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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1901
Page
5
The bulletin lists buyers and shops like Petters, Bask, and Bi ter, with promotions from James RP and Wade, plus assorted goods from groceries to wines. It notes sales at Dutton and Koopman, mentions the Burgomaster Christmas candy stand, a sale of cattle by Robet Moore, and a court case involving a Christmas charge.
Attorneys G W Phelpa of Hery ner and W H Dobns of Jone attend a creditor meeting for Charles W Snerm the insolvent druggist of Heryner before Judge Fits Gerard to appoint a trustee but agreement failed. Car ter & Haley represent the creditor and Phebe and Dobyns represent the insolvent.
Astoria December 27 Captain Chile Abues master of the tug George R Vosburg was arrested by a U S marshal charged with criminal negligence and misconduct causing the death of J W Cole cook on the barge Wheerr abandoned off the coast by the Vosburg on November 28 and wrecked later.
Grain buyer L G Atherton, a Dayton leader, reports on the O R N extension from Dayton to Covello, the Turner's ranch terminus, and a proposed tapping of the Palmeroy branch. Citizens protest Turner's terminus while fearing limited town growth, yet Atherton doubts long-term impact and predicts no new town will rival Dayton.
A December storm severely damages Puget Sound shipping and coastlines. Vessels ashore include Minn 4 Veins of Smith Island Partard Trininland and Santa Clara Discovery blind. Several ships wrecked and the coaster Shimano Maru, in flames, returns to Seattle to ride out the flood.
Ocala Florida December 27 Delegates and visitors arrive for the annual convention of the Florida State Teachers Association to be held for three days. Superintendent J M Greenwood of Kansas City, former president of the National Educational Association, will deliver the principal address. An excellent program of speeches and activities is planned.
Report from Washington describes the condition of a victim two weeks after a mysterious assault. The patient shows great improvement and doctors now believe recovery is near. She refuses to provide information and will not be questioned further until fully recovered.
The North Carolina Association of Academiien began its annual meeting today with a large representative attendance. An interesting session is expected, presided over by Sheep, principal of the Atlante Collegiate Institute.
Elizabeth City N C reports new details in the murder case of James H Wilcox. The body of Nell Cropany daughter of a wealthy planter was found in the river today after she allegedly drowned herself following a quarrel with Wilcox. Authorities say Wilcox is to be indicted for murder.
Washington dispatch reports an intimate friend of General Miles denies claims he will run in 1904. The rumor mill has circulated the possibility, but the associate states Miles has no such intention.
The French bark Henriette towing lumber to Europe dragged anchors last evening, ran onto a rock ledge at low tide, then settled deeper before refloating at high tide. The vessel danger momentarily persisted but the crew reported no injuries and the ship was saved.
Washington on December 27 reports the third in a series of notable dinners hosted this month by the Secretary of the Interior and Mr Hitchcock. Tonight's event honors Ming Alice Roosevelt, the president's daughter, with a formal reception and supper.
Kid Murray known in Northwest police circles was fined 15 in police court for filmfamming people out of small sums in Garden City Walla Walla on December 27. He traveled from Spokane for Christmas and duped several residents by posing as a benefactor with a delivery package then asked for a loan. He also swindled prominent men by claiming he came from Pendleton at their friends’ request. His expenses were his aim. the police captured him.
Alonzo Scott, 27, a Beulow Hardware salesman from Walla Walla, disappears leaving wife and newborn baby. His movements the previous month included a late evening visit downtown and a trip from Spokane. Wife seeks clues to his sudden departure and whereabouts.
Delegates from the American Historical Association and the American Economic Association gather in Washington for their annual meetings. Notable figures include Professor Michard T. Ely and Charles Franch Adam, who will address sessions. Two joint series are arranged with events in the evening and sessions throughout the upcoming days.
The Pacific coast branch of the American Philological Association opened its annual meeting at the Mark Heyy Kine Institute of Art in Hervheley California. Papers and discussions are planned over two days with numerous editors and others contributing.
The seventh annual Peoria Fanciers' Association exhibition opened today in Peoria and runs until next Wednesday. The event features a large display of exhibits with pigeons highlighted as a notable feature.
Newport News Va December reports indicate preparations are complete for tomorrow's launching of the battleship Missouri. Indications point to a record crowd and a significant turnout to witness the historic event.
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