03 Feb 1911
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1911
Page
1
A general Oromo warns federal forces that harm to a brother will be answered with violence. He pledges retaliation and predicts a new attack on the city expected this afternoon. The statement heightens tensions along the American line.
Huachuen Aris Feb 3 substantial business interests along the line in the war zone believe the overthrow of the Diaz government by revolutionists is inevitable. Private advices report arms and ammunition and 4000 men have slipped into Mexico in the last three weeks in the vicinity. Juana Mex Feb 3 panic-stricken town learns 100 armed Mexican rebels are en route to attack. Court martial law in effect. government troops await insurgents.
El Paso reports heavy firing toward Juarez and across the Rio Grande as federalist defenses brace for a likely afternoon assault. Noncombatants have fled Juarez while authorities hold captive the brother of revolutionary General Orozco on treason charges and Orozco vows revenge if his brother is harmed.
Reinforced by about 90 recruits, the Mexican revolutionary force that captured Mexicans awaits the Juarez outcome. If Juarez falls, insurgents at Mexicali plan to advance on Ensenada in southern California.
Washington Feb 3 revolutionary agents reported no cipher dispatch from rebel leader Madero predicting Juarez capture today. He claimed the event would overthrow Ding and force officials to reveal the true situation as people rally to the revolutionary standard.
Paris report records a biplane speed mark as M. Fay completed 40 miles in 92 minutes during a competition for the Norm League prize. The feat highlights advancing aviation speed as observers note the improving capability of early aircraft.
Victoria British Columbia February 3 reports say the Norwegian steamer Titania ran aground on a small island near San Juanes. The coal laden vessel faces rising danger as the tide falls and may be a total loss unless aid arrives.
New York report of a 9 year old boy Joseph Briton naming 11 year old Marian riddle and 7 year old Thomas Ken ney as companions in a fatal shooting amid a revolver found in a vacant lot. The girl, held at a detention home, denies the charge. Kennedy died from a forehead shot. Briton was wounded in the body.
San Francisco police say dynamiters of the Los Angeles timer will soon be arrested with Chief Seymour confident after finding explosives at the ferry building tied to Brice. He notes the suspects are believed near the coast and vows further action despite Brice’s traced movements.
Six major New Orleans exchanges and commercial bodies urged acceptance of the House's will and support for a San Francisco exposition, signaling no Senate effort to overturn and making San Francisco the likely unanimous choice.
Washington D C Feb 3 Following an executive session the senate committee today postponed motion on the Panama exposition question until Wednesday.
Salem February report says a house committee initiated action to impeach Halley the Oregon dairy commissioner. Telegrams were sent for him and deputies to appear in Salem tomorrow amid graft accusations. Merchants statewide press for Buchanan forest protection bill carrying a $100000 appropriation.
In Salem on February 3 the Oregon Senate debated rival purchasing board bills. Bowerman backs a plan with five experts, concealed bids, a state commissary officer, and a Salem commissary building to store and distribute supplies to institutions. Government allies West and Kay back the administration bill.
Consul Church Howe reports that December 1910 involved 1 979 781 dollars worth of British goods through Manchester for the United States, exceeding December 1909 by 97 000 dollars.
A disastrous day in Pendleton saw three fires within hours. A three year old boy Emmet Baden died in a blaze at a rooming house on Bluff street. Firefighting efforts failed to save him as neighbors and volunteers mourned the tragedy amid shocked crowds.
In Washington on February 3 the state department announced an 18 000 contribution to the American Central General at Shanghai, bringing the Christian fund for Chinese sufferers to thirty thousand dollars. The American Red Cross aid was noted as ongoing.
Danville Feb 8 reports say the records of the grand jury investigating alleged corruption in Vermillion county have been stolen. A number of witnesses are being recalled with no reason given. It is believed a politician facing exposure inspired the theft.
Washington February 3. Congressional observers believe the Canadian reciprocity treaty will survive in the house only if the democrats rally. Democrats have called caucus for Monday to line up the minority and indications show strong support.
Arch bishop Ryan's condition is slightly improved today in Philadelphia. Doctors say there is no hope for recovery, but the latest bulletin notes a small improvement amid ongoing concerns.
Athans New York February 3 voting for senator was postponed due to no quorum. No further election actions announced.
Good roads advocates in Portland push for support of road bills before the legislature. A special Commercial Association meeting is planned with expected attendance by Senator Burgess and other Umatilla delegates to align on recommendations for the Umatilla delegation.
Paris reports Edward James editor of the Liberator discusses the case of Edward Myline charged with slander over King George V. James says if the king had stood by the marriage the matter might have ended with an apology, while Myllus refused to provide proof the marriage occurred, claiming the trial was illegal.
Washington February 3 Aero plane manufacturers plan to bid for twelve machines for the signal corps as recommended by Brigadier General James Allen. The government will likely purchase these aircraft and establish aerodromes in southern California Fort Leavenworth and College Park Maryland.
Tacoma February 3 recall petition against Mayor Fawcett gains signatures from sports figures after city commissioners blocked the Lester Martin fight amid church voter pressure. Fawcett says he expects to defeat any opponent in the upcoming election.
Charley Mitchell, a former Pendleton resident and Hillsboroan, was killed today in a railroad accident near Hillsboro. News reached Pendleton via his brother Frank Mitchell, now a resident here, who helped by the Pendleton Drug store firm. Mitchell had worked for the Electric Hecht company in Pendleton for two years and is survived by a wife.
Jersey City February 3. Arthur Hamilton Central railroad freight agent and Captain James Healing owner of the Hichter were arrested charged with manslaughter in connection with the dynamite explosion. Warrants issued for six others. Hamilton and Healing arraigned and released on bail after pleading not guilty.
Florence, Italy, Feb 8 report that the missing Dorothy Arnold is with her mother in Florence. They are said to live in a villa just outside the city with two women, all heavily veiled in public.
Sacramento Calif Feb The California Bear republic flag was made the official flag of California today when Governor Johnson signed the bill.
Hinckley Arnold, brother of missing heiress Dorothy Arnold, reached Philadelphia with detectives to pursue leads that she may be in Florence with her mother. He cautioned that reports of her entering an automobile and heading toward the city suggest she may be hiding or held against her will.
Robert FE Twohy of Twohy Bros left for Barnhart this morning to supervise the moving of the camps from that location.
Railroad officials announce spring colonist rates effective March 10 to April 10 with one way fares from Omaha and Midwest cities. Rates from Omaha 25 dollars, Chicago 33, St. Louis 31.50, plus schedule tweaks for Pendleton Umatilla motor car to ease delays. Escort for Canadians returns from California noting Alberta moisture and better crop prospects.
Benjamin Miller an 11 year old in Denver jail for robbing the Gardiner Colorado post office writes to President Taft. He says he knew it was wrong and admits stealing 14 dollars and two stamp packages. He explains his poverty and says he won’t do it again after reading Jesse James stories.
Washington Feb 3 a one mile long landslide began in the Culebra Cut at the Panama Canal. The slide has covered a 35 foot bank over the towpath but has not yet damaged the railroad through the cut.
Albert Weldon who attempted to rob Sir Thomas Lipton of 6000 was ruled insane today and transferred from jail to an infirmary. He is unlikely to be tried for demanding money under a death threat.
Washington New York Feb 3 Senator Root declared in the senate that Lorimer was elected and holds his seat by bribery and urged his expulsion saying no reasonable man could doubt the charge in the public speech today demanding action against Lorimer.
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