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THE PERKINS JOURNAL
Robert I,. and Yvonne M. Evans, Owners-Publishers
Published each Thursday at 133 S. Main Street
Post Office Box 665. Perkins, Oklahoma 74059
Telephone: 405-547-2411
SUBSCRIPTION PRICES
Payne, Lincoln. Logan & Noble Counties $9~50 + 60¢ tax (10.10)
Elsewhere in State $13~0 + 85e tax (14~5)
Out of State $16.50
JOURNAL EDITORIAL OPINION
Much thought is being given to the two atomic bomb
blasts that were used to stop World War II. It was 40
years ago this month that the bombs were used.
Other than the fact that 150,000 Japanese were killed
in the bomb drops, there were a lot of positive factors in
President Truman's decision to bring a grand finale to the
War. It was the signal to begin a new era of confronta-
tion--a method of projecting to the people on planet Earth,
new, expanded methods to deal with one another. It
elevated the world from the crude cannon to the more
sophisticated scientific application of ideas that will even-
tuaUy lead to the end of battlefields as a determining fac-
tor in maintaining freedom of mind and body.
Those who are critical of what happened in Japan with
the infant atomic bomb either were not in the world then,
or have lost track of what was going on at that time. For
one thing, life was cheap, and death was common. A check
of records will indicate this: Twenty million Russians dead;
Nine million Germans; Three hundred thousand
Americans; Seven million Jews; Nine million Chinese; Six
million French, Balkans, Italians, Greeks, etc.; Three
million Japanese; Two million British--all totaled, Fifty
Million people were dead by 1945 because of World War
II. There was a like number of injured and maimed, and
there was a belt of total destruction around the girdle of
the earth mostly in Europe and the Pacific. There had been
seven years of war and death; mankind was tired and
wound so tight that the sanity of the world was at stake.
In 1945 people from all over the globe were asking how
they could endure any more.
By August 1945, the population hdd had a slight taste
of a wind down. The fighting had stopped in Europe. The
Facists there had fallen.
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American ftghting forces had fought their way across
the Pacific, destroyedthe Japanese fleet and air force, and
had one by one, taken the island bastions, and were at the
Japanese side door on Okinawa and Iwo Jima.
After terrible losses on Okinawa and Iwo Jima there was
speculation that it would require a force of several milh'on
men, thousands and thousands of ships, planes, and lan-
ding craft to bring the fanatical Japanese soldier and
civilian alike under control The loss of American military
men was estimated to be anywhere from 200,000 to
500,000 casualties.
There was also the problem of a Russian Bear gearing
to move down from the northwest into China, anxious to
get their claws into Japan. President Truman and his ad-
ministration" along with Churchill, had experienced the
sorry settlement that was developing in Europe, which was
splitting that continent into fragments. Truman did not
want this in Japan. The Americans had won the battle of
the Pacific nearly singlehandedly, and they did not want
Russia meddling in the last effort to bring the Pacific war
to a conclusion.
President Truman ordered the atomic bomb be dropped
at Hiroshima and Nagasaki after warning them of the
terrible destruction that would result. This convinced the
Japanese leaders that there could not be a negotiated
peace, and surrender was unconditional. It was a bless-
ing to the Japanese that it ended this way because they
intended to keep many of their Facist war leaders had they
won a negotiated surrender. Also, Japan today would have
probably been a divided country much as areKorea, Viet-
nam and Germany, had Russia had time to enter the
Pacific War. As it turned out, Japan has become one cf
the leading democratic industrial societies in the Pacific,
and is destined to be a world leader in the future, ironical-
ly, a position they were coveting when they attacked the
USA in 1941.
The Journal believes there was some good resulting from
using the only two atomic bombs that have been unleashed
on mankind. It proved to the world that free people have
the ability and capacity to use force to remain free. They
pointed out that if it takes a balance of force to maintain
peace then they are willing to go that extra mile to make
it happen. The United States gained the advantage early
on in such destructive, scientific, technical warfare, and
they have maintained that advantage through the years.
There is little question that had Russia or Germany come
up with the "bomb" first there would have been lit 'le
tolerance in its use. The world would be a different place
today.
The Journal feels that a majority of those who were in-
volved in World War H admire President Truman for his
decision to use the atomic bomb. They danced in the
streets when these two devices stopped a deadly course
in a matter of hours. It set the ground rules for co-
existence, diplomacy and defense, and aligned the balance
of economic and military power for the next half century
and hopefully longer.
The American people owe apologies to no one. The Joural
urges you and you, as Americans, to never allow an in-
dividual or a group to force you into a guilt trip for things
that happened in World War II, or any confrontation
following. The American people have liberated the world
several times, and then set about to rebuild it in the im-
age of freedom for all mankind. It is important to let those
forces who would like to see it otherwise, understand that
the Americans would do it all over again if necessary to
DOC'S COMMENTS
The slight change in the weather,
with northerly winds, is a welcome
relief from the several days of lots
of sun and 100 degree tempera-
tures. But it's still too hot for out-
side activities by senior citizens, the
ailing and all those others bothered
by exceptionally hot weather.
Me? I'm much improved. Not
new and vital signs are about back
to normal But this has been a rugg-
ed week for Ole Dec. Daughter
Mary Frances suffered an injury
this week from a slick floor in the
utility room. Today, Thursday, she
is undergoing surgery to make cor-
rections as a result of the fall.
During the growing up years we
were told that the majority of
disabling accidents happened in the
home. It may still be true with the
kitchen and bath being the most
vulnerable spots. But, how do you
keep people out of the kitchen and
bath?
Doctors say she is in excellent
condition for the surgery and they
expect no compllcatione But to
clear one's mind of frustration and
avxiety is almost impossible. Mail
and telephone calls are comforting.
Reading the newspapers help, but
you always finish with the same
thoughts and frustrations.
We did not think it was necessary
for her daughters to make the long
trip from California, but they also
have a mind of their own, and they
will be arriving via air tonight.
Yeah... it's been a rough two days
for Ole Dec. The unexpected sud-
denness of these things certainly
bears down, but I'm sure
everything will be all right.
See by the newspapers that the
Speaker of the House has decided
that the liquor laws that were pass-
ed so hurriedly may need some fine
tuning and changes. The Speaker
says there are some problems that
have been identified and will receive
attention and correction. Well, the
Speaker was notified of the hazards
involved in writing liquor laws with
county option and the records of
other states hold true in Oklahoma.
We will probably see annual pro-
blems needing attention and
change for many years to come.
County option is the nemesis of law
enforcement across the nation and
we know of no state where it was
successful. There must be a better
way.
But, the problem has given the
Speaker a great opportunity to
blow his own horn by saying the
House of Representatives has
emerged as the leader in state
government. To this, the voters are
not in full agreement with the idea.
Wonder what there is about the
Speaker of the House position that
is predominated by the power craze.
But that's a part of state govern-
ment that does not seem to change.
It's a practice which has caused
more officials to fall by the wayside
than any other. It would pay them
to remember the words of a former
speaker who said: "Today you may
be riding a white horse, dressed in
shining armor waving a flag of suc-
ces to the applause of the majority.
Tomorrow, you may be riding a
state car headed for a house of
detention." He has been right so
many times. Why do they continue
the trend? It's a tragedy that could
be avoided and it should be because
they are not the only ones to suffer.
Innocent members of their families
suffer the most in practically all
cases. Too much power can be a
deadly, destructive tool and usual-
ly is. But tomorrow will be better
for all concerned and you can count
on it.
Best wishes to everyone in the
state of Oklahoma for prosperity,
education, and bringing the young-
er generation up in the right way.
Tomorrow they will be running the
state and nation. Best wishes.
Arrivederci,
T. C. 'T)oc" Bonner
The Poet's Corner
BE A FRIEND
Flowers respond to tender care,
Human love is much more rare.
From the hot sun in the sky,
Without moisture plants can die.
Friends need Special nurturing,
Not harsh thoughts or words that sting.
Loving tender, loving true,
Can do more than words can do.
Compliments, a special phrase,
Heals a heart that's badly frayed.
If you try you II surely find,
Blessings rare and peace of mind.
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June Mote Pearson
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Mr. Editor,
I have a gripe as all people in
District #3. It just seems to me like
we do not have blade hands for
grading or care for the blind corners
on the country roads. Within a mile
of our community has not been
graded for about 3 months. Grass
is growing to the center of the road.
We all know there is more tax
money now than there ever was. I
have lived in District #3 all of my
fife, about 60 years, and never seen
the roads as bad as they are now.
I guess no one is to blame except
our commissioner? Just had to get
it off my chest.
Yours truly,
Wayne Burton
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Chehalis, Wa.
Dear Friends:
Here is $16.50 for another year's
subscription. I enjoy it. I recognize
many of the family names and per-
sonally knew many those who were
young when I was. But the roll call
is getting pretty thin. Many of
those who were in school when I
was there have gone to their
reward.
I hope this finds all of you in good
health and spirits.
Respectfully,
Mr. Carrel L. Parks
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67 Years Ago
{From The Perkins Journal,
August 30, 1918--67 years ago.}
The War Industry Board has
issued an order reducing 25 percent
all publication space in weekly
newspapers in excess of eight
pages. The standard is now eight 6
column pages for all country week-
lies. Subscription prices will also be
raised from $1 to $1.50 a year, paid
in advance. It will he against the
regulations to carry any subscriber
more than three months past their
expiration date.
Will Case, Jim Woodson and Ger~
trude Elliott of the Vinco communi-
ty have all purchased grapho-
phones recently.
Charles Stansberry has been
working the roads between Still-
water and Perkins this week.
Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Knipe of
Twin Oaks Farm, Perkins, received
notice last week that their son, Cor-
poral Nile Knipe, has safely disem-
barked at port in France.
H. M. DeHaas has finished the
season's threshing in this vicinity
and left Tuesday for his home near
Wichita.
51 Years Ago
{From The Perkins Journal,
September 6, 1934--51 years ago.)
A number of students from
Perkins have left for college. Those
attending A & M in Stillwater are:
Marie Evans, Shelby Wyatt, Hur-
ley Bhmer, Lorsne Thomas, Homer
Judge, Maurice Lay, Cecil Williams
and Delbert Carllle. Attending at
Edmond are: Iris Albright, Norris
Boone, Wayne Willett, Charlie
tion of new
and a general cleanup.
is operated by Mr.
Martin.
Frank Hillhouse
ing the streets in his
Studebaker. It
the red light on top.
We heard that
way for remodeling
building. A two door
added
The
the city clerk.
Virgil Brown
he will be transferred
month. Surely
back here next summer
little league Pumas.
FOR SALE--As I
from Perkins,
ing an excellent
don Hughes, Perkin~
The Perkins
published a financial
stating they would
to conduct a term
coming year.
The Town of Perkins
financial statement
$19,752 would be
the town government
ing fiscal year.
25 Years
{From The
August 4, 1960--25
Bill
at Monday's
members about his
The electrical
Journal press
final press run was
Fulton, Rachel Brown, Lets Farmer it was necessary for
and Geneva Albright. Those take the forms to
attending OU at Norman; Finleywere printed on the
Holbrook, Wallace Dickey and
John Byer.
Last Friday night a group of nine
boys gathered at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. John Byer's for a steak
fry. Very few people on the east side
of town went to sleep until the par-
ty was over. Besides eating, the
evening was spent listening to the
football game, playing bridge and
bothering the neighbors. Those pre-
sent were: John Byer, Jr., Bill
Waite, Wallace Dickey, John Ca~
lile, Finley Holbrook, Nelson
Meats, Bill Knipe, Buddy Dickey
and Junior Holbrook.
The Perkins Commercial Club
met Friday no0n at the Methodist
Church with 13 present. The group
received information about Federal
relief, and voted to assist as possi-
ble, and drafted a resolution re-
questing federal assistance through
the FERA.
Frank Eaton, with Hubert and
Lloyd Rice, attended the 14th
meeting of the Cherokee Strip Cow
Punchers Association at the 101
Ranch from Saturday until
Monday.
Lawrence Baker and family mov-
ed into the Stansbury property.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Thee
Dillard, a daughter whom they
named Elizabeth.
Mr. Rentfrow of the Ford Motor
Company here reports the sale of a
new car to Glenn Carson, and a new
truck to Cecil Shaffer.
Feople claim to be so hard up
they are not able to pay for their
subscription to the Journal pay
their debts or a lot of other things,
yet in some mysterious way they
always have money to spend on
shows. Tobacco users always have
money to buy their tobacco, and
those who like booze seldom do
without. Most people would give
their lives to keep this nation from
coming under subjection of a
foreign power, yet allow their
bodies to be dominated by a power
they cannot fend off.
School started Monday at Good-
night, and the school house has
been painted and papered, besides
other outside improvements.
30 Years Ago
{From The Perkins Journal,
August 11, 1955--30 years ago.)
LeRoy Shurtz has graduated
with a degree in Business Adminis-
tration from Central State College
in Edmond. He is a 1950 graduate
of Perkins High.
A/3c Al Neal is home on'a 16 day
furlough visiting his parents Mr.
and Mrs. A. L. Neal. He reports to
Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton,
Ohio.
The Lyric Theatre will be closed
until September 15, for the installs-
press by editor
printer Frank
done, and the
home by 2 a.m.,
out on time.
20 Years
{From The
August 12,
Kennard Spillars,
Mr. and Mrs. L.
Perkins, is serving
tack aircraft
Hornme Richard
ed to the South
resume air strikes
tlons in North
Viet Cong in the
Ronnie Stout, son
Mrs. O. E. Stout of
been selected for the
State football
tonight in Taft
10 Years
{From The
August 7, 1975--10
Don Hardin
check to C. N.
Senior Citizens
contribution. The
ceeds from the
There was one bid for s
car and
came in at $4,000.17
police car, and
Ford pickup.
Jim Dodrill and Sue
fall were selected to
All State Stage Band,
ed in Oklahoma
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SENIOR
NEWS
By Mildred
The Center had a
brought down from
day and we loaded it
papers. Once
cleaned out.
papers were
Hunt, Bob Burnett,
thews, Vern Wells,
Alpha Bower and
Our first potluck
month will be
August 14th, and the l
there that day. is
Birthday dinner
August 16tl~
I am happy tc
Decker is home
and is feeling
Ralph Grimm is
improving.
Happy Birthday
ma Miller and
by the musicians.
The Perkins Journal Staff
NEW MEDICAL
CLINIC WILL OPEN
YALE- Dr. Lew Hortillosa, Mid-
dlesboro, Kentucky, will arrive in
Yale August 12, to begin'prepara-
tions for opening of a medical clinic
hem by August 15.
"O"
Bob Evans
Publisher-Editor
Yvonne Evans
Pubfisher-M asor
Bemmtt Lud
