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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1918
Page
1
Grand Duke Michael, former czar’s brother, issues a manifesto from Moscow on July 1 stating the constituent assembly failed and it is his duty to restore order. He calls on the people to overthrow the Bolsheviks and offers amnesty to all revolters.
July 1 report from Frank J. Taylor says American Negro troops east of Verdun on June 12 performed with veteran steadiness. They manned machine guns and automatic rifles, withstood heavy bombardment, and kept up a persistent defense as Franco American officers praised their discipline and willingness to take dangerous duties.
The county reports the dryest spring since 1890 with rainfall totals low and a long stretch of clear days. January 1978 marked the start of records and June 9 brought a 102 degree high while the coolest dawn on the 3rd registered around a 40s.
Fragments describe a raid at Ban Franchiago on July 16 with Italians capturing 1500 Austrians plus officers. Names and quotes appear garbled but reference to Washington and embassy cables suggest diplomatic chatter around the event.
A building collapse in the city on Saturday leaves 39 known dead and five missing. Officials report a number of injuries from the incident, with all injured expected to recover.
Fire crews blocked by autos responding to a tire alarm at Philytree Street last evening. Chief Rinkold announced a city ordinance bans driving within 20 feet of any fire vehicle and requires parked cars to curbside for two minutes after the alarm. No car may park within 9 feet of a hydrant. Violators face up to 950 fine or imprisonment. A nearby blaze from an O.W. locomotive Ht. MN was extinguished.
Washington July 1 The War Department reported 49 casualties from battles or engagements with 10 dead from wounds, 26 severely wounded and one remained in action.
Socialist leader in federal court waives reading of the indictment and plans to plead at trial. The case concerns charges related to violation of federal law and involves regional political figures. Proceedings and exact charges remain to be clarified in upcoming court actions.
Oregon announces flour sales will reopen July 5 on a fifty fifty basis under state and federal controls. Certificates required at point of sale. purchases limited to the approved quantities until further notice. Government actions aim to prevent hoarding as wheat flour distribution resumes nationwide.
At a meeting in Pendleton County agent M. Shrock and H G Casteel led a discussion on weed control and rodent contraction during herd improvement. A committee appointed A J Gill to organize Umatilla County residents for a next year push against Jim Mustard. Plans include polka around squire role under T Gilliliend supervision and distribution of polkaened rain to crop owners. May involve Powers and Pedaliet in hay marshalling for grain and stock.
Washington July 3 The United States demands Turkey immediately explain the Turkish attack on the Av28811 hospital at Tabriz. Spain confirms the assault, with official verification reported.
A feeble transcription notes Captain de Beaufort, an artillery officer, will not appear. Government officials discredit his conduct, canceling his lecture. The program shifts to a music day with lectures and concerts scheduled for tomorrow morning and afternoon.
Washington July 1 The only authoritative report says 15 new destroyers are to be launched from American shipyards July 4.
Washington July 1 President Wilson urged Congress to grant authority to seize telegraph and telephone networks to prevent service suspensions and protect military secrets. He backed resolutions empowering operation of telegraph telephone radio and cables, citing letters from Burléson and Daniels.
XTRA LONDON reports the Low plod ship Llandovery Castle was torpedoed off Casinet 166 miles away. The ship carried 234 missing and 24 crew members have reached port. Official word says no wounded aboard and all Canadian medical officers may be dead.
Washington, July 1. Government may order all aircraft factories to be taken over after considering deliveries by the new air force. Officials indicate plans to recommend nationalization as production shifts and wartime needs rise.
A government scientific board, authorized by Congress to investigate, reports that tarabed, touted as a breakthrough to produce unlimited free energy, has failed. The claim, described as a revolutions in energy, is now deemed unfounded and the project is declared a nonstarter.
French forces advance on a five mile front northwest of Chateau Thierry and southeast of Omiey, taking 200 prisoners in the latter area. Minor Marne operations yield 40 prisoners, while between Mont Didier and Noyon 20 are captured and south of the Aisne a resistance center is seized with 24 detainees.
Premier Lenine denied knowledge of the reported murder of the former Czar and said friends in Petrograd received a dispatch claiming Father and Mother are in a safe place. One paper reports a rumor that the Czar offered to return to the throne but the Czar declined.
Attleigh Pendleton leads an effort to boost county fundraising with a led drive, while women volunteers in Live Went plan a recap campaign. Milton reports an increased quota and contributions totaling 26008 dollars, with J D Caser and John Melroey among notable donors. post mentions a $2005 tally and a $1000 state-club gift.
July 1 report describes a lightning strike on a derrick and two 55,000 barrel oil tanks igniting, causing a deafening roar and a vivid blast as flames threaten nearby equipment. Firemen fight to prevent spread and protect remaining facilities.
The fragment notes a naval incident with a Californian vessel sinking near Washington on July 1 as part of a terse contemporaneous bulletin. Details are sparse, mentioning the crew and a platform manager, but the report lacks full names or concluding outcomes.
Moscow dispatches report Trotsky warning soviets will resist hostile interference in Russia while not allying with Germany. German aid unlikely to reverse allied stance. Ukrainian peasantry revolt grows as Germans seize bread and landowners lose influence amid fighting. Former landlords attempt to reclaim lands with German aid as sailors threaten action.
E L Smith notes a generally hard season for wheat in Canyon area yet describes promising yields on new land. He has 1000 acres fall wheat and 576 acres spring wheat, with overall harvest expected and haying underway. Poor soil on some slopes and wind erosion cited. weather conditions historically unfriendly but new land shows signs of success.
Washington dispatch reports Pershing noting enemy attempts to fraternize with American troops. The account mentions June 25 and describes chaotic incidents near the front. The fragmentary text references gestures toward fraternization and hazards of contact amid combat conditions.
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