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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1910

Page

3

Borah Champions West in Conservation Plan

Senator Borah urged a practical conservation policy in a Senate address, arguing western resources should serve western states and citizens. He criticized revenue leasing as unfair and pressed for use that benefits all while avoiding waste, urging restraint on power sites and timber reserves.

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Republicans of Craig County Organize For Local Race

The Republicans of Craig County met at the courthouse to form a permanent organization. Frank Franklin was named chairman and C. Depue secretary. Committees were named for credentials, permanent organization, and resolutions, with a county GOP club formed led by T. A. Chandler as president. Endorsements included B. M. Probasco for county judge and S. Leforce for sheriff. Delegates to Guthrie shire convention elected from Vinita and surrounding areas.

Tuesway T. T. Wimner Crile Mayex H. Wilson B. M. Probasco Sam Leforce J. Hunt Treasurur Guthrie Leman V. Parker Vinita Rogera W. A. Day Big Calin A. W. Hicks Bluejacket F. D. Peleur Welch W. H. Kinus Centralia T. A. Chandler Q. L. Conner Republican Club of Andy Hampton White Oak W. Bond Lee Todd Alblay Chis Newaan T. J. Jennings Nat Dickinson Okope F. D. Marah

Eighth Grade Diplomas Ready for Pupil Recipients

The eighth grade pupils who did not complete April examinations may claim diplomas at the high school building on Saturday June 18 at 2 p.m. Eligible names include Max Campbell Veda Piske Lille Hume Laura Hancock Winnie Lewis Birdie Giddings Grace Downing Irene Nickole Mabel Nank Stella Phillips H W C Shelton Jr Harry Wammack Willis Some Tony Wright Carl Pruett.

Max Campbell Veda Piske Lille Hume Laura Hancock Winnie Lewis Birdie =iddings Grace Downing Irene Nickole Mabel Nank Stella Phillips H.W. C. Shelton, Jr Harry Wammack Willis Some Tony Wright Carl Pruett

Heavy Rainfall Destroys Bridge Floods Ft Smith Area

A severe storm drenched Ft. Smith Arkansas with over an inch of rain, the heaviest in 25 years, drowning farmer David Meadows near Flat Rock Creek and washing away a footbridge. A nearby bridge collapsed on a Frisco line near Van Buren, nine cars buried. trains delayed or detoured. Towns cut off and stores flooded.

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Elbert Hubbard on Advertising Principles

Elbert Hubbard argues that advertising educates the public about a person or business and what they offer. He praises advertisers who deliver real value and warns against those with nothing to offer. He urges every business owner and staff to read The Phillistine for guidance.

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Joker On the Public in Railroad Injunctions

Washington asserts that federal action against railroads was narrow and misrepresented. The injunction targets only how schedules were created, not rate reasonableness, and most increases remain in effect. The piece argues railroads are waging a war on the public, with political influence cited as shaping policy.

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Otterbeins Delight Chautauqua Audience With Songs

The Otterbeins won favor tonight at St. Petersburg Chautauqua performing Po' LiFe Lamb and Joann Lover of My Soul. They received warm applause for mimicry and humming accompaniment, highlighted by the quartet Suneet by Von De Water, ending an evening of notable pleasure and triumph.

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Final agreement expected next week on railroad bill

Washington June 11 Conferees aided by Attorney General Wickersham met Friday and news said a final agreement could be reached by Monday or soon after. The plan retains Senate amendments on reasonableness of rate increases and the load of proof on railroads, with Paynter changes likely dropped.

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De Kovens Standout At Vinita Star Lecture Course

The Star Lecture Course opened in Vinita on Friday with The De Kovons delivering a lively entertainment in the Academy of Music. The opening selections included Bridal Chorus and Carry Me Back to Old Virginny with enthusiastic encores in part three. The quartet blend and humorous numbers marked the performance as distinctively engaging for the audience.

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James S. Davenport Mtslaw Okla Attorney-At-Law Empire Block Winita William T. Rye Pao Scott Bidg Pk. C. S. Neer Foreman Oklahoma Stubblefield Scott Building F. L. Marney Vina Res Phione Louis Bagby Hassell W. B. Depue Court House A. W. Herron Dice Barrett Building Southison Street Bue-Omnca Adair St G. O. Burch Winner Bldg. Res 0. C. Heidtman Winer Vinita, Oklahoma Old Crown and Bridge Work Lewis Rogers Undertaker Hoth M’clure-Herbst CO Robt. C. Houck South Wilson St Borah Champions Indorse Wil Probasco Harriman Republican Campaign Fund St. Petersburg Fla Chautauqua Keeley Institute 13Th Street Oklahoma City Great Southwest Keeley Leslie E. Keeley The West 13Th Street
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