17 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1903
Page
1
The Vatican reports ongoing care for the pope with near-term surgery possible. Doctors discuss uncertain diagnosis and the chance of continued monitoring until night. Cardinal Gibbons is noted as recalled to Paris while Pope remains under medical attention.
An explosion last night killed twelve people and injured eight as flames and debris tore through a city area. Authorities say a secondary blast may have occurred earlier, with emergency responders including fire units racing to the scene and securing the vicinity.
Fragmentary report describes an anthropological discovery in Mintanae Missouri, mentioning a ceremony or event on July 17 and a fire at Watoharinn that followed an explosion or spontaneous combustion in a monument, with an estimated 200,000 casualties or damage.
In a federal execution scene at the stockade, Charles Barrett is executed for killing John Hennessy for money. Dark Wright, a woman, is executed for whipping a child to death and mutilating the corpse to mislead investigators. Wright’s attorney sought clemency from President Roosevelt, but the transcript and crime’s nature led to the punishment.
In Kinderhook New York July 17 three Vanwormer boys Wills Burton Mann Prisderick now awaiting trial at Dannenville will come in for a share of the estate of their uncle Peter A Halleniinck who murdered Java Christmas. He left real estate and about 5000 in personal property. Mrs Hutlentinck the widow died last week and it has been found she died in will. The Vanwormer nephews will have a claim on the estate and are sure to secure an apportionment of the funds.
In Chicago on July 17 a jury awarded $2.00 in a libel case brought by Samel Priddie against Dowie and The devil triumphs. Priddie claims to be Samuel Second and says Dowie disclosed two stories as confessor without consent. In Berlin on July 17 reports state the Sultan of Turkey is ill and doctors prescribe absolute rest.
Rioting raged near Kellogg Switchboard as police guarded non strikers placed in jobs. Arrests rose to 87 with crowds booing workers. Courts upheld ban on picketing at Kellogg plant while guards escorted replacements. By noon calm returned under heavy security.
Glencore and Wily We The Stellaner Conaliittion meet Columbia after a two week cost in a trial race off Mattineott. First day fuel point on the New York Yacht is delayed as wind and weather condition causes postponement.
A terse report notes a major shooting tournament at the McQueen Gun Range in Michigan. July 17 event details mention participants from Leabdirien Sen Pranciae and West, with State Senator George H Whiligame among the attendees. The article references a notable scorer near age 21 and highlights the event as part of a large engagement in New York.
Washington reports an intently phrased dispatch seeking a hearing before the Russian emperor on the condition of Jews in Russia. The State Department released a July 17 statement noting the petition's complex diplomatic handling and potential impact on future Russo American relations.
Peter MacArthur, head of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, died while addressing a meeting in Whine Canada after collapsing on the platform. He had served as chief engineer for over a decade and was a leading figure in the union and the ARW.
A July report details the Southern Whitertoal end Literary Society formed by Southern birth residents, with officers including Mayor McColoch as president and FG Gwyphe as secretary. A new opera house is planned for Nampa July 1, with funding efforts mentioned and hospitality developments in the town.
Men from the American squadron embark on a morning voyage to a new port as orders shift amid a busy naval schedule in Pornemouth England. The fleet moves with purpose, details scarce, tensions high, and the day marks a responsive repositioning.
In Gruit's Pom July 7 reports say walls of smoke and flames threaten deer habitats in the southern Onpegen county. Officials note a few minor fines imposed, while the government expands timber data and warns of continuing fire risk amid sparse rainfall and hot conditions.
At the Louisville Republican convention July 17 the Belknap and Wilson factions clash over seating the Loueville delegation. The credentials and resolutions report praised Roosevelt and McKinley, while factions pressed for Brady's nomination amid party unity efforts and questions about future nominations.
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