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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1920
Page
8
Beginning April 1 1920 osteopathic price increases take effect Office treatment will cost 2.00 Day calls to residence 2.50 Night calls after 8 PM 3.00 The notice outlines new charges for patient visits and services.
Ada prepares for a grand new venue the McSwain Theatre a three story 50 by 140 foot Spanish Mission style building with white concrete front and red brick walls. It will seat 1350 with separate galleries for Black patrons and a Townsend entrance. The asbestos roof and fire proof construction promise major shows from Ben Hur to monologues once opened.
Mrs. D J Shelley of Earlville New York says Chamberlains Cough Remedy cured her daughter Anna of a severe cold and cough a few years ago and she recommends it to anyone with throat or lung trouble. The medicine contains no narcotic and can be given to children with confidence and is a pleasant syrup.
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Tablets as remedies for biliousness constipation appetite loss and digestive sluggishness. It claims to cleanse regulate bowels and invigorate the stomach making you feel fine as a fiddle. The pills are said to be easy to take and agreeable in effect.
Burk's Style Shop announces an Easter sale on ready to wear ladies pumps. Stock is described as very complete with an emphasis on women’s footwear and current stock levels for the season.
The state attorney general's office says the Pontotoc County courthouse bonds election was invalid from the start. Polls did not open in nine precincts and overall votes were negligible with fewer than a thousand cast, leading to likely nonapproval of the bonds.
Weather is pleasant as residents share visits and trips. Miss Mable Clark stays at her Ada home while Miss Littie Godby from Union Valley visits Miss Noma Stewart. Several residents attend gatherings, fishing, or travel to Ada and Stonewall.
Mrs. Fred Arter of Zanesville Ohio writes that she hears many praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy which strengthens her opinion of it She recommends trying it for coughs or colds to see its value for oneself.
The East Central Normal plans the largest summer term with a strong faculty led by President J. M. Gordon. Notable educators from Ada Shawnee and Henryetta will join as professors. A new building nears completion and a May 1 occupancy is planned. Budget-friendly board proposed to keep students in Ada. term runs May 28 to August 6 with a month break before September.
Prayer meeting led by Bro Dodd drew strong attendance at Colbert with Ada visitors and Byng folks joining. Bro Bel to preach first Sunday as Methodist and Baptist days clash. Local births, a new grocery near Colbert, a new son for Sloan Palmer, and visits from Mrs Addie Marxberry noted. Colbert ball team beat Fitzhugh away. Fitzhugh to return April 10 for a rematch.
Oklahoma City March 31 Congressman Scott Ferris of Lawton Okla active in securing relief legislation for ex service men will back the American Legion relief bill now before the House Ways and Means Committee. He telegrammed Horace Hagan State Commander of the Oklahoma Legion to report his support and offer help to secure committee action.
Miss Nellie Graham an eighth grade pupil at the Irving school sustained a serious knee injury yesterday afternoon when she slipped on a recently oiled floor. The accident occurred as she crossed a room and a doctor attended her. she is reported to be improving today.
Mrs. C. Owsley of Moberly Missouri reports relief from rheumatic pain after one or two applications of Chamberlains Liniment. The product restores rest and sleep during spells and she would not do without it.
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