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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1952
Page
4
Observing shortages for cattle, farmers stress deep farm ponds and better water-holding capacity. The piece notes ponds should be twelve to twenty feet deep to preserve stock water during dry spells, warns evaporation, praises pond construction, and argues one pond per eighty acres helps keep water from streams and reduces flood risk.
Local Ada Oklahoma newspaper page lists subscription rates and mail options from 1901. Includes pricing for in and out of state editions and a small editorial and business contact section.
The author argues Washington worries over growing anti American sentiment in Russia. Propaganda targets Russians at home, possibly to distract from internal troubles or deter Western conflict. The piece compares Soviet tactics to pre Civil War American divisions and warns grimly that truth may not prevail under the iron curtain.
The piece analyzes the coinage skyhootin used by Eisenhower in Abilene Kansas and its inflation era meaning. It reviews campaign rhetoric and contrasts Eisenhower Taft and Truman style with Democratic unsettled field, calling for frank self spoken words and direct talk.
A Midyear snapshot shows Americans enjoying more consumer goods as living costs stay high. Food prices may ease slightly though weather and price supports affect crops. clothing and homes remain affordable with steady construction. Wages rise, but taxes and shorter weeks temper take home pay while savings remain near historic highs.
The essay reflects on the rise and decline of chautauqua circuits in small and large communities. It recalls contracts funded by local business leaders, the lure of big names like William Jennings Bryan, and the family appeal of the big tent. It argues the movement met a real need before fading away and expresses no wish for revival.
Chicago reports detail the timing of the Republican and Democratic nominating conventions. The GOP convenes July 7 and the Democrats July 21 with ballots to decide the presidential nominee by the third day. Delegates total 1206 for Republicans and 1230 for Democrats, with 604 and 616 votes needed respectively. Contests over 72 at large delegates from several states threaten a final ruling and possible appeals.
A woman teacher Miss Connie Jones and maid Miss Dorothy Morton lay down outside the main gates of an American heavy bomber base in Mildenhall England to protest Britain becoming an atom bomb base. US guards watched as 14 pacifists demonstrated. Augie Guglielmo, a National League umpire, noted for 27 months in the South Pacific, was mentioned.
Oliver Hott, 60, a former University of Oklahoma football lineman from the 1913 14 15 teams, was found shot to death in a Medford hotel room. County Attorney John Amick called it a personal safety case. Hott had been in poor health recently.
Caddies under 17 within 100 miles of Tulsa can compete Aug 5 in Mohawk course qualifying rounds for an expense paid trip to Columbus Colorado to join the National Caddie Golf Tournament. Two local caddies will be chosen in a 36 hole contest for a $5250 college scholarship prize.
Stratford Frankie S Burleson personnel man third class SN son of Mr and Mrs Frank S Burleson Route 1 is serving with Photographic Squadron 61 based at Miramar California The squadron is the only multi engine equipped photo squadron in the navy Men participate in an extensive training program to keep abreast of the latest in naval aviation
Taft backers hold a hairline edge over Eisenhower supporters on the credentials committee of the Republican national convention. An Associated Press survey shows 19 backing Taft, 17 backing Eisenhower, and two neutral among selected members.
London reports Western foreign ministers closed their talks without a firm four power offer on German elections. They differed on Russia accepting talks about free elections, hoping the gesture aids ratification of Paris pact and Bonn peace contracts in French and West German parliaments.
Communists renewed accusations that the Allies prolonged the Korean War by walking out of Panmunjom talks for a three day recess. North Korean Gen Nam Il said the Allied delegation rudely left the tent in defiance of world desire for an early armistice. Maj Gen William K Harrison Jr led his colleagues out after endless propaganda charges over Communist war prisoners. Prisoner exchange remained the main obstacle to an armistice.
Dallas photographer Eugene Norris, a blind newspaper vendor, battles concerns about his seeing eye dog Lady who weighs 15 pounds overweight at age 10. Norris notes well meaning people feed her cookies and candy, while a department store worker brings canned dog food and an executive provides dog candy that is non fattening.
A list of candidates for Democratic primaries in Pontotoc County for sheriff court clerk county clerk county commissioner district 2 county assessor and county attorney with names including J D Gaar Ray Goodwin James C Baze Abe Holloway Claud Bobbitt Dow Thompson Bob Austell Bill Peck Chas R Rushing Blaine Gilbreath W Barney Ward Coy Mowdy Uva Cummins and state offices Ray C Jones Gene Davis E W Ruff George Buster Harden George R Collins Bob Dumont L Jake Blevins.
Oklahoma crop statistician predicts 1952 wheat harvest could reach 105 million bushels, surpassing 1947’s 103.8 million. A June 1 USDA estimate put harvest at 90 million, with Lane forecasting about 110 million at best and 105 million as a safer figure due to possible heat damage.
Ardmore Oklahoma service station operator Gwyn Daniel, 22, will wed Carolyn Bigham, 20, of Charlotte North Carolina in August. Their long distance romance began after he read about her memory loss and recovery from meningitis in Life magazine and letters sparked a connection. The couple plans a late summer ceremony after exchanging gifts and enduring courtship across states.
Frank Gifford, newly added backfield man for the New York Giants, went the distance in both the Shrine and Senior Bowl games, showcasing endurance and readiness for the pro squad.
The city of Cincinnati ranks as the smallest among major league cities by population, highlighting its relative size within the league landscape.
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