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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1948

Page

2

Charles Dickens and the Woman Club Movement

Washington reports Charles Dickens hailed as the father of the Woman's club movement in Mle. The article notes early New York Press Club dinners, the founding of the Savoris club by Mrs. Croly, and Dickens nominated as a progenitor of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. It outlines convention plans in Portland and resolutions on U.N. delegation, temperance, and national service, with figures and advocates named.

Jane Eads Washington Charles Dickens Press Club of New York Dickens Croly Alec Phoebe Carey Mrs. Croly Club of Aérand Fideraom Covention Portland International Bul Dhumnan Hts U S Fos Vromet SrenrGy Coune Rudy Metss- Haare Wad Manne Altain Nyokom Gonral Ferteruton Ace- Hh Anatoy Pav Wr Wouth John Mf Preato

Steel Price Cut Policy Sparks Steelworkers Debate

The American steel scene drew sharp protests as U S Steel and rivals faced wage cut pressure. Union leaders warned price reductions would erode profits and harm workers, urging concessions be passed to maintain wages and job security. Industry claims suggest price cuts could be absorbed without harming unions, while workers fear reduced earnings and potential strikes in the spring.

Tae Os Steel Coop Ad United Steelworkers ABC U. & Steel Lurray Sid Wnions Tre Iisays Ghey Tejanoue Stoelworkers Murray Sam Jose LR Eran Eran Aoinly

Russian Transformer Invention Claim Grabs Headlines

The article reports a claimed Russian breakthrough in transformer design. It cites Mievestia and Uzvsetia sources, naming A Sitansien of the Academy of Sephorac and associates of the USSR. It discusses electron beams and a supposed discovery related to alternating current transformers amid wartime context.

Moscow A Sitansien Academy of Sephorac Ussr Shatelen Cree Uzvestia Ruston Sevanmaing Yoblouliien

Supreme Court Rejects Racial Bans in Real Estate Deals

Supreme Court rules 6-0 that restrictive real estate covenants banning nonwhites are invalid. Justices Vinson, Reed, and others emphasize equal protection and the 14th Amendment, noting state power to enforce property rights within constitutional bounds. Appeals came from families barred from white-neighborhood homes in St Louis Detroit and Washington DC.

Washington Fuechin Jastles Vinson Federn Winson Black Franktudes Douglas Murphy Bappa Gekins Finson Ao Serge Fader Vinson Tau St. Louis Detroit Washington, D.C U. S.S Wierson Eno

Tornado Along Grand Lake Leaves Five Dead

A tornado striking near Grand Lake injures and kills residents across Bernice and nearby towns in Oklahoma. Five people die including Alva N. Fourney, Rose Walle, Opal Wallen, and two others. Casey and Berger family members hospitalised. Property damage reported across Bernice Grove and Whetroal areas, with total loss near 250000 dollars. Local highway patrol notes multiple homes destroyed and many structures damaged as clean up begins.

Shipin Saas Alva N. Fourey Tulsa Mus Rose Walle Afton Opal Wallen Altos Ruse Alten Latpalle Casey Jack Berger Casey Chile Berger Pag & Ca State Highway Patrol Bernice

Wallace Amigos In Mexico City Event Sparks Campaign Support

In Mexico City on May 1, Wallace Amigos rally copied by media as support builders for Wallace. Spokespersons and third party allies promoted Wallace’s candidacy and funds for outreach and absentee voting. Observers noted strong regional interest as Latin American neighbors watched the events.

Topena Kas de Wallace Mexico Henry A. Mallee Wallece McNivan Wallace Tespatches Mexi Urkers

Oklahoma Farm Views - Victory Homes Help Finance Club

The Victory Homes Demonstration group in Jackson County has earned over 34 090 for their treasury to support community activities including plans to spend 1 000 to modernize a school building. Members praise alfalta hay for cattle feed and soil improvement while Lincoln County youth join a new 4 H club led by Ralph Jacobax as president, signaling growing local engagement.

Victory Homes Jackson County Iwonta R Clige Henge Grovinds Soo Alee A. Couksme County Cooksey Vietor Lincoln County Nadime Holder Denwrstrafiom Menke Borhood Tralph Jacob

Production of Oil Drops in Week Ends May First

Tulsa Oklahoma May 4 The nations oil output slipped to a daily average of 920,870 barrels for the week ending May 1, a drop of 11,000 barrels from the prior period. Major declines appeared in Kentucky Michigan Alabama and Montana with Mississippi and Wyoming also down. The largest gains occurred in the eastern seaboard area and Texas saw little change as other states posted modest upswings and Florida Louisiana Arkansas Indiana Colorado and California reported smaller increases.

Tulsa Okls Ba and Gas Journal Jamal Karaas Misses Indias Colorado California Texas New Mexco Nebraska

Figers Place Third In Track Meet For CBU Bisons

Central’s Bisons finish third at a triangular meet with 44 points while Central East Central tabled 49 and East Central area scored high. Gast Center squad upset some prior winners as times set records for this meet with multiple events listing top performers.

Figers C.B.U. Bisons Oklahoma Baptist University Isons Behm Central of Kamar East Central Wyers Bisons Central East Central Aah Gast Center Thur Tigers Sensi Tha Carmichel Seni Thomptat Catetral Beare Obu Belts Osu Self Ch Vine Dash — Smith Reais B.C Knight Spears Ort Halley Gogsim Sonn Central Ba Fale Laenee Goggim Powler

Old West Is No More Deadwood Has Gone Modern

A historical glance at Deadwood's shift from frontier boom to modern town. The piece notes neon lights replacing saloons, new money replacing stagecoach era cash, and civic debates over gambling while preserving certain legendary figures like Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane in memory. It reflects on the town’s rustic past contrasted with present civic tensions and tourism.

Old West Deadwood Fiere Itig Podner Old Deadwood Bill Hickok Moiney Adams 1St Matt Jack Metall Wild Bill Hickok McGahey Jacrity Jane

Synthetic Drugs Narcotics Worry

Jane Eads reports U S narcotics chief Harry Anslinger warns that new synthetic drugs threaten narcotic control. He cites a surge in morphine like substances, methadone as dangerous, and says the Narcotics Commission targets global manufacturing. Smuggling from Mexico India and Turkey drives half of illicit traffic.

Jane Eads Washington Slinger U. S Carmine Maremus Witielt Ansiinger Public Health Service Anslinger WN Commission of Generals Assembly Mexico India Turkey Tram United States Paris

Burglary Probe Tied to Unused Detector Aid

A detective device that wasn’t used helped solve a burglary case. Deputy Sheriff via Reiley and Highway Patrol tracked a suspect after a long inquiry in the county. The man confessed after the detector was brought into play, with Gressop returning for further emotions in Ada News.

Omara Reiley Jack Kaudison

Inter-American Good Will Meeting Highlights Lions Ties

A Lions club talk in East Central details strong inter American goodwill bonds between Lions of North and South America. Speakers describe international service as a bridge against prejudice while noting leaders like Ed S. Vaught and Brig Briggs advancing the global Lions organization.

Thas Lions of North Comamurium Eugene Brigas Lions Club East

Weleetkan Charged With Brown Murder

Weleetkan charged with murder in the death of Tom Brown in Okemah Oklahoma. Paul Treat, arrested after autopsy findings and a pistol found, faces formal murder charges as investigators link the altercation at Treats home to Browns death. Authorities say a heart condition may have contributed and an autopsy was ordered.

Okemam Okts Wes Kennedy Bill Seswell Welsetka Seawell Paul Treat Tom Brown Welgeth Treat Brown Seswell Treat Kennedy

Methodists Urge Religious Teaching Reform

Boston report from the Methodist Church calls for intensified Christian education in public schools. Rev. John Schisler of North Ayvkonges filed the board’s critique, stating religious instruction was removed from schools and churches must provide schools of religion to teach all children.

Boston Mey S Methodist Church John. Schisler North Ayvkonges Hae

Beer Dealers Face City License Rule Tied to Health Facilities

City clerk J. & King reports new ordinance requires all beer sellers to maintain toilet facilities on the premises and to hold both state and county licenses. City licenses demand a base annual fee. those selling packaged beer for off premises use pay $10. No dealers had yet applied under the new law.

J. &. King Merolem Way Towaze Toon Thaly

Truman sees atomic energy breakthroughs on peace effort

President Truman told delegates at the National Health Assembly that great discoveries in peaceful uses of atomic energy are on the brink. He said medical applications and further research could lead to a peaceful world, urging universal military training and improved national health measures.

Washington Truman Getai NafHomat Health Assembly Nur Po Waorke Lvst National Health Assembly Oscar Bwinn Gaden

Murray’s Former Students Plan May 15 Meeting and Banquet

Murray’s Former Students Association schedules a May 15 gathering with a banquet in the college cafeteria after a 7 20 p.m. dinner. Lt Neese reports a program featuring Castleair Orchestra, toastmaster Neege, welcome by President Clive E Murray, and music by various bands and performers.

Murray Former Students Association Neese Castleair Murray State School of Agriculture Tisheminge Portotac County Fulterphalt Neege Clive E Murray Murbers Murray Bill Penny Argie Armatrong Bill Austin Norns Scott Art Gene Evans John Bobbie Walker T. Bone King W. L. Auld Margaret Hill Lewise Stam Odessa Jack Gillam Jodie Clark Dorothy Peters Verdan Hila Draper Marietta Byeing Corbin. O'Brien Bo Reeves Lester Bond Elmary Lynn Bertha King Ruth Morgan Dorothy Clark Louise Stamre Odessa Armetrong

County Tax Collection Record Boosted by Early Payments

County treasurer Virgil Plant reported Saturday that ad valorem taxes for 3947 assessments reached 54.54 percent in early payments, with assessed taxes totaling 96,540,970.97 and collections at 24,952.48. Including back taxes since November 1, total ad valorem collections stood at 633,556.05, making all warrants payable with no interest for county or school district warrants.

Virgil Plant

Nine GOP Progressives Plan Meeting to Shape Platform

Nine Republican senators calling themselves progressives plan a Monday night meeting in Washington to push a forward looking platform on domestic and foreign issues. Included are Baldwin Connecticut Ives New York Knowland California Smith New Jersey Saltonstall Massachusetts Lodge Vermont Minnesota Gurney South Dakota Flanders Vermont. The group aims to prevent the party from being labeled reactionary or isolationist and to avoid giving Democrats a campaign weapon.

JSCEH Belle Washington Baldwin Connecicut Ives New York Knowland California Smith New Jersey Saltonstall Lodge Massachusetts Thye Minnesota Gurney South Naeela Flanders Vermont Balewin Tyas Thomas Eb.dewey Harold E. Stavaen Krow- Stamd Renreserts Loarty Nes

Revolutionaries Win in Costa Rica

Costa Rica news reports that revolutionary leaders will govern for at least 18 months under a power sharing accord with president elect Oliva Blanco. Santos Leon Herrera will act as president until the revolutionary committee completes its work, with a possible six month extension if needed. The committee plans to restore order and draft a new constitution as Herrera states Congress has ceased to exist.

San Jose Costa Rica Costa Rica Lander Jose Figueres Ldader Ouilia Late Blanco Santos Leon Herrera Herrera

Three Officials Claim Back Pay in Oklahoma City

Three members of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission filed claims for more than two thousand dollars each in back pay. The 947 legislature had authorized a 32,500 annual increase for air and gas statute duties, rejected by state budget officials but upheld by a special state supreme court ruling. The back pay spans from last July through the present.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Corporation Commission Roker Phelps Stae Supreme Court Claus Ace Uganda Africa

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