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Newspaper
Farmers Champion
Location
Elgin, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
4
Publication details from 1912 Elgin Oklahoma issue describe weekly Thursdays, second-class mailing, subscription rates for one year and six months, and a note encouraging community uplift through better understanding and shared interests.
The article lauds Elgin Oklahoma and nearby communities for high morals and a strong churchgoing base. It notes an orderly Flag Day program with enthusiastic speakers, capable band and singers, and broad community participation despite harvest time and short notice. Suggestions to hold a follow up meeting are offered.
Lawton hosts a Southwestern Oklahoma Chautauqua with eleven numbers over June 19 to 24. Tickets at two dollars cover all afternoon and evening events, including two special features and three lectures. The Oklahoma University Orchestra joins a fraternal parade, free afternoon events, and an address from a top fraternal orator. Orchestra concert fifty cents. season-ticket holders nineteen cents per show.
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