President Wilson Sails to France Amid Public Cheers
New York March 6 The transport George Washington carrying President Wilson to France departed amid a near empty harbor due to a strike. Wilson, speaking to reporters before sailing, said he remains confident in the League of Nations and that the public will understand inflation policy. He noted progress at the Paris peace conference and suggested a likely earlier return to America.
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Architect visits Pendleton to discuss hospital plan
A Seattle architect for Beexer Brothers of Seattle arrived in Pendleton to discuss an option for a new hospital for the Sisters of St. Francis or a new wing. Preliminary plans cite an investment around 200000 dollars with figures garbled in the transcript.
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Soviet Rule in Northwest Plotted in Spokane
Spokane dispatches reveal a nationwide general strike planned for May 1 International Labor Day, aimed at establishing a soviet government. It details alleged preparations in Spokane and nearby inclinations, with a scheduled May uprising and anticipated demonstrations at a local hall.
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Big time for Elks tomorrow evening
Captain Fred Lievailen and Tilent Janes Storei will preside at Pendleton Lodge No. 28k. A large delegation from Walla Walla is planned to attend the meeting in Pendleton to retire the year and initiate new members. An Eagle Woodmen hall event is also announced with Walla Walla men signing to trek to Pendleton. A banquet will be served.
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Ernest Crockett Returns From Overseas Duty
Ernest Crockett arrives in Pendleton after serving with the Canadian army. He was wounded three times and spent months in an English hospital. Now home healthier and stronger he plans to study at the University of Oregon in the spring under an Idaho visit.
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University of Oregon
Ford Car Presented to Assessor Strain
Ford car presented today by local friends in recognition of services by C. P. Birain as secretary of the road bonding camp organization. The gift, bought at auction with funds from area supporters, honors Strain for leading the effort and the strong voter turnout yesterday.
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Strain
Mayors urge Congress to reconvene amid crisis
Washington report on a San Francisco mayor Ralph leading a conference of governors and mayors urging the president to immediately reconvene Congress to address a national reconstruction period. Delegates discuss reducing coast living costs, wage protections, and actions on rail funding and labor cooperation.
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Congress Leaves U S In Lurch
Washington March 6 Congress adjourned amid shortages and stalled funding for army transport and veterans programs. Officials say no money means cutbacks in service while peace talks shape postwar plans. Congress offered no new employment measures or homestead reclamation funding, delaying return of troops from France.
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Turbulent German Crisis Report Across Berlin and Europe
March reports from Berlin and Basle describe volatile conditions as government troops waver and radical factions seek revolution. Strikes, looting, and weapon mobilization spread, with shortages deepening as workers strike and police stations face attacks.
UmatiIla County Tops Banner Wheat List in Oregon
Umatilla County ranks among 14 banner wheat counties nationwide with 3,306,000 bushels produced in 2017, placing fourth in value. The Price Current Grain Report lists Lancaster PA, Minnesota, and Washington as leading regions, with Ohio and others following.
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Alaska booting whisky potson case shocks Cordovia
Reports from Cordovia Alaska describe a whisky labeled bootlegged that reportedly contains dangerous polon. Dr W A Caswell city physician warns the potent poison could harm any consumer. Maren Ba called Whisky dangerous and authorities urge caution while investigations continue.
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Return of Railroads Counseled Washington Plan
Director General Hines proposes two options to ease the railroads' financial crisis caused by Senate inaction on a 100 million appropriation. One is private management with government guardianship. the other is government loan funding to avert collapse, risking competition with private lenders and market notes.
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Republican Leaders Plan Future Session
Washington March 5 Republicans plan the first session of the ith congress. The committee slate of 36 members from each Republican state delegation aims to organize and draft a legislative program. Meetings may continue this week as leaders and potential speakers are discussed among Mann Longworth Moore Montel and Graham.
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Montel
Graham
Lieutenant Despain Turns Florist After Army Service
Lt Charles Despain, formerly in the signal corps, has left the army and returns to Pendleton where he enters a new life as a florist. He was issued a permit in Livermore's addition to Pendleton for a construction expenditure of 200 dollars. The Pendleton high school military unit adds new members and reorganizes squads for the second time this term.
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Charl. D. Despain
Army
Signal Corps
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Pendleton
Dyorden Filettetald
Road bond vote count shows strong county support
East Oregonian reports 61 of 64 precints tallied with 3489 in favor and 427 against road bonds. Pendleton 1320 for and none against in two precincts, Cottonwood No 1 voting against. eastern precincts largely in favor. Returns sped by night. by 9:30, 40 of 66 precincts counted.
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Four Minute Men Receive Certificates of Appreciation
Certificates honoring the Four Minute Men of Umatilla County are issued by county speaker chair C. Guy Matlock. Recipients include judges, pastors, professors, and local leaders such as Harry M. Chambers, Judge James A. Fee, Rev. R. E. Gornell, Senator Roy Ritner, and Dan Smythe, reflecting appreciation from President Wilson and national committee head Wi lom H. Ingerwell for wartime speaking services.
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Wiom H. Ingerwell
Committee of Public Informatiom
Umatu County
C. Guy Matlock
Harry M. Chambers
James A. Fee
Stépnéiy A Lowell
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W. L. Thompson
Preliminary terms near completion in Paris talks
Paris march 5 Germans to be invited to Paris to receive preliminary peace terms within a week or ten days after President Wilson’s arrival. Reported that Germany may pay 2 to 40 billions in indemnity. Separate peace treaty conditions nearing final approval by Wilson, Lloyd George, and Orlando.
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Soldier brings back pal to locate here
Sergeant Anthony F F Dorksha ken of Umatilla county returns home after honorable discharge and brings a fellow recruit, Tate Costrick, to Pendleton. Costrick served with Dorkshagen after joining the army from Asteria, both later transferring to the 72nd Infantry and landing in France on October 28 but not reaching the front. They depart this morning for Hermiston where Dorkshagen has a farm he left when called to service.
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Dorlahnaken
Carpenters End Vacation as Pay Increase Talks Begin
In Penden the carpenters return to work after a three day vacation following a tentative agreement between contractors and union carpenters. Dunham Brownlow Payne offices report eleven contractors ready to proceed. The deal awaits final decision next week after union talks.
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