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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
6
Fragments show monthly mail rates, carrier delivery and safety notes. Mentions three months by mail and four months by carrier, with references to weekly Gen rates. Contains garbled phrasing and unclear figures.
The speaker argues against politics guiding high commands, urging merit and Roosevelt to head a division due to his popularity and prominence, but questions whether this is the right approach.
The writer argues against appointing Roosevelt to a high army rank based on political favor rather than military merit. They warn such moves would jeopardize wartime effectiveness, risk a Bull Run repeat, and invite German cynicism toward democracy.
Former Medford community worker known as a live wire, Sheldon, is named editor of the Gran Pass Dail Rogue River Courier. He emphasizes a newspaper's duty to supply news plainly and fairly, opposing suppression or colorization of legitimate items.
The text argues that sincerity and courage in journalism build trust, while spineless or biased papers lose public confidence. It contends the newspaper business is a high calling when standards are followed, but degraded standards render it disreputable.
The Missouri article quotes Speaker Clark's defiant response to draft critics urging anti draft support. It predicts a heated local clash, suggesting Champ will lead a notable challenge. It contrasts leadership by Bryan Roosevelt and Borah with calls for action against European sabers and U boats.
Miss Kiele Bushee is afoot on a visit to a relative in Baker City. T. J. Tweedy, armed with a complete angling outfit, was seen on the streets of Oregon in a brief note from the May 2 issue.
The Pendleton Roller Mills stake changed hands today with W. & Byers purchasing the entire half interest for $34,000 in cash. Thompson and Barnhart reported losses as a flock of sheep perished near camp due to wind and rain overnight. Joe Connely resigned his position at Rothschild & Rewn after years of service. The town saw a new influx of soldiers returning home from Portland. The youngest child of Seth of Richardson continues to be a focal point in local chatter.
Realty transfers show Emma Sanders and others selling to Lacerta Wagner for 1812 in Bee Je township. Ort Hokiman to Peter Weblert in section 36 township 34. Pearl Butterfield to Patrick Cumidy for 1500 in section 21 township 4 south range 32. F M Lockwood and Lockwood Jr to Davenport National Bank for 1096.35 in section 87 township north range 36. Taylor sheriff listed.
A garbled sports snippet lists pitchers and lineups such as Butteries Goodbred Krause Koehe Fincher Pinelli Fischer Loew Annelen and others across teams Seattle Vancouver and Portland and references a Northwest League game. It mentions a Chicago Cincinnati nine inning no hit no run duel won by Cladiannel in extras, plus scattered scores from New York Brooklyn Philadelphia St Louis Pittsburgh Detroit South Chicago Cleveland and Houston.
Lewis and Clark county officials decided that all county jail prisoners here after a certain date will be put to work on the roads as part of a county program in Helena Montana. This action aims to improve road maintenance and utilize inmate labor for public works.
Washington April 36 Editor East Oregonian The United States Marine Corps today reached its full southern end strength of 17400 men A further increase of the Marine Corps to 314000 more has been recommended to Congress and sincere belief that the increase enacted for the period will prove lasting One of the officers and men alive express gratitude for the broad support and hearty congratulations received.
General Barnett announces Pendleton support and calls for assistance to recruit 12 600 more Marines. He plans a special Marine Corps Week from June 10 to 16 to push for 16 000 total by year end.
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