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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1917
Page
1
Blurry salvage photos show West Side school damaged beyond repair with many with injuries and possible fatalities feared. Debris fills streets as two pictures depict demolished buildings, wrecked cars, and a two story house reduced to rubble after the storm ripped through Coalgate.
Kronstadt garrison sailors arrive in Petrograd amid rumors of demonstrations and a port explosion. Warships to bring more troops. officials deny broader action as chaos and fear surge, with political debate over abolishing the death penalty and council meetings between sailors and the provisional government.
Washington June 4 The council of national defense receives a report from a chamber of commerce committee recommending allowances for enlisted soldiers and sailors based on the number of dependents. The committee prepared the proposal at the request of Secretary Baker after an earlier hearing.
Washington reports President Wilson's communication to the new Russian government detailing U S war aims has been delivered to Petrograd by Ambassador Francis. It will not be published in the United States or Russia for a day or two while officials resolve matters of detail.
Weather summary indicates partly cloudy skies tonight with mild warmth. Forecast mentions inland areas may see increasing cloud cover and a chance of light rain, with temperatures remaining above seasonal norms.
Oklahoma City readies for mass draft registration set for 7 o clock in the morning. Officials report up to ten thousand local youths will enroll at Stetters house and other precincts to answer the country call. Mayor Overholser orders police and federal clerks to assist. banks and post offices to aid in the effort.
A deadly explosion in town left five dead and another badly injured. The blast occurred just after nightfall, around 19 midnight, according to local reports. Authorities are investigating the cause and identifying the victims.
The American Fishing schooner Arcas, docked in Galveston, reports a May 31 attack on the high seas near Tehuantepec by a Mexican gunboat. The boarding vessel looted clothing, gear, and a medicine chest before the Arcas could retreat toward Campeche banks and Galveston. Captain S A McDonald arrived with details from the scene for federal officials.
Homer Boulttaen, seven years old, injured in a car wreck near Banst, lies at St. rs Aue treet hospital in a bitter fight for life with a fracture of the right leg. Few details available about the collision or other occupants.
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Belmont Oil company announces a $2,000,000 liberty bond purchase the largest block yet in Oklahoma. The family owned firm divides the gift among Oklahoma City Tulsa and Kansas City, with small subscrip tions flowing into Oklahoma City banks as the campaign advances. Officials predict totals may rival Saturday registrations amid a flood of bond orders.
New York June 4 There was a brief break in cotton fees with a $2.50 bale gap noted on the ear market. Prices edged higher briefly then fell below firmer levels as buyers showed limited activity and traders reported an improving crop outlook despite volatility on the prompt futures.
On June 5 1917 all male US residents under 31 must register within public duty rules. Exemptions apply to military personnel. registration separated from draft with penalties for noncompliance. Sick registrants should obtain forms, mail the card, and receive a return certificate. Registration booths operate from morning to 9 PM.
A final warning was issued concerning draft evasion issues in Washington. The notice references enforcement actions and cautions individuals to comply with draft requirements. Details are sparse due to the damaged text, but the emphasis remains on warning about evading the draft and triggering potential penalties.
A Dewar Oklahoma mob of more than fifty men seized a suspect from the city jail. They dragged him toward a water tower and tied a rope around his neck, hoisting him briefly before he was cut down and survived. The incident followed a claimed declaration that the election was dynamited and not tied to anti draft sentiment.
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