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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
8
Yen and Wan, tiny Japanese toy dogs, wait on a sidewalk for their mistress. They discuss pride in their breed, the comforts of carriage life, and glances of public scorn while imagining a simpler, playful life. Their mistress soon returns, treating them to cream as a sign of their status.
Paper products replace linen in homes and tea rooms to cut labor and laundering. Napkins, doilies, centerpieces, and tray cloths endure multiple uses. lamp shades, baskets, lamp stands, and vases are crafted from paper. Paper handkerchiefs and towels grow popular, while hospitals explore soft paper surgeon caps and small handkerchiefs.
The article describes oilcloth table sets in three sizes for breakfast and tea use, available white or black, sold by the yard, with ready-made options. Cretonne sets with crocheted edges are praised for durability and charm, and semi-fitted bodices and political notes are briefly mentioned in other segments.
John A. Whitehurst, president of the state board of agriculture, calls 1919 the best year for farmers in Oklahoma citing bumper crops and record prices. Estimates show cotton worth 220,930,000 dollars, wheat 100,408,000, corn 94,863,000, oats 33,813,000, with livestock valued at 214,181,000.
Byron Norrell oversees first ward census work praising citizen cooperation. He aims to finish city enumeration in fifteen days and urges the public to assist with courtesy so all residents are counted.
District Judge J W Bolen yesterday appointed a new jury commission for the coming year. The panel includes George West of Ada Hugo Hughes of Roff and C S Norman of Francis. They will select names for all potential juries of the district court.
A correction notes an error in yesterday's report from the Christian Church. It should read that the minister's calls for the year totaled six hundred, not sixty.
Promotion notes ongoing January clearance at Pelter's Fashion Shop with coats suits and dresses likely featured. Item availability unspecified but ad emphasizes discounted apparel.
In a brief exchange a neighbor asks why, and Willie explains the family terms. He says the child is dear and the baby is the kid while the rest of the family are animals, humorously labeling kin.
U S Senator Hiram Johnson returns to California to launch a campaign built on direct presidential preference primaries in 22 states. He touts reforms against railroad influence, recalls his governorship gains, and promotes democracy through direct vote while facing Republican opposition.
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