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I OKMULGEE (Mil SKETCH OF WORK DONE BY REPRESENTATIVE BODY. Preamble and Resolutions Execu tivc Committee Selected, All Men of Sterling Business Intogrity, The Press. HpocUl to tbe Ardmoreite. Okmulgee, I. T., Auk- 2S The meeting was called to order by Georjre McLacau, president of the Okmulgee Commercial dab. The president introduced Col. George A. Murphy, who delivered the ad dress of welcome. General Porter wa3 called on for a talk, and responded with a few appropriate remarks. Motion to adjourn until S o'clock was voted down, and motion to proceed with business prevailed. General Porter was chosen tem porary chairman, and J. C. B. Lindsay of Wagoner secretary. Moved by Mr Douglas of Mus kogee, that in order to expedite business, aommittee on credentials be dispensed with, and that nil delegates in attendance, whether present at the time or not, be seat ed in the convention. Also, that jhe registration for names be kept open during the proceedings of the cdnvontiou, so that any one arriv ing as a delegati might participate. Motion prevailed that all dele gates register their names and their residence with the secretary. Motion prevailed that a com mittee of three be appointed by the chair on resolutions and by laws, to report on the re-convening of the convention after supper. The chair appointed George Mc Lagan of Okmulgee, S- C. Tread well of Tishomingo, and Sidney Suggs of Ardmore. Motion prevailed that the chair appoint a committee on permanent organization and order of business. W. G. D. Ilines o South Mc Alester, pr. Hamilton of Holden ville,"'' atfd Clarence Douglas of Muskogee were appointed on this committee. General Porter being unable to remain in attendance at the con vention, George McLagan of Ok mulgee was elected temporary chairman to preside at the night session. Convention adjourned to meet at 8 o'clock p. in. Couveution re-convened with Chairman McLagan presiding. Minutes of the preceding session road and approved. A telegram from the Commercial Club of South McAlester, express ing a desire for the success of the meeting and inviting tbe next con vention to come to that town, was read to the meeting by tbe secre tary. The committee on order of busi ness made its report, recommend ing George McLagan of Okmulgee as president cf the permanent or ganization, Sidney Suggs of Ard more as vice-president and J. C. li. Lindsay of Wagoner as secre tary. The report was accepted and the committee discharged. Report on permanont organiza tion and order of busiuoss was read aud, on motion, the preamble was adopted as a whole. The resolutions were read by sections. Mr. Douglas offered a substitute for section 1, which, after consid erable discussion, was adopted Section 2 was read and adopted with some slight changes. Sections 3, 4 and 5 were adopted as road. 1'UEAMHL.K AND UESOLI'TIONS. Whereas, the government of the United States through its congress in Washjugtou, has appropriated the sum of five mtlhou dollars for the purpose of holding a World's Fair in the city of fct. Louis in 1903 to commemorate the purchase of the Louisiana territory, and whereas, the city of St. Louis has appropriated an additional sum of fivo million dollars for the same purpose, and whereas, the citizens of St, Louis have subscribed a fur ther sum of five million dollars for tho same commendable purpose; and whereas, the president of the United States has in a proclama tion to the people inviting nil of tne slates ana territories mtiuuiuu our newlv acquired insular pos sessionj, to participate in this great enterprise; and whereas, the people of the Indian Territory are desirous of performing plans for the purpose of making a creditable exhibit nt the Louisiana Purchase Exposition to be held in St. Louis in 1903; and whereas a convention of representatives of the Indian Territory is now in session for that purpose at Okmulgee, Indian Territory. Therefore, be it rnolved, 1. That this convention select and elect at this time a Temporary Territorial World's Fair Exeoutive Committee to consist of a chairman, three members from the Cherokee nation, three members from tbe Creek nation, three members from the Choctaw nation, three members from the Chickasaw nation anil three members from the Seminole nation. 2- The chairman of this com mittee shall appoint a secretary. That iu the selection of said exe outive committee representation shall be given to the inhabitants of the respective nations in equal proportions, and that a inaiotity of said committee be empowered to call a convention at snch time and place as they may deem proper, aud resolved that the secretary of this convention immediately notify the members of their election. 3. That it is the sense of this committee that the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw and Seminole nations are invited through their proper representa tives to appoint delegates to rep resent them at the meeting called by this committee, and b it fnrtlr er resolved that the Commercial Clubs of the incorporated towns, the Press association and the Com mercial interests of the Indian Territory be invited to appoint delegates to represent them at this meeting; and be it further resolved that it is the sense of this commit tee that tbe representation at this convention be made as comprehen sive as possible to the end that the exhibit of the Indian Territory nt the Louisiana Purchase Centeniaf Exposition be a splendid affair, fully commensurate with the vast resources of the Territory. The following is the executive committee selected: In the Creek nation, George Mc- Lanan of Okmulgee, J. M Hall of Tulsa, Dr. Hamilton of Holden ville. In the Chickasaw nation, Gov ernor Johnston, Sidney Suggs of Ardmore, Calvin Grant of Pauls Valley. In the Seminole nation, Gov ernor Brown, C. L. Long, M. F. Mannsville, (all of Wewoka.) In the Choctaw nation, Gov. ernor Dukes, J. J. McAlester of McAlester, Mr Poole of Durant. In the Cherokee nation, Chief Buffington, J. S. Stapler of Talle- quah, J. W. Mc Williams of Miami. A resolution prevailed making Chief Porter the chairman of this executive committee, and reads as follows: Whereas: Honorable Pleasant Porter, chief of Creek tribe of In dians, has given his hearty and unqualified support to the move ment of securing representation for the Indian Territory at the St. Louis World's Fair, and, Whereas, we recognize in the per son of Mr. Porter a man pre-emin ently qualified to discharge the duties of chairman of the tempora ry Indian Territory World s Fair executive committee: Therefore, be it resolved that this convention elect the Honora ble Pleasant Porter as chairman of said executive committee. Other resolutions were passed as follows Be it further resolved: That this convention delegate C M. Reeves, secretary of the committee on state and territorial exhibits, to go beforo tho Louisiana Pur chase Exposition Co-, at St. Louis and placed beforo the said com pany the situatiou in the Iudiau Terrilor , bearing on the question of the Territorial exhibit at said exposition, and for the further purpose of securing such aid and assistance as may be possible from the said authorities, and that he be requested to innke a full report to this convention. Geokge McLaoan. Sydney Scgds, S. -C TilEADWEMi. Also, That all members of the Press of the Indian Territory be constituted by this convention a committee of proposition and pub licity, that they be invited to be present at the meeting of the exec utive committee, and participate in the discussions of World's Fair matters, and that thev be elected honorary members or delegates to all subsequent World's Fair con ventions, and earnestly requested to co-operate in every way with other efforts of the organization Be it further resolved by this convention that we recognize and highly appland the efforts of the Commercial Clnb of Okmulgee in calling this convention, and that whatever benefits and resulte flow from our deliberations are due to its progressive spirit; that we ex tend a vote of thanks to our presi dent, George McLagan, for the ef ficient manner in which he has presided over our deliberations, and to tbe secretary, for his sere vice, and for tbe hospitality of th citizens of Okmulgee. Open Day anil Night. Mr. T. C- Bridgman informs us that in the future the undertaking establishment of W. J. Brown will be open day and night in order that the public can be waited upon at all times. A man will sleep in the office ready at all times to serve you. 12-llt To prove that a man is a natural cook and dishwasher, one smart woman has discovered a verse in Kings which Feems to cover the case. "I will vipe out Jerusalem as a man wipeth a dish, wiping it and turning it upside down." Des Moines Leader. Chase & Sanborn's seal brand coffees, is the world's famous brand. No other coffee as good Buy It from Jake, the sole agent. 2C-Gt In order that yuur bread tickets will give you a ticket to my soda fountain it is absolutely necessary 'hat cash accompany all bread ticket orders. Spiegle. 15tf Fourteen bales of cotton were brought in yesterday. The big gest price paid was S.10. Cotton buyers here soj that Ardmore pays $3 per bale more than any other town in the Territory. For Sale By W. S. Smith & Co, a four room frame house, lot is 100 by 140 feet, good cistern, fruit trees and grape vines now bearing. 1-lm A. C Young has tbe handsomest line of fnrniture, carpets, matting, and rugs that he has ever carried before. You always receive a cordial welcome at his store, call and look through his entire stock. 27tf Dave Sexton of Hewitt arrived this morning from a visit to Quincy, 111. He says the corn crop in many portions of that state are a complete failure, caused by a protracted drouth of several months. Ho is accompanied by his wife's sister, Miss Alma L. Gaines of Quincy. The Bain wagon is a great fa vorite among those who use them. When you buy the Bain you make no mistake. Sprngins & Co. sells them. Dissolution Notice. The partnership heretofore ex isting between L. P. Hudson and J. E. Arnold, under the firm name of Hudson & Arnold, is this day dissolved. L. P. Hcdson. Ardmore, Aug. 19, 1901. J. H. Spiegle has moved his bakerv into the new Hinkle brick building on West Main street, where he is fitted up with all the latest machinery for conducting the business. Parties can still find bread, however, at the old stand. ltf Lawn Sociable. The Epworth League of the Broadway Methodist church will give on ice cream supper, Thurs day night next, on the lawn at the parsonage Remember. That I am still here and continue to pay the highest price for all kinds of second bauds goods. 1-lm W. H. Rooeks. I Want. Ten good teams to haul seasoned cord wood nt once, $1.25 a cord. Can make two loads a day easy. L. B. Robehson, 27d&wGt North Caddo St. Laugh and the World Laughs with you, have chills and you chill alone. Cheatham's Laxa tive Ohlll Tablets cures, gives an ap petlto and strength, Most conveni ent chill tonic on earth. Oan carry in the vest pocket. "To be always happy, use Red Cross Bag Blue. Refuse imitations." Hearing Continued. Yesterday afternoon Judge Bradford began the examining j trial of the United States vs. J. F. ' York of Snlphur Springs, charged with selling intoxicating drinks. The case wa3 continued to next Saturday. Dr. York is a pbvsician and druggist at Sulphur. Buy n ticket, only 35c, and help the band boys buy their new uniforms. 2Gtf The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Presbyterian church will serve refreshments next Fridav night at the home of Mrs. Chas- Durie, All are invited. We will make it pleasant for you. Mrs. C. P. Whiteman, Sec. A man by the name of Miller, who is in the horse trading busi ness at Checotah, met with a pain ful accident Monday by being kick ed in tbe mouth and losing all his front teeth, besides fracturing his jaw bone. Donaldson builds houses. See him. istf Seventy four books by best authors and Marion Harlands Cook Book, six cents each, with Victorex Baking Powder. Ask your grocer. 21-lm Chiekaeba has accepted a prop osition from tbe Frisco roud and will give a bonus of $15,000 to the road, $5,000 to be paid now add $10,000 when the first train runs into the city. The railroad people to purchase their own right of way through the town. Hear the choruses and latest music at the opera house Sept. 5th and 6th. 26 tf My furniture will, do to trust. It U the best that's made. No room in my store for shoddy stuff. I have a very liberal proposition to make to any one who wants some nice pieces of furniture. 27tf A. C. Young- The sale of town lots in the town of Anadarko closed on the 29th. The whole number of lots sold was 1,126 and the total amount realized was over $183,000. The Mitchell wagon has stood the test of time. It represents the perfection in wagon making that other manufacturers try to reach. Buy them from Bivens & Wil liams. For Sale Second-hand phaeton and track sulkv. Apply at Alex anders Drug Store. 25-tf For Sale. Four room house, corner lot, brick storm cellar, good well of water, nice young trees, close to business part of town, cheap for cash- See me at Brown's Under taking shop. F. P. Harlan. 23-ts30 Fine Tailoring JJAY we have your measure for Fall and Winter Clothing? Our display of new Woolens for this season is simply grand. That's what everybody says who has inspected them. If we have made your clothes, we have no fear but that we shall contiuue to make them. If we have not, give us a trial. Nothing is above the ability of our Cutters and Tailors to pro duce. Our aim is for ideal work. We won't fall short of it in your case. You can trust the making of your fine clothes to us without fear of disappointment. Our Cutters and Tailors are selected solely on account of their ability to do fine work. We do the best Tailoring at moderate prices. Shop Up Stairs over our Furnishing Store. RINGER BROTHER Clothiers and Furnishers. Closes Tonight. The revival at the Christian church closes with tonight's services- Evangelist Brower will sing a solo. Rev. Volney Johnson will take for his subject, "From Cross to Crown." Born, this morning to Mr, and Mrs. W. R. Robert, a daughter. For Rent A 4 room bouse, possession at once. T. B. John son, at the Cold Storage market. 29 3t Witness Released. William Hildebrant, whose home is in Colorado, is a witness in a murder case set for the Oclo ber term cf the United States court. He has been in jail here for the past eight days. This morning he was released on a $250 bond and left for Pnrcell. He is an old man and in delicate health. He says that a longer confinement in jail would have killed him. See Donaldson for odd jobs in carpenter work. 7tf When you do your wagon buy ing from the-Stevens, Kennedy & Spragins Co. you are not forced to bny o:.ly one kind, bat bare is a list yn may choose from: Bain Wagons, Springfield Wagons, O'Brien Wagons, Old's Patent Wagons. Better wagons cannot be found anywhere and tL.s company's per-1 sonal guarantee goes with every wagon sold. I ST. AGNES ACADEMY. Fall term opens Tuesday, Sept. 3. Terms for day pupils $1, $2 and $3 per month- Music $4. For Boarding Pupils Board, tuition, light, fuel and laundry on $12 per month. Good moral conduct required of all pupils at all times and places, but academy will not be responsi ble for pupils off the school ground. Elks Club S. H. TORBETT, E. R. mm-. n. l. aanucna, see. ViJlting Elk iJaaagPS cordially invited. OliYette Soap, ....Will Stand.... THE TEST. ..That's What We Da. Cypress Pots. The Brown Lumber company al ways have cypress poles and posts to sell. Write or 'phone them at Avinger. Tex. 12 lm Don't forget the band boy's benefit at the opera house, Sept. 5 and Gth. 2Gtf Drug Store. If sold at once, bargain for cash or will give time on part, or trade for cattle. Box 3G2. Ardmore, I. T. 25-tf DR. J. G. ABERNETHY, ..Dentist.! Up to Date Dentistry. Crown and Bridge Work that gives satisfaction. Plates that are guaranteed to at. Fillings Gold, Amalgam, Porce lain, Inlays, etc. At prices consistent with good workmanship. Rooms over T. N. Coleman's Drug Store. Cold Storage Market Onr market iu always supplied with the be3t of everything to eat. Our cold storage keeps in perfect condition every particle of food for the table. Fresh meats of all kinds. The purest lard, fish, oysters and celery. Free delivery to any part of the city. ( HEATH JAMES. IPhonc : 35 For BusJ AND You'll Not Get Left Meet ill Trains Day and Night. FINLEY & LIGHT FOR Suppress Mtnstruitttn PAINFUL Menstruation And a PRBVENTIVB lor FXMA.LX -i I XKKXCUL&BITIES. Ara Safe and Reliable. CP Perfectly Han lm The Ladits' Purelj Ve. udic l BTCT Fail! PRICE $1.00 Scat postpaid on receipt ol price. Money reloaded Knot ui ur. Sample and Booklet ttatlrte. Via de Cinchona Co.. Moines, iow. W. B. Frama. Druggist. Red Cross Tansy Pills