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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1901
Page
3
A condensed collection of items notes storms in the Lake region, lynchings in Georgia, train wrecks in Kansas, bank failures and bankruptcies, diplomatic moves, and industrial shifts. Included are deaths of notable figures, railway disasters near Mud Run New Jersey, and Carnegie’s retirement plans with employee aid.
In Tayabas province, Lucena, March 14, the U.S. army transport and the American Philippine Commission arrived. A 60 man commissioners party crossed to organize the first provincial government in Southern Luzon. Col Gardner named civil governor, promoting friendly relations and restraining seizures. The federal party began outside Manila in Tayabas. later, Soroagan seeks provincial status.
In Chicago suburb Arlington Heights two men died and eight were injured in an early morning rear end collision between a time freight from St Paul and a stock train. The stock train caboose carried 14 stockmen. flames burned the caboose and three cars as frightened stock ran loose. Volunteer firemen fought the blaze and linked relief soon after reports reached Chicago.
A Dawson dispatch reports February 25 as the greatest stampede since 1898 after government claim openings. Applicants may claim ground if no fraud is found, with rules requiring sworn statements of observing no prior stakes. Some stampeders misread notices and staked reserved claims, enduring four days in 40 degrees below zero temperatures.
From Juneau a report says a gigantic multi million capital trust is forming to control every cannery and the entire Seah industry of Alaska. Ex president of Pacific American Fisheries in New York arranging incorporation to seize Alaska’s fish output. Canneries eight were to operate last year with output of 11.08 pounds valued at about 11 million dollars. Additionally 18 000 barrels were salted worth 120 thousand dollars.
Spokane dispatch notes the Washington State sugar factory plans 3,000 acres of beets at Fairfield and projects 1,000 more acres this season. It pays $4 per ton for beets at 12 percent sugar plus 25 cents for each added percentage. Based on last year, the expected value is about $525 per ton.
Newport News March 14 The battleship Illinois completed a builders trial run down the coast testing boilers. Returning to the capes with moderate draught, the indicator recorded an average speed of 14.2 knots for two hours with 107 revolutions per minute.
Washington notes indicate China has appealed to the United States in a time of extremity while Russia has been silent since Count Cassini’s briefing last week. Minister Wu visits the state department daily as tensions in Manchuria heighten, and Beijing’s course hinges on prompt action by the major powers.
A broad review covers new opera house in Eugene and elects in Athena, stamp-cancelling at Baker City post office, cash balances in Dalles, large electric transformer arriving for Eugene lighting, and hotel work at Baker City. Wheat frosts near Eagle Point, Pendleton water meters sold, Gold Hill vein found, Grand Ronde lumber mill to start at Perry, hay scarce on Coquille north fork, wagon bridge at Henderson rebuilt, rich ore at Foots Creek, replanting in Lakeview, and irrigation concerns at Fish Lake valley. Warmer items include Warner sawmill accident near Pilot Rock and a fire at Unity. Ashland rural delivery route proposed. cattle weights and prices near Fort Klamath. various commodity price snapshots. and notes on California gold discovery history and Lincoln cane gift.
Senor Martinez Silvera, Colombian foreign minister in Washington, conferred with Secretary Hay on informal Panama canal route talks. He said Colombia would remove obstacles if the United States chooses the route, noting three-party negotiations with the U S government, Colombia, and the French company. He mentioned a six year renewal on the French concession and possibilities to meet Walker Commission recommendations.
The text advises buyers to choose sulphate of mouriate when purchasing potash, noting kainit contains more undesirable material. This increases transport costs relative to the amount of potash present, making mouriate the preferable option.
Washington dispatch reports naval circles debate medal designs for Santiago war heroes. Debates center on featuring Admiral Sampson or Admiral Dewey profiles on bronze medals. Secretary Long has referred the matter to the awards board to avoid controversy.
New York March 15 Germany's responsibility for Samoa troubles that led to deaths of American and British personnel and the partition of the islands will be decided by King Oscar of Norway and Sweden. Britain and Germany filed property-claims. the U S state department briefs near completion.
The Hancock sailed from Manila and arrived in San Francisco carrying 875 aboard including 26 officers and 738 enlisted from the Thirtieth United States volunteer infantry. The regiment, mainly from Michigan Illinois and Indiana, includes 72 prisoners and discharged soldiers. Included aboard were two life sentence prisoners James Dugan Eleventh cavalry and Ellwood Morgan Forty ninth infantry. Brigadier General Campbell was a cabin passenger.
Washington on March 15 reports the opening of a post office at Agate in Jack County Oregon with Jefferson F. Grigsby named postmaster. An additional office opens at Grant in Mason County Washington with John H. Bille as postmaster on the route from Tolo to Eagle Point.
Reports from Milwaukee and towns across eastern Wisconsin describe the season’s worst blizzard. Trains run six to eight hours late in Glenwood while New Richmond and Marinette report a foot of snow. Cumberland notes the severe Northeastern Wisconsin storm. Grand Rapids and Menominee see blocked roads and eight inches or more snowfall.
A Pretoria dispatch reports pending General De Wet arrival and a general armistice. General Botha has summoned De Wet, with General Kitchener and Sir Alfred Milner in talks and all three seeking to consult De Wet while he moves north through the Orange River Colony.
A large oyster bed near Mobile Alabama has been sold for 130000. The seller estimates oysters worth about 100000 remain in the bed at the time of sale.
Indianapolis March 14 General Benjamin Harrison died at 4 46 pm without regaining consciousness The death was quiet and painless with a single gasp as life departed His relatives and old friends were at the bedside most of his children absent Elizabeth the daughter had been moved from the sick room before the end The article traces Harrison as 23d president born August 20 1833 son of John Scott Harrison and grandson of William Henry Harrison noting his Civil War service his political career including a stint as U S senator and his post presidency law practice and later roles in international arbitration and the Venezuela boundary dispute
Buffalo March 18 plans outline May 1 opening with President McKinley and cabinet to greet via telegraph from their trains. Telephonic links connect presidents of Western Hemisphere republics and Canada. Dedicatory ceremonies likely May 14 with Roosevelt and Odell. President’s Day hoped between June 9 and 12. New York dispatch notes Taft commission ordered to submit Philippines government plans to War Department with no details yet.
In St Paul and nearby cities a light snowfall gives way to reports of a severe regional storm. Royalton, Rice Lake and Chippewa Falls record heavy totals with eight to twelve inches and trains delayed. War rumors and naval movements in the Far East accompany the weather bulletin.
A World dispatch from Washington reports the cruiser New York will stop at Tangier en route to Manila to load Consul General Gumme r and transport him to a Moroccan port. He will press the sultan to settle claims of American citizens. The ship will await his return. The administration aims to impress the sultan with a naval demonstration in Moroccan waters.
Calcutta reports India’s population at 294000000, up 7 million since the last census. After subtracting Baluchistan Shanstaksat Chion hills and Sikkim, net growth is 1.4 percent due to improved methods. Mortality from famine and disease and birth rate drop reduce native states.
In the Russian concession at Tianjin on March 1, British and Russian guards faced off over railway property limits. British reinforcements arrived as tensions rose, with imminent trouble if Russians do not retreat.
Port of Spain cables report Vineta continues investigation into the Margarite Island matters. Italian cruiser Dogall stands by to safeguard Italian interests in Venezuela if required. United States cruiser Scorpion has arrived.
A three story blaze in the Daily Advertiser building on Newspaper Row Boston injures nearly a dozen and causes about 150000 dollars in damage. Fire started in the press room and quickly spread through upper floors trapping 18 proofreaders and compositors. Three men suffocated before reaching fire escapes as the flames drove occupants to adjoining roofs and windows.
Prisoners freed by General Dewet say the commander is insane due to fatigue anxiety and sleeplessness. They report his secrecy and reluctance to sleep near the camp as he dismisses peace talks and demands independence. Venet and Steyn’s whereabouts are unclear.
In Seattle on March 5 Governor Ogilvie told Ye kon council that an official claimed he and contractor D Matheson conspired in a massive fraud. He pledged to seek criminal libel charges. Mrs McConnell of Dawson Hotel and the Eaton council face accusations of blackmail and collusion to ruin her business, while Gold Commissioner Senkler sues her for libel. The allegations ignite citywide unrest.
At 3:52 A M today electric light wires sparked a fire in the Merchants hotel at 485 Pennsylvania avenue Washington. The blaze caused panic as guests leaped from windows. I F Henry aged 48 was killed and injured include Stephen Collins proprietor W B Catchings of Kentucky John Scanlon and W B Ketchum of Connecticut.
Andrew Carnegie proposes a donation of 1 million dollars for a new public library in St Louis. The offer aligns with numerous benefactions Carnegie has made to cities across the United States and abroad.
In Tacoma on March 18 Judge W Snell ruled that the state eight hour day law applies to public works workers employed by the day but not to those paid by the month. The decision specifies the eight hour standard applies to daily wage labor on public projects.
A Detroit Journal line comments on a man pursuing public office with aggressive tactics, framing his bid as reckless and blunt. The quote implies a debate over integrity and methods in political contests and reflects editorials of the era.
Pekin dispatch reports Russian forces holding a railway siding at Tien Tsin with armed sentries. General Barrow delays action, awaiting General Gaselee, fearing bloodshed. He conferred with Sir Ernest Satow. Russians express jubilation as American military line is sold to a private company.
London dispatch reports from Tien Tein dated today at 2:2 P M that Russians are entrenching in disputed territory. A Hong Kong regiment with fixed bayonets stands in front while two Madras Pioneers under Major Johnson hold in reserve. Both sides await instructions from their governments.
A dated quip notes that telling a woman she is run may earn thanks while saying she is pretty could win love, reflecting period humor in a concise Times Herald fragment.
San Francisco report notes the transport Indiana sailed for Mas today with the Twenty eighth infantry Major Yeatman Manding and company PD tenth infantry Lieutenant C N Jones commanding. Cavalry squadron arrived from Myer Virginia and will sail tomorrow under Colonel Rafferty with J K M in command.
The board of construction chose that only six protected oT of the entire number of weasels authorized by two appropriation acts shall be coppered. The decision requires an arrangement with contractors for building the ships and armored cruisers of the sheathed class. The drawback will be retained by the Government due to the sheathing.
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