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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1951

Page

8

Congress Passes Emergency Money Bill for July

Washington June 30 Congress quickly passed and sent to President Truman an emergency funding bill to keep the federal government operating in July. The House approved 256 to 12 and the Senate moved it by voice vote. The measure, modified by a conference committee, restores most funds requested by Truman and Eisenhower, amid political maneuvering and a National Press Club picnic backdrop.

Washington Congress Truman Senate-House Conference Committee Senate Conference Committee House Potomac Williamsburg National Press Club Maryland Capitol Rep. Cannon D-Mo Gen. Eisenhower Cannon

Head of OSD Under Fire af Convention Head of OSD Under Fire af Convention

Charges that Roy Hall of the Oklahoma School for the DeafSulphur lacks training to head the state school were aired at the Oklahoma Association of Deaf convention in Tulsa. About 20 attended the 13th annual meeting, which closes tomorrow, amid opposition to Sulphur policies and accusations he favors his private cattle business over his duties. The group urged a complete survey of the school to determine needed changes for educating deaf children. Guy Calame was reelected president, Stanley McElhaney vice president, Lloyd Bridges secretary, and Woodrow Eltis treasurer. The 1953 meeting will be in Norman.

Tulsa Okla Roy Hall Oklahoma School For Oklahoma Association of Deaf Oklahoma Guy A. Calame Stanley McElhaney Lloyd Bridges Oklahoma City Woodrow Eltis Norrean

Staller Opens Insurance Office in Ada

Howard N. Staller, formerly a U S Marine recruiter and Prudential Life agent, opens an Ada office at 413 West Fifteenth after wartime service and three years with Prudential in Oklahoma City. He and his wife two children plan to remain Ada residents.

Howard N. Staller Oklahoma Prudential Insurance Co. of America Ada U. S. Marine West Fifteenth Prudential Marine Airs Group 21 Cherry Point Guam Prudentials Oklahoma City Marine Corps Staller

Donovan Reappointed to Oklahoma Industrial Commission

Gov. Johnston Murray reappointed Gerald K. Donovan of Tulsa to the state Industrial Commission as the sole holdover from the Roy Turner administration. Murray had previously named Claude Hender, Forrest McIntire, Marx Childers, and Paul H. Long to the five-man body. Anadarko reest multile-arch dam in the world is Coolidge Dam in Arizona.

From Brady to Modern Combat Photography in Korea

World War Five chronicles the evolution from Civil War photographer Matthew Brady to current U S Army combat photographers in Korea. The piece contrasts Brady’s wet plate method with today’s faster films and cameras, noting today’s labor and gear simplify image making while preserving historic progress.

Matthew Brady Sima Corps Korea Tower

Tomato Garden Care Warns Against Overfeeding and Overwatering

An Ohio State University horticulturist cautions home gardeners not to overdo tomato care. Excess fertilizer, manure, hormones, and even overwatering can harm plants, while adequate rain minimizes watering needs. A thorough soak every 3 to 4 inches of soil, then a week between watering, is advised.

Ohio State University W. E. Keirns Keirns

White House halts heat rule affecting government workers

The White House orders a halt to sending workers home due to heat and humidity thresholds. The policy allows affected individuals to leave early with vacation time deducted. A New York man finds pears in an oyster, a curio noted in the report.

Washington White House New York

Western fires push across states amid drought and heat

Drought and record heat fuel wildfires across the West. Gila fire in New Mexico expands to 1,000 acres as crews retreat from line SRn border towns Alpine and Luna. Willamette and Vancouver Island blazes threaten forests, while Washington reports water shortages and officials call the situation a powder keg.```

Kew Mexico Kate Friday Apa He ‘ Euagie Alpine Aziz Luna Contre Exon Wes Willamette National Forest Eagent Oregon British Columbia Vancouver Island Washington State Forest Service

Big Meeting for Sulphur Rotarians

Approximate 250 Rotarians and guests gathered in Sulphur for the local club’s officer installation and a notable program. John Townsley prepared barbecue chicken, with welcoming by Charles Barnett and remarks by Judge John Powell and other dignitaries. New officers installed include John W. Williams, Ray Goodwin, Dr. Dick Foye, and Charles Barnett, while retiring officers are listed.

New Vendome John Townsley Charles Barnett Hich Raymon Leager America Elmer Gray Calgacy Baptist Pantor Benay Goodwin John Powell Criminal Court of Appeals J. Fields Burra Blackwell Harry Houston Norman J. Y. Wheeler Oklahoma City Dr. Ricks Fields Ah Ghariee Keys Oklahoma A M. S' Dents Hathron Chickatha 2 Lovary Williams Femal Club John W. Williams Ray Goodwin Dick Foye Charles Barn Johnee Williams J.jetford Elmer Carr George Duke Dick Morwood Wilkes Mountford Tom Steen

Tanger Freighter Collision Near Seattle

A freighter collision near Seattle involved Greek and other vessels. No fatalities or major injuries reported as crews assess damage and determine next steps. Investigators and harbor authorities are on scene to inspect the vessels and secure the area.

Truman Hits Back At GOP Critics

In New York Truman, addressing a June meeting sponsored by New York Democrats, blasted Republican critics as confusers and dividers endangering national security. He urged bipartisan unity to sustain peace and warned inflation must be curbed with controls for at least two years.

Truman New York Juneau Paul £. Fitzpatrick Porgie Congress Fitzpatrick CID Louis Hollander Douglas MacArthur United States Army Hollander William Boyle, Jr Biltmore Trunan Arte

Latta News: Local Visitors and Society Plans Shared

Latta residents report frequent visits from relatives across California Minnesota and Oklahoma. CHC Missionary Society meets early in the week to plan lunch at the Allen sale and hear a report from Mrs. LaFollette on the General Assembly. Rev F E LaFollette teaches at Choctaw camp near Rock Creek church.

Clarence Long Clarence, Jr Phoenix Ariz Belle Wilburn E. Z Grace Delores Tulss Calvin Grace Kay Cooper Monroe Bettis Nina Kay Paul Jess Bettis Latta CHC Missionary Society Servin Allen Sale F. H. LaFollete General Assembly M. L. Stegall Raymond Simith Billie Ray Richmond Calif Bob Hellinger Sandra Dud J+_ Lee Jan Jodie Lana Mir T. H. George Ada Tommie Harrah

Amputation rehab team lifts spirits in veterans wards

NEA service recalls Bob Smith at Walter Reed and two American Legion volunteers Herman Pheffer and Lonnie Carberry who tour hospitals to show amputees their can-do lives. They demonstrate artificial limbs, recount wartime losses in World War II and Korea, and urge wounded men to stay hopeful. The pair share stories of farming, driving, and daily tasks to ease the low days and inspire resilience.

NEA Washington Seb Smith Walter Reed Hospital Smith Bob Smith Bob Herman Pheffer Lonnie Carberry American Legion Pheffer Carberey Italy Carberry France Korea Waco Tex Brooklyn N. Y

Creamery Butter Output Boosted in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma dairy officials report butter production rose to 32,859,000 pounds in 1980 from 30,241,000 in 1949. Peak output occurred in 1842 at 18,463,000 pounds. Ice cream, cottage cheese curd and cheddar production fell year over year while revenue rose 3.368.000 pounds.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma

Frisco Agent Reports Rail Engine Derailment No Injuries

Beckerdite of Frisco said the engine and six cars left the rails last night near Altus. No injuries were reported. The incident prompted crews to secure the scene and begin initial inspections. Authorities did not release a cause.

Altus Beckerdite Frisco

Flood Scenes in Kansas on Move

Floods shifted across Kansas as heavy rains sent rivers over flood stages. Cottonwood and upper Neosho rose above danger, affecting Marion Florence and Strong City areas. Walnut River flooded Winfield fairgrounds and disrupted lines northwest of Winfield. Verdigris flooded Independence farm lowlands. Marmaton hit Fort Scott area with 1 foot depths. Buck Run forced some evacuations in the city core.

Topeka Kas Kansas Neosho Marion Florence Strong Girl Winfield Wichita- Oklahoma City Verdegris Independence Fort Scott Buck Run

Stratford News notices and births mix of visits and health notice

Stratford residents share visits from Bridgeport and Oklahoma families. A birth announced for Richard Harlon Clark at Valley View Hospital on June 26. A Shawnee hospital patient, Clyde Hamilton, remains seriously ill. County health officials urge all parents of entering first graders to attend free examinations on Wednesday July 11, with cards mailed to eligible families and contact Bonita Ballard for missing cards.

Haron Pate) Clark Richard Harlon Valley View Hospital Clarks Paggy Willowby Hart Bonita Ballard Glass Drug Store

Dashes for Shelter Through Signal Window In Atlanta

A man was dragged by a street dash through a window in Atlanta. He was treated at Grady Hospital for cuts and bruises after the incident. The article notes the shelter effort connected to the event.

SIG Atlanta Clements Grady Ital

Fragments Describe Heat From Space Rays and Bacteria

Incoherent OCR fragment discusses space rays converting to heat and bacteria in the air. Mentions numbers and terms like heat, rays, space, and energy, but lacks clear entities or events.

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