29 Nov 1901
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1901
Page
1
A fragmentary report mentions a Philadelphia educational event at a site near Canton amid island cession discussions. It references funding from Fowler for a building project and notes casualties from a train incident in Illinois. It also alludes to various international figures and events, including a U.S. delegation and a Venezuelan departure, all within a jumbled historical page.
A report notes the death of Oregon pioneer Wart an Oregon native who passed away at home in Salem area after long residency. The obituary mentions his ties to the Oregon National Guard and local institutions, with references to Morinis and nearby counties.
In Washington on November 20 Democratic and Republican members of the House and Senate arrive in force as the Democratic caucus convenes at 1 a m. Richard son of Tennessee is set to lead the minority with a speakership nomination. Burleson of Texas plans a resolution binding caucus members to follow its dictate within the Kansas City platform and targets populists socialists and half Republicans who attend caucuses but refuse to commit. He also will press a resolution against Democrats soliciting patronage from the administration.
The House Republicans will conduct a caucus tomorrow after Speaker Henderson is reelected without opposition. They plan to discuss rules and party policy with the Reed rules expected to be adopted despite Hepburn and Hepburn’s allies opposing them. Washington awaits the congressional answer as preparations finish for the new session.
Adrian Michigan November 29 Wabash officials faced public concern over the Seneca train wreck victims with the death toll expected under twenty. They refused to identify who was responsible for the disaster and insisted the final toll would not exceed twenty.
Rome reports a Boise gathering of Republican county chairmen and delegates to name a successor to ex Senator Shoup. Under Frank Gooding’s call, leaders discuss views to recommend a person to Chairman Hanna for national committee appointment when Shoup resigns.
Chicago residents anticipate a grand opening as preparations reach completion for the international livestock exposition. The show promises record numbers and diversity, with cattle from Texas and the western plains, sheep from Ohio Idaho and Wyoming, hogs from across the country, plus high bred stock from Canada and Europe. Next week the National Livestock Association will meet to add significance to the event.
In Hartford on November 29 the 126 pound bout ended in the second round as Young Corbett overwhelmed Terry McGovern. Referee Charley White halted the bout after ten seconds in round two as McGovern struggled to rise. A $16,100 purse was later offered by the Twentieth Century Athletic Club for a rematch with McGovern. Dave Sullivan challenged the winner.
Official dispatches from Colombia report improving tone and possible tranquility in Panama as hostilities may resume at any moment. Transport protection remains strong and terminals secured, with movement potentially shifting to other Colombian ports. United States and state departments are credited for prompt actions preventing diplomatic complications with France, Germany, England, and other powers.
Washington reports a cablegram says the liberal forces in Colon were defeated and the Colombian government gained control. Captain Perry’s dispatch confirms surrender arrangements and the handover to General Alban, with Perry entering Colon that evening.
Washington reports from Manila that no lives were lost when the transport Wright struck a rock at the entrance of San Juanico Straits. Much of the cargo will be saved though damaged. the weasel was badly injured but may be saved.
Joseph Faure 28, formerly wealthy sheep man from Snake River, was found dead by gas asphyxiation in a San Francisco lodging house. He had $100 on him and $500 in a bank. He owned Delmonico lodging house in Walla Walla and left a wife and one child. Authorities note he may have mistaken the gas for an accident.
Amsterdam reports sensational royal scandal renewed with Queen Wilhelmina likely to seek divorce from Prince Concert over cruelty and improper conduct. A Hague cable says the queen’s woes stem from the consort’s treatment. Major Vantets allegedly intervened as the prince attacked the queen, leading to a deadly duel and Vantets near death.
In a federal district court in Chicago the White Swan mine owner Leteon Halliet of Baker City faced fraud charges. The jury was discharged after a juror died. the case could not proceed with eleven jurors and was continued to the next term.
Allahbaba November 2 British forces report driving back Masudawasiri raiders with heavy loss. The British era on ten days surprised and destroyed Ma kin, one of the raiders villages, in a major engagement.
New York dispatch reports Miss Stone and Mme Tellka were seized by brigands and butchered after the kidnapping. The Vienna correspondent confirms the grisly outcome and ongoing investigation.
Sioux City dispatch notes the Northwestern railway will open its Movile extension to public traffic tomorrow. The twenty one mile line connects the Sac City division with Sioux City, promising the shortest route to reach the region and enhance local transport.
The New York market report notes foreign demand boosting wheat, with Liverpool closing higher and New York opening at 81 in 82 to end at 82. Chicago gains, pork up to 16.27, clove and sugar quoted, steel at 434, while St Paul and Union Pacific rise to 1684 and 1034 respectively.
Washington November 29 The Honing trial courtroom was packed with women. The detective who arrested Mrs Bonine testified about the confession given by her revealing Ayres held her discharged pistol and blood spatter. The stenographer testified Mrs Bonine remained calm while giving details to police. The district attorney read the statement as her husband and two sons sat nearby.
James Ferguson of Ellenebirg and Mrs Robineau of this city, siblings, reunited yesterday in Walla Walla after forty one years. Once residents of Mahaska county, they pursued gold mining toward California, later settling near Ellenshark then in Kansas. A telegraph inquiry and funeral notices prompted the meeting, now celebrated at Mrs Robinson’s home, 16 Cherry.
Pittsburg November 29 officials report little sign that railroad switchmen strike affects local yards. Today's traffic moves better than in days before the strike declaration as many men have returned to work and the situation stabilizes.
Indian man Jack Weet Soot was killed by a work train three miles east of Pendleton near Toolowk. Coroner W G Cole found no blame and deemed no inquest necessary. The man, known as a common tribesman, had a history with liquor and court actions, including a prior case over allotment rights under Dawes Act.
Governor General Wood arrived from Cuba and said conditions are quiet there with elections planned for February. He came to discuss transfer details with the War Department and said the handover to Cubans would occur in May. He will recommend tariff concessions for sugar and tobacco.
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