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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1914
Page
10
Desperate fighting rages before Saltillo as Villa reportedly defeats a Federal force at Paredon with 500 prisoners taken, machine guns and ammunition seized. Dispatch from Isidor Fabela notes heavy casualties and possible delays in front-line communication, with Carranza returning to Durango.
Workers excavating for a large saw mill along the Washita river unearthed four skeletons likely a man a woman a half grown youth and a small child. Skulls between leg bones suggest they were seated at death and crushed skulls imply murder. The site lies in a wild timbered Washita bottoms area. Wynnewood May 19. Mrs J E Carr died here after a short illness wife of a prominent local farmer stockman and property owner. funeral held at residence.
Funeral services for Mrs. M B Donaghey were held at the family home and she was laid to rest at Rosedale cemetery. Rev C B James led the service with a large attendance and tributes from Woodmen Circle and Uniform Bank of the W O W. Relatives from out of town attended including Mrs C C Atwood and daughter Lizzie Atwood of Oklahoma, and Mr W W Eaton of Stonewall Oklahoma. The family expresses thanks for support during her long illness and death.
Washington May 19 The United States is in better health than ever and inhabitants live longer. Census figures for 1913 show a death rate of 14.1 per thousand, a reduction of one in eight compared with the average ten years ago.
W. C. Rollow advertises binder twine and hay ties for sale with a May 21 delivery or event, inviting buyers to place orders. The brief notice emphasizes ready availability and local supply.
New York on May 18 Becker told Charles Plitt his press agent to kill Rose if anything happened. District Attorney Whitman said Becker refused a guilty plea to a lesser murder charge. Plitt testified Becker urged an alibi for the Rosenthal night saying you’ll know why tomorrow.
Washington reports say Provisional President Huerta empowered Mexican mediation delegates to resign if required to settle peace negotiations. Dispatches from Mexico City cite a diplomat source confirming leaders were told to discuss results on Tampico and Vera Cruz and that Huerta would step down if necessary.
Judge Ben Lindsey led Ludlow battle survivors in Washington to urge the president to keep federal troops in Colorado. He described the massacre in graphic terms, recounting a father finding his missing son and a severed head, and mothers killed while seeking their babies as they faced brutal mutilation.
A sixteen year old African American boy, son of L. J. D. Young, was struck and killed by a southbound Katy passenger train near the Little Sandy bridge a half mile north of the station. Witnesses say he lay on the track unaware of approaching danger. an inquest was held with sheriff and county attorney present.
In this Pierce County Tribune notice the author warns readers about traveling clothing peddlers selling suits at inflated prices. It promotes supporting local merchants who offer comparable or quicker access to desired goods and keep money circulating within the community.
Mrs. F. H. Trubus of Springville New York reports six years of relief from a disordered liver using Chamberlains Tablets. The medicine is said to act quickly and provide the desired relief. Sold by all dealers.
United Press dispatch from Niagara Falls reports AB C mediators and Mexican and U S representatives meeting to set a general plan of procedure for peace talks. Optimism centers on Argentina's Naoa as talks begin with separate Mexican and American delegations to follow. Special lines link Washington to Bryan in room talks while Chilean minister Suarez may arrive soon with focus on Mexican oil and land holdings and peon land rights amid rebel risk. Elguero named guardian of those interests and a director in several oil-related companies.
In view of a looming cotton seed famine farmers face shortages as seed is scarce. P A Norris has secured a car of cotton seed to be sold to farmers Friday and Saturday, offering relief to cotton raisers and the broader community in this Oklahoma region.
The Oklahoma Portland Cement Co offers 52 yearling and two-year-old mules for sale to farmers wanting to pair with existing stock or form a new team. Apply at the quarry. May 21.
When a baby overfeeds, digestion suffers with indigestion sourness and vomiting. Bowel involvement brings colic pain and diarrhea. McGees Baby Elixir is a wholesome remedy for stomach and bowel troubles in infants. Price 25c and 50c per bottle. Sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
Patral May 19 Gen Chao former governor of Chihuahua is bitter toward Villa and rumors say he plots with General Luis Herrera to overthrow Villa after Saltillo and deny him the prestige of capturing Mexico City.
Despite severe weather, Col W O Pratt district manager of the W O W organized a Pontotoc County county logrolling association meeting. Representatives from most camps attended and officers were chosen with plans for monthly gatherings at Lula on the 30th. State Manager R L Forgan and Assistant Manager J A Edwards spoke, and members accepted an invitation to Empress theatre after the session.
Indigestion and appetite loss claim Electric Bitters improve digestion and appetite, said to cleanse the system and restore well being. Mr T D Peeble reports stomach trouble relief after use. Available 50c and 1.00 from druggists. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve mentioned for eczema. French officers test an armoured plane with a machine gun above the motor.
Senators Gore and Owen secured a provision in the Indian appropriation bill for a $100 per capita payment to the Chickasaws and Choctaws. If enacted, the sum would be a substantial boon to Oklahoma’s tribal people, reflecting justice as the money returns to the Indians before the current generation ages.
Mrs A L Luckie of Rochester New York suffered sick headache and despondency from a weakened stomach before using Chamberlains Tablets. She found them pleasant mild and effective and within weeks she was restored to her former health. For sale by all dealers.
Judge R L Williams, Democratic governor candidate, arrived by Katy train and was met by many supporters. A sidewalk reception followed, then a full district court room address impressed attendees. Judge McKeown introduced him as the Andrew Jackson of Oklahoma.
The government egg demonstration car toured the Katy depot all day drawing many visitors. Demonstrators lectured on egg care and reducing losses in Oklahoma estimated at 2,000,000 dollars annually. Lessons in candling and handling eggs were explained. The effort aims to boost producer prices and consumer value. Attending were H. C. Pierce, H. L. Shrader, W. C. Kilpatrick, and H. J. Sullivan, with headquarters in Philadelphia.
Oklahoma City may 19 officials expect no immediate appointment to the Supreme Court vacancy caused by Justice Russell’s death. Rumors point to Jesse M. Hatchett Durant district judge or W R S Bleakmore Carter county attorney Ardmore as likely choices for the remainder of the current year.
City commissioners met Tuesday to fill offices. Leslie Maxey was elected city attorney after five ballots. John Ralls named chief of police and Kit Guest kept on night force with Sam Hargis Jr filling the other patrol post. Dr. J R Craig elected city physician after four ballots. No changes in the fire department.
Farmers should apply at the county office for seed sources as demand rises and more seed must be shipped. Elmo Ellis, agent of the U S Department of Agriculture, urges immediate applications to estimate required quantities. Office location is over Ada Hardware Co.
Claims a universal cure for all skin diseases with a full refund if unsatisfied. Promises wonderful results and successful treatment of cases unresponsive to other methods. Urges readers to ask their local druggist about the product.
List of marriage licenses showing applicants and ages, including E A Burgess Maxwell 26 and Ger trude Van Horn Maxwell 16, J O Justus Francis 20 and Mary J Stephens Francis 19, Dee Griffin Franks 21 and Lee Sherrill Franks 21, G E Harrington Steedman 45 and N B Seeley Steedman 44, A A Harris Roff 22 and Bessie Wooded Roff 18, J L Davis Stonewall 21 and Tennie Horn Stonewall 18, Jess Wilcoxson Francis 21 and Juanita Dennis Francis 19.
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