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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1936

Page

2

Vacation Lovers Dueling Hearts At Mountain Resort

Ann Hamilton arrives at a resort with Bill Ware and Jaime Laird amid flirtations and rival affections. Jaime charms Ann while Bill vies for her attention, sparking a battle between romance and commitment as the vacation unfolds toward a decisive choice.

Ann Hamilton Bill Ware Travel Bureau Racine Bill Ann Ralph Spring Ralph Jaime Laird Jaime Lefty Ponds Lake Racine

Damages Sought by OL Company in Clear Boggy Case

L T Daniel sues Magnolia Petroleum for damages claiming a three foot concrete dam on Clear Boggy above his land dammed water, caused pools and sickness, seeking $1,000 actual and $1,000 exemplary damages plus a permanent restraining order.

L. T. Daniel Fitts Magnolia Petroleum Company Daniel

Court Reject Weston Appeal Over Bar Board Jurisdiction

Oklahoma City Sept 22 P J Henry Weston former Seminole county judge lost his first state Supreme Court challenge to prohibit the state bar board of governors from hearing a complaint against him. The court denied his writ of prohibition and affirmed the bar’s authority to inquire into a lawyer’s fitness. The article also notes NYA camp job provisions and a water bill discrepancy in county claims.

Oklahoma City J. Henry Weston Seminole County State Supreme Court State Bar Board of Governors Weston

Ten NYA Girls Of County Will Go To Camps

Ten Pontotoc county girls may spend four months in National Youth Administration camps with room board and five dollars monthly. County supervisor De L Smith said applications must be filed by October 9 and selection may send girls to camps in Stillwater Ponca City or Lawton with 70 hours of work per month.

Pontotoc County National Youth Administration de L. Smith Oklahoma Stillwater Ponca City Lawton

Side Issues Drive Ada Water Bill Dispute With Pontotoc County

The Ada city board presses a $69.97 water bill claim for July 1 to August 15 1936 on Pontotoc County Court House use. County records show no payments since March 6 1935 and total past bills of $2 602 06, prompting possible legal action or injunction.

Ada Pontotoc County Court House J. H. Norman Water Department Norman Board of City Commissioners J. H. Pryor Pryor Percy Armstrong Water Office Willard Anderson

Pension Board May Alter For Shakeup In Oklahoma

Oklahoma City September 2. N Shoemake of Muskogee and Marland ally says the next legislature will not back the present old age pension setup unless policy changes. He blames the Public Welfare Commission being dominated by women and criticizes Miss Elsie Parker the state supervisor for personnel handling.

Oklahoma City F. N. Shoemake Muskogee Marland House of Representatives Oklahoma Public Welfare Commission Shoemake Elsie Parker

Senators Seek Equal Benefits for Cotton Farmers

Washington reports Senator Elmer Thomas of Oklahoma urged President Roosevelt to extend the 1935 12 cent loan program terms to 1933 cotton pool farmers. He noted the 1935 program reimbursed and waived carrying charges on about 1,400,000 bale holdings, a relief not given to 1933 pool members.

Washington Elmer Thomas Oklahoma Roosevelt Thomas Cotton Pool

Nichols Aims Newsroom Committee to Inspect State Agencies

Oklahoma Senator Al Nichols proposes a senate authorized committee of newspapermen to tour state institutions and departments. The panel would recommend a building and repair program and identify boards and schools for possible abolition. Nichols says he would introduce a bill to fund the program and seek federal matching funds, while criticizing the metropolitan press for alleged disrespect toward government.

Oklahoma City al Nichols Wewoka Nichols Senate

Nations Output of Oil Gains in Week to Sept 19

The Oil and Gas Journal reports a national crude oil production rise of 16 507 barrels daily to a total of 5 035 246 barrels. Oklahoma leads with a 25 000 barrel increase to 590 450 barrels daily, while East Texas and Texas saw declines. California and Michigan fall, Kansas rises to 165 250 barrels daily, and the Rocky Mountain region climbs to 63 850 barrels daily.

Tulsa The Oil and Gas Journal Oklahoma East Texas Texas Louisiana California Kansas Michigan Rocky Mountain Oklahoma City Texas East Texas Wes Texas North Central Texas Panhandle Gulf Coast State of North Arkansas N. Mex Rocky Mt United States

100 Families Homeless After Lawton Flood

Lawton officials report more than 100 families homeless as Squaw Creek overflowed after a 4.5 inch downpour. The stream receded by nightfall while rains continued statewide for the eighth straight day. Firemen and volunteers aided in rescues. damage estimated at 15 000 to 20 000 dollars. Farmers awaited a sowing opportunity for fall crops.

Lawton Squaw Creek

Flood danger eases as Colorado River recedes

In Texas the Colorado River fell short of the Marble Falls crest amid fears of a major flood. Officials believed the danger ended tonight as Marble Falls saw the river hold steady and a predicted stage of about 26 feet would cause only slight damage. The crest was anticipated late Wednesday.

Austin Texas Colorado Marble Falls

Seed loan checks rushed to farmers in Oklahoma

Oklahoma City report says the resettlement administration will expedite seed loan payments with 300000 dollars set aside and an additional 2569 thousand earmarked. C R B Baldwin informed Governor Marland that drought relief certified farmers remain eligible and that funds cannot be funneled through county agents despite the governor's proposal.

Oklahoma City Resettlement Administration C. RB. Baldwin Marland Baldwin Oklahoma

Weather Perfect Cleveland Legion Parade

The American Legion parade through Cleveland on September 22 featured flags, bugles, and a sunlit crowd along Euclid Avenue. National Commander Ray Murphy led the march, with units from Arizona to Idaho and even Montreal, displaying varied costumes and symbols before reaching Cleveland Stadium.

Cleveland American Legion Euclid Avenue California San Gabriel Post Ray Murphy The Legion Cleveland Stadium Farade Stadium Arizona Nebraska Mississippi Idaho Montreal Alaska Hawaii Winterhaven Manea Santa Claus Ind Elmer Commander Murphy Iowa Murphy

Black Becomes Asphalt Engineer In Oklahoma Transfer

The Oklahoma Highway Department shifts personnel with E B Bursak moving to Ada to replace W R Black who becomes asphalt engineer a new post. Black to 300 monthly from 250 prior. Roger Farle shifts from Idabel to Antlers replacing Bursak. W W Holmes ousted. Van T Moon to fill vacancy. Grisso opposes most of 35 recommended minor hires.

Oklahoma City State Highway Department E. B. Bursak Antlers Okla Ada W. R. Black Jim MecClintic W. E. Grisso Commission Grisso

Tulsa Woman Sentenced to 30 Days in Kennamer Trial Contempt

Mrs. O. L. Harman of Tulsa who was jailed for contempt of court during the Phil Kennamer murder trial on February 14, 1935, is serving a 30 day term in the Pawnee county jail after surrendering yesterday. The sentence was affirmed by the state criminal court of appeals.

Pawnee Okla O. L. Harman Tulsa Phil Kennamer State Criminal Court of Appeals

ELECTION ASSURED PHILLIPS DECLARES

Phillips, anti Marl and candidate for speaker, said he lost only one sign er from LeFlore County to Daniel. He challenged claims that Ted Fraser signed Daniel s caucus call after Mrs Fraser worked in the highway department. He denied Fraser ever signed.

Oklahoma City Leon C. Phillips House of Representatives B. J. Traw LeFlore J. T. Daniel House Phillips Daniel Ted Fraser Comanche County Fraser State Highway Department

Rev. O. B. Lee Appointed Ada Library Board Chair

Saturday announcement states Rev. O. B. Lee becomes chairman of the Ada public library board succeeding Edmon Low who resigns after a year in that role. Low stays on as a member with Mrs. E. H. Schroeder Mrs. Lucy Huff and Miss Emma K Keller. Low cites heavier duties at East Central State Teachers College due to Casper Duffer’s graduate work leaving an opening on the staff.

O. B. Lee Ada Public Library Board Edmon Low Low E. H. Schroeder Lucy Huff Emma K. Keller East Central State Teachers College Casper Duffer Oklahoma A. & M. College Rev. Lee Percy Armstrong

Library broadcast kicks off series on patron information

Mr. Low opens a KADA radio program this afternoon as the first speaker to inaugurate a regular series providing patrons with information about library services and activities.

Low KADA

A A Farmers Pay On Loans In Pontotoc County

Pontotoc county farmers with Resettlement Administration loans are repaying well despite drought. There are 150 loans. more than 50 percent of 1936 payments are expected to be made. Some have paid all 1936 installments and regained equipment and stock for a new start. Others have paid 69 to 80 percent of this year’s loan due and aim to pay more. Loans run one to five years depending on land, equipment, and farming start. Slingerland notes good progress given the new program and drought stress.

Pontotoc County Resettlement Administration Drouth D. E. Slingerland R. A Slingerland

Oklahoma lawmaker denounces highway plans as sham

Cleveland county representative P Ben Huey charged the state highway commission with a sham method for requesting road improvements. He accused the football route No 74 of being rerouted to bypass Norman, and said local funds have funded more road and bridge projects than the state department in 30 years.

Oklahoma City Ben Huey Cleveland County State Highway Commission University of Oklahoma Norman Huey State Highway Department

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Deck Morgan NEA Ghe St. Regis Lake Canada Tulsa World Tulsa Tribune Oklahoman Oklahoma City Times Oklahoma City News Muskogee Phoenix Ardmore Ardmoreite Ponca City News World NYA Pension Board Ada News Keith Funeral Chapel, Inc Ada, Oklahoma Colorado River Ucan Legionnaired Black FE. B. Bursak Paul Stewart Kennamer Corot All Oklahoma Life and America A.A Highway Commission Pontotoc J. B. Hill First National Bank Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation P. A. Norris G. J. Morton S. Grant F. C. Norris J. E. Martin Aset. Cashier B. C. King R. W. Simpson
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