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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1948
Page
4
The Ada Weekly News reports on reader responses to a prior editorial, noting a lack of complaints and a flood of appreciation letters. Editors warn opinions may provoke disagreement and acknowledge possible future misfires in what appears to be a cautious reflection on community reaction.
The piece discusses wage expectations and price recoveries, noting near full support for wage gains and prewar price levels. It highlights the pivotal role of production increases to raise incomes, and cites coal, railroad, and auto disputes, elections looming in July, and farm crops as a global concern, with Greece and other nations cited as access barriers for reliable information.
The state high court ruled Justice Riley cannot seek both the state supreme court seat and the United States Senate. Filing for the Senate required withdrawal from the court, leaving him with no viable office. Nine justices supported the decision, urging legislative clarification in future sessions.
An old editorial warns that candidates in campaigns will not know every future bill or change, so voters should accept uncertainty. It notes promises may clash with later realities, and emphasizes integrity, prudence, and cautious support for favored policies. It references education funding debates and the risk of federal control.
The article reports on Soviet claims of peace moves while pressing Western Europe and Finland. It notes Moscow’s continuing campaign to blur U S public judgment, justify intervention in elections, and constrain Western alliances. Finland defies Soviet pressure by dismissing a communists aligned minister after a parliament vote of censure.
Washington May 24 In his memoirs former secretary of state Huil Roberts Jr argues that long range policies of Germany and Japan pointed to war by 1935 and that he urged Rearmament under Roosevelt. The memoirs cover two volumes over more than two million words and discuss relations with Roosevelt’s family and other figures, while criticizing certain U.S. decisions and policies.
A historical overview of state sales taxes highlights Oklahoma as a two cent rate example with $26,087,038 raised in a fiscal year. West Virginia led sales tax revenue in 1971, while several states repealed or raised rates over time. The piece notes concerns about tax fairness, regional effects, and potential increases in Oklahoma, with opposition from the Oklahoma Public Expenditures Council citing recession risks and economic impact on border counties and families.
Oklahoma City May 195? Attorney General approved two municipal bond issues totaling 129,995. City of Atoka 75000 sewer improvements and 50000 works improvements. Cotton County graded school district five 64285 for transportation equipment. Americans spent 6779000000 on alcoholic beverages in 19--.
New Bethel Baptist church at Baym Woe hosts revival starting Sunday May 23 for two weeks. Elder Watters of Lovelady, a Pine Bluff pastor, is slated to preach daily at 2000 and 730 pm, praised for simple sincere messages.
East Central and Horace Mann high school seniors begin graduation week with a baccalaureate service in the college auditorium. Dr C Morris pastor of First Baptist Church of Aca gave the sermon urging adherence to a straight Christian path and contrasting faiths with orthodox Christianity. The largest crowd in years attended the service. BE Nelson of Easy Central will give the common coments speech. Horace Mann graduates host events. Dr H G Bannett, former president of Oklahoma A and M College, will deliver commencement remarks for East Central college seniors.
In Brankfurt Germany in May a5-Gs training flights by American Bly superfortress bombers from Germany to Drahras Saudi Arabia were suspended due to unsettled conditions along the route. A spokesman tied the halt to the Arab-Israeli war and warned bombers near the battle zone could be misread by opposing sides. The report notes the first US cepsus taken in 1400) Hsledt 3,803,835 persons.
Chicago workers return to most plants after a 10 day strike ending at Wil son and Company Cudahy Park ing Co and others. About 90,000 United Packing rhouse Workers ended the walkout, accepting a nine cent hourly raise while still pressing for re employment terms at Wilson. Police noted large gate gatherings but limited entry at several plants.
An Oklahoma governor denounces backing by a state political machine and pledges no involvement with any candidate's campaign. He clarifies his stance on primaries, public service, and future political action as he discusses business growth and legal incorporation trends in Oklahoma.
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