Oklahoma voter can choose any ticket at primary poll
Oklahoma City July 22 Att. Gen. Charles Wesch rebutted a Muskogee Times Democrat report claiming electors can only vote the ticket of their registration. He affirmed an earlier opinion that voters may request any ticket they desire at the primary, regardless of past party affiliations, though they must vote for the candidates on that ticket. The ruling bears on many independents formerly Republicans joining Roosevelt and the progressives, who feared exclusion from the primary.
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Grant Victor’s Home Robbed in Muskogee
In Muskogee Oklahoma on Friday night the home of U S Marshal Grant Victor was burglarized while the owner was away. Thief stole a small cache of old coins and gold including a twenty dollar coin of the new design. A locked safe had kept others from accessing valuables. Police circulate a description of the coins nationwide as they investigate.
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No Conflict in Accident Laws Reaffirmed by Supreme Court
Wildhama City July 2 Federal and state laws requiring railroads to report all accidents found not in conflict in a Supreme Court opinion by Justice Kane. The ruling upheld a $500 fine against Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe for late reporting after a passenger derailment and affirmed the commission’s action though the penalty was reduced.
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Oklahoma's Wilson Movement On National Stage At Baltimore
An Oklahoma tale of influence at the Baltimore convention shows W H Murray of Oklahoma starting a winning movement for Wilson. The report notes internal party maneuvering, Tammany Hall opposition, and a pivotal moment when AlfAlfa Bill Murray shouted his delegation’s split votes, fueling Wilson's rise.
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Uproar at Baltimore Convention Dims Tammany Power
The New York Times notes rowdy demonstrations in Baltimore show strong disapproval of Tammany Hall and its allies. The scene centers on Bryne and a Wilson banner with critical cheers and hostile chants echoing through the convention. Alfalfa Bill Murray condemns the mood, while the Times highlights the fall of the machine era and the rise of reformist hopes for 1912.
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Independent voters may not vote in August primaries, Riley declares
Muskogee July 24 Secretary Ben Riley of the state board of elections reiterated that independents cannot vote in the August 6 primaries. He challenged Attorney General West, saying the board will seek the law's opinion from the proper authority and telling West to mind his own business. The statement came after a long-distance talk with Montgomery of the Muskogee county election board.
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Cigarettes Cause Fire at Sapulpa Barn Loft Blaze
Sapulpa Oklahoma July 22 smoking cigarettes in a barn loft filled with ten tons of oats caused a fire Sunday night. A residence occupied by May Meyer valued at 5000 was badly damaged. James Harris barn was a total loss with about 2000 insurance. Fireman Carl McNalley was overcome with smoke and heat and is not yet out of danger.
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Ruling Stands on Primary Voting Based on Registration
The board reaffirms that a voter's primary ballot is limited to the party they register with. Secretary Riley’s ruling is law in Oklahoma counties, while Attorney General West disputes it, saying electors may vote for any ticket regardless of past party. Muskogee officials note city voters must vote as registered, with potential court changes.
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