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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1948

Page

3

Negro Woman Fails To Enter University Of Oklahoma

Oklahoma City, Oct. 23. A Negro woman failed in her bid to gain admission to the University of Oklahoma. Attorneys for McLaurin of Paris City urged equal rights, while university officials referenced a semi segregated policy and requested continued consideration. The case prompted a large turnout and planned further action on enrollment policies.

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Li McBroom Now Commands Local Infantry Company

Second Lieutenant Lawrence C Mekrooms becomes commanding officer of Company CC, 180th Infantry, Oklahoma National Guard, relieving Lt. Paul Stara. McBroom, a 3 year Army veteran with 20 months overseas, earned three campaign stars in the ETO, the Purple Heart, and the Bronze Star. He later joined the national guard in Ada and has not missed a drill in two years.

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Kerr Flatly Denies Violation Of Election Expenditure Laws

Kerr Flatly denies breaking election expenditure laws as a brief note amid county political activity before the November 2 general election. Voter registration ended Friday and turnout is a major topic as weather shifts the mood and observers debate a strong Democratic showing in Oklahoma.

Kerr Senate Cll Akist Nominus

French rule crumbling in portion of India in Mahe unrest

Reported unrest in Mahe as Indian authorities prepare to assume control of Malabar coast city amid pressure for union with India. Elections slated for Mahe Pondicherry Karikal and Yanaon seat 202 municipal representatives amid resignations from the French India advisory council.

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France tightens rule on foreign correspondents

Paris on October 23 Foreign correspondents were told that publication of any military information not formally approved by the French government will bring prosecution. Defense Minister Ramadier reiterated the warning to a group of foreign reporters who protested the prior notice. He stressed that the law is in force and will be enforced.

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Jenner Calls Early Meeting To Check On Kerr Spending

Senator Jenner R Ind called for an early meeting of the senate election subcommittee to review reports that about 80 000 more than legal limits were spent on the Kerr primary campaign Oklahoma law caps spending at 3000 for primary and run off totals 15000 The subcommittee may subpoena records to preserve or examine three Texas counties and charges of fraud in primary ballot counting are linked to Stevenson challenging Lyndon Johnson's nomination The overall aim is to determine if Kerr spending breached public policy and integrity of election law.

Washington Det Jenner Coris B. Nelson Am Jemner Yus Hetel Kerr Oklahoma Bersman Sabe Texas Coke Stevenson Stevenson Lyndon EB Johnson Senate Deranian Jim Wells Mt and Zapata Tounty Indiana Jenners Sn Committee Okshara Trely Is. Kerr United States Senate Senate Committee On Rules and Administration

Contested Driving Case Continued To Spring Term

A messed OCR report from El Reno Oklahoma shows County Judge Roy Yaubian continuing a driving charge case for Ef. 7 3 Tome Sapulpa to the spring term of court. It is the second continuance and the report notes the case remains unresolved.

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Oklahoma City Daily Oklahoman endorses Dewey and Warren

The Daily Oklahoman on October 23 editorializes for Thomas Dewey and Earl Warren, urging their election as president and vice president. It argues change in the White House is imperative after years of one party rule and criticizes President Truman, Congress, and factions within the Democratic Party as obstacles to progress.

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Panamanian Visitor Triggers Stabbing Incident at Local Shop

Panamanian visitor Melba Sanches stabbed Jack York, 22, in the back at a local shop. York treated for a non serious wound after a fellow employee removed the weapon. Sanches claimed marriage to York but was escorted from town by police. she left on a southbound bus as authorities checked her passport showing 69 days left in the U S.

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Arctic life spans north of lat 60 and beyond

The Britannica notes that over 1,000,500 humans and countless land animals inhabit regions north of 60 degrees latitude, including areas near Oslo, Leningrad, and Seward Alaska. The text discusses how oyster behavior and other wildlife adapt to extreme northern environments.

Oslo Leningrad Seward Alaska

New York GOP forecasts big Dewey margin in state

New York Republican leaders predict Gov. Thomas E. Dewey will win New York state on November 3 by a margin of 400,000 to 700,000, with Democratic spokesmen arguing President Truman will close in. Observers vary on Dewey’s plurality, from 230,060 to about a million, while Wallace-Taylor progressive ticket support also draws attention amid shifting party loyalties.

Sleany New York Thomas E. Dewey Truman Dewey Mir. Trustan Henry A Wallace Progressive Party Wallace Taylor New York State Riet Roosevelt FDR Domes Mr. Mead American Labor Party Wallace-Taylor Liberal Party Dean Alongs Baring ALP Hack Wallace Amalgamated Clothing Workers CIO New York City U. S House Amelia Tahorites GOP High Command Tost Davie M. Potts

Aatters City Clerk Is Buried Saturday

Antlers Oklahoma October 25 Funeral services for Williaam 7 Baggett 57 were held at 2 p m Saturday from the First Methodist church with burial in the Tuskatoma cemetery Coffey Funeral Home directing Reverend Renard Davis officiating Baggett a native of Pushmataha county moved to Antlers from Fustahome fifteen years ago and served as undersheriff before his retirement later being nominated for County assessor in the Democratic ticket He was appointed city clerk shortly before illness Survivors include widow four sons four daughters several brothers and sisters and his father FL Baggett Read The News Classified Ads

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Hull Urges Moscow To End Dangerous Behavior For Peace

Cordell Hull appealed to Russia to abandon dangerous behavior and cooperate with the United Nations for world peace. He criticized Soviet conduct inside and outside the UN, urging scrupulous observance of UN principles as a path to lasting security. The statement accompanied United Nations Day observances.

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Fighting Expands Across Northern Israel Border Region

An Israeli army statement reports serious fighting north of Enke Muls near the Syria-Lebanon border after a week of heavy clashes in southern Palestine. Arabs claim a height near Sheik Absad was captured, with Lebanon and Israeli forces exchanging artillery and tank actions. Observers speculate message of renewed cross-border clashes may hit negotiations, as King Abdullah's stance and regional tensions influence prospects for peace talks.

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Sunray refinery boosts power with new Allen plant

The Sunray No. L refinery at Allen gains independence with a new two unit 1050 kilowatt power plant completed in 1947. A two story housing structure was built for the equipment and public service lines provide ultimate reliability. The upgrade follows wartime strain and postwar growth, enabling uninterrupted supply for peak production.

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World tour cancelled by Helen Keller companion

Helen Keller’s companion, Helen Feller, cancels the rest of their world tour to return to the United States for rest. The pair were scheduled to tour China, Korea, Siam, Pakistan, Burma, Palestine, Iran, Egypt and Turkey, departing Yokohama October 28 aboard an army transport.

SO Keller Helen Ketferning Helen Feller United States Jon Hac China Korea Siam Pakistan Burma Palestina Iran Egypt Tukey Keller Yoktohoma

North Atlantic Alliance Leaders Move Toward Defense Pact

Paris reports indicate the United States and Canada will push a sweeping North Atlantic Alliance for military aid to western Europe. Foreign ministers from France Britain Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg plan meetings in Brussels Monday and Tuesday to discuss a formal alliance and a western European parliament.

Paris United States U.S Canada Willy Dreft Finndtioan Brussels France Britain Belgium Netherlands Luxembourg Rellsbire Britett

Community Chest Total Edges Up At Noon Saturday

By Saturday noon the Community Chest total rose to 29066 dollars with two weeks of fundraising left to reach the 39000 dollar goal for nine participating organizations. Campaign leaders restarted committees midweek to contact absentees and push a second surge. The drive is the second annual effort, built to spare each group from separate campaigns in the future.

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Curiosity Frets Hobart Fire Department

Hobart residents flood the fire line with idle questions as Fire Chief Early Harvey urges public calm. Ber vey recommends avoiding the site to keep firefighters focused on the blaze and dispatch to the scene. The department faces strain as the fire continues.

Hobart Olla Early Harvey Bervey

Kerr Denies Violating Election Laws in Senate Campaign

Oklahoma Governor and former Democratic candidate Robert S Kerr rejected charges of election law violations in his bid for the U.S. Senate. He claimed the accusations are utterly false and condemned what he called a brazen, partisan effort by Republican opponents and a federal subcommittee probing Oklahoma primaries. He accused critics of spending and influence peddling while asserting voter choice will prevail.

Oklahoma Average Old Age Assistance Rises

Oklahoma reports higher average old age assistance grants with the largest check in 12 years. County welfare director Pauline Mayer notes the typical recipient receives about 5 dollars, while end-of-year grants reach up to 1483 dollars, reflecting a revised maximum benefit under the program.

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