08 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1919
Page
1
Seattle reports slow return to business with restaurants reopening and theatres planning first shows in three days. Mayoral statements clash with union leaders as 30,000 shipyard workers and 40,000 allied workers remain on strike amid threats of fed troops and calls for loyalty to American government.
In Tacoma workers returned to work today and streetcars ran on full schedule. The Tacoma labor scene hints at a broader union reorganization as officials denounce walkouts. In San P delco labor leaders vote against a sympathetic strike to aid Seattle workers.
Oakland shipyards face a potential general strike as union members vote 1414 to 1 against. If the 201 out ballots fail to decide, the walkout could force yard closures. Pacific coast council of shipyard workers meets in Portland to discuss inside information and possible action.
Edward David is elected president of the German constituent government by the national assembly in Weimar according to dispatches. The ruling party coalition led by a socialist majority takes power as the new regime outlines early reforms and governance.
Joe Despain writes from Woovre Delgum June 16 1919 reporting a furlough in Scotland and enjoyable travel through Namur Lione Cologne and other Belgian towns He mentions friendly locals good meals and plans to return home soon though not before May ends He signs off noting a continued trip and hopes to ride trains to see more of the country
The Inland Empire Bank elected C. El Wallen as president with Maloney named president and Wailes as cashier. The meeting announced Wallen’s recent appointment and noted staff changes including officers and directors. The article references Shelby County and Mirwemit locations and mentions allegiances to the bank and army units.
The county prepares for a March 4 road bond election with voters asked to approve 476000 of county funds, state aid to follow. County court plans a meeting this evening to decide the official form of the petition and to set the date for the special election. Local officials indicate strong support and expect the bond to pass.
Fragmentary OCR text details a legal or court matter involving Tacoma area officials and a telegram from Pies to a contract party. The fragmentary lines reference a court, orders, and ongoing conferences with stated dates and parties, but the record remains unreadable in places.
The body of Feel Morrison, a former Jerome resident, was brought home for burial after passing away several days ago. He had lived in Peabody before moving to Jerome where he was long known as a firming worker and neighbor. Friends throughout the area remember him as a Nero and valued member of the community. Weather notes indicate cooler conditions and unsettled skies across the region.
The readable portions describe a local item or notice with unclear context, names, dates, or places not fully legible. Events or actions cannot be confirmed due to heavy transcription errors.
Paris dispatch reports half of 22 constitutional laws accepted as official by the governing body of the league. An executive committee will include one front judge from five, and two from senior countries. The agreement aims to govern the course of the talks and may delay final completion.
Frederick Mendel, linked to the Prank Hoyo family, served with the Lost Battalion under Whittier. He lived in Bolee before the war and died while serving as chief making clerk. News from Mire reports he was wounded in the fighting as the battalion moved toward allied lines. Mayo brothers of Rochester were among surgeons at the hospital where he is being treated.
In the case of J D Wel(en) and J Lonergan against Mike Beck to Kannete and others, the centile court seated a jury after five hours deliberation. They returned a verdict for the plaintiffs awarding £1228.27, with the suit claiming damages of £140 for neglect and harm from centile shite. The jurors named include FL Mason, Thomas McPride, Everett Kime, and others.
A garbled report notes Red Cross locating wounded soldiers and mentions hospital care. Several unclear names and places appear, with references to recovery at a hospital and a date fragment.
The Totnes commission held a special session to finalize intent on draft reforms, detailing that five committee divisions will reference changes. Officials decided to defer the sailing date until late February 26 or later to complete extra duties linked to the league work and committee actions.
Crowds overflow at the People's Warehouse five miles today for a major sale with throngs admitted through entrances and rear exits as spaces fill. Men and women queue for bargains across departments, extra clerks busy, shoes lead, grocery not yet fully open.
J A Horn announces plans to build two small bungalows on South Main and High Street to address a housing shortage. A building permit for 4060 was issued by Recorder Fite Gerald. The homes, funded by Mr Horn as an investment, will be for rent. The Oregonian editorial board supported increased housing in Pendleton. Bakers threaten to quit in Glasgow amid labor tensions.
Fragmentary weather note reports cooler trends with colder minimums and light precipitation. Mentions names and places are unclear but references temperatures and unsettled conditions.
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