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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
4
The Oklahoma Portland Cement Co will build a modern concrete silo at the Lawrence quarry to store feed for teams and serve as a demonstration project for local farmers. It will be the first silo in Pontotoc county.
Durant Oklahoma voters approve a commission form of government by a 50 vote margin in a light turnout of 526 among over 1,200 registered. The First and Fourth Wards opposed the change, while the Second and Third Wards backed it by over two to one.
A promotional plea urges readers to subscribe now to the Ada News and Dallas Semi Weekly Farm News for one year at 1.75 dollars. The offer promises three papers per week and timely home reading for the whole family, stressing self and publisher losses if forgotten.
An Oklahoma City Times op ed argues the Supreme Court decision shielding Indians from taxation favors Indian landowners in Eastern Oklahoma. It notes rising Indian populations, wealth from oil and gas, and government subsidies, contrasting with poor whites who must pay taxes.
A testimonial from Darius Downey of Newburg Junction N B praising Chamberlain's Tablets as effective for stomach and bowel troubles. The ad urges readers to try them and notes availability from all dealers.
Senator Gore moves to restore the $300,000 federal school appropriation for Oklahoma after the Supreme Court ruling makes many Indian lands non taxable. About 8 million acres are affected, with state and federal officials directing inquiries to the Five Tribes Commission at Muskogee.
Lame back is described as rheumatic muscle pain best treated with Chamberlain's Liniment. The advertisement claims it provides relief and notes it is sold by all dealers.
Washington report says Rep Carter will introduce a bill to aid Oklahoma and its counties after the Supreme Court invalidated the 1908 law taxing lands of less than half Indian blood. The measure seeks court of claims relief for taxes lost and refunds of about $890,000 already collected.
Oklahoma City May 16 The statehouse and law offices weigh the Supreme Court tax ruling saying taxes may be lifted on Indian allotment lands. Officials estimate potential annual losses from 75 000 to 220 000 depending on scope. Attorneys expect only land losses, not improvements, reducing impact. The piece also notes Chamberlains Liniment ad and Buckner Orphan Home updates.
Notes on double headers under the three league rule. Pat Donahue backs a Springfield semi pro club while O Ping Bodie shines for the White Sox. Pfeffer pitches for Washington in the USL. Jennings and Doolin praise and plan for strong seasons. Shafer aims for a base stealing mark, while the Quakers challenge near the top. Cards crush Reds in spring, Bronkie shines at third for the Naps but stalls, Perdue’s win streak ends against the Cubs. Stone sent to Terre Haute, once a Browns champ batter, and the Maine New Brunswick loop set with St John Fredericton Woodstock Houston, May 24 to Sept 7. AL managers miss the real article as Suggs Keefe and Smith star for Hank O Day’s Redlegs. Zimmerman Smith Bell Bergen Coulson traded to Newark, two join Indians while Bell skips, Bergen released.
Advertising offer for a combined one year mail subscription to Ada Weekly News and Tulsa World. Special price advertised as $3.00 for both by mail, with Tulsa World listed at $4.00 and Ada News at $1.00, urging immediate payment.
The text boasts rising sales and voluntary testimonials for Chambrian’s Cough Remedy. It urges readers to try it for coughs or colds and notes availability from all dealers.
Rev. E. M. Sweet arrived yesterday afternoon and remained in Ada today to visit his son and greet many Ada friends. He is en route to Vinita from San Angelo where his family is staying a few days.
Ben McKinley came from Stratford this morning and spoke proudly of his town while expressing enduring affection for Ada.
Song fragment laments a political fight over funding and control of a local school. It criticizes Mr Akin and politicians for harming the farmer's school and urges action to prevent further damage. The piece portrays community anger and threats of consequences if the school is not protected.
A lender advertises five year mortgages on farms in Pontotoc County. Borrowers can buy homes and stop renting with loans near full land value on unallotted lands bought at government sale. No requirement to pay the lands out, saving taxes and interest. Write for full details.
M. M. Gubin came back from Stratford yesterday afternoon and shared a significant railroad signal he learned there with several friends today.
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