08 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1904
Page
1
Fragmented OCR describes a 19th or early 20th century case with Chadwick and related figures, mentioning a court appearance, bonds, and property actions. It references Mrs Ht Stearth Berimel and an attorney, with notes on allowances, debts, and possible real estate or trust proceedings amid a sentencing or filing context.
Telegrams from government officials praise Col A B Greene and Agent Petignd for gathering evidence in a major fraud investigation. Interior Secretary E A Hitchcock sends thanks for the success, noting the government’s satisfaction with the outcome and the diligence of the team.
The court overruled a motion for discharge of the defendant this morning. Defense seeks a bill of exceptions to the ruling as jury selection resumes. Proceedings detail separate trials and the ongoing preparation for the next steps in the case.
A dramatic Nome crime left Yen Murdition, a Horner, and a Georgia couple with two daughters dead in their home. The victims suffered multiple stab or blunt injuries, with the scene described through fragmented, unclear OCR text. Police pursued leads as rumors swirled about suspects and motives.
Dispatches report the Russian fleet at Port Arthur largely destroyed as Japanese forces press coastal bombardment. The battleship Poltava is sunk, the battleship Pobeda damaged, and the cruiser Bayan set ablaze. General Grippenberg has arrived to command the second Manchurian army at Moukden.
Whita Wan died in a Wallula hospital on December 8 after injuries from a fall from a moving train while riding a freight car near Wallula. He was 22 and formerly resided in Port Townsend. Separate court notes mention Weber’s case and a Beater Repton matter, with trial set for December 12 and a government brief filed in a Kanman matter.
Patterson jury selection began in New York this morning but no juror was seated yet. a later report states the panel was completed by 1 pm. In Louisiana, authorities investigated a corpse found floating in the Miletetops pond, with a pager found on a ship passenger bearing the name J. Anterton, suggesting homicide. Deputy Gabriel Lyyton, who recently slapped a former minister during a political event, was found hospitalized at his home and faced imminent trial on related charges.
A buyer and herder led by J. 4 Sucelon builds a large cattle feed operation in the city. Dr. Maorley notes about 00 head wintered for slaughter, with 00 others to be stored for market. Cattle thrive in cold dry weather. prospects for higher output and butter production rise.
Two new trains are expected to boost freight and passenger service by April 1 at the railroad yard, adding about 20 engine men and four train conductors. The expansion aims to handle spring tourist travel and prevent service delays.
The crop report shows corn yields around 2.46 billion bushels with higher quality than last year. Prices in the corn belt vary from 26 to 85 cents per bushel with futures expectations around 40 cents. Farmers are holding grain for future needs, not selling entire crops, amid a volatile market. The 1896 yield is estimated at 129.6 million more bushels than 1895.
The senate had a brief session focused on routine business and adjourned until tomorrow. The house took up ten appropriation bills under the commander of the whole, while preparations for the Beamen's convention include a morning agenda with resolutions to be presented at tomorrow's session.
An explosion in the south Prairie Company's Acre mine near Tacoma traps workers, kills at least twelve bodies recovered to date and 40 men were inside. Most laborers were German. Rescue teams search amid heavy debris as coroner schedules inquiry. The mine has been considered safe. Burnett 28 miles from Tacoma.
In St Louis Missouri on December day Mr Carre Fe Langdon pleaded guilty to forgery in circuit court. She received a six month sentence and was ordered to return home to California if she fails to comply. Judge Foster questioned Langdon's credibility as she forged checks on the estate of the late Hyttle Metni Travia amid questionable dates in the World’s Fair era.
Washington reports a conference between Representative Watson and the president. It is said a tariff revision cannot be prepared by spring, prompting talk of an extra session before October. London notes public interest as jewels and Queen’s gifts from Servin era are auctioned, including a bracelet gifted by Omar. Riker City records a water pipe burst at Standard Furniture, causing 20,000 in damage to high priced items.
Chirtes H Stack & Co. a grocery company, was placed into receivership today. Liabilities are estimated at 167000 dollars with an asset base around 100000 dollars. Chicago Grain, iougo and other entities are noted in the filing.
The Garden City era shows Pendleton merchants forcing a $160 guarantee for a train run via Walla Walla, unsettled trade with Umatilla county. Passenger totals from Adams Athena Weston Pendleton Freewater Milton reach seven cities, fares set by停, resulting in 34.5 dollars collected and a rebated deficit of 116.10 dollars after rebates by local merchants.
Suite Secretary of the Association will visit Pendleton after the new year to review prospects for a YMCA building here. H W Stone, Oregon state secretary of the MCOA, indicates a building costing between 4000 and 16000 dollars could be erected if all parties cooperate. Also notes Pendleton’s leadership is seen as best suited to advance Northwest YMCA aims. In Astoria, December 5, 26-year-old Kiner Stoboau reportedly fell backward from a ledge into water and drowned.
A chaotic morning on the New York Stock Exchange saw extreme volatility as Amalgamated led a broad downward wave. Stocks including United States Steel and Missouri Pacific fell sharply while investors watched a dramatic drop around the late trading hour amid warnings from analysts and a market-wide sell-off. another report notes a cabinet reshuffle due to policy disagreements.
Bjornson, marking his seventy second birthday, receives worldwide tributes. Despite age, he remains active in theater and writing, with a new script praised for vitality. His play a Risemmet will premiere at the National Theater soon, with plans for Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway to host future performances and a spring return to Norway.
A deed transferring all real property including power plants and 24 power line rights of way from Washington & Oregon Power Co to Northwestern Gas & Electrical Co was filed in Umatilla County. Isaac Anderson as president and Robert H. Allen as secretary signed for W O Power Co. transfer completed by Walla Walla on December. The article notes a modest $10 cited as consideration and values the property far higher. Also reported are the washing ashore bodies of Daniel McCuaker and his wife in Los Angeles by Redondo Beach. Both deaths ruled suicides. Additionally, Tulmeok County reports 11,000 cattle with fewer than 1,000 voters.
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