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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1917
Page
1
Report from Ameren in Germany notes continued German surprise at American hostility. Analysts cite unresolved tensions and public sentiment, with officials warning of lingering friction affecting business and cultural exchanges.
London April 4. In a dispatch from Berlin sources say the German press unlikely to publish President Wilsons speech. An allied plan discussed to distribute the new broadcast over Germany by airplane.
A Berlin commentary argues American entry into the war would test Germany more than it would defeat it. The Berliner Tagblatt says the United States entering “the last great neutral power” prolongs the conflict and misjudges the enemy.
April 4 report from Whalin notes officials question American toward Germany and assign responsibility to the United States. Another brief line claims Germany reviews the president’s address amid sharp criticism, alleging relations with American leaders and German actions impacting the United States.
Warphington dated April 4 reports Germany, via the minister, challenging the assertion that Germany violated the treaties of seventeen eighty nine and eighteen ninety nine. The dispatch notes Berlin’s denial and ongoing diplomatic tension surrounding the postwar settlement.
Work will begin at once at Union Trem Works with sixteen destroyers and two other craft. They will be completed when the dry dock is ready, marking the start of an urgent naval program.
The East Oregonian reports it broke the president's war message 12 hours ahead of Portland rivals and 24 hours before others, via United Press leased wire. The paper plans an extra edition and street bulletin service at considerable expense, promising the best reader service regardless of cost.
Heppner and Morrow County join a pro road bonds campaign with a large meeting in Heppner. Representative W. Kitner and Burroughs aided organization efforts as sentiment grew for the levy and levee project. Mayor B. Nelson of Heppner was elected president. turnout was strong and local farmers voiced support.
John Estes, Andy Mutamiyo Jones, and others faced charges of violating state gambling laws. Estes received 250 dollars, Rust 150 and cautions, with delays on further penalties. Judge Mherpe warned of harsher punishment on a future conviction. Jones pleaded to gambling while a warbling game was involved.
Warmington April 4. The war department appeals for twenty thousand artisans for the quartermaster's reserve corps. The department wishes them placed in training immediately.
April 4 in London reports praise for the president's speech likening it to major utterances of Washington and Lincoln. The piece notes Allied reception and French intervention, calling the event among the great moments of the war era.
Washington dispatch reports the House will act tomorrow on Senator Martin's war resolution as committees report favorably. Key senators and opposition figures critique the measure and discuss naval requisitions and the impact on diplomacy.
An oblique report indicates the United States plans to push funding for the war through federal reserve banks. Congress is asked to authorize additional revenue measures to meet the financial burden, with lawmakers urged to act promptly.
An April 4 dispatch reports American aviators requesting approval from the French government to release the Ta Puiette Mecadrilla or to permit American aviators to fly an American aircraft. The plea centers on enabling U S pilots to operate under an American flag.
Chicago April 4. Special reports show wheat prices opening at 2.05 rising to 2.02 while intraday highs reach 2.04. In Portland Oregon data note blue stem at 1.79 and club wheat around 1.73 with values listed for nearby futures.
W. Badley resigns as assistant cashier of the American National Bank to become treasurer of the newly formed International Shipbuilders Inc of Beath with a 506000 capital. The resignation takes effect May 4 and the Seattle Three project names several prominent backers and officers from Washington and Oregon in the formation of the firm.
A garbled report notes a meeting at Touride Palace where participants discuss actions by Atmorinn. Two others present observed the proceedings, highlighting the tone of the gathering and its unclear outcomes.
A new armored carrier developed by Cecer Mirane of New Vere City and two brothers offers a wireless, machine gun tower. The design carries nine completed operations and targets military use by the state.
In Hanford California on April 4 rancher J T Denny shot and killed Jidee Mekdowe attorney Cos r and W G Wiley of Los Angeles. Marshal Hines fatally shot Denny as he attempted to flee in a car. Denny had recent legal troubles and was believed to be temporarily insane.
Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning for the Elk Show a big minstrel production set for Monday and Tuesday evenings next week. Rehearsals under Low Steelhammer and RB E Chlovpek promise a hit with new melodies and top city talent. End men include Estes Phelps Crvetal Dickson Chioupek Fletcher Buchannan Drake. Also note tax day deadline tomorrow for payment without penalty with partial payment option for those who come tomorrow evening.
Washington reports no immediate draft or full mobilization for Europe as plans to assemble prison forces to strike Germany move forward. Britain and England follow similar approach with one decisive exemption from conscription and a first expeditionary force anticipated. The U S focuses on limited supplies to allies while naval cooperation tightens to aid the war effort.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a meeting about investigations and resignations. Mentions Goancdtnan Petar and Pareto style references, residency questions, and whether action will proceed. Unable to extract clear events or entities from the garbled input.
The readable portion notes a dated April 4 reference to German American wireless activity and a Sayville telegraph receipt. No coherent event or outcome is discernible from the fragment.
At the Hamburg conference leaders including Emperor Karl and other high German officials debated breaking relations with Canon Simem if America declares war on Germany. The April 4 discussion reflected imminent wartime decisions amid rising tensions with the United States.
Pendleton merchants consider closing shops from noon to 2 PM on Good Friday after the Commercial Association voted to adopt the practice. Episcopal and Catholic churches will hold services during that period. Bishop RR Paddock supports observance. The three hour service commemorates the Blavlor event on the Crom.
The Soren steamer Farmand sank by a submarine off the French coast on Tuesday. Eighteen crewmen were saved. among the rescued are Americans Aaron Lee and Agnes Robert. Agnes Tempte reported as daughter of John Tempte. marriages and kinship noted among relatives.
Changes proposed by state department affect Pendleton to Pilot Rock route with new traffic controls and construction. Crews from McKay area and nearby towns work on towers and drainage while safety measures and detours will limit travel.
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