15 Sep 1911
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1911
Page
1
Crowds filled the shor pow Vinetitin fety pavillon last night as Wolete Howe and The Whee provided the program. The crowd received a special reception with paper bombardment while Bowen's band and vaudeville acts performed amid civilian attire and masquerade accents.
Seattle dispatch reports rescued passengers from the steamer Anno ma wreck off Spaniel island reached Seattle. They say a lighthouse at Point Derision near the wreck would have prevented the disaster. Only two were injured and taken to a hospital.
In San Francisco on September 16 F G Ah ern head of the bureau of economics of the Southern Pacific denied rumors that shopmen would be discharged or forced to walk out Saturday night. He stated positively that the railroad is not employing strikebreakers and that no discharge was planned.
Admiral Togo arrived in Toklo this afternoon to a hero’s welcome on his return from a wide world tour. He praised the Americans as thousands lined the streets to greet him and celebrate his homecoming.
Paris reports a circulating tale that war involving France England and Germany may be declared within two months. A morning paper cites two high officials discussing the matter privately. High living costs and riots in France are linked to the war scare as Germany buys supplies and French merchants hold back.
President Taft, bowing to public support, endorsed Dr. Harvey Wiley the pure food expert and chief chemist at the Agriculture Department. In a letter to Secretary Wickson, Taft affirmed Wiley's right to a salary and defended his published actions against critics while criticizing efforts to undermine his work.
Los Angeles September 15. Five carpenters finished a stockade around the Salt Lake alloy shop then moved to the Southern People hub shop for similar work. Labor officials claim company strikebreakers are rushing foreign workers back to their posts. Leaders forecast a walkout by next Monday night.
Spring Lake New Jersey September states rights loom large as Harmon of Ohio chairman of the commissions appointed by the House of Governors argues before the U S Supreme Court that intrastate rate power is purely legal and must stay with the states Governor Ley of Idaho and Hay of Washington warn federal control would erode state sovereignty and prompt self preservation among the governors.
Tacoma September 16. Federal Judge Ruskin ordered foreclosure of the Home Telephone company mortgage and sale to satisfy a 1 037 000 dollar judgment for bondholders represented by the Los Angeles Life Insurance and Trust company. The sale is to occur within six weeks and the city may bid if finances are arranged.
U S state department reports eighty Americans in danger in Chenetu amid desperate fighting. Two thousand loyal Chinese troops hold back mobs nearly overwhelming rebel forces. many loyal troops reportedly join the rebels as the conflict worsens.
The event slate features McKay Madden winning the Cowboys Pony Race with Steve Young second and J By Goodall third. Maverick Race awarded to James Roe while other pony and steer contests report mixed results and multiple ties.
The second day of the rodeo drew large crowds for an afternoon show with vivid roping feats. Jomo Todd topped the event, while Joe Roach steered a notable steer, continuing a running theme from yesterday.
Oregon Daily Journal reports two special trains brought hundreds to the Round-Up in Portland. The O W R N carried 75 guests including Rose City leaders and wives, while the North Bank line brought 105 passengers with Pullman and diner service. Officials and families traveled aboard, with additional trains expected tomorrow.
A Baker delegation accompanied by the White Swan band arrived on train No. this morning to attend the bis show this afternoon. Led by Professor J L Freitag the band serenaded Rost Oregonian in the forenoon and will also play at the Round-Up. The roster lists D rector-t BE Freitag Plecelo Robert Armstrong Carinets H A Sonne J R Hurd BL Newberger J H Snodzines Cornets G McCully BE Palmer P Miller H E Cilopick B Baer Horns H A Bettner Thos F Daly RL Worden J Ragtey AW Murray Trombones J F L Penrod FP J Flynn J P F Keown D Soley Passes Grant Burlett L Piffette Baritone W I Nadeau Odums Louw Davis Frank Miller.
Sept 15 Kiev report says Premier Stolypin seated near the box was struck by M Borgrof and fatally hurt. The assassin is under arrest, with police guarding the czar and public safety officials noting political tensions in Russia. Despite the attempt, the emperor remained shielded and unharmed.
London reports indicate intensified naval readiness across Britain as World War I tensions surge. Home Fleet ordered to keep vessels steamed and primed. senior commanders instructed to prepare stores and ammunition for instant modification amid ongoing Moroccan diplomacy. Berlin says France to respond to note. gist telegraphed to officials.
On September 16 colors Cal, a driver named Robert Goodtich was killed while attempting to drive a car across a track in front of a train. Three companions suffered severe injuries in the incident.
Samuel Gompers announced in San Diego that he will support Harriman, the socialist mayoral candidate in Los Angeles. He says this marks the first citywide collaboration between socialism and organized labor to elect a municipal ticket, even as he dissents on many beliefs but backs Harriman to prioritize human lives over dollars.
Independence Ore Sept 15 Sherriff Thompson arrested J A Pender a Seapooss rancher in connection with the murder of Mrs Daisy Wehrman and her son at Seapoose last week. Pender was here with his wife. Sheriff would not discuss contested stories or scientific evidence against him.
The Hank of Montreal in New Westminster is robbed of 256000 by three men who blast a safe with nitro cyanide. A Chinese janitor is assaulted, the bandits leave 190800 in cash and a vault key, and an abandoned automobile is found nearby. Police trail leads to suspect list and bank manager notes total loss at 815000 in the bank's value.
Ariine of Contandht at St Petersberg seeks hand of Princess Irene daughter of Grand Duke Alexander Michielevitchy and Grand Duchess Zeon. Prince Arthur of Connaught visits amid three months of negotiations between St June and St Petersburg. Arthur, 28, has stayed a week in St Petersburg, with Irene aged 16, noted for charm and tact.
Augusta Maine September 15 indicates no official results yet from Governor Plasted on Epunty Lake but it appears Maine has gone wet by a substantial plurality. The Dry forces vow to contest.
I, T. J. Kingsbury, challenge any man to yokebattle steers weighing at least 1500 pounds and over four years old. Cattle must be scrapper and yoked on foot without aids. No rope cutting. Contest at Lewiston Clarkston fair in October 1911. Entry stake at George Hotel, Asotin Wash.
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