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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1918
Page
1
British forces seized ground but a counterattack forced relinquishments. Reports say enemy concentration around Arras and Amiens remains strong as observers await where Hindenburg will strike next.
In Picardy the American Army pounds German positions as aerial battles and night patrols intensify. One German battery destroyed, another silenced. Franco American unification praised. Transport and hospital services coordinate while shortages affect uniforms.
Eastern Oregon State Hospital will switch from oil to coal for the coming winter. Dr. Wilson B D McNary says coal is being bought since March 1 as oil contracts expire and tankers are requisitioned. Costs and delivery issues drive the change. 1000s of tons will be stored to last six to seven months, sourced from the Rock Springs district. The hospital uses a large daily amount of coal during cold weather.
Forester T. P. McKensle, visiting from Portland, says Oregon and Washington ranges are drying and will open two to three weeks early in many forests to move flocks from dry areas. He hopes rain between July will improve feed. Umatilla forest may open around June 16 if drought persists.
London reports say Lloyd George refuted Maurice's charges in the House of Commons, calling Maurice's election unfair and accusing Asquith of discipline breaches. The debate centers on British Army strength figures and wartime cabinet decisions, with mentions of possible court martial and political fallout in Britain and America.
Rain from yesterday and last night boosts prospects for grain and fruit in eastern Oregon and Washington. Farmers report relief to irrigated fields and potential price improvements, though precipitation varies by locality and some areas remain dry.
Myrton Moore writes from the front describing life in Co A 1st C engineers. He recalls trench conditions, gas shells, and the need for gas masks while soldiers endure artillery and mud as they await contact with Tom Murphy and Mise Murphy.
The Holo Honor Guard plans to adopt a French war orphan per Migs Virginta Todd among Sint organization members. Details indicate a meeting Friday night to discuss the plan and confirm who will take responsibility for the child.
A brief Navy spending note reports the Naval Ordnance Fund rising by 200 million dollars following a request to Congress. The document notes committee review and secretary level actions governing the appropriation and allocation of funds for ordnance programs.
Washington reports the American army in France is on track to hit two million by year end as additions surge the existing half million. Draft calls continue steadily, with Britain and other services pleased by mobilization from US resources. Military experts question German momentum and warn cessation of offensives may not end world war risks.
Amsterdam May 1 Queen Marie of Romania said she would have no part in peace with the central powers. German papers report she declared she would rather abdicate than see her children suffer under the treaty terms.
An exhibit featuring war bread samples and domestic science projects will be held in the Unvatilia Green Library on Friday and Saturday May 10 and 11. Students from high and grade schools will display work in domestic science and art, including breads, woven pieces, paper crafts, and door goods. The event aims to showcase school efforts with free samples and sales, with proceeds benefiting an orphanage and related class activities.
London May 9 German forces intensify efforts to reach Ypres from the northwest while British counter attacks recapture ground southwest of Dickebusch Lake. A major concentration faces Arras Amiens and Monte Didier with 780000 men in line and 60 divisions in reserve as Crown Prince Rupprecht Mackensen Von Kluck and others shift commands and fronts.
Haig announced a British counterattack last night that drove German forces from front sections captured yesterday between Laclytte and Voormezeele. He said a German assault north of Kemmel pushed the line back slightly, and that 24,000 Germans attacked in Flanders, suffering heavy casualties. Regular raids near Lens and Morris were repulsed, prisoners were taken between Arras and Albert, and enemy artillery activity increased in the Albert sector.
French forces repelled a German assault along Wyverbeek’s left flank helped by field guns. By 3 am the German attack northeast of Amiens paused, with the front quieting an hour later. British near Bucquoy wavered slightly but retained yesterday’s gains as German bombardment continued.
An annual city report details cemetery maintenance funding totaling 840 for the period. The record lists 14 cases to recorviers, 35 notices, 12 sidewalk permits for 1260 feet of sitework, and fifteen events approving 52106 in construction and related permits.
Artillery activity occurred on both sides of the Avre river as clashes continued. Reports mention bombardment near Meetelahe and Lanbllodhe, with official notes confirming ongoing engagements and movements in the area.
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