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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1941
Page
6
Washington reports that Rep Thomas of Texas urged increasing beef in lend-lease shipments to Britain. He noted about 95 percent of meat and fish funds go to pork and proposed a 40 60 beef pork ratio. He argued Britain favors beef for taste and ease of transport.
Ken nett Hudson, organizer and promoter of Hudson Houston Lumber Co, dies of a heart ailment at Prairie Grove Ark while attending a Who's Who convention. He chaired multiple firms, lived in Ardmore, and left a widow Florence Foster Hudson and two children. Funeral plans were undecided.
The article outlines Hitler's aim to crush Soviet forces before winter, focusing on the center near Moscow and the Ukraine. It notes Nazi tactics of encirclement, claims breaches have already produced encirclements, and describes Timoshenko's stubborn defense and counterattacks as the German push intensifies.
Tulsa dispatch reports oil industry focus on tankers, priorities and prices. British shuttle service may release 10 to 15 American tankers to ease Atlantic supply, though some ships will serve other defense needs. East Texas Oil Association sets a 10 man committee to press for higher crude prices, arguing a fair price near 1.75 dollars per barrel versus 1.25 current.
Number Ten quoted German troops shifting to find weak spots in Russian lines as Soviet forces on the Donets basin counter the push toward the Perekop isthmus. Budyonny’s units allegedly face encirclement threats from a German drive toward Mariupol with a 130 mile corridor to Zaporizhzhia. British officials warn escape would require sea passage if the line holds.
A 23 year old Pontotoc county farm youth faced possible kidnapping charges after a Monday night taxi ride ended in Durant Oklahoma. He told officials his aim was to reach jail to receive treatment for a disease. The driver, Verlon Williams, aided by bystanders, summoned police as the suspect asked to be driven to locations beyond Durant. He surrendered to police in Durant and was brought to Pontotoc county jail where authorities await charges.
The county tag agent reports sales of new drivers licenses have far surpassed last year. Most motorists can buy without an exam under a new traffic safety order, except people over 70 or with disabilities who must take an exam. Exams are conducted Fridays from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
Abilene Texas mourns the death of Alex Hende 78 a retired merchant who died here today He arrived in 1925 from Frederick Oklahoma where he led the chamber of commerce and Lions club and served as deputy grand master of the I O O F in Oklahoma
Berlin dispatch reports 14 Czechs hanged for economic sabotage in Bohemia Moravia protectorate, bringing total executions to 25 over three days. The note adds reference to Ada News Classified Ads.
A reader of Ada Evening News argues that 1940 election manipulation by major parties undermines democracy. He cites a Kansas weekly article noting elitist finance figures propose voter rights restrictions, urging honesty and integrity to preserve freedom and social institutions.
In Chicago on October 8 a circuit court allowed Mrs. Catherine Boettcher and Mrs. Frances Winter to remain on 36 acres of their inherited land beside a burial ground within a suburban forest preserve. The claim traces to 1843 when President Tyler granted land to Chief Che-chegpin-qua. The land was to be protected with presidential consent before removal.
Geneva Dearman and Mona Lou Shelby of Fitzhugh placed third in Stillwater contests, narrowly missing a free trip to Kansas City by one point in home improvement and clothing. The top two in each event earned trips to the American Livestock Show in Kansas City.
Dennis Ludlow, a 12 year old boy from Tron Moun ts Michigan, who had been missing since late yesterday, was found today alive and well wandering in a marsh about a mile from his home. He was reported missing yesterday evening by his family and authorities.
A mass armed revolt in old Yugoslavia is acknowledged from Berlin, led by a Serbian girl, as rebel bands threaten Sabac near Belgrade until German troops and Croat guards crush them. Reports from Paris Prague and Oslo outline executions and suppressive measures in occupied regions under Nazi rule. Mussolini caps plotting with death penalty in Italian territories.
The Oklahoma senate in a one day session confirmed eight gubernatorial appointments. Fred Hunt and Ed O'Brien were named wardens at McAlester penitentiary and Granite reformatory for four year terms starting May 23, 1941. Charles A. Beck to the state game and fish commission replacing Jerry Ledbetter. W. B. Hurst to the board of education for an eight year term starting April 1, 1942. T. T. Eason reappointed to the board of regents for Oklahoma colleges for seven years starting May 1, 1942. Forrest McKenzie also reappointed to the board of regents for seven years starting May 1, 1942. Cleo O. Doggett reappointed to state regents for higher education for nine years starting May 16, 1942. C. O. Hunt to the University of Oklahoma board of regents for seven years starting March 29, 1942. Hunt will succeed Joe Looney whose term expires that date.
Pon totocc county farmers advisory council meets in the county agent’s office next Saturday to discuss the extension program for 1942. Lee Craig district extension agent Stillwater and C. G. Bauman land use planning head will attend.
Four men will be called for induction on November 5 from Pontotoc district two with one man from district one. An October 14 recurrence will send eight men to induction centers including three from district one and five from district two.
The article suggests that reviewing local want-ads helps readers find cost saving deals and bargains. It highlights discounts on items and services as readers compare prices and seize timely offers.
General George C. Marshall, army chief of staff, urges no tampering or delay of the lend-lease program and warns that delays harm Britain. Officials say there are no plans to reduce the army or suspend the draft, calling such moves tragic. He also cautions against denying aid to Russia, though not contemplated.
A Chinese communique reports Chinese forces have captured five strategic positions around Ichang. It says Japanese communications along the Peiping Hankow line have been cut and that the central Yangtze port position is precarious.
England and Norway signed commercial treaties dating to the 14th and 15th centuries, reflecting early formal trade arrangements between the two realms during medieval and early modern periods.
The East Central State College Alumni Association hosts a luncheon October 24 in Knight Hall dining room as part of the 33rd annual East Central Oklahoma Teachers' association meeting. Dr. A Linscheid will speak, joint session with elementary principals, 60 cent plates, open to former students. G W Williams of New Lima presides. A special session elects president and vice president. a junior and senior board will plan activities afterward.
The East Central Acapella Choir gathers about fifty musicians meeting thrice weekly to rehearse classical pieces patriotic tunes spirituals and religious selections. Director Harlo R E McCall will select 25 to 30 members for a District Teachers meeting performance and a college auditorium program on Thursday night featuring four songs. Lucille Risner accompanies on piano as robes are ordered for the public appearances.
A Rhode Island education leader, press land college president R Lucius A Whipple, argues that opposition to the younger generation stems not from virtue but likely from poor memory. The remark reflects concern over shifting attitudes and memory bias in public discourse.
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