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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
2
Ada Oklahoma records show Byron Norrell, editor and proprietor, admitted July 17 under second class matter revisions of the 1879 Act at the local post office.
Byron Norrell of the Democrat and the Newsman visited Ross on Monday for the first Monday trade day. He distributed his papers with tactful remarks, offering the latest issue to farmers, one of whom rejected it as an old edition from last month before Norrell hurried to catch the train.
Ada News notes Sunday shoppers found old newspaper copies mixed with current issues. The papers appeared new to readers but had aged during a rival speaker’s address, suggesting a delay or mix up at distribution.
The obituary recalls the vast reach of E. H. Harriman in finance and railways, likening his power to Croesus and Rothschilds and noting trains paused in memory. It questions who could inherit his empire and whether his system will endure.
All bids for the erection of the Durant normal were rejected by the state board. This means a delay of several months in beginning work on the building, and there is no likelihood of its being ready for occupancy before the middle of the second term.
Meantime work on the Ada building will be pushed vigorously and it will not be many months until another dream of Ada will become a splendid reality. In fact, most of Ada's dreams do come true.
The essay notes that Bill Murray has laid aside office two years ago and retired to his farm awaiting the people’s call to return to power. It suggests an eloquent silence may greet any eventual appeal.
The dispute over the Pole discovery between Peary and Cook grows, hinting at a repeat of famous rivalries. The piece riffs on classic public squabbles about authorship and ages, comparing current claims to past sensational feuds.
A local dispute grows tense as residents clash with supporters during a contentious development push. Guerrilla remarks and heated exchanges mark meetings, while officials urge calm and seek remedies to move the proposal forward amid public ire.
The Democrat notes receiving a large Oklahoma railroad map issued by the Corporation Commission. It is described as the most accurate map of the state seen to date.
The Miller Brothers 101 Ranch brings the Cow Girl act to town next Saturday. From champion all round cowgirl Mabel Sinclair to Dolly Roberts the group features athletic, stylish riders who balance femininity with skilled horsemanship.
The feature Cow-Girl item tops the 101 Ranch Show parade with Mable Sinclair leading a cadre of skilled Oklahoma cowgirls. Rivalries ignite as riders duel on bucking horses, amid wild horse races, buffalo hunts, war dances, marksmanship and roping in this spectacular roundup.
A. M. McQueen came back Tuesday from Ft. Gibson where he moved his blind son Marvin to the state school for education and care.
An Ada Oklahoma testimonial extols Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney trouble. E L Canterbury of Sixteenth Street cites relief from dull loins and frequent urination after using the remedy, with drugstore availability at G M Ramsey's and price 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY, is named as sole US agents.
Creditors of Ida May Johnson deceased are notified that J C Johnson, Administrator, has been appointed by Pontotoc County Court. All claims against the estate must be filed with vouchers at Barton Roland law offices in Ada Oklahoma within four months from the first publication, dated August 7 1909.
Dr Wilson of Shawnee will practice at the Harris Hotel on the second and fourth Mondays each month. Services limited to the eye ear nose and throat. Glasses fitted.
An Ada notice from the National Reference & Investment Co promotes business services to organize and promote mercantile and industrial enterprises with offices in major cities and a request for a local Ada representative.
Notice of sale under order of the Pontotoc County District Court to satisfy a foreclosure judgment against Ada Cotton Oil Company versus Oakman Gin Company. Property includes Lot 1 and part of Lot 2 in Block 4 Oakman with mill and gin plant. Sale set Oct 9 1909 at 2 PM at Ada courthouse.
Hilliard J. Yarbrough the Trustee for Idus H Harris of Ada Pontotoc County Oklahoma applies to Judge Robert M Rainey in Ada for an order discharging him from all duties liabilities and responsibilities connected with the trust and for release of his bondsmen on September 27 1909.
Notice is given under a Pontotoc County court order that Charley Blue a minor will have private sale of real estate in Pontotoc County Oklahoma after October 2 1919 at 1 PM in Ada at Barton and Roland offices. The property is NE 1 4 of NW 1 4 Sec 11 T2N R8E containing acres. Bids must be in writing and filed in the county court or with the guardian at Barton and Roland Ada.
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