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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
5
Local sheriff and deputies raided a suspected alcohol stash and destroyed the seized supply. Authorities reported the destruction included about fourteen gallons of chocolate beer and two gallons of other alcohol from recent raids.
A dense listing of local professionals including Dr T W Chadwick veterinary surgeon and dentist Ada Oklahoma attorneys C A Galbraith Z B Sanders J W Ligon Francis OK Currie Duncan Reed-Douglass Epperson Roddie Granger Granger dentists and doctors with office locations and phone numbers in Steed Building First National Bank Building and other downtown offices.
Reports from Newkirk Oklahoma describe treasure legends near Colemans bluff six miles west. Adventurers including a New Mexico party claim a dry weather mineral rock locating gold and sense signs along the Arkansas river. Frank James recalls changes since Civil War era hiding spot and growing erosion complicates the search.
New Orleans reports a vast expanse of Louisiana submerged by the Mississippi flood. About 7,500 square miles are flooded and over 100,000 people displaced in parishes west of the river from the Arkansas line nearly to the Gulf. Losses include extensive property and livestock, with dozens of parishes already affected and more levees expected to fail within ten days.
The ad claims mosquito borne malaria enters blood causing chills fever loss of appetite and weakness, then says Electric Bitters kill malaria germs and restore health. A testimonial from William Fretwell of Lucama NC says three bottles cured his malaria and aided lasting health. Sold for 0 cents at Ramsey Drug Co.
J A Mercer finished reviewing the county treasurer's records and praised Treasurer Erwin and deputy Lee Daggs for keeping accounts in excellent shape. He said the audit found well maintained books and then departed for Madill for a similar assignment.
The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals orders a new trial for Nelson Jelts after finding prejudiced conduct by prosecuting attorneys during his trial for violating the prohibitory law in Pottawatomie County. Judge Armstron1 criticizes prosecuting attorneys for liberal but improper pursuit of convictions.
Joliet, Illinois resident Mrs J E Cox credits Dr King's New Discovery with ending dreadful coughing from typhoid pneumonia. She says doctors and medicines failed until the remedy, now nearly eliminating coughing, saved her life. Ramsey Drug Company offers 50 cent and 1.00 bottles with trial bottle free.
Among the Ada citizens heading to Oklahoma City for the Southern Baptist convention were G. T. Howerton and wife Mrs. R. A. Herndon, R. C. Re, U. G. Winn, and Rey.w
Levi P Morton 88, Washington D C, quietly marks birthday. Former vice president remains mentally alert and active in politics and public affairs despite a year ago illness. He has lived in Washington as winter residence and surpasses other vice presidents in age except John Adams who lived to 90.
Mrs. G. M. Dawkins of Ada Oklahoma testifies Doan's Kidney Pills relieve backache nervousness dizziness and morning fatigue after using them for kidney related symptoms. She notes a child’s rheumatic pains also improved. Product sold by all dealers price 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
Hattiesburg Mississippi May 15 posses with bloodhounds search for two highwaymen who robbed the New Orleans New York express No 2 near Okohala eight miles south of Hattiesburg four men seen leaving the freight train but not located loot reported from 35000 to 200000 Southern Express officials cautious on losses no shots fired and passengers unharmed
Hugh Tallman of San Antonio praises Dr. King's New Life Pills for vigor and energy. He and his wife report improved health, noting benefits for stomach, liver, and kidney troubles. Available for 25 cents at Ramsey Drug Co.
Burlington Iowa May 16 The Iowa democratic State convention instructed twenty six delegates to vote for Champ Clark under the unit rule The Clark forces defeated the Wilson faction 683.5 to 387.5 in a close contest as Wilson supporters fought to block unit rule application to the national delegation The Bryan supporters were aligned with the Wilson group.
The sixth annual Oklahoma State Fair offers 50758.60 in cash prizes for 1912 with Sept 24 to Oct 5 dates. The premium list, 246 pages, details agriculture livestock and industries across twenty one departments. It highlights sixty buildings, floor plans, and amusement features. Secretary I S Mahan notes it as the first list ready. County exhibits urged. individuals encouraged to request the premium list from I I Mahan in Oklahoma City.
A. T. Gurd of the Crosbie Oil Company arrived in Roff to take charge of operations. The Fussell well casing will be pulled this week and the rig moved up to three miles northwest of Roff in the Dolberg area. Drilling will start as a 3 inch hole with a possible depth of 3000 feet, aiming for oil and gas. By late June drilling should begin with rapid progress. The Fussell well casing remains in place, protecting the water supply deemed best in the area.
Gillis Mills Tennessee judge Eli Cherry faced a long resisted sore on his leg feared cancer. He finally used Bucklen's Arnica Salve and was completely cured. The salve also treats burns boils ulcers cuts and bruises and costs 28 cents at Ramsey Drug Co.
While returning from Ada Monday Emmett Brians had a narrow escape from death or serious injury at Sin cere creek he and Dr Means were involved in the incident and escaped unharmed.
Two men riding together were thrown from a buggy when a bug sy dropped into a hole near a crossing. Dr. Means freed himself from a tug on the harness and helped Mr. Brians, who was dragged under the vehicle. Brians escaped serious injury with a sore neck, while his clothes were torn and ruined. Allen Hustler.
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