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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1950

Page

8

Five Slug Jailer in Bold Escape From Fourth Story

Atlanta report details a bold jailbreak at Fulton County jail with five inmates escaping from the fourth story after slugging a deputy sheriff. They cut a window bar, descended with a sheet rope, and fled by car after looting a motorist, while two others were captured nearby. Sheriff Foster warned additional fugitives tied to a federal warrant.

Atlanta Sherider Fulton County J.C. Williams A. B. Foster Tattnall State Aria Joseph L. Mauldin Roy J Eston Anderson Luther Masters Hil Curtis Taylor New Jcang Mauldin Brothers Wayne County Foster Anderson Taylor Masters Bes

Mrs America Older Than Mr America Census Says

Census data show Mrs. America about thirty one and a half years old while Mr. America is slightly younger. The 1940 census put the median age at 29 for both sexes, with recent estimates increasing female median to about 30.2 and male to 29.3. Overall median age rose from 29.0 in 1940 to about 29.8 now. Returns from the 17th Decennial Census in April may confirm continued aging trends.

America United States Bureau of the Census Census Bureau

Sheriff Recovers Fugitive In Oklahoma City Jail

Oklahoma County officer deputy sheriff Crane finally learns his quarry Loyd Nowris, later identified as Floyd Garst of St Atoka, was held on a forgery charge since February 1. Garst was convicted last week after records and photographs were reviewed at the state Garat barn.

Oklahoma City BL. Crane Oklahoma County Loyd Nowris Floyd Garst St. Atoka

First U. S. Woman Ambassador Wins Danes Hearts

Mrs. Eugenie Anderson of Red Wing Minnesota becomes the first U S woman ambassador in Denmark. She endears herself to about four million Danes with smiles and wardrobe notes. Her title status, the royal court recognition, and her husband’s delicate diplomatic rank generate lively press and public interest.

Copenhagen Eugenie Anderson Red Wing Minn den ‘Mark United States Rydhave Foreign Office Anderson Royal Court John Anderson Grace Holger Beck Steward West U.S. State Department Washington Denmark Minnesota Ambassador Subassador

Buried Treasure by Millions Waiting

Comdr. K. D. Fain asserts vast pirate gold remains hidden on islands such as Trinidad and Cocos. He cites sunken ships and changed terrains making recovery unlikely, noting piracy's long history and continued presence off the China coast.

Washington Bt Comdr K. D. Fain Murray Trinidad South Atlantic Cocos Island Central America China

New Method Grows Hormone Factories From Rat Glands

A cheap experimental technique keeps rat pituitary glands alive in a special fluid to produce hormones like ACTH and thyroid stimulating hormone. The living glands act as tiny factories, yielding small amounts of hormones three times weekly. Researchers say the method could enable mass production for medical uses, though it remains experimental.

New York Leonard Scheele The Public Health ‘Service

Lab search pinpoints Edward Ginter age 15 estate case

Norman C. Mitchell county superintendent was alerted of Edward Ginter's whereabouts as he checked into his father's estate. John Lewis Stratford school chief notified that the boy lives with his grandparents in Stratford and attends school there. Edward's mother died at birth and Omar Ginter had died recently.

Norman C. Mitchell Ada Edward Ginter Mitchell Omar Ginter John Lewis Stratford Young Ginter Edward the News

FITTSTOWN NEWS MARVIN COX MOVES TO DAY

Local brief notes record Marvin Cox moving to Day and several residents making weekend trips and visits in Ada Longview Texas Okmulgee and Duncan. Community events include Sunday School workers meeting at the Weaver home and local sports attendance in Oklahoma City.

the Baptist Church Mrs.Weaver

Light St Patrick Day Cake And Menu Notes

Light cake decorated with gumdrop shamrocks uses white icing and green marbling. Recipe uses two white cake mix, two packages, baked in a large pan, with green coloring added drop by drop for a spring tint. Frost and decorate with shamrocks. Oklahoma City reports 4H and FFA event coverage with livestock results and Monday opening for five days.

Gaynor Maddox NEA Springhiire Oklahoma City Oklahoma Mackey

Albert Einstein Turns 71 Quietly in New Jersey

Princeton March 14 Albert Einstein is 71 today but his secretary says he would not notice birthdays. Friends at the Institute for Advanced Study may stop by to congratulate. Oppenheimer announced the 15 000 Einstein award last year, given every three years for outstanding work in math and physics.

Tulsa Okla Boight Angus First National Bank of Tulsa Garber Fpa Edgar Schoeling Princeton N. J Albert Einstein Einstein Institute For Advanced Study J. Robert _Oppenheimer Ator Institute Oppenheimer Mercer Street New York Madison Square Garden

Night Riders Resume Wave of Mob Terror in Alabama

Night prowling bands blamed on the Ku Klux Klan operate without robes or masks in Alabama, with four men charged with murder for the Pell City Feb 22 slaying of Charlie Hurst. Additional arrests include the Rev Alvin Horn and others as indictments spread across Birmingham counties.

Birmingham Ala Pell City Charlie Hurst Hurst Alvin Horn Association of Georgia Klans Jesse Wilson Albert Wilson E. L. Hudson Talladena Carpenter Coleman A Brownie

Seed Catalogue Fever And Gardener's February Chores

In this Garden column, the author warns against seed catalogue fever sparked by mild weather and abundant catalogues. Readers are urged to prune fruit trees, thin branches, and prepare soil for houseplants, with tips on soil, ventilation, and ground covers under maple trees. Questions from readers about lima beans, sucker growth, and plant care are noted, with Henry Pree promising to answer the most asked queries in future columns.

Henry Pree

Oklahoma University to ease entrance requirements

Oklahoma City report says the University of Oklahoma will ease admission this spring by accepting all state high school graduates accredited by the state board of education. The change, announced at the State High School College Relations conference, starts with a three year trial under Dean J. E. Fellows.

Oklahoma City University of Oklahoma State Board of Education Dear Admissions J. E Fellows

U S Marines Greet Fusiliers on March 16 Anniversary

Each year the United States Marine Corps sends anniversary greetings to the Royal Welsh Fusiliers to honor the friendship formed when both units served together in China. The note recalls this long standing exchange and shared history dating back to Boxer Rebellion era.

United States Marine Corps Royal Welsh Fusiliers 1St Marine Regiment China

Colorado A&M offers unique course in packing and outfitting

Fort Collins officials say the college is home to the only American college course in Norseman ship packing and outfitting. Students must know how to ride and care for a horse to enter, and lashing a cook stove to a horse is among the skills taught.

Fort Collins Colo Colorado A&m College

New Schools Training Vets Need Rigid Local Examination

Washington focus on District of Columbia GI training programs highlights flaws in approving numerous trade schools. A 20-member panel found advertising, job placement, and quality concerns amid a booming veterans education market. The piece argues for strict local inspection to prevent wasteful spending and misaligned training with national labor needs.

Peter Edson NEA Washington District of Columbia D.C Guy Mason Board of Education Leon G. Chatelain, Sr Gina Sims District of Columbia Apprenticeship Office Sone Tne Cation Congress Veterans’ Administration Boards of Education

Ardmore Man Unharmed As Car Rolls on Highway

Ardmore man Charles Henry Stienburg escaped injury when his 1949 Dodge rolled over after veering to the left of center on SH 12 east of the Frisco overpass near Koff. He was cited for driving on the wrong side of the road and paid the fine after pleading guilty in justice court. Glenn Clark, highway patrolman, reported the high speed and left-side travel led to the crash on the curve while en route from Ardmore to Ada where he works for Ponder and McKee Building Contractors at the Alamo Courts.

Charles Henry Stienburg Ardmore Rofs Glenn Clark Henry Ada Ty Ponder and McKee Building Contractors Alamo Courts Clark Koff S.H. 12 Stienburg Justice Court of We. BP. Armstrong

Tinker Civilian Pay Boost Approved at Base

Oklahoma City March 14 Civilian employees at Tinker Field will receive wage increases starting April 2 adding 918,871 to the annual payroll. The hike affects almost 10 000 workers with an average 42 cents per hour rise, aligning local salaries with private industry. Charles W Shoemake chief of civilian personnel said the increase brings pay in line with area private workers.

Oklahoma City Mar Tinker Force Base Charles W. Shoemake Eivilian

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