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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1950
Page
3
Ernest Jones of Ada dies while operating a mine near Quills Ore in Oregon. The body will be brought to Ada for burial. he grew up in Pemoto County and his father was a county official. He leaves two sisters May Dyer Martie of Sulwater and Mrs Therean Page of Hong Kong, and a brother Sof Pail.
Thompson chosen by the Democratic central committee to lead Pontotoc County for two years. Marie Bailey and G. C. Mynyhue Jr. will serve as chair and secretary. The meeting in the county courthouse drew broad precinct representation and featured Ada postorator Thomas P. Holt praising Truman and the party. Other speakers included Judge McKeown, Judge Driskill, Sen. Medlock, and Rep. Hult.
New York AP reports former Aide to FDR Alger Hiss is found guilty of perjury for denying he sold out his State Department post to prewar spies. Jury verdict brands him a traitor and questions his wartime links to Whitaker Chambers. Sentencing ranges up to 10 years and fines up to 4000 dollars.
Incoherent notes reference a court case with phrases about a dismissal and a guilty plea. Mentions of persons Gragg and Gria plus scattered terms hint at a legal proceeding and potential sentencing or arguments. The readable content is fragmentary and lacks clear dates or locations.
Ada city schools and East Central College resume enrolment after mid year. Seniors with 100 hours have largely completed preregistration, while others begin Monday with alphabetical grouping. Pre-enrolment tests and counseling precede actual enrolment on Tuesday June 7, with juniors sophomores and freshmen enrolling earlier. Registration fees for state residents are listed. class schedules for the second semester start Wednesday morning.
Daniel Ler Abbott was admitted Saturday afternoon after sustaining a gunshot wound to the left hand at Fots Vader Yew hospital. Officials stated no dealer was involved and Abbott acted accidentally while handling a weapon. The incident occurred as he was engaged in an unspecified activity at the refinery site nearby.
Washington reacts to Ancheson charge as Vishinsky blasts US policy toward China and Korea. Moscow signals warning that Soviet and Chinese interests align against Western powers, with officials stressing mutual respect for territorial integrity and cautioning against aggression.
AP dispatch from Pittsburgh reports a field general for John L. Lewis urging rebellious soft coal miners to "let your stomach decide" if they return to work Monday. About 90,000 strikers in southwestern Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia face a Sunday vote on ending the two week walkout to dig three days weekly without a contract.
Police report an explosion at a Rice University dorm with no injuries. Authorities described a crude device made from a pipe with pepper and wood components. Investigators questioned two suspects as they searched the scene for clues amid the damaged pine wall and scattered debris.
In Pittsburgh area, coal miners vote to end the strike and return to work by Monday. Leaders report mixed results with divisions among locals and unions, while some groups push for continued action into the following week. Local officials say a large meeting may decide the next steps.
AY members of the American Legion region and academy discuss recruitment and program plans at a meeting led by commander Tork Warrec ofuster Oklahoma, with Fourth district officials attending. The event covers future activities, wartime service recognition, and organizational strategies for wartime veterans support.
Washington report states President Truman calls for immediate congressional action to revive Korea aid legislation rejected by one vote. Secretary Acheson expresses concern over the House decision, warning a delay would harm U S foreign policy and Korea amid communist pressure. Korean Ambassador Sokn Myun Cheng thanks Truman and Acheson for their support. House committee had approved a foreign aid bill authorizing funds for Korea.
A square dance event appears planned for Saturday with details unclear. The notice mentions partners and a price for admission or materials and hints at a local organizer with unclear names.
The Pontotoc County 4-H Federation meeting is set for Wednesday January 2 at 1 15 PM at the Mint Baptist Church. Mary Abbott associate state 4-H club leader will assist. Delegates from every 4-H club in Pontotoc County will attend with officers and alternates. The meeting aims to elect federation officers for 1950 and discuss the 4-H club program. Plans to form a county 4-H Club Leaders organization are under way with leaders invited to attend.
4 H clubs met to discuss programs including dress materials and projects for the coming year. Haley, county agent, described eligibility for a trip to the National 4 H Congress in Waterloo. Pecan Grove Home Demonstration Club held its January meeting with a rug making demonstration by Mrs. Martha Mote HDA and attendees listed including several named members and visitors.
Cedar Gapyes hosts Cedar Grove HD club January meeting with Nora Velma Chandler presiding. Mya Marr Rogers served as hostess. devotional by Mrs Edith Phillipa. discussion on Practical Homemade Rugs. Mini Mote presented a braid making and crochet demo. Club purchased a new piano for the church and members prepared gifts and refreshments.
Divvy checks arrive Friday for two ex service men. Paul Aressig, son of Mrs. Car Nrmmdg, west of town, served in U.S. forces and Finams, now married to Hoff and living in Ade Halle Kally. Gene Wely and the late Mr. Kelly connected to the notice, with details about service and residence.
A fragmentary note reports an allegation that an individual named Fred took money from students, with unclear context and disturbed text surrounding office, Taber, and an unsigned statement. Further readable details are unavailable.
Miss Janita Floyd departs as assistant in the county Home Demonstration Club led by Martha Mote EDA. Miss Kathrine Summers, from McLoud and A&M College graduate, will assume the HDA role February 1. A meeting on Fabric Selection and Care is set for Monday January 40 at the HDA office.
A local 4-H club parade meeting is planned for Wednesday at the Babee Annex, with Miss Abbott hosting and discussing leadership roles. Abbott will meet with club leaders to set goals at the school nearby in the valley.
County agents announce a 1950 farm youth dairy improvement program for Pontotoc County. The contest, “The Power of Dairy,” covers feeding, milk records, breeding, health, and showmanship. Points allocate feeding 100, records 100, cattle 100, and showmanship 18 with placings. Top awards include top prizes from the Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce and a trip to the National Dairy Cattle Congress.
Police officers in Jefferson County investigate the shooting of a former police chief near Waurika. A shotgun blast wounded him Friday night and led to amputation of his hand. Witnesses tell conflicting stories as investigators seek the exact sequence of events and possible suspects.
Local theater notes report a peculiar scene described as a musical tableau with improvised lines and a crowd reaction. Performers included several named artists and an audience member who offered brief commentary amid the staging.
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