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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1918
Page
4
The torpedoing of hospital ships by German U boats has caused over 100 deaths including many wounded and staff. Since The Portugal in 1916, six British hospital ships have been sunk without warning. Protests focus on the breach of sacred Red Cross marks.
General Pershing explains delays in casualty lists arise from dispersed troops serving in many locations and wounded being treated in French, British, and American hospitals. Records are scattered as units move and telegraph lines, often temporary, are unreliable and interrupt communications.
The article emphasizes prioritizing the battle itself and expediting casualty lists. It notes efforts to collect, confirm, and verify casualties before promptly transmitting them to Washington. The emphasis remains on timely, accurate reporting of human costs amid active conflict.
President Wilson cites American sacrifice in food production to aid allied nations. Herbert Hoover says the war cannot end before 1920. The piece notes abstinence saved 140 million bushels of wheat and urges readers to prepare for winter to avoid burdening others.
The Fast Oregonian notes Eugene Rieth plans to return from Tacoma with Joe Murphy to Pendleton marking a civic welcome. Mrs McLend visits from Meacham with her mother Mrs Owen McLaughlin. Mert Alexander and family return from Baker City. Frank H Roeenberg to marry Miss Jonnie Gilen August 19 in Ilgla. Gillam improving per doctors. F G Hull of Milton Eagle travels to Portland for newspaper association meeting.
Klamath Falls Oregon August 12 officials report the survey of a new road from the Shippington highway to Pelican mill and Port Klimath reed is complete with bids to be advertised soon. Also a Saturday auction date was set for sale of ground for the Mainatries Pourthone project but postponed by Circuit Judge Pom.
Reports from the principal growing districts including Hood River the Willamette and Regie River indicate widespread fruit yields with a uniform Newark style that may show a half foot rise in Wyn Houtam. Whaling fleet observers note a good catch though labor shortages hamper operations at the South Hay station. Spokane reports a thriving wheat district with high yields and farm improvements. In Salem Bennett Thompson, a reputed murderer, is pursued with little success as officers survey nearby. Eugene records monitory marks appearing on doors and a shift in labor from church to harbor projects.
Amsterdam 12-dapt Karl thoy Eal, attache in Washington, declares that America would seek to be the controlling world power if the Allies prevail. He argues Germany and Austria-Hungary must be defeated and Britain exhausted economically and militarily to pave the U.S. rise. Capt Boy-Fd notes he cannot think clearly after the experience and fears unpopularity in the United States.
The War Department orders officers back from France to command brigades in twelve new divisions for March. General Douglas MacArthur will lead at Camp Meade, and Brigadier General Carmelian Vanderbilt will lead at Camp Lewis Washington.
The North German Gazette urges action on inquiries as 11-Preace Hegiiantms are pressed by Vorwarerts of Berlin through the sociaflat fewspapner.
A garbled OCR style piece describes the North German Gazette and a vague entente power message. It mentions Galipre, Dovelan county, a gray campaign, and a county agent named Paul Vo Mar. The text is unclear but hints at a travel mobilization and allied cooperation amidst wartime rhetoric.
The article reports on the administration's consideration of property measures affecting a range of assets including dining cars and related facilities. It notes ongoing oversight and potential changes to management to influence future handling.
A garbled excerpt discusses American views on British tobacco and fashion, mentioning President, currency concerns, and overseas commerce. The legible remnants hint at opinions on imports, trade, and cultural exchange, but readable facts are scarce.
A 1918 report highlights the growth of U S Army dental forces from prewar levels to over 7 000 officers. A high ranking official at a national dental meeting describes the role of dental corps in facial reconstruction and the provision of artificial jaws and teeth for war foundations.
In London August 12 the Earl of Reading, hith commissioner to United Biotie, has revealed details to the board of formation. His condition is discussed amid the ongoing inquiry as London reports the latest on his health and leadership.
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