Confederate Memorial Service Held at Ada Presbyterian
The Confederate memorial service took place Sunday afternoon at the Presbyterian church led by Chaplain W. L. Roddie. Leslie Maxey and Prof. Briles spoke of the Confederate soldier and the Cause, with music by Misses Case and Thompson. The piece notes thinning ranks and reflects on legacy and memory of the Civil War.
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Presbyterian Church
W. L. Roddie
Roddie
Leslie Maxey
Prof
Briles
Jno
Esten Cook
Virginia
Misses Case
Thompson
Ada
Sparta
South
Herring Secures 8000 Tons Asphalt Contract
B E Herring returned from Sherman where he negotiated with paving contractors and told the Democrat man he secured a contract to supply 8000 tons of asphalt.
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B. E. Herring
Sherman
Roy Ethridge Wins Debater's Medal
During commence week at the Normal a debate on repealing Section 9, Article 9, of the state constitution determined Roy Ethridge as the best individual debater. Orel Busby Harmon Ebey George Hall and Ethridge argued for and against repeal with judges W. W. Sledge Rev. J. D. White and Robert Wimbish awarding ballots. Byron Norrell presented the Democrat medal amid plans for another next year.
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Democrat Medal
Orel Busby
George Hall
Harmon Ebey
Roy Ethridge
Busby
Oklahoma
California
W. W. Sledge
Byron Norrell
Democrat
Ada to Have Chautauqua
The Ada Chautauqua course is now assured. It will open June 22 and close on the 29th. Full particulars next week.
Bolen and Clark Debate at Francis College
Bolen and Stanley Clark held two debates at Francis J. W. Bolen and Clark battled over Socialism with both sides declaring satisfaction with their champion's performance. The Democrats learned of the afternoon appearance just before train time, and Bolen rushed to catch the train to be present.
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J. W. Bolen
Stanley Clark
Francis
Clark
Bolen
Henshaw to Speak Here Tomorrow for Corporation Commissioner
Geo A Henshaw will speak here tomorrow in support of his bid for Corporation Commissioner. In the evening he will address the voters of Roff. Mrs Orville Snead is visiting at Sylvester Texas.
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Geo. Henshaw
Geo. A. Henshaw
Roff
Mrs
Orville Snead
Sylvester, Texas
All Five Democratic Governor Hopefuls Here July 8
A communication announces all five Democratic candidates for governor will attend a joint discussion on July 8. Cruce speaks in the morning and the remaining candidates in the afternoon.
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Fhve
Cruce
Ada Postmaster Salary Increases Highlighted
Judge A G Winn notes Ada postmaster will receive 2300 dollars for the coming year while the Ada office gains a 200 dollar raise. The report shows Ada achieved free delivery on strong business, with nearby towns like Oklahoma City and Cherokee showing varying changes.
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A. G. Winn
Oklahoma
Ada
Roff
Oklahoma City
Shawnee Eye Experts to Visit Ada Twice Monthly
Dr W M Gallaher of Wilson Gallaher eye ear nose and throat specialists will visit Ada Oklahoma at the Harris hotel on the second and fourth Mondays each month to fit glasses.
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W. M. Gallaher
Drs
Harris Grand Clearing Sale on Clothing Saturday
Harris announces a grand clearing sale on clothing this Saturday and urges attendance. The notice emphasizes a limited time event and invites customers to shop early for best selections.
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Harris
Social Courtesies Highlight Week's Gatherings
Thursday afternoon Mrs Manville hosted Miss Alpha Sledge with guests Miss Vogelstein of Weston Ohio and a son of Madisonville Kentucky. A five course lunch was served for ten. Others present included Miss Gertrude Thompson Mesdames Long Atoka Ebey Sledge Winn Nash and Mrs Manville's mother.
Resolutions on Death of Brother S S Rains
The Supreme Grand Master calls our worthy brother S S Rains from labor to rest in the Celeestial Lodge. We mourn a just Mason and good citizen, aged and experienced, approved for admission above. Our hearts go out in sympathy to the bereaved, and a copy of these resolutions will be sent to the family and local papers.
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S. S. Rains
Celes Lodge
Brother Rains
Celeestial Lodge
A. B. Yeager
E. H. McKendree
C. J. Warren
Judge Robertson Addresses Voters At Court House Meeting
Judge J B A Robertson spoke to a fair crowd at the courthouse Monday evening as he announced his candidacy for governor. He urged enforcement of all laws, favored modifying some laws, opposed the Carter railroad amendment, supported maintaining prohibition, and argued taxes are higher in Republican counties. The talk drew a favorable reception.
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J. B. A. Robertson
Court House
City Presses Pioneer Telephone Co. Amid Amended Suit
A city continues its suit against the Pioneer Telephone Co. after Judge West sustained an earlier demurrer. Attorney Holt filed an amended petition with new facts. A victory would keep current phone rates. defeat could require the city to pay substantial sums into the company treasury.
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West
Pioneer Telephone Co
Holt
Marvelous Week Specials at Local Shop
Advertises Shinola shoe polish 8c a box two for ice, ladies oxfords from 1.39 to 2.40, Endicott Johnsons shoes for men 2.00 2.45 2.98, durable guaranteed. Novelties include collars combs belts wrist bags hair nets 5c each. Hosiery 10c 15c, Stinthal china sale 25c, Haviland china, vases, bou holding goods. Base Ball Goods offers Reach balls 1, 5c and 10c balls for kids.
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Crescent Drug Store
Holley
Duncan
North Side
Main St
Farmers State Bank FO. Harriss
South Broadway
Talcom
Grove
McQuire
Rexall
G. M
Mother Kroh
Gwin & Mays Co
Ada Druggists
THE
the Money
Endicott, Johnsons
Haviland China
Ramsey Drug Co
Heath
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