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Newspaper

The Vinita Daily Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1909

Page

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Good Roads Bill Pagoes Senate Good Roads Bill Passes

Guthrie Olli reports the state adopted the house good roads bill number 96 as amended by the senate committee. The measure may become law after house changes and conference, with the emergency clause applied for the road plan and property condemnation rules. The bill also covers convict labor on roads and roadway official restrictions.

Guthrie Olli Senate House Baldheld Boley Mitchell Landram Hone Washington Protem Grahan Labret Cove

Oklahoma man may get Indian affairs post

Washington March 1 reports no changes at the interior department except the assistant attorney general’s office. Woodruff has resigned and a New York man is slated for the post. Joe Norra and the Oklahoma entourage have courted and will likely stay near Provident Taft this week. Cash Cole is prominently mentioned for commissioner of Indian affairs.

Oklahoma Joe Washington Doc Woodruff New York Joe Norra Provident Taft Indian Affairs Cash Cole Tk

Hayward Asked to Accept Government Post

Washington March 10 Wil Mary Hayward of Nebraska City Nebraska secretary of the republican national committee has been asked to become first assistant postmaster general in the federal administration sources said today she is considering the offer and may accept if approved by party leaders the appointment would place Mrs Hayward in a high civil service position within the post office department and reflect the influence of Nebraska in national party affairs

Washington, D.C Wil- Mary Hayward Nebraska City Neb Republican National Committee

Muskogee Evening News Ends Fitful Existence

Munkogen Oklahoma March 1 The Munkogee Evening News suspended publication yesterday after five months of existence. Started by GL Keller the paper changed hands several times. It was the city’s third daily, its closure caused by printers and reporters attaching the office furniture for galleries.

Home refineries to ease Oklahoma overproduction

Tulsa March 10 With no refineries in chief region soon to be in operation and Mohard refinery at Sapupa joining Oke mulges and Miskogve, Oklahoma oil fields face a surplus. Daily production exceeds 100000 barrels, over half sold, rest used for tapeage. Forty million barrels of oil await sale as new pools are found weekly.

Tulsa Chitelty Mohardsoon Sapupa Okemulges Miskogve Olinhoins Oklahoma Preswot Oklahoma Oil

Polish rector killed by three masked assassins

The rector of the Poflah Ivish clutch, Reverend Rather Bravia Anaion, was shot to death by three masked men in the rectory early today. A housekeeper trying to intervene was wounded. The assailants fled, and authorities suspect a dispute among hired leaders.

Associated Real Newark Iev Bravia Anaion Tis Wmsauhine

Tige Appears With Buster Brown At Auditorum

The Buster Brown company comes to the Auditorum on Thursday March 11 with front line canine star Tige played by Jack Bell. Bell’s dog portrayal features lively paint, papier mache and canvas mask with energetic action. The show promises a greatly improved production with all new songs and costumes likely to delight audiences.

Buster Brown Auditorum Mge Buster Jack Bell Amself Maucus Tige

Attorney General Garner Arguing Cooper Case

Attorney General Garner took up the arguments for the state as the Cooper trial resumed today in Nashville Tennessee with the Associated Press noting the proceedings.

Garner Cooper Associated Press Nashvll Tenn

Tornado Death List Grows in Arkansas Brinkley

A southwest storm swept through eleven counties in southeast Arkansas, causing extensive wreckage. Governor Donaghey declared martial law as rescue crews work to aid the injured and confirm casualty figures. Seventy four injured and twenty nine dead are reported with fear of more deaths.

Brinkley Associated Press Frrinkley Ark Mar Qutalde Donaghey

Rumor of King Edward's Illness Circulates Unconfirmed

A brief from Lanion reports an unconfirmed rumor that King Edward is seriously ill at Binerite. The source notes no official confirmation and cautions readers about the unverified nature of the claim.

Edward Antndlated Press Lanion Mar Klog Waward Binerite

Scottish Laird Granted Divorce From American Wife

John Alexander Stirling of Kippendaine, lord of Stirling, was granted a divorce and custody of Fleetfield from Lady Stirling after sensational testimony. Clark Taylor, an American show girl, was named co respondent Mrs Stirling’s crane petition was denied. Mira Atherton also named ad co respondent.

Prowseenburg Beotluid Mar John Alexander Stirling Kippendaine Fleetfild Lady Stirling Clark Taylor Stirling Lord Northland Mira. Atherton

School Notes Reflect On Meeting and New High School

The regular teachers meeting discussed second grade arithmetic and many points of interest. The high school pupils debate the new building as a major subject and the trade cards are with pupils for parent review. The note urges attendance, honesty in excuses, and stricter discipline to improve punctuality and effort.

Take Life Easy and Do Your Duty

The passage contrasts two extreme life attitudes, urging a middle path of simple daily duties. It champions faithful performance of necessary tasks, avoiding excess effort or idleness, and suggests modern life is complex but manageable without adding unnecessary burdens.

Frome Uke Atmall Tollal

Slow to Realize Change in Turkish Gate Incident

The article describes slow official acknowledgment of a shift in Turkish policy as a guard blocks John Quincy Adams at a gate while attempting to cross as an American envoy. A more intelligent sergeant intervenes and Adams is allowed to proceed, illustrating cautious recognition of U S authority.

John Quincy Adame Prumsin United States of America United State

Decision favors the Octopus in oil case ruling

Uy Associated Press Chicago March 1 Judge Anderson instructs the jury to find Standard Oil guilty in the Indiana case. The verdict follows a lengthy argument by Assistant District Attorney Wilkerson and the jury is summoned to return a guilty verdict. Most indictments against Standard Oil of Indiana are void and will be abandoned to the government.

Uy Autociated Press Chicago Anderson Standard Oil Wilkerson Ind Ineniietad Standard O1 Company Indiana

Five Drowned in Alabama River Following Storm

Five persons drowned in the Alabama River after a severe storm. The incident occurred near Montgomery as flood conditions worsened, with water levels rising sharply and rescue efforts ongoing. Authorities identified all victims, and the disaster prompted emergency response measures in the area.

Alabama Montgomery Ala Pive Perchner Haine

Tornado Hits Georgia Killing Several People

A Georgia tornado fatally injures several Black residents and seriously injures others as cleanup begins. The report notes panic and damage across Cuthhen and nearby towns, while authorities investigate the storm's path and impact.

Professor Campbell Overcame Blindness to Lead Research

Jndaunted by Blindness, Prof. D. Campbell, director of the area laboratories at the University of Michigan, regained sight after an accident 18 years ago. He rose to a high place in education and conducted valuable original research, notably in the chemistry of iron and cement.

4. D. Campbell Aera Laboratories Universy of Michigan

Tyranny of the Servile and the People’s Insults

A fragmentary historical note cites Mithe people faced with mindless tyranny by others who feel inferior and levy taxes as a stingy punishment, with Neory Pieling quoting harsh views on servitude and condescension.

Neory Pieling

Belin Bas Invents Chafing Dish and Spirit Lamp

Princes Biephanke of Belin Bas markets a chafing dish and spirit lamp of her own invention. The patent landscape in Belgium England Germany France and Italy shows records of her labor saving improvements.

Biephanke Belin Bas England Germany France Maly

Disadvantages of Monogamy Adviser’s View Cited

The Louisville Courier Journal notes a student adviser argues against monogamy urging marriage to a bright woman for success and a pretty one for happiness. The piece suggests practical aides like cooking for digestion but warns legal limits constrain choices.

Louisville Courier Journal

Deluge Alive the Realization of Being Our Best Selves

Bliss Carman quote reflects elation in embracing personal bests and fulfilling destined paths, celebrating a moment of triumph and self-actualization. The fragment emphasizes inner achievement and collective optimism.

Bliss Carman

Fragmentary Note On Historical Resentment

A clipped OCR fragment shows an indignant speaker scolding someone for placing an item back. The dialog mentions a milliner and a note about honoring Charlotte Corday. The text is garbled but suggests a period voice condemning a murder tied figure.

The Rank of Merit Delivers A Curious Assertion

A garbled OCR fragment suggests a discussion of rank and merit with uncertain syntax. It mentions assessment without superiority and hints at evaluation or competition ideas, though the exact meaning is unclear. The text appears as a partial, jumbled excerpt from a historical page.

Accused Murderer Hangs Self in Iowa Jail

Arty Jones on trial for the 1907 murder of Mr and Mrs Win Vanwinkle, a young couple. He hanged himself in the county jail with a rope made from bed clothes. He beat the couple while they slept and was later arrested at Milan, Kane. He was to take the stand at his defense today.

Oy Koubted Arty Jones Win Vanwinkle Milan Kane

Misgouri Fight for Her Rights in Supreme Court Appeal

A writ of error for an appeal to the United States Supreme Court will be granted to the Standard Of company of Indiana and the Republic Of company amid a bond of one hundred thousand dollars. An exvention attorney asked yesterday for dissolution of the writ and argued no federal question exists. The attorney general and officials in Washington weighed the motion as the case moves toward the high court.

Jeffergan City MIA Man Supreme Court of the United States Hie Standard of Company Indiana Republic of Company Supreme Court of Mia Worl Cali Supreme Court Washington

Potpourri recipe from dried flowers and spices

A home craft guide describing layering dried flowers with musk, benzoin, orange peel, coriander and other aromatics. It explains how to prepare and store potpourri, with tips on moisture control and ingredient proportions for scent, using bay, clove, rosemary, lavender, lemon thyme and other botanicals.

Jamaica Avery

Potato Croquettes From a Faded Recipe Note

A garbled and spell‑truncated recipe describes potato croquettes made with two medium white potatoes, eggs, parsley, onion, and batter. The method mentions mixing yolks with seasonings, forming cone shapes, coating in beaten egg whites, and frying until brown, yielding about 25 croquettes.

Aged Eggs Stir UK Public Behind Freshness

A Grocers' Journal note suggests the British public accepts older eggs with less concern for freshness than expected. It claims many eggs marketed as fresh are likely six weeks old, reflecting a lax attitude toward freshness among consumers.

Optimiam Speke Success Inspires Creative Drive

A reflective note on how optimism fuels mental power and body, contrasting with discouragement. The text emphasizes that persistent gloom paralyses creativity and that sustained positive attitude supports meaningful achievement.

Fragmentary note hints at figures on a newborn census

A partially legible clipping mentions figures and a deadline related to a census or birth figures. It cites a general timeframe and implies routine reporting of such data, with unclear wording about consmgns erumil and cleanetts Babitie. The fragment lacks concrete names, places, or dates.

Fragmentary Note Reads Like Obscure 19th Century Riddle

A garbled OCR style fragment hints at a puzzling scene with mention of a tent, a place called Dover, and a troubled figure. The text references beads, feet, and burdens, but clarity is lost, leaving a cryptic, almost poetic record of distress or mystery.

Boosters Return From Guthrie After Insane Hospital Battle

J M Bullington Jnge Theo D B Nreur Ex Representative Mr Hobdy Sheri H B Hidenhour 8H Wallen Davia Hil Anion and PD WF Marre returned from Guthrie after days resisting to bring the Baiet side Insane hospital to Vinita. They say the game was worth the powder, with hope for final success. J W Ore and T A Chandigr remained at the capital to ensure hospital appropriations were not overlooked. The house has passed bills to appropriate 200000 for new buildings and components and 156000 for maintenance, with further action expected.

J. M. Bullington Jnge Theo D. B. Nreur Mr. Hobdy Sheri H. B. Hidenhour Wallen Davia Hil Anion Marre Guthrie Baiet Vinita JW. Ore T. A. Chandigr Nih Katollit Comonent

Oklahoma Legislation and Local Notices Mixed Update

Legislative notes from Guthrie regarding marriage and divorce actions, district court procedures, and filings. Reports include Governor signatures on Senate bills, education board appointments, and Farm loan figures totaling 2,100,000 for the week ending March 10.

Guthelé Olde Mar Tate Oklahoma Willan H. Killeby William H Sigmund Klenmy Oklahoma County Killeby Anna Low Killeby Pohiruliy Mable Promland Norton Mexte Makkell Bitlops White Marta Atende Eure Hilonide Joclesin Haake Hemae Bilt No Board of Luwe Profeandr Brown Weatherford Tor Central Normal Select Edmeud S. M Harrett Lytal Glover Hartieselinie Riseiall Democrithe Prege Newociatiog Wanheiacin Wil Claremore Stare Press Association School Food Department

Rural Route Notes From A Weathered Page

Frail OCR fragment reports rural route life with names like Carelowey McCoy and Rogers. Mentions trips to Adair and Vinita Meaney. Vague place hints, health fears, and routine exchanges mark a small town record from a distant edition.

V. Carelowey Ieeri Percy McCoy Jw Rogers Vinita Meaney Maan Mix Five Sloan Adair Retaiver Severdary Cour Jodie Thomnyeot Calin

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