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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1914
Page
4
The News prints a list of candidates for various offices including Congressman for the 4th District R M Roddie, Justice Robert M Rainey, State Senate J W Davis, and others. It notes Prof Richards may seek higher office later but emphasizes current commitment to education. Discusses Ada school growth and strain on facilities needing relief.
Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a safe alternative to calomel for constipation and biliousness. The product promises no after effects, a pleasant taste, and quick refund if buyers are dissatisfied, with Ramsey Drug Co. guaranteeing satisfaction and a 50 cent price.
A candidate for Pontotoc County Sheriff appeals to voters to judge him by his five year policing record. He cites eighteen months as Deputy Sheriff and two years as Ada Police Chief, urging a detailed examination of deeds over promises and pledging full-time service without favoritism. He notes a 25 year residency and plans an active county-wide campaign with voter outreach.
The Pontotoc Baptist Association will hold its fifth Sunday meeting in Colbert starting Thursday May 28 and continuing Sunday. Delegates will gather in Ada on Thursday and Friday afternoon and be transported to Colbert by conveyances.
Sunday evening Rev. James preached the closing term commencement sermon to a large crowd. Local churches paused for the occasion as the graduating class sat front and center with special music. He urged the youth to press forward despite obstacles toward faithful endeavor and future success.
Notice offers help to sell buy or trade property arrange loans insure against fire or tornado by WILL GUEST at 121 South Broadway. Also lists a Navy recruitment notice for able bodied men 18 to 35 with world travel and Uncle Sam’s expense, advising to see Dr King.
Jhon P. Crawford seeks the Democratic nomination for Representative in Pontotoc County. A two term leader noted for workmanlike progress, he served as floor leader and chaired the impeachment committee, helping purge offices and ease Democratic administration. He sat out two years ago with no opponent in primaries or general election.
Washington D C May 21 crop specialists from the Department of Agriculture urge prompt seed bed preparation and regular cultivation. Begin after planting, then two additional cultivations with a weeder or harrow, diagonally across rows at 45 degrees, then 90 degrees a week later to destroy weeds and loosen soil. The weeder suits loose soils while the section harrow works well on clay. Early cultivation increases land worked and aids thinning or chopping of cotton.
Pennsylvania held its first ever primaries for federal and state offices. Boise Penrose won the Republican nomination for senator while Martin G Brumbaugh led the GOP bid for governor. A Mitchell Palmer topped the Democrats for senator, with Pinchot unopposed on the Washington Progressive line for senator. Democratic governor race saw McCormick and Ryan vie, with early returns unclear.
Militia company of the Texas National Guard issues a formal notice to local ammunition dealers forbidding sale or transfer of arms, ammunition, dynamite or explosives along the border due to the excited condition of the Rio Grande population. The ban cites General Orders and state law, with penalties including store closure and legal action.
Escanaba Michigan May 19 prayers are offered for rain to halt forest fires. The blazes have destroyed Alfred and Lathrop and caused thousands in damage. Communications are down and boats and rafts carry women and children down the Escanaba river as aid requests reach Duluth from the Iron Range.
Researchers state the normal human eye appears blue due to the iris pigments. They note other eye colors arise from varying pigment presence and light scattering within the eye structure.
Sallow complexion is due to a torpid liver. Herbine purifies and strengthens the liver and bowels and restores the rosy bloom of health to the cheek. Price 50c. Sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
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