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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1903
Page
2
Bolivia grants Brazil time to settle Acre dispute while earthquakes in Valesa cause minor damage. Post office theft at Colfax, Illinois, and a fatal explosion at a powder house in Twi light, Pennsylvania are noted. Crimes include a St Louis murder, postal frauds arrests, and a Newark factory fine.
San Francisco June 20 Information from the steamship Acapulco reports that Panama faces a revolt to secede from Colombia and form an independent republic if the Bogota convention votes against the canal treaty. Delegates were assembling in Bogota as Liberal forces argue the treaty would give the United States control of Colombia, stirring unrest among middle and lower classes.
Washington reports a federal grand jury will return up to five indictments tomorrow or Monday in postal fraud matters. Targets include August W. Machen Diller B. Groff Samuel A. Groff Geo E. Lorenz and Mrs Lorenz, all tied to a conspiracy to defraud the government. Deputy DA Taggart leads the case. The go-between may be a woman, possibly connected to Mrs Lorenz.
Governor Bailey issues proclamation calling Kansas legislature to a special session at Topeka Capitol on June 5, 1903, to address flood damage and enable counties and municipalities to reconstruct essential bridges amid lacking laws.
Washington reports Postmaster General Payne may be forced from the cabinet amid fierce newspaper attacks over the Tulloch charges and his stance on the Post Office investigation. Editors say only death or removal by the president could end his tenure. Bristow’s name is now floated as Payne’s successor to cleanse the department.
Two trains collided on a curved stretch near Waterloo Iowa as passenger No. 2 of the Illinois Central, eastbound, struck a freight at about 50 miles per hour. Nine people died and both engines were wrecked. Engineers and firemen on both crews perished after the freight crew misread orders while the passenger had the right of way.
June 22 report from Albuquerque details widespread flood fears as the Rio Grande swells after heavy rains north of the city. Dikes and the Alameda Acquia breach sent torrents toward an eight foot embankment, prompting hundreds to rush to reinforce the structure before daybreak.
A San Marcial dispatch reports the Rio Grande reached its peak at 5 am and broke the protection levee. Several small houses were badly damaged and farmers face heavy losses. Wartham reports the river inches higher than yesterday and the breached levee remains unrepaired. The levee is expected to keep failing as the river moves beyond control.
New York reports from Barranquilla and Cartagena indicate a decidedly favorable shift in ratifying the Panama Canal treaty. The change is driven by Isthmian public spirit and ongoing publications by leading Conservative and Liberal figures clarifying key points, with restored public order aiding support.
Des Moines reports a stalemate as Dubuque streetcar clashes stall further moves. The street railway company insists on more militia before advancing, while the governor will not deploy beyond three ready companies. Local authorities warn that any street car movement could trigger uncontrollable riots.
Theodore Gross, a mine promoter, jailed after a Chicago fraud case involving a $3,000,000 mining deal and a $200,000 commission. Richmond Polson, manager for Walter Baker & Co. (Limited), accuses Gross of withholding $125,000 due for the Camp Bird Mining Company stock sale from Thomas F. Walsh, Colorado financier now in Washington.
New Westminster June 22 The Fraser River continues to rise and the Chilliwack Valley dike is expected to break before morning with tonight's high tide. If it fails over 500 settlers will be flooded and 20 000 acres submerged. About 100 men guard the dike as sawmills along the river bank close during the flood. The Great Northern track at Bon Accord lies six inches under water for a mile and a half.
Washington announces the Post Office Department will rapidly establish rural free delivery routes that were delayed by funding gaps. Beginning July 1 a large number of routes will open but only on routes with at least 100 families to ensure service efficiency and economic administration.
Major General Frank Wheaton retired from the U S Army died here yesterday at age seventy A widow and two daughters survive him Death was due to a general breakdown in health
In East St. Louis and nearby areas the flood waters are receding and business is returning to normal. The latest estimates place flood related fatalities at 17, with 14 drowned and 3 killed during river thievery incidents.
June 17 via Lexington, Heppner recounts a devastating flood leaving hundreds dead as homes, businesses, and streets are crushed and scattered. Rescue crews and volunteers recover bodies, with the Palace hotel spared the torrent while debris piles into makeshift boxes for rapid burials.
In Scranton Pennsylvania on June 18 the anthracite region avoided a strike as operators refused to recognize District Presidents Nicholas Fahey and Detery. The United Mine Workers convention elected three presidential districts as representatives to the conciliation board. Reading Company President Baer announced operators found the convention’s action satisfactory. President Mitchell was named the legal representative of the miners at the head of the conciliation board.
In St Paul on June 18 the Supreme Lodge A O U W began debate on the benefit committee report. The members will consider several assessment tax propositions, discussing each before the lodge declares its position. The lodge will not state any stance until all propositions are reviewed.
Denver reports that General Baldwin ordered one troop of the Third Cavalry from Fort Apache Arizona to Morenci to reinforce the area after strike unrest. Earlier reports suggested Lebo’s Fourteenth Cavalry might return to Fort Grant and Huachuca, but new developments keep Federal troops on site.
Secretary Root has ordered no further moves on the proposed opium act of the Philippine Commission until it receives thorough consideration in Washington. The commission has been informed by cable, and the opium bill, having passed its second reading, will stay as is until the Secretary of War decides. The bill bans sale and use of opium by all persons except Chinese.
A section of the Madison street bridge approach collapsed amid a street carnival crowd in Eau Claire Wisconsin. Six people were seriously hurt and 25 to 30 others suffered lesser injuries as illumination of carnival booths lit the area tonight.
A sudden cloudburst swept Willow Creek valley near Heppner Oregon on June 16 killing about 300 people and destroying most of Heppner and nearby Lexington Ione and Douglas. The Palace Motel and Heppner Hotel were lost others wrecked while 100 bodies buried and relief and repair efforts begin.
President meets with William Nelson Cromwell, attorney for the Panama Canal Company, to discuss the canal situation. The discussions reflect concern over the canal outlook and Colombia’s obligations, with the administration ready to allow time for Colombia to act while insisting obligations remain binding. Cromwell did not take further callers after the conference.
Berlin reports the German Foreign Office will not intervene in the Servian throne question. Germany, with less stake than Austria and Russia, defers to Vienna and Petersburg. Officials say Belgrade’s situation warrants no immediate action and await developments without recognizing the provincial government.
Pekin June 17. It is expected the United States will object to transferring negotiations for the American and Japanese commercial treaties from Shanghai to Pekin. The American Commission cannot reach Pekin and an edict ordering the transfer was issued without US or Japan input, seen as discourteous. Japanese talks are suspended and at a deadlock.
Official word from this city states the cut off from Columbia Falls to Joeko on the Northern Pacific will be built at once. Construction starts within 60 days. The line will open the tidiest Montana country and provide a direct route from Crow's Nest coal fields to Butte and Anaconda mines and smelters.
The cable ship Colon, laying the Pacific cable from Guam eastward, nears Midway Island. It is expected that the Midway to Honolulu section laying will commence next week.
A wartime dispatch notes China resisting Russia’s demands over Manchuria. Ming reportedly accepts some terms while Beijing warns against concessions. Asahi reports 7000 troops massing near the region for potential actions. Corean authorities crack down on locals selling land to Russians. Diet debates info access amid Russian policy questions. Riots in Kwainee spur rumors of troop deployment across frontiers.
Washington officials rule that lands surveyed with no mineral notes are non mineral and eligible for selection after relinquishment in forest reserves. A railroad company’s lieu selection remains valid despite later coal claims, and a coal declaratory statement is denied. The decision hinges on prior non mineral classification and timing of filings.
Washington June 16 Alvard Cooley of Westchester New York was appointed Civil Commissioner by President Roosevelt to succeed James Garfield. Senator Pratt of York dined with the President and, after a long conference, denounced Cooley’s appointment though he did not indicate that Cooley was Roosevelt’s selection. The decision reportedly was made earlier.
Dayton Ohio reports General Alexander McDowell McCook U.S. Army veteran died following a third stroke at 6 am. He had arrived from Washington weeks earlier after a mild stroke and later suffered a more severe second attack, with family at his daughter's home, Mrs. Charles.
A report from Chicago datelined June 16 states archaeologist Francis Guez found ruins of a large prehistoric city in a remote Puebla region. The discovery includes pyramids, fortifications, and extensive forested area, with government authorities notified.
In Havana on June 16 a young Italian sailor attempted to assassinate Consul Viaggio Tornielli by firing a shot at him in his office. The incident left the sailor wounded and the consul unharmed, with authorities investigating the motive and details.
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