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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
1
General strike action continues in Budapest with Socialist leaders forming a workers council demanding parliamentary dissolution and an electoral bill. Newspapers cease publication as factories halt, while reports claim mutinies and executions amid unrest across Hungarian towns and Austria-Hungary.
A Belgian relief ship reported finding an abandoned submarine mother ship in the Atlantic. The craft consisted of two 400 foot tanks used to repair U-boats and was in good condition though deserted.
Eastern Oregon communities including Pendleton and La Grande rally to support a proposed school amendment authored by Ben Sheldon. The plan envisions locating a new school via a state board decision, with cooperation from Weaton and The Dallon and broad regional backing. The state regents prepared a lobbying pamphlet and the board anticipates funding delays until after the war or federal approval.
Washington June 5 The agricultural committee agreed on a prohibition amendment offered by Senate Norris as a substitute for the Jones bone dry amendment It provides that beer and liquor manufacture shall cease three months after the act becomes effective and that whiskey and wine production must stop on June 30 191% The measure will be reported to the Senate soon.
Landon June 28 report details a raid by Meyenville forces near Artes Mu toa. The operation resulted in prisoners captured and material losses sustained, with local reports noting swift military action and ongoing pursuit of additional targets.
Washington June 28 Official Italian embassy advices say Germany will demand complete control of Austrian armies following Austria's Piave defeat. German press and public mood sour toward Austria citing their failure to overwhelm Italy. Germans hint Austria was aided by allies with reserves guns and support. Italian authorities see Germany ready to press for revenge as Austrian forces face a serious setback.
Twenty five survivors from the British transport Dwinsk, torpedoed near Herm da, landed at Sherburne aboard the schooner Marshall. They spent eight days at sea with scarce food, drifting about 600 miles, eating biscuits and rationing water. The voyage narrator described the terrifying ordeal and the dire conditions aboard the boats.
Telegram reports the fatal plane fire today at Mount Clemens Michigan involving Lieutenant Sir Templeton, pilot and aviation instructor. Brother of Browerville resident Meitonent Templeton, he enlisted last October in Chicago and was promoted to lieutenant before his death. The flying accident occurred while he taught at Mount Clemens.
London reports authoritative sources say Germany prepares its final supreme effort. A partial northern assault may begin near the British front with a main blow between the Rhine and Ardennes, potentially followed by a southern push toward Rheims Verdun and Toul. Allied forces brace for heavy strikes.
In Chicago June 44, W W Doran of Tacoma delivered a three hour address in Judge Lan Ob courtroom defending the TW. W. defense in the Jead eran trial charged with sedition and sabotage. Doran argued loyalty and patriotism while gesticulating and pacing as he addressed the jury.
A World War I era letter from Lieutenant Fred Steiwer states French forces appear overly confident against German attack. The letter, written from France, discusses artillery, aviation, and trench warfare, noting Allied ranges, weapon use, and keenness to obtain supplies and recruits. It references multiple units and frontline conditions, with Steiwer describing experiences near Weeton and Mondelalan and urging improved Allied measures.
Washington June 25 General Pershing reported 66 enlisted men killed or wounded in action four died from around 22 wounded severely and one taken prisoner The list includes W J Whiteher of Clarkson Washington Willed in Kotton CS Wickland Edmonds and G F Milne of Yam Al worded soverchs
Pendleton to establish a federal employment office with Soerberne Berkeley named examiner in charge. Appointment expected within a week. Office at the corner of Main and Alta streets, phone 248. Farmers welcomed the government opening, valuing easier access to help and supplies.
Jing Wastlington reports a plan to introduce universal military training for boys aged ten, blending military and vocational prep. The war department will present a tentative bill to Congress in September to structure training in two phases at military establishments and civilian schools.
Washington June 28 reports show wheat prices steady at 2.20 per bushel amid market notes. The dispatch cites farm and trade officials as watching supply shifts and global demand pressures, with no immediate change expected in futures.
Los Angeles, June 18. Mexican government funds will be used to purchase American machinery and pipes for a vast farming effort in Mexico. A mission led by Agriculture Minister Pastor Rounix, including Cuban and government officials, travels to Washington to discuss the project as peace returns to Mexico.
Stockholm dispatch notes unconfirmed Telegramblad report claiming Bolsheviki overthrown in Moscow with generals Kalendines and Korniloft in control and Lenine and Trotsky fled to Murman. It also says ex czar’s uncle Nikolai Nikolaioviteh named emperor.
Secretary of State Lansing announced that all branches of the Slav race should be freed from German and Austrian rule. He objected to misinterpretations of the May 29 state, clarifying the United States position regarding Jugoslav and Czech aspirations and stressing that the policy must not be misunderstood.
A June 28 dispatch from Hismarck reports Governor Prakiof holding a commanding lead of about 12 000 votes over rival Jelu for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. The field includes three other hopefuls with Teor among them.
ISMIASAPOLAS June 28 The iodione prohibition law was to lay lok contitutional by the sapreom court. The law betas effective since April 24.
The Chautauqua opens tonight with an Old Soldier Fiddlers concert featuring four Civil War veterans age over 72 and John Pattee in a modern soldier role. Patriotic musical program includes wartime songs, lectures, and a Kentuckian mountains theme with local organizers outlining the week’s lineup and community fund drive.
Pendleton pledges reach 115000 with 35000 more needed today to support the war effort. Reports detail fundraising drives, community leaders, and local volunteers pushing to meet the target amid public calls for unity and rapid action. City lists several pledgers and notes a December deadline as residents rally to bolster national defense.
Washington reports that weak Russian government and party structures slow U S assistance. Officials see no single obstacle, but U S indifference could provoke bitterness or danger. The Bolsheviks and Kerensky are referenced in planning events as the United States moves to counter German influence.
Portland dispatch reports J B O'Brien named general manager of the O W R N under federal railroad administration. Appointment effective July. O'Brien's headquarters likely in Portland with Wells Fargo building offices. unclear if severance from O W R M N occurs.
A June 2 report describes American artillery trapping between 1100 and 1200 German troops in a wooded area. The barrage halted enemy movement and inflicted casualties as American forces pressed the attack amid heavy fire.
Report from Paris states eleven people were killed and fourteen wounded in an air raid. Enemy planes caused extensive material damage as they arrived by multiple routes and faced heavy anti air fire.
Washington dispatches report an Allied air raid Tuesday causing sixteen casualties. Four killed and twelve injured in the raid, with details outlining locations and roads affected as authorities assess impact and forthcoming investigations.
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