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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1944
Page
4
The Ada Evening News records its publishing schedule and historical consolidation notes. It notes weekly Thursday editions, mail subscriptions, and editorial offices in Ada Oklahoma, with references to former titles and consolidations across local papers.
An editorial argues for reelecting Lyle H. Boren to Congress, noting his long tenure and committee influence. It warns Democrats must stay engaged and Republicans must work to prevent a turnout failure like 1920, stressing Boren’s incumbency and district voting history.
The author contrasts ancient ingenuity with modern invention, notes how power shapes progress, and warns that strong centralized government invites risk. He argues a postwar Pacific policing approach, with each nation handling its own islands after Japan’s defeat, aided by allied forces as needed.
Generators on a large U.S. battle ship could supply electricity to a city the size of Newark New Jersey, easing wartime power demands. Officials claim the ship’s plant could provide a major boost to civilian grids during shortages and blackouts.
A sermon urges a decisive life stance choosing faith in God and service to others. It argues major life problems hinge on that choice, then on steadfast faith and overcoming doubt, followed by lifelong service, echoing Jesus and historic thinkers.
Jokes illustrate balance in bookkeeping with a wife tracking expenditures and a cattleman who writes off a lone steer to balance his books. The tales aim to humor readers about how many methods exist to achieve a perfect balance between income and outlay.
The article mixes notes on a potential U S Senate debate between Democratic and Republican nominees, recalls Oklahoma gubernatorial contests from 1910 with Brant Kirk and Lee Cruce, notes Murray’s later governorship, and pays tribute to Phil Kennamer. It also comments on Governor Kerr's parole, German wartime positions, Allied needs, and a Chinese proverb on uprightness.
Gov. Thomas E. Dewey outlined a postwar tax plan aiming to raise national income to 150 billion dollars while cutting peacetime taxes for individuals and firms. He urged simplified laws, a complete revenue overhaul, and a shift toward full employment with lower rates, criticizing current complexity and wartime taxes.
A traveler recalls meeting an Oklahoma Field Artillery Second Lieutenant on a crowded train to Washington. They discover shared WWI connections, meet in Oklahoma, and discuss Irish heritage and Boston’s Irish legacy, with remarks on local politics and hospitality.
An Oct 3 Tokyo communique reports Japan invading Fukien province on China's east coast to block possible American coastal landings. Foochow foreigners face transport limits. a 60 mile eastern gap in Kwangsi could be shut to link Hongkong with Manchuria. Observers note possible drives on Sian and Chungking from north and south.
The Chickasaw Choctaw confederacy will meet in Ardmore to pick delegates for a conference with a Washington committee in Oklahoma City November 21. The talks cover Indian coal and asphalt lands and related matters.
Oklahoma City is set to broadcast an address by Senator E. H. Moore to the Oklahoma County Republican Woman's club on October 9 via statewide hookup. The event highlights party activities and statewide communication efforts.
Tecumseh Police Chief D. D. Shelley sold the old Potawatomi county jail to the city of Tecumseh for 650 dollars after paying the county last week. The building was to be torn down and materials used for a new city jail or fire station. Norman hosts Oklahoma interscholastic track meet May 12.
Claude Beaver, 18, who escaped Friday from Granite reformatory, was captured in Chickasha last night, the highway patrol reported.
In Des Moines on October 4 an open toed shoe met a rough plank crossing injuring Joan De Moss. A sliver pierced her toe causing an infection and the city council approved a $44.50 payment to cover the doctor bill.
Classified ad notes higher returns on vested Ada investments. It highlights increased earnings and revised terms for investors, with emphasis on fiduciary protections and payout timelines. The notice underscores favorable rates and appeals to existing holders seeking better value.
DeWitt MacKenzie argues China cannot win without a major Allied operation to open a supply route. He notes limited American aid, heavy Chinese losses, and the need for a southern coast invasion or Malay Peninsula seizure, while praising U S air and sea support and the 14th Air Force as vital aid.
Washington October 4 The army reports the promotion to captain of three Oklahoma first lieutenants Robert Ann Wells Enid William A Loy Norman and Gene Allan Barker Durant Advanced to first lieutenant were James Henry Ball De Gruchy Stillwater and Rex Mc Curtain Lester Jr Oklahoma City Called to active duty were Lt Glenn Wendelle Cosby Alva and Lt Charles David Bodine Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Governor Kerr in a statewide broadcast blames Republican leadership for unpreparedness before Pearl Harbor. He cites 1940 and 1941 votes against the selective service act and accuses Dewey and others of sabotaging mobilization while defending Roosevelt from claims of inaction. He also questions Gen. Hershey’s demobilization statement.
Crewmen say their vessel could do without its aircraft detector unit as the ship’s mascot Black Beauty barks at plane motors early, before human ears hear them. The veteran dog, with 27 convoy trips, has campaign ribbons and is rated “airplane detector, first class.”
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