Election observations on voter trends and bonds repeal
An analysis notes only one county, Coal, voted for repeal and against building bonds. Many counties rejected bonds, with Pontotoe near split on votes. Rural counties largely opposed repeal while cities favored it, suggesting rural opposition to Prohibition. Observers credit improved voter care and recall a ballot-order reform post statehood.
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Wwe
Coal
Atoka
Beaver
Beckham
Bryan
Caddo
Choctaw
Coton
Elis
Grant
Harmon
Jackson
Jefferson
Johnston
Kingfisher
Kiowa
Lacimer
McIntosh
Major
Marshall
Okfuskee
Pawage
Pittsburgh
Pushmataha
Roger Mills
Washita
Woods
Pontotoe
Border
Oklahoma
Business recovery and service focus after shortages
People return to normalcy as lines disappear and hotels seek guests. Businesses push for better service while production catches up with demand. Many merchants credit courteous handling and attention to small details for improving life, noting earlier scarcity forced reliance on less experienced staff.
The Rising Price Cycle Hurts Savings Value
The piece notes that high price levels cut the real value of guaranteed dollar income from investments. A $10,000 government or corporate bond bought before the war yields the same nominal return but buys only half as much goods now. Cashing at purchase price still leaves the investor unable to buy as much as before. If prices rise further, savers lose more, though some benefit from price increases as well.
Global power contest threatens world war outcome
The piece argues Russia cannot match Western powers in military might even with atomic weapons. It warns a united Western alliance could prevent defeat, but a world war would devastate Europe and the United States. It notes air-delivered bombs outpace current defenses and stresses the ruinous potential of a large-scale conflict.
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Russia
Europe
United States
Inflation and the perils of higher demand
The piece argues that President Truman’s proposal to raise the dollar volume of business from 200 to 300 billion dollars would trigger widespread inflation. It contends that higher prices would erode savings and fixed incomes, devalue land cattle and securities, and undermine living standards, while noting a paradox in seeking price controls yet promoting inflation. It questions the economists advising the president.
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Truman
Congress
Oklahoma voters reject repeal of prohibition again
The Oklahoma electorate keeps the dry stance by about 50,000 votes, with emphasis on stricter enforcement and temperance education. Governor Turner earns praise for advancing safe school buildings while a shift in Russian Yugoslav relations hints at a broader geopolitical split.
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Oklahoma
Turner
Churchill Attacks Labour Policies in Parliament Speech
The speech criticizes Britain's Labour government, urging tax cuts to spur work and fewer regulatory restraints on private enterprise. It notes an American influence in royal affairs and mocks lavish spending for politicians, suggesting Americans win from naval and social exchange, while commenting on costs of leisure and political payoffs.
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Winston Churchill
America
Senate Drive Opened to Jack Up Farm Price Support Levels
In Washington on October 4 UPI reports Senator Young proposes raising farm price supports for wheat corn cotton and other staples. Democratic Leader Lucas warns against overdoing guarantees while Anderson seeks sliding scale at 19 to 90 percent parity. Brannan plan discussed as substitute. debate centers on protecting farmers without triggering collapse.
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Senate
John Ceadwick
Washington
UPI
Young
R-Nd
Lucas
Tllinois
Anderson i
Russell
D.ga
Home
Anderson
Elmer Thomas
Doxla
Senate Agriculture Committee
Giant
Brannan
Thomas
Producers Act
Ada Mirror: Posture Week Promotes Natural Beauty
Ada readers see a feature on National Posture Week urging natural beauty through good posture and sensible eating. It notes fashion influences, critiques high heels and rigid poses, and mentions Miss Jones at East Central Hygiene College for posture study. A druggist reports rising minor ailments amid season changes.
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Hollywood
Miss Jones
East Central Hygiene Cow College
More for Your Money in Leather Accessories This Season
Leather goods offer top quality, diverse colors, and style impact in bags belts gloves and footwear. Calf leather remains long wearing with metal decorated belts and high price gloves. sheath finishes and spray coverings extend life. Special leather cleaners help preserve color and durability as supply remains ample and prices stay reasonable.
Political echoes and labor, wartime quotes mix
Amid scattered quotes the text blends calls for anti communism within CIO and AFL leadership shifts with remarks from Bishop Dibelius and novelist Adamov. It notes strong employment, high incomes, and savings records while hinting at broader political currents and foreign policy anxieties. The automotive line adds a mundane tech aside.
Navajo Boy Makes Heap Big Jump in Education
The Navajo youth Charlie DeJolie grows from sheep herder near Kaibeto to a scholarship student at Phillips Exeter Academy. After five years at Tuba City and Albuquerque Indian School, he earns a full expense scholarship on trial basis, plans to study law to aid his people.
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Howard Aryan
NEA
Albuquerque
N. M
Charlie DeJolie
Kaibeto
Ariz
Tegay
Charlie
Tuba City
Prulling Seneres Academy
Exet
Hisather
Tuba
Albuquerqué
Phillips Exeter Academy
DeJolie
New York City
Grand Canyon
New England
Cedar Grove All Night Singing At Cedar Grove School
Cedar Grove near Francis hosts an all night singing on Saturday October 15 inviting everyone to attend. Last event drew over a thousand people with quartets from four states, and this year organizers promise more participants. Details to follow as plans are announced.
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Cedar Grove
Francis
UNICEF Moves 5000 Tons Of Aid To War Affected Europe
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund shipped five thousand tons of food and goods to nine European countries in one week to mark its second anniversary. The aid included dried milk, penicillin from the United States, vitamin capsules from Canada, and milk, margarine, meat and soap from New Zealand. The report also notes a scientific fact about earthworms having ten hearts and both male and female organs.
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Lake Success
United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund
United States
Canada
New Zealand
Latta 4-H girl Janet Taylor to attend American Royal Expo
Pontotoc county 4 H member Janet Taylor and adult leader Mrs Vivian Crusan will represent Pontotoc at the American Royal exposition in Kansas City Missouri October 15 to 19. Taylor earned selection for her outstanding 4 H record including local and state contest wins. The county Home Demonstration Council will fund their trip, the first official Pontotoc delegation to the event.
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Pontotoc County
Kansas City
Juanita Floyd
Janet Taylor
Latta
Vvian Cruson
Miss Taylor
Martha Mote
HDA
Ralph Taylor
Floyd Poultry Farm Neat
Ada
Taylor
Enid
Janet
Fittstown Community News Highlights Local Life
Local families report good catches on Little Glassy Lake and other spots. Visiting guests include Mrs. Fred Fox’s daughter from Birmingham and Evansville visitors. Church and club activities feature a Baptist Bible study, a farewell party for Mrs. Audria Fielder, and a Jolly Workers gathering with crystal gifts. School news from McLish and Ada areas notes student officers, costume events, sports results, and a birthday celebration. More than 30 crops are grown in Arizona’s Phoenix Valley.
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Tom Landis
Charles Whitwell
Jake Phillips
Mirs
Fred Fox
Birmingham
Ala
Audria Fielder
Stroud
Ruby Hodgin
Jassie McKinney
Alice Dause
Jancitle Howell
Thelren Whitwell
Blanche Skeith
Opal Phillips
Fielter
Eaton
Crystal
Fielder
Ervin Graper
Norman Graper
Evansville
Ind
Walter Graper
J. J. Mayfield
Chickesha
Fitts Town
Mes
Bill Timmons
Mally
Seminole
Charley Timmons
C. W Bland
W. E. Bland
Paul Brownosky
Emma _Carol
Bill
Watnesburg
Ies
John B. Young
Freer
L. B. Timmons
Bob Timmons
Ada
McLish High School
Boo Montgomery
Paul Delaplain
Francis Littlefield
Sue Durant
McLish
Jimmy Boydston
Leonard Bishop
Joe Wayne Howall
Oklahoma voters approve state institutions bond issue
The September 27 vote reflected decisive public support for financing repairs to state penal and educational facilities, funded by bonds and tax-adjusted proceeds. Voters emphasized patriotism, care for children, and reduced tax burden while praising the press for informing the public.
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Oklahoma
Odahome
Farm Bureau Will Open Campaign in Pottotoc County
Sam Dew secretary of the Ponto to County Farm Bureau reports one of the most successful years in the Bureau’s history. He says favorable legislation was secured on many resolutions and notes the year round effort benefits farmers with net returns. A membership drive will begin soon and 1950 dues of five dollars are due by November 1.
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Sam Dew
Pontotoc County
No Requests for Special Election in Seminole County
OKLAHOMA CITY Oct 4. No plans have been made to hold a special election in Seminole county for a successor to state representative N Blaylock Onawa who died last week. Gov Roy J Turner can call a special election or leave the office unfilled until the next regular election. No requests for an election before the special session later this year have been made.
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Oklahoma City
Seminole County
N. Blaylock
Onawa
Roy J. Turner
Turner
Air line accidents reduced in 1948 report
International Air Transport Association members reported fewer fatal accidents in 1948 with one fatality per 30 487 passenger miles and one every 21 144 103 miles for total air travel. Forty three member lines reported no fatal accidents that year.
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New York —.P
International Air Transport Association
Tome
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