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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1909
Page
10
A Pontotoc County resident stands out as a study in prosperity amid tough times. He carries about 9 130 in cash with livestock values including cattle, mules, horses, hogs, and grain, and boasts substantial assets.
A black rat with large white spots was brought to Wormington's barbershop after being seen near Ada. The finder claims there are more of the peculiar rats in the countryside. The reporter notes the sighting occurred while sober.
A wart or wound advertises Bucksen’s Arnica Salve as the swiftest remedy to prevent infection and gangrene. The item claims use for knife, gun, tin can, rusty nail, fireworks wounds and for burns boils sores eruptions eczema chapped skin. Ramsey Drug Co. sells it for 25 cents.
Police court activity reported after officers found a suspicious scene in the Flats. About six individuals were rounded up and brought before the court. Three pleaded guilty and paid fines while remaining cases were dismissed for lack of evidence.
The Davis News mocks candidates for endless campaigns and persistent polling. It uses a dated racial metaphor to imply that once candidates catch a political “taste” they cannot be stopped, likening it to a man trying tobacco on a hillside.
W H Nettles of Pontotoc county announces his candidacy for Representative in the Democratic primary. A Missouri native resident for 23 years, he has lived in the Ada area 15 years and served as justice of the peace, city council member for two terms, and currently on the school board. He pledges to advocate laws that build up society and promote state well being. His name appears in the paper’s regular announcement column.
The Morning Herald reports a vast revival in Uniontown led by Rev. E. E. Hendricks and Rev. A. L. Carter. The series drew the largest Presbyterian audience yet with converts totaling 92 by nightfall, and 64 joining at morning service. Dr. Thomas M. Thompson aided the revival before plans for future union evangelistic meetings. Farms Loans. See Carlton Weaver.
Oklahoma lawmakers clash over Gore resolution authorizing the senate committee to probe third degree police tactics and the Muskogee town lot indictments. The panel may travel to Oklahoma. Governors and officials weigh validity of 1913 enabling act provisions affecting state capitals and constitutions.
A reader from Ada Oklahoma reports relief from kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The ad touts symptoms including backache and cloudy urine and urges purchase from Master Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY as the U.S. sole agents.
George E Ellsworth takes business management of Ada Daily and Weekly News after two years with the Democrat. He is regarded as fair and knowledgeable in business. Also notes the popularity of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, claimed to cure diarrhoea and bowel complaints and sold by all dealers.
A lame shoulder is usually caused by rheumatism of the muscles and yields quickly to the free application of Chamberlain's Liniment. The liniment is prompt and effective and not disagreeable to use. Sold by all dealers.
A soothing liquid remedy D. D. D. Prescription promises fast relief from eczema with initial drops. The ad pledges personal assurance of merit and offers trial bottles at 25 cents from G. Ram sey Drug Co on West Main Street.
E P Ferguson aged 71 died at his home on the Price farm June 23 at 10 30 PM. The remains were interred at Rosendale at 4 PM with Rev A L Nettles officiating. A respected county citizen, he leaves son Jim Ferguson employed at the Surprise Store. The News extends sympathy to the family.
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