Growth of Ada Bank Deposits and Local Prosperity
Ada's banking sector shows dramatic growth from 1909 to the present era with five banks totaling about 500000 in deposits and 300000 in loans originally expanding to around 2300000 in deposits and 1500000 in loans. The article notes Ada’s population nearly doubled, fivefold bank growth, and suggests Merchants and Planters National would boost figures. It also discusses Egypt's potential move to independence, tracing a long history under various empires before British rule and a modern prospect of self-government.
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Ada
Merchants and Planters National Bank
England
Egypt
Babylon
Persia
Cyrus
Bablyon
Alexader the Great
Turkey
Great Britain
Special tax for state schools could aid budgets
In Texas a special tax is proposed for the university and state schools. It would fix funding totals and reduce lobbying at Oklahoma City. Presidents would remain at home, and the need for frequent appropriations efforts would lessen.
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Texas
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Early race for Texas governor rivals Oklahoma plurality system
The piece notes the governor race will stay interesting for weeks with no clear frontrunner. It argues Texas style majority rule is preferable to Oklahoma's plurality method, recalling past races where leaders shifted as nominees were narrowed. It cites Colquitt versus Culberson and Bailey versus Neff as examples of changing outcomes.
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Texas
Oklahoma
United States
Colquitt
Tunnor Culberson
Consistency in treaties draws mixed Senate reaction
A churchly hymn to consistency masks shifting views on Versailles and postwar pacts. Senators who praised the Versailles accord now spar over Washington draftees, comparing limited power pacts to Wilson’s broader League of Nations proposal and noting only a handful of nations are involved.
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United States
Washington
League of Nations
Wilson
Mexico Faces Brighter Outlook for Trade Revival
The report notes Mexico is calmer than in the last decade, a positive sign for U S trade. If Mexico ends its revolutions and resumes normal business, it would benefit both nations through increased exchange of goods and commerce.
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Mexico
United States
Confidence as Keystone of Prosperity and Caution Against Rumor
A historical piece extols confidence as essential to civilization and business. It warns against gossip and rumors, noting how whispers ruin reputations and disrupt markets, urging sensible people to avoid spreading or even hearing damaging talk.
No Mad Slinging Endorsed by Democratic Committee
A Democratic state committee bulletin urges campaigns to avoid vilification and personal attacks. It emphasizes merit over opposition, warns that character assassination harms society, and calls for orderly, respectful conduct to restore trust and confidence in public life.
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Democratic State Committee
Ada Banks Strong Endorse Credit Confidence
The Ada banks' statements praise conservative management, showing solid finances and improvement over the last call. The article notes community benefits of strong institutions ready for emergencies and public trust in Ada County. It also mentions Russia seeking renewed international standing and potential borrowing of half a billion dollars, with claims about debts and counter-revolutionary damages.
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Ada
Russia
Powers That Be
Klochak
Wrangel
Lenine
Trotsky
Rainbows and rhetoric guide American voters
Americans resist coercion yet respond to persuasive language from word artists. The text notes that while people won’t be driven to support their own interests, they can be led to act by smooth talking politicians. It reflects on American penchant for chasing idealized promises.
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America
New York Times Counsels Republican Majority Size
A discussion suggests the Republicans face many new congress members who slow business. It notes the Times consoles the party by predicting a smaller majority after the next election, easing passage of legislation with more experienced lawmakers.
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Republican Party
Congress
Dispatch
New York Times
Behind Fronts and Frustrations in Everyday Wisdom
A collection of aphoristic reflections contrasts appearances with substance. The piece muses on theater fronts versus real strength, weathered grouches, evolving life wisdom, respect for all social ranks, and the idea that today’s low may become tomorrow’s high.
What They Say School Election
A March 28 meeting is urged for every citizen to vote on school taxes and elect a trustee. The writer, a Pontotoc County District 33 citizen, argues higher taxes fund better schools and American teachers, aiming to improve children and the state.
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Pontotoc County
Democrats Flay GOP Tactics at Holdenville Meeting
Resolutions adopted by the Democratic congressional committee at Holdenville denounce Republican mismanagement after the 1920 election. They accuse the national administration of failing wartime promises and praise Democratic prosperity while highlighting unemployment and aid to veterans. The document urges strong local authority, vetted candidates, and opposition to proxy representation in conventions.
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Democratic Congressional Committee
Holdenvilleq
Ada
Union
Harding
Picnic of Oklahoma men near Los Angeles
A letter from A T Trimm of Los Angeles recounts a gathering of about 200 Oklahomans from Sulphur Ardmore Pauls Valley Chickasha El Reno Norman Oklahoma City Guthrie Shawnee and McAlester. They foresee Oklahoma as a garden spot and plan to return home soon despite heavy rain and crop damage.
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A. T. Trimm
Ada
Los Angeles
Calif
Oklahoma
Sulphur
Ardmore
Pauls Valley
Chickasha
el Reno
Norman
Oklahoma City
Guthrie
Shawnee
McAlester
Charlie Bilis
J. C. Abney
J. C. Hinds
O. K
Mr. Long
Joe Primm
Charley Long
New Postmaster for Francis
T. E. Miller has received his commission as postmaster for the Francis office and will assume duties around April. The office remains in the Francis National Bank building, now undergoing overhaul with a concrete floor and fresh interior work and new fixtures replacing those destroyed by fire last December, promising top equipment for a town of its size.
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Francis
T. E. Miller
Washington
Francis National Bank
Francis Herald
Whale Oil Used In Edible Fats
Whale oil is employed in the production of edible fats, serving as a source of lipid material. The practice highlights historical uses of whale products in food processing and the evolving view on sustainability and alternative fats.
Sulphur Mayor Faces Push for Investigation and Ouster
Oklahoma City officials were urged to probe Sulphur city government amid unrest over the Bank of Commerce failure and a deputy inquiry into Mayor W H Riley. A citizens committee demanded a grand jury probe and planned a line of documentary evidence to support the case as Mayor Riley seeks federal attention.
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Oklahoma City
Elmer E. Fulton
George F. Short
John T. Young
Short
W. H. Riley
Bank of Commerce
W. P
Pat) Riley
Citizens
Riley
Citizens Committee
Capitol
Ardmoreite
Charles A. Bryan
Lead citizen's committee resists bidding on immigration rights
A public note quotes a citizen's committee declaring its stance against tendering for bids. The speaker asserts commitment to democracy, inherent rights, duties of immigration, and the administration of elected offices, signaling a broader dispute over governance.
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Ees
Hog prices lower at Oklahoma City
Live pork values fell 20 to 35 cents across the region. Local hog supply was light with 1,300 head vs 2,716 last week and 1,980 two weeks ago. The market stayed about 25 cents lower locally, with some areas about 50 cents down over two days. Top price reached $9.75 on one road, bulk $9.60 to $9.70. stockers $7.00 to $7.50. packer sows $8.00 to $8.25.
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Oklahoma
Political Announcements for District Officials and County Posts
A list of candidates and incumbents for district judge state senate insurance commissioner and numerous county offices including superintendent sheriff county attorney tax assessor weigher clerk treasurer court clerk and commissioner district two. Names include Wayne Wadlington Huffar Ebey Hardin Gray Floyd Watson Parrie Britt Sloan Duncan Walker Chaney Hearn Faber Ward Irwin Laughlin Westbrook Lasem Gilmore and others.
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Ada Weekly Democrat
Pontotoc
ADA Evening News
ADA Weekly
ADA Weekly News
Associated Press
Ada Banks Strong
Holdenville
Wayne Wadlington
D. W. Huffar
W. H. Ebey
E. W. Hardin
F. E. Gray
A. Floyd
A. T. Watson
Parrie Britt
Joe E. Sloan
Bob Duncan
W. B. Walker
A. C. Chaney
Nick Hearn
J. B. Faber
John Ward
Rit Irwin
J. I. Laughlin
J. W
Jim) Westbrook
L. E. Franklin
Charley
Simpson
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