02 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1903
Page
1
In a troubled sequence of events two victims were badly injured as a feud escalated near Oxford. Investigators say threats and gunfire marked the conflict, with police and special agents pursuing leads. The community awaits clarity as authorities move to ending the violence and holding those responsible to account.
Vancouver report on the short provincial campaign ending with expectations the Liberal Conservative government will be sustained by a small majority. Socialists and labor anticipate five or six seats. the Galway policy favours the Great Northern extension as a counter to the Canadian Pacific monopoly.
The Colorado Springs Federated Trades Council votes to impeach Governor Peabody for sending militia during a time of peace. A committee will arrange an early meeting to discuss action, criticizing the militia as composed of undesirable, inexperienced individuals.
San Francisco reports Harriman will not resign as president of the Southern Pacific. The piece notes plans to build a steel bridge, with an estimated three million dollar cost and the reconstruction bill reaching eleven million within a year. Details describe prior offers to Harriman from Trebilme, Felton, and others, all declined, while funding and labor implications for the Pacific system are outlined.
Pendleton local manager B E Kennedy reports an active grain market with strong bid activity in wheat and corn. Futures show early gains widen for May delivery as traders react to broad commodity strength and steady export demand.
In Chicago on January 2 a reduction of wages for Homeworld Steel employees was proposed as a 1 percent cut, seen as a forerunner to similar belt-wide reductions in the company's plants. Separately, Cumberland Presbyterians move toward union as their branch joins the main church in advancing talks at a meeting in St. Louis.
Vienna reports Balkan ministers aim to limit fighting to a small area next spring to avoid a broader war. Japan pledges to defend Korea and oppose Russian advances, warning that Korea's fall could erode Japan's position as a world power. London dispatches say Japan would fight Russia if needed to protect Korea, even alone if others stay idle.
A German envoy registers a vigorous protest as the Venerean arbitration court opens in The Hague. The scene features complex asserted claims involving Venezuela and allied parties, with dramatic exchanges signaling tense proceedings and possible government inquiries.
Immense racing stakes feature two jockey clubs each posting 20000 dollars for a 1264 race in New York. Brooklyn connection anchors the field while Con shuttle tokens and handbags are noted amid unclear entries.
A head on collision occurred near Holligion at 7 night when brakes failed. Passenger Herlas Tarpon of Sant Franchos died, with Great Pele of Oulart and others seriously hurt. Ten jump clear. details incomplete due to damaged text.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Fume Ont and a governor, but content is garbled with misspellings and incomplete phrases making a coherent summary impossible. No verifiable names, dates, or events are readable.
The Bridge and Building Department of OB & N unveils Tell-Tale warning signals to span 214 to 500 feet beyond bridges and tunnels. Ropes hang down to alert train crews and motorists to danger ahead. The system aims to reduce accidents and improve safety for workers and travelers. A workers’ union formed at Labor Hall with Dave Rogers as president and George Hawen as secretary. next meeting scheduled for Tuesday.
Grand jury focuses on Tyner and others linked to loan letter for the St Lone get rich quick scheme. Senate panel backs Alaska highway funding with government advances repaid from Alaska’s future revenues. Official report due Monday. transport improvements touted as yielding large returns.
Washington October 2 General Sluter announced the sale of the old side wheel gunboat Monrovia for 11 0 in gold to the Astute convenience. The mo tockey was sent to Clintonwatera to protect American literature before a squadron loaded for duty.
A long series of etiological experiments from Northwestern University indicates that Chicago sewerage, while heavily treated, does not reach the mouth of the Wholiverse. The study confirms St Louis is not presently in danger from canal bacteria.
President Kennison of the Miners' Union in Cripple Creek was fined fifty dollars for carrying a concealed weapon. The incident followed a raid as authorities kept civilian officers away from the sentry lines while noting other arrests related to the case.
In the Tillman trial today witnesses testified repeatedly about threats by Tilman to kill Gonzales, dating back weeks before the tragedy. The proceedings, from Lexington dated Oct 2, reveal a tense courtroom focusing on prior menacing statements amid ongoing legal action.
Resident of this county died Tuesday in Canada after a prolonged illness. She had returned briefly to the county two years ago, later went back to Canada with her husband David Loney, and died in July after being ill for some time.
Massachusetts Republicans met at Tremont Temple to name a full ticket led by W Curtis Guild for governor and with former Governor W Mary Crane heading the resolutions committee. Samuel J Powers presided after roll call as committees prepared reports. The convention plans to name a full ticket and will vote in November. Meanwhile Merbert’s family sails to London. King Billy’s health improves with a potential home trip.
In a tangled exchange Logeon and ViUrHOn clashed over the Keel plan on the Alashan ease. Wie followed by Droiimson argued the broader merits, while Amerie pressed for a measured approach.
In Nawmarket the Ziedger Stakes finished with W C Whittnes's entries leading to a win as Dainey Maer snp faded. Jamon claimed a distant place while others trailed behind in a tight finish.
Fragmented report discusses race relations and social privileges amid depictions of African American workers in northern areas. Mentions Knoxville Portland Minnesota and other locations with claims of political and social access, plus references to unions and proposed measures for broader rights. The text is garbled and contains many unreadable words.
Last evening a Baker City man named W arboton Thompson married Pendleton bride Midis VAL Thompnon at the Golden Hale hotel parlor in an event conducted by Reverend We from the Mound lint church. Thompson, visiting city business, plans to tour local friends before returning to his home town.
Anarchists arrested as plot to assassinate the King of Italy during his upcoming Fraove visit is exposed. Four anarchists detained and authorities say the plan was foiled.
A garbled Lane County exhibition mentions tobacco plants over two feet and a forthcoming state association in Idaho. Delegates from the coast to the national congress at Oxford last week convened a meeting and appointed representatives.
The Pendleton office reports it pays its own expenses with a small surplus for the period. Heaviest receipts come from stamp sales while salaries and star-route costs drive expenses. Total receipts were 207708 with a surplus near 1000 after offsets and remittances to Washington. Local clerks and merchants respond to early closing measures with prompt cooperation.
Yesterday evening Gonthey and Hartman sold property valued at about 24000 dollars in two large transactions. The account notes a sale to Henry Suruve and mentions section details in Towne 3, Hath Mige 0, with figures around 1000 to 1 and 1902 Coke production context. Also cited: three million pesos shipped from the San Francisco mint to the Philippines, worth about 1.6 million dollars, reflecting broader economic activity and transport implications.
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