30 Sep 1909
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Newspaper
Anadarko Daily Democrat
Location
Anadarko, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
1
Anadarko battles two railroads to win a main line through town. City leaders press for a route that favors growth and freight access while competing firms court local officials. The outcome could shape regional transportation and economic prospects.
Two cent fare increase complaints reach big corporations amid calls for better road funding. Local business groups argue poor infrastructure hampers commerce while transportation officials weigh options to improve highways and curb costs.
Major E Gorton and JE Hurston tour through the state seeking a feasible railroad line from northern Kansas to Gainesville Texas. The project aims to cross key rail corridors with Anadarko as a potential hub and discussions to firm up a conference date. local businessmen show interest and Weatherford and Chickasha are cited in route considerations. An adjacent piece notes Guthrie’s stance against a two cent passenger fare and rail rate reforms amid partisan battles.
Local editorial questions why railroads would appeal to federal courts over the state Corporation Commission. It argues the two cent fare sustains profits and accuses political factions of corporate favoritism while noting several residents' travel to Oklahoma events and fairs.
District Court Judge Frank Mailey presided Thursday morning with Judge Carney of El Reno substituting during his absence. Cases disposed include Eva Unger v Unger granted divorce while Hareton v Gorgas and Medrano v Byiors & Surbeck were continued for service.
Commercial club members urged to attend Friday night session when Mr Kelley will present a proposition to build a railroad from Allus to Oklahoma City. Other rail plans for the city will also be reviewed, with action anticipated soon.
The Rock Island railroad launches a motor car service on the Geary to Anadarko line. The new coach operates at up to 30 miles per hour, offers travelers a clear speed readout, and serves evening departures from Anadarko at 6 40 with return at 11 50 the next morning.
State Bank Guaranty Law proves its stability as the Columbia Bank in Oklahoma City closes after a failure. State officials, led by Bank Commissioner Young, pay every depositor in cash or by check. The liquidation is projected to cost less than one fifth of one percent of a guaranty fund, with no loss to depositors.
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