America’s Disgrace Lynching Record for 1914
A Tuskegee Institute summary lists 62 lynchings in 1914 with 58 Black victims and 4 white victims. The report, compiled by Monroe N. Work, itemizes offenses including murder and rape, and lists states with counts such as Georgia 18 and Virginia 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe N. Work
Tuskegee Institute
Alabama
Arkansas
California
Florida
Georgia
Minnis
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
North
Colored messengers for Western Union in Tulsa city scene
The Houston Observer notes colored messenger boys delivering and receiving telegraph messages for Western Union in Tulsa. It describes their attire and presence, stating colored messengers are now common and replacing earlier reluctance to employ Black youths. The item also mentions Hon. B. B. Lindsey visiting Chandler and planning to settle in Tulsa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Union
MacKay and
Western Union Telegraph Company
Indy
B. B. Lindsey
Chandler
Tulsa
Negro republic plan sparks debate at conference
MB conference discusses a proposed Negro republic in Africa with claims for independence and shared control. Leaders urge peace congress to consider self rule for Africans and the African diaspora, citing Liberia as a model while warning of long build up and dangers of external control.
Loyalty and persecution of Negro soldiers in wartime America
A 1918–1919 era editorial asserts unwavering African American loyalty to the United States in World War I and denounces northern and southern racism. It cites lynchings, Jim Crow, and violent racial prejudice, noting more lynchings in 1918 and the danger even for Black soldiers in uniform, while condemning German propaganda used to stoke racial fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
France
North
South
East
Tulsa Democrat
Southland
Jim
U.S
Negro Heroes Return from War in Readings at Gellic
Five battle scarred Colonel Hayward regiment members were honored at Gellic as wartime heroes. They gaze upon the Bartholdi statue and reflect on democracy, justice, and equality in America. The piece notes tensions between radical elements and leaders like Haig amid postwar debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward
Bartholdi
America
Marshal Haig
Cologne
Allied leaders plan to defend civilization in Europe
The New York Globe reports political and military leaders urging steadfast defense against aggression. Haig and allied forces are described as resisting tyranny while mobilizing resources and morale to curb the threat from central powers. The piece emphasizes national resolve and the urgency of united action.
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Andy Agaist
Hisuetive
Areds
Mirble
Fearon
Wans
Marshal Haig
Europe
Leone Peopel
New York Globe
Colored man deposits nine thousand dollars
A Colored man from Mabanu arrived in Gury with a large sum, depositing 1000 dollars and drawing interest as officials bent to his presence. The story notes his display of wealth and social shift, detailing a grand outing and lavish treatment, framed by the National Defender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian
Mabanu
Antiusig
Huey
Colored employment drive urged by Young Men's association
The Young Men's Caristarian Association in Tulsa calls colored veterans to register for employment assistance. Discharged soldiers are asked to provide full name, address, unit, and service details at the Tukey Star office Friday and Monday. MP HG Mannavatona, a local enthusiast, has relocated to Talia and plans to wed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carristean Assont
Ines Hoo
Buckster
Asecwhutinny Tty
Tulsa
Tukey Star
Wit Muiader
Mvan
Talia
Praise for Langston University Christmas edition letter
A letter from A. M. Marquess of Langston University compliments the Star’s Christmas edition as artistic and high quality praising its whole makeup. The note expresses pride and thanks for receiving copies, signed by Marquess and others. Charles Nunley, a popular citizen, spent Sunday at Muskogee.
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Marquess
Langston University
Langston
Dee von
A. J. Lutherman
Tulsa Stier
Tulsa
Odelle
Shitherman
Charles Nunley
Sunilay
Muskogee
Veterans Return From France After War Finish
A large force of U S Army units returns from France aboard the Celtic. The 814th Infantry with medical detachments plus several casuals and bedridden troops total 155 officers and 2123 enlisted men. They receive a warm New York welcome and express only regret that the Kaiser was not captured before the war ended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Joly J. Poristutag
New York Harbor
Inwilquarter
New York
Terra Firme
America
Plan to grant African colonies to form an African Republic
A proposal outlines turning over European African colonies housing 12,000,000 people to an “African Mace” with Colored people in other regions to oversee a staged transition to federation and possible independence. It argues educated Black leaders could establish a stable government while Liberia’s example is cited. observers doubt many will accept relocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Peace Commission
Africa
Wilson
Germany
Peace Congress
Pram
Psu
Vnte
Liberia
Rev
Tucker
South
United States
Tulva
Kigal
Egrey Republic
Ammee Congress
Eusrope
Republic of Liberia
Notice to Public on Paper Department Management
Public notice from The Tulsa Star Printing Company requests all business inquiries be directed to Theo Paughenan, manager of the printer department and managing editor of the weekly paper. The editor A J Smitherman urges orderly conduct and proper business handling under established rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo Paughenan
Tulsa Star Printing Company
Sally Aid
Gesceal
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Tuskegee, Institute
Abi
Dour
Aprica
Plipper-Key-Davie University
Ohio
Hecerbyer
Hishoy J. M. Conner
Little Hock
tHails
Northwaxt Episcopal Conference
Ward Chapel
M. E. Churehy
Weble
Department of Jastion
Negri
Dawson
de A. Stewart
Martin Reeves
T. Curtis
Marshalls
J. & Nelson
Christain Recorder
Philadelphia
A. Saton
Argenti
Ark
CR Tucker
Voice of Mission
New York City
Ft Tucker
Tula
Mo Townsend
Church
de. Ast Hubbard
Terence
Tompkins
D. Weandt
HL O'Ctork
Negheo Nation
A.J. Smitherman
Eer
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