12 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
1
The Prussian Guard, returning to Berlin, reportedly pledged allegiance to Chancellor Ebert’s government. A large unit of German troops welcomed the alignment, seen as a safeguard against Bolshevik influence.
David Ogilvy formerly of Pilot Rock dies at his Mabton Washington home at age 40 after an illness. He was brother of Helen Bolin and Walter Ogilvy and survived by several relatives. The report notes his parents were Charion and Min Ogilvy murdered near Pilot Rock. Burial plans moved to Pilot Rock.
Paik Dec 12 reports peace machinery forms around President Wilson influence. Newspapers from all affiliations predict his impact will be enormous, with conferences and foreign leaders anticipated to align on aims. Editorials note unity amid frictionless cooperation among Washington London Rome and Paris for a swift peace.
Clell Brown is expected to arrive home at ten tomorrow as a graveling plan proceeds on 70 miles of road in Umatilla County. A demonstration on appropriations and a North American train arrival at Portileelon are noted, with a call for public welcome and stock sale at local premises.
Sheldon Ulrich, Pendleton High School graduate, killed in action in France. Age fifteen, survived by his father Frank Ulrich and mother, siblings, and two aunts. He was active in school affairs, a Methodist church member, and joined the military after graduation. He and a friend were wounded in France and died near the front line. telegrams confirm the loss.
As Georges Washington be ships the president Wilven and his party near the coast they are 600 miles from port when reported by wire at midnight. Weather delays arrival for Friday afternoon as crews brace for celebratory events with French officials welcoming the party. A large delegation, military honors, and a formal welcome are planned in Paris, with US warships and planes coordinating the arrival.
Berlin dispatch reports mass starvation and wartime deprivation force thousands of women into factory work and direct appeal to the Spartacus movement. Authorities estimate about 200000 illegitimate children in the country as war and supply shortages devastate households and push women toward extreme measures for survival.
Washington dispatch reports Carl B. Groat states Germany should bear indemnities but not the entire Allied war debt. Officials say Britain seeks full punishment. Wilson's principle may guide conference. Groat notes Germany to endure years of work, lower living, and continued burden for the Allies.
Dec 12 reports from Cologne and Washington state Allied occupation of Berlin is not contemplated. Officials deny plans to move troops into Germany and warn any such action would require broad support and substantial manpower.
The Central Loyalty Committee of the Trade County Patriotic Service announces that A A Cole of Endicton and Bigby 2aprie Yee Millet contributed to the United War Fund. Warrieeobscribing $169 and Cole $970 were noted on Wednesday December Pith. The committee notes misunderstandings of fund needs and confirms the individuals will serve in national service roles.
Fragmentary OCR text from a local notice references a Central Doalty Committee in Umatilla County Oregon and mentions war funds, operations, and a drive. Contents are garbled, with names and dates not readable, but imply a community effort or fundraiser associated with wartime financing.
Nine new cases under quarantine are reported today with a total of 2P in the city. Names listed include J. A. Morton, I. McGunigatl, H. W. Colllga, Martha Washington, and others. The report notes affected districts and a transport unit with 1636 men.
A local irrigation education event is set for Stanfield on December 1 under county bureaus and the agriculture department. The program covers drainage, irrigation methods, water handling, and includes speakers from the extension service and university.
Fragmentary diary style notes describe Don Robinson sailing amid a voyage with flying fishes, detailing family mentions, port calls, and travel stops. The text references Mice 2, P, Rab Feammadh, and various deck scenes, with a focus on departures and meals.
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