09 May 1913
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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1913
Page
1
Chicago voters celebrate Major R R Jackson winning the Third Senatorial district seat after a self funded recount costing at least $600. Attorney Albert B George argued for opening ballot boxes, unseating Henry M Ashton and H W Harris backed by Farra, while William Ostrum had led initially before the recount.
A column summary notes Mr Radford discusses home building and architecture with practical ideas. The feature promises guidance for readers considering expanding or improving homes, focusing on six room outlines and architectural tips.
Dunbar High School ends its term with a pupil produced play at the First Baptist Church and a forthcoming graduation ceremony. Students Theressa Iiryant Jesse Kelton Mattie Mitchell Etta Kidd Mary Bilin Saretha Holt Andturd Trotter Dewey Davidson A Jackson Gertrude McDonald Cecil Pitzerald Dav Evan Johnnie Walker Amanda Woods Alfred Hicks participate with Prof Hughes leading a strong assisting corps in a showcase praised for its quality amid colored school conditions.
The article lists several black owned businesses in Montgomery including groceries, a drug store, a bookstore, a realty firm, a barber shop, a tailor, and other shops, highlighting visible progress within the community. It notes a twenty year old nose shop and mentions various small enterprises as signs of growth.
Local Realty The Chelona Realty and Investment Company proposes a new exclusive office building at the corner of Greenwood and Cameron streets with authorized capital of 100,000. Directors include J J Stratford president and De A W Hiltyant vice president with N by Wally as assistant secretary and Lathan as treasurer. Lawyer Ho A Guess acts for the company.
The Pullman Company contributed 10 000 dollars to the Chicago YMCA building fund for young men. The gift accompanied a letter from company president dS Rennels to J Wilber Mene of the association. Ground at East 68th Street and South Wabash Avenue will host a 200 000 project with gym and swimming pool. A dedication June 15 will feature Dr Booker T Washington. About 1 400 Pullman workers reside nearby and Rosenwald, Harris, and McCormick have given large plots.
Community hails new ventures in North Greenwood praised as progress by local residents. Tatum opens a dry goods store and Portnord Tutoring Co led by D Ford, both highlighted as promising young entrepreneurs bringing services and improved shopping to the area.
The Annual Sermon of the Knight of Pythiss and Calanthe was preached last Sunday at the A M E Church by Rev. vas A Johnson. Dr. Jordan of Philadelphia, secretary of the National Baptist Board, spoke Wed at Pirut Baptist church, praising his audience. Miss Louisa Page, aged 64, died April 24, shocking Mr. Enver and neighbors. The Readie com meets at Mrs. Williams home Sunday 5 p.m. Various local events, remodeling, and a Dalton Texas medical plan were noted.
Mrs Cleaver hosted her nephew last Thursday night at her East Arche home with several courses served. All attendees appeared to enjoy themselves during the gathering.
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