10 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1919
Page
1
Widespread destruction across northern Texas and southeastern Oklahoma as storms bury towns under wind and rain. Wires down isolate communities. trains stalled for hours. At least 97 deaths reported with widespread crop and oil field damage.
Unclear OCR text shows a partial report on tonnage totals for steel and related goods. Mentions United States Steel and several numeric figures, but the source is damaged and specific details are not recoverable.
Lowell Mellett reports Lieyned Clarke’s view that Lloyd George holds the balance of power at the Paris conference. American delegates press for armistice terms while Britain battles to satisfy both French, Italian allies and its pre election pledges amid a conservative parliament surge.
A dispatch from Astoria reports returning American servicemen expressing disbelief at prosperity abroad. Sergeant James Hinman, home from overseas, says France would reveal why the United States is strong and why others should appreciate their own country, noting wartime hardships and harsh conditions. He reflects on food, shelter, and morale among troops, contrasting experiences in France with home.
After a lengthy discussion the Commercial Club proposed renting a room 20 by 40 feet and using the large social room when needed. The Elks objected to the plan while others urged making the Commercial Club the main occupant. A theatre feature and auditorium were discussed as potential amenities for soldiers and the hotel building option was raised.
A fragment notes a 86 room hotel listed for 910 a month, with unclear phrasing about rents. It mentions Pat Loner and Warren Construction Company crew slated to work on paving the Wild Hotel Highway, hinting at leased space use during construction work.
Six Pendleton veterans attended a reunion in Trost, Minnesota, including Nat Kimball and Myrten Moore of the engineers. They shared a post game feed and discussed uncertain return dates, with Kimball hoping to depart Brest before April 20 and possibly be discharged by June.
In Berlin on August 19, reports say Bernstorff has joined the Democrats and the party has accepted him, though no official statement. The move links Bernstorff with the governing coalition and raises questions about Allied reception, as American observers weigh the implications and possible peace delegacy.
A War Department estimate projects American farm wages reaching over one billion dollars in 1919. Reports indicate wage rises through pro war days and the period after show marked increases, with totals near five hundred thousand dollars in certain sectors and expectations of further jumps across the year.
New York officials urge residents to discard old footwear and buy new supper footwear after a health department notice. The message, issued by Dry Whipin A. Worerhin from the Dwi health department, claims thousands could die without action and appeals to Karouah residents to act promptly.
Diagram shows the tunnel curve along the British coast with interior tube and electric trains. It notes a possible dip and a maximum water depth of 140 feet, with chalk thickness above the tunnel about 100 feet and crown connections every 200 yards.
Round-Up Park offers a camping area with water and fuel. auto tourists may use the site, but no permanent camps or tents, and only waterjets admitted in a limited capacity. The Commercial Association discussed camping grounds and formed a committee led by W. N. Matlock, Willard Bond, and Roy Alexander to advance the plan.
Local hunter Catia counte has added six more coyote pelts to her tally, reaching 24 pelts over the past two weeks. Her efforts include den work and a noted rise in total pelts from the county as she continues to hunt coyotes.
A historic local planning note outlines River Drive’s transition into a formal boulevard. The report highlights community input and mentions the Dean project and Pier Derive as milestones, with further streets planned in the same development.
The new school glee club schedules a concert tomorrow night in the city hall auditorium. Attendees include notable local figures and students. program features vocal selections and ensemble pieces.
Today the Bayres Packard, stored in a garage for 11 months since Lieutenant Blanney Sayren enlisted, was moved from his residence and driven to meet the returning soldier. Accompanying him were Inaelsa Sivall, who traveled with Lieutenant Serres from Washington, and will be a guest at the Sayres home. Sayres, commissioned last September after training at the Orders Motors Instruction school, is now on the road as a purchaser for a small arm division with territory New York and Tennessee. Previously, while in the aircraft machine gun school, Sayre set the fastest tire record for a student in taking down and setting up a Victor aircraft car.
A chaotic street confrontation in Belen leaves numerous dead or gravely injured as bystanders and officials rush to the scene. Police investigate the clash involving several individuals including Ageril 16 and others named in the immediate aftermath. Local authorities urge calm as they assess the chaotic incident and its causes.
A fragmented account describes a daylight saving plan affecting workers and businessmen. The piece mentions tardiness, hotel gatherings after dinner, and shifts in evening hours, noting concerns about noise and sleep. Authorities or committees referenced hint at local implementation and objections.
The Civic Club committee of Pendleton warns chicken yard owners that poor sanitation and fly breeding spread disease such as tuberculosis among fowl. It urges regular cleaning, proper waste disposal, and header control to protect poultry health, with Lorene Parker, county demonstration agent, overseeing guidance and outreach.
Karmes Gramm manager for the Karmed Nir Life Tnaprante Com pany arrived at Pendleton hotel last evening covered in mud up to his hips after a mud incident. He explained the event by saying a big one on his line trapped him, then the car mired on government land, delaying his return to Pendleton.
April 10 report from St Tous describes an armed highway robbery near town. Eight suspects fled with an estimated 45000 dollars after the incident, as local police, armed with terms, pursued the assailants. Kansas City is noted in connection to the case.
Paris reports a shift from gloom to forward motion on war aims. United States' stance and Britain France reveal tightened positions on Saar valley reparations and accountability. Washington says President Wilson shows steady health gains and progress in private peace talks amid optimism in official circles.
Doyle reports Elks proposal feasible including a theatre. A committee plans three story building with theatre on main floor, entrance from Main Street via Alexander’s alley, and space for a commercial area if warranted. Building committee members listed include Piel, Tallman, Bite ner, Ohjoupek, Fe Ttalove Jammer, Sturgie, and Earnmphs.
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