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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
4
An opinion from Shawnee News questions court logic noting that whiskey smell being admitted as evidence could imply similar bias against race. The piece argues some judgments defy common sense and create loopholes criminals exploit as the law constrains action.
A magazine issue publishes prize letters from couples describing faults they wish their mates would stop. Wives complain of household neglect and nagging while husbands tease and blame. The editorial notes many letters end with a pledge to stay together, saying patience with faults sustains marriage.
The article notes that U S schools improved in many areas but literary societies lag. Rivalries once fueled school spirit with exciting contests and crowd draws. These societies trained ambitious speakers who later achieved prominence, though other activities have since drawn away attention.
The article recounts Grand Duke Boris of Russia being lionized in New York despite changed fortunes. He criticizes the U S social elite as snobbish and notes the 400 bow and scrape for titles. Also featured is Siloam Springs college aiding poor youth through study and work with heavy fundraising and rent income. About 300 students gain access while space runs short.
The piece challenges political speakers who profess sympathy for farmers and workers, asking what real measures have improved their conditions since prior elections. It argues that mere sympathy is insufficient without tangible results that increase bread on the table.
A reflection by Byron Norrell on turning fifty, noting youth behind, maturity ahead, and a life shaped by education, technology, and social progress. The essay contrasts youthful dreams with midlife realism, praising resilience, harmony, and continued contribution despite aging.
The excerpt notes that many successful men started at the bottom as newsboys or office boys yet thousands in similar posts remain at the same level. It argues they focus on the moment and overlook future advancement.
Tulsa postmaster Omer K Benedict is pressured to enter the Republican governor race next year. Senator Harry Cordell aims for the state agriculture board presidency, with several others expected to enter. The piece notes bankers jailed for inside crimes while commenting on political ambitions and a wary public.
Authorities raid the Cayuga former wagon factory now dubbed a moonshine operation. Federal agents seize distilling gear valued around fifty thousand dollars and blueprints while revealing a grist mill and store used as fronts. The site at the crossroads tied to Matthias Split Log is to be dismantled and returned to an abandoned building.
The text cites undue suspicion as a reason, implying that for similar grounds the distillery's output could be moved quickly. It suggests urgency in distributing the product to alleviate concerns about delays.
Miss Inez Cole aged 19 was killed yesterday afternoon in a car wreck at Bromide. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Cole of Bromide. Funeral plans were not yet announced as relatives traveled from Denison to Bromide.
A historical note explains US currency is produced from old rags and a blend of 75 percent linen and 25 percent cotton, detailing the textile source of the nation’s banknotes.
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