Democrats Accept Call for Campaign Funds in 1907 State Election
The state election is set for September 17, 1907 to approve the constitution. The Democratic party, facing Republican opposition and “special interests,” forms a campaign committee and appeals to voters for financial support to fund literature, speakers, and headquarters operations. Contributions of one dollar or more will be recorded and used for distributing campaign materials. Credit receipts and donor names will be available for public inspection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Constitutional Convention
W. L. Poof
Oklahoma City
Okla
Edwin O. Cassidy
Con Con delegate Weaver returns from Guthrie trip
Carlton Weaver of Ada a constitutional convention member travels to Ada from Guthrie. He and others discussed the final session and noted more than thirty changes, some controversial, aimed at statehood. Weaver kept the signing pens as souvenirs and commented on provisions about federal courts and legislative apportionment.
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Weaver
Oklahoma
Bryan
Kay
TAKING OF CENSUS DELAYED IN OKLAHOMA TERRITORY
Guthrie July 19 delayed census work by a week due to need for a new district map after Acting Supervisor William C. Hunt and his crew arrived in Oklahoma and a constitutional convention paused work. Washington prepared maps were found defective so local officials produced a new map. sixty errors in township and county descriptions were corrected, including missing two townships in Johnson County where President W. H. Murray had erred.
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Guthrie
Territories
William C. Hunt
Oklahoma
Washington
Constitutional Convention
Johnson
W. H. Murray
Murder of Sasakwa Marshal triggers manhunt in Indian Territory
John Morrison Sasakwa city marshal was shot near Davis store by John and Morris Cudjo and an unknown Black man while attempting to arrest them after a Spaulding robbery. The two Cudjo brothers and John Street were captured. Deputy U S Marshal Cordell wounded a suspect. Dixon later died. Morrison left a wife and two children.
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Wewoka
I. T
John Morrison
Sasakwa
Here
Davis
Little River
John
Morris Cudjo
Curios
Evan
Spaulding
Indian Territory
Morrison
John Cudjo
Earlsboro
Oklahoma
Shawnee
Cadjos
Holdenville
Evans
United States
U. S
Cordell
Posse
L. , Dixon
Dixon
Eli Morris
Dick Couch
Kodol Relief Ad Promises Quick Stomach Comfort
When any sign of indigestion or stomach trouble appears take a little Kodol for prompt relief. Sold by Crescent Drug Store.
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Crescent Drug Store
Oklahoma convention to file brief on initiative and referendum
Delegates led by Bob Williams plan to submit to Attorney General Bonepart a brief arguing the initiative and referendum provision of the constitution is republican in form. The document will cite opinions and court decisions and be filed before the constitution is completed.
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Oregon Supreme Court
Oklahoma
Oregon Court
Williams
Frantz
Filson
Woods
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Guthrie
Okla
Bonepart
Bob” Williams
Durant
State Supreme Bench
Bonaparte
Postmaster Endorses Chamberlain's Remedy in Cherryvale
F. M. Hamilton, Cherryvale postmaster, also runs general merchandise and patent medicines. He says Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is standard here and never fails to give satisfaction. For sale by G. M. Ramsey.
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F. M. Hamilton
Cherryvale
Ind
Chamberlain
G. M. Ramsey
Census enumerator job applications sent to district chiefs
Guthrie July 18 Supervisor Hunt of the census bureau forwards enumerator applications filed from various districts to district chiefs for review. After evaluation and district recommendations the papers return to Mr Hunt with appointment recommendations and oaths to be issued. Republican groups and constitutional delegates are asked to provide recommendations to influence appointments.
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Guthrie
Supervisor Hunt
Census Bureau
Hunt
Weaver Files Nomination for Congress District One
Claude Weaver of Pauls Valley files with Governor Frantz his nomination certificate for the Democratic bid in Oklahoma's first district. Signed by A. M. Stewart as chairman and W. E. Settle as secretary, the document lists Weaver with 141 convention votes.
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Guthrie
Claude Weaver
Pauls Valley
Scott Ferris
Lawson
Frantz
A. M. Stewart
Mangum
W. E. Settle
Weaver
Kennedy Cough Syrup Advertised Without Opiates
A vintage ad claims Kennedy's Cough Syrup contains no opiates and eases cold by gently moving the bowels. It emphasizes honey and a pleasant taste, contrasting with older syrups that constipate.
Bugaboo over funding for territory offices prompts local rumor
Territorial press stirs about no year start funds for U S clerks deputies clerks commissioners and constables. Deputy Constant shows a Washington circular that clarifies the issue with pay postponed until Congress acts. Coroner Wheeler reports an inquest into a hanging as John Kelly the Katy brakeman lies dying after a lynching sighted by crowds from Everland and border towns.
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U. S
Constant
Department
Washington
Congress
Osage
Baily
John Kelly
Katy
Herbine Promised Liver Relief in Fort Worth Ad
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a liver regulator for constipation dyspepsia and liver complaints. A Fort Worth Texas customer Mrs F praises the remedy for family use and overall well being. Sold by G M Ramsey.
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Fort Worth
Texas
G. M. Ramsey
Jurisdiction Dispute Over Osage Station Lynching
Guthrie July 17 a jurisdiction dispute exists between Oklahoma federal officials and Pawnee county authorities over which agency investigates the lynching of Frank Bailey by a mob at Osage station. United States Marshal John R. Abernathy says Pawnee County Sheriff Charles I. Pumroy should handle the case.
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Osage
Guthrie
Oklahoma
Pawnee County
Pumroy
Pawnée
The Charming Woman and the Case for Electric Bitters
A persuasive note praising inner qualities over mere looks, claiming that Electric Bitters restore strength and vitality in women. It promises clear eyes, smooth skin, bright complexion and strong nerves, with a 50 cent guarantee at G. M. Remsey's Druggist.
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G. M. Remsey’s
New Fiscal Year Debuts New Postal Measures
As the new fiscal year begins, stamps of ten cents with special delivery wording replace registered delivery. A $10 gold certificate features Michael Hillegas, first U S treasurer, to deter counterfeiting. About 201000 postal clerks and 24000 city letter carriers receive pay raises, railroads’ mail-carriage compensation is cut, and postmasters will weigh all mail classes for six months. Immigration rules tighten, while insect bites and stings, barns, and trules are noted.
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Uncle Sam
Michael Hillegas
United States
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J. M. Keltner
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Sult
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