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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1922
Page
4
The United Democracy reports a Democratic state convention endorsing a progressive platform, aiming to satisfy a broad base while moderating Shawnee platform objections. It notes Governor Walton and loyal party members, stressing legislative support and trust in leaders like Col. Sneed and E. W. Hardin, urging voters to unite for November.
Bascom N. Timmons, Washington correspondent for the Tulsa World, notes that Republicans privately fear losing control of the house from a 169 vote majority. Democrats cheerfully claim they can regain the senate, but most 1940s era races tilt against them as many seats are in Republican states. Unless a landslide occurs, the GOP likely keeps the senate. Oklahoma plans to reduce GOP house majority, while Senator Harreld will not face voters for four years.
Senator Capper rejects abolishing primaries to return to boss control, arguing the people’s voice is stronger but imperfect. Campaign talk touches cotton bloom issue, Fields and John mock up contrasts, while reflections on generations note experience and learning.
The Pittsburg County Guardian ponders how often elections should occur, toys with a king idea, then suggests six week intervals might be too frequent yet near right. It condemns train crews who deserted passengers in a desert, noting passengers bore the suffering while officials bore no blame.
The newspaper urges greater enthusiasm for the upcoming township and county fairs. It highlights an excellent lineup of exhibits and a long premium list, suggesting many exhibitors may earn enough to cover preparation costs. It encourages non exhibitors to attend to see Pontotoc county’s efforts.
Reports indicate the East Central State Teachers College will post its largest fall term attendance ever. The piece argues that teachers pursuing vocational training are essential, equating the value of trained teachers with that of lawyers or doctors.
Congressman F. B. Swank has won the nomination for a second term in the fifth district. His rise began as Cleveland county judge, then district judge, and finally congress after Harreld succeeded Joe Thompson for part of a term. He has performed well and is expected to gain further honors.
The Shawnee program planks 6 7 8 9 16 were adopted with amendments while the national demands were rejected. The session at 2 13 PM led by Paul Nesbitt included a message from former Gov Charles N Haskell pledging support for the party ticket in September.
Aug 14 Cork reports Irregulars evacuated Cork but were routed and flee into hills of northwestern Cork. Serney barracks burned before evacuation. A Cork brigade reportedly disbanded at Macroon over castle firing. Daniel O'Callaghan and Mary MacSweeney alleged seized. Wamona de Valera's location unknown. Printing includes humorous Washington Star joke and Boston Transcript exchange.
A fragment lists statewide and local offices with candidates including Bolen for State Judge, Joseph C. Looney for State Senator, E. W. Hard for State Insurance Commissioner, A. Shaw for State Treasurer, Tom D. McKeown for Representative in Congress, John A. for President State Board of Agriculture, and A. Floyd up for County Superintendent reelection.
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