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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1906

Page

3

Allotment Totals in Indian Territory as of April 16 1906

Government reports show 95 058 acres approved for allotments across Choctaw Chickasaw Cherokee Creek and Seminole nations with 27 percent full blood 47 percent mixed blood 3 percent intermarried citizens and 23 percent Freedmen. About 24 000 allotments may be immediately salable under Curtis act provisions and over 60 percent could already hold legal title under existing law if Roosevelt signs the bill.

Indian Territory Roosevelt Curtis Department of the Interior New State Tribune

Wrath of the Elements Devastates San Francisco

Fire from Nob Hill to North Beach destroys vast areas with 1800 deaths and 3000000 homeless, as guards and police flood the city. Water shortages and looting reports rise, while scaffolding of relief and aid efforts spreads across districts. Authorities warn of ongoing blazes near the ferry building and shore.

San Francisco Nob Hill North Beach Central Overland Southern Pacific Road National Guard United Railways Company Golden Gate Park van Ness Avenue Union Street

Tragic Train Fatality Involving Denison Youth

A young man, about 21, was found dead on a station platform after being run over by a passing train. Initial reports suggested foul play. later details indicate he was dragged about fifteen feet. He is believed to be a Denison boy with a sister in Sulphur and a brother in Denison who claimed the body.

Ed Brents Scullim Scullin Jack Bowers Carney Chickasha Denison Sulphur

Store Burglarized at the Town of Genter

Messrs. B. F. Peck and A. Ryan of Center 2 reported to federal authorities a burglary at G. B. Bailey’s general store in Genter on Friday night. Clothing and canned goods were stolen. A 25 year old stranger seen in town Friday is suspected. no arrest. Peck offers a $25 reward for the burglar’s arrest and conviction.

Messrs B. F. Peck A. Ryan Center 2 Ada G. B. Bailey Messrs. Peck Ryan Mr. Peck

Masons Depart After Large Ada Gathering

By noon Friday most visitors had left Ada by trains, expressing gratification at the cordial reception and the notable success of the gathering in every respect.

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