President alleges business push to delay tariff vote
Washington reports the president charged that a coalition of business interests is pressuring Congress to adjourn without enacting the tariff bill. He opposes Underwood’s plan for an immediate adjournment and calls for passing the trust program this session. The president released form letters urging representatives to bombard Congress to stop trust legislation. The U S Chamber of Commerce opposed labor union exemption from the Sherman act.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
Underwood
Pictorial Review
United States Chamber of Commerce
Thay denial of bail robs Pittsburg trip request
The Supreme Court on June 15 denied Harry Thay bail and refused permission to travel to Pittsburg on business matters.
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Washington
The
Sun Court Today
Harry Thay
Pittsburg
Simmons Letter Costs St. Louis Banker Appointment
A circular letter from Simmons of St. Louis, criticizing crop uncertainty and rail rate/antitrust issues, led to his removal from federal reserve board consideration. Despite claims of refusal, the missive reached Wilson and ended Simmons's chances. Also notes a Singer Sewing Machine ad with installment terms from Ada, Oklahoma.
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Washington
Southwest
Simmons
St. Louis
Federal Reserve Board
Wilson
Simmons Hardware Company
Drouth Strains Little Rock Crops and Cattle
Little Rock reports mark the 28th day without rain as heat and drought bite. Cattle suffer water scarcity and corn and cotton crops show strain across the state’s corn belt amid intense heat.
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Little Rock
Ark
Oil news from Holdenville and Wewoka fields surge with drilling prospects
The Holdenville area shows multiple spudding and test drilling near the city. Moffit and Benedict begin on Ramberg plane while Kansas City operators plan a rig in 1-6-9. Wewoka field reports No. 1 cleaning and No. 2 progressing. Tennessee Oil and Gas test reaches sand with cleaning ahead. Kingston reports ongoing south of town drilling with strong oil indications and new company formations like Twin Oak poised to start operations.
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Moffit and Benedict
Here
D. N. Segar
Joplin
Kansas City
Moffit & Benedict
Holdenville
Wewoka Oil and Gas Co
Wewoka
Tennessee Oil and Gas Co
Armstrong
Duren
Red River
Smith-Coleman
Lyon Oil and Gas Co
Twin Oak Co
J. R. Hopper
W. W. McCarty
Syd J. Wheeler
Kingston Messenger
Herbine advertised to relieve ailment symptoms
An old advertisement claims Herbine relieves Abilious half sick feeling loss of energy and constipation. The first dose brings improvement and a few doses restore vigor. Price 50c. Sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
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Ramsey Drug Co
Bank of Marine Fails After Heavy Run
Marine Illinois June 15 Bank of Marine a subsidiary of Lorimer bank Chicago failed to open this morning after a heavy run Saturday. The bank’s capital was 25000 dollars.
If you have the itch don’t scratch it bal lards snow liniment
Old time remedy advertisement promotes Ballard’s Snow Liniment for itching relief. It claims instant relief and permanent cure after a few applications. Priced 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
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Ballard
Ramsey Drug Co
Men escape Mount Lassen eruption near Redding
Redding California June 15 Hiram Blodgett and Hugh Addington who disappeared Sunday after Mount Lassen's violent eruption have been found uninjured after wandering several hours. One man was critically injured or in danger and a second person is missing according to reports.
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Redding
Calif
Hiram Blodgett
Hugh Addington
Mount Lassen
Prince William Leads Albanian Troops Against Insurgents
Vienna June 15 Prince William of Albania commands 9 000 troops against 27 000 insurgents attacking Durazzo the capital. It is doubtful he can hold out. The International fleet sent Marines to prevent looting or massacre.
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Vienna
William
Albania
Durazzo
Simmons Liver Purifier Ad Claims Quick Constipation Relief
Purported advertise text touts Simmons Liver Purifier as pleasant with rapid results for constipation and biliousness. Claims include trial proof and consistent use, with product sold in yellow tin boxes by all druggists.
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Simmons
Huerta's Successor Carranza Provisional President Issue
Niagara Falls reports Mexican mediators debate how far the U S should press for a provisional government aligned with Carranza. Huerta envoys refuse options as a neutral substitute remains scarce. Carranza aims to appoint the provisional president. Also a medical ad touts Herb ine for bowel regularity with a 50 cent price.
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Niagara Falls
U. S
Carranza
Huerta
Confederate Memorial Service and Cemetery Flag Tribute
Confederate veterans held a memorial service at the Methodist church with prayers and musical pieces. Judge McKeown spoke on the cause and honor of the Confederate soldiers, followed by scripture and addresses from Rev. C B James Rev. T P Turner and Rev. R E Early. Graves were decorated with flowers and Confederate flags, and Gen S H Hargis invited relatives to take flags home as souvenirs.
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Methodist Church
C. Stubblefield
Judge McKeown
C. B. James
T. P. Turner
R. E. Early
Hunt's Cure skin disease remedy advert claims guarantee
Eczema ring worm and tetter treated with Hunt's Cure sold with a positive guarantee to refund the purchase price if it does not cure itch ringworm tetter and other skin diseases. The A B Richards Medicine Co Sherman Texas advertises price at 50 cents and cites druggists approval and a standard medicine claim.
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Hunt
Cartoonist's Wife Hurt In Auto Smashup
New York dispatch reports Mrs. Bud Fisher wife of the Matt and Jeff cartoonist suffered chest injuries and internal damage when her joy ride automobile collided with another car and overturned on a dark corner road.
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New York
Tulsa Reunion Dates Set for September 8 9 and 10
The Tulsa committee in charge of the next state reunion of Confederate veterans has scheduled September 8 9 and 10. Tulsa will strive to match Ada in hosting the old soldiers after Ada’s handsome entertainment two years ago.
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Tulsa
Ada
Imaginary Heart Trouble Prompting Digestive Link
Puts heart pain symptoms alongside stomach derangements and promotes Meritol Tonic Digestive as a remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia to restore stomach function and dismiss heart disease concerns. Ramsey Drug Co. is cited as exclusive agents.
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Meritol
Ramsey Drug Co
Song Rally at Oakman Sunday June 21
A big song rally will be held at Oakman on Sunday June 21 with many music lovers expected from nearby counties. At 11 o'clock a sermon by Rev J M Brundige will discuss Music and the Gospel with text Col 3 16.
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Oakman
J. M. Brundige
Men Wanted at OK Portland Cement Co Quarry
Job ad notes men wanted for the Portland Cement Co quarry in Lawrence Oklahoma dated 6 11. The notice seeks laborers and mentions quarry work location and recruitment date.
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OK Portland Cement Co
Lawrence
Okla
Bitter Senate Clash Looms Over Colombia and Nicaragua Pacts
Washington reports a fierce senate battle ahead over the Colombian and Nicaraguan treaties. The Colombian accord offers $25,000,000 for Colombia after the Panama upheaval, while the Nicaraguan pact grants U S protectorate rights and pays $3,000,000 for canal rights and a base.
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Washington
Panama
Senate
Bryan
U. S
Colombia
Nicaragua
Ada Way Newspaper Ad Notice
A reader is invited to place advertisements for selling or trading items in the Ada Way New feature. The notice emphasizes local listings and community trading opportunities.
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Ada
Perkins Refuses to Quit as Progressive Leader
New York June 11 George W Perkins declares he has no intention of retiring as chairman of the Progressive national committee despite Pinchots attack He says Pinchot’s remarks cannot drive him from the party and he will not reply to the letter
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New York
Progressive National Committee
Geo. W. Perkins
Pinchot
Progressive Party
Impaired Appetite Finds Relief with Chamberlain's Tablets
Mrs. J. H. Seitz of Betroit Michigan says the tablets restored her appetite, reduced bloating, and gave a pleasant and satisfactory bowel movement. For sale by all dealers.
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J. H. Seitz
Betroit, Mich
Norway Sees Hundreds of Tree Planting Societies Founded
Norway hosts 144 tree planting societies. The first was formed in 1900 and since then about 26 million trees have been planted. Last year more than 2 million trees were planted.
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Norway
Oklahoma Central Railway Schedule Fragment
A historical timetable fragment lists daily trains with times for routes including westbound departures at 10:05 A.M. and 2:55 P.M., eastbound services at 12:46 P.M., and notes Oklahoma Central Railway operations with masthead line items and station designations.
Frisco Rail Schedule Fragments Note Times
Frisco service shows northbound 508 Eastern Express at 10 01 AM and 512 Meteor at 4 58 PM. Southbound runs include 509 Meteor and 507 Sherman Express with a 5 27 PM departure.
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Eastern Express
Meteor
South Bound
Sherman Express
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