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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1911
Page
1
Herron Winnipeg reports a coal miner strike looming across western Canada with Canadian Pacific officials signaling a likely settlement. Demands include wage increases and recognition of the union as the miners’ agreement nears expiration in April.
Columbus Ohio March 16 Limantour the Mexican finance minister passed through en route to Mexico in response to secret messages of importance He declined an interview.
At James barracks in El Paso Mexican rebels dynamited the barracks midnight wounding 12 federal soldiers. Two rebels were captured. others believed hidden in the city. Panic and guard actions followed as reports of a general uprising and railway disruptions spread.
Augusta March 16 Senator Tillman admitted he believes the paralysis stroke he suffered is the start of his end He said he is certain he will never recover noting his old strength is gone and he expects the end at any time
Violent scenes dominated the first day of the Camorra trial in Viterbo Italy March 16 as the jury pressed for higher pay. Defendants frequently interrupted proceedings with Alfano the ringleader spitting at spectators and denouncing the court.
The piece celebrates spring and St Patrick's Day mood with mentions of green displays, Easter flavors, and a cheerful sign reading bock beer. It laments winter's end and anticipates warmer days, market odors, and lively street scenes.
England believes Japan’s large rice purchases from China serve a hidden aim beyond official statements. Some say Japan sells its own rice abroad at a low price, buying Chinese rice to feed flood victims, while others speculate a broader plan to deploy its fleet toward the vulnerable Pacific coast of the United States.
Experiments with submarine bells at Cherbourg and wirefree telegraphy applied to submarines showed excellent results. Submarines operated from the Bowvines coast guard cruiser refitted with wireless receivers, receiving signals clearly from seven miles away via the bells. The minister of marine ordered all submarines fitted with bells and receivers.
A factory fire near the depot in Pensacola spreads rapidly amid strong winds, with ten city blocks burning within an hour. Firemen are powerless while residents panic. volunteers join late afternoon efforts to bring the blaze under control before nightfall, as officials estimate the losses and note limited capacity to fight it.
The Pendleton city council announced Cleanup days for Friday March 31 and Saturday April 1. Citizens are urged to collect rubbish and debris from their properties while the Civic club and public schools are not asked to assist. The mayor cited past success in making Pendleton a city beautiful. Residents will have rubbish collected and hauled away.
The will of millionaire chemical maker Dr. Hemmet Densmore leaves about half a million dollars to Tuskegee Institute for the education of Negro youth. The bulk of the estate goes to widow Dr. Helen Densmore, and a provision to dissect the body was blocked by the widow surviving.
Washington March 16 prisoners not released as young Americans Converse and Blatt remain in prison pending International boundary commission action. General Bills reports a favored maneuver near La Mesa San Diego and encampment of two regiments. Louis Jones an American arrested at Mexicali border blockade as rebels entrench awaiting federals.
Superintendent M Ss Pate of Athena schools urges Otlethera representation at the second annual Umatilix County Athletic and Oraterr coal association meet to be held at Athena city park on April 29. Local schools plan to enter many contenders as Pendleton hopes to defend last year’s victory and win the three consecutive cup to claim permanent possession.
Dr. Simon Flexner argues in a legislative appeal that infantile paralysis could soon be curable and that anti vivisection laws would slow medical progress. He asserts yellow fever and tuberculosis are preventable and curable due to animal experiments.
Will Weather ford, a stranger traveling from The Dalles to escape morphine addiction, was struck by a passenger train No. 1 of the O W R & N about two miles west of Celilo. He suffered crushed abdomen injuries and leg fractures, was taken to the hospital, and died shortly after. Relatives and exact identity unknown.
Somerset Kentucky March 16 Armed strikers and mountaineers attacked a Queen & Crewsconn engine in the mountains near here and fatally wounded Fireman Powers a white strikebreaker. The engine crewman is missing and believed killed. The court refused to fire on the mountaineers. Railway losses from the strike top a million. Traffic between here and Oakdale halted. Governor Wilson ordered Pulaski county sheriff to deputize 500 to protect the party.
Chrono noted as cause for pension request with chronic dyspepsia tied to discharge duties. He states illness affected by digestion impaired ability to stay in office. Application was rejected.
Seattle reports Tom Gourley former Kansas City detective now leads 175 followers described as holy rollers. The group departs Seattle singing hymns bound for Lopez Island. Mrs Churley remains to guard household goods until the return. No reason given for sudden move after four years in Seattle.
Dee Moines reports Kenyon, the United States Attorney General, came within sixteen votes of Deemer in the malloting for senator. In a close contest, Kenyon trailed by 14 votes and observers expect a decisive result tomorrow.
Dr Charlee FL Aked will retire as pastor of the Fifth Avenue Baptist church known as Thockefeller's Church and is said to join a Congregational church in San Francisco. The Rockefeller church will merge with Calvary Baptist, and its property sold to form an endowment for the latter.
London gears for a grand summer with events from May through June. King George opens the Festival of Empire at Crystal Palace in May and unveils the Queen Victoria Memorial in the Mall. The Imperial Conference begins May 23, coronation June 22, royal progress June 23, and a third royal procession June 29 from Buckingham Palace to the Guildhall.
Salem Oregon March 14 Governor West announced the reappointment of Dr. Andrew C. Smith of Portland Dr A C Kinney of Astoria and Dr C Z Smith of Pendleton to the state board of Health Their terms expired January 1 and they were appointed for four years.
One of the most interesting individuals in Europe is the king of Montenegro. He is depicted as paternal, upholding traditional methods, including dispensing justice instantly. He is unconventional, works in his own smithy, andwears the vivid Montenegrin costume to show intense patriotism.
London and Paris cloth sellers forecast bold color trends for the season with bright reds and blues popular among women. Gold regains favor after neglect while rose shades emerge as a relaning favorite. A Bacochus shade and another named for cabbage rose will define evening wear for debutantes.
Washington March 10 The United States Steel Corporation faces charges of power over railroads through its directors and control of eastern lines including Pennsylvania Baltimore and Ohio Central and Union Pacific The Universal Portland Cement Co is said to have a contract that gives the steel company a preference in cement supplies in the described conflicts and alleged trust influence.
Albany March 16 jury returns verdict of second degree murder in the case against Mrs Melcher charged with killing her young son. Attorney Palmer urged the jury to consider a distressed mind and relatives testified she had been queer for months. Prosecutor Sanford argued premeditated murder and a motive of depravity.
Portland Oregon March 16 A five year old girl Barbra Holtzman was found murdered in a lodging house at 17 Russell street by proprietor Bertha Nelson who sought a missing lodger. The killer is unknown with a 40 to 50 year old clean shaven man description. Police search city hotels for a recent Spokane arrival linked to similar cases. rewards rise to 1000 dollars.
An editorial fragment argues that people often remove their hatred by facing uncomfortable truth. It explores bias, self deception, and the social pressure that hides real feelings behind polite discourse. The piece suggests reflection as a remedy for collective prejudice.
Colonel Roosevelt denounced Senator Lorimer of Illinois and Governor Haskell of Oklahoma as unfit for office during a long address at the Albuquerque opera house. He called their elections a disgrace, urged direct senate elections, urged a corrupt practices law for New Mexico, and pressed for strong citizenship and honest government.
Cleveland reports eight sailors dead after last night's Lake Erie storm. One tug remains missing as rescue and recovery efforts continue. The Silver Spray sank off the Cleveland breakwater with seven fatalities. Monarch and Gerald D. arrived battered at port. Two bodies recovered, two more seen on the ice. Swan still missing.
Deputy Pennell arrested Smith Rupe and William Montgomery near Harpster for killing elk after the season closed in the upper middle fork territory. They pled guilty before Justice Smith and were fined $180 each plus $50 costs. Deputy Pennell appointed Tom Davis deputy gate warden for the Clearwater section.
Corvallis Ore March 15 CO A C graduates class of 1910 are planning a big reunion at the college in 1915. Members scattered in Korea Ila the Philippines and various states will return to their alma mater. A bulletin with a class directory is in preparation.
Albany March 16 The fiftieth ballot was taken today and the senatorial deadlock remains unbroken. Insurgents say they will compromise but will not consider Sheehan.
New York March 1. Accepting taivner's arbitration proposal, 1600 express drivers of the Adame Express company returned to their jobs today, ending the strike.
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