United States Steel official predicts new allies in war
Judge Cary of United States Steel speaks to American home and steel gathering in New York on May 26. He argues South and Central American republics, China, Spain, Scandinavia, Holland and Australia will join war against Germany. He says the United States entered the war to defend national life and mobilize rapidly, urging unity and sacrifice, with allies’ strength rooted in shared principles and resolve. The iron and steel industry accepts its wartime burden.
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Gary
Central
South America
China
Spain
Scandinavia
Holland
Switzerland
Germany
New York
Cary
United State# Steel corporation
Hom and Steel Matitage
South
Central American
Scandincavia
Awsteerland
United States
Elreneth
Burke
Acestdaner
Iron and Steel
Lloyd George declares divers dealt more effective
London May reports Lloyd George praising submarine efforts and destroyer actions, noting more effective divers and progress than in previous periods. He credited American destroyers and urged continued wartime support.
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Lloyd George
London
Joyd-Ceorne
Cunard Liner Feltria Sunk, 53 Are Lost
May 5 reports say the Cunard liner Feltria sank after collision or trouble, with 53 fatalities. Travelers arriving say the ship was attacked or submerged in open seas, under American flag, with several crew and passengers missing. The incident follows reports of rescue attempts and ship debris noted by nearby vessels.
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Cunard
Feltria
Conard
Ameria
Oberwr
Ant
Thursday Afternoon Club Suspends Work for Red Cross
The Thursday Afternoon Club of Pendleton voted to suspend its literary activities for the next year and devote efforts to Red Cross work, facilitating hospital supply protection. Meetings will be held weekly in rotation between club rooms and the city hall, with a $3 per beetem pledge and election of officers including President Mrs. A. Henderson and Secretary Mrs. Heyden, as part of the annual budget.
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RED Cross
Oregon
Pendleton
Imate
Itera
City Hall Cove
Prospects Bright for Fruit Crop in Umatila and Surrounding Areas
A draft report from a fruit inspector touring Pendleton to Stantiel and Hermietom notes late frost risk but predicts an abundant harvest in the Umatilin and Furnieh project. Despite some orchards reporting reduced yield due to weather and insect pressure, overall confidence remains high for all fruit kinds.
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Mitton County Fruit
Pendleton
Stantiel
Hermietom
Hopton
Congress agrees on spy bill with censorship clause
Washington May 55 The rapid mage bill is formally agreed upon by conferees and includes a censorship clause barring publication of military positions. The tentative accord aims to cut 300 to 550 thousand dollars from taxation relief and replace it with bonds, while funding war financing and revenue measures amid partisan opposition.
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Washington
Cray
Whin Clauve
Wan
Mip
Ibi
Laronte Finance Committee
Toth
McAdoo
Muth
Ut Divicatie
House
Senate
Benda
Rome Celebrates War Successes Across Streets
Reports from Rome describe delirious joy as crowds parade and cheer in triumph. Officials claim Austrian forces suffered multiple prisoners taken and Italian troops demonstrated valor in celebrations linked to Cadornis troops operations. Vienna dispatches note Austrians maintain stiff defense amid casualties.
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Tadeo de Tee
Pitasolall
Cadorni
Valer
Tevernowent
Red Cross Week Urges Nation to Aid War Effort
Washington May 25 The resident has declared the week beginning June 26 as Red Cross Week. The Provident calls upon the people of the United States to give generously from patriotic sacrifice to support the Red Cross during that period.
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Washington
More Cowboys Ready to Join New Cavalry Troop
Ten cowboys have arrived in eastern Oregon towns awaiting Captain Gjedwed to order a troop into service. About ten show interest in filling officer roles as discussions focus on appointing a captain and two lieutenants. Names Dell Mancett Lee Caldwell Ben Corbett and James F. Cooke surface as possible officers.
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Pelnta
Oregon
John Chascombuye
Pendieton
Petar
Caen
Djedsted
Clever bad check man nabbed in city scam
A well groomed man posing as a trustful visitor used large counterfeit checks to attempt a fraudulent cashing scheme at multiple banks in this city. He befriended a local woman to gain access and offered a staged cooperation with a supposed American firm. The incident escalated with bank interactions and a staged travel plan before authorities intervened.
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Bender
Taylor
Ule
MD Springs
Wheat Market Dips Amid Slump Across Grains
Grain prices ease as wheat trends lower with continuing declines on futures markets. Regional traders and buyers monitor supply shifts while industry notes reference market volatility and price ranges in early trading reports.
Americans Begin Frontline Service With Armymen Transport Section
A section of the American munitions transport service enters active duty at the French front. Forty old Americans left training camp to haul shells to French troops as sections two and three arrive. Some from Andover College will join next week. Experts warn the war will require more American forces and patience as the United States bears a growing role.
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Henry Wood
America
Andover College New
Oregon Movie Men Convention Heads to Portland
A Portland convention of Oregon movie men runs May 8 to 20 with a formal closing grand ball. At the Malinchnah Hotel, leaders from California and members of the film industry will attend to discuss organization and duties, with fare arrangements by railroads and many fans planning to attend the event.
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Portland
Fregon Picture Theater
Malincinah
Alifornia Etadins
Warren Kerrigan
O&o Maines
Ofeulich and
Mathurk
Umatilla County to Raise 2500 for YMCA Drive
A county fundraising effort plans to raise 2500 for the YMCA with a meeting deciding proceeds and committee appointments. Officials including G W Phelps of the meeting and J V Tallies of the Commercial Declaration were empowered to proceed, with subcommittees formed to coordinate the countywide drive. Also notes a separate Paris war report on a French front advance spreading May 53.
Militia Inquiries Report On June Exemption
A wartime note states subjects ten call not required to register in June militiaman assessments. It details exemptions, dates, and regulatory references, noting procedural limits for registration and potential penalties for noncompliance. The report references the secretary and state authorities, with emphasis on adult male eligibility and exemption criteria.
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