28 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1905
Page
1
Reports from Washington and Pekin discuss graft accusations involving officials and critics of anti-American sentiment. The piece notes resignations, investigations, and debates over a possible new treaty with China addressing Chinese labor exports and immigration. It also reports U S government moves to secure deposits and increase banknote circulation amid fiscal strain.
Two sisters Lillie Zigler aged 22 and May Zigler aged 8 and Edna Fisher aged 11 from Fleber's Landing were drowned last night while boating on the Columbian at Governor Inland. The bodies were recovered.
July 28 report from Amtherst notes Sir Chenge-long Liang-Chiong, the Chinese minister visiting, discussing brief advices with hopes to quell agitation over the boycott of American foods by Chinese merchants. He stated the government will do what it can to allay tensions and keep cordial Sino American relations, while immigration law interpretation is awaited to ease travel for Chinese families.
Chicago wheat prices firmed at 5 3-4, corn 6 25-8, oats 2h L-8 as reports from the United States market. John Carutt, Philadelphia photographer and inventor of the Carbutt dry plate, died at his home. In Montreat a hearing postponement moved to September 8 after a brief argument today between counsel for Gapner and Grew.
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Funeral services for Ensign Perry, the only commissioned officer killed in the Lonning ton explosion, were held at St Pauls Episcopal church in San Diego. Admiral Goodrich, survivors of the Bennington, crews from the Chicago and other ships, and city county officials attended. Mrs Perry, her mother and sister were present. Remains to be sent to Stockbridge Massachusetts for burial. No new developments reported at the hospital this morning.
Washington July 28 reports indicate Japan will demand neutralization of Vladivostok as part of its peace terms and may propose to return the Able loxt region to fortify Port Arthur. The move could shift views on Vladivostok’s neutralization and impact eastern negotiations amid Japan’s Korea fortifications. New Moscow Governor General appointed M Durnave succeeds Kosloff, signaling extended Russian governance. Persecution of Jews widens with 32 shot at Vilna and 12 lynched at Czestochowa amid ongoing anti Jewish violence.
The city faces a clash between hopes of growth and fears of gambling. Residents worry that open gambling could drive away families and shift Pendleton toward less desirable urban traits. Local leaders emphasize moral upkeep to attract new residents and maintain school town status.
In Walla Walla twelve carpenters employed by James L. Connie quit work at mid morning over a wage dispute with union leaders. Most returned later, but John Collins balked again at 11 o clock. The union meeting decision awaited. In Tokyo, a war minister entertained the American party at the arsenal. Marquis Ito performed an original poem in tribute to the Americans.
The special committee of the Storting unanimously recommended continuing the proposal for a referendum on dissolving the union with Sweden. Wik Peterred, associated with the government, led the proposal.
Professor B M Churchill of Pendleton Business College reports that school patrons from distant countries and regions are keenly interested in Pendleton moral conditions. After canvassing eastern Oregon counties and parts of southern Washington, he notes parents considering relocation or sending children here monitor local schooling and community standards closely.
City council to meet at four this afternoon to consider Southern Carnival Company’s August 14 to August 21 event in the city. The traveling amusement firm seeks approval possibly under judge ofc eselation while details remain unsettled. George Strad, a Bingham Springs high school athlete, suffers a serious left ear infection. surgery may be needed and Dr Cole will decide if Portland specialist care is required.
The meeting of the Wenton Normal board was postponed due to missing members. Funds between 7040 and 8000 dollars have been raised for the soliciting committee, boosting confidence the school will stay open. Regents will not endorse teachers taking on financial responsibility, as law requires school under regents notice. a final decision awaits Colonel Ra ley’s Portland return and a bankers meeting. Researchers and Weston residents will continue raising funds until then.
The report notes corn acreage near 94,256,000 acres, up from last year, with moisture and growing conditions shaping the yield. Prospects suggest a total harvest around 900,100,000 bushels depending on favorable weather. Rye and barley prospects are described as steady, with growing conditions in the corn belt influencing overall cereal outlook.
The Warren Construction Company of Portland secured a contract for about one mile of South Commercial street improvements at a cost near 10 446 dollars. They also contract with Cityene Light & Traction of Salem to furnish light and power for machinery in the rock pit and along the line. An electric railway will be extended from the cemetery to the rock pit over about one and a half miles this week, marking the start of broad street work in the city.
Four men died and two were seriously injured in an eastbound Northern Pacific freight wreck between Myers and Rancher about one mile west of Forsyth Montana. High water washed away a concrete bridge causing the freight to plunge into the opening. The engine and five cars piled into the ditch. The dead include former Wilson engineer Porsyth Kawont Lueifer fireman Forsyth and another unnamed crewmember. The injured include John Campbell brake man Forsyth and another tramp passenger. Bodies of the dead have not yet been recovered at the scene.
Tow motors one of fifteen and the other of twenty five will be installed with arrangements for resumption of work. Manager Verguson expects a very successful season and a broader market. Two motors, 15 and 25 HP, will power plant machinery for scouring wet finishing and warp work. John Vaughan oversees installation. Wood Welch of Philadelphia directs. The wool mill orders are contracted and ready, with old and new workers joining.
New Orleans reports a coordinated effort to combat yellow fever with a state quarantine and city ward organization. A yellow fever hospital is prepared, boats undergo inspection, and authorities target all businesses by rating, while three deaths are noted elsewhere.
News from San Francisco reports a cyclone that struck the Caroling islands causing widespread ruin. Deaths, injuries, leveled houses, and inundated villages follow the storm as Rev. Irving M. Channon describes the devastation after arriving aboard the Morning Star. The missionary recounts children torn from parents and a perilous escape, noting serious injuries to Miss Louise Wilson in California.
Advices from Micharest Roumania report a plot to take the life of the sultan of Turkey discovered at Kustenje. A quantity of grain and hazardous materials was seized.
Wimiming the channel from Dover on July 28, T. W Burwess began swimming the strait and by 2 20 pm was half a mile from shore with good prospects of completing the crossing as planned.
Van Gener Vestifies, Portland July 25, testified in his own behalf with Congressman Williamson present, claiming complete control over an alleged dispute and denying the charges.
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