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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1909
Page
8
A two and a half day special grand jury in Ada Pontotoc county Oklahoma reports they could not indict any suspects in the April lynching. They condemn tardy justice and urge speedy trials and prompt appeals in felony and capital cases.
Guthrie April 8 The democracy achieved a decisive shift in Muskogee with the mayoral race ending in a Democratic win by a small margin after three straight Republican victories. Voters rejected the machine tactics tied to Governor Haskell, with hundreds of substantial Republicans joining the repudiation of dirty political methods.
Guthrie Oklahoma April 28. A new grand jury is to be empanelled for further investigation of the Shawnee and Potawatomie boodle cases. Attorney General West will urge Judge Rosser to preside over the court in Tecumseh as the prior judge is disqualified. West reports new damaging information likely to yield additional indictments though not against those already charged. Caldwell and West plan continued prosecution with Davenport and other officials aiding in city work.
Severe storms swept the Middle West and South with fatalities and injuries. Tornado wrecks Horn Lake Mississippi injuring fourteen. Knoxville Tennessee reports deaths and wrecked houses. Hot Springs Arkansas crops damaged by hail. Chicago gale downed wires. a factory collapse killed three. Little Rock man killed by live wire.
About six to seven hundred school land lessees gathered at Guthrie to press grievances over land and improvements appraisals. A committee led by J. B. Tosh and others spoke, while Governor Haskell promised county meetings and possible court action to define preferred rights and ensure fair treatment.
The hail storm last Monday damaged corn crops and gardens. Mr Ben Floyd and family visited relatives at Allen last week except their eldest son Har. School attendance averaged forty five daily for the month ending April 24 with term extended to May 21. A singing convention at Oakman drew many locals and is set for the last weekend in July in Egypt. Har Reed gave a dress pattern as a gift to a local lady, prompting congratulations. Small turnout at Sunday school and church due to the convention. PRAIRIE FLOWER.
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The Oklahoma State Board of Agriculture prepares a quarterly report for the quarter ending March 31 1909. It will include laws enacted by the Second Legislature affecting agriculture. Distribution planned with copies available from the Guthrie office.
Guthrie Oklahoma April 30 The state board of agriculture mailed checks to cyclone victims in Texas and Cimarron counties under House Bill No 5 to aid farmers buy seed for the coming season Each applicant receives 8 75 dollars and the 10 000 appropriation covers investigation costs More than 1100 applications were approved
Guthrie and Ada reports describe Governor Haskell ordering monthly alimony payments for William Mayes to avoid a revival of a wife desertion case. Oklahoma meanwhile moves toward new referendum questions on constitutional changes including the capital site plan “New Jerusalem” and high license local option proposals with Senator Campbell Russell pushing to locate the capital centrally near state school land.
The 25 000 Club in Ada heard Prof. Charles W Briles discuss preparations for the summer state normal. Briles, recently elected president, spoke warmly about Ada normals outlook while remaining Muskogee superintendent until May 28. A committee on advertising the summer normal was formed with Weaver Perkins and Pierce.
Hon. Edgar S. Ratliff appointed probate court clerk for Pontotoc County. A UT Austin graduate and longtime attorney, he is praised for diligence and ability to improve county welfare. Judge Currie resigns to focus on private practice as Ratliff takes over duties.
Boys often suffer scratches sprains and bruises. Apply Ballard's Snow Liniment as directed to relieve pain and aid healing. Sold by G. M. Ramsey in 25 50 cent and 1.00 sizes.
J B Chapman announces a 15 day sale offering entire stock of groceries at cost for spot cash. He invites friends and customers to call at once to take advantage of the low prices. 4th.
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