Editors Own Column Highlights County Agricultural Winners
Byron Norrell notes rising subscriptions as cotton harvest nears completion and local fairs showcase county prowess. He praises W. R. Woods for sorghum molasses, W. J. Anderson for Porto Rico potatoes, and J. B. Hill for top honey honors, with strong honey club results statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
W. R. Woods
Pontotec County
Nancy Halls
Oklahoma City
W. J. Anderson
J. B. Hill
Honey Club
Frisco Gin Manager Sees Season Near End
J W Denton, the manager, said production is nearly finished for the season at Frisco gin. He reports a good fall run and is satisfied with results, predicting total output will be just under 1000 bales.
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J. W. Denton
Outdoor attractions draw nature lovers to woods now
Nature lovers enjoy the woods this season with colorful leaves and abundant fall fruits. Horns of pecans hickory nuts persimmons and possum grapes attract visitors while possum hunters pursue fat easy targets amid dense thickets.
On the Pad Again
The writer walks from Frisco to Union Valley amid road work by Commissioner Pace. He notes walking is not pleasant now but hopes rain will finish the job, praising Pace for advocating good roads based on two years of district work.
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Frisco
Union Valley
Commissioner Pace
Pace
Jefferson
Independent
Riddle Potato House Featured. School Boom Near Union Valley
The writer visits Union Valley where W R Riddle houses store up to 10 000 bushels though this year may underfill. Union Valley School under Prof Dean boasts strong heat and plans a Halloween carnival. Ray Allen and the Allen family win trips to the state fair, while potato crops around Union Valley show a sharp drop and many local potato houses are noted. The circus drew thousands amid hard times but then relief and high spirits.
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W. R. Riddle
Union Valley School
Dean
Ray Allen
Ray
Allen
Chicago
Bishop
John Sparks
Aeveage Wa
Sparks
Union Valley
F. F. Faber
Circus memory from Pontotoc County years ago
The narrator recalls attending a circus at age 16, about 353 years prior, describing his first exposure to elephants camels and exotic animals beyond Western Texas. He walked many miles to the show and back, earning money from cotton picking. He reflects on the big event and Pontotoc county.
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Texas
Kerosene Emulsion for Insects and Pests
L H Cobb advises a kerosene emulsion as a cheap versatile insecticide for gardens orchards and henhouses. Mix five gallon jar of emulsion by dissolving laundry soap in boiling water then slowly add kerosene while churning. Use with a sprayer and dilute four to fifteen times to suit plants or poultry housing.
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L. H. Cobb
Cotton exhibit wins four blue ribbons at major fairs
J. B. Hill spoke of Clifton Sargent of Route 2 Hickory in the county showing a 26 boll improved Mebane cotton. The display won blue ribbons at township county and two state fairs, with Sargent being one of Mr. Hill's club boys.
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J. B. Hill
Clifton Sargent
Hickory
Clifton
Mr. Hill
Weevil Threat Prompts Clean-Up Drive for Farmers
Agent Hill warns boll weevils are increasing and urges farmers to burn trash cut stalks and slow operations this fall and winter. He expects large cotton acreage next year if weevils are not controlled, noting fair current prices and fearing a bad season if they spread.
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Agent Hill
Farmer J Simpson Sells 14 Bushels Tomatoes and Plans Irrigation Ad
J Simpson of the Hird community advertised green tomatoes for sale in the Eversing News. He later reported selling 14 bushels and outlined a plan to irrigate a road sized truck patch next year to keep produce before the people through advertising.
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V. J. Simpson
Hird
Eversing
How to Make Smoking Soap at Home
Mrs. Elva R. Duvall demonstrates a lye soap recipe using lye, borax, ammonia, and citronella. The process yields six pounds of hard soap after cooling and curing. note the citronella is for fragrance and can be omitted. Also reports pecan crop expectations rising with frost signals improved prospects.
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Elva R. Duvall
Pontoise County
Remedy for Borers Stillwater Okla
Six million dollars in annual losses are caused by the peach tree borer, a costly pest for orchard owners. Oklahoma A and M entomologist G A Bieberdorf advises winter treatment when the larva is at the tree base. Use paradichlorobenzene 0.25 to 1 ounce per tree, with age dictating amounts. apply in October or early November to trees four years or older, younger trees risk injury.
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Stillwater
Okla
G. A. Bieberdorf
Oklahoma A. and
M. College
Bieberdorf
Uncertain Oklahoma election splits Walton and rivals
In Oklahoma City observers see a wide split in opinions on Jack Walton's fate and the broader ticket. Some Republicans predict a landslide, others a Democratic triumph. Former supporters and opponents argue Walton’s religious remarks and church issue may shift votes, while Latimer and Beckham counties show conflicting leanings.
Proper Tree Treatment Instructions For Chemical Application
The guide instructs applying a dry chemical around a tree by clearing soil flat to one foot and placing a two inch distant narrow band. Crystals must not drop closer than one inch to the base. Cover with earth to form a cone. Younger trees require uncovering after four to five weeks. older trees may withstand treatment without uncovering. Consider a Want Ad for results.
Y W C A Meeting At College Organizes Committees
The Y W C A met in room 315 at 4 o clock for the second meeting of the year to organize all girls in the association. Officers elected include Publicity Annie Mae Moore adviser Mrs Mackin Singing Mrs W V Looney and reporters Evan McCoy.
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Mackin
Chloe Williams
Y. W
Annie Mae Moore
Alice Gowing
Pauline Aldrich
Miss Kellney
Bonnie Duggan
Misses Hornbeck
Carhey
W. V. Looney
Clyde Bradley
Evan McCoy
Walton Predicts State Will Put Him In Senate
Oklahoma City report states J. C. Walton the Democratic senatorial nominee predicts a victory over Republican W. B. Pine by more than 100000. Walton tours Okmulgee Tulsa Oklahoma City Enid and El Reno then plans final speeches around Oklahoma City and Capitol Hill. He claims the Klan is in its death throes while his campaign gains momentum.
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Callahan
Anglin
Walton
J. W. Callahan
Hell Raisin
Latimer County
Anglia
Pine
Ira M. Finley
State Federation of Labor
Beckham County
Finley
LaFollette
Wheeler
W. B. Pine
Republican
Oklahoma City
J. C. Walton
Okmulgee
Tulsa
Enid
el Reno
Capitol Hill
E N Jones Seeks County Attorney Office
E N Jones announces candidacy for county attorney ahead of the November 4 election. He notes eight years in Pontotoc county, eleven years practicing law in Ada, age 34, no prior office, and no Ku Klux Klan membership. He contrasts with incumbent Dean who has held office since statehood, warning of 17 years if re-elected at the end of a four year term.
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Pontotoc County
Ada
Dean
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Tulsa Tribune
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First National Bank of
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Haynes Ards GU
Mar
Gwin & Mays
Rexall Drug Store
Main and
Broadway
John W. Beard
Mr. Beard
Edith Sellers
N. 21St St
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Cardus
Cardui
E. N. Jones
Farmer-Labor
LafFollette Party
Republican Party
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Ada Cotton Oi
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