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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1909

Page

3

Taxes Not Ruinously High as Was Predicted

A fragment from a political discussion argues against fears of ruinous state taxes under a new constitution. It outlines proposed revenue measures including a land tax, an income tax on higher incomes, and a production tax on oil, gas, coal, and other minerals. The piece links these plans to Democratic promises and questions tax burdens on poorer residents versus wealthier officials.

oFhia Okiehom Gollan Democratic Party Rory

Walker Released When Story Proves Untrue

A garbled wire service brief reports Walker, supposed superintendent, was released after a story was found untrue. The text contains many errors, but indicates a correction or retraction occurred on the same day, affecting readers’ understanding of events and names involved.

Walker

Minister Arraigned on Kidnapping Charge

A minister linked with his congregation in Willane faced arraignment on kidnapping charges after a raid by authorities in Mean, with co-defendants and a $3000 bond set for trial. The incident drew attention from local officials and supporters alike.

Harvey Chism Acquitted of Robbery Charge

Associated Press report from Trenton Missouri states eighteen year old Harvey Chism, the youngest of three Chism brothers, was acquitted by a jury of robbery linked to multiple Holkeard stores and the shooting of Marshall George Caraway of Jammoport last spring. Carl Chism died from wounds and Bor Chism was captured.

Trenton Oot

Chinese Minister Brewer Talks On To Loge Ho Head

Chinese minister Brewer discusses law enforcement as Washington reports on diplomatic moves after Crane’s return from Sin Prindiseo. The piece notes confusion over policies, mentions U S State Department concerns, and cites local Oklahoma City context and ongoing investigations into public affairs.

Brewer Loge HO Washington B.C Cemno Bis We Minnister China Crane Sin Prindiseo Polen

State nurses demand strict sanitary law at convention

Guthris Oklahoma Oct 2 Hearing Howe Ur prevent the spread of tuberculosis were recommended at the convention of the foundation of graduate women held here. Laws requiring compulsory vaccination or protection public health urged with physicians to report tuberculosis cases by time heard. Officers elected include Minn Rae Dessell as president and several vice presidents from Oklahoma Texas and Illinois.

Guthris Oklo Gradudie Noreen Minn Rae Dessell Oklahoma Oly Mins Mangerie Sorcha Treacher Mi Pengiane Tees Mitt Thenley Jalomi Oley Aaiund Whee Dents Mike Bilis Ankenes

Senator Yeager 16 Not A Candidate

Senator Yeager announces he will not seek the governor’s office next year. His sole aim is to push through the Okighon pipe project by appealing to the Standard Of Isomyjany, which led to plans to continue the system despite limited progress.

Tulak Okie Benator Pt Yeager Annette Moent Okighon Appei Don

Severe Tropical Storm Angel Rages in West Indies

Severe tropical storm Angel lashes the West Indies and southern Florida with strong winds causing heavy damage to ships and property. No injuries reported. Warnings issued from Mobile to Charleston and Havana reports indicate significant impact on coastal areas.

Angel West Indes Auoojated Press Washington, D. C West Indies Florida Mobile Als Charleston Havana

Lone Bandit Robs Northern Pacific Office

A lone bandit robbed the Northern Pacific Office at the station early in the morning. The thief seized gold goods and a number of papers from the Ermerzpreas shipping company office with reports of a large haul and vague notes about valuables. No further details on suspects or injuries are available.

Aeroolitid Premt Seattle Waal

Griminal Libel Suit Called Again Today

A criminal libel case was before Judge Anderson in the United States district court as proceedings continued. A public hearing decided whether the case would proceed to trial, focusing on the paving of the panel and related issues in the matter.

Tivley Anderson United States Indianaipotia Naws

Entertainment Course Secured For Winter

The Young People's Christian Association announces a professional talent slate for an entertainment season priced at 100 dollars per course. Four artists, including Marguerite Smith Concert Company and Village Singers, will perform. Season tickets will be offered at 150 dollars, aiming to fund broader audience appeal and future programs.

Heving Lea Demind Christian Binking & Poplin Marguerite Smith Durpo &O Nemmtelatt The Village Singers Filovand Vance Cooke Seymour Ride

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