Peter Sees Christ's Glory Mountain Lesson
Sunday School lesson on the transfiguration from Matthew 17 1 9 14 18 argues unusual mountain top experiences lift faith beyond daily life. It explains why Jesus chose Peter James and John and notes the awe fear and restoration after the vision before returning to ordinary trial and healing.
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Jesus
Kim
James
Peter
John
Israel
Moses
Elijah
W.E.G
A Worthy Program From Governor Phillips Inaugural Address
The paper endorses Governor Phillips inaugural program keying on reducing public drinking and removing officials who drink, backing clemency reform, reducing relief in politics, and safeguarding against political influence in appointments. It cites labor protection, fair treatment, and warns against selling influence while criticizing Hitler's farm labor decree and urging restraint in patronage. It also notes optimistic business outlook for 1939 and possible oil wells in Pontotoc county.
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Phillips
Oklahoma
Board of Affairs
Legislature Starts Strong As Capitol Senses A New Day
The state legislature opens with momentum and bipartisan cooperation as both houses begin work. Local reps Moss Wimbish and Fred McCabe receive solid committee roles, while others from the region emerge as leaders. The Senate, led by Boyce McKeel, signals fiscal restraint, voting against salary hikes and backing economy. Commentary lauds Roosevelt's speech for a steady turn toward prudent governance, skepticism about war fears, and belief government should act as a referee to allow talent to flourish. Walter Archibald weighs in on the Denison dam, arguing it will protect land and spur southeastern prosperity. The 1939 pecan crop outlook remains favorable after a 1938 setback, aiding holiday incomes.
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Senate
House
Moss Wimbish
Fred McCabe
Frank Grayson
Atwood
Dale Brown
Coalgate
Malcolm Baucom
John
Boyce McKeel
State House
National Capital
Walter Archibald
The
Durant Democrat
Denison
Oklahoma
Walter
Oklahoma Governor attacks Denison Dam in legislative address
Governor Phillips outlined a balanced budget plan to cut state spending, abolish boards, and fund essential services while opposing the Red River Denison dam project as a threat to state rights. He urged congressional hearing on federal flood control funds and outlined broad retrenchment and taxation reform to close a multi million dollar deficit.
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Oklahoma City
Phillips
Red River Dam
Red River
Denison
Tex
Oklahoma
Congress
U. S
State Crime Bureau
Planning and Resources Board
Public Welfare Board
Travel and Tourist Bureau
Securities Commission
Pardon and
Treasury
Highway Department
Tax Commission
Fish and Game Department
Highway Patrol
Crime Bureau
Safety Department
Welfare Board
Oklahoma Public Welfare Commission
Junior College
Miami
Board of Education
Eastern Oklahoma College Board
Wilburton School
Board of Agriculture
Adult -Blind Commission
Oklahoma State Library
Library Commission
Will Rogers Memorial Commission
Oklahoma Governor Warns Against Federal Overreach In Dam Plans
In a fiery address the governor argues federal action could dismantle Oklahoma and its resources. He cites a 1923 Supreme Court ruling on Red River boundaries and condemns potential federal seizure of state property and rivers. He urges Congress to clarify Oklahoma’s position before dam funding and calls for a state investigation into damages. He attacks lobbyists, pledges limited clemency, and seeks six private investigators for state welfare.
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Supreme Court
Oklahoma
Red River
Phillips
Congress
Trinity River
Texas
Washita River
Senate
House of Representatives
Anderson Arraigned On Two Charges In Ada Area
Lee Anderson was arraigned on a concealed weapon charge before County Judge Hoyt Driskill and posted bond. He faced a separate drunkenness charge in W L Reed justice court with a $200 bond and a trial set for January 16. Police arrested him west of Ada after a rapid call, and he was placed in county custody.
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Hoyt Driskill
Justice Court
W. L. Reed
Anderson
Ada
Crowd greets returning Sooners in Norman after Miami loss
In Norman a large crowd estimated at 3000 people packed the railroad station platform to greet the University of Oklahoma football team returning from Miami where Tennessee ended the Sooners 14 game win streak with a 17 0 Orange Bowl victory. Tom Stidham, the head coach and athletic director, finally spoke to the throng.
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Norman
University of Oklahoma
Sooner
Miami
Fla
Tennessee
Tom Stidham
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Enid
Eastern Oklahoma College
Wilburton
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Washita
Red Rivers
Woodville
Aylesworth
Tishomingo
Denisom
Hee Anderson
Lee Anderson
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