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Newspaper

Ada Weekly Democrat

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1910

Page

3

Doan's Kidney Pills Help Centralia Woman Recovers

Mrs Enos Shearer of Yew and Washington Streets Centralia Washington endured severe kidney illness with one kidney removed and another diseased. After five doctors consulted she used Doan's Kidney Pills and recovered claiming full health at 65. Shearer invites correspondence with stamp for her full tale. Doan's pills priced 50 cents per box from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.

Enos Shearer Yew Washington Sta Centralia Wash Doan

Pitching a Curve. Game Warden and Farmer Dialog

In a humorous exchange a game warden questions a farmer about a dead deer found on the premises. The farmer explains the deer was struck while his wife was throwing a stun at the hens near the barn.

Sunday Lesson Recounts Biblical Flood Tale

A teacher in a school class on a recent Sunday recounted the flood story citing 40 days and 40 nights. A boy asked if the farmers were satisfied after the deluge, prompting a brief exchange.

Expert help ensures a job done right

A commenter argues that for quality work it is wiser to hire a true expert. The exchange emphasizes practical wisdom over casual effort and highlights the value of professional skill.

Confederate Home Funding Ignites Ardmore Plan

The Ada Democrat notes the senate passed the $20,000 appropriation for the Confederate home at Ardmore by a 29 to 2 vote. Also reported are Ardmore project plans and gifts including Dr. John Treadgill's $500 donation.

Ardmore Senate John Treadgill Oklahoma City Confederate Building Fund

Census work underway in Muskogee by Carlisle Crossland

Carlisle Crossland of the Bureau of the Census in Washington began active census work in Muskogee last week. It was also announced that Dr. D. H. Randell with Muskogee associates and Dr. J. T. Wiggins of Sulphur purchased the Sulphur sanitarium and bath house.

Muskogee Carlisle Crossland Bureau of the Census of Washington D. H. Randell J. T. Wiggins Sulphur

Farmers Return to Panhandle After Severe Drought

Many farmers from the Oklahoma and Texas panhandle who left during last year’s extreme drought to seek work in better watered regions are now returning home to resume farming.

Panhandle Oklahoma Texas

Ardmore Commercial Club elects McCoy secretary

N. H. McCoy, after ten years as deputy United States district clerk for the Southern district, is elected secretary of the Ardmore commercial club replacing H. G. Spalding who resigned.

N. H. McCoy United States Ardmore Commercial Club H. G. Spalding

Oklahoma Retail Hardware and Implement Dealers Meet

The seventh annual convention in Oklahoma City last week plans to hold the next meeting in Muskogee on December 5 6 and 7 1910.

Oklahoma Retail Hardware and Implement Dealers’ Association Oklahoma City Muskogee

Oklahoma City High School fields spring baseball team for state hopes

After a year off the baseball field, Oklahoma City high school returns this spring with a team expected to contend for state honors. The program rebuilds with new recruits and veteran players aiming for a deep playoff run.

Oklahoma City High School

Tulsa Letter Carriers Organize Branch for Dispensation

The city mates carriers of Tulsa have organized as a branch to the National Association of Letter Carriers and applied for a dispensation for the organization.

Tulsa National Association of Letter Carriers

Interurban Railway Aims to Link Tulsa to Okmulgee

An interurban electric railway through the oil field may soon become a reality with routes touching Tulsa Sapulpa Keifer and Okmulgee and headquarters in Muskogee. Eastern capitalists show interest in the project as George Ruddell of Weatherford is elected Grand Master and Alexis Eddleman of Marietta named Deputy Grand Master by the Oklahoma Masonic Grand Lodge meeting at McAlester.

Tulsa Sapulpa Keifer Okmulgee Muskogee George Ruddell Weatherford Oklahoma Masonic Grand Lodge McAlester Alexis Eddleman Marietta

Counterfeit silver dollars arrest in Sapulpa

Deputy Marshal George Hanna of Sapulpa reports the arrest of Garfield Bryan age 25 after complaints about the systematic passing of counterfeit silver dollars. Bryan had several coins in his possession.

Marshall George Hanna Sapulpa Garfield Bryan Bryan

Norman Council Moves to Close Pool Halls Near University

Ford Chapman and Chas Knowles of Enid were sentenced in Federal court for selling liquor without a license receiving six months in jail and a $250 fine. Norman city council approves petition to legislature to ban pool and billiard halls within five miles of the University of Oklahoma.

Ford Chapman Chas. Knowles Enid Norman University of Oklahoma

Major Cotton Mill Contract Signed for Taneha Project

Last week contracts were closed to erect a large cotton mill at Taneha. The facility will be among the state's largest and upon completion will manufacture all kinds of cotton goods.

Taneha

An Excellent Remedy For Coughs And Bronchial Trouble

The article describes a home remedy mix of glycerine Virgin Oil of Pine compound pure and whisky, sold in drug stores. It notes the Virgin Oil of Pine compound pure is prepared only by Leach Chemical Co in Cincinnati and dispensed in half-ounce vials.

Leach Chemical Co Cincinnati

Hospitable Man Opens Table to One Each Year

A characterized noble host is praised for his generous custom of inviting one resident to dine at his table annually, creating a noted tradition of hospitality amid his household.

Cure for Chronic Leg Skin Ailment Restores Patient Health

A Philadelphia man describes seven years of severe leg irritation from ankle to knee, causing intense itching, pain, weight loss, and sleepless nights. After trying many doctors, he found relief with Cuticura Remedies including Resolvent, Soap, and Ointment, reporting complete disappearance and no recurrence after six months.

W. H. White E. Cabot St Philadelphia

Reflections on a triumph and a crowded gathering

A distinguished explorer is feted at a beautiful home but tires of attentions and recalls his triumph. He laments, Such a waste, such a waste, as many stout ladies depart in indignation, leaving the hostess puzzled.

Pittsburg

Quote about hero status and a valet observation

A Washington Star joke ponders why a man is not a hero to his valet, suggesting the valet sees him in slippers a smoking cap and lounging jacket gifted at Christmas. The quip plays on private vs public persona.

Washington Star

Great Home Eye Remedy Promoted by Howard Bros

Pettit s Eye Salve marketed as a quick relief for eye diseases. Available at all druggists through Howard Bros of Buffalo New York.

Pettit Howard Bros Buffalo N. Y

What do you call your cook Mary is her name

A brief cartoon caption presents noncommittal dialogue about a cook. The exchange centers on naming, with the punchline Mary is her name. No additional context or characters are provided.

Red Cross Ball Blue Promises White Clothes Sale

An ad claims Yellow clothes are unsightly and promotes Red Cross Ball Blue to keep whites bright. It touts a large 2 oz package for 5 cents sold by grocers. The copy also asserts women face harder financial paths than men to improve prospects.

Red Cross

Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days with PAZO Ointment

An ad promises PAZO Ointment cures for itching bleeding and protruding piles within six to fourteen days or a refund. The copy also includes a provocative aside about women and men.

Cough Remedy Ad Promises Quick Relief

An old advertisement touts a cough and cold remedy claiming quick, safe relief. It features limited pricing and boasts doctors recommending timely use, with a humorous note on New Year resolutions.

Rocky Boy Lands Opened for Settlement in Montana

Secretary Ballinger orders 1 400 000 acres in Eastern Montana opened to white settlers. The tract, previously withdrawn for Rocky Boy Indians, features prime Valley County soil with 20–30 bu wheat and 40–70 bu oats per acre. Over 8 000 160 acre homesteads available, more than combined totals of nearby reservations opened last summer.

Ballinger Montana Rocky Boy Valley County Flathead Spokane Coeur d’Alene

Who Are the Elect Two Modern Statements of Election

The Congregationalist reviews two contemporary takes on the doctrine of election. Henry Ward Beecher quips that the elect are whosoever will and the non-elect are whosoever won’t. A colored divine adds that God always votes for a man, the devil votes against, and the man’s own vote breaks the tie.

John Calvin Jonathan Edwards Henry Ward Beecher

Castoria Bottle Inspection Prompts Parent Vigilance

Consumers urged to check every bottle of Castoria for the proper signature and to verify the familiar safe remedy has the long trusted branding. The notice emphasizes Castoria’s three decade usage and its consistent identification with the purchaser’s choice for infants and children.

CEAMM

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