Gore attacks GOP rule at Oklahoma senator speech
The Oklahoma senator denounces big money and industrial combines under Republican leadership at a district Democratic convention. He mocks Roosevelt policies and pledges united Democratic action, drawing cheers from a large audience at the Armory.
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District Court Adjourns Special Session After Murder Trials
The district court adjourned its special session held Saturday. Three murder cases were heard with two defendants convicted and one acquitted, marking the term's outcomes.
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Heavy Rains Cause Bridge Losses and Rail Disruptions
In Pontotoc county heavy Friday and Saturday rains caused widespread damage with many bridges washed out, including the Big Sandy bridge. Roads are impassable, trains halted on the Katy Frisco and Oklahoma Central railroads. No lives were reported lost though property and crops suffer. dam at water works reservoir tested and withstood. Local schools and agricultural district plans outlined with farm stations and short courses. May 1908. T. J. Smith, Sheriff and Special Commissioner Chancery. First published May 14.
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Cotton Crop Report Shows Weather Harms Belt May 18
The News summarizes cotton conditions through May 18 noting 83 favorable and 487 unfavorable counties, with earlier planting in 199 counties and delays due to cold and wet weather. Frost and cold harmed young plants, 141 counties required replanting, and overall drought risks persist though improvements possible with better weather. Also included is a notice from Representative Carter urging Red River Improvement delegates for the June 19–20, 1908 convention in Shreveport.
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Tulsa Police Chief May Not Raze Frisco Depot
Tulsa May 2 Judge Campbell for United States Court grants injunction prohibiting the Frisco railroad from tearing down or moving the Frisco freight depot located on Detroit avenue. Citizens complained the depot blocked the street and devalued adjacent properties. The Frisco moved the old passenger station to Detroit avenue two years ago amid opposition. The city council urged the police chief to force action, but the railroad sought court relief and secured the injunction.
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Oklahoma Enacts Mandatory Agriculture Teaching in Schools
Guthrie May 23 approval of a bill mandating agriculture and related subjects in public schools marks Oklahoma as a leader with no equal in the nation. Senators Franklin and Rainey along with Reps McCalla Faulkner pushed the measure, which aligns with a constitutional provision drafted by Speaker Murray. Secretary Wilson endorses the law, noting Oklahoma’s advance over other states. the bill also includes a full program for horticulture and related subjects.
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Oklahoma Storms Strike Twice in One Morning
Two cyclones hit northern Oklahoma in 45 minutes causing heavy damage near McLoud Dale Aydelotte and Meeker. One death reported Walter Haworth, others injured including Mike Burnett whose barn was lifted 300 feet. Several structures destroyed and communication limited as full reports await.
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