22 Oct 1914
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1914
Page
1
The campaign themes present in the material argue that electing Hon. John W. Fields will advance farmers' interests. The message stresses Fields as a friend to farmers and a supporter of agricultural concerns in Oklahoma.
A Georgia era critique questions the Beaver County Attorney Smith about his conduct and alleged bias. The letter accuses him of prioritizing party politics over county duties, cites the delinquent tax list case and Sheriff Jones investigations, and urges honesty and nonpartisanship from county officials. It argues Smith’s focus on politics harms taxpayers and calls for capable, fair leadership.
In Beaver county disputes over Sheri Jones center on his zeal to enforce prohibition and publicize raids while facing charges of misappropriating county funds. Critics demand why substantial fees and money owed the county were not promptly accounted for or turned over, with dates dating back to 1918 cited as unresolved questions.
Beavor County officials faced scrutiny over delays in publishing the delinquent tax list. Treasurer Prysing er allegedly claimed busyness and political engagements while the county treasurer's duties remained unperformed, prompting mandamus actions and calls to hold him to legal duty. Critics argue the delays forced extra county hiring and questioned accountability ahead of elections.
Readers question whether the county official earning 12080 per month and approaching a 100th birthday should remain in office. Calls arise for fresh leadership to perform duties and allow a capable successor to take the job.
The letter lauds county commissioner candidate Haskell for steadfast service and fidelity to taxpayers. It argues he excels in duty, experience, and impartiality and urges Beaver County voters in the 24th district to re elect him. It notes a local rally and a race meet attendance by Beaver residents.
Gleaner in Bold Oklahoma reports Republican speaker to address voters at Court House on Saturday October 26 at 7 90 p m in support of congressman Dick T Morgan who cannot attend due to congressional duties Washington October 16 1814 Hon D C Hong chairman Republican Congressional committee Kad Oklahoma notes Congress failure to adjourn delays plans and urges farm relief despite tax proposals and absence sacrifices.
Beaver County Fair begins with high hopes as attractions multiply and race events promise excitement. Residents are urged to attend on the 22nd 28th and 4th while noting frost affected tomatoes and omitted letters from this week’s country correspondents. Obituaries and longer items will appear next week.
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