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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1935
Page
4
Governor Marland decided five state questions will appear on the September 24 special election ballot. Others set for the next general election include the home stead tax exemption proposal the graduated land tax measure and a plan to authorize revenue bonds for cities utilities plants.
The article surveys Josiah’s reign as a rare bright period in Judah amid Assyrian decline and Egyptian pressure. It notes reforms restoring worship of Jehovah, destruction of idols, discovery of the Mosaic law, and a national Passover, framing Josiah as a true reformer who fought corruption and preserved spiritual life. It also touches on contemporary issues and the wider idea of religious revival as a remedy for nations.
Day by Day Happenings in Pontotoc County Oil Fields reports Phillips No. 4 Norris near section 25-2-6 flowing 1 125 barrels in 3 12 hours after reaching the Bromide sand. Magnolia No. 3 Simpson in the Fitts field produced gas highs and new wells at Centrahoma and Olney add to growing activity. The Magnolia Northwest showings, Carter Thompson wildcat near section 34-2-9, and Skelly Minnie Akers shift outlook as deeper tests and lime opportunities emerge amid strong regional drilling and gas pressures. Sizable oil and gas gains drive continued field expansion and investment in the southwest extension.
Mrs Louannie Juanita Timmons of Connersville died Wednesday in a local hospital. Funeral services were held at Connersville at 3 oclock Thursday with Criswell Funeral Home in charge. She is survived by her husband H E Timmons and several children.
James Alexander Reaves aged 51 passed away Sunday July 28 at his daughter Mrs J S Hudsons home in Amarillo Texas Funeral services and burial are planned in Amarillo Keith Funeral Chapel announced Surviving relatives include his widow Mrs Martha Ann Reaves of Ada two daughters Mrs Hudson of Amarillo and Mrs J H Harrison of Abilene three sons Elon Reaves of Eastland Leamon Reaves of Ada and Herbert Reaves of Big Springs They had lived with their son Elon in Ada for several years and had recently visited Amarillo when the call came.
Cattle run 1 300 with 500 calves. gains 25 to 50 higher. Top 10.00 for 836 lb whitefaced yearlings. Grass fed cattle 7.00 to 8.00. beef cows 4.50 to 5.00. heavy heifers 6.00 to 7.00. grassers 4.25 to 6.00. canners and cutters 2.75 to 3.50.
Chicago July 31 live poultry report shows 24 trucks steady to firm with hens 4 1 2 Ibs and under at 16 cents, over 4 1 2 Ibs at 16 1 2 cents, leghorn hens 14, rock fryers 17, colored 15, rock springs 20, colored 17, broilers 15 1 2 to 16, barebacks 13 14, leghorn chickens 2 Ibs up 14, small 13 1 2, roosters 12 1 2, turkeys 11 to 14, old ducks 4 1 2 Hs up 10 1 2, small 10, young white ducks 4 1 2 Ibs up 13, small 10 1 2, heavy colored ducks 11, small 19, old geese 10, young 12.
Chicago markets show butter at 12 440 firm with no change and eggs at 13 368 steady with no change. Prices remain stable as traders monitor supply and demand conditions in July.
Chicago July 31 Potatoes steady to weaker with some decay in several U S regions. Idaho Bliss and Oregon Bliss No 1 priced around 1 50 to 1 70 per cwt while Maryland Missouri Virginia cobblers command 1 20 to 1 95 with noticeable decay. Total U S shipments 310 on track 257.
Chicago trading reflected heavy damage to 100 million bushels of Canadian wheat and a matching US fall. Black rust and drought fueled pessimism north of the border. Minneapolis prices spiked the limit while Winnipeg resisted turns, yielding mixed profits as Chicago closed with gains across wheat and corn and mixed changes in oats and provisions.
Chicago market news shows cash grain bids dated July 31 with No 2 red wheat at 93 3 4 to 97 cents per bushel No 2 hard red at 1.06 to 1.07 1 2 dollars Corn No 2 yellow 85 to 85 1 2 cents No 2 white 86 1 4 cents Oats No 3 white weevily 34 3 4 cents No 2 white 41 to 42 1 2 cents
Grain futures in Chicago on July 31 show wheat trading with opening and closing figures incomplete. AP brief notes July contracts and percentage changes but lacks full price data.
Spot cotton in New Orleans closed steady with a 2% point rise. Sales reached 274, with low mid dling at 11.35, middling 12.10, good middling 12.55. Receipts totaled 1,048 and stock stood at 269,477.
A lengthy social roundup lists visits among residents of Elmore City and nearby towns. People such as Florence Brewington Emma Miller Edith Miller Lora Thomas and S D Chambers are noted visiting relatives guests at Ada Vanoss Fittstown Lindsay and Wilburton with cafe and CCC camp mentions and a revival attendance at Center.
A compact notice highlights strong value from smart investment choices. It notes favorable returns and efficiency in spending, urging readers to consider risk and potential gains. The brief emphasizes practical, straightforward guidance for cautious investors seeking reliable options.
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