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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1920
Page
5
Mr and Mrs Kellum welcomed a son born recently as a tri colored baby. They presented the infant with a silver craft token and a Liberty Bond. The family shared joy at the new arrival and the hopeful future ahead.
A fight between Wailer C. Lillie and a streetcar conductor sparked a race riot in Philadelphia Monday night. Police intervened with a large force. one fan was shot and eight people were arrested and jailed as authorities distill the incident.
A local man named Grampton confessed to a long list of murders thefts and other offenses after arrest for housebreaking. Police reports say he admitted guilt and claimed insanity.
Governor Sleeper of Chigan Bay refused to deliver one mare to Sheriff of Wikerson County claiming doubt that the mare would be lynched if returned to a white farmer in Wilkinson County, a few weeks earlier.
In Palm Beach Florida Judge C D Blickwell presided as Graham the mother of ten year old John G boy whipped her son in court last Tuesday. The punishment followed a conviction that the boy beat a younger girl in a school fight.
The article reports a Republican landslide victory in Oklahoma with Afro American citizens expressing cautious approval of Cox and Democratic allies. It notes calm reaction in Muskogee and mentions limited disturbances on South Second Street, reflecting tense race relations during the era.
Fragmented Oklahoma political coverage discusses Republican gains, race politics, and potential party splits. Mentions Miss Robertson's senate race outcome, Wagoner County registrars, and southern political tension. Warns of shifts in post office and Muskogee jobs, and reflects on Pat Harrison’s campaign impact.
Hampton Virginia reports on the Phillis Wheatley Association led by Miss June Hunter aiding colored girls through employment, education, and a Girls Reserve program. The group staffs an employment bureau serving 700 monthly workers, with 13 secretaries and a $47,000 annual budget.
Prairie View State Normal College at Prairie View presented a notable exhibit at the annual State Fair. Under the direction of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, the school earned praise for its exhibit and its leadership within Texas educational circles. Ancient Order of Moses Holds Washington Gathering
The funeral of General Wiseman, wee 24 of this city, who died Mon. The Odd Fellows lodge and local residents gathered to honor the fallen member with eulogies and floral tributes in a somber ceremony.
The public is invited to hear Tr Ennett Stewart, prominent lawyer and Melahori Grand Master, address the men and boys of Tulsa this Sunday at 3 30 p m at the Haptoy Franch venue. Gregg as Executive Secretary notes the event.
Ack Thompson and Pinkey Lewis are slated to clash Monday night in a pro bout at Conventos Mall. The twelve round decision match promises a whirlwind start to finish as contender Jock Thomson faces Pinkey Lewis in a in good condition contest.
College girls recall Aunt Caroline in a service mentioning her forty years of faithful service. The gathering included songs performed by the group to honor her memory.
A fragmented report notes an arrest connected to alleged defrauding by a group led by Edward Myrd and Bernicey Macon. The text references free white lawyers, sons of money, and alleged damage claims ranging up to twenty dollars, with loans to plaintiffs.
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