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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1917
Page
1
Loyal regiments seek to atone for the Grenadier Division mutiny as fresh Russian forces hurry toward Galicia. Women warriors win new praise amid reports of discipline and resolve in the eastern front context.
Wallington July 27 reports fresh Rumian troops rushing to the Ciuician front beyond Tarnopol to repel German advances. Cavalry units win distinction at Tarnopol, delaying Charman’s advance and allowing losses to mount as stores at Tarnapil are destroyed. Petrograd notes Premier Kerensky’s resistance to a counter revolution and vows no relapse to the old regime.
Washington July 27 The ornate military affairs committee voted to recommend immediate passage of the alien draft bill. The Senate is expected to adopt the regulation. Aliens unable to become citizens who are Chinese and Japanese are exempt, while citizens of enemy nations and those resisting naturalization are excluded. Other aliens residing in the United States a year without attempting citizenship are eligible for the draft.
Reported statements from Jay Lattle and James Duncan deny a settlement of the Tacoma and Seattle street car strikes. They claim no authority exists for negotiation and note additional strike breakers arriving. A formal committee meeting was reportedly planned for the afternoon to address the conflict.
Geneva dispatch reports Prem sier Kerensky severely wounded in the arm while trying to halt retreating soldiers near Hrzemany. The Russian infantry refused to fight and began to retreat as Russian artillery fired on its own troops. Kerensky rode between front lines in an automobile and halted the slaughter despite his wounds.
An earthquake of great force is reported from Santiago Chile with damage feared. Details are scarce as streets suffered shaking and residents were alarmed amid unclear casualty and property impact reports.
Washington July 27 The American war bill for 1918 will total fifteen billion dollars according to official estimates. Government departments and the secretary of the treasury prepared the figures as the United States nears the war’s third anniversary. Navy reports mention destroyers built and supplies pledged, while German prospects are noted in passing.
A hostile force known as Legion of Death reports its first engagement results capturing 102 prisoners amid fierce fighting. Troops pursue remnants as clashes continue near the front lines.
Jais 27. In a shell torn field the Women's Legion of Death charged enemy lines with fearless resolve as their comrades deserted. They suffered casualties and inspired nearby troops while Teutonic forces pressed northward and crowds greeted wounded soldiers arriving by hospital train.
Copenhagen July 27 It is persistently rumored that a cholera epidemic is raging in many German cities, particularly Hamburg.
In Peking and Chena ports price notices recount local dine-in costs and travel allowances while travelers and guards tighten security. The piece notes hotel life and currency shifts as a quirky reportage on leisure and war-era commerce.
July 27 reports describe a massive two mile front battle as German Crown Prince troops, backed by 11 observation balloons, blasted the Chemin Des Dames. French forces reportedly recaptured ground and held positions from Cracnne to Californie while German losses mounted in one day of heavy fighting.
July 87 report from American headquarters in France notes measles and mumps among Sammies are checked and controlled. General health is excellent. Medical department adds stretcher bearing training hours. American staff officers make daily front trips for firsthand trench condition updates.
Frank Hayes, water commissioner, regrets a few days of heavy irrigation that is draining reservoirs. He urges reduced canal irrigation for a day or two to allow reservoirs to refill and ease the water shortage for the community.
Maambera of Troop D learns army life is demanding with drill and guard mount at Round-Up Park. Recruits, though raw, show enthusiasm as NCOs study drill rules and officers appoint duties, including Venable as duty sergeant and Young as cook. Equipment delays may push shipment from Porthood to Chakamase, keeping soldiers busy here for weeks.
Washington July 27. The provost general's office announces tangled inquiries about every conceivable aspect of the draft. The governor cannot answer all requests, and must direct the process to local boards. The frequent question concerns changes in the plan of physical exemptions.
Floyd Irwin, 23, cowboy and son of Charley Irwin, died after a fall from his horse during steer- roping practice ahead of the Cheyenne show. He sustained a skull fracture, underwent surgery, and died shortly after. His funeral drew wide cowboy attendance, and Cheyenne residents plan a monument in his memory.
Mumsow widow of Five Crows and wife of a Bannock War figure from 1878 died last night at her home on the Uma na reservation. Five Crows helped lure Chief Penn’s party to capture him and was killed during transport to the Umatilla agency, with his head reportedly displayed to the white commander.
German forces renewed an artillery offensive in the Nieuport sector, shelling British trenches repeatedly. Between 20:50 and 20:00, an average shell per minute struck British lines, with asphyxiating gas reported. The bombardment intensified around Tongeceuse, obliterating a British trench and allowing German captors to advance.
Prominent Canadian Board of Trade officials plan a three day visit to the Round-Up in September. J S Healers secretary requests hotel and seat reservations for the delegation, which is expected to include eight autos and about thirty attendees. The letter indicates strong interest from Canadian clubs and trade bodies across provinces.
London dispatch reports widespread British gloom over the third year of war. Visitors lament U S delays in ending the conflict, citing congressional opposition to the President's food program and the shipping board, higher costs, and tax fears. Hope for Russian aid is fading as peace prospects could unbalance the blockade and submarine threat.
Pendleton gained favorable publicity at its recent convention as editors praised the city and organizations consider Pendleton for next year. Jewelers president reported Pendleton has a real chance to land the 1918 gathering, with hotel and innkeepers backing an invitation. The Commercial Association directors approved allowing local leaders to extend the invitation, and the Spanish War Veterans noted their July convention in Pendleton may also be hosted there.
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