20 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1904
Page
1
A garbled report notes investigations into land fraud schemes in Washington with references to witnesses and alleged confessions. It mentions figures such as McKinley and state officials, and indicates authorities are seeking certain individuals while guarding against further fraud.
Fragmented OCR paragraph outlines a major fraud probe tied to government figures. Names such as Hin Pinvee Maya, White, and others appear amid references to an investigation by detectives and a grand jury. The text hints at conspiracy, complicity, and impending testimony in Washington regarding land and trade issues.
United States deputy marshals continue the manhunt for Loomis and Ormaby, last seen in Portland and Eugene. Loomis stayed at the Imperial Hotel last Saturday while pursuing his bill, and Ormaby’s whereabouts remain uncertain as officials withhold details. Senator Mitchell and Congressman Hermann face scrutiny as grand jury evidence is prepared, with both lawmakers defending themselves amid claims of political persecution.
The Supreme Court affirms the principle that individuals cannot dispose of or use their property without due process and compensation. The Walla Walla Irrigation District case holds the district cannot regulate water use without purchasing rights or ensuring compensation to private water owners.
In Walla Walla on December 26, holiday trade is much larger than last year. All stores and markets are full of shoppers. Businesses stay open late to accommodate customers. Some people may cut prices to move stock and attract buyers.
Nan Patterson testifies under cross examination denying she killed or harmed Charles Young. She recounts meeting him in New York and the alleged trip to Europe while claiming Young feared his wife and that she never killed him. The court adjourns as jury to decide. other street bill distribution arrests noted.
A night wind toppled the walls of the Peck building, crushing the Crocker Hotel. Dozens died or were injured as flames spread. Names listed include William Brady, Joseph Villette, William Lillybade, Charles A. Clark, John Immerman, and James Ritchis among the dead. several Crocker family members and guests were among the injured. Rescue crews recovered bodies as fires burned in the ruins.
A jittery pre fight mood marks the San Prevelsco scene as Nelson, after a hearty breakfast, walks and nears weight, plans a 3 pm weigh in and brings about $150 to bet on himself. Britt trains, eats big, and the betting odds rise as weight remains the focus and a longer price is anticipated.
Gwinn was elected last night as the Oregon Woolgrowers Association delegate to the national forestry meeting in Washington D C January 206. He is secretary of the Oregon association. Delegates from the sheepmen were chosen at the Commercial Association room yesterday. The issues to be presented include driving sleep across the Di matilla Indian reservation and expanding grazing privileges on the forest reserve. The five delegates named were Willan Slusher K G Warner Antone Vey Dorgina Beltw and J B Owen.
The First National Bank at Owio Banks Pail and the Marine Bank at Conneaut Harbor shut their doors after bank runs tied to the Chadwick affair. Officials deny holding Chadwick papers, with total capitalization around 7,000. In Uruseels, Mrs Chadwick reportedly bought lace goods from the Deceuter company worth 1,000, unpaid to date.
A Virginia street car ran away down a steep grade and was wrecked this morning. All six aboard escaped death, but five were seriously injured including Motorman Inman and several passengers. The car struck a saloon corner, knocked it off, and crashed into a telephone pole.
A May 20 note records Chivago Grain and Chews showing varied activity with pooled returns around 270 percent and a 700 percent marker. The report mentions modest openings and closings including a 46 percent opening, a safe clone, and minor changes at Chote and 91 percent close.
The board requests about 19000 to liquidate a mortgage on fair grounds and cover water main debt, plus 10000 for preliminary care of a potential state fair next year. Opinion is divided but supporters call it a statewide advertisement of resources while critics see uncertain financial returns.
Washington reports show witnesses fading as polygamy ties surface in the Smoot inquiry. Testimony details duress to cede land, pressures from church councils, and loyalty pledges to doctrine over civil or church law. The proceedings recount endowments, excommunications, and the exodus of White Mountain adherents amid polygamy allegations.
A 19th century White Cloud incident recounts Frank Kunkel and local kinship with Jesse James and Ford brothers. A masked night visit, a gun scare, and a near robbery echo a tale of risk in small town commerce gone awry, with a witness describing a stranger money motive and a later shooting linked to the same gang.
Wednesday evening the ordinance of baptism will be administered. The good sermons continue to come forth. With Mr Neill staying, praise grows for the frank and earnest preaching. Strangers are especially invited to attend tonight.
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