05 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
1
A World War II era dispatch claims Bulgarian troops killed about 19,000 enemy soldiers near Rirhovd. It notes British artillery shelled advancing German columns north of Gehwabonrofi and reports extensive mechanized damage to French troops.
Stockholm reports Grand Duke Nicholas, former Russian commander, recalled from the Caucasus to lead a Timohumanian drive against Bulgaria. He assumes supreme command of all armies on the Dobrudja and Danube, signaling a potential reopening of the double offensive to crush Bulgaria and disrupt Austro-German lines to Constantinople. Bucharest notes some Romanian victories in Dobrodan Thy, while Serbia and Greek frontiers see continued advance.
The War Office says Bulgarian forces defeated Romanian units near Richows and the Romanians retreated toward the Peonute river leaving munitions behind and thousands of prisoners. British guns shelled German columns north of the Schwaren redoubt while French forces near Vimy repelled German attacks and captured a kilometer near Marvel.
President Wilson drew a large crowd in Omaha Nebraska as he defended his eight hour day rail rule and urged support for federal investigations. The reception included cheers from the audience and a woman shouting God bless you my dear. Local dignitaries such as Senator Morehead Wiehook and Mayor Dahiman attended the Nebraska state anniversary observance following the reception.
Chicago reporters note grain experts anticipate two dollar wheat before January first as cash and futures prices sit ten cents below January 1915 records. Forecasts cite heavy crops, Argentine weakness, and Allied demands for Canadian and Australian wheat, with Northwest seed wheat scarce and import talks ongoing.
Monmouth Normal School President Ackerman spoke before the Portland Ad Club urging a new eastern Oregon normal school at Pendleton or nearby. He argued a third school is needed for Willamette Valley, eastern Oregon, and southern Oregon, to ensure trained teachers and sufficient pupil rolls. He warned that normal schools fail when placed in towns without enough students and urged selecting a railway hub with 1000 pupils nearby. He noted Monmouth faces a pupil shortfall and is seeking to recruit from Independence.
Snow was observed in the county’s south end and almost to Pilot Rock as visibility improved yesterday after the storm. The sighting, near Pendleton, indicated wider coverage for the day.
A Downtown fire this morning damaged property estimated around 100000 dollars. The report references nearby disruption, while no injuries are noted. The incident coincides with a political event in Pendleton as Republicans plan Hughes Day activities.
Wesley Matlock reported to the Commercial club Tuesday that the Echo to Pendleton road trawling fund had a surplus of eight dollars. Matlock and GT Ladow were thanked for their services in having the roads trawled.
Delegation Milly Ceemminhae By sails to Ving Mest Anotul Thar for Peetival and Homecoming. Wally Walla expects Tamfleton to vend. An official invite from Willa Walla for Pendleton to join in the celebration there. Walla Walla plans a big year end excursion and a committee to coronate the Marvin King and visiting prince in other cities.
Petrograd reports Russians resuming a renewed offensive in the Caucasus on a broad front. They capture a Turkish fortified position near Koaratiantin and secure many positions on the Austro German front as Romanian forces push in Dobradja taking unleteen cons.
Robert Shaw engaged a large black bear about a mile southeast of Meacham at 10 this morning. The bear, weighing about 600 pounds, charged after Shaw and a pursuing rider used a borrowed pistol and a hotel to try to subdue it, but the animal remained dangerous until finally brought down.
Mayor Roat nominates Mrs James Gwinn to fill the vacancy on the library board after the resignation of Mrs Judd. Council confirms the appointment and accepts the prior resignation. Mrs Gwinn is expected to take her seat at the regular monthly meeting that evening amid optimistic but uncertain forecasts.
United Press safety correspondent reports a bold pennant chase as the Boston Red Sox and Brooklyn Dodgers prepare for the World Series in Boston. The piece highlights nerve and grit, noting strong pitching for the Red Sox and sharp defense for the Sox while comparing past dramatic finishes and the league balance ahead of the showdown.
Meacham reports an early onset of winter with about a foot of snow, solidly frozen conditions, ice on windows and doors, and burst water pipes after nights of freezing temperatures. Weather scene described as an abrupt First after storm with cold, treacherous conditions.
Water Superintendent F. H. Hayes calculated the system could sustain 24 hours. Reservoirs were full, with a 2 600 008 gallon daily flow and a 4 500 000 gallon total supply for the period. Hayes inspected the reservoirs and noted minimal draw from the affected source.
The Christian Brothers College in St. Louis burned as walls collapsed at noon. Firefighters rescued several and located three corpses. four men remained missing with Presidium Chief Mendelson reporting casualties including Lieutenant Bud Lewis Nolenn. The blaze began around 7:30 p.m. and spread rapidly trapping priests in the dormitories.
United Route Senator George E. Chamberlain will be in Ui mia Hill County for three days October 24 to 29 amid campaigning for reelection of President Wilton as part of a statewide schedule. He will speak at a meeting Saturday evening and meet supporters as available. Local reaction notes his background from Washington and prior alliances with the administration while differing on some issues.
A morning blaze in the Schmidt block on Main Street ruined stock in Bond Bros and the Popular Cash Store, with Douglas Bers the building owner. Fire duration exceeded three hours as flames confined to the basement, smoke hindered attack, and origin remains unknown. The Popular Cash Store suffered total loss valued around 24,000, while Bond Bros sustained heavy damage and salvaged stock moved to a second site. Building damage estimated 7,000 to 10,000 with insurance expected to cover part. Firemen and volunteers battled the blaze amid dense smoke and fallen basement floors, but several upper-floor businesses escaped serious harm.
Fragmentary market notes show dec options trading above $1.60 with references to commodities and locations. The garbled text mentions Oregon, Liverpool, and port entries, implying international price activity. No clear dates, participants, or outcomes are discernible from the damaged OCR.
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