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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1918
Page
4
A garbled passage appears to describe funeral arrangements and an undertaker scene, naming several places and personal references. The text mentions a tentative schedule around a Saturday 4 2pm window, with references to undertakers and street locations, but exact details are unclear due to OCR corruption.
A sudden gully washer drenched the area yesterday causing street flooding and minor disruptions. Local authorities advise residents to avoid exposed waterways and monitor weather alerts for further advisories.
Fragmentary text notes a contractor named Smith and rapid activity around a process or project. References to locations or dates are unclear, though mentions of meetings and openings appear. No coherent events or outcomes are established from the readable fragments.
Fragmentary OCR describes a fire in a city area with possible injuries and a loss of thousands of dollars. Details are garbled but reference to a blaze and financial damage are present.
Mrs. Wewel C Wibson, daughter of Jones Reid, died Tuesday after a long illness at her home on VATS thentiord street. She had retired from service and previously worked at a local hospital. The obituary notes she was survived by multiple relatives and was well known in the community.
A fragmented note describes a dispute over lost cotton field stock and missing cattle. The scene mentions fine reads and a plea for payment, implying a local conflict over acreage and livestock. Community leaders and neighbors are referenced as they seek a resolution to the issue.
A fragment notes a large crowd and a security event with hundreds of people in a public space. The reference to soldiers and tides suggests a military ceremony or parade paused by crowd activity, with attention to orderly conduct and safety. Further readable detail is limited.
Fragmentary OCR item appears to describe a dining establishment, Wells as proprietor, with references to a waiter or staff, a street location, and an unsettled status. The garbled text suggests ongoing disruption at the Wells Quek Latch Star location, with sickness noted for a staff member.
A news item notes the marriage of Mie Fibel Walker and another partner, detailing the social context and prominent families involved. The account mentions Mrs Lang and Miss Metuillog visiting relatives, reflecting community ties and local coverage of the event.
Unclear OCR text mentions Joplin Missouri and names such as Mrs Charles Sunes Marvin Meira and Hithunt Ptuing with references to family, a Beisen and a star feature. The piece notes a recovery of Thomas A fetter and others, but details are fragmentary and uncertain.
Ms Lee A Anderson hosted her sister Voss for a night out at Mdwigy Park. The event included a supper and casual gathering. Nearby relatives from Paras, Texas were mentioned in passing.
Jury verdict in the murder case of a woman in Shiatouk nears after a district court session. The article notes personalities such as Fred Trathwell and Joab, with mentions of local figures including Willie Willis, My do the Phones, and Hrade, plus events at Midways Park and a city social life in Oklahoma.
Sand Springs Colored City School principal Hiro Waite Lane made a business visit, drawing local attention to his leadership role and ongoing community engagement.
Parish notices note Mrs Funk He Williams visiting friends and relatives as Paradise Baptist Church repeats printing this week. Mr Williams is currently handling a large load of smiles and greetings for attendees.
Fragmentary OCR from the Red Wing Motel register lists names and cities including Oklahoma City Muskogee Claremore Kansas City and others. Readable items mention Mrs Mary Brown Miss Vichty sans Hers and several personal names with uncertain spellings. The text appears as a garbled guest listing with multiple entries across various locations.
A fragmentary note describes a colored team performing at a venue, praising violinist Mr. Pysuy and Mr. Wit Habis among others. It mentions publishers at 31th Ave in New Orleans and lists song titles like Hay Hoy Louter, Pretty Doll, and America as some of their hits. The text is garbled but indicates a musical act and several individuals associated with it.
Draft boxer from Tul js WIE Bulls Brewer of Bryan Texas set for early September in a regional bout. Opponent Britt will headline a card as Hough Howe Ware promotes a strong training camp at Old Belt Park. Local interest grows as community groups urge cleanliness amid supporting acts and ring bouts.
Virvnd Master B.D Jefferson of Muskoge waits in the city for a two week health stay leaving his wife. Mrs J B Stradford visits Oklahoma City with her sister. Harrison plans to reside in Chicago. Judge Harrison wills a move to the Windy City carrying best wishes of the community. Robert Finch, a meat merchant from Beggs, Oklahoma, recently in town to assist merchants. The Gurley Hotel case ties city figures to a convention in St Louis.
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