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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1935
Page
3
Markets in Oklahoma City show cattle at 2000 head with calves 509 steady to 25 lower. fat steers 9.25 top, bulk 5.00 to 7.50. hogs 1000 head barely steady, top 7.79, bulk 7.00. shise 900 steady, native tops 8.25, bulk 7.00. Sales 156, receipts 2673, stock 687737.
Kansas City markets show hogs steady to 10 higher with top 7.75, cattle steady to 25 higher with fed steers up to 12.50, vealers 5.00 to 9.59, and sheep firm with best lambs around 9.00. Chicago dairy and eggs mixed with butter around 35 cents and eggs near 27 to 28 cents for various grades.
Live poultry movement shows 32 trucks with hens around steady and other items firm. Prices list various weights and breeds including leghorn hens at 17 to 19 1 2, rock broilers at 22 to 23 1 2, colored and springs around 20, ducks at 4 1 2 pounds up to 21, geese at 18, and capons 20 to 21 for 6-7 pounds.
Chicago markets show total U S shipments at 771 with dull trading and liberal supplies. Wisconsin round whites fetch 80 to 85 cents per cwt for U S No 1, 90 for fine quality, 75 for commercial grade. Michigan round whites 80 for No 1. Idaho russets 1 50 to 1 55 for No 1 with large size 1 60. U S 5S Nai 2 1 15 to 1 20.
In Washington the senate defeated the protocol for American adherence to the world court by a 52 to 36 vote, short of a two thirds margin. Senator Norris opposed the administration concession, signaling a potential end to the long fight over world court participation.
In Kansas City on January 30 the market shows 11 railcars with firmer bids for higher grades. No. 2 hard and No. 3 values range from 95 1 2 to 1.01 1 4, with No. 2 red at 95 1 2 to 97 1 4. May, July, and September futures close at 92 1 8, 84 1 2, and 2 1 2 respectively.
Wheat No 2 hard at 1.03 3 4 cents per bushel. Corn No 2 yellow 88 1 4 and No 9 white 96. Oats No 3 white 53. Prices noted for futures trading in Chicago.
In New York on January 30 traders stayed cautious awaiting geld clause decision and new measures. May futures rose to 12.44 while October reached 18.35. midday and afternoon levels stayed within a few points of the best. Close showed futures 4 to 7 higher and spot middling at 12.60.
Spot cotton in New Orleans closed quiet at 5 points higher, reflecting a light trading session on January 30. The market showed subdued activity with mill demand muted and prices steady near last session.
New Orleans January 30 AP cotton futures finished steady with net advances of 4 to 5 points. May at 12.42 to 12.38, July 12.39, October 12.34 to 12.35, with other listed contracts in minor ranges.
Byng High School takes the high school boys crown 29 26 over Ada. Byng Girls defeat Fitzhugh 47 17 to claim the girls title. Grade section honors go to Latta grade girls and Stonewall grade boys with decisive wins. Officials report strong crowds and a successful meet.
Thomas P. Martin Jr., 63, retired Oklahoma City banker, died at his home. A native of Texas, he began as a messenger for the First National Bank of Fort Worth, organized First National Bank in Marlow in 1900, and came to Oklahoma City in 1910 to serve as president of Stockyards National Bank until 1922.
A delegation from the region was comprised of individuals accused of illegal possession of whiskey operating stills and failing to pay the internal revenue tax. The internal revenue department may take action if the tax remains unpaid.
J T Conn aged 70 Ada pioneer died Thursday afternoon at 3 o钟 clock Funeral services were held at Criswell's Funeral chapel with Rev O B Lee officiating Interment at Rosedale cemetery Conn native of Kentucky emigrated to Texas in 1889 served two terms as sheriff of Wilbarger county later moved to Kiowa Comanche area Oklahoma then Ada He served on the Ada city council and chaired the charter commission His wife had died earlier He is survived by his son Jack Conn and a brother Frank Conn in Kentucky
G. W. Burns, about 50, was treated for minor head wounds after being struck by a car on North Townsend avenue. He did not see the vehicle and walked into it. Burns, of Union Valley, southeast of Ada, was taken home after emergency care.
Cotton producers may rent up to 35 percent of base acreage to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration and receive rental payments. Secretary Wallace announced the Bankhead cotton quota for 1935 at 10,500,000 bales, with cooperators receiving about 65 percent of base production. If 35 percent is rented, the remaining 65 percent would be planted to meet the Bankhead allotment, with rentals around 3 12 cents per pound of average yield. About 130 million dollars in rental and benefit payments could be paid if widespread sign-up occurs.
Jack Canaday a Byng youth pleaded guilty after noon arraignment before Justice A W Oliver on destroying public property. He and two younger boys allegedly broke windows at Byng school gymnasium January 11. The two younger boys, under 16, were tried January 14 in juvenile court and paroled. Canaday’s case moved to district court for sentencing.
Tom and Bob Newman brothers sustained painful but not dangerous injuries when their car collided with a truck on Highway 48 between Pontotoc and Connerville. Tom, from Ada, had a deep forehead gash. Bob, from Wichita Falls Texas, suffered cuts to his right jaw and chin. Bob was visiting a brother in Tishomingo. Tom had driven to bring him to Ada. They received emergency care at a local hospital.
Pontotoc County jail became markedly emptier with 14 inmates moved to Muskogee by federal authorities. The group had formed through raids and arrests before transfer to the federal facility for alleged national offenses.
A Selina Texas man asks U S Commissioner W C Edwards to file charges against a railroad claiming crew members put him off a Frisco freight train in Ada before he reached his destination. The commissioner said he could not determine a basis for charges.
A young colored couple married by a justice of the peace paid one dollar of the three dollar fee. The officiant accepted the single dollar and performed the ceremony, saying he could not afford to let that dollar go out the door.
Local ad highlights sound investments promising strong returns on limited capital. Offers guidance on budgeting and selecting reliable options framed as a practical guide for readers seeking efficient use of funds. Details unspecified due to fragmented text.
Arnold Brown bound over to district court for trial on second degree burglary after pleading not guilty in a hearing before Justice of the Peace Sherwood W. Hill. The complaint accuses him and Aubrey Hughes of forcing entry to a local warehouse and stealing about $45 worth of pecans last month. Hughes remains at large.
Clyde Sears of Tulsa likely remains on the state election board as Republican member. Howard B. Drake, governor Marland's executive clerk and patronage distributor, said Sears has not resigned and will not be asked to resign, calling him perfectly satisfactory.
Sears stated no resignation plan while Drake suggested a Democratic successor to Thom as P. Holt Ada as a possible dark horse from the western state. Drake ruled out E F Marttin of Sayre as a candidate.
The criminal court of appeals released rulings: Harold Fisk larceny of clothing in Okfuskee County reversed. H A George Carter County stealing horse five years affirmed on appeal. Walter Neal Ottawa County assault with a dangerous weapon five years affirmed. Chester Young Oklahoma County maintaining a nuisance reversed and remanded. Sylvester Brown Carter County first degree manslaughter four years affirmed. Ray Cadwell Ellis County manslaughter four years appeal dismissed. Marvin Farmer Johnston County assault with intent to kill dismissal if state lacks further evidence. Chester Davis Kay County harboring a fugitive five years affirmed.
Rep Joe Chambers leads Oklahoma House proposal legalizing pari mutuel or certificate racing with a three member state racing commission appointed by the governor. Tracks limited to 21 consecutive and 42 days yearly with 10 percent daily and 3 percent to state for schools. Minor attendance restricted and occupational tax of 10 dollars. ex servicemen exempt. Commissioners’ salaries set at 1800 each, chairman 2000. governor vetoed a similar bill two years ago.
W A Melton former Tulsa board president announced three bills to reduce districts from 494 to 77 county wide and shift school funding to eliminate weak districts. Proposals call for seven member county boards elected at large and county superintendents chosen by the boards with state aid tied to 10 mill levies.
Senators moved for lengthy discussion of the Roosevelt administration work and relief bill as critics from the American Liberty League denounced its broad presidential powers. The measure moved from the House to the Senate Appropriations Committee led by Senator Glass who said hearings would be held with any testimony welcome.
A sermon-like message argues that current troubles stem from past neglect of children and righteousness. It warns that prosperity without moral training invites downfall and urges following the prince of peace to restore peace on Earth.
C R Greene of Stonewall urges believers to abandon vain imagination and worldly aims. He argues that true improvement of the economy comes from Christlike conduct, serving neighbors, and faith, leading to unity, restoration, and the restoration of peace and goodwill.
Oklahoma City January 28 Two bills moved into the senate hopper seeking more than a quarter million dollars in new appropriations. One bill by Chamberlain proposes 225000 for care of orphaned and destitute children not housed in state institutions through June 30 1937. Another measure by Senator Nichols allocates 35510.75 for various departments and institutions for the rest of the fiscal year. Nichols also introduces a bill creating the office of delinquent tax collector of personal taxes and sets its compensation at 15 percent of collected amounts. Homer Paul of Pauls Valley offers a bill to abrogate the fellow servant doctrine.
Former Oklahoma governor William H. Murray said he has no interest in politics and plans a leisurely rest trip to Mexico with his son. He may change his name to disappear and hinted at visiting Wortham Mexia Buffalo Austin and San Antonio before border crossing. He criticized Texas and Oklahoma legislatures and warned on court size and policy.
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