11 Feb 1901
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1901
Page
1
Fragmentary ad style copy promotes a fowl emporium and associated household items. It mentions thrifty housekeepers, a display of table specialties, and a procession of goods meant to entice shoppers amid churchgoing crowds.
General James M. Ruggles dies in Mavana age 81. Colonel Lew A. Clarke, longtime St Louis lodge official, passes in St Louis aged 77. Captain George Wilde, ex-Oregon commander, travels to Washington after duty in Asiatic waters. Frederick Harvey, Santa Fe manager, dies of cancer in Leavenworth after return from California. King Edward rumored to have throat cancer with experts predicting a short remaining life. General Mayberry Prentise, Civil War veteran and Shiloh hero, dies at Bethany aged 81, last survivor of Fitzjohn Porter court martial.
A fragmented ad describes Vietor brand sporting goods including baseballs make and gloves and catcher's equipment with mentions of hockey and racing items and several garbled product names. The text references prices and various branded items though details are unclear.
Oregon and nearby areas report business failures and deaths. The Rieley Letts Clothing Co at Psion faces closure amid partner dispute. Baker County pioneer Ed Riggs dies at home aged 60. Utah Governor vetoes anti compulsory vaccination. substitute bill offered. Portland cattle dealer Henry Erwin sells fat at 4.05 per 100 pounds. George Brown shoots his wife then commits suicide near Hutte Montana. Josue M Robison ill with inflammatory rheumatism in Portland. J L Cochran found dead roadside near Clackamas after heavy drinking. O K & N depot robbery at Ione during supper break. thieves escape with cash. Stanford beats UC in seventh Carnot medal debate. W A Morris of Stanford the winner. State institutions request over 2 million from legislature. more bills to fund state needs. Maggie White, Albany hotel roo namer, dies aged 56. William Skirvin dies in Portland from injuries when a tree falls on him while chopping.
Fragmentary ad text touts Dr Pierce's Galen Medien as a cure for digestion and stomach ailments. It claims improved digestion, absorption, and nourishment with a focus on natural buildup and vitality. The piece mentions weights and a testimonial from a resident on New Street.
In Salem on Web 11 Judge George TW Williams gains 26 votes as the senatorial race tightens. The legislature faces delays as bills on railroad fares and related measures occupy attention while the anti-Corbett faction shifts support. A Portland message notes fare changes affecting KR and NR lines.
The account describes Carrie Nation traveling from Muscatine to Chicago, receiving a strong ovation in Muscatine as police cleared crowds, with notable receptions in Iowa City and West Liberty. Marched cheers at Wilton College and a village yell marked the route as Nation’s party prepared to depart for Chicago.
The senate continued the nominations of General Milon and major generals Young Charlee and MacArthur, deferring brigadier nominations while awaiting the president to appoint Lewhard Wool to the next rank.
Testimony focuses on the events surrounding Day collapsing as traveling men describe the scene. Bonanat says he did not witness the fatal encounter while Harbo recalls Day dying on the floor with Hamilton, Canfield, and Bennett present during the incident.
Samuel Moser stands trial for the murder of his wife and three children. He claims his actions were driven by pressure from the Amlab Church in Pekin and by demanded ecclesiastical allegiance over family ties.
Rumors report the training ship Topeka sailed months ago for foreign waters and carried two boys aboard. A New England dispatch notes no confirmation from Barbados as of January 26. The city press awaits word from the vessel and its crew.
A fragmented report notes Judge Noyes of Alaska referenced in a Supreme Court of California decision. The United States circuit court proceedings involve a banking case with Alexander Me enaie in Nome, and a ruling affecting a Morrow good consignment.
The document reports McKennie found guilty on two counts and sentenced to one year in county jail. Judge Novus of Alaska denounced the verdict, calling it shameful and outrageous. No appeal is noted, and the piece references further judicial turmoil and a related mob incident.
The readable fragments indicate a debate between editors M. Mwehard and the Niransiveste over the resale of a Te k Dy Peretti initiative and a mention of Witselighity wartniicket. Names and places are partially garbled but suggest a publication dispute topic.
Fragmentary report describes a February 8 event on the midband railroad line near Kiipolant junction. It mentions Crinlew and Capt Calony with a DLA detachmantoal unit, a blast at a town site, damaged buildings, and several wounded or missing, including a creamery manager.
In London on Feb none in official circles have heard word on Mrs Maybrick's pardon. If such news exists officials would inform the public, but no confirmation has been received.
Winsted Connecticut February report cites a controversial ballot incident involving a schoolteacher Winnie. The piece also notes President McKinley’s nomination of James H. Wilson of Delaware and Vitahogh Low of Virginia for brigadier general in the regular army.
The transport agent wails at the port as the Thirty-seventh regiment departs. This dispatch notes a homeward-bound unit from Manila with lingering worries and civilian concern.
Fragmentary report from Marseille on February 11 concerns a Mall Steamer Loat and possible loss near the Mediterranean. Names and details are unclear but suggest a maritime incident affecting an African merchant vessel and trade implications.
An officer shot and killed Mrs. Brie during an ejectment fight over land occupied by Mr and Mrs Brie. Constable Alexander attempted entry with Prank Miller and Jones Hayne as claimants, forcing the woman to defend her home with her children present. The accused fired a gun, killing her, and the three men fled to the territorial vision at Yirran, later confined by authorities. The case awaits court action on the three men.
The wheat market opened steady and advanced in New York trading with prices around 70 and 70 1/8, finishing near 70 1/8. Visible supply decreased by 1,275,000 for the week while money rates edged lower.
United States marshal held a public auction in Portland selling the Central Navigation & Construction Co assets. The boat, remaining from a prior venture, was bid in by Captain K. W. Spencer at 2400 dollars with creditors to share after costs. Helnew died at Forest Grove on Saturday aged 64, born in Ohio and arriving in Oregon in 1871, after six years in Salem.
A Chicago to Cincinnati passenger train derailed near Wren Ohio when a wheel on the engine broke, leaving 15 or more killed or wounded. Most passengers were emigrants and many were found in the ditch water awaiting assistance.
A Portland man identified as F. M. Seeley shot and killed his wife and then died by suicide in Oakland California. Domestic trouble over custody of their nine daughter led to the tragedy. Seeley, a former employee of the Oregon, California and Idaho line, had traveled from Portland to confront his wife. The incident occurred Friday night as the couple’s household was found in distress with the wife and a visitor reportedly present.
The House committee on pensions favors Representative Calderhead of Kansas proposing higher pensions for certain disabled veterans. Eligible individuals currently at twelve dollars per month under June 1860 act would receive increased benefits starting from the date of enactment, with qualifications tied to blindness or total disability and dependence on others.
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