Oklahoma delegates seek rapid statehood changes at Guthrie convention
Delegates arriving in Guthrie Oklahoma for the constitutional convention plan to fix objections from the Republican party by amending the instrument. Expected changes include legislative apportionment shifts, allowing more northern representation, easing county caps, and letting soldiers vote where enlisted. Changes may affect Indian Territory and require new signatures after alterations.
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Guthrie
Okla
Oklahoma
United States
Cherokee Strip
Indian Territory
Murray
Mayor Barton Orders City Clean-Up War on Weeds
The special city council session tonight will push a rigorous sanitation drive to clean streets and alleys. Ten households have already been arrested for violations as officials threaten more enforcement and a second Clean-Up Day to compel compliance.
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Barton
Bailey Acquitted in Sulphur Shooting Case
Deputy Bailey faced Judge Winn after firing on Tom Carroll when arrest efforts at Carroll’s home escalated. Joe Carroll and L. V. Finley, present during the confrontation, were jailed on $2000 bail each. The defense argues Bailey acted during armed resistance by Carroll and associates.
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Sulphur
Brents
Bailey
Joe Carroll
L. V. Finley
Tom Carroll
Winn
Carroll
Finley
Money on the Brain Drives Personal Focus
A short reflection on how financial concerns shape priorities and emotional states, suggesting money matters influence attention, decisions, and well being. It examines the link between economic stress and mental focus in daily life.
Murray County Wants More Territory in Oklahoma Growth Plan
President Murray's committee met to hear Davis I T's request for two additional townships on Murray County's western side. The panel including W A Lewis D P Ellis and others noted Murray would shrink Garvin county if granted. The report states Murray is the smallest county with about 5 12 townships suitable for farming.
Murray County expansion push reaches beyond west border
Pontotoc delegate Carl ton Weaver urged vigilance as Murray County seeks to add more territory beyond its western boundary, aiming to integrate additional townships into the county. The effort shows regional growth ambitions and border influence in local government.
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Murray County
Carlton Weaver
Pontotoc
Statehood Debate Targets Speaker Cannon Over Oklahoma
The New State Tribune argues the drive for Oklahoma statehood affects thousands of citizens with modest wealth and accuses Speaker Cannon of using threats about Indian Territory land restrictions to block or bargain the constitution vote. It asserts Cannon favors federal appointments and payrolls over voters, and questions Roosevelt's stance on the issue.
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Stathood
Cannon
House of Representatives
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Roosevelt
New State Tribune
Fairbanks Rescues Waitress From Drowning in Yellowstone Lake
Vice President Fairbanks plunged into Yellowstone Lake to save Lena Wallace a waitress at a hotel where he was staying after a boat capsized near the pier. In a drama observed by J S Gibbs the hotel proprietor two men on the pier aided in reviving Wallace, and Fairbanks returned to his room after the rescue.
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Yellowstone Lake
Wyo
Fairbanks
Lena Wallace
Ben
Mr. Fairbanks
J. S. Gibbs
Gibbs
Party of Knockers Oppose Constitution Claiming Progressive Goal
A provincial editorial attacks the Republican party as knockers for lack of proposals while praising the Democratic plan for a new state constitution. It argues the people favor progress and see the democracy’s approach as a genuine governance shift and platform.
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Republican Party
Eee
Henry Asp
88 platform. Your chance now take a look at it
The note invites readers to check the 88 platform and seize an opportunity presented by the New State Tribune. It reads like a promotional prompt urging action and awareness of a new offering.
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New State Tribune
Rush Orders Given for Oregon and Wisconsin Repairs
Seattle dispatch reports orders to rush repairs on the battleships Oregon and Wisconsin at the Seattle yard. The Nebraska, commissioned a week ago, will receive alterations and its crew will be called out as soon as available.
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Wisconsin
Portland
Ore
Oregonian
Seattle
Wash
Nebraska
Republican Convention Indorses Frantz for Gunner in Chickasha
At Chickasha Oklahoma Territory on July 9 the Republican county convention endorsed Frantz for gunner and opposed Jake Harmon for state chairman. Delegates were not told to push a state ticket but the resolution calls for immediate statehood with a constitution and a republican state government not repugnant to the U S Constitution.
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Chickasha
I. T
Frantz
Gunner
Jake Harmon
United States
Republican district nominates Tulsa delegates
Wilburton Oklahoma July 9 Republicans met and named nineteen delegates to the Tulsa convention seven of them full blood Choctaw Indians. Philos Ss. Jones elected chairman and W S Webber secretary. Governor Frantz was unanimously endorsed and delegates instructed to vote accordingly.
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Okla
Tulsa
Philos Ss. Jones
W. S. Webber
Frantz
Governor to Name Delegates to Farmers' Congress
Guthrie Oklahoma July 9 Governor Frantz received instructions from President Stahl of the National Farmers' Congress to name 1000 Oklahoma delegates to the next annual convention to be held in Oklahoma City. Appointments will be made this week.
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Guthrie
Okla
Frantz
President Stahl
National Farmers’ Congress
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Stephens County Republican Convention Chooses Tulsa Delegates
Stephens county convention met in Duncan Oklahoma and elected delegates to the state convention in Tulsa on July 12. It instructed for Frantz for governor and against the constitution in its present form. R. E. Morris was elected as chairman.
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Stephens County
Duncan
I. T
Tulsa
Frantz
R. E. Morris
Girl bitten by spasming Durant house cat grimly feared hydrophobia
The nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs B M Head of Durant Oklahoma was bitten last night by a house cat in a spasm. The doctors fear hydrophobia and the girl will be taken to the Pasteur Institute at Austin for treatment.
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Durant
I. T
Fatal Shooting After Neighborhood Quarrel Near Marshall
Joe Williams died from shots fired in a July 9 incident near Marshall Oklahoma after a quarrel. Bill Randell appeared before Justice Brase in Marshall and was released on a $2000 bond.
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Guthrie
Okla
Joe Williams
Bill Randell
Justice Brase
Marshall
Quote on leadership and followers from a historical remark
A speaker notes that many men could be great leaders if they could find others willing to follow. The remark emphasizes the mutual dynamic of leadership and loyalty among followers and leaders.
Lanham Barbecue Promises Pleasant Community Event
Lanham precinct leaders Taylor Lanham and E L Black visited The News office to promote a barbecue set for Thursday the 18th in Lanham. Delegate Carlton Weaver accepted an invitation to speak on the constitution, promising a pleasant occasion and spirited engagement.
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Lanham
Taylor Lanham
E. L. Black
Carlton Weaver
Delegate Carlton Weaver Leaves for Guthrie Convention Duties
Carlton Weaver of the Eighty seventh district departed yesterday for Guthrie to rejoin the constitutional convention roll call. He cautioned that adjournment timing depends on census results and possible apportionment delays may push elections into November. Weaver expects debate to focus on avoiding provisions that hinder immediate statehood.
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Carlton Weaver
Guthrie
Weaver
Booze in Frisco depot found in two suit cases
Deputy Brents found thirteen quarts of whisky and a feather pillow in two suit cases at the Fris co depot Sunday. No owner claimed the property and the bottles were broken, as earth worms celebrate the discovery.
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Brents
To Drill Three Holes Near Ada Gas Prospects
The oil company plans three prospect holes on an east west line none deeper than 2000 feet if gas or oil is found. Holes are set a quarter mile apart. Promoters are hopeful for valuable developments and expect a bust soon along the southwest trend near Ada.
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Ada
Fourth is really over Mame and you should not use powder
The dialogue hints at a cautionary note about overindulgence as a character warns against excessive powder. It contrasts two men seeking opportunities, implying one is more proactive. The fragment suggests themes of timing and prudence.
City tale of Uncle Dick Couch and a boy's arrest
Fragmentary text recalls a boy and Uncle Dick Couch in the city jail or cooler. Dialect hints at a warning and the boy’s profanity or misbehavior. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
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Swia
Dick Couch
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