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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1918
Page
1
A German power struggle unfolds as the workers and soldiers councils gain authority under Chancellor Ebert. Reports say troops mass in Berlin amid police restrictions while unions seek arrests of radical leaders. Dispatches note rising fear in Amsterdam and Munich with arms and munition movements and shifting alliances.
Two new flu cases are reported today and placed in quarantine, bringing the total to twelve. The notices list addresses including Weeley S44 Clip Street, Co OG Breach, 207 W Court as quarantine sites in a municipal health alert.
Malabon camp of Spanish War veterans favors constructing a memorial for local veterans in Umatilla County. Officers elected include Commander Louis Topnie and Aide McAllister, with a plan to establish a home or memorial site. In the same issue, Houston Thompson of Colorado is named as a candidate for the federal trade commission.
Rome dispatch reports President Wilson will arrive in Rome on December 22 at 11 in the morning and meet King Emmanuel and the pope during a three day visit. The Italian capital and Piedmont region officials plan honors, including honorary citizenship and a place in the Royal Academy.
Pendleton native Corporal Joseph C. Stephens, son of Mr and Mrs A F Stephens of thin elly, was killed in action October 1 while defending Whitman and Walla Walla. He enlisted in Nie and arrived in France July 30. his immediate relatives are not living. Private Hanah Horn of Pilotheon is listed as guardian in his family.
Washington December 1921 prompt a resolution by Poindexter to investigate the ordnance and quartermaster departments. The note hints at sentiment that delays in production of rifles and shells for the army may have occurred. Poindexter remarked that traitors and spies could have been executed earlier to save lives.
Rerlan Dec 11 A German American named Matern known here as Merords led a recent attempt to arrest the executive committees of the workers in Oldiors.
Washington December 11. More than 36,000 Armenians have been covered in renewed influences or evacuating Turkish soldiers, diplomatic advisers today stated.
C K Cranston W N Matloee Frank Salling were chosen to represent the Umatilla County Fish and Game Club at the union of sportsmen in Portland. Delegates will attend a convention and discuss state needs, with copper coin recommendations to be made, and funds to be raised for preservation duties.
A garbled London front page discusses support for the United States sea program and Britain’s stance on wartime aid. It mentions fear of blockade disruption and the need for continued Allied coordination, emphasizing political tension and strategic pressure between Britain and the United States.
A battered transport scene unfolds as sleet storms strike. Vessels from Liverhont and Ascanton arrive amid chaotic conditions. Approximately 2900 men and 24 officers are affected as crews endure severe weather and early reports note damaged trains and disrupted movement.
An incoherent report from Amsterdam notes Germary teetering toward bankruptcy as its government faces tax and indemnity pressures. With production stalling and external demands rising, creditors warn that failure to improve may render Geritians unable to fund essential imports and settle debts. A speculative forecast suggests weeks of instability unless policy shifts occur.
An unclear report from Amsterdam and London notes no statement before a trial, with references to a German government stance and the occupation context. It mentions Wilhelm seeking permission to move large quantities of furniture from The Hague as part of wartime activities.
Belgium seeks portions of Leanborg lost in 1839 and demands Holland permit control of the Benghlti region. The article notes Anglo-Greek tensions and a Greek detachments arrival, with references to Belgian and Dutch claims amid regional volatility.
In Spokane Washington residents gathered in anger after the sheriff confiscated alcohol items. The crowd demanded return of liquor, with some language suggesting recall or direct action. Officials indicated the matter involved the liquor control department and a potential legal process.
Fragmented text from an Allied occupation era article discusses Russia unification efforts and armistice diplomacy. Mentions Britain, France, and Allied positions on treaties, with references to Armenia and European powers. Contains garbled OCR phrases and scattered proper nouns, hindering precise reconstruction of events or dates.
London reports British forces enter Cologne as the final Rhine bridgehead under armistice terms. French troops reached Mainz and Americans arrived at Coblenz while allied forces hold most of the west Rhine bank. Correspondent notes ongoing talks on crossing the Rhine with American and German officers present.
A Ukiah boy reports witnessing the surrender from the flagship as German fleet surrenders in foreign waters. The event centers on the Aphieria air fleet and its commander, amid a dramatic naval moment.
M. 1 Ces min, secretary of the Mairore Servier Lewne, announced Harris, a wealthy Witt resident, will seek the fall election for the district. The candidate, described as well known, aims to represent the city in the upcoming contest.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions units and agencies in a loyalty drive with names like United War Work, Higiense Phasied, and MITTEE, plus references to organizations and service groups. Details are garbled. main facts and entities are unreadable.
Boston greets the first ship from overseas as HoRton sails in amid loud whistles and cheering. The Cenapte arrives bearing generals and troops, marking a notable moment in foreign dispatches and military logistics.
A French official stated France fully agrees with President Wilson's principles. The official expressed eagerness for Wilson's arrival and affirmed France's commitment to democracy as advocated by Clemenceau and Wilson. The remark touched on German accountability and reparations, signaling unity with American aims.
A deal closed yesterday in which HL Henson for Simdard Ob Company purchased Frasier property in Block 110, enabling Standard Oil to enlarge its plant. Work will begin soon. Corn crop for 1998 estimated at about 2,500,000 Dele te, down 1,000,000 from prior.
The Knight of Pythias Grand Lodge of Oregon held its 27th annual convention in Pendleton. Officials elected for the coming term included Chad Wheelie Jane of Aner and A Hurles of Wall among others, with welcome remarks by Mayor Maker Jones.
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