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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
7
Judge W A Ledbetter provides a summary of the U S Supreme Court ruling on the Choate case. He notes no fault with Oklahoma law, that Congress misapplied tax rules, and that Indian treaty rights exempted lands remain protected while the treaty stands.
Mary A Haskew daughter of W M and A E Houston born July 3 1889 near Clyde Washington county Oklahoma departed this life May 15 1912 age 22 years a months and days She joined the Presbyterian Church at age ten later united with the Methodist Church after moving to Oklahoma She was married on ? 1911 and died after a brief illness The obituary notes her death and faith.
The National Conference of Charities and Correction will be held in Cleveland from June 12 to 19, with sub programs from twelve national bodies. Included are the National Association of Public Relief Officials, the NAACP, the Federated Boys' Clubs, and the American Red Cross, among others, drawing thousands of delegates.
Oklahoma City May 24 A number of suits are being prepared for owners of land in the former Indian Territory to recover taxes legally collected by the state. Attorney W A Ledbetter said the principal case is George W Choate et al versus M E Trapp secretary of state board of equalization and county officers. It involved about 8000 allottees who claim their lands were not subject to taxation and sought to enjoin the assessment and collection of taxes. The decision holds that county officers erred in applying state tax laws and that Indians retain private property rights and all constitutional guarantees.
Adler leading Guthrie petition drive to move the capital back from Oklahoma City. J M Brooks coordinates, citing state rent costs of about 80,000 dollars yearly and Guthrie’s prepared property including a state site valued at 500,000 dollars and a 150,000 dollar new office building plan. They accuse Oklahoma City of breaking promises after the 1910 campaign.
Robbers entered the Bank of Carney, Oklahoma, blew the safe and escaped with about $15000. W Callahan awaits return to Kiowa county on charges of arson in Mountain View July 4. A. M. Fowler named Seminole county election board secretary. Elmer Gardner named Harmon county election official. State election board nominees include Wilson, Pose, Brooks, Frey, Acton for the legislature.
Oklahoma City May 23 Governor Cruce becomes private trustee for the Capital Building Company in a bond and land sale to fund a new state capitol. The deal outlines a $1,000,000 obligation, deeds to 400 acres, and potential $100,000 penalties if plans falter. Cruce deposits $100,000 in three banks and seeks state warrants as part of the arrangement.
The Cincinnati Post quotes Bryan saying faith outpaces science when confronting death. He contrasts Darwinian despair with a Psalm comfort, arguing that in facing eternity, belief provides consolation and prevents souls from becoming mere brute matter.
Brank Little of Romona arrives for a brief visit with his wife Mise Bessie Little, sharing a with family moment during the stay.
In Carney Oklahoma on May 23 robbers blasted the Bank of Carney and fled with about $15,000 in daylight. Authorities pursued leads but details of capture remain sparse as the town reels from the bold daytime burglary.
Milford Berger defeated the Golden Rule in a close City League baseball game. Haynes starred for Milford Berger with a standout hitting line as the teams traded runs in a hard fought contest.
A beneficial rain last night boosted strawberry growers across Jasper and Newton counties and nearby areas, ending weeks of drought. The storm damaged some telegraph lines but boosted yield prospects, with Neosho and Carthage reporting large shipments and crews scrambling to harvest amid new packing sheds and local contracts.
Editors from across Oklahoma gather for the Oklahoma State Creek Association meeting in Muskogee with 300 plus newspaper workers in attendance. President Horace Shepard criticizes Governor Cruce, urges organizational strength and fair advertising rates, notes treasury improvement, and highlights upcoming events including an informal ball.
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