Campaign diary from Stonewall to Allen and Blackrock
The editor reports on a campaign swing through Stonewall Blackrock and Allen in Pontotoc county for a state senate bid. He notes audience reception favorable on school land policy, endorsements from local farmers and support among Allen farmers, while some business leaders back an opponent. He remarks on misconceptions about Democrat affidavits and reflects on community visits before returning home.
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Stonewall
Blackrock
Oliver
Dr. Threlkeld
J. A. Williams
County Union
Indian Territory
Self&h
Allen
Pontotoc County
Democratic Party
G. W. Black
Conway
Frice
Should the Legislature Be Composed Entirely of Lawyers
The article argues overrepresentation by lawyers in the legislature and questions whether a diversity of professions should be represented in both houses. It notes most work will be in committees and highlights candidates in Ponotoc and Seminole counties, where many running are lawyers, except Weaver the editor. It emphasizes public consideration of this issue.
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Pontotoc
Seminole
Legislalature
Senate
Weaver
Letter from Cairo criticizes candidates in 1907 discourse
The missive discusses political lines in Cairo Illinois dated May 14 1907. It condemns Bipedhng degetns and attorney general candidate B. P. Freeling as on the wrong side of the fence. It references Bryan Goebel and Cleveland politics, urging voters to support others over those named.
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Freeling
Bryan
Goebel
Cleveland
Abeh B. B. Parker
Donald Kis
Carlton Weaver Denounces Roddie Slander In County Battle
Carlton Weaver defends his record against R. M. Roddie in a pointed public reply. He labels Roddie’s accusations libelous and false about county duties, expenditures, and meetings in Roff Ada Guthrie Muskogee. Weaver vows to prove truth and remains in Pontotoc County.
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R. M. Roddie
Roff
Ada
Pontotoc County
Murray
Buchanan
Cruce
Muskogee
Haskell
Ponotoc County
Guthrie
Roddie
Carlton Weaver
Murray 10 Make Initiative Plans for Oklahoma Election
Oklahoma City June 4 Friends of President William H. Murray say he will issue a proclamation for an August 6 election if plans succeed. State officers and a proposed constitution would be voted on as part of a general state election. The sixty day notice expires June 6. Some fear legal delays may stall actions and the convention faces multiple restraining suits.
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Frantz
Oklahoma
Murray
Tulsa
Haskell
Oklahoma County
George Wood
Constitutional Convention
Cherokee
Alfalfa
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Little Brothers
Texas Wagon Yard
A. M. Raney
J.B Cummings
Chadwick
J. M. Raney
M. L. Walsh
General Merchandise
East Main Street
B. Weaver Agency
12Th and
Broadway
R. O. Wheeler
Ness
Leither
H. C. Evans
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