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Newspaper
Madras Pioneer
Location
Madras, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1905
Page
6
A grand duke allegedly plotted to arrest the czar at Tsarskoe Belo to proclaim dictatorial rule. The plot aimed to gain socialist and worker backing with reforms. An agent’s indiscretion led to 20 officers and 25 men being arrested, shocking court circles.
In St Petersburg on Thursday night and Friday morning 260 soldiers were arrested including 10 officers. Rumors swirl about a grand duke's possible involvement in a conspiracy against the emperor while confidence in the guard regiments remains shaken. Cosacks are trusted, and mobilization of about 650000 appears likely. Count Witte hosted a telegraph workers dispute talk but refused a deputation, advising direct contact with their chiefs.
Seattle dispatch reports an attempted attack on the peace delegation en route to Yokohama. A torpedo boat collided with the launch carrying the treaty, splitting it in two. rescuers saved all but one occupant, and the treaty was preserved.
The Central Railroad Company of New Jersey's New York flyer from Scranton wrecked about ten miles north of Mauch Chunk. An engineer and fireman were killed with about a dozen injured. The injured were taken to St. Luke's hospital in South Bethlehem, roughly 60 miles north of Philadelphia. Stoney Creek lies about 50 miles north of South Bethlehem.
Special dispatches from St Petersburg report cabmen on strike in Parie. Warsaw notes from Grodno say artillerymen were arrested for refusing to quell demonstrations. In Chenstopovo dragoons mounted and clashed with Cossacks as turmoil grows with more troops mutinying.
A serious fire broke out in a warehouse containing inflammable merchandise including 100,000 cans of petroleum. The blaze continues with the losses estimated at about 1,000,000 dollars. Readings describe ongoing flames and extensive damage.
Washington reports Speaker Cannon has decided that the Republican floor leader come from the chairman of the appropriations committee. Tawney of Minnesota is selected as the new appropriations chair and will likely become the floor leader, with McCleary moving to the Ways and Means post. Cannon aims to keep tariff revision under strict control, replacing Tawney on the committee with McCleary.
In St Petersburg on December 1 the general telegraph office halted at 8 pm as a strike began. A delegate smashed acid on the floor prompting workers to flee while Danish operators stayed. Troops occupied the building but many employees refused to return, with government officials claiming a political conspiracy behind the action.
Senator Piles conferred with Secretary Hitchcock on Washington irrigation projects but found no clear response. He hopes the entire delegation will visit the secretary to press the issue. Senator Ankeny and Representative Jones expected tomorrow. Piles and Cushman met the president this morning.
Washington reports a strong push for statehood for New Mexico and Arizona. Enormous petitions will be presented in both houses as Senator Beveridge moves to introduce and push the joint statehood bill ahead of other legislation.
A Tetuan incident reports Moroccan troops dividing an American citizen involved in a tobacco monopoly. As the man sold stock the new concessionaire sought intervention. The American raised the US flag, soldiers pulled it down, and the proprietor was expelled.
In the Magellan Strait area excitement grows as many companies form to mine the newly opened fields and washery sites. The promising diggings near the Etna region may birth a second Klondike and attract investment.
At the Good Roads convention in Corvallis delegates favored state funding for public road construction. An Alsea farmer argued Portland's growth relies on regional production, prompting Judge Webster to support a model offering state aid around half the local match.
Salem Governor Chamberlain announces Pendleton jurist T G Hailey will succeed Justice Wolverton on the supreme bench. The move comes sooner than expected though no vacancy exists yet, reflecting prior planning as a superior judge shifts to the federal bench.
The Oregon Library commission published a free distribution list of over a hundred children's titles for Christmas gifts and home libraries. It includes notes, and prices from 15 cents to 3 dollars. Anyone may obtain the list by applying to the secretary at Salem.
Pendleton completes one of the region s largest ranch deals as Charles Cunningham s cattle and sheep interests pass to a buyers group led by J N Burgess J M Keeny BR A Kelsay and Dan J Malarkey for about 200000 The option was set at 5000 last October and the transaction covers roughly 20000 acres 20000 sheep and 1000 tons of hay.
Two new smallpox cases are reported in Eugene with A. J. Pickard and Warren Luckey houses placed in quarantine. Earl Luckey, Warren’s son, developed symptoms at school but authorities say other students are not at risk as contagion has not begun. Strict measures are in force to halt spread.
An Eastern investor proposes moving a six set woolen mill plant to Albany if local capitalists provide buildings. The new operation would have double the capacity of the former mill and include knitting and clothing manufactories.
A second Oregon Short Line surveying party has departed for the interior. They were reticent about their destination but will camp near Crane Creek Gap. The first party, which left two weeks ago, is camping near Westfall on Bully Creek. The current party is registered at the Oregon Short Line hotel, confirming their identity.
In response to car scarcity the Preston Parton Milling company uses wagons to move wheat to keep the mill running. The plant is clogged with flour and hundreds of thousands of barrels await processing, worsening daily with no clear relief in sight.
Elaborate preparations are underway in La Grande for the Fruitgrowers convention January 3 to 5. Delegates from Oregon Washington California Idaho Utah Montana and Wyoming will attend. The event will use the opera house and Commercial Club hall for exhibits with Hood River and other fruit regions planning displays. A local flour mill contemplates a towering pyramid display to advertise grain. Delegates are urged to prepare exhibits and a strong push will begin soon.
The Tillamook fishing season closed on the 20th yet fishermen push on in Tillamook Bay. Elmore's cannery is operating at capacity and accepting every catch, driven by a strong run of silversides. Cannery officials have pledged to buy all fish and empty cans are ready, while only a few fishermen comply with the law.
Salem reports 34 cases to be decided by the Supreme court before Judge Wolverton leaves the bench. Twenty four were heard at Pendleton, ten remain undecided in this city. Notable Marquam case is among those under advisement for months. If all are decided before retirement, two weeks will be needed.
Real estate in Union county shows strong gains after the railroad movement. In one week Elgin accounted for one third of 21 sales, mostly town lots with some timber tracts. Prices are notably higher than a few months ago.
Field reports indicate surveys are approved to build a new railroad in Baker County linking Union to the Cornucopia timber region. Promoters seek timber traffic and other details are undisclosed. Financing is guaranteed in New York.
Listings show wheat prices by grade with ranges from 67.8 to 74c per bushel and oats at 26.50 per ton. Hay, fruits, vegetables, potatoes, butter, poultry, and meats noted with regional and per unit prices across Oregon markets for Eastern and Valley areas.
Washington reports from Fort Stevens to Tillamook Head that Columbia river beaches hold rich black sands with magnetite and notable gold and platinum, per Dr. Day's preliminary USGS findings. Astoria chamber funding aided sampling. richest sand found near Hammond station and Fort Breyens, with green sand toward Tillamook Head and basaltic boulders near the head.
London reports a severe night storm across canal towns causing sea walls to fail and properties flooded. Vessels were driven ashore including the Peridot which wrecked on Magee Island with seven bodies found, while telegraph and telephone lines fail. Kronland and Patricia resumed voyages after Dover passenger debarkation.
Reports from Neuva Guerona detail a tense gathering on Saturday as American flags flew at the American hotel and Cuban flags appeared on houses. The mayor mobilized over a hundred armed men to defend the town hall with machetes and firearms while others stood nearby, women reportedly armed with knives. Small cannons were placed before the hall in anticipation, but no action occurred.
President Roosevelt removed William B. Lieb from the office of United States assistant treasurer in Philadelphia for constant and persistent violation of the civil service law. A hearing was held last Friday at the request of Senators Penrose and Knox, after Lieb submitted a lengthy response.
Washington on November 20 Judge Carey plans to press President Roosevelt for support and an appropriation to continue improvements at the mouth of the Columbia River. He will also seek help from Secretary Taft and influential Senators and Congressmen to secure funding at the coming session.
Baron Gako melaki takes command to starve mutineers confined in the Admiralty area near Sevastopol. Naval operations report water supply lines cut and siege by starvation already underway.
In Washington Roosevelt and Taft consider immediate winter appropriation to continue Columbia River jetty work. Judge Carey and Senator Jon pressed Portland’s case for river harbor funding. Taft and the engineers promised action and reports to justify a winter appropriation.
A fierce storm roars from Duluth to the upper peninsula sweeping Lakes Huron and Michigan. Winds 40 to 60 mph lash harbors Port Huron to Sault Ste Marie with numerous ship diversions seeking shelter. Seawatch sees huge seas off Marquette with more than a dozen vessels sheltering inside breakwaters as conditions fade.
A fierce gale lashed Chicago and suburbs with 45 mph winds. Downpours soaked streets as signs toppled, a patrol box toppled a plate glass window, and streetcar delays occurred while harbor boats stayed docked. Telegraph links to Boat Side stations were interrupted and multiple minor accidents reported.
A dispatch from St. Petersburg dated November 80 says a state nearly in open rebellion exists in Manchuria. Troops are involved as a revolution spreads among the Twit sian forces with Manchurians condemning rationing and medical resources while detained in the province.
A Washington report notes confusion over a proposed change of inauguration day from March 4 to April. The item records a toy committee’s input and the ongoing discussion at the federal level.
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