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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1950
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Oklahoma and federal action on dry law enforcement. Mentions a test by the Supreme Court, and references to a northern district, strict legal views, and challenges to voidance. Context unclear, with garbled phrasing and missing details about dates or parties.
Fragmented OCR recalls a violent event with references to a massacre egress and a casture, naming District Attorney Henn Rod and others. The text cites Mississippi connections, captured suspects, and mentions Wendell Whitt and Malcolm's son, with unclear dates or direct actions.
A man held in jail after an incident was hospitalized with injuries. Police report indicates the suspect sustained wounds during transfer or arrest. Further details await investigation and official statements.
A garbled OCR passage references research funds and a Wednesday event at 3 oclock. Mentions include names like Ada Mi ara and Obie d mies and a possible public or social gathering with dancing. Details are unclear but indicate an entertainment or community notice.
Haggard, 32, was arrested about 9 p m Monday in McKinney Texas on a murder charge tied to J H Jiangkat. Extradition proceedings were mentioned as Texas officers prepared to bring him to justice amid details of the alleged crime and arrest.
The Arbuck le Area Council outlines a strong year for Boy Scouts units and sponsoring churches. Arthur Newton Scout Executive notes membership, new troops, and continued development across 154 units, with efforts in Cub Packs and Explorer posts boosting district programs.
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Fragmentary OCR text references a state supreme court opinion with unreadable names and garbled phrases. Core items are indistinct, but hints include a court, case references, and procedural language. No clear parties, dates, or outcomes are identifiable from the legible portions.
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New York City mayor William O Deerer proposes legalizing betting on sports contests in the state capital scene. The plan sparks debate among lawmakers and citizens over morality, law, and revenue, with supporters urging regulated play and opponents warning of social harm.
Philadelphia report notes thousands of toys return to Europe for children in France Germany Belgium Yugoslavia with American aid organizers coordinating shipments through local groups. The effort aims to ease shortages and support relief as volunteers and agencies mobilize to distribute the gifts.
A garbled report notes changes in an x ray schedule with references to Friday events and various locations. It mentions a total, a date, and possible activities or readings, with fragments indicating a country context and a police or medical setting.
County tally reaches 3191 after three mobile chest x ray units closed Saturday night. The county aims for 16000 as the intrusive tuberculosis search continues. Despite bad weather the effort ran in three cities with 1076 people tested on Saturday including 738 in Lady, 228 in Stonewall, and 118 in Allen. Clerical staff for Tuesday include Mrs Watson, Mrs Holly, Corinne Evett and Billie Kidwell. Free survey targets residents 14 years and older.
British recognition strengthens the Peiping regime and boosts Chinese Communist expansion toward Manchuria and regional influence. The move signals possible further recognitions and pressure on neighboring Asian states to align with communism, as Bevin and British policy weigh responses to the Soviet-Mao-Dyarchy dynamics.
Water from caves and drains sang on a Monday morning as sleet ice lingered but softened under mild temperatures. Snow and ice thawed since Saturday night, improving driving conditions by Sunday evening with major streets clear, while forecasts from Associated Press predict continued warmth and rain for the next 24 hours.
Three ice victims stay in Jo al hospital with improving conditions after a sledding accident on Fourteenth Hill. Richard Wallach suffered leg injuries and multiple wounds. Betty O Neal Cast Central endured a brain concussion. Ray Nelwe had a fractured leg. Ice melt increases falls and accidents as the season ends.
Oklahoma City reports praise for the new traffic code as officials cite hoped improvements in safety. Chief Ralph Thampeon notes changes target deadly crashes, but records show tolls still rising slightly from last year by year end.
The Wabash River pressure from a strained levee system risks flooding thousands of Indiana acres. The Niblack levee near Vincennes could fail, threatening 16 000 acres of lowlands and evacuations. Upstream at Grayeville, residents fled as a washout risk loomed, potentially 45 000 acres of farmland flooded. Also noted are California fruit growers facing cold snap easing and broad regional weather with lingering thaw in the East.
Fragmentary Konawa page hints at local events and names including Kasama and Seiden, with references to meetings, parental matters, and a Watts Fuser Coupe. Text is garbled but suggests community updates and upcoming activities.
An early report describes the Ada Men case of a slaying with residents noting a conflict at a tavern. A relative declined to say if a representative was handling the case while Haggard was identified by locals who witnessed the trouble.
The 850000 bond program funds Lake Murray state park facilities including Saw Lodge and four cabins. The lodge houses 36 guest rooms and a restaurant with lake views, while ten new cabins offer 2 to 4 bedrooms, no cooking facilities, and minimal furnishings.
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