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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1929
Page
4
Bob Kidd of the Poteau News laments opinionless papers and praises active editors who serve their towns. The piece reflects on readership loyalty, political critiques, advertising, and the value of a steadfast local press amid sugar tariff debates and Oklahoma runoff primary debates.
A collected column notes chronic complainers undermine collective effort as tariff debates unfold and social rivalries surface. It cites Mrs Nick Longworth vs Mrs Gann in high society, Russian church laws, Huey Long’s impeachment saga, Gov Holloway’s conservative reform, and opportunities that appear small but can prove pivotal.
The Masonic Lodge announced definite plans for a new office building at Broadway and Twelfth Street in Ada. The project aims for seven stories, likely six, with financing nearing completion as a window replica shows the temple design by Parker of Ross and Ferguson. Building permits weakened with only 3700 for three residences.
In Oklahoma City on May 17 the House, with a Republican majority and a dozen Democrats, prepared to move bills to second reading and assign them to committees. Eleven measures aligned with Gov. Holloway’s message were introduced, while the Senate, meeting briefly, set committees and adjourned to Monday. The state department of charities and corrections may seek reorganization and more machinery to operate properly.
Oklahoma Governor W J Holloway announced a supplemental message in a special legislative session plan to reorganize the state board of affairs the state school land commission and the department of charities and corrections along with salary increases for officials and employees He cited examples including chairman Dudley and noted the low pay for a secretary post prompting resignations while stressing the need for qualified appointees and improved efficiency.
Leaders expect most Holloway recommendations to pass as the governor limits bills to 29 million. A highway survey and a $100 million bond issue await action within weeks. An education program and runoff primary plan are likely approved. Romey lynching probed. body found near Lake City with coroner awaiting verdict.
Simeon Hilley a 32 year old Frisco railroad car inspector was in a local hospital in danger after a bullet wound to the chest. His wife Mary Hilley 30 was jailed charged with firing the shot. He said she threatened to shoot him this morning but he thought she was kidding until she fired at close range. Mrs Hilley had filed for divorce previously but withdrew it.
In Lake City Florida on May 17 a mob abducted N. G. Romey from the jail and lynched him two miles south of town. Earlier he wounded Police Chief John F. Baker and killed Mrs. Romey during an altercation over rubbish removal and produce. The body showed multiple bullet wounds.
Oklahoma City May 18 Ed Dabney attorney general says he will ask for a 20 cent toll for automobiles on the Lexington Purcell bridge when the AGs complaint against the bridge company goes to hearing Monday before the corporation commission. The panel has ordered production of books and records. The current toll is 50 cents.
May 20 in Oklahoma City the senate confirmed Governor W. J. Holloway to the state banking board building and loan board state game and fish commission and the state bank commission after a brief executive session. The senate adjourned until 1 30 tomorrow.
Henry Whitner, arrested here yesterday, admits he is an escaped convict from Texas Huntsville penitentiary. He owned a car found in Fort Worth and police say the vehicle was used by house prowlers here.
Louisiana senate court of impeachment adjourned without testimony amid cheering and crowding as the body dissolved the case against Gov Huey P Long. The adjournment followed a signed motion to quit by 15 senators voting to acquit regardless of evidence, citing constitutional violations.
The Louisiana senate court of impeachment adjourned sine die this afternoon. A caucus of 24 senators led to the decision after Senator Phillip H. Gilbert presented a motion signed by 15 senators, just over the required majority. The body said it would be a waste of time and money to continue the case.
A court of inquiry began Saturday in the office of County Attorney J. W. Dean. Over 20 witnesses testified but no details emerged on the probe or lineup of testimony. Dean was noncommittal about who is being investigated and said the inquiry would resume Monday and may run all week.
Austin reports former Texas Governor Joseph D. Sayers, age 89, died at his home. A Civil War veteran, he served as governor from 1899 to 1903 and later chaired the state pardons board under Gov. Dan Moody. His era saw land, education, and tax laws plus Galveston hurricane rehabilitation.
Washington May 16. A bill introduced by Rep. Charles O Connor would pension United States deputy marshals who served in Indian Territory before Oklahoma statehood and their dependents. Eligible former deputies would receive 50 dollars a month. Early territorial policing was mainly by deputies under the western district of Arkansas.
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