20 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1920
Page
1
Coroner's jury returns verdict that the victims died at the hands of unknown persons after a mob of hundreds in Douglas Georgia lynched a woman and two men. The incident followed the killing of Meurly Harper a white planter. No arrests reported.
A long protest letter argues against the notion of eternal torment, citing Bible verses and theologians. The author contends Pastor Russell’s views align with universal resurrection and warns Rev Johnson against misrepresenting sources like Strong's Concordance.
The State Teachers Association will convene in Tulex next Thursday for a three day meeting ending Saturday. Aiming to boost educational advantages and teacher conditions, sessions promise a strong program with anticipated growth and a committee to visit the legislature in January. President Pettus has pushed for better conditions for colored teachers and pupils and an active working group to advance the movement. Officers’ election will be a major focus of the gathering.
Bartlesville residents and ministers welcomed Mr Hill a noted Bible lecturer. He delivered an engaging talk that impressed church leaders and laypeople alike. Plans are made for his return on Sunday November 27 to present another Bible feature at the Methodist church.
The article reports a state move in California restricting Japanese land ownership and leasing, amid widespread prejudice. It notes Japanese holdings and farmland shares, contrasting with American ownership, and describes public sentiment viewing Japanese ownership as threatening fairness.
A report from Hockerington High School states a new assistant principal has been appointed amid a carnival event. The principal, along with Mrs. Few and Prof. arnd, are among local educators involved in early Thursday activities. Tulsa visits by J. Oscar Spencer and others influenced football arrangements with Washington High.
Itistow Min, a leading Bristow farmer, spent Thursday in the city on business and called at the Star to visit the editor.
The executive chairman, aged 48, issued a statement detailing the party’s plan to field a separation party in time for the next election. He warned there was no time to waste and urged unity to avoid jeopardizing patriotism and national interests.
Muskogee Oklahoma police report a bloodstained raincoat and a white suspect, possibly a pawnbroker, linked to the murder of Matjusie in his store on November 14. Officers shift from robbery motive to a feud related motive as details emerge after a caveated arrest timeline and evidence notes.
Nowata defeated Washington High yesterday to claim the state title in a hard fought championship game. The Nowata team dominated early and held the lead as they sealed the victory at the final whistle.
In Austin Texas the Court of Criminal Appeals reversed a lower court ruling that sentenced Corre M Grave, colored, for an alleged assault on a white woman in Bexar County. The reversal found blood stained clothes tied to the crime inadmissible as they did not prove intent and could inflame the jury. The case also debated alibi and whether the assailant could be identified by the victim.
A Black youth thwarted two masked robbers who entered Attata Georgia last night, threatening 15 customers and clerks at revolver point. He stood firm, dodging a shot that grazed his foot, as the robbers fled with a large amount of money reportedly taken from the store.
Renpy Cole, pianist, appeared at the Press Club auditorium Seattle in a farewell recital before a large audience. Her program included Schumann Sonata G minor Chopin Prelude in G minor and Negro folk songs transcribed by Coleridge Taylor. She departs soon for a seven month concert tour.
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