23 Jul 1919
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1919
Page
1
Oklahoma City faces a tense showdown with a push for a new bank branch as 700 banks favor establishing a branch here. Delegates argue over clearings and deposits from past years, while supporters back the Oklahoma City site and expect the branch to be granted.
The United States will sign treaties with Bulgaria and Turkey as announced by the State Department. The pacts modify boundaries and establish new nations allied with Germany and Austria, with Armenia likely seeking U.S. support under the League of Nations covenant.
Peace ends the Oklahoma Union railway strike after an agreement between the company and the king carmen union in Sapulpa and Tulsa Keifer. The deal recognizes the strikers union and drops prosecutions tied to riots late night clashes.
Six loads of debris were hauled away Monday night by the street cleaning squad in the business district. Workers operated from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. and moved parked cars to clear downtown streets amid ongoing nighttime cleanup efforts.
Negotiations between German and French delegations began today at Sarrebruck for the transfer of the coal mines of the Saar valley. The delegates are mostly mining experts.
1 W Bridges formerly in federal service on field man the war garden propaganda has been named supervisor of agricultural work by the state board of vocational education and training. Mise Marie Potter of Texas has been announced as supervisor of home economize alto way.
Chicago July 20 The cost basis for lard bacon and pork rose to a new record as live hogs sold at 21.45 per cwt this morning. Yesterday 23 was the highest price ever reached due to a drop in hog arrivals.
Commissioner Kesler warns residents not to start fires between 1 PM and 8 PM citing fire ordinances and dangerous conditions. Bonfires allowed from 8 PM to 8 AM but must be 20 feet from structures and not burned when wind exceeds 8 miles per hour.
Germany will have more to eat than since war began, says Robert Hanson, city post office mails superintendent. He notes U.S. offices are receiving increased shipments of food stuffs under new restrictions. Parcel post dominates, and many packages contain food items.
Henry Starr, former Oklahoma bandit, cannot sell stock in his motion picture company in Oklahoma. Officials cite promoters' salaries as taking too much of the money paid for the stock.
London July 21 British troops moved into the Yorkshire coal region to protect naval operations and keep mine pumps running amid the strike. Sir Vine Geddes said the deployment was for protection of essential operations and to maintain pumps in operation.
Oklahoma City Advertising club voiced strong support for a $750000 auditorium bond plan for the Department of Public Safety. Commissioner Mark Kesler outlined the proposed use of the bonds and the club, via vice president Ed Galloway, announced the endorsement at a noon luncheon.
A garbled OCR style note mixes a street dialogue about a police stop with a local forecast. It mentions fair weather, "am and Thursday," and a warmer trend by Friday. No clear dates or places are established, but the text suggests a minor weather update alongside a casual street scene.
Paris July 24 Premier Clemenceau won a confidence vote after a tense session. The government held the majority for its policy declaration, though opposition criticized high cost of living priorities. Ministers Clemenceau, Clementel, and Lovchenr faced sharp questioning as the chamber debated the government’s stance.
Twenty seven damage suits totaling about 195000 were filed in district court this morning over the citys sewage dumping into the North Canadian river. Plaintiffs led by F A Rittenhouse seek 5000 each, naming numerous property owners along the stream. The city defends by citing expenditures to solve the disposal problem and Mayor Walton called the matter serious.
A maroon recounts a seasick episode aboard a streetcar between Seventh and English streets. The passenger describes rocking, bracing for relief, and seeking lemons after alighting at Ninth Street, noting the salt breeze and crowd reactions during the bumpy ride.
Mayor Walton told a West Side Civic Association meeting that a $75,000 appropriation to fill a pit and create a park with a sunken garden will proceed even if bond issues fail. He claimed sole sponsorship of the funds while criticizing a colleague, and cited the city’s limited modern fire apparatus, urging support for new equipment.
Campbell Russell asks for a probe into state board of public affairs piece mealine printing to dodge competitive bidding laws. Fred Parkingon, state examiner, is delayed east on official business. debate centers on proper channel in examiner and inspector's office and possible action by the state auditor to withhold warrants for legally disputed payments. Wartime Dry Law Upheld news item follows with federal judge Bewoklyn upholding wartime prohibition.
An editorial warns that approved amendments No 3 and No 4 could give three city commissioners sweeping power to widen or condemn streets across Oklahoma City, risking tax burdens and property seizures without court redress. It urges that any such expansions, including Walker or Hudson streets, be approved by voters.
Washington July 23 former manager of the Banke of London in Mexico City told the house rules committee that sending two American military expeditions into Mexico and their withdrawal fed anti American feeling in the southern republic. He said the mistreatment of Americans by the Mexican army fueled depredations, noting the ambassador was insulted in Mexico City while the German ambassador was cheered. A recruit's tale from the capital was read, describing Marine recruitment and his possible enlistment this afternoon.
Labor riders declared that within forty eight hours eight eight thousand packing employes at Armour Swift Wilson Morris and Cudahy will demand higher wages. Butchers splinters and floor men seek $1.10 an hour while unskilled labor demands 70 cents per hour.
Prices for hogs climbed today hitting new tops as buyers pushed bids upward. The market showed persistent strength with several lots selling near 29 per cwt and overall receipts around 57,500 dollars.
Authorities investigate substitutes and confiscated whiskey as court action unfolds after July 1. County attorney Robert Hurng holds details on crime and fines, while procedures for handling fever cases and seized goods are outlined. Police in Oklahoma City refuse to release confiscated vegan items amid ongoing inquiries.
Washington July 21 a federal agent reports Mooney did not receive justice at his San Francisco trial tied to the 1919 preparedness day bombing. The investigator criticizes the proceedings as a patchwork of errors and missteps undermining the law and the government effort to secure a fair outcome.
The text notes a tax due in August amounting to 675000 with penalties for late payment and details about penalties, payment deadlines, and collection by city treasurer. It also references a river shipment tied to Liverpool and a dock workers strike in New York causing chaos in ship arrangements.
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