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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1914
Page
10
Norfolk May 12 An explosion aboard the steamship Jefferson of the Old Dominion Line killed seven crew members and injured others. The ship reached Norfolk under its own steam, sent ashore the dead and injured, and proceeded to New York. Passengers were terror stricken. bail was posted and released.
President C E Schaff of the Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway said Katy line damages from recent heavy rains will total 350000. Texas lines about 100000. Oklahoma and other northern lines 250000. Board approved minor appropriations for track spurs and repairs.
In Pittsburg a young physician Dr. George W. Goetz died after stumbling in front of a train during a violent storm. A nearby tenement was blown down and burned. one man died more injuries followed. In Cleveland a torrential rain and lightning storm killed two, damaged many buildings, and disrupted wire and rail lines.
The government report shows Oklahoma wheat prospects for May 1 are highly favorable with a crop potential around 35.5 million bushels, up from 17.5 million in 1913, and only 3 percent of planted acreage abandoned. Rye stands at 97, hay at 86, and spring plowing progress hits 87 percent versus a 84 percent average.
I. D. Draughn was held on a 1500 bond after a preliminary hearing before Justice Brown on a bigamy charge. Lena M. De Weese, whom he married at Allen on the 5th, was released on her own recognizance. Draughn could not furnish the bond.
William Shapiro testified in the Second Becker trial about the Rosenthal murder. He recalled a plan among four gunmen to have the chauffeur turn around as police were deemed fixed. Becker challenged the record when his counsel objected. Rose reaffirmed that Becker split from Rosenthal after a gambler balked at $500 profit share.
El Paso May 12 The Constitutionalists plan to press their campaign against San Luis Potosi after Saltillo falls to Villa. Bombardment of Saltillo to begin in three days, according to rebel diplomatic agent Pesquiera. No confirmation of Tampico capture. Carranza leaders see Tampico as crucial to arms import considerations.
Trinidad May 12. Forcible disarmament of strikers, mine guards and other civilians will begin at five p m tomorrow per proclamation by Colonel Lockett of the Eleventh U S Cavalry. Mines closed when the strike began must stay closed during occupation by federal troops.
Reports that Private Parks, an insane soldier who disappeared days ago, was tortured and executed by Federals near Vera Cruz prompted Pentagon and State Department actions. Garrison ordered Gen Funston to seek details from Gen Maas on Parks fate. The State Department urged the Brazilian minister in Mexico City to obtain information from Huerta, warning drastic steps if torture and death are confirmed.
Judge R. L. Williams will address Ada voters Monday at 2 PM on state issues and his gubernatorial candidacy. That evening he speaks at Ross. He seeks a fair hearing and urges all capable voters to attend. He is portrayed as a clean public figure with no proven crookedness by his fiercest opponent.
Judge McKeown ruled in Conger’s favor on the mandamus petition to grant him the office of Commissioner of Accounting and Finance. The court ordered Jones to turnover the office within 24 hours. Counsel argued eligibility and contested votes, but the judge sustained Conger’s claim and barred other defenses.
Al bania, the latest addition to civilized nations, starts with high cost of living. Houses are scarce and a five room dwelling, lacking modern conveniences, rents at $100 a month.
Vera Cruz May 12 The imminent fall of Mexico City prompts three Mexican representatives traveling with their families to the Niagara Falls conference to quit the country and plan to proceed to Europe after peace talks. They say Huerta will make his last stand at Puebla 150 miles from the capital and, if defeated by rebels, will rely on his faithful bodyguards until rescue by American troops arrives.
London May 12 report quotes Huerta in Mexico City saying the enemy will not easily defeat Mexico. He asserts defending national sovereignty and vows to fight to the last. He claims his government may be burned or pulverized but must stay to resist American pressure.
In Washington on May 13 Folk pressed Charles S. Mellen for disclosures on New Haven finances. Mellen promised a full story at 10 tomorrow, with calls for severe penalties for corporate plunder. President Wilson stayed out of the Reynolds ICC clash as millionaire directors were subpoenaed for Monday.
The Stonewall annual school election elected I. H. Strickland Clem Gibson and G. W. Garrett as directors. Prof T. F. Pierce will serve again as Stonewall High principal. Pierce holds a BA and MA from University of Lebanon Ohio and a state life certificate, with two summer terms at the University of Chicago.
The traveling libraries sent out by the University of Oklahoma Extension Division are in high demand across the state. Twenty three libraries or collections are in circulation, each with twelve volumes and university descriptive material. A plan to rotate libraries monthly aims to reach rural readers, while county officials request advance reading, prompting a courthouse library project for officials.
Cotton seed for sale priced at 1 dollar per bushel. Clint Palmer advertises Jackson's Improved or Round Boll seed. Located 3 1/2 miles northwest of Ada. 39-18th pd-
The Monday night rain measured 1.27 inches at Ada and was general in the region. A hard beating storm likely caused minor damage. N. Hughes, formerly of Steedman and now in Holdenville, reported a strong wind that leveled wheat. The rain washed up cotton and a hail storm was reported ten miles north of Holdenville.
The advertisement urges regular use of Meritol Hair Tonic to keep the scalp germ free, claiming germs cause most dandruff and baldness. Ramsey Drug Co. holds exclusive agency and guarantees the product.
Vera Cruz May 13 Americans doubt Consul Silliman is freed from Saltillo jail after Brazilian minister in Mexico City relayed Huerta's claim of release. Some say he may arrive Friday, yet a dozen imprisoned Americans assert he remains jailed and incommunicado. Arch Bishop Mora Del Rio plans secret departure for Rome after denying flight from Huerta.
Indianapolis May 8 The executive committee of the United Mine Workers announced their decision against a general strike of 500 000 miners urged by many locals in protest of Colorado conditions. The statement predicted a victory for the Colorado strikers.
Secretary Garrison said no strike breakers will be employed in Colorado mines not already operating. He noted advertisements for men appear regardless of the Union issue, and warned that bringing strike breakers into districts with many unemployed men could reignite the conflict.
Herkimer New York May 4 Joann Gianini 17 went to trial on a charge of brutally attacking and murdering Lydia Beecher a Poland schoolteacher. Found March 28 near her home the body showed evidence of a criminal attack and motive of revenge. Gianini admitted the crime after strong circumstantial evidence. His lawyers plan to plead insanity.
Washington on May 12 pressure mounted on the Interstate Commerce Commission to stop Mellen from detailing the New Haven’s high finance. A sensational impact in Wall Street is anticipated. The dispute is being debated between the Commission and Reynolds while Solicitor Folk weighs when Mellen may testify, with an unexpected halt in plans arising.
Washington May 13 Jacob Conners recently dismissed as consul at St Petersburg fought private secretary Frank Bauskett in the ante room outside Secretary Bryan's office after being angered by not seeing Bryan.
Advertisement for baby ducks and eggs from prize winning stock. Contact 155 530 EB, 10th St. Phone 155 530 EB. Listing lacks full details but provides item, origin, and contact.
Washington on May 12 reports that Funston says no danger to the water supply at Vera Cruz though Gen Maas is repeatedly said to attack American entrenchments. He adds the city could not be taken by force. Secretary Daniels favors Mexican return to take charge of Lobos Island lighthouse.
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