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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1909
Page
7
Craig County Oklahoma County Court posts schedules for hearings on guardianship matters and petitions to sell real estate of minors. Notices include dates in March 1909 and January 1909 term hearings with details on land described and required parties to attend.
In pursuance of a County Court order the guardian of Charles W Deckman a minor will sell at private sale all the minor's right title and estate in 70 acres described as NW quarter of NE quarter SW quarter of SW quarter NE quarter of section 1 township 26 north range 18 east and other fractional parts. Sale is to the highest bidder for cash subject to court confirmation on March 1 1909 at 10 a m in the County Court Room Vinita Oklahoma with a certified check for at least one third of the bid and written notices may be left with Addin A Brown attorney for guardian.
Still considering the school land bill two key Senate amendments modify provisions deemed unconstitutional. The Senate proposals affect indemnity, enabling acts, and land sales while preserving lessee rights. House adds a county option to retain and rent surplus land at six percent of value.
Report from Metter indicates potential progress toward securing a state hospital for the insane. Sheriff notes morning briefing and optimistic timing, with officials hopeful to obtain the facility soon.
A wind storm razed the Missouri Pueblo depot and four other buildings at Reece Kansas with no deaths but four serious injuries in the northwest district. In Coffeyville a thunderstorm damaged oil tanks at the National Refining company threatening multiple tanks to fail.
The state supreme court reversed the county court ruling in the Tehard Sheil will case, ruling no ground exists for another contest. The court held the man’s relations with women might be improper but do not affect his capacity to make a will.
The official court of appeals released five opinions today with major practice questions at issue. Justice Baker stated that a clearly proven guilty defendant should not have a conviction reversed for technicalities that do not affect substantial rights. The court affirmed lower court judgments in cases including Nick Arie for selling whiskey in Comanche county and Campbell convicted of larceny.
Count Bon appeals a French court decision on custody, seeking to reopen the case to gain return of a child to his care. The appeal argues the custody arrangement remains unjust and requests a reevaluation in the interest of the child.
News items from Guthrie Hartsville and Brinto indicate plans for major school facilities. Guthrie adopts a Weatherford normal school hall plan costing about 100000. Hartsville notes bond funds released for an Oklahoma City project. Brintow Creek planning a new high school around 25000.
A federal bureau report outlines the history of the American Tobacco Company, its 8390 start, and the consolidation of about 250 concerns. It details stock maneuvers around the Consolidated Tobacco venture, profits, fiduciary duties, and efforts by managers to dominate the tobacco industry.
A famed expert identified as Associated Prev Adantt from Atlanta died in Savannah at noon today. The obituary notes his prominence as a specialist in his field and his long association with major projects in New York.
Governor Gillett signed an anti race track gambling bill today. The measure will close ble tracks at Kinnerryville and Arcada, effective immediately, according to official statements released from Sacramento.
The Cuban house proposes prohibiting foreigners from owning land, threatening nearly two billion dollars in holdings by Americans, English, Spaniards, Germans, and French. Washington officials fear foreign backlash and diplomatic objections across nations with citizens in Cuba, while supporters argue the measure would secure future prosperity.
The fleet of battleships returns to Hampton Roads after a 45 000 mile voyage. The Mayflower and USS Meet lead the homecoming with Admiral Speery and President Roosevelt aboard to greet the crew as ships dock in Virginia.
Professor Charles N Gould of the Oklahoma geological survey says many creek names in southwestern Oklahoma were omitted from the government survey map. The Oklahoma Geographical Survey has collected data and will publish corrected maps once reviewed by the board for distribution with government maps updated to date.
Topeka reports the Kansas Senate approves a sweeping prohibition measure restricting sale and distribution of intoxicants. The bill aims for absolute prohibition, prohibiting sale for any fee.
The House committee on appropriations reported a Sunday civil service bill with an appropriation of 137,022,700 dollars. It adds constraints on treasury street service operatives and expands funding for canal projects, drawing Roosevelt’s criticism.
Five masked robbers entered the farmhouse near Stigher and forced a farmer to surrender about two thousand dollars from his savings. The incident occurred early today and involved suspects described as five men. Police are investigating the Burden County case.
A crowd of about 300 gathered in Enid for an entertainment event for state legislators. The program included a musical variety and a formal banquet following voltage and city showcase activities.
Our special sale offers a 1 piece bedroom set including dresser headboard and washstand for 7.6 at Rolland while prompt stock lasts.
The Cherokee Investment Company offers to advise on real estate values and assist buyers in securing property at the lowest possible price. They invite inquiries for homes farms or oil holdings and pledge to share their experience.
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