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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1949

Page

5

Upheaval Against Communism Aims to Placate Democracies

A time column warns Moscow’s “peace offensive” is a Trojan horse to ease pressure on democracies. It notes Bolshevist calls for peace, calls for international cooperation, and U.S. rebuttals from President Truman and Dean Acheson. Reports of anti-communist actions in Seattle and global union splits accompany the analysis.

Moscow Hag Beer Palmiro Togliatti Marc Eel Cachin P. N. Pospelov Pravda Russia Soviet Union U. S.A Commoniam America Fryman Fatky United States Trumary Dean Acheson Rty New York Seattle University of Washington Washington Paria James Bo Carey CLO Jidney

Soviet led six nation mutual aid pact forms economic council

Moscow January 25 six eastern European states led by the Soviet Union organized an economic mutual assistance council as a response to the Marshall Plan. Bulgaria Hungary Poland Romania and Czechoslovakia joined, with Finland eligible for membership. the bloc aims to boost trade and provide technical help while inviting other European nations to join. The move signals a shift toward an open but Marshall Plan independent economic cooperation bloc.

Eddy Gilmore Moscow Russia United States Britain Soviet Union Bulgaria Hunty Boland Romania Rechoslovaka Organization For European Economic Cooperation London Trhieh Couriel Council of Econorie Mutual Assistance Europa Finland Apple Tan Growp Emiong Bhurtzelves Ain Ae

Jap Voters Split Between Extremes

Tokyo voters split between right and left as unofficial returns show Prime Minister Shigeru Yoshida's conservative Liberal Democratic Party winning a Diet majority with 263 of 465 seats. Communists gain 35 seats, Democrats 70, Social Democrats 49, Peoples Cooperative 22, independents, others. Voter turnout near 50 percent.

Russell Reines Tokyo Shigeru Yoshidai Anch Democratic Uberal Electon Diet Japan Stuerender Democrats Social Democrats Peoples Cooperative Id Other Paetidy Independents

State faces costly new buildings and tax rise threat

Officials argue $20.8 million in proposed state buildings would require heavy taxes. A modernization program for existing institutions is urged to reduce long term maintenance costs, improve facilities, and avoid a large new construction push amid high costs.

Tos Sibje Nor Lwe Lepisiatore Loder Reantol A Bryer

Allen H D Club Holds Meeting

The Allen H D Club met at the home of Mrs. GL Coda Sr on Wednesday. Martha Mote of HDA gave a demonstration on planning a home garden. Other attendees included Mrs. Elmer Martin and Mrs. neer Trivith. A business session followed by social hour and refreshments. Additional attendees were Mrs. Tack Hammonds, Mrs. Conan Doyle, Mrs. W W Gibson, Mrs. Callie Gibson and visitor Brey Phillips from Hamer MD mw.

Alue GL Coda Sr Martha Mote HDA Elmer Martin Neer Trivith Mirr Bes Redman Mics W. A. Bryad Tack Hammonds Es. Conan Doyle W. W. Gibson Callie Gibson Brey Phillips Hamer MD Mw

Roy Godbey Pleads Innocent to Murder in Oklahoma City

Roy Frank Godbey, charged with the murder of Oklahoma City Attorney Rap Pruet, pleaded innocent at arraignment after being extradited from El Paso, Texas. The case ties back to a 1932 Jefferson County prosecution of Pruet. Godbey previously served a 33 year armed robbery sentence. The 52 year old suspect had been captured by Texas Rangers and FBI officials and signed a confession claiming vengeance.

Oklahoma City Jam Roy Frank Godbey Rap ‘ ‘Pruet Godbey el Faso Texas James Justice of the Peace Howard Bayer Peuet Kingy el Paso Federal Bureau of Investigation Pruet Gorbey Jefferson County Oklawame City FBE

Wainwright Says Life After War Is Tougher Than War

Tulsa reports Lt. Gen. Johnathan M. Wainwright, famed for Bataan, laments retired life as nearly as hard as combat saying it’s “Bad is it’s even worse than the army.” He rails against endless routines while touring for the Tulsa Advertising Federation. In Washington, the Census Bureau notes cotton ginned to Jan 16 with 14,143,789 bales, up from 1948 and 1949 figures, detailing by state including Texas and Arkansas.

Tulsa Okla Johnathan NM. Wainwright Bataan Bfe Federation m Washington Dan Duresu Elah Jas Yoo Aris

Train Piles Up at Catoosa Station

A fast northbound freight train derailed at Catoosa Oklahoma on the mainline station when a draw bar struck a gasoline and four fuel cans. No injuries reported though workers in a bunk car were shaken. Over a hundred yards of wall nearby collapsed and traffic was disrupted. The depot narrowly escaped collapse.

Tulsa. Ohl Catogsi Okla Joe Crioosa

Morris chairs Indian Affairs subcommittee in House

Rep. Faby Morris of Oklahoma is named chairman of the Indian Affairs subcommittee of the House Public Lands committee. In other moves Rep. W. G Stigher was appointed to the Appropriations committee, expanding the panel's membership yesterday.

Toby Morris Cratrman Rsdian Afp Washington Rep Faby Morris Oklahoma House Public Lands Committee W. G Stigher Tg Aa

Public Health Unit Moves to New Downtown Location

J C Can says the health unit relocated on September 15 from the fairgrounds and North Broadway to downtown 206 East Thirteenth for easier service. Dental work expanded with a county funded program providing complete dental care and fluoride treatment to children selected by teachers. 36 in progress with weekly four visits. Tuberculosis cases noted in December with a county and state checkup planned. venereal disease declines cited as ongoing but unverified.

Moco Cing J. C. Can Tours Fairgrounds Broadway Forts East Thirteenth Camada Canada Ada Pcounty Yard Public Migrse Ok Aie Robertsom Wayser Pta Bill Hayes Roberteon Nunse Robertrom Robertson Oklahoma City Maternty Institute Universty Hospital Pontotoc

Essential Uses Involved Wording Involves Steel Allocation

Secretary of Commerce Sawyer urged Congress to extend through Sept 20 the voluntary education program directing steel to essential uses. He said a longer-term extension will be sought as part of broader economic stabilization measures and that a forthcoming bill may broaden controls over credit rents exports and material distribution. The current authority ends March 3 with limited wind-up arrangements, and 24 programs already direct about 589 740 tons of steel toward the armed forces atomic energy oil coal and other needs.

Washington Secretary of Commerce Sawyer Congress Senate Amy Geer Isrominent Sawoyer South Africa U.S Russia Commerce Department Truman

U N Assembly May Get Indonesia Case

In Lake Success action at the Asian conference, pro Indonesia spokesmen expect a UN General Assembly debate on the Dutch Indonesian dispute when it reconvenes. A four power resolution urged a ceasefire and freedom for interned Indonesian activists, with a plan to form a united Indonesia by July 1, 1980.

United Nations Gonlevel Assembly U. N Security Council Exi I Pri Lt-nation Council Fay Eagvere U.S China Norway Cue Itwo United States Indonesia New Delhi Trionesia

Sam Jewell Oil Man and Rancher Dies at Home

Sam Jewell a drilling contractor and rancher died Sunday morning at his home 505 East Thirteenth. Funeral conducted Monday at Criswell chapel at 2 p m. He was well known in regional oil circles and left a widow, two sisters Mrs Edna Cook Enid and Mrs Emma Wheeler Los Angeles, and two brothers G R Sewell Ada and Henry C Sewell Enid.

Sarm Jewell God East Thirtteenth Criswell Chapel Wr. Jewell Edna Cook Enid Emma Wheeler Los Angeles Calif G. R. Sewell Ada Henry C Sewell

Breathes for Dog and Saves Life

Jackson, a 28 year old packing plant employee, saved a dog named Bay after an automobile strike. He partnered with Dr Boots Pickett to stabilize the injured animal with a makeshift respirator, performing four hours of care until surgery succeeded. The dog, a mongrel mix, is a pet of a nine year old boy. Penicillin was administered during recovery.

Kansas City Jam Jackson Boots Pickett Bay Justin Mongrel Colleing Hhe Nime Jacksoan

Lively Speech Is Acquired Asset in Public Speaking

A column by SEICIA HART MEA discusses how to cultivate lively speech that attracts listeners. It stresses good subject matter and active listening, noting a teacher’s clarity and radio discourse influence. It cites an acquaintance who builds pictures in listeners' minds with vivid color and movement to engage attention.

Seicia Hart Weesan Seb Ake Roycell

Adan Takes Over At McCall Chapel

Nancy Rhodes of Ada will begin teaching at McCalls Chapel School Monday morning. Mrs. Pipkin, principal, has suffered health issues from her son's tragic death in a train auto collision at Duncan. The school, previously able to hire two teachers, will next year employ only one due to smaller attendance. Rhodes earned a degree from a Massachusetts university and has been doing post graduate work at East Central College this term. she also attends East Central. State owns Okmulgee School of Technical Training. The deed transfer to Citraher’s A and M College’s school of technical training in Okmulgee was received by Governor James E Berry from Baxter Taylor of the WAA. Several state officials including Roy J. Firm were unable to attend due to the snow.

Mra Nancy Rhodes Ada McCalls Rhodes U University Massarchusetts East Central College Mir. Rhodes East Central Amulgee Schoo Okmulger Oita Cictahers A College School of Technical Training

Dynamite Explosion Strikes Tulsa Beer Vault Doors

In Tulsa Oklahoma a dynamite blast ripped open two refrigerated beer vaults at Falstaff Distributing Co injuring no one. Co owners Gus G. Andrews and Kenneth M. Reid blamed labor trouble while noting expected damage under $400. No threats or warnings were reported.

Tulsa Otta Falstaff Distributing Gus G. Andrews Kenneth MM. Reid

Tax Goats Eyed by Federal State Local Governments

President Truman sought 430.7 million for unanticipated current year government costs. The request covers social security aid changes, veterans' benefits, mail service, and a new steam plant. parallels rise in state and local taxes as governments tap same sources.

Washington Truman Congress Megicane Federal IMB Philippines BCE T&a Stars Mew

Sometimes It Pays To Be Cross-Eyed

A Tampa speaker cites authenticated records showing cross-eyed people may have advantages in multitasking. A bus driver reportedly benefited after eye correction caused him to lose that ability, while a cross-eyed plant inspector used both directions at once. Dr Murroughs noted cross-eyed workers gain some edge but lack close-up focus.

Tampa Fiz Nusroughs Lirtim Ing New York de. Murroughs Ami Murraughs

Plan for New Housing Rent Control Laws

Washington plans emerge from leaders on housing and rent controls to speed action on new measures. Maybank names Sparkman to head hearings on a program including public housing and slum clearance. Spence aims to begin hearings soon as House and Senate committees push to extend rent controls before March 31.

Washington House Maybank D-Sc Senate Banking Committee Spencer D-Ky Senate Cemenittes Meadfine Bus Maybamk iSparkman D-Ala Spackizan Spence

Democracy Theme Will be Pushed by Commerce Council

ST JOSEPH MO Jan 25 An idea from Kansas City will be spread nationwide next June by the GS Funter chapter of commerce It is Democracy Beats Communism the theme for an independence week campaign Adopted by the five council at the closing session of a two day meeting President Paul Bag elt of East Lansing Mich said junior teachers will be asked to conduct singalong par pens curing the week of June 3 to 6 The council awarded the national convention to Chicago This year's convention will be held at Colorado Springs Cal a

ST. Joseph Kansas GS. Funter Chapter Commerce Demoocrace Fuice Chamber Paul Bagelt East Lansing Nich Chicago Colorado Springs Cala

Garrison Finish Origin Of Racing Expression Unearths Tale

A fragmentary note traces the saying garrison finish to a race where jockeys used the term after a late surge. The piece hints at a historical link with a prominent figure, though the text is incomplete and garbled.

Texas City 1400 Workers Walk Out At Chemical Plant

About 1400 members of the Maintenance and Operators union walked off their jobs at a Gulf coast chemical plant after rejecting a 2 cent wage offer and accepting a 27 cent-an-hour raise being contested. Officials say the strike affects operators and maintenance staff but not CPOs, guards, or some personnel, with overtime and production continuing in limited form.

Texas City Terss Jam Wracloneh Tone Ae Yeater Gulf Coast Maintenance Anit Operators Union APL Neipeaiaesens

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