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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1933
Page
3
Senator Reed heated the inflation bill debate predicting calamities if enacted. He argued the plan would empower the president, raise prices, and burden debtors while opponents warned of economic ruin and demanded restraint and fiscal responsibility.
An unclear debate references inflation figures and a proposed amendment. The garbled source mentions amounts like 6,000,000 and remarks from Reed and Mune, but specifics are obscured. No coherent event or outcome can be confirmed from the readable segments.
Examinations start at Ada high school and Wynbleweek pupils with final ceremonies planned Friday night for graduates. Senter High exams end Wednesday to allow grading and Thursday completion. Junior High targets completion of senior entries as well.
Reports from Cipy Oklahoma show Julian Cargill involved in an extradition dispute with the United States. The case centers on alleged bonds and a suspected attempt to remove him to the United States amid cross border legal tensions. Authorities seek custody and await further action in the complex matter.
In Hawatlesville on April 28 today the Phillips Petroleum Company reported to stockholders at their annual meeting that demand for petroleum products is rising and profitable prices are likely as crude oil production meets market demand. The report cites gasoline bootlegging elimination and compares to prior year earnings with total charges and shipments outlined by president Frank Phillips.
Walena Ark April 25 In a poll of lawmakers Rep Lea Nyberg said he abandoned a call for an immediate special session to push a 2.3 percent tax proposal amid little support. Governor Futrell would only call a session after two thirds agree on legislation, leaving no relief for Arkansas thirst.
Washington April 26 Roosevelt's Tennessee valley plan for Muscle Shoals moved through the house and to the Senate after a tense vote and shifts. Norris amendments were rejected, while proponents argued the project would aid national development and power, agriculture, and defense, with the administration seeking broad authorization and funding to build and operate nitrate and related facilities.
Mrs. Clark of Minneapolis defied the contempt ruling and was sentenced to serve a six month term. Court officials warned she and her two children could lose their home as the Foslay company collapse of 1920 lingered in the background. Federal actions followed amid ongoing investigations.
The court docket lists several cases from Oklahoma City and regional courts including land recovery and damages claims against students and districts, personal injury actions in Canter County, contract suits in McClain and McCurtain counties, and estate, bank judgment, and possession disputes. Reversals and remands are noted in multiple matters, with several affirmations of lower court rulings.
Senator Robinson of Arkansas told the Associated Press that inflation control must be cautious and used as a tool to stop currency depreciation. He supported negotiations to stabilize currencies, argued for expansion only as needed, and urged accurate reporting to the public. He noted upcoming budget reductions and stressed press responsibility in conveying policy. In Frederick, Tilman county farmers union endorsed taxes to ease the ad valorem burden.
Oklahoma City April 14 The United States district Attorney said C J Julian, a fugitive promoter linked to an $11 6 million fraud, has been located in Shanghai China. Officials plan to pursue extradition. a $5 000 reward remains in effect. Trial pending for June as prosecutors note the vast scope of the alleged scheme and related charges.
Starris of Wewoka High School won the boys singles title after a hard fought final against Mitchell McDaniel of Ada. Clifton and Clifford Green of Horace Mann took the doubles title. Other matches featured Sulphur and Seminole entries with notable results from Harria, McDaniel, and Holdenville players.
In Pelver on April 24 an arduous mountain storm delayed search for Glen Clark ranch foreman HW Ramsey, 60, last seen leaving the ranch by car Thursday night to find cattle. Officials fear the vehicle may have gone over a precipice. No trace of C A McCommon Colorado Springs or Teter Erickson 65 Laramie Wyoming.
Frisco lines report a March net railway operating income deficit of 313 percent or 685.31 dollars. First quarter 1935 shows a deficit of 340 1964.29 dollars compared with the prior year. March revenue totals 2 954700.90 dollars while expenses fall 51 497.00 dollars from 1932.
The Contenunty oratorical contest was held at Caalsate April 21. John Stanavieh, senior at Comet wate Nish School, won first prize for “Thomas Jefferson.” Mix Quimdolyn Sanders, fellow student at Coaleate Ith dehhool, earned a neon prize for “Character and Tere hottutkty of Thomas Jeffernan.” Judges included A. T. Ralls and the Presbyterian pastor Stanknawich of Coalunte.
Oklahoma City April 26 Gov Murray signed a new textbook bill creating a seven member state textbook commission with the state superintendent and governor ex officio. Adoptions span a year with phased allocations and aim to print the U.S. Constitution and Oklahoma Constitution in school texts.
Rep Ebey reports back from four months in Oklahoma City as a Washington lawmaker. He cites relief from work overload and outlines tax and expenditure cuts aimed at reducing government costs. More detailed remarks promised in a few days.
The article reports melioration efforts on milk in Ada with higher bacteria counts found in samples. City commissioners discuss a panel and ordinance to regulate milks and require producers to meet safety costs before sale on a date in late April.
A Wichita Falls era style note lists drastic pay cuts for Oklahoma state officials including Governor and major officers. The article details proposed salaries from Governor at 6000 to various clerks and inspectors, claiming the new schedule would take effect after the current budget period while Governor Murray reportedly resists a raise to 7000.
Washington reports the reopening of banks as negotiators end the banking crisis. At month end 260 banks had licenses to resume limited operations and 149 national banks held deposits totaling 495 million dollars. About 72 more banks were cleared to reopen, bringing the total to nearly 6,000 national banks reopening.
London dispatch reports W. J. MacDonald, jailed Metrovick sabotage engineer, claims during a 17 hour preliminary exam by a Russian secret police unit he felt hypnotized, with a constant gaze and unexplainable behavior. The correspondent from the London Daily Sketch notes the claim and questions its validity.
Ada high school swept the East Central interscholastic meet with a total of 41 3 4, far ahead of Wewoka 41 1 2 and Horace Mann Ada in third. Sulphur, Stratford, Wetumka, Allen and Konawa also posted notable totals across contests in literature, algebra, science, and arts events with many named participants from multiple schools.
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