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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
1
Ballot recount Likely after casement of treason charge vote results in a narrow Democrat nomination for Corporation Commissioner J H Johnston carrying Oklahoma County with other officials listed. Recount intended in several precincts. election officials preparing for tally review as late as today with tabulation incomplete.
In Shawner Oklahoma August 1 results show McKeown holding a slim lead in the fourth district race as counties Coal and Seminole contribute early votes. Candidates include McKeown and rivals in a tight contest with estimates from local officials.
In Tulsa Oklahoma Krank Showmaker secures nomination for congress in the First District over Davenport. He wins with pluralities ranging from fifty to two hundred over the nine counties in the district.
In Edmond Oklahoma a man identified as Edmond Farmer died by his own action. He left a widow two daughters and four sons survivors noted in the report. There is mention of a special district location or related legal note with unclear details.
A scrambled OCR style note describes a dispute involving You Dreamers, Fortune Cat, and MF Oklahoma City with a purchase, APY Craeher, and payments tied to a Fort Worth area oil venture. Names such as DW, Neuforty, and Brooks appear alongside estates and legal entities, hinting at a contested sale and ownership of hundreds of acres linked to the Fortune company.
Official returns from Canadian and McClain counties show a split in the corporation commission race with Willmering leading Campbell Rageell by 98 votes on the face of complete results. Analysts forecast crude oil prices rising if long term contracts secure supply, while New York street railway workers threaten a citywide strike if concessions are not granted.
Okla Aug. St Spe ch) Charles Fo Creager, once a concrete man, appears defeated in the Republican nomination seen district. The race pits Merry Ward of Tal, Jequale and Ton Robertson of Futanla. Ward favored with returnees from the counties by a plurality of 14.
Forecaster warns the heat wave will persist with high temperatures through tonight and into Friday. Local forecast indicates continuing hot conditions and heat safety advisories for residents.
New York report shows a spike in paralysis deaths with health department data indicating a record high over the past twenty five hours. Officials warn the illness continues to spread and urges precautions.
The Metropolitan Muidine company owner of the Metropolitan theater filed a suit in bankruptcy court against the Thecker brothers Chowne over a chattel mortgage on theater fixtures and appliances. The notes dated April 22 1916 total appears to prompt judgment for 8118 and possession of the property.
Two cartons of Mig oaken piles were hurried to the railroad point near the city to prevent a shortage. One carload was purchased from Santa Fe Railroad. the other from Peerman company. Workers will begin laying piles in the afternoon. Seventy three piles driven out. thirty five derive red sheets.
Fragmentary report from Geneva describes a Swiss parade with banners urging complete demobilization. Police faced crowds as demonstrators clashed and banners were displayed, while officials and observers assess the event and potential actions.
British forces land in Asia Minor as tensions rise over the regional remit. The operation, centered near Meratebie, aims to establish a foothold and support allied positions while securing strategic routes and safeguarding interests in the volatile theatre.
In a Norfolk dispatch the German divers celebrate reaching open sea after a perilous voyage. The crew reportedly survived a dangerous transit in Atlantic waters near Cape Henry while evading Allied warships.
A lengthy account describes the hanging of Roger David Casement in Pentonville Prison. The narrative notes the method, timing, and witnesses, including officials and clergy, with details on the posthumous formalities and religious affiliations recorded for Casement.
In London on August 1, a condemned man expected a reprieve from powerful friends. No sign of a last minute clemency attempt appeared last night. He spoke little, smoked, and, after asking about Zeppelin raids and German ships, grew quiet, signaling his fate.
At the prison wall crowds gathered near the gates as thirty men and women prayed quietly for the condemned Roger Casement before the last penalty. The final bell tolled and the crowd stood in silence for a moment seeking the soul of the deceased.
The text presents a jumble of garbled phrases implying political confusion, voter sentiment, and alleged misconduct. It references a candidate or authorial figure, a call for authorities to refuse actions, and mentions a court or legal tone in a chaotic, antiquated newspaper voice.
A cloudburst devastates the Tennessee region with heavy damage and multiple missing persons. Reports describe wiped out families including Mrs Sasiuel Wiley and others, a Crocker Exmonsun house, and trestles carried away by floodwaters. Breaching torrents from Bi Harren creek to Clinel rorr Intermediary steeanie worsen the disaster as rail lines and trestles are claimed to be destroyed.
A wall of water swept through a harbor area collapsing houses and detaching structures. Reports describe flood momentum near Ely Hollow and Nreetiek Street, with sections of the town inundated and vehicles submerged. A nearby train passed shortly after the surge, while rescue efforts focus on stranded residents and damaged properties.
A notice of estate action involves two adopted daughters linked to Captain Morrison who died in Carton. The heirs are pursuing an inheritance estimated at Peteel, with a guardian and trustees handling the division at the gate of West Marrivon.
An unclear OCR fragment reports a Swedish steamer sunk by a U boat with casualties and survivors. Mentions ten men and other ships, but details are fragmentary and uncertain.
A dedicated pianist undertook a remarkable fifty hour performance at Stretch Hall to raise funds. The event drew local supporters including families and notable sponsors from the arts community. Revenue will support community programs and music education initiatives.
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