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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1920
Page
1
City teachers plan a two month publicity campaign to win a 40 to 50 percent pay raise. Business leaders and the board of education will back the effort, using property tax increases and an education campaign to explain the need and cost.
fragmented OCR notes describe Federal Reserve branch staffing and changes with references to Eugene, Oklahoma, and new appointments. mentions 200 employees for operation and board appointments in Washington.
Self styled German Baron released from federal prison in McNeil Island seeks a visit with his former wife. He declared intention to depart for Tacoma and then San Francisco to pursue reconciliation, stating plans to seek deportation as an undesirable alien but maintaining ownership interests and facing a $1000 fine. He previously asserted self status as a pampers and faced immigration authorities before release.
General John J. Pershing states in a letter that American lives were not needlessly wasted on Armistice Day or at any time during the war. The message was made public today despite garbled transcription errors in the source.
Report from a committee meeting reveals Missouri teachers receive a monthly wage of twenty five dollars. Officials said the pay is inadequate and discussed possible steps to address the issue. The meeting highlighted low educator salaries and urged action.
An 18 year old man was attacked after leaving a train in the Banta Fe pords area. The assailants reportedly blocked his path, and he became the victim of a robbery. Police are investigating the incident and seeking witnesses.
A strong appeal to pool frites and United States pay and need for the League of Nations service will be made in the new year. Alfred Genedimer spearheads the effort in the St. Martin area, per London dispatches.
W R Mary Linean secretary states contracts for the Ohishoma City Coliseum annex were approved after required pledges were met. Dunning Construction Company awarded the bid and work is slated to begin immediately on the annex as part of the main project.
A chaotic item recounts a Navy officer Lieutenant Commander B Melendy from Oklahoma City facing an uproar after a drinking session with fifteen girls. The piece notes questions about his mustache uniform and a possible trip to Wheat and veers into scattered gossip without clear timing or outcome.
A plan calls for a Billy Sunday Tabernacle on Shartel Avenue between Thirteenth and Fourteenth Streets. The 200 by 290 foot building would cost between 610 and 25,000 dollars with construction led by Sunday’s organization and contractor J Moree arriving for a conference with Mr. Marre. A general management committee is named including PRA C Maird Frank Bonet Forney Hutchinson JB Poder Martace OW Jimernon Dean Dutton WE Bean and Mr Wedding.
City official Lillard pushes steeper fines and enforcement, arguing the ordinance should raise penalties for littering. He notes possible court tests and cites complaints filed by residents as supporters.
The Wisconsin district faces a clash after Jonah Vitor Berger is excluded from Congress following a party protest. Republicans and Democrats react as a special election is planned and the party vows continued nominations despite the vote.
Madrid Jas 10 The nationwide labor unrest worsened by a prison mutiny at Baragoem. Thirteen prisoners were immediately arrested and court martialed for death. Army officers away from Baragoem were recalled to restore order as the Premier vows firm action.
McGraw explains support for General Wood as best for the Republican party and nation. He cites national developments and says Wood is the strongest candidate who can unite the party and win the presidency, with Oklahoma Republicans aligning behind Wood.
A report details a family of ten, including a father and eight children, all discovered living in one room. The unusual assembly was found in a one-room dwelling as authorities investigated the residence.
Amid rumors and Allied notes Germany moves toward ending the war as socialists challenge Ebert. A treaty and formal ceremony follow, with Clemenceau and Lloyd George present. tension rises during the signing and ceremonial moments as German delegates respond to the terms.
The report outlines a January 16 start for a new league. It notes discussions among officials, the treaty of Versailles context, and expected ratifications pending in the Senate. Reports from London and Berlin describe political upheaval and the Allied peace process shaping the launch date.
Report states more than 5,000 homes were built in the state, with loans and bonds totaling over 671 million dollars. At the state convention, furn items were discussed including financing, gas form bylaws, and fee cancellations. Eugene Potom chaired the Oklahoma Hawkers' association session addressing relations and outcomes.
A man was jailed after arrest on charges involving forging checks connected to a payroll scheme. Investigations indicate the suspect tampered with wage records and used the mail and city payroll to circulate fraudulent checks. Court records show a pending bond and continued detention as authorities pursue related leads.
News service report claims Woodrow Wilson faces pressure within the Democratic party over a potential third term bid. The piece notes factions opposing immediate ratification and discusses the political maneuvering among Bryan supporters, the president, and potential succession if he withdraws.
British prees reports strike actions intensifying, focusing on the Ruhr district where railway workers face accusations amid broader economic and political tension. The piece notes confusion over aims and the risk of broader disruption spreading through industry and transport.
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