30 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1915
Page
1
A garbled dispatch describes Ottoman forces on an eastern front near a capital city under bombardment and retreat. It mentions Turkish troops, trench actions, and shifting lines, with references to Russian or Allied counter-movements and strategic positions.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions weather conditions and names in a nonsensical string. The readable parts reference atmospheric topics, locations, and dates, but lack coherent structure or clear events to report. The piece appears to be a corrupted transcription from a historical newspaper page.
The report describes a chaotic scene at the Okiahone Stock Yards Serum company site as officials discuss a parliamentary style naval building fight. Key figures include Lollar, Padgett, and secretary panels as discussions turn to funding and safety. New York Bandits and other groups are mentioned in a sweeping, jumbled narrative.
In New York a trio entered a store on the upper east side and bound three clerks with revolvers. They gagged the clerks and stole jewelry and 170 in cash after tying and tying them, then fled. The incident left the store inventory disrupted and the house value estimated at 15 CH.
A regional government in Africa restricts outbound food shipments amid rising domestic needs. Officials cited stability and price control, detailing limited exemptions for essential supplies and pending further economic measures. Local merchants expressed concern over supply disruption and potential inflation impacts.
The article reports that the life sentence of a man charged with dynamiting a house to kill was confirmed by Presiding Judge Thoman. It details the conspiracy involving Irvin, John Coombs, and others, the destruction of the Taft home, and the deaths of two children. Testimony and alleged deeds tied to Hardy Selle and others are noted, with references to relatives, factions, and related investigations.
A full agreement outlines conditions for joint sessions and committee actions between the governor and legislature. It emphasizes timely scheduling, potential veto considerations, and a path toward broader cooperation on constitutional matters while noting possible delays in legislative work.
The Oklahoma state offices will be transferred from the present Capitol area to the Mercantile Building by noon. Officials argued the move could consolidate department space, with two to three rooms becoming one or two, saving expenses. The Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington denied Morgan’s Louisiana and Texas Rail and Steamship Co. rate applications for shipments from New Orleans to Dallas Fort Worth San Antonio and other Texas cities, keeping the existing brewery rate at twenty cents per hundredweight and adjusting shipments to Galveston.
Paris telegram reports Austrian Minister Haro Von Burian sending a note to Bucharest urging Rumanians to avoid fomenting disturbance among the Mirmaenian population in Transylvania. The missive seeks restraint to prevent escalation as tensions rise among ethnic groups in the region.
Official dispatches report Austrian gains on the Warsaw front and German advances toward the Polish capital. Renewed Russian and Romanian notes emerge as Turkish forces are driven back near Tabait, with air operations noting three planes lost and several shots down.
A London committee report urges government action to curb wartime food shortages. It condemns delays in control measures and calls for swift, practical steps to avert looming shortages, proposing better distribution and expedited relief. The document stresses the need for coordinated action by authorities and ports to stabilize supply.
Fragmented weather OCR notes indicate warmer conditions in the central area with developing trends toward milder temperatures midweek. Expect colder nights in the northwest and heavy cloud cover with possible precipitation, while western sections face a potential drop in temperatures by Friday.
A coroner’s inquest finds death by own action of carelessness in an industrial setting. The inquiry questions company responsibility and the role of executives, noting alleged negligence by the firm and possible liability linked to maintenance and safety practices. The verdict emphasizes that the decedent’s actions contributed to the fatal incident and references related legal considerations.
The article reports that Kane resigned as a United States bankruptcy referee and JWrge Selwyn Drougion was appointed to fill the vacancy. Judge Van Whakie is noted to oversee the new docket, with Winkle expected to be sworn in as referee in bankruptcy soon and likely to assume duties by Monday morning. Judge Douglan Lew will oversee the case and is connected to Thomas Coy, a former county attorney.
The page blends wartime reflections with local incidents and personal notices. It cites Secretary Wiele on war limitations, discusses naval strategy ideas, and notes a Worth street disturbance. Also mentions McAdoo family plans and a social engagement involving Thad Crome and Catherine Britton in France.
The poorly legible text mentions figures and names such as Lew and Hatton and references gifts, people, and events. It appears as a rough transcription with many misspellings and missing context. No clear person, date, or action can be reliably identified from the noisy OCR sample.
A report on a Gideons banquet and a dedication service at a local church in Oklahoma City. The event features speakers including Dr. AO Seth and a city official, with plans to distribute 200 Bibles to local hotels.
Fragmented OCR lines reference a court matter involving Judge James Ho Srstrong and a criminal complaint. The garbled text shows alleged weapon use questions, witness statements, and multiple party names, with unclear dates or locations. The record preserves only scattered items and names like Moody, Hh, and Ariel without coherent context.
Reports say Kaiser maintains fir at Soissons battle line amid volleys and heavy fire. Commanders discuss defense as forces push near strategic positions with ongoing engagement noted by correspondents.
Unclear Senate session spills into night as stated officials clash over a major dispute. Recounts show party lines hardening and a push for procedural moves that could affect the bill's fate. The scene centers on key lawmakers and procedural maneuvers shaping the outcome.
Frank's attorney argues for three defendants linked to the Mary Phagan case as trial details unfold. Witnesses described actions and affiliations with the Be Burns agency and other figures amid proceedings touching on the February date and the Tangible evidence regarding the crime.
Whson appoints Derwin as postmaster of Guthrie. Announcement notes Derwin will oversee local mail operations and duties, with the decision forwarded to the general treasury for final approval.
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