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Newspaper

Oklahoma City Times

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1917

Page

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Santa Fe Mines To Be Operated In This State

Dorset Carter of Folsom Morris Coal Mining says the Lehigh coal field properties will run at full capacity under Wilson price fixing, prioritizing patriotism over profit as operators prepare to present cost data to Washington. Many mines in the McAlester area face shutdowns amid canceled orders and idle workers. Operators plan to travel to Washington Monday night to discuss production costs.

Santa FE Mines Folsom-Morris Coal Mining Company Lehigh Coal Wilson Dorset Carter Folsons’Morris Company Santa Fe Oklahoma Southwest Carter Mary Soma Washington Cutter Wath cAlester Terday McAlester- Hail Josset Lehigh Coalgate Henryatta Lester Mini Acans Mcalester Okla Rock Island Coal and Mining Company Hartshorne Gowan Alderson

Fall Fashion Show Set For September 21 and 22

The Retailers' association held a webby meeting to approve a fall fashion show on September 21 evening and September 22 daytime with live models showcasing latest styles. A loan department plan to frame debtors was approved, and A Whitten referenced as secretary. I. Frank Roach of First Methodist delivered a short address.

Webby Retailers’ Association St "He Association Ozark Trails Organization McMullin Odel Clothing Company Frank Roach First Methodist Church

Local Boy Del Cecil Becomes Navy Aviator After Short Training

Oklahoma City youth Del Cecil, famed for motorcycle riding and speed, enlisted in the Navy aviation branch a month ago. Anxious to fly, he passed naval tests and is now at Warrington training near Pensacola with three other Oklahoma City boys. He is just past 21 and recently began handling a ground training aircraft by himself.

del Cecil Cecil Aviation Branch Navy Naval Aviation Training School Warrington Station Pensacoli Fla Oklahoma City

Enrolment Expected to Break Records at Local High School

Enrolment for the Sehgal year opens September 10 under O. O. High School directions. Last year’s total reached 2,090 with the largest freshmen class ever anticipated to push past the $00 mark. Enrollment for juniors and new out of town students requires credentials, diplomas, or promotion cards. The new term will feature three years of French and Bosniak history with courses to begin at the fall term.

Sehgal Oo. E. High School Cleas i Len Setemores Goyres Turner Indus

Weather forecast repeats sunny, warm outlook ahead

Forecast highlights fair weather with warm temperatures and light winds across eastern regions. No significant rainfall expected as atmospheric conditions show a steady high pressure pattern.

Oil well fire attack by unknown men near Billings

In Enid Oklahoma a 500 barrel oil well on the Neil farm near Billings was attacked as three men attempted to ignite the well and remove the casing head. The pumper fought them off and was wounded. he overheard the assailants claim they were Industrial Workers of the World members aiming to burn the oil herd. The trio escaped.

Enid Guls Sandhei Neil Farm Billings Escay Induustrial Workers of the World

Oklahoma Governor Says Corporation Tax Not High Enough

Governor Williams said Oklahoma City and state boards should raise corporate tax assessments. He warned he may withhold 42 000 from Oklahoma County for bridge funding if a satisfactory cut is not made. The state board told the county to raise Oklahoma City assessments by ten percent.

Oklahoma City State Board William Oklahoma County Excise Board Williams Oklahoma County

Column 4 Continued on Page WASHINGTON Aug 24

The column fragment mentions continued coverage on Page Column 4 and Page WASHINGTON with a reference to a credit amount of 100000000 then incomplete context.

Washington

Oklahoma City braces as one third draft quota threatened

Adj General Afriel Faro reports that Oklahoma City and Ada will not have one third of their draft quota ready for September training camps. He cites delayed local draft boards, urging faster action as Muskogee boards prepare to meet and push the first eastern division quota forward.

Kiahoma Adj Afriel Faro War Department Tula General Earp Conditignt Ory Star Locle Iy Beards Tocal Oklahoma

Butte Montana Mines Hit by Amalgamated Strike Closure

A Montana strike halts mining as the Amalgamated Metals company suspends operations at Washoe works and related properties including the Anaconda area. All mines tied to the dispute will close, affecting operations and labor.

Buttr Mont Washoe Works Amroared Annie Ql Montana Anaconda Andl

Impeachment Charges Backed Against Governor Ferguson

In Trustin Texas a nine member house committee was appointed to draw impeachment articles against Governor James E. Ferguson for presentation to the senate. The house committee of the whole, after hearing charges, voted to present impeachment charges. The house recessed until 2 PM.

Trustin Texas House James E. Ferguson Senate Rot C. Fuller

U S Airplanes to Be Used by Aviators Abroad

A. P. B. directed team announces standardized United States airplane motors will wind up in France next year. Tests show three types of service craft possible for the army: small fast bombing machines, fighting craft, and larger planes with observers and photographic gear. Durability and engine power emphasized. speed not primary.

Washington United States Aircraft Production Board France

RESAS WASey Troops Mass 8 Command Discussed

A fragment notes RESAS WASey Troop movements with mention of Hiex Lag Hayne of the Nemar and a Missouri train of 325 men alongside a Kansas train of 500. Ten car loads of Missouri field artillery arrive. engineers to quarter at Camp Doniphan then march out.

M To Fella Hiex

Oklahoma City real estate board discusses model bungalow display

The Oklahoma City real estate board plans a miniature bungalow at Main and Broadway during fair week to assist visitors. The group will discuss contract terms with concrete and asphalt firms at the next meeting and consider a letter to Congress urging careful review of revenue bill details amid concerns of higher taxes on real estate.

Oklahoma City Real Estate Board Main Broadway Ordin Cltion Enti Stang al Tween Concrete Saphalt Oklahoma

SDDERG Hopeful Of Early Release

District Judge Oldfield ordered Robert Cook brought to court at 1 30 p m to read testimony and file a transcript from the habeas corpus hearing. The hearing was set for today with a 1 0 o'clock session if Sheriff’s deputies locate Cook. Berg received many visitors at the county jail and said he could secure bail in a nominal sum and hoped for release for a short time.

Oldfield Robert Cook

Building Permits Filed For Two Properties

Two building permits totaling about $29,000 were issued by the building inspector. Stewart Wilderson, contractor, secured permits for a two story stucco and hollow tile residence at 1512 West Fourteenth Street for 19,000 and repairs on the old city hall at the corner of Jap and Broadway for about 10,000.

Stewart Wilderson Weat Fourteenth Street Ald Porte of Jap and Broadway

Senator Asserts Rioterd: To Leave Texas At Baker Says No Order

Washington reports Senator Sheen after a conference with Secretary Baker announced that negro troops would be withdrawn from Texas. Baker said he could take no action and had no policy on moving troops in the south amid rioting and discipline concerns.

Texas Baker Washington Senator Sheen Houston Rem Roading Tral Agro Oman

Martial law in Houston after riot leaves dead and wounded

More than 100 men from two companies of the Twenty fourth infantry engaged in a riot last night near Houston. Strong regular patrols and Tripal forces under John A. Rulen restored order. Seven officers and soldiers reported dead or injured as martial law is declared and searches continue for rioters and leaders amid sporadic gunfire.

Houston Regun Temes Twenty-fourth Infantry John ‘A. Rulen Cdea Croskett

Locked Up Troops To Avert Massacre In Riots

Texas national guardsmen and other troops faced rioting without arms as officers ordered restraint. Units were confined behind gates, with Chicago and Illinois guardsmen staying in quarters under special precautions to prevent a breakout, while some troops remained unarmed.

Ganless Houston Negray Fourth Infantry Ilinois

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