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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1917
Page
6
The East Oregonian discusses loyalty to the United States amid a matter described as the spirit of the demon ry. The piece frames enduring allegiance as central to the issue and signals a call for unity and national loyalty.
A Pendleton patriotic day speech urges unity across politics and classes, stressing that peace cannot be bought at any price and that the nation must defend its rights and ideals. Red Cross events are encouraged to succeed, with a call for all residents to join and prove loyalty when the nation calls.
The piece argues that universal compulsory training would create a large ready military force without harming industrial or professional careers. It claims training should start before marriage and life commitments, not interfere with schooling or employment, and apply equally to all without favoritism.
Fragmentary OCR suggests discussion of compulsory military training. Text argues training would attract diverse groups, not just aggressive patriots, and questions its unconditional application as a test of patriotism and preparedness.
The Boston Post argues Roosevelt should focus on tempered, constructive work instead of pushing immediate war. It mocks him as overstepping roles and urges restraint until a proper need arises, hoping for sober leadership from the commander in chief.
The Oregonian argues Pendleton should not waste vacant lots and must boost home gardens to raise the food supply for this summer and next winter. Water concessions for irrigated lots could help, as shortages loom until after the war. A separate note mentions the St. Louis, the first armed merchantman, evading blockade before German submarines attacked.
Fragmentary passage notes a debate over wartime actions and naval visibility. Mentions Congressman Mann and a statement deemed sound though possibly unnecessary. The text is sparse and does not provide concrete event details, dates, or outcomes.
A handwritten collage from March 7 recounts a west freight arrival with a man noticed riding his own car loaded with furniture and a saloon bar. The owner cried “King to Tacoma” when asked about destination.
Umatilla County has no operating mines. Major Lee Moorhouse is noted for receiving tithes and a government commission in 1479 from Governor Thayer as assistant adjutant general to James Turner of the Oregon Militia. Lincoln County honors Senator Ling of Missouri in 1847. Pendleton whiskey prices rise as elders seek sobriety. A four day wind storm last weekend is described as the worst in 15 years for the western part of the county.
Jacksonville March 24 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt voiced a plan to form a division of American soldiers in trenches in France within four to five months if allowed by the government. The moment followed a Dixie band encore and Roosevelt said he wished that tune could be played again on Hindenburg's line. He urged universal military training as the United States aimed to push the war toward Germany. Roosevelt then departed for Fort Myers to pursue training.
Fragmented text calls for residents to decide on intoxicating liquors licenses. It references Pennsylvania and a public vote process, mentioning standpoints and existing legal rules, but the passage is severely garbled and unreadable in parts. The fragment hints at a framework for voting on liquor sales.
In spite of thin odious representation, eleven of the sixty-seven counties in the state are effectively dry. The statement notes a wide gap in alcohol prohibitions, with only a small number of counties maintaining a ban while most allow some form of sale or distribution.
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