17 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1919
Page
1
Washington reports that the defeat of the Shantung amendment signals a rejection of all textual changes to the treaty. Administration supporters say GOP opposition rested on timing, not substance, and that voting against the amendment shows opposition to sending the treaty to further negotiation.
Reports from Eastern Oregon lodges filled the district convention morning as the afternoon program planned an open question box. Elections, initiation of new members, and next convention site were decided. State president Mrs. Crandall and past grand recorder Mrs. Hooker addressed attendees. Banquet preceded the main meeting with musical numbers by Mr and Mrs McFarland and Mr Innon. Delegates from nearly all lodges attended, and many called it the district’s most successful convention.
Friends of Lieut J M Fetters doubt reports of his death in a California crash three weeks ago. Local aviators ponded to verify facts, noting Fetters had no known accident records and had been flying privately after service. Connexions to Smith Airplane Co were questioned as unfounded.
OMMAR October 17 Lieutenant Maynard forced to land yesterday resumes race in tight air derby. Maynard and mechanic Cline work through night to transfer motor from Captain Francie plane. Maynard optimistic about finishing Saturday noon at Mineola as engine issues persist. Westward leg under way, other pilots encounter forced landings due to engine failures.
Ah Coe Chinen found guilty of gambling and fined £100 in police court. Son Chew charged with assault and battery. acquitted on that charge but fined $100 and ordered to appear for trial. Altercation over a card game led to further tension. Kee escorted to the main court as the outcome.
Walter Miter was released after investigators ruled Mrs. Miller’s death a drowning. A coroner’s inquest found no poison in the stomach. the body was recovered while on a reportedly alaimed trip by Lake Washington. Deputy Prosecutor Patterson ordered the release pending further investigation.
An article from Quinteen reports a tenth medical operation at a prison in Han Quentin California. Dr Kelker performed the procedure removing vitality from a 6 year old prisoner body. The operation, previously done nine times at the prison, allegedly affected the deceased and mentally harmed other inmates.
Cot 17. President Wilken reports mixed improvement in health. A bulletin notes several procedures and consultant opinions about the patient condition, including mention of Dr Graycon and Dr Young. The report references convulsions, safety concerns, and potential treatments without decisive conclusions.
Washington report asserts Colonel House is ready to testify before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on the Paris peace negotiations. The committee will decide whether to compel his appearance as part of ongoing postwar diplomacy inquiries.
London dispatch outlines a vast and decisive modern battle front closing in on Bolshevik power. Bolshevik forces, estimated at five to six hundred thousand, face encirclement as anti-Soviet armies penetrate deep into western Russia. Siberian troops under Admiral Kolchak push forward, while global diplomacy frays over the future Russian regime.
London Qot 17 A Warman dispatch reports that the Kowk and Usko Squadron of American aviators serving on the Delta array will soon join the Bolsh bit at the front. Major Fauntloroy, once with the Lutay att Oving corps, received orders to move the squadron to the northeastern frontier immediately.
Oregon veterans who served in the recent world war will wear Oregon victory medals. The state medal commission ordered 2 000 medals for distribution across the state with 1950 legislature appropriating funds. The medals resemble the American war cross, bearing the state seal and the inscription World War Service on the front and Presented by the State of Oregon in grateful recognition of faithful service rendered during the world war on the back. Hundreds of medals will include a gold star and be given to relatives of those who lost their lives in the war.
Seattle police probe a crude bomb placed on the back porch of Mrs Elizabeth Deary a wealthy pioneer detectives conclude a terrorist made the device and a note demanded $200 to be placed in a sock immediately Perry prevented explosion by cutting the string the bomblet was attached to a trap intended to ignite dynamite upon release
The British government may import Australian wool for sale in the United States, risking damage to American wool buyers. Boston traders fear tariff changes could raise costs and depress demand, while Portland remains a key market prepared to resist rate hikes. Northwest woolmen push to stop price increases and reverse current plans.
A Weston denial states there are no smallpox cases. Dr Watts of Weston reports only two families affected and two more under strict quarantine. Other reports are denied and no ban on any home is indicated.
ASOTIN BANK ROBBER IS OLD OFFENDER OF PENDLETON VICINITY Gootre Welch, called one of the robbers, is revealed as an elderly offender in the region. In 1913, as Mike Aniderson, he faced trouble in Amatillo County and sheriffs noted a long criminal history back to 1904. He earlier broke into a hardware store in Hermiston, was jailed for burglary, and later linked to Portland launch robbery.
Washington January 17 news reports rounds of discussions on a substitute resolution endorsing collective bargaining. The substitute, proposed by Chairman Wherter of the debates representing capital, would reserve to the lawyer the right to refuse to deal with organized employees and veto government actions. Local vote plans are noted as well as a probate notice concerning the estate of Frank Bertin with real property valued at about 642,000 and personal property at 15,000, tied to Moire Berlin.
Last night was a cold night in the winter season with temperatures reaching around 4 miles? of 7. The maximum today is 42 with a thermometer reading about 28.79. The report is from Major Lee Moorhouse, official weather observer.
John D. Rockefeller Jr. representative of a leading industrial group pleaded at the Industrial Conference for a universal recognition of workers rights. He said workers seek not higher wages but recognition as men, urging a new spirit in industry.
Pendleton Industries cuts extra coal as a general coal strike looms. Vincent of Pacific Power & Light reports supply delays and the need to order days in advance. Rosyling, Washington deliveries are uncertain, prompting Sunnyside Utah imports and potential plant shutdowns if the strike expands.
Washington Oct 17 The senate military affairs committee voted to report favorably a bill to confer the rank of Lieutenant General permanently on General March Major General Bullard and Major General Liggett The committee acted unanimously after learning Secretary Parker who earlier supported full generalship for March has retracted that stance
A decree of divorce was issued to Ematited Mee from Daniel Tiessel in Athens. Mee retains undivided one third interest in two properties and custody of their three children. Tiessel must pay 40 a month toward child support beginning November first.
Forcible transfer occurred as Mataumeate left a distant pier by private launch to evade a hostile labor crowd in Washington. Protests mounted over alleged irregularities in delegate selection, with Katsumoto Lecaiye cited as a figure of contention amid union discontent and political friction.
Judge A E Anderson presiding fells the case of Peter Welmer a former patrolman fined 100 dollars and given six months in federal custody for facilitating the transport of Thymor from Kentucky. The court cites a suspected deliberate fainting act by Welmer with Weimer recovering after the incident. The judge notes others involved in the “great play” but insists the act was a ruse.
Western dispatches say Petrograd and Kronstadt fell to Russian forces amid Bolshevik withdrawal. Helsingfors reports claim Ta deniteh’s army seized Petrograd and Kronstadt, but officials doubt the confirmations. Evacuation and bombardment described as severe with British forces attacking from the coast. civilians celebrate in Helsingfors.
A weeklong district tour by Pendleton leader Roland Oliver and accompanying officials sped highway work from Bend to Burns. Bennett, district engineer, conferred with resident engineers on the route and fall plans while Mira Oliver and Mrs. Bennett accompanied them.
Lloyd George spoke in Sheffield urging the United States to accept a mandate for parts of Turkey. He said America’s help is sought and warned what could happen to the Turkish empire if Washington delays.
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