147 YEARS AGO Thursday, October 12,1876
THE SIOUX COMMISSION
The member of the Commission express themselves as heartily satisfied at the progress they have made in treating with the Indians so far, finding them much more tractable than was anticipated.
They had three points to make – to secure the cession of the Black Hills, to obtain consent for roads leading thereto over reservations and to take such steps as in their best judgment would tend to introduce a system making the Indians ultimately self-supporting.
A SECOND INDIAN CAMPAIGN
Sioux City Journal
A second campaign against the Northern hostile Indians is being planned and the necessary arrangements for it vigorous presentation.
The soldiers who lately returned from the summers campaign, before taking the field again are to be supplied with ample clothing to render them comfortable, should the second campaign be protracted into the coming winter, which may be expected, for it is already late in the season to expect to accomplish much before cold weather sets in.
Kills horse to save himself
Alex Coker, a Texas herder, was running cattle recently, when his horse fell and the long lariat that hangs at the saddle-bow became entangled around the herder’s leg. The horse rose quickly and ran, dragging Coker across the plains, but had proceeded but a little way when Coker managed to draw his pistol and shoot the animal dead.
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120 YEARS AGO Friday, April 24, 1903
Century Club Entertainment
One of the most delightful entertainments of the past week was that given by Mrs. F.W. Bailauf when she entertained the Twentieth Century Literary Club.
On reaching the Hotel Foley the ladies found wagons and buggies awaiting them, from each of which floated the colors of the club. After a delightful drive of several miles a halt was made on the banks of the Canadian river, an ideal spot for such a gathering.
The New Bridge
The new toll bridge over the South Canadian river at Brassfield’s ferry is serving the purpose for which it was built to the entire satisfaction of its promoters. It is one of the best investments Eufaula has made lately.
100 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 1,1923
HEAVIEST RAINS IN YEARS FALL HERE
More than five inches in 18 hours
The heaviest rain that has visited Eufaula for more than two years fell here this week. Beginning early Tuesday evening and up to noon Wednesday, more than five inches had fallen. The rain was worth much to the farmers of this section and all are jubilant.
BIG FARM MEETING TO BE HELD HERE
County farmers will have the opportunity of hearing the latest in boll weevil control methods at a farm meeting to be held in Eufaula next Wednesday, Feb. 7, according to county agent H.L. Bankhead.
The Katy Railroad has agreed to send a cotton specialist here to give an illustrated lecture on the latest and most practical methods of weevil control as tried out in the infested regions of the cotton belt.
OPEN CREAMERY STATION HERE
A receiving station for cream for the accommodation of the farmers of this territory has been established at Rogillio’s Grocery. They began receiving cream for the first time yesterday and report a number of customers.
It will be a sub-station of the Swift and Company Creamery, of Parsons, Kans., making direct shipments of cream daily.
80 YEARS AGO Thursday, January 28, 1943
27 BOYS LEAVE FOR ARMY RECEPTION CENTER OF STATE
Twenty-seven McIntosh County boys left Eufaula by bus early this morning for the Army Reception Center at Fort Sill.
The group were in Tulsa the early part of last week where they took their physical and mental examinations.
Eufaula Stations to Operate Under New Restrictions
Beginning Monday, Eufaula service stations will begin operation under two new strict OPA rulings. Under orders issued this week from Washington, all stations will be limited to a weekly operation schedule of 72 hours and six days per week and no station will be permitted to extend credit to car drivers.
These new orders were issued by Washington officials to assist in conserving cars, rubber and gasoline.
Stations can operate either on the 72-hour basis, six days per week, or they are to be permitted to continue open for 24 hours seven days each week. However, there is a “catch” in this, as only 12 of the 24 hours each way will the 24-hour station be permitted to sell gasoline to A, B and C motorists.
LATE NEWS OF THE WAR TOLD IN BRIEF
– EUROPE: The allied aerial might was felt again in Naziland. For the first time in the war, German bases at Copenhagen, Denmark, were attacked. Strong raids also were made at Wilhelmshaven and Emden, the latter by all-American forces.
– AFRICA: The axis protested with a vigor incompatible with indifference that they were not worried about the Casablanca conferences. While much remained to be told about what went on, there were increasing signs that some sort of French unity was coming out of the meetings.
– RUSSIA: The doomed Germans around Stalingrad were reduced still farther, and the Soviet advances on Rostov and Kharkov were proceeding at a steady pace.
75 YEARS AGO Thursday, December 16,1948
Public Hearing On Dams to be Held Tuesday
Public hearing on the proposed two-dam project for the North and South Canadian river, will be held in Eufaula starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1. Both opposing and favorable groups are expected to be substantially represented in the response to the invitation.
Holiday Bouts Are Set for Next Thursday Here
Fourteen feature bouts plus a number of preliminary matches have been scheduled between the Eufaula boxing club and McLoud in a Christmas season card at the Community Hall next Thursday, Dec. 23.
It will be the second home appearance for Coach Jim Crabtrees boxing team, and the third team match of the season.
W.E. Dickey to Head Teachers Association
W.E. Dickey, veteran Cathay teacher, was elected president of the McIntosh County Teachers Association at its annual meeting Friday afternoon at Eufaula High School. Mr. Dickey succeeds Martin Odom, Eufaula school principal.
B.C. Burdine, Mountain View, was elected vice president; E.G. Mouser was chosen to represent the association as delegate to the Oklahoma Education Association next year.
Dan D. Draper, Pierce, was elected alternate delegate.
50 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 14, 1974
Community Choir to Rehearse Easter Music
The Community Choir will begin preparing for the community Easter service with a rehearsal Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, it was announced this week.
All churches are invited and welcome to participate.
25 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 12, 1998
Cash Flow Good, Paying Bills Despite General Fund Deficit
Wes Brantley of Horne & Company, the auditing firm hired by the City of Eufaula, addressed the council in regular session Monday, Feb. 2. He was there to answer questions concerning the Fiscal Year Audit for the period ending June 30, 1997 for the City and the Eufaula Public Works.
Brantley told the council that the city was out of compliance in seven of 15 categories. “The biggest problem is the legal fees. If not for them, we would have been in compliance, “ he said.
Valentine’s Day Ball Set for Sat. At Fountainhead
Lake Eufaula area Animal Rescue Klub (ARK) is sponsoring a Winter Ball on Valentines Day, Sat., Feb. 14, 1998, at Fountainhead Resort from 9 p.m.. to 1 a.m. in the main ballroom.
