19 Dec 1906
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1906
Page
1
In Bakersfield a miner inches toward release after days trapped under a cave in. Fire crews report cautious progress as the trapped man regains nerve, talks through a pipe, and expresses simple desires while rescue teams endure mounting strain and citywide suspense.
In Los Angeles on December 10, a severe vegetable and fruit shortage imperils supply due to fuel scarcities. The city faces rationing and limited availability of fresh produce for retail sale amid reduced production and transportation capacity.
The steamer Pennyvania, five days overdue from Valdes, is unreported at 10 the morning with between 200 and 300 passengers aboard.
Deitte reported the Ameka Packers' mesocl ation tae boon absorded by the Pacific and American Fisherin, the two largest Deh poking organizations on the roast.
A disorder occurred at a Washington area shop on Tremont and Bloomfield Streets involving Horton and several women. The incident began inside Eldridge and Pedbolys Furniture, with unclear details and consequences pending further report.
Paris court rules that Madame formerly Connie le Cheteliatie is held not liable for most of her husband’s debts. only a partial liability remains in a specific provcommend case. London reports extradition for Prof Karl Wall of George Washington University to Germany is granted for murder of his mother in law, with Baden region incident in November.
The father of BE and Wright, head of the Scripps-Mmc Rae press operation, died last night in Cleveland. Funeral arrangements set for Thursday afternoon.
Chicago Wheat Market on December nineteenth shows open and close bids with Wheat at 7.42 and Corn and Oats near 4.21 and 9.44 respectively, reflecting steady early trading in Chicago.
New York December 19 Plehon McCabe known as the fighting bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church died at 6 20 this morning. He left the ministry to join an Ohio regiment during the Civil War was wounded and imprisoned at Libby prison escaped resumed preaching after the war and was later ousted from the policy holders committee last summer for supporting the administration trustees’ re election of the high insurance companies
The Carnelian Government announces a formal transfer of control from the Hellen government to a colonial authority. The change hands the defense and machinery of the docks and yard operations while preserving official procedures for management, repairs, and emergencies. The docks yards cover about 100 acres with multiple buildings and wharves under the new administration.
Marseville Cal Dec 16 Fire Chief Bradley who was injured in Monday explosion has a slim chance to survive The other victims are in critical condition and expected to recover in time
New York December 19. Not guilty pleas entered in the Sherman trust case involving McAttirrows Forbes and J S Youngs of Baltimore. Defendants deny restraint of trade and price fixing in a secret agreement dividing the turkey paste trade for plug tobacco. Prosecution cites anticipated indictments for controlling output.
Chicago broker Hoch is charged in a warrant with failing to account for 49000 worth of Copper Mining Company proceeds. The defendant, tied to sales of 105000 wearable goods, was entrusted with asset disposal by Howton president Frederck A. Cotlins.
Across districts and logging camps, thousands of large limbs are lopped off and left to rot or burn. The trimmed limbs are then processed into pole fuel, a cheap source to heat the community as fuel shortages persist.
New York and Minneapolis reports confirm a sharp money squeeze driving a broad market decline. Vanderbilts and Morgans announce that all funded debt payments due January 1 must be paid at once, while Great Northern Northern Pacific and St Paul shares slump as pool operators unload causing widespread trader losses and margin calls.
Washington dispatch reports Senator Honoreth urging expansion of the commerce commission to order car movement during shortages. He says current laws fail to remedy car scarcity, which causes suffering and deaths in remote areas. He notes railroads focus on hotels rather than managing freight cars and suggests empowered authority could ease export delays and avoid costly storage redelivery.
Labor leaders in Portland advocate a general strike to aid workers amid war effort disruptions. The Peterned Trades group plans a concerted action tonight as reports say shipments face delays and workers are urged to halt normal duties to press for demands.
In Tonopah on December 19 cooks and waiters walk out, shutting all restaurants and affecting several private hotels. Restaurant keepers vow to resist. A miners strike at Goldfield is planned for tomorrow with a 24 hour deadline and demands of 4 to 5 dollars per day.
Tacoma December 19 Judge Thompson father of Chester Thompson testifies on inherited insanity in the family as experts and witnesses assess mental condition. The defendant faces murder charges in the Emory case with further testimony anticipated.
Great Mutual Project in Los Angeles on December 19 aims to form a mutual fire insurance company for southern California grocers. They would withdraw millions of dollars in insurance from existing firms to escape higher coast rates post San Francisco disaster. Rural residents favor state insurance after the disaster.
Vancouver reports plan by Mr Bell of a bridge linking Vancouver to the mainland. Estimated cost about 35 000 000 dollars. Seven spans of roughly 1 21 feet proposed via Seymour Narrows and Valdes Islands. Tidal depths and rocky island shores complicate railway laying. Tunnels needed and the bridge would sit 150 feet above sea level. Consensus favors construction.
Pendleton area schools announce Christmas vacations. Public schools will close for 10 days, resuming January 2. Pendleton academy also posts a 10 day break with returns Jan 2. St Joseph's academy grants two weeks off, resuming after New Year’s. Pendleton business college takes one week off.
A 19th century plea cites 1,000 men needed for rail and construction across Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Contractors seek unskilled to skilled workers as demand soars with a record year ahead. Wages rise from 2.50 to 2.75 for ten to nine hour days as labor markets tighten.
County clerk directed an expedited search for papers borrowed from the office by a wartime leader. An express wagon roamed the town gathering documents, and many were recovered. Peremptory orders now require court-issued returns within six days.
A hostile appeal filed by J M Long, deputy clerk, challenges a Lewiston court ruling in favor of Pratt against Northern Pacific Express company. Evidence showed a portion of money stolen in a November 22 robbery reached a supposed destination, but the jury awarded 729 dollars and the court upheld it, prompting the defendant’s appeal.
Stockholm Sweden Dec 19 The King is steadily recovering from illness and shows signs of improvement as officials report progress. Medical staff continue daily assessments and monitor vital signs. The royal household releases cautious statements on his condition.
City council moves toward possible removal of Councilman J T Hinkle amid disclosures of official misconduct. A star chamber session last week saw a petition asking his resignation signed by all members except Hinkle, who refused to quit but withdrew as levee committee chair.
Baker County claimants led by Bile Herbert and Underwond report a record placer gold strike in Pine Valley. The Baker City Herald notes the on site witnesses confirm a remarkable gold yield in a single day, with the rich surface ground near Auburn not matching the payout.
A local inventor, Gordon of Lewiston, claims a revolutionary propeller for city vessels. He reports successful tests on Puget Sound and says Lewis firms will market the device, promising substantial royalties from sales begun after manufacture begins.
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