Democratic state ticket named for Oklahoma's new start
The Democratic convention announced nominees for state offices including Governor C N Haskell Muskogee Lieutenant Governor George Bella my El Reno and Secretary of State M Cross Oklahoma City Major races for state treasurer James Wenslee and superintendent E D Cameron were listed with other officials. The insurance commissioner contest remained close with Burke favored over McCamp. The resolutions committee report passed unanimously and nominations for U S Senators followed with Gore and Owen named. Reorganization of the state committee kept Thompson as chairman and Chapman as secretary.
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George Bellamy
el Reno
Okla
M. Cross
Oklahoma City
M. E. Trapp
Guthrie
Emee Acates
Eee
Enid
James Wenslee
Carnegie
E. D. Cameron
Sulphur
I. T
Charles A. Taylor
Pond Creek
Pete Hanraty
Kingfisher
Samuel W. Hayes
Chickasha
R. L. Williams
Durant
John B. Turner
Thomas H. Owen
Muskogee
George A. Henshaw
Madill
E. J. Giddings
Morian Prueitt
Pauls Valley
Thomas Owen
W. H. Murray
Owen
C. B. Ames
Committee On
Billups
United States
Royer. Hoffman
Chandler
T. P. Gore
Lawton
Gore
C. H. Pittman
Robert L. Owen
Indian Territory
W. W. Hastngs
Tahlequah
Owen Thomas Smith
C. N. Haskell
Henry §. Johnson
Perry
D. C
Democratic State Committee
Chamber of Commerce
Joseph B. Thompson
W. A. Chapman
Oklahoma Democratic State Convention Proceedings Reported
The Oklahoma City Democratic state convention convened Tuesday in the convention hall to ratify primary nominations. W J Bryan addressed the gathering en route from Chickasha to Bartlesville, asserting the constitution should be adopted. A temporary organization was formed with W H Murray of Tishomingo as chairman and W T Fields of El Reno as secretary before adjournment for dinner.
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Committee On
E. J. Giddings
Oklahoma City
William J. Bryan
State ” Committee
J. R. Keaton
Trade with dependencies doubles US exports in four years
Washington reports US exports to outlying islands and possessions near 150 million for the fiscal year ending this month, up from 100 million in 1903. Shipments to noncontinuous territories rise about 86 to 87 percent in ten months, while foreign trade grows more slowly. Receipts from territories climb about 24 percent. foreign imports rise 38 percent.
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Washington
United States
Jersey Cat Farm Opens Near Collinsville
The Jersey Cat Farm, the newest industry in this region, lies about eight miles west of Collinsville on the Cherokee and Osage nation line. It houses nearly 600 cats of all kinds and descriptions.
Public Lands Convention Opens in Denver With Delegates
About one thousand delegates attended the opening session of the public lands convention in Denver called by Governor Buchtel. Oklahoma’s delegation led by Governor Frantz announced support for the president's policies. Interior Secretary Garfield and officials Pinchot Newell Ballinger were in attendance to outline the administration plan.
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Denver
Public Lands Convention
Buchtel
Colorado
General Assembly
Oklahoma
Frank Frantz
James R. Garfield
the Interior
Roosevelt
Gifford Pinchot
Forestry Department
F. H. Newell
Reclamation Service
Richard A. Ballinger
General Land Office
Red Fork Sees New Gas Rates To Aid Manufactories
City officials report potential producers within three miles of Red Fork could gain access to more than 1e million feet of gas daily, with current wells supplying nearby towns. Local plans include lowering gas prices to two cents per thousand feet for iron steel and wood working factories within sixty days.
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Oklahoma City
Shawnee
Guthrie
F. O.'Brown
Red Fork
Rumored Deal Ties Waters Pierce to Texas Co
Persistent rumors among oil men claim a deal in St Louis would have Waters Pierce Oil swap Texas interests with John W Gates guiding the Texas company. Observers see Texas and Standard collaboration amid Gulf Pipe Line activity and large Indian Territory storage, aiming for a common daily market as pipelines expand.
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Tulsa
Texas Company
Waters Pierce Oil Company
Texas
St. Louis
H.clay Pierce
Waters Pierce
John W. Gates
Gates
Southwest
Standard
Gulf Pipe Line Company
Gulf
Indian Territory
iStandard
Shawnee Potatoes Farmers Hold Crop For Better Price
Shawnee growers in Pottawatomie County withhold their potato crop saying 55 cents per bushel per car load is too low. They report a smaller yet good yield and demand a higher price before selling.
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Pottawatomie County
Comanche County Boasts Superior Asparagus Industry
Comanche county claims it has finer asparagus beds than Colorado or California and asserts asparagus farming is the most profitable industry. The text presents the county as confident in its produce and economic value.
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Comanche County
Colorado
California
Midland Valley Sold Rumor Bids Santa Fe Purchase
In Muskogee circulating rumors claim the Midland Valley Railroad may sell to Santa Fe for about 21 million dollars with prior reports of a 15 million offer. The Glend pool oilfield boosts Midland traffic with daily trains to Corsicana and Port Arthur as negotiations reportedly continue.
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Muskogee
Santa Fe
Midland Valley Railroad Company
Te Salita Fe
Longest Oklahoma district petition filed in court record
In Oklahoma City attorney John H. Wright files an 711 page petition for A. M. DeBolt against Rock Island railroad seeking 11048.38 for alleged coal overcharges from Indian Territory mines over three years. The document is described as resembling a supreme court brief and notes district court clerk C. E. Hunter as the filing official.
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Oklahoma City
District’ Court
Oklahoma
District ‘Court
C. E. Hunter
John H. Wright
A. M. DeBolt
Rock Island’ Railroad
Indian Territory
Supreme Court
Oklahoma Farmers Union to vote by mail for state officers
The Farmers' Union of Oklahoma and Indian Territory mails ballots to over a hundred thousand members. State officers listed include J A West president Pauls Valley I T and B C Hansen secretary treasurer Shawnee Okla. Elections rely on a referendum vote, with results announced thirty days before the August 20 state convention in Shawnee.
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Oklahoma
Indian Territory
India
Homa
Aye
Union of America
J. A. West
Pauls Valley
I. T
E. Duffey
Lexington
Okio
B. C. Hansen
Shawnee
Okla
C. C. Lee
Granite
J. D. Erwin
Snyder
E. C. Sullivan
Ada
J. T
W. J. Clark
Okarche
J. A. Parkinson
Sibony
M. B. Brown
Cordell
O. H. Mathews
Tupelo
T. I. Ingram
Sapulpa
Tornado Hits Oil Pools in Indian Territory City
A Saturday night tornado blasted Tulsa area oil facilities. Lightning struck large tanks at Prairie Oil and Gas and Quaker Oil and Gas pools plus a Victor Oil and Gas site. The Glenn pool fire raged with damage expected over a half million dollars. No deaths reported though some injuries. Hundreds watched the blaze.
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Indian Territory
Tulsa
Amages
Prairie Oil and Gas Company
Quaker Oil and Gas Company
Victor Oil and Gas Company
Glenn Pool
Shawnee Parks Compared With World Beauty
Shawnee's parks stand out for beauty and variety, rivaling renowned green spaces worldwide. Residents and visitors note lush landscapes, expansive trails, and well maintained facilities that highlight the area's natural charm.
County Attorney Says Arrest Likely in Welborn Murder
County Attorney S H Reed returns from Geary to announce the murderer’s identity has been found and an arrest will be made soon. A jurisdiction dispute arises as to whether the crime occurred in Blaine or Canadian County with the body moved to the final location.
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Reed
Welborn
EL Reno
S. H. Reed
Geary
Forest Welborn
Will Bey
Blaine
Canadian County
New Society at Muskogee Organizes Local Law and Order League
The Muskogee Law and Order league has been organized with officers including B. F. Wood as president and Z. T Walrond as vice president. Other officers listed are O. BE. Goddard W. R. Whitesides A. M. Young H. L. Rose secretary A. F. McGarr treasurer and H. C. Thurnidiid council.
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New Society
Muskogee Muskogee
Muskogee
Johnson grass invades fields from Texas seed and hay
Johnson grass, described as obnoxious, is spreading across Oklahoma farms. Seed from Texas and hay used for bedding stock are the main sources, with growth along railroad rights of way. The grass is hard to eradicate and must be grubbed and roots burned.
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Enid
Oklahoma
Texas
Wild West Showers Downplay Danger in Idaho
In Idaho a traveling wild west show hires riders at high pay for a stunt that fakes being thrown from horses and dragged by the foot. After practice one rider asks if it is dangerous. the show rep replies the salary continues regardless.
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Idaho
Lippincott’s
Salmon River Meadows
New Board of Trustees Leads New York Life Reorganization
The New York Life Insurance Company elects Darwin P. Kingsley as president and Thomas A. Buckner as first vice president under the Armstrong laws. Wm. E. Ingersoll and Rufus W. Weeks are named among second vice presidents and chief actuary respectively, signaling stable leadership after recent upheaval.
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New York Life Insurance Company
Armstrong
Darwin P. Kingsley
New England
Thomas A. Buckner
Wm. E. Ingersoll
Europe
Paris
Rufus W. Weeks
Mr. Buckner
New York Life
State of
New York
True Chivalry Moments in a Puck Dramatic Exchange
A narrative from Puck depicts a noble gesture as a man declares equality, silences a confession of wealth, and embraces the woman. The scene emphasizes moral nobility over social status and ends with a kiss sealing silence.
Historic Island Raasay Seeks Buyer at Upset Price
Raasay Island in the Inner Hebrides between Scotland and Skye failed to attract a buyer at an upset price of 225 000 dollars. The sale includes the mansion house, grounds, shooting rights, and the ruins of Brochel Castle at the northern end. The island name means the place of the roe deer in Scandinavian, with Celtic lore and a place in Johnson's Journey to the Western Islands of Scotland.
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Raasay Island
Hebrides
Scotland
Isle of Skye
Brochel Castle
MaclLeods
Raasay
England
Samuel Johnson
Doctor at Health Resort Ponders Lost Patients
A physician at a popular winter health resort muses on having far fewer patients than last year and wonders where they have gone. His wife urges hope for the best.
Loch Katrine Water Purity Compared With The Thames
The article notes Loch Katrine in Scotland has exceptionally pure water with only a quarter-pound of alluvial deposit per 1000 gallons, while the Thames averages four pounds per 1000 gallons. It highlights the contrast in cleanliness and filtration between the two waters.
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Loch Katrine
Scotland
Thames
Oklahoma City murder mystery solved in Meadows burial case
Rudolph Tegeler, wife of the deceased J. R. Meadows and her companion Laura Keith were arrested on charges tied to the killing. Meadows was found buried near Capitol Hill with a bullet wound in the mouth after July disappearance. Teager’s letters and visits to the Meadows home tied him to the case.
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Rudolph Tegeler
Oklahoma City
J. R. Meadows
Pioneer Telephone Construction Gang
Capitol Hill
Meadow
Tegeler
Etters
Meadows
Laura Keith
Democratic Primary Returns Show Large Oklahoma Vote Totals
Official returns released by Chairman J. B. Thompson show Oklahoma primary results dated June 5 with governor and multiple statewide and territorial races. Vote tallies include Gore 38,288 and Owen 48,885 for US Senate, Haskell 51,676 for governor, and McAlester 37,036 leading the corporation commissioners race.
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Oklahoma
Indian Territory
United States
Gore
Hoffman
Nagle
Turner
Owen
Rutherford
Furman
Haskell
Cruce
Doyle
West
Freeling
McAdams
Sanders
Tracy
Ivey
Banks Show Big Increase In Territorial Deposits
The 293 territorial banks report deposits rose by over 3 million dollars in the past year. Ten banks opened in that period, while total capital stock grew from thirteen point five to over eighteen million dollars. Individual deposits climbed from 10,273,242 to 12,329,428 dollars, an increase exceeding three million.
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H. H. Smock
Push-me-to-ha Osage chief cited as world’s richest Indian
The Osage former chief Push-me-to-ha is described as the wealthiest Native American with an estimated personal fortune of 2 million dollars and a family total of 10 million due to oil and gas on their lands. His monthly oil and gas royalties income reportedly reaches 50 thousand dollars.
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Push-me-to-ha
Osages
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Dunlop
Howe
Rankin
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