Van Fleet Says Reds Faces Tougher Job In Korea
Lt Gen James A Van Fleet says North Korean and Chinese forces would need a sizable buildup to threaten current Eighth Army positions in Korea. He notes Reds may have large troop numbers up north but U N can win militarily. He details topography around Kumhwa Chorywon and potential enemy routes through wooded hills west of Chujwon.
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U.S
Eighth Army
Kore
James A. van Fleet
Korea
van Fleet
Won Coni
Kum Hwang Tiene
South Korea
United Nations
Chotwon
Kumhwa
Jinjin River
Chorywon
Huge Chattel Mortgage Records in Pontotac County
A large chattel mortgage for 4.95 million dollars was filed in Pontotac County by Southwestern States Telephone Co to City National Bank and Trust Co of Chicago. The firm, unrelated to Southwestern Bell, operates Allen exchange and nearby lines, extending beyond local county property.
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Pontotac County
Southwestern States Telephone Co
City National Bank and Trust Company of Chicago
Southwestern States
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Allen
Seventeen Enid Grocers Charged In District Court
Seventeen Enid grocers and one drug store were charged in district court suits yesterday for violating Oklahoma's unfair sales act. The Oklahoma Grocers Association filed amended petitions renewing cases from a year ago and added Evans Cut Rate Drug Store. Leasing was set for June 25. The act bars advertising merchandise for sale below cost plus six percent. Similar cases were filed last Saturday in Oklahoma against six Honest John grocery stores in Oklahoma City.
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Enid. Oklahone
Enidgencers
Arag
Oklahoma
Oxlahoma Fetal Grocers Association
Evans Cut Rate
Honest John
Oklahoma City
Desert Memorial Ceremony Honors Fallen French, New Zealand Leaders
Three officers and 15 men from the British First Infantry Division returned 3,000 miles from the Seraha Des to Murzuk Fezzan. They traveled in jeeps with recovery vehicles and two three ton trucks and visited the French Foreign Legion. A general ceremony honored French Colonel Ornana and New Zealand Sergeant Hewson, killed in a raid on Murzuk in January 1841, marking the first operation of the Free French from Lake Chad.
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Tropoli
First Infantry Division
Seraha Des
French Foreign Legion
Fezzan
Murzuk
Ornana
New Zealand
Hewson
Laxe Chad
Ada Uncle Proud Of Lieut Wells Flag Raising at Camp Monte Strong
Ada Newe reports 2nd Lt. Scott Wells from Atoka leads flag unfurling at Camp Monte Strong near Hokkaido Japan where part of the 45th Division is stationed. Clinton Brown, Wells’ uncle, notes Wells’ World War II service from North Africa to Berlin and recalls Lt Wells’ family connections in Ada and Atoka.
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Ada Newe
Camp
Monte Strong
45Th
Hokkaido
Japan
Scott Wells
Atoka
43D Military Police Co
Clinton Brown
Wells
Ada
Germany
North Africa
Berlin
Tf. McElroy
Halder
Patton
Rome
Maly
Lt. Wells
Sydell Wells
More Breaks for Consumers Hint at Price War
New York reports a continuing price cutting spree as stores offer bargains to draw shoppers back after months of sluggish trade. Carpet makers slash fall lines, rayon blends rise, and raw wool costs ease, signaling broader discounts while inventories rise and retailers pause large purchases.
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New York
New Markers For Cemetery Konawa City Council Action
Konawa city council approves flat markers for the cemetery new sector permitting plantings only at grave heads and requires markers to sit flush with ground. Also notes Palomar telescope near San Diego can observe a cradle light from 40,006 miles away.
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Ekonawa
Konawa
Etaid
Mt. Palomar
San Diego
Calif
Ada Public Library Story Hour Entertains Young Readers
In the second week of Ada Public Library Tuesday Morning Story Hour, children ages 4 to 9 enjoyed Biblical stories and films, slides, and records from Barnum and Bailey. The program featured The Good Samaritan and The Adventures of Pete and His Dog among others, with next week promising pantomimes and Joseph sold into Egypt. Mr. McAnally will photograph children for colored slides.
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Ada Public Library
Pete
Rabbit
Turtle
Barnum and Bailey Circus
Activ
Linda Jane Graves
Joseph
Egypt
Mr. McAnally
McAnally Studio
Gillaspy Murder Trial Is Ready
ARDMORE Oklahoma June 13 Jim Gillaspy 53 of County Line faces murder charges in district court with County Attorney Gene Ritter seeking the death penalty He allegedly shot Rex Stone 37 a tool usher from Oklahoma City after an argument over Gillaspy s daughter Audrey Barnett now in state prison for manslaughter will be brought to trial Stone s death occurred November 19 1950 in County Line
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Ardmore
Okla
Jim Gillaspy
County Line
Op District Court
Tometrom
Gene Ritter
Gillaspy
Rex Stone
Oklahoma City
Audrey Barnett
Duncan
State Penitentiary
Hitter
Icing Cited as Cause of Jet Crash over Indiana
The air force ruled out sabotage and said icing of engine inlet screens caused the crash of eight F84 Thunderjets during a training flight from Austin to Selfridge Field. Three pilots died in the incident near Wright-Patterson, Dayton, as 71 planes were being inspected for possible icing effects. Initial findings point to atmospheric conditions producing icing.
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Washington
Air Force
Indiana
FBI
Austin
Tex
Selfridge Field
Mich
Wright-Patterson Field
Dayton
Onin
Bradley reports talks with Allies on European aid reach
General Omar Bradley told President Truman about discussions with American and British officials on aid reaching military fences in Europe. The Joint Chiefs chairman returned from a 10 day visit and spent 35 minutes with the president at the White House.
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Washington
Omar Bradley
Truman
Euers
Tie
Ascrcey
White House
British Captain's Wife Visits Front in Korea
TOKYO June 13 17 A British captain's wife spent four days near the fighting front in Korea to see her husband Lieutenant Matthew Lasseter 29 of the Northumberland Fusiliers. Both she and her mother traveled from Roque-Brune southern France to Tokyo then to the front and back. She says she and her husband walked with friends and shared a brief glimpse of life near combat. The trip required a long, uncertain journey and involved a passerby plan to reach the front and return home.
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Tokyo
Mathew Lasseter
Northumberland Fishliers
Lemuier
Roque Brune
France
Korea
Kney
Old Recipes Revived by Elita M. Barbright
A feature on revived home baking reveals quick old time recipes like Marguerites and Chocolate Thinsies, sharing methods, ingredients, and tips. The piece cites practical steps, batter mixes, and baking times, plus a brief note on a duck nesting incident at a Philadelphia outdoor cage.
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Elita M
Latta News Praises Local Moves and Meetings
A long list of asides and town updates covers residents moving nearby, visiting relatives in Connerville and San Angelo, and attending church and social events. Notable items include the Cumberland Presbyterian General Assembly attendance, a missionary auxiliary meeting led by Mrs. Lee Andrews, birthday celebrations for Joyce Kay, and multiple family visits across Ada and surrounding towns. Local residents also report hospital recoveries and travel to Shreveport, Gainesville, and other regions, with minor notes on business trips and scenic outings. The era's social fabric appears through extended family ties, church life, and neighborhood greetings.
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Robert Kerrs
Latte
Arthurer
Connerville
Roy Walker
Mery Loy Stayton
Laura Beth Scott
San Angelo
Tex
Old Mexico
FH LsPoltetle
Betty
Billie
Longview
Cumberlandetian General Assembly
Stegall
Ferry
Rock Creek
the Creek
Cumberland Hyterian Church
Lee Andrews
Joe Lovelace
Jed
Goodpasture
Lesan
Oletle
Herbert Cooper
Bod Malvern
Mo L Stegall
Troy LaFevers
Wenley Brentley
J. M. Goodparture
William Nelson
Calvin Grace
B.co
Betty Maxey
Jerry Stegall
Donny Lovelace
Lee Gorge
Eadie Blake
Buster Brown
Hereford
Hereford Ranch
J. A. Jones
Coalgate
Paul Faulkenberry
Las Crotes
M. M
Leo Rob- Ats
J C_Pruitt
Charles Maxey
Jack Crabtree
Davenport
A P. Freeman
Waryard Circle
Ade
Calvin Trace
Ida Neely
Charles
Tulsa
Orville Maxey
Henry Lawton
Roif
Frankie Wells
Lei
Leon Cecil
Camp Polk
Ada
John Lovelace
Bethel College
McKenzie. Tenn
J. G. Lovelace
Norleen
Eddie and
Stanton
Charles Snyder
Oklahoma City
Theo Glover
Ted
Lake Texoma
J. Lovelace
Mae Baker
H. A. Stevensons
Arkansas
Louisiana
Missouri
Kentucky
Tennessee
Alva Fisk
Washingt
D.C
J. B. Hooten
Ray Cooley
Dallas
Hubert Christian
Kerawa
J. B. Hoeoten
Aee
Casual Dishes and Glasses for Outdoor Entertaining
Outdoor entertaining calls for sturdy dishes and glassware. Choose oven safe china or strong plastics for barbecues and picnics to avoid chipping. Opt for pressed glass, durable metal pitchers, and large pressed cotton napkins. Consider plastic tablecloths without odor and fire‑resistant options near grills.
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Orm. Ae
West Berlin Told To Ignore Latest Russ Regulations
Western Allied officials condemned a new Soviet regulation forcing West Berlin shipper permits to show raw material origins. They urged Berlin to ignore the rule, arguing it would hamper West Berlin industry and access to markets, potentially mirroring wartime pressure and affecting recovery funds.
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West Berlin
Berlin
United States
Useian Control Commission
Neat Berin
Vomue
Weat
Untitled fragment hints at a fatal chimney incident
A fragmentary OCR note describes a young boy tied to a chimney in a house fire setup. An electric train or device is mentioned as possibly causing the blaze. The text is incomplete and garbled, offering few verifiable names, places, or dates.
Konawa Lions Name School Man
Konawa public school superintendent J A Davis was elected head of the Konawa Lions for the coming year at a Friday night election. Officers named include Ben Frank first vice president C Raper second vice president Burwell M Bates treasurer Glen D Brewer tail twister George W Ennis fontamer W Tucker Jr song leader. Board of directors for the year starting July 1 were Jack Streetman Earl Taylor Milton Courtney F P Swan and Ralph Surber.
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Konawa
J. A
Jack” Davis
Konawa Lions Club
Davis
Ben Frank
C. Raper
Burwell M. Bates
Glen D. Brewer
George W. Ennis
W. Tucker, Jr
Jack Streetman
Earl Taylor
Milton Courtney
F. P. Swan
Ralph Surber
Moscow Voice Boosts Reach Into Midwest
Washington reports Radio Moscow has intensified English language broadcasts into the Midwest. FCC officials say no American station is rebroadcasting Moscow. they note an exceptionally strong signal last week across the middle west with peak reception in Grand Island Nebraska. Officials suggest higher power or Moscow switching to summer frequencies at the start of June.
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Washington
Radio Moscow
United States
Russia
Moines
Iowa
U. S
Federal Communications Commission
FCC
Moscow
Middle West
Grand Island
Nebr
Nazi Swastika Causes Teen Jail Term In Maryland
Mount Savage Maryland June 12 A stubborn 17 year old ninth grader was jailed for a day after insisting on wearing a Nazi swastika in class. Orville Kefauver, principal of Mount Savage Junior High, reported the incident involving George Swauger from Frostburg. The pupil refused to remove the emblem despite teacher and administrator demands, leading to court action on appeal and a brief jail sentence.
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Mount Savage
Aga Tes A. Swauper
Frostturg
Orville Kefauver
George Swauger
Kefauver
Swrauger
Sorins Halt Construction Delays Lincolnwood Home
Chicago June 13. Completion of a ranchype home in suburban Lincolnwood is held up by four sods causing a week’s delay. The builder and owner decided to delay painting until young robins have left the nest.
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Chicago
Lincolnwood
Ada City Street Department’s Busy Year Under Way
A city report outlines fiscal year progress for Ada street crews. Streets cleaned and washed reach about 775 to 800 miles, water use totals 4 335 tanks, trash hauled 3474 cubic yards, gravel 4031, patches and seal coats performed, culverts installed total 706 and 30 feet, bridges rebuilt 31, alleys graded 75 blocks. The department operates two motor graders and several trucks and equipment to maintain and improve streets.
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Ada
Union Valley News highlights and marriages in region
Community notes from Union Valley recount weekend visits at the Stephens home and gatherings with extended families in Edna Stonewall Ada and Sherman. Ruth Cavel earned perfect attendance over eight years at Stonewall School and now works at First National Bank Edna. Melba Nadine Minor wed Rufus Robert Sweeney Jr. in Sherman.
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Ruth Cavel
F. F. Cavel
Edna
Texas
Stonewall
First National Bank of
Melba Nadine Minor
Rufua Robert Sweeney, Jr
Ada
First Christian Church
Sherman
Robert L. Badgett
Sweaney
Jeseney
East
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