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Oklahoma City Times

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1917

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RULINGS OF JUDGE CLARK ON Epworth University Property Sale

Judge Clark decreed sale of part of Epworth university grounds to satisfy a $40,000 mortgage to State Life Insurance and reimburse the University Development company for salaries paid, with proceeds used to clear debts and allow reopening by the Methodist Episcopal church, South subject to participation. The case, State Life Insurance company versus Epworth university, centers on fifty-two acres near Classen boulevard, valued up to $500,000, and involves complex fund reimbursements and impact on university governance.

Clark Classen Church Epworth University State Life Insurance Company University Development Company South Epy Methodist Episcopal Church Univer Methodist Episcopal Church, South Comony Spany J. T. Riley Sam G. Thompson George S. Green C. B. Ames Anton H. Classen Clarke Thdae State Supreme Court Oklahoma Methodise Episcopal Church West Oklahoma Methodist Episenqal Church Jude Clarke Foworth University Ite Budge Clark

Millionaire Will Promises Fortune If He Marries

Chattanooga tale says private Charles Hoffman of Fort Oglethorpe is heir to 1.5 million dollars from Detroit uncle Marvin Royer. To claim, Hoffman must wed within a year, per will provisions. Detroit chair maker Fred Hoffman named as father. In New York, John L. Murrary, Broadway restaurant proprietor, died at home after a lengthy illness.

Chattanooga Tenn Charles Hoffman Fifty-second United States Infantry Fort Oglethorpe Marvin Royer Detroit Mick Hoffman Fred Hoffman Hoffman New York John L. Murs Ray Broadway

Witnesses Must Stay All Winter If Trial Delayed

In EWARD Alaska Alig SL EF forts were made today to est by Monday the trial of AF Mc Lean a government teacher at Nushagak Bristol May began yesterday charged with the murder of his native wife. The government seeks to avoid the expense of keeping witnesses through winter. Some would stay if the trial cannot finish by Monday when the Santa Anta sails on the season’s last trip. The case is expected to be the most expensive in territory history. Witnesses came nearly 2000 miles last fall to testify before the Valdez grand jury and were brought here as well.

Eward Alaska AF McLean Nushagak Bristol Kristal Hay Santa Anta Valdez

Governor orders inquiry started on wine seizure

Governor Williams directs Attorney General Freeling to investigate alleged sacramental wine seizure by Cleveland county officers in Norman. Father Metter’s letter claims wine was stored in Judge Burk’s courtroom, consumed, and that the judge appeared intoxicated. Hearst will not seek New York mayoral nomination. decision filed with elections board.

Williams Father Metter Cleveland County Custer Burk Freeling Hearst New York Ang William R Hearst

Governor Williams Letter Explains War Attitude To Gore

Governor Williams releases a public letter to Senator Gore detailing his war stance and noting he would appoint a replacement should Gore resign. The letter, signed by Williams, discusses opposition to Gore’s position and outlines steps for succession while touching on wartime policy and political strategy.

Three Held For Poisoning of Step Mother in Durant Jail

Durant Oklahoma Special report states former husband Langston Colbert and his daughter Minnie with Susie Colbert and minors are jailed after step mother Mpa Fula Langston died from strychnine poisoning. Neighbors had suspicion after the July death. exhumation and post mortem found poison. The girl allegedly confessed after weeks of questioning.

Susie Calhert Langston James Minnie Oberlin

Father Of Girl's Alleged Slayer May Refuse Aid

SHAWNEE Oklahoma Angl Special That he will refuse to spend any money in the defense of his son should the weight of evidence produced at his preliminary hearing test Tuesday show him to be probably guilty statement made by the father of Feed O Neil charged with complicity in the murder of Miss Klea Stone of Kemona according to information reaching Were today The elder CY Neil is owner of a store at Tipelo and after ending the term as school teacher at the Vamoosa school where he became acquainted with Miss Stone Pred O'Neil assisted his brother a managing another store owned by the father at Konawa 'S am going t sit ae judge at the boy's preliminary hearing the father is quoted as saying and if the evidence shows his guilt beyond a doubt he must pay the penalty I will not spend the money that belongs to my family in a useless and hopeless defense if however there appears a chance at life in innocence I will die everything possible for him of course

Shawnee Okla Ang Jl Feed O' Neil Mise Klee Stone Kemana Toiay CY Neil Tipelo Vamoosa Miss Stone Pred O'Neil Konawa

Kansas City Draft Records Destroyed in Fire

Fire destroyed draft records in Kansas City that covered two hundred twenty two examinations under the selective draft law. The Ninth District exemption board’s three weeks of work were burned, with only the desk arm grammar school desk spared. Re examinations will be necessary.

Kansas City, Ave Two Hundred Owenty Ninth

Celebration Under New County Council in Oklahoma

The Oklahoma County council plans a celebration honoring men chosen under the selective service act. Prospective members include the executive committee, with Gayennie Wel coming for confirmation. State troops lead by Hig Chen Hoy Motfmag and Ferrieral Hellman head the brigade at Camp Bowie Port Worth as awaiting treasurer members of the fir er infantry arrive.

Oklahoma Ecouell Af de Vite Tila Hoffman Hig Chen Hoy Motfmag Ire Oklahoma Infantry Natonal Ferrieral Hellman Te Nom Camp Bowie Port Worth Thie Homa

Gas shutoff threat over Oklahoma City factories and homes

Gas pressure losses from Shamrock field and Morrison pool delays threaten October supply. Oklahoma Gas and Electric warns manufacturers to prepare immediate shutoffs as nine pounds of pressure appear from thirty, risking home heating during the first cold snap. A Morrison line completion by November 15 aims to restore flow to main users.

Shamrock Oklahoma City Oklahoma Morrison Pool Morris & Co, Wilton & Co Railway Company Ten Biscuitpany American Brick and File Manus American Rick and Tile Company Molinard Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company Byllesby Corporation Oklahoma Nebeural Gas Company Glean Braden Tulsa Braden Morrison Wellatom

Mis Elale Stone Photograph Reveals Local Incident Claims

A fragmentary report describes a photograph of a local figure linked to a murder case involving Ir AH Yates and Pred O'Neil of Konawa. Seminale County attorney cites information to prove an alleged five day operation at the Ker awa office, with Heath and O'Neil connected to a school event at Vanesa.

Mis Elale Mics Phe Stone Suhowl Ilrath Ir AH Yates Pred O'Neil Konawa Clarkes Seminale County Rie Wan Het Ne Yatra Kerawa Heath Ste Twaghy O'Neil Vanesa

Oklahoma Wheat Prices Near Basic Sale Figure

Oklahoma wheat will bring about 210 to 215 on sales, with $220 as a base price used by the food administration. Red winter wheat dominates Oklahoma production at about 231, soft red winter around 221. Prices vary by grade and market, with Kansas City cited as the primary market for much of the state’s output.

Oklahoma Col NW Lingenfelter State Board of Agriculture The Food Administration Karinas City Kinhoma Linene Kelsey Lingenfelter

Foreign corporations to be prosecuted in state

Following a state report the attorney general was directed to prosecute 750 foreign corporations for unpaid fees. The move targets major firms, with railroads among those owing the state, except one company. The action follows a secretary of state memo to the governor outlining the failure to pay assessments.

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Twelve Pacific Steamers Overdue at Port

Twelve sailing vessels are overdue at the port as reported by local officials. The overdue ships include the steamer Lalita Whalen and eleven other vessels, with one en route to a party when last observed. Officials caution delays may impact trade and harbor operations.

Diinmierie

Bread price set at five cents under wheat price fix

Washington August 1 the price fixing committee approved a 220 per bushel wheat price and a 14 ounce loaf of bread priced at five cents to allow fair profit for flour manufacturers and bakers. The plan includes licensing for flour and bread dealers and government control of bakeries if needed.

Washington Insight Chicago Fond Administration Ias Oklahome

Feast for Sunday: The Oklahoman Series Feature

The Oklahoman Sunday offers a special feature by food expert Lorne Cishorne on wardening a shift to poetry and a piece about training of negro officers. Also includes color comics, state oil and mineral news, international wire reports, and a variety of tales.

Cy Dteoaulee Prancinale Lorne Cishorne Tee Feeure Kaiser’s Court State Oil and Mineral News

Child Labor Law Declared Unconstitutional in Court

In Greensboro North Carolina Jie James E Boyd appeared as defense, the court ruled the child labor law unconstitutional. The decision centers on the validity of measures restricting child workers and the ruling may affect similar statutes in other jurisdictions.

Reensboro NOC James E Boyd Oyvirent Ceating- Owen Sritutional

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