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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1925
Page
4
The Oklahoma City school board's move to drop veteran teachers prompts discussion on age, pensions, and the career prospects of aging educators. The piece notes low salaries, lack of new qualifications, and the need for pension funds to retain experienced staff, while joking about extreme remedies for retiring teachers.
A Texas village once famed for harmony and leadership by a doctor druggist and postmaster shows how a community thrives under strong guidance. When the leader left, absence of a successor led to drift, and the town returned to ordinary life despite the doctor's past service.
Expressions in the Oklahoma press reflect broad public backing for the state university regents limiting student social activities. The piece notes social engagement is essential but excessive focus harms education, urging restraint to protect parental sacrifices and the quality of schooling.
Carl Williams in his Farmer-Stockman figures the outlook for a good price for cotton next fall is reasonably fair. With exports for the year around 8,000,000 and home consumption between 4,000,000 and 5,000,000 bales he sees a prospect for a very small carry-over, hence farmers are in line for a reasonably good price for their crop. The acreage is somewhat above that of last year and the boll weevil menace is apparently not as great as it was, but the demand for cotton has been growing and it is Williams' opinion that the world can consume an increased amount without culling the price below the profitable point.
The piece warns that neglecting debts and living beyond means ruins credibility and hinders future success. It argues slow, steady effort beats flashy risks, noting past gains do not sustain present achievement. It emphasizes continual growth and prudent spending to stay in front.
A reflection on cruel gossip and its harm traces the venomous accusations against Rachel Jackson wife of Andrew Jackson. The piece argues slander damages both body and soul and warns of judgment in the afterlife.
Ada prospers with new construction and business growth. The largest business building nears completion and the region’s biggest garage opens soon while many residences rise. College building plans start next month and a road program with hard surfaced routes is anticipated. The agricultural outlook remains encouraging and paving is planned along with other improvements.
Schools face turnover as boards seek teachers for next year amid accusations of incompetence and community pressure. The piece argues boards rarely check past records, favoring ones who project a good front, discouraging capable teachers who lack flair.
The piece discusses the South’s failure to produce enough food and feed to meet local demand. It notes that forcing planting is impractical, so only talk is happening, with uncertain results. It argues self sufficiency would raise living standards and keep money at home, transforming conditions.
The piece notes conflicts around Shade Wallon, head of the Five Civilized Tribes, as Republicans clash over his fate. It argues Pontotoc county must build hard surfaced roads to access state and federal funds, urging timely construction. Ada cites a fortunate stretch with no devastating storms in 25 years, praised as good luck.
Oklahoma City May 16 1923 Cleo Goben whose murder of Lawton taxi driver Russell Sprague has spanned three governors and two trials has had his death sentence commuted to life imprisonment The attorney general and Gobens lawyers reached a compromise after Gobens accomplice Will Tait received a life term The case involved jurisdiction issues between Comanche and Stephens counties and revolved around the victim being clubbed shot and dumped in a creek in 1921
A Chicago News item notes that a British push to boost tea consumption could anger American tea importers and distillers, signaling potential market tensions. The brief follows with a political ad slogan urging readers to buy, rent, or sell using a NEWS van.
Washington May 20 lead ing businessmen from across the country gather for a three days conference under the United States Chamber of Commerce. Chief Justice Taft will speak at the dedication of the chamber’s new $3,000,000 home. Other speakers include Secretary of Commerce Meaver, Secretary of Agriculture Jardine, and leaders from industry.
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