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Newspaper
The Indian Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1899
Page
2
The Indian Chieftain argues the city school board should secure Cherokee school money and combine it with local taxes to fund quality schools. It criticizes past private schooling and urges a high standard, noting future changes will hinge on the Dawes commission and U S oversight rather than tribal authorities.
The U S Supreme Court decision closes the Cherokee citizenship fight affirming Dawes era views on blood and rights, urging swift allotment and roll finalization. It cites imposters and unscrupulous lawyers while praising tribal aim for full citizenship duties. The piece notes dust concerns, a long drought summer, and local political notes including Downing ticket delegates.
A Rambling meditation argues prohibition will fail in Indian Territory and contrasts water with intoxicants. The piece recalls Emery Storrs and extols water as nature’s gift, praising purity over drink while warning of coming repeal and social changes.
A Cherokee Nation letter reveals Chief S. H. Mayes denying collusion with R. H. Kern over freedmen claims, demanding investigations and defending integrity. Other correspondence shows Mayes urging a presidential inquiry while alleging obstruction by interior officials. Washington reports the Supreme Court upholds Judge Springer on Cherokee citizenship, ending that dispute.
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