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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1906
Page
3
Paul Monk of Brooklyn, 47, recovered in a New York hospital after a pioneering procedure in which living sheep marrow was injected into his hollow thigh bone to save his leg. The operation, performed by Dr. A A Berg, replaced vanished bone marrow and allowed weight bearing within weeks.
In San Francisco Drs Atkins and Lewis report charging a living stomach with human electricity to transmit external sound waves to a telephone receiver. Electrodes placed on the stomach wall connected to a phone microphone produced audible signals without a battery, with an electric charge of seven to eight milli volts measured.
In Coldwater Michigan Clark Burch and R Brooks discovered two eight foot skeletons believed to be prehistoric. The remains appear aged and tooth wear suggests ancient origin.
In southwestern New York near the Alleghenies a cluster of vast rocks called Rock City rises 100 feet and overlooks a valley. The rocks form a citylike scene via erosion from ancient earthquakes and ice ages. The clean conglomerate contains smooth pebbles from pea to goose egg in size.
In Winona Minnesota a bold squirrel grabbed a walnut containing a mail advertising card from veteran carrier Martin Daszkowski Then the creature climbed a tree inspected the contents and dropped both without damage The incident highlights the tame city squirrels that routinely approach pedestrians seeking nuts.
In Denver a girl inherits the name Theodore Roosevelt Bell due to a mistaken birth report to Gen. Sherman Bell who first believed a son was born. After correcting the error he telegraphed the president that he had named his heir Theodore Roosevelt Bell. Then the revelation of a daughter prompted a final note that her name would be Theodora Roosevelt Bell.
The admiralty has conducted tests on a new type of armor piercing shell. The item is designed to penetrate warship armor and assess its effectiveness in combat scenarios. Further results and implications for naval engagements were discussed by officials.
Muskogee reports that next winter Congress faces a flood of citizenship applicants from Indian Territory who are not on the rolls or doubt their status. After March 4 no new enrollment or hearings will be allowed, prompting talks of relief for intermarried whites and freedmen across the Cherokee Choctaw and Chickasaw nations and potential acts to rehear or transfer allotments. A broader push seeks rulings on descent and estate distribution for deceased Indian minors.
Mrs. Jas. Wilson died after a gas explosion ignited her clothing while she was stirring a fire at Wagoner. She returned home after a short absence and was fatally burned before neighbors could reach her.
Oklahoma attorney general petitions in district court for a writ to compel Rock Island Railroad to furnish cars for coal grain and other shipments. Testimony cites severe car shortages and delays with a 32 day coal shipment from McAlester to Avard. A gas well near Hobart shows 240 pounds pressure as drillers plan nine more wells.
Boundary shifts due to the Red River alter the scheduled sale of the northeast quarter of section thirteen township five south range twelve west. The 160 acre tract owned by lessee E. S. Candler is reduced to 9.45 acres with rental lowered to 31.30. G F Pollock of the general land office announced the revision to local land officials and display literature will reflect the change.
Guthrie reports farmers union members plan to seize influence within the constitutional convention. A L Hansen of Coweta calls a meeting of convention delegates elected through union efforts. over fifty attend to organize. Alfalfa Bill Murray chairs, with anti saloon interests watching Ledbetter and Asp amid 21 year prohibition pledges.
A $5,000 bond issue voted by Talihina to fund a new school has been approved by the secretary of the interior. The bonds will be sold as soon as they can be advertised.
Vice President Fairbanks arrives in Washington from Indianapolis and plans a quick Florida stop before Congress. He praises Oklahoma as aggressive and progressive with growing farms and cities, notes opportunities for young men, and recalls a church misstatement about republicanism during a Methodist conference, prompting laughter and a request for absolution.
The piece argues for recognizing the turkey as a national emblem and Thanksgiving symbol. It traces the bird’s American origins from New Spain to Rhode Island traditions, notes historical claims by Virginia, Missouri, and other states, and warns of declines due to disease and loss of native stock.
The inquiry into W O Beall secretary to the five tribes commission has reached its close and findings are being prepared for release. No further details are provided in the fragment.
A reflection on Thanksgiving as the oldest national holiday traced to New England roots. The piece recalls colonial observances, Civil War unification, and the enduring spirit of gratitude for the nation’s progress, despite personal trials and the imperfect state of humanity.
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