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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
2
Uneven clipping lists diverse items from political conventions to local incidents. It notes candidates at a national Republican gathering, a New York officer addressing a Black women’s clubs association, and a city playground project. It mentions Howard University funding, a mass apology over dining room access, and a wave of social tensions reflected in regional events.
In New York City a five story building is planned to be rented to a Colored tenant, sparking tension as white residents express anger at the invasion of this section. The Golf Reality company operates the property and aims to fill it with Black tenants amid community pushback.
A plan described as a cure all is proposed to blunt a looming national food shortage by influencing Southern opinion toward its Negro population. The movement aims to start locally and be used as a key tactic to forestall the threat of warlike action.
Rock Hill report states a new policy ends church usage for schools. Officials cite community needs and regulatory changes shaping education access. The brief notes local authorities review facilities and potential alternatives for students.
A new building is under way to house Segre Citron in the city. The street tune will be ready by the opening term of WML. The school is now being reconfigured amid efforts to address local clusters of Negro residents in this district.
Local Colored residents in Tig County plan extensive preparations for a county fair with earlier events and exhibits. Farmers in the area coordinate with organizers to showcase crops and crafts as part of a community program under the guidance of a director.
A local inter-racial committee organized by ANE and Servier aims to address race-related issues. The ten-member panel includes five Colored and five white men tasked with better education and housing for the Colored people in the area. The secretary has finalized arrangements for the committee’s operations and site coordination.
A large assembly in the Tleward Theatre last night highlighted the Salvation Army’s welfare work among the Colored people of the city. Commander Ebner Dota Sin and the Tey, Wo Th Jernagin led the event as principal speakers.
A fragmented local political note describes Oklahoma Republicans and delegates in flux. Mentions leaders, a Texas Special trip, and optimism for a National Convention seat while noting tension at a conference of voters and a controversial meeting at a hotel.
The report outlines a chaotic set of party contests in Chicago with delegates from multiple districts including Second and Muskogee facing moves to dismiss a challenge. The discussions center on the Negro issue and recognition within the party, reflecting internal tensions shaping potential outcomes before Thursday.
Fragmentary report describes a committee decision to seat candidates in various districts amid contention. It cites National Committee leaders and a New Orleans council figure opposing a Politic stance, with references to Armenian concerns and quotes criticizing self-government.
A public notice denounces certain pastors who warn followers to avoid lectures at 618 East Archer Street Masonic Hall. It invites people to attend the first and third Sundays of each month at 3:50 PM through year seasons, promising light and truth, with free seats and no collections.
Wanted to sell a reliable one horse cart with a guarantee of satisfaction. A bargain offered in Lansing.
Walter Brown of Guthere and Dr Neal the spine specialist visit Tulsa. Notables including M W A Kennedy, Dr Frank M Eagleson, and Mr A Smithermaan travel for business. The Modern Needle Work Club hosts a meeting at 417 N Greenwood with civic aims to improve Tulsa.
The Rev P C Dandridge well known Baptist pastor and editors manager of the Watchman Lantern Muskogee Okla was here Wednesday attending sessions of the Baptist Minister Conference. He was a welcome visitor to the Star sanctum.
Okmulgee attorney Calloway, a prominent lawyer, was in town on important legal business. He is known for handling major cases and appears to be engaging with local authorities during a period of active legal activity.
Miss Carrie Davis, a popular local teacher, entertained a group of friends Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Barney Cleaver on North Greenwood.
A reception honored Madanes Davis and Houston of Emporia Kansas with her mother and sister Mrs. Fredonia Magill. Mrs. Magill has improved greatly over four weeks and can visit her neighborhood. Prof. Hughes will teach at Langston Summer School this summer and leaves Saturday morning. Dixie Theatre is redecorated and refitted for summer with good business from nightly moving pictures. Booker T. Washington High School held closing exercises at the A. M. E. Church last Thursday with Dr. J. B. F. Shaw of Central Alabama College delivering a memorable address urging self dependence and focus on the present.
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