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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1927
Page
2
The piece argues that McNary Haugen farm protection mirrors tariff aims, shifting blame to urban interests. It likens the farm bill to a banquet financed by farmers and cites Portland banking unity and public order in a charged political climate amid calls to curb misrepresentation and gang activity.
An allusive diary style piece blends a gun killing of gangster Vincent Drucci with casual observations about Irish precision. The text also comments on Standard Oil grounds being landscaped and an ex acting purchasing public, plus women in gingham high heels and a city well water scene.
A terse comment notes the new law regulating supervision over tax assessments is largely ineffective, with only scattered portions from schedule C onward remaining intact and functional.
Citizens question the purpose of taxation while oversight of assessments is under scrutiny. The inquiry centers on how the law guiding property or asset assessments is enforced and who supervises its application. The discussion signals concern about fairness and transparency in tax administration.
Vague fragment describes Americans fleeing cantankerous Chinese territory and Pekin Canton. Claims the city is a hotbed of the Orient and mentions Snowballs in season when they bloom.
In the County Court of Oregon for Umatilla County Laura Froome and J. W. Maloney named as administrators of the estate of John E. Froome also known as John E. Froom. Creditors must present claims to Laura Froome Athena Oregon or J. W. Maloney Pendleton Oregon or Will M. Peterson Pendleton Oregon within six months from first publication April 8 1927. Administrators Will M. Peterson George R. Lewis Attorneys for Administrators ARM6.
Ancillary administrator B B Richards files final account and report in the estate of Au gusta Hetz, with a hearing set for April 23, 1927 at 10:00 a.m. in the County Court room at Pendleton Oregon. Objections must be filed by that date. Dated March 22, 1927 in Athena Oregon.
Fine standard make piano for sale in Athena area. Bargain price with $10 monthly terms. For details contact Western Piano Brokerage company The Dulles Oregon. Pasture space for a limited number of horses and mules offered by Dave Stone in Athena. phone 24F 15.
Dr W G Cowan physician and surgeon of Athena Oregon appears with D J McFaul M D as partner in Pendleton office. They specialize in electro and quartz lamp therapy offering treatment services to local residents.
George Shaver of Union has arrived in Athena with a carload of good young stock all broken to work.
A brief note invites readers to catch the event or gathering at Bolin's Corral located near the Lumber Yard, suggesting a local social or entertainment occasion in a rural or small-town setting.
Mrs Glen Dudley was honored at a bridge tea hosted by Mrs Donald Robinson and Mrs Brook Dickson in Pendleton. Five tables competed with Miss Thelma Thompson taking high score while Mr and Mrs R B McEwen won the high trophy and Mr and Mrs Bryce Baker the consolation after dinner.
Miss Dorothy Lee and Miss Jamn ita Woodruff were honored guests at a Wednesday supper hosted by Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Bollinger. Yellow jonquils and Easter favors decorated the table as friends called later for a surprise. Games and contests with April fool themes awarded prizes, followed by refreshments.
Spring flowers set a festive scene as the Etude club hosted an April frolic at Mrs B B Richards Jefferson street. The program from Station F O O L featured burlesque sketches, songs by Edna Pinkerton and costumed vignettes by members including Mrs Lewis Stewart and Mrs Frank Ames. Virginia Mager wore a clown outfit and dispensed treats as coals toasted Marshmallows. License No. 208910 wins five gallons gasoline at Prestlye's Service station.
In the matter of the estate of George W. Gross deceased executors Sarah J. Gross and James F. Gross file their final account and report and set a hearing for Saturday April 30 1927 at 10:00 AM in the County Court room Pendleton Oregon Objections must be filed by that date Watts Prestbge Athena Oregon attorneys for the estate
Notice to creditors in the estate of William P Willaby deceased. Administratrix Hester Willary with Watts & Prestbge as attorneys, files in Athena Oregon. Creditors must present claims to Administratrix or attorneys within six months from first publication.
Percy Wilson visits from Pendleton with Fred Pittman and family seen in a new Chevrolet. Mrs. Clara Blake of Adams stops in Athena as a business visitor. R. Alexander and son Roy visit from Pendleton. William Morrison, Pendleton real estate dealer, transacts in Athena. Mrs. Hester Willaby joins Knowltons returning to Spokane. Mrs. M L Watts and Mrs. F B Le Grow head to Portland by motor. Louis Bergevin from Squaw Creek stock ranch en route to Walla Walla. Mrs. Frank Ames and others visit in Walla Walla. Gale Anderson of Beck Winans grocery visits Athena. Genevieve Baker, Athena high school Class of 26 graduate, works in Spokesman-Review Walla Walla office. Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Lee return from Cheney with Dorothy and Juanita Woodruff spending spring vacation. A silver tea for Orphan Girls School at Eugene will be hosted by Mrs. F B Boyd on Wednesday afternoon April 20 by the Christian Missionary society. Mrs. Grant Prestley invites friends to her home Wednesday.
Mrs Mary McKay hosted the Christian Missionary society with seventeen ladies attending at Jefferson street. A quilting bee included Mrs Victor Hirsch and others. The high school tennis court was prepared for the season by the geometry class. Athena Tennis club court readied for play. Chance Rogers demonstrated the International Harvester potato planter at Weston mountain, drawing many local potato growers.
Cleve Stanton suffered a paralytic stroke at his home in Athe na and was taken to Prineville by his brother Will Stanton. He was moved to a Bend hospital last Friday as his condition worsened with indications of a second stroke.
The Church of Christ announces a Bible school at 10 a.m led by Floyd Pinkerton. Morning sermon on The Crucifixion. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. Rev Phillips to speak on resignation reasons. Ladies Aid meets 1 p.m. Thursday. Choir practice 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the home of Mr and Mrs Douglas.
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