22 Mar 1901
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1901
Page
1
A damaged advertisement from a Virginia store touts low prices and features staple goods such as Squadron Coffee and Ling's Tea. The noisy OCR fragment emphasizes value and quality, urging customers to try various brands and noting nourishment and satisfaction at the “White House Grocery Store” in the local area.
The article extols wash fabrics destined for the most fashionable American women. It presents a fashion collection described as rich and up to date, urging readers to view the latest textiles to avoid being eclipsed in elegance.
A local retailer advertises a clearance on fine 25 cent hose and bows for girls. The message promises new designs not old stock, limited quantities, and special value from the importer aimed at customer satisfaction.
Over 400 chaplaincy applications filed with the president as the Army fills posts. Secretary Wilson cites more than 2 million dollars in livestock saved by timely medicine for blackleg. Chicago packers win contracts to supply nearly 1 million meat brands for the Philippines. The era ends with Rev Dr Edwards of Chicago dies at 66. King Edward reportedly plans a London exposition encircling the Thames.
The region sees a surge of construction with over 150,000 to be spent on active or planned structures. In Olympia the state capitol commission plans to meet, while Thurston transfer matters will be resolved. North Yakima and Corvallis notes include a wheat shipment and an agricultural display en route to Buffalo. James Aiken of Portland faces murder charges based on testimony from Ward.
Washington reports indicate pressure from the United States and allies on China to oppose a secret Manchuria treaty with Russia. Count Cassini is said to be probing U S naval strength and non combat ships as possible war preparations. Russia denies selling ships amid Pacific tensions. Sentinels withdrawn from a disputed rail siding in Tien Tsin. Indemnity talks in Washington show interest in limiting China’s costs to avoid broader territorial scramble.
The sultan denounces England for annexing a group near Aden in the Red Sea and taxing three subjects. He cannot use force but may seek Ravela's help, arguing England seized the islands without warning or negotiation and could control the sea route to the Orient.
Amsterdam reports that Kruger and Leyds asked the Czar for a conference and were refused. Leyde, the Boer agent, inquired if Emperor Nicholas would receive Kroger and Kroger’s companion. The reply was a flat refusal, with Kroger hopeful the Boer cause may yet triumph.
Attorneys for the American Ammunition company charged before the treasury comptroller that a private firm operated a federal arsenal in Frankfort. They allege official permission was granted for the shipment and manufacture of gun and ammunition for Colombia, involving the Seabury and related parties. The brief asks for penalties and cites a secretary Root note.
The Daily Chronicle reports Lord Kitchener refused full amnesty to Boer rebel leaders during peace talks with General Botha. The plan proposed Jamaica style fines and wartime settlement funds, with burghers partly electing legislation and no burgher allowed a role in government.
The article notes strong opposition to a proposal granting full citizenship to poorly domiciled and registered residents. It highlights fears over Jewish capitalists' future status and the assurance that Jews and Christians would have equal rights without concessions.
Market reports from Panchetan, Chicago, and New York indicate a dull wheat session. Liverpool and New York show lower closes with May futures around 80 to 84 cents, while Chicago quotes mixed. government and agricultural data align on rising farmer holdings, and sugar and tobacco futures move in late session.
Robert H. Moulton of a wealthy southern family is identified in court after a shooting at the Rialto on Broadway. Actress Minnie Seligman reports assault following a flirtation warning. pistol fire injures Dingwell with a shoulder wound. Moulton admits the identity and notes a Springfield Tennessee kinship as his bail is set at 5000.
Washington reports that the constitutional convention decided to grant the United States demands under the Mlatt anniversary. A Havana dispatch notes an enthusiastic farewell for Gen Miles and the party as they head to Washington, hailed as the greatest living American.
New York March 22 Speaker Henderson stated he had no conference with Senators Aldridge Allison Spooner and Mitchell of Connecticut on Philippine legislation. He noted a report of such a meeting was false and tied to a prior extra session reason.
London reports Andrew Carnegie speaks freely after arriving in London about a proposed unite h interview corporation and its limited impact on Britain. He notes consolations as a tendency of enemies and praises tariff policy where needed, predicting a bright future if he were the landed venoless boy in New York.
General MacArthur reports from Manila that Hughes confirms the surrender of Fallon and his command at Antiga Panay with 108 rifles, ending the Panay insurrection. The capture marks a final collapse of armed resistance in Panay.
Washington reports a protest over Mr McKinley appointing a cabinet ally of J Pierpont Morgan as attorney general. The piece also notes the formal organization of the Salt Lake to Los Angeles railroad, with details on officers, directors, stock, and planned construction from Salt Lake to Los Angeles.
Reports from Tacoma and beyond describe a proposed survey and franchise actions linked to Great Northern and Union Pacific lines spanning from Colville to Curlew Valley, with leadership notes on motive power and system connections. Simultaneously dockworker strikes disrupt Tacoma with additional general walkouts in plumbing and baking as civic tensions rise. Political races in Nebraska see Thompson close to a Senate tie with Cronos supporting his bid.
Heavy fighting reported from Thabaneb with Faiies command and a strong Liritiah force. It is unclear which side holds the upper hand.
In St Paul on March 22 the Minnesota legislature passed the cigarette prohibition bill by a 72 to 0 vote. The measure bans manufacture sale and gift of cigarettes within the state.
Local experts in La Grande organize regular trapshooting practice using a new cat style trap. About 25 men show interest in the plan, which includes blue rocks and live birds. The program aims to form a club by next June with events near Walla Walla while participants prepare for interstate meets.
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