30 Sep 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1902
Page
1
Vague notes mention authorities for belief, a strike, and a conference plan. Names like Payne and Lut B appear amid reports of pressure, a possible settlement, and officials at a meeting room around 4. The text is garbled but suggests ongoing negotiations and potential actions by individuals in authority.
A fragment notes a Pacific limited issue rail segment with references to Saturdays, a gale and storm, and a memory of an incident. The text hints at a 30 and 60-ton loss, with an aura of severity and impact on the line. Details are incomplete but point to ongoing railroad trouble and a costly event.
Autopsy on James Craft after the Empire cafe attack failed to show chloral or other poison in the stomach. A chemical analysis will settle if knock-out drops were used to enable the robbery. Mrs Craft said he carried money. Maggie Moore and Ida Craven were arraigned and remanded. Inquest postponed until tomorrow.
The United States transport Crook was to sail for Manila with General Miles aboard to inspect army forces and defenses in the Philippines. He is accompanied by Col. Whitney Col. Maus and a staff messenger from Army headquarters in Washington in attendance.
Paris reports describe Madame Zola’s account of the tragedy in which Emile Zola died. She fainted after sensing his breath, credits fresh bathroom air with saving her life, and remains convalescent. Doctors deem her condition satisfactory but require rest. The inquest date is pending, and authorities affirm death as accidental from gas inhalation. The funeral is set for Friday.
London Sept 30 Lord Francis Hope testified in bankruptcy court that his current income of 10000 dollars per year is far from enough to cover expenses and he rejects May Yohe's 45000 demand as a goodwill promise rather than a real money transaction. Oakland Sept 30 The Acme Athletic Club plans a 16 round boxing bout between Harry Forbes and Kid McFadden tonight with both fighters reported in good shape for a lively, evenly matched clash.
The Salvation Army corps announces a harvest festival fruit sale this evening at the hall. A large display of fine fruit will be offered for sale and everyone is invited to attend.
Five thousand city teachers plan to form a union, join the Federation of Labor, and issue an ultimatum to the board of education next week over salary deductions and layoff pay. Federation officials promise cooperation as teachers threaten strike if demands are refused and may pull children from schools lacking cards.
James P. McGuigan and Dr. A. B. Pierce of the Alamo mine sell the Yellow Daisy group near the Red Boy to G. W. Gates of Sucinow Michigan for 45000. The five claims contain free milling ore averaging 6 to 20 dollars per ton.
In Walla Walla, a Sunday afternoon game matched the local nine against a visiting nicked nine from the city and other league players. The league side prevailed 10 to 9 as the season closes and players prepare to scatter across the country.
Mrs Pigrence Atwood wife of Dr F P Atwood of Baker City died at noon yesterday after a weeklong battle with pneumonia She served as state president of the Assembly of Rebekahs of Oregon and was a leading member of the Eastern Star She helped manage the city fair committee.
The Cincinnati trotting meeting at Oakley in Ohio opened today and will run five days. More than 600 horses are entered across events with about 600000 to be distributed among owners. Four events are scheduled each day and an added feature tomorrow is Crescens racing against the record.
A discredited Private Diamond of the Tenth Battery field artillery was sentenced to ten years in a military prison for holding up a comrade. After arrest and a jail escape to Pendleton, the punishment was reduced to eight years and he was sent to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas under heavy guard.
Mrs Ira Pressley remains on the edge of death after severe head wounds at a ranch near Superior. Doctors report dying condition with no chance to identify her attacker. Mr Pressley, found with a self inflicted throat wound, shows improvement and officials largely accept the jealous rage theory.
In Saratoga New York the Democratic State Convention opened in tumult with Devery profiled in a clash for recognition as roll call began. Stansfield refused to yield while Devery and friends protested, creating five minutes of uproar before order returned and Devery was named a contestant on credentials.
Reports describe a crowd in Corinth burning a young Black man named Tom Clark alias William Gibson at the stake after confessing to the August 19 assault and murder of Mrs Carey Whitfeld. The Lake County Herald notes a related tale about dog pedigrees from Brookvale Stock Farm and references prized Collie dogs shipped by stage last Thursday to several names.
New York markets dull with prices holding steady. Dec wheat at New York 73% Chicago 68% St Paul 194 1/4 N Union Pacific 100% Steel 4%. In Spokane a mining town of Tresta faces removal as Beaver Creek Gold Mining moves to dredge the creek and vacate all lots. town plots to be torn down or moved.
The flat through train brought a large crowd of visitors to the state sale now in progress. It traveled from Springfield to the Indiana Doceatup and Western line, drawing attention as it entered the event.
Mrs Carrie Nation addressed Yale students warning they were on the road to hell over cigarettes and whisky. Cries from the crowd forced her to stop as Yale football supporters sang Oh Judge Carrie at her hotel.
About 100 Apache Indians from the Jicarilla reservation camp in Pi cu ras Mountains Northern Rio Arriba county to attend the San Geronimo festival at Taos despite orders from the agent. A second Apache band is trespassing on Santa Chara and other Pueblo lands causing bad blood. United States Attorney Abbott has order from Washington to remove the Apaches back to the reservation.
The article covers the start of the United States women’s national championship at Brookline Massachusetts as top players compete for the title. The event begins with the opening rounds and match play scheduled to start Saturday, continuing through the week as contenders vie for the honors.
For St. Lewis Fair E C Moore W B Palmer L Oldenburg C D Huffman and Jamon Reynolde shipped 22 boxes of Grande Ronde fruits and grain to the Hinds state fair per the La Grande Observer. Nearly all prize winners of the carnival exhibit were included and will be arranged by immigration agents of the Harriman system upon arrival. The gentlemen are commended for their public spirit.
A September 60 electric line collision near Winhion injures several people. Authorities report three fatalities amid the crash and fire, with emergency crews rushing to the scene and transport to local hospitals.
Financiers see the worst pinch in the money market over after Secretary Shaw’s measures. New York opened two to four points higher as banks gain access to funds, with London also advancing on Shaw’s move. He announced that releasing 25 percent of the reserve fund would free substantial loanable funds, aiding bank liquidity.
Fort Riley Kan September reports sickness spreads among troops as harsh winter weather hampers maneuvers. A convoy attack was abandoned due to severe conditions though precautions are in place and hospitals are crowded. Maneuvers may resume tomorrow if weather improves.
A Fort Mill Savings Bank vault was blown by dynamite last night and the robbers escaped with about $10,000. The incident occurred in Charlotte, North Carolina, with authorities investigating the daring theft. No injuries reported.
General Adna Chaffee formally hands over command of the Philippine Department to General George W. Davis. Naval ceremonies mark the transfer as the transport McClelland carries Chaffee back to the United States. Upon arrival he will assume command of the Department of the East with headquarters at Governor's Island.
Helena Montana September reports on the nineteenth annual session of the state association of Congregational churches. Delegates from lay and clerical ranks arrive as four day convention opens with prominent speakers. Officers reports indicate improved conditions within Montana Congregational churches.
Outside cattle buyers bid 40 per head for cows with calves, highest figure seen. Some sellers refuse, saying they have been offered nearly half of 40 for their calves. Tension over market price cited by local traders.
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