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Newspaper
Ada Weekly Democrat
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
7
Ashley Tanner visited Francis on Wednesday while G. E. Davis and M. C. Hooks traveled from Franks. I Harris offers price list. Mollie Jernigan returns to News post. Dr. McMillan improves after days confined. Guest Bros advertise in this issue. Constable J. W. Lillard checked in early week. L. 3. Shook joins as Ford City subscriber. Roff picnic turnout hindered by a four hour train delay. plans for Fitzhugh trip teased for tomorrow.
The preliminary trial of the negroes held for the murder of Frank Hatcher has been scheduled for Monday. Officers report that Warren has not been captured, to their knowledge.
A French scientist allegedly found a blood based secret of longevity while American users credit Electric Bitters with life extension. The ad-style note cites testimonials, claiming kidney trouble cure and whole-body vitality. priced at 50 cents at Gwin & Mays Co.
Last Sunday evening G E Davis and Miss Mattie Bandy joined in marriage at Franks with M C Hooks officiating. Davis is a well known local man and Bandy has served as Franks postmistress, filling the role with satisfaction.
Geo Wilfong and Dick Birdwell faced a preliminary hearing before Justice Brown Monday. Bonds were set at $2,000 each, and both remain jailed as they have not posted.
State fair announces premium awards totaling 15000 dollars for livestock judging and display. Judges and exhibitors compete across divisions with cash prizes funded to support livestock industries and farm education.
The Oklahoma State Fair at Oklahoma City runs September 29 to October 8 with a grand livestock show directed by John Fields. A 100 by 200 foot pavilion will host horses cattle sheep hogs and dairy stock plus a final parade. Entries close September 28 with emphasis on women exhibitors and expanded prize classes across horse and cattle divisions.
W Y Littlefield of Ada Oklahoma reports prompt relief from chronic back pain after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He notes reduced kidney symptoms and says the remedy prevented painful passages, endorsing it to other sufferers as more effective than prior treatments. Sold by all dealers at 59 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.
State of Oklahoma Pontotoc County district court case where R M Atteberry sues J W Atteberry for divorce. Defendant must answer petition by October 4, 1909. otherwise the petition will be taken as true and a divorce judgment may be rendered. Clerk W T Covington attested. Currie and King represent plaintiff.
OklahomaStateFair association officers announce plans for the third annual fair to be held in Oklahoma City from September 29 to October 8 rain or shine. Improvements and expanded livestock exhibits with higher premiums aim to attract exhibitors from across the United States and elevate the show’s national character.
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