10 May 1900
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text mentions Frederick Nolf Vanes Tablets Fenell Mekwe and Judd Buiking with scattered references to a proposition and upcoming events on Court Street. Lacks clear context or outcomes. readability insufficient for a fuller item.
Winter-killed crops devastate Indiana and neighboring states. A naval shell test pierces 14 inch Harvey armor with a six inch rifle. Jeffries and Corbett dispute referees for their Seaside bout at Coney Island. A Chicago Methodist conference discusses organic church law dating from 1805. Bishop Merrill calls the report highly important for the next general conference.
The burns at the Rinehart touring mill in Summerville Union county are blamed on spontaneous combustion. A 17 year old, Tent Fisher, died at his father’s Rock Creek home from pneumonia. A Eugene writer pledges a 850000 wage factory plan. Also noted are a smothered death of a child, new wells at The Dalles, and multiple obituaries and recoveries including escapes recaptured at Canyon City and deaths of pioneers near Corvallis and Walla Walla.
Letters from readers praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier for menstrual irregularities, cramps, headaches, and nervous symptoms. Reports from Aptos and Ogdensburg claim improved cycles and relief after several bottles, with thanks to the remedies' maker.
An up to date bicycle priced at 25 dollars and ladies wheels at 26 dollars offered by Crescent Agency in the Kast Oregonian building. A second hand bicycle in good order for 15 dollars. Forms easy without interest.
Sioux Falls May 10 reports show the Populists adopting a platform with direct election of president and U S senators, public ownership, and initiative and referendum. Howard refuses nomination for president. Donnelly and Barker figure in the vote with later changes shaping the ticket.
The report lists Governor Shaw Ted French Dr T A Smith and Lafayette Young as elected delegates at large. The platform endorses McKinley, supports the administration foreign policy and currency law, and calls for strong control of trusts deemed harmful to public interests. Reports from Salt Lake and Denver note convention actions and committee appointments.
New York dispatch quotes Robert Roosevelt in Paris on a biennial visit. He remains a strong Democrat though criticizing McKinley and predicting Republican dominance. The interview notes Democratic splits, possible cross party shifts, and calls for unity to oppose McKinley with Ryan as an alternative.
A May special address discusses Ireland and independence, criticizing disloyal government and reliance on the navy. The speaker warns of imperial danger if Britain fails to act, urging firm policy and readiness across districts in England. The text cites responses to South Africa and calls for decisive action.
The May 10 reports show a mixed scene with Chicago prices at 67 and 72 for wheat and government data noting a production decline. Washington releases indicate winter wheat acreage at 20,685,000, reflecting a drop of over ten percent from prior estimates.
Spokane notes that John Hill of Walla Walla was elected master. Port Townsend Fairhaven and Everett chosen as candidates for next year. Chief Joseph, back from Washington, D C, addressed delegates via interpreter. Walla Walla reports early closing movement gaining traction as farmers urge later store hours.
London May 10 report says British forces are across the Zand river pursuing the Boers. Cavalry and horse artillery attack in three rounds while British advances press north toward Windsortburg with renewed skirmishes and no panic among the Boer defenders.
In St Louis Missouri city and county leaders brace for renewed strike pressure as streetcars continue running under police protection. Guards are posted along the rights of way and car poles while transit officials seek protection amid a murder near Taylor Avenue as Governor Stephens arrives to discuss measures.
In Washington on May 10 the senate, on Chandler's motion, postponed the Clark case to Tuesday when the senator indicated he would seek continued consideration until disposal.
A May event in Nashville Tennessee honored Admiral Dewey and colleagues with a formal gathering. Attendees included prominent figures from local society and veterans groups. The occasion highlighted appreciation for naval leadership and public service.
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