26 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1919
Page
1
The March 24 report from Paris cites a new all enemy powers treaty to speed a peace settlement by May. The plan would hold Germany responsible for its allies and address global economic reparations, reflecting difficulty in finalizing the economic framework of Europe.
Sergeant Searcy, veteran of Chateau Thierry Belleau Wood and the St Mihiel drive, arrives in New York March 21 with three wounds. He travels to Quantico Virginia for discharge processing as his parents await his homecoming after four years of service.
May establish two permanent recruiting offices in Pendleton if conditions prove favorable. Corporal M. Wiehtdak and Sgt. French arrive for recruiting duty, with French to head headquarters at Pendleton. Crufting officer Cruft will travel to La Grande and Enterprise, while Corporal Wardtoal opens an office in Baker.
London Martha reports that Admiral Kolchak's forces push 40 miles toward the Kama riverbank in the Omek region, piercing Bolshevik lines and securing a front in a contested sector. Widely reported military moves indicate a major advance with strategic implications for control of the area.
Report from Piha Ne dated March 26 describes rioting and chaos as a Turkish flag is hoisted in Zila. Railways in Mingfi district destroyed, crops belonging to the state burned, police overwhelmed, and unrest spreading to Begotte as British troops move toward Gocupus Assomun.
A Budapest dispatch says the Allies notified Hungary they altered their decision and would not finalize the demarcation line set by the armistice. If true, the report marks a significant diplomatic concession by the Allies toward Hungary in Copenhagen.
In Umatilla county a public vote on the League of Nations plebiscite was held today with 182 voters counted and only two opposed. The process aimed to obtain a representative national opinion, encouraging broad participation from all adults.
Berne dated March 26 reports urgent calls from Prince Winiikeh Gracts Mupgariat and chief adviser Lo Kemper for swift Allied intervention against a western flood of Kolahorinn. They warn Hungary and neighboring regions face a marrier against the deluge, stressing disaster unless decisive steps are taken at once.
Street commissioner John Heathman warns that rubbish must be burned or boxed and not piled for unsightly curb heaps. He notes crews have no time to haul bulky debris from yards, urging residents to prepare waste properly or face dumping controls.
Eighty orphans perished in a Catholic school panic at Clehwits when a false fire alarm triggered a deadly crush. The tragedy occurred during the chaos as inmates fled, leaving authorities to investigate causes and safety measures.
The meeting discusses amending the covenant to meet objections while preserving sovereignty. the proposed change likely guarantees the Monroe Doctrine. The voting plan mirrors Britain’s with three effective American judges, and neutrals suggest similar amendments to address concerns. Political views hinge on which party gains points and public opinion.
The county adds twenty thousand acres to the tax roll this year, including 3000 acres with government patents recorded in the past year and four thousand acres of Indian land on the Timila reservation likely to show minimal value. Sixteen thousand acres comprise homesteads and lands with patents expected to yield a higher valuation, while the Indian lands may sell to the highest bidder once patents are issued. Indian lands may transfer to white ownership after patenting and sale.
The Presbyterian church of Pendleton adopted a 5000 dollar annual budget for the coming year at the annual business meeting presided by DY W H Bleakney of Whitman College. The budget excludes benevolences and funding. Elders elected include AL BK McCulley FP a Hagenen HW Ke MelLean and J Akoyna. Deacons elected include HH BK McLean George Peebhler KB Baer Aire Willian Mlakeley HM G Biyden Charion Bonney as deacons. Richard Mayberry elected treasurer and Mrs. Charles Norris secretary. Roy Rhtner spoke on the Hed Cree and the New Era Movement in the Presbyterian Church.
In London on March 26 delegates of the miners decide whether to launch a nationwide strike. The miners executive council recommended accept government terms, with a ballot to follow. The miners demand government action including troops from Peru and urging Allied pressure.
A fragmented item notes clocks and daylight saving, suggesting clocks advance Sunday. The piece discusses average families waking earlier to cooler mornings while extended evenings offer more sunlight. Readers are asked to consider the season's change and its impact on daily routines.
Officials including W dr Bennett and H Van Winkler held a late stage inquiry into the Teel irrigation project route and land value as the state securities commission considers bond certification. Percy Cupper, state engineer, left the party at Echo, noting a seven day delay before a decision.
The day for appointing a member of the state highway commission arrives with W L Thompsons term expiring. Governor Olcott is expected to name Thompson to succeed himself, covering Portland and the Willamette Valley road matters, with a Salem assignment anticipated and a Pendleton return Saturday morning.
Contia County Red Cross directors decide to keep the current $15,666.14 on hand for chapter needs and ask headquarters to allow funds to remain locally while expenses this month near $5,000, including $400 for feeding 3,500 colliens. Meeting sets monthly 2 pm on the last Wednesday. attendees include Roy Ritner, Mrs. Cox, and others from Mendleton, Helis, Amapine, and Milton.
Vienna dispatches report Czechs occupy a major city near Budapest as a red army forms to drain the bourgeois. Hungary tightens control with proclamations banning street crowds, liquor, and departures from Budapest. Executions for looting occur. sympathy protests arise in Vienna.
Sergeant George Morgan, in France since last Thanksgiving with the Tronh Engineers, will return to Pendleton on No 18 tonight from Camp Lewis. His father confirms the report. Morgan has served as a firing sergeant with the replacement regiment in France since April. About 24,000 men have passed through that regiment. The regiment arrived in France December 10, 1917, and was fully trained as a pioneer replacement unit despite being designated for training replacements.
A wartime dispatch lauds Rev. Cornelison for tireless service from preaching sermons to yard work. Endorsements from church officers note his faithful efficiency and willingness to serve under harsh conditions in France. He, with E. G. Talcott, aided as motormen during deployments, with letters of commendation sent to command authorities.
War time notice from Warsaw March 20 states Snyder of the Oregon Live Insurance Co has been named by Uncle Sam to advise soldiers and sailors on War Relief Information. He will offer free guidance on all related matters and will be at Pendleton Abetthet office in the American National Bank building, especially Saturdays. The report also notes Bolsheviks routed after taking Pinsk and Crandon.
Pendleton figures George La Fortwing Weaver Walker and Hermiston Charles L Fraser along with John L Melvin Weston join Oregon men arriving in New York yesterday. They served in World War II units including 46th Coast Artillery and St Nazaire Casual Company. Some progress to Camp Merritt and Mt XII, with expected return home in weeks.
O. W. R. N. Co. to restore Pendleton Umatilla motor service starting Monday March 71 with daily operation except Sunday. Trains 17 and 19 will not stop at Hermiston Stanfield and Hin kle. schedule to be published.
Nauport France monthly dated 1948 reports Cornelison's division entraining for home. Soldiers traveled through Sarthe and Champagne training zones and received welfare aid including hot cocoa cookies chocolates and cigarettes. The writer recalls the continental thrill of cheering voices and plans to see friends in New York.
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