Higher Costs Rise With Fewer College Students
The piece argues that college operating costs do not fall with enrollment declines due to fixed expenses and higher faculty salaries. With Oklahoma state funding pressed by war and demographic shifts, universities like OU and A M College face budget gaps as student numbers drop. It urges continued investment to maintain current quality and avoid slipping prewar gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma
M. College
Oklahoma System of Higher Education
Emergent Emergency Blues in Politics and Peace Plans
Burton Rascoe reflects on endless emergencies from 17 years under national emergency, urging Democrats to campaign on stability and a return to prosperity. He critiques cycles of crises and calls for a slogan promising rest, leisure, and fewer changes, echoing a desire to step back from perpetual urgency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton Rascoe
Seminole County
New York
Roosevelt
Monroe
Lessons From Korea On War And Training
The text notes that American forces face overwhelming numbers in Korea and North Koreans use modern equipment with surprising skill. It suggests Russian training may explain their efficacy and warns that widening conflict could test responses in future international relations.
Military strategy praised as brilliant in Korean War
The piece lauds MacArthur's Korean War tactics, comparing them to historic generals like Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, Caesar, and Washington. It notes a decisive November landing at Inchon followed by rapid advances, discusses supply line disruption near Seoul, and contrasts a retreating strategy with audacious moves. It also cites Churchill’s Dardanelles effort as a parallel note.
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MacArthur
Korea
Stonewall Jackson
Robert E. Lee
Caesar
Mediterranean Sea
Washington
Tuchon
Seoul
Pusan
Winston Churchill
Dardanelles
North Korea
We Need World Peace Through The United Nations
An editorial praises Senator Kerr for urging peace through the United Nations. It argues the UN is essential to prevent war, urges cooperation with both Orientals and Occidentals, warns against Russia as a hurdle, and stresses readiness to defend while pursuing lasting peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert S. Kerr
Washington
United Nations
Russia
Stalin
Asia
Islands
Pacific
Perfect Day in Song and Literature Questioning Weather and Mood
A reflective meditation on what makes a perfect day, asking whether clear skies or warmth matter, and whether indoor time with friends can still qualify as ideal. It probes how literature and song define a flawless day and invites concrete ideas beyond weather.
County official voices concern on longer term county terms
A county official expresses strong worry about a proposed initiative to extend county officers' terms from two to four years. The official advocates democratic participation and cautions against career-long incumbents similar to those described abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ussia
Korean War Closes Dollar Gap in U S Trade
New York reports the Korean conflict is narrowing the U S trade deficit as exports rise and imports fall. Analysts forecast dollar inflows will balance by Christmas, with defense needs pushing export controls and tariff talks under way in Torquay. Brazil shifts to dollar surplus as coffee prices soar, boosting U S machinery demand.
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New York
Sam
U. S
United States
Washington
Torquay
England
Latin-America
Brazil
Canada Frees Her Dollar From Peg
Ottawa reports Canada’s dollar is no longer fixed to the U S peg after a suspension of foreign exchange dealings. Finance Minister Douglas Abbott says rates will be set by supply and demand, with reserves cited as a factor. Imports of consumer bonds will be lifted January 2, and capital goods imports reviewed by Trade Minister C D Howe to time relaxations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Canada
Douglas Abbott
Abbott
Priory
U. S
United States
C. D. Howe
Valley View maternity ward set to open by December 1
Valley View hospital plans a tentative finishing date for its new maternity ward now set around October 25 with a possible opening on December 1. Hospital administrator Mrs Celeste Kenner notes the contractor may complete by October 15 if no difficulties arise and an Open House will follow. The auxiliary plans finishing touches to ready the building as a hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley View Hospital
Celeste Kenner
Valley View
Kemler
Generals’ pride and humility shine in Bradley and Gay
In Korea era reflections, author contrasts self-serving generals with Omar N. Bradley and Maj. Gen. Hobart R. Gay. Gay, once Patton’s chief of staff, proves a humane leader under fire, riding with troops to Taegu and sharing candid battle insights.
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Gen
Bradley
Korea
Gen. Gay
Omar Nelson Bradley
Hobart R. Gay
First Cavalry
George Patton
Moroccco
Sicily
France
Patton
Shy
Gay
Biography of Truman Reveals Inside White House
NEA previews Jonathan Daniels biography The Man From Independence with Truman's cooperation. The book quotes the president frankly on Byrnes and Marshall, covers Palestine policy influence, Pendergast era ties, and Truman’s youth, ending with publication by J. B. Lippincott at $3.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniels
Truman
White House
Douglas Larsen
NEA
Washington
Jonathan Daniels
Harry Truman
Jimmy Byrnes
Old Baruch
McCormicks
Hearsts
Scripps-Howards
Brynes
Marshall Truman
Marshall
Palestine
Raleigh
N. C
News and Observer
Josephus Daniels
Missouri - Kansas Country
Tom Pendergast
Pendergast
Birs
Harry
Bess Wallace
Bess
J. B. Lippincott Company
Former County Man Died In Texas
J. O. McMinn, 88, a farmer and school teacher in the Homer community for years, died Tuesday morning at Merkel, Texas. Services will be Thursday afternoon at Merkel. Survivors include his widow, five sons Leon of Pawhuska, Eustace, El Monte California, Juano of Barnsdall, Jack and Fred of Odessa, Texas, two daughters Mrs. Johnnie Weaver of Spurr, Texas, and Mrs. Blanche Feoff of Merkel.
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J. O. McMinn
Homer
Merkel
Tex
Leon
Pawhuska
Eustace
el Monte
Calif
Juano
Barnsdall
Jack
Fred
Odessa
Johnnie Weaver
Spurr
Blanche Feoff
New Wagoner editors take over Wagoner Tribune
The Wagoner Tribune and Record-Democrat changed hands today. Former editors Paul F. Miller and Phil Harris sold the weekly papers to William W. Frye and Frank Spence of Vernon Texas for an undisclosed sum. The new owners are University of Oklahoma graduates. The item about North Sea breakers seems unrelated to the local editorship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wagoner
Okla
Wagoner Tribune
Record-Democrat
Paul F. Miller
Phil Harris
William W. Frye
Frank Spence
Vernon, Tex
University of Oklahoma
Pockets of Pay Day Cheer At Camp Polk Base Saturday
Soldiers at CAMP POLK La enjoyed pay day with pockets jingling and Lt. Frank Fleet lending about 600 dollars to fellow soldiers. Morale rose after a tough training week amid rain and mud as wives visited the base seeking loved ones.
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Camp Polk
Frank Fleet
171St. Artillery
Fleet
Ted Clouse
Ft. Sill
John ‘Clayton
171St Artillery
Division Artillery Headquarters
Monte Comer
Bob Scott
Ferguson Attacks Murray Proposals For Oklahoma Industry Growth
Oklahoma City September 30. Republican governor candidate Ferguson denounces Democratic rival Johnston Murray's plan to attract industry via bonds for site development and a five year tax exemption. He calls bonds a hidden tax on property owners and accuses Murray of selling Oklahoma to special interests.
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Oklahoma City
Joe
Ferguson
Johnston Murray
Oklahoma
Heer Murray
Murray
Bra Losses In Brassiere Heist Netted Under 16 Thousand
Miami report shows J. M. Phillips of Southern Bell states losses from the Brassiere Brigade grand larceny charge will not exceed 15 860 dollars. Three girls allegedly stuffed pay station quarters into bras and fled the counting spot. others named as receivers. Bond posted, with I R Mills crediting the case. he estimates losses near 100 000 dollars based on a depositor’s claim of a five year span.
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Miami
Fla
J. M. Phillips
Southern Bell Telephone, Co
I. R. Mills
West Miami
Train Hits Pipeline in Oklahoma Gas Blast Injures Two
A Frisco work train along the Shamrock Oklahoma right of way struck a gas pipeline blast yesterday. Engineer William Boley of Tulsa and Fireman Phillip Morris of Sapulpa were hospitalized in Tulsa with injuries after a ditching apparatus hit the pipeline and sparked the explosion. Morris later released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shamrock
Okla
Frisco
William Boley
Tulsa
Phillip Morris
Sapulpa
Belgy
Morris
Victory But No Vengeance Policy Outlined For North Korea
The United States government will pursue victory without vengeance toward defeated North Korea. General MacArthur calls on surrendering North Korean troops to return home civilly, while leaders and some officers facing atrocities are to face stern justice. Officials expect many to flee to Red China or Soviet Russia as reconciliation efforts aims to stabilize Korea.
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Washington
United States
North Korea
Douglas MacArthur
MacArthur
Truman
United Nations
Red China
Soviet Russia
Korea
Don't Overlook Potato It's a Top Staple Food
Aneditor argues for the potato's role as a staple and nutritional aid in Ireland. He recalls its famine resilience, origin in New England settlers, and widespread cooking uses. Recipes include Savory Mashed Potatoes and Potatoes Au Gratin with practical steps and yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AY Edit
Barber
Ireland
New England
Clarence Ketter Improves Walking After Surgery
Clarence Ketter, 35, who has a lifelong limp from an eighteen year old motorcycle crash, was recently injured again in a traffic accident. Dr Harold Norris reports that resetting the cone may straighten the leg angle, potentially improving his ability to walk.
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Jacksonville
Clarence Ketter
Ketter
Harold Norris
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New Caledonia
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