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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows postal matter at Pondic ts Oregon, second class mail notation and references to Portland News Co and Bureau filing. Text is incomplete and raw, with scattered fragments of addresses and distribution notes.
A Boston Post editorial lauds the selective service act as fair and just for all men of military age. It argues democracy shows intelligence when citizens support leadership and country above self, noting widespread support and few grounds for criticism. The piece also comments on German retreat, Nogales firing, and fatigue among explorers.
Fragment of a patriotic poem or chant praising American strength readiness and moral aims. Refrains about marching fighting and upholding peace with resolve. Mentions Children of Therry and calls to herald peace for all while ready to wield or sheath the sword for Right.
The article argues that presidential and congressional cooperation, driven by shared political faith, enabled swift wartime laws. It credits White House and Democratic caucus control for harmony, cohesiveness, and rapid policy progress, warning an opposition chamber could have slowed or harmed wartime legislation.
A discussion on public reaction to a draft law extended to all men up to 45 years. The piece analyzes how the average man views compulsory service and the democratic legitimacy of conscription.
The article discusses Me Adoo’s courtesy order for railroad workers under government control. It argues the directive may curb discourtesy, notes no major shift in employee attitude since nationalization, and attributes complaints to independent incentives and partisan aims rather than job security.
A collage of local notes from August 6 1990 includes T J Tweedy and Pilot Rock visitors in the city Max Beer moving goods into a new building for Monday opening rumors about Indian school staffing J K Salling visiting from the mountains rivalry between Milton and Freewater with name change petitions Milton station to Freewater and Freewater post office to North Milton updates on Mr Gillam nearly recovered from illness Henry Barnhart leaving for Spokane Falls to attend the Columbia River Conference of the M B church
REALTY TRANSFERS list several property deeds with names and prices including Werst to Slimontoen for 49650 Lat 3 Block 16 Haley's Addition Pendleton and Wim. FP to Je DD Moora for $1.00 plus NW and SE quarter descriptions. Portland Mausoleum and Olney Abbey A t a a le um are noted with $775 and $2000. Henry J. Hennings to Frank McNalley for $3000 with described blocks. GOOD READING FOR FRITZ CAMP SHERMAN reports officers teaching soldiers brutal combat techniques in training with wartime embellishments noted.
Washington August 23 secretary Stephfield announced the commerce department will protect non essential industries preserving their organization until after the war.
In London this August the new Duke of Northumberland acts as war office spokesman to American reporters. He follows Gen Maurice Hemente, meeting journalists twice weekly, answering all questions, and showcasing a democratic, approachable style. The scene includes a Press room welcome and the duke joining the reporters as a full member of the group.
Providence Aug 2 The government will not prioritize materials for the Billy Sunday tabernacle until supplies are abundant. It is unclear if this will slow the project after about 30000 dollars already set aside. The site sits on land owned by millionaire brewer Hanley.
London date Aug 28 in Hampstead Road butcher Frank Atum contravened the rationing scheme and was fined 250 dollars. He advertised his heroism in a large store notice and asked customers to contribute toward the fine, claiming the cost was offset by the public.
A German submarine was sunk in a running battle with a British tanker named Inez about 300 miles east of Nantucket. The tanker crew, led by its captain, reported sighting the submarine two miles away as the battle unfolded while the Inez arrived from Mexico.
The U S Food Administration asks Americans to limit sugar to two pounds per person per month until January 1 1916. Demand from Allied nations and military needs force tighter rations, with cafes and households urged to halve consumption. Production shortfalls and wartime needs strain supplies, while Allies rely on U S shipments to replace losses from invasions and submarine activity.
Report states two stents from the submersible attacked the British vessel. Neither caused damage as a tank fired about twenty rounds. flames appeared on the port side and the submersible sank within minutes according to the captain and crew.
London reports a uniform shortage was averted by the American Red Cross after buying London stores inventory. They ordered 306 more uniforms needed for American soldiers. Two hundred American and English women worked to produce the uniforms in days.
Private George Plead, an actor famed in America and England now interned in Holland, complains that only non commissions are allowed the few baths at The Hague. Captured in fall 1915, he regrets not having earned a stripe to gain admission to the briny.
Private John Lovell of Narbonne a 19 year old member of the American Expeditionary Forces known as Missouri's youngest successful traveling salesman he died in action in France word received here Lovell won 14 he became a traveling salesman for a bank branch granting home and attaining state fame He enlisted in the army a year ago.
Portland report notes the honorary and weary officials for the Labor Day carnival at Vancouver barracks have been officially gathered. A large body of officials and experts are present to ensure the September 2 events run smoothly and efficiently.
Berlin reports clothing shortages as severe as food. Public eateries cannot use tablecloths. Baby apparel scarce and table linen confiscated for munition workers. Berlin offers a half pound of imported honey to men surrendering cast-off clothing. The state calls for 1,000,000 muita.
Mrs J B Miller of 1709 West Bt relates years of kidney trouble improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. She endorses the medicine's merit and advises buying from any dealer for 60 cents.
Washington reports a labor shortage in war industries as restraint on non war work eases. The Labor Department notes fewer skilled workers and increased transfers to power production, with limited relief from added hiring and new workers.
Adna Ray Chavon and Hilly Southard, from Lebanon, left for Portland to join a Benn Polytechnic program. The report notes attempts to enlist, a 21 year old RS Breet 1, and a local volunteer named Chianion signaling support for the war effort.
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