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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1949

Page

3

Exhibition of Unusual Architecture Drawings at Public Library

An exhibit of color drawings on buildings by Gott off, notable Oklahoma architect, featured works tracing his Tulsa practice with Rush Endacott and Rush and his Norman house design. The display, drawn from his diverse portfolio including churches and residences, has toured California Nevada Oklahoma and Tulsa venues and highlights vibrant color patterns. The exhibit underscores architectural studies across religious commercial and residential forms and invites students and public visitors.

Ax. Amisgal Bruce Geff School of Architecture University of Oklahome Gottoff Boston Avenue Methodist Rush, Endacott and Rush Tulsa Oklahoma WA California Ilinam Norman Edmond Chicago Calitornia U Mightear W Micheeumy Oklahoma City

Twin Girls Taken After Mother Dies

A newspaper report describes the birth of twin girls delivered by cesarean after the mother’s death. The babies weighed 5 pounds 4 ounces and 4 pounds 12 ounces, with doctors noting normal delivery was attempted between seizures. The surgeon cites the rare nature of multiple births and oxygen deprivation after the mother’s passing as factors in the outcome. Carlson HB Larson, a water company official, is mentioned in connection to the report.

Elgly Fan Carlson HB Larson

Democrats pick five lawyers for House Un-American Activities panel

Washington. Five lawyers were named to the Un American Activities committee by House Democrats under a policy restricting committee membership to experienced lawyers. The lineup includes Rep. John S. Wood of Georgia as chairman and Rep. Francis S. Walter of Pennsylvania, with John Me Fon of Wisconsin and Morgan Moer of Missouri acting as holdovers. Rankin of Mississippi and Razbert of New York were dropped under the new policy and another rule bars chairs of two major committees from serving on any other regular House committee.

Washington Jax Huse Capitol Hill John S. Wood Georgia Francis Walter Pennsylvania John Me Fon Wien Morgan 3Rome

Plane crash body found near Abilene Texas inquest underway

In Abilene Texas a crashed plane prompted the Civil Aeronautics Authority to report the discovery of a pilot's body. Sheriff officials and agency personnel identified the missing pilot and began routine procedures as investigations proceed.

Abilene Tex Civil Aeronautics Hery CAA Chayles Arend Shackelford Santer Rovian Mace Swift J. W. Man Jee DE Big Socials

Poultry Tour and Dairy Show At Ada Area Fair

Ada Kiwanis and Ada Chamber of Commerce sponsor a farm and youth event with a poultry tour at Pebrusky and a Fat Stock show. County 4-H rally awards plaques for high scoring entries. features rural and grade school divisions. Dairy show exhibits by feed dealers, 4-H project records required for awards from national firms. scholarships and production records emphasized. Events include livestock shows for girls and boys with entry fees and stall reservations, refunds available under specific rules.

Pebrusky Ipeet Prion Ada Kiwanis Chamber of Ganemare Ada Chamber of Commerce Progar Ali Anoval Kiwanis Club Prean Skov Ada Chamber of Commaren Faria Donne Ferord Eck Sore Focos Baty Production Bratt Focus Company of Chicago Ath Towers Ip International Har Weater Cxiroso ‘Corp Detroit Mick Soit Conservation Firestame Speang Rubber Company X Chis State Wey Oklahoma A- Brown Co Tert Brown Dumkin Tulsa Santa Fe Santa Fe Railroad System Maticaz Par Sears Roebuck Canary Pemnster Servili Brown Wey Werne Ra- Go Oklahoma City Delrz Oklahoma Better Institute Girl Peat Jore

Congress Cautions On Health Plan

Washington reports cautious wait and see as Congress discusses a national health program. President Truman's push for compulsory coverage faces opposition and a financing debate centered on payroll taxes and scope. A White House bill covering all security and health aspects is uncertain, with few specific measures yet outlined.

Washington Truman Aknouher Congress

Miss Kysar Heads Sulphur Sorosis

Sulphur Sorosis club elected Genevieve Kysar president at a meeting held in Mrs Ameen Hasse home. Officers named include Mrs J Steele vice president, Mrs Tarral Scots secretary treasurer, Wise Elizabeth McCleary corresponding secretary, Mrs Buet Green parliamentarian. Four new members joined, and the next meeting on February 24 will be at Mrs John Bassens home with Miss Kysar discussing lighting pictures. An added feature will be Christmas party movies.

Mise Genevieve Kysar Ameen Hasse J. #. Steele Tarral Scots Wise Elizabeth McCleary Buet Green Viejaw HU Peper FP. Vo Ammaidawn Koy E. Brown Josepbine Doncats Lata le~ Sear William Schwaxe John.Bassén Mise. Kysar Hietign Pictures Anesce Masger

State Crade OK Allowables Face Stash in February

The Daily Oklahoman reports a January 15 morning note on reduced crude production and a reconsideration of oil allotments for February. Walker T. Pouns, conservation director, ordered a recheck of oil ratios and production rates in major state fields as stocks rise and some facilities vent gases. The feature covers industry needs, the wartime demand, and a first comprehensive state survey since the war, with January production at roughly 452,000 barrels daily and a four week average near 445,950 barrels.

Oklahoma City Oklahoran Semday Walker T. Pouns Condusty Didicated Sania Garvin McClain Missin Peru

Night Class Offers Evening Study at Central College

A notice invites interested students to enroll in an evening study class at Central Biate College. Mrs Marta Uribe will teach in Room 5 of Aerainistra non Building if enough participants attend. The course runs into the second semester with tentative meeting once weekly, possibly increasing to twice weekly based on enrollment.

Marta Uribe Wright Stacy

Lease Excludes Uranium on Oklahoma Grazing Tracts

In FALSA Oklahoma on January 15 a lease listing stated that uranium cannot be leased even if other rights are granted. Two tracts on the End on the Gio Guinarice aes reservation near Pryor were offered for grazing and farming. Army district engineer Col. Je EH OChorgening said the land remains the property of Uncle Sam.

Falsa Okla Gio Guinarice Aes Uncle Sam Clawse Je EH Ochorgening

Premier Seers Back Sophousia Te Cag Alexander Thom

In Greer Premier Neshone Athens Creare January 15, Sophousia Te Cag and Alexander Thom near win as three new government figures form. The ailing Premier states he will serve only if allowed to head the government with expanded powers.

Athens Creare Sophousia Alexander Thom Saphoulis Lea Ely Pat - Diempedes Foxtif Omy Brook Powers

Nehru Doctrine Debate Stirs Southeast Asia Policy

Disjointed text suggests dialogue on a Southeast Asia strategy likening to Nehru’s approach. References to India, Pakistan, Indonesia, and regional powers surface discussions on UN action, sanctions, and potential shifts in balance as Dutch-Indonesian fighting sows regional tension.

Southeast Asia Mayshall Sruch Soetitru Indonesia Asia

Hunting ways to tighten the air over W h s gton

A fragmented Washington dispatch reports Speaker Hsgburn and Leader Martin weighing tighter controls on airwaves and government oversight. Pecker says Congress would likely support a restrained approach without overstepping, while debate centers on protecting homes and national defense.

Washington Hsgburn Martin Mass Martini Mer Pecker Congress Nationa

Dutch Stand Firm on Indonesian Territory Claim

The Netherlands holds firm against any withdrawal from disputed Indonesian territory. Dutch officials say no resolution will force retreat, maintaining possession amid ongoing international consultations with India TLRS China and others. A separate note mentions large New Zealand marine life rising briefly to heights and weights, as part of unrelated reports.

Sat Delestie Z.u Anetra India China

O. U. Lab School Supervisors Visit

Three supervisors from University of Otxsborne laboratory school visited Horace Mann lab school at Hast Central State College on Friday. The group included Ruth Fel, Mildred Chisolm, and Char Ins Culewell. The day featured tours and shop talks as Horace Mann hosts hosted education officials.

University of Oxtsborne , Laboratory School Horace Mann ‘Lab Hast Central State College Moa Ruth Fel Wey Mildred Chisolm Char Ins Culewell Keal Horace Mann Horsce Hann U. Jat Focal Groum

Bombay Presidency People And Places In City Details

A fragmented description lists figures in Bombay governance including governor Sir Mihiraj Singh and prime minister B. Kher. It notes Christians and Parsees among officials, mentions the Bombay high court chief Currim Chagka and mayor Dr. Mascarenas, and references the city’s coastal stretch with Mira Square and a population around 7,000,095.

Mihiraj ‘Singh Oval Kaarihale B. Kher Bombay High Court Hamet Bombay Masgcarenas India Mira

Wigs and Cost in Britain Health Plan Controversy

A London wig market surge pressures the government free health service as 100000 wearers seek wigs at about 946 each, totaling 4,000,000 in public funds. Each wig is cleaned and dressed every two months at roughly 400,980 yearly, prompting debate over dolling out government money and policy shifts.

London Britain Tre

Rodeo Stock Sourcing Sift Reaches Florida Ranches

A Florida search by the Rodeo Committee for stock continues after visits to Oklahoma and Mississippi ranches failed to yield the needed steers. Officials plan to move stock to the event by March, selecting suitable animals to meet rodeo size and timing.

Adz Oklahoma Mississtess Duey Mt ‘Florida

Odom Reaches Tucson Airport

Odom lands at Tucson airport while en route on a record Pacific crossing attempt in a Beechcraft. He planned to reach Wichita for inspection but weather diverted him to Tucson. The flyer considered continuing toward the Caribbean or Alaska for future legs of the voyage.

Tucson Ariz Yan Wichita New York

Accident Fatal To Mrs Holder In California Trip

Mrs Holder and her husband long residents of Ackerly Texas were visiting relatives in California when a motor accident proved fatal to Mrs Holder. The Shilings, long-time neighbors, are among those affected as the family includes four married daughters living in California. No further details provided.

D. W. Shiling Isu West California Holder Ackerly I Rings Tex Keemum Calit Holker

Contaminated meat reported by state board official

An Oklahoma board official charged that contaminated meat had been sold to a state institution. The report cited delivery of tainted beef and involved state food safety investigations and officials from the state board.

Oklahoma CYEY Boon Ux Borgen Chatman State Board Ene Coole

Rumor Godby Talked Idea Rumor Godby Talked Idea WAURIMA

Suspicion centers on ex convict Roy Frank Godby linked to the 18 March fatal shooting of attorney Earl Pruet in Oklahoma City. Police guard a southern reservoir town and pursue leads across Payne and Stillwater counties with state officers assisting. Grounded mentions include witnesses W W Woodworth and family, and former county attorney Gedby, amid a wide search.

Waurima Ohta Roy Frank Gedby Orie Earl Pruet Oklahoma City Bis Attorne Rice Muskosee Godhe W. W. Woodworth Ardmore Woodworth Gadlix QO. D. Kennedy Elbert Okinhtoa Godby Wee Wie Alamier Ares Jereca Orl City Dam Roy Frank Godby Soult Cushing Wunty Combie Payne Parne Emil G. Schroeder Agit Stillwater Thor

Walter Pannell Joins Aldridge Staff In Ardmore Hotel

Walter Pannell of Denison has replaced Bevan Jared as manager of the Andmore hotel in Ardmore. He has prior hotel experience of about two years and recently discharged from the army.

Walter Pannell Aldridge Aes Pannell Denison And Bevan Jared Andmore Ardmore Pannell Anny

Homer Home Demonstration Club Meeting Minutes

The Homer Home Demonstration Club met Thursday afternoon in the school aula. A business meeting set the county basketball tournament in Homer and planned room arrangements for the event. Members pledged to support the church fund and civic efforts. Refreshments were served to several members and guests including Mrs Marie Vingest and Mrs Edne Werner.

Homer Eink Demtena Mershees Walt Marie Vingest Edne Werner Cdrs Frank Elis J. L. Wumbesty Carlos Langum Mitch Bess Ts Ae Lee Mas Am T Zachzy P&ilipa Mos J

Charles Johnson in Armored Force Recruit

Fragmentary text notes Charles Johnson entering armored force training. Mentions haste training and prior entry, with unclear extra names and terms.

Charles Johnson Charles FP Ree Westene Emad Theermy, Hee Dik Hsmered Taney Bae

Garvin Welle Fluggedr Back Flows Strongly In Gas County

Apparent crude with over 115 barrels per hour registered as Carter Oil Co reports indicates strong flow at a site near Fremkenberg in Gas County. Total depth reached 2607 feet with initial keg back at 9.747 feet.

Tolsa Orla Carter OH Co I Fremkenberg Gas County

Life terms reduced in murder reversals lead to freedom

A court reversed first degree murder convictions affecting two defendants linked to a Colorado case. Both were freed after appeals, with the judge noting errors in the original trials while maintaining some related findings. The ruling overturns the prior life sentences and allows a path to potential release.

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