The Cherokee Removal Debate and Threats of Bloodshed
A historical clash over the 1835 Cherokee removal treaty is recounted with warnings by Congressman Henry A. Wire and Daniel Webster. General Winfield Scott is described as moving to compel Cherokee emigration, with proclamations threatening force and the possible bloodshed of both white and Cherokee people as troops advance toward displacement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Botton
Henry A. Wire
Virginia
House of Representatives
Daniel Webster
Senate
New Echota
Winfield Scott
Scott
United States
Mississippi
Unclear land fencing dispute under Curtis act guidance
A 1899 memo discusses unimproved town lots and fencing rules under the Curtis act, advising that only good faith purchases qualify for sale at appraised value. It notes that improvements after start do not alter unimproved status and cautions against lot jumping and improper titles. Also mentions Indian agents and land sale procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towsen
Washington, D. C
Vinita Leads In Indian Territory Bank Strength
A Pine showing notes Vinita banks dominate in deposits with First National Bank of Vinita reporting 807000 and First National Bank of Muskogee 515000. Vinita tops due to high demand deposits and cash on hand, with 257000 deposited for Vinita. The article praises local ownership and resilience against panics and mentions various regional updates including a concert tour, school registrations, and railroad support for a World’s Fair fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ite
Vinita
Indian Territory
First National Imok
Vinite
First National Bank of
Muskogee
Wight Exchange
A Cherooked Abroad, Cure for Trusts and Panics
A letter from a mother conveys congratulatory news on the Downing party victory and discusses U S policy, European governance lessons, and currency ideas. The writer, Ron L Owen, praises the new administration, muses on panics, and proposes a securities backed currency with controlled expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lompern
Rar
Arment
Tuos
Viele
Downing Party
Enjoyable Day at Marks Place Picnic and Fish Fry
A Vinita gathering near Marks place featured a sunny day with about fifty locals enjoying fried fish, corn bread, pies, and coffee. Capt Swain led the day with fishing, games, croquet, and a sunset departure. no accidents occurred and many planned a repeat event. Attendees included multiple families and neighbors, all sharing food, fun, and fellowship under shaded trees. Also noted is a lengthy account of an anti trust address by E D Kenna at Knox College, praising monopolies and criticizing labor and capital tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinita
L. W. Marks
Swain
Marks House
Mra
J. Byrne
R. M. Swain
Bob Knight
Wacaser
Clark
Mre. Freeman
Mra. Blythe
Annie Usonon
Blanche Oborn
Menina
Sam Cobb
J. R Sheehan
Harrison Bothell
Knox College
Galesburg
Lil
E. D. Kenna
Frisco Law
Santa Fe Railway
Chicago
Kenna
John O'Day
Frieco Railway
St. Louis
Frieco
Strake
Santa Fe
Carnegie
Busim Newsn
Isbor
Tham
Hol
Mollesod
Capt
Gheen Yours
Elliott
Kansas
Raven
Joruamine
Erin
Coffeyville
Respectability vs the saloon in Vinita debate
A Vinita plea argues against alcoholism and saloon income deeming it immoral and harmful. It urges voters to back prohibition for moral, physical, and economic reasons, warning saloons bring crime, poverty, and urban decline while praising local virtue and civic improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinita
Mora Ni Agen
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gray
Lion Coffee
John
Siriclly Cash
South McAlister Capital
Marshal Grady
Central District
Jasper Simpson
L. 8. Hill
J. B. Grady
Alec
Wagoner Board
Chetopa
Creek Revenue
J. George Wright
Guy W.cobb
Mr. Wright
Europe
Mr. Cobb
Wisconsin
Tie
Wagoner
Parker
Parke
Colbert, Choo Law Nation
Abe
Shepard
The
Belle
Wagon Hool Board
Ardmorelle
Ardmore
Aloon
M. &. & T. Railroad
Wewoka
John Brown
Department of Justice
Muskoger
Baliwick
Muscogee
Cobb
Ander
Arso
France
Switzerland
Italy
Austria
Germany
Holland
Belgium
Great Britain
England
Meat Trust
Ellow
America
Ron, L. Owen
Tillman
Indiana
Mack Jemits
Ahoomaker
Marks Place
D. Kenna
Mer
Suskogee
Geo. B. Loving
Loving
Texas Stock Association
the Ving
Angell Matthewson
Parsons
Jenrolinen
Selectumerlidelie Zens
Munkoyne
Kansas City
Solitaine
Vinita Plow CO
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