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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1903
Page
2
The day’s items include the king and queen of Italy visiting Lenion, looming war talk with Russia, peace moves in Panama, labor strikes in Chicago, and U S sovereignty claims at Guantanamo. Diplomatic shifts, arbitration talks, and legislative maneuvers shape a volatile international scene with domestic policy nudging reform.
Washington reports the canal treaty would grant the United States perpetual right of way across Panama, with absolute jurisdiction over an eight to ten mile canal strip. It preserves neutral open access and provides fortification rights, while Panama receives the $10 million payment and retains city autonomy under conditions. Secretary Hay discussed the terms with the Panama minister last night.
Moscow reports that Kisel Zeogranski a former mining engineer now licensed physician describes a long practical cure for consumption observed among Russian workers. He attributes success to an old foreman’s method and notes American interest prompting systematic observation of patients including an Englishwoman once given up by doctors.
The House passed the Cuban reciprocity bill 336 to 71 after a drawn debate. Democrats and Republicans were evenly split on amendments as Willian of Mississippi pressed to amend under the Ways and Means panel, but the motion failed and the bill moved to final passage with McClellan presiding briefly as chair.
In Peoria Illinois on November 23 a west bound freight train and a work train collided head on in a deep cut between Mackinaw and Tremont. Thirty one men died and at least 15 were injured as the debris piled high and the boilers exploded. Conductor JW Jude of Indianapolis and engineer George Becker escaped by leaping from their cabs.
Washington debates paying the $50 million canal appropriation under the Spooner amendment. Treasury cash balances, about $223 million total, include $173 million in bank deposits, prompting questions on whether $30–60 million can be released without disrupting finances.
Attorney Francis J. Heney departs for Washington to confer with Attorney General Knox on land fraud probes. The inquiry reportedly targets Southern Oregon schemes with a fountain head in breaking into the big steal as crooked figures attempt to cover their tracks. Hyde the land lawyer remains silent amid new disclosures.
A large shipment of miners departed Trinidad for southern and midwestern coal fields amid cheering crowds. Reports of 300 Hastings workers resuming were false as a camp resident said no one was employed there. Five extra deputies joined guards at Hastings amid anticipated trouble.
A New York conference with railroad and steel industry representatives agreed on a 17.1 percent cut in all iron and steel manufactured goods for export. A further December 1 reduction of 331.3 percent of the preexisting domestic rate will apply to export tariffs on finished steel products including structural iron, plates, beams, and rails.
Governor Lanham declares a statewide quarantine with San Antonio under official lockdown. Local authorities lift measures in many towns and counties as Texas enforces the order and rail service resumes on all railroads tomorrow.
The commission appointing Governor Dole United States district judge arrives in Honolulu for an oath before Chief Justice Freer. He will assume the bench immediately while Secretary Carter acts as interim governor. The grand jury will resume its investigation of recent legislative scandals.
A recent interview quotes Jack London as a practicing believer in hard work. He states that work will carry a man anywhere and outlines four great things guiding his philosophy.
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