13 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1919
Page
1
Reports from Berlin describe heavy fighting as government troops capture Spartacan nests and detain prisoners including women. Telegraphed by the Daily Mail Berlin correspondent, the situation is grim with widespread arrests, torture claims, and a crackdown on Spartacan districts.
A Senate Appropriations subcommittee will discuss restoring the statehouse sidewalks paving sewers and drainage systems. The panel was formed to investigate necessary improvements and draft a funding bill for submission to the full committee. Members include E M Kerr Warren K and W R Wallace.
Unclear text indicates Sweden would not grant refugee status or a bill of refuge. Mention of Washington and individuals Marie something and tensions over a plan. Details are fragmented and hard to parse. no clear event or outcome established.
A vague wartime relief request appears dismissed by the Senate amid a wave of protests and defense budget debates. Officials indicate the measure faced stiff opposition from several committees, delaying promised aid to veterans and stirring public concern.
Fragmentary OCR text references an undeclared stance by Wilson on a fleet issue. Mentions parliamentary secretary, admiralty awareness, and a question to Mr. Walker, but lacks clear names, dates, or concrete outcomes.
Marek PE Wal Thay outlines a plan for a national committee to relay public sentiment. The party center will hold daily listening sessions before departure to select a person to take charge of the Chicago headquarters.
Students canvass for a school bond vote with tugs at street corners and slogans as vehicles slow or stop. At WO Moore High School the principal deemed stopping cars impractical, while students waved banners and fans urging a vote for bonds.
Oklahoma county conferees hear no change to county road routes with one exception Senator Warren hy Snider notes routes stay as fixed by the senate Snyder urged preserving the senate lines The senate bill restored routes cut by the house which would have made the Newcastle route inaccessible
Washington March 1 Charles M. Galloway a member of the civil service commission said he would resign within a few days President Wilson had urged his departure The White House has withheld appointing a successor pending his resignation and a full statement of the reasons is expected.
Washington March 11 The Mexican congress has been called by President Carranza to meet in an extra session on May 1. Advises say topics include oil land election law enforcing labor and social welfare provisions and legislation for a central bank.
Oklahoma City bank clearings reach 10591 dollars for the week, a five percent gain over the same week last year, signaling improved financial activity across local banks.
Anna Hoover, inmate at the State Industrial School for Girls, underwent an operation to remove a safety pin swallowed Thursday afternoon. She remains in critical condition at Emergency Hospital in a coma, with her general condition described as poor this morning.
Fragmentary 1914 Vienna dispatches outline a conspiracy linked to the Archduke Francis Ferdinand murder. Count Tisza purportedly influenced Serbia ultimatum plans and the German foreign office, guiding a pact among Magyars and Slavs toward a tribunal monarchy and war.
Russell campaigns on a sale sound business administration and vows to build a union station while abolishing street crossing tracks in the business district. He highlights 11 years of city work, crediting Morris Packing and Wilson & Company, and promotes Putnam City as the state capitol. Three ships arrived in Newport News with 5,867 soldiers.
Gosemor Robertson announced this morning that he will follow the recommendations of the Republican state organization in selecting the Republican member of the state election board to succeed Harry Meeler, incumbent. Jim McGraw and Vernon Whiting submitted Ed Ingram, Tra Hill, Y W Kelly, Frank Parkinson, and Charles Warton for governor to choose as the new Heal member. Bret Dunlap has resigned but his successor has not been named.
Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce directors approve an industrial survey to map the citys commercial life. J F Dixon and staff, under Charles E Hall, will compile markets, transportation, power, water, labor, housing, taxes, and social amenities to reveal industrial advantages and potential new problems.
Mrs A White, wife of Capt White serving in France, opened headquarters at 101 West Main for a women’s Russell for Mayor club. She says many women are registering and pledging effort to nominate and elect Mr Russell, planning district captains to enlist local support.
Oklahoma City will revert to two cent postage on May 1 under the internal revenue act approved Feb 24 1919. Stamps and envelopes will be eliminated and a large supply of 2 cent stamps has been ordered. Postmaster John Graham noted postcards are still usable with existing stock.
In Wichita Kansas March 1 1920 the federal trial of 32 alleged Industrial Workers of the World members was halted as defense counsel argued that government seizures of documents violated due process. A general deliverer was filed and defenses contested government action. Each defendant wore the official badge and ten deputies guarded the proceedings amid Secret Service presence.
The piece rails at wartime policy and military competence, citing Watlit and Peck as symbols. It condemns parade rhetoric while praising practical brains and action. It warns that many so called experts lack real soldiers’ insight and urges focus on capable leaders over showy displays.
Morning telegram from Adjutant General Harris to Mayor Shear and city commissioners outlines plans to welcome Pitt Ammunition unit home with a parade and reception at Camp Bowie, signaling the unit’s demobilization and a tentative arrival time to be announced by the commanding officer. Mayor Streat said plans will be launched immediately to give returning soldiers a strong, rousing welcome.
Cloudy and unsettled weather tonight and Friday with probable rain or snow. Colder with lower temperatures. Tonight and Friday colder with probable rain or snow, freezing temps expected. Northern Oklahoma 2 to 10 inches, southern 30 to 14 inches forecast. Mostly colder tonight and Friday with unsettled conditions in north and extreme south portions.
A historical extract describes Koreans declaring a struggle for liberty against Japanese occupation. The text emphasizes national self determination, defense of sovereignty, and the readiness to fight for freedom, preserving national character and vitality while rejecting revenge as a goal. It notes enduring conflict and seeks international support for independence.
May Herbert Mc Peck, Democratic mayoral candidate, speaks at Riggan's in Capitol Hill tonight beginning at 7. The event, part of his energetic campaign, will feature remarks and a discussion with supporters. Peck plans similar appearances across the city as the primary nears.
Fort Smith and Western and St Louis El Reno and Western railway firms push a sixteen mile roadbed extension to El Reno. Packing industry representatives in El Reno back the project. A. L. Mills receiver and G. L. Oliver general passenger agent visit to discuss plans with Tf. Gibson and other El Reno railway men.
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