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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1940
Page
8
Ada’s downtown lightposts are capped with plain buckets, leaving lamps dark for weeks. Locals joke about streetlamps wearing milk buckets and hiding their light, while residents insist the lamps will stay as they are despite the wish for illumination.
Washington reports a stark warning from military opinion on Philippine defense. The piece parallels Norway’s coastlines to Philippine distances and argues for an earlier exit before forceful removal, noting land based air power near shores as a key lesson and suggesting Allied sea power was slow to act.
The Netherlands ceased resistance across all but Zeeland as General Winkelman ordered a cease-fire to avoid further bloodshed. German forces quickly advanced, with Rotterdam Utrecht Amsterdam and The Hague under threat or already bombed, while Queen Wilhelmina proclaimed Holland would regain its territory in time.
The National Labor Relations Board ordered Phillips Petroleum Company's Okmulgee Oklahoma refinery to invalidate a three year old agreement and disestablish the employ er federation as the bargaining unit. The ruling impacts labor relations at the refinery and directs restructuring of representation as specified by the board.
Oklahoma agronomist Gernert urges planting sorghums early for grain to catch spring rains with dates from March 15 to July 15 while noting July delays may occur. For forage, plant by August 15 to September 1 to rely on late rains. Varieties Atlas Sumac and sweet sorghums suit eastern regions. combine milo suits western wheat belt. disease-resistant strains mentioned though not yet widely available.
Washington May 15. President Roosevelt outlines a modernized defense expansion plan. Navy would field 303 warships including 15 battleships with 145000 enlisted men and 10651 officers. The force would include 25000 marines and 1345 marine corps officers, 41992 enlisted reserves and 13769 reserve officers.
Stillwater May 15 Leroy Spencer of Freedom Oklahoma an Oklahoma A and M college student will return to the New York world's fair this year He has been employed by a national milk company as a staff member at the Dairy World of Tomorrow exhibit focusing on advanced scientific dairying with a herd of cattle Spencer was recommended for the job by A and M college authorities.
Shows for workers announced by a large Midlands munitions plant to boost night production. The plan hires cabaret acts to perform during the employees midnight lunch break, aiming to attract and entertain staff while increasing output.
Classified ad notes higher value from vested investments in Ada. Details indicate improved yields and terms for savers seeking reliable returns. Readers are prompted to compare rates and contact agents for options.
A rambling portrait of Oklahoma scenery and travel notes from a journalist. The piece mentions Hobart parties for Eddie Frost, prairie greens near Anadarko and Union City, water flowing in Two Hatchet Rainy Mountain and Stinking creeks, and a proposed trip to Ardmore Purcell Lexington Pauls Valley ADA and Pontotoc hills. It extols travel as a learning experience and hints at state economic life through filling stations.
Rafe Hoskins says a leap year does not significantly alter the marriage license market. He notes no notable uptick in applications or ceremonies linked to the extra day, reflecting typical yearly patterns.
Hobart druggist Scotty Grinell recounts Ursel Finch once a Cherokee journalist and California real estate player who gave up money for personal satisfaction. He notes Finch’s trout fishing and simple means as marks of success, alongside Judge Hal Johnson and George Towsley.
A farmer notes that low prices come when yields are large while costs rise for necessary purchases. He argues this imbalance justifies legislation to regulate markets. The verse frames agriculture economics and policy calls in a compact rural voice.
Lake Lawtonka now holds enough water to support a sizable fort garrison at Fort Sill, while other defense measures call for continued attention and resources.
Part of the ribald laughter is occasioned by Rep. Will Rogers. The scene captures a sharp reaction from a crowd as politicians and spectators echo Rogers' brand of wit during a public event.
Oklahoma congressmen told the House flood control committee floods on the Washita cost the state about 2.5 million dollars yearly and threaten 450000 acres. They urged 20 to 25 small dams along the river and tributaries rather than two to four large dams, seeking immediate authorization and starting work.
Stillwater Oklahoma May 15 Cultivation of shrub and flower beds after rains helps conserve soil moisture and curb weeds says J Lee Brown horticulture department Okla A and M College. Work soil when dry and remove weeds promptly to protect grass and flowers. Hand pulling or a small digger is advised as poisons risk harming desirable plants.
In Hobart on May 15, c. T. Suttle age 63 of Hobart and Effie Downey of Seminole were reunited after a 52 year separation. Mutual friends traced Downey, leading to a letter and a family reunion in Hobart attended by 25 relatives.
The Daily Express editorial warns that Germany’s victory in the Low Countries could let Britain lose control of the Atlantic and threaten invasion of America. It urges Americans to prepare on a scale never seen before.
New York organizers promise a reborn 1939 Fair amusements with Billy Rose and Mike Todd backing major acts. The Aquacade, Barbary Coast nightclub, Streets of Paris, Abbot and Costello, Gypsy Rose Lee, and a massive Dancing Campus headline a revived Gay White Way. Todd leads four Broadway ventures and a Mardi Gras style Gay New Orleans village to lure crowds, while the American Jubilee promises a giant revolving stage extravaganza. Rides remain, including the Parachute Jump, with a bustling spectacle planned across the fairgrounds.
United States surplus commodities officials bring the food stamp relief plan to Anadarko and find local leaders ready to support housing the headquarters. City and county officials will pay rent on the building, with four sites under consideration.
Ontario produces about 90 percent of Canada’s wine and operates 33 bottling plants.
Ada residents and visitors populate the day with fishing trips at Lake Clayton and Lake Murray while at home residents report health updates and newborns. Names include Leo Hennigan Preston O Neal Dwight Davis Wight Izard Leach Boukans Joels Bryan Day and Hayden with towns Ada McAlester Atoka Dallas and Lake Murray cited.
Mrs Bill Chase and Mrs Nelson of Konawa shopped in this city Tuesday. The brief item notes their visit and ties to Konawa.
Mr and Mrs Clyde C Barnes of 491 South Johnston welcomed a daughter born Tuesday May 14 at Valley View hospital. Mrs Russell B Patterson of Wewoka is spending the week in Ada visiting friends. Earl Yates of Dallas joined Mrs Yates and daughter Sara Sue here yesterday to visit Mrs Ruth King. Grady Miller of Allen was a business visitor in the city Tuesday.
Mrs Clara Gillock of 1201 South Cherry has returned from Dallas Texas where she recently underwent a major operation. She is reported to be improving rapidly.
Mrs Churchill Thomas returns to Norman after a short visit with her parents Mr and Mrs Z K McKay and other relatives and friends in the area.
Mr and Mrs T O Dandridge travel to Lake Murray near Ardmore for a week long fishing trip.
T. E. Tuggle of San Antonio was a business visitor in Ada Tuesday. Mrs. Glen Wahlstrom and her children Alice Ann and Carl from Midland arrived for a visit with Estelle Moore. Mrs. Wahlstrom is known here as Miss Estelle Moore. Mrs. J. L. Shaw and son James Edward plan to go to Dallas next weekend to join Mr. Shaw for a visit.
Miss Lillian Brooks and Miss Cora Faye Brooks leave Wednesday for a southern tour visiting New Orleans and then a Cuba cruise. They are joined by their sister Mrs Bill Harris of Hays Kansas. Hugh Barnes spends Wednesday at Lake Clayton near Antlers fishing.
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