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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1913
Page
2
C W Zorn argues that kafir corn can be planted as late as July 15 for a heavy yield even in dry weather. He notes the crop, similar to sorghum, needs little rain and can be planted midseason if corn is cut short.
President Wilson faced sharp criticism from Senator John Sharp Williams over his plan to deliver the first message in person. A chance Capitol meeting led Wilson to extend a hand and ask Williams to shake hands with his king, provoking laughter and a quiet political silence from Williams since.
In police court the Ray brothers pleaded guilty to theft of a large amount of property in a Saturday night incident. Each was fined 25 dollars plus costs. A. J. Mossman operates two concrete silo crews at different sites, with plans for additional crews next year to meet silo demand.
Ada Oklahoma reader testimonial endorses Dean's Kidney Pills for weak kidneys and backache. Mrs S T Williams of 119 West Thirteenth Ave reports complete relief after use in the family. The ad urges asking for Dean's Kidney Pills, backed by home testimony, priced five cents in stores.
Augusta Me June 27 The Third Maine district faces a September special election to replace the late Congressman Goodwin Republican who won over Democrat Gould by 709 votes. The race may feature a three way contest with Republicans Democrats and Progressives. The outcome could signal shifts in political sentiment since last November.
John Whitaker faced a preliminary hearing in Justice-Powers court on the Byrd's Mill shooting of Ben Harrison on the 18th. County Attorney Reland led for the state and Judge Conway O. Barton for the defense. Whitaker's bond was fixed at 1000 dollars, posted promptly, with a trial likely at the July district court term.
Tecumseh Walden a full blood Chickasaw living east of Ada was injured when a horse fell on him. He is under Indian custom treatment by medicine man Chil ley Nelson and a dance likely to follow if a cure is effected.
Washington June 30 Secretary Lane said the government does not anticipate further suits over inherited lands in the eastern state. He noted disputes will be settled amicably without court action unless necessary, amid prior reports of up to fifteen thousand cases and widespread demoralization of titles.
The article narrates a protest in Washington over department agents managing Kiowa and Comanche debts in southwestern Oklahoma, with Congress setting aside 250000 for liquidation, and creditors demanding payment only after releases. It also recounts a Civil War romance of Capt. S H Hargis and Parlena Dyer near Chattanooga, including battlefield peril and long-awaited reunion.
Senator Gore pushes a plan to deposit 21 000 000 in Oklahoma tribal funds in state banks to aid farmers and finance institutions. Secretary Lane and McAdoo expected to endorse, but Congress faces doubt and may delay most measures beyond tariff and currency reform.
The excerpt quotes a Washington Star item with Senator Sorghum noting those involved in holding the office perform the key duties.
Oklahoma City June 26 The house approved nine bills from the Maxey investigating committee introduced Monday. The most debated would empower the governor to hear complaints against public officers summon witnesses and punish contempts with oath. The measure passed by a bare majority amid opposition claiming it extends gubernatorial supervision over county officials.
An old agricultural note explains storing Irish potatoes in dry cool cellars away from direct sun. Spread the tubers to avoid contact, discard decayed ones, and dust with air-slaked lime to slow rot. Drying soils and sun-bleaching before cellar storage are recommended.
Sterne argues that the most accomplished use of books is to serve them as masters of acquaintance and learning, guiding readers toward wisdom through careful study. He emphasizes quiet, disciplined reading as a path to cultivate understanding and virtue.
Peru Ind June 30 Uncle Ben Wallace famed as the wealthiest circus man today quit the show business as control of the Hagenbeck Wallace shows passed to United States Amusement Company a new corporation. Wallace long led the road every season with Peru as home and winter quarters. The firm is backed by Chicago Kansas City Indianapolis and Davenport capitalists with John C Talbott top executive.
Henry Young began threshing on his farm east of Ada. He reported wheat yields around twenty five bushels per acre and oats near sixty bushels on parts of the crop. A defective drill reduced twelve acres of oats to almost nothing, lowering the overall average.
In Ola homa gardeners hesitate to plant due to grass and weed overgrowth, moisture loss, and poor soil preparation. The guidance urges thorough soil work, timely rain, and proper manure use to ensure a successful spring garden and better family meals.
A reflective note on fairy tales persists across lands and peoples. The piece suggests tales remain a constant human habit despite modern plainness and pragmatism. It closes by inviting readers to place a want ad in the newspaper.
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