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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
4
A reader asks why a newspaper does not publish all truth regardless of impact. The editorial argues public policy and decency, noting exposing private sins harms innocent people and can undermine trust in humanity. It asserts restraint prevents wider distress.
A weary observer notes a begging man displaying deformity to gain sympathy yet argues charity should extend to all. The writer urges magnifying virtues and avoiding sparing critics based on wealth or influence.
The article accuses Dr. Cook of fabricating Arctic exploits, claiming he duped the world while Peary faced backlash. It notes Cook gained fame, lectured widely, and vanished with his spoils, leaving a warning about celebrity hoaxes.
The piece cites Miss Kate Barnard as a fearless reformer and backs Judge A G Winn for Ada postmaster. Winn, a strong Republican with a solid record, is praised for leadership in the Territory and past service, including U S Commissioner and state committeeman duties. If appointed, he is seen as a first class postmaster.
A political contest shows the weight of personal influence on voters and candidates. The text notes Bill Murray faced a tougher result in a prior clash, suggesting loyalties are shifting and encounters shape outcomes as the campaign unfolds.
Large turnout of teachers at district and state meetings signals strong engagement in Oklahoma educational affairs. Progressively minded men and women lead and shape policy and practice across the state educational system.
A cautionary remark notes that revealing information about an opponent should wait until you gauge how much he already knows about you, suggesting he may have learned your name before your arrival in Oklahoma.
A wireless item quotes Dr. Cooks asserting that stealing a good name is trash while stealing a purse costs one hundred thousand in cash, prompting discussion on reputation and crime ethics. The message frames theft as a contrast between character and material loss, highlighting public interest in moral standards.
Center residents note good health and cold days as wood gathering dominates work while families celebrate a new four pound girl. J J Copeland hosts Ada visitors and Moth er and babe prosper. A memorial day firework mishap occurs as center teachers present a school program.
A local Christmas tree display drew praise for its suitable and crowd pleasing program of recitations declamations and dialogues. The tree, though not costly, stood out and supported its heavy load with festooned decorations and popcorn strings lit by colored tapers, recalling days gone by. PETE SPILKINS.
D R Johnson, Kingston real estate dealer and former Messenger editor, was in Ada yesterday and paid a brief call on the Democrat newspaper office.
The Sheriff of Pontotoc County Oklahoma will sell at Ada at 1 PM on Jan 1 1910 the NE quarter of the NE quarter of the SW quarter the W half of the NE quarter of the SW quarter and the NE quarter of the NW quarter of the SW quarter in Section 35 Township 3 North East Ranger containing 40 acres to satisfy a judgment for 1240 principal plus 77.50 costs and 8 percent interest from Oct 29 1909. Sale to highest bidder for cash at the courthouse door. Witness T J Smith Sheriff A L Miles Deputy.
Fishermen Guy Griffith James Harvey and three others in the launch Beta report a 40 foot sea serpent with a brown head and large eyes seen 18 miles off the coast. The creature reportedly swayed its head like a snake, bore a 15 foot dorsal fin, and spat a heavy sinker back with force. The sighting mirrors other recent reports near the Philippines and northern shores.
This excerpt counsels maintaining self respect and valuing worthy opinions. It urges readers to avoid foolish conceit while striving for genuine worth, recognizing limits, and aiming for the best they can attain regardless of station. It emphasizes character over wealth and personal integrity.
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma on November 22 1909 Sheriff notices sale of Lots 1 and 2 Block 56 in Ada to satisfy a June 21 1909 foreclosure judgment for 251.50 plus 16.65 costs at 8 percent interest. Sale at the Ada Court House front door to the highest cash bidder January 3 1910. Signed A L Miles Deputy.
Justice of the Peace W H Nettles in Pontotoc County Oklahoma issues an attachment order in favor of M C Copeland for forty dollars with interest and costs. The defendant W L Plemmons is absent and a publication will run three consecutive weeks in Ada Weekly Democrat announcing the hearing set for January 11 1910 at 10 AM at the Farmers State Bank Ada.
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