26 Sep 1902
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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1902
Page
1
A wandering man and a child rescued by a vast Mormon caravan moving toward Zion. They reveal a small party of survivors from the plains, meet John Ferrier and Lucy, and are welcomed by Joseph Smith’s followers who pledge aid and instruction.
The narrative portrays the Mormon migration to Utah, detailing the harsh voyage across deserts and floods, the establishment of farms and a central temple, and the ascent of Young as administrator. It follows John Ferrier and Lucy Ferrier joining the group, and notes the continued journey to a promised land, with a cliffhanger “To be Continued.” The piece then shifts to a legal quibble about cross-border crime jurisdiction and a railway station boundary case amid anecdotal humor.
Miners trapped in a Virginia cave rescue reported four lives saved though a death toll climbs to 110 in a church disaster. Explorer Baldwin challenges polar theories as Arctic expeditions yield new discoveries. A New York kiss controversy arises from a protest mass for strikers. The St Paul survives a near fire at sea while US warships brace for tropical emergencies. Oregon forest danger subsides as Speaker Henderson consents to Iowa nomination. A string of urban incidents from crime to market scandals punctuates a day of global tensions.
Washington date shows Secretary Moody ordering 600 marines to Panama if needed, with Pillsbury’s Prairie to sail to Norfolk to transport troops. San Francisco to coal and head to San Juan Puerto Rico for possible reinforcement, while Marietta and Bancroft head toward Haiti and the isthmus region as a precaution.
Letters arrive at the monastery announcing the deaths of relatives of the monks. The abbot reads them privately and at chapter the sorrow is spoken as a monk prays for his deceased mother and others, reflecting the community’s rites of mourning.
Columbia River & Northern from Lyle to Goldendale has graded 25 of 42 miles with remaining sections partly finished. Rail laying will begin after rock work is completed. a large rail shipment from Hamburg will soon be used. Equipment including two locomotives two cars and 55 freight cars will depart Chicago this week. Three grain warehouses are under construction with one expanded. line facilities address Kickitat valley freight needs. The road should be operational by early next year.
General Chaffee recommends Lieutenant Kenneth P. Williams of the First Infantry for the congressional Medal of Honor for his leadership in the Samar relief expedition. Chaffee lauds Williams and his troops for the perilous march and rescue of the marine detachment. Rear Admiral Rogers credits Williams with preventing the detachment's destruction through indefatigable effort.
An official of a reading trunk line railroad warned the Journal of Commerce that railroads, especially those serving the Atlantic coast, will face a severe car shortage soon due to crop movement and reduced freight traffic. A quick coal miners strike settlement could worsen the shortage.
An eastbound Choctaw Oklahoma and Gall freight train collided with the Selle-Clowns show train at 5 am. Two sleeping cars of the show train were demolished and 26 people were injured, all but four seriously. Passengers and crew were aboard the show train.
The next legislature will seek to cut the state printing office budget and rebuild the ten empty Seca hor. A trotting race at the state fair features Helen Norte setting a coast record of 2 26. The Uma tilla Indian agency and school are placed under a bonded superintendent Delite Setointo. a water works contract reaches 12000. The Oregon Woman association backs continuing the scalp bounty law. Poaching violations in Linn county hinder enforcement. Game Warden Quimby faces challenges. L. M. P. Isenberg named supervisor for Cascade forest reserve north and east. Captain H. L. of Company A resigns. Petowya of Umatilla remains alive. Tasmatical aliases event planned for The Dalles late September. Robbery at North Powder depot yields 300. criminals escaped. Necanicum assets sold to Minnesota investor group over 100000. Fall salmon runs at The Dalles are large. hop picks in Willamette yards rise 50 cents per box. Mt Angel college project nearing completion. campus growth promises a bright term.
The list shows a range of farm products with prices: wheat, barley, oats, hay, potatoes, butter, eggs, cheese, meat, and wool. Regions include Walla Walla and Oregon. Prices are given per unit such as per barrel, per cental, or per pound, reflecting market quotes for feed grains, dairy, poultry, and livestock today.
Akinoto commanding marines receives a letter from K Ishi secretary to the imperial foreign minister, demanding departure from Marcus Island. The guano company plans to claim land and seek indemnity from both American and Japanese governments over preexisting occupancy and the voyage losses.
An instalment of a total sum amounts to 57 934 dollars allocated to missions. The payment represents the first installment in a multi phase funding plan. The source notes the distribution is part of a broader program and details of recipients are not specified.
The state board of sheep commissioners released a report noting July 1 figures show increased wool production with higher price per fiber and overall output. Wyoming remains a leading wool producer as yield and value rise, reflecting stronger markets for the raw material.
Federal officials raided Little Italy today arresting four Italians. Spurious 10 cent pieces were found and no plant location yet. Italian residents expressed surprise at the action and investigation continues.
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