31 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1909
Page
1
Ozar Vis Press of France is noted in a brief item from an archival page. The entry highlights the press as a French entity and its involvement in regional publishing matters, reflecting midcentury press activity. The note emphasizes the press’s identity and its engagement with local readers.
In Cherbourg France on July 21 the czar of Russia and the president of France exchanged visits. The czarina and children arrived aboard the royal yacht Standardt with a warship fleet. They dined with President Fallieres aboard the French cruiser Verlte.
A midnight blaze destroyed the Kirk & Turner store and an adjacent old schoolhouse in Pilot Rock, causing estimated losses of 10 000 to 12 000 dollars with about half insured. The City Hotel caught fire but suffered little damage. Authorities suspect incendiary origin tied to saloon politics. a bucket brigade saved surrounding buildings. The town hall Swearingen building also faced heat damage while water supply hindered fighting efforts.
President Taft’s yacht aided 20 men swept into Sncw river when a power boat capsized last night. Two men remain missing and are feared drowned. The yacht crew acted quickly and heroically in the icy water near Biddeforts Pool Maine.
Mrs Elizabeth Sturdivant of Ukiah died at her home early this morning from illness in old age. She was 87, a Virginia native who moved to California, then Oregon, before settling in Ukiah 25 years ago with five children Ed M E C B Joe N L Sturdivant. Glenn Sturdivant left for Ukiah today to attend the funeral.
Fank Johnson eloped with Walter Romason’s wife after taking four horses, the party reached Adams before being captured by Indian police. They were jailed in Pendleton and await a federal court appearance in Portland. The wife was lectured and released. Johnson faces possible new term after prior horse theft.
OND Fair Board President C. E. Northwestern urges readiness for exhibits. With Roosevelt backing, the board vows to improve the fair and seeks cooperation from horticulturists, farmers, stockmen, merchants, and the public to boost district representation from Uma tin and Morrow counties. Farmers should arrange exhibit hires now.
Reports to the government indicate at least 500 killed in an earthquake that struck yesterday morning. Five towns believed ruined and several more partially wrecked, with Chilapa most severely damaged and possibly wiped out. Washington notes no new severe shocks beyond those already felt.
A sequence of severe earthquake shocks rattled Mexico City and neighboring areas from Quertaro to Caxson, over 1000 square miles. The first quake struck at 4:18 am, tolling bells and causing walls to collapse. A second quake drove people into the streets as tall buildings swayed and several houses fell, leaving six dead in the city and environs.
Andrew Morek and Harry Mitchel were taken to Portland by detectives Day and Snow and will be arraigned on no charge of the holdup and robbery of four men. They were arrested in Tacoma by detectives Milne and Miller Wednesday evening. Mitchell confessed involvement in Portland holdups with Morek, admitting $62.85 stolen in four robberies and implicating Morek in other crimes.
In Berkeley Call July 31 a man described as a Mexican or Negro attacked two women in the fashionable Rexi Dech area. He struck Mrs. Fred Williams as she watered her plants, then pursued another woman, Mrs. Reed, before fleeing as bystanders restrained him. The assailant vanished into the crowd.
Olympia, Washington reports a high court decision declaring all saloon licenses required for social clubs. The ruling, delivered by Justice J. R. Baughman, upholds penalties for clubs violating city liquor laws.
Madrid reports flagging throne stability as King Alphonso weighs dismissing the Interior Minister Laderva amid public anger. In Barcelona two hundred rioters were court martialed and shot, while insurrection persists in the suburbs and officials claim the main threat is contained though fighting continues for days.
Edward Hines of Chicago, president of the National Lumber Manufacturers Association, argued that cutting the duty on lumber will not reduce prices. He noted lumber passes through many hands from forest to consumer, limiting any benefit from the tariff reduction. He predicted a general business revival, except for the number, after a tariff settlement calms commerce.
Vancouver July reports suggest Canadian Pacific plans a short line between Spokane and Vancouver. The company has acquired the Midway Vernon charter, unfinished by promoters, and aims to complete a section within a year as a direct response to Al's entry into Canadian Pacific territory.
Cordova Alaska July The first American railroad in Alaska began operation today The regular schedule started on the Copper River and Northwestern with fifty three miles of track completed Passenger rate is fifteen cents per mile The road is owned by the GusgenhelmMorgan syndicate
Attorney General Crawford reported on the Deschutes irrigation project after investigation. News notes inequitable water distribution concerns as landowners aim to restore fairness and avoid large water holes in the valley, with efforts toward a harmonized solution.
Weston Ore July 31. O M Richmond and two daughters with Mrs Preston were in a large auto that failed brakes while backing down a grade near the depot. The car plunged over a high bank but all occupants escaped injury, though shaken. The machine sustained severe damage with three wheels ruined and the body badly bent.
Osaka July 31 one fourth of Osaka is burned and five thousand houses destroyed. Fire threatens to engulf remaining districts as the aqueduct dries up. Dynamite is used and troops arrive to control panicked residents while efforts to stop the blaze continue.
In Osaka July 31 intense heat hampered firefighting as canals were blocked and firemen battled blazes from a destroyed aqueduct. The army fought the flames amid constant explosions while a high wind drove toward unburned districts. Osaka, a city of over a million and Japan’s commercial center, loses many historic structures to the fire.
The Statesman notes Salem’s busiest July on record with rising investment in local real estate. Wealth flows into properties as residents seek opportunities, marking a strong period for the market.
Federal Judge R S Bean visits Pendleton and urges Congress to increase the post office and federal court building appropriation. He notes current funds are inadequate for a full federal court, expects sessions to be held locally, and calls for action while the site is set and before construction begins.
The steam schooner Winnebago under Captain Turner struck a rock off Point Arena this morning and is feared total loss. Fifteen crewmen are missing with two relief ships dispatched from San Francisco. details on the fate of the crew are unclear and reports are sparse.
San Francisco reports a strong push to stage the next national irrigation congress in Spokane. A boosters party will tour with a lecturer and a photographic exhibit to aid the campaign, with support pledged by the O R and N and the S P.
J N X Burges, president of the State Wool Growers Association, says Oregon sheep prospects are the best in years with high prices and a strong summer and winter range. He cites heavy snow followed by frequent spring and summer showers creating lush, tall, green grass, signaling good winter range and extended mountain grazing.
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