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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
3
A garbled note describes parties including Ragland Crump of Holdenville and seven Idols of Wewoka to assist in a prosecution while the accused Pryor Stokes of Tetained is referenced.
Report notes discord within party factions over control and influence at the state convention. Promises of offices and money are cited to sway delegates as leaders debate next steps amid a tense county gathering and long sessions. A violent mob scene and martial law claims echo regional unrest.
In a list of decorations the Croix de Guerre was awarded to nineteen women and other overseas workers for service under fire. Names include Miss Anne Morgan and Miss S Anne Dike of New York, Mrs Lewis Stillwell of Woodmere New Jersey, and Miss Barbara Allen of New York among several others. Forty four overseas workers and the Medical Staff of the American Hospitals received citations from the French government for continued aid during the war.
Recent Mexican reports indicate that forces in Chihuahua are better equipped with clothing and arms than in years. The Yakuma personnel and students from the Japanese Military Academy are noted, with credible word of machine guns and other arms being received, though details remain unclear.
Washington reports suggest another liberty loan will be needed if Congress expands government borrowing beyond cash purchases. Statements from September indicated the strain had lessened, with potential financing easier after January 1, as the government faces ongoing financial problems.
Unclear text describes a planned poultry show schedule with scattered words about locations, people, and after hours. The readable portion hints at an opening event and coastal references but lacks coherent factual details.
The article discusses Germany's tax measures and financial burden in 1924, estimating 1 2,827,900 marks from war profits and 2,737,000 marks from emergency levies. It also covers state revenue aims and debt management amid wartime austerity.
The Associated Press reports from Laredo Texas that rehabilitation of the railroads is deemed most necessary to bring transportation back to full function. Officials outline urgent repairs and modernization to improve freight and passenger service.
Washington lawmakers move toward a stringent sedition bill. The measure would criminalize treasonable acts against the United States and authorize the death penalty or long imprisonment for those involved. The bill allows mercy in the verdict of the jury.
The First National Bank held its annual election of officers and directors in its offices yesterday afternoon. John Smith, recently cashier of the bank, was added to the personnel. he was congratulated on the promotion and will assume the cashier role.
A fragment notes someone could perform typewriting and substitute for a sewing machine, and mentions a writ app with a fountain pen. It hints at real interest and broad possibilities for many people, including armless individuals, to engage in various occupations.
A United States steamer departs with American regulars commanded by Maj General William Graves. The vessel is to carry troops from Mecro Slovakia and proceed toward Vladivostock, with announced dispatches indicating the mission is under way.
The event featured Chief of Police Bill Coffman aiding the crowd control as disturbers were detained and fined. The night continued with acts on stage and at nine o clock the Rog Pany performed at Memorial Centre Liberty Theatre, providing entertainment for attendees.
Ada News reports Mrs. R. C. Roland urging women to exercise voting rights and participate in government matters, highlighting the national context and call to action in Ada Oklahoma.
Washington January 14 1919 Cotton consumed during the month of December 1919 amounted to sales of lint and era of linters.
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