Governor defends good roads bond defeat as informed voters cited
Governor Ktaon released a statement after the election stating the defeat of the road bond issue was not due to opposition by Campbell Russell or The Daily Orta but to farmers being informed about the bill. He notes the campaign lasted thirty days and that had the bonds been supported, they would have passed. he expresses faith in future efforts to improve prosperity and urges continued commitment to road projects.
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Ktaon
Campbell Russell
Thomas
Ortain
Trans Atlantic Seaplanes Near Coast in Close Formation
Reports from May 6 to May 8 describe three American hydro aircraft flying eastward from Cape Sable toward Halifax. Seaplanes passed Chatham and Woods Hole areas with signals from an observation balloon guiding them. Communication with Newport radio station and coast guard at Lom Beach Long Island confirms steady progress and close formation at low altitude.
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Chatham
Mass
May
Chatham Naval Station
Cape Sable
Woods Hole
Naushon Island
Vineyard Sound
Cape Cod
Naval Flying Station
Newport
RK. 1
New England
Halifax
Flere
New York
Coast Guard
Lom Beach
Long
Fisher
New Lonedon Conn
Long Island
Winter Wheat Up 63 Million in U S Report
Washington reports an April forecast showing winter wheat prospects rising by about 63 million bushels to 99 million. The Agriculture Department released the May 1 forecast based on candid dates, with rye production forecast at 12,294,001 bushels, up nearly 22 million from April.
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U.S
Rye
Washington, May
Department of Agriculture
Banks Found Unlocked Doors No Entry Suspected
Police found the front door of the American National Bank and the door of the state Panik building unlocked that night. Officers guarded the sites and bank officials were notified. No signs indicated the banks had been entered.
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American National Bank
Officials Discuss Garage Ordinance
The commissioners discuss passage of an ordinance requiring all persons renting garages to secure their premises. They note thefts of automobiles and that many barns or other buildings rented for autos hide stolen cars. With rent and storage details, officials believe the practice can be reduced to a minimum.
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Informa- Hom
Officer challenges county in theft case dismissal
An officer alleges county misconduct in a theft case led to dismissal for lack of evidence after the defendant, aided by a detective, avoided notification and the hearing did not proceed as planned. The report notes the defendants were freed as the prosecution faced procedural issues and alleged mishandling.
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Thomas
Welfare league meeting agenda incomplete report
The executive board of the Welfare league planned a meeting but details are unreadable. The fragment references Boardman and a meeting time, with portions of the text garbled and unclear.
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Welfare League
Boardman
Austrians Leave Vienna for St Germain in Peace Talks
Paris reports the Austrian peace delegation departed Vienna last night and is bound for St Germain for the Big Four talks. Germany and its allies are arranging roles as the process moves forward in seeking terms on identity and settlement.
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Paris
Vienna
St. Germain
Austrian Treaty Takes Shape in Paris Negotiations
The council of four with Premier Orlando of Italy met to shape the Austrian treaty. Drafted portions suggest a three way settlement involving Germany Austria and Italy with an Adriatic settlement likely included. Indemnity terms appear to shift toward a shared arrangement rather than Germany paying all.
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Vey
Associated Press
Paris
May
Council of Four
Orlando
Italy
Germany
Austria
Draft of Treaty Sent to Germany for Review
Intimations from Versailles indicate two or three German peace delegates may return home to consult their government, while others remain at Versailles. Germany has not sent communications on the treaty. secrecy surrounds exchanges between Versailles and Berlin as a copy heads toward Berlin. A courier bears Count von Brockhorff-Rantean’s report, and the US manuscript is expected to address Armenia with President Wilson pushing Congress.
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Pamis
Versailles
Germany
Berlin
Count von Brockhorff-Rantean
Rickenbacker to Fly in Oklahoma City Visit
Oklahoma City will host Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker with Lieut. Col. RB Barnitz sending six planes from Fort Sill to honor the war hero. One fighter from Post Field will be his ride, the type he flew to down twenty six Hun airmen. Carhart, bringing the flyer, says a major reception is planned for his stay.
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Oklahoma City
Eddie” Rickenbacker
RB. Barnitz
Postfield
Fort Sill
Okla
Dick Carhart
Rickenbacker
Post Field
Carhart
Ohlshams City
Kenbacker
Police slate washed clean after hearing
Investigation into the theft of an automobile from John Washington concluded by city commissioners with no evidence of police involvement. Detective Connors testified about the car’s recovery and prior washing. Witnesses spoke of conversations with Wiewer and others, while a $200 reward was mentioned.
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John Washington
Mike Consors
Piche
Washington
Connors
Conse
Lis
Mayor proposes pension fund funded by police rewards
Mayor Walton proposes a policemen's pension supported by rewards collections to replace the current reward system. He cites unsatisfactory payouts and internal ill will, noting past practices where officers and captains shared in reward amounts. The plan aims to provide for twenty year veterans and their families in case of death or incapacity.
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Walton
Jon Washington
Rtment
Wilson's Note to Congress to Be Cabled
President Wilson will not attend the opening of the special session on May 19. A cable advice from the White House confirms he will enable its delivery. The report notes uncertainty about outcomes and mentions officials including Baird and others, with scattered details from the Washington dispatches.
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Wilson
Congress
Washington
White House
Tan Bessen Thevie
United States
Public Meeting Report Struggles With Temperature Data
A garbled note from a public meeting reveals confusion over hourly temperatures and agenda items. Vague references to time slots and weather figures suggest unclear reporting and potential data misprints affecting coverage.
Campaign head of Republicans to speak here
Will Hays of Indiana, chair man of the Republican National Campaign Committee, to tour Oklahoma. He will speak at 9 oclock morning May 30 in Oklahoma City auditorium, with J. McGraw assisting for reception. The visit marks the first time a national Republican chairman has visited Oklahoma.
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Will H. Hays
Indiana
Republican National Campaign
New York
McGraw
Republican National
Hays
Jay
Tulsa
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Preateat National Party
cGraw
G.O. P
Archbishop Hayes Inducted in Office in New York
Archbishop Patrick J. Hayes was formally invested today as head of the New York archdiocese. The ceremony at St Patrick’s Cathedral drew six archbishops, about five hundred clergymen, monsignors, chaplains, and many bishops and deacons.
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NE Ork
Patrick J. Hayes
New York
St. Parathedral
Giovanna
Washington, D. Cy
Trans Atlantic flight leaves Rocks for Halifax leg
Three NC Navy Curtiss airplanes depart Rocks at 10 today for the Rockaway to Halifax leg of a four flight route toward Plymouth England. The NC 3 led by Commander John Towers, NC 1 led by Lieutenant Commander N Bellinger, and NC 4 led by Lieutenant Commander A C Read form the formation with escort and scout support as they head toward Halifax and beyond for the long ocean crossing.
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Halifax
N.C .Navy-Curtis
Rocks
Rockaway
N. C
Ae Ld A
Northenet
Thario
Giast Air Langee Tieh
Hallfam Lore al Jsbap
Repareey
P Wegalad
Plymouth
England
Res Ecation
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Woon
Tas County
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Hyannis
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M. A. Mitscher
N.C
Rockaway Beach
Newfoundland
J. H. Tower
M.A. Mitacher
Abe
Armenia
Rick
A UN A
Baird
Dolan A
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Temraty
Archbishop Hayes
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