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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1948

Page

2

Krug Urges Oil Play Southward

Krug calls for expanding oil exploration southward, urging development in Central America as a path to broader enterprise. He notes vast air resources and questions who should administer the venture, with government involvement debated. Turner and a Venezuelan official spoke at the opening ceremonies.

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Body of Clarida Returned From Africa Battle

The report details the death and return of a serviceman named Clarida after fighting in Africa. His mother received notice of his death and he was buried in a local cemetery. The article notes the family’s anticipation and arrival back in the United States.

Clarida Africa Wesley M Vere

Delegates Named by Democrats Amid Mixed Reported Lists

Readable fragments indicate Democratic delegates named across multiple counties with several named individuals and local officials mentioned. The text lists potential delegates and references party roles, with unclear connections to specific counties or formal actions.

Gale Staller in Serious Condition

A local report describes Gale Staller in serious condition after an incident in aflie Indiana. Details are unclear with garbled text but reference to a Saturday event and an arrival to Canada late Saturday. The report mentions a statue feature and measurements nearby, with uncertain specifics.

Gale Staller

Negro Man Injured In Hit By Truck On Highway

Negro man Moses was injured Saturday night when struck by a half ton truck north of Acre. He was rushed to Watley View Hospital as police investigated the accident scene. The report notes he had been ducking back across the highway prior to the impact.

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Workman Injured Here Saturday

John Riley, a painter, was pinned between a butt of a pole and a wooden A frame behind a truck cab during a Saturday accident on Broadway. He was taken to Valley Spits hospital for observation as construction on a conduit unroad project continues nearby.

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Ford to oppose wage boost demand in strike talks

Oklahoma City May 15 Ford Motor Co faces union pressure over a 30 cent hourly raise proposal. Ford vice president John Bugas said the company would fight wage increases while outlining five specific proposals in the ongoing bargaining with United Steelworkers officials. The next meeting between Ford officials and the union is set to continue as talks resume.

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Peanut Company Plans Expansion of Facilities

Bales, a key manager in the Ada Peary company owned by Roy Greer and R La Munyon Jr., announces a planned expansion before next fall. A new building cost about 40000 dollars in 1987, with warehouse space and shelting department upgrades. The firm has shipped most of its 3500 tons of peanuts to manufacturers, while some top peanuts are being prepared for reshipment.

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City Zoning Board and Council Discuss City Improvements

Members of the city zoning commission met with the city council city manager and city engineer to discuss improvement plans for the water distribution and sewage systems including gathering lane. The commission affirmed the meeting was private and no announcements were ready.

City Foster McGwain Lewis Lowe Hugh Norris Roy Lallar L. L. Leason

Mother of Roy Fry Dies On Saturday

The mother of Roy U Fry died at home in Iola Kansas on Saturday afternoon around 3 o'clock. Survivors include Power aang Ray fei Charles a Hall and Geoves Wi of the home address plus ruwhard A. The item notes her long residence in the community and mentions a future Morigny event and athletic award context.

Roy Fry

Stuart High to Graduate Seven Students at 1948 Commencement

Stuart High announces seven members of the graduating class will take part in the commencement exercises on May day. Superintendent F.C. Lewis notes both West and Arthur will speak at the ceremony. Named seniors include Zora Bowers Glenm West Stanley Acthw Leon Adams Billy Buck Otto G Johnson and Joe Crossweich.

Stuart High School West Stanley Sorthur James Arthur F.C. Lewis Arthur Will Spade Zora Bowers Glenm West Stanley Acthw Leon Adams Billy Buck Otto G. Johnson Joe Crossweich

More Trouble For This Young Apache

An Anadarko Oklahoma report notes a 16 year old Apache youth Ralph Prince was taken into custody following an attempted abduction of a 4 year old girl. Deputy Marshal Jas per Saunkeah handled the case and the youth faced charges after a suspended five year sentence was revoked for gasoline theft. Federal authorities announced the revocation and ongoing county action.

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Gromyko Leaves U.N. as Soviet Diplomacy Faces Gap

Andrei Gromyko, the Soviet Union’s longest-serving U.N. delegate, departs leaving a void in Security Council diplomacy. Analysts note his veto legacy shapes Western relations and speculate on his replacement’s approach. era of consistent Soviet positions at Lake Success ends as he heads to Moscow for broader policy roles.

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CAA Develops Flight Safety Tests At Center

Civil Aeronautics Administration researchers at the Technical Development Center test airplane components to improve safety. They study wing sections engines and fuel tanks under extreme conditions using high speed cameras and fire tests. Findings aim to prevent bird strikes fuel fires and skin failures, leading to safer aircraft and reduced crash risks.

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Allen High Graduation To Anchor Record Class

One of Allen High’s largest classes will graduate May 27 with 38 seniors plus five ex servicemen earning diplomas by special tests. East Central State College official TOK Treadwell will deliver the commencement address. Class officers include Pat Miller president and Pat Miller valedictorian with Helen Rowe salutatorian.

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Young Adults Meet Form Fellowship at First Methodist

The First Methodist Young Adults gathered at Fleet cabin for potluck and began organizing a Young Adult Fellowship. Reverend Clargnne Ride led the invocation as Maury Teague led songs and Jo was warmly welcomed. A Friday May 23 meeting was set with Johnny Ffazlitt presenting new games. Attendees listed include Alois Lace, Margaret Clarks, Bettylow Nevins, Vera Goldsby, Orval Price, Lena Yagel, and Maury Teague among many others.

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Oklahoma Officials Plan Long Range Farming Meeting

Oklahoma City May 15 UF The state agricultural group will convene in Enid May 24 to discuss a long range program for Oklahoma farming. The Enid Chamber of Commerce will host and invite leading business and agricultural figures from northwest Oklahoma. Senator Paul Lowers chairs the communities committee and Representative A B Lavason of Ellis County serves as vice chair.

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Jews Ask U N To Stop Arabs In Palestine War

The Jewish Agency requests UN Security Council action to halt Arab invasions of Palestine and pledges to defend the new state. Arab spokesmen counter that Jews seek to restore order with armed force. The council holds an extraordinary session amid growing tensions. Dr Mordecai Eliash calls for strict sanctions if Arabs ignore cautions. The Zionist government reports Arab forces entering Palestine to restore order. Israel condemns the aggression as unprovoked.

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Johnston County Democrats Meet at Courthouse in Tishomingo

Johnston County Democrats convened Saturday at the courthouse in Tishomingo where J Gard Duncan presided and former Governor Murray urged unity and stronger precinct groups. Resolutions urged uninstructed votes on national and state conventions and criticized civil rights measures while praising highway improvements by local officials. Delegates listed include Duncan, Howell Cobb, Murray, Bailey, and Keltner. the county holds nine votes in the state convention.

Johnston County Tishomings Murray J. Gard Duncan Wapsnacke Pra Howell Cobb Tishaminge T. A. Kettner Murry Oklahoma Gerd Duncan Wapanucka Howell Cott W. A Murray W. A Murray, Sem Joe Bailey Cebit, W. F. Hughes, J. 4. Keltner, T. N. Keltner Tishomingo Foster Estes Coleman

Road Deaths In State Weekend Reported

Two more weekend fatalities raise Oklahoma highway toll to 148. Harold well Blackwell rider of a motorcycle died from injuries Thursday. Mrs Aldine Cobb 23 Freder ick died in a head on crash near Manitou Sunday. Curtis Chambers 19 Blackwell, the motorcyclist, suffered a broken leg and cuts. Five others injured in the Manitou wreck. Cobb survived by husband Andrea and her mother Mattie Taylor.

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Tishomingo Man Dead At Home

A Tishomingo boy named Jim Tryine eight years old was found dead at home Friday around 3 o clock. Funeral services were held Saturday morning with Rev. Jacek Worthy officiating. Taylor had lived in Tishomingo for a long time and left no relatives the authorities could learn.

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