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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1917
Page
1
A Wisconsin woman, Ruth Cruger, is mortally wounded in a fatal shooting linked to a doctor lover. Mrs Roberts denies responsibility, recounts abuse, and expresses shock at public judgment as she awaits funeral details and medical recovery.
Nationwide one week drive begins to recruit 7 000 men to raise the regular army to 40 000 under President Wilson's proclamation. Unmarried men between 18 and 40 with no dependents or vital alternate duties are urged to register for immediate training and possible early service.
The state marketing commission will likely name a permanent secretary next Monday at the state board of agriculture offices. Frank Gault, head of the commission, has outlined plans for this autumn harvest and the coming year as the body moves toward a formal permanent staff.
June 24 report from Washington states Clarence, 10 months old, son of a harvester, was left with a maid at a fashionable hotel. The vice president and Mrs. Marshall deny having children and arranged a plan to care for the infant for several weeks.
Residents recall the old Germania Street in East Dallas as city officials consider renaming the thoroughfare to Amercia Street. The discussion focuses on street identity, local heritage, and the potential impact on navigation and record keeping as city leaders weigh community sentiment and official procedures.
Reports show total Red Cross contributions reaching 105000 by noon with Mrs Myer leading women’s divisions at 1331. The afternoon tally and missing portions suggest the quota of 12500 remains unmet as captains update the drive amid scattered reports and incomplete left data.
An American freight steamer battled a German U boat about 500 yards off an Atlantic port on June 6 near Creona Italy. The captain reported no damage to the vessel after gunfire from stern and side, with the submarine submerged after four shots. This marks the second confirmed American ship defense against submarines reported within two days.
Ministers Rev Frederick Hate and Rev Phil Tayl and local workers sparked a Chandler Red Cross drive yesterday. A meeting was held in a train car and hotels as supporters gathered funds and 1023 subscriptions. Clerks at Rotabaugh Dey Goods contributed 184, averaging over 8 per employee.
Extra guardsmen arrive from Fort Sill to aid recruiting in the state. They establish an office on the sixth floor of the Lawrence building with Sergeant Vint in charge. Their duties include arranging transportation for new enlistees, easing burden on state officials at headquarters 15 West Grand Avenue.
Local forecast shows a cooler tonight with generally fair Sunday. State and Texas regions forecast mostly fair, with possible showers in Arkansas and cooler conditions noted in places.
An employee of a local business in Durant was shot in the region of the heart this morning around five near the home of W. R. Creager. The shooter, Abe Hateman, has been in the city about two months amid recent complaints of night prowlers.
A bewildering wartime scene unfolds as a six year old boy resists addressing the crowd led by Kayser at Harvey’s ceremony. The boy’s silence appears a protest amid a rally and planned remarks, drawing attention to the tension surrounding the war effort.
June 21 report says regulations may place draft responsibility in Washington with President Wilson's arrival uncertain. Officials expect a national draft roll to be organized at the capital, with notices and registrations directed to state and local authorities. The process involves timing and verification of eligibility as the nation prepares for potential conscription.
Dispatch from Petrograd describes American envoys at a Russian port during unrest. Report notes reports of violence and attempts to calm naval forces, with Kerensky preparing to depart for Sevastopol to ease tensions. Government factions show weakness, while pacifist and anti-government sentiment grows among military and civilian groups. Leaders absent. arrests occur in Sevastopol amid a broader struggle for control and peace.
Alfredo Cocchi the fugitive New York motorcycle repairer admitted his guilt in Ruth Cruger’s murder after intense questioning by Judge Zucconi. He described jealousy as the motive and provided full details including burial of the victim’s body. Cocchi signed a deposition and expressed relief at telling the truth.
Fort Sill military police arrested several men linked to gambling with Oklahoma National Guard members. A preliminary hearing is set. officials expect federal custody, as the accused face charges tied to attempting to conduct gambling operations near Fort Sill. Suspects may be sent to Leavenworth penitentiary.
The Bailey Way Mail association voted at its Cleveland convention to affiliate with the American Federation of Labor. Delegates arrived amid debate and favored joining, aligning the local mail workers with the national labor body.
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