Arizona protest against omnibus bill harms statehood hopes
Oklahoma and Indian Territory oppose the omnibus bill arguing it damages Arizona by uniting with New Mexico a Spanish-speaking territory. They call New Mexico un American and Greaser, noting Mexican dominance and language needs. They urge leaving Arizona alone or creating New Mexico as a separate state while Arizona grows with irrigation and wealth.
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Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Arizona
New Mexico
Washington Times
Congress
Statehood Resolutions Rally for Oklahoma and Indian Territory
Resolutions from a statehood mass meeting condemn federal treatment of the territories. They praise Congressman Babcock for opposing the administration and urge citizen support, especially from commercial groups, as a bill advancing statehood for Oklahoma and Indian Territory moves through Congress.
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Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Cannon
Roosevelt
Babcock
Lee Cruce
Federated Organizations
Furman Speech Spurs Oklahoma Primary Senate Plan
Oklahoma City dispatch reports Judge Henry M. Furman’s remarks at the Jackson Banquet on The Sovereignty of the People inspiring a proposal to nominate U.S. senators by primary during state legislative elections. Democratic papers in southern Oklahoma and Indian Territory call for organizing meetings to adopt this plan, which would shift power to voters and speed known outcomes after counts.
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Oklahoma City
Henry M. Furman
Jackson
Furman
United States Senate
National Congress
Oklahoma
Democratic
Legissature
United States
Monumental wealth and strict business ethics cited
Obituary tribute to Marshall Field detailing his vast fortune and cash basis methods. Commentary from friends praises his principle of never borrowing, no notes or mortgages, cash purchases, narrow margins, and strict contract fulfillment. The passage shifts to political rue and regional speculation about Arizona New Mexico statehood and labor union strength.
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Marshall Kield
Field
Mr. Field
Republicans' Secret Census In South McAlester
In South McAlester I T on January 18 Republicans conduct a quiet house to house census as a regular canvass method across the Territory.
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South McAlester
I. T
Soap creates grand Capitol replica in Ada window
In the east window of M. L. Walsh store a soap replica of the U S Capitol in Washington D C is shown. Made with Royal Cuticle Soap using 20 000 cakes the 10 foot high display features the front with a Triumph arch Liberty on a Progress chariot and a dome crowned by an eagle. Reading rooms offices and a grassy lawn complete the intricate scene with American flags surrounding it. The exhibit is praised as the finest window display in Ada or Pontotoc County.
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M. L. Walsh
U. S. Capitol Building
Washington D. C
Bureau of Information
M.L. Walsh
Ada
Pontotec County
Foley’s Honey and Tar Esteemed Remedy Warns Against Imitations
Foley & Co Chicago originated Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy and warns that many imitations attempt to copy the genuine product. Seek Foley’s Honey and Tar. avoid substitutes as no other preparation delivers the same satisfaction. It contains no opiates and is safest for children and delicate persons. Clark Drug Co and Mason Drug Co.
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Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
Clark Drug Co
Mason Drug Co
Licenses Issued to Local Residents in Office Marriage
Friday licenses went to I. D. Williams of Citra aged 35 and Agnes Cochran of Conway aged 1 along with Egar West aged 21 and Ethel Eastley aged 11 both of York. The former couple wed in the office by Deputy Clerk Constant.
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I. D. Williams
Citra
Agnes Cochran
Conway
Egar West
Ethel Eastley
York
Constant
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Praised In Texas Letter
Liberty Texas resident T. J. Chambers testifies to Ballard's Horehound Syrup as the most effective cough and cold remedy he has used. He endorses its curative power for his family and notes Clark Drug Store sells it.
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Ballard
Clark Drug Store
Frisco transfer changes cashier posts at St Louis station
T R Griffith of St Louis traveling auditor of the Frisco is in the city for a transfer of cashiers. W C Slocum is promoted from cashier to an avency with location not announced. H R Mayrei will take his place and has been a clerk.
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St. Louis
Frisco
W.C. Slocum
H. R. Mayrei
Clerik
Pocahontas Club Program Highlights French Science Talks
In Pocahontas on February 17 1905 the XXth Century Club showcases Louis Pasteur and Pierre Curie through oral sketches led by Mrs Mason and Mrs Higgins. The event features a Round Table on France's contributions to science with hostesses Mrs Tobin and Mrs Croxton among participants.
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Louis Pasteur
Croxton
Ada area cotton seed swap offers free delivery and storage
An Ada seed firm proposes a mixed feed swap offering 2000 lb hulls and 400 lb meal for 2000 lb of good cotton seed with free delivery or hauling payment. Seed kept until March 31 1906 with free storage for tenant customers, while distant farmers receive payment for hauling and swapped price terms.
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Ada
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Frisco Promotions
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Y A. H. Constant
Webb & Ennie
L. C. Andrews
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Cheraw. S. C
Little Brothers
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