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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1948

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Holy Candles Ready as Jewish State Proclaimed

Jerusalem dispatch reports that for the first time in nearly two millennia, Jewish authorities prepare to proclaim a Jewish state in Palestine. Provisional leaders set to declare at twilight, while martial law considerations expand across Egypt and Arab states. Citizens mobilize as Arab and Allied actions reshape the region amid historic dawn of a Jewish homeland.

Carter Davidson Jerusalem Pan Palestine Melaiaht Tel Aviv Flaiva Ambion Gas Egypt Syria Haganeh Whortiakhan Cairo Ma‘hwad Rabmy Nokrashi Pasha Interior Ministry Sey Holy Land Provi

City Adds Two Precincts and Extends Boundaries in Ada

Ada local government announces revised precinct boundaries adding two new precincts Ward 1 Precinct 6 and Ward 2 Precinct 5. Several existing precincts gain extensions to align with updated city limits, affecting voter registration requirements and areas covered by each precinct. Information on new registrars is pending.

Ada Bagred Walles View Hospital Eastwartt Faye Mississippi Sixteenth Dahnator Avenue

Rail Unions Set on Agreement or They Will Strike Again

Rail unions threaten to strike if no wage settlement and rule changes are agreed. Federal judge to hear temporary order next week to keep trains running under control, while unions demand a 40 percent raise and work rule changes.

Barrison Washington, Bay Thread Eariiers Carl Emeineres Switchitan T. Alan Goldakoroun

Area High Schools Prepare for Graduation Fireworks of Names

Area high schools plan graduation exercises for Wednesday May 19 at school auditoriums led by Rev Lyle Garlow and Supt Hagar and Principal Harold Bisacth. Salutatorian Mary Dawnard and valedictorian Margaret Crane headline a large class with two valedictorians and a salutatorian. Several seniors intend to attend East Central College. commencement speakers include A De Patton and Rev C B Schmit.

Free i High School Lyle Garlow BR. H. Hagar Prin Harold Bisacth East Central College Contrahum Margaret Crane Mary V. Dawnard Fiteat Bets C. B. Schmit Coats Pontoton High School A. de Patton Murray Lime School of Agriculture

Four Charged With Liquor Possession

Sheriff’s force continued actions in Pontotoc county leading to four cases in county court. Accused include Pred West Ray Linyd Benton J. M. Etehte son and Anne Bye. Information alleges multiple quantities of whiskey seized: Benton 22 pints Etet 2 pints Byrd 23 pints.

Pontotoc County Thru Titecim County West Ray Linyd Benton J. M. Etehteson Anne Bye Benton Byrd

Oklahoma City Bus Incident Leads to Match Found

In Oklahoma City on May 13 a rider jumped from a bus after the driver refused to stop. Reportedly, a mate for the bus driver was located, described as a postty tacky. The events include a transfer and resistance at a hotel, with statements from Holcomb.

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Funeral for Pfc Jay Perkins Set at Atwood

Pfc. Jay Perkins of Atwood to be buried at Allen Cemetery after funeral Saturday at 2 30 p m at Aller First Baptist Church with Rev A McDonald officiating. He died March 7 1945 from wounds in action in Germany. Survived by widow Ozzie Perkins Merugin of Fr pa and daughter Paytis tum five sisters Mrs dow Rosey and Mrs Cleo Perkins of Atwood. Military services at graveside with pallbearers and honorary pallbearers listed. Body to arrive in Holdenville Friday morning, funeral home charge by Hucson Funeral Home Holdenville.

Jay Perkins Atwood Fallow Allen Perkins EFO Ozzie Perkins Merugin Paytis Tum Dow Rosey Mus. Cleo. Pe Rev A. McDonald Atwood Nazarene Hucson Holdenwille Holdenville Pomaian Earlie Cleo Perkins Palloearess Wayne Blackburn Turner Hopkins Leo Singleton Kenneth McCain Ray Millers Clarence Singleton Honorate L. C. Sideleton T. A. Olivo Clarencé Blackbwin Chine Stanfield Rey Mahan Gilbert Phurik

Fowler Held for Trial No Bail

Fowler of Wau rika faces a preliminary hearing on the auto tank murder of 26-year-old Watts OS, with confessing statements claimed but defense denying coercion. State trooper Paine testified that no force was used and that Fowler was restrained before the signed statement. A former crime bureau chief alleged purported pressure from Jake Sims, while Fowler described confinement and aclaimed coercive remarks from an ex-cop.

Calinere Nor Bord Ted Neten Beavers Yast Pawler Paine Amy Churi Fowler Ya Fowler Jake Sims Stine Fowler Chipkasla

Nations Debate US Aid to War-Torn Europe

ECA head Hoffman testified before the Senate appropriations committee seeking the full 4.26 billion balance to complete the 5.3 billion European recovery program. He pledged to screen aid and prevent misuse, asserting funds will support recovery with a shift from emergency relief to development as of October 1.

Hoffman Aw. S. Welfare Koffman ECA Hollman Senate Congress É. Hulsman

Release of Most Of State Highway Program in Light

Washington reports a partial release of the petition with federal approval pending, detailing seven high priority road projects across multiple counties. The plan includes paving, surfacing, and cost estimates for routes near Caddo, Bartlesville, Wynnewood, Elmore City, and Tulsa areas, with urban projects planned for Oklahoma City.

Washington Oldahomi immanuerb + homa Aed Unistine MacDonald Congressional Aro Jents Caddo Eee Wyandotte Bartlesville Dewey Wynnewood Elmore City Img Sats Johnston County Logan County Payne Imed County Oxtahayte City Tulsa

UAW Raises 8 Million for Strikers Fuels Auto Industry Fears

A national drive by UAW aims to raise 8 million dollars for striking workers intensifying worries in the auto sector about a prolonged walkout. The report also covers Senate discussions on civil rights and a southern education compact, with leaders signaling possible delays and committee referrals. Strong entities include UAW, automakers, Senate, Byrd, Morse, and Southern states.

Washington Nap Senate Senaeonet Ia Russell D-Gai Otter Ens Russell Byrd D-Va Farrness Morse R-Ovre Judiciary Committee Congress

College Orchestra Presents Spring Concert At East Central

East Central College's student orchestra conducts its spring concert under director E Paul Enix. The group, now with 23 members, has performed at multiple local venues and events. Admission is free as the public is invited to an evening of classical works in the college auditorium.

College Orchestra East Central Cover Orchestra E. Paul Enix Enix Ve East Cen Thiel Liang Cre Ventura Wille Horne Mann Ada Hast Central Ludwig Vorwen Finkandia Sibelius College

Raid Finds 25000 Dice Pot in Oklahoma City

The chief of police led a raid that uncovered a $25 000 dice game in Oklahoma City yesterday. Twelve men were fined 12 each and one suspect was held for questioning. The pot contained $1 000 bills. No horses, Chinert or raiders named.

Oklahoma City Miei ShoThe Warehorse Chinert Ais Filbert Ace

Lawmaker Questions Army Enlistment Trends Report

Representative George Schwab of Oklahoma voices concern in Congress about army enlistment gaps and belief that the army may meet its needs only through voluntary enlistments. He asserts that army requirements are not being met and questions broader commitments.

ARMY Washington George Schwab Okla

Beer License Withdrawn In Stockton Case

Guy Looper withdrew his beer license application for 115 South Stockton after County Judge Tom D. McKeown indicated denial. Witnesses testified the site had caused trouble and previous handling of a beer place there was unsatisfactory. The judge said records of denial would appear on future applications and would affect any license held by the applicant.

Guy Looper Stockton Tom D. McKeown South Stacktor

Byng Wins Opener in Oklahoma City Baseball Tourney

May 1 Pi-Byngteo! Sda defeated Hen e atta Loro in a first pound class A game in the State High School Baseball tournament today. ey BUDAPEST Hungary May 13 Pithungary and Poland signed today firusy way economic agreement.

Oklahoma City Byngteo Sda Hene Loro Budapest Hungary Poland

Union Gets Set For Long Siege On Picket Lines

The United Auto Workers began a long wage strike against Chrysler Corp, with 75,000 production workers walking out to demand higher pay. Observers fear a two month disruption as picket lines form at plants in Michigan and beyond. UAW officials promise resilience and a funded strike effort as production and layoffs ripple through Briggs Manufacturing and related suppliers.

Union United Auto Workers Chrysler Corp Auto Chrysler Email Macey UAW Newcastle Ind Briggs Manufacturing Michigan Kim Sigler Michigan Labs

Weather summary for Oklahoma Northwest belt and towns

Rain fell overnight in northwest Oklahoma and the wheat belt. Beav er and Greyman reported moisture while Wayneka and Fiskest saw measurable amounts. Temperatures across the region ranged around the mid seventies in the last 34 hours.

Northwest Oklahoma Wheat Belt Beaver Greyman Wayneka

Oklahoma Police Chiefs to Meet in Oklahoma City

Fifteen Oklahoma police chiefs will meet Friday at highway patrol headquarters to plan a police school for next fall. The gathering includes J. M. Thaxton assistant commissioner of public safety and Bord Guming director of the extension administrator of the University of Oklahoma.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Batumi J. M. [Thaxton Bord Gunming Ai.nister University of Oletahoa

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