George RE Allen, noting skepticism about governance and potential value, while noting mixed weather this week.
Agricultural outlook and civic notes from Ada
Two schools of thought on farming shifts are discussed with emphasis on larger units, diversified crops and small acreage specialization. Community leader Arvard Hudson of Coalgate is praised for hospital committee work and fundraising. Industrial and aviation developments, tax policy, and Ada building activity are reviewed, highlighting a wool plant project, housing needs, and port improvements.
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Arvard Hudson
Coalgate
Arvard
Valley View Hospital
Ada
Royal exiles in Estoril draw little notice today
In Estoril Portugal four uncrowned monarchs and their families reside quietly among wealthy refugees. Umberto of Italy Bon Juan of Spain Comte de Paris of France and Don Duarte of Portugal mingle with locals at golf clubs and hotels while Don Juan and Don Duarte spark political talk. A Portuguese banker Esfirite Santo entertains ex-kings, the Comte de Paris and his large family at his summer palace, while Umberto keeps to museums and sightseeing.
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Italy
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Spain
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France
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Saltillo
Esfirite Santo
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Hiieras
Drive Is On In Congress To Shell Out For Veterans
In Washington, January 6, lawmakers push bills totaling billions for veterans. Aimed programs include a World War II bonus, terminal leave bond redemption, and expanded education and training benefits. Chief sponsor Edith Rogers, new chair of the veterans committee, seeks to lift training pay ceilings and broaden aid. Additional measures contemplate free cars for disabled veterans and improved hospital care and limbs supply.
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Douglas B. Cornell
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Edith ‘Nourse Rogers
R-Mass
House Veterans Committee
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Landis
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Sie Jeese
Everyday Costs Versus Politics as Spaniards Face Inflation
NEA dispatch from Lisbon reports Spaniards feel inflation and the black market outweigh international politics with Franco. Begging is banned, wages run $1.25 to $1.50 daily, and a three course meal costs $8 to $10. Unrationed goods lure with high prices, while luxury goods remain scarce to the average worker.
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Navy South Polar Searchers Vanish In Antarctic Flight
Nine aerial explorers vanish after a seaplane goes missing near the South Pole. Rescue plans falter as fuel, weather, and communication troubles hinder recovery. Pine Island and Brownson maneuver 850 and 300 miles away while Navy crews issue hopeful, guarded messages to the missing crew.
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Alton L. Blakesler
U.S
Navy
South Poluy
Washington
Mt. Olympus
Pine Island
Brownson
Gon
Problems Besetting Franco's Spain
An NEA staff correspondent reports the internal pressures facing Franco's regime as UN members consider withdrawing diplomats from Madrid in line with a UN resolution. The piece draws on a just completed tour of Spain to illustrate the domestic and international challenges facing the government.
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Spain
NEA
Pontotoc County Lawmakers Prep for Legislature Assembly
County officials from Pontotoc prepare to take seats in the Oklahoma Legislature as sessions begin next Tuesday at noon. Senator Virgil Medlock of Lawrence will join the senate, his first term. Omas P. Holt departs for a second term in the house. H. P. Sage, the county’s lone freshman, plans to leave Ada Monday or Tuesday. The opening week focuses on organization and committee setup ahead of Governor Roy J. Turner’s arrival the following week.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Virgil Medlock
Lawrence
Omas P. Holt
H. P. Sage
Ada
Roy J., Turner
Gets His New Home a Quonset Hut in Minneapolis
In Minneapolis on January 4, state VFW commander James Murphy moved his family of six into a newly provided Quonset hut after land displacement. The Murphys had stayed in hotel rooms and a rooming house while awaiting completion. Their eldest daughter lived with an aunt. The note mentions Soviet Russia receiving 200 anti aircraft guns under lend lease.
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Britain Shifts Coinage From Silver to Base Metal
Sen Edwin C. Johnson notes Britain’s move to mint base metal replacing silver coinage to cover 327,000,000 ounces owed to the United States. He argues the change reflects austerity, while warning it may erode public confidence in the currency’s integrity and historic stability.
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George
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