Craig County Candidates Announced for 1910 Primary
A crowded list of Craig County Oklahoma candidates declares for Democratic primaries in August 1910. Theo. D. Frear seeks county judge, H J Swarts for county attorney, H 2 Ridenhour for sheriff, EN Williamson for register of deeds, D B Stuttsman for clerk of district court, SF Parks for county judge, Ht F Nix for county clerk, and FM Smith for county judge. Local editorials and notices urge party organization and reform.
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Craig County
Theo. D. B Frear
Myaoli
District Court
D. B. Stutsman
SF. Parks
Ht. F. Nix
Crate County
Oklahoma
FM. Smith
Prohibition and Political Debates Spark State Controversy
A sharp critique denounces Oklahoma Prohibition as a costly, farcical law. The piece laments bootlegging, enforcement failures, and demagogic tactics, calling the measure a laughable police regulation amid religious fervor. It notes insurgents' victories and Col. Roosevelt’s expansive ambitions.
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Oklahoma
Commonwealth
Belial
Hess
Gulick
Oklahoma oath for public officers under constitutional mandate
The text outlines the oath and affirmation required of all state, county, and judicial officers before assuming duties. It commits the official to support the U S and Oklahoma constitutions, discharge duties with fidelity, prohibit improper financial influence, abide by election laws, refrain from accepting improper payments, and reject free transportation during the term.
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Oklahoma
United States
A SANE FOURTH DECLARES FIREWORKS TRADE DANGEROUS
Kansas City Journal argues Mayor Gaynor’s noise free Fourth of July should curb dangerous explosive sales. The piece condemns fireworks as endangering life and property and urges nationwide action to ensure a solemn, safer celebration.
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Gaynor
New York
Oda
Gaynot
Leosen
Karas City
Kansas City Journal
Washington Notes Show GOP Factions Rally For Governor Nomination
The McGuire faction backs state chairman Jin Martie for governor while the Flyne Cay faction backs John Fields of Oklahoma City. Both sides appear evenly matched, signaling a tight Republican nomination race. Senator Gore earns a favorable report on a bill to divide the state into court districts, seen as a pivotal step.
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McGuire
Jin Martie
Flyne-Cay
John Fields
Oklahoma City
Gore Gore
Gore
Standpatters Fear Loss as Foss Wins Massachusetts
The article highlights political shifts after Eugene Foss, a Democrat, won in Massachusetts signaling a retreat from high tariff policies. Republicans oppose repeal of the high cost of living tariff law, while a Massachusetts manufacturer bets on a Democratic president, denouncing Taft and labeling Cannon's tactics as cynical.
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Payne Aldrich
Mth
Massachusetts
Eugene N. Foss
Foss
Congress
Pitegorld
Tast
Massacchusetts
Taft
A Letter From Watsita Chieftain Warns About Tax Talk
A Native American writer in Centralia expresses frustration with politicians and voters who push low tax rhetoric and party loyalty. He notes publicans opposing tax cuts, warns against false promises, and urges truthful voting. He criticizes Creager for supporting high tariffs and insufficient state aid, urging action in future elections.
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Watsita
Mr. Chieftain
Guthrie
Centralia
Jexon
Chieftain
Washington
Cannon
Bishop Brooke Visitation at St John’s Church
Bishop Brooke preached an instructive sermon on Christ Our Passover at St John’s. Two persons, Mine Bernetta J Younger and Mr Frederick Henry Herbst, were confirmed. Announcement made of Father Reedy’s transfer to a western fold and Mr S Hi Gilnsamire praised. Services continue as notified with Mr Glisamire next Sunday and Father Ready the Sunday after.
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Brooke
St. John's
Bernetta J. Younger
Frederick Henry Herbst
Pather Reedy
Gilnsamire
Serviven
My. Glisamire
Father
University Rifle Team Organized at Oklahoma
A university of Oklahoma rifle team has been organized and will seek affiliation with intercollegiate teams in the United States. Some members were on the state rifle team. Lieuten ant M. P. Riley is president. A model range lies one mile south of the university with firing points up to one thousand yards and latest regulation targets plus a 20 caliber Springfield rifle and equipment for a first class range.
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University of Oklahoma
Intercolles
United States
Atate
M. P. Riley
Oregon
South Dakota
Maine
Oklahoma
Montana
Missouri
National Grange
American Relation of Labor
Old Time Politicians Say Action Is Revolutionary
A political screed extols initiative and referendum as a cure for machine politics. It cites Massachusetts Maine Oregon and New York as examples, argues for direct voter control of laws, and warns against party-convention manipulation while urging nationwide adoption.
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Washington
Massachusetts
New England
Maine
Senator Hale
Lodge
Hale
Owen
Oregon
United States
Becaus
Congress
House
Senate
Boss Tweed
New York
House of Representatives
New York State
Tan
Ocvanty
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Mme Agin. H 2 Ridenhour
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Collier's
Clvb
Munthot
Halley
Primarion
Tour Monte
Bill Murray
Vinita
Reece
Viniita
John Swain
John
Jawa
Okla Homa
Republican Party
Stitler
Omee
Democrate
Enid
Tulsa
Jook
Ian
Communnion Farm
Pha
Thut
Talbot
Bendy
Monty Fobwink
The
McAleator News-Capital i
Lees
Cal Roosevelt
Rome
Col. Roosevelt
Europe
Washington Notes
Low York City
South Park
Meadames J
Thompson
Geo. Kapp
Mama
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