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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1948

Page

6

Reds Charged with Advocating Overthrow of U S Government

Washington May 21 The communist party of the United States is accused of advocating violent overthrow of the government. House un American Activities Committee cites a 160 page report detailing international communist links and calls for vigorous enforcement of laws to curb activities. It says American communists imitate Chinese and Greek groups and that the party is directed by Soviet leaders. The committee warns of the threat to national security and ongoing legal cases shaping views on the party’s actions.

Washington Communist Party of the United Stes House Committee On UN American Janx Engels Lenin Stalin Ara ‘Ecican Gomutumist Soviet Union Ant Communist Party of the Soviet Union U. Se ‘A Amd Moscow Communist Party Port Way United States Supreme Court Communist Party, & S.A

Central Oklahoma Dairy Show Set For June 7

The Central Oklahoma Dairy Show is scheduled for June 7 with dates also listed for a June 7 event. Halley and farm leaders predict the show will be the largest held here, drawing top quality dairy cattle entrants from central and southeastern Oklahoma. County Agent Hailey and Lester Smith issued letters to dairy cattlemen outlining preparation so the show can run smoothly, including demonstrations of grooming and handling on opening day. Four breed judges will oversee divisions. prize money includes 2500 for junior breeders, with Fontotor county expected to dominate due to its dairy program.

Central Oklahoma CNN Pontotocenun Almoubcet Neoviclity Central Oklahoma Halley Hailey Lester Smith Port Totee Fontotor United Station

Divorce Case Leaves Myra Moran in Court Drama

Myra Moran, 26, seeks $2290 monthly maintenance and custody of daughter Sonia in a high profile divorce from Earl Morans. She testified about a house party in Bromxtile New York in 1941 where she said a woman named Luba, described as a distant eastern city teacher, kissed her husband and engaged with him in front of guests. The court recessed after her emotional testimony about the alleged affair and the blue silk attire involved.

Los Angeles Earl Morans Myra Moran Sonia Moran Sobser Luba Bromxtile N.Y Kesher Ars Hollywood

Man wrestles four to five pound bass at city lake

Police Chief Ceri Smith helps as a five pound bass is hauled from shallow water near Bank of the Lake Friday afternoon. Saath, fishing about 10 minutes, casts and retrieves a plug while Freddy Clark aids with a borrowed pole. A nearby observer, Chick, assists in subduing the fish as Smith lands it.

Freddy Clark Ero Thephovi Chick Clark

Romance on Detour Ends in Court and Detention

Oklahoma City date May 11 AM report details a 14 year old girl Melva Jean Wallace and 21 year old Ralph Pierce eloping with parental and juvenile authorities intervening. Melva Jean's father C Wallace filed a complaint charging abduction for marriage. Pierce claimed maternal approval but father disapproved. The couple was detained awaiting clarification after spending the night in Apache and Allegedly traveled to Tahama City with relatives acting as chaperones. They had $47 on hand to start married life.

Oklahoma City Gick Suilor Mulva Jean Wallace Ralph Pieres Anadarko Caddo County Melva Jean C. Wallace Pierce Wallace FOMNG Cltahama City Melny Jean

Fitzhugh Next for Play Day Program

Fitzhugh hosts a Play Day program by the Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with local communities on May 7 at 8 p.m. Mrs. A Baker of Fitzhugh chairs the arrangements. About 300 attendees expected. proceeds go to the community hospital. The Coolgate event follows on May 28 at the high school auditorium.

Pada Chamter of Commerce Pitghuzh Sehook Wyrreriesignts A. &. Baker Fitzhugh Jcoramittwe Capeds Coolgate Conngate Hospital Cmmmmittert Stonewall Cummerce

Cartwright Okays Progressive Filing in Oklahoma

In Oklahoma City on May 2, Cartwright Suda, secretary of state, ruled three protests against the Progressive Party admissible. Party leaders denied any communist ties and said the party will appear on the 1945 ballot unless the Oklahoma Supreme Court blocks the ruling. Attorney Edward M. Bow said an appeal to the state supreme court would be filed.

Qalamoma City Cartwright Sudahome Thef Progressive Party Oklahon Henne Cy Altacw Rad Stitigwits Shadkist Bik Ct Pehairman the = re Edward M. Bow Fone A. B.ooar Oklahoma City Oklahoma Supreme Court Supreme Court

FREON IN MIND BIDDLE HUTCHINSON PRISONER TO BE RETURNED

May 71 in Hutchinson Kas GP James Clark to be paroled from Indiana State prison and returned to the Tate reformatory on a detainer. State board of administration informed superintendent Roy Prost that Clark formerly used the name Roy Brown and escaped in 1929. Likely transfer to the state prison at Lansing. May 11-17, Mangum Okla. Greer County dairy show scheduled this week.

Hutchinson Kas James Clark Indiana State Tate Te Wee Ie Roy Prost State Board of Administration Clark Roy Brown Broxy Lansing Car

Two Life Termers Escape and Are Recaptured

Two inmates serving life for murder escaped from a Oklahoma prison and were tracked by bloodhounds after a 10 hour pursuit. Ea Moevell, 43, and Jack Whitehead, 49, were spotted by a Hartshorne resident and chased by a posse including state patrol, deputies, and local police. They surrendered near Hartshorne after being corralled on foot through wooded lanes following an earlier abduction of a farmer who was released after warning authorities.

Mcalester Ori Tote Ea Moevell Jack Whiteiead Hartshorne BE. Morgan Morgan Pittburg County Barrakorne

Instruction for Officers of PTA and City Meeting

Instruction for new PTA officers and city school representatives will be held at Junior High School on Wednesday afternoon. The session aims to train officers in their duties during the coming period and is expected to be attended by city councils and all units.

PTA Cumming Gekoo

Strike Ends For Chicago Stockhandlers As Union Accepts Wage Rise

Chicago stockyards workers vote to end threatened strike after Local 62 of the Stockhandlers union accepts a contract raising wages by two cents retroactive to last week. About 400 members perform unloading weighing and cattle handling at the yards. In Altus Okla Lannie Hughes elected president of Southwest Roundup Club with Charley Ronn as VP and Joe Mimor as member. secretary Temale Bailey rejected. Anadarko Okla voters consider two school levy questions on maintenance and new construction. In Edmond Okla Dr Oliver Hodge to deliver spring commencement at Central State College on May 20.

Chicago Weeek Monaghan Wich Tromar Momaghar Altus Okle Lannie Hughes Southwest Roundup Club Charley Ronn Joe Mimor Temale Bailey Edmonel Ohi Olver Hodge Central State College

Reford Bond Praised Again by Home Newspaper in Candidacy bid

Friends in Lacad push Reford Bond for re nomination to the Corporation Commission as the Democratic primaries approach. The Chickasha Press lauds Bond’s long service, legal career, and proven record in public utility issues, arguing he deserves re election to continue efficient state service.

Reford Bond Lacad Cratic Bond Chickasha Bypress Chickasha Bonds Grace County Keford Bond Corporation Commission Olahoma Pew Bord Sssinrr Carter Kira Keepime

Oklahoma Supreme Court Opinions Summary May 11

State Supreme Court opinions from Oklahoma include rulings affirming George Powler and partners against Clyde Carter and others, upholding Commercial Stemdare Insurance matters, and affirming Chadwell partners in several cases. Reversals occurred in Southwestern Bell Telephone Company v Owen Ward, and Emma I. Mesd v J E Hllame with remands. Estate and divorce actions noted in Billie Richard Chew and Casey matters.

Oklahoma George Powler Clyde Carter Will Caster Boston Cheasers Ralph Johnson Tulsa Countty Affirmed Commercial Stemdare. Insurance Company John F. Jordan Commercial Sanderd Insurance Agency Carroll Mf. Jabustry and Greeves Reeder Charles MM. Seuttle A. Hen. Chadwell Seattle Chadwell Oflshoma County Southwestern Bell Telephone Company Owen Ward Seminole County Emma I. Mesd J. E Hellame Oklahoma County Billie Richard Chew William David Chew Arthur Cox Richard Che S Fottewatomice Iounty Lester S. Casey

Russians Excited Over Peace Discussion News

May 31 Moscow reports that Russia and the United States show willingness to discuss a peace plan. Citizens gather at stands as editions announce a US suggested meeting to ease Soviet American tensions. The Soviet government signals favorable view and intends to continue building ties with Eastern European nations.

Endy Gilmore Moscow Fugsta Jabad Russia Amérian Radio United States Ressiim U.S. A Rele Jong Pass Pows Agency

Man Made Lakes Threaten Early Culture Relics

Smithsonian official warns that new reservoir projects endanger ancient sites across multiple basins. Buggs Island on the Roanoke is a key early culture ruin at risk, dating up to 115 000 years ago, with Allatoona Georgia and Center Hill Tennessee also cited for urgent archaeological studies.

Washington Acetica He. Roberts, Jr Smithsonian Institutions Ide National Servic Advisory Board Swift Xen Mmst Phoddahalsi Roberts Buggs Island Roanoke River Virginia North Arolinimis United States Allatoona Perth Caney Fork River

Turner Suffering Laryngitis Forces Schedule Change

Oklahoma City May report notes Turner has laryngitis causing him to miss or alter engagements. He was slated to address the Interstate Gas Compact Commission meeting he attended, with plans to attend two more Enid city sessions midweek, affecting public events and schedule with officials.

Turner Onlahoma City al Kearyamutia Geos J. Firmer Inter State Gas Compact Commission Turner i Enid Covie Clts

Graduation Season At Marsh High School

Fifteen seniors graduate from Marsh High School this year with Commencement at the district auditorium. Hugh Norris of East Central will give the commencement sermon, and Georgia McElroy offers the salutatory address.

Marsh High School High School Hugh ‘Norris East Central

Tupelo Graduation Plans Announced By Sponsor Tupelo Eoward

Tupelo Eoward Aséndorf, sponsor of the Tupelo senior class, announces the graduation program to be delivered by Rev J and Land Sunday at 1 30 am in the high school auditorium. J K Treadwell of East Central will be principal speaker for the commencement on Friday May 21 at pm.

Eoward Aséndorf Tupelo Rev. J. & Land J. K. Treadwell East Central Aubrey Archer, Jr W. D. Longen, Jr Margin & Step

Sulphur Club Holds Final Meeting of the Year

Sulphur Soresis concluded its club year with a 2 May breakfast at the Oklahoma School for the Deaf. Home economics girls of Sulphur High attended as guests. officers and committees were announced and plans set for next year. The group honored Mrs. W. C. Botland and the yearbook committee was appointed with changes to meeting nights noted.

Sulphur High Gehog Oklahoma School For Deaf Milfred Vaughan Misa Eliz Fabeth MaCteary Tack

GM Cuts Price on Household Appliances

Detroit news reports General Motors cuts price by five percent on household appliances and similar reductions apply to small electric motors used in appliances. Frigidaire division in Dayton, Ohio confirms production of electric refrigerators, washers, dryers, water heaters and washing machines at models affected by the price cut. In a separate note, police seek a culprit tied to vandalism at a local movie theater, described as the work of a likely man lacking self-control after an incident involving a person on the theater roof.

Detroit Generalators Corp General Motors Gms Frigidaire Division Dayton Ohio Witances

Ada Area Sees Another Downpour Amid Wet Monday

Rain drenched Ada and surrounding areas through Monday into Tuesday with totals rising past three inches. Durant reported four inches in 24 hours, the day’s heaviest rainfall in Oklahoma, as eastern and southeastern towns posted lingering showers and cooler highs in the forties and fifties.

Durant Oklshoens Guyon Meddluster Ardmore

Kibitz at Safe Distance During Pipeline Clean Up

In San Pedro California on May 1 Edward Farrell vowed any future sidewalls work will be done at a safe distance as workers cleaned a 24 inch pipeline used to dredge harbor material. A pipe blast injured an observer who received chest injuries at San Pedro Emergency Hospital. In Oklahoma an All Breed Dairy Show was held with Norris Frenkel of Haskell, Route 2, crowned queen.

San Pedro Calif Edward Farrell Ferrell Darvell Usroger Okla Oklahoma Norris Frenelx Haskell

Fitzhugh Graduation Exercises Held for Fitzhugh Seniors

Graduation events for Fitzhugh seniors detailed with processional by Mary Edna Crisp and valedictorian Wanda Wingard. Commencement May 13 in the high school auditorium, speeches by Frank Destmart and Thomas P. Daniel, awarding diplomas by Supt Fletcher Watson, invocation by Rev Brady, class members listed.

Fitzhugh Nelson Highk ‘School Mary Edna Crisp Brady Frank Destmart Selstatorian Betty Sullivan Laura Walker Calas Bary Etter Gurley Wanda Wingard Thomas P. Daniel Fletcher Watson Tha Benedtotiom Rev. Brady Leroy Boyles Frank Dearman Royce Phillips Davis Joyce Huikunt Willige Brady Howard Morgan Yom Standridge Mary Ellen Gurley Yaelma Ray- Iner Betty Wingard

Ada Attorneys on Law Review Group Formed at OU

Norman May 12 Four Ada Attorneys join the Oklahoma Law Review group at the University of Oklahoma School of Law. Orel Busby chairs the group with Jacke Du Cons H G Orton and Vernon B Roberts named members. First issue due May 15 will mimic leading law journals and include expert reviews and significant recent decisions for Oklahoma lawyers.

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