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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1908

Page

8

Sleeper to Try Wycliffe Feathers Case in Grove

Gaol official Sleeper of Tulberhe appointed by the government to prosecute the Wycliffe feathers for the killing of Deputy United States Marshals Henry Vier and the Oil strap. He has been in Vinita and Pryor Creek and will move to Kansas to the scene of the killing. A county survey suggests the incident occurred in Adair County, with possible transfer to Westville court. Delaware county officials assert the trial will be in Delaware County Grove terms start December 2.

D . Steeper Tulberhe Ensils Wycliffe Feathers United Senies Henry Vier Vinita Pryor Creek Sleeper Kansas Gilstrap Eas Gilstrup Adair County Westville Grove Coppage Delaware County Wycliffe Brothers

Looting Follows Exciting Events in Port au Prince

Assorlaind Press reports chaotic aftermath after President Nord Alexis fled Port au Prince on December 3. Rioters attacked homes and stores of supporters, aiming at Alexis and his allies. Twelve people were killed before authorities restored order.

Assorlaind Port Au Prince Nord Alexis Alexis

Williams Gives Opinion On New Paving Law Guthrie OK

An opinion by Chief Justice Williams of the Oklahoma Supreme Court affirms a Canadian county district court decision on a city paving contract. The ruling says cities must follow owner petition when paving a street and that technical irregularities do not cancel the contract if no protest was made at contract setting.

Bank Robbers Secure $14,000 and Escape

Fourteen thousand dollars in cash was secured by burglars who blew open the vault of the First National bank in Pepperell. Police believe professionals conducted the job. Three men were involved and they fled in an automobile, but their identities remain unknown.

Associated Proms Pepperell Masa First National Bank

Wilson Declares Cattle Disease Under Control

Secretary Wilson today declared that foot and mouth disease in cattle, which has affected Michigan New York Pennsylvania and Maryland, is under control. It is estimated that about one thousand affected animals have been destroyed to curb the outbreak.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Dye Wilson Michigan New York Pennsylvania Maryland

Waldorf rival: Salad Asteria dazzles New York social set

A new salad called Salad Asteria captivates New York diners, eclipsing the Waldorf creation. The recipe features romaine hearts, orange, grapefruit, Bartlett pear wedges, pickled walnut, green and red pepper strips, and a light French dressing, arranged for festive presentation.

Waldorf Astoria Oscar New York

Baking Day Gouries Quick Cooking Tips

Answers to many cooking questions with precise measures for desserts sauces dressings and spreads. Includes guidance on custards puddings gravies and creams, plus steps for browning flour and preparing meats and gloves for care.

Oklahoma Gov Haskell sues over Barnsdall oil lease

Guthrie Okla Dec 2 Ouster proceedings against Indian Territory Elumin ating Oil Co holder of the Osage Reservation lease opened in Pawhuska district court led by Osage County L B Roberts with governor’s aide. Roberts accuses foreign Barnedall syndicate of land ownership claim, monopoly aims, and seeks to curb gas production control, citing Roosev lt era ties and Wall Street Journal reports. Governor argues foreign ownership and monopoly violate state law and constitution, pledging sustained fight to block cross state gas pipelines and preserve Oklahoma resources for local development.

Guthrie Indian Guthrie, Okla Indian Territory Eluminating Oil Company Osage Indian Reservation Pawhuska L. B. Roberts Osage County T. M. Barnadall Pittsbard St. Louis Roberts Barnadull Company Ind Harnsdtall Company Haskell Soundaed Easern Roosevelt Standard Oil Oklahoma Wall Street New York Pittsburg Theodore N. Barnedall Mississippi River St Louis Barnadall Standard of Company Oklahoms Barnedall Company Trung Roosevelt T Wall Street Journal Barnsdaoll Barnsdall United States Bransdall Company Oklaheus

Robbers Blow Open Crowder Bank Safe

McAlester Oklahoma December 2 Robbers blew open the Farmers State Bank at Crowder twenty miles north of here and secured 600 dollars. The bank building was almost demolished. The robbers escaped.

Ridenhour Crowder City Associated Press McAlester Oklo Farmers’ State Bank Crowder Here

Mexico Wants Guerra Now in Muskogee Jail

The Mexican government seeks the return of Colonel Econacion Diaz Guerra from the Muskogee federal jail to face charges in San Antonio. He faces accusations of offending the neutral laws and aiding revolutionaries. His nephew Juan Costa is jailed for resisting an officer when Guerra was detained.

Muskogee Econacion Diaz Guerra Guerra Mexico San Antonio Juan Costa Costa Wilharton

Four Die In Priceburg Fire Aboard Block

Scranton Pa December report says four persons perished in the Priceburg Shapiero block fire started by an overheated kitchen stove. Victims are Abrahan Shapiero, son Arthur, daughter Anna, and mother-in-law Mrs Sarah Blotaki. Official state count later shows Democratic plurality about 11,846. Bryan’s plurality over 13,000 previously reported.

Associated Proms Scranton Shapiero Priceburg Abrahan Arthur Anna Sarah Blotaki Walton Democratic Repub‘lienn

Stein ok Near-Extinction Threat Prompts Protective Efforts

About 300 specimens of the stein ok are under protection on Monte Ross southern slope, as the species remains nearly extinct in the Alps. Slow breeding and limited government help persist, though private herds in two locations aim to avert extinction. Also noted is pet nervousness among boarders as a neighbor builds an apartment house, increasing noise concerns for owners.

Monte Ross Alps Ite Bebalf

Blame Safer Than Praise on Sandwich Islander Speech

A fragment reflects the idea that blaming enemies is safer than praising, as strength and valor are believed to transfer from foe to the speaker. The speaker expresses fear of facing enemies and describes praise as dangerous, preferring blame as protective.

Beet Sugar in Europe Season 1907 08 Output Decline

Europe produced 6,062,000 tons of beet sugar in 1907 08, down 165,000 from 1906 07 and 380,000 from 1905 06. Germany led with 2,122,000 tons, followed by Austria Hungary with 1,440,000 and Romania with about 1,410,000, though the text shows garbled figures for several entries.

Europe Germany Auetrad Hungary Roweiß

An Echo Not a Voice. A Fragment Reflects on Convictions

A fragmentary philosophical note contrasts influence and agency, describing a person who drifts with the current as an echo of the world. It muses on ideals, principles, and the absence thereof, referencing a literary cadence and a notion of self guided by higher beliefs.

Fredericks Amiel

The Thoughtful Girl and the Careful Cord Incident

A puzzled girl pleads with a companion to secure a cord, urging careful handling as she plans to send it for a specific purpose. The exchange reveals a light, domestic moment with gentle humor and a focus on practical tasks.

Stamp for Religious Belgians Offers Sunday Mail Option

A Belgium Sunday postage stamp variant lets mail avoid Sunday delivery. Carriers hold a small Sunday stamp over to mark the Monday delivery for those who opt out of Sunday service.

Belgium Moniay

The Man Who Knows Says More Than Bees

A wry aphorism from Richard's Poor Almanac printed in Salt Lake Herald notes that a man who thinks he knows more than the bees often gets fired, while one who truly knows more may rise.

Richard Salt Lake Herald

Seaweed Proposed to Filter Philadelphia Drinking Water

Seaweed may be planted in the Schuylkill River in Pennsylvania as an experimental filtration method. The aim is to improve water quality used for Philadelphia drinking supplies.

Schuylkill River Pennsylvania Philadelphia

Glass Bottle Making History in England

The record notes glass bottles were produced by Romans by year 704 A.D. and that English manufacture began in 1558. This highlights early glassmaking origins and the later start of English bottle production.

England

Notice of Guardianship Rights for Minor David E. Martin

Court petition filed in the District Court seeks to grant guardian James Martin authority to allow David E. Martin a minor to transact business as if of majority age. The next friend guardian style guardian and attorney AA Brown are listed.

James Martin David E ii David E. Martin Daven E. Marti Gundian Brown Guardian

Jury in Murder Trial Complete

Associated Press reports Omaha jury for the murder trial of Chas F. Davis, charged in the Sept 2 killing of Dr. Frederic Rustina. County Attorney English opened by recounting the coroner’s inquest and the sequence of events including Abbie Rice’s role and Rustina’s claim of hiring Davis to carry out the act.

Dr. Rusting Abbie Rice Associated Press Omaha Neb Vhr Deane Chas F. Davis Frederic Rustina County Aumney English Killin Rusting Rustina Chas. E. Davis

Mob surrounds Alexis palace in Port au Prince uprising

In Port au Prince on December 2 Associated Press reports the public rose against Lord Alexis seizing control of the city. A provisional government formed with General Legitime as president. fighting not reported, mob threats and curses fill the scene as the palace is surrounded by armed civilians.

Byt Associated Press Port Au Prince Hayti General Legitine Alexis Republic

Pine Bluff Citizens Face River Encroachment

Pine Bluff Ark December 1 After an all night struggle against the Arkansas river citizens renewed their fight today. The fate of property valued at perhaps five million dollars is in the balance as the river again threatens homes and businesses.

Associated Press Pine Bluff Ark Arkansas River

Order for Hearing Petition to Sell Real Estate

Probate No 1752. The court orders a hearing on December 18, 1908, for R J Wright guardian of minors to obtain authority to sell all or part of the heirs real estate by private sale. An order to publish weekly for six weeks and serve notice on John Buffing to appear. The judge Theo D B Frear signs.

R. J. Wright John Buffing- St Theo D. B. Frear Junge

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