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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1912
Page
3
The five year old Marguerite Grigsby, daughter of Judge J. E. Grigsby and his wife, died Saturday evening from acute pneumonia after a brief illness. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. A. M. Dupree. The News extends sympathy to the grieving family.
The torpedo boat destroyer Jenkins was launched at Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine. She is 293 feet long, with a speed of 29.5 knots, and is a sister ship to the Jouett recently launched at the same yard. The ship honors the late Rear Admiral Thornton A. Jenkins, with Miss Alice Thornton Jenkins performing the christening.
The county examining board is busy grading the papers of the examination held last week, marking papers and preparing results for release.
In medicine there is no healing remedy faster for flesh repair than Ballard's Snow Liniment. It cures wounds sprains scalds and rheumatism with extraordinary penetrating power. Prices 25c 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by the Ramsey Drug Co.
Colorado Springs April 29 Democrats meet for statewide convention to name twelve delegates to the Baltimore convention. The Harmon support fades as Clark and Wilson divide the delegation, risking an uninstructed slate for the national event.
Petitions for good roads were printed and put into circulation Saturday and signers will soon reach the required count to call an election. The notice hints at social excitement once the election is set. A line advertises Herbine as a liver and bowels purifier with a rosy health claim, sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
Palmer Cox born April 28 1840 in Granby Quebec celebrated on his 72nd birthday. The artist known for The Brownies gained fame while living in Granby Springfield Lucknow San Francisco and New York illustrating and authoring humorous children's books and stories. He rose to prominence for his distinctive drawings.
Ada merchants boast a busy spring with Ramsey Drug Co leading window displays. The Ada Weekly News notes a surge in painting as prosperity signs, highlighting floor paint showcased to refresh floors and arc surfaces for durable, easy cleaning.
Weather observer W. M. Pegg reports Thursday’s rain in Allen measured over four inches. Farmers fear heavy washout as corn is buried under dirt washed into drills. McGEE'S BABY ELIXIR advertised as a stomach and bowel remedy sold by Ramsey Drug Company at 25 and 50 cents.
Thomas R. Preece vice president and general organizer of the Bricklayers and Stonemasons International Union sailed for England to study pension systems. The union decided at its January convention to adopt an old age pension plan and will use abroad findings to shape the no pension system before presenting it to members for ratification.
The passage notes rising sales and more voluntary testimonials for Chambrain's Cough Remedy, claiming it cures coughs and colds. It urges readers to try it for themselves or for their children and indicates availability from all dealers.
Indian Superintendent Dana H. Kelsey announced that Interior Department rules allow sale of restricted Indian lands on time payments. The program aims to help actual farmers settle in Oklahoma and keep land from speculators.
In a testimonial from Hugh Tallman of San Antonio a wife and husband say Dr. King’s New Life Pills give new life and energy and help stomach, liver or kidney troubles. Available for 25 cents at Ramsey Drug Co.
The bodies of Col. John Jacob Astor and Isidor Strauss have been recovered and are aboard the cable ship Mackay Bennett. The news, reported in a White Star Line dispatch, confirms their deaths in the Titanic disaster.
Justice Eli Cherry feared a cancer from a bad leg sore that baffled doctors. He finally used Bucklen's American Salve and was completely cured. It treats burns, boils, ulcers, cuts, bruises, and piles. 25 cents at Ramsey Drug Co.
L Rodke arrived yesterday afternoon to look after his business interests in Ada. He reported a heavy rain about Davis and Sulphur.
Under Mrs. John Parker Wise of Denver the East Central State Normal Y W C A is reorganized on a better working basis and aims for National affiliation. A delegate will attend the June summer conference at Muunte Ne Ark. Officers include President Muriel Wright and several chairs with advisors listed.
Judge C A Willard in Minneapolis ruled that Indian treaties were overridden by Minnesite admissions and issued an injunction against W E Pussyfoot Johnson and others. The decision bars interference with saloons on government reservations and may affect federal moves to curb liquor into eastern Oklahoma. The government will appeal to the Tenth Circuit in Denver.
Ada resident J. P. Norton testifies to curing kidney and bladder trouble after two years of suffering. He credits Nyal's Kidney Pills and recommends them to friends, noting availability from Gwin & May. End of advertisement.
Sunday featured a morning address on Christian Education by Dr. R. S. Hyer, president of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, and an evening talk on the same theme by Dr. S. F. Goddard, president of the Methodist college in Muskogee.
Dizziness vertigo and sallow complexion mark a torpid liver. Herb ine is advertised as a powerful liver stimulant and a dose or two will relieve bilious symptoms. Price 50c. Sold by Ramsey Drug Company.
W. T. Miller has accepted a temporary position with the state examiner and inspector to check officers across the state. His family will remain in Ada for the present.
Barbed wire cuts and ragged wounds heal quickly with Ballard's Snow Liniment. It is marketed as both healing and antiseptic. Available at 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle through Ramsey Drug Co.
R. S. Moore the traveling representative for Simmons Hardware Co plans a seven room residence on East 9th street in the Donaghey addition. He aims for a handsome home showcasing local crafts and materials.
Advertisement claims poor appetite signals impaired digestion and that Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets strengthen digestion and improve appetite. It states thousands have benefited and that the product is sold by all dealers.
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