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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1948
Page
3
A powerful earthquake and ensuing fires devastate Fukui and neighboring areas near Tokyo. Casualty estimates range from several thousand to uncertain totals. major destruction hits city hall, prefectural offices, and telecommunications. U.S. relief units move toward Fukui as landslides and rail damage impede access. Tokyo and Osaka felt the quake with little damage.
David J. Wenner will lead Smithsonian River Basin surveys in Oklahoma starting June 26 in the Tenkiller Ferry area on the Deep Fork and Canadian river basins. The project includes cooperation from the National Park Service US Army Engineers and University of Oklahoma and University of Chicago experts to study prehistoric Indianc villages before seasonal flooding destroys remains across about 200 river miles.
Sam Brown Wilk was assigned to the Pontotoc city county health department as assistant in charge of venereal disease control. He completed high school in Detroit and attended college in California. He is seeking living quarters for himself, his wife, and their five year old daughter. Nearby, a separate note mentions a boy’s probation after stealing ice cream bricks in Yarmouth, England.
Pontatos County Agent reports completed yards adjoining the burm at the Tairdgrounds for barn concrete floors and two-inch material. plans include repairs, installations, and electrical work by James Manufacturing company. dairy contracts and registrations noted with 4-H club members Alfred Neely and Charles Blankenship. Grasshopper infestations across the county prompt farmers to use sawdust bait mixtures and spread 26 pounds per acre to curb damage, with results taking hours to appear and emphasis on timing and covered areas.
De Porter Ray, president of the County Chamber, announced a district tour meeting in Atoka Thursday at 8 pm. He cited two main aims from February including a trades day and a 2 Community Sales Barr for Atoka county and nearby areas, with discussions on rural milk routes and other rural citizen interests. Ray praised the committee members for swift progress and urged all interested in Atoka policy to attend.
East Central campus work continues with a concrete block line along Brenneris avenue boundary from the gymnasium area to Tenth Street replacing an old railing. A new drainage ditch and road completion work near Knight and Fenton halls proceed as a contractor advances. Oscar Parker confirms a contract to overhaul lavatories in the Administration building.
W G Long announces for a second term as county attorney in Garvin and Murray Counties. A former district judge, he highlights juvenile delinquency work, parole of at risk youths, and a philosophy of cautious prosecutions. He emphasizes duties as county attorney including advising county officers, defending county interests, and pursuing civil actions and taxes.
Mrs Rezekish Burton returned home from Magelie after treatment. Mrs Forte visits sister and husband in Ada. Brogden, Mrs Mark Smith and Wire visit Ada. Delas Borer of Asher and Henry Boren visit Ada Tuesday. F P Swen to Chicago hospital for observation after Oklahoma City exam. He heads the First National Bank Park. Falls and Tones at Tyrone work wheat harvest. Mrs Wacol Shannom visits Mrs E P Evans in Oklahoma City. Mrs A F Bigson, Mrs Aaron Frey and Mrs Walter Damrot attend business in Ada.
Severe weather battered northeast Oklahoma with hail and wind, causing roof damage to barns and homes and cutting power and telephone service in several communities. In Alva two inches of rain fell and a windstorm damaged multiple structures while storms also affected Hobart and surrounding areas injuring none reported. Temperatures meanwhile ranged from mild spring highs to the mid eighties as travelers noted heavy rain and storm activity.
Rex OQ Moctison, superintendent of schools, spoke to the Kisranis club about hobbies and the value of collecting, creating, and learning. He urged members to vote Tuesday on the thermal building levy funding essential school buildings. Dr. Charles F. Spencer, acting president of East Central State College, supported constitutional amendments on July 6 regarding legislative pay raises, regents for higher education, and a one mile special levy for separate schools.
Highway patrol and state highway department report multiple Oklahoma routes closed today due to high water and washouts. US 10 between Tulsa and Claremore. US 62 near Schuster. US 75 near Dewar. SH routes near Oologah Claremore Olmulgee Ada Wynnewood Wetumka McClain County and Roft. SH 16 near Miami and Renfrow. SH 28 near Codys Bluff. SH 36 west of Okmulgee. farm-to-market north of SH 9 east of Wetumka. SH 3 south of SH 39 in McClain County. SH 38 north of Claremore. An emergency hydro opened for the first time since last Tuesday’s flood. Public aid report notes lives lost.
Washington June 22 The White House announced President Truman vetoed a measure for the home rule of Francis Sett Arene. Press Secretary Ross said the bill failed to reach action within the allotted time, marking Truman’s first pocket veto as Congress adjourned. Altus Gila June 28 Blackeyed geese to be tried in the Hugert Altus irrigation project this summer for the first time. Farmers will plant about 508 area.
A lengthy syndicated piece argues Yugoslavia under Tito has diverged from Marx Lenin lines. It cites Cominform accusations of Titoist deviations, Tito's growing autocratic stance, and clashes with Moscow. The analysis notes past Yugoslav defiance, wartime leadership, and potential future shifts in Soviet leadership rivalry.
Mrs Lenois Snell of Broken Bow will graduate this summer with a 4 5 degree in education after study at Oklahoma University and Beer Central She has elementary and high school teaching experience and plans to teach in New Mexico following graduation Her hobbies include sewing and piano playing Her preferred composer is Bach.
Chicago police announce the capture of Jerry Malleck, a bandit tied to a gambling joint robbery and shootout with officers. A Lyons resident identified the getaway car, aiding a raid that surrounded the area and led to Malleck’s arrest as gunshots and rifles were found in his home. Police also raided the homes of three accomplices, with statements naming the other men. In a separate note from Anadarko, Oklahoma, three men were named champion tree planters reporting 2,000 trees planted each, totaling 14,375 trees countywide.
Mrs Maxine Dotson, an Egat Central alumna, will graduate in July with a home economics major and a Spanish minor. She taught sixth grade and home economics in Paoli last year. A Pan American student leader, she served as president of the organization in LM. Her current plans are indefinite.
Quincy mass June 2% (OP) A mile from shore a 12% pound tan dog was rescued after drifting at sea. Exhausted but responsive, the animal accepted hamburger from rescuers George and Kenneth McManug who reported hearing a faint bark. Cause of the dog’s long sea drift is unclear.
English student Joan Delighs has chosen Ohio Baptist University for two year study in the United States, a program not offered by English schools.
Yugoslav communists are accused of veering from Marxist policy and opposing Soviet Russia. A Cominform statement condemns Tito and alleges Yugoslav leaders defend nationalism and imperialism, with leaders like Premier Marshal Tito targeted in a broader Western critique. The meeting in Warsaw and Sinaia are noted as backdrops to the rift.
Johnny McIntyre tops the steer roping event at the second annual Coalgate Rodeo in a three day show. He roped three steers in 7.5 seconds to clinch first in steer roping with strong overall results. Managerial plans for next year were outlined as attendance pleased judges and officials.
The U.S. government's budget surplus climbs to a record £8.57 billion as of June 24, 1962, with six days left in the fiscal year. Officials say year end spending will be kept under control to keep the deficit below £600 million when accounts close.
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