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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1918
Page
1
Petrograd dispatch reports the Moscow Soviet overwhelmingly ratified the German peace treaty amid chaos from the German occupation. Refugees describe conscription of Russian corps under German officers for the western front, with executions threatened for refusals.
Washington March 7. Grain shipments to America are faltering due to severe tonnage shortages, dragging output to about one million bushels monthly. Officials warn the food situation worsens as shipments are cut to favor wheat and troop movem ents.
Reports say a heavy raid under barrage protection was repelled by British forces near Epeher. Enemy efforts south of Grentes and Moelenpelfe failed, while activity at Borpe and Neave-Char pelle areas troubled by mud and shell fire. Trench movements and artillery activity increased along the lines as night settled.
House and Senate conferees reach a railroad control bill. President empowered to act under Interstate Commerce Commission review, aiming to curb competitionless operation. Rate policy mirrors Senate proposal with 21 month federal control after war. no other major changes.
The Chehalis trial reports defense witnesses challenging the state case. Testimony suggests Main could not have entered Fred Swayne's store as the witness testified, undermining the state's narrative while emphasizing Main’s character.
Historic draft measures aim to curb inflammatory material and protect public morals by restricting printing distribution and signaling penalties. Provisions cover permits, health officer reports, and fines up to 25 dollars with enforcement during wartime tensions.
City officials consider an amendment to an existing ordinance that would prevent minors from selling junk. Parents or guardians would no longer affect enforcement as a consented exception. At Pendleton Hide & Junk Co, a dealer testified that some sellers are more careful than others and cited an incident of stolen letters found at a business site. Lawmakers weigh restrictions while noting some dealers operate with discretion on pricing and product placement.
Umatilla County lags in a wartime work campaign as February sales figures stagnate. Officials cite efforts by local committees, with a goal to reach 440 000 dollars by year end, while executives caution against complacency and urge broader outreach to the public.
County manager Bishop announces a countywide War Savings campaign. All committees to be equipped by June, with workers in WS eight hours weekly. A War Savings primer will be left at each house, no postcard orders. Campaign materials to be shown in theaters, schools, churches, and public places to boost thrift Sunday observance.
James Zurcher of Portland outlines a state plan to classify Americans by Liberty Bond purchases. Yellow cards show total slackers, red for partial duty, blue for full subscription, with reports influencing local sentiment across eastern Oregon counties including Umatilla and Union.
Harrison Kipkippellean grandson of Ha u kin ta nim Tre niin travels with Kamiah Nez Perce followers to Tutuilla mission camp meeting near Aitondapee. He and about 40 Kamiah residents join Rev. James Hayes and many others from local reservations for gathering.
In Port Worth Texas on March 7 a report notes a bill proposed to repeal the law fixing legal advertising rates. Portland delegates Jackson and Hapgood submitted the proposal, seeking new maximum rates tied to population and district notices affecting road and irrigation districts.
fragmentary text shows a question to the showse of Comune and mentions Sir Gilbert Parker, a food milleinents, and objections to using new grain in brewing. The readable lines imply a local governance or civic discussion about grain use and brewing practices.
A chaotic incident involved three bootleggers who sampled their own illicit liquor. All were apprehended, with one suffering a badly damaged face. Report details describe the arrests, the ensuing injuries, and the authorities restoring order at the scene.
Chicago March 7 1 The organized packers of America are afraid to come here personally and have hired clever brains to plead that you keep the industry site for autocracy while the hosts of democracy are batting for freedom Frank P Walsh declared closing the federal argument here in an investigation of wage and trade conditions in the meat packing industry Walsh denied the eight hour day would endanger food production for the army and condemned the employers claim that discontent and higher pay would follow during wartime. He noted in 1915 the trust would not grant the eight hour day.
Coroner J. T. Brown was notified that Walter Hawks of Pilot Rock had dropped dead. He had managed the warehouse of HW Callin at Met Rock and worked for Mr. Collings near Pendleton for 14 years. The death occurred while he was helping unload a car. his brother, a local school teacher, is the only other known relative.
March dispatches describe Japan suspending actions in Siberia as Washington notes altered policy signals. Ambassadors and officials in London and Washington assess the move amid wary commentary from observers and allied governments.
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