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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1911
Page
4
Friday May 12 report notes Vinita nearing educational upgrade with two new school houses and a push for local road improvements. It covers Oklahoma growth, prohibition debates, political talk, and upcoming public matters, including a road meeting and local elections.
A remark notes that liquor policy is a social issue rather than political, aligning with the Anti-Saloon League's pledge system. It highlights New Jersey lacking a royal option on the liquor question and stresses the significance of Dr. Wilson's outspoken endorsement in this context.
Census Director announces Oklahoma agriculture data from the thirteenth census. The preliminary summary, by Dr LeGrand Powers, compares 1910 with 1900 values for farm land and buildings, crops, labor and fertilizer outlays, and farm counts. It notes revisions may occur and details color, tenure, and acreage distributions.
First published in the Chieftain April 28 1911 notice states Martin J Wright is sued for divorce from Clara Wright in Diaterit Court Craig County Oklahoma. Respond by June 2 1911 or petition deemed true and judgment rendered. Also includes separate classifieds for Vinita residence lots and walnut logs wanted by Geo EB Davis.
Insurrectionists press attack on Juarez starting at 4 30 am with fighting raging under a hot sun. Madero approves a general assault as federals and rebels clash. American troops relocate spectators near the riverfront amid reports of many dead.
Governor Wilson outlines a forward looking reform program in Denver. He argues for open elections, public trust in big business, and safeguards for workers and resources, insisting on a constructive, less secretive political economy and a shift from privatized to public accountability. Fire in Peck Dry Goods Store causes five thousand dollars damage with no injuries.
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