04 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1916
Page
1
MASBON Ohio October 4 Great crowds greeted President Wilson along his private rail route to Unity. He refused to make speeches, waved from the rear platform, and thanked the crowds as he passed through Salem Alliance and Canton.
A Hughes women’s special train arrives in Chicago with supporters arriving from Louisville Chicago Tyeka and others. The party plans to depart Friday morning via Rock Island Cedar Rapids Waterloo Minneapolis St Paul and then west through the Dakotas and Montana.
A garbled report from New York describes a public handshake as a perceived sign of party unity. Names and details are unclear, but the piece suggests the event reflected political harmony amid a tense night event. The narrative drops tentative specifics and focuses on a symbolic display.
The Blewett Harvester Co reports progress at its Wat Count street plant with a 39 by 100 foot shed to store binding material and relieve main building congestion. Plans include a possible foundry and increased 1917 output. A trustees meeting will discuss next year’s output and the stockholders’ annual meeting is set for October 10.
Fire at two o clock destroyed the residence of F Adams on East Main Street Hermiston Ore The wooden structure of frame design was a total loss with contents The blaze originated from a winter of origin and insurance covered the loss The occupants Mr Adams and his infant were away in the fields at the time and escaped unharmed
Beulos Goa report claims German submarines destroyed 49 enemy ships between September and 29. Details mention 11 smoke carriers and 47 other vessels sunk, with captures or outcomes unclear due to garbled text.
An analysis discusses the push to create a permanent shipping act to aid foreign commerce and grow the U S merchant marine. It notes earlier bills failing in Congress, wartime shipping needs, and governance rules for a new regulatory board including appointment terms and conflict restrictions. It mentions fleet limitations and wartime transfers of vessels and Panama Canal involvement.
State Bank Superintendent Sargent released a combined statement of Oregon State and National banks and trust companies showing prosperity records broken between June 13 and September 12. Deposits totaled 140 million dollars on September 12 with a 10 million rise from June 12, and deposits up 17 million from September 2, 1916, as total resources stood at 161 million dollars and an 11 million dollar excess over August.
Salvage operations continue after a top fire at Adams grain warehouse. Wind rekindled smoldering wheat, with thousands of bushels already hauled away. Salvaged grain sold for about 73.6m dollars to HW deliline of Portland. buyers risk margin if fire had not reignited.
Four rivals of Hoya rid of sages and peanuts from George Chel store were taken before County officers Marsh by Juvenile Officer John Halley. They received guidance and were promised reform. Their sentence was suspended and they were released on probation with orders to improve behavior.
A local committee led by W. N. Mollock asks supporters to fund the Wilson presidential campaign in Oregon. Donations range from one to ten dollars and may be mailed to Mollock or delivered at his Court Street office.
Mexico dispatches report high officials denying Carranza demanded Pergying's withdrawal immediately. They dismiss American press claims as inaccurate and deny threats to recall peace commissioners as troops withdraw. Colonel Joan Barragan, Carranza's chief of staff, traveled with Arredon to Washington with plans to confer on border patrol arrangements.
The high cost of Christmas is forecast as prices for Christmas trees and fruit rise. The note mentions a sugar shortage and rising wholesale costs affecting markets from California to Oregon, with retailers bracing for a busy season amid inflation. The second item notes the probate of J A Geli of Ukiah with a large estate and multiple children.
Oct 4 reports of clashes near Case Grandes garrison as two wounded Qartonalatn officers arrived in El Paso. Residents fled to the American side fearing a Villinia attack while Villa threatened to strike the Guerrero district west of Chihuahua. Coroner and recruitment notes appear amid the turmoil.
Police report no clue to the identity of the hair snipper terrorizing young women in Port Chester Tate Oct 4. Victims include Mike Taabelle Knowlton and Valerie Melko both left with hair cut close to the head after intrusions through windows and porch roofs.
The Commercial Club announces a townwide campaign to recruit new members starting October 13. Five teams, each led by a captain, will vie for a free dinner, with expenses shared by the club and the team bringing in the fewest memberships. Merit prizes and a banquet admission are outlined, with teams and captains listed.
The Portland market data shows wheat and grain prices rising with quotes on futures and spot figures. Prices for Manitoba Wheat No.1 and associated grades are listed, reflecting a higher bidding trend and fluctuating commodity values in early October.
Terauchi is named prime minister succeeding Marquis Okuma in Tokyo amid debate in the upper house. Former governor general of Korea, he is seen as a strong military advocate and a key figure in Japan's expansion policy, with analysts predicting a tough stance on foreign affairs and defense.
Allied and German forces clash across the Danube as Roumanians retreat under heavy shelling. British, French, and Russian actions reported with advances and setbacks near Boulogne, Lure, and Somme theater, while Bulgarians and Turks counterattack. Casualties and strategic shifts described amid war-wide confusion.
A terse notice describes a burglary at a local store with emphasis on a break-in, potential suspects, and heightened police vigilance in the neighborhood. No detailed names or exact times are provided in the fragment.
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