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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1950
Page
2
Aviation experts warn that the jet age may be stalling and could dampen public interest in air travel. The article notes concerns about safety, infrastructure, and the pace of technological progress affecting future growth and user enthusiasm.
Linoleums created for modern home appear in a fragmented page note. It mentions Chester and Mr T, with references to Bey Pres and Brice Ai in a mistyped context. The readable text hints at a product issue or design note, but concrete facts are sparse.
Unsure OCR fragment mentions CER MEATS and related terms with unclear names. Readable portions hint at a local brief about a person or business matter but details are fragmentary and non-definitive. No clear identities, places, dates, or outcomes emerge from the legible text.
Afanatic report notes Senator Monroney plans to decide by January 15 whether to seek a United States Senate seat. The piece hints his January timetable may precede a February city or state shift, with commentary on political attention and potential party support.
Turbulent weather swept multiple states with blizzards and high winds. Dozens die as freezing temperatures, drifting snow, and downed power lines cripple roads and reports warn of continued danger. Roads are impassable in several counties, hindering rescue efforts while authorities urge caution and curtail orchard operations amid frigid conditions.
Vague OCR text outlines Oak Hills sub district electing new officers. Names and specifics are garbled but indicate routine governance actions and oversight by residents. No clear dates or full names available due to text quality.
Washington reports say the United States plans a bold Far East strategy to deter Chinese Communist expansion. Officials including Acheson push a blend of economic and political pressure to raise living standards and gain influence, while avoiding direct military entanglement. The approach centers on aid to Asiatic peoples and limiting Formosa risk.
A guide to reviving old lamp shades with painting raffia weaving and new paper covers. Instructions detail painting with oil colors gilding with gilt tape and applying varnish plus steps to recover frames and craft a new shade using a homemade paper cover.
A local poultry school detailed feeding and range shelter plans for about 40 attendees from Gatvia county, with Mr Pope assisting. The event covered feed mixtures, care, and management, while attendees signed a guest register including Lee Langier, Lester Smith, Ralph Taylor, and others. Local officials noted records on egg laying and feed tests, highlighting practical insights for poultry operations.
Fractured OCR notes a court hearing in Pawhuska over a dispute involving Hominy area law enforcement and local officials. Judge C B Heuren presides as parties seek a ruling on officer status and related postings amid a contested appointment and evolving accusations.
Ben F Freeny a noted cattleman aged 98 of Alex died Thursday at the home of his daughter Ed Yount in Oklahoma City. Funeral services for the pioneer cattleman were held Saturday at Freeny’s home in Adais. Known as Uncle Bev he was born February 23 1858 in Atoks county Indian Territory and moved to Alex in 1902 after driving cattle from Texas to Kansas.
Cpl Albert Durant, son of Mr and Mrs Charley Durant of Stonewall Route 1, arrived at Castle Air Force Base Merced California and was assigned to the 32nd Bombardment Squadron as a patient equipment technician. He graduated from MrlList High School before enlisting at Fort Worth Texas in August 1947 and served overseas with the Air Force. The article notes involvement in a misconduct inquiry and a preliminary trial.
U S officials report the seizure of the American consulate general in Peiping by Chinese communist police and four civilians. The State Department said the operation was quiet and without violence, with Americans unharmed and preparations for withdrawal ongoing. Washington recalls diplomats and dependents, while warning the 1600 Americans in China to consider leaving as tensions rise.
Pfc James Abbott, a 28 week trainee at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, is identified in this fragmentary report. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Abbott of Route 1, Ada, and a graduate of Latte school who attended Hast C State College.
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