30 Jul 1919
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1919
Page
1
Mill Bartlett, renowned sculptor, conferred with Governor on a memorial to OkinhOMA men who died in the war. Plans call for an arch south of the capitol and a monument costing between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Bartlett to submit drawings within weeks. no decision reached.
J A Whiteford superintendent of schools doubts government support for military training this year. Last year the war department provided Lt Morton for instruction. he left for Camp Taylor but was to return with school opening. Training could continue only with war department aid. About 200 students enrolled last year. more may join. Rifles and uniforms promised. three hours of drill weekly with academic credit.
Ro AeeSngletary good roads officer reports a new route from here to Kingfisher, bypassing the rough palad between Oklahoma City and El Reno. The path runs north to Britton, then west and north through several small towns to Kingfisher, with the drag road described as in good condition.
Homer S. Cummings chairman of the Democratic National Committee returned to Washington from a two month speaking tour in the west and said the great mass of people across parties favored speedy ratification of the peace treaty. He expressed belief the people are overwhelmingly in favor of the league of nations and satisfied with the covenant as it stands.
Pirates operating in the Black Sea have hijacked and robbed the steamer Constantine near Vontirn. They seized notes and gold valued at 15,008,000 and sent a dispatch from Constantinople, detailing the raid and the loss.
The foreign affairs committee of the Belgian chamber of commerce approved the question of ratifying the peace treaty with Germany. The session in Brussels on Tuesday noted the favorable stance and action toward the accord.
The preliminary hearing in the Boig and Inglis embezzlement case is moved to November 4 before Justice ton Deuprre. Defense requests a remote date. state cites unavailability of a key witness. The charges total about 7,000 with twenty other counts. county attorney Robert Hurns oversees proceedings involving Midland Minor Car and Truck Company.
Henty Wood, state highway commissioner, traveled to Kansas City last night to join the meeting of road commissioners from the western states. The purpose is to discuss plans to obtain more federal aid for state road work.
Morning shift report from police headquarters states Harmclothesmen were sent to the 700 block of Fast Seventh Street after a report that two negroes were acting disorderly. Officers returned with no foundation to the call.
J A Marstow Ahurstryman was named city forester to succeed Walter Snyder who resigned. Commissioner Patterson announced Maddox will oversee trees and shrubs and has recently led tree spraying in the city park department for several months.
Senator Dillingham of Vermont, first Republican senator to see President Wilson, discussed the treaty with members of the Senate majority. He left the White House confident he would vote for the treaty.
Commissioner Joe Fatterson and Charles Irwin seek suggestions for a name for a new lioness at Wheeler Park Zoo. The animal, from Memphis, arrived after a trade that followed the loss of two fawns born two months ago, and she was brought in to keep General Joffre the lion from being lonesome.
Jilly Ray Emerson of Creetan, recently convicted of murder, escaped guards amid transport to Mount Ayr and hanged himself from a bridge girder using a belt and wire. Authorities reported his body found under a highway bridge after a swift pursuit across the southwest of the state.
A telegram from Okmulgee citizens urged Governor to stop tearing down the wall around the old Creek tribal house, arguing it should stay for historic reasons. The governor replied that he lacks jurisdiction over the matter.
A newspaper scene reports flames shooting from the American National Bank building after a cigarette caused an awning blaze. Fire apparatus arrived as a newsie on the corner shouted Extry! Extry! All at the fire, amid a lively crowd and brisk local energy.
A broken city sewer and pump failures have crippled pressure, with three pumps kept running to maintain supply. Patterson estimates installing a new large pump will cost about 300 dollars, as city residents draw an average daily water use of around 100 million gallons. He urges limiting pump interlocks to prevent further sewer flushing.
A submarine disaster leaves two men dead as the vessel plunges to deep water. Rescue efforts and official inquiries follow, with authorities reviewing the incident and potential safety failures.
The first division of the American army will entrain for Brest on its return to the United States about August 15. About BAN American troops remain in the army of occupation. The force includes the Eighth Infantry with engineers policemen and artillery, to be garrisoned at Cohen pending allied council approval.
In a morning hearing at Justice LP Tounell the Carle brothers were bound over to the county jail for trial on a manslaughter charge in the July 18 shooting of Sol Newell Lessinger. Witnesses for the state included Capt Frank Maotner and Lt Tol Hi Bark, while the defense called John Newell Lessinger’s relatives. Other officials and a local undertaker did not testify.
The French defensive treaty text submitted to the Senate was placed in a Burglar-Proof vault in the Senate office, with the cabinet seal and President Wilson’s signature attached. Access was restricted, a fireproof safe and a sealed copy were prepared, and only trusted officials could approach the document.
Chicago faced severe unrest with whites and blacks clashing across districts. Government forces arrived as two additional regiments were deployed, amid looting and arson. Deaths and injuries rose, with patrols, ambulances, and gunfire filling the streets as rumors of further violence spread.
Washington July 0. Separate from the distinguished service list, the War Department announced twenty one more officers and men of the American Expeditionary Force were honored. Among those named were Sergeant John A. Howan Heavener Okla Clyde O Moliman BL Rene fa and Private Frank Morey May Okla. Honduran Leaders Imprisoned SAN JUAN DEL SUR Nicaragua July 0. President Berland of Honduras reported inedie patches feonivel here to Hwa imp risoned leaders of the parties raided by Vice President Membrenn and General Loner uilleries following a revolution recently claimed.
Orcar Hammeratein of New York, a famed opera producer, lies in critical condition after a sudden illness. Doctors say his recovery is uncertain and his colleagues await further updates on his health.
A new city ordinance for dance halls was presented by the ministers committee chaired by Rev BOL TYhergies. The committee voted to submit several ordinances to the council, aiming for passage this week. Rey Ho B. Sway is expected to replace a council member in the upcoming vote.
Washington July 21 widespread race riots across the United States prompt a Justice Department led inquiry. Federal agents and government bodies seek to determine causes, influence links to pro German propaganda, and any organized groups aiming to incite unrest. Officials caution on releasing details publicly while pursuing disruption and arrests in connection with recent demonstrations.
New York July clipping from International News Service cites aviators and mechanics testifying before a committee. Witnesses say engines and tanks were salvaged, wings and fuselages burned, with about 190 planes observed destroyed by bonfires and salvage workers near France.
Washington July reports state the authorization of Generals John J. Pershing and Peyton C. March to permanent general rank. The House Military Committee approved Pershing unanimously while voting down a proposal to promote General Peyton March to lieutenant general, by 7 to 0.
A July bulletin from Washington outlines a bill targeting undesirable aliens. It proposes sending home enemy entrants currently in the country and discusses enforcement under the new measure. The article notes government actions and potential implications for the immigrant population.
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