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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
4
Fragmentary political notices list candidates Dick T. Morgan for Congress and Daina Rapid for Court Clerk. The readable fragments mention Beaver, Elmwood Township, and local residences, with garbled labels and stray characters.
Census figures show Oklahoma City and state debt swelling as per capita costs climb. Officials cite population growth and rising bonded interest, with concerns over funds used to support state and local governments. The mounting debt threatens property values and future fiscal stability.
A fragmentary historic-sounding tirade argues Secretary Daniels should halt liquor to the Navy and impose strict curbs on drinking among service members. The speaker claims naval officers drink heavily, calling for action even as war needs and discipline are debated. The piece reflects early 20th century temperance and wartime policy debates.
Local residents report social calls and errands as Hayden and wife visit, Jane Nigton and wife call on Joe Cough, and families attend church and revival in Blue Mound. Farm activity includes hogs sent to Libra and cattle shipments, with hints of real estate changes and a trial at Gray. A worm killer ad promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer for children, and planting advances as warm weather returns.
Beaver school notes describe enrollment totals, new classes including Psychology and Civics, and upcoming commencements for eighth grade on May 1 and high school on May 20. They praise teachers, report strong student performance, and note participation in the Educational Fair with commendations for student conduct.
Public health notice urges households to verify drinking water and milk purity, clean streets, and proper waste handling to prevent fly breeding and summer illnesses. Emphasizes sanitation, clean-up days, and community effort led by health authorities to curb disease vectors.
A garbled morning paper fragment describes a clergyman standing beneath a floral bell as music from a wedding resounds. The text shows fractured phrases and disputed spellings, with characters debating the word contradicting and the surrounding event.
A garbled newspaper notice promotes the Star and Times joint news service in Mexico, touting around the clock reporting from Knights and correspondents. It advertises subscription details for the Star Times and Sunday Star, plus a low offer on bundled magazines and vitamins for personal grooming and home care.
George Tarr of Nooksack Washington claims a poultry yard silo solution for winter feed. The method uses hand cut forage layered with charcoal and green fodder in barrels, with aging periods of four days to four weeks. Barrels are heated and stored until feeding time.
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