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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1918
Page
3
Spokane arrivals and local permits headline a Busy day with Emma Hale and Mrs Ferguson receiving licenses to operate rooming homes in the city. Inspectors prepared for travel to Idaho and local figures note openings and repairs while residents plan summer visits and shipments of sheep to the Selway forest.
1H. G. Reddiel accepted a post as office manager at Pendleton Motor Sale Co. He formerly worked with the Farmers Union in the city and is described as an experienced business man.
Command directs county guards to join a large patriotic gathering this evening at Happy Canyon. Captain Drake is named to lead, with Gill among those expected to attend. Mr. and Mrs. FF, Matey and child are noted in attendance as the event draws locals from Walls Walla.
A man named McHane stood on a large rock by a river for about ten minutes then moved away. Gray slipped on the rock as he reached a ledge, grabbed for balance, and his finger was bitten by a rattlesnake hidden beneath. Passersby killed the snake and tended to him. he was reported for examination for service.
A Corvallis man identified as Jesse Smith travels from Pendleton toward Helix to aid the Smith Brot group. He is a brother of a local planter in Umatilla County and recently resided in Corvallis. The text is fragmentary but indicates a move or transfer related to community farming efforts.
In Umaill County a draft board calls for 11 men to volunteer for army technical training in mechanics and trades. Only two applicants have come forward so far, risking undrafted status as the deadline nears.
Tourists are traveling through Pendleton on their wall route with more parties stopping in Pendleton than before. Reports say the mountain road from Lai is better than in years and that the Heppner to Pilot Rock stretch is in very good condition due to recent work.
The Pendleton Commercial Association via Secretary C K Chomaton announces a conference in Forti on June 14 to discuss securing information on a proposed 28 percent freight rate increase ordered by Director General McAdoo. The matter is presented as highly important for its members and affiliated parties.
A Pendleton friend receives a letter from Eastern Oregon minister Lee Tratt, noting two sons in Uncle Sam's service. The missive mentions Charlton being hit in the head but returning to duty and seeking his share of glory, amid other unclear lines about Bow, SEA, and a shipboard reference.
At Farmers Union last Tuesday T O Barnhart led a meeting on wartime prohibition. About 300 people and families voted in favor and urged sending a telegram to congressmen to restrict grain use for spirits during the war. Senator Charles L McNary replied, agreeing to support wartime prohibition.
In a local court, Aubrey Perry faces Colina, a farmer, over water rights and use. The case involves notices, alleged refusals to grant access, and related penalties as proceedings unfold. Also referenced are funds and property matters tied to a dormitory and regional conference implications.
Mee McCance from Seattle visiting with her husband near Pendleton and their daughter Margaret a student at Ri Jéneni's academy Mire McCance will stay a week Attendee Len Mr and Mrs Bert Warrin Helix were in town one morning leaving on number 17 for Portland to visit for a few days Mr Warrin will attend the Manonic Grand Ladime
Cecil Cole will depart Saturday morning to report for government service in Portland. He will undergo a two month course in technical ground work for aviation service.
Mrs George Coppinier and Mrs Allen Mudge depart for Echo to visit Mire Mudge's mother Mrs L F Hate. Mrs J P Bell and daughter Irene join shopping companions returning to Echo. Oregon Ag students Mike Jean Canadin and Mine Biante Citron are mentioned in a fragmented scene with other names and activities.
A county guard unit plans a meeting tomorrow at 7:30 to elect officers and confirm present guard members. The gathering will include two companies of the Coapranise Cotney Grant and will be held at the organization venue with all members on hand.
In Warited area many residents rewrite Qour to the grocery Mores in response to the food administration appeal. About 800 acres of wheat equates to roughly 40,000 bushels, valued at $2 a bushel totaling around $80,000. Officials note spending and receipts under scrutiny as Britain’s war effort influences local measures.
A correspondent in France reports on a friend’s letter describing a lull in action after two weeks in hospital with influenza like symptoms. He mentions the quiet of camp and the occasional excitement as units train and await orders.
Mrs Emain Ashpew underwent a morning operation at St Anthonys hospital and is recovering well The baby is a healthy girl The Robinsons Hamitén Cohen and other relatives returned home from an automobile trip from Budnyride to Beattie The party was accompanied by Mrs Harry Drier formerly Evelyn Switsier
The article reports a bantam wrestling championship lead with contenders from the Navy and others poised to claim Mantam honors. Landman plans to depart before month’s end as the eight crew tensions rise and the event nears in New Orleans.
Rev R B Clevenger presided at a wedding in which a farmer’s daughter became a bride. The region’s weather cooled slightly from yesterday’s heat with a 62 degree low and a 7 degree rise to the warmest point. Home Service efforts urge families to stay in contact with soldiers, ensure allotments are received, and maintain support as cards are sent to aid families during service.
A garbled report notes that a federal Wheat stock aid proposal involves the Food Administration and industrial concerns across 20 cities. It mentions guarantees and storage of wheat, with references to winter conditions and national food security.
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