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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1949

Page

6

Hurley Bound Over to Trial After Hearing

Yasele Hurley charged with the murder of Jack Nabors was bound over to trial after a preliminary hearing held before Justice Percy Armstrong. Testimony by county health officer and tavern witnesses described the shooting at a beer tavern and the sequence of events surrounding Nabors death.

Yasele Hurley Jack Nabors Huntig Percy Armstrong Canada Alice Buskirk Lutstockton Nabors Hurley Rbabers Bt Alving Jack B. W. Ross Lek Jing Ross Lopez J. J. Lopez Lopar Leven Ie

American Way of Life Praised by Ada Leader

William C. Coe, seeking governorship, told the Ada Lions Club that the American way of life rests on free initiative and resources. He contrasted the U S with Russia, urged economic planning as a demonstration, and warned the Navy’s role in wartime unity. He predicted victory over Russia by determined effort.

America Wiliam C. Coe Ada Lions Club Coe Russia Cuttes Coz

Pumpkins to be sold at face value

Local sale announces pumpkins available for purchase at their stated price, with no discounts or bargaining. Buyers advised to bring cash as sales proceed at stated facial value per unit.

Ada community chest drive kicks off with breakfast

The 149 Ada Community Chest campaign opens with a kickoff breakfast led by Rev. Paul Stevens. The goal of 95,000 dollars was set, with more than 60 attendees and driving teams soon reporting progress as clubs compete and volunteers mobilize.

Ada Community Chest Movp Martin Clark Chest Stevens Paul Stevens First Baptist Church PH Stump Orel Peak Ray Cleveland Don Clerk Raymond Squire Danner Ada Casper Duffer Emil Wyatt Clark Foster McSwain R. W. Simpson Orvel Spann Drive

Congress Told of Missiles That Can Have High Bombers

Navy weapons expert Capt J H Sides told the House Armed Services Committee that Russia likely has guided missiles capable of locating and downing bombers above 40 000 feet. He warned that postwar Nazi anti aircraft tech fell into Soviet hands and that reliance on big bombers and the atom bomb is folly. Sides said revolutionary anti air defenses are near and guided missiles will find and shoot down bombers even before new big planes arrive.

Barney Livingstone Washington Navy Congress Russia J. H. Sides Germany Revret Sides U.S Germany Naval Operations House Armed Services Committee Naval Cmdr Eugene Tatom Tatom Hiroshima Tatum

Decision Against Land Commission In Oklahoma City

State school land commissioners lost title to 120 acres in Garvin county after foreclosure on taxes and a $4,378 mortgage. Oil discovery raised land value and the former owners from Tulsa and two others sought to set aside the judgment, arguing lack of direct notices. The ruling could threaten titles of other state lands and trigger suits by former owners.

Oklahoma City State School Land Commissioners Garvin County State Supreme Court Fred S. Brinkman Tulsa Tom Lee Commission

Not Guilty in Sao Paulo Man Stabbing Trial

Taghate Sao Paulo district attorney summed up a farmer defendant accused of stabbing a neighbor to death. The jury found him not guilty after a dramatic defense in which the DA brandished an old pistol Exhibit A. In Oklahoma, Sam Tate, 70, was found dead by the Washita river, death from a heart attack while fishing near Mountain View.

Sao Paulo Hrazit—ii Taghate Mountain View Okla Ott Sam Tate Washita River Here Kiows County

Tulsan Nominated To High Post in U.S. Air Force

Harold C. Stuart of Oklahoma, a Tulsa attorney and former judge, is nominated by President Truman to be assistant secretary of the Air Force. He has led civilian aspects of the service and will focus on reserve forces and national guard matters.

Washington Truman Harold C. Stuart Oklahoma Air Force Stuart Tulsa Okla Symington Oklahoma City University of Virginia Tula Court of Common Pleas W.G Laxelly Robert Landry Air Forgeaine

State Supreme Court Opinions From Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City October 11 opinions include actions by the State of Oklahoma on commissioners of land office. affirmations for Dr. Levyerry Bancroft vs Board of Governors Registered Dentists. Board of Education District 94 vs Arnie Dixson. writs granted and habeas corpus matters. dismissals for Albert vs Dalby. and a reversal with directions in the Oklahoma unity case.

Oklahoma City Evanee Pottawatomie Soun Selah Popplewell Jones Oklahoma County E. J Jialer Habeas Corpts E. A. Albert Carl Dalbey Claud Harmilton Muskogee County Munsogee

Hayes P-TA Hosts Parent-Child Theme Talk

A group of over 150 parents and children gathered in the school auditorium for a Parent-Child Theme Talk on Foundations for Frigad. The program began at 2:20 Friday with a devotional led by Mrs. Guy Snipe, and Ruth Hagar led the girls chorus along with a mixed chorus of more than 70 fifth and sixth graders. Tea followed the program hosted by Mrs. Tommie Maines and Mrs. H. T. Alexander.

Frigad Tonis Hayes P-Ta Echool Guy Snipe Ruth Hagar Tommie Maines H. T., Alexander

Direct Dealings In MoPac Strike Set

Missouri Pacific strike talks resume in St Louis with trustee Guy A Thompson and union leaders negotiating the 282 issue that sparked the walkout now in its fifth week. Meeting aims to resolve or arbitrate the claims through direct negotiations and alternate channels acceptable to both sides.

Conae Missouri Idhief Putive Fort Smith Missouri Pacific Perm Union Meads

Vitamin D described and a tropical dessert recipe included

The article explains vitamin D importance especially in fall and winter, details sources like cream butter eggs and liver, and notes children are given fish liver oil. It mentions sun exposure, bone health effects, and who needs supplementation. It also provides a tapioca cream recipe and sauteed liver instructions with cooking tips.

Byars News Grannies Surprise Birthday Party

In Byars Granny Powell received a 78th birthday surprise at her daughter’s home with friends and neighbors. Attendees shared gifts, cake, and punch, while greetings came from many named locals including Sprouls and Kinneys. Several events and visitors noted from Ada to Oklahoma City.

Granny Powell Byars Hillis Sproul

Tibetans Confident Of Blocking Reds

CALC STTA India Oct 12 Tibetans claim their remote Himalayan state can halt communism. Reporter Thomas interviews the Dalai Lama and Tibetan regents, noting the boy ruler is still a minor. Officials say aid from Western nations would be welcome in an emergency. The Dalai Lama is described as a future absolute ruler.

Calc Stta India Tite Lowell Shemes Tibet Dalai Lama Thomas Thomes

Hole in Shoe Triggers Boy's Electric Shock Death

Detroit news recounts 11-year-old Leon Banks who touched a high-tension wire after a hole wore through his shoe sole. Bare feet touched a branch, grounding the current as firemen freed him after 13 minutes. Sparks flew from his head and fingers. doctors performed a finger amputation and treated a large foot blister.

Detroit Leon Banks Hornfiel Leon Receiving Hospital

Possession Charge Filed After Raid On Annie Blocker Byrd

Annie Blocker Byrd was arrested by city police over the weekend on a charge of possession of intoxicating liquor. She posted a $20 appearance bond and was released after booking. Police chief Cecil Smith vowed to curb bootleggers as a priority in the city with two bootleggers still active.

Annie Blocker Byrd Cecil Smith Jims

Three Extra Senate Races Could Boost GOP SendOff

Three deaths and upcoming vacancies threaten to shift Senate power as Republicans gain prospects in Idaho and Connecticut. With Miller’s passing, Dulles and Baldwin seats are pivotal, redrawing the chamber’s balance before January. Democratic hold erodes in the face of anticipated appointments and looming elections.

Senate GOP Washington York Connecticut Miller Idaho Orer C. A. Robins Ydeho Farmee Senader Dworshak Ormer Abe Gott Licans Democratia Gertocrats Congress Haldwin Chester Bowles

Dentists to Learn by Phone Lectures Across Nation

Chicago report on a new six month course for tooth care delivered by telephone. About 7 000 dentists in 38 states will listen as six experts lecture monthly for two hours. Home towns link to a central speaker system, letting practitioners gain postgraduate instruction without travel. The series costs $10 per participant.

Chicago University of Iinois Dental Society

Teachers Better Have Reservation for Oklahoma Education Meet

Oklahoma City officials warn teachers attending the Oklahoma Education Association convention this week may struggle to find rooms as hotels fill up and private homes are needed. The first general session is Thursday at 8 p.m. in the municipal auditorium, with Friday sessions at 9:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Principal speaker at Thursday night is radio commentator John T. Flynn.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Education Association OFA Municipal Auditorium Peeker John T. Flynn

Goodland School Head Is Speaker at Homecoming

George Pierce, president of Goodland Indian School near Hugo, was a principal speaker at a homecoming feature of the First Baptist church. The Goodland school was established by Silas Bacon, a Chickasaw fullblood, before statehood. Pierce is three fourths Cherokee by blood and a son of Antlers pioneers Mr. and Mrs. Lee Fierce.

Antlers George Pierce Goodland Indian School Hugo First Baptist Church Unday Goodland Silas Bacon Presbyterian Seminary Hartford Connecticut Pierce Lee Fierce

Methodist Men’s Club Meeting Highlights Cotton Bowl Film

The Methodist Men’s Club will meet Wednesday October 2 in the educational building. The program features a color Cot ton Bowl film about the 1949 New Year’s Day game where SMU beat Oregon 21 to 14.

Methodist Turkey S. MU Oregon

Norwegian Reds to Lose Some Seats In Parliament Now

In Oslo, Norway, national elections show Labor may drop from an absolute majority though still likely to lead. Communists lose ground as opposition blocs gain, with Conservatives led by Carl Hambro seeking to win back Labor votes amid austerity concerns.

Ake Oslo Norway Storting Einar Gerhardsen Ranity Gerhardsen Laborites Pecinst Labor Party Indiia Jarvatives Liberals Communists Farmers Christian People's Part Carl Hambro Wd League of Matiiope

Oklahoma students celebrate football victory holiday 2014

Norman Oklahoma October 10 Up hysterical students parade and chant after the Sooners beat Texas. Thousands gathered around campus and at the president George Cross home demanding a university holiday. Cross said he cannot approve a walkout but may seek regents approval to amend rules for a holiday after a major victory.

Norman Okla University of Oklahome Texan Cam Water University George Cross

Cheri Tucker Dies After NY Trip Attempt

Guthrie Oklahoma October 11 UA Cancer today took the life of 22 months old Cheri Carol Tucker after her parents twice tried to take her to New York for treatment. Enid citizens donated 1200 to send the child. The Tucker family left Oklahoma City September 26 by car, Cheri Carol grew too ill and was taken from the train to a Guthrie hospital. The parents started an auto trip to New York but returned as the child worsened. Cheri Tucker is a student at Oklahoma A and M College Stillwater, though her home is in Enid.

Guthrie Okla Cheri Carol Tucker New York Enid Oklahoma William ¥. Tucker Oklahoma City Cheri Carol Guthrie Tucker Oklahoma A. and M. College Stillwater

Four Die in Wife Family Murder At Fort Worth Home

In Fort Worth Texas a pilot Richard Gordon Finch his wife Edith Walker and their two grandchildren Penelope Finch eight and Richard Finch seven were found shot dead in their beds. An inquest ruled the deaths murder and death by own action attributing the four to an incident tied to a estrangement between Finch and his wife. The four victims included Mrs Edith S Walker about eighty years old.

Fort Worth Tex Justice of the Peace Whit Born Edith S. Walker Walker Elizabeth Ann Finch Penelope Penny) Finch Richard Allan Finch Finch American Airlines Richard Gordon Finch Ann Arbor Mich Finch le

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