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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1928
Page
2
The Athena Press reports Governor Fuller notes cities and towns in Massachusetts will pay about 8.5 million dollars in 1928, down from 12 million in 1927, signaling possible tax relief. Indebtedness projected to fall from 40 million eight years ago to 15 million by year end 1928, showing economy and governance as models.
A Rising Sun, Indiana blacksmith gains local prominence after winning the contract to manufacture electric chairs for the Illinois state prison. He worked through the night and concluded Illinois might need them, so he decided to make the chairs.
The passage extols a rich Hungarian tart with thick sides sliced and filled with cream, sealed under chocolate and topped with whipped cream, calling it a dish fit for a king.
A dispute over a merger between rival firms in Portland escalates as each side presents legal and economic arguments. The text also contains fragmented phrases urging action and questionable statements about power and energy.
The passage hints at Mussolini directing the Pope much as he commands other Italians. It also notes expanding roles for women in industrial chemistry and anticipates a new face powder. Weather mentions rain in Portland versus home conditions.
A National Crime Commission subcommittee urges building police and court efficiency to catch and convict more offenders. It notes high arrest and conviction gaps in England, Canada, and the United States, and criticizes small arms bans as ineffective and constitutional concerns persist.
A brief note records occasional injury by home owners or guardians protecting property. It notes incidents where residents or those defending premises sustain harm while preventing trespass or attacks. Authorities emphasize caution and lawful self defense standards.
In the County Court of Oregon Umatilla County the final account and report for the estate of O W B Zerba deceased are filed. A hearing is set for Saturday April 28 1928 at 10:00 AM in the County Court room Pendleton Oregon. Objections to the final account must be filed by that date. Ernest A Zerba administrator Watts Prestlege Athena Oregon attorneys for the estate.
Charles Foster is summoned to appear in the Circuit Court of Oregon Umatilla County within four weeks of March 28 1928 to answer the complaint seeking a decree of dissolution of marriage and custody of Vida Foster with other equitable relief. Published in Athena Press. G H Bishop attorney for plaintiff Freewater Oregon March 21 1928.
Classified ads list good horses and mules and dry fir wood for sale by Frank Watkins Athena. Also 60 one day old chicks with two mother hens for Mrs Earl Martin. Mountain pasture offered by Chester Ferguson Weston with horses 250 and cattle 125 per month. Team work offered by Claud Dickenson with plowing services.
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