Francis oil field shows oil in paying quantities in Pontotoc county
A News visit to the Francis oil field reveals multiple firms drilling and pumping, with Oliver farm and nearby wells producing 35 and 20 barrels daily. Investors from Kingwood Okmulgee and Ardmore firms expand operations as a Francis refinery prepares to start by July 15, signaling Pontotoc county may become a top Oklahoma oil field.
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Pontotoc County
Francis
the News
Oliver Farm
Gillett and Kroger
Smith and Lee
Durant
Westheimer and Daube
Ardmore
Iokla Oil Company
Oil State Oil Company
Iokla
Oil
Blankenship
Francis Field
Oklahoma
Fighting on the left bank Deiper river as Bolsheviks press Poles
London dispatch reports furious fighting on the left bank of the Deiper river where Bolsheviks attempt to dislodge Poles from fortified positions. Polish defenders are said to offer stubborn resistance, per Moscow official statement issued Friday.
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London
Deiper River
Moscow
Haws Store Robbed Again at East Main Street
A second burglary at Haws Store on East Main within three weeks ended with glass entry through a rear door. Thieves took at least 17 silk dresses while lights were burning. time of theft ranged from 6:30 pm to 7 am. Jack Moore found the store secured at 6:30 pm, no suspects or traces yet, police notified across the region.
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Daily Show
East Main Street
Jack Moore
Hutchinson Quits First District Commissioner Race
Edgar Hutchinson of Allen withdraws from the democratic nomination race for Allen district county commissioner. He cites business affairs without detailing reasons, leaving only Clay Stephens of Oakman and Join Edwards of Steedman as opponents. Bartlesville population noted as 14,417 with an 8,236 rise.
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Hutchinson
Edgar Hutchinson
Allen
Evening News
Clay Stephens
Oakman
Edwards
Steedman
Bartlesville
Associated Press
Washington
Okla
Soldier Relief Bill Passes House in 229 to 99 Vote
Special to the News Washington May 29 The American Legion Soldier Relief Bill passed the house by 229 to 99. Oklahoma delegates supported it. Representative Ferris urged immediate action noting it recognizes ex service sacrifices and could be amended later if needed. Ferris plans to campaign for U S Senate after adjournment. R F Erwin Peru Ind praises Chamberlains Tablets for indigestion and urges others to try them.
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Washington
American Legion Soldier Relief
House
Oklahoma
Scott Ferris
Ferris
American Legion
Congress
Will Sign Treaty in Paris Peace Pact
Budapest May 29 Count Paul Caluby minister of foreign affairs will depart for Paris to sign the peace treaty tomorrow.
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Associated Press
Budapest
Paul Caleby
Paris
Burglary Charge Against Woman From Ahloso
Monday's Daily Dollie reports Ethiopian extraction resident two miles south of Ahloso arraigned before Judge Brown on burglary. She pleaded guilty to breaking into Lincoln Stick's home and stealing ready to wear garments and was bound over to district court.
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Dollie Bruner
Ahloso
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U. S
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de Laval
Gwin & Mays Drug Store
City Cash Grocery
W. Main
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