Denison dam debate frames Oklahoma rights versus federal control
A political column critiques Congressman Phil Ferguson’s Denison dam stance, arguing that opposing flood control projects for one site should not trigger federal funding withdrawal. It asserts Oklahoma citizens are not to be punished for questioning government actions and defends government as servant, not master.
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Eighth
Oklahoma
Washington
Denison
Phillips
Ferguson
Cartwright
Washington Administration
Federal’ Treasury
South Canadian River
Red River
Roosevelt
Washita
Vermont
Texas hopes for Texas governor after Sam Houston
The piece weighs the unknown Texas gubernatorial candidate, W. Lee O’Daniel, as an unproven public figure. It questions his executive ability, statecraft, interdepartmental dealings, appointment judgment, and understanding of executive versus judicial and legislative duties. The writer prefers testing the experiment in another state due to prior costly experiments.
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Texas
Sam Houston
W. Lee O'Daniel
Kansas
Oklahoma
Horse traders and fair dealing in politics and war news
A reflective column recalls horse traders rivaling each other with praise and ridicule, noting the first man’s fair method seemed best though no system yields success. The piece then comments on Congress and relief spending and hints Oklahoma’s youths may rise beyond passivity after recent elections.
Spring Brings Promise Of Stronger Business Outlook
The NEA Service notes signs of improved business this spring with forecasts of 10 to 20 percent gains over last year. New York buyers set an all time record, Chicago marts see sales about 20 percent above 1932, and electrical goods may rise 10 to 80 percent. Experts expect a 105 to 115 Federal Reserve activity index this year, fueled by optimism after WPA cuts and persistent demand.
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New York
Chicago
National Electrical Manufacturers’ Association
Marcus Nadler
New York University
Congress
NEA
Governor picks strong men for highway commission
The piece praises Governor Phillips for selecting capable highway commissioners and emphasizes that engineers should lay out road plans while the commission provides oversight. It defends Van Moon as chief engineer and mocks overreliance on colleges for fishing, education, and politics, while noting concerns about funding state teachers colleges and higher education access.
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New Highway Commission
Perry
Phillips
Highway Commission
van Moon
Old Marland Commission
Moon
Peter's Three-Fold Acknowledgement Sunday School Lesson
The lesson centers on Peters reaction after denying Jesus and his later repentance. It notes Peters return to fishing, the resurrection hope, Jesus reconciliation with him, and the threefold questions "Simon, son of John, lovest thou me" followed by guidance to feed the sheep. It contrasts ambition with a path of cross and ministry. It also mentions international affairs and Oklahoma politics with light commentary.
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Peter
Jesus
Simon
John
Israel
Three Suspects in Auto Theft To Be Returned
Sheriff’s force will travel to Duncan Arizona on Thursday to return three men Vivian Fox Lonnie Allen and Forrest Cade to Ada for prosecution for the Saturday night theft of a car. The vehicle was identified as Weightman’s from West Main. Police say Fox is likely Vivi Fox and that Allen and Fox are Ada residents, while Cade’s status is unclear. Officers also suspect the trio burglarized Weightman’s home just before the car was stolen. Weightman reported a ring a watch and keys missing, all taken from his home.
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Duncan
Arizona
Ada
Vivian Fox
Lonnie Allen
Forrest Cade
C. H. Weightman
West Main
Vivi
Cade
Filcers
Weightman
Hices Bound Over In District Court For Felony Possession
Thurman Cowboy Hice and Chester Hice were bound over to district court on charges of unlawful possession of intoxicating liquor second and subsequent offense after a preliminary hearing in A W Oliver justice court. They were among seven men charged last week by County Attorney Carloss Wadlington. The state uses a rarely invoked statute making second and subsequent offenses a felony with a maximum $2000 fine and up to five years in prison. Bonds were set at $2000 each, and the preliminaries continue this week.
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Hice
Chester Hice
Fortrigs
Justice Court
A. W. Oliver
Carloss Wadlington
Wadlington
French warn rebel planes with gunnery
Cerbere France Jan 95 two warning rounds fired by French anti aircraft batteries at four insurgent bombing planes circling near the border. The planes hampered passage of about 400 foreign combatants including 94 Americans traveling from Spain to France. The four planes crossed the frontier then flew to sea after French guns opened fire. San Miguel de Cul era on the Spanish side reported bombing. Spain moved artillery manufacturing from Barcelona to the north to continue the war if Barcelona falls. A new government line may run from Arenys de Mar to Vich Solsona and toward the Pyrenees.
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Cerbere
France
Spain
San Miguel de Culera
Barcelona
Mediterranean
Arenys de Mar
Vich
Solsona
Pyrenees
Opponents Unite On Relief Measure
Senate Republicans united to cap the relief appropriation at 725 million dollars, down 150 million from Roosevelt’s request to cover WPA operations through June 30. A conference settled on 725 million with few lawmakers expected to back more. leaders pledged to cut government spending and only use extra funds if needed later.
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Senate
Republicans United Today
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Senate Appropriations Committee
Roosevelt
Boreh
Idaho
Frazier
North Dakota
Davis
Pennsylvania
Sen
McNary
Oregon
Doctor named to state examining board in Oklahoma
Dr. Sam A. McKeel of Ada, appointed by Governor Phillips to the new state board of medical examiners, came to Ada in 1920 from Sallisaw and has served as president of the Oklahoma Medical Association.
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Sam A. McKeel
Ada
Phillips
State Board of Medical Examiners
McKeel
Sallisaw
The
Oklahoma Medical Association
Phillips seeks harmony on Oklahoma welfare board
Oklahoma City Jan 25 Plit Gov Phillips hopes seven remaining members of the troubled Oklahoma public welfare commission can work with his two appointees to restore order after pension chaos. He discussed with Mrs Amy Crooks Delaware member and said he had not asked her to resign. He warned the federal social security board may refuse to cooperate and withhold funds if old board stalls efforts. Phillips will act only after hearing from Washington.
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Oklahoma City
Phillips
Oklahoma Public Welfare Commission
Amy Crooks
Delaware
Federal Social Security Board
Washington
State highway department trims Oklahoma City staff
Governor Phillips approved 67 dismissals at the Oklahoma State Highway Department and awaits a report from the new highway commission on trimming unnecessary help. Prison personnel changes were announced after warden consultation, including new industries superintendent J C Redden Jr and a new prison chaplain. Medical examiners board appointments and other personnel shifts were disclosed across state agencies.
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Oklahoma City
Phillips
Highway Commission
Sandy Singleton
State Board of Medical Examiners
McAlester Penitentiary
Jess Dunn
J. C. Redden Jr. Gheyenne
Wallace Bond
John D. Seal
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