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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
4
Ada Oklahoma paper announces consolidations from 1901 to 1919 and details mailing, pricing, and publication cadence. Notes include associations with Ada Weekly Democrat Pontotoc County Enterprise and Ada Star-Democrat and mentions distribution by mail and post office entry.
The Hague ruling affirms that local mayoral control cannot trump the general right to free speech and assembly. The Supreme Court defends civil liberties as fundamental to the people, contrasting views on due process and privileges against corporations. Justice Roberts Black stress natural persons’ rights. Stone Reed emphasize due process for citizens. NEA Service.
The passage notes many business figures unknowingly break laws and react quietly, citing Harrington Wimberly of the Altus Times-Democrat who openly comments on federal oversight. It mocks labor rules, mentions a 12 year old payroll helper Harold Gibbons, and discusses political fears and a pro British American friendship, urging peaceful ties and liberty.
The text reviews Paul’s personal letters to Timothy and Philemon, highlighting Timothy’s fraternal bond, unfeigned faith from Lois and Eunice, and Paul's urging to stir his Gift. It also discusses Onesimus and Philemon, urging a Christian brotherhood beyond slavery and the impact of Christian teaching on social bonds.
Still going Ada shows building activity near Ada with undergrowth outside the town limits. Drilling slowed in Fitts field but Ada remains on a firm foundation. The city is expected to grow into a major trade and manufacturing center in southeastern Oklahoma.
A reflection on how public acclaim inflates ambition. A speaker or elected official may chase more glory, imagining ascent to the White House. Tales told before crowds foster stage fantasies, like Will Rogers. The hard task is judging one’s true ability.
Enthusiasm at Horse shoe Ranch sheep meeting hints at rising farm interest. Report notes sheep fit into broader farming programs with care and feeding guidance. The article mentions erosion damage in the state and expects sheep, hogs, beef and dairy cattle, and poultry to aid soil rebuilding and future land use shifts toward row crops on fewer acres.
A plea for studying broad learning beyond vocational aims arguing that knowledge for its own sake enriches minds. It contrasts liberal education with practical training, notes errors in last legislature bills, and calls for earlier, careful bill passage to prevent costly mistakes.
A Oklahoma outpost reflects on necessity guiding invention and better living through agricultural diversification. It notes hoped highway funding for Ada to Clayton, and discusses tax reform shifts in Texas, King George’s visit, and a note on Ethiopian Bible manuscripts. It mentions seedless watermelon, a Chicago club with stocks, and a Texas editor’s call to end liberality.
President Green told the House labor committee that the NLRB should be displaced to restore confidence among workers. He urged amendments to the Wayne act to abolish the current board and appoint a new one, arguing the Wagner act decisions favored CIO rivals and harmed AFL interests.
In Alva on June 13, Northwestern State college faculty burned 9,000 English themes from two semesters at a Wiener roast. A teacher noted the D grade essays made as good fire as the A papers, reflecting relief from grading head aches for readers.
Oklahoma Jim Moore 82, famed Indian fighter, died yesterday at his brother’s home in Strongsville. He said to be last witness to Wild Bill Hickok shooting in Deadwood saloon. He was deputy U S marshal when Indian Territory opened to settlement in 1880s. He later advised Cecil B De Mille on western films and toured with a western exhibition. Survivors include two children and two brothers.
New York report notes Minnie Smith is listed as a subscriber for telephones installed by several tenants at the same address. The June item says the new directory will reduce curious calls as the listing consolidates listings under one name.
In Albuquerque on June 12 two Oklahomans died in a two car collision near the city. Mrs Joseph P West of Tulsa and her husband were returning from a California visit. Mrs Vest remained critical with severe injuries while her husband, a Tulsa school employee, was hurt. Mrs Rob ert Robinson of Albuquerque sustained minor injuries.
Tulsa reports the Oil & Gas Journal shows average daily crude oil production for the week ended June 10 fell to 3,374,447 barrels. State totals declined including Oklahoma to 439,250, East Texas to 372,548, Texas to 1,280,992, California to 601,750, Kansas to 151,625, and the eastern fields to 97,100, with Rocky Mountain at 74,230. Louisiana, Illinois, and Michigan posted increases to 267,777, 221,045, and 66,943 respectively.
Ray Stegall county superintendent today received checks for the state's portion of transfer fees paid to Pontotoc county high schools. The totals listed include Vanoss 2414.97 Fitzhugh 793.00 Ada 164.43 and overall sums amounting to 4664.13 with 1908.72 and 196.02 appearing in the record. Stegall notes these figures exceed amounts allotted for qualifying secondary aid.
Vincent Lawler an Australian middle aged steel worker was ordered held for trial at Old Bailey on charges of firing shots near the Duchess of Kent and into the home of the Princess Royal. Prosecutors said he rode a bicycle with a sawed off rifle near royal residences and twice pulled the trigger but he pleaded innocence.
A 24 man roving force will search for tax evading truck drivers after the port of entry is dismantled July 1. Chairman J. D. Carmichael of the state tax commission says operators should register at nearest tag office to avoid penalties. The force will stop trucks statewide to verify papers and improve tax collection.
King George and Queen Elizabeth made their first appearance in the maritime provinces today in a ten minute stop at this seaside town crowded with farms and villagers in Northern New Brunswick.
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