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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1903
Page
1
Jan 29 report from Pendleton notes Adams charter discussions unfold in Oregon legislature. Multnomah and Umatilla lines show conflict over funding and representation while Farrar criticized for desertion. Bill on cattle branding and school tax measures under debate as lawmakers work through recess. A train wreck incident is briefly mentioned with no injuries.
Philadelphia Jan 29 Henry Saylor American consul at Dawson City has formed a syndicate including Senator Quay to operate a hydraulic concession granted by the Canadian government. The concession covers the tributaries of all Gold Creek in the Klondike.
The Pen detan Commercial Association calls for full attendance at a Saturday evening meeting to discuss important business. A vigilance committee in Belgordka near Moscow reportedly surrounded thief gangs and killed twenty members, then burned their bodies after entering homes.
New York January 29 Stanley Soap Factory partially destroyed by fire this morning. The engineer was killed by the blaze. Loss is reported at fifty thousand dollars.
Mrs Elbert Hubbard of the Philistine magazine wins a divorce on the grounds of miscengen relations with Miss Alice Moody a schoolteacher She receives 100 per month alimony The case centers on Elbert Hubbard editor of the Philistine and his moral reputation Adelaide Ristori birthday tributes prompt telegraphic and mail felicitation from monarchs and cities across Europe Kansas Day Club to host annual banquet with Govs and Brig Gen Frederick Funston among speakers in Topeka Kansas
Frank F. Im, pardoned after being wounded during the Tracy and Merrill escape, is daily at the state house seeking support for his injury claim against the state. He targets legislators and even third house members, while Mr. Ingram, believed to know prison management, is involved. A Kickeville, S.1 case reports typhoid germs lingering in clothing worn by the deceased.
Philadelphia hearing on the anthracite commission ends with testimony from the Philadelphia and Reading that miners and laborers are paid in separate envelopes. The superintendent says when contract miners do not provide sufficient pay the company covers the deficit, and claims workers are content with the measurement system.
Omaha reports a critical Union Pacific boiler makers strike turning alarming as engines risk wrecks. Charles A. Vrooman and President Burt meet to demand immediate expert repairs. carriers warn they may refuse unsafe motive power if not settled soon. Ohio editors unite in first state convention to federate district press groups into a single body.
Washington January 29 A split within the Red Cross surfaced as General Wilson vice president ex-Secretary of State Foster Rear Admiral Van Reyper and ex-Secretary of the Navy Herbert asked Congress to consider a memorial detailing grievances. The document alleges Barton has assembled proxies to install a lifetime presidency and broad powers over finance and personnel while not criticizing her directly.
One of the season’s largest dinners takes place in New York as the West Side Republican Club hosts the McKinley birthday event at the Waldorf Astoria. Speakers include Secretary Leslie M. Shaw Senator Dryden Governor Odell and Senator Depew with Rev Dr Bristol and President McKinley’s Washington pastor delivering remarks.
Fresno, Jan. 29. Local women in charge of arrangements for the California Federation of Women’s Clubs annual convention report strong advance word. Delegates have been appointed by clubs statewide and many other visitors are expected to attend, likely exceeding past conventions.
The Washington Senate approved a bill authorizing an irrigation project on the Columbia River in eastern Washington. The session noted party credentials amid the vote as part of the day’s proceedings.
Provisions are running short in Dawson City with bacon prices rising to 43 cents wholesale. Supplies of staples are only a tenth of last year. In Boston, Essex Athletic Club bills a strong turnout for Pat Sweeney versus George McFadden in an eight round clash, two longtime rivals, last meeting McFadden won after two rounds of fierce action.
Prominent members of the Society of the Sons of the American Revolution in Cleveland visited Canton on January 29 and presented Mrs. McKinley with an elaborate memorial for her husband. In Manila on January 29 Glenn was acquitted of unlawfully killing prisoners before the court martial today.
Burton of Kansas enters the third day of his attack on Indian policy showing abuses and extravagances. A $10,000 warehouse cut at St Louis was noted. In the senate Quay seeks February 16 vote on the omnibus bill amid Beveridge objections. Smith of New Mexico advocates ending the Carlisle Indian School as the postoffice Department item is discussed.
Columbus Ohio January 29 general sentiment across the state marked Governor Nash’s proclamation calling for an observance of McKinley’s birthday. Public schools universities and colleges held memorial exercises while clubs and organizations held annual banquets to signal the day.
The Ayrshire Breeders Association held its twenty eighth annual meeting at the Fifth Avenue Hotel New York. George H Yeaton of Dover New Hampshire presided and C M Winslow of Brandon Vermont acted secretary. They considered making a creditable exhibit at the St Louis exposition.
Large attendance marks the Louisiana Conference of the M. E. Church in Natchitoches with Bishop Mallalieu presiding. The annual session begins January 23 and will continue for several days featuring sermons and addresses by clerical and lay leaders.
Pisiefeld New Jersey January 20 Engineer Dead who caused the flyer wreck died at 7 o clock this morning.
Chicago January 29 wheat prices and a separate report noting Charles Stone of Cathiamet was shot in the hand on Tuesday due to careless handling of a gun.
Mr Newell argues the Colorado River is the largest arid region river and rivals the Nile in size. He notes irregular flow due to lack of headwater lakes, navigability only for light boats in lower reaches, canyon sections, and few rainfalls. Reservoirs and large irrigation ditches needed, with heavy costs and uncertain reclamation prospects.
Olympia Washington January 26 The land slide favored the Walla Walla candidate King County delegation split with eleven voting against Ankeny. The Twelfth Ballot confirmed the outcome. Levi Ankeny, president of Pendleton National Bank, is a major wheat producer and banker with interests in Baker City and Walla Walla. He advocates Columbia River commerce, irrigation expansion, and Inland Empire development benefiting Eastern Oregon and Washington.
T Cc Napier, a Returned Soldier, thinks the Philippine Islands are all right. He lived in Pendleton before moving to Boise City Idaho and served four and a half years, including a year in the First Idaho Volunteers. He worked in saloons and as a traveling salesman for Holman Co. He plans to mine in northern Luzon next summer after a four and a half year residence in the islands and recalls being a prisoner for two days, losing 32 pounds.
Patrons petition Superintendent Nowlinia to divide District 27 on Birch Creek. Proposal would carve off the north side of the Omaha River into a new district due to travel distance for 28 pupils and insufficient bridge access. Hearing set before the district boundary board in early March. Gould-Wabash lines enter community of interest with Pennsylvania and Baltimore & Ohio.
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