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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
22
Chicago August 14 The Illinois Woman's Democratic Club launches a boycott of meats and other foods raised without justification. Master butchers issue public resolutions blaming packers for meat price increases.
The Oklahoma Portland Cement Co. offers 52 yearling and two year old mules for sale to farmers. They may be matched with existing stock or used to form a team. Apply at the quarry.
In Mexico City on Aug 13, Provisional President Francisco Carbajal fled to Vera Cruz at 3:15 am after declaring he could no longer govern under Constitutionalists demand for unconditional surrender. He warned violence cannot rebuild society and entrusted the capital to the Federal district governor. A formal peace pact was signed later between Obregon and Governor Iturbide outlining terms for Constitutionalists to govern.
Two strangers in the Ada area allegedly sold a man near Ada two 50-gallon barrels claimed to be filled with whiskey and alcohol. Samples seemed good and a rod test convinced him. the barrels cost 416 dollars in cash but were later found to contain Byrd's Mill water with a hidden metal tube for deception. The buyers vanished, and no action could be taken.
Enter the capital. It sets forth guarantees of life and property and peaceful occupation. Teething babies suffer in hot weather with gum pain, stomach upset, and loose bowels. McGEE'S BABY ELIXIR corrects sour stomach, cools bowels, aids digestion. 25c and 50c per bottle. Sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
Citizens of Fitzhugh mobilize support to send two large teams and volunteers to repair a three mile stretch south of Ada, seeking Ada cooperation as better roads would boost local trade. Also promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment as a pain reliever with prices of 25c 50c and 1.00.
Mrs. C. W. Floyd and her children traveled to Allen this morning to visit Frank Huddleston and his family. Frank is reported to be slightly ill.
Hart resident B F Allen reports a morning lightning strike damaged the Hart school building. Planks were torn on the outside and interior damage occurred near where Miss Minnie Duty taught. No injuries to the teacher or pupils occurred.
An old newspaper fragment promotes White's Cream Vermi Fuge to expel intestinal worms in children with rapid improvement after doses. Ramsey Drug Co sells for 25 cents per bottle. Also a political note from D W Swaffar thanking Pontotoc County voters after a county clerk race and urging party unity. Another ad touts Herbine as a liver stimulant and bowel regulator at 50 cents by Ramsey Drug Co.
Washington reports a near final agreement to raise taxes on beer, liquors and tobacco to cover war deficit losses in tariff revenue. Sec. McAdoo and congressional leaders will meet Wilson for final approval with a bill expected next week and discusses increasing the income tax.
A special train with over 400 Americans led by Ambassador Gerard departed Berlin for Rotterdam via Amsterdam. It is the first refugee group leaving Berlin and includes several notable Americans. The motive for Gerard’s departure is unclear but thought to be seeking closer contact with Washington.
President Wilson personally urged the Attorney General to investigate the abnormal rise in food prices by letter. He sought corrective measures and asked whether a conspiracy is involved, signaling a high level effort to curb inflation and protect consumers.
Guthrie Oklahoma Aug 13 plans are complete for the Oklahoma Conference of Seventh day Adventists annual camp meeting and business session August 20 to 30. More than 1 000 members from 55 churches will attend with large daily crowds. The encampment rises at Highland Park with hundreds of tents and a large canvas pavilion for services and business sessions. Numerous ministers will attend including G F Watson Charles Thompson J H Schilling J W Christian Henry Schultz and G F Haffner from several states.
Columbus Ohio August 13 Former Senator Joseph B Foraker conceded defeat for the Republican nomination for United States Senator He telegraphed congratulations to Warren G Harding of Marion OtherOhio results show J H Cooke defeated for renomination N B Cunningham nominated Democrat by 800 votes Longworth nominated in First District without opposition Willis defeats Todd Cox wins Democratic nomination for Governor Whittacre defeated by Cox in Canton
El Paso Texas August 13 Senator J W Bailey wavered on his previous pledge to run for the United States Senate in 1916 and told close friends he may renounce the bid. He offered no public statement and departed for Houston while reports say he will not seek the seat due to populist platform concerns at his convention. Col Jacob Wolters lamented failure to find a buyer at 5000 to bet Bailey would not run.
Work is underway on a new front for the M and P National Bank to greatly improve its appearance and update its style. The adjacent Phillips and Norris building, soon to house Duke and Ayres, will also receive a modern front, making the corner in Ada notably attractive.
Ardmore Ok Aug 13 Hick man Willis a noted Indian shot Rena Davis an Indian woman last night at Provence and killed her instantly Willis then turned the weapon on her 16 year old son and killed him Willis was placed in jail and says he has no memory of the shooting Willis with a knife killed an Indian a short time ago and was acquitted.
President Wilson's anti inflation drive gains traction as District Attorney Whitman and the Department of Justice report many food price increases are speculative. Some rises edge toward possible conspiracy, though no charges have yet been filed.
A compact listing of local professionals in Ada Oklahoma including physicians veterinarians dentists chiropractors and attorneys with office locations and phone numbers. The card group names Dr L M Overton Dr C A Thomas Dr W D Faust Dr J M Vaden Dr W H Enloe Cooper & Cooper and Mortimer A Woodward along with Wimbish & Duncan and Granger & Granger offering services and contact details.
Washington reports all large ships of the Atlantic battle fleet will be pulled from Vera Cruz and moved north by Sept. 1. Secretary Daniels says only a small patrol craft will remain in Mexican waters, with Rear Admiral Fletcher to command the fleet at Hampton Roads around Sept. 1 as Rear Admiral Badger retires.
A Pontotoc county pioneer, described as an old timer, was killed by a shotgun blast near the country club lake. The victim is noted as a large rattlesnake measuring about five feet with fourteen rattles. The killer is identified as B A Howard who lives east of the lake. This is said to be the first rattlesnake killed in years in the area.
Office Duncan Building rooms 1 and 2 7 B C Sanders U G Winn Sanders and Winn lawyers advertise their Ada Oklahoma office located in the First National Bank Building with phone 495.
The jury found Jim Wiley guilty of first degree manslaughter in the death of J. N. Ross. sentencing to be determined by the court. A Grover Gaar burglary trial followed, with no verdict reported at press time. Emmett Bales stands trial for stabbing near Steedman, likely the week’s final jury case.
Mrs. Hutchinson announced that Ada hosts the county fair August 27 28 and 29 with club day on the 29th for Pontotoc County Gardening and Canning clubs. Fitzhugh with 18 members plans a float in the parade and aims for the prettiest float prize. The club has over 100 cans of fruit for exhibit and both men and girls will work on the float.
Kansas City August 17. Elimination of the middleman and promoting direct farmer to consumer dealing are the main issues at a three day congress of farmers organizations. Agriculturists from across the country attend with delegates empowered to vote on a national body to enable direct dealings with housewives nationwide.
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