06 Sep 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1917
Page
1
Dispatches from Rome and Berlin report heavy Allied artillery and aerial bombardment striking Polish and German positions. Frontline summaries mention Austrian and German casualties, with Soviet and Italian sources noting advances and retreats along the Vontuar and Friedrichstadt corridors as forces maneuver amid the wider conflict.
Washington September reports the Senate adopting finance committee compromise on war profits taxation. The plan imposes about one third of this year’s war and normal expenditures as a tax on profits, sparking lively debate between factions as Clark argues for higher levies while critics warn against overreach. The vote signals a possible path to broader revenue measures for wartime funding.
Parma area cadets finish ten months ahead of schedule to support war needs. Photo shows officers Dedede Cheweenie Hinidinedy and others, with families and officials present. Washington officials sent congratulations as the group prepares for deployment and continued service.
A bomb was found among confiscated items at Detroit prison headquarters. Federal authorities prepare indictments as crisis threatens shipyard operations. The incident prompts federal action, with officials citing potential widespread sabotage tied to industrial workers during wartime. Officials pledge further investigations and possible prosecutions of leaders linked to the plot.
Secretary Daniels asked Congress for the appropriation of thirty five million dollars for a concrete bone construction project.
Washington reports a presidential message urging Californians to engage with the public to discuss and hasten the end of the war. The note expresses hope that commerce and communication help move toward peace and unity.
Lieutenant Haoul Lafberry, leader of the LaFayette encadrille, reportedly shot down the twelfth German aircraft. In two days of combat, the unit claimed seven flights and three enemy planes destroyed, with one shot down by favorable weather.
Reports from Riga and Petrograd indicate wide seizures of civilians as German and Russian forces tighten the noose around the city. Government officials claim full knowledge of evacuees and outline measures as frontier tensions rise and the rouble value swings amid talks of counter moves against Moscow leadership.
New York reports show a steady decrease in students studying German across many schools nationwide. Readers note the trend appears in multiple columns as educators and editors discuss language study shifts and ongoing interest.
Four new members were appointed to the city library board to fill vacancies caused by expirations. The appointees include Mrs. Friedly, Mr. J. A. Fee, Mea Walter Jones, and Kirkpatrick. The board also addressed resignations, street improvement petitions, and other city matters including a remodeling approval for a hardware store and plans for a new street sweeping machine.
A Portland report claiming a $2.20 wheat price circulates in local papers and meetings. Officials and traders debate the accuracy, with Collins and Houser denying the bulletin and criticizing the source while forecasting future government regulation and potential price stability.
Newspaper text asserts La Follette Stone Gronna and Thompson blamed by Russell for Riga's fall, claims pro German mayors and Petrowrad involvement. Mentions Charles Edward Kusell and Scot commission, labor and democracy convention, and plans to unite prohibitionists and independents into a party. Discusses extension of government control and democratic manpower, with accusations of disloyalty by copperheads undermining Russia.
Chicago mayor William Hale Tinop sues the Chicago Herald and publisher James Keely for 250000, alleging a libelous statement denying anti American ini. The suit targets publication of a damaging claim and seeks substantial damages.
Coronial jury investigates death of Walter Fuller the brakeman killed at Dhwnt on Sunday brings in a verdict that assigns no blame for the crash. The panel includes Ed McHroy, L. C Rothrock, John Harvey and others. Eyewitness testimony from Engineer Earl Chapin describes inability to see the caboose and signals due to conditions on the mountain descent.
Portland reports the industrial unions postponed a general strike of metal workers set for tomorrow. The move aims to give negotiators a chance at settlement with Northwest Steel Company representatives, and a conference was planned in Washington for September 11th.
A murky report describes Viret Willaby and a fire incident near Athena where toes were removed from a calf after a gunshot. Witnesses debate whether the event was accidental or intentional, with Willaby reported handling the hoof as conversations swirled around the mechanics of the loss.
Washington reports the State Department says the United States is seeking peace terms with Germany and open to talks. Japan may offer aid in ship construction if the United States relaxes embargoes and considers closer cooperation, potentially aiding Russia and allied efforts while avoiding direct conflict with the United States.
Debaters vow feature at the roundup with Vraitte Hendereet and Mu dred De ielae among riders. The event expects at least four prominent female riders, with firsts and prizes discussed as a 1995 date nears.
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