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Newspaper

Oklahoma City Times

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1916

Page

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French Bayonets Retake Dourmont Fort At Verdun

French forces break the German siege at Dourmont in Verdun, recapturing the stronghold as German assaults press the Meuse front. General Nivelle orders artillery and infantry actions toward Port Touaumont while German gas and bayonet attacks meet stiff French resistance around Hill 104 and the Deuaument sector.

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Austrians Drive Back Italians in Mugna Valley

The war office reports Austrian forces advance in southern Tript against Italian positions. Austrian units drive Italian troops from both banks of the Mugna valley, signaling a renewed push in the sector and asserting tactical gain amid ongoing hostilities.

War Office Mugnna

Cost of War to England 24100000 A Day Says Asquith

English premier Asquith warns that the cost of war runs to about 24.1 million pounds daily. He cites day by day expenditures as the war deepens and the empire scales up its credit needs amid mounting financial strain.

England Asquith

Church backs move for federal prohibition

A Cumberland hyterian church committee advocates federal prohibition in a report presented at a town meeting. The presiding minister urged action and emphasized national policy over local concerns.

Cena Niotealarment Cumberland Hyterian

Fair Wednesday Weather Forecast

Forecast calls for fair conditions with no temperature change. Regional outlook notes continued warnings and a warmer trend possible later, with hourly temperature updates provided. Weather advisory mentions Mosinee yesterday and Kansas location, emphasizing monitoring for changes.

Shooting at Husband Kissing Other Woman Not Divorce Ground

A fragmentary report indicates a shooting incident connected to marital strain over a husband kissing another woman. Local authorities investigate possible grounds related to divorce and personal threats amid unclear details.

Billy Sunday Visit Sparks Religious Controversy

Fragmentary notes describe Billy Sunday possibly visiting within three years, with tangled references to a large crowd and political figures. The garbled text mentions Sunday’s attendance, a wife, and a party of painters, weaving a murky scene of public interest and speculation surrounding the preacher’s appearance.

Oklahoma City Bond Market Faces Major Issue

Oklahoma City bond companies grapple with a large unsettled issue. The report notes bond offers, marked by finance officials, and mentions payment delays and potential sales. Names and exact figures are unclear due to damaged text. The piece hints at substantial expenditures and forthcoming actions by authorities.

Taggart Sees River Measure Move Sparks Coin Debate

A political note outlines how a river measure is shifting funds away from a coin program. The speaker, Taggart, claims the plan would redirect money to other priorities, citing state and local stakes. The account mentions legislative figures and regions, including Minneapolis and Omaha, tied to the discussion.

Taggart River Measure

Troopers Actions Trigger Complaint in Local Case

A local report details actions by troopers that sparked an official complaint. The text references a Tuesday event and mentions a general oversight, with emphasis on the governing body and the investigation's progress.

Americar's Release Questioned by Britain

The article reports Britain seeking Americar's release amid ongoing tensions. It notes diplomatic exchanges, a German connection, and mentions a May date. The piece references officials in New York and Rihemnere, with limited readable detail due to OCR quality.

Warmington Amarin Ehiteem

County Targets Large Cider Sellers in Prohibition Crackdown

Chemical analyses of seized beverage show large amounts of alcohol. Believed cider is doped. Attorney Selby states authorities plan to arrest many cider sellers in the county.

Selby

Ill Policing Tale Of Poison Booze And Mourning

A garbled report describes a policeman falling ill after drinking seemingly tainted alcohol. The fragment mentions a court, a hospital, and a public disturbance, with references to a 19 river term and a confrontation at a Main Street location. Names and precise details are obscured, but the piece centers on a drinking incident and ensuing concern.

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Provident Home Planned on Unit System

Fragmented OCR text describes a proposed provident home plan tied to a unit system with political and charitable references. It mentions a vote, a city, a tenant, and a campaign for a charity home and related proceedings. The readable content is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.

Provident Home

Republican Meeting Beset by Noise and Circus Allegations

A fragmented report notes a Republican gathering amid claimed noise and chaotic circus atmosphere. It mentions the audience, attendees, and officials, with unclear references to dates and locations.

Oil Exchange Would Center Business Here

An article discusses establishing an oil exchange hub in a local area, detailing likely impacts on community commerce and regional finance. It mentions infrastructure plans, potential sponsors, and key figures linked to the venture, with focus on economic activity and municipal involvement planned for the site.

Oil Exchange

Railroad Chiefs and New Orleans Men Visit

Railroad chiefs and New Orleans men visit New Orleans area officials and managers discuss network modernization, freight handling, and infrastructure upgrades. Officials emphasize coordinated efforts to improve routes, safety, and service reliability across the region.

New Orleans

Former Oklahoma Prisoner Details From Fragmented OCR Text

Fragmentary OCR passage mentions names and places with unclear context. It references a former Oklahoman and a western prison, but lacks coherent events or dates. Entities include Melfyllan, Wiel, Menmeilen, Panik TL, and UEDA Alvanade, with scattered phrases about fever and rain.

Melfyllan Menmeilen Femmes Panik Tyne

Four Ships Go Down One Norwegian Boat in Tale of Loss

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a naval disaster with multiple vessels sunk and a lone Norwegian boat surviving. The garbled text mentions ships, the sea, and a dramatic loss scenario amid wartime atmosphere.

Ingalls Submits Mercantile and Dwelling Rates

The report notes a ten percent drop in residence rates and an eighth cut on business houses. It mentions other decreases when waterworks are built and references various places and figures in a period of rate adjustments amid fire protection discussions.

JURY FOR ORPET MURDER TRIAL NEAR COMPLETION

Fragmentary OCR text suggests final jury selection proceeding for the Orpet murder trial with numerous garbled fragments referencing jurors, court proceedings, and courtroom actions. unreadable sections indicate preparation steps, possible witnesses, and procedural details.

Orpet

Troopers Charge In Autos Through Night at 60 Miles

A chaotic night assault ends with a gunfire incident at Amerton involving the Cardenas family. A bandit armed with a Mattbn weapon raided a ranch, injuring several and forcing residents to flee as authorities pursued.

Ham Thom Pinto

Man Missing Sparks Wife’s Worries Across Town

A man vanishes prompting his wife to fear for his safety as neighbors and officials search. Reports indicate a rapid, citywide concern with lines of inquiry focusing on recent sightings and possible leads near the river and depot.

Teen Petty Court Race Shown At Friday Meet

A fragment describes a teen pentatety competition held Friday with participants from multiple districts. The report notes a title or award among young competitors and mentions a local sponsor or organizer, but the full details are unclear in the damaged text.

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