Editorial charges Oklahoma railroad appraisals undervalue Santa Fe assets
The New State Tribune analyzes the Oklahoma board of appraisers report on the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railway. It finds the valuation per mile far below market and questions legality and fairness versus Missouri and Texas values, urging broader scrutiny of all railroad assessments in the territory. The piece contrasts $3,900 per mile with market values and argues the appraisal may violate state law and harm taxpayers. It also notes potential court town creation in Indian Territory tied to the Indian appropriation bill.
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the Tribune
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry
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Maxwell Dispatches From Maxwell Area News Center
Maxwell correspondent reports crops in good condition and active work. Judge Flemming travels to Ada on business. Maud game vs Maxwell postponed due to no opponents. Deputy U S Marshal Chapman arrests George Buchanan in town and escorts him to Ada. Local social dance at C C Beavers. McGee gion mill worker Watts visits. Little Rock visitor Powell installs new equipment at well gin mill. Rev Layne to preach at schoolhouse Saturday night. Maxwell seeks a blacksmith due to shop shortage.
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Maxwell
Judge Flemming
Ada
Maud
E. W. Cotton
Crops Show Mild Praise Amid Local News and Worries
Crops are generally good with late cotton due to over planting and corn looking well. Locals warn of alcohol and drug issues, fights appear frequent, and Jamaica ginger is mentioned. Visiting persons include Mrs Hogan and daughter of Rover Ark and W F Tarkington near Maxwel. Revs Foster Lane and Butler are noted with church activities in nearby towns.
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Rover
Ark
A. L. Burris
Largest Sundry Civil Bill Reaches $94.35 Million
Washington May 30 The sundry civil appropriation bill is the largest ever reported by the Appropriation Committee. It totals 94 346 573 with 25 400 991 for Panama Canal work. Canal funding is to be repaid from canal bond proceeds of 180 000 000. Excluding canal items the bill exceeds the current act by 1 721 980.
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Tawney
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Panama Canal
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Revival closes with 55 conversions in Roff Oklahoma
Rev P B Hicks of Wagoner wraps up a three week revival at Roff with 55 conversions and 34 additions to the Methodist Church. Water works material for a 25000 system arrives. work starts by June 10. The 6500 brick church contract goes to J T Smith for occupancy by September 1.
German Girls Education and Pension System Described
A narrator contrasts German girls schooling with American expectations noting early completion at about 15, basic domestic skills, and limited higher math. She explains pensions where widows host girls for culture and social events, sharing a Hanover experience with eight German girls under Frau von H- for a year of polish and social life.
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Germany
Hanover
Frau von H
Weekly News seeks readers letters from towns and neighborhoods
Editors invite letters for the Weekly News and offer free copies and supplied stationery. Two letters from Maxwell and Cen ter appear this week and the paper hopes for similar contributions weekly.
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Maxwell
Center
Dilemma of a Traitor to the Territories
A political row unfolds as Congressman Ellis of Kansas City faces backlash over his stance on statehood for the territories. With statehood stalled in committee and summer session looming, Ellis battles to regain credibility while Murphy counters his criticisms. The piece argues territories gain influence, making statehood an inescapable issue.
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Letter on Devoe paint quantities and pricing
A missive to J J Burton from F W Devoe & Co discusses Devoe paint value at four to five dollars a gallon and compares paint quantities for two similar houses, noting five year old one coat usage of 40 gallons, and contrasting outcomes with 6 and 12 gallons for other houses. The letter hints at calculating value by gallons and warns that the painter must be paid.
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Delhi
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Notice of termination of agency for Crystal Springs Townsite
This 1906 notice from J. L. Byrd disclaims J. E. Guyer as agent for the Crystal Springs Townsite at Franks Ind Ter. It warns that any dealings with Guyer are at the other party's peril and states no existing contracts grant him rights. Dated May 15 1906.
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J. E Guyer
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Ter
Crystal Springs
F. Byrd
Bank of Guertie organized with listed officers
The Bank of Guertie in Guertie I T was organized January 22 1906 with officers R M Evens President H P Cozad Vice President and C W Harrison Cashier They promise six percent on time deposits and solicit your patronage.
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Oil Affects Streams Around Muskogee In Indian Territory
Nimrods in the oil regions of Indian Territory report oil in streams killing fish. Many fish are found dead and those caught are unfit for use due to an oily taste in the meat.
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Muskogee
I. T
Indian Territory
Corn Juice and Charley McClelland Arrested Over Whiskey
Charley McClelland arrived on a local from Maud Oklahoma with a checked grip. Federal officers searched it and seized four gallons of whiskey. He was arrested and the whiskey taken as evidence. He is described as a gentleman of color who worked at the compress.
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Charley McClelland
Maud Okla
Charley
University of Oklahoma 14th Annual Commencement
The News acknowledges receipt of an invitation to attend the 14th annual Commencement of the University of Oklahoma at Norman on June 28. Diplomas will be awarded to thirty seven graduates. The Baccalaureate sermon on June 8 will be delivered by Rev. Carter Helm Jones of Louisville Kentucky. William Allen White will deliver the annual address on June 8. Try the News for job work.
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University of Oklahoma
Norman
Carter Helm Jones
Louisville
Ken
William Allen White
Horse and Horseless Tales From the Farm
A Cadiz Indiana farmer used his car to shell corn and cut fodder after a broken engine while his horses fed alongside without animosity toward the auto. A traveler reports horses accepting cars better than farmers and share more grace in these odd anecdotes from Oregon and beyond.
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Auto
Oregon
The Curious Safe Pin Tale From Old Pompeii
A clerk and a visitor discuss safety pins, noting an English inventor praised for a 30 to 40 year era. The pierce of history reveals a bronze pin from Pompeii older than the inventor, suggesting he did not truly invent the device despite honors and knighthood.
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Pompeii
Mikado's Self Denial During Bitter Manchurian Winter
The 1904 05 Manchurian winter saw Emperor Meiji order no heating in the palace while Counts reviewed camps and front line conditions for soldiers suffering from extreme cold. World’s Work notes the emperor’s heartbreak and insistence on restraint until the war ends.
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Mikado
Hijikata
Natal Anniversary Dinner for C D Byice
C D Byice celebrated his thirty third birthday with about thirty guests at dinner. The menu featured substantial fare and luxuries of the season and was well enjoyed by the host, hostess, and guests.
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C. D. Byice
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