28 Nov 1903
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1903
Page
1
A historic medical discussion weighs policy versus individual risk in treating appendicitis. Doctors argue delaying surgery may save or cost lives depending on a town’s resources and bacteria threat, framing the surgeon’s duty to balance public welfare with patient care.
Two loaded street cars on the University Line collided head on in heavy fog. Harry Kinney, a felon, suffered fatal injuries and internal damage. Motorman Hamden was badly hurt, with severe lacerations. Ten others were seriously injured in the wreck, with more followers and bystanders affected.
Grain markets show mixed movement with some price ease on Argentine wheat concerns, but firming on small declines due to strong demand from commission houses. Northwest receipts trail last year while London Liverpool closing lower. Minneapolis and Chicago wheat futures show modest shifts. Local visitors include Mr and Mrs Br Bell of Lanai who, as large sheep holders, tour Pendleton Hotel in search of purchases from area sheepmen.
General Wood’s defense unfolds amid Senate military affairs hearing with Ray Stannard Baker summoned to testify. Wood denies charges of unfairness and influence over Cuba article, argues expenses justified as American representative, and warns of potential withdrawal of his nomination if proven responsible for misdeeds. Baker’s testimony looms as pivotal in shaping eligibility for a higher post.
JW Virtue C ing, a pioneer mining figure from Baker County, is near death at his Albina home. Known as father of quartz mining in the region, he started a five stamp mill at Virtue mine near Baker City in 1860s. A two term Baker County official and longtime politician, he later moved to Josephine County and served in its legislature in 1897.
A second rabbit drive organized by Bebo Cold Storage and Cangery Co will occur at 2 O clock tomorrow on Mgr Bartholomew's farm two miles from Keho. Several hundred rabbits are expected and many Pendleton residents will travel to Echo to witness and assist. The crowd will depart by morning train and return by No 2 in the evening. Utah mine company recently raised corn price to 76 cents while Governor Wells led an investigation showing the density claim unfounded and price reduced by 90 cents.
Portland prepares to host the seventh annual National Livestock Association meeting January 12 14 16 1904 inviting every Oregon stockman to attend. An executive committee of about 100 leading citizens coordinates plans with urgent appeals to Umatilla County stockmen to participate and welcome visitors.
United States Senator Heyburn and Mrs Heyburn passed through Pocatello Idaho on a Washington bound trip. A large local turnout greeted them and the chamber of commerce petition and city council memorial were presented asking for opening five mile limit lands at two fifty per acre. Heyburn pledged careful attention to the matter and said he needed more time to learn the national situation. He avoided specifics on Reed Lion and Panama questions, noting the new republics birth but needing more information.
A St Petersburg dispatch reports the Russia to America service inaugurated today with cargo booked from South Russian ports and emigrant shipments formed at Naples. The line will operate several slips at minimum fourteen knots, marking the first long distance Russian steamship link between European ports and the Far East.
Washington November 8 Secretary Shaw received a telegram announcing the death of his brother D Shaw of Manila Iowa a well known banker in the town The message was delivered this morning and details were scarce as the family awaits further word from the Philippines
Hon William Blakley argues against immediate repeal of Portage appropriation bills. He says railroads push the repeal and that Portage Road will greatly benefit all parts of the state. He questions the legislature’s timing and contends the project, if stalled, delays regional development and risks future generations.
It is announced the circulating amounting to 4,000 to cover the initial cost of survey and location work on the Creighton Huntington railway has been floated in New York. Surveys over part of the route have already been made. The distance is 18 miles with part of the line through the Snake River gorge where the wall reaches 400 feet high.
News from Washington reports Colombia seeks unity with Central and South American republics against United States action in Panama. Venezuela will not join or officially respond, noting Panama affairs and potential formal replies.
Idaho City man formerly with A and N Engineer sentence for manslaughter in Wing of Avenue Mimmondy case. Convicted today, ten years in prison, with confirmation of no death penalty. Proceedings noted the defendant’s actions and prior status during the trial.
A Boise City man was killed when a spent rifle bullet from a hunter's gun struck him yesterday evening at a wooded park area. Witnesses described the incident as accidental and investigators noted the tragedy occurred during nearby hunting activity.
A divorce was granted in a case involving Cordelia Hawee and others amid a dispute over boat wreckage on the upper Snake River. The record notes the wreck's impact on property, attorney representation by Carter & Haley for the plaintiff Cle clabthd, and a plan to raise 22,000 to construct a replacement owl by the Lawrence General Association within a week.
A report details a fatal incident involving multiple individuals including Reynolds and Loy. Authorities identify a death linked to a faulty act, with names partially obscured. The piece notes plans or expectations of travel and homecoming, indicating a finalized outcome of the event.
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