11 May 1916
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
1
A steamer turns on its side at sea. Captain drowns while attempting to rescue his wife. Forty one passengers are reported missing. The chaotic scene unfolds amid search efforts from Port Hale and nearby ports as crews work into the night to locate survivors.
A Timberland tour by boosters reported moving through towns with stops in Mammoville and other locations. The party planned a community event at NM, with preparations underway for a turnout. Local editors note efforts by organizers to engage residents for a forthcoming village entertainment.
Amid reports of rising costs, furniture makers warn prices will increase. Heavily discussed factors include labor, materials, and transportation. Industry sources note an average price uptick near the 98 percent range in certain segments, affecting households and retailers.
Galveston May 11 report on Mexican freight and road figures shows April consumption and transit value reaching nineteen million dollars. The chaotic copy notes shipments and freight activity across the network, highlighting sustained gains and notable interactions with transport firms.
In a grim tally the year records twenty nine unarmed ships sunk during hostilities. The report notes the heavy toll on merchant vessels and calls for greater protection of sea lanes as wartime dangers persist.
Fragmentary weather item shows garbled place names and terms making it impossible to extract a coherent forecast or region data. No clear date or meteorological detail is present to summarize.
A fragmented notice notes freight depots set to close at 1 on Saturdays and lists operators and locations in a partial timetable. The readable portions mention Line net and Obsemrma with unclear details but indicate an agreement to shorten Saturday hours.
A posse reports capturing alleged bandits after pursuing them through various towns. Authorities say the operation involved multiple arrests and ongoing investigations into the group’s activities across Creseland, Tertian, and nearby counties.
Warhendton May 1 A rare airman series ends amid a crash hunt as three missing aviators are reported after a flight from Newport News through Mount Vernon. Names Lenile Keane and Charlee Reed are linked to the case as investigators pursue clues.
The ceremony honored six senior students led by Guthrie and Mary Pruitt with Chief Letzeiser Medalist recognition. Four additional students received silver and bronze trophies, including Howard Hinman James Noble Wanda Ross Mary Patter son.
A historical notice reports a wage increase for railroad employees affecting pay scales and labor terms. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but reference to new rates and tentative implementation are present, with mentions of employers and union actions.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss registration gains and an upcoming election. Mentions a candidate for mayor and a general reference to government in 1814. The text is garbled with many misspellings and uncertain names.
The Vienna government announces a cash offer tied to a Austrian budget consideration. Officials report a 98 percent approval mood among ministers. The plan, debated in Copenhagen on May 11, seeks to alter tax or aid mechanisms for June allocations affecting vulnerable children and families.
Russians suffer a rout at the hands of Turkish forces in the Caucasus region. Across the page a chaotic report mentions a cyclist escape from a big car crash and a separate note about a Turkey strike by workers in Constantinople, with rough details on the labor action and national tensions.
Unclear fragmentary text mentions the Earl of Derby in relation to an Irish office. The piece includes garbled names and phrases, offering few concrete facts or dates and little coherent context beyond the potential official role.
A local mass meeting is announced for this evening to discuss a proposed bond issue. The notice stresses civic duty and public interest, urging residents to attend and hear details about the bond plan and its impact on the community.
A local physician group selects a hospital home for their state society leader. The meeting reviews appointments and upcoming duties, naming a new chair amid ongoing efforts to advance medical advocacy and community health programs.
A garbled parade report describes three thousand babies in a Gotham procession with scattered phrases about May events, a city scene, and unclear references to winds or storms. The text mixes unrelated fragments, yielding a fragmentary and uncertain summary.
A garbled report notes Li Yoan Hung named chief in South China amid unclear context. The fragment references the Western power struggle and mentions Vien Huta and a group described as revolutionaries, with readers receiving limited coherent detail.
Lloyds quotes high rates on relations between the United States and Germany. The report notes tense trade talks and shifting financial sentiment as observers monitor policy cues from Berlin and Washington.
During a stormy session lawmakers debated ongoing Irish issues and related policy questions. The discussions touched on constitutional matters, security concerns, and economic implications, highlighting tensions between government priorities and opposition views.
Fragmentary report describes a mine disaster near Neomadini Wee tige Foon PRONTY with Black workers among the casualties. Boundary chaos and emergency response are noted as the scene is secured and survivors are evacuated.
The protests and stoppages intensify as workers organize under a wave of unrest. Reports describe growing labor actions, potential dangers, and broader worker mobilization across sectors. Authorities pledge to maintain order while negotiators seek concessions.
Disrupted communities report extensive flood damage across the region. Rivers overflow and homes are inundated as rescue services assess affected towns. Local authorities urge caution and coordinate relief amid ongoing bad weather.
Langhorne leads force toward a capture in a saga of bandits and a prisoner named J. Deemer. Former Villistas figure in a conspiracy alleging insurrection tied to a Texas revolt plan.
Fragmented report notes Obregon and Scott in repeated talks as military actions and policy debates surface. It mentions military units, wartime measures, and evolving tensions across theaters with uncertain dates and locations.
National Guard units are slated for muster into the Army National Guard with reports of rapid mobilization and mixed sentiment among factions. Officials deny irregularity while emphasizing readiness and orderly transition amid uncertain timelines.
A disjointed report details a plot connected to U S events and a person named Willista. The fragmentary text mentions sailing to shore, travel, detention, and the seizure of papers, with references to Moscow and possible charges. The article lacks clear dates or locations due to damaged OCR.
Fragmented OCR text mentions varied names and places in a troubled period, with hints of fear relief efforts and events across a region. Specific entities are unclear, but references to samples and familiar terms suggest social or political anxiety. The piece reads as a garbled historical record with partial place and group names embedded.
A dispatch reports about a large contingent of Haitian trained militia arriving by train and marching into San Antonio. The movement's organizers promise order as the national guard advances, linking a planned arrival with anticipated security operations.
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