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Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

"Why on earth do you spend so much
time going from stand TO stand collect
ing catalogues and asking the price of
the wheels when you have no MEN
OF aging bicycle?" said Mr.. 5 ter
to his better half. "For the rue
reason" she answered, 81 suppose, ,hat
you sit around the house every even
ing reading the sporting extras and
figuring out how much you might have
won If you had only bet. IL is a sort
of mental diversion. Chicago Times
Herald
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

PirTsRUR0m, Pa, April l7.-Dai
Lynch, sharkey's manager, arrived
here yesterday and held a consultation
with John Quinn, the manager oi
Mayer, concerning the proposed lght.
They decided 10 accept the offer Of the
Greater New York club. because OF It's
lncntion ON ConeY Ihlnnd
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
WOOL MEN DISSATISFIED.
Western Senators WIN Insist Upon Changes
Ia the DlnEiey 1911.

WAsmNGToN, April l7.-Western sen
ators, after several conferences, have
reached an agreement 10 stand togeth-
er for important changes in the wool
schedule Of the Dingley bill. The SEN
stors most prominently identified with
the movement are Messrs. Mantle, Car
ter, Shoup, Warren and Burrows.
They have not only agreed upon a line
of amendments, bot have decided to
insist on their inclusion In the bill.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
Swallowed Her FaIse teeth.

WAsmSGToS. April i7.-While peace
fully slumbering Stella Burke, who
lives on Missouri avenue, swallowed
her false teeth. She was taken 10 q
hospital in great pain aud her condi-
tion is regarded as very serious. The
physicians will apply the X-rays 10 find
the exact location Of the teeth.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
DIED OF .Lack OF ApprecIatIon. .

TOPEKA, Kan, April l7.-George II.
Green, a fireman at the Topeka insane
asylum, was instantly killed yesterday
by the explosion OF steam boiler
heater which was connected with the
main battery OF boilers The coroner's
jury decided that death was due ito
a lack of appreciation of the danger in
which the deceased placed himself
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

MAssLLON, O., April is.--It Is re-
ported here that Senator NJ. A. Hanna
has determined 10 look up mining con
ditions as they prevail In western
Pennsylvania and 10 exercise his innu-
enee for the betterment Of the cOndi-
tions under which the men are now La
boring.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
Judge Day 20 90 20 Cuba MAY 1

WAsnISoToS, April l7.-Judge VIII
liam r. Day, Of Ohio, who is 10 go 70
Cuba ON a special mission in connec-
tion with the Ruiz case. Is expected
here to-day. lie win leave for Havana
about Nav 1.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

PERRY, Ok, April i7.-Mrs. Joy Hol-
man, who brought suit Cor divorce
against Samuel Holman, a nephew Of
the Indiana congressman, on the
grounds Of abandonment, and that he
had forced her into convent, was
granted a decree yesterday.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

nEEKELEY, Cal, April l7.-Fire at the
university Of caliiornia yesterday
afternoon entirely destroyed the build
ing occupied as che college OF agricul-
.ure. The fire was accidental. The
osh Is estimated at $4,000.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
Mnl TaE street RnIIrays.

SPmNGFKLD, ILL.,, April .l7.-The
Humphrey bill, extending street rail-
way franchises 80 years and providing
tax on the gross earnings of street
car lines, was passed by the senate, 20
TO 16. The bill has yet 10 pass the
house and Is being bitterly opposed,
particularly in Chicago.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

sr. JosErh, Mo-, April 1.-THE St
Joseph bar a. Axle Co. has been reor-
ganixed and The plant ON South Fourth
street, closed since July 10 last, will be
reopeued within fcsY days Fifty
npn viii employed
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
EmbesrIed Forty Thousand DOLLAR.

PINE BLUFFS, Ark, April l7.-Capt
Daniel Haynes, formerly claim agent
Of the st. Louis Southwestern railway,
who had been on trial here several
days for embezzling $4,000 Of the
company's money, was convicted yes
terdaV
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

A raw Scotch lad joined the volun-
teers and on the first parade day his
sister came with his mother 10 see the
regiment On the march past Jock
was out Of step. Look, mither," said
his sister, they're a DOT o. step but
oor Jockr-Glasgow Herald.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
nubonio Plague DeereasIne.

BoMBAY. April l7.-There has been a
great decrease In the virulence OF the
plague. Only 800 cases and 1894 deaths
from the disease occurred last week in
this city, compared with 800 cases and
1898 deaths during the preceding week.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

A milkman is the custodian Of as many
family secrets as a doctor, or preacher
Atchison Globe.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

No woman ever lacks self-confidence
when she is arguing about religion.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

When bilious or costive eat Cascarct,
candy cathartic. cure guaranteed. lOc, 25c.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

The public awards the palm 10 Hale's
Honey OF Horehound and Tar for coughs.
Pixies ToOthache Drops Cure in one minute.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

II there is nothing in a man, his "op
portunity" never comes.-Ram's Horn.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
.stnr ToIncco.v

As you chew tobacco for pleasure, use
Star. II Is not only the best, but the most
lasting, and therefore the cheapest.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

No woman in praising her children ever
said anything that was interesting or orig
inal.--Atchison Globe.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Sunday School Teacher - Who wa,
Noaby" Pupil-"lle was weather proph'
Ct. When he said it was going to rain, no
body believed him."
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

The man who is charitable to himself viii
lissen 10 the mute appeal Of assistance made
by his stomach, or his liver, In the shape OF
divers dyspcptic qualms and uneasy eensa.
tions in The regions Of the gland that Hecretes
dear air or madam-as the case may be-ia
what YOU require. Hasten 10 use II you are
troubled with heartburn, wind in the stom; /;
ach. or note that your skin or the whites Oh
your eyes are taking a sallow hue.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

The mathematics Of marrioge-man be
comes an integer instead Of fraction; hq
"halves his sorrows, doubles his joys and
multiplies his usefulness.--Ram's Horn.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

The pain that tortures-sciatica. The cure
that cures it-St. Jacobs Oil.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Nothing makes a man 30 mad as for you 10
keep cool when he is abusing you.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Sore and stiff from cold; don't wait ant
suffer; use St. Jacobs Oil and get cured.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

A poor free lunch costs more than a good
dinner.-Ram's Horn.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Long and short-years with rheumatism
no time with st. Jacobs Oii-and a cure.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Fits stopped free and permanently cured.
No fits after first days use Of DIR. kline's
Great Nerve Restorer. Free 81 trial bottle b
treatise. DR.. Kline, O33 Arch st., Phila., Pa.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

A man humps himself with lumbago. lie
hustles when cured by 81. Jacobs OIL.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

II is astonishing how many men there are
who can play the iiddlc.-Washington Dem.
ocrat.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Just try l0c box Of Cascarets candy ca
thartic, finest liver and bowel regulator made.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22
Nn-rn-nnc for FIftr cents.

Over lO0,0O0cured. Why not let No -To-Bac
regulate or remove your desire Tor tobacco!
Saves money, makes health and manhood.
Cure guaranteed, Soc and Sl.00, all druggsts.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Every time n man runs across real pret-
" girl he wishes he hadn't married.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Calling a man hard names Is often only
another way Of saying that he dares to
differ from YOU in opinion.-Ram's Horn.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Nothing humiliates man more than n
woman to find il necessary to take him down
a pcg-Atchison Globe.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

"What is a crank, papa" "A crank, my
son, is fellow who goes around with his
wheel -
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Wrinkles come with neuralgia. They 60
with st. Jacobs Oils cure OF Il.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Stand straight and strongest. Jacobs
Oil cures lame bacl-cures promptly.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

They who have most of heart know most
of sorrow.--N. Y. Weekly.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

You have no doubt remarked how eiiec'
tive worthless man is in politics.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Cascarcts stimulate liver, kidneyA and
bowels. Never sicken, weaken or gripe, l0c.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Self.love Is not so great a sin as self-for.
getting.--N. Y. Weekly.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

A danger forcseen is half avoided.-N. Y.
Weekly.
Indian chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1882-1902, 1897-04-22

Too much sugar will spoil what might
prove an excellent dish.-N. Y. Weekly.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17

Jay agreed unanimously to accept So far -
II is empowered to do so the nronos d, as
made bv the democrats for the orgapination
OIL the senate committees. AcropdinaS.. u
Caucus VIII be held at 10 o'clock Monio"
me proposition which the commit,oe h, =.
aRre.d TO accent provides that the re,,,,jia
ms snail sI nj all the committee places which
merv l,i'eu py republican senators during
'he last congress. including the chairn,,n
shlps vacated by republicans and thai tbsv
sLali De given one additional place on ~
APPROPRIATIONS committee vacated hy
democrat and that the membersbin ~ a.
committee on postofices and post roads
snail be Increased from nine to len IN
order to give the democrats an adaj,,onni
place on that committee This Arrangement,
VIII result In leaving the republican SEN
a.ors al me mead OF all the importan, son.
are committees. but majority OF the mon
bership OF many of them will be anti.re-
There are indications that the committee,
recommendation will not be received win
favor by all the republican senator's
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
">n,y- nnmors SIN Anont.

The Post made mention some days ago
of the rumored retirement OF General Man
ager Purdy Of the Missouri Kansas and
Texas, Some papers insisted that change
would surely take place while the election
of officers showed to the contrary. The
following upon the subject is taken from
the Globe Democrat President Rouse of
the Missouri Kansas ana TEXAS. who has
been attending the annual meeting Of the
company, was at the St Louis general Of
fees yesterday, He declined TO make any
statement MS to the dsquie,ing rumors
prevalent over the system concerning
changes in the management. These ru-
mors are impairine the service and have
demoralizing effect upon all departments
Either an afnrmance or a denial from, the
chief executive through a reputable me-
dunn would satisfactorily dispose OF the
whole matter
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
wn.hInrInn Nntcs.

Washington. April 16.--The cabinet sea-
sion today lasted an hour and half aud
was devoted entirely to the consideration
OF routine department matters.
Judge William r. Ray of ohio. who IL to
go TO Cuba on special mission in connec-
lion with tho Ruiz case. is expected here
tomorrow After an examination OF the
precedents and papers at tho state depart
ment bearing on the case he viii leave for
Havana about May 1.
Secretary Long has revoked the orders
by which Lieutenant Robert e. Pcnry. the
Arctic explorer now on duty at the New
York navy yard was detailed to Mare is
land yard. California.
Secretary Gage has instructed the GUS
toms officers ut Pembina, N. d.. to admit
the 10 Chinese who are en- route from Chi
ma TO the Nashville Exposition.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
MISSISSIPPI DELTA.
More Cheerful REPORTS Are Received
From Several Points

Memphis. Tenn. April 16. ---Advices from,
Natchez and other points below Vicksburg.
Miss. indicate that the supreme test In
current, which is rising rapidly, is beating
against the levces with such force as to
cause the gravest apprehension In many
places. AT Natchez the river is near the
top of the levee and everything possible is
being done to fight back The encroaching
waters.
All kinds of rumors have been current
today regarding wholesale loss of life on
Davis island. but diligent telegraphie in
curry iaiis to confirm the story. 1t is known
mat three negroes were drowned on the
island. but outside of these fatalities no
further loss of life is known to have &C
Cured.
At Nicksburg the river is rising at tho
rate OF four tenths of foot daily. The
swift water pouring out of the YaEoo river
into the Mississippi al point twelve miles
north of Vicksburg will continue for sew
cral DAYS. Levees between Bedford store
four miles of Delta la. and ookport. six
miles above. are In q precarious condition
tonight, and every man and boy available is
at work strengthening the embankment At
GONE points in this stretch OF levec the
NtVti rs NbsuiHS oNNi tht SiSitNaN
alarm is felt.
A more cheerful feeling exists in the Mis-
sissippi delta tonight At Greenville, the
backwater from the Stops Landing ere
vase. which has been rising In the flooded
down during the last three days, is sta
tiorary and will begin TO iall tomorrow.
ROsedale Friars Point and other places
report an encouraging Improvement of the
situation. The river declined one-tenth of
foot at Greenvile today and the fall OF two
tenths at Cairo gives renewed hope that the
vast amount of water win rocede in time
to make a good crop.
At Memphis. the river Is stationary. Cap
tain Mccoy of the steamer Blun City. which
arrived in port from St. Louis, brings
very encouraging account OF the approve
ment OF the condition Of the overflowcd
territory above Memphis In order to make
the trip down tie river in daylight he re
manned over at Tlptonvillo all night. He
SAWS that the waters have receded sufli-
cienilv to allow steamboats, 10 land at all
places. There IS a marked improvement
and the outlook on the upper river is very
oh NJ
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17

tablished stations for the relief OF the
refugees in many places through the dir
ferent district In addition to the big camp
they had pitched In West Memphis An
OF these were visited and in addition Ma
jor Sanger established stations at other
points where they seemed TO be needed.
The relief boat ran UP the st. Francis
river, UP the L'Anguille river and across
country over cotton fields and farms In
every direction where II vas supposed MOO.
pie were to- he found In need OF help. acting
largely upon advices OF the local relief
committee along the route. Returning, :
visit was made to the Flower Lake ere
vase. which was found to have extended
to width OF 1900 feet.
Major Sanger says that In the country
overlooked from this break some OF the
richest bottom lands In the South are I'M
der water. ranging In depth from two to
twenty-five feet AS stations were estab-
lished negroes were sent out III canoes
throughout the flooded district TO notify the
people where they might come Major
Sanger SAYS the inhabitants ~ the flooded
section are bearing their affection with
extraordinary patience. clinging closely TO
their half submerged cabins aud undergo
ing their hardshps In the hope ot better
times.
lie says that II the waters receIe by tho
goth OF May all will be woll with them and
with economy and careful distribution the
funds already appropriated will be sufn
Client for the maintenance OF the absolutely
destitute
If the water holds up aud 1t is not pos.
sible to make crop this summer tn.
distress that viii result will be terrible,
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
1T WAS AN ACCIDENT.
The Mystery Surrounding Young
Collins Death Cleared Away.
lie WAS EXAMINING HIS PISTOL.
The weapon Was Accidentally Ms.
charged and the Bullet Ended
the Life OF n Friend.

Hompstcad. Texas. April 16.--The killing
Of Frank Collins, Jr., at the school house
last night is a mystery no longer. Louis
Farquhar. aged II. by his own confession
admits he killed Collins accidentally. and
upon the examining trial held this evening
at the court house before Judge Harvey all
the testimony introduced tends to show
that 1t was an accidental killing.
Louis Farquhar is the son OF Tax Col
lector Sam Farquhar. and no man stands
higher in this community and county.
Louis WAS placed upon tho stand u testify
in his own behalf. His every feature showa
that he had undergone untold sufierings
during the night. The court house was
crowded, aud as he took tho witness chair
hush ieii over tho audience 10 that every
word could be heard. Here is the testi-
mony:
Il closed the store about 7:20 p. III. aud
got 10 the school house about $50 with my
brother Charles. We climbed over the
gate, went upstairs and l lighted tho
lamps. our business there was 10 attend
tho night school. We were there about
ten minutes. when young Collins came III.
We were chatting friendly. each at his
desk WA ioollng with my pistol. not
noticing the direction of tho pistols barrel.
screamed, My God. you have killed Coll
Inns. and he ran out was stupefied and
for about two minutes l was unable 10
move. Then, scared 10 death. | ran OIL.
In a round about way | went to town.
throwing my pistol away on the road,
Then as tho report of the killing COM
mcnced 10 attract the people from town.
! went along Tn the school house. deter
mined TO confess. but ! got there
heard threats uttered as TO what would DO
done II the slayer was caught. and
woakcE-f told my father everything ut
g o'cloalt thir morning He found mo cry
ing on my bed. | WAS scared to death and
sTHgoi by grief and the extent Of my folly.
/ was on my knees on the desk when tho
pistol went or. We never had n cross word
and were tho best of friends"
Upon cross examination tho defendant
virtually told the same story. AS he mar
rated the story connected with the killing
tears filled his eyes and he was vislbly at
fected.
Judge Harvey allowed tho defendant ball
Mt $1,000 to await the action OF tho grand
ittry t1Ef
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
Y. NJ. G. A. OF TEXAS.
All LncnI Associations Reported 10
he In Good Condition.

San Antonio, Texas, April 16.-The Sec
ond days session of the State convention
Of the Young Mems Christian association
OF Texas was largely attended and much
interest was manifested.
Written reports were received from tho
various associations In the State showing
nearly all OF them to be in flourishing
condition
A. Nash OF Lincoln. Neb.. conducted a
Bible service class. and the remainder Of
the morning session was devoted TO gem
cral discussion OF the question. Should
a Liberal APPROPRIATION be Made for the
Religious Work?'
j. r. jackson OF Dallas read paper on
this subject in which he took the ground
that the religious work OF the association
was being oyershadowe1 by the social and
athletic features This Daper provoked
lengthy discussion. the consensus Of opin-
ion being that not enough direct personal
religious work was done.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
ni.c ut New orleans.

New orleans. April 1G.--Considerable in
convenience is being experienced on the
river front over the handling of freight
on account of the water now lodged CD the
lovees. Tho appearance OF things Is very
much verso than their actual condition.
The permanent levees are holding out we'll
In spite OF the gloomy outlook and the
nervous" Information forwarded from the
government weather bureau. Some fears
are entertained about the ST. Bernard and
Plaquemine parish entertainments The
gauge at the head of Canal street tonight
showed 1876. n rise OF tenth OF a foot
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1897-04-17
A TRUCE Is DECLARED
\ LULL IN THE FIGHT IN KEN
lucky.
The blackburn Faction Wants Hun
ter Indicted in Order 10 Keep
Him In the Race.

Frankfort. KY, April 16,-A truce in the
senatorial battle has been declared until
next Tuesday The respective steering
committees this afternoon signed agree
ments that on Monday only one vote should
be east for each OF the candidates. Nearly
half of the members have gone home or
elsewhere to stay until Tuesday. and most
of the remaining half will 90 TO Louisville
on special train to attend the address OF
William j. Bryan at the Auditorium. 1t
is generally agreed that the Blackburn
people are hoping for the Indictment OF
Hunter, on the idea that il indicted he
can not withdraw under a cloud ana the
cloud could not be lifted until the trial CT
the indictments, which would last the
summer out.
The grand jury. which has kept three
deputy sheriffs busy looking for aud sum
moning witnesses for two weeks, Ii not
yet through and adjourned again tonight
without making a report. The court I'D
journs carly tomorrow afternoon for me
week, and It is said that Judge CHntriil
has notified the Jury that report must be
forthcoming before the adjournment
Thee were three ballots today, resulting
as follows.
Hunter 5s. Blackburn AZ. Martin IL.
co.
Hon. Samuel Taylor. representing Chair
man Hanna of the National republican
committee. sent q long telegram to Senator
Hanna last night. In IL he is reported 10
have told Hanna that the senatorial stu
alton had reached the stage where three
fourths Of the republican members wanted
Or. Hunter to withdraw, and he fhrth"r
asked Mr. Hanna what TO do. TAYLOR does
not want TO discuss the contents OF his phi
vate dispatches. and the truth OF the ie.
ported communications to Hanna can not
De confirmed.