Deserving Young Man Seeks Oklahoma State Senate
A published tribute endorses John Boye McKeel as a clean, educated, honest candidate for the state Senate. The piece lauds native sons, urging merit, independence from groups, and public service, while contrasting with postwar global turmoil and dictatorial aggression. It argues McKeel would represent all district residents unfettered and unafraid.
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Oklahoma
John Boye McKeel
State Senate
John Boyce
United States
John Boyer
Hitler's Debt Clash Triggers Spy Ring Indictment
The piece notes German anger at U S debt demands as Germany suspends payments amid a trade imbalance. It mentions a New York grand jury indicting 18 people, mostly German citizens, for spying, and comments on Nazi criticisms in the press.
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Hitler
United States
Germany
New York
Atlantic
America
Publication law would curb county irregularities says Knox
John Knox argues that most county irregu larities stem from not publishing commissioners' protradings. If expenditures were listed publicly, many stunts could be avoided. The law requires publication but lacks penalties for noncompliance. Repeal a generation ago led to costly waste. change in office intervals and run-off primary debates frame calls for stronger majority rule and electoral reforms.
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John Knox
Oklahoma
Joshua the Courageous Sunday School Lesson
A compact study of Joshua as Moses successor who leads Israel after 40 years of wandering. It highlights his faith, courage, military and religious leadership, and the revival he sparks to preserve Jehovah worship and Mosaic law as the nation settles in the Promised Land. The piece reflects on Joshua’s steadfast faith, duty, and enduring impact on Israelite identity.
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Moses
Abraham
Joshua
Caleb
Jehovah
Israel
Jordan
God
Oliver Cromwell
Gustavus Adolphus
Cromwell
Mohammed
Proper limits on relief projects and government funding
A Ponca City News summary contrasts relief aims focusing on shelter and food with broader self expression projects, arguing expenditures should prioritize essential needs. It cites a Missouri congressman’s vetoed toe-dancing measure and warns RFC loans to newspapers could threaten editorial independence and press freedom.
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Missouri
Congress
Ponca City
Oklahoma City Times
RFC
America
Italy
Germany
Russia
Too Much Choice and the Mirage of Happiness
A reflective parable about a rich girl who marries a peddler after turning down many suitors. The story uses the cane brake tale to warn that endless options can lead to missed opportunities and loneliness, suggesting thrift in choice over chasing mirages of happiness.
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Wifch
Court House Trouble
The grand jury defends public trust and urges removal for law violators while defending free speech and ballot rights. The piece condemns using government power to sway elections and defends Roosevelt’s right to campaign, urging vigilance against abuses and a fair, lawful county government.
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Court House
Oklahoma
Grand Jury
Ada’s Denver Davison Gains Momentum in State Supreme Court Race
Reports from Ada indicate Denver Davison is drawing strong voter support in the Eighth Judicial District and is expected to sweep the race for the state supreme court. Observers note Ada enthusiasm as a powerful force behind his campaign.
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Denver Davison
Ada
Eighth Judicial District
State Supreme Court
Rain fuels hope for a strong corn crop countywide
A rainy period before the Fourth of July boosts expectations for a robust corn yield in the county. Farmers report grass in fields but anticipate a good season, noting rains kept some from working. The piece reflects on broader themes of public funds and accountability amid wartime sentiment and political debates.
Over Million Dollars Collected By Treasurer Office
The Pontotec county treasurer's office reported over 1.29 million dollars collected in the fiscal year that began July 1, 1937, through Saturday. Of the total, 457,751.72 went to school districts, with other ad valorem and state apportionments, while 15,721 depository vouchers totaled 8.75 million dollars. The average daily ledger balance was 709,843 and more than 10,000 tax receipts were issued. About 80 percent of ad valorem taxes were paid.
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Pontotec
Savery
Tommy’ Ford
Force ‘dl
REA Work To Begin Today In Ada Area
REA crews arrived in Ada Monday and will begin Tuesday morning on a 180 mile line for the Interstate Cooperative Power electric system. Engineers T B Loftis and Jess Handley will supervise until the rural storeation project is complete. An REA loan of 135,000 and mortgages totaling a million fund wiring across Pontotoc Hughes and Coal counties.
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REA
Ada
Inti
Pontotoc
Hughes
Coal Counties
S. Killingsworth
United States
East
Sarah ©. Williams
Vaness
Monument 10 Early Swedes Is Accepted
President Roosevelt welcomed Prince Bertil and Princess Louise of Sweden in Wilmington for a monument dedication marking 400 years since Swedish landing in the new world. Bertil presented the monument as Roosevelt spoke of friendship and gratitude. The crown prince could not attend due to illness. Prince Bertil conveyed King Gustav V's wishes for new bonds of friendship. Roosevelt also paid tribute to Finns involved in 1638 Delaware colonization.
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Wilmington
Del
Roosevelt
Sweden
Prince Bertin
Louise
New World
Prince Bertil
Gustav V
Mr. Roosevelt
Delaware
Commissioners deny request to delay tractor injunction hearing
County Commissioners A A Caldwell and J E Hall denied asking for a delay in the hearing on a permanent injunction against Boardman Co to stop removing four tractors. A temporary restraining order was in place and a July 1 hearing was postponed to July 15 by District Judge Tal Crawford.
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A. A. Caldwell
J. &. Hall
Boardman Company
Tal Crawford
State wage hour law not in effect in Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered enforcement of the nine wage hour codes halted until the constitutionality of the minimum wage law is decided. A restraining order was issued on behalf of the Associated Industries of Oklahoma, which appealed a district court ruling that part of the law fixing minimum wages for men and women was invalid.
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Oklahoma City City
State Supreme Court
Associated Industries of Oklahoma
Lucius Babcock
Six Justices Hear Appeal on Codes Enforcement
The association argued that enforcing the codes during the pending appeal would injure employers, and that a later ruling could overturn such enforcement. The argument was heard by six justices amid the ongoing case.
Train Wreck Damages Beavers Creek Bridge North Of Guymon
Nine rocks Island freight cars derailed on a graded descent near Guymon Oklahoma. A coal car wheel flange snapped causing extensive track damage and serious Beaver creek bridge damage. Brakeman said service may not be restored until late tomorrow. No injuries reported. In Shawnee Oklahoma a University of Oklahoma student J Frank Cummings died from oil field injuries and will be buried in Alvarado Texas.
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Guymon
Okla
Rock Island
Beaver Creek
Robert Baird
Beaver Creek Bridge
Baird
Shawnee
J. Frank Cummings
University of Oklahoma
Alvarado, Tex
W. J. Cummings
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