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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1909
Page
2
Brief message from the Shetland Islands announces that the Intrepid Brooklyn physician has succeeded in reaching the Pole on April 21, 1908.
Reports from Copenhagen and Lerwick state American explorer Frederick A. Cook reached the North Pole on April 21, 1908 aboard the Danish steamer Hans Egede. He traveled with a Norwegian companion and eight Esquimaux from Etah Greenland, via Ellesmere, with Cape York Esquimaux confirming the journey.
Washington reports the United States owns the North Pole and discovery grants title. Government officials say discovery holds original title and sovereignty disputes are unlikely due to remote location and lack of material value. Prof Willis L. Moore notes future use could involve an airship summer resort at the pole.
The McAlester News Capital marks its first anniversary under consolidation with the old News and Capital. The paper upholds good standards in news and editorial work, thriving in McAlester though lacking competition. The sole objection is its political stance, urging independence as opposed to a Republican alignment.
Pioneer citizen Gale Statler, noted as a substantial local figure from Jesse country in southeast Pontotoc, will move to Ada. He has bought property on East South Street in Donaghey addition and plans to build an elegant residence, greeting Ada with a warm welcome.
In Pon totoc county last night at about 12 o'clock a killing occurred at the Black School House near Conway. Ben Mullins killed a neighbor named Blevins after a dance led to a fight. Lucky Mullins was reported badly beaten. Deputy Kitchens went to Ada with Ben Mullins for detention. County Attorney Wimbish and deputies also headed to the scene for investigation.
Reports say Charles M. Schwab and associates closed an option on 36 000 acres of iron ore near Hughes Springs in Marion county Texas and hold options on more in Cass and Upshur counties A second syndicate may take 2 000 mineral acres in Cherokee Rusk and Harrison counties Texas for development A steel mill at Port Arthur with John W Gates involvement and a Duluth syndicate to build mills and ore docks at Texas City are also mentioned Port Arthur and Port Bovi ler cited as hubs in the ore scheme
Hon. Gus Angelly of near Roff and Judge Amos Hays of near Ada attended a Center Chapter meeting and visited the News office Friday. Angelly, a cheerful farmer, hinted at possibly moving closer to Ada next year.
The joint committee of arrangements agreed to invite the governors of all states in the two republics to El Paso and Juarez for the presidents meeting. Invitations are being prepared.
Fragmentary ledger of polar explorers and expeditions listing many names and years from 1550s to 1896. Includes Sir Hugh Coxe, Frobisher, Hudson, Franklin, Parry, Rae, Kane, Hall, Andree, and Greely among numerous aiders and failed ventures.
Evangelist Sid Williams urged confession of sins and repair of wrongs. A Pontotoc County girl admitted fraudulently securing a certificate and surrendered it to Superintendent Mr. Pierce after his rescue of conscience. The preacher warned crimes are forever recorded for judgment.
Sherman Texas September 2 Did Dr Frederick A Cook the North Pole discoverer live in Tioga Grayson County in 1891 92 The townspeople recall a Dr Cook in ill health for two years lecturing on Arctic and Antarctic travels He supposedly stayed at James Stinnett s residence and left with a promise to hear from him again Their belief ties his whereabouts to reports of the pole discovery.
Oscar Collins returned from McAlester with Dan Scribner to place him in federal prison for safekeeping until his appeal to the Supreme Court is noted. Sunday the Scribner brothers allegedly secured a file and nearly filed through the bars. Sheriff Smith moved Dan Scribner to guard Collins and hastened him to the federal prison.
Judge Ralph S. Latshaw of Jackson County argues that the true criminal is the undersized young man aged 17 to 22, not the bold outlaw. He cites court records showing petty offenders are often short, weakly built, and emboldened by firearms.
The Oklahoma State Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles adjourned in Shawnee after electing officers for 1910 including State president Martin C. Flemming and other leadership roles. Next gathering slated for Claremore on the second Tuesday in May 1910.
Chicago marks the fortieth anniversary of the Prohibition Party with a Sept. 24 celebration announced by National Chairman Jones. The party originated forty years ago when five hundred delegates from nineteen states met at Farwell Hall to establish the organization.
Last week J. E. Fussell purchased the J. L. Thomas residence in the south part of Roff for 5000 dollars. We are glad to see Ed buying a home in Roff. It means that he has decided this is a good place to live and will stay with us.
In Lincoln Nebraska September 2 1910 Bryan ridicules Taft for opposing popular election of senators. Bryan's paper to publish correspondence with Taft including discussion of a direct vote amendment. Taft replies that it is not a party issue and should go to Congress. Bryan warns of broken campaign assurances.
Shawnee lawyer Professional Gards will hold office hours on the second and fourth Mondays each month at the Harris hotel. He will conduct official matters and consultations during these sessions.
A brief item notes a dispute or property issue involving Phone 80 and 81 Coin Building and the Surprise Store, with details about location and ownership context.
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