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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1909
Page
8
The Hemant explains that country letters will publish when received and space allows. Readers are urged to regularly send items, accepting occasional delays due to the print shop. Local notes mention Ashatreet houses, repairs in Wichita, threshing machine parts, and social events with several families visiting or hosting.
Divide We have had some fine rains lately. Mr and Mrs Riley left for El Dorado Wednesday for an extended visit. Clydy Smith worked for Griffie Mile week. Mrs TL Montgomery spent Wednesday with her sister Mrs Kane. Ethel Lockhart is working at Rayl's this week. Stanley Dewey Earl Tockey and Sam Criss were Sunday visitors at Riley's. Mr and Mrs Morey Phillips were
Ruby Jackson visits relatives and returns home over Sunday as fires of the week are reported.
In Kokomo Klatter, Mr Will Richarde and family left for eastern Oklahoma to harvest. Mary McCay welcomed a baby girl in Clear Creek, while Mary McCay itself noted. Harl McQuedy visited family after Normal studies at Beaver. Mrs AT Stephenson and Mrs R Perry visited Loretta McCall. Karl Shore and WBR Greggs were with the Uskxows.
Elmwood Miss Lulu Davis and Mrs. Mary Kile visit parents in Arkansas while other locals note travel visits and family news. Farmers report ongoing planting after rain. multiple residents report rain and wet conditions. A ball game at Camp, new baby announced, epidemics and illnesses mentioned, along with several outings and health updates among neighbors.
The Christian and Methodist church held a children's day program at the Methodist church Sunday evening. Despite threatening weather the house was well filled and the program was creditable. Highlights included a Rose drill by twelve girls from Classes No 2 and S and a Centennial Clock drill by younger pupils. Absences slightly affected participation, but those present performed well.
Gold Medal contest to be held Friday night June 18 at the Methodist church under Miss Maude Taylor. Six contestants, all winners of silver medals, invite all interested in temperance work. Admission 25 cents for adults 15 cents for children. Normal teachers receive complimentary tickets. Proceeds go to Christian and Methodist churches.
The Globe received comments from Frante Drummond about the Kittitas Valley in Washington near Ellensburg. Locals claim the area, home to winter apples and rich yields, could produce multiple millionaires with farmers earning high crops and notable profits from small plots, feeding speculation on local prosperity.
Local observers signal a need to organize a proper Fourth of July celebration in Beaver as uncertainty remains about the current plans. Citizens are urged to prepare and participate to ensure a fitting observance.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a government land claim involving a sailor turned homesteader who settled 120 acres after moving west. The entry references a time frame of days or longer, a claim to be issued, and mentions an inhabitant named Wrive seeking information. The legibility is very poor and details are incomplete.
Resolutions announce the death of John Lile, cherished husband and father, from Beaver Camp No. 7720. The group extends sympathy to Mrs. Lile and family, orders minutes to record the notice, copies to the family, and to newspapers. Committee members W T Quien H D Mens ESS Gawpyen
Misses Laura Mackey and Phillis Pobre gave a delightful musicale Friday evening at the Court House under Mrs Judge Loufbourron and Miss Mae Maple. The performance drew a large audience in Beaver and showcased renowned local entertainers. Mackey, raised on the Cimarron ranch, and Fabris, linked to Meade, drew hometown pride and praise for the evening’s polished program.
A letter urges raising Old Glory over Beaver’s senior house and courthouse, arguing flags on national days and a state law requiring a flag over every schoolhouse. The writer proposes Beaver lead the county in displaying the flag.
The family thanks friends and neighbors who assisted during illness and after the death of our husband and father. We express heartfelt gratitude and wish that others facing sorrow may have such kind neighbors. Mrs. Dona Lite an Fasy
Mr Elliott who lived on the North Flats ten miles north of Beay was brought in Monday and after examination by the Insanity board was adjudged insane. Sheriff Miller and Frank Gaughrin set out for the Supply asylum with him but high Kiowa water forced a return. The trip will likely be resumed later in the week.
The new law allows free homestead on 20 acres in New Mexico with potential for additional filings under the Reclamation Act. Those who already used their homestead right may file on 160 acres, and a spouse may file on 820 acres. A book detailing land descriptions, applicable laws, and maps can be obtained for 25 cents from Mosquers Laxo Co. in New Mexico.
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