03 Jul 1901
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1901
Page
1
Celebrate the Fourth with low prices on fireworks and novelties including 3¢ per dozen flags up to 5.85 each Roman candles at 10c per dozen Sky Rockets 21½ to 20c each two 5c firecrackers and more. Major bargain in bicycles and office supplies listed with assorted paper goods and certificates. Local store highlights Pendleton display and household items at deep discounts.
A local store emphasizes free delivery and prompt service for all goods. It highlights a wide seasonal range and claims the lowest prices in town on high grade fancy and staple groceries.
Public debt decreased by 17 797 794 in June. Last year 49 412 names were added to the pension roll. Secretary Hitchcock refuses to delay opening of Oklahoma lands. Bolo and insurgent officers take oath in Bataan. Gen. Chaffee plans to smash insurgent chief in Southern Luzon. Persia ships grain. American exporters told to hold back. New counterfeit notes circulate. Government drawing scheme for Kiowa and Comanche settlement continues. A $20 million trust forms to control lead output in Southeastern Missouri. Kurdish reports of village plunder and 14 Armenians killed in Kurdistan. Major steel company consolidations with Carnegie Steel. Jockey Coburn breaks leg at Washington Park. Hobo near Glenn’s Ferry reports a severed foot incident at trackside.
The item notes a new creamery begun at Arlington WA and mentions various regional happenings from Walla Walla, Colville, Oregon City and beyond, including criminal trials, local appointments, and notable local figures. The list also covers a river incident in Colville and a historic claim about a man connected to Napoleon Bonaparte.
An editorial notes that willpower cannot replace physical strength and that daily weight loss signals potential health issues in women. It cites common causes of ill health and recommends Pierce's Favorite Prescription to address draining conditions and Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to aid liver function.
Reports from Pillsburg Wallington and Pittsburgh show rising heat casualties as midnights to morning hours bring numerous deaths and serious prostrations amid an ongoing heat wave. Weather officials warn of prolonged high temperatures with local storms offering no relief.
Chicago owners of the Pacife American Fisheries Company announce negotiations for transferring the plant to Pacific Canning and Navigation Company. The salmon packing trust would include about 50 companies and claim nine tenths of Pacific coast salmon packing.
Major Jadon today resigned from his army commission and was appointed again as an assistant secretary to the president, a post he held for several years until spring. The late Adelbert Hay was named to succeed as secretary.
Deever on July 3 ruled that under constitutional privilege Colorado allows young women to patronize saloons and cannot be punished for liquor sales to them. He also held that restaurants have a constitutional right to sell liquor.
A Ottawa dispatch says the secretary of state acting for the minister of customs sent orders to Customs official Bushy at Skagway to not allow display of the British tag. He reportedly had no orders from Ottawa to halt the tag display.
London reports Karl Russell accompanied by Countess Somerville appeared at the bar of the Lords yesterday. He was formally placed in custody to postpone the trial and allow preparation of his defense. The Earl was ultimately released on bail.
A large blaze in Richmond caused extensive damage with no reported injuries. Fire crews responded quickly but the building suffered severe burns and structural collapse. Residents were evacuated and investigators examined the scene for a cause.
President Hayes issues a general order abolishing saloon bars on all boats of the Southern Pacific system as of today.
Sardou, the famed dramatist, attended a meeting in Paris on July 3 and dismissed rumors that he is seriously ill, stating he is in good health.
New York wheat prices held steady with little change from yesterday as heat in the east persisted. Liverpool rose on futures while New York and Chicago activity paused for a holiday with trading halted for four days, markets awaiting resumed action after the Fourth.
Report from Portland details returned Philippines soldiers spending freely on gambling and vice in the Bad Lands, with injuries and robberies near the transport landing. Police court cases rise as drunken soldiers crowd the area and women of ill repute profit from the disruption. Portland also claims Northwest's first cremation, privately performed with remains awaiting transfer.
Premio O’Connell of the International Association of Machinists declares the machinists strike nearly settled. He notes orders directing workers to return to the old nine hour day have not yet applied uniformly and acknowledges widespread support but cites ongoing attendance and activity as words spread across locales.
A morning blaze destroyed wharf property linked to the Metropolitan Coal company. Report notes significant damage and mentions Howton, Daly, and nearby figures amid the incident. Further details on casualties or exact losses were not available in the fragment.
The Henley regatta opened with warm weather as the Leander crew and the University of Pennsylvania team attracted large crowds. Americans were greeted with enthusiasm as they led the trials, with the Pennsylvanians winning by a wide margin over the London boat in a fast heat. The London crew, described as large and undertrained, drew little cheering as they were outpaced on the mile course.
A race at Colombia carcial venue featured Urenton and Constitution with Joat Ne leading. The contest concluded with a declared outcome as time and place details remain unclear from the fragmentary text.
About one hundred northwestern traveling salesmen will lose positions due to plow consolidation. Nearly all of these Westonday traveled out of Minneapolis, triggering what is described as the largest wholesale discharge since the tobacco trust formed.
July 3 report from Williminw Arizona states the mining town of Phownis Aria at Globe one mile east of Mheewit has been entirely burned. Fire devastates the entire town. Loss estimated around 1,000 dollars.
Wankiovion Joly J Ambassa dor Combon of France prepared for a voyage to Europe to confer with officials. The steamer Theoreday sails west to Paria then proceeds to Switzerland for negotiations with authorities.
An incomplete report suggests heightened strain as Japan is urged to withdraw officials and to address a potato issue in Corea. The piece hints at veiled references in the article to broader diplomatic frictions between the two nations.
Fragmentary UK dispatch says forces attacked Tarkly west of Cape Coley and were driven off toward Brittol iarrinn. They guarded their convoy to stop it from falling, with French forces aiding in the counterattack.
A chaotic scene unfolds in Russia's Crimes district as forces clash amid ongoing tensions. Reported losses and injuries accompany the disturbance, with authorities attempting to restore order and clarify events.
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