16 Nov 1906
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1906
Page
1
After a massive storm, towns along the Cowie Lewla and surrounding districts report widespread destruction. Widespread wire outages, washed-out bridges, and damaged mills leave mills and logging camps crippled. damage is pegged around 200 000 dollars with many communities flooded and transport disrupted.
Widespread flooding across Washington state and western Oregon strands travelers and halts rail traffic. The Cascades see torrential rain and melting snow swelling rivers, with the Cowitt river leaping to 20 feet above its low mark and a 800 foot drawbridge between Kelso and collapsing. The steamer Kurton battles the rising waters as residents fear being swept away. Emergency calls for aid pour in from Portland while communications falter east and north.
Ernest Bicknell of the Chicago bureau of charities asserts no criminal diversion of the San Francisco relief fund occurred. He praises Schmitz for acting amid disaster and believes all contributions reached proper destinations despite possible misentries in remittance records.
Washington officials say there is ignorance of any fund misappropriation at the Red Cross in San Francisco. Secretary Miss Roordman notes about 9 million dollars was raised for the city relief, with 400 thousand sent to San Francisco and every dollar accounted for.
City faces deadlock over charter amendments as legislature must authorize changes. Debate centers on a reinforced concrete bridge on Malin Street and a rise in saloon license fees, with bids to fund street improvements and city revenue. Authorities differ on consent and timing, delaying action until state approval.
Ambiguous report outlines contentious policy talks as Gompers faction debates party lines in Minnesota and surrounding areas. Mentions federation ties, proposals, and a vote adjournment following a morning session.
An earthquake shook Fanthquake in New Mexico causing morning alarm as residents found objects toppled from shelves and articles moved. No injuries reported but minor property disruption noted.
OY Stewart Dam Endicott and a Swede are charged in a justice court with larceny in a gambling game with G. W. Migners at the Turner Hall Rey Stewart Sam Madiowtt and the unnamed Swede face trial. Judge Parkes set a $500 bond for Stewart. Endicott and the Swede remain at large as the case proceeds.
Cheter Thompson, accused of killing Judge G Mead Emory in Seattle, faces trial in Pierce County after a change of venue. Prosecutor Mickintosh will travel to Tacoma to confirm the December 10 date, with Judge Snell likely presiding and the case previously set for November 15.
In Haley on November 14, evidence of fuel scarcity appears as Uy Bolte Commission Co. ships 110 cars behind schedule. Contracts placed mainly in early to mid summer show missed targets for delivery of coal and wagons. The firm, formed after freight rate auctions on wood, failed to secure any additional cars, underscoring the tight supply.
The first shipment of 228 barrels of bitumen for the War Construction camp arrives after a long route. Two more cars carrying 149 and 148 barrels follow. Paving work expected to start before next week as machinery assembly is delayed by breakage en route. The rush stone factory is placing stone on Sefforkon street near Boyenth streets.
San Francisco November 16 Indictments in multiple graft cases prompt renewed efforts by Langdon and Heney to obtain further indictments. Focus shifts to the Belvidere Music Hall case linked to 25 percent stock gains through promoter ties with Jim Coffroth and Eddy Groney. Proceedings track toward the grand jury as inquiry resumes.
An unknown Tal ion was killed and another injured aboard a freight engine that derailed on the Southern Preflex at Montenello last night. The wreck halted work as repairs begin amid the investigation into the down grade collision.
Nov 16 report from Douglas Aris says an explosion at a nearby quarry nine miles east of the city killed about 20 people. Rescue teams work at the scene as authorities investigate the cause and tally missing workers.
Mantle B. Gwinn was named president of Pendleton Savings Bank at a regular meeting, succeeding W. J. Furnish who will retain major financial interests and remain a director. Furnish led the bank to strong growth with resources over 15 million, while Gwinn vows to continue a prudent policy supporting legitimate enterprises. No other personnel changes are planned as remodeling and improvements proceed with architect E. B. MacNaughton coordinating the project.
The steamer Mountain Gem arrived at Riparia Saturday for hull repairs and will be placed in commission and turned over to the O R & N on Saturday. It will start for Le wiston on Friday and then serve the upper river.
Alexander Huegening a longtime resident of The Dalles since 1960 is dead. Tie Witt of Switzerland is mentioned in connection with the case.
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