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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1905
Page
2
Reports from multiple fronts recount Franco-British relations, Japan's moves, and Russia turmoil. Proposals for a Japan United States Britain alliance surface while diplomatic efforts stall. Naval and economic strains loom as leaders and officials face internal pressures and public unrest.
Washington dispatch reports Dr Jose de Jeana Paul, Castro envoy, met the president over Venezuela US tensions. He cites possible reshuffle of the Caracas legation to ease strain and notes Bowen’s role and official State Department instructions on arbitration.
A fire destroyed the Bannockburn Woolen Mill building on the Albany waterfront, causing about 50 000 in losses. The brick structure could not be replaced for less than 74 000, with 20 000 already spent. The blaze started in the drying room apparatus, fueled by a grease covered floor, and consumed the entire factory, machinery, and stock. No products were on hand.
Washington reports creditors in France and Belgium focus on the Santo Domingo settlement. Their $16 million claim could derail the agreement, creating an embarrassing situation for the government as it awaits favorable replies.
Engineer Davis outlines a government scheme to irrigate 200000 acres south of the Columbia in Umatilla and adjacent counties. The plan uses John Day waters via canals to store and divert water, with rights protections for private landowners and a board review before submission.
After a ministers meeting in St Petersburg officials said Russia outlined conditions to begin negotiations. The government opposes any indemnity or transfer of territory and hopes U S and France influence can help advance dialogue with Japan. Diplomats view the Japan indemnity and territory cession as ballast to test opinion. Russia is ready to accept terms Japan may offer.
The 1905 issue promotes travel information for Oregon Washington Idaho and more. It outlines lines of the Oregon Railroad Navigation company and Southern Pacific with listings of towns sites crops and industries along the routes. Four cents in stamps to I. Craig Portland Oregon offers this pamphlet to relatives in the East and Northwest travelers.
Report from Manchun Pass in Manchuria dated April 1 states that Japanese authorities have assumed control. Japanese officials replace Chinese administrators and a Japanese force is stationed at Mukden. Rail lines supply stations are being converted to support the new regime.
Federal grand jury charges Thomas J Connors, Armour & Co general superintendent, with interfering with a witness. The indictment ties Connors to aiding former Armour & Co employee John Shields, alleging office access and use of a private telegraph line at Armour’s 205 La Salle Street offices during the March 2 alleged offense.
Washington reports preparations to test President Castro's response to Minister Bowen's arbitration proposal. Differences over tone in the Venezuelan reply seen as possible. progress depends on new Caracas move and a potential shift toward settlement.
Advices from Cape Haytien say Monte Christi on the northern Santo Domingo coast reports inhabitants have risen against President Morales, with rebels threatening the capital and advancing along the coast.
President Roosevelt asked all Canal Commission members to tender resignations to allow reorganization. The Washington commission complied promptly and a response to Major General Davis is expected. The panel includes Rear Admiral John G. Walker and engineers William H. Clay, William H. Harrod, and O. E. J. with General Dewin as chairman.
The destroyer Goldborough failed to sustain speed during its final trial in Elliott Bay Seattle on April 1 averaging about 25 knots on the mile course. Issues noted include auxiliary engine trouble and packing blowouts while the Navy considers the outcome and future performance.
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