19 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1902
Page
1
Official reports show English losses in the South African war near forty thousand. Of 088,749 raised, 20,938 wounded, 13,738 from wounds and sickness, 5,201 dead, and 7,20 in hospitals. Messages say two daughters of General Botha arrived Rotterdam with secret letters and documents.
New York February 19 Valet Jones testified again in the Patrick Rice trial detailing a plan with defendant Patrick to obtain the victim's property. He described their alleged scheme to murder and gain control of the large estate.
Organizers and opposition form around plans to establish an independent exchange in Milwaukee. Wisconsin Independent Telephone companies discuss a potential alliance with the Minneapolis Rapid Transit line, which seeks to extend a toll line into Wisconsin. If united, independents would cover southern Wisconsin towns and major cities.
New York stock and commodity action shows scarce price moves. Wheat traded around 84 in New York and Chicago openings ranged from 78% to 84. Sugar and steel quoted at 120% and 445% respectively. Union Pacific and St Paul listed around 166% and 108% with steady stocks. The pope reportedly named a committee on Bible portions deemed inspired.
In New York on February 19 a Kennel Club event at Madison Square Garden drew a record crowd with hundreds of dogs across breeds led by Boston terriers spaniels and sheep dogs. Notable entrants included Robin Adair Nehayah Fashion and Minnie as judges and exhibitors from Howard Gould H D Peters Richard Croker Jr and Daniel Kennelly. Judging continues through the week while other society events and meetings unfold around the convention.
Palm Beach Fla Feb 19 The report that Admiral Dewey refused invitations to attend receptions and banquets for Prince Henry is untrue He remains with his seriously ill wife and by her side constantly
Washington Feb 19 Governor Taft told the senatePhilippines committee that general health in the Philippines was very good and heat was the main issue. Secretary Root furnished Lodge with documents denying cruelty claims and detailing possible harsh measures by troops and Filipinos, while admitting occasional severe treatment occurred.
London reports that the Russian ambassador to the United States attempted to secure U S expression on the Anglo Japanese alliance but was unsuccessful. The British government relayed the finding on February 19.
Several hundred delegates and visitors attended the Indiana Woolgrowers association annual meeting in Crawfordsville Ind Plum of Purdue University delivered the opening address reviewing the current state and future prospects of the industry. Other papers on meat industry topics were read by prominent state wool growers.
Washington February 19 Genera! Wil Torrence commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic will be guest of honor at an elaborate banquet at the New Willard tonight. The Potomac department G A R arranges the event to accompany its annual encampment with congressmen judges of the supreme court and other notable men set to attend.
In La Grande on February 12 a branch of the American Federated Trades Union was formed with twenty charter members. An effort was made to organize a carpenter's union but insufficient members joined. A meeting will be called soon to appoint officers.
Rioting by the strikers was renewed today in Barcelona with troops charging the crowd. Four were killed and all others wounded in the clash.
New York February 19 Jeffries continues to show improvement after an injury and expects to be out in a few days.
At Tuskegee Institute the eleventh annual Tuskegee Negro Conference opened with Spokesman Washington urging colored farmers to own property, educate children, avoid emigration agents, and keep families from public places. The gathering reported improving conditions among southern sericulturalists under Tuskegee influence, while cautions on Sunday outings and legal pitfalls were offered.
Groton Massachusetts February 19 Young Roosevelt worsened? No, advancing toward full recovery and could be moved to Washington this coming Saturday officials said Roosevelt siblings? No.
New York on February 19 reports the funeral of Billy West the minstrel. His body was interred in Greenwood Cemetery this afternoon, marking the final tribute to the entertainer.
Before the war Cuba supplied about one twelfth of the globe's tobacco, a substantial share reflecting its strong agricultural output and export prominence in the era.
The United States Lawn Tennis Association hosts the national championship event opening today at the Severn Regiment Armory. The weeklong program features singles and doubles competitions with prizes for top finishers. Leading players from across the United States are participating.
The Interstate Commerce Commission releases a Washington report on railroad earnings for the past year. It details total gross earnings, operating expenses, net income, dividends, and surplus, with figures for mileage, passenger and freight services, and average earnings per mile. The report notes increases in gross earnings and cites per mile passenger and freight figures, concluding with continued discussion on page two.
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