30 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1919
Page
1
Investigators and lawmakers discuss steps after a proposed impeachment process involving Matthews. Attorney General Freely Huseve may offer an opinion to the legislative probing committee, with plans for confidential consultations and possible legal guidance to the Senate investigative panel.
A draft order to lift all restrictions on active coal including price and zone rules has been prepared by the re administration and awaits Administrator Garfield's signature to take effect. An official announcement is expected soon.
Washington notes that strikes may yield little. Pier, head of Emergency Fleet, says government likely to cut back work if wages stay high. He cites higher costs and reduced output on Atlantic coast yards, with pay proposals rising from one to two dollars while productivity falls.
Little Rock Ark January 9 The Little Rock cotton exchange and Governor Brougham endorsed cutting cotton acreage this year and issued a proclamation declaring Saturday February 15 a safe and sane farming day Farmers are urged to assemble by county to discuss reducing cotton and increasing grain and food crops.
A fragmentary report discusses the German assembly location and the possibility of a first president. It mentions Berlin and aims to identify a key figure capable of leading postshock energy or reforms, with references to central party interests and provisional leadership.
Washington proceedings show members of the House Interstate Commerce Committee weighing witnesses and statements in a probe into possible Packers conspiracies. Rep Wartslow presses for witness names. final action postponed as discussions continue. Report references Swift and other firms during a noisy hearing with agricultural committee.
Miss Margaret Watson from Detroit sues Jon Seager of 3A Wall Street New York alleging breach of promise of marriage after he failed to wed her following a meal at Hotel Endicott. Her lawyers Levy and Levy say she was a professional stenographer and movie picture artist who quit a job to pursue the alliance. The suit claims she endured loss of wealth status and personal life due to his refusal to marry.
A detailed investigation reported widespread failure to pay allotments in Oklahoma County affecting many families, with copies sent to Senator Gore and Representatives Ferris and Thompson. Separately, plans for a Young Women Democratic club formation in Paris with events and a pending leadership election were announced, including a reception at Knights of Columbus hall and a council chamber meeting.
In Newton county Missouri or Arkansas, residents burned the body of John Kiefer after his suicide as retribution for the murder of Miss Mary Clayborn age 18. Clayborn's father A B Clayborn a Deer merchant employed Kiefer who allegedly shot her twice then slit her throat and killed himself with poison. Sheriff G F Carlton reported the tragedy.
The debate centers on a roads bill and salary limits for officials, with quotes from Senators Thomas and John Gels about manning and costs. The discussion touches on funding, road improvements, and potential opposition from interest groups, noting fear of overexpansion and the need for a pay ceiling. Also reported: a cargo arrival from the Orient and the return of a U S cruiser with troops from Brest.
Fragmented OCR notes describe D. S. C. awards and wearers with scattered personal names, places, and dates. The text appears as garbled lines about the D. S. C. insignia and related ceremonial references, interspersed with stray words and unreadable segments.
The article reports on a heated public discussion at the city auditorium about dancing's role in a community venue. Reverend Dean Mate defends the program as constructive, while proponents view it as wholesome recreation. Police and officials monitor the event as city leaders contemplate further inquiries and oversight.
Prices for eggs fell to 45 cents at a local grocery with dealers reporting varied discounts. The general average among dealers on Grand Avenue was 33 cents while a large Robinson Avenue store advertised 43 cents the lowest in Oklahoma City for over a year. Water, cheese, and other commodities held steady.
Paris January special reports a British adventurer and archaeologist named Lawrence has become a central figure at the peace conference. The 32 year old colonel, famed for his role in Palestine and Syria, led a volunteer force that helped capture Damascus and reshaped the Eastern front. Wounded repeatedly, he evaded capture and gained a legendary status among Arabs and Allies. Continued on page six column seven.
The Evening Standard correspondent reports heavy penalties and reparations debates from wartime talks. Serbia would receive first consideration for indemnity, while Germany’s blanket indemnity plans were abandoned. Britain seeks in kind reparations for air raids and merchant shipping losses, as leaders including Massey of New Zealand express reluctance to discuss intervene actions.
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