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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1918
Page
4
Pendie Oregon post office prices outline second class mail rates and distribution options in other cities. The notice lists daily and semi weekly options by mail and by carrier, including durations from one month to one year.
A poem by Josephine Byrne Sullivan depicting a mother’s sorrow as sons march off to war. It contrasts a mother’s worry with a hopeful faith that God watches over the brave lads though their fates may differ.
A fragment notes questions about whether current fighting will finish the war within another year, expressing uncertainty and urging a clearer timeline amid ongoing conflict.
The article hints at a new allied warfare move soon, not disclosed publicly but widely suspected to involve American forces. General Pershing commands an army estimated at over a million, expected to be deployed before winter halts major combat. The upcoming summer’s war news could shape views on the war’s duration.
The Fourth Liberty Loan campaign opens September 28 and runs to October 19. It will likely raise more money than prior drives and demands prompt action, efficient work, and liberal subscriptions from every American. The front news inspires citizens to support the effort as soldiers in France endure greater hardship, unselfishly sharing the burden between service and home front duties.
A local band, pressed to support a departure of draft boys, struggles for material and energy. Despite frequent free performances this year, they paused when unable to muster enough strength to continue.
In Pendleton the city supports a director under Professor Breach to solve the problem of sustaining a local band. The town pledges effort, while a noted American air squadron of eight bombers with five crew each recently flew 450 miles in six hours over Italy, praised by Italian officers as absolutely marvelous. Eastern Oregon communities unite for the normal school measure this year, with strong prospects for passage as recruiting shifts to a passive role under selective service.
The crown prince declares resolve to annihilate foes as US troops prepare for more action in France and Belgium. President Wilson urges study and frugality while war news cites giant German guns, Pershing's expanding force, and ongoing offensives. Jeanette Rankin's reelection loss is noted amid war weariness. Foch's offensive philosophy cited as Somme and world series themes mingle with Allied hopes.
Alexander, Prater, and Dr J M Triwate progress on Mai street project watching substantial bridge work. Two applicants Mundy of Wreeton and Mary Vale of Walla Walla pass examinations for permits under Beheol Superintendent Jarvie. John Caffet returns to Portland to join L Dusenberry and Company and heads to a large mercantile establishment. Prank Dupret and L A Mowe depart for Huntington to repair.
A special election in Milton fills the council seats left by resignations of HR. Welle and Charles Perry. C. C. Cunningham and M. W. Worthington stand on one ticket as candidates.
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