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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1910
Page
1
Sheriff Smith and deputies confiscated 190 cases 15 barrels and three baskets of alcohol in ten days. The Ada area led hauls while Allen saw two wagon loads seized under a new shipping law. Value estimated at $2000, storage at county courthouse.
Dan Smith and J A Williams visited Ada on Tuesday while Mrs J A Williams remains ill. I N Barrett and E J Rus sell of Steedman were in Ada Monday. G T Harrell and M E Shipley were in Ada on business. Steedman sees new pool hall dwelling and meat market construction. Winter is declared, homeseekers search for homes as all land is rented. Mr Shook returns to Steedman and reopens his restaurant.
G W Cox departed yesterday for eastern markets to purchase a fresh line of spring merchandise for the store.
J. D. McQueen of Cleburne Texas is visiting his brother A. M. McQueen, strengthening family ties during the trip.
Citizens with oil shares report a weak gas and oil flow last Sunday and a new oil sand strike on Wednesday yielded enough oil and gas to ignite to ten feet high. Drilling continues rapidly with an expected five to six barrels per day and depth around 1150 feet, with plans to reach 2000 feet if needed.
Mr Bennett visits from Roff on business as sickness spreads locally. J S Jones promotes cheap real estate while welcoming new residents and praising farm activity. The M E Church South schedules a fifth Sunday meeting starting the 27th, with many programs and invites. Charley Stanfield departs with his bride to a new home, and the local school reports good attendance and harmony.
The Ada district census shows 1445 children eligible for public school benefits, up 232 from last year. Of these, 65 live outside city limits and 65 are negro.
Crawford Johnson of Birmingham Alabama bought a corner lot near the laundry and plans a brick building to manufacture beverages and other soft drinks. Ada continues to attract new industries with this development.
Kansas City Star and other papers claimed cement manufacturers formed a trust including the Ada Oklahoma Portland Cement Company. President Beck denied the report emphatically, saying Ada cement is independent and has never contemplated joining a combine. The rumor, likely spread by a rival facing tough times, aims to discredit Ada.
Four Ada banks released annual stockholder and director results. M and P Bank names nine directors and pins C H Rives as president with J W Davis and M B Donaghey as vice presidents and B H Mason as cashier. Oklahoma State Bank lists ten directors and officers led by J W Hays as president and W H Ebey as vice president. Ada National Bank shows seven directors and officers with Tom Hope as president and M C Copeland as vice president.
Farmers State Bank lists directors W. L. Byrd Chas T Barney F O Harriss A M Croxton D C Hybarger Mack C Lee and officers W L Byrd president Chas T Barney vice president F O Harriss cashier.
Elk City business men and farmers rally behind F E Herring for governor saying he is not weak kneed and would lead with honest business sense, saving the party and money according to the Beckham County News.
A list of marriage license records shows names and ages across towns including Lockridge Roff Stratford Stonewall Wapanucka Ada Coalgate Jesse Lawrence Oakman and Franks. Ages range from 15 to 70 with most brides and grooms in their teens twenties and thirties.
Rit H. Erwin declares this week his candidacy for County Treasurer. A seventeen year county resident and former deputy county clerk, he emphasizes merit and qualifications while noting early entry due to opponents. He cites familiarity with tax duties from his previous role and pledges a campaign focused on competence.
E P White route agent of American Express Co says rates on fruit and truck shipments have been reduced and offers encouragement to growers along the route. He met with association officers and members and a meeting is set for Saturday at 1 30 in the rooms of the 25 000 club to discuss mutual interests. President Weaver urges attendance, stressing the meeting's vital importance.
Duke Stone made a badless trip to Guthrie the first of the week, returning Wednesday.
A local shop advertises a broad tinware and enameledware sale with hundreds of items offered at competitive prices. The notice highlights a wide selection and affordable costs to attract customers.
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