09 Feb 1907
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1907
Page
1
The article reports Howse securing a fifteen year tenure of franchise by municipalities for railway extension plans. It notes a commission’s recommendation of $0,000 for Portage Railway extension and a section adopting a resolution by Smith of Tinatiia favoring a branch insane asylum location in eastern Oregon.
Portnod Feb legislative committees from Oregon Washington and Idaho meet to align on appropriations for columnk improvements and the utarlce. House panel lists 25 000 for Wilson 40 000 for Ashland 45 000 for Monmouth and cuts Drain. House approves repeal of Portland Gas franchise. Proposals include 60 000 for portage millway extension and 527 000 for a separate insane building, with only 10 000 set for a temporary wing. Debate continues on eastern branch asylum plans and constitutional amendment to allow institutions outside current locations.
After weeks of testimony there is a jury for the second trial of Shea, president of the International Trade union, and 10 others charged with conspiracy to ruin Montgomery Ward & Co. during the tram atery strike of 100 percent. First trial ended in a hung jury. Testimony resumes next Monday.
The theater lacked programs as thieves swapped the printed East Oregonian sponsored booklets with advertising sheets from Pendleton Printery. The loss affected the entire lower floor while gallery crowds were served from early arrivals, with plans to issue proper programs next show.
Conviction effort against Moy er Pettibone and Haywood in the Steunenberg murder case draws scrutiny as accusations of forced testimony and detective lies spread. Trials in Caldwell Idaho and Pendleton stir public worry while labor leaders writers and supporters arrive in Boise and Caldwell to watch proceedings and the Adams murder trial.
Lent, the ancient religious fast, starts on Ash Wednesday February 13 and ends Easter Sunday March 31. The Church of the Redeemer and St Mary’s Catholic church in Pendleton will observe the period, with social functions largely suspended and church usages followed.
Floods and washouts cut Bellingham off from outside areas. Roads and rail lines including Great Northern and Northern Pacific tracks are blocked. Land traffic across northwestern Washington is suspended as conditions worsen. The Elke plans to build a hall in La Grande.
A conference among President Roosevelt and San Francisco officials occurred this afternoon regarding the Japanese question. Japanese leaders distrust sensational press reports and favor the president, while delaying any public war talk. In Minnesota, the Great Northern stock issue of 60 million dollars faced court review as the Supreme Court considered its injunction appeal.
Trento proposes a bill to sell central prison property and establish a large farm five miles from Toronto to train prisoners in advanced agriculture. Prisoners in North Ontario would do road work and other useful tasks while central prison labor is phased out. Government hints at ending central prison labor with winter work finding employment for inmates.
H F Stott reports in The Dalles Chronicle that with no train service on the Columbia Southern, passengers travel by sleighs from Shaniko. The Prineville to Shaniko leg took five hours amid bitter cold, 18 miles of rough road out from Shaniko, while the remaining 60 miles were fairly good. The thaw’s impact remains to be seen.
Thaws will to be Delmas strong point to prove insanity. Delmar says Thaw will testify and recount mental torture and wife persecution. Three New York Supreme Court justices, unnamed, say Thaw could win a new trial if errors affected the first, citing Evelyn whispering names to the prosecutor.
An early Friday breach of the Yolo levee near Sacramento floods the Yolo basin and wrecks a mile of the Southern Pacific track. A backflow cut is easing pressure on the levee but damage remains extensive prompting Governor Gillette to seek state aid for the lower river area. People rely on boats to reach homes as authorities assess the destruction and plan repairs.
Seven miners were found dead this morning at the Wingmlo colliery of the Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal company after a timber fire trapped them. One other miner is believed dead.
Amateur performers of the BANQUET HY TROUPE gathered after a play at the French restaurant. Seven men attended the spread as jokes and toasts followed. J R Raley thanked the troupe, with Miss Two Lip Moorhouse and M A Ryder delivering remarks. The party ended around midnight singing Good Night Ladies.
Washington February reports show Chief Engineer Stevens resisting a contract approach to the Panama Canal. He argues the government can finish the project within ten years at no greater cost, opposing bids where outsiders might claim speed or savings. The administration weighs Stevens stance as Taft and Roosevelt consider the Oliver bid, with war secretary Loeb to review qualifications and past work before final decisions.
Idaho legislature defers railroad commission bill after a 26 to 22 vote in the house. The measure resembles Oregon plans and may be revived before the session ends. prospects of passage hinge on committee action and possible reintroduction in altered form.
Chicago wheat opened at 70 7 8 and moved to 80 5 8 as traders tracked futures. Corn opened at 40 7 8 and closed at 47. May rye opened at 20 and closed at 11, reflecting early session volatility in the Chicago Market reports.
An unexpected slide near Foster halted eastbound service and blocked trains. No. 5 reversed and went east at 10, while two trains are held west of Pintock. Officials doubt track clearance time. a through Portland run may occur tonight, but details are uncertain. Pendleton faces supply cuts as eastern mail lags and emergency orders loom if delays persist. About 1000 workers are clearing the blockade between Portland and Pendleton.
About 1090 head of cattle are being held in the Butter Creek district by traffic delays. J C Lonergan for Frey Bruhn and Ben Aon for Union State Company have two railroads awaiting shipment. High water in the district causes some standstill while feed remains plentiful and stock are in good condition, though severe losses loom for companies holding cattle on feed.
Judee McEwen filed for divorce in Chicago at an unusually early hour and signed a decree minutes later dissolving Laur Curtle from Charles Curtis. She alleged Curtis used her head as a punching bag.
A packed house enjoyed a Commercial association performance last night with repeat demand for Monday. The burlesque acts drew cheers while eight genuine entertainers stole the show with singing and dancing numbers. Credit to J. R. Raley and Harry C. Thompson for production and stage management.
Ossining February 9 The Adirondack Express wreck near here claims the life of Pred Aritame son of an Albany magnate who worked as a fireman to train as a railroad man He refused a high post with New York Central. Surviving trainmen were arrested.
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