Pontotoc County Commissioners Proceedings May 1919 Ada OK
City of Ada granted right of way over county highways for a telephone line. Board reviewed claims, audits and disallowed charges. Adopted herd law revocation in Fitzhugh Township and approved multiple monthly reports. Propositions from bond firms for township road bonds discussed and accepted. Minutes show adjournment May 8 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Chastain
Gay and Sharrock
Lee Daggs
Bob Duncan
H. R. Whitson
M. Garner
A. R. Sugg
Marie Delaney
Allen
Lara M. Crowder
Ross
Joseph Anderson
B. C. Harbert
State of Oklahoma
Pontotoc County
Board of County Commissioners
Said
Fitzhugh Township
I. R. Gilmore
Pontatoc
Ada
City of
County
Byrd’s Mill Spring
Pontotog County
Pontotoc
W. H. Brumley
W. H. Brents
Francis Township
Francis-Ada
River
Allen-Francis
North Road
Crook's
North
Self’s
Frisco Railway
Byng
Tyrola-Ada
Byng-Ada
Francis and Denny
Oakman
J. R. Chandler
W. R. Threlkeld
J. P. Bailey
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Maxwel Township
New York
State of
Chickasaw Township
Maxwell Township
Hancett Bond CO
A. C. Hanson
GEO. W
J. E. Piersol
Geo. W. Piersol
Hawcett Bond Co
Geo. W. & J. E. Piersol
Son Louis Drummond in France Pens War Letter to Father
Louis Drummond writes from Fort McPherson after hospital care in France following the Saint Mihiel battle. He describes heavy combat, witnessing many casualties, the Red Cross support, and recovery as he awaits improvement in his hip. He recalls his company’s skirmishes and the perilous days of trench fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Drummond
P. T. Drummond
Saint Mihiel
France
Fort McPherson
Red Cross
Jerrie
Louis
Home Ownership Bill Becomes Law In 1919
Governor Robertson signs House Bill No. 249 creating the Home Loan Fund to aid tenant farmers. The plan allows a first mortgage up to 50 percent of appraised farm value for up to 160 acres, with terms of 20 years and 4 percent plus 5 percent semiannual interest, plus a second mortgage up to 50 percent of value. Eligibility limits cap loans at 2000 dollars and prohibit ownership above 40 acres before aid. Funds total about 500000 dollars from appropriation and refunds, with rules to start by July 1.
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McNabb and Dobson
House
Mayfield
Senate
Robertson
Land Office
Commissioners of the Land Office
the Land Office
Land Commissioners
New College Fund
Ada Evening News Admires Rapid Armistice Coverage
A letter praises the Ada Evening News for its prompt 4:00 am print of armistice news and continuous updates from overseas. The writer lauds the paper for speed, dedication, and public service, hoping for the paper’s continued prosperity and public favor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Evening News
Republican Issues Have Faded From The War To Peace
The piece argues that Republican talking points on the war, peace, and the League of Nations have collapsed as partisan cries. Only the tariff remains, and it is aging and weak, likely to disappear soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of Nations
State road bonds defeated, alternatives yet undeveloped
Politicians who blocked the bonds for good roads have not proposed any replacement plan. Destructionists rarely offer viable substitutes for what they oppose, leaving road improvements uncertain.
No clear event headline in troubled life reflection
A philosophical meditation on fear and suffering. The speaker argues most troubles spares life like distant bullets, yet the constant terror of what might happen robs joy and worsens distress.
No Title Provided
A commentary notes that personal grievances drive men to seek vengeance and worsen global tensions as conflicts arise from unresolved disputes. It argues vengeance often arises from scripture misapplication and social anger rather than divine intent.
Ada Poised for Growth as Strong Effort Awaits
Ada is described as the best advertised little city in the state with natural advantages and a population of top residents. The piece urges a long, strong collective pull to push Ada over the top.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
Allo
Villa's Reappearance Sparks Old Mexican War Talk
The article recalls Villa causing trouble again and critiques Carranza for tolerating him. It argues that if Carranza had given Pershing control three years earlier Villa might have been killed, but Villa escaped, allegedly with Carranza's connivance, viewed as a warning to other bandits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Villa
Carranza
Pershing
German Government Orders Week of Mourning After Peace Terms
A week of mourning has been ordered by the German government as a token of the nation's feelings toward the peace treaty. The allies view the gesture as insincere and aimed at avoiding responsibility for past crimes.
Ada Area Banks Support Victory Loan Push
Pontotoc county ranked second in Oklahoma to go over the top in the Victory Loan driven by Ada Fitzhugh Roff Stonewall Allen and Francis banks underwriting the county quota. Led by R. W. Simpson residents subscribed generously overcoming early doubts and proving local pride in financial and wartime effort.
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Oklahoma
Pontotoc County
Ada
Fitzhugh
Roff
Stonewall
Allen and Francis
R. W. Simpson
Compliments to the News from H L Chancellor in Amarillo
A remittance accompanies a bouquet as H L Chancellor now in Amarillo Texas praises the Ada Evening News. He recalls moving from Ada but cherishes the paper, calling it the best and most patriotic in the United States and highlighting the November 11 1918 extra issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. L. Chancellor
Amarillo
Texas
Ada
Editor Wishes Marvin Brown Welcome to Ada Journalism Field
The Star-Democrat expresses gratitude for past favors from Norrell Grigsby and Little as Marvin Brown joins Ada journalism. It notes Pontotoc county residents know Brown well, welcomes his return to Ada, and hopes for continued cordial relations and harmony between the Star-Democrat and the Evening News under Harrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star-Democrat
Marvin Brown
Ada
Evening News
Messrs
Norrell
Grigsby
Little
Pontotoc County
Star- Democrat
Harrison
Brown
Ada News Changes Hands As Brown Takes Control
Marvin Brown founder of the Stonewall News acquires Byron Norrell Miles Grigsby and W D Little stakes in the Ada News giving him controlling interest in Pontotoc county's leading paper. Brown leaves The Menace at Aurora Missouri to return to his first love and aims to publish a strong daily and weekly paper for Ada and Pontotoc county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin Brown
Stonewall News
Ada News
Byron Norrell
Miles Grigsby
W. D. Little
News Publishing
Ada
The
News
Pontotoc County
Delegates Admit Belgium Was Badly Treated
They concede Germany erred in Belgium and vow to make amends. The peace conference delegates acknowledge German involvement in starting the war and shift some blame to Russia, acknowledging they must concede more before the issue is settled.
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Belgium
Germany
Russia
Editor's Burden in Choosing What Readers Should Read
A conscientious editor weighs what to publish balancing reader interest and public good. He must provide useful information while avoiding scandal and gossip that could corrupt youth, making tough calls on how much to print.
Road bond defeat a rebuke to governor in Oklahoma
A Cushing paper argues the Oklahoma road bond defeat should teach Gov. Robertson a lesson, defending the governor’s honesty and predicting he would have administered the trust well. State Sen. J Elmer Thomas says the defeat is not a rebuke to the governor, though it embarrasses progressive supporters who promoted the bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cushing
Gov. Robertson
J. Elmer Thomas
Lawton
Ada News editor Byron Norrell retires effective June 10
The Ada News announces the retirement of editor Byron Norrell, a prominent Oklahoma journalist and former Oklahoma Press Association president. Norrell may remain in Pontotoc County, with his plans not yet announced, per Stonewall News. Also notes petitions in Oklahoma City seeking to block nationwide dry act, requiring 12000 signatures for a referendum.
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Good Roads Association
Oklahoma City
Ada
State of
Oklahoma
Tradesman State Bank
Byron Norrell
Ada News
Norrell
Oklahoma Press Association
Liquor Interests and Congress Clash Over Prohibition Era Woes
The article critiques liquor interests resisting law, recalling their prior arrogance and political influence. It notes Republicans blocked early special sessions and big spending, pledging to confront the nation with their record next year as responsibility shifts to them.
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Congress
Senate
Ex-preacher Hicks gets sentence cut by Wilson
William Madison Hicks, once a preacher and active socialist agitator, has fifteen years of his sentence reduced by order of President Wilson. The country may be troubled by him again but hope he learns his lesson and confines future activity to religious debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Hicks
United States
Wilson
Soldier shoots man for refusal to rise to flag
A Chicago soldier shot a fellow in the incident sparked by a man who refused to rise when the Star Spangled Banner played. The young defender, angered by the act, faced legal scrutiny though the article suggests he may not fare badly in court.
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Chicago
Marvin Brown Takes Controlling Interest in Ada News
Ada scrip announces Marvin Brown has acquired a controlling stake in the Ada News and plans to make it a premier small daily in the state. Brown, formerly with the News a decade ago, returns home and extends friendship to Ada readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin Brown
Ada News
Brown
The
News
Ada
Miami Daily News
The Value of Reputation in Business and Credit
The world relies on confidence between seller and borrower. A good reputation underpins payments and loan repayments, keeping industry moving and money circulating. It is a priceless asset and a faithful ally in times of need.
Thieves at Work in Ada Target Local Bank
Mrs. L. J. Fleming and her husband employed at the First National bank were robbed Tuesday afternoon in Ada. A small personal bank held about 25 dollars and the couple’s apartment was on East Fourteenth street. The couple left for work and returned to find the bank and money missing.
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Ada
L. J. Fleming
First National Bank
Horses and men outperform weight in pulling tests
Historical tests measured pulling power of animals and people. Two horses at 1,600 pounds each pulled 3,750 pounds, 550 pounds over combined weight. One elephant at 12,000 pounds pulled 8,750 pounds, 3,250 pounds under its weight. Fifty men at 7,500 pounds pulled 8,750 pounds, matching the elephant. One hundred men pulled 12,000 pounds.
Millions for Missions Campaign Planned by Methodists
The Methodist people nationwide will raise one cent and ten million dollars for missions. Southern Methodists will contribute thirty five million. The city will raise fifteen thousand dollars as part of a ten team, one hundred member drive. Each member and friend will make an individual subscription starting next Sunday after a Missionary Mass Meeting at the Methodist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist People of America
Ted
Southern Methodists
Methodist
Methodist Church
Chinese delegation delays signing peace treaty over Kiao Chau issue
The Chinese delegation in Paris has received cabled instructions from Peking not to sign the peace treaty due to the Kiao Chau Shantung terms. Similar guidance comes from northern and southern government representatives in Shanghai.
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Paris
Peking
Kiao Chau-Shantung
Shanghai
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Ada Weekly
News Publishing and Printing Company
News Building
North Broadway
Otis B. Weaver
Miles C. Grigsby
Wm. D. Little
ADA Weekly News
Stonewall Township
Allen Township
A. S. J. Shaw
School Land Commission
Thanks
Bro. Harrison
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