30 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1919
Page
1
A promotional note urges readers to save and invest with a reliable bank. It argues wealth comes from prudent hard work and money working for the saver, not from hoarding cash. The bank promises interest on time deposits and encourages placing funds there.
The Five Hundred club members met at Mr. and Mrs. H. N. Lawson's home on Wednesday night. Also present were Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Tracy and Mr. and Mrs. V. T. Coles. Refreshments were served.
The Entre Nous Music Club met with Mrs. W. G. Stranathan on Tuesday night. An arranged program directed by Miss Mattie Nicholson and Mrs. NB. Davie featured careful selection skillfully performed. Mrs. W. Homer Hill of Waynola, a former member, sang two numbers. A large gathering enjoyed the music and refreshments of sherbet Angel cake and coffee.
The note thanks for end of the war but urges help for refugees still suffering. A flu quarantine and weather delays limit supply as forty hospital garments and forty refuges may be needed, with more arriving. Open hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Chairman MRE. C. L. THOMAS.
Miss Thomas praises Walter Frazer for victory over hindrances and invites to spring event in Wyoming to enjoy climate and avoid evils.
International Harvester experts host a two day Free Tractor School in Hooker Oklahoma at the Dime Theater on February 10 and 11. Owners and enthusiasts are urged to attend for illustrated lectures and charts that teach power farming and safe operation of internal combustion engines.
The Martha Society met last Thursday at Mrs. P. L. Thomas home to honor her sister Mrs. R. Jackman and son Richard visiting from Liberty Saskatchewan Canada. Attendees included Mrs. Ray Barnes, Mrs. A. S. Dickson, Mrs. Herchel Wright, Mrs. Howard Karner, Mrs. Frank Smith, Mrs. Laan Moore and others. photos were taken of the fifteen attendees and mothers after the afternoon event.
A Beaver Oklahoma report covers Red Cross Christmas Roll Call totals by township including memberships 2146 magazine 60 donations 66.75 total 2931.76 with many branch reports and weather delays noted. The piece also summarizes District Court proceedings with Judge Arthur G. Button listing cases like foreclosures and cost deposits, noting swift disposals and next steps.
Herman Hottmoyer of near Knowlton is described as a brave soldier who suffered severe facial wounds from enemy fire. The account notes his courage, healing in progress, and strong condemnation of the enemy while recounting his near hometown visit last week.
Norman Duff of Boyd, once listed as missing in action and mourned as dead, was recently released after long captivity. He and his parents in the county reflect on the brutal treatment endured and the faith kept during detention. Duff was among the first prisoners captured by the enemy and was believed dead before his release.
The note recalls January 23 as a former birthday date and recounts a gathering hosted by Mien Erma Crabtree with many guests on Saturday evening after a Five Hundred game and a two course luncheon. Mrs. W. Homer Hill performed two selections, and the piece ends with a playful line about feeling age.
Ira Wilson of Auxome received a German helmet last Friday sent by his son Willie Wilson who has served in France. The helmet bore the inscription Lt. and was found hidden in a dugout by American troops.
Mrs. W. F. Carson chapter chair reports a large shipment of knitted goods to division headquarters by the Crone Kaldiers of Dee. Wool scarcity limited production this fall and winter, yet output remained gratifying and workers deserve praise for faithful service.
Morning services featured a choir with Miss Hazel Barr and We T. Quine singing a duet and Mrs Frank C. Smith delivering a solo. In the evening Mina Hazel Bart sang, Frank C. Smith conducted a chorus or group, and the program added much to the service with pleasing vocal selections.
The Marthas Society held their annual meeting and dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Ray Barnes. Members praised the society's service, noting a history of refined entertaining and a lively day spent together in a cordial gathering.
The speaker dismisses banks with I don't believe in banks and explains frequent travel to cash pension checks or receive payments from distant places. He notes the necessity of banks to avoid constant travel for money and claims no charge for cashing checks.
Notice from Division HQ outlines eligibility and procedures for Red Cross Service Badges. It details hours required, approved work, and certification steps for men and women volunteers, plus distribution via chapters and the role of the Awards Committee. It also mentions a dinner event with local guests following the notice.
The notice lists church services across several congregations. Morning preaching at 04 10, 100 pm times, and multiple Sunday services are announced including federated and missionary groups. Epworth League invites all attendees. gatherings occur weekly at stated hours.
Tax payment time extended to March 1 10 percent penalty would apply for late payment if not extended. The notice notes those unable to pay may be helped by the extension to avoid penalties and interest.
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