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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
4
The Stratford Chronicle rebrands as Trib une under Mr. McCue with warm exhortations to residents to improve the town. The notice urges Ada to become a leading commercial center and to publicize the new name.
The piece argues the sun shines and government endures though eclipse fears loom. Ada’s cement brick cotton mills gins and other industries seek home patronage to spur growth and attract capital, with a call for continued progress and home building despite political shifts.
A Dallas News editorial praises the ballot and prosperity as the republic works, then highlights W A Baity's Denison success driven by heavy newspaper advertising. It argues advertising is essential, comparing its impact to rent and noting manufacturers, wholesale firms, railroads, and banks rely on ads to reach buyers and prosper.
The piece argues that Democratic defeat mirrors four years ago despite Bryan’s strength and integrity. It asserts Kern is an excellent running mate and blames defeat on factors beyond nominees, noting partisan stakes and concerns over coercion of workers.
The Muskogee Times-Democrat notes the need to illuminate post election contributions and criticizes Oklahoma election laws as the Muskogee results and actions suggest changes. The Dallas News comments on election timing affecting Thanksgiving sentiment. Mr Archbold’s campaign left a strong impression.
A late note to John C. Ried from Senator Barnum and a rapid flip in the Times set the stage for Hayes. Pressmen rushed a new edition declaring Hayes the winner after Ried confirmed four pivotal states shifted to the Republicans. The episode helped trigger the Electoral Commission that ultimately counted Hayes in.
A reflective piece questions how long a republic can endure under self-serving rulers and at what cost. It urges the liberty-loving American people to remain true to free government principles while resisting leaders who seek personal gain at the nation’s expense.
Attendance gathered at St. Luke's church as the M E south annual conference opens in Oklahoma City. Rev W M Wilson of Duncan preached the sermon. Bishop James Atkins will open the two day meeting with over 500 lay members and clergy from across the state.
The Mahara-Ministers present enlarged gasen with multiple tadics for the chorus as a major feature. A scenic part with electrical effects leads into a strong second act. Specialties include Cakewalking Dancing Choruses Marches Drills finishing with a funny operetta. A big band and premium orchestra accompany. Parade at noon. Ada pera House Nevada.
A man in Oklahoma reportedly drank a gallon of Sunny Brook whiskey daily while feeding stock and was bitten by a rattlesnake. He died instantly, and a local conclusion claims the whiskey cured his dog bite, a belief dismissed by many as an odd but humorous tale.
Kopawa residents vote bonds to fund a brick school but dispute location. T B Terry and Frank Miller secured a temporary injunction against the school board over site choice, hearing set before Judge West in Ada today.
A dated humorous reflection contrasts women's decisiveness with men's confidence. It jokes that women savor imagery of daughters with hair and that a girl feigns interest in rivals, while a man pretends to be in love with many.
Judge J Terrell calls for rapid land sales to actual settlers in Pontotoc County 360000 acres held by the County Court. He argues farming ownership by white and red alike strengthens tax base, improves homes, funds guardians for Indian minors, and raises county wealth. He invites bids via the Court and pledges transparent sales to aid citizens.
A traditional fruit pudding method uses stoned raisins currants citron flour suet butter and sugar with eggs milk lemon zest and spices. The mixture is boiled for five hours then served with a lemony butter sauce whipped egg white and sugar.
The passage argues that life in peace at home or in gardens negates the need for ostentation and fame. It condemns pursuing glory through virtue, science, eloquence, nobility, wealth, or attire as ridiculous vanity, insisting modesty requires only a decent spirit and self restraint.
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