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The weekly chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Craig County, Okla.) 1905-1913, 1911-09-01
AMONG THE OKLAHOMANS
At COLORADO SPRINGS

Colorado Springs, Colo, Aug. 81
A. B. Dunlap, president of the Lawton
State bank of Lawton, Okla, who is
spending the season in Colorado
Springs, had an unfortunate expert
ence last week when his automobile
became unmanageable and plunged
over an embankment near Granite,
Colo. Mr. Dunlap and his party, how
ever, escaped uninjured. The party,
which had been at Twin Lakes on
fishing trip, was returning to Colo
RADIO Springs, when on an exception
ally narrow stretch of road something
went wrong with the steering gear, and
the car fell over the bank and into a
shallow mountain stream. The ma
chine was damaged, but aside from a
"ducking" none of it's occupants were
the worse for the accident.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. T. Hine of Purcell
are registered at the Almo Hotel in
Colorado Springs,
Messrs. S. and L. Maguison of Tulsa
are spending their vacations in Colo
RADIO Springs, Manitou and the Pixies
Peak region.
Miss Minnie Rea of Rolf is enjoying
the many scenic attractions of Colo
RADIO Springs and the Pixies Peak
region.
Miss Mayme Matthews of Ada is a
guest of the Hotel Pittsburg at Mani
tou, where she expects to spend some
weeks
Frank White of Sulphur is taking a
few weeks recreation in Manitou and
Colorado Springs.
o. C. Wood of Paris is numbered
among the Oklahoma visitors at Colo
RADIO Springs and Manitou.
John l.. Weisner of Muskogee is
spending his vacation at Colorado
Springs and Manitou.
R. T. Potter of Okmulgee is enjoy
ing the sights of Colorado Springs
and the Pixies Peak region.
Sunday was observed as oklahoma
Day by the Congregational church of
Manitou, and large number of Okla
homa people were present to hear Rev.
Thomas II. Harper of Oklahoma City
who conducted services. A choir OF
"a voices. including Miss Kate Tracy
and Miss Clara Garvin. soloists furn
ished the music
E. B Ellis of Murike is spending
some time at Colorado Springs, and
Manitou.
Mrs. l.. D. Fasset of Kingfisher is
summering in Colorado Springs and
the Pixies Peak region.
B. L. Leonard of Duncan is enjoy
ing his vacation in Colorado Springs
: where he expects to remain for two ol
, three weeks.
, Miss Mary L. McHuebray of Pauls
J Valley is spending some days in Colo
I RADIO Springs and Manitou.
! Miss Eunice L. Schofield of Tulsa i:
Sp6uuluS d lew piSdodht NCtho III NOiO
RADIO Springs and Manitou.
t H. A Thomas and wife of Wayne
are registered at the Alta Vista Hote
+ in Colorado Springs
/ H. A. Cuirson of Shawnee is enjoy
, ing few weeks vacation in Colorado
Springs.
, J. S. Roebuck and wife of Shawne'
3 are summer visitors at Colorad,
: Springs.
r w. G. Robertson of Muskogee i
t spending a few weeks yacatio nil
e Mrs. Frank Humphrey and son o
t Lawton are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. A
d w. Persinger in Colorado Springs.
: Joe Stone or Clinton viii remain i
s. Colorado Springs a month as tn
= guests of friends.
The weekly chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Craig County, Okla.) 1905-1913, 1911-09-01

NAa III D JpAu WEST VI CpdNl-
nav, were shopping here Monday.
Dennis Wilson is here from Tulsa to-
day, looking after business interests.
!. ~ Bunch, of Bluejacket. was a
well known visitor on vinita streets
today
A. L. Rogers, of Skiatook, was a
business visitor in the city yesterday
afternoon.
E. ]. Overley was here between
trains today en- route from Joplin to
McAlester.
Miss Mildred Berger returns to
Monett tomorrow after a visit with
relatives here.
W. T. Huitt, of Welch, was mingling
with the throng on the streets here
this afternoon.
Mrs. E. N. Ratclif, is entertaining
this afternoon in honor of Mrs. Porter
Patterson, of McAlester.
DR.. Joe Thompson was here from
Tahlequah today visiting his brothers
T. F. and J. A. Thompson.
Rev. J. s. Stubblefield arrived from
Kansas City last night and will spend
a few days here with friends.
Mrs. Jennie Bearden returned to
Okemah this morning after a visit with
her mother, Mrs. w. E. Wolfe.
w. P. Thompson and wife, who have
been touring Europe will arrive home
on the flyer tomorrow morning.
The county excise board is in ses-
sion today, for the purpose of com
pleting the tax levy for the county.
The Misses Ghormley of Pensacola,
and Miss Leona Cummins of Adair,
were shopping and visitinf in Vinita
today
Tom Davis, colored, was arrested
last night by the police on a liquor
charge. He gave bond and was re-
leased
Misses Sonora Gray and Maxine
Burlington returned from Colorado
last night after a six weeks stay in the
mountains.
J. A. Holmboe yesterday shipped two
cars of tools to Coalgate, where he
has the contract for the erection of a
court house
John Baldridge, colored, was return
ed from the county road gang at Blue
jacket yesterday, on account of the
death Of his baby
R. E. Thompson, of the International
Bank & Trust company will leave this
evening for a ten days visit to his
former home at LaBelle, Mo.
Misses Gayle Scott, Lucille Milford,
May Day Clark and Pauline Kelley;
Messrs. Ted Kelley, Bob Ratcliff, Ross
Clark, Louis Thomson and Chas.
York, with Mrs. Fluke and Mrs.
Knight as chaperons went to Grand
| river this morning for a weeks out
| ing.
While attempting to move her COW
from one part of the yard to another,
Mrs. S. A. Barnett, 341 South Fore
man street, yesterday became en-
tangled in the rope and was thrown to
the ground, sustaining a broken hip
A telegram was received here today
for Mrs c. A. White, that her father
had just died at Flat Rock, Ind Mrs
White at present is very i'll at Neoda
sha, Kans., and Mr.. White is with her
w. E. Whitaker and wife of Pryor
returned this morning from Colorado
where they had been on an automobile
"trip. They went on to Pryor today.
NJ. E. Milford has found some ole
photographs showing Vinita scenes in
the '80s. One of the most notable
points in the photos is the absence ot
trees. At that time Vinita was almost
treeless.
The weekly chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Craig County, Okla.) 1905-1913, 1911-09-01
From Tuesdays Daily.

f1OAu uCoudg , Odllg'
C. E. Craig was here last night,
from Welch.
o. F. Mason, an attorney from
Miami was in Vinita today
Will Byrd is here from Tahlequah
for visit with home folks.
Noah Cooper, of Rice, Tulsa county,
was in the city this morning.
w. P. Brandon, the groceryman of
Adair. was in Vinita yesterday
The weekly chieftain. [volume] (Vinita, Craig County, Okla.) 1905-1913, 1911-09-01
Non-Fatal

This summary of deaths and iniu
for the past nine years is horrif
but instructive, and it is hoped
this annual report of disasters
continue to arouse the public, until
present needless loss of life is enti.
done away with.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
BROWN CHOSEN CHANCELLOR

DR.. Elmer Ellsworth Brown of Wash
ington. United States commissioners OF
education and former Michigan edu'
Gator. was recently appointed chan
cellor Of New York university to sue
coed the Rev. DR.. Henry Mitchell Mac
Cracken. resigned.
DR.. Brown was born at Kiantone,
Chautauqua county. New York. in 1861.
His education was received at the ILL.,
nois Normal university. the University
OF Michigan and the University Of
Halle. in Germany. with the supple
mentary honor Of the degree Of LII. D.
from both Columbia and Wesleyan
universities.
His life work has been that of an
educator. begun as teacher in public
schools of Illinois and Michigan and
afterwards as professor Of science and
art in teaching in the University of
Michigan and University OF California.
He has published several works on
educational subjects.
He has been United States com
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

Annie stood aloof, her eyes dxed on
the floor. Suddenly. without utterinS
a word, she drew Underwood's letter
from her bosom. and quickly approach
ing Alicia, placed it unnoticed IN her
hand. The bankers wife flushed and
then turned pale. She understood.
Annie would spare her. Her lips
parted to protest. Even she was taken
back by such an exhibition OF unself.
ishness as this. She began to STAN
mer thanks.
mo, no" whispered Annie quickly,
don't thank me; keep it."
Capt. Clinton turned round with a
jeer. Insolently. he said to Annie:
you might as we'll own up-you've
played trick on US all"
mo, Capt. Clinton" she replied
with quiet dignity: II told you the
simple truth. Naturally you don't be-
lieve it,
1.-THE simple truth may do for Judge
Brewster grinned the policeman,
but 1t won't do for me. l never ex-
pected this mysterious witness. who
was going to prove that Underwood
committed suicide, to make an ap-
pearance. did l. Maloney. Why not?
Because. begging your pardon for
doubling your word. there's no such
person"
Begging your pardon for disputing
your word. captain" she retorted.
mimicking him. there is such per-
SON.
Then where is she?" he demanded
angrily. Annie made no answer. but
looked for advice to Judge Brewster.
who at that instant entered the room.
The captain glared at her viciously.
and unable to longer contain his
wrath. he beloved:
I'll tell you where she is! She's
right here in this room!" Pointing
his finger at Annie in theatrical fash
ion, he went on furiously: "Annie Je6-
ries, you're the woman who visited
Underwood the night Of his death!
don't hesitate to say so. I've said 30
all along. haven't I. Maloney?
Eyes, you told the newspapers SO. "
retorted Annie dryly.
Taking no notice Of her remark. tho
captain clustered:
I've got your record. young wom-
an! I know all about you and your
folks. You knew the two men when
they were at college. You knew I'm
derwood before you made the &C
quaintance of young Jeffries. 1t was
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
BOW TO SPECIAL INTERESTS
Recent Developments Have Shown
How the Republican Party 10
"inf1uenced."

The influence Of special interests on
legislation at Washington has been a
matter OF speculation, and still Is. al
though recent developments show that
it extends much farther than has been
suspected. These developments have
resulted from Democratic investiga-
ton Of departmental affairs, and to
the Democratic majority Of the house
belongs the credit.
The Aldrich tariff law, for instance,
was manifestly framed to promote the
welfare of special interests wherever
possible SO to do, as has been lndi-
Gated by the effect OF that law on
business and on the cost Of living.
One Of Its provisions related to the
importation of scrap iron largely con-
sumed by the iron and steel mills OF
New England. This provision was
literally interpreted by an assistant
secretary Of the treasury. and his in
terpretation was questioned. Investi-
CATION developed the fact that he con-
suited Senator Aldrich before render
ing bis decision which was in favor
of the New England mills. The same
investigation disclosed the additional
fact that another assistant secretary
was an Aldrich appointee. as well az
an employee OF the Aldrich monetary
commission. drawing two salaries con-
trary to law.
Thus Senator Aldrich not only de-
cided an important revenue question
in favor Of the interests that he
served In the senate, and still con-
tinues to serve. but also controls i'm
portant officials in the treasury de-
partnent in furtherance of his none
tary plans. All of which means that
special interests not only frame legis-
lation but supervise execution Of
laws.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

.hs wi inaqenee Of Robert Gndervood.
!cIioW-student at Yale LEAD: NE OF 1o "1o
pier who died In prison. and - disowneso E,
~ his father. He is out of work and IN n
ssa yso
Sus cirsumstance. taking adyantaks Of
sort OF social hishwayman: Discovering
his true character Alicia denies him the
house He sends her note threatening
He cannot make good. Howard calls At
na in an * SSs "a snaSe
Howard drinks himself Into ma1dlin
and to s sna @
sleeper. Aiicis enters. She demand. :
take his life He refuses unless she viii
and takes her leave. Underwood kills
R:* ~ nd Il ina
Howard H. turned over to the police;
Capt Clinton. notorious for his bru. a
through tn. ii third Sr desree. .Rd nai'y got:
an alleged confession from the haressed
nse, Hnn her bT.pspds
unless she win consent to q divorce: To
nnds thar the elder jsfrrtes does not In
tend to stand by his son. except imam
cially. she scorns his help Annie appeals
70 Judge Brewster. attorney for Jefries
1t II reported that Annie Is going on tho
Stage. The banker and his wife call on
Ssnge brews water to ma lone wax 'aih to pre-
eter to defend Howard He consents.
Alicia Is greatly alarmed when she
Kan the o case. She e"e confesse s,'t TO Annie
that she called on Underwood the night
Of his death and that she has his letter
In which he threatened suicide. but begs
for time before giving out the informa-
ton. Annie promises Brewster to produce
the missing woman at a meeting at his
home. Brewster accuses Clinton OF
forcing confession from Howard. An
nile appears without the witness and re.
fuses to give the name. Alicia arrives.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
Raising Standard of Health

for $4,000 and poor eyesight for 49,
900. We would not minimize the I'M
portant work that is being done In
calling the dentist and the surgeon to
the aid of the school teacher. But, as
a precaution against the professional
alarmist, it is well to point out that
it is our standards of public health
that are being raised and not our
children are deteriorating.-New York
Evening Post.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
Wonderful Ingenuity Displayed In
Turning Out Microscopic Articles
Of Great Value.

In 1873 a London locksmith con-
structed lock made up of II diner
ent pieces Of metal, and when 1t was
finished and the key attached the
whole weighed but one grain. Fur
thermore, he made a chain OF gold.
consisting Of 43 links, and when he
had fastened this to the lock and key
he put one end OF the chain round
the neck OF a flea, and found that the
insect was able to draw with ease
both chain and lock.
Sixteen hundred ivory dishes were
made by one Oswald Northingerus.
and exhibited before Pope Paul v.
These dishes were perfect in every
respect, but were SO small as to be
scarcely visible to the naked eye, and
were I'LL inclosed in basket of the
size OF an ordinary peppercorn.
The art OF delicate microscopic
workmanship has not, however, been
confined to other times. It is not yet
dead, as Is evidenced by the marvel
GUS production few years ago by q
jeweler of Turin of miniature tug
boat
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

morning-that's what l should have
done-gone, at once. Now its too
late. unless you help mo"
I'll help you all oan." replied the
other doggedly. but I've promised
Judge Brewster to clear up this mat
ter tonight"
Suddenly there was commotion at
the door. Capt. Clinton entered. fol.
lowed by Detective Sergeant Maloney.
Alicia shrank back in alarm.
Il thought Judge Brewster was
here" said the captain. glancing sus-
piciously round the room.
I'll send for him." said Annie.
touching bell.
well. where's your mysterious wit.
ness7" demanded the captain sarcas.
tically.
He looked curiously at Alicia.
This 10 Mrs. Howard Jeflries. sr.. i"
said Annie. my. husbands step.
mother
The captain made . deferential %.
Lutte. Bully 40 he was. he knew how
to be courteous when 1t suited his
purpose. He had heard enough Of the
wealthy bankers aristocratic wife to
treat her with respect.
beg pardon. nm; wanted to tell
the Judge was going"
The servant entered.
Tell Judge Brewster that Capt.
Clinton is going" said Annie.
Alicia. meantime. was once more
on the verge Of collapse. The long
threatened expose was now at hand.
In another moment the Judge and per
haps her husband would come in, and
Annie would hand them the letter
which exculpated her husband. There
was q moment Of terrible suspense.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

But Alicia brushed her aside and,
thrusting the letter into the hand of
the astonished police captain. she
said:
"Yes, now! Read that, captain!"
Capt Clinton slowly unfolded the
letter. Alicia collapsed in chair.
Annie stood by helpless. but trying to
collect her wits. The Judge watched
the scene with amazement, not under
standing The captain read from the
letter:
Dear Mrs. Jeffries." He stopped,
and glancing at the signature. ex-
claimed. Robert Underwood" Look
ing significantly at Annie. he exclaim-
ed: "'Dear Mrs. Jenries!' Is that con-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

Underwood who introduced you to
your husband. It was Underwood who
aroused your husbands Jealousy.
You won't to his rooms that night.
Your husband followed you there. and
tho shooting took place!" Turning to
Judge Brewster, he added. with sar-
castle grin: False confession. eh?
Hypnotism. eh7 guess It's interna'
tional and constitutional law for yours
after this"
"You don't say so?" exclaimed An
ME. irritated at the mans intolerable
tnsolence.
Judge Brewster held up . restrain
Ing hand
please say nothing" he said with
dignity.
mo, ! guess I'll let him talk. Go
on, captain" she said with q smile.
a. II thoroughly enjoying tho situa-
ton.
Alicia came forward. her face pale.
but on It a look Of determination. as
II she had quite made up her mind as
to what course to pursue. In her
hand was Underwoods letter. Ad-
dressing Annie. she said. with emo
ton:
THE truth must come out sooner or
later"
Seeing what she was about to DO.
Annie quickly put out her hand to
stop her. She expected the bankers
wife to do her duty, she had insisted
that she must, but now she was ready
to do 1t. she realized what 1t was cost
ing her. Her position, her future hap
piness were at stake. 1t was too great
a sacrifice. Perhaps there was some
other way.
mo. no. not yet" she whispered.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
vlrtue Of tho Playground.

Children are better in Fairgrounds
community to have children exercis-
ing on ladders and horizontal bars and
swings than to have them haunting
the doors Of poolrooms or smoking
cigarettes in the hidden shadows. Chill
dren with plenty of playground have
a better chance with life than chill
dren without. And most children are
without unless the community pro-
vides them. It is cheaper to amuse
them than to arrest. It is cheaper
to develop than to dwarf. 1t Is cheap
er, to save than to sink them.-Salt
Lake Herald.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

If the alarm were not quite famil-
far one by this time, 242.000 physic-
ally defective school children out Of
$4,000 examined would be enough to
send even mild magazine editor into
Mysteries. New York's population,
however, Is not going go rapidly to
the dogs as hasty glance at the fig
ures would seem to indicate. Defec-
tive teeth claimed no less than 1885,
600 victims, nasal trouble accounted
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

unteered. and want to have the
money waiting for me on the other
side. SO that can give it to my
mother
"'Why don't you take it with your
asked the clerk. You would save 40
cents
"tWell, suppose the ship sinks and
I DROWN "-Young's Magazine.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

hardship
1872 1877 as
Roosevelt Bayiey ana
ae eleVatea
the cardinalate
public "a
the Sabbath
delay
criminal which certain criminals
people.
simplicity purity He
prudent both
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05

elusive enough? What did l tell your"
Continuing to peruse the letter. he
read on: Shall be found dead to-
morrow = suicide - /" He stopped
short and frowned. What's this?
Why. this il barefaced forgery"
Judge Brewster quickly snatched
the letter from his hand and. glancing
over 1t quickly. said:
Permit me. This belongs to my
client"
Capt. Clinton's prognathous jaw
snapped to with click, and he
squared his massive shoulders. as he
usually did when preparing for hos
Titles:
"Now. Mrs. Jenries," he said sharp
ly. I'm trouble you to go with me to
headquarters"
Annie and Alicia both stood up.
Judge Brewster quickly objected.
Mrs. Jenries will not go with you"
he said quietly. 'she mas made no at.
tempt to leave the state"
She's wanted at police headquar.
ters," said the captain doggedly.
She'll be there tomorrow morn
Ing"
She'll be there tonight"
He looked steadily at the Judge, and
the latter calmly returned his stare.
There followed an awkward pause,
and then the captain turned on his
heel to depart.
'The moment she attempts to leave
the house." he growled, Il shall ar
rest her. Goodnight, Judge"
Goodnight. captain!" cried Annie
mockingly
I'll see you later" he muttered.
Come on, Maloney."
The door banged to. They were
alone.
What sweet disposition!" laugh
ed Annie.
Judge Brewster looked sternly at
her. Holding up the letter, he said:
What is the meaning OF this? You
are not the woman to whom this let
ter Is addressed?"
NO." stammered Annie. that Is"
The judge interrupted her. Sternly
he asked:
rs 1t your intention to 90 on the
witness stand and commit perjury?"
Il don't know. never thought OF
that" she faltered.
The Judge turned to Alicia.
Are you going to allow her to do
50. Mrs. .Jeffries?"
"No. no." cried Alicia. quickly; i
never thought Of such thing
Then / repeats it your intention
to perjure yourself?" Annie was 81
lent, and he went on: Il assume it
is, but let me ask you: Do you ex-
pect me. as your counsel, to become
particeps criminis to: this tissue of
lies? Am l expected to build up q
false structure for you to swear to?
Am IT,
II don't know: haven't thought OF
it. replied Annie. III it can be done,
why not? I'm glad you suggested it."
Il suggest it?" exclaimed the law.
yer. scandalized.
YES" cried Annie with growing
exaltation; 1T never occurred to me
till you spoke Everybody says I'm
the woman who called on Robert I'm.
derwood that night. Well. that's all
right. Let them continue to think 80.
What difference does it make so long
as Howard is set free?" Going to-
ward the door, she said: Goodnight.
Mrs. Jeffries!"
The Judge tried to bar her way.
Don't co." he said; Capt. Clin-
toms men are waiting outside"
THAT doesn't matter!" she cried.
But you must not go!" exclaimed
the lawyer in a tone Of command. Il
won't allow it. They'll arrest you!
Mrs. Jeffries. you'll please remain
here"
But Annie was already at the door.
81 wouldn't keep Capt. Clinton
waiting for the world" she cried.
Goodnight, Judge Brewster. and God
bless you!"
The door slammed. and she was
gone.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
Misses the TARGET.

Careful scrutiny Of the resolution
under which congress purposes to in
vestigate the steel trust raises doubts
as to It's efficiency. Congressman
Stanley's armament does not seem to
be trained on the vital spot.
The real menace OF the steel trust
lies mot SO much in It's monopolistic
tendencies, which have not been sig
nally successful, as in the fact that 1t
Is permitted to use its vast assets as
gigantic gambling fund with which
to manipulate the stock market.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
The Tariff on Wool.

Free traders don't like the reduced
and reasonable Democratic wool tariff
I'LL. But the free traders are a small
minority in this country, and cannot
expect to dominate legislation. Free
wool would not only cripple the rev.
enues of the government. but drive
many thousands Of growers into the
Republican ranks. And just now the
Democratic leaders are pursuing
statesmanlike instead of suicidal pol
icies, and demonstrating their capac-
ity for prudent Enthusiastically
IN. " Daily Press.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-07-05
He Was PREPARED.

Blanche Ring, the actress, is always
preaching caution-whether she prac-
tees it or not Is, as Kipling says, an
other story. IF everyone was only as
cautious as man I once knew" she
said the other night. nobody would
ever go broke. He called at the
money-order window of the local post
office and asked permission to send an
order for 800 to the old country.
Then the man with the money gave
his own name a. payee.
sT'm going over next week hs vol