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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1903
Page
2
Severe earthquakes shake the Carolinas and Georgia as political maneuvering, accidents, and economic shifts dominate the day. Roosevelt opposes new state admissions while rail accidents injure workers. Proposals range from government mine ownership to fire boats, with legal notices and local officials in upheaval.
Washington reports Colombia has signed a treaty with the United States for the Panama Canal project. Details remain scarce but White House officials confirm the accord and long negotiations over land control and lease duration. Senate action follows on Philippine tariff changes affecting sugar and tobacco.
Washington cabinet meets. Panama canal treaty includes US control of the canal in perpetuity under a 100 year lease, annuity to Colombia set at 260000 dollars, with policing and jurisdiction arrangements. Colombia accepts annuity with Senate expected to approve. ports of Colon and Panama placed under US oversight. revenues linked to canal operations. Marconi announces wireless system readiness. notices reference land filings and timber land acts in Roseburg Oregon and nearby areas.
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