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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1904
Page
2
Across reports of political maneuvers in Congress and court contempt in Colorado, to Russian and Japanese moves in Asia, floods in Montreal suburbs, and storms in Texas, the day’s notable items include the Yalu crossing, port Arthur tensions, Spain France Morocco anxieties, and census figures for major Northwest cities.
A street car returning from the Old Mission toppled at Garden and Mission streets in Santa Barbara on April 13 killing five passengers. More than twenty were injured, many with severe fractures and skull injuries. The crash was caused by brake gear failure on the forward brakes, while the car descended a steep 5 percent grade toward a sharp curve. Immediate aid from physicians and residents followed, with most injured taken to hospital or home.
St Petersburg reports a plan to deploy armed automobiles in the Manchurian campaign. Belgium produced vehicles will be shipped from Moscow by special train, led by experienced officers from recent military graduates. A Baltic fleet voyage to the Far East is hoped to reach its destination by late August. Two Russian army corps will mobilize in May, with one from Moscow area and another from Siberia. Russia claims no fear of Japan and keeps seaboard troops in place.
The measure authorize 475000 for government buildings and exhibits plus 250000 souvenir gold dollars, totaling about 725000. Chairman Tawney notes the government exhibit has been assembled in St Louis and will be moved to Portland, saving costs. The Lewis and Clark appropriation faces final fate as the bill moves toward signing with possible increases, no reductions anticipated.
The House, deeming the Swayne proceeding the only check, disposed of it in five minutes by adopting a resolution making the case a special order for December 13 next. Judiciary committee to take additional testimony. After a conference on the army bill the House voted 122 to 100 to proceed on coastwise laws to the Philippines with a two hour debate. Adjourned at 5:30 p.m. An amendment to delay the law to July 1 1906 will be proposed and the partial conference on the army appropriation bill was agreed to with four Senate amendments in disagreement.
British and American ministers J N Jordan and H N Allen urged the Corean government to safeguard British and American mines. Japanese authorities have assured safety amid local unrest and shown consideration by avoiding heavy levies and facilitating wage payments with specie support.
The administration plans to continue enforcing the Chinese exclusion acts beyond December, regardless of treaty status. Attorney General Knox will issue an opinion on the law's validity amid denunciation, with potential legislative action attached to an appropriations bill if needed. Congress members expect smooth passage if deemed necessary.
London reports Japan ordered two large battleships from Britain. Each vessel measures 445 feet in length with 78 foot beam and 26 foot draught, displacing 16 400 tons. Armament includes four 53 ton guns, four 10 inch guns and five 6 inch guns per ship.
Senator Burton of Kansas is sentenced by Judge Adams to six months in the Iron County jail and a 2500 dollar fine. The decision, overruled motions for new trial, will be appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals. Burton showed restraint as he declined to speak.
United States Senator Quay is reported ill in Atlantic City with strict orders to deny access and ban political or business messages. The 71 year old senator requires absolute rest and is absent from public duties for the present.
Census Bureau preliminary figures show 254 945 acres irrigated from all sources in New Mexico in 1902 with 9 285 farms represented. Average cost per irrigated acre stood at 16 87 dollars and the 1 246 irrigation systems cost 4 301 915 dollars for main canals heads dams reservoirs and pumping plants. Total main and ditch length reached 22 646 miles with an average system length over miles.
President Roosevelt and Secretary Hitchcock planted a historic oak sapling east of the White House. The oak stems from an acorn linked to Peterhof in Russia, and the Russian tree traces to the oak near Washington's tomb at Mount Vernon. An inscribed blade will memorialize the event.
Rolling Fork Mississippi April 13 reports a section of the Galea Head levee has caved in severely weakening the flood defense. Large labor crews are mobilized to shore up the levee and prevent further damage as authorities fear a major flood risk.
Washington April 11 The House Committee on Irrigation of Arid Lands votes 8 to 3 against the bill to repeal the desert land laws. Dissenters include Mondell and eight others while supporters cited are Reeder Van Duser and Underwood.
Paris April 11 report says the Russian government refused a French loan offer and rejected numerous war supply proposals from foreigners. Higher officials indicated the decision applies for the present.
Secretary of War Taft announces plans for a new Philippine capital about 15 miles from Manila on a site over 5000 feet above sea level. He compares it to Simla in India and says the climate and location will improve health and offer great opportunities for capital investment.
New York April 12. A general strike of National Biscuit Company factory workers was decided after a meeting of about 300 workers citing alleged discrimination against union men. An estimated 1 000 workers could be affected as the strike begins.
Idaho's Heyburn uses extended remarks to back a pure food bill while urging the secretary of agriculture to supply the senate with investigation findings on adulterated foods. The day also covered Quarles' rural postal carrier salary grading amendment, later ruled out of order. The post office appropriation bill remained under consideration as the session adjourned.
Paris April 8 After talks with Ambassador Porter and assistants W A Day and Charles W Russell the contract to transfer Panama canal ownership to the United States is to be signed at the U S embassy on American soil. The date is not fixed but likely April 25.
St. Petersburg April 8 It is stated that the Trans Siberian railway manager has been thanked by the czar for rapid troop transport to the Far East. Within a fortnight all men for service will be on their way to Manchuria.
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