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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1907
Page
1
The Democrat party announces candidates subject to Democratic primaries including United States Senate candidate M. L. Turner, Congress candidates D. H. Linesavay and E. P. Hill, Sheriff candidates A. A. Gus Bossitt and L. E. Lem Mitchell, County Judge candidate L. Thomas, and James D. Gaard and J. Cannon for further county posts.
In the Commissioner's Court in the Indian Territory Southern District at Ada S E Chapman plaintiff against Dr W Carl defendant the defendant is warned to appear in thirty days and answer the complaint Witness my hand and seal of office January 30 1907 U G Winn US Commissioner J F McKeel Attorney J W Dean hereby appointed attorney for non resident defendant First published Feb 1 1907
All over the county notices report a fine son born to Mr and Mrs D S Hammock on the 5th. A Wooldredge estate 210 acre farm near Roff sold for 2800 to Mr Moore of Pauls Valley. Mrs Celia Beggs dies near town leaving three sons. Easter set for March 31 and new Lenten season begins. An interurban railway between Allen and Adam proposed. Local dances, subscriptions, and marriages noted along with a new frame store building contract at Main and Harrison streets.
A large audience enjoyed a refined program by the Cicilian Club at the opera house last Monday. The ladies presented piano duets and vocal numbers led by director Arthur Stotts, with notable pieces such as Piff Paff and Annie Laurie. If future performances match this level, the venue may need enlargement or outdoor shows to accommodate the crowd.
Pontotoc county Democrats met at Mayor Wood's office with C. J. Moore presiding to adopt a plan of organization. The resolution authorizes the chairman to appoint township members to call mass meetings on March 2 1907 to elect township committeemen and convene March 9 1907 to organize the County Central Committee. Names and locations of township appointees are listed. Furman for U S Senate endorsed unanimously.
In Ada precinct Charlie Thomas announces his candidacy for constable on the Democratic ticket. A native Texan with a long state and Indian Territory life, he is described as honest and successful in Ada as a former drug business owner who retired due to health. His name is expected to appear frequently on election night.
A wry line from a satirical column recalls a columnist asking who branded the groundhog a fool. The remark captures local tongue in cheek about seasonal forecasts and weather lore.
Yesterday afternoon the rooms of Prof Granger Mrs Barton and Miss Thompson at the North Side school united in a Washington's birthday program. Dr Hodges delivered an address that was appreciated by pupils and teachers.
A fire Monday afternoon destroyed William Gaddis’s barn and smokehouse five miles northeast of Roff, including contents. At about the same time O J Cottle’s barn burned and a $150 horse perished in the flames.
Socialists of Pontotoc county are requested to meet in Ada on March 16 for nominating county officers for the coming election. Wm. McDaniel, Chairman Com.
The K. C., L. & P. bonds have been sold and the construction contract awarded. Work will commence within thirty days, signaling faster growth for Ada and a new era of prosperity. Allen aims to link to Ada with an electric line, with residents raising funds this week.
C C Hargis, formerly seeking the tax assessor post, announces a run for Register of Deeds. His business reputation is highlighted as a reason for support and the campaign moves forward after the tax assessor plan was dropped by the convention.
A M Croxton announces his candidacy for county judge. Born in South Carolina soon after the Civil War, he educated himself while farming, later studied law, and has practiced with H M Furman in Ada for about three years. He argues his legal skill suits the county’s post government period.
The First Christian church group formed a Christian Women's Board of Missions auxiliary with officers President Mrs. A H Constant Vice President Mrs C A Galbraith Secretary Mrs E L Kirtley Treasurer Mrs Joe Biles The next meeting is set for Saturday March 6th all interested ladies urged to attend.
Pocket book containing a sum of money lost last Monday on the road to Fitzgerald. Liberal reward offered for its return. Address B F Fanning Fitzhugh Iowa.
Bay pony mare with roach mane and white on one foot, likely blur brand on shoulder with bar underneath. In good condition, wore a red web halter. Reward offered.
In the United States Court in the District a case is named with parties listed as the district court action against J M Bowerman. The record provides limited readable details about the suit.
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