18 Oct 1909
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1909
Page
1
A mass meeting Saturday evening discussed a plan for stringent saloon regulation where many speakers supported the Third Party pledge to county. Former saloonmen opposed the drastic regulation while the committee pushed for measures seen as a pledge to county interests.
A fragment lists Ki B Aldrich, Will M Peterson, J V Tallman, Henry Schwartz, Dr 1 U Temple among names in an unclear archival record. No events or context provided to determine action or affiliation. Entities include individuals likely associated with a historical organization or institution.
Iaupehed plans to remove liquor control from liquor men and prohibitionists by drafting an ordinance and charter amendment under the Initiative for a future election. A five member committee, named by Mayor Murphy, will prepare the measures to regulate the liquor trade if legalized by voters, with city officials answering questions on finances and public policy. Speakers favored limited saloons, high licenses, and strict licensing safeguards.
Madrid via Hendaye October 18. The cabinet has introduced a bill in Court to force conscripts who already paid three hundred dollars for freedom from military duty to pay an additional hundred or join the army. The move is a severe blow to the poor as many cannot pay the extra sum and must go to service, leaving wives and children to starve.
Discussion on ordinances to insure orderly operation if saloons are legalized next. A five member committee was proposed to draft the measure. Mayor Murphy delayed appointment to consider. Judge Fee warned such pledges could be repealed after elections. critics said the pledge would deter violations if the county votes wet. Tom Means, ex-saloon man, objected to omitting saloon counts.
Mike Ryan awaits trial for the killing of Edward Dixon. Defense lawyers cited faulty indictment arguing the grand jury was illegal and lacked proper concurrence. A demurrer was filed in circuit court and argued to be ruled by Wednesday. Attorneys include Lowell & Winter, Homer I Watts, and Raley & Raley.
Pittsburg reports that Habe Adama, the young Pirates pitcher whose superb spinning helped win the world championship, will be presented with a purse. Already five thousand dollars has been donated, with players to receive their share of receipts today. J Nasbaum of Albee was in Pudicton Saturday transacting business.
George Duncin, shot by Willamette valley officers while resisting recapture after escaping from the penitentiary, is known to Sheriff Taylor and local officers. Long Albert Murray, a young half breed Indian, also escaped and is still at large. Both have past prison history in this county, with Murray under sentence and repeatedly escaping from reform school and jail. Duncan, once jailed for horse stealing, was recaptured at Hilgard after a French leave. Carter, said to lead the gang, has also been in trouble here.
Salem Ore Oct 14 countryside south of Willamette river is in alarm as two dangerous convicts who escaped from the penitentiary last Friday with three others head toward liberty. One is dead by sheriff shot, two wounded, posse plus guards pursue the remaining two. Nick Nichatich a Russian armed with a revolver and Albert Murray a half breed Indian are involved. Farmers protect families as two squads close in. Albert Ferris and George Duncan were shot and captured. Og lese Wright Lua Carter killed. Duncan likely to die. Wright Carter deaths cause fugitives face possible hanging if they survive.
Burlington citizens pledge moral regeneration as National Purity Congress arrives to fight white slave traffic and the social evil. Physicians clergymen and reformers join a convention aimed at eradicating vice and promoting forthcoming city welcomes.
New York October 18 cases against nineteen men indicted by Kings County grand jury on charges of bookmaking on the tracks are set for trial today. Prosecution says it will try each defendant regardless of conviction prospects. Defense attorney John S Stinchfield to challenge the Hart-Agnew law's constitutionality, argument based on unsettled higher court rulings.
Paria Oct 19 Premier Briand reportedly vows to repeal the law that made executions public, aiming to avert the grisly scenes seen at recent guillotinings. Weed Calif Oct 18 a gale drove 450 men to battle a lumber blaze that destroyed 1.5 million feet of wood valued at $100000, sparing the town from loss.
Copenhagen officials say the University faculty will meet to discuss the American Geographical Society request to pose first on the claim of DY Cook De Tarp. The head indicates the faculty will likely refuse the request.
A Wright aeroplane encountered trouble near Parta todas on October 19. Lambert, piloting, circled the area while Sears v Turtey and Peanes were involved. The accident produced a slight helmet impact but left no injuries.
Acting President Estrada denounces Zelaya as a crook and knave for elevating graft to a government principle. He claims Zelaya granted monopolies on tobacco and explosives, and sole navigation rights to private firms, draining the treasury and enriching officials. Reports say Zelaya fled the country.
New York reporters say Judge Lovett will be chosen president of Union Pacific and Southern Pacific at the directors meeting on Thursday. The Union Pacific annual report is expected to show earnings of 19 percent on common stock, while Southern Pacific is projected to reveal a surplus of twenty million dollars, about ten percent of outstanding stock.
London on October 18 reports Conan Doyle has just published The Crime of the Congo a book he hopes will rouse world opinion over alleged Belgian Congo atrocities. It will be sold at publication cost with Doyle claiming no profit as his debt to humanity.
The article reports Stanley Ketchel, unharmed aside from two missing molars and puffed tips, wanting another match with Jack Johnson after a brutal 12th round exchange. Johnson’s knockout followed Ketchel’s ear blow, ending the fight as the husky heavyweight’s hardest punch. Total receipts reached 62,000 with Johnson earning 21,000 and Ketchel 6,700.
Police hunt for a man who entered the room of Mrs. George Strehle and her 12 year old daughter in Los Angeles last night and slashed the woman's throat from ear to ear. A white handled razor beside the bed is the only clue. The victim may die.
Seattle figures for the A. P. exposition show 8,740,651 total attendances across 138 days, with 2,765,683 paid and the rest free. Total receipts reached 31,096,475, leaving a surplus after all debts of 4100,000.
Ritckpool Eng Oct 18 Aviation week opened with many entries as aviators brought machines spanning eras to contest for substantial cash prizes The program today features a series of test fights reflecting a busy opening day for the event.
Chicago October 14 Reverend Percival Hoween Baker of Maywood's First Congregational Church told his flock that modern women retain ape traces. He denounced feminine snobs drinking and gambling women and asked if woman is the equal of man, stating she is not and should not be worshiped on a pedestal.
New York report says Dr. Cook will abandon his lecture tour to mount an expedition aimed at reclaiming records he left on Mount McKinley in 1906. He seeks north pole data within six weeks to two months, insisting no piecemeal release. Prof. Parker rejects any Cook expedition and Belmore Brown plans a separate climb next year.
Frank Hanscom Hinscom, cashier of the defunct First National Bank at Mineral Point, Wis, shoots himself in Graceland cemetery after his books are found in order. His mother in law, Mrs John Gray, dies of heart failure upon hearing the news. Bank vice president Allen is under arrest for embezzlement. Hanscom’s name not linked to the failure. He served as cashier ten years and was despondent over his personal fortune loss.
The interstate commerce commission held traffic cases in San Francisco today focusing on rate disputes between the city and the East, and among northern coast and Inland cities and the East.
President Taft spoke at the Alamo praising Texan heroism in climate and soil defense. He rode to Fort Sam Houston, then to Corpus Christi to visit his brother’s ranch. Six socialist refugees were jailed by government agents and held until Taft’s departure, with friends reporting them missing before authorities confirmed the arrests.
President Taft visits Taft Texas a village of 400 named for the president and built on land in Charles P. Taft estate. He will stay at La Quinta the Taft country home with 125000 acres to roam and a restricted guest list for access. Cowboys in elaborate costumes greet the arrival as locals expect a quiet rest from campaign travels.
Paris reports an international communications shift may follow the withdrawal of the Spanish embassy attache from the funeral of Policeman Dufresne who died guarding the embassy. Councilman Massi, representing the city, called Wednesday’s demonstration a response to conscience against the news from Spain and the Spaniard withdrew in response.
A Wichita Kansas livery stable fire on October 28 raised suspicions of arson. Three men perished while asleep, two others were fatally burned, eight horses died in the blaze. Firefighters battled the blaze but could not save the victims.
Young Earl Allen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Allen, narrowly escaped injury when H. H. Wessel’s automobile struck near him on Main Street. The boy ran into the street while his father called across. The car, moving slowly, passed over him without wheels hitting him. a welt on his head and a caught foot in the gearing were the only injuries. Wessel apologized, stressing slow speed and control.
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