25 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1918
Page
1
Petrograd reports the Pan Soviet executive committee voting to accept German peace terms. Bolsheviks claim control of Rostoff, a Cossack stronghold, as street fighting continues in the city amid the abnormal wartime upheaval.
Paris reports on February 25 that Austro-Hungarian Foreign Minister Czernin, via Swiss radio, said Austria with its allies is willing to conclude a separate peace with Russia in response to Trotsky's inquiry. The message was relayed to Leon Trotsky.
London and Prague reports from February 25 detail Russia agreeing to Germany's peace terms, losing 381,000 square miles and 50 million people, isolating Russia from the Baltic and leaving it economically weak. Dispatches mention treachery debates and harsh German dominance amid a tense European scene.
Integrity lodge No. 2 captured the prize for best degree at the district convention in Stanfield, attended by lodges from Freewater, Weeton, Adany, and Stanfield. Past Grand Master Whelluge announced the results, with Freewater named president and Stanfield hosting next year’s convention. delegates and officers were re elected.
Washington reports an American killed and another wounded by Mexican bandits. The incident involved company employees and prompted mobilization of the police to investigate the attack and seek accountability.
Washington reports three survivors from the transport Tuc cania sunk by German forces. Wounded and sick were to be discharged within a short time as authorities confirm the names of survivors and three remain hospitalized at Lindenderny. The list includes William Ifrrtin, Edward J. Peterman, and Cheirige A. Stelrin among others.
A garbled report from Edmonton describes a chaotic blaze and firefighting efforts. Names and details are obscured, but mentions of unknown unions or groups and references to past conflicts imply a wartime or disaster context with damaged lines about people and weapons.
Four governors are slated to convene in Chicago to discuss national service policies and regional concerns. The gathering includes leaders from Virginia, Delaware, Illinois, and New York, with invitations signaling a broader Midwest focus.
Layette workers hold a gathering on Wednesday at their usual hall to discuss relief efforts for Polish and French refugees. The meeting aims to organize local aid and support, with plans to coordinate donations and volunteer assistance for displaced people.
In a brief note Milton Ac Miller urges readers to send back forms by April first noting penalties for late returns. The letter discusses individuals in the community and asks recipients to comply to avoid issues with officials.
New York February 25 a propaganda letter publicized German efforts to inspire a revolt in Spain and stir Spanish forces against the Allied bloc. The letter alleges German funds and agents aided the plan, naming former Gaelic American editor John De Vos and others as collaborators with German operatives abroad.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions a French connection to trade posts and a distant route across the Atlantic. It references ships or travelers near coastal towns and mentions potential disruptions or dangers. The text is garbled but suggests historical maritime activity and cross channel tensions.
The wheat price fixed at a Frame figure for the year is 220 per tunnel, with parity aims to balance grower prices. Northweast to New York reports indicate Inland empire farmers may gain parity with Chicago, while water rates set 350 per pound elevates overall costs. Farmers Bureau estimates show 17 cents more per bushel vs last year, risking higher total crop value and broader grain market effects nationwide.
The text covers concerns about freight rates and government actions on wheat shipments to the Atlantic seaboard. It notes Whaltman Hurley's stance on reducing rates, McNary's correspondence, and the implication that shipping costs affect how wheat is moved to meet wartime needs. It also references discussions between Hoover staff and officials in Salem, Oregon.
A wartime speaker argues profiteering throttles America amid shipyard labor strain on the Pacific coast. He urges government action including manpower registration for 25 to 62 year olds, warning of costly delays if leaders fail to mobilize workers and ships. He highlights the need for employment and mobilization to sustain war production.
An OCR damaged text fragment describes a death affecting an aged resident of Umatilla with numerous garbled lines and unreadable names. The readable portions indicate a fatal event, but most specifics such as dates, names, or locations are lost in transcription.
ST JOHNS N F Feb 5 Forty survivors were taken from the wrecked steamer Florizel after it struck rocks near Cape Race. Captain Martin and first officers were saved. Several bodies washed ashore. German agents suspected as the compass was believed fixed. Rescue began at dawn with fishing craft sailors and life savers aiding in getting survivors ashore.
A garbled OCR style text references military actions and wartime topics. It mentions officers, trenches, front lines, and various vaguely described events. The fragmentary lines suggest a wartime report or public notice with unclear specifics and many broken words.
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