Miller and Platt define era in New York politics
The piece traces Warner Miller’s rise and fall within the Republican machine led by Platt, detailing Miller’s military service, paper invention schemes, legislative career, and eventual ousting as key power shifted in state and national politics. It also notes parallel Berlin bread card counterfeiting amid wartime shortages.
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New York Sun
Warner Miller
Harrison
Cleveland
Miller
Hill
Platt
Herkimer County
Roscoe Conkling
Levi P. Morton
Big Four
Republican State Committee
Platt Depew
Lauterbach
Winchester
Stonewall Jackson
Banks
Jackson
Richmond
Fremont
Fort Edward
Belgium
Tilden
House of Representatives
Conkling
Senate
Garfield
William H. Robertson
New York
April War Watch and Rural Hope in Ada
In a reflective piece from Ada Iowans discuss wartime timing and civic attitudes. The author mocks blasphemous rhetoric and praise for work, noting farmers prep gardens and a improving economy as spring arrives. The column mentions households tending crops and Pontotoc county’s poultry and fruit prospects.
Taft Calls for Inclusive American Unity Across Parties
William Howard Taft declares that Americans are beyond party divisions. Theodore Roosevelt should heed the call and adjust his stance to reflect national unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Howard Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
Political promises freeze in the voter mood
A political aspirant faces public doubt as enthusiasm for promises to save the state wanes amid harsh winter conditions that chill reception and sap optimistic rhetoric.
Real estate transfers surge in Adams and local editor shifts
The piece notes a boom in Adams County real estate transfers and reports Miss Ruth Duran now edits the Roff Eagle, giving Pontotoc county two women editors. It also comments on wartime attitudes, anti German sentiment, and reflections on Americans marching across Germany.
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Adams
Roff Eagle
Ruth Duran
Pontotoc County
Speculation on Germany's War Aims Cited in Final Peace Talks
The writer questions Germany’s stated reasons for starting the war, noting shifts from Russia to England to America and predicting future claims. The remark suggests ongoing speculation about Germany’s true motive during peace discussions.
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Germany
Russia
England
America
Cuba
Russians report atrocities despite peace with the Huns
Reports from Russia describe ongoing atrocities by the invading forces even after a peace treaty with the Huns. The text suggests Russian disillusionment with the peace conference and the Kaiser’s beliefs about power.
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Russia
Riff of Hostility Toward German Women in Wartime Rhetoric
A hostile wartime tirade denounces German women labor in fields and predicts global repercussions. The speaker mocks leaders like William and George III while warning of a harsh, fiery fate for Nazis, framing their fall as a moral judgment amid ongoing conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Satanic William
Judas
George III
Weather forecasts and crop prospects lift Pontotoc bonds
The rains promise a fine corn crop if showers continue through May to July. A strong harvest and good prices could enable Pontotoc county to buy a million dollars worth of bonds this fall and welcome the opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pontotoc County
Ada’s united policy spurs Ada city growth and jobs
Ada has pursued a welcome policy toward all enterprises creating a large payroll and boosting city resources. The speaker credits unity as the secret to success noting factionalism has not built the town and implies persistent effort yields results.
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Ada
Hindenburg's theory on sacrifice for territory debated
The article contrasts Hindenburg's belief that sacrificing troops can gain land with the opposite view that manpower is more valuable. It notes the Al Lied army growing as American troops arrive and argues holding the Huns until full American strength arrives could yield a few hundred miles of territory as a small price for saved lives before a final drive to victory.
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Hindenburg
Allied armies unified under Foch show early gains
The note discusses Allied forces under one command and French General Foch. It credits improved coordination among national troops and reports a temporary check of the German drive. The piece suggests possible territorial concessions may occur to save troops, but expresses faith in the front’s leaders and strategy.
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Foch
Europe
Oklahoma Reaches Forward on its Twenty Ninth Anniversary
The article lauds Oklahoma marking its twenty ninth anniversary as settlers and descendants have built a vigorous state. It notes rapid growth and leadership among younger states, praising abundant resources and a diverse, ambitious population drawn from around the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Commonwealth
Germans Plea Debated Over Gas Warfare
The message condemns German demands to halt poisonous gas use in battle. It argues Germany never acts out of humanity and would ignore any pact, noting their current word is deemed unreliable and difficult to trust under the ongoing conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
America
Roy E. Stafford Retires as Oklahoma Editor Landmark
The retirement of Roy E. Stafford as editor of the Oklahoman marks the departure of a state journalism landmark. He arrived in the territory in its infancy, bought the paper when it had 600 subscribers, and guided it to become the state’s leading publication with a circulation around 60 000.
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Oklahoma
Frank Greer
John Easley
Sidney Sugg
Clarence Douglas
Eugene Kerr
Roy Stafford
Roy E. Stafford
The
Oklahoman
Territory
Ahoman
Bern
Ppar
Goodbye to Ada’s Old Shack Across North Broad Street
The 115 North Broad street landmark in Ada has been demolished marking the end of a building that housed restaurants, feed stores, shoe shops, tamale joints and more. It hosted countless political moments, campaigns and elections shaping the second ward for generations. The author bids farewell to the old structure and progress.
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OLD Shack
North Broadway
Ada
March of Progress
Spirit of America Still Fights in War Writings
A wartime op-ed urges persistence against Germany, praising resilience and leadership. It cites U S heroes and generals, argues retreat can precede victory, and notes Allied momentum with targets like Lens Laon and Arras in reach. It warns against surrendering to fear and indemnities.
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Holler
America
Leonidas
John McGraw
Russia
Napoleon
Stonewall Jackson
Washington
Cromwell
Grant
Foch
Europe
Lens
Laon
Arras-Montdidier
Defending Sedition and Pacifist Opposition in Wartime
The piece condemns pacifists and conscientious objectors as enemies of the country, argues opposition borders on treason, and urges suppression of pro-German propaganda. It labels the International Bible Students Association as dupes and cites Pershing’s call to crush antiwar sentiment to support the expeditionary efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pastor Russell
America
Sisterhood of Nations
International Bible Students’ Association
Berlin
Pershing
Lib erty Day Celebration Hailed In Pontotoc County
Pontotoc county plans a Friday Lib erty Day celebration praising a strong first week in subscriptions. If the county leads nationwide, about 4 billion dollars may be raised, a remarkable outpouring compared with slower regions.
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Pontotoc County
United States
Counterfeit Bread Cardsheet Factory Reported in Germany
Dispatches describe a secret print shop near Bielefeld that produced counterfeit bread stamps and bread books for Berlin and Bielefeld. The Bielefelder General Anzeiger notes the shop operated in a city suburb, signaling a shift in citizens toward evading wartime controls.
Press Association Meets May 24 25
The Oklahoma Press association annual meeting will be held at Medicine Park May 24 and 25 with the park opened for all members and families. Senator J Elmer Thomas owns the park and will provide lodging and park facilities plus music and tours to Ft Sill Camp Doniphan and other sites. About 300 to 400 editors are expected to attend for entertainment and business discussions.
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el Reno
Oklahoma Press Association
Medicine Park
Edgar S. Bronson
Bronson
R. H. Wessel
Frederick
John N. Shepler
Lawton
J. Elmer Thomas
Ft. Sill
Camp Doniphan
State Fish Hatchery
Wichita National Forest and Game Preserve
Artillery School of Fire
Army Cantonment
Believe the contrary to beat business fatigue
An American Magazine essay argues that fatigue is a state of mind not a physical limit. The writer cites examples like Edison Bell Ford Hoover Wilson and Pershing to claim ordinary health can sustain long work periods.
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Edison
Bell
Henry Ford
Herbert C. Hoover
Woodrow Wilson
General Pershing
France
Girl in a Compote
A light anecdote notes a dear girl who claimed she had received the loveliest compote. The narrator comments with a playful society tone, hoping to see her in it before the day ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio State Journal
Coins wear away and waste gold and silver annually
The article notes that friction between coins causes wear, resulting in a loss of about one ton and a quarter of gold and eighty five tons of silver each year as the civilized world circulates currency.
Let and Want Ad Get It For You
In this brief classified item a reader is invited to use Let and Want Ad services to obtain desired goods or services. The notice emphasizes quick, efficient placement of ads to connect buyers with sellers.
Kansas City Greeks Exemplify Patriotism in Liberty Bond Push
A. N. Meringis and his two brothers, Greek immigrants living at 348 South Ferree Street, Kansas side, subscribed to $5,000 in liberty bonds and plan to use $4,000 of their savings when drafted. All three, in Division A, Class 1, oppose exemptions. The brothers, long workers in rail, attend night school and express pride in being American while supporting the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAlester News-Capital
Kansas City
United States
A. N. Meringis
South Ferree
Street
Kansas Side
Kansas
Camp Funston
James Merimgis
John Merimgis
Kalamikion
Greece
South Ferree Street
John
James
Meringis
Kansas City Star
News Office Sells Adding Machines
Advertisers are reminded that adding machine paper is available at the News office. Sales staff invite customers to visit for a selection of sizes and brands. Paper is suitable for ledgers, accounts, and daily clerical use.
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Ada Weekly
News Publishing and Printing Company
Slice
News
Oklahoma City Times
Anzieger
Luke McLuke
Darky
Cain
Austria
Coffman, Bobbitt & Sparks Co
Laval
de Laval
Kaiser
Press Association
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