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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1952
Page
4
The Ada Weekly News outlines its establishment and annual subscription prices. It notes mailing options within Oklahoma, outside Oklahoma, and by trade territory, with annual rates listed for carrier and mail delivery.
A reflection on the need for careful reading to develop independent thought. Even with radio, television, movies, and records as easy entertainments, individuals should carve 15 to 30 minutes daily for study to gain ground, stimulation, and improved well being.
The article notes President Truman breaks with past restraint to actively back his party’s nominee, viewing Eisenhower and Republican charges as provocation. It argues Truman’s shift stems from anger over criticisms of Washington and foreign policy, marking an unusual direct involvement in successor selection.
The article argues that phasing out agricultural education in schools would push students toward other subjects while still needing county agents soil tests PMA seed aid and guidance on farming tasks. It warns that future profitability may hinge on broader culture subjects but stresses ongoing need for agricultural advisers.
The speaker notes widespread promises from both Stevenson and Eisenhower for labor farmers small business and Wall Street while questioning the expectation of universal prosperity. He jokes about a high goose as a metaphor and wonders if another image would be better.
Harry Barndollar urges a well staffed research laboratory in southeastern Oklahoma to map mineral content. He notes limestone variations and iron ore locations and purity, arguing such a facility would guide resource use and profits despite high costs.
The article notes designers pushing men to improved attire while predicting Mew may adopt similar trends. It observes teenage girls clinging to sloppy jeans, presenting a societal snapshot without critique.
The piece argues that requiring candidates to disclose personal finances could embarrass many figures and deter them from entering politics. It warns against overreach, noting income, inheritances, marriages, or stock losses might be scrutinized, and urges limiting disclosure unless crookedness is evident.
Caudle, fired by President Truman, is recalled to Washington and says officials pressured him. He admits being used by others and accepting favors, but insists he did nothing criminal. He notes lingering danger in accepting gifts in the capital.
The speaker urges a national campaign focused on paramount issues to inform the public and present a united U S stance on international problems. He laments partisan blame between Democrats and Republicans and calls for prioritizing first things over secondary concerns to address world distress.
James Thompson, founder of a large Ada book and school supply business, will be the first tenant at the Ada Industrial Development Corporation site. The 250 by 600 foot lot lies north of the Country club road. His factory will manufacture auditorium chairs and likely boost local payroll.
The report notes UN aircraft dropping bombs within a quarter mile of the Manchurian border, risking cross-border damage. It questions how long North Korean and Chinese forces can endure the continual UN bombardment and asserts little in Korea remains safe from strikes.
Local notices describe numerous weekend visits and travel. Residents from Ada Okla City Stratford Seminole and Fort Sill joined family gatherings and social events across Wewoka and surrounding towns.
The general science room at Ada Junior High displays minerals rocks and fossils curated with help from the Oklahoma Geological Survey. C. L. Robberson, science teacher, notes strong classifications and student study use making the room a top equipped facility for ninth graders. Blue Skirts coached by Doreen Smith prepares for a Seminole Junior High away game Friday at 7 45 PM seeking to avenge last year 19 8 loss.
Eighth and ninth grade home making classes meet daily to study Home Membership and Home Ownership. Enrollment is 23 girls with officers listed for each period including presidents, vice presidents, secretaries, and room captains.
Blue Skirt Pep members helped sell season tickets for Blue Jay home games totaling about 115 dollars. Each seller of ten dollars earned a free ticket, with Caroline Ridling topping sales at twenty six dollars. Over fifty girls traveled to Wewoka to support the team after the game, followed by a party at the Youth Center hosting players and guests.
H. V. Burroughs eighth grade social studies students settle for six weeks test this week. The course covers growth of American liberties in a democracy, the Constitution, its drafters, and the final signing on September 17, 1887. A new text is being used.
The Blue Jay Charter announces editor Virginia McCollum and assistant Pat Lamb directing this school year. It lists roles across departments including business managers Carroll Thrash Kenny Grant Bob Cornell editors Nora Gale Lewis Darry Fisher features Paul Stevens Vernon Archer society Judy Kemper Helena Kuras fashions Mary Kate Thrash Bob Cornell inquiring reporters Jerry Bullock Joyce Henry John Paul Jones photographers Carroll Thrash Kenny Grant Judy Kemper Jerry Bullock sports Anne Wade Jimmy Emory Phyllis Buchanan Bob Cornell Carroll Thrash Helena Kuras humor Paul Stevens Jerry Bullock filing editors Martia Carroll Joyce Henry advisor Miss Laurice ore.
In the Gulf of Bothnia a German or Dutch tanker ran aground fifteen miles off Sweden's eastern coast. About ten men were aboard and rescue ships could not reach the vessel due to heavy gale conditions. Lifesaving signals were sent by lamp to a nearby lighthouse as the situation remained serious.
A French United Nations staff member in Africa reported an advertisement for a new air conditioned luxury apartment house in New York. He said he would bring his family to New York via Japan and that rent schedules and brochures were sent to Tokyo as the lease negotiations progressed.
In Shenandoah Iowa during Pancake Day 50 000 gather as President Truman and Senator Taft ride separately in the harvest festival parade. Truman leads the processional with Taft mid parade and both deliver speeches on the same day from different venues.
Oklahoma remains under a pre dawn chill with subfreezing readings statewide. The Weather Bureau in Oklahoma City forecasts a warm up to the 60s and 70s later today and tomorrow as sunshine returns.
Oklahoma City state workers will be granted time off to attend campaign appearances by both presidential candidates. Governor Adlai Stevenson visits for a Democratic rally Friday for three hours. General Dwight D. Eisenhower will spend a half hour each at Tulsa and Oklahoma City airports Monday. No holiday will be declared.
The Agriculture Department said a potato shortage next spring is possible based on the Sept. 1 crop outlook. For 1953 total potato and fresh market crops may exceed 1952 if weather is average or better, with prices likely to average slightly below 1952. Prices for canned and frozen vegetables are expected to stay near current levels through mid-1953.
Frank Petkoff, 41, of near Hobart, died when his car left the roadway and struck a bridge abutment on State Highway 41 nine miles east of Correll. The 1952 Oklahoma traffic fatalities reached 406, compared with 412 a year earlier.
Scientists propose mammals descended from ancient reptile ancestors that lived in the ocean. The theory links marine ancestry to modern mammalian traits and adapts to fossil evidence across eras.
Dr. Chalmers Herman of East Central spoke to the Lions Club on Columbus Day themes. He argued Columbus was a calculating businessman, then traced Spanish exploration and the cattle trade's impact on U.S. relations with Argentina, noting Peron’s labor policies worsened beef and wheat markets and hinting Eva Perón’s funeral served as a distraction from economic woes.
A Legislative Council subcommittee urged that state death benefit payments go to dependents rather than heirs. The proposal aligns with a Supreme Court ruling on dependent status and would tie payments to dependency level. Critics warned of lawsuits to prove who qualifies as a dependent and potential payment delays.
The McLish sixth grade pupils held a class party Thursday night with Roland Wilson as sponsor. Local residents reported illnesses visits and family weekend trips including DeQueen Arkansas and nearby towns.
Tulsa based firm led by Vice President John Esau says it will file an application for a television station at Springfield Missouri. The company also has TV applications in conjunction with its radio stations in Tulsa Fort Smith and Oklahoma City and a separate Muskogee Oklahoma TV application.
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