25 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1902
Page
1
John Johnson robbed of $15 near Pasco after three men posing as brakemen lured him into a box car. He resisted, was shot in the abdomen, and remains hospitalized. Descriptions note the assailants as wearing black garb. no crew involved. Local authorities seek criminals amid rising concerns.
California Republicans convene in Sacramento to nominate statewide tickets. Gage Pardee faction faces bitter contest for governor and lieutenant governor amid a large turnout, with candidates including George C. Pardee Thomas Flint E B Edson and Governor Gage.
In Lynn Massachusetts on August 25 Roosevelt visited Senator Lodge at his Nahant summer home. He quietly dined there last night and prepared to resume his tour through New England. The morning featured a stroll around the senator’s grounds with an ocean view.
San Francisco August 25 John Simpson Wells Fargo agent identified in the Spreckles libel suit a report by Mrs Gage and members of the Gage household about delivered packages. The testimony centers on the governor in the case with ongoing questions regarding the libel allegations and related evidence.
In Havana on August 25 the strike among dock laborers remains unsettled with no improvement. Several disturbances have broken out in multiple city districts and police forces have been heavily reinforced to control the situation.
General Miles has not informed the department of his plan to visit the Philippines but is expected to proceed with the consent of the president. He may go to inspect army posts there, though the department has no official statement of his purpose. The move could lead to his relief from command upon return.
Wilkesbarre reports the coal strike enters its sixteenth week with both sides resolved to continue. President Mitchell appeared confident this morning and did not acknowledge claims that miners are weakening and ready to return if protections are provided.
San Francisco reports harvest of California almonds begins this week, about two weeks late. The crop is estimated at 267 carloads or 2,670 tons and is described as exceptionally fine in quality.
In Chicago on August 25, striking Western Union messenger boys chased two young women through downtown streets, hurling street refuse and shouting. pedestrians attempted intervention but were pushed aside. The two girls sought refuge in a department store as the group dispersed.
Crank teams from Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama join the fifth annual Savannah Military Rifle Range Association event at Avondale range in Savannah Georgia. The meet runs through the week with ten events and prizes totaling 600 dollars plus trophies.
Judge Sidener of St Louis declares a wife may rummage her husband's pockets at night. In the Henry Shauer case the wife claimed disturbance of peace, and the defense of prior pocket-searches was rejected. The decision underscores a wifely prerogative, while editors remark that pockets are often depleted first.
It is claimed that widespread chewing of tobacco gum and toothpicks stems from an ancient practice of cud chewing by primitive peoples, a habit now resurfacing in modern behavior.
Hazelton Pa August 25 1910 mob violence as 10000 miners form cordon around Canberry and No 40 collieries blocking non union workers kidnapped and beaten by strikers August Shech stabbed three times likely to die citizens intervene preventing a fatality as police do not report any gunfire the city is nearly deserted by 10 o clock
La Grande fruit growers group formed two years ago to protect farmer interests and raise prices proposes incorporating as a joint stock company with 1500 capital. About 50 members. a four person committee to solicit stock and organize. Officers cite a $30,000 loss from poor cooperation last season and project 50,000 boxes of fruit this year. even small per box savings could yield respectable gains.
Pewaukee Wisconsin August 25 Today yachts from Illinois Indiana Minnesota Michigan and Wisconsin gathered for the Inland Lakes Yachting Association annual meeting and regatta. Commodore George M Conway and aides completed course measurements buoying and preparations to the minute. Racing starts tomorrow and runs through the week with favorable winds hoped to ensure the most successful event yet.
Buffalo, August 25. The Rog ers Brothers' new vaudeville farce The Rogers Brothers in Harvard opens tonight at the Star Theater. Advance seats show lively interest. The show follows the brothers' popular style, centering on two young men believed to study at Harvard but who pursue less studious activities.
A special train carried invited guests from New York City to Bayport Long Island for the wedding of Miss Beatrice de Trohiand Post and Duncan W Chandler. The ceremony, conducted by Rev Theodore Irving Reese, occurred at Strand Lane the bride's mother's country seat. The bride had no attendants and her cousin James Otis Post served as best man.
The First National Bank in Abredeen was robbed of 2800 pounds mostly in small coins last night. The safe held most cash untouched and police suspect amateur criminals.
St Joseph Missouri carnival week of the St Joseph Elks opened with South Seventh street transformed into a street fair and midway. Purple bunting and flags adorn the town as floral parades industrial displays concerts and prize contests highlight the attractions. Delegations from Kansas City Topeka Leavenworth Omaha and other cities are expected later in the week.
Birmingham reports show Governor William D. Jelks confident of renomination with campaign managers claiming statewide reports predict victory and strong approval of his administration. Opponents at the Morris hotel favor Capt. Joseph F. Johnston, asserting signs point to his victory in the state primary.
Livingston Montana August 25 The Montana States Trades and Labor Council opened its ninth annual season with President F C Ives presiding Delegates from most organized labor bodies in the state attended The session will discuss legislative measures and other matters affecting organized labor Officers reports indicate growing membership and influence statewide.
The annual summer meeting of the Pennsylvania Sunday School Assembly began at Saratoga Park Pottstown Pa Aug 26 and will run through Saturday Professors J J Lowe of Philadelphia leads a musical program with speakers and instructors Rev W J Erdman Rev L W Harper Rev W H Laird Rev A S Shelly and Miss Alice Bramlin among those listed.
A Lisbon court official says the crown jewels were recently sold to cover the king's royal debt. The official notes the jewels have been replaced by imitations.
New Orleans August 26 The Democratic primary in Louisiana Fifth district resulted in the renomination of Congressman Joseph E B Ransdell. The vote confirms his continued seat in Congress and signals strong support for his incumbency in the region.
Authorities in Baker City issued immediate orders to restart operations at the Mammoth mine after a halt. Officials cited safety compliance and restoring production as the key aims, signaling a rapid return to mining activity in the area.
New York Aug 26 General Edward Molineux, father of the condemned Molineux for the Kate Adams murder, says detective work recently done proves his son's innocence. He declines to reveal the details of the findings guiding the push to spare the gallows.
Report by I L Ray Co cites firm wheat due to export demand and European weather. Prices opened 74 in Chicago and New York, with December and September points around 72 1 2 and 76 1 2 percent. Prices varied across exchanges including St Paul Union Pacific and Steel.
Chicago August 25 Judge Brentano denied a bid to exhume the body found in a South Side weed bed and buried as Minnie Mitchell. The court ruled there was no reasonable doubt of identity and police progress remains absent in solving the mystery of Bartholin’s whereabouts.
In Richmond the National Negro Business League began its third annual convention with the motto Not 60 many negroes in politics but more in business. The Boston founded group highlights increasing black participation in banking, real estate, cotton, plantations and merchandising, with attendees including bankers lawyers planters and merchants representing substantial capital. Dr. Booker T. Washington heads the league with officers from northern and southern states.
Kansas City sightseers fill the city for the opening tour of Willis Wood theater. The opening attraction features Amelia Bingham and her company in A Modern Magdalen. The new house boasts modern conveniences and is among the West’s finest.
Fire swept through a neighborhood warehouse and the O Q R N yard causing an estimated loss around 40 000 with six box cars damaged and up to 20 more affected at the O Q R N line plus two or three carloads of pasta and other merchandise ruined. Kerr Gifford Company warehouse loss was total including 11 000 sacks of wheat and stored furniture and produce. Wheat valued at 700 sacks insured at about 48 cents per bushel. Firefighters and a switch engine crew saved the oil warehouse despite near flames and fuel. The wreckage is being assessed with rebuilding uncertain.
W R Vallely, 22, brakeman for the Southern Pacific, was killed Saturday near Ashland. His widow Mrs Clara Vallely plans to bring his body from Portland. funeral set for tomorrow at 8 PM from Nathaniel Dougherty's home with burial at Oloey cemetery. Vallely had lived in the county most of his life. he leaves a wife and child and a brother who works at Hotel St George. No further details on the incident are available.
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