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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
4
H Barr Ellett, teller at First National Bank in Eufaula Oklahoma, confessed to burglarizing the bank on December 14 stealing nearly 3000 dollars and leaving a note with the combination. He was arrested on a bank robbery warrant and awaiting preliminary hearing in the county jail.
In Pauls Valley Oklahoma on December 24 Police Judge T L Kendall shot storekeeper John Stevenson who died at 9 PM. Stevenson had criticized Kendall's role in the Law Enforcement league which Kendall supports. Kendall surrendered to authorities after the incident as Christmas shoppers filled the business district.
The State Examiner of High Schools Rev Theo Brewer informs Prof Perkins of Ada High School’s affiliation with the State University. He will visit to examine the quality of work in the high school and confirms graduates may gain admission to the university.
In Kansas City a romance between Dora Fair a 16 year old Cherokee girl and Louis Rodgers a Negro from Nowata Oklahoma faced intervention by the humane society. The couple had come to be married. upon hearing of a warning Rodgers fled and Dora was placed in charge of a probation officer.
Sah ELPETE notes a quiet Christmas in Ada with family reunions and mild, breezy weather. Couples enjoyed buggy rides while some headed to the countryside for hunting, as advertisers reported a robust holiday trade beyond expectations.
LEN Guthrie Oklahoma December 24 Wa Caasi day who succeeded B D Marr as secretary of the school land commission today recommended abolishment of the department of counsel to the board the position held by Marr W C Hughes will succeed as examiner of titles and Cassiday would gain near absolute control of the 5 million school fund The move draws political comment as it would remove Marr's check on Cassiday and shift offices among Hughes Kirkpatrick and Cassiday
Katz and Rosenfield say holiday sales were better than expected and thank their customers. They invite continued patronage as they plan to improve supply. A $20 note was drawn by Dr Browall who is also fortunate to receive the inanimate prize to accompany the Stork’s recent gift at his home.
The large mercantile firm Cox Greer McDonald Co reports excellent holiday trade after moving to bigger quarters. They continue to carry a fine class of goods and have excelled this season, leading to increased trade.
An exclusive clothier reports increased trade beyond expectations due to short crops. He plans to raise stock and expand forthcoming orders while praising the excellent quality of goods the urbane proprietor and courteous clerks contribute to making the shop a popular trading destination.
The Nickel Store and the Surprise Store report strong trade in general merchandise, driven by attentive staff and popular offerings amid short crops. Meanwhile a Guthrie Penitentiary investigation expands with notable figures named by Gov Hoch. Taxpayers in Pontotoc County are reminded of a January 15 deadline for half tax payment. In Muskogee a deputy’s discovery of a pocket saloon flap leads to a bootlegger arrest.
L H Bailey, head of the country life commission, arrives with four members to draft a report for President Roosevelt. They toured states since November 9 gathering data and plan to present their conclusions later this month, highlighting farm organization, distribution, marketing, cooperation, schools, and highways.
In Muskogee on December 25 Adramn Broadway a street car conductor was slashed by Alex Johnson a Black man in front of a store. Johnson says he only defended himself after being struck. Broadway lies in a coma like condition awaiting quiet recovery.
Republican senator elect Frank Warren from Hughes Okfuskee district was granted a writ of mandamus directing the state election board to issue a certificate of election. The contest by Democrat H S Hurst claimed Warren’s name appeared as Warner on ballots.
Gov. Haskell addresses clerks in all counties except Bryan and Woodward asking for detailed lists of current tax levy rates for counties, school districts, townships and towns. The move follows a prior warning not to exceed state limits and cites counties using improper assessments to raise more money, with calls for revision where needed.
Sheriff T. J. Smith and deputies report violators jailed or released on bond. Arthur Cowen and J. O. Adams of Tyrola charged with malicious mischief were released on bond. Joe Ponpon jailed for shooting a domestic animal. Andrew Derrick colored of Roff tried for petit larceny and sentenced to ten days and a $25 fine. Floyd Robinson of Roff jailed for embezzlement.
A 3000 pound safe costing $200 was received at the city council room. The safe stands about five and a half feet high and is described as ample in size.
McAlester Oklahoma December 25 Legislation will be proposed at the coming session to avoid damage suits for personal injuries by coal miners. The plan, originated by the miners, would create a state fund financed by contributions from both employers and employees to compensate dependents of mine accidents.
Poisoned whiskey nearly caused the oath of George and Randolph Kilpatrick near Chickasha Oklahoma on December 24. The bootleg liquor was bought from a friend who came to town. Medical aid was summoned and the men recovered. A knockout drop named Fishberry was found in the bottle.
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