08 Jul 1910
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1910
Page
1
In Rheims France during a night meet the famed aviator Baroness De La Roche was fatally injured when her aeroplane crashed during a high speed race with friends. She reportedly pulled the wrong lever causing the machine to dive and crash. she was removed from wreckage with multiple injuries as spectators assisted.
Washington reports a repeat of the Weyler reconcentrado policy in Nicaragua. About 6000 people near Granada ordered to concentrate at Granada city under Sebastian Salinas. The decree aims to control the Mombacho range where a recent uprising was quelled, with force against defiers.
Lew Angelow notes Jeffries' July homecoming was low key with few supporters. Jeffries avoided talk, headed home with Mia, and planned to join the Burbank firm soon, while friends and loungers lingered.
Kalispell report by ranger A Reynolds says pine beetle infestation is spreading from Lake McDonald into the Blackfeet national forest. He asserts woodpeckers are the only practical cure as beetles outpace artificial removal and warns Glacier National Park may lose needles if woodpeckers decline.
The training squadron led by K. Marveilles including battleships Town Indiana and Massachusetts arrived today with all on board well. The voyage was completed without a mishap.
In Charlotte Michigan the Democratic state leaders endorsed Governor Harmon of Ohio for the 1912 presidential nomination. The meeting signaled growing Harmon sentiment among Michigan Democrats as they press for party unity before the national contest.
In San Bernardino California July a group of men William Clark John Utter Dean Middleton and Nick Bo voir were rescued after hours without food or water near Jeith in a desert area. Clark, found naked and agitated, was subdued and the others later located in a dazed state. They were taken to camp and expect to recover.
Buenos Ayres reports the United States is likely to face sharp criticism at the fourth International conference of the Pan American union opening tomorrow. Nicaraguan delegates are said to plan agitation against American interference in Central American affairs. Delegates from 21 republics will attend.
In July Minneapolia fears drought as rain may not arrive within 72 hours threatening extensive crop damage across Minnesota and the Dakota. Churches have offered prayers for rain as the drought ravages the northern Wheat belt leaving hundreds facing ruin.
New York Negroes are gearing up for a large welcome for Jack Johnson when he arrives Monday. The African American community plans a spirited reception, with organizers signaling strong support as Johnson visits the city.
Western Union Telegraph discontinues brokerage services in a few cities across New York and Pennsylvania. Affected areas include Pittsfield, Syracuse, Ithaca, Rome, Gloversville, Auburn, Watertown, and Cortland. Officials cite policy changes under legal counsel guidance. Rumors connect action to Washington officials near the attorney general, but no confirmation. The company maintains it acts as a common carrier and will not inquire into customers private affairs.
Hundreds flee as forest fires advance across northern Michigan and western Wisconsin. Ripley Powers and Cheenwon threaten, with 18 houses burnt near Thorpe in Wisconsin. State fire crews deployed. Lake Superior navigation affected. estimated damage reaches ten thousand dollars.
Fierce forest fires rage around Houghton Michigan as over a square mile of woodland near Hancock burned last night. Grease fires and strong winds hampered efforts to contain the blaze. Dozens of homesteads threatened, with damage in the hundreds of thousands of dollars across the affected area.
Galveston July 8 Mosquitos invaded Port Arthur and vicinity today and many persons suffered bites. Five were seriously injured and it was necessary to amputate the feet of a woman to save her life. Ten thousand war reliefs of oil have been donated by local people to tide to cover the wayward fund to battle the mosquito larvae.
In Newro Lynelod Arkansas July a mob hanged Sam Powell an African American after he and a youth allegedly broke into a prominent resident's home in Mutthy stealing $400 and setting the building afire. Powell reportedly confessed to police as reports say the frail jail broke without effort to free him. The hanging was publicly known only after Powell's body was found today.
A July bill in Madrid proposes barring any further religious orders from Spain until the Vatican Spain settlement dispute is resolved. The measure, signed by the king, was introduced in Cortes today and aims to pause incoming orders until a settlement is drawn by the pro Mériaid faction.
Democratic leaders prepare a counter move as Beveridge seeks reelection with ex president Roosevelt likely to tour Indiana after Kern. Marshall backs Kern while Beveridge clashes on tariff measures taft administration ties. Political tactics hinge on Roosevelt support and senate election outcome with Beveridge vs Kern.
The article notes Colonel Roosevelts rising irritation as he is pushed into the insurgent whirlpool. It suggests he views the pressure as excessive while the political waters churn around him.
The text describes Sagamore Hill and correspondents reporting smiles as leaders depart, suggesting the Colonel leans toward a show of fortitude and plans to stay out of politics for two months. It notes clear alignment with the insurgents' cause and hints at ongoing political strain.
Announcement of Roosevelt taking the stump to support Heveridge sparks a political stir in Washington. Regulars fear a shift toward Beveridge aligned views while insurgents anticipate a rebuke of the tariff bill and Taft administration. Opponents sense no full rebellion by the colonel in endorsing Beveridge.
Colonel Roosevelt enjoys a rustic break in New York cutting wood and making hay at his estate. He plans to receive visitors at his Outlook building office on Tuesday and Thursday, continuing his traditional holiday labor routine.
In Jersey City in July the court delayed Porter Charlton’s case until August 11 while defense attorneys agree not to seek his habeas corpus release. The court will not act on his sanity until empowered to decide.
New York July Films of the Jeffries Johnson bout arrived today and were rushed to the moving picture plant where they will be retouched and prepared for exhibition tomorrow.
Chicago authorities expect outbreaks between Irish residents of Hell's Kitchen and African Americans tonight and Saturday following the Reno scrap. Whites are said to be arming as police assign extra detail to the feud district after Johnson’s homecoming boosted tensions.
Governors from several states gather in New York to discuss whether to allow or ban the Jeffries Johnson fight film. The American Integraph Company spent about a quarter million dollars on the pictures and says it will not oppose the law, signaling possible non‑showing where prohibited. The meeting aims to decide if the company may exhibit pictures in any state.
Oregon congressman W R Ellis returned home after a strenuous session in Washington. He spoke with East Oregonian about irrigation bills and the prospect of extending the nptilia project west of the Umatilla river. He expects federal and army engineers to guide new work, with Pendleton and La Grande federal buildings planned and funded.
President Taft signed orders withdrawing 95,072,166 acres of coal lands from public domain across North and South Dakota Washington Utah Colorado and Arizona. New and confirmed withdrawals total 20,698,469 and 14,374,696 acres respectively, with allocations among Washington Arizona Utah Colorado and North and South Dakota.
President Taft plans a nine day vacation with Beverly and Tuly while local reports place him playing an informal game with Captain Rutt and Ton Hays Hammond.
Chicago marks the burial of Chief Justice Fuller at Graceland Cemetery after a simple service at James Episcopal Church. Supreme Judges McKenna White Holmes and Day Turton along with Governor Hughes attended the ceremony as 17 guns fired over his body.
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