Oklahoma celebrates 1889 land run with parade and rodeo
Oklahoma City hosts a three day celebration recalling the 1889 land rush. Thousands gather near the state capitol for a pistol start and replica events, including wagon and buggy processions, old fashioned ball, and street parades. Women racers join the program and wild horse attractions cap the festivities.
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Oklahonians
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Oklahomna
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Caige
Oklahoma
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Billy
Fort Worth Couple Reported in Bed Incident
A Fort Worth couple, Mish Made Wranesy Tallow and Chamagy Jogepl Milonecy, awakened by a judge at midnight, were involved in a dispute over a marriage matter as authorities proceeded with legal actions. The report notes unexpected court proceedings tied to a marriage case.
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Marty
Prangingo
Jicenke
Fort Worth
Texas
Ma Ferguson Visits Penitentiary at Huntsville
Governor Miriam A Ferguson and former Governor James Ferguson visit Huntsville Texas State Penitentiary. She tells inmates she will be reelected and vows to set a record for pardons in the next two years. Guards and wardens hear her brief auditorium remarks about discipline and reform.
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Hontsville
Bublad
Dexas Penitentiary
Doduy
Miriam A. Ferguson
James Jo. Ferguson
Um Institution
Wis
Tivo
Dlevtrin Lpi
Salvation Army Chief Evangeline Booth Stricken by Appendicitis
CUUCAGQO April 21 reports Salvation Army general Evangeline Booth is confined to bed with appendicitis amid a crisis in the organization. Medical infection fears are noted as she remains under care.
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Evangeline Booth
Cuucagqo
Tiyan Xeline Booth
Salvation Army
Considern
Pericim
Pershing Favored to Lead Troops to France in 1927
Oklahoma City post No 35 of the American Legion endorsed General John J Pershing for national commander. Local pledges support at the Philadelphia convention next fall as part of commemorating the two th anniversaries of entry into the World War.
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France
Oklahoma City
John J. Tershing
Ant
American Legion
Philadelphia
Laris
Omaby
Omaby National Convention List Fall. Com
United States
Priest, General's Friend Found Slain in Bed
A report from Nogales states Catholic priest Pather Gregoro Esnarvasoza of Badirmunts, Stanton, Mexico, intimate friend of the late General Angel Mores, was found murdered in bed Sunday. A special dispatch to the Nogales Herald mentions the fatal crime and a likely motive remains unclear.
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Nogales
Avia
Pather
Gregoro Esnarvasoza
Badirmunts
Stanton
Mexico
Fmt
Angel Mores
Ligyratel
Chinese Rum Men Ship Cargo Into U8, 81. PAUL
Federal prohibition agents report intercepting a liquor smuggling scheme involving Chinese laborers handling contraband whiskey. The operation allegedly moved alcohol from Canada into the United States and was detected when whiskey appeared in a freight car just after crossing the border.
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Paul
Minu
China
Cimada Fotolus United
Seares
Masked Pair Robs, One Shot, Context Unknown
A report describes masked men attacking a man on a sidewalk near Midivan Street. The victim, Billy Smith, is threatened and restrained while a pistol is shown. the assailants demand money and flee. Separate note: Brazil names a new marine minister, reflecting overseas events.
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Rohhal
Billy Smith
Midivan Street
Lis Wiitel
Carly ‘Thueaday
Garden
Walington
Sunith
Jury Service Dodgers Hit Merchants and Attorneys
A distorted account notes merchants and professionals avoiding jury duty with legal help from Louis Seltesinger and Retail Merchants Association officials. The piece cites business-season excuses and a push to counter jury avoidance, referencing local attorney Chambers and enforcement concerns.
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Louis Seltesinger
Myrchants’ Association
Association Fistries
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