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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1914
Page
8
The text references Huerta, a humorist, asserting safety amid tensions with the United States. It mentions government involvement and potential foreign property concerns, with fragmented garbled names suggesting individuals like Cather and others.
The document outlines the aims of the Brotherhood of Railroad Train Porters of America, urging unity and peaceful national service. It invites applications for membership, stating dues of $2.50 and that any person 21 or older of good character may join, with Chicago contact details for RH Oliver and TL Winston.
The next quarterly examination for teachers certificates will be held at the county office in September. Applicants for a state certificate may forward their papers with two dollars to the State Superintendent for grading.
The Attorney General rules that certificates issued before the new law can be renewed to the original term if the holder complies with section 19T of the 191% School Laws. A new firm Wright & Davis operates in the East End, Cheaver Cherry buildings on North Greenwood, selling groceries, fresh meats, new and secondhand furniture, and offering general repair services.
A fragmented account recalls Paul Laurence Dunbar born near Payton Ohio and later rising as a gifted poet. It notes his early schooling, first verse in The Filet School Times, and growing talent shown at public events including addresses at the York Columbian Exposition and Toledo readings before his death on February 5, 1906 in Albany New York.
An early 20th century testimonial claims Dr Miles Nervine cured a child’s fits and convulsions. The letter cites Armbridge Pennsylvania resident Stephen G Mortick and urges trial of Nervine for epileptic or seizure related illnesses.
The Creek County School Meet held April 2 featured events across divisions with several schools and participants noted. Leaders included Minnie TL Wolf Bristow Lin division and Lacinde Brasier in advanced events, while Vivian Government and others contributed to the program as teams competed for honors and cooperation across sessions.
The Tulsa Star prints its 1914 ownership and circulation statement as required by the 1912 act. Editor A. J. Smitherman is listed with Tulsa as the owner and publisher. A. I. Grant as managing editor. H. Abraham as business manager. No bondholders or major stockholders are named beyond the editor-owner. Notary A. Augustus Gross attests to the declaration on April 6, 1914.
Bristow Oklahoma on April 22 reports plans for a large May 2 event linked to the State Negro Business League. Prominent Black leaders from several towns will attend to organize chartering a Bristow branch with speeches by Dr M A Wakefield Dr R Willem Jake Roberts J H Hamilton and J J James among promoters. Oil market notes crude has fallen twenty cents a barrel in Kansas and Oklahoma channels while refined product holds steady with a possible rise.
A Chicago resident Mr. Geo Rogers writes praising The Star noting his journey from Chicago to Portland as a Pullman car employee. He is brother to Bob Rogers owner of the Peoples Theatre of this city and has served in the Pullman service for some time, said to be making good.
Long list of visiting preachers and ladies of Missionary work from Vernon Chapel A. M. E. Church coordinates a regional gathering. Recipients include Rev. W. L. Chapelie, DD LLU, and many named pastors across Oklahoma, with Rev. A. Tucker of Oklahoma City highlighted as a strong bishop candidate.
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