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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1925
Page
8
Multiple foreclosure notices issued by Sheriff W. B. Walker of Pontotoc County Oklahoma against defendants in Ada Oklahoma. Auctions set for July 14 1925 and July 27 1925 with properties including sections in Township 4 North Range 7 East and extensive Lot and Section parcels in Township 2 North Range 6 East. Proceeds allocated to costs judgments and liens per court orders.
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma in county court guardian G L Surgnier seeks sale of wards real estate. Hearing set for July 60 1925 at 10 am with all kin and interested parties ordered to appear. Publication for two weeks in Ada Weekly News. Judge Tal Crawford signs.
The University of Leyden marks its 150th birthday this year, commemorating a long history of education and research. The celebration highlights the institution’s enduring role in higher learning and its contributions to science and society.
Midland Savings & Loan Company sues C. J. Caruth and Josie B. Caruth for 3596.05 with interest, plus 300 attorney fees, to foreclose mortgage on Lots 15 and 16, Block 9 Donaghey Addition Ada Oklahoma. Defendants must answer by August 7, 1925 or judgment will be rendered.
State of Oklahoma sues C. W. Force and others in Pontotoc County District Court. Defendants J. C. Baker Pearl Baker Harry J. Thompson Trustee and Saline State Bank of Wilbur Nebraska named to respond to the complaint filed by 7208 Central Life Insurance Company of Illinois.
The sheriff of Pontotoc County Oklahoma will sell at Ada at 2 p m August 3 1925 under foreclosure judgment against J W France and Eva France his wife for 5086 00 plus interest and costs The land described includes parts of Section 26 Township 3 North Range 7 East totaling about 90 acres and will be sold to satisfy the judgment The sale is at the front door of the Pontotoc County Courthouse and the undersheriff and attorneys Busby Harrel represent the plaintiffs W B Waker sheriff and P H Deal undersheriff
Robert T. Williamson of Central States Life Insurance departs at noon for Atlantic City New Jersey to attend the annual convention. The company pays all expenses and transportation as a reward for selling a set amount of business. Williamson notes his 1926 trip is already assured.
In Indianapolis on July 8 the National Educational Association defeated a resolution naming the proposed child labor amendment to the federal constitution and pledging continued support for its passage at the association's final session.
An intensive campaign was launched here today to sell souvenir Confederate veteran memorial half dollars for one dollar each. Proceeds will fund the completion of the Stone Mountain Confederate memorial.
A new transatlantic cable allows transmissions up to 320 words a minute between New York and Rome. The upgrade promises faster communications and potential business and diplomatic uses across the Atlantic.
The Insurgent Independent group in Congress leans toward tax reductions favoring the poor first and favors a 25 percent surtax cap after offsetting cuts for wage earners. Senator Ladd and Senator McNary defend lowering taxes on lower incomes before any relief for higher brackets while opposing Mellon era theories and urging careful revenue preservation.
Four of fifteen Santa Fe golfers showed for the Ada clash in Sulphur, four Wynnewood players faced R W Simpson D A Davis C J Mallory and Alf Hardage, all losing to their Ada opponents while eighteen Ada golfers travelled from nearby towns to win most matches. Roy L Givins led Ada with a 75, and Donovan Skirvin holed out on the 167 yard sixth at Ada marking a course record.
Ada golf caddies, many in their late thirties, are posting better scores than the men they carry. Red Guest, an elder caddy, shot a perfect 34 last Thursday morning as chatter hints a cad die may beat members if a match is staged.
A debate contrasts a $5,000 exemption freeing taxpayers from heavy duties with a plan to keep citizens engaged through a smaller tax. Proponents say the larger exemption relieves the public burden and reduces administrative expense, while opponents advocate a modest levy to preserve government oversight and citizen involvement.
Mrs. Coolidge narrowly avoided being struck by a motorcycle while walking in Swampscott Massachusetts. Four state constabulary riders followed closely behind as she turned toward a private driveway at White Court. Secret service agent James Haley warned her just in time, and the bike sped between them as the group continued toward White Court en route to Cambridge.
A Chicago woman invents and manufactures a picnic tray with non slipping bases and saucers, aiming to reduce spills during outdoor meals. The device features a textured bottom and raised edges to keep items in place.
Grain Marketing Co a 26 million dollar merger holding company said its farmer stock selling campaign has been abandoned and it must meet four million dollars in obligations due July 28. The firm formed to merge four midwest grain firms now seeks alternative plans to satisfy the debt.
Guthrie July 6 B L Tisinger former assistant United States district attorney collapsed in federal court while presenting a demurrer for five national bankers to Judge John H Cotteral. He was taken to the Judge's chambers and died. Doctors cited heart disease as the cause.
The death of B L Tisinger in Oklahoma City shocks family and friends. A former state supreme court justice appointed February 1918 to fill an unexpired term, he retired January 1919 and later served as assistant United States district attorney starting June 1920. He previously practiced law at Mangum and served as Mangum mayor. He is survived by his widow.
Official figures show the French government spent more than 250 million dollars on advertising to race tracks during the past five years. The total reflects national campaigns and promotional efforts linked to racing venues and events.
A brief column notes photographer C. A. Cummings offers framing services for customers. It lists options and contact cues for inquiries and orders.
Dr L G Brannon is listed with office in Norris Haney Building Suite 5. Contact numbers include Office 312 and Best 744-W for appointments and inquiries.
County Union holds sessions on the second and fourth Saturdays at the Court House Ada at 1 p.m. W A Peck presides and T F Beller is secretary. Local chapters Rocky Chapel Knox Parish Wilson meet on specified Thursdays and Fridays at 7 30 p.m. with parish chapel and Wilson chapters noted.
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