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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1912
Page
7
Frisco will establish a demonstration farm near Ada by the railroad. F S White agricultural commissioner for the Frisco railroad will address Pontotoc county citizens at City Hall Tuesday at 7 30 PM urging support for the plan as agricultural interests are the region's chief foundation and deserve encouragement.
In spacious quarters, S. M. Shaw showcases a large stock built up over time. He runs a thriving business with a wide variety of goods and has consistently advertised, reflecting his steady commercial growth.
All those with torpid liver weak digestion or constipated bowels should take Dr Simmons Liver Medicine to improve liver function and stomach purification. The remedy is sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co at 25 cents per package.
The State Board of Agriculture asks for farm product displays from Oklahoma for the International Exhibition at Lethbridge Canada. They request the largest apple and potato west of the 98th meridian along the Rock Island line, largest watermelon, best sheafs of hard wheat barley flax alfalfa, grasses, jelly and fruit in glass by farm women, and best fodder corn. A special train departs Oklahoma City September 28 to visit Colorado Springs Glacier National Park Portland Seattle and Vancouver for a low fare. Write Marke Woodson, State Board of Agriculture, Oklahoma City Okla for details.
Unofficial returns from 45 of 62 counties show Republican nominations shifting as Las Animas and Huerfano counties cut into Progressive leads. C C Parks gains governor regular nomination. M D Vincent leads long term senate. In the Democratic race Alva Adams backs Shafroth for senate. E M Timmons leads Tynan for governor by about 10,000 votes.
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An advertisement touts HER BINE as a liver correctant that purifies the system and boosts vitality to remove yellow skin pimples and facial blemishes. The drug is sold by the Ramsey Drug Co for 50 cents.
Ada resident W H Buster a barber at 222 13th St says Doan's Kidney Pills relieved his back pains and weak kidneys after trying the remedy. The testimonial promotes Doan's as a proven kidney treatment sold by all dealers for 60 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole U S agents.
R E Brians of Allen arrived for a morning business visit and spoke with local contacts during the trip.
Currie and Duncan Attorneys at Law will practice in all the courts with offices in the Reed-Douglass Building. Epperson and Kuddie Attorneys at Law have a notary in office and an office in the Steed Building. Drs Granger and Granger, dentists, list a residence phone 259 and office phone 212 with offices in the Steed Building.
In Ellis county Texas the Italy district built fifty one miles of white rock gravel road at an average 1800 per mile. The packed middle and graded ditches handle rain runoff well. Mayor J M Parker led the project amid initial skepticism. heavy rains confirmed the quality, no steam roller or crushed rock used, bonds totaling about 1 million dollars support the effort. Gins haul 4000 to 6000 pounds of seed over the roads.
Swellings from inflammation cold fractures toothache neuralgia or rheumatism can be relieved by applying Ballard's Snow Liniment. Rub in over the affected part for healing and penetrating action that eases pain reduces swelling and restores natural condition. Prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Ramsey Drug Company sells it.
The Pontotoc county exhibit work for the Oklahoma State Fair progresses smoothly with T. C. Cullins in charge inviting all residents to view the display. J F Reily reports Katy railroad will ship fruit grain vegetables or other farm products from Oklahoma points to Oklahoma City free of charge when exhibited at the fair.
The Hickory Journal reports Sulphur may receive federal matching funds if it raises 17500 for sewers, with 35000 from the government for Platt National Park improvements. Voters fear East and West Side clash over sewer runoff before any unified vote.
Classified notice seeking a reasonable young Jersey milk cow. Respond with offers to Box 18, Pltshus.
Former Iowa congressman William P. Hepburn quotes in the Des Moines Tribune saying he will back only Roosevelt supporters. He notes Republicans will "knife" Roosevelt loyal legislators and the third term party will retaliate against Taft men, as voters drift to Democrats for relief.
Advert says the oiniment proves valuable for lame backs, muscle soreness, sprains and rheumatic pains and is available from all dealers.
The Surprise store crew works hard to ready goods for the fall rush and Mr Simpson aggressively promotes the items. Readers are urged to watch the store’s advertisements for details.
If your child appears pale and sick, nose picking, and teeth grinding at night, this ad claims worms cause the symptoms. It promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as a cure that clears parasites and restores health. Price is 25 cents per bottle, sold by Ramsey Drug Co.
Gen Brant Kirk of Oklahoma City has been named editor of the Altus Democrat. He ran for U S senator and for governor in the last state Democratic primaries. He is active in the Sons of Confederate Veterans organization.
A bridge will be built this season on Blue one mile east and one south of the Laxton school house near Newt Trout's place. Two locations were considered but disinterested parties chose the final site, providing farmers in the area with a better road to Roff and Fitzhugh.
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