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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment references British forces in France near the Vitwy ridge and Cote river with mention of Canatians, German trenches, and actions at Munchy-le-Preux. It notes successful efforts and positions along a ridge and river in a wartime context.
London reports Sir Pousius Maig treck and Cambrai operations with French forces regaining seventy square miles in five days. Nivelle advances forty miles, capturing villages as two German divisions of forty thousand are wiped out at Juvincourt. Demoralization spreads, French artillery dominates, and German retreats crumble under concentrated bombardment and machine gun fire.
The county sees increased security as additional guards are hired by rail companies to protect bridges and tracks from sabotage. Special guards, some militia or regular army, operate under deputy sheriffs authority to deter attempts and supervise access along key routes.
Portland Cre April 20 Wheat trade fell with futures at about 2.23 to 2.24 per bushel as buyers noted softer demand. Prices edged lower amid quiet activity and thin nearby interest in the Portland market today.
A fragmented 19th century style sketch portrays Kaiser Wilhelm II as cruel and manipulative in his youth. The piece describes him at the Kaiser’s court, noting his sharp gaze, commanding presence, and the crowd’s reactions. It references German princes and foreign intrigues, hinting at future leadership tensions and claims of power.
A city hall rally endorsed a citizen pledge to support civil duty and mobilization efforts. Copies of the adopted resolutions circulated in Pendleton and countywide, with G I La Dow tasked to distribute materials. Residents are urged to sign and stand ready to answer calls for service or sacrifice.
Craguayan reports indicate a German revolt grows in Brazil with refugees pouring into Uruguay. Fighting between government forces and armed Germans is reported as serious in at least three provinces. Brazil denies sending a war commission to the United States to cooperate with Germany.
Reports from April describe a complex Turkish retreat as British forces under General Maude capture Shatt-Ul-Adhar and General Murray resumes a march toward Jerusalem. The dispatch notes Turkish forces driven from a six and a half mile front and advances along key supply lines toward the St. Quentin line.
A German wireless report from April 20 states that German socialites were sent to Stockholm by Chancellor Holinex and no negotiations exist between German and Hawelian socialists for separate peace. The German denial follows a peace intrigue between conflicting parties and marks a collapse of the tentative plan.
New York April 20 The Roosevelt division idea to send a volunteer unit to the front stalls conscription plans as Senate leaders rush ahead with the selective draft and espionage measures. Critics warn the proposal could politicize the war and delay essential legislation while supporters argue Roosevelt could hasten action and boost morale.
Washington April 20 The Department of Agriculture asked authorities to place the country s food supply under the government s regulation and supervision. The proposal would license and supervise all plants mills packing houses cannery storage houses and other establishments handling agriculture products or supplies. The effort aims to control the entire food system more broadly than any prior action, with a goal to regulate farm production and distribution nationwide.
Washington April 20 Britain will lay all her war cards on the table when the commissioners meet the American government heads She will present fully and frankly all procurement and cooperation will cover a wider scope than previously announced Other topics include diplomatic questions such as peace terms manpower wheat transportation blockade of Germany communications aviation and anti submarine work
A cipher message relayed from Rio de Janeiro claims that a rumored Anglo German naval clash was suggested by pro German elements in Spain. The report notes German influence in the pro-German faction and hints at covert diplomatic tensions between Germany and Spain via Brazil.
Citizens from Athena gathered to endorse a six million dollar bond issue. Speakers including Senator Barrett and commissioners argued the plan would relieve local taxes, support farms, and fund needed improvements. The meeting highlighted support from W. J. Thompson and others, stressing the economic benefits to agriculture and nearby industries.
A fragmented, garbled report notes Tisza quitting amid widespread upheaval. Names and places are unclear, but references to political factions and notable figures hint at a destabilizing period and possible reorganizations within government or party lines.
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