Rush Springs Landmark Apr 1914 - Grady County, Oklahoma Submitted by: Mary Achterhof 4 Nov 2007 Return to Grady County Archives: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ok/grady/grady.html ===================================================================== USGENWEB NOTICE Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ===================================================================== The Landmark, 4 April 1914 DESTRUCTIVE FIRE About 11 o’clock Tuesday night the quiet of the town was disturbed by the discharge of firearms. It was soon ascertained that the building occupied by C. S. Huntley was on fire. Fortunately there was little or no wind. Owing to the scarcity of water and headway made by the fire nothing could be accomplished in the way of salvation. The adjoining building, occupied by R. L. Glover, and known as the Battle Axe store, was invaded by the fire, causing great damage to his fine stock of clothing and other goods. Loss on the building and goods will amount to $15,000. There was some insurance, but not enough to repair damages. PEERY FOR COUNTY CLERK Tom Peery announced his candidacy for county clerk today as follows: To the Voters of Grady County: I take this means of announcing my candidacy for the office of county clerk of Grady County, subject to the action of the Democratic primary to be held in August. I have been a resident of this county for the past sixteen years and resided at Gainsville, Texas, for many years prior to moving to this place. I have always affiliated with the Democratic party, and have never before asked for any public office, but many of my friends have asked me to make the race for county clerk, and acting upon their suggestion and because of the financial support the office will give, I have decided to make the race. I have had considerable experience in clerical work, such that in my opinion fits me to fill this position, and I wish to state to the taxpayers of this county that should they elect me to the office of county clerk the office will have my best services and ability. Respectfully. Tom Peery Mrs. Riddle visited Chickasha on Thursday. TUESDAY’S FIRE A N. Murphy, insurance agent furnishes us with the annexed figures in connection with Tuesday night’s fire: C. S. Huntley, insured in the Springfield Fire Insurance Company for $3,375. and the German American Insurance Company for $3,375., making a total of $6,750; J. F. Glover, $3,600 in the National Fire Insurance Company and $3,600 in the Fidelity Phoenix; and R. L. Glover $2,000 in the Home of New York. Samuel W. Hays, of Chickasha, has tendered his resignation to Gov. Cruce as chief justice of the supreme court and will oppose Senator Gore for the Democratic nomination at the August primary. Dr. Thomas F. Berry, of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, who served in the Confederate Army, was captured thirteen times, sent to prison seven times and escaped while on the way to prison six times, and was twice under death sentence when he escaped. He received twenty-one bullet wounds, three saber cuts and two bayonet wounds during his service in the army. Had he been in the Union or Federal Army he would now be drawing a pension of about $10,000. per month. SPRAY FROM THE SPRINGS George McCown is up and about again, ready for business. E. L. Taylor met with a surprise on April 1; his mare gave birth to twins. Ollie Beeson and Harvey Williams spent Sunday with their parents. Mrs. D. C. McCarthy, who has recently returned form an extended visit to California, and whose home is now in Chickasha, is spending a week among old friends in Rush. California seems to have agreed with her. Mr.. Kirkendall, who lives four miles west, was in town Friday afternoon to take his daughter home for a week’s end visit. Miss Kirkendall is attending our excellent high school and making fine progress in her studies. Mr. Rhodes, wife and child, son-in-law of Prof. McCord, one of our former well known school teachers, have arrived in Rush from Carthage, Missouri, and propose to locate here. Mrs. Bumpers, who was called to Wetumpka, has returned. Her friend will regret to learn that her mother lived only a short time after her arrival. Sunday visitors in Rush: Misses Carmen Hampton and Sue Gilkey and Ross Cox, T. W. Foreman and Ted Burnett. Tom Leverett, of near Elgin, is on a visit to Rush. His looks indicate that a residence in that neighborhood agrees with him. Judge Meachen wishes us to say that he has to attend the district court at Duncan all next week and his office at Rush will not be open. Taylor Green, the reliable real estate man of Marlow, was in Rush Springs Friday last on business. Mr. Green is an old time resident of Marlow, has scads of friends and they propose to run him for county commissioner from the north end of Stephens County. Taxpayers will make no mistake if they elect Taylor Green to guard their tax burdens, as we understand the matter. The Landmark, 11 April 1914 ISSUE MISSING The Landmark, 18 April 1914 CONFEDERATE VETERANS Joe Shelby Camp, No. 975, will hold their annual lovefeast in Chickasha, Saturday, April 25, 1914. All old Confederate soldiers, the Daughters of the Confederacy and Sons of Confederates are cordially invited to come out en-masse. NEW HOPE NEWS Mrs. Clatos, of Kansas, is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Youngblood this week. Mrs. C. reports wheat and oats looking better here than in Kansas. Mr. Breech, formerly of Marlow, is now living where J. Rippy lived last year. Mr. Beech is specializing with a fine breed of chickens this year. "Pete" Bonar reports that some boys a few days ago were out trying to act the "April fool" and made a raid on his fruit cellar. Mr. and Mrs. Baker gave a singing last Saturday night. From all reports in was well enjoyed by all. Sunday school was permanently organized at New Hope last Sunday. The following officials were elected: T. B. Bailey superintendent, Pearl Baker secretary and treasurer, and Lulu Johnson organist. The teachers names we did not learn. Sunday school will be at ten o’clock in the morning, singing at three o’clock in the evening. There was an entertainment at L. Walravin’s last Monday night. All who attended report they had a royal time. Lem Lowery was reported to be sick last Sunday. Monday morning he was able to work – loss of sleep – perhaps. Dr. Finley, of Rush, was visiting with V. Simpson Sunday. Jess Dorman was visiting at Mr. Lowery’s Sunday. Jess has recently purchased a new buggy and has been appointed a committee of one to safely conduct some lady to and from Sunday school entertainments, etc. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey were visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Watters Sunday. It is only three weeks until school is out. Miss Mary Cambron has made a good success teaching our school this year. G. W. Beard happened to the misfortune last week of getting a cow killed on the railroad west of this place. V. Simpson marketed hogs in Rush last Monday. R. R. Southerland has purchased hog wire sufficient to extend his already large pasture. SPRAY FROM THE SPRINGS Misses Mayme and Mattye Dawkins visited Chickasha this week. The addition of a new room and free use of paint has given Dan Jackson’s residence a neat and home like appearance. W. L. Green is now absent in Kansas City visiting his sick son. M. E. Lewis, the photographer, is turning out some good work in his line. W. M. Huntley, Miss Francis Jolly and Miss Lorez McRae were visitors to Chickasha this week. John Coyle was one of the delegates from Grady County to the Republican convention at Oklahoma City on Tuesday. Robert McCarthy, now of Chickasha, visited old friends on Rush Saturday and Sunday. He has recently returned from California and likes that country but thinks Oklahoma people are the best. EASTER SUNDAY Mrs. Newton entertained her Sunday school class last Saturday with an Easter party. The children enjoyed hunting eggs, also the ice cream and candy served. The Landmark, 25 April 1914 LEE McREYNOLDS FOR COUNTY WEIGHER Among The Landmark visitors last Saturday was Lee McReynolds, of Chickasha. He is a pleasant and enterprising citizen and when the primary votes are counted will be heard from. Mr. McReynolds is a native of Texas and came to this country 21 years ago, locating at Ryan. Seventeen years ago he came to Chickasha, and for ten years he was manager of the lumber yard in that city. Since he retired from that position he has been engaged in the transfer business there. At the present time Mr. McReynolds is a member of the board of education but he never ran for the office – it was simply "thrust upon him." This is his maiden attempt as an office-seeker. "I am sure that I have had enough experience in weighing to be able to perform the duties of the office satisfactorily," said he, "and if the people want me for the place I shall do my best to give them good service. In the event I am elected I shall always be found on duty, ready to serve the people to the best of my ability." SUNSHINE BEARERS An organized Sunday school class was entertained by the president, Jesse Allen, Tuesday night. The young people enjoyed meeting together, playing games and the refreshments of cake and lemonade served by Mrs. Allen. T. M. KELLY ANNOUNCES FOR COUNTY TREASURER I have lived in Grady County, Oklahoma, for more than twelve years, farming in Hillsboro township until one year ago, then moving to Chickasha. I am a native of Kentucky and was a Confederate soldier under Gen. John H. Morgan. After the war engaged in school teaching and farming. Have always taken an active part in politics as a Democrat. I am asking for the office of Treasurer of Grady County, and if I was not fully qualified to take care of it I never would have announced myself as candidate. Respectfully, T. W. Kelly ACME GLEANINGS R. H. Dunn is on the sick list at this writing. Rev. Bell of Chickasha filled is appointment at Acme last Saturday night, Sunday and Sunday night. Rev. Allen filled his appointment at Acme the second Sunday. Rev. Alcorn of Marlow will preach at Acme the first Sunday in May. Carl Johnson was called to the bedside of his sick father last Wednesday night at Marlow. He died Thursday and was buried Friday. Roy Steger was on the sick list several days last week. Jim Horn attended the funeral of his uncle, Mr. Johnson, at Marlow last Friday. Oscar Dryden, the hog man, was in Acme Friday buying fat hogs for the market. KILLS WIFE AND SELF IN STREET Double Tragedy at Ardmore Follows Domestic Discord Ardmore – Bob Pryor went to the Daniels Rooming House on West Broadway to see his wife from whom he was separated. He drew a gun to slay her and the frightened woman ran to the street to evade him. He followed and shot the woman in the back of the head. She fell dead. He turned the gun upon himself and his lifeless body fell six feet from that of his wife. Both wounds were in the head. The shooting took place in a thickly settled residence section and many women and children saw the deed. Pryor has been in police court for disturbing his wife and it is said that he was urging her to live with him again following an separation. Pryor was 35 years of age. EASTER ROBBERY ENDS IN DEATH Night Watchman Kills Burglar at McAlester McAlester – Charles Belville, 18, is dead and Otto Giguer, 19, is in the county jail as the result of an attempt to rob a South Main Street Store early Easter morning. Homer Noel, a third member of the gang, escape. The killing of Belville and the arrest of Giguer was effected by James McCully, night patrolman. McCulley saw them inside the store from a front window and ordered them to surrender. Noel ran, while the other two attempted to hide behind boxes and McCulley, expected trouble, fired. When Belville fell mortally wounded, Giguer yelled his capitulation. ROFF MAN KILLED HIS STEPSON R. H. Elliott Shot In Self-Defense When Boy Attacked Him Roff – R. H. Elliott shot and killed his stepson , John Jenkins, following a family quarrel which started between Jenkins and others. It is said that John Jenkins attacked his brother, Allie, and the step-father interfered in behalf of Allie, when the other Jenkins turned on Elliott with a knife. Elliott shot when he thought he was acting in self-defense. LETTER FROM ARKANSAS Editor of Landmark You perhaps will be somewhat surprised at receiving this letter from an Arkansas. I had the pleasure of meeting you in 1912 at the Plaster mill at a musical convention, where I had heard some most excellent and soul inspiring music by Prof. Combs. I often think of an expression I heard on that occasion: "Oklahoma would be a great country to live in if a person could subsist on pure air, sunshine and scenery: However, on our visit to your splendid town and country and hospitable, bighearted, industrious, intelligent people, I learned, not from hearsay but from actual experience, that there was a good deal more than scenery, air and sunshine. Your school building speaks in thunder tones to all visitors of the intelligent, public spirited citizenship of Rush Springs. Mrs. Estes and myself were royally entertained by our children, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Harper and family, who took great pleasure in showing us your beautiful and fertile country. I want to thank Dr. Finley for a standing invitation to go out with him, which I accepted and saw much of the country. We visited many of Mrs. Estes’ old Baxter County, Arkansas friends. I read The Landmark and enjoy it on account of its religious and high moral tone. Stockmen and others, who attended the Cattleman’s convention at Oklahoma City, should have shown their displeasure at the immoral acts that took place on that occasion. Allow me to congratulate The Landmark for being always on the side of those who are "battling for the Lord" – the salt of the earth,. Now Mr. Editor, I want to say a few things about our little city, Harrison, Boone County, Arkansas. Visitors assert it to be the best town in the United States so remote from a railroad. The town has had a steady growth from its birth, but grew more rapidly when the M. & N. A. Railroad machine shops were located here. Harrison has splendid school buildings, between 700 and 800 pupils, and the school board is now receiving bids for an $8000 ward school building. Business buildings, canning plant, ice plant, electric plant and new dwellings are being erected on every side. The town is located in the famous Crooked Creek Valley, the Egypt of North Arkansas, the great fruit belt. With the best wishes for The Landmark, Rush Springs and Oklahoma will bring my letter to a close. Respectfully B. M. Estes H. C. Price was granted a divorce Wednesday afternoon from Myrtle Price. This is his second divorce. It is reported that each time the same fellow took away his wife. After taking the first, the fellow kept her until Price married again and when he appeared and took the second wife. Lawton Constitution SPRAYS FROM THE SPRINGS S. H. Parrish, of Dew, Texas and G. W. McGeehee of Rush Springs, have renewed their subscriptions to Landmark this week. Mr. McGeehee makes it a standing rule whenever he finishes planting corn in the spring to call at The Landmark office and leave one dollar to our bank account. A man like him always lives to a good old age and has a clear conscience. Frank Burross and wife made an auto trip to Sterling Sunday. L. W. Long was a visitor to Chickasha this week. Mrs. D. H. McCarthy is in Rush on a visit and will probably remain for a time. Miss Gertrude Finley is visiting her brother Dr. Finley and wife. Mrs. Sanders and her granddaughter, Miss Worsham, were visitors to Chickasha on Tuesday. Mrs. Barney Blue has been seriously ill for the past two weeks. Ross Cox, assistant county clerk, was in town Thursday visiting relatives. A. C. Bumpers has returned from a ten days trip to Danville, Arkansas, where he went, with his fox hounds, to participate in a wolf chase. R. E. Harris, manager of the Antrim Lumber Company, attended the banquet at Chickasha Tuesday night given by the Commercial and Farm Bureau. He repots a large crowd and that some fine talks were made on farming, after which a fine supper was served by the Presbyterian ladies of Chickasha which was a credit to them. A. H. Davis was on the sick list Sunday, unable to superintend the Methodist Sunday school. Rev. Allen is attending the district meeting at Marlow. Messrs Bumpers, Roberts, Leftwich and Evans are laymen. A marriage license has been issued to John Jacksong, of Temple, Texas, to Mrs. Jennie Cambron, of Rush Springs, Oklahoma. Henry Hughes, a one-time grocery merchant in Rush Springs, is now engaged in the baggage smashing business at Oklahoma City. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Return to Grady County Archives: http://www.usgwarchives.net/ok/grady/grady.html