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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1910

Page

4

Pretty Soon Land of Pretty Soon in Vinita

The Vinita area faces a march election and council praise for Starr's city service. Growth appears steady with new dwellings under construction and South Wilson Street stores nearing occupancy. Weather suggests favorable planting progress this March, signaling a potentially strong Oklahoma crop year.

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Political musings and local notes echo Oklahoma scene

A collage of editorials and brief items discusses Frank M. Lewis eyeing the fourth ward council seat, the Australian ballot's spread, capital flows to Oklahoma, road improvements near Vinita, and political chatter about Beveridge, Roosevelt, and county politics. Worries about governance, taxes, and farm prospects surface amid local incidents and public notices.

Cannon and the people in political battles

William Allen White argues in the Emporia Gazette that Cannon’s fall shows the people’s power over money and a political machine. He warns that supporters will claim a shift away from Cannon, but voters should not return to congressmen who backed him.

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Unclear text on political party split and aims

Fragmentary remarks describe Republican dynamics, with aims to reshape the party and oppose the “tepsbiicam” faction. The garbled text mentions consequences for Congress and retaliation against opponents, with scattered references to Oklahoma.

Expunging a Disgrace in the State Law Debate

The lower house approves expunging parts of the prohibition statute and charge the enacted law as a corrupting influence on officials. Twenty seven Democrats join Republicans to back the move while critics blame graft and taxpayer costs in enforcing the law. The Senate is urged to concur despite administration efforts to block abolishment of the system.

Senate House

Meat Strike Paradox Shows Meat Not Essential Diet Advocate Says

Benner Macfadden argues in Physical Culture March that meat is not essential for health. He claims dairy products can replace meat and that animal foods may hinder vitality under many conditions. He asserts disease can rise from an animal-based diet and urges careful dietary study for workers and healthy individuals alike.

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Oklahoma Ends Dispensary Law Amid Republican Reforms

Oklahoma City Times editorial salutes repeal of the dispensary system. The piece alleges state officers profited from confiscated liquor, immune bootleggers benefited, and grand jury investigations would reveal details. It asserts public support for ending saloon and wholesale liquor control under Democrat rule.

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Kansas City Stock Yards Cattle and Hog Market Summary

The Kansas City market reports a substantial weekly uplift in cattle with prices up 20 to 25 cents. For the week, 34,300 head supplied. demand remains strong and prices steady to higher on killing grades. Hogs rise sharply early week then hold gains. Monday run 9,000 head with top around 9.60. Sheep and lambs show gains. lambs near 9.00 to 9.15 with various regions contributing. Leading buyers and quarantined cattle from Colorado and Arkansas Valley noted. prices for native steers top near 7.40 with potential to 7.75 for prime.

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Doctor Fretch Found Guilty in Manslaughter Case

Detroit on March 2 Dr. George A. Fretch was found guilty of manslaughter in the death last summer of Mix Belle Min man whose dismembered body was found in a creek.

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Greatest Oklahoma Governor Haskell Remembered as Fearless Leader

A retrospective portrait lauds Governor Charles N. Haskell as the pioneering chief executive who steered Oklahoma through chaotic early statehood. It praises his swift actions, constitutional respect, and bold measures against corruption and predatory wealth, noting his enduring resilience amid attacks by enemies and admiration from friends.

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Haskell Gets Action on Oklahoma Liquor Cases

Wallington March 1 The Supreme Court of the United States took favorable action Monday on Governor Hush's application for Oklahoma to prevent federal court judges from enforcing certain liquor rulings until their courts decide. The action raises questions of interstate commerce and prompts judges to answer by April 4.

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