Storm kills spectators at Sallisaw picnic as Gore ends speech
A severe rain and electrical storm struck the Sallisaw Oklahoma grounds during Senator Gore’s talk. A lightning bolt destroyed a refreshment stand where 100 sheltered, killing two immediately and injuring many. About 3,000 people were present. Several named locals and officials were among the injured or unscathed. The two dead are Hooper McKeel and John Stewart. others at risk include George Martin and Albert Peters.
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Fort Smith
Ark
Sallisaw
Thomas P. Gore
Hooper McKeel
Sam McKeel
Jesse Harrell
Harrison Brewer
Boyce McKeel
Alonzo McKeel
Brun
Senator Gore
Sidney Suggs
Ardmore
Robert L. Williams
John H. Pitchford
Tahlequah
A and M Encampment at Ada Opens July 14
The A and M encampment at Ada begins July 14 and runs five days under a tent seating 2500. It features 17 lectures and demonstrations on domestic science, agriculture, engineering, dairy, horticulture, and more with free morning, afternoon, and evening sessions. Educational exhibits, moving pictures, and separate programs for men women boys and girls are planned. Citizens urged to attend and recruit others to fill the tent.
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Ada
Assassination Plot Averted at Herr Mansion
Pittsburg on July 3 a thwarted dynamite attack targeted E M Herr the Westinghouse president and head of his mansion. Robert Miller was possibly fatally shot by a man interrupted during a bomb plot. Herr’s home and person were guarded as he declined to discuss the matter fearing obstruction of justice.
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Pittsburg
E. M. Herr
Westinghouse Company
Simmons Liver Purifier Promotes Gentle Liver Care
Nothing better for the Liver. Simmons Liver Purifier is the ideal liver medicine, because it contains no minerals. While it is thorough in action it is mild and pleasant to take. Price 50. Ask your druggist.
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Simmons
Colorado Contractor Fatally Shoots Doctor in Wray
D c Funk, a prominent contractor, surrendered after entering Dr Earl McGill's office in Wray Colorado and fatally shooting the physician. Funk charged McGill with being too attentive to his wife Mrs Funk.
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Colorado
Wray
Colo
D. c
Kickapoo Worm Killer Candy Confection Ad
A vintage advertisement promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a candy that expels intestinal worms in children. It claims a sick child with fever, coated tongue, stomach pain, diarrhea, and sleep disturbances can be cured by this product available at drugstores.
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Pour Druggist
Montana Mayor Shoots Miner in Butte Arena
Butte July 4 Physicians attending Trilantala the miner shot by Mayor Louis Duncan report serious but likely recoverable injuries. Duncan wounded after defending a dispute within the Western Federation of Miners. Lantala demanded deportation of a man and attacked when refused. Miners fear further trouble as tensions rise.
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Butte
Trilantala
Louis Duncan
Duncan
Lantala
Western Federation of Miners
McGees Baby Elixir Promoted for Heat Sickness
An advertisement touts McGees Baby Elixir as a remedy for feverish babies affected by hot weather and bowel disorders. It claims to reduce fever, correct stomach issues, and check diarrhea. Sold by Ramsey Drug Co. with bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents.
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McGee’s
Ramsey Drug Co
Rain covers county with widespread showers
The Thursday rain soaked a large portion of the county with reports from multiple towns including Roff Fitzhugh Tupelo Stonewall Pickett Ada Francis Oakman and beyond. Observers say the widespread rainfall should boost corn prospects despite limited totals in some areas.
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A. L. Bullock
E. L. Rucker
Roff
L. M. Overton
Fitzhugh
J. D. Lasater
Katy
Tupelo
Stonewall
J. W. Whipple
Pickett
Dr. Hartman
Francis and
Oakman
Ada
Herbine advertised as remedy for inactive liver
An 19th century ad promotes Herbine as a cure for torpid liver and related disorders. It claims to cleanse impurities, strengthen the liver, and purify the bowels, with a price of 50 cents sold by Ramsey Drug Company.
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Ramsey Drug Co
Ramsey Drug Company
Pentotoc County School Officers Hold Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of Pentotoc county school officers was held at the courthouse with discussions on the new school law and board duties led by Sept Melton. Supt. Wilson was expected to speak but was absent. The text also notes an ad for Ballard's Snow Liniment and a local note that Roff voted to close pool halls.
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Pentotoc County
Court House
Melton
Supt. Wilson
Roff
Roff, Ok
Jennings and Williams Meet in Ada Campaign Stop
Ada visitors Judge T D McKeown M B Donaghey and Leslie Maxey attended the Konawa Picnic date unknown. Al Jennings faced Judge R L Williams for the first time as Williams delivered his voters address and denied charges of editorial support from the Oklahoman and rough language toward Miss Kate Bernard.
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T. D. McKeown
M. B. Donaghey
Leslie Maxey
Ada
Konawa
al Jennings
R. L. Williams
Jennings
Williams
The
Oklahoman
Kate Bernard
Miss Bernard
Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine Promises Health
Sallow complexion is due to a torpid liver. Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine purifies and strengthens the liver regulates the bowels sweetens the breath and restores the ruddy hue of health to the cheeks. Price 25 cents per package. Sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co.
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M. A. Simmon
Gwin & Mays Drug Co
Postal Department Reports First Surplus Since 1883
Washington reports the Post Office Department shows a surplus for the year ending July 1 1913 of 3 800 000 on 352 000 000 in transactions. Officials estimate the 1914 year will also show a surplus though balancing will take months due to remittances. Also promotes Hunt's Cure with money back guarantee for skin diseases at 50 cents.
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Washington
Grover Cleveland
Post Office Department
Gas surge reported at MacThwaite No 2 well
The MacThwaite well No 2 penetrated the gas sand Saturday afternoon yielding a largely increased gas flow. Estimates vary but the drill may move down to the second sand about 75 to 100 feet below the first, where most flow was found in the prior well. Three state school presidents named Oklahoma City July 2. G W Austin Wagoner will lead Chickasha Girls School W C Canterbury Marietta takes Southeastern Normal Durant M Barrett named president at Claremore University Preparatory School.
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MacThwaite
Oklahoma City
State Board of Education
G. W. Austin
Wagoner
J. B. Eskridge
Chickasha
W.C. Canterbury
Marietta
E. D. Murdaugh
Southeastern Normal
Durant
9. M. Barrett
The
University
J. H. Bays
Claremore
Henry Kendall Fund Reaches $100000 Milestone in Tulsa
Henry Kendall College in Tulsa confirms the full $100000 fund raised on time with large gifts from E R Kemp Tulsa Mrs Mary Copley Thaw Pittsburg Harry K Thaw’s mother A A Hyde Wichita Joe Bartles Degney and George C Priestly Bartlesville. The funds enable a public park on two blocks in front of the campus and a later campaign for a science hall and president residence.
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Henry Kendall
Tulsa
Henry Kendall College
E. R. Kemp
Mary Copley Thaw
Pittsburg
Harry K. Thaw
A. A. Hyde
Wichita
Kan
Joe Bartles
Degney
George C. Priestly
Bartlesville
Plague Update From New Orleans As Rats Are Targeted
New Orleans on July 6 reports no new plague cases and a continued rat-killing drive by Dr. Blues force. City resumes normal condition as the situation stabilizes.
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New Orleans
Dr. Blue
Tulsa visitor Gahagan Wimbish visits hometown
Gahagan Wimbish arrives from Tulsa to spend time with his parents Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Wimbish during a family visit.
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Gahagan Wimbish
Tulsa
Mrs
J. W. Wimbish
Don’t Mistake the Cause Kidney Pain Ada Testimony
Ada resident Mrs. D. E. Price reports relief from kidney trouble after using Doan’s Kidney Pills. She notes a family member’s backache improved and recommends the remedy taken as directed. Price 50c at dealers.
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D. E. Price
15Th St
Ada
Okla
Dean
Doan
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