Peach growers seek ice to save Oklahoma fruit crop
Seaman, secretary of the Oklahoma Peach Growers Association, asks the governor and agriculture board to aid orchardists facing loss as ice shortages threaten to halt packing and marketing of up to 100 carloads of peaches in the state. He notes peaches shipped to Indiana Michigan Illinois and other states and warns local orchards may abandon crops if ice remains scarce.
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City readies gun control ordinance amid penalties
City officials prepared an emergency gun control measure restricting concealed weapons. The ordinance sets fines from 25 to 100 dollars and possible jail terms for repeat offenses, with penalties tightening for subsequent violations. A separate emergency rule requiring permits for firearms and ammunition was also approved. Captain Archibald Roosevelt shows improvement after illness and hospitalization in Chicago.
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Port
Equalization Board Hearing Continues in State
The equalization board hearings resume this week with continued efforts to certify property assessments. The board, led by the chair, aims to complete the required work and address questions about valuation and scope amid pending decisions.
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Certall
Joe Cannon Fined in Municipal Court Gambling Case
Spectators watched as court marshal handled Joe Cannon who appeared to be the defendant. The plea was guilty to gambling and the Municipal Judge Mumten fined him $17 plus costs. The defendant was described as a Negro in the unfolding court scene this morning.
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Mumten
Hotel guest claims $1900 theft leads to arrests
A hotel guest reported a robbery of $1900 at the Kinkade hotel. Detectives Witten and Stanan arrested Autrey Onbory porters Hetty Daugherty and Mere following the complaint, and they are detained at the city jail as investigators review the case. The complainant reportedly carried $290 on his person.
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Hetty Daugherty
Kinkade
Witten
Stanan
Auto Crash at 10th and Eastern Reoccurs
A car went into the ditch late last night at Tenth street and Eastern avenue, with police noting a previous severe injury at this spot involving Harry Wheeler. No injuries were reported this time, but the vehicle was badly damaged. Officials plan to discuss road danger with city commissioners to prevent repetition.
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Eastern Avenue
Harry Wheeler
Boat Club Plans New House On Island
The Helle Lyle boat club discussed plans for a $10,000 lif house at a meeting yesterday. A new building will rise on the island north of dance hall island with a bridge to the north shore. The club will be reorganized and consolidated with the Capital Gan club, limited to 16 members. It will feature a central dining hall, locker rooms, a kitchen, and caretaker’s room.
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Helle Lyle Boat Club
Dance Hall Island
Gan Club
Cooperative booklet tasking today at chamber meeting
Oklahoma Executives' association will lay plans this afternoon for a booklet showing 12 resources and advantages of each town in the state. The publication is to be distributed in the west. About 25 to 30 chamber heads are in the city for the meeting. New York to See Famous Division is noted in the Washington report.
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Oklahoma Executives’ Association
New York
Washington
Pro the state plans to target profiteering schemes
Governor announces a statewide meeting to coordinate action against profiteering and alleged information gaps. He vows a concrete plan, including preliminary steps, as county attorneys join a broader effort to curb price manipulation and improve market fairness. Further remarks emphasize early probing and coordinated oversight.
Farmer fatally shot in Newalla corn field
Jol Matheny, a farmer living near Newalla, was shot and killed at about 4 am by fellow farmer Plettner who says the shooting was accidental. The 12 gauge wound entered left of the heart and Matheny allegedly turned to flee before the gun discharged. Officials were notified and a post mortem is pending as the community debates the motive and circumstances.
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Jol Matheny
Newalla
Matheny
Kansas Harvesters to Aid Oklahoma Crop Labor Shortage
Kanene state to assist Oklahoma with broom corn harvest as employment officers prepare to supply workers. Connally, state employment commissioner, says Kansas will send laborers immediately to meet demand and secure sufficient harvest labor for the crop.
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Federal Living Cost Probe Will Bring Speedy Results
Major General Wood speaks on a federal living cost probe and its expected rapid results. He urges organized plans for returning soldiers and national preparedness while addressing wage pressures and profiteering, noting state and civic cooperation and avoiding a large standing army. (Continued on Page 2)
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Romanian Army Enters Budapest As Allied Protest Fails
About thirty thousand Romanian troops including infantry cavalry and artillery moved into Budapest amid Allied protests. The advance followed reports of a temporary cabinet in flux and amid tensions over Hungary’s future government. Romanian aims appeared to focus on neutralizing Hungarian military strength and influencing postwar leadership while requests for withdrawal were voiced by the Allies.
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Pew
Pitched Battle Threatens Between Miners and Strikers
Reports from near Pelmont indicate a clash between striking miners demanding a five hour day and higher wages and non striking workers. Deputies were summoned as strikers retreated with about 200 men. The disorder prompted a possible later pitched battle and a formation of a rival workers organization aligned with conservative elements.
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Fleet 1s Off Lower California Coast
Fleet 1s northward off Lower California reported by wireless from Regentevral Jayne. Pacific fleet led by Admiral Rodman nears tender point, heading toward Comwando Islands with morning arrival anticipated.
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California
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Wage Demands of Million Men Strike Vote Looms
The 500000 railway shopmen nationwide vote on whether a general strike should be called to support wage demands made last January. A key dispute centers on locomotive engineers and the Brotherhood of Railway Train Employes. Officials warn that a formal strike could be enforced if work halts persist.
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Testimony in Ford Case Reaches End in Michigan
Mount Clemens Michigan Agn Judge Tucker closes proceedings after final statements and jury to deliberate. Chicago Tribune notes witness cooperation and completion of testimony in the Ford case.
Wheat Receipts Much Larger Than in 1918
Aug month bullefin from the United States Grain Corporation reports U S wheat receipts from farms for the year ending July 28 rose by about 2.5 million bushels over 1919. Flour production increased by nearly 1 million barrels, with figures at 107.9 million bushels of wheat and 6.3 million barrels of flour versus previous levels.
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Uoted States Grain Corporation
Paluer to Report on Ways to Salve Cost Problem
Paluer prepares a report outlining measures to restore free market efficiency and alleviate rising costs. The study focuses on policy options to reduce government intervention and boost market corrections amid pressure on prices.
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Paluer
Grain markets plunge on fear of price cuts by government
Demoralization seized the grain and provisions market as pork and corn futures tumbled. May delivery corn fell to 9.149 a bushel and September pork to 44.50 as traders anticipated a government move to slash consumer prices, driving prices down through the day.
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Chicago
Borriel
Palmer plans quick move to curb living costs at White House
Attorney General Palmer prepared to present a preliminary report to President Wilson on measures to reduce living costs. Julius H. Barnes summoned to discuss restoring wheat to a free market with government aid to farmers. Conferences on the League of Nations abandoned until cost of living issue resolves. Cabinet to receive Palmer’s findings as lawmakers push for federal controls amid rising prices.
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United States Grain Corporation
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