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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1947

Page

4

Kerr as Democratic Senate Candidate Mentioned by Ada Weekly News

The Ada Weekly News urges ex Governor Robert S Kerr to seek the Democratic nomination for United States senator next year. It argues his record on water conservation, industry promotion, and state development makes him a strong fit for Washington. The piece notes Kerr’s potential statewide appeal and anticipates a large Ada County vote in his favor while acknowledging other possible candidates remain unnamed.

Keee Tate Robert S. Kerr United States Ada Wall Washiortimgtor Bob Kerr Washington Eck the Sun Kerr Taek Kerz Theim Sertate

Pecan Crop Outlook Sets Records in the State

Federal figures forecast the largest pecan crop in the union except Georgia, with about 2 million pounds for the state and 25.5 million for Georgia. Texas follows at 21 million pounds, Oklahoma traditionally lower. Average price 25 cents per pound implies over six million dollars in value, with potential eight to ten million this year as orchards mature. Weather, rainfall, and nest presence affect yields, while noting long term increases as more trees come into bearing. The article ends reflecting on broad economic contentment and social questions about wages and work.

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NO BOSSES HERE Opinions on political bosses in Tennessee

Two Tennessee residents praise Boss Cramp of Memphis while others warn against boss rule. The writers argue voters must reject boss influence and elect officials on principle, not to please a power broker. They commend state effort to oust bosses and insist citizens vote for independently chosen leaders without rings.

Tennessee Imeidi Cramp Memphis Jackson Eam Congress Mer Serre Boness

Welfare debate on poverty versus thrift shapes state aid

An editorial discusses the State Welfare Board facing ethical and financial questions. It questions whether welfare encourages poverty, notes the high share of elderly on aid, and calls for systemic overhauls. It compares thrift and need, warns of future fund pressures, and observes recent rains aiding agriculture.

Truman Advisors Back Voluntary Food Rationing At Home

President Truman weighs proposals to curb grain exports and urge voluntary domestic rationing to curb soaring prices and unrest abroad. The White House plans a statement on world food problems in a few days as a cabinet group led by Marshall, Harriman, and Anderson proposes limits on foreign shipments and a voluntary conservation program to balance supply and demand.

Truman Congress Marshall Harriman Anderson Yrith Cogtrier White J House World Fond Jems Fiens Fead Committee Tramen Fand Hate

United Nations Unity Plan Faces Soviet Opposition

Analysis notes the Soviet Union may block a proposed U N assembly for broad topics while the United Nations remains split between Soviet bloc and Western powers. Editors argue U N reform could revive the body, yet major disagreements persist and sanctions risk undermining peace efforts.

Bates Bull Wins Grand Championship at Aberdeen Vision

Oklahoma City report by Printeon notes Bates Brothers of Ada own Prince Envious won the grand championship. In Jersey division Wire chester Pride owned by Howard McCarley of Denise Tez secured grand champion. Reserve Pru dence owned by Mallmerk Farms of Natias City listed.

Oklahoma City Pi -Prince Bates Brothers Ada Oklahoma State Wirechester Pride Howard McCarley Denisa. Tez Mallmerk Farms Natisas City

Harry Carey Dies At age 69 in Suburban Home

Local obituary notes the death of Harry Carey at age 69 yesterday in his Bentwood suburb home after a period of illness. The report mentions a thrombosis and prior heart-related health issues as contributing factors.

Harry Carey Bentwood

European Aid Awaited as Congress Scrutinizes Plan

Washington reports await the Paris drafted Marshall Plan recovery blueprint. Officials say aid figures and European self help measures will be itemized for Congress review. Dirksen forecasts potential emergency session. delivery of the Paris report expected by courier today or tomorrow.

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Mrs Larson of Francis is Dead

Lenora Larson 64 of Francis died at a local hospital Monday afternoon Burial will be in Memorial Park Ada Oklahoma at Criswell Chapel The family said she was married in 1910 in Lake City Minnesota and had lived in Francis since a move from Wisconsin Surviving are her husband L Larson three sons HOM and R Larson in Francis Tulsa a sister and Mrs Cyril Grieves of Pininviex

Lenora Aaite Francis Fromy Criswelli Buriel Memtorial Park Ada Hom R. NL Larson Larsont Tulsa A Mater Cyril Grieves Pininviex

Global Opinion Condemns Red Methods in UN Speeches

An international clash over Soviet policy surfaces as Western democracies condemn "Red" methods. Britain aligns with the United States in a dramatic address amid Cold War tensions. A Cabinet push hints at an emergency session to address looming food shortages and essential needs.

Russia U. N America United U. O Soviet Union Fares Riebyte Britain Prance la Monet Bewin Wee T Pering Vishineky Hassin Americe Westex Europe Washington Paris Genewal Trumaty Amr Congress Arshall

Oklahoma Pressing For Better Hats From Lawton Firm

A reader letter discusses Oklahoma contents on hats and notes a Lawton firm creating hats since the year’s start. Mentioned are economic ties with Venezuela and a Turner Ranch sale of Herefords, plus a claim on state temperature extremes and the Denver export issue. The piece weaves editor opinions with fragmented foreign references.

Indian Weaving on Comeback In Oklahoma

Musrogee Oklahoma September 1954 Cherokee and Cherokee crafts show revival in Indian weaving. 955 artisans work part time producing hand woven shirts rugs and bead art under the Indian owned Secucyai Weavert cooperative. Exhibits at New York International Textile Exposition and ongoing market demand with daily earnings from 35 to 22.

Photinia William Ames Yast New York Secucyai Weavert Tintngh Idividust Cimumuity

Oppenheimer Quizzed Over Student Dropout Rumors At Louisville

University of Louisville official Dean J. Oppenheimer answers questions on why a junior may quit school amid rumors. He notes veterans' wives influence and that university records show veterans in a group average higher than typical students.

Greter J. J. Oppenheimer University of Louisville Junior Westany Tatese Plaga Wespmne Dean Oppen Groep

Muskogee to Vote on $913,060 Improvement Bond

The Muskogee city council approves a special election on a $913,060 bond issue to fund street and sewer upgrades, fire department, parks, and water main extensions. The measure aims to raise city funds and would shift fares from nickel to a higher rate. The text notes unrelated items about greens and gas outlets.

Muskogee Muskogeer Okin Srot Muskoges Citiaems Nickel

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