10 Jan 1917
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1917
Page
1
Fire destroyed the ex position building at the fair grounds around 2 30 this morning. Fire chief Ross M says arson is suspected though no motive is established. Directors meet to plan a larger modern fireproof replacement. Total loss about 23000 with insurance coverage noted.
In a civil action the plaintiff cites consent as a key factor with the wife attributing agreement to the dispute. The case involves disputed property and potential recovery implications under local statutes.
Naval recruiting numbers shatter previous records in New York as the yard reports surge in enlistments and shipyard postings reflect heightened recruitment activity across the region.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a weather forecast note with repeated phrases about fair conditions and leather-related terms, offering no clear date, location, or confidence. The readable bits suggest a casual forecast style without specific figures or events.
Judge Julius M Mayer denied an injunction in a copyright suit in New York holding that a spy is a standard element of war fiction. He described spies as villainous in stage and story, noting both male and female spies appear with distinctive traits. The ruling emphasizes spies as a recurring wartime character in novels and plays.
Washington dispatch reports a later House Rules Committee session evaluating a resolution amid questions over stock exchanges and government actions. President Wilson and P. A. Connolly & Co. are named in the incomplete battle over the probe.
Washington reports a pronounced wave of several days duration is set to overspread the New England and Atlantic coast with a major storm sweeping in from the ocean.
Chicago officials press Mayor William Hale Thompson with questions as State's Attorney Hoyne links Chief of Police Healy to bribery in a widening graft case. Hoyne cites raids and confessions tying Healy to illicit payments and license restorations.
An accident victim remains unconscious as medical staff monitor condition and provide treatment. No further details on time or cause are available in the fragment.
Rey Hinterliter, a youth, convicted of manslaughter in the death of Beth Ratcliffe last July. He received a life term after a lengthy jury deliberation. He admitted using surgical instruments during an illegal operation that led to her collapse. The judge noted press publicity and the board of pardons could affect release.
The Oklahoma House passed a resolution inviting William J. Bryan to address a joint session on his Oklahoma visit January 25. Republicans backed the Bancas’ appeal. Debate touched on moving the capital. several committee chairs named include Fish and Game, Purchase of Coal and Asphalt Land, Five Civilised Tribes relation, Capitol Building.
In Berlin Neukoelln a suburb lost 210000 marks to three crooks in a sausage and bacon scam. Authorities probe eight week investigation to locate the culprits, finding the supposed venture did not exist.
About 1800 dollars in permits issued in Anderson city area as authorities report ongoing construction activity. Officials cite renewal and new projects in various neighborhoods with permits granted through local building department.
In Purcell Oklahoma a man recently married faced a jury described as biased by the defense for inyong a jury of locals. The jury ruled him guilty of property under fake pretense and set punishment described as a Dutch tanch amid protests.
Colonel William Frederick Cody known as Buffalo Bill died in Er, Colorado at 12 05 P M after a brief coma. He passed away at the home of his sister with his wife and daughter present. Decker of Denver is named as his sister.
C B Moss of New Iberia Louisiana a wealthy hotelier in New Orleans died by a gunshot to the temple today. He left notes to his wife and to the hotel proprietor stating he believed it best to end his life amid personal hypocrisy.
A Neighborhood Row resident, Beatricou a West We avenue, stands trial in county court for allegedly assaulting Mrs. E. Klei on May 14 last year. Jury summoned. defense asserts the accused harmed Mrs. Hiewsten's child. Twenty neighborhood witnesses have been called, mostly men.
Nebraska students protest a military drill near Gee fence, voicing opposition to the drill within school grounds and urging alternatives while the scene draws attention from staff and neighboring residents.
San Francisco report states the Bopp case will go to a jury today with proceedings set to determine verdicts. The fragment references local timing and trial procedures, noting courtroom activity and expected jury deliberations.
New York reports persist rumors of a German raider encounter in the Atlantic with a Volvo line steamer Voltaire. Details are unclear on vessel identity and location as warnings spread to Bermuda and Lisetgot. The Voltaire left Lisetgot in November bound for New York amid scattered warnings of a 4000 ton, 45 foot beam ship armed with rifles.
A British steamer named Ila with cargo of about 7,000 bales of cotton ran aground near the coast on December 21. The incident triggered rescue efforts and prompted authorities to assess damage and determine responsibility.
Two motorcycle officers were patrolling today following a one sided incident involving a rider. Officer Joe Braun is reported to be in condition after the collision.
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