27 Nov 1906
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1906
Page
1
San Francisco reports indicate a fresh stream of evidence since the last adjournment. The Belvidere case is central as prosecutors pursue perjury and extortion charges. Indictments will be sought after further review of the materials. The jury plans to reconvene Friday to inspect the new Belvidere evidence.
The article sketches the career of Ex Governor Prank W. At of Difatio who died recently. It recounts his early service as captain in the regiment, support for the Spain war, and his rise through Democratic and fusion factions. It notes his election as governor in 1890, two-year term, and subsequent defeat by John T. Morxeon.
Baltimore and Ohio railroad raises switchmen wages by four cents an hour. The move reflects ongoing labor adjustments as workers seek parity amid changing operations.
Southern Nevada fuel famine worsens in Tonopah and nearby camps as miners and residents endure cold, snow, and dwindling coal. Crowds gather in saloons at Goldfield to keep warm while hopeful shipments from the Southern Pacific promise relief within days.
Havana reports a near record sugar crop but planters warn labor shortfalls could hamper processing. They urge rapid use of a $1,000,000 immigration fund and note competition from South American republics and the United States. Governor Magoon will hold further talks to urge immigration.
Dayton detectives report a witness claiming to have seen a Negro on a car and a girl jumping twenty feet beyond the spot. The accused, Thomas Wilson, a cook, says he saw the girl Wave leave the car and jump. Police are pursuing the case as details remain unclear.
New York, Nov. 27. Bishop Potter denies living in a “syharlic eliganer” and rejects the accusation against him in Edward Shepard’s statement. Shepard, counsel for Dro Crapeey, described the recent harassment trial as not requiring a response. Potter said he will hold a public show to address the claims if needed.
In Madris on November 27 deputies discussed dedicating half the session to matters of associations and potential church and state reforms. The ambiguous motion centers on reorganization and oversight of church relations within civil governance.
Moonlit river flood devastates Cornwall at dawn. Three children and two girls among victims. Pickens River rose fifteen feet sweeping debris through the town. Cornwall and lower levels suffer severe damage. a lone survivor, Cornwall, escapes.
In a severe cold snap residents shivered and went to bed hungry due to gas supply inadequacy and coal and wood shortages. The gas shortages spread citywide as generators failed, causing low pressure cited by the company.
Floyd Burner, 12, son of Mrs Leon Turner, a widow in Grand Island, Nebr, was returned today by Elmer Brown of Omaha after a kidnapping. Brown traced the suspect to a sweat shop in Baltimore following leads through several cities and a Polish Jewish traveling salesman.
In New York on November 27 the jury completed taking evidence in the trial of George Burnham Jr, vice president of Mutual Reserve Life Insurance, charged with grand larceny and forgery.
The second day of the teachers convention in La Grande featured Dr. A. L. Winship and Prof. Ed. B. Penrose delivering entrancing addresses. Officers were elected, including President E. Breage and Secretary Hockena. Lectures covered primary reading and high school history, with discussions on public school reform and moral instruction.
Pendleton lodge No 258 prepares a memorial program for departed brethren. Rev Andreas Hurd will deliver the eulogy at the Redeemer church, with Exalted Ruler presiding and a choir. The list of deceased Pendleton Elks includes F P Sturgis William T Murphy E P Boyd H C Guernsey F W Watts K Van Dran Charles Zebler Frank H Parr H H Hallock.
Oregon report details Henry B. McGinn and John Menwink removed from Judge Sears court by Deputy Sheriff as McGinn defied orders to leave. Earlier McGinn and Manning were fined and censured for contempt after bitter remarks. both later cited for punishment. The incident drew statewide attention and was covered by The Oregon Daily Journal.
New York Nov 27 The American Sugar Refining Company was fined 316000 for accepting rebates from the New York Central. The railroad was fined the same last week for rebates to the company. Washington Nov 27 Cabinet meets with Roosevelt briefing on canal plans ahead of Congress. Also notes on Japanese affairs and political maneuvering in Washington.
Fragmentary OCR text references a New York gambling plant and authority actions. Mentions a torrent author and a pope, with unclear names and aims. Unable to determine coherent event, date, or participants from available words.
In a November session Doug Las testified about Grace Brown, stating the girl would have become a mother had she lived. The medical expert suggested she died after an act of violence, tying the events to the broader investigation and potential culpability.
Tribesmen and the sultan's forces clash around Taneler as foreign warships prepare to land troops at a moment's notice to safeguard subjects of other powers.
Chicago November 2 Wheat opened at 73 UeS and closed higher at 73. Oats opened at 39% and closed at 39½, while wheat cut opened at 43 and closed the same.
At the Dix Inquire in Seattle on November 27 the five disclosed that Alaska Pacific Navigation Company owners of the Jeanie transferred her to J. He Pharoro, manager of Alivekin Coast Steamship. The move followed an accident amid a U S court motion to stop the ship from leaving toward Merit ish Columbia. Libel action had been filed to prevent her departure.
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