13 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1920
Page
1
Tulsa voters prepare for a tight primary with the Hubbard led administration expected to win mayor and commissioners. The article notes improvements in city finances and services over two years, strong Black voter support, and a large candidate slate for all seats, including opposition tickets.
The Tulka Star lauds Police Commissioner F. M. Bohn for improving the Police Department and expanding African American appointments. It notes budget limits restrain fuller progress and urges fair citizens to support continued leadership, highlighting Tulsa as uniquely led by a Black head of detectives.
The article lauds Hon. M.J. McNulty as Tulsa street commissioner for diligent service and city improvements. It notes support from Tulsa’s Colored People who favor his candidacy in the coming primary, highlighting jobs for colored men and satisfactory completion of public works.
Tulsa candidate Meyer announces for mayor under Democratic banner. He pledges a square deal for citizens, regular contract publication, and strict enforcement while supporting progress in Tulsa.
Robert B Curran announces seeking Commissioner No 1 for Democratic primary on Tuesday March 16. Platform pledges right and justice a square deal for law and order. Support requested from voters.
Several candidates announce runs for county commissioner in district Nos 2 and 4. Me nt Lty Jr and others seek party primary support on March 16 1920, urging backing from Republicans and Democrats.
In a notice for the Democratic primary voters, J L Shauguinssy announces candidacy for City Auditor with the election set for Tuesday March 16. The message emphasizes adherence to the democratic process and voter will.
J B Stradford a leading Tulsa Colored Republican candidate for City Commissioner No 2 praises the Democratic City Administration at a Afro American Democratic Club meeting. He notes past wealth and hotel contributions and says election in the primary could advance his plans for public upgrades if chosen for the City Commission.
Claremore residents share news of visits and attendance at events. Mrs. Parlee Brown is moved. Mrs. Hum of Okinulgee visits. Mr. Howard Smith’s death noted with burial plans for his son. Nowata girls and local schools host games and a Song Festival. funeral services for Mrs. Mary Miles and Mr. Nathan Booker noted with related sympathy messages.
Chicago reports a special flight arranged to bring West Virginia State Senator Bloch to Charleston by Wednesday to break a senate deadlock over ratifying the federal suffrage amendment. He must reach Cincinnati by Tuesday night to catch a train to Charleston in time to cast his vote.
Vor Treas Board of Education announces his candidacy for Treasurer in the Democratic primary on Tuesday March 16. Carter Smith is the named candidate.
The Star announces an Extra Edition to be printed Monday afternoon to provide readers with the latest moves in the political arena during the current campaign.
Miss Myra Franklin of Kansas City arrived in Winfield for a few weeks with her parents Mr and Mrs Henry Franklin. Miss Ad Slaughter who spent winter in California has returned home. The WTL FP Circle met with Mrs Andy Charles last Friday. The receipt from the serving was 82 0.25. Miss Awilda Brown attends eating school at Manhattan.
Grand officers of the jurisdiction of Oklahoma are under bond except the elected Grand Secretary who has not yet qualified. Citizens are advised to take due notice and govern themselves accordingly from ED Jefferson D GM.
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