15 Nov 1909
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1909
Page
1
A grim update reports 400 miners entombed with none rescued as efforts continue to lower rescue parties into the unsafe mine. The fire remains burning and officials describe the mine as once the country’s safest. Families seek assistance amid the tragedy.
Cherry Nov 15 report says four rescuers exiting the shaft after a second descent found intense head at the 200 foot level blocking progress. No trace of the entombed men. Howe men to be sent down to fight the fire, worsening the desperate outlook.
Nov 15 Cherry A rescue team in gasproof armour found lamps caps and oil cans at the 300 foot level near the shaft indicating some of the 400 entombed miners reached the shaft and left again The descent proved safe with no fire seen Officials including W W Taylor and Earl Ing comment on the accident attributing it to accidental ignition of hay stables and urge aid for grieving families Food and medicines are being shipped and Governor Deneen may call for state aid Milk rationing for children is ordered as mine workers proceed with relief efforts Mayor Connolly acts on city assistance and Lewis of the miners union authorizes $5000 for relief efforts
San Francisco November 15 The Pacific Coast League opened its annual meeting with President Ewing resigning after his report Possible successors include Pielcher Jones formerly with the Chicago White Sox and Wu lam Lange
Boston on November 165 with Mrs Augusta Stetson the deposed leader of the Chris Han Bellintite from New York was examined today by the board of directors of the mother church. The examination was secret and those involved refused to give information.
Washington November 1. Announcement from the Department of Justice confirms the reappointment of Henry Sietine as attorney general to represent the government in land fraud cases in Oregon.
The barkentine Retriever reached San Francisco under dire conditions after a gale off Cape Flattery tore its rigging and swept away fifty thousand feet of lumber. The voyage from Port Ludlow to San Francisco suffered severe damage with flooded cabin and galley and two broken ribs for Captain Dent after a wave struck him.
In San Francisco on November 15, Yee Wing, an aide to the Yee family, tried to shoot Paul Schmidt while Schmidt and Eugene Moffitt guarded Lee Reuthe, the interpreter. Schmidt wrestled Yee, who fled two blocks before being captured by patrols led by Sergeant Morse.
A Meacham night wreck left conductor Regan and his La Grande crew lucky to escape serious harm as an extra freight train struck a flatcar on a passing track. The caboose toppled into a ditch but the slow engine speed prevented a larger disaster. occupants awakened by the jolt suffered only minor bruises.
Five boys aged 14 to 18 went missing after sailing in a small boat on San Francisco Bay. A search began when they failed to return, with fathers reporting the incident to police. Later they reappeared claiming no danger and saying they intended to return, but the tide stranded their boat. The youths are Humbert Filipgilli, Joseph Filipgilli, John Dunn, Alfred Dunn, and Frank Levy.
Paris reports Mme. Steinheil remains in seclusion at a countryside villa after her Saturday acquittal. She avoids cameras and newspapers, with predictions of sweeping court reforms tied to the trial. Upon arrival at the Hotel Terminum she asked for champagne and sandwiches, expressing happiness that the ordeal is over.
Francisco Calif afternoon report says Hazel Wilkins, 24, an electrician from Bor ton, shot his wife Ate Und med 17 three times in their room after entering unannounced. He claims no motive while the wife lies near death. Williams is jailed in the city prison.
Captain and Mrs. George Seeley of Seattle arrive this evening from Walla Walla for a few days visit at the home of Attorney and Mrs Will M. Peterson. Mrs Sealey and Mrs Peterson are estore.
Rose Pastor Stokes, formerly married to J D Stokes, claims August Belmont and the National Manufacturers Association spend or plan to spend large sums to oppose socialism. She calls for rebellion if needed to protect liberty and warns of white slavery in escalating repression, citing arrests in Los Angeles and Spokane.
In San Francisco on November 16 Mrs Callhan and her niece Katherine Brown aged seven years were killed when a hogey overturned after being struck by a speeding Ocean View car. James Callahan, husband, suffered two broken legs. Motor man Meegan was arrested on manslaughter charges.
London reports abdication of King Leopold of Belgium is momentarily expected. Dispatches warn of serious consequences if he refuses to renounce the throne. Anti Leopold faction negotiates with Prince Albert to succeed his father.
Judge Marshall overruled the demurrers to the federal indictments tied to Governor Haskell and others in the town lots case. The ruling clears the path to trial as the cases proceed.
Cairo Illinois faced a quiet Sunday under militia oversight after Governor Deneen’s orders halted saloons and sparked arrests. Judge Butler announced a grand jury to review lynching leaders by December 8 while pastors condemned lawlessness, insisting the blaze of lynching harms Cairo’s reputation and blaming local officials for fostering the conditions that bred mob violence.
In Santa Cruz on November 15, Thomas Wolfing collapsed while addressing a Christian Science gathering. Physicians ruled his death a heart failure witnessed by a large crowd.
Eastern Oregon endures a rare November freeze with Pendleton and Umatilla County recording near zero to 12 below readings from various thermometers. Wheat and potato fields face possible delays, sheep and cattle are under stress, while officials note the storm’s snow preserves ground moisture and aggregates a three-fifths inch rainfall over the period.
Michael Ryan faces a first degree murder trial for the killing of Edward Dixon at the Ryan farm in northeastern county. Judge A J Bean and District Attorney Phelps prepared for a 10 am start after delays from misidentification and juror issues. The case may consume the week as veniremen are questioned, with Morse horse theft cases and other matters deferred to January. Theodore G Earheart has been granted a change of venue to this court for a separate case.
San Francisco reports the postponement of Patrick Calhoun's bribery trial to December 6 delaying further action until January when Pickert resumes as district attorney. The absence of Judge Lawlor prompts the delay and Fickert asserts he will prosecute the cases or take steps to secure a jury before January if needed.
Cincinnati records show Charlie Warriner local treasurer of the Big Four railread faces charges November 25 for embezzlement and grand larceny. He reportedly admitted taking $643,000 from company funds amid a widening investigation.
A Branford event at the University of Cydil planned for Sunday involved friends traveling to Pendieton for a social gathering.
Nov 15 Singapore. The mail steamer Layne and the Onda collided in thick haze near Java. Layne sank in two minutes, with 62 aboard saved from shark-infested wreckage. Drowned include Baron and Baroness Beniczky, Mount captain of Layne, five European officers and eight natives. Rescue by the Onda carried 61 survivors to port amid shark attacks and severe injuries.
Washington reports the supreme court fined and jailed six officials for contempt in connection with the Ed Johnson lynching in Chattanooga on March 19, 1906. Sheriff Shipp received ninety days, Deputy Gibson sixty, Luther Williams ninety, Patrick Nolan zero, Henry Padgett sixty, and William Mayer sixty days. The court found they did not attempt to stop the mob.
Three Mexican laborers die or are seriously injured when a cave in at the Miami Copper company concentrator following a landslide triggered by heavy rains. Jesus Castillo and Pascual Ruiz die. a third worker is critically hurt while buried at the site.
Washington notice reports President Taft has proclaimed November 25 as Thanksgiving Day. The declaration marks a national day of observance and reflection across the United States.
A Confederate era wedding was held at Second Baptist Church Atlanta with the bride Miss Ted Wil Byrd and groom George B Morgan. General Clement A Evans officiated in full Confederate dress as six veterans acted as ushers and General Evans gave away the bride amid Confederate color draped surroundings.
In Stokane Nevada the National Apple Show opened with President titled the maiden event, featuring about a million and a half apples on display. Exhibits cover votes across the Union as the event kicks off.
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