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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1914
Page
3
The Star presents a proud stance on equality and opportunity, defending a square deal for all citizens regardless of race. It urges perseverance against opposition, asserts its continued growth, and highlights calls for better roads, inclusive business ethics, and recognition of leaders and days of remembrance.
A fragmented early 20th century notice announces candidacy for Congress in the First Congressional District and for County Judge in Urlae County, both subject to Democratic primaries on August 4, 1914, with similar proclamations from Tulsa County and other jurisdictions. Names appear garbled but indicate multiple officials seeking party nomination.
JAS W Wooley announces candidacy for Tulsa County Treasurer and Tulsa County Sheriff subject to Democratic primaries on August 4. The notice states intent to run and identifies the candidate.
Thereby announce my candidacy for the office of Sheriff of the county subject to the democratic primary August 4 1014 SW Hooker 1 hereby announce my candidacy for the office of County Clerk Ex officio Register of Deoda for Tuli County subject to the democratic primary August 4th 1004 Lewis 8. Cline
An advertisement touts a patent medicine called the Hottentot Remedy. It claims multiple common ailments are treated, promises broad effectiveness, and cites a testimonial from a supposed certificate about C Dearman shipping large quantities by post from Tulsa Oklahoma. The text reflects promotional hype and dubious endorsement.
In a note signed W. J. Reneau postmaster of Tulsa urges readers to remember a combined slipment of medical concerns in the city and promotes the Famous Hottentot Remedy urging them to contact their druggist or call 1188 to obtain a bottle. The item frames the remedy as of immeasurable value and ties it to Tulsa business notices.
A promotional notice for a book on sexual knowledge by Winfield Scott Hall. It touts comprehensive guidance on sex, marriage, manhood and womanhood, and social issues, targeting teachers, doctors, lawyers, preachers, and social workers. It lists media endorsements and price details, with Miami Publishing Company as publisher.
In Charleston on May 16 the Progressive party nominated the first colored man for the Kanawha County lower house ticket. James, a wholesale produce and commission merchant, placed third in a seven candidate field. With 2,600 colored voters and support from white farmers, his prospects look bright.
Muskogee Oklahoma May 26 authorities search for Charles Jones a Black man accused of firing two shots at his wife Mabel Jones as she left a Black church Sunday night. Services ended and the congregation fled. Mabel Jones died before help arrived. She was suing for divorce and the trial was set for Thursday.
A Dayton Ohio advertisement promotes two attractive gold finished jewelry pieces as a free bonus with Spearmint Chewing Gum. For 10 cents shipping, customers receive a big box of gum and the Tanga necklace along with the Evelyn Thaw bracelet, limited to two orders per party. Dealers barred.
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