28 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1917
Page
1
Italian Embassy dispatches report Austrian commander orders civil population to leave as fronts shift. British forces advance toward Trieste with civilian evacuation underway in the front city.
The Austrians order civilians to evacuate towns as Allied activity concentrates on the Austrian and German front lines. Italian offensives continue, with reports of strong artillery and trench actions on multiple sectors, including Monte areas and the St. Jolie front, as German defenses falter and Allied advances push forward.
Fragmented report describes Austrian efforts to stop Italian drive amid disrupted lines and unclear details. The text mentions winter talks and a general refinement of several points, with references to Monte Sante and Beeb tid Vewnen in a tense wartime setting.
A French steamship arriving at a Atlantic port reports smoke producers thwarted a submarine attack. The smoke hindered German gunners, forcing an abortive strike while passengers stood on deck and shipboard crew fought back with naval fire.
Farmers in Crutulla County arrange an evening meeting with federal grain supervisor Hugh A. Martin to discuss grain inspection, interstate shipping, and the new spring programs. W W Harrah helps coordinate as local notices go out to surrounding districts about the meeting and compliance requirements.
A historical report estimates German casualties in Flanders since July 1 at tens of thousands, detailing divisions withdrawn and units reassigned. The note cites figures around 82 000 and 40 000 in various sectors, with uncertainty and debate over accuracy.
Forty six men from Umatilla County have been certified for service by the Adjutant General. The list includes Arthur Bawird Keener of Pendleton and many others, with certification actions noted and ongoing inquiries about claims timing. Continued on page 4.
Round-up trophies this year spotlight two prize saddles. Read about the prize allocations, contenders, and the ongoing work of organizers as they prepare for the event. Officials note the schedule and highlight anticipated performances by key riders and teams. The piece details program highlights, prize amounts, and expected crowd turnout at the venue.
A cryptic wartime note references soldiers and a brigade in vague terms. It mentions Bluetiog and prysilveates with unclear action or location. The fragmentary text hints at a bombardment or patrol but lacks coherent details or names.
Washington reports the present war congress will be a thirty billion dollar session with seven billion already appropriated and over twenty three billion pending. House leader Wider Kitchin aims to secure passage of the eleven billion five hundred million bond and win bill in one legislative day. Senate debate resumes on the inertia plan and a sharp fight over a proposed federal getter feature. A victory is noted for advocates of higher war bond rates and tax schemes to fund the appropriation. The coming vote may lift bond rates from three to four percent, attracting investment as discussions pivot to finance and soldiers insurance.
The article lists multiple individuals named in a third count examination in Umatilla County. It notes various defendants and witnesses, with references to a forewing and a court proceeding. The text lists names such as Fiimerhase Preewater Raymond BR. Buller Pendieten Arthur Aickman and many others, mentioning trial dates and a third cal event.
A wartime report states that forty men who sought service with General Pershing have been returned to the United States. Details are incomplete due to damaged text but indicate de-enlistment or reassignment related to food or medical considerations.
Aug 25. Germany faces a nation wide health crisis as widespread undernourishment fuels mortality rises and tuberculous and dysentery outbreaks appear. The government reportedly censors mortality data while cities stop publishing figures to hide the famine driven epidemic.
The community anticipates the Round-Up will attract the largest crowds yet, with train and travel demands rising. Directors reported strong enthusiasm and a push for extra reservations as attendees plan to travel for September events, despite transportation constraints.
In Portland daily market notes from East Oregonian wheat prices show notable moves with bids and asks varying. The report lists price ranges and notable traders including BRON, Wereshit, and Kellegrid Preble amid a busy trading day in the grain market.
An unclear notice discusses women wearing half hose and other garments to conserve supply. The text is partially garbled with multiple misspellings and invented terms, but indicates a rationing or conservation directive affecting women.
The State department announced that the President's reply to the Pope's peace proposal has been forwarded. A completed draft was read to the cabinet this afternoon and immediately after was ordered prepared for publication tomorrow morning.
Moscow reports a chaotic front as Korniloff demands harsher discipline and death penalties. Siberian regiments reportedly abandoned Riga front, fearing German forces. He warns that Calicia and Hukowina losses imperil lines as the army regroups for renewed effort.
Moscow April reports that a presidential message stirred Russia, prompting mixed reactions from officials and citizens amid power and security concerns. The piece describes government figures praising the address while noting disruptions and wartime rhetoric across cities, including references to soldiers and industrial impacts.
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Aug 24 report from Washington on a wartime council chaired by Frank A Vanderip, head of the National CU link, traveling to New York for a ceremony linked to Allied war work. They discuss efforts to rake BLAM and mobilize resources for the medal ceremony and related tasks.
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