29 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1918
Page
1
June 26 report from Parr describes stubborn German counterattacks repulsed as French forces gain ground near Bielma. Italians push Germans from advanced positions, with sharp fighting in the hills and forest. several clashes near ravines, prisoners and material taken by French.
Prof J Verner, a noted Harvard figure, met Pendleton residents and local students during a Sunday stay at Hotel Pendleton. He noted 32 Umatilla county graduates, 15 from Pendleton, and listed local names. He praised wartime service by students and faculty, and said many are entering or preparing for military duties as the college eyes a war driven year ahead.
Fragmented report describes a lieutenant struck during a bombing raid on HMS. The chaotic text mentions German lines, bombardment near Pranghm, and injuries to a British officer. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but imply a naval air attack context with German resistance and limited recovered facts.
Umatilla county war stamp drive lags as leaders urge rapid response across Pendleton and area. Officials note luxury incomes dodge pledges while urging residents to buy from 8600 to 61000 in stamps by December 31. The article cites quotas based on population and stresses county-wide effort to meet Third Liberty Loan targets.
Opening night of the Chautauqua in Pendleton featured the Old Soldier Fiddlers and a packed program. Morning lectures and juvenile events gave way to afternoon preludes and a sacred production by Morrison Smith Company. Superintendent Flynn announced a revised schedule with opening hour at 7:00 and afternoon programs at 2:50, inviting all to attend.
Umatilla county chairwoman May T. Kinh op sent from Portland that Pendleton would push hard to meet the national War Savings quota of 2 090 006 000 with continued effort until over the top. She noted Oregon and Portland would mirror county plans as attention focuses on education and fundraising for the war effort. By Monday follow-up organizations will be ready to cover any gaps and ensure full completion of the quota.
Five Ummatill county men entered an automobile trade school at 5 a.m. to take courses in mechanical work. Blaine Burton Carl Hicks Owen Byrd Emery Worthington and George McLaren are named as participants. Friends and relatives gathered at the station to send them off.
A Dallas boy Harold Polling, son of Dr and Mrs Polling, endured a harrowing night in No Man's Land with two American engineers on hazardous duty. They faced rifle and shell fire for hours, crawled back bloodied and mud encrusted just before dawn, and Polling later aided by an officer despite injuries. Polling, building secretary of Abel My in Vancouver, was celebrated for his grit in letters from comrades.
President today prepared a statement on Russian policy and economic aid before any arms program. After talks with Britain France and Italy he indicated support for aid tied to restoring buying power and farm recovery while resisting German advances.
Pendleton In The WoRR campaign reports a pledge total of 165000 with 3509 represented by prior stamps and 10000 in new pledges. Alfred Lockwood, campaign chairman, notes county funds rely on continued local subscriptions and urges residents to contribute to reach the county total.
Washington June 22 The senate voted to confer the title of General on Crowder in recognition of service in the collection of the draft act. Americans in Italy and troops landed in Italy. Ambulance unit arrived Rome June 26. A strong American military ambulance event has emerged. London June 20 British casualties for the past week totaled 22 17K. The killed were 1232 officers and 1200 men. Wounded etc. Cartages unchanged. Washington June 21 The sea coast posts dollar army with press and market roughness noted.
A readerly summary of the ongoing war on the western front noting Allied advantage with American troops arriving in France, Germany's strategic position, and the expectation that fighting may extend for much longer. The piece weighs German hopes for a favorable peace against Allied momentum and the potential for American impact to shift terms.
Mutually intensified artillery action advances as Allied forces report heavy bombardment and German losses. Daily dispatches describe advances near Nieppe and northwest of Monte Chantigny with captures and a push against trench positions opposite the Somme.
Report states Lee Savely attacked while trying to sell ten thrift stamps. Incident involved a knife, car damage, and a struggle during a confrontation with Besner and others. Authorities reportedly have not filed a formal complaint as of now, with community tensions noted but no charges reported.
Dispatches announce Nicholas Omanoff killed by bayonets as tensions rise between Moscow and Shanghai areas. Reports describe a chaotic scene with guards, imprisonments, and political upheaval across multiple cities, including Ekaterinburg and Jedevarde, amid war ministry statements and imperial concerns. The fragmentary text notes a special train and detentions involving prominent individuals.
A garbled report describes Adee as a feature in Saskatoon amid a June wind and damage details. The text is partial and unclear, but mentions a broker Teak Windtuw and a regimented scene with light and disturbance. No clear dates or outcomes are legible.
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