05 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
1
Congressman Dick T. Morgan, seeking re election, spoke at Beaver County venues last week. He praised his long service and influence in Congress and urged continued support, arguing he has delivered useful legislation and will continue to benefit the district.
The weekly column features G. T. Ayers seeking a second term as County Superintendent. It praises his two years in office, his handling of perplexing school questions, and his overall qualification. The editorial urges voters to reelect him, arguing one good term deserves another.
The Herald notes N Iot L F Beatty as a democratic candidate for Court Clerk inviting voter support. It asserts his qualifications include clerical experience, careful attention, honesty and integrity, and urges electing him for the coming term though not aligned with the paper’s ticket.
Frank Bixler, a young man who lived near Forgan, died after surgery for a throat growth at a Wichita hospital. The Troax Undertaking Company prepared the body Monday. Many friends extend sympathy to the bereaved family.
The Presbyterian Sunday School held Rally Day last Sunday with a special program and record attendance. The school plans to make every Sunday a rally day as part of its ongoing effort, and the meeting was reported to have pleasing results.
An editorial argues that wheat and oat crops would cover state government expenses, citing Oklahoma Territory and early statehood costs, court budgets, and county expenditures. It claims high government spending burdened farmers, tenants, and industries, urging curtailment and a shift away from political graft.
Beaver County wheat took first prize at the State Fair, exhibited by J. W Gambs of the Farmers' Equity Exchange Knowles. The county's crop is praised for quality with thanks to Mr Gambes for his efforts in bringing the wheat to public notice. The item also notes a farewell revival reception for Rev. and Mrs Waters and Miss Jones at O. D. Smith's home with attendees listed.
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