31 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1905
Page
1
Reports from Warsaw and Saint Petersburg describe large iron works shut down by strikes and clashes with troops. Ten thousand workers idle as the strike spreads, while Russian authorities pledge to prosecute the war to its end.
A Statesman letter from Pat H. Raschee corrects misidentifications after a July 31 explosion on Big Crook. It states the injured sheepherder was William Borden, not William Morden, and notes confusion over being related to the Bordens of condensed milk fame. The writer also suggests the injured may include Larry Phelan instead of Larry Chelan.
A riot in Gla feo Bluefields Virginia on July 11 ended with three dead and ten injured, including several fatally, as Americans and Malians fought.
In Celebes, Dutch forces defeat Boni rebels after bombardment of Badju on July 28. Seven warships bombarded the capital, troops landed, and fierce land fighting followed. Rebels report 256 dead. Dutch losses were three killed and 24 wounded.
The Cyilles reports the lowest bid for canal construction at Ce No wor as Smith & Jones at 204201.70 dollars. Plans to forward bids to Washington for approval precede letting, with work possible within 34 days and completion by December 41, 1408. Also noted is a Portland mill suit over a 10000 dollar collision loss involving The Dalles, Spencer, and the steamer Charles R Spencer. A new mining firm in Beattie Washington seeks to develop iron, gold, and copper deposits in southern Oregon with Seattle interests.
New Orleans reports light quarantine tightening as yellow fever cases rise in Louisiana and Mississippi. Travelers face health certificates, with many passengers rejected or detained. The Proteus arrives at quarantine. crews cleared. Towns extend shotgun quarantines and business suffers as freight traffic stalls. Governor Vardaman faces criticism amid panicked measures and enforcement across the region.
Copenhagen July reports suggest Emperor Wilhelm’s arrival signals a semi official stay. The court seeks to show courtesy while public opinion views the trip as a political move by the government, possibly aiming to close the Baltic Sea to warships except for neighboring nations.
Washington and Seattle reports detail unofficial Chinese merchant campaigns to retaliate against U S law via boycotts, with Cabinet members debating Taft’s stance. Treasury notes, customs revenue gains, and a July deficit context emerge as officials weigh responses to exclusion laws and anti Chinese sentiment.
Saratoga July 31 The lid was lifted today as the annual Racing association meeting began. Track conditions are heavy from rain. The feature is a $10,000 handicap for 3-year-olds led by Beldam Tanyaor among 12 rivals. Spa hosts wide open for all games. Albany July 31 Governor Higgins noted no official call on lid status.
Kansas City July 1 report that Pittsburgh capitalists near completion of options on all wells yielding 10,000 barrels daily and will build a pipe from Chanute Kansas to Port Arthur Texas to supply the largest refinery in the world A Pirithh company is interested and a strong fight will be made against the Standard.
Ernest Starr nephew of Congressman Wil Jiameon testified this morning in the land fraud trial against William. Starr errored on recall, undermining earlier statements. Heney began the closing argument as the defense and prosecution wrap up.
Five detainees at Lumberton detention camp attempted to escape this morning. When they refused to halt, guards fired, killing two and wounding three. State Health Officer Donald reported the only original case remaining at Lumberton, with the patient improving.
Several thousand hear Mayor Edward F. Dunn defend his stance and pledge that Chicago will own its street car system soon. He rebuts claims he recanted municipal ownership and predicts a national wave toward public control of transit.
Portland July 31 ex Judge Delt Stuart prominent attorney of Portland man of the Masons Knights of Pythias and odd orders ex district judge of laws and ex mayor of Creeds Town dies at St Vincent's hospital from an operation. The death was sudden after an operation 11 days ago. Born in Zanesville Ohio in 1844.
In Springfield a riot erupted during a Saturday night council meeting as an alderman was kidnapped and another beaten. Police drew revolvers, a young lawyer Lawler was arrested without charges, and a camp session followed to discuss extending a private firm’s contract to run the city lighting plant, with the old extension set to expire at midnight.
Noble J. Dilday resigns as general manager for Indiana at Equitable Life Assurance Society. He cites business troubles and unrest with second vice president G B Tarbell. He compares departure to leaving home and notes faith in officers prior to an April independent committee investigation.
Sauniere, an aeronaut, and a fellow passenger escaped serious harm when their balloon descended abruptly and broke through the glass roof of the Grand Palace. The wicker basket protected them as the craft came to rest on the roof.
Lincoln Nebraska July 31 lawyer C F Andrew a prominent figure is missing though officials say he is on a hunting trip in the Platte river woods. Hunting parties are organized to search amid fears of foul play.
District Attorney G. W. Phelps ordered Sheriff Taylor to close all Pendleton saloons on Sundays following violations of the Sunday closing law. All offenses will be prosecuted separately, with fines likely totaling about 250 dollars per offense before the October circuit court term.
San Diego July 31 G Hallets of Bakersfield California wed this morning, recording the 85th victim of the Heamnineian explosion. Six offers are in serious condition, with F J Muller among the worst. Hallett suffered greatly, burned severely with only eight square inches of sound skin and was insane from the pain.
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