09 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1918
Page
1
Washington reports the nation waits for Germany to accept the armistice terms. Officials believe the German reply will be affirmative, with the timing uncertain whether tonight tomorrow or Monday. Allies' pressure and German internal events leave Germany with little chance to avoid ruin.
The first influenza death at the Spanish In fuenm emergency hospital occurred last night. Harry John Beraman of Indian Valley Idaho, aged 60, succumbed after several days illness while in Pendleton with his wife Mrs Bergman at his bedside. He was born in South Dakota on March 14 1855 and was a farmer. The body will be shipped to Indian Valley tonight.
Nov 8 reports from Zurich state Maximilian offered resignation, not accepted. Claimant cites altered parliamentary situation as cause. London dispatch notes resignation not accepted. victors hope for national victory. Portland brief: influenza outbreak to decline next day. Amsterdam: Kaiser asks delay and asks Maximilian to stay as chancellor pending decision.
Ukiah man Lewis Casteel was killed in France on October 1, as reported by telegram to relatives on November 6. He was 31 years old, born April 1, 1887, at Staton Marion colliery Oregon. He leaves a widow, his mother Mrs. Mary Casteel, and brothers Fred, Walter, Kal, and one sister, all of Ukiah Oregon.
In a patriotic celebration, Life Posey Cheenan asks her relatives what the commotion is about. She learns the war is over. Peery exclaims that Jim Prowler will be congratulated, reflecting the joyful mood of the crowd.
City officials announced that a fire bell will ring at any time once Germany accepts the terms proposed by Marshal Foch. Fire Chief Hingeld said the time limit for a reply is 11 oclock Monday French time, with Pendleton time three hours earlier, and a possible arrival of news before Monday morning. The notice notes the chance of a later official announcement. In other court news, pleadings occurred in J H Parkes court with M Mote pleading guilty to violating liquor laws and another warrant for Ray Buckett for the same charge, hearings to follow. Buckett and Mote were charged with transporting whiskey found by the sheriff packed in three barrels.
Pendleton districts are divided into 19 precincts each with a quota as the United War Work campaign begins. Chairmen push the plan though some quotas favor towns over rural homes, aiming to quickly reach the top and surpass subscription goals.
Berlin wireless reports the Kaiser abdicates and the Crown Prince renounces the throne. London confirms the abdication with Hindenburg ready to resign if the Kaiser steps down. Railways with Berlin cut, guards posted, and Krupp strike causes 75,000 idle workers.
London reports Haig announces capture of Maubeuge the fortress city as American units resume the moonlight advance with heavy cold noted. British and French lines show German retreat northeast of Verdun toward the great French iron basin while renewed pressure along the Sedan to Verdun corridor intensifies. French war office says a general offensive on the whole front is recommended.
The official count of the Umatilla County vote shows tight races with Bennett and others, including a Berkeley-Eberhard contest and a Todd-Hoesen representative race. Counts list numerous offices with margins and per-vote tallies across precincts, reflecting a narrow county result and varied state and local contests.
Washington reports the American forces have advanced 30 miles in eight days on the Sein front. Germans deprived of railway parallel to the front. Advance severed the Valencienn er Meta railway at Aedan. Allied push widened the front from Poly to 164 miles away, reducing occupied French territory from 10,000 to about 2,50 square miles.
The basement of the federal building houses a U.S. Biological Survey fur yard that received 360 skins of coyotes and foxes killed last month by survey trappers in Idaho. The fur will fetch about $10 per skin, with most coyotes weighing around twelve pounds. A few specimens are described as mis-shot or mis-trapped, with one coyote captured near Soda Springs Idaho.
German representatives arrived in Paris for talks with Marshal Foch amid heavy rain. They were escorted to a safe point, checked documents, and spent the night near headquarters before departing. Their interview did not produce a breakthrough as they pressed for new conditions and wireless reporting rights.
Official returns show Senator McNary carried Pendleton city by 11 votes while Wert carried most precincts. McNary led 294 to 35 in Umatilla county across 64 precincts, with Wert winning 26 precincts and three undecided.
Reported returns show Bennett ahead with 11 657 votes while Cote trails at 19 888 and O von X48 for the county bench race. Partial tallies from several counties indicate Bennett holding the top position as noon counts finalize.
Chinese officials in Washington announce that Peking will demand Japan evacuate Kiauchow and other seized areas following a dramatic siege. Tokyo has hinted a withdrawal, while a German power pivot and a looming peace press influence shape Beijing’s stance and long term plans for regional control.
Health authorities permit public library circulation for home reading with restrictions. Readers may borrow aloud but must note titles at the desk and keep well ventilated, five feet apart while waiting. Portland and Spokane adopt similar rules. Hours 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM with no evening hours. come in forenoon to space attendance. School board urges parents to promote home reading to offset school disruptions.
A Hel singfors dispatch reports War Minister Trotsky has resigned. It notes twelve thousand counter revolutionists from Pskoff are marching on Petrograd amid the unrest in Russia.
In a tight contest, Republican Thomas Campbell retires from arena leadership while Fred Colter, a Democrat, wins the gubernatorial race by about 150 votes. Result signals a political shift amid tighter margins and local party dynamics.
Fragmentary report mentions London and a social demo crate tied to German government pending armistice. Content is fragmented and difficult to derive concrete names, dates, or events from the readable text.
A chaotic dispatch from London cites widespread unrest across Germany with revolutionary activity in major cities. Reports claim Dresden and Berlin saw worker and soldier councils asserting control, with alleged seizures and clashes disrupting postal services and city life amid wartime turmoil.
Novene Daniela of the U A navy praised Admiral Wilson as one of the American navy s very best officers. He declared the admiral pursued a manly course in acknowledging his responsibility and exonerating the United Press for the premature arrest, quieting criticism.
Local weather bulletin notes rainfall of 04 with clear skies and a maximum temperature of 08 degrees. Minimum temperatures recorded were 04, with wind described as weet Naht.
The United War Work campaign opens in the county with a drive to secure at least one day’s pay from workers classified in the Patriotic Service lanes. Local organizers urge voluntary increases to meet goals as canvassers distribute cards to form a follow-up plan. The effort involves multiple welfare organizations, with coordinators stressing unity and wartime sacrifice.
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