Democratic slate of candidates named for August primary
The Democrat announces candidates for August primary across offices including State Senator J W Davis and Reuben M Roddie. Representative John P Crawford and Jake F Arnold. Flotorial Representative Pontotoc Seminole J S Barham. County Judge Conway O Barton A M Croxton E S Ratliff. County Attorney Robt L Wimbish R C Roland. Sheriff George Thompson Sam McClure L E Sem Mitchell J E Fussell Andy Capman J C Farmer. County Clerk M F Dew W S Kerr. District Clerk W T Cox L C Lindsey. Register of Deeds C Hargis Wilmer B Jones. County Superintendent T F Pierce. County Treasurer J W Westbrook J K Scroggin R H Rit Erwin. For County Weigher Sherwood Hill. Justice of the Peace Ada Own H J Brown. Constable Ada Township L Bunch. Commissioner Dist 1 J L Lambert J D Rinard. Commissioner Dist 2 J M Eaton C W Floyd G W Montgomery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Thompson
Sam McClure
L. E
Sem) Mitchell
J. E. Fussell
Andy Capman
J. C. Farmer
M. F. Dew
W. S. Kerr
Oklahoma Voter Message Against Carter Amendment
A Oklahoma public notice warns one week before election against the Carter amendment to repeal Article 9 Section 9 and add unclear provisions. It argues the railroads spend heavily to influence voters, questions the consolidation ban, and urges preserving the Corporation Commission’s authority amid federal court limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Corporation Commission
Senate
State of
United States
Ada editor denounces labor fronts in Carter plan fight
The writer criticizes so called labor leaders and commercial clubs aiding the campaign against the Carter amendment. He says some figures in Ada claimed legislative proposals were misrepresented and denounces the push as deceptive. The piece argues for the legislature backed consolidation while maintaining state control over railroads and cautions voters about freight rate trends after the Hook decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
Labor
Corporation Commission
Carter
A Lesson From West Texas
A traveler recalls West Texas progress from dusty prairie to thriving towns like Brownwood and Angelo, noting population booms, new businesses, and revived farms. He credits locals for enduring droughts and crop failures, and questions what Oklahoma can achieve with similar nerve and perseverance. He expresses pride in Texas and affection for Oklahoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Brownwood
Angelo
Miles
Mabry & West
Republicans urge Democrats to back the best men
Republicans urge Democrats to lay aside prejudice and support the best qualified candidates regardless of party. They complain Democrats do not follow the advice they offer, suggesting few clean men in the Democratic party.
Securing Industries for a Town Like Fishing
Securing industries for a town is like fishing with varied bait and patience. The biggest catch tends to bite last, so persistence matters beyond initial failure.
Undertaker Laughter Sparks Funeral Joy Debate
A peculiar remark notes an undertaker named Laughter, drawing commentary on whether humor has a place at funerals and how such names shape perception of mourning customs.
Misquoted line hints at rough speech and tire pun
A brief misquote underscores a speaker’s flaw where longer speeches grow tiresome. The line suggests excess spoken words worsen the effect, urging tighter, sharper delivery.
Notice of Sheriff's Sale Land Foreclosure Pontotoc County
Property in Ada consisting of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 120 is to be sold at public auction on June 15, 1910 at 1 30 PM at the Pontotoc County Courthouse to satisfy a mortgage judgment of 914 28 plus 7 40 costs and interest from Oct 28 1909. The sheriff, T J Smith, announces the sale with Deputy A L Miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Pontotoc County
Oklahoma
Mary McKinney
George H. McKinney
George A. Harrison
Lela Harrison
Ada
Guardianship Sale Hearing for Uriah Hallmark Ward
State of Oklahoma Pontotoc County In County Court guardian John J Hallmark petitions to sell ward Uriah Hallmark real estate The hearing is set for June 11 1910 at 10 30 am Next of kin and interested parties must appear to show cause why the sale should not be granted A copy of the order will be published for three weeks in Ada Weekly Democrat Ada Oklahoma Judge Joel Terrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uriah Hallmark
John J Hallmark
John J. Hallmark
Saie Ward
Ada Weekly Democrat
Ada Oklahoma
Emma Kilcrease
K. C. Parks
Ada
Oklahoma
Joel Terrell
Orel Busby Returns From Konowa Visit
Orel Busby came back Monday after a trip to Konowa detailing his experiences there and plans arising from the journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orel Busby
Konowa
Notice of Petition for Administrator in Pontotoc County
J. C. Chapman seeks Letters of Administration on the Mary Johnson estate in Pontotoc County Oklahoma. The hearing is set in Ada on June 6 1910 at 10 clock AM. Any heirs relatives or creditors may appear to contest the petition. Joel Terrell County Judge seals the notice May 25 1910.
Sale of Minors Real Estate in Ada Oklahoma
Guardian announces private sale of Caroline and Richard Prewett minors real estate in Pontotoc county Oklahoma. Court confirmation required. Auction set for May 11 1910 at 10 am in Ada. Property includes Ada blocks 104 and 128 lots 12 14. Cash bids in writing to county court or guardian in Ada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Prewett
Richard Q. Prewett
County of Pontotoc
State of Oklahoma
Ada
Oklahoma
Pontotoc County
Towit
Okahoma
Willie Mae Prewett
Suit Against Sutton and Medford Forecloses Ada Lots
In district court Jeff Still as plaintiff sues Mary A Sutton R E Medford and Ss D York for debt 700 dollars and foreclosure of the equity of redemption on Ada Oklahoma blocks 7 and 8 in block 57. Proceeds to apply to debt interest costs and attorney fees with sale of the property if not answered by July 2 1910. J F Meekbel attorney for plaintiff. Attest W T Cox district clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeff Still
Mary A. Sutton
R. E. Medford
Ss. D. York
Ada
Okla
A. J
J. F. Meekbel
W. T. Cox
Notice to Creditors of Robert Lee Charley Deceased
The County Court of Pontotoc County Oklahoma appointed Gale Statler administrator of the estate of Robert Lee Charley. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to Statler at his Ada Oklahoma office within six months from May 19 1910. Dated May 18 1910. Galbraith and McKeown attorneys for administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Lee Charley
Pontotoc County
Oklahoma
Gale Statler
Oklahoma State Bank
Ada
Galbraith & McKeown
Attor Neys
Hall's Texas Wonder endorsed by Ada druggist
Certified sale notes Hall's Texas Wonder as the best kidney bladder and rheumatic medicine after years of recommendation. It advertises a 60 days treatment for $1.00 by G. M. Ramsey, Druggist in Ada Oklahoma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
Oklahoma
Hall
G. M. Ramsey
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ADA Weekly
Demograt
Byron Norrell
Persenan
Lal
J. W. Davis
REUBEN@M. RODDIE
John P. Crawford
Jake F. Arnold
Pontotoc and
Seminole Counties
J.S. Barham
Conway O. Barton
A. M. Croxton
E. S. Ratliff
Robt. L. Wimbish
R. C. Roland
L. C. Lindsey
C. Hargis Wilmer B. Jones
T. F. Pierce
J. W. Westbrook
J. K. Scroggin
R. H
Rit) Erwin
Sherwood Hill
Ada Own
H. J. Brown
Ada Township
L. Bunch
J. . Lambert
J. D. Rinard
Commissioner Dist
J. M. Eaton
C. W. Floyd G. W. Montgomery
ACC
Oklahoma Guaranty
C. H. Rives
M. B. Donaghey
B. H. Mason
Merchants & Planters State Bank
West Texas
Dreuth
T. Js Smith
Pontotoc’ County
A. L. Miles
Joel “Terrell
THE
Mary Johnson
J.C. Chapman
Lee Dadés
Andel
Pontotoc Coun Abstract Co
Studebaker
Harvery
W. C. Rollow
C.A. Galbraith
John J. M’coole
Francis
Calbraith & M'Keown Lawyers
Citizens ‘National Bank
Tom D. M’keow
DR. Ligon & King
First National Beak Ce
Sidence
DR. J. M. Vaden
Duncan Building
Sanders & Roddie Attorneys-At-Law
First National Bank
Ada, Okla
Duncan Bldg
Stone & Maxey
Ist National Bank
J. R. Craic
Ada National Bank
Currie & Duncan
Attorneys AT Law
Reed-Douglass Building
Okie
B. H. Epperson
Attorney AT Law
Reed-Douglas Building
DRS
Grander & Granger
Faust & Hartman
Physicians and Surgeons
J. R. Runyan
Frisco R. R
Rollow Building
H. T. Saffarrans
Ada Nati’! Bank
Democrat
J. M. Stanfield
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