• A woman driving east of Okmulgee on Morris Road bought whisky and sped along in a reckless, weaving manner. Her reckless driving led to a fatal accident, and though she fled, she surrendered hours later while still intoxicated. The trial revealed her condition, and records noted this as one of the first cases in Okmulgee where a speeding driver was sentenced to prison for killing someone with an automobile.

• The Okmulgee High School lyceum staged its biggest event of the year by showing Peter Pan, with Betty Bronson in the lead role. The film was praised as one of America’s greatest productions, drawing excitement in the community. Adding to the evening, Mr. Sears’ tumbling club gave its first demonstration of the year, providing a lively program alongside the feature.

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• The Okmulgee County Farm Bureau introduced “Meat checks” as a creative way to support Oklahoma’s struggling meat industry. Russell Miller of Beggs, the county Farm Bureau president, explained that the program aimed to encourage families to buy and consume more locally produced meat, strengthening both agriculture and the state’s economy. Available in $5 denominations, the certificates could be purchased at the Farm Bureau office or through participating grocers, and were promoted as practical holiday gifts that also helped sustain Oklahoma’s number one industry.

• Dairy Queen in Okmulgee announced something new on its menu – a hot bowl of chili with beans, priced at 75 cents. The advertisement promoted the dish as “a meal in itself ”and claimed it was “even better than mom’s,” highlighting its old-world flavor and hearty appeal.

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