The Standard-Sentinel from Stilwell, Oklahoma • Page 1

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MAY 8,1924 CABBIES HAYWOOD 1 B4IUraai Owner NUMBER 13 MELLON TAX PLAN BLOW Washington, May much discussed Mellon tax plan was laid to'rest today with the adoption 'by the senate of the entire Democratic income tax substitute. The minority's schedule of surtax rates -was approved 43 to 40, while its revision of 'normal rates "was adopted, 44 to 37. The Republican insurgents joined with the Democrats in supporting' the entire pro gram. Chairman Smoot of the finance committee, said when the bill comes up on final passage lie will propose a compromise, as was done in the house ofter the Democratic program first had been approved there. He is hopeful the senate will accept the compromise, as the house did.

Surtax Rates Reduced The surtax rates, written into the bill today provide for a reduction of the present maximum of 50 per cent to a maximum of 40 per cent, and for corresponding revisions all along the line. They are similar to those adopted by the house. The normal rates accepted were 2 per cent on the first $4,000 of per cent on the second $4,000 and per cent on all above $8,000. This compares withjthe present rates of 4 per cent on the first 94,000 and 8 per cent above that amount. In adopting the Democratic substitute, which was offered by Senator Simmons, North Carolina, the senate moved with startling rapidity.

The first vote came within a little more than an hour after consideration of the tax bill had been resumed. The others forwarded in rapid, succession. Jones Demands Vote Discussion of this, the heart of the bill, proceeded in desultory fashion for about an hour when Senator Democrat, New Mexico, de manded a vote. There were less than score of senators present and leaders 'on held hurried enferences. Annbuncement then was made both sides were ready for the test of strength.

The first roll.call was on the Simmons' substitute surtax rates. lt Thirteen, senators were absent Ten of them were paired as follows Gerry, for, with Elkins, against; Owen, for, with McCormick, against; Trammell.for, wiih Lenroot, against; Ralston, for, with Green, against; LaFolIettc, for, with Bayard.against Senators Glass, Couzens and Shipstead were absent and were without pairs. The Simmons plan having thus been substituted for the Mellon surtax schedule, the vote came on the question of the Democratic Or the Longworth compromise contained in theliousc bill and the senate affirmed its approval of the minority rates' by a vote of 43 to 40 with no change in the lineup of senators. Smoot Defends Mellon 'Plan The normal rate substitute 'then was offered and there was-brief dis- ussion with Senator Smoot alone defending the Mellon rates of 3 per cent on incomes Under $4,000 ahd 6 per cent on those above that amount. Senator Jones, Republican, Washington, was the only senator present and not voting, he announcing he declined to vote because he would have a personal pecuniary interest in the legislation.

Fourteen senators were absent. Ten of them were paired as follows: Underwood, for, With Elkins, LnFollette, for, with Bayard, against; Trammell, for, with I.enrdtot, against; Ralston, for, with Greene, against; Glass, for, with Cameron, against. Senators Owen anjd McCormiok were paired, but it was not an nounccd as to their positions. Sen ators Howell and Couzens were absent and were not paired. SILT BY CASSIUS HAYWOOD It is the best thing for Democrats to do, every member to work for- the success of hlst'pnrty.

The good citizens want to remember, first and last: They would not return to conditions two years ago, when Hhc illicit liquor business was tempting even''to the youth of the county. The old timer who was used to his: morning's regular would not hesitate to forego what to him were a small harmless pleasure, to guard against what would prove a menace to somebody's boy. BOARD OF TRUSTEES The board of trustees of Stilwell, met in regular session at the city hall May 1, 1924. Members pres ent were J. A.

Wright, president Jewell Harper, J. T. Worsham and John Chastain. The meeting was called to order- by Mr. Wright and the following business transacted: Minutes of the meeting held April 15th read and approved.

J. A'. Batemnnt city treasurer, sub mittcd his report for April which was examined and appYoved. A committee representing the Commercial club was present and submitted a proposition for better lighting Division stivet from the depot to the high school building. The board assured the committee that they were very favorably impressed with the idea, and that they will carefully consider the matter and definitely decide the matter Duly 1st.

John Collins had the attention of the board called to the need of a street light on the corner near his house, and the light superintendent was ordered to proceed to install the light if he has material on hand to do so. Claims were allowed to amount of $830.38. No further business appcaring.thc board adjourned. 1). Bellamy, City Clerk.

greater wisdom to than to allow the kiflbwn remedy to be that is nothing more than letting.nature take its course. Mcllon's tax plan hasn't yet materialized. How bold the exponents were over the temporary victory in the-lower house Of congress! Since the senate is about to give the 'matter its original complexion, the Longworth crowd, once so cocksure, is made somewhat dubious, The standpatters have not abandoned the fight; they are still hopeful that they may effect a compromise, as was done in the house, make the measure more after the the Republican fashion, as Longworth to force the burden of taxes as far as possible upon the people and relieve wealth of all of such a commonplace annoyance as being held accountable for any government expense whatever. As between the Democrats and Republicans, the issue was never more clean-cut. If the people have not had a clear undcrstandng of the difference, the past several years Of Republican -administration has removed the Wealth has not failed to demand the pound of flesh from the creature which it fosters, Every wail that has come from capital the ward has ever answered.

Washington is the echo of Wall street. And since the line of division stands out in such bold relief, it will' without, kept quite distinct. The uiass.es know now'oh which side is the "enemy and they are bent pn engaging him along the 'A meeting of the members of the county fair associaton was held at the courthouse Monday, May 5. L. Watson, the county agent, was leeted 'secretary and treasurer.

Dates for the coming county fair' were discussed anuV'ngrccd upon. The fair will be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, September 22, 23, 24, preceding the state fair to be held at Muskogee. Registration of entries will begin at 8 O'clock on the morning of the 22ml, and will close promptly at 10 o'clock on the 23rd. Wednesday will be Westville and' Wiitts day and Thursday will be Stilwell arid Bunch day. L.

G. Waton. NOTICE 1924 Dog Tags at the City Hall. If you wish to keep your dog, get a tag and put it on him. 13-2 We Are Proud Our We are glad we live here, and we consider it a privilege to transact business with the kind of neighbors and friends who live in this community of good citizens.

A GOOD CITIZEN is one who is willing at all times to make some sacrifice of his time, means and convenience to advance the common welfare. We have confidence in this community of good citizens want the entire community to have confidence in this good bank. Confidence is inspired by a healthy bank account. We do not believe that a dollar is one's best friend, but money in the bank is very comforting. In selecting your bank, make safety one of the first considerations.

We invite investigation and will be glad to explain how and why this bank is solid as the rock of Gibraltar. PATRONIZE The FIRST STATE BANK OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS "of "THE FRIENDLY BANK" Albert Carlson J. T. Worsham C. L.

Fletcher A. Dieboit H. O. Yoe Colbert Jones, FAIR DATES SET MRS. DON AMOS PASSED AWAY SUNDAY NIGHT MOST PROMINENT CHEROKEE CALLED TO THE FATHERS entire front It is very deplorable that there is.

confusion deeper in the. rank and file; but the distress that this will cause won't disturb except locally, As a whole the people are set against capital and they have set their learts and heads together to chal enge its power Japanese immigration problem is bringing the effete preparedness question again into the limelight. The fellow after the Amerl can producer's dollars never loses an opportunity" to project and spread his villianous propaganda to the nation's distress and his lectableness it has been learned how distinctly successful it was. What was the situation before the World war Preparedness was talked from the after awhile guns-were sold and men were mowed down like sagegrass. And the munitions makers sold powder to shoot, conscripted boys, while their bank -accounts were, kept immune from the reprehensible drafting process.

But they could have say in the making of the war laws while the boys were not consulted. Congress, however, in another such stress, will be less precipitate. The people will not be as easily hoodwinked again: Capital will have to be given a more positive status; the fellows who make-up the -army- are going to impose sonic of the rules. People, when they are given rope, are bent on hanging themselves. That's a wise provision and saves many a situation that would become intollerablc.

Recognizing this fact, when, the thinking people find things to cause a revulsion, they urge patience into play. Conditions will adjust themselves always did' do so. The wrong here and there, in spite of its own purpose works to an ulti mate.benefit. We must not complain if we shall suffer occasionally during the process. Development cannot be experienced without extreme pain; wc should not interfere with growth.

Of course experience is 'a dear school; but some cannot learn in any other. We could not have a healthy body, with a part dwarfed; the whole must be considered, II til portion be sick, there is nothing of Charley Smith, an old and well known and highly respected Cherokee, died at the old home place ahd at; the sanctuary of i his birth, at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon at 'the golden age of 76 years. There wns no more venerated Cherokee in Adair cbiinty, the son of an immigrant to Indian territory from Georgia when the Cherokees were, changing their old home seats of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee for this new country. In the time of the Cherokee government- Charley Smith held 1 the office of sheriff Of Flint district, now cm- braced in Adair county. family name is prominent in the history of the territory and of Oklahoma.

His son, G. W. Smith, who was city marshal here several years; and Who is now. serving the public in a similar capacity at Shad 1 er, county, itvthe legislature about ten or twelve years ago. Three other sons, Dan Smith, Eli Smith and Bill Smith are residents of the county, and are enterprising, prosperous farmers.

The sons, as was the father, are loyal Democrats and they have always taken much interest in politics, active on occasion in the behalf of their party, G. W. Smith has farmed some of the time and his family now resides on his farm near the city, one of the finest in Northeastern Oklahoma. Besides the sons, there are two daughters, Mrs. John B.

Acorn and Miss Nellie survive the splendid women ahd also Adair countyans. The body of Charley Smith was laid to rest in the Clear Springs Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Masonic honors, the Rev. Acorn preaching the fu neral. Ava Amos; 24 years old, passed away at 9:30 'clock Sunday night in-a sanitarium in El Paso. Deceased was Mrs.

Don Amos and she had her home here ftir a year or a little longer, her Jhusjband faking her to El Paso on. account of her health about a year ago. change seemed to benefit her; Mr. Amos secured a position in El Paso and was happy in the thought that his wife would recover. They decided on a now home and her sisters, Misses Helen and Dorothy Mason Oi Miami, well known in this city, came to live with them and attend School in El Paso.

They had hoped to keep Mrs. Amos bompanV during Mr. Amos' absence at his po sition, since her baby, Mary Joe, two years old, the little daughter which the mother missed so much, Was away with the child's grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. O.

F. Mason in Miami. But the cheerful plans that were once so roseate with promises went harshly awry.and now sorrow palls where the sunshine of hope cheered A young 1 life'has seemed to. answer before its time. Mrs.

Amos grew worse some weeks since and about ten days before the end came, her husband notified his father, Charles H. Amos of this: city, that she couldn't last long. The next-Word he received was a wire Monday morning that she had passed away Sunday bight at 9:30. The intelligence will cast a gloom over all here who were acquainted with Mr. and Mrs.

Don Amos. They had come to know Mrs. Amos as a very lovable woman and they know that the heart -Of the bereaved husband is torn "with pain. Amos' body was removed to Gentry, and buried there yes terdny afternoon. Mr.

Amos will likely return to his present position in El Paso after the funeral. AN ENJOYABLE MEET Sunday, 1500 or 2000 people assembled at Starr school house to celebrate the 41st session of the Adair County Singing convention A lengthy and well arranged pro gram was carried out without hitch, giving much the great assembly. Distance seemed no object, as people from Sequoyah and Cherokee counties and Arkansas met with our citizens. The entire choir from Lincoln, attended and greatly assisted the classes in rendition of music. Ax splendid and plentiful dinner was spread on the ground for ail present.

This being the close of the annual election was held which resulted as follows: J. S. Atchley, president; J. Q. Cassidy, vice president; B.

A. White, chaplain; J. Roberts, secretary treasurer, and Miss Willma Roberts, pianist. The next convention was voted to Chalk Bluff be held the first Sunday in August. It was voted to meet with the Maryetta: choir the second Sunday in June all-day singing to be interspersed with children's day program.

Maryetta will furnish dinner for that occasion. Two' classes entered contest for the banner, and Chaplain B.A.White presented the banner to Starr class after the judges rendered a decision of for Starr and for Maryetta. The president urges a large attendance at the next meet and promises a day. of enjoyment, OKLAHOMA DELEGATION IS CONSTRUCTED The state Democratic convention went into session with the question of sending an uninstructcd dcloga-. tion, or one instructed -jfor McAdoo, to the national convention.

The re-: suit is that the delegation is not instructed. A McAdoo supporter was made temporary-chairman of convention opposition to the wishes of the executive committee of the state central committee. Scott Ferris of Lawton, former representative of Oklahoma, was selected national committeeman. Ferris is a close friend of Governor Trupp. He was.an exponent of an uninstructcd delegation.

Mrs. A. McDougnl of Sapulpa was chosen: national committeewoman. STILWELL FEDERATED CLUBS GRAND THEATRE PROGRAM Thursday (and Friday. Dorothy 'Dnlton in "Moran of the Lady Letty." Paramount.

Saturday, matinee and night. Leo Moloney in "Huntng Trouble." An exciting story of the Texas Rangers. Inkwell comedy. Monday and Tuesday. Mabel Ballin in "Other Woman's Clothes." Hodkinson picture.

Wednesday. Last episode of "In the Days of Buffalo Bill." Thursday and Friday. Betty Compson in "Ladies Must Live." Paramount. The federated clubs of the Stilwell district met Tuesday, May 6. All the clubs of this district were well represented with the exception of one or two.

The morning was spent in Singing and giving club yells and a talk by the county agent. A free lunch was served by some of the ladies of Stilwell and a vote Of thhitks was given'them by the entire club. The afternoon session- was held in the district court room. A strict business session was held at this time. A new president Wns elected: to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of the former Robert's rules of order were followed to-the letter and strict order was kept.

Following the business session the boys were given a demonstration on judging dairy cows by the county agent. The local clubs were urged to get busy and get bnck.nto the work sol as to be prepared for the coming- county fair this fall. The federated clubs were by a visit from Mr. Graham, the ris-y sistanf state- club specialist. -Myra Padcn, Club'Reporter.

Attorney E. B. Arnold and C. L. Fletcher motored to Grove last Friday.

RECEIVE CERTIFICATES I.ctha Hines, Mrs. Lomas Keen," 1 Wayne Hopkins, Myra Padcn, Jennie Russell, Alleyne Joncs.Rutn Holloway, Edna Bnbb, Cccilc Ross, Alva B. Collygc and Birdie Mnyberry were given third grade Ruth Oldham and Dewey Oldham first grade, and Mary Cox a second grade ccrtificnte.following the county teachers' examination recently 'held. i Postmaster Wallen of Watts spent' Friday in'the city. 'V Protection for your dollars If you are like most pf us, you work hard for your money.

Naturally you place your funds only in the SAFEST PLACE That is why the "Old Reliable" 6 First National Bank's list of depositors is growing so rapidly. i It has been known for a long 4 period of years as a bank con- ducted on lines Of conservatism, which places the patron's SAFE- TY FIRST, making it truly a DEPOSITOR'S BANK. For SAFETY and SERVICE WITH "The Old )RepbJe" lit mm Member ol the Federal Bflaerare.Sytteiii mm.