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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
1
Battle Front dispatches report French artillery driving deep gaps in German lines as fresh Allied forces press forward. Despite 13 divisions in the line, German counter moves fail to halt the advance and casualties mount on both sides.
Reports from April 10 describe a French assault sweeping across the German line from Folons to Auberive with heavy artillery, forcing German divisions to move 240,000 troops into the front as prisoners pile and morale collapses. French gains widen near Rheims and Soleeune despite German countermeasures.
Washington facing a planned fight over conscription policies as Congress weighs army bill mixing volunteers and draft. Government war effort intensifies with navy shipbuilding and food production coordination. censorship debate rages in Senate over sweeping controls on newspapers.
A city hall meeting approved forming a 31 member county war readiness committee to coordinate emergency measures. Judge Phelps, County Judge Marsh, and Bmythe named leaders said the panel will organize three emergency militia units for all men aged 18 to 45 and oversee county resources for mobilization. The body will appoint members in a few days to ensure rapid readiness.
April 19 dispatch from Washington reports that National Defense Council may urge the president to halt manufacturing and sale of liquor nationwide. Estimates suggest 1333 breweries and 605 distilleries would close under war prohibition, while some officials argue liquor production is vital for government needs. Outcome hinges on Hoover committee study of food conditions and conservative policy recommendations.
Webb Street paving proceedings were delayed over fees as the council seeks to compel Northern Pacific to pave between rail tracks from Olney to cart and along the entire Webb right of way. The council considers Willow Street sewer work and cemetery perpetual care funding. An arc light and a 260 watt lamp are approved for key intersections.
The readable bits describe a historic incident involving an alleged bandit at an airport tender, with mentions of a Mexican bandit and arrests related to a conspiracy. Details are fragmented and uncertain about names, dates, and places.
April 15 FT Paul report urges birth to wear khaki graduation dresses this spring. It also suggests low heeled shoes and bonnet trimmed hats. April 19 New Lore notes Campfire Girls of America telegraph to President Wilson recommending a national uniform for women to save billions during the war.
A report from Washington notes detectives locating a friend in the Hus rian Dome urging an authoritative statement opposing a separate peace. The piece mentions fears of German peace feelers and stresses the need for reform and liberty amid revolutionary tension.
Washington April 19 Senate Naval Affairs Committee room door jimmied during the night. open found early today. Police believe the act sought naval plans but nothing missing. Senator Swanton said little of value reported. guards search entrances as Capitol heavy security stands.
Penneton April 1917 C P Strain calls for expanding summer fallow areas to produce fods and vegetables. He notes about half a million acres are fallow nationwide and proposes converting idle lands in Oregon and Washington into corn cabbage turnips to boost food supplies. He suggests involving 1500 automobiles and 1500 school children to harvest and transport crops, arguing it would support population needs without severely hurting 1919 wheat yields.
Wheat prices show renewed momentum with gains across contracts. Chicago open shows May at 2.25, July around 1.87 with notable intraday shifts. Portla nd reports confirm continued volatility as traders monitor supply signals.
Irrigated land available for potato planting offered by Western Land Co through E E Cleaver. Maintenance charges set at 1.50 per acre with extensive land already cleared and near ditches. Some land four miles from a depot, Meadows area noted for good potato and onion yields. Pendleton food preparedness committee has identified 195 vacant plots and will mobilize help for youths, with Girl Guard and Boy Scouts assisting in the movement.
Umatilla county's estimated share of a seven billion dollar national war loan is about 200000 to 250000, based on population. Oregon's statewide share is about 3000000, with local bankers backing the effort. Citizens are urged to subscribe as able, bonds to be issued in 275, 50, 200 dollar denominations. Interest expected around 3 1 7 percent.
Washington April 19 A war department ruling states men marrying to dodge the draft will not escape service. All men married since the war began will be treated the same as unmarried men for military obligations. A report from various cities notes such marriages occurred after the war was declared.
Fragmentary text describes a massive force mobilized to repel an uprising and border tensions. Mentions German population, military detachments, and authorities imposing a coercive boundary, with unclear names and dates. The readable content hints at unrest and defense preparations amid a broader conflict brief.
Mrs L A Dickinson, wife of I A Dickinson, longtime Kern County resident, died after illness at Anthony’s Hospital. She was 61, native of Starion County, survived by husband and four children, with funeral planned at 2 PM Saturday at the Bw Som chapel. The service will be led by the Methodists.
Fragmentary OCR reports suggest heavy firing misattributed to thunder during rough Cape weather with uncertain timing and unreliable sources. The scrambled text mentions erectors, the Charlotten He Tyrerd, and a list of nine reserves.
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