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Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-09-18
INDUSTRY OF JOSEPH |. jones
Many Sided Life CT Adjutant General
Uniform Rank, KNIGHTS of Pythias.

In view of the sweeping legislative
legislature and signed by Governor
Brown, denying the right of Afro
regalia or use the rituulistic work of
similar organizations uf white people
we give this short sketch of Joseph
L. Jones. adjutant general of the uni
form rank department. Knights OF
Pythias: He is one of the most aggres-
sive Afro-A Americans Of the west. He
smiles at the obstacles which are wont
to impede tie progress of the race, and
he may rightfully be clasSed among
the optimistic who see a great future
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-09-18
Made Wilderness Blossom Like Rose

Mound Bayou. Miss. is perhaps the
most thrifty ard widely known town
in the United States which is gov
erncd entirely by Afro-Amcricans.
Twenty years ago the place was an
uninhabiied wilderness. Today ii is
recognized as the most progressive
community in the state. During the
year its citizens have organized a
stock company for the purpose of
building a cottonseed oil mill. which
will be completed within short time.
The town was founded by Isaiah 7.
Montgomery.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-09-18
Nine. 7. D. Perkins
Scientific Scalp Specialist

CuItivating, beautifying
and growing the hair.
No matter how dar X
your skin is, these treat
ments will grow your
hair, if there is no phys
ical ailment to prevent.
My treatment has been
successful where all
others have failed. Over
one thousand women
are taking this treat
ment through the mails.
If you are interested,
write today, enclosing a
two-cent stamp. No
city mail answered: call
or phone if you live in
Denver
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
Captain Company I, 9th Inf. ,
Illinois National Guard. Quincy j.,
ILL.,, clerk, Insurance Department
State Illinois.
Bloomington News.

Mr.. M. Stearles is rapidly im-
proving
Mrs. Chas. Caldwell is able to
resume her millinery lessons
after terrible seige of rheuma-
tlSm.
Elders Geo. Hoagland, j. T.
Brown and E. Hall attended a
dinner, Thursday evening March
t, given by Rev. B N Murrell,
pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist
church.
Miss Evangeline Barton of
Alton, has returned home after a
pleasant three week visit with
Miss Leorah Walker.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Lewis
have returned from Springfield d
after lengthy visit with rela-
tives.
Mrs. Julia Johnson of West
Washington street. spent a few
days with her daughter, Mrs
Mabel Huddleson. of Gibson
City.
The G. G. G. Club pleasantly
surprised Mrs. Carter Harris at
their new home on w. Locust
street. Friday, February 60.
The ladies presented Mrs. Harris
with a beautiful gas lamp. The
evening was pleasantly spent
after which refreshments we're
served
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
The Limit.

Ollie Singleton is authority for
the following astonishing state
ment, which is to the effect:
Singleton has been discharged
from the fire department, getting
his dismissal papers Sunday.
Singleton alleges that because he
could not persuade his brothers,
Messrs. Champ and Bert Single
ton TO support Mr.. Reece. Mr..
Sullivan informed him (Ollie)
that he would lose his position.
Singleton states that he inform.
ed Mr., Sullivan that he (Single.
tom had no control over his
brothers, but Mr.. Sullivan de-
manded that Ollie bring his
brothers into camp, or lose his
place, Singleton AYERS that he
failed to capture Messrs. Champ
and Bert, and true to Mr.. Sulli-
van, not Mayor Reece orders,
he lost his position. Granting
that Singleton is telling the
truth, the whole truth and moth
ing but the truth, isn't that
about the limit. Now if this is
not true, we. reserve comment =
Ed.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
Decatur News.

The Philathea Bible class Of
the St. Peters A. M. E. Sunday
school, gave a grand reception
and winter picnic, Friday eve,
February 10, at the home of the
Misses Kelley on South Haworth
Avenue. in honor of the young
mems Baraca Bible class. The
house was beautifully decorated
throughout with pale blue and
white, pale blue and white being
the Philathea class colors. Games
which had been previously plan
ned by the social committee, fur.
nished entertainment for the
first part of the evening after
which the following program was
rendered
Welcome address. Miss Cadde Kelly
Response .......... Solomon ClantOn
Vocal solo. .......... Miss Ida Banks
Reading from Caesar, Walter Stranger
Piano solo. Miss Lola McGregOry
Reading. ...... Miss Gertrude Dansby
Piano solo. -. Miss Jessie McMurray
Reading ............ Carl L. Watkins
Piano solo. =. Mrs. Arthur J. Veno al
Recitation ..... Miss Georgia Leflet
Piano solo ............ Edward Gray
Vocal solo. ...... Miss Anna Cantrall
Debate, Resolved that the Girl
can Accomplish more Through
Actions than the Boy. The
affirmative was taken by Misses
Gertrude Dansby and Georgia
Leflet, members of the Philathea
class, and the negative by Messrs
Harvey Watkins and Edward
Gray. The decision was in favor
jof the aftirmative. At 1880 pm.
al old fashioned picnic supper
was served About 40 young
people were present, including
Rev. and Mrs. j. II. Morrow and
Supt. Carl L. Watkins and wife.
All left at a late hour having had
an enjoyable time.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
The Inauguration.

Thursday. March 4, William
Howard Taft, of Ohio, was sworn
in. President of these United
States amidst loud acclaim. The
day was cold and a snow storm
had filled the streets of the ma
ton's capital with fuzzy" but the
ceremonies went on in accordance
with custom and the law
The message or inaugural ad-
dress, is fine one, logical, sim
pie and earnest. He is not siren
uous. but apparently, sincere
and will uphold the laws of the
land. What he says on the race
question is fair and American as
we'll as like. May the
great God Omnipotent guide and
guard him while he sits on the
throne.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
A Surprise Party.

The Philamenthean Club of
the Household of Ruth rendered
Mrs. Inas Smith and daughter,
Alberta, a surprise party in the
nature of a farewell, last Satur-
day evening, February q, at the
residence of Mrs. Matilda Jackson
on S. 9th st. Tue evening was
spent in a delightful manner.
Music and games were the fea-
lures of the evening. The cldb
presented Mrs. Smith and her
daughter with gift showing the
high esteem in which they we're
held by the club. Delicious re-
freshments were served and at a
late hour all departed for their
homes wishing Mrs. Smith and
family prosperous and happy
future in their new location.
Those present were: Mesdames
Ralph Ho mar, Ella Renfro, Liz
zie Taylor, Hattie Glenn. Cnap-
man. Pearl Drake, ]. Dent, Sa-
rah Harris. Inas Smith, Matilda
Jackson; Misses Roxy Ocre, India
Harris, Alberta Smith; Messrs.
Ralph Holman, William Renfro,
Edward Jackson.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06

Mrs. H. Tucker and other la.
dies called on Mrs. L. E. Barks
dale and had quite an enjoyable
time, Thursday.
We have yet a few copies of
the February Colored magazines
on hand. Copies should be in
every home. Also, we have the
Pythian Monitor. the New York
Age. Freeman, Boston Guardian,
etc. If you will place this class
and quality of literature, in your
homes it will serve as a history
of the colored race to you.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
The Ladies' Thimble and EN-.

The Ladies Thimble and EN-.
broidery Club will meet at the
residence Of Mrs. Matte Walker.
First street, Friday March 10.
All members are requested TO be
present. Il progra n will be ren-
dered. Fred Douglas Life, will
be the subject on which various
members will have papers and
talks.
For City Attorney Roy Seeley;
for City Clerk, j. Emil Smith;
for City Treasurer. Joe thinner
man. Mr.. Houston is the nomi.
nee for alderman from the first
ward. Let him be elected
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
WOman's Club Notes.

The girls meeting Of the juve-
nile section met at Union Baptist
church, last Sunday at 4 p. m.
An interesting and instructive
program was rendered. Words
fail to express the earnest work
being accomplished by our young
boys and girls Our only advice
IS, Keep climbing.
Monday, March l, was month
ly meeting at Lincoln G. Home.
The Home Culture and Social
Purity section, Mrs. G. H. Nor.
gan, chairman, report for the
month, excellent work had been
accomplished.
The Mothers section, Mrs. H
Clem, chairman. reports good.
This section will give masked
party early in April.
The Philanthropic section,
Mrs. l. Fisher, chairman, re
ported 81 55 for table clothes for
the Home. Third Monday will
be Market Day, when good pies,
cakes and bread will be on sale.
The Charity section, eported
the illness of Mrs. prury needing
attention, 1925 E. Mason ST.
Board of Directors reported 3
new mem bers, Mesdames S. Bar
nett, Lucille Barksdale, Lulu
Nix.
Memorial services will be held
March IA, OF Mrs. Mary Law.
renee. at which time all members
are requested to bring 81 each
The president appointed the
following ladies to solicit dona
tionS at the churca .
Union Baptist. :.
st. Paul-Mrs. Lulu White
Grace M E.-Mrs. H. D. Cott-
man.
Zion Baptist-Mrs. H Clem
New Hope-Mrs. R Hunter
Pleasant Grove-Mrs. Emma
Craddock.
St. John-Mrs. Tucker.
The Home Culture section will
meet with Mrs Abner Nay lor,
$50 S. Sd street, Monday, March
o'-H. D. c., reporter.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06

Married January 80, 1909, in
St. Louis, Oliver Washington to
Miss Cora Donegan. both of this
city. The groom is a progressive
thrifty young man, and the bride
is an energetic young lady. She
is a choir member of the Luthe.
ran church and we'll known and
admired. They are residing at
1909 E. Jackson street. this city.
Peace, harmony. love. frugality
and good will, go with them ever
on these mundane shores.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
Law and Order League h

Law and Order League had
splendid meeting Sunday, Come
out tomorrow week, sure. An
important topic is to be discussed
"a free for all discussion. A
vital subject-affecting you and
all generations after you.
Mr.. Moses Smith of S: Pasfield
street, was taken seriously Ill at
work Wednesday but is slightly
improved at this writing.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06

The revival services at st.
Paul Am E. church are being
we'll attended, and much spiritu
al good is being manifested
Many souls have accepted Christ
as their personal Savior. The
ladies of the church have organ
ized themselves into a praying
band and are holding1 prayer
meetings each day, in the differ
eat sections of the city Every
one is inyi ed to attend these
meetings which are held every
evening, including Saturday.
Rev. Mary Wilson, the evange-
list, has charge of the meetings.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06
SHERMAN
FOR
MAYOR

True Reformers meet Thurs
day, Uniform Rank, Monday and
the U. B. F., Tuesday nights.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06

Mrs. Jennie Morris on who has
been i'll, is convalescent.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1909-03-06

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The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25

ducer, but the state would lose
money"
Madison then gave figures relative
to the cost Of refining. freight rates.
ETC., which showed that the independ-
ent refinery had to be managed close
ly to make money.
IF the state wants to relive the oil
producers Of the state, let it build a
large pipe line to the gulf or seaport
and there have large storage tanks. In
this manner the Oklahoma oil would
have the market Of the world. II the
state could not build direct to the gulf
and would build to Memphis where the
oil could be carried to the seaboard
in barges, it would furnish relief, but
not SO much as a direct line to the
gulf"
Other oil men declined to make a
statement, declaring that they had CIV
en- it little thought, and that they did
not believe the state could build a
pipe line to a seaport
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
NO REORGANIZATION OF
REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE

Guthrie, Okla, Sept 25-The organ
ization republicans seem confident
that the members Of the state com
mittee who are seeking an immediate
reorganization OF the committee will
not succeed in their efforts.
One of the organization republi-
cans said today: Chairman Norris
win be back in Oklahoma within a
few weeks and will have his head
quarters here. 1t was the opinion Of
National Chairman Hitchcock that
Norris should remain at the head Of
the Oklahoma organization for the
present at least. Upon leaving for a
temporary absence in Washington,
Chairman Norris named Jim Harris
Of Wagner as acting chairman, which
was the natural and logical thing to
do, as Harris is treausrer of the COM
mittee and next in line to Norris.
There are only about six members OF
the state committee who would
stand for a reorganization at this time.
The clamor for the election of a new
chairman comes mostly form republi-
cans not members Of the committee.
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
7REROGATIvE OF FAIR SEX.
As This Writer Says, Her Age Is Her
Own and Mere Man Must Not
Question II.

Man has no right to question wom-
ans age--to even think about it, A
woman, bless her, is as old as she
makes out, or makes up, and not a
day older. Man is out Of his latitude
when he begins trying to locate wom'
ans age longitude. It is her privilege
to conceal her age in any form or
manner she may choose, and 1t is
mans prerogative to assist her as
much as possible rather than hinder
or question her in any way. Man
owes 1t to himself to see that she Is
supplied with every means of con-
cealng her age. or any new wrinkle
which she chooses to keep from the
gaze Of the over-curious public
Man is not supposed to be young or
beautiful. He couldn't be If he wanted
to be, and he wouldn't be II he could.
With woman it Is different She wants
to be, and can be. and is, whether she
wants to be or not, and it is whole
lot better for her and for her ad-
mirer, or admirers, as the case may
be, that her age be carefully guarded
under that charming veil of mystery
which should ever be hers by right OF
possession. Forget that she has an
age, brother, and you will be happier
and so will she. but don't, for heavens
sake. forget that she has birthday.
Boston Herald.
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
NO NEED TO TALK FURTHER.
colored Man Recognized That His
Longed.For Affinity Could Not
Wait for Busy Lawyer.

+Uh-well, sab, began a ramshackle-
looling colored citizen, who had per
colated into the office Of an attorney
81 polkyille, Ark, II des like to extri-
cate a little o. de law fun yo', If yo'
please. sab Aims to git a divo'ce fun
ae wife o. muh buzzom, II yo' has de
ime to tend to de 'flictions Of cul.
ud MANI"
"Well-h'm!" a bit ponderously re.
turned the legal uminary, laying his
and on certain omiaous-looking docu-
nents on his desk 1T win be some
title while before ] can get around TO
your matter, Stookey. These papers,
here, pertain to suit to determine
whether a dependent and supple
mental bill was properly filed in aid
If courts jurisdiction upon an
lmended and ancillary supplemental
oill which was filed in a suit brought
IN creditors bin to marshal the as
cts for the purpose of enjoining an
action at law in the state courts,
md"
"Yassah! Yassah!" interrupted the
caller, visibly impressed and much
disappointed AN If yo' is bleeged
o scutinize all dat legality befo' yo'
rives round to my ticky little case.
lar is MT no use for me to trans
plavicate no fudder. uh-ka2e why; BY
ie time yo-all gifts thoo pesterin' wild
Ill dat pomposity O. de law, uh-good
f,awd. sab. dat yallah gal rs uh-aimin'
o marry when l gifts shed O muh
black wife viii bone be mar'd and
,one to de doose knows whuh'
Well-uh, good day. sahl 'Bleeged to
vo' for yo' frugality; but, welluh'
good day, ahl"-Puek
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
What Robert Was.

The mother Of Clara, aged four, and
Of Robert, aged six, was looking at
aats. Robert accompanied her. Final
ly she found an apartment at her price
which she thought she would like.
The janitor's wife, who acted as
agent. thought she would like Roberts
mother, too, but she wasn't sure about
The children.
''You say there is another one at
homer" she said That makes two.
We have rule against admitting
children. Still, If the little girl is as
nice as the little boy seems to be-"
here she patted Roberts head affec-
tionately, Il don't know but what It
will be all right"
Robert brushed of the approving
hand impatiently.
Don't you fool yourself about me, "
he said, Indignantly. I'm regular
devil Of fellow, am"
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
ABERNATHY BOYS
END LONG JOURNEY
Oklahoma City Extends Hearty Re-
ceptlon TO Sons Of John Aber-
nathy on Return From Trip.

Oklahoma City. Okla. Sept. 25.-
When Louis and Temple Abernathy,
aged and years, respectively.
reach Oklahoma City this afternoon,
they win have completed journey of
$500 miles alone and accomplished
an endurance feat without parallel
in the annals Of Juvenile athletics. AS
mark Of appreciation Oklahoma City
will extend to the youthful riders a
reception with features as unique as
the feat the sturdy sons Of the United
States marshal have completed.
Plans for the reception are now
complete. Tentatively. they include an
outdoor greeting to be given on a
Broadway avenue corner, where a
platform will have been erected On
this platform, clad in their riding hab-
its and with the dust of travel yet on
their brows, the boys win acknowl-
edge the greeting and in short
speeches. touch on the high places"
OF their journey. A parade will follow,
after which the boys will be permitted
to bathe and change clothes in pre-
paration for a dinner at the Thread
gill in the evening. At this dinner
speeches will be delivered by Mayor
Scales, the Abernathy boys, their
father and probably others. Outside
the city the boys will be met by COM
mittee who will escort them into town.
Five weeks ago next Sunday Louie,
and Temple Abernathy set out on
their long journey from their fathers
farm near Frederick, their saddles
packed with clothes, slickers, drinking
cups and other necessary accountre-
ments, with a few expense nickels
jingling in their pockets and their
youthful hearts beating with courage.
without mishap. accident, a day Of
sickness or a single important hind
rance. they reached Roswell, n. M,
the destination originally planned and
then pushed farther westward until
they reached the portals of the exc
cutive mansion at Santa Fe, where
Governor Curry and other prominent
men of the territory became their
hosts. Their return journey has been
void of accident, but replete with in
cident, and the Alternately boys are
the kind to tell it.
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
Proposes to Build State
Refinery at Muskogee

Muskogee. Okla, Sept. 25.-There is
considerable difference in opinion
among oil men as to whether or not
it would be a good thing for the state
of Oklahoma to build pipe lines to
some central point and there have a
large refinery. All agree that it would
be a good thing for the independent
producer, but the majority seem to
doubt whether the state could operate
it at a profit.
1T would be good thing for the
oil producer, but / have my doubts
whether it would be good thing for
the tax payer" said John Wisener,
Muskogee oil producer. Il am heartily
in favor Of one thing and that is for
such a refinery to be located in Mus
kogee. Such a proposition would re-
lieve the oil men Of the state. but the
question resolves itself to the old prob
lem: How would such an institution
be operated? If you have the right
person at the head of it, it win go,
but If you haven't it will be failure"
Charles T. Madison, practical re-
flnery man, says that the scheme is
impractical. I'VE already have re-
fneries in the state. which are doing
all the business they can handle A
state refinery which would distribute
oil would be a loss to the state. 1t
may be a good thing for the oil pro
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
LovEMAKING IN OLD MEXICO.
American Youth, Unless Coached.
Would Find Himself Something
Of a Novice at the Game.

In the uncertain illumination of the
electric lamps some of the senoritas
of Topic City appeared very attractive
in breezy, fluffy gowns and fetching
mantillas, and they knew it pretty
well. too. They like TO have you look
at them directly and admiringly, and
they will not drop their eyes. II you
have the nerve to give one look Of
this kind-such a look as would be
considered extremely rude in any
American city-the chances are. when
you meet her for the next turn you
win be rewarded with a smile and a
challenge from the black eyes, and II
YOU have a sufficient stock of nerve in
reserve, you win speak to her, and
pay her some complimentary remark,
upon the first opportunity that offers.
This is good breeding and will not be
resented. Should you then become in
fatuated with the lady. you will
search out her home, visit her barred
window and NOPE under it for an
hour or two every morning; and II
you impress her favorably. she will
make your heart glad by talking with
you through the bars. or dropping lit
lie scented notes to you. Should you
become real serious you will hire a
stringed band to serenade her at night
now and then. To conform with the
3ustom you should start your band
out at midnight and let 1t play as long
Is your money lasts.-Outing Maga.
zine.
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
COMPANY ORGANIZED
FOR NEW RAILROAD

Guthrie, Okla Sept. 24.-The Usage
Western Railway company, with can
ital stock CT $1,OOO,OOO and headquar-
ters at Fairfax, OKLA, was incorporat-
ed here yesterday, the promoters pay
ing the secretary of state $1,000 for
the charter.
The proposed road is to run from a
convenient point on the NJ, K. & r..
railway, near the boundary between
Usage and Washington counties, west
through Usage and Kay counties,
thence southwest through either Noble
or Grant county into Garfield. connect
ing at some convenient point on the
Rock Island. The estimated length
Of the line is 125 miles.
Directors are: II. r. Ross, j. NJ.
Moody and L. A. Wisemeyer of Fair
fax; Fred Baldriff of Bliss and c. E.
Vandervoort of Pawnee.
The Vinita daily chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1902-1913, 1909-09-25
THOUGHT HIS TIME HAD COME
Fervent prayer That Went Up From
Man at Bottom of Well, at Mercy
of Wicked Waa.

An old man in Georgia named Jack
baldwin, having lost his hat in an old
Try well one day, hitched rope to a
stump and let himself down. A wicked
vag named Neal came along just then
and. quietly detaching a bell from
Baldwin's old blind horse, approached
he well, bell in hand, and began ~
ing-aling.
Jack thought the old horse was com
ng and said, Hang the old blind
horse He's coming this way. sure,
md he amt got no more sense than
o fall in on me. Whoa. Balll"
The sound came closer
Great Jerusalem The old blind
fool will be right on top Of me in a
ninitl Whoa, Ball Whoa, haw,
Bali"
Neal kicked little dirt on Jacks
head. and Jack began TO pray:
"Oh, Lord, have mercy on-Whoa,
Balll--a poor sinner--Im gone now
Whoa, Bali Our Father who are in
whoa, Ball--hallowed be Thy-geei
Whatll do?--name. Now / lay me
down to siege, Bali" Just then in
fell more dirt. "Oh, Lord. II you ever
intend to do anything for me-back,
Bali Whoa, Thy kingdom come
gee, Ball. Oh, Lord, you know was
baptized in Smiths milldam-w whoa,
Ball. Ho upl Murders Whoalv
Neal could hold in no longer and
shouted laugh which might have
been heard two miles, which was
about as far as Jack chased him when
he got out.