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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
6
A Kentucky physician lauds Dr Hartman’s Peru-NA, stating he used it personally for catarrh and gave it to others with success for catarrh, bloating after eating, and other ailments. He claims it improves coughs and colds, stomach and bowel issues, and urges trials of the tablet or liquid form made available widely.
Ada citizens with relatives or friends in the American Army on the Rhine or with United States commissions abroad face an end to cheap or free correspondence as new costs take effect. The measure widens the price for letters and related services, impacting families and service members stationed overseas.
Troy Kelly and Ollie Gantt were arrested yesterday on a burglary charge for breaking into the J. A. Hart store at Fitzhugh. Both men face legal action stemming from the incident.
An old time testimonial promotes Number 40 Blood medicine as a universal cure for blood troubles skin diseases and chronic ailments. J C Mendenhall a Houston druggist endorses the remedy after 40 years in pharmacy. A letter from J L Dupree of 1715 Common Street praises the product and its effects after three months use. Sold by Gwin Mays Drug Co.
Postmaster J W Westbrook reports the post office will not accept letters sent from outside the country without a five cent stamp. Since the order took effect on January 15 several letters were delayed as senders added postage. Kelly bonded out, Gantt remains jailed in default of bond. Preliminary examination before Justice Brown is set for April 29.
In Kodiak Alaska the bear is recognized as the largest land carnivore on Earth. Wildlife researchers note its massive size reflects its apex predatory status in Alaskan ecosystems.
Warning about sluggish blood flow and vulnerability to disease. Advocates S. S. S. blood medicine as a revitalizer for vitality. Urges readers to buy at drug stores and contact Medical Director at Swift Specific Co. for free medical advice.
Minutes from the Pontotoc County Commissioners meeting in Ada on April 5 and 6 1920 detail audited claims including various townships and sinking funds, approvals of monthly and quarterly reports, appointment of a deputy, an erroneous assessment affidavit, and multiple county bond approvals. The board authorized a bridge project on Sandy Creek Ada Center road and set bid procedures, plus directives for state highway fund applications and road surveys.
An old Texan testimonial touts Dr. Pierce’s Anuric Tablets as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles. It claims backache and rheumatic pains lessen as uric acid poison is expelled, urging readers to send 10 cents for a trial package from the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo, N Y.
In Stratford on April 17 a local baseball team is being organized with officers C. E. Goodwin as chairman J. C. Newman and L. P. Shi as finance committee John Strickland as manager S L Eldridge secretary treasurer Each pledge $25 to the organization Players will be announced next week Residents are urged to back the effort and join the band wagon to support the ball boys.
Reports from druggists show Dr Kilmer Swamp Root helps kidney ailments. An insurance exam cites frequent kidney disease among applicants, many unaware of their condition. Swamp Root sold in two bottle sizes. sample offered for ten cents via Dr Kilmer Co. Ada area notice.
An advertisement touts Herbine as a purifying tonic that cleanses the liver stomach and bowels to restore a clear pink and white complexion desired by ladies. Sold by Bart Smith. adv.
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