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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1914
Page
13
An Ada Oklahoma periodical comments on political opinions and the European conflict. It critiques Roosevelt and Wilson, urges county fair support, notes General Carranza entering Mexico City, and discusses German advances and the risk of Britain entering the war. The piece blends editorial observations with local civic encouragement.
A meeting of good road enthusiasts showcases broad support for a north to south Oklahoma highway from Tulsa to Bromide via Sapulpa Beggs Okmulgee Henryetta Wetumka Holdenville Yeager Sassakwa Francis Ada Roff Fitzhugh and Bromide. The plan envisions county construction and federal aid, with the Lincoln Highway Association aiding as a trunk route linking to Kansas and Denison Texas, projected to boost regional growth and travel. Also: U S trade expansion accelerates as Germany’s market declines, with National City Bank pursuing South American branches to offset European demand shock.
The European war may boost U S trade as South American markets expand. Panama Canal access and a shift from European to American shipping will weave a continuous Atlantic Pacific flow. Inter American ties deepen and endure, aligning with the country’s growing commercial reach. Local election notes highlight candidates and county representation across Stonewall Roff Ada and nearby towns.
A historical column discusses a proposed system of cotton warehouses and a possible emergency bill in Texas. It analyzes risks of storing cotton, potential oversupply next year, and the impact on mill operations, urging farmers to diversify beyond cotton to prevent price falls.
From the 10th to the 12th, a Simpkins family reunion at G. W. Simpkins home in Egypt, seven miles northeast of Ada, brought together all nine siblings after forty five years. Four brothers and five sisters attended along with many children and grandchildren, totaling thirty six. Names listed by age include M. J. Coln. G. W. Simpkins. Martha Ross. Sarah Williams. J. J. Simpkins. J. M. Simpkins. Durinda Byrd. A. B. Simpkins Tribbey. Ida Wiser.
A vintage advertisement proclaims Hunt's Lightning Oil as a fast pain reliever for rheumatism neuralgia and headaches urging readers to ask their druggist for this remedy. It emphasizes quick relief and wide talk about the product.
Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a harmless vegetable liquid that replaces calomel for liver issues. It is said to relieve constipation sour stomach and other lazy liver troubles without changing habits or diet. A large bottle costs 50 cents and druggists offer refunds if not satisfied. Seed rye for sale at R C Jeter's.
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