08 May 1897
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1897
Page
1
A report discusses a covert plan likened to a peacetime draft as rail workers and unemployed men might form an army to travel from the Midwest toward Utah. Prominent figures in rail circles are mentioned while questions arise about legality, funding, and the purpose of moving people.
A torn OCR fragment references a meterman’s control and a veer event, with unclear sequence and names. The readable portion discusses a standard or measure and a moment of verve reaching a peak before becoming unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR snippet mentions an unveiling at Falling corts, includes garbled terms Sefere Davis Jackson Makey Johne Prekewall Jackson coat. No clear event, date, or full names available.
New York May 3 A Herald dispatch debunked claims of a Spanish decisive victory near Purgatory Hills. Spanish columns met strong insurgent fire and were driven back with 280 prisoners taken as Castillo arrived with troops. Reports from Banes and Havana areas describe growing rebel activity and depopulation due to hunger and disease.
A club event featured ornate ceiling decor with four inverted pyramids and hundreds of bunting pieces, a sleepless light above a rhubarb festoon, and seven artistically draped windows. A central hero photograph adorned the north wall as 834 diners attended.
Astoria Oregon May 3 The fishing season's mishap left Beaborg's boats overturning in heavy winds near Clatsop Spit. Drowned were captain Hendrickson and boat puller August Koshela. another body later found on Long Beach tied to a drifting boat. Unclear if Kinney and Booth crews suffered losses.
In Rossland British Columbia discussions grow over a proposed law requiring miners to declare intent to become citizens to obtain a miner's certificate. The measure, already passed by the legislature, faces strong opposition from many BC residents who say American labor built the mining wealth. Eighty three Americans applied for miner's licenses at five dollars per year or longer terms, with many prospectors from the American side who already hold long term licenses likely to be exempt.
Buried in the sand the Arkaness is alee very high. fragmentary text suggests shoreline or dune context with weather or flood imagery. The readable words hint at a place name Arkaness and a condition described as alee very high.
General Miles receives formal assent to travel to the Levant to observe Turkish and Greek forces. He will inspect major European powers, prepare an official report, and stay two to three months. He may visit Germany France and possibly Russia for military study. A separate note mentions a Guadeloupe earthquake and other stray items.
Senator Jones of Nevada joins Democrats on the Senate Finance Committee to object to reporting the tariff bill. Democrats seek time for careful review and may delay beyond May. Republicans accuse the move of hindering progress as the bill’s fate hangs in balance.
In Washington May 1 the House met seven minutes with no quorum and debated publishing war correspondence. A resolution urged the president to transmit all war-era diplomatic letters to the Senate. In Iowa Dubuque General Henderson's condition invoked prayers in the session.
A Greek force under Smolenski repelled Turkish attacks at Velestino near Pharsala. Turkish casualties were heavy while Greek losses were light. Reinforcements and reorganized Greek command improved morale as news of fighting continued through May 8.
The article notes the 1881 treaty settlements and Greek evacuations while Greece and Turkey refuse mediation. It states European intervention is deemed impracticable as both sides firm on continuing the war and powers will stand aside until one side is defeated.
In the House of Commons on May 8, President of the Board of Trade OU T Ritchie said the government would not force railway charter applicants to buy equipment in Britain. He noted Waterloo City railway ordered twenty two cars from America since seven English firms could not deliver on time.
In Bieterville West Virginia on May 3 an elderly resident Mrs. Shook was attacked by a black and a white man who forced entry into her home. They beat her feet with switches burned them with candles removed hair from her head and burned an ear. They obtained 500 in cash before fleeing. The woman likely faces death.
A regional overview highlights Oregon cities and towns experiencing growth and prosperity. It notes economic activity, development projects, and population trends shaping the state's urban landscape. The report emphasizes opportunities in commerce, housing, and infrastructure across multiple municipalities.
Reports from Washington state residents include a drowning in Pemiahmoo Bay near Blithe, Stevens county lumber shipments to Britlatt Columbia, and a Spokane schools April enrollment 636 higher than last year. A $10,000 damage suit against Asotin town favored the town. Snohomish County courthouses injunction dissolved. state corporate annual fee set at $10 with $40 collected in a day. Indian negotiations resume at North Yakima. Goodwin on leave. large hog shipment to Nebraska. Whatcom county tax books near completion. 800 Indians in Clallam County with Hoh Onewty Quillayute and Noah Bay tribes. Monty Ear chief referenced. city council matters noted.
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