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Newspaper
The Indian Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1899
Page
2
The Cherokee Nation protests the absorption of the Cherokee school by Vinita city schools. The letter warns that $560 of common school funds and Cherokee pupils are affected, risking tribal rights and education. It argues the government must protect Indian rights and continue support for Cherokee schools and institutions.
The editor questions the Muskrat Gritts and Coon delegation's Kansas City trip amid a looming contest to T. M. Buffington’s election. It argues their actions may threaten Cherokee sovereignty, accuses leaders of betrayals, and warns of possible land speculation under federal policy.
The coming issue centers on open licensed saloons versus keeping liquor illegal. Editors rebuke enforcement skeptics and warn against weak laws aiding prohibition foes. The piece notes Cherokee Nation debt discussions and government contracts, then shifts to Kansas rainfall reviving vegetation.
The article explains anthrax outbreaks in horses, mules, and cattle, noting rapid spread, high mortality, and economic ruin. It stresses vaccination with Pasteur charbon vaccine as the sole preventive measure and recounts global immunization success, including millions of animals protected and millions saved. It also mentions Vinita and liquor-law enforcement praise.
The letter from W S Matosey and others defends grand juries while accusing the prosecutor of pressure. It recounts a Jurors view of 187 bills found and alleges many cases were ignored or deferred. The piece questions why grand juries endure prosecutorial influence and calls for court support across towns.
A Calvert Texas farmer J Apers writes in support of cotton bale compression by RoUSPLAP noting a proposed tax bill aims to punish the American Cotton Company and praising savings from gin compression plus belt and bagging reductions. He favors higher bale prices for growers. The Muskogee Times notes Choctaw enrollment near 95 percent with tribal pride, while press freedom defends truth and accuses Dreyfus like zeal in public disputes and mentions Judge Gill’s appointment and Vinita October term.
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