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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1916
Page
1
British and French forces push and hold positions as German counterattacks intensify along the Western front. Russian casualties mount in Galicia amid a vast but failing assault. Berlin reports heavy fighting near Vertu and Thiepval with limited gains for the Allies.
Union notices circulated to railroad workers warning of possible strike action and urging members to avoid work stoppages amid ongoing labor tensions. The materials emphasize bargaining among Brotherhoods and emphasize timely responses to avoid disruptions.
Paris newspaper reports Kaiser Wilhelm is distressed by developments in Germany. The Petit Parisien notes the situation is grave and implies a shift in momentum, suggesting a potential turning point. No direct quotes or concrete actions are provided.
A donation of $215 was mailed to support the city troops canteen fund. The letter mentions Capt Harold and Capt Donald R Bontley and notes the contribution was coordinated through The Times. Further details reference the Republic of Texas and camp logistics.
In Waukegan on July 5 the Orpet jury revisited the cyanide poisoning charge against William H Orpet in the Marian Lambert murder case. Dr Ralph W Webster, toxicologist, completed a rebuttal for the state while cross examination by Ralph Potter loomed. The session stretched likely to Friday as key questions targeted details of the poison and prior testimony.
A single Biplane of the American expeditionary force near Namic ia was reported unfit for service when its propeller blade broke in the air. The aviator landed the craft safely with no injuries. Twelve other biplanes in the aero squadron were idle while new steel propellers were offered a few days ago.
A fire swept through the Hobart Mill and Elevator company flour mill in Hobart Oklahoma causing an estimated loss of 35000. The blaze started Friday night and was assisted by a storm and a toppled smokestack. No exact wheat loss was reported. Two patrolmen were killed during a separate incident in Richmond Idaho after a drunken confrontation with police.
reports from New York and nearby states describe an infantile paralysis outbreak with rising cases in the five boroughs and several states. health officials urge more medical volunteers as new infections appear in Newark Chicago and St Louis.
Army dispatch reports officers of the Cillahanna regiment enlisting 600 for a mobilization camp. Recruitment operates under strict medical exams with some rejections. Meanwhile Britain plans a real naval blockade enforcing belligerent rights and the seizure of ships at sea.
An official announcement states a new ordinance will require lights on every vehicle at night starting July 20, with existing lax enforcement except for bicycles and motorcycles. The order, issued by Mayer Cheerhaler, specifies a universal requirement with a few exceptions and notes the change becomes effective July 18.
Paris reports the French government, echoing Britain's stance, has abandoned the London Declaration interpretation of martial law. The decree previously discussed in the morning session is no longer in effect, signaling a shift in policy and control measures.
A preliminary hearing on Senate Campbell Russell's bid to compel the secretary of state to issue a set of orders is postponed to Monday. The session, scheduled for the morning, will be before District Judge Maysow at Foethock, with limited details released.
President Gantt announces the appointment of Nit Lingenfelter a Oklahoma City newspaper man as secretary of the board of agriculture to succeed Lawhead. Lingenfelter will assume duties Monday morning. He has prior ties to the obituary department of The Daily Oklahomann and is noted as a Democrat and witty newspaper figure in Oklahoma.
Conf Confederate veteran Charles Staley dies and will be buried at Sinnock Cemetery after military funeral services. He formerly lived at 425 West Main Street and is mourned by Confederate circles and friends. Playwright Toward Taylor Dies in New York at Age of Years, longtime associate of Mark Twain.
The Times describes daily updates from the eastern camp at Port Sal detailing guard movements and wartime conditions. The correspondent notes the paper’s policy of delivering first with a steady stream of frontier reports.
A garbled dispatch reports a setback in financing as a fracture of a big toe delays decisions on two major foreign loans. The piece mentions political figures and unnamed officials tied to the stalled negotiations and potential impacts on international deals.
El Paso bulletin reports a clash near An Nom causing fourteen Mexican casualties amid three American deaths. Petrograd dispatches say Russian progress continues in Galicia under Count von Bothmer with reports of towns captured. The Rw region frontier areas see Russian advances with over ten enemy captures noted.
Oklahoma City weather bureau reports estimate state cotton at around 101000 bales for 1916 with crop prospects including corn soybeans and wheat. includes figures for wheat at about 210000 bushels and sweet potatoes near 575000 bushels along with hay condition and pasture percentages. notes price quotes for wheat potatoes hay and other staples.
The National Board's secretary will come to town for a meeting with local pharmacists. He will work with Oklahoma officials on Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss board policies and pharmacy practice standards.
A police officer resigns from the force to join the fire department. He had earlier served as a firefighter and was assigned to the fire brigade before making the career switch.
A fragmented report outlines plans to end a fire department vacation period and discusses the committee's role in the process. Mentioned are Captain Wil Vrutiins Lieutenant Hedy Lien and other officials as part of the inquiry into the removal of personnel and its impact on the department.
Severe flooding and wind damage sweep Pensacola and surrounding areas. Rivers rise with warnings issued as storms expand across Alabama and Mississippi. Property losses reported at multi million dollars. communications disrupted, trains washed out, and ships stranded along the coast.
Chicago readers report a campaign push urging Ford as a day’s candidate for president at a prohibition meeting in St Paul. The discussion includes Vinehaw, national prohibition committee chair, testing Mr Ved and Mr Ford’s views as compatible with competition concerns.
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