27 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1902
Page
1
Tom O'Brien, who escaped from the state prison, claims in a letter from Anaconda that his escape aims to kill Deputy Sheriff Morgan whose testimony sent him to prison for perjury. He demands the crime statement be made public and notes he wrote the letter hidden behind rocks while surrounded by officers.
President Burt of the Union Pacific appeared in police court in Omaha to plead not guilty to charges of false imprisonment. Indianapolis men imported to take striking machinists’ places filed the charges. He was released on bonds with a hearing set for September 3.
Cleveland August 27 Chief Clerk Murphy of the Brotherhood of Trainmen denies a Milwaukee report that members will strike next month for a 20 percent wage increase. He says the men have no grievance.
George P. Cronk, grand exalted ruler of the Elks, reports from Meadville that every dollar of the organization’s money is intact. He says funds are deposited in the Bank of Meadville and in New York drafts and notes he cannot speak on certain details yet. He mentions he balanced the books and ensured the money is in proper hands.
Seattle Washington August 27 Machinery taken to Nome recently is expected to revolutionize pros pecting and mining along the Bering Sea coast. Pros pecting in winter and summer methods are replaced by rapid evaluation of ground value at low cost. Mining experts estimate that using the machinery three seasons ago would have boosted annual output beyond 25 million dollars.
De Angeles Aug 27 The prohibition party of California opens its state convention in Los Angeles with strong delegate attendance especially from the south. Candidates will be named for state offices to be filled at the upcoming election and plans formed for a vigorous campaign.
Bold cavalry veterans organize a reunion in California Pennsylvania. The Ring organization, a Union veteran group from West Virginia, plans to unite with McNeill Confederate veterans at the gathering, reflecting Civil War era ties.
An election riot on the eastern coast town Hu Amacao in Porto Rico last night left three dead and many seriously wounded. The violence persisted until midnight as authorities struggled to restore order on the island of San Juan.
Pardee wins the California gubernatorial nomination on the sixth ballot at the state convention amid a contested race. Gage and Flint lead early rounds as Hayes and Edson fade, the result later declared unanimous on motion. In New York City a double murder tied to a suspected love affair leaves two dead. Arthur Campbell and Chris Gang identified as victims amid a fatal shootout.
The steamer Nordsen of the Dominion line carried 1179 cattle and 1398 sheep on its voyage from Portland on August 27, the biggest cattle shipment ever moved from the New World to the Old.
T. H. Reynolds, manager of the Western Union Telegraph Company in San Francisco, committed suicide in his office today during a moment of temporary aberration by shooting himself.
The National Association of Referees in Bankruptcy opened its annual convention in Milwaukee on August 27 with reports from officers and the legislative committee. Judge Seawan of Sheboygan and Edwin A. Kranthoff of Kansas City spoke. Afternoon talks covered duties of referees and administration expenses in state and federal systems. Election of officers is set for tomorrow.
Pequot Point Conn August 27 forts Narragansett and New London districts and outlying stations are on a war footing as the army and navy prepare for a naval battle under Admiral Higginson. The game begins midnight Friday with the army in position and secrecy tight. A $40,000 signal and telephone system links forts.
Washington reports from General MacArthur say shore defenses at Long Island Sound Newport New London and Narragansett are in excellent condition in anticipation of maneuvers. If war threatened and the USA cooperated these fortifications would be impregnable to combined naval forces.
Reno crowds watched as the Democratic and Silver State conventions merged this morning to form a joint ticket. John Sparks of Washoe was chosen for governor and C D Vanduzen for Congress, uniting factions under one slate.
A cyclone swept over Felanotche Province in Majorca this morning causing heavy damage to the 6000 population town. The number of victims is not yet known. Local authorities assess the disaster and organize aid.
East Liverpool August 27 One of the largest weddings in this region united Miss Alma Marshall daughter of Mr and Mrs E D Marshall East Liverpool and Harold T Knowles junior member of the Knowles Taylor Knowles Company pottery makers with wealth estimated over a million Five special cars carried guests from New York City. The bridegroom resides in New York and the wedding included maid of honor Anna Lee and several bridesmaids While best man J D Thompson of New York and ushers from New York and East Liverpool attended A $50000 residence in East Liverpool was among wedding gifts from the bridegroom's mother Mrs lia Stafford of New York.
Louis L. Conway, a New York City cleaning department foreman, slept on a cliff at Isith Street and the speedway. He awoke, stretched, and fell 160 feet to the speedway, dying instantly. Witnesses on the cliff reported the accident, which occurred during an afternoon nap.
Chicago observers say the 1920 Western women's championship at Lake Forest features a strong field with most top players from prior years and several promising newcomers. The annual tournament at Onwentsia Club progresses through the week, promising gaiety and keen competition on the Lake Forest layout.
The California Republican convention denounces trusts and endorses restraining legislation to curb corporate power. The platform emphasizes anti monopoly action and seeks protective measures for workers and small businesses.
Winston Salem August 27. The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Evangelical Lutheran synod of North Carolina began its annual convention in the Lutheran church today. Sessions are well attended and will continue through the week.
Admiral Tilgeliasci's report on recent naval maneuvers was made public this morning. It recommends immediate establishment of wireless telegraph plants on all navy vessels.
At Limbe, 82 miles north of Port au Prince, pro government troops retook the town from Firminite forces from Artibonite after a fighting period from midnight until noon. Many casualties occurred and the town was burned.
President Roosevelt and his entourage departed Augusta this morning bound for Bangor. After breakfast he toured the town by motor and briefly visited the streets, continuing the Maine state tour with a rail and road itinerary to follow.
President Roosevelt arrived in Bangor Maine from Augusta to a large welcoming display by the city officials and visitors. He attended a reception, toured the Eastern Maine State Fair Grounds, and gave a brief address before continuing to Ellsworth to see Senator Hale and then proceed to The Weirs New Hampshire.
President's special train halted ten minutes in Waterville Maine where he urged applying everyday decency morality and common sense to governance. He argued permanent national improvement comes from raising individual citizenship standards nationwide.
The O. K. and N. Company allocated ten thousand dollars for advertising Hot Lake in the Eastern states, as reported by La Grande Observer. The move signals a broad promotional push to attract visitors and boost regional awareness of the resort.
In Walla Walla Bradshaw, once a Pasco yards switchman, was arrested last night as a suspect in the Pasco killing and robbery of Peter Johnson. Sheriff Rees found him after a tip, he surrendered, and disguises were noted. One robber remains at large amid ongoing investigations.
I L Ray & Co reports a quiet wheat day with small fluctuations across exchanges. December futures edged around 72 to 73 cents, with prices at Liverpool and Chicago showing marginal gains amid better European weather affecting cables. Other notes include onion and steel snippets and a minor market pause.
A race at Budapest on August 27 ended in a collision between a Hungarian jockey and an American rider. The American was injured and the crowd grew enraged, with authorities barely restraining an attempt to lynch the American rider.
President Horace G Burt of the Union Pacific was placed under arrest on ten warrants charging false imprisonment, with bonds set at 1000 dollars for tomorrow’s court appearance. W Arnett, Indianapolis labor agent, and Lewis Lord led the party that swore out the warrants. The men, employed to work in Denver shops, were confined in a railway car near Connell Bluffs without escape, then released at Omaha shop yards.
Washington Aug 27 General Miles will return from the Philippines by the eastern route. The trip will give him a chance to visit Europe. He is expected to be accorded marked honors wherever he may stop as he is regarded as a great soldier by foreign powers.
Laredo Texas August 27 Democratic party delegates from the district convened. No contests were reported with Garner likely the congressional nominee and Willacy of San Patricio county named as state senator.
Pearson a Freewater real estate man sues Edward Byrnes to compel release of a 300 mortgage on property tied to Pearson clause. The suit seeks to clear the lien and secure proper title transfer for the ton property.
Peter Nelson a 60 year old Swede and recent stranger in the area died in a Walla Walla hospital after being robbed and shot in a box car near Pasco. He had traveled from Everett to harvest, left Sunday night, and died after nearly 36 hours of agony. He left behind a wife and child in Everett. Maud Freese of Spokane, a Spokane school teacher, died after an appendicitis operation in Walla Walla. She was 24, teaching in Spokane, and left siblings and parents. Funeral plans and city cemetery interment were announced. Her father, C J Freese, is a special representative of the Spokesman Review.
Mrs H A Blackman was injured by a loaded 38 revolver she handled alone at home in South Palouse street. The bullet entered below the heart and, doctors fear, remains near the heart as she lies in Walla Walla hospital. Neighbors heard the shot. police note no one else was present. The accident prompted X-ray planning as recovery remains unlikely.
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