26 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1914
Page
1
A dispute on the Beaver's Short Line project escalated as railway graders clashed with resident Ton Mills defending his land. Warrants, arrests for contempt, and gunfire accusations followed, with fines and weapon charges issued. The piece blames no promoters, but condemns opposing tactics and calls for calm, urging locals to settle disputes lawfully and support the railroad.
Oklahoma asks schools to sponsor brick panels for the State Historical Building to display names of institutions paying five dollars per brick. Proceeds fund the Panama-Pacific Exposition exhibit in San Francisco while preserving school names as a patriotic record. Beaver and Beaver County communities are urged to participate.
A Beaver Herald reader from Kingsville Texas writes in 1914 urging Beaver County land prices to reflect true value. He argues land west of Forgan is worth far more than 12.50 per acre and urges boosters to attract farmers, noting Oklahoma and Kansas counties sell land at 4000 to 9000 per acre. He offers $1 for another year’s subscription and expresses hope values will rise to reflect reality.
A county clerk directs township and road officers to inquire for an en Gro. H. Watonr at the office. The piece notes Frank Henderson injured an animal on the railroad grade. the animal, treated by RS Tanner, is recovering well and appears to be on the road to full recovery despite initial damage.
Memorial services for Frances and Willard were held Tuesday evening at the Court House under Ioans W.O. Tyne. The Beaver Band provided music and a large crowd attended the program. A liberal contribution was collected for the benefit of the aunt AVN Hows of Madison, who was in town transacting county business. He attended the Cosner sale yesterday, purchasing the registered boar Prince Harold for Cosner’s Poland China herd.
A reader from Cavendish VI recounts recovering from pneumonia with Dr King's New Discovery and urges its use for coughs colds and lung trouble. The ad promotes good for children, money back if not satisfied, priced 50 cents and 61.00, sold by Huecklen & Co Philadelphia.
Local brief reports Cosner held a public oath of personal property at his Locust Grove farm yesterday with a well attended sale. Weather warmed after a snow and cold spell with temperatures dipping to two degrees below zero Sunday night. County officials attended legal business in Kiowa country to try Bud Van Akins for wire and post theft, but the defendant fled, bondsman Mr. Fank held the sack. Thompson boasts over a dinner guest, and townsfolk comment on Beav er purple habeas corpus. Subscriptions offer four magazines for 28 cents extra. W Robinson sold the laundry to Alym Neff who now runs it. Mrs. Weir remains visiting daughters. Mrs. Nora Quinn and daughter Jamen from Guymon visited. plan permanent stay. Martha’s group celebrated L. L Shaw’s birthday with games. Frank Benedetto from Clinton, with attorney, attended to land sold at sheriff sale. Art Benedetto mortgage issue noted. Gate Sunday saw a chilly reception for Art Quinn. auto travelers had to stay in Porgau overnight due to cold.
Senator Thor P Gore was acquitted on a charge framed by his political enemies and disappointed office seekers. The rapid verdict, delivered in under five minutes, sparked public outrage across political lines, seen as pure spite and an attempt to bring Gore down.
Deputy Sheriff Frank Shockly arrested Hon Hennest or Floris after a raid recovered fourteen pints of boost. The suspect Linty is jailed awaiting trial. The note praises Sheriff Jones and his force for diligence in bootlegger arrests and calls for continued enforcement of decency and order.
Services will be held soon at the Christian church with Bible School at 10:00 am. A special missionary service at 11:00 am focuses on The Great Commission and obedience to you and me. Christian Endeavor at 6:00 pm and Evening Service at 7:30 pm with the message All Things are Ready. All are invited.
Sunday School at 10:00 AM. Epworth League gathering Sunday evening at 7:00 PM. Pastor Milna Brook leads both morning and evening services. Captain J D Milna delivering the sermon.
The regular meeting of the W. C. T. U was held at the Christian Church in Moorestown Tuesday afternoon. An after voting program was given, Mrs. Dr. Twyfant presiding. The Parliamentary leader advised by Mrs. Capitol Mansfield. Members absent missed the yard training. all urged to attend the next meeting.
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