17 Oct 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1902
Page
1
In Mo Oct 17 a freight train collision injured several residents of the city and damaged baggage cars and freight cars. The report notes multiple injuries, with some sent to a local hospital and others treated on scene. The details are garbled but indicate casualties and damage to rolling stock near the line.
Oct 17 report outlines executive actions authorizing board control over women’s labor, dedicatory ceremonies, and selection of prize awards. It notes the 24-member Indy board should not exceed this size and warns vacancies be filled to maintain membership. Aimed at reforms in women’s work and related ceremonies.
London Oct 17 An arrangement allows Japanese officers to visit British dockyards while British officers visit Japanese shipyards. They will report to their governments on means to regulate the balance of power in the North Pacific Ocean.
New York October 17 The grand jury opened the murder inquiry into Mrs. Pulitzer and expectation grows that an indictment for murder in the first degree will be filed against Young this afternoon. Georgetown reports Mt Soufriere eruption, with communications to Georgetown cut off and fears of destruction.
The porte announced that the Macedonian revolution has ended and the sultan has granted general amnesty to the rebels. The statement was issued from Constantinople on October 17.
William Jennings Bryan in his Commoner today denies reports that he received 5000 for campaign speeches in Missouri. He says he has contributed 19000 to Democratic party campaign committees over the past six years.
Washington Oct 17 Solicitor General Richards Assistant Attorney General Beck Day and Lott of the department of justice will leave tomorrow for St Paul to represent the government in taking testimony in the merger suit, which begins Monday.
President Mitchell backs arbitration and urges miners to accept a commission ruling while denouncing operators as insulting and unmanly. District presidents will recommend arbitration to the miners' convention. General Wilson joins the strike arbitration panel and a possible presiding judge is named. Panthers Valley delegates fear rejection of operators' terms as state troops remain on standby after notices of continued unrest.
San Francisco, Oct 17 Dr A J Blake who was shot twice yesterday by Dr Stell in the Phelan building will recover and is out of danger. The incident occurred yesterday and Blake's condition is described as improving with prospects of full recovery. Investigations into the shooting are ongoing.
Senator Williamson of Crook county declares opposition to log rolling for the Lewie and Clark Fair appropriation. He insists the request be considered on its merits, not traded for votes or tied to other state matters, and warns against any attempt to use outside influence or politics to shape the bill. He states no local deal should govern the project. OREGONIAN.
Telegraph from Colon reports insurgents eight miles from Santa Maria with bridges burned and trains halted. Two hundred undisciplined troops guard the town as fifty eight foreigners with large interests face peril from the rebel forces. Commander Wilson confirms Montgomery’s arrival at colon.
Thiluth Minnesota October 17 seven thousand dollars worth of diamonds were stolen from the counter of the First National Bank last evening. They had just been taken from safe deposit by the owner Mrs Merrill.
Minister Bowen reports the battle near Caracas ongoing all week with Valencia communication cut off. Indictment against William Hooper Young for first degree murder of Mrs. Pulitzer. Commandant Soyman negotiates with President Dias to provide a large land tract in Mexico for Boer refugee colonization.
In New York on October 17 the jury selection in the Molineux case advances slowly with 11 jurors seated at 1 PM. General Molineux denies reports his wife deserted him and says she will attend when due. The hearing adjourned until Monday as 150 more jurors are to be summoned.
New York Oct 17 Ida Craddock author of The Wedding Night who was sentenced to a fine and imprisonment for mailing an obscene book died by suicide this morning. An appeal was pending and officials believe worry or mental distress deranged her mind.
New York market report shows wheat and corn reaching top levels in months as visible supply remains tight. Prices closed near highs with open and range cited. notable quotes include St Paul at 193, L and N at 140, Union Pacific at 197, and Steel at 41. Wheat in Chicago and San Francisco data delivered.
Rome, Oct 17 Musolino famed bandit of the age, sentenced to life confinement at Elhafying, has been maniacal for several days. His confinement drives a reckless and unstable demeanor, alarming authorities.
Washington Oct 17 Governor Taft in a Manila speech says Filipinos will have chance to choose independence or statehood when proper time comes. He notes it may require one or two generations for self government. Speech mirrors administration view. Boston Oct 17 Irish delegates Redmond Dillon Davitt Blake to attend United Irish League convention. Mrs John Martin accompanies as Women of Ireland representative. Convention opens at Francul Hall next week with many Irish-Americans expected.
Charles David son and Henry Geswine were killed and Frank Geswine fatally injured when struck by a Norfolk and Western passenger train in Ironton Ohio. Dense fog blinded the men as they walked the tracks. In Portland Maine the Jefferson theater hosted a busy day with White ribbon delegates to the national convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Notables such as Lady Henry Somerset Rev Mr Sanders Mrs Lillian M N Stevens Anna Gordon Clara Hoffman Frances Kell Beauchamp and Helen M Barker attended. The convention opened with welcomes from Maine’s governor and remarks from leaders including Lady Henry Somerset and Mrs Margaret Dye Ellis. A schedule of speakers and events followed through Wednesday.
Salt Lake City Utah Oct 17 The execution by shooting of Peter Mortensen condemned for the murder of James F Hay secretary of the Pacific Lumber Company was set for Oct 17 The appeal to the supreme court warranted a short delay and Mortensen spent the day quietly in the state prison Walle Toronto Ont Oct 17 The Tile sburg Lake Erie and Pacific railway reaches Burtwell to Ingersoll connecting with major lines This line will extend to Collingwood and will help coal districts Ontario gains transport and cost benefits
An explosion targeted the interior ministry building in Madrid last night at about six o'clock. There were no injuries reported, and the blast caused minor damage to the facade. Authorities are investigating the incident and reviewing security footage.
Washington October 17 Secretary Shaw announces purchase of Patani bonds at 188. The brief note records a government financial action with a single named official and a specific price, reflecting a fiscal maneuver in markets.
New York October 17 William Turner treasurer of the Climax Bottling Works shot and killed Albert Hamilton and William Mallach two prominent business men after which he shot himself. The shooting took place in the law offices at 26 Broad Street in the heart of the financial district. The men had accused Turner of being $6000 short in his accounts. Great excitement followed the event.
Sheep are returning to the Washtucna Lake country winter quarters near Kahulotus Washington with over 100000 head expected before frosts. Encroachment by settlers narrows pasture, reducing wintering capacity. The region supports a major Franklin county sheep feeding industry, with hay from Yakima shipped to Connell and hauled east to La Crosse junction Kahlotus or Connell.
Dr. Frank Strong formerly president of the University of Oregon was inaugurated chancellor of Kansas University at Lawrence Kansas on Oct 17. Almost the entire faculty of the United States attended the ceremony and represented leading universities.
Chicago October 17 report shows Central Western manufacturers overwhelmed by demand for soft coal stoves and oil and gas heaters. Dealers warn of a potential shortage if the general strike continues. Hard coal stove demand remains light, barely enough for manufacturers to justify distribution. Chicago Standard Oil manager questions the company’s ability to meet demand.
New York on October 17 reports a strong demand for oil stoves for cooking and heating with buyers willing to pay up to 80 percent more than last year despite coal strikes. Orders arrive from dawn to night and any type of stove from early models to modern designs is sought.
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