24 Mar 1906
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1906
Page
1
Conference between operators and miners stalls as wage concessions and union demands collide. Reported that Hopele Diykton among the leaders weighing the Wayson agreement and the Anthracite operators’ readiness to meet demands for better terms.
In Monadens Indiamapolls on March 24 the PF Seint scale committee adjourned after a full day of debate leaving a continued deadlock. The afternoon session followed an earlier stalemate, with officials signaling no immediate resolution.
March 24 joint committee session reports tense discussions as Western Pennsylvania operators face pay raises. Talks cover a 5.54 percent wage increase for 1908 and insistence by Mittche, representing Pittsaurg interests, that miners in Pennsylvania Illinois and Ohio should accept the raise. Officials warn against a general strike if demands are not met.
In Huntington Indiana March 24 and Meadville Pennsylvania March 24 reports say the Chicago and Exmorad three hundred workers are idle as locomotive repairs are limited to all shapes. Five thousand men reportedly laid off amid a threatened coal price crisis and job losses.
The president is urged to address army strength declines due to officers on detached duty and infantry and cavalry units in the Philippines averaging only 20 to 30 men. The text notes many companies are far under authorized strength, risking serious issues if mobilization rises. It suggests recruiting reforms to restore unit effectiveness.
Washington March 24 official tracing of the Medo fire to spontaneous combustion and an explosion in a chest of uniforms and greased cloths. New restrictions warn against packing any explosive materials in transport chests and orders to train and port personnel to enforce safety. Meanwhile Southern Pacific operator F S Horner is hospitalized after a footpad attack at Hickman Cal with a missing watch and cash.
New York March 24. After word that Mutual plans to sue McCurdy for over 9 million dollars, fresh trouble surfaces as Peabody the present president may resign. Rumors say McCurdy will reveal information that could eclipse Hamilton's earlier speech.
H H Roger is central in Missouri ouster suits against Standard Oil. He testifies D A Moffat presides Standard Indiana and says he owns noWater-Pierce stock but has heard of the companys. Hadley presses admissions that Standard of New Jersey controlled these firms. A signed statement of ownership impresses Hadley as crucial. William G Rockefeller, Standard treasurer, confirms uncle John may be president. He dashes past photographers to leave the building. Beattle plans new school houses for 2500 pupils.
Waterways Commission backs limits on power from Ningurn Falls. Chinese pirates sink pots to hinder the capture of the Standard Of Purser Launch. The gunboat Callao ordered up West River from Canton. Dewey nears Gibraltar as battles rage near Samar. Governor Curry reported missing after a Pulajanes fight. Forgery case verdict entered in Harrisonville.
Chicago wheat market closes with wheat at 78 1 3 cents, corn at 44 cents, oats at 30 8 cents. The report labels Chicago as a world center for grain pricing, noting a Pedations From the Greatest wheat center description.
Calderhead of the W and B railroads forecasts rapid eastern Washington settlement as homeseekers travel by Northern Pacific and settle on 5 and 10 acre tracts. Wheat lands in Franklin and Adams counties lure migrants while better roads schools and commerce are expected to follow. Portland Commercial Club offers $5000 in prizes for Oregon topic articles to attract national attention and include Oregon in the upcoming Educational Association tour.
Rumor and Portland reports suggest within 30 to 40 days the O R N passenger depot in Pendleton will be moved 200 feet west onto coal bunkers. The change aims to clear Main Street crossing, extend platforms, and improve baggage and passenger transfers to the Spokane branch.
Thomas M. Casey former general manager at Salmon Bank in An ellaton pleaded guilty this morning to forgery and received a five year sentence.
Judge Hebbard awards John Seymour former chief of detectives $11,100 for services to the James L. Fair estate as superintendent from June 1902 at $300 monthly. Defendants include Theresa Oedrichs Virginia Vanderbilt and Charles L. Fair estate. Seymour said he relinquished a life position and was paid $7,500 by the estate.
Reported by high authority that Western Pacific secured terminal facilities in Oakland between the Key Route and the Southern Pacific mole. It is claimed all rights are secured and perfected, with current agitation described as a bluff.
Chicago March 24. The court granted a judgment for $1000 to August Aurbach in a suit against the American League Baseball club of the city for damages from being hit on the head by a ball thrown into the bleachers during a game with the Washington team in 1902.
The city canceled a proposed trade of the old chemical engine for an electric fire alarm system after residents led by T C Taylor argued the engine was undervalued. Councilman Ell said the decision saved about 1000, noting the plan had included the engine plus 160 in cash for the system.
Chicago jurors verdict delivered in the Ivens case this afternoon. Ivens stands accused of murdering Mrs. Franklin Hollister. verdict renders a death sentence after the 4:30 decision.
Theodore T. Geer ex governor of Oregon tours the state promoting his gubernatorial bid. He boasts broad personal and business ties in every county and precinct and says his prior campaigns and knowledge of past and current voting patterns position him to win the nomination. He plans stops in Milton Athena Freewater Weston before extending canvassing to eastern Oregon.
George W. Small and Rufus Johnson were executed at Mount Holly jail after a lengthy trial for the brutal murder of Miss Florence Allison. Small at first denied guilt, confessed, exonerating Johnson, then recanted and again denied guilt. He was convicted on strong circumstantial evidence.
Morris Buck was sentenced to death this morning in Los Angeles after being convicted of murdering Mrs C A Canfield, wife of a wealthy oil operator. The case sits against a backdrop of high stakes and a prominent local family.
Ru ful Johnson and George Small, Negroes, were hanged this morning in Mount Holly New Jersey for the murder and robbery of Miss Florence Allison on January 19.
The American Federation of Labor launches probes of all candidates on labor laws. A joint senate and house Republican caucus is called for April 4 to reorganize the congressional committee, with Sherman to chair and Dawson secretary. Taft seeks higher military appropriations while two officers face discipline. Tommy Byrne vows one more year and a final big bout before retirement.
Former Philadelphia mayor Ashbridge, aligned with the Quay era, died this morning marking the passing of a notable late 19th century political figure in the city.
Reports from farmers northwest of Pendleton indicate wheat losses from the recent cold are smaller than first feared. Some fields thought dead recovered after warm rains, with bluestem wheat most affected on north slopes. One farmer estimates only about 200 of four wheat sections will need reseeding. overall, weather has aided recovery.
A new floor at the First Baptist Church is not yet dry so morning services will be held at Odd Fellows hall over the Teutach department estate. Evening service will merge with the Congregationalists. A Denver candy factory suffered $200000 in damage from spontaneous combustion in a bin storage area.
Mrs. Frank Steunenberg and her three children depart San Diego for Redlands to establish a permanent home as they remain in constant contact with prosecutors tied to the governor murder case.
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