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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1905
Page
7
In St. Petersburg on April 6, 12 secret police agents were arrested after dynamite was found at the czar’s palace. Lt Col Shkraupsky identified a Cossack with an infantry sword, leading to the discovery of incriminating documents and the fortress detention of the conspirators. General Trypoff questioned the suspects.
Chicago April 6. The federal grand jury investigating the beef trust will examine prices paid to packers and alleged railroad rebates along with private accounts of packing firms. Witnesses were subpoenaed and testified, providing data for government use. May 15 expected to close the inquiry, with the Connors case before the jury.
Chicago files suit for 40000 against Standard Oil alleging non payment of city inspections under an ordinance regulating commerce in naphtha and gasoline. Oil reps claim gasoline and naphtha are not petroleum products and dispute applicability.
Official advices report continued disorders in the Caucauss. Within the past week peasants have looted and burned public offices in many villages in the Gore district, sacked schools and private estates, cut down trees, and forced priests to swear solidarity with their cause. Similar troubles reported in the Tiflis district.
Belgians in Santo Domingo press President Morales and American Minister Dawson for a monthly $25,000 payment, signaling support for the debt arrangement if granted. The situation is seen as tied to the U.S. pending convention and awaiting final U.S. action.
Washington April 7. The geology survey director notes Idaho settlers misread the reclamation service plans for the Minidoka project. Officials say pumping irrigation is tentative and will take longer to decide, with focus on delicate engineering features before final plans or construction approval.
John St Clair reports Yaqui forces led by Malouche with over 50 warriors devastate Sonora settlements near Ures. Ranches burned, grain and cotton abandoned, towns crowded for protection as U.S. travelers warned and prisoners found after ambush. Soldiers and hostilities persist despite efforts to quell the threat.
Reports from Dhamala show 1400 natives killed or injured as the quake's toll grows. Europeans hurt previously are now said to be dying and many structures are ruined. The Indian government is organizing relief efforts.
St. Petersburg April 7 A Journal de St. Peters burg correspondent portrays alleged broad social corruption among American circles. The piece describes precautions by host leaders to shield guests from theft and recounts a white house reception disrupted by a lights failure revealing women removing ewers and men keeping pocketbooks.
Japanese Minister Ta Kahira told Secretary Taft he must depart Washington for a different climate due to health concerns. He added there have been no further developments toward a settlement of the war. The two agreed to stay in touch if needed.
Forest fires burn across thousands of acres in the South mountains near Gettysburg on April 7. The line of fire extends about three miles and destroys valuable lumber.
Wahkiacus Daly Centerville Goldendale and Klickitat Valley points get steamship link to Portland. Steamer departs Portland Sundays 7 a.m. connects with C R N trains at Lyle 5 15 p.m. arrives Goldendale 7 35 p.m. The Dalles steamer leaves daily except Sunday 7 a.m. Goldendale trains at 6 15 a.m. connect for Portland arriving 6 p.m. Meals on steamers and wagon teams accommodated. Write McDonald Portland for rates and reservations.
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