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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1920
Page
6
An advertisement claims rheumatism pain can be cured by cleansing the blood with S. S. S. It urges readers to remove the disease’s cause rather than rely on lotions or ointments and provides an Atlanta medical contact for advice.
A spiritual manifesto asserting resilience through discipline and optimism. The speaker vows to view trials as growth, let tomorrow bring courage, and claim inner power as an immortal soul unhurt by harm. It emphasizes mastering fate, rising above disappointments, and pursuing higher life through steadfast faith.
Stonewall announces formation of a local ball team with a tryout game against Wapanucka next Sunday. A preliminary roster includes Jimmie McIvoy Paul Mellroy Bob Austelle Claud Ingram Jack Marshall Paul Ingram Clint Miers L P Carpenter Joe Neal Roy Stegall and others. Manager will schedule games with nearby towns and L L McClain of Frisco is appointed official rooter. Sumatra is stated as 13 times the size of Holland.
Colonel A G Worrison head of Oklahoma Army recruitment toured Ada to inspect the local station and discuss efforts with Corporal Hawkins. He noted increased educational and vocational opportunities at camps, recent reassignments of units to Oklahoma, and a pay raise from 20 to 50 percent. Also promotes Liquid Borozone liniment through Bart Smith.
Pontotoc County Sunday school convention gathers in Ada on Sunday May 30 for three sessions at the Methodist church. Leaders include Rev L F Sensabaugh and C H Nichols of Oklahoma City, with Nichols serving as state Sunday School Association secretary and Sensabaugh as Methodist church state secretary.
Bureau of War Risk Insurance announces LD-9 a new circular detailing amendments to the War Risk Act allowing one sum payments on converted insurance and broader beneficiary classes. Former service men can obtain the booklet from the Bureau in Washington or through affiliated organizations and re instate or convert lapsed insurance by submitting LD-8 with two monthly premiums before July 1 1920 or within 18 months after discharge.
Chicago hosts the June 6 nomination, recalling the 1860 Republican gathering that chose Abraham Lincoln. Additions detail the Wigwam venue, key figures Seward and Greeley, the first telegraph use, and Lincoln's eventual unanimous nomination after multiple ballots.
Local peace officers report arrests across Okmulgee Chandler and Ada ending a burglary spree tied to Shaw's Department Store in Ada on May 8. Suspects James Solomon Albert Sanderson Albert Barnes and Geoffrey Wilder facing charges with recovered loot including seventeen silk dresses two silk bolts and a handbag.
A bad sprain heats slowly if not treated with a remedy that penetrates the flesh. Ballard's Snow Liniment is especially adapted for such ailments. Three sizes 30c 60c and 1.20 per bottle. Sold by Bart Smith.
A physician advocates staying in bed for the first twenty four hours of a cold to prevent prolonged distress and serious outcomes. The note recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for prompt recovery and urges daily bowel movement for everyone, sick or well.
Pontotoc County Sunday School Convention program outlines sessions Sunday afternoon with State Supt. C H Nichols and County President A Floyd. Training for Teachers by L F Sensabaugh, committee appointments, youth work, election of officers, and a Monday program. Also notes digestion article and ancient coins in brief.
The advertisement touts a pull power hay press that keeps bales clear of dust and wind, offers a roomy operator position, and delivers bales away from the stack. It features a two stroke design with a low seven inch step over and a reach that avoids slowdowns during baling.
Oklahoma’s Senator Thomas Pryor Gore, the junior U S senator and reelection candidate, will address residents on Ada streets next Saturday clarifying his campaign. Local officials expect turnout and coverage by area press.
A citywide report describes Sheriff capturing FMMET and Morris amid a campaign narrative. Observers note a rally in Ad city, with Bagwell and various speakers referencing rheumatism remedies and a planned return voyage.
A testimonial ad cites Number 40 as a blood purifier that allegedly treated rheumatism catarrh stomach trouble lead poisoning and an itch. The writer says after six bottles his weight rose from 128 to 148 pounds and credits the product with his recovery. Prepared by J C Mendenhall Evanville Indiana a druggist for 40 years and sold by Gwin Mays Drug Co. adv.
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