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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1911
Page
1
Voters across several states confront decisive ballots on Governor Wilson's referendum, William Tirvin's stance, a campaign against Tammany Hall, and other major political questions shaping the upcoming elections.
States elections underway across the nation test political power. In New Jersey Governor Woodrow Wilson ideas lead, Nebraska sees Taft and Wilson differences, and New York grapples with Foley era tensions. All affect the 1912 national race.
Trenton New Jersey November 7 voters in Mercer and Trenton counties weigh three referendum propositions under the referendum law. The outcome is seen as a test of Governor Wilson's strength for the Democratic presidential nomination and the party's repudiation of his policies.
Taft cast his ballot in Cincinnati during today's municipal election, completing the vote in seven minutes. The quick ballot process highlighted smooth polling as residents participated across the city.
Voters in Lincoln Nebraska face a busy election day with seven judicial seats, one congressman, and county officer positions on the ballot. Ryan aims to energize support for Democratic candidates to rebuke President Taft.
Boston November 7 President Tafts tariff plank on cotton and wool schedules revised by Democrats dominates the Massachusetts campaign. Republicans push the tariff as their governor bid with Louis A Frothingham as their spokesman, predicting a 35 000 vote plurality. Foss the Democrat forecasts a 50 000 lead.
Voters in New Mexico and Arizona prepare for November 7 elections covering governor state offices congressmen legislators and county posts as territories move toward statehood while the issue of ten United States senators remains unresolved with January likely for Senate selections. The Democrats pledge party strength in Arizona and New Mexico as Republicans signal readiness to contest.
Los Angeles November 7 federal grand jury to return indictments against members of the Pad ly Coast Plumbing Supply group spanning Oregon Washington and California. Authorities allege a Sherman antitrust conspiracy involving forty firms linked to a network of manufacturing concerns and individuals with vast capital and hundreds of employees. Indictments target alleged price fixing and market manipulation tied to plumbing supplies.
Washington reports General Bixby supervising the salvage of the sunken battleship Milne from Havana harbor. The stern remains underwater while the bow may be raised and cut away. He warns the work will take many months and will be tedious as theories about the explosion remain unresolved since thirteen years ago.
Mrs. Vermilya, charged in Policeman Bissonetto murder and suspected in other incidents, showed a reserved wary mood as she was moved from her home at Chicasa Wisconsin. She appeared very weak and has undergone detailed examination under ongoing detainments.
Nov 7 report from Cleveland Press Bulletin claims William Rockefeller Sr., father of John D. Rockefeller, has been dead for about eighteen months. Unconfirmed by officials, the elder Rockefeller, nearly 100, is said to be buried unknown location, with rumors of ransom and concealment dating to 1910.
Pendleton Nov. 7 1911 Edwin East Oregonian notes straw ballot idea and calls for voters to understand candidate platforms. The writer declines city office run due to county duties but urges informed choice on mayoral duties under a commission system, water, service issues, and local liquor questions within Home Rule powers. A large Pendleton majority supports local option history and cautious policy.
Federal authorities received the McNamara documents via a federal judge order and the grand jury began examining them in the dynamite case. Judge Bordwell sustained challenges to juror McKee amid defense efforts to impeach him as the prosecution argued mental fitness. Indianapolis coverage noted the national flow of papers and reactions from both sides.
Washington Nov 7 Seare fairy MacVeneh of the United States treasury announced opposition to a plan that national banks control stock through a holding company. He warned that it would concentrate banking power in a few. He also urged modification of the currency reform plan advocated by Chairlain Aldrich before approval. Senator Meeveagh said sentiment favors a national reserve revolution in saving and any congressional faction could hinder currency legislation this winter. Ast B Thompson returned home to Keho after a day and night in the city.
German war correspondent in Tripoli cites New York World reporter Franck McCullogh and Gottholy condemning brutal acts by Turkish forces. Many editors abandon postings, urging nations to intervene to stop slaughter of women and children as siege forts endure heavy shelling and fighting.
The Boys and Girls Aid Society of Portland reports 72 children in its home, with many boys aged seven to fourteen available for adoption or foster care. J G Kilpack, traveling representative, says demand for younger children is high as families prefer very young ages. Kilpack spoke at a recent Child Welfare congress in Portland and just returned from Edin, studying local institutions.
Noted editor Dr Alfred Lambden of the Philadelphia Ledger died today at his home after illness. He was a prominent figure in local journalism and led the Ledger during his years as editor in chief.
J V Tallman withdraws from Pendleton mayoral contest leaving seven candidates in the straw election. He cites inability to devote required time due to pharmacy business and duties as school board chair. KR Alexander votes early and others urged to mail ballots for the straw poll to be counted Saturday by a committee of candidates' supporters.
J R Raley rounds up approval to run for mayor in Pendleton with petitions to be circulated and filed by December 4. He cites friends urging candidacy and vows to present a platform after releasing a public statement of views on local affairs. Brock withdraws from mayoral bid. straw ballot entry ends.
At today's hearing before the committee on Employers Liability and Workmen's Compensation Samuel Gompers urged radical changes. He favored paying a fixed weekly or monthly sum instead of a lump payment to workers or dependents to reduce loss from bad investments.
Miss Myrtle Miller aged 19 swallowed carbolic acid at home in Raker Oregon in the afternoon. She died within minutes in the presence of her parents Mr and Mrs A J Siliet and her sweetheart Marl Wary. The marriage ceremony had been postponed.
New York on November 7 Dr Charles Eliot president emeritus of Harvard and his wife began a voyage to promote international peace. They will visit Paris the Far East including India Burma and the Philippines Hong Kong Shanghai and return via San Francisco. Eliot was chosen by Carnegie trustees to guide global efforts for world peace study and cooperation.
Dispatches from Shanghai report General Wu Lu Chen, newly named governor of Shansu, assassinated by Manchu soldiers amid rebel infighting. The incident sparks fears for Americans in Amoy and Foo Chow as foreign consulates brace for possible attack while ships and Marines move to protect interests. Viceroy of Mankang allegedly commits suicide after Tartar commander fires on rebels during defense of the city.
Freewater Oregon voters decide if the town should allow a saloon. The Hudson Bay Orange lodge urged veto and the Ferndale grange lodge sent resolutions to newspapers calling residents to oppose licensing. The resolutions were signed by over 400 members.
In Concord California on a November day a youth named Cota aged twenty two reportedly shot himself with a .22 rifle. He was found dead near a hotel woodlot with his harp nearby and a note indicating he killed himself while playing the harp. The fragmentary text mentions lip blood and a self-inflicted wound as the instrument of death.
Alaskan reports the power schooner Duxbury en route from St. Michiel to Seattle today carrying fourteen teenagers. The group arrived too late to join the last regime of navigation for the season. Nome weather remains warm.
O Brien states strike over with the railroad company reporting no lasting damage. Traffic returns to normal with full crews in Ta Grande and Albina shops. Through-train delays remain but not attributed solely to the strike. two years ago similar delays occurred without a walkout.
In Chicago on November 7, a movement under No Vote No Tax vows to withhold tax payments from women property owners who cannot vote. The No Vote No Tax league gathered to mobilize about one thousand members to join the tax protest and urged a $1 membership to support the effort.
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