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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1922
Page
4
The News urges strong support for the boll weevil campaign, urges citizens to vote, and warns that apathy risks liberty. It notes cotton prospects and a safer, cheaper food crop outlook for Pontotoc County, urging farms to inspect crops and maintain optimism for a new season.
The Ada institution shows rapid two year expansion and strong community support. Leadership by Dr. Linscheid cited for effective higher education and growing student spirit, including a campus fundraising push to sustain advertising and development efforts.
The Good Roads Motor club plans upgrades for the west end of Main street camping ground funded by local donations. With many travelers touring the country by car, towns with good camping facilities attract business and prospects, and Ada could benefit if enough funds are raised to provide essential comforts for campers.
The piece argues many men undervalue local prospects and overestimate distant or speculative ventures. It warns against ignoring home merchants and public welfare support, while chasing elusive opportunities seen only as distant promises. It stresses recognizing present local chances instead of chasing exaggerated rewards elsewhere.
Col A P Watson rose with state officers after statehood but was impeached and removed from office. Tulsa reports say he was appointed to fill an unfinished term as justice of the peace. The piece reflects on rapid rises and reversals in political life and the value of learning from better-informed peers.
The American Bankers Association cites savings deposits at about 16.5 billion and $165 per person, yet many do not economize in boom times. The Allen Democrat notes Allen’s farmers are targeted for a log drag to boost cotton. a show of support for a stronger crop. Hughes County rejected a half million dollar road bond due to shortfall, while calls for better highways persist. Florida reports razorback hogs scarce, Oklahoma’s breed extinct, and Pontotoc County may stage a big hog show from fairs last fall.
List of candidates for state and county offices including district judge, state senator, state treasurer, congress, boards, sheriff, tax assessor, clerk, and commissioners. Mentions reelection notes and multiple names across districts. ends with a medicinal claim.
Mr and Mrs Edgar Harris of 925 East Sixth entertained Wednesday evening with a gathering of former Lula high school pupils teachers and college friends. Games jokes music by the Edison and late refreshments followed. Attendees included Standridge White Hall Glover Campbell Hall Lula Hall Vera Campbell and others. A local note from the Jacksonville Gazette joked about wedding costs versus upkeep of a son in law.
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