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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1918
Page
1
Report from AMERICAN FRONT dated March 16 notes officers and men receiving a French cross after a German dog mascot incident. It mentions trench fever and a body louse as the carrier, with seventy two American soldiers volunteering as subjects for vermin bites to study the disease and aid Allied manpower.
March 15 dispatch reports Colonel Dongle MacArthur and eight enlisted Americans receiving the French war cross for gallantry on the front. German trenches in the End- and Ouvrier region have been consolidated by American forces with automatic rifles, while aerial activity increases. Captain Roosevelt is noted for decoration on ar enal operating table as French general lauded the bravery of the Aldetrious family member among the troops. Hoopevelt was wounded Monday on the Toul front.
SAN FRANCISCO March 11 A summary of the British American draft treaty says registration day will occur in a few months for all Brits and Canadians between 20 and 40. They will then be subject to the American draft or must enlist in British Canadian or American forces. American subjects in British territory face similar terms, with draft liability aligned to the American draft.
Washington report notes that casualty lists and addresses appear monthly or twice monthly as the plan, endorsed by officials, unfolds under President Wilson's guidance. Former United States Senior Examiner Mephonon died after a long illness in Manriennetta Wisconsin, March 15.
March 1, 19xx reports indicate increasing Japanese mobilization in Siberia and growing American support for intervention. Allied powers favor action as talks press toward unified Chinese response with Tayuin seeking mediation to align northern and southern regions.
Premier Feranch and Forelen Min- Liter Motone spearhead a proposed drive to protect ammunition and food shipments across the Trans-Siberian route, storing supplies along the line a month before deployment to counter enemy advances.
Report from Gregory South Dakota and nearby areas describes five organizers of the National Nonpartisan League beaten and expelled during an attempted meeting near the Nebraska line. In Minnesota, Joseph Gilbert and two others face indictment on charges tied to alleged misconduct connected to the league. The district court’s actions and potential Supreme Court ruling are noted as the case progresses.
Notice urges Pendleton voters to register by the deadline. Registration books remain open. city registrar J. K. Brown notes only 610 had registered, with about three fourths of qualified voters still unregistered.
March 15 report from Tontomdack notes hostile raids at Pasechomdack repelled with British counterfire near Vi llers Tustain. Additional activity reported in the Cambri, Armentieres, Messines and Menin sectors as Allied forces hold positions and threats remain.
scattered telegraph items describe threats to the United States arsenal near Chicago and St Louis, with mentions of a plant being heavily pusted and a ban on sale of squal items within five miles of a naval base, plus political actions in Chicago and a rail price increase in Washington.
Amsterdam dispatch reports General von Ludendorff declaring the west front would see the war's greatest battle if the foe refused to bend. He claims German strength in men, matériel, air, and tanks would overpower the enemy, underscoring a bold strategic stance amid the conflict.
The article notes a national book drive for soldiers, with dates set for March 18 and 25. It calls on libraries and citizens, including the American Library Association, to donate books and to aid reading material for troops. It highlights broad support across the United States and mentions requests for donated volumes from various regions and institutions.
A new strike spreads in Austria with several railroads hit and Florisdorff factories closing as workers refuse military orders to return to work. The action, centered near Vienna, was reported from Copenhagen with details noting factory shutdowns and growing labor action.
Washington March 15. Secretary Houston asks Congress for a twenty million appropriation to finance emergency work. Allocation intended to support farm labor, boost production, and sustain farming areas during wartime.
The county to observe thrift Sunday with ministers urged to preach thrift in sermons. Preparations begin for thrift sale events opening the thrift drive on the 11th, aiming to boost thrift stamps and sales countywide. State director Jackson notes emphasis on thrift for men women and children to foster a thrift spirit statewide.
Washington March 16 The House approved an appropriation measure after lengthy discussion on executive payrolls and federal employer costs. The bill outlines funding for defense and public protection programs, with projected total spending around two thousand million dollars.
A garbled notice-like block mentions a survey of employment, a firmer seeking a job, and multiple unreadable lines. It references applicants and a timeframe from 2 to 30 days, with scattered hints of ads and work opportunities. The readable parts point to a classifieds style item about seeking workers and potential tasks.
Women in the United States join revolver training as part of a nationwide program by the Women’s Motor Corps of America. New York police officials opened the range to women, reporting an average score of 72 out of 100 on the first day, comparable to a rookie officer’s average.
Minnesota millers urge the food administration to investigate their business and settle profiteering allegations. Representatives traveled to Chicago to press for a probe and expose abnormal price practices affecting farmers and consumers.
Army officials say the national guard may shed its state flavor as troops are fed from several lines to shift to national roles. The law requires maintaining state character where possible, but wartime necessities may erase it.
In Kansas City on March 3 5 a union leader announced a plan to call 20 000 workers to strike to protest refusals by owners to meet demands. The action targets striking employees but excludes city water plant and hospital workers, with broader impact limited by local conditions.
Enthusiasm rose as two former faculty members T E Chloutek and Chas H Marsh spoke to students at the high school about the Junior Red Cross. Chloutek warned about 22 million hungry children in the United States and urged wider support. Marsh urged thrift stamps over candy while recounting county school activities. Forshaw led a French song with students joining in English.
Berlin reports German forces occupy Hochmatech in Ukraine and move toward northern Transcaucasia despite a price treaty. Petograd notes Turkish advances with Bursland resistance and unclear Battum district actions. Pan Soviet congress shows overwhelming acceptance of terms but state union reps quit. Trotsky named to command. Lyoff defeated amid Siberia plans with Japan.
New York women joined the voting for the first time, aiding the election of four Tammany Hall men to the hour of representatives as shown in the photo.
Washington March 15 Accelerated troop movements are the brightest spot in American war effort while the delay in the aviation program is the main issue. The first joint session of the war council and senate military committee reveals the government is investigating the aviation delay. Confidential information given to the senate committee will be shared with the house committee through bi weekly sessions when Pershing's cables are read and explained.
Petrograd reports twenty thousand dead from civil war in Turkestan between Soviets and natives. Fierce battles continue as to the fate of the region.
Harvey G. Starkweather, Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, campaigns for votes in the April 17 primary. A former school administrator and city superintendent, he tours the state with K A Brown of Oregon City, former owner of the Oregonettliy Courier, and is backed by Clackamas County connections.
HARRISBURG March 15 two women died and forty injured when a home brewer failed, derailing two Pullman cars on the Pennsylvania line.
A garbled report describes unrest linked to sugar slacker behavior in downtown eateries. It alleges confrontations with local authorities, citing warnings from the food administration and complaints about dietary infractions. The piece references travel disruptions and claims strict instruction against overeating.
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