21 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1912
Page
1
Government dispatches note more troops heading to Cananea as a bloody clash between Mexican rebels and regulars rages south of Cananea Sonora. Refugees flood Nogales with over 100 arriving by rail while another federal company moves from Hermosillo toward Cananea to reinforce the garrison.
Lee Caldwell, son of rancher William Caldwell, at Cheyenne Frontier Day rode I Be Damned in the final and earned third place and 150 dollars after a dynamic performance. The Cheyenne Herald noted crowd favor but judges gave Carter first and Clark second for their rides on Senator Warren and Nevada Kid. Caldwell, nineteen, has long been a buckaroo and with 101 Ranch, with hopes to become a world beater.
The last victorious American athletes from Stockholm arrived in New York on August 21. Plans are nearly complete for the great demonstration to honor the men on Saturday night, with the whole country expected to take part in the event.
The fifteenth anniversary of the Fort Ridgeley battle was observed in New Ulm Minnesota with a real band of Indians on one side and settlers on the other. New Ulm has spent the week in follification in honor of the event.
Washington reports fear of a clash in Nicaragua leads the war department to mobilize, with the tenth infantry poised in Panama and the cruiser Denver carrying 300 marines to Corinto. Marines may move inland to Managua as insurgent leader General Mena threatens renewed bombardment if surrender fails. Panic grips Managua as the threat escalates.
Pendleton residents are urged to join a Labor Day river excursion to Pasco and Kennewick. The Umatilla Commercial Club will organize a boat trip from Umatilla at 8 a.m. September 2 with a connecting special train from Pendleton. Return is scheduled for 6 p.m. with No. 6 available for evening travel. Conductor Jack Cherry promotes a strong turnout.
Cincinnati Aug 21 Dr Swick Progressive leader announces bid for congress seat held by Nicholas Longworth whose wife is Alice Roosevelt daughter of the Progressive nominee It is reported Col Roosevelt ordered a fight on his son in law but Swick says the colonel remains neutral
New York reports that General Booth never reconciled with son Ballington Booth after their 1896 quarrel. Ballington Booth now denies indifference to his father's fatal illness, saying he always treated him with the deference due a great man and continued his Volunteers of America work.
Washington Aug 21 The House voted 144 to 53 to approve the budget bill despite Tafts second veto The measure provides for abolishing the commerce court and is expected to be passed by the Senate over Tafts veto Twenty two Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the bill Taft also vetoed the bill again stating his objection to ending the commerce court in a short ten line message
President Taft sent a congratulatory letter to Vice President Sherman in Utah as he heard the official notification of his renomination. The message declared pride in being a joint standard bearer for the party of conservation, stability and progress.
Utica Aug 21 James D Sherman is formally notified of renomination by the Republican National Convention for vice president Sena tor Sutherland of Utah delivered the notice Thousands of locals attended a gala celebration at Conklin park with a Sherman home reception and fireworks. Sherman assailed Wilson and Bryan era rivals praising the convention platform and criticizing the Democratic candidate as a pedagogue not a statesman.
Salem Aug 21 Governor West obtained the resignations of Redmond mayor H J Jones and City Marshal McClay via telegram from the city council. The council urged further investigation while the governor insisted on total resignations. West named Lola G Baldwin special agent to gather evidence in counties for possible arrests under his enforcement act.
Sacramento Aug 1 Gov Johnson announced a special commission to tackle the foreign immigration problem expected as California opens to southern Europe via the Panama Canal. The action signals a formal effort to address anticipated migratory flows and related policy concerns.
Liverpool August 21 The Allen liner Corabay arrived with bulkheads protecting the bow after a collision with an iceberg off Newfoundland. Captain Cook said the ship slowed after sighting a berg and the impact was light. preparations to abandon were made but damage was above the water line. Passengers praised Captain Cook despite some reports of panic and ice showers on decks.
London August 21 General William Booth commander in chief of the Salvation Army died at 10 30 P M after a week of hopeless illness following a cataract operation. He was born in 1828 at Notting ham and long led the evangelical movement from the Rockstone Hadleywood eight miles from London. At his bedside were Bramwell Booth Catherine Booth Bernard Booth Mrs Booth Helberd and Commissioner Howard Colonel Kitching and Dr Wardlaw Milne.
Chas B Merrick postmaster of Portland Oregon died of heart failure while swimming in the hot springs near Likeview Oregon. The event occurred August 21 as he was in the water.
In Salem Oregon on August 21 Governor West declared plans to escalate his law enforcement campaign to Portland. He vowed to shake the city to its foundations if officials do not enforce laws, signaling a showdown with Mayor Bushlight Chief Slaver and county authorities.
New York Aug 21 Arrangements for a projected eastern trip by Gov Johnson of California progressive nominee for vice president in the interest of the new party were completed at progressive national headquarters here. Johnson will leave San Francisco Aug 27 and speak at Salt Lake Aug 28 Denver Aug 31 Topeka Kan morning Sept 1 Lincoln Neb Sept 3 evening Cleveland Sept 5 Watertown N Y Sept and also at the Ohio and New York state progressive conventions.
Senator Boise Penrose of Pennsylvania addressed the Senate to explain the receipt of a $25,000 check from John D. Archbold of Standard 661. The remark was made on a day with packed galleries as Penrose began his statement of personal privilege.
Reports from banks in the Interior state indicate a rising call for funds to move crops. Wheat markets loosened by early harvest aid collections, helping merchants recollect debts and adjust to improved conditions. Wider county returns are expected from mixed farming and better tillage, boosting trade and earlier, more generous buying by merchants.
Thomas C. Noyes news manager of the Washington Star and president of the Washington American baseball team died suddenly in Washington today of pneumonia.
In a bold public discussion, commentators argue that retribution is morally certain to overtake opponents, framing the issue as a moral imperative driving justice and social order. Analysts weigh potential consequences and ethical tensions in a shifting cultural landscape.
Rumor says Dr Frank Griffith of Salem may be offered the superintendency of the eastern Oregon asylum. Dr J C Calbreath of Portland refused to accept the position and informed the state treasurer, reopening the board’s dilemma. Doubt remains whether Griffith would accept if offered.
A hobo found a broken rail near Fulton and notified warehouseman M A Ballinger in Pendleton, preventing a collision as the Northern Pacific local arrived at 10 PM. Trainmen say the freight earlier that morning likely caused the break. the hobo left quietly after his warning.
Washington accorded with Taft as the Senate failed to pass the budget bill over his veto. The tally was 34 in favor and 27 against, short of the required 41 votes to override.
Underwriters and insurance experts from across the Dominion attend the annual convention opening today at Windsor Hall. A banquet for delegates is planned tonight and sessions will cover insurance in all its phases with distinguished speakers delivering addresses.
A concise saying notes a young man gains knowledge fast, claiming at age 21 he already exceeds what he can shed or relearn by six percent in later life, implying growing wisdom but persistent learning limits.
Bramwell Booth son of General William Booth is named as the new commander in chief after the will is opened in London. President Taft pays tribute to General Booth praising his genius for organizing moral reform and uplifting the lost in crime. Salt Lake City hosts the American Banking Institute convention with three days of talks and planned entertainment for delegates.
A fragment notes a woman cannot feed a man so much taffy that it spoils his appetite for it. The remark reflects social humor or a domestic anecdote typical of the era. The piece highlights gendered banter without broader context or actions.
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