Soviet Rule Declared as Munich Strikes Erupt
April 8 dispatches report the Soviet backed authorities proclaiming rule in Munich and a general strike across Bavaria. The government reportedly transfers to Nuremberg amid clashes between Communist troops and anti Soviet demonstrators. Provisional authorities face hunger blockade threats and widespread turmoil.
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Zunich
Sovle
Munich
Bavaria
Sochietie
Nuremberg
Munich @ree
University
Conbelle
Victory Loan Trophy Train Arrives for Pendleton Visit
The trophy train, part of a Victory Loan drive, reaches Pendleton with veterans from led battles and political figures set to address crowds at Happy Canyon Pavilion. Lieutenant Thorgerd, Private Likens, and others join Otto Hartwie and Frank Irvine to urge bond purchases as thousands gather to view the exhibits and hear the message of victory. Track No 6 at the O W R N station is chosen for display with schoolchildren and visitors invited to view and then share the experience with others.
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Pendleton
Ihe
Pendietin
Happy Canyon
Oelock
Howe
Clark Thorgerd
Linut
Bon Hore
Ponkern
Bert
Aate
5Th
Artillery
Tlna
Otto Hartwie
Oregon Federation of Labor
Frank Irvine
Journal
Victory Loan Committee
Spokane
Milton-Freewater
Jine
Golden West unveils new design for creamery products
The Smythe-Lonergan creamery introduces a copyright design labeled Golden West featuring three cartons and wrappers with the phrase Golden West. Originated by Dan Smythe and executed by Portland artist Charles Lebengood, the design will appear on letterheads and as a trademark for ice cream. Since taking over the creamery, output of ice cream and butter has doubled, expanding distribution beyond Umatilla County to wider Oregon markets.
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Elm. Orn
Oregon
Golden West
Pendleton
Wets Hope for Congress Action on Prohibition
Washington sources say only a congressional move can end wartime prohibition. President Wilson is expected to rescind the proclamation—making the nation dry until demobilization ends unless Congress acts during a special session to declare the war over and authorize recall of the proclamation.
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Washington
Latio
Houta
Congress
Jurymen Named for Federal Court in Pendleton
A list identifies numerous local residents summoned as jurors for the Federal Court in Pendleton. Names include farmers, merchants, and laborers from Pendleton, Athena, La Grande, Milton, Adams, and surrounding areas, reflecting a broad cohort of eligible citizens for service. The roster spans Pendleton, La Grande, Athena, McKay, and other nearby towns, naming dozens of individuals.
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Followige
Federal
Pandheton
Swante Anderson
Farmer
Pendheton
Charles Bagon
Teameter
Sumpter
Wear Herger
Carpenter
LA Grande Oo
T. Bitsinger
Wold & 4
Blewing
North Powder
Ex Crown Prince Injured in Motor Mishap
In Amsterdam in April the former German crown prince was involved in a car incident, suffering a broken wrist. Details remain unclear while police and doctors review the mishap.
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Amsterdam
Prines
French Aviator Begins Transatlantic Crossing
French aviator Lieut Feptan begins a transatlantic flight from Villa Couxtflay to Brest aiming for five legs totaling 4500 miles. The mission includes initial stop at Cosi Tannen as the first leg.
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Lieuwtenant Feptan
Villa Couxtflay
Brest
Cosi Tannen
Washington Weather Brief Reports Crop Forecast
A Washington release forecasts the 1910 wheat crop at 857 million bushels, up about 558 million from prior estimates. The rye crop is placed at around 100 million bushels, compared with roughly 11 million previously.
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Washington
Final Vote On League Of Nations Reported In East Oregon
Final tally shows 233 to 3 in favor of the League of Nations in East Oregon county sentiment. Plebiscite turnout included 1,547 men and 89 women, with votes cast from Abbeb in the south to Urattlla and Jim Milton in the west, Reflecting strong approval of President Wilson and former President Taft.
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League OF Nations
Umaina
Presi
Dent Wilhon
Taft
Uratilla
Jim Milton
Preewater
Ind
Dry verdict in Michigan election favors drys
Lansing Mich April The drys were victorious in yesterday s election by 160000 with nearly complete returns. All Republican candidates won by margins from 20000 to 60000. Drys say Michigan s strong rejection of the amendment deals a powerful blow to wet proponents nationwide.
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Lansing
Mich
Drys
Michigan
Trig
Future of Germany in Balance Today
United Prova staff correspondent reports Germany faces a pivotal decision on continuing a form of government or embracing Bolshevism as the Soviet Congress opens in Berlin. Radicals gain concessions but the government resists further power loss while Spartacist leaders seek to mobilize workers for a coup. Bavarian events are viewed as less influential elsewhere. Also noted is the birth of a baby girl to Mr and Mrs James Harvey at St Anthony's hospital on Friday.
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ED LL Kbene
United Prova
Patus
Germany
Gergian
Berlin
Bsecheldemann
Spuirtaean Teaders
Faente
Coday
Ebort
Scheifemant
Fd Mire
James Harvey
St. Anthony's Hospital
Frank J. Taylor
Coited
Allies Envoy Submits Plan to Hungary
London April report says General Bis, envoy, proposed withdrawing Hungarian troops west of the old front line, Romanian forces to stay, and the area between to be neutralized and held by Entente troops. The plan includes a 1908 economic blockade, with special commissioners to reconsider Hungary’s frontier issue.
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London
Bis
Hungary
School Helps Fight Flies Through Student Involvement
Mina Lorene Parker county demonstration agent led a swat the fly campaign with cooperation from the high school science department. Milk exposed to bacteria carrying flies will be analyzed, sterile plates tested, and slide drawings shown to children. Lectures and stereoptican slides aim to educate grade schoolers with an essay contest for students above fifth grade. Superintendent FE Austen favors auditorium visits and public publication of best essays to boost engagement. Parker will obtain materials from Portland headquarters and the University of Oregon once meetings are assured.
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Mina Lorene Parker
Corker
FE. P. Austen
Clty
Mins Parker
Portland
University of Oregon
Walla Walla Crowd Seen For Three Day Farm Show
Walla Walla plans a three day tractor and power farming machinery demonstration on April 23 to 25 with an expected 16,000 to 25,000 visitors daily. Pendleton officials consider housing and overflow needs and note trains can bring in visitors. SK Cranston, Pendleton Commercial Association secretary, says Pendleton may assist if needed but current crowd estimates may be too high for local capacity.
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Walla Walla
Tue City
SK. Cranston
Pendleton Commercial Association
Thin City
Walla Wallons
Epee
Gia
Walle Walla
Cronaton
Pendleton
Letter seeks orphan child adopted in 1881
A letter received by the Sheriffs office from Lee Willie of Stephenville Texie requests information on Emma K Hull who, in 1881, was adopted from an orphanage near Quiner Ih by Louis Holmott of Adams. Carter and Governe, local attorneys, forwarded it to the sheriff. Officials recall no man named Bobbert in the area and hope publication aids the search.
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Sheriffs Office
Lee Willie
Stephenville
Texie
Emma K. Hull
Quiner
Louis Holmott
Adams
Vritin
Carter & Fiovihe
Tee
Bobbert
Victory Loan Posters Prominent Countywide Appeal
Posters arriving at county headquarters showcase four large displays and several smaller items to promote the Victory Loan effort. Artful scenes depict a German helmet and a carpenter worker with lines recalling past battles and urging home front support.
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Bamplew
Yieterday
Honda
Maughhoon
United States
Artoine Chateau Thierry
Michie Belleau Wadd
Cintigny
Sixvone
Verlo
Riemer
Invest
Renda
Hige Voin
Berlin braces for Soviet treachery amid revolutionary events
Berlin warns of potential Soviet treachery as the congress opens. Government officials rail against radicalism while preparing to maintain order. A Bavarian government reshuffle is announced with plans for a people’s mandatories council and possible resistance preparations.
Mammoth Recruiting Drive to Raise Army
The War Department launches a nationwide recruiting drive amid volunteer shortages. Twelve hundred recruiting actions are planned with officers sent to 26 major stations for intensive campaigns. Less than five thousand have joined after a month aiming to boost demobilization camps. An armored train with heavy guns and veterans from France will tour several cities to urge volunteers.
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Washington
War Department
Lee
Directo
France
Four men killed in Home Torpedo plant nitro explosive blast
In Torment Kentucky, an early day nitro explosion at the Home Torpedo works killed four men instantly. Their bodies were hurled about 200 yards as rescuers scrambled to respond.
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Torment
Home Torpedo Company
Beer
Reparation Practically Settled and Peace in Sight
Paris April reports indicate reparation details near agreement and a faster peace may be possible. High British official told United Press that British and other powers likely view a settlement as achievable. President Wilson to attend a four power meeting as the Rhine question and German responsibility are discussed.
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Paris
United Press
Rhine
Wikton Atenia Moerting
Carl D. Groat
United Free Staff
Wilon
George Washington
Brogt
Uniti
Tates
Oregon Sportsmen's League seeks political removal from Fish and Game Commission
The Oregon Sportsmen's League led by Arthur K. Downs calls to end political and commercial influence over the Fish and Game Commission. The statement argues for an efficient, wildlife friendly commission and cites Maine as a model. It criticizes past fund allocations and asserts the need to depoliticize and depower the commission, offering no candidate recommendations.
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Alowan
Oregon Sportsmen’s League
Arthur K. Downs
Stague
Oregon Sportsmen's Leagué
State Fish and Game Commission
Oregon
Maine
Commission
Oregon Sportemers League
Fish and Fame
Greatest Wheat Crop in History Forecast
The department of Agriculture projects the grain harvest will be the largest in country history at a guaranteed price of 2.56 a bushel. Expected output reaches 837,000,000 bushels with farmer earnings not less than 1,591,620,010. Officials cite record grain conditions and the largest acreage ever planted.
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Department of Articulture
Fighting in Cairo reported six killed in clash
London dispatch from Cairo dated April 3 says six were killed and a camber wounded in a feet festing case. The report notes the carrier was quickly nestaned.
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London
Cairo
Camier
Eagles of Oregon Here Next Session Convened
Pendleton will host the 1920 Eagles state convention with G. Sullivan as delegate returning from Portland. organizers plan to shift the usual April timing to just before the Round-Up. M. A. Ferguson of Pendleton was elected state president and W. Stroble named secretary. The convention closes tonight.
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John W. Montgomery
Caldwell
Idaho
Baker
Oregon
Portland
W. G. Hazelwood
Willan Cook
C. A. HI
Fred Fraser
Oscar Berger
J. Momm
Co. W. Mathews
D. W. Hur
Otto Lammert
O. T. Bissinger
T. P. Gilliland
W. T. Reeves
Homer Littleton
W. J. Welch
T. A. Lieunllon
B. la Burroughs
C. A. Him
D. H. Burrows
R. F. Kirkpatrick
W. HH. McCormmack
Pendleton
Eagles
G. Sullivan
M. A. Ferguson
The
W. Stroble
Thin City
Lloyd George to Confer With Wilson on April Meeting
Paris April 4 Lloyd George fully recovered from his cold and will meet with Wilson at two this afternoon. To accommodate the appointment the premier delayed his speech to correspondents from three to six this evening. The move is seen as significant amid speculation over possible disagreements with the president or others.
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Paris
Lloyd George
Wilson
Corporal Hall Visits Monaco and Smallest Country in World
Corporal James Hall of the 148th Meld Artilery writes from Cannes hospital describing a trip with convalescent soldiers to the two small Islands, Honorat and Marguerite, and to Monaco the smallest country. He notes monks, historical sites, a casino lunch, the prince governance, and finance via the casino. He mentions a prisoner history, French protection, and his improving health.
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Corporal James Hall
James Hall
Red Cross
Cannes
France
Hall
Hin
Aall Bonte
Honorat
T. Marguerite
Ferndene
St. Marguerite
Christian
Hinck
Monaco
Trey
Prince’s Palace
Monte-Carlo
Afonaca
Stanford White
Marty K. Thaw
Hhett Fina
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Allen
Henry Lorenzen
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Elackman
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