Bryan on the Presidency and Bryan's Letter to Colliers Weekly
New York July 15 William Jennings Bryan, the Democratic nominee for president, writes for Colliers Weekly on July 18 about checks and balances. He argues the president is limited by Congress, must know public questions, resist special interests, and rely on moral courage and wise counsel to serve the country. A Pittsburgh millionaire boasts he spent over $100,000 to marry, noted by the Oklahoma State Capital.
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William 3. Brook
Collier’s Weekly
Bryan
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Senate
House Tan
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Dead Infant Found in Chickasha Alley
A dead infant was found this morning by Officer Sanders near the Elks' building in Chickasha Oklahoma. County officers are investigating with rumors of suspects and possible arrests, hinting that persons of high standing may be involved.
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Chickasha
Okla
Sanders
Elks
Democratic Year Seen Across Georgia to Indiana
The piece surveys presidential expectations, noting democratic prospects amid a national mood. It cites Georgia white voters, New England skepticism, and Taft alignment, with quotes from Governor Haskell and Indiana's Taggart predicting Bryan and Kern support. It portrays a party optimistic about wins and party unity.
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Georgia
W Hamilton
Soe
Taft
Massachusetts
George Fred Williams
Indiana
New York
Hearst
Bryan
Haskell
Home
Frisco Flyer Wreck Near Weleetka Delays Traffic
Four Frisco passenger coaches derailed two miles north of Weleetka Oklahoma when Frisco Flyer No 10 left the track at 4 PM. Rail spread blamed. All passengers uninjured and trainmen unharmed. Traffic delayed until tomorrow morning.
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Weleetka
Okla
Friscoe Floyer No. 10
Here
Reils
Thieves Loose After Daylong Chase Near Castle
In Weleetka Oklahoma on July 13 two bare headed thieves fled into the hills after a daytime chase that yielded their loot and most of their ammunition. A posse and officers pursued from Castle and Stroudbanker Lee Patrick reported a stolen team and buggy earlier. Shots were exchanged in a final nighttime encounter.
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Weleetka
Okla
Castle
Sastle
Lee Patrick
Wood
Nort
Reunion of Chickasaw Brigade Set for Ada in 3 Days
Old Confederate veterans, the 25000 club, and local citizens prepare for a three day Chickasaw Brigade reunion in Ada on the 21st to 23rd. Committees formed, invitations drafted to notable speakers, and plans include a large tent and dining facility on West Main Street.
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Chickasaw Brigade
Ada
Captain Fisher
Tom Hope
Will Bbey
Bryan Norrell
M. Furman
Ike King
Robert Wimbush
Jno. Crawford
Toms McKeown
Leslie Maxey
J. W. Bolen
J. W. Dean
Senator Roddie
D. W. Huslar
J. H. Davis
E. S. Ratliff
Rev. Ahrenbeck
James Webb
Capt
Roddie
O. B. Weaver
Byron Norrell
The
Democrat
Sherwood Hill
Otis Weaver
West Main Street
The Dog and the Goose Incident in Allen Town
A local Allen incident last week involved a dog killing a goose and its owner suing the shooter. The goose owner proved the bird was fine, but public sympathy favored the goose owner amid the dispute.
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Allen
Aged Indian Kills White Girl in Berry Patch Incident
In Vinita Oklahoma seventy year old Winchester Scott an aged Indian shoots and kills Miss Myrtle Griffin twenty in a berry patch. He claims anger over actions against his son and a dog spurred the act. The incident occurred as Griffin entered the berry patch near his home.
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Vinita
Okla
Winchester Scott
Myrtle Griffin
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