East Central State College president pick praised locally
The Holdensville News lauds the preappointment of Dr. Charles F. Spencer as president of East Central State College at Ada. The piece praises his educational and public life record, argues his selection reflects merit over politics, and notes broad support across Oklahoma. It covers regional attitudes toward higher education leadership and calls for sensible, nonpartisan guidance in state institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de. C. F. Spencer
East Central
Holdensville
Charles F. Spenpoena
East Central State College
Adaix
Hhighes
Tighes County
Spenner
Atwood
Gierty
Rownd Prairie
Oklahoma
Amd
Spencer
Oklahoam
Alfred
Tao
Chelahoma
Polites
Board of Regents
Cotlages
Ada Wok Bawe
Spenger
The Paperboy Dilemma and Paying for the News
A mother writes defending newspaper boys who sell papers as independent merchants and earn only after customers pay. She urges readers to settle dues promptly, noting boys pay for papers upfront and must cover costs before earning profit. Delinquent payments cheat the boy and undermine his stable business, demanding respect for their efforts.
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Roanoke World News
Hird
Real Warning From Farm Editor On Socialism And Government
Ferdie Deering, a leading farm editor, warned the Chamber of Commerce that politicians may solve problems but will dissolve them. He argued socialism is rampant in Washington and urged the public to take charge to resist government control of work, production, and income. He stressed private ownership and called for defeating officials who yield to socialist minority pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdie Deering
Chamber of Commerce
Washington
Low Thouse
Measure of a man and a busy world banner
A reflective column cites Roscoe Diamond on measuring character by what it takes to get his goat. It notes Kansas anticommunist loyalty oaths for all state employees and legislators, then observes a world weary mood as spring loosens tensions. Oklahoma wheat prospects and looming national finances loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Ada Memorial Day Parade Brings Heat and Guard Honors
Crowds lining Main Street endured heat while waiting for the parade. Sgt. Psu Alford and Sgt. Gene Evans led the color guard from Company C, 180th Infantry, National Guard, followed by eight more guards at the speaking platform. Public health nurse Cassie Robertson recounted vehicle trouble and walking in heat during a routine checkup tour. Graduation notes highlight Mary Elizabeth Johnson and Vergil Debbs earning degrees from Oklahoma A and M College amid a large commencement ceremony.
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Beys Wim Bot
Raes
Main Street
Stockton
Psu Alford
Gene Evans
Company C
180Th Infantry
Pational Guard
Caler Guard
National Guard
Benny Floyd
Reaneth Bunch
Tory Duncan
Richard Bell
Dundie Alford
Davis Hlunsukex
Clarence Olivet
Paul Scott
Homor Guard
Mary Elizabeth .Oinson
Ada
Oklahoma A. and
M. College
Stillwater
Senaige Clinton PF. Anderson
New Mexico
Apeakeer
Eight year old helps police crack school shakedown racket
In Cleveland eight year old Donald Philbeck tells how two older boys demanded a nickel or beat him. He then aids the Juvenile Bureau and police in breaking up a rising protection racket tied to his school. The father contacted authorities after truancy concerns, and the case prompts Capt. Rothnead to note the pattern may reappear with schools reopening.
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Donald
Waricther
Juvenile Bureau
Ace Roth
Nead
Bureau
Cleveland
NEA
Donald Fhilbeick
St. Clair Schooi
Donsid
Polish health ministry targets 19 thousand nurses
Warsaw officials say Poland currently has 10,000 nurses and plans to train enough to reach more than 19,000. Vice minister Jarnc Szwcietski outlined the goal as needed to staff medical centers nationwide.
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Warsaw
Poland
Jarnc Szwcietski
Delayed Armed Aid to Europe Expected Next Year
House leaders indicated that the plan to arm Western European allies likely will be delayed to the next year. Rep McCormack said Congress will push other items first and may adjourn in August. The Senate schedule still includes action on the North Atlantic Treaty, while a separate arms package could be handled later.
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Br Douglas
Cornell
Washington
America
House
Ren. McCormack
D-Mass
Congress
Senate Cempocracs
North Atlantic Alliance
Senate
Charman Connally
D-Tex
McCormack
Simate
Hawaii
Alaska
Oklahoma House Digest Clears State Board of Public Affairs
A House committee report on the State Board of Public Affairs finds no law violations by the board or members, notes standard bidding practices and recommends a formal policy. It also states observers were heard, credits fair treatment to Claud Thomas’s Weston Newspaper Union, and urges exoneration of all board members.
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House
State Board of Affairs
Hoase
W. Russell Bergman
Moss Patterson
Joe McClellan
Board of Affairs
Comemitine
of Affairs
State Board of Public Affairs
Ithereof
Oklahoma
Claud Thomas
Weston Newspaper Union
iState Board of Public Affairs
Why Communists Never Smile In Public A Look At Ideology
The piece argues dyed in the wool communists are zealots with a single goal of world revolution centered in Moscow. It likens communism to a religion with atheistic doctrine, describes totalitarian control over life, and notes underground activity and secrecy among members in America while urging democratic youth education.
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Gromyko
New York
United Nations Assembly
America
Gromyka
Oixie
Moscow
Russia
Ps Tychien
Bren
Abe
United States
Keen
Soir
Mausalini
Hilles
Public Service and Integrity on State Board of Public Affairs
A 1920s commentary notes the State Board of Public Affairs members serving in public service. It praises their integrity and business ability while arguing they are exposed to potential public scandal with limited redress if wrongfully accused.
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State Board of Public Affairs
Norhemben
Skidgel Takes Over as Duncan Cementers Manager
Skidgel, new manager of the Duncan Cementers in Oklahoma, will assume duties tonight. Club owner Otto Uttammoune confirms the change. Seidel, a veteran with 11 years in pro ball, succeeds Eddie MarJeau as manager. Skidgel also handles catching duties.
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Duncan
Okds
Din Skidgel
Duncan Cementers
Otto
Summer Heat Sweeps Pontotoc County Monday
Sweltering heat hit Pontotoc County Monday after a stretch of showers and a rare thunderstorm. Temperatures rose to around 99 in some areas while others reported highs near 4, and a cooler night followed with a low around 30, signaling drying conditions ahead for the wheat harvest.
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Lake
Exon
Turner Falls
Pontotoc County
Odo? Breede
Waxtoa
Boise Guy and
Guymoes
Oklahoma
Summer Band Work For Beginners Up Will Be Available
Enrollment begins Wednesday at Ada High School band room for all levels from beginners to advanced. Programs include marching, majoring, twirling, and use of school instruments. Schedule flexible from 7 AM to 4 PM with one night rehearsal for the advanced group including local professionals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Kidwell
Ada High School
Studema Wok
Kidwell
Violent accidents toll over holiday weekend rises
A three day Memorial Day period reports 254 traffic deaths, 87 drownings, and multiple fire and air mishap fatalities. California leads states with 47 violent deaths, while Ohio ranks third. The holiday traffic jams involved about 39 million motorists nationwide.
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Natonal Safety’ Council
California
Wingis
Ohio
Okleharts
Bride Spotted With Chicken Pox at Private Wedding
Socialite Sylvie Bryce married BS Clifford Potterik at her parents ranch in Santa Barbara. She developed chicken pox the day of the ceremony and attended the private nuptials after the doctor allowed the wedding. Potterik’s family and the minister remained immune.
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SANTS _ BARBARA
Sylvie Bryce
Clifford Potterik
New York
Tucson
Kir
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