Tal Crawford Declares Candidacy For Pontotoc County Judge
Tal Crawford announces his bid for Pontotoc County judge in the upcoming election. Born in Washington County Arkansas in 1889, he moved to Oklahoma in 1909 and has since practiced law in Ada after graduating from the state university at Norman.
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KILLED IN COLD BLOOD Johnson Grass Loco and All Obnoxious Growth
An advertisement from the Retail Druggists Exchange in Cameron Texas promotes a ten dollar formula claimed to guarantee money back for destroying Johnson grass loco and other nuisances. Printed directions endorse an Oklahoma congressman and other leading men of Oklahoma.
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Fe News Opinion on Marriage Advice From a Reluctant Writer
A column notes many marriage guidance pieces exist yet are penned by authors who have not secured a husband. The piece suggests skepticism about tips from those outside the lived experience, implying practical wisdom may differ from published counsel.
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Main Roads 10 To Get Federal Aid First
Oklahoma City April 23 The federal aid program favors main highways over lesser roads in future funding decisions. A letter to Henry Wood, Oklahoma state highway commissioner, from J. D. Fauntleroy Fort Worth supervising federal engineer urges locating and grading main roads with proper drainage and wide surfacing. The note stresses pavement criteria and that earth roads receive aid only in special cases with approved locations and necessary settlement before paving.
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Oklahoma
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Richardson Home Destroyed By Fire
The home of W S Richardson located 1.5 miles southwest of Ada was destroyed by fire yesterday afternoon at 3 30. The six room house valued at 4000 and its contents burned completely. The blaze started in the smoke house where meat was being smoked and reached the residence. no fire department help due to distance. The property was owned by T O Cullins and described as one of the nicest homes in the area.
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Overalls Club priced out of reach
Chickasha Express notes concern that universal joining of the Overalls Club could push prices so high that only millionaires would afford a pair, signaling worries about market effects and accessibility.
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Oklahoma Denounces Senate War Tax and Absentees
A newspaper column slams the Oklahoma senate for high war costs and absent senators. It argues the state is disenfranchised by roll calls on military funding, calls for true representation, and urges that candidates for senate seats serve or step aside.
Ferris Praised by Co-Workers for Resignation Delay
Washington April 27 The Democratic Committee delayed accepting Scott Ferris resignation as its chairman to allow time for a successor. Frank Doremus was tasked with drafting resolutions praising Ferris while Ferris said he will retire to focus on his senatorial bid and remain vice chairman to assist the committee.
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Virginia
Husband Changes Name in Divorce Suit
Mrs. Veatrice Taylor accuses Cyrus Taylor of changing his name to Jones after their January 1914 marriage and making her use the new name. She alleges cruelty to her and their child, forcing her to leave home and work for support, and notes joint ownership of Altus town lots. She seeks divorce, alimony, and custody of the baby. Attorney R. C. Roland represents the plaintiff.
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Oklahoma tags receipts surpass last year in first quarter
Oklahoma highway commissioner Henry Wood reported that automobile license tax receipts for the first three months of the year reached 1.3 million dollars, exceeding last year’s total of 1.208 million. About 96,000 cars have been registered so far, with at least 200,000 in the state. tag production at the penitentiary workshop is 10,000 weekly as they work to catch up, and the May 1 deadline for license tags remains in place.
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Overall Club in Ada Not Dead Yet
Ada residents embrace a nationwide craze revival with civic zeal. Notable local figure John Crawford, a renowned southern criminal lawyer, is reported as the first to don denim here while serving as the organization’s chairman, though he speaks cautiously about progress.
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Ada Man Leads Overalls Movement Amid Price Fears
In Ada and Pontotoc county, John Crawford champions a statewide overall movement arguing it could reduce living costs. He warns merchants who hike prices risk prosecution for profiteering, praising Crawford as a bold pioneer aiding laborers and common folk against high living costs.
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Pontotoc County
Ada viewed by visiting school chief after debate
E S McCabe, superintendent of Copan schools, judged a debate between East Central and Alva Normals in Ada. He praised Ada as beautiful for location, a town of homes with thoughtful, helpful people and solid business, noting the local daily’s cooperation in Pontotoc county’s progress.
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Good Roads Drive Gathers Statewide Momentum
Oklahoma and Bryan counties voted bond issues of 750000 and 900000 to support permanent roads. Payne County discussions lean toward a favorable end of the year. The Federal match will double local contributions, widening road-building funds. A road-building demonstration will precede the Farm Congress at A and M College in August with Governor Robertson urging county commissioners to participate.
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New Oil Well Planned in Pontotoc and McClain Counties
A new oil well is to be drilled near Chism in Pontotoc and McClain counties after a Fort Worth deal. Dixie Leasing Company and Rodeo State Petroleum Company of Fort Worth contracted to drill a test well, with a geologist to locate the site and derrick to be erected before drilling starts by August 10, 1920. The Rodeo State Company believes strong chances exist for oil and will conduct a thorough test.
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Impeached Governor Runs for President
James E. Ferguson former and impeached Texas governor announces candidacy for U S president on the American party platform formed at Fort Worth. He denounces the league of nations and national prohibition supports light wines and beer until repeal and backs pardoning Debs. He attacks compulsory military training saying the nation needs an army for agriculture not war.
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Contractor Praises Ada Progress On Water Main Project
J S Terry of Poteau, contractor for Ada’s new water mains, praised the city’s progress after 19 days on the job. He noted 25 blocks lowered, 18 more to go before extending the line to Byrd's Mill, and commended Major Benham, Mr Whitaker, and local crews for Ada’s forward move. Penix leads local operations.
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Sullivan leaves 1.5 million to widow and children
Chicago April 28 Roger Sullivan Democrat leader left one million five hundred thousand dollars in a will filed for probate today. The bulk of the fortune is placed in a trust fund for the widow and children.
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Chicago
Commission to Europe signals trade bid with Russia
Atlantic City, N J April 28 The board of directors of the United States Chamber of Commerce authorized a commission to proceed to Europe to study the potential resumption of trade relations between the United States and the Russian people.
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Ada Milling Co reorganized with $150000 charter issued
Ada Milling Co with a new charter of $150 000 is issued by the secretary of state to J Lloyd Ford Shawnee R J Anderson and F W Meaders Ada. Ford remains president Anderson manager. The firm plans a 60000 bushel grain elevator and kept profits in Ada. Operations to begin next week.
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Shawnee
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Atoka
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Oklahoma
Luther Harrison to Speak at Presbyterian College of Women
Luther Harrison will deliver the commencement address at the Oklahoma Presbyterian College for Women in Durant. Exercises are scheduled for May 20.
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Ada Sees Small Rise in City Assessments
Tax Assessor Nick Heard will close the books on assessments next Saturday May 1. It will be a few days until this year’s assessments are known. Only Ada reports a notable rise above last year due to new buildings in the city.
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