Oklahoma University Growth and Statehood Prospects
A lengthy summary details the University of Oklahoma's rapid growth since its 1898 founding, including faculty and student gains, campus expansion, and endowment projections tied to statehood. It notes anticipated land and rental revenues under the statehood bill, plus broader regional developments and local political events in Oklahoma Territory and adjacent areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Oklahoma
Carlton Weaver
Oklahoma
Oklahoma University and University Preparatory School
Statehood Ahead as Oklahoma Territory Gains Momentum
W H L Campbell reports from Washington that no removal of Indian land sale restrictions is expected this session. He says statehood for Oklahoma and Indian Territory is likely, with strong support from western commercial interests and assurance from Speaker Cannon. The fight over coal lands and the Curtis bill shapes the legislative path this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
W. H. L. Campbell
Congress
Campbell
Texas
Arkansas
Secretary of the Interior
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Cannon
Kansas City
St. Louis
Chicago
McCumber
Clapp
Missouri
Kansas
Territories
Commendable Coolness in a Wilful Proposal Joke
A general praises Capt Hobson for coolness while recounting a story. An old bachelor friend wooes a widow in 1896 July and August and asks her to marry. She asks for time to think, and he goes to Smith's for a shave during the wait, displaying further calm under pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobson
Capt. Hobson
Smith’s
Travel rates by city and date listings across multiple destinations
A sequence of quoted travel rates from Ada Birmingham and other cities shows trip windows with prices ranging from $14.50 to $2100. Destinations include Decatur, Kansas City, Los Angeles, St. Paul, San Francisco, Mexico City, Chattanooga, Portland, Springfield, Omaha, and Denver with various April to July date spans. (Note: OCR fragments present.)
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Ada Birmingham
Ala
Decatur
Ill
Kansas City
Los Angeles
Cal
St. Paul
Minn
San Francisco
Mexico City
Mexico
Chattanooga
Tenn
Portland
Ore
Springfield
Omaha
Neb
Denver
Col
St. Louis
San Antonio
Galveston
Dr King’s New Life Pills Sold By G M Ramsey
An advert promises improved strength and vigor as Dr King’s New Life Pills increase and claim quick relief from constipation. Sold by G M Ramsey and Dr F Z Holley druggists at 25 cents with guaranteed quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
G. M. Ramsey
F. Z. Holley
Anti-Horse Thief Association Event At Union Hill
At Union Hill seven miles west of Ada the local A H T A lodge held a large gathering with an oyster supper and speeches by prominent organization officials.
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Union Hill
Ada
The
Anti-Horse Thief Association
Man Found Dead on Baton Rouge Street
A young man was found dead on a Baton Rouge street. Authorities suspect a congestive chill and note a suggested remedy, Dr. Mendenhall's Chill and Fever Cure, sold by G. M. Ramsey.
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Baton Rouge
Dr. Mendenhall
G. M. Ramsey
Texas Testimony Wharton May 22 1905 Dr. Men denhall’s Chill Cure
A Wharton supplier endorses Dr. Men denhall’s Chill and Fever Cure, noting six years of sales and praising it as the best chill tonic. The request asks for shipping eight gross per quotations, with G M Ramsey Drugstore involved in sales.
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Wharton, Tex
Mrs B. Claims Prickly Ash Bitters Preserves Youth
The article notes Mrs B. uses Prickly Ash Bitters to keep the system in order and maintain youthful appearance.
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Mrs. B
Warning Order in Indian Territory Court Declares Case
First Published May 10 warning order in the United States Commissioners Court Sixth District Spaulding Manufacturing Company vs J S Sie. Defendant is warned to appear in court and answer the complaint. Witness dated the 8th day of May. Thomes P. Holt non resident attorney for plaintiffs.
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Lawton
John P. Blackmon
Anakarko
W. S. Silcott
Red Store
Blackmon
Fletcher
J. R. Riley
J. S Sie
Indian Territory
Thomes P. Holt
Attornepe
Defendants Notified in Indian Territory Court Case
The Sixth district of the United States Commissioners Court in Indian Territory lists Spauldinges Company and B H Done as defendants. The defendant was ordered to appear and answer a secret act, with P Holt as attorney for the plaintiff.
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United States Commissioners Court
Indian Territory
Sixth District
Spauldinges Company
PistnGf
B. H
Momameid
Pista
King's Health May Be Toasted With Water Say King Hall Letter
A 1902 letter from King Hall through Lord Knollys declares abstainers may toast the king in nonalcoholic drinks. Navy teetotalers have known of the royal permission for years, easing conflict between loyalty and temperance pledges.
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England
King-Hall
Lord Knollys
King Hall
English Women Untidy Says Oriental Artist In London
Yoshio Markino, a Japanese artist in Britain, criticizes Englishwomen for ungainly gait and hurried conduct. He notes raised elbows, skirts held awkwardly, and short sleeves provoking ridicule, while praising French fashions and contrasting English modesty with Japanese poise.
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London
Yoshio Markino
Paige
Mo Maaphine
England
Ryance
Mr. Marktino
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New State’s University
Committee
Furman
Norman
Okla
Henry Furman
Democratic Club
Fanning Opera House
Constitution
Frisco
Henry M. Furman
Weaver
Judge Furman
University Democrats
Democratic
United States
Bill
Bartlesville
Roswell
Duncan
Checotah
Hugo
Madill
Tulsa
Weleetka
Wetumka
Wilburton
Wyandotte
M.K. F. Special
C. F. Orchard
Spaulding Manufacturing Company
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad
W. S. ST. George, General Passenger & Ticket Agt
Wainwright Bldg
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway
St. Louis Hanibal
Junction City
Oklahoma City
Points
Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth
Yond
Old
Kentucky
Louisville, Ky
D.C
T. P
Rooma City
Kla
F. E. Clark
D. PB. A
Wichita, Kansas
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