Break in heat wave seen as storm heads east
Across the nation a hot spell spawned record temperatures from the Mississippi Valley to the Atlantic. A Pacific storm moving in promised cooler air within hours, with cities from Yellow stone to Washington reporting prostrations and several hot May records broken or challenged.
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Washington, D. C
Rocky Mountaina
Atlantic Coast
North Pacific
Plains
Mississippi Valley
Mississippi
Washington
Richmond
Batimore
Louisville
Washington News Items Reflect Tariff Row Impacts
The national tariff debate staggers on with divisions among parties as farmers fear protection cuts. Taft administration actions delay, while Democrats push free list measures. Northwest farm delegates demand tariff fairness, and Republicans split on whether duties should apply to buyers or sellers. Roosevelt and Wilson topics hint at shifting capital city sentiment and forthcoming editions.
Madero Plans Mexico City Trip Amid Rumor of Plot
Associated Press reports Juarez May 19 that Madero said he will go to Mexico City despite rumors of an assassination plot. He expressed confidence in the federal government and shrugged off danger as news of possible plots circulated. Diaz, frail and ill, telegraphed support for Madero and retirement from the revolt.
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Associated Press
Juarez
Mex
Mexico City
General Madero
Madero
Diaz
el Pago
Bunta
Strand Joins Boston Americans From Spokane
Spokane, Wash May 19 Paul Strand southpaw pitcher on the Spokane Northwestern League team has been sold to the Boston Americans for 6500. He is the youngest player in organized baseball in America born December 1893 on a Washington farm. Strand won his first three professional games this season with Spokane allowing 15 hits and 30 strikeouts. He struck out the first three batters at his second game against Victoria with nine pitches. He stands about six feet tall, weighs 180 pounds, and is praised for speed and control. Veterans predict he will be the sensation of the year once he learns finer points of the game. He is a natural player who throws well to the bases and works fast. Off
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Paul Strand
Boston Americans
America
Washington
South Prarie
Sweden
Young Strand
Victoria
B. C
Strand
Quiet youth Strand signs with Indians after summer's applause
The reserved South Prairie pitcher Strand drew attention from Joe Cohn, Indians manager, who secured his parents' signatures on a contract. Strand recalls parental opposition before consenting, detailing a strict home front and a vow to prove himself after a strong showing, including a shutout against Tacoma.
Government files lumber trust suit in New York
Government charges a gigantic conspiracy to keep high prices and blacklist traders under the Sherman act. Attorney General Wickersham names ten trade organizations and over 150 individuals as defendants in a U S suit aimed at curbing retailers and protecting consumers. The action alleges elaborate blacklisting and unlawful agreements that funnel trade to local retailers and restrict competition nationwide.
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Associated Press
New York
Cerrii
Wickerm
United States
Lumber Trust
Department of Justce
Atlantic States
Commissioners Cancel Leases On School Land In Oklahoma
Oklahoma City on May 19. The Oklahoma land office commissioners canceled 300 leases on state school lands due to lessees failing to pay arrears in rentals. Each lessee lost his preference right and may be ejected by sheriff if they refuse to relinquish the land. The canceled leases span western and central areas. The lease for the school quarter east of the city, used as state fair grounds, was renewed at 500 dollars for the next year, replacing the previous 140 dollar annual rental by the fair association.
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Oklahoma City
The
Oklahoma Land Office
Fair Association
Express Companies Submit Figures to Commission
Oklahoma City May 1 Express companies doing business in Oklahoma submitted figures at a hearing before the corporation commission. They argued a reduced rate would be confiscation. Auditor Brewster of Pacific Express quoted revenue cuts and lower payments to agents and railroads. Figures showed Oklahoma revenues could fall 20 percent. Other firms American Unitedites and Wells Fargo were present. The case was remanded by the state supreme court for more complete evidence before any rate is set.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Corporation Commission
Brewster
Pacific Express Company
St. Louis
Pacific Company
American
Unitedites
Wells Fargo
Commission
Supreme Court
Cons-Itation
Lynch Sentence Fixed by Jury
In a district court trial of John Lynch and John Williams on a perjury charge connected to an alleged liquor indictment of Deputy Sheriff H. Clark, Lynch was found guilty with a five year penitentiary sentence. Williams' jury remained deadlocked, and the court pressed on with another case, W. L. Lyons, involving threatening letters through the mail.
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John Lynch
John Williams
H. OR. Clark
Lynch
Williams
Clark
W. L. Lyons
Root Proposes Changes to Reciprocity Bill with Canada
Washington May 19 Senator Root urged the Senate Finance Committee to amend the house reciprocity bill to delay free import of wood pulp and paper from Canadian provinces until U S free entry is matched by Canada for US products He argued the amendment would keep the pact intact while New York publisher Joan Morris warned the change would kill the agreement Lodge added text to cover all Canadian provinces as the bill stands risks free exports from one province while limiting US access The committee will review the proposed amendment in executive session while the president was in the city.
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Canada
Beers
Senator Root
Senate Finance Committee
Root
Joan Morris
New York
United States
Senator Lodge
Lodge
Katy Gets Authority To Issue Bond Funds For Missouri Kans Texan
Topeka May 19 The Missouri Kansas and Texas Railroad Company won a certificate of authority to issue 24 million dollars in bonds for general improvements and system extension. The board of railway commissioners refused certificates for refunding bonds but granted for a portion tied to New York. Jacksonville Fla May 19 Oklahoma City chosen as next convention meeting site by Southern Baptists.
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Missouri, Kansas & Texan Railroad Company
Board of Railway Commissioners
New York
Associated Press
Jacksonville
Pla
Oklahoma City
Southern Baptists Convention
Order to Show Cause on Guardian's Sale of Real Estate
In Craig County Oklahoma the County Court orders the guardian John Tucker to show cause why an order of sale for the minor Sarah M. Tucker's real estate should not be granted. The hearing is set for May 29, 1911 at 10 o clock in Vinita. Publication to begin three weeks prior in the Vinita Chief. Judge S. F. Parks signs the order April 27, 1911.
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Chieftain
State of
Oklahoma
Craig County
Sarah M. Tucker
Minor
John Tucker
Ward
Winita
Vinita Chieftain
F. Parks
Henrietta Bean
the Chieftain
Craig
George ‘Tucker
Floyd Tucker
George Tucker
Vinita
Herhby
Bertond
Vinita Weekly Chieftain
Craig Oly
S. F. Parks
Estate of Henrietta Bean Minor Petition for Sale
In the matter of the estate of Henrietta Bean a minor in Craig County Oklahoma a petition presented praying for an order to sell certain real estate belonging to the ward The court orders next of kin and interested parties to appear on Monday May 29 in Craig County for further proceedings.
Estate sale order for Tucker minors in Craig County
In the County Court of Craig Oklahoma the estate of George Tucker and Floyd Tucker minors seeks a sale of real estate. Next of kin and all parties are ordered to appear May 1 1911 at 10 o'clock in Vinita to hear the matter. Court date appears as April 27 1912 in Vinita Chief.
Notice for Publication Divorce Suit in Craig County Oklahoma
Clara Wright sues Martin J. Wright for divorce in Craig County District Court Oklahoma. Defendant must answer petition by June 2, 1911. failure will default to grant the divorce. Neville & Mitchell attorneys for plaintiff. Leh r. Mitchell, district clerk. No. 905
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The
Chieftain
State of Oklahoma
Craig County
Clara Wright
Plaintiton
Martin J. Wright
Neville & Mitchell
Leh R. Mitchell
Notice to creditors and assorted public ads from Vinita 1911
All persons with claims against Phoebe Woody deceased must present them with vouchers to Administrator Mike Martin at Vinita Oklahoma within four months of the date May 11 1911 or be barred. Walnut logs for export and a Vinita residence for sale offered by Geo E Davis and Geo B Davis. Notice not responsible for debts of Millie Ratty. Attend college now pay later at Welch Oklahoma.
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Phoebe Woody
Martin
Win Ita
Oklahoma
Mike Martin
Millie Ratty
W. Z, Ratty
Work Welch
Okta
Jog Soni Dusinese College
Guardian Attorney Named in W. 8 Depue Case
The Guardian’s attorney is identified in a local filing from ward 8 Depue. The document outlines legal representation for guardianship matters and notes a case file number 48-61.
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Guardian
Notice of Real Estate Sale in Vinita Oklahoma 1911
In pursuance of a County Court order the administratrix of John S Martin deceased will sell at private sale for cash on sealed bids on May 29 1911 at 1 20 p m in the County Court room Vinita Oklahoma Lot 13 Block 71 North 60 feet. Bids must be sealed with one third bid by certified check payable to Charlotte M Martin administratrix care of Judge S F Parks Vinita Oklahoma.
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Craig
State of
Oklahoma
John 8. Martin
Vinita
State of Oklahoma
John S. Martin
Winita
F. Parks
Oklahoman
Charlotte
Martin
Notice of private sale of minor land in Craig County Oklahoma
Guardian of Lottie Martin Augustus Martin Oscar Martin Claud Martin and Ada Martin will sell at private sale to the highest cash bidder after May 1 1911 in Vinita Oklahoma. Sale is subject to county court confirmation. Property includes described portions of sections in Township 25 North Range 18 East. Bids must be by certified check for at least one third of the purchase price.
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County of
Craig
Oklahoma
Lottie Martin
Augustus Martn
Oscar Martin
Claud Martin
Ada Martin
Cour
Augustus Martin
State of
Rane
Baston
Vinita
Craig County
Winita
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Craitan
Querian
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