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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1909
Page
11
Governor C N Haskell writes after Ada push for the Ada Normal school bill praising House and Senate members Reddie Ratliff Huddleston and Senator Roddie for their work. He notes bills will be considered by public building topics next week and reassures Ada residents he will act on the bill based on merit and justice.
The Ada News pledges to refuse liquor advertising citing Oklahoma laws and bootlegging crime. It contrasts Tulsa World stance and Durant News positions, arguing papers should avoid illegal beer and liquor promotion while seeking legitimate patronage.
The Oklahoma Democrats defend party loyalty and punish those who bolted the caucus while condemning attempts to limit press freedom. They praise unified party discipline and warn against Fitzgerald supporters, urging readers to advertise in the News to boost small businesses.
The piece urges Ada small businesses to respond to the News by advertising and soliciting public support. It speaks to numerous small enterprises operating with limited means and asks readers to consider patronizing these shops to help them grow and sustain themselves.
The piece notes Republican leaders across the state backing the ribbon ballot idea to aid illiterate voters. It cites President Taft endorsing equal eligibility and education to secure fair voting, arguing the goal is a educated, race neutral franchise to ensure intelligent expression of the popular will.
Unanimous vote directs Mayor to issue proclamation for election of two freeholders from each ward to draft a Muskogee charter modeled after Galveston Texas. This marks the likely first step toward a commission form of government for the city.
Registration books for the primary election will be open Thursday Friday and Saturday. Voters who did not register last summer must register before they can vote. Wards 1 and 2 register with W J H Rayburn at city hall, wards 3 and 4 with Mr Ellison at the Oklahoma State Bank.
Governor Haskell vetoed the Edmond Normal appropriation bill which carried a hundred thousand dollars. The veto cited fair and impartial school distribution as state policy and noted Ada benefits from central normal schools, suggesting further vetoes may follow.
The city greets the Ada Normal Bill signing with a light, joyful mood. Kicker groups retreat to the woods and men who once wore blues walk the streets whistling spring tunes as nature seems glad. Citizens celebrate on March 25, 1900.
The editor notes Otis Weaver was in Guthrie when the Normal bill passed, praising the choice. He also jokes the crowded news office could not endure more excitement, saying it had a close call already.
Superintendent Cameron assures the Ada Normal school will open September 12 with ample funds for maintenance. Ada deserves elation at the timely assurance and readiness.
The legislature indicated no criticism of the Eagle editor and no personal convenience was meant. Enid was viewed as a favorable site for the asylum, since the institution needed a location and Enid was considered desirable.
Wm. F. Arnold, editor of the Allen Hustler, entered the News office this morning, kicked over the tripod, shook hands with the editor and the office staff, then acted in a generally pleasant and agreeable manner.
Governor Haskell will visit Ada on Saturday night April 3 as the principal speaker at a banquet celebrating Ada winning the Southwest Normal. He will discuss his administration and policy without a manuscript. Citizens are urged to attend as Oklahoma’s legislature recently adjourned, prompting interest in state politics.
City Clerk Ada predicts Ada will become a city of 25 000 residents within five years as officials navigate a period of intense workload and large scale projects.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a universal purifier from blood poison to eczema and acne. It claims rapid relief and purity of blood, with a price of one dollar per large bottle and free samples. Available through Blood Balm Co. in Atlanta and sold in Ada Oklahoma by G M Ramsey.
Guthrie Oklahoma March 29. The city again centers on appointments to the new judgeships as Governor Haskell may visit court towns before announcements. Only a few cases have local agreement and the state board of public affairs will not be named for ten days.
No 509 due 9 40 a m and No 507 due 9 00 p m are listed as pending schedule entries. The note provides exact due times but no destinations or dates.
Golden globules claim to act on kidneys and purify blood. A 30 days trial costs $1.00 and targets Backeche Rheumatism Lumbago and fatigue. Sold by Gwin Mays & Co.
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