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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1910
Page
1
Business and professional figures in Pendleton voiced both praise and critique of the newly adopted liquor ordinance. While many commend the council and mayor for a thorough measure, others call some provisions too harsh or unfair to licensees, especially bond requirements and bar-restaurant licensing.
Constantinople Dec 9 A hundred Christians and Turkish garrison at Kersh in Syria were massacred by Bedouins according to telegrams received today from Joulasm. Kerak reportedly in Bedouin hands, fighting continues over Bedouin executions.
华盛顿消息指出外交部将进行多项人事调整 其中包括将大使奥布莱恩从东京调往欧洲 传闻称前副总统费尔班克斯可能接替他 岩石山社W W Rockhill 也将出任新职务
Yuusff Mahmout, the Bulgarian wrestler, claims the heavyweight catch-as-catch-can world title through his managers after Frank Gotch announces retirement from the mat.
A man seeking peace messenger status for insurgents tried to assassinate President Cavilla in Tegucigalpa. Guards disarmed him before he acted as Martin law was declared and jails fill with rebels. U.S. cruiser Tacoma expected to arrive at Puerto Cortez to protect American interests.
At the University of Washington on December 9 Professor Edward Mc Mahon told the American History class that a person who does not read newspapers cannot be a good citizen. He said he wished he could flunk every student who skipped the papers, calling them intellectual corpses. His ire rose as the class knew little about UK elections.
In outskirts of Paris last night a torchlit duel occurred between actor M. Raucourt and drama critic M. Champagne. The actor wounded the critic, who is reported in desperate condition. police have the case.
Zanesville Ohio December 9 Mrs Howard Chandler Christy wife of the artist is expected here next week to spend Christmas with her husband's daughter It is rumored that a reconciliation between the estranged couple has occurred They have been separated two years It is understood the daughter brought them together again
Port Townsend Washington December 9 The lumber laden schooner Manila from Everett bound for Honolulu went aground at Noodle Point Wednesday night and held fast until daylight A tug offered relief but the master deemed the price too high The vessel suffered no damage The item also notes Don Carlos willed to his son the role of pretender to the Spanish throne with a wry remark about Spanish pesos
Governor-elect Johnson declares California will adopt the initiative referendum and recall to empower individuals over corporations. He pledges not to pass confiscatory laws, aims for robust public service controls, and says large property owners will be protected as states follow the people’s rule. He also notes securing insurgent congressmen to back San Francisco’s 1915 fair.
Vincennes Ind Dec 9 Menlo Moore theatrical manager was acquitted of the charge of murdering millionaire Charles Gideon. The defense centered on the unwritten law with Moore’s wife testifying to her husband’s alleged words about entering a barn with another woman, and the fatal shooting occurred at the depot where Gideon was buying a ticket.
Mrs. Caroline Martin is deemed sane and must stand trial for the murder of her daughter Mrs. Ocle Snead. The earlier insanity plea halted proceedings in 1999. Snead's nude body was found in the bathtub of their East Orange home amid allegations the motive was a life insurance payout of 230000 dollars.
Berlin December 9 Dr Emmanuel Lasker of New York yesterday retained the world chess title by defeating challenger D Janowskile of Paris eight games to none with three draws.
Walter Hulbert died from injuries after falling beneath a moving train while jumping from a car in Pasco on Saturday night. He suffered double foot injuries and died yesterday following surgery.
In Los Angeles on December 9 eight female Fine Arts students at the University of Southern California fled into the street in nightgowns as a fire ravaged a college building next to the dormitory. Losses totaled 21000 with 29 college paintings destroyed. Dean Judson jumped from his second story apartment but escaped unharmed, losing 21 paintings valued at 6000. Matron Mrs Alfa Anderson woke the students.
Chicago dispatch reports the Association of Life Insurance Presidents urged fair railroad freight rates to protect railroad securities held by twenty million policyholders. George Ide and Paul Morton backed restraint on rate hikes while seeking full justice from regulators. Discussions covered life expectancy, disease prevention, taxation of policyholders, and calls for stricter laws against wildcat insurers.
Cherbourg Dec 9 The second division of the United States Atlantic fleet sailed for Portland today. Admiral Klezel hosted the Americans with simulated torpedo boat attacks on the harbor. A dramatic moment saw the destroyer Escapette collide with torpedo boat 257 and a rescue of its crew witnessed by the Americans.
Tacoma mayor declares Royal Arch fund of about 70000 dollars seeks to defeat the anti treating ordinance passed by the city council. Saloonmen fear the measure will force many saloons to close once the law takes effect, as of December 9. A stray line notes a reflection on habit and change.
Boston December 9 a report states Mrs. Eddy’s will reveals followers she wished to succeed her but the Christian Science church will have no successor named. No probate date yet. Official word says the bulk of her estate, about a million and a half, goes to the church.
Lincoln Nebraska December report quotes The Com moner Bryan’s sheet criticizing Democrats for allying with Wall Street. He calls the promise of victory a sham, recalling 1892 tariffs and the Sherman act repeal achieved through patronage and coercion, leading to a Republican triumph in the following election.
Tacoma officials and citizens accepted a census recount showing 83,748 residents versus the initial 82,972. Protest committees, after reviewing Chief Statistician Hunt’s figures, conceded accuracy, though one councilman argued Tacoma could have shown 15 to 17 percent more if enumerated like other cities.
San Francisco December 9 rumors say Chief Immigration Inspector Keefe back from Hawaii may trigger the biggest shakeup. Reports allege chiefs smuggle contraband to Honolulu in sailing vessels and resmuggle into the United States via Pacific mail boats when they call at Honolulu. Government agents have probed the smuggling for months.
Vancouver Washington reports extremely dry weather blamed for infantile paralysis cases observed by County Health Officer R G Black. Eleven people affected this season, with all but one showing recovery or near recovery. The latest victim is the daughter of J L Davis near Woodland paralyzed below the waist.
Salem Oregon December 9 Governor Benson reported taking a railroad trip to Shasta California where his condition allows continuation to San Francisco without delay.
The Commercial Tribune reports Governor Dix seeks the active consent of all New York citizens in governing the state. He asserts the public should have greater say and promises inclusive participation.
Assessor Strain notes current mortgage taxation yields double taxation and burdens lenders locally while penalizing residents versus outsiders. Local bankers and officials including J. W. Maloney and T. G. Montgomery call for mortgage tax exemption to lower interest, keep capital at home, and ease county financing amid Oregon Tax Amendment Section la. Maloney plans to investigate the amendment’s scope with the attorney general.
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