26 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
1
The St Louis platform splits as the Gold Democrats reject the tariff for revenue, endorsing a minority report while reaffirming the national platform. A Bronx judge’s mime fuels debate as the convention distances from ownership plots and calls for anti trust measures.
Fragmentary OCR mentions readers, Brooklyn democracy, and fleeting references to an announced determination. It hints at political alignment, allies of fusionists, and a looming “new orientation veil” without clear names, dates, or outcomes.
The report describes a case where Harold D. Reed enticed Laura Stickler of Cincinnati to a Chicago hotel. The assailant escaped through a window, and the condition of the girl was noted as serious. Authorities indicate she may be crippled, with further details pending.
Fragmentary report from June describes reactions to a Jewish petition and government response. Widespread uncertainties about acceptance and possible outcomes reflect a cautious, undecided attitude among officials and the public.
Fire destroyed an abattoir plant in Cincinnati this morning, causing extensive damage estimated at 800000 dollars. The fire also damaged the Petersburg plant, with additional losses reported and investigations to determine the cause ongoing.
After a seven week tour of the United States the German delegation returns home. The group leader praises the American people and notes agricultural experiments at Glen as a revelation. They say they came to study American methods and plan to care for home defense.
The World’s Fair Company has spent about half a million dollars in cash so far this year. An auditing committee of the national commission reports that $6,000,000 in congressionally appropriated funds will be allowed to be used for the fair between now and September. Expenditure must await approval by the secretary of the treasury and applicable rules. The committee will forward its report to Washington, and funds will be disbursed only under required regulations once government approval is granted.
Quotations from Coe Commission Company report rain disruptions in North Dakota. Wheat rises briefly by 2% cents then holds around 4 dollars as traders react to weather and anticipated future shifts. Chicago and Minneapolis notes show futures activity and price movements amid mixed signals.
The article describes Margum, the judge Thomas Mae cum of Mineaged, fleeing for his life after a murder connected to Jett and White. Torn clothes, penniless, with no ticket or baggage, he escaped by train from Lexington to Jackson, seeking aid from Senator Stone and friends to avoid assassination.
In Sterling and Topeka Kansas heavy rains caused the Arkansas River to rise flood levels reach bank full and debris. Homes were moved to higher ground while smaller houses suffered from damaged foundations. Kansas City area reports sewer plans discussed with bond election next steps. Bound over for forgery in Grande case. Race riots feared in Wilmington as militia standby and multiple arrests reported.
Under Military Protection in Richmond Virginia on June 26 there are no disturbances today. All street cars are running while militia guard the cars the power house and other principal connections throughout the city.
Four violent shocks rocked Budesth on June 26, toppling several houses and causing likely structural damage across the town. Residents reported loud tremors and shaking furniture as authorities began assessing casualties and building safety.
The Oregon state commission for the Lewis and Clark Fair announces formal organization and readiness to start collecting and classifying oxindis. The board says work will begin very soon with prepared staff and procedures in place.
Reports from Heppner describe a costly disaster with bodies found yesterday. Commitees and labor plans surface to clear debris and recover remains. Pilot Rock and Pendleton volunteers assist under Jon Carter. Recovery crews work methodically down the drift while authorities coordinate funds and relief.
News item reports an informal yacht party attended by Sir Thon Lipton and Mrs Lipton with President Roosevelt in the White House, including Molly and others. It notes invitations extended to Mr Roosevelt to witness events aboard the Erin, amid mentions of amnesty for murder and other political chatter in Belgrade and Washington circles. The piece mixes disparate names and topics, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century gossip tone.
Reported today from Kiel says the Kaiser steers an American made yacht in a race between the Meteor and the Comet. The event draws notable guests including Prince Henry and Vanderbilt. In Haber City, June 24, libel suits against CW Hl manager and J Buel Livermore editor proceed to trial Monday with Portland attorney Mellvin as counsel for the newspaper men.
The sensational report outlines an organized gang planning robberies from Adwadle to Chicago. Senorita Lopez, a wealthy Filipino woman, was robbed of $3,000 in cash and jewels in a sedan car. The Melrose and Metropole hotels figure in the scheme with arrests and confessions spreading across New York, Philadelphia, Washington, San Francisco, and Denver.
Cleveland June 26 Colored Porter Brown of the Lake Shore line was arrested on charges of robbing a wealthy Japanese woman of 500 and jewelry. The case links to a later claim involving a Philippine independence advocate and political figures.
Telegram reports a mine blast at the Mexican Coal and Coke Company mine near Las Porancos Mexico. Twenty six were killed and many injured. Archbishop Vaughan burial referenced, details unclear due to garbled text. Fort Worth dispatch notes Mexican incident with limited corroboration.
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