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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

for here he is now. He says that he
received a box from home already 50
] guess I'll get mail pretty quick. II
sure has been fine the way we've
stuck together.
/ guess it wouldn't go well to say
much about my sea voyage, but win
admit that LIN not much OF a sea-
goer. 1 never felt real healthy all the
way. was never SO glad before
that never Joined the navy. Those
big waves sure do rock the poor ship
and my. what a funny feeling with
every pitch of the boat! think. go-
ing back its me for an aeroplane in
stead of a ship.
/ am writing this letter from a tent
Y. NJ. c. A. erected here. and. believe
me, this is an oasis in the midst of a
desert. We have our own chaplain
and hold services every sunday in our
billet. You would be surprised to see
how many stay for the services. Any
thing breaking the routine seems to
be welcomed by everyone. The French
are awfully hospitable but the lingo
keeps us from enjoying it as much as
II we could talk to them
Well. it's getting late and 1 must
close for this time but will write more
next time. BE sure and write lots and
also don't forget the papers and can.
dy. Affectionately yours,
FRANK SHELDON JJLRICH.
First Replacement Battalion. L. S. NJ.
C. l20th Co. \. E F.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Organizing canning C1nhs.

Five canning clubs are being or
"a anized this week in the east end of
tmatilla county by Miss Helen Cow
gill of the o. 4. c. extension depart
ment who last year organized similar
clubs in Pendleton and the west end
OF the county County Agent Shrock
has received word that she has or
ganized clubs at Milton, Freewater,
Ferndale. Umapine and East Side and
that the women there are responding
readily TO the suggestions made for
assisting in the first conservation pro-
gram.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
FlrneraI OF Ms Newherry.

The funeral of Miss Dorothy New
berry, Is year old daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. S. \. Newberry who died
early yesterday morning, was held
this afternoon at o'clock at the
Episcopal church. Rev. Alfred Lock-
wood, assisted by Rev. ]. f. Snyder
of the First Presbyterian church,
conducted the funeral services. Many
friends of the family attended and the
entire student body of the high school
was present. The active pallbearers
We're chosen from the student ranks.
They were Edward Thompson, Ned
Strahorn, Alfred 1Soeppen, Lloyd Nc
Rae. Norborne Berkeley and Hubert
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
UNION JACK TO Ply
WITH AMERICAN FLAG

LONDON. April 17.-On behalf Of
the British army the early of Derby.
minister OF war, has presented to the
city Of London a union jack TO be dis
played alongside the American flag
which Ambassador Page handed to
the lord mayor on saturday on behalf
% the American officers in England.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
RED CROSS TO STOP
NIVISECTION FUNDS

BOSTON, April 15.-The use of
Red Cross funds for VivTsectiun pur-
poses will he discontinued, Harvey d.
Gibson, general manager of the or,
sanitation, who is in this city. an
nounced last night Research work
along those lines viii go on, however.
by means of contributions from an in
dividual whose identity is not reveal
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

Two Iilindfed nien frora ths3 Santa
Clara valley utider the direction Of
the county school SUPERINTENDENT, took
hundreds of soldiers on a long ride
through the orehard country. They
were driven to the san Jose golf links
and there treated to a seven couree
dinner at the MONTGOMERY hotel. They
We're driven back to camp In the
evening.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
from LxIe G. Johnson.

HJust like swimming in perfume,
says Lyle c. Johnson. Pendleton man
In ambulance co. 43 at Camp Free
mont. Calf. In writing to Miss
Blanche Baldwin OF an auto trip The
soldier boys were given through one
of the southern California counties.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Or. Hagood Now a ,ralor.

DR.. r. H. Hagood, formerly con-
nected with the Eastern oregon state
Hospital and who left here to accept
a first lleutenancy In the medical
corps of the regular army, has been
promoted and is now major en-
route to the front in France. accord
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

At an election held Yesterday ut the
high school, Merle King was elected
secretary treasurer for next year win
ming from Georgianna Fletcher by 3
votes. An amendment was passed
providing for student fee of 81. pay
able at the entrance Of school next
year. This fee will reduce the cost
of athletics for the students and pro-
vide the student body with more
money for carrying on the seasons ac-
tivities.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
PILOT Rock over Ton.

Pilot Rock has reported 100 per
cent results in securing business hous-
es of that town to act as selling
agents for War Savings Stamps and
Thrift Stamps. All Of the merchants
and other business men were readily
enlisted in the extensive plan to stirn-
ulate the sales OF The little stickers
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

There were lots of people in the
north who wanted to stop the Ameri-
can civil war before it was half done.
This continent would have been In n
fine position to Withstand the strain
of today if the pacifists OF Lincoln's
thine had had their way.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Merchantmen Sunk,
Steamer Gets Away

ROME April 1S---An Italian mer-
chantman Of 1900 tons was sunk dur
ing the past week and two smaller
craft BY U-boats while another steam
-er beat off an attack.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

ed. and money already spent by tho
Red Cross for yivisection work viii
be refunded through the same source.
Gibson announced that the action
was in Difference to the attitude of a
considerable number Of its workers
but did not. in any way, place the ar
ganization either for CT against the
question.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
George Creel Held
To Be .DisrespectfuI"

WASHINGTON April 1s.-The
House investigating committee today
declared George Creel has been disre-
spectful to "A member in declaring
absolutely baseIess'' the reports
made by TreadwelI.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Survey of Women Employees.

Miss Avis Lobdell, former society
editor Of the oregon Journal but who
has been for sbme time. with the o.
w. r. NJ. was here overnight. She
women employees Of the O.-W. r. & y.
Co.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
BONAR LAW WOULD
NOT ANSWER QUERY

.LoNDQH. April H. Bonar Law to-
day sdeciined answering the query as
to whether on not he expeets Irish
conscription to be enforced by August
first
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Alliance Disbands,
Funds Go To Red Cross

MILWAUKEE,. Wis. April 1S.-
The Wisconsin Gern1an-American al
lance today disbanded. A, fund OF
$3.50 in the treasury was given TO the
Red Cross.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

We desire to express our sincere
thanks to the many kind friends for
their kindness and sympathy extend
ed us during our bereavement: also
for the beautiful floral offerings re-
ceived.
MR. AND MRS. a. NJ. CAMPBELL.
AND FAMILY.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
RemodcIlng OF Buildings starts.

Of wooden buildings on Alta street be-
tween Main and Garden has been be-
gun by the knights Of Pythias and
the lodge EXPECTS to have the build
ihes ready for new tenants in short
time
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

Smith. The honorary palfbearers
were selected from the members Of
the local bar. They we're Col j. II.
Raley, Judge james A, Fee, Judge
Stephen A. LoweiLN Charles II. Carter,
VIII NJ. Peterson ann District Attor-
lney X. /. Keator.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
NO MoRF, FTyrNCH PAsTT,y

WASHINGTON, April 1S.-what is
war without French pastry? And nice
creamy coffee?
French pastry is no more in Paris.
The afternoon tea, according to Mrs.
Ida Clyde Clarke, novelist. consists of
tea and war bread" Mrs. Clarke
says there are no beautiful gowns to
be seen in Paris and everyone seems
to be in mourning.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Aircraft Officials
Willing To Resign

WASHINGToN. April 1s.-The Of
ficlals now engaged in the aircraft
production prdgra1H today expressed
their willingness to- the President to
resign if he desires. preliminary TO his
expected REORGANIZATION OF this
branch.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

trains west Of the Mississippi, releas-
ing the engines fer hauling war ne.
eessities. one train viii do the work
of TWO on the passenger business
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
No Council Meeting.

Because Of the illness OF Recorder
Fitz Gerald, who is confined to his
nome with Ia grippe, the council did
not meet last evening.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
news NOTES OF PENDLETON

Ing to. a letter received by friend. He
had been In the Philippines for the
-past two years ago but was recently
called for service In Europe. He
was made captain some time ago.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Submarines Get
IL Ships During
Week to April 15

WASHINGTON. April 1S.-Rail-
road Director AfuAdoo. by remodelIed
train schedules. is about to clip a
million miles Of travel by passenger
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

Edith Lowering Moore has brought
suit against Dan e. Balsh ct al to
foreclose a mortgage upon which is
alleged TO be due $500 and interest.
W. NJ Peterson is her attorney.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

1yttIIrs IIFNT II I1EIIIIf
A daughter was born today at st.
Anthony's hospital TO Mr.. and Mrs.
ID. n. Dethridge. The baby weighed
9 IL pounds,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

II we had had universal military
training we should now have peace
of democraCies.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
$3.50 CORsETs s1.69

Only few left in this lot of
corsets. These are the new flex-
ible, which insures comfort and
fits well; good run of sizes; sell
regularly for $3.50 each. Friday
special $1.69; with Thrift Stamp
25c extra. a
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
45c AND soc sUITING ssc

Offered in colors of rose,
green, light blue, pink, Copenha-
gen. Splendid for wash dresses
and skirts, also for collars and
cuffs. Regular price 45c and SOC
yard. Friday special 33c yard;
with Thrift Stamp 25c extra.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18
Tomorrow Will be Friday
And Its Our Special Bargain Day

Marry interesting items are reduced special
saving to you. Come EARLY as some of
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

1Oc HANDKERCHIEES6c Sc
One lot fine handkerchiefs in
all white and some embroidered
in colors. Just the tathing for
every day and school use; sells
regularly for 10c; Friday special
&c; with Thrift Stamp 25c extra.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-04-18

SPECIAL FOR FRIDAY FROM
MEMS FURNISHING SHOP
Pure wool olive drap slip over,
just the kind that would be APP
preciated by any one of the boys
in service. These slipovers are
sold regularly at $500, offered
special for Friday only at $4.95
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
BASIS OF THE COAL SHORTAGE

his given the public defending his indus coal Fuel AdnnS that there plenty coal but that the unable required That be the present with conditions comp catcd by unusual weather but 1t doubtful the eN panation will analysis a comprehensive basis,
 To contrary in the anuary Review of Reviews places the responsibility the coal mines He says:
 It seems to be that the usual complaint o shortage failure of the railroads coal fast does hit the basis of the country recent
 fuel troubles. At the face of the current figures of coal production and freight movement. unfair lay blame the railroads inefficient operation for the roads have been moving Is cent more coal from May October than they carried last and they have been doing this for the exactly the they received before the
 spite of the fact that it Nas known after
 the that the production would have to be increased 100000000 l7 per operators had by the middle of the only attained increase of 10 cent equivalent to 41O00OO0 annually than the corresponding period of 1916.
 figures known the fuel administration, and course would that Dr. Garfield i several getting action Here absolute shortage sight long before winters cold played havoc with high places Washington who know the princ pies of political by but fail in the practical test when emergency
 possible that Dr. Gareds revolutionary order nccess-nOw. But what iaseeng administrator might have done avoid that emergency the real oucstonc by which he must be measured
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
GOLFER WILL BE HUNTS
 CHOICE FOR GOVERNOR

PHOENIX, Jan. l9.-kvidence IS accommodating daily that Fred coltcr is to be the choice oi Hunt for the ccvernorship. The only serious ob- s'aclc at present is Sid Osborn and the Secretary of State is expected to duplicate previous performances and decide to let well enough alone as he has done in previous campaigns.
 This will leave only Lamar Cobb in the race against Colter and Hunt can handle him ii necessary, al though Cobb may be permitted to say in the race to give the people the impression that they are to have g choice in the primary.
 The Golfer purse is winning all Of the Hunt hearts and the faithful arc lc:ng assured that they will not be disturbed ii Coltcr wins the nomina- ton.
 Hunt brides himself on being true to his rolitical friends and they had splendid evidence of his staying qualities when he restored them to 'leir old positions. They therefore feel confident that he will be able to carry cut his assurances that Coulter wifi deliver the goods.
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
MEATLESS M|XUP ENDS IN HUN VICTORY
BUT THE LOSER COUNTER ATTACKS IN COURT, AND THE WINNERS PAY FINE AND CLOSE UP THEIR RESTAURANT.
CFrom Sundays Daiiy)

Gustav Strummer and wife will in the future obey meatless or other re- s,rictcd food days, if report given oi their antagonistic actions to side step prevailing customs among res taurant keepers is to be believed.
 This couple since leaving Prescott about seven months ago have been located at an oil town out of Bakers held, Cal, and according to a state mont made by Albert Brcttin, who re- turned during the week, the Strum- mer business place had the appear ancc after a fracas of looking like q cyclone had made a clean sweep.
 The trouble was due to a frcightcr rcmonstrating with Strummcr in dc lying observance of meatlcSs day, and in the wordy war there followed a three cCrnercd mixup, Strummer and wife double-teaming on the little irciehtcr of about five feet five inches high and weighing only l39 pounds. The freighter emerged from the fight n dilapidatcd physical condition. He sworc to a complaint charging i tatterv. and the Summers were fined SIS each, with an admonitlon 1 from the judge to wheel into the al lied lines and be good" henceforth Tn the fight the Strummcr place was completely wrecked and after the news spread it was 'camoulflagcd
 with a boycott. The owners were oi inc fierccst types of Hun sympathiz- CTS. both being natives of Germany.
 They were in Prescott for a short time when located on North Cortcz s-rcet near the depot, and Strummcr at the time expressed himself m a pronounced manner against every thing English or allied to that na- ton. They left here a short time be- fore the United States declared war with Germany, and it IS presumed .heir wrath also included this country when they refused to obey the pre- ailing food customs. They have
 closed up their business owing to | loss of patronage.
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
PUBLIC DIPLOMACY

of significant things in President Wilson's of American his flat rcuaton of diplomacy.
 He praised the Russian representatives for the spirit o modern democracy they showed demanding that their lcstItovsk should be held the all the world audience He condemned the government secrecy o counSc and lack oi fearless rankne failure definite the objects o the Then he committed the nitcd mrcScrvcd the principle open public diplomacy, and hereafter.
 1t will be wish and purpose he said that the peace they begun shall be absolutely and that they shall involve and permit hcncciorth under standings any kind The day conquest and aeandzcmcn has gone has the in the particular governments and likely lookcdfor upset the peace of the world
 The peace discussions that had filled the world the last days corroboration o the presidents It remarkable ta negotiations actually progress the allies and the They may be called unofficial but they the less thoritativc.
 The involved talking peace with other. Terms being bandcd back and forth by pcnipo cntarcs but by the pokesmen oi the people Where govern mental head adequately reflects the national president such representation h lacking in Germany the popular will iS still managing with increasing effectiveness get itself pressed
 The newspapers everywhere full of the matter Men everywhere thinking about And in general broad way what they goes The people the diplomats Dpo matc authority has got back to its original sources
 The process incomplete in Germany But the very fact that the people Russia. Britain France that dictatng tends drive the lesson home and the people of Germany speak their will regardless of the kaiser and his junkers and generals
 This k something quite in the worlds history. And the realization gives all personal the aeul decision When express opinion about peace when tell ncighbor, friend the think the ought be settled were actually participating peace negotiations. We're diplomats arranging the of future civilization.
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
SALES OF FLOUR AND
 SUGAR ARE LIMITED
(From Sundays Dailvl


 State Merchant Representative II. Y. Aitkcu oi the United States Food Administration yesterday issued the following order regarding flour and srgar distribution:
 New regulations are now effcc- i've regarding the distribution of sugar, and retailers are restricted in deliveries Co two to five pounds to consumers in towns and cities. and five 10 ten pounds to farm and rural customers.
 Flour in towns and cities should Lc sold in eighth to quarter barrel quantities. and in rural aid farm com muuitics in quarter and half barrel quantities
 "Thc limitation of sales 10 oonSum- CTS is made to decrease consumption. 10 eliminate hoarding, and to prevent wasteful use, as far as practicable, and tho earnest cooperation to that ,ud will be expected.
 The trade is hereby notified to comply with the regulations. and ad- ,:sc customers and to assist in con serving these commodities during t1is temporary shortage.
 Yours sincerely,
 I'll. D. AITKEN,
 State Merchants Representative. D
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
23 PUT ON LIST OF
 QUESTION SLACKERS
(From Sundays DaiIy)

(FrOm Sundays DaiiEJ
 Another list of the names of men who had neglected to return their orestionnaires was issued last night bv the local exemption board, the list having been the accumulation of hc past three days. The slackers ire mainly foreigners living in the .1ining camps, very few Americans being listed.
 The board yesterday completed the work of mailing out the first FOOD notification cards which were sent D the men to acknowledge the re lcipt of the qucstiounaires and to let l;m know just which class he had Eecn placed in by the county board In practically all of the 2,OOO cases, .ne man was granted the same classi- :ication which he had requested when he returned his qucstionnairc. nearly Fl of the rcgistrants having truth illly answered the questions and plao- ed themselves in the correct classi- i;cation.
 The 3 men who were yesterday l;sted as laggards are the following; Louis Monardi, 12l4 W. 4th St. Eornardino, Calf.
 Elfrcn Espinosa, Jerome.
 Noah O. McClccry, Ycrington, Ncv. Jesus E. Romo. Clarkdalc.
 Nick G. Aillich, Jerome.
 Bernardo Carmona, Jerome.
 Gonzalo Lcyva. Jerome.
 Adolio Rodriguez, Jerome.
 Rodolio Galiudo. Jerome.
 Brigidio Ballcgados. Ash Fork.
 Eduardo Romero, Humboldt.
 Matt Ozanich. Jerome.
 Manual Gomez, Clarkdalc.
 Tohn Boco, CIarkdale
 Jose Ojeda, 60 $. Sd St Phoenix Frank Musa, Jerome.
 Melquiadcz Hernandez, Clarkdale. Santos Gonzales. Jerome.
 Jose Mazon, Jerome.
 Rcfugio Corrca, Clarkdalc.
 Matt RobcL. Humboldt.
 Pedro Garcia Cadena, Mayer.
 Jesus Oroz Ncndcz Jerome.
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
AUSTRIA-HUNGARY'S POSITION 1

\ writer nd thnker-the always linked to- gether-tcls in the December of Atlantic Monthly How Destroy an-ermany. The g of is that the shale empire of Ausria-I Hungary and the democ monarchy of Italian territory Italy of Rumania, of Gala free and complete Poland in the article this and thinker believed wien he the article November. that the allies, by clearly stating peace could provoke the revolt of oryive million German vassa within the borders of the apburg empire The writer travelled Frcnchman who speaks German spoken Germany there hope of democracy inside empire If its form accomplished. its spirit would still be mpcrials the Prlsanized The Germans people regard themselves superior and purpose make vas>als and slaves of their ncghbors.
 But there k hope creating dcmocracies door Ger will countcrpoisc influence by that scheme of the pan Cerman subject first Europe and then the Americas German orlshp The Czccfs tc ugoSlays the Magyar hate their They ripe for revolt and will revolt f they get The duty the allies encourage them President Wilson's address congress and the world along the line indicated by the writer and thinker in the Atlantic Monthly detached from warning Germany, and iii she could should with her inasmuch later Germany would gain her purpose ol middle Europe through Austria Hungary left intact. But the belief Austria be dntcgracd and the middle Europe dream the kaiser be ccctualy defeated When news get, scarce we depend Lansing toI diplomacy of Germany But the biggest story of all would break if he would only tell how he got them
 -o The German papers beginning in the presidents degree very dsasrecabe justice for Germany.
 
 An Ohio is dead having lived many years with al broken neck. Wonder just what he died of
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
.New SilUer Mine
 To Begin Shipping
(From Tuesday's Daily.)

C. Benjamin Hays, owner ol the Liz Dome, near Walker, was brief visitor on Sunday, reporting satis- factory condition in the S0-foot shaft, the high-gradc silver shoot widening ever three inches during the past ten lays. Shipping is 10 begin at once.
 Mir Hays states sampling gives over Sl00 values in silver to the ton, 2. :th by-mctalS associated, and since the rich strike occurred over G tons are ready for shipping. He rill market at Fl Paso, coming 10 ;Ia&e arrangements lor that purpose, but will not ship until full car is ready, some time this week.
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23
OLIVER IN ACTION
(From Sundays DaiIy)

Fred Oliver, a native of Prescott, who enlisted in the aviation corps several months ago, taking prclimin- arv instruction at Kelly Field, Texas, and later qualifying at Long Island City. New York, is now abroad and 1t is believed in action. His command sailed for France three months ago, but nothing since that time has been heard from it. Oliver is one of the most skilled of machiniStS and has iladc rapid progress in aerial pur- enit..
Weekly journal-miner., 1918-01-23

WASHINGTON, D. C., Jan. D. Recent repetition of the story that Anna Ritcms has been executed in ihis country for connection with the German espionage system caused the State department today To repeat it's denial 10 American diplomats in neutral countries.