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The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31

Sleighing again.
For the best coffee in town so to
Gray's.
Financially, the cake walk was a
failure.
No court today, on account of the
election.
w. ]. Wade, of McAlester is in
town today,
Remember, the poor we have al
ways with us.
Ribbon cane syrup in five gallon
kegs at Grays.
A, NJ Brock is transacting business
at Hayden today.
Grayson Wills went home to White
oak on this mornings train.
For Sale-5oo tons of hay in stack;
address Fred L. Kelly, Vinita. j2Stf
Bird Ballinger, Jim Parks and John
Skillman, came in from Big Cabin TO-
day.
Miss Laura Chouteau leaves tomor-
row for Claremore for two months
visit.
Ewing Halsell brayed the weather
and went west on this mornings
train.
Brdgman is out of luck again, not
having had pie for breakfast in
week.
A very desirable residence lot for sale
OIL north Wilson street. Apply at this
office.
George Mitchell and John Butler,
of the board of education, were in the
city today.
Andy Hampton, living twelve miles
in the country, cast the first vote this
morning on the treaty-'for."
This weather produces a need for
cough cures. Anything you want in
this line at Foreman's Pharmacy.
You want to buy your drugs at Il
price which is fair? We can trade on
those terms. Peoples drug store.
Pap" Simpson, in the interest of
enlightening his brother, at Bruins
wick, orders The Daily sent to him.
Your physicians prescriptions scien-
tiflcally and promptly filled with pure
fresh drugs at Foreman's Pharmacy.
Winfield Scott came in from St,
Louis this morning and took dinner
with "Uncle Boob" and Jim Hall at
Gus's.
Owing to the unfayorable weather
the emancipation celebration was
postponed from last night to Wednes-
day night.
Logan Frogue, living north Of town,
came in yesterday from Zack Pun
phrey's ranch, near Okmulgee, where
he has been buying cattle.
The board of equalization has not
yet adjourned, sine die, but nearly
everybody has good naturedy con-
cluded to stand the raise.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
A Change in Prospect.

For some time 1T has been under
stood that the Chicago & Alton rail-
road was to be sold aud it is reported
that the Katy is in the syndicate that
is proposing to buy it. If this be the
case it is probable the Chicago-Galves-
ton train heretofore run via the Burl-
ington will be transferred to the AL
ton at Higbee, crossing the Mississip-
ri at Louisiana.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
is TO ONE OUTDONE.
''For the Treaty" From all
Directions.
Special to the Daily chIeftain.

Special to the Daily Chieftain.
TAHLEoUAH, Jan. 31.-The vote
at 1:15 this afternoon stood l5S for
ratification of the Cherokee treaty
to Is against. Information by
telephone and otherwise from
other points indicates the ratifica-
ton by big majority. The gen
eral feeling is, by those who regret
to see the passing of the Cherokee
government: "It's better than
the Curtis bill"
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
If Your Paper Misses.

If the carrier misses you, communl-
cate with this office any time before
six O'Clock and we will see that you
get a paper. Don't wait, thinking he
may come yet; when the usual time
has elapsed take steps to communi-
cate with the office.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Too Cold for Large Vote.

Owing to the temperature, today's
election can hardly be regarded as a
fair expression on the treaty. AS a
general proposition, it is the extrem-
ests, on both sides, who have turned
out and voted.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Election Officers.

Election officers are: West side the
track-Marma Daniels and Capt.
Nelms, judges; Henry Ballard and
Bert Chandler, clerks. East side
Webb Burlington and ]. +. Charles
worth, judges; d. NJ. Mars and Will
Tygar, clerks.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Husband and Wife Dead.

A woman named Tucker died at
Wagner Friday and her husband
Sunday, and both were buried in the
same grave Other members of the
family are very sick.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Children Better,

Nat Skinner went to Chelsea this
morning. His children, who have
been very sick at Eureka Springs, are
now doing nicely, but Mr.. Skinner
is keeping in reach by telegraph all
the time,
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31

Special to the Daily Chleftain.
CHoUTEAU, Jan. 81, 1886 p. NJ
One hundred and five votes have
been cast at this place, all in
favor Of the treaty. Very few
votes remain to be polled.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Wanted-an Opportunity.

Everybody knows ours is a first
class drug store in every respect. If
an opportunity is given we can prove
to everybody that it will be to their
advantage to trade with us. Peoples
drug store.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Postponed.

The severe weather having prevent
ed Miss Goodykoontz from calling on
all those whom she desired in relation
to the whist club, the meeting named
for tonight has been deferred.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
The Carriers.

1t will take very much colder and
more stormy weather than this to
keep the Chieftain's boys from carry
ing their routes. They are every one
of them native Klondikers.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
To Cure a Cold in One Day

Take laxative bromo quinine tab
lets. All druggists refund money If
it fails to cure, 25c. The genuine has
L. b. @. on each tablet. VS. may
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
She's Improving.

Robert Ironside came in from Sa-
pulpa last evening to vote for the
treaty. Mrs. Ironside, now at San
Antonio, is improving in health and
gaining flesh.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
He is Sick.

Those who have noted the absence
OF our notoriously Industrious friend,
August Schliecker, from his jewelry
store, will not be surprised to learn
that he is sick
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
AT VINITA.

The vote on the Delaware side
today up to the time of going to
press is about ten to one in favor
of the treaty. On the Coowees-
coowee side the majority is nearly
double that ratio.
From other towns up and down
the two railroads the word is very
much the same.
Special to the Daily Chieftain.
FAIRLAND, Jan. 81, $3.50 p. NJ
This city gives 115 for, 1 against.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
All Right Now.

Last snow storm Harry Hunt order
ed a set of runners to attach to his
buggy. They came 100
late for service then but were all
right this morning.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
One Against Two.

Harvey Shelton, member of the
board of education, has made the dis
covery that two persons can out vote
one most every time they are of a
mind to do so.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31

The Katy will abandon its old
shops at Sedalia on the 18th of
this month.
The daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Ind. Ter. [Okla.]) 1898-1902, 1899-01-31
Probabilities.

Fair tonight; fair and warmer We'd
nesday.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
ma rAmN,Nos or rnorrrns.

That the earning ,hpati,y Of the tro,-
ter IN increasing each year N shown by
the annual Increase In tho winnings OF
the leading campaigners. and should
the season Of 1899 bring forth another
John Nolan or Direetum Kelly he will
he able 10 land even more money than
the sensations OF 1885. Like Rilmn. the
champion Of 1891. the leader OF last
year was n green horse when the cam
palEn opened In the spring and but lit
tie heard Of outside 81 Montana. John
Nolan was a natural PAGER. but revolt
ed ana took 10 the trot ana stuck 10 II
despite all efforts Of his trainer 10 make
him pace. Although but n t-ycar-old.
he won over $4,000. Including In his
victories such priced events aH the
Charter oak and the Transylvania.
Dircctum Kelly was tho only trotter
10 win over $4,000. and he was i-year.
old also. This colt made nH brilliant
record as was ever placed TO the credit
Of trottcr. lie won all his engage
menis. eight In number. representing a
total Of $4,000. Including the 81. and 81.
stake az Detroit and tho Queen city
5000 stake Ut Fort Erie. Matte Pat
tcrson. who looked 10 promising just
after her Cleveland race. wound up the
season only $3.50 short OF 10000 In win
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

In the Indian mutlny In 1875 and was
for some time stationed In Canada. In
his young days he was one of the
hardest men TO beat In stecpiechase.
being afraid OF nothing and Inspiring
his horse with some OF his own conf
donee.
within the last three or -four years
he has taken 20 inanimnte target shoot
Ing. ana II one Of the most reliable men
20 put on team when n good score IL
needed. lie II most enthusiastic when
shooting. being about the FIRST 20 begin
ana always the last TO stop. HIS fnvor-
Ito remark az u tournament whom shoot
Ing has alackcned II, what are We
here for7''
Another well known shot who VIII
take part In the Grand American 10
nolln q. Iieikes, who was born In illl-
nols, but IL now and has been for some
time q resident Of Ohio. living at Day
ton. lie In the champion of the world
at innnimnto target shooting and holds
the u. G. cup. emblemntic Of that title.
lie II ACKNOWLEDGED 10 stand In class
by himself at that style OF shooting,
quite recently he has taken 10 live bird
shooting and holds the championship Of
America at that game, having won the
cast iron medal at Chicago some II
months ago and since then defended II
successfully In ave contests against
such men ns Fred Gilbert. Charles NJ,
Grimm and c. W. Dudd. all OF whom
hail from Iowa.
lie has recently added 10 his iaurela
by winning the sportsmen's association
championship at inanlmntc targets. held
.. ,.a root ~ Madison guuaVa narIan
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
PROMINENT CANDIDATES AND PAST WINNERS OF THE
GRAND AMERICAN HANDICAP.

a trench feet deep and feet broad.
to which access IN gained by means OF
stairway covered by n trapdoor
While the shooting II In progress the
live birds are kept In this trench. which
Is warmer IN winter and cooler In sum
NOR than the outside air. The trapper
remains In the trench with his birds,
and us each trap II sprung and the
pigeon flien that trap II Immediately
filled from underneath instead OF hav-
Ing a man run out from the score with
a fresh bird.
The man who pulls the traps and the
dogs. with their handlers. are also In u
sunkcn oubby house lust at the right
OF the scorer. The mems heads appear
just over the level Of the ground. A.
birds are retrieved they are thrown Into
this compartment. 70 that no dead or
wounded birds are seen lying about on
the ground The clubhouse II n model
OF convenience and elegance. with ex-
ceilcnt accommodations for 900 shoot
ers and a large concourse OF onlookers
should the weather prove stormy, as
tho building IN closed In with glass
front and heated throughout.
Last year an innovation was adopted
In that each shooter was tagged with
his number ana handicap. and the Same
system VIII be used this year This tng
II pinned on the back OF each man, "a
that contestants can easily tell who n
at the score and when their turns are
likely 10 come. while the referee can see
at glance whether the shooter n NJ
his right mark or not. II also enables
spectators TO pick out the men with
whose faces they are not familiar.
All the crack shots In America Will
be on hand TO take part In the handi-
cap. and It In expected that some very
hlEh scores viii be made. Among them
win be Captain A, W. Money, who oc.
cuples unique position among Tho
trap shooters Of America and In un'
doubtedly the hest known OF them all
IIe n an Engllahmnn and has been over
/ here for about ten years. During that
| time he has shot about as many live
/ bird matches Ms anybody In the ooun'
try. Notwithstanding his business In
tereats. for he IN at the head OF IN,
American ''ig. C." a schuitze Gunpow,
der company,
Captain Money IL great genera
= when shooting matches aud In perhaps
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
TIE GRAND AMERICAN HANDICAP.
BLUE RIBBON OF THE SHOOTING WORLD

are TO shoot together there Is sure TO be
some grumbling, stlli II IL generally ac-
knowledgcd that the work has been well
done.
Elkwood park. the beautiful grounds
near Long Branch, n. J.. viii again be
the scene OF the great event These
pigeon shooting grounds are undouht-
eddy the finest In their line In the world
not even excepting the famous ones at
Monte Carlo, OF those around New
York. Philadelphia and Paris, or the
liuriingham Gruunds near London.
The situation of the grounds and
clubhouse IN the center OF pretty park
~ quite picturesque and commands
me view of the ocean. A tract OF Is
acres Is embraced by the pigeon
grounds proper The surface II nnc.
level turf. The main feature OF the
plan IL that three sets OF traps are laid
QUITO the west and north and south ~
the cluhhouse--so that the same mum.
Der Of sets. or matches. may be In prog.
rcss at the same time. Many OF the
disaErccablc features Of pigeon shoot.
ing are done away With In the construc-
tion of the ttaps, These are placed over
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

the best handler that anybody could
wish TO have behind him In a tight
nnlsh. curlously enough, although he
has been shooting pigeons for many
years. both In England and In Ameri-
ca. he lie now. when about 10 enter up
ON his sixtieth year, shooting better
than ever and has made some remarka-
bic scores during the past winter. His
best scores for 100 bird races are % out
OF 100 with G. =. Guthrie at the Car
totet clubs grounds last November and
% out OF 100 at Yardviiie. n. j.. In his
match with John Rothackcr OF Phlia-
dclphla last February.
In 1884, he was second In the grand
American handicap. scoring rs straight
but losing FIRST place after shooting on
the tic with r. W. Morley. Tho Grand
American handicap has always found
him well IN In front. his scores being el.
ther q or ~.
lie saw service with the British army
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

considered tina, the work has been made
TO order for Mr. Daniels and that ev-
cry possible advantage has been taken
" the chunky but dimlnutiye come
dams quaint personality and inlmlta-
bile pecullarlties OF manner and speech,
MIR. Rankon In a gentleman OF much
ability In his chosen field OF work, and
Mr., La shelle II an cx-newrpaper man
rarily abandoned journalistic work on
~ because of the greater aliurcments Of
theatrical management In which he has
been omlnently successful. OF Mr., Her
bert nothing need be said. There In no
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
nrNINAL or rnn swonp.

The sword IN again having ita day.
Twenty years ago leading actorn prlded
themselves on thelrcollcctions Of swords.
Then camo the modern comedy, with its
costumes n In mode. The swords were
packed away 10 rust IN their scnhbards,
The velvet shape dresses Of the time
OF Louis NIlI and Louis XIV became
food Tor moths Closely following the
revival OF the romantic 10 literature has
come a revival " the old romantic mel
odrama. what with tho rival muskot-
GERS, sothefn and O'Ncill and olcotrs
duel In ~ Romance ~ Athlone' once
more the sword has become an impor-
tant factor IN SOLVING dramatic nltua-
tlons. Tho maltre des armeH II In de-
mand. Tho actor In again learning how
TO fence. The walking stick OF modern
comedy must take rest. The sword 10
king,
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

gained for him the sobrlquct among
his friends Of The Big swede." Sue
cess has not turned his head In the
slightest: hence he Is Just as popular
today as he was ten years ago. perhaps
more SO. as he has become better
known. His favorite relaxation Is fish-
ing for black bass. 80 long as the
weather Is warm and flne he doesn't
care whether he catches any FISH and
Is thus easily satisfied, unlike many an
other devotce Of the piscatorial art.
The names OF the winners of the
Grand American handicap are as fol-
lows. Il. A. weich. 1879. Thomas w.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

ton TO become u minister, and his
friends are stun fearful that he win one
day leave the stage for the pulpit.
A new London club provides shelter,
rest and recreation for the humber peo-
pie Of the stage In the hours between
rehearsal and the evening performance,
or between the matinee and evening.
The amusement poster Is sometimes
both original and novel In Its state
mcnt. one which adorned the front OF
New York house lately read an fol-
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

great event Of the year In spite of the
fact that the tournament Ia only six
years old. when the first Grand Amer
lean was started In 1888. Il did not meet
with the unanimous approval OF tho
shooters, who did not like the Idea OF
putting $50 In 20 bird swocpHtake.
handicap though II be. The result OF the
first year proved the wisdom OF the pro-
moterr. The experts perceived that
there was good money 10 be won. ana
the future OF the handicap was assured.
This year the great match VIII take
place next Tuesday. Wednesday and
Thursday. ana II IL not saying too much
10 assert tnat the shooting public II
awaiting the result with Intense inter-
est. II IN expected that not less than
$50 and probably nearly 800 shooters
viii present themselves ms candidates
for the big sums that are offered. As
was the ease last year. 1880 VIII be
guaranteed 10 the three high guns IN
the proportion OF 5000. $500 ana 500. A
slight change. however, has been made
in the division OF the surplus, which
will, an usual. be added 10 the purse.
Instead OF two moneys for each addi-
tlonai ten entries over and above 20. the
number necessary 10 MI the guarantee.
there VIII be three additional moneys
for each ten entries over co. provision
being made for any number OF entries
up TO and including 900. with an ar
rangement should there be more shoot
ers.
The Interstate association, under
whose management the shoot takes
place, has donated q handsome silver
trophy, to be presented to the winner
OF the event. This prize viii be well
worth striving for irrespective OF the
inducement Of the money to be raked
in. for the fortunate winner VIII thus
have something to remind him In after
days and as a proof that he defeated
the best shots In the country at the
greatest shoot In the world,
Mr.. Elmer y. simmer. the wen known
manager OF the Interstate association.
viii direct the affair as In former years,
which In itself Is guarantee that ev-
erythlng viii be run smoothly and with
out any hitch. The handicappers are
men who are thoroughly well aequaint-
ed with the capabilities OF the eompet-
itors, and. although when such "a large
number OF shooters of different oaiibers
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
PEOPLE OF THE THEATER.

entitled 'rhe Children Of Israel" It
deals with the persecution OF the Jews
In Russia and VIII require the services
Of nearly 800 persons.
Paris IL said to be- so thoroughly de-
voted 10 the music halls that the situa-
ton Of the serious theaiers grows worse
every year.
one line In new topical song has
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

OF 90 weeks OF "cyrano de pergerac"
Is $4,000.
Seven London theaters are managed
by Americana.
oscar Wide has written new mod
ern comedy which win be produced In
London In May The authors name
win be concealed when II Ii produced,
but II Is 40 characteristic that It's au-
thorship cannot be mistaken.
James X. Iiackett studied law after
he left college. lie also had an amoi-
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

A new English melodrama bears the
promising title IN the way OF sensation
u woman and Wine"
Joseph O'AIara, the tenor Of "The
Highwayman' and "'rhe Three ORA
goons." proposes TO abandon opera for
the dramatic Stage.
Edwin Arden. Julia Arthur's original
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
The Fixture Is Regarded as
the Most Important Event
Of the Year Intense
Interest Manifested In
the Coming Tour
nament.

icopyrisht. 1879. by Leo E,herlns,on.l
II Is typical Of American enterprise
and grit that whatever the Yankee
takes up he aims to do better than any
other nation. Consequently II Ia hardly
any cause for surprise that the trap
shooters Of this country are recognized
as among the best In the world and
that the premier shooting fixture Of the
globe IL decided In the United States.
The Grand American handicap has
rome to be- regarded by experts ne the
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
MopJEsk as TRANS.

Nine Modleska. the famous actress.
N one Of the few people who can do two
things az the same moment. She Will
sit upon the stage apparently writing a
letter that causes her the greatest grief
and agony--the tears running down her
checks and the sobs shaking her whole
frame-and on the paper that lies before
her she draws funny carioatures OF per-
sons she knows,
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

az, nnd the piece has already been
tested In Washington and Chicago
with considerable success, The eX-
traordinary but much loved character
OF the stern old Highlander. Lachlan
Campbell, was taken by that veteran OF
the theatrical profession, Mr.. j. II.
stoddart. Although 20 years Of age, this
grand Old man OF the stage haa boon
able 10 study and commit TO mem
Dry a part that II both lengthy ana ex-
haustlng, and then. better still. 10 enact
the role In an artistic manner.
ARTHUR CMsPIN.
New York
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18
THE STAGE
IN GOTHAM.
Arthur Crispin's Theatrical
GOssip-''ln Gay Paree"
and lis PeculiaritieS.

tCoryrlsht. 100. by Arthur cfisrln1
The Casino In this city does not APP
pear to be able 10 get genuine success
which shall be at the same time devoid
" suggestion. or. to give II It's proper
name. NTH. In Gay pnrce." the latest
onering at that home OF gay frivollty.
IL not only not clean. but. what IN worse
from the Casino standpoint. 1t ~ neither
very funny nor very interesting. An
other thing that " distinct drawback
10 its lasting popularity IL that such
sugEcstlveness as u does contain II not
In any sense witty or snappy aud APP
pears to have been yankcd In BY the
hair Of the head for no other reason
than that twas supposed 10 be- naughty.
The public ~ the country have nt
times taken the bit between their teeth
20 90 speak and have refused a. accept
New Iotk's dlcium with reference to
matters theatrical Especially has this
been tho case with regard 10 musical
farccs IN which considerable violence
was done 10 the proprictlcs. New York
has tolerated such entertainments when
the suTgcstivcncaa has been nccompa-
MED by bright rcpaftco and where the
questionable lines ana situations have
appeared 10 b. the logical outcome Of
the story sought 10 be told. but for
plain. aoHay Nth American audiences.
even those In this city. have no use
whatever.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1899-04-18

Music was once the handmade Of re-
have long been allied. II II seldom.
however. that the stage and the pulpit
about 20 do, That delightful book by
Ian Mnclnrcn. beside the Bonnie
nricr Ilush,' has been dramatiEcd by