23 Sep 1918
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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1918
Page
1
The Oklahoma State Democratic Convention in 1918 debates whether to invite Al Gore to speak. Delegates split over the invitation with some threatening to walk out and others urging action to show patriotic resolve as war spirit runs high.
Japanese officials state there is no intention to gain territory or modify borders in talks with Russia. The remarks emphasize a focus on peace and stability while seeking cooperation on regional concerns.
The state Liberty loan campaign speakers committee bans a planned parade and speaking program for French Foreign Legion visitors to Oklahoma City next Saturday. Chester Westfall notes details received, but arrival and departure times are unclear. If time permits, a downtown parade and veterans’ speeches are planned, with about sixty Legion officers and men to be received by the president.
United Confederate Veterans members arriving by special trains widen hopes for a turnout near 75,000 at Tulsa reunion events. Gen George P Harrison of Opelike Ala presides as health concerns affect attendance. Leaders including Gov Gardner and Sen Owen noted. Sons of Confederate Veterans and Confederated Southern Memorials participate.
Readable fragments note passengers and a mechanism for arrivals with mentions of Chickens and evening events. Details are sparse and names or places are unclear. The text hints at carried goods and timing but lacks cohesive facts or dates.
Reported exchange between Mexican forces and local deputies resulted in multiple shots near the border. Details are unclear as fragmented lines describe a confrontation involving a marshal and several individuals, with authorities investigating the incident.
Oklahoma City crowds flood the State fair as more than 5 000 pass gates from 8 am with total 13 624, 1 521 earlier two days. Out of town visitors pour in and downtown hotels fill. a veterans parade precedes events with Union veterans, Governor Williams sending regrets.
Capt. Marcus Covell longtime army recruiting officer dies after a month long illness at age. He served forty two years and was retired ten years, called to active duty a year and a half ago to lead local station since 1917. A board will appoint successor as burial plans proceed.
A public reception will be held on First Street at 720 to honor seven war work organization representatives forming the reception committee. E. Miss Ocleaah and Dri Davis, former residents, are mentioned in association with the event.
Fragmentary text notes a brief campaign remark about cooperation and a southern region, mentioning CA, with unclear context or outcome and no identifiable individuals or events.
Washington announces ten percent payment on application for the fourth Liberty loan. Installments: 20 percent due November 21, 20 percent December 19, 20 percent January 16, and 20 percent January 30. Plan aims to curb early subscriptions and streamline redemption terms.
Copenhagen dispatch reports Vice Chancellor von P. of Germany receiving mixed reactions on Saar matters. Comments suggest socialists have not considered certain proposals, while others advocate participation and unity within the party. Von Hertling's approach remains under note as debates continue.
Washington reports that August exports and imports reached record high values in American foreign trade. The data indicate stronger overseas shipments and imports than any previous August, marking a historical peak in the balance of trade.
French forces press the campaign near Vendeuil close to the Oise nine miles from St. Quentin. They advance from Vendeuil toward the river and La Fontaine wood Hinacourt, with gains on the Arras Lens front reported.
London dispatch reports Serbian forces cut the main railway line between Uskub and Saloniki and reached the western Vardar bank. They also cut the line to Prilep, advancing 25 miles in a day and taking prisoners as German and Bulgarian lines weaken. Paris reports Allied cavalry near Strumitza and Bulgarian forces cut off in Monastir-Prilep region.
Lindon Sept 23 official British war office bulletin reports General Allenby’s forces north of Beisan have captured 25 000 Turkish prisoners and 260 guns. British reports say Turkish forces of about 40 000 trapped, and the last Jordan crossings are closed, preventing any escape west of the Jordan.
London reports British forces repulsed German counterattacks between St. Quentin and Cambrai. They advanced near Tombois, took trenches northwest of Vendiceuil, and captured a ridge. An additional strong point south of the Roussoy Bony was seized, with a local attack south of Villers Guislain. German counterattacks near Gillemont farm were repulsed with heavy losses.
Reports describe German and Bulgarian reinforcements in Serbia. Allied forces push north and east from Monastir toward the Vardar, threatening encirclement of Macedonian positions. Heavy war material moved, with salient near Sokol and advances toward Saloniki and Prilep disrupting supply lines.
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