Judge J A Fee Enters Arena Mayoralty Fight
Pendleton Oregon December 3 1909 J A Fee urges voters to avoid partisan cries in Pendleton mayoral race praising Mayor Murphy’s finance work and urging support for a cautious approach to city growth He defends the Byers mill and Northwestern Gas and Electric company and endorses competition and investment from Washington Oregon Traction company leaders FitzGerald and associates while condemning personal attacks and political partisanship.
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Pendleton
Oregon
East Oregonian
Ita
Anfe
Murphy
Olby
Miyor
Byers
Pondreton
Hotra
Giurpelen
Northwestern Gas and Electric Compouny
Jsve
Henry Mhyestor
Hower
Pondleton
Northwestern Gas and Electele Company
Ports
Seattle
Washington-Oregon Traction Company
Teese
Walla Walla
Northwest
FitzGerald
A. Fee
Dog Drags Body of Four Month Old Baby to Alley Steps
In Wilin Walla on December 4 a dog dragged the body of a baby about four months old to the steps of G. T. Stovall’s home after finding it in an alley behind the house. There is no clue to the baby’s identity.
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Wilin Walla
G. T.stovall
Stovall
Zelaya blamed for Americans' deaths in Delaware River incident
Reports from Bluefield dated December 3 describe the alleged execution and desecration of two Americans, Cannon and Grace, cut into pieces and burned under President Zelaya. Indications say fighting has continued for two days as revolutionary troops advance, with expectations of a victory for Adaga forces and other unrest unfolding.
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Bluefield
Nichtagan
Managud
Zelaya
Adaga
Prairie marines stranded as tug attempts lift
Wilmington Del Dec 3 The iron ship Prairie with seven hundred marines under Rear Admiral Kimball remains aground in the Delaware River en route from Philadelphia to Nicaragua. A fresh effort to float the vessel at high tide tonight will use a powerful tug to try to move it into the channel amid ongoing salvage work.
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Wilmington
Del
Prairie
Kimball
Central Minerlon
Delaware River
Wiffertsa
Nicaragua
Washington Eyes Plot to Back Zelaya Foe in Nicaragua
The report describes a planned cooperation by the United States to support a Zelayan rival for Nicaragua’s presidency, with Zeht va named as his ally. Central American diplomats fear a destabilizing move while the State Department signals cautious response and Nicaragua’s officials refuse to comment.
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Washington
Der
Zadlasniy Tew
Meili
Nietsmsiin
Toee
Mortriz
State Department
Lega- Hon
Zelaya detachment surrenders near Rama after siege
Dec 3 report from Binefield says Colonel Guada mu z, leading Zelaya troops, surrendered to General Matuty of Estrade's army near Rama. The Zelaya detachment held out until exhausted and without food for two days, unable to continue the fight.
Mottera Wheeler Store Destroyed by Fire in Walla Walla
Fire gutted the Motter-Wheeler department store in Walla Walla at 7:30 AM. The blaze caused an estimated loss of 150 900 dollars, with an office sign explosion blamed. About five percent of the stock was saved and some damage is insured.
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Walla Walla. Wash
Motter-Wheeler
Taft Aldrich in 1916 Ticket Talk Insurgent Front
Lincoln Neb Dec 2 The Commoner prints William Aryan speculating Taft endorsement of Aldrich as best ticket. He notes Aldrich's tour and pro press praise, argues New England should finally get a place, and questions 1916 senate aims and Cannon ally prospects.
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Taft
Ahioate Island
New Eng Land
Taft-Aldrich
Aldrich-Cannon
Lincoln
William J. Aryan
Commoner
Aldrich
Republic
Corporation
New England
Ulucket
Alimontae
Senate
Akirich
Aldelphnand
Lords Clash With Commons Over Finance Bill Irony in Debate
In London on December 2, the House of Commons passed a resolution by 349 to 134 denouncing the Lords for obstructing the finance bill. The majority supported Asquith’s claim of Commons supremacy over the Lords on national purse powers, warning of a historic constitutional struggle ahead.
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Loondon
House of Commons
Asquith
House of Lords
Wis & Wrench
Lords and Commons
House of of Commons
Mtalist
Hie Aellouw
Mr. Balfour
Diesel
Balfour
House of Dome Thoms
Torda
London
Lloyd George
National Liberal Club
Cannon To Retire as Speaker Before Term Ends
Washington Dec. 3 Speaker Cannon will retire from the speakership before his current term ends. Victor Murdock of Kansas, editor of the Kansas paper, cites internal party signs and predicts Republicans will use the move to shape primaries next June. The claim notes Cannon’s statement that he will not seek another term.
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Cannon
Washington
Victor Murdock
Kansas
Hogee Finder
Tie “Atsorgettt
Wurch
Murdock
Explosion at Camden Express Office Causes Fire and Loss
A tank explosion at the Southern Express office in Camden B C destroys the building and sparks a fire that sweeps half a city block. Loss estimated at $1900 plus property damage. one person reported killed. Senator Tom Carter is mentioned in connection with the incident.
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Camden
B.C. Dua
Southern Express
Hearing on Famous West End Water Suits Opens Monday
The circuit court resumes hearings in a long running water rights dispute involving the Allen Ditch Company and Henryetta Milling Company. Key issues center on river supply along the Umatilla and potential delays before adjudication, with multiple witnesses and a possible weeklong session for the first case.
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West End
Mieeniog
Etite
Owater Ier Lebiners
Bebo
Lowell & Winter
Hyante
Hiterness
Umatilla
Sensin
Allen Diteh
Compiny Virewe de Henricity Millitar Company
Hoenrictta Milling Company
Joseph Cathna
Parliament Prorogued and Liberal Budget Clash
London observers note Asquith and Lloyd George delivering forceful speeches as Parliament prorogues. King’s thanks mark a custom change while Labour and Liberal factions prepare for a nationwide campaign before the election.
Oakland lawyer guilty of embezzlement
Oakland Calif December 2 John and Delancey a leading Oakland attorney was found guilty of felony embezzlement by a jury after thirty minutes of deliberation The charge relates to the office of the public administrator withheld funds from estates while acting as counsel for the administrator
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Oakland
Calif
John & Delancey
Aleged Delanaey
FIGHTERS WRANGLE OVER BATTLE GROUND
Jeffries and Johnson clash over site for the championship bout in Hoboken New Jersey. Promoters Tex Rickard and Jack Gleason maneuver as parties favor California and Salt Lake City options. A secret session and lengthy delay mark the day as talks continue about who bears the finance and where the fight will be held.
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Hoboken
N. J
Jeffries
Johnson
Tex Rickard
Jack Gleason
Wrathio
Rick Kara
Gleason
Johnsen
Hich Wale
Burr
Ayo
Salt Lake City
Melton Sale Lake
Jeffriew
California
San Francisco
Transit Strike Looms Amid Assembly of Amalgamated Crew
Report from the region notes a planned rail strike affecting routes in the country tributary to Great Britain. An estimated 100 workers are idle as of today, with preparations continuing after yesterday's mobilization.
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Kutte
Bout
Dep
Jorge
Teltee
Stockett, Beit
Cele
Great
Pali
Treleht Transportia- Het
Oll
Steamer Kia Uemero Founders After Storm
London December 7 The steamer Kia Uemero foundered in the channel during a fierce storm after a long struggle with high seas. It is reported that a number of the crew were drowned with several bodies yet to be recovered. The vessel sent distress signals before disappearing. A rescue operation is underway as weather improves.
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London
Der
Chantel
Fire Causes Major Loss in South Sherp District
Baltimore report from December 3 notes a large fire in the South Sherp area, starting near a byline and a book, traced to the point of origin of the 1304 disaster. Estimated damage about $300,000 before containment.
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Baltimore
Sherp
Rurus Coping With Strike Strikers Clearing Seattle Freight
The article reports Seattle transport disruption as strikebreakers clear freight in and around the city while perishable goods are sent onward. Trains arrive at Spokane from east and west, and mail remains on time due to office worker activity.
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Tacoma
Seattle
Spokane
Strike may end today in Minneapolis report
Minneapolis December 3. It is reported by reliable authority that the switchmen strike will be ended within three hours. The report is verified by men who are in close touch with the situation.
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Minneapolis
Northwestern Pacific Officials Move to End Switchmen Strike
Tacoma date shows yardmaster's office men filling switchmen roles and moving engines and perishables. Freight office halts all freight intake with orders to receive none under any condition. Very little freight is arriving as the strike continues.
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Tacoma
Wash
Northern Pacific
Railroad yards bustle as crews clear perishable freight
In Sentie Washington on December 3 activity surged in local railroad yards. Between 2 and 2 3 strikebreakers were working to clean the tracks of perishable freight. The Northern Pacific had five crews busy this morning while three crews were operating in the Great Northern yards.
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Sentie
Wash
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Trains from Coast and East Arrive On Time to Spokane
Spokane reports fresh freight trains en route from the coast and the east are being assembled by yard officials. Northern Pacific and Great Northern routes deliver on schedule as cars arrive in Spokane.
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Spokane
Wash
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Strikebreakers fill Chicago rail yards in St Paul dispute
More than 400 imported Chicago strikebreakers are at work in St Paul rail yards. Officials say most strikers will be replaced by tomorrow and freight will resume. Strikers insist the strike is nearly broken and plan to pursue court action. Mayor Lawler leads strikers counsel and special police guard the facilities as authorities vow enforcement.
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St. Paul
Chicago
Lawler
cHrmipalen Fs
Cnlirend
Tha
Striking Withhmen in Duluth Attracts BRT Attention
Leo of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen announced to the group that their striking withhmen in Duluth has drawn attention from union leadership and calls for solidarity actions across rail operations.
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Chicugs
Leo
Brotherhood of
Thy
Diluth
Railroad officials warn coal shortage punishes rail service
Spokjine and Weer report the coal supply is running low and may force a 24 hour extension to passenger trains. The note cites ongoing switchmen’s strike as aggravating the disruption and pressing authorities to address fuel and staffing issues.
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Tse
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Balpour
Tom Carter
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Tie Dam
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