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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1950
Page
4
Ada Weeks News reports postal and publication details for the week, noting second class mail status and local notices. It mentions Parked Every thorsa at 61a Oeicheme Ty, public matters, and the Sweet Potato Possibilities feature. Community brief items and calendar notes are included.
A local discussion led by Guy Shipe and scientist Julian C. Miller explores profitable sweet potato farming in the region. Ideas include blight resistant varieties, dehydration for stock feed, curing and canning for table use, and integrating with cattle, dairy, and poultry programs to secure a market within the state.
Farmers stocking farm ponds with fish report good growth for about a year then catch rates drop. Experts doubt overstocking as sole cause, suggesting possible fertilizer deficiency or incorrect fish removal, and urge screening pond rays. Officials may send an expert to study returns and advise on improving pond feeding and management.
Fragmented text appears to discuss affies, hesitations, and potential trials or experiences. It mentions pubs, observers, and a few unclear actions. Names, places, and concrete events are unreadable, leaving only vague references to people in social settings and some activity around preparation or drive.
A critics’ view says an inquiry into lawmakers travel expenditures is largely mockery and would likely fail. It argues restraint should start with spending limits and robust records, noting many reps and senators travel on private funds while some are frugal and others waste public money. The piece contrasts lawmakers’ modest personal costs with bureaucratic waste and calls for efficiency over zeal in chasing small savings.
Safeway will move into a new store at the corner of 13th and Rennie featuring modern design elements. Oklahoma City Safeway executive W. A. Christensen said the building 73 by 140 feet will have year-round air conditioning, two entrances, enhanced refrigerated displays, a self-serve meat section, frozen foods, open dairy and seafood compartments, mirror-backed produce displays, adjustable center fixtures, and a new T-Style checkout to speed shopping. A larger stocking plan will allow greater variety and staples.
A Chili supper and basketball games at Christ Church Ade spurred the Pontotot County March of Dimes drive, raising about 147.08 plus 46.35 from a nearby fundraiser and roughly 40 from Ada High fundraising. Emmitt Johnson, campaign chair, notes yardsticks in stores and a statewide push while warning the drive is urgent due to depleted funds from last year. Contributions may be mailed to March of Dimes Box 1156 Ada.
Fragmented wires describe rising costs and tax hikes in China as shops shrink and imports fall. Observers note weak demand, a shift away from Russian barter schemes, and internal debates over Moscow's leverage as Beijing faces fiscal strains and industrial slowdowns.
A 1950 survey notes wool carpets growing in popularity for larger homes, with buyers seeking pattern and color to match modern rooms. Costs rise due to weaving methods and the shift toward textured faces, while manufacturers promote durable two tone effects and practical maintenance for winter use.
Dr B N Doctor of the University of Cincinnati describes a new coronary artery disease procedure using powdered asbestos painted onto the lung surface to bond lung to heart and create new blood channels. The technique, tested on three patients, aims to increase heart blood supply and mimic tissue growth.
A fragmentary report notes frieze weaves remain popular as yarns stay looped, shaping all over patterns in wool cloth carpets and tugs. It highlights home product trends with all over flowing leaves and flowers in color, from cozy conventional to 18th century reproductions, and mentions small home type furniture showing a strong market in Milan Miami.
Senator Robert S. Kerr of Oklahoma proposes a 500000 grant this session to establish a Great Plains forestry experiment station authorized in 1936. He targets Kansas for location to support shelterbelt wind erosion programs and advise farmers on tree care and planting. The station would operate under the Agriculture Department’s Forestry Service, with annual operation costs around 100000.
Osage tribal delegation led by principal chief John Oherry left Pawhuska for Washington to discuss affairs with Indian department officials and Congress members. The group aims to advance a settlement over mineral rights tied to construction of the Hu dam, with the reservoir to cover oil lands, mostly Osage property.
Long Beach California January 21 193? A New Hampshire Red hen raised by Ralph F Martin became a local marvel for laying enormous eggs nearly twice normal size. Biddy the hen reportedly laid a single egg measuring about 9 by 34 inches and weighing nearly three pounds before she died after tipping over and succumbing.
Police busted a shoplifting ring in Oklahoma City after coordinated forays by suspects aged 21 and involved two female accomplices. Details show arrests and ongoing investigation into the ring's operations and locations targeted.
Berlin reports slowed Soviet advances as traffic and rail disruptions hindered travel between German cities. A failed attempt to seize a railway building sparked brief tensions, but authorities and American forces gradually restored normal service. The delays come amid broader Soviet pressure and Allied caution in Berlin.
Oklahoma City reports two state officers plan to run again for second terms. The article notes the state purity office and attorney general are involved, with discuss ion of rotation rules and a potential raise to twelve thousand nine hundred eight dollars.
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