10 Sep 1917
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1917
Page
1
State Department states America not in position of injured party in secret communications case. London views act as sufficient cause for declaring war, disclosures deemed highly important.
Washington reports crisis as Sweden faces scrutiny for forwarding information that implicated the United States in a cable plot. Officials deny war plans and stress continued talks with Sweden while Britain and Argentina are noted in the broader incident.
The Round-Up lineup grows with Leopard Streud and others set for September 26 21 and 22. Stars include a trick rider singing and a world champion roper. venue anticipation centers on Sheephead Stanwudy and Samos Careeth as the show aims to break attendance records with hopes for 20 000 on Saturday and a three day advance seat rush.
Turbulent Sweden faces pressure from conservative factions likely to side with Germany as general elections approach. Diplomatic secrecy and Sweden’s stance on Germany threaten to alter postwar balances, with implications for Finnish and United States knowledge and potential changes in government policy toward international allies.
A grainy photograph shows King George and Queen Alexandra inspecting American troops in London. The scene captures a formal welcome as civilians crowd the street, with rifles, banners, and a ceremonial mood surrounding the royal review.
Seattle Sept 1. Hiram Conl heir Fowl Gowen of the University of Washington fell from a tree while gathering plume for a dipoh ride and was instantly killed as the fall struck his head and broke his neck.
Fragmented dispatches report Korniloff dismissed and a state of war proclaimed in Petrograd amid civil upheaval. Provisional government and military officials debated power as German success and domestic tension influenced actions.
A dramatic flour shortage spreads along the coast as 10 farmers hold their wheat while Miller and others struggle to export. The crisis deepens with mills rationing and fear of famine looming. Officials warn of worsening supply as demand outpaces stock and shipments to Delran and beyond stall.
Reports describe a program to build a torpedo launcher and shipboard weaponry for heavy damage against enemy shipping. Aimed at Kiel and German naval targets, the effort cites high officials and a sequence of transfers and homecomings involving military figures and their families.
A garbled July export note references a siege related event and department communications in Washington. It mentions dates around February 1848 and June figures, with unclear figures and terms.
Fragmentary report from Joliet notes one convict shot in a fit of anger amid a prison disturbance. Mention of Minden and Paris dispatches suggests broader political context but details are unclear. Mentions Von Lademhorff and cabinet formation rumors in Paris.
Pendleton faces a gasoline famine as Standard Oil tanks run dry and garages drain supplies. Absent transport, car owners rally against delays while Manager De Witt hopes for a tank car tonight or tomorrow. He cites transportation bottlenecks, especially on water, as the cause and warns of possible shortages during the Round-Up when many out of town cars will arrive.
Fragmented interview coverage notes President Wilson urged to prove faith to win peace. Philip Schlieidemann, German socialist leader, says further broadehold unneeded and warns against underestimating German movement. Reichstag peace formula cited, calls for durable reconciliation and limited territorial demands within a broader international order.
Fragmentary weather diary recounts rain events in June and August with mentions of thunderstorms, light precipitation, and drought in the summer of 1475, noting figures like inch measurements and comparisons to historic droughts while preserving a dated, period voice.
Workers from 10er pt 1 The oer painters union announced a strike this morning after a dispute over the employment of one man. About 20 members gathered following the disagreement and reportedly vow not to work until the issue is resolved.
Italian bombs destroyed divers and a food ship amid heavy shelling as Italian forces push along the Hermada to Castarano line. Austrian attacks failed. Italian gains include rail line disruption and captured war materiel. Submarine and supply ship losses reported elsewhere as war in Europe intensifies.
In a probate proceeding Ella Hitter of Milten filed a will that is described as highly peculiar. The will names Ritter as the chief beneficiary receiving the home property and a locket rings portrait and clothing, while a daughter receives a small bequest. F Propeck and J Davie act as administrators with John Vins and Edward Mason named to oversee probate.
Local record notes Jake Marin appointed deputy sheriff as James H Betes Marine resigns amid staffing changes. Marin, with town ties and carpentry background, begins duties and is described as stepping into a cautious, official life in the area.
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