Prophets three years ago foresaw new type of war
Nine ordinary citizens wrote an official May 26 1847 report foretelling a distant aggressive war against the United States. They warned of political initiation followed by military domination and a global program resembling a fascist plan to control Europe and Asia. The forecast appeared in a Truman era advisory report on universal military training.
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Elton C
United Nations
Europe
Asia
United States
Truman
Congress
Jude. Ote
Oklahoma prison bindery fight stalls state textbook repairs
Oklahoma printers protest plans to open a state penitentiary bindery to repair and rebound textbooks. The issue ties to a $2,001,000 free textbook program begun in 1946 and aims to extend through twelfth grade, with lawmakers expected to support the prison facility to save costs and maintain program efficiency.
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Oklahoma City
Ats Omy
State Penitentiary
Wixpayers of Oklahoma
How to Buy and Use Home Fire Extinguishers
Homeowners should select at least one vaporizing liquid type and one soda and acid type. The vaporizing waterlike extinguisher suits Class B and C fires, while the soda and acid unit handles Class A. The CO2 extinguisher is versatile for kitchens and sensitive equipment, and all types should carry UL approval. Train family members, locate extinguishers, recharge as instructed, and call the fire department if needed.
Rust protection for home metal parts and painting tips
The article emphasizes painting and maintenance to prevent corrosion on home metal like flashing dormers gutters and railings. It advises cleaning rust repairing damaged areas priming with red lead mix or rust resistant paint then applying two coats and finishing with house paint. Regular inspection and annual attention to metal fixtures and tools are urged.
Pott County Seeks Sale of Seized Liquor Inventory
Sheriff Verdun Myers announces a For Sale listing for 3,827 seized liquor items in Pottawatomie county. A court order is awaited before bidding, with offers already received from two Kentucky wholesalers, amid recent local sales precedent.
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Shawneer
Oklo
Verdun Myers
Pottawatomie County
Myers
William ©. Dougherty Jr
Kentucky
Oklahoma County
Mort Pottlitzar
Louisville
Chicago
Po Seid
Wil
Maine Votes Keep GOP Sweep In 1950s Balloting
Maine voters cast a statewide ballot keeping Republicans in key posts led by Governor Erick G. Payne and three GOP incumbents. The early returns showed Payne around 67 percent with Hale Nelson and Fellows also leading, marking the 35th consecutive Republican sweep in Maine politics.
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New England
Maine
Korea
Eelerick G. Payne
GOP House
Hale
Charles P. Nelson
Frank Fellows
Payne
Powell
City of Ada Finances Show Bond Boost and Balance
Ada city finances reveal large cash assets and several bond issues including water extension and sewer improvement totaling 1.47 million dollars. The report details balances by bank and fund, deposits, withdrawals, and liability totals as of June 30, 1950, with specific figures for sinking, paving, parking meter, and airport bonds and funds.
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Ada
Oklahoma State Bank
First National Bank and Trust Co
Oklahoma City
Manufacturers Trust Co
New York City
Water Meter Fund
Oklahoma City Bank
New York Bank
Saking
New York
General Fund
Wintersmith Park
25Th Street
Ater Works
Water Works
Construction at University of Oklahoma resumes after union halt
Construction at the University of Oklahoma resumed after a 1 day halt caused by a union walkout. AFY workers and two union men then worked on a tunnel and minor repairs while details of agreements remained unreleased. Regents approved the project on campus, with tensions noted over labor actions and statewide races in Michigan and Minnesota mentioned in the broader report.
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Norman
Okla
University of Oklahoma
Bis di- 3
Stillu Ce
Wniver Tract of Regents
Nandal
Draft dodging not prevalent over nation reports hint
A national AP survey shows most young men in 1950 meet draft duties similarly to 1940, with New York City and Chicago showing higher delinquency. While some cities report 15 to 30 percent not responding or missing pre-induction exams, others like Portland and several states show near zero willful delinquencies. Officials emphasize many absences stem from moving or address issues, not deliberate evasion.
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New York
New York City
Chicago
Associated Press
America
Korea
Baltimore
St. Louis
Indianapolis
Portland
Maine
Oregon
Texas
Colorado
Kansas City
Milwaukee
North Carolina
Draft Board
Famnx
FBI
United States Attorney
Big Three Show in Germany Tests Allied Forces
In Heidelberg Germany nearly 100000 American troops with British and French units attempt to hold a line between Frankfurt and Stuttgart during week long Atlantic Pact maneuvers. The exercise simulates a Soviet Czech invasion from the east with a US Cavalry regiment acting as the enemy. General Clark reports on American combat fitness with possible additional U.S. divisions to Europe after Truman approval.
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Heidelberg
Germany
Frankfurt
Stuttgart
Czechoslovakia
Mark W.clark
U. S
Clark
Washington
Truman
Europe
Russia
Murray County Free Fair Plans Finalized
Murray County plans its free fair at the National Guard Armory in Sulphur on September 19 to 22. County agent Charles Phelps announces officials for poultry beef cattle swine crops and horticulture and a lineup of 22 booths. Events include 4 H and FFA contests bicycle races turtle races and horsemanship with livestock and poultry exhibits and open class women’s and 4 H club displays.
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Murray County
Charles Phelps
National Guard
Sulphur
Poulttry
J. B. Denman
Bill Sieg
Warren Hanni
Mavis Hutchins
Davis
Leo Barnes
Chamber of Commerce
Lynn Norman
Lee Peveto
Mya
Albert Elkins
Dougherty
Oklahoma Game and Fish Department
Armory
Murrey County
PFA
Fair Hare
FFA
Jersey
Ayreshire
Hovstein
Guernsey
Hereford
Angus
Startham
Poland
Cina
Duroc
Hampshire
Chester
Berkshire
Anchide
Sirens Not Heard On New York Streets
New York City officials banned sirens effective yesterday causing police fire and ambulance units to slow on emergency calls. Hospital ambulance chief says needed an impulse gadget to regain speed while bells are being considered as an alternative. Officers note sirens boosted traffic disparity and drivers react to bells differently.
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New York
New York City
4-H and FTA Boys Record Books and Exhibits
Exhibits show 4-H and FTA boys record books and entries across clothing, fruit and vegetable canning, preparation, and improvement. Home Demonstration division includes canning, clothing, household articles and Family Life Posters. Open class for women features canned fruit vegetables pickles jelly preserves clothing and household articles.
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FTA
Water as a Health Boon Found by Early Colonists
A note on universal water drinking becoming common, describing water as a health boon for early colonists who were unaccustomed to regular intake yet found it agreeable and beneficial.
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America
East Central State College Enrolls Freshmen Amid Veteran Shift
Freshmen reach enrollment and classification at East Central State College as upperclassmen start moving in Tuesday. A college official says the freshman class looks strong and high demand for veteran apartments reflects a shift as World War I veterans finish college, freeing units for different occupants.
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East Central State College
National Guard
Claftmen
East Central
Wisecrack回 As Dodgers Giants pennant chase backfire
New York Sept 1 A quip by Brooklyn’s Burt Shotton last July returning to haunt the Giants and hinder their drive to overtake Philadelphia in the National League pennant race. Dodgers hold a 4-1 edge in recent meetings with Brooklyn’s remark echoing through the season’s late stretch.
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New York
Brooklyn
Burt Shotton
Philadelphia
New York Giants
Dodgers
Polo Grounds
Set Darecher Fomning Shottan
Giants
Shottan
Leo Durocher
Eigar
Tus
Shotton
Brookyn
Bill Terry
Mystery sword in Canterbury puzzles experts
A three foot long object with a rounded handle and eleven pound weight was found at Barton Fields cottage in Canterbury. E A Johnson owned it. A H Russell suspected an ancient sword, but other experts disagreed. A museum exhibit drew a similar item from a garden nearby, local builders say these are not tools.
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Canterbury
England
Cantebury
Small
Misunderstanding Leads to Children Cheer for Sick General
In Singapore, Chinese pupils cheered Maj Gen Dunlop after Brig Sparks claimed he was ill. The pupils, waving Union Jacks, were told the general was sick, prompting calls of Murray and further confusion about the mistaken message.
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Singapore
Dun G
Dunlop
Harry Sparks
Sparks
Murray
Dunlop Whn
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