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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1949
Page
4
A critique of how fame inflates literary status and how readers judge works by author rather than intrinsic merit. The piece cites writers like Shakespeare and Burns to illustrate mixed quality and questions why readers fixate on reputations rather than the text.
A commentary notes senators press scientists for definite answers while scientists favor factual statements. It recalls wartime witnesses like Haga Waldschmidt and discusses university trends, church attendance questions, and the clash between inquiry and opinion in public discourse.
The Hoover Commission reports rising federal costs from 4 to 42 billion annually, 350 to 2812 agencies, and a debt climb to 215.5 billion. Waste and duplication drive taxes and prices. calls grow for Congress to grant the President power to reorganize the executive branch, with support from Congressman Tom Steed.
Collier's charges Preston Tucker spent 25 million on 49 automobiles, noting promoter risks from the twenties to postwar periods. The piece cites financiers who misused funds, warns about SRC limits on telling investors dangers, and urges caution after a war when promoters reappear.
A columnist argues against imitating other nations and praises America’s government as superior. He cites Hoffman’s Europe aid stance, questions European self-sufficiency, and notes the Ada Rodeo dates August 9 to 13 with Elks inviting wider attendance and promising major events.
The text asserts nations openly declare armaments will be used against Russia if deployed, noting a shift from diplomatic restraint to pragmatic, blunt realism in modern discourse. It emphasizes no hiding or ambiguity about potential targets and reflects a harsher, less cautious international stance.
Oklahoma governor contends a repeal petition should not appear on the next year’s general election ballot. He argues the repeal issue would dominate the campaign and risk blocking funds for vital state needs and building bonds. He favors keeping repeal out of the September 27 special election to let the current legislature handle liquor control measures.
TAHLEQUAH Okla June 18 Pro W W Keeler of Bartlesville was approved as chief of the Cherokee Indian tribe by its executive committee today Keeler has been acting chief since the death last month of J B Mutsi of Claremore The committee s choice will now be forwarded to President Frumas for formal appointment The committee also approved a resolution to increase from 11 to 33 members and heard Mrs Will Rogers Ix of Beverly Hills Calif captain her Indigenous rehabilitation plan
Former sports editor Don W. Butchinson, noted as a writer for the Daily Olde Homan in Oklahoma City, died yesterday in San Francisco at the age of 64. His career spanned decades with contributions to regional sports coverage and local broadcasts.
Young teachers at Horace Mann School and East Central State College seek out distant posts in New Mexico Arizona California Oregon Washington Minnesota Texas and more, drawn by higher salaries and opportunities for advanced study. Several Ada and Clinton residents discuss leaving Oklahoma for better pay with Albuquerque and Washington postings cited, while others plan to pursue master’s degrees at universities like New Mexico. Dr. Victor H. Hicks notes these are typical responses from instructors aiming to work outside Oklahoma.
New York New Haven and Dartford Railroad launches a monthly Show Train running 104 miles from Hartford to New York with stage performances aboard. Passengers enjoy dining, dressing rooms, and a Miss Show Train winner auditioning for Todd’s next show while chorus girls parade in gowns and bathing suits.
Washington reports rising pressure over academic freedom as debates center on teaching standards and loyalty oaths. Protests at universities lead to firings and calls for restrictions, while leaders like Eisenhower Conant Harvard urge limits on Communist party members in teaching roles.
Maxwell Air Base Alabama June 17 Lt Col Crabtree graduates from the Air Command and Staff School at the Air University Muswell Base Alabama The ceremony honors officers including Lt Col Crabtree and others from Oklahoma and nearby states The school trains officers for command of groups and wings and staff duties
Two persons were injured when two cars collided at Sixth and Townsend near Pleasant Hood. The 1947 Plymouth driven by Pleasant Hood traveled west on Sixth and struck a Chevrolet driven by Ray Tourant. Hood suffered rib fractures and head lacerations but was not seriously hurt. Officer Obert Bennett investigated the scene.
Dwayn Northcutt son of Mr and Mrs Ferry Northcutt of 726 East Thirteenth returned from Weweka hospital after being kicked three times by two stal doms owned by his grandmother Mrs Cora King in her yard. He suffered leg injuries and multiple bruises but was released and is reported in good condition. Antwer p dispatch notes more Soviet ships arriving at Antwerp for repairs raising the Russian fleet there to several vessels including the Seven Renown Pekar and New.
Camp Adake offers two weeks of nature study and camp craft for Camp Fire Girls guided by Ada leader Mrs Iva Mae Hardas. The site in Lake Murray State Park overlooks a northern lake area with deer birds and plant life, and features a nature honors program and two camper training weeks led by Mrs Mira Marshall Miss Armstrong Janet Pord Emma Lee Ethridge.
Flooded Potomac and Shenandoah rivers yielded bodies of several missing people after weekend rain. Portage and towns like Peters, West Virginia, faced eight hours of isolation as waters rose. Damage runs into millions with thousands of structures affected. Light showers linger in Portland Maine as New England drought persists. Forecasters note two day rains may curb forest fire risk while temperatures span nationwide from the 30s to near 90. Authorities in Stigler Oklahoma plan a youth recreation center project.
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