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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
2
The Brooklyn arrives at Southampton bearing Lord Pauncefote's remains. Topeka faces severe floods halting rail traffic. The Windward Arctic steamer joins Peary's base at the north. Siam's crown prince plans a U.S. visit. A wooden box trust aims to centralize box factories. The Marietta will survey isthmus towns for conditions. Sir Thomas Lipton resumes America's Cup challenge.
Portland and Jeanie, long missing, arrived together after being freed from ice near Nome. Melville Dollar reported both vessels sighted July 2, with Portland assisting Jeanie. No injuries reported among passengers or crew. Further Dawson advices confirm Portland arrival at St Michael on July 2 and cargo intact. Jeanie status unclear. Upshot uncertain as other vessels approach ports.
In Whatcom on July 14, S M Bruce was found not guilty after an 11 trial for larceny tied to acting as a bank director and receiving deposits while the Scandinavian American Bank was in a failing condition. The jury room’s dramatic moment ended with a verdict of not guilty after intense courtroom tension.
Commerce between the United States and its new possessions expands rapidly. Shipments to Hawaii Porto Rico Alaska and the Philippines rose from 6.77 million in 1897 to about 35 million in the latest year, with Alaska adding an estimated 15 million, totaling near 50 million in the past fiscal year, up from about 10 million in 1897.
High winds battered Spokane and Seattle on Monday. Seattle council blocked a $1,000 reward for Harry Tracy. Deputy Sheriff Jack Williams, wounded by Tracy near Bothell, remains weak though not out of danger. Northern Pacific sold 3000 acres in Thurston County for 62780 to Mason County Logging.
London reports the venerated field marshal General Kitchener returning home amid praise for his wartime leadership. King Edward bestows the insignia of the new Order of Merit, while ministers consider reforms in army administration and officer training.
Chicago July 14 The Tribune notes an implied threat by the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway to extend to the coast if it does not receive favorable treatment in the recent merger with the Great Northwest system. The line has earmarked about 20 million dollars for an extension and has sent engineers to the Northwest to survey a Puget Sound route.
Hops bring strong bids at 22 cents a pound in Yakima for choice quality. Industry expectations project over 1 million dollars in county revenue this season with many growers earning high profits per acre. About 2,500 acres in hop yards report 14 000 to 20 000 bales in harvest ready condition.
Paris papers join in praising General Kitchener calling him a great British leader in diplomacy and battlefield brilliance. The Tempe notes the British have reason to be proud of him.
Seattle reports from mid July describe the outlaw Harry Tracy eluding capture as he robs a home near Black Diamond and eats there while deputies pass close by. Tracy appears wounded in the hip from a buckshot skirmish with the Bunces and suffers rheumatic swelling, altering his usually jaunty demeanor. The ongoing pursuit continues through Enumclaw and nearby areas with no decisive outcome.
Paris observers report J. P. Morgan may pursue a Turkish debt unification scheme. Rumors suggest a plan to consolidate Ottoman debt could shift huge sums under Morgan’s influence, prompting widespread speculation across financial and political circles in the city.
Northern Pennsylvania plans better transportation to the fair grounds. A spur may be built from the main track with sidings to ease movement of exhibits and stock. Supervisors and the superintendent surveyed tracks near the fair grounds to expedite shipping.
Major Bingham of the Coast Artillery plans to move sixty three officers and two hundred men from Alcatraz Island to Fort Casey California soon. The garrison will march under canvas as barracks are not yet built. This marks Fort Casey as the first regular garrison station, replacing only a small detachment from Fort Flagler.
The Campanile of St Mark's church in Venice toppled this morning, the 98 meter bell tower, with a loud crash into the Piazza. The cathedral and Palace of the Doges are unharmed though part of the royal palaces suffered damage. Repairs were planned to begin today and a loss of life is feared as troops secure the ruins.
Chicago faces a total work stoppage as freight handlers and railroads clash over a half cent per hour per man. Seventy carriers and ten thousand workers are locked in a deadlock with the union seeking $500 per day. Rioting erupts as police move in, 11 men arrested, and 8 officers with Western Electric teams struggle to free drivers from a crowd pocket near St. Paul depot.
The Dawson to White Horse winter trail survey advances to Selkirk. Entrance via Eureka creek and Chief gulch to Eldorado then Bonanza to Dawson. Route shifts from Gold Run and calls for huge crews starting July 10, with local men favored over newcomers. Government budgets $175,000 for Yukon trails this season.
Cleveland July 14 Mayor Tom L Johnson says he will seek the Democratic nomination for the presidency and tour the West this fall to promote his candidacy. Lafe Pence former Colorado congressman and Johnson discussed the campaign in a lengthy meeting.
Masked men held up a westbound Denver & Rio Grande train at Mill Switch near Chester. They dynamited two safes in the express car, robbed passengers of cash and jewelry, and then fled as a posse swarms the area. Engineer Roland was wounded, and guards pursued the bandits as the incident drew attention to a suspected gang terrorizing local ranches.
Philadelphia reports a sensational sequel as New York and Boston police seek Henry B. McDowell on charges of embezzlement and theft of securities from United States Trust Company. Warrant alleges securities and funds misappropriated totaling over 50 dollars and fraud valued at 250000. McDowell, son of Civil War general A McDowell, allegedly swindled stockholders by pledging millions and arranging charters to gain control.
The secretary of war authorized 630,250 dollars from prior appropriations to build barracks and quarters for Pacific coast troops. Allocations include 242,000 for Washington facilities, 105,000 for Fort Lawton, 27,000 for Fort Wright, plus funds to establish a cantonment and recruiting depot, reflecting wartime construction needs.
General Thomas Anderson publishes a letter in the Record Herald offering his version of the Manila surrender. He denies an understanding with Dewey and emphasizes improvements in American troops and the actions taken. War department and Admiral Dewey refuse to comment and the matter is likely to fade.
A cloud burst in What Cheer Iowa flooded the city center washing away nine buildings and causing about 250000 in damage. A four foot wall of water swept down a dry run at 3 o clock residents escaped with their lives and could not save property.
Washington dispatch reports Major General Chaffee relieved by order of Secretary Root. Major General W D Davis will take command in the division of the Philippines and Chaffee will assume command of the Department of the East at Governor's Island after relief. September 30, 1902 noted.
At Sans Palmas on Claudio Vienna’s estate a reservoir burst, flooding the area and drowning 35 people. A nearby house was swept away in the disaster reported from Valparaiso dated July 14. The incident follows the burst of the reservoir implying severe flood damage to the estate.
A Panama Canal issue report from New York argues for immediate action to transfer the canal concession from the New Panama Canal Company to the United States government. Five prominent Panama observers urge swift negotiations to favor U S construction over the Panama route, warning against delays that could harm Colombia and the Isthmus commerce. The panel stresses urgency and tact to avoid diplomatic missteps while promoting a prompt, decisive course.
A fragmentary report describes a vengeance murder in which a husband demands custody of a seven year old son and a fatal assault occurs in a hallway. The piece includes a baffling aside about an executive at a steel company and a whimsical anecdote on wrapping packages and office hiring.
A humorous note on lineage and armiger claims starts with Sylvanus Urban in Cerabill Magazine. A man seeking a coat of arms for a celebrated ancestor tells of escaping Ludgate prison using a rope tied to King Lud’s statue.
A final departure marked by a community farewell at the churea fair. Attendees paid respects to a notable local figure as crowds gathered for the event and remembered shared stories and ties to the place.
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