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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1917
Page
1
The revolution is declared the shortest and quietest in history as Russian nobles back the revolt. High officials are blamed for the crisis while general amnesty is granted to political offenders and the czar flees. Reports indicate assassinations of Sturmer and Protopopoff and a broad hunt for traitors and spies continues.
Pethoorad reports Rumio’s provisional government seeks alliance with rebels. Key figures named include Prince George Lwoff as premier and council president, interior minister. Paul Minkoff as forview minister. A J Cushkoff as war minister. Kereiieks as justice minister. Manniloff as public instruction minister. Ichingareff as agriculture minister. Tere echtenke as finance minister. Nekrasoff as communications minister. Cadneft as state controller.
In PATROQKAL on March 16 reports say Tiuseen nobility held fifteen meetings to support a revolution that toppled the Emperor of Hureia. Key figures Duke Michael Alrt and his rival were named, corruption swept the Kuselan ministry, and a general amnesty for political offenders was announced. Officials blamed for injustice faced upheaval as crowds and army marched, with rebels seizing power and attacking symbols of authority. In Stockholm reports describe uprisings with mob violence in Petrograd, bakery destruction, and railway disruptions as rebels push to reshape the government.
March 14 London dispatch cites new evidence of German atrocities, including air raid destruction and civilian suffering. The report notes testimonies from authorities and wartime observers detailing indiscriminate bombing and brutal acts.
London reports a shift from autocracy to a modern democracy as Lomlon and Anwittoerment praise the upheaval. Allies cheer the movement as a landmark event, hoping it intensifies action against old regimes and accelerates wartime efforts. Entente leaders expect broader support from Hiumin and stronger resistance to opposing powers.
Pendieten district undergoes a spring election under new state law reducing director terms to three years and extending some terms. J Toe Brown and Judge G W Phelps must seek reelection, while three other directors remain in office with shortened terms.
Washington March 11 President Whiteon faces a storm as the administration hints at executive orders to reshape civil service by removing top three classes. The Senate backs roughly four nominations in a tense session. Officials report civil service termination threats loom, with a focus on new appointees and reform.
Cryptic March 14 report from Mad Brancteigtt Sitchin near Twaamook describes a disturbing confrontation and a fatal incident. Unclear names reference a hall, a threat to the keeper, and a neighbor involved, with a river pursuit and death hinted amid broken phrases.
General and local chairmen representing twelve western railroads ratified the general brotherhood strike order authorizing a walkout Saturday night in Chicago. The action underscores escalating labor tensions as the railway dispute moves toward potential widespread stoppage.
Washington March 16 Navy expert unofficially stated the government’s greatest naval construction program could be indefinitely delayed if a nationwide railroad strike occurs.
Washington March 14 The White House afternoon appointed Senators Martin and Warren as a committee to notify the president the pending semicon was ready to adjourn until April sixteenth. Pes troper Hine Mine LacerM NS March 16 The airy rafts hunewnee an old type British destroyer hit a channel mine yesterday and sank. One dead and two missing.
Talon dispatch from TrETROGRAD dated March 16 states Turkish fortified positions at the summit of Haleshkiun were captured toward Kermanshah. No further details available.
A household cat woke Mrs H B Myers and eight children at 314 Tustin Ward as a fire started in a kitchen. The cat died under the dining room table, flames spread to the attic, and the house owned by the Lower Swageart estate suffered about 1200 in damage. Two older boys escaped with singed hair while alarm was raised and firefighters extinguished the blaze.
Chicago traders circulated rumors that a railroad strike would be averted as May wheat futures rallied. Prices moved with gains across contracts, with May at 1.50 and July near 2.56. The market also showed ranges in open high low close data from March reports in Portland.
In Washington on March 14 the U S government faced objections from foreign governments to armed American vessels entering harbors. The State Department questioned neutrals about admitting warships while reaffirming that armed ships have a right to water harbors. Germany and others reportedly pressed opponents, but the administration stood firm against violations of a manifest right.
Washington March 11 The state department sent a note to Carranza refusing to embargo supplies of munitions to the allies. The note replied to Carranza’s complaints protesting the embargo.
United States observers report Carranza's grip in northern Mexico is weakening as authorities in Chihuahua and Sonora resist the government. Rebels are openly challenging the current regime, signaling a volatile regional crisis.
A March 16 dispatch speculates on the treatment of a revolution report noting anti monarchial aims and the role of bureaucratic elements. It suggests the overthrow would come if revolutionary leaders are weakened, with leaders expressing unwavering determination to unify the people and resist coercive forces.
Official dispatches from government representatives abroad indicate the Russian revolution may reassert influence with the allies, applying pressure to Greece to secure the modification of the current command. The report suggests the Ottoman Empire scarcely supports these developments amid shifting European alignments.
J W Maloney sold his Shotrum ranch of 1800 acres to James Hill at a price higher than the last fall purchase. The land was loaned by Maloney in November at 14.25 per acre with interest. The four year lease transfers to Hill and though the price isn’t public authorities say it exceeds Maloney’s prior lease payment.
El Paso dispatch reports Villa forces murdered two Americans in Durango Magistral area. Victims named include A Wiles of New York and Bert Sheel of Pittsburgh. Bodies burned after torture. Villa forces threaten Chihuahua again.
Mrs Martha Whitman, longtime Pendleton resident and prominent figure in Oregon society, died at her son Herbert Whitman’s home in Pendleton after a week long illness. Survived by five children including Herbert, Walter, Dale, Mabel, and James Kaleo, with services at the Christian church and burial at Kirkamphemy near Weeton.
Washington March 16 FA Snaterhilton of Wet Virginia faced a contested seat in the Senate race. The Republican challenger Howart Sothertlland is noted in the section detailing election protections and party lines.
May build up at Bremerton port district as draft plans stir talk of waterfront work and private involvement. Officials warn about timetable and funding while community groups seek clarity on impact and jobs.
The March 14 Washington report says President Wilson plans vigorous action to curb the railroad strike. Secretary Baker briefs, Senate Anticipates use of troops to prevent mail train disruption. Newlands notes potential presidential power. Bedrock figures like Willard and Bender move to conference with managers and strike leaders.
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