05 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1920
Page
1
The Supreme Court ruling confirms federal power to enforce wartime prohibition by banning beverages with 0.5 percent or more alcohol, upholding restricting 2.75 to 3.75 percent beer. It notes exemptions for home cider and wine and limits on prosecutions for brewers before Volstead Act took full effect.
Heavy casualties feared as Mexico City and Vera Cruz suffer the severest quakes in years. Buildings collapse near docks and in Puebla causing people to flee and pray. Reports note damage across the Vera Cruz region with churches and ash heaps filled as residents seek aid.
Pendleton hosts planning meeting for the 18 lodge Odd Fellows district convention to be held in Milton in February. Delegates from each lodge chart a program of business and degree work with leaders elected from participating lodges.
New Jersey will not admit the suit of the wets as it opposes third party involvement and seeks to block federal enforcement of prohibition. The state attorney general filed with the Supreme Court stating New Jersey will not consent to the continued action and asserts the suit cannot proceed without New Jersey's approval.
Correspondent reports London Jan ' The Tiveton station in Prati Eile week signals a major shift as three hostile forces gain leverage against the Allies. British and Allied officials debate definitive policy toward the Soviet advance and the defeat of Deneene and Kale. Soviet forces reportedly occupy the vast Dewatas basin, tightening control as fuel supplies dwindle and communism’s momentum grows.
A Chicago union announces it will exclude Legion men from upcoming activities. The statement references disputes within the federations and notes penalties for members who attend events with Legion associates. The move aims to enforce loyalty to the federation’s principles amid internal tensions.
In Washington on January 6, Representative Dal liner, chair of the special committee, said Victor Berger of Milwaukee faces a tough new career despite his election. The panel previously recommended his expulsion, and tensions grow as the chamber weighs excluding him by a wide margin.
The Porcheton association plans steps toward creating a permanent auto camp ground with a city council review Wednesday. Secretary Craneton argues timely start is needed to boost Pendleton’s prestige and hopes for park completion by the Heat ceremony, with committee appointments and other agenda items discussed at tomorrow’s 6 o clock meeting.
Vacation days are over as Pomiletan High School reopens. Principal HL FR Inlow urged students to improve scholarship and citizenship, noting the term ends January 24 and calling for a strong finish. Afr Pratt of Whitman College gave a stirring talk to boost motivation and effort.
Thirty two estates entered in probate court in county during the quarter, with total assessed value about 1.2 million. Notable entries include the estate of George B Perington and Frank Der with large values, plus appraisal of Frank Flevin, a gunshot victim. Other fortunes ranged from 25,000 to 50,000. several estates around 60,000.
The article notes a nephew of Milton's city attorney may open a legal practice locally. It mentions potential locations in the county and a move from Knoxville, Tennessee, with prior admission to the bar in June 1918 and ongoing practice history.
Frank Michaels, feeder of 150 head of beef cattle at Ruinfielt, traveled to Pendleton today by foie, seeking winter arrangements and market news.
An index page fragment lists weather data including maximums and precipitation, plus brief mentions of city and state items. It notes film activity and editorial pause, with scattered references to local officials and ongoing news from Pandieton and nearby areas.
The city assigns census enumerators for Pendleton with ward designations and home phone numbers. Wards include first with Edo Blumquist, second with RR 8 Fowler, third with Fred Schmidt, fourth with Mrs. Reed and Mrs. Connerly. Supervising official W. A. Terrell announced the changes after office relocation delays.
In January at BT. PAU Jones introduced his horse named Wood Alcohol. The horse showed notable energy with a strong kick when approached, briefly affecting Jones during the race day.
The Oregon State Highway Department eastern division will move Tuesday or Wednesday from the Murphy Building to the west room of the new Gritman Building on West Webb Street. The move follows comfort concerns during cold weather. The resident crew under A. A. Kirkwood will take a room in the Thomson Building above Tallman Drug Store, while the other counting party under Paul Jones has not decided its new location. Outside work continues on three Pendleton-area projects, with the Cold Spring recitation party at Holdman making progress and the Lee Convergence project near Rieth moving forward. The Oregon Trail survey between Haines and Teiw is planned to begin, covering about 1.5 miles, to complete the last link between Vimatila and Baker. Survey work on Island City to Elgin, about 20 miles of the La Grande highway, was also ordered, with both the La Grande and Haines sections to start as soon as crews assemble.
Senator King announces in Washington a set of compromise reservations to the treaty and says if no compromise is effected within a reasonable time he will present his plan to the Senate. The statement comes as efforts continue to resolve divisions over the treaty terms.
County records show an opening balance of 628 294 for the year with funds carried over from prior periods. The tally lists sources and allocations including debt payments and district general funds as authorities outline remaining obligations and planned uses.
The Federal Trade Commission ordered a Chicago company to stop restricting sugar sales to the purchase of other goods. The ruling extends nationwide as the agency acts on complaints of unfair competition.
Milew Jonsie Hutt realigns 1 aecept a potion with Central Littary to Portlad. Mrs Antafi Petrit works at Areney and Lanier, known as Mine Hall, devoted after a three week stay.
Chicago reporting William Haywood denies links to Wisconsin plots amid a broad government push. Deportation actions against dozens of revolutionists proceed as hearings are hurried to move reds back to Fiimwia and clear routes for nationwide radical roundups. Officials claim Lenine and Trotsky aimed to overthrow governments and usher soviet rule worldwide. New York and Washington dispatches note mass arrests, including Gregory Weinstein of Novy Mir, as the roundup escalates.
D B Snyder and J H Cox paid two dollar fines in police court today for crossing on the wrong side of the street. Their actions prompted the docket entry as local authorities enforce sidewalk and traffic rules.
Pendleton YMCA forms a citywide program uniting youth groups under one umbrella while letting existing organizations keep identities. Board led by Jona Lembritt includes MO La Moe, Gay W Jottimen, W th Ringold, and EK Swaber. Plan includes indoor baseball, track, boxing and educational welfare for youth. no new building planned.
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