30 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1916
Page
1
A UNIAR woman, Mrs Jackson, wandered all night in a raging blizzard six miles from Long Creek. Rescued next morning by a search party after her son alerted neighbors, she kept moving through the cold to avoid death, sustaining herself despite exhaustion.
In Chase British Columbia Dow 40 the bodies of James Chater and three children were incinerated when their home burned. The wife, injured seriously, says Chater while intoxicated upset the lamp and started the fire. The house was destroyed and there was no assistance.
In Dow a Pasadena area a man identified as J. Joseph was beaten unconscious by a group of ten in broad daylight. The assailants tied him and robbed him of the money and bonds in a nearby safe before escaping. Local authorities are investigating the Brazen daytime attack.
Wheat prices rise four cents with quotes for December May options and futures. Trading notes show open high low ranges and regional prices from Portland Liverpool and Manitoba ports. Strong gains reflect steady demand as markets report No 1 hard red spring and Manitoba blends up on the day.
President intends to press for immediate action on railroad regulation after meeting with Samuel Newlands chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington. The visit aims to assess chances for prompt regulatory measures.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Kal er het forwarding a message of sympathy to General Von Riding, governor of Belelum, who is seriously ill. The note expresses imperial satisfaction with Belem’s work and extends compliments.
The U S Department of Justice filed an antitrust action under the Newark statute against Lavell McConnell Manufacturing Company producers of Kluzon mito horns seeking enforcement of competition laws and remedies for alleged unlawful business practices.
Police trap two Spaniards Alfredo Medina and Baltemore Be trad a. Tuan acts as agency. Medina pleads guilty to bootlegging. partner convicted. Both fined 100 dollars. money posted to secure release. Informant Indian supplied source details, aided by marked five dollar bill. Federal charge possible. officer notes alcohol was mixed to fake whisky, leading to illicit shipments.
Amsterdam December 30 report Richard Stim, a member of a renowned power company family, has died in Vienna. Details are sparse as authorities confirm the death of a prominent figure tied to the industry.
Charles Wellington Furlong a founder and writer leads a group of explorers bound for the Congo. Prof Le Garnet has previous Congo experience and will depart first, followed by Mesere Forjeng Collins. Str Collins, a prominent hunter living in Philadelphia, joins the expedition amid travel plans and possible schedule conflicts.
An 18 year old boy from Britain, serving in the retreat from Mont, admits killing James Vincent and his wife at their Stonewall farm near Womlper. He claims Vincent offered work, and says Mrs Vincent was killed by accident during a struggle. He appeared in court and it was noted Vincent had previously received $160.
A man about thirty was found in a hotel room this morning with a gun in hand and a bullet in his head. The name appears as Dee Skattilr or similar in the report, with details unclear from the damaged text. The incident is being investigated by local authorities.
Three Cassia County officials conclude terms today as a new regime begins Tuesday. Clerk Frank Salvin retires after 124% years, to be replaced by R. T. Brown. Treasurer G. W. Bradley steps down with Grace Gilliam likely successor. District Attorney Frederick Steiner ends four years, replaced by R. J. Keator. Anderson becomes county commissioner, creating a three-man county court.
New York December 10 officers of the British steamer Chicago City report a narrow escape from a submarine while arriving from Bristol. They said fire was opened, a destroyer appeared, and the submarine surrendered as all was ready to lean the west.
Berlin dispatch reports the coronation of Emperor Karl of Hudapor on the eve of a Hungarian government crisis. Count Tea will place the crown while opposition to Premier Tiewa gains ground led by Counts Andrassay and Ap pony. Rumors place Count Zlehy as Tiexa's successor. the queen’s popularity looms large over Hungary.
England slowly accepts that the Allies must issue a formal reply to German propaganda aimed at neutral nations. Authorities gauge the impact of the message while preparing terms that could shape future diplomacy.
Paris drafts a note to neutral diplomats to answer German peace proposals and reaffirm Allied aims. London reports the note will detail terms for negotiation and outline necessary conditions for peace. Spain reportedly cannot support Wilson’s note. Denmark echoes support.
Washington officials say a break with Germany over submarine warfare could pressure Berlin to seek a better basis for peace. Spain’s protest is seen as backing Wilson’s neutrals policy as negotiations continue or risk a U S break leading toward war.
Report states General Hubert Levittey and his wife Tonghom in Morocco have become de facto military rulers of France. French politicians feared his influence in wartime decisions. He now wields greater authority than any other single official in allied government. He was recalled from Morocco and named to a five member war council that approved expansion of his powers.
Hempstead L I reports the fastest US air race from League Island Navy Yard to Philadelphia begun at ten AM with aviator Allen’s new device. Private Salmon of Coyle lands first at 1:37 PM, followed by T C Millman and five others. eight arrive by 1 PM, two forced to turn back due to motor trouble.
The metal trade workers strike in Portland grew significantly as Northwest Steel Company employees joined a marching group from the Willamette Iron and Steel works. About two thousand onlookers and related shipyard staff are expected to join, with no violence reported.
Paul Mamma returned from Portland with medical treatment after an attack. X rays show a fractured skull, with Portland doctors noting a definite injury. Paul’s mental state has varied since September 1915 while working for the government, with photographers and a doctor’s opinion pointing to a head injury.
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