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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1935
Page
1
The Ethiopian emperor asks the League of Nations to dispatch impartial observers to his country to investigate accusations and possible future actions. Meanwhile figures linked to him, including Tully, face clemency debates and political turmoil as other leaders in Europe and America reflect on governance and power.
Pontotoc County voters approve both pension and exemption plans in a local ballot. The item passes amid broader civic reforms. No further details given.
Pontotoc County backed a homestead tax exemption and a pension initiative while voting against a major state office bill. The Ada site favored for fairgrounds drew strong local support, with Pontotoc residents showing broad backing for free fair funding and a minority voting against several stateRefer proposals amid overall statewide sweep in Tuesday’s special election.
Washington Sept 25 Some AAA officials stated today that hog production may rise while corn output is curtailed as part of the 1936 adjustment program. Farmers gathered to discuss proposed changes, with hearings planned before any final action. The meeting addressed balancing corn and hog supplies amid a national shortage and included views from agriculture officials and farmers.
Eva Strickland and others sue the City of Ada in district court seeking 25000 for death of Jack Strickland in a May automobile accident. The claim, filed with the city clerk months ago by T Strickland, remained unacted upon. The youth, from Duncan, Oklahoma, died when found beneath a vehicle near West Seventh Street and North Stockton Avenue. Clarence Yoakum, 23, Ada, is said to have been in the car and escaped with minor injuries.
A collision seven miles southeast of Ada on State Highway 13 at about 8 PM killed one mule, smashed a wagon with a neighbor light, and badly damaged an automobile. The wagon belonged to T K Holland of Centrabema. the car was driven by G W Esleck of Shawnes. Both drivers escaped serious injury as lights from an approaching vehicle blinded them.
Oklahoma City Sept. Workers threaten strike by employees of the Indian Territory Mindarinang Oil Company in Wynonw Chey and Seminole held a vote to demand a 14.7 percent raise. William Allen said union committees are empowered to call the walkout unless wage demands are met. The strike date was moved after a Monday night vote to extend negotiations.
Robert Shannon of the National Unemployment Service announced that seventy men will be employed on WPA sanitation projects in five divisions across Ponotoc county. Ada already has 24 workers, with more crews to begin October 7 at several town sites. About 350 relief clients have not yet applied for work identification cards at the NHS office.
Unofficial returns from Oklahoma precincts show defeat for the legislative women’s office bid and for the old age pension and homestead exemption measures. Gov. Marland hints at future reorganizations and possible additional elections as supporters claim federal pension timelines may start by December.
Old regular political leaders in New Orleans, smashed by Senator Huey P Long, plan a five point program of demands aimed at state administration. They seek state civil service control, withdrawal of state funds, restoration of city police and fire department powers, and a share of influence in the legislature. The move follows years of struggle and pressure from Long’s faction.
Pontotoc county received a soaking shower Tuesday night into Wednesday ending a stretch of rainless days. The storm aided turnout by Ada where many usually reach polls by evening, with 0.89 inches reported by Wednesday morning as rain continued in a steady downpour.
Atmore Alabama September 25 a state prison guard was critically wounded when three white convicts escaped during an afternoon breakout after overpowering a guard and forcing 13 other inmates to flee. Track dogs pursued Ralph McCluskey Albert Elder and Raymond Jefferies as Warren Oscar Does led the search several miles from the farm.
Officials report an expected reorganization of Oklahoma OERA offices eliminating most county posts including social service and work director roles. Charley Floyd rehabilitation chairman notes a revised setup but no detailed plan has been released yet. Local relief headquarters await further announcements and instructions.
MIAMNE Sept 25 Two of 20 men accused of rioting during the fire and reading strike at Picker in May were convicted by a district court jury. Henry Wilkerson and M J Vanderpool, both pinchahr miners on strike, were fined 80 dollars and jailed four months. The remaining 18 accused face trial at a later term.
Emperor Haile Selassie seeks League observers to investigate aggression claims as Ethiopian divisions mobilize toward the Eritrean border. Six thousand troops parade in Addis Ababa with modern rifles and anti aircraft guns, signaling a renewed military posture amid tensions with Italy.
Development of the Joba Flue field expands beyond Bromide. Operators and officials push for distinct common sources in Wilcox and Moore sand. Notable wells like Moore No.3 Atkins flow 932 barrels per hour, while Hunton wells in the field show 210 to 324 barrels daily. Contination of drilling near Jesse and central areas continues amid regulatory actions and rising production concerns.
Rome officials flatly denied rumors of a dispute between Premier Mussolini and Crown Prince Umberto over Ethiopia. A spokesman said no quarrel occurred and that Umberto had been in Naples and then in Libya, with Balbo acting in accord with government policy. London reports claimed possible revolt were unfounded.
Lawton Sept 25 Lloyd Grable once sentenced to death for bank robbery appears to dodge the electric chair as the second trial jury is found unqualified for such a verdict. County Attorney Malcolm seeks imprisonment instead. prior trial verdict of death was set aside after a prayer was offered to calm the jury. World zinc stocks end August total 122,212 short tons, up from July and Aug 1934 figures, with U S stocks at 33,924 tons.
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