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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1906
Page
2
A weekly digest reports on a general strike in Russia, Dreyfus receiving the Legion of Honor, labor payments in silver, dual wounds from doctors in Vienna, riots over suppression of newspapers, Central American peace, Philippine rebels surrender, and varied international incidents. It notes Alaska capital relocation to Juneau, Mexico revolution threats, and corporate consolidations among express companies.
Washington reports 1905 shows a trade balance in favor of the Philippine Islands for the first full year of American administration. Exports rose to 33.45 million dollars, led by iron and steel goods, cotton, and oils, while imports from the United States increased about 2 million. The United States overtook Britain in iron and steel trade with the islands, aided by higher U S exports and a decline in foreign rice demand.
The U S Department of Commerce and Labor reports fiscal year 1906 canned meats exports at 9 233 410 dollars total, with beef 6 430 446 dollars, pork 1 215 857 dollars, and other meats 1 587 107 dollars. Beef shipments fell mainly to Japan from war highs, with 2 306 683 pounds exported in 1906 versus 14 687 165 in 1905, while the United Kingdom remained the largest buyer, increasing by 4 758 815 pounds for the year.
San Francisco faces a major housing shortfall after displacement from the disaster. The rehabilitation committee plans to build about 3,000 homes for workers, but thousands remain in tents. Private initiative appears, with several houses under construction and rented in advance in the Richmond district, as the city eyes south of Market Street for substantial new housing.
Washington reports a 74 ft 46 in long steel passenger car built in Pittensburg for the Southern Railway. Weighing 110000 pounds, it uses no wood except fireproof interior decorations. The car is described as non combustible and resistant to telescoping and end smashing in a collision.
In St. Petersburg on July 24 reports claim the emperor delayed dissolving parliament until he consulted Berlin. A German embassy member allegedly sent a 1000 word message from William to Nicholas before the decree was signed.
The Cigarmakers' union considers a proposal to establish cigar factories in major cities with a system of union controlled stores to distribute the products to consumers. The idea aims to streamline manufacture and retail under union oversight.
Bids opened for the 30 million dollar 10.30 Panama Canal bonds bearing 2 percent interest show strong demand with average offers around 103.94 to 103.96. The largest bid came from Fick & Robinson for 5 million dollars, while other bids suggest the issue may be subscribed several times over and awarded at or near the top bids.
Reports filed with the New York Insurance Department show insured exposure in the burned San Francisco district vastly higher than prior estimates. The total risk across 108 companies exceeds 280 million dollars when Lloyds and underground concerns are included, with substantial differences from earlier liability figures.
American Minister Collier travels from Madrid to San Sebastian to sign a new commercial treaty with Foreign Minister Giollan. The pact grants reciprocal advantages and raises Spanish tariffs from July 1 are offset, with the press deeming the accord entirely satisfactory and a sign of friendly government intercourse.
The Commerce and Labor Department reports US foreign commerce in the just completed fiscal year at about 2.97 billion dollars. Including pre annexation trade with Porto Rico and Hawaii would push the total beyond 3.009 billion. Imports totaled 1.226 billion and exports 1.744 billion.
Odessa reports widespread appeals for military aid from Kherson Yekaterinoslav and Poltava districts. Landowners face organized peasantry led by revolutionaries amid rising unrest.
Report from St. Petersburg describes the dissolution of the current Russian parliament and convocation of a new assembly on March 6, 1907. The capital and province are placed under extraordinary security resembling martial law, signaling a drift toward dictatorship and heightened tension among liberals socialists and workers.
Report from St. Petersburg notes continued use of force by authorities after a reactionary victory. General Trepoff reports threats to his life while remaining active with a heavy guard. Socialists in the douma hold secret meetings but have not yet issued a broad proclamation against the czar and allies. If they act, further trouble may follow.
A supplemental proclamation directs the land office in Lander Wyoming to accept entries for lands in the Shoshone reservation ceded portion at Shoshone from August 15 to October 3 1906. Drawing begins August 4 at Lander and entrants with numbers enabling entry in that window must register at Shoshone. after October 8 entries return to Lander.
San Francisco July 23 A military investigation and grand jury inquiry are ordered to probe the loss of nine wagonloads of liquor sent from the Moulder School warehouse to the Jefferson Park hospital store room Major General Greely directed Lt Col John P Wisser to trace every bottle of liquor shipped for relief through the army station and account for its disposition
Salvadoran newspapers accuse Guatemalan troops of killing Salvadoran prisoners after an armistice. They claim General Cristales returned imprisoned Guatemalan officers and soldiers, but those captured by Guatemala were executed instead.
A meeting of 2300 naval crew from the Black Sea fleet in Sebastopol demands economic concessions and warns that the entire fleet will revolt if demands are not met. The gathering occurred on July 23 and was presented to Admiral Ekrychoff.
El Paso reports a sequence of strong shocks damaging most Socorro buildings including the courthouse while no deaths are confirmed. Residents flee as cracks widen, a nearby crater possibly linked to the quakes draws speculation, and railroad operations slow due to damaged bridges and boulders.
Salt Lake City reports say federal agents prepare civil suits to reclaim more than 30000 acres of coal land alleged acquired by fraud and diverted lands via state boards and dummy entries. A federal grand jury may be convened. officials kept from comment.
Little Rock July 19. The attorney general and prosecuting attorney filed suit against five cottonseed oil mills in the city alleging they form a trade restricting combine in violation of anti trust laws. They seek 5000 dollars per day amounts totaling 130000 dollars against each company and charter revocation in Arkansas. A suit against the remaining 34 mills is expected to follow.
The Warsaw agrarian strike grows with sowing delays across several provinces endangering harvests as peasants withdraw from fields. The Landowners' Union denies strikers' demands while amid unrest extremists confront and rob government stores and police incur serious incidents.
Rome reports a new crater at Stromboli in the Lipari islands belching large amounts of lava matter. Nearby vegetation is being destroyed as the eruption continues.
Acting Secretary Ryan today authorized the $250,000 purchase of the Sunnyside irrigation canal in Eastern Washington by the Washington Irrigation Company. The move clears the way for government construction of the Teton and Sunnyside projects, preventing cancellation or protracted litigation.
The Navy’s Bureau of Yards and Docks prepares plans for a 1.25 million dollar concrete drydock at Bremerton Washington. It will be the largest in the world and can accommodate the biggest battleships under construction or planned. Depths noted include 37 feet over the sill with future lengthening possible.
Washington reports the Japanese government has launched a major plan to nationalize all industries including railways. A nationalization of Manchurian railways forests and mines is proposed with government and private capital joining to operate them. If successful this shifts competition in Orient trade to a conflict with the Japanese nation.
The War department reports the arrest of Truman K. Hunt in Chicago, who brought about 50 Igorrotes from the Philippines. He is charged with withholding 15 months salaries and embezzling $1,000 from the group who sold souvenirs. Hunt previously served as governor of the Igorrote district.
London July 20 The committee of the house of Lords on juvenile smoking has endorsed legislation modeled on Sir Ralph Littler’s Commons bill. It prescribes penalties for selling cigarettes to anyone under 16 and for possession or use by youths. Police, teachers and parkkeepers would be empowered to stop youths, confiscate tobacco and enforce the act.
Estimates show about 865000 residents remain in San Francisco three months after the April 18 fire, with 50000 more waiting in nearby cities for suitable housing to return.
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