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Oklahoma City Times

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1917

Page

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Germans Form New War Units and Prepare Prisoners

In a May report from Washington and Antonio Texas, authorities detail plans to raise new regiments to reach a war strength of 293,000 enlisted and 2,000 officers under the National Defense Act. Orders send ten infantry, three cavalry and four artillery regiments to various stations to form twenty seven infantry regiments, eight cavalry, twelve field artillery and one engineer regiment in the eastern central and northern departments.

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Two ships sunk in St Marys River at Sault Ste. Marie

Two steamers collided in the mouth of the St Marys River near Sault Ste Marie Michigan. The Pentecost Mitchell downbound and the Saxons upbound sank nine feet of water, with crews rescued and boats reported down.

ST. Mary's River

Six Die in Fall of Russian Plane Near Stamelad

Petrograd reports a Russian aircraft carrying six officers and a private crashed near Monasteriyska northeast of Stamelad in Galicia from a height of unknown feet. The incident was announced by the Russian war department via official channels.

Farmers Seize Water System Standoff Grows in Corttley

County patrons of the Corttley company have taken forcible control of a water supply facility to prevent a projected cut in service. Officials report disruption of operations as residents face waiting times and shortages in the wake of the action.

Orvildr Cat Corttleyer Comepany

Twelve Missing From Greek Ship

A partial wreck or disappearance involves a Greek vessel with twelve missing crew members. Limited readable text mentions fever and tests, but concrete details beyond the missing crew are unclear. Authorities and search efforts are not specified in the fragments.

Fair and Warmer Weather Forecast Update

Regional forecast indicates tonight and Tuesday will be fair with little temperature change. Readings should be moderately warmer, with generally calm conditions across the area.

Texas

British War Mission Arrives in Washington

A British War Mission led by Arthur James Halfour and key members landed in Washington early today after a reception in New York City. They plan to remain briefly and travel onward to Canada, with discussions likely continuing through May.

Washington Arthur James Halfour New York City Canada

Guichkoff Exits Cabinet Amid National Crisis

The resignation comes as delegates discuss the provisional government’s handling of war and defense. May Hoedenen Cinehhed Wolfet at wats warns of continued instability and calls for accountability while Koen Father KitQne faces scrutiny over state leadership and the crisis.

Wats Motaichett Peemier

School Children March With Trade Excursionists in Oklahoma

In Geary the Oklahoma City trade excursion receives a royal welcome as school children greet the visitors with a concert and speech by Rev Frank Roach. G B Spilman of the army post and the excursion force are noted for their military bearing and steady march. The event marks a strong civic reception with hundreds of locals present and a continuation noted on Page 2 Column 3.

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C R Brocks Called by Death

C R Brocks died at his home after a month's illness. Survived by a widow and several children. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

C. R. Brocks Orret Leas Tommy Wire Cote Sanford Dawetings

Stabbing on Street Car Leads to Arrest in Neighbor Dispute

Report of a stabbing on a street car involving John Wilflanig and Janie Taylor. Taylor allegedly stabbed Wil Avarme in the heart during a quarrel over a crapeattie as witnesses called police. Detectives Snelen and Hraceth later captured Taylor, 26, who resided at 22 West Prive Avenue.

Nave Germany Father No Man's Land Tabor John Wilflanig Janie Taylor Taylor Willianin Ald West Prive Avenne Taylor

Believe Girl Took Own Life In May Incident

A report from CHCA dated May 14 notes concerns about a girl who killed herself. Police and local figures consider possible motives tied to affection and social pressure. The investigation explores whether strained relationships or threats may have influenced her action. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.

Veaigarion Grace Henry Peete Antony

British counterpush slows German advance in the West

A dramatic World War I war summary notes General Haig pressing along the line with emphasis near Queant and Bullecourt. British steadfast defense and stubborn assaults push toward the Dinar Cambrai sector as German efforts falter in the face of Allied pressure.

Marie Au Hawi Keown Dinar Cambrai Haig Queant Germany

Give Spuds Instead of Trading Stamps

Inceitiaiey at the try where the tending stan was popular before the advent of war fiers, the one and peituty have been substituted by groveres and fruit dealers. The Kadgewood section at Mroklyr discusses radio cent purchase and profit sharing. It is estimated that many buyers have adopted the same scheme giving a Latin of potatoes and a patronage shift.

York Groveres Mroklyr

Hose Lines Cut and Fire Destroys Orlanda Plant

In a dramatic blaze at the Overstreet Crate plant near Orlanda, hoses were cut and the factory burned today. Early reports suggest sabotage and arson allegations as investigators begin examining equipment and inventory losses. Local authorities secured the scene while firefighters worked to control the flames amid strong winds.

Orlanda

School Heads Fail to Heed Economy Plea

State education officials report school heads show little response to economy plea. Superintendent HL Wilson notes delays in submitting recommended faculty retention lists. Weatherford Tahlequah and Alva normals report none received. A future reset plan to standardize teacher credits could aid smaller high schools, amid tense budget pressures.

Willlette Bowrd Weatherford, Tahlequah and Alva Normals Wilson

Teddy's Army contributions noted in Chicago

Chicago reports 5 478 for Teddy's Army as sap a clucaweatie applications move to New York City for entirment and Colotiels progioned maped, while Baltimore notes Marshal Joffre and other wrenches observing a war tion spent sank Hive haltitiete foelay.

Chicago Bern New York City Waltimore Marshal Joffre

Infernal Machine Found in Palace Kaiser Occupies

A correspondent reports an infernal device found in the Kaiser’s palace in Berlin. The weapon allegedly aimed to wreck the palace and damage the imperial residence, prompting caution as authorities investigate the threat and safeguard the site.

Kaiser Berlin Gernbitt Cerca

Board of Trade stops dealing as prices spike in wheat

Washington reports draft to curb foodstuff speculation prompts two day halt in May corn and oats trading. Directors order May wheat and oats trading discontinued while May contracts for corn and oats face suspension to cool runaway grain prices.

Board OF Trade Chicago Board of Trade Tolay Will Hild Tamerrei Griffin Board of Iida Lonnen

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