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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
3
The Stanton murder case extends to a second day with ten men arrested for the crime. About twelve witnesses have testified, all largely circumstantial, showing the group was at the resort the night of the murder amid drinking and prior quarrels. One witness said a defendant stated the kid had been killed and found the victim outside.
The News invites nearly one hundred patrons for a Souvenir Album. It aims to include every dwelling and business establishment that presents Ada well in a composite city portrait. Participants take pride in appearing in the group.
From Cairo Egypt William Jennings Bryan writes Col M C Wetmore of St Louis saying he will not seek 1908 nomination unless circumstances threaten his vital principles He notes his policies are growing stronger and his candidacy depends on future events.
Oklahoma and Indian Territory Electric Medical Association workers gather in Oklahoma City for a three day session with 100 delegates. They vote to unite the two associations, elect officers for the year, and name Shawnee as next meeting city.
Mayor Schmitz and the police board announce a blanket saloon closure in San Francisco with all licenses revoked. The city notes a drop in crime and orderly conditions since the fire, while City Marshal Lem Mitchell recovers from an operation and is expected back soon.
Washington notes report Governor Frantz and R E Wood inviting President Roosevelt to Oklahoma University commencement next year. Roosevelt says he will be with them if possible, aligning with Rough Riders reunion and Missouri visit. Statehood conferees discuss timing as Senate rate bill looms.
In Muskogee and Atoka dates, estimates show about 5,000 babies eligible for enrollment under new laws, with under 1,000 likely to receive allotments due to limited unallotted land. Land quality is poor, averaging 325 dollars per allotment, and Creek and Choctaw lands mirror scarce, low-grade resources. Overall 12,000 babies admitted so far. additional notes on the Indian Territory Sunday School Association meeting and health remarks.
Washington May 12 The Bailey non-suspension amendment to orders of the Interstate Commerce Commission tied to the rail rate bill failed 23 to 54 in a largely party line vote. Rainer’s constitutional focus amendment also fell as other Democratic and La Follette proposals were rejected. Wisconsin Senator sided with Democrats on most, while McEnery and Morgan voted with Republicans. Also notes Dr Runyan’s Oklahoma City trip and the unification of Oklahoma and Indian Territory Medical Associations into the Oklahoma State Medical Association. Wedding announcements follow.
Sheriff Jeff Mason and Deputy R. Green of Greenville Texas arrived in Ada and arrested Dan Green, a black man wanted in Texas on a pistol carrying charge after skipping bond months ago.
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