05 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1902
Page
1
A dispatch notes President Roosevelt reprimanding the Cuban governor after General Wood sent a letter to U.S. senators requesting tariff concessions for Cuba. The exchange reflects strained relations and a reprimand expected to be mild due to the two nations' sensitive ties.
In Washington a bitter Senate debate erupted over Noyes as McCumber of Dakota and Perkins of California clashed. McCumber denounced Noyes as persecuted while Perkins praised the California court, charging Noyes Alex McKensie and others with conspiracy. McCumber warned Moyes would never return, saying he is in a hospital in San Diego near death.
Senate committee reports favorably a treaty to pay 25,700,000 for the Danish West Indies. The House delayed a vote on the oleomargarine bill, continuing debate as the nation weighs the proposed settlements and policy moves.
A millionaire from Remington and Ul BPeb society was sentenced to 17 years in prison for the murder of his wife. The case followed a rejected attempt by the wife to leave him and alleged tensions with a 16 year old from a prior marriage.
Washington February 6 The attorney postponed investigation of a case involving Judge Noyes of Alaska who faced a charge related to a mining camel affair. The hearing was set for Saturday before Alaska officials in the federal district court.
John Barrett, head of the foreign exhibits department at the St. Louis Fair, told the president that foreign governments will not be ready in time for the fair. He indicated a delay is necessary to ensure proper exhibits and participation at the event.
Sleep Spring Trust of New York forms a railway steel company with ten million dollars capital to supply spring steel and equipment for railroad use in the United States, signaling industrial expansion and financing through securities.
An engineer and a young man named Vitora beb were found suffocated in the cabin of the Senator at Sidney. Investigators say they died from asphyxia after being re seated, with the incident noted in a brief transit report.
The Call arian Federation of Women's Clubs reports Mrs Meckley of Oakland presiding as president while Mrs Robert Burdenne of Pantenda remains active in the federation context.
Philadelphia reports a grand dinner at A. B. Widener’s Ashbourne country seat with guests like J. Pierpont Morgan Aus wat Belmont Herman Oelriehs and Henry Frick all prominent in steel traction and other ventures. The menu remains secret but will feature top domestic and foreign delicacies as wealth and influence gather for a record affair.
In New York on February 6 the grain markets moved with a tendency toward lower prices. Liverpool rose 4 points, while New York opened firm and closed at fractional gains. Chicago opened modestly and slowed, with several price references showing slight movements. Sugar and other commodities reflected the overall subdued trading, with scattered quotes and fluctuating bids across markets.
A Smolensk prison for women saw a bold revolt when two inmates triggered an uprising. Forty eight guards were killed and several inmates escaped in a coordinated assault. The incident was reported by S Navoe Vromya from Petersburg with details of the prison attack and fatalities.
London Feb 1 report says Dewet’s forces captured Wessele s last fold gun and recaptured two others taken by Boers. The action at Pow eyshome involved Weasels’ commando with one officer killed and four men killed in the engagement.
A boiler explosion on the steamer John W. Arlen in Pitteturg early today caused the vessel to burn and sink. One man, William Perry, is confirmed dead. Six are missing and four are injured and in hospital.
Early February six robbers blew open the safe at the Bank of Clarkaville in Clarkesville Ork. Sheriff John Powers confronted the robbers as they emerged and was fatally shot after attempting to arrest them. The assailants escaped on horseback into the night.
Ten military prisoners escaped from the stockade at the Poediside last night by crawling from their tents to a point outside the fence. The eleventh was stopped by a sentry’s shot. No trace of the escape is found.
In New Jersey on a February morning masked men entered the Jersey Central shops office. They bound and gagged the watchman, knocked him senseless, blew open the safe and escaped with about $2000 in cash. Police hunt the suspects.
The Pendleton Commercial Association rejected backing any federal Columbia River funding unless the Dalles Celilo river project is built now. Aimed at blocking Lewiston’s push, the group endorsed removal of Celilo obstructions but would not oppose federal recognition of the river.
Secretary Wameley sent a message while T C Taylor argued against Hart’s canal tied to Columbia mouth improvements. He warned Northwest unity would bow to railroad power if needs are ignored and urged returning the communication with opposition. The association backed his view unanimously.
Senator Foster resident Tucome Feb Stenator Postor Kae was elected president of Pacific Steel Company, which runs Trondale blast furnaces and controls Northwest iron mines. The Trondale plant is expected to consolidate with the proposed Tao ma company plant on the coast.
Kingston Jamaica Feb 5 The training ship Essex recently here sailed for Key West where she is scheduled to arrive February 18 From Key West she will proceed to Yorktown with a stopover at the Bering Sea region en route.
In Baltimore on February 6 a memorial program was held at Johns Hopkins University for Professor Herbert Adams. Professor Richard T. Ely of the University of Wisconsin delivered the memorial address.
Discussion on permitting library members to use the association room. Monthly membership revenue cited was 25 cents or 7 dollars? It notes unequal rights between low and high paying members and hints at possible policy change. President Johnson suggests new furnishings like a Willard table may be purchased. Membership rolls show several desirable new entrants. outlook remains optimistic.
New York welcomes William H. Redmond and Joseph Devlin of Belfast arriving aboard the White Star liner Cymbilic morrow to advance United Irish League work in the United States.
The Grand Army of the Republic pensions committee convened in Washington to review alleged injustices to veterans and identify faults and remedies. Attendees include Colonel Robert E. H. Beatho, General John C. Tack, General James K. Carnahan, Judge Charlee G. Burton, Governor W. H. Upton, Henry F. B. Fainter, and Jones Linehan, as sessions proceed amid nationwide interest.
Minnesota Governor Van Sant asked for ample funds to pursue the railroad merger in the special legislative session read in St Paul February 5. The message focuses on tax matters with a dedicated section on the merger, urging state court action if the U S Supreme Court refuses jurisdiction. No new legislation is proposed beyond funding.
Columbus Ohio notes a gathering of the Ohio League of Municipalities with discussions on local taxation and municipal law. Speakers include J W Vandervort Parkersburg and W Randall New York Chip, addressing crime, regulation, and state law. Mayors and officials set to be elected tomorrow.
The Orative Chi of Philadelphia announces a grand jubileee banquet marking twenty fifth anniversary. Notable guests include Cardinal Gibbons, Archbishop Ryan, Governor Stone, Rear Admiral Melville, and Solicitor Maurice DeConnie of the U S Treasury.
A plan in San Francisco surveys convert farm crops to hemp and ramie aimed at boosting fiber production. Ramie fibers are finer and lustrous, offering strong, durable material potential for cords, sails, and cloth, complementing hemp applications.
Springfield Ii Feb 6 The Convention of the Knights of Columbu which begun there today is the largest in the history of the organization Delogutet are en route from Joliet East St Louis Ma line Freeport Poorta and other leading cities of the state with a large party from Chicago to transact business connected with the affair of the society and elect officers for the ensuing year the convention will elect delegates to represent the state at the next national meeting.
Waterbury on February 6 reports militia on duty in the burned district were withdrawn in the morning. The scene around the Scovil house top story remains uncertain as to whether there were escapees or other notable events.
Bonde, manager of the Athena Flouring Mill Co, was arrested Tuesday afternoon and placed under $250 bonds on a complaint charging conversion of grain from the warehouse. The state accuses him of selling and removing 60,000 pounds of barley valued at $6,900 beyond the estate and control of the warehouse, without written consent from the holders of the warehouse receipt. The case alleges fraud and improper appropriation of grain belonging to Brown and Hodson, partners, and seeks to prevent creditors from closing the corporation into bankruptcy. Preliminary hearing set for Tuesday evening.
Knoxville crowds greet Keb G.-Adontrad and Mrs Behsey with a monster parade through downtown streets lavish decor and a public reception drawing thousands. The day includes a chamber of commerce banquet to honor the visiting dignitaries and civic leaders.
Debris from the Meloan building collapse on High Street yields three recovered victims Michael Keboy William Nundor and Daw lo Blowle. At least three more are believed dead under wreckage as rescue efforts continue.
The remains of the Hiddin brothers were laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery after a brief service at the graveside. Only relatives and a few friends accompanied the funeral.
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