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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1918
Page
7
Washington announces apportionment of the federal vocational education fund totaling 2,307,460 for 1918-19. States must match the allotment and spend money on agriculture trade home economics industry teacher training. Oklahoma receives 38,655.
The August report describes the rationing style of life in Petrograd with chronic shortages. Buyers must search many shops for a shirt, secure a permit through the house committee and commissary, and then pay prices equivalent to 15 to 20 dollars, with some garments around 5 dollars, while broader clothing and linen goods are similarly restricted.
For years my digestion was poor and I could only eat the lightest foods. I tried many remedies until a year ago when I saw Chamberlain's Tablets advertised and used them. Since taking them my digestion is fine. Mrs. Blanche Bowers Indiana Pa.
Oklahoma City notes an added sugar allotment for canning and preserving, secured by C. B. Ames the federal food administrator for Oklahoma. Officials say the increase will prevent sugar shortages for August canning by Oklahoma housewives.
Government estimates place winter wheat at 556 million bushels and spring wheat at 322 million. Total wheat production is forecast at 878 million. Corn production is forecast at 2.898 billion bushels from the August condition.
Cash offer for an improved farm tract between forty and two hundred acres. Contact L A Braly box 538 Ada Oklahoma. Phone 73. Advertisement summary notes a direct cash purchase inquiry with location Ada Oklahoma and sender name.
In Tel Aviv and Jaffa a Jewish procession marked the return of sacred Torah scrolls from exile as British forces stabilized Palestine. Dignitaries including Dr Weizmann attended the triumph at a Tel Aviv arch, with the Haram Bashi praising the British and Zionist efforts.
General Francisco Murguia, commander of the north, has moved from active combat to reconstructive efforts in northern Mexico. He oversees confiscated lands, plans large colonization projects with southern city Mexicans and Mexican laborers, and devotes much time to the Molinar experimental colony north of Chihuahua City, visiting often to aid colonists. He retains command of the northeastern military zone.
An American aviator discovers a wooden cross marking the grave of Lieutenant Quentin Roosevelt at Chamery near Fere-en-Tardenois, east of the Vesle, with the English inscription Buried by the Germans. The pilot landed news that Roosevelt disappeared July 17 in aerial combat and was reportedly buried by Germans.
Noah Conley of Ada is listed among ae on the other side of the document page, indicating a placement or status noted in the record. The fragment confirms his name and Ada affiliation within the observed listing.
Minnie Philpot of Gonzales Texas suffered five years of left side pain that spread to her shoulder back and stomach leaving her weak and bedridden. After three years she nearly wasted away but credits Cardui with a permanent cure after two bottles and now praises the remedy and recommends it.
The First Baptist Ada Oklahoma installs Rev Bonnie Grimes as pastor while Honey Grove mourns the departure after nine years of faithful service. Across services the Methodist and Presbyterian congregations joined in tribute as tears and farewell prayers marked the change.
Miss Esca G. Rodger, two year East Central Normal teacher, leaves Ada for Highland Park Michigan to resume work with seniors there. She will visit Kansas and Chicago before arriving in Michigan by month end. Students and patrons express deep regret, noting her leadership as senior play coach and junior class sponsor and her strong interest in students beyond class work.
Beginning Monday August 5 we will place our entire stock of Gro ceries, Racquet Goods and Shoes on sale at reduced prices Also selling all store fixtures We mean to quit business this is an unusual opportunity to save money J T Reed & Co August 3 8td 3tw
M. T. Hardin organized a Community Labor Board in Ada to oversee recruiting and distribution of labor in Pontotoc County. The board, approved by the county defense council and Ada chamber, includes A. L. Fentem, M. M. Cotton, and B. H. Frick, and operates under the State Director of Employment with a war priority mandate. It plans dual boards for building trade and mechanical labor, with joint handling of common labor, and emphasizes educational propaganda and rapid reporting of grievances.
Red Cross Headache and Neuralgia Remedy relieves neuralgia and chronic headaches. Free from opiates, quickly absorbed and producing immediate relief. Particularly recommended for headaches from excesses. This and more than one hundred other Red Cross Remedies and Toilet Preparations sold and guaranteed only by Bart Smith.
Juarez, Aug. 10. Deserters, draft evaders and pro-Germans seek refuge in Mexico with little welcome or comfort. Others sit at the old passenger depot begging or take menial work for meals. Three evaders shown the type of arrivals since the U.S. entered the war: a German youth from Chicago, an Italian worker from Boston, and an American tramp demented by hunger. All want to return to surrender to the United States.
The funeral services for S. K. Denham were held at Second Baptist Church with Rev. Bonnie Grimes officiating. The Masonic fraternity conducted the burial at Rosedale Cemetery with full honors. Denham, a railroad man from Ada, died in an accident while moving household goods to Wilson, leaving many friends in Ada.
Washington August 9 Voluntary enlistments in the army and navy are suspended to avoid disruption of industry during the draft age bill debate. Secretaries Baker and Daniels issued orders barring new voluntary enlistments and civilian officer training camp appointments until further notice, following a conference and President Wilson’s visit. The move aims to prevent skilled workers from rushing to recruit offices while the draft ages are being extended to 18 to 45.
State of Oklahoma to Mary E Hahn defendant. Plaintiff Joseph T Lantry sues on a promissory note dated June 27 1917 for 4507 86 due 90 days from date with 8 interest. Foreclosure of chattel mortgage to secure the note covers rock asphalt plant engines boilers tools on St Louis and San Francisco right of way in Ada Oklahoma. Answer by Sept 21 1918 or judgment by default. Court clerk A R Sugg. Deputy J Rogers. Attorney C F Green. 8-8-4tw
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma in County Court in the matter of Luther Jones James Jones and Eugenia Jones minors Annie F Jones guardian the court orders a hearing on September five 1918 at nine o clock morning to consider the petition for sale of real estate necessary for the wards interests and directs personal service on next of kin and interested parties with publication in Ada Weekly News for two weeks. Orel Busby County Judge. 8 2tw
Madrid reports a new note to Germany after Cabinet session. Foreign Minister Dato said Spain’s protests continue as Spanish vessels suffer submarine attacks. A July 30 Paris dispatch noted the Ramon de Larrinaga sinking and loss of eight Spaniards, with large oil cargo. An Athens report said a Spanish ministerial ship was torpedoed but the diplomat and family were saved.
An advertisement claims constipation leads to disease and promotes regular bowel activity with HERBINE to purge waste. It states price 60 euros and is signed by Bart Smith.
Walter James brother of William and Leon James of Ada Oklahoma died last night at Memorial hospital Rushville New York from blood poisoning. His left leg had been amputated last week in an attempt to save his life.
London reports show British amateur inventors proposing bizarre war ideas to the Ministry of Munitions. Proposals include freezing clouds to mount artillery, training cormorants to retrieve Krupp mortar parts, and using balloons to suspend heavy guns. The Air Ministry says its committee has reviewed over 5000 inventions in nine months.
The Fourth of July Woodmen of the World picnic at the county fair grounds netted 472.75 for the Red Cross, a gain of 341.75 over last year’s proceeds.
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