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Ada Weekly News reports a brief local item with unclear details. Names, dates, or exact events are unreadable, but the note signals a minor community matter needing confirmation.
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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1950
Page
4
Ada Weekly News reports a brief local item with unclear details. Names, dates, or exact events are unreadable, but the note signals a minor community matter needing confirmation.
The article explains that individuals likely own substantial U S securities through life and unemployment insurance, savings bonds, and bank deposits. It cites ownership totals by group: individuals over 69 billion, banks about 66 billion, government agencies 39 billion, corporations 23 billion, insurance firms 20 billion, Federal reserve banks 18 billion, mutual savings banks 11 billion, and local governments 8 billion, noting citizens indirectly hold bonds via institutions and urging readers to see shared responsibility for public debt.
Local editors urge keeping the Highway Patrol headquarters in Coalgate. They argue Coalgate sits near the district center, remains near traffic centers, and that highway improvements will soon restore its status as a traffic hub. They caution moving would harm service and housing recovery. They urge balance across parties to maintain fairness.
A Christian Science Monitor critic argues Truman shifted from an anti business, class conscious Labor Day stance to a more partisan Jefferson Jackson Day posture. The piece contrasts Labor Day rhetoric with the Krock interview and FEPC remarks, suggesting policy rebalance and partial repudiation of Roosevelt era policies. It notes Truman as a Democrat challenging Republicans and adjusting his cabinet alignment.
A reflection urging voters to reject a constitutional convention and retain the existing constitution while noting needed changes could be achieved by amendments. The piece criticizes past redistricting neglect, discusses tax and philanthropy attitudes, and comments on the role of women and judges in the legal system with a wary eye on legislative salary increases.
Paris dispatch reports a secret annex to the Sino Soviet treaty that would place all Pacific naval operations under a Russo Chinese Pacific Admiralty with authority over Chinese ports and submarine bases. Annex 11 allegedly binds Chinese economic plans to joint defense and Moscow’s strategic needs.
Belgium stands split on whether King Leopold should be invited home after WWII. A March plebiscite is advisory, with Flemish north mostly pro Leopold and Walloon south largely against. Leopold’s wartime behavior and his second marriage fuel the controversy among major parties and public factions.
Venice Italy June hosts 25th international art exhibit with planned participation from Britain France and Belgium. Officials from these nations announced their involvement and outlined expected showcases and venues in the city.
The Pontotoc County Dairy program, developed by the Ada Chamber of Commerce, airs on ABC Tuesday at 9 30 p m with KADA local broadcast. Script by Betty Nolan and Harvey Lambert with C H Hailey. The program traces a 1944 Ada calf purchase plan expanding to 470 animals in six years to address milk shortages and crossbreeding.
Moscow reports samovars move toward modern manufacture. The famous ancient Russian tea vessel features a bulbous body and center spigot for boiling water. Copper and silver varieties exist, with aluminum lighter. new models offer electric heating in some versions.
Oklahoma City report notes last day to keep wild ducks and geese in cold storage under federal 90 day possession rule. Hunters warned that game stored beyond limit may be confiscated by state or federal game rangers. Provided recipes include Wine Jelly with cherry gelatin and port wine, and Cranberry Tapioca combining cranberries with tapioca served cold with whipped cream. Yield details for both dishes are included.
Bobby Thompson presented prizes for top ticket sellers at the Pontotoc district Boy Scout exposition. Robert Lowe won first prize a bed toll for selling 22 tickets. Jim Fleet placed second with 20 tickets and received a full uniform. Third prize went to Martin Fleet with 16 tickets, though Doug Fleet acted for him and did not qualify. Art Newton, Casper Duffer and other officials attended praising the boys and Thompson. Luke Dodd chaired the show. Explorer Ship 68 First Baptist Church spent February 25 on Lake Texhoma for sailing practice and boat handling. crew included Perry McBroom, Dibrei Phillips, Jerry Moore, Don LaSalle, Darrel Copeland, Lewis Todd, David Foster, John Logsdon, Hoyt Hudgens, Thad Forester, and advisor Geo. W. Hansard. Next cruise set for April.
Roff Society reports a busy period with a district Masonic School in Row Masonic Hall, a Past Matrons luncheon at First Christian church, and a banquet at Aldridge hotel. Attendees include Bessie Harris, Mable Adkins, Cora Clyne, Leta Ferguson, Margaret Castle, and many Roff members. Community groups held reunions, bridge games, PTA activities, and church WMU and WSCS meetings featuring devotionals, home mission notes, and subscriptions drive.
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