12 May 1921
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
1
Merchants and farmers back a weekly Sales Day in Beaver with many stores offering lead offers and special reductions. Farmers can auction items freely with no charge, while entertainments and a dance are planned. The goal is a social day to bring the community together Saturday May 21 with a basket of activities and auctions for all.
Community urged to accelerate sidewalk construction before cold weather, focusing on Methodist church area and Baptist parsonage blocks. Promotes civic pride, home and business improvements, and united effort to attract buyers and improve property values. Chamber of Commerce notes rising memberships as locals commit to a larger, prosperous town and surrounding farming area.
Work along Douglas Avenue last week removed sand buildup from high spring winds near the gut area. Residents note improved appearance and urge continued maintenance to keep the area neat and presentable.
Jim Provost of Provost Brothers narrowly escaped a serious burn when gasoline overflow from a tank while refilling a car at the Overland garage ignited. Prompt action by Provost, bystanders, and firefighters prevented a conflagration. Authorities warn never to fill a tank with the engine running and to keep bystanders away. Safety first.
Beaver defeated Knowles 8 to 4 in a Sunday afternoon game at the local field. The Herald notes interest from surrounding towns and suggests adopting a Florida style weekly half day for recreation, allowing businesses to close and families to enjoy sports together.
A definite date for the Gate oil well shooting is announced for May 26, with expectations of one of the largest crowds in Gate valley. Locals from Rew or Mod and other supporters have funded the project and hope a golden oil flow will fill nearby Lake, inviting visitors to witness the event.
Beaver residents consider erecting a Balen Pavilion to house purebred sales, provide a showroom and stalls, and serve general utility needs. The chamber of commerce discusses the project after Guymon built a similar facility, with County Agent Hanley supplying a blue print. The Herald pledges support and urges community backing and financial help.
A dubious note claims Cara Kent vouches for a wild story about a rat terrier killing eighty two rats and gathering them in a pile near an old Beaver Equity office. The tale is presented as proof of the dog’s feats with dramatic claims and medals urged for the canine.
The Beaver Chautauqua committee set the opening date for July 25 and promises a program among the best yet. Attendance concerns from last year sparked management to improve planned attractions. A lost saddle blanket near Beaver and Harvey Trew farm is being sought via the Herald office. Local farm fund efforts by W B Carson & Company are noted amid rumor control.
A letter from Walter TE Allen, formerly of Beaver, encloses renewal and notes the family has moved to a ranch in the Wet Mountain Valley, Canon City Colorado. He mentions Beaver is behind them and references spring weather with April lath.
Chas J Latoure, owner of the Clapper Leather Shop, has been making yard improvements this past week. He has cleared dirt from in front of his premises and filled low spots, setting a model others in the town should follow.
A river described as running bankfull on the Honver River during a heavy rainfall, with warnings of rising water. Local observers warn of potential flooding and urge readiness. Names and dates are unclear due to OCR errors, but the piece emphasizes the river’s higher level and the need for caution.
Readers are urged not to overlook the weighty two page supplement in this issue as it holds important notices and potential interest for the community. The brief item hints at topics of local significance and invites attention to the extra pages.
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