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Newspaper
Checotah Times
Location
Checotah, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1906
Page
6
Mrs Arthur Duncan died at her home near Carr Creek after a three week illness with pneumonia. She was 24 years old and had lived in the territory about a year with her husband. Funeral services were held at the Carr Creek schoolhouse on Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev Williams. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all.
The six months old son of Mr and Mrs R E Rankin formerly of this place died Friday evening at their home in fuskoger from cholera infantum. Funeral services were held at the Rankin residence Sunday at 10 45 by Rev R C Taylor. The Times extends sympathy to the bereaved parents.
Checotah residents attended ordination services at Grace Episcopal church in Muskogee last Sunday. F. W. Pratt, long in charge of St Marys mission, was ordained deacon by Bishop F. K. Brooke of Oklahoma. Sermon by R. D. Baldwin of Vinita, with H. J. Llwyd presenting the candidate. Hennessy of Tahlequah read the Litany. Pratt will continue with St Marys mission and St James at Wagoner.
The piece urges planning for retirement by saving during working years. It notes many earners spend less than they should and advises keeping savings in the bank to secure income when abilities decline. It emphasizes starting early and preserving disciplined saving habits.
The Muskogee Times-Democrat reports A. C. Parrott of Checotah suggests the new state be called The Banner State to honor the flag on Flag Day. He argues Oklahoma’s agricultural and mineral wealth, population, and wealth growth justify the name as the state enters the union.
Chitvo Harjo known as Crazy Snake spent days in Eufaula this week talking with an Indian Journal reporter about how statehood would affect Indians. He has long opposed white encroachment on Indian Territory but hopes new state laws will be just to all, urging that Indians not be forgotten as laws are enacted by Oklahomans.
A Checotah party spent Sunday at Standing Rock with ice cream and lemonade served in abundance. The Indian Journal reporter noted matting, window shades, and a large pen stock displayed by W H Hooker.
An Oklahoma commentary questions Checotah's lack of a flour mill, urging local grain farming and home production to open a market, diversify crops, and reduce reliance on outside suppliers as nearby wheat crops grow and a mill could spur regional development.
Indian Territory rapidly transforms from prairies to rich farms as statehood nears. Warm weather and showers boost expected bumper crops, with acreage up from prior years. Local notes report travels, visits, and expanded newspaper services, including new city reporter Cam Beeler.
Mrs. M C Livingston Grand Matron OES returned from Tahlequah after installing Tahlequah Chapter officers in a joint ceremony with Masons at Capital Square. Music, speeches, and hospitality highlighted the event as deputies formed new friendships and shared pleasant memories with Mrs Jones accompanying Livingston.
The good people of New Burney arrange a large picnic at that place on Friday July 13 with plans for a big day of recreation. All invited. The Woman's Home Mission Society meets in a business session at the Methodist Church Thursday evening July 5, with full attendance desired.
Advertisement notes a July 3 sale within 250 miles of a selling station on the M K and T Railway. Prices good until July 6. See M K and T agent for details.
Mrs J D Faulkner visited Mrs Homer Spaulding at her ranch near Council Hill last week. Harry Beeler and wife hosted a dinner Sunday. Mrs Henson and son plan a long Arkansas visit. Miss Amy Ury headed to Texas and beyond. A large crowd attended the rink Tuesday evening. Miss Maude Liddy of Washington expected to visit the Faulkner family Saturday. Ira Marsh and wife spent days in Muskogee with Mr and Mrs Haggerty. Mrs Art Asbill recovering and hosting her mother from Cornell Hill. Miss Lucile Wilkerson left for Ft Smith Ark for two weeks. hopes to return in health. Also notice of July 3 and 4 sales by the M and T Ry with special rates.
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