20 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Oklahoma Ada News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1902
Page
1
A humorous column ridicules blaming human nature for faults while noting how people seek scapegoats. It mocks explanations for everyday misdeeds and highlights absurd hobbyist societies and self-appointed offices, ending with a lighthearted sign-off from Tue OL May.
A proclamation on ethical competition notes success comes from handling rivals with legitimate methods, not abuse. It credits restraint toward competitors and urges readers to ignore personal enmity and focus on business. The ad then extols Simmons Cough Syrup and Hepaticure with patient testimonials and a local seller.
Washington reports say the president held a lengthy cabinet session on the Schley case and voiced views aimed at a decision that would satisfy both sides and end the controversy though details were not released. The piece notes divergent loyalties, with Schley partisans and Secretary Long angered by any action. It also frames a warning on England's agriculture decline and a humor note about a father and son exchange.
Ardmore Indian Territory February 17. Judge Townsend decides tribal courts remain in force until March 6 1906 despite citizenship acts. Kemp guardian of Rhoda Kemp a Chickasaw argued custody against W C Ellis a US citizen. The decision upholds tribal and federal concurrent jurisdiction and validates Kemp’s guardianship.
The Salt Lake Ministerial alliance adopted a report on polygamy by Mormons, urging a constitutional amendment and sending it to Congress. The document claims positive evidence of polygamy taught and practiced despite Utah laws, while The News denounces it as misrepresentation and exaggeration by a minority of Mormons.
A comic fragment from Chicago Record Herald portrays a father and child Bessie playing in a house setting. The verses describe her playful tossing and chasing, with mammas warnings and a lighthearted family scene. It contrasts rural farm notes about modern machinery used by farmers to boost productivity.
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