11 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
1
Portland, Sept 11. Heney opposes Fairbanks and would support a Democrat over Fairbanks if a platform aligns with Roosevelt policies. He favors Taft, wants to curb the Southern Pacific, and plans to return to Portland November 1 to pursue land fraud trials, aiming to confront Hermann, Hall, and Beoth.
E Ho Harriman reports in New York that prosperity returns after a recent trip abroad. He notes investors flocking to banks and predicts good crop yields though warns some may seek investments later as money is hoarded locally.
Vallejo dispatch reports Mare Island navy yard faces severe skilled labor shortage delaying work on several warping and the Prometheus collier. The Diver Work system introduction has stalled as authorities suspend tasks. In New York, Western Union proposes a 1% quarterly dividend and praises official conduct during a strike. President Gompers of the AFL met with operators on relief measures.
Taft and party left Seattle at 7 this morning on a special to Gray's Harbor. They return tonight and plan to sail on the Minnesota at noon tomorrow for the Phi Optines.
Stockholm Sept 1 Christine Nilson Counten Mirandax the renowned Swedish soprano is seriously ill with heart disease at her countryside home in Smaland. She is bed bound and friends fear for her recovery. Nilson, born 1834, debuted in Stockholm in 1860. Her first trip to America occurred in 1870.
One hundred and two bids were opened for 10 000 acres of Indemnity school land statewide. Prices ranged from 5 to 25 per acre, with a standout 35.60 bid in Marion county near Mill City. The land includes vast timber and prime agricultural areas, notably timber belts of 40 000 acres and holdings linked to Southern Pacific grants and large timber interests. Final action awaits aggregation and grouping by Clerk Brown of the land board.
In a mountainous region last week a heavy thunderstorm struck bear creek area killing about fifty sheep owned by Robert Stanfield. The animals were on bedding ground when the lightning hit. Reports from the mountains are sparse and the only clear news is the livestock loss.
Tacoma voters rejected the proposed 22,009,000 bond issue for a Green River gravity water system. The defeat means no funding for the gravity water project as of September 1, with officials unclear on next steps.
Pendleton residents report a rare albino salmon specimen sent to the Smithsonian Institution for verification. Dr. Rathbun confirms the fish as onchorynchus choulcha, noting albino forms occur in several species. Seven fish are kept alive in a pond at Fanning Springs for study and possible permanent display.
Los Angeles September 11 International Typographical Union appealed to the Federation of Labor for funds to wage a campaign against the open shop in the city. The Merchants and Manufacturers association accepted the challenge, voting to mobilize a defense fund of 100000 to counter efforts by printers and organized labor locally as federation plans to contribute about 10000 monthly.
The report notes Fort Walla Walla could become a training and supply depot for cavalry and artillery, centralizing horses and gear. It cites Inspector General recommendations and potential revenue benefits for Walla Walla dealers, while observers discuss the telegraphers strike with President, officials unsure of involvement.
Chiengo Wheat Market in Chicago reports wheat opening at 94 and closing 97 3 8, corn at 64 3 4 opening and 59 4 closing, oats at 52 1 8 opening and 52 1 2 closing.
An exhibit promises the first ever prize for POs at the district fair in this city. Peter Tacher of Wild Horse Creek plans a fine Angorne herd from Umatilla County for the livestock display. The Jesse Jamen show has gone broke and dispersed after failing to reach Yakima.
Japanese residents in Vancouver report tightened guards as mobs threaten further anti oriental action. Authorities note attempts to suppress violence while calls for exclusion laws intensify amid reports of fires at Japanese schools and allied mass meetings planned elsewhere. Consul Mourikawi seeks militia protection. Ottawa and London acknowledge limited information and urge calm.
A threshing machine and four stacks of wheat burned at M. I. Fix’s farm about 20 miles southwest of town after smut caused an explosion. The separator and stockyard were destroyed, a horse was lost to the fire in the barn, and the loss is estimated at $1500 without insurance. Fix will arrange for a replacement machine.
Washington reports that a stringent America Japan treaty seems closer than expected as diplomats view the Vancouver riots as a catalyst. Officials condemn the Japanese rights infraction but note the incident may influence talks between the State Department and Japanese ambassadors. The Vancouver situation appears quiet with militia leaders ready if needed.
Jr H Davis superintendent of construction on the dam at the Umatilla irrigation project was badly burned in an oil explosion at Hermiston last evening. He suffered facial burns but was not seriously hurt. Dr. W G Cole treated the injuries and remained away from the city.
In circuit court M. I. Taft changed from not guilty to guilty on adultery charges. He faces sentence Friday. James Sawyer charged with murder in the first degree for killing Jock Monee was arraigned and entered not guilty. Sawyer is defended by W. Co. BE. Pruitt.
James B Ross confessed to being a seven fold bigamist after surrendering to police. He declares he has no excuse and that death may be the only salvation. He claims two stints as a regular army soldier followed by desertion and is now a physical wreck due to the experiment.
Fourteen youths from Pendleton will attend the University of Oregon and Washington State Agricultural College this year with others entering various western Oregon institutions. Returning to Oregon U are Glenn Scott Elmer Storie Dean Goodman Ridgar Smith Albert Warner Dell McCurty Roe Vogel and Jennie Perry. New Oregon U students include Javina and Gerald Stanfield Enda Zimmer man Will Lowell Lester Hamley and Loren Harris. Oregon Agricultural College enrollment will include Curt Turner Claude and Walter Cresswell and Roy Ferguson.
Superintendent Kincala announced 150000 jute grain sacks ready for delivery to county farmers in the state. The sacks are in addition to prior allotments and may be sold after July 1 to buyers who prove need. In Nampa Idaho, Ed Share received 60 days in jail after being stabbed with a jackknife by a man named Watson.
State truancy law requires teachers to register teaching contracts at the county superintendent, or face two days' pay loss. Superintendent Welles urges teachers not to rely on clerks, keep copies, and forward two to his office. The district boundary board seeks qualified truancy officers to investigate non attendance, order parents to send children to school, and arrest violators for trial.
An Oregon Daily Journal report says a meeting discussed reorganizing Oregon Trust & Savings with potential $500,000 capital. Attendees likely included W H Moore J J Wilde and W C Morris. Plans sponsor large eastern investor interest and subscriber options for depositors, bonds, and stock of Home Telephone Company.
Reports reached the city this morning of a serious grain fire on the Charles Hamilton ranch on the reservation, but it was a stubble field fire with no wheat involved.
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