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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1929
Page
7
The body of Police Chief Michael O'Neill was found in a woodlot in New Jersey after a lengthy search. He shot himself through the head amid health concerns. A 25 year veteran and last six years as head of the force, he had been on sick leave since September and had abdominal surgeries and a nervous breakdown. He was 53.
All troops No 1 and others must reregister by December 31 to reflect their best year end records. The Pontotoc county council annual meeting starts today at 4 pm. organizers praise scoutmasters and committees for a record year and extend New Year wishes to all scouts and leaders.
Classified items highlight value from investments with strong returns. Slick headlines promise clear rewards for thoughtful spending. Readers find bargains, tools, and services designed to maximize payoff on every dollar. Local merchants showcase ads for savvy shoppers.
Two gold shipments totaling 11 250 000 will be sent to France aboard the Mauretania. Myron E Forbes resigns as president of the Pierce Arrow Motor Car Company effective December 3. Standard Oil of New York buys 13 filling stations and two bulk stations in Worcester Massachusetts for 15 790 shares of 25 par stock. Harold Spielberg buys stock control of Mayflower Fidelity Casualty and Mayflower Fire Marine Insurance in Newark with reinsurance steps to Equitable Casualty. Approval of New Jersey insurance department awaited.
Tennessee Mitchel Anderson, 52, Chicago sculptress and ex wife of author Sherwood Anderson, was found dead in her studio at the artists colony near Chicago. Coroners report hemorrhage as the cause and no inquest is expected. blood stains noted on pillowcases but death deemed natural.
Ten persons were killed and nearly 200 injured in a series of traffic accidents across the Los Angeles metropolitan area during the Christmas holiday. Police and physicians reported many injuries may prove fatal.
A speaker muses on constant turkey meals leaving them feel off balance during walks. They note many people may not realize the joy of Christmas until the start of the new month.
Staffs at city hospitals report rush of patients from accidents despite police warnings of patrols in residential areas. Fire crews stay busy with grass fires, five yesterday and another before noon today, including one on the high school campus. Firemen attribute some calls to people starting blazes and then calling for help.
Denton Transportation Co directs inquiries to Union Bus Station by phone number 270 for further details.
A list highlights classic cars from 1926 to 1927 including the Chevrolet Coach, a Dodge Coupe, and a Star Coupe offering a snapshot of late 1920s automotive options.
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