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Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
Comznaica;iens.

Ed. CHIEFTAIN: In regard to the
notification" given ID the Old
Settlers from the Court of Claims
at Washington, l wish to say this
to the "Old Settlers. BY a rule Of
the Court, which was published
with the notification, information
is required to be given TO Claim
ants, one and all when their claims
are referred to tliat Court, that
they arc so seferrcd to, and are
pending. The'notifcation was, In
this instance. directed TO the Prin-
eipal Chief of the Old Settlers.
But since John JOlly's time the
Old Settlers have had no Principal
Chief. Still, had dozen persons
claimed to be principal Chief, not
one Of whom could have. .honorably
exercised option or choice in the
matter. As a representative Of his
people, he would have been bound
to transmit to them message that
had been transmitted to him for
them. As this matter stood, the
notification had come to the Exec
utive Department of the Nation,
and the responsibility lay with the
Department what TO do with il,
since no such officers as the one
addressed existed. None the less
was the message meant and intend
ed for those whom such an official
would haze rsprsse-ted had he ex-
isted. The notion did not suggest
itself 70 pocket, pigeon-hole, sup
pres. or conceal it from the inter
esied parties. But the idea did
suggest itself, after conscientious
deliberation, that the only proper
and honorable course to pursue in
the premises was TO transmit the
notification TO the ones 1t belonged
| to. in the way most practicable
namely, by publishing it in the
Cherokee Advocate as - mere piece
Of news. The claim could not pos
sibly be injured by letting the peo-
pie, and perhaps the attorneys at
Washington, know where and how
the claim stood, while, if It should
be thought necessary 10 do any
thing further, the allotted time to
make reply of sixty days, was
swiftly passing. The notification
was therefore published at once.
Such were my views, motives
and object in forwarding to the
Old Settlers the message from the
| Court OF Claims, that came TO my
hands as Executive Secretary. TC
Just and reasonable men, a franl
exposition Of affairs that concerr
them is always due. To such the
above is commended.
Very Truly.
W. Z. BoUDIN0F
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

As YOU do not hear from our lit
lie corner very often l take the
present opportunity of assuring
YOU that We are yet alive and en-
joying very good health, In fact
since wild onions made their ap-
pearance we are doing extra well.
Farmers are al busy Flowing.
Some finished planting corn last
week. They say q little rain is
needed to help the growth of wheat
and oats.
Capt. ]. E. Butler reports hog
cholera raging on Honey Greek, he
having lost about forty or fifty
head. To publish cure or pre-
ventiye Of this disease might ben
eft some Of your many readers.
Schools OF this section are doing
well. The scholars as well as
others are anxiously waiting for
the May party to be held at or near
Cave spring the second week in
May. Miss Morgan the accom-
plished young lady who is teaching
Cave spring school is doing good
work for the people.
Married, at the residence Of I.
J. McGhce, D-. Tablcr and Mrs.
Harrison, both Of the Cherokee
Nation. The home Of the happy
couple viii be At Monroe Grove,
three miles east Of Carey's Ferry
A few evenings ago the doctor in
vited quite number friends to
spend the evening The writer
being honored with an invitation
arrived about seven O'Clock, found
the place covered with lacks, bug
eies, and horses. The company
was composed mostly Of young
people WHO soemed to enjoy them
selves very much, and after receiv-
/ ing q rfaEd treat at the doctoas ex-
penze. al departed in good order.
Z Nay their remaining days be spent
+ IN peace and happiness is the wish
Of their many friends.
BLACK HAWK.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Wheat, in places, is looking fine,
Ed. Carey's prospect for biscuit
this coming season Is good
Mr.. J. Gipson IS making rapid
progress toward the completion Of
his farm. He will soon need 4
help-meet. Who viii be the lucky
one2
Miss Ella Morgan, teacher at
Cave Spring is preparing grand
Concert, during her leisure hours,
for the benefit Of both patrons and
pupils at Che expiration Of the term.
Miss Ella Is an excellent teacher.
tits reported that several weil-to-
do citizens, not satisfied with the
liberal laws of the Nation, are
smuggling cattle into the country,
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
peIanare PsTment.

Hon. J. Q Tufts, L. s. Indian
Agent, arrived yesterday from Mus
cogee, withMessrs. Connell Rogers,
clerk, and Capt. Sixkiller, Chief Of
the Indian Police, and commenced
the semi-annual payment Of funds
due our Delaware citizens under
treaty.> The attendance Of the par
ties interested, including men wo-
men and children, traders and ex-
pectants. IS large and orderly.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
Beautifrl and Attraetive.

Mrs. r. Ironside has just opened
a large, complete and elegant stock
Of new goods in the store Of r H.
Fields. on Main street. 1t consists
of ready-rnade dresses and under
wear for ladies and children, fancy
hose. corsets, lace collars, I'D
gloves, ribbons and toilet articles.
fashionable hats and 5onnets, fiow-
ers and plumes-in fact every artl-
Gle in her line that the most culti-
vated and refined taste could desire
An experienced dress-maker and
skillfUl trimmer are employed, and
cannot fail, in connection wititthe
superior quality and style-of goods,
and very low prices, TO render en-
tire satisfaction to those who may
wisely determine tO examine the
goods of Mrs. 1rOnside before pur-
chlsing elsewhere.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The [. :. sna- b, Wichita, ;" Capt
Mayer, while under weigh just above
the bar n Rabbit Ford, few miles be-
low It. Gibson. IN the arkansas River.
collapsed fue, Saturday morning last,
about 5 O'CLOCK. An Irishmsn, a single
man, known as '.the sailor" was killed.
and one other severely scalted- Major
Adams, the courteous and efficient Of
6cer IN charge OF river improvements,
was aboard With Mrs. Adams, Miss
Blakely and Mss Ashley Of Litt!e Rgck,
a granddaughter OF Judge Ashiy, for
many years 4 distinguished member Of
the [. :. senate. Al Of them fortu-
nateiv escaped without injury. We
learned frorl Major Adams that the boat
vas under a light head OF steam, scarce
IL one-balf Of the tested capacity Of
the machinery, and the only way in
which the accident car be accounted
for - as, possibly, a sudden accumula-
ton Of steam by the Observance on the
part Of the engineer, OF the signals Of
the pilot in changing the direction Of
the boat. The accident occurred near
Ross Ferry. where Major Adams and
party were received IA hacks and con-
veyed 10 the Post Il f. Gibson, where
they received every attention Monday
morning they went-to sluscogee, where
they took the cars for Yinita, proceed
Jag thence 10 Peirce City and Little
Rock. The accident is much regretted,
but II is hoped viii not delay any oper-
ati6ns in the nver, which Will probably
extend, as they should, 10 the improve
meat Of the channel Of Grand River
from the mouth 70 F.. Gibson, dis
tance Of less than three miles.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Miss Mary L. Weeks of Chetopa.
Kansas. would respectfully INFORM
the ladies Of Vinita and vicinlty
that she viii be At the Cass store on
April Dist and 22d, with an elegan>
line of samples Of millinery, lats-
bonnets. sc. She has large stock
on hand and is constantly in recei pt
Of all the latest STYLES and nOveItie5
Nm her business. She is prepared
to take orders, and viii guarantees
safislaction.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The literary society formerly known
as the Chautauqua Circle, met al Mrs
Edmondsou's, Monday evening Al
though there was not 4 large number
present, the meeting Was very interest
Ing, and passed of pleasantly A story
Of a mathematical proaigT was read an
article on .HibernatiOn, and chap
ter Of Greek History. Music and a So
cal time filed up the evsning- The
next meeting viii be at Air. Green 5,
Monday, April 2ist-
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

A SURE CURE FOR PmEs---The first
symptom Of piles is an intense itching
af Eight after getting warm This IN
pleasant sensation is Immediately re-
lievsd by an application Of Dr. Bosan-
kos Pile Remedy. Piles in all its forms
Itch. Salt Rheum and kingwOrm can
be permanently cured by the use Of
this great remedy Price 20 cents.
Manufactured by the Dr.BOsanko Med
icine Co, Piqua; o. Sold by NJ Frazee
kCa l5yI
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
nressnaking and MiIlinery.

l wish to inform the ladies OF
Vinita and surrounding country
that 1 have employed a irst-elass
dressmaker from St. Louis to take
charge Of my dressmaking depart
ment. Those wishing work done
will do well to call, as they viii get
their dresses stylishly made at rea-
sonable prices. 1 also keep a Large
and complete line OF millinery and
fancy goods. aH Of the latest Styles
Mas. FMNk FRxSIz,
Cto,.,l-oo Ava Seneca Mo
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The postoffice business has been so
immenseOf late that our popular pest
master, Mr.. A. F. Chamberlin, was re-
luctanfly compelled to 'stand Us of
Tor some ink With which TO cancel the
stamps. At this rate Ninita viii soon
r;se to the dignity Of Z Residential Of
e.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

SrRAYED-One black mare fou
years old. Il hands high l blas'
3-vear-old FLY, brown and l ,a.
vearling colt. No brands i 81
pay liberaily for return Of stock {
me at VinIta, or for informatio'
leading to their recovery.
3Otf Y. B. McCRARS-
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The Worcester Literary Society met
in the music room OF the Academy,
Saturday night After an interesting
program the following officers were
elected for the ensuing term: Presi-
dent. Ii. c. Chambers; Vice President,
William Walker; Secretary, Mary Ray
mond. and Critic, Miss Durham
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

James and Thomas Roots broth
ers. and native Creek Indians, were
placed in the lookup at Muscogee,
Tuesday, by Capt. Sixkiller and
Indian police. Tom Roots. who
appears to be under 20 years Of
age, Is charged with train wreck
ing, Feb. 4th, near Gibson station,
and was arrested at that place by
Weldon and another private indi-
vidual. The other was arrested
afterwards, by Capt. Sixkiller on 4
charge Of attempting to rescue has
brother, Of whose arrest he heard
some time after it was made at his
home near SandtowH, about seven
miles from the station. It's proper
to state that he denies the charge,
and that 10 othercomplaint against
him was alleged.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
BUSINESS LOCALS.


Our way Of treatingall alike, sell
ing goods as cheap as anybody in
America. has proved 4 success We
feel encouraged, and viii continue
to offer 20 everybody the cash bar
gains in anything generally carried
in a first-class general store, to be
had In the broad land Of the Cher
okees. Thanking you for past pas-
ronage, and requesting 4 continp-
ance o. same. Respectfully
CAss.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Capt. l. ". Marks, Deputy L. S-Mar-
shal. was in Viniia, Saturday, with a
Young man named L. \ Bond, who shot
and killed 4 man named Smith, the 9th
inst, about twenty five miles west Of
Atoka, Choctaw Nation Bond Is about
Is years old, and came into the Terri
tory a short time since, with an uncle
from West Virginia, ard is affecting in
sanity. The only excuse assigned Tor
the deed Is that his uncle had SOM Of
his property, and had hired him out 10
Smith Tor the purpose Of depriving him
Of it. So he thought the best plan 10
save il would be TO deliberately draw
ont his revolver, as he was riding be-
hind smith, shoot and kill him, al OF
which he il said to have done The
rersons are whites-nOt ~lnJuns."
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

rh.,e eating and lodging house Of
" T;ttle located between the NIX
n - frisco aep0fs, is approaching
-..,e.ior. . and il is expected, VIII be
in active operation ~iiain '~o - - =.
Tbe lower story is 70 be occupied y !,
~ = dsr.;ur halI, and the upper disiaed
ins IL -. -,-.1fuents ntted up with suitable
s~,,,,~. fsr the accommodation o.
,~ssrv travellers desiring COCO . Als-t !.
=. kitchen addition Is no" ID
eOzrse Of erection.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Hon-John G.. Schrimsher, 4 men,
Der Of the Cherokee Delegation,
who was called home a short time
since by the illness of Mrs. Schrim-
sher. arrived from Claremore, Tues
day morning, and took the alter
noon train On the Frisco road. fsr
Washington. Hew aecompaulod
by his son Henry. We are indebted
to Mr.. S. for numerous papers and
public documents OF immediate in
terest 10 the Cherokees and other
indians of this Territory, which
81 rs that he is alive to the rights
Of our people, and becomingly de-
sir0ns Of having them fully advised
of every measure pending before
Congress and the departments that
in any way concerns them. Mr.. s.
Is 4 nephew Of Samuel and Ed
ward Gunter, both of whom were
Justly eminent among the Chero-
KEGS in their generation for intelli-
gence, enterprise, courage and dig
nifty, and their persevering efforts
by precept andcxample, to advance
the highest interests oftheirPeople
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Col. Ross is absent this week, prose
cutting the case Of the Cherokee Ma
ton VS.. Tom Griffin. and his editorial
duties devolved partly on the "boys,"
who, knowing that quality would be
lacking in this issuv, tried hard 70
make up for that deficit by furnishing
quantity in It's stead, and to this end
several advertisements have been lcft
out in order &c make room for the eilu-
sions Of the "staH' and its friends. We
felt, however, from the beginning, that
something special would be wanted TO
make as complete \ success a. vas de-
sired, and learned, only too late, that
the great desideraium was poem on
Spring. This gaeat want, NC feel ats
fed. could have been easily supplied
even at this late houT, h2d not our
fTiend-"S. H." been aosent On thec9W
tail This opportunity viii probably
never occur again, 50 our friends need
not food the Office with Spung poems
next week no, nor the week after
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Wm. Little &Co. have rejuvenated
their old store room and made it look
as bright ard slick ~ dollar store
breasfpin- They ere constantly adding
new lines OF goods 70 their stock, and
where they xiii stow al thoirmerchaE-
disc Is enough to puzzle eyea such old
hands AZ the business - they are
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

James A. Thompson came in from his
aanch On Pswpaw, last Sunday, much
improved since injured by his horse
falliag on him few weeks ago jim
reports grass growing rapidly, and the
quiet bovines apparently determined to
stop its further advancement
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The evidence taken in the investiga-
80, AZ the star Route cases before the
sur;nrer Investigating Committee Of
,be House in Washington, shows that
tbd total expense Of the routs trcm VI
-. Ind. Ter, to-Las Vegas, New Mex
a. distance Of about rs miles, with
-. .-.~~alv an Office on II, and much Of II a
.,,,s~ress was about 500, 900 for three
~esrs. The revsnne was about soOo-
Sometimes there would not be 4 single
letter in the mail bags
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

much to the discontinue of those
who respect the laws, and the
poorer classes. who depend chiefly
upon stock-raising for a hveli-
hood. :. & b.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Rumor has 1t that a shooting affray
occurred in the vicinity Of Tan Yard
ford. Grand River, a week ago sunday
The parties are reported to have fired
On each other with shotguns ard rifles,
but without effect.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

useless 10 try 10 sec allthe goods
in stock at the alace store in nevisit,
bus the enterprising young men TO be
found there can come nearer sizing ~
the aged Young man or the youthful
Old nan, and fitting them with "stoTe
clothes at lowest prices on first sight,
than the most ancient individuals IN
the same business west Of the Gull
ctr,.-,
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
Rrnons RroomE !! Brooms !

I am manufacturing all kinds
brooms, which will be sold by 4
dozen or gross, at lowest posi- ,
prices. Leave orders with G. y
Green, Vinita, l. 7,
WATs0Y LoNTHEE.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Aset-to without gloves orrsSeree, and
governed by no code Of rules known 70
patrons Of the P r, took place be-
tween two gentlemen OF colon, on cur
principal thoroughfare, last week, no
punishment Of any consequences being
received by either No detailed report
of the encounter can be furnished this
seek, on account Of the serious indis-
position Of our sporting editor. but It
IS said the fight ended IN a draw,
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The Osage Delegation IN Washington
1--we protested against the clause in
the Indian Appropriation Bill author
izine the allc.sment Of Indian lands in
sevsralty, outside Of the five civilized
tribes Of the Territory. The Commits
siouer Of Indian Affairs. after hearing
their arguments in fSror Of holding
their lands IN common. agreed 70 rec
ommend to Congress change in the
l.sl1
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Rev. 4. {. Reed AMI WIFE, OF Nan
chester, Vermont, paid a brief visit 10
yinsta last Monday. ThCs came TO
visit the Academy. and were very much
pleased by the work that was being
done tkere. They have been visiting
friends in Springfield, No., foE several
weeks. but left for their home Tuesday
evening.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

A sigh which seemed to wander mp
from the remotest depths Of his heart
was heard to escape him as he gently
grasped the narrative" Of 4 poor, for
lora wearing, and proceeded to tug cal
nestIv. and between strains fiercely
x-sII .shoo-sx-f' -
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Doc. Warren has mounted goreeous
sign, bearing the legend Bakery" On
the caves OF his building fronting the
railroad track HIS oven is next door
to the Office, but as we have not jet had
az0pportunity TO test any Of its pro-
ductioEs. we cannot commit ourselves
regarding its merits.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The boss place - groceries : at
the Old Rock House You viii ind
:. 4. Biuejacket there to make
such prices that you 'thelp Pur-
chasing.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The latest and most important i'm
provernent noticeable on the streets CT
ginits is a neat and substantial cross
ing betweet Patton'E block and C. c
Ironsidess grocery store.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The letters Of Gen G CadEailader in
the 81 Louis Gl0be-Dem0crat, from Va
pita, Tahlequah and other points, VIII
be read with much interest by the Feo-
ple of the Cherokee Nation
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Agreeable 70 instructions froua Tah-
Iequah, the spermit" law is being
strictly eaforeed, and, AS consequence,
district clerks and fheirdeputies do n
lArge business in issuing permits
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

The Indian Committee q the House
Of representative, Washington dis
patches state. have resolved 20 ask the
House for authority to investigate the
leasing Of lands IN the Indian Territory
and the distribution Of the SOD. 900 ap-
propriased By the last Congress for the
-harokees
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Below are gwen the opinions Of few
of the stock men in regard 70 losses Of
stock in the Cherokee Nation the past
winter. This is the estimated loss IN
numbers. The loss in value viii Of
course fall below, as the class Of stock
which died were in most cases the old
and Young Of the herds: J. o. Hall, >
per cent; W. E. Halsell, 30 per cent;
Nat Skinner. 25 per cent; W 3 Hays.
25 per cent; F. A. Allen, 90 per cent;
". c. Chamberlin. > per cent; A P.
GOOdykoontz, 20 per cent; W {. Pat
ton, p per cent; ". G. Nelms, > per
cent; DR.. Z. B. Frazier, IS per cent
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Moth Mute. a member Of the Semi
n ole Delegation. aged about 90 years,
died, the lst inst, Of typhoid pneumO-
MIA. in Washington. D. C.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17
Cherokee Ave, Seneca, No.

Our tea stock is toe large, and
for this reason we viii sell present
stock at prices that viii defy COM
petition. CASs-
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

Verify, verify, l say unto yoa
that Allen Brothers restaurant Is
the place to get 4 good meal-and
don't YOU forget it !
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1884-04-17

IL. Paris. 81 Troy. n Y, conductsr
on the n VI E &T. railway, made
.us 8 pleasant call, SATURDAY. en- his way
fson Hot Springs, Ark, TO hishOme via
Eberryvale, Kansas.