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Newspaper

Farmers Champion

Location

Elgin, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1915

Page

1

Woman's Head Cut Off Near Union City Rails

A tragic accident occurred when a train struck an elderly woman just south of Union City. Witnesses said she failed to look both ways before crossing. The impact derailed the train briefly. the crew reported finding the remains, and the delay lasted about an hour. John Stauffer had just returned from a visit to Abilene and King et, Okla, and was traveling on the line when the incident happened.

John Stauffer Vist Abilene Kan King|et Oklo Kingtiaher Chickasha Theaagn Union City Sus Rm Lun Ej ‘En Glia Crose Tra

Overcoat Theft Reported in Local Paper

A brief entry notes an overcoat stolen from a resident, with sparse details. The report references a local paper and hints at confusion or miscommunication in the text, but preserves the basic event of a missing garment and associated notice.

Convention Postponed by Weather Elbows Reno Event

The convention event set to be held was postponed due to severe weather conditions and travel hazards. Organizers announced the delay affecting attendees and schedules, with a new date to be determined. Moderate disruptions were expected across transportation and lodging plans.

Freight train wreck near Ki Fa injures none

A freight wreck occurred a short distance south of Ki Fa when seven cars derailed and several were torn to kindling. No injuries were reported as freight cars were cleared and the southbound train resumed after the incident.

Ki Fa

Post Office Information and Address Notification

Postal guidance warns renters shifting addresses to notify the postmaster of new addresses. Rural route patrons should expect letters to be returned to the writer if not dated within five days and again after 15 days if undelivered. When no return deadline is set, letters may be held or returned after a lawful period.

Traded For Fixtures In Evans & Boyce Building

A new restaurant venture may locate in the old Evans and Boyce building. The owners, Teeta and her husband, bring substantial restaurant experience to the project. They are negotiating to open near Blue, with plans contingent on final decisions.

Eve Ventares Evans & Boyce Cerceniates

Revival Meeting At Methodist Church Highlighted By Evangelist Hemphill

Revival services at the Methodist church drew full pews as Evangelist Hemphill of Chickasha led singing and preached on family life and motherhood. Rev Rock delivered a strong sermon on parental influence while a piano enhanced song services. Special male chorus singing and duets are planned with a youth session and a men’s meeting scheduled for Sunday afternoon.

Methodist Church amtBor Evangelist Hemphill Chickasha Oklahoma Rock Esau Pro Cora Vins Hadto

County Officials Shuffle Duties and Local Kam Linn News

County commissioners set printing contract in Lawton area and confirm J A Diffend as assistant county attorney. Sheriff and deputies patrol streets cleaning up undesirables, arrest nine Black individuals in a nearby den. County officer shot himself in toe during Tennessee visit. Hall receives gold Masonic watch charm from county officials.

Lawton Titution W. ©. Hasenbeck Pawton J.J. Davin Han County Pee Otter Washington J A. Diffend Ore Accidentaly Tennessee Hefiy B. F. Hall Board of County Commissioners

On The Figin Routes New Patrons and Moves

A string of route based residence changes and new patrons across lines 1 2 3 4 and adjacent farms. Wavie becomes a Route 1 4 patron while Brooks family joins Star route. multiple moves to Lawton near farms. individuals relocate from Manning Apache Gombe Marlow and other places. visits from Alta Vista Shawnee Cushing and Enid noted. chores include farm trades and temporary stays as residents shift along routes and farms.

Re Wavie M. Brooks Weumonia Murt Odell Uc Havel Lawton E. W. Ferguson J. Me. Ritchie H. J. Mahave M.jones Gombe Pache H.P. Williams Marlow Scott Place Harry L. King Combs Farm Morris

Auditorium program shows readings by Jesse Cuble and Mrs Mungey

The event featured two nights of readings by Jesse Cuble and Mrs Pauline Mungey with humorous and poignant pieces. Little Pauline, Mungey’s daughter, gave a fine appearance. Several other selections impressed. The program lasted about an hour.

Jesse Cuble Pauline Mungey Pea

Notice of move to new business location

We announce our new address at 411 5th street and thank patrons for their patronage. We will continue to serve as your chosen business in the future. From Mr and Mrs J P Kennemur Yayrton Oba.

5Th’ Street Busi J.P. Kennemur Yayrton Oba

Death of M Gibson at Roe after illness long

M Gibson died at his home in Roe at midnight on December 27 after an illness of over two weeks. He served in Company B of the 17th Regiment Infantry Volunteers as a Baton soldier and was honorably discharged at war’s end. He married Emma Lieatts on March 14, 1876 in Winchester and lived in Michigan until 1897 when they moved near Yukon Oklahoma.

H. E. Kirklen M. Gibson Roe Jay Connor Lof Yukon Jon Shin Indiatin 17Th Regiment Infantry Emma Lieatts Mar Winchester Migsoel

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