Pendleton Socials and Weddings Highlight Holiday Notes
Williams departs for Montana after a Pendleton visit. Oliver Perry Leslie marries Miss Hhoda Yezinka Boiorday at the Christian church officiated by Rev. Hubbell, bride in pink bouquet and navy uniform groom. Numerous local residents plan Christmas visits, arrivals from Corvallis and Portland, and many townsfolk attend gatherings and celebrations.
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Oliver Perry Leslie
Mies Hhoda Yezinka
Henry Lasinka
Pendleton High School
Stayton
Oregon
Pendleton
Navy
Thompson Street
National Bank Reserves Reach Record 19.821 Billion
Washington reported the nation’s bank reserves rose to 19 billion 821 million dollars, the highest total on record, according to the controller of the currency.
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Washington
National Banks of America
Local Boys in the Service Information Requested
Readers are asked to share details about local young men serving in the armed forces. Notices seek names addresses and units to update community records and honor service members.
Back From The Front Harold Writes Home From France
Harold Willtambon and Walter Goom, soldiers in Franen, report being back from the front by November 21. The letter describes clothing, waiting to return, and a Christmas wish. Harold asks a friend to say hello and signs off with holiday wishes.
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Franen
Harold Wilhunteen
Mattes BK A
Through the War: Letter From Walter H. Goem
A wartime letter from Walter H. Goem, 148 F. A E Bat, describes marching through a tough campaign, lacking a holt in his armor, and staying upbeat. He notes Higrecawet Dut southeast of Verdin, clean weapons and tractors, and longing for home while awaiting another convoy. He mentions friends Jeff Morrow and a desire for a new helmet and chocolate comforts.
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Higrecawet
Verdin
Hutetteow
M. Co. A
Jeff Morrow
Koetar
Daddy
Walter HH. Goom
Lievallen recalls Argonne battle in letter home
Captain Lievallen, a physician with American forces in France, writes to his father recounting the Argonne drive as the war’s bravest moment. He laments losses, notes he expects to return home on sick leave by late January or February, and praises American troops’ bravery and sacrifices. He mentions fellow officers and medical staff among those injured or killed.
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Pred Lievaller
France
J.T. Lievallen
Adeams
Cape Tin Lieualien
Gost
Pebroary
Americina
Liewnilen
Webeter
Cilanard
Argonne
Loeuatlon Spittin
Mente Care Lay Bice
Tie Judge Admonishes Jury in Unclear Trial
Uncertain fragments describe a court scene with a judge directing a jury and a defendant possibly agreeing to a payment. The text is garbled but suggests a formal legal proceeding and a negotiated settlement or payment. Names, dates, or locations are not discernible.
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Golden West Butter Ad Urges Local Purchases
A farm era advertisement urges neighbors to buy Golden West Creamery butter. It touts superior, pasteurized local product and asks readers to request Golden West at their grocer, promising mutual satisfaction and exclusive use.
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Golden West
Golden West Creamery
Red Cross Fills Wounded Boy’s Socks Over Cots in France
Washington December 3 There is to be holiday cheer over every cot in France as Red Cross volunteers prepare stockings to brighten wounded American soldiers. Nurses and patients will be entertained by performers and gifts of fruit confections and candles. Children from France will visit hospitals on Christmas to honor the fallen and support the Allied cause.
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France
Washington
Mae
N. C. Thottrd
Spain
Grip
Hippocrates
Colin
Antares
Vick
Evidenes
Belgians in England to Return Home Near London
Reports say about 150,000 Belgian refugees in England, mostly in Greater London, will be repatriated to Belgium. The move involves coordinating with the Interior and railway authorities to facilitate departures and ensure safe return for the refugees and their families.
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England
London
Helgian refugees and their return to England and Belgium
The text describes Helgian refugees in England and Belgium, their families, and the hard choices they face. It notes Helgian parents guiding their children through courts and doctors, while many children seek homes in England. Prices and distress during displacement are hinted at, with families hoping to return home.
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England
Enelon
Termigna
Knitting: a wartime craft and moral aid
Fragmentary note reflects knitting valued by Red Cross workers amid wartime rationing. Mentions cold beds, velvet and gold trim, and a call to learn prudence. Reid named as a figure connected to the era’s moral framing.
Use of Vicks VapoRub for Spanish influenza
An article describes applying Vicks VapoRub to treat Spanish influenza. It claims the rub is absorbed through the skin and stimulates surface blood flow to aid congestion relief.
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VICK
Warned Measures for Influenza and Care in Bed
A historical public health notice discusses influenza dangers and remedies. It urges calling a physician, staying in bed, and avoiding panic. It describes symptoms, dangers from complications, and emphasizes rest and external relief measures such as Vicks Vaporub and steam inhalation. It notes the disease’s low fatality but warns against pneumonia and bronchitis as complications.
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