Oklahoma City Debt Talks Highlight Treasury Secretary Visit
Oklahoma City September forum featuresTreasury Secretary Snyder stating the national debt must be managed despite prosperity. He cites 5 million annual interest payments and notes private debt and farm mortgages have declined. Attendees include Senator Elmer Thomas and other state and national figures as discussions cover inflation, budgets, and tax policy.
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Oklahoma City
Cpi
Tom
Johnny Snyder
Treasury
Chamber of Commerts Forum
Tepow
Snyder
Sores
United States
Elmer Thomas
Robert S. Kere
Miner Marber
Shensee
Nation
James H. Arrington
Sascler
Howevr
Oklahoma
Roy J. Turney
State Capitol
Warning On Marble Pin Ball Machines
County law enforcement warns against marble games and pinball machines tied to prizes. Officials say any machine giving value, even free games or merchandise, is gambling and illegal for minors to use. Prosecution under state gambling laws may follow after September 28.
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Long
Clyde Kaisér
Cocstt Smith
Potive, Reeds
Thie
Esai
Stilwater Directory Mystery Unveiled by Sharp Newcomer
A sharp-eyed newcomer in Stilwater uncovers odd entries in the city directory noted by News-Press readers. The ledger lists various trades and names such as Kings Queens Fawcett and Kings, Fishers, Bakers, and Byer, while the rest of the page hints at a puzzling catalog of residents amid ongoing directory readings.
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Stillwater
Stilwater
Doevenport
Cork
Freshman Exam Sparks Debate On Political Terms
East Central freshmen faced a mental aptitude test with a controversial word definition. Scores were mixed as the examiner corrections sparked debate about political terminology and potential misuse in campaigns.
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East Central
Senate
Cadece
State Fair Has Record Crowds at Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City on September 27 reports the State Fair drawing record crowds. Officials claim the largest second day attendance in history with 53 375 attending last year’s Sunday program. Awards went to vocational agriculture exhibits and schools from Walters Gould Stroud and others.
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Fo Farnatiles
Oklahoma
Tory
Oticlals Sant
Tuttle: Piature Furters of America
Soik Conservation
Fairview
Purcell
Walters
Docs
Gould
Stroud
Harsch
Greenfield
Temple
Grandfield
Cleveland
Melcud
Thn City
Sulphur
Geary
Four-H exhibitors judged at county fair showcases
The home demonstration club exhibits were not fully judged by 8 p.m with placings led by Wanda Maddox for top canning and vegetables. Dor ia Binkley and Nelta Bryant earned positions, while Beorig Binkley and others prepared displays. The 4H home demonstration judging will continue with a later publication and a Tuesday trip for the district event.
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Elsie Filr
Wanda Maddox
Doria Binkley
Nelta Bryant
Beorig Binkley Ee
Beorig Binkley Ee Necedt Sifth
Bisry Ant
Cation
Stata
Pentatoc
Stare Cantei
Exuna Mae Cochram
Unlor ‘Hay
Wilma Neely
Latta
Bonz McKinney Vamoss
Mazine Clifford
Lia
Miss Floyd
Jay Canning
Budget Hart
Jessa
Colbert
Rinashy
Hamer
Pecan Grove
Fremois
Vaness
Alea
Heroylend
Dras
Jesse
Happyland
Hart
Fitehugh
Dresa
Pitehugh
Ana Jesse
Jess
Wealth and hunger for purpose in Rockefeller tale
The piece contrasts wealth with simple pleasures and purpose. It recounts a boyish vision of John D. Rockefeller dining on a grand steer and gold surroundings, then shifts to the idea that true value lies in meaningful work and generosity. The narrator reflects that wealth can dull happiness, while purposeful effort and humane conduct yield real satisfaction.
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New York
Rockefeller
John FA
Mr. Rockefeller
Rockefeler
James
Rockefelder
Tare
Tae
Rockefellar
Andrew Carnegie
Rome
Wille Cather
County Teachers To Meet Oct 6 Dinner at Aldridge Hotel
The Fon foter County Teachers Association schedules a dinner meeting for October 6 at 7:30 to 9 at the Aldridge hotel with musical entertainment led by Mrs. Marguerite Hawkinson. Dr. John A. Raley, president of Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, will be principal speaker. Officers to be elected, nominating committee named. Reserve by October 4 with Norman Mitchell.
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Fonfoter
Aldridge Hotel
Marguerite Hawkinson
East Central Leotkegs
John A. Raley
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee
FF Osvar Ogsberg Drives Off Street Collision
A driver named FF Osvar Ogsberg steered onto Charles Street and collided with a car, veering off into a nearby lot. A bystander reported seeing a rat on the shoulder as the vehicle halted, with witnesses noting unusual circumstances surrounding the crash.
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Seo Pord
Osvar Ogsberg
Charles Street
Staesiese
Cost of living index rises amid mixed August data
Washington reports the cost of living index edged up again in August while retail food prices show a tiny drop. The index reflects prices for goods and services bought by middle income urban families, remaining near record highs despite modest food price declines. Household earnings stood around $53.862 weekly, with continued high overall living costs. The report notes food prices fell slightly but overall inflation remained elevated versus the 1933-39 base.
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Washington
Bureaa of
Terge
Rev Wallock Improving After Hospital Rest
Lawton Oklahoma reports Rev A S L Wallock, director of the Wichita mountains Easter sunrise service, improving in hospital after entering for rest and special treatment. Attendants say he will be released soon to return home near the site of the Eastern Pageant, which draws visitors nationwide.
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Wallock
Lawton
Okla
SL Wallock
Wichite Mountains
Samson's Foxes and Jeep Commandos in 1948 Frontline Tactics
A correspondent profiles improvised war units named Samson's Foxes and Jeep Commandos used by Israel in 1948. Description covers night raids, mobile artillery roles, and terror tactics aimed at Arab forces, including night campaigns, field maneuvers, and the training of JC fighters under Yitzhak Sadeh.
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Samson
Sampson
Lampoom
Jeep
Iself
Speec
Samnpson
Wagf
Palestine
Teh Aviv
Lydda
Tira
der Tarif
Beit Nekole
Argh Nes
Omo
Man
Jcs
Tren
Bali
Olemry Mover
Temp
Jtwo
Isek
Yitzhak Sadeh
Gris
Sam
Calonsi Sadeh
Iidie
Eiszel Fabnach
Warning to Those Along How Paving Along How
City engineer Ett Covey warns residents along East Sixth and South Highschool that new concrete paving must include an extension joint between the paving and sewer work to prevent cracking from summer heat. Crews have completed paving in the area and urge proper jointing.
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Firsy
Ett 5
Covey
East Sixth
Hobart Soldier Buried After Long WWII Mystery
Hobart Oklahoma reports the burial of First Lieutenant Jo an Noske the bomber crewman missing since October 14 1944 when his aircraft was shot down over Austria. After years of conflicting rumors his death was officially confirmed in September 1943 ending Hobarts tragic World War I era episode.
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Hobart
Okla
Joan Noste
Austria
Lisut Noske
Automot We Hint Avoid Excessive Application In Generator
The fragment discusses avoiding heavy use of the generator and starter, noting possible damage to the commutator and oiling concerns. It speculates Niagara Falls eroding toward Lake Erie over an estimated 5,000 years.
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Eeco Oiling
Niagera Falls
Lake Erle
Drouth Relief and Pasture Plans Highlight Farm Notes
The county reports 2000 WPA ponds damaged since 1938 despite 20 percent AAA payments. A pasture improvement drive near Tupela moves forward with 33 acres to be sown in rye grass, fertilized with phosphate and nitrate. Oklahoma A&M officials assist, projecting beef gains and milk output, while lime application completes on the farm.
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Jess Marcum
Hama
Texas
Drouth
Helpme Plas
Fiegun North
Et Tupela
Sam Durham
Oklahoma A
Mi College
Mor. Goode
Phosphate Spreader Used by Local Farmers
Farmers in Coal County have begun using a phosphate spreader provided through the AAA SAM office and county agent. Names of users include Bill Burge on H. D. Birr flats near Parker Marcus Whitt on his farm near Coalgate Herman Baumert on his Coalgate farm and Harrison Ennis on his Mowdy area farm. The county Farm Bureau plans a new bureau and will elect temporary officers Frank King chair and W. R. Brother secretary.
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Bill Burge
H. D
Anyere
SAM
AAA
CAL County Farm Bureau
Coal County
Ben Arneld
Oklahoma Farm Buad Association
Farm Bureau
Byresc
Ernest Goss
Lester Leotard
Johns W. Daniel
Palmer Brecheen
el McDonald
Steve Sullivan
Robert, Gregory
A. Hebyey
Branom
Jack Stages
Oscar Rely
Wi Ro Grothels
Prask Mactin
Cliffnet Danie
B. E Werford
Stanley H. Bielms
Jess E Brown
J. C. O'Neal Bom
Frankit
Omer Finch
Eugene, Woods
Hrb
Hatt Gus David
Marti
Frank King
Frank Whitt
Keith McMillsn
Lee Morrison
J. L. Plug
John Grigsty
Dan’ Thald
Cures Floyd
Not Easy To Outfox Skunk In Lawton Tale
In Lawton Oklahoma on September 2 a comical incident unfolds as Eddie Morris battles a bold fox or skunk at his home. Lights blaze, a standoff at a small opening ends with Morris retreating then retrying. After hours, Morris finally defeats the skunk in a drawn out dusk to morning chase.
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Lawton
Oxla
Eddie Morris
Morris
Foxgonk
Fanny
Health Unit Making Move to New East Thirteenth Site
After extensive painting and moving, the city county health unit plans to open full service soon at the former Suet ey yaing on East Thirteenth. The new quarters provide office space for the director and VD coordinator, a sanitarian, two nurses, and private spaces for patient care. The clinic will have treatment rooms, examination rooms, a reception area, and filing space, enabling private visits with nurses or doctors and reducing prior waiting. The move will also house home services and the various phases of the unit’s work.
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Seen Ane
Aymayncemet
Progressive Party Falls Short in Oklahoma Ballot Bid
In Oklahoma City on September 25, officials reported diminished chances for the Progressive and State Rights parties to qualify for the November ballot. Secretary J William Cordell said ballots are printed and test mailings set for October, with absentee ballots in progress. Party leaders blame court delays and filing costs, noting they may pursue a Supreme Court challenge while planning a public meeting Sunday at 2 p.m.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
J. William Cordell
Zambielots
States Rights Democrats
J Strom Thur
South Carolina
Hoss Lillard
Supreme ‘Court
Sarly
Carlwright
Election ‘Board
Southern Democratic Movement
Truman
Lillard
Uvalde Prepares for Truman Visit With Bands and Goats
In Uvalde Texas pre dawn preparations include four high school bands and 3,000 goats as the town gears up for President Harry S Truman to arrive by special train at 6 AM. Local GOP chair W. Abih Kessler says bands won’t play before 3 AM. Truman to breakfast at Garner home with Margaret Truman. Briscoe and Gaines among hosts. goat ranchers plan prizes to support mohair subsidies.
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Ovalde
Fox
Uvalde
Hatty S Truman
Tormarrow
Hestrafm
W. Abih Kessler
Uvalde County
Democratic Committee
John Nance Gaines
Jack Richarises
Briscoe
Gore
Truman
Garner
Margaret
Sulphur to Dedicate New White Way on Tuesday
Sulphur will dedicate the new White Way Tuesday evening, with an open house at the new high school building the same evening. George Portman, superintendent, announced the events and the high school band will perform an open air concert in celebration.
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George Portman
Boe
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