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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1912
Page
8
Mrs Madeline Force Astor survived the Titanic disaster and gave birth to a son at 8 15 yesterday morning in New York. The baby has been named John Jacob Astor after his father and becomes direct heir to 3 million dollars of the Astor fortune.
R C Roland returned from Oklahoma City with a judgment of 410 against the Shawnee Fire Insurance Co. in favor of the Lanham school district. The funds will enable patrons to rebuild their schoolhouse under Judge Geo W Clark’s ruling.
The building contract for the new Farmers Co-Operative gin has been let to Puckett and Scott. Work starts today or Monday with machinery set for August 23. The gin will be ready for business as the crop moves, located on the west side of the Frisco and D. C. on lots bought from Mrs. Castleberry. Stockholders are dispersed across the county.
President Taft plans to sign the 160 million dollar pension bill. After signing, sub-treasuries will honor veteran drafts immediately and 18 pension agencies will close by January 31, 1913, with checks mailed directly from Washington thereafter. Agencies to be dismantled first include Knoxville Indianapolis Louisville New York Philadelphia and Topeka. The shift will discharge 235 clerks.
A health notice claims ill health stems from impaired digestion and that Chamberlains Tablets strengthen digestion, invigorate the liver, and regulate bowels. The ad promises relief from indigestion and reports many have been permanently cured, available from all dealers.
Judges T D McKeown and C A Galbraith were passengers to Stone Wall this morning in a brief transportation report noting their travel.
The Corporation Commission orders all railroads to grant sheriffs a one cent per mile rate and two deputies transport. Credentials will be issued like clergy permits. Sheriffs argued deputies travel to reach criminals at their own expense, urging reduced costs to increase enforcement activity.
The product claims to remove stale perspiration odor by adding a small amount to the bath. It purifies the skin and leaves the bath with a refreshing influence. Sold by Gwin & Mays Drug Co for 50 cents.
Oklahoma City Aug 16 King Fitz Patrick upheld the protest against Campbell Russell petitions for the State Board of Agriculture recall. Russell’s lawyer gave notice of appeal to the Supreme Court. Petitions totaled about 41 000 names with 9 000 double counted, deemed fatal defects. Secretary required 37 500 valid names and refused corrections.
W S Kunsaulus, a farmer near Fleming Pennsylvania, says his family has used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for fourteen years and finds it excellent. He recommends it and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
Four new machines have arrived for the manual training department to improve work quality. Mr. Cox travels to Menominee Wisconsin for a summer course and will enhance his already strong performance. New book shelves are being installed in the library and will be cataloged by librarian Mr. Wilson upon returning from vacation, ready before school starts.
In Henry Tennessee T D Peebles reports relief from stomach liver and kidney troubles after six bottles. He says Electric Bitters gave him renewed strength and appetite, better than previous remedies. Ramsey Drug Co offers the remedy for 50 cents.
Washington reports the Senate sustained the Presidents vetoes on both wool and metal tariff revision bills. The metal bill failed to reach a majority to override. Wool bill override attempt fell short with 39 in favor and 36 against. Republicans Bristow Clapp Crawford La Follette Poindexter Works joined Democrats.
An old advertisement urges quick action against malaria with Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine. It claims to destroy the malaria germ regulate bowels and restore vigor. Packets cost 25 cents and are sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co.
Wytheville Virginia August 16 Fried Allen one of the Mountain outlaws charged in the Hillsville Courthouse murders last March pled guilty to murder in the second degree and was sentenced to 18 years in the penitentiary. Two others have been convicted of first degree murder and two more clan members are to be tried soon.
An erd claim extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a universal healer for piles and skin ailments. It promises relief from itching irritation inflammation and swelling and touts burns boils ulcers cuts and skin eruptions with a 25 cent price at Ramsey Drug Co.
L. T. Walters will move his store to the new McKeown buildings on 12th street as they near completion. He will occupy both buildings due to growing trade and move immediately after completion. Jackson Bros. furniture store will relocate into Walters’s old stand once he vacates.
Realty notice from J. F. Bigham of Ravia Oklahoma offering an undivided one fourth interest in 33 acres near a spring reputed to yield a large gold assay. Interested buyers asked to make an offer.
C. W. , Ben and Beggar Floyd were summoned to Hugo this morning due to the extended illness of their sister, Mrs. Westbrook, who is not expected to recover.
Nine youths faced Mayor Ratliff for violating the city ordinance prohibiting swimming in the reservoir. Two were released while the rest were fined five dollars each. Police and the mayor also warn that sidewalk bicycle riding has declined due to enforcement.
Private lender offers five year mortgages on good lands and farms in Pontotoc County. Can assist buyers to own homes and stop renting. Loans often near full value, based on borrower qualification. No requirement to pay lands out on unallotted lands bought at government sale. Tax and interest savings noted. Write for full details.
Chief Bolin captured ten gallons of booze Friday night at the depot. The owner did not appear to claim the shipment. Special Officer Ed Brents heard of the incoming cargo and was on hand to grab it, signaling possible dry threats in Ada.
Appeal urges readers to subscribe now to Ada News and Dallas Semi-Weekly Farm News for one year at a total price of 1 75. The pitch promises three papers a week of wholesome reading for the whole family and warns of losses if delayed.
Florence Alabama August 13 telegram reports Justice R T Simpson prominent Alabama Supreme Court member died in New York City from bronchitis. He traveled with daughter Janet ten days earlier and leaves three children in Florence. Survivors include siblings Dock Walker Mary and James Simpson. Funeral arrangements in Florence with body due Thursday morning.
A post office exam in the Ada office gave James Hounshell a top score of 99.41 percent, the best among second class Frisco offices. A Sulphur man ranked a close second, just behind him.
At the Oklahoma division headquarters of the Sons of Confederate Veterans the Sept. 4 5 6 1912 Ada Oklahoma state convention delegate selection was ordered. Each camp has one vote per ten members in good standing and only camps with dues paid may vote. Signed by Major General Tate Brady and Adjutant General Brant H. Kirk.
J C Van Hook a Prosperous farmer now living near Franks has rented a Runyan house on West 16th street and will move to Ada in a few days to benefit from the schools Ada's educational advantages are drawing citizens from other communities to Ada's schools.
Professional listings show Dr J W Wimbish and M W Ligon with offices in Mayfield. Attorneys Currie Duncan Reed Douglass Building Epperson Roddie practice in Steed Building. Dentists Granger Granger occupy Steed Building with shared phone numbers and residences listed.
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