25 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1919
Page
1
British outlines for a league with guardianship aims and sovereign nation debates were discussed as U S President Wilson and allies debate the plan. The supreme council warned territorial gains require peaceful methods, while Wilson seeks his own ideas beyond the British draft. Delegates plan long sessions to push toward tangible peace results.
Main Street from Robinson to Hudson Avenue will be patched and resurfaced by J C Walton's crew. All other work is halted to finish before the automobile show. Work will continue as long as materials and funds from the department of public works are available.
Instructional note describes stamp purchases at the Oklahoma City post office with marching drill like steps and salutes. It warns the postmaster will be busy, then explains a move of the stamp department to the north side of the federal building and changes to money order division opening.
Sharp division among members of the house naval committee delayed final action on a new three year building program until after the peace conference decision on world disarmament. Administration leaders in congress may appeal to democratic members to vote solidly for the program. Sixteen capital ships are planned including six battle cruisers.
Rey F Violette pastor of First Christian church of Kansas City has been engaged to deliver the principal address at the Roosevelt memorial on February 9. Organizers have not chosen the venue, with possibilities including the state fair grounds auditorium or a large church in town.
A garbled weather and health note references a dentist claim about bad teeth causing rheumatism and foot pain. The text toggles between fractions of conversation and unclear dates or places, with a stray temperature remark. The readable parts suggest a town discussion about medical beliefs and daily conditions.
A brief report notes an agreement between the Senate and House on a disputed plan referenced by Lee Harp. The article outlines the key differences identified in the plan and the implications for the lawmakers and stakeholders.
Governors Dorsn seeks a middle ground over appointing commission members. He rejects full control or complete ministerial power and favors a plan where the governor names appointees from a committee list or agency submissions. Senate plans on naming process would require confirmation by the Senate.
London report cites Daily Mail dateline January 25 stating a sensational special edition claims the ex Kaiser and his family intend to return to Germany once the national assembly grants legal venetization.
Bremen doctors and chemists announce a strike in Bremen as soon as political strikes end. The action aims to disrupt supply of food gas and electricity unless citizens are released or traffic resumes. Berlin Lokal Anzeiger reports the plan pending further political developments.
Tickets sales indicate a large turnout for the Chamber of Commerce luncheon to introduce Captain Charles EB Hall. The event is set for next Monday at 12 45 in the chamber rooms and is expected to be among the biggest meetings in months with forty attendees confirmed by organizers.
Paris authorities requisition the subway street car and automobile bus systems amid a general strike by the transit employees. The government said it could not allow any chance of discord and vowed to maintain essential services while controlling operations and personnel.
A chaotic scene unfolds as visiting dignitaries and staff mingle at the French capital palace. Citizens, officials, and workers observe the event with mixed awe and concern while the president and entourage tour the grand residence.
Detectives struggled to solve the death of Miss Josephine McDonald aged 4, found near the Lake Shore Drive on the north side. Initial theories suggested automobile crash or murder with body dumped from a car. The victim, sister of a politician and city hall employee, had multiple injuries.
Four members of the Oklahoma City board of education will retire May 1 1919. Candidates for the April city election not formally announced. John Hope ward two retiring as president mayors bid mentioned. Coates will likely seek re election Morris and Strong undecided on nominations.
All limited service men in the state are to report at Camp Bowie in Fort Worth Texas next Monday to be mustered out of service. Two men remain Whitaker who will work at Liberty Refining Olsen Texas and Hodges who will return to Oklahoma City to join Western Bank Supply. They are with Board No 4.
Washington reports armistice day figures placing the American western front force second only to France. As of November 1, U S troops on the western front numbered about 1 981 00, compared with France at 2 59 000. British forces totaled 718 000 with Belgian and Italian contingents around 200 000. These counts reflect ration strength including all fed troops, casualties, and support. Through January 24, the U S had discharged 57 406 officers and 585 117 men, while Britain had discharged 12 759 officers and 588 9K men, with a total discharge order in the United States at 1 000 900.
In Lisbon on Thursday and Friday sporadic clashes between republicans and monarchists continued across the city. Reports indicate republican forces gained ground with the monarchists appearing to retreat in several districts.
London dispatch details losses late in January when nine submarines were sunk at Hun by German forces. Of the 39 British ships lost, 30 fell in a single engagement, marking a heavy wartime toll and signaling a major naval action.
Hopper, a terrier noted as one of Oklahoma City’s toughest dogs, mingled with Shriners at the Masonic temple yard. A broom handle in his jaws provoked a playful stamp of the Shriners, as a Shriner in a Pa tikma costume mounted a Shrine motor truck and dancers performed an oriental routine before Hopper retreated toward the Santa Fe tracks.
Washington January 25 The annual Indian appropriation bill was reported favorably by the house this afternoon. Oklahoma items were included in the measure emphasizing aid and services for tribes within the state.
Prices for eggs are slated to fall next Monday as wholesale costs ease from 19 to 16 cents per dozen. Retail prices expected to decline in kind after wholesale cuts, with weather and industry activity lifting the supply in Oklahoma and Chicago markets. Cheese prices also eased slightly at wholesale, while retail cheese held firm with losses mounting for sellers.
New York reports 28 German ships allotted to the United States for troop transport, aggregating 49 000 tons, including the Hamburg American line vessel. authoritative sources confirm the wartime shipment figures and fleet allocation.
Governor Robertson says lack of funds drives poor conditions at the institution and opposes proposed appropriations. He notes staff shortages and inadequate laundry and sewing facilities. inmates are to be separated by age and offense to address moral decline concerns. The administration argues current arrangements are untenable and favors closing the home rather than expanding it under existing rules.
A disjointed OCR note discusses printing bids, a printer contract, and a House Speaker’s actions. It mentions a printing firm and a committee, with references to Oklahoma and political figures, citing delays and potential consequences in a parliamentary session.
Practical completion of the gas pipeline between Oklahoma City and Cement field announced by Oklahoma Natural Gas. About miles of pipe laid with three men at work, remaining tasks include a river crossing and final connections.
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