12 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1919
Page
1
Brattle Feb 11 hurried preparations for a political verdict on the view men role by the five day general sympathetic strike. Three councilmen will be chosen Tuesday. Labor endorses its candidates on issues voiced by the strike. Incumbents reflect on city action to break it. Outcome looked to be a definite expression of sentiment amid scarce strike evidence.
San Francisco reports a 50 percent top-off in lumber prices for ordinary construction but local dealers say no price decrease is expected soon. Uncertainties persist due to labor costs and market conditions.
In Lawrence Massachusetts on February 12 the textile strike appears to be slowly dying out as fewer workers are seen on the streets and near mills. The number returning to work is higher than yesterday, one mill reports a forced increase of about 40 workers.
Tacoma metal trades council reports a proposed conference to reconcile differences between metal trades in Tacoma and the district. Strikes indicate workers may return early next week, possibly Monday, with a talks plan to be held on the Pacific coast near the front line date before March 24.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a man who knew Lincoln and Moser, reflecting on friendship, faith, and the larger good. The speaker asks what to tell unborn youth about one who stood by Lincoln’s ideals, praising a life of leading and purpose beyond mere fame.
Lieutenant James Sturgis, formerly with the 140th Field Artillery in France, sailed from Bordeaux February 2. He sent a report home via his wife Mrs Line Sturgis, noting he saw active fighting in the war zone and expects to land in New York soon. His wife has been engaged in war work at Red Cross headquarters in Washington and will join him in Pendleton by month’s end.
Allen Rhodes died of pneumonia at his home on Garfield Street at 12 40 morning after a 19 month paralytic stroke. He was born in Newville and lived in Oregon since 1980. Survived by widow and children Arthur Rhodes Lewiston Idaho Frank Rhodes Boles Idaho and William Rhodes Pendleton Oregon. Funeral held at Brown Funeral Home at 2 00 this afternoon.
A new advertising campaign launches with the slogan Buy Home Products. Eight manufacturers including Golden Weert Creamery, Bhyvenstein & Co, Hohhach's Bakery, Wr and Miley & Col participate to promote household goods across the market.
Washington Feb 12 President Wilson plans to personally handle the unemployment issue when he returns from France. Department of Labor officials said a governors meeting will be called early in March for the president to preside and outline a coordinated plan.
Portland, Ore, files to lower rail rate across the Columbia River in a complaint joined by the Port of Portland and local commerce groups. The case, against multiple railroads, seeks parity with water routes and cites transport costs from Portland to distant terminals, with the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington receiving the filing.
A wireless dispatch from February 12 reports Holsteines remain in several facilities as forces near Archangel. Officials describe tense movements and strategic holds as winter operations press on amid unclear outcomes.
British labor leaders demand a 30 percent wage rise and a six hour day with some calls for nationalization. Large crowds of miners and railway workers gathered to press the government for improved pay and shorter work hours, with unions representing hundreds of thousands weighing in on wage demands and labor conditions.
War time report states 5500 undesirables will be deported within months by the migration bureau. Aliens arrested for property destruction or aiming to overthrow the American government face removal. Congress authorized the deportations and many will be sent back to their countries of origin as ships become available.
A proposed resolution would consolidate the Port of Portland and the Port of Astoria into a larger entity called The Port. The bill would span the Columbia River region from Clatsop to Umatilla, creating a seven member commission to govern the new port and fund a constitutional levy for public support.
Astoria Ore February 12 At meeting of The port commission a plan for erecting a twenty story flour mill on property leased from Bl. Smith of Pendleton was approved. Port engineers ordered to prepare immediately for construction. The building will house all machinery and equipment for the plant.
A Pendleton meeting in the Commercial Club rooms created a 10 member committee to develop detailed plans for a local corporation to finance home building with capital rumored at 50 000 to 100 000. Enthusiasm ran high as members pledged stock and discussed financing while stressing efficient administration and avoiding factionalism.
Portland readers learn that wounded Oregon soldiers bound for demobilization at Camp Lewis will pass through Union Station. A reception committee, including Fred Lockley, will meet them. The Oregonian appeals to Mayor Baker and C. S. Jackson to reroute the train via Portland Union Depot so the men can glimpse their home city. About 150 veterans from Oregon and Washington will ride, many hoping to see Portland before departure. The report notes cigarette distribution and largely stoic sentiment among the troops.
Pass Feb 12 report notes uncertainty about the president's return after adjournment. It states he may depart for home or Sunday, with a decision delayed until the full congress meets. Draft policy and conference plans are under review as talks continue.
Senator Kenyon introduced a bill calling for a study and report to Congress on a plan to enable every American worker to own a home. The measure aims to authorize a systematic examination of housing ownership possibilities and implementation steps.
Pendleton Journal notes Mee W on the railroad route toward California facing woe during a Theneon ible morning journey. The report highlights travel difficulties and uncertain conditions encountered on the way.
Unclear excerpt reports Japan's project approval by Washington related to railway technology. Exact entities and dates are obscured in the OCR fragment. The article appears to note a government acceptance or acknowledgment of a Japanese proposal involving railway tech.
Paris dispatch reports heated debate over final adoption of the league of nations charter before President Wilson’s departure. French amendments demand strong international authority and German restraints, while Allied war fatigue and economic strain color opinions of new terms.
Berlin March 12 reports that the future president of Germany will live in Sebolostellovne. Details indicate a residence budget near $200. The note cites official planning but is unclear on dates or exact arrangements.
A historic cable details Pendleton extending hospitality to the 65th Regiment Canal Artillery veterans. A reception committee wired the regimental commander in Kansas City and suggested a parade near the depot. Mentions telegrams to Generals Pamonger and McMurray and Portland mayor seeking arrival details. Red Cross canteen planned if veterans arrive. California unit possibly joining. Commercial Club agrees to cooperate with welcome plans.
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