Milford-Bergers Lose 12 to 12 Bankers In Extra Innings
In a dramatic city league clash the Milford-Bergers saw their long unbeaten streak end as the Bankers rallied to a 12 to 12 tie after two extra innings. Cobb pitched for the Bankers with Greable taking the loss for Milford-Bergers. Barney Marre opened with a homer and Tittle added a four bagger to tie the score in the seventh. Both teams tallied in the eighth and ninth, but the Bankers pushed across two runs in the ninth to seal the historic draw.
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Manciere
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Double header Sunday ready in City League play
The High School defeated the Golden Rule 7 to 6 at Electric Park in a brisk City League contest. Golden Rule wore new gray uniforms with a green stripe and led early, but the High School fought back, tying in the second and taking the lead in the fourth. Pitcher Billing Tea relieved Below for Golden Rule, while Chouteau solidified the win for the High School.
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Richeson Delirious Before Death In Charlestown Prison
Clarence Y. T. Richeson, condemned to death, suffered hysterical delirium in Charlestown state prison death chamber while guards watched him. He raved about two men, groaned, and fluctuated between unconsciousness and revival as a physician sedated him. Governor Foss refused clemency after Richeson learned of the decision.
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High School Baseball Summary and Stats
Two base hits by Ford Maddox Hillingslea Belew Haven and a sacrifice from Thompson highlight the High School game. Belew struck out three times, while Billingslen and Chateau each allowed one base on balls. Madox was hit by a pitch by Chateau, with stolen bases by Hil Mugslea Thompson Baker and Bally.
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Haven
Thompson
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Basle
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Baker and Bally
Craig County Board of Equalization to meet June 10
Notice that the Craig County Oklahoma Board of Equalization will hold a regular session on Monday June 10 to hear grievances and adjust property assessments. County Assessor Shelton signs the notice dated May 15, 1912.
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Oklahoma State Fair Premium List Exceeds All Past
The sixth annual Oklahoma State Pair and Exposition runs Sept 24 to Oct 5, 1912 with cash prizes totaling 50 758.00. The 240 page Premium List boasts state fair details on agriculture live stock industries and 21 major departments. Secretary J S Mahan prepared the list as the first to do so, urging every Oklahoma county and individuals to request the Premium List from I S Mahan in Oklahoma City.
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United States
J. Sr. Mahan
Oklahoma
Mahan
Oklahoma City
Peace Day Emphasizes Universal Peace Movement
A May 18 1899 Peace Day note outlines the Hague origin of the peace conference movement and ongoing efforts like public school Hoover instructions and the American School Peace League. It urges leaders to promote Peace Day in publications and anticipates a 1923 conference where war among civilized states could become nearly impossible. It cites The Palace of Peace at The Hague and quotes calls for public support.
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Liquor Dealers Promote Temperance at Philadelphia Meeting
Oklahoma paper notes the Liquor Dealers Association in Philadelphia urged temperance at its annual convention. Speakers argued prohibition has spread, temperance gains momentum, and dealers fear sprawling wet territories. They suggested consolidation with brewers to reduce harm from alcoholic drinks and urged discovery of agreed methods to benefit mankind.
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Liquoir
Philadelphia
Jiquoir
Certain Signs of Poverty in a Child’s Observation
Small Sarah chases rumors of wealth after seeing two ladies play a piano duet. Her mother explains the joke about the Smiths reputed riches being a misreading of ordinary scenes. The tale ends with a child noting Georgie Smith’s oversized trousers and Mrs Smith’s hat resembling a kitchen colander.
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Squirrel Grief Astonishes Waterloo Readers
A Waterloo physician recounts a park squirrel pair where one maimed mate's severed head is mourned by the survivor. The storm toppled a branch, killing the mate, and the grieving squirrel lingered over the removed head all day, displaying humanlike emotion.
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United States
Waterloo
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