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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1949

Page

5

Luxury in the Air: Pan Am StratoCruiser Prefers Comfort

Pan American launches the Presidente week end service between New York and London aboard a two deck Boeing Stratocruiser. The new luxury liner promises sleep in berths and fine dining with a nine hour thirty minute eastbound flight, a pricey fare that aims to blend speed with upscale raillike comfort as critics weigh the cost versus mass appeal in transatlantic travel.

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Division Over Recognizing of Chinese Commie Government

The article discusses the U S stance on recognizing the Communist government in China and the risk to U S relations with Nationalist China. It notes a senatorial letter urging recognition, questions what constitutes a responsible government, and weighs implications of de facto recognition and potential Western unity in a practical approach. The piece reflects on possible Soviet support and the tension between opposing ideologies during the Cold War.

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Ray Lyman Wilbur Dies in California

Ray Lyman Wilbur died yesterday in California of heart disease at Stanford University where he served 27 years as president and earlier as Secretary of the Interior under Hoover. A physician and reformer, he championed conservation housing Indian care and prepaid health plans. Funeral services are set for Tuesday at Santora Memorial Church.

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Polled Hereford Tour to Open at Blair Ranch

The Oklahoma Polled Hereford Tour begins at Blair ranch eight miles west of Adam highway 19. Officials including Suntt Cam wing of Freedom and WL Blizzard announce the event with cattle industry leaders present. Stops include the Blair ranch from 8:00 to 2:30 pm with inspections and comments, then X. L. Progres establishment near Waterside, followed by Peevy Campbell near Temple for lunch and judging contests for 4-H and FRA members. Invited guests include Jon Chittenden and M. F Moore.

Lester Blair and Sons Adam Highway 19 Oklahoma Ciation Suntt Cam X. L. Progres Watrike Kansas City M. F Moore Circle M Ranch Senalobia Mippi Buzzard

Florida Governor Weds Californian in Candlelit Ceremony

Governor Puller Warren of Florida wed Barbara Jeanne Manning in a candlelit service at a Western community church. About 200 guests filled the church while outside a crowd gathered to witness the vows. The couple planned an unannounced trip to Southern California before flying to Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The governor will return to Tallahassee in about four days to resume state duties.

Eos Angeles Puller Warren Florida Lusheran Reverle Wessoy Lins Angeles Warren Ward Plunkett Lost Singales Barsbara Mutote Pieres Loss Angeles Lou Wolfson Jacksonvillé Fla Busingsaman

Pullman Car Plants Move Lumber to Build Sox Car

A fragmented notice reports Pullman car plants in Chicago shipped 12,008,000 feet of lumber, equating to about 22.3 miles, intended for constructing Sox cars.

Pullman Chicago

Webster Tops Coalgate Rodeo Cash

Webster of Lertapaty rode to the top money at the fourth annual Ceal ate rodeo in Coalgate despite muddy grounds from two rainy days. McIntyre struggled on the roping field, suffering a steer mishap affecting his payday while John McIntyre’s rodeo ridder gear changed hands after a three year purchase. Dick Truitt drew fans with a bulldogging rest, and Saturday night events featured calf roping and steer roping champions including Shoate Webster and Ben Wylick with multiple top finishes.

Coalgate Savate Webster Lertapaty Webster Radeq McIntyre Bock Clark Mcintyre Chéyenne Tim John McIntyre Dick Truitt Shoate Webster Buck Goodspeed Ben Wyrick Clark McIntyre Beone Freddie Dodd Cecil Woods Fred Warlard Gene Peacock Buddy Benjamin Ilas Willard Coms Feed Warford Shoata Webster H. Binns Ah Deasons Pinal Floyd Marcum Cattie Brome Worcester Sheate Webster Willard Combs Todd Whatley Sheate Webble Everett Shaw HD. Binns J. D. Fulster Tadé Whatley Cone Ptatack Marvin Shoulders Bob Greenwooe

Army and Air Force offer extended schooling options

The US Army and US Air Force present three education groups high school college and vocational courses available by correspondence or night teaching methods with vocational courses exempt. Enlistment for 2345 or B year periods allows eligibility for full schooling. For details contact Sgt P G Richardson or John W Terrell Room 309 Post Office Adi.

US Army US Air Risee US Air Forer P. G. Richardson John W. Terrell Room 309 Post Odfice Adi

Barbs by Hal Cochean on mink jokes and jail

The column lampoons fashion and social views with sharp quips about expensive furs and relationships. It notes a Nebraska judge jailed a woman for refusing to talk, and ends with a satirical line about gas bags being punctured by pointed remarks.

Nebraska

Heof Returns to State on Suttley Sr

The Associated Press reports Oklahoma temps peaked at ninety six degrees on Sunday with Alva Gaymon Ponca City and Miami recording the day’s only rainfall. Some cities including Bartlesville reached high heat while scattered sites saw light showers during the 24 hour period ending early today.

Associated Press Oklahoma Alva Gaymon Ponca City Miami Twigee Sallisaw McAlester Bartleswille

Ada Minner Knits While Grandson Watches In Stonewall

Mrs George McKoy of Stonewall is shown knitting with her grandson Little George watching. She is a dual role grandmother and hopes to keep her grandson, while also working as a hardware store clerk and managing home duties. An East Central College event and local budget notes follow, including Crippled Children’s funding and county tax allocations.

George McKoy Stonewall Little George Andi Ave MuPraw Maka Eer Poe

Roebuck Receives Five Year Prison Sentence

Roebuck pleaded Saturday morning to charges of wife and child abandonment and was sentenced to five years in the state penitentiary at Mey Alestes. Lavern Fisher recommended the term and James Mathers, district judge, suspended the sentence during good behavior and as long as he remained under supervision.

Coalgate Samez Roebuck Mey Alestes Lavern Fisher James Mathers

Christian Church VBS Finale

The Firay Christian Vacation Bible School presents an end program at 7 35 PM during the evening service. The display features handiwork, Bible stories and dramatic presentations as part of the VBS finale. Parents and friends are invited to attend.

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Shadow of Lash and Cross Burnings Darken Dixie

Atlanta reports a surge of racially motivated violence across Alabama Tennessee and Georgia with lynchings beatings cross burnings and home invasions. No convictions have been recorded as mobs threaten families and property while officials mount investigations and Congress probes begin.

Bem Price Atlanta Dixie Alabama Tennessee Georgia Blue Gills Chattanooga Tenn Birmingham Ala Naegroes Belcett Dara Ale Legion American Legion Jeffersom Tom Clark Washington Federal Bureau of Investigation Alabama Senate House Qme Rewinton

Argentina and Britain Sign Trade Treaty

Argentina and Britain signed a five year trade agreement in Buenos Aires with President Peron and Britain's ambassador present. The pact aims to boost imports from Britain and exports from Argentina, including meat and cereals, while the United States objects citing free trade concerns under the Marshall Plan. The deal is seen as vital to Britain's recovery though Washington warns it could strain relations.

Buenos Atres Britain Argentina United States Juan D. Peron White Salon Goverment House Sir John, Balfour Argentine National Economic Council Washington America

Historic church school praised as one of the best

A damaged clipping describes a church school praised as one of the best in the history of the church. It notes a two week span of activity ending last Friday and mentions a display of handwork at the service with feathers stuffed into the gate walls.

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Gary Reopens Pay Wrangle Over Governor Salary

Oklahoma City June 27 The salary dispute over lawmakers who raised the governor's pay was reopened by Sen Raymond Gary Purcell James C Nance outlined the constitutional ban applies to holdover senators next year Gary warned a repeal could bar a senator from the office if enacted Before his governor bid Gary suggested other legislators could be affected including teacher senators seeking pay boosts The 1950s salary increase to 15000 a year was part of a general raise for officials with support from the legislature and framed as recognizing the office's importance

Oklahoma City Sem Raymond Gary Madill Appropriations Committee Tewsmien Today James C. Nance Purcell Nance

Steed Threatens Ultimatum Over Federal Aid Bill

Washington June 27 Representative Tom Steed of Shawnee Oklahoma says he will withhold support for labor spending until federal aid to education is settled. A Democrat on the House Education and Labor Committee he calls education aid paramount for Oklahoma and says current labor proposals must wait. Lesinski says the federal aid bill is dead this session. Steed disputes that claim and notes the full committee has yet to act.

Wasfengton U7f Tom Steed Shawnee Okla Seed House Education and Labor Committee Oklahoma Commmiistee Lesinski Steed

Decorative fabrics set new standards in upholstery trends

Genevee Smith surveys luxury fabrics for fall decor. Upholstery and drapery materials showcase period designs, modern adaptations, and a mix of quiet neutrals and rich colors. Heavier woven fabrics offer durable options, with patterns ranging from baskets to coral motifs, and a focus on coordinating with wallpaper and floors.

Geneveeve Smith

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