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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1920
Page
8
The statement asserts belief in true democracy as promoted by Thomas Jefferson. It pledges fearless pursuit of an honest impartial application of these principles to all men, regardless of race or color, and commits to fighting for equal rights and liberties.
The text proclaims a belief in serving God through selfless acts toward humanity. It emphasizes living righteously at all times, guided by conscience, and fearing only to do wrong. It references universal devotion and the Golden Halo as a guiding ideal.
A Rambler verse meditates on success as virtue in effort and character. It praises steady aims, zest tempered by earnest tone, fair play, hopeful striving, and service to life and love, even through strain, defeat, and sorrow. The poem champions integrity, labor, and persistence as paths to a better world.
The article condemns a 1919 Duluth murder lynching where about 5,000 men attacked three Black men accused of assaulting a white girl. Police failed to protect prisoners, sparking calls for a federal anti-lynching law and noting state authorities’ inability to curb the violence.
A call for federal intervention accuses local officials of tolerating jail break ins and public murders by lynchers. The speaker warns serious consequences if authorities do not act and demands prompt, decisive measures to protect prisoners and uphold the constitution.
Tulsa business leaders urge strong hosting for the upcoming K of P Grand Lodge and Interstate Encampment. Four thousand visitors are expected over three days with estimated spending around 16 thousand dollars. Dr. Wickham's efforts hailed. city urged to prepare and attract visitors. Plus a moral-essay note on ideals and a brief preview of a heated Hell-Fire debate between Richard Tilt and Billy Sunday.
The piece notes that well known political prophets predict Senator Cox of Ohio will become the next president, and that agreement with this view is near.
A Tulsa political group claims the largest Democratic organization in the area with about 350 members. The piece mocks traps and thieves falling out, notes all eyes on San Francisco as the next scene of action, and references Dante and Hell in a satirical tone.
Mrs Bell P Willis offers special treatment for female diseases and guarantees satisfaction under Anthony Dorsett care. She promotes Spik and Span washing agents and Meaning tablets as a sure cure and lists 523 North Booker Street as residence.
Mr J E Hardy visited a brother in the asylum under the Odd Fellows. Clarence Gilmore returns from Dallas after two weeks. James Peevy jailed for criminal assault. ex serviceman served nine months overseas with the 317th Engineers. Mrs Josephine Smiley died Friday June 11. burial at Griffin cemetery. Prof R W Battles to teach summer session. East regulars plan party and Masons announce public installation on June 24. Mrs Viola Wright hosted a reception June 12 for 24th anniversary with guests from Coal Gate Lehigh Oklahoma City Stonewall Okmulgee Griffin and Griffin-area families.
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