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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
9
A wide roundup notes the British stance on South Africa, a Cuban policy push, and fires in Denver and Toronto. Greek and Himalayan tremors, volcanic eruptions in Guatemala and Bolivia, and floods in Joliet accompany labor strife in Chicago and Rhode Island. Kitchener’s promotion, Kitchener’s funds, and evolving U S rail policy amid wireless and canal debates frame a restless week.
Washington reports an ongoing investigation into whether General Miles furnished war department reports. The probe may target subordinates at the army headquarters, with Miles possibly implicated if official documents are traced to him. Officials fear leaks harm the army and administration and warning of possible retirement if Miles is found responsible.
Washington June 7. Senators Mitchell and Hanna traded jibes before debate on the canal route. Mitchell joked about raising red ink on eruptive volcanoes along the canal path and Hanna replied about the Chinese exclusion law’s flaws.
A Siam Free Press copy received in Victoria B C describes a Mekong right bank uprising near Bangkok with 200 deaths and many wounded. It notes Thai rebels vow vengeance on royal troops and warns of possible French intervention if the conflict spreads beyond Siamese territory. Excessive taxation and corrupt officials are blamed for the unrest.
Washington and New York reports estimate 41 votes for Nicaragua and about 42 for Panama with 12 undecided among 88 senators. Advocates for Panama aim to gain three more votes before the final tally. New York figures show 82,054 immigrants landed in May, up from 75,067 in April.
Greensboro Alabama June 7 Capt Hobson will return to the city and announce entry to the Alabama senate race from this district at the next election.
Washington reports Lady Pauncefote and the Honorable Mises Pauncefote intend to leave June 15, sailing from New York the following day for England. They will prepare the reception of Lord Pauncefot e's remains at Preston. It is hoped a British warship will escort the cruiser Brooklyn into English waters.
Commercial and financial highlights cover Oregon industries, fisheries on the Columbia, and recent development. Notable items include the Nehalem Logging company in Astoria with $10,000 capital, several lodge and temple activities, a three story Masonic building planned outside Portland, fish harvest improvements on the Lower Columbia, and a new fish hatchery planned near Yaquina. Also reported are university commencements, pioneer obituaries, and a GA R encampment in Astoria with about 1,000 visitors. A silver discovery at Galice creek and wool sales at Junction City are noted amid broader regional growth.
A list of prices for wheat, barley, oats, flour, millstuffs, hay, potatoes, butter, eggs, cheese, poultry, mutton, hogs, veal, beef, hops, wool and mohair appears alongside a brief local weather note and several items of national interest. Topics include New York Central stockholders approving a large capital increase, a sale price for Rubens Holy Family, a New York appellate ruling on labor unions, an export control note, a royal marriage resignation demand, and other market highlights.
Miners in Wilkes Barre and surrounding districts join a broad strike as water fills many collieries in Schuylkill and Lehigh Valley regions. Reading Company and related mines face shutdowns. Nanticoke’s No. 5 colliery halts engines, risking a town water shortage. Boycotts target non union workers, harming supply lines and daily life. President Mitchell pressed by Roosevelt talks.
Providence RI June 7 crowds blocked streets and jeered at officers and trolley passengers as 25 people were arrested. The disturbance started with a parade of about 300 striking conductors and motormen and escalated with missiles hurled and trolley ropes cut. Police used clubs and mounted officers to disperse the crowds as cars were halted and thousands shouted. By midnight the riot subsided with cars out of service.
In Chicago on June 7, Typographical union No 16 secured a citywide raise for over 1,800 job printers without a strike. Wages rise from 18 to 19.50 dollars weekly, ending 20 years of stagnant pay in all city shops.
Secretary Hay received a cablegram from Consul McWade in Canton stating Marshal Su has telegraphed the Chinese government that he will capture Kweich and Kwang Nan prefecture in Yun Nan. Rebels have fled to the hills northwest of Nan Ning. Troubles north of Long Chew in Kwang Si are not serious.
Birmingham reports Calera Alabama is burning and requests help after a telephone message arrived. Special trains have departed with fire engines to respond to the blaze.
Consul Mc Wade reports in Canton that cholera is decreasing there while cases grow in Tachan, Washington, on June 7. The notice highlights shifting outbreak patterns and ongoing health concerns in the region.
News from the steamer Palena reports Retabulen at Mount Tacona’s foot buried under lava ash and stones with about 1000 perished. ChamPánico and Tapachula regions suffered. Champanico’s hayfield covered in pumice. Shocks have occurred daily since the April 15 earthquake devastating Quezaltenango. Santa Maria also erupting.
Beatrice Nebraska reports a Cortland cloud burst causing widespread flooding. A foot of water fell in three hours washing out bridges and culverts and flooding basements and low lands in Cortland Princeton and Pickrell. Union Pacific lines and tracks were flooded isolating Cortland city. Livestock washed away and possible loss of life feared.
Washington June 9 Chairman Payne of the ways and means committee says he does not yet plan a resolution for adjournment. No firm plan will form until the senate decides courses on the Nicaragua canal and Cuban bills. He expects congressional business to shape toward adjournment about July 1.
Washington on June 9 cabinet discussions covered the omnibus public buildings bill and a thorough review of Cuban reciprocity measures but no decision was reached. It was noted that Judge Taft had presented war secretary instructions to Cardinal Rampolla, and Secretary Root will forward those instructions to the Philippine commission.
Washington June 7 Senator Hale introduced an amendment to the naval appropriation bill to appoint a commission to select a site near Mare Island Cal for a new navy yard. The aim is to transfer the Mare Island ward to the proposed new ward citing remoteness and difficulty of reaching Mare Island with large vessels.
Washington June 4 The act creating Crater Lake National Park Oregon passed Congress and was signed by the president. The 249 square mile tract bounded by 43 04 N 42 48 N 122 W and 122 16 W is reserved for the public park and open with rules to protect timber game and forest fires.
The British steamer Atrato reports heavy fighting at Bocas del Toro with revolutionists mining the town. Government troops marching to recapture suffered heavy losses as mines exploded and rebels retained control. Government forces reinforced Colon and Panama while reorganizing amid rising sympathy for the revolution. The isthmus chaos disrupts fruit trade and stirs speculation on new Panama governor Guiveras.
Denver on June 4 reports the building trades strike situation unchanged. Ornamental Wire Works owners declare they will reopen using non-union labor and expect no serious trouble if the move proceeds.
Havana dispatch reports Jose and Tomas Palma, two of the president's sons, have sailed for New York. Jose goes to Columbia Law School to take his examination, while Tomas attends school at Newburg. The president, overcome with parting, bids them farewell aboard the steamer with warm embraces and words of encouragement.
Returns from 17 counties show Chamberlain trailing Furnish in many counties while Republicans gain large margins in Congress. Complete county tallies reveal Chamberlain leading in some counties but Furnish holding wider leads in others, with final official results pending and a Republican legislature likely.
Judge John F. Phillips of the United States circuit court issues a temporary restraining order blocking striking union bakers from patrolling in front of the Grand avenue bakery or interfering with the employer. The move follows a lockout by six leading firms in the Masters' Association.
In Sonora reports of Yaqui Indian troubles were greatly exaggerated, amid a conflict involving Mexican leaders and Yaqui laborers. The dispute led to violence and deaths as tensions escalated among locals and workers in the area.
Five prisoners vanished from Leadville jail after sawing the cell lock and sewer trap door. They crawled through a hole in the foundation wall to escape, while the jailer alerted the front office. An investigation confirms the underground tunnel route.
From Pretoria on June 4 a proclamation issued yesterday in connexion with a peace term states that despite Mr. Kruger’s clamor the bonds of the Transvaal republic will be suspended for a period beginning June 1 and ending June 26 and 27. The days of King Edward’s coronation have been proclaimed a public holiday.
A fire in Rockaway destroyed or damaged multiple structures, killing four people and fatally injuring two others. The blaze began in a frame building and spread rapidly to brick and other frame structures, causing extensive loss estimated at around 120,000 dollars. One victim was found burned in a building as firefighters gained control.
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