Fierce Moro Battle At Volcano Crater Reported
Washington reports a fierce clash at a volcanic crater between Moros and American forces in Mindanao. Captain Taylor Nichols and three others were killed. Amill the outlaw chief is said to be among the dead. Major Shaw led the right wing. Nichols commanded the left. The action followed disarmament efforts and was described as the fiercest since American occupation.
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Washington
Taylor Nichols
Philippine Scouts
War Department
Manila
Amill
Bell
Shaw
Nichols
Steamer Yukon Grounds On Unimak Island
A wireless message from Unalaska reports the steamer Yukon of the Alaska Coast company ashore on Unimak island while en route from Seattle to the Bering Sea. All passengers are safe. The wreck occurred Wednesday night. Revenue cutter Tacoma is en route to assist.
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Yukon
Alaska Coast Company
lKevenne
Unalaska
Bering Sea
Seattle
Unimak Island
Tacoma
Teacue
Reward payment dispute over Quimby killing
Notice states a portion of the reward for Giles Quimby in the John Tornew killing must go to Lathrop heirs relatives. An attorney sought injunction to stop county payout unless the transfer is made.
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Lathrop
Aberdeen
Giles Quimby
John Tornew
Quimby
Rain Brings Benefit to Farmers Across Indian Empire
Rain falls broadly across the Indian Empire, helping crops and boosting farmer fortunes. The main impact is favorable moisture while hay makes limited gains, with several thousand dollars tied to improved yields for local growers.
Pendleton Rose Show to Become a Permanent Feature
The rose show held yesterday in Pendleton drew large crowds and enthusiastic support for making the event a regular annual feature. Organizers report growing interest in roses, expect more and better varieties, and possible rose bush sales this fall and next spring. The event filled Bugle-Woodman hall with thousands viewing the exhibits while plans consider a small admission fee to finance future festivals.
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Pendleton
Bugle-Woodman Hall
Milton
Pr. I. A. Temple
First Authentic Account of Commissions in Mexico
Eye witness report from June 13 San Diego describes a May battle near Santa Rosa with federal troops routed by rebels. It notes 1100 to 1200 losses out of about 2000, prisoners forced into the army, and growing federal collapse under Huerta. Rebels poised to advance on Mexico City.
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Mesiow
San Diego
Huerta
Santa Rosa
May
Guyamas
Palma
Mexico City
Rainfall recorded at Averill home reaches three quarters inch
A local weather observer BE. F. Averill notes last night’s rain and through noon today totaling 0.77 inches. The measurement marks a substantial shower within the 24 hour period.
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BE. F. Averill
Rain benefits Umatilla county farmers with forecasted harvest gains
Heavy rainfall across Umatilla county and extending to Waittebure area and Pasco yields strong optimism for a good crop. Farmers, grain buyers, and locals say the rain boosts moisture and overall yields, though some hay fields may suffer if hot sun returns soon.
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Umatilla County
Inland Empire
Umatilla
Waittebure
Pasco
Picot Rock
Adams-Athena
Round-Up Band in Concert Tonight
The Round-up band conducts a weekly concert on Malin street directed by Chauncy Haines with Eugene Molitor as soloist. The program includes Overture Poet and Peasant and selections like Idyl The Mill in the Forest and Chimes of Normandy.
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Malin Street
Chauncy Haines
Eugene Molitor
Col. Sullivan
Fiebig
Sargent Pai
Soros
Ellenberg
Eugene Moliter
Chimes
Normandy
Martial Law Ends In West Virginia Coal War
Governor Hatfield ends martial law in the West Virginia coal fields by proclamation. Senate investigators may report rights violations by authorities, and charges about miners interfering with mail at company stores are substantiated. Court actions concern Sherman law indictments against United Mine Workers leaders amid union threats and presidential interest.
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Charleston
W. Va
West Virginia
Hatfield
Senate
Davis
United Mine Workers
Major Lacey
Iowa
John P White
Supreme Court
United States
Eastern
Borah
Avis
Man Cecil Pettijohn Identified as Dalles Desperado
The Dalles Oregon June 13 special report states Cecil Pettijohn of Dayton Washington was positively identified as the man killed Tuesday after wrecking through the countryside and terrorizing settlers. A half brother Tom Pettijohn viewed the body and said the man had lived in California with his mother before an estrangement. Authorities note no known insanity and plan burial arrangements for Pettijohn in Dayton.
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Dalles
Ore
Cecil Pettijohn
Dayton
Wash
Tom Pettijohn
California
Oregon
Pet
Artie Harriman
Outlaw
Tanamuck
Harriman Ranch
Misa Bessie McCullough
Echo
Desperado
Milton Strawberry Day and Horse Show Opens
Milton Oregon hosts its annual Strawberry Day and Horse Show with visitors from Walla Walla and nearby cities. A $400 prize cup for horse classes, affordable strawberries, and a full program including a Dairy Interests address by Dr. James Withycombe. Events begin 10 a.m. with band, speeches, and concerts, followed by a 1 p.m. horse show parade and a 4 p.m. Weston versus Milton-Freewater ball game.
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Milton
Ore
Walla Walla
Commercial Club of
James Withycombe
Oregon Agricultural College
H. A. Williams
W.G. Hillghes
0. A. Cy
Hinora Campbell
Victor Orr
M. Peterson
Pendleton
Columbia College Orchestra
Main Street
Weston
Milton-Freewater
Aviator Killed In Joy Ride Plane Crash
Andrew Drew, pupil of Orville Wright, was killed yesterday afternoon in Lima while attempting a playful joy ride. The biplane caught fire, plummeted 200 feet, and burned as bystanders pulled his body from the wreckage.
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Lima
Andrew Drew
Orville Wright
Drew
King Cancels Windsor Garden Party Invitations
London reports fear of suffragette violence led to the king canceling his Windsor garden party arrangements for June 21. Invitations were ready to mail when the cancellation was ordered by the king personally.
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London
Windsor
Death Attempt by Own Action Tied to Love Affair
Dora Bellinski a 20 year old in San Francisco allegedly attempted suicide to prevent a love affair. Morphine and strychnine were found beside her but hospital staff treated her and doctors later concluded the clergy gave her harmless mixtures. The incident appeared to be precipitated by her father's opposition to the romance.
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Dora Bellinski
San Francisco
Gerause
Money Raised for Pendleton Fourth Celebration
Pendleton plans a two day Fourth of July celebration with novel features for locals and visitors. By noon today $1,045 of a $2,000 goal had been subscribed as the committee urges further donations to ensure a successful event.
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Pendleton
Oysters King Fatally Shoots Financier in Dispute
In New Orleans on June 13 Micho Ziblitch, noted oyster king and director of two mining interests, killed George Margarette, head of two companies, after a quarrel over stock payments. The killer described Margarette as a frenzied financier and said he was glad to have killed him.
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New Orleans
Micho Ziblich
George Margarette
Margarette
Arctic Explorer Ready to Sail for Nome
Victor June 13 report: Steffansen announces Arctic expedition to start from Esquimalt on Tuesday aboard the whaler Karluk. The vessel will proceed to Nome to take on board the explorer and scientists, who will sail from Seattle.
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Victor
Steffansen
Esquimault
Karluk
Nome
Seattle
Milwaukee Stork Records Thirteen Births Before Dawn
On Friday morning June 18 at the Milwaukee Maternity Hospital a total of thirteen babies were born before dawn. Five boys and eight girls arrived as the city welcomed new arrivals.
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Filwavkes
Milwaukee Stork
Freight rates must be paid in advance for fruit shipments
Seattle June 13 fruit growers across the northwest are warned that no shipments will be forwarded unless freight is paid in advance or guaranteed by a responsible person or bank. The move follows losses last season when fruit sales failed to cover transport costs and railroads refuse to take chances this season.
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Seattle
Northwest
Favors Amendment to the Constitution Granting Equal Suffrage
The item reports advocacy for a constitutional amendment to grant equal suffrage nationwide. Supporters urge universal voting rights and constitutional protection for all citizens. The piece notes proposed timelines and political backing from allied groups.
Senate Suffrage Report Urges Women Voting Rights
Washington June 14 The senate suffrage committee endorsed Senator Chamberlain's constitutional amendment enfranchising women. The report urges passage and says suffrage is justified by tests of citizenship while avoiding discussion of sex equality. Catrom opposed. supporters include Ashurst Owen Hollie Ransdell Clapp Jones Sutherland. The report argues franchise strengthens government and fairness.
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Washington
Ashurst
Arizona
Senate Suffrage Committee
Chamberlain
Catrom
Thomas
Owen
Hollie
Ransdell
Clapp
Jones and Sutherland
In Person Pensions Rule For Widows Told By Judge Maloney
County Judge J W Maloney orders widows seeking pensions to apply in person at the courthouse to avoid attorney fees and better reveal case merits. If in person filing is impossible, a special agent will investigate. The law grants aid to widows whose husbands die or are institutionalized and who cannot work. Divorced widows or those with sufficient support do not qualify. A $10 monthly pension is available per child under 16, with higher amounts for multiple children, and children must live with the mother to keep homes intact.
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Chiildren
J. W. Maloney
Henry B. Sewell Extradition Bid Over Money Scheme
In June at Tee Angeles Henry B. Sewell sought return to New York to be by his wife's bedside for their expected baby. He faced extradition on charges of fleecing wealthy youths in a $100 fund scheme, insisting no crime was committed and vowing exoneration. He allegedly gained the youths’ confidence to persuade them to entrust him with funds.
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Tee Angeles
Henry B. Sewell
New York
Ukiah Resident H Mossie Visits County Offices
Pioneer resident H Mossie was in Ukiah today to conduct business at the county recorder's offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H Mossie
Ukiah
County Recorder
Rooming House Collapse Kills One in Vancouver
A three story rooming house collapsed in Vancouver British Columbia causing one death and nine injuries. The collapse, attributed to faulty construction and defective concrete, trapped victim Harry Anderson under timbers of a wall with no chance for others to escape.
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Vancouver
B.C
Harry Anderson
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Boho
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Wish Clerk
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Anadarko
Susie Church
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