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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
1
Eyewitness accounts describe a catastrophic flood that swept Main Street and beyond, leaving town buried under wreckage. Descriptions mention bodies, destroyed homes, and cattle carried away, with relief workers aiding rescue and cleanup as the river and mountains unleashed a massive drift of debris toward Lexington.
Fragmentary report mentions 6 new workers and nine miles to clear. References water depth up to 30 feet and heavy rain that obscured food deliveries. No clear locations or dates. Details are inconsistent and partially garbled.
Portland reports a critical river stage as the Columbia nears a predicted standstill. Water remains at four feet, with a forecasted three day pause before further changes depend on mountain snowpack in Montana and British Columbia. Farmers fear flooding could force livestock to higher ground if water rises another foot.
Anderson Indiana June 16 growth of the Fraternal Order of Eagles shown by large attendance at the first state convention with delegations from Indianapolis Miracle Terre Haute Fort Wayne and other towns. Officials predict at least forty local lodges will be started within a year as the program includes three dives and provisions for lavish entertainment alongside order affaires.
June 18 in Lexington Ky. Twen Foe, a principal witness in the fort case, moved his family here this morning in search of employment and safety. He abandoned Jackson as a future residence, saying he fears for his life.
The American Book Company through Frank A Pitepatrick reached an agreement with Montana's state text book commission to unionize its plants as the agency considers bids for school books. The move follows a law requiring contracts only for books with the union label, and ends a long-standing clash with the International Typographical Union.
Quotation notes from R L Boulter Minneapolis on June 18 report wheat affected by heavy rains across the winter wheat belt causing damage and signaling higher prices for short sellers. Corn figures show opening and closing variations amid weather concerns and market activity.
A sweeping Heppner flood leaves miles of Willow creek valley washed away and many destitute, with relief funds and volunteers rushing to aid. Mayor Hatley and others organize aid while Freewater and Portland report generous subscriptions and mail relief efforts. The disaster destroys homes, buries bodies, and orphaned children await care as rescue continues.
Natives of Tutuila Samoa express strong patriotism and request U S support for the St Louis exposition. New Zealand officials aboard Mapouruka visit harbor villages and view Samoan dances. Memorial Day observed in Pago Pago with sailors honored. USS Wheeling repaired at Auckland, due in Tutuila by month’s end.
The Virginia State Banker's Association conference opens in Lynchburg with Oliver J. Sands of Richmond presiding. Sessions run through tomorrow with plans for addresses by former Secretary of the Treasury Lyman J. Gage, MB Tigalla of the Big Four, and other noted financiers.
In Louisville Kentucky on June 18 by order of Commissioner White Mills the distiller was transferred from the customs collector to the United States marshal. The district attorney is contesting a federal suit for confiscation of property recently seized by the government for alleged revenue law violations.
James Petrie of Lakeview recounts a tragic June 11 incident in Umatilla County in which his 17 year old son was killed when a gun discharged while trying to free a stuck cart. Petrie’s elder son was also murdered for life money by unknown assailants days earlier.
London June 18 The Redmond amendment to the tribandail was defeated in the commons by 17 to 75. The defeat is likely to delay passage of the measure and may lead to its eventual rejection.
In Indianapolis on June 18, A B R Tal bott of Lincoln Nebraska was elected head coneur of the Modern Woodmen. Major Hawes of Rock Island was elected head clerk and Attbew Bort of Beloit a banker was named another officer.
Interviews with fund subscribers reveal mixed views on whether to transfer money to Heppner relief or continue the Fourth of July celebration. A council meeting tonight will decide if the fund is to be withdrawn or the celebration proceeds, with townspeople offering opinions and urging support for Heppner or local festivities.
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