Paroled Oklahoma bank robber Henry Starr released by governor
Henry Starr the famed Oklahoma bank robber was paroled into the afternoon by Governor Robertson at the state capitol around 2 30. Starr had been in McAlester penitentiary after the Stroud bank robberies on March 27 1915. Mrs Starr and her son had been in the city awaiting the governor’s action.
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Olahoma
Lnto
Robertson
State Capitol
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McAlester
First National
Stroud National
Stroud
Oklo
Court to Hear Day Act Test In War Bonds Suit
In New York on March 15 a stockholders suit in federal court seeks an injunction against James Brewery to halt its activities on May 1 and July 1. The complaint argues the emergency prohibition clause of the agricultural act of November 218 is unconstitutional as a wartime security measure.
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York
James! Eracd Jreweries
Joseph A. Everard
Mormon Bishop Held by Villa
A report says Bishop Joseph Bentley of the Mormon State of Colorado and four Mormon missionaries were held by Francisca Villa and Felipe Angeles south of Juarez Chihuahua. No confirmation from church or American Consul Dow. Bentley said Martin Lopes Roman Vega and Villemen left Colonia Juarez with horses and supplies, harming none of the Mormon settlers. Church and coast officials are trying to verify the capture claim.
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Bentley
Colo
Joseph Spencerseph Willams
Francisca Villa
Felipe Angeles
Hi Valle
Chihuahua
Mor
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Ameeseane
Ishoy Bentley
Oklahoma City's first jitney dies within a day
A jitney operating in Oklahoma City collapsed after about 24 hours, ending an experimental service on Sixth Street. The effort aimed to gauge operating costs to determine future feasibility. The notice came from Hough's Garage at 729 East Sixth Street.
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Oklahoma City
Sixth Street
Hough
Gar
East Sixth Street
Girl Injured Handling Axe Incident Reported
A girl sustained injuries while handling an axe in a domestic setting. Police were notified and an investigation was opened to determine the cause and assess safety factors surrounding the incident at the residence on Weert Renn Avenue.
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Mires
MM. Rachard
Weert Renn Avenue
Rwtt
Hatet
Heeler
Kavergelloy Bineatbal
Election Supplies Ready for Primary
Election supplies prepared for the primary. The notice lists precincing locations and officials, with distribution timing and planning details to ensure readiness for voters.
No Longer Terms Debated by House After Reconsideration
A parliamentary vote on extending terms was defeated amid prior notices of reconsideration. The measure sought to set terms at twenty years and grant rights of appeal for those serving two years beyond current terms. The town observed a decisive morning turnout.
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Estening
Athens
Engineer from City Dies in France Telegram Reports
A telegram announces the death of Prente George Ho Martin of Company A Thirty third engineers in France. Martin, 22, lived on A street, served two years, and died recently in France. His mother received a message stating he was in good spirits before the news arrived.
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Martin
Pheumania
Nina
Mayor Asked to Aid Soldiers’ Welfare from War Department
Mayor Shear received a War department letter urging city authorities to safeguard discharged soldiers welfare. The note says soldiers seek work not charity, preferring to earn their living, with similar messages sent to larger cities nationwide.
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Shear
War Department
Army commissions in reserve reach Oklahoma City
Officers who resigned from the regular army since the armistice have been issued reserve commissions. The packets include oath of office and acceptance forms to be sent to the Adjutant General's Office in Washington. Some commissions place officers in the state above their regular army rank.
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Rome
Okelahoma City
Adjutant Generals Office
Washington
Oil Tax Resolution Passed By Senate
The senate approved a resolution to base gross production tax on posted price plus the premium rather than posted price alone. Supporters say the change will raise annual tax proceeds by several hundred thousand dollars.
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Senate
House
Oklahoma Governor Robertson Turns 48 Today
RA Robertson of Oklahoma, born in Iowa, marks his 48th birthday by keeping his office routine and signing several recently passed bills. He has received many congratulatory letters and telegrams from legislators and officials this morning.
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RA Robertson
Oklahoma
Iowa
Legi Ie
Japanese Seize Korean Leaders
Honolulu March 18 Japanese cablegram to Nippo Jiji says Korean independence activity was incited by Christians. The message reports subsiding Korea unrest and many leaders in the uprising have been arrested by the Japanese authorities.
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Honolulu
Tokio
Nippu Jiji
Korea
Women Rule Oklahoma City Says Voters Will Act
The piece argues enfranchised women will dominate local politics and reject the Walton ring. It condemns Walton for delaying resignation to run mayor, warns of a “Walton circus” and urges women to vote for reform in Oklahoma City on Election Day.
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Oklahoma City
Walton
Bey
Bose
Commission
Pythias
Kesler
Department of Health
Walton Circus
City officials face pay hikes tied to census figures
City commissioners elected in 1921 stand to gain higher salaries after the official census shows the population nearing 110 000. The charter links mayor and commissioner raises to the next election following the census, with vacancies in public safety and public property likely guiding who benefits from the boost.
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Commissioner of Public Safety
Marines Club in City Politics Sparks Inquiry
A Marine sergeant testified that a local club named The Soldiers Sailors and Marines clubs urged political support for Walton’s mayoral bid in Kansas City. He stated club offices were near the Walton for Mayor headquarters and questioned if the group aimed to influence the election.
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Tien
Walton
United States
Ion Polinicat
Lockweod
Soldiers
Marines
Lindweiel
Theae
Lub
Sergeant Lockwood
Illogical garbled mayoral dispute stalls statements
A garbled OCR passage mentions Bill Ilghman and Al Fred in a tense exchange. The fragmentary text references addresses, streets, and varied names, with unclear context and multiple misread terms. No coherent event or outcome is discernible from the readable portions.
Plan 3 Rejected as Conference To Act Soon
Fragmentary report notes Plan 3 rejected at a conference with signals that plenary talks on a peace treaty may continue. Cablegram reports indicate debate over whether enough support exists to push the treaty and questions about the president’s stance and next steps.
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Farulis
Wile Verona
Paton
Theater magnate dies in Chicago
Adolph FE Meyers, noted vaudeville promoter and founding member of the Western Vaudeville Managers association, dies in Chicago after a yearlong illness at his parents’ residence. Other founders named include Charles F Oh, George K. Castle and Martin Eck.
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Adolph FE Meyers
Op Ciation
Charles Foh
George K. Castle
Martin
Eck
More Oklahomans Reach Home Port
Newport News Virginia March 1 1945 The battleship New Jersey arrived from Brest with sailors and marines including a number of Okla homans returning from overseas assignments The ship brought home a mix of casual and crew members in a celebratory homecoming at the port
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Newport News
Marcel
New Jersey
Brest
U S Transport Sunk By Mine Near Hartlepool
The U S transport Yselhaven, en route from Baltimore to Copenhagen, was sunk by a mine at 1:85 Friday morning. Thirty five survivors were landed at Hartlepool by a steamer. The ship, of 4888 tons, had been taken over by the U S Shipping Board after the United States entered the war and left Baltimore Feb 18 for Copenhagen.
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Governor to Care for State Orphans Amid Move for Home Care
Governor Roberton announced a plan to organize state orphans care with private aid. Mrs. Bila Ham of 952 West Sixteenth Street will open her home to two girls for a midday dinner as part of a broader effort to place children with homes and equipment at a school center.
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Clement Wall
Eehoot
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Tts
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Lementy
Bila Ham
West Sixteenth Street
PANSOM TELL US HITS JES
Local forecast outlines fair and cooler conditions with variation by region. The text mentions cooler northwest portions and unsettled conditions in central areas, with tonight and Sunday noted for cooler weather.
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Pansom
Kansas
Russell for Mayor Campaign Appeals to Women Voters
The Russell campaign claims a humane record with peanut butter for poor kids and caring treatment of workers. It notes women voters’ interest and suggests Kansas City election momentum, highlighting promises of employee stock plans and dividend equity as part of the candidate’s appeal.
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Russell Tohters Wills
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Hirsell
White
Urkanver
Iran
Hassell
Rumored U S Seizure Of Harbor Boats Increases Tension
New York March 15 boat owners warn that if the government moves to seize harbor craft and equipment after a strike by harbor workers they will contest the action. Telegrams were sent to Secretary Baker and Secretary Daniels denying plans and signaling willingness to assert legal rights.
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New York
Ommimanleetiie Boata
Haetor
Baker
Daniele
Boat Owners’ Association
Boeke
Poland to Have Port of Danzig
The article reports on Poland securing a port at Danzig following a proposed boundary accord between Poland and Germany. It notes participation by President Wilson in discussions and indicates a consensus among allied authorities on the boundary issue. The report mentions military and political maneuvering affecting Poland and Western Europe.
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Molatd
Germany
Poland
British Leader Seeks Swift End to Preliminary Peace Talks
The British delegation pursues rapid completion of the preliminary peace treaty as the conference resumes. Lloyd George stresses a prompt agreement, aiming to curb delays and advance toward the final treaty, with talks focusing on curbing burdens, securing signatures, and avoiding new entanglements.
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Marcel
Fighting Continues On Polish Frontiers With Varied Forces
War news from Warsaw reports ongoing combat on three Polish fronts with varying troop dispositions and shifting front lines as official statements detail the three fronts and the intensity of clashes.
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