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26 May 1900
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1900
Page
1
The readable content is fragmented and does not provide a coherent event, people, or organization to summarize into a factual news item.
Senate Foraker aims to name McKinley at the Philadelphia convention, recalling his 1900 St Louis nomination. Reports say Spain France and Germany fund anti British US sentiment. Philippine figures project profits over ten thousand after May. Kroger shows fraud verdict. Mt Clare shop tests a cigar shaped train prototype for reduced drag and higher speed.
Consul at Cape Town reports satisfactory settlement regarding seizures of flour and provisions on vessels Mashona Beatetico and Miria. American shippers not losers. Seizures will not affect trade. Also notes steps to protect forests with a territorial telephone system for rapid help at all forts.
A set of scattered reports notes Astoria rat bounty results and various local items. It mentions Governor Kagere predicted renomination, Idaho Democrats backing HL Hawley for Senate, and pensions for Suan Baldwin. Also reports deaths in Oregon and Idaho, a Bear Creek bridge collapse, and a ferry misfortunes with figures on state finances and shipments.
The St Louis transit strike led to riot yesterday with three shot and one fatality. Clavis Dottie, a striking motorman, is named as the victim. Executive officers of the local labor union call on national and international unions to send representatives to ensure orders during the unrest.
Reports from Manila recount a quarantined government corral amid suspected bubonic plague cases among crews and sailors. Authorities request soldiers for tent installations as fears grow of a repeat tragedy and local officials deny full knowledge of the case. In Nueva Beja rebel activity and other distant items are noted, with military updates on a boxing match in Cripple Creek.
A nervous conflict unfolded when Captain John Streetor led an armed force to seize a parcel of lake Michigan shore in Chicago. Police and the city sought legality of the action as a tense confrontation escalated with reports of forces massing at the site and a plan to arrest Streetor’s troops if needed.
San Francisco reports mixed wheat prices with May 21 figures showing cash and May 21 futures steady at 726. Market notes indicate slight demand shifts and price adjustments amid container shipments and market volatility.
Seattle reports forty seven crafts have sailed north since the Nome rush carrying certified passenger lists totaling 7216. Washington notes President Kinley and party set out after a brief stay to review plans for a trip, with expenses billed to a Monday event.
The Brooklyn Handicap was won today by Kinley Mack with Sir Rachello second and Bert third. Time recorded at 2:10. In other news, the Presbyterian General Assembly adjourned in Albany after a session noting ministers and policies.
The advertisement claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cures nervous distress from female troubles. It asserts many women become sane after monthly suffering and that letters from cured users fill the paper. Mrs Pinkham's advice is offered free and promotes her Massachusetts address.
The Natural Bridge, famed as a premier American wonder in Rockbridge County, Virginia, is put up for sale amid disputes among owners. The site features Washington’s initials carved on the rock, a supported arch, and past revenue from tourism, with legends tying it to Jefferson and early colonial gifts.
A three day reunion is planned for May 1 and 2 with events including magic acts speeches and amusements. Memorial address by Hines of Portland and remarks by Blandford of Walla Walla are on the program along with a political day speech by Republican Democrat and Prohibition figures. Baseball games and railroads offer reduced fares for attendees.
A school of practical farming will be started by prominent New York parsons on a farm near Sing Sing. The two year course includes gardening, orchards, dairy stock and poultry, house decoration, and standard scientific farming subjects taught at similar schools.
Bowton's detective force tracks an unknown man who approached four year old Willie Geary in South Boston and tried to cut his tongue with a sharp instrument. Geary and friends give scant details and police rely on children's accounts. The suspect is believed to be in the area.
London dispatches detail Boer quarrels over troop moves as reports say the Vaal River crossings near Vereeniging and Wolvenhoek may be attempted by British forces. Telegraph lines show caution and rumor of a broader Transvaal campaign amid rail damage and troop concentrations.
Jury in Walla Walla returns verdict of murder in the second degree in the Heyse case. Frank Loyce tower cane was accused in the death of his grandfather BB Koyce at Dixie and the arson of the home. The defendant faced a long trial after days of deliberation and remained in custody on bond.
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