McNary and Withycombe Lead in Oregon Race
PORTLAND May 1 McNary extends lead over Stanfield in gubernatorial results with Withycombe ahead by a large margin. Olcott second, Simpson third. Adams tops Hoff for treasurer with Ryan good third. Williams Miller contest public service. Pierce leads by 1708. Johnsten Kelly leads for Supreme Court. Starkweather leads for governor Democratic committeeman by 870.
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Umatilla Indians donate to Red Cross in wartime drive
Supt Swartlander reports the Umatilla reservation shows strong support for the Red Cross War Fund. Native leaders and residents contribute generously and quickly, with pledges and cash totals reaching substantial figures despite initial hesitation.
Portland Major Listed Today in Casualty
Washington May 14 brief casualty report lists thirty nine including Major K Masemunsen of Portland officially killed in action. Other casualties include three killed in action, three dead from wounds, four of the east, five severely wounded, one slightly wounded and 19 missing in action.
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Devastating Blast Kills and Wounds Hundreds
Pittsburg report from May 18 details a catastrophic explosion at a chemical plant caused by a terror of Trinitratoluel. Over 600 workers were killed or injured as debris and shockwave scattered bodies across the area. Rescue teams and medical staff rushed to aid victims while authorities investigate the blast’s cause.
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Unequalled Campaign of Pillage Planned with French Army
Henry Woork reports a German push described as an unequalled campaign of pillage pending, with prisoners’ declarations and German orders to pillage as troops reached Neyon. Civil pleas were disregarded and homes targeted amid frantic movements.
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War fund drive mobilizes Pendleton precincts for mercy campaign
The Red Cross war funds drive kicks off with Pendleton district leaders distributing supplies and assigning 5 team captains per precinct. About 25 volunteers per team to solicit, urging residents to contribute on the campaign's first day to push Umatilla county over the top. District chairmen report ready for a fast start Monday and beyond.
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Palmer estate probate divides Palmer fortune
Chicago May 18 Potter Palmers will probate distributes the fifteen million dollar estate between two sons. Charities receive a share of about 1.6 million dollars as part of the settlement.
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War dispatches from the front and air combat reports
May 13 15 official communiques describe artillery actions north and south of Avr, with intermittent bombardments and limited reconnaissance in higher sectors. Reports note American involvement in France and heroic actions by pilots. Rickenbacker credited with a dramatic survival after a crash in German air combat near Picardy. Military crossties total 36 war crosses in Picardy as Americans push forward amid heavy bombardment and tense counterstrikes.
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West Easily Leads King in Umatilla County Nomination Race
Complete returns from 42 of 64 precincts show West leading King on the Republican ticket for several offices in Umatilla County. Meantime Democratic results indicate West ahead of King for senator and Pierce ahead for governor, with partial tallies across multiple races and incumbents named.
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American reinforcements pour into France says British staff
London reports a steady stream of American troops toward France with reinforcements to fortify the front. German claims of halting aid are dismissed, as British staff asserts the Allied resolve and indicates American support is decisive in the war effort.
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Irishmen Held for German Plot
A group described as Sinn Fein members were arrested after a German plot discovery. They offered no resistance and were caught by surprise. A parliament member, Devaler, was taken at Grey-Mone railway station platform, with Sinn Fein headquarters noted nearby.
Italians Active in Air and Water
Rome reports Italian forces engaged in naval and aerial actions near Durra n, Adrale port Sunday night. An Italian torpedo boat and a steamer were sunk. An Italian airplane reportedly fired on military works on Tuesday.
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Paris Report Details U.S. Navy Torpedoing Actions
Paris May 11 Admiral Wien announced that American forces allowed only one torpedo to enter their waters this week, a sharp contrast to 34 torpedoes sent into designated waters in April, underscoring stricter patrols and different engagement rules.
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