Chicago faces renewed riot as mob clashes erupt
A night of violence in Chicago's black belt leaves one dead and dozens injured. Police quell disturbances at the South Side waterfront after whites and Black residents clash around Forty sixth Street. Witnesses say rioting began at a segregated bathing beach, prompting calls for state troops to restore order.
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Chicago
Lowden
Moses Thomas
Whitey
Thonnes
Werteworth Avenue
Deconte Street
Phitay Geoak
Thomas i
South Side
Sith Street
Lake Michigan
Better Phone Service Soon Promised by Bell
Officials of Southwestern Bell Telephone promise improved service within weeks after a commission letter demanding better service. A W Rogen says delays stem from labor shortages and war time restraints, noting Oklahoma’s growth outpaced earlier additions and stressing need to catch up for both new and existing customers.
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Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Corporation Commission
A. W. Rogen
Cat 9
Commission
Oklahoma
Catehune
Defense rests in Ford libel case in Mt Clemens
In Mt Clemens Michigan on July 28 the defense rested after twelve weeks of trial in the Ford libel case as Elliott G Stevenson senior counsel for the Chy ne Tribune announced the defense had finished its case. Rebuttal by the plaintiff began and closing arguments were anticipated to last until midafternoon.
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MT. Clemens
Mich
Elliott G. Stevenson
Chyne Tribune
Ford-Teilune
Tucker
Shift Report Reveals Arrests and Traffic Stops
A Daily Report of Shift No. 4 lists arrests and speeding incidents from Oklahoma and nearby areas. Names such as Hash Se, Miller Hirber, and Valine Lewis appear along with locations including Oklahoma, UKet, and Jaaren Moot. The document details patrol activity, warrants, and traffic stops with various officers cited.
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Aklahoma
Ohla
Alresta
Eieee Wagratioys Mitler Hirber
Booth
Iesault Avnmortly
Vispest Uorpe
HLT Valine Lewis Cot Ee
Toltecae Marker & Lahi
Capitol Hill Car Complaint Heard
A fragmentary report describes a Capitol Hill car complaint heard by officials. The text references hearings and alleged issues around a vehicle or transportation matter, with limited readable details about participants or actions taken.
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Capitol Hill
One Man Shot in Duel with Chicago Strikers
In Whicaso on July 24 one man was killed and another wounded after a duel with Chicago strikers near the Crane company yard. Police say the incident stemmed from a tragic dispute as workers clashed with strike人数 at the site.
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Chicago Strikers
Tai
Rat Ant
Coal for schools arrives in city amid shortages
Coal cars reach the city rail yard fueling schoolhouse needs. Officials warn of limited supply and pledge priority for district heating and education facilities as shipments from Capitol Heights begin. Local stores report steady deliveries and families brace for possible price shifts.
Hot Winds Raise Corn Prices Across Core States
Weather stress from extreme heat threatens corn crops in central states, boosting prices by over 11 cents per bushel. Reports indicate 25 percent damage to some crops, with active buying pushing December delivery to the season's high as buyers seek supply.
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Cuno Acad
Drouth
Central States
City Shipping Survey Started by Driscoll
A survey of Oklahoma City export and import activity will begin immediately under H D Driscoll manager of the Oklahoma Traffic Association. A questionnaire listing various commodities and forming information is being sent to manufacturers and importers in the city. Results will support rate hearings and provide first hand data at the traffic association office.
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Oklahoma City
H D. Driscoll
The
Oklahoma Traffic Association
Cay
Traffic Association
Offre
Haywood Obtains Release On Bond
Leavenworth Kan July 28 William D Haywood former I W W secretary was released from federal prison after Chicago papers approved his bond awaiting appeal He asserted he and two others had not had a fair trial and planned a national tour and continued work while appealing his case
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Leavenworth
Kan
Manning
Wcago
William de Haywood
The
Industrial Workers of the World
Chicago
Vivety-Twa
Wow
Faye
Haywood
Lin Lee Denne
Woman Pleads Guilty to Killing Baby in Manslaughter Sentence
A young mother Gladys Duan pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of her 3 year old child. She received a one year sentence at a state correctional facility. The trial included a late plea change and a brief prosecution review before adjournment.
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Hy International News
Metsviely
Mate
Gladye
Duan
Hari da Bor Am
Pita Felt House of Correction
John Po Newway
Wiechent
Thelerk
Dane
Meisbani
Blythery
City Fathers Voted Against The Bonds Too
City officials rejected bond measures in a local council meeting as part of a broader fiscal push. The report outlines the vote tally, public reaction, and potential implications for planned projects and community services.
Poultry Profit Records Smashed at Township Fair
Report shows likely drop in poultry profits with several dozen entries. Ninety seven items linked to sales at a township fair and exhibits indicate money earned from prizes and sales.
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Howe
Prin
House Concurs in Plan for Recess
Washington July 28 The House adopted a plan for a recess from August 2 to September 2 with pay for the members during the break. The bill moves to the Senate where debate over soldier relief and war costs continues. Representative Ferris of Idaho pressed a technical case arguing for immediate action on relief measures.
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Washington
House Malay
Thie
Hehanearih
Ferris
Itahona
Army Officers’ List Increased This Year
Washington July reports an increase in the number of commissioned officers retained in the Army this year from 9,500 to 19, ironified by admin suborders. The Senate approved and sent the measure to the House, boosting officer totals.
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Washington
Oklahoma Citys old town pump tale and vanished relic
A reminiscence of Oklahoma Citys historic town pump at Main and Broadway, its removal before 1900, and the community scenes around it. Residents recall the pump’s fate, with theories of relocation to the city outskirts and eventual disappearance amid evolving streetscapes.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Main
Broadway
Genet
Mem
Jara
Mystery of hidden palaces and a restrained thief tale
A fragmented report describes a peculiar theft or hoarding of items linked to hidden or abandoned homes and a quest to locate valuables. Names appear obliquely, with references to a locale, a banknote twist, and a dramatic chase involving a man named Wilkeat Mizner and a pawned cash ball.
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Leary
Lily
Wilkeat Mizner
Black man injured in car incident at busy intersection
A Black man was struck during a street confrontation near the intersection of Seventeenth Street and Shadel Avenue. He was taken by ambulance to a hospital after a shot allegedly struck him in the stomach. his condition was reported as serious. Police charged a suspect identified as Jones.
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Sears
James
Simeell
Jones
Pollowig
Lanes
Gas Company to Move into First Street Building
San Francisco July 28 sale of beer containing 234 percent alcohol was allowed after Judge Willem fI Sawtelle of Arizona dismissed a Ranier Brewing Company demurrer. Washington July 24 house voted to repeal the 10 percent tax on soda water and ice cream. Hawk and Dare architects for the Wy Selution project, filling a fireproof ornate front like a bank. The gas company will move to a new leased site with a long-term lease. FP Johnson in Long Beach. Association chief dies in Union Springs New York.
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San Francisco
Willem Fi Sawtelle
Arizona
United States District Court
Ranier Brewing Company
Washington
House Today
FP Johnson
Long Beach
Army autos to arrive soon for state road use
Ford vehicles lent to state departments are to be recalled and redirected to road construction as needed. Henry Wood, highway commissioner, says more autos will be distributed to the army and state agencies soon.
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Capitol
Henry Wood
Red Cross Honors certificates for war service recipients
Oklahoma county chapter plans distribution of Red Cross certificates bearing Pro Patria and signatures of Wilson and war effort leaders. Each recipient will receive a badge and colored ribbon, with ribbons indicating service hours and class, as 2,400 hour members prepare to be awarded.
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Red Cross
Oklahoma County
Chayter and
Wall
American Red Cross
Wilson
Javison
War Connect
George W. Simmons
Southwestern
The
Wo A Lybrand
Reuel Masbelley
All Troops May Be Home September
The report notes the possibility of troops returning by September and mentions U S policy and wartime logistics. It references American and Allied plans, transport movements, and the shift of units from German areas. Details include occupation zones, bridgehead operations, and preparations for repatriation of personnel.
Berlin Bank Secures Major U S Loan
Berlin bank obtains a substantial loan in the United States. Martie Nettine of the Denturre Hank of Berlin arranged the financing. Telegraph dispatches report the loan will be deposited to support the German bank.
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Berlin Bank
U. S
Martie Nettine
Denturre Hank
Berlin
Greeks Rout Turks in Skirmishes Near Smyrna
London dispatch reports Greek patrol clashes near Smyrna and Adalia in Asia Minor leaving dead and wounded Turks. Reinforcements arrived but Greek forces repelled further Turkish attempts, with field casualties noted by telegraph.
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Smyrna
London
Wiltees
Symena
Audit
I Asia
Azte Ems
Vielen
Vilayets
Sovyern
Two War Crosses Awarded to Dead Heroes
Two World War I era soldiers are posthumously honored with the Medal of Honor style citations for acts of heroism in France. Reuben Servet and Ben J. Sarre Jere are named among the deceased from Kinbottom Oklahoma and nearby areas. The reports note gallantry during the assault near St Etverme and far-reaching contributions within their Company 1 42nd Infantry.
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Tao
Faye -Reuben Servet
United States Army
F. Camipe
Drontright
Ben J. Sarre
Kinbottom
Okla
Hoth
France
Cleeter
St. Etverme
Sandere
Sarah Sanders
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Lee-Huckins
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Mille
Reysander
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Gilut
New York Police
Negro
Frank Jones
Stroud
F. P. Johnson
Sauetheay
Hawk and Dare Architects
Cmidtalonna ‘Y Jeetrh Company
Union Springs
Blair
Amerian Aathewy
Goveror
Chant and
Southeastern Railway
Red Cross Awards
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United States
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Cublanz
Everday
Permis Vite
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