23 Sep 1904
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1904
Page
1
Eyewitness reports describe a violent eruption of a volcano near a major vineyard area. Ash clouds roll over the crater as seismic tremors continue, threatening nearby towns and drawing hundreds of tourists away. Local authorities warn of ongoing danger and potential lava flows.
Unclear report details a robbery at Baker and Garrison's Saloon involving Manegieor resident Mat Hellewed and others. The text mentions liquor investigations and a missing gold watch and money left after alcohol intake. Names and places are garbled, but the incident centers on a theft following a saloon visit and ensuing inquiry.
Fragmented OCR outlines a sporting or entertainment scene with names such as Calton and Omaha, references to the Missouri River, and mentions of matches or bouts. The text includes numerous garbled names and places, suggesting a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper snippet about events at a venue near the river and discussions of competitors, training, and local interest.
A violent storm drenched northern California and parts of the central region, bringing record rainfall up to three inches in some areas near San Francisco and Stockton. The front then spread across the state, with lightning striking buildings in Peters and a light roadbed in Fresno.
Reports say Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce died suddenly while seated at the table on the Ool- Vike Reservation in the Wallowa Valley. He led his people in the Nez Perce War of 1877, retreating with his followers into British Columbia before fading from public life.
Portland reports a sharp market drop with toy prices down from 140 to 100 per unit and meat offerings sliding from 5.50 to 4.50. A large shipment influenced the movement as demand weakened and sellers adjusted quickly.
A massive blast near a railway loaded with dynamite injures and kills eight workers, including the engineer and fireman. Wreckage covers hundreds of feet of track, a 12 foot deep hole opens, and about 10 freight cars are destroyed. Dynamite exploded during construction work on the Wabash line near North Pinech, blowing the tower house apart and scattering debris over the area.
In San Francia on Sept 23 two clerks at the Central Grain & Stock Exchange were held up by a masked thief at 7 Oelouk. He forced them to surrender 4 400 in cash and all records, then tied them in a closet with a rope before escaping. The janitor later found the men.
Pairpanas St Chicago dispatch notes plans for a prominent figure to depart at 10 this morning from Memneviiti heading to the Pacific Coast. The trip includes a tour of the comet and ends with a stop in St Paul and the West, escorted by Senator Divultvear and Treasury Secretary Shaw who arrived from the West yesterday.
Fragmentary financial note from Chicago market shows items with odd formatting. References to BL 103, December openings, closing prices around 1,135, Cori and Cate entries with cents, and miscellaneous numbers indicating prices or rates. Figures are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate a dated trading record.
Readable lines describe a calm local market with few offerings and a misread price at six to ten cents. A fragment mentions Mary Devedo and persons on railway tracks near New Winehewr, with counties and mounderers referenced in unclear terms.
Chicago police report a likely hold up targeting Fred E H Hoover a jeweler from Albion Nebraska traveling with a bride on a hotel street in the city. Hoover reportedly carried 212000 in money when the assault occurred and the assailants fled prior to his return. Authorities pursue leads and ensure public safety while the case is investigated.
Telegraph reports from Tokyo to St Petersburg describe Japanese forces capturing Daling Pass after heavy Russian resistance. Skirmishes near Helmia Chuting result in Japanese gains and Russian casualties, with coastal supply moves and port conditions affecting coal and communications.
The event in St Louis honored Meriwether Lewis and William Clark with a formal ceremony. Descendants from across the nation attended as Carolyn Dougie, a granddaughter of Captain Lewis, led a remembrance at Oregon’s exhibit alongside other participants.
J P Morgan lead a special train carrying Archbishop of Canterbury and other dignitaries when a switching engine struck the rear of the train near Brookfield North Brookfield at 7 this morning. Engine knocked off track. Engineer Merrill and fireman seriously injured. Morgan party shaken but none seriously harmed. Track repaired and train continued at 8 40.
Denver special breaks a record on a speck from Denver to London via steam and Lady Curzon kin relations. Mixed details about Leiter family arrival and other city notes from Portland and Albina include a streetcar hold-up arrest, a fund split, and a delayed school opening with partial attendance and ongoing teacher diaries.
Pioneer sheep owner from Crontlla County now in Walla Walla speaks of wool market gains and compares conditions to prior years. He notes Pendleton’s reputation, new buildings, and active enterprise as the state’s best for sheep producers. He predicts improved demand and prices for sheep from Crook and neighboring counties.
New York Sept 10 The locom board of Alcambeut Ipapeotorwe released its report on the Slo com disaster. It blames the officers and crew responsible for the catastrophe in which 59 people were killed. The board revokes the licenses of pilots Von Schaick Van Wart and chief engineer Benjamin F. Conklin.
Sept 20 report describes two men claiming to back a Republican slate seeking federal patronage. One man, Matitia Stewart of Rosuc Ta, presented a list of ten loyal Republicans for postmaster positions, claiming the aim was to win appointments in their precincts. The president, amused, kept the list for possible future reference as guards examined the paper.
A public hearing is scheduled in Pendleton on reorganizing the Rigby Mlove company to assess continued operation of the plant and its impact on the local economy. Attendees from the Bowie association and related stakeholders will discuss inducements and potential future use of the facility.
A garbled report describes strain on the county school system with mentions of pay, teacher shortages, and overcrowded classrooms. It notes discussions on funding and potential impacts on teachers, students, and local schools amid a deluge of issues.
A vault in a seminary building in Mensa Bide collapsed during the morning, trapping over 20 children, all of whom are reported dead. The vault frame had stood for years and the structure was near a Baptist church.
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