Turbulent Oklahoma Issues Loom Over Dawes Enrollment
The piece surveys Indian Territory politics and Dawes Commission work on Cherokee enrollment, the push for single statehood, and the looming Super County Seat bill. It notes debates over enrollment numbers, distribution of tribal funds, and fears of carpetbag rule ending, with references to President Roosevelt, Senator Pillman, and Dawes commission actions.
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United Beatee
Super
Todian
Pontius Pileti
Oklahoma Statehood Bill Reported to House Friday
A statehood measure for Oklahoma moves toward passage as the public committee completes revision and signals readiness to report the bill on Friday. The committee in charge has prepared amendments and will present them with the full committee’s approval. An unclear note mentions a railway withdrawal and a person or group, but the context is incomplete.
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Okimboma
M. KA
Bouble Weberers
Stee
Breach of Faith to Alvo Charged Over Dawes Enrollment
Petition by Keetoowah Society leaders to delay enrollment of fullblood Cherokees with the Dawes Commission was filed in federal court Murghor. They cite famine relief needs, unpaid 4000 plus dollars due from the outlet sale agreement, and objections to admitting aliens to Cherokee property while seeking postponement until April 14.
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Dawes Commission
Keotnowah Society
Murhoger
Toshe
Underaigond
Daniel Redbird
David Muskrat
Capaio
Jobo Grae
Melotoah
Abilit Bennett
Jesse Pigeon
Alex
Koretoowab Society
Indian Territory
Kre-too Wah Society
Koo Too Wah Society
United States
Congress
Mart
Bastion le
Africa
Godley
Federal
Chief Versus Chickens Sparks Odd City Council Debates
A chaotic city council scene in Vinus features Chief Buffiogron clashing with Langabans and Dominice, as an ordinance targets feathered residents. Provisions include copper tags for fowl and penalties for strays, prompting industry figures like Emme Rea to fear for business. The piece notes aluminum tags and a public uproar, plus reports of Atlanta-bound prisoners and a manslaughter verdict in Muscogee.
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Buffiogron
Langabans
Dominice
Vinus
Potune Corner
Sam Ridenhourne Tornkey
Bud Ledbetter
Emme Rea
Bali
Cherokee Nation Calls Extra Session in 1902 Proclamation
Principal Chief M. Botti orders all districts of the Cherokee Nation to convene an emergency national council in Tahlequah on the morning of March 4 1902. The call stresses urgent matters to protect Cherokee interests and follows executive recommendations for immediate action.
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National Council
T M. Botti
Executive Department
Tablequah
Indian Territory
M. Burrixoron
Panne
Glenn Farm Tragedy Ends in Double Shooting
Glenn, a well known farmer twelve miles northwest of town, shot Ed Montgomery dead and seriously wounded Montgomery’s son Ben after a quarrel about fodder removal. Glenn then killed himself with a rifle shot to the head. Ben Montgomery survived with a severed arm after emergency surgery. Authorities reported conflicting details as the investigation continued.
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Ike Gilshap
Marshal Wilkerson
Oeen
Centralia
Glenn
Montgomery
Ben Montgomery
Dea
Fortoer
Bagby
Hhe
Edgerton
Ravens
Tureday
Beon
Citizenship Cases Spark Hearing Set for March 18 1902
The U S commission to five civilized tribes names numerous Cherokee claimants for final hearing on March 18 1902 including James W Foust John N Gulan Myrtle B Ward William Hilderbrand James W McCoy Ellen Wofford Rita P Garrout Ora Brabolt Cicero Merkhan Thomas J Hordan Alfred N White Hate Ketchum Lucinda Spriggs Millie Coltine Bertha White Richard Riley Mary McPherson James L Tiedle George Sam Jobe WH Riley James Taylor Elie McLain Nancy Raper Joseph Yoargain Frank B Ridge and others at Muckogee Oklahoma in 1902.
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Muckogee
I. T
United States Commission
Manca
James W Foust
John N Gulan
Jenene Sanders
Jesper le Newton
Myrtle B Ward
William Hilderbrand
James W McCoy
Ellen Wofford
Bilar & Reneckar
Joho LC Fintde
Zoe Cannon
Thomas Kirk
Mary J Graybeard
Rita P Garrout
Ora Brabolt
Cicero Merkhan
Thomas J Hordan
Alfred N White
Hate Ketchum
William G Patnel
Lucinda Spriggs
Millie
Coltine
Bertha White
Richard Riley
Mary McPherson
James L Tiedle
George
Sam Jobe
WH Riley
James Taylor
Elie McLain
Nancy Raper
Joseph D
Yoargain
Frank B
Ridge
Mary Brasefeld
Harry Campbell
Willa Hannat
Galion
Carrick
Omme B
Mervin
Coaries
Frank D
Billiogaten
Tucker Bowlin
Wille Davin
Mauen Lara
Piab
En J Buriner
Jwell Eh
Chandler News editor postmaster charges renewed
The Chandler News reports editor Harry B Giletrap's postmaster appointment faced renewed charges. Ivins, the inspector, claimed Peters influenced the inquiry with misrepresentations. A second inspector is due in Guthrie today to continue the investigation into salary increases tied to the general appropriation bill for 1899.
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Harry B Giletrap
Chandler News
Chandler
D. R. Peters
Gilatre
Ivins
Peters
Fire Fighters Celebrate New Engine and Drills Ahead
Firefighters unveil a new engine stored in Raine's livery barn and plan a Monday drill called by Chief Bidebour. Hutchings of the supplier will stay to help restructure handling until a permanent workshop is ready. Community sermons at M. B Church begin March 4 with a full schedule of services led by local ministers including Rev. Brownlog and Rev. Brewer, focusing on revival themes and pastoral visit insights.
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Raine
Bideobour
Hutchings
Vie Crigine
Wreachers’ Institute
M. B
Seth
Stirith
OC. L. Brownlog
Dex Christian Worker
Mareh
Elock
W A Brewer
Welock
J E Sanders
Ruveell
Vircus
AB Adame
Lamal
A. Ws
A M Brannon
MW Whelsn
Berinoo
Withers War
Freeman
Jack
Cherokee Nation
New Silk and Wool Skirts at Low Territory Prices
An all wool gray skirt with satin stripe and lily shape is touted as the newest arrival at $600. Other skirts include black hopsacking unlined with stitched flounce at $5.98, castor covert cloth stitched flounce walking skirt at $8.98, and a fancy black satin striped skirt marked down from $2 to $1.50. A wide selection of silk skirts and waists is also advertised as the handsomest line yet in Indian Territory, with prices described as low.
Girdle Corsets Offered in Pink Blue at Low Prices
See new girdle corsets in batiste with lace trim in pink and blue, priced at 50 cents, claimed to be as good as higher priced versions. Also shown is the famous F.C. corset in girdle shape, trimmed with heavy lace and baby ribbon in blue pink and white, at one dollar.
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Batiste
F.C
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