Italians push across Piave in decisive pursuit
Raids report Italian infantry and cavalry crossing the Piave, clearing the western bank, retaking Montello, and pursuing Austrians along the east bank. Thousands of prisoners taken, vast material captured, Austrian losses pegged at about 200,000 with Italian losses around 40,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Piave
Montello
Dona di Piave
V. & Airmen
Middle Piave
Jower
Montella
Dine
Anetelaria
Enormouc
Allied nations drift toward peace move in Europe
Washington dispatch reports Germany plotting a vigorous peace initiative at Russia's expense. Allies seek unity of purpose with America Britain and France to avert Russia involvement and settle terms with Italy. The plan suggests surrender of Belgium and northern France while Russia's future role remains a problem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Germany
Romla
America
Great Britain
France
Belgium
Italy
Rusia
Riberia
Aliled Solomate
Americans Advance 400 Yards At Belleau Wood
June 24 dispatch reports American forces pushing 400 yards into Belleau Wood despite German resistance. Troops inflicted heavy casualties, captured machine guns, and entrenched positions amid ruined ground. German letters describe Allied bombardment, widespread Roche dugouts, and anxiety over food and safety as fighting continues near Châteaur Thierry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wer
Mellet
Marnel
Bellean Wood
Choteau Thierry
Bellen Wood
Helle
Roche
Showers and Cloud Bursts Hit Umatilla Area
Rain and cloud bursts affected Umatilla County with showers from Weaton to Ashena and a heavy hit near Pendleton. Farmers benefited as rain boosted crops though some regions received little or too late to aid drought relief. Local creeks and fences suffered minor damage from cloud bursts while warnings urged stock protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umatilla
Weaton
Ashena
Walla Walla
Helle
McKay
Mckhy Creek
John Schmidt
Thorn Hollow
Pendleton
Satorday
Birch Creek
Treporte
Lack Of Men Delays Water Main Extension To Spring
A historic article reports a manpower shortage delaying Thorn Hollow water main work. With 90 workers on site, managers seek 30 more to form an extra crew, hoping to accelerate laying water lines across shifting shifts and avoid further supply delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorn Hollow
Tharn Hallow
Saye
Survie
Chwilr
Late plowing and weeds blamed for crop failures
County Agent M. & Shrock notes findings from a wheat counties tour. He cites late plowing and poor weed control as core causes of failed crops, with early plowing and weed eradication linked to better yields. Varietal trials and crop rotation also show value, while drought and weather are blamed for ongoing poor fields. Germany aids. Washington dispatch reports German reinforcements to Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. & Shrock
Fourth Liberty Loan Plan Totals 6 Billion
Treasury outlines tentative plan for the Fourth Liberty Loan totaling 6 billion dollars. Interest rate set at one and a half percent. Denomination matches the Third Liberty Bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasimington
Treasury
Police Court Busy Arrests Prompt Fines Total
Over three days the police court logged sixteen arrests with fines totaling about 225 dollars. Several drivers were fined for speeding and disorderly conduct, plus charges of drunk and disorderly behavior. Individuals named include Fred J. Reese John G. Mayore Whealee Jock Bettler and William Pur-Vance among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred J. Reese
T Forgueen
Treneiry
William Pur- Vance
Walter Orie
Walter Marrington
Eame
John Me
Government orders train wreck probe update
June 24 dispatch reports the government ordered a preliminary probe into the Michigan Central wreck near Cary with many killed and injured. Hammond Indiana details describe scenes of chaos as investigators prepare to testify and assess fault, while other notes mention a mob incident and a fire brigade response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Michigan, Central
Cary
Hammond
Ind
Anne Somceant
Magenheck Druet
Beg
Kalagnaon
Guero Kiar
Eqilienent Tein
Blinewtt
Telay
Kins
Fiagoan Tinn
Drews
Italian Troops Near Rheims Victorious
PATUS June 24 Italian troops holding positions on the fringe southwest of Rheims repelled a German assault with heavy losses. Official reports say German attempts between the Marne and Rheims were repulsed with prisoners taken. Active artillery fire continued in the Woëvre region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patus
Talian Trope
Heavy cloud burst disrupts Meacham Creek rail line
East Oregonian reports a Sunday cloud burst at Meacham Creek near Meacham caused serious washouts on the O.W. track. Train No. 255 en route west halted after a washout and derailment threats. Crews from Franfield to La Grande assisted, with trains held while the line was cleared.
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Meacham
Murei
Duncan
Mech Ti Creek
Sori Ang
Franfield
la Crende
Delgia
All Class 1 Men in Umatilla County Called
A dated local notice reports that all class 1 men in Umatilla County are called for service. It notes Pendleton and nearby areas will supply volunteers for special service to Iran, with totals evolving through late June and early July. Names for the list are not yet finalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umatilla CO
Nimiv
Mmatilla
Terve Pondicton
Pendicton
Iran
Parade Starts 9 A M For Draft Men With Street Demonstration
A big parade to honor local men leaving for national service is planned tomorrow. The event includes a parade, entertainment at Alta Theater, community sings, speeches, a strawberry tea at the Commercial club, and a large Civic and veterans’ program led by City officials and local organizations. The forecasted program features songs, talks, and a halt at the Pendleton High area with کمک.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton Thas
Loral
National Arms
Alta Theater
Mable Normand
Mattaburg
Tieyd
Fimerwin
de Mar
Prof. C. Broach
Mm R. Chinupek
Walter Towe
Sormin
Ubonsoto
McNace
Alian Orchestra
Jed Ba Prof
Freweh
Teesiay Moralaz
Tillman T. Taylor
Collet Street
Waxt Fri College
Klah Prom
Chiade Penland
Pendleton
Coe A
Pendleton Home Guard
Helix
Piet Hock
Umapine
Freewater Home Guard
Swart
Navy
Claude Pentand
Marktal
Merton Court Street
College
Na Uoend
Counot
Hingald
Anvtoma
Dilew
Kern
College Street
Daughters of the Revolution
Tadies
Ladiew
Ted Cross
St Anthony's Hospital
Folio
Athena
Behe
Horner Guard
Girte
Todd
Wiver
Women's Division Patriotic Service League Organized
The Women's Division Patriotic Service League organized with representatives from most districts. President McNary led a meeting explaining war work aims and the group’s integration into broader war effort activities. Executive committee chosen. district chairs to be named later. strong cooperation noted.
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Women’s Division
Patriotic Service League Organized
Moen
Rene Permanent m
Dleiriee
Ite Coer
Mem W
McNary
Ley M. VO Chetane
Inague
Woodie
Mra T. Pimyrittan
Ohy
Wenn’ Counel
Fener
Mire MM. Oo
Termett
Tarim
Sswrcletinn
Mere Lint
Sturgly
Chamter
Virginia Teld
Tivner Goad
Lewell
War Savings Baclery
Fire Destroys Small Naval Cargo Carrier
The water department reported a small naval cargo carrier was destroyed by fire. The incident occurred near the water's edge as dawn broke, with authorities noting the vessel was damaged beyond repair and efforts continued to determine the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waslington
Wery Department
Carro Carrige Pennimore
Ow Lowe
Alleged Bootleggers Taken at Umatilla
Two men linked to bootlegging were arrested in Umatilla after officers spotted suspicious activity in Pendleton and Umatilla. The pair carried keys and hid contents in sage brush. They posted $500 bond each and face a preliminary hearing before Justice J. H. Parkes as legal actions continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mendleton
Joe Binkely
Jake Morin
Seattle
Pendleton
Umatilla
W. M. Peterson
Portland
J. H. Parkes
German Public Opinion Exasperated At Front Delays
June 24 report notes ideal netting weather delaying Hindenburg's next thrust. A Paris source says German opinion is exasperated by delays, with many calling the campaign a failure as the army has not hit vital points. Desperate efforts to redeem the failure are anticipated as units arrive on the west front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Phillip Simme
British Front
Hindenburg
Paris
Des Perate
Seria Waldhers
Tues
West Front
Hailstorm Drops Walnut Sized Hail on Stanley Creek
A severe hailstorm struck Stanley Creek delivering hailstones reported as large as walnuts. Weather observers noted intense aural and street disruption with damaged gardens and vehicles. No injuries reported as residents assess property damage and request assistance.
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Stanley Creek
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Drogheda
County Kildare
Ireland
Eves Just
Aversosa
Russia
Belleau Wood
Chateau Thiery
Goerman
Umatillaco
Los
Comte
Rheims
Meacham Creek
Guy Matlock
Mare Mooton College
Freer
Soul of Court
Court
Altwat
Brompt
Allied Nations
Drum Corp
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