Trans Atlantic aviators expose unreliable schedules
The piece notes the difficulty of establishing a dependable schedule for trans Atlantic flights and questions its relevance to Oklahomans amid national debates on wartime alcohol policy. It also critiques state executions, editor politics, and ongoing public discourse reflected by Ada editor Luther Harrison joining the Graves club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Harrison
Ada
Richard S. Graves Club
United States Senate
Ardmoreite
Plans to bar Victor Berger from taking seat in congress
Leaders of the national House of Representatives move to prevent Victor Berger from taking his congressional seat after his federal espionage act conviction in Illinois. Berger currently earns 625 dollars monthly on the House payroll and promises a strong fight for his seat. The Tupelo News notes the debut of the Tupelo Tribune published by Missionary Baptist Publishing Co led by Rev. J. C. McGhee and encourages strong local press.
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National
House of Representatives
Victor Berger
Illinois
Congress
Berger
House
Tupelo Tribune
Missionary Baptist Publishing Co
J. C. McGhee
Great Britain France Italy and U S assign mandates after Smyrna
The four powers agree to carve up Ottoman lands with Britain over Mesopotamia and Palestine, France over Syria and Cilicia, Italy over Adalia, and the United States over Armenia. If the United States accepts Armenia, Congress must approve the mandate.
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Smyrna
Turkey
Council of Four
Great Britain
Mesopotamia
Palestine
France
Syria
Silicia
Italy
Adalia
United States
Armenia
Congress
Victor Berger Denied Seat in Congress During Reconstruction
Victor Berger has been denied his congressional seat for now. He faces possible incarceration to settle his disloyalty conviction, and his presence is deemed unnecessary in the capitol amid wartime reconstruction. Berger opposed many postwar reforms, seen as lacking value in the current political climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Berger
Congress
Vic
Sam
Capitol
Berger
Governor seeks Oklahoma route for 36th division veterans
Governor Robertson appeals to Washington authorities to route the 36th division through Oklahoma before demobilization. He cites old national guard units and hopes a demonstration will leave a lasting memory for the battle scarred veterans.
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Robertson
Washington
Oklahoma
National Guard
Public Tax Renditions to Reveal Neighbors’ Wealth
A new law requires publishing personal tax renditions after the assessor finishes rounds. The aim is to deter underreporting of personal property and increase public coffers. Neighbors will hear penalties up to the board of equalization and beyond as the list is made public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Equalization
Firing of Rice Institute Professor Condemned by Some
The text argues that discharging a sociology professor for supporting Bolshevik ideas is proper and urges deportation to Russia. It frames the professor as dangerous to U S students and as promoting disloyalty, recommending removal from the country. The piece endorses strict action against the individual for political beliefs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rice Institute of Houston
Lenine Ie
Washington
Lenine
Russia
Courts buzz as Ford Tribune libel suit looms large
The Henry Ford versus Chicago Tribune libel suit in Mount Clemens, Michigan, could become a lengthy, high profile case like the Thaw proceedings. The piece notes vast legal action by both sides, with nationwide attention expected as the trial unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
The
Chicago Tribune
Mount Clemens, Mich
German Peace Pact Debate Reflects On Sinking Ships
War era editorial condemns German actions tagging aggression inclinations and sinking passenger ships with women and children and killing Red Cross nurses, arguing claws are cut either way and urging consequences.
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Red Cross
German officer in Coblenz commits suicide after looting arrest
A German army officer arrested by American authorities at Coblenz died by his own hand. He was found in possession of linen and other plunder stolen from the French. A sense of shame at being caught outweighed any remorse for the theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coblenz
German peace delegates set to sign after face-saving moves
Late developments suggest Germany will sign the peace agreement once they have made a show of concessions to satisfy the public. They failed to divide the allies or bluff successfully and now seek a plausible explanation for their gains, whether real or not.
Soldiers List Shrinking as Troops Return Home
A News subscription list for soldiers has fallen rapidly as more troops return home. The paper notes relief at bringing the boys back and says hardships overseas will soon be memories.
Perseverance over brilliance wins the race
The passage argues that a steady plodder with bulldog perseverance often prevails over a brilliant but brief effort. It urges students to stay focused on their goals, noting hard work can substitute for brains and that consistent effort leads to success.
One Cent Letter Postage Bill Proposed in Congress
A bill for one cent letter postage has been introduced in congress. It argues the government can handle letters at this rate if current zone rates for newspapers and magazines are maintained. The public should support the zone law to lower letter postage and reduce losses from carrying mass paper mail.
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Congress
American NC-4 crosses Atlantic lone record ends era shifting travel
The NC-4 has crossed the Atlantic proving trans ocean flights possible. America leads in aviation, praising the rescue of Hawker, the Australian aviator, and noting that an American was first to achieve this feat. The milestone signals a new era in travel and near term growth of air travel.
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Atlantic
America
Hawker
Atlantic Ocean
Local Notices From Hickory Hill Dated Week of Rains
Social notes from Hickory Hill list visits across Ada Frisco Rocky Chapel and Franks. Names include Ellis Ardrey Cunningham Kincaid and Zumbro with multiple family visits and sick list updates. Church and Sunday school announce first Sunday in June with invitation.
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Hickory Hill
Mr. Ellis
Ada
Mr. Allen
Frisco
Jim Sherrell
Rocky Chapel
Griffin
Mr. Harrell
Ella Ardrey
Wych
Mamie Tom
Felix Cunningham
R. L. Zumbro
E. A. Ardrey
Rosa Ellis
Kincaid
Laura Ardrey
Glenary Ellis
Cunningham of
Franks
Woodward
Ardrey
Ethel Roach
May
Lena Bryant
Mrs. Cole
Mrs. Ellis
Albert and
Archie Kincaid
Rocco Ellis
Euna Zumbro
Happy Jack
Gailey Community Notes on Rain Damage and Social Items
Rain caused crop damage across Gailey this week while Mrs. Bessie Willoughby improves. Sunday School and a Sermon by Rev. Osola drew crowds. Many locals attended a Summers Chapel singing convention and a dinner, with prize fishing and visiting friends noted. Will Barnes bought a Ford and various neighbors visited homes, trips to Ada noted, and exams kept the school busy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Willoughby
Grandpa Willoughby
Osola
Bertha Bray
Jewel Gray
A. J. Hughes
Light
M. E. Bray
Bertha
Audra
Johnny Bray
Gadberry
Mary Griggins
Brewster Home
Summers Chapel
Randolph Deathridge
Audra Bray
Grace Gray
Newby
Ida Bray
Maudie Ward
Willie Graham
Worstell
Local Notes From Byng and Derby District
Weather has been pleasant for a week. Mrs. John Jones on sick list after fall paralyzing motion. now recovering. Mrs Ferguson's babies ill but improving. Mr. Wilson at power plant wounded. taken to Ada for treatment. Eagle couple from Madill move here. he to work at plant. Singing at Mrs Johnson’s Sunday evening enjoyed. Landon Allen injured by falling scantling. head injury not serious. Ada shopping trip for Minnie Palmer, Della Camel, Emma. Bowmans move to Ada. John and Mrs Stephens visit with Mrs Graham. DERBY.
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John Jones
Ferguson
Wilson
W. H. Butcher
Ada
Mmes
Minnie Palmer
Della Camel
Emma
Bowman
John Stephens
Graham
Derby
West Byng Social Notes Highlight Local Visits
Mr Sellers and son Thomas joined Tom Keeling and Marvin Barrett of Union Hill visiting Barney Bottoms and Sue Sellers Sunday. Homer Hudson works for D C Lane. Tom Bennett from Konawa looked after cows in the area Sunday. Barney Bottoms and Sue Sellers visited Ada Friday. W H Hudlow and J T Howard went to Ada Monday. Misses Buna and Ethel Hudlow stayed at the Stone home Sunday.
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Mr. Sellers
Thomas
Tom Keeling
Marvin Barrett
Union Hill
Barney Bottoms
Sue Sellers
Homer Hudson
D. C
NC-4 Completes Transatlantic Flight to Lisbon Harbor
Lieut. Commander Albert C. Read lands the NC-4 in Lisbon harbor at 4 02 P M New York time after an 800 mile stretch from Ponta Delgada and a 9 44 flight time The voyage across the Atlantic from Trepassey N F to Lisbon took 26 46 The NC 4 has covered 3150 nautical miles since leaving Rockaway for Halifax on May 8 The achievement surpasses the fastest steamship voyage by the Mauretania in 1909 signaling a major pace in aviation progress.
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Ponta Delgada
Azores
America
Atlantic
Albert C. Read
NC-4
Lisbon Harbor
New York
Rockaway
Halifax
Trepassey
N. F
Lisbon
Mauretania
Military road and border wire fence proposed
Washington May 28 A military road paralleling the Mexican border and a wire fence for protection against raids are recommended by Southern Department officials. Congress may consider the proposal at the next session after a conference between Representative John Garner and the general staff. Garner expressed renewed optimism about possible success.
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Washington
Mexico
Southern Department
Congress
John Garner
Mr. Garner
State Offers Free Fish for Oklahoma Ponds and Rivers
Oklahoma's state game and fish department offers free fish for ponds, tanks, and lakes on farms and ranches. Fish are hatched in two state hatcheries and distributed by train with minimal handling, aiming to stock waters for sport and grocery savings. The program emphasizes nucleus stocking, with bass, sunfish, perch, and trout planned for spring and fall deliveries.
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H. C
Oklahoma
Ben Watt
State Game and Fish Department
Oklahoma City
Spavinaw
Barren Fork
Illinois
Black Fork
Northwest
Texas
Beaver
Harper
Woodward, Woods
Alfalfa
Neosho
Langdon
Kan
Kansas
Bryan County
Oklahoma measures introduced by Congressman McKeown
Washington May 28 Congressman McKeown introduced several bills affecting Oklahoma. A road program would link Indian allotments and a drainage act amendment is proposed. Local focus bills include federal buildings for Ada Drumright Sapulpa and extra funds for Shawnee.
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Washington, D. C
McKeown
Oklahoma
Ada
Drumright
Sapulpa
Weather disrupts elder Robersons Center sermon
Elder Roberson preached at Center Sunday but bad weather forced him to return to his home in Vaness. Ada visits noted as neighbor activity includes O T Snipes on business and the Sutherlands visiting for cow feed. Center is highlighted as county Pon totoc community seat with a lectures series drawing a large crowd.
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Roberson
Center
Hame
Vaness
O. T. Snipes
Ada
Coda Sutherland
Sutherland
J. E. Sutherland
Tom Thomas
Lilburn, Austin
Earl Gatlin
J. B. Hill
Calerman
Pontotoc County
Hill
Oklahoma Baptist University calls Dr. J. C. Hardy for presidency
The Oklahoma Baptist University board unanimously invites Dr. J. C. Hardy to become president. Hardy leads Baylor Female College at Belton Texas, where he expanded enrollment from 450 to over 1000, and previously headed Mississippi A and M College, elevating it to top status among land grant schools.
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O O. B. AU
J. C. Hardy
Baylor
Mississippi A. & M. College
Card of Thanks from the Barton Family
The Barton family thanks friends for love and aid during their son and brother's illness and death. They praise doctors nurses and helpers, noting floral offerings and kind words from Bro. Miller. May God bless each giver. Mrs. W. H. Barton and Children.
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Bro. Miller
W. H. Barton
King Albert to Attend League of Nations Meet in October
Paris and Versailles dispatches report King Albert of Belgium likely to visit Washington for the League of Nations opening in October. Other items note German 12.85 billion mark claim, Danzig Marines, Smuts and Devonshire as possible ambassadors, and Wilson's shipping and navy plans.
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Paris
Albert
Belgium
Washington
League of Nations
Versailles
Baltic
Danzig
Warsaw
Duke of Devonshire
Jan Christian Smuts
London
Petrograd
Gatchina
Council of Four
Japan
Kolchak
Omsk
Moscow
Wilson
U. S
Great Britain
Navy
General Board
House Naval Committee
Daniels
Berlin
France
Germany
Sunday School Association Meeting Planned for June
Pontotoc County Sunday School Association schedules an all day session on Thursday June 12 with a noon basket dinner. The event aims to be the most helpful and far reaching in the county with community singing and talks to boost Sunday School activities. J. M. Gordon president and Mrs M L Perkins secretary.
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Pontotoc County
Farmers Report Weekly Rain Deluge and Crops
The section notes Saturday rain with farmers busy tending crops that look healthy. Aubrey Moore buys J. A. Pannell farm and the Pannell family will live in Stratford. Quince Moore drives to Ada. the Shott couple visit Stratford. A large group attends a Stratford music night at Mr Holland's for Grover Kent back from overseas. Bernice Staats returns from a Stratford and Pauls Valley visit.
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Aubrey Moore
J. A. Pannell
Pannell
Stratford
Quince Moore
Ada
Shott
Holland
Grover Kent
Bernice Staats
Stratford and
Pauls Valley
Sailing Dates of Overseas Soldiers Return From War
The war department released sail dates for the Thirty-Sixth division. Company G of the 142nd Infantry sailed on Saxonia May 19 and arrives New York May 29. The 142nd’s third battalion HQ and Companies I J L M sailed on Graf Waldersee May 20, arriving New York June 2. The remainder of the 142nd sailed on Pueblo May 19, arriving New York May 30. They will demobilize at Camp Bowie via Oklahoma. Governor Robertson plans to accompany the Oklahoma delegation to meet them in New York.
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Washington
War Department
142Nd Infantry
Saxonia
New York
Graf Waldersee
Pueblo
Camp Bowie
Oklahoma
Robertson
Pontotoc County blueprint map promotion in Ada News
Ada News reports a drop in event offering a blue print map of Pontotoc County for six bits. The item highlights a limited time offer and local interest in county geography.
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Pontotoc County
Ada News
French War Croix de Guerre Honors Stonewall Hero Huey Armstrong
Alfred H. Armstrong of Stonewall received a War Department message announcing Huey C. Armstrong of Co. B 141st Infantry was posthumously awarded the Croix de Guerre for exceptional heroism in France. Armstrong was killed months ago. the decoration confirms he died in an act of notable valor.
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Alfred H. Armstrong
Stonewall
War Department
Huey C. Armstrong
141St Infantry
Community Notes on Visits and Local Life
Health in this community remains strong as farmers finish replanting cotton. A number of social visits are noted, including Mrs B A Barker with daughter Mrs Eula Myers and Mrs Frye and Mrs Hill with Mrs Ruby Crow. Children and relatives are mentioned visiting each other and a Sunday arm injury is reported for Juanita Crow. Preaching and Sunday School are planned at Worstell and residents are invited to Walnut Grove and Rebee to read the news.
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B. A. Barker
Eula Myers
Mesdames Frye and Hill
Ruby Crow
Eunice
Edna Barker
Abe Sea
Ollie McDaniel
Belle Waldin
Juanita Crow
Albert Crow
C. B. Crow
Ben McGar
John Crow
Bunk Pinley
Jack Towery
Hill
Francis McDaniel
Waldin
Willie Lee Waldin
Mr. Milligan
Okemah
Worstell
Walnut Grove
Rebee
Sallie
Summer School Notice for Ada Public Schools
The Ada Public Schools summer term opens Monday at Ada High School. Eighth 3B pupils promoted to Eighth A may retake to move to High School at fall term. All Eighth graders in good standing may enroll in the summer program.
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Ada
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Gailey
Byng Newss
West Byng
Roduces
New Bethel
Theodore George
Tulsa
Willie Walker
Jewel
Dave Chandler
Bertha Sparkman
Minnie Hart
Clarence Chandler
Jess Daniels
Stetson
Armstrong
Sunday School Association
M. L. Perkins
Stonewall Boy
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E. J. Mallory
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