04 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1919
Page
1
Seattle February 4. Industrial commission hears a statement urging settlement to avert a general strike that would threaten city and water departments. A walkout of up to an all union men planned for Thursday at 10 o clock to end the stalemate.
Work starts on a concrete business building at Court and Garden Streets. Contractor Gg, IL La Dow begins clearing for a one story pebble dash garage to cost 10,000. Permit issued by Recorder Fite Gerald to Cost FR. Pruitt. Uncertain fate of two adjacent structures pending decision.
In Tacoma today electricians rejected a general strike proposal by 87 to 0, depriving promoters of a key weapon. Other unions also voted against the plan. The strike committee invited state federation leaders to a meeting to decide on methods to carry on the work and set executive discussions.
In Columbius Ohio on February 4 a misidentified intruder shot Miss Gladys Clapham aged 26 as she entered her brother-in-law Morrie Feverthut’s home. The assailant, Joseph Wiamorntrom Peet, is being held by police. The 22 year old Was employed as a governess is in custody.
A lengthy East Oregonian want ad declared a North Side home, six rooms, two lots, basement, and shapling perch. The owner paid 1.05 for the run of the ad, which drew many buyers and led to a sale at 303 Monroe Street to Major Lee Moorborne yesterday.
United Press dispatch reports British plans to evacuate their forces from Kusein amid French reluctance while American leaders near a conference push. The American delegation signals withdrawal of allied troops, with French withdrawal tied to full allied evacuation. Meanwhile Copenhagen notes Sparta forces clash on city outskirts as government troops push forward.
The Pendleton High School has over 7000 invested in machinery and equipment under the Buck-Bughes act for vocational education. Five thousand was added last summer for more machinery and an enlarged shop. The shop includes standard equipment, a drill press lathe, shaper, electric power board, and safety devices, with regular inspection by the State Inspector. The campus features an up to date auto repair shop and expandable plant for broader training. Students learn shop work and mechanics for farm and industry, focusing on practical Worth While training and high engagement noted by faculty.
Clyde D. Greenwood writes to his parents from the 146th Field Artillery about campaigns in Verdun and Chateaubriant, describes transport from Vrance to France, duties with Troop D and later Troop 1D, and notes German billets near the Rhine with a friendly German family and a crippled son.
A garbled wartime note records a name question about a newborn, mentioning Dr CW Lesmon and Lieutenant Laven with a mistaken line about a baby wavehtor and a partial dialogue asking for the name Taw.
A peace conference resolved a conflict between The Poles and Cancho Slovaks amid ongoing tensions in Cot fomborg Nose, with delegates from both sides agreeing to terms and a formal settlement reported by The Woe en foeurpernied. Various officials confirmed compliance and the situation was described as stabilizing following the mediation.
Lenin asserts the league of nations is an imperial tool while the Soviets seek peace with Allies. He predicts concessions only if war comes, and questions Tom’s league eligibility, noting U S labor and political affairs and the fate of Debs and Haywood.
Leslie T. Platter nephew of Dan Bowman dies at St Anthony’s hospital at about 110 this morning due to diabetes misdiagnosed as appendicitis. He would have turned 21 on April 24 and was educated in Pendleton. His mother’s sister is Dan Bowman’s wife. Corrine Matter is in Harrington, Washington. His father J E Maher lives in Whitewater, Colorado. He served briefly in the army from Washington before discharge for health reasons. The family awaits relatives at the Frown chapel.
The Commercial Club held its annual installation of officers. A nominating committee will present recommendations at the next meeting, with the policy committee preparing a report on city needs and steps to address a local complaint about heating and metal issues.
Washington February 4. Secretary to Aerioriume Bleneetonerty was asked to answer questions presented to the authorities in the ongoing investigation of producers.
Paris report says a special committee is close to finalizing the League of Nations constitution with Anglo American principles at its core including articles on security and a preamble. It notes a naval program and arms reduction linked to the international force, while President Wilson guides the framework for possible ratification and peace conference decisions.
Pendleton receives no recognition in a federal reserve district report as larger Oregon cities with populations over 2000 subscribe less to the Fourth Liberty Loan than Pendleton. Salem leads with 961,000, Wallula with 1,082,600, Everest at 1,054,050, and Pomona at 474,250, while Pendleton is omitted from the honor despite a record quota in Pendleton’s favor. The committee cites population as a factor in granting honors and defers revival of such recognition.
The 1919 thrift stamps and war savings certificates arrived in Pendleton at the post office and two banks, the First National Bank and the American National Bank. The new $100 certificates are smaller than 1918 and more convenient, though stamps were scarce on January 1, delaying some redemptions. No quota has been announced.
Fred Johnson grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias spoke on Service to Mankind at Pamon Lodge No. 4 Dragon on Monday evening. The event featured a clam bake and remarks by lodge officers, with plans for Johnson to visit Tercules Lodge later tonight accompanied by Damon Lodge members.
Draft bill sent to representative EB P Dodd would shift authority over state insane hospitals to elected commissioners and require juries to decide commitment. Three commissioners from each district would oversee Salem state hospital and Eastern Oregon State Hospital with duties similar to the current board of control. Advocate Henry C Schoen cites injustice in present commitment methods and pushes reform with support from Judge A Lowell deputy district attorney Pred EK Behmilt and Attorney J B Porry.
President insists on a large navy and seeks authorization for a new three year shipbuilding program. Chairman Padgett of the naval committee announced the policy today, signaling strong support for expanded maritime forces amid ongoing defense discussions in Washington.
London Feb 1 The reconstruc tion parliament opens amid a rising threat from general strikes as workers push to shape reconstruction The issue of the Irish republic and the postwar program loom large as Lloyd George plans to arrive later in the week to guide the legislative agenda. key questions include ratifying the peace treaty and defining policy toward Ireland.
Raymond A. Murka, a former Pendleton man, wrote from a New York debarkation hospital on January 6. He says he was hit in the stomach, operated on twice, is nearly healed but weak, and expects to leave soon for Camp Lewin base hospital to await discharge. He mentions wiring if he passes through Pendleton.
A brief weather note records a trace of snow, maximum temperature 47, minimum 26, clear skies and light wind. The forecast indicates continued calm conditions with no major precipitation expected.
A letter received by Mrs Fy Gatton in this city from Claude Baker, reported dead, describes his march into Germany along the Rhine and River Polhu. He speaks of front-line fighting, difficult days, and longing to return home, noting injuries and the harsh conditions faced by his unit.
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