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The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05
GRAND OFFICERS ELECTED
By Knights Of PythiaS and by Grand Temple.
Widows and Orphans Home To Be
Established

morning TO ihe election OF officers,
choosing the iollowins
Grand Chief Lotte Ruley Thomas.
Grand Senior, Lena Morgan. Chick
asha.
Grand Junior Leda streeier Okla
homa City
Grand Manager Mrs. Sharp, Sui
phur
Grand A. Of II. & c. Inea Brengle.
Guthrie.
Grand NJ. F.. Tina Watson. carne-
gle.
Grand G. p. Hattie Kukuk. Duncan.
Grand Guard. Maude Donnelley.
Prague.
Supreme Representative. Mrs. Mar
garet Frazier. Enid.
Alternate Mrs. Rose. Oklahoma
City.
Muskogee was selected as the place
for the next grand lodge meeting.
Afternoon Session.
At o'clock the grand lodge listened
to the report Of the committee on the
establishing Of a home for widows and
orphans. Several propositions we're
advanced and a warm discussion oc-
Cured
1t Is expected that the work OF the
session viii not be concluded till late
tonight.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05

during the night and left this morning
over the Pauls Valley line. secre-
tary A. w. McKeand of the Chamber
Of Commerce. is in command Of the
expedition and the excursionists are
fine set of fellows.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05
MAJOR oRANLEE pUYS
THE SULPHUR DEMOCRAT

Ardmore. Okla. May 5.-Maior VIM.
F Granlee Of this city has bought
the Sulphur Democrat and will move
to that place at once. He was former
ly part owner and business manager
of the Chickasha Express and is one
of the best known newspaper men in
Oklahoma.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05
BUSINESS LOT SOLD.

George Calvert sold his business lot
between Second and Third on Chick.
asha avenue, on which the Chinese res.
taurant now stands. to Elmer Terrell,
this week. The deal was made through
A. B. Thompson.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05
A BIG fire AT TUTTLE

and only two buildings we're burned.
The buildings occupied by the Davis
Hardware Company and the MayfIeld
Confectionery we're burned to the
ground with their contents.
The loss ic estimated between si5-
600 and $4,000, partially covered BY
insurance.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05

Special TO The Express.
Tuttle, Okla, May Sat o'clock
this afternoon fire broke out In the
Ewing buildings and for a time Il
looked like the entire business section
Of the town would be destroyed
But by heroic work the flames we're
under control within = half an hour
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1909-05-05

The Court Of Honor IS making ar
rangements for a special musical and
entertainment Friday night
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
DOUGLASS RELEASED ON BAIL
Pulaski Grand Jury Finds No
 Indictment
In Mysterious Canister Killing Case Against Douglass Will Be
 Dismissed.
FROM SATURDAYS DAILY.

After examining twenty-two wit messes at Little Rock yesterday, the Pulaski county grand jury failed to return any indictment in the matter of the killing Of Roy Canister, which occurred March r at Argenta. Ofie Douglas of this city, who was the only person under arrest in connection with the killing, was released on bail and retu' ned to this city yesterday afternoon.
 After the witnesses had been ex- amined by the grand jury, Pros ecuting Attorney Roy D. Campbell appeared before the court and stated that the grand jury had been un- able to secure sufficient evidence against any person to warrant an indictment. The jury, he stated, desired to adjourn, and had decided to recommend that Offie Douglass be held under bond to appear be- fore the next grand jury, which convenes in May. The jury took this action, the prosecuting attor- ney stated, on account of the fact that they thought the case should be further investigated before being dismissed.
 Douglass bond was fixed at S2 800 by the court and was readily furnished, he being released at once. It is generally thought that the next grand jury will dismiss the case against Douglass, and seems doubtful that the mystery of the killing will ever be unraveled.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
WANT STATE CONVENTION
Shakespeare Club willlEndeavor to Have A. F. w. c. Meet in Conway.
 FROM FRIDAYS DAILY,
FROM FRIDAYS DAILY.

At a meeting of the Conway Shakespeare Club yesterday after noon resolutions were adopted for the purpose of securing the next convention of the Arkansas Fedora tion of Women's s Clubs in Conway.
 The Board of Trade and the city council will be asked to join in the invitation and members of tie club express the belief that the meeting can be secured for this city. Mrs. Jo Frauenthal and Misses Della Pence and Elsie Harrison will go as delegates from the local club to the convention, which meets in Fort Smith April 20 to g.
 The election of officers for the ensuing year was also had yester- day, resulting as follows: Mrs. O.. o. Florence, president; Mrs. Jo Frauenthal, first vice-president; Mrs. w. B. Stark, second vice president; Miss Elsie Harrison, secretary; Mrs. ]. J. Doyne, treas urer; Mrs. J. F. Weinmann, press correspondent.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
TAX COLLECTOR
 KEEPING BUSY

Nearing the home stretch on the period of tax collecting, Sheriff w. M. Brady and his deputies are kept as busy as the proverbial cran- berry merchant this week. The last day on which taxes may be paid without a penalty expires next Saturday, April 10, and today nearly one-third of the receipts are yet to be issued. From early morn- ing until dark the office is crowded with tax payers and the officials are forced to work far into tbe night i'll order to keep their books straight and make out the receipts for those who are paying taxes by mail.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
NORMAL BOARD IN SESSION
Monthly Bills Allowed at Meeting Held In
 Little Rock.

Little Rock, April 1.-Special- Pres. J. J. Doyne, of the Arkansas State Normal; Supt. George B. Cook, Treasurer J. l.. Yates and Supt. B. w. Torreyson of the Lit tie Rock public schools, members of the State Normal board. held a regular monthly meeting in the of fee of Supt. Cook yesterday after noon and allowed monthly bills amounting to ST. 800. Pres. Doyne stated that the Normal is improv- ing each day, and predicted that next year, its second one, it will have nearly double the scholarship of this year. If the legislature grants the appropriation asked for the grounds will be considerably beautihed during the summer months.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
STATEFAIR
 ASKS FOR AID

Little Rock, April 3.-A move to give the Arkansas state fair aid to the amount of S25, 1000 through an appropriation by the state will be inaugurated in the senate Mon- day. A bill will be introduced by Senator Hamp Williams of the thirty-frst district providing for the appropriation of the amount through a commission to be ap- pointed by the governor, the most of the money to go for the purchase of premiums to be distributed to the people of the state and other exhib- itors of the state fair. The argu- ment in favor of the appropriation is that the money thus appropriat- ed would have direct tendency to raise the standards of agriculture, horticulture, stock raising and other occupations the product ot which are exhibited at state fair.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
GIVE UP TO LEVEE BOARD
Little Business Done by Legislature Thurs
 day-Pres. Martin III.

Little Rock, April 2.-Special.- Business by the house and senate yesterday afternoon was pretty gen. orally given over to the St. Fran cis Levee Board. President Mar tin of the senate was stricken with vertigo about noon and was in the afternoon confined to his bed at the Marion. This left the senate without a head. The only bill taken up in the afternoon was the Mckenzie bill for the analysis of soils and this was postponed until Monday for further action. The senate then adjourned so that the St. Francis Levee Board could meet in the senate chamber.
 The house had the Hurst assess ment bill up for second days wrestle with it, and after much debate, Hurst ot Washington clos ing, the bill passed, 51 to 29. This bill, if passed by the senate, will p ,rmit the assessor of each county to appoint two deputy assessors for each township and has for its aim the placing of all property in the state on the tax books at its true valre.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
Motion Picture Meeting.

Little Rock April 2.-There will be meeting of the motion picture men of Arkansas in Little Rock next Monday at which the alleged trust" films will try to prevent the manufacturers who claim to be independent from getting con- trol over the state. Two Little Rock moving picture theatres at the present time are boosting the independent" films and an official of this company will come to Lit tie Rock this week to be present at the state meeting of the picture show men and endeavor to show tdem the superiority of their films.
 The contest between the two will be watched with interest by those who are familiar with the motion picture work in the state.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
GRAND JURY IS
 INVESTIGATING

Little Rock, April Especial. Tine Pulaski county grand jury is today Investigating the myste- rious killing of Roy Canister, which occurred in Argenta early last Saturday morning. So far as is known, there have been no de- velopments in the case since the arrest of Banister's companion, Offie Douglass of Conway, who IS now in jail here awaiting the ac- ton of the grand jury.
 Among the witnesses from Con- way who are here, having been summoned to appear before the grand jury, are the following Marshal J. R. Charles, Night Mar shal John Durham, James Cox, w. l.. and Ed Bsn-ister and Tom Markham. R. c Bruce, who represents young Douglass, and T. k. Douglass, hisfathef, are also in the city.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
NORMAL LOSES TO HENDERSON
Very Pretty Game Goes to the.
 Visitors Yesterday.
Erwin First Man to Bat for Normal Knocks Home Run--Defeat
 Caused by Errors.
FROM FRIDAYS DAILY.

In one of the prettiest games of baseball played in this city for sev- eral years the Henderson College team of Philadelphia defeated the State Normal team of this city by the score of 3 to ?. The fireworks were started ill the first inning, when Erwin, the crack catcher of lhe Normal team, hit the first ball pitched and drove 1t over the right field fence for "a home run. This gave the Normal boys much en- enlargement bat they were unable to make any more scores Tn this inning. Henderson tied the score in her half of the inning and then the game settled down to genuine major league baseball. In Hen- derson's half of the fifth inning, 1t look as if they might. pile two or three scores as two men were on bases and no outs. Downing, pitched good ball, and pulled out of a bad hole and only one score was made in this inning. Anoth- CT tally was added to their list i'll the seventh inning, making the score 3 to I in their favor. In the Normal half of the eighth inning, good batting enabled them to run in one score and chances looked as if the score would be tied, but by Massey's good pitching, the game ended } to in Henderson s favor. The home run of Erwin and the batting of Brown for the visitors were the only features of the game. Following is the score by innings:
 I234567S9 R H F. Normal 100000 OIO "A Henderson ooOIoIoo STA
 Summary: Batteries-Downing and Erwin; Massey and Brown Home run, Erwin. Two base hit, Brown. Bases on balls-Of Down. ing 4; off Massey one. Struck out By Downing IT; by Massey IS Umpires-Wiltur and Kirby.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
PASTOR GIVEN RECEPTION
Presbyterian Ladies' Aid Entertain at
 Home of T. M Moore.
FROM SATURDAYS DAILY.

The members of the ladies aid of the Conway Presbyterian church gave reception last evening at the home of Mir. and Mrs. T. M. Moore, in honor of their pastor, Rev. A. M. McLauchlin and wife, and a few other friends. The cozy little home was ,gaily deeked with spring flowers. Violets, li- laos, spirias and crimson japonics in every nook and corner lent their beauty and perfume to brighten the scene. From a violet ladened table punch was served throughout the evening by Misses Wilma Bruce, Katie Martin and Julia Robins. An interesting musical program, consisting of vocal num- bers by Miss Caroline Muth and MT. and Mrs. Kirby, and instru- mental selections by Misses Laura and Sallie Harton and Julia Rob- ins, was one of the delightful fea- lures of the evening. Dr. J. E.. Godbey added much to the pleas ure and entertainment by giving two of his inimitabie humorous se- lections which were heartily en- joyed. Delicious cream and cake were served.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
LEADERS TURN TO SUBMISSION
Prohibition Forces Introduce New
 Bill.
Provides for No Change in Present Law Except as to License-Election
 July 28.

Little Rock, April Especial. Prepared by the prohibition lead CTS of the state. new statewide prohibition bill was introduced in the senate today by Senators Hen- derson and Mckenzie. The bill provides for no change in the matter of issuing license.
 Should the bill become a law a special election will be held on July 28 for the sole purpose of vot- ing on statewide prohibition. If a majority of the people vote for pro- h1bition, it will be unlawful to is- sue license for the sale of liquor af- ter Jan I, 1910, thus putting the entire state in the same attitude as a county voting against license is now.
 The bill meets the objections which have been urged against the preceding prohibition measures and complies with the Democratic platform in its submission feature, and those favoring it are confident that it will pass both houses.
 To Exempt Factories.
 The senate this morning adopted a resolution providing for the sub- mission of a constitutional amend ment exempting cotton factories from taxation.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
PACKET co. TO
 GET TWO BOATS

Little Rock, April I.-Special.- w. E. Ingram, an old riverman of this section who will be in charge of the two boats which will ply upon the upper Arkansas to barge coal and handle the freight of the Lit tie Rock Packet Co.,, which is ex- pected to lessen freight rates, is now in Menominee, Wis, prepar- ing the boats for their long trip to Arkansas. He left here Tuesday, taking with him several old river men who will make the trip back with the boats. The boats will be run down Green Bay to Fox River and thence to the canals which connect it with the Wisconsin riv- CT.
 Should conditions not be right the boats may have to be lowed all the way to the Wisconsin river. The boats are too long for the locks ln the canal, and should the wa ter not be high enough to allow the boats to pass over the locks, as it usually is at this season of the year, the stern wheels will have to be removed and the boats lowed the entire length of the canal. From the Wisconsin river the boats will have no difficulty in reaching the Mississippi.
 Mir. Ingram is under contract to deliver the boats at the wharf of St. Louis by May 5. Should the boats reach St. Louis by that time large delegation will probable go from here to meet them and make the balance of the journey on board. Should the boats reach St. Louis May 5, they should ar rive in Little Rock within week later.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
All'S We'll That Ends We'll.

Prescott, April "A romance which had its inception when they were children and which was in- terrupted for eight years,ss on ac- count of lovers quarrel, has eliminated happily here in the marriage of Miss Alta Martin of this city and Edgar Erwin of Long Branch, Cal. Following a recent reconciliation Erwin came half way across the continent, bringing with him a ring which the girl had formerly worn to place it up- on her finger and claim her as his bride. The couple have left for California to reside.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
TWO MAYORS
 AT RUSSELLv|LlE

Russellville, April 2.-Special.- Russellville is the only city in the state that enjoys the distinction of having two mayors, the queer con- dition probably to continue until the supreme court passes upon the suit brought by Judge J. T. Bull lock to oust J. F. Hogins. Both men continue to perform portion of the functions of mayor. It IS said that they remain personal friends, but each believes himself entitled to the office and is unwill- ing to relinquish it.
 Hogins is acting by appointmei t of the governor and held held tte office since his father, the late Reece B. Hogins, resigned on ac- count of i'll health. In special election afterward called by the governor to fill the vancancy Judge Bullock received POS votes, having had no opposition, and he was certified to the govern or as the successful candidate and received a commission. Bullock presides over the council meetings, bat Hogins has the books and papers and continues to exercise the functions of a magistrate and other duties ard privileges pertain ing to the office. He claims that Bullock $ election was illegal.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
Bridal Party Welcomed.

Editor Log Cabin Democrat:
 I. M. Hunt and his bride, who was Mrs. A. l.. Kelly of Vilonia, Ark, arrived here this morning and were greeted at the station by many admiring friends who shower ed the couple with rice. MT. and Mrs. Hunt went to their beautiful prairie home, where sumptuous dinner had been prepared, the oc- casion being heartily enjoyed by large number of guests. We con- gratulate them and wish for them a most happy union. H. c. P.
 Brookston, Tex, March 30, 1909.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
EASY VICTORY FOR HENDRIX
Henderson Team Piles Up Errors
 and Loses Game.
Hendrix takes First of Intercollegiate Base Ball Series on Local Field,
 6toI.
FROM THURSDAYS DAILY

In a game rendered rather un- interesting by the ragged playing of the visitors, Hendrix College easily defeated the Henderson baseball team yesterday afternoon on the Hendrix field, the score being 6 to I in favor of the home team. A total of II errors was piled up by the visitors, who went to pieces in the fourth inning, when two hits netted four runs for Hendrix, and they never had a chance at the game thereafter.
 Henderson, however, was the first to score and played good ball until the fourth.
 The fielding of Hendrix was ex- cellent, the team playing in mid season form, but the batting on both sides was light.
 Score: K H l. Hendrix 70 o O4 o oox 6 4 ? Henderson I o o OOI3 II
 Batteries-Henderson and Park CT; Williams and Brown.
 Summary-Two-base hit, Don aldson. Sacrifice Hit, Ramsey. Stolen bases, Clayton and Tender son. Passed ball, Brown. Struck out-by Henderson s; by Williams 5. Bases on balls-Off Henderson ?; off Williams ?. Hit by pitcher, Williams and Massey. Umpire, Kirby.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
BILL POSTPONED
Opponents of State Capitol Meas
 ure Gain a Point.
Senate Passed General Appropriation and Took an Adjournment at
 Noon.

Little Rock, April 3.-Oppc- nents of the Patterson bill provid- ing for the discharge of Caldwell & Drake and all others connected hitherto with the building of the state capitol and for the settlement of the contractors claims against the state by an adjustment board, prevented the bill from coming to a vote yesterday afternoon in the house and thereby scored an inn portant point for themselves, for had the measure been voted upon it is considered very likely 1t would have passed.
 As it is the bill will probably go over until Tuesday. The oppo- nents of the measure hope by press ing the Davis bill, which would permit Caldwell & Drake to go ahead with the contract under mod fled conditions, to prevent the passage of the Patterson bill and were working strenuously for time yesterday afternoon.
 The house postponed for period of ten days any further considera- ton of the Patterson bill, provid ing for working convicts on the public roads of the state. The postponement was taken for the purpose of allowing the house to take mp and consider the bill intro duced by MT. Warnock, chairman of the house division of the joint penitentiary committee, and recom mended by the committee as the solution of the problem of convict and penitentiary management.
 Appropriation Bill Passed.
 The senate following out the pro- visions of the Touey resolution making appropriation bills sub ject to call before all others, took up the general appropriation bill for the support and maintenance of the state officers and institutions, add without quibbling proceeded to pass it as amended by a unani- nous vote of 27 to o.
 The bill is not changed material ly except in the instances where the senate increased appropria tions to meet conditions which will be governed by legislation passed at this session. It was ordered back to the house for concurrence in the amendment.
 President Martin. is still confined to his bed with an acute attack of of vertigo and was unable to pre- side. The senate named Senator Toney as president pro tenn. and he was sworn in by Justice Battle. He will perform the full duties of president of the senate during President Martins absence.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
Comments Judge Frauenthal.

Editor T. M. Woods says in this week issue of the Beebe News;
 Judge Sam Frauenthal, who is filling the position of associate jus tice of ~the state supreme court, will be a candidate for the position he holds, at the special election to be held on July I. The editor oi the News has Known Mr. Fraueh- thai ever since he began the prac- tice of law and in our opinion no abler man, or one who IS more conscientious in his line of work |, could be found for the place"
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-04-08
VOTES TO MOVE UNIVERSITY
Senate Passes Bill for Removal
 to Little Rock.
Many Arguments Offered in Favor of Bill House Works on Tax
 Revision.

Little Rock, April Especial. When the whistles were blowing for six o'clock yesterday evening, the roll in the senate was called on the passage of the bill to move the University of Arkansas to Little Rock, and it passed, IA to 9. Sen ator Wingo, who opposed the bill, arose to point of order, claiming it took a two thirds majority to pass the bill, but his point was de- clared we'll taken, and the senate adjourned for the day. The after noon session was the most lengthy of any held this year, and also one of the most keenly contested points up for argument. Logan stated that Little Rock was after the ap propriation deposit in Fayetteville. Senator Robertson said common sense would show the University should be moved to Little Rock. He said the removal of the Univer- sity would mean the foundation of a greater and larger institution. He also stated stated the climate here is better for students of all sec tions of the state than Fayetteville. Senator Henderson said that he was a friend of the University, but it had outgrown Fayetteville, and Little Rock should have it, as it pays 50 times more taxes, and the people of Arkansas should not maintain high school for Fayette- vile. Senator Wingo defended the management of the institution and stated city is not the place for University. Senator Dill stat ed the proposition to move the University is joke, and that of 6o state universities, only 9 are in capital cities. Senator Keel closed the argument, speaking at length, saying it was a matter of business, and would mean combination of the literary, law and medical de partments of the school.
 The vote was as follows. Aye Arnold, Bush, Edmondson, Glover, Henderson, Keel, Rasco, Patter- son, Robertson, Toney, Watson, Williams, Yopp and Mir, President III. Nay-Carlock, Dill, Fletch- CT, Freeman, Holland, Mckenzie, Rowland White and Wingo-o. DeRossitt and Logan, Montgomery and Green, Hamlter and Turner, Mcknight and Pindall, were pair ed, the former in each pair voting aye.
 All afternoon the house spent on the tax revision law proposed by Hurst of Washington, several lengthy speeches being made. The penitentiary committee reported in favor of having the penitentiary af fairs handled by a commission of six appointed by the governor to serve six years.