07 Feb 1920
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1920
Page
1
A heated exchange between Chamber and Laur centers on the open shop issue. Eagh accuses the other of dodging the matter while a labor official says we are sitting in a stacked game. Fight over referendums and methods of campaigning looms as Friday approaches.
The defense and prosecution completed testimony in the Lowden Carl murder trial of Newel Lassinger after a lengthy five and a half day session, with the defense outlining key points and the court noting the proceedings on Friday morning.
PARI and BERLIN report amid Allied pressure as France seeks to extradite German officials. A council communique says the alliance favors delivering the list to Germany via France in the name of Allied nations. Berlin lists twelve admirals and many officers named for extradition.
Florence Erwp was found by police after an incident in the city. Details are sparse but authorities confirmed the discovery and ongoing investigation. Local officials urge residents to stay alert and report any further information.
Wounded men to be honored in a Pershing Day event announced by J. A. Whiteford, with General Pershing reviewing the injured separately. The plan includes school activity and a special program, noting no general school dismissal and ongoing duties for teachers.
A welfare board action resulted in saving a young girl’s life. The report notes swift intervention by board members and local officials, outlining the circumstances and the protective steps taken to ensure the child’s safety and well-being.
A riot erupted when a crowd of African American residents hunted whisky in a city area, prompting police intervention. The unrest began with an informal dig for liquor and escalated into clashes that required law enforcement to restore order.
Monthly welfare board report shows increased delinquency among boys and girls in Oklahoma City. Data highlights youths aged 14 to 17, with rising numbers across the city.
A youth missing for five days returned home after claiming he moved and drank prom Creek, facing a mental derangement and limited questioning due to weak condition. His father reported confusing statements about his location, searches, and desire to return to Houston with his brother, under nursing care at home.
United States Bureau statistics reveal widespread railroad looting in 1919 with losses up to forty five million dollars. The report notes thefts rose with wartime freight demands and that thieves used concealed methods to steal merchandise and shipped goods.
Fragmented OCR notes mention Lafayette and General Pershing with references to a late diner jewelry store and a hardware store. It includes inconsistent dates, a price of 28 dollars, and unclear events about a parade or display, with no coherent narrative or clear outcome.
Conferees on the railroad bill announce a government guarantee of a five percent return for two years, with after the period a fixed rate to be set by Interstate Commerce Commission. The plan proposes gradual return to private control, details on financing and appraised railroad valuations, and notes potential loans for ongoing road maintenance.
LONDON Feb 6 A visiting party with Viscount Jellicoe found an American, a Frenchman, and a Tahitian stranded on Christmas Island after two years alone. They lived on coconuts and fish and had no news from outside world. They welcomed relief and offered thanks for rescue.
The report notes that Secretary of the Interior Lane’s resignation is in President Wilson’s hands. Lane, born in Canada, has served long in the interior department and commerce commission. His formal resignation could occur in March if not delayed by the President.
A rescue operation saved sixty people from the steamer Princess Anne after it stranded on a bar near Reskamay. Forty four crew and passengers remained aboard as coast guard vessels fought heavy seas to reach safety amid the storm.
A fragmented report notes President Ten endorsing Democratic proposals amid reservations on treaty provisions. The discussion centers on interpretative safeguards and potential implications for ongoing negotiations, with emphasis on urging compromise to reaffirm broader policy aims.
A garbled note references a push for farmers in Congress with unclear details. The fragmented text mentions a pun and political action in a legislative context, but no concrete names dates or places are readable.
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