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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1941

Page

4

Oklahoma political reform bill eyed in state legislature

A draft reform measure aims to limit political spending by state employees during elections. The bill bans employee donations to campaigns and requires disclosures, while allowing voluntary contributions but restricting coercive fundraising. The text contemplates prohibiting public funds from campaign activities and seeks to curb political influence by state workers. The proposal prompts debate on bribery, campaign finance, and the balance between free speech and government integrity.

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State spending patterns across the U S show wide gaps

The article compares state funding of highways and schools, noting North Carolina bears most costs while Mississippi relies on locals. It highlights per capita totals like Delaware at 40.87 and Oklahoma at 205.00, and observes Southern states have lower per capita costs due to slower centralization of public affairs.

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Rubber independence through synthetic supply and reserves

Rubber Perik argues the United States could lose its savor of East Indies rubber unless synthetic production expands. He notes daily reserve growth, ongoing synthetic advances, and potential to build SEFR000 000 factories to replace natural rubber, aided by reclaimed rubber and consumption limits. Achieving independence may require heavy investment and a fleet expansion.

United States East Indies Ndtital Burt

Ordinary man imagines Churchill as Prime Minister

The article portrays a British everyman picturing Winston Churchill as the driver of government. It contrasts common sensibilities with the Prime Minister's public persona, noting his frugal wardrobe managed by Mrs Churchill, his active Downing Street routine, and sharp unscripted oratory. Churchill is depicted as energetic, exacting, and intensely engaged in cabinet and defense tasks.

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Second Biggest Gold Pile Hidden in Martinique Fort

A fragmented account claims the second largest world gold hoard lies buried beneath a mountain in Martinique, at Fort Saint Louis de Saix and Fort de France, after daring WWII era thefts and shipboard transfers. The piece emphasizes Western Hemisphere gold wealth and historic Caribbean drama.

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Public Health Service Campaign Cuts Syphilis Cases

The U S Public Health Service under Surgeon General Parran reports a about 22 percent drop in syphilis cases from 28 222 in 1919 to 2197 in 1940, showing progress of a long term campaign. Officials emphasize sustained effort and caution against faltering, noting broader wartime concerns about Britain and supply routes.

United States Parran U.S. Public Health Service

Roadside Babe Is Assured Of Home

Oklahoma capy Marei six weeks old brother Paul Clyde Nant horn in a roadside ditch wall tale home hero Chimes Judge Tone Timber at Mego ruled yestown tines me dren's Parents not give the children proper attention. Father Ed Soveleum arranged care. child placed in a state institution for treatment after birth. Mrs Mabel Baris consented to the arrangement.

Oklahoma Capy Marei Paul Clyde Nant Aya Pringte Tone Timber Mego Yestown Fuera Bowel Chweta Soveleum Peron Ile Childred Mabel Baris Ben Herta

Rugby Comes to Football as Practice Opens in Gainesville

Gainesville March 18. Knute Rockne era is recalled as rugby style open play is introduced at Flor ida practice. Burgebs and Purida cers Fa gem discuss the shift to British game concepts for spring drills.

Gainesville Fla Maer Ty Burgebs Knute Amega Borg

Knudsen details plants ready for defense work in testimony

Knudsen, chair of the Office of Production Management, testified before the House Appropriations Committee that 734 plants are ready or being prepared for production of deferred military materials. He cited government spending of about 574 million on 2 plants for material production and noted British and private financing of additional plants. The testimony covered a breakdown of armaments and related machinery across sectors including engines, ships, armor, tools, and metals.

Washington Mave Uitem Congress William S. Knurtsen Office of Production Managemrent House Appropriations Committee Pial Ammenition FA Avtitlerg

Italy Admits Berbera Loss Amid Desert Battles

Rome reports British forces regained Berbera port and capital of the colony, with bombardment and heavy fighting continuing along the Cheren and Cheren Crone fronts. Casualties rise on both sides as Italian defenses crumble in the Libyan desert near Rat.

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Montgomery Ward Leases New Building for Store Move

Montgomery Ward signed a 50 year lease for a new Smith Building at the northeast corner of Fwelth Street and Rename Avenue. The store plans to occupy the basement and upper floor, with completion and occupancy expected by July this year. Local officials had few details, and the current Main Street location will close after the move.

Montgomery Ward Utah

Food Stamp Sales Rise Sharply in Weekly Totals

More than 360 clients were served as the federal food stamp plan entered its second week. Officials reported a busy midweek period with stamps distributed to 146 holders. Total value issued reached 87.82, with orange emcs and $31,338 in stamps either sold or given away as mobile units served various police areas.

Tex Business Fit Ad Gingian Pantater Coal Eiunties Ant Addingtom

Only Woman Mayor in State Elected Mangum

Mareh 15. Oklahoma's only woman mayor has been elected in Mangum though primary and general elections loom. Mrs. Mary McGregor, widow of the late Dr. Frame Methregar, becomes Mangum's first female chief magistrate after serving with Red Cross and PTA leadership.

Mangum Mareh Oklahoma Mamgum Marv. McGregor Bee Fowler Theo McGregor Frame Methregar Texas Border Borderie Greg Golthwaite Poxaa Epaveensty Camp Travis San Antonio Tex

Quinten Little Sued For 30000 In Oklahoma Case

In Ardmore March 15 Charnes Quinten Little faced a $30,000 complaint in Marshall County district court for alleged breach of a marriage contract. Pauline Beard, Madill area resident and daughter of a local contractor, accuses Little of breaking an engagement tied to a local fee and a prior agreement. The petition details a prior engagement with Miss Beard and a later marriage to Miss Carrie Low Seattle.

Ardmore Charnes Madill Little Field Marshall County Carles County Ahe Scon Mise Carrie Low

Cheese Plant Is Possible New Industry in Ada

Reports from a week long feasibility tour by representatives of Croighy Packing Co suggest Ada could host a cheese and poultry processing plant. Observers note strong dairy and turkey supply in the area, with Ada offering a tax free building and three years of water and land support to attract the project.

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Muskogee Observes Safely Record Event

Muskogee marked a record safety parade with marching bands from town and nearby colleges, led by Oklahoma Safety Council officials. Governor Maetler of Oklahoma City presided as state safety representatives showcased safety exhibits and trash disposal demonstrations for Muskogee and Tahlequah counties. Geologist Roger W. Sauger, 45, died after a fall from a downtown garage, with his body sent to Chicago for formalities.

Muskogee Ghetalkas Wight Mantece Oklahoma Safety Council Bavold Maetler Oklahoma Chiy Muskogee Ounty Tanlequah Walter Johnson Rosweels Roger W. Sauger Chichaste Spirvinre Inafer Meyer

Mrs Bradford Knapp Dies At Lubbock

Mrs Bradford Knapp widow of a farmer and former Oklahoma A and M president died at her Lasbock home. The obituary notes her husband Texas Tech president and Knapp’s role in public life. The fragmentary text also references lifeguard postings and a college lifesaving course with unclear details.

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