Mt Marks Printing Company Publishers
The Weekly Chieftain notes the Mt Marks Printing Company publishers are producing the weekly edition.
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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1910
Page
4
The Weekly Chieftain notes the Mt Marks Printing Company publishers are producing the weekly edition.
A long list of Democratic and Republican candidates in Craig County Oklahoma announce their candidacies for various offices. Names include Theo D Frear County Attorney J Swarts Sheriff Ned Hobking E Williamson Clerk of the District Court B P Nix and others. Primary date August 1910 is noted for many filings.
The fragment hints at debate over shifting the state capital from Guthrie to Oklahoma City and notes the New State Tribune moving there. It mentions railroad leaders in Oklahoma, local political strains, and questions about the Abernathy brothers’ plans and broader public sentiment, all within an unsettled, reformist context.
The text notes that Congress enacted legislation enabling the people of Oklahoma and the Indian Territory to form a constitution and state government and be admitted on equal footing with the original states, approved June 16, 1907, in the reign of King Edward VII.
The Piedmont News critiques Oklahoma City's effort to relocate the state capital, arguing the plan violates the constitution and will harm the city and state. It accuses boosters of exploiting land speculation and misleading the public, warning of consequences for Oklahoma City's reputation.
A formal critique praising Oklahoma's constitution and statehood, urging unity to protect constitutional rights. The speaker recalls aiding the 1907 conventions and Weaver’s trade open to settlers, warns against forces seeking to undermine the charter, and calls for amendments only through proper processes.
In the June issue of Call of the Southwest Everybody's Magazine surveys a southwest immigration movement. It notes migration from the east, middle west and north toward the southwest and highlights a trend of people leaving cities to return to rural life. The piece reflects long-argued emphasis on rural resettlement and the appeal of the land.
The author envisions a mass migration to the open western plains as a rebirth of pioneer spirit. He notes rising urban woes, rising costs, and a growing exodus from cities. The land offers opportunity, with towns like Vinita praised for people and governance.
Tulsa Oklahoma June 9 Delegates to the firemen convention will elect a new president of the association and decide the site for the next meeting. A morning business session will consider a successor to R B Alder and distribution of two silver cups for prize drills starting at 2 30 pm.
Representative O'Neil Brown, Democratic leader, faced bribery accusations amid the Lorimer Senate election. A state habeas corpus plea was denied as Judge Acaniin ruled the federal judiciary must handle the case.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a ghostly reference tied to Henpesey and Nesey Dupess, with roles of a farmer and lumber context. The legible bits place names Ola Juni and T Dusran in a rural setting, but concrete events or dates are unclear.
In a tense neighborhood confrontation, masked men demanded Duncan and others come out. When refused, gunfire shattered the home. A girl was killed as the assailants rode off. An officer investigated the scene four miles east of the Columbia town.
Report notes a murder at the Hard farm near Van Cleve as well as a steamer sinking in Lake Erie. The A L Hopkins was seen sinking three miles east of Calchesta Nights and towed to the Detroit river by the Syracuse, with word of extensive damage.
Indications from late returns show George W. Egan the independent Republican candidate likely won the nomination for governor over Gov Veaney the Progressive candidate with renomination already secured. Early estimates put Egan ahead by a plurality of about 3 000 to 5 000 votes, with 8. H. Elrod noted as a strong stand out candidate.
In the United States district court today the alleged bucketshop men must go to Washington for trial. They had resisted removal from this jurisdiction.
Notice to contractors that Vinita Oklahoma City Council will receive sealed bids for city work. Bids opened publicly June 1 1810 at 8 pm. Bid deposits and terms to be set. City Clerk to receive bids by June 2 1810 at 5 pm. Guardian notices and real estate sale follow in Cherokee Craig counties with private sale June 15 1916 under T J Adair guardian.
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