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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1910
Page
4
A note marked second class matter at the Ada Oklahoma post office under the 3d Act of Congress of 1879 indicates admission on July 17th.
Byron Norrell announces purchase of Yeager and Ellsworth job business becoming sole proprietor with Yeager as business manager and Ellsworth as foreman. They pledge continued high standards and prompt service and seek ongoing patronage for the Democrat after retirement notices from Yeager and Ellsworth.
In Macon Missouri Judge Shelton cautions jurors about newspaper impact as prosecutors quiz talesmen in a murder case. Vinita Leader notes the Democratic Party must shift from criticism to action and urges harmonizing differences while rooting out graft without mercy.
The writer argues juries should be chosen for intelligence rather than ignorance. If more jurors possessed average intelligence and read the newspapers, miscarriages of justice would lessen. More common sense is urged in interpreting laws.
A call for united action to sell unallotted lands to actual settlers on easy terms. Petitions will be circulated and forwarded to interior and Congress. The Democrat plans to print a blank form to gather signatures to press relief for farmers and remove current restrictions.
Editor Clark announces he will settle in Francis Wigwam after buying the Rev. Thos. Nelson place east of Orrin Nelson's store. He intends to remain a fixture in the community despite prior expectations of his departure.
Writer Hartshorne notes poets and editors struggle to describe brides without using non superlative adjectives. He jokes that it is a capital offense to employ any adjective not in the superlative degree. The remark highlights demands for lofty language in wedding write ups.
Kate Bernards reports say mistreatment at a Norman private asylum where the state holds part of its insane. She denounces management and charges may lead to legal action. If sustained, responsible parties could face imprisonment for offenses against humanity.
A Guthrie report accuses Democratic editors of spreading falsehoods about the governor after a meeting, claiming the coverage misrepresented the request for a special session. The piece portrays the event as a political misdirection by the state capital press.
The article recounts how Republicans opposed tax limits during the convention and later supported a higher rate, while accusing Democrats of imposing high taxes. It notes continued partisan rhetoric as the tax rate reached its current level.
A note from the Texas Signal urges a caller in town to pay a dollar owed on a subscription. The editor states they don’t need the money but the seller of goods is causing unrest and asking for payment.
A gathering of about forty to fifty Oklahoma Democratic editors met at Guthrie to discuss reform and possible special legislative session. The governor, invited to speak, hinted at a possible special session and editors debated how to express their stance before adjourning for a Pawhuska banquet.
United States District Attorney W H Atwell clarifies that the 1878 provision against issuing notes or checks under one dollar remains in force in the new code effective Jan 1 1910. He notes that a personal check settled to discharge an obligation is lawful when not circulated as money, while highlighting prior U S Supreme Court interpretations.
W C Jones will devote time to reorganizing locals of Pontotoc county for the Farmers' Union. The state union is reviving with Dawes's encouragement and aims to renew cooperation among Oklahoma farmers.
The Singers and Teachers Convention of Pontotoc County meets in Bebee Oklahoma for its regular session on January 22 and 23 1910 Clubs are urged to be represented and music lovers invited Respectfully Miltons Ter Corresponding Secretary Oakman Oklahoma
In pursuance of a District Court order dated November 12 1909 Sheriff T J Smith of Pontotoc County Oklahoma will levy and sell 40 acres described as NE quarter NE quarter of the SW quarter W half of NE quarter of SW quarter NE quarter of NW quarter of SW quarter Section 35 Township 3 North Range East to satisfy a judgment of 1240 principal and 77.50 costs plus 8 percent interest from October 29 1909. Sale at 1 PM February 12 1910 at the front door of the courthouse in Ada Oklahoma to the highest bidder for cash. A L Miles USheriff.
In Pur suance of an order of sale in Pontotoc County Oklahoma the sheriff offers for sale on February 12, 1910 at 1 30 PM at the Ada Court House the described 3 1 2 acres of the NE 1 4 of SE 1 4 and the N 1 2 of SE 1 4 of the SW 1 4 of Sec 11 Township 3 N Range East in Pontotoc County to satisfy a judgment in favor of W C Rollow against A T Taylor guardian for Charley and Cornelia Blue for 350 07 and costs with 6 interest from Oct 1 1905. Witness T J Smith Sheriff.
A vintage advertisement praises Electric Bitters to restore boyhood vitality by toning stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims modern digestion is weak and appetites fade, offering the tonic for 50 cents at Gwin and Mays Co.
R L Walker from Vaness spent Monday in Ada sightseeing. In Purcell on Sunday we met J E Hurry formerly with L T Walters. He holds a good position at Purcell. We are sorry his wife is near death from consumption.
Ramsey claims Mi o na relieves belching sour stomach gas and heartburn in five minutes with a money back guarantee. A Wakefield Massachusetts user says two Mi o na boxes cured a year of indigestion and would not be without it. Pills also promote Booth's Pills for constipation at 25 cents.
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