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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1907
Page
5
Byron Norrell and Captain Jack Mills listed as proprietors and editors of the Ada based paper Grigsby and Norrell. The issue is entered as second class matter under the 1879 act and admitted for publication on July 17 1906.
The Democrat suspects plans of fifteen cent cotton rhetoric this fall, attributing much of the talk to bucket shop gamblers preparing to fleece the public again in the futures market.
A pragmatic resident who actively works for the community contrasts with passive critics. He provides practical guidance on city and state matters, stressing constructive contribution over mere commentary.
Neatness and cleanliness are praised as true manliness while criticizing a vain pretender who wears cuffs and collars yet lacks earnings or savings. The remark calls out superficial polish over real substance and financial prudence.
A columnist argues that allocating half of annual Fourth of July fireworks budgets to a hospital fund could not cover burial costs and medical care for those harmed by the celebrations. The piece emphasizes protection, prevention, and public welfare over spectacle.
Agent McNair reports the Friso railroad has reorganized its department of claims to settle all claims rapidly and amicably without relying on professional collection agencies from large cities.
The editor warns Ada residents to store ample coal now while prices are low. Mine operators and the railroad seek to strike favorable terms during a slow business period, encouraging proactive preparation for next winter.
A sharp critique targets the state capital as it weighs Democrat gerrymandering and contends for new maps. A young curate of crammed insults likens the situation to a crude attack, urging Republicans to present their congressional and delegate district outlines.
Advocates urge Ada city council to pass or strictly enforce a curfew to aid youth protection and ease police workload. Comment highlights officers' good work and suggests a rigid curfew would sustain moral standards in the Territory.
The fragment attacks a loudmouth's intrusive behavior and ignorance, noting his habit of interrupting conversations and exposing his egotism in public. It critiques his lack of self awareness and public nuisance without specific names or events.
A father’s strict care for a young bird dog contrasts with neglect of his son. The piece argues parental vigilance shapes future behavior and condemns ignoring a child’s company and leisure, urging responsibility to prevent crime and ruin.
A collection of quotes from The Press Gang and The Dallas News on nerve and boldness in women and men. The text cites examples from a Kentucky preacher in Lancaster and a Philadelphia Inquirer remark about opening telegrams and jackpots. Local sports betting banter and Kansas anecdotes appear regarding a jack pot with prayer.
In Pontotoc county a mother named Mrs. Thomas in a deranged act shot and killed her 17 year old deaf mute daughter Mamie Thomas after which she wounded her husband Joe Thomas. The scene occurred at the family home in Roff and left the son and father devastated.
Meyer Barton informs that conflict will begin when the city enforces a crossing lighting ordinance for the M E and T railroad. The road will likely challenge the ordinance validity arguing infrequent night trains. If the railroad had shown respect for city ordinances, it might have fared better.
Fragments show a road project across the town fuels revenue and prosperity concerns. The article notes inconsistent attitudes from officials and citizens about the road’s value and future impact.
Farmers in Egypt precinct held a mass meeting and contracted to build a 270 saw gin on Mr. Gregory's farm with modern equipment. They impulsively began steps for a telephone line to Ada and seek a local post office. Mr. Beatty of Bebee will operate the gin, with construction starting next Tuesday and aims for rapid completion.
The text contrasts American laxity with European respect for authority, attributing stronger citizen obedience to compulsory military service. It argues that universal conscription, except in England, instills discipline and reverence for powers that govern society during the service term.
In a vivid pursuit the court officials pursue John D. Rockefeller, likening their chase to a boy pursuing a woodpecker. They cannot capture him easily, but can unsettle and worry him with persistent effort.
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