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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1925

Page

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Aviators Rescued After Nine Days Drifting at Sea

The PN-2 No. 1 giant seaplane, forced down near Hawaii, drifted 450 miles for nine days before being found off Nawiliwili Kauai. Commander Rodgers and crew were ferried ashore by submarine R-4, after surviving on rainwater and scant provisions.

Nawiliwili Kauai Hawaiian Islands John Rodgers San Francisco Honolulu Com. Rodgers Col. Rodgers Here Pearl Harbor Stanley Aroostok

Rodgers Named Assistant Chief of Navy Aeronautics

Com. John Rodgers, rescued after nine days afloat in the PN-9 No 1, is appointed assistant chief of the navy's bureau of aeronautics. He will report to Washington soon to assume the post, after Secretary Wilbur made the decision upon news of the rescue.

Washington John Rodgers Pacific PN-9 Navy Bureau of Aeronautics Wilbur

Rescue of PN-9 crew Ends Nation’s Flight Glass

Col. William Mitchell praised the finding of seaplane PN-9 No. 1 and its crew as a humanitarian and practical blessing, noting how rare capable fliers are and the loss of any one is a calamity. Comdr John Rodgers and his team were located in the latest search news from San Antonio dated Sept 11.

San Antonio Com John Rodgers William Mitchell

Henryetta Youth Killed in Tulsa Auto Collision

Jess Cox 19 of Henryetta was killed early today when his light roadster collided with a Tulsa driver Carl Smith. Cox had just left the home of his fiancée Miss Vera Norman and was en route home. Three other occupants were injured. Cox’s parents mourn at Phoenix Braman. Bechtel drilling records noted in the same column.

Tulsa Jess Cox Henryetta Carl Smith Cox Vera Norman Albert Cox Phoenix

Tilgham Slayer Charged With Peace Disturbance

OKEMAH Sept. 15 A warrant charging riot was issued for Wyley Lynn a former prohibition officer who killed William Tilghman last November at Cromwell County Attorney Catlett refused details but said Lynn allegedly caused a disturbance at a Slick City hotel with a woman not involved in the trouble Officers seek Lynn in Wetumka

Okemah Wyley Lynn Prohibition William Tilghman Cromwell Catlett Lynn Slick City Wetumka

Oklahoma Rain Douses Plains After Weeklong Heat

Oklahoma recorded 1.68 inches of rain in 24 hours ending at 7 am as cold fronts eased drought. Okemah saw 3.20 inches while John Whitehurst praised the soaking value for cotton and crops. Roads remained muddy and more rain potential lingered across the state.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma John Whitehurst State Board of Agriculture United States Weather Bureau Okemah

Rain Ends Drought With 1.50 Inches in Pontotoc County

Rainfall totaling 1.50 inches fell yesterday afternoon and last night in Pontotoc county, ending weeks of drought. Weather official E A MacMillan notes general rainfall and cooler temps after a heat spell with a 102 degree record earlier in the week, down to 62 degrees at night, dust settled citywide.

Pontotoc County E. A. MacMillan

Oklahoma Board Rejects Renewal of Farmers Union Twine Deal

Carl Rice announces that the state board will not renew its contract with the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Association of Oklahoma for selling prison made binder twine. He cites unmet financial goals and failure of officers to honor agreements, noting more than 30000 dollars in commissions or brokerage for association officers.

Oklahoma City State Board of Affairs Farmers’ Educational and Co-operative Association of Oklahoma Association of Prison Made Carl Rice Rice

Northwestern State educator M. E. Wood dies suddenly

Alva Sept 14 M E Wood head of the extension department and professor of rural education at Northwestern State Teachers College died suddenly last night Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon

Alva M. E. Wood Northwestern State ‘Teachers College

Collins Witnesses Before Parole Sale Scandal Claims Arise

Tom Collins testified at a state supreme court hearing that he offered $2,500 to secure release from prison. He alleged secretary to the governor Parker LaMoore and Dr. J. G. Duncan conspired to free him via clemency then pardon. He said an associate advised a parole first and a bureau role to justify later pardon.

Oklahoma City Tom Collins State Penitentiary al Nichols Collins Trapp LaMoore Billy Wagner Wagner Bureau of Investigation

Ada Favored for State Game Reserve and Hatchery

Ada is seen as a likely site for a state game reserve and fish hatchery. Izaak Walton League officials report F. J. Hill will visit Ada after the state fair to inspect lands for the reserve and select Byrds Mill for the hatchery due to ample water. Local members push state leaders to designate both here.

Ada Izaak Walton F. J. Hill Isaac Walton Izaak Walton League

Texas Editor Harry T. Warner Dies at 55

Harry T. Warner, 55, veteran Texas editor and former managing editor of the Houston Post, died after a long illness at a Houston hospital. He served as editor of the Paris News for many years.

Texas Houston Harry T. Warner Warner Paris News Paris Old Houston Post

Tex Rampage Ends With Capture

A 3¾ ton elephant named Tex, terrorizing areas near Tupelo,Ark., was lured with apples into a steel noose and captured after a long spree damaging property. About 200 men hoisted, shackled, and tied Tex to a tree, ending the immediate danger as crowds breathed a sigh of relief.

Tupelo Ark Tex

Two Women Injured In Auto Collision On Main Street

Mrs. W. N. Mays and her sister Mrs. E. K. Higgins of McKenzie Tenn suffered injuries when a car allegedly driven by Earl Harrison of Stonewall struck them as they crossed Main Street in front of Shaw's Department Store. Both women were treated at home with medical attention. no broken bones reported.

W. N. Mays E. K. Higgins McKenzie Tenn Earl Harrison Stonewall Main Street Shaw’s Mays Higgins Shaw's Harrison Main Rennie

Rainfall and flood updates from Pontotoc County Oklahoma

Rainfall for September slightly exceeds inches as measured by E A MacMillan local observer. Last Thursday night brought 1.50 inches and Sunday night 6.45 inches over 11 to 12 hours causing limited wash. Ada led the state in precipitation while Springbrook bottom roads flooded and Little Sandy crossing to Byng was badly damaged delaying traffic.昌

E. A. MacMillan MacMillan Weather Bureau Oklahoma City Ada Springbrook Little Sandy Byng New Bethe

Mail Route Tour Planned by Manville in Mannville

Postmaster M. F. Manville will inspect city mail routes next week with aim to extend routes if needed. He will visit all parts and promise free delivery where feasible. Extensions may occur but additional carriers are unlikely at present.

Mannville M. F. Manville Manville

Livestock Market Report Steady Prices Across Classes

Cattle 1600 head steady to strong with grass steers 5.75 to 6.75, bulk cows 4.00 to 4.50, grass fed 5.00 to 6.00, canners and cutters 2.50 to 3.25, calves uneven with tops to 10, packers 9.00, stockers grass top 6.00. Hogs 1200 head steady with top 12.00 and bulk 12.45 to 12.86.

Oklahoma City

Gilstrap opens fraud claim in guardianship probe

Major Harry Gilstrap of the U S veterans bureau releases a 60 day investigation showing 1160 guardians of 1500 wards received government funds without proper accounting as required by Oklahoma law. He cites criminal misapplication from 850 to 12000 dollars and says actions will be filed against offenders.

Oklahoma City Harry 8. Gilstrap U. S. Veterans Bureau Oklahoma Gilstrap Veterans Bureau Bureau

High Water Sweeps Bridges In West Portion of State

Torrential rainfall raises Red river ten feet washing out twelve spans on the Devoul bridge and eighteen spans on the Randlett bridge eight miles east. The Burkburnett crossing near Brandlett is a key route to Wichita Falls. Devon loses electric lights as the high line to Wichita Falls is washed out. Damages estimated at $10 000. Katy railroad bridge near Devol deemed unsafe. Water covers lowlands along the Red River valley.

Devoul Red River Randlett Grandfield Brandlett Burkburnett Wichita Falls Texas Devon Katy Devol Texas and Oklahoma Madill

Cotton Picking Slowed by Rain With Rising Prices

Heavy rains on Thursday and Sunday slowed cotton picking in Ada but some receipts are returning. The season totals about 600 bales with prices climbing to near 26 cents for top grades. Analysts expect rain may aid the crop if frost stays away, though some farmers report losses from the rain.

Ada

States enact certification laws to curb car title fraud

Twenty two states have enacted certification laws for automobile titles to prevent wrongful disposal of motor cars and ensure proper ownership records.

Drouth Continues To Hold Sway In Southern States

Atlanta reports the long drought persists across the region with only brief thunder showers offering limited relief. Scattered rains touched the Atlantic coast as Northern Georgia officials convene to plan large scale road building to provide work for needy farmers in the growth area.

States Atlanta Atlantic Seaboard Georgia Grouth

Malester Seeks Military Help in McAlester Hartshorne District

A telegram signed by 60 McAlester businessmen urged sending troops to the McAlester Hartshorne mining region. Sam Morley headed the list and the note warned of possible riots and disorders. Governor Trapp, touring prison road camps, planned action after returning. The Henryetta area saw rising miner unrest with Ed Jordan vowing peaceful tactics unless proven ineffective.

Oklahoma City McAlester McAlester-Hartshorne Governor Trapp Sam Morley State Fish and Game Commission Henryetta Col. E. L Oklahoma National Guard Hean Whitehead Mine Ed Jordan Head Jordan

Byng Embankment Crossing Washed Out After Rain

Heavy rains washed out the Byng crossing at Little Sandy near Byng. County Commissioner H. C. Stephens says a permanent fix requires a suspension bridge. motorists must detour via North Mississippi avenue and Colbert schoolhouse to reach the Canadian River bridge.

Little Sandy Byng H. C. Stephens Mr. Stephens Mississippi Avenue Colbert Canadian River Bridge

Aylesworth Business District Destroyed By Fire

The entire business section of Aylesworth Oklahoma twelve miles east of Durant was destroyed by fire early today. Loss estimated at $100,000 with three brick and two frame buildings burned. Structures included a general store, grocery, barber shop, post office and a garage. Town lacks a fire department. a heavy rain aided efforts to control the blaze.

Durant Okla Aylesworth Here

Car Nearly Misses Auto In Which Dawes Rode

Los Angeles report says a car in heavy traffic barely missed the vehicle carrying Vice President Dawes. A motorcycle escort was injured while Mrs. Dawes leaped from her car to aid the fallen officer.

Dawes Los Angeles Aldies

Walker Wins Democratic Mayoral Nomination In New York

State Senator James Walker backed by Tammany Hall and Governor Smith defeats Mayor John T. Hylan, supported by Hearst, for the Democratic mayoralty nomination. Waterman wins Republican nomination with Lyons and Bennett. Hylan may run independent.

New York James Walker Tammany Hall Smith John T. Hylan William Randolph Hearst Tammany Hylan Frank D. Waterman Fountain John J. Lyons W. M. Bennett Walker New York Evening Journal Hearst Jimmy” Walker Supper House Greenwich Village Senate Manhattan Tinpan Alley Irving Berlin WaterMan

LaFollette Jr Wins Wisconsin Senate GOP Nomination

In Wisconsin, Robt M LaFollette Jr led the senatorial primary with strong across the state results. With 369 of 2691 precincts reporting, he held 163,564 votes to 72,996 for Wilcox and 37,227 for Woodward, securing the Republican nomination by a 29,495 margin.

Milwaukee Robt. M. LaFollette Jr United States Senate LaFollette Wilcox Woodward McGovern Bruce Rogers Work Wisconsin Young Bob Roy Wilcox Eau Claire Coolidge

Opening Date Set for World Series as Signaled

Philadelphia report states the world series will begin Wednesday October 7 in the National League penant winning city. Commissioner Landis and representatives from Washington Pittsburgh and New York agreed to a schedule with two games in the NL city three in the AL city and two more in the NL city if seven games are needed.

Philadelphia Landig Washington Pittsburgh New York

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Braman White Eagle Campbell Bechtel Wenl Tilgham Otate Duncan McDonald Claude E. Ruby Ruby Marcel Smith Pontotog GO Tishomingo Empress Theatre Malester Byng Embankment Tammany Power la Follette Son
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