31 Jan 1902
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1902
Page
1
Griselda completes a walk with Mr. Dysart into the woods near Grey court where he pretends ordinary concern while guarding a secret nest egg. A later confrontation with Mrs. Grunch reveals Dysart's fear of his own past and the peril of his family inheritance.
A roundup lists Manila moving to host an ex position in December, Manila chamber of commerce backing Chinese admission, and notable events abroad. Reports include a hypnotist in Spokane, Prince Henry and Prince of Wales Germany visits, and a deadly mine explosion in Iowa with blamed dynamite.
The British war office preference for Argentina in supplying meat and other provisions for South African troops sparks strong protests across Australasia. Premiers condemn imperial indifference to colonial sacrifices and accuse authorities of grave injustice despite declarations of imperial solidarity.
Disaster at the Lost Creek coal mine near Oskaloosa Iowa claims 21 miners dead and leaves eight others seriously injured. Bodies are in an improvised morgue while a temporary hospital cares for the wounded near the mine three miles north of Eddieville.
The premier of New Zealand and colonial leaders cable the imperial government, asserting both colonies can supply the war office needs in South Africa three times over. They argue excess meat and a push to favor foreigners harms Australasian traders and fuels competition with Argentina. They urge a swift correction of the error.
Ohio Governor Nash leads a broad appeal for memorial services on the Sunday before January 26 to honor William McKinley. Governors nationwide urge churches to collect offerings for a memorial tomb in Canton. Contributions may come from businesses, fraternal and labor groups, schools, and churches. Myron T. Herrick of Cleveland acts as treasurer.
Reports from Pekin and nearby cities suggest diplomats expect a Manchurian treaty to be signed within a week but doubt written agreements will affect Russia’s policy there. A separate Russo-Chinese bank contract would give the bank control of railroads and mines. In Bulgaria, Miss Stone’s ransom payment is expected to secure her release within 24 hours, while in Pretoria Lord Kitchener approves a 1500 man Boer corps to press the war endgame.
News from St Thomas dated January 28 reports the signing of the treaty transferring the Danish West Indies to the United States. No public reaction emerged while anxious observers await details from Copenhagen. The Danish cruiser Valkire n is said to stay to guard against possible unrest, though disturbances are not expected.
The Danish government will not decide on transferring the Danish West Indian Islands until the U S Senate ratifies the cession treaty. The cautious stance follows the Senate’s rejection of a prior treaty after Denmark had prepared the islanders for transfer.
Washington January 25 Secretary Hay sent to the treasury a draft for 376000 dollars representing the value of silver bullion captured by American marines at Tien Tain.
Washington January 25 The president signed a bill providing free transportation of all mail matter addressed to Mrs Ida S McKinley widow of the late President McKinley.
Consul Mc Wade in Canton reports to the state department that Sha Ting, 250 miles south of Canton, has suffered over 100 deaths from the plague. Local authorities scramble for containment as mortality rises.
Oil strikes near Myrtle Creek and oil ventures in Huntington signal growth across Oregon industries. Other items note new electric light franchise in Burns, asbestos discovery in Josephine county, a large saw mill plan at Foote Creek, and major municipal developments in Salem Independence La Grande and Pendleton. The report also covers tax figures, college expenditures, Knights of Pythias attendance, and a 106 year old pioneer's death.
Prices for grains and hay list oats barley and flour values with ton and per pound figures. A New York syndicate negotiates 180000 acres of Nova Scotia timber land while Sir Ernest Cassel offers land for a crusade against consumption in England. Governor Van Sant plans court action against the Northern Pacific merger.
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