Alfalfa Bill on School Abolition Sparks Oklahoma Debate
In Tishomingo Oklahoma on December 1 Hon J o Wm H Murray warned against the proposed initiative to abolish district agricultural schools. He likened it to Boxerism and argued education funds and public roads must not be cut. He urged Oklahomans to preserve the constitution and educational institutions.
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Tishomingo
Okla
Jo Wm
H. Murray
Ok — Jtahom
China
Oklahoma
Tax Payers Urged to Attend Vinita Meeting Tonight
Notice calls a tax meeting of the city of Vinita at the Commercial library to discuss action on taxing excessive property valuations. All taxpayers are invited to attend. The meeting may prepare injunctions to stop the county treasurer from collecting taxes above fair valuations.
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Citieta of
Vinita
Oklahoma leaders urge governor to retain state schools
Preston Allen coal operator of McAlester W B Johnson Ardmore and Zeigler president of the State Federation of Labor urged Governor Cruce to oppose the Akin bill which would abolish several state educational institutions The group favored keeping the School of Mines at Wilburton and a delegation from Alva pressed to retain the state normal school Cruce said he supported the bill in outline but would back its aims for the good it would do, and noted cooperation with the university or A M college as possible
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Oklahoma City
Preston Allen
McAlester
W. B. Johnson
Ardmore
Zeigler
State Federation of Labor
Cruce
School of Mines
Wilburton
State University
A & M. College
Akinbil
Alva
State Normal School
Bart Gordon Gets Decision Over Al Allegar In Tenth
In Vinita on Wednesday night Bart Gordon of Vinita defeated Al Allegar of Springfield Mo in a ten round bout touted as possibly the best seen in Vinita The match ended with both fighters still in good trim and referee Mocks awarded Gordon the decision sparking claims of a disputed result The contest may lead to a rematch as both boxers drew even in their series
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Tust
Allegar
Gordon
Thos
County Attorney Explains Oklahoma Tax Payment Rules
Caldwell the County Attorney of Vinita Oklahoma outlines his construction of Oklahoma tax law from 1910 1911 regarding due dates for half and full taxes and penalties He explains how the 1911 amendments affect when penalties apply and the timelines for December January and June payments with emphasis on grace periods and delinquency status Respectfully Caldwell County Attorney Vinita Ok.
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Caldwell
Vinita
Dee
Fleklin
Okahoma
Oklahoma
Legislatuey
Chipteria
Jan Tary
Vinita High School Wins Big Over Miami in Football
Vinita High School defeated Miami High at Wieetric Park yesterday afternoon with a dominant performance. Vinita scored early and often, led by strong runs and seven successful kicks by Hatley, while Canter Jones and Bailay starred for Vinita. Final score shown as Vinita 66, Miami remains scoreless.
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Vinitie High School
Miani High School
Wieetric Park
Wie
Miami
Vinita
Hatley
Vinsta
Canter
Jones
Bailay
Senator Owen Delivers Thanksgiving Address in Winitn
A quiet Thanksgiving Day in Winitn featured a Congregational church service at 10 30 a m with a fine musical program. United States Senator Robert L Owen gave the principal address before leaving at 11 45 a m for Muskogee, his remarks reflecting gratitude and thoughtful reflections on national unity.
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Winitn
Congregational Church
United States
Robert L. Owen
Muskogee
Owen
Sooner Defeats Texas to Win Southwestern Title
Oklahoma secures the Southwestern championship by defeating Texas six to three. The Sooners, undefeated this year, dominated after an early Texas score, with strong ground work from Capshaw and Contright and standout end play by Clark and Rogers. Texas fought hard but could not recover, as Oklahoma controlled the line and defensive play.
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Austii
Texas
Ohlshom
Southwest
Texaa
Sooners
Oklahoma
Texan
Soonerg
Capshaw
Contright
Clark
Rogers
Kirkpatrick
Texas Aid Mat
Lneup
Woodhull
Harold RT Holt Wordan
Moss Bland de Byeur
Murray Ra Meecham Ramadel
Ur Nairn
Perry LE Rogers
Peet la
Newspapers as Text Books Batt Take City Via
Dr. A B E Winship of Boston urged the Utah Educational Association to use daily newspapers as classroom text books. He argued newspapers are the only publications that keep pace with rapid modern changes and provide current, practical material for study.
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Batt
A. BE. Winship
Boston
Utah ‘Wdtestional Association
Gompers and Oklahoma Constitution Discussed in Guthrie
Senator Owen, touring Guthrie, recounts meeting Samuel Gompers as Oklahoma prepared for statehood. He says Gompers showed interest, coordinated with Oklahoma labor leaders, shaping labor provisions in the state constitution. Owen notes his visit to the home of Khusman, QC. A. Smith of Beat Washington Avenue.
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Gompers
Oklahoma
Guthrie
Okla
Robert L. Owen
Muskegee
Samel Gompars
Nations
Cms
Pegard Benatyr Owen
Oklabeama
Stuator Owen
Vialtor
Hie Khusman
A. Smith
Washington Avenue
Oklahoma City Debate Over Bill to Eliminate Thirteen State Schools
Oklahoma City discussion centers on an initiated bill by Oliver H. Akin of Moore to drop thirteen state schools. Proponents argue money could be better spent with fewer institutions, while opponents say closure would harm education and provoke political backlash. The measure has stirred local sentiment and a bitter campaign as signatures for a voters’ petition loom.
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Oklahoma City
Dee
Oliver H. Akin
Moore
Stat Board of Education
State Board of Agriculture
Oklahom
Alia Oil
Shawly
Gearly
Laround
Closer union of states urged by Governor Foss
Dec 2 A Closer union of the states for popular government and tariff elimination, a program advocated by Governor Foss of Massachusetts before St Andrew's Society. He argued for constructive national policy, condemned party failures, and urged the Progressive Democrats to lead with businesslike governance in public affairs. He attacked monopolies and favored limited federal control with strong state regulation. Weather forecast: Tourists expect fair weather Saturday, with little change in temperature.
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Charbouin
Masgachunetts
St. Andrew's Society
Repulican
Pegird
Ite
Democratic Party
Foss
Payne-Aldrich
Sarah
Hellef
Stralnt
Ander
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AL Alleger
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Stray Suede
Vinita High School
Senator Owen
Sooner
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Joklahoma
Kansas City
Vinita Retailers Association
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