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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
1
Under the Presidential proclamation all men ages 21 to 30 must register at their regular voting place between 7 am and 9 pm on Tuesday June 5 1917 under the Selective Draft Law. Severe penalties apply for those who refuse or neglect to register regardless of marital or exemption status. Do not fail to register.
D B Kinder and H F Wilisme have secured the Geronimo agency for the territory south of Beaver river. They demonstrate the vehicle and have parts on sale now, with many Beaver County residents invested as stockholders. Enid made car shows promise and locals boost the venture.
Rev L L Bhi conducted revival meetings in Laverne with a packed house in the first week. Fourteen additions were reported, most by primary obedience, as the town is described as moved more than ever. Mrs Pearl Heyens, formerly of Beaver, assisted with music.
Home grown produce appears on market with onions rhubarb lettuce and radishes now plentiful. High backyard gardening activity has cut demand for early garden sass and the town zone may see limited supply until farm produce reaches market.
Material is being placed for the erection of a new Baptist church at the former Big Jo Lumber yard location on South Douglas. The building will be tile with basement and a 40 by 40 foot plan. It will be well located and serve as a church home and ornament to the city.
The marriage of Misa Mamie Brown of Lockwood to Bert Barnes of that place Mayvard was solemnized at Bagins Texas. Mrs Barnes is daughter of A A and elder Roy Brown of Lockwood and has lived in the area since childhood. Friends extend congratulations.
The school reports a successful year with students showing great advancement. Plans for summer travel of Supt Hill and staff are noted as several teachers plan to return next year, though full arrangements are pending.
The WEW garage owned by Long and Lawcen was blown down during a Saturday night storm. The unfinished front and south wall collapsed, tiles broke, brick remained largely intact, and insurance covers some loss but repairs and time will be costly. Workmen clear debris as rebuilding resumes.
Beaver Mercantile Company and Ravage Usah Store adopt brand new Ford delivery cars to improve service. Troax Hardware has used such a vehicle for some time, and Savage's adds a seat with a regular delivery body, the first in Beaver.
Government pledges to curb price gouging and protect consumers while ensuring fair returns for farmers manufacturers and workers. It calls for strong action against speculators and price boosts to restore balance in essential goods markets.
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