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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1910
Page
4
County Judge candidates Conway O Barton A M Croxton E S Ratliff are listed along with Sheriff Geo Thompson Sam McClure, County Clerk M F Dew, Justice of the Peace Ada Township H J Brown, and Constable Ada Township E L Bunch.
A report notes that the laboring man’s interests were well cared for by the extra session. State labor groups formed a joint commission representing the Federation of Labor, the Farmers' Union and railway organizations. The commission’s work faced little opposition as the legislature completed its final passage.
Governor signs a set of measures including House Bill 21 the convict labor bill by Harrison and Strain and House Bill 31 by Boyle. Other acts amend mining law weighing coal at the mine and regulate state printing qualifications Senate bills address employment bureau in Enid, transfer of resident claims, contracts with carriers, and a usury bill urged by the Farmer Union.
The report recalls a difficult Oklahoma session where lawmakers balked at agenda items, with filibuster tactics by Republicans aided by some Democrats. Calls to reduce chamber size and increase pay are proposed as a remedy to speed up and improve results.
The piece questions Democratic candidates in Carter county being featured in a Republican newspaper The Statesman noting the oddity amid many Democratic papers and accusing candidates of fear or a questionable past.
The piece argues a town factional dispute over courthouse location in Sulphur led to a suitable site and building for county officials. It suggests Ada should consider a similar approach and asks who will bid first while noting general approval of recent legislative work but signaling weak points in the session.
The piece credits public sentiment with ousting Speaker Cannon’s strong control of Congress. It notes he wielded power through rewards and punishments, suppressing liberties, and that while public conscience sleeps at times, big interests never sleep, risking temporary gains once momentum fades.
J. J. McAlester announces he will not seek another term as Corporation Commissioner. The decision draws praise for his integrity and fair conduct, with citizens acknowledging his service as credit to himself and the state. He retires respected for duty fulfilled.
The piece notes Republicans used Briles time in the legislature to attack the Ada Normal maintenance appropriation. It calls the maneuver disgraceful and accuses Republican members and some Democrats of resisting funding an institution they previously voted to support.
Editors remind correspondents that the author must sign with a real name or initials on the manuscript or envelope. A nom de plume alone is not sufficient to prevent misattribution or impersonation, and signed byline is required unless explicitly authorized.
A policy insists on identifying the exact author of every letter submitted for publication. The rule aims to prevent anonymous or pseudonymous contributions and to ensure accountability for readers and editors alike.
A Oklahoma Democrat cites editor influence and political payments as a condition of opinion pages. The Ada paper notes lavish sums spent by the editor, while critic Norrell is charged five cents per line for rebuttals, illustrating local press feuds and retaliation through print.
Senator Roddie proposes a constitutional amendment reducing the state senate from forty four to forty and the house from one hundred nine to one hundred. The speaker notes the change still leaves many offices well paid, enabling capable men to serve without sacrifice.
The San Saba Star notes Oklahoma hogs fetch higher prices in Fort Worth than Texas hogs and urges readers to raise Oklahoma hogs. The piece argues several Oklahoma advantages are not understood from afar and insists readers move to Oklahoma to farm hogs within state limits.
A critical note questions the ethics of printers aiding mail order houses by shifting work to distant cities like St. Louis or Dallas. It contrasts Sears Roebuck with Geo D Barnard or Doasey, mocking inconsistency and calling for steadiness in professional conduct.
The Dallas News mocks candidates who run without public notices. The Italy Texas News Herald adds that a man who reads the papers constantly at thirty is unsuitable for any office.
The State Capital notes a Republican candidate stays loyal to his principals Aldrich and Cannon. It argues fidelity to those leaders has felled many politicians and may do so again if this man shares their principles.
A devout church worker persuaded a Democrat man to attend services. Impressed by her zeal, the pastor encouraged her to join a mission to China to evangelize foreign heathens and continue faith outreach.
The Democrat reports Geo H. Phillips former editor of the Roff Eagle has contracted consumption and must sell his stake in the Frederick Leader. He is regarded as one of the state’s best newspaper men and his absence is a loss to Oklahoma journalism.
A proverbic comparison highlights a fisherman needing varied bait to succeed and a newspaper reporter tuning to reader interests to stay engaging. The line suggests adaptability in both crafts.
Citizens call for timely replacement of bricks torn up by the ditcher. Bricks are scattered along the crossings and residents urge immediate attention to restore safe passage.
Sounds of bullfrogs and birds mark the coming of spring as the season unfolds on schedule, with chorus signaling warmer days ahead. The natural cues suggest steady meteorological progress toward warmer weather and seasonal growth.
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