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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1910
Page
3
The notice lists postal filing as second class in Ada Oklahoma under federal act revisions. It specifies subscription rates: one year one dollar, six months fifty cents, three months unspecified. The item reflects a newspaper's business notice.
The Democrat announces candidates for the Democratic primary in August. Listed are candidates for Judge 7th District two to elect Tom D McKeown A T West R M Rainey. State Senator J W Davis Reuben M Roddie. Representative John P Crawford. County Judge Conway O Barton A M Croxton E S Ratliff. County Attorney Robt L Wimbish. Sheriff George Thompson Sam McClure L E Lem Mitchell J E Fussell Andy Chapman. County Clerk M F Dew S W Kerr. District Clerk W T Cox L C Lindsey. Register of Deeds C C Hargis Wilmer B Jones. County Superintendent T F Pierce. County Treasurer J W Westbrook J K Scroggin R H Rit Erwin. County Weigher Sherwood Hill. Justice Ada Township H J Brown. Constable Ada Township E L Bunch. Commissioner Dist 1 J R Lambert. Commissioner Dist 2 J M Eaton Co W Floyd G W Montgomery.
The death of Mark Twain is mourned worldwide. He brightened a troubled era with wit and wisdom, sparking readers with word pictures and bold critiques, notably challenging Christian Science leaders. His memory remains sacred to those whose lives he illuminated.
A local editor urges Byron Norrell of Ada Democrat to accept a no cost bid for state representative. The letter argues the job is unpaid and risky, but suggests Norrell would be a good choice and asks newspapers to back him without charging or cost. The opposing editor notes legislative pay is too small to justify leaving regular work.
A new five column newspaper under W. C. Bridwell launches along Pon totoc county shores. The editor promises a venue for Republican views and remarks on political viability, noting Democrat decline if it fails to meet reader interest.
The passage argues reformers like Patterson rose on anti graft sentiment but quickly became entrenched in power becoming the king crook of the gang. It notes treason within ranks erodes reform movements and breeds public fatigue with graft battles.
The Democrat reports Hamilton Nation, former city editor of the News, has continued to prove his abilities at Oss after his work at Ada and with the Foss Enterprise.
Notice from J. C. Cates County Treasurer and J. W. Westbrook deputy states all Freedmen land and allottees not in the suit against the payment of taxes for 1909 are taxable and will be advertised if taxes remain unpaid.
Card thanks friends and neighbors for unselfish help and sympathy during illness and death of their little boy. May God bless you, from Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Grady.
Ada Oklahoma notes a druggist endorsement for Hall's Texas Wonder as the best medicine for kidney bladder and rheumatic issues. Price offered is 60 days treatment for $1.00. Campbell’s Stain and Floor Finish marketed as durable and woodlike, with Mad-Ox Drug Co. offering samples of flooring coated finish.
Ada resident Mrs. H L Sadler of Coalgate reports severe backache dizziness and constant kidney pain improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The testimonial notes relief from headaches and urinary troubles and urges readers to buy the 50 cent remedy from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, sole US agents.
Byron Norrell requests residents of Ada to report any missed people in the first and second wards as enumeration nears completion. He stresses the census will influence Ada's standing for ten years.
An old advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a preventive remedy. It claims the pills gently stimulate the stomach liver and bowels to prevent ailments including apyendicitis and constipation. The product is offered for 25 cents at Gwin and Mays Co.
An Ada Democrat advertisement promotes Hyomei as a quick relief for catarrh cold in the head and cough. The ad touts eucalyptus based antiseptic benefits, simple use, and a complete outfit for 1.00 with Ramsey Drug Co. offering refills at 50 cents.
Corn mill and wood yard on North Broadway offered for sale by W. T. Tarkenton of Ada Oklahoma. Sale includes property and business assets as listed.
The record shows pairs including J R Jones Ada 20 with Pearl Roper 16 and Geo Melton Wewoka 22 with Emily Hoover Francis 19 among several others. Additional entries include J H Stephens Stonewall 23 with Bessie M O Nea l Stonewall 15 and more pairs from Rebee Bebee and Ada areas.
A health advertisement claims Electric Bitters strengthens stomach liver kidneys and bowels, purifies blood, and invigorates the body for daily work. It cites W. M. Sherman of Cushing Maine who recovered after kidney trouble after three bottles. Available at Gwin & Mays Co for 50 cents.
Notice in Pottowotomic County Oklahoma that Humphrey Colbert as Special Administrator has filed final account for John Hawkins deceased. A settlement date is set for May 11 1910 at 10 AM in Ada County Court to approve distribution and allow objections. Joel Terrell County Judge affixes seal.
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma guardian Neely A Owens petitions to sell the ward Ola Owens real estate. The hearing is set for May 2 8 1910 at 16 o clock at which heirs and interested parties must appear or a copy may be published in Ada Weekly Democrat for three weeks. Joel Terrell County Judge dated April 26 1910.
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma a guardian seeks court approval to sell the real estate of minor ward W. W. Spence. The hearing is set for May 28, 1910 at 10 a.m. Bedrock details require next of kin or interested parties to appear or a published notice in the Ada Weekly Democrat for three weeks. Joel Terrell, County Judge, dated April 27, 1910.
A seller offers fine cotton seed for sale and invites buyers to contact Ada Milling Co for the very best improved seed.
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