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Newspaper

The Weekly Chieftain

Location

Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1911

Page

6

La Follette Flags Presidential Hope At Pennsylvania Picnic

Senator Robert M. La Follette urged a progressive program at a Williams Grove Pennsylvania picnic. He spoke of the United States presidency as a goal and defended reforms like initiative and recall while praising Wisconsin as a model of citizen rule. He warned that future presidents may be disliked by those who oppose reform.

Williams Grove Robert M. LaFollette Whedonsin United States Taft Massachusetts Lard- Jettewald Fam Republic Republican National Progressive League la Follette Judees LaFollette Wisconsin Middle West Pennsylvania New York Macsiehueetts Miswinnippi Valley

Season Of Frequent Deaths By Drowning

Drowning season spans weeks with recurring reports of deaths from water incidents. Experts urge prompt resuscitation, noting that lengthy submersion does not guarantee death and early emergency care can save lives. Also reports Oklahoma cotton yields and crop conditions per state board figures.

August bulletin shows decline in Oklahoma crops

Oklahoma City September 1 The state board of agriculture issued the August 25 crop conditions showing a marked drop from July. Cotton, the main crop, suffered from drought and heat in the last three weeks, though rainfall may help the top crop. Overall condition dropped 23.3 percent from July 25.

Oklahoma Oklahom City State Board

Western States to Hold Grain Dealers Convention in Omaha

About 1,000 delegates from across the United States will attend the Grain Dealers National Association convention in Omaha October 9 to 11. The gathering marks the first time the event travels to the Missouri River region, with speakers expected from western states and significant focus on irrigation, dry farming, and land development transforming the Western grain belt.

Toledo Omaha Iowa Nebraska Dakotas Kansas Wyoming Missouri River Grain Dealers National Association Minnesota Morida Atlantic Minneapolia Chicago Milwaukee Buffalo Cincionati Peoria St. Louis Dutie Missouri Cedson Omahy Patotas Nepriska Wyomiie Oklahone West Nore Rockies

Wanted to Be Locked Up. Daily Friday report of odd police court scene

An Irish man allegedly intoxicated sought confinement, pursuing Officer Lee Webb who was struck during the incident. Judge Williams sentenced him to five days in jail after the court hearing on the drunken behavior.

Okoee Fair Next Week Promises Big Event

The annual Okoee fair begins next Tuesday and runs four days with a bigger premium list. Officers include Clem Tuhelsenkamp and Claude NuRel as superintendents for classes A through D, Billy Friend for PF and G, Ward and Elise H, and Mr. Zack Pumpkey for J. Premiums cover livestock, poultry, produce, fruit, needlework, and special premiums. Entrants must file by the second day. stock admission is small and prizes require at least two exhibits per class.

Okoee Clem Tuhelsenkamp Claude Nu- Rel Billy Friend Bi. Ward Elise H Zack Pumpkey Clase J Hilly Friend E.eceestee Zack Pumphrey Nat Jekerson Okave Mda

Resolutions of Respect for Mrs Bessie Cig

Members of the church express sorrow at the death of Mrs Bessie Cig, beloved president of the W E M of the church. The resolution extends sympathy to her husband Dr Craig and honors her work, signed by Mrs W C Drake, Mrs J R Scott, Mrs HM Williams, and a committee.

Bessie Cig W. C. Drake J. R. Scott Williams

Abolish Office of Claim Agent at Frisco to speed freight claims

Springfield Missouri September 1 1900 Freight claims process reorganized to be handled by the operating department under BE L Levy assistant general manager. J H Dogerell appointed superintendent at Springfield with C E Whitelam as chief clerk and J D Nettleship overseeing overcharge claims from St Louis. Public to file claims with superintendent or local agents. plan aims to save time and speed settlements, including immediate payouts for visible damages from 10 to 50 dollars with local settlement by agents.

Springfield Lo Onder Frisco BE. L. Levy J. H. Dogerell Tur Mr. Dogerell C. E. Whitelam J. D. Nettleship St. Louis Nettleship R. 5 Hoxle Hoxie

Notes of the Goff on Copper Supply and Use

The United States yields about 60 percent of world copper and records rising demand as electricity and trolley systems expand. Copper mines return substantial dividends, while gold output lags far behind copper in value.

United States

Armed men surround Negro hiding place in Oklahoma

Dirant Oklahoma September 1. Armed men surrounded woods east of Platter and will stay on guard there, fearing the unknown Negro who allegedly attacked Mrs. Borrell is hidden with another Texas murderer. Guards posted at Red River bridges to contain escape toward Texas. Police say most trouble stemmed from Texas Negroes. public mood aims for calm when schools open.

Dirant Okla Platter Borrell Texas Red River Bryan County Nere Hamilton

Dentist Rates Reasonable Examination Free

Dental office advertises reasonable rates with free examination and painless extractions. All operations claimed to be painless and guaranteed. Office listed as Room 9 in the Scott Building.

Scott Building

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