12 May 1900
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1900
Page
1
A severe weather event affects Husumock area with disruptions at El on store. Officials warn residents to prepare for flooding and wind. Weather updates indicate extended advisories and possible road closures into next week.
W J Bryan plans to attend the Kansas City convention while Texas names a national campaign chairman. Delegations from Michigan head to Washington for new locations and more follow by train. Rumors say Roosevelt backs Long for vice president and McKinley’s renomination, with Lauterbach predicting GOP disarray and a push for Southern policy leaders.
A Portland pioneer family member Mick Agnes J Burke dies at her residence from lung fever aged 16 years in the city. Also noted are minor notices of arrests, bankruptcies, and a large farm equipment sale in St. Paul, with value details and regional weather mentions.
A vintage advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a trusted remedy for female weaknesses. It emphasizes the private nature of letters to Mrs Pinkham and claims widespread cures through her guidance.
London reports Roberts forces entered Kroonstad with little opposition and General Sir Charles Warren named Cape Colony military governor. Dispatches say Boers evacuated trenches while British forces push toward Mafeking, with Field operations centered near Rapuishop and Brandt's drift.
In Philadelphia on May 12 a tower operator named Lantel allegedly slept at a control point, triggering a wreck in a tunnel that killed Engineer Loob and Fireman iMineh moo. Fire broke out, several firefighters were injured, and Lantel vanished as authorities search for him while trains resumed. Four freemen were seriously burned in the incident.
The American-Mara steamer brings word that Honolulu was officially declared a port of entry on April 30. The Manila-bound vessel sailed April 24 from Honolulu carrying the Philippine revolutionary organizers and a native participation, with a republic organization to be formed soon.
A train wreck between Lordsburg and Clifton New Mexico kills Engineer Schlottman Fireman McAfee and four tramps instantly. Nine carpenters injured as an 80 foot high bridge collapsed beneath the train. workers were on the ridge when the structure gave way and the engine and ovens were demolished.
The United States pavilion at Paris was formally handed to the exposition authorities this afternoon. The ceremony included an address by United States Commissioner Pork and a response by Commissioner General Pivkud of the Expo.
The Chicago cash wheat price noted as 704 with a May 12 report and San Francisco cash wheat price also shown for May 12.
Admiral Dewey and party departed Nashville this morning bound for Knoxville, Tennessee, as part of their current itinerary.
In New York on May 12 James J. Jeffries defeated Corbett in the 23rd round after a fierce battle. The match drew over 10,000 spectators with bets around 2 to 1 on Jeffries, and both fighters were praised for skill and stamina despite Corbett’s late resistance.
In the United States circuit court of appeals the appeal of Louis Balla and others for a new trial was submitted. The appellants face sentence for having obstructed the miners strike in Idaho a year ago.
Princeton Overtime track meet victory over California with a final score reported as 102 to unknown margin. Strong performance by Princeton underscores home advantage at Princeton New Jersey.
Chandler declares that a fraud has been committed against the government. The statement frames the alleged wrongdoing as a deliberate act impacting public funds and governance.
Washington May 12 the senate debated the naval appropriation bill with Senator Chandler accusing Parvew of fraud over armor plate. Senator Tillman’s amendment to pay 500 per ton was defeated 22 to 0 amid discussion of German relations and pension matters.
In St Louis on May 12 tensions rose as disputed railway labor actions provoked street demonstrations along Laclede Avenue. A car line attack left a starter wounded and several windows broken though no serious injuries reported. Clerks in the Tromelt Company swear-in followed by a conference with a Westview financier aimed at settlement. Kansas City also faced a Metropolitan Street Railway strike with about 2000 workers stopping work across the city and at nearby Kanway City lines.
In Wah May a pirate named Jato L. Woods faced capture after a confrontation described in local notes. Officials report ongoing efforts to secure the area and investigate the events surrounding the incident.
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