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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1909
Page
8
In a Tennessee political clash, Colonel Cooper and allies were implicated as tensions rose after editorial attacks and threats surrounding the Carmack murder. The piece recounts Democratic infighting, editorial stances, and a confrontation where Carmack was shot after allegedly exchanging words with Cooper outside a Nashville building.
A disputed provision in a recent insurance bill draws challenge over section 44 restricting foreign insurers. The measure, approved by the governor, aims to curb activities by life and other companies while preserving domestic restrictions, but critics argue it conflicts with constitutional limits on foreign entities operating in the state.
In Muskogee Oklahoma on March 24 federal court opened arguments in land title cases involving the Cherokee Creek Choctaw Chickasaw and Seminole nations. The United States seeks to quiet title to about one million acres valued at ten dollars per acre in suits across the Five Civilized Tribes with about 400 attendees. Attorneys for the tribes argued the government has no right to intervene and that tribal members retain citizenship and rights under treaties.
Vinita Camp No 7051 M W A meets on the first and third Tuesday nights with visiting members welcome. Third floor location above First National Bank continues to host gatherings and events.
In Cleveland Ohio police arrested a man and a woman who held Willie Whitla, recovering $9790 in bundles tied with slips. The woman claimed responsibility, saying she planned the kidnapping while the man fled but was captured near the central police station. Both suspects, intoxicated, denied knowing each other and face abduction charges. Authorities located the boy's confinement house on Prospect Avenue near Plymouth Congregational Church after a tip from Billy.
A male prisoner in Sharon named James Boyle of Sharon Pa. confesses to kidnapping while stating the arrested woman is his wife. Mrs. Harry Forker recognizes the woman, fueling expectations that the case will implicate a prominent local figure and prompt further revelations as Willie Whitha and FH Buhl travel to Cleveland for the suspects.
Very man and woman may call and register at my place of business between now and three o'clock April, to receive free of charge a chance on 1 New Improved High Grade Goodrich Sewing Machine. Somebody will get the machine free. FM Lewis.
W B Depue praised Vinita on returning from Washington D C noting a general business stagnation but optimism for rapid recovery after the agitation ends. He counted 28 wagons in Vinita on his return, contrasting with fewer than two in nearby towns, calling Vinita a real live town despite broader Oklahoma unrest.
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