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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1910
Page
4
The Weekly Chieftain from Vinita discusses political tensions in Oklahoma, noting Republican and Democratic stances on state governance, taxation, and reform. It references Taft and Roosevelt era debates, calls for road building, and local rounds of campaigning in Craig and Garfield counties with mentions of Judge Dunn, Governor Haskell, and Pinchot.
Guthrie Leader reports Governor Hastell has summoned a special session starting January 20 to address state affairs. The piece argues for laws on county duties and a salary bill for county officials, noting criticism of cost but asserting the session will fund itself and benefit the state through prudent policy beyond partisanship.
Summary of a Virginia tribute to Robert E Lee from an address by Dr B A Alderman at a Taft banquet in Petersburg May 18 1900. The text contrasts Lee and Washington and discusses Tafts patronage policy with insurgent Republicans, predicting a strenuous campaign and party tensions over patronage and tariff reform.
The passage lauds a figure of virtue at a moment of defeat, praising his dignity and unifying presence. It links his steadfast labor in Lexington to a future we should live in generously, calling for a reverent, heartfelt memory that echoes the proud history and hopeful reconstruction of the Olé Dominion. The tone blends reverence with a call to unity and peaceful progress.
Oklahoma readers praise Judge Jesse J. Dunn for his elevation to chief justice of the state Supreme Court. A dedicated Democrat, Dunn prefers service over politics and rejects gubernatorial or U.S. Senate ambitions, seen by peers as a model citizen and principled leader worthy of broader duty.
Discussion notes that state leaders face a clash with national figures as Sample Gompere and Senator La Follette plan to campaign in Oklahoma. The Tulsa World predicts major national figures will be heard before election day, challenging state focus. Kansas City stock markets report cattle, hogs, and sheep prices with mixed trends and notes on supply, demand, and rail limitations.
Vinita Oklahoma January 18 Daily Chief speaks to colored voters about education and school funding. He urges unity with the Democratic party for schoolhouses and progress, warning that Republicans fail to deliver and that colored voters must think independently and split their ticket for better results.
The Parsons Business College claims to supply more stenographers and bookkeepers than any two schools in the Southwest. In the past year 35 earth were received and 533 positions filled, with admission promising a good position after entry. Mid winter term noting expenses is patte faction guaranteed with outers sent upon request.
Guthrie Okla Jan 18 J B Quigley the reform wholesale seller of regal liquors offers 100 reward for proof that he ships back into Oklahoma any liquor confiscated by the state from bootleggers and sold to Quigley at Kansas City under the Missouri Commission name He hints at shipping back the very liquors but says he does not ship any such material He has served as Oklahoma manager for Heim brewery products and has figures in grand jury probes while his staff was caught by state enforcement agents in Oklahoma City
Norman Oklahoma January 19 students prepare for final exams starting January 24 Enrollment for the second semester is expected to rise as the new engineering building nears completion and the law school attracts students from across the state The term begins January 31 and runs for two days regular classes resume February 2 at eight oclock The period is favorable for those who taught short terms or were kept from attending prior terms
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