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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1917
Page
6
A damaged OCR reading presents a Thoreau meditative verse seeking to align action with inner purpose. It asks for steadfast virtue, honesty, and devotion to friends, with a plea that life and conduct reflect true intention and not fall short of higher ideals.
The East Oregonian reprints a Portland Oregonian editorial praising Pendleton for its strong sense of community. Locals are noted to cooperate intensely on shared concerns, with all residents bearing responsibility rather than any single clique.
London discussion centers on retaliatory raids against German cities for the Zeppelin attacks on England. Many oppose brutal bombing, arguing it harms civilians, fails to hit military targets, and will harden resolve against Prussian ruthlessness while underscoring humanity in the Allied cause.
The Crews Financial Review notes that the war is decided by relative strength and endurance rather than territorial gains. Allies steadily weaken Central powers while sustaining own force. Germany shows government strain but is not defeated or ready for terms. Premature to expect early peace. wars continue with vigor.
The Oregonian notes the State Editorial Association’s Pendleton convention praised the efficient Pendleton spirit and generous hospitality. Editors enjoyed a Wallowa Lake excursion and theatrical entertainments, with Pendleton aiding comfort and boasting neighborly pride.
A fragment praises Pendleton's spirit as a healthy asset and calls for united women in a single community, highlighting communal harmony and shared purpose as a commendable goal. The text emphasizes solidarity, progress, and local pride within Pendleton.
From the Daily East Oregonian July 17 1889 Harry B Crowell and Annie Geller wed at Father Glees residence. Afterward they went to the Golden Rule for a wedding feast. A deaf organ grinder entertained Pendleton residents. O W KR NRO R agent Calderhead says track work on the Pendleton extension will reach town by August and trains will run on schedule. All trains were on time this morning, an extraordinary note.
Patents granted to citizens of Oregon July 1917 reported from the office of R. G. Park Jr Washington DC. Chas. 3. Cook of Portland excavating bucket Walter G. Terman of Newberg railway spur A G Line beck of Falls City assignor to J. R. Chambers and L Davenport and Linetek Albany acm rest for crutches Leonard L. McGee near Albany boat Po AL Wilkes of Portland safety butt hook.
The United States tests soldier armor with bids invited for protective plates of alloy steel about 15- inch thick capable of stopping rifle fire. The current armor uses thin steel plates inside a canvas shell strapped over a shoulder and around the waist. The article notes the allied military setup may differ, but these armor tests aim to demonstrate breakthrough capability against German troops.
A labeled photograph shows top row Franklin K Lane William B Wilson and William Redfield. middle row Franklin H Martin Joseph Danield Samuel Gompers Newtor D Haker David F Hoston Josah Rorenwald. bottom row Bernard M Borich Daniel Willard Walter Gifford and Howard E Coffin.
Pendleton girls will can fruits and vegetables for households that do not wish to can themselves. Young women and girls will perform the work under supervision, with jars supplied and prices set at ten cents per quart jar, aiming to conserve produce and reduce waste in the county.
The article outlines a troubled Aegon Trunk Line year with revenue totaling 245,610 and operating expenses of 3,271,074. It notes accumulated deficits, credit balances, and long term reform efforts, while criticizing management and implying heavy public backlash if leaders fail to change.
Rear Admiral Albert Gleaves who commanded the naval convoy that carried the first great American fleet to a French port is described as nearing his fifty ninth birthday on January 11. A graduate of Annapolis, he rose through wartime service and earned the distinction of commanding three dreadnoughts of the Atlantic Fleet, a unique honor among U S Navy officers.
The flotilla of destroyers rushed to aid merchant ships torpedoed and sunk off Nantucket in October that year by the German submarine Ul 53.
A home remedy outlines making a lemon skin lotion by squeezing two fresh lemons into a bottle with a small amount of orchard white. Strain the juice, mix with cream, and apply daily to face neck arms and hands to brighten and beautify the skin.
A brief note indicates work ahead may bring healthful improvements for Feldman and Herkman, signaling progress and a positive outlook.
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