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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1925
Page
6
Renshaw confronts an eerie scene in Tawnaver House as Jenks and Annie make enigmatic deliveries. A blue circle appears on the wall, signaling a coming event while whispers of odd sounds and a looming duty strain Renshaw's nerves and resolve.
Ponotoc county veteran peace officer Bob Duncan acts as Cromwell’s sole lawman during a period of oil boom. He carries a concealed heavy gun, avoids gun use, and directs major arrests to Wagoner. He notes few killings, explains jail transfers, and observes Sabbath-less Cromwell amid fire recovery and twenty new buildings under construction.
A blaze in the Southwestern University women’s dormitory at Georgetown, Texas, before daybreak sent about two hundred young women fleeing for safety. The building, valued at over 300000 dollars, burned to the ground after the fire began in the roof above the third floor. All residents escaped without injury.
A restless narrator rises from bed to check a shadowy corridor. He finds no trace of movement and returns, locking the door, uneasy that the danger may be a trick of nerves but determined to keep security between himself and the corridor.
Renshaw wakes after days of doubt to a calm October morning and a plan of cure. He greets Jenks and a new footman, notes James’s attentive service, and senses a discreet observer in the household, likely Annie, who has returned after the previous alarm.
In Columbia South Carolina on January 14 the senate rejected the proposed federal child labor amendment without a dissenting vote and without debate.
Renshaw, overheard by a servant, contemplates a strange proposition as he roams the Campbell country house grounds. He discovers a hidden garden and meets a tiny child in a blue bunny suit, whose smiled mouth reveals dimples and an unsettling greeting.
The Lloyd farm wells in section 6 3 7 remain shut at 3300 feet while the Wrightsman well in 24 4 4 is being reamed at 2708 feet. Companies, including Golderline and American Oil and Refining, report multiple drills and casing moves across sections 3 4 6 9 4 6 16 4 6 27 4 6 31 4 6 and 34 4 6 with depths from 2304 to 2512 feet and plans to deepen, complete, or offset wells. Becker and Hagar handle drills.
Hartshorne, Jan. 12. A four ton stone crashed down on 9 year old Robert White and 10 year old Johnny Humphrey who sought shelter from a shower in a small cave near Lost Mountain. They had built a fire and were eating nuts when the rock fell. Companion Jack Jackson, 11, escaped with a broken leg.
Rev. T B V Mullinax came back today from El Reno and Oklahoma City after visiting his sons and daughters since last Saturday. Mrs O A Trunnel and daughter Frances left this afternoon for Greenville Texas where Frances will enter a hospital for medical treatment.
Mrs Clyde Hodges returned from a business trip to Kansas City and St Joseph Mo where she purchased goods to open a new store at Wetumka. She has been connected with Simpsons here.
James B. Chapman of Stonewall had his left leg amputated yesterday at Ada hospital due to an infection. His brother in law Harry Savage received a blood transfusion during the same operation.
Mrs Oscar M Kruger niece of Mr and Mrs Ed Cotten of Maxwell was in Ada today en route to Maxwell from Lebanon Tennessee where her husband attends Cumberland University He will graduate in the spring with B O and L L B degrees.
Albert Hall who recently moved to Sulphur was seen in the city Friday.
Commissioner Charley Laseman reports city roads are in good condition despite recent rain and sleet. Nearby, teachers Oleeta Montgomery and Grace McKeel plan to arrive tonight to spend the weekend with friends and family in Roff.
Commissioner J. D. Pace from near Stonewall says his district roads are in good shape after thorough dragging following bad weather. He notes the work has stabilized travel conditions and improves accessibility for residents and services.
Glenn Couch departed Friday for Rogers Arkansas to take a position with a local lumber company.
R Guinn, previously ill, shows improvement after treatment at Breeco hospital.
Mrs. Susie Kinsey of near Stone Wall is reported doing nicely after an operation at Breco hospital. Mrs. Lee Daggs who had been in Ada hospital was taken to her home Saturday. An 8 pound girl named Marguerite Louise was born to Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Sprague on January 9.
Misses Chaney and o Dugherty of Tupelo were business visitors in the city Saturday. E. C. Hodges and wife left Saturday for Wetumka where they will make their home. J. W. Lillard of Francis, who has been in the city on business, returned home Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Taylor and son Hugh Jr. leave today for Hobart after a visit here. Mrs. W. W. Mullins of Vaness, who underwent an operation in the Breeco hospital, is reported improved.
Mrs. Jess Warren, long treated in Ada hospital for a broken hip, was discharged and returned to her home Saturday.
W J Johnson of Allen was driven home Saturday after an operation at Ada Hospital.
Miss Suzanne Holman spends the weekend in Holdenville attending a luncheon and radio party hosted by Miss Eddie Mae Horn and friends.
J. H. Griffith of Lightning Ridge visited Ada today as one of the substantial farmers who have made good in Pontotoc County.
Otis Floyd pursues a post graduate ice cream manufacturing course at the A. and M. College in Ames Iowa. He previously completed a similar program at the A. and M. College of Oklahoma a year or two earlier.
H P Schienberg arrives back this morning after a weekend visit to Chickasha. He plans to resume work at the office today and share notes from his trip with colleagues.
Farr Jeter departed yesterday for Oklahoma City to take a job with B. F. Avery and Son. Sheriff W. B. Walker visits Denison to be with his ailing mother. W. E. Harvey, his wife and daughter Maurine left for a several weeks stay in Miami Florida.
Mrs Albert Hacker of Avant visited her parents Mr and Mrs E H Mc Kendree on East Seventeenth street Sunday evening. She had been ill for some time and this morning was taken to Ada Hospital for treatment. Mrs Mc Kendree accompanied Mrs Hacker home from Avant.
Senator Tom Anglin departed for Oklahoma City after attending the Mac Lee murder case. Miss Winnie McLachlan returned from Dallas with a new stock for the Style Shoppe amid town activity.
Miss Emma Barton arrived home last night from Austin Texas via Oklahoma City after spending three months visiting friends and relatives.
Dennis Hood of Mill Creek is visiting Ada today, according to local social notes and community posts.
H E Rogers of Vaness, a patient at Breeo hospital, is reported considerably improved today.
Otis Cathey who suffered a broken leg Monday night was able to leave the Ada hospital today.
Pob Lucas of Francis, convalescing from a flu attack, is in the city today greeting friends and neighbors.
Mr and Mrs Chas Laseman attended the funeral of P Bradley a county pioneer at Lightning Ridge with local residents noting his contributions to the area.
H. I. Lee of Vaness was released from Ada hospital today after several days of confinement due to a skull fracture.
Miss Frances Tunnell is reported resting very well at her home at 523 E 13th street. An operation was not considered necessary by physicians at Sherman Texas where she was taken for an examination.
Ben Burchfield, convicted slayer of his wife and four others in Bristol, Tennessee, was electrocuted at 5:50 a.m. at the Tennessee state prison. He died within two minutes and maintained his innocence. Final measures were taken at daylight as Governor Peay refused clemency after a lengthy conference with his lawyers and state officials.
J D Faust died Sunday evening about 7 30 at his home 711 East Thirteenth street The body was taken to Mannaville today for interment Deceased was a little past 60 years of age He had been a resident of Ada for the past 10 or 12 years
Mrs. Emily C. Warren died about midnight Saturday at the home of her son in law and daughter Homer Woods and wife at 110 East Seventeenth Ada. Funeral services were held at 3 PM at the Woods home with Revs H W Wallace and R L Blackourn. Interment followed in Rosedale cemetery. Her husband preceded her in death by about 18 years.
The Ringling railway line may extend to Waurika in Jefferson county. The chamber of commerce authorized the secretary to arrange a conference with John Ringling and N. L. Amster to discuss the project. Interest has been aroused in Waurika Ringling and Wilson chambers and other local parties.
Lieut. Charles Chauncey arrived back Monday after traveling from San Antonio by airplane. He completed the trip as part of official duties, returning to duty locations in the region.
Latta school held a ceremony awarding certificates to all 120 pupils who passed a written exam on the life of Christ. High school winners included Gladys Coley Blair Wood first and Lorena Anderson Ruth Toby second. Eighth grade winners were Emoile Bucklew Marguerite Wood and Rowill Kennen. Sixth and seventh grades winners were Hubert Cope Loren W Woods. fourth and fifth Willie Cleghorn Nellie Wood Mildred Downs. Faculty included Rev O E Whitwell C Morris R f Blackburn and Scout Executive Harry W Miller.
Charles E Hughes will resign as secretary of state on March 4 and Frank B Kellogg, ambassador in London, will succeed him. President Coolidge accepts the decision with praise for Hughes four year tenure shaping foreign policy and granting him a well earned repose in private life.
Sufferers of skin troubles are offered Hooper's Tetter-Rem with a money back guarantee for entire satisfaction. The stainless liquid germicide comes in two sizes 75c and 1.50, distributed by Eucaline Medicine Co. in Dallas Texas, available at drugstores or by mail order.
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