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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1908
Page
5
The article argues that statehood brings opportunity and demands active citizenship. It compares local governance to ancient regimes, urging Oklahomans to participate directly in public questions, pursue justice, protect life and property, and uphold honesty and integrity in all civic and private affairs.
City of Ada Oklahoma invites proposals from contractors to pave 12th Street from Rennie to Stockton with vitrified brick and cement base. Bids due Nov 30 1908. Contract awarded to lowest responsible bidder with bonds and checks. Mayor and council may reject bids. Ada Oklahoma November 12 1908. Also order for hearing petition to sell ward Willie A Latta real estate set for December 12 1908 at 10 am Ada County Court. Public notice for publication three weeks. Joel Terrell County Judge.
Ada Oklahoma records show the Board of County Commissioners approving bridge project payments to Freese & Burford and Sledge Lumber Co, plus a Kansas City Bridge Co balance. a school house contract for District No. 24 awarded to Freese & Burford. Warrant adjustments and adjournment noted.
New York reports a broad ruling declaring the American Tobacco Company a restraint of trade. The decision marks a wider interpretation of the Sherman act and has lawyers and business leaders buzzing over its potential impact on interstate combinations. An appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court is being prepared as judges trace the law’s development since earlier cases.
A nineteen year old farmer writes Home and Farm asking whether to marry or stay single when he eventually leaves home. He describes a life on his father’s forty two acre farm with two chores and musical instruments, noting that he has enjoyed some recreation but must soon strike out on his own. He seeks practical guidance on major life choices for independence and happiness.
An advertisement claims Ballard's Snow Liniment cures rheumatism lumbago sore and stiff muscles strains sprains cuts bruises burns and all aches. It asserts a bottle should be in every house and lists G. M. Ramsey as the seller.
William Randolph Hearst visits Washington for private business and meets the president after an independence party event. Report says the White House is pleased with Hearst’s campaign contributions and letter campaigns, though specifics of the interview remain unclear. The meeting is seen as an ice-breaker toward improved relations and potential peace talks.
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