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Newspaper

Ada Weekly News

Location

Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1920

Page

7

Washington Sees Bolshevik Finish Near in Russia

An Associated Press report from Washington notes officials of the state department believe Bolshevism in Russia is nearing its end and a new stable government may form soon. Zemstovs are seen as capable of maintaining order, while General Wrangel gains support and expands control, subdividing estates to distribute land to peasants. There is speculation he could lead a new government if Bolshevism falls.

Associated Press Washington Russia State Department Department Zemstovs General Wrangel General Wrange

Lorain Oven Heat Regulator Demonstrated in Nowata

The Lorain Oven Heat Regulator was shown at Coffman, ee & Sparks store in Nowata during a two day demonstration. The device promises regulated heat for gas stoves, enabling baking, cooking and boiling without continued supervision, reducing kitchen drudgery and supporting woman’s time for social and mental pursuits.

Nowata Hardware Company Nowata Lorain Coffman, Ee & Sparks

McFadden warns on gold output threaten ing gold standard

Washington Oct 12 Chairman McFadden of the house banking committee warns that declining US gold production risks undermining the gold standard during a credit restriction campaign. He notes industrial use and imports drain stocks, cites $20.67 gold price vs rising costs, and calls for a $10 an ounce tax to aid producers.

Washington McFadden House Banking Committee Congress Drts United States

Car in A-11 condition for sale or trade

A good five passenger car in A 11 condition offered for sale or trade for equity in a small farm. Contact by phone 60.

Fitzhugh Organizes a Cox Roosevelt Club

In Fitzhugh on October 7 the Democrats met to form a Cox Roosevelt club with 31 charter members and plans to recruit more. Officers elected were Dr. L. M. Overton chairman, J. A. Hart secretary, and W. A. Oliphant treasurer. The community views election as a major topic this year.

Fitzhugh Cox-Roosevelt Club L. M. Overton J. A. Hart W. A. Oliphant

Burk's Style Shop Fur Coats and Silk Underwear

Burk's Style Shop advertises fur coats for sale and a pretty line of furs along with a nice selection of silk underwear. Sale details and pricing not provided.

Burk’s Style Shop Burk’s

Democrats Organize Cox Roosevelt-Ferris Club for Ada

A Cox Roosevelt club for Ada was organized at a county courthouse meeting. Officers were elected and plans laid for Democratic ticket success in Ada and Pontotoc county. President Mrs. Leonard Braley. Vice President Dr Linschied. Secretary Dr Laird. Treasurer Luther E. Franklin.

Ada Pontotoc County Leonard Braley Doctor Linschied the Normal Doctor Laird Luther E. Franklin Court House R. C. Roland A. W. Wadlington Tom Hope J. W. Ollen C. A. Galbraith W. H. Ebey Marvin Brown McSwain Theater

Henry Rogers Faces Three Criminal Charges in Court

Henry Rogers appeared before Justice Joe Anderson charged with grand larceny impersonating an officer and carrying a concealed weapon. Bond set at $1000 pending hearing. Information filed by Paul Whitehead alleges Rogers accosted him seized a revolver under color of authority and concealed it on his person. The gun valued at $365. County attorney optimistic about convictions on all counts.

Henry Rogers Joe Anderson Rogers Paul Whitehead Whitehead Anderson

Herbine Tonic and Laxative Advertisement

A quick acting tonic and laxative promises to remove bilious impurities and restore internal health. Sold by Hensler and Story with a price of 60 cents.

Hensler & Story

Kidnapper Leads Officers to Child's Murder Scene

Auguste Pasquale, the self confessed kidnapper of Blakely Coughlin, guided Captain Gearhart of the state police to a spot along the Schuylkill river below Norristown where, he said, the child's body was dumped. A diver recovered a piece of rail and string he claimed linked to the child. Major Adams reported the statement.

Associated Press Harrisburg Auguste Pasquale Blakely Coughlin Captain Gearhart Schuylkill River Norristown Major Adams

Get Your Feet Fitted In A Pair Of J2s

Burk''s Style Shop advertises 1914 footwear fitting service for J2s shoes inviting customers to visit for sizing and purchase in a local retail notice.

Burk'’s

Shawnee Cancels Paving Contract with Oklahoma City Firm

Shawnee city council cancelled the May 5 contract with an Oklahoma City construction company for paving five miles of streets. The agreement required starting within thirty days, but work did not commence, prompting the cancellation.

Shawnee Construction Company of Oklahoma City

Prickly Ash Bitters Offered For Digestive Ailments

Advertises Prickly Ash Bitters as a remedy for bloating sour risings heartburn dizziness and constipation. Claims it is exactly suited for such disorders. Price listed at 1.50 per bottle and sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co.

Gwin & Mays Drug Co

Private ownership of roads costs more

Inter state Commerce Commissioner Wooley told the Chicago gathering that six months of private railroad operations cost taxpayers more than two years and two months of federal control. He cited 902 million dollars as the federal control cost to date and warned of excess maintenance charges in the carriers' reports.

Associated Press Chicago Interstate Commerce Wooley National Association of Ice Cream Manufacturers Interstate Commerce Commission

Coolidge to Tour Southern States for Republicans

New York October 13 Governor Coolidge Republican vice presidential candidate will begin from Washington October 17 on a tour of Kentucky Tennessee North Carolina Virginia West Virginia and Maryland ending in Baltimore October 24 Announcement from Republican national headquarters lists accompanying travelers Morrow London and Jobe Hedges Also advertisement Burk's Style Shop promotes suits from 34.50 to 119.50 with Val Dyne and Dave Tyne on sale.

New York Coolidge Washington Kentucky Tennessee North Carolina Virginia West Virgina Maryland Baltimore Morrows London Illinois Jobe Hedges Burk Val Dyne Dave Tyne

Servants Quarters Destroyed By Fire

Fire at the J. A. Seales home 226 East Seventeenth Street yesterday afternoon damaged the servants quarters and caused about 100 dollars in losses. A break in the water line hindered the response and sparks from wind ignited the adjacent roof at 225 East Sixteenth Street but was quickly controlled. No cause could be determined.

J. A. Seales East Seventeenth Street R. W. Allen East Sixteenth Street

Cotton Market Report from Ada Cotton Exchange Oct 13 1920

Ada Cotton Exchange provides New Orleans and New York cotton quotes for Oct 13 1920 with Open High Low Close figures for Oct 20 Dec and Mar futures. The notice also promotes a special sale on children’s garments at Burk's Style Shop with in store dates and location.

New Orleans New York Burk’s Tamer Center

Harding Opens His Southern Campaign

In Chattanooga Tennessee Senator Harding opened his southern speaking campaign with a Civil War landmarks tour. His special train arrived this morning and a mobile trip to Missionary Ridge Lookout Mountain and Chickamauga followed by a Signal Mountain picnic luncheon was planned.

Associated Press Chattanooga Tenn Harding

Tin shop moves next to Gregg's Mule Barn

J. C. Emerson announces relocation of his tin shop to a new neighbor business beside Gregg's Mule Barn. The notice provides the phone number 1044 for contact, dated 10 14.

Gregg J. C. Emerson

Property for sale in Pontotoc county inland town

General merchandise stock including dry goods shoes hats and groceries. Store building 18 by 32 four room cottage on one acre with fruit gardens barn garage and outbuildings. Located in a good town with high school churches and neighborhood. Bargain for business entry with 60 acres of black land adjoining. See Cowling Carpenter phone 502.

Pontotoc County Cowling &Carpenter

For Sale 120 Acres Near Ada Oklahoma

Historical classified listing describes 120 acres black prairie land near Ada with 90 acres cultivated and proximity to school store and post office. Priced at 75 dollars per acre with easy terms. owner J. G. Witherspoon. Date October 14, 1921.

J. G. Witherspoon Ada Oklahoma

Ada Women Call End To Badger Fighting In Ada

Ada Oklahoma October 12 1920 the Ladies Auxiliary to the Chamber of Commerce adopted a resolution condemning badger fighting as unclean vulgar and harmful to civic morals. They urge private indulgence avoid publicity and endorse local editorials condemning gambling on baseball as harmful to youth. A copy goes to the Ada Evening News and into meeting minutes.

Ber of Commerce Ada Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Ada Evening News

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