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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1905

Page

4

Weather Threat Meets Hidden Currents in Canadian Waters

If this weather persists Ko restsvensky will likely steer his flying feet toward the Canadian waters.

Korestvensky

Ada Citizens to Visit Jerusalem in February

Five residents of Ada will travel to Jerusalem and the Holy Land in February. Upon return, a question about the river water color resembling Boggy will be finally settled.

Ada Jerusalem Holy Land

War Toll Shrinks Russian Fleet in Early 1904

The report notes Russia has lost numerous battleships, gunboats, ironclads and torpedo craft since February 1904, while Japan has sustained fewer ships, highlighting the growing naval imbalance in the war.

Russia

Man who murdered sixteen wives vows to die as a Christian

A report states JOHANN Hoer, infamous for killing sixteen wives, declares he will die like a Christian. The piece notes the difficulty of believing such a man can die with Christian resignation without multiple rehearsals.

Johann Hoer

Storm cellar seen as comfort for storm shy men

The Dallas News notes that having a storm cellar offers comfort even if death is unlikely and a storm may not come. It argues the shelter contributes to contentment and happiness and should not be sneered at by storm shy individuals.

Dallas News

Cure. Snow Liniment praised for curing old chin sore

Sid Sores of Westmorland Kansas reports Snow Liniment cured a stubborn chin sore thought to be cancer after other treatments failed. He recommends the product and notes his sister Mrs Sophia J Carson of Allensville Pennsylvania also has a sore she fears may be cancer and asks for a 50 cent bottle. Sold by Clark Drug Co.

Westmorland Kans Ballerd Snow Liniment Co Sophia J. Carson Allensville Miffin Co Vicase Clark Drug Co

Memorial Notice for George L Bowlin Lightning Death 1905

A memorial by the Ada camp of the M W A and Lee Smith Memorial Committee honors George L Bowlin who died when struck by lightning on May 12 1905. It conveys condolence to his family and praises faith in divine rest and the fraternal bond of craftsmanship and providence.

George L. Bowlin Jerusalem Israel Messias Jesus Tere Providence Mercy God Brotherhood of Man Philip Livingston I L. Cooper Lee Smith Ada

Electric Bitters Restores a Cherokee Man's Health

A Cherokee Indiana man named C F Collies recovered from severe kidney disease with Electric Bitters. He endured backache, headaches, and low mood before finding relief and full health. The tonic is sold by Clark and Dr F Z Holley druggists for 50 cents with guarantee.

C.F. Collies Cherokee Clark F. Z. Holley

Ozark Mining & Development Co Formally Organized

A stockholders meeting in Stevens Point Wisconsin organized the Ozark Mining & Development Co led by W W Taylor C F Lahn D N Alcorn F L Ditle TH Hanna FE t Rogers and others The board chose T H Hanna as president F L as vice president W W Taylor secretary treasurer and C F Lahn manager The project aims to develop a lead and zinc claim in the Ozark mountains Arkansas with strong ore indications and a nearby railway after a 55 foot shaft signaled potential Paul Sims of Wisconsin is a principal promoter The firm is capitalized at 7600 with no stock for sale yet and offices to be kept in Stevens Point

Ozark Mining & Development Co W. W. Taylor C.F. Lahn D.N. Alcorn F. L Ditle TH Hanna FE T. Rogers Boof Lennon T. H. Hanna F. L . Sec Treas W.W. Tavio C. FF Lahn Ozark Mountains Arkansas Lahn Paul Sims Wisconsin Stevens Point Wis Jouphal

New Discovery Promises Cure For Coughs And Consumption

Consumer testimonial from William Myer of Dearfoss Maryland describes rapid relief and cure after trying various medicines. Dr King’s New Discovery is advertised as prompt relief for coughs colds sore throat bronchitis and a preventive for pneumonia priced 50 cents or one dollar with a free trial bottle at local druggists Clark’s and Dr F Z Holley.

Wm. Myer Dearfoss Clark’s F. Z. Holley

Farmer in Shelby County Pleads Guilty to Disturbance

A Missouri farmer disturbed-town, faced a warrant for disturbance, and agreed to plead guilty and pay $11 in fines and costs after being told he might be arrested. He chose to stay at work and send payment by rural carrier. The note ends with a reflective line about modern life.

Shelby County

Notice to Truckgrowers Meeting About Potato Crop

Notice to truckgrowers calls all to meet at Labor hall on Saturday June. At this meeting definite action will be taken regarding the potato crop.

Labor Hall

Togo Wins Naval Battle Arouses British Jubilation

London reports surge of public interest as Togo defeats Rojestvensky in a decisive sea clash. Editors call it Trafalgar of the far east with bloodless victory noted by Daily Telegraph, while eager to see details and possible peace moves.

London Togo Rojestvensky Trafalgar Aboukir Daily Telegraph Far East Nelson Manila Bay Santiago Russia Tovro Lewation Vladimir Molomach Rojest- Varsky Vre Vyladivosto

Trial of Browne Bank Misappropriation Interrupted

Sioux City May 31 Judge Reed dismissed the jury over alleged juror tampering in the W E Browne bank misappropriation case. Juror James Carter and banker Frederick Watkins were questioned after Watkins allegedly offered to lend money to Carter in a saloon. Browne’s trial, in progress ten days, was halted.

Sioux City Reed Federal Court W. E. Browne Storm Lake National Bank James Carter Sioux Rapids Frederick Watkins Hawarden Browne Carter Watkins

Oklahoma Governor Appoints Exposition Commissioners

Gov Ferguson names Luther Martin now of Portland FE L Peckham president of the Denver Enid and Gulf RR Mrs Addie Hemings house assistant territorial librarian to serve on the Lewis and Clarke exposition commission in Portland Oregon Ferguson to attend the event.

Guthrie Ferenson Ohkliahor&t Portland Ore Luther Martin Kay County L. Peckham Denver, Enid & Gulf Railroad Company Addie Heminghouse Territorial Ferguson

Treasury investigation to begin in Kansas inquiry

Topeka May 31 The Treasury Department will be investigated by Haskins and Sells with expert Chicago accountants assigned to the state treasury The governor and advisory board decided Monday that the inquiry should start with the treasury department amid campaign charges against it and the governor.

Haskins & Sells Chicago State Treasury Treasury Department

Roosevelt Aide Describes June 1 White House Program

Portland report notes William Loeb secretary to President Roosevelt states the June 1 program for the Lewis and Clarke centennial opening at the White House will closely mirror the Louisiana Purchase exposition opening last year.

Portland Ore Wiliam Loeb Roosevelt White House

Britt signs with Hayes Valley club for July bout

San Francisco reports James Britt has joined Hayes Valley club to face the Hanlon Corbett bet winner. The bout is planned for July but details are not yet arranged.

San Francisco James Britt Hayes Valley Club Hanlon-Corbett

Wife of Gov Ferguson Falls Ill in Tonkawa

Mrs. T. B. Ferguson wife of Governor Ferguson who is visiting Tonkawa Oklahoma with her husband became dangerously ill while attending the university preparatory school commencement ceremonies on May 31.

Tonkawa, OK T. B. Ferguson Gov. Ferguson

Panama Canal Employes Quit Over High Living Costs

Eight former Panama Canal Commission employees arrived on the Orizaba from Colon saying they resigned due to high living costs and health conditions at the isthmus.

New York Panama Canal Commission Orizaba Colon

Cassini Meets Roosevelt On Taft Japan Visit

In St. Petersburg on May 3, the foreign office says Ambassador Count Cassini spoke with President Roosevelt about Taft's anticipated trip to Japan and the Philippines. The exchange was unofficial and the president stated the visit carries no political significance.

St. Petersburg Foreign Office Count Cassini Roosevelt Taft Japan Philippines

Russia Accepts Losses After Naval Defeat at Sea

May 31 St. Petersburg reports a catastrophic Russian naval disaster as Admiral Rojestvensky’s fleet suffers near annihilation. Despite hopes, Japan’s pursuit continues with few ships left, prompting calls for peace and a shift toward diplomatic talks led by Delcasse and possibly Roosevelt.

St. Petersburg Rojestvensky Trafalgar Togo Nebogatoff Russia Japan Pacific Cronstadt Friends of Peace Ro Vstvensky Heer Straits of Melacca France Associated Press M. Delcasse Roosevelt

Spanish Statesman Dead in Madrid After Illness

Francisco Silvela, renowned Spanish statesman and former prime minister, died in Madrid after a brief illness. A lawyer who entered the Cortes early, he served as interior minister in the Martine Campos cabinet and twice led the Conservative party, uniting factions through skillful alliance building.

Madrid Francisco Silvela Sener Silvela Cortes Congress Martine Campos Sagasta

Tragic drowning of Mrs Paulson and two children near Dewitt

Mrs Julius Paulson killed herself and two of her children by leaping from a bridge into a creek at Dewitt Ta. The third child survived. Police report details and suspected motive under investigation.

Dewitt, Ta Julius Paulson

Honolulu Lawmakers Cut Appropriations After Adjournment

The Hawaii territorial legislature adjourned with national guard funds and a 35 year government band appropriation rejected. The band may be funded by citizens, and the guard is expected to shrink or disband. Opponents argue Gov. Carter can use federal forces under army regulations, asserting federal supremacy over state authority.

Honolulu Japan Territorial National Guard Carter Army

Natural Gas Rates in Pittsburg Pa

Pittsburg May 21 The Philadelphia company the largest producer of natural gas there quotes rates for domestic use 27 cents per 1000 feet with 2 cents discount for early payment manufacturing 7 10 and 15 cents per 1000 feet and a special 5 cent rate for charitable institutions such as hospitals and homes classed with manufacturing

Pittsburg Philadelphia Company

Folk Congratulates Weaver in Philadelphia Telegram

Mayor Weaver received a tele gram from Missouri Governor Folk urging continued fight against corruption. Folk praises the united support of the American people and their conscientious hearts behind Weaver’s effort.

Philadelphia Weaver Folk of Missouri America

Adams Joins U S Court of Appeals in Thayer Vacancy

St Paul May 31 Judge Elmar B Adams of St Louis qualified as United States district judge in the eighth circuit and will sit on the court of appeals Tuesday to fill the seat left by the death of Judge Thayer Adams previously served as a district judge for the eastern district of Missouri

Adlanm Thayer St. Paul Elmar B. Adams St. Louis United States District Eighth Judicial Circuit United States Court of Appeals Adams District Court Eastern District of Missouri

Hiss Kiang of Spain Plans Royal Route Protests

May 31 The police take extreme measures to prevent a socialist demonstration against King Alfonso. Trades councils adopt resolutions to hiss the king along his planned routes. Anarchists distribute circulars warning of danger in witnessing the royal procession.

Hiss Kiang Spain Paris Alfonso

Irrigation Committees Planned West Tour Details

Harriman lines have arranged rail transport for a U S senate and house committee on irrigation and arid lands. The group will tour western irrigation projects and needs for government work. De Forte will depart Kansas City in June.

Chicago Harriman Lines United States Senate House Committee On Irrigation and Arid Lands de Forte Kansas City

David W. Ross Named Purchasing Director for Panama Canal

David W. Ross of Chicago has been appointed purchasing director for the Panama Canal, heading transport purchases for the project’s construction years. He will relocate to Washington with headquarters set there after June. The role carries vast financial responsibilities amid planned supply orders and tariff concerns discussed by the president and secretary of war.

Canal Ilinois Central Railroad Panama Canal Ross Washington

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ADA Hardware CO East Main Street Duncan Block the Ada News Otis B. Weaver Eorrors Padperirrors Lee L Nat Bank H. M. Lisle L. M. Doss NEW Mining Company Ozark Mining & Development Com Pany Oklahoma Portland Commiss Topeka Kan Treasury Britt Gov. Perguson HS Pat Briet Ulnesse Canovas Silveta Silvela David W. Ross Piedmont Crystal Ice
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