07 May 1900
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1900
Page
1
Frederick Nolf hawks household goods and low price stationery at Judd Building Cort Street. The notice lists various items like pitchers bread plates and fancy cutlery and hints at special patterns and promotions for buyers.
British war office expects Mafeking relief news hourly as Salt Lake City funds $70,000 for mine disaster victims families. Heavyweight title fight between Jim Jeffries and James J. Corbett set for Seaside Sporting Club at Coney Island next Friday. plague quarantine to be lifted if no outbreaks in Honduras by April 30. President McKinley may name Harrison Cleveland Olney to permanent arbitration board under Treaty. Gates on trial for alleged penal code violations in New York. U S Army strength pegged at 65 000 regulars and 35 000 volunteers. reorganization bill adds 6478 artillery troops. Yale defeats California in dual track meet on New Haven field. Lews county Wisconsin hires the lowest-salaried official for U S government. Frank Lynch hired to carry mail from county seat to Mineral Point. Elsie Treen to marry H Wilton in New York. Treen to inherit $15 000 000 Australian estate. Senate interstate commerce committee votes down Cullen bill to amend act. aims to curb railroad rate discrimination.
A stormy week in Oregon yields varied notes. Lightning hit a Generseo barn but caused no damage. Pioneer Bew Merrick, longtime Portland resident, died in Wat city after a long illness. A Southern Pacific machine shop corner was laid in Portland with 2000 witnesses. The Norwegian Thyra will load 60 000 barrels of flour at Portland, a river record. Henry Tucker, born 1852 in Oregon, died at Beaverton of pneumonia. A Cape Disappointment crew saved the fishing boat 47 crew. Albany’s Robert Gibson Simpson died at the asylum from brain hemorrhage at 74. J W Hamilton of Mannton died at home. The Clackamas county pioneer known as the doomed war figure resided in Grant county. her husband J J Hamilton is a former legislator.
Telegrams from Manila and London describe British forces advancing in South Africa with Windburg captured and Pretoria main advance ongoing. Encounters include casualties on both sides and reinforcements moving to strategic positions, while Aguinaldo reportedly rejoined forces in the Philippines north.
Washington reports Republican and Democratic leaders express confidence that Dewey will not be a presidential contender. They cite Admiral’s reception as supporting proof while conventions in several states pledge toward Bryan, with talks of shifting dates and committee leadership shaping Philadelphia plans.
A tornado near Elmer wood caused deaths of Mr. and Mex Willian Helfrick and injuries to twenty others as it swept across two states. San Antonio reports a violent wind storm with widespread property damage of about 1 000 000 but no fatalities yet. In Eugene Oregon farmer L Marquis killed himself at his home leaving a note.
In Memphis on May 7 the city begins a celebration honoring Admiral Dewey with a festive program attended by local officials and residents. The event marks a regional commemorative observance of his naval service and U.S. victory.
A report details a voyage aboard the Bertha from Latoya Bay to Jinan arriving Saturday. Neleuti and his wife allegedly sparked a violent incident with a revolver. two white men were involved at Latoya Bay and Juneau authorities were alerted. Nelson and another white man aided by an Indian kept Leverts prisoner for a month before surrendering. Martin Everett faces highway robbery charges tied to a case in Grand Forks and later presented to Washington, prompting international attention. Wool shipments exceed 800,000 pounds reaching a hub in transit.
Washington May 7 The bill declaring Everett Washington the port of entry of Puget Sound district passed the senate today. Arguments of counsel in the Coeur d Alene investigation began with Frederick Roberstein opening for the defendants. General Merriam attended but not represented. The comptroller of the currency declared a 20 percent dividend for Mennett National Bank creditors at New Whatcom. A Missouri wreck near St Charles killed fireman John Hegle and fatally injured engineer B L Palmer. no passengers were aboard.
Senor Alberti editor of a local paper in Gibark Provincs Santino de Cuba was killed by an unknown assailant last night. He was an active politician whose paper recently criticized American officers. Wheat prices show July futures at 72 cents in Chicago. Montana Central Strike activities continue with workers returning to old positions.
A terse note from Tacoma Washington dated May 7 records local painters and paper handlers on a volumetrack event. The fragment mentions a forty minute interval and indicates a brief, informal gathering rather than a formal competition.
The year end total arrivals reached 11 715 with 82 410 tax and 11 percent rate. Europe contributed 247 40, Asia HTC, Africa Ot, and other countries 4. There were 106 277 males and 110 408 females. Ages ranged from under four to over forty five with many between fourteen and forty five. Literacy showed 0 466 cannot read or write while LO can read but not write. Money exhibited to officers summed 6 414 402 with 174 008 earning less than 80 dollars each.
The final debate of the series in Organ’s Hotenool league was held Saturday night in Kugem. Macifie University Forest Grove challenged the University of Oregon over government ownership and operation of a territorial railway, with Pacific University on the affirmative. Pacific University won the decision.
A fragment notices De Witt's Lite Early Risers with claims to quickly cure all liver and bowel troubles. It credits D. J. Moore of Millbrook and lists Tallman & Co. as leading druggists.
A blend described as a suitable party drink offers a pleasant, nonbitter taste. The text suggests a beverage that pleases guests and leaves a favorable impression, avoiding harsh flavors that spoil the event atmosphere.
The text describes a beverage nicknamed Afternoon Tea, noting its broad suitability and appeal for any time. It highlights its quality for hot or iced tea preparations and its pleasant fit for daily use.
Advertisement notes Owl Tea House with telephone 723 and daily East delivery via carriers.
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