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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1912
Page
4
Ada Oklahoma officials hunt Dollie Yossett to inform her of Port Arthur Louisiana death of her brother. He was shot and died from injuries with body to be shipped to Ada for burial. Further details withheld.
In Lexington Kentucky a statewide Democratic rally and barbecue featured Champ Clark Senator Tom Gore Senator John Kern and Ollie James among speakers. Special trains and a parade brought crowds from across the state with up to 100000 people at Woodland Park for speeches and a barbecue.
If you knew the real value of Chamberlains ointment for lame back soreness of the muscles sprains and rheumatic pains you would never wish to be without it. For sale by all dealers.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve linked to childhood memories of cures for burns boils scalds and cuts. Forty years of use attests merit. Unrivaled for piles corns or cold sores. Available now at Ramsey Drug Company for 85 cents.
The Pontotoc County Medical Society held its first regular meeting September 17 at 8 p m in the offices of Drs Castleberry and Cummings. The organization was perfected and the group plans monthly 7 p m gatherings at the same location inviting out of town physicians to affiliate. DARBY'S PROPHYLACTIC FLUID advertised as fever reliever and wound healer at 50 cents a bottle, sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co.
The Love Rucker murder trial jury was completed after 18 new jurors were added. Judge McKeown presides as witnesses recount Dr Love’s statements and the alleged motives amid testimony from doctors, a nurse, a hospital superintendent, and a Hugo attorney about events surrounding the case.
Ada musician John H. Kaiser, a top Oklahoma league player, launches two songs The Big League Chief and Isle of Honeymoon, praised by the Baseball Magazine editor and local News staff as promising hits. The article highlights his dual talent as athlete and songwriter.
Nervous weak discouraged women with long standing ailments may find relief in quick restoration of health and vigor. Dr Simmon’s Squaw Wine claims to quiet inflammation ease pain and strengthen the body. Price one dollar per bottle sold by Gwin and Mays Drug Co.
Foot powder from Rexall promises relief for tender feet caused by tight shoes sweat and long standing. The ad guarantees satisfaction or full refund of 25 cents, with antiseptic soothing formula claims to ease nerves and related pains, offered at Gwin & Mays Drug Co 121 W Main St.
Paving contractors work on Main Street to finish the Frisco right of way. Delays occurred when a concrete bridge was installed and the road remained busy during earlier construction.
The public trusts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy based on personal experience with cures of colic diarrhoea and dysentery. For sale by all dealers.
Rome marks the 42nd anniversary of Italian troops entering the city and the fall of papal rule. Immense crowds visit Porta Pia where Italian forces entered, as monuments to Victor Emmanuel Garibaldi Cavour Mazzini and other leaders are adorned with flowers.
Advertises a cough and lung remedy for throat and chest illnesses. Claims thousands relocate for health but offers Dr King’s New Discovery as a home cure. Promises relief for coughs colds grip croup and whooping cough with 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes. Ramsey Drug Co guarantees trial bottle fee.
The Dascomb-Daniels Lumber Co. vs. G. Miller et al. ended with a verdict of 500 dollars plus 192.44 dollars. The Hocker vs. Bragg suit verdict favored the plaintiff at 1781 dollars. Farmers State Bank v. Frank Winters is on trial.
Houston reports the death of a famed hobo known as A No. 1 the king of hoboes who traveled from Maine to California and wore his moniker on trains and water tanks. He slipped from a passenger train and was ground to pieces by the heavy coach as Chicago White and an old Priest found him near the tracks.
The document shows No. 1's signature in the News press room dated November 30, 1909. The note indicates the signer was traveling northeast at that time.
The Ada News urges readers to subscribe now for next year to keep up with home events and offers a club deal with the Dallas Semi-Weekly Farm News for one year. Both papers cost $1.75, delivering three papers weekly for wholesome up to date reading.
Thursday evening the Elks were surprised by a group of their ladies who showered them with useful articles to make their quarters more comfortable and homelike. About sixty attendees enjoyed the merry gathering into the late hours.
I Harris runs a growing store that stays current with stock and prices, maintaining a liberal advertising approach. A loyal customer base is highlighted by the saying Once a customer, always a customer.
Clovis Maxwell ten months old died Tuesday morning September 17 after a brief illness from bowel trouble. The infant was buried beside its mother who had died earlier. Francis Wigwam reports the family sorrow.
A. F. Cowling of Stonewall Oklahoma offers a first mortgage and clear abstract to secure a loan at a low rate for five years. Money ready now with no delay.
M. E. Leaner of Bartlapville representing the Texas Pipe Line Co visited Ada. The Ada strike and bright prospects for developing a field nearby attract oil people from all sections. It is reasonable to predict many quiet visits will mean wells in a short time.
Deputy Sheriff G T Harrell from Steedman drafted an alleged violator of the prohibitory law and began a county wide crackdown. Reports indicate the action is stirring activity in the area as the effort continues.
The Madox Drug Company purchases stock in Ponayo Drug Co of Kansas City Missouri and East Orange New Jersey for 75000 dollars. Ponayo is a cooperative with one retailer per town holding stock and exclusive city sales rights. They manufacture a full line of remedies with a one for each ailment slogan and guarantee money back if not satisfied.
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