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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1903
Page
5
A Baltimore project plans a grand temple costing 1,000,000 dollars. other items include theft in Sanger replacing coin with brick, Balkan reforms push, and various political and military tensions across Europe and the Americas. Names and places: Baltimore, Sanger, Turkey, Macedonia, Lord Milner, Balfour, Newark, Portland, Russia, Austria, Gomel, Kiao Chou, Evans, Ish.
Washington reports the Panama canal treaty is dead after the state department closed. No word from Bogota or the Colombian chargé, while rumors say President Marroquin may receive full negotiating power. Roosevelt faces choice to press Spooner Act route or pause amid new senate term limits.
A major Newark strike halted all street cars tonight with police guarding remaining runs. Workers demand 22 cents an hour, end of spit runs, and union recognition, threatening to spread to power houses, gas works, and surrounding counties. Company leaders waver as talks stall amid traffic chaos.
London reports a storm that ruined Britain and Europe’s home crops, boosting American fruit sales. Last week Covent Garden Market sold 25 000 boxes weighing about 675 000 pounds at prices 30 percent above prior levels, mainly California pears and New York Bartlett. American apples join the brisk trade as 42 000 barrels of Canadian apples are expected, with record prices likely.
An Evening News special from East Ste. Marie reports worsening conditions in the Canadian Sea area due to the Consolidated Lake Superior plant shutdown. Street car workers threaten a strike next Monday if not paid in full, after payday was canceled. Restlessness spreads to Soo streetcar and ferry workers as aid requests rise from men with uncashed paychecks.
London Sept 26 The Alaskan boundary commission heard American women participate with several observers present. David T Watson of Pittsburg pressed the American case and planned to finish his arguments that night. He argued Russia sought exclusive possession of the coastline in the Russo British negotiations.
In Salem the Willamette Valley Prune Association operates a modern warehouse showing major progress. A 42 foot long power grader handles 100 tons daily, with a third floor setup allowing prunes to move from hopper to grader via a continuous chain. Machinery reduces manual labor, cleaning and moisture standardization occur during processing, producing bright, clean packed boxes.
The Pendleton wheat market is idle after a price drop with club at 67 cents and bluestem at 70 cents. Mills had boosted prices but now hold off as unsold county stock reaches about 900,000 bushels and daily arrivals rise to around 3,000 sacks. Farmers store grain to resume seeding and shelter grain ahead of ideal harvest weather.
Crystal Consolidated Mining company is installing a 650 horsepower boiler and engine and a sawmill. They ordered a stamp mill from Union Iron Works in San Francisco, to be on the ground early next month. A wagon road from Champion Creek road to the Mountain Lion claim, 7000 feet, will cost about $4000. Large ore in sight will keep the mill running through winter.
Jacksonville Florida September 26 Rumors of finding a treasure ship were confirmed when Captain Jennings and three crewmen of the wrecking schooner Oseeo filed a libel against the cargo of a sunken ship in a United States court. He has pursued the wreck for years using a chart, believing the ship ran ashore in 1535 carrying ore from Mexican mines.
Rochester and county fair visitors were among about 40 guests in the Hotel Brunswick when a 1 AM fire swept the building. Four bodies were recovered from the third floor and unidentified. Officials fear more victims may be found as rain complicates searches.
Dublin reports the first land sale under the new act, between the Duke of Leinster and tenants in Athy and Maynooth districts, County Kildare. A 25 year purchase arrangement completes the deal valued at 6,250,000 dollars.
The Oregon state veterinary board will be named by Governor Chameblain in a few days. It will have five practitioners of veterinary medicine and surgery. Two will serve two year terms, three four year terms, with all future terms four years. Members serve without pay but receive traveling and other expenses.
In Eugene vicinity hop growers denounce a report charging them with drying and baling moldy hops. They insist top quality is maintained, moldy hops are left unpicked, and only first class hops enter bales. The growers warn the rumor harms the region’s hops reputation.
Southeastern Oregon cattlemen report the range is the shortest in years. J C Franks, superintendent for J D Carr, a leading coast cattle king, says they are reducing Carr range herds quickly to sell cattle. They have already disposed of hundreds with more sales planned, despite management buying range lands this year totaling about 50 000 dollars.
Officials urge vigorous enforcement of state game laws to preserve the Chinese pheasant. For five weeks birds have been killed in the Willamette valley though the season for killing this game does not open until Thursday, October 1.
Pendleton is a major Pacific slope sheep shipping center with about 100000 sheep moved this season through the point. O R and N reports 300 cars shipped, W and C R 260 cars, each loaded with roughly 240 sheep. Shipments exceed last year due to more sheep and scarce feed, with many headed to Portland Seattle Sound points and some to St Paul and California. Montana losses from severe storms reduce supply and push activity inland.
A department ruling on timber and stone entries tightens test im positions, risking reopening large timber tracts to speculative entries. The policy would favor corporations with land scrip over adjacent homesteaders and future woodland holders, a result Congress sought to prevent.
Southeastern Oregon boasts a tent built village near a mountain summit called Pokeg ma. It sits at the terminus of the Klam ath River railroad, a 25 mile Southern Pacific branch aimed at tapping the timber belt. Land rushes surge as fever locations fill up. most prime land already taken.
Polk county won first place in the state fair county exhibit competition and claims to be Oregon’s banner agricultural county. Mrs F A Wolf of Falls City prepared the display with help from her daughter Miss Belle Wolf. Linn, Washington, Marion, Lane, and Yamhill followed in order, with Douglas not entering.
Work at the State Normal at Monmouth has begun with many students in attendance and rapid locating efforts. An unusually large number of new faces appear and extra facilities are provided in anticipation of growth, as veteran teachers seek further training.
Registration in progress at the Agricultural college today reports a total of 250. Last year at the close of the first day the tally stood at 327, and a large influx of new students suggests the freshman class will exceed normal sizes.
Wheat and grain prices across Portland markets show varied quotes for wheat types including Walla Walla and hard straights, with flour values and byproduct costs listed. Dairy, poultry, eggs, potatoes, beef, veal, lamb, hogs, hops, and wool prices are provided, noting regional differences and crop year mentions.
Four masked men stopped Burlington and Missouri River train No 41 five miles north of St Joseph at 10 pm. They dynamited the Safe in the express car after uncoupling it and the engine, then fled on horses. Officials say the safe held little money though reports vary as high as 5 000 to 10 000. A posse pursued. no shots were fired. Conductor Harvey alerted St Joseph and a new train was assembled for the city. The robbers escaped into darkness.
London reports signs of yield from Turkey as the council of ministers at Yildiz Kiosk meets daily. A Constantinople dispatch says negotiations aim to satisfy Macedonians or secure neutrality guarantees from major powers if war cannot be avoided.
Secretary Moody will discuss with Bremerton founder Mr Bremer tomorrow a proposal to sell a large tract beside Puget Sound Navy Yard. The purchase, recommended by Commandant Barclay, would require congressional approval before final action.
A private Washington letter from Oyster Bay reports President Roosevelt weighed 220 pounds and expecting further increase. The note says he is concerned his rising weight may hinder outdoor exercises he enjoys. He weighed 185 pounds when sworn in as president.
Passengers coming in report another huge slide this morning at Turtle Mountain near Frank Alberta. No lives are known to be lost but residents of Frank have been evacuating to Blairmore and other towns as the town is again in upheaval.
Secretary Hitchcock argues the Dawes commission is an expensive luxury the government cannot afford as Representative Burton cites large sums spent on allotments appraisers and mediators. The exchange includes noted clerk and staff salaries and office costs illustrating perceived extravagance in Indian land affairs.
Chicago news notes a planned general advance in freight rates by railroads across the country. The motive cited is higher wages for all labor groups and increased costs of railroad materials. A similar rise occurred last year and took effect January 1, with shippers and many associations expected to oppose further increases.
On the Middletown road near Washington Pennsylvania, Samuel T. Ferguson of Ferguson Construction Company Pittsburgh was killed when dynamite exploded in the road. His companion Martin of Cincinnati was fatally wounded as their buggy was blown to pieces while carrying $3,600 to pay workers on the Wabash road project.
Berlin reports an international agreement may settle Moroccan troubles. France would back the sultan and accept a protectorate. Italy would relinquish Moroccan claims for freedom in Tripoli. Britain’s control of Egypt to be recognized, Germany to gain open door access in these regions.
Constantinople reports the porte desires withdrawal of U S warships off Beirut to push Turkey United States settlement. Minister Leishman schedules conference with foreign minister Tewfik Pasha. Official circles see Balkan situation calmer.
Seattle on September 28 reports a gold receipts total of 1 250 000 from the north. The cargo arrived on steamers Ohio Senator and Dolphin. The Dolphin carried the Klondike British Yukon shipment of 500 000 consigned to the Seattle assay office and the Canadian Bank of Commerce from the Dawson branch.
La Libertad San Salvador Sept 25 Congress approves the agreement by Senor Lopez Salvadorean minister to the United States to pay Alfred H Barrell 5000 dollars monthly in gold for eight years as compensation for the Salvadorean government's treatment of the Triunfo company.
The report discusses President Palma and Cuban leaders urging adherence to ideals amid calls for intervention. It notes a peaceable stance, condemns inciters, and mentions Caney and Caney’s alcalde stressing unity and honoring independence.
The sovereign grand lodge opened at Ford's Opera House at 9 o'clock reporting the 1902 condition of the order. Subordinate lodge and encampment memberships show 105 and 17,754 respectively with Rebekah and sister memberships totaling 259,850. Total membership across subordinate lodges and Rebekah lodges stands at 956. Revenue receipts for 1902 total 11,555,905 with increases of 343 over the previous year. relief expenses for 1902 amount to 4,? and total relief since 1830 through 1902 is 425.
Washington reports pressure from officials and missionaries to press Turkey about daily abductions and civil upheaval. State Department holds back details as a Constantinople cablegram is reviewed. Withdrawal of the American consul at Beirut is reportedly considered, with remarks noting ongoing concern over abuses.
In San Francisco in September, the Grant underwent a drydock refit with final touches. A test was conducted on a Kee block pi system as dredging and pumping water occurred to check for leaks. no leaks were found during the test.
At Crathie Church near Balmoral Palace a morning service honored the memory of Queen Victoria. Attending were Queen Wi card, the Princess of Wales, the Princess Charles of Denmark, Lord Lansdowne, and other dignitaries. The event marked the late queen’s remembrance with a formal, solemn gathering.
In Seattle Washington four horses perished in an early heat fire at a racing yard. Losses surpass ten thousand dollars. A pacing record of two seconds was noted, with two horses trained by John McCormect listed at 1500 each. High speed horses from Berlin and Tasen were mentioned as competing at a September event, with line closures affecting records.
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