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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
ENCOUNTERS EXPLORATION
PARTIES IN THE FAR NORTH

Trondhiem, Aug. 24.-Returning
from latitude so degrees ten minutes.
north. the steamer King Harold of the
Nordenfeld Steamship company in
this harbor today reports during her
trip she encountered the Amundzen
party aboard Nansen's old ship frame
at Spitzenbergen. She also reported a
party of Germans studying atmos-
pherc conditions in the arctic prepar-
atory to reaching the pole in one of
Zeppeln's dirigibles. The party was
on an island in Woods bay.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
>>~~>>>>>>s>>. % .

Spokane, Wash, Aug. 24.-Cloud-
less skies following the light showers
Of yesterday extend over the fire
scene today, but general conditions
are much improved. Most of the
rangers reported lost yesterday were
accounted for during the night. 1t is
believed the worst is over. The death
list, it is said. will not be over 100. At
Wallace >Ss dead have been found.
The temperature has dropped 80 de-
grees, which is doing much toward
reducing the extent of the fires. 1t
is estimated ten million dollars worth
Of timber has been destroyed.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
High Wind Dies Down.

Medford, Aug. 24.-The high wind
for the past few days is dying, ana
the critical situation is believed to be
passing in southern Oregon. Assist
ant Forester Buck said he believed it
was only matter or a rev days be-
fore the fires now holding high car
nival will be subdued. The most Sc
we're fire now in the neighborhood is
on the middle work of the Rogue riv-
er. The Ashland fire has passed
southwark and will probably be con-
trolled today or tomorrow.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24

Managua, Aug. 24.-In lengthy
decree issued yesterday Jose Dolores
Estrada, who temporarily assumed
the reins of government when Prssi-
dent Madriz vacated mis- office and
fled to the country, gives full rec
ognition to the provisional govern
ment formed at Bluefields last year
with his brother, General Juan e.
trada. as president. III doing %.
however. he stipulates that a regular
and free election for the office a
chief executive must be held within
six months.
The decree also names the members
OF commission, the duty Of which
VIII be to draw up and have signed
by the hostile factions a permanent
treaty of peace. In part the instru-
ment follows:
"As a congressman and provisional
president of the republic and realizing
the necessity to put to an end ths
bloody civil war that is exhausting Us,
l, Jose Dolores Estrada, do decree:
First, to recognize as the provisi-
onal government of Nicaragua the
one started by the revolution at Blue
fields on October 10 Of last year, OF
which the provisional president 10
Juan Estrada.
Second, the appointment Of q con-
mission of peace, composed of Rafael
Cabrer. Salvatore Castrillo, Hildebran
CASTELAR,. General Leon Casteillo and
Thomas Martinez, which will make
known this decree to the military
commander of the revolution agreeing
to suspension of hostilities until the
arrival of the new president at ths
capital.
Third, that if the commission shall
meet General Estrada en- route to the
capital, it is empowered to sign a con-
vention of peace in accordance with
this decree and will ask for a con-
ference with this executive at once
at convenient place.
Fourth, that in case General Ess-
trada is too far away from the front,
the commission is authorized to pro-
pose to the military chiefs that they
select a person who in the name Of
the revolution and associated with the
provisional executive, shall organize
governmental junta to act as the su.
preme power until the arrival Of
President Estrada.
Fifth. that General Estrada must
call free election ror the office Of
president of the republic within .
reasonable time, not to exceed SIN
months. the said election to be IN ac-
cordance with the principles Of the
liberal and conservative parties
(Signed)
JOSE DOLORES ESTRADA.
"A. FALA, Sub Secretary"
Awaiting Return.
Senior Estrada said he would await
the return of the peace commission
ers to Managua when the revolution
ary and government soldiers would be
disarmed and sent to their homes.
The advance guard of the provision
al army consisting of 100 cavalry have
arrived here.
The acting president issued instruc-
tions that beginning September l.
corn. beans. rice, lard, sugar. flour.
Kerosene, gasoline, candles, soap, tai
low oils. acids and disingretants be
given free entry into the republic.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Sherman Refuses to Discuss
Recent Letter OF President
Taft.
TAKEN AS INDICATION
He WILL STAND PAT
Fight Between Vice President and
Colonel Roosevelt for Chairman
ship of New York Republican Con-
vention Will Be to Finish-Teddy
Endorses Davenport Whom Sher-
man OppOses-Big Political Fight
in New York Is Already On.

Utica, Aug. 24.-Vice President
Sherman today refused to discuss
President Taft's letter to Lloyd Girls
com repudiating his political tactics
in the convention for the selection
of temporary chairman of the New
York republican convention. Sher-
mans refusal to talk is regarded as
another indication that the vice pres
ident will stand pat. Roosevelt, while
addressing the farmers here yester-
day, endorsed State Senator Daven-
port, whom Sherman opposes because
Davenport supported the direct pri-
mary. This shows that Roosevelt
will not quit fighting. The colonel
leaves at midnight for the west.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
DEATH MAY BE LOT
OF ACCUSED BARON

st. Petersburg. Aug. 24.-It was Of
ficially announced soday that Baron
Won Ungen-Sternberg, who is under
arrest for selling Russian military
secrets to Austria, will be tried by a
military court martial. Death sem
tence is not within the scope of civil
authorities. 1t is believed it was ta-
ken from the civil courts so the baron
could be put out of the way. The bar
on represented the Austrian news
agency at st. Petersburg.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
MRS. CUDAHY DENIES
SHE WILL GO ON STAGE

Chicago, Aug. 24.-Mrs. Cudahy,
who secured a divorce from Jack Cud-
ahy yesterday, arrived with her chill
dren at the home of the millionaire
packer, Michael Cudahy today. The
latter gets the custody of the chill
dren. Mrs. Cudahy said the rumor
that she would go on the stage was
false. 'T am not a freak, and hate
to be stared att she said.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Big Battle Begins.

New York, Aug. 24.-The battle for
the control of the New York state re-
publican convention is already on. 1t
will be fought out at the city primar-
les Monday The regulars, led by
Chairman Woodruff and the progress
sives headed by Lloyd Griscom,
Roosevelt's chief lieutenant, will lock
horns then and politicians are active
today for the struggle. Woodruff and
his colleagues are preparing to op-
pose the Roosevelt Delegates. Many
conferences are planned for today. A
sharp, short campaign is planned.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
MAKE WAY FOR TSAI
HSUN. PRINCE OF CHINA

Shanghai. Aug. 24.-His Imperial
Highness Prince Tsai Hsun and Ad-
miral Sab, Imperial Naval Commits
sioner. were among the passengers
sailing for the United States today on
the steamer Manchuria. The purpose
Of their visit is to study the naval
affairs Of the United States. Ten at
taches and secretaries accompany the
imperial party
Prince Tsai Hsun is brother of
the Prince Regent Of China and an
uncle Of the young emperor. He is
also a brother Of Prince Tao, the
head Of the army reorganization
board, who, with a large suite, visited
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
MEXICO WILL HONOR
EX-PRESIDENT MADRIZ

Mexico City, Aug. 24.-Madriz, like
Zelaya, both deposed presidents of
Nicaragua, expects to visit Mexico
during the national centennial cele-
bration in September. The Mexican
government has intimated it would
honor him. Americans here are max
ing an effort to impress President Di-
az that honors to Madrix will be con-
sidered an insult to the United States
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
FORMER SENATOR FROM
FLORIDA PASSES AWAY

Washington, Aug. 24.-Former
United States Senator Wilkinson Call
of Florida, died today Of apoplexy
after being sick since Saturday. Call
was an adjutant general in the con-
federate army and had been a promi-
nent democrat, He was first elected
to the senate in 1865 ana later from
1879 to 1897. His home was in
Jacksonville.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Motor Boat Races.

Montreal, Que. Aug. 24.-A large
fleet of motor boats is assembled to-
day at Alexandria Bay in readiness
for the series of International races
which begin tomorrow and continue
three days. The regatta is under the
joint auspices Of the Royal st. Law
renee Yacht club and the Thousand
Islands Yacht club.
The races are open 70 motor boats
of over forty feet and of unlimited
power and will be run over course
of 32 statute miles half in Canadian
and half in American waters, three
times around. starting and finishing
at Alexandria Bay.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24

the United States last October, for the
purpose of studying military affairs
Assurances have been received from
the state department OF the United
States that every facility will be af-
forded the visiting party by the gov
ernment of the United States for car
rying on their Investigations.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
InMa State Eiremen

Red Oak, Ia, Aug. 24.-with $4,000
in purses offered, the Iowa state fire
mems tournament opened here today
promises some exciting competitions.
Fire fighters from many cities and
towns are entered in the various
events of the tournament.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Rain and Snow,

Helena, Aug. 24.-Rains and snow
in central Montana are improving the
fire condition The temperature drop
ped from ninety Sunday to almost
freezing today and the mountains are
snow covered. Favorable reports
have been received from the various
fires
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Mayors in MINNEAPOLIS.

Minneapolis, Mimi, Aug. 24.-Min-
neapolis officials and commercial or
ganizations today acted as hosts to
the League of American Municipali-
ties. All Of the delegates to the con-
vention which is meeting in st. Paul,
visited the Mill City today and were
given a hearty welcome.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Kappa Alpha Phi's Meet.

Indianapolis, Ind, Aug. 24.-Mem-
bers of the Kappa Alpha Phi Fra
ternity assembled here today for the
annual national convention, which
will continue through three days, A
reception today, banquet tomorrow
evening and ball Friday night are
among the entertainments provided
by the local chapter.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Canadians at Aldershot.

London, Aug. 24.-Canada's IA
nous regiment, the queens own rifles,
commenced their encampment at
Aldershot today and will remain until
September 2S. The regiment will be
attached to the first division and will
take part in the September maneuv-
ers, which will be under command of
Sir William Pellatt, aide de camp to
the king.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Illinois Trotnng Meets.

Cambridge, Ill, Aug. PA three
day meeting here, commenced today,
opens the season Of the Central Illi-
nois Trotting and Pacing association.
Other meets will be held during this
month and September at Wyoming,
Princeton, Kenawee, Aledo and Brad
ford
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
CRISIS IN FIRE
SITUATION PAST
Reports From All Over the
Northwest indicate Great
Improvement.
TEMPERATURE TAKES SHARP
DROP THROUGH MONTANA

Almost Freezing Weather Is Great
Factor in Subduing F1ames-Light
Rains and Snowfall in Montana
Mountains-Death List Will Not
Total Over Hundred-Situation
In Southern Oregon Is Much Re-
licved-High Wind Is Dying.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Near Yellowstone Park.

Missoula. Aug. 24.-The fire situa-
ton is much improved. The big fire
in the Gallatin forest is sweeping to-
ward Yellowstone, Park. 1t has now
burned over fifty square miles. Five
companies of militia are scattered out
in various directions from Kalispell
TO the northern part of the state.
Libby and the surrounding towns are
safe.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
virginia Firemen Meet

Alexandria, Aug. 24.-Preparations
have been made for the entertain-
ment of more than a thousand fire
men during the annual convention
and tournament OF the Virginia State
Firemens association. The meeting
opened today and will continue
through three days.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
GERMANY'S CROWN PRINCE
WILL NOT VISIT AMERICA

Berlin. Aug. 24.-It was announced
today that the plans for an oriental
tour of Crown Prince Frederick Will
liam have been changed. The prince
wont return to Germany from India
by way of the United States but an
other route will be selected.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
British Clergy on Tour.

Quebec, Aug. 24.-The Ven. Arch
deacon Madden. of Liverpool accom-
panied by the Rev. DR.. Hanson of
Belfast, appointed as a deputation TO
Canada by the Evangelican Alliance
Of the mother country, arrived IN
Quebec today.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Ashland in Danger.

Medford, Aug. pa high
wind began this afternoon and
Ashland is endangered. Volun-
teers from Ashland are enroute
to the fire.
The fire is only four miles
from Ashland which is directly
in its path. There is an i'm
mense amount of dry grass in
the city and shower of sparks
would set fires throughout the
town.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Hibernians Hold Parade

Lowell, Mass, Aug. 24.-Thousands
of men. representing every division
of the order in Massachusetts, partici-
pated In the great state parade Of the
Ancient Order OF Hibernians,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Smith Wins Nomination

Atlanta, Ca. Aug 24.-Hoke Smith
won the Georgia democratic guber-
Material nomination yesterday by $500
votes, according to todays returns. He
defeated Governor Brown.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
MAYOR GAYNOR WILL QUIT
HOSPITAL ON MONDAY

Hoboken. Aug. 24.-Mayor Gay
nor will probably leave St. Mary's
hospital Monday. 1t is undecided
whether he is to go home or to the
mountains.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
Vermont Rural Carriers.

st. Johnsbury. VT, Aug. 24.-The
Vermont Rural Letter Carriers asso-
citation met here today in annual con-
vention and will remain over tomor-
row.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
RULER PRO tenn
ISSUES DECREE
Jose Dolores Estrada Recog-
nizes Provisional Govern
ment of His Brother.
ELECTION MUST BE HELD
WITHIN SIX MONTHS

Hostilities i'm Nicaragua May Re 'sus-
pended Until ArrivaT of New Pres
ident at Capital-Dolores EekaAa
Would Cease War That Is Exhaust
ing the Republic-Conmissio In
Named to Draw Up PermaAeaf
Treaty of Peace.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1910-08-24
NEW MEXICO
IS PLACED ON SALE

on, Aug. 24.-By order of
IF the Interior Ballinger,
land Of the Carlsbad. n.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1910-08-20

by his stand taken on the various
public questions, emplanted into
the people implicit confidence in
as being not only a true and
stanch Republican, but a fit man
to represent his constituents.
When "a man "makes good and
is lauded and admired for what
he did at one time. it stands to
reason as logical consequence.
that, were he similarly placed in
another public trust, like results
would be obtained.
Therefore, the Republican vot,
ers and the people in general,
may feel that Mr.. Finn is pre-
eminently capable Of, and will, if
nominated and elected, make a
good and able Senator.
Mr.. Finn is a married man
and resides at 1l30 South Sew
enth Street.
This is position where the
man is, in every sense of the
word, the true representative of
the people; there are many
things and much attention to be
given the StituentS. Mr.,
Finn is an affable, brave conr.
teous young man, who never
shrinks from duty and always
stands by his friends.
In this primary election he IS
running Oh his own merits. He
is allied with no CLIQUE nor clan
trying, honorably and
fairly to b. nominated as is his
privilege ard prerogative. We
commend him to the voters and
especially our readers and ask
for him your cons deration.
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City Locals

According to reports the session Of
the U. R. F. and S, M. rs was a
grand success in Peoria last week.
Tomorrow at 1880 p. m. before the
h. Y. p. U. at Zion Baptist church
E. L. Rogers will read a short pa
per, subject, christianity. What is
it?"
Mrs. Clark, lady minister of the
gospel from Missouai preached at
Grace NJ e. Church last Sun lay and
Tuesday evenings.
Rev. J. M. Smalley, wife and Miss
Alice Giles left this week for Clarks-
vile, Mo to attend the M. E. dis
tIict conference.
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w. H. York to Give
Piano Recital.

w. II. York. one of our most
amiable young men, is to give a
piano recital supplemented by
other numbers from local talent.
He will also defend the affirma.
tive in a debate. "Resolved. that
the enslaved in the United States
1919 1865 was a blessing rather
than curse" while B. H. Bell.
amy will uphold the negative.
This recital aud program is
given for the benefit of the Y. M.
and Y. w. G.. A. of Wilberfo:ce
University and will take place at
Masonic Hall August 30. 1t
promises to be rare treat.
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MORTUARY,
MRS. BIRDSONG

The monster death knocked at
the door Of 0. G. Birdsong and
when admitted at $50 am. Mon
day, August 18th, bore away on
the wings of death his beloved
wife, Mrs. Fannie Maud Bird.
song, aged 80 years.
She is survived by her hus-
band, O.. G Birds )ng, 8 sons and
9 daughters of this city, her par
ents John Harper and wife of
O,mstead. One brother, Edw.
Five sisters. Mrs. Lena Hogan
and Katie Harper of this city,
Mrs. Oweal Of Mound CITY and
the Misses Bessie and Myra
Harper.
Her beloved husband, in his
sad bereav ment, has the heart
felt sympathy of all good people
He proved to be an ideal hus-
band, as he fought heroically
for the life of his wife Ito whom
he was much devoted) TO the bit
ter end.
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First w ard
Committeeman.

There seems to be general
skirmish for Precinct Cemmittee-
man in the Second Precinct Of
the First Ward, the famous
"black belt" To our knowledge
there are 5 candidates. Con.
splcuous and we'll known among
this galaxy of politicians is At
torney Chas. S. Gibbs. Mr.. Gibbs
made the race two years ago
against VIM. Burton, who was
elected.
In the Sixth Ward it is very
likely that in the Fourth and
Fifth Precincts there will be col.
ored men out for the places, es
pecially in the Fourth, another
''black belt" We commend tbs Sc
precincts and advise the color ed
men to spire for these plat es
and let the capable men take the
initiative.
This is going to be an event.
ful campaign.
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NATION NEWS

Sunday. August l4th will be day
long remembered at Davis chape
Gods Spirit was with us all day
In the afternoon about thirty-tve
communed one person Was baptized
and one read in the church. Rev.
Cottman, presiding elder delivered
.ble sermons at each service. The
afternoon service was an Cd time
meeting and the shaking OF hand
The collection excelled any OF the
preceding quarterly meetings. May
Gods blessing be with Rev. Cooper
for his earnest work and be with Us
again next year.
Mrs. Arthur Portee end daughter
Ona of Charleston and guest Miss
Leta Stokes Of Danville spent Sun
day in the city. the guests oJ Misses
Iva and Zetta Smith.
Mrs. Mary Scott is Improving nice
ly after few weeks Illness.
BE ready for the annual S. S. pic
mic on Labor Day.
Mr.. and Ms Oscar Portee of
Charles on and their guest Miss Jen-
ME POrtee of Shaw leesown attended
the quarterly meeting Sunday.
The lawn social given at the home
of Mr.. aud Mrs. Charles WoOdfOrk
was qui ,e a success.
Grand Master George Jesse was in
Ddnville Thursday.
Don't forget Thursday, August q,
the Fair and musical at Davld's chap
ell.
Miss Ize,ta Smith returned Sunday
from Danville.
Mrs. Ella Denuing of Erookport
passed through the city enrout9 10
Indian lpnls.
Mrs. M. NJ Nckens has returned
home from Boston, M iss.
Mrs. Howard Brown and children
Of Charleston spent Sunday with
Rev. and Mrs. VIM Lee.
Mrs. Asque of Charleston was a
Sunday caller.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1910-08-20

Atty. Williams attended the
National Negro Business League
C)nvef t on this week in New
York ity.
Mrs Eta Gibson was away
last Week attending the Grand
Session of the Household of
Ruth at Ruth at Metropolis. She
also visited in Paducah, Ken
tucky.
Miss Adams succeeds Miss
Donaldson in The Forum office.
VIM Reddick aud Robert Terrill
were visitors TO Chicago last Satur-
day and Sunday.
We are pleased to note that the
Gem Cafe is success, dlling long
felt want.
Messrs Frank Burns and Geoage
Hastings of the Leland hotel are
now assisting at Camp Deneen, Peo-
ria, Ill.
Do not forget that New Hope
church gives It's basket picnic to-
morrow at Mildred,
Mr.. and Mrs Thos Gibson were
visitors at Peoria last Sunday and
Monday.
Hear Prof Geo. Jones, of wilberfo-
rec University in piauo recital at
masonic hall Tuesday,
UGUST 30 TIN
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l.. l.. FLINN.

Lawrence L. Finn, you 9
man of serlirg qualities a 81 s'an;h
Republican aud a man of un.
stinted moral character is out for
State Senator from this, the Ash
Senatorial District, comprising
the county of Sangamon and
Morgan,
Mr.. Finn served 3 years as
Alderman from the Fifth Ward
and left at a time when the peo-
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1910-08-20
Buffalo News.

James Watts, of Buffalo, ILL.,,
entertained a number of guests
at the residence of his parents
MIR. and Mrs. Charles Watts Sat.
Aug. 18th, Ia honor of his 10Th
birthday.
A large number were present
and grand and glorious Time
was had by all who were pres
ent.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1910-08-20

Mesdames Spiller and Zero
are visiting friends in Indiana.
G. F, White arrived here last
week from the University of
Pennsylvania, where he has been
attending school.
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Republican Candidate
For State Senate from
Forty-fifth Senator.
ial District.

pie wanted his services contin-
ued-the highest testimonial of
a mans popularity and fitness
.or public service.
He showed, while A lderman.
wi at manner of man he is, and
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1910-08-20

Mrs. Louisa Brakeman N. End
St. entertained Chicago guests
Friday evening. Mrs. B'akeman
served unique four O'Clock din.
ner.
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Old Settlers Picnic

The Old Settlers enjoyed their
annual picnic at Irwln's Park
last Thursday