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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1927
Page
4
A historical Ada column contrasts the Brooke Farm experiment with modern civic efforts, noting the collapse of idealistic colonies and praising Ada’s steady industrial gains. It recounts early industry picks, cement and glass ventures, rail access, and later mills, recalling persistent local effort over luck.
The El Reno American and Chickasha Express comment on Governor Johnston scandal calls for a special session, a fair trial, and airing facts in court. The Pontotoc peanut crop news notes 14 cars sold with strong returns, while Senator Pine’s record is briefly acknowledged amid broader political chatter.
The Oklahoma City criminal appeals court declines to hear a habeas corpus plea by E R Lewis who contested contempt of the senate impeachment court. Senate President Mac Q Williamson appoints three members to a legal committee to explore actions in other jurisdictions. Lewis remains in custody for contempt with a $100 fine to be paid to King Dollarhide, impeachment marshal.
East Central Tigers under Coach Mickey McBride prepare for the early season with two returning aces Waner and Cunningham at forward and center. Carlton Royle and Phillips show strong form. a wave of youngsters will mix into the lineup. The Miners game starts next Wednesday, with a long schedule to March after Christmas holidays.
Attorneys for Pershing continue efforts to void bonds sold by the town. Ada bought bonds totaling 25000 while Oklahoma County invested 80000. A Pawhuska district court hearing granted both sides 15 days to file briefs or answer as plaintiffs allege bonds are negotiable securities bought by innocent parties amid graft claims.
City records show only two building permits issued for new structures totaling about $6,000. Justice of the Peace T. O. Cullins plans an East Main Street apartment building with two units, while W. J. Brown starts a northeast residence estimated at $3,000.
George Jackson of Tishomingo was shot in the left arm at the Straightway filling station in Madill by Jay Moon 26 the station proprietor. Moon was arrested and jailed in Marshall county awaiting further action after the incident left Jackson in a Durant hospital and raised questions about possible amputation.
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