Ada Post Office Listing Admission Date
A notice indicates the item was entered at the Ada Oklahoma post office as second class matter under the 1879 Act and admitted on July 17.
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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1910
Page
4
A notice indicates the item was entered at the Ada Oklahoma post office as second class matter under the 1879 Act and admitted on July 17.
The Democratic party announces candidates for several offices to be decided in the August primary. They list two for Judge of the 7th District, others for State Senator, County Judge, Sheriff, County Clerk, County Superintendent, County Treasurer, County Weicher, Justice of the Peace Ada Township, Constable Ada Township, and Commissioner District No. 2, with the names provided for each position.
The article reviews a proposed constitutional amendment to repeal the rail consolidation ban. Chairman Jack Love of the Corporation Commission advocates easing constraints. the editorial opposes ceding state control and favors limited consolidation. It argues Texas roads should maintain state offices and cautions hostility from the public despite past economic gains.
The text condemns professional gamblers who lure young boys into their games and fleece them. It notes the allure of gambling and the ease with which they evade police, risking only occasional fines, while Ada is praised for overall cleanliness but policed by a small, unwanted gambling presence.
The Arapaho Bee declares a Democratic tidal wave is coming and asserts Republicans are driving it forward. It argues the party should prepare for the surge and critiques past tactics as poor politics from Mary Ellen Lease’s era.
The Chickasha unit with 486 members pays 1.50 monthly dues totaling 702 monthly, inspiring Durant to organize similar booster support. The Ada editorial urges a chamber of commerce and broad booster participation to boost visibility and economic activity, suggesting members contribute via dues or active work.
The Ada census starts this morning to shape decadewise figures. Jno D McCoy leads the west side district from Townsend Avenue northward while Byron Norrell covers the east side moving north. Citizens are urged to report omissions to assist accuracy.
The Oklahoma City Times released a mammoth special edition Friday to commemorate Oklahoma's 22nd birthday. It overflows with state facts and resources meant to inspire residents and attract visitors, showcasing booster spirit that has made Oklahoma City a regional metropolis.
The Beaver Democrat harshly labels any who claim Democratic membership as sneaks or grafters, urging loyalty to Jefferson and Gore and demanding expulsion for corrupt behavior. The piece defends true Democrats as possessing moral obligation and condemns impostors within the party.
The article argues that despite years of pessimism from political observers the Democratic party is reviving. It cites recent congressional elections in Missouri and Massachusetts and municipal races nationwide as proof that the party’s demise is delayed and its life persists beyond expectations.
A Democrat man acknowledges receipt of an invitation and ticket to the Donaghey hotel opening at Allen last evening. He regrets not attending due to press duties and census work starting today.
A brief report notes that many men fail in advertising results, citing common errors and the need for clearer messaging. Analysts urge firms to refine targeting and measure outcomes to improve responses.
A hunter fails to bring down a bird after loading only half a charge of ammunition, the incomplete shot leaving the game unharmed as reported in the field notes.
The Rev superintendent Cameron preached at Guthrie Sunday on Forgiveness. He forecast the next sermon after the August primaries would address Hell and Damnation.
Corn mill and wood yard offered for sale on North Broadway Ada Oklahoma by W T Tarkenton. Details listed with seller contact for interested buyers.
The Shawnee Daily Herald now published by the State Publishing Company reports growth from 1200 to 4500 average daily circulation. Lloyd C. Cullison expanded local agency with over 200 subscribers and a growing list. the paper receives full Associated Press service.
A fiery plea urges Oklahoma citizens to defend constitutional independence on June 11 against railroad pressure. The author accuses railroads of funding petitions and threatens to dismantle the constitutional protections won in 1907.
J. E. Love, chairman of the Corporation Commission, urges Oklahoma citizens to back state control over railroads in a referendum. He accuses railroads of delaying depots and refunds, notes rapid track growth in Oklahoma, and frames the amendment as a fight between railroads and people.
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