14 Jul 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1919
Page
1
London dispatch reports Bela Kun, Soviet leader, targeted as Rumanians, Czecho-Slovaks and Jugo-Slavs undertake police operations. French commander in the Near East to head allied patrols as three powers coordinate intervention with Hungarian forces in a delicate action.
Local telephone workers remain on strike with pickets outside the Courteireet office watching the alley and keeping watch on operations. J A Murray, manager of the local office, says the situation remains unchanged as union talks resume with telephone companies. New workers have been added to cover the positions left vacant amid the strike.
Fred Bennion newly appointed county agent for timatilin today took up the headquarter s on the third floor of the federal building. He will meet with the agricultural corner soon and outline county projects. Bennion, with Mr Benplon and their two children, came from Hoxeman Montana via route. En route to Pendleton he conferred with agents of Spekanr and Whittanan, studying University of Idaho experiments and attended the Washington State Wheat Growers convention. Last week Bennion attended the county agency convention at More Oregon and discussed practical demonstrations for wheat testing to benefit farmers. Due to housing delays Bennion and his sons will depart tonight for Salt Lake City. Bennion’s wife will join tonight with her mother en route to Salt Lake.
Senator George Chamberlain reports a doubtful federal highway appropriation as commerce groups urge support. Arguments center on misalignment with federal maintenance and highway law. Agnes Cardbor of Walla Walla will speak at the Nodarove ball, 615 Main street, Friday evening.
PMUSSHELA July 14 The informal commited on commonination of victory today founded the foundation of a city to Belgium to be known as Geo polly World City. It would be laid omike a garden, be neu trilised and possibly be the oven fuel seat of the League of Na ton.
Rome, July 1. former Idaho game warden Leroy Jones faced a federal demand to repay $26,000 plus interest and penalties alleged to have arisen from misused funds in the Idaho fish and game department during his tenure. An audit by a state committee questioned the department's books, with no trace of the money found.
Albert Herrin, 60, killed his wife and then fatally shot himself after arguing over their children and her work on a telephone system. He fired a rifle and died later. the wife died at the scene.
Washington observers report debate on a peace treaty aimed at easing tensions with Germany and Russia. Key figures Borah and La Follette press for information on reported invasions and deportations as the nation weighs policy shifts under President Wilken. The Senate seeks clarity on forthcoming terms and enforcement measures.
Report states T. K. Taylor traveled to Frow-Water today on affairs tied to a thief who fled the scene. The incident involves sheriff authorities pursuing leads and coordinating with local law enforcement.
Jack O' Mera, a jila Driver foreman, plans a trip to New York as the first of its kind in 11 years, signaling a return to his former home and marking a notable move in his career.
Washington July 1. The administration’s defender of the covenant spoke in a fiery address, urging acceptance of the Disarmament treaty. Swanson rejected objections, arguing United States cannot be bound without Congress and stressing the need for national security through multilateral agreement. He warned that no general disarmament plan can proceed without U.S. obligations and that the Senate must approve terms to ensure real security.
Work started on an engineering lab and agricultural facilities at the port area. The project includes a canal and industrial site development with concrete works, power supply, and building of a loading and unloading area. The plan aims to modernize local industry and farming support infrastructure.
Early reports indicate the harvest is underway across the county with big combines at work. Farmers on reservations and surrounding areas push toward field completion, while noted crews from Fendtoton Mission and nearby towns prepare warehouses and trucks for grain.
Crop prospects in the Grande Ronde Valley are uncertain with spring wheat appearing stronger than winter wheat in some areas. Early warmth could improve yields, but overall conditions suggest a cautious outlook for the next crop cycle.
Openings drew crowds as W Malaney and WG Walles, bank officers, led ceremonies. Patrons submitted accounts and deposits, with several hundreds of dollars noted in early transactions. Public meeting planned for Saturday evening to complete setup and discuss future operations.
Washington reports the mill commission debates public enforcement reforms today. Members argue that 2.75 percent beer is not acceptable, while others contend enforcement restoration is needed.
France marks victory with a massive parade in Paris as four million spectators watch. General Pershing rides, President Poincare reviews troops, and disabled veterans in wheelchairs join the march amid cheers and patriotic spectacle praising Allied success and national triumph.
Portland July 24 William Schatte died in a terpentome elevator crash at the Ainsworth building. He tried to dive into the elevator as it left the pavement, slipped on the floor, and struck his head against the first floor ceiling. Mrs Norm McGinnis, who operated the elevator, attempted a reversal to free him but fainted as the elevator dropped, Schatte’s body taken to emergency hospital.
President Wilson is expected to deliver speeches in several Pacific coast cities this summer. Invitations remain unconfirmed, with an itinerary likely announced within the week. He is not expected to visit New York or New England.
London dispatch reports German finance minister predicts raising 90 million marks from capital and jewelry taxes, with first payments due January and延 long payment horizon. Berlin and Washington discuss impact on American capital, Russia markets, and treaty revisions, amid broader economic tensions and speculation on U.S. cooperation.
J H Moyer, an Athena man returned from 106 months with the 604 Engineers, buys half interest in Model Tailors and Cleaners at 645 Main Street, creating Lester and Booher. Booher previously ran a four year shop in Athena before enlistment. Lester notes fast growth in cleaning and tailoring requires a new partner.
Reported general strike actions in Portugal on July 1 led to torn up tracks and damaged bridges near BADAIOS Spain. Travelers reached by rail faced disruptions as the railroad system appeared unable to operate normally.
Fire last night swept through Brownsville destroying the Evans hardware store and several warehouses and barns along Spalding avenue. The blaze started in the Hazel wood creamery and left little insurance on the burned structures.
W Lather vice president of Easter Oregon Motor Company of Pendleton and a director of J C Warren Motor Co is in Pendleton today. He serves as a director of Western Hope and Mortgage and has interests in Eastern Oregon banks. He is here to look after business interests traveling with his son George Latimer recently returned from overseas service.
Ralph Book, brother of Fred Rook Mirch Creek farmer, drowned near Sterling Vilonts on July 4 according to Mr Book’s word received yesterday. The body had not yet been found. he returned in May from service for 16 months.
Justice of the Peace today in Neorham district handles a local matter as Trick lehr ties Nee Mhentifuh Alhourty appears. The Nie and Mrs Saerkes secured an item yesterday at St Tavehan but required scouting for final arrangements.
In Bend Oregon, 11 year old James Crummie admitted forging the signature to a $106 check drawn for Mrs. Harry Gant after finding the cancelled mail in his father's box. He and a 10 year old accomplice planned to buy motorcycles and a wagon with the money, and the letter was later found discarded.
Has Got Yankee Bacco reports American ef form investigators traced bacon reaching territory outside the occupied German region via French railway caves. They believe the bacon was sold to the French government for civilian distribution and seek cooperation from French authorities to verify if any sale reached Germans legitimately. Ingenious smuggling methods in the neutral zone are also noted.
In New York on July 1 a man named Thomas Forest, 67, appeared at Brooklyn police headquarters asking to be locked up unable to support himself. Before a magistrate he was identified and sent to Hartford for a one month detention.
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