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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1903
Page
2
A chaotic roundup reports violent earthquake shocks in Bala Hungary, political charges against ex postmaster general Smith, a Congo slaying involving Thornton and a scout, and varied international incidents from Scotland to Ireland.
The president will transmit to the Russian government the B nai B rith petition on Jewish conditions in Russia after reconsideration. Officials note it may provoke a hostile reply, as Russia has previously refused foreign representations on internal affairs.
The Topeka session will adjourn tomorrow with no new legislation. A lengthy debate blocked outside aid for flood sufferers amid claims state funds suffice. Of 50 bills enacted, only two are general ones. one remits property taxes from flood damage and the other expands county commissioners’ emergency powers.
Richmond authorities deploy militiamen on streetcars to enforce order amid curbs on civilians urging restraint and readiness to fire if needed. In Washington inspectors prepare cases of alleged post office fraud to present to a grand jury, with identities undisclosed as investigations proceed.
News from Heppner June 26 reports progress in relief efforts after a disaster. Searchers have reached Lexington and cleared ground again to recover bodies. With 14 or 15 missing, debate rages over extending the hunt while many areas remain submerged or unsafe.
Washington reports negotiations with China over a trade treaty have hit a critical phase. The United States and Japan demand opening ports in Manchuria, while China proposes delaying that section leaving the matter for future needs. Russia backs no opposition and England leans same way, leaving talks stalled.
Chicago June 26 A general freight handlers strike may follow if the Alton road remains firm union leader Curran says. Alton workers quit after two members were discharged over a wage-scale dispute tied to a recent pay raise for freight handlers.
New York on June 27 reports a delegation of 47 Germans completed a seabroad tour of the United States to study agricultural methods.
Witnesses before Circuit Attorney Folk testified that a legislative agent for streetcar companies carried $150,000 sewn in his coat lining to Jefferson City to influence votes. The names are known to the prosecutor.
Heppner Oregon reports nearly 7500 dollars in relief gifts from across the United States including 2500 from New York. One more recovery brings total found to 178 as cleanup shifts to local workers. Engineers estimate ten more days to finish valley clearance with additional Portland support possible.
At the cabinet session Secretary Wilcox outlined plans for a new Department of Agriculture building but said revisions were needed to fit the cost limit set by Congress. Secretary Hay discussed the Cuba treaty and Isle of Pines title issues, noting land acquisition ahead of payment may be allowed while price is later set.
The North China Daily News reports urgent telegrams from Kwang Bi detailing a rising rebellion in Kwang Si. Rebels besiege Chung Choa near Tai Ping Fei Kwang. relief is requested as imperial forces are deemed too weak. Wu the prefect appeals to Governor Wang Chi Hung for troops, with Ho Taotai and Major General Pao planned to lift the siege.
State Peed Relief Plex reports Senator F. D Smith will propose a flood relief bill in the Senate. The plan follows 1901 precedent granting seed funds to Northwest Kansas settlers. recipients must sign notes with interest due October 1 to the state treasury. A domain levy funds the appropriation.
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