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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1915
Page
1
The U S Supreme Court strikes down the grandfather clause in Oklahoma, affirming equal voting rights for Black citizens. The decision is hailed as justice and fairness, with calls for Colored voters to stand for men and principles beyond party lines.
The Supreme Court ends the grandfather clause in Oklahoma and opens voting to Black citizens. The writer laments the partisan Democratic machine and condemns the clause as aimed to suppress the Black vote while white voters face no similar barrier. The piece calls the ballot cleansing essential.
Muskegon Okli J Special to the Star reports post office head Snow Brewer has ordered colored men to remove hats in officials’ presence. Editor A J Smitherman, contacted about a private office incident, refused and faced threats. authorities and subscribers’ statements are being gathered for the postal department through congressman. Local carriers may have resisted to limit Star circulation. complaints mount as the matter unfolds.
A lawsuit by Dr J T Wilson a prominent Memphis surgeon against the Rock Island Railroad is reported to be filed in federal court within days. The action concerns a refused Pullman ticket and is led by attorney Win Harrison of Oklahoma City.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Allied landings on the Gallipoli peninsula and include political rhetoric, wartime context, and names such as Murphy, Louisville, and New Albany. The text weaves mixed commentary on mobilization, race, property, and recruitment with scattered local references and personal observations.
Hail all Waath the 4th Anniversary at Ady vance Lodge No 174 F&A ME in Oklahoma City June 26 and 27. Grand Master G. I. Cherian and officers will attend with Ray W. HL Logon from Texas. A banquet Saturday night starts events followed by Easter Star Chapter members.
The narrative describes a journey visiting Howard University and Washington locations, praising facilities for colored people and noting educational opportunities. It references notable figures and events in pursuit of social advancement and institutional strength.
Fragmented lines mention residents like Joleen Pareet, Francee Curry, Annie Maxey, and A Johnson. The item references attendance at an event, farm weeks, and general well wishes. The text shows unclear, incomplete sentences about health and local activities in Haute Valley and surrounding area.
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