President Wilson Speaks on Peace and League in Paris
Paris dispatch reports President Wilson arriving to rousing ovations as he outlines postwar goals. He advocates a league of nations, freedom of seas, and a square deal for all peoples, insisting Germany must pay for its crimes and claims be determined with possible payment methods.
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Robert W. Rendet
United Press
Paris
Der
Preslin
Willson
Omalaine
League of Nations
Germany
New World
America
First Address On Foreign Soil Paves Way For Victory
Paris luncheon speech by President Wilson in the Palais d Elysee asserts peace conference must build on eternal principles of right and justice not merely win the war. He links Anglo French unity to future happiness and warns against baseless triumph without punishment for aggression.
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Paris
Wilson
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Germany
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Potocare
Palais 10
Elypse
Sirnough
France
United States
Royitebon
Prance
Madame Polecare
Pendleton drive fundraiser alleged irregularities raise questions
A garbled note from Pendleton references Fal Nelson refusing to contribute to a war work fund and mentions a controversial item listed by the organization. The fragment cites Umatilla County and a local service league but lacks clear details or names to fully identify parties or actions.
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Fal Nelson
Pendleton
Cantral Lovarty
Meitter “Umatilla Co
Pateede
Lengnue
Lieutenant Steiner Safe at End of War
A letter received by Mrs. Fred Steiner from her husband Lieutenant Fred Steiner confirms he is safe as the war ends. He served as a battery commander and wrote the day the armistice was discussed, expressing that he fought well and was uninjured.
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Steiner
Mre
Fred Steiner
Mendleton
Inland Empire Shippers Seek Lower Tidewater Rates
Pendleton hosts a Inland Empire Shippers League meeting at the Commercial Club to press the Interstate Commerce Commission for lower tidewater rates. Delegates from shipping firms and local landowners push a rate review to aid Umatilla County and Dr. J. Smith, a local landowner, in the move.
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Inland Empire Shippers League
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Inter
Condighom
Thenefic
Umatinla
J. Smith
Navy
Umimetiihi
Meetin Maretali Tan
Merthind
Cireiten Joiurnunl
Kaiser Had Little Pull Says Prince Kaiser Had Little Pull
An interview from AMETeerDAM reports Kaiser Wilheim denying influence over military decisions. Officials claim Frenormelly trusted other leaders while threats to attack persisted. The piece notes tension with Ludendorff and possible strategic shifts during a fourth assault.
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Ameteerdam
Wilheim
Kniwer
Pilitian
Frenormelly
Fortier Enien
Arden
Torkion
Katner
Ludendorth Thriatenad
Huns Importune British Civilians
British civilians face pleas from German forces, as a written document handed to a German prisoner appeals for British interference on behalf of Germany. The message claims the British are masters of their own past, urging clemency and not to blame Germany for past rulers.
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Hull
Eve Tien Priser
Tuhlchen
Germins
Germany
George Washington Returns AP Onces Brest We The Gores
Ambiguous OCR note mentions George Washington and Brest with garbled lines. It references return to America and members of the crowd expected to reach their homes. No clear dates, places, organizations, or outcomes are readable.
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Brest
Washington
Amerley
Craw
Ty Chrisner
June and July Hardest Months for Americans Says Young War Veteran
A wounded American veteran recalls the severe battles after France service. He notes June and July as the hardest months, recounting shell fire, hospital stays, and the Allied push driving German forces back. He describes grim frontline conditions, American casualties, and a wartime hospital scene with wounded soldiers everywhere.
Armistice Extended to January 17 Reported
Copenhagen dispatch from December 14 states the allied armistice may be extended to January 17 with General Foch presiding in Treves. The armistice commission reserves rights on a nearby neutral bank area and outlines conditions, including a substantial troop and space allocation and the possibility of further extension.
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Highis
Copenhagen
Coleman
Grien
Germany
No confirmation of death report from Pendleton trooper
News from the Portland Telegram dated November 2 states no confirmation of Captain Lee Caldwell’s death. The letter recounts October 28 communications from Lt. Daniel and notes word of Lt. Peatody’s death, both linked to the Rainbow Division’s headquarters troop. Funeral notice for David Ogilvy, formerly of Pilot Rock, Mabton, Washington, set for tomorrow at Pilot Rock.
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Lee Caldwell
Pendleton
Rainbow Division
Portland
Daniel
United States
Arthur Hatton
Caldwell
Puniel
Detter
Pen
Meton
Ulae
Lacavtenant Peatody
Washington
Avid Ogilvy
Pilot Reek
Ennity
Mabton
Unconfirmed report on Foliz reduction at Washington
Washington, Pee 14. Marsh officially declared that nothing has been modified to the war department. Brigadier General Forte and the Ninety Ninth Division have been moved to watch over forces. The department confirms no reduction in the force and maintains standard staffing.
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Washington
Pee
Marsh
War Department
Dwtanine
Forte
Danny Lewis
Ted
Weather forecast fragment with unclear data
The readable portion shows a weather forecast style note with temperatures in the mid forties and mentions of precipitation. The legible values include a 44 degree line and a 47 degree line, suggesting a mild range with potential rain or hail indicated by scattered terms.
Countywide Demonstration to Honor Fighting Men
The executive committee of the Counts Matelore Renee League plans a countywide demonstration to honor returning servicemen. A large turnout is expected as residents prepare to celebrate veterans and fallen heroes across the county.
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Renee Leauge
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Sartou
County Officials Favor New Tax to Aid Highway Work
County officials meeting in Umatilla County push a new tax to fund highway improvements. Proposals include a 2 percent increase in gasoline tax and a tax on motorists, plus mortgage and deed tax reforms. Also urged are higher real estate taxes at paving times and improved school supervision. pensions and salaries for county officials are eyed.
Sole Others Report Ont Period Resignation
Ontario dispatch notes that American Secretary Solf has resigned. In Basel the government announces a request to resume work. Berlin reports the national assembly to be elected January 16 with plans to impress Wilson about Germany’s new character.
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Wilson
New Germany
Germany asks speed due to famine request to Swiss aid
In Washington on February 14 the German government urged rapid action on shipments through Swiss channels to relieve famine in Germany. The Swiss government forwarded the inquiry to the U S State Department seeking prompt guidance on place and date of consignments.
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Germany
Washington
Throuah
State Department
Six New Gases Quarantine Updates and Readings
Six new gases and six quarantines removed are noted alongside reports of six new Mu cases and six released from quarantine. The text lists several names and addresses connected to quarantine rules and enforcement, totaling 24 checkpoints and locations.
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J. Millurn
Dear Warnstrom
Clarfield
Purnell
du Calvin
Boynton
B. Court
James Sullivan
Tustin
E. M. Ackerman
Webb
Turner
Alta
Wesley Trown
Ialor
Javier Mannen
Mocully
Aura
Waiter
Perkins
Nola
Borgess Honoured Portlant Dinger Elected Vice President
Tarr cee was this afternoon elected vice president and director of the Onegron Chamber of nner.
Oregon State Chamber of Commerce Formed
Portland reports the formation of the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce with representatives from the local chamber attending sessions in the city. The organization aims to foster development prospects and coordinate regional business efforts across the state.
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Oregon State Chamber of Commerce
Portland
Uiregoo Chamber
Com Merce
Rnthiiawanic Coor
Ews
Chega Chambot Af Coriwer
Chopin
Yanks Occupy Ehren Fort Across the Rhine
In a World War II era report datelined Berlin, American forces crossed the Rhine and occupied Ehren after breaking through German lines. The advance pushed German guards back as Allied supply stores and positions were seized, signaling a significant push toward the heartland.
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Eollerie Senet Berlin
Owe Ferrin
Ehren
Wilson Arrives in Paris Amid Grand Demonstra tions
President Wilson and Mrs Wilson arrive in Paris to a vast welcome. Crowds along the railway approach and at the station cheer as Clemenceau and Poincare greet them. French officials and doughboys fill the scene, with a spectacle framed by banners, flags, and marching troops.
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Fred Ferguson
Presa
Paris
Wilson
Prince Moret’s
Poincare
Wilsom
Res Et Dent
Rei
Wilcom
Con
Steamer Sinks In San Francisco Harbor
A steamer sank in San Francisco Harbor after a collision with another vessel. Rescue operations were underway as harbor authorities investigated the cause and assessed damage to nearby piers and ships.
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San Francisco
Christmas Roll Call Drive Opens Monday
The program launches Monday with a push to gather donations and support. Officials urge community members to bring their contributions and participate in the effort while describing ongoing advance work as promising progress for the project.
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