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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
4
The Meekly Chieftain lists subscription prices for mail delivery. One year by mail is $1.00, six months and quarterly options are shown, with Dp. M. Marrs as editor and printing by Marrs Printing Company.
A long, jagged column of stray remarks and observations from Winite and nearby regions on politics governors football Yale Harvard taxes hunting publishing and daily life. It weaves jokes on candy charity elections and war, with broad commentary on media bias and local printing costs and public notices.
The piece argues that detailing personal crisis deaths in newspapers spurs further self harm. It notes in NSW and the United States that omitting poison names like Lysol reduces copycat acts, while editors defend publishing news as a responsibility, urging public opinion to influence practice.
The Oklahoma press questions Governor Cruce's push for power to summarily remove local officials. While some praise the plan, others warn of potential abuse and argue removal should rest with courts to safeguard democracy and enforce prohibitory laws.
A reflective piece arguing that the Christmas rush harms workers health and dignity. It contrasts the Bethlehem shepherd with modern shop life, urging shoppers to temper demand and recognize the stress on clerks and warehouse staff during the pre holiday period.
The piece argues the food sale at churches raises money by selling items of real perceived value, with 50 cent cash gifts often yielding more for charity than piecing together inexpensive baked goods. It contrasts opinions on women's roles, household economy, and the cultural shift toward material, tangible products over mere donations. It then pivots to a political note, criticizing Governor Cruce for withholding a special legislative session, arguing motives and constitutional power are at stake, highlighting calls for timely court decisions and public transparency.
A garbled OCR fragment promotes Christmas gifts and stock availability. It mentions a merchant shaking hands and offering a smile, with vague references to a Bethlehem like Christmas, peace, and goodwill amid uncertain wording.
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The newspaper urges readers to start holiday buying early to secure bargains. It promotes using advertising columns as a guide to gifts, feasts, clothing, and home goods, noting markdowns are six weeks away and prices rise if delayed. It encourages watching ads to gain advantages and have goods ready.
A provincial view warns wild land shrinkage will push woodlands into backyards, heightening hunter eagerness and risk. The piece contrasts reckless city hunters with seasoned woodsmen, noting careless shooting, damaged fences, and fires, while farmers grumble at modern sport and its costs.
The Carnegie foundation offers $25,000 annually to ex presidents and widows, with the idea of a public service link beyond mere ceremony. Some argue ex leaders should be pensioned, given prestige value and potential public duties, while others note practical outcomes like law or journalism careers. The piece contrasts American treatment with Europe and notes historical shifts, including Grant’s Wall Street move.
A long endorsement praises local merchants who advertise in these columns. It argues their success shows faith in advertising and that the public buys goods with satisfaction. It asserts advertisers stand by reliable business methods and proven value.
J P Morgan presents 56 letters by Declaration signers to study handwriting as a mirror of character and era. The piece traces neat, regular handwriting, muscular control, and lack of flourish, contrasts typewriter era habits, and notes evolving slants and backward strokes. It compares nervous-diagnosis views and laments declining penmanship amid modern hurry.
Walt Mason urges brisk Christmas buying to lift spirits and aid overworked clerks. The fanfare pleads for shoppers to flood the town with bundles and cards, while noting rich patrons like Carnegie and economic calls to sustain markets.
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