Waller Eyes Colorful Bid for District of Columbia Recorder Post
Oklahoma transcription details a Kansas influenced contest for the District of Columbia recorder of deeds. Waller seeks the appointment amid pageant of Black candidates and potential reparations, with a crowded field including Townsend Brown McCabe and Gaine. The piece notes political maneuvering, party lines, and likely confirmation delays as sessions loom.
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Cate McCabe
Oklahoma
Otter
Stocks and Benson enter race amid river tragedy report
Elwes Faplds candidate Fred A Stocks of Bram hall county seeks state senate seat after a prior role as clerty in Whe culo Stakes treeracy. John A Benson also runs for state senator as Populiet, with Vers county in mind. A drowning body was found in the river near Ripaur after a farmer's call. Washington treasury notes a balance of 106,773,086 to front month reserves.
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Elwes
Bramhall County
Cettator Sr
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Washington
Senetor Shearer
Populiet
John A Benson
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Wabasnyee County
Voorhees Coming to Topeka for Silver Speech
Senator Dan Voorhees, nicknamed the Tall Syc amore of Wabash, will speak in Topeka on June 18 defending silver. The event, hosted by the Democratic Statueman club, draws Kansas residents curious about the silver issue and Democratic strategy ahead of the congressional races.
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Dan Voorheus
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Iscilis
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Voorhtes
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Sativo
Shempenkir
Ubon
Ingaels at Newton Address on Decoration Day
Senator Inghail spoke at Newton on Decoration Day to a large crowd, praising youth and fallen soldiers, urging vigilance, unity, and national patriotism. He condemned Confederate monuments and urged teaching patriotism in schools and churches, lamenting lingering Civil War era divides.
Post Offices Under Civilized Reforms in Near East Century
The Herald reports on China’s financial strains and foreign bondholders financing imperial expenditures. It discusses treasury deficits, attempts to restore revenue, and potential shifts in administration under inspectors general. The piece notes government actions amid instability and references Sir Robert’s policy stance, with a closing remark about meals and city checks.
We Need More Light in Ward Six Says Council
The council faced a heated debate last night over electric light distribution amid shortages. Residents demanded more street lamps and stronger coverage, with several councilors urging two lamps per ward while others warned of budget constraints and safety risks.
Suppress Indecent Pictures Read Before City Council
The council heard requests from Mrs Van Cleave and Rev Richard Wake to issue a new ordinance suppressing obscene pictures shown in store windows. They argued that such imagery harms children and city morals, with support from the local clergy and citizens. The matter was referred to the committee on streets for action.
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Secrel Preity League
Richard Wake
Ee Mintaterind Union
Wake Enid
van Cleave
Ety
Pird
G. D. Ciden
Lower Dam Extension Requested by Company
A communication from FB Bartholomew asks for extending the lower dams project to June 1957. PFB Giteny notes a plan to bolt above the city to block the lower dam, claiming that opponents defeated the project after 400,000 was raised. The item goes to the Wass End Ineans committee for a special overtime meeting. Animals can no longer be tied in the streets as Countian nets move to prevent cattle tying.
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Committee On
Park Commissioner Chosen For City Park Only
Henry Worrall declined the park commissioner post and the decision approved. An ordinance was amended to cover only the city park with the commissioner's salary set at $3 per year. The Water Works case sees city attorney to pursue Root against Popelia Water Co in Supreme Court. Council considers Gordon Street macadam paving two blocks west of Jackson Street. Dumping of refuse near coal hill addressed with resolution passed. Uniform tree trimming plan to visit streets adopted. Fire department fund organized and referred to committee. Gas plant expansion by vacating 125 feet of alley referred. New Rock Island switch funding authorized. ordinance referred. Market graveling and grade fixes. report adopted. Monthly collections listed for food inspector, weightmaster, and police fines. large sums noted. House mover bond for W.G. Tandy not approved. Sureties Matheld and J.C. Shier listed. Estimates for sidewalk and street work approved. Free licenses requested by several individuals referred to license committee. Sidewalk petition on Jackson Street south to the Kansas River referred to streets and walks.
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Edwards
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Atchison
Wood
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Ise
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Rush Medical College
Chicago
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Coburn
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New York
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Lyceum
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Esibell Trving
Kathryn Kidder
Mme
Sans Gene
Weather Report Says May Was Seven Degrees Above Normal
Weather Observer Jennings delivered a weekly report noting May ran about seven degrees above normal. Rain was sparse in the southeast while the western half saw plentiful showers. Pastures were in fine shape and wheat began ripening in southern counties with some fields lagging in Pratt.
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Wake the Poles Out of Mutate Hours Square
A fragmenting local item mentions weather quirks, stray notes on public works and minor civic updates. It cites rainfall impacts, street improvements, and a mix of municipal anecdotes with political chatter and brief notices.
St Louis Assembly Votes to Accept All Aid Offered
The St Louis city council endorses outside relief after a cyclone disaster. Delegates resolve to distribute any aid transparently, while noting Mayor’s opposition to outside help. An ordinance to appropriate 100400 dollars for remaining sufferers will be introduced at the next meeting.
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Canal at any cost dominates canal report in Congress
Washington June report of the house commerce committee majority backs the Nicaragua canal with nine members signing the memo submitted to the house by Sherman of New York. It trims cost estimates from 1050000000 to 102000000, but asserts 294000000 will suffice. committee members urge building the canal even if it costs up to 159000000.
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Munyon Remedies Promised Fast Relief Across Ailments
A noisy advertisement touts Munyon remedies as instant cures for a wide range of illnesses. It claims personalized diagnoses from Professor Munyon at 165 Avell Street and offers free medical advice with a home office toll. Products listed include cures for stomach trouble cough cold and general pains, priced 25 cents each.
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Crete Crisis Overshadows Turkish Policy
Fragmented text indicates Turkish government alarm over Crete crisis with battalions sent to Crete and insurgents burning government buildings after troop withdrawals. Noted garbled lines reference Beggs Little Giant Fille and unrelated medical advertisements amid chaotic OCR.
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