Segregation debate stirs Tulsa and Oklahoma City politics
A critical call urges Black voters to oppose segregation laws and Republican officials in Oklahoma. The piece accuses the city administrations of neglecting Black citizens in Eastern Tulsa County and questions promises of an assistant city attorneyship to Black leaders. It argues Black identity overrides party labels and notes only Oklahoma City and Tulsa have passed segregation ordinances under Republican governance.
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Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Tulsa
The Wrong Religion Among Negroes and White Authority
A critical piece arguing the negro’s devotion to church and lodge life, then the Republican fold, contrasted with a reliance on and deference to white authority. It claims internal church strife, a court clash over a pastor, and minimal legal fees, concluding the white man matters more to the black race than God.
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Republican Party
Negro
Elides
Railroad section hands deserve fair wages and rights
The passage argues that sixty thousand railroad section hands, who toil in storms and contribute to the nation’s transportation system, earn insufficient pay to feed and clothe their families. It urges Congress to review their rights, noting their importance and loyalty comparable to higher paid workers.
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United States
Congress
Hughes Dodges Issue On Eight Hour Law
A Republican candidate is pressed about the eight hour law and a potential railroad strike. The New Times editorial questions what actions Hughes would have taken, contrasting his stance with President Wilson. The piece argues a strike would threaten rail service and urges a clear position on arbitration and labor policy.
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Hughes
Wilson
Eyaring
Gotcress
Huputdtenn Candidate's Avitnde
The
New Times
Mit Sgi
Mallond
Wilante
Pravivlon
Thorn
Elifuron
Euriouser
Hoxton Lave Brouaht
Erie
Mugtes
Wilton
Hughie
Ariiteation
Withot
Watchful waiting saves a nation's life
A cryptic clipping praises patient restraint as a decisive factor in protecting a nation. The text highlights leaders and events in a period of crisis, naming figures and places in a period voice. The piece emphasizes restraint, vigilance, and timely action as keys to survival.
New Interest in B T Fund Sparks Rural Education Debate
Fragmentary OCR reveals early 20th century concerns over Booker T Washington, Baptist denominations, and rural teachers. References to Merworal Puad Comutt and advocacy for Black and white education appear, with unclear dates and names amid damaged text.
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Booker T Washington
Crete
Notice Demands Library Book Returns Within Two Weeks
A notice requires patrons to return all borrowed books to the library at 116 North Greenwood within two weeks. A penalty will be charged for books kept longer, and fees may be sent to homes if not returned. The notice mentions jokes and money collection by the library.
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Nicola Grechey
Nathanael
Gorzac
Wn Sie
Ulh
Hromgh
Belie
Fluell
Julien Malit
North Greenwood
Radium Water at Claremore Promises Healing Wonders
E Cobb proprietor offers rooms and meals at 16.80 weekly including board and bath. Experienced attendants available. The radium water of Claremore is touted as producing the wr healing wonders of the age.
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Claremore
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A. J. Smitherman
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Tulas
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MOME
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Colored Forces
O. P
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Brld
Rusia
Hell
Niger
Hookner
Weanan Epvay
Windlem
Wieeroam
Amigo Brent
Jaitley Lam
B. T. Fund
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Charles & Hughes
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Alrenaty
Democrats
Wilkon
Atlantic
Gsu
Mt Nixon Theatre
Neues
Corrie Chapmin
Atlantic City
Benefita
Weine
Kerri
Waveland Plain
Emer
South Main
Okla
St. Louis
Annie L. Warren
North Exter
Mt. Tyles
Grand
Jeferson
GM Musk T
Pennington
D.C
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Hutton
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L. Jefferson
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Guillory
Jefferson
Muskoges
I. Toons
Guthrie
Ded M. White
Okimurges
T. LA Rue
Watchmaker
North Greenwood Street
Radium Bathhouse Hotel
E. Cobb
KOOM
Sarevirg
Crystal Cafe
North Greenweed
Crystal Soda Fountain
G. Gibson
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