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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1913
Page
2
Advert shows D.D.D Prescription Eczema remedy promising instant itch relief. Ramsey Drug Co in Ada Oklahoma offers $1 bottle free under guarantee if it does not work. Also reports impeachment trial of Governor Zer with campaign fund contributions testimony from Schiff and Morganthau and court rulings on article challenges.
In Washville on September 24 the Tennessee House faced an uproar as Speaker Stanton adjourned without a roll call. A. L. Todd calmed angry members while McDade and Wilson clashed and the gavel passed amid dueling adjournment motions. The sergeant at arms searched for the speaker as weapons were said to have been drawn and several members were escorted from the chamber.
An old health notice cautions that sedative cough medicines with codeine morphine heroin and similar drugs worsen infections. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe and effective without morphine asserting it clears culture beds for germ diseases and prevents pneumonia.
Athens Ga Sept 25 The hearing on J W Griffin former head of the defunct Athens Trust Banking Co seeking a new trial takes place amid interest due to peculiar circumstances. Griffin was sentenced July 5 to six years and six months for wrecking the bank and the judge spoke with the jury regarding their rights before verdict.
This morning the plate glass front of Ramsey drug store was smashed when a wagon backed across the sidewalk by a team left standing in the street.
Columbus Ohio September 29 The case against Elmer E Galbreath and Charles H Davis former presidents of the Second National Bank of Cincinnati indicted on 28 counts in connection with the bank's troubles was called for trial before Judge Sater in the United States District Court A venue of thirty jurors was drawn from which the jury will be selected
An advertisement extols Dr. King's New Discovery as essential in every home with a 50 cent to 1 dollar price. S. A. Stid of Mason Michigan touts it as curing pneumonia and thousands of families report benefits for coughs and lung troubles. The copy urges readers to buy from druggists and notes Bucklen & Co. ads in Philadelphia and St. Louis weekly papers.
Mrs. Laura Gaines of Avoca La credits Electric Bitters with saving her life after four doctors had given up. The remedy relieves fainting spells backache headaches weakness and kidney trouble. Available 50c and 1.00 at druggists or by mail from H E Bucklen Co. Philadelphia or St. Louis.
Charles Sumner Bird the Progressive candidate for governor announces a brisk campaign tour starting noon Monday from the state house. The Flying Squadron will travel daily until November 3 with nightly rallies and 15 to 18 speeches on many days covering over 100 miles, rain or shine. Sundays are rest days.
Prostrating headaches and bearing down pains in women are eased by Dr Simmons Squaw Wine. It targets the cause, restores regularity, aids digestion, and rebuilds strength and cheer. Price one dollar per bottle, sold by Gwin Mays Drug Co.
Retail shop seeks buyer due to other interests. Established, steady income with quick payoff. Contact W. F. Shaw Ada 226 tw pd for details.
Albany reports progress as Gov. Sulzer’s impeachment trial widens with testimony from banker Jacob Schiff about a $2,500 campaign gift. The court allows admission of campaign contribution evidence, while officials note unaccounted funds and bring in witnesses including Louis Sarecky and Judge Conlan. Sulzer’s campaign efforts implicate brewing interests and Tammany Hall connections.
An advertisement touts Dr Hobson’s Eczema Ointment as penetrating and purifying for the skin. It promises rapid healing of eczema rashes ringworm tetter and other eruptions and notes a doctor’s prescription status and price of 50 cents.
Washington announces that tariff bill conferees could not agree on the Clarke amendment or the Smith Lever Burleson plan for a 50 cent per bale tax on cotton futures. A report of disagreement will be sent to Congress while a compromise plan gains southern backing for future delivery specifications and grade delivery. Senator Simmons and Rep Underwood stayed briefed after White House talks with President Wilson.
Notice asks all indebted parties to settle with C H Rives at M and P State Bank when the paper matures. Also includes an advertisement for Darbys Prophylactic Fluid with uses for sore throat skin care and wound cleaning priced at 50 cents per bottle sold by Gwin Mays Drug Co.
New York witnesses summoned as coroner opens inquest into the death of Representative Timothy D. Sullivan known as Big Tim. Sullivan had endured mental illness and disappeared after a European trip before his mangled body was found on a Bronx railroad crossing. District Attorney Whitman ordered investigation amid murder rumors.
Jas R Hounshell, Ada post office mailing clerk for five years, transfers to railway service and will crew the Fort Worth to Oklahoma City Santa Fe run. His start is notable for a regular assignment on first appointment, reflecting top civil service exam scores. He leaves for Fort Worth to report, and he and his wife will reside in Oklahoma City.
An unsolicited testimonial asserts long term relief from chronic dyspepsia using Chamberlain's Tablets. The speaker W G Mattison from Hornellsville New York states the tablets gave more help than any other medicine. Sold by all dealers.
For sale or trade a combined store and residence at Portland Park, Ada. Seller accepts cash or farm land. Contact M. L. Cope in Ada.
Advertisement notes a nearly new No 6 Reeves saw mill for sale in Ada Oklahoma. Prospective buyers are advised to write or phone W T Tarkenton to discuss terms. The notice is a brief classified sale item from a historical page.
A directory listing multiple Ada Oklahoma professionals including doctors lawyers and dentists. Entries include Dr C A Thomas veterinary surgeon Dr G A Akers physician Dr J W Wimbish physician attorneys Galbraith Epperson Maxey Castleberry Cummings and others with office locations and phone numbers.
Norman Okla Sept 24 More than 700 students enrolled by end of the second registration day at the University of Oklahoma, surpassing last year’s first two day total. About 313 are new students signaling a record freshmen class, with the medical school leading gains. The freshmen sopho more class prepares for the annual class scrap as first chapel exercises set for Wednesday morning with President Stratton D Brooks.
They describe Chamberlain's Tablets as producing a pleasant purgative effect and improving body and mind, making one feel joyful. Sold by all dealers.
The National Baseball Commission ruled the World Series between the New York club and the Philadelphia Americans start in New York on October 7 if New York wins the National League pennant. Umpires named are Connolly Egan Klein and Rigler.
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