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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1903
Page
1
The session nears end with Fulton fees deemed favorable though no final action. A heavy Republican stance shapes debate on the Pierce measure and road brand bills. Key figures include Mayor Williams and Senator Brandh, with committees voting on licensing and medical examiner provisions. The legislature lingers toward a late-hour adjournment amid partisan divisions and stalled measures.
In Washington on February 16 beet sugar interests resisted a Philippine tariff bill. Senators Lod and Foraker clashed over duty levels while Patterson and Teller of Colorado signaled strong opposition to any removal of protection for sugar. The debate suggested only beet sugar aligned terms could pass, with wider amendments likely fatal.
On February 16 an inquiry explores the Inland status and Cuban affairs, noting government authority in the Isle of Pines and possible protection for local interests. The Brewery Convention met and endorsed a socialist resolution, selecting Indianapolis for the next convention in 1904.
Washington Feb 16 The house passed a bill to impose stricter rules requiring railways to install automatic brakes on all cars. Littlefield rose to reply to Sulzer’s Saturday speech in which he attacked him.
Emil Schimpff of Scranton Pa. and manager of North Pacific Brewing Company in Astoria shot himself in the barn after being in the office. He faced alleged shortages in company accounts and cashier irregularities. He was 41, unmarried, and the incident is described as self-inflicted.
New York February 16 The Bucklin wave of Canfield's rambling house was called in criminal court this morning. An adjournment was set to Monday. Several witnesses including Reginald Vanderbilt failed to respond to their names and were issued attachments.
Washington February 18 Carroll Wright returns to the anthracite commission as they begin final work reviewing testimony from 670 witnesses across 1,000 pages. Cambridge Massachusetts February 16 George L O Perry the young man charged with murder in Waverly last November appears for hearing but trial seems unlikely soon. His life has been despaired at times while he maintains innocence and claims pawned watches tied to other assaults were given by an unknown party. Authorities believe he may not have been the principal in the crime and fear justice hinges on identifying the true culprit.
In Constantinople and Rome officials announce Balkan tensions with six months of potential hostilities feared. Britain may be drawn into action to preserve the status quo as Italy signals protest against any territorial changes. Meanwhile a severe sleet and snow storm sweeps Ohio Kentucky Indiana with widespread disruption and property loss.
The Senate, in Washington, passed with amendment the Philippine bill. Paterson of Colorado proposed inviting cold and silver standard governments to form a commission for a fixed exchange. Idaho’s Dubois offered a free silver substitute, rejected. A separate measure directed the Navy to catalog needed improvements for Brooklyn waterfront berthing of battleships, and the president nominated Colonel Wallace Randolph to brigadier general.
Venice reports an extraordinary low tide leaving canals, including the Grand Canal, nearly dry for two days. Steamers and gondolas stuck in mud astonish residents as foundations of palaces and houses become exposed.
Minister Lowen representing Venezuela will meet the solicitor of the state department Field this afternoon in Washington to arrange terms of a protocol for a commission to adjust the claims of American citizens in Venezuela.
Milwaukee February 16 The Wisconsin Tenpin League championship bowling tournament opens tonight and runs through Saturday with plans for more prizes and larger entries. Teams from LaCrosse Oshkosh Racine Waukesha Whitewater Janesville Beloit Green Bay Appleton Fond du Lac Kenosha Marshfield Manitowoc Sheboygan Madison and Columbus are entered.
New York reports a remarkable interview with the pope's physician Professor Marzaron about the pope Leo XIII health. The physician says the pope is exceptionally well with only a slight hoarseness easily cured and may live to 100 or more, aging slowly and enjoying life as he does today.
Salem Fel 16. The legislature passed a bill to give each widow of guards Jones Tiffany and Ferrell killed by Tracy and Merrill during the escape from the state penitentiary. The measure sets a one thousand dollar grant to each widow as compensation for the loss.
Ex Senator Arthur Brown of Utah files for divorce from Annie Hran Wy alleging sensational charges including attempted poisoning. In Bremen, 1500 North German Lloyd dock workers strike after a comrade is dismissed. Ex Mayor Ames of Minneapolis faces extradition proceedings in Manchester with Sheriff Deser delivering requisition papers. Amer will fight extradition.
Washington Feb. 16 The senate committee on public lands after an animated controversy decided to favorably report Senator Quarles bill repealing the desert land law the timber and stone entry law and the commutation provision of the homestead law leaving only the straight five year residence homestead law under which public lands may be taken up for homes.
In Havana at noon President Palma and Minister Squires signed a treaty that grants the United States naval stations at Guantanamo and Bahia, pledging to fulfill every request of the American government.
Dan Hanna and Widner deny knowledge of the Caldwell attack stating they were in their private car at the time. They assert the assault occurred Saturday morning and say they cannot identify their names and the matter will not be dropped.
The German liner Wie arrived in New York on Saturday after a terrifying voyage marked by a severe storm. Captain Smith faced a towering sea that broke over the port side, forcing the ship to crawl at five knots. Passengers, including 20 in the first cabin and more in the second, were panic stricken as immigrants clung to life and safety ropes.
Chicago authorities continued action against turf investment schemes with three more companies raided in the afternoon. Postal inspectors, acting on complaints, seized records and documents as part of the crackdown. Investigators pursue leads on investor losses and the scale of the operation.
Ryan, proprietor of a large get rich quick concern in St Louis, was arrested this afternoon in a case reported by local news. The incident occurred on February 16 and involves accusations related to the scheme. Local authorities issued statements regarding the ongoing investigation.
New York Feb 16 The Arkwright Club hosts its annual dinner tonight with premier guests including Governor Odell Rear Admiral Sebley Martin I Knapp chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission and James J Barbour of Hartford expected to attend the function.
St Louis report says Arnold and Gill were indicted by the grand jury after a citywide search failed to locate them. A telegram from Parsons Kansas claimed the pair were en route to Mexico with millions in cash. Authorities describe a broad fraud network, with letters from lawmakers and postal officials tied to the scheme and awaiting further investigation.
Roosevelt sends to the Senate the nomination of George A. Cortelyou for secretary of the new Department of Commerce. James Garfield Jr. is announced as commissioner of corporations under the same department. The news was confirmed as the White House acted.
Navy department received a dispatch from the Delaware breakwater collier claiming the Alexander abaft was broken February 10 one hundred miles east of the Bay. The message is signed by Adameon the officer aboard the steamship with Admiral Schley. The Alexander was near completion of top around the Eforn from the Toe fleermaat.
Delegates arrive for the annual convention of the Ilinale Retail Merchants Association in Alton. The three day gathering begins tomorrow with a strong turnout expected and topics of major importance to retail trade on the agenda.
Denis Wente, a longtime Chicago fireman, died after a long illness of kidney disease. He served in the department for 52 years and retired two years ago.
Liverpool February 14 four crewmen of the barque Veronica charged with piracy were remanded again today for eight days awaiting further proceedings.
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