Cotton Growers Branch Formed In Garvin County
Garvin county farmers organize a branch of the Oklahoma Cotton Growers Association and report eight hundred members. County officers are P. C. Fullerton president J. A. Johnson secretary and J. G. Markle treasurer. An earnest drive aims to enlist all cotton growers in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Oklahoma Cotton Growers’ Association
P. C. Fullerton
J. A Johnson
J. G. Markle
Garvin County
Carpenter Falls From Scaffold in Frederick Injury
Lester Goodner a carpenter from Altus fell from a 46 foot scaffold at Frederick last week breaking his back. He was brought to his Altus home and remains living. Physicians say he may live six months but cannot recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester Goodner
Altus
Frederick
Goodner
Three McKinney men arrested for passing bogus checks
Three men from McKinney Texas were arrested in Frederick on a charge of passing counterfeit checks. One confessed to the forgeries after the arrest and they are said to have passed a number of worthless checks on Frederick merchants.
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Ardmore
Ringling
McKinney
Texas
Frederick
Russell J. Myers
Tulsa
Myers
Sheriff-Elect Tom Gikwen Names Johnston County Officials
Frank Parsley will serve as wunder sheriff and Bud Ballard named jailer during the administration of Sheriff-elect Tom Gikwen in Johnston County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Parsley
Johnston County
Tom Gikwen
Bud Ballard
Infant Body Found Buried Near Tisho Mingo
A group of boys discovered an infant’s body near Tisho Mingo last week, hidden in a sewing machine drawer and buried in the earth. The corpse was found by a dog and unearthed by the boys who notified the sheriff. parents are a young married couple in Tisho Mingo, and no arrests have been made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tishominzo
Tishomingo
Dr. McRae
Doalgate
Atoka
Safe blowers hit Hugo grocer and lumber yard
Safe blowers visited Hugo Saturday night blasting the England Haynes grocery and the Sutherland Lumber company. About 150 dollars were taken with no clues to the guilty parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugo
England-Haynes Grocery
Sutherland Lumber Company
Durant Farmers Die in Christmas Day Duel
Ernest Trout and Will Works, both farmers near Durant, were killed in a pistol duel on Christmas Day after Works confronted about mistreatment of his daughter. The fight ended with both men fatally shot.
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Ernest Trout
Will Works
Durant
Works
Trout
Neighbors killed in gunfight near El Reno
Elmer Fanning and Garland Baker were killed in a gunfight near El Reno on Saturday. The former neighbors lived in Canadian county and had become involved in a dispute over rents.
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Elmer Fanning
Garland Baker
el’ Reno
Canadian County
Mrs C B Ight Buys Sawokla Cafeteria in Muskogee
Miss Alice Robertson congressman-elect of Oklahoma's second district sold the Sawokla cafeteria in Muskogee to Mrs. C. B. Ight of Bartlesville. Terms of the sale were not disclosed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Robertson
Muskogee
Oklahoma
C. B. Ight
Bartlesville
Oklahoma A. & M. Athletics Director Resigns
James E. Pixlee, athletics director at Oklahoma A. and M. in Stillwater, tendered his resignation to President J. W. Cantrell. The football team's failure to win any games this season is blamed for the criticism that led to his departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Pixlee
Oklahoma A. & M
Stillwater
J. W. Cantrell
Pixlee
Diphtheria Claims Two Williams Children Near Henryetta
Mr and Mrs J N Williams living near Henryetta lost two children to diphtheria last week The second death occurred during the burial of the first at the Catholic cemetery in Henryetta
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Worley
Pauls Valley
C. W. Worley
Garvin County
J. N. Williams
Henryetta
Hughes County approves 29184 dollar furniture for Holdenville courthouse
The Hughes County Board of Commissioners purchased new furniture for the Holdenville courthouse at a cost of 29184 dollars. The old chairs from the former courthouse were sold to a Holdenville church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Hughes County
Holdenville
Young man loses hand at cotton gin
Collin Robinson, a young man living near Stuart, lost his right hand when it was caught in the jaws of his father's cotton gin. The injury occurred at the family farm and the hand was severed just above the wrist.
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Collin Robinson
Stuart
Census Counts 38 Million Work Painters and 4 Million Union Members
The census reports 38,167,336 workers in painful operation and that slightly over 4,000,000 of them belong to trade unions. The figures highlight the scale of labor in hard jobs and union presence across the workforce.
Corporation Commission Sets Gas Rates for Mullendore
A temporary order grants Mullendore Gas of Stillwater 45 cents per thousand cubic feet for domestic gas and 35 cents for industrial gas. A 5 cent per 1 000 penalty may be added for non payment within ten days.
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The
Corporation Commission
Mullendore Gas Company
Stillwater
Power permits and licenses filed count tops reels of filings
The Federal Power Commission reports 115 applications for permits and licenses for power development have been filed, reflecting activity in energy project approvals.
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The
Federal Power Commission
Huffman seeks commission order for better power service
J. D. Huffman accuses Consumers Light and Power Co of Waurika of poor service and petitions the Corporation Commission to compel improved operation. An investigation will assess whether the plant is run at maximum efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Huffman
Consumers Light and Power Company of
Waurika
Corporation Commission
Pawhuska Oil and Gas Company Granted 35 Cent Gas Rate
The Pawhuska Oil and Gas Company in Pawhuska received a retroactive 35 cent rate for domestic gas from the Corporation Commission, effective December 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pawhuska Oil and Gas Company
Pawhuska
Corporation Commission
Supreme Court House Bill 15011 Envisions Mineral Sale
Congress considers a measure authorizing the Interior secretary to offer for sale the remaining coal and asphalt deposits in the Choctaw and Chickasaw nations in Oklahoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of the Interior
Oklahoma
Power and Gas Rate Hikes Target McAlester Area
Choctaw Power and Light gains approval to raise electric rates in Mc Alester and nearby towns to offset higher fuel costs. McAlester Gas and Coke also approves a gas rate increase, claimed to raise electricity and power costs for consumers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Choctaw Power and Light Company
McAlester
McAlester Gas & Coke Company
Freight Rates Hiked on Clinton Oklahoma & Western Line
The Corporation Commission advanced freight rates on initial shipments between Clinton and Cheyenne. Rates rose 1 cent per pound on second third and fourth class commodities and 2 cents per pound on first and fifth class commodities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton, Oklahoma & Western Railroad
Clinton
Corporation Commission
Holdenville Upgrades Gas Main and Expands Lines
Holdenville replaces a 2 inch line with a 4 inch main during a four hour gas shutoff on Sunday to permit new connections. Extensions are planned for the Capitol Hill addition. The town sources gas from a well testing 30 million feet. J A Whiteford of Oklahoma City has arranged for teachers to receive material on gas use and conservation for classroom use.
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Holdenville
Capitol Hill
J. A. Whiteford
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Natural Gas Rate Granted by Corporation Commission
Effective January 1, 1921 the Corporation Commission granted Oklahoma Natural Gas a rate of 58 cents per 1000 cubic feet for the first 100000 cubic feet of gas and 50 cents for subsequent usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Commission
Oklahoma Natural Gas Company
Prince Heir to England Wins Blue Ribbon at Alberta Livestock Show
The heir to the English throne and Mr. Marshall each mentored stock from England. The prince took top honors in ewes and reserve in the rams while Mr. Marshall claimed the ram championship and topped the breed with imported stock. The prince plans annual Western Canada sales to spread aristocratic bloodlines.
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England
Prince
Marshall
Mr. Marshall
Alberta
High River
Canada
Himself
King George
Western
Calgary
Alta
Prince of Wales
Duncan Marshall
Agriculture
Prince Edwid
Gas company expands supply in Oklahoma cities
The order raises rates to 1000 per 400000 cu ft and 40 cents per 1000 for over 500000 cu ft until March 31. Affected cities include Oklahoma City Muskogee Shawnee Guthrie El Reno Enid Wagoner Chandler Pond Creek Yukon Red Fork Turley Dawson Stroud Davenport Wellston Luther Edmond Meeker Arcadia Kelleyville Midlothian Dewar Beckham Porter Haskell Coyote Shamrock Sapulpa. Exempted towns are Claremore Inola Ramona Carney Duncan and Marlow. The commission denied the city gate rate and valuation fix requests.
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Oklahoma City
Muskogee
Shawnee
Guthrie
el Reno
Enid
Wagoner
Chandler
Pond Creek
Yukon
Red Fork
Turley
Dawson Stroud
Davenport
Wellston
Luther
Edmond
Meeker
Arcadia
Kelleyville
Midlothian
Depew Beckham
Porter
Haskell
Coweta
Shamrock
Sapulpa
Claremore
Inola
Ramona
Carney
Duncan
Marlow
Supreme Court
Corporation Commission
Commission
Jimmie Harjo Killed by Frisco Train on Bridge
Indian citizen Jimmie Harjo of Hughes county was fatally struck on a Frisco passenger train while crossing the North Canadian River bridge between Wetumka and Weleetka last week. His body was found mangled near the rails and believed to be walking on the structure when hit.
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Jimmie Harjo
Hughes County
Wetumka
Weleetka
Bank sale takes place as locals purchase Security State Bank
The Security State Bank of Coal Gate is purchased by Coal county residents including Patsy Greenan, Thos Pope and S Levin. Former owners were Wilkin and Hale of Oklahoma City and Roy B Hotchkiss. Marlow council warns Municipal Excavator Co to begin paving Main Street first week in January after delay and loss of financing. W R Scott of Holdenville named secretary of Hughes county election board replacing G R Stirman who moved away.
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the Security State Bank of
Coalgate
Coal County
Patsy Greenan
Thos. Pope
S. Levin
Wilkin and Hale
Oklahoma City
Roy B. Hotchkiss
Marlow
Municipal Excavator Company
Main Street
W. R. Scott
Holdenville
Hughes County
G. R. Stirman
Mr. Scott
County Election Board
Ardmore Knights of Pythias to Build Three Story Lodge
The Ardmore lodge of the Knights of Pythias announced plans to construct a handsome three story lodge building in early spring, signaling a major expansion for the organization in the city.
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The
Knights of Pythias Lodge of
Ardmore
Latimer mine disaster probe ordered by governor
Governor Robertson directs attorney general to investigate the Degnan mine disaster in Latimer County where ten miners died. The incident occurred six months ago and prompts a state inquiry into the fatal accident.
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Robertson
Attorney General’s Office
Degnan
Latimer County
Oklahoma high school champions crowned after Cherokee defeat
The Lawton Chamber of Commerce formed a committee with the Comanche county poultry association to boost the local poultry industry. A banquet followed a parade to honor the victory. A loving cup was offered as prize for the best pen at the county poultry show.
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Oklahoma
Cherokee Eleven
Lawton
Guard bound over in inmate death at Vinita asylum
John Allota charged with beating inmate King Davis to death at the Vinita insane asylum. He was a guard there and is bound over to Craig County district court without bail for murder by fists.
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John Allota
King Davis
Vinita
District Court
Craig County
Allota
Davis
Miss Mitchell to Represent Oklahoma at History Association Meeting
Miss Margaret Mitchell of Chickasha will represent Oklahoma at the Mississippi Valley Historical Association meeting in Washington D C on December 29. Mitchell formerly taught English at the Oklahoma College for Women.
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Margaret Mitchell
Chickasha
Oklahoma
Mississippi Valley Historical Association
Washington, D. C
Miss Mitchell
Oklahoma College For Women
Wetumka Business Leaders Eye Glass Factory Amid Gas Wells
In Wetumka, Mr. Roberts was working in a backyard when a fire was found. Local businessmen show interest in attracting a glass factory to the town, citing nearby large gas wells and a seemingly inexhaustible fuel supply.
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Roberts
Wetumka
Health Restored by Dr LeGear Stock Powders
A Virginia customer reports his horse revived from near collapse after using Dr LeGear's Stock Powders. The ad touts benefits for horses hogs cattle and poultry with claims of increased meat milk and vitality. It notes 28 years of veterinary work and a money back satisfaction guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. LeGear
J. C. Histe
Rockbridge Baths
Huste
Prickly Act Bitters Advertisement Reforming Digestion
An advertisement touts Prickly Act Bitters as a remedy for stomach upset and poor digestion. It claims restoration of appetite and correct digestion, priced at $1.50 per bottle, sold by Gwin & Mays Drug Co as special agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gwin & Mays Drug Co
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Beggs
Beges Gas Co
M. & P. National Bank
M. R. Chiscutt
PS. Case
G.W. Taylor
J. A. Yarbrough
Elk City
Beckham County
Bascom Bates
Mr. Yarbrough
C. B. Leddy
Arnett
Copano Hropshire M
Prince OF
Wales
Quality
Ada
Cherokee
Pool
Elte
Henry Ebert
Rock Island
Elva Roberts
Stevens-Wilson Co
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