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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1938
Page
7
A dated editorial condemns low standards among public officials across the country. It cites use of public funds for campaigns, graft in school boards, sheriffs profiting from illegal activity, and pay-offs to county and city officials. It calls for renewed religious virtue and personal honesty to curb corruption.
The passage notes universal desire for change yet divergence on methods. It contrasts Stalin, Hitler, Mussolini, and Japanese war lords with American New Dealers pursuing costly experiments. It warns that any final solution will not gain broad acceptance for a long time.
Dispatches report bewildered politicians cling to office and feign support for or against measures to please voters. Home sentiment is split and uncertainty reigns as claims and promises swirl. The columnist urges objective judgment to separate chaff from grain in choosing how to vote.
Sunday school lesson on Jesus crucifixion recounts Judas betrayal and the Sanhedrin trial, Pilate's yielding, and the mob's demand for crucifixion. It notes Jesus praying for enemies, forgiving, and entrusting his mother to John, concluding with the cross as symbol of victory and the kingdom’s expansion.
The piece notes Republicans polled more votes than Democrats in the primary. It says Senator Gillette will need every vote to defeat the Republican nominee in the upcoming contest.
The author notes the enduring view that a child born under signs is fated for greatness, likening it to Roman beliefs at Caesar's time. The remark argues that this notion is no more reasonable than other superstitions modern people hold.
A midwestern editor weighs brutal world conflicts and domestic crises while highlighting the quiet perseverance of a local library head resigning after decades of service. The piece argues news can celebrate constructive work despite pervasive calamity, asking readers to consider what truly deserves front-page attention.
The piece looks at how many trade specific terms exist in fields like princer’s craft brick and tile and auto industries noting hundreds of specialized words. It compares how modern industry expands vocabulary beyond Shakespeare’s known word count and muses on the spread of linguistic growth among young Americans.
The speaker argues that waste and extravagance in legislative bodies can be stopped by voting out those who enable it. They assert the American people are not for sale and deserve honesty, intelligence, and efficiency in office. They warn that vote buying with political favors may work briefly but fails over time.
Reports indicate the pecan crop, both native and improved varieties, will be quite short in Oklahoma and Texas. A late April freeze struck when blooms were at a critical stage and excessive rains likely washed most of the pollen away, underscoring the uncertain odds and fickle nature of farming.
The article rails against reckless driving and highway hazards while criticizing Senator Thomas for denying involvement in Oklahoma Governor race. It argues poor strategy in cross race campaigning, condemns political pressure tactics, and asserts Americans dislike political bullies regardless of position.
Residents report visits from family and friends as people travel to and from Ada Oklahoma. Among the arrivals are Louise Cryer from Dallas to stay with Grace Rodgers, Eleanor Knouse returning from Shawnee, and many others visiting relatives or attending events. Several trips mention Sherman Okmulgee Wichita Fort Worth and Culver Indiana with graduation and family milestones noted.
Visiting the home of Mr and Mrs RB Carpenter who are uncles of Mrs Carpenter, the event details are incomplete but indicate a family gathering or return home after a visit.
McKenzie H H McKenzie 67 of Allen died Friday at home Funeral services were held Saturday at 3 p m in Allen with burial there Survived by wife three sons R H NW and J B R McKenzie and five daughters Berdie Pake Willie Martin Oma Pepe Bennie Griffin Maud Cotton E C Roberts 43 Ada died June 10 at Tilihina Services Sunday 2 p m from Criswell Chapel Maxwell Cemetery Survived by wife Mrs Flossie Roberts three daughters Ruby Nell two sons Henry Rea Kenneth one brother Sar Roberts Redlands California and three sisters Mrs Charles Bailey Dawson Ida Grace Bev McLaughlin Avant He taught school in Pontotoc Co and later operated a service station with Wilson and Tain Harvey H Allen Jr 19 Ada Rt 4 died June 13 at 3 p m Funeral 3 p m Tuesday Oakman schoolhouse Rev Caton interment Oakman Cemetery Criswell in charge Survived by parents H H Allen and Mrs H H Allen two brothers Orel GC California George W Allen Ada three sisters Mrs Casey Stone Stonewall Iva Carter Francis Mamie Crownover Seminole
In St Louis on June 15 a 40 year old nurse, Mrs Theresa Cope, was shot and killed in a physician's office where she worked. The gunman fled, tossing a .36 calibre revolver from the window as he escaped. Police hunt for the suspect.
Japanese bombers attacked Canton before dawn in a new wave of raids on China’s southern city. Reports say heavy casualties—total death toll likely high—accompanied by fierce anti-aircraft fire that failed to halt the squadron. A separate dispatch mentions a four pound bomb dropping near a fisherman's boat.
Cardus is described as a purely vegetable medicine found by many women to ease menstrual pains and strengthen those weakened by poor nourishment. It claims to increase appetite, improve digestion, and provide lasting nutritional benefits. A bottle is suggested for trial at the nearest drug store after reading directions.
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