10 Apr 1907
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1907
Page
1
Washington reports Perry Belmont criticizes the use of patronage as the big stick in U S politics. He says distant regions see the President as an arbiter of peace and war and alleges the administration wields patronage vindictively. Belmont asserts the need to reveal Roosevelt's true character.
James Qor day Bennett fined $10000 and W M Gillam managing editor of the Herald $1000, Herald corporation $5000 for printing obscene advertising. Others noted a walk and pold aftermath. Mexico City reports Barillas funeral stirs strong reaction to a political assassination plot. Washington notes winter wheat condition at $9.5.
A Swede impersonating banker Harry Thompson appeared in police court this morning. Judge FitzGerald kept a straight face as the accused, once calling himself Penteon, received a five-day sentence. Also noted is news of a $1600 pipe organ installed at the Congregational church in Ritewille, Washington.
San Francisco grand jury to hear charge that John Barrett Examiner news editor gave 600 dollars to Eddie Graney and James Coffroth to pay ballot box stuffers at the 1905 primaries to bolster Hearst's control of the Democratic machine.
The Southern Pacific proposes a freight rate increase on green lumber to San Francisco, threatening bankruptcy for 100 mills in Willamette valley and southern Oregon. Railroad officials say the rate must take effect April 18 to curb losses, risking 2000 to 6000 jobs unless court action or strong organization blocks the move.
April 10 report from Philadelphia states Lincoln Savings Fund & Trust company closed its doors this morning. Capital listed as 8122 000 with liabilities not stated. Deposits around 300 000. The event signals potential collapse amid uncertain capital figures and depositor concerns.
Prosecutor Jerome Beging argues against sentiment and personal equations in the murder case, urging jurors to base verdict on evidence and law. He outlines possible verdicts, asserts self defense as justified, warns against allowing sympathy, and notes the disagreement among White’s executors.
A westbound O R & N passenger train derailed two miles east of Cayuse station at 3 16 am after a section of grade washed out. Four people died and four were seriously injured including engineer Fred Schilke and mail clerk James Graham. Fireman George McPartridge was among the dead, with two unidentified Greeks and a Chinese laborer also killed or injured. Injured were treated at St Vincent's hospital in Portland as coroner's inquest began. The wreck heavily damaged the engine and cars, but slow speed minimized casualties.
Early morning reports recount heavy loss from the Corvallis wreck. Conductor Coykendal and Brakemen Roesch and Shull were initially feared dead or injured. later details show Shull unharmed and Roesch off duty, with passengers enduring a long wait for news as the sleeping car caravan reeled from the disaster.
The cross examination of Binger Hermann reveals he admits his son Schiller acquired Oregon land while Hermann was commissioner and that patents were issued to the son, allegedly violating laws against officials profiting from their knowledge. Telegrams and receipts show listings under HB Hermann and broader land acquisitions. A 1902 telegram suggests he tipped Moyes about Strawberry Mountain forest reserve.
Nine indictments for gambling were filed by District Attorney Phelps after disclosures in the Matlock Sheuerman case. Defendants include Jacob Sheverman Lester Swaggart George Perlinger Wil Wells John Endicott and Sam Miller with two indictments against Sheverman Swaggart and Endicott. Witnesses described the big game at the State saloon and hotel with payment details and conspiracies alleged against several men.
W A Storey reported 1000 acres of timberland in Polk County sold yesterday to local milling interests for about $20 an acre. The tract will yield roughly 7,000,000 feet to the quarter section but was sold below stumpage value due to inaccessibility. Storey also has three additional timber deals pending.
Portland admen’s league criticism of the Indian costume feature by the Oregon Girls Drill company for the Jamestown exposition prompts a sharp open letter from Mayor Macy of McMinnville, where the movement began.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.