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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1906
Page
1
Denver August 2 The bodies of L A Thompson secretary and treasurer and W W Matsers superintendent of Apex Mining were found in a tunnel at the Mickey Brean mine. The men were reportedly overcome by gas during a prior attempt to enter the workings.
The Standard Oil case advances as two subpoenas for key witnesses are sent to New York and a dozen to Cleveland with many more in local hands. District Attorney Sullivan arrives with Assistant Attorney General Pagin and Special Counsel Morrison. He delivers a large bundle of legal documentary evidence for the grand jury.
Knoxville opens its seventeenth annual convention of the 19th District United Mine Workers of America at the courthouse with broad local representation and plans to discuss the coal situation this week ahead of a joint miners and operators convention next week. Alfred Brown of the Thirty Seventh Infantry dies of cholera in Washington.
Bay Shore L I Aug 2 The sixth annual open air horse show at Oakwood Park opens this afternoon with a large entry of superb horses and 5000 in prize sash and ribbons. Special prizes include the Brooklyn Eagle Cup 509 for pairs the South Side Cup 250 for tandems the Hyda Cup 260 for four in hand and the best gig horse cup offered by Edward Knieriem.
Buffalo, Aug. 2. John W. Nef, former county auditor of Eriz county, New York, was convicted at Warsaw of grand larceny for stealing thirty three thousand dollars in a contract to remove bodies from a cemetery. Contractor Roland Conver already convicted of grand larceny awaits sentence. Conver testified to false warrants issued by Naif and split profits.
Lord Sholto Douglas, detained two nights by Portland police who mistook him for a bogus noble, was released today after his identity was confirmed. He agreed in writing not to prosecute for false imprisonment.
Mutineers seize Fort Constantine near Kronstadt and compel loyal troops to surrender. Widespread casualties on both sides likened to a siege. survivors flee toward Finland. Official reports say the Kronstadt mutiny is ended and new mutiny aboard the Pumayat Asoma noted near Kaika on the Esthenian coast.
The Michigan Hay Association begins its two day convention in Kalamazoo with broad regional representation. Attendees will discuss securing lower rail transportation rates for hay as a key agenda item. A banquet closes the gathering tomorrow.
Two hundred Mexican laborers strike at Aguas Calientes demanding the same wages as Americans. Fifty skilled American mechanics arrived today from Mexico. They vow with one accord, No more Mexico for us.
Aug 2 reports from St Petersburg and Helsingfors describe mutineers seizing Sveaborg fortress leaving parts in ruins. An explosion on Ugusimen island killed forty mutineers while loyal troops suffered heavier losses. By Kronstadt quieted temporarily as mutineers face supply shortages and approaching naval actions.
Paris reports a private agreement of the Castellians stipulating the mother will retain custody of one child at all times. President Robert C. Franch of Weston Normal School visited the area recently to promote his institution. Likely attendees include West Smith, Fred Huffman, Minnie Holman, and Blanch Kessier as the school prepares to begin a term with strong regional support.
A railroad group plans a picnic for an August 25 outing by the waters of an area called Cag cress. The exact date awaits final work progress on a new version of the railroad and the event is promoted as a day trip with rail staff and families invited.
A. Santoes of Parry had perjury charges dropped after the Justice Court waived examination. Clyde Santoes sought a marriage license for Tiss Tony Brown, claiming both parties were of legal age but misstatement prompted the perjury charge. Bonds were set for trial at the circuit court.
Gray and Blue veterans gather in Guster City Oila for a three day reunion opening today. The event draws many prominent speakers and camp fire addresses as organizers promise a hearty welcome and a glorious time for all attendees.
In Knott county Kentucky near Sand Lick a sheriff's posse and members of the Hall Martin fodists clash. Four men are dead and two seriously injured with fighting ongoing and more casualties feared as deputies press to arrest those entrenched.
Secretary Root and his party watched the races in Rio de Janeiro as a holiday celebration. A featured spectacle included a horse named Root. Cavalry escorted the visitors while streets were decorated and business houses closed in honor of the American dignitary.
Berlin dispatch reports a ferry sinking on the Vistula at an early morning hour resulting in about thirty lives lost. Rescue crews scour the water as authorities assess the tragedy and its causes.
Reverend McEwan of the Third Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh visited Thaw in jail today, urging mercy and offering prayers as the case drew public attention.
Minister Combs cables the President that Guatemala has announced the complete disarmament of its army. The message comes amid regional tension and marks a major shift in Central American security policy.
Washington Aug 2 Scripps News Association says Macano Sang a self styled president of the Philippine Republic surrendered after weeks of armed resistance. He is quoted as saying the resistance harms his people's reputation and jeopardizes their prospects for a Philippine assembly.
Auckland New Zealand August reports a postmaster named Earnest Moon who, lacking use of his hands, performs all clerical duties with his feet. At 37 he has led the Te Aka post office for eleven years and uses an indelible pencil to write, stamp dates, and prepare orders. He even handles hammer and saw with his feet.
Liverpool August 2 The famed Corinthians football team sails for America for an extended United States and Canada tour. They expect to reach Quebec around August 9 and play their first game there on August 10. The tour is managed by Charles H. Murray and Fred H. Mines who captained the Pilgrims on a prior U S and Canada tour.
Oyster Bay reports a lengthy denial this morning refuting yesterday's claim that General Wood withdrew two salaries from army and civil payrolls. The notice states there is no truth to the report.
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