21 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1918
Page
1
A World War I era dispatch notes Britain pressing on in France three months after a major offensive. German divisions are reduced on the western front with about five fresh divisions remaining and more than 30 moved from active duty to rest. Hin denburg reportedly has around 60 divisions ready for action as the Allies widen pressure.
A Pendleton Commercial Association souvenir album arrives, featuring portraits and autographs of 44 men from the June 1 1918 draft. The book honors the Umatilla County contingent with captions such as Later Duck and includes a long list of names as inscriptions of gratitude for entertainment provided by the association.
A Chicago report quotes Lord Dunmore of England saying Germany has six months to achieve victory. He adds if they fail, Germany is inevitably beaten. The article notes American troops pouring in and ongoing raiding, with the defender moving to our side as war heats up this summer.
Italy reports success along the battle front as Austrian attempts to take Montecchio fail. Italian forces push toward Nericea and Montello, consolidating gains and destroying bridges to block enemy moves while holding lines from Montello to the sea. Austrian reserves are noted as large, with about 120,000 men cornered near Montello.
Washington reports the administration weighing a wheat price boost to cover higher freight costs. The move could push flour prices up by 30 to 50 cents a barrel, signaling a sharper tilt in market costs for bakers and consumers.
Washington June 21 The house military committee visited the war department to learn that American soldiers now hold 48 miles of French trenches and the overseas movement has slowed. They were told that production of machine gun and small arms ammunition must be encouraged as the rubber ammunition output for the month reached 25 060 000 rounds.
Crowder rules draft age workers in domestic service, hotel staff, and similar posts must shift by July 1. Chauffeurs exempt, but footmen, clerks, managers, and several other roles face reassignment. broader employment service coordination urged with local boards.
The Edison-White Chautauqua will stage a tent program on the vacant block near the Catholic church on East Alta street from June 28 to July 4. Albert L. Morar of Heiee, representative for Edison-White, outlined arrangements for the week long event and said many programs will be shown for local residents, offering practical value from a work viewpoint.
Umatilla County farmers scout harvest crews as they brace for a busy season. Labor demand is rising with haying and wheat work expected to begin soon, drawing attention to available jobs for men in the county and surrounding areas.
Paris reports Gen. Pershing has adopted two French war orphans, a five year old girl and her six year old brother, with 1,000 francs a year contributed for their care. Their father died at Verdun.
At a Pendleton meeting Manuel Friedly was named to lead the board for the coming term. Directors include J Te Natoy and J Bamles, with BL South sworn in. The board approved overseeing a new vocational training building and related equipment as part of the district’s plans.
A garbled text fragment mentions a conference with an Austrian delegate over a change and a term related to a price or penalty, but the overall meaning is unclear and no concrete facts or names can be reliably derived.
A detailed community program honors men entering service with a Monday night event at Alta theater. Patriotic film Joan of Arc, vaudeville, speeches by noted locals, and a post-performance gathering with food and talks on vital topics affecting their futures. The gathering includes a March morning event at Commercial block with local officials and veterans groups coordinating a citywide parade.
Unclear clipped dispatches report Austinean and German actions abroad, U boat raider relief claims, Umatilla quota for July 5 at 18, Crewe and RX numbers, and deportation notices. Fragmentary text mentions naval actions, port detentions, and civilian events with sparse details.
June 21 reports show American forces targeting bridges in the Paw region as tensions rise. Officials call for prisoner treatment talks and exchange, with interchanges on schedule and condition described as unsatisfactory.
In June 21 reports 100000 workers quitting near Vienna as police charged pillagers with sabers. Across Pasaritem Ottakring Brigittenay authorities faced clashes. shops were raided and several wounded as crowds shouted for bread and peace.
The text details conflicting German claims of success near Toul and Leideprey, noting heavy artillery and an overnight raid. It mentions 8000 shells used and an attempted raid with casualties, casting doubt on a reported victory and describing conflicting reports.
Washington June 21 Crowder lists 8976 individuals eligible for military service under the draft who have completed high school level education and are now subject to military duty.
Washington dispatch notes cautious optimism on Austria amid internal strife and food riots. German pressure on relief and famine concerns surfaces while a separate military bill advances, allowing South American ships to patrol and extend supply routes.
Fragmentary text mentions Oregon and test restrictions with unclear dates and references to petrole and Dorie. It reads like a damaged notice or report note about meat restrictions or policy changes in Portland or Oregon, but specifics are illegible.
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