Scandal Over Dawes Commission Records Theft Emerges
A searching inquiry alleges valuable Dawes Commission records were stolen from Muskogee offices and traced to two land companies. The theft, tied to Creek lands assessments, prompted officials to consider drastic action. Lawyers refused to testify, and officials warned of potential high‑level investigations into collusion and bribery.
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Dawes Commission
Bow
Muskogee
Tite
Higellos
Werk
C B
Breckenridge
Creek Oation
Nearebiog
Comarteeion
Puttiig
Fraudulent circulars expose lax safeguards on property interests
A historical report details how deceptive circulars and careless construction enabled fraud. It cites Interior Department action, misused phrases, and inadequate safeguards around property interests, noting delayed enforcement and calls for tighter regulation.
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Tie, Company
Loriher
Alfeire
Orrelee
Statehood talk at Vinita. Bradford and Castle address Indian Territory rise
A Vinita meeting on statehood drew Judge 8 B Bradford of Ardmore and C E Castle of Wagoner. D W C Duncan presided as the session urged single statehood for the Indian Territory and Oklahoma. Bradford planned to press the issue in Washington while noting a reduced appropriation piece for Indian affairs next year. A separate fire in Woodford destroyed a business building and lodge rooms, with local lodges reporting losses.
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Thane
Indian Territory
B. Bradford
Ardmore
C. E Castle
Wagoner
D. W. C. Duncan
Bradford
Washington
Vinita
Thia
Ehood
Judge Bradford
Bradmond
Oklahood
Train Robbery Near Redland by Bungling Band
A southbound Kansas City Southern express was held up near Redland by seven men who stole nothing. They forced the crew to detach the express car and then departed empty handed after failing to open the mail pouch. No one was hurt. The robbers were unmasked and described as crude novices. The train was delayed about an hour while dispatches note the lack of recovered booty. Separately, a Wednesday night attack on Rev J J Lovett’s house caused a severe hemorrhage from fright to Mrs Lovett. The public inquiry into the school and church dispute continues as authorities investigate hoodlum activity in the area.
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Kansas City Southern
Redland
En Flower
Ander
W. Mranenger
Dyne
Ronger
Fsorale
United States
Fort Smith
Hayes
South
J J. Lovett
Lovett
School Fight Examines Cabinet Practices and Presidencies
A fragmented Saturday Evening Post summary by Emory Beach analyzes how presidents form familial cabinets and balance party leaders. It contrasts two methods: Lincoln’s approach of naming predecessors with leaders and the modern practice attributed to a president named Moxming, inviting debate on administrative influence and reform.
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Bomprelt
Philadelphes
My. Baie
Lincoln
Cormier
Moxming
Quarles Approves Cherokee Question Despite Pigeonholed Treaty
Senator Quarles confirms receipt of the treaty copy after it was pigeonholed by the D worded as sent for approval. George Wright and Chief Buffington forwarded documents to the Indian Inspector's office and then to the Dawes Commission. A letter indicates Congress will consider the Cherokee question this winter.
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Benator Quarlea
Congret
George Wright
Buffington
Dawes
Benitor Quarles
Congress
German Club Hosts Pleasant Evening at Parker Home
German club enjoyed a delightful Monday night gathering at the Parker residence with full attendance. Guests included Mr and Mrs Way Mellone, Mr and Mrs Roper, Mr and Mrs Davie, and several others, amid festive chatter and sociable entertainment. A violent incident later occurred in Kansas City where cab driver Saddarth was assaulted, robbed of a roll of bills, and escaped as police arrived.
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L. F. Parker, Jr
Mrs Way
M Mellone
Mra
L.roper
L.roper, Mr and Mr. P. 8, Davie, Mr. and Mre. W.P. Thompace
Joy H. Butler
Edgar Rich
Haleell
Raul
Mabel Miller
Maud MillarGarrie Goody
Koonta
Grace Or
Janie Hall
Mosare
Crittenden
Vance McSpadden
Kollar Walker
B. H Lybrand
Forgeful Plea for Indian Territory Statehood Relief
A plea incorporated in a memorial to Congress urges relief from denial of constitutional rights for 45,000 white residents of the Indian Territory. It condemns courts and governance for failing to provide schools, courts, and justice, noting growing ignorance and crime due to lack of facilities and jurisdiction.
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Congress
Indian Territory
United States
Hair and Paint Policy Sparks Native Civilisation Debate
The Interior Secretary endorses a planned policy forcing Indigenous people to adopt a specific haircut and avoid colored cosmetics as a means to civilize. The plan links personal appearance to broader assimilation aims, suggesting barbers and fashion will influence cultural progress and postures on reservations.
Government halts contract to feed prisoners after review
After examining the contract, Attorney General Findlay ruled the government need not hire a contractor to feed inmates. The deal was called off and arrangements will be made for jail officials to provide rations locally.
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George Findlay
Eay
Gederel
United Biatee
Piodlay
Alfred
Findlay
Outlaws Targeted in Anadarko Pursuit by Oklahoma Officers
A posse led by Governor Ferguson of Oklahoma offers 600 reward for three Craven gang members believed to have killed Depay Marebale Smith and Beck near Anadarko. A 300-strong force tracks the men, who may be returning toward their old Osage area, as local officers monitor the chase.
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Depay Marebale Smith
Beck
Anadarko
Ferguson
Oklahoma
Cravens
Cherokees Seek Hidden Riches Amid River Search
A Cherokee treasure hunt in Cherokee County Arkansas aims to locate a vast sum supposedly buried by the Cherokees. Divers have probed Buffalo River with limited results while lawmakers draft a territory game bill to protect game. Enrollment efforts for Cherokees will split forces to complete rolls, and medical ads advise on curing a hearing condition.
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Jon County
Ark
Buffalo River
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