Paris Flood Threatens Highest Level Since 1615
Paris reports waters still rising at Pont Royal with high mark expected near the 1615 record. Soldiers toil by torchlight to divert currents as relief stations open and prayers are issued amid widespread destruction and panic.
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Pont Royal
Marne
Yonne
Seine
Alfortville
Belgium
Quai Des Grades Augustins
Orleans Company
Rue de Jacob
Institute of France
M. Lepine
Solferino
Henry IV
Ameriette
Zion Association meeting returns from Ashland
Rev. C. Stubblefield traveled from Ashland after attending a Zion association meeting. Sunday drew many visitors to the State normal building, enjoying an ideal day, with activity noted at the campus.
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C. Stubblefield
Ashland
Zion Association
State Normal Building
Bowers Family Moves to Tishomingo After Ada Years
E. J. Bowers and family left Ada where they lived for several years and have moved to Tishomingo this morning. Mr Bowers has secured a good position as bookkeeper and they will reside there permanently, leaving many friends behind in Ada.
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E. J. Bowers
Tishomingo
Promanen Ly
Mr. Bowers
Ada
Ada Normal School Expansion Faces Legislature Vote
Governor and lawmakers weigh Ada East Central Normal School funding after rapid growth and broad local support. President Briles reports backing from both legislative chambers and a pledge of state aid, with a possible special session to decide on a $100,000 appropriation and ongoing campus development in Ada.
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Oklahoma
East Central Normal
Ada
State Board of Control
Board of Education
East Central Normal School
State Board of Normal Regents
Athe- Ada
Chas. S.briles
Muskogee
Briles
Ada Growth Praised by Indiana Visitor and Investor
A visiting Indiana booster and S J Haines toured Ada Oklahoma, praising rapid growth and land value potential. They noted Ada as a hub in a Chickasaw nation garden spot with rail access and raw materials, crediting local women for securing the state normal school. They forecast continued expansion and new investments as newcomers arrive.
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Ada
Oklahoma
Sévetal
Uncle Joe Declares Self Not Retiring in 1910 Fallout
Washington reports Uncle Joe insists he will not retire and denies surrendering to rivals. Rumors swirl about his future in the speakership and possible support for Marlin E. Olmstead as Congress nears elections.
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Evening News
Washington
Uncle Joe
Joseph
Ilinois
Local residents enter city affairs and civic club formed
Mrs L R Clark and Miss Edith Felter visit Ada as marriage licensees are recorded. Robert Driver 19 and Bessie Bailey 17 of Tyrola obtain license. Ollie Wilson and sister in law Mrs Wilson of Francis visit Ada. A Ross citizen subscribes to Weekly News. H W Hazlewood travels to Welkita to aid ill mother. Mollie Jernigan visits Muskogee family. City fire department youth group organized at city hall with talks by Parks Harris Parrish. temporary officers named. first meeting set for Friday night.
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L. R. Clark
Francis
Edith Felter
Robert Driver
Bessie Bailey
Tyrola
Ollie Wilson
Wilson
Ada
A. McFarland
Ross
H. W. Hazlewood
Stratford
Weleetka
Mollie Jernigan
the News
T. L. Rippey
Muskogee
Harry Parks
R. H. Harris
Chas. Parrish
New York Clergy Urges Food Price Strikes and Meat Boycott
Otto Foedker, state legislator, plans to push a one year tariff suspension on meats from Washington to lower prices. Frank Dowling proposes a storage foods ordinance requiring clear labeling and dating. Rev Henry Frank promotes a general wage strike to counter rising living costs and urges workers in slaughterhouses to unite.
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New York
Otto Foedker
House of Representatives
Washington
Frank Dowling
Henry Frank
Berkley Theatre
Local clergymen attend Zion Association in Ashland
Mrs Bean and Mrs McClure of Francis travel the city for shopping. Reverend C Stubblefield of the First Baptist church departs for Ashland to join the Zion Association. Reverends O E Fowler and A J Deanton from the North Ada Baptist church also leave to attend the Zion Association at Ashland.
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Bean
McClure
Francis
Rev. C. Stubblefield
First Baptist Church
Ashland
Zion Association
O. E. Fowler
A. J. Deanton
North Ada
King of Konawa Visits City on Investment Mission
HH T King of Konawa is in the city on a business mission. Ada parties plan to invest about 10 000 in college dormitories on the Past Side. President Chas Briles of the Mast Central Normal is out of town pursuing Ada State institution interests. Louis McKnight posted 250 bond for trial as a witness in the district court against Joe Watson.
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T. King
Konawa
Ada
Chas. Briles
Mast Central Normal
Ada State
Louis McKnight
Joe Watson
Konawa residents noted in city visit and smallpox report
S McEachern of Konawa visited the city Monday. Miss Nell Kennedy of Konawa is in the city today visiting friends. A smallpox case is reported at E P Jones's home three miles west. Another case occurs in the Yarber family five miles southeast. Foster Simpson came from Konawa on Monday, expressing regret he could not stay longer due to the badger.
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S. McEachern
Konawa
Nell Kennedy
E. P Jones
Petersburg residents comment on local affairs in Ada
A letter from H R Snyder, signed in Petersburg Indiana, questions truth and hints at Col. Snyder owning Ada real estate. Editor notes Snyder and Haines are prominent Petersburg citizens and that Haines plans to buy something soon.
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Messrs. Snyder and Haines
Petersburg
Indiana
Col. Snyder
Ada
Col. Haines
John Ward Announces Run for County Weigher
John Ward, an well known local, confirms plans to run for county weigher with formal announcement to follow in this paper. Citizens are urged to watch for details in upcoming edition.
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John Ward
County Institute Meeting Called By Executive Committee
The Farmers' County Institute executive committee announces a meeting in the court room on Monday February 14. Important business will come up and members are urged to attend.
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The
Farmers’ County Institute
Farmers' State Bank of Cushing Chartered
Guthrie January 31 state charter issued for Farmers' State Bank of Cushing with capital of 14000 dollars. Incorporators include A. L Treese F N Treese Frank Adams of Jennings William Robertson and Ira Stout of Cushing.
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Cushing Bo
Guthrie
Farmers’ State Bank
Cushing
A. L Treese
F- N. Treese
Frank Adams
Jennings
William Robertson
Ira Stout
Indictments Sought in Chicago Sewer Graft Case
Chicago IH Feb 1 State's Attorney Wayman plans new and more detailed indictments against Michael H McGovern Paul Redieske and nine others on conspiracy charges to obtain city funds by false pretenses. Additional evidence may involve more parties to close loopholes and ensure no technical escape.
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Chicago
Michael H. McGovern
Paul Redieske
Wayman
Willis & Gibson Shoe Repair Ad at Chapman’s Store
The ad announces a complete shoe repair shop with on the spot service and lower prices. It guarantees satisfaction and highlights the use of the best leather, inviting customers to visit the Chapman’s Shoe Store at Third Street.
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Ada
Farm in Fannin county sale to Oklahoma lands
In an exchange completed for four seventy, a farm in Fannin county is involved with Oklahoma lands. Address J. J. McFarland, Roff, Okla.
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Fannin County
Tégs
Oklahoma Lands
J. J. McFarland
Roff, Okla
Two Residents Named in Ada Oklahoma Public Notice
Herbert Francis, 40, of Oklahoma City and Miss Pearl Clinton, 30, of Ada appear as parties in the notice.
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Herbert Francis
Oklahoma City
Miss Pearl Clinton
Ada
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