16 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1902
Page
1
At a meeting of the freight handlers owners, it was voted to return to work and seek terms with managers. Federation of Labor reports the strike virtually ended as workers returned to duties at the houses. The move followed congestion at piles of shipping and interruptions in trucking.
A chaotic discovery on the island reveals six skeletons revived as a sensational clue in a Cuban exhumation case. Investigators pore over the remains as authorities near a possible breakthrough in the unsettling matter. Local officials pressure for answers amid growing public interest.
A brief fragment notes possible use of the Bragg affair to fuel anti-American sentiment. It mentions forceful actions over a save in and references civic tensions surrounding the incident. The readable text is sparse on dates and locations.
Early estimates show total 10 percent county loss from Monday wind with barley and ripe wheat most affected. Reports from Helix Weston Adams indicate minimal damage, while fruit crops suffer with apples and pears possibly one half short. Local residents like Mel Shutrum Horace Walker and John Dand report scattered damage in various sections and fields.
The finders of Merrill’s body may claim a $2750 state reward for capture and return dead or alive. Local officials and lawyers largely agree the finders qualify by presenting the body, while some contend the wording requires capture, not merely discovery, possibly needing court action.
Phil McBrian C. P. Davis and Mrs E Sloan attend the annual session of the grand lodge of the A O U W and Degree of Honor in Portland where they serve as delegates from the local lodge.
Seattle dispatch reports the outlaw Tracy forced a farmer’s family to feed him at their home near Enumclaw, shaved a farm boy’s two week beard, and paid a dollar for trousers. Tracy boasted of killing deputies and claimed Merrill is dead, as authorities pursue him from Ravensdale toward Chehalis.
Two severe storms swept the Red River valley in Minnesota and North Dakota. Initial reports spoke of possible loss of life, but late advices today indicated no confirmed fatalities. Weather damage and unconfirmed casualty figures dominated early updates.
July 16 New York market reports show wheat opening at 7/8c, fluctuating through forenoon and closing at 76 3-4c, with Liverpool 61 1/2c and corn 63 3/4c higher. Stocks rise with Union Pacific at 107, St Paul 182 1/4, Steel 40. Wheat in San Francisco at 1.156 1.17 per cwt. Chicago wheat at 7 1/3 713 1/2c.
Official bulletin from the royal yacht at Cowes reports King George VI's condition greatly improved after travel from London. He suffered no inconvenience, slept well, and is greatly enjoying the change of air and scene. His couch was wheeled onto the deck for two hours. Separately, in Columbus Ohio the American Insurance Union convened for its annual session with Ohio Michigan and Pennsylvania members attending.
Democrats of North Carolina assembled in Greensboro on July 16 and were called to order by F M Simmons, chairman of the state executive committee. They will name candidates for chief justice and two associate justices of the supreme court, superintendent of public instruction, and one member of the state corporate commission.
General Jacob Smith, famed for kill and burn orders, is to be placed on the retired list with compulsory retirement. The court martial found him guilty of reprehensible conduct and a violation of the articles of war, sentencing him to a public reprimand by the president. The president approved the sentence and directed retirement, with Secretary Root deeming the conviction just.
The Chicago market on Tuesday July 16 showed a sharp July corn decline with a 2 cent drop to 63 8? percent, as foreigners holding short positions covered later pushing price to 66. The session was described as weak and featureless.
In Stony Point New York on July 16 a state park was dedicated to commemorate the 123rd anniversary of the Wayne victory over the British. A large parade by military and civic groups preceded the ceremonies, with Grand Army veterans West Point cadets and state militia in the march. Governor Odell spoke, followed by Judge Samuel W. Pennypacker the Republican candidate for Pennsylvania governor who gave the historical address.
Titusville Pennsylvania hosts a three day Interstate Association shoot with a large list of well known sportsmen. The program runs for three days with ten events each day.
Little Rock July 16 Arkansas Republicans meet at the state central committee called by Chairman Remmel to map a campaign described as without precedent in scope and ambition for the party in Arkansas. The gathering outlines a bold plan likely to shape the party’s activities across the state.
Rumor circulates in South Hampton that the American liner St Louis, which sailed Saturday for New York, was involved in a collision off Queenstown. No official confirmation yet, details remain unclear.
A powder magazine blast at the Daly West mine near Park City entombed about 100 miners with 33 bodies recovered. The explosion at the 19 foot level shattered communication to Park City and gas filled Ontario mine, casualties feared high as relief crews raced to the scene and many unconscious miners were brought to the surface.
Newton La July 16 The Republican congressional convention of the Sixth district held here today renominated Major John F Lacey of Oskaloom without opposition in a brief harmonious session.
Denver reports robbers who held up a train near Marshall Pass are surrounded by authorities near Middle Creek in Legausche county. It is believed a battle will occur today as the desperate gang is prepared to fight to a finish for their thousands in booty.
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