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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
5
W. J. Bryan for Vice President. Missouri W. Kern for Corporation Commissioner. A. P. Watson farmer. C. D. Carter for Congress Fourth District. Frank Huddleston for Pontotoc County representative.
The editor backs the Democratic candidates listed in the page header noting their one year tenure and urging voters in Pontotoc and Seminole counties to reelect proven public servants. It also notes Vice President Fairbanks attending a reception for the Prince of Wales in Canada and praises his suitability for formal duties.
The piece notes a recurring Hanna era tactic conditioned on Republican victory. It mentions a blacksmith candidate for governor in Texas who scared administration forces, with Gov Campbell winning by about 75 000. It also praises Mr Williams for rapid strength and steady conduct.
The Commoner announces Mr. Bryan’s retirement from the editorial post and names his brother as editor. The paper’s campaign profits will go to the fund for expenses in the upcoming presidential contest. Each action is praised as commendable.
Authorities press for readying roadways to haul bumper crops. Work focuses on maintaining traction, clearing obstructions, and ensuring safe passage for heavy farm traffic this harvest season.
The notice notes favorable weather with seasonable rains over the past week boosting crop prospects in the area. Strong mentions of improved conditions suggest a productive season ahead for local farmers.
The passage notes Standard Oil's rehearing and suggests wealth influence in legal outcomes. It accuses the Republican party of protecting its "pets" and claims one fearless judge who enforced the law is an exception and not aligned with the party.
The Cincinnati home of Taft's millionaire brother serves as the notification center and personal base. The liberal brother was a key financier of Taft's nomination campaign, and Taft plans to keep leveraging that support and stay there.
National Treasurer Haskell will place campaign funds in Oklahoma banks under the state guaranty law. The move serves as a practical demonstration of deposit guarantees and will bolster the demand for such guarantees as highlighted in the national Democratic platform.
The article notes good land for sale in Oklahoma at reasonable prices after allotment activity ends. It mentions the Democratic primary on August 4 and urges registration to vote, plus discussions of tariffs, rail consolidation, and political strategies affecting investors and the small manufacturing sector. It also reports a corrected flood relief expenditure from 6,300 to 300 dollars with interest for repayment.
An official report notes the national committee recognizes the honor conferred and lauds the distinguished gentleman selected for the responsible position.
A fragmented report discusses a reversal of a decision by Ji Ldis, mentions the republicans counteracting an alleged dam, and asserts the Standard will prevail while the republican party remains in power.
The project progresses beyond a week with aims to produce the most complete Oklahoma edition. It promises graphic coverage of Pontotoc County resources, schools, churches, society, and progress, to entice homeseekers and investors.
The piece lists numerous speaking events on Saturday night August 1st across 101 towns in support of E. B. Ratlif and Frank Huddleston for reelection. A Saturday afternoon Ada rally promotes Ratliff and Huddleston. It notes speakers and locations, urges attendance, and calls for Bryan and Kern clubs. The countywide tally shows standings for contestants, led by Miss Mary Walay Bebee and others, with vote counts. An unrelated ad promotes Dr. Shoop’s Restorative for nerves and energy.
A Philadelphia man rocked the boat and a young woman with him knocked him into the river using a spare oar. The Carnegie hero commission is respectfully asked to take notice.
Rolf Eagle notes B Johnson a young industrious farmer who left the city today for a business mission to Chicago and other northern points. The report frames him as hopeful about profitable ventures.
Pensacola July 30 three men dead and a score wounded as a mob of about a thousand surrounds the county jail to take out Leander Shaw who yesterday assaulted Mrs. Lillian Davis near Pensacola. The crowd waited two hours before any rush.
Muskogee, July 29. Negro land owners, under pressure, rapidly sell homesteads with 10 000 acres disposed of in 24 hours. At the register of deeds 140 instruments recorded by 4 pm, likely 180 by close. grafters busy, victims angered, and fears of unrest mount as the region faces reduction of Black land ownership.
The committee sought to enlist Hons J F McKeel D W Huffer B C King Robert Roland Judges Galbraith Currie all regarded as good speakers. Other county boxes exist with no campaign yet but some gentlemen may be available despite other engagements or absences.
J W Davis will address Fitzhugh residents Monday night in support of Ratliff and Huddleston candidacy. The event aims to rally voters and outline the ticket’s platform in the local race.
Samuel Carter aged about 65 of Dolberg attempted suicide by swallowing carbolic acid. He disappeared at dinner, was found in a barn in critical condition, and saved by Dr. Clark. Family trouble is cited as motive. Carter is a Civil War veteran.
Taft states opposition to accepting campaign fund contributions from corporations though an individual gift by a corporation head could be charged as a corporate expense, leaving Taft unaware of the true source. He derides such political buncombe in Henison Herald.
The Oklahoma paper calls for at least 200000 Republican votes and a re vote of the Democratic ticket this year urging strong turnout and political action.
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