Ada Postoffice listing notice 1901
Notice of second class mail matter filed at Ada Postoffice. Entry dated May 10, 1901, under J. T. designation.
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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
4
Notice of second class mail matter filed at Ada Postoffice. Entry dated May 10, 1901, under J. T. designation.
The Ada paper notes Frisco System now controls the Chicago and eastern Illinois lines while Ada streets bustle with 400 bales of cotton daily hinting at activity ahead. Advertising rates are listed at 1.00 per year on application. The paper remains devoted to Ada and her people in Indian Territory.
A highly anticipated Republican landslide in Tennessee last Wednesday did not materialize as in recent years, with results signaling mixed gains and lingering voter uncertainty across key races.
Reports note the coronation completed successfully with Edward crowned, marking a historic royal moment. Details remain limited but the ceremony is concluded and public attention shifts to the new reign.
The report states Gov. Brown is nearly blind, nearly totally in one eye and less sighted in the other, with the impairment attributed to granulated lids.
On the 7th Frisco filed with the Oklahoma Territorial Secretary a mortgage between the railroad and Robt Winthrop & Co of New York for 1 545 526 bearing 4 percent. The loan funds the purchase of new locomotives and various cars including passenger baggage freight box and flat cars.
The Commoner notes that the Democratic presidential nominee will be chosen at the Democratic National Convention, which will comprise true Democrats rather than Republicans wearing the cloak of Democracy to favor trusts corporations and land-grabbers.
At a Commercial Club meeting, plans were laid to raise $400 by subscriptions from a few businessmen to improve roads and bridges. Farmers are urged to appreciate merchants efforts and their enterprising spirit when buying and selling at market.
The article discusses last Sunday's unveiling service and comments on officers who kept their hats on. It explains that the by laws of the order require officials in camp work or other ceremonies to perform with heads covered.
The article questions whether the Republican campaign committee acted wisely or otherwise as it makes sectional feeling the central issue in the approaching presidential race. It notes much shaking of hands as part of the political theater.
The piece argues Democrats should claim credit for past achievements and press their advantages while Republicans face a defensive stance. It cautions against reviving old sectional wars, warns against relying on outmoded themes, and urges disciplined, common-sense campaigning to win the next election.
J J Clark offers an 85000 reward for the return of a stray three year old red cow from Ada. Cow has short crumpled horns a white stripe on the back a white belly crop in the right ear and an underbit in the left ear, branded FH on the left hip. Deliver to Ada location.
In the Southern District of the United States court in Indian Territory Townley Metal Hardware Co. files a suit against Bosley Bros. Dan Bosley and Doe Bosley are commanded to appear within thirty days and answer the complaint. Witness dated July 31, 1907, before Talbott Crawford and Belheown attorneys with J W Bolen listed for non residents.
Cut this out and take it to Clark Drug Co for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Promoted as the best physic that cleanses and invigorates the stomach, improves appetite, and regulates bowels. Regular size 25c per box.
A Viola Iowa reader touts Kodol as a cure for months of stomach trouble and urges a neighbor with dyspepsia to try it. The ad notes that Kodol digests any good food after meals and includes a customer quote from Geo W Fry. Also lists letters advertised and local watch repair by Issac Tabor at Smith & Mason's.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Kidney Cure for disorders of the kidneys and bladder, and One Minute Cough Cure for colds. It also mentions Holley and Clark Drug Co selling rich candies and cold drinks, with F H Nowlin Dentist listed and a Latta Building address. The copy urges not neglecting a cold and claims immediate relief.
An old newspaper item lists W. L. Nettles for harness repairs and a general call for grocery orders at a local number 17. It also notes a clerical service at Holley’s Drug Store.
An advertisement touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as a non gripe liver tonic and purifier. It features a testimonial from W. Scott of Milton Pennsylvania praising their consistent use and easy vegetable composition. The ad notes availability via Holley and Clark Drug Co.
Notice from Dr. F. H. Nowlin declaring he will remain in Ada as the town’s first permanently located dentist. The office is fully equipped for up to date dentistry and all work is offered neatly at moderate prices.
A fire at the London Hotel in San Angelo Texas started at 2 o'clock this morning and destroyed the building. Seven people died in the blaze and property damage is estimated at $75,000.
Hon. Bryce P. Gibbs spent the greater portion of last week looking after legal affairs of the Frisco in the southern part of the district.
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