Ada men for district offices urged over out-of-county rivals
The editorial argues home candidates should be favored when equal, endorsing Ada native Denver Davison for state supreme court and John Boyce McKeel for state senator. It praises their honor, qualification, and independence, claiming a city is judged by its public leaders and Ada would be well served by these two men.
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Ada
United States
Denver Davison
State Supreme Court
John Boyce McKeel
Ada Yen
Becauss
Upe
Frances Wintersmith Park
Byrds Mill
National meddling in state races sparks editorial stance
The newspaper questions how far a national administration should go to aid allied candidates and urges respect for state sovereignty in governor races. It defends voters' right to independent choice while affirming support for free ballots and local self rule. It also notes wildflower bloom near Byrds Mill and critiques fee-based justices of the peace. It praises pasture grass efforts and County Agent Hill’s work with farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Elmer Thomas
Gomer Smith
E. W. Marland
Thomas
Smith and Mar
Washington
Justices of the Peace
Valley Prosperity Through Roosevelt Era Projects
A reporter notes unanimous approval in the Tennessee River Valley for the New Deal era TVA and related federal investments. Residents praise dams, electric power, flood control, and rising business activity, especially in Winchester and Chattanooga, while uncertainty remains about national debt repayment and river navigation usefulness.
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Tennessee River Valley
T.V.A
Winchester
Tennessee
Tennessee Valley
Chattanooga
Signal Mountain
Oklahoma Has a Strong Story Beyond Local Stereotypes
Harrington Wimberly argues Oklahoma deserves fair publicity and highlights the state's progress in literature, industry, natural resources, and governance. He notes influential lawmakers and judges, plans for a Frances Wintersmith park swimming pool, and comments by Tom Girdler of Republic Steel about adapting to modern business.
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Harrington Wimberly
Alias
Oklahoma
Owen
Gore
United States Senate
Thearger
America
East
Tom Girdler
Great Republic Steel Corporation
Gethsemane Reflections and World News From Ada
The lesson highlights Christ’s agony in Gethsemane and his submission to duty, with reflections on discipleship and personal trials. Separate notes report rising enrollment at East Central Teachers College, Ada’s urban growth, and Cordell Hull’s steady leadership amid international tension, praising civic progress and prudent taxation.
Markets Livestock Oklahoma City June 8 report
Oklahoma City livestock market notes scarce finishing. cattle 2,200 head with calves and yearlings steady to firm in opening activity. hogs 1,800 head with packer top 9.40 and most sales 8.30 to 8.50. sheep 2,800 including 662 through billing, spring lambs lower. poultry and produce reports from Chicago and Potatoes, wheat futures down slightly amid harvest arrivals and loan price uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Tss
Chicago
United States
Fort Worth
Texas
Claims Department Behind On Filings In Office Move
A fragment notes NUMBER FIVE checks mailed out as the claims department lagged about 20 days in filing when he entered the office, and ran the office by law. Furlong, who runs a service station, is mentioned in the context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claims Department
Furlong
Jury Verdict Acquittal Reported in Local Case
Ten jurors signed an acquittal verdict led by foreman John I. McCoole. Others named include W. I. Lahue J. W. Isaac Henry L Rev Ervin J A Standridge J. W. Isaacs E.C. Jamar S. L. Kemp and M. D. Durlein. Mrs. Garner suspended after departure of Myrtle Coleman deputy. Wed afternoon proceedings noted in banking related matter.
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Gartner
Myrtle Coleman
Mr. Garner
Garner
Dhey
John I. McCoole
W. I. Lahue
J. W
Isaac
Henry
Ervin
A. Standridge
J. W. Isaacs
E.C. Jamar
S. L. Kemp
M. D., Durlein
Knife Blade in Brain Undetected for Months
A Roswell, New Mexico inmate, Columbus George, 32, was sentenced for grand larceny after a five inch knife blade was found lodged in his brain for about three months. He claimed the blade entered during a fight while he and another man argued, and doctors say it did not affect movement, speech, or thought. He had lost an eye in the same incident and received regular medical care since then.
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Marke
Chiist
Judas
Mount of Olives
Christ
Jerusalem
Gethsemane
Garden of
Kidrin
Temple
Peter
James
John
Calvary
Bethany
Peraea
Jesus
Joseph's
Earth
Santa FE N. M
Columbus George
Roswell
State Penitentiary
George
Funds Of Orphan Home In Balance
OKLAHOMA CITY June 1938 funds of the Western Oklahoma orphan’s home at Helena are in balance with the state auditor’s records after auditing accounts from July 1, 1937 to April 30, 1938. May 1 Mrs J B Robertson succeeded Mrs Ira Huft as superintendent. Records of W P McCullough chief clerk are in very good condition, T E Johnson deputy warrants and inspector report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Western Oklahoma Orphan's Home
Helena
Examiner and
J. B.a.robertson
Ira Huft
W.P. McCullough
T. E. Johnson
New Sooner Alumni Officers Selected
Norman June 8 UP New officers of the University of Oklahoma Alumni association were announced by the executive board. They include Charles B. Memmenger Atoka president Buff Burtis Clinton first vice president Mrs Kitty Shanklin Roundtree Oklahoma City second vice president Clarence Kaicher Dallas Tex vice president Texas division Tec M Beaird Norman re elected secretary Executive board members chosen Frank Cleckler Muskogee Norman Brillheart Madill Max Chambers Okmulgee Miles Tolbert Hobart Hicks Epton Wewoka
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman
University of Oklahoma Alumni Association
Charles
Frank Cleckler
Muskogee
Norman Brillheart
Madill
Max Chambers
Okmulgee
Miles Tolbert
Hobart
Hicks Epton
Wewoka
District Court Delivers Verdict in Damages Suit
A district court jury found for defendant D. W. McDonald in a damage suit filed by W. E. Sanders on behalf of his minor brother Elmer who was injured in an accident near Ada last July 14. McDonald, of Oklahoma City, drove the car that collided with the Sanders vehicle. Judge H H Edwards of WeWoka presided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. McDonald
W. E. Sanders
Elmer
Ada
McDonald
Oklahoma City
Sanders
H. H. Edwards
Wewoka
Graves
Mc George Corporation
Tupelo
Steedman News Recaps Wins and Local Happenings
The Steedman team won 15 to 8 at Frisco on Sunday. Birth announced for a daughter born June 7 to Mr. and Mrs. Ariel Phillips. Local visits include Mr. and Mrs. Qualls and sons of Allen and Mrs. W. P. Stone of Steedman at Centralioma. Mrs. P. Stone visiting the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. Sowards. Mrs. J. P. Trease and Louie Clifford enroll at East Central College for the summer term. Pie supper planned at the Steedman schoolhouse on Tuesday night June 9. Court date change update: federal court sessions in Oklahoma shifted. McAlester from first Monday in June to fourth Monday in March, and Pauls Valley sessions moved to third Monday in November.
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Steedman
Frisco
Ariel Phillips
Qualls
Allen
W. P. Stone
Centralioma
P. Stone
Sowards
J. P. Trease
Louie Clifford
East, Central College
Washington
Thomas (Dokla
Oklahoma
House
Senate
McAlester
Pauls Valley
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Idaho
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Mair
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