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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
6
Advertises S S S as a complete antidote to catarrh by removing disease germs from blood. Urges immediate treatment and offers medical advice from Chief Medical Adviser at Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta Georgia.
The big turkey contest at J. M. Stanfield's grocery concluded on schedule. The turkey weighed 14 pounds 2 1/2 ounces and was won by A. Floyd, County Superintendent of Schools, 1019 E. Sth Street.
Joe P. Roetzel of Okeene visits Ada on business and attends a meeting. He notes Blaine county’s abundant harvests, timber near his town for firewood, and limited worry over the coal strike as residents stockpile coal or chop wood. A separate public notice from Pontotoc County appoints heirs for Noah Collins estate with a January 8, 1920, deadline for claims.
Attestation by court clerk A R Suge rseal in Pontotoc with deputy L E Franklin dated 11 27 41. Indicates formal seal and filing authentication for a plaintiff attorney matter.
Federal Judge Van Valkenburg refused a temporary injunction sought by the Muehlebach Brewing Co and the Kansas City Produce Co to stop district officials from hindering the sale of 2 3 4 beer. The ruling comes from Kansas City, Missouri, on December 1.
Clarence Newton admitted guilt in Justice Anderson's court on a petit larceny charge. He had been arrested after stealing a sack of flour from Stanfield's grocery where he worked as a stoutboy. He was fined 10 dollars with costs totaling 23 dollars 75 cents.
From the Ardmoreite a statewide editorial warning details a paper shortage that may force Oklahoma publishers to susp end issues by January 1. It cites soaring paper and ink costs and calls for substantial subscription and advertising rate hikes to avert widespread closures.
The AP reports widespread protests in Japan over living costs and wages. Labor delegates met Marquis Okuma to press for cabinet changes and economic reforms while officials study price controls, public markets, low-interest housing loans, and tariff removal to ease hardship and protect exports.
The directors of the socialist party adopt a motion stating Socialist victory in the general elections is complete solidarity with the Soviet Republic of Russia and an order to recognize Russia by the Italian government.
In Pontotoc County Oklahoma In County Court guardian W A Barrett petitions to sell ward Morris Sticks real estate. Hearing set for December 18 1919 at 2 PM with notices to kin and interested parties and publication in Ada Weekly News for two weeks. County Judge signs order November 18 1919.
Guardian Frank Jackson will sell at public sale to the highest bidder on December 6, 1919 at 2 PM at the Ada County Court House front door in Ada Oklahoma. The minor Laura D Colbert owns undivided interests in Section 34 Township 3 North Range 4 East and Section 22 Township 5 North Range 4 East plus Northwest quarter of the Northwest quarter and South half of Southwest quarter in Section 15 Township 6 North Range 4 East. Terms are cash on confirmation of sale and deed delivery by guardian.
County notice states Gus Jones, convicted of murder in Ada on February 10 1917 and sentenced for life at McAlester, will apply for pardon or parole 30 days after the last publication. Governor J B A Robertson is named as the recipient. Dated November 7 1919.
Francis boys beat the Da five 23 to 12 in a tight game. Davis star Wave delivered a sensational performance while Francis players Johnson and Scroggins stood out. Francis junior Sameon, fifteen, weighed under 100 pounds and showed notable skill. Both teams belong to the association.
An advertisement touts Miller's Antiseptic Oil as a cure for rheumatism neuralgia and aches. It markets a penetrating oil sold in 30c 60c and 1.00 bottles with a money back guarantee and urges readers to ask for the genuine product.
Ada authorities report a cotton embargo affecting in and out shipments on the Frisco and Katy lines. Officials say the restriction may extend to all railroads if coal shortages persist, leaving local dealers facing a serious problem.
Two world famous cattle experts will judge at the International Live Stock Exhibition opening in Chicago. G William J. Grant of Laboulaye Argentina will judge Aberdeen Angus, while William Smith of Leon England will judge Herefords. John R. Thompson of Chicago leads a strong local entry with notable East entrants and a nightly parade of draft horses and cattle planned.
Theodore Roosevelt portrayed as the driving force behind naval and military readiness before the Spanish American War. Biographer Joseph Bucklin Bishop reports on Roosevelt as assistant secretary of the navy, his foresight, Dewey’s Manila victory, and letters and speeches from 1897 to 1898. The piece notes Lodge’s friendship, McKinley’s stance, and Roosevelt’s push for preparedness amid war pressure.
Newsprint shortage threatens Oklahoma papers as mills run flat out and open market is empty. The Western Newspaper Union warns that if current supply lasts until Christmas, publications may suspend after, unless mills increase output and wholesale houses honor orders.
Surgeons affirm that prompt efficient antiseptic prevents infection and aids healing in cuts burns and bruises. The ad urges buying Borozone as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for both man and beast, urging readiness for emergencies.
Paris reports Admiral Enrico Millo commander of Italian occupation forces along the Adriatic coast walking with Captain Gebriello D Anunzio. Rumors say Italian fleet and D Anunzio forces may cooperate to occupy all of Dalmatia, stirring tensions in Jugo-Slavia and fueling Serbian mobilization ahead of spring.
Judge W. G. Currie former citizen and Ada bar member left for Memphis after visiting Ada last Friday. He praised the town noting its rapid progress and predicted it would be a real city within years. Currie and the News editor grew up in the same Tennessee town and county and enjoyed reminiscing.
Brief classified note requests an auctioneer for hire with contact options. It provides a phone number 695 and a mailing box 72 for responses. The text is terse and lacks additional details beyond the contact method.
When digestion is poor and bowels and breath are off, Prickly Ash Bitters is advertised as the remedy. It cleanses vital organs purifies bowels and imparts vigor and cheerfulness. Price $1.25 per bottle. Bart Smith Special Agent.
A major order indicating the government will restore control of the railroads to private management was received by Louisville agents. The curtailment of universal interlined way billing, in effect since May 1 1918, is among the changes specified with certain exceptions.
An advertisement promotes Herbine as the remedy to quickly purge badly digested fermented food. It claims to cleanse and strengthen the stomach liver and bowels and restore energy and cheerfulness. Sold by Bart Smith.
The text notes that different orchid species require specific insect pollinators. It highlights a one-to-one relationship between orchid varieties and the insects that facilitate their fertilization.
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