Steamer Sinks. 49 Crewmembers Lost
A distressed steamer sank leaving 49 sailors lost with only a few survivors reported. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate the incident and identify the vessel.
19 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1920
Page
1
A distressed steamer sank leaving 49 sailors lost with only a few survivors reported. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate the incident and identify the vessel.
A dramatic report describes five steamers crippled during a heavy congestion event near New Jersey. Authorities, including commander Marreters, signal evacuation and controlled repairs as passengers seek safety amid rising water and damaged vessels.
Amid a turbulent inquiry, officials and senators debated naval decorations and duty orders. Secretary Tumulty defended the navy’s actions while Rear Admiral statements stressed discipline and allegiance to the flag, as committee members sought clarity on distribution of commands and official duties.
The article records a heated exchange among Republican figures over Hamon and party loyalties. McGraw asserts influence within the party, while Freeman and Vatier are cited regarding campaign funding. Mason Jake Hamon and J L Mason are discussed, with references to Oklahoma politics, gubernatorial hopes, and internal party contention.
A fragmented report references Hamon approving Harrelds vote amid unclear remarks about a letter, harmony in Iran, and a March election. It notes a congressman and a summary election context, with scattered phrases and no coherent sequence of events.
Bulletin from Custer City Ohio reports deputy enertt Wil Hamilton killed Sunday afternoon in Canton during an altercation with a man who had been nursing a grudge toward law enforcement. The assailant, an unarmed man, is described as thirty five miles north of the place and the account notes the officer's attitude toward authority.
Fragmentary note describes demolition of damaged hotel walls attributed to a local authority. Mentions Mark Kester and public measures, with unclear remainder of names and dates.
Hupetore of the Oklahoma Motor Car Designs and Perm Power Equipment company plan an automotive show at Security Motorompamy Wert Male em. The date will be chosen tonight to be held during the week beginning March 22. A contract with Dunning Construction has been signed and work is to be finished within its term.
The Chamber of Commerce announced the arrangement committee for the annual trade excursion. It will be headed by O. M. Russell with members A. Mincell and J. Dunbar, plus an officio member. The committee to represent the traffic association was recommended by the board at Roos today and will be named when it meets tomorrow.
January 19 Chicago reports a pair of 600 volunteer nurses working from eight diagen sarlee units to check the spread of influenza. A survey shows 1,208 cases previously. officials say fewer cases in the last 34 hours but many mild. Fourteen deaths yesterday include pneumonia and influenza, per health department.
About $1508 worth of silk and shoes believed stolen from the general merchandise store in Bristow was recovered today by Jake Merrinas, pinte cofheeman. It was found in a large on in an siley between California.
Reports indicate the Akintook disease is waning in Oklahoma with no new cases in Akintook and several deaths previously attributed to it. Health officials note a few mild cases in Oklahoma City while Judge Doyle and hospital staff recover or return to work.
A dispatch from Paris reports the Dutch government urged Wilhelm II to surrender to Allied forces. The note references a request dated May 1 1918 and mentions efforts to deter German actions while outlining broader wartime logistics and demands.
British warships set sail from Malta on a secret voyage toward the Black Sea with stores aboard. The flotilla, reportedly including ships from a leading navy, is described as leaving Malta on Friday and expected to be out for several days as officials track the movement and purpose of the mission.
An 11 year old boy suffered severe burns in a fire at the Hampstead orphanage. Fire Chief Tony Meyer and rescuers attempted rapid aid as another boy, 16, died. Mark Kaley and Tomy Meyer aided victims amid muddy streets and a chaotic scene before the flames were contained.
The American Revolution group plans a convention in Oklahoma, with 11 delegates. Apollo Club to perform at Nevada High School auditorium featuring Tenor Ted Miller who has sung with the New York Oratorio Society.
Fragmented OCR text questions whether the indictment of Giddings may be dismissed. It mentions conspiracy charges involving telegraphers, the court, and attorneys, but the readable material is garbled and incomplete.
Serum delivered from Washington to Fordham Hospital saved the life of a 9 year old girl after olive poison. Parents and siblings died within a week of the poison incident. The serum arrived late and was administered, and doctors expect the girl to recover. The family faced multiple fatalities from the olive poisoning, with one sibling dying the same night.
Fragmentary note indicates a plan or inquiry about mail by carrier AML outside Oklahoma City, mentioning weekly and yearly quantities or rates. Details are unclear but suggest logistics or pricing questions for outbound mail via a carrier.
A chaotic case involving claims of theft and assault was settled for $12,000 after jury selection and tumult in court. Names and details swirl in a fragmentary report as proceedings concluded with a discreet ending and a hush over the courtroom.
The Supreme Court will pass upon the legality of the federal prohibition amendment. Justices consider the constitutionality and enforcement provisions while hearing motions and arguments led by the Attorney General. Rhode Island authorities defend the measure, contending it does not violate the Fifteenth Amendment or state powers.
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