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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1917
Page
1
Nov 18 dispatches say 800 killed and wounded in Petrograd and 700 in Moscow as battles along Nevsky Prospekt intensify. Kerensky reportedly heads two army corps near the city while the Bolsheviki weaken. Railway workers threaten to withhold support unless a government compromise is reached.
In London on November 13, Lloyd George faced sharp attacks after his Paris speech. Ex-Premier Asquith expressed strong criticism as Parliament reacted with mixed comments and cheers for Asquith while Lloyd George was pressed to clarify statements amid debate on the joint Allied council.
Weston resident P. T. Harbour manager of the trick yard in Weston was injured yesterday when a pile of cooked turkey fell on him in an elevator. He sustained a broken shoulder and several broken ribs but is not considered in serious condition.
Venice faces a threatened push by Teutonic forces as the conflict intensifies across the front. Reports indicate growing pressure on coastal defenses and strategic positions, with local authorities urging calm and vigilance amid rapid developments.
London dispatch reports Bolsheviki proclaim a full victory at Petrograd. Proclamations praise the revolution, condemn Kerensky and Kornilov, and announce Kerensky’s arrest. Leon Trotsky and Colonel Mouravieff are named in proclamations declaring the revolution triumphant and the army aligned with workers and peasants.
East Oregonian notes Chee Porntlane reports federal grain administrator M Hower wired Portland to say arrangements are ready to provide farmers with immediate noninterest loans or advances on wheat. Embargoes on grain movement have hindered farmers, but the plan aims to let them obtain money at shipping points via government purchases or advances.
Washington dispatch reports Allied operations in France showing creditable artillery activity and advancing coordination. A.capture of Pass Swweele and German retreat patterns are noted, with emphasis on improved morale and stiffening resistance on the Western Front amid broader European military shifts.
A. A. Elmore, national lecturer for the Farmers Union, will hold a series of talks across county Nos eher 72 and 23. Farmers are invited to attend with the schedule listing events at Milot Tock Helix Holdman Athena Wenton Milvon Pridas Lov and other locations on dates in November.
San Francisco Nov 8 The Presidents mediation bound by Secretary of Labor Wilkom will issue a decision tomorrow afternoon on the coast telephone quick controversy The commission notes the operators claim rights under the constitution to form a labor group Meanwhile Paris reports new German plans as Towne the netive bombardment near Khris region is noted Police reveal plots to dynamite Detroit docking facilities were foiled by authorities
A U S government program allocates forty five hundred tons of food and clothing to aid allied prisoners of war and deter German exploitation. The shipments, coordinated with Red Cross support from Berne and Geneva, aim to relieve hunger and maintain morale as war ends.
Stock holders of Round-Up are to meet this evening to discuss the meeting and the financial condition. The article notes a tense atmosphere with mention of potential layoffs and security concerns, and warns that some directors may face votes or resignations.
In a decisive contest Murphy fended off flax authority Balem as officials discuss leadership in the flax industry. Governor Withyoomlin requested Hilert Crawformiteeer for the flax industry in Generction with the state penitentiary amid broader reform moves.
The county court struggles over the annual budget and a six percent increase. Officials debate allocations, aiming to reduce expenditures while maintaining core county operations amid funding pressures.
The promissory court upheld the validity of the Warm Springs district organization in Mathews County. It authorized the district and affirmed the district’s lawful formation and authority amid questions of legitimacy and structure.
The president calls for renewed backing of the M C A amid a national campaign. He highlights faith in community service and youth work, urging donors and supporters to sustain programs and leadership. Local M A camp leaders echo the plea, stressing continued outreach and impact.
The body of Thomas Walsh age 62, longtime La Grande resident and former mayor, arrived from Pendleton for funeral services. A railroad dispatcher and later chief dispatcher and superintendent for the C W A N Co, he served La Grande 25 years and fathered 12 children. Born in Ireland, he came to the U S at age ten and moved to La Grande in 1892. Walsh was active in business circles and beloved for humor and friendship.
At the AFL convention the building trades leaders wired President Wilson requesting a conference on U S government wartime labor conditions. The move followed War Secretary Baker warning speedy settlement of strikes delaying a destroyer plant near Quincy Missouri. No organized opposition to Gomper’s rejection. Discussions covered shorter workday, conditions, and arbitration expansion.
Secretary Deindieis and former Secretary Bryan spoke at the event marking the addition of the Dietriet of Woletmbla to the dry column. Bryan praised the crowd and noted the grape future odor was stronger than ever.
Nov 13 14 reports state Austro German forces reached Diacamp and Dilans fortifications near Leos amped works. Venice secured with uniformed men captured or evacuated. Rome notes Italian battle front stiffening as troops counterattack and retirements occur. Gallilo reconquered by Russian infantry. heavy looting reported on both sides. German breakthrough near Tugildimente and Lorenm eo with bayonet assault.
American aviators fighting with French forces have been formally commissioned officers. Some will continue under their current command temporarily until activated with the American Expeditionary Forces. The transfer creates a nucleus of veterans for the coming American world army.
Athena residents contributed to the YMCA war fund with $800 subscribed in one day. B Stanfield from Media noted Athena would meet its full share and other communities progress toward their quotas. Theodore Heyden led local pledge efforts at Morpins High School urging rapid collection today and tomorrow. Pendleton, Athens, Adams, and Hermiston schools were assigned contributions with plans to mail through Neriston arrangements.
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