19 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1917
Page
1
In Portland December 14 the state drive shows 11 260 total, with Portland at 8110 and statewide 3 189. Umatilla County reports 4000 members, 63 percent of its 7600 quota. Coos County 2800, 35 percent. Outside Portland the state average is 16 percent as rain slows efforts.
A telegram from C UC Chapman shows Umatilla County leading Oregon with 24 percent of its quota in a state drive. Pendleton reported about half the 100 quota, while Helix led with 202 percent of its goal of 200. Pilot Rock and Stanfield also exceeded quotas as campaigns expand to Holdmay and the Columbia, with many committees reporting strong participation despite rain.
BRACKAMESN'TO Dec. 19 Federal marshal detailed pursuit of the dynamiting of the governor mansion at the dawn of a terror wave. Enemy agents planned further strikes across California. Arrests expected within 26 hours. California had been free of terrorism until now.
A fragmented report from Chicago describes a minds drive rally aimed at exerting control over the legislature. The event gathers participants and calls for decisive action.
Partial text reports a congressional naval investigation into submarine chasers. It mentions Washington and a congressman Britten and references conduct or construction issues amid unclear phrases. The item presents a fragmented early stage of a probe with military officials involved.
In Petrograd a report from Odessa says Bolshevik guards and Ukrainian forces fight in city streets while the Bolsheviks threaten to declare war if Ukrainian aid to the Cossack rebellion continues. Ukrainian machine guns target Bolshevik headquarters. Communication halts as Bolsheviks push toward Kiev and Cossacks strike.
Secretary of War Hakeraid announced no general furlough for soldiers at Christmas, arguing most cannot travel home and it would disrupt training and harm war readiness. Transportation constraints and rail capacity would prevent moving large numbers without risking delays to active forces.
Pred A. McCarl from the Voting Men's Christian war work council announces from national headquarters that three new V buildings and two large gymnasiums will be erected and the present V buildings enlarged at Camp Lewis. The plan aims to support war work activities and troop facilities.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a Black person struck fatally hurt near a mile Benson area. Suspects described as four perpetrators escaped after theft involving 21,000 currency. Text is garbled and incomplete. no clear names, dates, or locations fully readable.
Officials forecast next year will bring record crops with winter wheat acreage exceeding 42,000,000 acres, a four percent rise from last year, and rye production over 1.6 million bushels, reflecting strong increases across grain areas.
Notes list social items and personal notices for Pendleton, with social happenings and local interests across the community pages.
Washington reports a separate peace between Germany and Russia is described as inevitable, with only a miracle able to prevent an overall calamity. The briefing notes warn that such a split could undermine Allied aims and reshape the postwar balance.
A Senate Military Committee inquiry explores creating a military department to coordinate munitions and ordnance. Discussions focus on removing delays in artillery and ordnance supply through a centralized department, with lawmakers weighing potential benefits and hurdles.
The Cologne Gazette reports a Dutch dispatch that Austria-Hungary moves toward complete separation of Hungary from Austria. The governments plan to ease the bond of unity among the two parts and leave the emperor to oversee the division.
Portland dispatch reports the Willamette River at flood stage after heavy rains. The river rose to about 46 feet, prompting hurried movement of freight from lower decks and disruption of shipments of livestock to Tac and Seattle due to rising waters and high river levels.
Reported statements from political leaders hint at quick passage of a national prohibition bill. Analysts expect swift action as support coalesces in key states amid rising anti alcohol sentiment and legislative momentum.
Pacific port dispatch reports a tugboat began a voyage when a federal agency sought to place bolt heads in its engine cylinders. An alien enemy was blamed but the vessel was requisitioned by the government.
Central powers socialist leaders in Stockholm voiced opposition to a separate peace with Russia. They warned such a move could boost military prestige, empower hardliners, and hinder democracy. War speakers and Hungarian troops demanded a general socialist conference in Stockholm to block the plan, with outreach to Henderson and other European socialist leaders.
A brief note highlights young Johnson family members supporting the war effort by buying thrift stamps. Bette Jones, 93, and May F Beltz are mentioned as carriers or supporters, while Troop D and John KR are noted as involved. The story shows a child saving funds to purchase thrift stamps and certificates, including a $54 certificate and several 25 cent stamps.
London reports that British defenses shot down one to possibly two of six German aircraft bombing the city. One British plane was downed. ten Canadians were killed and seventy injured.
An address before the senate probes described attempts to deliver rifles to Germany as not interesting to the War Department. A Remington official said rifle deliveries were delayed several costs and that notices would be called upon heavily.
Italian announcer stated over 500 Malians were gathered in a storming moment as Asiana units pressed north and Monte-Aselone positions to the fort and northeast of there.
Fragments describe a historical event related to California state fair coverage with references to parties and speakers. The readable text mentions Cher Chin and Amps Toryo and a general description of speakers and exhibits.
The article reports the appointment of Charles A. Pies as federal manager of the Energy Feet Corporation, following a resignation by Rear Admiral darelli after a dispute. It mentions Cha le Hache and Korie rant bow er in unclear text, with no precise dates.
Market notes show rye and oats trading at records with a strong bid near ten dollars per ton as buyers push prices higher. Supplies and demand factors across the region point to continued volatility in grain futures.
Letters seized in New York tied China to a proposed Hindu revolt in a covert bid with Germany. Bertie’s agent for Hindu affairs proposed a secret treaty through Li Yuan Hung to encourage Hindu rebels and smuggle arms, with China aiding covertly if attacked by a rival power.
A Nevada mining operator, a Chicago millinery dealer, a Los Angeles man and an Army officer raised 1230 for the Atlantic Coast Military Relief Division of the Red Cross after the Century Limited arrived thirteen hours late. Passengers donated refund checks to aid relief efforts as a telegraph linked New York officials to the effort.
Fragmentary text indicates a vessel in distress near Raeitte, possibly titled Gertie ravier, with calls for assistance from authorities and the public. An Austrotian government line mentions raider fears and urging help for the distressed crew.
In Los Angeles on December 19 police recover a murdered informant tied to a Sicilian band blamed for auto thefts. The unnamed man, who worked as a tracker for the group, was killed while assisting police operations. Investigators pursue the trader network across the week.
Washington dispatch reports that Secretary Baker announced new orders implementing Surgeon General Gorgas's recommendations to improve army camp health. The moves include a tent for every five men, observation camps, hospital plumbing, and expedited issuance of heavy clothing. Congress probes persist over camp conditions and hospital incompleteness.
Pendleton launches a drive for Armenian and Syrian relief funds replying to Red Cross T M C A and Liberty Loan requests. Committees report strong early giving with over half of 2500 pledged by last night, many donors contacting the office or dropping checks. Masonic lodge offers 10 a month for two months as part of broader local support while organizers plan to complete the drive by week’s end.
Chicago December 19 reports Christmas dinners will cost thirty five percent more than in 1916 with overall food prices up across the board in the month. A typical dinner itemizes inflation affecting all included foods and shows a general thirty to forty percent increase depending on supplies.
Navy reports decoy parties on patrol around Vase Endendale were routed with several prisoners taken. Washington notes ongoing security operations as ships and units guard approaches and monitor activity along the coast and riverine outposts.
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