River Fair Delivers Odd Tales and Food Fête
A dusty county fair on the Creech bank drew crowds with quirky contests and a fried fish feast. Cherry was praised for overseeing the event while spectators watched a boy reel in a notable catch.
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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1920
Page
6
A dusty county fair on the Creech bank drew crowds with quirky contests and a fried fish feast. Cherry was praised for overseeing the event while spectators watched a boy reel in a notable catch.
An Oklahoma City report recalls Dynamite Ed who halted a dangerous explosion sequence. Perry, a candidate in the gubernatorial race, narrowly avoided injury when a fuse failed during a test near a railway yard, and his quick action helped prevent greater harm amid the tense event.
State board opened bids for August 4 primary ballots and committees awarded funds. Figures show totals from various counties and parties, including Socialist and local entities. Names of cities and officials appear in partial form amid the fragmented OCR text.
Residents express strong views on the US Supreme Court decision upholding Jim Crow laws. The opinion is seen as harming Black communities and threatening southern economic stability by reducing war material and raw commodity output. Concerns include labor shifts and increased hardship for Black people despite color.
The ongoing conversion in San Francisco attracts broad interest as major groups engage in the process, highlighting changes in local leadership, economy, and community dynamics. Stakeholders including businesses, residents, and officials are voicing concerns and expectations for the city's future.
In Muskogee on June 30, Plipperkey-Davis 1 ends a year as president. The ceremony honored his leadership amid a period of reform and growth in the department. Def dd Jones and a select group assisted in the closing events as plans for higher status and future education were discussed.
The article notes a library moving into new quarters with lines of text describing the shift and noting improved access for school children. It mentions support from the community and local publications while emphasizing the facility’s role in education.
The Uplift Club crowned Miss Margaret Ingram with the fuel coveted crown after a drive. Ceremonies are planned soon with public exercises dates set. The group promotes a Day Nursery and club arts program led by Mrs Jefferson and Mrs Gray among others.
A birthday gathering honoring the Reverend VM Greene took place on the second day of the month at Muskoge Vila. Attendees described the event as one of the most pleasing occasions.
A church in Murkowee hosted a reception for local troops and volunteers. Organizers thanked warmly for their kindness, noting the gracious help and support received from the community during the visit.
Distingu ished veterans gathered for the American Woodmen event in Oklahoma City. Senator Gure faced criticism over representation as Oklahoma residents urged action. the Hutte ro Division veterans adopted strong resolutions at Tul wt reunion. The 182nd division plans its next reunion in Oklahoma City.
OKLAHOMA CITY June 20. Eelvols and the corporation commission discussed the wheat belt grain shortage. Elevators, threshers, and railway officials were in conference seeking ways to save the small grain crop. Storage facilities are being expanded on farms and in towns to ease the crisis.
Camprell Rossel a member of the state corporation commission failed to gather enough signatures to start a proposed pardon and parole board amendment to the Oklahoma constitution. He pursued the effort against Governor Robertson's pardon policy but fell short as he halted near the final moment.
Wharton Texas June reports an Associated Press dispatch detailing lynching violence targeting Black men. Police and local authorities face calls for investigation as community tensions rise and rumors spread amid the deadly incident.
Early this week in the county, two men linked to a serious shooting were struck by passing cars while others were chased and restrained. A deputy sheriff was fatally harmed in the same incident involving Washington Giles and a man unnamed, near Diamond Mound. Bodies of Jo die Gordon and Elijah Anderson were found hanging east of Wharton, the morning after.
Ada Bradley petitions for divorce from Walter Bradley in Tulsa County District Court alleging extreme cruelty with non support. Respond by July 30, 1920. otherwise petition may be deemed true and divorce granted. Porteh County Clerk D. K. Spelman Deputy.
State of Oklahoma to Claude Benton and Loony Benton sue for absolute divorce in Tulsa County District Court No 11875. Respond by August 6, 1920 or allegations in the petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered. Dated June 24, 1920. Jno D Porter County Clerk. Deputy Spellman. SADDLER attorney for plaintiff.
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