13 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1912
Page
1
Beaver area notes cover visitors and travel, farm loans, business transactions, employment, and community happenings. Names include Nylands, Jones, Maphet, McCord, Fields, Savage, Pate, Murphy, and Munsell with items on races, schooling, and a doctor’s car instruction in Kansas City.
Representative hopeful Luo Py Buarmwronp announces candidacy to represent Beaver and Harper counties. The lone Republican filing signals support from local voters as he seeks party endorsement and district alignment.
Local column lists various ads and visits including farm loans offered by John W. Savage, insurance references, and sales pitches. Mentions Edna Reddick visiting from Pretty Prairie Kansas, Arvin Scott accompanying her, and appearances by Judy of John H. Shap Loan Co. Also notes appearances by Ikey Thomas and former Beaver residents M K Meador and wife visiting from Larned Kansas with remarks on their business and health.
The bill allowing final proof for homesteaders after three years residence was signed by President Taft, easing proof requirements and permitting five months annual absence. The law benefits homesteaders by reducing time to final proof and offering flexible absence periods. Chamberlain's Liniment and Cough Remedy are recommended for sprained ankles and whooping cough respectively and available from dealers.
Beaver and vicinity received another good rain on Tuesday night exceeding prior showers in weeks. The gauge recorded 2.2 inches as W C Frater observed, with rain continuing softly through the night, soaking the ground deeply for a thorough soak.
Our County News announces the addition of a new writer from Sophia to broaden county coverage. The paper emphasizes core country correspondents, appeals for regular reports from readers, and invites updates from neighborhoods not yet Fe. 1 presented.
Wir Cannon, convicted at the May term of county court for possessing seventy four quarts of whisky with intent to dispose, was granted a new trial by County Judge Healy after testimony suggested a juror had prejudged guilt. The case will be re listed at the August term of county court.
A subscription paper circulated among business people and Beaver band members secured funds to employ Band Instructor and leader Bandiunior Goddard for both the men’s and ladies bands. Sufficient pledges were made to cover his services, and his capability as a musician suggests rapid progress under his directorship.
Announcement in this issue endorses F. McCay of Kokomo township as Democratic candidate for commissioner in the old district. A farmer and early settler, he is described as public spirited with sound business judgment and promises faithful impartial service on the county board.
The past week brought beneficial rain that revived crops, especially wheat, now heading well. Harvest may be near and incomes could rise as soil moisture improves. Elderly readers are advised Chamberlain's Tablets for digestion and regular vowels, sold by all dealers.
Haskell asks re nomination for the county commissioner post in the Sod district this week. He pledges honest, straightforward service and urges party support for another term. He notes his past tenure on the Board of County Commissioners and appeals to voters for a hearty party vote.
The article notes Kent of Dombey seeks the Republican nomination for Beaver County treasurer. Born in Missouri, he moved to Oklahoma and has lived in Beaver County for thirteen years on a homestead. He taught school here for four years and is described as thoroughly qualified for the office.
Nomination petitions must be filed with the county election board secretary by July 7 for primary candidates. The law requires petitioners to state residence address and party affiliation, and to file within a window of 90 to 30 days before the primary election. The instructions apply to county township and sub-division electors and non party candidates as well.
The Christian Church invites all to morning and evening services at 11 o clock with a lesson on The Beauty of Hope and a Bible School. Junior Endeavor at 8 and Christian Endeavor at 7 30. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8. Sunday school at 9 30. Choir and youth activities weekly led by Pastor La Straw.
The Christian Church at Elmwood begins revival services at Riley School House starting Wednesday June 12 and continuing indefinitely. Everyone is invited to attend.
Announcement states no preaching at Clear Lake on the first Sunday in July with appointments later in Ridgaway Blow Tib t ien on the third Sundays and Twin Moands and Clear Lake on the fourth Sundays. Also promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for gentle bowel movement and sale by dealers.
County Superintendent John Jy Awali and Muhandle Agriculture leaders announce series of educational and agricultural meetings across Beaver County. Events run June 1 in Ivanhoe. June 2 in Braver. June 22 in Matnrlay. June 24 in Moodley. June 29 in Wiuriee with lantern slide talks and free admission.
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