08 Aug 1910
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1910
Page
1
Baltimore dispatch details the death of Harvey W. Scott editor of the Portland Oregonian at Johns Hopkins Hospital from heart failure after prostatectomy. Born near Peoria in 1838, he rose from farm labor to lead the Oregonian, directing Associated Press affairs and shaping Oregon politics with a forceful voice. He leaves three sons and a daughter.
Year he was elected a director of the Associated Press and, for a few months acted as president of the Lew in and Clark Exposition company. Mr. Scott attended to his editorial duties almost to the end of his life, it being only during the last few months that his failing health compelled him to seek and finally desist entirely from labor. He leaves three sons, John H., Ambrose and Leslie M., and a daughter, Miss Judith, all of Portland. Start for Oregon, Baltimore, Aug. Accompanied by Mrs. Scott and Leslie, Scott's body will be started for Portland tonight, reaching there Friday. The funeral will probably be held Sunday.
San Jose August 8 Attempting to escape a motorcycle officer who had arrested him for speeding E Patton an automobile agent of San Francisco drove into an alley and was thrown from the car his skull fractured four others injured in the crash
Cleveland reports Pasquale Gulliano, a golf caddy discharged by the Boulid club, arrested for the murder of William Rice, a wealthy lawyer shot Saturday. The Italian allegedly quarreled with Rice recently, with no money or valuables missing, deepening the mystery.
San Diego reports the Pacific torpedo flotilla left for San Pedro to engage in a three week target practice. They are expected to shatter records during the drills.
Geneva reports an unprecedented July cold snap with over 1500 feet of snow in 20 hours, strongest in the Engadine and Alpine passes. Continuous rain keeps mountaineering impossible as lakes rise about two feet above normal levels, affecting travel and local life.
Frank A Beam known as Babe aged 18 months was seriously injured in a runaway accident this morning at about seven. He works for American Express and had gone to the city livery stable for a new horse named Old George which died from lockjaw. A new horse arrived from Portland and bolted when driven with an open bridle capzing the wagon. Beam was knocked unconscious and later rested at 729 Johnson street. The horse and harness were unhurt and the wagon had scratches and cracks.
Attorney General Wickersham and Secretary Nagle travel by packet Sarah along the Yukon from Dawson to Fort Gibbon and Fairbanks then down to the Bering Sea where the Albatross will ferry them to Seattle.
Gov ernment measures avert clerical junta renunciation of a planned protest in San Sebastian. A large bullfight became the day’s main event as troops patrolled from dawn and about 150 arrests were made. Clericals condemn the crackdown while authorities suspect a Carlist plot behind the demonstration.
Premier Canale ras announces plan to expose conspiracy against the government in northern Spain before parliament. In Madrid the Liberal and republican presses urge vigorous follow up, while the Universe criticizes government timidity. Vatican reaction reportedly hinges on San Sebastian outcome influencing Mer Vico recall.
Paris reports a burglar posing as a disinfector was jailed after posing as a workman with a bucket of a mysterious compound. He visited flats under landlord orders to disinfect, caused a bad odor, and tenants fled to the far room. He was later confronted at the landlord's flat and handed to police.
In San Francisco Judge Lawlor sentenced A. A. Moore, his son Stanley Moore, and J. J. Barrett to five days each for contempt of court after they argued a motion to dismiss indictments against Patrick Calhoun on bribery charges. Moore received two five day terms. sentences were suspended pending appeal. The lawyers planned to appeal and stated they would “enjoy going to jail.”
Prince Trai Tao, who met Colonel Roosevelt in London, said the former president promised a trip to China next year, with Peking as a key stop.
In Constantinople reform leaders move to crush revolutionary plots as many rebels are arrested. Balkan provinces including Albania are flagged as revolt hotspots with strict measures planned. Some Young Turks support restoring Abdul Hamid while younger revolutionaries favor keeping Mehmed with new advisers.
Chicago hosts a worldwide Knights Templar conclave with 17,000 registered at headquarters and an expected 400,000 visitors during the week. Earl Huston, grand master of the English priory, arrives with peerage as a mammoth parade is planned for tomorrow.
A proverb notes that a successful merchant often serves as the best advertiser, while strong advertising likewise boosts commerce. The saying links shopper trust with visible commerce prowess and mutual reinforcement between quality goods and public image.
A diamond studded championship belt belonging to Stanley Ketchel was found in the baggage room corner of the St. Francia hotel in San Francisco after a six month search by sleuths.
Irvington New Jersey August reports Charles Judson a hospital clerk died in a gas filled room after expressing influence by a moving picture scene showing a fatal act He had told friends the cinematograph figure would complete the death and was found dead last night in the room
Colorado Springs delegates attend the world congress of deaf mutes with a church service in sign language at the opening today. The ceremonies were unique as no word was spoken.
The Paris season ends with lavish entertainments in palace gardens. Princess Murat staged a groundbreaking fete with the Flustian ballet, rivaling Olympian and Moulin Rouge grandeur. Guests included Prince Paul of Russia, Grand Duke George, and various American-born countesses, while Ambassador Rodelin’s recall marks a political end to the year’s circle.
Gama the Hindu wrestler defeated Dr. Roller of Seattle in a wrestling match. The first fall came in one minute forty seconds and the second in one minute nine seconds.
President Taft directs Secretary of War to place troops in Oregon Washington California Idaho and Montana at forest service disposal to suppress fires. Commanding officers may lend all aid on request. About 175000 acres burned in the latest fire reports.
Columbus Ohio Aug Mayor Marshall notified Governor Harmon that state troops were no longer needed to control the street car situation. The governor then ordered the military withdrawn.
In St Louis a suspect named Joseph Wendling, charged with the murder of Alma Kellner, was taken to Louisville by police fearing threats. He remained under guard in Louisville as authorities anticipated holding him there until his trial.
Paris reports railway workers in Tourlouse voting unanimously for strike in solidarity with Bordeaux and other cities. About 40,000 kilometers of track would be affected as demands include one rest day weekly, a minimum wage of one dollar, a ten hour day, and broader pension provisions.
Under estimates by Major Wood chief of staff the enlisted strength of the army for the coming year is placed at 87,000.
McMurray holder of Indian contracts linked to bribery charges is expected to be first witness as investigation committees resume. Several Indians likely to testify. McCurtain recalls bribe offer and confirms McMurray firm served as attorneys in Indian land sales and opposed taxes on Indian property. Dene Flyn says firm and Chickasaws organized contract circulation among Italian tribes. Wm B.P. Hallman testified he secured 108 signatures and received small pay for signatures.
Mrs. Mary Engdahl, recently arrived from Sweden and living with her children in Rockford, died after being awakened by a new alarm clock. She had heart trouble and, after jumping up, collapsed back onto the bed. Her eight year old daughter slept nearby as the body pinned her down until the brother could lift it.
Governors Norris of Montana Brooks of Wyoming Spry of Utah endorse the Hay plan for a Northwestern executive conference at Salt Lake to discuss conservation and naming delegates to the national conservation congress. Governor Gillett of California remains noncommittal. Brooks proposes including executives of all states west of the Mississippi and to hold the meeting in Denver, a plan that may be adopted as more replies arrive.
SpokaNe Aug C H Sawyer president of Washington Furniture Co shot three times at Richard Traul a Civil War veteran at Traul s home Sawyer believed dead as Traul shot himself through the heart dying instantly Traul s insanity is suspected and Sawyer to be in serious condition as the incident unfolds and cause remains unknown
A. V. Rees, an inexperienced aviator, fell from a high flight in a self designed triplane near Blackpool England today. The craft caught fire and was nearly destroyed on impact but Rees escaped serious injury as hundreds of spectators watched the crash.
Washington August 8 Census officials estimate the population of the United States at ninety million Three hundred clerks are working The totals will not be given out officially until October.
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