Ada Evening News and Ada Weekly News History Notice
A historical note describes the Ada Evening News and Ada Weekly News publications from Ada Oklahoma, detailing consolidations with the Ada Weekly Democrat Pontotoc County Enterprise and Ada Star Democrat and noting mail delivery and office telephones. It lists publication cadence and post office classification.
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Ada
Oklahoma
The
News Publishing and Printing Coc
Ada Weekly Democrat
Pontotoc
Oklz
Propaganda in Force on Embargo Against Munitions
An analysis from Washington notes a strong propaganda push from organizations and others against repealing the war munitions embargo. Some oppose lifting it for patriotic reasons, while some industrialists would profit from European sales yet oppose lifting. The piece argues that the public views administration pressure as sufficient and urges peaceful resolution and flexible policy over rigid embargoes to avoid war.
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Washington
Europe
America
Americas must unite through inter American trade bonds
Amid debates on Panamanian diplomacy and postwar world order, the piece argues for solid, fair trade links among the 21 American republics, warning against short term profits and urging responsible credit, reciprocal commerce, and mutual defense to realize Bolivar’s dream of a peaceful, co equal Americas. It notes congressional focus on Alaskan fishing policy, the Alaskan fishery’s national importance, and questions about wartime naval battles.
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Americas
United States
Panama
Europe
Asia
Simon Bolivar
NEA
Forerunner of the King in Luke and Matthew
A Sunday School lesson discusses John the Baptist as forerunner to Jesus, noting their family ties and 30 years of preparation. It contrasts John’s ascetic wilderness life with Jesus’ Nazareth upbringing and emphasizes preparation versus fulfillment and the abundance of life in grace.
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John the Baptist
Judea
Heaven
Messiah
Jesus
John
Zacharias
Elizabeth
Mary
Luke
Matthew
Temple
God
Nazareth
Submarine Threat Debate Shapes Early European War
Analysts debate German submarine impact in the opening weeks of World War II. They argue torpedoes may prove less effective against British convoys, aided by escort ships and listening devices. If Britain maintains supply lines and Maginot defenses hold, continental Europe’s chances against Britain fade, though much remains uncertain.
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Europe
Winston Churchill
Germany
Great Britain
France
California Ham and Eggs plan eyed as social aid test
The piece critiques a California proposal to pay 202 dollars weekly to residents over 50, estimating annual costs by multiplying 52 by 30 and by 500 000 to 750 000 recipients. Economists deem the plan impractical, but supporters push imaginary money and voters may still pursue it as a test.
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California
Ada Leaders Here Emphasize Conventions Drive Growth
Ada Oklahoma hosts recent convention groups from two churches and expects teachers to attend this month. City officials praise conventions for bringing money and fresh ideas, and urge more gatherings to boost Ada's progress as the area invests in its water supply as a key future asset.
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Ada
Peace Now or War The Diktat of Poland's Fate
An editorial dialogue questions whether a peace with Hitler can be written now or later. It argues against immediate terms, urging courage to pursue a future where Nazism is not allowed to prevail. It asserts Poland’s loss may be reversible and warns against worldwide despotism. The piece ends urging decisive action to save civilization.
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Arthur Robb
Poland
Rhineland
Europe
Germany
Hitler
Munich
Mr. Robb
Tor
Napoleon I
Fang
Claw
Britain
France
America
Oil wells update across Oklahoma counties this week
In Garvin county L C Thorpe and H S Reese No 1 Clark south of Stratford drill past 300 feet in a wildcat once listed as No 1 Clay. Osborn No 2 Harris top Gilcrease sand 2235 feet test with Halliburton deep. pipe likely set Oct 4. Stanley Rogers et al No 1 Scott near Hughes county opens new pool delivering 300 barrels daily. fishing for water at Allen progress reports.
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W. B. Osborn
Harris
Halliburton
Garvin County
L. C
Thorpe
H.S. Reese
Clark
CSW
Stratford
Seminole County
Konawa
J. L. Lioyd
Hughes County
Allen
Stanley Rogers Et al No
Scott
Sasakwa
Fish Pools
Alcorn No
SE NE
Howard
NW SE
South Fitts
Simpson Roadhouse
Prices Of State's Farm Output Rises
Oklahoma farm products posted the sharpest advance in years for the 30 days ending Sept. 15. Wheat rose to 69 cents a bushel, corn 54 cents, lint cotton 84 cents a pound, hogs 86.60 per hundredweight, beef cattle 5.50, veal calves 8.20. The gains followed the wartime demand surge.
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Oklahoma City
UPI
Oklahoma
Papermeet, of Agriculture
Europe
Four Navy cadets die in Memphis noted as sad loss
A Memphis column laments four U S Naval Academy cadets killed and mourned, contrasts wartime aims with hopes to stop conflict, and urges Americans to seek peace by enjoying life while noting political shifts from London to Moscow and local autumn scenery.
South America Seeks Open Lanes Amid War Zone
In Buenos Aires month long study shows Britain’s blockade pressuring German shipping as Latin America weighs a safety zone. September traffic saw three German freighters sunk and mixed moves by German and British vessels, with British arrivals and departures near the prior month’s levels.
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Buenes Aires
South American
Latin America
Panama
Buenoss Aires
Britain
Germany
South America
Buenos Aires
WPA Adds More To Payroll in State
The Works Progress Administration added 4,203 workers in Oklahoma today, authorized by national headquarters amid the fall drought. Oklahoma City district gained 1,677 jobs, Tulsa 1,324, Enid 552, McAlester 1,313, and Hobart 117, totaling 4,953 employed but with a statewide total drop of 750, yielding a net increase of 4,203.
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Oklahoma City
CPI
The
Works Projects Administration
Oklahoma
Ron Stephens
National Headquarters
Oklahoma’ City
Tulsa
Enid
McAlester
Hobart
Stephens
German warning urges U S ships to avoid suspicious behavior
The Munich warn that American vessels should not alter course zigzag or show delays when approached by German forces in British or French waters. Officials linked the message to President Roosevelt and Hull cautions on traveling near belligerents. Neutral ships accused of evading German rights and provoking suspicion by improper conduct.
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Washington
Maritime Commission
State Department
Hull
United States
Roosevelt
Astate Department
Germany
England
France
Crude Production Across States Falls Week Ended Sept 30
Oil and Gas Journal reports U S crude output dropped 29 022 bpd to 3 647 404 for the week ending Sept 30 with declines in Oklahoma Texas Louisiana California and several eastern fields while Illinois Michigan and Rocky Mountain areas show gains Oklahoma production fell 10 025 bpd to 387 525 barrels daily and Texas overall dropped 10 302 to 1 485 090 bpd with state gains in Illinois 4 151 and Michigan 1 113.
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Tulsa
United States
Oil and Gas Journal
Michigan
Rocky Mountain
Oklahoma
East
Texas
Louisiana
California
Kansas
Eastern
Oklahoma City
Tka
Seminole Fields
Kansan
Arkansas
Minolta
Senator M. M. Logan Dies at 64 in Washington
Senator M. M. Logan of Kentucky died of a heart attack at about 2:30 this morning. A 64 year old Democrat, he had served in the Senate since 1931 and held key posts on the military and judiciary committees. He is survived by three sons and a daughter.
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Washington
M. M. Logan
D-Ky
Senate
Judiciary Committee
Claims Committee
Logan
State Tax Commission
State Court of Appeals
Zinc Ore Price In Sharp Advance
Zinc ore jumped $2 a ton to $44 in the Tri Fate market in Miami Oklahoma today the highest since late September 1937. Smelters took all available 1700 tons with output rising to 7 840 tons the best in 17 weeks Lead ore held at $81 to $67 per ton amid strong demand Kansas Exploration's Zazzett mill to resume next week after eight years idle.
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Miami
Okla
Kansas Exploration Company
Ada News
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ADA Weekly News
Wm. D. Little
Congressional
Alaska
BP Yili
Adolf Hitler
Osborn
Thorpe-Reese
Lloyd
Memphis
U. S. Naval Academy
Moscow
London
Berlin
Stalin
Audi
WPA
French
Illinois
Rockies
Senator Logan
Kentucky
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