01 May 1900
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1900
Page
1
Reported in Paris a bridge under construction toppled and caused the death of nine men who were pausing beneath it. Other items note William J. Bray’s Chicago visit, Maryland court official death, and the upcoming Methollat Episcopal general conference in Chicago with delegates from many regions.
A chaotic set of notices outlines a range of local news from Portland to Nome. Topics include ship and rail progress, a 1200 head cattle move near Mush Lake, a shingle trust bust, deaths in Salem and Portland hospitals, a bankruptcy flight, and a missing Salem man suspected in a river incident.
An advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy for women's burdens and ailments. It claims nationwide recognition, praises cured patients, and invites readers to write to Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn, Massachusetts for free advice.
The first step in establishing civilian rule in Puerto Rico is marked by Charles H. Atherton's inauguration as American civil governor. He pledges to unite island and United States officials, uphold freedom and justice, and guide Puerto Rico toward a new era under U.S. civil government with support from the president and Congress.
In Washington on May 1 the Alaska code bill passed the Senate after debate then the army appropriation bill was taken up. The Boer delegation arriving from Europe will be received as individuals, not officially as a delegation, by the secretary of state with no recognition of a formal delegation. Conferees reached agreement on amending the Puerto Rican act extending military officer tenure until successors are appointed, with house addenda on corporations clarified in form.
The text notes a May 1 report from Wilmington about Kentucky governorship argument sessions and an item concerning presidential approval before a franchise or license could become operative. It mentions the United States Supreme Court session in Washington.
A Canadian delegation met Admiral Dewey in Chicago on May 1 and extended a formal invitation for a reception in his honor at Hill Terrie Port Stanley Ont. The offer cites goodwill since his arrival in New York and credits royal support with enabling Dewey during Manila. Dewey gave no clear decision on acceptance.
Historical dispatch notes Admiral Dewey leading a military and olive parade along business streets amid cheers. Crowds packed the route as the procession passed with the admiral reviewing the marchers. A reception followed at a Union camp, with dignitaries and many attendees.
New York May 1 Senator Lind ay of Reptucky joined Lindsay Kromer Kaliah Palmer firm, entering the practice of law here as a member.
Four miners perished in a Tome Creek coal mine blaze in Wise County Virginia. The fire has been burning since Saturday near Roanoke. Local authorities report the casualty toll as four with rescue efforts ongoing.
London reports ongoing fighting around Thabanchu with Boers aggressively probing near Wonderboom and Thabanchu while British defenses hold under Reandle's division. Despatches note Heavily contested rail lines southward and deteriorating health in Mafeking garrison as Lord Roberts and Hamilton maneuver in a widening war theater.
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