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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1911

Page

8

Armed Guard May Accompany Madero

Juarez May 24 Associated Press reports that insurrecto leaders weigh armed protection for General Francisco I Madero during his trip to Mexico City. Concerns center on possible train blockage en route and doubts about insurgents near the capital being informed of peace talks. General Figueroa, operating near Cuernavaca, plans to keep the area secure until Madero reaches the capital.

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Wisconsin Crop Statistics From 1909 Values Rise Across Crops

Wisconsin leads in hay and forage value at over 40 million dollars, followed by oats and corn. The report shows 1909 hay acreage at 4,097,101 with 5,002,842 tons produced, oats at 2,164,146 harvested acres yielding 71,835,500 bushels, and a sharp drop in wheat acreage to 140,080 acres. Barley and potatoes show notable gains. tobacco and rye also rise, while durum wheat remains limited.

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Jury Deadlocked in C H Jenkins Case

From Wednesday's Daily the jury in the C H Jenkins assault with intent to kill case failed to agree after hours of deliberation and was dismissed by Judge Davis. Meanwhile, in the Jake Martin false pretense case the jury found him guilty and recommended a three year sentence. Martin faces further charges today as the second of five counts.

C. H. Jenkins Davis Jake Martin Martin

Grace Address Wards Off Fight on Guaranty Law

Oklahoma City, May 22. Clouds of opposition within the Oklahoma Bankers association over the state guaranty law dissolved as Governor Cruce and J McClelland spoke, noting fund conditions and law workings. Board plans a 1 percent assessment to shore the fund amid bank liquidations, with four state banks already closed or reorganized and assets of $500,000 in play.

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Commercial Congress to Kansas City

The Texas Mississippi Commercial Congress annual meeting moves to Kansas City in September after Oklahoma City fails to meet conditions. Executives from Missouri Kansas Colorado and Oklahoma attended the decision meeting. Governor Hadley and officials from several states participated in the change.

Associated Press Kansas City Texas-Mississippi Commercial Congress Oklahoma City Hadley Missouri Stubbs Kansas Shafroth Colorado Cruce Oklahoma

Banking Board Sues Bartlesville Bank in Oklahoma Suit

The state banking board filed yesterday in Bartlesville district court against Bartlesville National Bank seeking 9788.87. The suit follows the bank's recent purchase of Citizens Bank and Trust holdings and alleges Citizens failed to pay its final guaranty fund assessment.

Guthrie Okla State Banking Board Bartlesville Bartlesville National Bank Citizens Bank and Trust Company Banking Board Citizens

Murray expected to resign as comptroller of currency

Washington May 23 Lawrence Murray of New York comptroller of currency is expected to resign within days to accept the presidency of the First National Bank of Pittsburgh. He told Secretary MacVeagh to reconsider and may stay until the end of the present session. Taft may choose a successor from George B. Roberts or William B. Ridgley.

Washington, D. C Lawrence Murray New York First National Bank of Pittsburg MacVeagh Treasury Taft Roosevelt George B. Roberts Mint MacVeigh Williamb. Ridgley

Lumber Firms Begin Defense In Missouri Trust Case

Associated Press reports in St Louis that lumber firms charged with forming a restraint of trade began their defense in the state’s ouster suit. George K. Smith of Yellow Pine Manufacturers Association, nicknamed czar for autocratic price fixing, faced cross examination.

Associated Press St Louis Mon Missouri George K. Smith Yellow Pine Manufacturies Association

Printer Testimony Links Nye Bribe Offer in Adams County Bill

State Printer Crawford testified Nye offered to contribute 500 dollars to push through a bill creating new judicial districts in Adams county. The testimony marked the first direct claim that Nye solicited a bribe in the legislative corruption case.

Associated Press Columbus George B. Nye Crawford Nye Adams County

Statehood Bill Passed Withholding Approval

Washington May 24 The Joint resolution admitting Arizona and New Mexico to immediate statehood but withholding approval of the constitutions until voters decide amendments passed the House by a wide margin. No roll call. Arizona must vote on removing the recall of judges while New Mexico must vote on amending its constitution to be more easily amended in the future. Final approval depends on the state referenda. Republicans pressed to drop the recall provision, Democrats led with the committee plan.

Washington Arizona New Mexico House of Congress Committee On Territories

Cunard Liner Ivernia Crippled After Daunt Rock Collision

The Cunard liner Ivernia, sailing from Boston to Liverpool, struck Daunt Rock in fog at noon and is badly crippled. It anchors near the Kinloch channel in the inner harbor. no injuries reported aboard.

Associated Press Queenstown Cunard Ivernia Boston Liverpool Daunt Rock Kinloch

Sending National Guards to San Antonio Praised Move

Edward Marshall notes in June Column that taking militia officers to San Antonio camps improved knowledge of camp sanitation, food, water, and feet care. He argues the visit strengthens citizen soldiery and should aid future volunteer call ups, citing Spanish War lessons and regular army mentorship.

San Antonio Texas Edward Marshall Columan

Railroad Agent Shots In Kelso Station Tragedy

James Preston a young Katy railroad employee from Burlington Kansas, shot himself in the forehead at Kelso station. He was taken to Sedalia Missouri for treatment after doctors said the bullet likely lodged in the brain. Preston admitted he tried to take his own life due to weariness with living and had a prior work history as an operator in Etnton.

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Oklahoma packing and anti trust measures in U S Senate

Washington notes report activists from the Oklahoma delegation pressing for fair freight and farming support while challenging trucking and packing industry rates. There is talk of amendments to the Supreme Oil decision and efforts to curb unlawful restraints of trade. Masonic Orphan Home appeals to delay land conveyance and Lorimer case prospects loom with legislative maneuvers in Illinois inquiries.

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Portugese Front Entrances Guarded Amid Spain Revolt Fears

Paris dispatch reports from Badajoz that Portuguese authorities are guarding the frontier exits as Spain contemplates upheaval. The Temps correspondent notes precautionary measures amid rising tension and potential revolution in the region.

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Bankers Meet May Move to Kansas City as Congress Costs Decline

Oklahoma City May 24 directors of the Chamber declined to raise 8000 to fund the next trip for the trans Mississippi congress. The executive committee may move the meeting to Kansas City as Bankers Meet. MacVeagh arrived to mobilize Missouri and Kansas bankers for the event. Over a thousand will attend.

Oklahoma City Thaf Chambermorce Tramsippi Congress Tran Kanes City Bankers Kansas Kansas City

Oklahoma State Fair Premium List Available for Public Distribution

The annual premium list for the Oklahoma State Fair runs from September 26 to October 4. The document invites county and community representatives to participate in state advertising efforts. Details resemble a notice for copies and preparation by the secretary and staff.

Oklahoma Oklahom

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