19 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1904
Page
1
A fragmentary 1905 style notice references McDonald and alleged marriages. It mentions President, investigations, and church authorities amid political and financial tensions. The garbled text alludes to an inquiry, court action, and possible accusations connected to marital ceremonies and public funds.
Baltimore reports the newly completed line from Chevy Run to Hun pod connects the Western Maryland and West Virginia Central, enabling a Wabash route to Tidewater. Two remaining track segments hinder full reach to Thitmore, with coal, lumber, and natural resources promising regional development. The Southern Pacific confirms Salt Lake operations now justify major expenditures and ongoing costs.
Britt and Nelson continue training as weigh‑in nears with light betting and reports of Nelson’s improved condition. Local chatter cites rumors of Nelson’s training progress and speculation on the outcome, while bettors contrast favorites. Chicago grain notes and Portland grand jury activity appear in brief local dispatches.
Reported fighting near Port Arthur and Sevastopol details a Japanese assault with multiple vessels targeted at fortifications. Seven guns captured, torpedo boats damaged, crews killed or wounded as the fleet pressed midnight attacks and the action continued with heavy losses on both sides.
La Grande Oregon reports the murder case against Al Ruwor charged with killing Chaarles Alaignith at Hien leet spring. Trial slated for the latter part of the week in La Grande. An altercation led to injuries. authorities claim Ruwor killed Heligarth in a subsequent event.
New York December 1 four men were killed and four seriously injured when Standard Oil Barge No. off New Jersey coast exploded, igniting about one million gallons of oil. The tug Standard rescued survivors Captain G F P Stoke, A Balt engineer L Brand fireman Rekthan among the unlisted crew. Cause of the blast is under inquiry.
Dr J Smith state senator and health head returned from Salem where he attended the health board meeting and a convent tion. He helped draft a resolution to enlarge the board powers and provide compensation for county health officers. Smith and Senators Kuykendall and McGinn chair a committee on the state school for defective youth and will present their project when the legislature convenes.
Major Charles Wilkins states in the East Oregonian that river Indians show worn teeth from a long soft diet while mountain Indians have eaten harder foods like deer and roots, producing long white teeth and a stronger, more aggressive bearing. He notes a stark contrast between the two groups in physical traits and character.
Grant County News reports the electric power plant at John Day now has all machinery set for operation by water or steam. The remaining hurdle is the conducting wires, which have been on the road from Portland for over a month.
Articles of incorporation for Pendleton Southern Railway Company filed with state and county officials. Incorporators include Charles J. Smith Charles H. Carter T. C. Taylor and James H. Ratey. Plan to build a line from Pendleton to Pilot Rock Ridge Bentley Blue Mountain coal lands and Heppner with capital stock 10000. Backers described as substantial locals ready to secure right of way.
The three day fair by the Women of the Christian Church cleared over 260 dollars. Most stock in booths sold with many items on backorder. Each night featured musical and literary programs and the hall was crowded despite a 40 cent admission to manage crowds.
In a December hearing before Referee Remington on the Chadwick bankruptcy, Emill Hoover and Frieda Swan discuss alleged transfers from the Holland House in New York to an unknown safe pine. Mrs Chadwick is said to have delivered a mysterious package to Hoover, with unspecified motives and unclear outcomes.
A December report from Denver and Davenport covers election fraud cases and penalties. Officials include former candidates Leon ard Rogers Willi Adan and TLaoule Hainburg fined and jailed, with City Detective Rogers's trial resuming. A separate appeal affirms a 100 dollar fine for State Senator W. H. Sullivan for soliciting votes on a pure food measure. Also noted are a boiler explosion on the Rock Island line killing Engineer Carl and Fireman Kinney.
The Senate today set dates for arguments in the cases of Menaga Hyde and Dimond, San Francisco land operators who fought removal to the District of Columbia for trial. Debaters argued over Round Valley Indian Reservation land in California with Livernaash advocating housing for 16 000 homeless Indians. Adjournments noted for Wednesday, while President reversed dismissal of Judge Benjamin Baker of New Mexico, who resigned after his action was reconsidered.
Residents along Booth Thompson Street organize a petition to the city council asking for a street light at the foot of the hill and a hydrant at the northeast corner of the public square for fire protection. The area lacks street lighting and has seen eight new houses in two years, with railroad crossing traffic at Thompson Street posing a danger. The community notes crowded box cars and hoboes nearby and mentions proposed bills to tax bachelors and curb treating.
Nan Patterson will testify about her relationship with Oliver Young and the events leading to the bookmaker’s death. She describes trips to California and New York, an May 4 hotel meeting, and a divorce obtained after a long separation as she recounts years of intimate relation with Young.
Charlen Edwarde was found dead in a blood pooled area at a lumberyard. Bartender Hugh Ryan had bloodied clothes and a towel near the scene. Suspects Edwarde's associates Frank McArdies PP J Murphy and Ryan were arrested but intoxicated, leaving the case unresolved.
Henry A Deforth of Spokane sues Hor Lake Sanitorium alleging neglect caused him to contract smallpox at Hot Lake in December 1903. He underwent toe operations, lost the toe, and claims inability to work until May 1904. He seeks 74000 plus costs and disbursements.
Aioux City dispatch reports a Great Northern Creight engine struck a misplaced switch at Hin ton today, fatally injuring engineeer Gilherton and fireman Handon plus stakeman Hale. The switch had been thrown by unknown person.
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