08 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1917
Page
1
Major General Pershing and his staff land in England as Allied commands coordinate. Reports describe the first American fighting force reaching France and the British advance pressing German lines along northern Belgium and French fronts.
Growing shortages of labor and rising sack prices push farmers toward bulk grain handling. The article notes equipment costs, new elevators, and warehouses aiding adoption, with several farmers already switching from sacks to bulk storage and harvest processes.
A brief market note from Chicago reports a small rise in wheat futures. Prices edged higher with nearby contracts showing gains amid light volume as traders watched weather and harvest outlooks.
An Austrian delegation including two Benewals arrived at Kisheneff for a conference with Russian officials. The participants discussed peace aims, German autocracy, and the need for discipline, while Kerensky’s health and war weariness were noted. The meeting featured calls for a dictatorship to compel peace terms and uphold imperial interests.
A local bond drive reports $75,000 in bonds taken today with $74,000 of subscriptions already processed at the First National Bank. Names include John Cele, MH J. Taylor, and Une Goes among others, as Pendleton records show steady purchases.
Advertising for bids to build ten miles of hard surface road between Pendleton and Higholey station will commence next week. Construction work will begin once the county approves plans and the road is designed for drainage and leveling. The estimated cost is about £160 a mile with minor drainage tweaks and shoulder work.
The article reports allied victors and American plans facing wartime strain as leaders urge rapid legislation. British and French assessments show shifting military efficiency while U.S. officials warn of gravity, advocating a three-man national defense council to grant decisive power within ninety days.
Washington June 18 This year’s crop prospects for wheat oats barley and rye show substantial gains over 1916 estimates. Spring wheat is expected to offset winter losses with a larger total acreage and higher yield per acre, while overall production points to marked increases in 1917 compared with 1916 across major grains.
In a terse naval note, new Marines aboard battleships are described as diligent recruits under training. The report emphasizes discipline, readiness, and the obligation to fight alongside soldiers and sailors in defense of the fleet.
Pendleton begins a large campaign to raise the local share of the National Red Cross War Fund aiming for 16 000 toward a national total of 400 000. A mass meeting formed an executive committee and urged strong support for the drive and the Milton Strawberry Festival delegation to aid Red Cross relief.
The Elk lodge plans a Flag Day program at the Area theatre Thursday led by Commander Lee Caldwell. River patrol duties and silent tributes will honor the flag as part of the community celebration.
Readable fragments describe Collins as sole owner of a hotel. Mention of Hotel Peedieten and references to individuals Gill Garner and La Crane appear in garbled form with unclear dates or actions. No clear events or outcomes are established in the legible text.
Major General John J. Pershing, commander of the first American expeditionary force, arrived in England with his staff amid an ovation. British officers greeted the party as destroyers escorted the liner, and Pershing spoke of bearing the United States’ banner in the war for civilization. He reviewed an honor guard and chatted with a wounded serviceman during a ceremonial reception.
Washington report of a clash among shipyard leaders as Georgeorthals dix meets F. M. Fuelle and FF I. Clerk amid tensions over control of the United States energy corporation. Dispute centers on leadership and direction of the fleet project and production plans.
The Pioneer team at Cine Hilla is celebrated in a festive Weston gathering. Mentions of individuals Walter Reese and Gene Geemete Me are noted amid a lively display of local pride and community support for the Patriots.
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