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Newspaper
The Indian Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
2
Vivid editorial voice praises Vinita as a central trade hub in Indian Territory and urges support for the Cherokees’ march toward progress. It highlights treaty debates, court integrity, and economic growth tied to Vinita’s future status as a distributing point and gateway to the southwest.
The piece reports on national banks in the Indian Territory holding $1 635 000 in capital stock and outlines warnings about Creek Annexation politics and land values in Vinita. It mentions commentary from Muskogee Phoenix and Muskogee Times, critiques political scheming, and notes temperance anecdotes and a medical testimonial.
Promoters of a three day street fair propose an extensive entertainment program in North Park including side shows balloon ascensions open air displays and a trades display. They expect heavy spending and pledge to advertise widely with merchant cooperation to ensure a grand town celebration possibly delaying the start date.
A Tulsa dispatch reports the annexation plan to attach the Creek Nation to Oklahoma faces strong opposition. Businessmen fear higher taxes and loss of local control as opponents insist settlers resist political gain from the annexation agenda.
The towns of Boyton and the Spaulding Town site near Muskogee merged into a single municipality. The depot will sit on the line between their two quarter sections. Lot sales yesterday posted strong figures, signaling a promising commercial factor in Creek country.
Dr. Vince a young Checotah physician reportedly took his own life at his residence on a Sunday. The tragedy shocked peers as investigators note no clear warning signs and a note left by the deceased may indicate a planned act.
Jim Ratoee of Me Lalo northwest of Mas tien says he shot Dan Smith in a Sunday quarrel that turned deadly. He describes meeting Smith after prior trouble, Smith advancing with a gun, and Raines firing the fatal shot that killed Smith instantly. Both men come from prominent families.
Deputies named Lewin Baird Bartlonville Chan B Rhodes Westville E P P Tablequab appointed by the marshal. The appointments nearly complete the marshal's force. An extended travel pitch promotes Salt Lake City trips via Denver routes with sights like the Mormon temple and Great Salt Lake. Also notes Cherokee nation development, oil coal lands, and a physician endorsing Fuley's Kidney Cure.
President Beaman rejects Muskogee reports that the Ozark and Cherokee Central road would place a division point at Boyonton. An interview suggests Muskogee’s claim of a new town division point was cropbhatic and unfounded.
Chief Buffington will submit several measures before adjournment including appointment of a reservation commission to settle treaty land questions. Official election tally shows a 1964 vote majority for ratification, with detailed division results by precinct.
Acting Chairman Tams Bixby opens an office in Tahlequah to hear testimony on Cherokee citizenship rights for absentees on the roster. Many absentees are fullbloods who go on a scout. Bixby aims to enroll them. Also notes a Kansas City excursion for $2 round trip from Vinita, hunting dogs for sale, and local ads for dresses, hats, remedies, and town real estate offered through local shops.
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