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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1913
Page
3
The Warm Springs Indian Charlie Pistol Hat files for divorce from his wife Lillie after eight years of marriage. He alleges desertion as she left January 1 1905, about a month after their wedding, and he seeks a legal dissolution of the union.
Reports from official headquarters in Pittsburg and Philadelphia state the second World's Christian Citizenship conference will meet in Portland June 29 to July 6. It will be a largely attended event with broad influence, featuring prominent speakers and extensive delegate interest. Portland has contributed $12,500 of the $15,000 pledged for the entertainment and publicity fund, with the local committee seeking to raise the balance.
Roseburg reports the Schlegel milch party of seven reached their destination after traveling the Umpqua river in a houseboat from March 16. The trip took seventeen days, ten more than planned, a feat many thought impossible due to wild rapids and danger.
Oregon Senator Chamberlain outlined his wool tariff stance arguing a 15 percent ad valorem duty would aid wool growers without raising costs significantly. He said he would support downward tariff revision overall and would not oppose a small wool duty if it aligns with pledged policy and tax revenue needs.
Mayor Elfert abandons efforts after constant council opposition. Following a conference with a citizen committee, he relinquishes appointive power and declares the four opposing council members now govern the city, hoping to restore harmony in municipal affairs.
In Wheeler Oregon the German bark Mimi capsized after dawn Sunday off Nehalem sand spit. Lifesavers rescued Charles Fisher of Portland and Captain J Westphal of Germany, plus two German youths. Sixteen sailors drowned. only two bodies recovered so far. The wreck lies buried in sand with 900 tons ballast, and rescuers say moving the vessel is impossible.
Justice Minturn of the New Jersey Supreme Court frees labor leaders William D. Haywood and Adolph Lessig sentenced to six months for silk work strike activities. Thousands cheer outside Paterson courtroom as ruling upholds free speech and peaceful assembly. In Portland, Lillian Elizabeth Bourne files for divorce amid charges of name calling and threats.
Cettinje resists demands to abandon Scutari aims and maintains warlike stance. An international fleet from Austria Hungary Italy France Germany and Great Britain blocks Antivari with four Austrian ships and British cruisers Yarmouth Inflexible and Gloucester joining Breslau Pisa and Edgar Quinet. Russia abstains from naval participation but backs the show of force. An Austrian brigade from Cattaro moves near the frontier.
Ohio flood rehabilitation makes rapid progress with widespread food aid and sanitation. Red Cross reports 454 dead across the state with final tolls and total losses still rising, while officials estimate property damage near 190 million dollars and Christians totaling 77,133 needing aid.
Washington reports Congress opens in an extraordinary session under Democratic control. President Wilson delivers his tariff message by mouth and the House and Senate weigh a joint session and a sweeping tariff revision with broad reductions on food and clothing and a new income tax.
President Wilson announced the summer capital would be located at Cornish in New Hampshire along the Connecticut River. The choice sets a temporary center for government activities during the warm months.
The ad claims the highest quality lumber and a square deal. It invites customers to shop without needing expert knowledge and directs readers to 306 N Main St, Newberg, Oregon.
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