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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1915
Page
1
The state house moved to calendar a bill funding a governor offered reward for bank robbers. The measure, HB 87 by Carpenter, Simpson and Miller, outlines appropriations for law enforcement and suggests establishing a commission to oversee anti robbery efforts. The session also discussed regulations on combatant fights and related public notices.
In a congested report from Rowton January 18 a historic vote on suffrage stalled as lawmakers failed to secure the necessary two thirds. The delay dampens Carter era momentum and delays a potential referendum while ships and wool shipments from Apt Australia are noted in transit to the United States under an environmental agreement.
The opening of bids for Capitol work is scheduled for tomorrow. Officials detailed the process and the Capitol commission plans, with selections expected from the panel including named members and candidates. preparations focus on site, timeline, and funding.
A World War I battlefield report notes German forces sweeping hills to clear French trenches near Nieuport and Ypres. It mentions air and artillery activity, limited Allied counterattacks, and German advances along the Liège front with emphasis on feints and successful repulses. Reports cite evacuations of specific trenches and ongoing artillery bombardment.
London dispatch reports Turkish forces occupying the Persian city of Qom, with Teheran noting the occupation as part of advances in the region. Russian troops garrison the remaining areas, while British influence is cited over parts north of the area. A minor incursion and retreat are described as troops regroup near the Aras River.
Two of three robbers who struck the First National Bank of Tertton yesterday were captured near Pawnee county and jailed. Deputy Hob Moore was killed, and most of the estimated $1,000 stolen was recovered as pursuing posses closed in on the trio. One bandit remains at large while authorities press the hunt with hope of capture today.
Vera Oklahoma January 13 two unmasked men forced bank officers to hand over 1400 at the State Bank of Vera as 400 residents slept. A second daylight heist occurred in Garber where five bandits blew the safe of Garber State Bank and fled with 2500. Local bankers officials discuss penalties and law measures to curb rising bank robberies across Oklahoma amid dawn and daylight incidents and proposals for specialized squads.
Testimony in the Carter trial described his confession to Maur and the courtroom scene when Charles Staley was killed. The case centers on Frank Carter charged with murder after a December 15 shooting at the scene, with Stanley and others present. A pocket knife and blood were shown in court as evidence.
Governor Hayshiie grants a 45 day respite to Clarence Dewetn and Joe Strog, each sentenced to death for the killing of an elderly Benton storekeeper. The delay aims to assess a new law partially revising capital punishment. Both youths are slightly over 21 and their executions were scheduled for Thursday.
The text reports Pope Benedict engaging in negotiations with Germany in an effort to secure the release or better treatment of prisoners held under varying charges. It notes detainees who have been proven guilty and others not serious, seeking favorable terms.
Italians form a coalition of groups to unite efforts and defend the country from military threat. The assembly, presided by a noble figure, aims to coordinate various farlorn organizations and bolster national defense.
A lengthy critique cites banker and reformer J D Lankford arguing lawmakers should act quickly to fund a 61000 grant to aid police in capturing bank robbers. The piece links recent robberies and the state’s crime wave to permissive attitudes and lax enforcement, urging swift legislative action and stronger public safety measures.
Aire Maye Hallock a stenographer, seriously injured when struck by an automobile driven by GW Rebbard of the Southwestern Cottage Company at Robinson Avenue and Melo Street at 8 o'clock this morning. Ambulances rushed her to 120 Kaw Street hospital. condition reported not serious but with internal injuries. Hallock, widow and mother of a three year old boy, was on her way to work when struck. Doctor said treatment ongoing. plant at The Center Office largely damaged.
Report from Nattleville Oklahoma claims banks near Osage County have hired ten gunmen described as fearless for protection. Guards are heavily armed and stationed to spot and deter possible bank robberies, with monitoring of town streets and vantage points to deter any assault or attempt.
The board of affairs makes arrangements for supplies for the House of Representatives. Reading unclear, the note mentions a company and shipments, with references to dates and a printing or press context. The readable portion indicates a contract or procurement activity related to office supplies and possibly a vendor named in the fragment.
A severe earthquake caused damage to historic structures on the Plassan Jonnd area near St. Andres church. Residents fled as walls cracked and roofs collapsed, though no lives were lost. Careful assessments underway of old Bathtime place and nearby sites.
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