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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1903
Page
3
Report from Yokohama says Russia will not evacuate Manchuria unless its latest demands are met. China has appealed to Japan for assistance as tension grows. Russian envoy M Lessar informs Pekin’s foreign office of Moscow’s stance.
Washington officials say they expect confirmation from Minister Conger regarding Russia’s stance on Manchuria and its demands. They believe the terms mirror those Pekin reported last spring, though details are not disclosed. The United States will not protest Russia’s action if the commercial treaty holds and Manchurian ports remain open.
London dispatch details Baron Von Rosen's October 4 note proposing a Corea split with Japan in the south and Russia in the north. Kobe reports say the Japanese government discussed the idea on October 5 with Marquis Yamamoto and ministers before replying to Baron Von Rosen. A crisis is probable.
A crevasse opened in the head dam of the Seattle government canal from Lake Union to the Sound. The river 75 to 100 feet wide rushes through the ditch causing earth loss under three bridges. Temporary and wing dams will be built. total cost under $1,000 for government, around $300 for the city and little for the electric company. Rats suspected as the cause.
Sault Ste. Marie MichiganOctober 9 Several feet of the Algoma railroad track near the Consolidated Lake Union Company's brick plant were blown up with dynamite last night. The dynamiters appeared rushed leaving the job incomplete. The line was repaired quickly and trains are running as usual.
Paris reports a 90 ship Russian battle fleet has arrived at Ma Ban Pho near Corea, joining the Japanese at Ma San Pho harbor. Russian troops are encamped on the Corean border while diplomacy in Tokio continues, focusing on Corea's future rather than Manchuria evacuation.
Baron Hayashi says the Kobe note claim that Japan lacks right to intervene over Manchuria is unfounded and the proposed Corea partition as fantastical. He dismisses Russian fleet moves toward Ma San Pho as unlikely given fuel limits and proximity to Japan’s Tsushima naval base.
London reports the foreign office has heard nothing of a gathering of Russian warships at Ma San Pho and reiterates that advices give no indication of a Russo Japanese outbreak.
Darmstadt dispatch quotes Alexander Savinski, Russia's foreign affairs secretary, via Patrie. Savinski says Russian agents report Japan desires war and is prepared for it, with enough Siberian troops to resist Japanese force. He adds the Russia Austria accord remains strong and unlikely to trigger war between Russia and Austria.
The Mauna Loa eruption resumes with heavy lava flow observed from the crater and Kahuku cattle ranch. Lava streams are visible from Volcano House and Kona plantations while the Kilauea activity remains mild. Excursions are being organized from Honolulu.
Emporia Kansas reports three killed outright two fatally injured and fourteen others hurt as tornadoes struck near Hamilton Greenwood county and Aliceville Coffey county. Aliceville with 200 residents was practically demolished and wires were prostrated. Casualty list may rise as details remain incomplete.
Washington October 10 Representative Hill of Connecticut discussed with the president a plan to urge Congress to create a commission to investigate financial legislation and report on whether any action is needed. The proposal aims to clarify the need for reform and guide future policy.
The council, led by 100 tribal heads, plans to send Henry Jackson Kirke Crawford and others to Washington to press a claim against the government for lands lost due to reserve errors. Resolutions oppose state swamp land claims within the reservation threatening allotments for about 400 Indians. Local developments note Corvallis & Eastern railroad plans toward Bend with sawmills producing railroad ties, a prepared roadbed, and signs of investment along the mountain survey.
If his official duties allow, Governor Chamberlain plans a brief trip to Washington to confer with the president, interior secretary, and general land office officials about Oregon land matters. He seeks faster, clearer information than correspondence provides and hopes to gain a thorough understanding of public land issues.
One of Linn county's largest deals closed in Albany as N. Steele & Co. sold Jacob Roth's 230 acre farm for 16000 to Carl Salsmann of Minnesota who plans to farm it with up-to-date methods. Real estate men predict a brisk fall sale and rising immigration. Letters from eastern states show strong interest in farm prospects and prices as people seek land and general conditions.
Farmer R. K. Hartnell near Clackamas station supplies fresh tipe strawberries to Portland. From two acres he has sold $850 worth this summer and expects at least 150 more boxes. Berry harvest continues with fruit in all growth stages.
Linn County court decides to operate a free Willamette River ferry at Harrisburg. A petition signed by citizens from affected areas prompted the move after years of private operation. Last week officials offered $700 to the private operators for their entitlement.
Fall fishing begins on the Necanicum as silversides are reported. A net across the stream near the tower bridge violatest state law limiting nets to one third across. David Hansen, NeCanicum Salmon Cannery owner, is at Seaside preparing to start operations next week with 1000 to 1500 cases expected.
The September census at the state insane asylum shows 1,332 inmates, down from 1,367. Maintenance cost per capita averaged $9.58, about 32 cents daily.
L Zimmermann president of the Lucky Boy mining company visited Eugene from Blue River for the regular monthly mine clean up. Bricks were smaller than usual valued at 7500 due to mills not running all month. sale of the property is not being considered despite market pressures.
The Medford Fruitgrowers' union sent two cars of Winter Neils pears and Jonathan apples plus smaller shipments to San Francisco. The last shipment fetched 1.25 dollars per box, a strong price for these apples as the union has consistently secured better prices for small growers throughout the season.
On the 1902 roll for Clackamas county unpaid taxes total about 177000 dollars. Sheriff Shaver has collected roughly 168000 dollars leaving delinquent taxpayers with under 10000 dollars. Delinquents face a 10 percent penalty and 12 percent annual interest to liquidate with the county.
Market prices list wheat varieties including Walla Walla Fleur valley and hard wheat with barrels and cental rates. barley feeds and malts. oats and milled products. Livestock bids cover beef veal mutton lamb hogs and poultry with per pound and per dozen figures plus dairy and wool values across regions.
Albany reports the state labor bulletin links June employment and wage declines to building trades lockouts and wage earner layoffs. Immig ration from southern and central Europe surges this summer led by Italians and Poles. Despite demand for domestic help, the Free Employment Bureau notes a persistent shortage.
London reports indicate no expectation of quick developments in the Far East as negotiations between Russia and Japan progress toward a broad settlement of influence in Manchuria and Ceres. Britain and diplomats view Evacuation by October 8 as unlikely and prefer continued talks over any crisis.
The Venezuelan German mixed tribunal closes 73 claims totaling 1 317 817 dollars with 116 250 dollars withdrawn and 55 000 dollars disallowed for river navigation losses. Awards total 389 095 dollars for 643 800 dollars recognized, payable in gold. The German railroad receives full payment plus 800 dollars daily indemnity for 17 days. Umpire General Duffield earns praise from German claimants.
Baltimore physicians attending Archbishop Fain of St Louis at St Agnes Convent report after two consultations that while Monsignor Kain is much improved his recovery is not yet certain. Five specialists will meet again tomorrow to reassess his ailment.
In Augusta Georgia on October 7 the Edwardes manufacturing company cotton mills resumed full-time operations after a stoppage of over two months caused by high raw cotton prices. The mills employ 800 workers.
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