Col Soper Ends European Service After 25 Months
Col Soper returned from 25 months in England as director of maintenance for the largest army air forces depot in the European Theater of Operations. He witnessed Normandy’s invasion buildup from an Omaha strip and observed mass air cover of B-17s P-38s and P-47s. His duties included outfitting fighters bombers and special planes for the war effort and briefing Russian generals on American mass production methods. He will spend a 50 day leave with his wife Alta I Soper before reporting to San Antonio for reassignment.
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San Angee
Sherman
Markets and wartime veteran in the same page item
A market summary from Chicago Fort Worth and Oklahoma City reports mixed livestock and grain activity, with cattle and hogs steady to higher on certain lots. New York Cotton weakens, Chicago grain shows mixed quotes, and a lengthy feature recalls Colonel Soper’s World War II service and postwar plans in Towton, including decorations and duties.
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Fort Worth
Star Electric Service Ad for Rural Wiring Duncan OK
Complete rural electrical wiring House wiring, equipment and supplies offered by Star Electric Service on Route 2 Duncan Oklahoma. J Bennett King listed with contact Tel 9521-F-6.
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REA
Star Electric Service
Duncan
Oklahoma
J. Bennett King
US munitions output exceeds five billion monthly since 1943
Since the summer of 1943 the United States has produced every month more than five billion dollars worth of munitions. The figure reflects sustained industrial output to support wartime needs and underscores the scale of defense production during the period.
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United States
Stormy winds and bird migrations swirl over Louisiana coast
Fragmentary local clipping notes storms and winds near Louisiana with references to bird sighting rows and an incomplete line about the Royal Canadian Air Forces founded in 194. The legible portion hints at weather of stormy conditions and historical military naming without clear dates or full context.
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Royal Canadian Air Forces
Note to Pre School Parents Enrollment Closes Aug 28
Parents are advised enrollment closes August 28 with limited vacancies for upcoming preschool classes. Classes begin September 4 at 9 30 a m with a cultural program in music dancing arts and crafts. Graduation in gowns is scheduled for May 11 109 Gore Tel eruone 161.
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Bering
Jack
Vis
Gore
Explosion Toll From Atomic Blast Reported With Chaos
A Japanese defense official described a massive explosion in Hiro as destroying or severely damaging almost all houses in the area. Many bodies are buried under rubble as fires spread. Survivors report women and children wounded and a black rain of liquid debris following the blast. The report notes intense pressure and widespread devastation across northern Nag station districts.
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Tovi
Jurtncee Dome
Pergana
Torii
Plates Ready Continues On Surrender Terms And Aircraft Use
A Tokyo radio report reveals Japan grounded all aircraft while Imperial HQ sought use of planes for surrender execution. General MacArthur authorized deployment of unarmed planes marked for urgent needs in carrying out surrender terms.
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Toky
I MagArt
Imperial Headquarters
MacAthur
Births at Angus and Southwestern Hospitals
Sgt and Mrs WLP Shirley welcome a 3 pound 00 ounce boy at 00 p.m. Tuesday. Sgt and Mrs G A Brouillette announce a 6 pound 14 ounce boy at 4:90 p.m. Tuesday. American consumers showed a record annual saving rate of 104 billion dollars in the first quarter.
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Angus Hospital
Wlp. Shirley
Southwestern Hospital
G. A. Brouillette
Local Personal News From Southwestern Hospitals
Mrs Vita Mickle of 4994 South Fifth was dismissed from Southwest hospital after treatment. Mrs J B Woodward of Indiahoma was admitted today for medical care. Mrs A O'Dell of Wallula was admitted for minor surgery. Mrs Hawel Tuton of 612 Lee was admitted for medical treatment. Janice Livingston, 6, daughter of Mrs EB Livingston, 1703 Oak, underwent tonsillectomy at Southwestern hospital. Mrs Pete Williamson of 1505 and infant daughter were dismissed from Angus hospital. Mrs Buford Richardson of 1109 Kingsbury and infant son were dismissed from Angus hospital. Miss Maxine Stoan of Fort Sill was dismissed from Angus hospital after a tonsillectomy on Aug 20.
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South Fifth
Southwestfea Hospital
J. B. Woodward
Indiahoma
O'Dell
Wallurlea
Southwestern Hospital
Janice Livingston
EB. Livingston
Oak
Pete Williamson
Angus Hospital
Buford Richardson
Kingsbury
Maxine Stoan
Fort Sill
Business Area extension and land exchange proposals noted
The City Council discussed a permit for a 10 by 20 galvanized iron shed at 621 D, estimated cost 835. A deed from Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Fyans for the east 18 feet of Jet 10, block 1, Llayd addition was accepted to aid Gore boulevard paving. A proposal by John Kennedy to exchange a small tract for a city owned tract will be affected by the proposed new developments.
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J. Fryman
E. P. Fyans
Llayd
Gore Boulevard
John Kennedy
City council actions and personnel changes noted
Land on the east side of Lake Lawtona was referred to the public property committee. The council approved M. C. Cameron’s request to repair a concrete drive-in at 101 Ez. Walton H. Young resigned as city fireman effective Tuesday. Bid by A. W. White for two filter plant pumps was turned to the city engineer for checking. The firm offers 25 dollars per pump for pumps used with obsolete tyne motors. After debate, the council sustained the water committee in pursuing a back bill of 72 dollars owed by Ewing Hedges Isca Bouse at 708 Lae.
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Lake Lawtona
Public Property Committee
M.C. Cameron
The
Yellow Transit Co
Walton H. (Buck) Young
A. W., White
Motor and Machine Co
Oklahoma City
Ewing Hedges
Isca Bouse
Kerr Says If He Should Resign He Is Not Seeking Other Position
Kerr states he is not seeking or considering any other position and believes the president has given even less consideration to the subject.
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Kerr
Number Troops Continued Details on Armored Divisions
Military notes list 14 divisions slated for Pacific duty with camp dates and current status. Most divisions expected to stay stateside with possible inactivations. Entries include 97th at Fort Bragg Aug 15, Eighth at Fort Leonard Wood Aug 25, 104th at Camp San Luis Obispo Aug 25, Fourth at Camp Bucner Aug 56, Fourth at Fort Benning Sept 3, Fifth at Camp Campbell Sept 3, Second at Camp Swift Sept 2, 41th at Camp Chaffee Sept 0, 13th armored at Camp Cook Sept 6, 28th at Camp Shelby Sept 17, 45th at Camp Bowie Sept 0, 13th Airborne at Camp Mackell Sept 30, and 10th Mountain at Camp Carson.
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Pacific
97Th
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N. C
Eighth
Ft. Leonard Wood
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Fort Benning
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Camp Swift
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Camp Chaffee
Ark
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Camp Shelby
Miss
Camp Bowie
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Camp Mackell
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S, GC
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Camp Carson
Golo
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