Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1889-05-16


country on the 7th inst. II was o
day of jos aud gladness and a re-
renewal of pleasing and hopeful
prospects that went up in flames
when the old Alma Mater of so
many mothers and accomplished
daughters of our nation was burn
. e,'
The general sadness at so great
- loss broke out into smiles and
expressions of victory over so great
misfortune, in the presence of a
building more elegant and by far
better appointed than the old.
The triumph over so grievous a
misfortune is not alone a cause for
congratulation, but that far bet
ter condition is attained through
She means Of tieaster.
Several thousands OF people
were present to witness the cere-
monies of the occasion. Many
friends from other Indian nations
and the states were on the grounds
and participated. DR.. Leo Ben
nett, editor of the Phoenix and
newly appointed Indian agent
and DIR. Owen, post surgeon al Ft.
Gibson, and brother Of Agent
Owen, were present, and many
others whose names cannot be re-
called.
The Masonic fraternity was well
represented So were the Odd
Fellows. Preceded by the Tab
i,.quah cormet band diicoursing
Elegant but noisy music, these
BEADED the long and varied pro-
cession from the Masonic hall to
the new female high school build
ing, foil owed by the chief and oil
GERS Of the executive department.
After them came in pleasing and
attractive relief, like a bright and
beautiful day between two starry
nights, the children and teachers
Of the Presbyterian Sabbath school,
followed by those Of the Baptist
and Methodist, in an atmosphere
of the scent of roses--nOt "terri-
BILE as an army with banners" J." but
lovely with the banners Of the
Prince OF Peace. Woman's deft
fingers had been there, guided by
ller delicate tastes and refinements.
Next, in the order OF disciplined
soldiers, came with regular and
measured tramp "Our Seminary
Boys" AS they passed ,one could
bat be impressed.that in them re-
posed the future destiny Of our
country, for good OF for evil.
After them came the citizens in
wagons, buggies and hacks. until
The line was "long drawn out" "
Somewhere in the midst of the
procession of Sunday schools was
Professor Dolgarouki and bis choir
Of over a hundred of well trained
voices. What are all public occa-
sions, except, political meetings,
Horse and legislative assem-
blies, these days, without music?
Having arrived at the building,
ne procession wound around to
khe triple galleries in the rear.
hrough open ranks Chief Mayes
kal executive officers with the
epeakers selected for the occasion,
The building committee and invit-
I'd guests, marched up the steps 70
ne second gallery, while the band
md others fond Of "high places"
proceeded up 10 the thhd. The
ceremonies of dedication were be-
gun by few Introductory remarks
and prayer by assistant chief,
Hon. Samuel Smith. "Music by
the band" was next announced by
Superintendent Stephens, and
from their lofty position the sew
enteen blowers and tbumpers tore
up heavens coneaye and startled
tho echoes in all the adjacent
woods. Chief Mayes was then
ealled.on for a speech. He replied
IA a few well selected remarks.
eonfning himself 10 the education
al advantages Of the Cherokee peo-
p!e aid their prosperous oondi-
ton BY reason Of thom. To the
slno Of their lands he called es-
pooial attention as u source OF
Sssealth and necessary national aud
dlyidual existence.
Chorus by Prof. Dolgarouki and
f1oir was next proclaimed BY