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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
9
A digest of events includes Mount Pelee activity and St Vincent disaster updates, coronation fêtes in Madrid, Belgian and Cuban affairs, Boer peace talks, political notes on Tammany Hall and Bryan, strikes in Chicago and Oregon, and international naval and scientific snippets. Also cited: Jamaica and Haiti unrest, Cuban inaugural celebrations, and mounting casualty figures at St Pierre with looting reports.
A Sumpter news report from Baker City Oregon on May 19 describes the Golconda mine strike as far richer than expected. The winze from the 200 foot level reveals a vein 16 to 18 inches wide with ore assays around 50 000 per ton and some samples over 50 percent gold. The ground shows a three foot sulphide belt worth 700 to 1 000 per ton and a wide strip of milling ore on the other side. The vein appears permanent not a pocket. The Golconda was sold by English owners to a Pendleton led syndicate and J H Robbing of Sumpter for 400 000 cash.
A second railroad agreement signed by Sir Earnest Satow and Yuan Shi Kai, kept secret, has emerged among diplomats. Observers warn Britain’s rail pacts jeopardize prestige and complicate the Manchurian question as Russia cites new obstacles to evacuation under the convention.
Washington reports that the president has decided not to block animal shipments at Port Chalmette Louisiana. The administration asserts only the executive branch can interpret neutrality laws, a point Louisiana authorities may challenge in court. The president’s decision is expected to be conveyed to Louisiana Governor who raised the issue.
Des Moines May 17 The state supreme court ruled that selling liquor to bootleggers and other resident violators through agents of nonresident dealers cannot be prohibited. The Maulet law restricting such sales was found unconstitutional as it conflicted with interstate commerce laws. The decision halts further seizures by express and other transportation companies and resolves dozens of pending cases.
By order of the United States court of Eastern Pennsylvania special master commissioner James M. Beck sold 9 060 shares of the 10 000 share Philadelphia Record Publishing Company at public auction. William H Stenger of Philadelphia bought the stock for 2 900 000 and also purchased 470 000 of the bonds for 654 000. Stenger is an attorney.
London May 19. Andrew Carnegie was asked if there was truth to a report that he offered 20 million dollars for the Philippines contingent on an announcement to Filipinos that independence would be acknowledged by the United States. Carnegie replied: Yea, and I meant it.
Helena Montana May 17 The Amalgamated Copper Company and the Boston and Montana Company ask the state supreme court for an injunction to restrain F Augustus Heinge and the Montana Ore Purchasing Company from operating the Minnie Healy mine pending appeal in the Minnie Healy suit which reached the supreme court this week The court set the hearing for Tuesday May 20.
Indianapolis May 17 impress ive ceremonies and 50 000 strong marked the dedication of the Indiana State Soldiers and Sailors monument whose cornerstone was laid in 1889 in the presence of Benjamin Harrison and his cabinet. John W Foster ex secretary of state delivered the oration. General Lew Wallace presided and spoke briefly.
News of the state surveys market reports and regional developments. Tillamook benefits from a rate war between two navigation firms. Weavers' strike in Oregon City hinges on union recognition. Enthusiasm grows for the Lewis and Clark fair. Professor Dunn resigns from University of Oregon. Geiser Grand Hotel Co incorporated at Baker City with 100000 capital and acquires the Geiser Grand hotel. Senator Brownell of Oregon City narrowly escapes grave injury after falling near a train. Oregon State Grange set for May 27 session in Salem with a post-session banquet. Clackamas County grants a franchise to Oregon City and Suburban Railway for rail, telephone, telegraph and power lines along Abernethy and Oregon City Oswego roads. Linn County allocates 800 for Albany to Blue River road completion aiding Calapooia mineral claims. Emigrants flood Medford. timber land intrigue shifts as less timbered tracts attract filings. Medford fruit growers optimistic after rains. Gold Hill’s Lucky Bart mine mill runs on Doubtful ore. new $45 ton vein boosts the project with over 150000 previously milled.
Hazleton Pa May 17 convention of anthracite mineworkers votes to continue the 145000 man strike against mineowners and fight it out to the bitter end. Leaders avoid predicting actions but fear the fight may spread to bituminous regions and other industries. Workers, eight months in planning, feel prepared after saving money and compare to the 1900 strike which yielded a 10 percent raise after six weeks. Operators remain firmly against concessions, and workers fear the move could destroy their union.
Castries Saint Lucia May 17 report a large fire seen Tuesday night toward Fort de France where 50,000 refugees gather. British steamer Savan says Mount Pelee remains erupting with lava flowing north. Searchers remove dead from St Pierre finding safes and valuables. Access is prohibited beyond the seafront cordon. St Pierre Cathedral and theater largely ruined. convent and college evacuated or disappeared with many students and clergy.
In Oro Fino Idaho on May 15 Dr F J Leadbrooke a Moscow physician and Miss Winnie Booth a 19 year old teacher died by morphine overdose after spending the night at a local hotel They left a note stating letters to Moscow and arrival of people to claim the bodies Leadbrooke a married wealthy man had come from Minnesota and knew the Booth family through church work
Hazelton Pa May 19 An anthracite miners convention backs a plan to rally all miners in the United States for a nationwide coal strike. If carried out a national suspension of coal mining would begin, with details postponed to district and national officers.
Charles M Schwab explains he purchased Richmond Beach on Staten Island to aid poor and sick New York children. The property includes a quarter mile beach a freshwater lake a grove and high land. Buildings will be adapted for the institution with 1500 to 2000 children served daily and a good time promised while Mrs Schwab participates closely.
A detailed listing shows prices for wheat, barley, oats, flour, millstuffs, hay, potatoes, butter, eggs, cheese, poultry, geese, veal, beef, and wool across regions. It compares farm and store values, notes ton or cental units, and includes various quality grades and market terms. The record also notes British and Siamese trade context and a tobacco smuggling anecdote involving a Russian vessel near Gibraltar.
In Louisville on May 17 the Continental Tobacco Company boosted wages by 10 percent for over 5,000 local employees. The nationwide move affects 30,000 to 35,000 workers, aimed at offsetting living cost increases.
New York May 17 Dr Henry Van Dyke professor of literature at Princeton University was elected moderator of the general assembly of the Presbyterian church on the second ballot as its deliberations began here in the afternoon.
In Chicago on May 19 during the progress of a fire that destroyed Armour & Co lard refinery at Union Stock Yards, twenty people were injured, seven of whom may die soon. Loss estimated between 750000 and 900000, fully insured. Most injuries from hog runway collapse as workers watched the blaze.
London reports that colonial secretary Chamberlain has authorized a commission of engineering, textile, and related experts to tour the country. They will assess South Africa's requirements under the new peace conditions as American firms prepare to ship heavy cargoes there.
Havana May 19 President Palma unveils his cabinet led by Diego Tamayo as secretary of government with charge of the rural guard sanitation post offices and signal service Other appointees include Carlos Zaldo Emilio Terry Mancel Luccanio Diaz Eduardo Vero Garcia Montes covering state justice agriculture public works instruction and finance All shades of political belief are embraced in the cabinet.
New York on May 17 reports confirmation that joint control of the Chicago Indianapolis and Louisville system has been acquired by Louisville and Nashville and Southern railroads. Terms not disclosed but sources suggest Monon common stock around 75 and preferred about 85. Total capital stock remains 15,500,000.
London May 17. In the house of commons Gerald Balfour president of the Board of Trade informed Rear Admiral Lord Charles Beresford that he had reason to believe no contract existed granting the American shipping combine the right to seize the shares of the Cunard line fleet.
In Bisbee Arizona on May 17 rumors say new owners have taken control of Green Consolidated Company. They are described as principal owners of General Electric of New York and reportedly paid about $100 a share, totaling over $30 million in cash for control of the property.
New York on May 17 Lewis Nixon, leader of Tammany Hall for nearly six months, announced his resignation at a district leaders meeting. He rejected a vote of confidence, saying he could not longer retain his self respect and stay on as leader.
The Duetch steamer Prinz Frederick Hendrik reached New York from Curapano Venezuela and the West Indies. Reports say Curapano saw defense measures after a recent battle with government forces, the town barricaded and many locals armed. The captain denied bombardment claims while noting 1,500 troops went out to meet the enemy and 350 returned.
United States tug Potomac, arriving from San Juan, cruised Martinique on May 15, seeing a smoke column that forced deviation. It delivered a ton of supplies, including codfish and flour, as famine looms. St Vincent’s eruption on May 10 triggered half mile ash and dust, with heavy casualties and widespread ruin. Looting followed the wrecks at St Pierre. five colored men and one white man were arrested after pockets held coins and jewelry. Lieutenant McCormick handed the suspects to the French cruiser Suchet.
The White House announces a committee to raise funds for disaster relief in Martinique and St Vincent. Local committees will collect and forward funds to Cornelius Bliss in New York, with postmasters and bank presidents enlisted as collectors. The Red Cross also urges aid.
Pittsburg May 15 A careful search lists 23 dead and 202 injured from the Sheridan disaster. Some injured may remain unidentified as others fled. Conservators estimate the seriously hurt at not less than 300, reflecting a wide toll.
Pierre Nebraska and Idaho former senators John M. Thurston and W J McConnell have joined to form the San Ygnaccs de Bora Mining Company Ltd with a capital of one million dollars and operations planned in New Mexico.
Checks totaling 10 million dollars were sent by J Pierpont Morgan Co to shareholders as the second distribution of profits from the United States Steel Corporation. The syndicate had advanced 25 million dollars in the early phase, which was later returned after six or seven months.
Washington reports from May 15 describe Consul Wyndham in Chicago outlining factors behind America's trade strength. He cites education fostering independence, sustained earnings reinvestment, merit rewards in top posts, and a culture of efficiency in business. athletics are encouraged but not at the expense of work. He notes merit-based pay and leaders seeking capable successors to preserve firms.
Vancouver reports the Yukon ice breakup occurred during a blinding snowstorm with the thermometer at 40 above. The water rose six feet with little damage. a flood is expected unless jams break soon. Steamers are beginning to move freight to Whitehorse, with the first expected at Dave this week.
Oregon City May 15 The whole section has been tied up by order of the commissioner of the general land office amid questions about land character. Located on the mountain headwaters of the Moral river the section was chosen by the Northern Pacific Railroad Company in place of tracts relinquished from the Pacific forest reserve. A company formed and began development work, revealing mineral deposits.
May 15 report from Port of Spain cites Venezuelan port Carupano attacked May 6 by government troops and gunboats. Civilians fled to safety as noncombatants were killed, and foreigners lack government assistance amid the assault.
Leonard R. Dowse of Bombay, the East representative of the Iron Mongers' Chronicle in London, is in New York en route to St Louis to confer with exposition officials. He notes India’s famine recovery and rising trade, predicting an 80 percent crop and a surge in American goods shipments, driven in part by domestic demand.
Muskogee May 15 report says a war has erupted at Braggs 20 miles east with five negroes and one white man shot and another stabbed. About seventy five negroes attempted to wipe out 15 families of white people in a hard district near Braggs. Whites have appealed to the U S marshal for protection and have been told to arm themselves.
Walter Waldeman president of the Louisia Courier Journal Company and one of the oldest active newspaper men in the country died in Louisville from injuries after being struck by a trolley car Saturday morning.
Montane bills report that the lington Company has received 1 000 cars of Southern cattle due to arrive in Billings in the coming weeks as part of an ongoing Montanan cattle shipment.
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