Oklahoma Civil Service Exams and Local Elections Detail
The corporation commission orders Broken Arrow Telephone to raise its rules. A civil service exam for stenographer and typist was announced in Oklahoma City for June 18 at $900 yearly. Rev. H. A. Tucker seeks state auditor as Talihina blind chaplain files with the election board. Governor Haskell proclaims a Checotah election on city incorporation set for June 7.
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Corporation
Commision
Broken Arrow Telephone Company
Oklahoma City
H. A. Tucker
Talihina
State Senate
State Election Board
State Auditor
Haskell
Checotah
Wagoner Votes For Commission Form In City Government
The Baldwin Lumber & Construction Co of Oklahoma City is incorporated with 10000 capital. Directors are W. E. Baldwin I. G. Harker and D. W. Swartzhaupt. Wagoner boosters win the first fight for commission government as 330 voters back the commission form and 60 oppose. A freeholder board was chosen.
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Baldwin Lumber & Construction Co
Oklahoma City
W E. Baldwin
I. G. Harker
D. W. Swartzhaupt
Wagoner
Farmer Earns Medal At 1909 Omana Exposition
E N Hardy a Chandler area farmer won third prize for winter wheat at the Omana exposition in 1909 and received a gold medal engraved with his name. The Corporation Commission exempted the Clinton Oklahoma and Western railroad’s twenty two mile Clinton to Butler line from the two cent passenger rate. The railroad is described as brand new.
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E. N. Hardy
Chandler
the Corporation Commission
Clinton, Oklahoma & Western Railroad
Clinton
Butler
Rail Amendment Explainer Sent to 5000 Copies
The Corporation Commission distributes five thousand copies of a state ment detailing the railroad amendment effort to remove state power to intervene in behalf of the slippers.
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the Corporation Commission
Fire destroys large Dewey grain elevator
A major fire last week consumed the Dewey grain elevator. About 6000 bushels of corn were lost in the blaze. The structure was among the state’s largest, with an estimated cost of 12.00 dollars.
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Dewey
Sapulpa Wildcat Oil Well Flows 5000 Barrels Daily
A new wildcat oil well in the Sapulpa field continues to flow at about 5,000 barrels per day, according to the field’s oldest experts. The gusher marks the start of a new district adjacent to Sapulpa.
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Sapulpa
Tulsa health chiefs honor J C Mahr with diamond ring
The State Association of County Superintendents of Health presented Health Commissioner J C Mahr a $300 diamond ring during their Tulsa session and adopted resolutions praising his work over the past three years.
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State Association of County Superintendents of Health
Tulsa
J. C. Mahr
Mrs. Perl Graham Named Delegate to National Charities Conference
Mrs. Perl Graham of Marietta received the governor’s appointment as delegate to the National Conference of Charities and Corrections in St. Louis from May 19 to 27. She is enthusiastic about the work and will attend the meeting.
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Perl Graham
Marietta
Haskell
National Conference of Charities and Corrections
St. Louis
Investigation of Enid veterinary college operations center
Garfield county attorney to supervise inquiry into alleged issuance of certificates by a veterinary college in Enid and possible ties to the State board of agriculture.
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Enid
State Board of Agriculture
Garfield County
Child Dies After Fall Into Boiling Bath at Junction City
The four year old child of Clayton Mills of Junction City was scalded to death after tumbling into a tub of boiling water as Mrs. Mills scrubbed it. The burns were severe and the child died within minutes.
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Clayton Mills
Junction City
John Curry Pleads Guilty in Sapulpa Murder Case
John Curry pleaded guilty to murder in district court at Sapulpa for killing his wife and sister in law. Judge Wm. L. Barnum sentenced him to life imprisonment.
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John Curry
Sapulpa
Wm. L. Barnum
McAlester Charter Election Set for May 26
The McAlester mayor has scheduled a charter election for May 26. The proposed charter, drafted by a board of free holders, would establish a commission form of government. Supporters say opposition outside official circles is minimal.
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McAlester
Board of Freeholders
Oklahoma Blacksmiths Meet in Guthrie May 23 24
The State Association of Blacksmiths of Oklahoma will convene in Guthrie on May 23 and 24 for permanent organization.
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State Association of Blacksmiths of Oklahoma
Guthrie
Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association Holds Ninth Annual Meeting
The Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association wrapped its ninth annual meeting in McAlester on Friday. Oklahoma City was selected to host the next gathering. Retiring president D. R. Buffington received a handsome watch from the members and traveling men.
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Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association
McAlester
Oklahoma City
D. R. Buffington
Wilburton News changes hands new firm formed
A. L. Jennings of Okmulgee formerly with the Daily Democrat purchases a half interest in the Wilburton News. W. T. Dugan retires and the new firm is Avery & Jennings.
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A. L. Jennings
Okmulgee
The
Daily Democrat
Wilburton News
W. T. Dugan
Avery & Jennings
I Loved You in the Antarctic Sea
A woman recalls a bleak European marriage to Lord Darlington and a secret love found during a perilous Pacific voyage. She confesses that love broke her bonds and, together with Jack, faces a vast sea with renewed courage.
Fight for life and love at sea in perilous voyage
In a dangerous sea chase, a sailor declares that love binds him beyond danger. Doris wrestles with the fear of dishonor as they face a looming rescue or doom. A desperate cry erupts as Kelly spots a distant ship on the desolate waters.
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Jack
Doris
Kelly
Sorr
Adventurer Stephens Captains Sea Queen Treasure Quest
John Stephens, a Massachusetts adventurer, is mistaken as an insurrectionist in Valparaiso. He joins a mutinous crew to seize a Chilean vessel, then discovers the capture targets Lord Darlington’s yacht. aboard, a web of plots, ghosts, and treasure unfolds as the Sea Queen sails toward a 200 mile goal. The crew diverges, Tuttle dies by suicide, and Stephens, aided by Lady Darlington, pursues a perilous treasure voyage.
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John Stephens
Valparaiso
Chile
Bolivia
Stephens
Peru
Lord Darlington
Tuttle
Antarctic Circle
Donna Isabel
Darlington
Sea Queen
de Nova
Lieut. Sanchez
Sanchez
McKnight
Lady Darlington
Secrets Reflected In A Worldly Romance On A Yachtside Cruise
A woman recalls a past life tied to wealth and society. She confesses a romance with Lord Darlington initiated in Italy, leading to a hasty marriage in Athens. The memory exposes mistaken ideals and a transformed self, framed as a plea to reunite love without fear.
Derelict Ghost Ship Looms From the Night
The narrator describes a spectral vessel seen in dim silver light, a ghost ship gliding across the waves as it passes their track. The eerie sight prompts disbelief and fear, with the hull shining like a mirror and the ship resembling a relic from ancient depths.
The Bather and the Crowd Magnet in Paris
A young painter displays The Bather, his first work, unseen until a friend notes the lack of crowds. He argues his best effort, while another explains Parisian bias favors spectacle: a model in the exhibit draws a huge, instant crowd and acclaim.
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Paris
About a Year Ago I Was Sick and Cured by Pinkham’s Compound
A Black Duck Minnesota reader credits Retroflexion relief to Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound after a year of illness and inability to work. The letter endorses the medicine as a tonic and invites women to seek Mrs Pinkham's free advice from Lynn Massachusetts.
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Black Duck
Minn
Lydia E. Pinkham
Anna Anderson
Mina
Lydia FE. Pinkham
United States
Fitted to Be Stars in Russia Baseball Gaffe
In a playful exchange two speakers joke about Russia delaying a baseball game due to perceived pure running speed. Wiggins notes runners as the reason, while Ragsy questions the idea, highlighting humorous sports banter.
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Wiggins
Ragsy
Russia
Farmers urged to eat more Quaker Oats for health
The article urges farmers to increase their intake of Quaker Oats citing scientific demonstrations of enhanced endurance and mental vigor. It notes wider consumer choice and suggests packing options for hot climates as part of dietary guidance for farmers and farm workers. A separate item highlights steel railroad cars protecting passengers in a collision in the Hudson tunnel, reducing injuries compared to wooden cars.
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Hudson Tunnel
New York City
Get Some Free Land in Colorado
Advertisement offers free land in Colorado with rich soil and favorable climate. Read as details from W. F. Jones at 750 Majestic Bldg Denver for full particulars.
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Colorado
W. F. Jones
Majestic
Denver
Colo
Census Taker and Sweet Young Thing Dialogue
A brief exchange notes the census taker asking about color while Sweet Young Thing replies peaches and cream as George’s description. The line captures a playful regional tone and character interaction.
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George
Red Cross Ball Blue Advert Noise
A vintage ad promotes Red Cross Ball Blue to whiten clothes with a 2 oz package priced at five cents. The text also delivers a moral quip about self love and its dangers, warning it leads to danger and death.
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