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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1920
Page
6
The Colored Republicans nominate a candidate for governor at a state convention amid racial tensions and claims of party unity. The report notes the candidate is described as the oldest in state history to seek the governorship and calls for support to boost chances.
A religious notice discusses Sabbath observance under the Old and New Covenants, noting the law of Love, rest of faith, and the state’s recognition of a weekly day of rest. It clarifies the observance is not divinely mandatory and cites the current preferred day chosen by authorities. Mrs. Mane Page will travel from 1411 South Carson Street to Oklahoma City and then Muskegon to visit her mother.
Homer L. Ferguson president of Newport News Ship Building and Dry Dock Company and trustee of Hampton University declared in Hampton Virginia that Colored labor is remarkably like other labor and merits honest treatment. He said African Americans save money similarly and emphasized the value of land ownership for economic security and national strength. He urged leaders among the colored community to think clearly, read, work, and stay steadfast as they lead.
In Little Rock on May 10 the Republican convention barred the Colored delegation from seats after credentials committee action. The Colored delegates held a separate convention, elected national delegates, and nominated J. M. Blount for governor. No presidential favorites or endorsements were discussed. Brasnea, a lease broker, opened offices in the Myer's building.
In Nashville Tennessee on May 1 Governor Roberts of Tennessee spoke to the Kansas City delegation of Nero Business Men visiting the Tennessee Industrial and Normal College. He urged that justice must be equal for all and that the Golden Rule should guide law and governance. He stressed leadership for the Colored race and vowed equal and exact justice for every person. Belle Johnson recovers from injuries in the Archer Street accident and patrons of Bell and Little Cafe praise her efficiency.
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