28 Dec 1909
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1909
Page
1
Telaya argues for execution of Cannon and Groce and defends Knox’s sentencing of Americans to death. He claims Knox sought his scalp and calls for resignation as American vice consul in Nicaragua. A dispatch notes letters sent abroad detailing conditions in the country.
Bluefields Nicaragua December 28 reporters say commissioners for Jose Madriz the new president and revolutionary leader General Estrada will meet Saturday to discuss terms of peace. A settlement of difficulties is believed near after the conference announcement.
Former President Zelaya says Knox’s stance was biased by reports from Managua and defends his treatment of Cannon and Grace as lawful under Nicaragua’s crises. He left the General Guerrero gunboat and heads to Mexico City, claiming Americans held property protections but faced no grounds for treaty infringement accusations. He blames Conservative forces and Consul Caldera for misinforming Washington and seeks privacy as a private citizen.
Pullman Wash Dec 2 This marks what may become a bitter railroad war as Hill and Harriman roads clash over the rich growth region between the main line of the R N through Colfax Endicott and Winona and the Stake River branch from Ripara to Lewiston Idaho.
The speaker asserts that false reports to Washington influenced an official to adopt an attitude toward them that should be disapproved by fair-minded people, referencing a note from Secretary Knox and expressing firm belief in the adverse impact of those reports.
Accompanied by former political allies and traveling in a palatial private car, Zelaya and his party moved through Santa Lucrecia today en route to Mexico City. They met American consul C. L. Livingston at Salina Cruz before departure. no discussion of Nicaragua’s embroilment occurred.
Mexico City on December 24 reports that government officials arrange a cordial reception for President Zelaya of Nicaragua who is to arrive tomorrow. Minister Castro confirms the city will host the honor reception.
In Denver on December 28 Mrs. Evtrnest Kupp, 26, was found dead in the Platte River, skull crushed and clothing torn. Her husband, a Burlington Railroad worker, returned to find five children alone after she reportedly fled home fearing prowlers. A revolver shot was heard as a Negro tried to force entry, and the family describes a violent struggle to protect the household. The case follows a string of racial tensions and labor disputes across the region, prompting police and officials to review threats and public safety.
Four small boys braved heavy snow on Long Island to attend a Mineola court session about the Brokaw case, preferring gossip about the wealthy couple to sledding. Mrs Brokaw arrived later escorted by her father and sister as husband Brokaw admitted he loved her less than before and hinted at conditions for reconciliation.
Deputies pursued a diamond peddler after reports of a theft ring. Bert Wilcots and officers traced the suspect to a home, later detaining him on suspicion of dealing stolen diamonds. Information led to a broader inquiry into recent diamond purchases in nearby towns.
Perham reports no settlement in sight as railroads refuse any compromise. Disputing parties cannot agree on terms while all switchmen may be kept off duty. Strikers demand immediate reemployment for all workers, with President Taft possibly asked to intervene.
Minneapolis December 28 President Perham of the Railway department of the American Federation is traveling to Washington to secure federal aid for settlement of the switchmen strike that has disrupted freight traffic in the Northwest for weeks He plans a personal appeal to Taft and will present the strikers case to the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Philadelphia reports confusion over a political event and a traffic manager role with unclear names and details. The fragment notes a transfer or removal to Salem and mentions an effort to move during an ongoing disruption, implying an incident connected to a local office or tribunal.
The schooner Minnie B. Caine arrived at Hoquiam Washington with 97 days at sea from China en route to Bellingham. The crew faced extreme famine leaving only flour and beans. Captain Oleson was dying from heart trouble. The ship battled a typhoon for 26 hours with sails torn and rigging damaged. Mate Kindrenson weakened to a shadow of his former self.
Jeffries, undefeated heavyweight champion, announced in Peoria that after three more weeks of vaudeville he will travel to Los Angeles to begin training for the Johnson bout. He claims better condition than Johnson and expresses indifference to California or Utah as the fight site. Theatrical manager Franco says a summer tour is booked, betting on Jeffries’ victory.
The United States demanded an immediate investigation into the incarceration of American conductor James A. Cook in Mexico City. State Department officials urged Mexican authorities to address the case, noting the note to the embassy was issued under union pressure and that U S rights are at stake.
Colliers Weekly will assert the Interior Department and its attorneys use trickery to defeat coal land suits in Alaska. It condemns a sham investigation led by a naive government rep Sheridan, while claiming seasoned officials manipulate hearings to shield losses.
DuBoise Pa Dec 28 Bodies of seven children aged two to twelve were recovered from the ruins of Steve E Bronaky home after a fire started by an overheated kitchen stove. A keg of powder exploded in the excitement, spreading flames to other parts of the house. Broworks his wife and a Marder were badly burned and may die.
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