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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1949

Page

4

Religion in Politics and the New York Senate Race

The article discusses the persistence of religion in electoral politics, noting federal aid debates tied to religious schools and a public clash between Eleanor Roosevelt and Cardinal Spellman. It cites 1864 and 1928 as precedents, weighs Lehman and Dulles for New York, and urges judging federal aid on intrinsic merit rather than religious angles. The piece urges keeping religion out of politics while acknowledging the unlikelihood of that outcome.

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A Reasonable Risk in Atlantic Pact Aid for War Readiness

A column argues a one billion dollar Atlantic Pact aid and rearmament plan could curb war but risks provoking Russia. It notes Moscow may act before Western Europe arms, and warns against corruption and influence in government hiring. It ends critiquing physician pay and devaluation.

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Madam President A Talk on Electing a Woman Leader

The piece argues for nominating a woman for president or vice president, praising Margaret Chase Smith and noting Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria as models. It asserts a gifted woman could head the government and that electing a woman could yield strong leadership for another four years, countering public skepticism.

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Transporting Money Risky in Modern Times

In a reflective column, the author notes the dangers of moving large sums, recounts past bank and express robberies, and questions currency handling. The piece then shifts to labor strikes, government regulation, industry price control, and economic policy debates. It critiques regimentation, warns about government pay limits, and ponders savings incentives amid rising taxation.

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Fear 13 Dead In Talihina B-29 Crash

Talihina Oklahoma Sept 27 a force bomber crashed and burned near the Ozark National Forest killing 13 crew members. rescuers faced heat and gasoline fires delaying recovery near the molten wreckage. authorities later transported bodies to Fort Worth for identification while the search for the remaining crew continued.

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Budget Report Sparks Debate On State Expenditures

A disjointed memo outlines how the state funds 18.69 percent of total expenditures with federal grants in aid. It notes education receives the largest share and questions past tax and gasoline rate changes, highlighting calls for scrutiny of waste and shifts in budgeting.

Senate House Conference Approves Foreign Arms Program

Senate and House conferees agreed on a 1.69 billion dollar arms aid package for Western Europe and Asia, with 125.6 million available immediately. The compromise trimmed earlier lower figures and linked funds to NATO, Greece, Turkey, Iran, Korea, the Philippines, and China area aid, with 450 million in surplus arms shipment authority.

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Controls on the atom bomb divide West and Moscow

The piece argues both sides seek international atomic controls but differ on inspections and veto powers. It notes Moscow demands nation specific inspections and veto, while Washington warns that self checks would fail. It cites Truman and UN hopes, with Western nations tightening security while awaiting compromise amid global tension.

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Warnings to Drop Arrests to Gain in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City report shows 3,981 warnings and 712 arrests during Sept 10 20 period, double last year’s figures. Officials say enforcement of the new traffic code, approved last spring, will start Oct 1. Safety Commissioner Paul Reed expects fewer warnings and more arrests as enforcement tightens.

Oklahoma City State Highway Patrol Paul Reed

Transit system carries riders equal to Earth population

The U S rapid transit industry carried a number of passengers in IM equal to about 101 times the population of the earth, illustrating immense scale and urban mobility demand.

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Asphalt Surfacing Of Two Streets Here Is Delayed

Ada plans for asphalt resurfacing on South Mississippi and West Main are postponed to next year due to late season. State highway officials cite budgetary shifts and weather as delaying factors. South Mississippi would resurface 2 600 feet from Main Street at about 78 700 dollars, while West Main would cover 2 400 feet from the railroad crossing to city limits at about 40 000 dollars.

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Broader, Deeper Life Urged Here by L. Leet Kiwanis Talk

L. Leet, national stewardship evangelist for the Christian Churches of America, urged Kiwanis members to live more widely and deeply and to ennoble life through God’s power. He warned that a man can live too long if he lives his life awry, stressing concern for others as part of a richer life. Mrs Leet sang two numbers before the talk, with Mrs Ida McCullar accompanying.

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Series of Plane Crashes Kill Many

A series of plane crashes killed 24 people and left 29 feared dead across Mexico England and the United States. An Aeromexico jet with 24 aboard reportedly plummeted near Popocatepetl. A U S air force B29 crashed near Talihina Oklahoma with 10 bodies found. Twelve RAF fliers died in a central England collision during exercises. Two University of Tennessee students perished in a small plane crash near Heiskell Tennessee.

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Special Features At Crusade Service At First Christian

Mr and Mrs Charles Longpine greet worshippers at the Steward ship Evangelism Crusade tonight at the First Christian church at 730. L O Leet of Dallas leads selection of helpers to boost attendance one night each. Gene Fleming led last evening with a full house and Shawnee Christian church choir provided music. Idalee McCullar will meet youth choir at 630 for Thursday prep. Nola L Leet sings Beyond the Sunset. Johnny Siwolaski sponsors Wednesday night attendance.

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Bootlegger Cautions On Elections Day In City

In Oklahoma City on Sept 27 a bootlegger observed election day for prohibition repeal and refused service, saying they could be fined for selling during the election. A customer reported the prohibition era concern as the shop kept closed to avoid penalties.

Oklahoma City

Region DTA to Host Four PTA Leader Training Sessions

A state announcement from Norman Otis Fra headquarters states DTA Schools of Week for Region DTA will run four one day sessions starting September 27 at 9 30 AM to 3 30 PM. Mrs Robert H Jaggar of Ade is director and will lead training for PTA leaders, chairmen, and all interested in the parent teacher movement. Sessions cover program planning parliamentary procedure membership enrollment and projects in health safety and education.

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Youth Rally Draws 212 at First Christian Church

Large crowd attends Sunday night youth rally led by L Leet national stewardship evangelist. 212 youths sing and hear a radio play on air murders, forming a friendship circle of 175 and a challenge to good stewardship. Tonight Idalee McCullar assists in song service and sermon. Mrs Nola Leet ends with meditation.

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British Profit Tax Raised One Fifth

London reports Sir Stafford Cripps boosted Britain's profits tax by 1. five percent to counter inflation from pound devaluation. The rate rises to 30 percent and faces House of Commons debate with backing from Labour caucus. Treasury confirms authority to act and likely formal motion forthcoming.

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Kenawa FFA Best Exhibit at Oklahoma State Fair

Kenawa chapter of Future Farmers of America won 75 dollars for best collective exhibit showing the Future Farmers program at the Oklahoma state fair. A miniature farm display highlighted income from varied sources. Also at the fair Wethersfield Blackaider, a two-year-old Guernsey bull, shown by Gaylord Guernsey Farms of Oklahoma County, was grand champion.

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