This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1905
Page
2
A sweeping round of international and domestic events is summarized. Powers weigh Macedonia seizure while Bulgaria eyes invasion. a Russian mutiny. insurance probes in New York. labor clashes in Europe and America. notable political moves in Britain and Mexico. crimes, fires, bank actions, naval plans, and court actions fill the week.
New York Board of Trade resolutions call for abolishing duties on Philippine products and explain the shipping act repeal will lower U S-Philippines trade barriers. They warn removal may shift cargo from Atlantic ports to Pacific routes, reducing U S- exports harmful to American mills and flour shipments.
Senator Reed Smoot arrived in Washington and rejected rumors of his resignation saying there is no foundation to the report. He welcomes new hearings by the Senate Privileges and Elections Committee, expects a report in January, and notes the process will delay other legislative business for weeks.
Senate commerce committee continued discussion on amending railway regulations. Senator Elkins, chair, offered numerous suggestions for any future bill, including better trunk line access to smaller roads, improved private car line management, and changes to terminal charges and restrictions on pooling.
Paris dispatch reports the Foreign Office saying Frame has not yet acceded to President Castro's request and is withholding details on portions of the Venezuelan matter. The official statement clarifies no immediate agreement or disclosure was made.
Washington negotiates irrigation funding as Secretary Hitchcock maintains Oregon bears full cost for Klamath while contending enough reclamation funds exist to finance Umatilla. Senator Fulton cites Oregon reserves and land sales, arguing money remains to build Umatilla without shifting Klamath charges.
About 600 feet dam construction is underway below Yuma as 200 workers split shifts to halt the Salton Sea flood. California Development Co seeks to dry the Salton Sink, diverting the Colorado River and possibly affecting Imperial County water supply and railway shoo-fly tracks. Officials warn of wide regional disruption if the project fails.
Washington reports the War department says Congress will be asked to appropriate about 14 million dollars to June for Panama canal work. Officials expect a lump sum authorization with a bill to release funds for immediate needs.
Judge Charles E. Wolverton of Albany, now on the Oregon Supreme bench, is appointed United States District Judge for Oregon to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Bellinger’s death and W. W. Cotton’s prior declination. The commission will be sent for oath and duties in Portland. confirmation will occur after Congress convenes, with a Senate nomination early in the session. President Roosevelt’s backing and pressure from District Attorney Heney accelerated the move.
A violent late week storm near Beaver Harbor Nova Scotia reports a two masted steamer sunk with all hands lost. The Kilkeen, bringing coal from Port Hastings Cape Breton, saw a larger vessel approach before vanishing from view amid heavy seas and shoals. Captain Allan ferried the news to Halifax as ships struggle against the gale.
Washington reports indicate serious political disturbances in Panama with a possible revolution. Minister Sendr Obaldia received vague information and doubted any official dispatches. Taft had been told liberals feared unfair treatment in elections and warned bloodshed could occur. Liberal leaders are described as educated and of high standing.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses budget allotments in multiple states, mentioning a $2,000,000 sum, a $1,500,000 expenditure in Oregon, and a $1,000,000 figure tied to the Klamath project. It references Secretary statements and Japan's involvement, but no coherent events or dates are clear.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.