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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1918
Page
9
A home remedy mixes lemon juice with orchard white to create a skin and complexion lotion. Strain juice carefully, mix three ounces with two lemons, shake, and store as a months long pure formula. Apply daily to face neck arms and hands to bleach clear smooth and beautify the skin.
Premier Pashich proclaimed Serbia remains loyal to the Entente and rejects German peace proposals. He cited German intrigue aimed at disorganizing allied cohesion, noting Russia’s revolution and Austria Hungary’s calumnies seek to divide Serbia, while America’s entry enlarges allied forces.
Paris residents prepare for air raids by building trench shelters along the Champs Elysees and in Bois de Boulogne and Vincennes including public squares. Over 3,000 cellars already serve as refuges with capacity up to about 100 people and features to exit if flooded or gasified.
A Birmingham plant dedicates itself to small arms with a yearly capacity near one million rifles and 500000 machine guns. About 10000 workers including women and youths are employed, guided by American managing director Percy Martin of Columbus Ohio. The site features a canteen serving five thousand meals daily at low prices and prioritized worker health.
After an ankle injury, obtain Chamberlain's Liniment promptly and follow the printed directions that accompany the bottle for best results.
One car of machinery arrived and two or three more are on the way for the Pontotoc Custom gin. The facility is being rebuilt thoroughly modern with ten stands and two bale at a time gin process to reduce last fall's congestion at Ada. Also notice of administrator appointment for Jesse Edgar Allen estate. Edward I. Harrison seeks letters of administration. hearing set May 23, 1918 at 10 a.m. in Pontotoc County Court.
British Army report from Flanders dated May 2 notes that the 1920 class is being mustered at Kreisoffenbach and Kreisnimptsch. Some have already entered the field but are not to be used unless absolutely necessary.
New York May 2 An urgent invitation to American cotton growers and manufacturers to affiliate with the International Cotton Federation was extended by Arno S Pearse of Manchester England secretary of that organization in a paper read at the joint convention of the American Cotton Manufacturers Association and the National Association of Cotton Manufacturers. He said the United States which produces two thirds of the world’s supply should take an international view and outlined reforms in compressing sampling crop reports and producer consumer relations as steps for unified action in the cotton belt.
London May 2. Three women candidates likely for the next general election. Nina Boyle seeks nomination for Keighley while Independent Labour adds Margaret Bondfield and Mrs Philip Snowden to the list. Boyle asks Home Secretary about eligibility and whether women can be sworn in as police. reply says courts must decide.
Washington May 1 Expansion of the wooden shipping program to build 200 vessels of about 4500 tons each was announced by Chairman Hurley of the Shipping Board. The board also authorized twenty five large sea going tugs for coast trade, bringing government tug construction to 100.
The Federal Fuel Administration for Oklahoma reports strong progress in pushing early coal orders for next winter from both domestic and industrial buyers. Despite large orders, deliveries will lag. but authorities vow expedited distribution and summer movement to balance supply, urging prompt orders and patience as railroads and mines adjust to wartime needs.
The article states headaches often result from a disordered stomach or constipation. It recommends Chamberlains Tablets as an easy to take, mild remedy that has brought permanent relief to many people.
London reports the British Museum treasures and its mummy collection stored in a deep unfinished subway built for the post office. Postal workers protest, arguing the space should serve as an air raid shelter for staff during emergencies.
A rifle squad of about 100 society women and girls, called the St. Louis Woman's Rifle Squad, has been formed in St. Louis. They will meet at the Armory for firearms instruction under Major C. C. Crossman. The group aims to protect homes and the city if men are called to serve.
Barbed wire cuts and harness galls heal fast with Ballard's Snow Liniment. It is advertised as healing and antiseptic. Prices listed 25c, 50c, and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by Bart Smith.
An official British communiqué reports progress in Palestine with Mezrah captured and forces near Es Salt. 260 prisoners taken. In Mesopotamia British troops push to the Tigris River with 12 more field guns seized and total prisoners now at 1,800.
Friday preliminary hearing before Justice Brown. Tom Finney remanded without bail on murder charge for killing Bud Shrean at Steedman. Bond set at two thousand dollars on shooting and wounding Homer Pannell.
Surgeons urge prompt first treatment with an efficient antiseptic to prevent infection and speed healing. The BoroZone 1 product is sold for 25 cents to 1.50 with Bart Smith as the seller for use on humans or animals.
Sheriff Bob Duncan will sell at 10 00 AM May 28 1918 at the Ada Court House front door under an April 18 1918 district court order to satisfy a July 29 1913 judgment for Midland Saving and Loan against Nathaniel A McCurry Beulah B McCurry W W Sledge Dascomb Daniel Lumber Co and Sledge Lumber Co. Lots 9 10 11 12 13 14 in Block 53 Ada Oklahoma valued at 2250 with 10 percent interest since 1914 plus costs. C F Green attorney for plaintiffs. 4-25-5tw
In the guardianship of James Blevins a minor the guardian will sell at public sale on May 16 1918 at 9 am in the Pontotoc County Court room to confirm by the court. The property is the NW quarter of the SW quarter of Section 8 Township 5 North Range 8 East Pontotoc County Oklahoma. Cash in hand on court confirmation. Bids may be written and filed in the County Court or delivered to the guardian.
A $10 reward is offered for information leading to the recovery of a black male ox about 800 pounds and a bay mare weighing 750 to 800 pounds. The mare has a split left ear and both animals are unbranded. Contact G. Y. McDaniel in Bebee Oklahoma. Date May 2.
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