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Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
Convict Killed by "A Joke.

James Ray, colored, who was received
1t jackson prison from Detroit in Jan
lary, 1892, on five year sentence for
assault, he having struck man in the
head with coupling pin, is dead. He
was in the engine-room and was lean
ing against the belt, the engine was
suddenly started as joke by convict
named Heinleln, and Ray was thrown
Town, his head striking heavily on the
.loor. At the time his injuries were
not thought serious.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
Mrs. Chauncey Depew Dead.

Mrs. Ellie Hagerman Depew, wife OF
Chauncey NJ. Depew, died at her resi-.
dence in New York City. Although
Mrs. Depew was known TO be seriously
i'll this sudden termination of her i'll.
ness was not expected by her family
and those who were most intimately
connected with her. The funeral was
held from st. Bartholomew's church
of which organization Mrs. Depew was
a member.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
An Old Man Snicides.

Andrew Marczinialz killed himself at
Bay City. He was rs years old and
lived with his son-in-law, Ignatz
Shroka. The old man was brought to
this country four years ago and has
been unable to do any work. He has
depended upon his children for sup
port. His son-in-law on the night be-
fore had asked him if he had made any
arrangements by which his sons would
contribute toward his support. He re.
piled that he had not. Nothing more
was thought of the matter until his
daughter found him hanging by the
neck in the woodshed. When found
his knees nearly touched the floor.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12

Gov. Rich and staff occupied boxes
at an amateur performance of "Fati-
nitza" by the Alger club at the Detroit
Opera House, Detroit.
The section men on the old road OF
the Lake Shore are disconnected with
their pay of S1.10 day. The section
hands on the Air Line receive S1.25 per
day. There arc rumors of strike in
consequence of this inequality.
A warrant has been issued for the
arrest of Miss Lillian Clark, charged
with striking Essie Harper on the
hand 95 times with heavy ruler. Miss
Clark teaches the Il grammar room in
the union school at Holly. The case
has caused much excitement. Consid-
cradle complaint has heretofore been
made Of the same nature but this is the
first arrest.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
Frank Barr, a retired capitalist, died

Frank Barr, a retired capitalist, died
at the home of his nephew, G. b. Sto-
we'll at Hudson, at the age of 20 years.
He amassed half million dollars in
MS business career, The nephew is
mis- sole heir.
1t is rumored that the Grand Duke
George, the second son of the ear, has
become enamored of pretty C;Tcas.
sian telegraph clerk in the Caucasus,
where he is staying for his health, and
IS determined TO marry her. His par
.nts are annoyed, but they are ex-
oected to give their sanction, as he is
not expected to live much longer.
The eminent commandery of North
America, Order of the Star of Bethle-
hem, held its annual session in Detroit.
rhe endowment branch of the order
has been discontinued, and the money
mas been returned TO the members.
Fourteen states and the Canadian
provinces were represented at the
meeting, and officers were elected for
the ensuing year.
Doc Bentley and Frank Donnelly
the famous Lansing burglars, and the
four reform school boys recently ar
rested for an attempted escape from
that institution, broke Jail at Mason.
One of the boys, who was supposed to
have been locked in the cage with the
rest, remained outside, and after the
guard departed released his compan-
ions. They then slid down hot air
pipe to the cellar and out window TO
liberty.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12

The general assembly of the Presley
terrain church will be asked TO formu-
late brief and simple statement of
the doctrines of the church. to be used
for the instruction of those who do
sire to become communicates.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
School Fund AAportionment.

The semi-annuali hRpOrtionsneat~ of
primary school interest has been
made by superintendent of Public In
struction Pattengill, in accordance
with the provisions of Act No. 2O2 of
the public acts of 1885. The entire
number of children school age in the
state is 674,279; the number included
in the apportionment is 672, 1884, and
the total amount apportioned is S5l7,-
735.6s, the rate per cagraHbei1g q
cents.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
omce-seekers not wanted.

The president has issued statement
in which he says that from now on ne
will be compelled to decline all per-
sonal interviews with those seeking
appointment TO office, except as ne, on
his own motion, may especially invite
them.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
Kidnnpned Her Own Child.

While the kindergarten class at the
,tate school at Coldwater was walk
ing near the grounds and under the
are of their teacher, Miss Custer, one
If the children, child of six years,
was kidnapped by its mother, Mrs.
Hart, of Midland, who rapidly flew
With the child. Before assistance could
De secured she had disappeared, and
30 far has successfully eluded pursuit.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12

SENATE.-Eighty- fifth day-Only 20 mem
bers present and the only business was the
discussion of the tax bill in committee of
the whole. DEMONSTRATIONS were received
for and against church property taxation;
TO regulate the liquor traffic, and to regu-
late the practice OF medicine. A bill to incor-
porate the village of Boyne Falls " as passed.
bill to provide a general law under which
corporations may be formed to carry on in
stitutions for the treatment OF disease and
for instruction therein and In hygiene wa $
passed as were the following bills: To in
corporate ladies' auxiliary societies to the
actions of tort against non-residents;
amending laws of 1S91relative to organization
of school districts in the upper peninsula.
the bill appropriating Sl20O1 per year for
two years to pay state fair premiums came
up for action and was tabled.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12
Gasoline and Cigarette-Two May biz

A son of Mrs. William Hilton, of
Port Huron, lighted cigarette in a
the liquid and Immediately an ex-
plosion occurred. The gasoline fell on
Mrs. Hilton's dress and caught fire.,
burning her to suchI afi fext1ne that rei
covery is doubtful The son was also
badly burned about the face aud arms.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1893-05-12

Wyandotte cyclists can't ride on the
sidewalks. -
Lake City. belonging to the Thayer
Lumber Co., burned. Two logging
locomotives werdnsAihest eshtitely
ruined. The loss viii be atfpptoSZ, 0oo.
Six Lakes, small village six miles
from Edmore, was completely wiped
out by fire. The flames started in a
small building and spread rapidly, de-
stroying the telephone Office, postoffice
sns; .d in fact sn f,l St osp,EiNT1ef
for want of fuel -HIKIH III
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
FAIRLASD FACTs.

-IIenry Hiekox has gone TO 81. Lcals to .aks
In the carnival.
Councilman woodali was I'm town Monaav
shaking hands with friends.
we saw our old friend J.. Warren ON the
ssree's Tuesday after loas sirk spell.
-fairlAnd ls ssiii on the boom, wheat corn.
esss Ind other produce comes In all the time.
Walter Jones has left Mr.. Crowelrs store
and the lovely 'PhiA" ofJ. f. Mills alls his
place
Percy Walker says that he will have to
start early TO Tahlequah. as seats may be
scarce.
-Mrs. ). r. Langley is very sick at present.
also her son Fred. but we hope they will soon
be better.
j. J. Jackson. Of Muskogee fame. .was o !.
our streets Last week. once more as free a. the
native air he breAthes.
Robert Patterson. OF Taney county. Nc.
has rented y. NJ. Conner'a store building and
villin few days put In astock Of general
merchandise.
jasper stuart.steps high now.snd no won.
der its girl and mother and babe are doing
we'll. Jasper, with good nursing. may puii
through all right.
Married. Sunday. Sept. 2llh, In this city
Jas. W. Crockett to Mlss Agnes Bennett. Rev
J. n. Hogan officiating May time deal gently
with the young couple and may llfa'a conrse
be smooth
The festive 'strippera" for awhile came
In one as time bus now they come In twos
And we predict that but few who took elalms
Will ever return 10 them. The Idea that they
were aomehow getting the better OF the In
dians has disappeared, aud now they see that
they got the better Of thomselves. The old
adage that "a fool and his money soon part,,
Ia fully exempliasd IN many Of the "strln-
pers %
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
CHOUrEAU NOTES.

The inlmitable I. p. nledsoo has got more
out on the strip than most folks--a job OF sur
ssying the Pawnee Town compauy's location.
Our popular station agent, J. A. Quinn.
has been viewing the wonders Of the great
white city built on lake MIchlgan's shiny
sands.
-'Messrs. Wilder. Lewis and several other
strip prospectors reached home a few DAYS
since number Of them secured lots In the
Pawnee Townsite Co.'S town.
--IRobert Klaus, Of VInita, has the lob Of
moving the old NJ, X. a T. house on the rail-
road land. This is no longer a hotel but ls oc-
enpied by r. W. Lindsey as a dwelling.
The report ls that Dosl Baugh and brother.
Bob, have been offered or have taken %, ooo for
their claim upon the strip. The Rock Island
railroad runs through this eighty and takes
out seven and one-half acres.
Mrs. N G. Butler and children are ylstt-
Ing in Muskogee during Mr.. Rutier's absence
from home In the capacity Of town commits
sioner The gentleman ls considering the
project OF erecting q house and moving hls
family 10 Auskogee In order that the children
may attend school.
sickness stili retains its hold mon The
family OF Glen Hayden. from which their eld.
ss' son, Charley. was recently taken. CIar-
enee. boy eight OF MAE years old. Is very M
Indeed. while the taking down Of Mr. Hayden
himself few days since makes I've sick in the
FAMILY IL 10 pleasure TO say that Mr.. Hav-
den's condition Is not critical
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
Vinita Real Estate Agency,
D. NJ. MARRS & co.
List OF property for Sale, Rent or

List Of property for sale, Rent or
One lot in the southeast portion of
town, at bargain.
A 7OO-acre farm miles east OF town
for sale at bargain.
A very desirable business lot 5OxI5O
feet, fronting illinois aven1e, fos sale.
Three business lots on south Wilson
street, convenient to the central por-
tion OF town.
One business and one residence lot
IN Alton; were purchased when choice
was TO be bad.
A three-acre impro ovement near the
lair grounds can be bought cheap for
cash. Ninita Real Estate Co.
A farm tor sale cheap; % miles north
west OF town; l00 acres in cultivation;
81 acre pasturei plenty Of good land
outside.
A good farm Of 400 acres in cultiya-
tion and 700 fruit trees, on Big Cabin.
10 miles north of Viniia; will sell for
cash or trade for stock or sell on time.
A very valuaSe house and lot (eieht
room house) near the center Of the
city. for sale at bargain for cash in
hand. A chance for good invest
ment.
A good farm 2 miles east of Vinita;
40 acres in cultivation, l30 more
fenced, two sets Of houses on place. a
nice thrifty young orchards; a desirable
home In every way. Price $500.
For rent, farm OF 100 acres, and
quantity of farm machinery for sale
with il on easy terms. Land in excel
lent condition for sowing a fall wheat
crop. Apply at once. More land il
desired.
2S lots 50xl50 and 50xl7O in "Wal.
nut Grove" (Raymonds's block) lust
west of the Chouteau residence.
Prices and terms TO suit purchasers.
Build yourself a home end cease pay
Ing rent.
A farm with zoo acres under fence.
400 acres IN cultivation. three houses
aud stables, water at each place; room
TO take IN as much more; 10 miles
northwest OF Ninita, between Big Cabin
and West Cabin; price $1,000.
A farm OF over 20J acres in cultiya.
tion, two dwelling houses, orchard.
abundance of fine timber, very de-
sirabla place, IA miles southeast OF
this city on Cabin Greek, near Grand
river, would sell or exchange tor city
property, or farm near Vinita.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
A Jolly bunting Parity.

j. A Berry and wife OF the Hotel
Cobb, Jim Bolinger and wife, the lat
ter Mr.. Berry's sister, j. T. Dickson,
the Wabash stock agent. and wife, Of
Quincy, ]. F. Lanier, the grain man,
and J. ID. Leeth, master of transpor-
tation, left the first Of the week for a
deer hunt IN the spavinaw hills. 1t
Is believed the presence OF the ladies'
will prevent the outfit from being
overhauled by the marsbals as Dal-
tons gang Of train robbers. BY going
to the hills and avoiding the prairie
Is Is also hoped that Frank Lanier will
escape recognition by any of the
farmers from whom he has bought
wheat this season and who might con-
vert his absent and loving wife into a
lovely widow. The precaution was
taken by the party to order a supply
Of fresh meat sent out each day during
their absence Meantime, Muck Berry
is in charge Of the hotel and the
boarders are Giving of the top shelf"
Homer Trott has been pressed into
service IN the Office.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
Death of Mrs. AudraIn.

Died, at the residence OF her daugb-
ter near Prairie City on the 25th ult.,
at 70 O'Clock p. m, Mrs. J. Z. Audrain,
who ocd been confined to her bed for
over eight weeks with complication
OF diseases. Deceased would have
been seventy-oDe years old had she
lived until the sth OF this month. She
was one Of the pioneers OF this vicin-
ity, settling on a place on Grand river
In the year 1852 and lived there con-
tinuously with the exception OF some
years during the war Mrs. Audrain
came to this country from Tennessee
at the age Of eleven years with the Old
Settler or Western Cherokees and was
a sister Of Hon. VIM. Wilson, ex presl.
dent OF the senate.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
Town Lot Sale.

Notice is hereby given that town lot
sales will be held at the following
towns, on the days and dates, to-wi.:
Blueiacket, Oct. 5 and Q, 1903.
Chelsea, Oct. 0 and 10, 1893.
Claremore, Oct. II and ~. 1893.
Catoosa, Oct. 10 and IA, 1893.
Lenapah, Oct. 16 and IL, 1898.
All persons holding certificates Of
first or second installments are here
by notified TO be present on ABOVE
dates, and make payments, otherwise
their lote, together with such improve
ments as may be upon them will re-
vert to the Cherokee nation and be
resold. Respectfully, NJ. q. BUTLER,
oct ~ Town Commissioner.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
A New Cure Company.

DENVER, Col, Sept. 80, 1898.
"Dr. j Ross Trott, II. q. Cook and
David Allen, of the Indian Territory,
and Peter Mayer, Of Pueblo, this morn
ing incorporated the Dipsomania Cure
Company with a capital stock Of $780,
GOO. The principal Office is at Pueblo. :"
Arrangements are being pushed rap
idly to pat this company in working
order in vinita, 1. T., so that patients
may be received any time after Oct.
18th.
The liquor habit, morphine habit
and tobacco habit will be successfully
treated under guarantee.
For particulars as to terms, etc,
address ID. N. Allen, Sec'y, or
j. Ross TRoTT,
Physician in charge.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

II has been learned that Young and
Coleman reported killed some time
since 10 Texas we're shot while robbing
store at Ragsdale, that state. II APP
pears that their intention Of burglar
izinR the store was communicated 10
the ownnr and when they broke the
window open and entered the building
they were met by the sheriff and posse.
On the command to surrender one Of
the men fred and his bullet Rrazed the
temple Of The merchant. The officers
then opened fire and both men we're
shot and neither lived but short
time.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
THIRD DAY.



Quarter mile dash-free for all; first
premium 5000; Second premium
Trotting race-(to be arranged).
AFTERNOON.
Ambiing race-one mile: first prem-
ium $500; second premium 1900.
Novelty race-one mile; first quarter
$500; second qdarter 1000; third
quarter 1900; fourth quarter 1000.
Other races will from time TO time
be given, such as slow race, matched
races; stallion race, trotting, 1-2 mile
nrst premium Sl5.O0; second premium
1000; stallion race, running. three
eighths ofa mile: tirst premium Sl5. 90:
second premium $1,000.
In all races there must be five en-
tries and three to start, except special
races-and the entrance fee viii he 10
per cent. of the premiums.
The Association Reserves the ripht
to declare any or all races on or OF.
And IN case OF inclement weather or
insufllciency OF cate receipts the Asso-
clation Will pay pro rata OF all
premiums.
w. r. BAD6ETT,
E' NJ LANDRUM, President.
Secretary.
J. 7. GuSTER,
DAVIS HILL, Vice Pres.
Treasurer.
L. w. Marks,
Supts. OF Gr0unds:1 O. G.. Athey,
IN. Skinner.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
sEooNp Day.
FoRENooN.

FORENOON.
Half mile dash-free for all; flrst nrem
ium 5000; second premium SIS.
TrOtting race lone mile: first nrem-
ium $500; second premium Si5
AFTERNOON.
Modern race-1-2 mile walk, IL mile
trot, liz mile run; first premium
5000; second premium $500.
saddle horse race IA mile, free to all
horses never before contestants
Tor premiums; first premlumSI5.O0 90:
second premium $40.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
A Bitter Fight
'sbsins wased by
The Price Baking Powder Co.,

against the use of ammonia and in baking powders by
naming and exposing the guilty manufacturers and the
thus rendered being recognized by the people, for
'ney are leaving severely alone ali ammonia and alum baking
powders and adopting
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
PatTOnizG Home Industry |!
nay your
Trees, Vines, Shrubbery,
~ Plants, Etc. -
Vinita Nurseries.

Our trees are grown and trained
with low heads especially adapt
ed to this western country. We
do our own grating and budding,
and consequently know that our
trees are true to name. Our as
sortment Of apple and peach, now
being grown for the fall trade is
complete. When inthe city visit
the nurseries and inspect our stock
and manner of growing, and may
hap place your order for tall plan
ing. Respectfully,
vinita Nurseries,
Vinita, /. I.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

The Genuine California Cast
meres give more wear for the
money than any goods pro-
duced in the United States. We
are "ExCLUSIVE" AGENTS
for this country.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Ignorance Of the merits Of Dewitrs
Little Early Risers is a misfortune.
These little pills regulate the liver,
cure headache, dyspepsia. bad breath,
constipation and biliousness. p. Shan
aIau
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

A|@ toll ofhonor eonaltis q nneen hlehe.l
1tN rith depoIlment nol under o in
~ <I|a.IfY department only ala iase allowed
HA< ta|s ~ roll
N IHnl during iht 0ral monilSA..
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
.
THREE DAYS RACES
At Vlnlta Fair Grounds, Oct.
II, 10 and "A, '93.
The Vinila Jockey Club has ar.
ranged the following programme:
FIRST DAY.

FORENOON.
Hat mile daeh-for all horses IA IL
hands high and under; first prem
ium $1,000; secohd premium $500.
Irotting race half mile, best in 3.
free for all; first premium s35 90:
second premium $500.
AFTERNOON.
Half mile and repeat-2 best in 3. free
for all; iirst premium Sa5. .00: scc-
ond premium $500.
Six hundred yards race-3OO Yards and
return, free for all; FIRST premi,' IN
5000; second premium $1,000.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

We could not improve the quality II
paid double the price. DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve is the best salye that ex-
perienee can produce, or that money
can buy. p Shannhan
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

All the talk in the world will not coz.
vince you so quickly AZ one trial OF De
Wits Witch Hazel salve for scaIds,
burns, bruises. skin affections and
niles. p. Shanahan.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

The vinita Real Estate Agency
could rent a number Of small dwellings
at rental Of 50 to $40 month.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Ifyou can afford to be annoyed by
sick headache and constipation, don t
use DeWitts Little Early Risers, for
these little pills will cure them. P.
Shanahan.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

X. NJ. Swain is the best place in town
to buy groceries; everything in that
line is hrst class and sold at low fig
ure. Buy your groceries there.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Frisco Excursion Rates.
st. Louis, $1,000.
st. Louis and return, Sl3.45.
Chicago, Sl2.s5.
Chicago and return, 30 days, SO 30
chicago, limited to Nov. 10Th, $25 90.
Pueblo, Colorado Springs or Denver,
Sl165.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

All that honesty, experience, and
skill can do to produce perfect pill,
has been employed in making De
Wits Little Early Risers. The result
is specific for sick headache, bllioue-
ness and constipation. P. shanahan.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
DIR. Prices
Cream Baking Powder
which Is the

only brand prepared by physician Of high standing
pure Cream Of Tartar Powder brought 10 the hiehest
degree of perfection Free from Ammonia Alum, Lime Or
any other aduteration.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05
Honsea DOR Rant
FRISCO pxouraion Ratas

Call on or address II. Balentine.
Vinita, L. T. 43.tf
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Our subscribers are responding
rapidly to the statements sent out last
week. They have not yet all paid,
hnwnvar
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Two contests from Saline district, on
clerk and sheriff, were tried in The su.
preme court last week and decided n
favor of the National candidates.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

promptly to all parts of the city in
large or small quantities. Orders so.
licited. Yinita Feed Yard.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

DeWitt's witch Hazel salve cures piles.
DeWiit's Witch Hazel salve cures burns
DeWittis Witch Hazel snive cures sores.
4 ehanahau
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1893-10-05

Little vegetable health producers;De
Wits Little Early Risers cure malar-
ious disorders aud regulate the stom.
ach and bowels, which prevents head
ache and dizzineaa. 2 Rhnnnhnn