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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1924
Page
4
A reflective piece traces the Salvation Army from its founding through wartime service and public goodwill, noting its financial limits and widespread support. It also discusses postwar international diplomacy, disarmament efforts, League of Nations actions, and U S participation, then shifts to race and voting dynamics in Oklahoma and Ada.
The piece questions expanding the navy after scrapping much of the fleet under the disarmament treaty. It asserts shipbuilders seek contracts, argues air power will dominate future war, and predicts battleships may become obsolete due to aerial capabilities.
The piece argues that tariff policies once touted by Republicans fail to aid Northwest farmers and cannot address evolving national problems. It notes population growth and shifting industries require new solutions beyond the old issue that once dominated campaigns.
Local readers note revival efforts thriving in Pontotoc County with ministers praised for their spiritual impact. The letter appeals for ongoing prayers and financial support, stressing ministers’ role in promoting Christian living and hope for life after death.
M. Levin, returning from New York, believes the tide favors the Democratic national ticket. He says thousands who usually vote Republican will support Davis and Bryan this year and that the Democratic ticket will carry New York and New Jersey.
A brief reflection contrasts the buzzard’s high flight with the quail and mockingbird, noting that lofty posture does not prove superior merit. The comparison suggests appearances can mislead when judging character.
The supreme court ruled the amendment illegal a disappointment to education supporters. It may still be voted on in November after legislature adoption, offering another chance to equalize schooling. The piece extols action over idle critique in public matters and stresses equal education for every child.
The Davis campaign remains cautious as voters reassess the nationwide shift four years ago. The electorate earlier embraced Democrats and nearly flipped Congress from Republicans, and this race tests whether that change pleases the public better than the previous vote.
The piece asserts Oklahoma offers widespread desirable features and notes Pontotoc county received its share in distribution. It remarks that few Black people possess natural resources and advantages, suggesting more discoveries in the coming decade.
The piece reflects on Richard Birkes career and execution as a cautionary tale. It argues he gambled with death and lost, noting others attempted the same risky path for a while and that many will imitate such bids despite repeated failures.
George D. Keys, builder, says the bridge over the Canadian river will be usable by the twentieth. A large celebration is planned around October first with notable attendees. The road becomes a state highway, promising heavy traffic and strong value for Ada as an asset and investment.
President Coolidge signals alarm at La Follette's challenge to supreme court powers yet refuses to address campaign issues. He avoids comment on his running mate's or John W. Davis's positions as the country awaits clarity on pressing questions beyond the court.
The Roff Eagle urges turning the township and county fairs into annual picnic days. It notes an improved road from south of Lightning Ridge to Ada will ease travel, boosting local and city interest. It recalls Tom D McKeown's 18,000 vote margin against a Republican foe two years ago and questions fundraising pace this year.
Ada News readers are invited to join the Home and School Department column focusing on home gardens. The piece offers a planting plan for bulbs and shrubs, with a list of flowers and depths for September to November planting, plus directions for Tulips Crocus Hyacinth and Narcissus. Also included is a recipe for making catsup from tomatoes with spices and canning steps.
This piece notes how Mothers Clubs and local organizations improved school grounds over the past year. It highlights an unusually dry season that affected transplanted trees and flowers, with many plants set late losing time for roots to establish before freezes came. Replacement before hard freezes would help roots endure next summer's heat.
A county column invites Parent-Teacher groups to share their programs and meeting times. Readers are urged to send in details and announce who will be first to appear.
Norman special report states university authorities expect first semester enrollment around 3500 to 3700. Dean Roy Gittinger registrar cites 3600, President J S Buchanan projects 3500, George Wadsack assistant registrar 3600 to 3700. Early mail registration showed promise and students arrived by Sept 1 to enroll.
George D. Key, builder and principal owner, says the bridge ten miles north of Ada will open to traffic by September 20 with most of the steel in place and a few days needed to finish the floor. A large celebration is planned for early October inviting county residents and officials from Seminole and Hughes counties.
Fall fashion notes depict the chemisier adapting for autumn with a black frostkrepe dress and wide Scotch plaid ribbon. The skirt features three tiers of plaid bordered with frostkrepe, matching bands on long sleeves, and Paris-inspired sleeve trims.
Democratic nominee John W. Davis proposes a farm relief program centered on lower rail and water rates tariff reform tax cuts and government aid to cooperative marketing. He urges establishment of an export marketing commission and criticizes Dawes and the Republicans for alleged farmer disadvantages and delays in European reparation settlement.
T H Callaway, accused of fatally shooting Alfred Wells near the Mary Nilblack school, appeared for a preliminary hearing before Justice of the Peace D W Butcher and was bound over without bond to await district court action. Attorneys H H Brown and John L Hodge appeared for defense and state respectively. Steps to obtain bond via habeas corpus were announced for today. The Indian citizen Wells died after a dispute over property and a warned encounter when he went to fetch a wagon.
Classified brief promotes an old style NEwS want ad offering buying renting and selling services. It highlights local classifieds as a quick way to reach buyers sellers and renters in the community.
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