President Harding Upset by Washington Jokes From Will Rogers
Muskogee Phoenix staff notes Harding was angered by Rogers jokes in a Washington theatre and sent back complimentary tickets, declining a White House audience. The piece contrasts Roosevelt and Wilson handling jests and urges focus on duty over humor, with broader commentary on public service and decline of flippant politics.
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Ada Seeks $1000 to Mark Ozark Trails Route
Ada good roads boosters push to raise 1000 dollars by popular subscription to mark the Ada Stratford Texarkana segment of the Ozark Trails. Funds cover route marking a pyramid in Ada and other expenses as J E Swepston pledges map inclusion boosting eastern to western tourist traffic. A 7:30 PM meeting at the Chamber of Commerce rooms will discuss plans and mobilize Ada district booster effort.
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Ballot slate listing local state and county race candidates
State Senator W. H. EBEY appears alongside County Superintendent candidates F. E. GRAY A. FLOYD re election A. T. WATSON and MRS PARRIE BRITT. The Sheriff race appears incomplete with no candidate name provided.
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