National Negro Business Men's League Comes to Oklahoma This Week
Oklahoma welcomes the National Negro Business Men's League meeting at Muskogee Wednesday through Friday with hopes of a strong state showcase. A special train will carry Booker T. Washington and delegates to Boley, the nation’s largest Negro city, for visits amid plans to boost local industry and culture.
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Tulsa Negro Progress Report in City Life and Jobs
Tulsa presents a growing Negro population of about 5000 with strong representation from many states. The race runs two policemen and one deputy sheriff, earning respect from whites and their own community. Many own homes, some approaching half the population. employment widespread from trades to automobile service and construction. Women and men prosper in various businesses, with steady self-made gains. Continued in page eight.
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Oklahoma Honors Dr. Booker T. Washington Presence
Oklahoma salutes the celebrated educator Dr. Booker T. Washington, described as the greatest living American. The piece lauds his leadership, lifelong dedication to uplift, and influence extending nationwide, noting his role with the National Negro Business Men's League.
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Oklahoma Welcomes Dr Washington and Negro Business Leaders
A celebratory speech extols Dr Washington and his Negro Business Men during their 14th annual session. It praises peaceful meetings, unity of white and black citizens, and the organizers as bringing new hope and progress to Oklahoma. The speaker expresses generous hospitality and memorable visits.
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Boston B M C Promises to Be A Lively Meet
The Special Circular from Hoxton Odd Fellows lodge warns members of new laws pushed by Hutchinson Lodge and Grand Master Morris. It claims the proposed changes would transfer control of the order from American Negro Odd Fellows to England, threatening self-governance and racial dignity. The piece urges readers to obtain the circular and travel to Boston to oppose what it calls a cowardly surrender.
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