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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1907
Page
3
The News notes voter confusion between two offices the state superintendent of public instruction and the county superintendent. E. D. Cameron of Sulphur seeks the state post while Bascom T. Lawson and T. F. Pierce vie for Pontotoc county superintendent.
As election nears, Furman advances in popularity and influence. Henry M. Furman remains steady, preaching truth to the people, expanding support among honest voters who see him as fit for the U S Senate. His quiet campaign contrasts with rising opposition among rivals.
Ardmore audience greeted Judge Furman Thursday night with a hearty reception. The Ardmore press notes his talk was masterful and forceful and logical. He stressed he seeks U S Senate upon merit, opposes money in politics, and urged citizens to uphold lawful duties in government.
Disgruntled parishioners in Pennsylvania attempt to force a change in leadership by dynamite activity aimed at the pastor. The incident reflects extreme measures by a group resisting the preacher’s administration and tenure.
C W Floyd announces for county commissioner in the western district north of Ada, a 30 year old farmer born in Arkansas who has lived in Pontotoc county thirteen years. He advocates good schools and roads, low taxes, and prudent public administration, promising to serve with integrity and respect for all—red man and white man alike.
The News office invites readers to view and obtain maps showing the new state’s county boundaries. Visitors can inspect the updated county lines and request copies.
A C Cruce of Ardmore spoke at the U S court room Saturday in support of his brother Lee Cruce's bid for governor. A large crowd heard a lengthy argument on Haskell’s conduct toward the Cruce family and the southern candidate. Cruce praised Henry M. Furman and his own popularity in Chickasaw country, noting his brother’s fitness for the governor’s chair.
Pontotoc officials announced the constitutional convention finished much of the new ordinance for the first election. Pontotoc county names new election officers: T. J. Chambless J. J. Burton and T. J. Denton, clerk Sam McClure, with like appointments in all new counties. Clerk dates align with old Oklahoma county clerks.
Allan Blackburn from Blackburns Gin attended a political meeting at Lonelady School House on Saturday. Tom D. McKeown and F. Z. Holley from Ada spoke along with A. C. Bray candidate for register of deeds. Holley discussed Why I Quit Em. Bray’s remarks were enjoyed.
Cold weather and yellow crops plague Franks while measles strike schools. Mr. Cox, Mr. Hargis, and Bray campaigned last week. Grandma Sherrell recovers after illness. A new mill advances. Sunshine Lodge No. 213 building burns, insured, likely from a defective flue. Douglas Guy and wife welcome a seven pound girl.
A brief Center area report notes widespread illness, the death of Mrs. James McClellan sister of Dr. Henry Halloway, and sympathy to her family. Farmers discuss cotton planting and field work while personal stories include a church wedding and local dog depredations prompting a shotgun hunt.
Derson Graves and F C Kruger visited Fitzhugh this week while Bro Coggins led services Saturday night and Sunday in Center. Three excellent sermons drew praise from Christians who admire Rev Coggins as humble and upright. Rain or shine the meeting goes on with no conversions yet, though some neighbors have begun reading the Bible amid Pontotoc County’s ample citizenry ready to fill offices and jury service.
Guthrie Ok April 16 The convention repeals its old election ordinance and passes a new one by unanimous consent. The measure sets up election commissioners, county boards, and canvassing rules for Oklahoma and Indian Territory counties. The draft bill covers governor appointed officials, ballot printing, precinct inspectors, and county canvassing procedures as the convention outlines a comprehensive reform.
Oklahoma City April 20 The Democratic state executive committee decided to postpone the state primaries to June 8 because the 30 days notice required by the Oklahoma primary law cannot be met. The move aligns with the territory election laws and ordinance provisions.
The state committee at Tulsa considered calling the primary but postponed it to comply with election laws. A provision requiring voters in first class cities to register one month before the primary would have barred many Democrats in Indian Territory cities from voting if held May 23, delaying the process to ensure proper registration and legal compliance.
Guthrie Oklahoma April 19 delegates today signed seven copies of constitution including engrossed parchment and six typewritten copies The parchment for this was shipped from New York yesterday The convention adjourned at 5 o clock this afternoon final adjournment tomorrow morning Final vote on the constitution was 85 ayes 27 absent Delegate Cloud the only Republican present voted for final passage thus it received every vote The signing completed at 4 16 when Secretary Charles Filson attacked the Oklahoma seal
A. A. Chrischolm of Treadwell New York recounts severe indigestion nervousness and debility prompting doctors to doubt recovery. After using Electric Bitters he resumes business and reports daily gains. The testimonial claims the tonic is best on earth with a 50 cent price from J M Ramsey druggist.
Charles H. Browall protests a recent paper story about a hunting trip with E. D. Lumsden and Frank Maddox. He states he killed most ducks while Lumsden took mud hens and criticizes the misattribution of credits.
Ella Slayton of Noland Arkansas praises Dr King s New Life Pills as a small price for health. She claims the pills cleanse the body and restore vigor, noting a 25 cent cost.
The Miller and Jamesons Carnival Co arrived in Ada from Coalgate, hindering unloads by rain. They offer four free acts and two band concerts daily with clean, moral attractions. Tents set along Main Street between Broadway and Townsend to Predway. The ensemble, about twelve musicians, performed a morning concert to open the week.
Mrs Sara A Cole of Dover Del describes two years of suffering from rheumatism and says a bottle of Cham berlain's Pain Balm gave fast relief before finishing it. She claims friends also found relief and notes the product is a liniment available from G M Ramsey.
In mayor’s court this morning Geo Jones and John Jones faced vagrancy charges, pled guilty, and were fined by Judge Barton who ordered payment in jail. Jim Parks pled guilty to drunkenness and paid a fine of 11.75 dollars.
Mr. Wm. Henry of Chattanooga Tennessee suffered rheumatism in his left arm with muscle weakness. After using Chamberlain's Pain Balm and nightly flannel wrapping, the pain faded and strength returned in three weeks, and the rheumatism did not recur. Sold by G. M. Ramsey.
Under US court order in the Southern District of the Indian Territory a public sale will occur May 10, 1907, at Ada Court House between noon and 2 pm. The sale covers the minor Clarence Crummey life interest in Tennie Crummey's allotment, including 340 acres across sections 31 and 32 in township 1 north range 6 east Chickasaw Nation, with at least three-fourths appraised value, on three month credit with bond and lien. Dated April 10, 1907. 21-dit-wit
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