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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1903
Page
1
A fragmented report describes a forthcoming meeting and touring party. Scientists and agricultural societies from Southern Oregon and Northern California plan field studies on beet and farming methods. The tour aims to share techniques with the German federation and American partners, visiting Washington and Oregon sites.
Jackson Kentucky May 29 Judge Redwine convened court in the morning. Jett and White were brought in by a large escort of soldiers and turned over to the acting sheriff. The judge said he would appoint a man to take Sheriff Ulles place Monday next and call the trial of the two prisoners. Attornies are consulting about the county for jury selection amid rumors mountain men will try to release the prisoners. Within 24 hours many strangers entered the city and roads from the mountaineer passes were barred. residents show hostility toward the troops.
The steamer Oakland, built by the Ailtis line, foundered near Port Stephens on May 2. Part of the passengers and crew were lost, with details currently scarce.
The Dunkards or German Baptists opened their gathering at Bellefontaine on May 24. By Sunday an estimated 40,000 visitors are expected. The next meeting place is under discussion with Iowa Missouri and California among potential locations.
The German ship Wa Jen, sailing from New York to Yokohama, was towed into Cooktown New Guinea on May 29 dismasted with no rudder after jettisoning much of its cargo. Eight crew members from the Edith were rescued from a wreck shortly before. Captain Ocrtel and ten Edith crew are missing. The Edith carried lumber from Puget Sound to Port Pirie.
May 29 report from Kansas City says the Missouri and Kaw rivers rise further as Rock Island and Union Pacific service to Topeka is abandoned. Argentine Armourdale and Kansas City, Kansas residents vacate homes while Topeka braces for worsening floodwaters. At least 200 houses flooded and a street railway bridge damaged. mills and packing houses inundated. 6000 people isolated by rising Kaw river as rescuers evacuate flooded districts.
In Lidom England on May 2 the Oskes stakes of 6000 sovereigns saw Our Lassie and Canton contend but fail to win. Hammerkeep with Skeets Martin up finished second followed by Sky Scraper with Minny Maher up in third place amid the intense betting and notable performance.
A Lilly whole sale drug and chemical manufacturing house in Kansas City suffered severe damage in a morning fire. Estimated losses reach fifty thousand dollars before firefighters contained the blaze. The fire was caused by accidental mixing of inflammable chemicals.
President Roosevelt was hosted by Senator Kearns and prominent Mormons in Salt Lake City with a large crowd along Main and State streets. He spoke to 12,000 people at the Tabernacle on irrigation, and breakfasted with Senator Kearns and Mormon leaders, while officials pledged naval expansion.
Pendleton plans reveal Schwarz & Grevich Meat Company to form with 240 shares of 100 each and 24000 capital. Firm aims to operate haying, slaughtering, packing, curing, and cold storage, plus coal real estate lending. Plant to be on Main Street with anticipated expansion. Public note on accident at Wingerville where a boy was struck by an ax from a roof but serious injury avoided.
Judge W R Ellis held a short circuit court session with John Case pleading guilty to larceny of a pistol from Charles Samé on July 1902. Case fined 30 dollars or 16 days in county jail, choosing jail. George Dickson pled guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon on Henry Shorter April 22. sentenced to 18 months in the penitentiary.
Walla Walla May 29 A city council vote led to a sweeping ordinance restricting hackmen and draymen from using main blocks for stands. Express and delivery wagon owners fear loss of business as hack stands are removed from central streets. The measure echoes a prior rule prohibiting hitching racks on Main Street and parts of civil improvements.
The Presbyterian assembly in Los Angeles on May 29 formally denounced Mormonism and Reed Smoot, passing a resolution urging Congress to expel Smoot. Ex-soldier Peter K. Swannessy, brought from Meacham yesterday, was examined by County Judge Hartman and Dr Cole, deemed insane, and sent to county hospital for treatment.
Berlin May 20 The Post reports Prince Ferdinand of Balgayia fears for his safety after receiving threatening letters. He has tightened security with his bodyguard and plans to stay with his family during the Fourth of July period.
May 29 reports indicate Shamrock II faced an arson attack and was compelled to return to operation after the blaze. The vessel faced damage while maneuvering in the Allaniie area, with lines showing floodlight activity and emergency response observed on scene.
London papers debate Chamberlain's tariff union with colonies. The plan would trigger a commercial war with the United States as 46 percent of American exports go to England. Leading papers publish figures. provincial papers are more favorable. The public interest rivals the Boer War era excitement.
In Philadelphia Kensington mill district a strike began May 4 and is expected to pull 75,000 textile workers from their jobs by Monday seeking a ten hour week. Officials point to unhealthy shop conditions as a major grievance alongside poor housing and rising disease among workers.
Laura Stickler remains hospitalized after leaping from a hotel window to shield her honor from Mills. Police court proceedings this morning indicated she is injured for life, with the Ostle and Atinst attorneys representing her. The case was continued to June 8.
In Chicago on May 2% officials report five days of futile conferences between laundry owners and employees. They again met this morning but accomplished nothing. In London on May 20 Stephen Dougal was committed for trial on charges of murdering Miss Holland and carving the boy, and for forgery of her name.
In Newark on May 24 a bound freight train crashed into a stationary train in the yards killing two workers and injuring several others. A laborer suffered a severed arm while trapped near escaping steam. A rescue entailed amputating the limb to save the man. The incident followed a previous report of receding rivers and flood damage in nearby areas.
Grain markets show firm wheat bids despite a near term decline. Reports from Kansas and Nebraska flag potential crops underperforming normal yield, suggesting a slight price dip could be used to buy on Chicago May 24 futures. Prices given for opening and close in Minneapolis and Chicago series reflect cautious sentiment amid weather-driven expectations.
A crowded Fras auditorium observed a high school graduation with student orations, songs, and a chorus of praise. Notable speakers included Miss Mary Rothrock and Miss Mae Ferguson, while Miss Adele Mickle and Miss Ethel Garfield delivered musical numbers to an attentive audience.
Bremerton Washington May 20 Acting Secretary of the Navy Darlington announced that under current conditions no navy vessel will be sent to Bremerton. The statement centers on stopgap measures affecting ship visits and base operations in the region.
WE Garrewson left yesterday for The Dalles called there by the illness of his wife Mrs Garrelson. He has been troubled with appendicitis and was to be operated on open in The Dalles today.
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