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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1905

Page

2

Tragedy Ends in Colberg Shooting as Land Dispute Lingers

M. W. Garner about 50 was shot dead by W. L. Newman at Colberg in a long running land dispute. Earlier, Newman had shot Garner in the hand and was bonded. during Wednesdays confrontation Garner fired first with a shotgun but failed to wound Newman who then drew a six shooter and fired at close range. Garner fell dead instantly amid fifteen witnesses as Mabone case faces Judge Talbott Friday.

M. W. Garner Dolberg W.L. Newman Newman Garner Bond Colberg Mab Oone Talbott

Bear Grove Man Credits Electric Bitters for Recovery

FE H Wolfe of Bear Grove Iowa credits Electric Bitters with saving his life after kidney trouble two years ago. He says the medicine eased pain suffering and anxiety and he now keeps it on hand for general debility and nerve trouble. Clark Drug Co. and Dr B Z Holley guarantee them at 50 cents.

FE. H. Wolfe Bear Grove Iowa Clark Drug Co B. Z. Holley

Newman Discharged After Dolburg Killing Trial

The examining trial for W. L. Newman over the Dolburg killing of M. W. Garner ended in discharge. Witnesses testified Garner advanced across the street aimed a shotgun, fired and missed, then pulled the trigger again, but the gun snapped. Newman fired, with the first shot striking Garner in the water and the second hitting his heart.

W. L. Newman M. W. Garner Dolburg Newman

Foley's Kidney Cure Praised by Buffalo Miner

A. H. Thurnes, a coal operator from Buffalo, testifies kidney and bladder trouble plagued him for years with gravel pain. After starting Foley's Kidney Cure, brick dust passed and pain vanished, claiming substantial savings in wood. Sold by Clark Drug Co. and Mason Drug Co.

A. H. Thurnes Buffalo Foley Clark Drug Co Mason Drug Co

Watch of Gardner Killed by Newman at Colberg

At the U S Marshal office the watch of M W Gardner, slain by W N Newman at Colberg last Wednesday, is shown. The open faced watch bears the 245 bullet mark on its back. the shot did not go through and would have left Gardner alive. The crystal is shattered, the case twisted, and the works bent. the watch shows the firing time as about eighteen minutes to twelve.

U.S. Marshal’s Office M. W. Gardner W. N. Newman Colberg Gardner

Gas well at Blackwell taps 2,000,000 cu ft daily

An oil company discovered a new gas flow at Blackwell reaching 2 million cubic feet per day from a depth of 800 feet. Officials describe it as the strongest gas flow yet found in the region.

Guthrie, Ok Ran Oil Company Blackwell

Pineules Backache Kidney Bladder Remedy Claim

A brief advertisement asserts one night is enough to prove Pineules the best remedy for backache and kidney and bladder troubles with relief promised for rheumatism and blood diseases. Clark Drug Co.

Clark Drug Co

Frisco Train Stoned Again Near Saeakwa

For the third time in six months the southbound Frisco passenger train was stoned at Saeakwa on Wednesday night. Rocks shattered windows injuring a baby and a young woman, though injuries were not serious. Federal officers were notified and bloodhounds were sent from the morning train.

Saeakwa Francis Twe Williams

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cited for Wound Healing

A Columbus resident, Thevasce Schuele, writes of a deep foot wound that physicians could not heal. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve rapidly aided recovery and relieved pain. Sold at Clark Drug Co. and Dr. F Z Holley’s.

Bucklen Thevasce Schuele Columbus Clark Drug Co F. Z. Holley

Dawes Commission Enrolls Indian Children Across Oklahoma

Ardmore Illinois March 30 Hundreds of applications flood the Dawes Commission as it enrolls infant Indian children born between September 25 1902 and March 4 1915. A field party begins April 8 visiting Chickasha Pauls Valley Tishomingo and Ada to enroll more children.

Ardmore IL. T Dawes Commission Chickasha Pauls Valley Tishomingo Ada

Oklahoma City Juror Finds Emil Walters Guilty

The jury in Oklahoma City returns a guilty verdict against Emil Walters on charges of criminally assaulting his 15 year old daughter. The trial centered on the alleged abuse and evidence presented by the prosecution.

Oklahoma City Emil Walters

Dr King’s New Life Pills Cure Stomach Ailments

Advert shows G Grayson of Lula Mississippi praising Dr King’s New Life Pills for curing stomach and bowel disorders. The tonic laxative is advertised as effective and available for 2 cents at Clark Drug Co. and Dr F Z Holley’s drug store with guarantee.

G. Grayson Lula Mis Dr. King Clark Drug Co Fk. Z. Holley

Rumor of Imperial Suicide Attempt in St Petersburg

A Paris dated dispatch claims Emperor Nicholas attempted self harm in an unconfirmed report. It states his act was interrupted by his mother, Empress Dowager, saving him from injury.

Paris St. Petersburg Nicholas

Fullblood Indian Fatally Comits Suicide at Red Springs

A 20 year old Fullblood Indian named Alexander, married five months, killed himself with a six shooter at Red Springs. With his young wife beside him he calmly drew the pistol, placed the muzzle to his temple and pulled the trigger. Family troubles are cited as the cause.

Red Springs Alexander

Janitor Mr Pillow Dies of Heart Failure in Anadarko

Anadarko Oklahoma March 30 Mr Pillow janitor of the public school building here dropped dead from heart failure yesterday while at his usual duties.

Anadarko, Ok Pillow

One Year Jail For Fort Sill Manslaughter Conviction

Robt. W. Neel of the eighth cavalry at Fort Sill was found guilty of manslaughter in the second degree for the killing of H. Lang and sentenced to one year in jail.

Lawton Okla Robt. W. Neel Eighth Cavalry Fort Sill H. Lang

Souvernir's Millinery Opening at Reed and Harrison

Souvernir's opens a millinery shop at Reed and Harrison with events on April 5 and 6 from 9 to 6. Local shoppers can view hats and accessories as the new store debuts in the neighborhood.

Souvernir Reed & Harrison

Kansas oil producers rally against Standard Oil in Kansas

More than 500 oil producers and 2 500 supporters met in Independence Kansas to protest Standard Oil and pledge funds for a two to three year campaign. The executive committee planned to raise money by taxing each oil well in six counties at one dollar a month. Gov. Hoch backed the effort saying the state would stay with the fight for fair treatment. Several lawmakers and officials spoke at a banquet, and legal action against Santa Fe Railroad and Prairie Oil and Gas was discussed with Frank L Morinett named chief counsel.

Independence, Kar Standard Oil Company Kansas Oil Producers’ Association Hoch W. S. Firepatric Gov. Hoch PL PL Cawaipbell Scott Porter Caney Pittsburg W. B. Sutton, Jr Kansas City H. Wl. Ernest Independence Frank L. Morinett Ohio

Robbed Fortune Teller Found Dead In St Louis Home

Mrs Mary B Page, a fortune teller aged 7 years, was found bound gagged and strangled in her Market Street lodging house. Jewelry missing suggests robbery motive. Four house residents detained as investigators review the crime scene and suspect details.

St. Louis Mary B Page Market Street Mra Page

Extra Session October 1 Proposed to Tackle Rate Inquiry

Des Moines Iowa March 21 Senator Allison cites President Roosevelt will call Congress to meet October 1 in an extra session to consider the railroad rate investigation. He supports empowering the commission to adjust rates and notes there are many armies subject to correction as part of this effort.

Des Moines Allison Roosevelt Congress Althouse the World

Town Man with Two Hearts Case Stirs Des Moines Court

Frank Craig aged 21 tells Justice Duncan that a jail term would kill him because doctors say he has two hearts and cannot live without fresh air. City physician Dr. Miller and Dr. Howard Gray confirm heart beats on both sides of the chest after examination.

Des Moines Frank Craig Justice Duncan Miller Craig Howard Gray

Russian Jews in Revolt Reported in European Russia

March 2 report from Borisoe says three squadrons of dragoons moved toward Berezina after armed Jews were said to have killed the chief of police and several assistants, signaling a rising confrontation across the region.

Borisoe Russia Berezina

Col James S Tam Dies at 60 Former Governor Candidate

Des Moines Iowa March 21 Col James S Tam former Democratic governor nominee and Civil War veteran has died at age 60. He was noted for his military service and political involvement.

Des Moines James S.tam

Ilinots Laundrymen in Session

Bloomington Illinois March 21 The annual convention of the State Lumber men's association opened in this city with 100 delegates present.

Ilinots Bloomington Ill State Lumbermen's Association

Roosevelt's Southwest Trip Schedule To Reach St Louis

The Roosevelt party of about fifteen will travel in a Pullman composite car with two private cars on a three car special train. They will arrive in St Louis Tuesday April 4 at 8 p m and depart at 8 10 p m the same day toward San Antonio where they will stay Friday April 7. Stops include Vinita Muskogee South McAlester Atoka Caddo Durant Denison Sherman and other Texas towns with several longer layovers. The M K T railway plans pilot engine prep and crowd control for safe passage. Thousands are expected to greet the president at each stop.

Roosevelt Pullman Forest and Rocket St. Louis M. K. & T. Railway San Antonio M.K. & T. Railway Fort Worth Vernon Texas Indian Territory Vinita Muskogee South McAlester Atoka Caddo Durant Denison Sherman M. E & T. Railway

New Discovery Cures Consumption Says Pekin Man

W M Smithart of Pekin Iowa once told his doctors he faced incurable consumption but Dr King’s New Discovery saved him. He claims it cured him completely and has used it for over ten years as a throat and lung remedy. It is advertised as a scientific cough and cold cure with trial bottles, with 50 cent and one dollar bottles available at Clark Drug Co and Dr F Z Holley’s.

W. M. Smithart Pekin Dr. King Clark Drug Co F. Z. Holley

Police raid recovers $1000 in goods from house in Oklahoma City

Police raided a house in Oklahoma City on Wednesday uncovering silverware jewelry and clothing valued at $1000. A Black man was found hidden in a trunk with $565 on him. Most goods identified by citizens. The suspects are in jail.

Oklahoma City

German Syrup Claims Cure For Coughs And Breathing Ailments

An almanac endorses German Syrup as a proven remedy for coughs colds bronchial and lung troubles and even consumption. It advises trying one 75 cent bottle first and seeking a doctor if no benefit is seen, noting 35 years of use and offering larger bottle options at low prices.

Qom Qwe

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Lend Czar F. Dumont Smith Mo Tarbett Frank S. Monnett P. Campbell Allison Authority G. Green Mott’s Motts Chemical Co Cleveland Panam Sprague BROS M. L. Walsh General Merchandise Main Street Ada, 1. T W.L. Reed H. T. Douas, V. Pres M.D. Timberlake, Cash’r 1St National Bank of Jas. M. Walsh Spot Cash Ind Ter The Ada Nursery Reed Hubbard, Pro’p A. K. Hawkes Optician AW & I Pactacles Mercanntro Re Crescent Drug Store Holley
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