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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1910
Page
4
The notice records Ada Oklahoma post office entry as second class matter under the act of March 3 1879 with admitted date July 17 1906 and a one dollar fifty cent stamp value.
The Democrat announces a slate of candidates for multiple offices in the upcoming August primary. Named are McKeown and West for Judge 7th District, Davis and Roddie for State Senator, Crawford Arnold Nettles for Representative, Barham Primm for Flatorial Representative, Barton Croxton Ratliff for County Judge, Wimbish Roland for County Attorney, Thompson McClure Mitchell Fussell Chapman Farmer for Sheriff, Dew Kerr for County Clerk, Cox Lindsey for District Clerk, Wilmer Jones Pierce for County Superintendent, Westbrook Scruggiin Erwin for County Treasurer, Hill for County Weigher, H J Brown for Justice of the Peace Ada Township, E L Bunch for Constable Ada Township, Lambert Rinard Eaton Floyd Montgomery for Commissioner districts, and Mullinax Floyd for Trustee Assessor Chickasaw Township with Floyd seeking re election.
An article quotes a socialist stance arguing that black citizens should not be deprived of the ballot. The piece asserts the ballot enables industrial advancement and notes that Black voters have often voted right more than white workers, challenging prevailing prejudice.
An official argument filed with the Secretary of State by O. F. Branstetter John Hagel Oscar Armeringer W. L. Reynolds and Pat S. Nagle condemns adoption of the Grandfather Clause as labeling Southern white people as murderers libertines and rapists. The Socialists campaign to win Democrats from the South is criticized as branding.
An Ada editorial raises questions about Byron Norrell and his views on love and marriage. A local woman asks if the subject was fatal or if Norrell remains immune to romantic advances. The writer notes Norrell is not immune and that many ladies have approached him on the topic.
A late Cannon Congress report claims record high appropriations totaling 1 054 billion dollars. Despite a growing deficit the body authorized this sum, surpassing the previous Congress by 10 million and dwarfing levels in Cleveland and Lincoln administrations during their wars and economic strains.
A Guthrie commentary argues Oklahoma City should reform its business methods. The piece suggests if Guthrie had heeded similar advice ten years ago, the state’s history might have unfolded differently.
The Duncan Eagle notes the Glorious Fourth appears in three shades red white and blue on paper, framing a patriotic celebration theme.
W H Ebey campaigns in the western part of Oklahoma this week promoting his bid for State Insurance Commissioner. Supporters call him highly qualified and express confidence in his victory.
A Knox County political clash recounts Uncle Sid Tolbert’s disruption of a Democratic club gathering. The county chair and Judge Barton faced Sid’s interruptions while speakers were invited, prompting pointed remarks about Sid’s campaigning persona and potential election impact.
The Steadman precinct gains 24 two 4 north range east from Allen. Union Valley is created from sections 19 20 21 28 29 30 31 32 33 two 3 north range 7 east from Owl Creek. Frisco sections 30 31 two 2 north range 7 east move to Franks. Lawrence created from Knox sections 25 26 27 34 35 36 with voting at Lawrence. Chester precinct discontinued vote at Roff.
John Kifer visited Tupelo area farms and praised fifty acres of corn as among the finest. He said the crop will soon need rain but is not suffering yet due to good cultivation and care.
An Ada resident shares personal relief from backache headaches and kidney issues after using Joans Kidney Pills. She notes past pain from overwork and household duties, claims pills aided recovery, and mentions obtaining them from G M Ramsey Drug Store. Foster Milburn Co. is listed as U S agents.
City council debated bids for paving with Shelby-Downard Ardmore winning at 81 684 44 while Dallas Paving offered 75 758 70. A majority pledged to Shelby-Downard, defeating a motion to award to the lower bidder. Some property owners served notice of contest, likely triggering an injunction. Bidders begin curb work on Main Street.
At a recent meeting of Normal agents Mrs Eva Ganone was reinstated in her post as head of the commercial department of the Ada Normal. This is praised as a capable choice for the school.
Pontotoc County Oklahoma voters are informed that the County Election Board enacted changes to voting precincts. The Black Rock polling box is discontinued and the Steadman box created to replace it. Portions of Allen precinct Parks moved from Steadman to Allen including blocks from sections 17 19 20 29 30 31 32 two five miles and Range 8 East.
The clippings show Democratic supporters praising Lee Cruce as the best chance to win the governor’s race. Editors in Hugo Husanian Watonga Enid Hobart Harper County Hendrick urge Cruce, noting his suitability, honesty, and capable administration for Oklahoma.
An ADA Electric and Light ad argues electricity is a necessity for every home not a luxury. It promotes using electric heat cooking baking washing and ironing and urges wiring now if not already done, with a phone contact on South Broadway.
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