Oklahoma statehood issue divides Republican ranks over Indian Territory
In Washington and Oklahoma discussions, Republicans debate the timing and terms of absorbing Indian Territory. A. H. Claasen and others urge explicit provisions to either redraw boundaries on admission or union tribal lands, with pressure for presidential action.
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Land Office
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Clagaen
Oklaoma
Indian Territory
Senate
Holland of Grove Proposes New Allotment Estimate
J N Holland of Grove challenges the Cherokee Nation allotment debate by presenting his table of land grade allocations as a revised estimate. He contends his figures better reflect the distribution of land among the grades than the previously published estimate in the population.
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J. N. Holland
Jones held on murder charge in Checotah clash
Judge Charles W. Raymond fixes Deputy Marshal Frank Jones bond at 5000 dollars as he awaits jury next month for the killing of bystander G D Howard during Saturday’s fight in Checotah. Sam Baker, shot by the marshal, is improving and expected to recover. Also announced are fourth class postmaster appointments for Indian Territory including Delaware Cherokee nation Bertha Hendeicke Smithville Choctaw nation Martin Deadwiley Wyatt Chickasaw nation W A Hutchins.
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Frank Jones
Jones
G. D. Howard
Checotah
Sam Baker
Indian Territory
Delaware
Cherokee Nation
Bertha D. Hendeicke
John C. Johnson
Smithville
Choctaw Nation
Martin Deadwiley
Reymond D. Roberts
Wyatt
Chickasaw Nation
W. A Hutchins
W. M. Sobrivoer
L.P. Garrison
J. Newcomb
Globe
Iey
L. P. Garrison
Mellette Versus Muskogee Time of Reform in Creek Nation
Wa M Maslow, newly appointed United States district attorney for the Western District, campaigns to purge corruption in Muskogee Creek Nation. A gambler Jack Jobowen paid $200 for a seat in a game and faces Commissionere Batarday. The note warns empty Leavenworth cells await if crooked practices persist.
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United States
Western District
M. Maslow
Kempery
Okmalgee
Muskogos
Leavenworth
Jack Jobowen
Marshall Batarday
Muskokee
Ashbury Park
Cherokee enrollment opens for infant heirs 1902
From August 90 through October 31 1902 applications are invited to enroll infant children born to recognized Cherokee Nation citizens on or before September 1 1902. Officials Tau s Bixay T B Neemes U B Baroxennipor Commissioners and Freeman Clerk of the United States Court of Appeals issue a charter to Miami Artesian Water and Light Co. of Miami I T with incorporators W L Williams James K Moore B D Hooper H T Bontker and B Fullerton. Capital stock 50009. 6000 paid in. Checotah Hardware Co. of Checotah is noted. incorporators R J Kochf Jackson Thompson G G Hendrix M H Hensley and W H Hooker. Authorized stock 25000. 18000 paid in.
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New Territorial Incorposions
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United States Court of Appeals
Miami Artesian Water and Light Co
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James K. Moore
D. Hooper
H.T. Bontker
B. Fullerton
Checotah Hardware Co
Cheocotah
Creek townsite commission opens Sapulpa offices
The Creek townsite commission has opened offices at Sapulpa and is actively arranging all preparatory work to appraise the town. The advent of the commission has caused much excitement and plans are under way for a real estate boom once their work is finished.
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Creek
Sapulpa
Monument Builder in Okla Suits City Over Nuisance Claim
Gol A J Blackwell of Blackwell Oklahoma, famed for monuments, dog bites cures and town pranks, faces a fresh clash with city authorities. He unveiled a Fourth of July monument to the city ordinances and now sues the city for 20000. A fifth suit is filed amid ongoing litigation.
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Blackwell
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Munca
No Jurisdiction Denies Injunction Over Cattle Ejectment
Judge Bryant denies an injunction to stop Indian police from ejecting large cattle herds from Chickasaw Nation into Texas. The ruling cites federal enforcement of tribal cattle tax and unsettled stockmen leading to cattle driven to the Red River and into Texas. Senator Burton recommends 8. Osburo for Dawes Commissioner to replace Howard Leekly, with other names noted.
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Bryant
Red River
Acroga
Burton
8. T. Osboro
Uatleyville
Kansas
Howard Leekly
United States
Not a groundbreaking shot harms brave Okla figure
A violent incident reports a bullet fired by Dave Luckott of the Oklahoma home and western railroad at Oklahoma City on a Friday. The target, a Black man, was at the brake point when shot passed through the tie head and no serious injury occurred beyond a light jolt from a ventilating shaft. Luckett has not been arrested.
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Dave Luckott
Oklahome & Western Railroad
Oklaho City
Luckett
Frisco President Sees Bright Future for Indian Territory
Frisco System head Yoakum gives New York interview praising Indian Territory and Southwest growth. He predicts strong cotton profits in Texas and territories, shifts toward local independence, and a widening market for manufacturing as steel expands westward. He notes new towns with brick buildings and sustained development across the region.
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New York
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Werlord
Mississippi
Missouri
Gulf
Kansas City
Elie
Dawes Commission Ends Cherokee Citizenship Applications
The Dawes Commission will close the Cherokee rolls today and will not consider further citizenship applications. Contested claims are being processed and a final roll is to be published within a few months. The text notes a large, convenient room is furnished for applicants in town.
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Year of Promise at Willie Hateel College Opens
The Willie Hateel college opens on Tuesday September 9 with an expanded curriculum and improved facilities. President Browning leads a capable faculty including Ls. Brownleg J A Parke B B Mooney Mies Allie Willinue O M Gaker Mive Cova May Brown Jobe Mijier Drake A Lee Oldworthy. Attendance is expected to reflect strong moral physical and intellectual college training.
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Browning Hex
Hizorell
Willie Halell
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A.M
Provident
J. A. Parke
A. M
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A. B
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O. M. Gaker
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Jobe Mijier Drake
Bloon
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Surrender in Cherokee farmland dispute ends in shooting
In a Cherokee farmland dispute near an unspecified farm, Dan Condy defeated his uncle in a clash over possession. Both men were armed but Condy fired as his uncle allegedly tried to seize the land. The dispute drew local attention as two prominent farmers were involved.
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Circus Coming to South Omaha by Campbell Bros
The Campbell Brothers Circus will perform twice in South Omaha next Wednesday September 10 1903 according to a brief notice in the May 27 1902 Omaha World-Herald. Nebraska natives from Walebury left the family farm two years ago to join the circus world and have earned praise for their showmanship and the crowd filling the big tent.
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Campbell Brow
Cireur
South Omaha
Campbell
Nebraska
Fauhv
Walebury
Trouble Ahead in Grand Jury Crusade Against Bad Goods
A broad campaign against illicit sellers and so called mocads linked to intoxicants targets joint keepers as grand juries convene this month. Detectives from the anti saloon league report substantial evidence gathered in Muskgee Vinita and surrounding areas. Identified remains and a missing woman case add to heightened tension as authorities prepare for court terms.
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Anti Saloon League
Muskgee
Wooten
Lantivaloon League
Vinita
Murder in Chanute Yard Case Baffles Authorities
The body found in the Panto Be railroad yards at Chanute is identified as E. V. Dickey a prominent grain buyer from Barnesville. Police suspect foul play and robbery motive as Dickey arrived with ample funds and a letter of credit. no solid leads on suspects yet.
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