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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1917
Page
4
A reader in the city is urged to note upcoming postal rate changes described as an advance notice. The announcement mentions new pricing for weekly mail deliveries and carrier schedules, with emphasis on monthly billing and altered service terms. The notice lists delivery options and deadlines for the transition.
Fragmentary lines mention Trish and Edward J O'Brien with hints of family names and whistles. The text reads like a poem fragment with recurring name Trish and references to morning noon and evening. No clear event or news item is discernible.
The Washington state commissioner of agriculture reports to the federal trade commission that western cattlemen may be harmed in leather marketing. He claims eastern leather prices are high while western warehouses hold unsold hides, with prices at a five year low. If true, this prompts federal action. consumers and merchants may pay higher shoe prices amid perceived scarcity. The issue suggests possible profiteering and calls for national investigation.
A fragmentary line argues that power and prosperity will falter if monopoly forces drain vitality. It emphasizes the danger of concentrated control and the need to protect struggling groups from exploitative practices. The brief note hints at broader policy concerns without detailing specific actors.
The piece argues sugar shortages drive war effort must be shared. Hoover cites conflicts and voluntary wartime service, noting cheaper sugar due to diversions from Cuba to Europe. It warns that continuing high per‑capita sugar consumption harms national troops and urges reducing domestic sugar use to win the war. It also touches Jane Addams’ internationalism and pacifist views in a broader postwar context.
The piece notes eastern papers worry that prohibition will leave people with more money for food and clothing after saloons exit. It praises McAdoo’s energetic rail tasking and contrasts eastern Depression fears with northwestern springtime ease, ending with resolve to defeat the Kaiser.
Real estate transfer notes show heel Jack Keele and T Hine as grantees with parcel details in township 2 north range F and section 5 near 1400 pounds. The entry references SW Ted and a 5th district area with township 5 south range 23, indicating a recorded conveyance and location specifics.
The report notes a shift in fighting with new French cavalry entering the war after a three year gap. German Uhlans had previously seen extensive cavalry use, and observers predict more mounted action as battles continue.
A sequence of property conveyances includes Oo El Bersman to Anna Mc Nabhan Lot i-2 b i block 2 Hermiston. Alina Myrick to Alta Ficoll $55 in Wivermore Add and other deeds. Karl J Tulloch to Bergh Titoeh $1 Lot 7 2 Tilak 5 in Pendleton. Ida Kanirath et al to Joseph & Holmes $1 Lot 1 2 V4 72 section M4 tiewashly 7 north range 32. Moers Investment Co to M.S. Wine Uer $20 block 26 Havel addition Pendleton.
A fragmented eyewitness account from a Grand Fleet night exercise describes sailors at gun stations, the silent wardroom, and the tense approach of a German threat. The piece highlights the precision, discipline, and danger of naval gunnery as shells, searchlights, and triggers shape the action aboard ship.
A fairy story titled Fun With the Fullow by EL Geraldine Berthelay has drawn strong praise after weeks on the market. Born in Pendleton and raised in Jefferton county, Berthelay recounts the adventures of Fairy and Jehons with their fairy friends and a Santa Claus escort in a wholesome tale for children.
Prisoners report they were tricked and overpowered by American troops in France. Letters from Kaleer's Army describe captives saying German forces invaded the United States and were defeated, with details of surrender and transport to captivity.
Soldiers in Uniform of the American army and allied forces attempted a ruse to mislead German forces. The tactic involved loud signals and feigned activity to simulate authentic U.S. army operations as part of broader deception efforts.
A garbled report mentions an American Smith from St Louis and an apparent railway communication matter in Kereta. It notes a recent arrest at Tehita Silatla and subsequent release after a period of detention related to erosion and a reach to an Assherton area command.
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