Reports That Foe Is Waning Are Absurd
London dispatch 1917 reports deny German collapse rumors. Lloyd George warns against overconfidence as Cambrai backfire slows British offensive. Observers say hydrogen of enemy strength and American reinforcements alter strategic balance, though public perception shifts toward German resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
le Keen
London
United Premws
Lloyd George
Cambrai
Halige
Bynes
Mindenhuve
Heald
Hindenberg
Dyng
Dandelions Bloom Here in December in Pendleton
A local note jokes that unseasonal warmth might attract winter tourists from California by sending folders praising December blooming dandelions. It playfully exaggerates the scene at the Brushand home where a single lawn offers vivid blossoms and a fragrance, hoping to lure visitors or at least deter residents from moving abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
Commercial
California
Brushand
Local physicians may join army service in Pendleton
Several physicians from the area may enter military service as enlistment drives are organized. Drs. Penton and Moran from the Pendleton Medical Reserve visit, meeting doctors and families at the library to discuss the need to recruit more physicians locally. The state medical association supports enlistment and ongoing examinations continue as officers plan departures to La Grande.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umoatilin Enunty
Qt Kalpt A
Penton
Binet Theuterant Ker PD
Moran
Pendinton Mines
Tooy Reayit
Pevernt
Dixtiet
Apa
Reeve
Elwil
Meran
America Urges Speed in War Work as Victory Aim
Secretary Baker and other officials call for solemn mobilization to intensify war production. They warn of German advances and urge the nation to concentrate effort, dedicate itself to victory, and accelerate labor and industry to support military needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Sec. Baker
Washington
Inventor Promotes Barley Flour For Hot Cakes
William Itobbin of Warren, owner of a flour mill, proposes barley flour as a nutritious substitute for hot cakes and gem. He showcases a plan for barley flour production and markets it as light and sweeter than ordinary flour, claiming strong benefits for Hoover Hoovertze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Itobbin
Warren
Hin mi
Died at IRS H M Warren and Elmer Baer die in same period
H M Warren died at his home in Wyre and Elmer Baer died at 6 PM last night. Warren, a long time resident, leaves a wife and two children. Funeral at the Lutheran Church tomorrow at 2 PM with arrangements by J T Brown and others. Baer, wife of Viner En Tiker Thorpe operator, died at the family home in Wilkes. Details note end of illness and funeral plans. two children noted. Family origin traced from Tit Rel to PA. Funeral scheduled for Monday. Western havens provide services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Warren
Warren
J.T. Vrewn
Deh Floiloy
Chate
Attorn
Baer
Viner En Tiker
Thorpe
Enat
Cie Dude
Hat City
Mane
Loolle
Questionnaires Sent Out Today in Tax Exemption Inquiry
The document outlines questionnaires issued to assess exemption eligibility with a five percent rate, noting that certain groups will be excluded from exemptions. It mentions a 120 cent dig bit and references periods over several years, with open inquiries and impending deadlines for responses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolley
Lowell
Death of Sam P Purdy in Medford
The obituary notes the death of Sam P Purdy at his Medford home after living in the area for years. It mentions Tugtom Spring as his former property, lists surviving wife and four children, and references his siblings and in law relations. The report records funeral details and burial at Ville Mavonie cemetery with kin attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam P. Purdy
Medford
Wilwoe
Umeatiita Minty Frommer
Die Hone
Medfora
Tena
Tonebal Wolls
Diche Ville Mavonie
Potds
Tugtom Spring
Miesen
Henry Koenke
Nellie Walden
Purdy
Lind Stuyéin
Mary Marth
Charles HW
Marah
George
Hartisen
Local mentions of figures travel and visits across towns
A jumbled report notes Harn and Nolin fate overnight while H It and Hil move between Athena and Portland. Tim Murphy travels for KF. Ayers visits Athena for a few days. Manafinit arrives from Athena. Giheun and TM in front Welrhei at Pilon Took. Kimball and Lee Brown attend Bowhown Laat Niet event in Hollianity. Taylor, brother of Sherriff Paylin, seen in Asin towne. Monrow returns from a farm trip into Mritieh Volimotia, with bars observed near Janda Mredaenes Wetehangtoson.
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A.J
Harn
Nolin
Athena
Tim Murphy
Portland
T. Ayers
Cama
Titan Bat Aereiines
Mere
Giheun
Welrhei
Pilon
Harry Straw
Termiston Vines
Kimball
Lee Brown
Taylor
Aherift Paylin
Tet
Monrow
Portia cdl
Renin Weerteifter
Burglar Loiters in Captain Rice’s Home After Break-In
A burglar was found in Captain L. G. Rice’s Madison and Washington street home. He had searched rooms, taken items, and pretended to be at home before fleeing toward Kotana. Mrs. Rice and a child were unharmed though belongings were disturbed and a wallet was missing. The incident occurred while Captain Rice was away at Camp Lowe.
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Thalome Laphehir
Joven
Mire
Lyman B Ries
Madison and
Weshlteton
Sire
Rice
Atjorivan
Rice Jr
Kotana
Tite
Victor Stang Heads Manual Training Department
Victor Stang of Spokane was elected to lead the manual training department. Philip Parcher and Paul Amort were mentioned in connection with the department, with other scattered references to appointments and officers training. The text is garbled but centers on staffing changes in the manual training area.
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Victor Stang
Spokane
Philip Parcher
Paul Amort
Ennet
Eriduare
Stout
FAO
Paul Aner
Eolaps
Stats
D A R Chapter Formed Here In Minatitia County
A local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter is formed with officers named and an inaugural meeting planned. The article lists members and organizers including women in Minatitia County and nearby areas, detailing conferred titles and positions within the new chapter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uehe
Minatitia
Marearel
Annie Oream
Mere Sichard
Maer
Barty
Mr Mar
Ate
Apa J
Pep
Atre
Ania
Abi
Linacre
Aredwrtey
Ted
Malabon Auxiliary Formed Last Night
Malabon Spanish War Veterans group established with election of officers and induction of members. Katherine Walker of Mortland named state organizer. officers, chaplain, historian, and trustees listed. Meeting set to assist front-line troops as drive proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malabon
Tire Corps
Katherine Walker
Mortland
Helix Woman Mourns Brother Killed in Action
A Helix woman commemorates her brother who died in action. The notice mentions family grief and honors his service, with references to local figures and a community response in a vintage newspaper style.
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HELIX
Delinquency in delivery strains US supplies
Washington reports a military inquiry finds 48 percent delinquency in clothing shoes and blankets contracts. Contractors and railroads are blamed for delays while the Quartermasters department says adequate supplies exist and future deliveries are assured. Over twenty million pairs of socks have been contracted for the army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Padeu
Smaal
Griny Quartermasters Department
Red Cross Membership Drive Offers County Aid
In Umatilla County adults may join the Red Cross with county leaders funding dues for those with valid excuses. A group of business men will cover the fees for any grown person lacking funds, with soliciting committees reporting valid reasons and maintaining accountability. The drive targets about 2000 names in Pendleton and 7500 countywide, with Dr. W Do Mt leading and educational circulars reaching every home today.
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Umatilla County
The
Sted Croin
Fileton Tieiness
Mercure 2000
Pendiétgin
W. Do
Meatless Day Opposition Decried by Hoover Telegram
Federal Food Administrator Hoover condemns meatless and Wheatless Day protests as unpatriotic. He cites statements from Armour & Co and state livestock groups accusing supporters of price manipulation and wartime sacrifice, urging Americans to fulfill their duties and conserve food for Allied needs this December.
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New York
Hoover
Arthur Nh
Avestock
Arthur Meeker
Armour & Co
Chicago
Oellien
Armerican UK
Haive
Betcherm
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H. M. Warren
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U. S
Jacob Jones
Sears
Royer Jacob Jones
Jones
Torpedoe
Wok
Délbeyten
Barbie
Joerpline Dantely
Smirelary
Navy
L. G. Rice
D. A. R. Chapter
Chemen
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Mre Mf
Il. Biter
Enine
Airs
Neamith Ankers Jimson View
Mra
Ti Sotmans Chaplaty
Dean Shull
Canduetea
Sitvik
J As Snow
Gitar
Mir
Maerint
Warn
Janefithe Inatroetor
John Kearnes
Afr
George A. Vartman
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Rover
Trenaucer
Harr
Smelabon
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Peter Breteng
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RED Cross
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