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The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1911

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How Arbitrators Should Be Chosen Plan for international court of arbitral justice debated

Thomas Raeburn White of Philadelphia outlined at the Lake Mohonk conference on international arbitration a plan for naming judges. He argued the court must be a judicial body, neutral to nations, and that judges should be appointed from nominees by nations with confirmation by the Hague conference or a dedicated committee. He emphasized judges must rise above local prejudice to act as world jurists.

Associated Press Mohonit Lake Thomas Raeburn White Registration Commissioners of Philadelphia International Court of Arbitral Justice Idte Upson

La Follette Eyes New Lorimer Evidence In Senate

Senator La Follette, armed with new evidence from a special Illinois committee, pressed the case that Lorimer should not retain his Senate seat. The Senate debated until three, then moved to quick consideration under the five minute rule. A third Democratic resolution, by Senator Martin, sought an inquiry into Illinois jackpot funds and Lorimer links.

Washington, D. C la Follette Senate Lorimer Martin Mlinois

Mob Kills Woman and Son in Okemah Oklahoma

In Okemah Oklahoma on May 25 a mob fatally harmed Laura Nelson, a Black woman, and her sixteen year old son after striking a deputy sheriff during a forced search of their shanty. Authorities report the incident as a mob violence case with deadly outcome.

Associated Press Okemah Okla Laura Nelson

Treasurer Dunlap Report Shows State Indebtedness

Oklahoma City May 24 A report on the financial condition of the state by State Treasurer Robert Dunlap to the state officers shows total indebtedness including warrants and bonds. The treasury total is 145,600.08 with figures for warrants registered uncalled and warrants paid not presented and public building warrants outstanding.

Oklahoma City Robert Dunlap Hammhs Tol Guzhin Io Tunis General Revenue Warranla

Demands Vote On Direct Election Of U S Senators

Senator Borah of Idaho said he would press the direct election resolution after tomorrow. Opposition fears a constitutional convention and national control of states if the amendment passes. Senator Heyburn warned the change could force federal oversight if states fail to act.

Washington, D. C Senator Borah Idaho Borah Senate Stone Missouri Finance, Census and Privilege and Elections Committee Heyburn United States

Walsh Shows No Disappointment Amid Pardon Denial

Leavenworth Kansas May 25 John R Walsh imprisoned Chicago banker received a telegram from his Chicago son noting the presidents denial of a pardon He showed no disappointment reading the telegram and placing it in his socket Fined For Seining Oklahoma City May 24 state game and fish warden office reports prosecutions for illegal seining in Washita River suspects Johnson and Crowder pleaded guilty at Megas seining and killing a deer out of season with fines and costs each

Associated Press Leavenworth, Kans John R. Walsh Chicago Semina Oklahoma City O. Johnson W. 8 Crowder Mega Washita

Riots Rage in Mexico City as Diaz May Quit

Mexico City reports deadly rioting after Diaz resignation rumors. Seven killed and thirty six injured as mobs carried Madero portraits and threatened the palace. Foreign Minister De La Bara announced Diaz and Corral would resign this afternoon.

Associated Press Mexico City Dine Madero Trrea de la Bara Diaz Corral

Delay in recognizing mine fires leads to greater losses

Herbert M. Wilson chief engineer of the Bureau cites an exhaustive study by federal mine engineers showing delays in realizing fire severity cause greater loss of life and property. He cites Pan Scoop mine, Carbondale and Summit Hill fires, urging rapid action, water storage, water pipes, fireproof timber and rapid drills to limit fires and protect openings.

York Federalarion of Mines Herbert M. Wilson Bureau National Fire Protection Association Wilton Pantoast Wilson Carbondale Summit Hill Ti ‘Teau

Hitchcock Allowed Lawshe Years Vacation

Washington May 25 The house committee probing the post office department heard William N. Mooney describe salary payments for former Third Assistant Postmaster General A J Lawshe during a year away from the service. Lawshe drew five thousand dollars yearly from October 1909 to October 1910 while in New Mexico to recuperate. Postmaster General Hitchcock co signed the payroll and handled much of Lawshe’s duties during the absence.

Washington, D. C House Committee Post Office Department William N. Mooney A. J. Lawshe Mooney Lawshe New Mexico Hitchcock Mr. Hitchcock

Spanish War Veterans Close Annual Reunion

The Oklahoma encampment of Spanish War Veterans closed its annual session after electing officers and approving officers reports. Delegates to the national convention were chosen. An automobile drive followed, then a visit to the Vinita Insane asylum grounds, with veterans pleased by the treatment there.

Oklahoma Vinita Insane Asylum

No Vaudeville At Grand Friday Night Postponed

From Thursday's Daily the Grand theatre will postpone the regular vaudeville show Friday night due to city school commencement exams. The late week program remains promised for tonight or Saturday with two matinees Saturday afternoon. Tonight's attraction is a notable change and worth the small admission for those who attend.

Grand Theatre

Melancholy days loom as finals near at state university

Students face the approach of final examinations with anxiety as social events halt and study intensifies. Campus life shifts to exams with quizzes under shade trees and authorities packing the last weeks with readings, recitals, plays, and talks to aid students.

State University Norman Clak

Severe criticism for Roosevelt at Mohonk Conference

Dy Associated Press Mohonk Lake May 25 severe criticism of Roosevelt s recent public utterances regarding arbitration before the seventh annual Lake Mohonk Conference on International Arbitration. John W Foster former secretary of state spoke and said Roosevelt has done more than any other trying man to advance the calls despite opposition to arbitration in general.

Roosevelt

Ferris Defends Provisions of Oklahoma Constitution

Washington May 23 The Oklahoma constitution is praised by Scott Ferris as a model for New Mexico and Arizona statehood hearings in Congress He defends initiative and referendum arguing four years of use show the provisions are not abused and the constitution stands as a prudent framework for new states

Washington, D. C House of Representativ Olelahonia Scott Ferris Olahoma New Mexico Arizona Oklahoma Perris F Gald

Judgment Given Against Claremore Newspaper

In Rogers County Oklahoma a jury ruled for Ella Larner against editor A. L. Kates of the Progress for libel with damages set at $1,000 plus costs. The suit claimed an article about Mrs Larner ejecting a roomer and a dying baby harmed her reputation. The judge ruled the article libelous, prompting a possible appeal to the state supreme court.

Claremore Okio Ella Larner Ya. A Kates Rogers County Costa Progress State Supreme Court Oklahoma

Monopolized Industry Claims Spark Senate Hearings

Secretary of State charters multiple Oklahoma firms including 4 D Telephone and Chelsea Pharmacy while American Newspaper Publishers Association alleges International Paper controls U S mills. Justice Harlan files formal dissent in Standard Oil case warning of potential national economic disruption.

Oklahoma City Ben F. Harrison D Telephone Company of Perry Capital August Kehree Joe Janousek George Lumber Peter Gordon Chelsea Pharmacy Chelsea Charles W. Caldwell B. F. Cullen Charien Kaff Sanitary Street Sweeper Company of Lee FP Wilson James O. Vickies Albert P. Cash Okla City Worley-Priss Oklahoma Directory Company of J. L, Worley Dallas M. B, Fries C. H. Stanton Colon Oil Company of Tulsa Ray M, Collins D. J, Collins H. S, Sherman Glasgow Drilling Company Bartles

Probasco Made Special Judge in Johnson Case at Trial

From Thursday's Daily one of the term's key cases is Arvid Johnson v state. Probasco sits as special judge after attorney conflict. County Attorney Caldwell leads for the state while Thompson and Shaw defend Johnson. Earlier Johnson was linked to the Pursuers Record swindle of about 30 000. Ty was arraigned in Judge Brown's court during the governor's signing of the new judiciary act. Harry Stropes was acquitted on mortgaged property charges while Jake Martin was found guilty of second degree forgery. sentence not yet announced.

Arvid Johnson Attorneye Force Lemies Johnson Wey Hie Davin Bevel Probasco Caldwell Will Avene Will W. Thompson We W Shaw Clarashore Johnson Brown Tme Crave Ounce Harry Stropes Jake Martin

Bank Robbery Traps President Cain in Vault

Two masked men robbed the Bank of Albany in Ohio on May 24. They forced President P L Cain to open the vault at gunpoint, took two thousand dollars, and locked Cain inside the vault, leaving him nearly suffocated. The culprits cut telephone and telegraph lines, gaining hours on a pursuing posse.

Associated Press Albany Ohlo Bank of Albany P. L. Cain Cain

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