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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1905
Page
1
Reported peace terms claim Russia would cede Sakbullen island to Japan withdraw Menchura and Korea from Russian influence and turn the Eastern Chinese railroad over to Japan for cession to China or an international syndicate for 15 million dollars, Japan to accept as indemnity.
James H ay Je vice president of the Equitable Assurance Society faced a demand from president James W. Alexander for an investigation into Hyde amid threats of public exposure. Hyde refused to resign, signaling a drawn out clash as a policy holders committee seeks to replace two board vacancies with directors chosen by policy holders.
Milwaukee supervisor Jacob was sentenced to one year in the house of correction for accepting a bribe of $300 in 1900. The April 1 sentence comes as Scripps News Association reports the case.
A reader questions back sore spots and asks what a doctor would say. The piece suggests osteopathy links these spots to various diseases and claims treatment can remove them, urging consideration of osteopathic care.
The Chicago packers linked to the beer trust are under grand jury scrutiny. Today’s session was to adjourn after a possible end or brief pause, with indications the investigation may conclude this afternoon or soon resume next Wednesday.
The Navy Department was notified of the cruiser Brooklyn's arrival at Guantanamo Cuba and it immediately set sail for Port-au-Prince Haiti to protect American interests.
The Victorian, first turbine powered steamer to cross the Atlantic, was sighted off Halifax on a voyage from Liverpool this morning. The ship carries over 1500 passengers, most headed west.
Loraine Ohio April 1 Ed Kanein cashier BE D Walker assistant cashier and D Walker bookkeeper of Citizens Savings Bank failed yesterday by 90000 deficiency. They were arrested this morning charged with embezzlement and complicity. All are young men placed in jail bonds set at 3000 by Judge Lord.
President appoints Theodore Stents of Clover Seal Railway Co. as chairman of the Iethmian Canal Commission. Mr Shonts, with Secretary Morton, visited the White House and removed the appointment.
Five Russian warships were seen at the island of Perim on April 1, proceeding southbound for Jidulil. The report notes the convoy’s movement and location with limited details.
Marconi the wireless telegrapher and his bride arrived in New York today aboard the steamer Campaca from Liverpool. The couple's homeland departure and voyage news stem from the transatlantic voyage with a famed inventor and his companion stepping ashore after the sea crossing.
The National Refining Co plant in Cleveland was completely destroyed by a large fire this afternoon. Losses reach 200000 dollars with ten thousand barrels of oil consumed in the blaze.
Lodz police Commissioner Banbolonos of the second district was seriously injured when a bomb was thrown at him on the street. The attack occurred today in the city center and details are under investigation by local authorities.
Professor Jack H Hollander has been named special commissioner to San Domingo to inspect the government’s finances and report to the president. He sailed for Porto Rico today and will transfer to the United States steamer Chattanooga for the return leg, expected by late May.
The navy pay clerk D Holt, charged with shortage aboard the cruiser San Francisco from the Asiatic station, was today released by the court martial and discharged from the navy in accordance with the finding of the court. Holt was well liked by the crew who noted the shortage.
Lincoln April 1 Both houses approved the Rankin Anti-Trust bill aimed at packers who seek to destroy competition by cutting prices in localities. The governor will sign.
The report lists May wheat at 11.23, May corn at 0.471, and oats at 90.203 in the May options. Cash values show wheat at 81.1335, corn 0.47, and oats 94.285 with a note of market activity in Chicago.
It is alleged that Greeks in Balonica plot massacres of Bulgarians in the city as reported by the Scrippa News Association Crete dated April 1.
A cigarette bill that cleared both legislative houses in Lincoln Nebraska vanished from the senate clerk’s desk. Authorities accuse the Tobacco Trust of being behind the disappearance as the investigation unfolds.
Engineer Williamson and Fireman Wright were killed when the Weet Shore train struck a land slide near Johnaville. Passengers were injured as the engine toppled into the Erie canal and several victims were taken for treatment.
A Petersburg firm claims an internal loan of 8100,000,000 will be issued soon as part of a relocation in London. The report notes dispute over the loan and timing of its release.
At the First Baptist Church tomorrow at 11 o'clock Rev Franklin Dy will discuss the Chapman meetings in Portland. He will share observations and impressions from his visit. Also Dr G L Toff is to speak in the evening. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Fragment mentions a wife, a man, rumors of age and a pesty girl, with citation to the Kigin Recorder, but text is garbled and lacks coherent event or identifications.
Four Mexican miners are known to be buried alive and five seriously injured by a cave in at the Imperial Copper Co. mine near Hilver Hill. Others may have perished, but officials believe all dead have been recovered.
Washington March 1 Secretary Morton who was to accompany the President on his western tour has canceled arrangements due to an ear abscess. The case is not serious but requires him to stay in Washington for medical treatment.
Archways line the streets as Moorish and German flags mingle. German Emperor William is to land at 11:00 a.m. and be greeted by Alder Makek and a diplomatic corps delegation. He will tour the palace, dine in a Moorish tent, and witness a military parade by Tangier garrison. Lon Cleaver departs for a brief Union visit.
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