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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1935

Page

5

Supreme Court to speed New Deal cases in coming term

Washington Aug 27 The government asks review of the AAA and TVA challenges as the New Deal enacted laws face court test. Justice Department seeks certiorari in Hoosie Mills case while TVA upholds in New Orleans circuit. Court plans expedited hearings on ginning tax Bankhead act and PWA loans for power plants as battles over federal powers continue.

Ty John T Associated Press Washington Supreme Court AAA TVA Congress Justice Department Hoosie Mills Massachusetts Boston TVA New Orleans Forney Johnson George Ashwander Alabama Power Company NRA United States Circuit Court of Appeals First Circuit Bankhead Cotton Control Act Kansas PWA

Old Age Pensions Plan Delayed by Social Security Board

The social security board reportedly abandoned plans to aid states this year for old age pensions as White House talks with President Roosevelt and congressional leaders focused on financing until January. The deficiency bill's defeat by Senator Long left the board without funds.

Washington White House Roosevelt Senator Long D-La Arthur Altmeyer

Cotton leaf worm threat urged for early season

Cotton leaf worm or cotton caterpillar has appeared across the county and threatens serious damage unless controlled. Extension entomologist C F Stiles urges immediate poisoning with calcium arsenate, using dust or spray methods when conditions allow, to protect the crop before widespread infestation.

America Ada

Senator Thomas urges dollar revaluation to aid farm prices

Senator Thomas of Oklahoma argues in an open letter to President Roosevelt that cotton and wheat farmers need higher prices, achievable by cheapening the dollar. He proposes three paths: more silver use, currency expansion, or further devaluation. He says the dollar is worth 1.25 in 1956 terms and cites surveys of bankers and economists, and plans to study silver policies in Mexico and possibly Canada during the recess.

Washington Thomas D-Okla Roosevelt Congress Oklahoma Mexico Canada

Connor Charged in Larceny Case

Connor arraigned on a larceny charge before Justice of the Peace Sherwood W Hill and pleads not guilty. He previously pleaded guilty in 1931 to a larceny in Grady county and could face a heavier penalty if convicted here. The alleged theft from L E Shelby included a suit of clothes trousers and 37 50 in money totaling 75 dollars. Bond set at 5000 dollars. preliminary hearing scheduled for Thursday August 29 at 1 50 PM.

Shelby Justice Hill

Greatest returns for the amount invested News Classified Ads

Classified ad notes strong value and performance from investments. Highlights potential returns and cost efficiency for readers seeking guidance on maximizing value.

Matherly Mies Dead After Sunday Accident

Paul Matherly age 19 son of Mr and Mrs EF R Matherly of Ada died Tuesday morning in a local hospital following a Sunday night accident. He was injured when the car he rode in side swiped a parked truck on Johnston Avenue and his arm was crushed. He received a blood transfusion but did not recover. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 2 PM at the Nazarene church with Rev Haley Messer officiating. He is survived by six sisters and a brother.

Paul Matherly EF. R. Matherly West Minth the Nazarene Church Haley Messer Young Mathering Johnston Avenue Convention Hall H. W. Allen Tulsa Mack Massey Christine Ruth Matherly Ada H. R. Sharp Mesa. Ariz Earl Rouse Hot Springs Ark Bob Matherly

Ada Woman Clara Shelton Dies From Auto Crash Injuries

Mrs. Clara Shelton wife of Ada oilman W T Shelton died Friday night at 7 after injuries from a Wednesday afternoon wreck near Konawa Her daughter Marjorie fourteen and husband survive along with five sisters and two brothers The funeral was planned for this afternoon in Ada with relatives and friends recalling her generous nature and wide circle of friends.

Roads and Boswell Aid Ada Oil Field Road Work

S C Boswell former state highway commissioner lent expertise and time to three road building projects in Ada. Oil firms county officials and the Ada Chamber of Commerce joined to accelerate the work aiding the Fitts oil field expansion.

S. C. Boswell State Highway Commission Fitts Ada Chamber of Commerce Boswell

Building plans expanding here prompt surge in permits

City clerk Albert Chamberlain reports 87 300 in building permits issued last week boosting annual total toward a 1929 high. Grindstaff Laves to build a garage apartment at East Main street and repair the residence there both at 1500 each. W H Ebey plans a 50 by 75 brick store at Main and Stockton costing 3000 to replace frame structures along Main street. H Lawrence secures permit for a 1000 garage apartment at 902 East Thirteenth. M L Platt gets permit for 3500 garage apartment at 507 West Ninth. Meantime, progress on S C Boswell’s new home south of the city and M C Wilson’s stone residence east of the Delaney estate continues amid hot clear weather.

Albert Chamberlain Grindstaff & Laves East Main Street W. H. Ebey Main and S. C. Boswell Pouriz M. C. Wilson Delaney Pontotoc County

Oler outlines federal projects for county

County engineer George G. Toler told the Lions club at a noon meeting that work to obtain federal funds is moving quickly. He said the FERA project for two miles of road from Blackrock school east is approved and five thousand dollars are set aside for flood control. The surveying crew nears completion on the Stonewall Jesse road and is on the Fittstown Rofs roads. Leo Hennizan urged cooperation to light the college football field and sell tickets. Visitors included County Commissioner John Hall and Ponca City music head Charles Danning.

George G. Toler Lions Club FERA Blackrock School Stonewall-Jesse Fittstown Rofs Leo Hennizan John Hall Charles Danning Ponca City

Cotton Loan Policy Sets Two Cent Support

The AAA announced a two cent per pound limit on adjustment payments for cotton farmers under the new loan plan. The government will lend 19 cents per pound and guarantee a total return of 12 cents. southern senators sought a 10 cent loan. Chester C. Davis explained the two cent limit and noted producers would only receive the difference if prices rise above ten cents, with a 10 cent loan option if prices fall below that level. Further details are to follow as decisions are refined.

Washington AAA Chester C. Davis Davis Farm Administration

Roosevelt Urges Youth to Challenge Old Order

President Roosevelt, addressing the Mil waukee convention of Young Democratic Clubs and the nation, urged all parties to unite and challenge the old order’s methods. He stressed social, economic, and governmental reforms, compatibility of enterprise, and youth participation in decision making.

Francis M. Stephenson Associated Press Washington Roosevelt White House Milwaukee Republican Party Congress

State compacts to regulate oil gain quick congressional approval

Congress quickly ratified a six state interstate oil compact binding New Mexico, Kansas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Colorado and Texas to conserve petroleum and gas reserves by preventing waste. The move blocks broader oil legislation, with debate over imports, production controls, and a possible petroleum board continuing.

Washington Aus Congress House Thomas Okla Garner New Mexico Kansas Oklahoma Illinois Colorado Texas Senate Connally Tex Rayburn D., Tex House Interstate Commerce Committee Cole D., Md

Fatal Highway Crash Kills Nelson Hawkins Near Bois d Arc

Nelson Hawkins 56, a well known Pontotoc Chickasaw, died after a car driven by Ray C. Bailey struck him while he crossed highway 48 near Bois d Arc Creek south of Ada. Bailey was exonerated after officials found Hawkins jumped in front of the car. Funeral services expected at Hickory Hill Sunday.

Nelson Hawkins Pontotoe Ray C. Bailey West 22Nd Street Highway 48 Bois d- Are Creek Ada Bailey Clyde Kaiser W. W. Stanfield Phillips Petroleum Company Fitts Hawkins Kaiser Fittstown Prince Gray Bois d’Arc Creek Silas Wilson Wilson Uncle Nel Red Lucien Nel Hickory Hill

Model and Superior School Ratings Raised in Rural Areas

County official Ray Stegall reports higher standards for model and superior rural school ratings. The model rating now needs 1,150 points and the superior rating 1,750 points, plus expanded reading requirements and leisure hour readers across primary to advanced levels.

Ray Stegall

Three Men Charged With Revenue Stamp Violations

Two Coal county men and one Hughes county man were jailed in Holdenville after Deputy U. S. Marshal Allen Stanfield halted a pickup along US 75 Saturday afternoon. Elmer Young Clayton Young and Claud Chastain were charged with possession and sale of untaxed whiskey, arraigned before U. S. Commissioner Tom H. Fancher, and jailed after not posting a $3,000 bond set by Judge Robert L. Williams.

Coal County Hughes County Holdenville U. S Allen Stanfield Elmer Young Clayton Young Wer Claud Chastain Dustin Internal Revenue Tom H. Fancher Robert L. Williams

Murray Too Busy to Attend Labor Day Rally

Former Governor William H. Murray regrets speaking at the Oklahoma City Labor Day rally due to work on his Yashau Creek farm. The event will feature Senator Huey Long on the platform as part of the celebration.

Oklahoma City Lup Yashau Creek William H. Murray Oklahoma City Trades and Labor Council Huey Long Louisiana Oklahoma

Hat swap ties Bailey to Murray in federal hearing tale

In Chickasha Oklahoma Bailey attorney Frank M. Bailey wore former Governor Murray’s hat after attending a state textbook hearing in Oklahoma City. Murray testified. Bailey returned the hat and now questions when his own Panama hat will be returned.

Chickasha Aus Frank M. Bailey William H Murray Bailey Oklahoma City

Roosevelt, Long clash after 54 hour filibuster

Washington reports roosevelt leaders and Senator Long blame each other after a 54 hour filibuster over a 10 27 billion measure funding major New Deal programs. Long accuses conspiracy to discard amendments while demanding votes on 12 and 96 cent loans for agriculture and the aged.

Washington Roosevelt Long D-La Page Black Schwellenbach Bone Pwash Minton Senate

Family Reunion Honors Mrs. Mattie Youngblood kin

A Sulphur family reunion brought together the daughters sons nephews and grandchildren of Mrs. Mattie Youngblood for the first time. Attendees included Mrs. Mattie Youngblood Ada Mr. and Mrs. Henry Youngblood Healdton Mr. and Mrs. Tom Youngblood and family and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Youngblood and family Tuttle Mr. and Mrs. Will Thomas Causa Texas Mr. Sherman Gallaphre Dallas Texas and L. Warr and Mrs. Bert Dorsey with son Leonard.

Mattie Youngblood L. Warr City Ada Henry Youngblood Healdton Tom Youngblood Jack Youngblood Tuttle Will Thomas

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High Court Cummings Labor and Commerce Department C. F. Stiles Connor Paul Matherly Mieo HURTS Shelton W. T. Shelton Clara Shelton Mr. Shelton West Nineteenth Street Marjorie F. M. Wood Percy Riggins Fort Worth Jack Barcklow Harrison Meaders Victor L. Crowell Houston Mike Mount Konawa T. O. Dandridge Oler Mian Sues Raps Tories United States New York Bill Charles O. West Pres Disney Okia Dies O'Connor N. Y Rules Committee McFarlane D. Tex Fitzpatrick Representative Mapes Mich Mapes Nelson Hawking Here WIT Revenue Faders
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