05 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
1
The article chronicles a long journey by the president visiting many remote towns along the canal route. It notes reception by Beveridge and Secretary Wilson, humorous telegrams, and a dinner in San Francisco. It mentions plans for Oyster Bay and possible installation at the White House, with commentary on the canal commission and pending decisions.
Mrs Roosevelt prepares for a summer stay at Oyster Bay likely before July 1 if the president remains in Washington. The children, out of school next week, look forward to hunting, fishing, swimming, and sailing with the president, enjoying a family summer vacation.
In New York on June 5, efforts to float the giant steamship Deut chland grounded in Ged hey channel failed. A further attempt will be made at high tide this afternoon as the bow remains embedded in soft mud and no danger to the vessel is reported.
Grangeville Ohio hosts Denison University alumni and friends for the annual commencement week. The week begins with the Shepardson Conservatory senior recital this evening and continues with ceremonies and pleasures leading to the graduation exercises next Thursday morning.
In Rome on June, the pope’s condition is reported as improved from yesterday though he remains extremely weak and emaciated. The Vatican press notes a fragile state with gradual recovery, while medical staff monitor vitals and provide supportive care.
H M St Cyr known as Hair Oil Pete shot and killed A Edmond at Pagett Lake after a quarrel over mining property. He surrendered at Meadows and was taken to Weiser. a famed Oregon railroad man and promoter, St Cyr had long ties to Thunder Mountain mining and O R N steam operations.
Grain markets report from Minneapolis and Chicago on June 6 notes weak cables delaying advances, Argentina weather hampering movement, and strong cash demand with foreigners bidding higher. Forecasts predict more rain in the Southwest, suggesting buying on all recessions from current values as the market remains firm.
Dense smoke and vast wildfires spread from New Jersey to Maine and Vermont. Fires destroy miles of railroad, thousands of acres of timber, and whole towns as hundreds fight blazes with uncertain rain as relief. Authorities warn destruction could reach a million dollars.
Washington dispatch reports General Chatfeee forwarded Gainesville Ga plea for aid after a cyclone left 1500 people dependent on charity and 2000 injured. Four thousand rations and medical supplies were requested from Fort McPherson. Philippine hurricane also feared extensive damage with ships lost off Camotes and Ormoc.
A Black man named Walker, arrested after a violent episode, is believed by authorities to be the suspect who fatally harmed Elizabeth Leroy in Oakland and buried her body in a backyard. He is confined in a county jail straight jacket awaiting San Francisco police identification.
England's Premier Lord Salisbury III is afflicted with a sudden illness in London. An official bulletin from his residence says he has chills but shows signs of improvement. The Central News Bureau reports his condition remains serious and his family has been telegraphed.
Vienna observes Dr Valentin lift in balloon Jupiter to 22 000 feet marking a new world record for high ascent. The achievement followed yesterday's ascent, highlighting advancements in balloon aviation and science.
June 6 reports from Topeka St Louis and East St Louis recount rising flood danger and debris. Three more bodies found. vast slime coats Union Depot floors. Water works back but unusable. rail lines and cities brace for further disruption. In Topeka Washburn College founder Dr Peter McVicar dies at 76.
A German prince Hein Heriin or Maximilian, head of the Isemberg line, perished by fire at his Wachterbach castle. The report notes extremely hot conditions in San Francisco with the thermometer at 2 degrees at 7 o clock and expected to rise tomorrow.
Washington June 5 Grand jury in ten minutes signals indictment in Machen case. No witnesses. prosecutors expect charges of bribery tied to nearly $19,000 from Groff Brothers via associates in mining. Machen pleads innocence as court date set for next fall. American squadron arrives Kiel as Kalver tour to Scandinavia begins.
A party of German scientists traveled by a special train comprising a baggage car a chair car and two Pullman cars. The train left at 7 20 am and arrived on No 6 at five o clock where they took breakfast in Walla Walla.
Meacham creek and North Fork improve for trout fishing with large crowds reported by railroad men at multiple spots. The season shows strong sport on Huron as well with anglers enjoying productive catches despite unspecified dates.
Judge Billa recessed court after the Weston jury convicted the defendant. Sentencing will occur in a few days, with the verdict described as plain to the jurors. Other jury cases are deemed insignificant and will be continued during recess for civil suits settlement.
In Chicago on June 5 fourteen downtown hotels faced walkouts with nine more possible as unions cut coal gas and water to strikers. Two hundred guests of the Grand Palace and 400 of the Chicago Beach hotels either ate breakfast prepared by staff or dined elsewhere. Hotelkeepers and union committees planned talks at 2 pm. Spokane trouble looms as the chamber aided mill owners to hire replacements, and mill workers vow a broad building trades walkout if demands aren’t met by Monday.
The West on Oregon Normal School prepares a graduation schedule for June with events including a Baccalaureate sermon on June 8 followed by musical recital and address by Rev M H Marvin on June 10. Alumni association activities and an annual address by ex-president M O Royal are listed. Public invitation is extended to the community.
The sixteenth annual cloning exercises of St Josephs Academy will be held at Frasers opera house next Tuam day eight June beginning at 7:80. The school year has been eminently successful and the letters of St Francie feel jointly proud of the record made. Attendance during the past year has been satisfactory in every way and the progress made by the scholars is a matter of pride to parents and teachers.
Martha Edgerton died at the family home near Meacham from a complication of diseases. She was 32 and leaves six small children. The funeral was held at the residence with Rev. Johnson officiating. Special Agent Newton Ford of Equitable Savings & Loan Association visited Walls Walla after Pendleton, representing a Portland backed investment firm gaining prominence.
Miss Jessie Shepherd, principal at the home school, plans a morning departure for Chicago to visit her parents and friends for the summer.
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