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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1902
Page
1
In Kenandoah Pa on August 4 notes of last Sunday's attack on troops' camp by strikers circulate. Two Lithuanians are under arrest as soldiers guard the area with ball cartridges. The funeral of Deputy Beddel occurred amid fears of further disturbances and a strong force remained on hand.
President with Mrs. Ried and other notable figures arrive on the Commodore Gerry yacht in Hlec fen Bay. Archbishop Ryan and a Commander attend as guests. They plan to discuss affairs in the Philippines during the visit.
Chicago Aug 4 Commodore Jos E Montgomery veteran naval commander who during the war nearly captured General Grant died this morning at his son’s home in Chicago.
Ashington Aug 4 complaints prepared allege violations of antitrust law by coal shippers. The department of justice is poised to act but cites insufficient evidence and has deferred action.
Cleaver Miller a welterweight fighter from this city was mobbed by Horace Graham and Leonard, colored, as he returned from a event in Amphis on August 4. Miller was stoned and left unconscious in a shower of stones. details of motive or police action were not disclosed.
Bapidown New Jersey August 4 opening the tenth annual meeting of the Brotherhood of the Kingdom. The body gathers representatives from all denominations to discuss social and economic questions. It is described as a leading Christian socialist organization steering regeneration through unity among people.
Aaron Halle was electrocuted at Sing Sing prison at 6 am for the murder of Mary McCarthy in a New York department store in May 1900. He died calmly, showing utter unconcern, as the 62nd execution under the new law. He had forced his attentions on the girl, shot her at the counter after she rejected him, and expressed gladness.
Commander McCrea of the gunboat Machias at Cape Haytien cabled today that affairs appear more satisfactory. National forces are well armed and rebels have been driven from their critical position. No further danger or serious disturbance is feared for the present.
Cleveland officials hailed a ruling dissolving the injunction that blocked the city council from transacting business and prevented a 3-cent car fare. The court found the prior injunction illegitimate, enabling new council actions and the fare plan to proceed.
Ithaca N Y Aug 4 President Schurman of Cornell backs a tariff revision while supporting the president and reciprocity with Cuba He said today I believe the people want to endorse the three Rs Roosevelt reciprocity and revision of the tariffs.
New York marine reporters covered a busy day as winged yachts moved eastward to Pequot House for the New York Yacht Club annual squadron cruise. The event builds toward races for the Astor cups on Wednesday with squadron runs planned along the coast to Marblehead after a flagship meeting this afternoon.
Rear Admiral Taylor in the forthcoming annual report will urge increasing the enlisted strength of the Navy from 25 000 to 40 000 men. The proposal aims to bolster naval manpower for expanding duties and future programs as the United States looks to strengthen maritime capabilities.
A country editor asks readers how to provide material to read when the public shows little willingness to take decisive actions. The note promises to publish everything promised to be kept quiet unless a customary news item is provided, and hints at more items coming tomorrow.
An editor, married a year, recalls how the first baby’s colic at night makes the father and mother look at each other in reproach as if blaming the other for bringing them into the struggle.
Abner M. Vaughn a bachelor and Oregon pioneer of 1844 died at his Thatcher home Saturday aged 64 years He was known for early settlement efforts and long residence in the region with ties to local pioneer circles.
Convict Harry Tracy remains at large after three fast passes toward Spokane. Authorities believe he hides in the Rough Lake Creek country between Odessa and Wilbur, seen last night with two rifles while riding one horse and leading another. He travels only at night and lies by day, complicating pursuit. A farmer’s wife sighted him two miles north of Odessa at 9:30 p.m., as posses position along roads to intercept him. A late-night attempt to waylay him near Wilbur failed. A report says he appeared at midnight near Wilbur asking for directions to the Great Northern tracks, still with two horses headed south.
Akron Aug 4 police raided the Eighth regiment armory at 3 this morning arresting several soldiers who resisted with furniture missiles. Bloodshed narrowly averted as the unit prepared to march to Newark for camp. Men shouted and threw missiles at passersby. all will be court-martialed.
A fatal collision occurred when the steamer Potter struck a fisherman's boat near Astoria last night. Drowned passenger H Nemey lost his life. all other occupants were rescued.
Santa Fe passenger train from Redondo ran into an open switch and collided with an oil train near Los Angeles. Fireman Martin is missing and four others injured. The ensuing fire destroyed oil cars and damaged the Coombs Refining Company plant.
Chicago August 4 Attorneys for the alleged beef trust prepared to file a demurrer to the bill that led a federal court to issue an injunction blocking packing houses from conspiring to manipulate the market. They challenge the anti trust law as insufficient and unconstitutional and deny the courts right to compel production of books. The demurrer will be filed soon.
In Lisbon on August 4, the French steamer Corsica from Brazil collided with the Portuguese warship Don Carlos off the port. The Corsica ran aground and is reported in bad condition, while the Don Carlos sustained damage but remains afloat.
The Hague August 4 General Linse Meyer and other Boer leaders conferred with Kruger today amid ongoing peace talks.
Secretary Root asserts civil service laws were not violated and that Rebecca J. Taylor was discharged for just cause after she wrote and had printed a letter criticizing the president's Philippine policy. A writ of mandamus to reinstate her was filed and will be argued this afternoon.
Paris on August 4 reports actress May Yohe has not located Captain Strong and will stay in the city through week’s end to continue the search.
Aug 4 reports from J L Ray Co and major exchanges show dull markets with prices down a shade. New York opened 74% closed 71% after peaking 75%. Chicago opened 70% closed 69% with visible supply up 282,000 bushels to 21,978,000 versus 30,369,000 a year ago. Wheat prices: San Francisco at 1.13 1.12 per cental. Chicago September wheat at 70%?0.
Washington learns from Minister Squieres in Havana that the Cuban house has passed a bill authorizing a loan of 86,000,000 dollars. The issue bears no minimum rate and a maximum interest of five percent, with redemption after forty years.
Prominent Pythians from Michigan Illinois Indiana and adjacent states assemble in Chicago to depart tonight for the national conclave in San Francisco. They will travel by special train with brief stops at Des Moines Omaha Denver Pueblo Salt Lake City and other cities along the route.
A revolt of convicts at Joussaventopol Russia led to 384 prisoners killed and 73 wounded with 20 soldiers also hurt. The ring leader was executed publicly after suppression 15 were sent to dark dungeons and the rest flogged with reports of further deaths from floggings.
Philadelphia August 4 The National League of Barber Shop Employers opened its first annual convention with F Henney as supreme president presiding. In ten months the league has grown to over 2600 members across several states. The three day session aims to amalgamate state councils, unite local bodies, and seek legislation to aid the trade, including sanitary and license laws.
Independent Coal Company announces charter for Blaine Coal Company in Harrisburg on August 4. The new firm will develop 1200 acres in Pennsylvania's bituminous field near Pittsburgh, aiming for 4000 tons daily production after equipment. It plans to market its coal outside existing fields without antagonizing rivals.
A 40 000 population region, described as the wealthiest farming country and its worldly tributary along a major road, is tied to an offering of 1000 shares with $100 par value. Shares are now selling at $90 each, signaling a discounted entry for buyers.
Washington reports the death of schoolteacher W. H. Badger from Clarkston Washington due to cholera. He died August 1 in Malafiqui province Pangasinan, as conveyed by Acting Governor Wright in Manila. The note reflects personal sentiment shaping conduct more than general rules.
Rock Island August 4 in compliance with last month’s call members of the United Christian party are gathered to adopt a platform and name candidates for the state offices to be filled in November.
Paris Aug 4. Magdee Deutsche, widow of the 100000 francs prize inventor of a dirigible balloon won by Santos Dumont, was badly injured in an automobile accident today.
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