Germany faces peace terms with limited concessions
An anxious dispatch from Washington outlines Allied expectations for Chancellor Huliweg’s tomorrow offer amid European unrest. German demands reportedly seek freedom of trade and economic guarantees, while Allies fear a “death grip” on eastern Europe if accepted. The piece notes leaders doubt permanent peace and foresee concessions tied to the western front and Belgium.
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Landon
Huliweg
Pine Cennan
Wa Holland
Theodore Waltf
Germany
Byarey
Yokohana
Antwerp
Arowge Martin
Washington
Mulgaris
Turkey
Allie
Cpermany
Allien
Captain Harris Among Survivors Of Vacuum Disaster
May 2 report confirms captain Harris and six others rescued from the American steamship Vacuum disaster. Survivors recount the submarine attack and sinking, with details of boats damaged and occupants drowning. Consular accounts cite six women among the survivors and note chaos as the ship went down after firing its guns.
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Vacuum
Harris
Vhiaater
Heatewalt
Warrie
George Wilson
Ional
Morrie
Atx
Veremite Camp Weil Franktcco Observed May Visit
A damaged fragment notes a May 2 visit by David, proprietor of Cramp Carr, who arrived from complications after an invitation. Garry conducted the camp for nearly 56 years, with unclear references to people and places.
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Tee
Veremite
Weil
David Was
Cramp Carr
Waller
Garry
See the Girl Blow Mice Edwardina Lavotle as Bugler
A fragment from a New York National Guard report notes Edwardina Lavotle, a regular bugler in the First Field Artillery, and Mombera Of She feel merd mot be ens tiited. The text hints at competition with male buglers and a wish to serve in trenches with new troops amid doubt.
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Mice Edwardina Lavotle
First Field Artillery
New York National Guard
Mombera
Rest Big Factor In Child's Life Says Miss Milam
Miss Milam of OFA GC told a county library audience that modern children risk nervous disorders when deprived of proper rest and environment. She cited five to seven year olds as crucial for self control and good habits, urged parental love directed healthful living, and noted sleep needs of about 11 hours for one year olds and 26 hours in 34 for babies. Milam bus tour included Baker Grande Union and Enterprise in eastern Oregon before continuing to Union county.
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Miss Milam
Dies Milani
Heslop
Vernet
Alimeet Insurance
Mie Milam
Oremon
Union County
Baker
Grande Union and Enterprise
War effort require close state and federal cooperation
Secretary of War Baker told defense officials that state and federal governments must work in close cooperation to win the war. He urged registration, unity, and patriotism while preserving National Guard identity and boosting production to support Allied needs. Secretary Lane warned of German threats and emphasized speeding ship production and reclamation projects to sustain supplies and victory.
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Washington
Huker
National Guard
Paker
Taker
Atlantic
Lane
Laine
State Defen Council
Sarliniais
France
United States
Thuretehly
Cerman
US Vessel Sunk 13 Perish in German Submarine Attack
London May 2 Thirteen members of the Holkingham crew perished when the American steamer was torpedoed by a German submarine. A patrol vessel recovered thirty three survivors who provided testimony about the attack and identified the submarine.
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Holkingham
Russian May Day Passes Peacefully
May Day events in Petrograd pass without major clashes after a day of unrest sparked by agitators. Citizens and military officials report subdued demonstrations as authorities enforce peace and public order amid political tension.
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Petrograd
London
Ftustia
Ernest
Gernnral Kushtalineki
Protest on Espionage Bill Provisions in House
Washington May 2 lawmakers voiced strong objections to a provision within the espionage bill empowering the President to prohibit publishing information about national defense by proclamation. The debate centered on rights and the scope of executive power in wartime secrecy and public record access.
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Washington
Viaveroim
Stanfield youth fined remitted after whip thrashing
A 16 year old Stanfield youth faced a charge of alleged theft and was fined five dollars. On district attorney’s recommendation the fine was remitted and instead the youth received a thrashing with a sagebrush whip administered by Hall.
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Hall
Stanfield
Peace Parkes
Attebury
Dos
Waa
Torne
Hilo
Roadster Sale Reported At Jeery Motor Garage
A garbled notice from Ray Buick Ave indicates the sale of four roadsters by Jeery Motor Garage to I AL Hoaver. The fragmentary text offers few concrete details beyond the supplier and buyer names.
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Jeery Motor Garage
Railroads Hire Women In Place Of Men In Key Roles
Eastern railroads including New Haven Lehigh Valley Erie New York Central and Pennsylvania plan to use women where men are drafted. Women will not replace those in direct train operation but will fill clerical ticketing and dispatch roles and perform cleaning and related tasks in some depots and depots.
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New Haven
Lehigh Valley
Erie
New York Central
Pennsylvania
Nut
Long Island
Wellar
April Rainfall Doubles Normal in Cool Wet Month
The month saw rainfall more than double the normal amount with 2.47 inches vs 1.71. Twenty days had measurable rain, only four were clear, ten were cloudy, and one partly cloudy. The max temperature reached 76 degrees on the 4th and the min fell to 29 on the 6th, indicating a notably cool period.
Obregon Steps Out As Minister Of War
Geeral Obregon resigns as minister of war on May 2. The change is linked to health claims and pressure for Carranza to accept the resignation. Aguirre and others involved in the cabinet reshuffle are noted, with new posts anticipated and a broader plan for government and national policy outlined.
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Obregon
Geerral
Otrewen
Aking Carran
Brecon
Eae 4
International Cmercrncy
Corman
Coltnet
Baherbor
Mexico’s Ambassador Presents Credentials at State Department
Senor Lensel Bonilla, ambassador from Mexico, was officially received at the U S State Department by senior officials as he presented his credentials. The ceremony underscored diplomatic ties and recognition of his post.
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Senor Lensel Bonilla
Mexico
State Department
Mate Lansing
Auite Department
Umatilla County Council to Work with Ag College Leaders
The Executive Committee of the Umatilla County Council of Defense arranged with Agriculture College representatives to join forces with Kerr era men in food production efforts. Dr W J Kerr’s men, led by W Bailey, will direct county work with Pendleton Superintendent Park and Mayor of Hors in support, as council activities broaden beyond food supplies. Herman E. O Harra of Weston traveled to San Francisco for officer training after attending 7.4 C. C. event and receiving military instruction.
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Umatilla
A. Bailey
Cyt
Pendleton
Hemt
W & McNerv
Dwlenges
Campaian
Ene
Eberiff
Cittmerne
Estate 271000 Reported for William Piper Heirs
Per Estate 271000 George Thamar and James Potts as approvers report the value of the estate of the late William Piper at 22, the nett value after five quarters of arm tend and two rest at temetn aml vt retittiee of mein ee.
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George Thamar
James Potts
Uatr
Willian Piper
Closing Bids Rise Twelve Cents Today Across Markets
Turbulent trading shifts closing bids upward by 12 cents amid mixed volume across sectors. Prices in East Oregon and Portland show small gains while European and Atlantic markets trend unevenly, signaling cautious investor sentiment as May results hover near key thresholds.
Machinery of Drafting to Begin for First Half Million
The War Department readies the conscription system for the first half million men. A proclamation-set date will call men to polls for registration and issue cards showing the draft class. Classes include workers and dependents. the unfit are rejected after medicals, with further rounds until all are classified. A jury wheel may determine exemptions.
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Washington
Coe
Srother
Phytelly
Dissenting vote to appropriation for Army and Navy
A mixed report from Washington notes a dissenting vote during the House debate on the Army and Navy appropriation, totaling about 2.8 billion dollars, described as the largest such grant in world history. The account references several individuals and unclear details about casting and potential recovery of funds.
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Washington
Army
Navy
Farmers Welcome Fine Spring Day In Foothill District
Farmers welcomed a clear spring day in the foothill district as favorable weather supported early plowing. The report notes ground moisture and mentions an estimate that about 15 percent of the spring area is prepared, with local conditions affecting fieldwork.
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Foothill
Carter
Local Election Report Too Fragmented to Identify Details
A deteriorated OCR passage describes political figures and a park event with unclear names and dates. The text references offices and municipal procedures but lacks readable specifics about candidates, locations, or outcomes. Further readable material is needed to produce a precise summary.
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