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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1919
Page
7
A literary excerpt evokes longing for the Port o Heart's Desire with nautical imagery. A speaker pledges for a white sail to the sea and memory, inviting distant journeys and the pull of distant hills and hometown recollections.
Pendleton has long supported irrigation for the West End, noting the growth from a sparse population to a thriving commercial center. He emphasizes that highway and car use will tie the region more closely to Pendleton's nearby territory, creating profitable outcomes for all.
The article urges careful study of constructing the Mc Kay reservoir and emphasizes that success requires sustained attention and energy from leaders. It argues the goal is worthwhile and must be pursued with determination to avoid missing a vital development opportunity.
The article highlights American naval assistance in defeating the central powers. It details the laying of a world’s greatest mine field from Bergen to the Orkneys, built by 57 000 American mines with only one ship lost. It notes the Victory Medal and battle clasps for Somme Argonne and St Mihiel, and comments on war terms and a Washougal bank robber case. It ends with questions about a local ball team and remarks on Foch’s views.
An odd tale unfolds as a wealthy visitor complains of exorbitant charges at a hotel. The manager explains the extra fee stemmed from supposed physical exercise offered in place of meals, sparking confusion and a flurry of miscommunications. The scene shifts to a domestic subplot as a character prepares to migrate to New York, leaving a tangled night of farewells and mistaken confidences.
Klamath Falls May 8 Based on OCR readable text evangelist Sunday drew the largest crowd yet in Belamath at a tabernacle erected for the parishes. About 2200 attended a two hour service emphasizing victory bonds amid a harsh denunciation of Holahovien.
Washington May 8 The State Department warned that recognition of the Himleh government would be unwise as the regime’s legitimacy remains disputed. The brief note emphasizes nonrecognition while noting ongoing diplomatic discussions and potential impacts on allied relations.
Cleveland report notes a state constitutional amendment leads to prohibition effective May 27. Local actions anticipate conversion of saloons into soft drink parlors. Wheeling and Bridgeport regions report related dry sentiments. Ohio counties prepare to enforce the new law amid mixed endorsements and logistical questions.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a Bridgeport concern sending to France, wartime shipments of stock, a chef or manager, and a hotel in California tied to Ohio political history. It hints at converting a facility into a cafeteria and references Charlo Diohkome, plus a Old Neil Hivuiee in Calumbina.
J W Hezeltine, district game warden for Baker Malheur Grant and Marney counties, plans talks with Marlon Jack manager of Slate Fish and Game Company in the city today. He warns residents that cooperation is essential to enforcement and safety.
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