07 Jul 1904
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1904
Page
1
Proceedings reveal a push to tighten sewer inspections, appoint extra police duty for three months, and enforce property compliance. The June meeting notes discuss council concerns, fines, and the need for rapid action as residents invest in local associations while the inspector seeks adherence to the law.
Samuel Mapes, a laborer aged around 50, with gray hair, is jailed in Walla Walla on a charge of attempting to assault Rosa Walla a 15 year old girl at her home 506 Alder Street. Mayes reportedly lived near Milton and is described as caretaker’s family in the county buildings.
Chicago reports one death and 82 injuries from the day’s festivities with far fewer fire losses than in past years. Police made nearly 100 arrests citywide as crowds dispersed amid celebrations.
In Chicago July grain trading, Old July wheat opened at 84 percent, closed at 80 percent, new July wheat opened at 89 percent and closed at 8 percent, while July corn opened at 48 percent and closed at 4 percent.
Heavy rains renewed in Kansas causing critical flood conditions across multiple areas. The Kaw River floods Armourdale and Argentine while North Topeka lies half under water with five thousand people displaced. Packing plants in Kansas City close as train service deteriorates.
Ex county treasurer M Lichtenthal of Morrow County was found dead at his Heppner home after his term ended. He leaves several daughters from two marriages and was highly regarded for three terms in office. Details are scarce due to disrupted phone lines and unclear motives.
In St Louis on July 7 delegates packed the Coliseum as crowd energy rose for Parker with New Jersey pledge and Bryan awaiting floor speak. Debates on Puerto Rico voting rights and Philippines status sparked cheers as Clark delivered sharp critique of Roosevelt era policy and tariff trusts.
Teletypes from Salt Lake City report Utah Democratic officials urging leaders in St Louis to oppose a anti polygamy plank in the national platform. A compromise plank reportedly agreed upon to avoid offending Utah Mormons is cited in a telegram from National Committeeman Peery.
Two special trains from Boise City and eastern Oregon pass through this evening toward Portland to join Oregon militia companies from the western state regions. They proceed to American Lake Idaho for a three week summer encampment of the Idaho Washington and Oregon militia. The first train arrives at 6 30 p m and the second at 6 46 p m. Conductor Frank Wieden of Portland leads the first train. a La Grande freight crew handles the second. Members from Baker City La Grande and additional pickups at The Dalles join before departure to American Lake for encampment through July 21.
Eastbound evening train crew reported a light rainstorm yesterday afternoon. Water from small canyons flooded the track but caused no damage.
Tokyo reports the cruiser Kalman sunk by a mine in Wan Bay. London wires say Russians under Kushtalisky attacked near Lantyasan in darkness during a heavy talon. Japanese repulsed assaults, with higher casualties. Russian losses tallied from 13 officers to 800 men, while Japan reported about 101 killed.
A dispatch confirms a clash between Russians under Keller and Japanese forces. Russian losses are listed as 100 killed, 17 officers and 278 men wounded, while Japanese casualties were heavy. The engagement occurred at close range with intense hand to hand fighting.
In police court Judge Pity Gerald grants five days’ rest in the city for James McCormick who arrived in town and wished to proceed. McCormick was caught in City Marshal Carney’s dragnet as he lay on the street. John Ellis receives five days for drunkenness amid a liquor sale accusation to Indians. Ellis claims not to have drunk for five days and cites ongoing work. Bonne Welch pays a $5 fine for lingering too long over the cup. she pleads guilty.
Three Frazer theater vaudeville performers mourn a missing compatriot M. Cron who left with sixty dollars and clothes. A fourth member lost money while another lost his outfits. C. M. Crossom, wanted for alleged larceny, has been arrested in Boise Idaho. Sheriff Taylor and Deputy Blakley plan pursuit tonight.
The appointments of Fred W. Hendley as deputy recorder under County Recorder Folsom and as deputy treasurer under County Treasurer Summerville were filed with County Clerk Saling this afternoon. Hendley had taken the oath of office for each appointment.
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