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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1918
Page
4
Poem from Rough Rhymes of o Tadro reflects prayer before battle and fate. Oregonian publication lists subscription rates for daily and semi weekly editions, with prices for mail and carrier delivery in advance.
The article argues that despite allied successes the war may extend longer than anticipated. It recalls Gettysburg and Appomattox to warn against assuming a quick end, noting that German defenses could delay surrender while American and Allied forces prepare for a drawn out struggle into next year.
Henry Clews in a July 27 financial review credits Mr. Hoover with brilliant public service by safeguarding Allied food supply. He argues food prices rose less due to Hoover’s earnest appeal than reliance on legal enforcement, reflecting favorably on his tactfulness.
Government reports on early air mail show nine airplanes covering 7 234 miles with total operating expenses of 3682 dollars. Gas use totaled 1377 gallons for 113 hours 8 minutes of flight, about 32 50 per hour and 0 50 per mile, with best results from a Curtis J N 4 at 28 01 per hour and 0 43 per mile.
An East Oregonian clipping recalls July events and local notables. Mentions Kennedy with a fine mum, Juniper wheat town curios, and youths with inventive aims who sought to repurpose velocipedes. A Golden Tale bus incident caused a wheel to come off with no damage.
The report describes the Zeebrugge harbor assault by British forces under Admiral Sir Roger Keyes, highlighting the Vindictive’s leading role in breaching the mole with explosives from British ships and submarines. It notes the rescue of survivors, the destruction of German defenses, and its lasting impact on Allied morale during the prewar era.
Helix editor C. Julian and hardware merchant J. Norvell clashed yesterday over a piece in the Helix Advocate. Local notes mention residents traveling to Walla Walla for family medical matters and visits to friends in Freewater and Portland.
Umatilla County Red Cross chapter organizes gift kits for every man in the service from the county including drafted and enlisted personnel. Each kit includes a card and comforting items. relatives may send finished bags to the service member. Local chapters and towns coordinate to ensure no man is overlooked.
The article notes Admiral Edward Eberle to retire from active service after a long tenure at the Naval Academy Annapolis. Secretary of the Navy Drane delivered diplomas to cadets, praising Eberle’s disciplined service and stating the Navy Department recognizes his lengthy commitment beyond the standard term.
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