14 Nov 1902
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1902
Page
1
The account describes the Oregon desert as waterless plains with lava beds and rimrocks forming parallel plateaus. It recalls Indian attacks, desert hardships for travelers, and wildlife thriving where water and meadows existed, noting figures like Captain Jack and General Crook in its history.
The text describes a meadow protected by drought and fencing, a cultivated orchard with roses and flowers, a green lawn, and fountains in the sun. An ice cold spring waters tender roots while the house sits within a high wall with loopholes indicating defensive design, then notes focus shifts to the interior.
A front room displays rifles and revolvers alongside furniture and books, while other rooms show neglect. An English chef watches anxiously for a woman’s arrival, fearing danger and pondering whether she will reach safety.
A fragment describes Round Mountain seen from a distance as a peak resembling a mountain. The brief text suggests a desert landscape feature with a notable summit.
A rugged frontiersman briefs a young woman on a perilous two day trek through a snakes and cattle thieves risk route. He warns that snakes and ambush threaten the party, but assures his group they can cope, urging rest for an early morning start and calling a young woman a tender target in a perilous voyage.
In Fayptian lore the princess recalls a playful garden scene by a serpentine lake. Attendants flee and splash, the princess joins the chase, and the harem crowd laughs as ribbons signal further splashing amid warm weather dress and lighthearted mischief.
The piece discusses sobriety and health of men, the role of songs, and frequent evening practices near posts. It notes barrooms fall under state license laws and are beyond military authority to control.
The Society offers prizes of 15 and 10 dollars for best essays on topics including the Battle of Booker Hill the Treason of Benedict Arnold and Partisan Warfare in the Carolinas. Essays must be 2500 words maximum in the student’s own handwriting with school verification and reach Wallace McCamant by January 15 1903.
Nov 10 report states Colonel Carroll D Wright and General John A Wilson of the anthracite coal view have agreed to abide by the commission's ruling and act on Judge Gray's guidance. The item notes this stance as it amplifies the issues facing the commission's task.
New York reports W J Wilson alters routes splitting three bays into two branches with sections funneling toward the Hudson Bay. The terse notice notes strategic realignment of lines and implied implications for regional transit.
Secretary of the Navy plans recommendations in the annual report to expand officer corps. Moody urges cadet enrollment at Annapolis to address growing deficit while resisting broad reorganizations.
The article notes Oregon's net returns totaling about $900,000 over two years from the National Irrigation Fund, ranking third among states after North Dakota and Oklahoma. It explains the fund allocates receipts by each state's contribution and will be credited at year end, with Idaho expected around $750,000.
The article discusses the projected cost of completing rural free delivery and the expected impact on post office finances. It notes annual rates, potential deficits for the next two to three years, and the possibility that after completion the new revenue could cut deficits or wipe them out.
In Pueblo on November 11, after 20 years of searching for Silver Cliff ore, Haskell and Jackson report a near surface strike on government land half a mile from town. The ore runs 44 per ton with specimens yielding 76 ounces of gold and substantial silver, prompting mass mining and carload shipments and anticipated town revival.
New York reports electric traction trains on the military railway between Berlin and Zomsen have ended for the season. Trials show electric power can run express lines at 75 miles an hour on a permanent way, with preparations under way to upgrade the rail for faster future trials.
Secretary Hay and Sir Michael Herbert signed the Hay treaty on November 21 establishing formal terms between the United States and Newfoundland. The pact, announced today, will take effect when the respective governments reassemble and proceed to implement the agreed provisions.
Yale enforces swimming instruction for entering students with compulsory lessons unless excused by good reason. The policy aims to produce expert swimmers among Yale students, and advocates emphasize safety and preparedness in aquatic settings.
The Dalles fires and Portland blaze mystery dominate a diverse Oregon page. Mentions include a 1896 state printer candidate's death by morphine, mill laws enforcement by Master Fish Warden Van Dusen, and Pacific university scholarships. School attendance rules shift to guardian residence, Coet Company of Eugene forms with 1 million dollars. livestock interests broaden. Large river fires prompt official explanations and heightened guard.
Washington reports delay in the Cuban reciprocity treaty return to Washington with the draft still in President Palma’s desk pigeonhole. Officials note a 20 percent rebate rate and that coaling matters are paused as 10,000 tons of U.S. navy coal in Trinidad is reduced to fit Gulf needs, easing Havana harbor tensions.
Readable fragment lists commodity prices including wheat varieties blue stem valley and 68 70s, barley freed at 21 per ton and 22 for brewing, flour best grade and middlings at various cents per unit, date white and poultry entries with mixed chickens and ducks priced per pound and per dozen, plus lambs and dressed meats values.
A Venezuelan gunboat Crespo landed forces in Higurote occupying the seaport for three hours. French residents suffered property damage as Venezuelan actions prompted investigations by warships including D'Estres. Dutch cruiser Golland and Italian cruiser Giovansh Bausan arrived at La Gosyara to assess the clash.
Copenhagen reports stock subscription for the Danish West Indian company expired with only a fifth of 1,000,000 nominal capital taken. Promoters, discouraged by weak sentiment, plan to appeal to King George of Greece, Queen Alexandra, and the Russian dowager czarina to buy shares. Banks and individuals may step in to salvage the plan.
The ladrones are causing more trouble than ever in the Fhili pines, attacking constabulary officers and preying on defenseless natives. The paper notes insurgents have largely returned to peaceful ways, while authorities plan to increase the contrabandary to enable hunting down the lawless band.
A Nome storm on Tuesday drove three vessels ashore and wrecked lighter on the beach. Eight men drowned and several rescued by lifesaving crews as ships were driven to sea. The details arrive from the coast guard station and mariner observers.
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