This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1902
Page
2
A sweeping digest of late events reports political tensions in Europe and Asia, monarchs and diplomats shaping policy, and technological advances. It notes new wireless cable contracts, naval developments, and international inquiries while touching on disasters at sea and economic shifts.
The document from the University of Washington outlines the purpose to unite the university and secondary worlds, stressing public class and student conduct. It discusses aims, costs, and volunteer services, with mention of arrests and legal actions impacting local figures and a Republican campaign presence.
Justice Gray of the United States Supreme Court died today from paralysis after a period of illness. Born in Massachusetts in 1824 he became a renowned lawyer and later served as chief justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court before his 1875 appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court where he was regarded as one of the court’s ablest members.
Ferne BC notes the Crow's Nest Pass Railway opens for traffic on Monday between Morriver Station and Jennings, about 115 miles long, linking Crow's Nest coal mines with the Great Northern system via a direct route. A four mile Morrissey creek branch aids access to Morrissey mines, boosting output by connecting to western rail centers and major coal markets.
Elliot of Harvard University may run as an independent candidate for Cambridge mayor heading the local reform ticket. Petitions circulate to win his candidacy.
Executive head George Maxwell urged irrigation development and farm land use as a solution to drought in arid regions. He warned eastern centers know little about western lands and urged rapid, sustained action to boost agriculture and settlement.
A conference of state Republicans discussed endorsing Theodore Roosevelt. Senator Platt noted some opposition but reported majority support as the New York campaign details were debated. The event focused on Roosevelt’s 1904 prospects and party alignment.
Vienna reports an anti-Semitic uprising in Czenstopan Hungary where 14 Jews and one officer are dead and 40 wounded. Troops rush to the scene as rioting continues and fears of further trouble grow. In Washington the president appoints C A Bonaparte of Baltimore and Prof Andrew Draper of Illinois as Indian commissioners with no salary.
A devastating fire near Lewis River in Cowlitz County killed several campers and destroyed shelters. Dr L Wallet his wife and children perished. others unidentified were severely burned as flames swept through the forested area near Hemler and Lewis River forks. Local authorities report extensive loss of life and property with ongoing efforts to identify victims and secure nearby sites.
The tenth irrigation congress will convene at Cohverade Springs in October with delegates from every state and territory. Each state sends two delegates to the delegates and official boards of commissioners will hold meetings to organize irrigation efforts.
Fragmentary OCR text notes overcast conditions by noon and afternoon clearing with a mention of fog or mist. It references Port Angeles and vague times and measurements, but the details are unreadable.
A fragmentary notice describes widespread telecommunication issues near Anacortes with navigation warnings and partial damage reports. The text notes deteriorating lines and several cataclysmic events under unclear authorial attribution.
Readable text describes a West Coast town facing water-related danger and civil unrest. Residents worry about flooding and infrastructure while authorities respond to the evolving threat. The fragment mentions Vancouver and emergency measures as water issues rise.
A September 16 dedicatory event at Zion synagogue drew 1000 in a crowded line. Temporary steps failed under pressure causing about 500 fall. Police halted the rush to prevent further harm as rescuers tended the injured. No deaths were initially reported.
Acting Secretary Adee received a telegram from Oregon's governor directing an immediate thorough inquiry into allegations by the Chinese legation that Baker City authorities failed to punish Chinese victims last October. The telegram was sent to the Chinese minister here.
Garfield Washington September 15 hog market reports show the highest price in 20 years with two carloads sold locally bringing raisers 6 60 per hundred pounds.
A merger case centers on Northern Fiber Securities and a related buyout near Minnew. Reported terms suggest a significant consolidation affecting local markets and stakeholders in the region. Facilities and assets involved include related securities and liabilities under review by authorities.
Fragmentary report outlines Republican League gathering with mentions of delegates and elections. Names like Bever and Hamilton appear amid scattered phrases about nominations and a presidential slate.
Washington reports a plan to recoin or reissue government bonds to release 4 million dollars more into circulation. The secretary says no alarm is needed about current monetary conditions and hints at possible shifts to loosen credit.
Washington reports Rear Admiral Higgins requests a court of inquiry to probe the Brooklyn cruiser accident during joint maneuvers. The panel includes Rear Admiral Watson as president, Rear Admiral Clark, and Captain Chester. New York notes Rapid Transit pathway progress after $21,000,000 spent and 24 lives lost, three-fifths complete per Chief Engineer Parson.
The battleship Wisconsin under Admiral Casey sailed from Seattle at noon for Panama to protect American interests in the Colombian conflict area. The Oregon followed 24 hours later under Captain Burwell for San Francisco to await orders. Also, Clarence H. McKay of Postal Telegraph denies plans to consolidate with Western Union.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.