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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1950
Page
8
Report outlines U.S. troops moving into hut and inflated tent structures replacing Quonset huts near the front. Describes improvised heating, air pumps, and weather challenges as conditions shift, mentioning Army engineers and field logistics amid ongoing operations.
Announced by Antlers city officials the council is checking bids to overhaul a large portion of the water system. The meeting discussed funding options and timelines, with officials emphasizing local impact and reliability improvements for Ada City and surrounding areas.
A local obituary reports the death of Adan in Wichita after a tree trimming accident. The incident details are unclear but mention a funeral planned for Saturday with family and friends expected to attend. Local authorities and a band member are referenced in connection with the event.
A fire in Ardmore claims two lives and injures several as residents scramble for safety. Fire officials report heat and smoke hindered evacuation while a toppled structure hampered access to the blaze. Local responders battled the flames through the night, confirming the fatalities and securing the scene for investigation.
The excerpt lists crop issues and practices for farmers including corn and cotton problems, recommended soil amendments, and tree planting. It notes lime usage, nitrogen phosphorus and potassium needs, Bois d Arc trees, and suggested crops like sweet clover lespedeza and hairy vetch to improve soil, with guidance on per acre planting and future harvest expectations.
Teithro Fort Sith criticized by a patrolman and fined six dollars after a noisy episode at a parking meter. A courtroom confrontation with judge Sam Foxter followed, involving profane language and disputed intent amid a tense discussion about KATOMN. Alison Frier testified. the judge sentenced accordingly.
Acheson calls Soviet moves in Manchuria outer Mongolia and Inner Mongolia a deliberate expansion to dominate Asia. He warns the United States should not chase risky ventures while stressing that Russia aims to create a one world, Red empire.
J H Pryor voices support for a time extension on auto license renewals. The Oklahoma Tax Commission notes a potential delay-free window this year starting February 1, with penalties rising 10 cents daily up to three dollars by March 2 and increasing after March 3 for registered vehicles. The OTC cites last year’s weather emergency as a precedent but says only the legislature can grant extensions while in session.
Arthur Drake a 25 year old ex naval lieutenant interrupted a telephone call and joined a cafe hold up fight. Drake pulled a gun from his father's drive in and faced the intruder Harland Jake. Both fired. the intruder died and Drake was wounded but recovered. Debendier, the dead man, was identified as BA Franklin George Debendier. Marie Debendier claimed he was a writer seeking real life experiences.
Washington January 16 Chairman Edwin C Johnson said the senate commerce committee will act soon on a bill to curb liquor advertising. The measure would ban liquor and wine ads in interstate papers, magazines, radio and mail. Testimony from over 100 witnesses will take time to compile and briefs are due in 10 days.
Oklahoma City reports a 23.04 percent rise in highway traffic for the postwar year, with 19,788,014 vehicles counted across 23,049 counters. Weather and winds contributed to early year drops, while the state highway department noted a slight decline in April despite overall growth.
Ada residents learn former mayor Huddleston resigns effective Monday night passing Ada City leadership to Joe Hensley who becomes mayor. Hensley, Ada native and Hardin Printing Co. foreman, is WWII Navy veteran and long time council member guiding charter changes that shifted Ada to a council manager government.
Oklahoma City January 17 report says pastors joined a liquor raid led by two constables and others. An arrest was made at a Edmond area house. Rad Fauly faced liquor possession charges and was released on bond. Ministers from Baptist and Missionary churches participated, revealing a crackdown on bootlegging and gambling tied to a weekend poker game. Local sheriff Newt Burns commented on enforcement.
Parents urged to vaccinate their children this year or next with booster shots. Health officials report several local children near the county line have been admitted to the health department for immunizations.
An article explores new heavyweight upholstery plastics that resemble linen or cotton fabrics in texture. Discusses advantages like easy cleaning, stain removal, abrasion resistance, and similar care to fabric. Notes that the material adapts to room temperature and can imitate floral patterns, with early testing in furniture demonstrations.
Fragmentary copy reports a wedding amid Army service, naming Helen Lee Bowthit and Edith Hugging with unclear roles. It notes Elsie Iberia Sasskwa and Welter C. Maggio, plus Mina the bride attire details, and a reference to a graduate of Konsws with limited readable facts.
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