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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1907
Page
4
A historical notice records Grigsby and Norrell led by Captain Jack Mitts, with Byron Norrell and Miles Grigsby involved. It notes business admission, railroad or office reference, and classification under the 1879 act, dated 3 March and entered Ada post office as second class matter.
A stern judgment condemns ingratitude as the basest trait corrupting manhood. It warns that any man who harbors such a trait forfeits the confidence and respect of decent people.
A man investing in Ada real estate wagers on a winning outcome as the stage of the game advances, betting that the ensuing showdown will bring in profits.
The Coal County Register, published at Owl, arrives as the latest rival on the exchange table. It is a credit to the town and will receive hearty support as it enters the field of New State journalism.
The Pauls Valley Enterprise released a large special edition praising the town and surrounding country as an attractive showcase and a creditable piece of work in every respect.
The text mocks campaign write ups that resemble mule ancestor portraits on seasonal posters more than clear political debate, noting the emphasis on lineage over policy and persuasion.
As Ada transitions from town to city, officials stress that public improvements must keep pace with private enterprise. Failure to align efforts could hamper growth and strain the community’s progress.
Editors in Oklahoma insist no candidate should govern if they claim a moral or legal right to dictate terms with a railway company over selling advertising space. They call for vigilance to protect press independence and legislative integrity.
Townsfolk reported a comet near the sun using smoked glass and claimed it looked as large as the moon. Skeptics doubt the sighting, suggesting they may have seen double and are unsure what they observed.
The piece says an independent bid for city office likely failed as voters in Ada supported the primary. It notes the proper time to oppose a candidate is before a primary and predicts few Ada voters will be swayed by the Republican tactic in the upcoming election.
A reader asks why commentary on the new city ticket was sparse. The anecdote compares praise to a fine cup of coffee that needs no bragging, illustrating restraint in favorable remarks.
A Sun clipping recalls Ada Weekly Democrat editor Captain Jack Mills now in Oklahoma and remembered in Jonesboro for his long tenure at Nettleton Plaindealer and Sun. The note praises the Ada paper and preserves fond memories of old colleagues and shared journalistic days on the St Francis and at the Sun.
Announcement favors J C Cates of Stonewall as Democratic candidate for Pontotoc County Treasurer in the June 1 primary. Born in Tennessee 66 years ago, he has lived in the Chickasaw Nation since 188, is a long time Democrat, church member for 47 years and a veteran Mason. He joined the Confederate army in 1861 and has served as road overseer and school trustee.
The Press Gang notes Texas pastures are dry while Kansas City Journal reports Indian Territory towns remain dry as well though wetness is adequate in some areas. A cheeky quip from the Kansas City Post about self-help and a jab at a missing pipe closes the item with newsroom humor.
In the United States Commissioner’s Court in the Indian Territory Southern District S J Martin sues V F E Marshal. Marshal must appear and answer within thirty days. Witness U G Winn U S Commissioner Ada Oklahoma February 7 1907. Duke Stone attorney Ennis for non resident.
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