Four Drowned As Flood Hits Rhea Creek Area
Reports from Morrow county confirm four drowned near Heppner after a waterspout swept down Rhea and Cason canyons. Mrs Nunnamaker and three children perished, others missing or recovered. Rail line washed out between Lexington and Heppner, communication disrupted. relief parties dispatched from Heppner.
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Ballron
Lexington Am Heppner
Heppner
Fleypner
Morrow County
Rowtiig
Rhen Creek
Viet Mew J
Mennamaker
A. KR. Cox
Ming
Lengyting
Cneek
Tome
Heppweer
Barow Cason Cinyon
Brent
Nyodmaker
Mlenry Gay
J. J. Atkins
John Wylden
Atkins
A. Rhea
Ione
Willow Creek
Tene
Wheat Market Opens in Chicago at Noted Levels May 31
Quotations from the greatest wheat market in the United States show Chicago prices May 31 with wheat at 86.5 cents, corn at 45 cents, and oats at 30.4 cents. A separate incident notes Song Wah, a Chinese man, allegedly suicided in Spokane after being driven from Coulee City over ration issues with a white woman.
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United States
Chicago
Song Wah
Spokane
Coulee City
Defends Rockefeller in Baptist Examiner article
Dr Robert MacArthur pastor of Calvary Baptist church writes in the Baptist Examiner published tomorrow defending Rockefeller. He denounces coarse criticism as cruel and cowardly attacks and says investigations show illegal transactions meet high business moral standards. He calls Rockefeller a Christian gentleman in private and business life.
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New York
Robert MacArthur
Calvary Baptist Church
Baptist Examiner
Rockefeller
Rockfeller Mallen
Fire destroys building and stock at LaGrande
May 21 La Grande fire wipes out the building owned by J. Bunte and stock held by Mr. Jacobs. Fire origin unknown though theory points to the attic. Building and contents valued with insurance. owner plans to reopen once losses settle.
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la Grande
J. @. Bunte
Doeobs
Jacobin
Ecen
English yacht Valhalla shelled in Scilly Islands race
In Traantinitic Yacht Race near Scilly Inlands, the English yacht Valhalla was shelled 20 miles southwest at 11:40 am. In Southampton on May 21 the alien hull arrived exhausted. Captain Barr had not slept for 45 hours. Owner Marshall credited skipper Charles Barr fully.
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Race
Scilly Inlands
Sotto
Westenly Reese
Southampton
Barr
Marshall
Charles Barr
King Alfonso of Spain attends early morning visit with president
May 21 report from Port says King Alfonso of Spain and President Loobet left for a reception at the county ball then moved to the Spanish embassy amid enthusiastic crowds. Police pursue Austrian Verdnoh over alleged plot linked to the assassination attempt in Paris. Derby at Eoom Downs features Land Base Jenry's Clan Maherap with nine races.
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Alfonso of
Bomin
Loobet
Plasto Asausiente
Perle
Vernoh
Alfonse
Fin Panis
Dowson
Jenry
Maherap
Eoom Downs
Twenty Seven Men Entombed in Tunnel Disaster
Mortrace Col May 21 27 men entombed in the Guntibeus branch tunnel near Cedar Creek after a cave in. One body recovered, others trapped under timbers. Twenty one rescued, two dead, four injured and still in tunnel at noon. Rescue crews prepared to continue digging.
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Mortrace
Col
Guntibeus
Cedar Creek
Edward Schuler
Floys Woodruff
Morton Will Retire From Navy This July
Secretary of the Navy Morton announced this afternoon he will retire on July 1. The decision ends a long tenure and shapes upcoming defense leadership. Washington sources confirm the retirement plans and transition timing.
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Morton
Washington
Secretary of the Navy
Chinese Boycott Over Exclusion Treaty Moves Forward
Manila reports the Chinese chamber of commerce has voted to boycott all American merchandise in retaliation for the new exclusion treaty. The text notes the U S Supreme Court has adjourned until October.
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Manila
Chinese Chamber of Commerce
United States Supreme Court
Referendum tension as labor leaders plan vote
Chicago sources report a scheduled conference of labor leaders amid a teamsters strike. An executive committee vote may trigger a referendum to rally strikers, while President Shearwell favors continuing the struggle despite opposition. Police guard wagons as protest risks widen and boycotts spread.
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Chicago
Grand Jury
Meester
Teammsters
International Brotherhood of Crime Tonerapy
Shei
Kionwell
Strogeli
Mld
James Spencer
New York State Tax Upheld on Corporate Franchises
The United States Supreme Court today sustained the state tax on corporate franchises in a decision by Justice Brewer. Key claimants included the Manhattan Elevated Railway, Consolidated Gas, Alotrenotitan Trogtion, Brooklyn Gas, and New York & Harlem Railroad, with due amounts listed.
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New York
Cy Iboition
Supreme Court
United States
Tir Manhattn Elevated Railway Company
Consolidated Gas Company
Alotrenotitan Trogtion Company
Brookyn Gas Company
New York & Harem Railroad
Hrewer
Boy dragged to death on farm near Sprague
May 31 Sprague Wash report of William Hollard an 88 year old boy employed by James McDonald killed when his foot caught in a horse’s stirrup and dragged. Witnesses W. Hollank and Mike Tristown could not help. Death likely from chest impact or broken sternum. Burial planned under Sprague camp Woolmes of the World.
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Sprague Wash
Wiliam Hollard
James McDonald
Hong
Sprague
Melonaid
W. 4
Hollank
Mike
Buchanan
Young Hojlink
Sprague Camp
Woolmes
Directors at Equitable study Frick report on management
New York May 31 Directors for the Equitable met at eleven to consider the Frick committee report. It is learned from a reliable source the report censures the society for mismanagement. It is not expected any high officials will be removed. The consideration may not finish today. The directors adjourned at 1 20 until four.
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New York
Thhe Equitable
Frick Committee
Society For Mic- Management
Alexander
Russian Army in Open Revolt in Manchuria
Reports from St. Petersburg and London describe widespread Russian mutiny as troops in Manchuria refuse to fight on. Officials debate ending the war, while naval prestige and internal reform drive calls for peace with Britain, America, and Japan pressing for terms.
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St. Petersburg
Linetiveh
Rojeetvensiy
Manchuria
Lineviteh
Victory and capitulation amid Pacific conflict
A dispatch from Glasgow May 31 reports a decisive naval action in which a squadron intercepted Japanese forces, destroying or capturing most of their equipment and seizing their commander in chief. The note praises the victory and expresses sympathy for the fallen and wounded while the emperor thanks the victors. Additional notes mention Linevitch’s cavalry capturing a Japanese provision train on May 24, Japan seeking guarantees from powers on Russia’s obligations before peace, and the Russian battleship Orel arriving at Malwan under Japanese colors to cheers and illumination in its honor.
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Orel
Kobe
Malwarn
Rio Grande High Submerges El Paso Area
May 11 report shows the Rio Grande rising above levels in years, crippling railroad traffic and flooding Anthony New Mexico nearly submerged. Mesilla Valley crops ruined and property damage estimated at 400000 pounds. El Paso faces no immediate danger despite regional extent.
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Tio Grande
Anthony
N. M
Mesit
Fl Paso
Destructive Pine Fire Destroys Homes at Warroad
A large blaze at Warroad near the Minnesota border destroyed nineteen business houses and two residences. Loss estimated at 250000 dollars. Fire spread from an adjacent depot area, with firefighters from Warroad and nearby Canadian stations battling the flames. No injuries reported. The blaze consumed structures along the main thoroughfare, prompting evacuations and an investigation into the initial cause.
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Warroad
Winnipeg
Minnesota
Canadian
Commencement of the Academy at Presbyterian Church
Five graduates will deliver orations at the academy commencement tonight at the Presbyterian Church. W R Ellis will address the graduates at 8 o'clock. Elmer Yates Mary Odessa Porter James Hartogan Sturgia and Elda Pearl Potter will present the orations. Mrs Helen Webb Marston conducts music and a banquet at Assembly Hall followed by speeches from alumni and trustees.
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Presbyterian Church
Ier - Meio
Cudgee W. RR
Ellis
Elmer Yates
Mary Lyons
Mary Odessa Porter
Oregon
James Hartogan Sturgia
the Magi
Stanley Yates
Elda Pearl Potter
Helen Webb Marston
Assembly Hall
Academy
Board of Trustees
Western Federation of Miners Endorses Industrial Union
In Salt Lake City on May 11 the Western Federation of Miners voted overwhelmingly to endorse the industrial union and to send delegates to the Chicago convention opening June 27. The vote repudiates Samuel Gompers and William Mitch ell and marks a complete break with the AFL executive council.
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Gompers
Mitchell
Salt Lake
Western Federation of Miners Indorsed Industrial Union
Deelgates
Chicago
American Federation of Labor
Police Court Disposes with Disorderlies and Scrappers
In the police court this morning Jim Androads forfeited bail to 4 dollars for riding a wheel on the sidewalk. A F Nicholas forfeited 10 dollars for driving too fast through the city. Eli Parr received 10 dollars or five days for fighting. Ann Hicklin was sentenced to 16 days or 20 dollars for fighting. Hicklin was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Spikes last evening during a fight. Deputy Davis tried to part them and Spike assisted, sending Hicklin to the city jail for the night.
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A. F. Nicholas
Eli Parr
Ann Hicklin
Spikes
Hicklin
Davis
Admiral Yamma Congratulates Togo in Navy Wire
On May 31 Admiral Yamma, minister of the navy, wired congratulations to Admiral Togo. The message lauds the enemy's second and third squadrons as having been overcome in a notable naval engagement. The exchange reflects allied recognition of maritime achievements.
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Tokio
Yammato
Togo
Fifty Progenitors Are Necessary For Celilo Event
The Pendleton Commercial Association and Umatilla county leaders plan to send a committee to Celilo for a portage ceremony. A large turnout from Eastern Oregon is anticipated, with J A Smith of the Open River Association reporting strong interest from Baker City. Transport constraints include no Northern Pacific boat and a crowded Mountain Gem. Wall Walla interests propose a special train, with a round trip fare near $8.25, inviting Pendleton to join.
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Mourtadin Geom
Celilo
Mort
Oregon
Certalin
Borie
J. A. Smith
Open River Association
Baker City
Celtic
Umatilla County
Borle
The
Commercial Association
B W. McComins
Henry Rosenberg
Cr. W. Myers
Amdr
Pendleton Commercial Association
Golmge
Umatine County
Portland
Morpling
Chamberlain Aml
Portage Commission
East Oregonian
N. G. Blalock
Walla Walla
Mountain Gem
Lewston
Umatilla
Pendleton
Blalock
Wall Walle
East Oregon
Tmetiila
Arlington
Lewieton
E. W. McCemos
Ese
Oregonian
Inland Empire
Petition Denied. Governor Grants Reprieve for Writ
The supreme court morning denied the petition of Mrs Rogers attorneys for a writ of error. Governor Bell granted a reprieve to permit a writ of error to be filed in the state supreme court.
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Rogers
Dente
Howell
Supreme Court
Bell
Orer
State Supreme Court
Fairbanks Arrives in Portland for Law and Clark Exposition
Vice President and Mrs Fairbanks arrive by special train at 4 a m over the Northern Pacific for the opening ceremonies. They are met by officials and escorted by the Fourth Cavalry to the home of H W Goods, head of the fair commission, where Fairbanks will be entertained during his stay.
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Mia Fairbanks
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