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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
13
The brief notice lists roles within the ADA Weekly News including president and editor, with positions for vice president and business manager. It notes a six month term and a price of $1.00 for the issue or subscription.
The News prints a column announcing candidates for various offices subject to the Democratic primary on August 4. It lists R. M. Roddie for Congress 4th District, Robert M. Rainey for Supreme Court, J. W. Davis for State Senate, several county and district offices including Sheriff Martins Walsh Joe Sloan Bob Duncan, D. W. Swaffar for County Clerk, A. L. Miles for re election, Halum Merryman, John Ward, W. J. Walker, T. V. B. Mullinax, Oscar J. Lee, Lee Daggs, B. Parker, Arden L. Bullock for County Attorney, J. W. Whitbrook for Court Clerk, Henry Kroth for Commissioner Dist 1, J. D. Garr, I. R Gilmore, J. L Joe Foster for Commissioner Dist 2.
Hugo Husanian questions why major Oklahoma uprisings Crazy Snake Jay and Tulsa are left out of war histories. Fort Worth life shifts with Rev. J Frank Norris arson trial. H B Roach seeks Democratic nomination for Corporation Commissioner, admired by Ada supporters. Judge Williams’ gubernatorial chances rise as opposition papers predict November defeat if he leads.
The piece notes the Democratic ticket solidifying with the judge and supporters gaining the nomination while Huerta faced rumors of resigning. Press dispatches doubt any real move toward resignation, suggesting he would risk capture by enemies if leaving for the coast, with time nearly spent.
Some fellows who are kicking hardest about the drop in the price of oil haven't a barrel to sell. But they expect to have some day. Just as some men who are receiving $25 or $30 from the state and school districts in the way of educating their children are raising Cain about having to pay taxes to the amount of $2.50.
The Franada well southeast of Francis began drilling Sunday afternoon and current reports indicate good progress is being made.
Material is being put on the ground for a steel storage tank at the Ada flour mill with a capacity of 25 000 bushels of wheat. The tank will stand on the site of the office which will be moved a few feet south. A large sum will be spent on new machinery and modern equipment for the mill.
At a county commissioners meeting held early in the week the seventh district which includes Maxwell township and a two mile strip along its southern border was exempted from the herd law.
New York on May 6 Justice Sea bury denied the motion for a change of venue for former police lieutenant Becker. The court room entrance was jammed but admission was by card only as a large police guard protected the chamber.
The Marshall County Bar endorses Judge Hardy for the 27th Judicial District and lauds his character and abilities. They note the loss of his wife and children to the district’s gain, while also endorsing Summers Hardy for Associate Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court if a vacancy arises.
Oscar J. Lee of Allen announces his candidacy for County Weigher with Democratic primary in August. He is a hardworking farmer who has lived near Allen for twenty five years and invites voter inquiry into his fitness and record. He plans to campaign as time allows and asks voters to consider his service if he cannot meet them personally.
An ad touts Dr King s New Life Pills promising regular bowels and cleaned liver kidneys. It cites C E Hatfield of Chicago saying he found more relief from one box than any medicine. Price is 25 cents at your druggist.
State district court notice warns Arkansas Valley Breeder's Association and W H McMurry they are sued for breach of warranty of personal property seeking 1058.00 plus garnishment. Defendants must answer petition by June 17. failure will yield default judgment for plaintiff A D Tanner clerk Crawford Bolen Williams attorneys. First published May 7 14 31.
Seven top physicians reviewed Dodson's Liver Tone and endorsed it as a reliable family remedy. The palatable vegetable liquid claims no gripe or after effects unlike calomel and is sold by Ramsey Drug Company with a purchase price refund if dissatisfied.
Leavenworth Kansas May 5 Warden Thomas W Morgan bans women from attending prison baseball games citing a past incident where an invited guest wearing a slit skirt caused confusion with an umpire miscalling pitches leading to potential trouble. Only male spectators remain allowed among limited invited guests.
This preparation is intended for rheumatism lame back sprains and like ailments. It is popular with users who attest to its splendid qualities. Mrs Charles Tanner of Wabash Indiana reports it as the best remedy for lame back and sprains she has used and notes decades of use by her family. Available in 25 and 50 cent bottles and sold by all dealers.
Mrs. Sarah Hewlett wife of J W Hewlett died Monday at their home near Maxwell Funeral and interment occurred at Maxwell cemetery Tuesday Rev Bowers conducted the service The Hewletts were early settlers highly respected Mr Hewlett has the sympathy of many friends Also notice about real estate loans insurance and a Singer Sewing Machine office move to 121 South Broadway with W C Williams manager
Yellow horse with white mane and tail, about 8 years old and 700 pounds, strayed in Ada Oklahoma. Reward of $5.00 offered for information leading to recovery. Contact J. F. Jared, Ada. 5 7-lw pd.
The rural route on route 1 out of Ada starts May 1 serving many readers who will likely subscribe to the Daily News. It will be the only daily paper available the next day, with telegraph service from United Press and up-to-the-minute updates amid the Mexican trouble. Subscriptions are 1 dollar for three months in advance or 10 cents per week. Weekly readers switching to daily get credit for prepaid amounts.
George Vivian, vice president of the Ben Greet players, announced Ada will host a single May 16 performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream. The company, English actors, has played before royalty and presidents. Vivian, London born, served in the Boer War and earned the Victoria Cross. He plans to settle in America after meeting a Chicago girl.
For sale Indian Runner ducks baby ducks and eggs from prize winning stock. Phone 155, 530 E 10th St. 57 wtf.
First Annual Pontotoc County Log Rolling Association session at W O W ADA on Saturday May 16 at 7 30 PM enroll delegates elect officers and hear talks Woodcraft and its home and past memories by Forgan Edwards Swank booster quartet and degrees by U R Teams notes that delegates vote but all Woodmen urged to attend for county booster
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