25 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
1
British claim capture of about three thousand enemy personnel in two days amid air superiority and coastal raids. Report says Turkish port works at Karasunt destroyed by Hinlaya cruiser and submarine action. German fronts along Oppy to Creil see heavy fighting with air losses on both sides. British air supremacy affirmed.
Papal nuncios report that the German strikes are nearly a revolution as demands from the people threaten a broader upheaval. A new anti-government socialist party is cited as triggering a turbulent disturbance in the Reichstag yesterday.
Vatican circles report that papal nunicos in Teutonic countries see a general strike edging toward revolution to back people’s peace demands. Amsterdam dispatches say Antadever tment party leaders accuse the government of Germany’s food shortage and call for discussion of the entire situation and the government malady. The dispatch notes a tense meeting with German officials vowing not to reconvene until May later.
A car rolled off a grade near Pendleton last night, tumbling twice and injuring three people including a wife and married daughter. Mrs Krauer suffered a severe shoulder injury while others escaped with minor hurts. An unrelated note mentions Articles of Incorporation filed for Walla Walla Valley Canning & Pickle Co with capital of 826000 and listed founders Martin and Mor.
Sion Milioon Bera and Manuel Friellen and family attend funeral of Mr Pind Mre Ihales Wilker of North von Sprinacw. The notice requests attendance for a service this month and includes related family details.
Local Spanish War Veterans from Miylu ben Cop and United Apacieh War Viel affirm support for the president's conscription proposal. They urge collaboration with civic groups to honor Memorial Day and plan a Memorial Day ceremony with VA reps present on West Alta street Friday night at midnight, inviting volunteers to join.
Pendleton forms three reserve units for the first regular drill in old Library rooms the Eagle Woolman Mall and the Commercial building for single married and men aged 45 to 66. Officers will act as drillmasters and 42 men have already signed up including Hartman Vinier Sewell Bord Rind and Cronin among others. All eligible men are urged to join their respective unit.
Pasco April 2 General Pron cw Marine commander of the northern military nine will be relieved of command because of his failure to suppress Villa unrest and cover government forts. General Arman at the City cars and Wen eeliete film.
Chicago wheat markets surged with May bluestem at 2.52 and futures showing strength. Portland delivery deals quoted 3.54, while regular bids around 2.46 to 2.53 favored club prices nearby. Barney Anderson reports 9000 bushels available. farmers seek higher bids, and market observers note strong local price signals amid record run.
Washington April 25 It was reported to the Navy Department that officers of the American steamer Mongolia believed they sank a submarine in a battle with a German craft while en route from the United States to England The report remained uncertain and was withheld by the Navy Department due to its indecisive nature
San Diego reports the naval collier Brotas ran aground on an unknown rock in the Pacific, 372 crewmen feared endangered. Rescue ships were en route, with several United States vessels aiding operations and the crew of 1,522 to be accounted for. A separate dispatch notes the steamer fire rescue at Hommbetde Bay is under control as Coronido efforts proceed.
A letter from Leetle Gibbs at the San Francisco naval training camp reports Pendleton youths, including Henry Nelson and James Todd, will head to Asiatic waters around May 5 or 6. The group notes crowded conditions and their initial duty of digging, with heads shaved, amid a broader contingent of Oregon and Washington recruits.
Dr Henry spoke to a church gathering titled How to win the jot to God and A Life on Fire for God. He drew on WWI conscription experience and referenced a Holy Spirit message urging steadfast faith. His remarks followed a program including a duet by Mr and Mire Erwin and special afternoon sessions at 2 o'clock.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim Harvard men donated uniforms and equipment to prepare a reserve officer training corps unit. The report suggests uniforms were retrieved from the department and distributed to personnel, with mention of dates and leaders, but the text is garbled and details are unclear.
The French commissioners led by Viriani and Joffre land at Washington on April 3 aboard the Mayflower with Secretary Lansing greeting them as thousands line the route to the pier. Treasury Secretary MacAdoo hands over a $200 million treasury warrant for war finance, marking a key moment in allied efforts.
A belated draft plan describes a squadron of Rough Riders from eastern Oregon and vicinity under Blangett. It discusses recruitment, cavalry readiness, and possible deployment to defend frontier regions, aiming to form a capable force with local volunteers and military backing.
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