05 Jun 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1919
Page
1
A chaotic report details a live wire causing a coal mine tunnel fire with fatalities. It cites a bond bill lagging behind and road bills passing, noting margins across several county measures and elections.
At 6 40 a.m. an explosion occurred as 200 men began work in the east end. Two homes were entered in the area near the carnival grounds. Petty robberies reported in the Brownfield and McCulley homes. a gold chain and money belonging to the Brownfield child were taken. Mrs. Clita A. Brownfield and Eugene McCulley reported the break ins. Police are investigating the two cases and urging residents to remain vigilant.
Paris Atlanta June 6. Strikers claim growing numbers in the telephone and telegraph unions push for a nationwide walkout. Mayor and federal officials falter as Major Key fails to unite strikers with wire administration leaders. proposal to cable President Wilson remains unresolved. Open Burleson still undecided.
Salem announces that First Lieutenant Louis M. Compton of Salem will succeed Joseph F. Keller as state parole officer. Keller resigned, effective July 1. Compton, a veteran of the 162d Infantry, was wounded at the front and awarded the Croix de Guerre. He previously served as secretary of the Salem YMCA.
Every city readies for a Salvation Army fundraising drive starting June 22 under C H W McPike who directs the effort. County leaders estimate a goal of 5900 to support the campaign with local committees forming to oversee the drive and volunteers stepping in to organize events and solicitations.
Newsies Journey 1 highlights Wonderland for Ot Coane with guests from the Alamo show last night. Report notes hours passed quickly, a lively crowd, and the novelty of free entertainments. Young Harry Folsom remarks on the abundance of shows and the absence of ticket cost for the youth.
A report says Tom Simonton of Pendleton will build a $16,000 residence at 200 Jackson Street. The bolt on the property, formerly owned by the late Ben Oule, is being torn down for the new building. Since Ben’s death, his son John Cole has lived in the Jackson Street home.
C P Miller plumber suffers severe facial burns when a gas tank explodes during repairs at his shop. A helper lit a match to aid visibility, flames blasted from a hole and singed his eyebrow and forehead. Miller continued work after bandaging.
Murphy Brothers, millers and operators, have bought the Mile and Haxeal store and will run it as a Petaleters under their management. Murphy, recently back from France, will manage the business and oversee Hale and Hascall contracts and retail trade while Hale remains ill in hospital.
The official election count in Umatilla County shows all measures failed except the sal drere and mailors educational bill which passed by a narrow margin. Totals list county indebtedness for permanent roads, reconstruction bonds, irrigation district interest, and other state and local finance questions with mixed Yes and No tallies.
British negotiators shift to mediator role as America influences Turkey talks. Officials say terms remain largely unchanged, with no major concessions offered to Turkish demands. Report notes old tensions linger and Allied experts watch for a decisive move as negotiations continue.
The Austrian government announces a three day national mourning period and aligns with the German plan of protest. The move, reported by AICHE on June 8, follows a directive extending to a wider region and signals heightened regional tensions.
The report from Al ink outlines Cecil Wade’s victory in the Coos County judge recall election. Late returns show Wade defeating challengers with decisive margins, while other county offices see shifts and eliminations among candidates.
A garbled notice indicates no concert tonight with a rescheduled performance tomorrow. It mentions band members and a carnival, and hints at a fundraiser event on the lawn with Timbers and a local group. Names like Kendell appear in the fragmentary text.
Unclear OCR text describes a disturbance at Poetmaster General Store with references to owners and turmoil. Key names or locations are not readable, but indicates an incident involving ownership or control and a possible disruption for shopkeepers.
The city honors aviators who crossed the Atlantic marking a historic feat. Salvation Army Lassies are praised for bravery as they gather funds on Fifth Avenue for a $15,000,000 drive to support relief efforts.
Penidleten leaders award victory flag in a ceremony at the courthouse on East Court street and College street. Lieutenant Robert Xuykendall and Mag. District Chairman George A. Hartmut will preside as the city and county flags are unveiled with a brief concert by the Fen diction Round-p bend and the Alan Shows band, following the Victory loan flag design similar to earlier Liberty loans. The county flag will be raised at the courthouse while the city flag flies above the city hall.
The county will offer a grade exam on June 12 for a vehicle health and erosion assessment. County Superintendent WW Crees Neue teihey notes the test may take place this month, with diplomas to be sent from the superintendent's office to those who passed.
A deadly explosion in a Wilkes-Barre tunnel killed eighty five miners and injured many more. The scene resembled a battlefield as families searched for loved ones amid chaos with heroes identified among the dead and emergency crews rushing aid to the surface.
Joseph N Soddl, a prominent Athena farmer, bought the Dr. am dem residence at 116 Laws Street for 12 000 from W Morrison. The De Co x Smith built house stands on 100 foot frontage on Lewis Street. Dr. Borden says he plans to move to Pendleton within a year with his wife and children.
Readable portions praise the rose show and its impact on local pride in Pendleton. Mentions educators, pastors, and civic figures, with plans for more roses and better town image, citing prizes and exhibits.
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